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A turn of the century
The Lorian turns 100 this year! Executive Copy Editor Avery Wickersham interviews Lorian staff members to showcase their excitement for 100 years by AVERY WICKERSHAM executive copy editor
The fall semester of 2021 isn’t just the start of another school year; in fact, it’s a monumental year for “The Lorian.” This edition marks 100 years of news publications at Loras College. While a school newspaper doesn’t seem like much to celebrate, it’s a mark of resilience of printed news in a world taken over by technological media. Limited attention spans, busy schedules, and an aversion to reading prevent students today from even picking up the paper. Unfortunately, extra copies are left in piles around campus more often than not. This year, “The Lorian” staff plan to change that. According to Scot Scoop: “newspapers have been an The tradition abiding tradition dating back of college to the early 18th century.” media is that 300 years later, media has it is a product all but consumed different of learning for demographics of multiple those who read g e n e r a t i o n s , b u t m o s t it and those specifically, Generation Z. who create it. Jason Dorsey, a generations Mark Mederson r e s e a r c h e r, p r e s e nt s t h e Faculty Advisor f o l l o w i n g s t a t i s t i c s o n to the Lorian technology use by Gen Z: “95 percent own a smartphone, 83
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percent own a laptop, 78 percent own an advanced gaming console, and 57 percent have a desktop computer. 29 percent use their smartphone past midnight on a nightly basis.” With these findings, it’s not hard to see why newspapers are neglected by Gen Z students. However, some students—and many staff—are excited to be a part of “The Lorian” staff and continue the centurylong tradition. Mark Mederson, the student supervisor, and Keegan Godwin, the executive editor, share their thoughts on both the tradition of “The Lorian” and their excitement of the 100-year mark. What does the Lorian tradition mean to you? Mederson: College media, like the newspaper, radio station, or television channel, have been influential on campuses across the country for decades. Even in this “digital” age, students who work on “The Lorian” prefer to publish a paper that is printed. The tradition of college media is that it is a product of learning for those who read it and those who create it. I am merely an advisor. “The Lorian” is completely developed and managed by students. It’s just a great experience. Godwin: To me, “The Lorian” tradition is a very special one. It’s difficult in this day and age for newspapers against technology, but that does not mean we give up. To me, it is about preserving a sacred way of communication that has been the core of our foundation as a society here in our world. How excited are you that this year marks year 100? Mederson: I recently saw some copies of the paper from decades ago. It was fascinating to see what was happening on the campus 30 or 40 years ago! It’s a little intimidating to think that “The Lorian” has been a part of Loras College for a century. That puts a lot of pressure on the current team
Fellowship of the “One-Acts”
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The heat of the lights. Full hair and makeup. The entrancing darkness of the house seats. Performance season is upon us. Instead of a traditional Loras Players play for the Fall 2021 semester, the Loras Players decide to team up with the Dubuque OneActs Festival to present three winning plays: “Lighted Fools” by Bridget Grace Sheaff; “A Lovely Day for a Boating Trip (And to Kill your Spouse)” by Lindsey Brown; and “Grey” by Kristen Benjamin Millsboro. Usually, the Loras Players group produces a play with the full group; however, the entire players’ group is split among the three plays. “Lighted Fools” is a group play, while “A Lovely Day for a Boating Trip (And to Kill your Spouse)” and “Grey” have two actors apiece. COVID-19, as everyone knows, interrupted the normal world, including performing. The Loras Players are finally getting back into the swing of theater and so is the Dubuque One-Acts Festival. The Dubuque One-Acts Festival is under the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society organization, according to the Dubuque One-Acts website. The Society “has served the Dubuque community providing free or low-cost arts
experiences to both artists and audiences.” This organization has been operating for over 30 years, providing an artistic outlet for the Dubuque community, and beyond. Their motto is “’to encourage, promote, and present local and regional arts including music, writing, theater, and fine arts.’” As a bit of a trigger warning for anyone
to maintain the tradition. I think it is probably the best example of an archive that future generations can reference to discover what was happening on the campus. Especially in the last two years during the pandemic.
Godwin: The 100th volume of the paper is an amazing opportunity to show respect and recognition to all those who came before us. I expect to see a lot of throwback designs and images that pay homage to our early years as a paper. Hopefully, if all goes well, we can use this year to help grow our newspaper and family. There are many things to come with “The Lorian” this year, so readers should pay attention to every edition to see amazing content from their fellow students and staff. Not only that but “The Lorian” is moving more content online and introducing a Patreon account to bring in more outside readership. “The Lorian” staff is working to keep the print tradition alive, while also moving ahead with the times. Here’s to the 100th volume!
interested in seeing the plays, “Grey” is a play based on sexual assault. Please keep this in mind if attending. Come see the Loras Players and the Dubuque One-Acts perform Oct. 7, 8, and 9 at 7:00 p.m. in St. Joesph’s auditorium in Hoffmann Hall!
Attention all majors! Want to get paid?? Are you looking for work opportunities? The Lorian is looking for staff writers who are interested in exploring their writing talents! The Lorian is a great way to expand your resume and improve your writing skills, all while getting PAID!
Billboard Review Cam Arvidson reviews the hottest new songs and albums on today’s charts by CAM ARVIDSON news editor
Because artists tend to care about chart numbers, they typically release new music on Fridays or Thursday nights at 11 P.M. CST, to be included in Billboard’s charts and statistics. This past Thursday, Sept. 30, marked the end of another week of stats for the Billboard music charts and the beginning of a week of new sounds from various artists. Starting with new music that came out on Friday, Oct. 1, we were in for a relatively dry week. Most notably, legends Elton John and Stevie Wonder released a song titled “Finish Line” that comes off of John’s forthcoming album “The Lockdown Sessions.” The song is an uplifting, Gospelsounding song that plays well to both John’s and Wonder’s skill sets while delivering yet another fresh sound in their storied careers. The last time the two worked together was in 1985 when they penned a charity song, “That’s What Friends Are For.” The song is produced by Andrew Watt, a producer who has worked with much of pop music’s biggest stars today, including Post Malone, Lana Del Rey, and Kanye West. It’s a nod to both John’s and Wonder’s creative drive in working with a young producer while creating sounds that fit their style. continued on Page 2
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With a slow week in music, the Billboard charts haven’t changed much in the past weekend. On the Hot100 chart, The Kid Laroi’s and Justin Bieber’s “Stay” spent its sixth week in the number one spot and its eleventh week on the Hot100. The biggest gain in sales was the controversial single “Industry Baby” from Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow at number two. The previous week, the single was in the number six position. Rounding out the top five were singles from Drake & Future, Ed Sheeran, and Walker Hayes, respectively. On the Billboard200 chart, the top trending album, Drake’s “Certified Lover Boy” spent its third straight week at number one since its debut. Lil Nas X’s “Montero” debuted at number two, selling 126,000 units in its first week. Also new on the chart this week was NCT 127, a boy band based in South Korea, which debuted at number three. Dropping rank was Kanye West’s “Donda,” falling to number four in its fourth week on the chart, and Olivia Rodrigo’s “Sour” in fifth after a slow drop from number one in its eighteenth week on the chart. With artists getting back in the studio more since the lockdowns, this fall into the end of the year should provide some great music from many highly anticipated artists. The charts are changing every week, so it will be interesting to see who the top five are for next week.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends a booster shot of the Pfizer vaccine for certain populations and for those in high-risk occupational and institutional settings. These recommendations are ONLY for individuals who received the twodose (primary) series of Pfizer vaccine. CDC recommends: People 65 years and older and residents in long-term care settings should receive a booster shot of Pfizer vaccine at least six months after their second dose of Pfizer. People 50 - 64 years of age with underlying medical conditions should receive a booster shot of Pfizer vaccine at least six months after their second dose of Pfizer. People 18 - 49 years of age with underlying medical conditions may receive a booster shot of Pfizer vaccine at least six months after their second dose of Pfizer based on their individual benefits and risks. People 18 - 64 years of age who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting may receive a booster shot of Pfizer vaccine at least six months after their second Booster shots may be recommended in the future for those who received COVID-19 vaccines manufactured by Moderna or Johnson & Johnson, or those who received a different mRNA vaccine for each dose in the primary series. The CDC will evaluate with similar urgency available data in the coming weeks to swiftly make additional recommendations.
Thursday, Oct. 7, 12 – 7 p.m. Dubuque County Emergency Responder Training Facility, 14928 Public Safety Way, Dubuque Walk-in boosters of Pfizer and vaccinations of Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson administered by the Dubuque Visiting Nurses Association. Friday, Oct. 8, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Dubuque County Emergency Responder Training Facility, 14928 Public Safety Way, Dubuque Walk-in boosters of Pfizer and vaccinations of Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson administered by the Dubuque Visiting Nurses Association. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m. Medical Associates East Campus, Lower Level, 1000 Langworthy St., Dubuque Boosters of Pfizer and vaccinations of Pfizer. To schedule an appointment, call 563-584-3200. Wednesday, Oct. 20, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m. Medical Associates East Campus, Lower Level, 1000 Langworthy St., Dubuque Boosters of Pfizer and vaccinations of Pfizer. To schedule an appointment, call 563-584-3200. Wednesday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1 - 3 p.m. Medical Associates East Campus, Lower Level, 1000 Langworthy St., Dubuque Boosters of Pfizer and vaccinations of Pfizer. To schedule an appointment, call 563-584-3200.
Brody - The legend by MARK MEDERSON lorian facukty advisor
Anyone who has placed an order at the Loras College Einstein’s Bagels has likely seen it: The hand-painted picture of the bagel sandwich with the words, “The Brody,” just above it. It’s not too hard to figure out that the picture of Brody Tupy, Loras class of 2020, next to the picture has something to do with the sandwich. The question then becomes, just exactly what is the story behind The Brody? “The sandwich naming process actually took place with me ordering the sandwich twice the first day I had it, to which one of the staff members (can’t remember who exactly) responded with, ‘Wow, you must really like that, we should name it after you.’ I thought that sounded like a great idea and I messaged a bunch of my wrestling friends to go to Einstein’s and order it,” Brody Tupy
said via email. Tupy said that he thought the sandwich would just sort of die off after a while. “But a couple of days later one of my high school classmates, Jenna Grober, who worked at Einstein’s at the time, made a painting of the sandwich and hung it up on the Einstein’s wall,” Tupy said. “From [then] on people kept ordering it and seemed to really like it.” While the sandwich didn’t exactly make him a campus celebrity, Tupy said that people still occasionally will send him the picture of the sandwich painting on the wall. When the news came out that college athletes were getting paid for endorsing products, Tupy said he jokingly tweeted out that perhaps “a certain bagel shop [owed] me some money.” He said Art Sunleaf, Vice President of Student Development, actually reached out and offered to help.
Janell Wohllschlager, Food Service Director, said, “We couldn’t really pay him any cash but we did send him some Einstein’s merchandise.” As the laminated photo of Tupy notes, he was “selected for the NASA internship at the Kennedy Space Center [in Florida] through the Iowa Space Grant consortium.” Today Tupy is back in Dubuque working as a mechanical engineer for Rite Hite. Tupy said he did make a return trip to campus during the pandemic to eat a Brody. He was actually on campus recently and was hungry for another one. “I almost got the sandwich again [last] weekend for homecoming but the shop was pretty busy so I will just have to go sometime in the near future,” Tupy said.
Iowa DDCouncil joins broad effort to observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month by EMILY KOSS
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The Iowa Developmental Disabilities C o u n c i l i s h ap py t o a n n o u n c e i t s participation in National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. This year’s theme is “America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion.” The histor y of National Disability Employment Awareness Month traces back to 1945, when Congress enacted a law declaring the first week in October each year “National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.” In 1962, the word
“physically” was removed to acknowledge the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities. In 1988, Congress expanded the week to a
The Iowa DDCouncil promotes the development of a coordinated system of services and supports that provide opportunities for people with developmental disabilities
month and changed the name to National Disability Employment Awareness Month. “O ur nat iona l re cover y f rom t he pandemic cannot be completed without the inclusion of all Americans, in particular people with disabilities,” said U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh. “Their contributions have historically been vital to our nation’s success, and are more important today than ever. We must build an economy that fully includes the talent and drive of those with disabilities.” Reflecting this year’s theme, throughout the month, the Iowa DD Council will be engaging in a variety of activities to educate Iowans on disability employment issues and its commitment to an inclusive work culture. These efforts include sharing employment stories from members of the community, posting digital resources on social media,
and partnering with Iowa Workforce Development to host an informational webinar for self-advocates interested in learning how to get a job, work more hours at their job, and keep their benefits without losing services. “The Iowa DD Council is proud to be a part of this year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month,” said Executive Director Brooke Lovelace. “We want to spread the important message that we value all perspectives, including those of individuals with disabilities.” Employers and employees in all industries can learn more about how to participate in National Disability Employment Awareness Month and ways they can promote its messages—during October and throughout the year—by visiting w w w.dol.gov/ NDEAM.
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Tips with Trish: Intrusive thoughts by TRICIA BORELLI Director of the Counseling Center
Dear Trish and Italee, This is going to sound crazy, but I feel like I can’t control my thoughts anymore. It doesn’t really matter what I do, I just get these doubts. It’s hard because I know in my heart these aren’t true, but my head is doing everything it can to make me feel like they are. I have doubts about my classes, my friends, even my relationship that honestly has been the healthiest it’s been so far. My self-esteem has just gone downhill, and I don’t feel like myself anymore. I’m starting to doubt I even like Loras anymore, though the campus has been good to me so far. It’s almost like my mind is gaslighting me, but if I talk about it, people might think of me differently. What is going on with me? Am I the only one who goes through this? How do I get back in control of my head? Signed, Stressing Italee says: I’m so sorry that you are going through this. It sounds stressful, and I can understand why you feel like you’re going crazy. However, this isn’t exclusive to you, and I want you to take comfort in that. What this sounds like are unwanted or intrusive thoughts. Intrusive thoughts are common and shockingly so with an estimated 6 million people in the US being troubled by them! Intrusive thoughts feel like they come out of nowhere and tend to bring a lot of anxiety. They tend to focus on sexual, violent, or generally socially unacceptable things. People with intrusive thoughts are afraid they’ll follow through with the acts they picture in their mind or that the thoughts hold some kind of truth about themselves as a person. Intrusive thoughts can include: · Repetitive doubts about relationships (both platonic and romantic) · Questioning decisions both small and large · Debating sense of identity or sexual orientation · Fear about safety · Death · Worries about questions/uncertainty/
unknown · Explicit acts · Nonsense (Just Plain Weird Thoughts) Does this sound familiar? Intrusive thoughts can make anyone feel ashamed or worried so it makes sense why you don’t want to talk about them with people. However, I will say that there are also a lot of misconceptions and myths surrounding intrusive thoughts. Two myths include: “If I think about this, then I must want to do it.” The opposite is true. It’s not that we want to act on them but the more we fight the thoughts, the more likely it is to return and just stick in our brains. People with violent intrusive thoughts are most likely gentle. People with thoughts of suicide most likely value their lives. And people with thoughts of being kicked out of the church most likely enjoy their religious faith. “Every thought we have is worth examining.” Not really. These thoughts aren’t messages or red flags or signals – the emotions attached to them just make them feel that way. They feel threatening so our minds conclude that the thought holds weight when the thought could be, “I’m going to fail this class!” and you have an 89% in it. The threatening feeling you get is a gateway for anxious thinking to take over, which can just lead down a rabbit hole of more anxious and intrusive thoughts. It sounds like you, along with a whole boatload of other people with intrusive thoughts, need to learn to have a new relationship with your thoughts in general. Sometimes the content of our thoughts is irrelevant, unimportant, or just plain weird and that’s okay! These “junk thoughts” are just part of our stream of consciousness. Meaningless. If you don’t pay attention to them, they fade once you find a new focus. Still, they are scary, and it’s okay to acknowledge that. You say you want to get back in control of your head, but you never lost control of it in the first place. Intrusive thoughts are not a product of needing some kind of impulse control – in fact, it’s a result of overcontrol! We get bluffed by the anxiety the intrusive thoughts bring and become desperate for reassurance that they are untrue. However, to effectively deal with intrusive thoughts is by reducing one’s sensitivity to them instead of being reassured that it won’t
In this column by Tricia Borelli, director of Counseling Services, she answers questions from students about their emotional well-being while attending college. Send questions to: Ms. Borelli, Loras, Box 100, or e-mail tricia.borelli@loras.edu. All names will be kept confidential.
happen or that the thought isn’t accurate. This is easier said than done, but intrusive thoughts get reinforced by worrying about them and getting fixated on them. Leave the thoughts alone and treat them as if they aren’t interesting, and usually they fade into the background. Obviously, this is a lot of work. It’s almost a skill, and you might be thinking, “How the heck do I do that?” Well, here are some steps to start: · Label the thoughts as “Intrusive Thoughts”. · Remind yourself that these thoughts are automatic and not up to you. · Accept and allow the mind to enter your mind; don’t try to struggle against them. · Remember that less is more. Pause. Give yourself time. There is no urgency. · Expect the thoughts to come back. · Continue whatever you were doing prior to the intrusive thought while acknowledging the anxiety present. I won’t lie, this will be uncomfortable. As people, we try to avoid discomfort at all costs, but understanding that discomfort is part of our day-to-day and allowing it to pass is so powerful. Actively practicing this kind of patience with ourselves can be difficult, but if you keep at it for a few weeks, there will be a good chance that the frequency and intensity of the intrusive thoughts will decrease. That being said, you don’t have to do this alone. Some people find this harder than others. Maybe there’s some anxiety, depression, OCD, or trauma mixed in. Or maybe you just feel too overwhelmed with doing this on your own. Either way, contacting the Counseling Center or contacting a counselor, in general, may be your next option. I hope this was helpful in explaining what you’re going through. Signed, Italee
Immunity-boosting foods by EMMA HENNESSY staff writer
Did you know that certain foods could help strengthen your immune system? Your immune system is vital to everyday health. It works hard to fight off harmful germs and bacteria. It’s very important to have a strong immune system to stay healthy, especially as cold and flu season approaches on top of the COVID-19 pandemic. Disclaimer: While a healthy diet can help strengthen your immune system, it is important to note that these foods alone cannot protect you from COVID-19. This list is not meant to replace vaccines and modern medicine. This list is simply mentioning foods that you can add to your diet to optimize health. This article is not meant to be taken as medical advice. It is important to find a way to incorporate vitamin C into your diet, as the human body does not produce it. According to Healthline. com, citrus fruits are packed with
plenty of vitamin C, which will help strengthen immunity. Citrus fruits include lemons, oranges, tangerines, and limes. Whether eating an orange or squeezing a lemon into water, incorporating vitamin C into your daily routine can help the body fight off illness. Healthline.com states that broccoli is another food filled with nutrients that are vital to your health. Broccoli contains vitamins A, C, and E. When eating broccoli, one is consuming fiber and other antioxidants. Healthline. com says that to consume all of these nutrients, people should: “[C]ook [broccoli] as little as possible — or better yet, not at all. Research has shown that steaming is the best way to keep more nutrients in food.” Yogurt is another great food for immunity. Yogurt is high in vitamin D, which helps regulate the immune system. However, make sure to eat yogurts that are not too high in sugar. Healthline.com suggests adding some honey to a bowl of Greek yogurt.
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According to dailynews.com, pistachios, almonds, and walnuts are great snacks to incorporate into a diet. Nuts have a lot of healthy fats, which contain vitamin E. Vitamin E contains antioxidants that will support the immune system. Eggs are also good for boosting your immune system, especially the yolk. Eggs contain a lot of vitamin D. Eatthisnotthat.com states: “According to a study published in the journal JAMA, participants who took a daily serving of vitamin D in the wintertime were less likely to catch a cold or any other upper respiratory tract infection in comparison to those who did not.” It is very important to take care of your health by incorporating a healthy diet. Eating all the right foods, in moderation, is vital to maintaining a healthy body and mind. Keep this diet in mind, not only because of the pandemic and cold and flu season but also to keep oneself and others healthy year-round.
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Midterm’s fast approach can be overwhelming, and attempting to work out a homework groove to stay ahead and prevent stress is a lengthy process. While keeping up with classwork will require discipline, hard work, and a little bit of stress, it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming burden. The following are ways to make studying a little less stressful: Set aside time specifically for studying. “I’ll get to it soon,” will turn into an all-nighter the day before a big project is due. Instead of cramming, losing valuable sleep, and turning in a “just good enough” paper or project, try setting mini due dates for yourself. Set aside time specifically for studying to meet those mini due dates. That way, when the real due date arrives, the work is done. When studying, set cell phones aside. Distractions can easily turn something that should take one hour to complete into something that takes several. Unfortunately, because a majority of studying is online, getting sidetracked by the internet is always a possibility. While the internet is often unavoidable, cell phones are. Cellular devices can break concentration with alerts from social media, text messaging, and phone games, all of which will make studying more difficult. Make time to rest. In tandem with setting aside time to study, you can prevent all-nighters that sap your brain and body of energy needed to effectively soak up information from classes. Working brains need sleep to continue functioning. Obtaining a minimum of seven hours of sleep every night is crucial to memory function. “When we are sleep deprived, our focus, attention, and vigilance drift, making it more difficult to receive information,” reports a Harvard study. Most important, know when to call it a day. Having a balanced life will reduce the stress associated with studying and prevent burnout. There is such a thing as too much of a good thing. Over-studying can harm your ability to concentrate, reduce the energy you have for socializing, and affect your mood, as well as cause stress-related physical pain (Scholars Education). If you feel like you’re not being productive because of studying all day, then you’re probably not. Take a break and come back to it later, and the task may not seem so overwhelming. Good luck with midterms, and have a wonderful fall semester. Happy studying!
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“Shang Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings” Review by JAKE HEELEIN staff writer
After 10 plus years of Marvel content that has ranged from mediocre to exceptional, the biggest questions I had going into this film were about where on the spectrum it would fall. Can Marvel still introduce characters in new and interesting ways when so many of their recent outings (“Ant-Man,” “Doctor Strange,” and “Captain Marvel”) have been nothing short of polarizing? Let’s talk about it. Coming from Daniel Destin Cretton, (“Short Term 12”) and starring relative newcomer Simu Liu, “Shang Chi” is exactly the film it needed to be. It is a culturally significant, humorous, and heart-filled film that avoids many of the tired tropes we see in modern comic book movies. Boosted by a stellar ensemble, breathtaking visuals, and a layered villain, “Shang Chi” is not a film you want to miss. Shang Chi, the character, is a welcome addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and I’m not just talking about his strength. The careful mix of childish goofiness, internal anguish, and impressive skill gives us one of the most fascinating characters the MCU has ever produced. Obviously, much of this credit must go to star Simu Liu who is absolutely delightful to watch. Not since the first “Thor” have we witnessed the rise of a D-List actor into Marvel Superstar, and frankly you can’t not delight in watching as it happens. The fight choreography within this film is on another level. The quickness and precision of everyone involved are beyond
admirable and are the most visually interesting fighting I’ve ever seen from the genre. At this point, I do not doubt that “Shang Chi” will be the frontrunner to win Best Stunt Ensemble at the Screen Actors Guild. I’d also anticipate that with “Shang Chi,” “In the Heights,” and the Spielberg-directed “West Side Story” all having 2021 releases, the conversation surrounding the addition of the “Best Choreography” Academy Award category will reignite.
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Voices murals of Dubuque: Featuring Christina Angelina by CALASANDRA SPRAY mind & soul editor
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It knows how much pressure you’ve been under, that you could use a change of atmosphere. Your seasonal depressions, rain and thunder, are easier to predict than they appear. Now at the bottom of this cloudy heap, this ocean of wind, this black gloom of despair will hang like high fog or a fitful sleep until the rising pressure clears the air.
[Originally published in Geist magazine, Vancouver, Canada; forthcoming in the book Durable Goods, from Signal Editions/Véhicule Press, Montreal, Canada, in 2022]
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temporal, raw moments that encompass a lifetime in one image. Our own downtown Dubuque features two of her murals which are incredibly unique because both of them feature males as the subject. Back to back on the building located at 345 Main Street are “Young David” and “Justice,” each 114’ x 30’. Many of you have probably seen “Young David” in passing when driving down Main street. This mural features a young man releasing a bird with pyramids as the background.
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Father wanted me to kill, so I did. I cut off his head and dumped his body into the flames of Hell. I became the new Demon Lord, the Demon Sorcerer. I continued my quest in destroying more innocent lives.
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It is worth noting that this film is a departure from a lot of Marvel work, specifically in regards to tone. If your major complaint about Marvel is that their films are too jokey, this could be the film for you. While it certainly has comedy, the jokes are far more sporadic and carefully placed. On second viewing, I noticed an extended segment, possibly 20 minutes long, in which no jokes are uttered, something that is practically unheard of from Marvel!
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He called himself the Devil, Demon Lord, Offspring of the Creator of Darkness, King of Death, but his real name was Dimitri. I called him, “Father.” He was never my father. He kidnapped me when I was a baby. He murdered my actual parents, destroyed my homeland, destroyed millions of lives in the process. He called me his daughter, his flesh and blood. He raised me, made me into a killer. My blade cut so much, felt so much blood and bones. I can still hear the screams of men, women, children, begging for their lives. I still killed them. I didn’t want to, but I did. My father wanted me to, so I did. I’m Dagger, I’m his Dagger. Why did I do it? What was I thinking? I wasn’t thinking; I was feeling. What was I feeling? Rage? Disgust? Joy? What was it? There was a sense of satisfaction in my work; whether it was the satisfaction of killing the weak or pleasing my father. I wasted so much time pleasing that horrible man. The reality is, I never cared for him. He tortured and dehumanized me so that he could break me and turn me into the evil person I am. He succeeded. I am a horrible human being. “Human” is too kind a word; I’m a monster, a heartless and gutless monster who took joy in misery. That’s who I am. He broke me, but I’m glad he did.
A woman, Godmother, took me in and trained me to use dark magic. Once she served her purpose of training me, I killed her. I also cast a love spell on my “husband” and then killed him once he served his purpose. I had a daughter, she was so adorable, but once her purpose was served… well, you get the picture. I had it all. An entire kingdom built upon darkness and an army of demons who blindly followed my every will. Humanity was so filled with fear and desperation. I finally became the person Father wanted me to be. All good things come to an end. “Heroes” rise and “villains” fall. “Love” conquers all and hate is stuffed underneath the carpets created by reality. As long as people believe they live in a “happy” and “perfect” little world where there is no hate or evil, they are content. Humanity is so incredibly naïve. Darkness lives among us every day and in everyone. Look at our leaders, our symbols of greatness and justice… I know the truth. All I ever did was bring that truth to life. They hated me. I was banished into the pits of the Demon Realm, was it worth it? Was anything I did worth it? Who am I now? “Why, you’re my daughter.” I should’ve known: the Devil lives. To be continued…
Hear the voices of Dubuque through the ongoing Voices Mural Project by Voices Production. Local and regional artists have been hard at work since 2016 when Voices Production moved out of the Millwork District and onto the streets of downtown Dubuque. The goal in beginning this project was to create art that is free for public consumption that will revitalize the city and demonstrate local culture in a way that inspires the masses. Many public and private figures have voiced their concerns over painting historic downtown Dubuque. However, despite controversy and pushback, there are now nearly fifty murals painted on the downtown buildings. Personally, I think they’re wonderful. You can spot at least one every time you drive through downtown. Each in its own way can spark excitement, creativity, and foster the artist inside every person to help in making Dubuque beautiful. While some murals are easy to spot, others are well hidden in secluded alleyways and parking lots. In this series, photo by CALASANDRA SPRAY I will let you in on the secrets of where Pictured above is Christina Angelina’s mural entitled, “Justice,” which can be to find them and the artists who painted found on the alley side of the cornor of 345 Main Street here in Dubuque. them. Kicking the series off is muralist Christina Angelina, otherwise known While painted blue, I assume that the bird itself is a white dove because the mural appears as Starfighter. Growing up in Venice, to have a blue filter over it. Releasing a dove has symbolized peace and love while blue tones Los Angeles, she was surrounded by convey trust, honesty, and tranquility. This suggests that the work is representative of a time of art. Moved to join in the conversation, harmony and serenity. Paired with the pyramids, which symbolize life after death, and the title Angelina earned her Bachelor of Fine “Young David,” this work speaks to the soul. Arts at UCLA and studied animation at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and On the flip side of the building in the alleyway is another one of her works. Well hidden, I photography at the Art Center College of myself have never viewed “Justice.” Upon viewing, I was incredibly moved, to say the least. Design. Feeling confined by the canvas, “Justice” features a Native American man who remains unidentifiable because a blindfold Angelina chose to move her art to the covers his eyes. The blindfold in itself suggests blindness of humanity in ignoring our history streets and do large-scale murals. but also the blind trust the man has in the bird, whom in the image he is releasing from a cage, Her incredibly detailed works are to guide him. Once again the pyramid suggests a belief in an afterlife and the blue tones imply known for featuring women’s vitality that it is a peaceful place where all is set to rights and forgiven. through their duality in being both strong photo by CALASANDRA SPRAY and vulnerable. Each of her works depicts Pictured above is Christina Angelina’s mural entitled, “Young David,” which can be found I highly recommend going downtown yourself to see these wonderful works of art! on the street side of the cornor of 345 Main Street here in Dubuque.
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Met Gala versus “Meh” Gala
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On one of Hollywood’s brightest nights, look at the stars who shined...and those who did not by ZAEBIAN MACHANDE
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On Sept. 13, many celebrities arrived on the red carpet of the Met Gala, arguably the greatest event of the year. They were wearing some of the craziest fashion statements imaginable at one of the most extravagant and highly anticipated fashion events of the year. As someone with absolutely no interest in the fashion industry, it makes little to no sense why this event is just as important to me as the Super Bowl is to 85 percent of the general American population, or so it seems. I choose not to question the reality of this situation; I only observe the obscure choices made by these celebrities and their designers and form extremely strong opinions of them. The theme of this year’s event was “American Independence,” although looking at the red-carpet pictures, you’d never guess it. There were some absolute highs and lows of the night, and there’s no better time than the present to bring these to everyone’s attention. The first look of the night that I spotted was worn by pop singer Billie Eilish. If you haven’t seen this look, Google a picture of it right now. My jaw abruptly hit the floor and shattered. Eilish was dressed in a beautiful flesh-tone gown full of voluminous tulle with a train that was at least twenty feet long. With her short hair in curls and a smoky makeup look, she served a beautiful homage to old Hollywood actresses like Marilyn Monroe. Everyone at the event should’ve taken notes: that is how you pull off a successful theme-appropriate look. Another favorite look of mine was worn by Nikkie de Jager. Most may know this transgender icon from her very popular YouTube channel called “NikkieTutorials” where she’s posted beauty-related content
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Pop icon Billie Eilish wore her stunning Oscar de le Renta dress to the highly exclusive Met Gala on Sept. 13. Eilish is only 19 yet has become one of the world’s biggest superstars.
for years. She walked down the red carpet in a stunning, form-fitting blue gown also made of tulle. An exuberant flower crown paired with additional flowers flowing down her gown lead our eyes to a bow stitched on the dress at her knee. One piece of ribbon from the bow reads, “Pay It No Mind.” With this reference, de Jager is serving a beautiful tribute to transgender icon Marsha P. Johnson, best known as a trailblazer in the LGBTQ+ community for her involvement in the infamous Stone Wall riots. This entire look perfectly fit the theme of the event and paid a stunning homage to an incredible American role model. Unfortunately, not everyone was able to live up to the standards of Eilish and de Jager. There were A LOT of people who really missed the assignment. Leading my “Worst Dressed” list is Kim Kardashian, serving us dementor-esque vibes in a completely form-fitting black outfit that covered her entire body—even her face.
Not to mention two very long trains stemming from behind her legs. Also hitting the crowd with a disastrous double whammy was a couple on the red carpet. I am so sickened to even think about how terrible Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello looked in their outfits. Go home, Shawn Mendes, and put a shirt on under your leather jacket. Lastly, I’ll give two special shout-outs to Naomi Osaka and Kim Petras. The Met Gala is such a hit-or-miss event every year, and I love it so much. It’s ridiculously interesting to see how modern American designers interpret fashion today and display great pride in the outfits they dress celebrities in at one of the biggest events of the year. If you haven’t normally followed this event, I highly recommend that you do! It’s a oneof-a-kind event that is so fun to watch as an audience member, even if you’re sitting at home in sweatpants judging the outfits created by wealthy, experienced designers.
Technology: A smooth ride until the wheels come off by EMMA HENNESSY staff writer
It’s all happened before: watching a favorite T.V. show at three a.m. on a weekend. At this point, even the Netflix account seems concerned as it asks, “Are you still watching?” There are feelings of judgment and shame over a poor sleep schedule. “One more episode. Just one more episode…” It seems that technology is our best friend. With technology, we can send messages instantly, check on the news, catch up with old friends on social media, and even communicate with people from across the world. Technology has certainly helped us through quarantine periods during the COVID-19 pandemic. With social media, Facetime, Zoom, and online learning, we felt unstoppable with the things we were able to accomplish in isolation. We have the access to the technology of which our ancestors could only dream. We should be living in a kind of utopia. Even with all of its benefits, technology has its downsides. I often find myself overwhelmed after being bombarded with constant news updates. Turns out, I am not the only one. In 2017, American Psychological Association found in a survey that 56 percent of Americans
experience stress from news consumption. I enjoy reading about world events and I think it is good to be knowledgeable about what is going on in the world. However, it is okay to step back and disconnect from the news. It is even necessary, sometimes. It is important to remind yourself that just because you step away from the news, it does not mean that you don’t care about the tragedies of the world. It just means that you need to put yourself first. Technology benefits me every day, whether by using my laptop to send an email to a professor, listening to music, or talking with my family on the phone. We rely on technology as a major tool for communication. On the other hand, this tool tends to fail us at times, destroying expected communications. Since we rely heavily on technology, we feel helpless when it breaks down. If my phone runs out of battery power, I am immediately limited in how I can communicate. It’s honestly pathetic that we are so reliant on these small devices in our pockets. One of the most common issues I have with technology happens when I am on FaceTime with a friend from home. Oftentimes, my friend will cut me off in the middle of a story and say, “Sorry, I didn’t hear that. The connection cut out.” I will sigh and say, “Sorry, I’ll go to the other side of my dorm. The connection works
well on the right side, but not the left side.” While I complain about my phone connection going in and out at random times, I think that I should be more appreciative of this small device, even if the connection isn’t very good. After all, my phone still allows me to talk to my friend in Chicago while I am here in Dubuque. Even if the connection is slow, it is still faster than sending a letter. Citing a study, The Huffington Post stated, “Many young adults spend a third of their waking lives on their device.” This study found that young adults spend an average of five hours a day on their phones. Considering this study, I cannot help but be concerned about the amount of time our generation wastes on mindless scrolling. Our generation seems to be aware that we are using our phones too much, but everyone might be too addicted to stop. Why do we all seem fine with this “addiction”? We can all agree that our society has come very far in terms of technology. Although technology has caused a lot of stress in life, it has also helped us in our everyday lives. Daily communication would be very restricted without our phones. I think that our society needs to find a balance between the virtual world and the real world.
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The dilemma of do-gooders by ARJA KUMAR staff writer
An important philosophical question is how am I to do good? We often go through the motions of each day without actively thinking of this inquiry, yet subconsciously and at some rare moments, we encounter the dilemma of benevolence face to face. When thinking about what it means to do good, we usually conjure up an image of handing out money to the poor, opening a door for an old lady, or giving a small child a lollipop. Yet, these are just banal examples. The real conundrum comes when we are challenged by original situations encountered everyday. Am I to sacrifice two hours tutoring a struggling schoolkid? Or do I spend those two hours taking a nap? Am I to give some of the lemon cake I made to my depressed neighbor? Or do I keep the whole darned thing to eat by myself? Interestingly, one such type of person actively seeks out these moments of dilemma. A do-gooder is defined as a type of well-intentioned but naive person who wants to help others. The word itself is typically used in a sarcastic, derogatory way. Its negative connotation stems from the suggestion that the do-gooder’s help is unnecessary or inappropriate. More often than not, do-gooders think that they are doing something that will help other people, yet their action is actually ineffectual or interfering. Eerily, do-gooders are not spontaneous in their actions. Their noble acts are more staged than genuine. One example of a do-gooder in society is the individual who wants to be hailed for being humanitarian. These people desire to be noticed by others and shine in the spotlight for being “good.” I saw one such instance in action when I had travelled to India a few years ago. While standing outside a shop, I noticed a group of fellow American tourists dressed to the nines and wandering around. They were flamboyant and flashy, and seemed very out of place in the backdrop of an impoverished market square. Unsurprisingly, a hoard of poor children and adults came up to them and began begging. I will never forget what happened next. A woman
in a purple silk gown taking money out of her purse and throwing it in the air like it was a nightclub. The woman’s companions did the same, and the children danced around in the money. The adults were pecking for the cash on the ground like chickens. The expression on the silk-gowned woman’s face was oddly happy and seemed to say, haven’t we done such a wonderful thing? She put her sunglasses on and continued off. I would later see the group near a pizza stall, handing out money and taking pictures (probably for their Facebook) with another group of children.
Yet, the incident felt inhumane and a horror to me. It was inhumane in the way that it treated people less well off with a kind of disrespect. It was a horror in the way that kindness was unnecessarily loud and show-offy. Like stalking shadows, do-gooders are always lurking for situations like these to act good in and furthermore, to be recognized as good (in the form of Facebook likes in this case). It fuels their ego and validates that they are doing good for the world. This very seeking of recognition for
their good acts is key to what is wrong with do-gooders. This differentiates them greatly from true altruists, who simply aim to do good without expecting anything in return. People who are altruists act to promote someone else’s welfare even at a risk or cost to themselves. Recently, I went downtown to a music concert in my hometown with my friend. It was a little late into the night. When the concert was over, and my friend and I were exiting the building to go to his car, we were stopped by a man who began speaking to my friend. The man said sleepily and stuttering, “Brother, can I tell you something? I’m homeless. I don’t have nothin.” My friend nodded at him. Very instinctively, my friend pulled out his wallet and took out a fifty. He told the man, “Buy yourself some clothes and something to eat man.” My friend, also being a student, fifty could have bought him something practical for school, but he chose to give it away. I gave my friend a pat on the back and told him that it was a very benevolent thing to do. He was stupefied for some reason though. I knew exactly why. In the car and during a later talk he would tell me that he was scared we could have gotten killed if he didn’t give the man something. It would be dishonest to say that we were not scared of the fact that the man was jingling around in his pockets the whole time of this encounter. We feared that he would take out a weapon, and walked to the car quickly after. Nevertheless, I felt proud of my friend for his act of kindness. I don’t think he wanted to show off that he was “good” since there was nobody else watching on that quiet street. There was no Facebook or camera pulled out to record the moment and show off to a crowd for approval or applause. The act was done out of a good place in one’s heart (or maybe out of instinct for survival -- this is where altruism gets muddy). So, I do not think my friend was a “do-gooder” in this case. Maybe more humanitarian, which is what I think we should all aim for. Benevolence does not have to be loud. In fact, the greatest acts of benevolence are done with a certain kind of humility, quietness, and understanding of the other person.
Afghanistan was bound to fail under any administration by JAKE SINATRA staff writer
For most Americans, the tragedies of the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, sparked a new war on terrorism under the administration of President George W. Bush. Just one week after the attacks, President Bush signed into action a joint resolution to institute immediate militarized retaliation on whoever was responsible for the attack. While this seemed like the most patriotic thing to do, it was a plan set up to fail due to one key detail; the United States was not fighting a country, but rather an idea that had been inflamed by a small group of religious zealots spread across the Middle East. The name that began circulating as to who was responsible for the attacks was Osama Bin Laden, a Muslim extremist set on destroying the “Western World”. So, why would it make any sense for the Bush administration to begin occupying a country that did not directly attack the United States? The simple answer is that it provided the opportunity to set up a government and legislature similar to that of the United States in hopes of rebuilding Afghanistan and stomp out what remained of the Red Scare and the spread of Communism. Clearly, there were motives outside of what was shared with the general public. This is where I believe the United States began to fail. The original claim for why we began occupying Afghanistan, and what actually developed afterward, are two very different things. We can see these motives come to light on May 2, 2011, with the death of Osama Bin Laden by a team of Navy Seals. If the United States was truly just after Bin Laden, they should have begun removing troops from Afghanistan as soon as he was killed. However, troops were not removed, and the
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situation never actually started improving. Under the administration of President Obama, the war on terrorism continued, carried on by President Trump, and finally ended by President Biden in Aug. 2021. A full twenty years went by since we had first occupied Afghanistan, and a decade had to pass before we pulled troops out after completing our “mission”. This is what makes Afghanistan a failure. The United States tried to fight a war on a person, not a place, that was being supported by a radically fundamental group of religious extremists, and it was unlike anything of which we had ever partaken. Invading Normandy is possible because it is a place. Invading Korea is possible
because it is a place. Radical religion is a thought process, a belief that is supported by the concept of a god, and has no location, has no form of government, no market, no characteristics of a country. So, as soon as President Bush tried to take on a belief as though it were a country, he set everyone up after him for failure. No matter your political leanings, there is no way that President Obama, President Trump, or President Biden can be blamed for the massive failure that took place in Afghanistan over two long, tolling decades.
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Women’s Cross Country Oregon trip preview The nationally ranked women’s cross country team travels to Oregon later this month by ALEXIS RIESBERG guest writer
The Loras Women’s Cross Country team has started spreading their wings this season. The Du’s have been successful so far in the season, but have an unfinished goal they want to achieve. In 2019, the team placed third at regionals, which typically guarantees an at-large bid from the NCAA Committee, but with a lack of representation from their region, the spot was offered to another team. Last season, the NCAA didn’t have nationals for cross country, so the team only competed against other American Rivers Conference teams due to COVID-19. Coming off an outdoor national title in track and field, the women’s cross country team has big goals. This season, the Duhawks are ready to check their unfinished goal by making it to nationals. Many of the current women on the team remember what happened in 2019 and are making sure history doesn’t repeat itself. The team has been ranked all season. Going into the season, the Duhawks were ranked number 26 in the national rankings, which hasn’t happened since 2016 when the team was ranked number 30 going into the season. 32 schools qualify for the national meet. They are currently number 35 in the nation, but this ranking is expected to improve after the way the Duhawks performed on Friday, Oct. 1, at Augustana. They placed second overall, scoring 57 points behind number 3 in the nation, the University of Chicago. Leading the team this season is senior Kassie Rosenbum, who just broke the school record in the 6,000-meter race at
Augustana with a 20:26, breaking the 2016 record. Senior Valerie Herbst also had a great performance at Augustana, tying the ninth-fastest time in Loras history. The women are coming off an exceptional race and will bring that moment with them to their next race. The Duhawks have this week off but will be back competing on Saturday, Oct. 16th in Portland, Oregon. The Lewis and Clark Invitational will have tough competition for the Duhawks including schools across all NCAA divisions and other nationallyranked teams. This will be the Duhawks’ last meet before they enter into “championship season,” where they will race conference, regionals, and nationals. They aren’t going to let any meets go to waste. Duhawks have shown up every meet this season and will continue to do that to work towards their unfinished goal. After their hard work on the course, they plan to “geek out” running the rest of the trip. Duhawks are using Fall Free Days to the fullest, spending all five days in Oregon. This includes visiting the University of Oregon, one of the nation’s best running programs; exploring Nike’s campus that has over 75 buildings; and running the Prefontaine Trail (AKA Track Town USA). There are many exciting experiences the Duhawks are anticipating, but first and foremost, they are here to race and get one step closer to checking off their unfinished goal.
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Senior Kassie Rosenbum placed 1st overall at the Brissman/Lundeen Cross Country Invitational on October 1. Rosenbum finished 3rd overall at the 2020 ARC Championship.
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Junior Abby Landwehr finished with a time of 25:19.7 at the Brissman/Lundeen Cross Country Invitational on October 1. Landwehr was an All-Conference Academic in 2020.
Senior swimmer profiles!
Cole Rabedeaux interviews Seniors on the Loras College Swim Team to help us get to know our Seniors better by COLE RABEDEAUX staff writer
Swim season has finally started for the 2021-2022 season, with a bigger team than usual. However, only two senior swimmers from the 2022 class remain on both the Men’s Swimming and Women’s Swimming teams. Over the next couple of editions, these senior swimmers will express a little about themselves, their sport, and their plans moving forward. For this Senior Swimmer Spotlight, I will be interviewing myself, Cole Rabedeaux, as part of the team. 1. How long have you been swimming? I have been swimming for four years at the college level, but I did work as a lifeguard for four years (two overlapped), so I’ve been involved with swimming for six years total. Two of my older siblings also swam for Loras, graduating in years 2013 and 2015. 2. What is your preferred event?
My preferred event is the 100 and 200 backstroke. I started out doing the backstroke, and those practices were always more fun for me because of the people I was around. I really love thinking back on those memories. 3. What is your best time and in what event? My best times are as follows: 1:00:29, 100-yard backstroke;
2:14:66, 200-yard backstroke; and 2:23:55, 200-yard IM (individual medley). 4. What are your plans after graduation? I plan on student teaching next fall and am trying to find a position teaching high school math. I plan on getting married and starting my own family at some point in the near future, however that ends up going. Overall, I’m really looking for w ard to my l ast ye ar on the team. It’s been a really fun experience doing something that I didn’t know I’d enjoy this much. While many people are unaware of the Loras swim team, we practice in the San Jose pool attached to the back of Graber Hall. Feel free to come by and watch future meets. The pool is also available for open swims— che ck t he L oras Sharep oint website for a list of times. I, and the rest of the swim team, hope to see you at our meets!
The Men’s swim team competes at home on October 23rd against Knox College. The Women’s swim team competes at home on November 19th against Simpson College. Be sure to head over to the San Jose Pool located in Graber to cheer on and support your fellow Duhawks!