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‘Lahaina will never be the same’ Former Vandal loses home in Maui fires Joanna Hayes ARGONAUT

It was a normal Tuesday afternoon.

Sierra Shaw celebrated her friend’s 21st birthday. She met up with her fiancé. She spent time with family.

August 8 was lining up to be another mundane day. But the power had been out all day. Shaw didn’t know when it was going to be fixed. The winds seemed to be picking up.

Could this have just been winds from hurricane Dora headed toward California’s coast? Surely the 500 miles that separated the eye of the storm and the coastal town of Lahaina, Maui, would be enough. Surely that storm wouldn’t affect Shaw’s mundane Tuesday.

She met her fiancé at a restaurant on Front Street that evening for dinner.

They waited for hours before finally giving up and heading home. They met Shaw’s mother in their living room. Her mom had set up Scrabble for the three of them to play. It was just another mundane Tuesday.

After a few words had been played, Sierra noticed the winds outside her living room window. The grass from her sister’s lawn was peeling up from the dirt. The mango tree fell down. Maybe 500 miles wasn’t enough separation between Lahaina and Dora, Shaw thought.

Shaw, her fiancé and her mom went out to the front porch to check out the damages. Shaw soon realized that 500 miles wasn’t enough separation. A fire raged 1.6 miles away from her childhood home. Black smoke covered the blue sky. Orange flames began to jump from the pastures to the restaurants to the schools and to the neighborhoods.

They would need to evacuate Lahaina soon. Shaw grabbed two days’ worth of clothes, a book, her laptop and her dog Daisy.

“We left with the intention to come back in the morning,” Shaw said.

In six hours, Shaw’s home would be burnt to the ground. The restaurant she worked it would be leveled. Her fiancé’s home would go up in smoke.

“There was no text message. No sirens. No cops,” Shaw said.

The only reason Shaw and her family evacuated was because they got up from their mundane Tuesday Scrabble game and looked out to a fire engulfing the town 1.6 miles away. She had no warning that her livelihood would be caught up in flames that day.

Two months earlier, Shaw had made a life-altering decision. After three semesters at the University of Idaho, Shaw decided to stay home. She had been studying exercise science in Moscow

with the aspirations of opening her own physical therapy clinic one day.

But the four-hour time difference, two-thousand mile separation and ice cold Idaho winters became a burden she no longer wanted to carry. Shaw moved home to Lahaina and reconnected with her family, her friends and her culture.

She had no idea that she would only have a few months back at home before disaster struck, before she would have to start her life over.

“We had no power or cell service for three or four days,” Shaw said.

Shaw said that the local community stepped up and supported the Lahaina survivors. Local people and local businesses banded together and created emergency hubs that provided items such as clothes, food and water, basic necessities Shaw now needed.

Without cell service, people didn’t know who evacuated in time. Shaw said the hubs become a place of reunion.

“You would be on the phone, with barely any service like ‘Hello. Can you hear me? I’m alive,’” Shaw said. “You would see people and just hug them so tight. It was just confirmation that you weren’t dead.”

The death toll sits at 115, according to a Tuesday AP article, with hundreds more still missing. Shaw said the search has moved from the land to the sea.

She recalled a story of a friend fighting the fire on the front lines.

“He was piggybacking grandmas from Front Street and putting them in the ocean,” Shaw said.

She said many people fled the fire and jumped into the ocean, but litter in the water would ignite. People would have to swim farther and farther into the water to escape, with many staying in the water until 2 a.m. the next morning.

“We didn’t see help from the federal government,” Shaw said. “It was just the people taking care of the people. Maui leaned on itself.”

Main roads into Lahaina were blocked off. However, Shaw took a backroad Wednesday morning to see the damages. She walked up to her home only to find it as a pile of rubble. She saw metal chairs still standing in what had been the dining room. She saw the resemblance of her sister’s Peloton bike in the corner.

One item survived, a three-dollar giraffe flower pot from Target. Her clothes were gone. Her bed was gone.

Her memories were gone.

“Lahaina will never be the same,” Shaw said. “But we’re going to survive.

We’re going to rebuild.”

The story of “The Boy Who Wore Blue”

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What was once the FairBridge Inn, situated behind the McDonald’s on Pullman Road, has since been transformed into the North Campus Communities (NCC), the latest housing option available to returning University of Idaho students.

Last year, the property was used to harbor groups of overflow students who interpreted their circumstances as a temporary stay while awaiting to be moved somewhere else on-campus. Now, there are approximately 160 residents living at the new residence hall, which has gained the capacity to lodge students for the next five years.

John Kosh, the director of business development, marketing and communications for UI Auxiliary Services, recognized the importance of making proactive decisions to avoid encountering similar mistakes made during the project’s original undertaking.

“We were not going to be caught flat-footed, and we were going to find a solution,” said Kosh.

This meant a lease was pursued rather than individual rooms being rented out from the FairBridge again.

“We’re not putting them up in a hotel, we are taking over the hotel,” Kosh said.

The decision to move forward with this project was made by Auxiliary Services in conjunction with Housing and Residence Life. The motivation for doing so was sparked by concerns of an increase in freshmen enrollment.

Converting the motel into functional housing before this fall’s group of students arrived was a challenging feat. The process included the removal and replacement of furniture, an extensive cleaning operation, inspections of updated spaces, the construction of new spaces and several other cosmetic updates.

After the completion of its reinvention, the NCC welcomed UI students and staff members at the start of the semester including sophomore, Amelia Husted.

“I didn’t go into it with a ton of expectations, and so far, it’s been nice,” said Husted. “The walk is interesting. It

can be inconvenient sometimes.”

Unlike the previous group of students who lived here, those currently living at the NCC were notified in advance of their rooming assignment, seemingly well aware that they would be living in an old motel building located across a large highway from campus and a few blocks away from the nearest intersection accessible for pedestrian use.

In accommodation, people living at the NCC are offered free parking, a continental breakfast in the morning and air conditioning in their rooms. However, in addition to its distance from campus, the limited sense of privacy, lack of interactive communal spaces and insufficient number of trash dumpsters has bothered some residents such as Saphal Giri, a sophomore.

“If you don’t want to sit in your room, you want to get out, there’s not a space like that at all,” Giri said. “I find the rooms are good, but there are some key factors which the university is not helping the students with.”

Giri also noted his frustration concerning his hot water temporarily not working and how he’s confined to sharing a singular desk with his roommate. Although, when asked how he might feel in hindsight about living some of his college days in a what-used-to-bemotel, Giri said it was a “bit exciting.”

Though challenges have started to present themselves during its debut, the NCC’s establishment as an additional option for returning students seeking housing in a consistently growing community is a beneficial accomplishment in and of itself. Moving forward, university staff are open to exploring ways they can enhance and improve upon the student experience fostered by the new residence hall.

“They’re going to find things that will be really helpful to have…let us know what we can do to make this better,” said Kosh. “As long as they’re there, they [should] feel like they’re a part of the Vandal family. We refuse to have them on an island.”

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Gunshots fired near South Almon Street residence, suspect in custody Students alerted of active shooter situation Joanna Hayes ARGONAUT

Thomas Adams, 54, was charged with unlawful discharge of weapons, disturbing the peace and resisting and obstructing officers Tuesday.

University of Idaho students received a Vandal Alert text message of active gunfire on the 100 block of South Almon Street at 4:54 a.m. Students were told to shelter in place. Moscow police closed several roads including A Street and Pullman Road at Line Street, A Street at C Street, N. Main Street at D Street, Asbury and Almon at 6th Street and 3rd Street west of Main Street.

Adams was immediately identified as the suspect. He barricaded himself inside his home, according to a Moscow Police Facebook post.

Adams allegedly fired gunshots at his apartment at 110 S. Almon St. around 2 a.m. Tuesday. Moscow police reported that Adams shot rounds from an unknown weapon from his apartment and into the community, but there were no reported injuries.

Students received a series of Vandal Alert texts about the apparent danger, before being notified that the suspect was arrested IN THIS ISSUE

around 8 a.m.

Moscow Police worked with the Latah County regional SWAT team, Idaho State Police, Pullman Police Department, Washington State University Police and Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office to make the arrest.

The situation was considered active for several hours before police made the arrest.

After a six-hour standoff, the use of tear gas and failed negotiations, Latah County regional SWAT team apprehended Adams.

Although schools such as West Park Elementary School cancelled classes for the day, University of Idaho held classes as regularly scheduled. However, students were encouraged by the University to communicate with faculty if they were in a shelter in place location and unable to attend class.

All roads were opened and “shelter in place” orders were lifted after the sixhour standoff and Adams’ arrest. Adams is currently in Latah County Jail.

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Everything you need to know about the Kohberger case so far The Sept. 22 hearing will have a massive impact on Kohberger schedule Ben DeWitt ARGONAUT

At end of the 2023 spring semester, many students returned home or took a summer job or stayed in Moscow. While the students were away, there have been many developments regarding the Bryan Kohberger case.

On Nov. 13, 2022, four University of Idaho students were murdered in their house - Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves, Ethan Chapin and Madison Mogen. Within the following days, ISP, FBI, local police and members of the press swarmed Moscow. The weeks passed by with little-to-no new information on the case, and no information on a suspect.

It wasn’t until Dec. 30, 2022, that Moscow police made an arrest. Bryan Kohberger, the main suspect in the University of Idaho homicides, was arrested in the Pocono Mountains, Pa., in the early morning. He would be extradited to Idaho on Jan. 4.

Kohberger was taken to the Latah County courthouse and awaited his preliminary hearing, initially scheduled for June, but the hearing was canceled because Kohberger was indicted by a grand jury on May 16 for four counts of murder in the first degree and one count of felony burglary. Not even the victim’s families were aware of the grand jury. It was held in secret.

May 22 was the day that Koh-

berger’s arraignment was scheduled.

At his arraignment, Kohberger stood silent when asked what his plea was. The judge filled in a “not guilty” plea on all five charges.

An initial trial date of Oct. 2 was scheduled. Members of the press also filed a motion to allow cameras in the courtroom, and the Goncalves family lawyer, Shanon Gray, filed a motion to amend the non-dissemination order or more widely known as the “gag order.”

The non-dissemination order has been and has continued to be a major issue in the pretrial proceedings. The media coalition wanted to lift the order and filed a motion to lift the order on May 22. Gray wanted to amend certain parts of the order, rather than lift it completely.

Both the defense and prosecution have shown support for the non-dissemination order, both stating that Kohberger’s sixth amendment right must not be violated, and that the jury pool must remain untainted.

Over the summer, Kohberger’s defense would fight for additional DNA evidence that allegedly was recovered from the scene of the homicides. The defense filed a motion of discovery on May 22, and requested the three additional DNA profiles from the King Road house.

After not receiving the evidence, the defense would file several other motions to obtain this evidence.

According to the prosecution, they have given the defense all known materials regarding the case, and that the three additional DNA profiles “do not exist.” The prosecution has sent supplemental inquiries to all forensic labs that handled DNA evidence to double check that all evidence was presented to the defense.

Aug. 23 was supposed to be a brief trial status hearing regarding the Kohberger case, but instead, the defense would make a critical

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decision. On Aug. 23, Kohberger waived his right to a speedy trial, causing his trial to be postponed indefinitely. Kohberger’s defense, Kootenai County Public Defender Anne Taylor, said that there was inadequate time for proper council and that an extension on time will allow the defense to interview more experts and witnesses.

Most recently, a hearing scheduled for Sept. 1 was vacated to Sept. 22. The hearing will discuss the availability of cameras in the courtroom. The defense does not want cameras in the courtroom for the trial. Taylor has claimed that the cameras in the courtroom have focused too much on Kohberger’s crotch, stating: “Mr. Kohberger is entitled to defend himself against capital criminal charges without cameras focused on his fly.”

Kohberger’s next court appearance is Sept. 22, in a hearing that will discuss a motion to dismiss his indictment. The defense filed this motion on grounds of a biased grand jury, lack of evidence and prosecutorial misconduct by withholding exculpatory evidence. The decision on Sept. 22 will have a massive impact on the scheduling and future of Kohberger’s trial.

With no trial date in sight, the end of this is far from over. Nothing can be assumed about the trial date until a decision is made for the Sept.

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Lambda Chi Alpha will be hosting events to raise money for the Moscow and Kamiah foodbanks from Sept.

14-16.

The fraternity is aiming to raise $10,000 through financial and food donations during the three-day philanthropy event.

On Sept. 14, Lambda Chi Alpha will put on a Miss Lambda Chi pageant at 720 S. Deakin St. A member from each sorority at the University of Idaho will compete for a $100 cash prize. They will participate in a talent show, interview and watermelon smashing competition. Entry is $2 or one canned food item per person.

On Sept. 15, the fraternity will host a Community Day at three locations, the Lambda Chi Alpha House, the Moscow Co-Op and Friendship Park. Volunteers will be at each location to collect donations from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

The house’s main event is on Sept. 16. The Kenworthy Theater will host artists Tony Holiday and Landon Vance for a charity concert downtown at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 online at lcaidaho.com or $12 at the door.

Dylan Solly, the 2nd vice president of Lambda Chi Alpha and head of the house’s philanthropy, said events like these are crucial for the Moscow community.

“We are one of the poorest counties in Idaho. We’re right next to the poorest county in Washington, Whitman

County,” Solly said. “Having a substantial amount of donations to these food banks is vital to our community.”

During the spring semester, the house hosted a fundraiser for the Moscow and Kamiah food banks at the Corner Club. In 16 hours, they raised $5,000. They made the single largest donation to the food banks in history, Solly said.

With such a successful impact earlier in the year, Solly hopes to double it during the three-day charity event next week, shooting for the $10,000 mark.

“Our motto is service and stewardship,” Solly said.

This charity event is a way for the house to live out its motto in a tangible way. Solly said many people care about those who are going hungry. They might even donate to an organization such as Feed America. But after the donation is made, people don’t know exactly where their money is going. By supporting Lambda Chi Alpha, money and food are directly donated to local food banks, to local people, Solly said.

Solly said University of Idaho students are their largest demographic. He thinks it’s important for students to show up to the pageant and concert to live out their care for the Vandal community.

“If you get involved in events like this now, you can stay involved in them later in life,” Solly said.

Solly expects to see 200 people at the Sept. 16 concert, but hopes the Vandal community exceeds his expectations.

For more information about the pageant, donation centers or charity concert, visit lcaidaho.com.

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University of Idaho student runs for Moscow City Council Ben DeWitt ARGONAUT

Sierra Shaw | Courtesy Shaw could see the fires starting from her front porch.

When Shaw decided to leave Moscow after the spring semester, her friend Ku’ulei Ka’aukai stayed at the school.

“It’s hard enough being away from home and from Sierra, but knowing people there are hurting, my culture is hurting, and I’m not there with them, makes it even

“In Hawai’i, each town is a different ecosystem,” Ka’aukai, a big island native, said. “Lahaina is different from Hana which is different from Kula.”

Ka’aukai said Lahaina needed federal help following the fires. She said that local people became that help.

“Actions speak louder

assistance is still welcomed, Shaw said.

She said the best way to help Lahaina families is to donate directly to Lahaina families. Organizations such as Red Cross will leave Lahaina soon to help Florida after hurricane Idalia, Shaw said.

Shaw recommended

Sierra Shaw | Courtesy Former Vandal Sierra Shaw lost her home in the Maui fires on August 8

harder,” Ka’aukai said.

Ka’aukai said there were many factors that contributed to the fire. 75% of West Maui’s water supply is owned by private entities.

Only 25% is controlled by the county, Ka’aukai said. This years-long diversion of water away from Lahaina turned a wetland dry.

than words, and their (the government’s) actions have said jack s***,” Ka’aukai said.

Shaw said that local people have provided as much as they can and that Lahaina needs mainland support. The emergency hubs have provided plenty of necessities, but financial

donating to @lahaina_ohana_ venmo on Instagram, a verified account that is run by families in Lahaina.

“We’re just trying to keep Lahaina, Lahaina,” Shaw said.

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Sierra Shaw | Courtesy A photograph of Sierra Shaw

Nathan Tupper is a political science major at the University of Idaho whose ambition knows no bounds.

Tupper is running for Moscow City Council while attending University of Idaho part time.

Tupper is not the only UI alum that is running for city council. Sandra Kelly, the Volunteer and Leadership Programs Coordinator for the Department of Student Involvement at UI is running for re-election this November.

The Moscow City Council election started on Aug. 28 and will end on Nov. 7.

Tupper grew up near Meridian, Idaho. Before settling down in Moscow, he became a Sergeant in the Idaho National Guard.

Tupper moved to Moscow five years ago and began pursuing a college education.

Tupper said the reason he started to campaign for Moscow City Council was because he fell in love with Moscow.

“I came from around Boise, but when I spent more time here, I really started to feel a connection to this city,” Tupper said.

Tupper is hoping to bring more housing

development to Moscow.

“Currently, Moscow grows 1.5%-2.5% every year, but the rate that we are building homes does not accommodate the people coming in,” Tupper said.

Nathan Tupper | Courtesy He believes As a political science major, Nathan Tupper hopes that matching to bring a student perspective to the Moscow City housing Council development He has been meeting with with population ASUI and discussing growth can help mitigate renting and housing costs. ways to get younger people more involved in While being enrolled local politics. at the University and “People should, no matter running for city council, where they are at, care Tupper believes that his about their local level status as a student will politics more than the help him make better national level. There’s decisions regarding other more that affects you students in Moscow. and your immediate “There are some people community in local on the city council right politics, rather than now that don’t exactly what’s happening in DC,” understand the mindset Tupper said. of a college student, and Tupper plans on staying I would love to offer the city that mindset,” Tupper in Moscow for a long time and is greatly said. invested in its future and Tupper also commented growth. on the significance of “I love Moscow, and I the student population want to do everything I of Moscow, stating that can for Moscow,” Tupper Moscow’s operations are said. almost completely reliant on the student population Ben DeWitt that comes to UI every can be reached at year. Tupper is hoping arg-news@uidaho.edu for younger voters to turn or on X out this election season. @BenDeWitt321

SEPTEMBER MARKS THE START OF KATY BENOIT CAMPUS SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH Campus Safety Awareness Month brings safetyoriented events to Ben DeWitt ARGONAUT

September is Katy Benoit Safety Awareness Month at University of Idaho.

Katy Benoit was a psychology graduate student at the UI in 2011.

Her life would tragically come to an end when the UI professor that she was having a relationship with murdered her on her front porch of her Moscow home. Since this tragedy, the UI has been vigilant in assuring students can feel safe on campus.

Multiple campus entities have partnered together and are holding safety-oriented events throughout campus for the month of September.

There are 14 events in total, spanning over the entire month of September and the first week of October. All these events are safety-oriented and free to attend.

On Sept. 13, Take Back the Night will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

This year’s Take Back the Night will feature a keynote address at the Ag Sci auditorium, a rally and a march around campus.

Take Back the Night is an event that spreads awareness of interpersonal violence on campus and those affected by it.

On Sept. 16 and 17, “Every Brilliant Thing” will be showing at the Hartung Theater. “Every Brilliant Thing” is a play that discusses issues such as suicide, depression and

Olivia Heersink | Argonaut The Katy Benoit memorial bench was built in 2012.

appreciation of life. It will star Craig A. Miller from the UI theater department.

On Sept. 19, there will be a Campus Safety Forum Keynote Address, featuring Jennifer Landurs from the Stalking Prevention, Awareness, Resource Center. The address begins at 7 p.m. in the international ballroom.

On Sept. 21, 25 and 29 there will be three separate self-defense workshops and training sessions. The first session is Personal Safety/Vigilance Education training.

This will be a presentation given at the Vandal Ballroom at 6 p.m. on Sept 21.

The second session will be Responding to Disclosures of Interpersonal violence.

This will be a 90-minute online presentation that will focus on handling disclosures to interpersonal violence. The third session will be a SASS GO Self Defense Training program. This will be a self-defense training session that begins at 2

p.m. on Friday Sept 29.

Registration is required for attendance.

The UI takes its student’s safety very seriously. That is why the University has so many resources to turn to for students in need. If you feel that you or a friend is in danger, feel free to contact Campus security services. They offer campus SAFEWALKS, campus information and emergency jumpstarts for student’s vehicles. The campus security team is available 24/7 including holidays and break.

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THE STORY OF “THE BOY WHO WORE BLUE” Stacy Chapin tells the story of Ethan through this children’s book James Taurman-Aldrich ARGONAUT

“It was cathartic,” Stacy Chapin said. “Anything we do, any opportunity we have to speak about him, it keeps his memory out there.”

“The Boy Who Wore Blue,” written by Chapin and illustrated by Lana Lee, is a story about kindness and inclusion. For those who didn’t know Ethan Chapin, one of the victims of the King road homicide, the book may seem like any other children’s book about being kind and including others. For those who knew Ethan, or know why the book was written, it means so much more.

“I want it to be a story for people who knew him and didn’t,” Stacy Chapin said.

From the day Ethan Chapin and his two siblings were born, joy abounded in the Chapin household. In the book, Ethan is characterized as the boy who wore blue. Maizie, his sister, wore pink and Hunter, his brother, wore green.

“There was something incredible about that boy who wore blue,” Stacy Chapin wrote. “His bubbly personality immediately shone through.”

“From the very beginning, everybody was included,” Stacy Chapin said. “He didn’t care what basketball team he was playing on, as long as he was playing.”

Of the 27 pages in “The Boy Who Wore Blue,” pages 16 and 17 stand out. While most of the pages are about how kind Ethan was, these two show the impact Ethan had through his job in the tulip fields.

“When school let out, and the kids could no longer go, they’d work in fields where yellow and white tulips grow,” Stacy Chapin wrote. “Everyone loved him; he was forever funny, laughing, easy-going and eternally sunny.”

Tulip Valley Farms has created the Ethan’s Smile mix, a mix of yellow and white tulips. “All proceeds of this mix support the planting of Ethan’s Smile gardens at the University of Idaho and in Mount Vernon and are donated to causes in memoriam of Ethan,” the Tulip Valley Farms website states.

When working on this book, Stacy Chapin wanted to tell the story of who Ethan was. While the media was able to get quotes and clips from friends and family, in the end, Stacy is the most qualified person to tell the story of Ethan. “I can write the true story,” she said.

The idea for the book came to Stacy instantly, “like a country artist after a breakup,” she said. And just like a country artist, Stacy told a story of love and a broken heart, just through a children’s book instead of song.

She told the story of “a peacekeeper in the family.” “He always had something kind and funny to say,” she said.

“His personality was magnanimous” “The Boy Who Wore Blue” is not currently available at the Moscow Public Library but can be purchased on Amazon for $28.95. Stacy also hopes to get the book out to more places.

“I wrote the book, and you think that everyone is going to know about it, but that’s just not the case,” she said. “My goal is Target, stores, libraries and I want teachers to have it.”

Although “The Boy Who Wore Blue” is a children’s book and will go in the children’s section of stores and libraries, it tells a wonderful story and gives great life lessons, especially on page 27.

“Life is short, so give it your best. Be happy, smile and encourage the rest!”

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THE HALLMARK-IFICATION OF RED, WHITE AND ROYAL BLUE to spend time together, they fall in love despite the odds.

Most of the issues between the book and the movie boil down to one thing, the movie is a lighthearted Hallmark-esque romance, whereas the novel Abigail Spencer could be described as a ARGONAUT political comedy, and it shows in the changes to the As a young person who grew plot. up on Young Adult novels and (Spoiler warning for the “The West Wing” re-runs, the 2019 novel “Red, White and Royal rest of the article) The biggest change Blue” holds a very special place in to the movie is in the my heart. final conflict. The emails And as someone who was between Henry and Alex very excited for the film, I was are not leaked in the novel disappointed with the Amazon by a jilted ex-lover of Prime adaptation, especially with Alex’s in catty retribution its handling of the political sides but through a coordinated of the book. The movie was fun, attack by the staff of the and would be heartwarming as a man running against Alex’s stand-alone film, but pales next to Courtesy AmazonPrime mom for president. the novel.

Movie Poster and Promotional Book cover Through the conflict, not In the movie, Alex and Henry only does Alex fall in love, have had a long-standing rivalry. conversations, full of the but he grows up and finds himself.

However, when an international complicated truths of being a And by cutting out the political incident forces the two young men young person in politics that I nature of the main conflict, loved, especially when he talks many other things also about being a Democrat from change in order to complete Texas. To fit in the full plot in the transference of genre. under two hours, these scenes got The adaptation cuts out cut out, turning Alex’s political Alex’s older sister, June, involvement into nothing more who is a Washington Post than a convenient reason for him columnist, as well as Rafael and Henry to meet.

Luna, a senator Alex worked However, the movie is not for during his campaign. all bad. The way that the movie But those two characters portrays the long-distance teach Alex a valuable lesson: conversations between Alex and to slow down. Alex of the Henry is delightful, and the vast book wants to go a mile a majority of the funny quips from minute and race to be the the book worm their way into the youngest person ever elected movie. to the U.S. Senate. But But the political realism of between his sister’s advice the movie was slashed to make a on prioritizing himself movie closer to a Hallmark plot (and his relationship) over than the novel it is based on. politics, and Luna telling Alex to not be him, Alex learns that it’s better to go Abigail Spencer can be reached at slow and make something arg-life@uidaho.edu Courtesy Amazon Books out of himself outside of or on X Original Book Cover politics first. @ABairdSpencer But it’s these

While undoubtedly swoony, the movie misses the political nature of the novel

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The cover of “The Boy who Wore Blue”

HOROSCOPES: SEPTEMBER OVERVIEW Grace Giger ARGONAUT

Aries (March 21 – April 20) Be prepared for changes in your relationships this month, embrace this change and use it as an opportunity to grow closer to the people you love. This might be the perfect time to give more attention to your loved ones and spend intentional time with your friends and family instead of prioritizing work and school.

Taurus (April 21 – May 20) This month might be the time to realign your focus and start making a plan to achieve your goals. If you’re feeling a little lost or directionless, now is your chance to determine what your long-term goals are and push yourself to make them happen.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) You need to be honest with yourself and the people around you this month. If there are thoughts or feelings you have been suppressing, now is the time to express what has been bothering you. The longer you hold back, the harder it’s going to be in the future.

Cancer (June 21 – July 20) An exciting new leadership opportunity may present itself this month, and although you may be inclined to step back and let someone else take the role, now is the time to step out of your comfort zone and try something new. Don’t short sell yourself, you are capable and qualified and you might just surprise your self with how your confidence grows when leading others.

Leo (July 21 – Aug. 20) Your ambition and drive towards creating the future you want is truly impressive, however it’s important to remember the value of living in the present as well.

Someday you will look back on these days with nostalgia, so make sure that you are allowing yourself time to have fun and enjoy your life as it is right now.

Virgo (Aug. 21 – Sept. 20) This month presents an opportunity for you to stop resisting change in your life and accept what comes with an open mind. Take a deep breath and release the stress and tension that have built from your attempts to control your life and keep everything the way it was. No matter what comes next, you are capable and prepared to handle it.

Libra (Sept. 21 – Oct. 20) This month is a time for second chances and forgiveness. You may need to put in some hard work to repair relationships. There could also be a chance for you to forgive yourself. While some issues from your past may arise, it’s important that you shake off the things that are holding you back and give yourself grace to move forward.

Scorpio (Oct. 21 – Nov. 20) September is your time to drop the bad habits and negative choices that are holding you back. Make the decision to move forward with a healthier and more positive mindset in these next weeks.

Sagittarius (Nov. 21 – Dec. 20) As you are celebrating the successes in your life, both big and small, don’t forget to look around and support others and celebrate with them as well. There is also the possibility that someone you love may be struggling, and it’s important that you remain conscious of their needs and how you can encourage them this month.

Capricorn (Dec. 21 – Jan. 20) Do not close yourself off to the possibility of love this month, there will be opportunities to restore old connections and meet new people as well. Although it can be scary, it’s important that you release your fears of trusting others and allow yourself to be vulnerable.

Aquarius (Jan. 21 – Feb. 20) This month it’s important that you understand the value of leading by example. Even if you don’t realize it, there are many people who look up to you and are watching how you respond to difficult situations.

Remember that you have influence and what you do matters.

Pisces (Feb. 21 – March 20) Now is the time to examine your priorities and make some hard choices about how you spend your time. There is simply not enough time in the next few weeks to do everything you want, so take a hard look at what is most important and what will bring you closest Grace Giger to your goals in the can be reached at long run. arg-life@uidaho.edu

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BARBENHEIMER BLOWS UP IN THEATERS Who runs the economy? Girls!

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It’s not up for debate, “Barbie” has solidified its status as the movie of the summer.

The film is Warner Bros.’ latest masterpiece and has shattered records, claiming the title of the highest-grossing movie this year. However, let’s not focus on just the numbers. “Barbie” is a great film. For years, you would hear that comedy is dead, no one makes blockbuster comedies anymore.

Well, the curse is over.

The blockbuster comedy is back. It’s plastic, it’s fantastic.

At its core, “Barbie” is the billion-dollar movie that actress Margot Robbie promised it would be. The film’s director, Greta Gerwig, joins the ranks of cinematic legends as the highestgrossing female director in history.

Along with the film’s box office performance, women have taken the reigns of this summer’s various blow out successes. Concert tours from singers Taylor Swift and Beyoncé have reached the famed billiondollar mark as well. A summer of retrogrades has brought personal transformation to the forefront and that’s what the film “Barbie” is all about.

“Barbie” is a success because it’s a movie with a message for everyone.

You have the power to be who you desire to be.

Margot Robbie’s Barbie - Stereotypical Barbie - lives the dream life in her dream house and has the “best day ever” every day. Her lifestyle allows her to avoid having intimate time with her Ken, played by Ryan Gosling.

This is the crux of the dilemma between the two. Barbie barely knows herself, but she does know that she doesn’t like Ken in “that way.” Ken needs Barbie to feel any kind of self-worth. We have all been there, we are all human! And some of us love that kind of s*** (yeah, I’m cussing now).

Then, our Barbie starts having thoughts of the dreaded D-word, Death.

This causes her to go on a journey of self-discovery with plenty of laughs and

useless men in suits.

And yes, Ken is there too, but on his own journey. Barbie is finding out who she wants to be, not what others tell her to be. While Ken is learning he’s not who he dates or what his job is, which is simply “Beach.”

Sure, Barbie and Ken look perfect together, but that doesn’t mean love is in the air.

best for you because no one else will.

A film about a plastic doll tells one of the most human stories of the summer.

Don’t miss the opportunity to witness one of the season’s greatest stories on the big screen.

Ricky Simmons can be reached at arg-life@uidaho.edu

Christopher Nolan’s historical biopic is a must-see Grace Giger ARGONAUT

Director Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated historical biography film, “Oppenheimer,” The film tells the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, known as the “father of the atomic bomb”, and dives into the

genius and pain of the man who was fundamental in the development of the atomic bomb during WWII. The film stars Cillian Murphy as Oppenheimer, Emily Blunt as his wife Katherine, Matt Damon as the di-

The issues both Barbie and Ken go through are modern problems we face in real life. Many of us don’t know who we are and simply base our life off hobbies, jobs or relationships. We never take the time to figure out what we want from life.

Instead, we focus on what our peers or family desire for us. Many of Barbie’s friends make remarks about how perfect Ken is. She doesn’t like him, but it’s clear she is still in the relationship.

That’s where free will comes in. It does not matter what others say.

You should make the decisions that are

rector of the Manhattan Project and Leslie Groves and Robert Downey Jr. as Lewis Strauss. Phenomenal acting from these and others, combined with brilliant cinematic storytelling by Nolan, make this an unforgettable film that will leave audiences feeling haunted.

Based on the book “American Prometheus”

by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, “Oppenheimer” weaves together multiple timelines and perspectives, even switching between color and

black and white scenes, all coming together brilliantly to explore the man behind the most destructive weapon in human history. But this film is more than just a biopic of Oppenheimer, it dives into the horrors of war, the rush of intellectual genius and the destruction that power can bring to a person’s soul. Artfully blending aspects of historical drama, romance, the devastation of war and biography, this film is something truly one of a kind and is nothing short of a masterpiece.

The true driving force in this film is the acting of Cillian Murphy, he portrays Oppenheimer in such a haunting,

forceful manner that it brings the film to life and leaves you on the edge of your seat for the entirety of the three-hour screen time. Murphy’s slim frame, piercing blue eyes and hollow face make him seem like a man who is wasting away under the weight of his own knowledge and the destruction he has brought to the world.

As he navigates scientific discoveries, Communist accusations, government pressure and relationship struggles, he appears to fade away, shrinking further into himself and away from the enormity of his actions. The rest of the star-studded cast propels the film even further and highlights Murphy throughout the turmoil of Oppenheimer’s life.

Nolan’s adventurous directing style does not disappoint, with breathtaking detail, abstract imagery that draw viewers into each scene and even a sense of the set shaking in moments of great tension, as if the whole world is quaking with the impact of what Oppenheimer has done.

Equally impressive is the soundtrack. Ludwig Goransson’s music is both subtle and striking, portraying the horrors of war and a depth of emotion that takes the film to new heights.

Some viewers have found issue with parts of the film feeling slow or boring, particularly towards the end, but I simply did not find this to be the case. While there are scenes that are slightly longer than may be necessary, there was not a moment in which I was not completely engaged and drawn into the action of this film. Nolan managed to make three hours of a historical biography not only feel enjoyable, but truly impactful. This film brings one of the most important and devastating scientific discoveries in human history to life, and it begs us to consider the implications of our actions and the way that humanity’s desire for power and annihilation could be the end of everything we know.

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Getting “Eck”cited for matchup against Nevada Idaho is looking for their first FBS win since 2017 James Taurman-Aldrich ARGONAUT

The Vandal football team is headed to face an old foe on Sept. 9.

For the first time since 2011, Idaho and the University of Nevada, Reno are facing off on the gridiron. The Wolfpack leads the series 9-3, and they’ve taken the last seven by hefty margins. Idaho fell 56-3 in its last matchup with Nevada.

However, the two teams are much different than they were 12 years ago. Idaho enters the game coming off a 7-5 2022 season and a 42-17 win over Lamar.

Nevada is coming off a 66-14 loss to USC and a 2-10 season.

Although the numbers look like Idaho should have an easy win this week, UNR is not a team that should be taken lightly.

“They’re going to be fired up,” Head Coach Jason Eck said. “I’m sure they’re looking at this as a get-right game for them to get back on track.”

Nevada put up 360 total yards on offense against USC, with 311 coming through the air. Idaho put up 497 yards in total, but they split the run and pass almost equally with 273 yards in the air and 224 on the ground.

A majority of the Wolfpack’s offense went through senior wide receiver Jamaal Bell. Bell racked up 121 yards and one touchdown on eight receptions.

Seventy-seven of those yards came on one play.

“I think their best player is probably their receiver, number three,” Eck said.

“If you have 100 yards against USC, you’re a pretty good receiver.”

Although both teams have solid offenses, this is a game that will be won on defense. Idaho’s defense shined last week against Lamar, as did USC’s against Nevada.

The Vandals walked out of Beaumont with four sacks and an interception. The Wolfpack walked out of Los Angeles with one sack and zero interceptions.

However, USC got past Nevada’s line eight times with five sacks and three more tackles for loss.

If Idaho is going to make it a “fourthquarter game” as coach Eck put it, they need to get in the backfield while also covering down field. Nevada averaged 14.1 yards per completion, and getting beat deep has been a weakness for Idaho.

“They throw a lot of deep balls, I’m concerned about that,” Eck said. One of Nevada’s touchdowns was on the 77-yard pass to Bell while the other came on a three-yard run after a 75-yard pass.

On paper, this should be the first competitive game between these two teams since Idaho won 42-33 in 1999 in Reno.

The Wolfpack wants to comeback after a tough loss while the Vandals look for their first win against an FBS team since beating Georgia State 24-10 in 2017.

“We’re going to play aggressive; we’re going to play to win,” Eck said.

“We’re not going to go in there and try to keep it close or keep it respectable, we’re going to go for it and go for the win.”

Idaho and Nevada will kick off at 4 p.m. on Sept. 9. The game can be viewed on the Mountain West Network.

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Maddy Lasher looks to take a shot against Washington

Idaho women’s soccer to face California teams The Vandals look to move to 5-1-1 Jayden Barfuss ARGONAUT

After fighting tooth and nail for a tie against Nevada, the Vandals are headed to California for a two-game road trip this week.

Idaho will face California State University, Northridge on Sept. 7 at 5 p.m. After facing CSUN, they will travel to the University of California, Santa Barbara, for a noon game on Sunday. Idaho comes into the road trip 3-1-1.

CSUN CSUN is winless in their six games with a 0-5-1 record heading into Thursday’s matchup.

On top of being winless, CSUN is scoreless on the season and will be looking to finally get on the board against one of the best defenses in the nation.

Idaho is led by junior midfielder Annika Farley with two goals and one assist, including the gametying goal against Nevada.

The Vandals have had five different goal scorers to begin the season.

Idaho will look to get on the board early as they try for their fourth win of the season.

UCSB Idaho defeated UCSB 1-0 last season and will hope to repeat that result this time around. UCSB had an average 2022 season, posting a 5-9-6 record.

The Gauchos are not starting the season off on the right foot, opening with a 1-2-3 record. The Gauchos return their leading scorer, senior midfielder Lauren Helwig, who put up an impressive seven goals and one assist last season.

Helwig has added three goals this season leading the Gauchos, including

two of her three goals in their last game, which was a 2-2 draw against Iowa State.

The Vandals have questions on offense, however, with both senior forward Maddy Lasher and senior Midfielder Margo Schoseler not playing in their last game. Lasher has only played in one game this season.

With the Vandals potentially down two starting offensive threats, this road trip could be a challenging weekend for the Vandals.

Once the fun in the California sun is over, the Vandals will head to El Paso, Texas, to close out non-conference play against UTEP on Sept. 14 at 6 p.m.

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VANDALS BEAT CARDINALS IN SEASON OPENER Idaho led 42-3 at the beginning of the fourth quarter James Taurman-Aldrich ARGONAUT

The University of Idaho football team beat Lamar 42-17 in Beaumont, Texas, on the first college football night of the 2023 season.

Sophomore running back Anthony Woods rushed for over 100 yards for the third time in his career. All 138 yards came in the first half. He also ran in for two touchdowns.

Redshirt junior wide receiver Hayden Hatten led the receiving room.

On top of getting 86 yards and two touchdowns on six receptions, he also threw a touchdown. Redshirt sophomore quarterback Gevani McCoy dished the ball to Hatten who threw it to senior RB Nick Romano.

Romano also had a good game on the ground.

He gained 41 yards on five attempts.

Tommy McCormick led on the defensive side of the ball. The junior defensive back racked up nine total tackles and assisted on one tackle for loss.

There were three total sacks from Idaho, but only one was solo. Redshirt senior defensive lineman Tylen Coleman found himself bringing pressure to the backfield multiple times during the game. He sacked junior QB Robert Coleman 1.5 times.

Lamar started off slow but ramped things up in the second half, scoring 17 points.

The Cardinals’ first score came off the foot of junior kicker Chris Esqueda. The Cardinals were able to get from their own 50-yard line to Idaho’s 13, making it an easy 30-yard field goal for Esqueda.

Coleman was the sole player taking snaps for Lamar. The transfer from Mt. San Jacinto College finished with 119 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Although the Cardinals might be expected to mostly utilize the air, its ground game was just as effective. Junior running back Khalin Griffin finished with 42 yards and one touchdown on 12 attempts. Coleman also utilized the ground game, running for 21 yards on 11 attempts.

Lamar’s defense only

allowed Idaho to put up 14 points in the second half.

Sophomore linebacker Robert Bonar led the charge, tallying up seven total tackles.

The stat lines for both secondaries were equal.

Senior defensive back Kevin Anderson brought life back into the Cardinals with his third-quarter interception. Idaho junior DB Marcus Harris also snagged a third-quarter

interception.

Multiple Vandals went out of the game in the second half because of cramps, while the Cardinals didn’t see many players go down. However, this allowed Idaho to use its depth.

“We subbed a lot, which was good, I want to get guys in the game,” Head Coach Jason Eck said.

“There’ll be some really good teaching for some

players. We’ve got a lot of true freshmen in there.”

Eight Idaho wide receivers snagged receptions, four running backs picked up yards and two quarterbacks took snaps.

Twenty-four defensive players put up numbers on the stat line.

“We’ve got to play a lot better,” Eck said. “We had way too many penalties... we had two turnovers in the second half... there’s

a lot of things that we’re going to have to clean up to beat the FBS teams on our schedule.”

Idaho will head to Reno, Nevada, next to take on the University of Nevada Wolfpack. The game will kick off at 4 p.m. on Sept. 9.

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Marcus Harris snags an interception against Lamar

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Vandals grind out draw against Wolfpack

Raleigh Grossbaum hired as Idaho men’s tennis coach

Alyssa Peters moves to ninth all-time in assists for Idaho

Grossbaum is the sixth men’s tennis coach in Vandals’ history

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The Idaho women’s soccer team returned home to play Nevada on Aug. 31 on the back of a pair of 1-0 road wins.

The Vandals were able to keep their three-game unbeaten streak alive with a 1-1 draw, moving them to 3-1-1 on the season.

The Nevada Wolfpack came into Thursday’s matchup 0-2-2. The Wolfpack dominated the Vandals in the first 25 minutes and, with a bad foul by senior outside back Alyssa Peters, the Wolfpack was knocking on the door to score.

From that foul, sophomore defender Abigail Souza took the free kick and put an in-swinging ball into the box. Fifth year midfielder Luz Arreaga connected her foot through the ball, and, after a couple of deflections, the ball ended in the back of the net, giving Nevada a 1-0 lead.

The rest of the half was the same as the Vandals already lackluster offense had no energy. Nevada outshot the Vandals 5-1 with the Wolfpack having three shots on goal to the Vandals one.

Idaho began to pick up their press coming out of the locker room, gaining momentum.

In the 78th minute, Idaho won their 10th corner of the game. After a bad clearance, senior forward Jadyn Hanks passed the ball back to Peters on the right-wing.

Peters took a touch into space and sent

in another cross. It connected with junior midfielder Annika Farley, who guided her header into the bottom corner and tied the game for the Vandals.

Idaho played tough defense and pushed on offense to close the game.

However, despite efforts, the game ended in a 1-1 draw. After a lackluster first half, the Vandals responded by posting 10 shots, four of which were on goal, in the second half.

Nevada’s momentum in the first half died down as the Wolfpack only took one shot in the second. Head Coach Jeremy Clevenger was pleased that his team played better after halftime, but also acknowledged the sluggish start, “I thought we just started slow. We weren’t quite ready to play for some reason,” he said. “I give my team a lot of credit to come back and fight back, tie it up and really look like the better team in the second half, but it’s a learning lesson and we have to start stronger.”

The Vandals were down two starters, senior forward Maddy Lasher and senior midfielder Margo Schoesler, which could have contributed to offensive struggles.

Although Idaho had a good start to the season with three goals against Seattle University, the Vandals have not scored more than one goal in any other game this season. Without Lasher and Schoesler, Idaho’s offense will need to play stronger.

The Vandals will travel to California next to take on CSUN on Sept. 7. Idaho will be back at the Kibbie Dome for its conference opener against Weber State on Sept. 20.

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After six weeks without one, the Idaho men’s tennis team has a new head coach. Raleigh Grossbaum joins the program after two seasons at Dartmouth College.

“I am truly grateful to Terry Gawlik, and the rest of the Idaho senior staff for trusting me and believing in my ability to lead this program,” Grossbaum said in a press release. “I also want to recognize Coach Daniel Hangstefer for the excellent job he did with this team over the last five years. The progress and momentum he built here will continue to aid our successes in the coming years.”

During his time as an assistant coach at Dartmouth, Grossbaum helped sign the 22nd ranked recruiting class in the country. Before Dartmouth, he spent a season as a volunteer assistant coach at the University of Georgia.

While Grossbaum was in Athens, Georgia, the Bulldogs were a top-10 team in the nation. They finished 17-7 (8-4) in the SEC and reached the NCAA Elite 8.

At the age of 29, Grossbaum is already in

his second head coaching position. Before going down south, he was the head coach at Southern Utah University in 2020.

The Thunderbirds were 3-7 before Big Sky Conference play was cancelled.

Raleigh Grossbaum | Courtesy

After coaching in the Northeast, South and West, Grossbaum is returning to his old stomping grounds for this position.

“I am thrilled to be returning to my home state,” Grossbaum stated in a press release. “I plan to capitalize on Idaho’s great strengths and build the program to new heights. I see a bright future ahead, and I’m eager to get to work in.” pursuit of that vision.”

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THEORIES CAN HURT MOSCOW campus and town shut down completely and no one was seen walking around like usual.

The community of Moscow, as well as UI, have experienced plenty of drama following the murders with national media attention and true crime explorers visiting and disrupting the flow. At the time the As the day of the trial starts getting community was still in shock at what had nearer, the rumors online are starting to happened in their small North Idaho town. become wilder and wilder. Some of these Students on campus experienced rumors and theories are even shifting reporters approach them on campus blame from Bryan Kohberger between classes and asking to the roommates and other them questions about stuff they members of the community. may have known nothing about.

When looking for these This questioning led to students theories online, there are a few grouping together on the way to places where they are more classes and refusing to answer prevalent than others. There questions. is a specific subreddit called This will only get worse as BryanKohbergerMoscow, the new school year starts with which has thousands of posts the trial potentially close behind talking about theories on it. With the theories and media Connor Anderson the case, as well as trying to will also come the people who ARGONAUT debunk evidence. inherently find and pick apart A few major talking points each individual error. between most of the members of this In the previous subreddit, there are subreddit are about how the roommates posts outlining the differences and weren’t considered suspects early in mistakes made by the roommates in their the case as well as the evidence behind testimonies, and how that is evidence that Kohberger’s car. they are lying or being coerced into saying There are posts talking about how the certain things. initial model year of the white Elantra These theories and accusations towards didn’t match with the one that Kohberger the roommates have started to become owned. When points are brought up that more and more detailed or aggressive to there are very subtle differences between the point where they start to insinuate that the two model years or the quality of the the roommates were the ones responsible. camera they are instantly dismissed.

As the trial starts, these theories will Most cases that fall into the same start to get even more common, which category as the murders of four University means that Moscow will come under the of Idaho students also have a dedicated microscope from people all around the subreddit like these. However, they are world again, and they won’t be as kind or generally based on facts and sharing caring as community members may want. information rather than making theories.

This is worrisome as these theories revolve around how Kohberger is innocent and that the true killer is still at large.

To people who may not live in the community, or on and around UI, this may not be such a big deal. However, they Connor Anderson didn’t experience the few days following can be reached at when the bodies were found, both the arg-opinion@uidaho.edu

The theories online about the murders are spreading and will gain more traction

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Asking for her opinion Flowers Girls love it when you ask for their Come on people, this one is easy. Not opinions on topics, mainly because they just on birthdays or holidays, flowers are usually right. Doing this shows her should be a more common idea. Get some that you care about what she thinks and on a random Thursday or the next time want to hear her advice. She also might you stop by the store. Flowers are the have some great points. But, even if she poster child of romance. It’s a kind and ends up giving the worst advice ever, it romantic gesture to remind her that you will still make her feel appreciated when are thinking about her. So why on Earth you listen to her ideas. do you only think about her on holidays?

Your friends to like her That’s almost insulting. Go get her some This is a big one people. It may not flowers right now. seem like much, but a girl really wants to Girls are complicated, but doing these hear about your friends liking her. It’s a things is not. She may not show it, but lot of pressure trying to join a new friend she will appreciate every little thing you group. She just wants to know that they do for her. But remember, you know her don’t hate her. Meaning, if your friends better than I do, so add a little personal say anything remotely kind about her, let flair to it. That will be the cherry on top! her know. It will probably make her day – even if she doesn’t show it.

Being included This applies to more than just girls, Presley Zimmerman but it’s one that people tend to forget. can be reached at Inclusion helps give your girl a sense of arg-opinion@uidaho.edu

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Shot of downtown Moscow from overhead

LETTER FROM THE EDITORS: WELCOME BACK VANDALS! The Argonaut celebrates it’s 125th birthday The Argonaut Editorial Staff is excited to welcome back Vandal students for the 2023 Fall semester. This year marks 125 years that the Argonaut has been part of the University of Idaho community, and we can’t wait to continue our legacy this year. In celebration of this monumental anniversary, you may have noticed that the Argonaut logo looks a little different. In fact, this logo is a throwback to our 1981 edition, and we hope you enjoy this retro throwback which is a fun reminder of the longstanding legacy of the Argonaut here at the U of I. Looking Back The past year was undeniably challenging for the Vandal Community and Moscow as a whole. The homicides of the four beloved Vandal students left our community heartbroken, and we at the Argonaut grieved with you. In a community forever changed, we faced the challenge of finding the light and hope amidst one of the darkest times in University of Idaho history. While Moscow will never be the same, together we are pushing forward to rebuild and reconnect our Vandal community. It is important that we never forget the tragedy of last November and the lives that were lost, but it is equally important that we start this year anew and keep open minds for the future of the U of I.

Moving Forward As with every new school year, the beginning of this semester should be seen as a chance to start fresh and pursue new opportunities. We at the Argonaut are doing just that, starting fresh. With new staff, new logos, new ideas and new passions, the Argonaut will work to inform Vandals with the best information. We want to be your number one informant for all things University of Idaho. We hope to help you know when and where to branch out and try something new. There are over 250+ clubs here at the U of I and we encourage you to get out of your comfort zone and find one that you’re interested in. Moscow is also a great place to live, and getting connected with your Moscow community is a great way to enhance your experience here at the UI. From swing dancing at the Moose Lodge to the Farmer’s Market on Saturday’s, there is more to do here in Moscow than meets the eye at first. The beginning of the semester is also a great time to get out and explore. We have a beautiful Arboretum here on campus, and the Palouse is full of natural wonders and unique experiences to enjoy. No matter what your niche may be, there is something for everyone if you are willing to branch out, meet new people and try new things.

After all, what is the college experience if not a chance to get out of your comfort zone and embrace some adventure?

The Editorial staff can be reached at arg-opinion@uidaho.edu

THE CURIOUS CASE OF LITTLE WOMEN: WOMEN DONE RIGHT! Saugata Debnath ARGONAUT

Greta Gerwig’s "Little Women" stands as the prime adaptation of Luisa May Alcott’s novel. Under her direction, the story turns into a medium-rare steak— not too overcooked nor an underdone attempt at giving motion to the allure of a timeless story. While several directors and casts have taken on this literary classic, Gerwig's triumph can be attributed to one thing: her portrayal of women. Yes, it is that hard for a lot of people, even among directors, to visualize women as a real-world persona rather than a dignified, homely doll. So, what sets Gerwig’s apart and allows her to succeed when all others fall behind?

"Little Women" made its big screen debut in 1917 as a silent film, causing a series of adaptations by different directors through the years. In the 1933 adaptation directed by George Cukor, Katherine Hepburn was cast in the role of Jo March.

What was the problem with this version?

Jo was a silly comedic character with poorly written dialogue.

Fast forward to 1994, and Gillian Armstrong’s adaptation with Christian Bale and Winona Ryder checks a lot of boxes. The team made the movie much easier to enjoy. But still, it lacked a lot of, well, Jo March. It felt as if each director before Greta Gerwig was trying to tone down Jo’s aura.

Throughout earlier adaptations, Jo's resilience, determination, and societal challenges were portrayed, but in a

manner that felt dictated by a male writer.

It felt patriarchal. When a woman finally took the reins to tell a woman's story, the difference was night and day.

Gerwig needs no introduction today.

Many cinephiles have already experienced her work in films like "Lady Bird" and "Barbie." She portrays her characters in flesh and blood, grounded in reality. Even in her social satire "Barbie,” she manages to make modern beauty standards relatable.

In her adaptation of "Little Women,” Gerwig presents the four sisters as equally different, distinctive and pragmatic.

She pulls us inside the screen to inspire empathy. When we see Gerwig’s Jo March, played by Saoirse Ronan, it's like being struck by lightning. Jo is playful, unconventional, eccentric and indomitable. She rejects love because she doesn’t want to be the mistress of the mansion. Her presence is robust.

Jo’s sisters are shown as distinct personalities. The female struggle is on full display, with each sister carrying an extra layer of internal pain they can’t shake. Loneliness, insignificance, shattered dreams—all humanely portrayed and well realized. It's a portrayal of women that feels more realistic than what Hollywood has offered in the past.

Saugata Debnath can be reached at arg-opinion@uidaho.edu

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Summer Country Music Showdown

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Colby Acuff playing at the Summer Country Showdown

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Thompson Square opens night two of the Summer Country Showdown

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Hailey Whitters singing to a crowd of UI students

Country music fans came out in droves for the first ever Summer Country Showdown. Due West opened the weekend while Jake Owen closed it out. As the final act of the night, Owens and the Moscow community made sure to end the weekend on a high note. A large portion of the lower bleachers were filled, and fans flooded towards the front of the stage.

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Jake Owen closes out the Summer Country Showdown

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Due West jamming out center stage

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Mark Wills and the band