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Duhawks ‘walk a mile in their shoes’ For the kids by AMBER MATACZYNSKI | staff writer
During last week’s End the “R” Word Week, celebrated both on campus and nationwide, DuBuddies hosted many activities. There were decorations throughout the hallway of the ACC, including shoes, which were colored during the kickoff party Monday night. The shoes represented the overall theme of the week being, “Du Walk a Mile in My Shoes,” coined by Sammi Brown, a junior who’s part of DuBuddies. Prior to the week-long extravaganza, co-presidents of the organization, juniors Shelby Carter and Alex Schiavoni and seniors Annie Kashmar and Jacob Oglesby, along with the rest of the executive board committee came together to plan what is a fan favorite event for the buddies. Two events, the kickoff party to start the week and the talent show to wrap up everything, were kept the same days as previous years. The rest of the week was slightly changed to allow a focus on education and advocacy. In order to make everything a success, the organization enlisted help from family photo CONTRIBUTED members, professors, staff members of the buddies and other Loras clubs such as Black Duhawks and their DuBuddies dance to “YMCA” at the end of their talent show. Student Union, the Alliance and representation from IPO. They cooperated to add depth to a lack of understanding. First-year Claire Brennan says that seeto the message of eliminating the use of the A common theme when encountering a ing the smiles the event brings to the bud“R” word while bringing to light other words situation where this may occur was not to dies’ faces is one of the best ways to get which have the power to hurt necessarily become defen- the message out. Their smiles effect the an individual. sive, but instead see it as Loras members of the organization who “The event exceeded all an opportunity to educate feel just as much love, if not more, during In DuBuddies, expectations,” said Carter an individual by pointing the events and in particular from the participation is about Wednesday’s “Watch them in the right direc- buddy they’re paired with. Seeing a best stressed due to the tion. This can even be friend again as well as other friends, new Your Mouth” event, a first for the DuBuddies and one done by asking why a per- and old, heightens the level of excitement. buddy’s reliance that expanded the group’s son feels this is the term In DuBuddies, participation is on the student horizons. DuBuddies and he or she wishes to use. stressed due to the buddy’s reliance on to be there as a other Loras-affiliated organiA C a t h o l i c S o c i a l the student to be there as a guaranteed zations came together, proguaranteed person T e a c h i n g a p p r o a c h person to spend time with. However, viding testimonies to bring also implemented End the “R” Word Week is special for to spend time with. was awareness to a wide variety throughout the week, everyone involved in DuBuddies. In seof hurtful terms that are used such as Thursday’s event nior Annie Kashmar’s words, everyone on a regular basis and can where participants walked does so by employing their “different sometimes be misinterpreted as slang due in solidarity with the buddies. abilities.”
Digital therapy for a digital age
Mental-health treatment is available to people without having to leave home by AVA LALOR | executive copy editor
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), one in four college students have a diagnosable mental illness but 40 percent of them do not seek help. Also, 80 percent reported feeling overwhelmed and 50 percent struggle with anxiety that impacts their academic performance. Many organizations strive to support and represent those who struggle with mental health. One such organization is Modern Therapy. Created by Brandon and Cassandra Christensen, Modern Therapy is an online counseling platform, making counseling available to anyone from their office in New York. “Modern therapy is a mental health practice that makes talk therapy available to anyone, anywhere, through text, email, phone and video conferencing,” explained Christensen. “We make therapy more affordable and accessible through a membership program where members get unlimited access to connect with their therapist when they need it the most.” While digital therapy may be unfamiliar to many students, it is not a new form of therapy. “Digital therapy has actually been around for some time, but is recently becoming a commonly used form of mental healthcare,” said Christensen. “While traditional talk
therapy is typically conducted in an in-per- to be struggling with a severe mental son setting, digital therapy is conducted illness to receive help from a therapist through an electronic medium such as text, and that is just not true,” she said. “Let's email, phone or video conference.” face it — life is just hard sometimes. The In a recent poll by The Lorian, the stu- one thing everyone has in common is dent response to digital therapy was fairly we all go through a wide range of emosplit. Some betions and many times lieved this form these emotions are of therapy was We make therapy more affordable extremely tolling better than nothand difficult to naviand accessible through a ing while others gate. I think it is very thought in-perimportant to conmembership program where son therapy is tinue the conversamembers get unlimited access necessary. tion about the topic to connect with their therapist “I think that openly and increase anytime someefforts to make care when they need it the most. thing new comes Cassandra Christensen m o r e n o r m a l i z e d along, it takes and acceptable.”Acco-creator of Modern Therapy some time to be cording to the recent adopted,” said What Do You Think Christensen. Poll, many Loras “There was a time that people thought that students agreed with Christensen, as online dating was strange, and now it has the majority of students believed there become the new normal, because it makes is a negative stigma surrounding mental the process much more easy and conve- health. While there are many organizanient.” tions like Modern Therapy that combat Christensen, a Licensed Clinical Social this negative stigma and support those Worker, is one of the therapists at Modern who struggle with mental health, there Therapy. As someone in the field, she knows still appears to be a lack of resources for the barriers many people face in regards to the community. traditional therapy, such as travel, wait time “I don't think that there are enough after an appointment, payment and the stig- resources for those struggling with menma surrounding mental health. tal illness,” said Christensen. continued on page 3 “There is this perception that you have
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and for fair trade
by ASHLEY PUDIL | executive editor
Dance Marathon, known for making Loras the number one fundraising school per capita, is making a switch that, while appears small, has a large impact: going Fair Trade. The shirts that will be worn at the big event in April this year will be fair trade from a local Dubuque business, a new change for the organization. “Fair Trade is based on the idea that as much as we all hope to be adequately appreciated and compensated for our hard work, the people who create the products we use should be treated the same way for their work, no matter their location, ethnicity, socio-economic status, or gender,” said Fair Trade intern Krissy Juarez. The collaboration to make these shirts came from an overlap of student leadership in both organizations when Dance Marathon was in the process of ordering shirts and finalizing designs. Dance Marathon worked closely with Spiritual Life to design the shirts with their new vision in mind, and Juarez was excited about the collaboration. “Human dignity is a major focus for the Peace & Justice community, and supplying students with Fair Trade products helps to promote ethical systems that seek to protect the human dignity of vulnerable people,” Juarez added. “So essentially, this is a win-win situation for us.” The win-win situation transferred over to Dance Marathon well, as both organizations want children to enjoy their childhoods and live healthy, happy lives. “We discussed that we should not limit the promotion of healthy children to those treated at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, but it should be a global mission,” said Michaela Dohleman, co-president of Dance Marathon. Dohleman emphasized all money being fundraised for the hospital will continue to go towards the hospital, as Dance Marathon worked with Student Union to receive additional funding for the new shirts. “With the approval (from Student Union), everyone was happy to agree to the decision,” Dohleman said. Through the collaboration, a common ground was discovered between the two groups: campus organizations have a desire to create a positive atmosphere and create positive change on campus and in Dubuque. “I think the ideals are supported through what Loras teaches,” Dohleman said. “We are supposed to be ethical decision-makers and responsible contributors. Buying Fair Trade is just one example of how to put those dispositions into action.” “All the dispositions have been present in the decision to have Fair Trade shirts at Dance Marathon,” Juarez added. “I feel it shows a dedication to creating a community of conscious consumerism that not only encompasses Loras but also extends outside of it.” Dohleman and Juarez both hope this collaboration will continue into the future and that other organizations will think more about Fair Trade options. “The support of the other campus organizations really made this a reality and we hope the collaboration continues in the future, continuing conscious consumerism on campus,” Dohleman commented. For any organization interested in ordering Fair Trade t-shirts, contact Juarez at Kristin.Juarez@loras.edu.
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Loras women #PressForProgress See some of the faculty and staff nominees for International Women’s Day; see all those who were nominated on myduhawk.com Dr. Kohlhaas
Dr. Cassella
Mrs. McDermott
Prof. Kurm
Mathematics
Neuroscience
Spiritual Life
Business
(She is an) exemplary teacher, mentor, adviser and member of the community.
“She is serving as a remarkable role model for female scientists.”
“Outstanding female leader and advocate for people.”
“She has done so much for Loras in her 30+ years of work.”
Dr. Fett
Sr. Bernadine
Mrs. Schumacher
Dr. Thompson
Social Work
PT Coord. Academic Success
Student Life
Engineering
“Nancy is very smart and strong. Nancy often leads by example.”
“There is no one friendlier or more genuine.”
“She is always willing to help without any judgment.”
“She works hard to recruit women ... and exhibits true servant leadership.”
Rachel Choice Where are you from? Batavia, IL
What are your majors/ minors? Media Studies and Sociology double major with a minor in Psychology.
Every senior’s favorite question ... postgrad plans? The future for me is so wide open and uncertain at the moment … I applied for an internship in New York for NBC which would be really great. Ultimately, I want to work in creative film and television production, so that is the goal I’m striving for!
was super interesting, plus we got to go see a bunch of movies in the theater so that was a plus.
What are you involved in on campus? I’ve worked with LCTV (Loras College Television) for four years. My sophomore year a bunch of us in LCTV formed an intramural glow-in-thedark volleyball team. We were terrible, but it was some of the most fun I’ve ever had.
Chicken Nugget Monday or Taco Tuesday? Taco Tuesday all the way. Taco Bell is life.
What is a fun fact What is/was your favorite about yourself? class during your time I was able to get the at Loras? opportunity to voice a I took a J-term class called Music in the Movies which
cartoon character in a new show called “Becca’s Bunch.”
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Praise & Worship: The faces behind the voices by ELIZABETH TIGGES | copy editor
While many students might have seen this group at campus events or Praise and Worship Adoration, not many people really know much about the group. The Lorian got a chance to interview a few of the members to get an inside look at exactly what they do. “The praise and worship team is a group of musicians that provides contemporary Christian music at different events on campus,” said Rachel Timmerman, the director of liturgical music and the group’s mentor. “They are most known for their Praise and Worship Adoration nights, but they also occasionally play at Mass and different Spiritual Life events.” The group consists of many vocalists and a few instrumentalists. Praise and Worship Adoration is held on the second Thursday of every month at 9 p.m. The group also sings at a couple other campus events and special Masses each month. Auditions for the group are held at the beginning of each school year in the fall. Not only is this group a student favorite, but it’s also very important to Timmerman as well. “It’s important to me because of what they do – they get the opportunity to lead fellow students in sung prayer. I think what they do is important and necessary on campus. We have adoration opportunities every day, but this holy hour is at a different time of day that may work better for some people or is an alternative for people who may be nervous about the idea of silent adoration. It’s a great blessing in my life to be able to gather and pray with and for these students and all students.” Students come from all over campus to enjoy the music these students provide. A
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It’s important to me because of what they do – they get the opportunity to lead fellow students in sung prayer.
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few of them gave their insight on what being a part of the group means to them. “My favorite part about being in the group is the community, especially the solid group
of singers in the guys section that are all good friends,” said junior Blake Derby, a vocalist for the group. “My favorite song is probably ‘Blessed Be Your Name’ because
Therapy: A need for mental health awareness Do you think digital therapy is an effective way to help those with mental health issues? “I think if the patient needs this and it is effective for them, they should have this opportunity, but it should not by any means be required especially if the patient does not want to.”
“I feel it’s important to do face to face because you connect to your therapist more. The therapist receives a more honest answer because they can read your body language and reactions to your conversations.”
~senior Jesse Coleman
~first-year Cora Shefchik
“I think this is effective but not the best way. It probably helps someone who has a busy schedule or needs help in that moment.” ~sophomore Keyera Shaw
“The biggest problem with mental illness is that people don’t think it’s a real illness. Digital therapy sounds great because it makes it easier for individuals to get help.” ~anonymous Loras student
WHAT DU YOU THINK? The Lorian solicited open-ended answers for this “What Du You Think?” feature. Of the 60 total people who responded, 90% of students think there is a negative stigma around mental illness and 46.7% think digital therapy is an effective way to help mental health. continued from page 1
“People struggling with mental health have individualized needs and should be able to see someone who specializes in what they are dealing with. Many times, the resources that are available are either unknown or struggle to accommodate the rapidly rising needs.” That is why Modern Therapy and other companies are turning to digital therapy. Also, according to a study by Azy Barak in 2008, digital therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy. In fact, based on the nor-
mality of modern modes of communication, Christensen believes it is a very normal way to create effective relationships. “So much of our communication in our daily life with friends and family members is done through text, email, phone or video conference,” she said. “Talk therapy is extremely relational in nature, so it makes sense to apply these communication methods to the practice.” Yet, she also understands that different people require different types of therapy to best address their needs.
“I do not believe that digital therapy is for everyone and there are certainly many cases where it may be preferable, or even necessary to see a therapist in person.” “I would really like to convey the importance of seeking help when it’s needed. Our hope is that people become more educated on the importance of mental wellness and the stigma continues to be busted.” For more information about Modern Therapy, visit their website.
it’s an awesome closer. I also really like ‘Build Your Kingdom.’ We just added it this year.” Another vocalist, junior Rachel Heiderscheit, shared why she enjoys group. “I love being part of Praise and Worship because I get to help others in their conversations with Christ. I can focus on praising God through music, which is my favorite way to pray, and help others raise their voices to God as well. I love looking out and seeing heads bowed in prayer or looking up with complete love for Christ in their eyes as they look upon the Blessed Sacrament,” said Heiderscheit, “‘Sanctuary’ is one of my favorite songs to sing. I think it is so beautiful and peaceful and even though we do it towards the end usually, it always puts me in a good place with my prayer.” Not only does this group welcome singers, but there are places for instrumentalists as well. Senior Ayla Graziano contributes her musical abilities through playing the violin. “My favorite part of being in the group is getting to collaborate with others and play music I don’t typically get to play. It gives me a break from the classical music I typically play and allows me to express myself in a different way,” said Graziano, “‘Oceans’ is my favorite song because of the instrumental solo parts I get to play, the lower range, and the large crescendo that builds throughout the piece.” These students hold this group dear to their hearts just as much as the rest of the Loras community. As a Catholic college, Loras provides opportunities for students to use their talents in worship. Come listen to the team during their next Praise and Worship Adoration that will take place on Thursday, April 12, at 9 p.m. in Christ the King Chapel.
Party with a purpose by AMBER MATACZYNSKI | staff writer
On Friday, March 9, the St. Patrick’s Day Party was held in the Pub. The “Irish” celebration is an event that supports students who have gone on or wish to go on one of the service trip opportunities offered by Spiritual Life. The eight trips travel to Kentucky, Mississippi, Illinois, New Jersey, Louisiana, Tennessee, Washington D.C. and Honduras The goal behind during the various colthis particular lege breaks. raffle is slightly Prior to different; it’s the event, designed to each trip group parallow all the taking is proceeds raised responsible to go directly for constructing a to the service basket for trip fund the raffle. Some of this year’s basket themes included“Loras Sweet Loras,” submitted by the group of students who provided service to the citizens of McKee, TN, and “Everything” from the Camden, NJ crew, highlighting products donated from Finley Hospital as well as various businesses along Main Street. Aside from the basket drawing, one of the highlights of the night is the 50/50 raffle sale. The goal behind this particular raffle is slightly different; it’s designed to allow all the proceeds raised to go directly to the service trip fund, or to split the money between the winner and the trips. “These trips are life-changing,” said senior Jesse Coleman, one of the service trip coordinators. He commented that the party has been in existence for a total of 60 years, with more than the last ten being held as a fundraiser to keep the overall cost of the trips low for the students wishing to attend. Coleman expressed his appreciation for the people who have donated to the trips through the event. Above all, the service trip participants themselves had the opportunity to either reflect upon their experience.
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The Lorian Mar. 14, 2018
A concerning outlook on diseases by DALTON OBERFOELL | staff writer
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by LOU STEIN | staff writer
aving been a Duhawk for a little over three years now, I know that one the most frustrating things about this campus is parking. I can’t go a week without someone complaining about how “there are never enough parking spots,” or how “they had to park so far away from their dorms.” And God forbid you live somewhere were the only alternative parking arrangement is parallel and on a hill, because at that point, why even bother? I know that the lack of sensible parking has left many people feeling hopeless and frustrated. Truthfully, this is one issue that had me stumped for some time, but knowing how many people listen to me and rely on me for life advice has motivated me to crack down on this issue until reaching a reasonable solution. Well ladies and gentlemen, I’ve done it. For the first time ever, I am ready to reveal the foolproof methods to always have a sensational parking spot on campus. The first thing to getting a good parking spot is to realize that this is a norules fight. Just like real estate parking, it is all about location, so the number one thing to do is scope out your spot. Once you know where you want to park, I first recommend going out with some chalk and writing, “RESERVED FOR _____,” boldly within the spot. If you really want to send a message, consider adding some brightly colored cones around it so that other students know to stay away. If you should find this method ineffective against the chaotic traffic of the Binz/ LMAC lots, then the next step is to take it up a little. Remember, college students are like wild animals, so don’t be afraid of employing the same techniques wild dogs do to mark their territory. If you somehow feel embarrassed marking your parking spot with bodily fluids, know that this just means you don’t want the spot bad enough, and you didn’t deserve it in the first place. For those wise Duhawks who have followed all of the previous methods and are still unable to find reliable parking, I have this last bit of advice: hire a tow truck and have them clear a spot for you. This method not only guarantees that you will always have a spot available, but it also sends a message to other students that you are willing to guard your parking spot against intruders. I hear some of you saying, “But Lou, tow trucks are expensive!” to which I reply: so was your parking pass. If you can’t use it, you’re going to end up wasting your money anyway.
ost people around the world, especially Americans, often tend to take advantage of the fact that they don’t have to worry about any serious disease coming in and wiping them out. Agencies like the CDC (Center for Disease Control) and WHO (World Health Organization) work tirelessly to protect not only Americans from outbreaks, but people around the globe. For context, WHO has declared four public health emergencies in the past decade – two in the past two years alone – and has responded to over a thousand outbreaks across the globe. Many agencies around the world worked to stop the spread of those diseases and did a heck of a job doing it. The proof? That you’re still standing here, and never had to worry about contracting these diseases. Agencies like the CDC and WHO should be revered for their work in protecting the world’s population the best they can from epidemics coming in and killing scores of people. These agencies are vital in protecting people, and they need funding from wealthy countries to continue to stop the
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appy Saint St. Patrick drove all the snakes from Hundreds of thousands of people Patty’s Day! Ireland. This isn’t true since Ireland attend the St. Patrick’s Day Parade here “Slay-ntee! never had any snakes to begin with. in Dublin, and this year’s theme is “Home That means health!” The snakes are simply an analogy for is Where the Heart is.” As a nation I still cringe at paganism, as Patrick of historical emigration, the flashback of a brought Christianity Ireland holds a special place lady bedecked in to the Emerald Isle. Patrick’s feast in people’s hearts; almost green with a sparkly Patrick’s feast day, March 80 million people worldwide day, March antennae headband, 17, has been celebrated claim some Irish ancestry, 17, has been handing me an by the Irish as a religious 36 million being Americans. empty bottle when I holiday for more than celebrated by These numbers are was in high school. a millennia, mainly astounding as Ireland herself the Irish as a Brigid Flaherty She meant “Paddy” celebrated by going to (including Northern Ireland) religious holiday and “Sláinte,” Mass and spending time only has a population of 6.5 which is Irish for ‘health’ (pronounced with family. for more than million. slawn-cheh). There were orange Irish immigration to a millennia, Here in Ireland there are Leprechaun beards galore, beer goggles, America is the reason special St. Patrick’s Day mainly advertisements for corned beef and behind the parades and deals at clubs and music cabbage, people handing out baked massive celebrations celebrated by venues, record numbers of potatoes and people ‘Irish dancing.’ In connected to St. Patrick’s going to Mass tourists, parades in towns the city of Chicago, the river runs green. Day. In 1762, in New and spending Ah, Saint Patrick’s Day. Patrick’s Day, York, a group of soldiers and villages across the Paddy’s Day, Lá fhéile Pádraig. How did walked down to a tavern time with family. country, Mass, dancing, we get here? on March 17, creating music, family dinners, but no St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are held the first St. Patrick’s green rivers here. No matter around the world, from Day Parade. where you are, or who you are, you can Boston to Buenos Aires, Today, there are more than celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. As the saying As the and Russia to Jamaica. 200,000 participants in New goes, “Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Patrick, the patron saint saying goes, York City’s St. Patrick’s Day Day.” It’s the spirit of the holiday, of of Ireland, was actually Parade with nearly 3,000,000 uniting with people for love of music, “Everyone’s born in what is now the spectators. During the Potato dance, and celebration – of laughing, Irish on St. United Kingdom and taken Famine, or Great Hunger, smiling, spending time with people you as a slave to Ireland. After hundreds of thousands of Irish Patrick’s love, being determined despite hardship many years, he escaped to refugees sought better lives Day.” and seeing beauty in the crazy world mainland Europe, studied in America and brought their around you. and became a priest, and traditions with them. More than So, from the Duhawks in Dublin, returned to Ireland after a million people were forced sláinte! May you (safely) celebrate this voices in a dream begged him to return to flee their homeland for survival and St. Patrick’s Day, count your blessings, and spread the Good News. He spent clung to their culture in a society that and may you spend time with friends the remainder of his life professing wished they would get out of America. and loved ones. Try not to do too many the Gospel, performing miracles, and In the States, Irish neighbourhoods had terrible Irish accents this year! Happy St. converting the people of Ireland. Chances large celebrations, and soon, cities had are, you may have heard the tale of how parades. Paddy’s Day, Duhawks.
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spread of horrific diseases. in terms of global pandemics, that won’t It probably comes as no surprise that work. Diseases don’t care who you are, the U.S. is a major funder in keeping where you come from, or how much power the world healthy through these or money you have. agencies. However, the Trump It shouldn’t be that Administration has made life America stopped Trump loves to even harder and more concerning the pandemic, but sit on top of his for these groups. Trump’s 2019 instead, it should be proposed budget cuts funding from that we as a human high horse and the CDC by 20 percent, from 7.2 protected one preach “America race billion to 5.7 billion. To anyone another from a First,” and in who doesn’t realize how bad this disease that could kill can be, take a look at the list of anyone. terms of global eight diseases WHO released, If you want to pandemics, that and one particularly freighting take the narcissistic won’t work. disease: Disease X. The X stands for approach, then unknown. by all means take People who work at the CDC and it. Keeping these WHO have absolutely no idea where the agencies well-funded, and well prepared, next epidemic disease will come from or keeps diseases off American soil. We’ve what it will be, and most importantly, no seen the effects of Zika, the effects of idea how to stop or prevent it. So much of Ebola, and yes, we don’t want people the work they do is preventing the spread infected with those diseases in America. of diseases when an outbreak happens, Stopping diseases from even spreading and it is vital that work has a functioning in the first place is the best plan of action, budget. That money helps “world and isolating our country and defunding preparedness” for when new disease resources that play a particularly large role outbreaks inevitably happen, as nations could be disastrous for the human race. are often left scrambling to find money to So next time you take for granted your put into containing the disease. lifestyle that is free from disease, thank Trump loves to sit on top of his high the people who work to keep diseases from horse and preach “America First,” and getting to you.
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Board games: A recreation recommendation
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by DANIEL CHARLAND | staff writer
ooking for an easy-to-access form of entertainment that encourages social interaction and cooperation? Then look no further than the nearly infinite variety of board and card games available today, collectively known as tabletop games. These games, ranging from simple to complex, depending on your tastes, are like the fun you had playing Candy Land or Chutes and Ladders when you were a kid, but with themes and levels of challenge more suited to people our age. I personally find they hold the same virtues and appeal that draw me to many kinds of video games, except there is no worry about the side-effects of looking at screens all day, and they are more socially interactive. Many of these are actually built around the players having to cooperate and team up against the game itself — for example, to beat a time limit — instead of always competing against each other. They can also increase your logic and critical-thinking skills — a point made clear to me when I took the J-term a year ago called “The Math of Games,” where we used table-top games to look for mathematical patterns in probability and had a lot of fun doing it. “Sounds good,” you might be thinking, “but where can I get my hands on these games?” That’s a good question. Often, they aren’t exactly the cheapest, and we
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are ANNA PETERSEN college students on budgets, after all. You could always order something online or check out some of the local stores like Dubuque’s Books A Million (BAM) located at the Kennedy Mall, but there is a free and easy way you can get your hands on these games. The local Carnegie Stout Public Library, which is actually a short walk, or an even shorter drive, from campus has recently made these games available to check out like a regular library book or movie. The selection is quite varied as well. For example, there is “Mysterium,” a game where one player is a ghost who
Change is needed for gun control by JAMES KAPPES | sports columnist
for an AR. Therefore, they shouldn’t be sold to the public. However, there can be omething that has been widely a happy medium. discussed in recent news is gun Gun ranges should hold a certain regulations. Government officials license allowing them to be able to and others have been fighting about more provide a safe, controlled environment or less gun regulations for the last year for the public to rent firearms. This allows with little progress being made. There are those who enjoy them to use them, and it multiple sides to this argument and all prevents them from falling into the wrong have their opinions. I will do my best to hands. But, there’s also the problem share my thoughts on the matter and try of those who currently own ARs. The not to offend anyone. government shouldn’t have the right to I grew up in small town named Cresco, take them away from those law-abiding IA. When I was growing up, firearms were citizens who own them. Instead, they a norm around my family. I do should have to go come from a family of hunters. through a training We go to the target range on Coming from a process. I also think weekends for a day of shooting these gun owners hunting family, and it’s a tradition to go hunt should have to pass a I don’t believe during the first shotgun season background check to for deer hunting. Therefore, I guns should keep their weapon. If am comfortable with guns and they don’t pass, then be taken away having them around. However, they should not have from the lawthey are very dangerous. In one. Afterwards, abiding citizens recent history, there have been these people are on shootings all over the nation. a list of registered of this nation. Both adults and children have owners, similar to a been shaken by these attacks. concealed weapons As a nation, we need to group together permit. An additional restriction that to make adjustments to the Second should be in place is the amount of Amendment. ammunition that they can have; 60 Coming from a hunting family, I don’t rounds is a decent amount to go to the believe guns should be taken away from range for an afternoon. the law-abiding citizens of this nation. Another hot topic about guns However, there isn’t a need for semiis teachers carrying them. I am an automatic ARs. Also, bump stocks are elementary education major and a not necessary for hunting. Bump stocks hunter. I am perfectly comfortable with are an accessory to the butt of a gun that owning a gun and carrying a firearm. makes the recoil of the weapon shoot at a However, there isn’t a need for them in faster rate, making it almost automatic. schools. Why bring more guns into the There isn’t an animal alive that you need schools? I know that I and others of a that kind of fire rate for. I understand that similar background may be comfortable ARs are fun to shoot at the range and use being armed. What about those teachers to hunt bigger game. I enjoy going to the who aren’t from that same background? range with my brother, who is an owner of What about the teachers who can’t handle an AR. They are enjoyable, but they can be problems in the classroom well? Adding a dangerous in the wrong hands. weapon into this will make it worse. What The sale of AR guns should be ceased if a student takes the gun away from the due to the fact that they’re a gun of interest teacher? This will just create another for mass shootings. They aren’t necessary problem for the schools. weapons for hunting. I understand using Overall, this is a touchy subject for these weapons can help assure that you people of all backgrounds. The future of are able to hit the animal that you are our country is now in the hands of the hunting, but a good hunter should be able government and the First Amendment to accomplish this without it. The classic right that citizens may use to open bolt-action rifle can easily be substituted peaceful dialogue.
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must communicate to the other players through “vision cards” in a team effort to solve the mystery of the ghost’s death. There is also one of my personal favorites, and one that we played in Math of Games, “Settlers of Catan.” This is a resourcemanaging game where you compete with your friends to see who can build the most settlements on an island as you harvest and trade for the materials you need to do your building. Another game of a similar variety is called “Stoneage,” and it places you in the roll of a prehistoric tribesman as you discover the foundations of civilization, like fire, and build your village. For the more scientificallyminded of you out there is also “Antimatter Matters,” a game inspired by quantum mechanics. Last on this list of possibilities to check out are the role-playing game books. These
books give you basic rules and a back-story for a game’s world, lets you create your own character with friends, I personally find and have they hold the adventures same virtues and as you write your own appeal that draw stories through me to many kinds the game’s of video games, progression. except there is These games can be great no worry about for building the side-effects imagination of looking at and come in screens all day some unique styles. One I find particularly interesting is called “Dracula’s America: Shadows of the West,” a game set in an alternate history where Dracula took over America after the Civil War and the assignation of President Lincoln, and it allows for crazy stories of cowboys fighting vampires, demons, and other supernatural creatures. The bottom line is, whatever your tastes in game themes or difficulty are, there is probably a table-top game out there that fits you perfectly. I heartily recommend you check them out if you haven’t already, and get ready to be sucked into the wonderfully crazy, creative, and intelligent world of tabletop gaming.
Packing up shouldn’t be a problem, people I
by HOLLY PEREGRINE | staff writer
I struggled with this
want to begin with saying that this because I needed to be short article will not be able to fully encapsulate the full spectrum of efficient with my time my feelings and opinions on this topic so that I could make it because it is a lot more complicated to my next class, but than a newspaper article will allow. I I also felt terrible for want to open the door to conversation about what it means to show respect to being “disrespectful.” professors and students alike. From an early age I was taught that respect for students’ time was not to respect the authority of teachers, given. professors and adults in the classroom. In high school, I had a few teachers I was taught that starting to pack up who would use the phrase, “The bell your things before class ended was a doesn’t dismiss you, I do,” as their big sign of disrespect. This was a great thing. It taught me how to listen without motto. This wasn’t terrible back then because the longest possible walk interrupting. I discovered that, in many between classrooms was three minutes, situations, just being attentive and so even if the teacher went over the listening to the instructor would answer allotted time by a couple minutes it most of my questions before I could wasn’t a problem getting to my next ask them. I also clearly understood class. I have discovered that some why packing up before the bell rang professors also utilize this motto. The was a sign of disrespect, as it can be problem with this is that here at Loras distracting. Long story short, it pays it takes a lot longer to get between to give teachers your respect by paying buildings. One semester, I had a class attention during lessons. The only thing in Hoffman then a class in the Science that I didn’t learn about respect was Hall immediately after. It takes 10 what kind of respect minutes to get between these two I should expect from buildings, so sometimes I would my professors when When I came start gathering my things to put I went off to college. to college away a minute or two before class When I came to I was told ended so that I could get to my next college I was told that I was class on time. I knew a couple other that I was expected students in that class in the same to behave like an expected to situation. Our professor would call adult. I was told behave like our behavior disrespectful even that if I behaved like an adult. if the class went over the allotted an adult, I would time. I struggled with this because be treated like an I needed to be efficient with my adult. I knew how time so that I could make it to my next to respect authority already. I quickly class, but I also felt terrible for being learned how to manage my time so “disrespectful.” as to make deadlines and schedule I understand that professors meetings appropriately; I grew a lot cannot know the specific schedules and very quickly. For the most part, of each of their students. I just hope during my college experience, I have that professors will try their best to received just as much respect as I have understand that in most cases, students given, which is a lot. I am grateful are not trying to disrespect their that there are so many professors and authority. If students are expected faculty on campus who are respectful to behave like adults, then students of students’ time and lives outside should also expect to be respected like of class. That being said, I have experienced a few instances where I felt adults.
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The Irish Dancers of Dubuque by ADRIENNE PEARSON| staff writer
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You likely have heard of Chance The Rapper, Vic Mensa, Knox Fortune and Joey Purp, but you might not know Chicago artist Towkio. Towkio is a member of the hip hop collective out of Chicago, which includes the names mentioned and several other Chicagoans. The group often can be seen on each others albums, performing on stage, or just hanging out.
The McNulty School of Irish Dance first came to Dubuque at the request of a local shop owner, Maureen Siegert, who felt a need for a greater Irish presence in Dubuque. She contacted Barbara McNulty, a successful teacher in the region who had been teaching in the Chicago and the surrounding suburbs for 30 years. McNulty received many credentials from globally recognized Irish organizations so it made sense to ask the best of the best to expand into Iowa. Upon coming to Dubuque, they opened a performance-only branch of 10 dancers under the name of The Dubuque Claddagh School of Irish Dancing. Barbara McNulty would travel the three and a half hours regularly to instruct the dancers and polish their routines. After 10 years under McNulty’s instruction, one of the students, Anne Schroeder, the daughter of Maureen Siegert, took over the Dubuque branch and continued the tradition, further expanding the outreach of the school.
Towkio is the next big thing coming out of Chicago and just this past February, he dropped his debut album “WWW” with the help of music legend, Rick Rubin. Towkio became the first rapper Rubin signed in nearly 20 years. It was not an ordinary album drop where you just release across the major music platforms like Apple Music, Spotify and Soundcloud. He hopped in a helium balloon and ascended 92,575 feet into space where he then literally dropped his album; becoming the first to do such a thing. In an interview with DJ Booth, Towkio explained the reasoning and the approach of such a dramatic release. He said, “It’s the looking back at earth.” He continues to elaborate on it with DJ Booth and basically talks about an astronaut when they go into space. The brief summary of it is that astronauts have this “out-of-body experience” and get to leave the stress behind once you leave earth. The album has 13 tracks and a runtime of 43 minutes, which is the most tracks/ longest runtime compared to any of his previous works. The opening track “Swim” really set the tone of the album and has two noticeable lines. The first being “New chapter, new page,” and the other “Be prepared to swim.” They both do their part in explaining how Towkio is moving on in life and is about to make major steps to grow in the world.
Anne Schroeder eventually stepped down and the Claddagh School merged back with their sister school, The McNulty School of Irish Dance, but because of the far trek from their base in Chicago, the dancers rely heavily on community support. These include Maureen and the late Kenneth Siegert, who pioneered the Irish scene in Dubuque; the former McNulty dancers in the area who step up regularly to teach the younger dancers; and the organizations in the area who love to see them perform.
Another thing to note is Towkio’s ability to team up with musical talents for production and for features. On the production he managed to snag Knox Fortune Lido, Peter Cottontale, Smoko Ono and Carter Lang. There are five feature (six if you count the choir that appears on “Swim”) on the album, they are SZA, Teddy Jackson, Vic Mensa, Grace Weber and Njomza Shortly after the drop, Towkio was able to perform “Symphony” on the Tonight Show Featuring Jimmy Fallon which he was then joined by Teddy Jackson and some band members that included Stix and Peter Cottontale. If you enjoy hip hop and want to support good music, especially artists from Chicago, give the album a listen. If you do not feel like listening to it from start to finish, listen to my suggestions. My favorites song are “Swim,” “Symphony,” “Forever,” and “Drift.”
You can find the McNulty Irish Dancers regularly at the Irish Cottage in Galena, IL, throughout the year and this coming weekend at the Ancient Order of Hibernians’ St. Patrick’s Day celebration at Happy’s Place in Dyersville.
Jabbering with Jeff by JAMES KAPPES | staff writer
What is your favorite and least favorite part of your job? “When students report that they got the job, or got into the grad program they truly desired through something I helped them with i.e. resume, cover letter, grad school statement, that fires me up. My least favorite part of my job is watching jobs go to students from other campuses when Duhawks decline invitations to interview with employers visiting our campus.”
Interview with Jeff Roberts
Loras has been blessed with Robert’s help for eight years now. I’m sure that all those years have really flown by. What makes you come back every year? “The love of Loras and its students, great colleagues in CEL, the super faculty and staff and the challenge of creating the best outcomes possible. Most students among area colleges and universities are attending the annual Leaders Lunch, 100 percent on the Graduate Outcomes Research, and there was a new record
Well, it looks like the warm weather is finally upon us which means spending a lot more time outside. To help you plan your spring adventures, here are 11 of my favorite outdoor spots in and around Dubuque. 1. Eagle Point Park: Besides the Riverwalk, this may be the most well-known spot in town. One can hardly wonder why since the park gives a stunning overlook view of the Mississippi and Dubuque Lock and Dam 11. 2. Balltown Scenic Overlook: North of Dubuque about 45 minutes, you will find the little village of Balltown. The Balltown Scenic Overlook offers amazing views of the Iowa countryside with a little peek at the river as well. Check out Breitbach’s Country Dining while you’re there. 3. Finley’s Landing: Once the water temperature is warm enough to swim, you can find me at Finley’s living out my childhood spent on the river. It is the closest beach on the river you can get to without a boat. 4. Mount Carmel: Home to the BVM Sisters, Mt. Carmel sits atop the bluff of the Mississippi. It is a peaceful place to talk with friends or even for some alone time. 5. White Pine Hollow: This is a state forest preserve near New Vienna, IA, about 45 minutes. It is very rustic without trails and requires a hiking GPS (not your phone), staying in groups, long sleeves, shoes, and pants. 6. Whitewater Canyon: Near Bernard, IA, this park is a great place for a nice and easy hike with friends leading to the overlook of the creek below. 7. Gramercy Park: In East Dubuque, this gives you a great view of what Dubuque looks like from the “other side.” Head up to Gramercy for a serene view or host a barbecue with the grills they have for use. 8. Heritage Trail: Running from Dubuque to Dyersville, this trail is great for bikers and hikers alike. Access the trail in either city, or anywhere between and walk/bike to your heart’s content. 9. The Arboretum: This spot in Dubuque features lots of beautiful flowers and trees which will be blooming soon and throughout the spring.
For the full interview with Barbara McNulty, visit myduhawk.com.
I got to catch up with the Jeffrey Roberts. Roberts is the Career Services Coordinator here at Loras. I spoke with him and asked him numerous questions about his time at Loras.
Hangouts to Visit this Spring
Album Review: ‘WWW’
First there was nothing, then there was Claddagh, and now there is McNulty. They only got here 20 years ago, but they’ve been making Irish-American culture visible from the very start.
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for student engagement rates in the annual Mock Interview Competition.” What is your favorite time killer outside of Loras? “From a seasonal perspective it is practicing golf on a driving range. Year-round, it is playing Texas Hold ‘Em Poker. Prayer is in the mix as is pleasure reading.” What is the funniest story while on the job? “One year I received an invitation to visit Disney in Orlando, FL, and learned more about their College Program (Internship). A heavy snowstorm hit the area as I was leaving and my flight out of the city and in the connecting terminal of Cleveland, OH, was the last one out before both were shut down. I guess God wanted me in Florida.” What’s the normal routine while on the job? “Guide students and alumni in their career success, build positive working relationships with different employer groups, lead professionally, and track down information on our graduates.” What is the most memorable moment while working at Loras? “That day in the spring of 2014 when we accounted for the last member of the Class of 2013, bringing us up to 100 percent in gathering reliable career outcome information, whereas the national contact rate varies between 50-60 percent Our community was in rare standing. It was a total community effort (and some luck and prayer) that led to this rare outcome. For the Class of 2017, if anyone knows what Shelly Cox, Nathan Fuller, Nathan Kratz, Michael Bresticker and Phillip Scarboro are doing, we can reach 100 percent again.”
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10. Swiss Valley: This park has tons of trails for the seasoned and beginner hikers alike. A great perk to this park is it has bathrooms with running water.
The Big Lebowski 20th Anniversary by BRENNAN PIVNICKA| staff writer
Last Monday marked the 20th anniversary of the release of the ever-curious film “The Big Lebowski.” Directed by the Academy Award winning duo of Joel and Ethan Coen, it’s a movie — perhaps the movie — that many people reference and few truly understand. Receiving mixed reviews at the time of its release, it has since become one of the most wellknown cult pictures of both past and present pop culture. The film follows a man named Jeffery Lebowski, referred to by most only as ‘The Dude.’ Portrayed by Jeff Bridges (“Tron,” “Starman”), The Dude is a middle-aged unemployed shirker who lives in L.A. and spends most of his time bowling with his friends Walter and Donny, played respectively by John Goodman and Steve Buscemi. The Dude’s casual life is interrupted, however, when a pair of thugs mistake him for another man named Jeffrey Lebowski, a millionaire whose wife they claim owes their employer a large sum of money. From there the story becomes a series of kidnappings, deceptions, property damage, red herrings, dream sequences, rug thefts, and lots of bowling. The film also features Julianne Moore, John Turturro, Philip Seymour Hoffman, David Huddleston and Tara Reid in supporting roles. Sam Elliot provides the voice of The Stranger, the mostly-unseen narrator of the film. The plot of “The Big Lebowski” is unique in that it is nearly nonexistent. Most of the aforementioned events have little to no consequence on the overall outcome. The majority of the characters experience hardly any development, and each situation seems like a pointless detour from a story that never really starts. The plot is difficult to follow and relatively roundabout. The film, much like the Dude himself, merely meanders, and ultimately accomplishes nothing significant by the end. However, there is an odd artfulness to this. Though it has been interpreted differently by many viewers, on a surface-level “The Big Lebowski” isn’t about anything. It presents no specific conflict or theme. It doesn’t try to push commentary or break cinematic ground. It doesn’t even restrain itself to any particular genre, instead casually spanning through several elements of comedy, drama, crime, action, and mystery. It’s essentially about “nothing.” The film works largely because of its creatively colorful set design, tongue-in-cheek dialogue, and Bridges’ mellow yet lightly concerned performance as the Dude. It’s a cleverly-crafted mess that perfectly captures the cinematic equivalent of a good-natured shrug.
Creative Corner
‘Teenagers’
by KRISTEN O’DONNELL| staff writer
Once tame and still, Now eluding and delicate. So brisk to age. So careless with our youth. We wanted to drive. Were keen to speak, Fleet to discover. We misused and wasted our Nonrefundable years. Turning 21 would be fun. At 35, we could be presidents. Inattention in the present Led to contrition for the past. Decisions to be rued, Apathetic epiphanies.
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11. Chaplain Schmitt Island: Chaplain Schmitt Island is a great place to go for a walk or a bike ride around with great water views and paved trails. There are even some good spots for hammocking as well.
‘Mason Jar’
by MADISON TOLLEY | features editor
Crowned with the tips of sharp pencils and black pens – elegant, immaculate jar comfortably aloft on the throne of a bookshelf. Sunday afternoon, and a still parade below the bookshelf balcony. Plastic paperclips, a low laptop, the draft of an essay scattered over the wooden surface. Above: the organized, poised vessel, its slippery, cylindrical surface, divine vase.
by ANDREW WEBER | staff writer
Several shameful generations gather their strong disdain of my mouth. These words will not write themselves no matter how much I yell. From here I can feel the aura of disapproval emanating from my mother. My mind can’t make any more room for thoughts. This airtight prison of my own design cannot be tasked with absorbing anymore. I pray for divine intervention but I know that it will not be coming soon. From miles away the stench of my attempt makes children cry and mothers weep. I can only hope that my tired toils will be able to make someone smile. For that is my only goal and for that I will continue to write.
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TIPS with TRISH
Don’t Be A Doormat
Dear Trish:
The Lorian features a column by Tricia Borelli, Director of Counseling Services. Here, she will answer student questions concerning anything that relates to keeping it together while doing this crazy thing called college. Send questions or comments to Ms. Borelli, Loras Box 100, or to the e-mail address tricia.borelli@loras. edu. All names of those sending questions will be kept confidential.
I have been hanging out with this girl for several months. We are obviously into each other. We have a great time together whether we are doing homework, watching Netflix, or whatever. The intimacy is also great. When she needs something, I have been right there to help out, whether it’s when she doesn’t feel well or needs help with a project. Problem is, she seems to want me around only when it is convenient for her. I’m starting to wonder if I’m a doormat. I can tell that I have strong feelings for her because I have shared more with her, emotionally, than any other girl. I think it’s the same for her too but she won’t admit it. Whenever I talk about making it official she says she’s “not ready.” She still wants to do everything that boyfriends and girlfriends do in relationships, but can’t commit. How do I know when it’s time to give up since I’m not getting what I really want? Signed, Feeling like a Doormat Trish says:
Being treated like a doormat sucks. It usually starts out harmlessly because you like someone a lot or because you are just used to pleasing people. The problem is, you often don’t realize you are a doormat until you are so far into a relationship, you can’t get out. The more it happens, the more you feel like you can’t change it. And it’s usually not obvious because the person taking advantage of you is not an outright jerk. In fact, it would be easier if she was one. Chances are, she doesn’t know how to have a balanced relationship or she doesn’t trust herself in one. It’s easy to look at yourself as the problem in the situation by thinking you are not enough. In this case, however, the cliché is probably true. “It’s not you, it’s her.” You can’t change her, but there are some things you can do for yourself. If she is devaluing you, look at how you feel about yourself. Be honest with yourself – do you feel like you are worthy of respect and love? You need to know that you deserve these things. Let me guess, you got her something for Valentine’s Day and she got you nothing? When she texts wanting to get together, you jump at the chance but she is “too stressed” when you request her presence? If you answered “yes” to these questions, you need to take some time to build yourself up. Look at your strengths. Sounds like you are a very thoughtful guy. Lots of young women are looking for a nice guy who is not afraid to put energy into a relationship with the chance of something real. It’s time to set some limits with this gal and take the time to work on your confidence. The only way to stop being treated like a doormat is to not act like one. Signed, Trish
FOCUS on true joy: Living in the light by HUNTER BEGGS| for the Lorian
My friend and I were walking back from the gym one time when we started talking about the difference between joy and happiness. So many classmates we used to have in college would work hard all week at school and extracurriculars, but then party really hard on the weekends. It actually made it really hard to become closer friends with them, because the drunk version of our friends was not the real version. It didn’t seem like true vulnerability or joy. So, what’s the difference between joy and pleasure? And why do we choose one over the other? As we kept talking, my friend said, “Happiness ends when the activity ends, but joy can be sustained beyond it.” I thought, this is the key! Sustenance. It’s so true. Pleasure gives a moment of satisfaction, and then we think that is good enough and perhaps even think it’s all we could hope for. For example, I ate way too many donuts on Sunday after I hadn’t had any sweets all week long. Those donuts tasted so good in the moment so I kept eating them, but honestly, after having eaten them, the goodness diminished and I felt sluggish. It’s not that eating donuts is bad, eating one in moderation is a gift that makes me grateful, but it’s a small pleasure in comparison with true joy. It’s hard talking to friends about how drunkenness hurts them and those around them, especially when getting drunk is considered the “thing to do in college” and “it’s not that bad.” So the expectations make it harder to let go of alongside the pleasure moment that lasts during the party but fades quickly afterward. Pleasure ends at the finite. On the flip side, joy sustains itself because it is of God, who is infinite. Have you ever held a little baby? I was babysitting once, and even when she cried, her pouting face was so cute, I just laughed. I realized that when I cry in front of God, He still delights in me. This reflection makes the moment of babysitting precious and I’m reminded of eternity. Receiving Jesus in the Eucharist after truly understanding that is Him— Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity—Wow! The God of the universe allows Himself to be seen as a small wafer in order that I would
not hide from Him and might truly be united to Him. He alone gives me sustaining peace and true joy. It’s like warm sunshine after a cloudy, dreary winter, and yet that image barely scratches the surface of real joy. When we see “all is gift,” and recognize that God is using everything in life for our good, doesn’t that bring a lasting joy, no matter what happens? One friend told me that Jesus experienced joy even in the midst of Calvary and the Crucifixion, because He was doing the Will of the Father. Therefore, it is only in Him and by living out God’s Will that we can find true joy. In John 10, Jesus says, “I came that they might have life and have it more abundantly.” If you pray night prayer, you might also be reminded of the Psalm, “You have put into my heart a greater joy than they have from abundance of corn and new wine.” This can address so many things too, from gluttony to sexual impurity. We think we want more of something finite because we don’t dare hope that God has something infinite and greater in mind for us. Christopher West says, “Sin involves confusing our desire for the infinite with finite things” (32). We are made for authentic joy. God desires us to be fully alive, and He gave us the gifts of free will and intellect in order to do that. When any person gets drunk, it is essentially throwing away those gifts, because no one can use them properly in that state. And these are good gifts. Free will allows us to make choices of our own—to choose whether to do God’s Will or not. A well-formed intellect allows us to discern what is good and what is not. The difference can be hard to explain when we do not want to make the effort to change. The decision is ultimately up to the individual and whether they are willing to break the expectations of the world and live in God’s light. We all have this struggle on earth, but when we come together in the sacraments of the Church and prayer, Christ can set us free. St. Ireneus once said, “The glory of God is man fully alive.” As you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, what is going to make you fully alive? We have a St. Pat’s mini-retreat at 10:30am that day in CTK, so come on over and join us for a time of infinite joy.
God’s wisdom is bigger than your stress by DANIEL CHARLAND| staff writer
The life of a college student can be confusing. Facts and opinions are thrown at you in your classes and on campus. It is not at all surprising that the intellectual playground of college can feel like a battleground instead. It can leave you mentally fatigued and spiritually drained. On top of this, you probably have many other stresses on your mind, and it can feel like your life is one complete disjointed mess. What can you do about it? The
paradoxical answer is to stop trying to manage everything and focus on one thing: How you live your life in relation to God. It is important to remember that God is the one in control of our lives and that He has a plan all laid out that will make us happier and more fulfilled than anything we can do. Jesus said in Matthew 6:31-33, “So do not worry and say, ‘What are we to eat?’ or ‘What are we to drink?’ or ‘What are we to wear?’ All these things the pagans seek. Your heavenly Father knows that you
photo by DEWEY DUHAWK
Holy guacamole! Dewey was the only one who entered our selfie contest. Thanks to everyone who supported our Chipotle fundraiser last night! #DuTheWriteThing
need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be given you besides.” The best way to ease your mind is to place your trust in God that He will take care of the rest. Another example of this, and one perhaps more relatable to those of us in college, is the story of King Solomon in 1 Kings chapter 3. Solomon, who was most likely in his early twenties, our age, had just become king of Israel and is given a chance by God to wish for anything. This included riches and power, but Solomon makes a better choice. He is smart enough to realize that he is too inexperienced for the job — being the King of Israel — and that his own intelligence won’t be enough. Therefore, he asks for God’s wisdom, fully trusting in God’s plan and putting Him first. 1 Kings 3:7-9 says, “I am a mere youth, not knowing at all how to act. I serve you in the midst of the people whom you have chosen, a people so fast that it cannot be numbered or counted. Give your servant, therefore, an understanding heart to judge your people and to distinguish right from wrong. For who is able to govern
this vast people of yours?” I’m sure many of us can relate this feeling of insecurity to our own lives and situations, but just like Solomon, we can chose to make the wisdom of God, which often contradicts the worldly wisdom we are constantly bombarded with in secular society, our main pursuit. Just as Jesus said that everything will be given to those who seek the Kingdom of God first, so Solomon was given by God not only the wisdom he asked for, but also the riches and power that he didn’t ask for because all good things stem from the Wisdom of God. So, remember the next time the stress of college life is getting you down to reevaluate your priorities and make sure you are pursuing the Wisdom of God above all else. After all, we have direct promises from God that He’s going to take care of everything, and God always keeps his promises.
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Mar. 14, 2018
Make empowerment a daily practice, not just a yearly one by KRISSY JUAREZ | staff writer
March has been labeled ‘Women’s History Month’ because women are amazing and deserve to be celebrated. However, it can be disheartening that despite it being 2018, we still need specific months to ensure that we recognize the human dignity of women and people of color, and hopefully take action to acknowledge and reject practices that oppress both groups. A retort often made in response is: Why isn’t there a ‘White Male History Month?’ Well to be blunt, because that is every month, and in schools across the nation, it’s usually taught as just ‘history.’ This isn’t to say that in all cases white males are actively and consciously perpetuating domination over women and minorities, but it’s so ingrained in our systems and social norms that it doesn’t have to be intentional for it to happen, and unfortunately, many of us contribute to these systems. However, that doesn’t excuse the pain inflicted simply because it was involuntary, we all have the responsibility to use the privilege bestowed on us (whatever that may be), to dismantle systems of oppression even if it makes us uncomfortable. Social justice and Catholic Social Teaching encourage everyone everywhere to stand in solidarity with the marginalized. An important distinction to take notice of is that this is not the same as standing up for the marginalized, which implies an unhealthy dependency and that they aren’t able to voice their concerns on their own. Let me be extremely clear. Women and people of color can speak for themselves; they do not need anyone to speak for them. However, white men and other people in positions of power and authority need to care about and support dismantling social, economic, racial and gendered oppression even if they might not experience it. This is not to be seen as an attack, it’s simply a comment on the reality of the times. Here are some tangible steps that anyone could and should take to educate themselves on empowerment: 1. Don’t interrupt people. Yes, this is a big problem and, yes, it is that simple. 2. Know when to use your privilege and know when to let others speak for themselves. Read the situation. 3. Take initiative and self-educate through literature or films created by people of color and women. Others should not be expected to teach you so use the tools available to you. 4. Listen. Listen. Listen. Listen. Listen simply to understand and not to argue, put down, or respond. 5. Ardently try to empathize but ultimately understand that you will never fully comprehend. So, please make sure not to judge what you cannot understand.
Sacrament Schedule
Duhawk Day Itinerary
Monday
- 7:30 a.m. : Coffee and Bagels at Einsteins
Adoration: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Reconciliation: 4:15 p.m. Mass: 5:15 p.m.
- 9:30 a.m. : Loras Trivia in ARC headwaters
Tuesday
-1 p.m. : CEL Purple Loop- meet in front of the ACC
Wednesday
-2 p.m. : Duhawk Day Spiritual Life Open House in the Spiritual life office
Adoration: 12:30 p.m.- 2
- 6 p.m. : Duhawk Day Alumni Event in the Pub
Adoration: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
-11 a.m. : Yell like L! in the ACC Ballrooms
Mass: 5:15 p.m.
p.m. and 8-8:45 p.m. Reconciliation: 8:15 p.m. Mass: 9 p.m.
Thursday
Adoration: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Reconciliation: 4:45 p.m. Mass: 5:15 p.m.
Friday
Adoration: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Reconciliation: 3 p.m. Mass: 4 p.m.
Sunday
Mass: 8 p.m.
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Mar. 14, 2018
Duhawks go 5-1during Florida trip Baseball team gets some wins under its belt, gears up for conference play
for the Duhawks against Illinois Wesleyan. Entering the game, Wesleyan was undefeated boasting a 4-0 record. Loras wasn’t intimidated by the record as they held their own undefeated record of 3-0. The game began with a pitching duel that by PATRICK COSTELLO| sports writer lasted four innings. In the fifth inning, DuLast week, the Duhawk baseball team hawk senior pitcher Nick Spiess held the headed down south for its annual trip to Wesleyan batters while Loras broke the draw Auburndale, FL. Much to the satisfaction with some timely hits by first-year shortstop of Duhawk community, the team, led by the Luke Fennelly and junior second baseman core of 11 seniors, had a successful trip win- Austin Konagel. ning five out of six games and returning with The Duhawk bats continued to tack on an overall record of 8-2. runs as the Duhawks took a 6-1 lead going Compared to previous years, this team into the ninth inning. A late rally by the seems to be more motivated than ever. Titans left the game seemingly up in the They understand that having a short mem- air. However, senior closing pitcher Tyler ory and going out to make the next play is Tomaka came in for his third save of the of vital importance. This season leading to a 6-4 Dutournament exemplifies hawks win. this teamwork. “I just had the mindset We learned a lot On Thursday, March 8, of attacking the strike zone, Loras played its first two about the team this trusting my stuff, and just games of the tournament taking it one pitch at a time,” week while playing said Spiess. “The defense was against St. Joseph’s College. In the first matchup, phenomenal behind me. They some very good they held St. Joseph’s at made a lot of game changing teams. We pitched five runs after the fourth plays and having a defense well and had some inning while the Duhawks like that behind you as a continued to run the baspitcher gives you a lot of contimely hitting. es, coming out on top with fidence.” Carl Tebon a final score of 16-5 in the Sunday, Loras faced Utica. head baseball coach first game and a final score The Pioneers started strong by of 3-2 in the second game of rallying six runs in the third the double header. inning. The Duhawks trailed The next day brought behind, and scored four runs about another win against Rhode Island the sixth inning. However, their four runs College. Though the Anchormen left the were not enough to take the game, ending first inning up 2-0, the Duhawks left the op- with their only loss of the tournament with ponents scoreless for the rest of the game. a final of 4-7 Utica. Loras scored three runs in each of the secThe Duhawks ended the tournament on a ond and fourth innings and one more in the high note, taking St. Noberts 11-2 on Moneighth, leading to a Duhawk victory with a day. Loras made four runs in both the third final score of 7-2. and seventh innings and kept the Green Saturday, March 10, held a tighter game Knights to single runs in the third and fifth
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Senior Thomas Greffly takes a cut in the batter’s box. innings. The Duhawks finished the game with three runs in the eighth inning. The team’s success in Florida is one they look to build on. “We learned a lot about the team this week while playing some very good teams,” said Head Coach Carl Tebon. “We pitched well and had some timely hitting. Defensively we played very well which needs to continue for us to stay in games. I hope getting off to this start will help us grow stronger in pressure situations.” Senior pitcher Aidan Wojciehowski also reiterated these thoughts.
Men’s volleyball team falls after winning 5-set thriller Sitting at .500, Duhawks’ see the next couple of matches as being pivotal by JON QUINN| asst. sports editor
This past Saturday the Loras men’s volleyball team took on the Augustana Vikings here on Lillis Court. The Duhawks toppled the Vikings in an exciting five-set thriller, 35-33, 22-25, 22-25, 28-26, and 15-13. “Our serve-receive and defense was pretty spot on throughout the entire match, with a few hiccups here and there,” said first-year setter and right-side hitter Joe Jendra. The energy rallied back and forth with points scored from each side. All of the sets ended with scores within three points, and with exceptions
photo by NATALIE DROESKE
Junior Alfredo Lopez pushes to the outside.
of the first and fourth sets that extended past the regulation scoring cap of 25, the teams had to win by two points. In the fifth set the Duhawks jumped out to a 4-0 lead, but the Vikings crawled back, only losing 8-7 at the switch. Then Augustana flipped the score at 10-10 and took control of the match, forcing a 15-13 victory. “I felt the biggest thing for us was service errors and hitting errors,” said Jendra. “We had a lot of errors during crucial points in the game.” The Duhawks were led by Jendra with a career high of 17 kills. Senior libero Blair Anderson gave the Duhawks 16 digs, and senior setter Alfredo Lopez kept the pace with the Vikings with 53 assists. Junior middle blocker Leo Peters had three blocks. “I thought we played hard. All of the guys really wanted to win, and I thought it really showed through the game,” said first-year outside-hitter Mihajlo Gomez. With Augustana being a new program consisting mainly of first-years, Gomez was playing against some old teammates from Adversity, his high school club. “Both setter Ryan Hirschel and libero Matthew Schiferl played on the club team with me. We won the boys Winter Championship in Chicago, and took second place at a big tournament in Indianapolis. Then our team ended up finishing 10th in the nation,” said Gomez. Hirschel finished with 48 assists for the Vikings and Schiferl kept the momentum going with 19 digs. First-year outside-hitter Richard Baum added 12 kills for Augustan. Although the Augustana men’s volleyball program is new, they have taken down some credible teams. They beat Benedictine in a five-setter, and took down the Illinois Institute of Technology in a five-set match. The Loras College men’s volleyball team bounces back home this Friday against Carthage College at Lillis Court at 7 p.m.
“We just have to keep the confidence going,” said Wojciehowski. “We are playing some good ball, pitchers feeding off the run support, hitters feeding off of shut-down innings. We will continue to enjoy each day, and ask every guy to do their part to keep this ‘train’ moving.” Next week the Duhawks will try to keep the momentum rolling as they travel to Greencastle, IN, to continue non-conference action against Trine and Depauw. The Duhawks will also match up against the University of Iowa on Wednesday, March 21, in Iowa City.
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Patron finishes 2nd in nation at national wrestling tournament
3 other Duhawks join the 197-pound runner-up at Division III championships
photos courtesy OF LORAS COLLEGE ATHLETICS
The Duhawk Wrestling team sent four individuals to the Wrestling National Championships in Cleveland, OH, this past weekend. Guy Patron Jr, Kevin Kelly, Jimmy Davis, and Quin Gilliam made Loras proud as they competed at the highest level. Patron Jr. had the performance of the weekend, finishing as runner-up in the 197 lb. class. He won both of his bouts on Friday, opening with a 7-6 decision over Drew Kasper, of Otterbein. In the quarterfinal Patron Jr. advanced to the semifinal with an impressive 11-4 decision. Patron Jr. made his way through the semifinal with relative ease, and found himself in the 197 lb. national title match against Kyle Fank, of Wartburg. Fank proved to be too much for Patron Jr., however, and he fell 8-2 in the finals. Patron Jr. clinched his second All-American honor, and notched his 70th career win in his second trip to the nationals. Davis finished his Loras career with a valiant effort at the nationals. After suffering a lower
Quin Gilliam
Women’s lacrosse drops home opener, works to iron out early season kinks by HALEA GRIFFIN| sports writer
On Saturday, March 10, the Duhawks hosted their home opener and first conference matchup against the Pipers of Hamline University resulting in a loss of 16-4. “We came out strong,” said Head Coach Barbara Vega. “We started with intensity, but once Hamline scored a couple of quick goals, we struggled to bring the energy back up the rest of the game. Unfortunately, the offense was unable to execute.” At the beginning of the game, the Lady Duhawks came out swinging, matching Hamline pace for pace. Hamline scored first, but junior Renata Veljacic soon answered back with a goal of her own. But when Hamline scored again, and kept firing at the Duhawk net, the Duhawk’s energy slowed. Near the end of the first half, sophomore Olivia Flynn found the back of the net, leaving the halftime score 9-2 in favor of the Pipers. The offense for the Duhawks conWe have a lot of great tinued to struggle throughout the players, but we need second half, with to find a way to get two goals from everybody together. senior Sarah Hanson, one near the Once it clicks, I think middle of the half we’ll be in a nice flow and one near the end. However, and be very successful. there were severBarbara Vega al strong aspects head lacrosse coach of the contest that drew praise from the coach. “We had very strong midfield defense, and on the defensive side, the communication was really strong,” said Vega. Throughout the game, the offense worked hard to keep the ball down on the Duhawk side, swarming the ball and doubling to ensure that it was slowed down before it reached the defensive end. On the defensive end, senior Kaitlin Seich, junior Adira Dangoy, sophomore Rebecca Heibing, and firstyears Maggie Sheehan and Kayla Tilkes worked hard
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Kevin Kelly
body injury early in the competition, Davis continued to fight through the pain. Unfortunately, Davis couldn’t not pull through in his final matches. Despite this, Davis concluded his career with 93 career wins, enough for 15th all-time in school history. Kelly scored an 8-4 decision to start off at the nationals. After losing to the fifth seed he came back to defeat Austin Shorey, of Southern Maine, 6-4, keeping him in contention for All-American honors. Unfortunately, his national championship aspirations came to a close when he lost 8-2 to Elmhurst’s Jimmy McAuliffe.
Duhawk defense shines despite loss against Pipers
photo courtesy OF LORAS COLLEGE ATHLETICS
Senior Sarah Hanson looks to pass to her teammates down-field.
to get the ball back for the Duhawks and shut down the Piper offense. Despite some solid clears to upfield, Piper passes brought it back to the offensive end. Anchoring the defensive front was senior goalie Ashley McGee who came away with seven saves to keep the Duhawks afloat. The Duhawks will return on Wednesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. in the Rock Bowl to play the previously postponed matchup against Carroll University. Then on Saturday, March 17 they will travel to Benedictine University. As Loras spends the week preparing for those games, the coach will be tweaking the offense. “We have a lot of great players, but we need to find a way to get everybody together. Once it clicks, I think we’ll be in a nice flow and be very successful,” said Vega.
by AARON BROEGE| sports writer
Jimmy Davis
Gilliam left the National tournament after two bouts, one against Nico Ramirez of Southern Virginia and one against Tyler Ortmann of Cornell. His lost to Ramirez by just one point, 9-8. Gilliam had defeated Ortmann twice this season, but couldn’t three-peat, as he conceded a takedown in the final seconds. The junior has another year to come back and will surely have another impressive season. The Duhawk wrestlers represented the school with honors at the nationals. Their results promise another strong season from a dominant Duhawk squad next winter.
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Duhawks take top tiers at indoor national meet Track athletes compete, excel in Birmingham by AARON BROEGE | sports writer
Loras College track and field athletes polished off their indoor season with an outstanding showing at the NCAA Indoor Track and Field National Championship in Birmingham, AL. In total, the Duhawks qualified 10 athletes for the Championships. Heading into the national competition, the Duhawk men were ranked 13th in the nation, while the women were ranked 22nd. Out of the performances by Duhawk athletes, the most notable was sophomore Patrick Mikel’s National Champion performance in the 400m. In the preliminaries, Mikel’s run was good enough to qualify for the finals as a third seed. In the finals, Mikel led the field with the fastest opening lap, and held his pace as he finished in 47.74, .14 seconds faster than the second place finisher. Mikel came into Nationals holding the school record in the 400m, and came within .18 seconds of breaking that record once again. Mikel is the first National Champion for Duhawk athletphotos CONTRIBUTED/courtesy of LORAS COLLEGE ATHLETICS ics since 2014. Senior Mason Tope took to the naA final score of 18 points was good opponent cleared 1.60m on their first tional stage after running a 20 second for ninth place in the nation for Loras try, while it took Solis two attempts to personal best at the Wartburg qualifimen’s track and field, which is a contin- clear the mark. Nonetheless, her perers to get him to Nationals. Tope’s time ued move up from their 13th position formance was another great represenwas good for 13th in the nation after last week. The Loras men tation for the Duhawks. the qualifier. That is showed up at Nationals “It was a fun and exciting weekwhy, when Tope finished with everything to prove end,” said Schultz. “We are very proud forth in the nation in the a n d l e f t B i r m i n g h a m of our athletes who stepped it up on Mason ran a 5,000m, he shocked the with one of the best indi- that stage.” traditional Loras field. vidual and team perforDuhawk track and field will now “Mason ran a tradi- race. He kept his cool mances in Duhawk Track look ahead to the outdoor season, tional Loras race,” said and Field history. ready to capitalize on an outstanding early, ran his pace Head Coach Bob Schultz. O n t h e w o m e n ’ s representation at the Indoor National and as guys slowed side, sophomore Gabri- Championships. “He kept his cool early, ran his pace and as guys elle Noland and faded, he did slowed and faded, he did chieved her a great job passing afirst a great job passing and All-Amermoving up.” and moving up. ican honor by Tope finished with Bob Schultz finishing sixth All-American honors, the 200m. head track coach in which has been a trend After an infor him in his decorated door season in Loras career. which Noland Mikel and Tope accounted for 15 of saw herself consistently tothe Loras men’s 18 points at the Na- wards the top of the nation, tional Championships. The other three the sixth place finish was an points came from the men’s 4x400m outstanding conclusion to her relay, consisting of Shamari Scott, Ty- sophomore indoor season. son Morrison, Anakin Hall and Mikel. Her finish gave the women’s After earning the last spot in the finals team their three points of the with their preliminary performance, national competition. the team achieved All-American honors Junior Bella Solis put towith a sixth place finish in the finals. gether a solid performance in The solid finish was no surprise for the high jump as well, clearthe talented squad, as they had found ing 1.65m on her first try. themselves within the top five in the Solis tied for an All-Amerination during a majority of the indoor can podium position, but lost the tie-breaker because her season.
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KEEPING UP WITH KAPPES
A look at LA The Los Angeles Rams continue to light up the offseason. They acquired Marcus Peters just last week from the Chiefs in a blockbuster trade. Now James Kappes they continue to make moves that make their columnist fans drool. When the Chiefs got Marcus Peters and placed a franchise tag on fellow defensive back Lamarcus Joyner, it looked like they had settled for their unit. A franchise tag is an option that a NFL team has that allows them to keep a player who might otherwise leave the team for free agency. They then have to pay the player a set amount. This year for Lamarcus Joyner’s position the amount is $11.287 million. Now they are still making moves with their defensive back unit. The Rams have acquired Aqib Talib from the Denver Broncos. They got him for their fifth round pick in this years’ NFL draft. Talib has been in the NFL for ten seasons now, and has been on three different teams. He was originally drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2008 draft. He was selected in the first round at number 20 overall. While in Tampa Talib played in 58 games and started in 45 of them. He snagged a total of 18 interceptions and batted away 52 passes. Talib was then shipped out to New England to join the Patriots. There he started in 18 out of 19 games and tallied a total of five interceptions and 15 pass deflections. Talib finally landed in Denver, where he spent the last four years of his NFL career. While there he managed to make 11 interceptions and had 50 pass deflections. Talib is a five-time ProBowler and a one-time All-Pro member. He was selected to the Pro Bowl all four years that he was in Denver, but only once while in New England. Los Angeles’ defensive back unit continued making moves by signing veteran cornerback Sam Shields. Sam Shields is a one time Pro-Bowler and a Super Bowl Champion. He was an undrafted free agent that was signed by the Green Bay Packers. Sam played seven seasons with the Packers. He appeared in their 11 playoff games, including a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XLV. While playing in Green Bay Sam pulled down 18 interceptions and had 67 pass deflections. Sam Shields sat out for a couple of seasons and may not be as great as he was when he left. In fact he only played one game with Green Bay in 2016. The Rams haven’t only been loading talent onto their roster; they’ve been unloading as well. They traded away Alec Ogletree to the New York Giants. They acquired a fourth and sixth round pick for this year by sending Ogletree and a seventh-round pick to the Giants. Ogletree is a five-year veteran who played his whole career with the Rams: first when they were in St. Louis, then later after they moved to Los Angeles. He has totaled six interceptions, 367 tackles, and 135 assisted tackles in those five seasons. He has now leaving the organization and heading to New York. It’s rumored that some of his teammates weren’t happy with the trade. Will the Giants’ defense gain from the trade? What about the Rams? Will they continue to make mindblowing moves? We’ll have to watch and see as this offseason continues to unfold.