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SPRING I 2014
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You might be an RMU Student if... you feel like you’ve been out of school for a month if you’re out any longer than 2 days
you have taken a nap in the theatre room on the 7th floor you spend the last 2 weeks of each quarter in the library with everyone else it’s too cold to walk a block to class from your dorm but you can make it to Panda Express you get irritated at people on the elevator who press the button to go up/down one floor
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you show your dedication and hard work for what you want to achieve Check out the rest of the answers inside this issue on page 11
more spreads for each issue of the Eagle and occasional graphics. Matt is currently working on a game for the App Store with the help of our editor, Tyson Bosco. They plan to make millions. If that doesn't pan out, Matt also just landed a job at Vertex. Matt and his wife are also expecting a baby boy. Congratulations to both of them! I wish Stacy and Matt the best of luck in their adventures post undergrad. Congratulations to all recent graduates. You are another step further in your academic career. Whether this is the end and you are looking to start your professional career, or you continue your education in graduate school or other outlets the staff of the Eagle wishes you the best of luck in all your endeavors
Blake Whitmore Well students and faculty, we have made it through the subzero temperatures, and although winter isn't entirely over quite yet, we can see the light at the other end of the cold dark tunnel. Welcome to the spring quarter! Spring is a time for new beginnings and this issue of the Eagle has plenty to help you out. To stay up to date on the new laws passed recently in Illinois check out our guide on page 5 or if you are looking for a list a little less political and more laid back you can be sure to find a movie to go see with friends on page 6. Our editors Tyson and Stacy expose the two sides to the Ukrainian protests in this issues comprehensive installment of "He Says She Says". With the end of the winter quarter the Eagle is saying goodbye to our editor and writer of the "She Says" portion and often insightful album reviews, Stacy Zamskaya. Stacy is graduating with a Bachelors of Business Administration with concentrations in economics and finance. Stacy won't be leaving Chicago yet, because she landed a seasonal position at PwC after participating in their internship last year. Our content team is not the only one saying goodbye to a valued member. Designer Matt Theodosopoulos is also graduating with a Bachelors of Applied Science in Graphic Design. Matt helped our design team by producing two or
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Sports & Health: Page 3 -Walking Among Us -Men's Hockey Team
Eagle News: Pages 4-5 -Being a JA Volunteer -Eyrie Experience -2014 New Laws -Performing Arts Group
Arts & Culture: Pages 6-7
Sincerely,
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
CONTENTS
-February Movies -Free Things to Do in the City
Editor-in-Chief
Eat & Drink: Pages 8-9
MISSION STATEMENT
The Eagle is the student-centered news source of Robert Morris University (IL) and does not necessarily represent the views of Robert Morris Univeristy administrators, faculty, or students. The Eagle provides a venue for the exchange of ideas and information pertinent to the students of RMU. Visit our publication page at robertmorris.edu/publications/ eagle Like us! RMU Eagle News Follow us! @RMUEagle
-Bar Louie Offers Upon Offers -Chicago "Tap Water" Drink -Dick's Last Resort -Black Bean Quesadilla
Perspective: Pages 10-11 -He Say She Says Ukraine Protest -You Might Be An RMU Student -The Chicago Walker
THE EAGLE CONTENT TEAM Blake Whitmore Editor-in-Chief Dan Ciaglia Editor Stacy Zamskaya Editor Heather D. Alexander Editor Adrian Saucedo Writer Christin Rollett Writer Mariaha Gluszek Writer Myranda Cate Writer Jessi Bahena Writer DESIGN TEAM Austin Huette Art Director Tyson Bosco Designer Matt Theodosopoulos Designer Kyle Ashley Illustrator PUBLIC RELATIONS TEAM Mason Riley Social Media Manager Xavier Cordova Advertising Manager EAGLE ADVISOR Paul Gaszak pgaszak@robertmorris.edu ADVISORY BOARD David Pyle Mick McMahon CAMPUS FACULTY David Belotti - Lake County dbelotti@robertmorris.edu Beth Gainer - Bensenville bgainer@robertmorris.edu
Exit to the Right: Page 12 -Puzzles -Top Charts -Comic
Nicole Hager - Springfield nhager@robertmorris.edu Gerard Wozek - Dupage gwozek@robertmorris.edu Jane Wendorff-Craps - Peoria jwendorff-craps@robertmorris.edu WE'RE HIRING! Check out the details at robertmorris.edu/publications/eagle
Walking Among Us: Marshall Kent Dan Ciaglia
here’s no question that being a full-time student compares quite well to having a fulltime career. For studentathletes, factoring in games,
practice, preparation, and traveling to games and competitions on top of attending classes and homework could get to be a little bit much to handle at a young age. Imagine taking on all of that responsibility, and then add to it being labeled one of the world’s most accomplished bowlers at age 21. Well, Robert Morris University happens to have such an accomplished studentathlete walking its halls, and his name is Marshall Kent. Kent transferred to Robert Morris in 2012 after attending college in his hometown of Yakima, Washington. He first gained notoriety in competitive bowling when he was a senior in high school, a year in which he finished in 1st place at the United States Bowling Congress Junior Gold Championship, the North Pointe Insurance High School Championship, and the Junior World Team Challenge. Once Kent started competing on the collegiate level, the awards and accolades kept on rolling in. He has been a member
Men’s Gold Hockey Team Makes History vs. Lindenwood Dan Ciaglia n February 7th and 8th, the RMU Men’s Gold Hockey team cemented their rightful place in Eagle history, sweeping the weekend series against Lindenwood University on their way to earning the program’s first ever Central States
Collegiate Hockey League (CSCHL) title. To make such a special moment for this team and program even more perfect, the CSCHL title was won on Senior Night, giving seniors Chris Cimoch, Mitch Tews, Gehritt Sargis, Mason Riley, Ryan O’Connell, Andrew Montague, Kyle Hamilton, Zack Kuta,
of Team USA Bowling 3 consecutive seasons, won 5 medals (2 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) in various individual and team competitions at the 2012 World Youth Championships, claimed 1st place in the 2012 Russian Open, 2nd place in the Qubica AMF World Cup, was named Collegiate Rookie of the Year in 2011, and is currently the 2-time defending Collegiate Bowler of the Year. On the off chance you aren’t yet impressed by Kent’s successes, this past November, Kent was granted the only amateur status exemption which allowed him to compete in Las Vegas at the Pro Bowling Association’s World Series of Bowling. Although considered an amateur by PBA standards, Kent still managed to bowl better than all of the 240 professionals competing to earn the top overall spot in the Scorpion Championships. Unfortunately, Kent ended up losing to professional Tom Smallwood in the final round, which was televised on ESPN back in December. Nonetheless, a 21-year old
“amateur” reaching the championship in a field of all professionals is nothing short of outstanding. Kent has also had much success competing for RMU’s Men’s Bowling Team. Last season, he helped lead the Eagles to USBC Intercollegiate and NAIA Invitational Team Championships. When Kent isn’t dominating the lanes, he focuses on his studies to earn a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management. He also enjoys being outdoors doing activities like hunting and fishing. Kent hopes to become a professional bowler after graduating, and, from the looks of it, should have absolutely no troubles in reaching that goal. Congratulations to Marshall on all of his past and future accomplishments, and best of luck to Marshall and all of the RMU Bowlers as they prepare for the USBC National Championships beginning in March! E
and Adam Keasey the proper sendoff in their last home game of their RMU careers. First-year Head Coach Tom “Chico” Adrahatas said "It's quite an accomplishment. It was important and right that this senior class finish their home career leaving the rink with a championship. They were the keys to moving our program into the upper echelon of the ACHA, and they've set a standard of play for everyone who will come after them. Working with them on a day to day basis, [Assistant] Coach Berman and I know that they are champions, but now, it's official." Such an accomplishment did not come easy, of course. The Eagles, who entered the weekend series ranked 2nd in Division 1 of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA), had no other way to clinch the title than to win both of their games against Lindenwood, who was ranked 13th. The first game was won in thrilling fashion with the Lions leading on 3 separate occasions. The game went into the 3rd period knotted at 3-3, but Hamilton put the game winning goal past the Lions goalie. Cimoch would also add an empty netter in the winding seconds to
seal the victory on Friday night. After that, the Eagles had their sights on the title and held their foot on the gas all the way through Saturday night’s game. The Lions would get on the board first in the second game, but that would be all for them on the night. RMU would score the next 7 goals on their way to a dominating win and title clinching performance. “It was unbelievable. We have come a long way, and to win the conference title on Senior Night and my last home game was something special,” said Cimoch, the Eagles captain the last 2 seasons. “We set this as one of our goals the past 2 years. We let it slip away last year, but this year we knew we had to take advantage of this opportunity. It’s really just a great feeling.” With the CSCHL regular season title clinched, the Eagles will now focus on winning the CSCHL playoffs, which begin on February 21st at Lindenwood University. They’ll then head to the University of Delaware on March 7th for the ACHA Division 1 National Tournament. Best of luck to the Men’s Gold Hockey Team the rest of the way! E
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Being a JA Volunteer for a Day Mariaha Gluszek obert Morris University works with many different organizations throughout the year to help students find new experiences and open new doors. One of those organizations happens to be the Junior Achievement (JA) Volunteer Program. The JA program is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to teaching kids life skills they can use both now and in the future. On January 17th, RMU’s Principal of Management students had the honor of joining in on the fun. Even though it was a requirement for the class it was a great experience overall. It was also a bit nerve wrecking considering that it was a first time thing for most of us. When you volunteer for a day you’re assigned a school, grade, and JA Volunteer kit. Fortunately, we got to pick our grade group to work with. The kit has about six sessions and can be a bit overwhelming at first, but once you look through it it’s not so bad. Once we were ready to get going, everyone boarded they’re busses and headed to they’re assigned schools. Our small group was assigned to Prussing Elementary school. When we arrived we were given a certificate for our participation and then taken to our assigned classes. For about four and a half hours we were able to meet students, teach them a thing or two, and hopefully inspire them to continue their education and follow their dreams like we are. At the end of our visit we all
regrouped over our provided subway lunches. As we waited for our bus to arrive we all agreed that it was both fun and exhausting. A few volunteers said that they enjoyed it, but did not think they’d do it again. Others, like myself, differed. Overall, the JA Volunteer Program was successful and enjoyable. Not only is volunteering highly encouraged, but it also looks good on a resume! The JA program has volunteer opportunities with Robert Morris University about three to four times a year. Normally an email is sent out to your RMU email to inform you of the next JA Volunteer opportunity, but if you have any further questions the best person to contact would be Mr. Larry Nieman. You can email Mr. Nieman at lnieman@ robertmorris.edu or check in with him on the third floor in the Student Services. E
Eyrie Experience n January 13th, 2014 Mr. Daschler’s Restaurant Operations classes took a little trip to RMU’s own student run Eyrie Restaurant. An Eyrie is a large nest by a bird of prey such as the eagle. So, it’s pretty obvious how the restaurant got its name. The small establishment is located in Oak Park at 128 North Oak Park Avenue, right off the green line going towards Harlem. During their two-hour visit to the restaurant, Mr. D had the student’s partner up and take another’s order. The “server” would first ask the “guest” what they would like to drink and after looking at the menu, which was simple and small, the guest would then let the server know what they would like to drink. Afterwards, the server would go to the back and Mr. D would show them how to put the order into the computerized system. The servers would then go back and ask the guest what they would like as an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. After each order the server went back to enter the orders into the computer. When the first groups of servers were done and the guests had gotten their pricey checks, the groups would switch roles and do it all over again. All in all it was a great experience and it taught the students a little bit about what the front and back of the house from a server’s perspective is like. E
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2014
The New Year Brings New Laws Performing
Heather D. Alexander n January 1, 2014, more than 200 new laws went into effect in the state of Illinois; wgntv.com outlines six of these laws, which affect the majority of Illinois residents, on their website. One law in particular that will have a great effect on the RMU community is the littering of cigarette butts. Anyone caught tossing a cigarette butt can now be fined from $50 to $1500 since it is considered littering. To find a full list of the new 2014 laws visit http://wgntv.com/2014/01/01/new-illinois-laws-that-go-into-effect-in-2014/. E
What's New?
Concealed Carry- People will be allowed to apply for the right to carry guns
in their pockets or purses. Only those with State Firearms Owner ID cards will be allowed to apply for concealed-carry permits.
Legalization of Medicinal Marijuana- people will be able to
be prescribed medicinal marijuana only by a doctor who has a prior medical relationship with the patient. No more than 2.5 ounces of marijuana can be prescribed over a 2- week span.
17-Year-Olds Can Register to Vote- Most 17-year-olds in Illinois will
be able to vote. People who turn 18 by the General Election on November 4th can vote in the March 18th primary. To publicize this new law, the Cook County Clerk’s Office is setting up voter registration drives in February at city and suburban high schools.
Cell Phone Use on the Road- Illinois drivers will have to use hands-free
devices to talk on the phone. Emergency calls can still be made legally on handheld phones. Penalties will increase for drivers who injure or kill others in crashes caused by the use of a cell phone or other electronic device.
Speed Limit Increase- Most Illinois highways will increase speed limits from 65 to 70 miles per hour.
School Children’s Allergies and Epipens- The new law will financially
reward states allow schools to stock up on injectable epinephrine. These devices will be on hand in the event a child has a severe allergic reaction.
Arts Groups Expected to Hold Black History Month Festival Heather D. Alexander n Thursday, February 27th, the Performing Arts Department will be hosting its first Black History Festival in the form of a concert. The concert will consist of both choirs, Gospel and Concert, performing a small repertoire of gospel and Negro spirituals. “As far as I am aware, the Performing Arts program has not leaded such an event. Additional programs may have contributed to Black History Month in other ways, but I wish for our performing Arts Program to dive into American and music history,” said Hannah Andersen, choir director. Andersen also expects students to have fun. The music selection is filled with energy and joy, which is contagious. The goal is to create an interactive community that enjoys celebrating our history through song. The upcoming Black History concert is a way to honor what the month of February celebrates. “In December we sang Johannes Ockeghem’s Kyrie, a Renaissance Mass, and a contemporary piece by the new British composer, Philip Stopford. Our music is diverse and allows us to explore all aspects of our music history.” Andersen is hoping to grow an engaged community that has fun sharing music. At this point, no other activities will be added to how the Performing Art’s Program will be celebrating. If students are interested in joining either choir, they can contact Michael Zaremba at mzaremba@robertmorris.edu or Hannah Andersen at handersen@ robertmorris.edu. E
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February 7, 2014
Check Out These February Movies CHRISTIN ROLLET
Robocop
The Monument’s Men Starring George Clooney, Matt Damon, and Bill Murray, The Monument’s Men is based on a true story of the greatest treasure hunt in history. A group of museum directors, curators, and art historians are put through military training to become a World War ll platoon. This unlikely team takes on an impossibly mission given to them by FDR to save art stolen by the Nazi forces. They must cross the German border, find the art, and save everything before Hitler destroys it all. However, Germany states that if Hitler dies or Germany falls, the Nazis were going to destroy everything. But as the Monuments Men, as they were called, were in a race against time to avoid the demolition of 1000 years of culture. These men put their lives at risk to protect and defend mankind’s greatest achievements. Art was their culture, and way of life. If it was destroyed then so would their history.
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In the year 2025, OmniCorp is a company that specializes in robot technology. Their drones have been used for millions of years in other countries to help protect its people. However, now the company is wanting to bring the RoboCop to the United States. They see it fit that the U.S. will be more excepting if it is part robot part man. Alex Murphy is a husband, father, and cop who did his best to protect the city of Detroit however, he was critically injured in the line off duty. OmniCorp decides that he is the correct choice for the human half of the robot. The company envisions a RoboCop in every city in the United States allowing them to make billions for their stockholders. However, the man in the machine continues to perform justice unlike OmniCorp expected. Does he become dangerous to the public instead of pursuing peace? Find out February 12, 2014.
Endless Love Based off the Novel written by Scott Spencer, Endless Love stars Alex Pettyfer as David and Gabriella Wilde as Jade who become love interests. She comes from a world or privilege and power. She is never allowed out of her father’s sight especially with a boy. She left this world for David who is a charismatic boy whose instant desire sparks a love affair. Their love becomes more reckless when their parents try and keep them apart. Jade’s father believes that David has a criminal past so he starts to dig for hidden secrets. However, this does not stop them. David and Jade fight for their love, their endless love. February 14, 2014
February 28, 2014 Non-Stop Vampire Academy
February 7, 2014
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Vampire Academy is based on the series written by Richelle Mead. Zoey Deutch as Rose Hathaway and Lucy Fry as Lissa Dragomir are two seventeen year old girls who attend a hidden boarding school for peaceful vampires and half-human, half-vampire guardians. Rose is a guardian in training and her best friend Lissa is a royal vampire princess. They have been on the run and have been captured and have now been returned to St. Vadamir’s Academy. As Lissa tries to reclaim her status, Rose trains with her love-interest Dimitri in order to become the guaranteed guardian of Lissa. Rose does everything she possibly can to protect her best friend Lissa from evil vampires who hunt her and those who plan to exploit her in the academy. Will they survive?
Starring Liam Nelson from Taken, he portrays Bill Marks, a U.S. Federal Air Marshall, on a non-stop flight from New York to London. The flight is half way across the Atlantic Ocean when Bill starts to receive threatening text messages from an anonymous number. The unknown person states that he/she will kill one person every twenty minutes until 150 million dollars is transferred into an off shore account. When the bank account number happens to be under Bill’s name, he is said to be the hijacker of the plane according to the FBI. However, Bill does all that he can to continue trying to save the people aboard even when a bomb is discovered. How do you kill someone on a crowded plane and get away with it? Watch the movie to find out!
FREE Things To Do In The City Millennium Park JESSI BAHENA ith the spring quarter approaching us, this means nice weather and spring break will be well on its way. If your wallet is worrying you, no need to freak out, there are plenty of perks to being a student in this wonderfully huge city. If your feeling up to walking around for a couple of hours, you could simply walk around downtown Chicago and see all the land mark buildings and other architecture. If you feel like spending money, you may want to go ahead and check out the Skydeck in the Willis Tower. The Skydeck has a ledge
that you can see the entire city and see 4 states at once. There is also a nice bar inside of the Skydeck if you feel like being fancy. There are plenty of museums with free days. If you have your RMU ID card, you can obtain free entry into the Art Institute of Chicago. Navy Pier is always free, but the activities within Navy Pier will cost you. Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum of Science and Industry, and the International Museum of Surgical Science all have their own free day and times. So check the museums site for exact days and times. Aside from museums, there are plenty of other free attractions to see. There is free wa-
Chicago Art Institute
ter display at Buckingham Fountain every hour from Mid April- Mid October. If you want to see some animals but not pay an entry fee, The Lincoln Park Zoo has free entry seven days a week. There are plenty of beautiful parks within the city of Chicago that you could walk around. Most of these parks have beautiful gardens and sculptures that are on display. Some parks have free concerts and movies. But that’s more of a summer activity.
Another fun trip to make, considering you have a Ventra pass through RMU, you could always visit neighborhoods of Chicago. Most neighborhoods have their own art walks, farmers market, flee markets, and other local small shops and restaurants. If you want to check out other things to do in Chicago free or not, check out http://www.choosechicago. com/ and look up local attractions and events. E
If your feeling up to walking around for a couple of hours, you could simply walk around downtown Chicago and see all the land mark buildings and other architecture.
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Bar Louie: Offers Upon Offers JESSI BAHENA
ooking for a place that you and your friend can grab some food on the cheap? Most bars and restaurants provide daily specials, if they do not, they should! Bar Louie on Dearborn has a special for those whom are looking for a very cheap bite and a little bit of socializing. Eat, drink, and be happy is their motto. Tuesday is the day to be there. Bar Louie has $1 Burger 5pm until close every Tuesday. Cheese and other toppings are extra, but you cannot beat a burger for a dollar. You get to choose from beef, chicken, turkey, or a portabella burger. It is appetizing, and it is a better experience than going to a fast food chain and getting whatever is on the dollar value menu. The servers at Bar Louie are always friendly and very helpful, considering they get a huge crowd in sporadically. Lighting tends to be on the darker side,
but still nice and inviting. There is a diverse group of people that occupy Bar Louie. As a Robert Morris University staff has said “Bar Louie is decent for $1 Burger Night. The burgers are never dry and they pull a diverse crowd (college students, neighboring employees after work, regular customers). Though the toppings do add more to the bill but it will not break the bank. The only downside is that people must understand that it is a bar, so if you want a beer to wash it down with, you might end up paying more than intended too, stick with a cola or just water. Also, it gets packed so the earlier the better”. Besides their burger, Bar Louie’s other food and desserts are good as well. Most appetizers and dessert are no more than $10. Their small and large plates differ in price, but you will spend more than $10. Monday-Fri-
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day they are open 11am-2am, Saturday 11am-3am, and Sunday 10am-2am. Half priced select appetizers and flatbreads are from Monday-Friday 4pm7pm. The Dearborn location is at 47 W. Polk St. Chicago, IL 60605, and their phone number is (312) 347-0000. There are about 13 other Illinois locations. If
Dearborn is not your place, go on their website and look up a closer location at http://www.barlouieamerica.com. For those that are 21 and over, Bar Louie has $1 beer every Wednesday, all day. Enjoy select domestic bottles, they also $5 martinis on Wednesday as well. Eat good food and drink responsibly. E
TYSON BOSCO ne of the most extreme drinks out there that just about everyone knows of is, of course, the Long Island Iced Tea. It is known as the stand-alone drink when it comes to drinking alcoholic beverages. In fact, the ice and sweet & sour mix are the only materials in it not made of hard alcohol. Chicago has a drink that beats the Big Apple (I still have no clue why it is called that). It is superior for two reasons, it tastes more like what it is trying to represent (watermelon lemonade), and also that it does not even hint that it has alcohol in it. E
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3 parts Sprite
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2 parts Bacardi Limon
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Attitudes
Black Bean Quesadilla
That are saltier than the French Fries MYRANDA CATE ick’s Last Resort is a bar and restaurant chain known for its obnoxious staff and lively crowds. The chain consists of twelve restaurants throughout the US in cities like Nashville, Dallas, San Diego, Chicago, Boston, Orlando, Las Vegas, Panama City Beach and more. The owners’ original idea was to create a “fine dining” establishment but when it failed he decided to go sloppy. The restaurant has always been known for its outrageous and energetic wait-staff who inflict humor upon their guests. Located in the Marina City Towers in River North on N. Dearborn St., Dick’s overlooks the Chicago River. Inside you will find a lively crowd, delicious grub, cold drinks, and lots of laughs. It is a group-friendly restaurant and the guests are encouraged to join in on the fun or sit back and enjoy the show because it is never a dull moment with the crazy staff and entertainment. Andrew Gleason, a senior at Robert Morris was blown away with the restaurants set-up and the energy the staff displayed. “Where do you go when you’re having a bad day? You go to Dicks because they treat you like crap but they make you laugh,” Gleason says. It is not your ordinary restaurant; there are neon and tin signs posted about, beer caps nailed to the wall in the form of letters, picnic-style tables with no tablecloths, umbrellas set up inside with Christmas lights stringing from them, a motorcycle hanging in the corner, bras dangling above the bar, and an outdoor fence separating the bar from the dining area. You may even end up wearing a 2ft tall paper hat made by your waiter complete with a humorous slogan. Megan Tompkins, a junior on the women’s volleyball team celebrated her birthday at Dick’s Last Resort with a group of friends. “The place was pretty empty
so we had a lot of attention,” Tompkins says. This was her first time at Dick’s and it was very entertaining and something she definitely recommends to anyone who wants to do something new. “They basically show no interest in you and make fun of the things you order. It is nothing like a regular restaurant.” Dick’s menu consists of hamburgers, seafood, and barbecue items influenced by Southern cuisine for lunch, dinner, and late night fun. To start, Dick’s appetizers vary from fried pickle chips, crabby balls, a drunken shrimp cocktail, don’t be “shell-fish” dip” and plenty of more finger foods to start your meal off right and its all under $10.00. For lunch, Dick’s presents scrumptious salads, delicious burgers and sandwiches served with fries, and buckets of a range of meats. Try out their sirloin steak served with smashed taters and veggies for just $11.49, or their Asian-marinated firecracker salmon served with rice and veggies for $16.99. And the menu does not stop there, for dinner experience Dick’s delicious ribs and chicken, shrimp on a stick, tasty rib eye, or the catfish dinner with prices varying from $14.99 to $18.99. Finish off your meal with a desert to share; apple pie in the sky, not-yer-mama’s cheesecake or an extreme brownie meltdown. Dave Glazewski, the party planner at Dick’s, says that it is a fun place to work and it is nothing like other restaurants in the service industry. “This place lets you be yourself, do whatever you want, and let loose,” says Glazewski. They want their customers to have a great time because that is what it is geared towards. “It is kindergarten for adults,” Glazewski says. Not only is it an entertaining restaurant with obnoxious servers and wild décor, but the food is mouth-watering and well priced. It is an experience you and your friends cannot pass up. E
JESSI BAHENA uesadillas are always a good meal option when in a hurry and do not have many ingredients at your disposal. It also beats having to go to Taco Bell when Mexican food strikes your taste buds. These quesadillas were a product of having nothing having much left in the pantry and refrigerator. These quesadillas take about 15-20 minutes to prepare. If you have to buy these items at the grocery store, depending on what store you are at and quality of products, prices may differ. This meal should not cost you more than $10.
Ingredients:
1. Preheat broiler. Lightly coat it
with cooking spray, or any other oil you may have.
2. Using a larger skillet over medium heat, cook black beans, tomatoes, cumin, and garlic until liquids dissolve. Stirring occasionally.
3. Place tortillas on a cookie sheet. Fill half with some of the bean mixture (Don’t put too much, unless you want to eat a messy quesadilla) and then top that with half of the cheese. Fold over the tortilla again.
4. Place cookie sheet in the broil• 1 can of no-salted-added black beans (15 oz) • 1 can of low-sodium diced tomatoes with green chilies (15 oz) •
2 Tbsp of ground cumin
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1 Tsp jarred chopped garlic
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4 fajita size flour tortillas
• 1 cup of low-fat Mexican cheese blend
er for 3 to 5 minutes. But keep on eye on them so they do not burn. And then flip over for an additional 1 to 2 minutes so the other side can get crispy as well.
Not saying you have to use these items. By all means, you want sharp cheddar instead of Mexican cheese, go for it. You could even add some avocados, cilantro, sour cream, and onions on top of the quesadillas. Feel free to play with the ingredient and make it your own. It is easy to grab what is left in your pantry and make a meal out of it. E
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HE SAYS SHE SAYS THE TWO SIDES TO THE UKRAINIAN PROTESTS ernment is the equivalent of Pangaea: it is vastly changing and in constant shift for things to get into their proper places. Although it is clear that things are not working, smaller changes can build a stronger system while deleting every person and idea to start over seems rather overdramatic. Besides many of the cabinet members being replaced, the anti-protest laws getting annulled, and non-violent protestors being pardoned, Ukraine’s leadership lost even more. The government had "done everything to ensure the peaceful resolution of the
TYSON BOSCO ometimes people have just absolutely had enough. To some, it is expressed with words, whether pleasant or other, or it is done in a different sort of peaceful action, such as a compromise. To a select few, though, debates with the opposition have come to the point of using firebombs to express their demands. If anything, how that group made their point shows how difficult of a situation they are in. Ukraine has been in a bit of a crisis since November 21st, but it seems things are getting to a boiling point. Is it really forgivable though, on account of both sides? There have been many changes to the political climate in Ukraine in so many different ways; to put it mildly, the entire government structure has moved from straight-up communism into this new hybrid that steals little bits of the original communist governing style plus also a few of the best sections of a democratic body. It is imperfect, but compared to how things used to be, Ukraine has come a long way. To the many protesting in the country, though, what has been done has not been enough. The protests initially began in Kiev on Nov. 21 in reaction to [President] Yanukovych's rejection of the [European Union] deal (USA Today). The deal was that Ukraine, after this point, would have much stronger ties to the EU and, although it was not specifically stated, this agreement would also usher in stronger legislation that would lead to less presidential control. This event set off a chain of reactions, and after that, there have been many defining moments leading to the eventual use of destruction. One event in particular that set the stage, though, was a controversial anti-protest legislation. The decision [for Ukrainian parlia-
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conflict" and would do "everything possible to prevent bloodshed, an escalation of violence, and violation of citizen's rights", [Azarov] said (BBC News). This statement was spoken by a man who quit his job to save his country. "The country is sliding towards dictatorship and we must stop that," said Denis Nakhmanovich, a 33-year-old protester. "Molotov cocktails are louder than any empty words from politicians"(Fox News). A tyrant can be defined by how much fear they put into others; which one does that sound like to you? E
STACY ZAMSKAYA ment to annul this law] comes less than two weeks after the measures were introduced (BBC News). Not only did the “tough anti-protest law adopted on January 16th” (USA Today) fail to bring the demonstrations to a peaceful mark, but they actually made things a whole lot worse. What most do not understand is that the anti-protest laws were not enacted to stop protesting, they were created so those that were protesting would be seen in a more peaceful light. By labeling what was not acceptable in terms of speaking out against ones government, the law banned wearing helmets, creating blockades, and had “outlawed [placing] unauthorized tents in public areas and slandering of government officials” (BBC News). That was when protesters decided it was time to start lobbing Molotov cocktails. It is not always easy to pick a side when where one is standing makes all the difference in perspective, but that is what conflict is. Although one may not agree with a President’s decision, Viktor Yanukovych did not get into office being the only one voting for him. Ukrainian gov-
fter years of negotiations aimed at integrating Ukraine into the European Union, the Ukrainian president, Viktor Yanukovych, refused to sign a major partnership deal with the EU this past November. Yanukovych was highly pressured by Russia not to sign the bill and stated that his decision was a necessity of “national security”. Due to the president making this decision just days before the bill was to be passed, thousands of pro-EU Ukrainians congregated in the streets of the country’s capital, Kiev, asking the president to reverse his decision and to go ahead with the EU deal. What began as a peaceful protest eventually formed into a national upheaval, as both protestors and riot police turned to brutal violence. The nation deserves the democrat ic
freedom that was promised not only in 1990, but recently in 2004 during the Orange Revolution. As Ukrainians continue to fight for their rights in the streets of the country’s major cities, the government has to decide whether to succumb to the public’s demands. Various opposition leaders have taken control of the crowds, bringing upon the question of whether a civil war is imminent for the nation. Many Ukrainians are upset about the ongoing pressures which Russia induces over the nation. It is obvious that a large reason for Yanukovych’s refusal to sign the EU bill, especially at such late notice, is due to the Russian “bail
out” deal. On December 17th, Russian and Ukrainian authorities announced a major deal where Russia would buy $15 billion worth of Ukrainian government bonds and reduce the price of Russian gas sold to Ukraine as a way to help the failing Ukrainian economy. With the acceptance of this deal, Ukraine has to give up any efforts to join the EU, due to Russia’s stance with the European nations. Both pro-EU and nationalist leaders have joined together due to their hatred for Russian influence. The majority of the Ukrainian public has felt pressured by Russia for years and people are finally standing up for national independence. Instead of making policies to support the people’s views, the Ukrainian government keeps infuriating the protestors with the suggested solutions. First, Yanukovych has been publicly trying to “buy out” the protest leaders by offering them Prime Minister and cabinet positions. All of the leaders have refused these propositions because of the dire need for a democratic election system, where leaders are not appointed, but elected by the people. Second, Yanukovych further increased the protest by passing anti-protest legislation, which stated jail terms for any-
one barricading or occupying public buildings and banned wearing masks or helmets during demonstrations. Instead of ending the protests on January 19th, the riots turned deadly with this bill. As Western nations began to say that the Ukrainian leaders are promoting “anti-democratic” legislation with these laws, Yanukovych revoked the passing of the anti-protest laws. These protests have managed to bring together all of the opposition parties, suggesting that there is a common enemy, Viktor Yanukovych. For years, citizens have been waiting to join the EU and the president’s rash decision was the tipping point to people’s frustrations with the government. Ukrainian leaders are bringing the nation’s democracy to question with their authoritarian policies and corrupt tactics. When both the pro-West and nationalist parties join TCW hands, it is obvious that change needs to happen. The people will not rest until Yanukovych resigns, which seems to find myself walking at the early Think about it; how often do you worbe the only viable option after examinhours of the morning for a few rea- ry about how you will pay for rent or get ing how he has dealt with the situation. sons; crushing insomnia is just a your car fixed when playing a game of The Ukrainian people have fought long front for them. Sometimes there pool. It is in times of focusing on small, enough for democracy and they deserve is a feeling that everything is cav- specific tasks that the mind is free to the freedoms they've been fighting for. E ing in, all the pressures of the world just disengage from the heavier tasks and weighing down. It is a common feeling goals in one’s life. What most will not to experience anxiety at this age; the seem to realize is that doing any activity problem comes when those affected try that takes their mind off of their current desperately to find one solid answer for stressors is how people cope with the evwhat ails them. For most, the feeling of eryday life. Everyone has problems, and anxiousness and fear come from not get- everyone finds a way to work through ting away from reality enough. it. It is relaxing to drift away on what Most people assume that the only way is commonly referred to as a “mental MYRANDA CATE to escape reality is to do drugs or alco- vacation”. In fact, companies force their hol. One could say that it is the simplest employees to take bigger ones to ensure Andrew Gleason: Senior, Business Management. “…your Christmas break is 4 weeks way to get there, but only because of the these breaks are enacted, which is what shorter than your friends from other schools.” simple chemical changes that they place a regular vacation is for. on the brain. What most do not realize It is not that life is too much for peoAlyssa Ryan: Junior, Surgical Technology. “…you have taken a nap in the theatre though, is that this is not the only way to ple to handle; it is only overwhelming room on the 7th floor.” achieve the escape. Most activities offer when one has to face it endlessly. That a break from the lives we live; it is just is why sports were invented; that is also Christopher Greene: Senior, Health and Applied Science Studies. “…you have to show that most do not realize this and there- why all cultural art and casual activities your ID before entering the school.” fore label these activities as fruitless were created as well. The average peror wastes of time. The activities I refer son can only tolerate every responsibilStephen Hewitt: Junior, Allied Health Studies. “…it’s too cold to walk a block to class to are things like stamp collecting, art ity in his or her life for a certain amount from your dorm but you can make it to Panda Express.” creation, bowling, playing pool, watch- of time before needing a break from it ing movies, and seeing live concerts. To all. It is only when one steps away from Jonathan Gomez: Junior, Business Administration. “…you know giving your professome, activities such as these are costly the bigger picture that he or she is able sor a Reese's chocolate bar will earn you 10+ extra credit points on a final.” and serve only in the purpose of meet- to grow to understand it all entirely. ing and connecting with others. That Understanding why you live is the most Elizabeth Cate: Senior, Architectural Technologies. “…you spend the last 2 weeks of may be true, but that is not the whole beneficial way to coping and transcendeach quarter in the library with everyone else.” truth. These activities serve as a means ing from the average day. E to escape the lives we live. Rebecca Lourwood: Senior, Business Administration. “…you sigh with irritation at people on the elevator who press the button to go up/down one floor.”
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