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October 3, 2019 — Vol. 98, Issue 2

A SNEAK PEAK OF WHAT’S INSIDE

Respect existence or expect resistance?

Dozens of students join LEAF-organized rally to call attention to climate fears

by MIKAILAH SHEALER staff writer

LATINX HERITAGE NIGHT

Loras College highlights Latinx Heritage Month during men’s and women’s soccer showdowns

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LISTEN TO LIZZO

Get to know a little bit more about an up-and-coming hip hop artist and where the musician might be heading

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Last Friday, students joined a climate rally that was organized

by LEAF (Loras Environmental Action Forum) to draw the community’s attention to the importance of acting on the escalating global warming crisis.

Around 11:30 a.m., students, staff, and community members congregated on the corner of Loras Boulevard and Alta Vista to claim pre-made signs that they would carry around campus.

Ironically, the climate was too wet for the original plan t o m a r c h t o Wa s h i n g t o n Park, but the advocators still participated in a lively and enthusiastic after show. The L oras C ollege f ield hous e became a venue for various sp eakers, including LEAF members senior Jake Jansen, senior Cassidy Oberreuter, and junior Bob Johnson. State representatives Lindsay James and Chuck Isenhart also made an appearance and shared their support for the movement. “ Yo u ’ v e a l r e a d y h e a r d before that you need to push your politicians. You get out there and vote. But let me add one other thing; you run for

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office.” James continued her encouragement by urging young people to hold onto these values, their passion, and their vision for the future.

After the event concluded, LEAF members took a petition w i t h mu l t i p l e s i g n at u r e s t o C o n g r e s s w o m a n Ab by Finkenauer’s office on Main Street to demand her action in the crisis. They hope that the handful of pages are

Club Spotlight: Chemistry Club

Not your average science experiment involving baking soda and vinegar

by AUDREY MILLER staff writer

BENEFITS OF A BOOK

Go a little deeper and learn about how reading books not only will improve your writing but your overall self-awareness

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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Gather a group of friends together and learn which character you are most suited to play in Dungeons & Dragons

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A public safety announcement was recent ly a hot topic of conversation after Starbucks released its annually-sought-after pumpkin spice beverages. Pumpkin spice lattes have been tested by a series of independent chemical research firms and the results came back revealing high alkalinity in these annual beverages, with pH levels ranging from 13.7 to 14.2.

Beware the basicity of this beverage before you buy!

If you understood the joke in the previous paragraph—perhaps even smiling to yourself after you finally processed it—then the Loras College chemistry club is probably the place for you.

But even if you didn’t get the joke, don’t worry—clever science jokes and puns aren’t all this club is known for. Chemistry club is comprised of a fun, mutuallyscience-loving group of Duhawks who are interested in helping the community, spreading scientific knowledge, hosting fun events for the club itself, and even traveling to national chemistry conferences once a year.

“My favorite part about being

a member of the chemistry club is the opportunity to volunteer on and off campus. From the Walking Classroom at Lincoln Elementary to the Chemistry Olympics and Carnival of Chemistry on campus, the chemistry club offers us the great opportunity to give back and share science with the community,” said senior Zach Ney, current chemistry club president.

The main outreach events the chemistry club puts on includes: the Chemistry Olympics in the spring and the Walking Classroom all year long. Loras’ annual Chemistry Olympics is one of the biggest events the club puts on. It is a day for local high schoolers to come to campus and compete in various laboratory events.

The most accurate answers win each event, and at the end of the day, one school brings home a trophy. This is a great opportunity for prospective students to glimpse a fun side of chemistry while also receiving a first-hand look at Loras’ chemistry department.

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enough to grab the attention of sur rounding are as and direct more attention to the issue. Most importantly, their ambition has the potential to influence more young people to take action and create a better future for themselves.

Despite being a small college, the strike resulted in an impressive turnout and it sparked hope among the community leaders, gathering

people from different cultures, religious backgrounds, and political affiliations. Although this was a success, there’s still a long way to go; time and participation are of upmost importance and while we gain supporters, we lose precious minutes.

For questions about LEAF, contact Oberreuter at Cassidy.

O b er reuter@loras.e du, or Jansen at Jake.Jansen@loras.edu.

Skating into Dubuque Women who want to empower young females pick up a male-dominated sport

by XAVIER SANCHEZ staff writer

Late at night seems like the best time to be awake, tired thoughts in the form of overthinking or motivation can occasionally sprout big ideas. For Izzy Mejia, of Dubuque, one March morning changed all the rest, as she thought up SheSkates.

Mejia was only a week into her skateboarding journey when the SheSkates idea w as b or n . She ha d b e e n longboarding for the past eight years and had visited many skate parks, which allowed her to notice a trend.

She realized there was a lack of women/girls at any park she visited. She shared her idea with Maria Moghadam, an old co-worker, saying she wanted to create a way to teach young girls how to skateboard. With both Mejia and Moghadam excited about their project, progress was underway.

Maria Maghadam began as a research and logistics helper, but soon after getting

SheSkates off the ground, she took on a new role as cofounder. “[Mejia] asked me to join her as co-founder and I of course said yes. We work really well together and I can’t imagine doing t his with anyone else,” states Maghadam.

Skateboarding is a maledominated sport and has been since it became a popular sport. SheSkates sets out to change the image of the sport by teaching young girls not only how to skate, but also how to make friends and gain confidence. As the founder, Mejia loves being able to open those opportunities through her program.

“SheSkates means the world to me to say the least. It’s been nothing but amazing watching the girls get a trick that they’ve worked so hard on. I hope it not only builds the girls confidence in the skatepark but out of it as well,” Mejia comments. continued on Page 2

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SheSkates classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Flora Park through the City of Dubuque Leisure Department. The duo is looking at becoming independent in order to extend the classes into the winter season. By bringing them to OllieWood Action Sports, an indoor skatepark owned by Dubuque’s Casey Hinderman, their practice can be year-round.

Mejia and Maghadam are excited for the future of SheSkates. Maghadam said she would love to explore one-on-one classes to accompany age and skill level. She also m e nt i on e d h e r goal in providing equipment to I hope it not re m ov e m on e y only builds a s a b ar r i e r t o success. But most the girls importantly confidence in both want the the skatepark m o v e m e n t t o but out of spread. it as well.

“The major Izzy Mejia dream would be to be able to bring Co-Founder of SheSkates a program like this to other cities so that girls all over can benefit from this type of program,” said Maghadam.

“Most importantly, I see it helping girls who need it most. Girls who need that bigsister figure but don’t have it, girls that need someone there to release some energy,” Mejia agreed.

For more updates about the SheSkates program, visit the SheSkates Dubuque page on Facebook. the girls get a trick that they’ve worked so hard on. I hope it not only builds the girls confidence in the skatepark but out of it as well.”, Mejia comments.

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Completed in July 2019, the Flora Skate Park is the newest edition to Flora Park in Dubuque. SheSkates program hosts classes at Flora Park through the City of Dubuque Leisure Department.

SheSkates classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Flora Park through the City of Dubuque Leisure Department.

The duo is looking at becoming independent in order to extend the classes into the winter season. By bringing them to OllieWood Action Sports, an indoor skatepark owned by Dubuque’s Casey Hinderman, their practice

can be year-round.

Mejia and Maghadam are excited for the future of SheSkates. Maghadam said she would love to explore oneon-one classes to accompany age and skill level. She also mentioned her goal in providing equipment to remove money as a barrier to success. But most importantly both want the movement to spread.

“The major dream would be to be able to

bring a program like this to other cities so that girls all over can benefit from this type of program.”, said Maghadam.

“Most importantly, I see it helping girls who need it most. Girls who need that big sister figure but don’t have it, girls that need someone there to release some energy.”, Mejia agreed.

For more updates about the SheSkates program, visit the SheSkates Dubuque page on Facebook.

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‘A Peace of my Mind’ exhibit again returns to campus

by DARBY CALLAHAN staff writer

Peace activist John Noltner returned to the Loras c om mu n it y for t he t h i rd time to share “A Peace of My Mind,” an exhibit consisting of hundreds of long biographies.

He searches from town to town for interesting historical stories to share with the rest of the world.

“It is my job to see good in the world, where others may not see it.” said Noltner.

For each story, he provides a memorable quote and picture; but most importantly he takes insight from ordinary people to fuel his movement toward a common good, or “world peace.”

Nolt ner has complete d several different projects, including a state-wide focus and an American Stories series.

His current project includes international stories, which he admitted would be the most challenging biography. The hardest part of this project is the language barrier, but Noltner is confident he will be successful through the help of interpreters.

“We say we want peace, but we are not good at making it,” Noltner stated regarding the issue.

He discussed the hypocrisy of telling others to stop arguing

with one another even though they, too, argue with others.

Noltner considers hypocrisy to be an important problem in society. If people want peace, people have to also work for it. “ There is a dis conne c t between what we say we value and what we actually value,” Noltner declared.

There is a beloved community in ever y area that he visits, which is what motivates him to search for t h e s e c omp e l l i n g p e op l e and their captivating stories.

He expresses his concern through inter viewing and focuses on connecting with his

by ROSE GOTTSCHALK executive copy editor

In 1973, The University of Iowa started a program called The Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP), with the intention of fighting the use of gender and sex as weapons of oppression.

Since the ’70s, activists have worked to bring awareness to this issue and stop sexual violence before it begins. RVAP also provides services to people directly and indirectly affected by sexual violence.

According to the website, sexual violence can be defined as “…any sexual act committed against someone without that person’s freely given consent. This includes but is not limited to rape, sexual assault,

interviewee’s in order to truly capture the story’s essence.

“What does peace mean to you?” Noltner asked the Loras participants.

To him, peace means making sure everyone has the resources they need. Peace is is conveyed through Noltner’s work, both by exhibits and the short stories that he gathers at each talk about peace. “A Peace of My Mind” has proved a success, with over 5,000 short stories collected over the course of the project.

He talked about a woman by the name of JoAnn Bland who marched for civil rights at the

age of 11. Her story shares her frustration about society not being where it should be in America.

“One day we will be alright, but I want it to be right now,” she pleaded.

Peace is coming to America, but society needs to work together as a community to create that peace. The most prominent message Noltner communicated was to face things head on. Society can not just look at things from the distance; America must work together as a community and face injustices to create a world of peace.

stalking, harassment, sexual exploitation, etc.”

Anyone can fall victim to this; it’s not exclusive to a specific gender or race. It’s important to know this information because both women and men are likely victims of assault/harassment during their college years.

According to a Campus Climate Survey Validation Study completed in 2016, during the first three months of college, people – especially underclassmen – are at a high risk of being victim to sexual violence.

Most perpetrators use alcohol as a weapon against their victim, and in college there is an increase in alcohol consumption among first-years.

This is not meant to cause fear, but to bring awareness. Although only a perpetrator can prevent assault, being aware of one’s surroundings can be useful. Use the buddy system to keep friends safe, and be vigilant on those nights out. Prevention starts with a commitment from everyone to respect each other and not cause harm.

There is no tolerance for this kind of activity.

Although RVAP is not based out of Dubuque, members of the organization are available for counseling and will work to provide anyone the help that they need.

The Loras College counseling center is also a great resource.

All this information can be found on rvap.uiowa.edu.

Craft Night looks as though it could become another habit-forming activity staff writer

This past Friday, Sept. 27, from 7-9 p.m., CAB held Craft Night in the Pub. Although the weather was rainy and cold, that did not stop the 200 students that showed up to the event.

The pub was overflowing with students and faculty members, all eager to make crafts and catch up with people they had not seen for a while.

Those who attended had the

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46 years after its founding, Rape Victim Advocacy Program still going strong

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choice of decorating treestump coasters, a mason jar, or painting on a canvas. There were plenty of supplies and many students were able to make more than one craft.

Since the event was until 9 p.m., the pub stayed open later, allowing students to order food and eat either before, during, or after they made crafts.

Music was playing through the entirety of the event, setting a bright and cheery mood for all of those attending.

“Thanks to everyone who

came out to our event; we hope you had a fun time at fall craft night. We hope to see more smiling faces at our events,” junior Cora Schefchik concluded the eventful night.

This coming Friday, Oct. 4, from 4-9:30 p.m., CAB has reserved 12 “escape rooms” for people to tr y escaping from. With up to 10 people per room and three different levels of difficulty, Schefchik advertises the advantage of k now ing e ver yone in t he room.

“Since you have rented the rooms, no one who signs up will be placed with strangers,” clarified Schefchik.

Eve r y t h i ng i s f re e an d accessible to ever yone.

However, those attending need to find their own transportation to the escape room. The event will be open to about 120 students, so get your tickets early!

Homecoming is a week away. Stay tuned for more information on CAB events that will occur next week.

A few years ago, the Lincoln after-school program began working with a working with a Loras Honors Program group to bring a nationally-recognized “Walking Classroom” program to Lincoln. It has been a great success with both Loras students and the Lincoln students they get to work with, and the club has been happy to continue the tradition. Both “The Walking Classroom” and the Chemistry Olympics are great outreach opportunities that would look good on anyone’s resume, from education majors to STEM majors.

Other than outreach, the chemistry club also focuses on club inclusivity and social events. There are generally a few “chemistry socials” per semester than include everything from science pictionary, ultimate spoons, and creating ice cream with liquid nitrogen. At the beginning of the academic year, the club hosts an annual barbecue complete with yard games and Dr. Oostendorp at the grill. At the end of the academic year, the club participates in an end-of-the-year pool party and cookout at Dr. O’s house. Both are fun events and historically have had great attendance; who doesn’t want free food?

Juniors and seniors in the club also get to attend the national spring American Chemical Society (ACS) meeting, where they can listen to research talks, attend a graduate school fair, meet other chemists, and present their own research posters.

Last year, the spring ACS meeting was held in Orlando, FL. This year, the spring meeting will be held in Philadelphia, PA. The national meetings are one of the most exciting events the chemistry club upperclassmen look forward to each year, and often result in close friendships.

“The chemistry club is very inclusive, w it h t he d e s i re to m a ke cl o s e k n it friendships. [It] showed me that, even though science classes can be challenging and require many outside-of-class hours to complete assignments, we still know that having fun and socializing is an important part of college. Through the chemistry program, I have made some of my best friends, and I would not change it for the world,” said senior Keighley Lipetzky, another club officer.

So why does this club have such a happy community? Well, the answer is quite simple: the optimist sees the glass half-full; the pessimist sees the glass half-empty; and the chemist sees the glass completely full — half in the liquid state, half in the vapor state. What other club on campus can claim the same sanguinity?

“The chemistry club helps to form a strong sense of community for all its memb ers, and community is one of the most important things at Loras. So, whenever I see another club member in the Science Hall — or just walking through campus—I make sure to say hi,” said senior Sarah Krieger, event planning officer for the club.

Joi n i ng L or as’ che m ist r y club is easy — just send an email to junior communications officer Kylie Holubar (Kylie.Holubar@loras.edu) and she will add you to the club email list.

This club can be as high-commitment or as low-commitment as you want it to be — attend as many meetings, volunteer opportunities, or events as you want to fit into your schedule. You can also show additional support to the chemistry club and science department by following them on Instagram (@lorascollegechemistry) and Facebook (Loras College Chemistry Department). * F i n a l l y, t h e a u t h o r w o u l d l i k e to apologize for not adding more chemistry puns to this article; unfortunately, she can only come up with good ones periodically.

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Young people’s Vote rates from the past quarter-century, according to an estimate by the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement at Tufts University.”

Young people have the right to know what is happening in their government, but if they do not get out and vote, they

by DARBY CALLAHAN should not be staff writer shocked when oung people need to get more something involved in what is going on they are against in the government. They are passes legislation. the past, present and future of our Young people in great nation. The government makes political office are laws and regulations that we all must also a crucial thing follow; therefore, young people should that needs to be increased. We need to be involved in the government and open our eyes and see that congress is election processes. still a majority of elderly white men.

Young voters are any voters between We need to add new voices, from both the ages of 18 and 29. Young voters are political parties, in order to create crucial in elections and further policies that as, essentially, accurately represent a It is the youth the future is in majority of Americans and their hands. In who must bring what America wants to see 2018 midterms, peace to our world in policy changes.

“Preliminary results rather than hate; Young people should from ABC exit polls they are our future focus on the government, suggest that voters negotiators, military as they are the people who ages 18-29 will commanders, will hold office in the near make up 13 percent nurses, doctors, future. We need young of the overall people as a new voice: the representatives, electorate in this voice that will advocate year’s midterms, up governors and to change damaging laws. from 11 percent in presidents.

Furthermore, we need 2014,” states The young people to call a Atlantic. According state convention in order to an article by U.S. News, titled to bring constitutional amendment “Young Voters Turned Out in Historic proposals to votes.

Essentially, we need Numbers Early Estimates Show,” it is young people to get things done in stated that “31 percent of the voters Washington, D.C, and to participate in aged 18 to 29 cast ballots in the 2018, protests and rallies when they see their midterm elections, shattering turnout

The importance of young adults participating in elections seems to be growing by the minute

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civil rights abused by the government.

It is the youth who must bring peace to our world rather than hate; they are our future negotiators, military commanders, nurses, doctors, congressional representatives, governors, and presidents. Thus, we need them to understand how the government works in order to pursue a better one.

Our government is an important asset to our nation, especially because we have a multi-billiondollar debt that young people will inherit if nothing is done. Young people cannot just sit down anymore and let older adults handle things. Young people need to get out and vote, write to congresspeople and voice their opinion, good or bad, of government.

Why are young people staying away from politics? Because they do not understand the potential outcomes that government officials can bring about because of the policies and regulations they are advocating for. I think that, more and more, young people are getting involved, but too many are also staying home on election day because they simply do not care about politics.

Voting on election day should not be about politics, it should be about voicing opinion and performing one’s civic duty as a United States citizen.

Therefore, I urge young people to get out there and vote in November of 2020 or even November of 2019 (if your city or school has elections that day.)

Dungeons & Dragons

by JOSH VOGT

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arbarian: The aggressive, overly protective type. You are a naturally strong person who doesn’t put much effort into practicing or improving their physical health, and instead just sort of looks good.

Bard: The life of the party, master of many things but expert in very few. You make lots of friends but have relatively few close ones. You do your best to lift others up and help them succeed.

Cleric: You are a naturally maternal/ paternal individual, taking care of people around you purely because you want to.

You are also a force to be reckoned with when upset. You are focused, and a very religious/spiritual person who believes in a higher calling.

Druid: You are connected to the natural world around you, preferring to be outdoors more often than not, and are happiest when surrounded by animals.

You are adaptable to the different scenarios you find yourself in, though you often avoid big cities or other large places full of people.

Fighter: You are a very disciplined, athletic person who puts a lot of stock in the idea that practice makes perfect.

You work hard at what you do, and you do everything with extreme efficiency, even if it means you miss out on social interactions. You will take the flak for something someone else did, simply because you think you can handle it.

Monk: You are more clear-headed and centered than most people, and things don’t typically concern you as much as they do others. You are all about the fastest way to get something done, and it doesn’t bother you if it blows up in your face. You live in the moment and don’t let things get you down.

The Electoral College and Reform

Why reform looks more and more necessary to improve U.S. democracy

by CONOR KELLY

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n recent years, the role of the Electoral College has become an intense and partisan issue, with many arguing for their side’s stance with little to no desire to hear the opposing point of view. As a result, any argument for reform or change to the current Electoral College system is seen as either a leftist position or a conservative position, stirring up tribal sentiments and allowing for greater partisan hackery that does nothing for anyone.

Still, incremental change and reform are necessary for the Electoral College, and unless we do something about it, the system will remain a point of political contention and our Republic will suffer as a result.

Whenever someone discusses either removing or changing the Electoral College, critics will inevitably point out that the Electoral College prevents smaller, rural states from being dwarfed by the bigger cities when it comes to voting power. If the Electoral College were to be removed, the Presidential election would be dominated by the big cities. This

idea is, at best, false and numerically improbable. If you look at the population data for the 10 biggest cities in the United States for 2015, their collective populations add up to only 25.7 million people and for the 11th city, Austin, the population is below a million.

At that same time, there were approximately 321.4 million people living in America, meaning that the top ten cities in 2015 only counted for about 8 percent of the entire U.S. population.

There is no guarantee that every person in these cities would vote in every election either, further lowering the influence of the cities by an even greater margin. A popular vote — as unlikely as it may be to exist in the American system — would not mean cities would be the only places that matter to winning an election.

The Senate already addresses the population issue, and as such, the Electoral College is a failed redundancy that flies in the face of the popular will.

Others make the argument that the Electoral College protects smaller states, but this is also absurd. In 2016, twothirds of all 399 Presidential campaign events were in just six states. These states were Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia and Michigan. The two smallest states, Wyoming and Vermont, received no

visits at all, and most of the country principle, we are not guaranteed the had little to no campaign events in measure we intend to enact. The Electoral their state. If the Electoral College is College has been in America for centuries meant to protect small states, it’s doing — since the Constitution was ratified in a terrible job at it. In 2016, 94 percent 1789 — and to remove it would require of presidential campaign events were in a constitutional amendment. Such an just 12 states, which prompted former amendment would require either a twoWisconsin Governor thirds majority vote Scott Walker to exclaim: in the House and the “The nation as a whole Senate or a Convention Incremental change is not going to elect the of states called by twoand reform are president. Twelve states thirds of the states. The necessary for the are.” These states, like partisan atmosphere of Electoral College most of the country, American politics today had no connection to makes such an effort and unless we do the presidency or the impossible. The only something about candidates running path forward is not on it, the system will to hold office in it, the national level, as the remain a point of alienating them from federal government will political contention their eventual president. do nothing for us here. and our republic will Furthermore, if you live The best path in a heavily partisan forward is on the state suffer as a result. state like California, level. As established in which only received Ray vs. Blair (1952), one presidential event, states have the right you are not only disconnected from to compel electors to vote according the presidential election, but you could to their state’s popular vote, with plausibly see your vote as useless if you criminal repercussions if they do not. are on the “other” side. In 2012, 4.2 Indeed, 29 states and the District of million people voted for Mitt Romney, Columbia already do require it from yet all 55 of the state’s electoral votes their electors, while 21 states have no went to Barrack Obama. The simple such requirements. States are the key. reality is that the voices of millions of Although this is not an exact popular Americans are either not heard or heard vote, it still allows for a fairer and more and then disregarded at the expense of a balanced election, allowing for electors false sense of protection for small states to be split according to the popular who are themselves neglected. opinions of each state’s electorate. Thus, That said, I am not in favor of a popular the people will truly be permitted to vote vote as it will likely never come to pass. for their president and, with luck, will be The political reality is that no matter able to find more faith in their system of how much we may want something on government.

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Political Debate: Tariffs

Alternate view

Democratic view

by TYLER FAHEY

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e’ve seen in the news over the course of the last two years that China-US Trade has come to an all-time low in terms of international relations. However, many economists are divided on what outcome will occur within the American economy—let alone the world economy—as a result of the trade war. A top diplomat for China at the United Nations suggested that the heightened tariffs on China-U.S. trade will backfire and lead to a recession.

But, the evidence does suggest that China has taken advantage of our intellectual property. I’ve heard a few people tell me, “the economy is doing great,” “my 401k is looking great right now,” and other things. However, you have to pay attention to what these people are saying, right now—what about in the next year or two? Is your perspective so short-sighted that you will eventually have to change your investment because you neglected to look into future projections?

Everything can be fine and dandy right now, but just be aware of what your 401k will look like in five to ten years. If you aren’t worried about that, you should consider being worried now. I’ve talked to people, specifically two people who are day traders, who are also projecting a recession in the next year.

The traditional stock they have been investing in, such as Pepsico (PEP) and Coca Cola (KO), are doing so well that it’s too risky to take them seriously.

These traders also said that they are paying close attention to their stocks because President Trump constantly tweets about topics that affect the stock market and these are hindering its progress.

The problem is that now the current administration is relaxing regulations and lowering taxes because of the tariffs. However, does anyone appreciate history? Didn’t we just rebound from a recession?

Was anybody alive between 2006 and 2010? In a free-market economy, you have to have regulations; if you let the market run wild, with no oversight, what happens is what happened with

the banks in 2006 through 2008. Banks claimed, “we are going to self-regulate,” when, in reality, they needed more regulations because they didn’t selfregulate at all. History is important and if you aren’t paying attention to these historical patterns and trends, you’re doomed to repeat the same cycle over and over again.

The thing I’ve found is that Ireland can have a low corporate tax rate because their economy is not near the size of the U.S. The U.S. has a broad economy, the now 2nd largest in the world. Ireland’s economy isn’t even in the top twenty, so it would make sense why Dublin is looking like Silicon Valley, because it works for them demographically and statistically. But, in the U.S., if we had a corporate tax rate of 12.5%, like that of Ireland, we would be repeating history. This has nothing to do with CEOs making too much money, it has to do with not comparing “apples to oranges.”

We can see that some countries are benefiting from the trade war. Vietnam and India are benefiting, among other nations. But, what’s concerning the people on Wall Street, who make these projections, is that by getting no trade deal and leaving this uncertainty, it could backfire on the future projections.

PBS reported that the United States and China were at 90% agreement in recent trade talks, but China is backing out and “nagging” the U.S. about different concessions which President Trump is not going to make. China’s new strategy I suspect is to wait to see the outcome of the 2020 election—as in, if Trump wins, a deal will have to be made.

What Trump voters should also consider when reflecting on him is how the economy is doing in reality, not just what partisan news is professing to them. Look into the facts, look at the data, project the data, and do the quantitative math.

If you can’t do that and are so serious about the economy doing well right now, your ignorance for not looking into the facts and long-term projections is hindering the success of the American economy and, in fact, the world economy.

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n 2017, President Donald Trump remarked on the state of U.S. trade, stating, “We lose $800 billion a year on trade, every year.” Trump’s claim is far from the truth. I identify as a Constitutionalist, meaning, I believe our country was founded on JudeoChristian values, (i.e. constitution & bill of rights), and that we should hold onto such values to the best of our ability as we create laws and exercise political authority. Ultimately, my Constitutionalist position puts me on the conservative side of most political issues. However, on tariffs, I take a more moderate view: tariffs are generally a poor economic policy.

Trade deficits—how much more import cost exceeds export value— don’t equate to a bad economy. In some political instances, I agree with Trump’s conservative efforts; yet, tariffs aren’t one of them. The Trump administration has painted an unrealistic picture of why tariffs are good. Their narrative explains that at one point we had good industry in the U.S., however, that industry has since moved away to foreign suppliers. The remedy to this, in Trump’s view, is tariffs. Trump’s tariff narrative is wrong for a couple of reasons, which I will explain.

The first issue with Trump’s narrative on tariffs is his understanding of what “industry” means. For instance, when manufacturers (and manufacturing jobs) are outsourced to other countries it appears to the public like the U.S. is losing. However, this isn’t necessarily true, as industry is more than what Trump and others might imagine it to be: men working in a factory or a quarry. U.S. industry is far more developed now. For instance, technology and healthcare, more developed industries, are two of the biggest contributors to the U.S. economy. According to the CIA, “The US has the most technologically powerful economy in the world, with a per capita GDP of $59,500.

US firms are at or near the forefront in technological advances, especially in computers, pharmaceuticals, and medical, aerospace, and military equipment.” Furthermore, in 2018, the U.S. healthcare industry accounted for 17.8% of U.S. GDP, according to Statista. The U.S.’s developed industries, healthcare and technology, reveal that industry has evolved, and isn’t simply the out-dated narrative that the Trump administration created.

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The U.S. isn’t losing through its loss of manufacturing jobs. Would you rather work in manufacturing or the healthcare industry? I’d imagine most would choose healthcare over manufacturing, which testifies to the superiority of these industries in comparison.

The Trump administration argues that high trade deficits weaken a country’s economy. However, there are many examples of countries with trade surpluses—the amount by which export value exceeds import cost— with poor economies. In contrast, there are examples of countries with trade deficits and good economies.

For instance, according to Trading Economics, in 2018, Iran had a large trade surplus of 12.983 billion USD; however, in 2017, Iran had a total unemployment rate of 12.1%, according to the World Bank. Does Iran’s economy sound like something you’d like? Not me. Even with such a high unemployment rate, Iran still has a large trade surplus, revealing that a trade surplus doesn’t necessarily equal a strong economy. Continuing, the four largest trade deficits by countries, in order from highest deficit to lowest, are the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Canada, according to the CIA. Do these countries seem to have weak economies even with such high trade deficits? No, they don’t, because there is no correlation between trade deficits and bad economies, thus, defeating Trump’s argument that a trade surplus will bring economic prosperity.

Lastly, I’d like to mention how exactly a tariff will affect a country’s economy. When a tariff is placed on the import of a certain product, it hurts everyone except the people working for said product. For instance, say a tariff is enacted on cereal, this will increase the demand for local cereal providers, yet, at the same time this will also increase the cost of cereal and it will decrease the demand for foreign suppliers. Thus, this tariff negatively affects everyone except those working domestically for the cereal business.

Furthermore, enacting tariffs may result in a tariff war, which is when countries respond to tariffs put on their exports by also enacting tariffs on their imports. This back-and-forth tariff war is extremely detrimental to both countries’ economies. Through free-trade agreements, countries avoid the risk of tariffs wars and the negative effects of tariffs.

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11 ways to stay sane during first semester

by CELIA BALDERSTON staff writer

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With midterms approaching at an alarming rate, school can seem daunting and stressful. If you would like to learn about some ways have fun and fairly stressfree semester, there are 11 ways to do that below.

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Get at Least 8-9 Hours of Sleep a Day No matter who you go to, you will be told that getting enough sleep is one of the biggest factors to your health. According to Anne Harding from Health. com, “While you’re sleeping, the body repairs damaged tissue, produces crucial hormones, and strengthens memories—a process called consolidation.” Among memory consolidation and many other healing processes, your body “[regulates] hormone levels, insulin levels, [and] your blood pressure is being kept under control.”

Exercise for a Minimum of 30 minutes a Day Whether it’s walking to work and/or school, spending some time at the gym, or going to a workout class, taking time out of your day to exercise can be very beneficial to your health. Instead of snoozing your alarm in the morning, try going to bed at a decent time and getting up a little bit earlier to go for a morning jog or walk.

Eat a Balanced and Nutritious Diet In college, it is often hard to find the money and time to go grocery shopping.

While fresh produce is more expensive, spending the extra few dollars is worth it in the long run. According to Shereen Lehman, MS, “Science suggests that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is associated with having a healthier heart, a lower risk of cancer, better brain function, and longer life.” Protein and a balanced diet greatly affect your current and long-term health. The recommended fruit and vegetable servings for one day is a ½-1 cup. To hold yourself accountable, make sure you have healthy snacks. You are less likely to eat out and spend money if you have fruits and vegetables set aside to snack on. Skip the latenight Taco Bell runs; your stomach and bank account will thank you for it!

Avoid Snacking and Binge Eating or Skipping Meals When stressed, it is very easy to skip meals. “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” It sets you up for a healthy and productive day. According to the journal The Health Site, skipping meals “changes your blood sugar levels, affects your mood and concentration, alters your metabolism, increases your risk of dia1betes, lowers your nutritional intake, affects your blood pressure, [and] causes indigestion problems.” If these reasons are not enough to change your diet, look at the countless number of saturated fats and trans fats in fast foods and snack foods from food chains. When you are running late, grab an apple and make some toast, don’t skip your meal.

Practice Good Health Hygiene As repetitive as this may sound, in the fall, germs are on the loose and good health hygiene is a sound way to prevent getting sick. On college campus’ where students are in small confined spaces, it can be very easy to catch what is going

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around. With beautiful fall leaves and crisp air, common colds and the flu are likely to circulate. To prevent yourself from catching a cold or illness, cough and sneeze into a tissue or your arm and wash your hands for 20 seconds under warm water after going outside, eating, sneezing, coughing, or going to the bathroom.

Know Your Symptoms Since it is cold and flu season, own how you feel. Do not dismiss feeling sick if you have symptoms of a cold. By avoiding seeing a doctor, you may be putting yourself and others at risk of becoming sick. If you feel like you might be catching some sort of cold, stop by the health center. It is completely free!

Avoid Binge Drinking and Smoking In college, many students are exposed to different kinds of alcohol and drugs.

While many Duhawks are over 21-years-old, that does not diminish the risks that come with those pastimes. If you decide to drink or smoke, do not binge these substances. While using them in the first place is not beneficial to health, excess use will cause long-term health issues along with temporary problems. Be careful, Duhawks!

Listen to Music Talking time out of your day to listen to your favorite artist can work wonders for your mood and long-term health. Studies show that music (that one likes) can work to improve one’s overall mood. So, next time you are feeling stressed, turn on your favorite album, whether it be the Beach Boys, Post Malone, or Green Day! Practice Good Stress-Coping College is very stressful. Sometimes, you need to take a minute to gain your bearings and keep yourself collected. If you feel your heart beating a little faster, try some simple breathing methods. Coping methods are shown to improve anxiety and your overall mood, so relax and take a deep breath!

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Spelling Ind ifferent

by AMBER HAMM staff writer

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All my life I’ve been a terrible speller.

I can’t help it, my brain sometimes doesn’t spell words correctly.

My brain flips all the letters in the word around making a new word that’s wrong.

Sometimes I even spell the word wrong, wrong.

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I’ll spell it w-o-r-n-g; in my brain I don’t think that’s wrong.

One time I was taking an environmental course and I had a big vocab list of environmental words like, photosynthesis, and chlorophyll.

I took the exam and the teacher marked all the words I misspelled all wrong.

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With growing tides of hot and cold I can feel her reaching for help She blows me over with her cries And curses me for her decay

I got a tutor.

I heard Ishmael’s voice from a soundproof room

One day the tutor noticed I’d miss spelled environmental,

Hang Out with Your Friends As college students, especially those at Loras College, we tend to overcommit to activities and schoolwork. While schoolwork and activities you are involved with come first, you should make sure you have time for yourself. Also, make sure you are healthy and happy. You need to make sure you are socializing and frequently catching up with friends. As humans, we are social creatures. Make sure you take as many opportunities, within reason, to spend time with those you love. Next time you are invited to go spend time with people, say yes.

It crept through my skin and told me to move

I flipped the o and r around.

He said success is a group effort rooted in reform

I looked long and hard at the word,

I told him I was hopeless

Explore the Area Around You For many of us, this campus is new and this is a new city. If you have free time, invite friends and go exploring, you never know what you might discover! There are many landmarks, trails, and recreational areas in the Tri-State area. Go try something new!

Then I did with another word deforestation.

I broke it into words I knew.

“Envy-ron-mental,” I said, “I envy Ron because he’s mental.”

My tutor and I laughed.

I said, “So we are becoming a de-forest-nation?”

Then I had a hard time spelling technology.

I broke it up into tech-no-ology, or “The tech has no logic.”

Listenin’ to Lizzo: A Music Review

Ever sense I started to break big words down into words I knew.

I don’t spell wrong; I spell different.

Hopeless, maybe, but not helpless So I thought up some self-esteem and went in headfirst And soon I had exposed my Taker to my inner Leaver Boy, was she angry I sat in between them until we reached a compromise Taker would listen to Leaver Leaver would teach Taker her ways And I awoke with a clarity that can only be found in a dream

by CELIA BALDERSTON staff writer

For the past year and a half, Melissa Jefferson, A.K.A. Lizzo, has been hiding in the shadows. Around April this past year, Netflix released the new feature movie Someone Great. Since Netflix is such a huge streaming platform, it took a matter of days before the spotlight landed on Modern Hip-hop and R&B star Lizzo, shining on her older single “Truth Hurts.”

This past May, Lizzo completed the album that includes “Truth Hurts” and has been releasing music videos non-stop. Her single is currently the highest song on Billboards “‘Top 100’ chart, has been for the past 4 weeks,” and has been in the ‘top 100 for the past 20 weeks’” (Billboard). The album she released in May, Cuz I Love You, is dubbed the main reason her song became so popular. Along with the album Cuz I love You, Lizzo has released one EP, Coconut Oil. This EP was released prior to her newest album in 2016 and contains six songs. Lizzo has also released six singles, two of which have been put on Cuz I Love You. The album Cuz I love You has 14 songs and has a running time of 42 minutes. You can find her under the pop genre of Apple Music and Spotify. Her newer album Cuz I love You, is an anthem for anyone who is going through or has been through a breakup from someone close to them. The album starts with “Cuz I Love You,” a song about heartbreak and longing and quickly shifts into “Like a Girl” a woman-power fueled song that encourages listeners to be themselves and achieve what they set their minds to.

This powerful and confident tone continues throughout the next two songs “Juice” and “Soulmate.” In “Jerome,” the following song on the album, Lizzo relates to most listeners by singing about relationships with exes; you can feel the pain and disappointment that is conveyed to the man she is singing about. Her next song, “Crybaby” is about the broken trust and pain that occurs during a breakup. To switch listeners back into more of a confident and amatory mood, Lizzo follows up with the upbeat song “Tempo” featuring Missy Elliot. To keep the mood high, she has the song “Exactly How I Feel,” featuring Gucci Mane, another upbeat anthem that talks about empowerment and moving away from pain. The next three songs, “Better in Color,” “Heaven Help Me,” and “Lingerie” continue with a confident and free tone. Her second to last song, “Truth Hurts” is about seeing the truth in every situation, specifically when trying to find love; it may not always be easy to find, but listeners are encouraged to dust themselves’ off and move on.

To finish off an amazing album, Lizzo has another confidence-filled anthem about

loving yourself and being free from the burdens of others.

Lizzo has been highly praised within the music industry. If you are not a huge fan of R&B, Lizzo also adds elements of rap and pop to her songs. She appeals to all sorts of genres within her music, resulting in her popularity. If you have some free time this weekend, give her a listen.

by HARRIET SIEGRIST staff writer

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Tips with Trish: Be Present “adulting” are kind of overwhelming me.

Isn’t this supposed to be the “best time of my life?” I am so busy and in need of some tips to help me slow down because I feel like I’m on auto pilot and can’t relax to enjoy much of anything.

Signed, Need to slow down Trish says:

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.

by TRISH BORELLI Director of the Counseling Center

Dear Trish,

I love being in college and independent but all of the other things that come with

Isn’t it funny (or sad) how we look so forward to certain things in our life and the future arrives, we can’t really enjoy it? You, like many of us, are so busy thinking ahead that we have trouble enjoying the present.

Being present in the moment is the only time there is literally no time at all. Neither past nor future since being fully present means having your attention and focus only on the task at hand or the things around you.

One of my favorite ways to be in the moment is by sitting in my office with my eyes closed for a few minutes during the day; just me, my senses and the space around me. If my window is open, I listen to the birds outside or very possibly the sounds of the construction workers attending to the wall between me and the AWC. I take in the smell of oils coming from the nearby Zen Den or even the café if it’s the day they

are making brownies. Brownies sometimes allows my mind to reflect back on growing up with my mom in the kitchen. When I bring myself back I think about how the chair feels below me and if I have my shoes off, I touch the floor under my feet. If I get the chance, sometimes I’ll sneak outside for a few minutes around lunch. You may even see me sitting by the grotto near the Rock Bowl. I like to hear the sounds of the soccer players running across the field while feeling the warmth of sun on my face. This time is also perfect for me to meditate or say a quick prayer. I like to think about all of the other people before me that may have sat in the very same spot.

Being present takes skill and practice. In this fast paced society, just being mindful of what is going on inside your body and around you sometimes takes work. You have to be intentional about it but I think the benefits may surprise you. And if your head feels like it needs to be occupied after a few minutes of the quiet, try thinking of a few things that you are grateful for. It’s a great exercise in creating joy.

Remember last week’s article by Rose Gottschalk about breathing? If you missed it, check it out. She gives lots of good ideas on

why it is important to make sure you stop and “just breathe”. Deep breathing gives needed oxygen to your brain and helps your heart from racing.

If you believe to have tried some of these tips but still struggle with being in the moment, consider interaction with at least one of the many great opportunities happening around campus. Duhawks Connect is a group that meets on Wednesdays during common time in the back of the CEL office in the ACC. We practice some mindfulness exercises before check in and accommodation of a space allowing people to connect. There are also meditations going on in the Interfaith Prayer Space on 5th floor at different times during the week and yoga through intramurals.

Check out the Life at Loras App for the activities time and dates. You might also consider scheduling an Adoration which can bring some much needed peace during a chaotic week. If these don’t fit into your schedule, just take a walk outside on one of these perfect autumn days. Fall is a great time to practice being in the present moment.

Sincerely, Trish

Bahamian Times

Experiencing service work firsthand is one of the most rewarding experiences to have, so what better time than now?

by ROSE GOTTSCHALK executive copy editor

This past summer, I was blessed with an internship on the beautiful island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. I worked with Bahamas Methodist Habitat, who travels between all the Bahamian Islands to help with mitigation, or preparedness for hurricanes, so that when a hurricane hits the damage isn’t as horrible. For 5 weeks, spanning from May through July, I worked with the nonprofit doing paperwork, helping at a vacation bible school, and reconstructing roofs. It was an amazing experience that still has me thinking about it months later.

I found this internship through my church back home. We had gone the summer before on an international trip, and I had fallen in love with the people and the island. When the opportunity to apply for the internship came up, I knew it was something I had to apply for.

Something (probably God) told me I had to go back, that my work over there wasn’t done. And it was true; He still had plans for me.

This was the second time I ever left the country. The first time was only a week long and I was with two of my youth leaders. This time, it was for five weeks.

I had a couple of people from my home church, which helped ease my anxiety about the trip, but otherwise I had to be my own adult. Preparing for the trip and adulting on my own helped me do some maturing that I didn’t know I needed to do.

While I had two people from my home church, I was with six people I had never met before. Not only were we working together, but we had to learn to live with each other.

This proved to be a struggle, but we photo by ROSE GOTTSCHALK also learned from Rose Gottschalk (lower right) served with eight other people on the island of Eleuthera in the each other. We Bahamas as interns. Their hometowns ranged from Georgia to Tennessee to New York, one even were all at different being from Ghana, Africa. stages of our faith and had different stories to share, allowing Not only did I learn about myself, dive in. It will probably be scary, and us to help each other grow. but I learned more about this different half the time you won’t know what’s Interacting with the groups that came culture. I met many people who had happening, but it will be worth it in the through also helped me learn more about wisdom beyond my years, even beyond end. God has a plan for you, just trust him myself. As interns, we were constantly their years. No matter how little they had, and things will work out. surrounded by people, whether we were they always found a way to give back to “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ in our rooms or in the us volunteers. Whether it was spending declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you bathroom. I learned how to an hour talking or playing the guitar with and not to harm you, plans to give you interact with people when us, or making everyone a snack, they hope and a future.” -Jeremiah 29:11 I was socially drained, but made it known they were grateful to have The Bahamas were hit hard after also how to distribute my us there with them. It makes you really Hurricane Dorian on Sept. 1. Many people energy so I could last until I think about what you do have, and what were left with only the clothes on their was alone again. Most people you can do to give back to those around backs and the people in their arms. If you just go on and on, but don’t you. It was something I needed to see, feel called to it, donate what you can to take time to recoup, and that and I’m grateful for the chance to have one of the many places taking donations. just adds to the stress. It was experienced it again.

Bahamas Methodist Habitat is always an important thing to learn, So next time you’re contemplating looking for volunteers as well. The people which I’m glad I did. doing something you aren’t sure about, will be thankful for whatever you can give.

M ind & S oul

St. Thomas Aquinas: A saint for students

by DANIEL CHARLAND staff writer

Academic life and study is far from easy, as almost anyone on a college campus can attest to. In times of stress over the student life, it can be helpful to have role-models to look up to for inspiration. Among the saints, one particularly inspiring academic that students and teachers alike can look up to is St. Thomas Aquinas.

St. Thomas lived during the Scholastic Age of the thirteenth century, a time of flourishing in the development of the university system itself with rigorous debates and questions encouraged in the classrooms in the search for the truth.

Holding two professorships in Paris at one point in his life, he contributed greatly to the understanding of theology through both writings and academic approach.

Here are a few lessons that can be taken from his life for the inspiration and benefit of students in particular.

The first lesson from the life of this saint is to pursue your vocation, no matter what stands in your way. St. Thomas came from a wealthy noble family and his mother wanted him to rise to a position of prominence. If he was going to be drawn to religions life, she thought that he should be in a position of power, like an abbot. Unfortunately for her plans, Thomas felt God call him to join the humble Dominican order. His mother was so against this that she had his brothers kidnap him until he agreed to do what she thought was best. His brothers, deciding that confinement wasn’t enough to break his stubbornness, snuck a prostitute into his quarters to get him to break his vow of celibacy. Infuriated for perhaps the

only time in his mild-mannered life, St. Thomas defended his purity by scaring the seductive woman out with a brand from the fireplace and using it to mark a cross into the door as a reminder against temptation. Against these, and all other odds placed in his path, St. Thomas Aquinas persevered and followed the path that God had set for him in his studies.

The second lesson is one of academic honesty. In perhaps his greatest work, the “Summa Theologiae,” he never stoops to portraying his opponents as stupid or muddying their arguments. Instead, following the tradition of the medieval university system, he carefully and clearly laid out the objections to his own position in as persuasive a manner possible before answering them. At times, he would even come up with arguments his opponents hadn’t thought of yet and lay those out as well. His writings and studies were never driven by a personal or political agenda, but by a sincere desire to aid in understanding the truth.

The third lesson is that no area of knowledge is exclusive. Much like the concept of a well-rounded liberal arts education, understanding elements outside of your chosen focus can still be beneficial to understanding the whole. While St. Thomas was a deep believer in the revealed teachings of God through the Church, he was also key to implementing dimensions of logic and philosophy from Aristotle into theological thought. Through this, he was able to demonstrate how evidence supporting the revealed truths of faith can be found through observation, common sense, and philosophical thought. He wasn’t a stranger to the natural sciences

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Originating in ancient India, yoga was practiced as a means of achieving moksha—a theological goal of spiritual liberation and enlightenment. Similarly, in modern Western times, yoga provides a temporary gap of peace and freedom in our normally chaotic lives. Yoga involves conscious breathing, meditation, and restorative poses that encourage relaxation while connecting the mind and body into one. Though it can seem intimidating at first, yoga is a great activity for all ages and abilities as it offers many physical and mental health benefits, just some of which are listed below.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, head over to the weekly yoga sessions held in the Ballrooms on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Reduces stress and relieve anxiety

With its focus on relaxation and mindful breathing, yoga has been shown to reduce stress by way of significant decrease in the secretion of cortisol (the primary stress hormone).

Additionally, studies have suggested that yoga can help people cope with anxiety and its symptoms as it highlights the importance of serenity and tranquility.

By practicing yoga, people can attain a unique sense of stillness and peace that can ultimately improve stress levels and anxiety symptoms.

Improves flexibility and balance

Lack of flexibility is a big reason for people not wanting to try yoga; the different stretches and poses have shown to improve both flexibility and balance.

Though yoga may prove to be difficult at first, frequent sessions will gradually increase flexibility and balance through both its simple and complex routines. So even if you aren’t flexible, don’t be afraid to try yoga because it will help stretch out those muscles and even improve balance!

Enhances cardiovascular system

Multiple studies have found that yoga is heart-healthy and promotes cardiovascular wellness. It has shown to lower blood pressure and the heart rate, which are important to maintain as they can be significant factors in heart attacks, strokes, and heart disease.

Yoga’s exercise and relaxation aspects are some of the reasons why it has been added to many cardiac rehabilitation programs.

Keep your heart healthy and happy!

May reduce chronic pain

Many people are affected by chronic pain whether it be from an injury or a condition such as carpal tunnel or osteoarthritis. Research has suggested that practicing yoga can decrease types of chronic pain. Though more studies are needed, adding yoga to your routine has shown to reduce pain and improve function.

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Benefits of a book

by HAYDEN FRANK staff writer

either, having studied with Albert the Great, another saint who, in addition to his theological studies, contributed to the studies of psychology, metaphysics, meteorology, mineralogy and zoology.

The approach of St. Thomas and his fellow Christian academics of the time was that all such knowledge was worth perusing because it helped people to better understand and appreciate God and His creation.

All three of these lessons can be relevant to the life of any student — or professor, for that matter — no matter which field of study they are called to. Whenever you feel stressed about an assignment, pray to St. Thomas Aquinas for help.

Calming chaos with yoga

by MADDIE SMITH

The Lorian

Encourages mindfulness

A large component of yoga includes deep reflection and meditation that promotes the mindfulness of being present in the moment without judgment. Mindfulness is critical in reducing stress and improving both physical and mental health as well as your overall well-being. This important dynamic is pertinent in everyday situations such as school, athletics, diet/ exercise, careers, and more. Practicing yoga has been suggested to enhance this sense of awareness and appreciation.

Improves overall fitness

Though it doesn’t seem like a workout, yoga is a great source of exercise that can be beneficial to your overall health. While it relaxes your mind, yoga can also improve muscle strength and endurance as well as cardiorespiratory fitness (the body’s ability to supply oxygen to the muscles during prolonged physical activity). No, it isn’t the same as going to the weight room, but it certainly has its own list of benefits!

Something you can do almost anywhere

Even with all these benefits, one of the best parts of yoga is that you can do it almost anywhere. You can sign up at a studio or go to the Ballrooms on Wednesdays to keep yourself accountable. You can do it in the comfort of your own room (thanks to YouTube). You can even grab some friends, throw down some mats, and practice at a local park or even the MARC Lawn. Yoga is a great way to relax, de-stress, and exercise without having to worry where or when you can participate.

Reading is one of the most underestimated, neglected, and simplistic methods a person can take to better themselves. Now, when I say “reading,” I don’t mean scrolling aimlessly through twitter, stalking Kim Kardashian and quotes about waist trainers, reading a chapter in a textbook, or random Facebook articles about cursed Egyptian mummies.

What is meant by “reading” is a willful scan through texts including, novels, self-help books, biographies and more, in pursuit of information discovery.

Reading a book from start to finish has many benefits—besides that of just cool stories and interesting characters. In today’s climate of media, technology, and the instant satisfaction of TV and YouTube, many of us—I’ll even lump myself in here—have lost the desire previous generations hold for books. There’s a reason that novels like “Moby-Dick,” “The Great Gatsby” and “To Kill a Mockingbird” are required texts in many high school and college English courses. It’s not that stuffy, Oxford comma-loving teachers love to force their students to read sappy, romanticized novels; rather, these novels were the “Game of Thrones” and “Friends” of their era. There is so much to be gained from reading books, as this article will hopefully illustrate.

In the U.S. alone, 27% of the adult population hasn’t read any form of a book in the past 12 months, according to a “pew” study. Such a high population of non-readers is worrisome given the many benefits they are passing up. For instance, reading increases intelligence even more so for young children, according to “The Society for Research in Child Development.” Furthermore, so much general knowledge is gained simply by reading, regardless of what exactly is being read. Examples of the skills that are gained/enhanced include a better grasp of grammar and writing techniques and a heightened vocabulary. Additionally, for anyone interested in becoming wealthy, you might find it interesting that 85% of self-made millionaires read two to three books every month, according to a study done by Thomas Corley. Corley’s study reveals more than a mere statistic and tip for making it big financially, however. The larger implication of Corley’s study is that reading seems to be necessary for success.

One of the strongest health benefits gained from reading is its ability to reduce stress.

A study from the University of Sussex concluded that just six minutes of sustained reading every day can reduce stress by 68%.

There are many people who could benefit from the stress-reducing abilities of reading, and perhaps more so from how it benefits individuals who struggle to fall asleep.

Given these benefits, I think it is safe to conclude that a two to three-chapter dose of your favorite type of reading is a healthy prescription for body, mind, and soul. So, pick up a book. Happy reading!

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Duhawks split with conference rivals Women’s tennis team falls to Luther, but it bounces back to defeat Coe

by CONNOR HALBMAIER sports writer

It was a busy week for the women’s tennis team as it competed against two of the top contenders of their conference: Luther and Coe. The Duhawks’ first match took place on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at Luther College in Decorah, IA. Opening up the competition were the doubles pairings junior Audrey Hinz and sophomore Noely Baumann, first-years Sara Backus and Lauren Diiulio, and juniors Meghann Long and Maddie Smith. In the No. 1 flight, Hinz and Baumann played against Bourget and Cook, of Luther, but were unable to hold out, losing 1-8. The first-year duo of Backus and Diiulio represented Loras in the two slot, and their opponents were Kruse and Hastings, of Luther. Thedefeated 1-8. Long and Smith, in the third slot, fought with all they had against Spencer and Schossow of Luther, but heartbreakingly were taken out in a close match, 7-8.

Trailing 0-3, the Duhawks moved into singles. Leading the charge as the number one was Hinz, whose opponent was once again Bourget of Luther. The match was a difficult one for Hinz, who wasn’t able to overcome Bourget, losing 3-6, 2-6. Long–the number two singles player–took on Cook, but was defeated 2-6, 0-6. Diiulio and Backus, two of the new players, competed in the number three and four singles, respectively. Diiulio’s foe, Kruse, and Backus’s opponent, Hastings, provided arduous matches for the first-years, who–despite their best efforts–were defeated 2-6, 2-6, and 1-6,

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Junior Audrey Hinz defeated her Coe opponent in singles play, helping the team win its conference match against Coe.

3-6. In the number five singles was a third newcomer for the women’s team: first-year Isabel Schwabe. Schwabe competed against Luther’s Spencer, and through a powerful display, won 6-0, 6-1, marking the first point for Loras. Last but not least, Baumann, in the six singles spot, butted heads with Dunning. It was a back-and-forth match, with Baumann winning the first set 6-4 and losing the next 5-7. In the tiebreaker match, Baumann pulled out all the stops and took the win 10-4, tacking on one more point for Loras, making the final score 7-2.

“It was a difficult match for the women,” said head coach Chad Fenwick. “We just

couldn’t quite hold out in doubles, [but] they were better in singles.”

With one loss and one more match to go, the Duhawks traveled to Cedar Rapids, IA, on Saturday, Sept. 28, for their match against Coe College. Sticking with the same strategy as last time, Hinz and Baumann competed in doubles against Hoppenjans and Sundermann of Coe. It was a close match, but Coe just barely snatched the win with a 7-8 game. Backus and Diiulio went up against number two Lassen and White of Coe, whom they asserted their dominance over with an 8-3 win. Lastly, Long and Smith played against Craig and Montoya, soundly beating them 8-4.

Leading the match 2-1, the singles matches kicked off with Hinz and Sundermann competing in the ones slots. Hinz, seeking retribution for doubles, took the win from Sundermann 6-3, 6-4. Long’s opponent in two’s was Hoppenjans, who gave Long a hard time, stealing the match 2-6, 1-6. Diiulio had difficulty in her own match against Lassen in the three slot, who defeated the Duhawk 1-6, 0-6. Number four Backus had a close match in the first set of her match against White, but was unable to overcome her challenging opponent, losing 6-7, 2-6.

The number five singles slot pitted Schwabe against Coe’s Sweeney. In a stunning display, Schwabe showed no mercy as she crushed her opponent 6-0, 6-0. With a tie game of 4-4, it all came down to Baumann and her match against Puleo. Desiring that win, Baumann put her all into her match and successfully defeated Puleo 6-2, 6-2. It was a competitive day for the Duhawks, but through determination, perseverance, and skill, they overcame Coe 5-4.

“Overall, the women played pretty well,” said Coach Fenwick regarding their match against the Kohawks. “They went in and played aggressively in doubles, giving us the 2-1 lead for singles. We knew we had a good chance at five and six, but the top four were really tough. Audrey really stepped up in her match, cinching the win for us.”

With one win and one loss, Loras looks forward to their next matches against St. Ambrose on Oct. 1 in Davenport, and a home match against the University of Dubuque on Oct. 8.

Golf team places 4th in final fall meet

by JON QUINN sports writer

The men’s golf team wrapped up its fall season with a fourth-place finish in a nineteam tournament in Decatur, Illinois, that was composed primarily of Illinois college teams.

Senior Jake Grabner led the way for the Duhawks, tying for third place among more than 50 competitors in the individual standings. Grabner finished 1-over-par (143) for the 36-hole tournament, three strokes behind the individual champ, Cole Pickett, of Webster.

The Country Club Classic initially was delayed due to inclement weather, but the two-day, 36-hole tournament eventually took place.

Grabner started the tournament strong and finished strong. He shot a 70 for a 1-under-par effort on the first day of the meet. A bigger challenge would be awaiting him on the second day.

The second day was hot, and the winds were flirting with 10 mph throughout the day from the southwest, and many of the competitors had difficulty avoiding trouble.

The wind meant that most of the players took at least another five to 10 strokes on the second day .

But Grabner was a model of consistency, finishing among the top five golfers on both days. He shot a 70 on the first day and a 73 on the second.

In the meantime, two of Grabner’s teammates finished strong, enabling the Duhawks to climb the standings as a team..

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Senior Jake Grabner tied for third place in the individual standings at a nineteam tournamnt in Decatur, Illinois.

Here’s the scoop on the outlook for the White Sox

by XAVIER SANCHEZ sports writer

Sunday afternoon was a cold wet day in the city of Chicago because of reasons other than the weather. Fans began to realize there would be no playoff baseball in Chicago for the first time since 2014. Chicago White Sox fans were hurting a bit more as they haven’t seen the playoffs since 2008.

The Chicago White Sox finished the season going 7-3 in their final 10 games. They finished third in the American League Central with 72-89 record and were 28.5 games back of first place. Their third place finish was the Sox best finish since they finished second in 2012. An improvement, for sure, but 2020 needs to be a major leap away from mediocre baseball.

Several guys on the team did give reasons for White Sox fans to remain hopeful as they head into the offseason.

Some notable names were Jose Abreu, Tim Anderson, Lucas Giolito, Eloy Jimenez, and Yoan Moncada, to name a few.

Abreu’s future with the Sox is up for discussion but he put together a solid season to hopefully extend his time on the Southside of Chicago. Abreu finished with 123 runs batted in. He nearly led the whole major league in

RBIs but settled for the most in the American League as Nationals’ Anthony Rendon had three more. He wants to be a part of what is ahead in the Sox future. He said, “For me, there’s no secret. I want to be here.” Tim Anderson did lead Major League Baseball with his .335 batting average. It was a .095 improvement from the year before. He brought so much to the team and built a strong relationship with the Southside community. His role is bigger has become bigger than just playing baseball.

The year of development from guys received in trades were a major key to be able to improve their record by 10 games. Giolito was an actual ace the Sox could count on every fifth day. This is after having the worst earned run average just one season ago. Through 29 starts, Giolito finished the year 14-9 with a 3.41 ERA in 176.2 innings and 228 strikeouts. His 228 strikeouts were the most by a White Sox right-hander since Ed Walsh’s 254 in 1912, via @ckamka on Twitter. He also three complete games and two shutouts.

Jimenez smashed his way through his rookie season.

His 31 home runs makes him only the 11th rookie with 30 or more home runs in their rookie year. Jimenez did miss nearly 40 games but hit well in the ones he did play in especially during the second half. September was his best stretch as he went 34 for 100 with 19 runs, eight doubles, a

triple, nine home runs, and 25 RBIs in 24 games. A sign of what’s to come in the future? Southsiders hope so.

The other bright spot was 24-year-old Moncada. He told NBC Sports Chicago’s Chuck Garfien that his season was “no fluke.” Moncada also improved at the plate, bumping his average up .080 points from the previous season to .315, which was the third best in the AL. He had career-highs in almost every offensive category which also included striking out less. He finished with splits of .315/.367/.548/.915 and added 83 runs, 161 hits, 34 doubles, five triples, 25 home runs, and 79 RBIs to his resume.

The Sox desperately need pitching and another hitter or two this offseason. Sox fans are doubtful as owner Jerry Reinsdorf has failed to dig deep enough in his pockets to pay the big names in the past. He must be all-in this winter or the White Sox will extend one of the longest postseason droughts in the MLB. As the offseason approaches, White Sox fan must demand for a better product to force the hand of Reinsdorf to pay up. After a handful of free agent signings and a strong Spring Training, the team should be ready to take their next step and become a playoff contender.

This is what Sox fans deserve and the Chicago White Sox organization should be all-in, every step of the way.

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Dutch down Duhawks three out of four touchdown completions of the afternoon between Robinsports editer The football team didn’t have a lot son and Hawkins took place in the first of luck on the road this weekend with two quarters and were also the first their second American Rivers Confer- three touchdowns for Central.

The teams rallied back and forth ence matchup against the Central Coluntil the clock read six minutes in the lege Dutch in Pella, IA. second half. With six minutes to go, Central’s early efforts allowed the Central plowed a nine-play 62-yard Dutch to have a comfortable lead undrive to set up junior running back til Loras started to battle back in the Joey McIntyre for the seven-yard runfourth quarter. Unfortunately, the bigin touchdown. gest opponent for Loras at that time Alberts continued to have a perwas the clock. When the clock hit zero, fect game, sending every extra point the final score was 33-52. through the yellow pillars.

In the first quarter, Central strugHowever, the Duhawks didn’t stop gled to connect with their receivers their efforts, forcing a 55-yard drive until there were seven minutes reto allow junior quarterback Noah Sigmaining in the quarter. An impressive warth to carry the ball one yard for a 58-yard pass from junior quarterback touchdown.

The Duhawks attempted Blaine Hawkins to senior wide receiver Hunter Robinson was enough to put to make-up for their failed extra point the Dutch on the board. Senior kicker by going for two; however, the Dutch’s Jon Alberts sent the ball between the defense prevented the completion of posts for the extra point, putting the Sigwarth’s pass.

The Dutch then quickly battled lead at seven. against the clock and were able to But that wouldn’t be the last time squeeze out another Central scored in the first touchdown with 19 secquarter. With four minThe last time onds remaining the first utes left, almost the exLoras beat half. Central went on to act same play happened Central was score two more touchagain. in 2015 with a downs within six minA 58-yard pass comtouchdown in utes of the second half. pletion to Robinson from the last minute In response, the offense Hawkins put the Dutch winning 55-48. for Loras began clicking, up for a two-possession with a 33-yard pass comgame by the end of the pletion to senior wide first quarter. Both plays receiver Sam Maloney from Sigwarth, came off a 70-yard drive, and both drives were extremely efficient with setting the score 19-49.

Central’s last score happened in only four plays. the third quarter with a 39-yard field However, Loras’ defense was eager goal.

The fourth quarter was all about to stop Hawkins’ connections and at Loras, with senior running back Jake the start of the second quarter, they Burgmeier finding the end zone off a did just that. nine-yard run and senior wide receivSophomore linebacker Josh Jones er Cory O’Neill bringing in a 24-yard started things off by intercepting one completion from junior quarterback of Hawkins’ passes and returning it for a 43-yard touchdown. Loras’ kicker, Alec Becker.

This bumped the score to 33-52. junior Nicolas Farfan, was unable to Unfortunately, the momentum died achieve the extra point, leaving Loras by the sound of the buzzer from the with six points. However, Farfan made scoreboard. the rest of kicks for the remainder of This upcoming Saturday, Oct. 5, the the game.

1-3 Loras College Duhawks will host Just over a minute later, Central re0-4 ARC opponent Luther College for sponded with another 41-yard complehomecoming weekend in the Rock tion to Robinson from Hawkins. The Bowl at 1 p.m.

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Sophomore middle blocker Jackie Alberto celebrates after blocking her Coe offender in the second set of an American Rivers Conference match-up last Tuesday night.

The Duhawks swept the Kohawks with a final score of 25-14, 25-15, 26-24.

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Duhawks gear up for conference foes Volleyball team boasts 14-5 record

by MADISON DOUBEK sports writer

The women’s volleyball team opened up their conference play on Tuesday, Sept.

24, with a match against rival Coe College Kohawks.

This match was expected to be a battle, as both teams are expected to compete for the conference title.

However, the Duhawks arrived ready to play and came out with an easy 25-14 win in the first set. They used their momentum to grab the second set with a similar score of 25-15. With big swings from seniors Kelly Boge and Kayla Kinney, the Duhawks had no trouble taking those first two sets.

However, after those two opening sets, Coe woke up and started to put up a fight.

The last set was more akin to the battle everyone expected to see from these two programs. Immediately, the Kohawks stole the momentum from the Duhawks and held the lead for a majority of the game.

After the initial shock, Loras answered back and took the lead. It was a continual back-and-forth game, with each team scoring every other point. Neither team was in the lead for more than a play. Even after a questionable call and a missed serve, Loras did not give up; they kept

fighting. Finally, the Duhawks ended up taking the nail biting third set–thus winning the entire match, 3-0.

Tuesday’s match against Coe College got the Duhawks excited for the University of Dubuque Invite on Saturday, Sept.

28, where they faced both the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point teams.

With both teams being great competitors, the Duhawks were hoping their energy from earlier in the week would carry over to these matches.

The Duhawks definitely delivered, with 24 digs from sophomore Krystal Tranel and 40 assists from senior Jessalyn Roling.

Loras defeated Oshkosh in 4 sets with a 3-1 match victory.

The next match did not go as planned for the Duhawks, with a 3-1 fall to Stevens Point. Despite the loss, the Duhawks still put up some impressive stats with 3 blocks from Boge and 16 kills from Kinney.

Loras is looking to advance its conference record to 2-0 on Tuesday with a game in Decorah against Luther College.

Even though Luther is ranked seventh in the conference — below the Duhawks, who are ranked second ­— it still promises to be an intense matchup between these two American Rivers Conference teams.

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Soccer players play for their heritage A successful night on the field and in the stands

by GATIEN DELAUNAY sports writer

Last Saturday, Sept. 28, was a special day; as part of the Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Night, both Loras College men’s and women’s soccer teams received Coe College in back-to-back matches.

This night is one of the diverse events organized by Loras College to celebrate Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, which aims to celebrate the Latino culture and the contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans to the history of the United States. In addition to the two soccer games, attendees had the opportunity to enjoy Mexican food such as tacos from El Paisano and a beverage called horchata, brewed by seniors Isabel Hernandez, Stephanie Meza, and Alma Tavares. Many Duhawks went to this event to support both teams.

Loras second annual Latinx/Hispanic Heritage night is to take a moment and celebrate the Latino culture and the contributions of hispanic and Lantin Americans to the history of the United States.

The Latino/Hispanic Heritage Night was also a special night for the Loras College soccer players, since many members on each team are Latino. Several countries are represented within the soccer teams, such as Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil. These Duhawks felt honored to play during this heritage event.

“Somos Duhawks is a special day for us,” said senior forward Raudel Perez. “S occer is an important piece of our culture and having a day dedicated to it makes us feel honored to be Latino.”

To kick off the evening, the women’s soccer team played first and brought some intensity to the evening. Sophomore forward Ryleigh O’Brian scored a goal after just one minute of play in an assist from senior forward Genna Sobieszcyck and junior for ward Br ynn Jacobi. Four minutes later, Jacobi scored her own photo by LORAS COLLEGE goal, followed by anoth- Athletes from the men’s and women’s soccer programs pose for a group picture with er at 11:10 in an assist coaches, students and faculty who all played important roles in furthering awareness of from O’Brian. Sopho- Latino/Heritage Month. Each athlete is holding a flag that represents their nationality or, for more defender Braylin some, the country they hail from.

Mensik concluded the This was a well-played game from the series four minutes later at 15:26, assisted Loras College women’s team, a mere two We always prepare the same by first-year midfield Payton McDonnell. days after an away victory (3-0) against The Duhawks won 4-0, with each goal the University of Wisconsin – Platteville. way for every team. We believe These victories have come at a good time, in respecting every opponent, scored in the first fifteen minutes.

No goals were scored for the rest of the confirming the team is on the rise again regardless of who they are. game, but this comfortable and quick- after a series of defeats. The women’s socRaudel Perez ly-obtained lead was enough to ensure a cer team will next play on Oct. 5 against Senior forward victory. Both teams had approximately the Central College.

Following the women’s victory over same number of shots: 10 for Coe College and 17 for Loras. However, only three of Coe, the men’s soccer team took the field the beginning of the second half. The Duthe ten Coe College shots were on target, and played a very similar game to that of hawks were putting a lot of pressure on Coe while the Loras College team shot ten the women’s team. With the men’s team College, which led to an own goal off of a facing the same opponent and ending with times on target. The goal difference could the same final score, the biggest difference Loras cross. have been higher without the six saves was that it took a little bit more time for A minute later, sophomore midfield made by the Coe College goalkeeper. the men’s team to score their goals than Kevin Kacaba was taking advantage of the women’s team. Both of the teams ada rebound caused by a shot by Tigrio opted the same tactic: relying on high and intensive personal scoring to cause oppo- Huerta to score the fourth and last goal nents to make mistakes, recover the ball, of the game.

This victory was deemed a large win for and attack quickly.

A lot of intensity — even tension — was the Loras soccer team, which has never lost invested into this game by both teams. to Coe in 16 matches.

However, this investment was much more The Duhawks now boast a record off successful for the Duhawks — who are nine wins, one tie and one loss. Perhaps a used to this kind of intense play — than for Coe College. At the end of the game, big reason for the team’s terrific record is the Duhawks had shot 38 times, whereas the way it prepares for its matches.

“We always prepare the same way for Coe College shot only five times.

Junior forward Tigrio Huerta took only every team,” said Perez. “We believe in resix minutes to provoke a penalty kick and specting every opponent, regardless of who convert it into a goal. Sophomore defend- they are.” er Tiernan Talbot scored the second and The men’s team traveled to De Pere, WI., last goal of the first half on the 20th minon Oct. 2 to play against St. Norbert Colute, thanks to an assist from senior forlege.

They will also play this Saturday, Oct. ward Mark Broderick and junior forward 5, in Pella, IA, against Central College and Many Lopez. photo courtesy LORAS COLLEGE ATHLETICS Loras made the break 10 minutes after hopefully keep the momentum going.

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Sophomore Ryliegh O’Brien (right) celebrates a goal during a 4-0 victory over Coe.

Last week, women’s soccer head coach Matt Pucci achieved his 50th career win when Ryleigh O’Brien garnered a hat-trick against the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

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Junior forward Tigrio Huerta runs back to his team to celebrate a goal seven minutes into a match. Like the women’s this was one of the four goals the men’s team made of the evening.