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Letter from the Editor-in-Chief

Welcome to SLU

Noah Berman / The University News

Every year, new students slather on blue body paint to support our athletic teams and embrace the Billiken lifestyle during Welcome Week.

FAST FACTS ON SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY The following statistics are based on information gathered as of May 8. A final census will be taken in September. Look for updated information this fall in The University News.

8,100 undergraduates from 50 states and almost 80 foreign countries call SLU home during the academic year.

40% 60% WOMEN

TOP 5 STATES REPRESENTED BY THE CLASS OF 2016

MEN

WISCONSIN CALIFORNIA MISSOURI

ILLINOIS

MOST POPULAR MAJORS Nursing Biology Health Sciences Physical Therapy Still Deciding

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“What do you wish you had known as a freshman?” “Where buildings on campus were before I made my schedule. I don’t need an hour to get across campus.” Gabrielle Broders Sophomore “I wish I had known about all the student involvement opportunites and organizations.” Jacob Mudge Senior

“I wish I knew about the cool things to do in St. Louis. It’s a fun city.” Scott Salomone Senior

“Buy books online or from upperclassmen. It’s usually cheaper.” Rebecca Schoepke Sophomore

Welcome, incoming Billikens. The time has finally arrived. After years of hard work in high school, you have made it to the spectacle known as college. You’re also fortunate enough to attend a great academic institution with even better Commentary people. After three years, I can say without a moment’s hesitation that Saint Louis University does an excellent job in preparing its students to be both successful professionals and outstanding, high-character individuals. You all have a wonderful opportunity at your feet, and I BRIAN BOYD encourage you to make the most of it. Before offering my thoughts and advice regarding the undergraduate life, I’d like to take a moment to introduce you to The University News and the orientation issue currently in your hands. The University News has served the SLU community for 90 years, acting as a source of unbiased information and an outlet for voices to be heard. We are made by the SLU community, for the SLU community. No matter a student’s age, major or background, The University News welcomes all members of the SLU family. My personal experience confirms that we are a meritocracy in the purest sense of the word. As a student in the John Cook School of Business, I began as a sports staff writer my freshman year and worked my way up to an editor position. Now I am humbled to serve as the Editor-in-Chief of this wonderful organization. There are no limits to what you can achieve at SLU or The University News. While we strive to cultivate communication skills and introduce students to the wonderful world of journalism, we also foster the bonds of teamwork, friendship and loyalty. The University News’ editors, staff members, faculty advisors and management team work relentlessly for you, the reader. This orientation issue hopes to help you navigate SLU and the greater St. Louis area. Inside, you will find information on the best places to eat, quiet places to study, an introduction to Billiken athletics, and a primer on the many resources at your disposal, among other things.There’s plenty places to go, sights to see and things to do, and we have done our best to offer a helping hand. With three years passed and another on the horizon, it’s challenging to encapsulate my college career in 800 words. That being said, there are a few tidbits of advice I hope will help you prosper throughout your time at SLU. First and foremost, work your butt off. Although finding a career may seem distant and you may not even know what you’re majoring in, put everything you have into these years. It’s not about landing a high-paying job after graduation. Rather, you should do it for yourself, your spirit. Time is the most precious commodity of them all. For most of you, four years from now you’ll be standing on a podium reflecting on your college career. At that time, you’ll have to answer some difficult questions: What did I make of my college career? Did I give everything I had? Your undergraduate years are the best of your life, but unfortunately, they are years you will never get back. Take nothing for granted. With every test, paper, meeting and person you encounter, give your all. If you do, four years from now you can look in the mirror and know that you didn’t waste a single moment. Secondly, have fun. While the media portrays college as Animal House reincarnated, there’s much more to the experience. If you’re like me, you’ll find that the little moments resonate more than the Friday nights. Working hard is not limited to the traditional academic successes and career achievement. It includes giving effort at developing yourself as someone who genuinely enjoys what they do. Find beauty in the little things that make life worthwhile. Cultivate yourself to be a person that brings kindness, humor, care and enjoyment to those around you. Treat every day as a gift, and the fun and hard work will come naturally. Finally, and most importantly, love. Love yourself, love one another. Working hard, having fun and loving are not detached from one another. Rather, they build and feed upon another. If you love yourself and others, having fun and working hard are easy. In my opinion, how you treat others is the ultimate determination of one’s character and quality of life. Give others, even strangers, your timea and talents, for they are the greatests gifts. When you do, strangers aren’t strangers anymore; love breeds love. We human beings are not meant to be diminutive, timid individuals passing the time. We are called to love and serve others. These are your years and no one else’s. Make the most of them. God bless.

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Let Us Introduce You Colin Hirsch

Oriflamme president loves Welcome Week, hopes to become a dentist

Kristen Miano / News Editor

By KRISTEN MIANO News Editor

Senior Colin Hirsch arrived late on move-in day freshman year, meaning he had to move himself into his dorm. “I got here late because my dad is not really an early arriver, so there was no one to move me in,” Hirsch said. What Hirsch missed out on was the mob of enthusiastic, orange-shirted students who volunteer every year to not only help the incoming freshmen move into their dorm rooms, but also lead them through the maze of activities that make up Welcome Week. This energetic, helpful group of students is Saint Louis University’s own Oriflamme, an organization whose sole purpose is to ensure every incoming student’s transition into college is as smooth and as fun as possible. Though Oriflamme didn’t help Hirsch set up his room, their contribution to his Welcome Week experience left him with a glowing impression of the organization. “I really liked the people I got to know through Oriflamme,” Hirsch said. “And

it seemed like something I would like to do. I thought it would be a good experience and I felt that I could fit into the model that Oriflamme was trying to look for.” Hirsch followed through and joined Oriflamme, serving as a team leader last summer. This year, Hirsch will be serving as president of the orange mob. Hirsch said his favorite part of the Oriflamme was the casual, fun atmosphere it created for both the team and the freshmen. “I like that you can be yourself, go crazy and not have to worry about what people are thinking,” Hirsch said, “I liked getting to know a lot of great people, both people already at SLU and the incoming students.” Hirsch thinks Oriflamme is a valuable experience because they are one of the first impressions new students get of SLU. He believes having a good time during Welcome Week can make all the difference in a student’s first few days on campus. Events like the square dance and the spirit competition are some of his favorite Welcome Week events because it gives every-

one a chance to let loose and have fun. “My advice to the incoming class is do not be afraid to be yourself,” Hirsch said. When Hirsch isn’t enthusiastically running around in bright orange, he’s a biology major with a certificate in professional studies. When he’s done with school, he wants to become a dentist not only because it’s a family profession, but also because he wants to have the ability to fix problems. “You have a lot more freedom as opposed to practicing medicine,” Hirsch said. “With medicine its a lot of tests and coming back and not always knowing what’s happening. But with dentistry you can pinpoint a problem and fix it.” Apart from teeth, Hirsch also claims a love for music, the Chicago Bears and the Moonwalk. “Yes, I can do the Moonwalk,” Hirsch said. “I learned from YouTube and the Michael Jackson Motown video. I’m an avid Michael Jackson fan.” Be on the look out for Hirsch on move-in day and be sure to say thanks to him and all the other kids in orange for the good work they do.

A Guide to Student Government The Student Government Association of Saint Louis University serves as a representative body for the student community. SGA is here to address student concerns and act as a liaison between the average SLU student and the University administration. In short, SGA is here to work with and for students. SGA is comprised of several levels of association members. The commanding body of SGA is the Executive Board, featuring the Student Government President and six vice presidents who each represent different areas of student life. The VP of Academic Affairs is the chief student representative to the administration for all academic issues, whether that be educational reform or ensuring that the classroom environment is satisfactory. The Financial VP manages the allocation of the Student Activity Fee, the main source of funds for all Chartered Student Organizations on campus. The VP of Student Organizations is the point person for the CSOs on campus. He or she helps new groups through the chartering process and oversees existing groups to make sure they are fulfilling their roles. The VP of and Social Justice’s Diversity role is to work with students on issues related to diversity and social justice issues at SLU. They work closely with

diversity-oriented organizations and partner with the administration to work on various initiatives to make SLU a more inclusive environment. The VP of Internal Affairs manages the interior working of SGA. They work with new senators, interview with committee members and ensure senators are working effectively with the students they represent. The VP of International Affairs is the representative for the international students on SLU’s campus. They work closely with international student concerns and try to make the University the most welcoming environment possible. Below the Executive Board is the general assembly of SGA. This is comprised of elected and appointed senators who represent various facets of the University. Each residence hall has it’s own representatives, as does each college within SLU. Other areas, including Commuter Students and the Black Student Alliance, also have senators who represent their interests and concerns. Senators debate and vote on legislation that passes through SGA, but also work with their constituents on any issues that may arise. The final level of SGA is the committees. Committees are working groups made up of both senators and students who work through

some of the finer details of the various facets of the University. For example, the Safety and Security Concerns Committee works on issues of safety on SLU’s campus, while the Residential Affairs committee addresses concerns that may arise from oncampus living. Committees debate and vote on issues, but do not have voting power on legislation that comes before the entire Association. Despite the many levels making up SGA,ever yone involved is there to help students and ensure their needs are met. SGA cannot, however, address problems they are not aware of. Fortunately, there are several ways a student can get in touch with SGA if they have something they would like to see done. As stated before, each residence hall and college has its own senator representative. Problems or ideas relating specifically to those areas should be directed to the respective representation. An email to a senator or a committee representative is an easy and effective way to get in contact with them, and all their contact information is available on the SGA website. SGA is here to serve the student body, but it is most effective when the student body works with it to ensure student life is the best it can be. Learn more about the Association at sga.slu.edu.

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Meet the 2012-2013 Editorial Board Editor-in-Chief: Brian Boyd Affectionately referred to as ‘Editor-in-Beef’ by his juvenile roommates, Brian believes that all natural phenomena can be explained through a combination of Physics, Pink Floyd and the movie Space Jam. After being elected EIC, Brian developed a false sense of grandeur, introducing himself to strangers as “The most literate Accountant in the universe”. He is not.

Copy Editor: Hilar y Korabik Hi my name is Hilary and I am a senior at SLU. When I was little I would spend my summers inside reading instead of playing outside; naturally, I’m an English major. In my spare time I enjoy doing feminist-y activities, challenging social expectations and correcting grammatical errors.

Copy Editor: Lizzie Bartek

Managing Editor: TJ Keely TJ Keeley, a senior studying English, philosophy and film studies, recently celebrated his 73rd birthday. This Managing Editor loves scotch and “Three’s Company.” TJ is working hard to bring back the lost art of cardigans, sweater vests and bowties. When TJ grows up, he would like to be Julia Child.

Three years ago, Lizzie traded the snowy woods of Michigan for SLUruba palm trees. Her affinity for correcting others’ grammar led her to the copy desk of the University News. This newcomer gets her kicks from writing, editing, running, listening to Springsteen, eating Ted Drewes and actively seeking out cute dogs around campus.

News Editor: Kristen Miano Kristen has been at the UNews for four years, ending up here simply because she likes knowing things about things and then likes writing about them so other people can know things about things too. She’s easily amused. Kristen is from Yonkers, NY, a city only famous for being the setting of the musical “Hello Dolly!”. Kristen has never seen “Hello Dolly!”.

Asst. News Editor: Wolf Howard I shot the sheriff and the deputy. And as I fled the scene on my faithful steed, hipster army came upto stop me. As a cow had done it, I jumped my horse over the moon. The cat with the fiddle was quite impressed. Free, I ate some Chicago deep dish and now live happily.

Arts Editor: Alanah Nantell I’m Alanah Nantell, a sophomore Social Work major and the Arts editor. I’m at the UNews because all of my friends are tired of listening to me rant and there’s only so much you can type in 140 characters or less. I enjoy sitting in the rain and spending time with my friends’ cats.

Copy Editor: Hallie Kaiser Ironically enough, the name of a copy-editor is misspelled. It’s Hallie, but pronounced like your best friend Lee is waving at you from across campus, as in, “Hey Lee!” I’m a senior with a mouthful of majors,including English and Communication. I have a passion for pie and peer-editing.

Mulitmedia Director: Emily Diehl Hi! I am Emily Diehl, a Communications and Political Science studying senior, and most importantly I am the UNews Multimedia Manager. When I’m not writing or discussing the government, I am most likely watching tween drama shows and drinking Gatorade. I don’t eat anything green; it makes me feel like a rabbit, but if it is artificially colored that is okay.

Science Editor: Gabby Geerts I hail from the true dairy land where my love for cheese, brats, and the Packers was fostered. My devotion to the big three withstands the distance and even the unhealthy truth I learn while studying nutrition and dietetics. My life motto of less is always more applies to everything but this trinity.

Asst. Arts Editor: Maggie Needham Hi there! I’m Maggie, a sophomore English major who is still waiting for her Hogwarts letter. In the meantime, I enjoy reading good books and writing bad ones, acting as if my life were a musical, and drinking chocolate milk. I’m also blessed to call the Micah Program my home.

Sports Editor: Charles Bowles Hello, I’m Charles Bowles. I am an American Studies and Communication major from Louisville, Kentucky and I am the Sports Editor. I joined The University News because I wanted to provide the best sports coverage for Saint Louis University. I have written blogs for The New York Times.

Asst. Sports Editor: Tony Traina From Indianapolis, I’ll be a junior biology and political science major. So, after curing cancer and becoming president, my dream is to quietly settle down in the south of Spain and open a small vineyard. I decided to join the UNews because of the unique opportunities it gives me to feel like I’m part of the university. Who else gets a chance to actually interview the Billiken?

Religion Editor: Adnan Syed Hello! My name is Adnan Syed, and I am the Religion Editor. I chose to attend SLU because of the diversity found in the students and the variety of majors offered here. I will be covering Religion related events on campus throughout the year

Fashion Editor: Julia Christensen My name is Julia Ann Margarette Christensen and I’m a senior studying journalism. I love handbags, baking, style, writing, DIY and coupons. I’m named after a Beatles song. I collect toys and retro furniture. My boyfriend and I have a cat and two American bulldogs, all named after breakfast foods.

Design Editor: Brianna Radici Hi everyone! I’m Bri, a junior majoring in Occupational Therapy from Indianapolis, IN. I’m a big fan of the color pink, STL Cardinals, Chicago Bears, puppies, country music, and chocolate of any kind! I’ve loved designing and being a part of the UNews in past semesters and can’t wait to see what this year will bring!

Online Editor: Chris Webb

Opinion Editor: Daniela Mondragon My name is Daniela Mondragon and I am a soon-tobe Senior at SLU, double-majoringin Journalism and International Studies. I am also the Opinion Editor for The University News. Writing for The Unews began as a hobby, but I soon fell in love with both this talented team and with this paper.

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Essential eateries and studying sanctuaries Top five places to buckle down and hit the books Librar y After close to a year of renovation, the Pius XII Memorial Library has been turned into one of the best study spots on SLU’s campus. The five floors of Pius Library features quiet study areas, plenty of tables and comfy chairs. The University’s Learning iCommons houses PC computers equipped with Microsoft office and payto-print printing stations. The Library also houses Argo Tea Café, a convenient stop for a study snack or a caffeine fix.

• Griesedieck:

Law School The Law School Library is notorious for being one of the quietest study spots on SLU’s campus. While it’s not a good place to hang out with friends, it’s certainly a great place to get work done. Though it is located in the current Law School building, the library is open for the use of all students regardless of major. The Law School lobby also features several tables, comfy couches, and the Sidebar Café, a tiny coffee shop with grab and go sandwiches and salads.

Business School

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Saturday: Closed Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Similar to the Gries Caf, Reinert Hall has an all you can eat style-dining hall with numerous options. Reinert accepts meal swipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features rotating specials, including vegetarian and gluten-free options.

• Au Bon Pain

If you’re looking for a study location off-campus, look no further than Café Ventana. Located on the corner of Vandeventer Ave. and West Pine, this popular study spot provides an artsy, New Orleans coffee shop feel, a welcome atmosphere for those tired of the library or dorms. The Café Ventana Annex, located next door, is a quieter location with two breakout rooms and plenty of tables and chairs. The best part of studying at Café V is their selection of coffee drinks, smoothies, sandwiches, salads and their ever-popular beignets.

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekend: Closed Au Bon Pain, or just ABP for short, is located on the ground floor of the Busch Student Center serves a wide variety of freshly made soups, salads, baked goods and bagels. Students can also order hot sandwiches or just grab a cup of coffee and some fruit. ABP only accepts Flex dollars most weekdays, with the exception of a weekly meal swipe night.

• Grand Market Place Monday - Thursday: 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Weekend: Closed (Chick Fil A open Sat 12 p.m.- 3 p.m.) Grand Market is located on the second floor of the Busch Student center and offers several different dining options in one location. Grand Market features a Chick Fil A, Chopsticks Chinese food, Tomato Head Red pizza and Italian food, Grand Deli sandwich shop and a sushi bar, which makes several varieties of sushi you can grab and go. All Grand Market locations only accept Flex dollars with the exception of a weekly meal swipe night.

Busch Student Center The Busch Student Center is not only the hub of student activity on campus, but it is also an excellent study spot. The BSC has loads of couches, chairs and tables, plenty of places to grab food while you study and meeting space that, if not booked for some other event, are ideal for quiet studying or group meetings. The BSC also has its own technology service center on the ground floor with public computers and pay-to-print printing stations.

• The Bean Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Weekend: 8 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Dining Off-Campus: Six places to try Looking for something differnt than the on-campus fare? Try these popular dining locations around SLU, all within walking distance from campus. Crazy Bowls and Wraps:

Pappy’s Smokehouse:

Crazy Bowls and Wraps is a different kind of fast food joint. In lieu of French fries and burgers, CBW serves up meals packed with noodles, rice, vegetables and protein, a wide variety of wraps and fresh fruit smoothies. A great location for vegetarians, vegans and meat-eaters alike.

Voted the best BBQ in St. Louis by the Riverfront Times, Pappy’s is the best location around for the carnivores among us. Pappy’s does all kinds of BBQ imaginable and does it well. They only make limited quantities of their dishes, so once they’re out, they’re out! If you’re looking to try Pappy’s, it’s in your best interest to get there early, as there is often a line to be served.

Diablitos:

Triumph Grill:

Diablitos, which means “little devil” in Spanish, is a conveniently located Mexican restaurant right on the border of SLU’s campus, just behind the Village Apartments. Diablitos serves all the standard Tex-Mex fare, including tacos, burritos, nachos and much more. Great spot for a fun night out.

Located right next to Hotel Ignacio, Triumph Grill offers a wide variety of burgers, sandwiches, pastas, salad and more that suit all kinds of tastes. A nice mix of pub and up-scale dining, Triumph tends to be on the pricier side of the college budget, but it’s a nice place to take the parents when they’re in town.

Pickleman’s:

Flying Cow:

Pickleman’s opened two years ago underneath the University Lofts and has quickly become a SLU favorite. Pickleman’s makes toasted sandwiches, pizzas and soups to order, so everything you get is fresh and hot. With late hours and delivery, it’s an ideal option for those who are ravenous and lazy after midnight.

At Flying Cow, you can get frozen yogurt done just the way you like it, mostly because it’s a self-serve frozen yogurt spot. Flying Cow offers several flavors and numerous toppings to choose from, giving you the chance to create your dream fro-yo creation. Great spot for a fun, healthy treat.

3722 Laclede Ave., St.Louis, MO

• Reinert

Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Weekend: Closed Terra Ve is the only all vegetarian restaurant on campus. Options include a salad bar and sandwich station, and the daily specials feature a myriad of different kinds of meatless meals you can use meal swipes for. Terra Ve also sells a selection of vegetarian grocery items students can purchase with Flex dollars.

Cafe Ventana

3761 Laclede Ave., St.Louis, MO

Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Weekend: 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Located on the ground floor of Griesedieck Hall, the Griesedieck Cafeteria (or just “Gries” for short) is a popular dining location for freshmen and upper-classmen alike. Gries is accepts meal swipes for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the weekdays and offers brunch on the weekends. Gries features a salad bar, a makeyour-own waffle station, a stir-fry station, a sandwich bar and several specials. Vegetarian and Halal food options are available daily.

• Terra Ve

The Business School building is the ideal mix of social study spaces and quiet study areas. The Business School atrium is a wide, open space containing tables and chairs making it a great location to study and chat with friends. If you’re looking for a spot to really concentrate on work, however, the Business School also features several quiet study rooms and breakout spaces located through out the building. The Business School is also the home of the Ameren Café, making it easy to grab some lunch and get some work done.

3852 Lindell Blvd., St.Louis, MO

Places to Eat on Campus

3106 Olive Street., St.Louis, MO

3491 Olive Street., St.Louis, MO

3331 Locust Street., St.Louis, MO

SLU’s own on-campus coffee shop, located on the second floor of the Busch Student Center . Serves a variety of Starbucks coffee, including some fair trade certified varieties. The Bean also offers a list of specialty drinks, teas and a rotating weekly coffee special. Grab and go salads and sandwiches and baked goods are also available for purchase, but only Flex dollars can be used here.

• Fusz Food Court Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. Friday: 11 a.m.- 12 a.m. Saturday: 5 p.m.- 12 p.m. Sunday: 5 p.m.- 2 a.m. Located right next to Fusz Hall, the Fusz Food Court offers three different dining stations. Wild Greens is a build your own salad/wrap bar, Smasher’s Grill serves up things like burgers and fries, and 2.mato features various kinds of pizza and pasta. Fusz Food Court also offers a variety of grab-and-go options, including sandwiches, salads and sushi. Fusz Food Court is open until 2 a.m. most night, so it is an ideal location to satisfy any late night study snacking. Fusz only accepts Flex dollars.

• Salsarita’s Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Weekend: Closed A Tex-Mex style eatery located on the ground floor of the Busch Student Center, inside the Billiken Club. Salsarita’s allows you to build your own Mexican-food creation, whether it be a burrito, tacos or nachos. Salsarita’s only accepted Flex dollars, with the exception of the weekly meal-swipe night on Fridays.

• Subway/C-Store Monday - Thursday: 10:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 10:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. Weekend: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. The Subway located in Demattis Hall is just what you would expect Subway to be, only now it’s included on your meal plan. Subway offers a variety of made to order subs, sides and drinks. In the same location is SLU’s connivance store, a handy one-stop shop for any grocery or snack food needs. The C-store also sells several household items, such as soap and toilet paper. Both the C-store and Subway only accept Flex dollars.

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Summer reading retells boy’s journey to find his family By TJ KEELY

A guide to your SLU student ID

Managing Editor

One thing the entire SLU class of 2016 has in common is a copy of Enrique’s Journey by Sonia Nazario. The novel is described on the front cover as “The story of a boy’s dangerous odyssey to reunite with his mother.” It is based on a series of features published in the Los Angeles Times in 2002. The series was awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 2003 as well as nearly 20 other journalism awards. Enrique’s Journey is a nonfiction story about a 17-yearold Honduras native who leaves his home to find his mother in the United States. His mother left for the U.S. when Enrique was 5, and he has grown tired of waiting. Enrique leaves home with no money, only a piece of paper with his mother’s telephone number on it. The book chronicles Enrique’s travels through unknown parts of the U.S. and follows him as he constantly flees danger, be it gangsters, police, bandits or other migrants. Nazario met Enrique at a migrant shelter. After hearing his story, she retraced his steps of his 1600-mile journey over three months. Enter tainment Weekly praised the novel for “turn[ing] the current immigration controversy from a political story into a personal one.” Chilean playwright Isabel Allende calls it “outstanding journalism.” She calls it a must-read “because you know these young heroes. They live next door…” Enrique’s story, while nonfiction, is a microcosm of the story thousands of children make each year, fleeing danger and the law to be reunited with their families. The relevant political and social subject of the novel reflects a trend in the 11-yearold program. Past selections include “Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace…One School at a Time” by Greg Mortenson, “Mountains Beyond Moun-

Moving out of the nest and into a college dorm is a wonderful experience. You’re finally free, able to spend your free time as you wish without the oversight of parental authority. Exhilarating? Yes. Intimidating? Yes. After all, you do need to develop time management skills and discipline. When students contemplate the realities of independent living, they often forget one critical aspect: ensuring the basic necessities to survival. Luckily, there exists a piece of plastic which will grant you the luxuries of food, shelter and knowledge. New student, meet your SLU card. It’s that thing in your wallet with Saint Louis University’s campus as a backdrop and your beautiful mug in the corner. If you haven’t received one yet, make sure you stop by DuBourg Hall Room 33 before you head home. To illustrate the awesome power of your SLU Card, here are some of its functions. 1.) You need to break free from the Ramen Noodles at one point or another, and your SLU card can help you out. If you’re a freshman, your SLU Card holds 8, 10 or 14 meal swipes, depending on which meal plan you choose. These swipes can be redeemed for a buffet-style meal at either the Griesdieck Hall Cafeteria or the Reinert Hall Cafeteria. Image courtesy of Sonia Nazario

tains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, the Man Who Would Cure the World” by Tracy Kidder and “Acts of Faith: The Story of an American Muslim, the Struggle for the Soul of a Generation” by Eboo Patel. Last year’s selection, “When the Emperor Was Divine,” by Julie Otsuka, is a novella about a JapaneseAmerican family during WWII internment. Enrique’s Journey has become a popular choice for similar summer reading programs in 52 universities across the country. It was the second most-likely chosen book for such programs in 2010. The SLU First-Year Summer Reading Program provides incoming students with an introduction to the Jesuit mission through nar-

rative form. Furthermore, the Program offers incoming students a common narrative to refer to in intellectual discussions and a foundation onto which students can build their university education. During SLU 101 Summer Orientation, students receive a copy of the book and are introduced to the program. All first-year students are asked to read the book upon their arrival to campus for Welcome Week during which they will discuss the reading in a small group of other firstyear students and under the direction of a faculty member. In the past, the First-Year Summer Reading Program has provided students with a reflection of the mission of the university, a context for current political and philosophical questions and an opportunity for dialogue.

2.) Not feeling the buffet? Your SLU Card also holds flex dollars, which can be redeemed at any on-campus dining establishment. These flex dollars buy more than food, too; toothpaste, deodorant and little things you can’t live without can be purchased with flex dollars. Depending on your meal plan, you’ll have 475, 350 or 125 flex dollars. 3.) Your SLU Card is the key to your residence halls and other buildings on campus. In order to access any of the dorms, you’ll need to swipe your SLU Card at a security device before you enter. The card will get you into your own dorm without a hassle, but after 9 P.M., you’ll need to be signed in by a resident to access other residence halls. The SLU Card will get you into the Pius XII Memorial Library (and check out books) and Simon Recreation Center as well. 4.) Last year, students were given free tickets to SLU men’s basketball games for the first time. Your SLU Card is what gets you the ticket to all Billiken athletic events; from volleyball to basketball, it’s a free pass. Furthermore, your SLU Card gets you discounts at the nearby Moolah Theatre and the Fox Theatre. 5.) Believe it or not, your SLU Card can be used to make purchases nearly anywhere. Students can open a Billiken Bucks account which gives students the options to make debit-card like purchases on SLU’s campus and at select nearby restaurants. To offer its students even more flexibility, SLU has partnered with U.S. Bank to allow the SLU Card to function as a debit card. Once students have made the arrangements to give their SLU Card debit card capability, they can make ATM withdrawals or purchases at over 1.5 million locations worldwide.

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High expectations in 2012-13 for Men’s Basketball after NCAA Tourney run By CHARLES BOWLES Sports Editor

The clock had struck midnight and the 2011-2012 season was over, but the valiant effort in the 65-61 loss against Michigan State closed one of the most successful seasons in Billikens basketball season in recent memory. The Bills concluded last year with a 26-8 record, ending in the third round in the NCAA tournament. The team was briefly nationally ranked for the first time since the 1993-94 season. The Billikens defeated teams this season like: Washington, Xavier, Villanova and Memphis. “We fought our guts out. They’re a terrific team. I don’t know that we could have played better,” Head Coach Rick Majerus said. The Bills opened the season on a six-game winning streak and won the 76 Classic over the Thanksgiving holiday. After winning the 76 Classic, the team found itself in the Associated Press Top 25, but they quickly fell off the list after a loss to Loyola Marymount. After losing to Loyola Marymount, the Bills won another six-straight games. Majerus got his 500th victory as a head coach against Illinois-Springfield, and the Bills were 12-1 going into The Pit at New Mexico. After the 12-1 start, the Bills then dropped three out of four games against New Mexico, Dayton and Temple, making the Bills fall to a 13-4 record. After three more wins includ-

ing a 73-68 win against Xavier, the Bills dropped another game in the Atlantic 10 against Massachusetts, making their overall record 16-5 at the time. The Bills then won another sixstraight games but then suffered a last-second loss to Rhode Island on the road .They finished strong, beating Xavier and Duquesne in the 24-6 record. In conference tournament play, the Bills received a first-round bye, placing second the A-10 conference standings for the regular season. The Bills defeated Duquesne in the A-10 quarterfinals, but they were then defeated by Xavier in the A-10 semifinals. After a 25-7 record, the Bills then were declared a No. 9 seed in the NCAA tournament and faced Memphis in the first round. The Bills had not received a tournament bid since 2000. The Bills defeated the Tigers 61-54 to give them their first win in the NCAA tournament since 1998. However, the Bills’ season ended with a 65-61 loss to Michigan State. They briefly lead in the first half and pulled within 2 points in the second half, but they could not regain the lead “He’s a great coach. I couldn’t imagine playing for a better coach, a better person. He doesn’t just teach you about basketball, it’s about life.” former player Brian Conklin said. In Majerus’ fifth year, SLU has begun the rebuilding process to become nationally relevant. The team will bring in three

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Kwamain Mitchell (#3) heads this year’s Billikens basketball team as one of the four returning starters for the team. Mitchell averaged 12.1 points per game and 3.8 assists per game last season. recruits next season in Jared Drew from Indianapolis and Keith Carter from Chicago, and transfer Austin McBroom from Central Michigan. McBroom will not play this season due to NCAA transfer rules and will be available for the 2013-2014 season Besides his on the court achievements, Majerus has emphasized education. He has coached six Academic All-Americans including two from SLU. Last year, Brian Conklin became SLU’s seventh Academic AllAmerica. This year’s is the best Majerus has at SLU. Four starters:

Kwamain Mitchell, Mike McCall Jr., Dwayne Evans, and Rob Loe are all returning. The most important factor in any Majerus basketball team is defense. SLU had the best scoring defense in the A-10 allowing 57.6 ppg and was the 8th best scoring defense in the nation. Opponents averaged 14.7 turnovers per game against the Billikens. Last season, Mitchell was tabbed to the all-conference 3rd team last season and was second on the team with 12.1 ppg and lead the team with 3.8 assists per game,

and a 2.0 assist-to-turnover ratio that was third in the A-10 conference. The Bills also have three key contributors off the bench returning for next season in: Jordair Jett, Cody Ellis, and Cory Remekun. Jett was tabbed for the A-10 alldefense team last season. Jett had 32 steals last season. The team is poised to make another run at the NCAA tournament. Also, as an added bonus, tickets are free for the first 1,000 students, but make sure you get tickets early for games like Xavier and Dayton.

Men’s basketball: The five season defining moments of 2012-13 By CHRIS ACKELS Staff Writer

The first big win (Nov. 20)

By halftime of the third game of the season, it was clear this year was something special for Billiken basketball. SLU had a 50-25 lead at the half over Washington. It was a coming out party for the SLU defense, and the first time fans got a glimpse of what this team is all about.

Four days in Anaheim (Nov. 24-27)

No matter who they are against, three games in four days can be tiring. And no matter who they are, when the schedule includes games against Boston College, Villanova, and Oklahoma, SLU established themselves as a team to beat nationally. They walked out of the 76 Classic at 6-0 and nationally ranked for the first time in 18 years.

This is our house (Feb. 28)

After beating Xavier at the Cintas Center, the first time a team had done so in five years, Xavier came to town on Senior Night in February. The sell-out crowd was loud as ever as the Billikens exploded for quite possibly their best half of basketball all season. After trailing by ten at the half, SLU went on a 24-3 run that nearly took the roof off the Arena, and ended up winning the game 70-59. The game – and the post-game ceremony honoring seniors Brian Conklin and Kyle Cassity – was partly a celebration for the great season, and partly a send-off for the games ahead.

Taming the Tigers (March 16)

After earning a No. 9 seed in the NCAA Tournament, SLU’s first round game against Memphis was a chance to really show their guns. After a solid defensive first half, the Billikens found themselves down eight with 10 minutes to play. At that point, a Mike McCall three pointer ignited a 23-7 run, one that included eight straight free throws from Conklin, who was 10-for-11 from the charity stripe during the game. The first-round win in front of a national TV audience did more for this program than any other game this season. It was the signature win of the year.

Saint Louis University proudly claims ten NCAA men’s soccer National Championships.

SLU Soccer: A History of Champions By ANDREW BUSH The University News

A tradition. That is what players on the Saint Louis University men’s soccer team embody when they put on their jerseys that are adorned with 10 small stars circling the SLU logo. These stars are not just decoration—they each represent a national championship for the SLU men’s soccer program. “Everybody involved in college soccer knows about the history of SLU,” former Billiken and current New York Red Bulls (Major League Soccer) player Tim Ream said. “To be able to put on the SLU uniform with 10 stars on it and know that you could be a part of that eleventh star, that eleventh national championship, that’s something special. No other program has that—being able to be a part of that history.” The history that Ream speaks of dates back to 1959, the first year that included a season of NCAA men’s soccer. The first ever NCAA men’s soccer national championship game was played on Nov. 28, 1959 in Storrs, Conn. between SLU and the University of Bridgeport. In that initial season, SLU head coach Bob Guelker led a team that had a budget of $200 and a roster comprised of only St. Louis-area players. In the semifinal against City College of New York, the all-St. Louis roster prevailed against a squad that had 14 foreign-born players. SLU won the 1959 national championship against Bridgeport 5-2, the first of 10 Billiken men’s soccer national championships in a span of 15 years. Although SLU has not won a men’s soccer championship since 1973, the Billikens’ 10 national titles represent the most in NCAA history. Second on the all-time list is the University of Indiana, with seven national championships to their credit. These men’s soccer national championships represent the only NCAA championships achieved by SLU. Several current players on the squad understand the legacy they represent each time they step onto the field. Junior Mike Roach said, “I wanted to personally come [to a place] where soccer was one of the bigger sports at the school. With no football, basketball and soccer are the

recruits, although he does not know how important that is to a potential player. “Our history is something that we talk about all the time,” McGinty said. “We definitely talk about it with recruits. But at the end of the day, families are looking at the value of education and how much is coming out of their pocket. Some of those things trump the soccer program, but we talk about our history every chance we get.” Ream certainly considered the championship tradition at SLU when he signed his letter of intent to play at SLU in 2005. “The history is what keeps players coming in,” Ream said. “It’s something bigger than yourself; it’s bigger than the team you’re on. That’s something that no other college will ever be able to duplicate.” The legacy was also special to Roach, who grew up in close proximity to Billiken soccer. “I’m from St. Louis, so I’ve always known about SLU soccer. I would go down to games, and one day I thought it would be awesome to play for the school, and I’m honored to have that opportunity right now.” McGinty himself was drawn to SLU in part because of the winning tradition of the men’s soccer program. “For me, it was an exciting and positive aspect of the job. It was probably a bigger deal in recruiting me than for some of the 17-year-old boys that I was recruiting,” McGinty said. Unlike the 1959 team, the current SLU men’s soccer squad features players from all over the Western Hemisphere. The players come from three countries and seven states. Still, 10 players on the the 2010-11 men’s soccer roster hailed from the metropolitan St. Louis area. Although much has changed in the landscape of NCAA soccer since 1959, a core of St. Louisarea talent still provides the nucleus of the SLU men’s soccer team. No matter the odds, when the players and the coaches step onto the field, with the 10 championship stars on their chest, the tradition enters the field with them.

BUILDING A TRADITION: The road to 10 titles 1962

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Showing the World (March 18)

In front of a nationally televised audience – quite possibly the largest TV crowd in SLU history – the Billikens brought No. 1 seed Michigan State down to the wire. Had SLU shot better than 23.8% in the first half, or had Michigan State shot worse than their 61.9% in the second frame, it would’ve been a completely different outcome. But against a team unlike any team they had played before, the Billikens showed they belonged on the floor. And most of all, they showed they belong on the national basketball stage.

two biggest sports, and with SLU having so many national championships, soccer is huge.” Current head coach Mike McGinty represents only the sixth head coach in the history of the men’s soccer program at SLU. The five coaches who preceded him averaged 10 years at the helm of the program. “The school has done a great job sticking by their coaches,” McGinty said. “The coaches have a long tradition of excellence in continuity. To do anything at a high level for a long time takes stability—if you change coaches, if you change staffs all the time, then you lose some of that continuity and long-term planning. Giving coaches long-term stability helps them do better.” The two first coaches at SLU, Guelker and Harry Keough, are each responsible for leading SLU to five national championships. Guelker led the Billikens from 1959-1966 and Keough from 1967-1982. Guelker continued his coaching career long after he left SLU, even coaching the United States Men’s National Team at the 1972 Summer Olympic Games. “We have an enormous sense of pride and respect for the guys that were here before us,” McGinty said. “We embrace it; we go about our business every day trying to honor and pay homage and respect to those that came before us. We understand that the program itself is bigger than any one of us. The backs of the jerseys change every year, but the ‘SLU’ on the front of the jersey stays. We do everything we can to create some of our own history and some of our own memories.” “You just respect [the jersey] every time you go out and play, knowing all the players that have gone out before you,” former player Beau Bellomy, a current member of the team, said. “It means a lot knowing that I wear the same jersey as all the guys who won all those national championships and guys like Brian McBride who have done so well for the University and have played on national teams and in the MLS.” McGinty also said that he stresses the past success of SLU soccer to all of his potential

Head Coach Bob Guelker Overall Record 11-1-0 Championship game 5-0 (vs. Bridgeport)

Head Coach Bob Guelker Overall Record 14-1-0 Championship game 3-2 (vs. Maryland)

Head Coach Bob Guelker Overall Record 12-0-1 Championship game 4-3 (vs. Maryland)

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Head Coach Bob Guelker Overall Record 13-1-0 Championship game 3-0 (vs. Navy)

Head Coach Bob Guelker Overall Record 14-0-0 Championship game 1-0 (vs. Michigan State)

“It would take an all-star team picked from the other three semifinalists to give the Billikens anything like a close game.” - Bridgeport coach John McKeon, after Saint Louis’ 1959 championship victory

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Head Coach Harry Keough Overall Record 8-3-2 Championship game 0-0 (vs. Michigan State*)

Head Coach Harry Keough Overall Record 13-0-0 Championship game 4-0 (vs. San Francisco)

Head Coach Harry Keough Overall Record 14-0-1 Championship game 1-0 (vs. UCLA)

Head Coach Harry Keough Overall Record 15-2-3 Championship game 4-2 (vs. UCLA)

1973 Head Coach Harry Keough Overall Record 15-2-3 Championship game 2-1 (vs. UCLA)

“If standing up under pressure means anything, we’ve been through lots of it this season.” - Saint Louis coach John McKeon, before a semifinal match in 1967 *Due to weather conditions, co-champions resulted

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