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Dance Marathon Boogie Oogie Oogies for the kids
Inspiration served at LIFE Dinner by BRENNAN PIVNICKA | staff writer
photos contributed BY AUSTIN LOWRY -LUTHER
Fundraiser generates more than $216,000
The 12th annual Loras College Dance Marathon raised more than $216,000 for the “miracle kiddos” of the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital, a $15,000 increase over last year. The student-led activity now has raised more than $1.8 million for the hospital and the network in its 12-year effort. The dancers, who had to dance for 12 straight hours, prepare for the event all year. Participants danced, played with the kids, and some were even locked in jail as an incentive to raise more. DM members, donors and participants embody FTK, or For the Kids.
April 28 was the 25th annual LIFE Dinner down at the Grand River Center. Hosted by the Dubuque County Right to Life foundation, it serves as a yearly gathering for all those who seek to end abortion in both the nation and the world at large. This year was no exception, as people of all places, faiths, and positions came together to support a cause they deemed worthy to the highest degree: the protection and preservation of the lives of all unborn individuals. The event was hosted by Right to Life Chairman Jack Mescher and Executive Director Hannah Brehm. It featured the special guest Dan Kulp as keynote speaker. An actor, writer, singer, and comedian, Kulp has been a longtime supporter of the right to life movement. Inspired by his own family life and siblings who had special needs, he and his wife have adopted several children who would otherwise have nowhere else to turn. His first son, as it were, was the first child diagnosed with Down Syndrome who was adopted out of China. Despite the difficulties that came with raising his children, Kulp nevertheless regards them as the most treasured part of his life, citing that God doesn’t call the equipped, he equips the called. “The LIFE Dinner reinvigorated my passion for the pro-life movement,” said senior Christine McDonald. “They keynote speaker was very lighthearted yet also serious throughout his talk. He reminded me that ultimately the pro-life movement is about allowing others to experience and live the gift that life is. His personal stories of growing up with a brother who had Down Syndrome and of adopting children with special needs really touched me as well. Every human being is beautiful and should be respected, nurtured, and given the chance to reach his or her potential.” In light of the recent closing of Dubuque’s former Planned Parenthood operation, attendees of the event were urged to continue their involvement in pro-life matters of all capacities. Next year’s LIFE Dinner will be on Friday, May 4, also at the Grand River Center.
Runners have sweet motivation to race to the finish line at 2nd annual Donut 5K by CASSANDRA BUSCH | staff writer
This year the Loras Triathlon Club, DuTri, hosted its second annual Donut 5K. On Saturday, April 30, at 2 p.m. at Heritage Trail in Dubuque, participants had the opportunity to eat their way to the finish line if they so chose. This year there were upwards of 30 participants racing. Over 200 donuts were provided by Donut Boy in Dubuque, and HyVee donated water for racers. DuHealth Club provided volunteers for the DuTri event. Participants varied widely in age, ranging from 14 years old to 70. The Top Overall Male was Logan Bahl (Loras College ’16), and the Top Overall Female was junior Greta Becker. The prize for the most donuts consumed went to senior Christopher Grow. He managed to eat 12 donuts before reaching the finish line. For each donut fully eaten and kept down by the participant, time was taken off of the overall
finishing time. Some participants learned their lesson from their race experience last year, changing their strategy in balancing their donut consumption with running. “Overall I took the race easier this year to eat more donuts, much more enjoyable that way!” said junior Michael Thomsen. However, no provisions were wasted as leftover donuts and waters went to the Loras and Dubuque participants of the race, and additional donations were made to the Catholic Hope House in Dubuque. DuTri offers students the opportunity to work out with fellow Duhawks by offering running and swimming workouts throughout the week. The club is currently led by senior Paul Conway. “This race has always been lots of fun to have our club host every year. It mixes it up from traditional 5k and the
donuts taste amazing too,” Conway said. The Triathlon Club can boast many other accomplishments from this year. First, three Duhawks competed at Collegiate Club Nationals, three competed at Indoor Iowa State and six athletes competed at Wartburg College. At Wartburg DuTri had a third place overall finish. Also, two members finished their first triathlon with two first place age group finishes and one third place age group finish. The club hopes to continue to grow in size and accomplishment in future years, continuing to hold events that are open to the entire Loras community such as the Donut 5k. “We put it on as a fundraiser but love seeing a different kind of race for people to enjoy from the traditional 5k run. Weather kept more people from coming out but we might launch it in the fall next year to gather more runners,” Conway concluded.
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Leaving a Legacy: Fourth Annual Symposium Successful by KAYLA THOMPSON | features editor
Although the rain and clouds gave Dubuque a break from the bad weather on Wednesday, May 3, many students and faculty could be found inside the Alumni Campus Center for the fourth annual Legacy Symposium. This tradition, which began in 2014, is a celebration of all of the success Loras College has had in the last calendar year. “The Legacy Symposium has become an outstanding tradition at Loras because we always take pride in celebrating success among individuals and as a community,” President Jim Collins said. “The mentoring our faculty and staff provide students is extraordinary. They push students to realize their fullest potential.” It allows those presenting a chance to share their hard work with the larger community in a setting that many would not be able to do otherwise. The day began at 8:30 a.m. with the “Call to Community,” which included music by the chamber choir, words from President Collins, and a prayer from chaplain, Fr. Dennis Miller. The short ceremony marked the beginning of a day filled with academic recognition. Throughout the day, many of the buildings on campus held oral presentations from students and faculty, representing many different academic grades and departments. At the same time, the Alumni Campus Center was the central location that held the poster presentations, art galleries, and the film festival that concluded the day. “The Symposium is the perfect vehicle to showcase and celebrate the vast array of talent that exists on this campus among our students, staff and faculty,” President Collins said. “There is nothing better than to see the widespread pride and satisfaction we all have in recognizing such extraordinary outcomes.”
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Sophomore Renata Veljacic explains her poster, “Love Without Borders.” Throughout the day, the Loras community attended oral and poster presentations. Not only did this give them a chance to see projects within their own majors but also in other departments. Loras prides itself as a liberal arts institution, and the event was designed with that in mind. “The sessions are intentionally interdisciplinary,” Dr. Eller said. “This is the crux of liberal arts education … being exposed to areas and ideas and methods of research that you might not have ever experienced because you wouldn’t have
sought them out on your own, if you were even aware of them before.” When students were not attending presentations of their professors and peers, many of them are presented their own work. With the help of a faculty mentor, they submitted their abstracts to the committee back in February for approval. Since Loras students are very involved, many presented more than once throughout the day and have presented many times throughout their time at Loras. “Presenting at the Legacy Symposium is
a great experience,” said senior Christine McDonald. “I enjoy sharing with a wider audience what I have worked on in the honors program as well as in my classes. It’s always great to hear feedback from others and to see how the work I have done is impacting them, especially in regards to my honors project ‘The Plastic Bag Impact.’” The Legacy Symposium would not have been possible without the generosity of both alumni and friends of the institution who helped sponsor the event, as well as the Legacy committee who took on the monumental task of planning the symposium. This committee was made up of co-chairs Dr. Erin VanLaningham and Dr. Eller with the assistance of Dr. Aditi Sinha, Dr. Julia Omarzu, Dr. Hilarie Welsh, Dr. Lynn Gallagher, Dr. Lisa Garoutte and sophomore Natalie Droeske who served as the student assistant. They met almost every week throughout the semester in order to make the event possible, planning everything from choosing presenters to carefully scheduling the day. Even though the work was long and tedious, the success of the event was what made the job worth it. In 2014, Dr. Kate Cooper, Dr. Sinha, Dr. Garoutte, and Dr. VanLaningham had the idea for the symposium and worked to build this event from the ground up. They worked to gather support from the Loras community and start a tradition that is so important to the Loras community both now and for years to come. “You can see what the day means to them,” Dr. Eller said. “The energy and the spirit of the Loras community on that day is unbelievably inspiring. And they created the venue for that to happen. That is their legacy for Loras. And the rest of us, from students to staff to faculty contribute our parts, but we are only able to do what we do because of what they did.”
Dubuque Spotlight of the Week
Dubuque Museum of Art by CASSANDRA BUSCH | executive editor
Who: The Dubuque Museum of Art is the oldest cultural institution in Iowa. It was founded over 140 years ago, as the Dubuque Art Association which first met on February 24, 1874. Originally it was located in private homes that rotated locations, before moving to numerous government building locations. The Association changed its name to the Dubuque Museum of Art in 1996, and in 1999 they opened the current location of the museum where it stands today. What: The Museum offers numerous rotating exhibitions, special local and cultural events, a variety of art classes, tours, and more. All of their offerings and current and past exhibitions, as well as class schedules, can be located on their website, dbqart.com. Where: 701 Locust Street, Dubuque, Iowa, 52001. When: The museum is closed on Mondays, open on Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5pm, and open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4p.m. Cost: In 2017, the cost of admission on Thursdays is free. For students with college IDs, admission on any other day is $3. Why: Get cultured with the variety of exhibits that rotate through the museum. Go back often because there are a lot of new things always coming through from all over the world. An easy walk on the nice days, and a great rainy activity when it seems like there’s nothing to do besides Netflix.
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Loras College sports greats return to campus by SEAN WHITLEY | staff writer
the other hand, after his college baseball career and majoring in English, Gumbel Loras College has alumni all over the went on to sell hospital supplies. His break country who are making it big and making came when his brother called him about it easier for Duhawks to have connections an audition in Chicago for a sports anwherever they go. Within the past month, nouncer. The rest is history and they have Loras College has had the privilege of both come to be experts in what they do. welcoming some of these alumni back on Both Gumbel and Johnson kept on discampus including sports broadcaster Greg cussing how young graduates need to keep Gumbel and most recently Curley “Boo” following their dreams and sticking it out Johnson for the Sports Management Third through the trials and tribulations. Annual Senior Speaker. “The advice I would always give is to Curley “Boo” Johnson played basketball persevere, no matter at Loras. He graduated what the pursuit,” in 1987 and went on to Gumbel said. “In the continue his basketcase of the sports inball career as a Harlem “In the case of the sports dustry, it’s hard to Globetrotter. Johnfind a business more industry, it’s hard to find son is well known for booming -- on televia business more booming his dribbling abilities sion, on radio, in staaround the world. In or-- on television, on radio, diums and arenas, in der to stay in the league schools, professional in stadiums and arenas, in toward the end of his sports, intercolleschools, professional sports, career with the Globegiate sports, amateur trotters, he pulled a maintercollegiate sports, sports. There are neuver that he thought more opportunities amateur sports. There they would catch. now than ever before, are more opportunities “Around 2005, we and that’s more than had to fill out these now than ever before, and enough reason to per(annual) sheets where severe.” that’s more than enough I had to put down my Johnson talkreason to persevere.” birth year. Instead of ed with the Sports putting down that I Greg Gumbel Management seniors was born in 1965, for Loras College Alumnus a t C h a m p s b e f o r e and sportscasters about three years I talking to the campus kept my age at 39 years on Sunday afternoon old. They never really and he kept telling caught on to it.” students of the opGumbel and Johnson portunities they have both have had a different way of getting to with going to Loras College. Gumbel and where they are now. After his high school Johnson both talked about how they see career, Johnson decided to go to a junior other Duhawks all over the country while college to better his skills so he could be at airports. Being a Duhawk and showing recruited by a college. At the time, Loras it proudly can have provide students with College was part of the NAIA and was able the opportunity of meeting some great to offer him an athletic scholarship. From alumni out in the world. there he got a tryout with the Globetrotters Greg Gumbel and Curley “Boo” Johnand had an 18 year career with them. On son have made their stamp in this life and continue to do so and they will go down in history as some of the greats at their craft.
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Annual Spring Concert featuring Granger Smith Who: Granger Smith is a country singer who also goes by an alter ego, Earl Dibbles Jr. He has sung at the White House and for troops in Iraq and Kuwait. What: Annual Spring Concert Where: The Fieldhouse. When: Friday, May 12. Doors open at 7 p.m. Opening act begins at 8 p.m. Why: Because you live in Iowa. And it’s Spring Fest. And maybe you like Country Music? Tickets for purchase today and tomorrow in the ACC from 11:00-1:00. $10 for students, $15 for the general public
5th Annual Duhawk Day to Conclude Finals Week BY AVA LALOR | executive copy editor
Last year, Duhawks exceeded this goal by reaching 1465 donors. This year, the For the past four years, Duhawks around the world have come together on College expects the participation to rethe last day of finals to celebrate Loras flect the same passion and unity through College and raise money for the school on the event. Participants are encouraged to Duhawk Day. This year is no exception. post a selfie on social media using #DuThis year, the fifth annual Duhawk Day hawk Day. Since 2017 marks five years of celewill be hosted on May 18. “Duhawk Day ... has really made a tre- brating Duhawk Day, here are five ways mendous impact on Loras College, most alumni across the world can participate notably, its students,” said Director of in Duhawk Day. Annual Giving Cayla Schneider. “It is the 1. Wear their favorite purple and gold. College’s 24-hour annual day of giving 2. Take a picture with their family, where the entire Loras Community (stu- co-workers, friends or selfie and post it to dents, alums, friends and family) comes social media using #DuhawkDay. together for one common cause: to show 3. Share on social media the many reatheir love for Loras and support the Colsons why they love Loras. lege financially.” 4. Email and text their DuPrimarily, the event inhawk friends to wish them a The event vites the soon-to-be gradHappy Duhawk Day and meet uates into the Loras aluminvites the up with them at an event. ni community through on soon-to-be 5. Remember to be one of campus events. To start the graduates the 1,450 donors to help the day, breakfast and coffee College reach its donor goal. will be available at Einstein into the Bros. Bagels from 7:30-9 Every gift, no matter the size, Loras alumni a.m. Other events include will count toward the 1450 community lunch in the Pub, noon donor goal. mass at Christ the King through “I love Duhawk Day so Chapel. To finish the day, much for so many reasons,” on campus the Duhawk Day Social will said Schneider, “but one f the events. take place in the Pub from main reasons is that for one 6-8 p.m. day, Duhawks from all over However, this celebrathe world come together and tion is not held restrictedly at the Colturn social media purple and gold and lege. In fact, 15 events will be held across the country to bring Duhawks together. support Loras College. It is inspiring to Also, alumni across the world are encour- see the impact that one day makes on our aged to participate by uniting with new campus and students. For more information and updates and old Duhawks to reach their goal of 1450 donors, recognizing the street num- about Duhawk Day, follow the Loras Colber of Loras College: 1450 Alta Vista St. lege Alumni Facebook Page.
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The Lorian May 11, 2017
The Commencement of Cassie’s Corner A las, four years have gone by too quickly and I’m writing my last piece for The Lorian. Honestly I can still picture myself at that first meeting, talking to Mary and Colin and being convinced to take on the role of News Editor my first week of Loras. I was enthusiastic to keep Cassandra on writing and editing for a school newspaper Busch executive as I had such a good editor experience in high school. I won’t lie and say I was good right away. I was slow, and I had a lot to learn. But luckily, I’ve had some great teachers over the years with a lot of patience. And that doesn’t just pertain to the paper, either. Loras has provided me with countless teachers and mentors, in all shapes and forms. I’ve learned to love to be challenged by Dr. Auge, explore different cultures from Dr. Kehren and
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Dr. Stone, be enthralled with language A school newspaper is so fantastic and its power by Dr. VanLaningham, because it’s the perfect spotlight to see learned to always wear a smile from campus in. Sure, there are times when Mick, challenge my faith and beliefs it’s not always the happiest of news, from Dr. Lorenz and Fr. Wathier, how but it’s still part of the community to truly care about experience and is still other people besides important. But seeing myself even in the most all of the amazing I know I have difficult of times from my things my classmates so many people friends and roommates and the faculty rooting for me, … I could go on and on. have accomplished? and even though I But the point is that Sometimes I honestly college did teach me, know it’ll be a little forget that this is a job, and help me grow, as I and I am just so focused tougher outside of was promised. But to the on being thankful for our “Loras bubble,” the opportunity to put extent to which I learned was unimaginable, even their accomplishments I feel like the past by this creative writing into print and help four years have major. others appreciate all of prepared me well The Lorian gave the dedication and hard for what’s ahead. me the jumping point work that comes out of to make so many the Loras body. connections. By I’m still figuring out participating, I met my next steps, which is many of my greatest mentors and a little scary. But having an experience friends, by attending their events or and community like Loras behind me interviewing them or just by seeing is such a great foundation to heading all of the great work they were doing. out into the real world. I know I have so
Moving Forward M
y time attending Loras College is coming to a close, and so, too, is my column; in a few short days, I will join my fellow Duhawks as we walk across the graduation stage. Since this will be my last article for The Lorian, I’d Dallas Knapp like to say thank you to a number of people. Thank you Cassie Busch for an awesome job as Editor-in-Chief, and thank you for being such a wonderful classmate, too. I’d also like to thank my friend Lucas Tully for taking the time he did to read through and critique my work. And my final thanks goes out to you -- the reader -- for bothering to read the words I wanted to share. For those wondering, while I am leaving Loras, I plan on hanging around Dubuque. So don’t fret; you’ll still see more from me. In fact, I have *another* column that I just started with a website called iowastartingline.com. It’ll be a bi-weekly post titled ‘Moving Forward,’ so look out for me there. The self-plugs don’t stop there, I’m afraid, because with my last article I’d like to talk to you about the Committee for Perfecting Our Union. The power of people is the last thing that I’ll write about here, because Millennials like us are in a unique position to understand its usefulness. After all, we’re students, we’re literally trained how to learn. And we learn a lot during our four years here, and we all know that there are two parts to learning. First, we digest the information given to us, be it a reading or the classroom chalkboard. We observe the data presented to us for notable trends or details, and we internalize the important info for future recollection. The other half of learning requires that we practice what we learned -- which, as we know, is the hardest part of learning. Professors don’t just assign readings; they test whether we read by asking for our writings. Professors don’t just lecture; they make sure we’re listening each time they hand out an exam. Therefore, learning is not only the process of understanding information but also acting on what that knowledge brings. Here’s a learning exercise for you. Ask yourself this: since the election’s results, what have you observed about our politics? Have you seen politicians with integrity of character,
‘KNAPP’ TIME
Through the work of good deeds, we can spread the good word and persuade people to our cause of creating a smarter, healthier, wealthier, safer and more promising future. or dutiful public servants working for the betterment of America and our fellow Americans? Have you heard inspiring words during speeches with aspirational visions of our Nation’s future? Maybe a few specific occasions you did, but let’s face it. Washington and politics in general has been pretty horrific lately. Our Congress, and our government, with its politics and politicians living it up in Washington D.C, they are incredibly unpopular — like single digits. Yet if so many organs of American government, then why hasn’t it changed in order to regain its long-lost popularity? President Obama was elected as a figure willing and capable to accomplish just that, but he ultimately failed to live up to his promises. He failed because he was one person man seeking to change the ways of an entire city, which is tragically ironic for he knew better than anyone else that people collaborating together can achieve far more than only one person working alone. Which is why I want to ask if you would like to help work toward a More Perfect Union? I know that sounds like a tall order but it’s really not. There are small simple tasks which can be done around Dubuque that contribute to the accomplishment of larger complex goals. Through the work of good deeds such as food drives or community clean ups, we can spread the good word and persuade people to our cause of creating a smarter, healthier, wealthier, safer and more promising future. We’ll be completing service projects and sponsoring community events starting this summer and the diversity of activities will grow with the numbers of you who join. If you want to find out more then check out the group Facebook page at facebook. com/perfourunion or email us at perfourunion@gmail.com. Don’t forget to look out for my next column at iowastartingline.com and you can follow me on Twitter @dallas_ knapp for further updates. Knapp Time, over and out.
I have the same mindset and enthusiasm as I did heading into that first Lorian meeting four years ago, and I hope that I can maintain this for as long as possible.
many people rooting for me, and even though I know it’ll be a little tougher outside of our “Loras bubble,” I feel like the past four years have prepared me well for what’s ahead. I have the same mindset and enthusiasm as I did heading into that first Lorian meeting four years ago, and I hope that I can maintain this for as long as possible. Enthusiasm and passion are what drive the great things that happen in our world, and my goal above all else, no matter what job I’m in or what I’m doing, is that I do something to give back to this community and this world that has given me so much. For the last time … thanks for reading Cassie’s Corner.
Love the Lord Above All by MATTHEW KUBOUSHEK | staff writer
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f our lives are filled to the brim unceasingly. When the “You shall love the lord your Earth was a formless God will all your heart, with all your soul, and with all you strength” wasteland each (Mt 22: 37). These are the words of person was an idea in almighty God who was present before the mind of God. the creation of the world and formed man from the dust of the Earth. This is the one God: Father, Son, and Spirit; mother’” (Jn 19:27). A great majority who incarnated to become man; who of Catholics have abandoned their was crucified by those he loved; and mother, the Church, who mourns them who rose from the dead. God demands and suffers until they return. the full, undivided attention and love Abandoning the true faith creates of man. a spiritual vacuum. In order to cope “I the lord am your God, you shall with this for abandoning a mother and have no other Gods beside me” (Ex a God that loves them so insatiably, 20:3). Yet men puts thousands of false many people fill their hearts with the idols before God. Men blaspheme the passing pleasures of alcohol, drugs, name of God while they sing the praises pornography, and fornication. Those of baseball players. Many people who do not indulge in these carnal would sooner defend the reputation pleasures instead resort to attacking of Kris Bryant than the God the truths of the Church. who formed them in their Rather than change their mother’s womb. Kris Bryant lives, men seek to change the Yet how has likely never thought Church. They refuse to accept does man about his fans in a personal that they have an obligation repay the way; professional athletes, to render God fitting worship God who singers, or politicians rarely and obedience. Many reject do. Yet God thinks of man the laws of the Church (such has loved unceasingly. When the Earth as the obligation to attend him so was a formless wasteland mass on Sunday) and claim much? each person was an idea in that they still love God. On the mind of God. the contrary Christ says, “if Yet how does man repay you love me, you will keep my the God who has loved him so much? commandments.” (Jn 14:15) Are the lips of men ceaselessly adoring Those whose love for God has grown their God? Men praise coaches, cold must return to God. Those who firemen, soldiers, and doctors, yet the have never know the Church must join very author of life and the source of her. “Repent therefore and be baptized, all blessings is ignored. His priests are every one of you, in the name of Jesus shown no respect. Christ’s Church, Christ for the forgiveness of sins.” (Acts which He loves more intimately than 2:34) Lest you grow despairing, take any husband loves his wife, is reviled heart; all your sins can be wiped away or ignored. in the sacrament of reconciliation. So many people in the world have “Though your sins be like scarlet, they abandoned their mother. The Catholic may become white as snow; though Church is to each soul as a mother they be red like crimson, they may is to her children. “‘Behold your become white as wool.” (Isa 1:14)
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Do the Things That Scare You
Why I’ve decided to spend the summer abroad
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ell my friends, You’ll never realize how it’s that capable you are a week, time of year again. With the excitement a month, or a year down of summer on the the road if you don’t horizon, everyone begin with day one. is eager to turn in those last homework assignments, finish of my summer here was a decision their finals, and that was personally difficult, and bid their goodbyes scary, to make. Originally, I thought I to another school ashley pudil knew I wanted to spend my summer year before taking back in the United States. Staying in a much-needed break. At this point, Spain means another two and a half a lot of study abroad students begin months of living in a different country, to flock back to the Duhawk nest as speaking a different language, and well. Just like all of you, the semester living in an apartment rather than is over for us too: our classes have with a host family. It means another ended, we’ve packed our suitcases, two and a half months away from and have said “see you later” to my family, friends, boyfriend, and the countries we’ve grown to know familiarity. My main priority, instead and love over the past few months. of taking classes, will be working However, there’s one Duhawk that’s with my internship and living more still flying across European skies, and of a regular, daily Spanish lifestyle. that Duhawk is me. On top of this, a lot of the friends in If you haven’t already heard, I’ve my program have already left to go decided to stay in Spain until midback home for the July. I know: shocker, summer. I have to right? While other admit, with all of I have to admit, students have arrived this in mind, I’m with all of this in back in the states and nervous. But I’m mind, I’m nervous. are eating copious also so, so ready for amounts of the food it. It’s a chance for But I’m also so, so they’ve missed (think: me to grow, and a ready for it. It’s a tacos, well-built big decision that I’ve chance for me to burgers and American made completely on breakfast food), I’m my own. As much grow, and a big chowing down on as it makes me decision that I’ve tortilla Española. nervous, it makes made completely They’re reuniting with me empowered. their friends and their on my own. If you take one beloved pets while I’m piece of advice from still over 4,000 miles any of this article, away from my best here it is: don’t be friend and puppy. They’re returning afraid to do the things that scare you. to the comfort of their own home Whether that’s accepting a new job, country, while I’m prolonging that choosing to go on a service trip, study return trip. A lot of people have asked abroad, or whatever it may be, doing me: Why did you decide to cancel your things that scare you help you grow. plane ticket? Why not just go back to They help you to know yourself better, Spain later on in your life? To those to become more independent, and to questions, my only response is: Why realize your full potential. You’ll never wait? realize how capable you are a week, a Study abroad had taught me many month, or a year down the road if you lessons. I’ve talked a little bit about don’t begin with day one. So, what are taking advantage of every moment, you waiting for? Do the things that also known as “aprovechar”, in a scare you. You may never know when few of my columns. This has been that opportunity will cross your path one of the two biggest lessons I’ve again. learned. However, the other and just Until July 17, Duhawks, you can find as equally important lesson is this: me continuing to settle in Santiago. do the things that scare you, even it Hasta luego, buena suerte en sus may change part of your future. For exámenes finales, y feliz verano desde me, making the decision to spend part España.
SETTLING IN SANTIAGO
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May, 11 2017
They Call us a Cult People have the wrong idea about Dance Marathon
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by JULIANA WHITE | staff writer
Maybe you haven’t been
joined Dance Marathon four years ago, personally touched which blows my mind. Four years ago, I took a chance on an organization by Dance Marathon, that mixed two of the things that bring but if you open your me the most peace in the world: dancing heart to the cause, it and giving. I didn’t think those two things could be mixed. Now I sit in front a may surprise you. computer screen, hoping I can sum up the gift that Dance Marathon has given to me. people with a grand total of $216, 061.23 “I could tell you what the whole event all for our kiddos and the University of entails and all of the hard work people Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. I put in, but until you personally feel the will continue dancing and donating, but overwhelming sense of joy, passion, as an alumni. So, I write this in hopes of sadness, loss, and all of the other carrying on the DM legacy and goal of emotions that come with, it won’t be as making miracles. If you decided to pick real”, Jasmine Sronkoski, Senior, Morale up this paper, and for some reason read Captain. my article, I have something to share When I first joined DM as a dancer, I with you. Join Dance Marathon. It is felt pressure to raise money, to reach that the best decision I made at this school. dollar goal I longed to feel the day the way I know that’s cliché, and everyone says eBoard and Morale felt it. So, I applied my it, but from a senior to everyone who junior year to be a Morale Captain. You gets another year, or two, or three, find know, those crazy people that stay awake what you love to do and do it as soon as and go nuts on the ‘day of.” Yep, that possible. was me. My only regret was not applying There is this really awesome kid who sooner.” joined Dance Marathon and took on I spent a year with more than 30 other the responsibilities of students trying to raise Morale Captain as a money, recruit dancers, first-year. He inspires I became friends and stay pumped even me. The leadership team with people on when things became is frequently asked to stressful. I became eBoard who ate, share why we dance, friends with people and I think his ‘why’ slept, and breathed on eBoard who ate, is awesome. So even DM and found a new slept, and breathed though a lot of great DM and found a new appreciation for the people are graduating, appreciation for the and won’t be able to be organization. I looked organization. I looked at here for Loras College at their passion for their passion for the kids Dance Marathon 13, more than the money, the kids more than there are some awesome for the families more people like this kid who the money, for the than our total and felt will be. families more than my own passion growing. “When asked ‘Why You know who you are our total and felt my do I dance,’” said Outreach, Fundraising, own passion growing. Sronkoski, “I always lean Entertainment & to one answer … I dance Logistics, Special Events for the people who are & Alumni, Family no longer able to dance. This includes the Relations, Morale & Dancer Relations, PR kiddos who are with us, but don’t have the & Graphic Design, and Presidents. You ability to dance, but this is truly about our aren’t even just my friends or my team Miracle Angels. It is these kids that truly anymore, you’re my freaking family. fuel my flame.” “This year was a lot more emotional Maybe you haven’t been personally for me than it has been in years past. I touched by Dance Marathon, but if you think, this year, everything really clicked. open your heart to the cause, it may From the Miracle Family involvement, surprise you. We aren’t a cult, but if to the leadership team, to the dancers, I celebrating the strength of awesome have never felt more mission driven, and kiddos and Miracle families, dancing I think that came through in our total,” like maniacs, a building strong, beautiful Neil Bingham, senior, Moral and Dancer relationships with classmates who I now Relations Chair said. consider family makes it a cult, then count So, I celebrated my final Dance me in. Marathon with an amazing group of Thanks for everything DM. You
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Dubuque, Iowa
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ANNEMARIE R. ELSINGER Woodstock, Illinois
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Winsted, Minnesota
FRANK L. FERNANDEZ Chicago, Illinois
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ELIZABETH S. FISCHER Johnsburg, Illinois
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MARK R. FISCHER Dubuque, Iowa
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LETA M. JAQUIS Gilbert, Iowa
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Ask her how she is doing and She will say she is fine But in reality she is dying inside You see her smile and hear her Laugh throughout the day, But you can’t see that Every morning she paints on her face And rehearses her lines for This part that she plays. Planning every action and perfectly timed smile To avoid causing a scene She hides behind glitter and lipstick, Eating only when she has too And cutting away her pain With the edge of a blade. And when she eats too much She sticks a finger down her throat, Hoping to avoid any weight gain. You read her poems and Applaud her talent, But you don’t see the anger and Pain behind her carefully placed words. It seems to come so easily to her, But it is only because she feels it so deeply, The emotions are always There begging to be poured out In black ink on the page, So, when you ask her how She is doing and She says she is fine Maybe you will realize this time That she is dying inside.
‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2:’ Review by CHRIS YOUNG | staff writer
The film ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ not only gives light to its characters but also its new story. Chris Pratt brings “StarLord” back to life along with his cast members to bring the Guardians to their core. It was an enjoyable thrill ride from the second the opening started all the way to the last credit scene. I thoroughly enjoyed this action packed comedy with interesting and dynamic characters. There was never a moment I was not invested in the story and in the characters. ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ is a movie worth seeing and I give it a 10/10.
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Eleven Questions All Loras Students Have During Hell Week by KAYLA THOMPSON | features editor
1. “Why is EVERYTHING due this week?!” My planner with my color-coated pens looks like a rainbow vomited on the pages with all my assignments, meetings, and reminders. 2. “Is it possible to live solely off coffee?” College students are 487% more efficient when drinking coffee (trust me, it’s science). Everyone is carrying coffee mugs and Starbucks cups with triple shots of espresso with the sole purpose of trying to survive. 3. “Wait? Was that due today?” The world stops, you yank your laptop out of your bag, and convince yourself that a B- won’t kill your GPA as you type literally as fast as you can before class starts in half an hour. 4. “Why is my room so disgusting?” The random crap I’ve accumulated, the stray hairs that are under the futon, and having to actually clean after a year of procrastinating is a rather unpleasant and … gross experience. 5. “Do I have to go to class?” It’s (finally) so nice out again, I’d rather be in my hammock than stuck inside listening to lectures and presentations. Must. Resist. Temptation. 6. “How am I supposed to spend all of these Duhawk Dollars?” Okay, there are two types of people; those who spend all of their Duhawk Dollars within the first two weeks of the semester, and those who have to spend $100 in a week. If you’re the latter, I envy your self-control. 7. “Can’t I just stay in bed and watch Netflix all day?” Why is it that the more I have to do, the more we just want to binge watch “The Office” for the seven-billionth time? 8. “Is this final cumulative?” *scrambles through notes and trying to remember what happened the first week of February because that was basically a lifetime ago.* 9. “How am I supposed to live without you guys?” You know what they say, goodbyes are a b***h. Although I know August will be here before we all know it, it’s still going to be odd and sad not being able to see my best friends every day. 10. “What am I doing with the rest of my life?” Although that’s what I imagine a lot of seniors are thinking, the rest of us are quickly watching our graduation date approach and slowly begin the inevitable existential crisis that is adulthood. 11. “Where did this year go?” It’s super cliché, I know, but it’s true. It’s been a wonderful year, and I’ll see you guys again soon.
This Day in History: April 27 by BRODERICK HOOKER | news editor
1846: U.S. Declares War on Mexico: The area now known as Texas was part of Mexico until it declared its independence and later voted to be annexed by the United States. Mexico did not recognize either outcome, and President James K. Polk offered to buy the disputed territories. Mexico refused, and he declared war. Abolitionists, the Whig party and others opposed the war, but the United States won a massive expanse of land through the treat of Guadalupe-Hidalgo. Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah, and a small part of Wyoming all were ceded to the United States. 1894: Pullman strike: One of the largest and most important companies in the history of the United States was the Pullman Company, which made railroad cars. Most of its workers lived in factory towns named for the company, and when workers were laid off and wages lowered, the American Railway Union, led by Socialist Eugene Debs, declared a strike. Debs and the strikers declared a boycott of all trains using Pullman cars, causing a halt in all railroad activity west of Detroit. Grover Cleveland called in the army to break up the ultimately unsuccessful strikers, and Debs was arrested. 1927: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences founded: Known informally as “The Academy,” the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was founded by Louis B. Mayer, of MGM, as a professional organization for those in the film industry. The original purpose of the Academy was to mediate labor disputes without unions but later on, the
biggest function became doling out awards to industry leaders, an annual event now known as the Academy Awards. 1960: Adolf Eichmann captured in Argentina: Many Nazi war criminals took refuge in South America after the war, often under assumed names. SS Lieutenant Colonel Adolf Eichmann was one of the primary organizers of the Holocaust, and fled originally to Austria. He forged papers and made a new life for himself in Argentina under the name Ricardo Klement. On this day in 1960, Israeli Mossad agents captured him, and he was put on trial in Israel. His justification for his role was that he was simply following orders, a defense that led to Hannah Arendt coining the term “Banality of evil.” He was sentenced to death by hanging and died June 1, 1962. 1997: Computer beats championship chess player: Russian chess player Garry Kimovich Kasparov was the reigning world chess champion from 1985 to 1993. The youngest chess champion, he was, to say, really good at chess. IBM developed a supercomputer named “Deep Blue,” which first played and won against Kasparov the previous year, but Kasparov won the overall match. IBM upgraded Deep Blue to Deeper Blue, and it won against Kasparov, who suspected there may have been human intervention due to the creativity of its moves. Kasparov, wanting a rematch, did not get his wish as IBM dismantled the system. Deep Blue continues to inspire wonder and fear at the power of technology and artificial intelligence.
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MARISA I. MORENO
COURTNEY E. O’LEARY
NATHAN M. PIERSKI
DAVID L. RODGERS
English Literature
Elementary Education
Accounting
Public Relations
DANIEL K. MOSCA
KYLER R. OLSON
EMILY K. POLLPETER
JACK F. ROGERS
Finance
Elementary Education
International Studies Politics
Bettendorf, Iowa
Frankfurt, Illinois
Public Relations Media Studies
RACHEL M. MOSER Colesburg, Iowa
Public Relations Marketing
TATIANA M. NABOROWSKI Oak Brook, Illinois
English Creative Writing
HANNAH M. NELSON Western Springs, Illinois
Biology
NICHOLAS J. NEMMERS Dubuque, Iowa
New Lenox, Illinois
Roscoe, Illinois
NICOLE M. OOSTENDORP Dubuque, Iowa
Biochemistry
GINO E. ORLANDI
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Marketing
AMANDA J. POTTER Dubuque, Iowa
BRENDAN J. ROSNER
Athletic Training Kinesiology
MITCHELL J. POWERS
Criminal Justice
CATHERINE E. PAULSEN
Kinesiology
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Plainfield, Illinois
Spanish Public Relations
Sherrill, Iowa
MICHAEL A. PULIDO Mount Greenwood, Illinois
Athletic Training
DANIEL D. QUINN Park Ridge, Illinois
Finance
PAUL B. PECHOUS
NICHOLAS R. RADLOFF
JONATHAN J. NUGENT
Biochemistry
Philosophy
FRANK J. PEHLKE
ANDREW L. REED
Business Administration
Dubuque, Iowa
Mokena, Illinois
MARY K. O’BOYLE
Politics Criminal Justice
Kinesiology
JEREMY A. PETERS
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HALEY C. O’BRIEN Batavia, Illinois
Spanish Public Relations
TORI M. OCHS
Clinton, Iowa
Public Relations Business Administration
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Dyersville, Iowa
Dubuque, Iowa
Biochemistry
New Vienna, Iowa
Chicago, Illinois
JAMES W. RUBINO Westchester, Illinois
Spanish Business Administration Business
MITCHELL J. RUBINO Westchester, Illinois
Biology
SAMUEL S. RYMARZ Maple Park, Illinois
Marketing
KEVIN S. SANDHU Dubuque, Iowa
JACOB D. REILLY
Marketing Accounting
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PHILLIP M. SCARBORO
Freeport, Illinois
HANNAH E. REINERT Dubuque, Iowa
Social Work
NOLAN J. RITTER
Wilton, Iowa
Business Administration
JENNA M. SCHEER Wheatland, Iowa
Onalaska, Wisconsin
Business
Psychology International Studies
ASHLEY C. PIEKARSKI
DANIEL P. ROCHE
HAYLEE A. SCHILTZ
Business Administration
Management Information Systems
Kinesiology
Dubuque, Iowa
Social Work
Psychology Spanish
MORGAN T. OLDSEN Criminal Justice
DeWitt, Iowa
Psychology
Engineering
Fitchburg, Wisconsin
Dubuque, Iowa
West Liberty, Iowa
Sycamore, Illinois
Clarendon Hills, Illinois
JONATHAN W. POWERS
JOSEPH R. PAGURA
LOUISA N. PAVLIK
Business Administration
SAMUEL J. ROGERS
Criminal Justice
Economics
DAVID E. NEVIN JESSICA N. NEWTON
LUKE A. POTNICK
Clarendon Hills, Illinois
RYAN R. ROLFES
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Tinley Park, Illinois
West Des Moines, Iowa
Dubuque, Iowa
English Literature
Chicago, Illinois
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McHenry, Illinois
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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ZACHARY G. SCHROEDER
RYAN T. SMITH
JESSICA R. STEPHENS
CHRISTIAN A. TERAN
Chemistry Mathematics
Finance
Social Work
International Studies Politics
Bellevue, Iowa
ANTHONY J. SCHULTZ Pearl City, Illinois
Mathematics
THERESE A. SCHULTZ New Lenox, Illinois
Marketing Finance
ANNA R. SCHWALBE Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Criminal Justice
MARGARET C. SENTOVICH Rockford, Illinois
Saint Charles, Illinois
ETHAN E. SOBBE Burlington, Wisconsin
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ANNA C. SPODEN Guttenberg, Iowa
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ALLISON L. SPRAGUE Dubuque, Iowa
Social Work
JASMINE A. SRONKOSKI Geneva, Illinois
Lafayette, Louisiana
CAL R. STOVIE Cedar Rapids, Iowa
DANIELLE M. STROMERT
MADDISON M. THEISEN
Mathematics
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa
ISAAC J. STURM Bellevue, Iowa
Mathematics
TIANNA L. SUNDERLAND Spring Hill, Florida
GEORGE A. ST. JOHN
EMILY L. SUNDSTEDT
English Creative Writing
Athletic Training
Criminal Justice Psychology
NICHOLAS R. STANFEL
MICHAEL P. SWIERCZEWSKI
MARIA A. SIEBELS
Management
Finance
Religious Studies Theology
NICHOLAS R. STARK
KATHERINE M. SWOBODA
ALEXANDRA M. SMITH
Philosophy
Marketing
JOHN M. STATON
ZACHARY K. TADE
Psychology
Elementary Education
HANNAH R. SMITH
NICHOLAS J. STEGER
NOAH B. TEDUITS
Social Work
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Naperville, Illinois
Saint Peter, Minnesota
Madison, Wisconsin
Marketing International Studies Business Administration
Roselle, Illinois
Rockford, Illinois
Grayslake, Illinois
Urbandale, Iowa
Aurora, Illinois
Dyersville, Iowa
Plainfield, Illinois
Sport Management
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PATRICK J. SHORT
MEGAN E. TEWS
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Roscoe, Illinois
Oak Forest, Illinois
Eldridge, Iowa
Elkader, Iowa
Madison, Wisconsin
LeClaire, Iowa
KYLE T. TIETZ Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Philosophy
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Neuroscience Psychology
RILEY J. TILL Bellevue, Iowa
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ALEX T. TIMMERMAN Maquoketa, Iowa
Accounting Finance
YESENIA TORRES Cold Spring, Minnesota
Social Work
MOLLY J. TRANEL Cuba City, Wisonsin
Elementary Education
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Management Information Systems
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ALYSON K. WATSON
MAURA E. ZAWASKI
ERIK J. ZIOLKOWSKI
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ADAM P. ZOELLER
MALCOLM A. WATSON
KARA M. ZWANZIGER
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ERIC J. ZENISEK
Dubuque, Iowa
JOSHUA M. VAN BESIEN Waterloo, Iowa
Business Administration Religious Studies
KATHRYN R. VAN BESIEN Waterloo, Iowa
Social Work
Dubuque, Iowa
Hillside, Illinois
ERIN M. WEAVER Tuscola, Illinois
DAKOTA A. VAN BROCKLIN
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EVAN J. WEAVER
PAYTON R. VAN VORS
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CASEY J. WEDLAKE
Chicago, Illinois
West Des Moines, Iowa
GREGORY M. VANCE Dubuque, Iowa
Marketing
Normal, Illinois
Mokena, Illinois
Public Relations
ASHLYN E. WERNIMONT Durango, Iowa
SARAH A. VANDERMILLEN
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Biology
JULIANA O. WHITE
JUSTIN D. VANWAMBEKE
Media Studies English Creative Writing
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SEAN P. WHITLEY
MATTHEW J. VARLEY
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East Dubuque, Illinois
Machesney Park, Illinois
Dubuque, Iowa
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MATTHEW M. VILLANO Park Ridge, Illinois
Westmont, Illinois
Aurora, Colorado
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Duluth, Minnesota
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Chicago, Illinois
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2017 Loras College Commencement ... will be taking place on May 20 at 1:30 pm in the Rock Bowl Stadium. In the case of rain, the ceremony is moved to the Athletic Wellness Center.
Staff Superlatives Take a look inside the inner workings of The Lorian office by meeting the staff. What better way than through their “superlatives.” Ava Lalor
Executive Copy Editor
Most likely to:
Actually know what’s going on.
Natalie Droeske Sports Editor
Most likely to:
Eat the best (and weirdest) food.
Kayla Thompson Features Editor
Most likely to:
Tell it like it is.
Broderick Hooker News Editor
Most likely to:
Write the most ridiculous headlines.
Cassie Busch
Executive Editor-in-Chief
Most likely to:
Send passiveaggressive emails.
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Mind & Soul
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The Lorian features a column by Tricia Borelli, Director of Counseling Services. Here, she will answer student questions concerning anything that relates to keeping it together while doing this crazy thing called college. Send questions or comments to Ms. Borelli, Loras Box 100, or to the e-mail address tricia.borelli@loras. edu. All names of those sending questions will be kept confidential.
TIPS with TRISH 13 Reasons Why NOT to Watch
Dear Trish, Have you seen the recent series called 13 Reasons Why? It came out on Netflix last month and I was obsessed watching it over spring break. Not sure it was a good idea because for someone who already struggles with depression, it made me think more about suicide. Do you think that suicide is a common response to life’s challenges? Signed, Wish I Wouldn’t Have Watched Trish says, I am halfway through the series myself, and so far have big concerns about the show. For those of you who have been living under a rock or did not read The Lorian article from last week, the series is based on a well-known novel that came out in 2007 by Jay Asher. The show follows a high student, Clay Jensen, in his quest to understand and uncover the story behind his classmate, Hannah Baker, and her decision to end her life. After the teenage girl’s suicide, Clay receives a series of cassette tapes in which Hannah blames others for her death. The story is meant to be a cautionary tale but is turning out to be much, much more. First of all, it is not surprising that you might think more about suicide after watching a show like this. It is unsettling and graphic. The show has been difficult for many to watch, but (spoiler alert) those who have been victims of sexual assault, bullying or who struggle with a mental illness are specifically at risk. You may have similar experiences and thoughts as some of the characters in the show which is typical of television and movies. We often identify with actors on the big screen. That is often the reason movies and shows are enjoyment for us. We can empathize, feel validated or less alone. What is harmful in this series, however, is that it does not address much about the healthy ways that people can cope with hardships or traumatic events. Acting on suicidal thoughts is not a common solution to dealing with difficulties. I am not saying that thoughts about not wanting to live aren’t often a part of trauma but following through with those thoughts, even though one suicide is too many, is less common of a solution than seeking help or finding other ways to move forward. There are many treatment options for life challenges, distress and mental illness. And speaking of mental illness, the show does not address mental illness much but focuses more on bullying and emotional distress. Most successful suicides (there is no good way to put it) are by people who have a mental illness. If you or someone you know is being bullied or hurt in some way, it is important to know that help is available. While not everyone will know what to do or say if someone has thoughts of suicide, it is important to talk to someone and if you are that someone, take it seriously. Counseling is one resource available if life is creating so much stress that you feel life you cannot live another day. Unfortunately, the guidance counselor in the series does not respond to Hannah’s trauma or thoughts of suicide in an appropriate way. This is not typical of counselors, as most are professional and are trustworthy and helpful. It is important to know that talking openly and honestly about emotional distress and thoughts of suicide is okay. It is also no one person’s fault if someone takes their own life. Suicide is never the fault of survivors of suicide loss. Lastly, “13 Reasons Why” does raise awareness about a problem in our society but it can be very triggering. If you choose to watch the show, do so with others with whom you can process it with openly. It is heavy material. For more information on things to consider when watching the series or if you or someone you know struggles with thoughts of suicide, please contact the Loras College Counseling or Health Center or your local hospital. Or call #1-800-273-TALK (8255). If you need 13 reasons why you should live, we will most certainly help you determine them. Signed, Trish For more information and for resources supporting this article see www.save.org/www.jedfoundation.org
The Health Benefits of Sunshine by AUDREY MILLER | staff writer
As the academic year draws to a close, smiles can be seen everywhere you look. (Well, that’s granted the people you see aren’t too stressed out with last-minute papers and presentations.) Why all the happy faces? Is it the end of the semester? The prospect of summer? The fun end-of-year events going on around campus? Or is it the gorgeous weather that has finally decided to show up? Sunshine has been scientifically proven to cheer you up. If you have ever heard of seasonal affective disorder, that’s a prime example of how dependent on sunlight we can be. Seasonal affective disorder (ASD) is a seasonally-induced depression that affects some people in the wintertime, when they don’t have much exposure to the outdoors or to sunlight. Sunshine boosts serotonin levels in the body, which is your body’s natural happiness hormone. And speaking of hormones, everyone knows how your body releases endorphins — another happiness hormone — when you exercise. Well, your body actually creates more endorphins when you exercise outside in the sun as compared to exercising indoors under artificial lighting. Just one more reason to get active outdoors this summer! Not only does sunshine make us happier, it also provides us with vitamin D. We get about 90 to 95 percent of our vitamin D from the sun, because your body naturally produces vitamin D when it is exposed to sunlight. You can also get vitamin D from food and supplements, but sunshine is the most effective
way to get enough of this important vitamin. Vitamin D regulates the absorption of calcium and phosphorous, and maintaining your immune system. It does this by encouraging the production of white blood cells, which help to boost your immune system and fight infection. Since vitamin D also helps you absorb more calcium, it is important for the normal development and growth of teeth and bones. People with vitamin D deficiencies are at a higher risk of developing osteoporosis, or weak bones. Sunscreen is important to wear if you know you’re going to be outdoors for long periods of time in the summer, but studies have shown that a reasonable amount of UV ray exposure actually reduces your risk of several cancers. This is due mostly to the sun’s vitamin D-creating potential. According to Michael Holick, professor at Boston University’s School of Medicine: “(Vitamin D) is essential for absorbing calcium, keeping our bones healthy, and for protecting against serious chronic diseases later in life such as osteoporosis, Type II diabetes, multiple sclerosis and many common cancers.” Professor Holick also advises that we should go out in the sun without sunblock for between five and 15 minutes a day, at least three times a week in spring and summer, to boost our vitamin D levels. So there you have it! Sunshine is really, really good for you. And hopefully you don’t have too much trouble getting outside in the next few months. Take advantage of the mental break and the beautiful weather — your physical and emotional well-being will thank you!
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2017 Lorian Sports Awards by NATALIE DROESKE| sports writer Winners selected by Loras Sports Staff
Men
Athlete of the Year Alex Bradley
Women
Athlete of the Year Audrey Miller
Year: Senior
Year: Sophomore
Sport: Soccer
Sport: Track & Field
Statistics & Accomplishments: 71 appearances, 22 goals, 21 assists, 12 game-winning goals
Statistics & Accomplishments: placed 3rd at nationals in 5000m (16:52.22) and 7th in 3000m (9:46.68), ranks 3rd in school history in the mile(5:01.82), passed up 26 DI runners in 10000m (34:53.98)
NSCAA All-American, 1st Team All-Conference, three- time All-Region selections, led IIAC Champs in scoring, 4 All-Tournament team selections, 2 First Team Iow Conference selections, NCAA Final Four All-Tournament selection Honorable Mention: Mason Tope, junior, cross
IAC Record Holder (5000m), Two-time AllAmerican honors at the 2017 Indoor NCAA Track and Field Championships
Rookie of the Year
Rookie of the Year Elyse Acompanado
Guy Patron Jr.
Year: Freshman
Year: Freshman
Sport: Wrestling
Sport: Track & Field
Statistics & Accomplishments: Finished the season with a team-high 21 falls to go with 3 technical falls,
Statistics & Accomplishments: Holds school record in long jump (5.65m), Finished the indoor season 3rd in school history in the triple jump (11.01 meters)
All-American honors, placed 1st at Super 8 Invitational, placed 3rd at the 2017 NCAA DIII Championships, placed 4th at CUW Open
14th in Division III in the triple jump (11.42m) Honorable Mention: Emily Reilly, freshman, softball
Honorable Mention: Matt Dacy-Seijo, freshman, basketball
Most-Improved Athlete Brad Boelkow
Most-Improved Athlete Ashley Lentine
Year: Sophomore
Year: Sophomore
Sport: Football
Sport: Softball
Statistics & Accomplishments: Caught 50 passes for 696 yards and 7 TDs
Statistics & Accomplishments: .385 Average, 130 At-Bats, 50 hits, 28 RBIs, 6 HRs
Honorable Mention: Jason Derby, senior, tennis
Honorable Mention: Mikaela Lengwin, sophomore, swimming
Team of the Year
Team of the Year Soccer
Cross Country
Made it to 2nd round of the NCAA Division III Women’s Soccer Tournament, falling to No. 7 UW-Whitewater
Appeared in National Meet for 4th consecutive year, Iowa Conference Championship for the 3rd year, 1st Regional Championship
12-4-3 Overall
Coach of the Year Chris Martin
Led the men’s basketball team to their 1st League Championship in 10 years during his first year at Loras.
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Tennis teams cap strong season at Iowa Conference Tournament
Despite early losses, both teams have plenty to celebrate by CRUZ FEDLER| sports writer
The men’s and women’s tennis teams both got the chance to compete in the Iowa Conference Tournament this year. The women had a rough start at the tournament due to rain, causing them to change the venue mid-match. After starting doubles matches in Decorah, the rain started to come down and forced the singles matches to be played at a new venue an hour and a half away, and the women finished out the Conference Tournament match in Winona, MN. UD used this break to regroup and came back fighting in the singles matches. The Duhawks took an early 2-1 lead, securing W’s in the second and third doubles slots from teams of sophomore Emma Cooke and junior Ayla Graziano in slot two and first-year McKenna Craff and sophomore Rachel Molidor in slot three. In the singles department, Loras once again displayed superiority and clinched matches with wins from senior Jessica Dickhut and Graziano in second and fifth
photos courtesy of JIM NAPRSTEK/LORAS COLLEGE ATHLETICS
singles, respectively. Dickhut claimed her match against Ines Albino 6-1, 6-1 after falling in the same way against the same opponent earlier in the season. This 5-2 overall win marked the first postseason victory for the women since 2003. A common theme with this tennis program is intensity and team pride. Everybody supports everybody and they truly are each other’s biggest fans. “We will continue on with this relentless fight and teamwork that seniors Jessica Dickhut and Kylie DeWees instilled in us this year,” said Emma Cooke. “I will con-
tinue on with these values in my next two years with the tennis program.” Cooke won more than 20 games this year. Dickhut and DeWees combined for 48 singles wins in their careers. Unfortunately the men didn’t have quite the winning streak going into their final games. They fell 9-0 to Luther on April 25 here in Dubuque to finish out the season 13-6. Moving onto the first round of the conference tournament, the men fell to Central 5-3. After winning the first three doubles matches, the Duhawks felt good going
into singles. Unfortunately they dropped five matches and didn’t play the sixth. Despite the loss, the Loras tennis team is quite obviously headed in the right direction. After a 11-50 record from 2013-2016, the men’s team secured a 13-7 record this season and shows no sign of stopping there. With the great news of Jason Derby returning for his last year of eligibility, the Duhawks will bring back every member of the team and will add a year of experience to their resume as they look to win a conference title in the very near future.
Baseball team falls to Luther, ends season at 14-24
Duhawks battle throughout the year, but often fall victim to 1 bad inning
by PATRICK COSTELLO| sports writer
The men of the Loras baseball team have closed the book on the 2017 spring season with a 1-2 series against Luther this past weekend at Petrakis Park here in Dubuque. With that being said, the class of 2017 seniors are preparing to “leave the nest” that is the Loras campus. This past weekend against the Luther Norse, six graduating
seniors completed their Loras career. These seniors left all that they had on the field for the program. “They worked hard from the moment they got here,” said Coach Tebon said. “They were dedicated to the program.” Seniors Kyle Jagminas, Thomas Johnson, Nolan Ritter, Zach Forkenbrock, Tony Heiser, and Luke Leibforth all put on the Loras uniform one last time on Saturday with the goal to surpass the team’s win total from last year at 14. The Duhawks won the first game in the series on Friday after taking an early 2-0 lead in the first and solidifying the vic-
tory with an RBI by sophomore Jake Oglesby who singled in the bottom of the ninth to score junior Danny Weis. Hoping to channel the energy from Friday’s game, the first game of the Saturday doubleheader was a back and forth battle between the two teams as Luther got the first inning lead scoring two runs, and the Duhawks responded by scoring four runs themselves in the second inning, highlighted by RBI doubles by the bats of Weis and Leibforth. The top of the third resulted in a bases clearing double by a Norse bat scoring three making the score then 5-4 Norse. However, the Duhawks nev-
er showed signs of quitting as they came back in the bottom of that inning to tie the game up. The game seemed to be settling
down as junior pitcher Patrick Moriarty headed to the mound, pitching four scoreless innings and striking out six Luther batters. Unfortunately, Luther scored two in the eighth which was too much for the Duhawks to overcome as the game ended with the final score 7-6. The final game of the series was a challenge for the Duhawks as the Norse took the first inning lead, and then added to their score in the second inning making the score 2-0. The Duhawks got one back in the home half of the second after a single by senior Thomas Johnson, scoring junior Ryan Koester. However the Norse got two more after capitalizing on some fielding mistakes by Loras. Fortunately, the game was still in reach as senior Nolan Ritter got his 100th career hit in the third inning that scored sophomore Austin Konagel making the score 4-2 Luther. The momentum from this inning was short-lived, however, as the Norse scored four unanswered runs from the fifth to the seventh inning. This lead proved too much for the Duhawks to overcome as the game ended with an 8-3 loss. The Duhawks finished the year 14-24.
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NFL Draft strategy ... or lack thereof
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pril 27 marks one of the most important times for the start of a new football season. The NFL draft inspires hope to fans and soonGerrand Moody to-be-players all over the United States. It is sports columnist a chance for teams to build and get players they think can bring change from a losing season or help keep them in the running. First round draft picks are usually seen as the best picks, and among these first round picks the top three picks are seen as the elites. Going first to the Cleveland, Browns was Texas A&M’s explosive defensive end, Miles Garret. For Cleveland this was a good choice. They needed a lot of help on the defensive side of the ball as well as the offensive side of the ball since they are an atrocious team, but defense was definitely the more pressing issue for them. According to the NFL, Cleveland allowed 142.7 rushing yards and 249.8 passing yards per game against them. Throughout Garret’s three years at A&M he had 141 tackles and 31 sacks, along with one interception. Not to mention the man is 6’5” and 271 pounds. With this big burly presence, he is sure to make an impact for the Browns defensively. After trading up to get the second pick of the draft, the Chicago Bears selected a highly controversial pick. The Bears selected quarterback Mitch Trubisky. Trubisky is a very much unproven quarterback starting only one year in college for North Carolina. After already acquiring quarterback Mike Glennon, another unproven player in an earlier trade, you would think the Bears would select a player that would fit their needs a little bit more, such as a DB for the much struggling secondary like safety Jabrill Peppers. Even if they had to go for a QB, there were much better options on the table like Deshaun Watson, the 2016 national champion, who averaged stellar numbers against one of the best defenses in all of NCAA football. On the other hand, the one year Trubisky did start he had a 68 percent completion percentage with over 3000 yards passing. If this young man can become a star player, then all the better for the Bears, but many would have liked to see the Bears use their pick a little bit more wisely. With the third pick of the draft, the San Francisco 49ers selected Solomon Thomas. With the worst run defense in the league, this is a solid pick for the 49ers. They already have stand out linebacker NaVorro Bowman, but he can’t do it by himself, so it would only make sense to get him some help. The 6’3” 273 pound D-lineman had 61 tackles and 8.5 sacks last season. He has proven he can get down and dirty in the trenches and stuff the run, which is what the 49ers really need right now. Overall the first three picks of the draft were very solid picks. With the acquisition of Garret by the Browns and Thomas by the 49ers, these are very key picks to help them win games. The Bears on the other hand left a lot to be desired for Chicago fans. Hopefully Glennon can prove himself to the rest of the league that he wasn’t a mistake as the number two draft pick.
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May 11, 2017
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Bright future for 23-13 softball team
Young blood and offensive talent gives Duhawks a ‘hunger’ for next season
by FRANK FERNANDEZ| sports writer
The Loras softball team traveled to Decorah for the Iowa Conference Tournament this past weekend. The Duhawks entered the field as the No. 6 seed and opened against the No. 3 seed Coe College Kohawks. During the regular season, the sides split a doubleheader at Faber-Clark Field. This time, it would take extra innings to see who was moving on. Loras jumped ahead early on, staking a three-run lead thanks to the bats of sophomores Megan Larson and Shannon Coyle. First-year Emily Reilly delivered a strong performance in her first postseason appearance, going six innings and giving up three earned runs in the process. Coe took advantage Despite the tough loss, head coach of Reilly’s fatigue and struck for four Ashley Winter has more than enough to runs in the bottom of the sixth, taking be happy about. The Duhawks posted the 4-3 lead. their most wins in a season (23) since Coyle did not waste any time evening the 1998 campaign. They also finished the score as she blasted a lead-off home with a team batting average of .338, run in the seventh to knot things back good enough for second in the Iowa up at 4. Loras took the lead for good in Conference. They received contributhe top of the ninth as sophomore Lau- tions from all over the roster, but it was ren Fritz delivered an RBI double to the sophomores on the team who stood score Coyle. In the out the most. Megan bottom of the inLarson led the team ning, center-fielder a .437 batting We had people stepping with Regan Wolverton average, 55 hits, and made a great catch 89 total bases. She up this year and filling and fired back to with fellow sophroles they haven’t played tied first base for the omore Ashley Lentine double play to end before so to see what for the team lead in the game. Loras home runs (six), while everybody brought gameheld on, 5-4, for Lentine also led the to-game and putting their first Iowa Conteam in runs batted in ference tournament (28). These two, along it together to see it in victory since 2011. with Lauren Fritz, will action was amazing. With the win, be huge weapons for the Duhawks now coach Winter going moved on to the into the next few seaAshley Lentine sons. semifinals and sophomore would have to face “We still have room No. 2 Central. Loras to improve for next kept it close for the season but honestly most part as Reilly worked her way out this season as a whole was one to reof several jams to keep the game score- member to say the least,” said Lentine. less. The Duhawks’ offense had their “We put all of our effort into each game opportunities to put runs on the board, and we ‘stayed hungry’ as we would albut Central’s pitching frustrated Loras’ ways say ... but we are so happy with bats all day. The Dutch broke through in how we ended this year and breaking rethe bottom of the fourth and continued cords was pretty cool, too, but we can’t to pile on runs until the mercy rule was wait until next year to get back at it.” The bats weren’t the only strong part put into effect in the sixth inning. The Duhawks’ season had come to a close of this year’s team as Reilly, sophomore Bayley Monroe, and junior Emma with an 8-0 loss to Central.
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Corkill provided strong outings on the mound. Reilly especially excelled in only her first collegiate season, she has the potential to become one of the best pitchers in the Iowa Conference if she continues to progress. She racked up 65 strikeouts in 106.2 innings and posted a 10-6 record with a 3.15 ERA. Corkill was the ‘closer’ of the staff and put together a 4-1 record with a minuscule 2.41 ERA. All three of these ladies will be integral for next season’s pitching staff. “We had people stepping up this year and filling roles they haven’t played before so see what everybody brought game to game and putting it all together to see it in action was amazing,” said Lentine. With a roster full of young talent, it is easy to forget that the Duhawks have three seniors on the roster who have made an impact on the program over the last four seasons. “Our three seniors have left a lasting legacy on the Loras softball program,” said Winters. “We will miss their fun attitudes, strong work ethic and dynamic leadership next year. Each season always brings about a new team of studentathletes with new challenges and goals. I am glad our returners had the opportunity to learn and grow under our strong senior class.” As Dani Stromert, Kat Angelini, and Cate Paulsen leave the program and move on to post-grad life, they can be happy to know that they have left it in very capable hands.
photos courtesy of JIM NAPRSTEK/LORAS COLLEGE ATHLETICS
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Track-and-field seniors recognized before home meet A big day for Duhawks as they rev up for the all-important Iowa Conference Championships by AUDREY MILLER| sports writer
In their last regular meet of the season, the track and field team did not disappoint at the Dr. Tucker Open, hosted at home last Friday, May 5. Not one but two stadium records fell to Duhawks at the meet, and despite the meet hosting the most teams it has seen in recent years, the Duhawks emerged victorious in 15 events, including a four-way sweep of the relays. “I try not to show a lot of emotion (during meets),” head coach Matt Jones said postmeet, “but I felt like tonight I was excited a lot, which is a good thing. I felt like every time I looked up at the board on the track: (personal records) and major drops from people’s times. We’re all so happy with our team. We showed up really well tonight.” Some of the more notable performances of the evening led to national qualifying times. First-year Patrick Mikel ran a time of 47.74 in the men’s 400 meter dash, placing him seventh in the national rankings. Junior Kylian Lally also claimed a spot in the national rankings, running a time of 1:50.55 in the 800 meter race, which is currently fourth in the country. Mikel and Lally then showed up in the men’s 4x400 relay along with teammates Brandon Gradoville and Shamari Scott to run the phenomenal time of 3:14.51, placing them fourth on the national qualifying list. Liz Brandenburg also claimed a seventh place position in the national rankings with a vault of 3.82 meters. Friday’s meet also marked senior recognition night for the Loras track and field team. 15 seniors were recognized on the field before the first race began. As mentioned previously, Brandenburg vault solidified her place on the national qualifying list. “She’s always been that kind of person that peaks at the right time, so I’m hoping that this is that time,” Jones said. Brandenburg is a four-time All-American, most recently tying for eighth place in the pole vault during the 2017 indoor national championships. A highlight of her career
was her incredible second place finish last season at the 2016 outdoor national championships. Brandenburg also holds the school record in the women’s pole vault. Aside Brandenburg, a few other senior pole vaulters were recognized before the meet such as David Rodgers, one of this year’s team captains, Amy Gladis, and Devan Kennedy, who won the men’s pole vault on Friday with a height of 4.46 meters. Also recognized was senior Audrey Hooks who has appeared on the national stage multiple times. Despite suffering a fracture in her arm, Hooks remained positive and did not let this accident affect her outdoor season. Anyone who knows her will know her kindness, optimism, and humility about
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her success, as well as her resilience in the face of setbacks. Senior Alexis Hanson has also had her own share of success in her track and field career. This past weekend, she ran on the 4x400 relay with a time of 3:55.04, which was recorded in the Loras record book as 10th all-time. Hanson also traveled to the national track and field championships for the 4x400 last year, breaking the outdoor 4x400 school record with a time of 3:48.27 in order to qualify. Another athlete who excels in the 400 meter race is senior Brandon Gradoville, who became an All-American his sophomore year at Loras. His speed in the 400 has also helped Loras’ 4x400 relay team become ranked at fourth in the nation, and he will hopefully add another All-American
honor to his repertoire at the 2017 outdoor national championships in Ohio. Senior distance duo Colin Ensminger and Ben Hedges have had a successful four years of cross country and track together, both participating on the national stage in cross country and sharing races together in indoor and outdoor track seasons throughout their careers. Along with these two, mid-distance phenom Nate Kimbrell has really finished strong this year in his last year of track and field. A member of both the cross country and track and field teams, Kimbrell found his niche on the track team in the 800 meter race. A surprise qualification to the 2017 indoor national championships was a highlight of his career, and he finished strong in 11th place with a time of 1:54.028, beating four people who had been ranked before him. Senior Brien Nugent, another mid-distance runner, has had his own roller coaster of a running career at Loras. A naturally gifted runner, he went through double-leg surgery and went from a wheelchair to running in three months. This feat not only demonstrates his commitment to running, but also his resilience to any challenges that come his way. At Friday’s meet, he ran a personal best in the 1500 meter race with a time of 3:57.25, breaking four minutes and giving him confidence for the conference meet this upcoming weekend, where he will run the 1500 again. Two other mid-distance seniors we recognized at the awards: Leta Jaquis and Lindsey Gidel. Both were tremendous assets to the team and will be greatly missed. Another distance runner, senior Emily Day, ran a personal best of 4:53.36 in the 1500 on Friday, breaking 5 minutes. However, the 1500 is not Day’s main race; she is a better known steeple chaser, holding the school record with a time of 11:37.05, and looking to improve upon this time in her final races of the season. Day has been a captain on the women’s cross country team and a multiple-time All-Conference and All-Region honoree in her running career at Loras. The track and field team next competes in their conference meet, hosted by Buena Vista, on May 12 and 13.
Lacrosse team relishes its best season yet by SEAN WHITLEY| sports writer
The Lacrosse team has completed their most successful season in program history. With the help of the new head coach this season, Sam Koenig, the Duhawks came out ready to make a strong showing The Duhawks went 7-10 for this season, but that also means they gained more experience and worked toward next year. The last two games the Duhawks played was the weekend of April 29th and 30th, which was also senior night. Unfortunately they didn’t come out with a win to send the seniors off with, but they came out with a fight that gave the Benedictine University Eagles a good scare. The Duhawks lost to the Eagles on Sunday to an unbelievable buzzer beater. The Eagles scored with 1-second left on the clock to give them the lead 14-15. The Duhawks scored many goals on Sunday to help bring in some new records for them. Junior Sarah Hanson finished the game with three goals which makes her be the 2nd person in Loras College history to score over 100-career points. The Duhawks also had goals made from seniors Anna Schwalbe (2-points), Hannah Nelson (1-point), and Brittany Miller (5-points), and also freshman Olivia Flynn (3-points). This gave the Duhawks a remarkable 240 points scored this season for an average of about 14 goals per game. The Duhawks are on an upward slope though with training in the offseason to get ready for next year. Coach Koenig wants the ladies to make gains to get to the next level, “This off season is going to be a way for our ladies make the strides to get our program to a new level. It all comes down to doing the little things when nobody’s watching.” Without the senior class the younger ladies are able to step up and become leaders on the team. The senior class will be missed because they helped shaped for what this program has become. Coach Koenig said, “We had a great senior class and they helped pave the way for future generations. I believe in each person in the program to step up into their shoes, but it all comes down to the hard work over the next off months.” This season has let the Duhawks grow in many ways on and off the field. Even with hitting a new record of seven wins the Duhawks have more than just that to prove for this season. Coach Koenig said, “a big highlight is the program recording seven wins. But other positives to take away from this season are developing a family culture. Starting to move the program in the direction to be competing in the postseason. The little things will get us to the next level.”
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Senior athletes who left a mark on the Iowa Conference
Women’s Track and Field Alexis Hanson
3 National Qualifier (2016 and 2017) 3 3-time All-IIAC in 4x400 relay 3 2-time All-IIAC in both 4x200 and
4x800 relays 3 All-IIAC in both 400-meter run and distance medley relay 3 Conference champion in 4x800 (2017)
Audrey Hooks 3 2-time national qualifier in hurdles 3 All-IIAC hurdler (2016 and 2017) 3 Conference champion: 100 hurdles (Outdoor-2016)
Outstanding Senior
Athletes Women’s Soccer Madie Avery 3 Second Team All-
IIAC (2015 and 2016) 3 Honorable Mention All-IIAC (2014)
Hanna Burgmeier 3 Honorable Mention All-IIAC (2014)
Maria Siebels 3 Second Team All-IIAC (2016)
Women’s Basketball
Terese McMahon 3 Honorable
Mention All-IIAC (2017)
Lori Obendorf
3 IIAC Defensive
MVP (2015, 2016 and 2017) 3 All-Region (2016 and 2017) 3 First Team All-IIAC (2016 and 2017)
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n Editor’s note: As of publication early Wednesday morning, May 10, many of the All-Conference teams have not yet been announced for 2017 spring sports. The Iowa Conference Outdoor Track Championships also have yet to be held. We regret the inconvenience for several Duhawks who are on the verge of earning accolades in the coming weeks.
Elizabeth Brandenburg n 4-time All American in pole vault n 3-time All-Region performer n All-IIAC (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017) in multiple events n 6-time IIAC champion in pole vault n 2-time IIAC champion in 100-meter hurdles
Lacrosse Hannah Nelson
3 Second Team
All-MWLC (2015)
Softball Dani Stromert
3 Second Team All-IIAC (2015, 2016, 2017)
Women’s Tennis
Women’s Volleyball Tara Blake
3 All-IIAC (2013)
Danni Kennedy 3 All-IIAC (2014-15)
Therese Schultz
3 All-IIAC (2015)
Jessica Dickhut
3 Honorable Mention All-IIAC (2015, 2017)
Integrity. Integration. Achievement. Character.
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Senior athletes who left a mark on the Iowa Conference Men’s Basketball
Football
Justin Vanwambeke
Calvin Harridge
3 All-IIAC First Team (2016) 3 All-IIAC Second Team (2017)
3 First Team
All-IIAC and d3football.com All-Region 3 Honorable Mention All-IIAC (2014 and 2015)
Bryan Hermann
Alex Bradley
3 Second
Team All-IIAC (2015) 3 Honorable Mention All-IIAC (2016)
Zach Minch Team All-IIAC (2015 and 2016)
n NSCAA All-American (2016) n NSCAA All-Region (2016, 2015, 2014) n First Team All-IIAC (2015 and 2016)
Joe Pagura
3 Honorable
Mention All-IIAC (2015 and 2016)
Jeremy Peters
Outstanding
Mention All-IIAC (2016)
Mitch Powers
Senior
3 Honorable
Mention All-IIAC (2016)
Men’s Track & Field Devan Kennedy
3 Second
3 Honorable
n Editor’s note: As of publication early Wednesday morning, May 10, many of the All-Conference teams have not yet been announced for 2017 spring sports. The Iowa Conference Outdoor Track Championships also have yet to be held. We regret the inconvenience for several Duhawks who are on the verge of earning accolades in the coming weeks.
Josh Schulte
Athletes
3 Honorable
Mention All-IIAC (2015)
Danny Willis 3 Second
Team All-IIAC (2014)
Men’s Soccer Austin Jacobi 3 Honorable
Mention All-IIAC (2014 and 2016)
Kyler Olson 3 Second Team All-IIAC (2016)
3 All-IIAC in
pole vault, heptathlon (school record) and long jump (2014)
Nathan Kimbrell 3 All-IIAC in
400-meter dash, 4x400 relay and 4x100 relay (2017 — indoor and outdoor) 3 All-Region performer and national qualifier in 4x400 (2017)
Brien Nugent 3 All-IIAC in
4x800 relay (2016) 3 All-IIAC in distance medley relay (2016-17)
Men’s Cross-Country
Nick Nemmers
3 First Team All-IIAC (2016) 3 Second Team All-IIAC (2014)
Ben Hedges 3All-IIAC (2015)
— 15th place in Iowa Conference Championships
Adam Roloff 3 First Team All-IIAC (2014)
Integrity. Integration. Achievement. Character.