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Walking into Nicholas Hall to a standing ovation of more than 500 students, staff and community members, Georgia Congressman John Lewis (D-5) along with his two collaborators Andrew Aydin and Nate Powell sat down to talk about their graphic novel trilogy, “March.” The series recounts Lewis’ life during the Civil Rights Movement and gives examples of some activities and events Lewis participated in and attended. According to the New York Times, the trilogy is “designed to help new generations of readers visualize the possibilities of political engagement.” The event started with Ruth B. Mandel, the director of the Eagleton Institute of Politics, offering a welcome greeting.
“This event is specifically for you, the students, who must lead our future. And today, the students in our audience will have the privilege to ask questions to our esteemed guests,” Mandel said. She said this was the second time Eagleton had the honor of hosting John Lewis, and that he was returning because he “is a man on a mission,” to ensure that Americans of ever y generation, particularly those too young to witness the Civil Rights Movement at its peak, learn about, acknowledge and confront the struggle to overcome the blight of slaver y. Rutgers—New Brunswick Chancellor Richard L. Edwards took the stage next to introduce Lewis, Aydin and Powell. When the three took the stage, they took turns talking about their roles in the publication of the series, with
On Thursday night, Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin and Nate Powell spoke about their recently finished trilogy, “March,” at Nicholas Hall on Douglass campus. DIMITRI RODRIGUEZ / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR Lewis speaking first, followed by Aydin and Powell. Lewis spoke about growing up in Birmingham, Alabama, where he aspired to be a minister and would host gatherings on his family’s farm and preach to chickens, who he joked were better listeners than
some of his colleagues in Washington, D.C. now. Lewis changed the subject to how he grew up witnessing “Whites Only” and “Blacks Only” signs across his hometown, and when he asked his parents or grandparents why, he was told
that was just the way it is, and not to question it or get into trouble. Then, in 1955, Lewis heard of Rosa Parks and heard the words of Martin Luther King Jr. “The actions of Rosa Parks, the words and leadership of Martin Luther King inspired me to find a way to get in the way, to get in trouble, what I call ‘good trouble.’ And I’ve been getting into trouble since then,” Lewis said. Lewis described the first time he got arrested for protesting during a sit-in. He said that after multiple sit-ins, the police told Lewis and the group he was with that if they did it one more time, they would be arrested. As a result, Lewis went out and bought a used suit so that he would look “fresh” when he was arrested. He said he was arrested 40 times before he joined Congress and another five times since he has represented Georgia. He also said he will most likely be arrested again, for something. Aydin was the one who brought the idea of creating a graphic novel to Lewis, he said. Aydin is the See book on Page 4
Bystander training now mandatory for U. clubs Stephen Weiss ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR
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TAG Day, or Teaching Annual Giving Day, is back at Rutgers to teach students about philanthropy and encourage them to suppor t the University. TAG Day is centered around educating the community about alumni donor suppor t at
Rutgers, said Karen Smith, the senior director of University News and Media Relations in an email. “The Depar tment of Annual Giving and TAG Team, the Depar tment of Annual Giving’s student group, plans TAG Day and other events throughout the year to help build a culture of philanthropy at Rutgers,” she said.
Seniors who donate $15 or more to a program or area of Rutgers by May 11 will receive a donor cord to wear on Commencement Day, an invitation to a reception with Athletic Director Pat Hobbs at the Honors College and will be recognized as a Scarlet Senior. “The purpose of placing the (tag) signs around campus is to See tags on Page 4
At last night’s weekly Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting, the body passed a resolution to foster a culture of active bystanders on campus. The resolution, which will go into effect September 2018, will require student organizations that receive $1,000 or more in funding from RUSA Allocations to have at least two of their officers complete bystander intervention training. The training will be carried out by the Office of Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA), and the logistics of the resolution’s implementation will be tasked to the Sexual Assault Prevention Committee, an entity of RUSA that addresses sexual violence. Viktor Krapivin, an off-campus senator for RUSA, played a key role in formulating this new legislation, which he said was modeled after a similar bystander intervention program implemented at the University of Michigan. “It’s important to create a culture on campus that supports intervening in precarious situations,” said the School of Arts and Sciences junior. “If there are more active bystanders, it’s possible that a lot of things won’t happen, and active bystanders are what VPVA thinks can help change the tide of the issue on campus.”
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Krapivin has gone through bystander intervention training himself and said that it was a very empowering experience. One in five women experiences some sort of sexual assault in their lifetime, he said. These rates presumably apply to Rutgers, and it is important to take a stand in decreasing that number. “As the student representative in the University community, it’s our job to change that. By creating a culture on campus where our student leaders are trained in how to be active bystanders, we are creating a culture where our leaders have the character of being able to step in at the right times and making sure that sexual assaults don’t happen on our campus,” Krapivin said. Since this legislation will not take effect until 2018, RUSA and its involved subdivisions will be able to prepare thoroughly for it and ensure that all student organizations who are affected understand the ruling and have sufficient time to prepare as well, he said. Krapivin said that the reason RUSA is only applying this legislation to organizations that receive at least $1,000 in funding rather than simply all organizations is to allow the plan to be implemented in a more methodical and effective manner. The hope is that a future body will gain the ability to make this See bystander on Page 4
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Human Rights Campaign collects signatures at Rutgers
Members of the national Human Rights Campaign visited the College Avenue campus on Thursday to encourage students to support their lobbying efforts. The organization is primarily working to influence state-level legislation that could impact the LGBTQIA community. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY DIMITRI RODRIGUEZ / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR
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Representatives from the Human Rights Campaign visited the College Avenue campus on Thursday afternoon to garner signatures for their lobbying efforts. Members of the Campaign’s Manhattan office came to Rutgers to sign people up for the national organization’s efforts to lobby against certain state-level legislation, which targets members of the LGBT community, said Field Manager Benjamin Marchiony. “The main focus of the Human Rights Campaign at the moment is combating state-level LGBT legislation,” the junior from George Washington University said. “For example, Alabama is trying to make it harder for LGBT people to adopt children.” According to al.com, the Alabama Senate Health Committee voted in February to advance a bill that would let adoption agencies refuse same-sex couples from adopting based on the organization’s religion. A related House committee also voted to advance a bill with similar objectives, according to the article. Neither bill has been voted on by their respective full legislative body. South Dakota did pass similar legislation, which was signed into law by their governor this past March, according to U.S. News and World Report. The Mount Rushmore State can also prevent divorced people from adopting, in addition to same-sex couples. Earlier this week, North Carolina lawmakers introduced a bill that would declare same-sex marriages invalid, according to the Washington Post. While this bill will not come up for a vote, its purpose was to declare same-sex
marriages “null and void in the State of North Carolina.” Oklahoma and Texas are also named by NBC News as states with or considering legislation which may target members of the LGBT community. Many of these bills are based on religion – if passed, groups or organizations would be able to reject people on religious grounds. One of Oklahoma’s pending bills would also allow adoption agencies to refuse to work with same-sex couples, while another would allow private business or individuals to refuse to be part of same-sex weddings based on religious grounds. The Human Rights Campaign is one of the largest LGBT civil rights advocacy groups in America, having originally been founded in 1980. Marchiony said signing people up to join the Human Rights Campaign gives the group more power when they speak to legislators. “We’re here to sign people up so we can lobby on their behalf in Congress,” he said. “So basically we want to make sure we have enough power to lobby on people’s behalf.” The greater the number of signatures, the more likely it is the campaign can convince legislators to oppose these state-level bills, he said. Even conservatives might be convinced to oppose bills discriminating against LGBT people if the campaign can prove it has a sufficient level of support, Marchiony said. “The larger the list of people’s names who support the organization, who have proven that they want to get involved, the more power we have to make it so that members of Congress, even Republican members of Congress, can support our legislation,” he said.
Students who want to join or work with the Human Rights Campaign can sign up to volunteer, he said. There are no restrictions on who can join the organization. “It’s a national organization,” Marchiony said. “I applied and
basically our office is based in Manhattan, so it’s pretty great. I meet a lot of interesting people.” Students and other people can volunteer to work within New Jersey, he said. Much of what people do involves simply just contacting legislators to
share their views. “There are a lot of volunteer opportunities with the Human Rights Campaign, to do local grassroots activism,” he said. “Calling your member of Congress is one of the most important aspects of democracy.”
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bystander New RUSA legislation will require organizations that receive more than $1K to complete training continued from front training mandatory for all student organizations, he said. Christie Schweighardt, vice president of RUSA and a School of Arts and Sciences junior, has attended meetings with leaders of the VPVA to discuss this training. “It’s important that this legislation passed because ensuring that students are bystander intervention trained ensures that
when we are out at a party, or out anywhere on campus, that more students know what to do and know what to do and know how to step in and help other students,” she said. Officers of clubs are role models for the other members of their organization, and Schweighardt said that by receiving this training and demonstrating its importance, they can inspire more people to do the same.
Many students are unaware of how to act in situations of possible sexual violence, she said. “One of the biggest problems with sexual assault or dating violence is that people see it happening, they just don’t know how to step in,” Schweighardt said. “They’re scared, they don’t know what to do, they don’t know if they’re overstepping boundaries, they don’t know what to say or who to call. So going through this training lets people know exactly what you can do in a situation.” She said that the training will occur in six-hour sessions, and that SCREAM Theater will play a supplemental role in the education.
“We’ve all seen it. We’ve all seen it when walking home,” Schweighardt said. “But if we know what to do about it then we can change the culture.” RUSA is looking into increasing their effectiveness in terms of anti-sexual violence legislation by creating a Sexual Violence Prevention Department within the Assembly. “Some students believe that we need to roll this out more slowly than other students, so this would kind of roll it out in more phases. This would give a future body the ability to maybe include all student organizations. So I think this is more of, like, a ‘how fast are we rolling this out on campus?’” Krapivin said.
At the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting on Thursday night, a piece of legislation was passed that would require University funded organizations to have two of their officers complete bystander intervention training. The training will be carried out by the Office of Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA). JEFFREY GOMEZ / PHOTO EDITOR
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Lewis focused on his experiences from Civil Rights Movement during Eagleton Institute event speech continued from front digital director and policy advisor for Lewis and ser ved as the press secretar y for his 2008 reelection campaign. Lewis told Aydin about a comic book that was popular during the Civil Rights era, and when Aydin went home to research it, was inspired to do something similar to tell Lewis’ stor y to reach young people and educate them on the Civil Rights Movement. The project began in 2008 with long nights of Lewis and Aydin on the phone discussing ideas and doing research, and eventually, Lewis and Aydin partnered with Powell, who was the artist for the graphic novels. “Imagine if we can instill a social consciousness in every young person in America — that’s what we’re trying to do.
Your generation is different of that that comes before you — you’re digital native, you grew up on the internet. Your most natural language, in most cases, is digital storytelling,” Aydin said.
“My philosophy is simple — when you see something that is not right, not fair (and) not just, you have a moral obligation to stand up and speak up ... ” john lewis Georgia Congressman (D-5)
He said school districts are starting to adopt the “March” trilogy as a part of their curriculum,
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Seniors who donate $15 for TAG Day receive cord for graduation continued from front help education students about philanthropy and the ways in which alumni gifts and private suppor t shape the Rutgers experience ever y day,” Smith said. Last year, 73 percent of the incoming class received a financial aid of fer, and gifts from graduates made 2,164 scholarships possible for Rutgers— New Brunswick students, according to the Rutgers University Foundation website. State suppor t covers less than one-third of the cost of a Rutgers education, making alumni generosity essential for students, according to the website. Donors impact ever ything from librar y books and lab equipment to budgets for student organizations. Alumni par ticipation in giving is factored into university rankings, such as those published in U.S. News and World Repor t, according to the website. TAG Day organizers planned activities throughout the week, including three escape room events based on donor suppor t at Rutgers, as well as two trivia nights centered around Rutgers and philanthropy, Smith said. Students can sign up to become an advocate and will receive a unique link that keeps track of how many clicks, donors and dollars that the student helped to collect. There are dif ferent incentive levels that of fer dif ferent awards to students depending on the amount of donation money that they collect, according to the website. “We have had over 200 seniors make a gift to become Scarlet Seniors,” Smith said. “Seniors can make donations in person or at any TAG Day event.”
and that it is helping to make a difference. Its significance is not that it is being implemented in districts, but that it is teaching a non-violence to a new generation, and teaching a new generation how to stand up for themselves and empowering them, Aydin said. After the speakers finished, students were given the opportunity to ask questions. Questions ranged from topics regarding the speakers’ favorite books to questions about their experience during the Civil Rights era. After questions from the audience, the three speakers signed books for the audience. The first 300 students who arrived at the event received a complimentar y “March” trilogy slipcase edition, with all three books. “The day that I was first arrested, I felt free, I felt liberated,” Lewis said. “My philosophy is simple — when you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to stand up and speak up and speak out.”
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Law school does not just make lawyers
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aw school graduates, quite literally, run UNDER THE RADAR this country. They control our government, they lead our businesses, LUKE DERMODY nonprofit organizations and they dominate civic involvement. They are lawmakers, judges, the presidents of companies, universities and nations. The only question is why? Why do individuals with legal training have such an extensive presence across society? I believe that a combination of the structure and the content of a legal education is what prepares law school graduates to become leaders, which qualifies them to do more than just practice law. Let’s start with the content of a legal education, pertaining specifically to elements of the law itself. If you think about it, the United States’ legal system has always been the backbone of our country. American law promotes democratic discourse, it provides equal opportunity and protection and it ensures justice for all. We rely on the law to uphold freedom and fairly resolve disputes, making it an honorable practice to study and therefore preserve. Without lawyers, or the rule of law, “ … ordinary people would be left at the mercy of the arbitrary abuse of power by those who are simply powerful.” Consequently, by studying law, individuals inevitably gain insight into ethics and morals. They often become interested in public service and less concerned with personal gain, which further solidifies their role as defenders of American values. While I understand that the word “lawyer” sometimes carries a negative connotation — representing greed and deception — we must realize that this is a sweeping generalization. Any profession, whether law, business or criminal justice, does have its bad apples, but the dishonesty of a few should not outweigh the good intentions of the rest. Having said that, what really separates law school graduates — besides their deepened understanding of the law — is the structure of the education that they receive. As scholar Warren Bennis notes, “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality,” and “legal education provides insight into so many efforts to do just that.” Law schools use the Socratic
“The law exposes students to logic, reason and philosophy.” method, which promotes deep analysis and problem-solving skills. Students are taught to approach a problem by pulling it apart and analyzing it from all sides. They learn by digging deep and asking questions as to “ … what lies behind, what follows and even what unexpected consequences may arise.” Essentially, lawyers are taught to understand and analyze the fabric of society. As a result, lawyers are great at managing people and promoting conflict resolution. They are equipped with tools and resources to translate theory into practice and problems into solutions. Kevin Maillard, a professor of law at Syracuse University, explained, “Law school is much more than just test preparation and rote memorization — it emphasizes educated citizenship.” The law exposes students to logic, reason and philosophy. They learn to communicate and cooperate with others — arguing and deliberating to seek the best option. According to a neuroscientist at the University of California, even “ … intensive preparation for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) changes the microscopic structure of the brain, physically bolstering the connections between areas of the brain important for reasoning.” In other words, law school students become experienced thinkers. As a result, they develop a large reservoir of approaches and angles to solving various problems. A reservoir that does not necessarily prepare them for a specific instance, but instead creates a mindset that enables them to apply logic and reason to any practical situation. This skill, the skill “to have such a mastery of principles as to be able to apply them with constant facility and certainty to the ever-tangled skein of human affairs,” is exactly what separates law students from others. For that reason, I argue that it might not be a bad thing that law school graduates do “run the world.” While some critics and lawyers alike will argue that law school is just another trade school with an expensive price tag — I beg to differ. I argue that a law degree is portable and that it has the potential to serve as an extended and comprehensive liberal arts education as well. From former President Barack Obama to civil rights activist Nelson Mandela and the Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Google, David Drummond, so many great leaders and revolutionaries have started their careers with a degree in law. Martha Minow, the Morgan and Helene Chu Dean and professor of Law, points out, “It is fascinating to see lawyerly analytic skills carry over easily from law to finance, politics and administration.” Lawyers know to anticipate opposing views and understand that, “negotiation invites the imagination to create new alternatives and find shared solutions.” Whether debating about science, technology or business, law school prepares its graduates to lead in any field. Luke Dermody is a School of Arts and Sciences junior majoring in political science and criminal justice with a minor in economics. His column, “Under the Radar,” runs on alternate Fridays.
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EDITORIAL WEEK IN REVIEW: Laurels and Darts GAYPRIL CELEBRATIONS
HER LEGACY WILL LIVE ON
The Center for Social Justice Education and LGBT Communities (SJE) coordinated the month-long celebration known as “GAYpril.” This month-long event, which aims to recognize the LGBTQIA community at Rutgers, features a series of lectures, workshops and events including the “Safer Sex and Relationships Workshop.” Although this month of festivities is dedicated to the LGBTQIA community, it encouraged and allowed ever yone to take part. We laurel SJE for creating a month to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA community.
Judge Sheila Abdus-Salaam was found dead on Wednesday afternoon in the Hudson River near West 132nd Street. She was not only the first black person to sit on New York State’s highest court but also the nation’s first Muslim judge. She was called a “humble pioneer” and “a force for good whose legacy will be felt for years to come” by those who knew and worked with her. We dart the death of such an influential individual who broke boundaries and created more opportunities for marginalized groups of people. Rest in peace.
JUSTICE FOR NORTH KOREA
FAMILY, FRIENDS AND PETS
Rutgers’ Center for the Study of Genocide and Human Rights (CGHR) hosted Austin Hyeon in the Rutgers Academic Building last Saturday. Hyeon, a North Korean expatriate, discussed his parents escape from North Korea when he was 12 years old. He also spoke about his struggles growing up, including not being able to go to school or make friends because of his status as an illegal refugee. We dart the conditions in North Korea for forcing Hyeon and thousand of people to flee their homes in fear of being imprisoned or killed.
New Brunswick hosted the Popovich Comedy Pet Theater, which featured 30 rescue animals who per formed a series of skits and tricks. Gregor y Popovich, who runs the show, has been per forming as a comedian for more than 30 years. He is a lifelong animal rights and protection activist and takes his rescue animals on tour around the countr y. We laurel the State Theatre of New Jersey for hosting this show and Popovich for taking care of rescue pets and making people laugh.
MAKING IT BIG TIME
WE NEED STUDIO TIME
The new Netflix series “13 Reasons Why,” based on the young adult novel “Thirteen Reasons Why” by Jay Asher, has gotten widespread praise and received a rating of 9.1 out of 10 stars from IMDb. Brandon Flynn, who plays Justin Foley, one of the main characters on the show, attended Mason Gross School of the Arts and graduated from Rutgers last year. We laurel our alumnus for carrying on the Rutgers legacy and for the success he has found.
Rutgers’ journalism and media studies major is known for providing students with the skills to go on to successful careers in journalism. Previously, the School of Communication and Information offered a television reporting course in an actual studio in conjunction with the Rutgers iTV Studio on Livingston, but now it is only offered by the iTV Studio during the summer sessions. We dart the fact that the department has not reinstated these courses yet during the regular semesters.
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Rutgers’ music, art scene inspires essence of Hub City ON THE FRONT LINES BRITTANY GIBSON
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ne of the biggest things I have to attribute to the Rutgers University and New Brunswick communities is my love for music and the arts. As a former high school jock, I never really had the time to go to theater shows, live concerts or galleries openings — until my senior year. Just by luck, I had to stop running track and cross country my last year of high school because of an injury and just so happened to be enrolled in AP art history. Now, there was not a total change of art: I’m not a visual arts student now. I haven’t stopped loving to run when I can. Nor would I call myself an expert on the arts. But this was the start of my appreciation-turned-love for the arts in the community that surrounds me now. Also in my senior year, two friends from my high school were starting to perform shows in a band called Hong Kong Graffiti. They didn’t have lyrics to any of their songs yet nor any recorded demos, but within the time to accept their invitation I was into the DIY live music scene. I really have to give them full credit for that initial invitation because I wouldn’t be my position at The Daily Targum now without it.
My subsequent growth in the music scene from there was organic: starting with Hong Kong in Jersey City, I then heard Fiscal Cliff, a great indie-fresh rock band and Rest Ashore, a Hoboken-based math-rock band who would later be the first guests on my first-ever video interview for “Inside the Beat.” I followed these bands to their shows at Rutgers in basements scattered across the fifth and sixth wards behind College Avenue as well as near Douglass campus’ Mason Gross School of the Arts. That’s
at these shows — from jumping around during a set to hanging out with the band members afterward. Networking within this scene has not only made me a more creative person but also opened me up to a community of artists (in all senses of the word) who are involved and invested in the arts scene in New Brunswick, and when it comes to visual arts, more specifically, the Mason Gross School of the Arts. The Civic Square Building (CSB), the central hub for the Mason Gross School
“For, typically, only $5 admission, you can become a part of some of the most intimate performance spaces there are.”
when my music knowledge truly exploded in terms of knowing bands and learning how to listen — growing exponentially with every weekend of back-to-back shows and some double headers. New Brunswick has a historic basement scene, thriving since at least the late 80s. For, typically, only $5 admission, you can become a part of some of the most intimate performance spaces there are. Without a proper stage, the fuss of security or rules beyond respecting the house that you’re in, almost anything goes
of the Arts visual arts programs, has become one of my favorite escape spaces on the Banks. After hours you need an ID to swipe into the building, but during weekdays you’re free to explore the hallways decorated with students’ works in all different media. Additionally, its main gallery is open on the first Friday of every month and for thesis shows throughout the semester, displaying the works of students in all disciplines and programs. Every Wednesday and Thursday night there are
also drop-in figure drawing classes, open to anyone interested. Even though I don’t see myself making anything close to what gets shown in the CSB now, or in the near future, I find its walls and gallery a constant source of inspiration and encouragement to continue pursuing a career related to the arts. All of which contributes to why I’ve made their events a priority when outlining Inside Beat story lists. And that’s not to mention the many fantastic exhibitions at the Zimmerli Art Museum or Alfa Art Gallery, and artists that come to visit or lecture, bringing their experiences and artworks with them. I definitely left out many of the other amazing ways the arts community is expressed in New Brunswick and the Rutgers communities — theater, dance, the New Brunswick Jazz Project, events in Highland Park and the list could go on for almost forever. However, I think the most important thing to remember is that in its infinite multitudes there is a network of creative spaces at your disposal if you choose to explore them. There is no pre-requisite to attend and no expectations of you if, or when, you do. If you are new to the arts scene, I ask you to accept this challenge with abandon and allow yourself to be inspired by its vastness and creativity. Brittany Gibson is The Daily Targum’s Features Editor.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Drag Show fabulously celebrates inclusion, creativity at U.
Will Wood and the Tapeworms headlined the once-a-semester Demarest Drag Show, ending a night of flamboyant fun. JEFFERY GOMEZ / PHOTO EDITOR
Clarissa Gordon Correspondent
The diversity and inclusivity in which Rutgers University prides itself with was fabulously showcased Thursday night at Demarest Hall’s “Spring Drag Show,” where students came out to perform and show support for the LGBTQIA community.
Aidan Cushing, a resident of Demarest Hall and organizer for the event, said the tight-knit and supportive community of Demarest is what makes the hall a perfect location for the show. “For as long as I can remember, Demarest has been this amazing bastion for people looking for a home,” said the School of Arts and Sciences sophomore.
“Demarest Hall is like one big family, so its insane sense of community is what makes shows like this happen.” As one of the biggest events Demarest hosts twice a year, the show always attracts a large crowd, with last year’s show bringing in more than 200 people. This time around, the crowd was as vibrant as ever, as both the audience and performers came prepared with high energy and enthusiasm. “While we do all we can to make the show happen, the real soul of the show comes from the people there,” Cushing said. “The show is a magical night, and that’s not something we’re going to let go of.” And the magical night was filled with dancing, laughter, good music and good fashion, making the show a highlight of many students’ nights. “I’d never been to a drag show before, and only attended because I have a friend performing,” said Amanda Ramos, a School of Arts and Sciences senior. “It’s great that Rutgers has a diverse enough community to put on such a show,
and I’m surprised at how much I’m enjoying it.” Other than the flashing strobe lights blaring in multicolor, the room was dim, which set the tone for an extravagant night. Almost every performer in the show was affiliated with the Rutgers community, which made the show feel tailored students, showcasing the talent and pride of the University. The host, who went by the name Carolina, took the stage to introduce the show as well as perform a few Lana Del Rey-inspired routines. Drag queen Shakira took the stage shortly after with a dance number as well as some stand-up comedy, and wowed the crowd in a light-up, bubble wrap dress. Coco Cristal stole the show with a Beyonce-inspired number, where she danced and sang to some of Queen Bey’s biggest hits, such as “Love On Top” and “Single Ladies.” Exemplifying its true status as a welcoming, inclusive community, the show was not strictly limited to drag performances. Several performers simply staged their
own acts to songs like the fan favorite “I Write Sins Not Tragedies” by Panic! At the Disco and “Fireflies” by Owl City without the classic drag hair and makeup. Will Wood and the Tapeworms headlined, and as lively and theatrical as the performance was, it was especially impressive because he is a one-man show. The perfectly eccentric frontman Will Wood belted out several original songs all while playing the keyboard with both hands and occasionally the heel of his foot. “This show is a ringing of the bell curve, a celebration of the fringe-class fabulous that seeks to bring the outsiders in,” said Wood when asked what performing in the show meant to him. “Nothing shines light on a subject like a spotlight.” Overall, the drag show was a success, without a dull moment — even the intermission was a dance party. As intended, the show gave students a space to express themselves and spread positivity, and was just another event that proved that a school as large as Rutgers can still be close knit.
DIVERSIONS
April 14, 2017
Mark Tatulli Horoscopes
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Happy Birthday: Set the tone and plan your actions for a fun-filled year with plenty of excitement and adventure. Prepare to think standing up and ready to undertake whatever comes your way. There will be little time to think or negotiate, making this a year packed full of surprises as well as quick fixes. Stay on your toes and forge ahead. Your numbers are 3, 14, 25, 28, 36, 40, 44.
Over The Hedge
T. Lewis and M. Fry
Non Sequitur
Wiley
Pearls Before Swine
Stephan Pastis
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Keep moving regardless of the distractions you encounter. Stay focused on what’s important and don’t stop until you reach your endpoint. Show enthusiasm and you will sway others to think and do the same as you. Greater stability is achievable. 5 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Set your goals, discuss your plans with someone you like to work alongside, and divvy up what needs to be done. The dedication and hard work you put in will pay high dividends. A celebration will encourage better relations with your peers. 4 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Decipher any hidden meanings behind information someone is revealing. Getting the message right will make a difference to the way you respond. If someone asks for help, make sure his or her needs are legitimate before you offer assistance. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): When it comes to domestic decisions, be honest about what you want to see happen. Stewing over a change that is happening will not suffice. Step up and offer suggestions that you feel will benefit everyone involved. 3 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Explore your inner feelings before you engage in a discussion with someone you share a work or personal space with. It’s important to understand why you feel the way you do before pointing fingers or making accusations or assumptions. 3 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Honesty will be crucial when dealing with friends, family or your lover. Share your thoughts openly and be willing to make compromises when necessary. Meeting others halfway will ensure that you make progress and you don’t damage your relationships. 3 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look at the size of a request before you agree to get involved. Taking on too much will result in falling short and looking bad. It’s best to concentrate on what you feel you can offer successfully before making a commitment. 3 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Share something special with someone you love. You can make changes at home that will improve your lifestyle as well as your state of mind. Put greater emphasis on doing good work. Romance is encouraged. 4 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Do something that brings you joy, or get involved in activities or events that you can share with either a young person or someone who makes you feel young at heart. Concentrate on what you can do and you will make a difference. 5 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Spend more time on yourself and your needs. Consider what you can do to improve your health and emotional well-being. Revamp your eating and exercise routine. Avoid getting into a debate with someone who will never see things your way. 2 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sensitive issues will surface at home and when dealing with personal relationships. Be careful how you respond and question anything that appears to be sketchy or deceitful. Honesty will be necessary if you want to avoid a tense environment. 2 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Personal matters should take top priority. Express your feelings and make decisions that will affect your life. A day trip or romantic getaway will enhance your relationship with someone special and encourage positive lifestyle changes. 5 stars
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primetime Rutgers hosts highest ranked opponent of season in No. 3 Maryland continued from back Maryland’s greatest strength is its well-established and veteran attack unit. All three starting spots are held by seniors, as Matt Rambo, Colin Heacock and Dylan Maltz make up arguably the best offense in the country. Rutgers is not deterred, though, as its defense is made up of three juniors and a senior and is one of the best in the nation. “It’s a good matchup for us,” said junior goalie Max Edelmann. “They have a fast-paced offense and we have a really strong defense. It’s very old. We have a lot of juniors and seniors on it so there’s a lot of good leadership and I think we’re gonna match up well against them. It should be a fun game.” And in regards to attacking units, the Knights’ offense has finally begun to take shape this season. Freshman Kieran Mullins most recently scored 8 goals against Michigan, but in that same game, junior Jules Heningburg dished out five assists and senior Connor Murphy had his second straight hat trick and added an assist for a 4-point effort. “That’s huge for us, I mean we’re the leaders down there on the offensive end,” Mullins
said. “Our job is to create opportunities for our guys and hopefully score as many goals as possible.” One of the biggest reasons for that offensive output was the play of face-off man Joe Francisco. The junior was 19-22 against the Wolverines for a career-high 86 percent win percentage. Maryland will most likely utilize both preseason All-Big Ten member Austin Henningsen and veteran Jon Garino, Jr. at the “X,” who got the nod against Albany in the Terps’ last game. He has played in just seven of their 10 games this season, but has won 66 percent of his chances. Henningsen, meanwhile, has taken the majority of the face-offs for Maryland this year, winning 53 percent of them. Regardless of who he lines up against, Francisco will have to bring his A-game, as Brecht noted that the quality of face-off opponents is only going to get better in the team’s final four games. But he remains confident in Francisco’s maturity and ability to step up when needed. “He (is) a year better not just a year older with his experience from last year. That was obvious on the road on Saturday,” Brecht said. “He’s pushing 60 percent on face-offs
(this season). This is when we need him to be great.” But with the biggest game of the season coming up — the team always recognizes the next game on its schedule as the biggest game of season — Rutgers will not worry as much about the opponent as they will about themselves.
Edelmann noted that the team needs to focus on the little things, while Brecht spoke of the importance of focus and preparation for each opponent. And Mullins, the Knights’ budding star, knows where the focus needs to be. “Right now we’re just gonna worry about ourselves,” he said.
“I know they’re one of the best teams in the country but I think it’s what we do that determines the outcome at the end of the day.” For updates on the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team, follow @ griffinwhitmer and @TargumSports on Twitter.
Junior goalie Max Edelmann anchors a Rutgers defense that will have to face off with one of the best offenses in the nation in Maryland. DIMITRI RODRIGUEZ / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR / MARCH 2017
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April 14, 2017 SOFTBALL RUTGERS-IOWA, TODAY, 7 P.M.
Knights take long trip to Iowa City for weekend series Jordan Farbowitz Staff Writer
After not having much success in its first home series of the season, the Rutgers softball team takes its act back on the road, looking for some better results. The Scarlet Knights (10-27, 1-8) travel to Iowa City to take on Iowa (12-23, 5-6) for three games, Friday until Sunday. The Hawkeyes are on a three-game winning streak, which includes a doubleheader sweep of Nebraska. Iowa is 5-0 against the Knights in the past thirty years and eliminated Rutgers in the 2015 Big Ten Tournament, which was the last time the teams met. But that was two years ago, and head coach Jay Nelson believes his team has a good shot to win the series. “They’re ahead of us in the standings, but they don’t have that many wins, so this is a very winnable series,” he said. The Knights are looking to bounce back from being swept by Nebraska in their first home series. Following their series finale on Sunday, head coach Jay Nelson outlined what his team would focus on during this week’s practice, saying that they would specifically focus on playing first and third on defense, as well as watching some film of the Hawkeyes. Iowa’s standout players include senior first baseman Kaitlyn Mullarkey, who leads the team with a .283 average, 28 hits and 16 runs batted in (RBIs). They also have two solid pitchers in senior Shayla Starkenburg (4-9) who leads the staff with a 2.86 ERA and freshman Allison Doocy
Freshman infielder Taryn Atlee leads the Knights with a .411 batting average and 51 hits on the season. Those 51 hits are the second most in the Big Ten. JEFFREY GOMEZ / PHOTO EDITOR / APRIL 2017 (7-9), whose 83 strikeouts rank sixth in the Big Ten. Meanwhile, like it has been for most of the season, Rutgers is suffering from a lack of good pitching behind Shayla Sweeney, who herself struggled a bit last weekend. In particular, Nelson singled out freshman Cambria Keefer. “We have to get Cam out of her funk,” he said. “It’s a mental issue with her. She throws the ball as
match Coming off of 6-1 win over Stony Brook, Rutgers travels for Maryland match they are 4-4. All of these are Big Ten matches. “We have a few matches that Big Ten opponents. Her last time out against Stony Brook, she eas- I feel are going to be ver y key ily handled her opponent, sweep- for us,” said head coach Hilar y Ritchie. ing her 6-0 in both sets. This roster is talented and Freshman Katherine Muzik also looks to increase her win to- has the chance to beat any of its three oppotal to a second nents. What best nine sinmatters is how gles victories. “... We need to find the the matchShe has right energy early on in es start. The been a valuable the match and play great Knights feed addition to the off of energy. team this year tennis from beginning When the enand looks to to end.” ergy isn’t there build off the from the start, success she’s lee levy it’s difficult for had. The entire junior them to get team has been into a groove improving in and close out practice these few weeks and continues to do so. matches. Even against Stony “Before our last road trip, we Brook, the team’s most recent have two more practices — we win, it started slow and was forced plan to use those to strengthen to move inside due to rain, where some points in our game,” Levy its energy increased and it took said. “Against Maryland, we need down its opponent. “As we approach the last few to find the right energy early on in the match and play great tennis matches we get to the point of the season that we know we have from beginning to end.” As mentioned, this is Rutgers’ the ability to play well, it’s really last road trip of the season. It has just a matter of bringing it to the not been a successful team on the match,” Levy said. road, losing seven of its nine preFor updates on the Rutgers tenvious road match-ups. After this weekend, the last two matches for nis team, follow @TargumSports the Knights will be at home where on Twitter. continued from back
hard as any of our pitchers and has good upper movement, but she has to grab the bull by the horns, go out there and have a good game.” On offense, the Knights have found a breakout star in freshman third baseman Anyssa Iliopoulos. She batted .429 in four games last week, had a 1.071 slugging percentage and hit the first three home runs of her career. In addition, she was also named to the
Greek National Softball Team and will compete in the European Championships this summer. “I’m really excited to have this opportunity,” she said to ScarletKnights.com. “Representing Greece will be an honor. Competing at a national level and potentially in the Olympics is a dream come true.” Iliopoulos, a dual citizen of the United States and Greece, was one of the first seven members selected
by the Greek Softball Federation to compete in this year’s competition. “This is a great opportunity for Anyssa to continue improving her softball skills while expanding her cultural experiences,” Nelson said. “She will cherish this for the rest of her life.” In addition to Iliopoulos, Rutgers has two standout players that rank high on the Big Ten leaderboards. Freshman second baseman Taryn Atlee is sixth with a .411 batting average and second with 51 hits, both of which are tops on the team. Junior designated hitter Rebecca Hall ranks third with 11 home runs and eighth with 35 RBIs, which are also team-high totals. In the circle, Shayla Sweeney leads the Knights with an 8-12 record and a 4.82 ERA. But she has struggled over the past few weeks, having lost her last six games. Still, she remains optimistic going forward. “We’re going to bounce back and get Iowa this weekend,” she said. “They’re good competition, and I think we’ll do well if we do everything right.” But in order to find success on the diamond, the team must take it one game at a time. “Every team in the Big Ten is good, so we have to play three good games,” Nelson said. “But we have to play one pitch and one game at a time instead of winning the series. If we can repeat that time and time again, we can get two or three wins in a row.” For updates on the Rutgers softball team, follow @TargumSports on Twitter.
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“I know they’re one of the best teams in the country, but I think it’s what we do that determines the outcome...” — Freshman attacker Kieran Mullins on No. 3 Maryland
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No. 11 Rutgers hosts No. 3 UMD in primetime Griffin Whitmer Associate Sports Editor
For the Rutgers men’s lacrosse team, there truly is no place like home. The No. 11 Scarlet Knights have won 13 straight at High Point Solutions Stadium, dating back to an upset victory over Ohio State in the 2015 season finale. This season alone, Rutgers (9-2, 1-1) has beaten four teams that were ranked at one point this season, including a win over then-unranked Army West Point, who now sits at No. 6 in the country. On Sunday night in Big Ten Network primetime, the Knights will face their toughest test of the season in No. 3 Maryland. The Terrapins (8-2, 2-0) are playing as well as any team in the country, as they knocked off thenNo. 1 Penn State last weekend and took down No. 5 Albany on the road on Wednesday. Of their eight wins, six of them have come against ranked teams. “I think our guys are excited to be at home. I think they’re excited to put on those white jerseys,” said head coach Brian Brecht. “It’s also gonna be our biggest challenge of the year...They’re probably the best team in the Big Ten and obviously in Division I right now.” Freshman attacker Kieran Mullins leads the team in goals and points this season. He most recently scored 8 goals against Michigan and will look to stay hot when the Scarlet Knights host No. 3 Maryland on Sunday night. JEFFREY GOMEZ / PHOTO EDITOR / APRIL 2017
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TENNIS RUTGERS-MARYLAND, TOMORROW, NOON
RU travels for final road match vs. Maryland Nick Bove Staff Writer
The Rutgers tennis team will play in its final regular season road match this season on Saturday in College Park against Maryland. Rutgers (7-11, 1-6) will take on Maryland (135, 4-4) in a crucial Big Ten tilt for the program. The Terrapins are looking to get above .500 in conference play and the Knights are fighting for a spot in the Big Ten Championships. Maryland is a top 50 team in the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) ranking currently at 44. At one point, it was ranked as high as 33. Rutgers comes into the matchup fresh off a win and riding a wave of confidence it hopes to see last until the end of the season. “The win (against Stony Brook) gave us a lot of confidence,” said junior Lee Levy. With the upcoming match, many members of the team are looking to build off recent success or turn their play around. Senior Farris Cunningham looks to capture her tenth win of the season in singles competition. Cunningham is closing out the year with a bang. She has won five of her last six singles matches, with four of those coming against Junior Lee Levy said that the team’s last match, a win against Stony Brook, gave the Scarlet Knights a lot of confidence ahead of their Big Ten showdown on the road against Maryland on Saturday. THE DAILY TARGUM / FEBRUARY 2016
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Minnesota Detroit
11 5
Tampa Bay New York (A)
2 3
Los Angeles (N) Chicago (N)
0 4
Texas Los Angeles (A)
8 3
Pittsburgh Boston
3 4
Baltimore Toronto
2 1
SCOTT GOODALE,
head wrestling coach, saw his team rank fifth in national attendance average for the second consecutive year. Going 6-0 at home, the Knights drew 4,706 fans per home event. Its largest crowd was at “Battle at the Birthplace,” drawing 16,178.
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