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ASLMU hosts school walkout

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Seventeen crosses, pictured above, line Regents Terrace to commerate the 17 lives lost during the Parkland school shooting. A large number of Jewish lives were taken during the shooting, so stones will be scattered between the crosses, per the recommendation of Rabbi Zach. The walkout will begin here at 10 a.m. with an intro by Tanabe.

Schools nationwide participate in walkout to protest gun violence. Kayla Brogan

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A day of nationwide school walkouts, National Walkout Day, have been planned by activists following the school shooting that took place in Parkland, Florida at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Feb 14, that resulted in the death of 14 students and three staff members. On Wednesday, March 14 students across the nation may participate in this protest against gun violence. Beginning at 10 a.m. students will walk out of their classrooms for 17 minutes to honor the 17 victims of the Parkland school shooting, according to CNN. LMU is among many colleges participating in this protest. Hosted by ASLMU, students, faculty and administration are encouraged to join. The gathering will take place on the Regents Terrace Grass beginning at 10 a.m, but will begin promptly at 10:03 a.m. to allow time for students to arrive. The program will run until 10:17 a.m., according to the LMU National School Walkout Event Page. At 9:00 a.m. there will be an optional sign-making event in the Office of Student Leadership & Development (SLD) with ASLMU. Hayden Tanabe ASLMU President and senior business management major, will open

the event with a brief overview. Rabbi Zach Zysman who will then lead attendants in a prayer for mourning and a prayer for an end to gun violence. Following the prayers, three students, Camila De Pierola a sophmore psychology major, Melissa Cedillo, a junior theology major and Austin Raymundo, a sophmore political science and economics double major, will speak on gun violence. There is an action component associated with the event, that will be discussed at its conclusion. From 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Pam Rector’s team in the Center for Service and Action (CSA) will be hosting an Advocacy Action Hour. The goal is to encourage students to register to vote. They also

want to provide a platform for students to call their legislators about gun violence. “It is my hope that this event brings about more awareness to the issues at hand surrounding gun violence and provides a starting point for students to practice intentional discernment to develop their own views,” said Tanabe. It aligns with Jesuit and Marymount traditions to stand in solidarity with our peers, as our values emphasize the importance of heart and mind unity. He added that, “We each have the responsibility to participate in society and engage in the relentless pursuit for justice.” The national event is being organized by Women’s March Youth Empower and is meant

to push lawmakers to act on gun reform and to honor those killed in Parkland and anyone who has been a victim of gun violence, according to NPR. The tagline for the protest is #EnoughIsEnough, and it is expected that 2,500 walkouts are planned in schools nationwide and internationally. According to Vox, participants in the walkout range from elementary to college level students. According to LMU’s undergraduate admission’s page, the university will not punish prospective students for participating in this national protest when applying to the university. “We join colleges and universities across the United See Walkout | Page 3

Alumna killed in shooting Jennifer Shushereba Gonzales was a victim of the Yountville shooting. Kayan Tara

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Dr. Jennifer Shushereba Gonzales, a clinical psychologist who graduated from LMU in 2007, was tragically killed on March 9 by a former patient of the Yountville Veteran Home in the Yountville Veterans Home shooting. Gonzales, six months pregnant at the time of her death, was one of three women held hostage and murdered in the standoff at the veteran’s home, as reported by SF Gate. Gonzales, 32, worked with the San Francisco Department of Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. Gonzales was a member of the Epsilon Zeta chapter of Delta Gamma while at LMU for her undergraduate degree, going on to receive her doctoral degree from Palo Alto University. Gonzales had been married for a year at the time of her death, according to the GoFundMe page set up by her family. Gonzales’ family and friends set up the memorial GoFundMe page on March 10 with the goal See Gonzales | Page 3

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This week, Managing Editor Sami Leung sat down with Clark Zhu, a freshman film production major whose edited trailer mashups have been shown on Time and CNN.

Can you tell me about the videos that you have posted on your channel?

I post my movie trailer mashups once a year. I do that at the end of December. Normally the trailer mashup mixes about 260 movies, from the whole year, and I make it into an eight minute mashup. I spend a long time doing that every year, about four months.

How did you begin editing trailers?

I got into it when I was 12 years old, I was just piecing different film clips together and laying music underneath and finding it really interesting. I got into trailer editing and film editing and went from there.

What was the first video you edited?

Professionally? The first one was back in junior year of high school, I edited a TV show in Fresno. The TV show was called “Dine Out Along the Road.” That was my first professional experience, editing a TV show and it was a documentary, about 20 minutes long. As far as my personal life goes, my first trailer mashup was 2016, and that mashup went onto Time magazine, and that’s how I realized that I could make it big. This year, my mashup went onto CNN.

What has been your favorite video that you’ve edited so far?

My favorite video would have to be my mashup from 2017. I think that’s my best work so far. But I’m still making new stuff, so there will be better stuff in the future.

What videos do you have planned for the future?

Right now, I’m putting my personal stuff on pause right now, because I am a film production student and I’m editing a couple junior thesis right now, two of them this semester, so I’m pretty busy with that. Also, this summer I’m going to start my internship at a trailer house in Culver City called Wildcard. They’re pretty big, they make a lot of movie trailers, so I’ll be busy during that time too. Right now, I’m putting my own stuff on pause because I don’t have time for it. To see more of Zhu’s work, go to clarkzhu.com.

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States in supporting students who stand in solidarity regarding matters of conscience. LMU will not penalize applications nor admitted students who are disciplined by their high school when they engage in peaceful, lawful protest and activism,” said Matthew Fissinger, the assistant vice provost for undergraduate admissions, in the message post. Some high schools across the nation are threatening students with disciplinary action such as suspensions if they choose to participate in the Walkout, which has the ability to damage some students’ college applications, according to CNN. LMU is among many of the universities across the nation supporting the rights and

responsibilities of their prospective students. Harvard, MIT, Dartmouth and Yale are a few other universities encouraging students to do what they believe in. “I think that this is a great example of putting your money where your mouth is, because LMU is not only showing through mere words like thoughts and prayers, our support for victims of mass gun violence, we are showing it through action as well,” said Indah Gunawan Putri, a sophomore entrepreneurship major who plans on participating in Wednesday’s protest. According to CNN, students need to be aware of a few things before they plan on participating in this protest. Schools can punish students for participating, but unless disruptions occur most

of them will not. If the student attends a private school, that institution has the ability to prevent students from participating. Unless laws are broken, a student is unlikely to be arrested. Overall, students still maintain their First Amendment constitutional rights in school, which includes the right to peaceflly assemble. Florida Governor Rick Scott signed a bill which imposes new restrictions on gun purchases in Florida. It raises the legal age to purchase a firearm from 18 to 21 and also includes a three-day waiting period for most purchases of long guns, according to the Hill. This law also includes trained school staff to carry concealed firearms and implements more mental health programs in school systems.

GoFundMe for alumna’s family Gonzales from Page 1

of raising $175,000 to support Gonzales’ husband, T.J., as he adjusts “to life without Jenn,” as well as to help with the memorial costs. Currently, the page has raised $152,859 at the time of publication. Gonzales and the others “died doing the work they were so passionate about — helping those in critical need … Jennifer was adored by all who knew her and will always be remembered for her unconditional love and incredibly giving heart,” her family said in a statement on the GoFundMe page. Gonzales was supposed to fly to Washington D.C. that weekend to celebrate her wedding anniversary, as reported by KHQ Q6. The other two women killed, Dr. Jen Golick, a staff psychologist, and Christine Loeber, the executive director of Pathway Homes, also worked at Pathway Home. Gonzales also worked as a trainer with PsychArmor, a nonprofit organization that provides the military community with free education, as reported by CNN. According to Majorie Morrison, the CEO of PsychArmor, the organization pledged to work on setting up a memorial fund for Gonzales. The gunman was identified as Albert Wong, an Army veteran from Sacramento who served in Afghanistan, according to a

statement made by the Napa County authorities. Wong was a patient at the Pathway Home until recently when he was asked to leave, according to the New York Times. The Yountville Veterans Pathway Home is a center providing counseling services to former and current military service members with mental health issues, according to CNN.

The Pathway Home website states that it provides post 9/11 veterans with academic and vocational support as they reenter civilian society post deployment. Gonzales’ GoFundMe page is under the name “Jenn Gonzales Shushereba Memorial” created by Ian Sambor.

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Gonzales was a member of Delta Gamma while at LMU for her undergraduate degree, going on to receive her doctoral degree from Palo Alto University.

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In 2010, LMU became the third American requires a commitment to listening to others, Jesuit university to launch an LGBT Student with the hope that others will return the Services program. As we celebrate Rainbow favor so we can engage as equals who respect Week and seek to spread awareness for each others’ differences. When we are able the LGBTQ+ community, we should also to recognize and respect the differences and evaluate what it means to be an advocate, and humanity of others, then we become better what it means to listen when we encourage able to converse with them and advocate individuals from the LGBTQ+ community to for them, perhaps even relieving the burden share their stories. that minority groups face in explaining their Listening is a not a passive action, but struggles to the larger world. demands that we pause So as we celebrate Rainbow our prejudices in order to Week, we should remember what try to understand another “respect means it means to listen, to respect and person’s life, emotions and that we actually to engage in dialogue. As Lions logic. By listening, we receive are called to try to understand listen to them we the opinions of others with the LGBTQ+ community and an open heart and mind so when they speak. all minority groups at LMU, that we can love rather than We do not simply and to respond and engage in judge them, so that we can and earnest hear their words compassionate move “beyond tolerance dialogue. Rainbow Week is about to mutual respect,” which and refrain from giving particular students a voice LMU’s website describes insults, but try and encouraging all of LMU to as a part of fulfilling our open conversations where to understand have mission statement. all types of identities and beliefs and allow Respect may be one of the can interact. These interactions hardest things to accomplish ourselves to be aim not to change people or when we disagree with everyone to agreement transformed by bring a person; respect means on controversial issues, but that we actually listen to what we hear ” to transform us so that we them when they speak. We can understand and respect do not simply hear their words and refrain differences in others, recognizing our own from insults, but try to understand and allow shared humanity regardless of whether we ourselves to be transformed by what we hear. agree or are in similar circumstances. Toleration demands that we let someone If you are looking to participate in Rainbow speak, but to listen and respect requires that Week, consider attending LGBTSS’ LGBTees we entertain the possibility that they may be on Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Malone wiser than we are. Student Center, suite 112. Students of all The move towards respect should be communities can come together to make the goal of all campus conversations and personalized T-shirts about their own is a part of the Lion Code. After allowing identities, with the intent of encouraging ourselves to be transformed from listening individuals to share experiences of who and truly respecting another person, we may and what made them into the people they possibly be informed enough to engage in a are today. more even-sided conversation. All dialogue

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We cannot fall into the trap of desensitization The Real McCoy Elizabeth McCoy Opinion Intern @LALoyolan

month has passed since the Parkland shooting and you might be wondering why anyone, including myself, is still talking about it. You might feel like the walk-out today was too long after the fact. It’s already been discussed, it’s too much emotionally, we need to move on. Usually at this point after a mass shooting, the conversation has already moved onto something else. When the news first came out about the shooting, there was the initial outrage and heartbreak, but I noticed something else I hadn’t before. One thing I heard that day was, “I can’t listen to this.” Sophomore computer science major and animation minor Serena Zafiris said, “Initially when school shootings happen, it’s like, don’t talk about it [out of respect for] the families, but then later, it’s like ‘too much time has passed, move on,’” creating an environment of silence around the issue. It becomes normal to ignore or tune out the atrocity because it is somehow distant from us. To a certain extent, taking that emotional distance from this tragedy might be necessary for emotional health. But to turn away and disengage completely, to be silent and complacent with this issue, is to ensure that it will happen again. However, forcing this distance and being isolated from these important discussions ignores the fact that it is everyone’s problem to deal with, not just someone

else’s. These tragedies are then only discussed in the space where they took place, rather than on a national platform as they should be. This generation of students has grown up with the reality of mass shootings in schools, theaters and concerts, and should realize by now that these are not ever isolated events, but national crises. To treat them as such will mean for us all to engage and take responsibility in order to do our part. The students-turned-activists of the Parkland shooting are not afforded emotional distance from the tragedy, and they are turning their trauma into action. Ignoring the issue is something they cannot do, and we shouldn’t either. It is a disservice to our peers, those dead and those currently fighting for change, to tune out of the national conversation. It is also a disservice to yourself to do so. Failure to participate in these conversations leads to stagnation, as we have seen after Sandy Hook, Pulse, Las Vegas and other shootings. Inevitably, another shooting happens because we failed to engage and then enact change to save our lives and the lives of others. It is time to wake up. It is time to force ourselves to not only acknowledge this reality but to face it head on in the discussion leading to action. Without doing so, there will be more needless death and destruction. Next time, it might be in California. It might be your old high school. It might be us.

Read the rest of this article on www.laloyolan.com This is the opinion of Elizabeth McCoy, a sophomore English major from Sammamish, Washington. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email jlee@theloyolan.com

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Double standards between music genres must stop Myers for Hire Alex Myers

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hy is it when indie singer Father John Misty sings “I hate that soulful affectation white girls put on. Why don’t you move to the Delta? I obliged later on when you begged me to choke ya,” he is considered poetic? While it is necessary to point out misogyny within music, there needs to be an emphasis on how there is a seemingly racist doublestandard imposed upon hip-hop. In this song, Misty is describing a woman that he is not fond of in a misogynistic fashion and objectifies her by saying “I found her naked with her best friend in the tub.” On the other hand, when Lil Wayne raps “Diva in the room, she blowing me just like a band horn / Got her on her knees, the same knees that she be prayin’ on,” he is immediately considered misogynistic. What needs to be seen here is that both artists have written misogynistic songs, but Father John Misty does not get labeled as a misogynist because he is not a black hip-hop artist. The reality is that both artists are saying the same thing, but the rapper’s artistry is overlooked due to personal prejudices. Father John Misty was confronted about his lyrics in

an interview with the Guardian, but was let off the hook by the interviewer due to Misty’s “combination of candor and selfmockery.” It is mind-blowing that we can let other artists who fall outside the realm of hiphop not be held accountable for their misogynistic lyrics. Hip-hop artists have written songs that are misogynistic, and with deeper analysis, it can be understood where this misogyny comes from. Kanye West explained it perfectly in a SHOWstudio Live interview; “Rap is a communication of how people are feeling at the time … the frustration and disrespect in the music comes from the lack of opportunity.” West continued and said that when black men are marginalized, the only person they can express their frustration to is those who are closest to them: black women. This can then result in aggravated and misogynistic lyrics that are routed in heated daily frustrations that are wrongfully taken out on women. “Where I think the disconnect comes in is a kind of implicit racism that a lot of Americans have, as well as a disregard for truly learning and understanding black culture and why we do things the way that we do,” said Anita Marks, a junior political science and French major. This double standard is not fair to press upon hip-hop and rap while knowing that it holds a

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We must acknowledge both the racism and misogyny in the music industry to call ourselves feminists. racist backing. “I think feminists who listen to hip hop should call out the misogyny present, but let’s not only focus on that,” Marks said. “We should also focus on the artistry, craft and lyricism present in the hip-hop genre.” So yes, hip-hop can be misogynistic at times, as female rapper Nicki Minaj pointed out in an interview with Time Magazine. “Women in the industry are judged more. If you speak up for yourself, you’re a bitch. If you party too much, you’re a whore. Men don’t get called these things,” she said. Minaj pointed out important sexist double standards that are embedded within pop-culture and music, but in order to fight

this sexist double standard, it is also important to point out the racism in order to ensure that we are intersectional in the feminism we practice. This will make feminism less exclusive to white women and give a more open-minded viewpoint on how women of all races are treated. It is important to emphasize that racism and misogyny are both equally important issues, but in order to combat the two, we must make sure that every artist is responsible for their works, regardless of race, gender or genre. Hip-hop is a music genre that has given millions of people from different backgrounds an avenue to hear their frustrations expressed in music. Listeners

can take part in this artistry by trying to understand where the musician’s viewpoint comes from while still having a chance to dance to the beat and have a good time. As listeners, we need to hold every artist accountable for sexist lyrics, regardless of race or genre. This is what music has done since the beginning of time, so let’s not try to ruin good music by mislabeling it due to ignorance.

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

Students need more access to sexual healthcare Merry Jayne Jayne Philbin Opinion Intern @LALoyolan

here are the condoms? Safe sex occurs when people take precautions during sexual activity to avoid the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancies. Having safe sex means using condoms and getting tested for STDs. So, what are the logistics of having safe sex at LMU? Condoms are not available on campus, which means that students must venture off campus. The extra time and money it takes to do so is a concern for some students. Sophomore psychology major and transfer student Sarah Holguin attended the University of Oregon prior to coming to LMU. At her former university, free tampons and condoms were provided for students. All student stores also carried condoms for purchase. “When I came to LMU and realized that condoms aren’t available in the student store, it made me question if LMU wants us to have safe sex. Having the option to make the choice for myself was something I really liked about Oregon,” said Holguin. Since Holguin is a transfer student, she was required to go through the LMU CARES program as all LMU students

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Condoms and the like the should be available so students can practice healthy and safe sex. are. “LMU CARES is a really good program that more schools should have, but it didn’t address anything about the health side of safe sex,” she said. Briana Maturi, the director of LMU CARES, pointed me to Student Health Services (SHS) for further information on the health side of safe sex, as they are responsible for providing students with information about their health care. LMU CARES is the outreach program that provides information to students about avoiding sexual misconduct and assault. I think that inadvertently spreading

STDs is a form of sexual misconduct, so LMU CARES should include the information we need about safe sex in conjunction with SHS. Getting tested for STDs on campus requires a trip to the Student Health Center (SHC). The cost of getting checked for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is $17. However, if you choose to have additional testing for other STDs, the total cost can amount to $50 or more. Because the SHC does not bill health insurance plans directly, students have to pay out of pocket. According to

the SHC website, “Students may obtain an itemized list of charges from SHS to submit to their health insurance plans for reimbursement,” but it’s not guaranteed that your insurance company will reimburse the costs. The process of getting an itemized list is time consuming and could be a deterrent for some. In this day and age, we should be making it as easy as possible for students to get checked. Katie Arce, director of SHS, confirmed that the SHC does not provide condoms for students “because LMU is a Catholic University.” Condoms are a

form of contraception, and contraception is discouraged in the Christian tradition. LMU is not alone. Other Jesuit universities such as Santa Clara University and Fordham University do not provide condoms to students either. While religious freedom is important, the line should be drawn when it interferes with student health and safety. Plain and simple, students should have access to basic healthcare. Students should have the freedom to make their own choices about sexual healthcare. If LMU really does care about the safety of its students, accessibility to things like condoms and STD tests should increase. I invite LMU to join the conversation about sexual health because they’ve been silent on this issue thus far. As a Catholic university, LMU should be clear about its Catholic messages and state why the university doesn’t provide condoms to students. What’s the point of banning the distribution of condoms if there’s not going to be any dialogue about why? LMU should be open about its Catholic identity instead of trying to hide information from students.

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

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Spring break to SFTV shuts down spring broken LAX for faster shoots A broken relationship, a broken juul and a broke student, all from break. Amanda Nahin

Broken Juul, broken heart Spring break is a time when stressed college students get to relax. However, some LMU students were more broken down than refreshed after this break. Many vacation and travel with friends, but little is said about the tragedy behind the Insta story. After talking to a handful of students, it’s clear that spring break is not all sun and games. Julia Hart, a sophomore sociology major, told us how she was “Heartbroken. I was heartbroken. This spring break, my boyfriend broke up with me. I just spent the whole break weeping into the waves.” Hart is not the only one feeling broken after this break. “My juul. I named him Jim, Jim Juul. Someone stomped on him. He slipped out of my frocket. And that was just the first day of break,”

explained Brad J. Peterson, a junior economics major. “I tried to make the best of the rest of my break, though. My bros really understood the heavy loss and they offered a ton of support.” Students like Hart and Peterson are devastated by their losses. Despite the seemingly perfect Instagram posts, it’s clear that not all was cheery in Cabo. Hart even assured us that she “made sure to make some killer posts. I mean, just because I was broken up with doesn’t mean I can’t post a bomb selfie.” Although these students suffered from different traumatic incidents this break, there is something all spring breakers seem to have in common. Students vacationing and going out every night can only lead to one thing: being broke. “Yeah, I’m all out of money,” Peterson said. “That plane ticket, those braids I got — I was all cleaned out.” So, whether you’re heart broken or just plain broke, we hope you’re able to piece back together your break.

students irritated with constant waiting for airplanes to clear the camera’s frame and for engine noises to stop. Sophomore production major Luella Seaton explained it as a final act of desperation. “We’ve repeatedly politely requested the airport refrain from loud noises during daytime hours and whenever we’re shooting at night, but the planes keep on coming,” she said. “That airport is a business built on human misery!” University lawyer Lionel Huxster has advised SFTV that they have grounds enough to sue for both the no-fly zone and monetary remuneration if the zoning board refuses. Huxster estimated a jury trial payout would be upwards of ten million dollars. Seaton was quick to defend her stance, asking, “Honestly, which is more important: not running behind schedule on my three-minute short or the travel

LMU already has restrictions against recreationally flying drones over campus, but if the film department’s actions to increase our airspace sanctity prove successful, no flying object will come close to campus. The LMU School of Film and Television (SFTV) has petitioned the L.A. Department of City Planning to designate the film building as the center of a five — mile no-fly zone. This distance covers every LAX runway, in effect shutting down one of the busiest international airports in the world. The petition was lodged on the basis of deep emotional distress inflicted onto hundreds of film

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Flies out cameras, not planes

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Relationships, Juuls, and wallets all looked as broken as this phone.

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SFTV students trying to film their next major motion picture at the SouthWest terminal at LAX.

Student films are more important than travellers at LAX.

In related news, the Seaver College of Science and Engineering plans to add a new degree, a B.S. in BS to really dive

project, no students will actually be able to live in the fake residence hall even though it will have fully functional facilities.

plans of a couple tens of millions of passengers? My film about ravenous unicorns, exactly.” LAX, the Federal Aviation Administration and countless advocacy groups protest the motion as a “legendary overreaction to a nonissue,” but it has surprisingly good chances in city hall. The possibility of completely tearing down and rebuilding an entire airport was seized upon by construction companies and unions, sparking a bidding war for who gets the rights to undertake this massive project. Insiders within L.A. City Planning report the department can’t resist adding yet another overwhelming infrastructure plan to its overflowing docket. Nothing says government like having too much to manage. The same day it submitted the petition, SFTV reminded film students by email to remain courteous to others while shooting off-campus.

Fake chapel hides Sacred Heart Chapel The only thing that isn’t fake at LMU anymore is the news. Casey Lee

My nose hurts Have you accidentally face planted into the fake door at Sacred Heart Chapel? Leave it to LMU to spend our tuition on fake doors while they remodel and replace the old weathered doors. No picture perfect moment on this campus will be ruined by a lack of doors. Over break, Bob Builder, the head of Facilities Management, announced that LMU will be remodeling and updating the entire Sacred Heart Chapel building. This is no small feat, especially with graduation coming up in eight weeks. Builder estimates the chapel won’t be finished by then. To combat this eye sore

project, LMU will be building a fake Sacred Heart Chapel around the real Sacred Heart Chapel, with no detail too small. Everything will be scaled up just enough to give workers room inside the fake chapel to work on the actual Sacred Heart Chapel. The Office of Financial Aid has already begun advertising new scholarships to help students out with the increased cost of tuition due to this incredible project. “Frankly, the Chapel is already gorgeous and well maintained, what are they really trying to fix?” said freshman theology major Jesus Garcia. “I guess they could replace the windows - they seem to have gotten a bit of color over the years.” Builder stated the next major project will be building a fake residence hall while we build new residence halls. “We’re running out of space for students!” said Builder. During the residence hall

into the art of fake projects. Sadly, BS students will still be required to pay actual tuition for their fake degree.

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People look out over Sunken Gardens at our recreation of LMU’s Sacred Heart Chapel.

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Midnight in Paris Paris Shepherd

Asst. Life+Arts Editor @parisshepherd51

ach year, I find myself looking forward to the start of spring because of the renewal qualities that come with it. This is the time when the trees begin to bud, flowers start to bloom and a period of growth ensues. One way to embrace this change is by involving yourself in the age-old tradition that we have come to know as ‘spring cleaning.’ According to professional cleaning blog Master Clean USA, ‘spring cleaning’ refers to the practice of thoroughly cleaning your home in the springtime. Its origins have been traced back to traditions such as the Chinese and Persian New Years and the Jewish tradition of homecleansing in anticipation of the Passover, as well as the Catholic tradition of cleaning the church altar the day before Good Friday.

All of these practices are united under the common goal of preparing for and welcoming the new season that each culture believes is to come. Whether or not you believe in its origins, ‘spring cleaning’ has its benefits. I believe that going through some of the items that you have collected over the past year is a helpful tool that can be used for self-reflection because it allows you to rid yourself of some clutter. Now that the spring semester is winding down and the end is in sight, you might want to think about going through your drawers and closets and ridding yourself of excess clothing before it’s time to pack it all up and head home for the summer. Here’s some advice that I came up with after I cleaned out my closet: 5. Have a plan To clean or not to clean — that is the question. Before you even attempt to start going through what you have, decide what you’re going to do with the parts of your wardrobe that

you don’t end up keeping. There are many ways to dispose of unwanted items, such as giving them to a friend, dropping them off at a donation center or selling them. If you’re trying to make a little extra money, local stores like Buffalo Exchange and Crossroads offer ways to sell and/or trade your clothes. 4. Start early If you know that you have a lot of clothing, shoes and accessories to sort through, give yourself enough time to do so. If you have a closet like mine, there’s no way to get through it in one day. I made the mistake of going into it thinking that it would only take an hour or two, but boy, was I wrong. The process of deciding what to keep and what to get rid of is what takes the longest, so be prepared for that. 3. Start small

lot of clothes, so when I finally decide that it’s time to clean out my wardrobe, I tend approach it in sections. Oftentimes, I start with what’s hanging up, such as dresses, and then move on from there. 2.Let it go If you can’t remember the last time you’ve worn something, then it’s probably safe to assume that you can live without it. I know that this is much easier said than done; I have always struggled with this. I’ve been known to keep things that I’ve never worn because I think that I’m going to need it as soon as I get rid of it. So, to be safe, I keep a lot of things that I shouldn’t. For that reason, I always invite my best friend over to help me make those tough decisions. If you’re anything like me and struggle with an irrational attachment to any and all clothing, I strongly suggest enlisting a friend to help.

Pick a section that you are comfortable tackling to avoid feeling overwhelmed. I have a

1. Have fun

light colors never get boring, and since they are all neutral colors, it is so easy to pair them up with anything,” Ha said. On the runway this year, we witnessed an explosion of lilac, babydoll pink, lemon and duck egg blue; designers Victoria Beckham, Céline and Preen all displayed shades of pretty power pastels.

1920s, according to Smithsonian Magazine. Given the popularity of this artistic trend, it’s no surprise that sparkle and glitter made its way onto the catwalk. No longer just evening wear, the versatility of sequins allows for a casual, daytime trendy look. Fashionistas are getting the latest sequined pieces from designers including Marc Jacobs, Gucci and even the more conservative Chanel.

I try to make this process as

similar as I can to that scene from the “Sex and the City” movie where Carrie invites her close friends over to help her clean out her overwhelmingly stylish closet. You don’t have to be familiar with this movie or the show to make cleaning out your closet more fun than it should be. Invite a few friends over, put on some of your favorite music and be the star of your very own fashion show. With spring officially beginning on the twentieth of this month, don’t wait until it’s too late to be out with the old and in with the new. Not only will you have less to worry about packing away when it comes time to leave, but you’ll also feel good knowing that you’ve now made room for the new items that you are bound to accumulate over the coming months.

This is the opinion of Paris Shepherd, a junior communication studies major from Ventura, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments to chutchinson@theloyolan.com.

Spring fashion trends for the college student Ciara Freeman

adds a feminine touch to the runway as designers such as Givenchy, Alexander McQueen and Valentino all incorporated them into their shows.

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4. Crisp Checks

Ciara Mist Life+Arts Intern

ew York Fashion Week kicked off Thursday, Feb. 8 and highlighted some of this spring’s most coveted trends through the haute couture of each designer and their newest collections. Straight from the runway, each set featured an array of the latest fads bound to hit LMU’s campus and beyond. Luckily for us students, these show-stopping trends will be easy to replicate, as several retail and online stores will soon be carrying similar (and more affordable) items! Stay in style and be sure to check out these popular fashion pieces. 5. Riveting Ruffles Originating in 16th century Spain, ruffles were a unisex clothing piece used when soldiers wore several layers of clothing and often slashed the ends of sleeves to reveal underlying fabric. The natural wrinkles that appeared as a result were then appropriated by garment makers who sewed flexible strings into their clothes, according to Racked. Regarding the ruffle trend, sophomore psychology major and fashionista Sabrina Khoury said, “I’ll definitely be wearing a lot of sleeveless and off the shoulder tops with ruffles, and I especially love crop tops.” Today, this extra fluffy material

Checks, also known as plaid, is one of the most ubiquitous patterns in modern-day fashion and has British origins dating back to the 16th century. The material was appropriated by British and American manufacturers who created patterned fabric that resembled tartan. According to Bustle, plaid fabric was later placed in high esteem amongst royalty including King James V, who gifted his wife with several bolts of the material. This season, designers including Burberry, Balenciaga and Sonia Rykiel released their latest collection of checks. Passed down from royalty, plaid fashion has made its way into modern 21st century style, catching our eye ever since. 3. Power Pastels Who said delicacy can’t be strong? There’s something about the aesthetic of pastels that draws people in — the paint-inspired tones blend together seamlessly like watercolors. Pastels, evoking a strong sense of femininity and sexuality (not to mention an unexplained sense of cuteness), are easy to style and easy on the eye. Sophomore communication studies major and fashionista Catherine Ha agreed, “This spring, I think people are going to wear a lot of white. I think those

2. Stunning Sequins Flappers are to thank for the use of 20th century metal wear. The word sequin is derived from the Arabic Sikka, which stands for “coin.” Sewing gold and other precious metals onto clothing became multifunctional during this time, often serving as a status symbol. These round disks became all the rage on garments in the

1. Bold Brights Color has such a significance in the history of fashion and has always been closely related to cultural traditions and social class. Bold hues were often considered in high regard because of their rarity and expense, but fortunately, the discovery of

palette mixing has made this trend more affordable. Junior communication studies major Danielle Diramarian is working hard to make the transition between winter and spring fashion easier, stating, “I love mixing cozy sweaters and bold leather jackets.” This spring is bound to be a bright one following the looks on this catwalk. From New York to Milan to Paris, we saw vibrant shades iconicized by Stella McCartney, Christopher Kane and Roksanda Ilincic. Try pairing the vibrant pinks, reds and yellows with toned down neutral shades to make these looks more wearable. This is the opinion of Ciara Freeman, a sophomore communications studies major from Virginia Beach, Virginia. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments to chutchinson@theloyolan.com.

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The Oscars’ identity crisis and how to fix it Just Jacob

Jacob Cornblatt

Asst. Life+Arts Editor @jacobcornblatt

he 90th Academy Award ceremony premiered on March 4 to a record low number of households around the nation. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the over three-hour show paid homage to films of the past, celebrated films of the current and rejoiced about the direction in which the film industry is moving. 2017 as a whole was generally a weak year for film. There were standouts, of course — such as “On the Beach at Night Alone,” “Faces Places,” “Call Me By Your Name” and “A Ghost Story” — but the Best Picture lineup in particular was generic and forgettable. It was also a year of great controversy. Between the push for more diversity in film and the #MeToo/#Times Up movements, Hollywood was in the headlines year-round. Award shows were becoming places for people to speak out against the current political administration and the state of gender

inequality around the country. Unfortunately, none of this seemed to matter at the Oscars. Hollywood’s big night was everything but; the show managed to become exponentially less interesting with every passing second. Kimmel’s opening monologue was funny enough, and he created a hysterical competition for “Shortest Acceptance Speech” with the winner receiving a water ski, but his humor didn’t last long. His jokes missed more often than they hit, and his water ski trophy didn’t seem to interest any of award winners. Despite the push to keep the show short, it somehow lasted more than three hours. “Besides a few funny moments,” Cormac Dolezal, a freshman film production major, said, “It was dry and long.” Why must it be so long? That is the question the few viewers who actually sat down to watch asked themselves. I’d say that there are approximately a million and a half ways the show can be shortened. For one thing, cut all of the musical performances. Over 30 minutes of the show are spent on one of the night’s least interesting categories: Best Original Song. The Oscars are not the Grammys —

there should not be such an intense focus on music. The performances are often the least memorable parts of the show, and it always seems like the in-person audience is completely uninterested. Cut it. The next problem is the overreliance on video content. This year, there were clip shows that prefaced some of the categories, and in other years, there have been short comedy sketches. This is unnecessary and, again, forgettable. Nobody walks out of the Academy Awards saying, “Remember that hysterical bit when Jimmy Kimmel went on a date with the creature from ‘The Shape of Water’?” Instead, they leave saying, “Can you believe that ‘The Shape of Water’ won Best Picture?” This leads into a discussion of the greater problem: who the show is aiming to please. If we’re being honest with ourselves, we can admit that most people aren’t interested in the movies that the Oscars celebrate; in fact, based on declining box office numbers, it’s safe to assume that not many people are even seeing them at all. So, with that in mind, let me pose another question: why are the Academy Awards attempting

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Even late night superstar Jimmy Kimmel couldn’t save the Oscars this year. to market themselves to people who don’t care about the films that they ever-so-seriously worship? The show seems more focused on appealing to the layperson than the moviegoers who support it. I don’t want to sound like the latter group is socially superior, but they are undoubtedly the group that the ceremony needs to sustain for the little credibility it currently has. The people who see the movies don’t want to see the musical numbers. They don’t want to see the comedy skits. They don’t want to see the robots of “Star Wars”

make fools of themselves on stage. They want to see celebrities in fancy outfits accept awards that studios paid for them to receive and hear their acceptance speeches. In short, strip the show down to bare bones. Let the excitement of the evening be the anticipation of what film will win Best Picture. Do us a favor, AMPAS: let your awards stand for themselves. This is the opinion of Jacob Cornblatt, a freshman film production major from Gaithersburg, Maryland. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments to chutchinson@theloyolan.com.

#MeToo sweeps the book publishing industry Always Ally Ally Boulas

Life+Arts Intern @LALoyolan

ollowing the recent trend of the #Me Too movement, the children’s book publishing industry was rocked by allegations of sexual harassment in February of this year after the publication of a survey by author Anne Ursu of 90 alleged victims of harassment in the industry. Ursu’s survey — published on Feb. 7 on the website Medium — remained anonymous, as the author claimed in her piece that she “wanted the focus to be on the stories themselves.” Nameless victims used Ursu as a vessel to detail their encounters of alleged harassment in the cubicles of literary agencies, various writing conferences and even the editorial offices of the Big 5 publishers (Hachette, HarperCollins, Penguin Random House, Macmillan and Simon & Schuster). While some of the professionals surveyed detailed supposed assault and physical harassment, others recounted passing crude remarks or suggestive comments — all of which, according to Ursu, are worth examination. “These are the sort of events we’re told to brush off — they’re jokes, they’re flattering, no big deal,” Ursu wrote. “But when you believe you are a professional and someone informs you they see you as a sex object, it can shatter your sense of self and your sense of safety.” The anonymity that Ursu fostered, however, did not last. As soon as her article was published, industry professionals flocked to comment sections to break their silence. Hundreds of comments were posted on an article from Jan. 3 published by School Library Journal, which covered the resignation of two esteemed publishing professionals in the wake of allegations of misconduct. Scores of people flooded the section with their own stories of harassment, many disclosing that they were among the 90 surveyed by Ursu, and the article

received a new wave of attention. Its comment section morphed from a place to express opinions or feedback into a platform for alleged victims to dismantle the system of power that they claimed had failed them. Many used the hashtag #MeToo in both their posts and their usernames, in reference to the movement that swept the entertainment industry in October of last year to encourage victims of sexual harassment and assault to name the Hollywood executives that allegedly violated them. And, like the entertainment industry’s

Twitter on Feb. 15, where he admitted to potential harassment but insisted that any harm was unintentional. “I believe all victims must be heard, and I’m committed to listening to them,” his statement reads. But what does all of this mean for the literary community, after the action is taken and the dust settles? Olivia Sikora, a junior theatre arts and English double major who has dreams of being published herself one day, now views the industry with trepidation. “Publishing and writing obviously go hand in hand,” Sikora said. “So, for me,

“Solidarity is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal.” -Anne Ursu

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Author Anne Ursu’s (pictured above) survey and report on sexual harassment towards women led to the #MeToo movement sweeping the publishing industry. #MeToo movement, the chorus of voices speaking out against alleged harassers has enacted change from the highest levels of children’s publishing. Jay Asher, the bestselling author of the novel “13 Reasons Why,” was the subject of numerous allegations — especially shocking when considering the prevalence of sexual assault in his most popular novel. Asher has since been barred from the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and dropped by his literary agent, Laura Rennert. Asher denies any wrongdoing, however, and told Buzzfeed News that he left SCBWI on his own accord. Another celebrated young adult author has been dropped by his agent in the wake of these accusations: James Dashner, the author of the best-selling “Maze Runner” series. Dashner issued an apology via

it’s terrifying to think that one day my dream of being a published writer might be turned into a nightmare because of the horrific actions of another person.” The exposure of the dark underbelly of an industry that produced the books that shaped a generation — “Harry Potter,” “The Hunger Games” and even “A Series of Unfortunate Events” — is jarring. Reconciling the art with the artist — and the reality of the children’s publishing industry with a desire to still become a part of it — was an issue raised in comment sections once the allegations surfaced, and one that Sikora struggles with. “It’s almost off-putting for an aspiring writer like myself to potentially be in an industry like this,” said Sikora. “It definitely paints publishing in a negative light.” The problem is systemic, Ursu

suggests and hidden by the squeaky clean appearance of children’s publishing. “We work in children’s books, and we like to think we are different, somehow. We value kindness,” Ursu wrote in her piece. “But we aren’t different, and before we can do anything about sexual harassment, we need to face that reality. And the reality is that a culture of ‘kindness’ can silence people who have been harassed, that women can be complicit in a culture of sexual harassment and gender discrimination and that the people who we work alongside, whose books we care about, who we like, can be sexual harassers.” Sikora remained cautiously optimistic about the future of the industry she hopes to be a part of one day, crediting #MeToo with encouraging action and lasting change. “I think it would give me more hope if things like this stop happening, but of course, that would be in a perfect world. I think the #MeToo movement is having a positive impact on the entertainment industries,” said Sikora. “Solidarity is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal.” Ursu had ideas about how to bring about the perfect publishing world that Sikora dreams of – honoring the individuals that were brave enough to come to her with their own accounts of harassment, and focusing on them, not the accused. “If we put people’s safety and basic humanity first, then we can do that work. We can move past a culture that teaches us to diminish sexual harassment and gaslight and further isolate the harassed,” Ursu wrote. “It’s not a solution. But it’s a start.” Only time will tell if the change Ursu promoted will forever alter the publishing industry for hopeful authors like Sikora, but the alleged victims of Asher, Dashner, Alexie and Handler have spoken up and the people in power have listened, and like Ursu wrote — it’s a start. To read the full article, visit laloyolan.com/ life_and_arts This is the opinion of Alexandra Boulas, a junior theatre arts major from Sacramento, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email comments to chutchinson@theloyolan.com.

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Young Lions must use talent to develop others All-Star from Page 20

Eli Scott electrified the offense, scoring 28 and 19 points respectively. Batemon and Scott are two of the best players on the roster. They are everywhere on the court, and on the stat sheets. Batemon is one of the best players in the WCC, ranking fourth in scoring (17.8 PPG), fifteenth in field goal percentage (.476), fifth in assists (4.7 APG), tenth in free throw percentage (.801) and seventh in steals (1.2 SPG). He is the do-it-all ball handling guard LMU needs to be a contender in the conference. Scott is another shining young star for the Lions, ranking fourteenth in the WCC in scoring (12.6 PPG), sixth in overall rebounds (7.3 RPG), first in offensive rebound (2.9 ORPG) and eleventh in defensive rebounds (4.5 DRPG). The rebounding from Scott often creates second chance points for the Lions. Even with these shining players ranking at the top of the conference in many categories, the team is still stranded in the lower echelon. Out of the 21 team categories, LMU is in the bottom half in 14 categories. On defense, even with McClendon, the Lions still gave up the second most points in the conference. They also allow their opponents

to shoot nearly 50 percent from the field, the second worst in the conference. They have the third worst 3-point defense, allowing their opponents to make 38 percent of their threes. Even with seven-foot center sophomore Mattias Markusson, the Lions still have no presence in the paint, recording the second lowest blocks in the conference. On the boards, even with Scott, they still are the worst in the conference in defensive rebounds and rebound percentage. The lack of presence on the boards allows teams to get easy buckets on second chance points. And even with one of the best guards in the conference, the Lions still have the third worst assist/ turnover ratio in the conference. The Lions have some of the best players in the conference, however they still have to come together as a team to make the talent gap smaller. It’s nice to have good players, but those players get tired. When they do, it’s up to others to step up and be able to fill in for them. The best team in the nation right now isn’t a big school — such as the University of Kentucky, where half of their players get drafted in the first round — it’s the Cavaliers of the University of Virginia. None of their players are predicted to be drafted in the first round, but yet they are still the favorite to

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Redshirt junior guard James Batemon shined in his first season for LMU. Batemon will need to use his individual talent to help his teammates to have a successful season next year.

win the NCAA Tournament. They gained this recognition by playing as a team — that’s what LMU needs to do. You can have good individuals on a team and you can win some

games on the backs of those players, but you will go nowhere if a team cannot work together. The legendary coach Phil Jackson once said, “the strength of the team is each individual member.

The strength of each member is the team.” This is the opinion of Matthew Rodriguez, a junior political science major from Milpitas, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan, or email mrodriguez@theloyolan.com.

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Women’s basketball exceeds expectations Gettin’ Bizzy

Izzy Berrent

Asst. Sports Editor @LALoyolan

inishing with an 11-7 conference record, and a 19-11 overall record, LMU’s women’s basketball team concluded their 2017-2018 season in the fourth place spot, outperforming their 2016-2017 record (9-9 WCC, 11-14) and fifthplace preseason ranking. Overall, the team has shown strength and improvement from last season in a majority of statistical categories. Last season, the team managed 68.3 points per game (PPG), whereas this season they increased to 69.4. This scoring boost was led by junior guard/forward Cheyanne Wallace, redshirt junior guard and University of California, Berkeley transfer Gabby Green and sophomore center Raychel Stanley, who averaged 13.5, 13 and 8.6 PPG, respectively. Senior guard Makenzie Cast also showed strength during her final season with 8.3 PPG, becoming the Lion’s fourth highest scorer, behind Stanley. Cast held the team’s top spot for 3-point shots made, shooting

.353 from the 3-point range, and making a total of 60 successful 3-pointers throughout the season. As a whole, the team allowed their opponents to score only 65.3 PPG, which can also be attributed to Green and Stanley, as well as junior guard Andee Velasco.

.586 field goal percentage, the top for the team, 3.7 rebounds per game and 0.3 blocks per game. Velasco had the second most assists — 82 total, 3.9 per game — with 2.5 defensive rebounds per game, and had a respectable .753 free throw percentage.

defensive boards per game, with an 8.7 mean and 252 overall. LMU also managed to make more steals and block more shots than their opponents. In steals, the Lions averaged 9.3 per game, whereas their opponents had a 7.6 average. The Lions blocked

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Redshirt senior guard Gabby Green shoots a free throw. The Lions struggled from the line this season, shooting 68 percent. On top of being the second highest scorer per game for the team, Green claims the top spot in overall scoring (378 overall, 13 PPG), assists (136 overall, 4.7 per game), steals (93 overall, 3.2 per game), blocks (36 overall, 1.2 per game) and minutes played (33 minutes per game). Stanley, in addition to having a high scoring average, held a

The Lions were able to outperform their opponents in rebounds — arguably the most important category for success in games — by a slim 1.8 margin, averaging 39.9 boards per game and totaling 1,198 rebounds, whereas their opponents totalled 1,142. Redshirt junior forward Bree Alford claimed the top spot for most offensive and

3.8 shots per game, compared to their opponents 3.1 mean. Overall, the team did struggle in multiple categories, most importantly free-throws. Freethrows, essentially, should be easy points for a team in order to boost their overall score and win. The Lions, however, had difficulty sinking their shots. In the 20162017 season, the team had a .688

free throw percentage, but this year they decreased it to .628, missing their free throw attempts almost 40 percent of the time. Despite her strength in many statistical categories, Green was one of many who struggled at the free-throw line, and also gave away the most turnovers per game of the team. With a .519 free throw percentage, meaning she only sank her foul shots about 50 percent of the time, Green shows need for improvement in this category. Cast holds the highest percentage — a strong .818 — from the free throw line. Taking into consideration Green’s position as guard and time spent on the court per game, however, it is understandable that she would give up the most turnovers (71 overall, 2.4 per game). As a whole, despite several areas that could use improvement, the team played a strong season. Their ability to boost their scoring average, and push their opponents down, on top of their average number of rebounds shows the team’s potential for the next season. This is the opinion of Izzy Berrent, a freshman marketing major from Los Angeles, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan, or email mrodriguez@ theloyolan.com.

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He did not play much during his first seasons and received 20 minutes a game during the next two. He shined during his senior year and won the NACB Division II Player of the Year award. After finishing his time at Metro State, Worthington signed with the Sydney Kings of the National Basketball League in Australia. He excelled his first year, winning the NBL Rookie of the Year award in 2005-2006. He went on to play 11 successful seasons professionally before retiring at the end of the 20162017 season. Over his career, he started in every game except for two. “If I didn’t have the lessons from Coach Dunlap at Metro, I wouldn’t have been able to sustain [my level of play] for a long period of time,” said Worthington. In 2013, he was honored as one of the best to ever play for the Sydney Kings, by being named to their 25th Anniversary team. Worthington also played for the Australian national team on several occasions. He made appearances in the 2008 and 2012 summer Olympics, and the 2006 and 2010 FIBA World Championship. He related the demeanor of the national team to that of the LMU basketball team. “We always had that never quit attitude,” said Worthington. “Very similar to what I’m seeing with the kids on our team here at LMU. No matter what happens, they stick together.”

After retiring from his playing career, Worthington picked up the phone and called Coach Dunlap. He said he wanted to come back to the United States and pursue a career in coaching. “[Dunlap] has given me a lot of time to develop,” said Worthington. “Learning from him is pretty special, especially that we’re now 17 years into knowing each other.” While part of his goals at LMU include sharing his wisdom with the players to help elevate their game, he is also working hard to better himself. He’s currently studying to earn his master’s degree in leadership and administration. Those two options stuck out to him because being a leader is something he’s used to, especially after being the captain of many different teams. Worthington is also aware of the importance of administration in sports. “They’re both important for my development, and to give myself options moving forward,” he said. His dream end goal, after his coaching days, is to be a general manager in the NBA. For now, Worthington is enjoying the development process of being a coach. He is grateful for the opportunity Coach Dunlap has given him. “I can’t thank him enough,” said Worthington. “I love L.A. LMU has been really good to me and I’m happy to be here.”

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Former NBL star comes up from down under Worthington goes from professional basketball player to coach. Jermaine Johnson II Sports Intern @LALoyolan

Australia is no stranger to the game of basketball. NBA rookie sensation Ben Simmons and NBA champion Patty Mills are two Australian players who are thriving in the world’s most prominent basketball league. Now retired Australian basketball star, Mark Worthington, has brought his coaching talents to LMU. The 2017-2018 season marked Worthington’s first season as a graduate assistant coach for the men’s basketball team. The game of basketball is something that he has been around since he was a child. Born and raised in the small country town of Bunbury, Australia, Worthington was introduced to basketball by his parents, who both played the game. He deems himself a mixture of his father’s basketball talent with his mom’s go-getter attitude. His father, Greg, coached semi-professional basketball in Australia. In 2001, Worthington made his way to the United States, as

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Mark Worthington, former Rookie of the Year in the National Basketball League (NBL) with the Sydney Kings, joined Coach Mike Dunlap in the 2017-2018 season as a graduate assistant coach, helping to develop players on the men's basketball team. he signed to play Division II college basketball at Metro State University of Denver. Moving to a different continent was not an easy thing to do for him. “It was a crazy ride going from a small country town [in Australia] to Denver and dealing with snow for the first time,” Worthington said. “A lot

of my life has been moving out of my comfort zone and doing different things.” The adjustment to basketball in a new place was also a challenge for him. “I realized that I had no idea how to play basketball,” he said. During his time at Metro State, Worthington was coached by current LMU basketball

Head Coach Mike Dunlap. They developed a good relationship, and he admired Dunlap’s coaching style. “He’s tough and strict, but a basketball mastermind,” Worthington said about Dunlap. “He understands how to build up throughout a season to get to the crescendo of it, [winning] a championship.”

During his four years, Worthington saw success with the team, as they won 87 percent of their games. In the Division II NCAA tournament, Metro State made a Sweet 16 appearance, two Elite Eight appearances and won a National Championship. See Worthington | Page 18

Men's basketball struggle to play as a team Matty Light Matt Rodriguez Sports Editor @LALoyolan

he men’s basketball season ended last Saturday in the quarterfinals of the West Coast Conference (WCC) Tournament. The Lions fell 8369 to the winners of the tournament, Gonzaga University. They ended their season with a 5-13 record in the WCC. The team also recorded an 11-20 overall record, the second worst overall in the Dunlap era. But the record does not tell the entire story. The young Lions had many talented players on their team but lacked the quality brings a team together: chemistry. In an interview at the beginning of the season, Head Coach Mike Dunlap said that this team was different from his previous teams due to the youth of the roster. At the beginning of the year, the Lions were picked to be last in WCC; not because they lacked the talent, but because they had a completely new roster. Out of the 14 men on the roster, seven were new to the team, five of whom were freshman. The Lions lost four of their five starters from the previous year. With the change of personnel, the Lions did all they could to foster the chemistry as fast as possible, but it could not all happen in one season.

The Lions have talent both on defense and offense. In some instances, they have shown their talent by keeping it close with good teams and pulling off an occasional upset. They really showed their talent against one of the best teams in the conference, Brigham Young University (BYU). Earlier in the season, the Lions allowed the Cougars’ shooters, junior guard Elijah Bryant and sophomore TJ Haws, to reign free and score 21 points from beyond the arc. In the second meeting, the Lions adjusted and locked down all of their shooters, forcing the Cougars to shoot 20.8 percent from beyond the arc, and keeping Bryant and Haws to only 12 points from beyond the arc. The Lions’ defense recorded 14 steals compared to the Cougars’ four. Junior guard Jeffery McClendon led the game in steals with a total of four. Although McClendon is not much of an offensive threat, he is one of the best defenders in the league. McClendon recorded 64 steals this season — 16 more than the next highest. One of the six returners, McClendon has consistently improved his defense every year with a huge jump this year, recording only 22 steals last year. In addition to their defense, the Lions’ offense showed the level of efficiency they can play at. Junior guard James Batemon and freshman forward

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The men's basketball team ended with an 11-20 record in the 2017-2018 season, the second worst during Dunlap's time. Though they had talent on the team, they struggled to play together.