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Town hall ‘Imagines’ new future for DU Madeline Zann Entertainment Editor On March 24, as part of the Imagine DU initiative, Chancellor Rebecca Chopp and Provost Gregg Kvistad hosted a town hall-style meeting in Anderson Academic Commons in order to reveal to the community the progress that the program has made thus far.

Imagine DU was announced in November 2014 as a way to engage the DU community and discover what the DU can do better. According to the Imagine DU website and Chancellor Chopp, the initiative has two prongs: Engaging Community and Transformative Directions. Engaging Community is the short-term aspect of the program, focusing on what can be done now and within the next year, while Transformative Directions looks at what can be done as far into the future as 2025. The town hall meeting was explained by Chopp as to be part of the Engaging Community component of Imagine DU. “Universities have to think about how to take the boundaries that have already been embedded in the culture and make them better,” said Chopp. “That’s our engaging community project.”

In order to discover what needed to be done, Chopp explained that four task forces were created: a task force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Excellence, one on Student Access and Support, another on Professional Development on Faculty and Staff, and finally a task force on Expanding Sustainability on Campus.

“Seeing the step-by-step process and the way that we’re actually making progress through all of this is really gratifying,” said Shelly Smith-Acuna, co-chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity task force and professor in the Graduate School of Psychology.

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Promotional items are hanging all over campus for ImagineDU, the Town hall’s main subject.

The main purpose of the town hall meeting was for these task forces to report out to the community and receive feedback from the DU community, as well as to discuss how these recommendations are going to be implemented in the short-term.

As each task force co-chair presented, it became clear that, despite the different specific focuses of each task force, there were consistent themes that were highlighted by all of the committees. The need for Universitywide coherence and cooperation was made

very clear by both co-chairs and by Kvistad.

Centralization of resources on campus also was a key point made by each task force.

However, each task force also presented specific ideas—some of which have already been implemented, or will be implemented

by December of 2015. Due to recommendations by the task force on Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Excellence, three new positions have already been created: a Vice Chancellor for Campus Life and Inclusive Excellence, a Senior Associate Provost for Diversity, Equity

and Inclusive Excellence and a Diversity Recruiting and Retention Leader in the Human Resources department.

Many of the task forces and the recommendations that were included in the Chancellor’s implementation plan were faculty and staff focused, with the exception of the Student Access and Support task force.

Speaking for the task force, co-chair Gina Johnson focused on the need for more financial aid, diversification of the faculty, coordination of all of the student access and support programs and an enhanced advising and registration program. While these were the few student-specific recommendations, it seemed to be believed that the other ideas—like increasing campus sustainability and strengthening professional development—would eventually benefit students.

Another opportunity that will be available for students due to recommendations by the Student Access and Support task force is “engaged learning.”

“The idea would be for first year students to gather together a portfolio that goes beyond their course work,” Kvistad said. “It includes work that [students] do when they study abroad, do internships, their volunteer actives, really to allow them this portfolio that will be useful for them . . . with potential employers.”

Concerns that were raised by faculty at the end of the town hall focused mainly on how to measure the growth and change and how to make sure that these ideas are actually implemented and enforced.

“One of the things that we’ve heard at DU is that great ideas happen and people have lots of reports and then nothing happens,” Chopp said. “So it’s urgent, it’s imperative that even if we don’t get 100 percent, that we get 90 percent or 95 percent completed.”

Updates, more information and all of the task forces’ reports can be found at imagine.du.edu.

Campus Safety apologizes for mishap Nikki Frick Social Media Director On March 24, Campus Safety reported a strong arm robbery on Asbury Avenue between Gilpin Street and Williams Street. The victim has not reported any injuries and the suspect is believed to be a light-skinned male, approximately 25 years old according to a Campus Safety alert.

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Before reporting the incident, however, Campus Safety accidentally sent a blank message through the DU Alert System.

The accidental blank message was related to the software program used to issue the alert, which is designed to send messages quickly.

“The dispatcher neglected to populate all fields,” said Sgt. James Johnston, Community Partnerships and Training Coordinator for Campus Safety, about the error, “He has received remedial

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training in the program.” Additionally, Johnston reported, all officers received a refresher on the particular issue that caused the error message.

“The Department of Campus Safety apologizes for the text message and email sent,” said Johnston, “It is our goal to send messages as quickly as possible.”

Additionally, Johnston cited confusion about the term “strong arm robbery,” which refers to a robbery with-

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out the use of a weapon. Some may have believed that “strong arm” is more dangerous than an armed robbery.

“In the future, we’re going to change how we report robberies,” said Johnston. After change in vocabulary, future weapon-less robberies will not be referred to as “strong arm.”

For more information about Campus Safety and Safety Education resources, visit the Campus Safety website or follow them via Twitter or Facebook.

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Community mourns loss of Bob Yablans Women’s conference hosts over 390 guests Andrew Matranga Faculty Adviser

As winter quarter came to a close a few weeks back, it was easy to get caught up in the rush of finals and spring break. But if you frequented the halls of the Media, Film and Journalism Studies Building on DU’s southern boundary, it was hard to miss the pop-up memorial that appeared outside of the office of Bob Yablans, Senior Research Support Specialist for University Technology Services.

Yablans passed away on March 10 after battling cancer, and the halls of the MFJS Building are a bit quieter now that the man in the “Hobbit Hole,” as he called his cramped, elevated office, is gone.

But his biggest fans—the faculty and the students—helped fill the vacuum left by his all-too-soon departure with an impromptu, heartfelt memorial. It’s not the same as Yablans’ hopping down from his office and shuffling toward you with his cheshire-cat grin and outstretched hand, but it helped ease the pain and process the grief.

An unassuming but affable character, Yablans graduated from DU in 1985 with a BA in mass communication, and specialized in film and TV production. Over his decade and a half working at DU, he served as the director of engineering for the School of Communication and then the Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies, where

he supervised the film and video production and post-production operations. But his work didn’t stop at the MFJS door, as he worked with various Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (AHSS) departments, namely Emergent Digital Practices, and he helped the School of Art and Art History. This past summer, Bob helped revamp the Clarion’s entire computer network, and it’s safe to say his work lives on in this issue.

Throughout his illness, he still showed up to work, and he even fielded tech support calls while in chemotherapy. I know, because the last time Bob and I spoke was mid-February, when we were talking about a Clarion computer that was acting up. You never think that the last time you talk to a dear friend it will be about work, but that’s what happened.

If nothing else (and I learned a lot from him), Bob’s passing has taught me this: Don’t wait to call your loved ones. In fact, finish reading this story and make a call to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while.

And please talk about anything but work.

There will be a Memorial Service and Celebration of the Life of Bob and his many contributions to the University community on April 14 at 11 a.m. in the Hamilton Recital Hall at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts. If you’re interested in attending, please RSVP by April 10 by going to the news section on the MFJS website.

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The 20th Annual DU Women’s Conference took place on March 27 and saw the largest attendance in its history.

Over 390 students, faculty, administrators and community members of all genders came together to support and celebrate the successes of women at DU and around the world.

“People attend the women’s conference to support the advancement of women on campus and also throughout our society and culture and people are looking for ways to help better their own skills and better their own networks,” said Sable Schultz, Inclusive Excellence Fellow and Co-Chair of the Women’s Conference.

The Women’s Conference began at 8 a.m. with a welcome speech and a morning keynote address from Cleo Parker Robinson. Robinson is founder, artistic director and choreographer of the more than 40 year-old, Denver-based artistic institution, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, according to the Women’s Conference website. Parker had a lot to say about today’s women, as well as the women of the future.

“I think about young girls today and I think about how they talk about some of the things they see and hear and what kinds of avenues do they have,” said Robinson during her keynote speech.

“For me, it was movement and that was my language.”

Robinson explained that she suffered sudden kidney failure as a young child, and, because of her multiracial ethnicity, her parents had trouble getting her into a hospital before Robinson also suffered from a heart attack. Rob-

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Spring started on March 20, which means the annual DU SpringFest is near.

“SpringFest is an event to celebrate the beginning of Spring and one of the University’s favorite community traditions, the annual egg hunt,” said Kathy Aliaga, Office Manager for Facilities Management and Planning.

This year’s SpringFest will take place in rain, snow or shine on April 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Humanities Garden. There will be free parking available in parking lots H1 and H2. All activities are free.

SpringFest itself is relatively new to DU, having started in 2013. The annual egg hunt, on the other hand has been occurring for many years.

“For 21 years, the Staff Advisory Council hosted an annual spring egg hunt,” said Aliaga. “As part of DU’s commitment to inclusive excellence the council decided to grow the event with additional activities and naming the event SpringFest.”

Aliaga said that last year SpringFest featured Sunrise Yoga, but it focused on adults. This year, SpringFest will have Qigong/Tai Chi and Yoga that will be open to people of all ages and experience levels.

Alongside the Qigong/Tai Chi and Yoga offered, this year’s SpringFest will offer historical campus tours, takehome flower potting and breakfast from local restaurants like Bruegger’s Bagels and Kaladi Coffee, as well asSodexo.

The egg hunt will start at 11 a.m. at the Humanities Garden and feature candy and prizes.

All DU faculty, staff, students, community and friends are invited to attend this event. Anyone interested in attending should RSVP at bit.ly/ DUspringfest2015.

More information can be found on the Staff Advisory Council’s website.

inson was able to turn her near-death experience around and make what she sees as a positive impact through dance and community outreach.

“Women are bold, bad and beautiful and I want us to walk that way and give that direction to men: that we walk with you, we don’t walk behind you and we don’t need to walk in front of you, but allow us to partner and to dance with you in a way that you might not know is extraordinarily powerful,” said Robinson near the conclusion of her speech.

After the first keynote address, there were two workshop sessions. The Women’s Conference workshops addressed topics including: leadership, intuition, personal development, finding one’s voice, influence, networking, political savvy, empowerment, facing fears, professional careers and entrepreneurship.

During lunch in the Cable Center, the Robin Morgan Outstanding Woman Awards were awarded, Chancellor Chopp spoke and the second keynote speaker, Cindy Peña, delivered her speech.

Peña was hired as Vice President and General Manager at KMGH-TV, Channel 7. That appointment made her one of the first Hispanics in the country to be named General Manager at a major market network affiliate according to the Women’s Conference website. Peña’s speech focused on the women in her life who have had the most influence on her: her mother, grandmother and daughter.

“Along the way, women have always been an essential part of my story,” said Pena. “They have nurtured me, supported me, guided me and inspired me always through my journey.”

At the end of her story about the women in her life, Peña urged her audience to consider the women who have guided them through their own lives.

According to Schultz, her fellow CoChair, Kathy Sandoval, was instrumental in contacting and scheduling the keynote speakers for the Women’s Conference.

Following Peña’s speech, there was another round of workshop sessions before the Conference concluded with a reception inside the Garden Room of the Colorado Women’s College.

Schultz mentioned being very pleased with the way the 20th Annual DU Women’s Conference turned out.

“I think this event really highlights the momentum that we’re seeing in DU in terms of seeing support for women on campus, especially with the turnout and the amazing presenters and keynote speakers,” said Schultz. “It really highlights some of the really positive changes that we’re seeing for women in DU.”

Vista apartments John Poe News Editor On Feb. 23, The Preiss Company announced its acquisition of Vista Student Apartments. The Preiss Company will take over the property’s operations and put in an estimated $500,000 upgrade to the building, according to a press release from Feb. 23.

“Barriers to new development are extremely high in this location, which made this acquisition particularly attractive,” said Donna Preiss in the press release, who is the founder and CEO of The Preiss Company.

“When we complete our renovation and implement our proprietary operating programs, we expect to see high ratings from our student renters, as well as excellent returns.”

The press release noted renovations will include state-of-theart internet bundled services, a clubhouse and common area upgrades and enhancements to the multiple vistas.

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Tips for getting fit in the spring weather Courtney Luster Assistant Lifestyles Editor The first day of spring has come and gone, and with the 70-degree temperatures of the last few weeks, Denver has finally pulled itself out of the winter slump and is welcoming green grass and warm days.

With spring weather comes two things. First, the prospect of swimsuit season on the horizon (only seven weeks till Memorial Day). But, never fear, because second is a new burst of motivation to get outside and be active to enjoy the beautiful weather.

Here are a few tips and ideas to get in shape this spring. Maybe you’ll even get to work on your tan while you’re at it (as always, remember to wear sunscreen).

Take your normal workout outside The dreaded 4 p.m. hour when seemingly everyone at the Univer,sity gets out of class and heads to the Ritchie Center (resulting in a frustrating wait time for a treadmill) no longer has to define your weekdays. Fortunately, another option is simply doing your warm-up outside. Run around the neighborhood and end at the gym to do your weight room exercises, then run back home. Why run on the treadmill when it’s a beautiful day outside?

If you’re looking for something a little more adventurous, there are great trails for trail running only about 20 minutes away in Ken Caryl Valley. To get there from DU, take Santa Fe south from Evans to C-470 and hop off via the Kipling Parkway exit to Deer Creek Canyon Road. You’ll be able to take in the beautiful scenery of the area, like its expansive rock formations and

common deer sightings,while getting in a great workout.

Swimming is another activity that no longer has to be done indoors. Instead of swimming laps in the pool, take it to the lake. The Grant Ranch Lake at Grant Ranch country club opens up for lap swimming with different length laps and is a great way to enjoy a new type of workout. A 6-punch pass costs $70 and a one time drop-in costs $20. Visit milehighmultisport.com for more info.

Take it to the park Do yoga in the park instead of at the gym. Get a group of friends together and head over to Wash Park to enjoy the grass and some sun salutations.

Get a FitBit Never heard of them? It’s a bracelet that tracks your daily fitness habits–like calories eaten and burned, stairs climbed and distance walked. It also tracks your sleep patterns. FitBit comes with an app where you can track your activities on your smartphone. This makes you more aware of your habits and helps you to get on track with your goal.

As college students, we try to live healthy lifestyles but are not always very educated in how to go about this and don’t know how to track our progress toward our health goals. A device like a FitBit is helpful in the constant goal to be healthy. Checkout fitbit.com for more information.

If you don’t want to spend the money on a new gadget, some great fitness apps are RunKeeper, which includes a GPS and charts of your activities over a period of time, and Moves, which tracks any walking, cycling, and running you do, and lets you view the

distance, duration, and calories burned for each activity.

Sign up for a race From a marathon to a triathlon to a 5K, any type of race is great motivation to get in shape. While the hot chocolate run and Santa Stampede of the winter months are fun for those more hardcore racers willing to battle the cold, the real race season starts now—and you don’t even have to wear your parka.

April 11 is the day of the Left Hand Brewing Company and Shoes and Brews CollaBEERation 5K and running expo in Longmont. Get some friends together and sign up for the Colfax Marathon too, which splits up into a relay.

Add exercise to fun with friends Instead of driving to somewhere

like Starbucks, ride your bike down the Cherry Creek trail to the Starbucks at Confluence Park, only about a 40-minute ride from DU. To get to the Cherry Creek trail from campus, head north from Wash Park on South Marion Parkway bike trail (D11) and take it to Downing Street. This will take you to the Cherry Creek trail, which runs along Speer. To get to Confluence Park, take the trail west. Do keep in mind, however, that looking up directions online first is always a good idea.

Spring is a perfect time to get active again. Follow these tips and tricks to get outside and enjoy the spring weather, Pioneers. With just a few changes to your routine, this could be your fittest spring quarter yet.

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Unique Easter activities Palcohol in Colorado Kellsie Brannen Lifestyles Editor While most Easters at home are spent with family and friends at some sort of traditional social and/or religious event, students who aren’t able to make it back for Easter often find that they don’t have an established ritual to participate in for the holiday.

Whether you’re looking for an activity to celebrate the holiday, or don’t celebrate Easter and are simply looking for some fun on a Sunday, here are some fun ways to spend the day (April 5).

Bunny Bolt 5k/10k - April 4 For those wanting an athletic alternative to the usual Easter fare, the Bunny Bolt is a perfect way to get some exercise while possibly earning some prizes. The race takes place on the day before Easter (April 4) at 10

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A festively decorated Easter brunch table.

a.m. at 1700 N York St., and registration ranges from $35 to $40 depending on whether you are running the 5k or the 10k. The race is also a golden egg hunt, with prizes from Mod Market, Elements Massage, Starbucks, Sports Authority and more. Not only will you be exercising and winning prizes, you’ll be helping raise money for Action for Amyloidosis, a charity that works to help those stricken with this debilitating illness.

Sunrise Service at Red Rocks A non-denominational service will be hosted at 6 a.m. with doors opening at 4:30 a.m. at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Easter Sunday. For those who usually attend church on Easter, this is a perfect opportunity to continue this tradition while also enjoying the beauty of Colorado. Red Rocks is beautiful at any time of day, but the sunrise will light up the rocks and warm the fresh mountain air for a service unlike any other.

Brunch Deals Many restaurants around Denver have awesome deals for Easter Brunch that are perfect for college students to take advantage of. Some examples of notable restaurants around town that are offering deals include Charcoal, TAG and Panzano, which are offering brunch for $30 to $40. Call up your favorite restaurant and see if they are having a deal and, if so, make sure to make a reservation early, as space fills up quickly. Invite your friends and have a DU family meal, it could be a brand new tradition that becomes a cherished memory.

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The ultimate college staples: ramen noodles and booze. Just add water and consume.

On March 12, the federal government approved the production and distribution of powdered alcohol, called Palcohol. The four varieties—Rum, Vodka, Cosmopolitan and Powderita—are expected to hit store shelves this summer. On March 30, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed legislation approving Palcohol to be sold across the state.

Even before federal government approval, the mere possibility of powdered alcohol being available to consumers has elicited intense and widespread responses from both the media and government officials regarding the health and safety risks of the product.

In May of 2014, U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) asked the Food and Drug Administration to ban Palcohol, or what he referred to as the “Kool-Aid of teenage binge drinking.”

In December, Colorado House of Representatives member JoAnn Windholz voiced similar concerns in an interview with Fox News, saying, “It’s prudent for states to ban the product until they know how it can affect people if it happens to be stronger than liquid alcohol.”

In response to this negative press and multiple calls for a ban, Palcohol creator Mark Phillps created a sixteen-minutelong YouTube video in defense of his product, aptly named “The Truth About Palcohol.” Phillips presents himself as an outdoorsman, who created Palcohol for other campers and hikers to responsibly enjoy an alcoholic beverage without

having to lug around a heavy bottle of liquor. In the video, Phillips claims to debunk main concerns raised by the media and legislators.

Much like the national climate, it is largely unclear what Palcohol could mean for the University of Denver community.

According to Sgt. James Johnston of Campus Safety, it would be their “preference” to have Palcohol banned.

“It’s highly flammable, it could be easily used to spike any kind of food or beverage, and it’s kind of like powdered drugs — you don’t know what it could be mixed with,” he said. “We’ve had plenty of issues with liquid alcohol and this would only make it worse.”

This past September, Campus Safety had its highest count of underage alcohol possession on record at 26 cases. The average number of cases for a month is eight to ten. This number is a part of a larger trend that Johnston has observed over the past four years.

However, as with most things, legal or not, it is student opinion and interest in this new form of booze that will ultimately dictate the campus’ drinking culture.

“I think, overall, it’s got more negatives than it has positives,” said Katie Ellis, a junior management major from Chicago. “I feel like for younger people it’s something that you can just slip to them instead of having to hide a whole bottle of alcohol.”

“How people use a product does not mean that that product is actually harmful itself,” said Jared Ominsky, a sophomore physics major. “How you use powdered alcohol is your decision, but, at the same time, I don’t think the government has a place telling us what we can and can’t do with it.”

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The Grind: St. Mark’s Coffeehouse The Clarion staff reviews bars, restaurants and coffee houses, attempting cultural mutiny on all things hipster

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The exterior of the St. Mark’s at night, displaying its sizable patio.

St. Mark’s Coffeehouse: 4.7 / 5.0 beans

After a fun-filled weekend, Sundays usually end up being a study day for most students. This could mean being holed up at the library for hours at a time, resulting in boredom and frustration.

On the other hand, thanks to Session Kitchen on Pearl Street, Sundays could become a time to enjoy with friends and be rewarded for studying with cheap brunch, snacks and drinks.

Session Kitchen, on the south side of Pearl Street just blocks from campus, is offering a special “Study Session” promotion for DU students every Sunday. If students bring homework to the restaurant to work

on, they will receive 25 percent off brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and extended happy hour pricing from 3 p.m. until closing.

Session Kitchen is an urban-style, trendy, art-filled restaurant owned by the Colorado breweries Breckenridge Brewery and Wynkoop Brewing. It serves American food with a stylish twist, such as breakfast burritos and banana bread french toast for brunch.

Happy hour snacks include “The Burger of the Moment” ($10), fried parmesan brussels sprouts ($6) and lox flatbread ($6).

Session Kitchen prides itself on its dozens of original cocktails produced by experienced and talented bartenders and, of course, its locally-

If you like cafes that are surrounded by bars, have been featured in the Onion and have experienced a healthy dose of (supposed) divine intervention, St. Mark’s CoffeeHouse is the place for you.

Located in the delightful City Park Neighborhood, the small cafe takes on the eclectic feel of its grandiose and somewhat mismatched homeland. The decor is inspired by Venice (of whom St. Mark is the patron saint) and still manages to have a fun and quirky feel, as if you were in an Italian cafe during the renaissance run by oldtime hipsters.

The space is warm, welcoming and chatty—this is not the kind of coffee shop where you will feel awkward speaking above a whisper.

While studying is certainly possible as well, many patrons take advantage of the casual and collaborative atmosphere and engage in light conversation over drinks. There’s also an outdoor patio, perfect for forcing yourself to study during the warm spring months.

The menu is rather vast for a coffee shop, and includes a wide variety of coffees, teas, cider, Italian soda (of course), pastries, sandwiches,

paninis and more. Everything is reasonably priced, costing around $3 for certain pastries and cakes, about $2- $3 for coffee and tea and about $6 for sandwiches and paninis.

I enjoyed my St. Mark’s Chai, a deliciously creamy and spicy tea that is is the perfect drink for studying (or relaxing) in a coffee shop.

The cappuccinos and croissants are also divine; so much so that the staff at the St. Mark sent Pope John Paul II an invitation to come to the shop and try them while he was visiting for World Youth Day in 1993.

While the Pope was never able to come to the shop, he (according to the staff ) sent blessings for continued business, as well as a blessed rosary.

This divine intervention, according to the crew, is what has helped them stay afloat all of these years. While this may or may not be the case, I can say for certain that, divine intervention aside, everything at the Saint Mark’s is absolutely delicious and the quirky and charming atmosphere is irresistible.

Whether you are looking for a nice patio to study on during warm spring days or a nice place to chat with friends over chai, the St. Marks has the personality, warmth and amazing taste to satisfy a hunger for community, culture and, most of all, great coffee.

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The main room of the St. Mark’s, complete with a Venitian-style mural.

brewed beers. Its happy hour menu features an Uber lager from Wynkoop and a Vanilla Porter from Breckenridge Brewery, each for $3. One of the most popular cocktails on the happy hour menu is the Honey-B, a refreshing drink with vodka, blueberries, honey, thyme and lemon, offered for $6. Session Kitchen also offers a cabernet and a chardonnay for $5.

With a trendy neighborhood restaurant featuring locally sourced, delicious menu options at a discount for DU students, Sunday study days just got a lot better. Get more information at Session Kitchen’s website at www. sessionkitchen.com.

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Photography Focus Exhibit Kate Rogers Contributing Writer

Saniabad is a self-taught, freelance photographer whose documentary work has been featured in international publications, including Newsweek and Time magazine’s Lightbox.

Immediately upon entering Photography Focus, visitors are greeted by Saniabad’s on going series, which documents the lives of Afghan refugees.

The photographs capture Shiite refugees secretly participating in illegal ceremonies and Afghan trash collectors leaning up against heaps of garbage, providing snippets into the daily lives of these people. Saniabad’s other series, Schizophrenia Series: Fragile Minds, occupies the back left room of the gallery.

On his personal website regarding the series, Saniabad says, “Tehran hospital for patients struggling with Schizophrenia is

a place where hundreds of men and women lead a life of duality.

These patients do not know what is happening outside the hospital and their life is limited to wards and walls of it. They reconcile their regulated, daily routines with their alternate realities, and with their distant lives outside of the ward’s walls.”

His photographs have layers, usually with a subject in the forefront and another person in the background as a representation of the split personalities that plague the patients.

Attendees can navigate the exhibit as if walking down memory lane. Photography Focus provides a glimpse of history and the lives of others through a more personal lense and Burnett and Saniabad give their first-hand experiences of such events.

March and April are the official months of photography this year, a biennial tradition dedicated to the celebration of photography.

Galleries, museums and schools across Denver, Denver Art Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art Denver included, are featuring countless photographers in a collaboration with over 100 public events.

The Vicky Myhren Gallery right here on campus is hosting two exhibits, collectively titled Photography Focus, until April 26. Free to the public, the exhibits showcase the work of two photojournalists: David Burnett’s Aftermath series and Abbas Hajimohammadi Saniabad’s Schizophrenia Series: Fragile Minds. Both photographers will be speaking on April 9 from 5-7 p.m. in the Shwayder Art building.

Burnett is an awardwinning photojournalist whose photo essays have captured some of the most memorable moments in history. His series, Aftermath, can be found in the back right room of the gallery.

It outlines the tragic destruction hurricanes Katrina and Rita creKate rogers | clarion ated after hitting the Gulf Coast Photography by Abbas Hajimohammadi Saniabadi. in 2005.

His images encompass several stories as he documents the lives of those who were left homeless, as well as capturing the trauma inflicted on New Orleans and Louisiana. Burnett’s other photographs—the revolution in Iran (1979), famine in Ethiopia (1984) and the U.S. military intervention in Haiti (1994)—are also on display at the exhibit. Burnett’s photographs capture striking moments that thrust the viewer into the very heart of whatever Kate rogers | clarion Collection of black-and-white photographs from Saniabadi’s Fragile Minds Series. event he is documenting.

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Sean Penn stars as a former special forces agent who is thrust back into the seedy world of crime and governmental politics when he finds his loved ones in danger.

Chloe Barrett Contributing Writer Star Sean Penn and director Pierre Morel bring the “Taken” concept back into theaters with “The Gunman.” While there are high-minded issues ostensibly at play here—Western commercial exploitation of Africa, guilt and penance, love and abandonment—we soon realize the intent is exactly the same as “Taken”: for audiences to watch the aging star’s muscles ripple as he kicks butt and takes on action in an array of picturesque locales.

The movie begins in 2006, where mercenary Jim Terrier (Sean Penn, “Gangster Squad”), an ex-special forces man, is working for a mining company in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a country ravaged by civil war. Jim takes part in an assassination with his band of former military types, which includes Felix (Javier Bardem, “Skyfall”), who pines after Jim’s girlfriend Annie (Jasmine Trinca, “Honey”).

After the assassination, Jim is forced to leave the country and Annie behind. Eight years later, Jim has returned to the DRC,

drilling wells to provide clean water for local villages. His peaceful penance is disrupted when some greedy locals try to kill him and get a piece of the bounty that’s apparently been placed on his head, forcing him to go on the run.

This setup is actually quite compelling, seemingly an exposé on the abhorrent injustices done to people in the name of money for the western world. At first, “The Gunman” deals heavily with real-world news reports to draw out the human cost of the ongoing rape of Africa’s natural resources. That, of course, is before Jim starts reconnecting with his former crew to find out who wants him dead, and from there, the film devolves into nothing more than fights and gunfire.

This is the biggest problem with “The Gunman.” While there’s some exciting action on display, notably a particularly satisfying scene in which Jim outwits some would-be assailants at his temporary Barcelona apartment, the analogue is unworthy of commiseration. Early on, we discover Jim suffered from amnesia because of an increase of plaque build up in his brain. And, of course, he suffers these moments at the most inconvenient

times—often, while he’s being attacked by numerous gunmen.

In other action flicks, like “The Bourne Identity” and its sequels, the main character’s amnesia made audiences want to absolve him of his past sins and support his desire to be left alone. While audiences could support Jim’s desire to do penitent charity work in “The Gunman,” he is still a bad man. He spends the majority of the movie motivated not by his desire to do good, but by his desire to escape criminal prosecution and save his girlfriend—who is the stereotypical damsel-in-distress who does nothing but act alternately stupid, hurt, loving and scared. The deadly violence throughout the film is the result of bad choices made by bad people on both sides, and without someone you really want to root for, that’s just not all that fun to watch.

By the end of the film, audiences find themselves pining for the solidity in Liam Neeson’s special set of skills or the sympathy engendered by Jason Bourne’s innocence. While it may not live up to “Taken” or “The Bourne Identity,” Pioneers looking for a little action can catch “The Gunman” in theaters now.

she takes from a nearby convenience store. Cassie tells her story in flashbacks, explaining the waves as they ripped through her life. The “1st” and “2nd” waves didn’t affect her directly, but the “3rd” took her mother. Cassie is left with her father and her younger brother Sammy, so the three of them travel to a military base where other survivors have gathered. This possible safety is fleeting, and though Cassie manages to escape, she is now on her own, trying to survive and searching for Sammy.

While Cassie struggles, another storyline arises through the perspective of a teenage boy named Ben. His family is already dead, and he is well on his way to the same end as he is infected with the virus. However, he is rescued and somehow brought back to health in a safe facility. He takes his place with other kids his age and younger as they are trained to be soldiers of some kind, performing battle simulations and learning to shoot guns.

Ben no longer lets himself be defined by his past weaknesses, forcing his new persona as ‘Zombie’ to be strong and powerful, motivated by anger and the desire for redemption.

Yancey tells a fast-paced story, guaranteeing that the reader will want to keep turning the pages an delving deeper into this world of intriguing but bleak death, hope and determination. With multiple storylines, some more involved and indepth than others, he gives the reader a few different perspectives of similar events so we can begin piecing together

the underlying mystery of ‘why’.

Still, there is a prevailing sense of familiarity and pred i c t abi l it y that could be hard to ignore. At times, Yancey’s story felt too close photo courtesy of goodreads.com and too Rick Yancey’s post-apocalyptic parallel to novel. other stories of the genre (e.g. “The Host” by Stephanie Meyer, the “Gone” series by Michael Grant). Though the differing perspectives provide variance in the story, their connection point becomes apparent long before the storylines actually clash; not much room for surprise.

“The 5th Wave” is exciting, dangerous and eerie, but it is difficult to praise the novel as drastically different. Some elements are unique, but others feel too familiar, forcing the reader into a state of wanting to finish the book out of curiosity, but not out of deep involvement and connection to the story being told. Still, the basis is thought-provoking and the story is well-written, even if it’s not deeply affecting, making it a quality choice for some free-time entertainment.

‘5th Wave’ offers bleak view of future Abbie Randall Contributing Writer

As a society, we have a deep fascination with writing and reading stories of the impending apocalypse and/or the end of the human race. It doesn’t matter whether this end is brought about by natural disaster, by our own ignorance or by aliens; the story still captures our attention because it is a venture into the unknown, maybe possible realms of the future. If you’re ready for another one of these adventures, feel free to pick up “The 5th Wave” by Rick Yancey.

The aliens have arrived, but they aren’t interested in peace. Within six months, more than three-quarters of earth’s human population is gone, eliminated by the aliens. The “1st Wave” shut-down human communication and society: all transmissions, lights, machines, systems, cars and more simply out of commission. When the “2nd Wave” hit, the body count skyrocketed. The aliens caused massive earthquakes followed by even larger tsunamis, and suddenly the coastlines have been wiped out. The “3rd Wave” was weeks of torture as a virus spread, killing around 97 percent of those still living since the only hope for survival was being naturally immune. The “4th Wave” involves reconnaissance drones and alien assassins.

At the start of the novel we meet Cassie. As a teenage girl alone in the woods, she carries her trusty M16, some family mementos and the food and water

Following the success of seven studio albums, Death Cab for Cutie’s (DCFC) newest work, “Kintsugi,” was released March 31. The formerly indierock group achieved mainstream success with singles like “Soul Meets Body” and “I Will Possess Your Heart.” Their newest music venture is far from independent, but retains the band’s individuality all the same. It’s been four years since their last release, “Keys and Codes,” but several singles made the wait worthwhile.

The album was named after the Japanese practice of painting gold paint over the cracks on damaged earthenware to appreciate all things aged. Though the album itself is imperfect, the band’s strength in producing thought-provoking and moving songs shines on.

The album explores the organic growth and decay of a relationship.

Following divorce and the split of one of DCFC’s founding members, the morose songs here are well-suited to the band’s unique combination of melancholy and memorable.

DCFC’s music is suited to a particular person. Even the most upbeat of their songs contains some sadness, and the first released EP was no exception. “No Room in Frame” is the album’s opener.

A reflection of lead singer Ben Gibbard’s divorce from celebrity Zooey Deschanel, the song’s tempo is almost unsettling.

While the guitar and background are far from sleepy, the acoustic version of this could almost be a lullaby.

The dullness of some of the later tracks, which are bled from the same vein as Coldplay and U2’s most recent albums, could be attributed in part to the departure of former DCFC guitarist Chris Walla. “Little Wanderer” and “Binary Sun” are as boring and ingenuine as could be, but the band picks up where they left off with “Black Sun.” Perhaps the most obvious heartbreak ballad of them all, “Black Sun” finds a form of creation in destruction.

“There is a dumpster in the driveway/ Of all the plan that came undone/ How could something so fair be so cruel,” croons Gibbard, with the help of assisting synth-pop melodies in the background. Although a bit overproduced, the lyrical strength of this song make the listener forget about the noise pollution of the production.

The best song in the album, “The Ghosts of Beverly Drive,” might come as a surprise. It takes several listens to understand the complexity of the vocals and the upbeat tempo, but this song shoots the straightest. The first few seconds of mixing keyboard, piano and guitar come across in a eclectic beat evocative of ’80s sounds like Duran Duran, but morphs into something more casual.

Gibbard’s strength in lyricism hits a high note here, as the entire piece tells the story of relationships as brutal car crashes. “I don’t know why I return to the scenes of these crimes/I don’t know what I expect to find,” he croons, thinking of our tendency to pick the healed scabs of past relationships.

Though the foundation of Death Cab for Cutie was questionable after the loss of their guitarist, they proved their footing remains stable with this heartbreak album. Carefully toeing the treacherous line of mainstream popularity and music authenticity, “Kintsugi” provides a dark radiance worth savoring.

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Red Rocks unveils spring/summer schedule Jocelyn Rockhold Contributing Writer Red Rocks is regarded as one of the most famous amphitheaters in the world.

It would be criminal for DU students to not attend an event at the esteemed venue.

The ampitheater just released its concert schedule for this year, so here is a small selection of the talent rolling through Colorado in the coming months.

Savoy: April 25

Characterized by heavy synths and punching beats, Savoy will cater to all EDM, dance and house music fans. Known for an incredible and energetic light show, this concert will surely be a well-deserved jaunt for those who are feeling sluggish during spring quarter.

For fans of: GRiZ, Big Gigantic

Lana Del Rey and Courtney Love: May 12

Haunting melodies and a dreamy group of fans will fill Red Rocks on May 12 when Lana Del Rey hits the stage.

Preceded by grunge rocker Courtney Love, this show is certainly going to be an otherworldly affair.

For fans of: Lorde, Charli XCX

Cage the Elephant and Portugal The Man: June 1

Two electrifying bands, Cage the Elephant and Portugal The Man will be sharing the stage on June 1. Cage the Elephant will provide the pure wild, moshing energy that rock fans live for, and Portugal. The Man will bring smart alternative rock to the table.

For fans of: The Black Keys, Vampire Weekend

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Fresh off a successful gig at the Fillmore Auditorium on March 25, Walk the Moon will return to Colorado at Red Rocks on Aug. 6.

Wilco: July 14

Wilco might have just celebrated its 20th anniversary, but the Chicago group is still going strong as ever—and it’s playing Red Rocks to prove it. The band plays an indescribable blend of rock, so you’re going to have to see this show to believe it.

For fans of: Tweedy, The War On Drugs

Walk the Moon and Milky Chance: Aug. 6

It’s going to be one big dance party on Aug. 6 when Walk the Moon and Milky Chance team up at Red Rocks.

Walk the Moon will power up the crowd with catchy pop, while Milky

Chance will mellow it down with electric grooves.

For fans of: Bleachers, alt-J Are concerts not your thing? Don’t feel left out; Red Rocks offers a variety of events, a few of which are listed below.

Red Rocks Fitness Challenge: April 18-July 11

Fitness buffs and those looking to get ripped should check out the Red Rocks Fitness Challenge, beginning on April 18 and running for 12 consecutive weeks, one session each Saturday. It is $150 to register, but the program includes assessments, meal plans, at-home work-

outs and more, so it may be more than worth it.

SeriesFest Festival Opening: June 18

Television enthusiasts will clamber to buy passes for this event once they go on sale on May 1. SeriesFest, a new independent festival, will screen 30+ pilot episodes of new TV shows. The festival will continue at other locations after the opening ceremony at Red Rocks, and includes industry panels, parties and other perks.

Red Rocks offers exciting events for almost everyone. Keep updated on redrocksonline.com for more fun things coming to the amphitheater.

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‘Kimmy Schmidt’ Netflix’s unbreakable new hit

photos courtesy media.npr.org Stars of “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” Titus Burgess and Ellie Kemper perform “The Circle of Life” in Times Square at the end of the first episode.

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On March 6, Netflix debuted the 13-episode first season of its new comedy, “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” From the minds of Tina Fey and Robert Carlock (“30 Rock”), the show follows the titular Kimmy Schmidt (Ellie Kemper, “The Office”) as she tries to navigate life in New York City after spending most of her adult life in an underground bunker.

The show oozes quirk—thanks to an eclectic cast of characters who traverse farcical, but ultimately heartwarming

storylines. A true gem, “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” comes into its own as one of the internet’s best new comedies.

The series opens with Kimmy and three other so-called “mole women” being rescued from a bunker in rural Indiana. Told by crazed and ludicrous Reverend and DJ Wayne Gary Wayne (Jon Hamm, “Mad Men”) that the apocalypse occurred 15 years ago, the four women were duped into staying underground since then.

Upon her entrance into this strange new world, Kimmy—with her middle school mentality—decides to make a life for herself in the Big Apple, where, of course, hilarity ensues.

Kemper shines as the ever-optimis-

tic and resilient—indeed “unbreakable”—Kimmy Schmidt. In her best role yet, Kemper finds her comedic feet, balancing charm, slapstick and genuine heart. And despite inhabiting a character whose personality is as loud as her wardrobe, Kemper manages to add an honest sense of humanity to the almost cartoonish Kimmy.

Rounding out the cast are Titus Burgess (“You Must Be Joking”) as Kimmy’s roommate and selfproclaimed “star on the rise” Titus Andromedon and Jane Krakowski (“Adult Beginners”) as Kimmy’s boss and Real-Housewife-in-training Jacqueline Voorhees.

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loud comedic dynamism to what could have easily been a walking stereotype of a role. Krakowski also brings her Jenna Maroney (of “30 Rock” fare) craziness to the over-the-top, lush Jackie.

Since its debut earlier this month, the show has not been without controversy. Most of it centered on the introduction of a Vietnamese character named Dong (played by Korean actor Ki Hong Lee, “The Maze Runner”). In his first episode, Kimmy chortles at his phallic name until Dong remarks that her name also means “penis” in his native tongue.

This throwaway interaction— which begins an adorable and loving relationship between the two doofuses throughout the season—received a lot of heat, perhaps overshadowing what that makes “Kimmy” great.

The show is nowhere near perfect in terms of representation and political correctness. Critics have also taken issue with its treatment of gay people, Native Americans and other minorities. It spares no expense making jokes out of everyone and everything.

Its offensive humor is sweeping in its offense—it’s up to the audience to decide whether the uncomfortable hubbub is worth the laughs.

Given the undeniable charisma of its characters, its “unbreakable” optimism and overall silly sense of humor, the show’s faux pas might be easier to forgive—at least for now.

Already renewed for a second season, the show has a unique opportunity to learn from its mistakes and fine-tune its particular brand of comedy in the future. If the first season is any indication, “Kimmy Schmidt” will continue to be unbreakable in its wit and charm.

All 13 episodes of the first season of “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” are now available for streaming on Netflix.

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Liberals suppress free speech on campuses Roderick O’Dorisio Financial Director

A great university is defined by open and uninhibited dialogue, where conflicting ideas and viewpoints are free flowing and lively debate is the norm.

Unfortunately, many of America’s top universities are quickly digressing from this standard of greatness, as numerous conservative and right-wing arguments are facing backlash from an overwhelmingly dominant majority of liberal faculty members and administrators.

According to Greg Lukianoff, president of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Education (FIRE), “If you’re going to be censored on the modern college campus for your opinion, chances are you’re going to be censored by the Left.”

In 2008, a student-employee at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) was found guilty of racial harassment for publicly reading a book. A sorority at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) was found guilty of seven conduct violations for a Taco Tuesday event, in which several

sorority sisters wore allegedly “insensitive” sarapes and sombreros.

These are just a couple minor examples of the “politically-correct” left infringing against first amendment rights on campus, but perhaps the most abhorrent attempts to censor free speech have been targeted at campus evangelicals.

Last year, a student from Dartmouth ran over a pro-life display with his car.

(Ironically, the car was sporting a “Coexist” sticker on its bumper.) Perhaps the most recently discussed case of censorship is from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), where a feminist professor was found guilty of grand theft, vandalism, and battery after a physical altercation in which she stole and destroyed a 16-year old’s pro-life sign.

This type of behavior on campus is not only stifling intellectual diversity, but also instilling a fear and hesitation in students to identify as conservatives. The role of a university is not to promote a single ideology, but “to provide scholars and students with a neutral forum for researching and debating ideas,” said Michael Bloomberg at Harvard’s 2014 Spring Commencement.

In regards to commencement and campus speakers, a conservative pundit is three-times more likely to be less likely to be invited to campus than a Democratic speaker. Last year’s com-

mencement statistics shed even more light on this startling fact. In 2014, over 25 Democratic political figures spoke across 60 of America’s top universities.

Zero Republicans were invited to speak at these campuses last year.

In 2012, 96 percent of all political contributions from Ivy League faculty and staff went to the Obama campaign.

Last year’s spring commencement ceremony speaker at Harvard was registered independent, Bloomberg. Bloomberg chastised the Ivy League liberals for trying to repress conservative ideas.

“When 96 percent of Ivy League donors prefer one candidate to another, you have to wonder whether students are being exposed to the diversity of views that a great university should offer,” said Bloomberg. He went on to note that a “university cannot be great if its faculty is politically homogeneous.”

DU has received a “yellow” rating

by FIRE due to “at least one ambiguous policy that too easily encourages administrative abuse and arbitrary application.” Still fresh in many of our memories from September 2013, several DU students and faculty members signed a petition attempting to disinvite former president George W. Bush from speaking at the annual Korbel School of International Studies Dinner, as well as to revoke a humani-

tarian award that was presented to Bush at the dinner ceremony. In this situation, campus liberals blatantly attempted to silence a voice and deny an honorary award to an individual they considered politically objectionable. Their actions were disgraceful, to say the least.

Thankfully, the DU did not succumb to the leftist censorship campaign and only responded to the petition by merely changing the name of the humanitarian award Bush received. However, as universities continue to reconsider their commencement speakers based on their political affiliations, censorship and conformity will continue to triumph on our campuses, ultimately destroying the very definition and purpose of a university.

To conclude, I’d like to quote a famous passage from John Stuart Mill’s “On Liberty:” “The peculiar evil of silencing the expression of an opinion is that it is robbing the human race; posterity as well as the existing generation…If the opinion is right, they are deprived of the opportunity of exchanging error for truth; if wrong, they lose, what is almost as great a benefit, the clearer perception and livelier impression of truth, produced by its collision with error.”

The purpose of a university is to stir discussion from all opinions and stances, not silence it.

advising, etc.). “Professional Development for Faculty and Staff ” works with faculty and staff to ensure they have access to career development at DU and “Expanding Sustainability on Campus” looks at possibilities for sustainability.

Transformative Directions is the long-term planning project of Imagine DU, focusing on what DU will look like in 2025 and beyond. Three working groups among the current 27-member advisory group will focus on knowledge, student experience and “Denver and beyond.”

Most recently, the Engaging Community task forces released their recommendations and implementation plan for the next year, which can be found on Imagine DU’s website. The recommendations seem to align with many short-term problems DU faces. For example, there are several proposals to increase access to financial aid funds, which addresses DU’s high tuition. There are also proposals addressing advising, support groups, sustainability and inclusivity.

These proposals seem to appropriately address the largest issues DU is facing, especially given the short-term focus of this branch of Imagine DU. In actuality, they address the issues that any modern university is likely to face.

From nationwide increases in tuition to widespread issues with campus sexual assault, these proposals follow along a national trend of difficulties in higher education. Even if these proposals are not successful in completely eradicating these problems, they will bring administrative attention to them, which is frequently the largest hurdle to addressing university issues.

While these proposals seem to be appropriate and are likely to be effective, they have been made with little student engagement. Although the task forces for Engaging Community have been meeting since January, attempts to discuss the future of the university with students have been relatively recent. Posters, suggestion boards and social media posts have just been appearing in Spring Quarter, which is much too late for students to take a serious role in creating the Engaging Community proposals. In addition, there has been little explanation of what exactly the goals of Imagine DU are, making it difficult for most students to engage in the process.

The proposals are still effective for short-term changes, but that likely won’t be the case if Transformative Direc-

tions again engages with only a select audience. Short-term changes are effective without interaction with students because they address the most noticeable issues on campus. The long-term future of the university, however, is much too nuanced (and large) of a decision to be made by only 27 people.

Current DU students and alumni are the face of what DU is today and must be engaged in the process of creating DU tomorrow. Without this interaction, it is possible that DU’s planning process will be continuously disconnected with students, thus ineffective, or even create a future DU that is not in any way recognizable to alumni, hurting funding and reputation.

Administration should expand student engagement with Imagine DU, explaining what it is and how students can affect the process. This could be done through a broader, more informative social media campaign or smaller group discussions than what the program has offered so far.

In the end, Imagine DU is an innovative approach to university planning that has the potential to shape DU in a positive way. However, its potential must be filled with the help of a great amount of audience engagement and participation.

sheridan silla Freshman Colorado “The springiness of it. I enjoy everything about spring and the happiness it brings.”

phoeBe coBurn Senior Wyoming “Warm weather and camping outside.”

Imagine DU needs to reimagine its goals Nikki Frick

Social Media Director You’ve seen the enormous banner on Sturm and maybe you’ve heard about Chancellor Chopp driving a golf cart around campus, but chances are you don’t know what exactly Imagine DU is. The planning initiative is likely to be successful in creating broad, temporary change on-campus. However, it is currently disconnected with the student population, which will inhibit success long-term.

Imagine DU is a planning initiative to take a step back from what DU currently is and imagine a future DU and what it would embody. There are two main goals, labeled “Engaging Community” and “Transformative Directions.”

Engaging Community uses four task forces to develop plans to be rolled out in the next couple years. Each task force is named for its focus in planning: “Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Excellence,” aims to create an inclusive campus environment. “Student Access and Support” focuses on student access to on-campus resources and student support systems (e.g. sexual assault support, access to

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Scoot over for new scooter policy Nikki Frick

Social Media Director Motorized scooters are a fun and easy method of transportation on campus, but recently, DU Parking Services have restricted their use. Although the new scooter policy is a limitation on drivers, it will overwhelmingly benefit pedestrians around campus.

The new scooter policy encompasses several changes, including limited parking, limited paths to drive on (no more sidewalks), a required parking permit and required registration through the state of Colorado.

The most noticeable change is the limit on driving paths. As scooters can no longer drive on sidewalks or lawns, drivers must ride on roads. This significantly limits mobility around campus

and may cause an increase in danger to scooter drivers. However, the change was necessary.

DU students already utilize sidewalks for walking, biking, skateboarding and more. With scooters, the situation became very dangerous, especially for pedestrians. At high speeds on narrow sidewalks filled with students, it is easy for drivers to swipe a nearby pedestrian, especially when drivers aren’t paying close attention to their speed. Additionally, scooters outside of campus are not allowed on sidewalks. It is a valuable universal rule that is in place to protect pedestrians.

Scooter drivers must also register their scooter through the state of Colorado and obtain a DU scooter parking permit.

Although drivers may complain about these changes, Colorado scooter registration is a mere five

dollars for three years and only requires a drivers license. The DU parking permit is 20 dollars for the year in designated parking spots, which is a minimal charge for the convenience of a scooter, especially compared to the cost of car parking permits.

“The only reason registration is required is because...the registration allows us to identify that individual [in the case of an accident],” said Sgt. James Johnston, Community Partnerships and Training Coordinator at Campus Safety.

Johnston also mentioned that the number of scooter-pedestrian accidents spurred the change in policy.

“In the past two years, we have had three fatal car versus pedestrian accidents,” said Johnston about a general campaign to increase pedestrian safety. Most recently, Campus Safety has rolled out the Heads Up campaign to increase

awareness of pedestrians, especially Campus Safety and Parkwhen crossing roads. The scooter ing Services should continue policy is a part of this broader cam- working together to create paign to reduce accidents. active policies to protect The new scooter registration pedestrian safety. and parking permit is a safety policy to protect pedestrians.

In the case of a scooterautomobile accident, the permit and registration would also help in identification.

Furthermore, it is in line with photo courtesy of dale norton off-campus DU Parking Service’s new policies on scooters requires students s c o o t e r to register with the state of Colorado, buy a DU parking permit policy. and stop driving in pedestrian areas.

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Denver tops Georgetown 19-7 in Big East matchup

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The Denver Pioneers make their way across Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium after completing the first half of Big East conference play against Georgetown University on March 28.

Jillian Queri & Calvin Jouard Clarion Staff A raucous, record-breaking crowd of 3,117 fans got a glimpse of Big East lacrosse action at Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium on March 28. On a beautiful, 70-degree day the Pioneers were able to get their first Big East Conference win of the season.

The no. 5 Denver Pioneers took down the no. 14 Georgetown Hoyas 197, moving Denver to 1-0 in conference, with Georgetown dropping to 1-1.

The improbably perfect setting was matched by an equally indescribable performance by Pioneer faceoff specialist and freshman Trevor Baptiste, who went 25-of-26 at the faceoff x.

“Having a guy winning 25 faceoffs certainly doesn’t hurt,” said Denver head coach Bill Tierney.

“It’s tough when you play defense 80 percent of the game against an offense like that,” said Georgetown senior attacker Bo Stafford, last week’s Big East Player of the Week. Stafford was kept in check most of the day by Denver’s aggressive defense and only managed a single goal.

In the first half, Denver’s coaching staff played 26 out of their squad of 47, which proved to be a successful strategy.

The Pioneers initial sloppy play resulted in a quick three-goal run by Georgetown, but Baptiste fueled a school-record 13-1 run for Denver, changing the pace of the game and ultimately leading to the Pioneer’s 13-4 advantage at halftime.

Sophomore Maryland-transfer Connor Cannizzaro finally put Denver on the board ten minutes into the opening frame, coming around the back of the cage and burying a shot past freshman Georgetown goalie Nick Marrocco. Cannizzaro led Denver with seven points, four goals and three assists.

“We were confident [coming in],” Stafford said. “We came off of two pretty good wins for our team, and we were off to a good start, but it just came down to faceoffs. We were sloppy on other parts of the field as well, so you can’t just blame it on the faceoff x.”

The Hoyas would not score again until the 7:12 mark of the second quarter, creating a visible shift in momentum in favor of the Pioneers. Denver tallied 57 total shots, over Georgetown’s 23.

“We got our shots,” said Denver’s senior midfielder Erik Adamson, who

finished with four goals and an assist.

“Their goalie made some really good saves, [but] we kept going hard and made things happen. Our mindset is to keep shooting and playing hard. The goalie is going to make good saves at this high level and you have to expect that.”

Adamson capped the Pioneers’ twominute, six-goal first quarter run with a man-up dunk on Marrocco’s doorstep.

Despite the loss, Marrocco finished with a season-high 23 saves.

“Every win is kind of a ‘must win’ at this point. If we can win all these games, it will put us at a good position in the end. We are trying to take it one game at a time,” Adamson said.

Colorado native and Georgetown sophomore midfielder Eduardo White recorded two goals against the Pioneers, the only Hoya to score more than one goal.

“I think all season we’ve been a

super efficient offense and with a team like DU, if you don’t have at least half or more of the same amount of shots as they do, you’re not going to win the game,” White said.

After substituting starters at the beginning of the fourth quarter, Denver freshmen Connor Donahue and Colton McCaffrey recorded their first career goals.

Denver now holds a 7-2 season record with four games remaining before the conference tournament begins.

“The regular season of the Big East puts you in position for the Big East Tournament. To get a good seed, to have some confidence,” Tierney said. “So beating a good Georgetown team who beat Marquette last week, we feel good about that. It’s only one game, we’ve got four more in the league, but it’s nice to have one win in the bank. We still have a long way to go.”

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Pio Bio: Jill Remenapp Carolyn Angiollo Staff Writer

This week, the Clarion sat down with women’s lacrosse player, Jill Remenapp.

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Q: When and how did you begin playing lacrosse?

A: I started when I was about five years old. I have two older brothers and they’ve been playing since they were young. I grew up going to all of my brother’s games. My dad played since he was a kid and he played in college, as well. It’s kind of a family sport.

Q: How did you come to DU? A: I got recruited through club tournaments. Then, I came out here for a visit. As soon as I saw the mountains and the campus I fell in love with it.

This is where I wanted to be.

Q: Has your outlook on the game changed from your freshman year to your senior year?

A: It is definitely more serious now, but at the same time it’s more fun. It’s getting down to the last two months of lacrosse in my life. It’s coming to an end and I’m trying to enjoy every moment. Freshman year I didn’t have that mentality. I want to end my last year

with as much success as possible.

Q: What has been your favorite win of the season so far?

A: I think the Dartmouth game was a highlight because so many people were stepping up. This was the one game where connections all around the field were made, the team was connecting as one.

Q: Looking forward, is there one game you are particularly excited for?

A: I think the next game against Stanford is going to be really exciting. It’s a repeat of the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) Championship game from last year. They’re ranked in the top ten so it’ll be great to play one of the best teams in the nation.

Q: What are your personal goals and the goals for the team for the remainder of this season?

A: I want to win the MPSF Championship again, along with being regular season champions. We play every team in conference once and I want to beat all the teams in the conference. The past few years, we’ve been undefeated in conference. Making it to the NCAAs and advancing further than before would be great, too.

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Team skis short Pioneer hockey eliminated before the Frozen Four Oct. 8, 2014 12 Braiden Albrecht-Reed Senior Reporter

The DU hockey program was able to secure its first NCAA tournament victory since 2011, but subsequently fell in the next round.

Similar to basketball’s March Madness, this single elimination tournament differs by beginning with 16 teams instead of 64. DU secured a second seed in their portion of the bracket, first facing third-seeded Boston College (BC).

After exiting the tournament a year ago at the hands of BC, the Pioneers were looking to avenge that 6-2 loss. Senior defenseman Joey LaLeggia (Burnaby, British Columbia) snuck a wrist shot past BC goalie Thatcher Demko only five minutes into the contest.

As the two powerhouse schools raced up and down the ice, the next goal scorer was BC prospect Michael Matheson to tie the game.

Before the period ended, Pioneer forward Trevor Moore (Thousand Oaks, California) positioned nearly behind the net and in the corner, slipping a smooth snap shot past Demko as DU regained the lead.

With zero tallies in the second period, a critical third frame of the game emerged.

Will Butcher (Sun Prairie, Wisconsin), consistently the calmest Pioneer defenseman, carried the puck into the BC zone and fired and scored on a wrister that gave the Pioneers a two goal cushion.

Junior captain Grant Arnold (Centennial, Colorado) would post his first and second goals of the year as the period wore

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on, and freshman goalie Tanner Jaillet (Red Deer, Alberta) allowed only one more goal.

DU was headed to the next round after a 5-2 win against an the talented BC squad.

The team’s next opponent would be Providence College, a fourth seed which upset the favored Miami University Ohio Redhawks. Despite winning that game by a score of 7-5, Providence established a gritty mentality against the Pioneers in front of their newly rejuvenated 6’5” goalie, Jon Gillies. DU matched the intensity, outshooting Providence 8-5 in a scoreless first period.

In what would turn out to be a haunting theme for DU, a penalty cost them a goal in the second period with Providence scoring on the power play 14 minutes into the period. With an even shot count of 10-10 in the second, all eyes turned to the final frame of play and DU’s one goal deficit.

The hulking Providence goaltender Gillies nearly earned a shutout in net before LaLeggia’s wrist shot careened off the back boards, on top of the net and finally off the unaware goaltender’s right leg and into the net.

The goal tied the game and provided a spark for a DU team thirsting for scoring chances. A few minutes later, LaLeggia uncharacteristically delivered an illegal and dangerous hit to a Providence forward carrying the puck through the neutral zone.

With LaLeggia’s shoulder making clear contact with the forward’s head, the senior defenseman was assessed a five minute major penalty. He also would receive a game misconduct, effectively ending the senior’s

DU seemed to be gaining momentum after killing off nearly four minutes of the power play. DU forward Evan Janssen (Green Bay, Wisconsin) picked up a loose puck, skated into the Providence zone shorthanded and rang a shot off the post.

This missed opportunity proved costly, as Providence would score moments later on the powerplay with only minutes left in regulation. DU was unable to tie the game, and Providence would add two empty net goals for a 4-1 victory.

The first win was a positive for the team this past weekend, but yet again, a trip to the Frozen Four eluded the Pioneers. The team had been 1-7 in their last seven tournament appearances.

Notable seniors departing the team include LaLeggia, Josiah Didier (Littleton, Colorado), Zac Larraza (Scottsdale, Arizona) and Ty Loney (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), while prospects Danton Heinen (Langley, British Columbia), Butcher, and Quentin Shore (Denver, Colorado) could possibly forgo their final years of eligibility and begin their professional careers with their respective NHL teams.

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Athletes �ind balance in sports and academics Carolyn Angiollo Staff Writer

Most college students have a difficult time balancing academics, social life, extra curricular activities and sleep. It is manageable, but it is not easy. For DU’s studentathletes, managing all of this is a very strict and delicate balancing act and being a Division-One athlete requires a type of discipline unlike any other, and the typical in-season day leaves very little room for free time.

Pioneer sophomore swimmer Ben Severino’s daily schedule can attest to this truth.

“On a typical day in-season, I wake up at 5:30 a.m. and I have practice from 6-7:30 a.m. Classes are usually from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Then, I have another practice from 2:15-4:15 p.m. and I try to be asleep by 10 p.m.,” said Severino.

In college, social life is largely important. Yet, for student-athletes, social life has to take the back seat. However, Severino does not consider this to be a loss.

“Having such a busy schedule, our social lives are definitely affected by our responsibilities,” said Severino. “Waking up so early puts you on a complete opposite schedule as most of your classmates. However, since we spend so much time together, we are one of the closest teams on campus.

Being a member of the swim team automati- Remenapp has had more time to figure out cally gives you 50 new friends. I like to look the student-athlete life. For her, it was not at it like I get to spend hours every day with an easy transition either. Yet, she was luckily able to successfully adjust. some of my best friends.”

“Freshman year, it was a struggle The balancing act between athletics finding a balance between and academics is another big athletics and academics,” said piece of the puzzle for student Remenapp. “But by sophoathletes, something that takes a “Having such a more year, you get used to your lot of practice. Denver’s fresh- busy schedule, own schedule. Each day I take man hockey star Danton Heinen our social lives time to do my homework after seems to have adjusted to the are definitely practice and that’s where I’ve high-pressure, but he says it affected by our found the most success. Pracwasn’t easy. responsibilities” tice is usually in the afternoons “It’s pretty difficult to bal- Ben Severino, so homework is for night. Inance the two. I think you kind of DU sophomore season, it’s hard to find time so get better at it. I’ve gotten better you make time on the bus or at it as the year has gone on. It the plane or in the hotel.” really helps teach time manageRemenapp figured out ment,” Heinen said.

However, it’s not only about athletics the balancing act on her own, but she offers and academics for people like Heinen. He some words of advice for her younger self says there are also other important compo- and for upcoming student-athletes.

“I would tell my freshman self: don’t let nents to a healthy lifestyle.

“You have to get the right amount of sleep school stress you out on the lacrosse field. and find time for nutrition too,” said Heinen.

The field is the one time you can forget about The key to being successful in the school and focus on the game. It’s the time classroom and on the ice for the National to enjoy the game and not even worry about Collegiate Hocky Conference Rookie of the anything else,” she said.

Year is “not being lazy and being proactive This advice can apply to any current or and not procrastinating.” aspiring student-athlete; balance is always Senior women’s lacrosse player Jill important, but so is the enjoyment.

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With the lofty goal of becoming backto-back national champions, the DU ski team competed in several events for the NCAA Championship, located in Lake Placid, New York from March 11 to 14. The events featured both men and women skiers who participated in a variety of competitions over four days.

After the first day of competition, the team was positioned in fifth place. Moritz Madlener (Sulzburg, Germany) claimed second place in the men’s nordic 10K freestyle, while two fellow Pioneers finished 28th and 38th. Sylvia Nordskar (Baerum, Norway) was able to secure another second place spot in the women’s nordic 5K freestyle and was followed by 15th and 38th place finishes by other Pioneer skiers.

Not pleased with their positioning, the team attempted to climb the standings the next day, ultimately placing third overall.

They trailed only the University of Utah and the University of Colorado Boulder, but would fall to fourth place after the third day of competition.

With only one day left to assert their dominance, the DU ski team performed miraculously with their backs against the wall and were able to finish second place in the NCAA Championships. The University of Colorado finished ahead of them, by a score of 505 to 478 points.

DU featured the women’s slalom champion, Monica Hubner (Munich, Germany). Krisitne Haugen (Lommedalen, Norway) would finish third in the same event, while Devin Delaney’s (North Conway, New Hampshire) times landed her at 19th overall.

The Pioneers found similar success in the men’s slalom. Trevor Philp (Calgary, Alberta), Espen Lysdahl (Asker, Norway) and Sebastian Brigovic (Rijeka, Croatia) finished the day in second, third, and fourth place respectively. It was a valiant effort from the DU squad, but a 23rd NCAA Skiing Championship will have to wait until next year.

Men’s golf has sub-par finish Calvin Jouard Contributing Writer

Following three days of tournament play, DU finished tied with Colorado State University for a 19th place finish at 33 strokes over-par at The Goodwin Tournament in Palo Alto, California. The Pioneers were one of 24 teams to participate in the tournament.

The Pioneers had performed well enough to sit in 15th place after the first round.

In the final standings, DU placed two strokes ahead of in-state rival, University of Colorado.

Sophomore Petter Mikalsen (Stavanger, Norway) was DU’s most impressive golfer through three days at the par 70 Stanford Golf Course, scoring an even par of 210. Mikalsen had his best round on the final day of the tournament and shot 1-under par. He also finished in a team-best 24th place.

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