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Alo Coleman was in Malone 112 when he found out that he and his longtime friend, Brenda Quintanilla a junior political science and Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies major, had been elected as the 2018-2019 ASLMU president and vice-president, respectively.

When the announcement was made, Coleman, a junior sociology and Asian and Pacific Studies double major, described himself as being at peace. In a bag next to him was his grandfather’s Ula Fala, a traditional Samoan chief’s necklace that is almost a century old.

He said he has always taken his ancestors wherever he goes, attributing his existence to them.

Coleman said that he and Quintanilla didn’t plan to to run for office. In fact, they only decided to register themselves as candidates a few days before the submission was due. Coleman does feel, though, that he indirectly planned for presidency through his participation in the LMU community.

He visited 13 different states to share the intercultural work LMU does on campus or opened for Aloe Blacc and Bebe Rexha at 2016 Fallapalooza. Coleman said that all of his experiences have informed the way he decided to approach his tenure as president.

“It was one of those things where you don’t really know that you were actually planning for it until the time came,” Coleman said.

Coleman and Quintanilla’s campaign platform is rooted in reconnecting to LMU’s mission statement. The pair noticed that even though many of their fellow Lions lived out the University’s mission, few of them knew what it

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Before he and Quintanilla could make any progress or affect any real change, Coleman said, they needed to find some common ground with the student body that they could stand on — they found this common ground in the mission statement.

“It’s what separates us from other universities and colleges and what truly makes us unique,” Coleman said. “We used the framework of the mission statement as a foundation for how we would make a difference.”

The pair pledged to focus their platform around breaking down the mission statement into its three parts: the encouragement of learning, the education of the whole person and the service of faith

and the promotion of justice.

They used these three parts to show that by committing to them, they could improve the quality and scope of campus life.

Coleman used the first piece of the mission, the, encouragement of Learning, as an example. He wanted to encourage learning in all areas of education and improve the dialogue between the various social groups on campus.

“We plan to do this by humanizing and diversifying ASLMU’s social media by portraying Lions from all walks of life,” Coleman said. “Through involvements such as service organizations, sorority and fraternity life, athletics or cultural clubs.”

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Alo Coleman and Brenda Quintanilla, after being elected on March 22, 2018.

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Deported U.S. veteran is given citizenship

“[It] validates what I’ve always felt in my heart,” said Hector Barajas on his citizenship.

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Hector Barajas, a U.S. veteran who served in the military for six years, was given naturalized U.S. citizenship on April 13. After being deported in 2004 and then again in 2010, California Gov. Jerry Brown pardoned Barajas in April 2017, clearing his path towards citizenship, according to CNN. “The citizenship only validates what I’ve always felt in my heart: I’m a proud American patriot,” Barajas said in a public statement on April 13, according to NBC. “I believe I am no less a good American for my mistake.”

In April of 2017, the Loyolan published a special section under the title, “City of Deportees,” investigating immigration in Tijuana, Mexico, which has been impacted from U.S. deportations. The multimedia package included several videos shot and edited by De Colores trip leader, Antonio De Loera-Brust (‘17), who interviewed Hector Barajas in Tijuana regarding the immigration crisis and U.S. deportations.

“I think Hector being granted citizenship is increasingly significant; it’s an all too rare example of there being justice in our immigration system,” said Loera-Brust.

“While it’s just one small victory, coming in the midst of a really kind of unprecedented crackdown on all immigrants, even authorized ones, I think it serves a reminder that we are a nation of immigrants, that immigrants have always contributed to our society, including in See Citzenship | Page 3

Dean of students to retire from position Dean Jeanne Ortiz will retire in May and plans to teach again by next spring.

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The LMU community will say goodbye to the dean of students and vice president of student affairs, Jeanne Ortiz, at the conclusion of this semester. Ortiz officially announced her retirement from these positions on Wednesday, April 3, according to LMU News Week.

Ortiz has been a dean of students since 1988, and prior to that, a faculty member for 10 years at previous institutions. She originally worked in residential community development with a background in urban planning. As she was beginning her second masters degree in architecture, she was invited by the president of a previous university to explore the administrative area in higher education. Ortiz explained that this offer completely changed her career track. She fell in love with how students learned outside the classroom and how significant their personal development was to their college experience.

She then applied to a PhD program in higher education.

Ortiz was drawn, in part to, LMU because of the Jesuit values LMU upholds and how the University opens up new modes of communicating and engaging with students.

“I just became a believer in Catholic higher education. I felt like the depth, meaning and genuineness of conversation was much more authentic and substantial.

I love what can happen and the ethic of

care that is inherent in Catholic higher education,” said Ortiz.

Before she reaches her desk in the morning, Ortiz typically catches up on all her e-mails, she said. Her day is then centered around meetings with students and meeting with various people of the departments she supervises.

Ortiz is also responsible for a program called Community of Care. Community of Care is, “an initiative that gives members of the community an opportunity to refer students to our office for whom they’re concerned the student is not thriving. And we work with the student to get them back on track,” said Ortiz.

She explained that Comunity of Care acts as an early intervention strategy. Faculty who notice a sudden change in student behavior or class engagement are encouraged to report their concerns to Ortiz, and the situation is handled accordingly from there. In 2014, 300 students were referred to the Community of Care program. “We will probably see 1,200 students this year. We are seeing a good sixth of the undergraduate population,” Ortiz said.

A big part of her role is acting as a liaison between student affairs and academic affairs for the student. Additionally, she handles student crisis situations. She explained that it is a 24/7 job. She will often drop whatever she is doing to tend to a student in need — she believes it is the most important thing to do at a time like that.

“My time here has been priceless,” said Gabriela Arana, who has worked with Ortiz for eight years. “All the value that has come from working with her is just amazing. There has never been a supervisor that has cared more deeply about my personal and professional development the way she has.”

Arana is an administrator specialist for student affairs. Arana added that while she

is happy for Ortiz as she retires, knows that her innovation and drive within the LMU community will be deeply missed. Arana and Ortiz met at Whittier College. “All I want is to grow up and be just like her one day,” said Arana.

Ortiz described her commitment to LMU’s social justice scholars and DACA students. “[They] provide me with inspiration everyday for their resilience and tenacity to persist and get their education in light of all the external messaging that doesn’t value who they are and what they can contribute,” said Ortiz. She added that 93 percent of LMU’s social justice scholars graduate from the University.

“She is one of the rare people on the administrative side of things that I felt like truly loved her job because it allowed her to connect with students,” said Lowell Morris, a junior health and human sciences major. He explained that she loves getting to know her students and strives to connect with them on a personal level. “She is so wise and provides ... great guidance and advice,” added Morris.

Ortiz said her favorite part of her job is working with students. “I think one of my most rewarding experiences is watching students walk across the stage at commencement and reflect back on the ways I have had the opportunity to interact with them and accompany them on their journey to who they have become as young adults,” said Ortiz.

Tim Vassallo, a senior history and film and television production double major had the opportunity to attend an Ignacio Companion (IC) trip with Dr. Ortiz, which took place in Nicaragua and is located in Central America.

“There is silent strength in the way she faces each day,” Vassallo said. “I’ve been honored to experience her both in the capacity of that intimate group abroad, and then more

recently as the moderator of my service organization, Sursum Corda.”

Vassallo also said that, “her work with DACA and the various Dreamers on LMU’s campus as both an advocate and educator has been inspiring.” He added that he is sad to see her go, but is positive about what the future will hold for her.

Ortiz has plans this summer to travel, but mostly she is looking forward to decompressing and “getting zen.” However, she does plan to participate in Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAL), which is a bike ride across the entire state of Iowa. Additionally, she aspires to bike in Tuscany, Italy. She does want to return to teaching again in the spring — either at LMU or another university.

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This week, Interim Managing Editor, Katie Randolph, sat down with Natasha Behnam, senior film and television production major to discuss her experience working at the Loft.

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The Loft is our on campus bar, it’s all craft beer; it’s like the Loft Social Club and basically the bar is open to all LMU students, LMU alumni, LMU staff and faculty and then if any of those people have a membership they can bring guests in for like a one time $5 dollar fee. You pay one time and you have a membership for the whole year and that just means that you are part of the Loft Social Club, like you can come in whenever you want when we’re open.

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uniform, and that we owe it to those Americans by choice to grant them the same citizenship many of us have simply as an accident of birth.”

Having been brought to the U.S. at the age of 2, Barajas was born in Mexico. He served in the 82nd Airborne Division from 1995 until he was honorably discharged in 2001. Barajas became well known after becoming a vocal leader of a group of deported veterans, several of them who have had to start over across the U.S./Mexico border in Tijuana.

There are over 40,000 immigrants who serve in the U.S. armed forces, with more than 500,000 veterans being foreign-born U.S. residents as of 2016, according to a report from the National Immigration Forum. Foreign veterans can face the possibility of deportation if convicted of crimes after being discharged from the military.

Barajas was arrested over shooting a gun from his vehicle in

2002 and authorities revoked his green card, deporting him from a detention facility in Arizona, after he served a two-year prison sentence, according to CNN. According to Briana Ortiz, a sophomore communication studies and Chicana/o Latina/o studies double major, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) process can be expensive, without a guaranteed outcome.

“It is a huge deal that Mr. Barajas was granted citizenship, especially during President Trump’s term. Based on my experience with immigration services and interning at an immigration law clinic, you never know what the outcome of a client’s case will ever be. I think cases like this strengthen that hope and faith within the immigrant community,” said Ortiz.

Several Congressional representatives, Nanette Diaz Barragán, D-San Pedro and Mark Takano, among others,

gathered in Barajas’ hometown of Compton to welcome him back.

Many of them also spoke against the deportation of veterans, as reported by Los Angeles Daily News.

Filmmaker Antonio LoeraBrust said he believes as a social justice orientated school, it is important that the LMU community to keep such “real world issues in mind. The realities of the border are so close to LMU especially, and Los Angeles today is a city of immigrants.”

“Hector Barajas is from Compton after all; growing up there after being brought here as a kid,” said Loera-Brust.

“So in a way he’s a Dreamer and there’s plenty of Dreamers among LMU’s student body too. People like Hector and our undocumented peers remind us that undocumented immigrants are in so many ways Americans; it’s time the law be changed to recognize that.”

What has been your favorite drink so far?

So I love El Segundo Brewery, it’s one of my favorite breweries and we get their beer here at the Loft, so basically anything from them I love. They have this one called Hammerland. It’s a double IPA that we had here at the Loft and that’s probably one of my favorites, but anything they do is pretty good.

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Karaoke nights are super fun — ­ it’s this great energy. All the seniors come in and it’s this heightened energy. It’s super busy for us, like all the kegs blow, we’re changing them constantly.

People are on stage singing, some with great voices, some with terrible, so it’s all mixed in there.

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This year Coachella hosted some of the biggest named artist in the music industry from Beyonce, The Weeknd, Cardi B, and many more. Coachella is a two weekend event during April.

Coachella is problematic now and has been for a while Between

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veryone and their mothers were out partying it up at Coachella this past weekend, and it truly looked like a lot of fun! BeyoncĂŠ gave an inspiring two-hour performance that shook everyone and their mothers to their core. Instagram was flooded with awesome "fits" and "dos." LMU students and many of my personal friends also went, coming back with exciting stories and memories to tell.

However, a few alarming accusations resurfaced in light of Coachella's 19th event in 2018.

It was said that the CEO of Golden Voice/Coachella, Philip Anshutz, donated to various questionable organizations and people of various price points in 2017.

To name a few, he donated $5,400 to Senator Cory Gardner, who is notably pro-gun, $2,700 to Rep. Tipton, who opposes same-sex marriage and abortions and $5,400 to Mike Coffman, a member of the House who is against abortions.

This is not including the separate thousands of dollars he's donated to other Republicans and super PACs, according to The FADER reported in 2017.

In addition, The Washington Post created a graphic back in 2016 of the various people and institutions actively fighting against LGBT rights, and Philip Anshutz was

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CEO of Coachella Philip Anshutz is a billionaire entrepreneur who has faced criticism on where his donations have gone throughout the years. shown to be one of them, donating to Alliance Defending Freedom, an organization that describes marriage as "the lifelong union between a man and a woman, placing the needs of others, especially children, first."

The Alliance Defending Freedom has also acknowledged Anshutz and his family for the efforts they have put towards this organization. "They deserve only honor and praise for their years of service to the many, many people who have benefited from their care and generosity," said Vice President of Communications Greg Scott to Rolling Stone.

Recently, more news has come up that The Anshutz Foundation has supposedly ceased supporting these organizations, with Philip Anshutz

himself claiming that all the ruckus was just "fake news," but that was back in January 2017 when he was facing heavy criticism from the media. We won't know whether his foundation has continued donating until the donations statement of the Anschutz Foundation is released, according to Pitchfork.

Whatever the final verdict may be about that situation, there is no point in denying the fact that Anshutz has already done damage by previously supporting these organizations and people, and perhaps reparations would be a good way of winning the favor of millennials.

However, it's hard to completely shame Coachella when it is a place where many people claim they can

enjoy their freedom of expression while watching their favorite and mainly social justice orientated artists perform, like BeyoncĂŠ.

"As someone as myself, who appreciates art and music, I enjoyed Coachella, but if it is true that the CEO is donating to these places, then I find that truly disgusting," said JJ VanDeventer, a freshman international relations major.

Haakon Stratte, a freshman economics major, felt similarly about Coachella, but did not attend this year. "Coachella always seemed to me as a place to appreciate the beauty of self-expression surrounded by other inclusive people, but this year as my friends who knew about this issue bought tickets for the festival, I felt that as a gay person they valued the 'Coachella experience' over recognizing the homophobia.

If it is true that the CEO is no longer donating to these places, then I feel that I can attend in good conscience," he said.

Many people hope for the CEO to cease supporting controversial groups, and I can admit that I am one of those people; however, that is unfortunately not the only issue that haunts this popular festival.

Coachella is also known as a hotspot for witnessing a lot of cultural appropriation. While this isn't the fault of the festival itself necessarily but the fault of the attendees, it is a vibe that the festival indirectly promotes. Many people go dressed in Native American attire, wearing headdresses, feathers or war paint —which all have sacred meanings in Native American culture. Bindis are also a hot accessory among

the attendees, but they are worn

by South Asian women and are supposed to represent the third eye, a sacred site of wisdom and spiritual development, according to Teen Vogue.

Paloma Jacome Bramkamp, a freshman entrepreneurship major,sheds light on this issue.

"Coachella is a space that allows cultural appropriation, which is something that is really promoted in the festival's vibe. You have stores with Coachella sections that mimic these things and make them into a fashion or style," Bramkamp said.

Now I'm not trying to purposely be a downer, because I'm someone who enjoys the music and arts as well, but I think the fact that Coachella has a few inherent problems is an important thing to acknowledge, whether you attend the festival or not. As a generation that consumes all things media, but also identifies itself as an avid fighter for social justice, recognize that what you do or what you indirectly support matters in the grand scheme of things. I, for one, know that I won't be supporting this festival until they make changes and maybe even incorporate reparations to LGBTQ+ organizations to make up for the harm they have already done.

Until that happens though, maybe I'll check out festivals like Lollapalooza or Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival or all the other awesome festivals out there.

This is the opinion of Robyn De Leon, a freshman economics and English major from Thousand Oaks, California. Tweet comments @LALoyolan, or email bdeleon@theloyolan.

Sleek looks hit the runaway for Ethical Fashion Show

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RHA hosted LMU's first Ethical Fashion Show on April 12, on Regents Terrace with various fair trade and ethical brands modeled by students and vistors of all abilities, races, genders and styles.

Some brands that were displayed last Thursday were Diversity Denim, company that makes backpacks from recylced denim, Toms, the shoe company, Golden Rule Boutique and many more.

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Empowering change comes through active awareness

In line with the continued recognition being given to the cultural effects of the #MeToo movement, the New Yorker and the New York Times were recently awarded the Pulitzer Prize for public service for their work in investigating and reporting on the sexual abuse allegations against media host Bill O’Reilly and film mogul Harvey Weinstein. Part of that reporting in the New Yorker was done by Ronan Farrow, this year’s undergraduate commencement speaker.

To highlight this movement further, LMU CARES and the Human Resources department are holding a variety of events for Sexual Assault Awareness month throughout April. Although it can seem overwhelming to be presented with one social justice issue after another in the stream of awareness months, it is important to examine the role each issue plays in society and how we as students and activists can fight against the problems brought by each issue.

According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), although sexual violence has decreased since 1993, 11.2 percent of undergraduate and graduate students experience rape or sexual assault through physical force or incapacitation, and college women are twice as likely to be sexually assaulted than robbed. They also report that college female victims are only 20 percent likely to report their assault to law enforcement.

April 25 is Denim Day, which calls on community members to wear denim to protest myths of sexual assaults. In 1998, a convicted rapist was acquitted after the Italian Supreme Court ruled that because the victim was wearing tight jeans, she must have consented to the sex because jeans are so difficult to take off. The ruling was met with widespread

outrage and criticism, which sparked the formation of Denim Day. Sexual assault can be a taboo topic, but we encourage you to participate in events on campus to be educated on the issue, even if that means just taking a couple minutes to read the testimonies on the T-shirts for the Clothesline Project along Palm Walk, or donating a couple of dollars to the Rape Treatment Center at the Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center through LMU CARES. Students across the country have used Sexual Assault Awareness month to share experiences and highlight inappropriate experiences they have had. Students at Cal State Fullerton have put on a clothesline project like the one on Palm Walk, according to the OC Register. According to CNN, students at the University of Florida created an art exhibit titled “What were you wearing?” Students put together pieces of what they were wearing when they experienced assault – pajamas, overalls, sweatpants, t-shirts and jeans.

This demonstration is an attempt to address a common way in which survivors of sexual assault are discredited, placing blame of the assault on what the victim was wearing, rather than on the person that committed the crime.

Today, survivors of assault still fear coming forward and sharing their experiences for fear of being judged publicly, shamed and accused of lying. Sexual Assault Awareness Month brings a national spotlight to a reality people experience everyday. By confronting this societal wide issue, the national community is able to support and create a space for survivors, while also educating the general public.

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n Feb. 4, 2004, Facebook joined the league of social networks with the mission of connecting people from across the globe. Facebook served its purpose efficiently and sparked the advent of multiple other social media applications, like Instagram and Twitter, which were mere variations to the existing Facebook prototype. The users increased with time and the personal information input sky-rocketed, but we did not consider the consequences of providing data and the nature of the data presented to us.

In a nutshell, all the social media applications gain revenue mostly by promoting affiliate products noted by Entrepreneur, which are the advertisements that we stumble upon while scrolling through the feed.

According to a statistical analysis by Statista on use of social media, Facebook is ranked first among all the applications with 164.58 million monthly users, and Facebook Messenger was ranked third with 103.55 million monthly users.

Social media is a haven that allows people to connect and exchange information with just one click. The problem that arises is the misuse of the user’s information, which is at the disposal of the social media platform.

This draws our concern to the data brokering of 50 million users of Facebook, which was recently revised to 87 million.

The affiliation with Cambridge Analytica, who acquired data of

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Mark Zuckerberg seemed awfully stressed in court for this to have just be a “technical glitch.” millions of users through a quiz app on the platform, is evidence of security flaws in Facebook, as they were able to extract the personal information of millions of Facebook users. The association of Cambridge Analytica was hired to President Trump’s campaign in 2016, which allowed them to build psychological voter profiles ahead of the election and create specific strategies that would be used to ensure the victory of the 2016 elections, as reported by Fortune.

The political backlash of this breach has been immense and caused a surge of action in Washington D.C., calling upon Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook CEO, to testify in front of Congress. Zuckerberg opened by saying, “We did not take a

broad enough view of our responsibility and that was a big mistake. It was my mistake and I am sorry. I started Facebook, I run it and I am responsible for what happens here.”

Wired extracted a segment from the Congress session when Senator Durbin asked Zuckerberg if he would be comfortable disclosing the hotel he stayed in and the names of people he had messaged that week. Obviously, Zuckerberg refused to share any information, which was essentially the point Senator Durbin was attempting to establish. The point is that the places users visit and their conversations are not open for disclosure, highlighting the fault of Facebook.

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Beauty standards should empower not shame Citizen Jayne

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efore I sat down to write this article, I was in the gym, raising my heart rate with some cardio. I want my body to be in shape. I want to be able to run, dance and climb to my heart’s content. It’s was 11:46 p.m. and suddenly I wasn’t alone.

A man walked in and sat near me, staring. He started talking to me; he said he saw me from the outside window and wants to know what I’m doing later tonight. I’m afraid now. I hear a voice in my head saying don’t engage, don’t speak, keep your eyes forward, stay alert.

In a space where I came to gain strength, I feel weak as a wafer.

My body has been diminished to an object of desire. I drew that man in from the street. Is this a privilege? A power? My body is a contested space. It is a site which is sought to be controlled because it is given a power over people.

In the same way, people have a power over my body, too.

According to Bloomberg, regular physical fitness increases both one’s health and agility.

It also increases the number of times that one of your roommate’s friends will burst through the front door before a night out and exclaim in envious delight that “You’re so skinny!”

You then say “Thanks!”, but what you don’t say is, “If I’m more than this weight, am I less valuable to you?” These types of comments seem positive on the surface, but it actually increases body shape consciousness and perpetuates the idea that fitting in is relative to what size clothes you fit into.

While perusing Instagram, I see a photo of a girl from my history class bikini-clad with 436 likes and 25 comments. It seems that if I submit to commercialized standards of hotness, the more

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The photo illustration attempts to show pressures of the male gaze and female praise in society. Pictured above are Loyolan staff members: (from left to right) Alex Myers, Jayne Philbin and Jennifer Lee. fun, friends and opportunity accompany childhood cancer. bear arms, I think about how I I’ll have. This creates enormous Only just becoming self-aware wasn’t even allowed to bear my pressure to maintain a certain then, I looked in the mirror and own two arms in high school. physique. recognized that I did not look like My shoulders, legs, stomach and Roxanne Gay, a feminist writer, the princess idols I was presented back were policed and monitored. said it this way: “Girls are taught with all my life up to that point. In If I showed too much, I was too that we should be slender and fact, I didn’t look like any girl I’d distracting. It feels empowering small. We should not take up seen. I felt like I wasn’t beautiful to show my body in spite of space. We should be seen and or worthy enough to be considered those who told me I couldn’t, but not heard, and if we are seen, a girl. Fast forward to high school, this empowerment reenforces we should be pleasing to men, when I hyper-sexualized myself a toxic message. According to acceptable to society.” because I wanted to be considered the Do Something organization, The other week, I was looking “feminine.” “approximately 91 percent of at myself in the girl’s bathroom I want to be appreciated for women are unhappy with their mirror. I felt happy thinking to the effort I put into my style, but bodies and resort to dieting to myself that I hit the mark that day instead I’m often stared at like a achieve their ideal body shape.” with my outfit. A freshman girl piece of meat. It’s disempowering. On top of that, the organization approached me and asked me if I want to be free, but at every turn, asserts that 58 percent of women she looked like a boy.

I feel chained and dehumanized in college feel pressured to This question alarmed me. It no matter what choices I make. look certain way, meaning that reminded me of losing my hair During a time in history where approximately 2,000 female at six years old. There are a lot of we’re engaging in so much college students here bear that undesirable circumstances that discourse about the right to weight on their shoulders.

When I choose what to wear in the morning, I am by no means unrestricted. I know that with each outfit will come the dichotomy of power and disenfranchisement. There are women who give me the courage to explore my femininity without feeling like I need to explain myself to anyone.

LMU has an extensive range of style expressed among students, but I still feel pressure to conform to commercialized ideas of beauty.

We need to make the space for all women, not just commercially attractive women. To truly embrace ourselves, we need to embrace each other. To love and accept each other as we are is the first step. I hope that as society progresses, we can redefine beauty to encompass more imaginative and broad ideas, so that future generations of women won’t feel like they need to conform. Otherwise, our sexuality will continue to be reduced to a performance for outside observers.

I must address the fact that not everyone derives the same pleasure I do from selfexpression through style. Some people are entirely uninterested in conforming to certain societal image standards. But I am by no means alone in this either.

It’s hard to rebel against the commodification of my body when I risk losing so much of what I value in my life. Will you still love me when I’m no longer young and pretty? Did my professor pass me in this class because he thinks I’m pretty? How much of the experience of me has to do with me, and how much of it has to do with what I look like in the mirror?

This is the opinion of Jayne Philbin, a sophomore English and theology double major from Altadena, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email jlee@theloyolan.com

Personal info wrongfully accessed by Cambridge Analytica Facebook ad crisis from Page 5

According to a Wall Street Journal clip from the session, Senator Bill Nelson raised a question about the 87 million users being notified about the fraudulent acquisition of data by Cambridge Analytica. Zuckerberg responded, “We did take action — we took down the app and demanded that the app developer and Cambridge Analytica delete and stop using any information they had.” Zuckerberg trusted the deletion assurance by the firm, but in retrospect, it was a mistake to believe them considering he’s now on trial.

Additionally, Senator Bill Nelson drew a reference from the statement made by the COO of Facebook, Sheryl Sandberg, who said there was now a need to pay for an adfree service. Zuckerberg countered by saying that the users can turn off third-party advertisements, which would give them a more generalized set of advertisements. Clarifying the statement of Mrs. Sandberg, Zuckerberg mentioned that running an ad-free service would require a new business model. The final question was, did Facebook consider the user’s personal data the companies data? Citing the first clause of the terms of service, Zuckerberg mentioned that the user controls and owns the information that they put on Facebook.

The second segment of this session was about receiving

revenue from advertisers and tailoring the advertisements with regards to the profile of the user. Zuckerberg highlighted the business model in the long-term without charging users, a point raised by Senator Orrin Hatch.

Zuckerberg said, “Senator, we run ads.” Hatch asked, “If Facebook is considering a business model where users could pay for an adfree service.” Zuckerberg clarified that “Even though some people don’t like ads, people really don’t like ads that aren’t relevant.” And a free Facebook is not something that Facebook is seriously considering.

I hold the opinion that the advertisements should be tailored to a specific profile, which would retain the efficiency and relevance of the application users. But drawing information based on internet usage is crossing a line of an individual’s privacy. Generalized commercials would dilute a user’s experience because receiving an abundance of information that is irrelevant to a user’s interest would likely repel them from using the social media platform.

As a solution to the vast array of concerns brought to light by the Congress, Zuckerberg extended a certain set of solutions and realized that they need to adapt proactive roles and a broader view of our responsibility which involves policing the ecosystem and ensuring that all the members of the community are using the tools for good and healthy reasons, in

response to Senator John Thune’s questions. It was also stated that data-brokering was an unintended consequence of the information acquired by third-party websites

and would help formulate regulations, which seems apt in the tech arena. Online privacy may just be a myth.

This is the opinion of Devansh Nahata, a freshman undeclared major from Bangalore, India. Tweet comments @LALoyolan or email jlee@theloyolan.com

OPINION Gay community perpetuates body image issues

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oned abs, mountainous biceps and a tabletop ass; what do these qualities all have in common, you might ask?

Well, they are the triforce of the picture-perfect gay male.

In today’s society, body image has become a prominent issue and affects the mental health of many gay men. According to NEDA, while gay men only make up five percent of the male population, 42 percent of males with eating disorders identify as gay. NEDA also reported that internalized negative messages and beliefs about oneself, due to sexual orientation and the inability to meet body image ideals within some LGBTQ+ cultural contexts, have been attributed to high rates of eating disorders amongst gay males.

It is not easy to have a positive self-image as a gay male among the ridiculous standards imposed by the gay community. Grindr, the most popular gay dating and hookup app, allows users to list their body type preferences. It is a common occurrence to see “no fats, no femmes” written in users’ bios on Grindr. Many gay men on Grindr will try to make their profile

pictures appear more masculine to get more messages from people on the app.

It is disgusting and saddening to see that the gay community has given a voice to such degrading and body-negative mindsets. This is hypocrisy, because if the gay community was going to create an all inclusive space, then gay dating culture should not make body image the main focus.

A guy I went on a date with told me that I appeared more masculine in my profile picture, implying that I was too femme. This comment made me feel that I was not good enough to meet his standards. I could not help but take on that prejudice as a reflection of my own self worth. After a dose of common sense, I blocked this crusty man from my life and gained a valuable insight about the gay community.

Gay men are hurt from growing up in a heteronormative society.

Many of us try to fit in by trying to pass as straight, while also coming to terms with our own sexuality.

We have developed a hyper sense of self awareness because we have tried to fit in to avoid being discriminated against by our own communities and families.

This is where low self-esteem, poor body image and high rates of eating disorders in the gay community arise. We have been conditioned to hate ourselves

and not embrace our femininity and features that don’t hold to masculine standards.

According to PsychologyToday, potential factors that may interact with an LGBT person’s predisposition for developing an eating disorder include being bullied and being impacted by stress due to discrimination.

If you are naturally more feminine as a gay male, then you’re screwed growing up because you’re labeled as a sissy and get bullied right off the bat. There is no hiding, and you are left to be judged and ridiculed by those who do not even know who you are as a person, but still evaluate you on your appearance.

These stresses and pains manifest into a poor self-esteem and body image, while causing more gay people to bully their own kind due to self-hatred. My dear mother, RuPaul, explained it perfectly on Twitter, saying that, “the oppressed take on the characteristics of their oppressors.”

Many gay men have been taught to hate their sexuality and strive to embrace masculinity because it is what is expected of them by gender norms in society.

Even if a gay man comes from a progressive background that does not enforce gender norms, the effects of toxic masculinity still permeate. The Guardian

found in a study that 92 percent of gay men think effeminate gay men are still made fun of in the mainstream media. And 68 percent of them said they’ve been on the receiving end of homophobic abuse that has specifically ridiculed their femininity.

It is time for a wake up call, gay people. Let’s love each other for who we are and not look down and shame fellow gay people for being themselves. It is shocking that we would give ourselves such a hard time for being feminine or not having a stereotypical perfect masculine body, since the outside world already does that to our community.

While masculine features can be attractive, this should not mean that feminine men or any man who does not have a six-pack should be shamed for it — nor should they be told that they are undeserving of love.

We all deserve to love ourselves in this short life we live; there is no room for self-doubt and selfhatred. So to my fellow gays, please love yourselves and your gay siblings, because we are all that we got.

This is the opinion of Alex Myers, a junior philosophy and French major from Edmond, Oklahoma. Tweet comments to @ LALoyolan or email editor@theloyolan.

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Iggy’ss to become In-N-Out drive thru Even Sodexo can’t ruin the In-N-Out that is replacing Iggy’s Diner.

Amanda Nahin

Animal Style Puns Hungry for something besides a breakfast burrito? Tired of the long wait times at Iggy’s Diner?

Want to get In-N-Out of there a lot faster? Well, then you’ll be double double-y excited to hear that Iggy’s Diner will be changing to an In-N-Out this coming fall.

There will still be milkshakes, there will still be fries and

there will still be burgers. Now, however, they will be edible! Are students upset at the loss of this classic diner?

“I’m ready for this change.

I once found a toenail in my chicken tenders at Iggys, after I waited an hour and a half for my order. It wasn’t too bad though, because the nail was painted fuchsia,” said Toby Nail, an unexpectedly crunchy student.

If you’re worried that this In-N-Out will not meet your predisposed burger needs, you’ll be happy to hear that it will be 100 percent true to the standards In-N-Out has set. Sodexo will have nothing to do with this fresh establishment.

It won’t be anything like our Lunchable-style pizzas at Pizza Hut. Or like our Panda Express on campus — perhaps you know it as Mein Bowl? That’s right, the name is a little different than what was promised three years ago. But hey, now at least the name is fitting, as they’re a mein part of your bow-el movement.

In-N-Out will be opening in the fall of 2018, complete with a drive through. The prices will not be inflated, so your burger will be surprisingly reasonable compared to everything else on campus. It’s safe to say that LMU is due for some quality In-NOut — fried food is what being a college student is all about.

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24/7 “Can I take your order?” is about to really annoy McKay students.

Sexist polling held in men’s room Pretty good movies get bad reviews after only men get to vote.

Thomas Richmond Why not silence them?

Top brass in the entertainment industry regularly excuse the lack of female-driven content as women audiences not being enough of a market, citing theater exit polls that found low female-turnout for blockbusters and other big budget films. The “ wo m e n - h a te - m ov i e s - a n d -

eve ry t h i n g - f u n - u n d e r- t h e sun” myth won’t be able to continue for much longer since our investigation team, Bluff Exposés, uncovered many exit polls that recorded low female attendance were really conducted in the men’s room.

After a screening of the latest

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The men’s bathroom sign makes it a bit too obvious that women’s votes aren’t being counted at all.

superhero tentpole “Total Fallout 2: Now There’s Consequences,” our reporter Bernie Karlstun came across the odd sight of every male viewer lining up outside the theater male restroom, only to stroll out less than a minute later.

Surely, watching muscular heroes who proudly don their underwear over their tights couldn’t have been that rousing for audiences’ bladders. By contrast, only half as many women were standing in line for the same restroom.

Karlstun experienced a similar occurence when he watched “We Were Boys,” the critical darling about confronting sexual predators. He walked out of the theater to see a long line of male audiences squirming anxiously to get inside the men’s room.

Unsure whether this reaction was caused by the film’s many graphic scenes, Karlstun joined the line.

Growing impatient, he kicked in the door, only to be yelled at for interrupting a place of business.

Pollsters took up multiple stalls, recording audience demographics on toilet paper rolls.

There was no such line after “Petal My Darling,” a blatant

female-targeted film.

The romantic comedy is about a single florist whose business is threatened by a stoic banker who is set on giving her a business mortgage loan, and his heart. Karlstun noticed female moviegoers leaving in disgust to demand refunds after too many condescendingly fauxempowerment moments. Men stayed in their seats weeping into their popcorn until after the end credits.

The theater’s men’s room was out of order that night, forcing pollsters out of the bathroom. The relocation angered them so much that they left before the movie started, relying on the number of tickets sold to report demographics without considering how many were returned.

Box office pundits interpreted a gender-gap in viewing mainstream entertainment as both “Total Fallout 2” and “We Were Boys” boasted male audiences in the 70 percentile.

Two sequels to “Petal My Darling” have already been greenlit to support its reportedly passionate female base.

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best of 2018 Welcome to the best of LMU!

This Best of LMU special issue is the Los Angeles Loyolan’s fifth annual look at the best food, drink, nightlife, sights, sounds and services on and around campus, as voted by more than 150 LMU students.

Don’t see your favorite? Be sure to vote next year. And don’t miss the Los Angeles Loyolan’s

BestFest from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 19 at Lawton Plaza, where vendors will provide free samples, coupons and SWAG.

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Bluff Life housing Complex Hannon: Located in the south area of campus, favorite housing complex Hannon is LMU’s largest apartment building. Students have the choice between one or two-bedroom apartments, all of which include a kitchen, living room and bathroom.

Leavy 6: Sitting on the Bluff is favorite housing complex Leavey 6. The majority of apartments are two-bedroom, but there are five one-bedroom options, all of which have a kitchen, living room and bathroom.

on campus study

Lion’s Den

Library: A tried-but-true classic, the library is LMU students’ go-to on-campus spot for studying. Whether it’s last-minute cramming or pre-finals planning, most students will spend more than a handful of hours in Hannon Library during their time at LMU. Lion’s Den: The combination of a buzzing atmosphere and a coffee buzz helps LMU students get work done. All those full couches and chairs tell you all you need to know ­— the Lion’s Den is an absolute must for getting down to business.

Iggy’s Diner

Late night eats Iggy’s Diner: For LMU students looking to satisfy their late-night cravings somewhere close, Iggy’s is the “go-to” for late night eats.

Offering milkshakes, burgers, fries and more, students can count on Iggy’s even at the latest of hours.

on campus coffee Lion’s Den: A lively atmosphere, student baristas, managers and a coffee buzz are why the Lion’s Den is LMU students’ favorite on-campus coffee spot. And it is the place, of course, where everybody knows your name.

Starbucks: Conveniently located in the library, favorite on-campus coffee spot Starbucks is where LMU students can go before and after hitting the books.

Men’s Basketball

Mens' sports Teams Basketball: Catching some hoops at Gersten with your fellow Lions is an LMU tradition — and almost always exciting. The team’s last three Ws in 2017-18 all came when trailing at the half, including coming back from 15 points down in conference tournament win over Portland.

Soccer: With a team that has won two WCC Championships this decade (2010 and 2013) and a highly anticipated recruiting class for 2018-19, catching a men’s game at Sullivan field is always a kick.

women's sports teams

Women’s Soccer

Crimson Lion

on campus restaurant Roskis: Known for its “fresh and light” menu, favorite on-campus restaurant Roskis offers LMU students healthier options to eat.

Crimson Lion: LMU students can enjoy a full service dining experience at favorite on-campus restaurant Crimson Lion.

Soccer: Launched by its NCAA Sweet 16 finish during the 2015 campaign, the momentum continues to build behind women’s soccer — one of the most successful programs in LMU’s recent athletic history.

Basketball: Women’s basketball shows up ready to ball each and every game, as evidenced by the Lions’ third-place finish in the WCC and 19-win season in 2017-18. page 11

Food +Drink Asian Restaurants Tatsu: Who needs a soul mate when you can just have ramen with a soul? LMU students know that they can find a ramen for whatever their heart — or, in this case, stomach-desires at favorite Asian restaurant Tatsu.

Thai Talay: In need of the sugar rush that is a thai iced tea?

Or maybe you’re daydreaming about the peanutty goodness of pad thai? Less than a mile away from campus, Thai Talay is the place to go to satisfy all your thai food cravings.

Bar Ocean Bar: With a quirky

cocktail menu that includes names like “Yungle Yuice” and “Staycation,” LMU students count Ocean Bar as one of their favorites places to grab a drink.

Cinco: LMU students can expect to have their taste buds (and wallets) treated at favorite bar Cinco. With cocktail classics like the Mexican Mule and $1 street tacos during Happy Hour, it’s no wonder students keep coming back.

BBQ Lucille’s Smokehouse: If you’re a fan of St. Louis ribs, Texas brisket or just about any other southern or Cajun favorite comfort food, then Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-BQue is the place for you.

burger Hopdoddy: Combine fresh ingredients with creative vision and you have Hopdoddy, where their amazing array of burgers and drinks is sure to make your taste buds bloom in delight.

Humble Potato: This closeto-campus favorite transforms familiar American comfort food via a Japanese twist that keeps students coming back for more.

Cheap Eats In-N-Out Burger: Long wait times don’t stop LMU students from enjoying their favorite “cheap eat.” The campus consensus is clear on this SoCal staple: In-N-Out really is what a hamburger’s all about.

Chick-fil-A: Credited as the home of the original chicken sandwich and known for their waffle fries and endless assortment of sauces, Chick-fil-A is another favorite “cheap eat” for LMU students.

Coffee Peet’s Coffee: With an outstanding reputation, favorite coffee shop Peet’s Coffee offers its loyal fan base (lovingly referred to as “Peetniks”) only the most superior coffees and teas.

DONut shop Krispy Kreme: Known for “the one, the only, the original glazed doughnut,” LMU students can’t go wrong with favorite donut shop Krispy Kreme. It’s no wonder you see so many FUNdraising boxes around campus.

Randy’s: This L.A. landmark lures locals and tourists alike. Serving the Westchester area since 1953, favorite donut shop Randy’s Donuts is the place to go for the taste of fresh donuts—and a taste of quintessential L.A.

Food Truck Wings n Waffles: One-of-a-kind wing-and-waffle combinations (including plates, sandwiches and bowls) have made this restaurant on wheels an LMU student favorite since 2012.

Grilled Cheese Truck: There’s something about a grilled cheese that makes everyone feel warm and fuzzy inside. The Grilled Cheese Truck offers just that with their tasty take on the classic.

Late night eats

Chicago for Ribs: With sauce made daily and a location a short walk from campus, this rib joint has something for every meat lover. Plus, sides are included with every entree.

Intelligentsia: Intelligentsia has coffee so good, customers claim they don’t even need or want to add sweetener. Located on Abbot Kinney Blvd., this favorite coffee shop is the place to go for good coffee and good vibes.

Breakfast/Brunch

desserts

mexican Eateries

IHOP: Whether you’re waking up or winding down at the crack of dawn, LMU’s favorite breakfast/ brunch spot, IHOP, is the place you can count on for 24-hour breakfast deliciousness.

Salt and Straw: Contrary to popular belief, LMU students’ favorite dessert spot, Salt and Straw, did not originate in L.A., but it’s deliciously unusual ice cream flavors seem right at home here.

Benny’s Tacos: Mexican restaurant Benny’s is close, affordable Mexican fare, but the proximity and price aren’t the only reasons that make it a favorite. Students can’t resist the goodness that is a California burrito.

KC’s Crepes Cafe: Offering Japanese style crepes that are both healthy and delicious, LMU students can’t get enough of nearby favorite dessert spot KC’s Crepes.

Chipotle: LMU students looking for fast Mexican look no further than Chipotle. Whether they’re craving a bowl or burrito, students don’t mind that guac is extra at this favorite.

The Coffee Company: LMU students know there’s more than meets the eye at The Coffee Company. Famous for their French toast and tasty brunch fare, this recently remodeled café is where people go to treat themselves on cheat days. page 12

The Kettle: Open 24 hours a day, The Kettle is a favorite late-night eats spot. Known for its low-key, diner vibe, their Americana menu is available at all hours of the day.

Sandwich Mendicino Farms: Ah, Mendocino Farms.

Everything from their spicy curried couscous to their salads and sandwiches are an explosion of fantastic flavors. That’s probably why LMU students call it their favorite sandwich shop.

Panera Bread: With the goal of simply good food, favorite sandwich shop Panera Bread gives LMU students’ tastes and places that feel like home.

Pizza place Dominos Pizza: While some may poo poo this chain, there’s something alluring about favorite pizza place Domino’s Pizza. Perhaps it’s that they deliver cheesy goodness at all hours of the day? Or perhaps it’s the nostalgia of pizza parties past? Whatever it is, LMU students know they can rely on Domino’s Pizza for when they need pizza fast.

Beach Pizza: With a name that includes two of LMU students’ favorite things, it’s no surprise that Beach Pizza is hailed as a favorite pizza place. Boasting fresh ingredients and a unique and innovative menu, Beach Pizza is where students go when they want to “eat happy.”

VEGAN RESTAURANT Urth Caffé: Loved throughout L.A., favorite vegan restaurant Urth Caffé offers LMU students farm-to-table entrees in crowded, yet inviting atmospheres.

Café Gratitude: Whoever said plant-based food couldn’t be gourmet have never been to Café Gratitude. With a mouthwatering menu, it’s no surprise LMU students call this their favorite vegan restaurant.

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Domino’s

Chick-fil-A

Benny’s Tacos

Salt & Straw

In-N-Out

KC’s Crepes Cafe

Tatsu

Ihop

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Shopping + Services Barbershop Jag’s Barbershop: The LMU OneCard discount of 10 percent is nice, but it’s the personal service that keeps students coming back to this Westchester favorite barber shop.

Gettin’ Faded Barber Shop: There’s a great cut waiting for you at a reasonable price when you visit either of the two campus-close locations.

Grocery Store Trader Joe’s: Favorite grocery store Trader Joe’s really has it all and at affordable prices too! From two buck Chuck to cookie butter to a long array of frozen entrees, LMU students know that this one-stop shop is where to go to get all their favorites.

Whole Foods: With one of the best hot food and salad bars around, it’s no wonder LMU students call Whole Foods their favorite grocery store. The well-known grocery is the place for those looking to feel whole from their food.

Hair Salon Avenue Hair Co: Don’t let the name mislead you­—Avenue Hair Co. is a favorite for what they can do for lovely locks AND nails. From coloring your hair to coloring your nails, Avenue Hair Co. is the place to go.

Irene’s Story

Clothing Store Pacsun: Favorite clothing store Pacsun has something stylish for everybody. Whether you’re looking for swimwear, daywear or nightwear, you’ll soon find out why this is a Best of LMU. Irene’s Story: Find all the latest trends at favorite clothing store Irene’s Story. Not only are the clothes cute, but they also won’t break the bank, which for any college student is a trend that is always “in.”

Le Sorelle: Known as a small salon with BIG talent, Le Sorelle offers its loyal following great haircare and a friendly atmosphere.

Housing Complex Playa Vista: Just down the Bluff is the Playa Vista community, which includes apartments and condos, as well as restaurants and parks in the heart of Silicon Beach.

Movers/Storage U-Haul: Offering the right equipment at the lowest cost guaranteed, favorite mover/storage U-Haul is the place LMU students call when moving.

EZ Storage: Coined as “your friendly neighborhood self-storage company” and with service that caters to students, favorite movers/ storage EZ Storage has LMU students covered for the summer.

Whole Foods

Playa Vista Farmer’s Market

Farmer's Market Playa Vista Farmer’s Market: Open on Saturdays, favorite Playa Vista Farmer’s Market offers LMU students a diverse assortment of local goods. Located down the street on Runway Blvd., students are sure to find a tasty and top-quality treat to take home.

Santa Monica Farmer’s Market: Open Sundays, Santa Monica Farmer’s Market is known for its sense of community. LMU students are sure to find the freshest farm produce and more, as well as local bands here. page 14

Bellagio Nails & Spa

Nail Salon Bellagio Nails & Spa: LMU students know where to go when in need of a quick mani-pedi. Favorite nail salon Bellagio Nails and Spa offers customers a high-quality experience in a quick time frame.

Marina Nails Spa: Marina Nails and Spa gives LMU students a spot to sit back and treat themselves. Customers can expect first-class service in this recently remodeled spa.

Sights + Sounds concert venue Hollywood Bowl: The Bowl is a true Hollywood legend that ages with style. With the Hollywood Hills as its backdrop, the amphitheater has hosted everyone from the Beatles to Kanye West.

beach Manhattan Beach: Offering LMU students sun, surf and sand in the South Bay’s push-yet-laidback, and voted favorite, Manhattan Beach.

Santa Monica: Any time of the year, there’s nothing quite like the Santa Monica Pier and its surroundings. A beach as famous as Hollywood’s elite, Santa Monica is a favorite beach.

The Forum: Known for its unusual and groundbreaking structure, The Forum is an L.A. icon. The former home of the L.A. Lakers and host to countless musical superstars, The Forum is just a short ride-share down Manchester Blvd.

museum LACMA: Located in the heart of Mid-Wilshire, favorite museum LACMA is as quirky as the city it calls home. Students who visit have the ability to go from prehistoric tar pits to Instagram worthy light poles in just minutes.

The Getty Museum: With sweeping views of L.A., favorite museum The Getty is a place where students can appreciate classical art, as well as the city that they call home.

Manhattan Beach

The Beach

The beach

off campus study spot Coffee Shop: Perhaps it’s just the smell of constantly brewing coffee that helps us focus? Whatever it is, LMU students agree that coffee shops are a definite do for studying off-campus.

The Beach: Do you really go to college in Southern California if you don’t study at the beach? LMU students do SoCal living the right way by counting the beach as their favorite off-campus study spot.

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Teen removed from class for dress code violation A 17-year-old’s removal from class leads to a discussion on dress code.

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After being sent to the Dean’s office, a student at Braden river High School in Florida was forced to put band-aids over her nipples, according to Buzzfeed news.

According to the Bradenton Herald, 17-year-old student Lizzy Martinez was pulled from class last week and into Dean Violeta Velazquez’s office, where she was told to change out of a long sleeved t-shirt deemed too revealing by her teacher. After Martinez changed, she returned to the dean’s office, where she said she was told to stand up and move around by Velazquez so she could assess whether or not Martinez was up to dress code. In an effort to keep her fellow students less distracted, she was then told by Velazquez to go to the nurse’s office to tape

bandaids over her nipples.

The school’s dress code does not require bras or reference undergarments, according to Buzzfeed. Martinez’s violation, reported by Buzzfeed, was for being distracting to other students Martinez’s mother said in an interview with a local news station, “I don’t care if it’s a female dean; it’s not an appropriate request.”

This sparked a social media frenzy after Martinez shared her story on Twitter, with her tweet going viral and reaching over 13,000 likes and over 50,000 retweets.

Many on social media began discussing the fine line between enforcing a dress code and wrongly sexualizing girls based off of their clothes.

Many teenagers and adults used this viral tweet as a platform to promote a student organized ‘bra-cott’ that took place this Monday at high schools across the country, according to the New York Times. Girls were asked to forget their bras at home and boys were told to wear bandaids over their nipples to

raise awareness for unjust dress code enforcement.

Here at LMU, student dress code is vague. On LMU’s website, the University’s response to the question of the existence of a dress code is answered as, “Yes and no. While day-to-day dress is typically informal, students are expected to be appropriately dressed at all times.”

Katherine Meyer, a freshman marketing major, on the issue of women and dress codes, said that going braless is a personal choice.

“Going braless is not attention seeking behavior,” Meyer said.

“It’s women wearing whatever they want, while expecting others to treat them with the dignity and respect everyone deserves.”

This is the opinion of Trevor Gray, a freshman marketing major from Orange County, CA. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments to kchudzinski@theloyolan.com.

via The Bradenton Herald 17-year-old Lizzy Martinez was pulled out of class for wearing this longsleeve Calvin Klien shirt, which her school deemed “too revealing.”

Summer styles for any occasion Paris Shepherd, L+A Assistant Editor

The couple of months that students have off in between school years are highly anticipated, especially with final exams looming in the distance.

Summer vacation has always been something that I’ve looked forward to since the start of my educational career, not just because I’m a July baby, but because of the absence of, for the most part, anything school related.

Don’t get me wrong — I’m happy to have the opportunity to continue my studies at LMU, but by the end of the school year, I’m convinced that we’re in need of a break.

Road tripping The last road trip that I went on ended tragically with a flat tire and my friends and I having to wait hours for AAA at a Chevron station in Firebaugh, C.A. Much like the town’s name, the temperature outside that day was uncomfortably warm, and I was not dressed for the occasion.

Depending on where you’re traveling to over the summer, be sure to pack light because the more you bring, the more you have to take out of the car when roadside service replaces your tire. Some tips for packing light include trying to stick to two pairs of shoes minimum and choosing interchangeable pieces.

Another benefit of summer is the warmer weather. Not only does the L.A. heat provide more opportunities to show more skin, but it allows for creative clothing combinations in attempt to survive hotter temperatures. Relaxation station With all of this in mind, I’ve put together a summer fashion guide with Relaxing can be done anywhere but I prefer to do so in the comfort of my the hope that you’ll be staying cool in any situation. own home— my reason for this being that I don’t have to worry as much about what I’m wearing because no one other than my family members Water works will be seeing me. In my opinion, the ideal summer relaxation outfit When the temperatures rise, there’s no better place to be than laying out would be a pair of jersey shorts and a tank top. I’ve found that the H&M on the beach or relaxing by the pool. Dressing for these occasions aren’t Basics line has some of the most comfortable clothes for relaxing in. too tricky because minimal clothing is required; however, less clothing does not equal any less cute. I’ve always dressed simply for these occaBusiness casual sions by wearing a swim suit under a pair of shorts or sundress to avoid For those of you struggling with how to dress for your summer internship, having to struggle with my outerwear. Sandals are also a favorite of mine never underestimate the power of a good blazer. Look for something in a because they’re easily slipped on and off. lighter color and fabric to keep things warm weather appropriate, and throw it over a sundress or a shirt and slacks to elevate any outfit to a Out on the town professional level. Pair your blazer with a nice pair of flats — but stay Running errands is just one of those things that we all encounter on a away from sandals — and you're all set to take the office by storm. weekly, if not daily, basis. Look stylish while still dressing comfortably in This is the opinion of Paris Shepherd, a junior communication studies major an outfit like a patterned sundress. Popular dress fabrics and colors that from Ventura, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments I’ve been seeing lately are floral, gingham, black and white stripes and to kchudzinski@theloyolan.com. plenty of pastels. Not only would a pair of strappy sandals go great with this look, but they would also be easy to get around in.

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2018: Also known as the year of Cardi B Ciara Mist Ciara Freeman Life+Arts Intern

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ardi B’s claim to fame has many fans believing this to be her year. “Knock me down nine times but I get up ten.” This line from the single “Get Up 10” featured on rap queen Cardi B’s latest album “Invasion of Privacy,” is fitting — given the nature of her journey to stardom. She’s raw, she’s real and she taking the world by storm.

Born and bred in the Bronx as Becalis Almanzar, her personality began her claim to fame as she began to work as a stripper at 19 years old to escape poverty and domestic violence. “I was dictated to, and had to do things I didn’t want to do, because I was living under a man’s roof, in his mom’s house, in an apartment with two pitbulls and bedbugs, and I didn’t have money. I was living in a spa where I couldn’t even pay rent, and people threw that in your face all the time,” she said in an interview with The Guardian.

Given the nature of this situation, it can be difficult for anyone to see celebrity potential.

As an idealist, Cardi always planned for the future. Although her present circumstances weren’t ideal, the 25-year-old saw potential in the power of social media as a source of income and began documenting her experiences as a stripper and an unsatisfied girlfriend on Instagram. As an unfiltered, unashamed and unapologetic woman, viewers regularly looked forward to her

Event Photos NYC via Flickr Creative Commons Cardi B­is the second female rapper to have reached the top of the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart with her hit “Bodak Yellow.” naturally unrefined comedic style best way possible. She created a deal with Atlantic Records. The and truth regarding her Christian following that launched her into song itself was so popular that it and feminist beliefs. Unbeknownst success. From ‘Love & Hip Hop’ launched her to the top of the U.S. to her, the documentation of to an incredible album, she’s also Billboard Hot 100 chart, making her reality began developing a just 100 percent relatable. To quote her the second female rapper to do significant following over time, her: ‘I could wear designer, but that so with a solo.

Surprisingly, Cardi never and her Instagram account has now Fashion Nova fit!”

Growing up listening to borracha intended on being famous. “I was amassed over 21.5 million followers.

After realizing the fanbase she and dancehall music, it was one of always scared to follow my dreams was developing, Cardi persevered Cardi’s managers who encouraged because if I follow my dreams and transferred over to the world her to give rap a try. Many know and I fail, I can’t dream about it of reality television, appearing Cardi for her hit single “Bodak anymore,” she said in an interview on the VH1 reality series “Love & Yellow,” which features bold with Fader magazine. “It’s easier Hip Hop: New York.” Sophomore statements like, “These expensive, to settle for less.” As it turns out, economics major Gloria Delmar these is red bottoms, these is Cardi had nothing to worry about.

She’s since partnered with said, “What I love about Cardi is bloody shoes.” Before the explosion that she remains real, money or of popular rap sensation “Bodak several prominent brands such as no money. I think she’s used social Yellow,” Cardi actually released two MAC Cosmetics, Marc Jacobs and media to her advantage in the mixtapes that landed her a record Fashion Nova. Cardi later launched

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her debut studio album “Invasion of Privacy” on April 6. The album has already received high-acclaim from some of the world’s top artists and entertainers, including Chance the Rapper, SZA, Ellen DeGeneres, Timbaland, Kehlani and G-Eazy.

Senior communication studies major Armani Taylor has this to say on Cardi’s acclaim, “I think her rise to fame is amazing because she literally did it on her own. She went from Instagram to reality TV and catapulted herself into stardom. I love her positive energy, and I think that’s also a reason why people love her.”

Most recently, the star co-hosted Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, where she explained her most quirky catchphrases “Okurrrr” and “Eeoowww.” She also revealed her highly controversial pregnancy during a performance on Saturday Night Live.

The world sees greatness for Cardi B, and we are rooting for her success. She’s earned multiple Grammy nominations and received the iHeartRadio Award for Best New Artist. A day after her latest album’s release, Billboard.com predicted that the album would reach the top of the Billboard 200 chart within two weeks of its release. “Invasion of Privacy” is only the beginning of what appears to be an extremely promising career for the rapper. From the pole to the press, 2018 is clearly the year of Cardi B.

This is the opinion of Ciara Freeman, a sophomore communication studies major from Virginia Beach, VA. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments to kchudzinski@theloyolan. com.

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causes, but firmly believes that there is a time and a place to do so. She thinks if the NFL deems it is not the right time [during the national anthem] to protest, then the battle becomes the league against the player and not the social justice issue. If an athlete cannot support a cause in a way that the league approves, Myers raised the question, “What is the other avenue you can do to get your word out without destructing the league that has put you on that platform?”

Unfortunately, in certain leagues, athletes are seen more as just players rather than people. They are required to play their sport and not become a distraction. This is a big reason why Kaepernick is still unsigned. Several NFL coaches/ owners have spoken out against players protesting the anthem.

This opposition is reinforcing

a problematic narrative that athletes are only athletes — here to play and not to speak. This mentality strips athletes of their dignity as people.

Another example of this opposition was when Fox News host, Laura Ingraham, stated that NBA star LeBron James should not speak on politics, but instead “shut up and dribble.” This was in response to James making comments about Donald Trump.

According to Ingraham, because James is a basketball player, he should not share his political opinions. However, the politics of the United States have just as much of an effect on professional athletes as any other citizen.

Myers said that James is entitled to his opinion, and he is not, “breaking any rules by stating it.”

Batemon said he believed athletes have a right to speak up.

“We’re more than just athletes,” Batemon said. “It’s a lot

more than dribbling a ball, and we should have a say in our society.”

People may disagree with Kaepernick taking a knee, but it is hard to argue with the fact that he sparked a much-needed conversation in the sports world about social inequalities. These are real issues happening in our country, issues that a lot of players of color must deal with daily. To move past them, they must first be addressed, and athletes can help initiate that conversation.

In response to the national anthem protest, the NFL has proposed a plan that would donate nearly $100 million to social justice causes that are important to players. This is a step in the right direction. This progress shows that sports have the power to lead the way in fighting for social justice in the United States.

This is the opinion of Jermaine Johnson II, a junior marketing major from Detroit, MI. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan, or email mrodriguez@theloyolan.com.

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Lines blur between sports and social justice The Second

Jermaine Johnson II

Sports Intern @LALoyolan port and social justice are two worlds that have constantly collided.

Historically, sports have played an important role in some of the world’s most prevalent civil rights movements. This is specifically true in South Africa, during the country’s grotesque period of apartheid. While the system of institutionalized racial segregation was in place, many sporting events such as the Olympic Games placed boycotts on the country, preventing participation from the nation’s sports teams. Many of these boycotts were lifted after the country began making steps towards ending apartheid.

South Africa was not allowed to participate in the first two Rugby World Cups ever played, but was then allowed to host the event in 1995. They went on to win the tournament, which served as a huge source of unity for the country.

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“Sport has the power to change the world,” said Nelson Mandela, former South African president. “It is more powerful than government in breaking down racial barriers.”

Today in the United States, sports are still being used to promote social justice. Athletes are using their voices to speak up on social justice issues ranging from police brutality to social inequalities. LMU basketball player James Batemon believes that athletes should use their platform as power to help people, especially within the black community.

“When you have the privileges of a student athlete, people are going to look up to you,” said Batemon. “You should utilize that power because social injustices are always going to be around.”

Many professional athletes have done their own forms of advocacy for social justice issues.

This activism has ranged from protests to social media posts.

However, these methods are not always accepted. National Football League (NFL) quarterback Colin Kaepernick began kneeling during the national anthem to protest injustices towards the

black community, specifically police brutality. Since then, he has essentially been shunned from the league. Some would say it is due to his lack of skill, but that does not explain why other quarterbacks are being signed who are statistically not as qualified.

Nonetheless, Batemon believes that what Kaepernick is doing goes beyond his job as a football player.

“Someone has to stand up for social justice,” said Batemon.

“Even though it’s jeopardizing his career, he knows what is right for society.”

Thankfully, social justice is intrinsic to LMU’s values. This is true for the students, as well as the administration. “The resources that LMU has, gives you a chance to voice your opinions,” Batemon said.

LMU women’s soccer coach Michelle Myers echoes this sentiment. On the topic of national anthem protests, Myers said, “The stance that was given to us from [the administration] was that we shouldn’t deny [athletes] that opportunity to speak out.”

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Junior guard James Batemon said he sees Colin Kaepernick’s protest as a needed “stand for social justice.”

Tanking race creates problem for the NBA Miles per hour Miles Thomas

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ith the playoffs underway, many fans are celebrating their teams’ postseason runs. On the other side of the standings, fans of teams such as the Phoenix Suns and Atlanta Hawks are celebrating their teams’ last place finish in their conference and high chances at a top pick in the upcoming draft.

Tanking is one of the biggest topics of debate in the NBA, many franchises who are not in the playoff race have used lost as many games as they can for the next year to improve the team in the draft. Small market teams, or those that are not premier free agent destinations, find themselves in the middle of the NBA standings with little room to grow. Often times, these teams blow up their rosters to acquire younger and better players for the future. They will then prepare the next season to lose as many games as possible in order to gain better odds at drafting young prospects. In the NBA, it is difficult to win with good but not great talent, which is the reason teams employ this tanking strategy.

The effectiveness of purposefully losing is still up in the air — some teams find success, yet others who draft poorly continue to see themselves at the bottom of the standings years after employing a strategic losing season. The most recent team to see success with tanking is the Philadelphia 76ers, who famously used the motto “Trust the Process” during their losing years. The 76ers initiated their plan in 2014 to overhaul their roster in exchange for future draft picks. As a result, the team sat

near the bottom of the standings from 20142017, stacking up on multiple top three draft picks, and now are in the playoffs as the third seed in the Eastern Conference with one of the brightest futures in the league.

Team owners see the value that losing has on the future of a franchise. A recent report from Adrian Wojnarowski claimed

this strategy; they fined him $600,000 for his comments.

This season saw one of the closer tank races in recent history, with nine teams just a few wins from each other and multiple tie breakers needed to decide which team finished worse and would get better odds for the draft lottery. The Chicago Bulls were

that an unnamed NBA owner reportedly berated a tanking team’s head coach for winning a game on the road against an above average team, highlighting how for some teams, winning is losing. Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, whose team struggled this season finishing with only 24 wins, said that “losing is our best option,” in regards to the direction the franchise needed to take this season. The NBA, however, is not supportive of Cuban’s public support of

noteworthy this season when they rested some of their healthy starters during games in an effort to lose games. The NBA sent out a warning to the Bulls about resting their starters, and the league said in a memo that tanking will result in swift punishment if evidence of purposefully trying to lose games was found.

With this pressing issue growing in the NBA, it has resulted in the loss of competitiveness across the league. With

less teams playing to win, there is less fan interest spread out amongst the league and a larger talent disparity across the league.

Fans, too, feel that tanking takes fun away from the NBA. Freshman marketing major and NBA fan, Kyle Woodland said, “I feel like it takes a lot away from the fun of the league when teams go out trying to lose. It almost feels like the NBA is split into two leagues, one with the playoff teams that hold a majority of the star talent and then these non-playoff tanking teams who are throwing no name players on the court trying to lose.”

Fans such as Woodland also see the strategy in teams deliberately losing despite its lack of entertainment. “I think the way the league is set up, tanking is the best way to build a team, especially for a small market team. As long as the drafting is smart, tanking is incredibly effective and all you need is to hit on one or two good draft picks,” he said.

There is no solution to the NBA’s tanking problem yet, but the NBA has implemented new rules to try to deal with this sit. The NBA Board of Governors approved changes recently to the NBA Draft Lottery system that will change the odds so that the teams with the three worst records will share the same chance of receiving the No. 1 overall draft pick. The modifications to the NBA Draft Lottery will be implemented for the 2019 NBA Draft.

This is the opinion of Miles Thomas, a freshman communication studies major from Los Angeles, CA. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan, or email mrodriguez@theloyolan.com.