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Students encouraged to utilize mental health resources offered on campus The University offers various on-campus resources that provide service and help to students in need. Julia Sacco News Editor

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Its no secret that college students are under constant pressure, making it a challenge for them to stay mentally healthy. While many students across the country report having mental illnesses, few take advantage to the resources available to them, even at LMU. LMU’s Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Affairs Jeanne Ortiz explained that while there are a number of factors that tie into the prevalence of mental health issues on college campuses, one of the primary issues is that college students are under an incredible amount of stress. Ortiz also attributed mental health issues on campuses to the lack of support systems students might have had growing up. “College is a place where a new set of support systems needs to be developed in order to be successful,” Ortiz said. At LMU, there are a variety of different resources available to students who may be in need of a support system on campus. When a student is in need of assistance for a mental health crisis of any degree, he or she can find this support through multiple outlets,

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25 years later: LMU Students petition to remembers Gathers end Sodexo contract Over 600 students have signed an online petition to have Sodexo removed from LMU. Anna Sugiura

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Today, March 4 marks the 25th anniversary of the tragic passing of LMU basketball legend Hank Gathers, who collapsed on the court during a game in Gersten Pavilion. Above, Gathers hugs his mother, Lucille. Check out page 17 for more photos, and look in next week’s print issue for more on Gathers.

Reports of food poisoning and mistreatment of workers has some students vying for the termination of Sodexo’s contract with LMU. An online petition has collected over 600 signatures with hundreds of comments from students, parents, staff and faculty wanting change. The petition, found on Change.org, states students have a “right to healthy and consistently edible food.” The petition also questions LMU’s Jesuit model of cura personalis, or care for the whole person, by denying students from accessing comestible meals. Freshman English major Katie Schembri created the petition. As the RHA president of Del Rey North Hall, she felt compelled as a leader to do something so students can voice their opinions on dining services because it affects them directly. “I had a duty to get answers and make sure student input was being taken into account,” said Schembri. “This petition isn’t saying that LMU students don’t want Sodexo, rather, this petition is saying that a contract should not be drafted until these concerns are considered and

included in the new contract.” With a $200 increase in meal plans, students are displeased with Sodexo’s lack of transparency in the way they communicate their decisions and reports. Concerns and questions have been arising regarding the reasons for the increase in cost, where Sodexo gets their produce and ingredients and if their employees are properly trained to meet health protocols. Freshman theatere arts and dance double major Tatum Moore, who signed the petition said, “I would rather not be concerned that my chicken isn’t cooked or is unsafely prepared … If there is a student with a dietary restriction who gets sick from the way the Sodexo employees handle the food, there could be a major lawsuit on their hands.” In response to the petition, Jason Adams, Sodexo’s District Manager, explained that he feels it is important for students to provide feedback, however, he disagrees with the petition. “Sodexo is aware of the Change.org petition regarding our contract with Loyola Marymount University, but we certainly don’t agree with the way it characterizes our partnership or the positive impact we’ve had on campus,” Adams said. “Sodexo is proud of our 40-year partnership with LMU and the high level of service we bring to campus. We serve delicious and nutritious meals that reflect new culinary trends and the See Sodexo | Page 3

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including Student Psychological Services (SPS), the Department of Public Safety (DPS), Student Affairs and the Office of Student Housing. One of the main resources for mental health on campus is SPS. According to the University website, SPS is completely free and confidential. It provides individual and group therapy, walk-in consultations, emergency psychological services and psycho-educational outreach programming. SPS also offers psychological consultation to students, faculty, staff or parents who are concerned about a student. While most students are aware of the services they provide, many have a false understanding of SPS and what qualifies as a reason to go. “Students are welcome to come to SPS for any problem that is causing them emotional distress, whether big or small. Some of the most common issues we see at SPS are anxiety and depression, but we also frequently see students who are struggling with problems related to academics, relationships, or substance use,” SPS psychologist Rebecca Rutchick said. “Some students report feeling better after meeting with a psychologist for a one-time consultation, while others benefit from ongoing individual or group therapy.” Just as in society, there is stigma on college campuses associated

with getting help for mental illnesses, according to Ruthnick. The negative connotations that come with getting treatment for mental illnesses or emergencies stem from many societal factors; however, the resources at LMU reiterate the importance of seeking help. “Some college students may be reluctant to seek services at SPS for a number of reasons, many of which are influenced by societal or cultural beliefs and misconceptions about therapy,” Rutchick said. “For example, students may incorrectly assume that they need to suffer from a serious mental illness in order to see a psychologist, or they may fear that they will be viewed as ‘weak’ or ‘crazy’ for being in therapy.” SPS recognizes that every college student struggles with some degree of a mental health issue, and whether it is stressful situations or emotional problems, there is a way to help. “College students face difficult decisions related to drugs and alcohol and often struggle with eating and body image issues. It is also a time when many students are first expected to play a more active role in managing their own academic demands, finances and time,” Rutchick said. “Given all of this, it is not surprising that many students struggle with mental health issues. The way that a student responds to these difficulties can have an im-

pact on their future well-being, so it’s important that they learn how to cope in healthy ways.” DPS, whose role in the mental health safety of the students primarily entails responding to emergency situations and assisting students in need. “If there is an incident in progress that comes to our attention, we respond and assist, and it evolves from there,” Asst. DPS Chief Patricia Coffelt said. Students can go to DPS, and DPS may also reach out to students to help assess mental health situations and provide recommendations to go get assistance before they jeopardize their own or someone else’s safety. Just like all mental health issues, there are a variety of different reasons to seek help from DPS. “We come into contact with students with a number of issues where they may be under stress or whether it is the fact that they have been burglarized and they fear for their safety,” DPS Chief Hampton Cantrell said. “Most times we will make a referral to SPS. We have a great relationship with SPS and especially with the resident housing directors.” The Dean of Students office is another resource that students may not be aware they can turn to when struggling with a mental health emergency, or when trying to find help for someone else who may be struggling. Its newest approach

to providing services to students in need is a “community of care” model. “I think if you go back to what is important to us as an institution: being men and women for others, is inherently showing an ethic of care for other people,” Ortiz said. “In this ‘community of care’ approach what we are trying to do is go out into the community, this year primarily with faculty and staff, and help them recognize behaviors that may indicate that a student is in some level of distress and to give them tools to talk to the student and to also refer the student to the resources on campus, or to make the Student Affairs Deans Office aware so that we can follow up with the student.” “When the Student Affairs Dean’s Office is made aware that there is a concern, we usually work with the person who alerted us about the concern to find the best way to engage the student in addressing the concern,” said Ortiz. “I never want the student to feel like somebody ratted out on them. Its really important that we develop an individual approach to every concern that is addressed to us on a case by case basis.” Student Housing Services, which works closely with SPS and DPS, is also of help to students who notice unusual behaviors in others. Resources such as the Resident Directors or Resident Advisors are avail-

able to help students with issues such as attending class or maintaining normal activities. “Student Housing shares information with residents about workshops, services, and other opportunities at SPS. The residence halls have educational bulletin boards related to these topics,” Director of Student Housing Steve Nygaard said. In all of these resources, the main focus is to prioritize student’s safety and health. “We consider ourselves a hightouch university. There are a lot of areas where care for the student really is the focus,” Cantrell said.

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This Thisissue, issue,Managing Editor in Editor Dan Raffety Chief Ali Swenson sits sits down withwith Head down Coach Max Good, Outgoing Editor head coach of the Zaneta in Chief LMU’s men’s basketball Pereira. team to talk about the upcoming season.

The Board of Trustees approves tuition increase Starting next year, tuition will increase by 2.94 percent. Michael Busse Executive Editor @mrbusse

How long have you been working at the Loyolan, and what are all the positions that you held?

I started working at the Loyolan in the fall of my freshman year, in October, so I’ve worked at the Loyolan for pretty much four years with the exception of the one semester I studied abroad. And I was centennial intern, assistant news, news editor, managing editor and then EIC.

Students at LMU will pay nearly 3 percent more in tuition fees next year, according to an email sent by University President David W. Burcham Tuesday morning. The Board of Trustees approved a tuition increase of 2.94 percent as part of the budget for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. The budget also in-

cludes a 1.5 percent increase in fees for on-campus housing. Relative to other private and Jesuit universities, however, LMU is increasing costs at a rate lower than the national average, according to Burcham’s email. This has been the case in the last several years. “I am mindful that your commitment to LMU creates a substantial financial hurdle for many of you,” Burcham wrote. He went on to note that although the costs are increasing, LMU “has continued to focus on improving on the already high-quality academic experience you receive here.” Raising tuition and housing fees will allow the Board

of Trustees to cover the costs associated with the new Life Sciences Building and increase the money allotted for student work, among other things. Fundraising efforts and reprioritized spending in many departments also play a part in the approved budget. As noted in the Loyolan’s article “LMU receives record number of applicants,” the increase in tuition is the smallest since 2010, when the University raised fees by 2.9 percent. In recent years, the cost for tuition has increased as much as 3.52 percent. On-campus housing, on the other hand, will see an increase twice the amount seen in both 2013 and 2014.

As Editor in Chief, what was your proudest moment?

I think First Amendment Week. It was something that I was really nervous about, because running the editorial side of the paper, I had lots of experience with that. I’d worked extensively in the news section and then as managing editor, I had a really good idea of what the other sections did, too, InDesign and all that, but I had no knowledge of what went into planning First Amendment Week or any of the processes that go into making that successful. I was just really, really proud of how it turned out this year. We had two really good speakers, we covered a range of topics and people engaged with it in a really positive way.

What was the hardest thing about the position?

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The Loyolan prides itself on being a fun and friendly office. What was the funniest thing that ever happened at work during your tenure?

I think there’s like a staff legend about karaoke now. We’ve done it multiple times and every time there’s someone who has a great time and puts on quite a show, and I think there are now legends in this office – karaoke legends – that we’re not going to forget lightly.

How are you feeling as you transition out of being EIC?

Right now, it’s a giant relief. Yeah, it’s a long time to hold a position, especially because the way we do transition means that even though you don’t take over until February, you’re doing a lot of work in the two months leading up to it, so it’s over a year in the position, it feels like. So yeah, I am enjoying having some perspective on the job and thinking about all of the incredible opportunities it offered me, but at the same time I’m really glad to be moving forward and on to my life and looking forward to what’s next for me after graduation.

What are your plans for post-graduation?

I am going to be studying at Cambridge and pursuing my Master’s in psychology. It’s a research degree and I’m really excited about the original research I’m going to be doing out there.

The outgoing EIC has some authority still, so what do you think … was The Dress blue and black or white and gold?

It was blue and black.

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student body’s desire to have a broad selection of dining options that is at once both comforting and creative. We support the mission of the University by contributing to environmental and social responsibility initiatives and supporting the local community and its economy in many ways.” Whether or not LMU or Sodexo will consider the petition is still unclear. However, it is apparent that the LMU community is urging for change in the way the University provides and

handles their dining services. The petition has created dialogue about the necessity for students and employees to not only voice their opinions, but have their voices heard. Adams explained that, Sodexo hopes to work with the students in the future to resolve these types of complaints. “I truly feel that by collaborating closely with students we can continue to make LMU Hospitality a nationally-recognized dining program,” Adams said.

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dent Union (BSU), and the Latino Student Union (LSU). The event will take place in the UHALL Atrium by Roskis on Saturday March 14th from 8p.m. to midnight. It is a semi-formal event and presale tickets are $10, which can be bought at convo. All of the money will be donated to the American Red Cross.

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Suspended members of Phi Delta Theta take issue with national investigation Twenty-six members of Phi Delta Theta have been individually suspended by nationals. Ali Swenson Editor in Chief @AliSwenson

While Phi Delta Theta’s national office has taken LMU’s colony off of suspension, 26 of the colony’s members are suspended pending expulsion from the fraternity as of last Thursday, according to Sean Wagner, associate executive vice president at Phi Delta Theta General Headquarters. Several of the suspended members have spoken out about their frustration and disappointment with the national organization’s investigation process and its results. The Phi Delta Theta General Headquarters officially changed the colony’s suspension status to probation last Thursday, Feb. 26. On the same day, 26 members received email notice from the fraternity that they were individually suspended and “recommended … to be permanently removed by the General Council.” The email stated that suspended members “lose all rights, privileges and immunities of membership” for the duration of their suspension. The reason for every individual suspension, according to the email, was “conduct unworthy

of a Phi Delta Theta.” The email also stated that members were “suspended pending permanent removal from the colony” but were offered the chance to write a letter to the General Council expressing why they deserve to stay. “Procedurally these individuals are afforded due process,” said Wagner. “They are first suspended and given the opportunity to provide written representation prior to the fraternity’s governing board, [with] the General Council ruling on their permanent removal.” Despite the opportunity to write a letter defending themselves, some suspended members are irritated about the decision, claiming that they were not given a fair chance in the investigation. One suspended member, junior communication studies and political science double major Alex Torres, feels the investigation was slanted from the beginning. After the alleged hazing incident on Feb. 4 – what Torres claims was a few new members drinking at his off-campus house – a national investigation of the colony ensued. All Phi Delta Theta members were asked to fill out an online survey and take part in interviews with representatives from the national organization. “We were sent a questionnaire,” said Torres. “It went from a very general overview to, ‘Are you aware hazing took place?’ Before they even interviewed anyone they assumed

we were all guilty.” Sophomore applied information management systems major Ian Wiedenman, also a suspended member of Phi Delta Theta, echoed Torres, explaining the reasons behind his own discomfort with the questionnaire. “[It] was very biased,” said Wiedenman. “We focus a lot on brotherhood and the values that we push for, and it was absolutely absurd. They were basically asking us to throw each other under the bus.” Torres explained that he felt the interviews were biased as well. “We went into the interviews and we were basically told that we were guilty and they knew what we did. We never really got to fully tell our side of the story because they kept contradicting it from what they’d heard.” Contrary to Torres’ opinion, Wagner described the interview and investigation process as a specific protocol used by Phi Delta Theta nationally in policy violation cases. “Membership review [includes] a comprehensive investigation that may include but not be limited to the interview of chapter members, the review of chapter communications and discussion of the chapter’s activities with local constituents,” said Wagner. Assistant Director of Student Leadership and Development Dan Faill expressed that his experience working with the national organization dur-

ing the investigation, though limited, was a good one. “From a Greek life perspective, my interactions with the national staff were very positive,” said Faill. “The communication between the headquarters and LMU Greek Life was what we ... are looking for in a national partner.” Junior mechanical engineering major Victor Heinen, president of Phi Delta Theta, did not respond to a request for comment. As active Phi Delta Theta members – and suspended members – try to reconcile the situation, suspended members

remain unsatisfied with the results of the investigation. Sophomore marketing major Will Talcott voiced not only disappointment with the investigation, but also concern about the state of the colony’s brotherhood. “It’s pretty astounding how many people [the national office] thought didn’t deserve to be in this brotherhood,” said Talcott. “There’s no way that Phi Delta Theta can continue or become as great as it was without those people. So many people are just hurt and mad at each other at this point.”

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TOMODACHI Program ASLMU election students to visit from Japan process to begin Twenty-six Japanese students from Sophia University will visit LMU. Amanda Lopez

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This past summer, 23 LMU students had the opportunity to visit Japan for 10 days through the TOMODACHI Inouye Scholars (TIS) Program. On March 8, LMU will welcome 26 students from Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan, who will be visiting the United States through the TOMODACHI program as well. According to the U.S.-Japan Council website, “The [TIS] program was started in honor of the late U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye of Hawaii, who believed that the relationship between the United States and Japan was the most important bilateral relationship in the world. ... The program aims to broaden the perspectives of global leaders who will carry the future of U.S.-Japan exchange.” Dr. Curtiss Takada Rooks, an associate dean of the Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts wrote and applied for the grant that allowed LMU to take part in the experience. Rooks shared how LMU decided to partner with Sophia University. “The TOMODACHI Inouye

Scholars Program was designed for LMU to partner with a university in Japan. We chose Sophia University because of our shared Jesuit roots and foundation and our long standing student exchange program,” he said. “This partnership facilitated our visit last summer to Sophia University where they hosted the LMU TIS in cultural activities and scholarly discussions of the U.S. Civil Rights Movement.” During their time in Japan, LMU students engaged in experiences that were culturally enriching, with a focus on leadership. The LMU TOMODACHI Scholars also had the opportunity to meet with professors, diet (government) leaders and even a Hiroshima survivor. In order to provide the Japanese students from Sophia University with an experience as memorable as theirs, the LMU TOMODACHI scholars and Ethnic and Intercultural Services (EIS) have several events planned. The Japanese students will arrive on Sunday, March 8, when there will be a welcoming ceremony. That night, LMU TIS will accompany the students to the beach, where they plan to bond over a barbeque and bonfire. In order to give the Japanese students a sense of what living in Los Angeles is like, the LMU TIS will take the Japanese students on a trip to The Grove shopping center on Monday, March 9.

On Tuesday, March 10, there will be a breakfast welcome in William H. Hannon Library. During this time, the students will also get the chance to visit the TOMODACHI exhibit on the third floor of the library, which showcases the experiences of the students who visited Japan last summer. Following the breakfast and exhibit visit, Sophia TIS will attend classes with LMU TIS, which will allow the Japanese students to get a sense of what American education is like. At Convo, there will be a Unity Lunch at Alumni Mall, featuring cultural performances and exhibits from different organizations on campus. Later that night, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., will be the closing ceremony in Roski Dining Room. Junior marketing major Josh Mayfield, who was one of the TOMODACHI Inouye Scholars last summer, is excited to provide the Japanese students with an enriching experience. “I am most excited to host these students and show them great hospitality and welcome them how they did to us, because they really helped us feel welcome and they really helped us enjoy Japan. We learned a lot about their culture and a lot about their experiences and their life through the visit and I just hope we can provide the same kind of welcome.”

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The ASLMU election team encourages students to vote on the candidates. Carly Barnhill Managing Editor @carlyabarn

ASLMU elections are right around the corner, and students who are running for positions will begin campaigning next week. Nineteen students are running for nine available senate positions, and three president and vice president tickets are running for one president and vice president position. Last year, 52 percent of the LMU student body voted in the ASLMU elections, and this year the ASLMU elections team hopes for a higher voter turnout to break the record, according to junior English major and ASLMU Elections chair Josie Sample and Student Affairs Associate and ASLMU elections adviser Briana Maturi. “The student body is given the power to vote for the candidates they feel will serve as a positive influence on campus,” said Sample. “Every vote counts.” According to Maturi, students will vote on their top nine choices for the senate positions, and those who obtain the popular vote will win the positions. Maturi added that for president and vice president, voting students will compose a ranking of their choices due to the fact that the winning ticket must win by over 50 percent of the total vote. “Using a ranking system allows every vote to count without having to resort to a second voting period,” Maturi said. Next week is an important week for candidates, as the senate candidates will

participate in a debate at Regents Terrace on Tuesday, March 10 at Convo, and the presidential candidates will participate in a debate in Lawton Plaza on Thursday, March 12 at Convo. These debates are open for all students to attend. According to Sample, the debates will give students the chance to ask questions about the candidates’ platforms and hear more about why they want to be elected into their respective positions. Sample noted that all of the elected ASLMU officers are responsible for representing the entire undergraduate student body and recognizing their best interest and needs through various measures. “Overall, these leaders serve as the voice of the LMU student body,” Sample said. Maturi noted that in order to run for an ASLMU position, full-time students must be in satisfactory standing academically and judicially. Sample added that although the deadline has already passed to file for candidacy this year, there will be various opportunities for students in the upcoming year to get involved. “As an ASLMU member, you have the ability to make a change on campus, meet people and become a leader,” Sample said. “Being a member of ASLMU means serving as a voice for your peers on campus. You get to represent the issues most salient to the student body and shape what’s happening on campus.” “Your Vote, Your Voice. Be Heard,” is the slogan for this year’s ASLMU election, and the elections team strongly encourages students to vote and have their voices heard. Students can vote between 9 a.m. on March 17 and 5 p.m. on March 19. The results will be announced at 8 p.m. on March 19.

Take Back the Night Tonight, March 4 at 8 p.m. in Burns Back Court is Take Back the Night, part of Sigma Chi’s week-long Derby Days philanthropy event. The evening will consist of speeches and stories filled with information about the organizations and philanthropies that Sigma Chi supports. The fraternity will be joined by the Santa Monica-UCLA Rape Treatment Center in addition to Herbert and Lucy Darling and staff from Student Psychological Services (SPS). After the speeches, the event will continue through Alumni Mall by way of candlelight where the attendees will take part in a prayer and self-reflection.

PRSSA Conference This Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. is the third annual LMU Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) One-Day conference in U-Hall. The event will give students a chance to network and learn from PR, marketing and communications professionals through various breakout sessions, keynote speeches and panel sessions. The sessions will cover a variety of topics such as interviewing, critical thinking and working with peers and colleagues, and the sessions will be led by executives from Taco Bell, Time Warner Cable, L.A. Opera, General Motors, Shell Oil Co., Allison + Partners, The LAGRANT Foundation and various other companies. Admission is $25 for PRSSA members and $35 for non PRSSA members.

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Michael Busse Executive Editor

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his past Sunday evening, a sergeant and 39-year-old man, who went by the nickname two Los Angeles Police Department “Africa,” reportedly “reached for a probationary (LAPD) officers fatally shot a homeless officer’s holstered pistol, prompting police to man on Skid Row. With another officer-involved open fire,” according to coverage in the Los shooting in the headlines and viral footage of the Angeles Times. altercation sweeping the Internet, many people Reported details are changing quickly. At in this country are likely thinking the same various points since Sunday, news sources said thing: Here we go again. the deceased man was a veteran, but they have America is in an agitated state when it comes recanted; it was also widely reported the man to officer-involved shootings, and it has every was French citizen Charley Saturmin Robinet, right to be. With incidents like the August but that was not true either. This early in the shooting of an unarmed black man by a white investigation, it is crucial to be careful which police officer in Ferguson, Missouri in the news reports you believe. recently, it makes sense that While release of full citizens would be reluctant to information is pending, it is Despite the freshness of important to recognize this give police officers the benefit Ferguson in our minds, it is investigation will have a of the doubt. Weary of police brutality, important to consider the new factor – at least one of people eagerly took to the facts of the situation, in the police officers involved streets within hours of was wearing a body camera. every situation. Sunday’s shooting. Marchers With the danger of police walked from Skid Row to brutality coming to light, the LAPD’s downtown headquarters, repeating the LAPD has made a move in the right direction, now familiar chant, “Black lives matter.” Skid outfitting its 7,000 officers with body cameras. Row became the setting for candle-lit vigils Advocates believe body cameras can hold and flowers laid in memoriam. Many from the officers accountable for their actions with visual man’s immediate community, the wider city of evidence, and this may provide a crucial test of L.A. and other parts of the country reacted with their usefulness. anger over the officers’ use of force. As students at a Jesuit liberal arts institution, However, it is far from safe to assume that we are taught to think critically and rationally Sunday’s shooting was a similar act of police inside and outside of the classroom. It is brutality with racial undertones. Despite important to take all aspects of a situation into the freshness of Ferguson in our minds, it is consideration before passing judgement or important to consider the facts of the situation, making claims about what happened. Rather in every situation. In this case, what took place than jumping to conclusions based on previous may be more complicated than many assume. officer-involved shootings, we must judge this The Los Angeles Times’ ongoing reporting has solely on the evidence and information from found that the man attempted to fight when the this particular case. While the investigation is police approached him during a robbery call, pending, we should continue the discussion of and was unable to be subdued by a stun gun. The proper police protocol on the use of force.

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The future of net neutrality will decide how free the Internet actually is. Will this ruling squash the debate on net neutrality or create more controversy?

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Upholding net neutrality to balance power Mistakenly Handsome Hassan Abdulla Staff Writer @LALoyolan

ith First Amendment Week just behind us, allow me to reflect for a moment on what the First Amendment stands for: openness. More specifically, the First Amendment stands for the openness to express what we want and how we want to express ourselves. Since its beginning, the Internet has consistently been a vehicle for such expression. Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit and YouTube are as popular forms of communication as speech itself. Now, I imagine you wouldn’t want someone regulat-

ing what you could and couldn’t say. Why should the Internet be any different? Net neutrality is the idea that all traffic on the Internet should be treated the same. It’s the way the Internet works now. I wouldn’t be here writing about the regulation of expression if it didn’t pose a serious threat. Certain companies (i.e. Comcast and Time Warner Cable) would love to establish a non-neutral Internet. This would give them the freedom to create things like “Internet fast lanes,” which would allow a special charge for any websites that they choose. Imagine adding fees for the use of Netflix on top of already existing fees. In comparison, Hong Kong offers Internet that’s 15 times faster for almost half of what we pay in the United States.

If you think that’s a far-fetched idea, you’re sadly mistaken; it’s already happened. If your name happens to be Comcast, this is a great idea. Not so much for everyone else, including Comcast employees, who are notorious for the poor treatment they both receive and dole out to customers. Normally, if a company decided to charge ridiculous fees or send letters to their customers addressing them as “Super Bitch,” these customers would simply switch to a different provider. Therein lies the other aspect of the problem; Comcast has only one true competitor: Time Warner Cable. Calling them competitors is being very generous, as they do not directly compete by means of servicing different areas and have been attempting to

merge for quite some time now. In a landmark decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), net neutrality will continue to be upheld. There have already been cries that this is an attempt to regulate the Internet, but that couldn’t be less true. The FCC decision will regulate the Internet in the same way that the First Amendment regulates free speech. With a nonneutral Internet, there would be nothing preventing Comcast or Time Warner Cable from limiting the expression of any entity they wanted to. For example, if a website criticized the Internet service provider, a non-neutral Internet would allow the criticized provider to charge any price it wanted for the small website to publish that content. As a result,

this would effectively silence the smaller websites. As we exit First Amendment Week, there is hardly an idea more depressing than that of a corporation with the ability to limit our rights. You might think me paranoid, or maybe just belligerently anticorporation. Maybe you think I have a particular bias, but I simply follow the truth. It is said that power corrupts and that absolute power corrupts absolutely. These companies have been more than happy to be the prime example of the corrupting influence of power without checks. By upholding net neutrality, we prevent absolute corruption. This is the opinion of Hassan Abdulla, a senior biology major from Westchester, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanOpinion, or email comments to slitz@theloyolan.com.

Cautious thoughts about net neutrality In Medias Res Nick Lepore Staff Writer @LoyolanOpinion

’ve been poking my head in and out of the net neutrality debate since its incipience, after experiencing Comcast’s shady business practices first-hand. So when the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) moved to approve net neutrality rules last week, I was both surprised and excited. Likewise, many online communities, social media and some of LMU’s campus buzzed with elation at the new change in policy, which reclassifies Internet service as a public utility under Title II of the Telecommunications Act. In fact, I don’t think I’ve yet heard any negative comments about the shift, and that’s exactly what worries me. In all our campaigning and letter writing to the government and the FCC, we may have dug ourselves into an even deeper hole. For those new to the debate, “net

neutrality” refers to the idea that all data on the Internet should be treated equally – that no Internet service provider (ISP) should bill customers based on what kind of online content they consume. The issue stems from a conflict of interests between ISPs and online content creators. ISPs like Comcast began as media companies, and therefore they see this content as direct competition. Since ISPs control the Internet, the avenue between content and audience, these companies are able to slow, or “throttle” the speeds at which certain content is delivered, if not outright charging extra for it. This pattern was most visible with Comcast’s heavy throttling of all Netflix content, beginning in late 2013. Consumers were angry, and the impact for Netflix was so severe that they ultimately had to pay Comcast to end the slowdown. It was amid events like this that the rules of utilities began to spring up within the net neutrality movement. Since ISPs typically charge their customers based on how much data they use, a natural compari-

son was formed between Internet services and utilities such as water. Whether you drench your garden with it or flush it down the toilet, you pay the same per-gallon rate for water. A gallon of water is a gallon of water, no matter what you do with it. Data on the Internet works the same way. A megabyte is a megabyte, no matter what server it came from. For that reason, I’ve long appreciated this comparison, and have found it extremely useful for describing the net neutrality issue to the less-technologically-inclined. Yet, I never went as far as to demand that the Internet be regulated as a utility. I didn’t know much about the specific legalities involved, other than that it would entail more government control over the Internet. Although I was and am strongly against excessive government meddling with the Internet, my frustrations with Comcast and other ISPs grew to a breaking point. I adopted the mindset that any change would be an improvement over the status quo, as I’m sure many others did too. So despite my reservations, I wasn’t exactly displeased when I

heard last week’s news. Still, recent events cause me to think we have good reason to curb our enthusiasm. Only a few years ago, the headlines were dominated by information of Edward Snowden and the NSA leaks. The cause of the outrage was clear: We wanted the government off our Internet and out of our technology. It’s a narrative that’s definitely still ongoing, yet it has largely disappeared from public consciousness. In short order, we’ve gone from demanding that government stay out of the digital realm to potentially handing them even greater control over it. Similarly, I find the FCC’s sudden change of heart more than a little suspicious. When President Obama called on the FCC to change its stance on net neutrality a few months ago, Chairman Tom Wheeler responded by reminding the president that the FCC is not obliged to follow his directives. Now, with very little explanation, they seem to have drastically altered their stance. I can only hope there are no ulterior motives behind this sudden change of heart.

Another reason we may want to stifle our cheers of excitement: this FCC ruling doesn’t address many of the problems the Internet currently faces. It doesn’t break up the Comcast-Time Warner Cable merger or their monopoly over cable and Internet provision. It also doesn’t prevent ISPs from continuing to throttle their customers – at least for reasons other than watching Netflix. Even if reclassifying the Internet as a utility turns out to be the right move, we still have a long way to go before we can even hope to address some of these deeper issues. In short, I’m overjoyed to see the net neutrality movement finally making some quantifiable progress, but I’m worried about what sorts of consequences this particular transition might yield. Time will tell whether my fears are justified. For now, this is one of those instances where I hope I’m wrong.

This is the opinion of Nick Lepore, a senior English major from San Jose, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanOpinion, or email slitz@theloyolan.com.

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We are nothing without our mentors Litz Blitz Sarah Litz

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n no time at all, we will be the role models in our fields. We will be the ones making discoveries in our professions and setting an example for younger generations. We will be the ones people look up to, respect and come to for advice. We will be the CEOs and scientists effectively changing the world for the better, and we have the past generations to thank for many of our future successes. The generations before us have paved the way in so many fields. As we find our individual career paths, we look up to the stars in our fields to teach us how to be as extraordinary as they are. No matter what your field is, you know the most influential people and you have your favorite role model. You listen to these mentors and take what they say to heart, but listen even more closely because what they are doing is passing the techniques of greatness onto us. Our mentors learned the art of greatness from their mentors, and now it’s our turn to learn so we can pay it forward. Brian Stelter, CNN’s senior media correspondent and host of CNN Reliable, recently spoke to a room of aspiring journalists about his mentor, the late New

York Times columnist David Carr, at the 31st annual ACP National College Journalism Convention. “There are a generation or two beyond us that want to help, that want to mentor, that want to teach us,” he said, and we should listen to what they have to say. Carr taught Stelter passion, trust and perseverance, and then Stelter passed the secrets of success along to us. Even though Stelter was speaking to journalists, his advice applies to anyone. Speaking on behalf of his late colleague and friend, Stelter believed a piece of advice Carr would have told us would be to “Follow your passion. Figure out what you care about more than anybody else.” To any person who is aspiring to be great – you need to exude passion. It’s passion that drives us to wake up terrifyingly early or pull all-nighters, that gives us that extra push to make our goal and to simply keep going. During the Loyolan’s First Amendment Week, Common quoted Kahlil Gibran during his speech: “Work is love made visible.” Passion affects all of us from the music industry to scientific explorations. The passion we have for our fields will make work not work, but rather an experience. You need to be trustworthy but at the same time trusting of other people. Speaking to journalists, Stelter said, “We can either earn people’s trust back or

we can further erode that trust.” In our respective fields, we have a specific image to uphold of the place we’re working for, what our work represents and who we are. We also expect that other people keep this image as well. By giving and learning trust, we can create bonds between people and generations alike who are able to rely on one another and be honest to each other. The last key to success is perseverance. Perseverance is what drives people to put their heads down and push through what keeps everyone here at the Loyolan writing articles every day. Stelter admitted, “I wasn’t the best reporter at the time, but quantity led me to quality.” Each day, people are taking on tasks to make themselves better and to learn how to become better. We aren’t born great; we become great, and perseverance is one way to get there. Great people can teach us many things. Carr instilled within Stelter these pillars of advice, and Stelter passed it along to us. The generations before us have been there, they have done a lot, they have seen the world change and they want to show us their mistakes and triumphs. All we have to do is listen to what our mentors are telling us and pass these words of greatness onto the next generation. This is the opinion of Sarah Litz, a junior English major from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Email comments to slitz@theloyolan.com.

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4 thoughts everyone has mid-semester Keepin up with Jones Jackie Jones

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id-semester is the hump week of the term, and the struggles are more real than ever. It is the time when we realize that we are halfway done and begin picturing ourselves sweating up a stadium staircase while listening to inspirational music, hoping to make it to the top like Rocky Balboa. Through the blood, sweat and tears, we are constantly wondering how we are going to make it through the rest of the semester. Here are some thoughts that may be filtering through your brain during midterms: 1. “What was that we were supposed to read again?” Odds are, as the weeks have passed, you figured out how to manage and prioritize your time with your classes. You know which classes you will fail if you neglect the work and which ones you can pass without having to read too much. This is also the point when you remember your good friend, SparkNotes, who always provides an understandable summary of the content you were just too lazy to read. 2. “If we are in week seven and there are 16 weeks but two spring breaks, then technically we are halfway done, and I only have to endure the same amount

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The mid-semester slump is here. These thoughts will plague our days, but push through because summer will be here soon enough. of work I have already done one more time?” Even if your major is not closely related to anything mathematical, you have still chosen to go out of your way to calculate if you can make it through the rest of the semester. Instead of working on that research paper that’s due tomorrow, you distract yourself with counting down the days ‘til summer because at least you are doing some sort of mental work. You will survive. 3. “I’ll go to the gym… tomor-

row.” Just like everyone else who has noticed their clothes shrinking the minute they came to college, your New Year’s resolution was, yet again, to get back in shape. Midterms is a time when regulars notice their fitness sanctuary is getting a lot less crowded as students start hitting the books (or binge-watching Netflix) instead. If you are one of those who made the exercising resolution, don’t give up. It’s never too late to start again. 4. “Why did I sign up for this class again?” Whether it is a core

class you need to fulfill, a class for your major or a fun elective, midsemester is the point when you question all of your previous decisions. The stress of midterm exams and papers makes you wonder why you chose your major, leading you to stressfully rethink your entire life goals and career plans. It can also make you reexamine the higher education system and how pointless it is to make us take classes on subjects we will never use in our lives. Wellrounded learning? Pointless. Why can’t we just stick to what we are

good at and not be judged on what we are not so good at? The midsemester point in your classes just makes you overthink absolutely everything. These thoughts are bound to run through your mind, but don’t give up! Just think about this: The semester is almost over. And most importantly, summer is almost here. This is the opinion of Jackie Jones, a junior English major from La Habra, California. Email comments to slitz@theloyolan.com.

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‘The Maids’ brings tough themes and drama Main Mang

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he Del Rey Players (DRP), LMU’s student-run theater company, produced “The Maids,” with all the excitement, confusion and sadomasochism expected from the French play – on a single set. “The Maids,” written by French dramatist Jean Genet, is loosely based on the stories of Christine and Lea Papin, two sisters accused for the brutal murders of their employer and her daughter in 1933. The characters Claire and Solange, played by senior theatre arts majors Nicole Outman and Kristin O’Brien, respectively, emulate these vicious femme fatales of the past in this production. The show depicts the perspectives of these disturbed maids, and Outman and O’Brien have no trouble expressing the terror and disembodiment of the sisters. The director, senior theatre arts major Gabrielle Geiger, emphasized the bewildering aspects of the show, saying, “In the end, hopefully the audience will have their own interpretation of what happens.” Claire and Solange are maids to their abusive and manic mistress Madame, played by senior theatre arts major Heather Ann Gottlieb, and take to playing twisted games of role-play whenever she’s away. Gottlieb sparkles in her depiction of Madame; she manages to be enthralling and utterly terrifying in a single

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S e n i o r t h e a t re a r t s m a j o r K r i s t i n O ’ B r i e n ( l e f t ) a n d s e n i o r t h e a t re a r t s m a j o r N i c o l e O u t m a n p l ay s i s t e rs a n d m a i d s , w h o a re t wo o u t o f t h e t h re e c h a ra c t e rs i n t h e D e l R ey P l aye rs ’ p ro d u c t i o n o f J e a n G e n e t ’s 1 9 3 3 Fre n c h p l ay “ T h e M a i d s . ” breath. Through the play, a power struggle plays out between master and servants and this dangerous dynamic quickly spins out of control over the course of the play. The sisters toy with the idea of murdering Madame once

and for all, while struggling with their own battles of mental illness and incest. Senior theatre arts major Cameron Tagge, the assistant director, spoke of the importance of trust in this production. The

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Senior theatre ar ts major Heather Ann Gottlieb (left) and senior theatre ar ts major Kristin O’Brien act in a tense and volatile scene of the Del Rey Players’ “ The Maids. ”

actors “were friends before the show, allowing them to gain and earn the trust of one another, which is vital in the rehearsal and performance process,” Tagge said. The Del Rey Players are known for pushing boundaries with their on-campus productions, and “The Maids” was no exception. “People don’t expect students to be able to or want to tackle these really tough issues,” Geiger said. “It’s not that far off. In college you deal with mental illness all the time – in our media, in our world.” “The Maids” deals with these difficult themes in a manner that is so believable yet disorienting that it leaves the viewer unsure of the play’s line between fantasy and reality — and perhaps unsure of his or her own reality as well. Geiger made a great choice by

producing “The Maids.” The allfemale cast had an intense and constantly engaging dynamic, and they perfectly tackled many tough topics. “The Maids” is sure to both captivate and challenge viewers in the best way possible. “Think of the films ‘Requiem for a Dream,’ ‘Inception,’ ‘Shutter Island,’ ‘Pretty Woman,’ ‘A Beautiful Mind’ and ‘The Sixth Sense’ all mashed up into one fast paced, darkly funny one hour play,” Tagge said. “The Maids” will play this upcoming Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and $5 for Del Rey Players. This is the opinion of Kelsey Mangan, a junior English major from San Jose, California. Tweet comments to @kmaaaan_ or email kmangan@theloyolan.com.

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4. The Good Pizza, Playa del Rey Not only is this the best pizza in all of L.A., they have amazing happy hour specials too. With half off any bottle of wine, it’s the perfect spot to get your authentic Italian grub on. With pizza, pasta, wings and amazing desserts (try the cannolis), their happy hour menu is off the charts. 3. Playa Provisions, Playa del Rey A new venture for Top Chef runner-up Brooke Williamson, Playa Provisions is a must-visit. The restaurant is divided into

four small concepts: Small Batch, their house-made ice cream shop; King Beach, a market-style brunch experience; Grain, a dark and mysterious whisky bar; and Dockside, a high-end seafood dining space. Each room has different happy hours, vibes and patrons. This restaurant is an experience in itself. 2. Baja Sharkeez, Hermosa Beach Pier You can head over to Sharkeez for more than just getting your party on. Join them any day of the week for their happiest of hours from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Buy one drink and get your next one for 25 cents. Try their sliders, quesadillas and more for under $4. If you haven’t had a Coronita, make that the top of your priority list here. Extra salt, please! 1. Cinco, Westchester If you haven’t gone to Cinco yet, drop what you’re doing now and head over for the best onedollar tacos in the area. While you’re at it, order a side of queso fundido, a creamy blend of cheese, chorizo and bell peppers. Before you know it, you’ll be playing hooky and downing those $6 margaritas.

This is the opinion of Bianca Andrea, a senior English major from San Luis Obispo, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email ibabadjanian@ theloyolan.com.

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LMU student mentees of ARTsmart showcase work in student art gallery Artwork of underserved K-8 students that participate in LMU’s ARTsmart program is currently featured in a new exhibition in the Thomas P. Kelly Jr. Student Art Gallery until March 6. ARTsmart is a leadership-development program for LMU students that facilitates leadership skills, teaching in the arts and community service. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

An anticlimactic season of ‘House of Cards’ J.K. Ramblings Julia Marzovilla

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he new season of “House of Cards,” released just a few days ago, has already started to make waves on Netflix. The third season, which was leaked for a short time on the server before it was pulled, caught the attention of those interested in high-action political thrillers. Kevin Spacey’s sociopathic, power-driven narrative defines the show, and his evocative performance as President Underwood is as captivating as ever. Despite his spectacular performance, the season as a whole received mixed reviews. According to Spencer Kornhaber of “The Atlantic” (who binge-watched the entire season upon its release), it “never reaches the dark, dramatic heights of previous seasons, but it’s also a little more focused and intelligent than they were,” Kornhaber said. This is disappointing, considering that a sizable number of LMU’s student body will most likely be watching the show, despite the fact that midterms are in full swing. Freshman marketing major Olivia Longpre is one student who has found herself

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The third season of the popular Netflix original series, “House of Cards,” released its entire season on Feb. 27. The show features Kevin Spacey (above) as a politician with questionable morals and an intriguing way of manipulating people. captivated by the show. “I really do like it so far. …I’m already 10 episodes in,” she said. “House of Cards” has been a binge-worthy classic since its Netflix premiere a little over two years ago. By releasing the show

on a season-by-season basis rather than the traditional weekby-week schedule, “House of Cards” joins the ranks of shows like “Orange Is the New Black” in terms of binge-watching accessibility.

For anyone with a Netflix account, the release of “House of Cards” is a godsend. For anyone with hopes of maintaining a high GPA after their midterms, though, the release might mean too many weekends spent in their

dorms rather than the library. This is the opinion of Julia Marzovilla, a freshman English major from New York City, New York. Tweet comments to @juliakaterina or email jmarzovilla@ theloyolan.com.

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Nimoy inspires a new generation of Trekkies Britt Wit Elliot Britt

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eonard Nimoy, who is most remembered for his role as Spock in the original “Star Trek” franchise, passed away at his home in Bel Air Friday morning after combating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. His wife, Susan Bay Nimoy, confirmed the actor’s death. “Long before being nerdy was cool, there was Leonard Nimoy,” President Barack Obama said in a statement from the White House shortly after the actor’s death. Obama’s statement perfectly sums up the actor’s contributions to the entertainment industry through his involvement with the Trekkie culture that shaped today’s science fiction genre. Although it was canceled after three seasons, the original “Star Trek” series developed a cult following after debuting a future built on the promise of science and technology in the midst of the Space Race during the 1960s. Viewers admired the qualities found in the characters of Captain Kirk and his first officer, Spock, as they embraced adventure and heroism in the completely unknown territory of space. The concepts introduced throughout the series paralleled the anticipations of many Americans during a time when the United States’ main desire was to put a man on the moon through NASA’s Apollo program. The series also touched on the time-sensitive subject of race. “Star Trek,” which premiered in the mid-1960s, featured crew members of African, East Asian and Russian descent, as well as a character of the Vulcan alien race, Spock. The representation of a multitude of races aboard the Enterprise relates to the decade’s enduring issue of racial equality, and paints an image of an idealistic future. “The original Spock was very much iconic. ... He’s kind of a

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Leonard Nimoy (above), most notable for his role as the original Spock on “ Star Trek,” passed away last Friday at his home in Bel Air, California. Nimoy was an iconic figure in the industr y and inspired many with his years of work in television and film. representation of what could be out there,” said freshman management major James Flaherty. Nimoy’s legacy is one that will live on through generations of Trekkies devoted to preserving what the Vulcan officer signified. Spock represented the misunderstood — those hurt by the preconceived assumptions of others on the basis of differences. Nimoy’s representation of Spock still holds value to this day. Recently, Nimoy was seen in an Audi commercial behind the wheel of a Mercedes-Benz. Zachary Quinto, who plays Spock in the more recent adaptations of

the “Star Trek” franchise, drives the new Audi in the commercial. The Audi is marketed as the new and improved luxury vehicle, similarly to how the two versions of Spock are referenced. The comparison between the original and reboot version of Spock represents the everlasting meaning behind the iconic character as Quinto takes the reins as Spock and drives the franchise into a new era. Despite the death of such an iconic figure in the entertainment industry, the legacy of Nimoy will live on. The portrayal of Spock as a misunderstood yet clearly valuable and ingenious

character supports the theme of acceptance found so commonly throughout the franchise, a concept that resonates with any diverse audience.

This is the opinion of Elliot Britt, a freshman management major from Maple Grove, Minnesota. Tweet comments to @leobritain or email ebritt@theloyolan. com.

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forward, which was to be expected when the new Head Coach Mike Dunlap took over. In fact, the team is allowing seven fewer points per game when compared to Max Good’s team last year. The problem is that this team’s scoring average is also down by nearly 11 points per game, which is the difference between being the 98th ranked offense last year and 293rd ranked offense this season. This drop in offense ranking comes from the adjustments to Dunlap’s offense and loss of guard Anthony Ireland (‘14). Or simply because Good was a better offensive coach. It does not take much statistical digging to see the reason why: this team lacks a dynamic offensive force. No single player on the team has the ability to create offense on his own, besides sophomore guard Evan Payne, who is routinely double-teamed. When the guards are not able to drive into the paint, most teams rely on a post-up scoring big man, but senior and starting forward Godwin Okonji is more of a defense and boards type of big. Junior forward Marin Mornar has shown some scoring touch this season, but he, like the rest of the Lions, is better when someone else is setting him up. Combine this lack of scoring talent with an inability to shoot threes (the team makes 5.2 threes per game on 35.6 percent shooting) and a .9 assist to turnover ratio, and you have yourself an anemic offense that can be difficult to watch. This team needs a star talent. And you get that talent by making

the most of the players you have. Dunlap and LMU need to prove that they are a good coach-program tandem, and if they do, the recruits will follow. This tournament, Dunlap’s first, will set the tone for his tenure at LMU. This team needs to overachieve, and it all starts with their first round matchup: the Santa Clara Broncos. The Broncos were 7-11 in conference, good for third to last, ahead of Pacific and LMU. The Broncos have a similar scoring average as the Lions, but their defense is about three points better on average. The Lions match up well with the Broncos: Santa Clara is one of few teams that is worse on offense than the Lions, shooting 41.8 percent to LMU’s 42. Santa Clara is also a worse rebounding team, grabbing around four less boards than LMU on average. The Lions have an actual shot at beating Santa Clara. The defense will be focusing on sophomore guard and All-WCC first team member Jared Brownridge. The Broncos rely on Brownridge like we rely on Payne, and the game may very well hinge on which player outperforms the other. Hopefully, Payne feels slighted about missing any WCC honors. Going against a similar player in Brownridge should be motivational enough. If the Lions can contain Brownridge, outboard the Broncos, have some good luck on jump shots and get Payne going, there’s no reason it cannot best the Broncos. If LMU gets the first round win, they will advance to play Brigham Young University in the

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The young Lions are underdogs in the WCC Tournament, as they are the 10th seed, last in the tournament. LMU drew a matchup, the Broncos, that they have a decent chance of beating. The Lions narrowly lost both regular season matchups with the Broncos, by scores of 65-62 and 70-63. With a strong team defensive outing and a good scoring game from sophomore guard Evan Payne, the team has a decent chance.

second round, a game that will be televised on ESPN2. The best case scenario here, and for the Lions in the tournament, is to get to face BYU and put up a good fight. The likely outcome is a Lions loss, but if Payne flashes his potential and Dunlap shows his coaching chops on national television, the program will be better for it. Recruits will want to come play for an NBA-level coach in a scenic location. If I were a star but an underrated recruit, and I saw a

good performance from LMU in this tournament, it could look like an amazing opportunity to make a name for myself. The team is full of gritty, defensive players who could function well as third or fourth options in an offense. Payne, just a sophomore, could make a perfect Robin to someone’s Batman. The days of Hank Gathers and the record-setting Lions would make an LMU revival story fairly large on the national stage, and all it would take is

that one offensive star. But to get there, the Lions need to make it out of the first round. If they do, it could set up a beneficial domino effect. If not, the Dunlap era may struggle to get out of first gear.

This is the opinion of Andrew Rezk, a senior psychology major from Rancho Cugamonga, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanSports, or email editor@theloyolan.com.

Hank Gathers: 25 years later

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Hank Gathers was one of the greatest players in the history of Lions’ basketball. He remains one of the most influential and iconic figures in LMU athletics history. Gathers’ on-court resume is impressive: consensus second-team All-American (1990), WCC Player of the Year (1989), an NCAA scoring and rebounding title (1989), three time first-team All-WCC (1988-90) and two time WCC Tournament MVP (1988-89). But Gathers did so much more. His passing raised awareness for heart health among athletes and his offensive brilliance on the court helped put the Lions’ late 80s teams on the map. Although he passed 25 years ago today, Gersten Pavilion is still proudly and lovingly called “Hank’s House,” and always will be. Look for our detailed coverage of Gathers’ 25th anniversary in next week’s issue.

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said Dunlap. LMU was defeated in the past two games against Santa Clara, but only by three and seven points, respectively. During its second game against Santa Clara, LMU played without six players (five to injury), which greatly impacted the team’s dynamic. Senior guard and team captain Chase Flint described the situation: “The injuries forced our young guys to step up. We’re used to those guys like Degi and Evan that score a lot, and not having them on the floor kind of adjusted people’s roles. Change is hard, but everyone has stayed positive. No one has had any attitude or anything.” As Head Coach Mike Dunlap pointed out, the upcoming game against Santa Clara will be the first time in a month that all of his regular starters are healthy and on the court together. According to Dunlap, “[Santa Clara] is a very smart team. They’ve been playing together for a long time, and they are

comfortable with each other. We have to make them uncomfortable with our defense.” Dunlap also emphasized the importance of energy level and effort. He noted that playing at an extreme level, pressuring the ball, trapping and rotating are all going to be key factors in the team’s success this weekend. “Rebounding and turnovers always become an issue. You’ve got to take good care of the ball on the offensive end,” added Dunlap. “We match up really well with these guys,” said Flint. “They’ve beat us twice, but both games we’ve spotted them. It was close, it could have gone either way.” The Lions leave for Las Vegas on Thursday morning. When asked what he was doing to motivate his team for the playoff game, Egbeyemi said, “Just let them know how important it is. Hopefully we can finish out the season the right way. We’ve got a lot of strengths, and we’re all ready.” For live streaming and game stats, visit the WCC Sports website.

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the game like a new season. It’ll be a new day and we’ve got to play as hard as we possibly can.” The setback has not only challenged the team, but also provided valuable experience for the freshman players. “Although the season has been challenging, the freshmen have received a lot more playing time that they might not have had offered to them under different circumstances,” Elliot said. “I’ve become more comfortable on the court and I feel that I’ve learned my role within the team”, said freshman forward Bree Alford on the transformation of her performance this season. “I feel more confident and as though I’m doing my job when I’m playing.” While proving to be a force to reckon with on the court, freshman guard Makenzie Cast still believes she has room to improve as she reflected on her perfor-

mance. “I feel somewhat comfortable on the court, but I am still learning what the team needs from me,” said Cast. As the season comes to an end, Cast and Alford comment on the things they’ll miss more.“We’re going to miss the seniors and the relationships we’ve formed with them,” Cast said. “I think, as a parting gift for the seniors, we’re going to play for them and each other as hard as possible during the tournament,” added Alford. It’s never too early for the Lions to begin working toward improving for the next season. They’ve already begun by establishing goals for themselves. “I’ve actually stayed No. 1 in the WCC offensive rebounding which is a goal I set for myself at the beginning of the season. However, I want to improve on my guard work in the future,” Alford said. The Lions will open the tournament against Pepperdine tomorrow at 12 p.m. at the Orleans Arena.

Friday, March 6

Thursday, March 5

No.8 LMU Womens’ Basketball vs. No.9 Pepperdine

No.10 LMU Mens’ Basketball vs. No.7 Santa Clara

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CALENDAR Friday, March 6

Saturday, March 7

No.1 Gonzaga vs. Womens’ Basketball (LMU) No.8 or No.9

No.2 BYU vs. Mens’ Basketball (LMU) No.7 or No.10

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Athlete SPOTLIGHT Emily ben-jumbo Sport: Women’s Basketball

Class: Senior

Major: Communication Studies Hometown: Portland, Oregon

Q: As your time winds down at LMU, do you have any plans after college? A: I definitely want to continue playing basketball. Possibly overseas and hopefully I will even play in the WNBA. Q: Where do you hope to see yourself in 10 years? A: I want babies, and I want to be on the big screen—acting.

Q: When did you first become involved in basketball? A: To be honest, I hated basketball at first. I was very tall, and starting at a young age, many people told me that I should give the sport a try. I wasn’t very invested in basketball, though. I was more interested in playing soccer.

Q: Most memorable experience at LMU? A: Traveling to the Bahamas with the basketball team my sophomore year. Q: What makes LMU home for you? A: The people and the sunshine.

Q: When did you realize that basketball was the sport for you? A: My freshman year in high school. While I still hated the sport, I realized that I had talent and didn’t let it go to waste.

Q: What attracted you to LMU’s basketball program? A: I knew that I definitely wanted to move to L.A. from Portland [because it] is so rainy and I knew I wanted to move away from the weather. The coaches were a big influence in my decision to come to LMU, as well.

Q: Favorite professional athlete? A: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Blake Griffin. Q: Is there any advice you would like to pass along that has helped you succeed at LMU? A: Staying true to yourself and acknowledging that your experience here is a journey and a process.

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sports LIONBITES BASEBALL LMU baseball lost 2-1 in this past weekend’s series against the University of Nebraska—Lincoln. The Lions won Friday night’s game, 4-1. LMU earned eight hits and one error, while Nebraska finished with seven hits and one error. The Huskers returned Saturday and dominated the field. Nebraska scored eight runs on 15 hits. LMU scored just three runs from senior infielder/ outfielder Tanner Donnels, sophomore infielder David Fletcher and freshman outfielder Billy Wilson. The Lions fell once more with the Huskers taking the win 5-1 with Donnels earning LMU’s lone run.

MEN’S BASKETBALL Basketball fell to Pepperdine University Saturday, Feb. 28. The Waves defeated the Lions with a final score of 65-49. The Lions ended the first half of the game just two points shy of a tie with the Waves. However, Pepperdine furthered the lead ending the second half of the game 3420. LMU ended the game shooting 29.5 percent from the field, while the Waves finished with 48 percent. Pepperdine ended the game with an average of 46.2 percent of successful three-pointers, whereas the Lions suffered a major setback averaging only 10 percent.

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65-49 L

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Basketball heads to Vegas for WCC Men’s basketball will take on Santa Clara to kick off the WCC Tournament on Friday Mar. 6 at 8 p.m. in Las Vegas, Nevada. Presley Quon Sports Intern

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“Tough, together and enduring.” These are the words redshirt senior guard Ayodegi Egbeyemi used to describe the LMU men’s basketball program this year. According to Egbeyemi, who is also team captain, this “camaraderie and toughness” will be key to their success in the West Coast Conference Championships this weekend. On Friday, Mar. 6 at 8 p.m., LMU will face Santa Clara for its first playoff game of the tournament at the Orleans Arena, Las Vegas. “We’re excited. This is for all the marbles now,” said Egbeyemi. If LMU beats Santa Clara, the team will play Brigham Young University for a chance to progress to the NCAA Championship. Although the 2014-15 regular season ended with a losing record for the Lions, (8-22 overall and 4-14 in conference), the team continues the daily grind of practice with a positive and confident mentality. As Head Coach Mike Dunlap confirmed, injuries early on in the season confined several key LMU players to the bench during league play. “In terms of progression and getting through some things that were difficult, they did fantastic. By that I mean communication was at a high level, effort level was high and people were seeing the improvement from one game to the next,”

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The Rezk Report

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As the Lions’ season draws to a close, the team looks forward to the annual West Coast Conference Tournament (WCC) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Given the team’s 8-22 record, good for ninth place in the conference, the WCC tournament is likely going to be their only chance to see some post-season action. The Lions are actually tied with the University of the Pacific Tigers for the worst inconference record at 4-14 each, but LMU is seeded last, at number 10, in the tournament. The team’s chances to win the tournament are pretty slim, but this season has been more about developing young players and building up the program than actually winning games. The Lions cannot simply lie down and lose in the first round like there’s nothing to gain. In fact, the tournament is a great chance for the Lions to gather some momentum and acclaim heading into summer recruiting and the next season. There is a lot to accomplish, and these goals are not unrealistic for these hungry young Lions. First, let’s review the Lions’ performance in the regular season. LMU averaged 62.5 points per game this season and gave up 70.1 points per game on average. The plus side to these numbers is that they indicate a decent defensive foundation moving See The Rezk Report | Page 17

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On losing to Santa Clara this past season, Chase Flint (above) commented, “They’ve beat us twice but both games we’ve spotted them. It was close, it could have gone either way.”

Women’s basketball will face off against LMU rival Pepperdine on Thursday in Las Vegas, Nevada. Victoria Lucien Sports Intern

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As the basketball season concludes this week, the LMU women’s basketball team prepares for its final match tomorrow. The Lions have travelled to Las Vegas, Nevada to compete in the West Coast Conference (WCC) Tournament against rival Pepperdine University. Following their home victory against the Waves last Saturday, the women’s team earned the No. 8 spot in the tournament trailed by Pepperdine in the No. 9 spot. The Waves are currently 3-15 in WCC games, while the Lions are 4-14. In preparation for tomorrow’s tournament, the basketball team has reviewed the Pepperdine scouting report, and will look to take advantage of the Waves’ tendency to tire easily. However, besides earning another victory over the Waves, the Lions hope to see individual and team growth and make the tournament an enjoyable experience before the seniors’ departure. “I not only want to make the tournament an enjoyable experience for the team, but I also want our freshman players to view the

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The women’s basketball team hopes to run the court and tire out Pepperdine which has struggled to contain the fast break so far this season.

tournament as a learning experience. The stakes are higher this go-round and I want to help the freshmen understand the difference between this tournament and a game during the regular season,” Head Coach Charity Elliott said. While the team’s performance has wavered throughout the season, every player has taken each loss seriously. Some of these defeats include losing two valuable players due to injury. In the midst of the loss of these players, the team has had to

learn to reestablish chemistry and figure out how to best work together on the court. “The team has played well despite setbacks. The team is really good about allowing the momentum of previous wins to flourish,” explained Elliott. “What’s also helped the team improve this season is treating each game like a new start...Everything we’ve done has led us to this point, but from here on out we have to treat See Women’s B.Ball | Page 18