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Colorado Congregates for MLK Denver hosted its 35th annual Marade honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Photo by and courtesy of Amanda Schwengel | MSU Denver
MSU Denver representatives take part in the annual MLK Day Marade as it continues down Colfax Avenue on Jan. 20. This was the 35th MLK Day Marade held in Denver.
By Herman Guzman-Ibarra
weather that morning, waving signs with
is concerned about her job and afraid to
began with an opening ceremony at 9 a.m.
hguzmani@msudenver.edu
images of King and quotes of his, such
speak up when she’s been passed over
before the actual event at 10:30 a.m.
as, “Hate can not drive out hate. Only
time and time again for a promotion.”
The March went from City Park
On Jan. 20, people from across
love can do that,” or broader expressions
Colorado came out to Civic Center
such as, “Stand up for civil rights!” Many
for King’s messages and achievements
followed by a service at the Greek theatre
Park for the 35th annual Martin Luther
of the sponsors and supporters for the
in his life, as one of the most well-
with a variety of speakers, including
King Jr. Day Marade (a portmanteau
event could also be seen throughout the
known American civil rights leaders.
pastors and government officials.
of march and parade). This particular
crowd, such as Blacks in Government
His years of leadership began in the
celebration is one of the largest in the
and the Anti-Defamation League.
mid-1950s until 1968, when he was
nation, starting near the “I Have a Dream” monument in City Park in the morning. People came out in spite of the cold
INSIDE
NEWS
| pg. 3
“March for the homeless man who’s in City Park today,” Mayor Michael Hancock said. “March for the woman who
OPINION
| pg. 6
The federal holiday is a celebration
down to Civic Center Park, immediately
assassinated at 39 years old in Memphis. The theme of this year’s Marade was
| Continued on pg. 3
“Renewed Dedication to Humanity,” and
FEATURES
| pg. 8
SPORTS
| pg. 10
Protesters take action Denver for
Colorado has a place in Trump’s
Beach boys meet each other’s
X Games is returning to Aspen,
Womxn’s March
impeachment trial
beetles in Santa Monica
here’s what you need to know
CONGRATULATIONS! Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 2020 Peace Awardees
Khadijatu Fofanah MSU Denver Student
Eneri “Netty” Rodriguez Associate Director, Gender Institute for Teaching and Advocacy
Rosemarie Allen, Ph.D. Associate Professor Early Childhood Education
Women Of Color Group Founders Cynthia Baron, Ed.D. Assistant Dean Equity and Student Engagement Andrea Borrego, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice and Criminology Bridgette Coble, Ph.D. Director, Career Services Hsiu Ping Liu, Ph.D. Associate Professor Biology, Director of Center for Advanced STEM Education
NEWS
JANUARY 22, 2020
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Denver remembers Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebration of King’s legacy took place downtown at City Park and Civic Center Continued from cover and led to the doors of the Lory Student Hancock delivered his own message
Center Main Ballrooms at Colorado State
of how King inspired him to lead the city
University. In Boulder, their celebration
of Denver as an African American, and
began at the old Pearl Street Courthouse,
that people need to step up for those who
and concluded at The Dairy Arts Center.
are unable to speak out for themselves.
Both areas held their own keynotes and
Marches, parades and rallies take place across the country since the holiday became
events in commemoration of the day. David Jensen, the lead pastor of
official in 1986, but a year prior, then
God’s Grace Community Church,
Colorado lawmaker Wilma Webb pushed
spoke to the Denver crowd that day,
for the state to create its own state holiday
prompting them to think about King’s
and hold a “Marade” to commemorate
own experience as a minister during the
King. Governor Richard Lamm signed the
days of the civil rights movement.
legislation into law on April 4, 1985. Webb was also a keynote speaker at
“Martin Luther King Jr. spoke of traveling in the company of his God in the midst of
the rally, saying how appalled she was at
great struggle,” Jensen said. “Today may
how much progress still had to be made.
it be our prayer that the most repeated
“I didn’t know that years later we would be trying to get some of the same things changed that we tried to get way back when Dr. King was alive,” Webb said. A day before the downtown
Photo by and courtesy of Amanda Schwengel | MSU Denver
commandment in the scriptures, ‘fear not,’ will be ours this day and every day.” Jensen also mentioned how fear can
MSU Denver takes part in the annual MLK Day Marade as it continues down Colfax Avenue on Jan. 20.
change the feelings surrounding any event where people come together to
challenging time to live in,” Kobrin said.
were also in attendance, holding a banner
Denver event, CBS Denver said
accomplish something into something
“He knew that in a time of challenge,
saying the university celebrates King.
that an estimated 50,000-75,000
more hostile, and how King prayed through
it is incumbent upon each and every
people were expected to attend.
his fears to accomplish what he did.
person to make their life matter.”
The celebration of King’s legacy
Another speaker, Rabbi Rachek Kobrin
Kobrin also quoted King’s message that
Despite the fact that this is one day out of the other 365 this year, King’s message and legacy have echoed through the decades
extended beyond City Park and Civic
of Congregation Rodef Shalom, spoke her
“only when it is dark can you see the stars,”
to inspire people who believe in fighting
Center. In Fort Collins, there was a
own praises of King choosing to fight.
a metaphor for the dark times he lived in.
for what they believe in, whether it be civil
march that began at Olde Town Square
“1960s America was a pretty darn
Representatives from MSU Denver
rights, racial equality or social injustice.
Denver hosts fourth Annual Womxn’s March By Harmony Clearo
rights of women, the event was a protest
hclearo@msudenver.edu
against multiple issues that they feel have gone unpunished under Trump’s presidency.
Hand-knitted beanies representing
Anti-war protesters with a sign
the female reproductive organs rested
reading, “Trump, the people say: No War
on the heads of Denverites on the
on Iran! U.S Troops Out of Iraq,” asked
morning of Jan. 18. Men, women and
that funding go to better health care,
children participated in the fourth Annual
child care, housing and education, rather
Womxn’s March in the Mile High City.
than be shelled out for a war on Iran.
The march began on Bannock Street
The protesters said that war is a
and proceeded to Civic Center Park and
“woman’s issue,” and it must be dealt
the McNichols Building where nonprofit
with for the sake of feminism.
organizations had booths in the McNichols
In exchange for donations, booths offered
Building set up to showcase multiple causes.
pins, pamphlets and a plethora of information.
Vivid signage colored Colfax Avenue with
Many booths were in pursuit of putting an end
statements such as, “Men of quality do
to harmful climate practices like fracking.
not fear equality,” and, “Feminism is the
Other organizations such as The
radical notion that women are people.” The
Robinson Abused Women and Children’s
Womxn’s March has been in action since
Shelter promoted the halting of sexual
President Donald Trump was elected in
harassment and domestic violence. Equity
2017. The event primarily promoted voter
and Possibilities in Construction worked to
registration but touched on other issues like
Photo obtained from Womxn’s March Denver
reproductive rights, climate change, gun safety and immigration, to name a few. Since the election of Trump, discrimination
The organization offers apprenticeships for
The logo for the 2020 Womxn’s March in Denver. They changed the spelling last year to recognize the importance of all people experiencing sexism.
women who are interested in the industry
it would be delayed until 2028.
sacrosanctity. Denver residents were not
has been a pressing issue for Americans. “My biggest reason for being here is that I want someone else for president
recruit women into the construction business.
without the burden of impartiality. The Womxn’s March is no friend to
Trump’s views on reproductive
services, information or referrals. “President Trump’s expansion of the
shy to shout about ovaries and uteri in the
in 2020 and to keep the dream of having
rights has also led to bounteous
Global Gag Rule is a major assault on
pursuit of making a change and attracting
Harriet Tubman on the 20 dollar bill alive,”
controversy. One of the orders from his
those who serve the world’s poorest and
new voters. The 2020 election can expect
said Robin Bean, an avid protester who
office in 2017 which contributed to the
most vulnerable women,” Nancy Northup,
a multitude of new and young voters.
has attended every Womxn’s March.
marching was The Global Gag Rule, also
president and CEO of the Center for
known as the Mexico City Policy.
Reproductive Rights, said in a press release.
Tubman on the 20 dollar bill was on track for a 2020 release. But Treasure
Under said rule, non-governmental
Exceptions to the rule are for victims of
Secretary Steve Mnuchin, citing counterfeit
groups supported by the U.S. are not
rape, incest or a life-threatening pregnancy.
concerns, told congress in May that
authorized to use money toward abortion
Although the Womxn’s March fights for the
If the protesters of the Womxn’s March have anything to do with it, the new year will bring a new U.S. president and a new perspective on women’s rights.
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BRIEFING
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Boulder community leaders preach commitment to ‘dismantling prejudice’ during CU Boulder’s MLK Day celebration Boulder student on campus in October.
By Noelle Videon From the CU Independent
“When we read in the news about
cuindependent.com
our neighbors facing antisemitism, we know Dr. King’s dreams have not been
Boulder community members joined
fully realized,” Joseph said. “When I read
together Monday to honor the life of civil
emails from members of our Boulder
rights leader and human rights activist
community referring to me as a token
Martin Luther King, Jr. for an event on the
member of City Council … we know Dr.
University of Colorado Boulder campus
King’s dreams have not been fully realized.”
titled “Remembering His Life, Renewing
Several community members attending
His Legacy.” Around 200 people gathered
the event did so out of an act of service, which
in the University Memorial Center’s Glenn
for Americorp member Ethan Au Green is
Miller Ballroom to listen to speeches about
what Martin Luther King Jr. Day is all about.
King’s lasting impact and the importance
“I’m older than King was when he was
of keeping his values alive today. Monday
murdered and he was a very inspiring
marked the 25th annual Martin Luther King
example of what people can do when they Photo by Casey Paul | Courtesy of The CU Independent
Jr. Day celebration in the United States.
Boulder City Council Member and keynote speaker Junie Joseph speaks on Jan. 20 about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dreams and how they have evolved today.
“We’re here today to remember a man who was a pastor, a preacher, a leader, a teacher of non-violence, a civil rights hero,
come together for social change,” Au Green said. “I think it’s important to continue King’s legacy in the modern day because we still have struggles for social justice, against
a father, a martyr, and a friend to many,”
Civilization, St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church,
said Mary Kate Rejouis, reverend of St.
the Lutheran Campus Ministry and the city
Aidan’s Episcopal Church, speaking in front
of Boulder Housing and Human Services.
thing to do,” Joseph said, quoting King.
racism and for protecting the environment.”
Joseph explained that it was King’s courage in the face of adversity which
of a large black and white projection of an
Junie Joseph, a current CU Boulder
image of King. “We gather together today
law student and newly-elected Boulder
Still, she cautioned that despite great
to remember and to recommit to that hard
City Council Member, took to the stage
progress over the last 57 years, the dreams
and daily work of dismantling prejudice and
following Rejouis’ introduction and posed
that King once named in his famous “I
The Metropolitan and several Colorado student
seeking justice and freedom for all people.”
a rhetorical question to the audience:
have a dream” speech at the Lincoln
media organizations are sharing editorial
“Are you leading a life of courage?”
Memorial have not been “fully realized.”
content to promote student work around the
She referenced several recent instances of
state. For more information, write to Editor-inChief James Burky at jburky@msudenver.edu.
Sponsors of the event included the
allowed us all to “be here together today.”
Office of Diversity, Equity and Community
“There comes a time when we must
Engagement, CU Boulder Hillel, the Bruce
take a position which is neither safe nor
discrimination in Boulder, including when
D. Benson Center for the Study of Western
political nor popular because it is the right
a woman yelled racial slurs at a black CU
Contact Breaking News Editor Noelle Videon at noelle.videon@colorado.edu.
Briefs MSU Denver opens up new reflection spaces for practicing faith in private The CARE Team, Center
Denver officer accused of sexual assault Denver police officer Johnny
Man flees and breaks through Lakewood walls, wanted by police Jacob Joseph Medina, who
Colorado Senators promise fairness during impeachment trial President Donald Trump’s
Snow Sculpture Championships in Breckenridge For the 30th year,
for Multicultural Engagement
Leon-Alvarez has been accused
has been described as “extremely
impeachment trial has begun, and
Breckenridge is holding a snow
and Inclusion, and Center for
of sexually assaulting a woman
violent,” was seen in an apartment
Sens. Cory Gardner and Michael
sculpting championship.
Equity and Student Achievement
he met during an investigative
complex on the 1700 block of
Bennet have both chosen to hold
have worked to create new
case of domestic abuse.
Kendall Street in Lakewood.
off on sharing their opinions
teams of four artists will compete
until all sides have spoken.
to produce snow sculptures
“reflection spaces” across MSU Denver’s campus. This helps faculty, students and community members practice their faith in private areas. The spaces can be found in
The two had exchanged
A SWAT team received a
information before growing
report that he was there and
fond of each other and
Medina attempted to flee by
that he does believe Trump to
going out on a date.
breaking through several walls
be guilty based on the findings,
over, including Breckenridge,
of the complex after realizing
but is willing to change his
Minnesota, Wisconsin
the officers were after him.
mind if there’s reason to.
and Vermont, according
After some drinking, LeonAlvarez brought her home,
Tivoli Rooms 348 and 349 and
and they exchanged goodbyes
the St. Elizabeth of Hungary
through the door bell camera.
He eventually barricaded
Bennet has previously shared
From Tuesday until Jan. 30, 16
Gardner, looking for re-election
crafted after hours of work. Teams come from all
to event organizers.
himself in one of the apartments
come November, wants to hear
She did not remember how
and allegedly started a small
from both sides. Both have
beyond the United States,
to practice their faith wherever
he entered, but she was trying to
fire. He then came out of the
said that they are committed to
with challengers coming from
they would like, but the inclusion
push him off of her, while telling
building after negotiations.
fairness, and that what matters
Argentina, China, Ecuador,
of these spaces is to add
him “No” and to “please stop.”
is that it’s grounded in the rule of
France, Germany, Great Britain,
law, according to CBS Denver.
India, Mexico, Mongolia,
Church. People are still welcome
more options for individuals to practice in private.
Her roommate confirmed that she also heard her say so, according to Fox 31.
The competition extends
Switzerland, and Turkey. There is no cash incentive, but a medallion, trophy and ribbon for the top three places.
OPINIONS
6
JANUARY 22, 2020
Colorado should care about impeachment
staff Editor-in-Chief
n Jan. 15 at about
on the impeachment. The senator
event that the president is not
James Burky jburky@msudenver.edu
3:30 p.m., the seven
gave a scant amount of responses,
impeached, Hickenlooper will
Managing Editor
newly-appointed impeachment
although he has always presented
have a shot at turning the Senate
managers marched from the
himself as an ally to the president.
away from Trump’s allegiance
Megan Webber mwebber6@msudenver.edu
House of Representatives to
The Denver Post reported on Jan.
if he is elected. With a central
the Senate to hand-deliver the
14 that Gardner has declined to
and independent voting record,
Herman Guzman-Ibarra hguzmani@msudenver.edu
articles of impeachment against
say whether he will vote to allow
however, he likely won’t disagree
Features Editor
President Donald Trump. One of
witnesses to testify at the trial.
with Republicans on everything.
Brady Pieper bpieper3@msudenver.edu
O
the seven managers was Rep. Jason Crow of Aurora, Colorado. In the Centennial State, it’s
Although Gardner has been
Megan Webber
easy to feel separated from the
It’s true that Washington is
News Editor
silent about his intentions going
thousands of miles away, but that
Assistant Features Editor
into the trial, his position as a
doesn’t mean that what happens
Harmony Clearo hclearo@msudenver.edu
Senator is important moving
there doesn’t affect Colorado. In
rest of the world, but construction
Crow will play a key role in
forward. As part of the majority,
the coming days, the state will
on Interstate 70 and sports
presenting the House’s case
he will likely vote not to impeach,
see more representation in the
Will Satler wsatler@msudenver.edu
betting aren’t the only issues
against Trump and arguing for his
but if he does vote to allow
impeachment trial than some of
Photo Editor
facing Colorado right now. As
removal. Colorado seldom appears
witnesses, he would be one of only
the larger states. Regardless of
the Senate prepares for Trump’s
on the national politics stage, but
a few Senate Republicans to do
party lines, all Coloradans have
Kaileigh Lyons klyons9@msudenver.edu
impeachment trial, Colorado’s
Crow’s place in the impeachment
so. It would be an uncharacteristic
a reason to be paying attention.
politicians are taking action, and
trial will remind the nation of
move for him not to vote in
we should all be watching.
the state’s strong presence.
accordance with his party, but
That’s beside the fact that there’s
it’s something Coloradans should
Megan Webber is a fourth-year
Crow was a surprising selection
something fascinating about
be watching for all the same.
convergent journalism major with a
for an impeachment manager.
watching democracy at work, even
He and six other freshmen
if it doesn’t feel like democracy.
As a freshman in the House,
Sports Editor
Design Editor Zhen Tang ztang@msudenver.edu Spanish Editor Sarah Lease sarah.lease@cudenver.edu
minor in linguistics at MSU Denver.
Director of Met Media
man with his eye on Gardner’s
She is currently the Managing Editor
Steve Haigh shaigh@msudenver.edu
And let’s not forget about the
Representatives penned an op-
Colorado is a swing state,
seat come November, former
of The Metropolitan and interning at
ed which was published in The
after all, and as Crow makes his
Governor John Hickenlooper.
The Denver Post. In 2019, she won the
Washington Post in September
case against Trump, it’s likely that
Throughout his failed presidential
Denver Press Club’s John C. Ennslin
Kathleen Jewby kjewby@msudenver.edu
calling for Trump’s removal
he’ll be looking across the room
campaign and current occupation
award in conjunction with journalism
Office Manager
from office. He has since been
at his political opposite, Sen.
as hopeful Senator, Hickenlooper
legend Bob Woodward. Contact her
an outspoken advocate for the
Cory Gardner. The Yuma native
has preached his difference from
at mwebber6@msudenver.edu.
president’s impeachment among
has been pressed by Colorado
Gardner. Although Hickenlooper
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Brady Nelson bnelso73@msudenver.edu
Separate the art from the artist T
he beauty of #MeToo is that
of these abhorrent actions, they’re
and continue their careers?
it holds respected figures
nothing new. Artists are people,
Hell if I know. This is a touchy
accountable for disgusting actions.
too. They are not infallible, and if
subject with no easy answers,
But when an artist — actor Kevin
you choose your music, movies
and I don’t have a lot of those.
Spacey, singer Chris Brown— is
and shows based on people who
accused or convicted of being a
are nice, then you’re not going
to let people enjoy what they enjoy.
sexual creep or violent psychopath,
to have a lot to choose from.
Maybe that artist or band got them
fans are left questioning if it’s
Detractors will say that I’m
ethical to enjoy their works. And the truth is that, like life, there’s no black and white answer.
James Burky
It’s going to be difficult for
through their toughest fights with
enabling a culture of abuse to
depression. Maybe a couple had
persist and their concern is
their first date at a movie made by a
understandable, but it is misplaced.
problematic director and it was love
One of our most pressing
at first sight. As long as they know
someone who admired Spacey
2017 — “Saturation,” “Saturation
issues in the U.S. is how we have
what those people did and don’t
the second they saw his chilling
II” and “Saturation III” — and
systematically allowed straight
think it’s okay, where’s the harm
performance as Keyser Söze
each one of them boasted crazy-
white men to reap the rewards from
in indulging in art that they love?
to just forget his films forever,
infectious hooks, experimental
the hard work of our neighbors
as opposed to an 18-year-
beats and straight-up bangers.
who happen to be a woman,
idols based on their talent and
old who was never a fan.
Rapper Ameer Vann stole the show
non-white or LGBTQ+. Breaking
not on their character, then we’re
with his intimidating delivery on
this system down and creating a
in for disappointment. There are
invisible to the self-righteous
verses about drugs, crime and
truly equal one is imperative.
few heroes in this world — and
keyboard warrior who shames
mental health. Turns out Vann’s
people for liking Brown’s music and
tough persona was more than
products of the system rather than
the apathetic edge lord who doesn’t
a front for his music. He was
the creators is similar to cutting
think domestic violence is a big deal.
accused of verbal and sexual
the leaves off of a weed instead
James Burky is a fifth-year convergent
abuse by former partners.
of tearing the roots from the
journalism major with a minor in sports
ground. And attacking people who
media. He is the Editor-in-Chief of
listen to them is less effective.
The Metropolitan. He has previously
There’s a gray area that’s
If you love music — I mean, who doesn’t? — you’ve run into
Vann was booted from
this issue yourself. The hip hop
Brockhampton, leaving the
collective, Brockhampton, has
group and its fans reeling
become one of my favorite groups.
with a sense of betrayal.
They released three albums in
Though the public is more aware
But cancelling artists who are
Now, does this mean that
What we do
One answer I do have, though, is
And if we’re choosing our
not many of them play guitar.
worked for the Daily Camera in
we allow artists to apologize
Boulder and The Denver Post. Email
even for the worst of actions
James at jburky@msudenver.edu.
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JANUARY 22, 2020
Met Abroad: Beetles and the beach
A Californian gathering of Volkswagens on the Santa Monica Pier
opportunity arose, he grasped it.
By Brady Pieper bpieper3@msudenver.edu
A baby blue Beetle, owned by an older Californian woman, was in need of a home. Her house
SANTA MONICA, CALIF. — The rusted bodies of
burned down in the 2017 Thomas
Volkswagens crawled onto the
Fire that ravaged Ventura and
boardwalk of Santa Monica
Santa Barbara Counties. And
Pier for the WestSide VW
like a lost dog, she wanted her
Coffee Meet on Jan. 5.
old Beetle to get a nice owner and not lay underutilized in her
Car clubs, fanatics and
lawn. Camarena swooped in.
mechanics from around California
Like its owner, every
brought their vehicles to the pier to share their passion
Volkswagen has its own story.
with like-minded individuals
The journey to how one comes
over coffee and donuts.
across their reliable hunk of metal is always different.
“It all started when I put out
“My dad was a ski bum in
a Craigslist ad,” said Norm Neal, WestSide VolksWagen Club
Aspen and he owned it before
president and coffee meet creator.
me,” said Mason Getz, who was
“There was only one other club in
attending his first VW meet. “It is
the area, LA Aircooled, and they
a 1967 Volkswagen Type 2 and I
told me that my rat bug wasn’t
bought it in 1978, a little bit after
cool enough to be in their club. So
high school. I saved up money
I decided to put on my own meet.”
and I think I bought it for $1,600.” Getz’s experience with his
The first WestSide VW Coffee
VW has spanned decades and
Meet took place six years ago in the parking lot of a Marina Del Rey deli with 14 cars and lasted three gatherings before
Photos by Brady Pieper | bpieper3@msudenver.edu
A red Volkswagen Beetle is parked on the Santa Monica Pier for the monthly WestSide VW Coffee Meet on Jan. 5. Attendees were given donuts, coffee and plenty of time to network with other car junkies.
gone through three engine blocks, two coats of paint and one interior remodel. The vehicle
being chased out by security for taking up too much space, Neal
endless repairs. The bus has
The biggest issue is making
and taking the Pacific Coast
to be a mechanic,” Camarena
lacks interior insulation around
said. The meet tried to test a few
sure they avoid the gang
Highway to Mexico, is one of his
said. “These cars allow you to be
the roll cage, which you don’t
locations before finding its happy
politics common within the
favorite Volkswagen memories.
that mechanic that you wanted.
see often in buses, so Getz used
home on the Santa Monica Pier.
low rider scene and traditional
Just putting things together
a DIY solution — he lined the
and you see a bunch of cars from
and as long as you’re willing
inner frame with beer cans.
everywhere and different stops,”
to find the problems with it.”
“We’re one of the bigger clubs in Westside now,” Neal said.
car clubs, Neal said. Fortunately for the VW meet,
“There’s at least, like, 20 stops
Besides their curbside appeal,
The countless stories of
“There’s a lot of old, really well-
most people attend to show off
Camarena said. “It’s a meet-up
established VW clubs in LA, and
their VW’s and bask in the passion
every single stop. So, you kinda
the ease of repair and availability
Volkswagen culture what it is: a
they’re giving us a lot of respect
and stories of other owners.
bring people along for the ride and
of parts make VWs some of
community of improvisors and
it’s just a bunch of Volkswagens.”
the cheapest cars to drive on
people working against daily
The connection that owners
the road. The average cost of
repairs and highway breakdowns to be in a tier of their own.
because we are coming up fast and we’re trying to do it the right way.”
The VW coffee meet attracts people from around southern
VW owners are what make
California to the iconic pier,
feel is a part of the journey, he
repair for Beetle owners is less
go hand-in-hand. There are
giving them the chance to pull
said. The feeling that somebody
than $260 a year, according to
six Volkswagen car clubs in
their wagons around town.
gets from owning, operating
YourMechanic.com. That’s well
owner’s goal is the same as
and repairing a VW brings
below the national average of
Getz’s, “To keep ‘er on the road.”
them back to a similar time.
$408, according to Liberty Mutual.
Car clubs and Los Angeles
the California, according to
VW Beetle owner George
Californiacarclubs.com. But
Camarena drove for an hour
avoiding trouble has always
from Port Hueneme to attend the
been a concern for Neal and
event. He said that the Treffen run,
were a little kid. When you just
by the thought of owning a
the monthly VW meet.
starting on the border of Canada
played with cars and you wanted
Volkswagen and when the
“It takes you back to when you
A row of various Volkswagen buses are parked on the Santa Monica Pier during the WestSide VW Coffee Meet in Santa Monica, California on Jan. 5.
And ultimately every VW
Camarena was enticed
Jaeger the dog sits inside a red Volkswagen Beetle at the Santa Monica Pier for the WestSide VW Coffee Meet in Santa Monica, California on Jan. 5.
JANUARY 22, 2020
REVIEWS
9
Mac Miller’s “Circles” is stunning in so many ways By William Satler
release. Twelve songs with
“Everybody” and a catchy beat
wsatler@msudenver.edu
49 minutes’ worth of music
on “Woods” are strong tracks
are quintessential Mac Miller
in the middle of the album that
sound and something more.
continue Miller’s strong message:
Malcolm McCormick, better known as Mac Miller, made
The album’s opening song and
Running in circles trying to
music that was praised for his
title track, “Circles,” brings the
openness about his depression
listener into Miller’s head talking
and drug addiction.
about how he feels his life is going
Miller’s troubling mental health
get out of his own head. Another song that truly depicts
His soothing melodies were
in circles, and he can’t seem to get
issues is “That’s On Me.” With a
groundbreaking and caught the
out of it. It is sung over a slow beat
chorus that reads, “That’s on me,
ears of many young people across
with shimmering synths that are
that’s on me, it’s all my fault,” you
America through his rise to stardom
an appropriate opening to what the
can see an acceptance of where he is
over his five studio albums.
album has in store for the listener.
mentally despite his constant efforts
So it’s no surprise that “Circles,”
The next notable song comes
to escape the trouble he’s facing.
Miller’s sixth album which
on track three with “Blue World,”
was released on Jan. 17 — 16
which is the fastest track on the
“Hands,” is the most traditional,
months after his death — brings
album. Its upbeat tones battle with
Mac Miller-esque song on the
listeners deep into the head of
lyrics that bounce back and forth
album. The playful beat is
an incredible young man who
between reflecting on what he has
reminiscent of his early mixtapes
was still finding his groove.
and what he still wants to get.
and, while the lyrics on “Hands”
“Circles,” the follow-up to his
The lone single off the album,
The next song on the album,
aren’t a true display of the rapping
previous album, “Swimming,” was
“Good News,” was the first song
skill he possessed, it is his best
completed after Miller’s passing in
released from Miller’s camp since
display of that skill on “Circles.”
2018 by producer Jon Brion, who
his death, creating a major buzz.
made sure the album was polished
But rightfully so, as “Good News,”
the most emotional of the album
and ready for the world to listen to.
accompanied by a music video
and was played at his celebration
sad that we won’t be able to hear
artists to create the sounds they
He did just that, as “Circles”
featuring animations depicting
of life concert following his death.
what else he may have created
make today, he will continue
is finding its way into the hearts
positive parts of the world, is the
The chorus, “Once a day, I try, but
if he was still with us today.
to impact the music world well
of Miller’s fans and into the
album’s best song. The message
I can’t find a single word,” shows
“Circles” is so much more than
past his time. Rest easy, Mac.
ears of those who hadn’t been
behind “Good News” is strong
the battle Miller faced to try and
just an album to some of Miller’s
particularly fond of his music.
too. The song talks about how,
break out of his circle of troubles.
fans and for that, it is incredible.
Miller’s upbeat, but chilling,
despite all the good things
The final track, “Once a Day,” is
Miller, who would have turned
Photo from Warner Records
Late musician Mac Miller’s album, “Circles,” released on Jan. 17. The album is 12 songs long.
“Circles” should be in the
sound radiated through all
surrounding him, he still can’t
28 on Jan. 19, still had room to
running for Album of the Year
of his albums and mixtapes,
keep his negative thoughts away.
grow as an artist. Mac’s sound is
when the time comes. Even
at its best on “Circles,” and it’s
though Miller inspired many
and it continues in his newest
Minimal piano keys on
Eminem’s new album is disappointing at best shootings to call for gun control.
By James Burky jburky@msudenver.edu
sexually harassing women. It’s an
Eminem using his platform to
out-of-date trope that could pass as
advocate for change while balancing
funny in 2000, not in 2020. Therein
it with enjoyable song composition
lies the issue with this album —
music world with the release of his
is unexpected, given the course
Eminem’s music makes it clear that
11th studio album, “Music to Be
of his last two albums. But both
the genre has evolved past him.
Murdered By,” on Jan. 17. But the
of those aspects are sparse.
Rapper Eminem surprised the
album’s sophomoric and half-baked
Eminem only dates
Each second of triumph on
himself when he spits the
material is no surprise, even if it’s
“Darkness” is overshadowed by
following bar on “Marsh.”
better than his last two releases.
grating choruses and immature
Twenty years ago, there were few
“So all of y’all can just suck
lyrics throughout most of the other
a penis/I’ll do the opposite/Eat
rappers who could find the balance
21 tracks. The album’s pop-rap song
you pussies like cunnilingus.”
of mainstream and critical success
structures — Intro-Verse-Chorus-
that Eminem did. His early releases
Verse-Chorus — aren’t inherently
insults in 2000, it worked. Eminem
are essential for any hip-hop fan.
bad, but no one wants to listen to
was a nasal-voiced white kid
the same, tired shtick for 64 minutes.
from Detroit who didn’t give a
But the train lost steam and crashed in magnificent fashion.
Eminem tries to recreate the
When he dropped these
damn about anything. Now, he’s
“Revival,” released in 2017, was a
woke magic on “Step Dad,” a
almost 50 and has been through
critical failure. His 2018 follow up,
song that details parental abuse.
fatherhood, divorce, drug abuse
“Kamikaze,” is a pathetic temper
The verses are chilling and
and superstardom. It’s the rap
tantrum he threw in response to
reminiscent of classic-Shady, but
sheet of a wise man, but he disses
the negative reaction to “Revival.”
the poetry in the chorus is similar
like an angry middle-school boy.
That leads us to “Music to Be Murdered By.” From the sounds of a woman being stabbed on the
Photo from Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records and Shady Records
Storied musician Marshall Mathers, better known as Eminem, released his 11th studio album, “Music to Get Murdered By,” on Jan. 17.
to an eighth-grader in English
hop’s past. And on “Music to
I hate my, my stepdad/So tonight
Be Murdered By,” we see the
I’m saying/Bye-bye stepdad.”
hope that he can change with
first track, “Premonition (Intro),”
legend for a reason and this album
chops by taking us into the mind
and sampled narration from
has moments that show artistic
of the perpetrator of the 2017 Las
Alfred Hitchcock, it’s clear that
growth, and its horrorcore concept
Vegas Shooting, the deadliest
prevalent on the record than the
Eminem is done throwing fits and
is one of the most ambitious
mass shooting in U.S. history.
implied-Hitchcock aesthetic.
is ready to deliver an experience.
approaches of his career.
The maturity in his delivery and
It’s refreshing to hear that
The lead single, “Darkness,”
Eminem is a relic of hip
class than a legendary rapper: “I,
Sophomoric lyrics are more
On “Those Kinda Nights,” a
unfolding of the events is chilling.
party track with a grating refrain
Eminem has moved on from his
is the peak of “Murdered By.”
To wrap it up, the song ends with
from Ed Sheeran, Eminem calls
“Revival” phase. This man is a
Eminem flashes his storytelling
an audio reel from other mass
upon his old smartass charm by
the times but are left wondering if he should just stay behind.
SPORTS
10
JANUARY 22, 2020
A guide to X Games 2020 Aspen
X GAMES FACTS
Craig McMorris, an X
What: The 24th edition of
By Brady Pieper
Games analyst for ESPN, in
bpieper3@msudenver.edu
an X Games official video.
the Aspen X Games. Where: Aspen, Colorado When: Jan. 23-26 How long: 15.5 hours of live events
“They saw the traction that It’s the time of year to
guys like Marcus Kleveland
suffer through Interstate
and Fridtjof Tischendorf
70 traffic, shred some
were getting by just
snow and jam out to
posting really insane tricks
concerts on the base of
off a lump of snow.”
Buttermilk Mountain.
X GAMES FAQ Where can I watch X Games Aspen 2020?
The Knuckle Huck was
Some of the biggest
added to the snowboard
names in music and
discipline in 2019 with
snow sports are coming
Tischendorf taking home
to Colorado as X Games
the gold medal, but this
Aspen 2020 kicks off on
year looks to be one of the
Jan. 23 and ends Jan. 26.
most exciting ski events.
This year’s event boasts
For fans of high-flying
ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNEWS, ABC and on the ESPN App.
What mountains are used for X Games? Photo obtained from X Games Aspen 2020
The 24th winter X Games will be held in Aspen from Jan. 23-26. This year’s event features a strong musical festival with Rae Sremmurd, Alesso, Bazzi and Illenium while the sports include events in skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and snow biking.
talent on and off the snow
antics, The Real Cost Ski
with four performing
and Snowboard Big Air
musical groups and 18
competitions will see
different competitions.
athletes leap off an 80-foot
at high speeds doing
festivities lays host to
hybrid jump doing tricks
tricks off of metal ramps.
two electronic and dance
star Bazzi concludes the
mainstays with melodic
concerts at 4:30 p.m.
For the 24th installment of the annual snow sport
on their plummet to Earth.
enterprise, the X Games
Fans awaiting
The second, third and fourth days of X Games
bass producer Illenium
On Jan. 26, R&B/Pop
Long-time snowboarder
Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Snowmass and Buttermilk Mountain.
How many X Games athletes are from Colorado? There are 15 athletes from Colorado including one from Denver — Mark Wilson, a 36-year-old who competes in the Wendy’s Snow BikeCross.
is bringing in some new
dangerous trick
host musical performances
and Grammy-nominated
Jack Matrani hosts this
action to keep things fresh.
combinations should be
from some of the
producer Alesso on Jan.
season’s competitions. X
excited for the Monster
industry’s top names,
25 at 4:30 p.m. and 9:30
Games Aspen 2020 will be
department, the Ski
Energy Superpipe, where
starting with brothers
p.m., respectively.
broadcast for 15.5 hours
Knuckle Huck is making
competitors link tricks
Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee,
its first appearance. The
between a 567-foot
who make up the rap duo
the EDM scene with his
ESPN2, ESPNEWS and
knuckle is the rounded part
long and 66-foot wide
Rae Sremmurd. With their
2017 album “Ascend,”
ABC with competitions,
after the final jump on a ski
halfpipe, leaping over
Billboard chart-topping
which topped the
performances and X
hill — the goal being to do
22-foot high walls.
album “SremmLife” and
Billboard’s Top Dance
Games extras being
Billboard No. 1 single
Albums and iTunes Top
streamed to the @XGames
balance of snow, metal and
“Black Beatles,” the
Dance Albums charts.
YouTube, Facebook
FULL LIST OF EVENTS
ability to be mobile and
mettle, the Snowmobile
duo kick off their first-
Then, long-time Swedish
and Twitter pages.
Ski:
agile. They can add events
freestyle will satiate that
ever X Games set on
producer Alesso takes
and that’s what they did
desire as riders kareem
Jan. 24 at 10 p.m. The
the stage, concluding the
with Knuckle Huck,” said
down Buttermilk Mountain
second day of musical
third day of competition.
In the competition
tricks off of the knuckle.
And for those desiring a
“X Games has the
ROB ADELBERG On the snow bike, Rob Adelberg became the first athlete in history to earn five X Games medals in one calendar year in 2018.
Illenium has dominated
of live action on ESPN,
RAE SREMMURD Hip-hop artists Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee perform at 10 p.m. on Jan. 24.
CASSIE SHARPE
EDM artist, Illenium performs at 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 25.
ALESSO ALEX FERREIRA Ferreira is from Aspen and is competing in the Great Clips Men’s Ski Superpipe in 2020. He won gold in the same event in 2019.
Grammy-nominated producer and electronic music titan, Alesso headlines at 9:30 p.m. on Jan. 25.
Competing in snowmobile freestyle, Turcotte was the first to land a backflip on a snow bike in 2016
• The Real Cost Big Air (Men’s & Women’s) • Knuckle Huck • Jeep Slopestyle (Men’s & Women’s) • Great Clips SuperPipe (Men’s & Women’s) • Special Olympics Unified Giant Slalom
• The Real Cost Men’s Big Air • Pacifico Women’s Big Air • Wendy’s Knuckle Huck • Rail Jam • Jeep Slopestyle (Men’s & Women’s) • Monster Energy SuperPipe (Men’s & Women’s) • SuperPipe Session • Special Olympics Unified Giant Slalom
Snowmobile: • Freestyle
Snow bike:
BAZZI BRETT TURCOTTE
Live from 192 countries and territories from Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, New Zealand and Africa.
Snowboard:
ILLENIUM
On the ski halfpipe, she’s the reigning Olympic champion and hails from Comox, British Columbia, Canada
How many countries will X Games be televised to?
R&B/Pop superstar Bazzi finishes off the lineup at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 26.
• • • •
Wendy’s Snow BikeCross Snow Bike Best Trick Adaptive Snow BikeCross Para Snow BikeCross
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Illustrations by Zhen Tang ztang@msudenver.edu
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SPORTS
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JANUARY 22, 2020
A non-sports person’s guide to hockey Why I got into hockey even though it’s bloody and gross By Megan Webber
lot of criticism over the
year in a row at 13.378
the aforementioned man
player on the team, and
mwebber6@msudenver.edu
past couple of weeks
seconds around the
in heavy gear between
he’s easy to spot since he
for his weakening track
rink, according to NHL.
you and the net. Yet in
averages 21 minutes on the
record and the number of
com. That adds up to
his past two seasons,
ice per game, according
Neither was I. And then I
games he’s missed due
about 30 mph, which is
MacKinnon has slid past
to Hockey Reference. Just
started going to Colorado
to injuries, but he’s still
unfathomable to me, an
that man and won the
look for the big number 29.
Avalanche games.
an exciting performer.
average human being.
game 18 times, according
Not into sports?
All I knew about hockey
He sits so calm and
There’s also a lot of
I’ve even warmed up to
SPORTS BRIEFS Moreno earns RMAC Men’s Track Athlete of the Week A strong weekend for MSU Denver men’s indoor track and field team was led by Said Moreno,
to ESPN, and only the
the violence aspect. Part
who earned the RMAC’s award for
before my first game was
stealthy, like a cat waiting
skill required just to push
Lightning’s Brayden Point
of me hates promoting
Men’s Track Athlete of the Week
that it can be violent and
to pounce. He’s also the
a puck across an ice rink.
has scored more, at 19.
violence, but I can respect
after his strong performance in the
bloody. It reminded me of
only player on the team
I’ve tried it just to see if it’s
MacKinnon is the most
the fact that it’s part of the
Chadron State Open. He helped the
rough sports like wrestling
that the crowd interacts
as easy as the Avs make
exciting Avalanche skater
game. I’ve only actually
Roadrunners win the 4x400 relay
and boxing where men
with, which makes him the
it look, and it’s not. Not
to watch, as arguably the
seen blood once when
and took second place in the 200.
basically try to kill each
most fun to watch so that
to mention getting it past
fastest and most skilled
Samuel Girard took a high
He set the school record in the 500
other for fun. It did not
you can shout his name
stick to the face on New
meter race earlier in the season.
sound like my thing.
when he saves a goal.
Years Eye. Remarkably,
If I hadn’t been trying
He can also do the
he was back on the ice
to impress a guy, I never
splits while wearing
with tissues stuffed up
would’ve let myself be
seven-pound goalie pads,
his nose within minutes.
dragged to a myriad of
and have you ever seen
The kind of person who
sporting events. Most
Simone Biles do that?
would do that is either
of them I hated, but
As much as I love
passionate or insane.
not hockey. As a new,
Grubauer, watching one
self-proclaimed Avs
guy stand still for three
rules. Baseball is too slow.
fan — I have the Nathan
hours can get boring,
Basketball is the same
MacKinnon jersey to
especially when there
old, same old. But I’ve
prove it — here’s what
is ice skating going on
managed to find a sport I
I like to watch for in
ten feet away. The speed
can connect with, so at the
a hockey game.
that hockey players are
next Avs game, look for
In a sport that moves
Football has too many
capable is incredible.
too fast to really watch, the
Last year, the Edmonton
only constant is the goalie.
Oilers’ Connor McDavid
Avs goaltender Philipp
became the NHL’s fastest
Grubauer has received a
hockey skater for the third
Photo logo obtained from Colorado Avalanche
The NHL’s Colorado Avalanche is Denver’s professional hockey team. They currently have the second best record in the Western Conference and are led by star players Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar.
me in the stands. I’ll be the
Walker, Jeter elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
Women’s basketball
Men’s basketball
Who: Colorado State University-Pueblo
Who: Colorado State University-Pueblo
Where: Massari Arena | Pueblo
Where: Massari Arena | Pueblo
When: Jan. 17
When: Jan. 17
51
Roadrunners:
57
Wolves:
61
Roadrunners:
65
Who: New Mexico Highlands University
Who: New Mexico Highlands University
Where: Wilson Complex | Las Vegas, N.M.
Where: Wilson Complex | Las Vegas, N.M.
When: Jan. 18
When: Jan. 18
Cowboys:
43
Roadrunners:
77
Cowboys:
80
Roadrunners:
51
MSU Denver Athletics. “JaNaiya
halftime and never looked back.
scoring 22 points, shooting
By Will Satler
Davis had 25 points, but she
It was also one of their most
4 of 7 from 3 point range.
wsatler@msudenver.edu
really had to work for them.”
efficient nights of the season,
Sophomore Morgan Lewis MSU Denver’s women’s
“I loved the grit that our
shooting 56.6% from the field.
team played with,” head
bounced back for a strong
Lewis followed up her strong
coach Michael Bahl told MSU
basketball team put together
performance against the
performance on Jan. 17 with 11
Denver Athletics. “Our bench
back to back wins for the first
Wolves, with 16 points and a
points and seven rebounds.
was engaged and we fought
time since their first two Rocky
career-high 10 rebounds.
Mountain Athletic Conference
Eleven different players
After a stellar showing at
until the end. I couldn’t be
home before their four-game
more proud of our team with
matchups. With two road
scored against New Mexico
road trip, the MSU Denver
all the adversity we have
victories, the Roadrunners
Highlands the following night,
men’s basketball team split
overcome so far this year.”
improved to 7-10 overall,
led by senior Bree Wellington’s
their weekend of games
6-5 in the RMAC with sole
14 points on 6 of 7 shooting.
against CSU-Pueblo and
big with free throws in the final
New Mexico Highlands.
seconds to bring home the win.
possession of 8th place. Sophomore guard Jaiden
“We did what we needed to do,” Haave said. “I’m
In the first of the two
Junior Maris Colton came up
On Jan. 18, New Mexico
Galloway recorded a career-high
really pleased with the way
matchups, the Roadrunners
Highlands came out on fire
7 steals against CSU-Pueblo,
we approached it. It would
roared out to a 43-28 halftime
to a 21 point halftime lead.
tying an MSU Denver record.
have been easy to take
lead over the Wolves and
this game lightly, but our
were able to withstand their
high 21 points weren’t enough
players didn’t do that.”
second-half comeback.
for the Roadrunners and they
“She really did an outstanding job of leading us,” head coach Tanya Haave told
The Roadrunners led 43-17 at
Druce Asah came up big,
The MSU Denver men’s tennis team took an early lead against the NCAA Division I Southern Utah University, but lost 4-3. The Roadrunners won 2 of 3 doubles matches, but Southern Utah earned four singles victories. MSU Denver men’s tennis continues their tough schedule as they next take on University of Denver on Jan. 24 at Denver Tennis Park at 11 a.m.
one waving at Grubauer.
MSU Denver athletics scoreboard
Wolves:
Roadrunners tennis falls just short against Southern Utah
Garrett Carter’s career-
shot 30.5% from the field.
Former Colorado Rockies outfielder Larry Walker and New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter were elected by Baseball Writers Association of America on Jan. 21. Walker, who was in his last year on the ballot, is the first Rockies player to be elected into the Hall of Fame and became the second Canandian-born player to be selected with 76.6% of the vote. Jeter fell one vote short of a unanimous selection with 99.7% of the vote in his first year on the ballot.
49ers, Chiefs to meet in Super Bowl LIV Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida will be host to the 54th Super Bowl when the San Fransisco 49ers meet the Kansas City Chiefs. The last time the Chiefs played in the Super Bowl was the 1969-70 season while the 49ers last played in the 2012-13 season.
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JANUARY 22, 2020
Overheard
Horoscopes
“It’s pee-con, like a urine convention.” “Editors stick together. Fathers move away.”
Capricorn
Cancer
You’re feeling very energetic this week, so go for a walk or work out to keep yourself healthy.
You have a lot of tasks that need to be completed this week, but remember to pace yourself.
“He’s pulling your pickle, bro.” “Is big man a position?” “I have no strong feelings, but I like meat.”
Top 5
Aquarius
Leo
This week you have high expectations of conversations with loved ones. You need to relax a little and learn to let go of expectations.
A vacation is in store for you, Leo, so don’t feel bad about splurging on those travel books. This week will be all about planning for you.
Pisces
Virgo
That pile of paperwork on your kitchen table is boring, but completing it will open opportunities for fun! Invite some friends to go with you.
This will be a busy week for you. Friends might come asking for help, but you’ll enjoy aiding them, even if it takes up more time than you’d like.
Aries
Fictional teachers
You have a lot on your plate this week, but don’t try to take on too much. You don’t want to overwork yourself on the first week of school.
1. Miss Frizzle 2. Albus Dumbledore 3. Walter White
You’ll be distracted this week, Libra. You might be asked to spend some time with your family. Don’t beat yourself up for letting your mind wander.
Taurus
Scorpio
Inspiration will hit this week, so don’t stop yourself from letting the creativity flow, whatever that means for you.
Your house will be full of activity this week. With all the commotion, remember to take a walk before bed so you can sleep.
4. Ms. Norbury 5. Prometheus
Libra
Gemini
Sagittarius
A group you are affiliated with may ask you to complete some tasks for them this week. Don’t be shy, it could open up some new doors for you.
Someone might call you this week and take up too much of your time. Don’t feel bad about telling them you need to leave.
Photo of the Week Student media offices are a place to grow professionally and personally.
Metropolitan wishing Kaileigh luck. “We have grown together as professionals,
While some students only linger for a
people and friends and I can’t wait to
semester or two, others stay long enough
see what you do next,” she wrote.
to leave something behind. Our photo
Kaileigh also inspired new
editor, Kaileigh Lyons, will step down
photojournalists to come into the career.
this week to pursue something closer to
Her assistant, Joel Mathew, said he
her field of study, social work. Kaileigh
learned many skills as her assistant.
brought a passion for photojournalism, a
“I want to thank her personally for being
determination to excel and a practiced eye
a good friend and photography mentor,” he
to The Metropolitan during her time here.
wrote to The Metropolitan. “I will dearly miss
She was also one of our favorite people to work with. Our former Editor-
her and her talent is noticed by many.” This photo was a finalist for the Society of
in-Chief and Kaileigh’s mentor, Ali C.
Professional Journalists’ Mark of Excellence
M. Watkins, wrote a message to The
Award for Large Feature Photography in 2019. Photo by Kaileigh Lyons | klyons9@msudenver.edu
Easy
Medium
Hard
Answers:
Do you have a funny quote you overheard on campus or an interesting photo you just have to share? Submit to Managing Editor Megan Webber at mwebber6@ msudenver.edu.
Anngela Burt performs an acrobatic routine during a MarchFourth concert at the Bluebird Theater on Sept. 7, 2018.
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