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Thursday, February 19, 2015

Solemn gathering in memory of the slain

By SARAH MALLICK Staff Writer Three Muslim-American students at UNC-Chapel Hill were killed execution style, in their apartment complex, on Feb. 11.

Neighbor Craig Hicks shot the students over an argument that police reports and media say stemmed from a parking dispute, but others are calling it a hate crime. There is speculation that the three victims were targeted because of their appearance and religion. Deah Barakat and Yusor and Razan Abu-Salha have been described as compassionate, beautiful, and brilliant people.

Barakat was a second-year dental student at UNC-Chapel Hill, who formed a non-profit; Project Refugee Smiles is dedicated to providing dental care to Syrian refugees and their children. He helped raise money to aid those most in need and fixed their smiles. Thanks to his efforts, those children will have a better quality of life. Yusor Abu-Salha married Barakat in December, and planned to study dentistry at UNC. Her sister, Razan Abu-Salha, was a creative artist who majored in architecture and environmental design. They were both honor students and dedicated to community service.

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Invisible Boyfriend, Girlfriend: The SLU origins of popular apps

By TIM WILHELM News Editor

For Tyler Sondag, a marketing strategist in the John Cook School of Business’s Center for Entrepreneurship, an invisible creation has reaped very visible rewards and visible amounts of attention. The “Invisible Boyfriend” and “Invisible Girlfriend” apps, which he developed with a team during St. Louis Startup Weekend in 2013, have garnered significant media attention since their inception.

During Startup Weekend, ideas are pitched Friday night and teams are formed; participants work all day Saturday developing their ideas, and present them on Sunday.

First, second and third place winners are then announced.

Invisible Girlfriend came in first place at the 2013 Startup Weekend. Widespread media coverage ensued, with articles in St. Louis Business Journal, Riverfront Times, TIME and Mashable. Sondag woke up one morning to see his face on the front page of Buzzfeed. Comedy Central, NPR, Queen Latifah and Conan O’Brien also featured the app team. Only two weeks prior to speaking to the UNews, the team appeared on “The Today Show”.

The apps allow users to choose the appearance, name, age, hometown and personality of their invisible boyfriend or girlfriend.

Sondag initially entered the world of apps while still studying at SLU. “My freshman year I got the nickname “So Much Swag” on Facebook and…six and a half years later, that’s still my middle name [on Facebook].

Around sophomore year people started asking me how much “swag” I had, because people started knowing me by this nickname, and I couldn’t find a way to tell them how much “swag” I had. Then people started answering for me and saying ‘so much.’ And I said, well, there’s got to be a way that you can quantify how much “swag” somebody has—and I was joking, of course—but I came up with this idea at the time. It’s when the iPhone was just becoming popular, [and] when Twitter started to become pretty successful, and you had apps…I mean, everybody was doing apps at the time. Apps were very trendy, apps were very hot, and I started pitching this idea. That’s one of the fundamental pieces of entrepreneurship: if you have an idea, you start telling people about it, and that’s exactly what I did. Eventually I pitched to the right person, and the right person ended up giving me the money I needed to start the company. So I did an app called “Swagulator”…it calculated how much “swag” you had based on how you answered questions. That was really what got my foot in the door, especially in the tech world.”

From this beginning, Sondag embarked on a study of what he calls the “ecosystem” of entrepreneurship. “I love solving problems, and I love solving quirky, goofy things,” he said. “And that’s exactly what “Invisible Girlfriend” is, you know? Not everybody uses it, not every-

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Provost search continues

By KATHERINE KELLIHER Associate Arts Editor

An open forum for the third provost candidate, Darrell Radson, Ph.D., was held in the BSC on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Members of the Saint Louis University community including faculty, students and staff questioned Radson on a variety of topics, including diversity, adjunct faculty and strategic planning.

Radson began the forum with a general overview of his past experience, credentials and vision for the provost position. If accepted, he plans to establish a solid culture of lay leadership. He placed a strong emphasis on the importance of developing a community of ideas.

That, he said, is the only way

innovation is going to happen.

Radson quickly summed up SLU’s current status: “New president. New spirit.

New outlook.” He described the position of provost as a type of leadership position responsible for the growth of the people, as well as the community. A heavy emphasis on establishing a culture of trust was mentioned throughout his speech.

Radson earned his Ph.D. in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. He stated that knowledge in industrial engineering helped him observe how things can improve.

He is familiar with the importance of a Jesuit education. He previously worked as associate dean at

John Carroll University, a Jesuit institution in Cleveland, Ohio. It was in that position with a Jesuit institution when he realized his admiration for building a community of ideas and support.

Radson acknowledged that he is proud of his experience with a wide variety of institutions – large, small, private, public – and as a variety of position – faculty member, associate dean and dean.

“I think it is important for a provost to understand the challenges of all positions,” Radson said.

Radson also made a connection between his experience as a business dean and how that training can contribute to a provost position. With a desire to establish more multidisciplinary

and collaborative programs throughout SLU, Radson described his appreciation for project-based learning opportunities and how they are important for students. Specific to his plans for interacting with SLU students, if elected as provost, he hopes to establish student advisory committees and work in relation with the Student Government Association.

Radson spent the remaining time of the forum answering various questions.

One question asked for Radson’s view on how to ensure diversity amongst staff and the student body. He responded that studies show

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Ryan Quinn / Photo Editor

Open forum: Darrell Radson is the third in a series of visiting candidates for the position of provost.

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How to you plan on making students more involved in SGA? I would

Transportation. students, and ... ‘How do we get off campus?’ whether that’s service … [or] entertainment opportunities. …

How do we provide free events and free transportation to get students out there?

to do other service opportunities within the different neighborhoods … but then again, it’s transportation; how do we get

I want students to see SGA not as a group of people, who sit in a room, in

having students get familiar with who their SGA senator is…because the sole purpose of SGA is to represent those voices and concerns, but if the students don’t

legislation that tells them what to say, ‘Those are my friends, who want the best for me. I trust them, and I

everyone has the outlet to express themselves as they want.

The whole platform that we’re going for is called “together.”

We’ve gone to about 18 student organizations, and one of our greatest outreaches is actually going to student organizations

we can’t really function as a group…

We’ve gone to huge clubs [and] small clubs…and hearing what their objectives are.

advocating for my interest[s].’

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and the funding process easier to navigate for student organizations. I will introduce programs I deem necessary in order to do so. With a better understanding of the funding process from both sides, I

committee and into the funding process. I want to get

to fund the greatest number of events possible.

I also plan on lowering the amount spent to be increase the number of event records and therefore increase accountability during annual funding.

I have many great changes in mind for Saint Louis University. I plan to include all students in the decisions the Wellness Committee in addition to order for the Student body to fully understand what I have in plan. I will soon be posting a plan on my website. I have long list of amount will get approved by the Board of Trustees.

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but with this established history we might be streamline it. Right now there’s a probationary period of about a semester but we could make this faster if they have an established history already.

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How do you plan to inlcude international students in the SLU communiity?

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That newsletter needs to have more information and more deadlines for international students to be aware of. I also want to create more career fairs for international students. There’s only one right now and it’s pretty small; I want to get a bigger crowd of recruiters to it. I also would like to have bigger collaboration between international groups and noninternational groups, like sororities and Relay for Life for example.

Besides helping the international students to explore the American culture, I also think it’s very crucial to welcome them as their homes in the SLU community. I have worked with the OIS in the past as the International Ambassador and Mentor and they have done a great job in engaging the international students with the SLU community by creating events like “tastes of different nations”.

However, I can boost their process and suggest them to create more exciting and creative events.

SGA Position Descriptions: The President

VP for Academic Affairs

VP for Diversity and Social Justice

The president heads all meetings of the SGA Senate and has the ability to veto legislation passed by the Senate; this veto can be overridden, however, with a two-thirds majority vote by the Senate.

The president is also responsible for appointing committee chairs, and the president works closely with upper-level positions in the University administration.

The Vice President for Academic Affairs, in addition to being the chair of SGA’s academic affairs committee, is a cochair for the Upperclassmen Scholarship Selection committee. The VP also meets regularly with the University Vice President of Academic Affairs to ensure that student academic concerns are being voiced to the administration.

This position is mainly responsible for voicing issues of diversity and social justice that are important to students.

The VP for Diversity and Social Justice represents the student body on the University Sexual Assault Policy Review Board, chairs the Sexual Assault Prevention Assembly, and is required to

VP of Student Organizations

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The Vice President of Student Organizations is responsible for being in contact with the leaders of chartered student organizations to ensure that such organizations maintain up-to-date

The VP for Finance chairs two SGA committees: Finance and Wellness. In addition, this VP is responsible for the money acquired through the Student Activity Fee; the position maintains the SGA budget for the school year.

by-case basis.

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I’m actually a student in Doisy, the health sciences college, so I see a lot of issues with having a strict, set core curriculum, because we have very specialized majors over there. And I know that there are a lot of specialized majors throughout the rest of the university as well. And so I see a really great opportunity to unify the university in a new way, with this new idea of a core curriculum, because we have the opportunity to enhance the Jesuit values through classes that will also prepare students to go out into the world.

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Diversity to me is automatically associated with inclusion. A presenter from the Cross Cultural Center said it well: You can’t have diversity without having people together, working together. The idea behind it is that unless you work together for the same cause, you have no purpose and you don’t have diversity. For me, everyone is diverse. Growing up a different way from someone else is diverse. The way you think makes you diverse.

I think that diversity is strength.

In a pluralistic community, everyone is able to contribute, bringing in different passions and beliefs which ultimately create a stronger and more inclusive environment at SLU.

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Provost: Third candidate speaks to SLU community

Thursday, Feb. 12

9:00 a.m. Found Property

Food court staff turned in a backpack left behind yesterday. Contained misc. papers/supplies and a silver Macbook computer. Owner identified and contacted. Item placed in the DPS property section for safekeeping. The owner was identified as an international student. Tim Hercules from International Services was also contacted to assist with the language barrier.

Thursday, Feb. 12 12:38 p.m. TRESPASS

DPS officers responded to a complaint of a subject on the soccer field dancing and behaving suspiciously. Upon arrival, the subject initially ignored officer Dalton and walked toward Olive/Compton Garage. He was stopped in the rear of McDonnell Douglas Hall. Subject initially stated he was a graduate studetn but had not ID and could not provide a Banner #. A check of people finder and pro-watch was negative for the name provided. Subject gave verbal pedigree info which returned multiple warrants and a caution for armed and dangerous. Subject placed under arrest and SLMPD called. Subject searched incident to arrest where is ID was found matching the information provided.

for discussion and collaboration of ideas. His response that unconscious bias is concluded with an emphasis present among admissions of the importance of shared pro cesses , governance and he talkto a univered about sity, saying I think it is importhe importhat shared tance of retant for a provost governance moving that allows for to understand the bias. disagreechallenges of all A sepam e n t , positions. rate queswhich is imtion asked portant. for Rad-Darrell Radson, T h e son’s vision questions Provost candidate of shared co nt i nu e d governance. with the isR adson sue of leadmade a correlation between ership relations toward staff. shared governance and In response, he recognized transparency, claiming they the importance of a culture go “hand-in-hand.” He acof mutual respect within any knowledged the amount of university. Radson drew atintelligent people who work tention to a current respect at a University and the need issue at SLU between admin-

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Officers responding to burglary alarm for the rare books room found large quantities of water leaking from the building, both exterior and interior. Source was found to be a hot water pipe feeding the heater coil in the 3rd floor maintenance room within Digital Humanities room 324. The bulk of the damage was near the 2nd floor ramp leading to the Lewis Annex; no books have been or appear to be at risk for damage at this time. CATCO currently en route. Alpha Pages sent. Report assigned to 223 BPO Skiles and will be written on his next shift later tonight.

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Discussion: Radson stressed the importance of transparency within the administration.

Vigil: Students gather in solidarity for victims

Reflection: Muslim, non-Muslim students gathering at the clocktower while a Quran prayer verse is recited.

On Feb. 12, the Muslim Student Association at SLU (MSA) held a prayer vigil at the clock tower, in remembrance of Barakat, Yusor and Razan Abu-Salha.

The frigid temperature did not deter people from coming together in a show of solidarity. The St. Louis chapter of CAIR (the Council on American Islamic Relations) also sponsored the event.

Beginning with verses from the Quran, members of the MSA prayed for the victims and their families; then described Barakat,

Yusor and Razan Abu-Salha.

“In their own ways, these individuals exemplified our very own Jesuit Missionbeing men and women in service to their communities, both local and beyond…

Although their time in this world has come to an unexpected end, we stand in solidarity with their families and loved ones and all those who have had their lives unfairly cut short,” Mustafaa Mahmood, a senior member of MSA, told the audience.

Many attendees felt strongly about the tragedy and the status of American

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istration and staff. He emposition, to listen to their phasized the role of commugoals, and to try to imagine nity within a university and the kinds of leaders they the vital role staff plays on a will be. Dr. Radson was very daily basis. forthright in “We all answering have differour quesent respontions, and We all have differsibilities but I think event responsibilities we’re workeryone who but we’re working ing for the attended for the same team. same team.” learned He summed quite a lot up his reabout him.”

-Darrell Radson, sponse simRadson Provost candidate ply, “We are currently all in this toworks as gether.”

Dean of the O n e Foster Colmember of the audience in lege of Business at Bradley particular, professor and University. Extensive infordepartment chair Dr. Ellen mation about each provost Carnaghan, commented, “It candidate can be found on is wonderful to have the opthe Saint Louis University portunity to meet with the Provost Search webpage. candidates for the provost

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Muslims today.

“I believe I speak for most people when I say we felt rather numb after hearing about this devastating story.

In light of the limited media coverage, I believe that it was our duty as student leaders to voice our opinion and stand up for the innocent lives lost in Chapel Hill, regardless of what religion they were. Not only was this a [day of ] sorrow for Muslims, but for all of humanity. It was a beautiful sight to see the entire community come together in search of peace and prayer. We cannot belittle our efforts of organizing vigils like these, because it not only strengthens the community, but we were also blessed to raise over $400 on Deah [Barakat]’s behalf for his Syrian Relief initiative,” said Adil Husain, president of MSA. Many Muslims decried the lack of media coverage, believing it was indicative of a double standard for Muslim-Americans.

Amaly Yossef, a junior studying public health, said, “I am ashamed at the lack of media coverage this story had. If it [were] not for the spoken words of Muslims around the world on social media sites, such as Facebook and Twitter, no one would have even heard that this tragedy had happened.”

She continued saying, “Why wasn’t this story covered as breaking news on all media outlets? Why wasn’t the murderer labeled as a terrorist? Why is social media justifying this horrific act by stating it was over a parking dispute rather than

a hate crime? The double standards in our society today, has made it very difficult for Muslims to be accepted. We are being targeted and being labeled as terrorists.”

When asked about the role of Muslims in America today, Yossef replied, “As a Muslim in today’s society my goal has been to educate others. I want to change the narrative and educate the public about the true peaceful teachings of Islam.”

Yossef added, “I cannot be silent about Islamophobia, it is my duty to stand up as an American Muslim and practice my freedom of speech. For me, what it means to be an American Muslim is using my rights to promote peace, love, and compassion to all religions and faiths, and be accepted while doing so.”

Others shared snippets of life as American-Muslims today in the post-9/11 world.

One member of the MSA was told by an advisor to omit “Muslim Student Association” from his resume because of employer bias. Another stated that such shootings, harassment, and attacks are the reason why she stopped wearing hijab.

A freshman said she felt “disgusted by [the shootings]… I didn’t think the media did enough. I didn’t like that they made it about a parking dispute.”

After being asked what she would say to American Muslims, she replied, “Stay strong, remember we are all one community. One person’s actions don’t reflect the whole.”

body wants to use it, not everybody’s going to use it, but there are enough people out there to the point where it’s solving a significant problem for a significant amount of people.”

Sondag thinks St. Louis has significant potential within this “ecosystem.” “St Louis is going to be a hub for entrepreneurship,” he said.

“It is already right now, but it’s not a major hub. It was just named the number-one place to start your startup

by Popular Mechanics last month.” He foresees great advances in the city’s status within three to five years.

Sondag sees his current work in the Center for Entrepreneurship- on a campus situated at the center of this city with so much potentialas a way of harnessing students’ own potential. “One of the things that I’ve become more passionate about since I’ve started working for SLU is the fact that—if you look at a college campus, SLU included of course, there’s every single element and every single aspect of a business… anything that you need, is on campus already,” he said.

“It would be absolutely

amazing to see what would happen if students said, ‘Oh! I have this idea, and what do I need to do in order to get this idea up and off the ground?’… If students started doing that, you wouldn’t have to look for jobs after school, because you could live wherever you wanted, you could do whatever you wanted to do…But people don’t think about that.”

Sondag wants students to grasp the universal nature of entrepreneurship. “A lot of students don’t realize that what they’re doing could have some kind of entrepreneurial tie,” he said. “You’d be amazed that when people graduate and they say, ‘Well, what am I going to do with this degree,’ or ‘how am I going to get a job,’ and that’s the thing with entrepreneurship…anything that is done, anything that has ever been done, has some form of entrepreneurship- when it comes to business at least.

Even if you’re an English major, even if you’re a psychology major, even if you’re a history major or whatever, you’re still going to go work for what? A company. Everything is a company; everything is a business.”

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Faculty recognizes local artists

Studio Art hosts annual invitational show

February 19, 2015 arts@unewsonline.com Maggie Needham, Arts Editor Katherine Kelliher, Assoc. Arts Editor

SNL celebrates 40 years of laughter

together as a “Weekend Update” dream team. My only complaint about that segment was it did not last long Like many of my friends, enough.

I had looked forward to the A touching “In Memo“Saturday Night Live 40th riam” paid tribute to some Anniversary Special” with of the late greats of SNL, inanticipation. On Sunday, cluding John Belushi, Gilda Feb. 15, I eagerly settled Radner and Chris Farley. The down to watch the threetribute ended on a genuinely and-a-half-hour special celcomedic note, however, by ebrating the past 40 years of including Jon Lovitz, who is the Emmy-award-winning notably not dead. comedy series. I was hooked Despite its lengthiness, I from the start of the red carfelt entertained throughout pet preshow. The sheer numthe special. I thought the ber of cast members, musical special’s length allowed it to guests and hosts all gathsufficiently highlight all the ered in one place was overmany eras of “Saturday Night whelmingly exciting. From Live.” It gracefully balanced the sentimental montages comedians and actors from to the revisited sketches to throughout the show’s histhe mixing of former stars tory, paying tribute to SNL with current ones, it was an old and new. Because of this, event that seemed more exit appealed to clusive than a wide range the Oscars. of audiences, It was also a somewhat The fact that [SNL] giving them each a taste shocking has remained so of the “Satreminder urday Night of the vast popular for so Live” they number of long is a testagrew up with. celebr itie s For me, who passed ment to the talent the special through of the show’s cast felt like both the portals a nostalgic of SNL on and crew. reminder of their paths the SNL of to fame. my childhood, as well as a “Saturday Night Live” is look into many of the great synonymous with musical sketches that occurred well guests, and it delivered on before my time. I will admit, that front as well. Legends as a younger viewer, some of Paul McCartney and Paul the references went over my Simon appeared onstage head. In this way, the special during the opening monoserved as a mini history leslogue and returned later son, allowing me to catch a for performances of their glimpse of SNL as it was beown. Miley Cyrus held her fore I began watching. own amongst these musical What amazed me most greats, delivering a surprisof all, however, was to think ingly tasteful rendition of that this hilarious show, this Simon’s “50 Ways to Leave show that I love and enjoy Your Lover.” This perfortoday, is a show that my parmance was, in my opinion, ents also grew up watching. the best musical number of The fact that it has remained the night (save, perhaps, Bill so popular for so long is a Murray’s “Jaws” love theme). true testament to the talent One of the best of the of the show’s cast and crew, show’s many montages inas well as to the ability of cluded audition reels of good comedy to transcend past SNL stars. I thoroughdifferences in age. ly enjoyed Andy Samberg All in all, the special was a and Adam Sandler’s “That’s wonderful and exciting tribWhen You Break,” a song ute to some of the best copaying homage to SNL stars medians of the past 40 years. busting up during sketches.

Here’s to hoping that the Tina Fey, Amy Poehler and next 40 will be just as great.

Jane Curtin also appeared

By SAMANTHA SUDDUTH Contributor

Local art: Two paintings by Tara McCarthy (above) and a ceramic piece by Dganit Moreno (below) feature among the artwork included in the SLU Invitational 2015, an art show in McNamee Gallery that displays work by select local artists. The diverse exhibition opens on Feb. 20 and runs until March 28.

By KATHERINE KELLIHER Associate Arts Editor

As the monotonous, dreary days of winter continue, Saint Louis University students search for new, interesting ways to avoid the cold. A free celebration of art makes an excellent escape from the mundane.

A variety of unique, talented artists will showcase pieces ranging in topic from endangered species to public transportation at the SLU Invitational 2015, located in the McNamee Gallery of the Samuel Cupples house. The SLU Studio Art faculty and staff invited a select number of artists, all of whom live intown, to display their work at the event. The exhibit will commence on Friday, Feb. 20, and last until Saturday, March 28. The opening reception of the show is Friday, Feb. 20, from 4:30-6:30 pm.

Many of the featured artists will be present at the event, along with their family and friends. Students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend and interact with the artists. This event is an excellent opportunity for students to network with upand-coming artists located around the St. Louis area.

Amy Bautz, Studio Art

Program Director and Associate Professor of Studio Art, strongly encourages students to attend the opening reception. “It’s an open event, we hope people will come for five minutes or thirty minutes — whatever they like.” Complimentary food and drinks will be provided.

The featured artists include: Todd Anderson, D. Lohr Barkley, Amelia-Colette Jones, Michael King, Tara McCarthy, Dganit Moreno, Ambica Prakash and Elisa Sugar. There is no unifying theme of the event; each artist will present 1-3 pieces. As far as what to expect for the Invitational, Bautz gave the description, “It’s always a surprise.”

There will be a diverse selection of pieces displayed throughout the exhibit.

Todd Anderson will feature wood-cuts with an environmental theme; D. Lohr Barkley will feature a site-specific installation created from found materials; Amelia-Colette Jones will feature multimedia pieces with sound; Michael King makes guitars and will showcase two guitars, as well as sketches of his work; Tara McCarthy will present paintings of endangered species; Dganit More-

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no specializes in ceramics and will present vessels; and Ambica Prakash is a graphic designer who will feature pieces of transit graphics.

The SLU Studio Art faculty does not choose artists based on specific criteria. Some faculty members choose artists who may be relevant to their class; others choose upcoming artists who need exposure.

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show will be open to the public Wednesdays through Fridays 12-4 pm and Saturdays 1-4 pm until the conclusion of the exhibit.

The Studio Art department hosts shows on a routine basis throughout the year.

Information about future events can be found on the SLU Fine and Performing Arts website.

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‘The Duff’ doesn’t deliver

By SHANNON GREGO Staff Writer

Coming to theaters Friday, Feb. 20, “The Duff ” is yet another film surrounding contemporary high-school life.

The film stems from a novel of the same name, written by then seventeen-year-old Kody Keplinger. “The Duff ” takes a look at some pretty big issues, including body image and cyber bullying, to name a few. However, where the film could have strived to alter these negative aspects of teenaged society, it instead felt more like a continuation of its components, never truly resolving the issues at hand.

“The Duff ” stars Mae Whitman, formerly of the television show “Arrested Development,” and film “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” as Bianca, a seemingly happy high-school student who finds out that she is the “designated ugly fat friend” of her friend group. From

the beginning, I had an issue together. Janney knows how with the term “DUFF” being to bring the laughs, especialused; I really hope that this ly in this type of film. Each is not the case in schools toacted as motivators for Biday. However, anca, at home I assumed and at school, that the term’s resp e ctively.

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hashtags, provided a relatable avenue to connect with the story. These are parts where the film shows promise.

Unfortunately, other elements of the film make it hard to truly connect with it or have it stand out amongst the plethora of other teenage-makeover stories. There were even some songs used in the film that immediately reminded me of other films.

I’m not sure if the songs were used as an ode to previous films, but I found myself wanting more originality with the soundtrack. Some camera shots and editing sequences reminded me of other films. There were chances here in which the camera work could have been different, yet it looked unexceptional.

The film’s main villain, Madison (Bella Thorne), was lackluster; her character never expanded as much as it could have. Most of the time, we see her forcing her way, but she never really

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Another teen movie: In “The Duff,” Protagonist Bianca (Mae Whitman) asks Wesley (Robbie Amell) to help her rid herself of her “designated ugly fat friend” reputation. feels that formidable.

As a whole, the film’s comedy-aspect lacked strengths; comprised of mild humor that worked, jokes that went too far, and gags that held too much time on

screen. To me, the latter two helped led the film toward its inadequacy.

Overall, the film attempted to tackle issues pertinent in society today, though not in the most effective manner.

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By KATHERINE KELLIHER Associate Arts Editor

The intense, somewhat disturbing relationship between “Fifty Shades of Grey” characters Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele appeared on the big screen just in time for the holiday of chocolate hearts, rose bouquets and romance.

Ironically enough, as “Fifty Shades of Grey” fans know, Christian Grey does not ‘do’ romance.

That doesn’t mean he isn’t capable of wining and dining his lady of choice, it just has to be under certain circumstances, or better yet, certain terms.

For those who have been living under a rock for the past couple of years and are unfamiliar with the most recent sensation, the storyline of “Fifty Shades of Grey” has caused quite a stir across the world.

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because I have read each book of the trilogy, and most of the vivid details in the book cannot be portrayed on a big screen.

For example, author E.L. James paints Christian Grey as a drop-dead gorgeous specimen, with a seductive voice and piercing eyes.

Actor Jamie Dornan (Christian Grey) simply does not fit that prototype.

In Dornan’s defense, this is a regular problem with any book-to-movie adaptation. Books allow the reader to imagine physical appearances and settings. It is impossible for a movie to deliver actors and actresses who fit the imagination of every reader.

The on-screen chemistry, or lack thereof, between Dornan and actress Dakota Johnson (Anastasia Steele) is another point of interest. E.L James describes the passion and intensity the characters feel for each other with vivid detail; that detail was not transferred onto the big screen.

Christian Grey’s dominant characteristics in the book are crowd pleasers, but he appears more stalkerlike in the film; not nearly as appealing. Anastasia Steele’s lip biting, an important aspect of the book, is barely noticeable in the film.

For as much physical acting as there is in the film, the characters’ body language toward each other is awkward. Even during intimate scenes, the characters seem more serious and moody than passionate.

The movie follows the book quite consistently, which may explain the lack of fluidity throughout the film.

Naturally, the book details character relations, which provides more conversation

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Dull relationship: Christian Grey (Jamie Dornan)’s eyes penetrate into Anastasia Steele (Dakota Johnson)’s. and context to scenes that would otherwise be confusing.

Ultimately, the storyline of Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele

is not meant for the big screen. People are better off spending their money on a copy of E.L’s book than the movie adaptation.

The Poetry S U N D A Y S @ 6 P M Poetry is anything and everything.

Abstract ideas fill the mind and then empty out; filling a blank page, line after line. When the thoughts stop flowing, we stop writing and call it poetry. Emily Dickinson, Robert Frost and Maya Angelou inspire minds and spirits alike, with awe for their written word. Bob Dylan’s lyrics are often noted for their poetic undertones. These selected few are known world-wide for their ability to capture hearts.

Poetry is harmony. It is a meal crafted to perfection. The flavors, textures and smells harmonize together to form one cohesive delicacy.

A poem is a combination of passions and thoughts derived from the right side of the mind.

This side contains bundles of colors, images, sights, and sounds flourishing together, every second of every day.

The ending sounds and syllables do not have to rhyme. Children’s ideas of poetry are skewed at a young age by teachers reciting “roses are red violets are blue”.

Poetry is a process. Think of pouring a glass of wine. One does not simply pour a glass of wine and drink it. Poetry needs to occur, first. The poem begins when the wine bottle is opened; the bottle stands alone to take its first breath; we pour the wine into a glass and observe its complexion, perhaps a smokey red or a sweet white; we slosh the wine around in the glass to release the builtup flavors; we let the aroma fill our nostrils, further intoxicating our senses and then finally, the wine wets our tongue.

Poetry wakens our inner spirit. Experiencing inner peace and feeling one with the earth can heighten our senses. A connection between the body, mind and spirit is poetry.

Walking along the water, the wind lightly lifting our hair, toes buried in the sand, the sound of the waves crashing against the shore, the scent of fresh sea salt in the air, that is poetry.

Dance is poetry in motion. The body moving to the beat and rhythm of music is magical. Whether the music is slow and sensual or fast and sharp, dancers mold their bodies to the sound and interpret the poetry.

Without poetry, people scuffle through the robotic motions of life. Poetry keeps us alive; alive with hope, alive with emotion, alive with wonder.

Katherine Kelliher

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college student, enters into a relationship with the successful, charming businessman Christian Grey. The dynamics of their relationship center on Christian’s want for Anastasia to be his submissive. Anything he says, goes; he ties her up, blindfolds her, and performs a variety of sexual acts of his choosing, with props. For the most part, Steele is onboard. Christian takes his sex life more serious than most, business contracts and all.

However, as with any storyline, conflict arises.

While the story unfolds, we learn of Christian’s troubled upbringing and Anastasia’s desire to ‘heal’ him, but he resists her affection.

The story has sparked discussion and criticism.

People like the book for its appeal to women’s sexuality and their desires; however, critics call attention to the oppression and abuse described in the book. The tale is not for the faint of heart, as certain parts are quite erotic; however, as the old saying goes, “if you can’t take the heat, get out of the kitchen.” Humans are sexual beings and may choose to act on their sexuality-with or without the use of handcuffs.

The E.L. James novel describes the evolution of the couple’s relationship as well; it is not simply a porn novel. However, the writing is certainly not awardwinning material.

But those who choose to read “Fifty Shades of Grey” do not reading it to appreciate English literature and quality writing- they read it for the entertainment.

In regards to the film, it left a lot to be desired.

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NCAA team of the week Women sweep A-10 weekly accolades

By LEXIE VASOS Associate Sports Editor

Coming off of a huge win against No. 20/21 George Washington, the women’s basketball team hit the road to play Davidson on Saturday, Feb. 14.

The opening period was close, with neither team leading by more than four. There were six ties and 12 lead changes. SLU led by three twice, both times following 3-pointers, one from freshman guard Jenny Vliet and one from freshman guard Jackie Kemph.

Davidson went on a 13-7 late-first-half run to go up 3330, but a layup from redshirt senior guard Desirae Ball and a jumper from sophomore forward Olivia Jakubicek gave the Billikens a 34-33 lead at the half.

The Billikens slowly pulled away in the beginning of the second and had a 50-42 lead with 10:52 remaining in the game. Sophomore center Sadie Stipanovich drained a basket to ignite a 20-5 scoring spree for SLU, which give the team a 68-47 lead that led to a 77-59 victory for the Billikens.

Stipanovich led the offense with 20 points and 8 rebounds, making it four games this season in which she has scored 20 or more points, while Vliet added 14 points and Jakubicek contributed 13.

This victory improved the Bil-

liken’s record to 13-12 overall and 6-6 in the A-10. Another notable for the game is the fact that the Bills have scored in the 70s in four consecutive games for the first time since the 2006-07 season. The Billikens are also above the .500 mark after 25 games for the first time since 2002-03 and shot a season-high 53.7 percent from the field in the victory over Dayton.

The women played St. Bonaventure at home on Wednesday, Feb 18., in a game that ended in a shocking loss to the Bonnies. Junior forward Denisha Womack and redshirt junior guard Jamesia Price both had eight points for the first half and SLU entered the locker-room with a 30-19 lead.

After both teams experienced a scoring drought at the start of the second, Stipanovich hit a short jumper to get the offence to get the team back on track. The Billikens extended their lead to 20 but the Bonnies launched a brilliant comeback and outscored the Billikens 38-25 in the half.

The game came down to the final play, as the Billikens had the opportunity to tie with 9.7 seconds on the clock, but Vliet was stopped in the paint. The lack of a foul call on Vliet’s drive was questionable – it appeared that she was bumped by a defender - but See “Women” on Page 8

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Rebound: Sophomore center Sadie Stipanovich reaches for the ball. Stiponovich was the A-10 Player of the Week.

Baseball opens with 1-3 record in Florida

By LAUREN TONDL Staff Writer

The Billiken baseball team swung into the 2015 season this past weekend at the Snowbird Classic in Port Charlotte, Florida, bringing home a 1-3 record. The team suffered losses to Pittsburgh, Iowa and Ohio State and finished the tournament with a win against Kansas State.

The men opened against

Pitt with a devastating 18-1 loss. SLU kept the Panthers to a 3-1 lead with a run from Jake Henson in the bottom of second, but Pitt came out strong in the fifth, scoring six runs and shutting the door on the Billikens. The Panthers scored in every remaining inning and went unanswered for the remainder of the game.

The Bills still could not find their groove on Valentine’s Day, tacking losses to

Iowa and Ohio State onto their record. Despite the losses, the games proved promising for pitchers Zach Girrens and Clay Smith. Girrens allowed only one run, and Smith started the first six innings off against the Ohio State with only two runs and six hits allowed. SLU fell to Iowa, 4-2, and Ohio State, 6-5.

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Fastball: Sophomore pitcher Robert Plohr closes the game against Kansas State, after freshman Connor Lehmann pitched a shut-out in the first six innings of his collegiate debut.

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Why does Crews lose?

After the loss to VCU, the Billikens dropped to 10-16 overall and 2-11 in the confe re nc e.

So who is to blame for this relatively unsuccessful season?

Expectations Lexie Vasos at the start of the season were considerably lower than last year, since SLU lost all five of its starters, including powerhouse guard Jordair Jett. Even so, the team started the season off strong with back-to-back wins against Southern Illinois and Indiana State. The first sign of SLU’s downfall was made apparent when the Bills dropped a home game against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, which should have been an easy victory. The rest of the season slid downhill from there.

Possible scapegoats are the eight freshman that make up much of the 17-man roster, but freshman guard Marcus Bartley, freshman forward Milik Yarbrough and freshman guard Davell Roby have been in the Billiken lineup for most of the schedule, and Yarbrough leads the team in scoring and rebounds. Even Coach Crews has stated multiple times that the freshmen have had more than enough play time to not be considered a hindrance to the team.

So where is the problem?

The Billikens have had a ridiculously hard time protecting the ball, with 22 turnovers in the game against Rhode Island, as well as 19 in each of the two games before that, and have been getting burned in transitions back on defense.

These statistics make a great case that players are struggling to execute the basic fundamentals of basketball, but a deeper insight into the players and the actions of the man that coaches them reveals that there is much more at play here than ball-handling skills.

Whispers criticizing Jim Crews’ coaching ability have been circling around campus, especially after losing three games in a row against Fordham, Dayton and Rhode Island. The Billikens should have easily dominated Fordham, as it sits at the bottom of the A-10 conference, with an overall record of 7-16 and a conference record of 2-10.

Coach Crews has been quoted in multiple postgame press conferences, stating that the team just needs to find the right combinations, but with only five games left in the regular season, there is still no sign of a combination that is going to take charge of the game when the Billikens need it the most. Even when a combination does work, the odds that these same five players will return to the court again for any substantial amount of time is slim. This prevents the See “Blame” on Page 8

Bills lose two while away

By CASEY WAUGHN Managing Editor

When the men’s basketball team boarded its plane heading east on Friday, Feb. 13, the Bills knew they would not have an easy week ahead of them. On the docket for their next two games: Rhode Island and VCU, two of the four teams tied for the Atlantic 10 lead going into the weekend.

The Billikens faced their first opponent, Rhode Island, on Feb. 14. SLU lost to Rhode Island, 81-68, in a game where SLU’s freshmen dominated the team’s performance.

Continuing the recent norm, turnovers also played a large role in the game. Freshman guard Miles Reynolds scored a career-high 21 points, leading the Bills. Reynolds was 4-of-5 from the field and 13-of-15 from the foul-line.

In his previous career-high scoring performance, against North Carolina A&T on Nov. 25, Reynolds was 14-of-18 from the line.

Davell Roby, another freshman guard, posted a stat in four of the five major categories. Roby was second on the team in points with 15 and he also added five assists, four rebounds and three steals.

Roby shot 100 percent from the foul line, going 10-of-10 on the night, the best performance by a Billiken since the

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WHO TO CHEER: HYVON NGETICH Kenyan marathoner Hyvon Ngetich didn’t let something minor, like collapsing from dangerously low blood sugar, stop her from finishing the Austin Marathon. Ngetich crawled 0.2 miles to finish in third. Race officials were so impressed they raised her prize money, calling her the “toughest person on the planet.” Think about that next time you don’t want to walk to class.

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Freshman forward Milik Yarbrough shot 6-of-9 from the field, adding 14 points.

Straying from the norm in this road contest was the starting lineup. The starters for the evening were Roby, Yarbrough, freshman guard Marcus Bartley, senior center John Manning and sophomore guard Mike Crawford.

Junior guard Ash Yarbrough, a Billiken usually in the starting lineup was left out of the starting five, and from scoring in the game, in his seven minutes on the floor.

Senior guard Austin McBroom, a preseason favorite to lead the team, only saw one minute of court time. In contrast, Roby and Yarbrough sat out just four and six minutes respectively. Half of SLU’s 68 points came from its bench.

Interestingly, on the night, SLU shot a higher percentage from the field than the Rams, 51.4 percent compared to Rhode Island’s 47.1. However, SLU turned the ball over 22 times, up from the 19 giveaways in each of the previous two games.

Following the loss at Rhode Island, SLU stayed east to play its second opponent nicknamed the Rams for the week, No. 25 VCU. The teams squared off on Feb. 17, and the final outcome favored VCU, 74-54. Following his ca-

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Chaifetz Arena against the La Salle Explorers reer performance, Reynolds found himself in the starting lineup for the first time this season. The start means that every Billiken with a scholarship has started a game this season. Joining Reynolds as starters were Manning, Roby, Yarbrough and Yacoubou.

While the Billikens limited their turnovers to 14, down eight from the previous game, a poor shooting performance lingered all evening; SLU shot 37.8 percent from the floor on the game. Bartley led the team in shooting percentage, going 3-of-4 from the field, 3-of-3 from behind the arc, adding nine points, all in the second half. Yarbrough led all scorers with 17 points on 8-of-13 shooting. He also led the team in rebounds, snagging five.

Yacoubou was stopped on the See “Men” on Page 8

BY KYLE SMITH, SPORTS EDITOR WHO TO JEER: COLIN KAEPERNICK NFL quaterbacks must handle enormous amounts of pressure in games, but Colin Kaepernick proved that doesn’t always translate to off-the-field level-headedness. After a random fan on Twitter mocked his passing ability, Kaepernick eviscerated the poor fellow, posting several tweets asking if he was “illiterate or just ignorant” and mocking his “8 followers bruh.” Classy.

WHO TO FEAR: ZACH LAVINE At just 19 years old, Timberwolves rookie Zach LaVine has made a name for himself as the second-youngest winner of the Slam Dunk contest. LaVine began the night with an electrifying “Space Jam” entrance and proceeded to earn perfect scores on his first two dunks. His performance set the basketball world on fire, some calling it one of the greatest shows in recent memory.

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Teamwork: The team regroups in the middle of the game against St. Bonaventure. The Bills lost in the final minutes.

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the whistle did not blow, and the game ended as a 57-55 loss for the Billikens.

SLU converted on only one of its last 12 scoring attempts and allowed St. Bonaventure to go on a 24-4 run in 5:35 to take a 50-49 lead with 3:46 left in the game. Both teams shot poorly from the field, with St. Bonaventure hitting 35 percent of their shots compared to 25 percent from the Billikens. Stipanovich led the team with 16 points and 13 rebounds, adding another double-double to her career.

The loss dropped the women’s record to 13-13 overall and 6-7 in the A-10.

The women’s basketball team dominated both the NCAA and the A-10 conference in awards this week. After their stellar performance against then-ranked No.

20/21 George Washington, the Billikens were named the NCAA women’s team of the week. Individual awards went to sophomore center Sadie Stipanovich, who earned A-10 Player of the Week, and freshman guard Jenny Vliet was named Rookie of the Week.

The Billikens will play George Mason, at home, on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 7 p.m. The team will be promoting breast cancer awareness by handing out pink Billiken T-shirts to the first 1,000 fans. The “pinkout” will also include several fun activities. Between 6 p.m. and tip-off, local sports mascots “Fredbird,” “Rampage,” and “Ruffy” (the River City Rascals mascot) will entertain fans.

George Mason currently sits at 13-13 overall, with a conference record of 5-8 after an 82-51 loss to Saint Joeseph’s.

Men: last in A-10 Continued from Page 7

floor, going 0-of-8 shooting, but he still added two points and four rebounds, second on the team. VCU outrebounded SLU 38-29 on the evening, and shot 46.3 percent from the floor.

With the two road losses, SLU’s record drops to 10-16 on the year and 2-11 in the A-10, good enough for last place in the conference.

VCU’s Treveon Graham, who led the Rams in points when the teams met previously at Chaifetz Arena, on Jan. 23, in the 63-61 VCU win, led the team again with 16 points.

Despite having a 20-6 record, VCU has dropped three of its last six games after Rams senior guard Briante Weber tore his ACL, ending his career. Weber was a four-year player and started every game last season for VCU at point guard.

The Billikens return home to play the La Salle Explorers on Feb. 22, at 1:30 p.m. La Salle, who is middle of the pack in the A-10 at 7-6, is 15-11 overall going into the game.

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Above: ‘SLUnatics’ blue man wallows in despair during a nail-biting loss against Dayton.

Below: Freshman forward Milik Yarbrough loses a shot opportunity to a defender in the paint. Yarbrough was the leading scorer in the most recent game against VCU.

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Freshman right-handed pitcher Connor Lehmann made a stellar collegiate debut against Kansas State on Sun. Feb. 15. Lehman pitched a six inning shutout with three hits, three walks and three strikeouts. He also tacked on two assists to help propel the Billikens to their first victory of the season with a score of 7-4 advancing SLU’s standings to 1-3.

In high school, Lehman was named a 2013 first-team All-Skyland Conference selection and a second-team All-County honoree as a junior. He also served as the staff ace, posting a perfect 6-0 record with a 1.69 ERA.

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At bat: Freshman outfielder Kyle Fletcher swings for the fences in the season opener against Pittsburgh. The Billikens are projected to win their fourth-straight A-10 Conference title.

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The Billikens still had one more chance to redeem themselves on the tournament’s final day, against Big 12 team Kansas State, and SLU did just that.

Freshman Connor Lehmann set the tone by throwing six innings and allowing no runs in his first appearance on the mound. The offense for both teams proved dismal, as it was 1-1 at the conclusion of the eighth inning.

Then, Colton Frabasilio stepped up to the plate. He singled right away and was followed by a single from Henson. Michael Bozarth reached base due to a throwing error from the pitcher.

Henson and Jeremy Phillips, Frabasilio’s pinch runner, scored.

The Billikens weren’t even close to finished. Singles from Danny Mannion, Alex King and Trent Leimkuehler earned the men two more runs. Late throwing errors

from the Wildcats tacked on another two runs, giving the Billikens a 7-1 lead going into the bottom of the ninth.

Kansas State attempted a late comeback, scoring three runs, but SLU closed out the game and collected its first win of the season, 7-4.

Although not the result the men had in mind for opening weekend, the rest of the season looks promising for them. SLU was projected to win its fourth-straight Atlantic-10 Conference regular season title, according to a recent poll of A-10 conference coaches.

Another strong factor of this year’s squad is the seven returning starting fielders and 10 returning pitchers.

However, the newcomers are looking to make their mark.

Freshman Connor Lehmann showed promise last weekend with his pitching performance against Kansas State, and 11 other freshman are also hoping to make an impact this

season.

This team is definitely paving a new path for Billiken baseball with the leadership of head coach Darin Hendrickson, who is in his eighth season. Last season, the team produced a 34-21-1 overall record and an 18-7-1 conference record, breaking the school record for most conference wins in a season.

SLU faces big Atlantic-10 teams later on in the season, such as VCU, which ousted the Billikens from the conference tournament last season in the semifinals. Saint Joseph’s, George Washington and newcomer Davidson also face the Bills later in the season.

The Billikens will continue non-conference play down South again next weekend, as they travel to Pensacola, Florida, for the COX Diamond Invitational. They will face Troy at 2 p.m. Friday, Southern Mississippi 10 a.m. Saturday, and North Florida at 10 a.m.

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time is slim. This prevents the team from finding its rhythm or building any sense of cohesiveness because any run that five men put together is shortly stopped by a change in the lineup.

CBSN broadcasters have also commented multiple times that there is nobody to take charge for the Bills when they are down, or when they need to finish the game. How is there supposed to be a leader when players do not stay in for more than a couple of possessions?

There are also times when a player will go a long period of time – spanning games, even weeks – before seemingly being randomly inserted into the lineup. For example, sophomore forward Tanner Lancona had minimal playing time for most of the season and did not play at all in the games leading up to the thriller at home against Day-

ton. Yet, he would play 10 minutes in that game before returning to the bench and only played three minutes against Rhode Island.

The same goes for Miles Reynolds, who had played fewer than 10 minutes in the games before the Rhode Island matchup and would then go on a scoring rampage with a career-high 21 points in 25 minutes.

There does not seem to be any method to Coach Crews’ lineup-changing madness, and the Billikens’ record reflects his indecisiveness. If the Billikens have any hope at advancing past the first round of the A-10 tournament, Coach Crews needs to stop with the lineup changes and let someone like redshirt junior Ash Yacoubou, Milik Yarbrough or junior guard Austin McBroom step into the leadership role and build the offense around them, instead of trying to find the right “combination.”

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Over the past couple of weeks, the “Clock Tower Accords” have seen a resurgence in critical attention. Of the 13 initiatives stipulated in the agreements, the “mutually agreed upon commissioned artwork” has received a flurry of criticism coming from students and alumni alike.

Articles on collegefix.com, bizjournals.com, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch website and in last week’s edition of the UNews have all commented on the reactions and discussed implications of such a statue on campus.

One article interviewed several SLU alums who were all “raging mad” and were threatening to withhold donations over the sculpture.

The editorial board decided it was time to provide its perspectives on the accords, the sculpture and the reaction this agreement has received by members inside and outside of the SLU community.

Firstly, we discussed what the commissioned artwork would look like based on the information we have received thus far.

We know that the artists, brothers Kyle and Kelly Phelps, have typically made smaller sculptures. Based on their past artwork, we believe that it is just as likely that this artwork will sit in the CGC, behind glass casing, as it is that it will be positioned outside, near the clock tower.

In a conversation with the editorial board, Dr. Pestello made it clear that the design, style, location and budget for the proposed artwork are still under discussion.

Some editors discussed hesitance to label the “Clock Tower Accords” a historic moment, while others stated that SLU’s involvement contributed to the larger narrative happening

around us.

We also discussed whether the donors’ plans of withholding donations to the University would really make much of an impact. Pestello may have a more difficult time explaining the agreements to older donors, but younger, more sympathetic donors could be more persuaded to donate in comparison to past years.

One question the Editorial Board came back to was why this agreement is the one that is causing such hostility. One editor stated the criticism could be partly attributed to a disdain of the arts by some. Others postulated that it was the physical manifestation of all the other agreements that made the sculpture such an easy target to critique.

Some of the critiques have come from people who have been concerned with what they see as a lack of self-governance.

Some alumni questioned why they hadn’t been consulted about the agreements. Some of the editors wondered whether these disgruntled students and alums are similarly angry about the tulips and palm trees planted every year without their permission.

One editor commented that the protest harkened back to the more activist-oriented 1970s and that the current backlash to the protests and agreements is disconcerting. Another added that even though he didn’t agree with everything the protesters said, he was glad they were there.

We eventually agreed that the “artwork” itself is probably misunderstood as a symbol much larger than what it probably will be and the selective anger regarding, of all things, a sculpture (SLU’s favorite thing) is a bit hypocritical.

Addressing our “dangerous” city On Feb. 10, The New York Times published a piece regarding the notable increase in murders in St. Louis over the past few years. “There was a 33 percent rise in homicides last year, to 159, compared with 120 in 2013 in this city of 318,000,” wrote Erik Eckholm. 2015 has had a bloody beginning as well, with seven people murdered in the first 15 days of the year.

The Editorial Board decided to discuss the explanations of why this city has seen a proliferation in murders while other cities’ murder rates have decreased. We also wanted to talk about the implications that these stories have on outsider perspectives of St. Louis, as well as our own perceptions of the city.

The first thought that many of us had regarding the increasing murder rate was the proliferation of available guns.

Apparently, this was The New York Times’ first thought as well: “By all accounts, the proliferation of guns among young men here is beyond control.” In the same article, Michael Shelton added, “It’s nothing to get a firearm.”

Some in our editorial board believe that more comprehensive gun control would help limit everybody’s ability to obtain a gun. Many of us believe that many of the guns obtained are not le-

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gally obtained, so a restriction on legal guns could help curb illegal gun purchases as well. One editor argued that gun control would do more to reduce murders across the country. He used the example of the three Muslim Americans who were murdered, execution style, in their home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Feb. 10. Others believe it would be a tough sell to propose stringent gun laws to the ardent supporters of Second Amendment rights who aren’t contributing to violence in the city.

Other editors argued that murder rates in St. Louis are more complicated than access to guns. They cited how unemployment, poverty and lack of adequate educational opportunities may lead to a sense of hopelessness. One editor argued that gang activity is prevalent when there is no other option available and that drug use may be an effort to grapple with that hopelessness. Therefore, a focus on social disillusionment could be just as useful as the focus on the prevalence of guns in the area.

Then we started talking about how stories like these about St. Louis shape other people’s perspectives about the city. This is the second time in the past two years that St. Louis has been featured in The New York Times because of

its murder rate. When members of the Editorial Board decided to come to SLU, many of our family members warned us of the ominous threat that is St. Louis.

“Be safe,” said one; another stated offhandedly after returning home for winter break, “Oh, you survived!”

Even from people in the area, the city is seen as a dangerous place, a place not to walk through at night, and, in some areas, even during the day. The New York Times article mentioned that many of the murders are limited to eight neighborhoods. Despite this limited range of violence, much of the city is stigmatized, especially the north side. An extremely common refrain heard at SLU is “Don’t go past the Fox.” This widespread fear is an unfair representation of the city and its people.

In the end, we discussed the possibility that these stats don’t mean all that much. Most of us are not negatively impacted by the wanton violence in the city. Our preoccupation with the stats seems detached from the people most impacted by them. Instead of complaining about St. Louis’ reputation amidst the recurring stats about murder, maybe we should think more about why we feel so personally removed from the people in the firing line.

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Not all alums are ‘raging mad’ Let me start by saying I do not speak for everyone.

This is a concept Mr. Butch Giessman apparently does not understand.

I do not speak for all alumni.

Chris Ackels I do not speak for my entire class, for my major or for anyone else. In an issue as divided as this one, I understand that when I speak, I speak only for myself.

Let me also say that I am side-stepping the bigger issue here, and I am side-stepping intentionally.

In the grand scheme of things, we have larger issues to discuss: racial inequality in our culture, a lack of understanding for law enforcement and a general lack of civility and empathy from all sides.

But something else needs to be addressed head-on.

Something much smaller – or rather, someone much smaller.

Butch Giessman and Ken Atkins embarrassed us last week in the “St. Louis Business Journal.” Giessman and Atkins attempted to bully the University into reversing course on its recent plans to develop a Center for Community and Economic De-

velopment, increase financial aid resources for African American students, sponsor a national conference on racial equality and build a sculpture to commemorate those who brought up these issues on our campus.

They were unsuccessful in their bullying. They were successful, however, in coming across as immature, wealthy and incredibly outof-touch.

Giessman’s words start off on the wrong foot. “They picked the side with the protestors,” the wealthy CEO said. He mentioned that the incident was “pissing off the alumni,” then said, “everybody is raging mad.”

Who is “everybody,” Butch? Do you not remember a lick of your Jesuit education? That there really shouldn’t be “sides” in this human struggle between safety and freedom? That you can’t speak for “everybody” just because you and your friends think a certain way? That you can’t speak for all alumni just because you have money?

Giessman told the “Business Journal” that “he would no longer give money to SLU” if the University, you know, does more things for its already underrepresented African-American community. He was sure the mention the tens of thousands of dollars he has given, and how he will never give again.

Then his friend Atkins did something truly remarkable. After also threaten-

ing to never donate to SLU again if they did not do what he wanted, he said the University has succumbed to “blackmail” and “strong arm tactics” from the protestors.

Cambridge Dictionary defines “strong arm”: “a method or type of behavior that involves using threats to make people do what you demand.”

So, basically exactly what you are doing, Ken. “Blackmail”, by the way, is not really anywhere close to what happened. That usually involves keeping information quiet, but it always involves money. If there is anything close to “blackmail” happening here, it is coming from Geissman and Atkins, who are threatening to withhold money unless the school does what they want.

But see, the fundamental problem here is not that they do not want to give. It is not even where they stand on the issue. I am fine with all that.

If you do not want to give money because you do not like your university’s recent initiative, fine. People did that for years under Fr. Lawrence Biondi.

The real problem is this line: “Geissman … wondered why the university did not consult its donors about the plan.”

I am rich; I give you money; I should have a say. Those poor people should not have a say. This attitude disgusts me.

Stand where you want on Ferguson, on law enforcement and on racial equality.

Say what you want about the university, about their plans, about the protests. That is all fine.

But do not ever claim to speak for “everybody”, or for “all alumni.” Do not ever say that a Jesuit university has to follow your crooked rules before it follows its established mission. And do not ever assume that your opinions should carry more weight just because your wallet does.

Saint Louis University should be a place of dialogue. That is why President Pestello sat down with the protesters in October, and that is why the school has invited St. Louis Country Prosecuting Attorney Bob McCulloch to speak on campus this week. We should be open to dialogue and open to listening. That is exactly what makes me proud to be an alum of Saint Louis University.

These two bigoted alums think their words should carry more weight. They think those protestors should not be protected by the First Amendment.

Sorry to burst your bubble, fellas, but “I’m rich, so you have to listen to me,” does not work anymore. This is a Jesuit institution. We stand by our mission, and it is only through listening, through dialogue, that we can achieve that higher purpose, that greater good.

Why we love ‘50 Shades’ “50 Shades of Grey” … about that. I’m not going to Have you read the book? critique women – and evHave you seen the movie? eryone else – for wanting to H a v e read a book or watch a movie you anthat addresses the taboo subalyzed ject of non-traditional sex. (I and juxread and watched “Twilight”; taposed who am I to judge?) Women the two should not be critiqued for to see their individual choices, and if charit is just as misogynistic to acter lambast them for making Christhat choice as it is to act like t i a n Christian Grey.

Grey is I am interested, though, Ryan McKinley m o r e in why these books and films abusive are so wildly popular. Maya or Anastasia Steele more of Dusenbery of Feministing. a sexual agent in the movie com argues: “I am in no way than they are in the book? surprised that many women, I hope you have, because who have been socialized I haven’t. I was told in 2012 in a culture in which male that “50 Shades of Grey” sexuality is linked to domiwas a published version of a nation and in which women fan-fiction piece derived ulare taught their sexual power timately from the “Twilight” comes from being wanted, series. That fact didn’t dishave fantasies of submissuade me from picking up sion.” Whether we like to the book; I actually enjoyed believe it or not, our culture the “Twilight” series.

– media, politics and social What ultimately dissuadnorms – influences are decied me from reading the book sions. was the promise of an abuIn this culture, men and sive relationship and a comwomen are taught to interact plete fabrication of BDSM, with each other in different which is short for Bondage, ways; from the subway to the Dominance, Sadism and bedroom, our culture influMasochism (I know you were ences men and women’s mowondering). BDSM is preftions, posture and speech. aced with consent, and the In the next day or two, people disparaging the book think about your actions apparently didn’t believe throughout the day through that Steele the lens of was always dominance enthusiastior submiscally providsiveness; While I won’t ing that. you will be critique people So, besurprised lieving that how prowho watch the the book grammed was regresyour normal sive and interactions abusive, are, based believe that “50 without on your genreading it of der identity. course, I was “50 Shades” surprised to did not cresee so many ate this culpeople fall in tural attilove with the tude, though book. The it may help book has to perpetusold over ate it.

100 million Dakota copies since its release and Johnson, the actress who will likely sell even more as plays Anastasia Steele, arthe movie adaptations bring gues: “I know that a lot of in new readers. people, before seeing the “50 Shades of Grey” broke movie, were thinking that it’s the President’s Day Weekpromoting abuse and vioend box office records with lence, but I think it’s actually a $94.4 million four-day dedoing the opposite ... I think but. This debut could only be she’s a strong woman who possible with the fandom of is fearlessly exploring herwomen. Many older women, self emotionally and sexumiddle-aged women and felally.” If that is truly the case, low SLU students all seemed then this movie can provide stoked to see the film. a representation of confiFeminist critiques have dence, sexual agency and enagain proliferated with the thusiastic consent that may film’s release. One major be lacking in the book. The point they all seem to raise is movie can also cause people that Christian Grey’s wealth to critically analyze their and influence overshadow own lives and how they perthe fact that he is abusive haps unknowingly recreate and a stalker, and the movie or deviate from the actions in turn glorifies domestic of Grey and Steele. violence. Their critiques are What I ultimately hope important; they provide a this book and movie can basis from which people can do is promote discussions. create their own criticisms While I won’t critique peoof the film and book. ple who watch the film or Other critiques, pararead the book, I don’t believe doxically coming from men, that “50 Shades,” or anything have derided what they call else, is mindless fantasy. another example of “momThis book and film are my porn” for “bored houseboth derivatives of popular wives,” to quote Arthur Chu cultural values and contribof “The Daily Beast.” ute to it and therefore must Like Arthur Chu, I’m not be discussed and critiqued.

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Portland protests pipeline: Protesters in Portland called for President Obama to veto any legislation that calls for the completion of the controversial Keystone XL Pipeline.

Pitted against the pipeline A topic of contention since 2012, the Keystone Pipeline was again thrust in front of Americans on Feb. 11, when the bill proposing it cleared b o t h Ho u s e s .

N o w that the bill has Casey Waughn passed, it’s time people re-educate themselves on the implications of this massive project, and learn why a presidential veto is absolutely needed- from the perspective of a Nebraska native.

First, the plan proposed

by TransCanada, the company in charge of building the Keystone Pipeline, is to have a system that carries 830,000 barrels of oil per day from tar pits in Western Canada to Nebraska, where it would connect with an existing pipeline and carry oil to the Gulf Coast of the U.S. There are a number of problems with this proposal, including those of economic and environmental nature.

Environmentally, the oil in the Canadian tar sands is not clean oil, so to speak, and must go through an extensive extraction process to

produce a usable form. Strip mining the sands, one of the extraction methods, creates 17 percent more carbon pollution than the production of conventional oil, according to the State Department.

This method has already destroyed a portion of Alberta’s forests, and there’s no telling how much more would be destroyed with the new pipeline. The other extraction method, which involves large amounts of water and natural gas to pump steam into the sands, creates excessive, toxic runoffs.

Among other environmental concerns is the fact that the pipeline would tear up massive property throughout the Midwest, property that is already owned by farmers. While they would be compensated, there is no adequate relief for tearing up thousands of acres of land.

Another problem with the pipeline plan is the implications it has for climate change. Ironically, one of the riders on the bill is recognition by Congress that the climate is in fact changing, and the fact that the bill recognizes one of the main consequences of the pipeline is almost humorous. There is some speculation about how much the climate could change with the construction of the pipeline, but the Labor Network for Sustain-

ability estimates a minimum raise of 2 degrees Celsius.

One of the main arguments in favor of the pipeline is the number of jobs the project would create.

While it is true that the pipeline would create temporary construction jobs, the total permanent jobs the pipeline would create is about 35. This completely nullifies the argument for creation of jobs; anyone could see that 35 jobs do not really have widespread economic impact.

Another misconception about the pipeline is that it would reduce American’s dependence on foreign oil, and lower oil prices. Oil prices per barrel are already the lowest they’ve been since the financial crisis of 2008, according to NASDAQ. America used an average of 18.89 million barrels of oil per day in 2013, according to the Energy Information Administration. Since the pipeline only carries 830,000 barrels per day, this will not even put a dent in the amount of oil American uses, thus not really decreasing any foreign dependence.

The route of the pipeline is questionable, as it carries oil to Gulf Coast ports. Since the oil is being carried to a port, the question could be raised if the oil would even stay in the United States?

The speaker of the House,

specifically, has been using the argument that most Americans support the pipeline to strong-arm the President out of vetoing the bill. However, a lawsuit in Nebraska, by Nebraskan landowners, questioning the constitutionality of the pipeline, found the pipeline unconstitutional in a district court. When the decision was appealed to the Nebraska Supreme Court, 4 out of 7 judges ruled saying that the pipeline wasn’t constitutional, agreeing with the landowners. However, because of the super majority rule, requiring five judges to affirm the lower court, the pipeline plan was said to be constitutional. This demonstrates that there is opposition to the bill, and comes from one of the key states involved.

The bill will be placed on the President’s desk any day, after which he has 10 days to act. The bill, passing with a 270-152 vote in the House, and 62-36 in the Senate, does not have enough votes to override a veto.

While this may seem a singular issue with limited effects, the pipeline will affect all Americans; climate change affects everyone in many ways. I urge everyone to read articles, get informed about the real logistics of this pipeline and hope for a presidential veto.

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