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Natural comfort food at Company Cafe
“Kill your Darlings” delights
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The emergence of Atlanta rap
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Mustangs face UConn Huskies
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Former speechwriter reflects on JFK, SMU Emily sims News Writer esims@smu.edu On Nov. 26, 1963, Willis Tate addressed the SMU community about the tragedy that struck the nation only a few days prior. Four days after John F. Kennedy’s assassination in Dallas, SMU President Tate gave a speech aimed to empower the university to move forward despite the difficult circumstances. Marshall Terry, an SMU English professor and Willis Tate’s assistant from 1957 to 1965, wrote a speech for Tate that was a “20 gun salute” and reminisced on JFK’s life. However, as the SMU community gathered in McFarlin Auditorium that night, the speech Terry wrote wasn’t the one Tate gave. Tate, who had completely disregarded Terry’s speech, decided to write his own. Terry, who retired from SMU in 2007 as the E.A. Lilly Distinguished Professor of English, said that at the time he was shocked by Tate’s rewriting of the speech, but now in hindsight realizes it was the appropriate move. “I had a written a speech for Willis Tate and we expected a 20 gun salute, an affirmation of everything [that] I had a written about Kennedy. He didn’t use a word of mine or anybody else’s and said we had to be positive about this and that he was going to set up a department of urban studies and that was something new in those days,” Terry said. According to Terry, the department of Urban Studies set up by Tate was successful and served the university
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Former SMU English Professor Marshall Terry
for 25 years. In addition to the announcement of the department of urban studies, Tate stated three areas of commitment the university would focus on in the aftermath of the assassination. Terry, who described the mood on campus as chaotic, now agrees with Tate’s decision to convey an uplifting message in his speech. In his first paragraph, Tate began his address recognizing the impact the assassination had on the nation and also the city of Dallas and SMU community as a whole. As Tate continued to the second paragraph, he began to change the mood of the speech from one of mourning to one of empowerment that he successfully carried throughout the rest of his speech. “Southern Methodist University, like all mankind, has been grieved and shocked over the assassination of our young president. As a corporate citizen of the Dallas community, the university has shared the shame and guilt that has been focused on the heart of Dallas, intensifying our contrite sadness. Out of
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The front page of the Sept. 19, 1989 edition of The Daily Campus celebrated the first win for the football team following the NCAA’s “death penalty.”
Memories of the miracle
Football game against UConn a rematch of a Mustang milestone Matthew Costa Associate Sports Editor mcosta@smu.edu Saturday’s football game featuring the University of Connecticut Huskies will not be the first time the SMU Mustangs have faced off against their Northeast rivals. On the contrary, the last time the Mustangs met UConn, the game was a wild back-and-forth affair that came to be known as the “Miracle on Mockingbird.” Coming off of the NCAA’s “death penalty,” which shut down all football-related activities on campus in 1987 and 1988, SMU’s ‘89 team was a short-handed band
Lecture
If anyone had been looking for an advertising student Tuesday night, chances are they could be found at the Angelika Dallas. Students and young professionals alike gathered in the small theater’s lobby prior to the annual Exxon Mobil Lecture Series: 1-in-3: A Documentary Look at America’s Dwindling Middle Class. The event aimed to inform advertising professionals about the daily struggles of the 1-in3 families in the United States living paycheck to paycheck through the short documentary and a panel discussion. The panelists included Rosalyn Rawitscher, the vice president and group planning Director of Publicis Dallas — the marketing and communications agency behind the film — SMU’s own Carrie La Ferle, an Altshuler Distinguished Professor at SMU’s Temerlin Advertising Institute, and Tim McGehee, the group account director for CiCi’s Pizza at Publicis. “After seeing the film and really understanding the target a little bit better with these insights it really become what you get for what you pay,” McGehee said.
up all hope of the team’s first win in three years. Quarterback Mike Romo led the team to three consecutive scoring drives, including the game-winner as time expired on a two-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Michael Bowen, to seal the deal. “Nobody believed in us, but we did,” Romo said after the game. “It’s a great feeling.” The Mustangs’ victory was the highlight of a season without many to be spotted, as that same squad would go on to lose all but one other game that season, but the victory over the Huskies earned its place in SMU lore. Gregg took the role of athletic
director following the 1990 season, but he has fond memories of his former squad, and the pro football hall-of-famer said as much in a 2012 interview with The New York Times. “I never coached a group of kids that had more courage,” he said. “They thought that they could play with anyone. They were quality people. It was one of the most pleasurable experiences in my football life. Period.” Although much has changed for the Mustangs football team in the 24 years since the original “Miracle on Mockingbird,” the resolve and dedication of that 1989 team in Ownby Stadium is something that should never be forgotten.
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Lecture provides glimpse into struggling middle class Brooke Bordeleon Contributing Writer bbordelon@smu.edu
of walk-ons and loyal players. Head coach and former Mustang great Forrest Gregg did his best to field a competitive lineup, but the lack of scholarships and practice time sanctioned away seemed almost too much to overcome for the Mustangs against any opponent. But on Sept. 19, 1989, the Mustangs faced off against the Huskies for an out-of-conference clash that brought a glimmer of hope to an otherwise dreadful first year back. Trailing late in the game by 16 points at 30-14, SMU staged an incredible comeback that was presented to an emptying Ownby Stadium after many fans had given
“It’s beyond messaging now, it’s really about concept change.” Through a series of interviews with local families struggling with the paycheck-topaycheck lifestyle, the film gives an in depth look at the daily lives of the “1 in 3.” It manages to pull at the heartstrings without imposing overly dramatized storylines upon the audience. The families in the film aren’t looking for pity; they are simply looking to tell their story. “They could have been my next door neighbor or coworker; and then something happens in their life whether it be a sick child, medical bills, a spouse or themselves being unemployed — and overnight their life changes,” Rawitscher said. “What was so inspiring to me was their resiliency and their sense of optimism — how they turned the struggle around and focused on things that really mattered to them.” Rawitscher, who helped manage online social content for Nestle Pure Life, used her own experience working for the company to demonstrate how advertising professionals are changing the conversation when it comes to lower income markets.
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SMU honors veterans with luncheon Kian Hervey Contributing Writer khervey@smu.edu SMU military veterans were honored Thursday at a luncheon in The Martha Proctor Mack Grand Ballroom in SMU’s Umphrey Lee Center. The second annual luncheon was hosted by SMU’s Office of the Provost and co-hosted by Central University Libraries, Division of Student Affairs and the Maguire Center for Ethics and Public Relations. Miguel Howe, a retired U.S. Army colonel and director of the Military Service Initiative at the George W. Bush Institute, was chosen as the special keynote speaker. As director of the Military Service Initiative, Howe is responsible for leading the Bush Institute’s work to honor the service and sacrifice of post-9/11 veterans, service members and their families. The Initiative works to unite the efforts of non-profits, businesses, universities, individual citizens and communities to empower all post9/11 veterans to continue to serve as national assets after they retire. During the event, SMU representatives collected toys for Toys for Tots and care package items to support active duty U.S. military service members. Chief Richard A. Shafer of SMU’s Police Department introduced SMU’s Color Guard for the Presentation of Colors. The
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Lance Corporal Brooklyn Edwards and Sergeant Nicholas Stinson eat lunch at Thursday’s event.
Color Guard consisted of SMU Police members and Highland Park public safety officers. Paul W. Ludden, SMU’s provost and vice president for academic affairs, greeted the military veterans, their family members and guests. “You are our heroes. You have selflessly and nobly served. We thank you for answering the call of duty. You, our armed forces, are the most respected in the world,” Ludden said. Veterans, members of the SMU community, faculty, staff and
volunteers enjoyed lunch and guest presentations from SMU’s Chief Information Officer Joe Gargiulo, President of U.S. MilVets of SMU Brandon Montgomery and Vice President of Cox Veterans in Business Blake Helm. As the keynote speaker Colonel Howe took the stage, he addressed the veterans as a “vast, untapped natural resource and treasure.” Academic research validates that veterans enhance the organization and general effectiveness of any organization relative to their peers who have not served in
uniform. These veterans are social entrepreneurs, ready to serve in a different way with a renewed sense of purpose. Howe talked about a conversation he overheard between the CEOs of USAA, 7-Eleven and Boone Pickens. “They said hiring veterans was not just the right thing to do for their companies, but it was the smart thing to do,” Howe said. Howe encouraged people to support veterans with their transition and integration so they can continue to lead and serve in new meaningful ways.
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Natural dishes taste like comfort food at Company Cafe Mallory Ashcraft Food Editor mashcraft@smu.edu
Nestled right along the Katy Trail is a place where people gather in the company of likeminded health foodies and friends for their version of comfort food — dishes made with local and organic ingredients, grass-fed meats and gluten-free alternatives. On the patio at the Company Cafe, strands of glowing lightbulbs overhead and rustic wooden tables create a cozy, charming atmosphere. Inside, the neighborhood restaurant has a warm, coffeehouse vibe. The restaurant will please those who enjoy clean cooking with quality ingredients and anyone else who likes to eat. A new location recently opened on Lower Greenville, and it radiates the same intimate and casual environment. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, the Company Cafe offers food that will nourish a healthy palate and satisfy comfort food cravings. The Beat, a simple breakfast dish, came with two cage-free eggs served any style with avocado, tomato and bacon and a side of toast (with a delicious berry jam). The Personal French Press coffee made it a well-balanced breakfast. The Company Migas came with tender strips of chicken breast
FRIDAY November 15 America Recycles Day, HughesTrigg West Bridge, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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The sauteed shrimp was served over warm parmesan herb risotto, and the bed of spinach underneath paired well.
Although the chocolate peanut butter cake was a little dry, the peanut butter cream frosting dusted with cocoa and the peanut butter chocolate chip filling in the center made up for it. Company cafe is located by Katy Trail.
with bell peppers and onions, served in white corn tortillas over a bed of black beans, scrambled eggs and feta. The menu also offers buttermilk pancakes and gluten-free pancakes and waffles. The pulled pork sandwich meat was smoky and juicy, and topped with pickle slices and a homemade barbeque sauce. The gluten-free bun wasn’t as moist as a regular bun (also available), but otherwise it didn’t detract from the meat and would be a pleasing option for someone who is gluten-intolerant.
location, the shrimp risotto was a rich and savory dish that was perfect for the first cold night of the season. The herbed risotto had the flavor of basil and parmesan, and the sauteed shrimp tasted fresh and flavorful. Underneath was a bed of raw spinach that had started to wilt from the warmth of the pesto, blending perfectly with the creamy consistency of the rice. It made the dish. The Company Cafe has a refrigerated case stocked with
freshly baked gluten-free cakes, cookies, brownies and a few other pastries. The strawberry cake was wonderfully moist and luscious, but the peanut butter cake tasted slightly dry until it came to the addictive peanut butter frosting in the middle. Not only is the Comapany Cafe excellent with handling gluten-free restrictions, but they will also happily accommodate other dietary restrictions, such as dairy-free.
terference with Public Duties/Resisting Arrest/Possession of Fictitious License or ID. A student was cited, arrested and booked into the University Park Jail for being intoxicated, interfering with police duties and resisting arrest. Another student was also referred for underage drinking and having a fake ID. Closed.
at this location. UPFD and officers responded but the smell dissipated and could not be found. Closed.
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All of the smokehouse sandwiches and tacos come with a choice of chopped brisket, pulled chicken or pulled pork. The Baja Tower starter dish came with guacamole, pico de gallo, seasoned sauteed shrimp and homemade corn tortilla chips. Served in a bowl, it was a great portion size for sharing. The main dinner menu is where one can really see the subtle genius behind the concept of this restaurant. The beef short ribs and pesto-risotto were two
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November 17
Football vs. Connecticut, Ford Stadium, 2 p.m.
Volleyball vs. Memphis, Dedman Center, 1 p.m.
Crossing Borders Dialogue, Hughes-Trigg Forum, noon to 1 p.m.
MONDAY November 18 Animals, People, the Environment and “One Health,” Heroy Building Room 153, 3 p.m to 4:15 p.m.
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Women’s basketball vs. Mississippi Valley State, Curtis Culwell Center, 7 p.m.
Men’s basketball vs. Texas State, Curtis Culwell Center, ESPN3, 7 p.m.
particularly savory and filling dishes, and anyone can enjoy chicken-fried steak that is grass-fed and gluten-free. The braised short ribs were fork-tender and fell from the bone, yet the high-quality beef was relatively lean. The meat had an excellent flavor and was complemented with barbeque sauce and crispy fried onions on top. It was served over a bed of sauteed spinach and also came with a sweet potato mash. At the Lower Greenville
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11:22 PM. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor/Possession of Fictitious License or ID. Boaz Hall - Outside front door. A student was cited, arrested and booked into the University Park Jail for underage drinking and having a fake ID. Closed 12:42 AM. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor. Boaz Hall. A student was referred to the Student Conduct Officer for underage drinking. Closed. 1:33 AM. Public Intoxication/Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor/In-
2:01 PM. Possession of Marijuana/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia/Places Where Weapons Prohibited. A student was referred to the Student Conduct Officer for having weapons, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Closed. 6:22 PM. Fire Alarm. Heroy Science Building. A burning smell was reporting
NOVEMBER 8 12:30 AM. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor. McElvaney Hall. Two students were referred to the Student Conduct Officer for underage drinking. Closed. 1:16 AM. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor. Moore Hall. Two students were referred to the Student Conduct Officer for underage drinking. Closed.
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JFK screening, lecture tonight, free admission Courtney spalten A&E Editor cspalten@smu.edu In observation of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the Meadows Division of Film and Media Arts and the Division of Journalism present a free screening and lecture. Screening and lecture: Covering a Crisis takes place tonight from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at O’Donnell Hall in Owen Arts Center. The screening will feature the G. William Jones Film and Video Collection’s new footage of the JFK assassination. Kennedy was assassinated
on Nov. 22, 1963 while visiting Dallas. The Jones Collection, part of the Hamon Arts Library at SMU, includes more than 9,000 film prints and negatives and over 3,000 videotapes as well as print materials, antique film equipment and more. The Jones archive includes raw unedited 16mm material shot for local news stations in the Dallas area that President Kennedy visited in 1963. Also featured is footage of the aftermath of the shooting and the response of the Dallas-Fort Worth community. The screening will include scenes from the grassy knoll, Parkland Hospital and
police headquarters. The Covering a Crisis series will feature Aniko Bodroghkozy as the guest speaker for the lecture portion of the evening. Bodroghkozy is the author of “Groove Tube: Sixties Television and the Youth Rebellion” and “Equal Time: Television and the Civil Rights Movement.” She currently works in the department of media studies at the University of Virginia and is researching television coverage of the JFK assassination. Admission to the event is free, but tickets are required. To reserve tickets, call Meadows ticket office at 214-7682787 or come by the film office in Umphrey Lee room 238.
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In this Nov. 22, 1963 photo President JFK’s hand reaches toward his head within seconds of being fatally shot.
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“Kill Your Darlings” opened Oct. 17 starring Daniel Radcliffe, Dane DeHaan, Michael C. Hall and Ben Foster.
Noir meets coming-of-age in ‘Kill Your Darlings’ film chase wade Staff Writer cdwade@smu.edu On paper, “Kill Your Darlings” should have been a very, very boring movie. The source material is thick; the real life subjects are unknown, at least outside of the hyper-academic world, and the time period in which it’s set isn’t exactly the most compelling to young moviegoers. However, good filmmaking is good filmmaking and “Kill Your Darlings,” John Krokidas’ first directorial effort, is anything but boring. In fact, it’s rather thrilling. Allen Ginsberg, the legendary poet who helped form the Beat Generation — a collection of forward thinkers in the 1950s who helped shift the literary paradigm amid WWII’s dust — is the center of the film. Daniel Radcliffe tackles the character in arguably his best showing since his “Harry Potter” days. Radcliffe creates a Ginsberg that, despite his lofty ideals, seems exceptionally accessible and relateable to audiences.
Ginsberg, a New Jersey dreamer and son of a poet, is completely taken by the energy of his new college, Columbia University, and with it, New York City. Manhattan is alive, kinetic, and Ginsberg desperately wants to be part of the pace. It’s there where he meets Lucien Carr, another big influence on the Beat Generation, and the two strike up a frienship that eventually turns into a romance. However, Carr has his fair share of skeletons in his closet and is spellbound by the older, more academic, David Kammerer, played slyly by Michael C. Hall. Kammerer is clearly still clutching to his youth in his relationship with Carr and as Ginsberg becomes more of a figure in Carr’s life, Kammerer turns envious. Cataclysmically, Kammerer’s dead body is found on the banks of a New York river and Carr is the lone suspect. Ginsberg suddenly finds himself in a precarious situation and holds Carr’s futue by the point of his pen. Krokidas took a risk when he
decided to take a more Noir-like approach to telling the story and, more or less, the risk paid off. The movie carries with it the shadowy intrigue of classic Noir’s and the zippy scenes of New York’s famous jazz clubs and speakeasys offer a compelling contrast. While Radcliffe continues to impress post-Potter, the real star of this movie is Dane DeHaan as Carr. Many may recognize DeHaan from his leading role in the found-footage superhero phenom “Chronicle.” DeHaan is a powerful actor who carries most of movie’s intrigue on his shoulders. It’s as if he’s meant to be from the 1950s and “Kill Your Darlings” was his chance to return home. “Kill Your Darlings” is a fine first effort from Krokidas and, despite it’s period piece feel, is just as good of a coming-of-age story as it is a history lesson. Lengthy poems and complicated syntax aside, “Kill Your Darlings” is about a young man finding love, losing it and discovering a passion in the process — what more could you want from a movie?
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Nasher Sculpture Center celebrates ten years with citywide exhibition michelle hammond Associate A&E Editor mhammondtova@smu.edu The Nasher Sculpture Center celebrates its 10th anniversary by featuring 10 different works of art in 10 different areas of Dallas. In honor of its 10th anniversary, Dallas’ Nasher Sculpture Center in downtown Dallas is putting on one of its most dynamic and interesting public art exhibitions yet. The exhibition is called Nasher XChange and features 10 newly commissioned public sculptures by contemporary artists. The sculptures will be placed at 10 different sites throughout the city of Dallas, so each artist will have their own site. The sites range from Oak
Cliff, Texas to NorthPark Center to Paul Quinn College and the University of Texas at Dallas, rightfully representing what is now the first citywide museum organized public art exhibition in the U.S. The idea for the Nasher XChange exhibition was inspired by Raymond and Patsy Nasher, who began promoting making art accessible to the public almost 50 years ago when they were the owners of NorthPark Center. Nasher XChange aims to showcase a variety of contemporary artists who differ in style. The artists commissioned for the exhibition are Lara Almarcegui, Rachel Harrison, Alfredo Jaar, Charles Long, Liz Larner, Rick Lowe, Vicki Meek, Ruben Ochoa, Ugo Rondinone
and Good/Bad Art Collective. For those in the SMU area, the closest sculptures to see are Charles Long’s “Fountainhead” at NorthPark Center. Also, Rachel Harrison’s “Moore to the point” and Good/Bad Art Collective’s “CURTAINS” are located in downtown Dallas. For those who are technologically savy, the Nasher Sculpture Center is offering a free Nasher XChange app on iTunes. The app includes more details about the artists, their work, and the different sites as well as a feature that allows you to get quick directions to the sculpture closest to you. Nasher XChange made its debut Oct. 19 and will be open to the Dallas community until Feb. 16.
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Change of heart, change of perspective Student learns from helping mother alyssa parrish Contributing Writer amparrish@smu.edu Sunlight pours through the uncovered windows above my bed, lighting up my room. It’s late morning, maybe 10 or 11 a.m. I’ve been awake for a while, but am procrastinating getting up. I know what will greet me and am trying to avoid it. But avoided situations have a way of presenting themselves anyway. I hear the door slowly creak open. She stands there for a minute. I watch her as I feign sleep, hoping she’ll leave. I don’t have the energy to deal with all of her needs today. She takes a tentative step. “Alyssa?” It’s barely above a whisper. There’s a pause, then louder. “Are you awake? You should probably wake up.” I know she won’t go, so I sit up and cover my face to avoid looking at her. “Yes,” I say. “What do you need?” “I’m hungry, what should I eat? And I need to get dressed. What should I wear?” For the hundredth time, I wonder if she hasn’t really morphed into a three-year-old. I try to mask the frustration, sadness and irritation I feel at these seemingly simple questions. I pray for patience and lower my hands. “Mom, why don’t you have some cereal? And you should probably wear a long-sleeved shirt, it’s getting chilly.” My mom had been sick for several weeks. Her illness was not in her body, but in her mind. It robbed her of the ability and desire to make any decisions. It robbed her of the ability and desire to function. It robbed her of the ability and desire to care for herself or anyone else. It robbed me of my childhood. Her depression came like a thief and took what I thought I needed most: my mom. At 18, I found myself responsible for caring for my own mother. At the time, I hated it. I hated it because I didn’t just have to make sure that she had food to eat and clothes to wear. I didn’t have to just prepare the food or help her dress. I had to decide what she wanted to eat and wanted to wear. It was and still is the most frustrating situation I’ve ever had to deal with. But it drastically changed my whole perception of my mom. In a way, we had traded places, traded roles,
traded responsibilities. My mom eventually found herself and has made a full recovery. Having been removed from that situation for several years, I can look back and be grateful. Grateful that I wasn’t left jaded and angry, hurt and resentful or scarred and bitter. Grateful that I gained something: a friendship with my mom. I learned more than patience and understanding from caring for my mom. I learned the incredible amount of love that goes into providing mere survival to another human being. For the first time, I had a small glimpse of the work and dedication and commitment my mom has put into raising and caring for me. I have seen the world through her eyes and walked, briefly, in her shoes. In turn, my mom had the opportunity to see me step up and behave responsibly. While she may not have always understood what was going on around her or what I was doing, she understood what it took. She understood the worry and sacrifice that was demanded. She understood because she has lived it for 30 years as she raised six kids. As a result, we both saw the other in a different light and were able to understand and respect each other. A beautiful friendship has blossomed from our journey. She is one of my best friends, not in spite of what we have been through, but because of it. The parent/child relationship is a complicated one, especially as the child transitions to young adulthood. This is often fraught with frustration, miscommunication, tears and anger, but can result in a close friendship based on mutual respect and gratitude. That respect and gratitude comes from understanding and appreciating what the other person has brought to the table: sacrifice, dedication, commitment and love. We tend to see our parents as those who walk ahead of us rather than beside us. But friendship grows from knowing and being known. By changing the way you see your parents, by seeing them as people with dreams and problems like yours, you open yourself up to learning who they are and start walking with them. Parrish is a sophomore majoring in journalism.
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The Cowboys reloaded matthew costa Associate Sports Editor mcosta@smu.edu Do you want to know how to fix the Cowboys, Jerry Jones? Their problems are everywhere. It’s all around those of us called fans. Even now in this very newspaper. You can hear about it when you go to work at Valley Ranch or turn on your television to any sports station. You feel it when you sit down in a half empty and quiet AT&T Stadium, when you order a pizza from Papa John’s, or pay another egregious contract. It is the world that has been pulled over your eyes as the owner to blind you from the truth. You might be wondering what truth is that? The truth is that you are a slave to mediocrity, Mr. Jones. That although you weren’t born in mediocrity, you have been
molded by it. Unfortunately, Mr. Jones, many tough decisions have to be made in order to get away from the average team we fans have been given these last few seasons. You must be the one to fix it yourself. This is your last chance. After another season of falling short, there will be no turning back for fans like myself who have stuck by your team, buying its merchandise, paying outrageous fees for parking and tickets, and listening to one blithering coach after another. You take the blue pill, and our time together ends. Tony Romo and company will fail once again in a spectacular way. The Cowboys will most likely get to that final game of the season against the Philadelphia Eagles in a win and you’re in the playoffs; lose and you get to watch from home type scenario.
Fans will disperse in droves as they realize the payoff for their patience has become nothing more than a dream. But to your credit, you’ll stay as General Manager, President and Owner of your beloved Cowboys, making more money off of the next crop of fools who dare to believe you’re doing what’s right for this once proud squad. You take the red pill, and you’ll instantly lose your position as general manager to an up-andcomer that will be more patient than yourself, and quite frankly, much more football savvy. In this case, the Dallas Cowboys will more than likely cut ties with several high-profile players with large contracts — most of which were created by either yourself or your son and vice president, Stephen Jones — and result in several seasons that will not look too pretty in the win
and loss columns. The beautiful part, besides you finally conceding power, is that for the first time in a decade the Cowboys will have a much more promising financial future and some consecutive drafts that don’t look like garbage less than three years after they happened. Fans are tired of seeing 8-8 teams that struggle to beat the worst teams in the National Football League, and get handed their own heads on a platter against some of the best. We’re exhausted by this promise of better days to come, when all that’s being presented to us is a couple of star talents and a much bigger cast of castoffs. Remember, Mr. Jones, all I’m offering is the truth, nothing more. Costa is a senior majoring in journalism.
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Rejecting the cultural tourist michael graves Contributing Writer mwgraves@smu.edu As social technology and economic interaction increases and transcends national boundaries, developed society has placed a greater focus on “globalization.” This concept has birthed a cultural shift — to understand the outsider, tolerate the different and interact with the unknown — but only in a surface-level way. This rapid push toward diversification led to an acceptance of cultural tourism, an easy way to encounter those with whom we are not familiar, but not fully comprehend lifestyles, cultures, religions and inter-community practices. As we interact with society, we must push against the concept of cultural tourism and create a new standard of interaction. When given the choice to leave the room
when conversation and interplay turn south, we must choose to stay. This involves respecting the local while merging the global through the creation of shared meaning. It means building a new foundation of interaction that respects the pillars of previously established society, yet allowing that new foundation to support these pillars. It allows those pillars to exist while simultaneously connecting them in a way that lets these notions of culture stand alone, but gives them significance as they support a global society together. Indeed, as one pillar may fall, the others may still uphold these new societal norms. However, a strong foundation and coexisting supporting pillars create the strongest and most sustainable society. I am passionate to support a global effort to create this new foundation and support our own cultural pillars while others
support the general structure of society with us. This process is not easy. Indeed it is quite complex, but this only leads me to believe it is a project that is all the more important to undertake. To build a foundation we must not simply tolerate, but accept within moral means the ways of living that may make us uncomfortable. When we interact with “the unknown,” whatever that may be, we cannot just watch or passively participate. In China, we must not just bow, but understand the meaning of the bow and humbly let that meaning consume us as we build relationships. In Kenya, we must not just build the well but learn from the spirit of empowerment that drives the community we deem to be “third world.” In Peru, we must appreciate the long dinners and time it takes to build rapport with one another. Of course, even this argument
only scrapes the top layer of soil needed to begin construction of this new foundation, but it is a start. As we continue to excavate and explore this new society we have in many ways accidentally created, we must remember our privileged opportunity to find new meanings of the term globalization, be proud of our own local setting, all the while finding strength in the ability to embrace openness as we share the world with each other. At the very least, throughout this process one thing unites us all — we move into the unknown together, and we must pledge to find new meaning with one another amid the unstoppable force of globalization.
Graves is a senior majoring in communications and religious studies.
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Atlanta is the new mecca of rap caleb wossen A&E Writer cwossen@smu.edu Novelty rapper Trinidad Jame$ has New York City ready to shove pitchforks in his ribs over comments made concerning Atlanta’s hip-hop supremacy over the Big Apple. It’s natural to laugh — “Trinidad Jerome” jokes aside, James has done little to assert himself as a serious creative force since the first buzz surrounding 2012’s “All Gold Everything.” That laughable, choke-duringthe-piano-recital stammer of a freestyle on the Tim Westwood show alone should have thrown James’ prospects into the pigpens. The whole “Atlanta runs New York City” angle gets complicated when you consider the likes of Das Racist, A$AP Rocky, Kilo Kish, Joey Bada$$ and their ilk putting the Big Apple back in the spotlight
in recent years, ostensibly without Atlanta’s presence. Trinidad James isn’t wrong, though. Atlanta hip-hop doesn’t just run New York City, it runs the world. “No,” you say? Can’t believe it? Turn back the clock to 2009 —Waka Flocka Flame’s “O Let’s Do It” gleefully tearing buppies a new one with its mindless energy and slack-jawed nonsense. Gucci Mane declares Jay Z is not the king of rap, and XXL magazine responds by giving him the cover — while he’s in prison. Millionsupon-millions of online “rap purists” complain the Atlanta sound is taking over radio in the likes of Chicago, Detroit, and yes, New York City. Nothing has changed aside from Atlanta’s dominance growing more apparent. People trashing “Versace” by Migos in one breath are often the ones
praising Killer Mike’s “R.A.P. Music” in the other. Whether you like Future or not, his pop approach to hip-hop has turned him into one of the most soughtafter talents of our time. Cee-Lo Green is charming America on “The Voice” now, but as a member of Atlanta’s Goodie Mob he helped popularize the term “Dirty South.” Fashion isn’t immune either — check out the latest CoverGirl Janelle Monae, a longtime Atlanta transplant. Funny enough, the people mentioned in these last two paragraphs, Migos aside, all belong to the Dungeon Family, an Atlanta music collective. How can a person dismiss Atlanta when the likes of Grantland and BBC wrote how the year’s best reviewed hip-hop album — Kendrick Lamar’s “good kid in a m.A.A.d. city” — reminded them of Outkast’s “Aquemini”? This is not a
coincidence, but a sign of the zeitgeist. It’s hard to argue otherwise when rappers admit this outright. What’s the Drake lyric? “Born in Toronto, but somehow I feel like Atlanta adopted us?” Drake, Pusha T. and countless others have acknowledged Atlanta’s supremacy in rap today. The people crying foul are either self-styled “purists” who don’t want to look like “dreaded n-words,” as Byron Crawford would say, or sad-sack neverbeens from New York City. It’s odd considering Atlanta’s reputation for black wealth, political and cultural power; many call the city the “Black Mecca.” If hip-hop truly is, as many argue, a black art form, why wouldn’t the music find it’s home in Atlanta?
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SMU student rapper Uche opened for B.o.B Thursday night. The SMU Hip Hop crew provided back up dancers.
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Rapper B.o.B. performed in McFarlin Auditorium Thursday night. He opened with his hit song “Ready.”
The concert was put on by the Program Council, who have in the past hosted artists such as Ke$ha, Gavin DeGraw and David Nail.
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Homelessness is an issue that plagues cities across the globe. In Dallas County alone, nearly 3,000 men, women and children are displaced and without a permanent home. With A Purpose, a national forprofit social impact company, is hoping to improve the quality of living for homeless populations one blanket at a time. “Come Christmas time, this new blanket, what it could represent for these women and these children is comfort,” said Hailey Bain, a communications manager for Genesis Women’s Shelter. “We are very excited for the first [blanket] drop-off.” Josh Helland, an SMU alumnus, launched With A Purpose in 2012. Unlike traditional for-profit companies, With A Purpose sells officially licensed college gear with a bold mission in mind — to help fight domestic social issues at the local level. With A Purpose achieves this goal with a one-for-one model similar to TOMS shoes. For every fleece blanket purchased, a matching non-licensed blanket is donated to local organizations aiding homeless populations. “What TOMS does is great, but who they serve is somewhere else in the world, internationally based,” Helland said. “Our focus is buy local,
growing portion of society. She stresses that it is of the utmost importance for young SMU advertising graduates to recognize the individuality of people in the lower income strata and treat them with respect and dignity in their professional careers.
give local. We want people to support their communities.” SMU Mustang blankets available for purchase benefit the Austin Street, Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance, Family Gateway, and Genesis Women’s Shelter, a shelter for women and children who become homeless after escaping domestic abuse. “Sometimes [people] come to us in the middle of the night with nothing but the clothes on their back. That’s no comfort, or blanket,” Bain said. “A woman last year for Christmas made her list and all she wanted was a green blanket.” With A Purpose completed their first blanket drop in San Diego, Calif. last week. More than 100 blankets, supported by the San Diego State University Aztecs blanket purchases, went to local nonprofit Dreams for Change Safe Parking Program, a program that provides safe parking environments for transitional homeless victims living in their car. Through word of mouth and hard work, Helland plans to expand With A Purpose to more college campuses and fans. For more information on With A Purpose, visit with-apurpose.com. A Dallas blanket drop is tentatively set for Dec. 28. Students interested in getting involved are encouraged to visit “SMU Blanket for a Blanket” on Facebook for regular updates.
“When we see footage like that, that is something we need to pay attention to,” she said. “These are worthy consumers that deserve a marketer that’s willing to take the time to learn how to best serve them.”
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Mustangs take down TCU in extra time MATTHEW COSTA Associate Sports Editor mcosta@smu.edu
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SMU quarterback Garrett Gilbert is leading the country in total yardage per game and is leading the fifth ranked passing attack in the country.
Huskies come to town for conference clash billy embody Sports Writer wembody@smu.edu
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When SMU welcomes the University of Connecticut into Ford Stadium this weekend for its 2 p.m. Saturday kick-off, it will feature a tale of two entirely different offenses. SMU quarterback Garrett Gilbert is leading the country in total yardage per game and is directing the fifth ranked passing game in the country. If Gilbert can get the SMU offense going early, this game could get out of hand. UConn shouldn’t be able to stop SMU and its offense,
but the Mustang offense could stop themselves with turnovers and mistakes. The threat of a running game is just not going to come for SMU’s offense and it will be on Gilbert again to make plays and convert drives into touchdowns. The SMU running backs combined for just 45 yards on the ground against Cincinnati, forcing Gilbert to win the game on his own. With a new starting quarterback, Casey Cochran, UConn will have to go to running back Lyle McCombs for a solid running game to support Cochran.
Cochran is by no means going to change the Huskies offense so much that it becomes as highpowered in the passing game as the Mustangs, but with the SMU defense struggling, the team cannot fall asleep. McCombs is averaging close to 4.5 yards per carry on the season and has rushed for 496 yards on 112 carries. McCombs also is the Huskies’ kick returner and has been averaging close to 19 yards a return, an area where the Mustangs have had difficulties as well. SMU’s pass defense has struggled on the season, but Cochran could be pressured into
making some mistakes if the right pressure is applied. In every single game this year, the UConn defense has forced an interception by the opposing team’s offense. Led by junior corner Byron Jones with three interceptions and five passes broken up, Jones will have to matchup against SMU’s Keenan Holman due to his size. The SMU pass defense has struggled throughout the year, but the team has the opportunity to force some turnovers against a young quarterback, a key to wining the game.
Claiming a victory over an undefeated rival is never easy, but when the SMU Mustangs (2-0) offense has as many players in double digits as they did in a 72-68 overtime win Wednesday night, even the Texas Christian Horned Frogs can’t stop the attack. SMU took a five-point lead into the start of the second half at 27-22, but TCU was able to respond in a high-scoring frame. With just under seven minutes to go and facing a 12-point deficit at 57-45, the Mustangs’ situation looked dire, but the reigning American Athletic Conference player of the week guard Keena Mays took over in scoring nine of the Mustangs next 14 points to get the game into overtime at 59-59. The Mustangs were led by
Mays’ game-high 25 points along with another three rebounds and six assists, but the senior from Arlington, Texas was helped by a large cast. For the second game in a row, junior forward Destynee HivesMcCray registered a doubledigit rebounding performance and added five points to the cause, while Gabrielle Wilkins registered the only doubledouble of the game with 11 points and 10 rebounds of her own. In overtime, SMU scored 13 points to the Horned Frogs’ nine, and kept its undefeated record intact against a solid opponent. Although this game will be hard to top for drama’s sake, the Mustangs will have to prepare themselves for a long road trip, as the team travels to Cheney, Wash. for a battle against Eastern Washington University.
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Prediction: SMU wins, 42-10
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