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Sexual assault on campus: how Trump-era guidelines affect students MERRIT STAHLE Fashion Editor mstahle@smu.edu Imagine two drunk college students at a party. One student accuses the other of rape, but the accused believes he or she is innocent. How can the university handle the situation fairly?

“The system needs to be fair for all,” freshman Jared Rule said.

New rules The way sexual assault is handled faced turbulence after U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos rescinded an Obama-era law. Critics said her order could make proving sexual assault on college campuses more difficult.

One in five women and one in 16 men report being sexually assaulted in college, according to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center.

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Not on My Campus hosts a photo day each semester for students to speak out against sexual assault.

Not On My Campus president Madeline Findlen believes the number could be higher in reality.

“Sexual assault incidences are already underreported, with only 20 percent of female student victims ages 18-24 reporting to law enforcement,” Findlen said.

Not On My Campus is a student-led movement to end sexual assault on college campuses. The program originated at SMU and has spread to other campuses.

In 2015, a study published in Violence Against Women found that false allegations of sexual assault are between two and 10 percent.

In 2011, the Obama administration changed guidelines

under Title IX. The new guidelines allowed higher education to use the lowest standard of proof to decide whether a student is responsible for sexual assault.

DeVos’ new guidelines, however, allow colleges not to use those guidelines. DeVos’ guidelines use only “clear and convincing evidence” when deciding if a student is guilty of sexual assault.

DeVos’ guidelines are “a step in the right direction” and “appear to have good intentions,” freshman Ellie Diefenbach said.

But others believe taking away the protections put in place by the Obama administration is a setback.

DeVos’ guidelines are “a huge step backwards in changing this culture that subjects women to having to go to school in an environment where they are not protected from sexual harassment and violence,” said Dallas County Criminal Court judge Nancy Mulder, who has heard many sexual assault cases.

“While we and other universities wait to learn more from the Department of Education, it’s important to note that any changes in federal guidelines will not affect SMU’s commitment to prevent and end sexual misconduct,” said Vice President for Student Affairs K.C. Mmeje.

DeVos’ orders, issued in September, urge universities to take sexual assault behaviors seriously and continue to spend money on counseling. But DeVos also believes the rules need to be fair, which means creating a fair system for the accused.

“The process must also be fair and impartial, giving everyone more confidence in its outcomes,” DeVos said in a statement to the media.

Many students believe the system needs to treat both people in sexual assault situations with equality.

“The first step to gender equality is true gender equality,” senior Caelan Colburn said.

Sexual assault at SMU SMU has struggled in dealing with sexual assaults in the past.

A 2012 investigation by The Daily Campus uncovered more than 100 reports of sexual assault in 25 years. Police chief Richard Shafer could recall only one case in which suspects were successfully prosecuted since he joined the force in 1999.

During the fall 2017 semester, three cases of sexual assault were reported, according to SMU police records.

One of those cases, as well as a case of forcible fondling, resulted in Title IX referrals. Two cases are still active.

Three forcible sex offenses were reported on the SMU campus in 2015 and eight forcible sex offenses on SMU’s main campus in 2016, according to the 2016 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

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U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos speaking at the 2017 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland.

Three forcible sex offenses on campus were not reported to the police but were reported to other campus officials in 2014. In 2016, six forcible sex offenses on campus were reported to officials, but not to the police.

The statistics show that both forcible sex offenses reported and not reported to the police have increased over the last year.

“SMU students will be alerted of any changes to university policy,” Student Senate president David Shirzad said.

Findlen said that regardless of policy changes, people should not stop the momentum against sexual assault on college campuses, including social media movements, programs to educate people about the issues and safety awareness.

“We do not want to lose the progress we are making,” Findlen said.

How to combat assault Findlen encourages students to raise awareness of sexual assault and attend future Not On My Campus events. The group distributes information on campus, even at football games, and accepts donations.

Students should be aware of SMU’s crime prevention procedures. Emergency blue-light phones across campus connect directly to the SMU police. Students can also download the app Tapride, a safety escort service that gives students free rides 7 p.m. to 3 a.m daily.

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Reports of Uber assault question safety of service CHASE PIPER Contributing Writer cpiper@smu.edu An SMU student called an Uber after a fun Thursday night out with friends.

“I called the Uber unaware of how the night would turn,” the student,

who has chosen to remain anonymous, said.

The student got into the car alone and headed home for the night.

“At first he seemed kind. I never imagined that I would be the victim of sexual assault,” the student said.

Like that student, other

young men and women in the Dallas community get into Ubers without knowing that their lives could change forever.

In November, a class action suit was filed against Uber by riders alleging assault by their Uber drivers.

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possible to continue using low-cost, woefully inadequate background checks on drivers and has failed to monitor drivers for any violent or inappropriate conduct after they are hired.

Nothing meaningful has been done to make rides safer for passengers — especially women. This is no longer an issue of ‘rogue’ drivers who act unlawfully.”

With countless stories of sexual assault and abuse in the Dallas community as well as other states, there are still ways to stay safe when riding in an Uber.

Former SMU police officer Nick Novello is now a strong advocate for the safety of civilians.

Novello speaks against the lack of policeman in Dallas and explains that given the circumstances with an Uber, the safety lies most prominently in the hands of the passenger.

“The burden lies on a young lady or a guy who’s going to use Uber to be extremely wise in how they use Uber,” Novello said.

Novello explained that the there is no telling which Uber driver can be unsafe.

“There are so many drivers, you wonder if so many guys who’ve

slipped through the cracks have not been bedded,” Novello said.

Novello believes that people using the application to get home can try to avoid those instances even when placed in a bad situation.

As a strong advocate for the safety of those involved heavily in the Dallas community, Novello advises people to ride with a group.

“How you really circumvent that is you simply don’t go or do anything by your lonesome with Uber or any other cab company,” Novello said.

Despite some horror stories, Uber takes precautions with its drivers.

Mark Pozuelos, an Uber driver of two years, explains the process of becoming an Uber driver and gives tips on staying safe.

“All applicants must go through a background check,” Pozuelos said.

“They must pass and they have to have a clean driving record, or they will not be hired.”

Although Pozuelos mentions that there is regulation as to who is chosen to be an Uber driver, the website fails to acknowledge the strict process applicants go through to become drivers.

According to Julie Bawden Davis, an advocate for saving money, speculations exist as to how intense the application process is for the applicants.

She explains that Uber drivers may not have the driving or criminal backgrounds needed for a safe Uber driver.

Uber’s website also gives helpful tips on staying safe, and Pozuelos made great points about the safety of Uber riders.

“Always sit in the back seat. The app tells you where you’re going so it is important to share your ride with a friend or relative when riding alone,” Pozuelos said.

“If you know that you will be consuming alcohol, always have a friend ride with you,” Pozuelos said.

“The buddy system is the most important way of staying safe.”

Uber is a taxi cab application intended for those needing a safe ride.

Following precautions can help ensure the passenger safety.

Uber’s website says any passenger should share their ride and follow their location on the application.

Uber also encourages passengers to give feedback about their ride to help improve their customer experience.

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Cliburn competition coming to campus — a first for Dallas KYLIE MADRY Editor-in-Chief kmadry@smu.edu courtesy of SMU Dining

Dining center cashier is campus treasure CALEB SMITH Contributing Writer caleb@smu.edu For many SMU students, a trip to the dining center in Umphrey Lee just wouldn’t be worth it without Derrick Page there to greet us.

Wearing his trademark black coat and a black cap tilted to the side, Page offers friendly advice, wisdom and, when we’re down, a kind word.

“I think Derrick provides a sense of belonging to the SMU community because he makes everyone feel at home,” Spanish major Samantha Currey said.

“If you ever don’t have anyone to talk to or feel lonely, Derrick is the one person that can make you feel like you’re important.”

Page, the dining center’s cashier, has been a beloved fixture on campus for nearly 10 years.

He said his favorite part of the job is greeting the students and encouraging them to be their very best every day.

“I’m the first person they see when they walk through the door and the last person they see when they leave,” Page said.

“I do it for the students; that’s why I work here.”

Page lived most of his life in Inglewood, California.

He moved to Dallas in 1980 in search of a better opportunity.

“I wanted to come to Dallas because I felt it was the right fit for my family and because of the amazing job opportunities that Dallas presents,” Page said.

Page landed a job on the Hilltop as a cashier in 2006.

He greets students as they enter Umphrey Lee, swiping their meal

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Derrick Page swipes a student into Umph.

cards and granting them access to the dining hall.

It’s no surprise to students that Page was awarded SMU Staff Member of the Year in 2014 for his enthusiastic attitude and upbeat spirit.

“If I’m having a bad day, I know Derrick can cheer me up with one of his motivational speeches and with his kind presence,” journalism major Justin Chang said.

This feature is part of SMU Campus Weekly’s series, Unsung Heroes, which profiles those who contribute to the SMU community,

For the first time ever, a Cliburn competition will take place in Dallas.

In fact, the 2019 Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition will take place partially on campus, Meadows announced Jan. 10.

The competition, for pianists ages 13 to 17, is the younger sister to the high-profile Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, which accepts budding stars ages 18 to 30.

While the preliminary rounds will take place on campus, the final round of

the Junior Competition will be held at the Meyerson Symphony Center, where three finalists will perform full concertos with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

Fort Worth is the permanent home of the Cliburn and was also the home of its namesake: pianist Van Cliburn.

“We have no intention of lessening our presence in Fort Worth,” Jacques Marquis, Cliburn Foundation president and CEO, said in a release.

However, holding the Junior Competition in Dallas will “expose the Cliburn to a greater audience base in the region, as well as bring fantastic new partnerships with

SMU, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, and more to come,” Marquis said.

Alessio Bax, SMU artistin-residence and winner of the Leeds and Hamamatsu piano competitions, will chair the jury.

“The new developments of the Junior Competition, with its association with my dear alma mater, SMU, and the wonderful Dallas Symphony Orchestra are sure to make it the most exciting event of its kind and most importantly, an excellent and inspiring springboard for young talents from all over the world,” Bax said.

The competition will take place in May and June of 2019.

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What’s new to look forward to on Netflix KELLY KOLFF Assoc. A&L Editor kkolff@smu.edu

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There’s never a limit to how much binge watching is too much. Here are some highlights of what’s new on Netflix this month.

For dark humor and questionable decisions: The End of the F***ing World The dark and witty series “The End of the F***ing World” follows James (“Black Mirror‘s” Alex Lawther), a high school student who is convinced that he is a psychopath ready to kill. Alyssa (Jessica Barden) a self-made outcast who isn’t afraid to speak her mind. Together they form an unlikely alliance that leads to a life-changing journey.

For an existential crisis: Black Mirror: Season Four The much-anticipated fourth season of Charlie Brooker’s sci-fi horror anthology premiered Dec. 29 after months of speculation from fans. A thoughtful portrayal of what our futures could look like, “Black Mirror” has

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the reputation for leaving the viewer uneasy and confused, but entertained.

For those who feel unlucky in love: Lovesick: Season Three Netflix’s “Lovesick” follows Dylan, a single man in his twenties who has little luck with love as he revisits his previous partners upon discovering that he has contracted a sexually transmitted disease. Episodes are presented mainly through flashbacks that show the growth of Dylan and his friends, Luke

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and Evie, as they navigate life and love. Season Three focuses on these core relationships more than the previous two seasons do.

If you miss the good ol’ days: Bring It On It’s the year 2000 again, and the cheerleaders of Rancho Carne High School are about to compete for their sixthstraight national title. Starring Kirsten Dunst and Eliza Dushku, “Bring It On” is a smart, humorous satire on the cheerleading world that doesn’t take itself too seriously. If you’re one for chick flicks with wit, this cult classic is perfect for you.

If you love the classics: The Godfather (Parts I, II and III) To ring in the new year, Netflix added the entire “Godfather” trilogy to its library. The 1972 Frances Ford Coppola classic focuses on a New York crime family in the 1940s and is widely dubbed one of the greatest films in history.

Starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino, “The Godfather” is the perfect film for movie fans and lovers of drama.

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Predicting the 2017 Oscar nominations RILEY COVEN Arts and Life Editor rcoven@smu.edu

Every year at the annual Academy Awards filmmakers, actors, musicians and more garner recognition for their work in the form of a small golden statue.

This year’s Oscars are set for March 4 and the anticipation is mounting.

Before the show can begin however, nominations must be made and that day is on the horizon.

On Jan. 23, the academy will announce their nominations for the 90th Oscars.

2017 saw immense talent on both sides of camera so picking out the very best is no easy task.

Whether these people and films get nominated or not, they are certainly deserving of recognition.

The Shape of Water “The Shape of Water” should be in contention for most major awards.

Richard Jenkins deserves a nod for Actor in a Supporting Role and as does a captivating Sally Hawkins for Actress in a Leading Role.

The two give extremely compelling and emotional performances.

Hawkins’ is especially impressive as her character is mute and doesn’t speak for the entirety of the film. Her ability to communicate without language is truly spectacular.

Dan Lausten’s cinematography also deserves a mention as does Luis Sequeira’s costume design.

The two most impressive aspects of the film, however, are Alexandre Desplat’s score and Guillermo Del Toro’s direction.

The film’s music underlays

the beauty and passion of its unique story and brings it to life.

While these artists are all deserving, there is none more so than the film’s director, Guillermo Del Toro.

“The Shape of Water” is Del Toro’s passion project that he’s been lovingly cultivating for years and his devotion has absolutely paid off.

The story is a beautiful romance in the most unlikely of circumstances.

Del Toro deftly managed to weave themes of love, communication, art, relationships and loneliness together in a beautiful tapestry of color and sound.

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Fresh off a night of success at the Golden Globes, culminating in a win for Best Picture, it’s hard to imagine “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” not having a similar performance at the Oscars.

Martin McDonagh will no doubt see a nomination for Directing and Frances McDormand is a favorite for Actress in a Leading Role.

Perhaps the film’s best candidate is Sam Rockwell for Actor in a Supporting Role.

Rockwell won a Golden Globe as well for his portrayal of Dixon, one of the town’s police officers.

It’s not out of the question to see him follow up with another win as well.

The film will no doubt also have a nomination for Writing (Original Screenplay), a tight and heartfelt script that McDonagh also penned.

The film was perhaps the biggest winner at the Golden Globes and that’s not necessarily an indication of success at the Academy Awards but “Three

Billboards” is a strong film that could easily take down the competition.

Lady Bird Greta Gerwig’s coming of age film, “Lady Bird” has been one of the most successful in the awards season.

Another shoe-in for a Best Picture nomination, the film has a plethora of talent on both sides of the camera.

Gerwig herself was left out of directing contention at the Golden Globes, and it would be a shame if it happens again at the Oscars.

Her control and steady hand put together a beautiful story about family and friendship and shouldn’t be overlooked again.

She will also no doubt be recognized for her screenplay, another award worthy piece of the film.

Saoirse Ronan has a genuine shot to win Actress in a Leading Role as well, as her performance as the titular Lady Bird is utterly captivating.

Laurie Metcalf also deserves to be in contention for Actress in a Supporting Role as her turn as Lady Bird’s mother leads to some intense and unforgettable scenes.

Dunkirk “Dunkirk” will surely be nominated for a few categories as well, as it is a particularly impressive piece of filmmaking.

A classic Hans Zimmer score is impossible to overlook as he churned out yet another hauntingly beautiful backdrop to the bleakness of the film’s story.

The film is a technical marvel and will easily be nominated for Cinematography, Editing, Sound Editing, Sound

Mixing and Visual Effects.

The most notable nomination for “Dunkirk” will likely be Christopher Nolan for Directing.

His film is an incredible story and the use of time and silence truly makes it a standout piece of work.

It’s arguably the best he’s made, and that’s saying something.

The Post “The Post” is a classic awards season film -- a Steven Spielberg helmed movie with performances from Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks and a terrific ensemble cast.

As she appeared in a film during the year, Streep will surely continue her dominance in the Actress in a Leading Role category.

Hanks gave a commanding performance as well but in a

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Christopher Nolan’s epic, “Dunkirk,” will surely see multiple technical nominations.

year with so many talented actors, he might not make the cut.

The film will no doubt see some technical awards as well and has an outside shot for cinematography.

Its beautiful footage of printing presses and newspaper creation was marvelous and might be the extra push needed for Janusz Kaminski to receive a nomination.

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Mustangs shock No. 7 Wichita State PHIL MAYER Assoc. Sports Editor pmayer@smu.edu Going into the game, SMU was playing its worst basketball of the Tim Jankovich era. The Mustangs had lost three straight games, and a fourth seemed inevitable as No. 7 Wichita State loomed on their schedule.

But no one told that to Shake Milton, who poured in 33 points as the Mustangs stunned the Shockers 83-78.

“To come in here and do this is just amazing,” Jankovich said on the ESPN telecast after the game.

“Our guys could not have played better.”

While the win is huge for SMU, it may turn out to be a pyrrhic victory.

Jarrey Foster went down clutching his knee early in the first half and did not return. Foster is SMU’s most versatile player, providing scoring, defense and rebounds for the Mustangs.

He also has a history of knee injuries, as he tore his ACL in high school.

The win was not easy to pull off for SMU, as Wichita State made a pair of second half surges to threaten SMU’s lead.

With just more than 13 minutes remaining in the second half, a Conner Frankamp 3-pointer brought

Wichita State within one point of SMU, but the Mustangs responded with an 8-0 run.

Six of those points came from Milton.

Then with 2:06 left, Milton launched a 3-pointer to extend SMU’s lead to 11, but the Shockers quickly battled back, embarking on an 11-3 run in the next minute-and-a-half to cut the lead to three.

SMU was able to seal the game with two clutch free throws from Milton, one free throw from Jimmy Whitt and a spree of missed 3s by the Shockers.

Milton seemed to come up huge whenever SMU

needed a basket.

He dominated Wichita State in the pick and roll, draining jumpers when defenders gave him space and driving into the lane when they pressed him.

“When you see a guy do that, you see a guy’s heart, not going to let the team lose,” Jankovich said.

SMU had to overcome foul trouble Wednesday night. Ethan Chargois and Ben Emelogu both missed key minutes in the second half with four fouls.

A shorter bench forced Jankovich to lean on unexpected players for key minutes down the stretch.

Jahmal McMurray is one player who stepped up, bouncing back from a rough trio of games with 16 key points off the bench.

It was clear that SMU missed Foster at times.

Without their rebounding leader, the Mustangs were bullied on the glass, allowing 11 offensive boards to the Shockers.

The Mustangs shot a scorching 63.8 percent from the field, largely due to Milton, who nailed 11 of his 14 shots. Many of those were contested and some of them were far behind the 3-point arc.

Across from Milton was his top competitor for AAC

Player of the Year, Wichita State guard Landry Shamet.

Shamet had an outstanding game in his own right, recording a double-double with 20 points and 10 assists.

Shaquille Morris added 17 points for the Shockers.

The win is SMU’s first over an AP top-10 opponent since it beat No. 10 Houston in 1982.

The Mustangs now have three top-15 wins, adding this one to victories over No. 2 Arizona and No. 14 USC. The loss was Wichita State’s first conference loss of the season and thus its first since joining the AAC.

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Current, former rowers allege inadequate medical treatment in Title IX suit JAKE EICHSTAEDT Sports Writer jeichstaedt@smu.edu Former and current members of the women’s rowing team filed a Title IX lawsuit against SMU Jan. 19.

The lawsuit alleges that SMU discriminated against the female athletes on the rowing team by “providing the team with unequal funding and second class resources.”

Those allegations are directed at the coaches, the training staff and the athletic department.

Four of the former rowers — Kelly McGowan, Jessica Clouse, Lindsay Heyman and Meghan Klein — were present Friday at a conference announcing the suit.

Other plaintiffs include Sydney Severson and Rebekah Tate, as well as two others identified as Jane Roe 1 and Jane Roe 2.

“SMU has treated Title IX as a numbers game,” said Alex Zalkin of the Zalkin Law Firm, who is representing the plaintiffs with

Shelia Haddock.

Title IX requires that SMU have the same number of teams for male and female student athletes, but Zalkin also points out that they must be afforded equal medical attention and opportunity to coaches and training staff.

Each plaintiff suffered labral tears in one or both hips during their time as a student athlete at SMU and has had or will have surgery to repair the hip.

The rowers claim they were told by doctors to expect to have other surgeries to either repair or completely replace the hip. These injuries are considered rare and require many months of rehabilitation.

“We know of at least 15 girls or more possibly just in the last eight years with the same exact injury,” McGowan said at the conference announcing the lawsuit. “I am almost positive that if there were 15 football players or 15 basketball players that had the same injury by the same coaches in eight years, I do not believe [SMU] would

have let that go on.”

When asked if the rowers knew any other girl that they rowed with in high school who did not attend SMU had suffered a similar injury, the four plaintiffs could think of only one.

Heyman said she was told to compete with a hairline fracture in her spine. That injury was diagnosed after she competed.

The sport uses two styles of rowing: sweeping and sculling. Sculling is using two oars on either and sweeping is using one oar on both sides.

Heyman says the team’s coach, Doug Wright, attempted to blend the two styles together but could not say if the hybrid stroke style definitively attributed to the hip tear.

“My injury was not diagnosed by the SMU doctors,” McGowan said.

She says it took her a full nine months until she received proper medical care for her injury, which ultimately required surgery. McGowan was medically disqualified in January 2017.

Members of the SMU Rowing Team are alleging negligence in a Title IX suit against SMU.

The suit claims the girls were overexerted in the weight room with minimal supervision while performing Olympic lifts. The rowers claim they were often told to go up in weight after every lift, resulting in a compromise of proper form. If they did not go up in weight, the rowers were told they were not trying hard enough.

SMU hired new trainers in 2015. Heyman, who has graduated, was informed of the new hire and that she had been performing the Olympic lifts incorrectly with “virtually no coaching or supervision.”

Until 2016, the team shared its one trainer with the football team, and the suit alleges that the trainer would favor treating a football player over a rower.

“I still love SMU,” Clause said. “I still support the football team. I still support the school in general. But the athletic department has issues that they were aware of and didn’t do anything about.”

In a statement to SMU Campus Weekly, the school said, “SMU’s foremost

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concern is always for students’ health and well-being. For student-athletes, in particular, our goal in our training programs is to emphasize and support health, fitness and injury prevention. While the University does not comment on pending litigation, SMU is committed to complying with Title IX in its athletic programs

and throughout the campus.”

SMU was found to be in violation of Title IX in 2014. That instance was not about athletics, but a lack of proper response to reports of sexual assault.

No court date is set at this time.

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After #MeToo and Aziz Ansari, it’s time to take a look at what consent really means KYLIE MADRY Editor-in-Chief kmadry@smu.edu The floodgates of assault allegations burst open last year after a damning investigation into Harvey Weinstein — and after him, numerous powerful, and before untouchable, men have fallen as well.

But in January, the #MeToo movement took a turn after a relatively unknown site, Babe, published an account by a woman known as “Grace.”

“Grace” calls a date night with actor and comedian Aziz Ansari “the worst experience with a man I’ve ever had,” and emphasizes that what happened that night, from her perspective, was sexual assault.

But this story takes a sharp departure from the numerous reports that have come before it. It’s not about men who abused their power in the workplace, and it doesn’t involve numerous victims.

Babe, instead, relies on a single woman’s tale of a date with someone she liked, before he became aggressive upon returning to his apartment.

According to Grace, Ansari ignored her (voiced) concerns and repeatedly tried to pressure her for sex. After she told him she didn’t “want to feel forced,” Ansari suggested the pair “chill on the couch.” It was then that he reportedly “sat back and pointed to his penis and motioned for me to go down on him.”

Eventually, Grace left his apartment in tears.

Ansari, in a statement released after the Babe piece was published, said that he was “surprised and concerned” to learn that the encounter hadn’t been completely consensual.

The response to the piece was swift and divisive.

Some have called it painfully relatable — and for our culture to understand that these incidents, too, are assault.

Others have called it unforgivably irresponsible journalism and “the worst thing to happen to the #MeToo movement.”

I don’t think either accusations are completely true — while Grace’s story is all too common, Babe’s storytelling damaged

its narrator’s credibility and looked weak in comparison to the meticulous products of other sexual misconduct reports.

But nevertheless, this piece has easily enabled a growing narrative — that the #MeToo movement has gone too far, that the public sphere’s reckoning is a witch hunt against men who aren’t mind readers.

Despite this, the conversation is still necessary, and probably more applicable than those around the reprehensible actions of the world’s Weinsteins.

Above all else, Grace’s experience tells the same story so many women, including myself, have endured rather than enjoyed. What she calls “sexual assault” is what many would call a “bad date” — and in the process, forces women to reexamine these experiences.

In doing so, her narrative shows how power dynamics can be tricky to navigate — the mainstream is finally catching up with what feminist literature has been examining for decades.

So many cues played into Grace’s decision making. While Ansari may not have thought so, he was in a position of power over his date. Beyond his manhood, his fame added more pressure onto the younger Grace.

Older feminists have accused Grace, and millennial women, of being weak — if she didn’t like it, why didn’t she just leave?

But Western womanhood has changed drastically from then to now — no longer is so much at stake from a sexual encounter.

It’s not so black and white, either. Grace liked this guy, and sex may have been a potential in the future, just not right now. Her internal conflict was to balance her desire to stop the encounter with her desire to please Ansari — again, something all too common among women.

I don’t think the #MeToo movement is done for, at least not yet.

But I do think it’s time to talk about consent, and the power dynamics inherent in hooking up.

While Grace and Ansari’s encounter may not have been as censurable as those involving Weinstein, encounters like theirs need to end, too.

No one deserves to leave a date in tears. No one deserves to feel like less. Time’s up.

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Can high fashion be cruelty-free?

MERRIT STAHLE Fashion Editor mstahle@smu.edu Fashion gurus and stylists often dismiss cruelty-free fashion brands due to their cheap appearance.

However, a handful of brands have proved that clothing and accessories can simultaneously be high fashion and ethically sourced.

Cult of Coquette, Delikate Rayne, Matt &Nat, and Vaute Couture are bringing new blood to the fashion industry.

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line. DR uses select vegan leather, both ecofriendly and PVC-free.

The craftsmanship is impeccable and the designs embody lavish minimalistic styles.

Looking for a new bag? Matt & Nat (which stands for Mat (t) erial + Nature), uses various vegan leathers to design simple, elegant bags.

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The linings inside are made of 100 percent recycled plastic bottles.

The company makes satchels, briefcases, yoga bags, bucket bags and much more!

And finally, one can’t forget Vaute Couture, the world’s first vegan fashion brand and the first vegan label to show at New York Fashion Week.

They specialize in coats and sweaters, just in time for the winter season. Vaute Couture uses organic and recycled fibers to create shockingly warm apparel.

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In 2014, Bebe Mehr founded her crueltyfree shoe line, Cult of Coquette. The heels come in two styles, the Azar and the Muse.

Mehr uses purely eco-friendly materials to create these high-fashion pumps.

For those that admire ethical modern luxury, Delikate Rayne is the premiere fashion

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Roma: the boots that give back MADISON PLOTT Contributing Writer mplott@smu.edu

Amor is a word we all know. Whether it’s said in Spanish or in Italian, we recognize its universal meaning: love.

Roma Boots is a rain boot company that centralizes its focus on love, which is why its name is amor spelled backwards. This Dallas-based rain boot company delivers a pair of rainboots to a child in a poverty abroad for every pair bought in the United States. Their mission: “giving poverty the boot.”

From Guatemala to Moldova, Roma has managed to deliver boots to countries all around the world.

Founder and CEO Samuel Bistrian says he started Roma Boots because he knew he wanted to make a difference in the world. As a former Neiman Marcus employee, he understood the fashion world, but his childhood in Romania also had an impact on his desire to end poverty.

“I was born in a small part of Romania with eight brothers and sisters,” he said. “I remember getting my first pair of hand-me-down rain boots at six-years-old and I remember how excited I was.”

Bistrian said he got his idea after meeting with the founder of Toms shoes. He said he loved the idea, but thought some kids needed shoes that would be more durable in certain climates.

“After I met with the owner of Toms, I realized there was a similar but different market open for my idea, so I ran with it,” he said.

Aside from giving impoverished children a pair of rain boots, Roma also focuses on education.

Bistrian mentioned in an interview that he wants to not only “give a man a cod for food,” but also “give him the tools to fish.”

Roma pairs up with many different programs around the world that promote the importance of education; they’re even in the process of building their own school in Romania.

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Boot drop in Guatemala, 2017

Most recently, Roma has teamed up with reality show TV star and public speaker Sadie Robertson to help spread their mission during her ‘Live Original’ tour. They have also paired up with Lionsgate Productions with the movie “Wonder” to spread awareness to #choosekind.

If you have any interest in volunteering, shopping or learning more about Roma, visit www.romaboots.com.

5 affordable shops in Dallas for family, friends CALEB SMITH Contributing Writer caleb@smu.edu The holiday season is past us, which means markdowns, sales and more. Snag gifts now for upcoming birthdays or celebrations.

Balling on a budget? Here are 5 shops in Dallas to check out: Pitaya Located on McKinney Avenue, Pitaya is a clothing and accessory store home to trendy, fashionable women’s clothing.

Ranging from rompers to denim clothes, Pitaya has a good range of clothing for every style that you’re looking for. They are currently offering an extra 20 percent off all sale items. Get there while it lasts.

3699 McKinney Ave. # 409, Dallas, TX 75204

T.J. Maxx Located in Caruth Plaza of off Interstate 75, T.J. Maxx provides customers with a plethora of options to purchase. They sell designer favorites like Polo Ralph Lauren.

Tommy Hilfiger, Express and many others.

They also sell technology accessories like phone chargers and headphones for an affordable price. As a first-come-first-serve type of store, you don’t want to miss out on the great deals they have.

9100 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75231

Buffalo Exchange Located on Greenville Avenue, this hip clothing chain is a buy-sell-and- trade clothing and accessory store. This a great way to find fashionable for an affordable price, as well as sell clothes that people can buy in the future. You might find your sister a neat pocket purse at this hole-in-the-wall store!

Check out The Daily Campus’ coupon book for a deal on your next Buffalo Exchange purchase.

3424 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75206

The Gypsy Wagon Located on Henderson Avenue, The Gypsy Wagon is a boutique store that sells handmade clothes, gifts and jewelry. Its southern style makes their stylish boots a hot commodity. If you’re looking for a special unique gift, this is the place for you!

2928 N. Henderson Ave., Dallas, TX 75206

Dolly Python Located on Haskell Avenue, Dolly Python is another hip boutique store with antique accessories. Like The Gypsy Wagon, Dolly Python has a large variety of cowboy boots.

1916 N. Haskell Ave., Dallas, TX 75204

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Dolly Python storefront