DU Clarion Volume 122 Issue 23

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VOL. 122, ISSUE 23

NOVEMBER 4, 2015

HOCKEY CHANTS TROUBLE CHOPP

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CME sees changes this school year MEG MCINTYRE EXECUTIVE EDITOR

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n Oct. 20, the Office of Inclusive Excellence Student Success and Leadership Development (IESSLD) opened its doors in Driscoll Underground. The office is a branch of DU’s Center for Multicultural Excellence (CME) and is focused specifically on engaging with undergraduate students on the topic of inclusive excellence.

According to Tracey Adams-Peters, the director of IESSLD, the decision to open the office in a central area of campus was very calculated.

“About two years ago, we proposed bringing undergraduate support centrally located in the campus. It was part of a push to be more intentional about incorporating inclusive excellence,” said Adams-Peters. “Just being in a place where students frequent, whether it’s passing over the bridge or going to academic advising on the other side or coming in to go eat at Subway, they’re very close.

It’s easy to come and drop in. The intention was to make the underground space a lot more accessible and a lot more student friendly.”

The space was previously used by Sodexo, first as a cafeteria and more recently as a food preparation area for the pub that occupied Subway’s current space.

The office was originally slated to open last school year, but due to complications the opening date was moved back several times.

Construction began on the area on Sept. 14.

The opening coincided with other changes to the north side of Driscoll Underground. Over the summer, the Office of Student Engagement and the DU Programming Board (DUPB) moved into the student media space, while the Clarion took over DUPB’s old office.

Though this branch of the CME existed before the opening of the new office, it is now under the new Division of Campus Life and Inclusive Excellence, headed by the new vice chancellor for that area, Liliana Rodriguez. The main office of the CME is still located in its original location at 1981 S. University Blvd. and there are no current plans for the location to be moved.

According to Adams-Peters, the opening of the new office is accompanied by several changes to the IESSLD’s programming and to the CME in general.

“We’re going to have several new programs that they’ve introduced this year in anticipation of the move. The biggest one is CRIMSON, our inclusive excellence leadership experience,” said Adams-Peters. “The other is that we have an outdoor leadership program. That was very intentional looking at students who do not typically have access to the outdoors and may actually not want to go in the outdoors.”

Going forward, the IESSLD hopes to become a more integral part of campus life by providing programs and resources for students from every background.

“Our goal is to continue to fully integrate the inclusive excellence mindset and framework [and] to start to help our students real-

ize that their potential is more than just any one area but being inclusive, being a part of a large community is really important,” said Adams-Peters. “I want to be intentional about students understanding that this office is for everyone. It’s not for a certain demographic of student, it’s not

for a certain identity. We want to make sure that it’s synonymous that when you graduate from the University of Denver, being inclusive and being excellent is what it means to be a DU pioneer.”

More information about the IESSLD can be found on the CME’s website.

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The Office of Inclusive Excellence Student Success and Leadership Development opened its doors to the public on Oct. 20.

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15 motor vehicle incidents recently reported JOHN POE

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n Oct. 26 and Oct. 29, the Department of Campus Safety (DCS) sent alerts to the DU community about recent motor vehicle thefts and thefts from motor vehicles that have been taking place. The first alert focused on motor vehicle-related thefts on campus, while the second alert focused on the same thefts in the surrounding DU area.

“Campus Safety is investigating seven reports of vehicle break-ins in parking lot N (under Nelson Hall) with various items being stolen on Oct. 24 in the early morning hours,” read the first alert from DCS. “Video footage revealed the suspect vehicle to be a dark-colored late-1990s sedan entering the lot around 4:48 a.m.”

A description of one suspect was released in the first alert sent to the community.

“The suspect in all of these cases is a light-skinned male, unknown age, approximately six feet tall and 180 pounds. He was wearing a black hoodie and black gym shorts with a white stripe on the side,” read the alert.

The second alert released more details as to what was taking place.

“From Oct. 13-27, Denver Police reports the following data for the University Park and University neighborhoods: five motor vehicle thefts and ten thefts of items from a vehicle,” read the alert.

“Campus Safety has received information about several motor vehicle thefts and thefts from motor vehicles occurring in the neighborhoods surrounding the DU campus over the past two weeks.”

“DCS is working with the Denver Police Department in an effort to prevent these crimes on the DU campus and the Denver Police are taking action in an effort to prevent these crimes in surrounding neighborhoods,” stated the alert.

According to the alert, DCS is offering a limited number of anti-theft devices.

To obtain one, call 303-872-3132. Other crime prevention resources are available at www.du.edu/campussafety and www. denvergov.org Campus Safety reminded all community members to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity immediately by calling 911 for off-campus situaevan hickS | claRiOn tions or contacting the DCS at 303-871- Any suspicious activity should be reported to Campus Safety at 303-871-3000.

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Honey Stinger partners with DU athletics MAX PIVONKA CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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U Athletics recently finalized a new sponsorship with the energy snack company Honey Stinger based out of Steamboat, Colorado.

The company’s products include energy bars, protein bars, energy gels, organic waffles and organic chews that have supported and fueled many athletes and athletic teams across the nation.

According to Brad Ferrell, the general manager of Denver Sports Properties, a sponsorship with DU is a partnership between a company and the university that provides sponsors with brand visibility and marketing opportunities.

The Honey Stinger’s logo will be appearing in the Bowlen Training

Center, CIBER Field, various locations at all hockey home games in Magness Arena and at home games at Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium.

During the school year there will be multiple on-campus product sampling sessions at athletic events. One session will take place at one home game for the men’s varsity lacrosse team, and three others will take place at the home games for the men’s varsity hockey team.

DU reached out to Honey Stinger to begin developing this relationship at the start of 2015 and finalized the partnership at the start of fall quarter. The sponsorship will cover all varsity athletic seasons within the 2015-2016 school year.

Athletic sponsorships are coordinated by Denver Sports Properties, which is a multi-media rights company that DU has partnered with to manage, pack-

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age and sell marketing and sponsorship opportunities related to DU athletic events. These opportunities include arena signage, Jumbotron promotions, on ice and on court promotions, radio, TV, print, internet, game sponsorships, special event sponsorships

and hospitality events.

According to Honey Stinger they “will fuel the University’s student athletes as one of the sports nutrition partners of the Denver Pioneers,” and if it is a beneficial relationship, Honey Stinger will sponsor DU Athletics into the future.

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The Honey Stinger sponsorship will work with all varsity teams throughout the 2015-2016 school year.

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Denver hockey returns winless after weekend in Boston SASHA KANDRACH CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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enver hockey traveled to Boston this past weekend for matches against two top-10-ranked opponents: the Boston College Eagles on Friday Oct. 30 at Kelley Rink and the Boston University Terriers on Saturday Oct. 31 at Agganis Arena.

On Oct. 30, Denver lost 4-3 to the Eagles during the final seconds of regulation in a thrilling top-five matchup.

The Pio offense was fittingly dominated by Boston Bruins prospect Danton Heinen (Langley, British Columbia) and freshman forward Dylan Gambrell (Bonney Lake, Washington).

Heinen netted two goals for the Pios and Gambrell provided a team high of three assists during the match. Pio goaltender and Florida Panthers prospect, Evan Cowley, secured 30 saves after Denver was outshot 34-24 by Boston College.

At the start of the match, Denver took advantage of the Eagles’ shift change in the 10th minute. Gambrell linked up with junior forward Trevor Moore

(Thousand Oaks, California), who quickly found Heinen on the far post drawing a backhand to convert Denver’s first.

The Eagles tied up the first frame off a breakaway by Miles Wood who beat Cowley one-onone. Boston College maintained momentum early in the second period when senior defenseman Teddy Doherty capitalized on a power play just seconds after Pio junior forward, Emil Romig (Vienna, Austria), was called for interference on the play.

Denver countered the host’s power play with one of their own at 13:46 from a short-side goal scored by Heinen, assisted by linemates Moore and Gambrell.

The Eagles took the lead 3-2 with 2:38 into the third when Austin Cangelosi converted off an oddman rush.

Heinen and Gambrell advanced into the Eagles zone to find Colorado Avalanche prospect, Will Butcher (Sun Prairie, Wisconsin) at the top left faceoff circle, whose distance wrist-shot evened the Pios’ tally. With just 36 seconds remaining in regulation, junior forward Matthew Gaudreau topped the score for the Eagles 4-3.

“We came up a goal short but

there were definitely a lot of positives to take out of this game, that’s for sure,” said Montgomery in a post-game interview with Jay Stickney.

On Oct. 31, the Pios fought in another back-and-forth battle where Denver fell 5-4 against the Terriers in overtime. The Terriers took the lead early on scoring 1:58 into the match. Butcher responded to the Terriers lead by launching a wrist-shot outside the left circle to tie the Pios up in the 11th minute, tallying his second of the weekend.

Terrier junior forward, Robbie Ballargeon, scored with two minutes remaining in the first period to put Boston University out front 2-1. Boston University extended their lead 3-1 seven minutes into the second period off a backhanded sniper shot from Brandon Hickey just over Denver goaltender, Tanner Jaillet (Red Deer, Alberta), in which Cowley then replaced Jaillet in net.

Assistant captain for the Pioneers, Gabe Levin (Marina del Rey, California), reduced the Terriers’ lead with his second goal of the year about a minute later.

13:42 into the second period, Boston University’s hero of the

night, Ahti Okansen, scored on a power play advantage when Pio senior defenseman, Nolan Zajac (Winnipeg, Minnesota), was whistled for slashing in the 12th minute of play.

Freshman Troy Terry (Denver, Colorado) initiated Denver’s momentum in the third period when the forward netted his first career goal off a rebound from Butcher. In the 12th minute of regulation, Butcher found Ottawa Senators prospect, Quentin Shore (Denver, Colorado), who shocked the crowd with his shorthanded tally to send the Pios and Terriers into overtime with four apiece.

Only 21 seconds into overtime, Boston University secured the win when senior forward Okansen drilled the puck outside the left faceoff dot, past Cowley’s shoulder.

“Both of these losses were good, fast-paced college hockey games and we can learn a lot from how we matched up with the Eagles as well as the Terriers,” said Montgomery.

The Pioneers return to Magness Arena Friday Nov. 6 for a series against rivals Colorado College Tigers. Puck drop is at 7:36 p.m.

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The Pioneers line up across the ice in early October. The team lost its weekend matches to Boston College and Boston University.

Women’s volleyball ranks second in the Summit League CAROLYN ANGIOLLO STAFF WRITER

Note: This article was finalized on Monday, Nov. 2 and does not take into account any events that have transpired since then.

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n Oct. 30, the DU volleyball team hosted the Western Illinois University Leathernecks in Hamilton Gymnasium.

The Pioneers are now 21-6 overall and 9-3 in conference play.

They are also ranked no. 2 in the Summit League behind Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI).

After being sidelined for a few weeks due to injury, the Pioneers were lucky to have sophomore Piyusha Boteju (Euless, Texas) back on the court. The setter had

18 assists in her returning match.

Assists for the night were split evenly between Boteju and lead setter, junior Monique Domme (Colorado Springs, Colorado).

Domme had 19 assists against the Leathernecks.

The greatest show from the Leathernecks was in the first set.

The Pioneers struggled to stay ahead with four lead shifts and 14 tie points throughout the set.

Luckily, DU was able to hang on to win the first set 29-27.

The second and third sets went much smoother for the Pioneers.

The second set had a hitting percentage of .389 (hitting percentage refers to the number of attacks that were not blocked relative to the total number of attempts. A higher hitting percentage means more successful attacks). Sophomore Kayla Principato (Rockville Centre, New York) and junior Nola Basey led the match with three kills each. DU won the set with a

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Denver is now ranked second in the Summit League Conference after their recent win.

score of 25-12.

The third set had the second highest hitting percentage of the season with .552. Sophomore Cassie Baird (Indianapolis, Indiana) dominated the set with seven kills (10 attempts) and an ace. The score of the set was 25-16.

On Nov. 6, DU will host Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne and IUPUI in Hamilton Gymnasium to close out the regular season.

The Summit League Tournament is scheduled to begin on Nov. 20 on the Pioneers’ home court.

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Former Pioneer signs with Warriors basketball

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Forward Chris Udofia looking for a pass during a 2014 home game in Magness Arena. Udofia is now on the Warriors 2015-16 roster.

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enver alumnus and basketball star, Chris Udofia, has signed with the reigning NBA champions, the Golden State Warriors. Officially announced on Oct. 19, Udofia has evolved from a Pioneer to a Warrior, where he will hopefully make his mark in Oakland this upcoming season.

Udofia is now the fifth Pioneer to move on to the NBA. Fellow alumni include retired Denver Nuggets player Bryon Beck, retired Vince Boryla of the New York Knicks, retired St. Louis Bombers star Don

Putnam and retired Jimmy Darden of the Denver Nuggets.

Last season, Udofia played with the Israeli National League for nine months, where the 6-foot-6 forward recorded an average of 10.8 points per game.

“Anything you want to do, you want to be the best at it. Traveling overseas, I got to see that the NBA is really the best league in the world for basketball,” said Udofia in an interview with Pioneer Vision in January 2015.

Udofia, who graduated in 2014, ended his career at DU ranking first in program history in blocked shots (256) and tied for first for amount of games played (124).

While a Pioneer, Udofia

received the honors of the firstteam all-conference selection for three different years and in three different leagues (Sun Belt, Western Athletic Conference, Summit League). He was also named Denver’s Most Valuable Player on three different occasions, along with taking the honor of the DU Defensive Player of the Year Award all four years. Udofia was recognized as DU’s Male Athlete of the Year for 2011-12 and 2012-13.

For Udofia, the goal of playing in the NBA has now been accomplished.

The Warriors begin their season on Oct. 27, and the team will play the Nuggets on Nov. 4 in Oakland.

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Udofia dunking during a 2014 game.

PIO BIO: Reagan Dunk

SPORT: Soccer GRADE: Red-shirt junior

MAJOR: Buisness HOME STATE: Texas

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his week the Clarion sat down with starting outside defender, Reagan Dunk, who leads the No. 7 ranked team in the nation with seven assists.

In addition to Dunk’s contributions offensively, Dunk has been named Summit League Defensive Player of the Week two different times and Summit League August and September Athlete of the Month.

Q: When did you start playing soccer?

A: I started when I was eight, when all the other kids were playing, and then I got really into it around seventh or eighth grade when I started playing club.

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Q: What made you choose to play for DU? A: It’s a cool area; I took a visit and loved it. Obviously the soccer is good and I really liked the way we play and all the other players were cool so it was a good fit.

Q: You and the entire team have

had a really successful season so far. What kind of training did you do leading up to the start of the season?

A: The whole team stayed [on campus] over the summer. We ran, lifted and played every night. The fitness was really the key for me, that’s always been my biggest problem. I think the team is really all in this year which is the way we’re doing so good.

Q: How have things changed this year with Jamie Franks in his first season as head coach?

A: It’s definitely a lot more intense. He holds us all to higher standards, especially the older guys. Soccer-wise, it’s kind of the same since he’s been around for four years. I’d say it’s just more competitive really.

Q: What has it been like to be a part of a team that keeps breaking school history and is ranked so high nationally?

A: It feels good. Hopefully we can keep it up.

Denver plays Indiana University- Purdue University Fort Wayne on Nov. 7.

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OFFENSIVE CHANTS COULD MEAN TROUBLE CAROLYN ANGIOLLO STAFF WRITER

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TOP: A demonstration of Denver’s students dislike for the Colorado College Tigers in 2014. BOTTOM LEFT: Boone gets spotted in the crowd. BOTTOM RIGHT: Students cheering.

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U has been putting in extra effort to increase school spirit. However, the students’ cheers at hockey games remain the same, and this may be causing a significant problem.

Aside from the standard “Let’s go Denver!” most of the cheers coming from the student section are meant for a mature audience.

To some listeners, these cheers are not only vulgar, but also could be offensive and inappropriate for a public setting.

The cheer that causes the most dissension according to complaints received, and is also the favorite of many students, can be heard multiple times throughout home games: “[Opposing team’s goalie name], [goalie’s name], you suck and your mom’s a wh***!”

Another common occurrence is

the spelling of the word “condom”: “Give me a C, give me an O, give me an N, give me a D, give me an O, give me an M, what does that spell? Condom! What does that mean? Defense!”

While some college students believe these cheers are funny, they are not always as entertaining to everyone.

According to Chancellor Rebecca Chopp, several members of the DU community have confronted her about offensive cheering at hockey games.

Letters from alumni have also been received and many of these alumni say they will no longer attend games due to the cheers.

While the chancellor is a huge proponent of school spirit and the improvements that have been made in this area, she urges students to be more aware of their words.

“I think we should all be interested in how, as a community, we are welcoming to the guests from other teams and those who are coming and bringing small children to the games and things like that,” Chopp said.

However, some Pioneer students do not particularly agree with these concerns.

“The chants do not necessarily offend me. I find the yelling at opponents and the mocking of other teams to be part of the hockey culture,” said sophomore Kevin Blunt (San Diego, California).

To Blunt, the chants are all in good fun, but are occasionally taken too far.

“Several times, I have heard students yell at the opposing goalie, saying ‘F*** you!’ If I was a parent, I would be hesitant to take my child to a game and sit near

the student section in an effort to prevent my child from picking up and using this vocabulary,” he said.

“The cheers are a fun, silly way for the student section to bond.

The cheers are offensive, but they are supposed to be offensive,” said sophomore Kayla Moore from East Lansing, Michigan.

While students and the other fans might not always agree on the issue of these cheers, DU is still one community.

“Our students are really smart and very creative. I would think that our students could think of really clever cheers that are not offensive. I do not mind cheers, I just think they should be done in creative ways,” said Chopp, “Language creates the kind of community you are and you signal yourself to be to the world.”

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I-70 instills false hopes for quicker traffic JILLIAN QUERI

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ioneers, Coloradans and tourists alike will be gaining a new eastbound lane this winter on Interstate 70, but not without paying a high price.

Many Pios will encounter this new lane as they head back from the slopes this winter, but with such a lofty fee, it’s unlikely that students will hand over the money to earn a slightly faster commute back to campus. For the majority of college students, money is typically tight, and trips to the mountains are not a cheap activity, which is why this fee will likely deter college students from using the added feature.

With hopes to decrease winter traffic, the toll lane will open to the public in December of 2015 and will feature a dynamic tolling system, which will allow the price of travel to fluctuate depending on the frequency of traffic.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) estimates that this third lane will save drivers an average of 30 minutes on their Denver-bound drives, but this new I-70 feature comes with a cost, one that many DU students are not willing to pay.

“I would prefer to not use the toll-lane, but I guess it depends on how much it was. If it was $5, I would use the new lane to get out of the traffic,” said junior Eliana Lerman.

Beginning at Empire Junction and ending at the Veterans Memorial Tunnel in Idaho Springs, the new toll lane will

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I-70’s Mountain Express lane won’t help I-70 chaos, says author Jillian Queri.

span 13 miles heading eastbound on I-70.

According to The Denver Post, the $72 million project was paid for by both federal and state funds, but an additional and staggering $24.6 million loan was also taken out for the I-70 lane construction.

Over the coming years and ski seasons, CDOT plans to pay back this exorbitant loan through the tolls that are collected from the average of 700-900 vehicles that are estimated to use the new toll-lane each hour during the winter months’ peak travel periods. Although this lane is likely

to benefit its users, it’s unlikely that it will be completely utilized, especially by college students, simply because the fee is too high for individuals on a budget.

“I guess it’s a good way for the state to make money, but it’s your choice if you want to pay for it and skip the traffic. If the traffic was really bad and I could split the price with a full car of friends, I would pay,” said DU freshman Matt Ludwig.

According to CDOT, the Mountain Express Lane will only be available to travelers during high frequency travel periods, which are believed to be winter weekends.

The toll, which is estimated to range from $3 to $30 depending on the day and the traffic, makes the Mountain Express Lane the priciest toll road in the United States. At $30 for 13 miles, drivers would be paying approximately $2.31 per mile.

“I don’t think a fee is worth it.

I’m a very cost-sensitive person and I feel like that fee is really expensive and not worth it, especially with the price of gas,” said DU sophomore Michaela Kingston.

Dynamically priced, CDOT hopes to keep traffic constantly flowing in the Mountain Express Lane.

Meant to be an added choice for travelers, the lane will have a lower fee when I-70 needs vehicles in the lane and the price will rise when the toll lane is reaching capacity.

“There’s no way I would pay $30 to save 30 minutes of time,” said DU freshman Austin Lin. I-70 is infamous for mile-long stretches of traffic and stagnant cars during the winter months, but the uncertainty of the Mountain Express Lane and its potential success still have over two months to be revealed.

“I don’t use that road [I-70] often enough that I would have to use that lane. If I were to go, I would try to plan my trip around traffic. But, if I could guarantee that it was only going to be a $2 charge, I would use it. Even then, if there was a risk that it would be $30, hell no,” said DU senior Dana Kiel.

A smart money-making move for the state and for CDOT, the toll-lane might scare off some, especially penny-pinching DU students, but ultimately it has the potential to be utilized and productive for those seeking a shorter post-skiing commute.

Undergraduate theses challenging but rewarding ABBIE RANDALL

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or those in their senior year, graduation is rapidly approaching and the pressure of what to do after graduation looms in a thundercloud overhead. In addition, those completing a thesis project feel an extra level of stress with the extra requirements. Tackling a thesis can be seen as daunting or as a misuse of time causing undue anxiety. However, pursuing a thesis is a highly rewarding opportunity that should be taken advantage of by all seniors.

Senior theses aren’t meant to be simple and easy to finish. They are designed to allow students the opportunity to study their interests further and more in depth and be advised by a professor with experience and the ability to aid the student’s growth. Depending on the major and concentration, theses take on different structures and have different requirements appropriate to the subject of study. The decision

to complete a senior thesis is typically made by the end of junior year, though the actual thesis is worked on and finished during senior year.

Senior thesis projects are optional, allowing students a choice in how to further their learning during undergraduate studies. The thesis should be on a topic of personal interest to the student, and should be highly encouraged for its values. Even though students at this stage are probably busy searching for internships, holding a job and keeping their GPA up, they should also pursue a thesis in order to round out their DU academic experience.

Since the thesis is completed within the student’s major, it is the best way to cap off the years of study that have gone into their degree, and showcase this knowledge in a project the student can claim as his/her own.

Plus, a thesis provides new skills of critical thinking and self-direction, which are highly valuable in any job or graduate field. It is an impressive step of determination and dedication that can be highlighted on a resume for future employers to consider.

In a competitive market of recent do some research, talk to advisors graduates, having the experience of and don’t be intimidated. Though a writing a thesis could be the extra thesis may seem ominous it is also factor that sets one student ahead of one of the most rewarding choices another in the eyes of an employer given during undergraduate years. or in graduate school admissions.

Face it head-on and take advantage The option to write a thesis of all that DU has to offer. should be encouraged and capitalized on because of the skills it fosters, the passion it inspires and the opportunities it could provide in the future.

To those buckling down to write a thesis, good luck.

For those juniors who are considering connor w. daVis | clarion a thesis, Theses are rewarding and further learning, according to Randall.

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Pioneer Voices

QUESTION OF THE WEEK: how do you cope with the stress of finals?

“Deny, deny, deny.”

“I relieve stress by popping bubble wrap and balloons.”

— nick lewis Sophomore Colorado

— sam poirier Sophomore California

“I maintain a constant level of stress during finals.”

“YouTube. Definitely YouTube.”

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DU needs to keep students updated about events ADRIAN BOGART OPINIONS EDITOR

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ver the past year, DU has hosted numerous outstanding events, such as a revamped Homecoming & Family Weekend and Fall Festivus. In addition, numerous clubs around campus host incredible meetings and gatherings that enhance the quality of student life on campus. Yet, many students miss out on the opportunity to attend these events because they are not properly advertised across campus. Therefore, DU needs a centralized location to post events going on around campus for all clubs and campus happenings so students can take advantage of the unique opportunities on campus.

Since 2007, DU has been using OrgSync, an Internet networking system that acts as a tool for student organizations. The intent of this website was to ensure all student organizations are accessable and allow for easy communication

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DU needs a website outside of OrgSync to consolidate campus events and organization happenings according to Bogart.

for clubs with students. Yet ask the average student if they have registered or even heard of OrgSync, and the answer is no. OrgSync fails to properly communicate with students about the events going on on campus, which leads to many events (such as the Homecoming Spirit Rally) and clubs on campus having low attendance.

Therefore, students either rely on the official DU website, social media or word of mouth to learn

about events or clubs on campus.

This is inefficient and deprives students of many fantastic opportunities to participate in campus events.

The solution to this problem is simple: DU should create a website where all clubs and even individual students can post about their events and campus events can be prominently advertised. Whether on the campus’ main website or a new website all together, students should have access to a complete

and constantly updated schedule of happenings. And since students are constantly using their computers or mobile devices and use social media, this website should be user-friendly and able to link up to social media.

Our school has fantastic opportunities available to students outside the classroom. In order to get the most out of these opportunities, DU has to invest in creating a centralized website to allow students to stay current with campus events.

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How to deal with the mid-quarter crisis

cOnnOR W. daviS | claRiOn The Ritchie Center offers options for stress relief.

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he quarter system is brutal. The quick 10 weeks of arduous work doesn’t allow much time for relaxation. Because of this, it is common to find yourself in a funk or small crisis in the weeks before finals.

This is a tough time, but here are four ways to help you survive it: Make time for relaxation You’ve probably been told this before—whether by friends, family or faculty—but you need to relax. In college this is easier said than done. The pressures of academic work, actual occupational work. The seemingly necessary need to go out every night can make it hard to find solace and relaxation. Relaxation is key to repairing the human psyche. It is the most import-

ant thing we can do for ourselves in terms of mental health. While the urge to go out every night at the end of the week can be very strong, sometimes it can be a very good thing to stay in one night. Watch some Netflix, listen to good music or munch on snack food.

DU offers multiple opportunities to help students relax. For instance, the Ritchie Center offers yoga classes every day of the week to help one unwind and stay fit. If stress is really getting to you though, the HCC offers group stress management therapy sessions. We all have stress, and it is important that no matter what you do, you can find yourself comfortable and unstimulated when need be.

Get off campus College can be a bubble, and we sometimes forget that outside our little colony of academia there is a very large and interesting world. A great way to escape from your mid-quarter crisis is to get physically away from it for a while.

Whether it’s a day trip to the mountains or visiting friends at another Colorado university, getting away for a while can ease the mind and bring much needed reflection. If you don’t have the means to travel that long of a distance, taking the train to downtown to explore or dine can be a great way to distance oneself from the stress of school for a while.

Going out can be cheap too, all fulltime DU students have the ability to take RTD anywhere for free with our student pass.

Exercise Colorado is a health-crazed state and DU by all means follows in those footsteps. If exercise has never been a priority in your past, now might be the time to pick it up. Of course this might seem like just an additional stress and commitment, but by and large the benefits outweigh any drawbacks. Simply running for 20 minutes can help relieve stress, boost energy and give you time for self-reflection. While exercise might not be inherently relaxing, it can have the same effect. Don’t be worried though—getting exercise does not mean you have to be hitting the gym for four hours every night, it can be as simple as taking a longer bike ride to class or going by foot somewhere you would usually take other means of transportation.

Plan ahead One of the best ways to handle a

late-quarter crisis is to plan ahead. The distance between midterms and finals, while theoretically the same as the distance between the start of the year and midterms, seems much shorter in comparison. Because of this, right now is the time to plan for the next couple weeks. It doesn’t matter how you do it, but it can be a major stress reliever to plan out and list all the assignments, activities, events, etc. that you have for the rest of the year. The sense of organization is a major help to a midterm-damaged psyche.

If feelings of stress are starting to overwhelm and depress you, it can never hurt to go to the HCC and get any kind of help you need.

The center offers both private and group counseling for an array of situations. Your mental and physical health are the most important things to take care of; if you need help, get it.

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Fall date night ideas for every relationship stage CHLOE BARRETT

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t’s easy to fall into the old dinner-and-a-movie routine, but with autumn in full swing there are plenty of seasonal activities to switch things up. Whether it’s a fall fling or a long-term relationship, there’s something for everyone to enjoy with that special someone.

Go ice skating This is a good option for a first date when you’re just starting to get to know someone—casual but thought-out. The activity will fill those inevitable conversation lulls and is the perfect way to accentuate a fall afternoon or evening. For DU students, the date can also be cheap if you go to the Joy Burns Arena during their drop-in public skate. Sessions are free if you have a Coors Fitness Center Membership (all full-time students do) and skate rental costs just $3. If you want to get off campus, check out The Rink at Belmar in Lakewood for their opening day on Nov. 19 and skate for half price.

Rent a boat This outing is better suited for an established couple: aside from the fact that it’s not recommended to go out alone on a boat with a pseudo-stanger, it’s also pretty intimate. Just the two of you, out in the middle of a body of water—romantic when you’ve

been dating awhile, risky if you’ve just met. And what better way to enjoy the beautiful lakes Denver has to offer before they freeze over? Washington Park offers boat rentals through the fall—everything from canoes to pedal boats—so bundle up, pack a picnic basket with your date and re-enact the scene from basically any Nicholas Sparks movie ever made.

Attend a cooking class Perfect for long-term couples, cooking classes tend to be a little steep price-wise. Stir Cooking School offers date night cooking classes ranging from “Chilly Paris Night” ($80/ person) to “Surf and Turf” ($80/ person). For a cheaper alternative and to avoid the cold, turn on the Food Network and stay in and cook.

Either way, you’ll have made a terrific meal together by the end of the date.

Check out Zoo Lights Can you say mood lighting? Running Dec. 4 through Jan. 3, the Denver Zoo lights up its 70 acres with Christmas lights and illuminated animal sculptures, incorporating nightly entertainment and animal encounters. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holidays with your love interest, whether your relationship is brand new or you’re practically married.

With these ideas, you’re ready to get out of your date night rut or ask out that person you’ve been crushing on since orientation week and enjoy everything Denver has to offer this fall.

aRTemiS kaTSaRiS | claRiOn What better way to get to know someone, or bond with your significant other, than to learn to cook together?

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t’s time, guys. Time to roll out the space heaters and the flannel sheets and dust off your vests and warm coats. Fall weather has officially arrived, and after a day of hiking in the foothills or skiing in the mountains, you want to come home to a hot and cozy dinner. Fall is also a great time to take advantage of some in-season vegetables. This is a way to not only make your grocery shopping trip cheaper but also make it healthier. Here are a few ideas for cozy fall recipes.

What’s in season: acorn squash, brussels sprouts, butternut squash, cranberries, garlic, grapes, mushrooms, pumpkin, sunflower seeds, sweet potatoes and apples.

Here’s an appetizer to get your festive fall meals going: Garlic Lemon and Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts.

What you need: 1 pound brussels sprouts, cut in half lengthwise 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice ½ teaspoons sea salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (or more if you are like me and love parmesan cheese)

Preheat your oven to 400 F. Mix brussels sprouts and garlic in a large mixing bowl; drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper and toss. Spread onto a cookie sheet in an even layer. Bake for 25 - 30 minutes, tossing once halfway through and adding parmesan cheese about five minutes before they are done.

Serve with lemon juice and parmesan. Courtesy of Cooking Classy.

To make your splurges feel a little healthier: Butternut Squash Mac ‘N’ Cheese (This mac ‘n’ cheese has squash in it. Squash is a vegetable.

Take that, Mom.) What you need: ½ pound elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional) 2 cups milk ½ medium butternut squash, cooked and mashed (or 1 can of butternut squash puree if you’re short on time, but come on, make the sacrifice for mac ‘n’ cheese).

1 tablespoon rosemary (optional) 2 cups shredded cheese of your choice ¼ cup breadcrumbs Preheat your oven to 400 F. Cook and drain the pasta. Melt your butter in a large skillet. Once it’s melted, stir in your flour and nutmeg. Continue stirring for a few minutes before you add in the

milk. Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil while constantly stirring until the sauce has thickened. Turn the heat to low and stir in the butternut squash or puree.

Add the rosemary and take the sauce off the heat. Stir in the pasta and add salt and pepper. Pour half of the mixture in a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle half the cheese, and repeat. Put the breadcrumbs on top and bake for 25 - 30 minutes. Don’t be ashamed to eat this one right out of the baking dish.

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Instead of ordering takeout again this week: Egg Drop Soup with Ginger and Mushrooms What you need: 3 beaten eggs 4 cups chicken stock 1 tablespoon cornstarch ½ teaspoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon soy sauce 3 green onions, chopped ¾ cup shiitake mushrooms (or mushrooms of your choice, but shiitakes just make it seem more authentic, right?)

Mix ½ cup of the chicken stock with the cornstarch until it is dissolved.

Mix the remaining chicken stock, ginger, soy sauce, mushrooms and green onions in a pot and bring it to a

boil. Add the stock cornstarch mixture and stir. Reduce heat to a simmer.

Slowly pour in the beaten eggs while stirring the soup. The egg will spread out into ribbons. Garnish with more green onions and serve immediately.

Courtesy of Simply Recipes.

Of course we need a dessert: Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats What you need: 4 cups marshmallows ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (If you don’t have any, make your own with cinnamon, cloves, ginger and nutmeg.) ½ teaspoon cinnamon 3 tablespoons butter ¼ cup canned pumpkin 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal

Plop your butter into a medium pan on low heat and melt. Add the marshmallows and stir it up. Once the marshmallows are nicely mixed in, add the pumpkin and spices and stir. Keep stirring and add the Rice Krispies. Pour the whole mix into a 9x13 baking pan that has been greased with melted butter. Wait a few minutes for them to cool and dig in. Or you could always make them into balls and add cute jack-o-lantern faces like the picture, courtesy of Love Bug Creations. Courtesy of Essentially Eclectic.

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Tips for the safest possible night out COURTNEY LUSTER

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o, Halloween weekend is over and we all have a chance to breathe again.

You might have gone a little crazy and had some stories to share over headaches and coffee the next morning. As it is with every rowdy weekend, there were some fun times and some things you did that you look back on and regret. Maybe Halloween was the former of the two and maybe it was the latter, but either way this is a good turning point in the school year to sit back and ponder the repercussions of going out. It is certainly a time to keep in mind a couple tips for making sure you and your friends stay safe on your weekend adventures until the end of the quarter and throughout the rest of your lives.

Bring layers I know you all want to look hot at your parties, but going out always involves more walking than you think it’s going to. At the end of the night, you will not want to be walking a mile home in your tank top and skirt or t-shirt and jeans. Bring a jacket and find a corner to tuck it in, or find the host of the party you’re attending and ask them if there is a closet or a room you can put it in. Just don’t forget it at the end of the night.

Keep Campus Safety’s number handy If you need help, call 303-8713000 for Campus Safety. However, if you are suffering from a life-threatening emergency, call 911 first. If you feel uncomfortable walking home and would like an escort from Campus Safety, or if you need to report a crime, call 303-871-2334 and an officer will be sent to your location. If you are near one of the blue campus phones, the number is 1-3000.

Something a lot of students say after letting someone at a party go too far is that they didn’t call anyone because they didn’t want their friend to get in trouble.

Looking back on it, the consequences of calling Campus Safety or even 911 are much better than not calling.

Watch out for your friends Seriously. Places can get cramped and crazy, and this can mean that drinks can get spiked, people can get out of control and things can happen to you or your friends. You can’t always watch out for yourself, so watch out for each other. This also includes going out with people you trust and feel comfortable enough to tell when you’re uncomfortable in a certain situation. It’s okay to abort mission when a night goes south and being with the right people is a huge part of this.

Stick to the “one drink per hour rule” Okay, we all know that this one

is going to be more of a guideline.

The point of it is, when you get to a party or a bar and everyone wants to get you a drink and do a sequence of shots is fun at the moment. It is also a sure-fire way to end the night on a couch or bathroom floor that you really don’t want to be on. A night out is not a sprint, people.

It’s an endurance race, or not even a race in the first place. This also means avoiding crazy drinking

games that make you consume way too much way too fast.

Going out is a fun way to meet a lot of new people, an inevitable part of college and where you will make some of your best memories. Keep yourself and your friends in check and you will be the life of the party, not the one making apologies tomorrow.

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Beer pong can be a fun drinking game, as long as the festivities don’t get out of hand.

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Your party can be a night to remember or a night forgotten.

How to make this registration the easiest one yet CHLOE BARRETT ASSISTANT EDITOR

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egistration can be pretty nerve-wracking. It’s a race against time and your peers to snatch up the high-demand courses you want and the easy classes that will fulfill a core requirement. In order to experience as smooth a registration as possible, follow these tips from seasoned senior Paulina Levy, an environmental science major from Washington, D.C.

Tip #1: Plan ahead “Organization and preparation

are key...I will never forget a certain afternoon I spent at Starbucks at the end of fall quarter my freshman year.

I had made the perfect schedule. But when my registration time rolled around, nothing was working. Some of my labs were filled and others didn’t work with practice or chapter or whatever—I panicked and one of my friends had to give me a hug.

Never would I let that happen again, so I started creating excel spreadsheets and color coding classes with days of the week and times so that if one code doesn’t work, I can punch in a backup.”

For those who didn’t know, Pioneerweb also offers a “plan ahead” option that allows you to build potential schedules that you can load when your registration time comes.

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When in doubt about an aspect of college life, it’s best to ask a senior.

Tip #2: Know who to talk to “Whether it’s your professor, your advisor or the department head, someone will have the answers.”

It’s crucial you develop a relationship with someone; many students treat the required talk with their academic advisor as a dentist appointment, but getting to know your advisor has its advantages.

Besides having the inside track on your professor, they can usually give you a fair warning about your course load given another student’s experience. Do it as soon as possible—don’t wait till junior year.

Tip #3: Don’t be ashamed to beg “Freshman year, I ended up at Olin begging to be overenrolled

in certain classes I needed.”

In the event a needed class is full, meet your potential professor and ask their permission to register for their class. If it’s a class you really need and you have a good argument, chances are they will hear you out.

Tip #4: Don’t stress too much There will be quarters as a freshman and even as a sophomore that you may not get any of your first choices, that’s just the nature of registration. Take it from Levy, “You will graduate on time and get into all your classes. You may have an 8 a.m. or a Friday class, but hey, you’re here to learn.”

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Crêpes ‘n Crêpes: 4.5 / 5.0 stars

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RuTh hOllenback | claRiOn The interior of Crêpes ‘n Crêpes is authentic.

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enver: the diverse home to the Broncos, the prized Rocky Mountains, 300 days of sunshine a year and, best of all, unparalleled authentic French cuisine.

Exit the city chaos of 16th Street Mall into Crêpes ‘n Crêpes, located right in the heart of downtown in Writer Square on the corner of Lawrence and 16th Street Mall. It is a charmingly petite cafe, dense with sweet and savory treats guaranteed to satisfy your palette. When you walk in, expect to be instantly welcomed by several of the waiters and cooks; the bar counter and the kitchen are all meshed together right in front of the door to make for an intimate and congenial experience.

One of the waitresses, Ryan, explained that the main reason she loves working here is because of the family focus and genuine nature.

“It’s a family-run business. Because of that, the people who work here are all so genuine. You can tell they are here simply because they love to serve their customers—who are like family to them—authentically good food.”

The restaurant, its walls coated with French artwork and tin signs colored in bright blues, reds and

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yellows, is small enough to allow for conversations from your table to right behind the bar where the cooks are making your food. Sit on the quilted stools at the bar for a frontrow seat at the cooks creating each crepe to delectable perfection.

Now, the most delicious part: the crepes. Each one, whose batter is exquisitely made with the simple ingredients of salt, butter, eggs, flour and water, is topped with unique combinations of either sweet or savory ingredients to please every type of taste bud. They have offerings that are sweet, like the Fraises avec Nutella ou Sauce au Chocolat ($8.50) or the Crêpe Suzette, made with lemon juice, caramel, butter, sugar, and Grand Marnier ($11). They also have offerings that are savory, like the Poulet au Gratin ($11.50), with chicken, mushrooms and onions in a white wine cream sauce with Emmentaler Swiss cheese, or the Crêpe Florentine ($10.75), with Canadian bacon, spinach, eggs and Hollandaise sauce—there are plenty of options that will make you want to keep coming back. They also offer vegetarian options, gluten-free options, and a build-your-own crêpe entrée.

Don’t forget to pair your crepe with one of the many Lavazza espresso drinks or a specialty French wine, cider or beer.

Genuine family-oriented people, to-die-for crêpes, satiating handcrafted drinks and a homelike and charming atmosphere quench your thirst to travel with this little taste of Paris. It is open every day at 8:30 a.m. It closes at 3 p.m. on Mondays, 9 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 9 p.m. on Sundays. There is also a location slightly closer to campus just north of the Cherry Creek mall on the corner of Detroit Street and 3rd Avenue.

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loudy skies and snowy peaks have arrived and with them a change in season. Ski resorts are freshly covered and only a jump, skip and a ski away, weekend mountain trips may be the new study routine. Those who decorate in seasons are eagerly awaiting the day Christmas lights and holiday home decor flood commerical stores everywhere. For gallery-goers this means new exhibits are changing faster than the leaves are falling.

Here is a small selection of free up-and-coming exhibits that signify the end of another quarter, but the start of a new season.

Left Ajar: Plastic Old and Our Bright And Shiny Future Where: Leon Gallery When: Nov. 7 - Dec. 12 Who: Diego Rodriguez-Warner and Matthew J. Mahoney Cost: Free Leon Gallery, an art space by day and music venue by night, is hosting a dual exhibit for Denver-based artist Diego Rodriguez-Warner and California-based artist Matthew J. Mahoney. The end result of this cross-country duo is a blend of bright installation pieces by Mahoney, and equally as bold paintings by Rodriguez-Warner. Mahoney’s work is as intricate as it is large. Figures constructed by saran wrap, tape, cardboard, styrofoam and string tower over gallery spaces as if demanding to be seen. His work embodies the human condition and one’s overindulgence in per-

sonal vices — whether that be material or substance overload.

Rodriguez-Warner’s mixed-media paintings combine elements of pop-art and ink illustration. He combines and layers contrasting visual mediums, creating a 3D-like image that jumps off the canvas. Rodriguez-Warner’s work looks like a mashup of Andy Warhol’s prints and Ralph Steadman’s paintings. For more on these artists’ work, be sure to catch them at the opening reception on Nov. 7.

Cutaways Where: Rule Gallery When: Oct. 23 - Dec. 5 Who: Jacob Feige Cost: Free Rule Gallery, found in RiNo Art District, curated a solo exhibit for New York painter Jacob Feige.

Feige’s oil paintings appear to be a collage of paintings: a base layer disrupted by bits and pieces of contrasting paintings. However, each piece is really a single layer given depth, shadows and dimensions.

His work doesn’t simply look like a blend of completely different paintings, but rather each piece looks like an intimate memory or a story frozen in time. The paintings look like moments distracted by thought or day-dreams. As the gallery website describes, Feige’s work “explores our tendency to ‘cutaway’ from the present moment.” The opening reception has passed but the gallery will have extended hours (6-9 p.m.) on Nov. 6 ( the start of Denver Arts Week).

Begin this month’s art adventure with Rule Gallery and Leon Gallery, but be sure to check out Goodwin Fine Art Gallery or DAM as the next stops on your journey.

The Dry Ice Factory, where the Rule Gallery is located.

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Denver Film Festival sure to please

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The Denver Film Festival has been occuring every year since 1978. This year, the festival dropped the “Starz” from its name, but still promises the same quality of film and awards.

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or Denver film fans, the most wonderful time of the year is back. From Nov. 4 to Nov. 15, the Denver Film Festival returns with a lineup that is sure to excite, shock and inspire moviegoers of all tastes.

This quick guide highlights what films attendees should get their popcorn buckets ready for.

A Thought-Provoking Opening Night

Opening night is always one of the biggest nights for the festival, and the film opening the festivities this year is Charlie Kaufman’s (“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind”) stop-motion dramedy “Anomalisa” (Wednesday Nov. 4, 8 p.m., Ellie Caulkins Opera House).

A critical darling, Kaufman is one of the most talented and absurd minds in Hollywood. His films “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” and “Being John Malkovich” are legendary cult classics that put him amongst the most lauded of filmmakers. After not making a film for six years, it will without a doubt be interesting to see how he will return to the limelight and extend his talents to the world of animation.

This One’s for the Girls In a wonderfully refreshing twist, three of this year’s biggest festival headliners are all stories

about women. Getting the red carpet treatment is “Carol,” (Saturday Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m., Ellie Caulkins Opera House) an already critically adored Oscar contender about two women, portrayed by Cate Blanchett (“Blue Jasmine”) and Rooney Mara (“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”), whose impassioned love affair changes their lives forever.

Following suit, “Suffragette,” (Wednesday Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m., UA Pavilions) a fictionalized portrayal of some of the key events in England’s early feminist movement, is gaining quite a bit of admiration for its powerful performances, especially from its always wonderful lead Carey Mulligan (“Drive”). Despite Mulligan’s role, however, the film is garnering some controversy on multiple fronts. Its marketing of Meryl Streep’s (“Into the Woods”) performance was reportedly overzealous. Streep only appears in one scene of the film despite the film’s ad campaign making it seem otherwise, so be wary if Streep seems like the most interesting part of this film. The film is also under fire for a photoshoot that features the four main, white cast members wearing shirts that say “I’d rather be a rebel than a slave.” The quote is a reference to a speech by British suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, but some have taken issue with reusing the quote in today’s political context.

Either way, the film should be a powerful experience.

Rounding out the three is

“Brooklyn,” (Thursday Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m., Sie FilmCenter) an adaptation of Colm Tóibín’s novel of the same name, featuring rising star Saoirse Ronan (“The Grand Budapest Hotel”) as an awkward young Irish immigrant who discovers herself after settling down in 1950s Brooklyn. Like “Carol” and “Suffragette,” the film is gaining quite a bit of traction for awards season, with Ronan being singled out for her passionate—and possibly career-changing— performance. These ladies surely aren’t to be ignored.

A Strong Supporting Cast

life of country legend Hank Williams. Tom Hiddleston (“Crimson Peak”) is garnering a lot of attention for his risky dive into the role, and it’s sure to turn a lot of heads on premiere night.

With a lineup this good, this year’s Denver Film Festival is sure to be an unforgettable one. Before heading out to see some movie audiences won’t remember or care about next week, take a chance and head downtown for a true celebration of movie magic. Tickets are available at the Denver Film Festival website or at the door of each respective theater.

Last, but certainly not least, the festival’s lineup of special presentations is filled with films sure to get audiences talking. Infamous documentarian Michael Moore (“Sicko”) returns to the screen with his new doc “Where to Invade Next,”(Friday Nov. 6, 8 P.M., Ellie Caulkins Opera House) a look at how countries in the European Union deal with economic and social issues differently from here in the States. Also generating buzz is “The Boat Builder,”(Friday Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m., UA Pavilions) a coming-of-age drama about the relationship between a grumpy old mariner and a foster child that stars Christopher Lloyd (“Back to the Future”) and is helmed by new director and Denverite Arnold Grossman. Rounding out the list of anticipated films is “I Saw the photo courtesy of impaawards.com Light,” (Friday Nov. 13, 9:30 p.m., “Suff ragette” is just one of the many movies at Sie FilmCenter) a biopic about the this year’s Denver Film Festival. tumultuous and tragically short

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‘Dark Places’ a chilling thriller ABBIE RANDALL

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he staple of a quality mystery or suspense novel is its ability to ripple a chill through the bones and up the spine. Just as she did her famous novel “Gone Girl,” Gillian Flynn succeeds in providing readers with a dark thrill in her novel “Dark Places.” This story is not for the faint of heart, so be warned.

Protagonist Libby Day was only seven years old when her mother and two older sisters were murdered in their home.

Libby survived, and testified against her 15-year-old brother Ben, pointing to him as the killer. Now, 25 years later, Libby’s life is still in shambles and Ben is in prison for life. When a secret group called the Kill Club approaches Libby, she agrees to work with them, hoping to profit off the tragedy. She reluctantly forces herself to think of that night and her coerced testimony, details she prefers to avoid at all costs. However, the more she investigates her family’s murder, the more she begins to suspect that Ben is not at fault at all.

Flynn is a talented writer, creating a dark world that feels grungy and full of despair, yet somehow holds hope for redemption and closure. She allows her story to unravel through different characters: present-day Libby’s perspective drives the investigation, while clues are given through Ben and Libby’s mother as each tells their story of the day leading up to the murders.

Flynn has the ability to create a distinct voice for each character.

She gives personality and a sliver of hope to each mind, while still keeping a drone of depression and desolation. Plus, Flynn is not to be underestimated in her willingness to dive into the darkest depths of the human soul in order to produce a shocking twist.

“Dark Places” is true to its title, a fact that should be considered before opening the novel.

Once past the first page, there is no putting the book down. A story of suspicion, accusations and family, Flynn’s novel is a thriller that can’t be ignored.

photo courtesy of ew.com Popular boy band One Direction will be releasing their fifth album, “Made in the A.M.,” on Nov. 12 which will be their last before a supposed hiatus.

JOCELYN ROCKHOLD

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ovember is here, which means finals, absurd amounts of coffee and the beloved winter break. In addition to all of these things, November also means there’s some high-profile upcoming album releases for the music world. Ranging from pop to rock, it will be interesting to see how these albums are received.

“Made in the A.M.”—One Direction: Nov. 13 Since the group’s first album “Up All Night” was released in 2012, British boy band One Direction has released an album every year since, and they aren’t going to disappoint their fans for 2015. “Made in the A.M.,” the group’s fifth studio album, is going to be the boys’ last for a foreseeable future—One Direction is set to go on hiatus beginning in spring of next year. This is also One Direction’s first album without previous fifth member Zayn Malik, who left in March of this year. “Made in the A.M.” seems like it’s going to have a large variety of songs, based off of single releases “Drag Me Down,” “Infinity” and “Perfect.” The album drops the same day as Justin Bieber’s new album as well—it’s going to be interesting to see the two battle it out on the charts.

“Paper Mâché Dream Balloon”—King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard: Nov. 13 Despite the band’s less than serious name, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard should not be taken lightly. The seven-piece psych garage band from Australia has received positive reviews

from the likes of Pitchfork and The Guardian, so hopes are high for “Paper Mâché Dream Balloon,” the band’s seventh studio album. King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard is characterized by a laid-back beach sound and experimental writing, but that may be a bit different for the next album. Singer Stu Mackenzie has desribed it as “punky,” and while the band’s previous records have been self-described as concept albums, Mackenzie has also said this will change for “Paper Mâché Dream Balloon.”

Get ready for a change, but still expect the charming talent that King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard has perfected.

“25”—Adele: Nov. 20

up record,” she said she would call this one a “make-up record.” “25” is sure to be a hit.

“Strangeulation Vol. II”— Tech N9ne: Nov. 20 Tech N9ne fans appear to be pretty lucky—the rapper, hailing from Kansas City, just released his fifteenth studio album “Special Effects” earlier this year, and he’s already back with a new album to drop on Nov. 20. “Strangeulation Vol. II,” sequel to Tech N9ne’s 2014 album “Strangeulation,” will include participation from every artist under Strange Music, Tech N9ne’s own independent record label for hip-hop artists. This album will continue Tech N9ne’s “Collabos” series, which is a string of albums that heavily feature guest artists. “Strangeulation Vol. II” includes single “We Just Wanna Party,” featuring Rittz and Darrein Safron. Tech N9ne has released many successful albums—“Strangeulation Vol. II” will likely follow this pattern.

After four years, Adele is back.

Since her last album, 21, which was the fourth-best selling album of all-time in the UK, only after The Beatles (“Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band”), Abba (“Gold: Greatest Hits”) and Queen (“Greatest Hits”), Adele has been relatively quiet, but her album is going to be anything but. With the release of “Hello,” the first single off of “25,” Adele has already set up expectations for another hit record. The music video for “Hello” broke the Vevo record for the most views in 24 hours with 27.7 million views—this record was previously held by Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood.” Overall, the single was an absolute hit and there’s no reason for anyone to think her album will be anything difphoto courtesy of floodmagazine.com ferent. While Adele King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard’s seventh album. called “21” a “break-

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November concerts

NOVEMBER 4,2015

Say ‘hello’ again to Adele

TARYN ALLEN CONTRIBUTING WRITER

There are thousands of live music events in the Denver area each month and a ton of shows every single night. There is no space to list them all, so here is one event, big or small, each at a different venue to attend for every day left in November. For even more options, check out a full Denver music event schedule.

Nov. 4: RX Bandits (rock): Ogden Theatre, 8 p.m.

Nov. 5: Tommy Emmanuel (folk, blues): Macky Auditorium, 8 p.m.

Nov. 6: Colorado Symphony Orchestra (orchestral): Boettcher Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 7: AWOLNATION (electronic rock, alternative): Fillmore Auditorium, 6:30 p.m.

Nov. 8: Palaye Royale (rock): Marquis Theater, 6 p.m.

Nov. 9: Peaches (electronic, punk rock): Summit Music Hall, 8 p.m.

Nov. 10: Rob Thomas (pop, rock): Pikes Peak Center, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 11: Monty Alexander (jazz, blues): Dazzle Restaurant & Lounge, 6:30 p.m.

Nov. 12: Fruition (country, alternative): Aggie Theatre, 9 p.m.

Nov. 13: Voicecoil (EDM): Casselman’s Bar & Venue, 7 p.m.

Nov. 14: Skream (dubstep, electronic): Club Vinyl, 9 p.m.

Nov. 15: True Blue Band (soul, funk): Quixote’s True Blue, 9 p.m.

Nov. 16: Blessthefall (metal, screamo): The Black Sheep, 6 p.m.

Nov. 17: Coleman Hell (indie, pop): Bluebird Theater, 7 p.m.

Nov. 18: Doyle (metal): Moxi Theater, 8 p.m.

Nov. 19: Clare Dunn (country): 1STBANK Center, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 20: Public Image Ltd (rock, alternative): Gothic Theatre, 8 p.m.

Nov. 21: Roosevelt Collier’s Colorado Get Down (soul, funk): The 1up Colfax, 9 p.m.

Nov. 22: Andy Frasco and the U.N. (rock, blues): Belly Up Aspen, 9:30 p.m.

Nov. 23: Brian Parton / Open Mic Night (indie, rock): Ziggies, 7 p.m.

Nov. 24: Puscifer (alternative, rock): Bellco Theatre, 8 p.m.

Nov. 25: Ray Scott (country): Grizzly Rose, 8:30 p.m.

Nov. 26: Soul Train (Motown, 60s): Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox, 8:30 p.m.

Nov. 27: Leftover Salmon (bluegrass, rock): Boulder Theater, 8:30 p.m.

Nov. 28: The Bunny Gang (alternative, folk): The Oriental Theater, 8 p.m.

Nov. 29: Allan Harris (jazz): Lone Tree Arts Center, 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 30: Monday Night Menagerie (eclectic): Cervantes’ Other Side, 7 p.m.

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Adele released single “Hello” off her upcoming album “25” to great acclaim. The video for it broke a Vevo record previously held by Taylor Swift.

JOCELYN ROCKHOLD

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STAFF WRITER

dele is back, and the world couldn’t be more excited.

After four years of relative silence from the singer, Adele is greeting us again with the release of her song “Hello,” the first single off her upcoming album “25.” “Hello” seems relatively similar to Adele’s work from “21”—the tune still has the long, glittering and glamorous vocals and the same overall reflective tone.

“Hello” is gorgeous—honestly, Adele could probably sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and it could still reach the top of the charts but, thankfully, “Hello” is much deeper than that. Her new track appears to be about love and heartbreak, a common theme from Adele, as she addresses a past lover by singing “I’m sorry for breaking your heart”

and wonders if the person is doing well. “Hello” doesn’t really mix it up, but still relies on the gorgeous vocals and nostalgic love that Adele does so well.

After releasing a preview of the single the same week the song actually dropped, “Hello” immediately rocketed to the top of iTunes and Billboard charts, and the music video for the song smashed Vevo records (“Hello” now holds the title of the video with the most plays in 24 hours).

The music video, set in a soft sepia tone, features a present Adele singing over a storyline of an earlier Adele with a previous lover, when the relationship was solid and happy. The aesthetic of the video matches perfectly with the feelings “Hello” evokes— there’s something about Adele singing powerfully in the woods while reminiscing about love that makes viewers feel nostal-

gic. In addition to breaking Vevo records, “Hello” also set a new title—IMAX cameras were used in the filming of the video, making it the first video in history to be filmed with IMAX cameras.

Despite little promotion for “Hello,” it’s still wildly successful, and there’s no doubt that “25” will continue with that success.

Adele is something special—while other artists rely heavily on promotional build-up for releases, Adele drops music with barely any advertising and still beats everyone in the game (Beyoncé also did this with her album “Beyoncé” in 2013—Adele and Beyonce are two of the most powerful and influential women in the biz). She has the world wrapped around her little finger, and rightfully so. Expect “25,” dropping on Nov. 20, to take the world by storm as we say “hello” again to Adele.

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