February 21

Volume 98, Issue 18

West Haven, Conn.

Febraury 21, 2017

THE

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News

Isaiah Lamb is Now the Youngest Bulletin Member of the Men’s Lacrosse Team

Briefs

By Aaron Benevides Contributing Writer

T

he University of New

News

Protests in New Haven for immigrants pg.

5

Sports

NBA All Star Game pg. 10

Haven joined Team IMPACT to make five-year-old Isaiah Lamb, a quadruplet with cerebral palsy, a member of the Men’s Lacrosse family.

On Friday February 17th, the University of New Haven’s Men’s Lacrosse team had a press conference where Isaiah officially signed as a member of the team and received a jersey, with number 8, which is his favorite number. The

Opinion

A Letter from USGA President Sam Moul pg. 17

A&E

A review of the LEGO Batman movie pg. 14

Student Life

Accepted students get a special concert pg. 21

team also gave Isaiah and his siblings Gabriel, Nathaniel, Maryann, and Isabella lacrosse sticks, officially making Isaiah and the rest of the Lamb family members of the University of New Haven community.

Isaiah has met with the lacrosse team and their coach Rob Holub many times and now the team has made Isaiah a lifelong member of the team.

Back in December, Isaiah came by the University and spent some time with the players and coaches. Isaiah and his siblings spent time playing games with the players and even singing Christmas carols. At the end of the visit, Isaiah was presented

Photo by Aaron Benevides

Isaiah Lamb signing his contract with the University of New Haven

with his own lacrosse helmet

illnesses with colleges and

children and their families.

signed by the entire team.

universities and lets them be-

These children remain a part

come part of the team. They

of these teams until they

that impairs motor function

“improve the quality of life

eventually graduate from

due to brain injury when a

for children facing life-threat-

the program. Once a child

child is very young. However,

ening and chronic illnesses

is graduated from the pro-

Isaiah has taken what he has

through the power of team.”

gram, the child is still a part

been given in stride, and even

This organization chooses

of the team and the college

Cerebral Palsy is a disease

as a young child, continues to

children that have been in

or university, it just allows

stay strong. Isaiah is always

the hospital frequently and

the college or university to

happy and positive and loves

has been diagnosed with a

draft another child into their

to tell jokes. And now, with

life-threatening illness and

organization.

the help of Team IMPACT, he

pairs them up with college

For the University of New

has been given the opportu-

sports teams in their area.

Haven to team up with an or-

nity to have a close relation-

These children get drafted by

ganization like Team IMPACT

ship with Coach Holub and

the sports team and continue

says a lot about the Univer-

the rest of the men’s lacrosse

to have a relationship with

sity. By signing Isaiah Lamb

team as not only a friend, but

the team for years, getting to

to the Men’s Lacrosse Team,

a member of the team.

know the coaches and players. the University has created

Team IMPACT is an orga-

Creating these meaningful

an amazing relationship with

nization from Massachusetts

relationships helps improve

a very deserving child and

that pairs children with

the quality of life for these

family.

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News

USGA Presidential Candidates Face Off in Debate

By Glenn Rohrbacker

Editor in Chief

C

duties to reach farther than

planned on holding more

student organizations.

events that deal with campus

Swift described his expe-

climate.

rience working with both

When asked about how to

legislative bodies this year

achieve increased participa-

urrent USGA Trea-

– his prime duty – and how

tion in USGA, the two differed

surer, Nicolette Angelli, and

holding the group to higher

on how to get the best results.

current USGA Vice President

standards and streamlining

Swift had a measured ap-

of Operations, Michael Swift,

some of the weekly duties

proach, focusing on improv-

answered questions in a de-

to make life easier for those

ing current USGA standards

bate before their peers to see

members.

and holding the organization

who would be the best candi-

“

to a higher standard in order

date to be Undergraduate Stu-

It was on my first tour

for people to take it seriously.

“I feel like if people real-

dent Government Association

here that I fell in love with

President.

this campus.”

ize that their positions are a

— Michael Swift

lot more important, and that

Moderated by current USGA

they have a lot more say…the

President, Samantha Moul,

the two candidates each gave

The topic of campus climate

complacency will start to fall

their pitch to a moderately-

came up early in the debate,

down,” he said.

filled Alumni Lounge for what

as it has become a popular

Angelli took a more direct

ideas they would bring to the

topic among administration

approach, proposing to

organization.

and student organizations.

change some of the USGA

“It was on my first tour

“We don’t have to agree

procedures, including replac-

Photo by Glenn Rohrbacker

Advertsing board for USGA candidates Moul read out questions

addressed directly the con-

submitted by students in at-

troversy that occurred last

tendance. One question was

semester, addressing diversity

how to involve students that

of thought.

aren’t in an RSO in which

“I think diversity of thought

both candidates had different

is a super important concept

responses.

of diversity that we forget

Angelli expressed wanting to start targeting incoming students before they even

about,” Angelli said.

She went on to say that it is important to talk to people with different opinions and

“

that it can either lead to

here that I fell in love with

on everything, but we’re

ing inactive committees with

this campus,” Swift said. He

all students here. We’re all

new ones to address issues

added that once he started

Chargers. And at the end of

like parking, residential life,

thought is a super important

reaffirming your own opinion.

giving back to the university

the day we’re all here for an

and other hot-button student

concept of diversity that we

Swift agreed, saying he

and joined USGA, he fell in

education,” Angelli said.

issues.

forget about.”

wouldn’t disinvite a contro-

love right away.

Angelli added that a personal

— Nicolette Angelli

versial speaker and that those

“A lot of the committees we

touch to every day encounters

have, we have them because

about getting students more

will lead to improved civility

we’ve had them before and

involved with USGA, and

when having the “hard con-

they might be a little outdated

getting USGA more involved

versations.” She also added

or have no use now,” she said.

with campus affairs. Angelli

that she makes a conscious

Swift rebutted part of her

brought forward her plans

effort to educate herself as

plan, saying that he doesn’t

to have more trainings and

much as possible.

think removing committees

Both candidates spoke

Swift stressed the impor-

is the right idea, but rather

tatives and Senators in order

tance of being involved with

editing them to reflect their

to better perform their duties,

the discussions that hap-

current function.

as well as expanding those

pen on campus and said he

guidance for House Represen-

After the initial questions,

I think diversity of

changing someone’s mind or

types of conversations are important to have. step foot on campus at SOAR.

“A large issue on this cam-

Swift wants to target students

pus that we need to work on

that may not be as likely to

is an acceptance of different

join USGA already like com-

opinions,” he said.

muters and International students.

Another student-asked question was about free speech on campus, and

Each candidate ended the debate by sharing their favorite USGA memory and how it inspired them to run for the

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Protests in New Haven for “Day Without Immigrants”

News

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By Kimberly Trabulsi Contributing WRITER

P

rotesters took to

US history.

“Twenty businesses in New Haven closed today in sup-

City Hall in New Haven on

port of this movement,” said

Thursday evening to protest

the protester.

Photo by Kimberly Trabulsi

Protesters in front of City Hall in New Haven

the Immigration and Customs A study published in 2015 by Enforcement (ICE) recent

New Haven-based DataHaven

surprise home raids. The

and The Community Founda-

protesters gathered in front of tion for Greater New Haven the public building to preach

said immigrants are dispro-

to passerbys and the various

portionately more likely to

News networks that were

open businesses than native-

present, such as NBC and

born residents, as reported by

News 8.

the New Haven Register

One of the protesters spoke before the cameras with a

Protesters sent a strong signal that these issues mat-

megaphone warning residents ter more to them than a day of the recent ICE raids that many might not be aware of.

worth of profits.

The protesters urged people

He said the protest was a part

not to open doors if they do

of a nationwide initiative to

not know who is on the other

recreate the 2006 day without side. They explained that once immigrants. This referred to

the door is opened, the ICE

a day long boycott on May 1,

agents are free to come in and

2006 of United States schools

not much can be done from

and businesses by immi-

there.

grants predominantly of Latin

A larger, more organized

American decent. This was

strike is taking place on May

one of the biggest protests in

1st.

Photo by Kimberly Trabulsi

Protesters in front of City Hall in New Haven

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News

University Expands to Saudi Arabia College dents will be taught intensive

degrees at the University.

English language classes.

When the late Dr. Richard

T

The first class of students

Ward became the dean of the

were admitted for the fall of

Henry C. Lee College in 2008

cially entered into an agree-

as general Math and introduc- the University began accept-

ment with the King Fahd

tion to security studies. The

ing Saudi students, mainly

Security College (KFSC) in

program currently consists of

to pursue degrees in CJ and

By Karina Krul Student Life Editor

he University offi-

Riyadh, the capital of Saudi

2016 and have been taking in- he began to focus on CJ and tensive English classes as well

only Saudi students, although

security studies, and in 2012

National Security.

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security area, it is important

and UNH will provide UNH

for the students in UNH’s

students with unique oppor-

National Security Program to

tunities in the future to learn

have the opportunity to learn

about this important country

about the region and the Arab

and region and to interact at

world,” explained Gaboury.

a very high level with Security

He continued, “The relationship between the KFSC

Continued from pg. 4 top seat. Coincidentally, they both shared their first memo-

in the future the hope is that

The agreement is to assist the

University students will also

KFSC has admired the Uni-

ry in which they realized they

college with developing their

benefit.

versity’s educational pro-

could make a difference.

new B.S. degree program in

“It is important for UNH

grams as well as the quality

For Angelli, it was her first

Security Studies as the college

and its students to have expo-

of the graduating students

meeting and watching the

transitions from a post-bac-

sure to international students

that have returned to Saudi

leadership of a past president.

calaureate training academy

like this from other cultures

Arabia. When they initially

For Swift, it was speaking for

into a bachelor’s degree

as our students aspire to

reached out in 2009 they

institution.

the first time as a Senator and

assume careers in global

wanted to “emulate the Uni-

sharing his opinion for a vote.

“We are excited to put the

security,” explained Dr. Mario versity’s educational model

University of New Haven’s

Moul sees tremendous poten-

Gaboury, Dean of Henry C.

and contemporary teaching

world-renowned programs

Lee College.

methods as they developed

tial in each of these candi-

in criminal justice, national

The University has had an

their program,” according to

security, and forensic science

academic relationship with

studies at the service of the

Saudi Arabia for many years

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s

due to the multitude of Saudi

because Saudi is such an im-

next generation of security

students who have received

portant partner in the global

Gaboury.

“Most importantly, and

Middle East.”

USGA Debate

Arabia, on June 1 of last year.

According to Gaboury,

faculty and experts from the

dates. She hopes that they each express the passion and dedication it takes to be successful in the position.

Her advice for them was,

“You’re not going to be perfect, there is a learning curve.”

She thinks Angelli and Swift are both personable and kind and hope that they can not only be passionate themselves, but inspire others to feel it too.

“I hope that they never stop.

It’s really easy to get caught up in the every day tasks that come with being president,” she said. “If you have a goal, reach for it.”

The next USGA President Debate is Wednesday, February 22 at 9:00 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge.

professionals,” said President

Kaplan in the press release.

The agreement began to

form in 2009 when the stra-

tegic planning process began,

and the actual development

began in 2010. The University

is providing guidance and

consultation in developing the

B.S. degree curriculum com-

plete with concentrations in

Criminal Justice, Homeland

Security, and Intelligence

Studies. These programs will

be taught in English, so stu-

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NFL Pre-Combine Projections

W

By Quentin Walker Staff Writer

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ith free agency starting, the next thing that football fans are looking forward to is the NFL draft. But before that takes place, the next big event is

the NFL combine, where every NFL scout gets to see the draft prospects show their skills in a multitude of drills.

There’s one question that a lot of people are asking: Who is the player to watch out for? Well here’s a list of 15 of the biggest names pre-combine and where

they’re projected to be drafted (projections taken from cbssports.com and nfl.com, respectively).

1.

Myles Garrett, Defensive End – Texas A&M

Projected pick: #1, Cleveland Browns

Analysis: Standing at 6’5”, 270 lbs., Garrett is easily one of the best, if not the best pass rusher in this year’s draft class. His raw speed and explosiveness allow

him to make offensive tackles look like babies when he comes around the edge. His numbers may have been down from what they were in his first two years,

but that still doesn’t take away the fact that Garrett is just an absolute best at what he does in this draft class.

2.

Malik Hooker, Safety – Ohio State

Projected pick: #12, Cleveland Browns (from Philadelphia) or #7, Los Angeles Chargers

Analysis: At 6’2”, 205 lbs., Hooker is the ideal build for an NFL ready safety. His coverage skills and run support made him stand out as one of the best safeties

in this year’s draft. Hooker lead the team with seven interceptions in the 2016 campaign, which was the third most interceptions of all defensive backs in the

FBS. Hooker is a lethal defender and is an asset to any team he gets drafted by.

3.

Marshon Lattimore, Cornerback – Ohio State

Projected pick: #6, New York Jets or #2, San Francisco 49ers

Analysis: Another Buckeye cracks the top 10, and this one is known for his lockdown coverage. Lattimore, 6’0”, may be a little undersized to cover some of the taller receivers the league has to offer like Julio Jones or Mike Evans. Everyone witnessed that his size can be used to exploit him in the College Football Playoff Semifinal game against Clemson, but that doesn’t mean he can’t play lockdown defense. His run support and tackling ability is another reason he is so highly touted. Just like Hooker, Lattimore will be an asset to any team at the cornerback position.

4.

Jamal Adams, S – LSU

Projected pick: #5, Tennessee Titans (from Los Angeles Rams) or #4, Jacksonville Jaguars Analysis: Adams is a little more of a run support safety, he can come down and hit hard and fast. He tackles well in open space and he just has the innate ability to blow plays up before they get started. Adams is kind of like a Eric Berry or Kam Chancellor, someone who can blitz off the edge to add extra pressure when needed, but he can also handle is own in coverage.

5.

Jonathan Allen, Defensive Tackle – Alabama

Projected pick: #4, Jacksonville Jaguars or #3, Chicago Bears Analysis: Allen was a part of a d-line that disrupted and rattled so many quarterbacks over the course of the 2016 season, including eventual National Champ, Deshaun Watson. His natural power caused problems for any interior lineman that tried to block him, and it was rare for any quarterback or running back to get away from him once he had them in his clutches. Allen’s ability to reach up and swat the ball down at the line of scrimmage is another fold to his game. Allen could be, arguably, the best interior defensive lineman this class has to offer.

6.

Rueben Foster, Linebacker – Alabama

Projected pick: #9, Cincinnati Bengals or #5, Tennessee Titans (from Los Angeles Rams) Analysis: It’s fairly normal to see multiple defensive players from Alabama that are high on scout’s watch lists, and this year is no different. Many scouts consider Foster to be “the most NFL ready linebacker” in this year’s draft class and there aren’t many people that are going to disagree with that statement. It’s not just his hard hitting that has him so high on scout’s boards, it’s also his intelligence and pursuit that make him the most NFL ready LB in this year’s class.

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NBA D-League Gets Deal with Gatorade By chris digeronimo STAFF WRITER

T

he NBA Develop-

the money because they will

body before, during, and after

further than before. There is

rade has always had the rights

be increasing the number of

exercise. This is huge for the

always room for more brand

to the Call-Up platform.

teams from 22 to 25 after the

future G-League which will

growth. Gatorade should

When a player gets called up

2016-2017 season.

send a lot of athletes to the

grow exponentially as a result

to the NBA, they call it the

facility.

of their partnership with the

Gatorade Call-Up. However,

NBA.

this new sponsorship deal will

Teams in other countries have been selling their names

Currently, 40 percent of

ment League, or D-League

to the big companies for

the players in the NBA have

for short, is renaming their

years. For instance, the top

played in a D-League game.

will be new for Gatorade, the

the NBA and Gatorade to new

league the NBA Gatorade

soccer division in England

With the enhanced technol-

company has already had a

heights. It will be interesting

League. However, Gatorade

was named the Barclays

ogy of the Gatorade Sports

partnership with the league in to see how this deal will po-

will have more than just

Premier League up until this

Science Institute, players

the past. They were actually

tentially affect other profes-

the naming rights of this

year. The English have had a

may have a better chance of

a founding partner of the D-

sional leagues in the future.

league. They will also have

sponsor in their league name

being sent up to the NBA.

League from its start. Gato-

the rights to the league logo,

since 1991, but they have now

This is another way that the

basketballs, jerseys, on-court

drifted away from that con-

Gatorade deal could help keep

signage, and digital proper-

cept and have adapted more

borderline NBA players in

ties. Although, the amount

to the American way. In the

the states. One of the reasons

of money that is being

Gatorade deal, an American

why the NBA wants players

exchanged has not been an-

league is starting to go toward to stay in the developmental

nounced, this is most likely a

the international way. The

league is because if someone

multi million-dollar deal.

English league made more

in the NBA gets hurt, they can

This deal with Gatorade is

than $42 million a year with

easily pick up a player who

going to play a crucial role in

the former sponsorship deal.

is in game shape rather than

keeping the league successful.

It is not expected that the

someone who hasn’t played

All the teams will receive ex-

Gatorade deal will generate

professional basketball in

tra revenues that are needed

as much money as the past

a year. When players leave

to keep them in their home

English league did, but they

the United States to play in

cities. In addition, the league

will certainly earn a lot more

Europe, it is usually difficult

will probably be able to pay

many than in years past.

to get out of their contracts

players more money which

Another big part of this deal

making them unavailable

will help keep “borderline

is that the newly named NBA

for the NBA to pick up. The

NBA players” from going to

G-League will now be able to

new contract with Gatorade

Europe to get a better pay-

use the state of the art Gato-

should help prevent this di-

check. The league minimum

rade Sports Science Institute.

lemma in the future.

in the current D-League is

The Gatorade Sports Science

$19,500 a year. The highest

Institute is trying to help

D-League has agreed to this

paid players make $26,000.

athletes optimize their health

deal, but what is in it for the

With the increased cash flow

and performance through

already successful Gatorade

from the Gatorade deal, play-

research and education in

company? Simply put, Gato-

ers’ wages will hopefully go

hydration and nutrition sci-

rade will be able to expand

up. The league could also use

ence. They study the human

their brand recognition even

It is obvious why the NBA

Although, the naming rights

take the partnership between

Giants Release Victor Cruz After Six Seasons By billy sakmann sports editor

game in Philadelphia in 2014, Cruz would miss the entire

A

the 2015 season. Had Cruz

with the New York Giants

second all time on the Giants

organization, wide receiver

receiving yards list. In reality,

Victor Cruz was released on

Cruz is 10th all-time in receiv-

Monday. The Giants save an

ing yards for the Giants.

fter six seasons

not missed this season, assuming he produced at his average career rate, he would sit

estimated $7.5 million on the

Undrafted out of the Uni-

salary cap, as they attempt to

versity of Massachusetts, the

maximize financial flexibility

Paterson , New Jersey native

before free agency begins in

first caught on with the Giants

March.

in 2010. In a preseason game

Cruz was a fan favorite

against the New York Jets,

and the Giants best receiver,

Cruz went off for not one, not

when healthy, before Odell

two, but three touchdowns,

Beckham Jr. came along. In

establishing a name for him-

five seasons, Cruz totaled

self. Cruz missed most of the

303 catches, 4,549 yards and

2010 season; however, before

25 touchdowns. Injured in a

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NBA All-Star Weekend Recap

T

By chris digeronimo STAFF WRITER

the night was the JBL ThreePoint Contest.

All of NBA nation believed

he NBA All-Star

weekend was the only ex-

that Klay Thompson would

travagant sports event on

repeat as champion, but that

television this weekend and

wasn’t the case. Thompson

it was full of great future and

ended up getting knocked out

current NBA talent along with

of the first round which gave

great family fun.

someone else an opportunity at the crown. The final three

The first event that kicked off the events on Friday night

were Eric Gordon, Kyrie

was the All-Star Celebrity

Irving, and Kemba Walker.

Game. This game featured

Walker hit 17 threes, and both

NBA legends such as Baron

Irving and Gordon scored 20

Davis, and Jason Williams

so that forced an overtime.

along with NBA owners Mark

With both shooters tired and

Cuban of the Dallas Maver-

out of gas, Gordon was able

icks and Marc Lasry of the Milwaukee Bucks. The game

AP Photo

Derrick Jones Jr., of the Phoenix Suns participates in the slam dunk to pull out 21 threes to curb contest during NBA All-Star Saturday Irving’s 18 to pull out the win.

also featured WNBA stars

chance to witness the future

Nuggets. He took home MVP

too. This is the second year

The final event of All-Star

Candace Parker, Lindsay

of the NBA all on one court.

honors scoring 36 points to

this format is in place.

Saturday night was the

Whalen, and real TV and

Some notable players that

lead all scorers. Team World

The final featured Porzin-

movie celebrities such Nick

participated were Kristaps

beat Team U.S.A with a score

gis of the Knicks vs. Gordon

Verizon Slam Dunk Contest.

Cannon (America’s Got Tal-

Porzingis and Willy Her-

of 150-141. All-Star Saturday

Hayward of the Utah Jazz.

This year’s contest was very

ent) and Anthony Mackie

nangomez of the New York

Night commenced with the

The key play in this exciting

underwhelming and arguably

(Avengers).

Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns

Taco Bell Skills competition.

final was the passing portion,

one of the worst slam dunk

Porzingis was able to get his

contests of all time. It started

The real star of the show

of the Minnesota Timber-

The competition pitted big

always highly anticipated

was YouTube NBA player

wolves, Devin Booker of the

man against big man and

first pass through the tire

out with DeAndre Jordan

impersonator Brandon

Phoenix Suns, and Nikola

guard against guard and then

while Hayward had to take

jumping over DJ Khaled and

Armstrong who took home

Jokic of the Denver Nuggets.

forced the winner of each

two tries to make it through.

his DJ turntables, and then it

the MVP with 16 points and

The players that played for

group to play each other in

This slight advantage allowed

just got progressively worse

15 rebounds - the East beat

both Team U.S.A. and Team

the final. For years, this com-

Porzingis to run down the

from there. Aaron Gordon of

the West in this game 88-59.

World are young and talented

petition was only for point

court and drain the three to

the Orlando Magic decided to

Next on the agenda was the

and have a bright future

guards and ball handlers but

win the whole contest. Sadly,

get technical with his dunk by

BBVA Compass Rising Stars

ahead of them. One rookie

now with the emergence of

this will be the only accolade

bringing out a drone.

Challenge. Fans in the stands

that shined above the rest was the versatile big man, the

the Knicks will accumulate

and the fans at home got the

Jamal Murray of the Denver

this year. The second event of

NBA decided to include them

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Victor Cruz

to pass Durant the ball, there

before. One of his best dunks

were other rumors that West

of the night came when he

drop the ball from above the

coach Steve Kerr was going to

jumped over Steph Curry and

rim, Gordon was supposed

put Golden State’s four All-

as the kids say “yammed” on

to let it bounce and then do a

Stars in with Westbrook. To

him for the putback slam. The

through-the-legs dunk. The

add fuel to the fire Westbrook

dunk caused DeAndre Jordan

drone did its job, but Gordon

even warmed up at the oppo-

to have the same reaction he

wasn’t able to fulfill his end

site end of the court, in order

had to his own dunk when he

of the what-could-have-been

to keep his distance from

posterized Brandon Knight a

dunk. This could have been

Durant. With all that being

few years ago. LeBron James,

one of the greatest dunks of

said, there was a revelation in

Durant and Westbrook all

becoming an everyday player

concerns also linger, as Cruz struggled to return to full

The drone was supposed to

AP Photo

player he once was. Injury

all time because of the drone

the first quarter. Durant had

put on great offensive per-

in 2011. In 2012, Cruz helped

being present. The rest of the

a fast break with Westbrook

formances with 23, 21, and

the Giants defeat the Patriots

health and his return took

contest featured the remain-

running up the court, Durant

41 respectively with Durant

for the second time in five

longer than expected. Still,

ing participants jumping over

looked to his right, threw it

years. He was also named to

Cruz should draw interest

two to three people and re-

up and Westbrook slammed it The real star of the show was

the Pro Bowl, with an im-

around the league for the

home. It was a thing of beau-

hometown hero Anthony

pressive 86 catches for 1,092

peatedly missing each dunk.

2017 season. Reports say the

The winner of the contest

ty, and for that slim second it

Davis who broke Wilt Cham-

yards and 10 touchdowns

Denver Broncos are one of the

almost by default was Glenn

had almost felt that they were

berlain’s All-Star game record

during the regular season.

first teams to express interest

Robinson III of the Indiana

friends again.

of 42 points, with his own

Pacers.

The Durant and Westbrook

throwing in a triple double.

52 points, and 10 rebounds.

Cruz appeared in 15 games

in the wide receiver.

this season, starting 12 of

The days are now over of them. He hauled in 39 catches MetLife stadium erupting in for 586 yards and one touch- cheer whenever he made a

feud wasn’t the only thing

Davis scored 20 in the fourth

All-Star game you think of

happening in this year’s All-

quarter to help the Western

down. With Odell Beckham

catch: “Cruuuuuuuuz!” And,

in-season rivals joining forces

Star Game. It had seemed

Conference beat the East 192-

Jr. and Sterling Shepard now

there will be less salsa danc-

to defeat the opposing coast.

that each player either took a

182. Overall, this was a very

on the roster, coupled with

ing in the endzones now that

In this game, there aren’t any

three or drove down the lane

enjoyable All-Star weekend

his one year absence, Cruz

he’s gone. But Victor Cruz’s

rivalries or feuds, it is just

for an easy dunk. The only

and it leaves NBA fans ready

saw less targets than he was

impact on the team won’t

friends getting together to

player that didn’t seem to do

for a very tight second half of

used to.

be soon forgotten. From an

have a million dollar show off

either was Carmelo Anthony

the season. It is going to be

your skills competition.

who always seems to miss

fun to see who come out on

Sunday night was a little dif-

mid-range jump shots. One

top. The New Orleans Peli-

ferent because there was a

of the brightest performances

cans also acquired DeMarcus

heated feud going on that was

came from Buck star Giannis

Cousins from the Sacramento

When you think of the NBA

While it’s sad for fans to see

undrafted free agent play-

one of their favorite play-

ing for a team 15 minutes

ers go, it’s an understand-

from where he grew up, to a

able move from the Giants

relative unknown bursting

perspective. In addition to

on to the scene against the

Beckham and Shepard, New

Jets in the preseason, to a

very prevalent. That feud was

Antetokounmpo. Antetokoun- Kings, so that should make

York has receiving depth with

star receiver on a Super Bowl

Russell Westbrook vs. Kevin

po put on a dunking highlight

things a lot more interesting

Roger Lewis Jr and Dwayne

winning team, Cruz has had a

Durant. There were rumors

reel, and each one of those

in the West as the second half

Harris. Additionally, Cruz is

lasting impact on the Giants

that Westbrook wasn’t going

dunks could have won the

rolls around.

30 years old and it’s doubt-

organization and their many

ful he’ll ever be the explosive

fans around the country.

dunk contest from the night

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By Alessia Bicknese Opinion editor

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his week, the Charger Poll was curious as to what

your favorite grub on campus is! What used to be a very popular dining hall on campus is now widely ignored. Poor F.O.D. You had a good run. Who knew Bartels would be more popular than F.O.D.? To my surprise, Sandella’s is a crowd favorite! Do you want new dining halls on campus? Do you think this school needs a change (again)? Mention @ChargerPoll on Twitter to let us know your thoughts, and don’t forget to participate in the weekly poll!

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his week, I discovered something, which I originally

thought was a joke. It’s not. It’s called a Life Straw, and it allows you to drink water (through the straw) pretty much anywhere for only $20. The straw then filters the contaminat-

Weekly Discovery

By Alessia Bicknese Opinion editor

ed water as you slurp it. Apparently, it removes a minimum of 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria. So, in case you were planning on being stranded in the woods, please remember to take this straw with you. Or, if you’re adventurous and like to hike and happen to run out of water, this would also be ideal for you. Personally, I think that the Life Straw is amazing, and also completely disgusting. The reviews on it are phenomenal, and everyone claims it works, but the idea of sucking up brown water as it instantly cleanses itself is off-putting. So, for the sake of my sensitive stomach and low tolerance for foulness, I must take a star off and give this item a 4/5.

Alessia’s Rating:

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LEGO Batman: Bricks Build a Good Movie Begins, a dark retelling of

action scenes are incredible,

By Benjamin Atwater Staff Writer

Wayne’s origins. Spawning

and this film is even better in

one of the most critically and

IMAX despite its animated

B

financially successful trilogies

format. One of the largest

of all time, The Dark Knight

strengths of the LEGO brand

trilogy was followed by an-

is the legal ability to bring

other reboot of Batman in the

in licensed properties and

new DC Expanded Universe.

put them all together. Never

2016 saw Batman v. Super-

would I have thought I would

man, which was a disappoint-

see a film on the big screen

ment by any stretch of the

that pits Batman against not

imagination. The grim and

only the gang of DC villains,

murderous Batman who acted

yet King Kong, Sauron, Lord

atman is likely the

most iconic superhero of all time, dating back to 1941 when the character was conceived by Bob Kane in Detective Comics. The Caped Crusader went from being an adult dressed as an animal to a deadly assassin who used his skills for good. The Batman comics also led to the creation of several villains and sidekicks, some almost as iconic as Batman himself.

Batman leapt off the comic pages as early as the 1940s black and white serials.

Brought to mainstream attention with the corny 1960s Adam West TV show, Batman came to the silver screen in 1989: Tim Burton ushered in the modern superhero film era with Batman, starring Micheal Keaton as Bruce Wayne and Jack Nicholson as the Joker. While the sequels to Batman were disappointing, and the fourth film in the series, Batman and Robin considered to be one of the worst films of all time, the film version of Batman took a dramatic turn in 2005 when Christopher Nolan rebooted the series with Batman

a complete fool for the entire movie forecasted a poor iteration of the character for the future DC movies like Justice League, coming this November. No one suspected that before Justice League, cinema would receive perhaps the best Batman movie of all time in The LEGO Batman Movie.

Batman is a key supporting character in 2014’s The LEGO Movie. Voiced by Will Arnett, The LEGO Movie shows a Batman that captures the arrogance and over the top flashiness of the character, with fast paced dialogue that drew upon decades of cinematic Batman. Now, 2017 has brought both a follow up to The LEGO Movie as well as a solid Batman film, perhaps the best yet (and yes, this superlative considers The Dark Knight). Set entirely in Batman’s universe rather than the multiverse setting of The LEGO Movie, this new film

Voldemort, the Daleks, and AP Photo

many others. Overall, The

Will Arnett is the voice of LEGO Batman LEGO Batman Movie is one has LEGO incarnations of all

the dramatic weight is about

of Batman’s supporting char-

Batman redefining to himself

acters including Alfred, Com-

what it means to be a part of

missioner Gordon, Batgirl,

a family.

Robin, and all of Batman’s

As in The LEGO Movie, the

villains (there is even a mon-

animation in LEGO Batman is

tage showcasing the dozens of

superb. The stop motion ap-

Batman’s adversaries). The

pearance of the lego sets and

main adversary is the Joker,

figures is incredibly impres-

as should be the case in any

sive. This medium is far more

quintessential Batman film.

engaging and fun to look at

Without delving into the plot

than the overused generic

too much, the core narrative

CGI found in Disney and

is about Batman dealing with

Dreamworks films recently.

the lonely nature of being an

One must wonder how all of

orphaned billionaire assassin.

the sets were story boarded.

While The Dark Knight and

LEGO brand has always had

Burton’s Batman touched on

a certain humor in adapt-

these themes, The LEGO Bat-

ing real life activities into

man Movie features Wayne’s

the LEGO world. Mundane

clash of inner ego with the de- activities such as cooking food sire to be loved by others. As

or throwing out trash is some

every incarnation of Batman

of the most pleasurable and

involves his parent’s death at

humorous things to watch in

a young age, it is natural that

the film. The conception of

of the most fun experiences I have ever had in the theater. The cliche of appraising animated films as adult films is admittedly overused, but never has it been more true than in The LEGO Batman Movie. Similar to Deadpool with less violence and nudity, the self referential parody and references to the entire comic book movie industry make this film one that only people with a broad knowledge of film in general can appreciate the comedy to the fullest extent. Hopefully The LEGO Batman Movie will not be snubbed by the Academy like The LEGO Movie was at the Oscars. Yet Oscars or not, The LEGO Batman Movie is superior to its predecessor and worth the full price of admission at least twice.

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Black History Month: Legacy

By Khaaliq Crowder Contributing Writer Reggae originated in Jamaica in the late 50s/early ‘60s with the sounds of ska, which was their version of rhythm and blues; Gospel music came out of hymns sung by blacks during slavery; Jazz music came around the time of the Harlem Renaissance and was criticized for being antibougie and rebellious, similar to the opposition faced by hip-hop when it started in the 80s; and Disco led to House music and was popularized by DJ Frankie Knuckles.

1. Shackles (Praise You) - Mary Mary (2000) California-raised sisters Tina and Erica who named themselves Mary Mary after Mary the mother of Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene changed the gospel music game in 2000 with their debut single “Shackles (Praise You)” which went to crack the Top 30 of the pop charts and the top 10 worldwide. What made them different was having a hip and trendy new sound often referred to as urban contemporary gospel.

The Chainsmokers Are Coming to Bridgeport

By Lindsey Allen Contributing Writer

O

debuted at number 85 on the n February 12, The

Chainsmokers won their first ever Grammy for Best Dance Recording with their single “Don’t Let Me Down,” featuring Daya.

“We’re pretty f--cking nervous,” Andrew Taggart told the crowd at their Citi Sound Vault concert the day before the awards ceremony, ac-

3. Flex - Mad Cobra (1993) You probably heard the melody in Rihanna’ 2007 song “Say It” or Fifth Harmony’s recent hit “All in My Head”. This Jamaican reggae artist Mad Cobra’s signature song chanting about having sex with a girl over a relaxed and groovy instrumental

Awards Show, Best New Art-

4. Smooth Operator - Sade (1984) My mom and I have one mutual favorite artist and it’s Nigerian-British singer Sade (pronounced Shar-Day). Sade blurs the lines between R&B/quiet storm and smooth jazz. What makes her outstanding is her angelic voice, Sunday afternoon-incense-sticks-hair-tied up kind of day music and her mysterious. Sade is known for music (not celebrity) as she is rarely seen in public. Did you know she turned down an interview with Oprah? She also releases music when she wants too (Soldier of Love in 2010 was her first album in a decade).

Halsey. The song peaked at

6. Luv - Tory Lanez (2016) T. Dot-native Tory Lanez who is of Bajan descent loves to put a twist on classic black songs and this time he did it justice interpolating Tanto Metro and Devonte’s 1997 reggae dancehall number “Everybody Falls in Love.”

on YouTube. In the United States, their Grammy-winner

2. Stomp - Kirk Franklin (1997) Kirk Franklin is another one who made gospel music music more appealing to a younger audience. He added a lot of hip-hop flavor into his tunes, and wasn’t afraid to work with secular artists as well. Stomp is still a church favorite.

5. September -Earth, Wind & Fire (1978) Earth, Wind and Fire were the more prominent artist of funk music. And September is a song you’ll for sure hear at any black barbecue party in the summer time.

has over 400 million views

cording to People Magazine.

They were nominated for two other Grammys at the 59th ist and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for their number one hit, “Closer,” featuring #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

The production duo, comprised of Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall, mix dance and pop music for a chart-topping sound. Their official debut was “#Selfie”, a song which went viral in 2014, hit number one on the Billboard Dance chart, sold over ten million copies, and

Billboard Hot 100. The song reached a peak of number three and spent 23 weeks in the top 10. The YouTube official video has over 600 million views.

The Grammy win comes after a year full of recognition for The Chainsmokers. At the American Music Awards, they were nominated several times, with a win for Favorite Artist- Electronic Dance Music (EDM). They were also nominated for eleven awards at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. For a duo that met less than five years ago through a manager, that’s pretty impressive.

When asked about his musical influences by iFLYER, Andrew mentioned three very specific songs: Daft Punk’s “Around the World,” David Guetta VS The Egg “Love Don’t Let Me Go,” and the Trentemoller Remix of Yoshimoto’s “Do What You Do.” “Those three songs really hit me,” he said. When Alex was

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By Caitlin Carney STaff Writer

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The Chainsmokers after the 59th Annual Grammy Awards last week

Photo via HBO

Poster for “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

Continued from pg. 14 asked the same question, he mentioned Alex Gopher and Stanton Warriors.

The duo announced a fulllength album and the “Memories, Do Not Open” tour for 2017 on Twitter in late January. There are 40 locations for the tour, ranging from Italy to Argentina, including the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport, Connecticut on April 20. Two acts will accompany the duo on tour: Kiiara and Emily Warren, two

female pop artists that are known for their features on electro-pop tracks with The Chainsmokers and other artists. This will be The Chain-

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ire program; however, it is clear to viewers that Oliver is cary times call for a

scared man.”

This was how season four of

smokers’ second headlining

Last Week Tonight with John

show in Connecticut, the first

Oliver was advertised before

at The Dome at Toyota Pres-

it aired on Feb. 12 on HBO.

ents Oakdale Theatre in 2015.

Season three of Last Week

Tickets to the “Memories,

Tonight with John Oliver

Do Not Open” tour can be

had its season finale on Nov.

bought via the official web-

13, leaving Oliver’s viewers

site of The Chainsmokers at

anxiously awaiting the return

https://www.thechainsmokers.com/.

of his show.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is a news sat-

imparting his own opinion on

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the events that he covers. Oliver’s show covers everything from the United States’ presidential race to New Zealand’s citizens submitting designs for a new flag. Though he covers most things with massive amounts of humor, Oliver also knows how to be serious and cover more hard-hitting topics.

Oliver’s viewers come to

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Last Week Tonight

BSU Hosts Concert for Scholarship Fund

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ban, and then a stupid thing

him not only for a source of

Trump did is when he tweet-

By Caitlin Carney STaff Writer

news, but also for his hi-

ed “see you in court” because

larious way of presenting the

the Supreme Court would not

news. For example, through-

condone the travel ban. Oliver

out the election, Oliver kept

continued to point out times

referring to the election with

that Trump has either lied or

lengthy sentences describ-

contradicted himself so far

ing essentially how terrible

and explains just how terrify-

everything was going. Oliver

ing this is for America.

has made it clear to his view-

Oliver played a clip from ers that he is not a fan of Pres. CNN in which a man said, Donald Trump and he never “What does he mean when he has been.

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n Friday, Feb. 17,

the University of New Haven’s Black Student Union (BSU) hosted a concert in the German club. The concert was a fundraiser to raise money for the Sankofa Scholarship Fund, as well as to raise

says words?” in reference to

awareness for it. In order to

Trump. This was utilized to

support the cause, University

millions of Americans who

back up the fact that Trump

students were asked to pay an

did not vote for Trump and

contradicts just about every-

entry fee of two dollars while

are now terrified at the state

thing he says, making Oliver

of the country. Oliver is just

non-university students were

think that Trump does not

as scared, but is going to

even know what he is trying

expected to pay eight dol-

Oliver empathizes with the

cover everything that happens to say. and help his viewers better Oliver’s choice to start seaunderstand what exactly is

son four with a one-segment

going on.

episode about Trump is smart

Typically, Last Week

because he draws in anyone

lars. When the doors opened at 6:30 p.m., students were greeted by music being played through the speaker system as they found seats. Students

who disagrees with Trump to

were given a little over an

broken up into three main

his show, and also sets him-

hour to find their seats before

segments about various

self up to continuously cover

the show officially began.

current events which Oliver

Trump’s presidency for the

puts his own spin on. How-

rest of the season.

Tonight with John Oliver is

ever, the premiere episode

Last Week Tonight with

Once the show officially began, students were able to enjoy 10 different musical

of season four only consisted

John Oliver airs on Sunday

of one segment: Trump in

acts, all of varying types and

nights at 11 p.m. on HBO.

office. Oliver talked about all

Luckily, students who live on

genres. These varying acts

of the things Trump has done

campus at the University of

since being sworn in and how

New Haven get free HBO Go

terrible or stupid they were,

using their university login,

according to him. An example

so students are able to keep

of a terrible thing that Oliver talks about is Trump’s travel

up with the show that way.

were all chosen through an audition process put on by the Black Student Union. These acts were chosen to be openers for the main act: Sevyn Streeter.

While the openers were all

many fundraising events

fairly small acts, Streeter is an for the Sankofa Scholarship artist who has been around

Fund. The Black Student

since 2002 and has almost

Union has supported the

two million listeners on Spoti- Sankofa Scholarship Fund fy. Streeter typically performs

for years at the University of

R&B music and got her start

New Haven. The group has

in the group TG4, which was

a Sankofa Ball every year in

a pop-R&B group. Streeter

order to raise money for the

was signed as a solo artist in

scholarship. BSU also has

2012 with Atlantic, which is

an event coming up in April,

also the label for artists such

entitled the Sankofa Soiree,

as Ed Sheeran and twenty-

which is yet another event to

one pilots. Streeter was very

raise money and awareness

well received by the students

for the Sankofa Scholarship

in attendance at the concert

Fund.

and definitely helped the fundraiser be a success.

The Sankofa Scholarship

In addition to the Concert and Soiree, the Black Student Union hosts many events year

is awarded to one incom-

round, and hosts even more

ing student each year, typi-

during the month of Febru-

cally geared towards African

ary in honor of Black History

American students. Sankofa

Month. Students are wel-

is an Akan term and symbol

comed to learn more about

created by the Akan people to

African and African-American

mean “to go back and get it.”

cultures while also engaging

The scholarship is designed

in fun events, particularly

to help an African American

concerts of various types. The

student to further their edu-

Black Student Union will be

cation when their situation

hosting an open mic night

may prevent that feat. The

later this month as well as a

University of New Haven of-

gospel night. These events

fers their Sankofa Scholarship aim to raise awareness of as an endowed scholarship,

African and African-American

directly through BSU and the

cultures as well as represent

funds they raise.

Black History Month.

The concert was one of

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A Letter from USGA President Samantha Moul

I

n my time here at the University of New Haven, I have learned many things. A lot of these things were taught to me inside a classroom or came from a textbook, but most of the lessons that will surely stick with me for the rest of my life came from you, my fellow Chargers. In my experiences in our community, I have met so many people from different backgrounds, cultures, geographical areas, affiliations, identities, and opinions. And every single one of you has taught me something. I have learned that as a student body, we come together when it is most important, whether it is supporting countless charities, helping our fellow students in their time of need, or simply just cheering each other on. No matter who you are or what you do here, you have all been part of making my experiential education everything that it could be.

Through these ups there have also been some downs. The social and political tension that is currently present around campus can be felt in a politically charged conversation in class, through the banter in Bartels, and especially on social media. Many people are, for the first time in their lives, fighting for their beliefs and for their rights. Many others are continuing a fight they have battled all of their lives. And this fight is different for every individual on our campus, which is why it can seem so difficult to understand one another.

However, I think these differences are something to be celebrated.

Now, there is a very big difference between what is a political opinion and what is a derogatory and/or disrespectful comment against someone or a group of people – that I cannot argue. However, not everyone with a different view than yours will also have those kinds of things to say and we can’t ever know until we listen to them. Despite our differences and our beliefs outside of the University of New Haven, I believe we have the opportunity to not only use our college campus to continue all of the great things we do, (some listed above and many more are not) but to also engage in civil discourse and learn from one another. We are bound to come across many people in our lives with whom we disagree, but here at the University of New Haven, we have the opportunity to discuss these differences, and learn why we differ so greatly from others with people that we also happen to share a lot in common with, something that may not be as easily found post-graduation.

It is difficult to have your own values, beliefs, and passions and then meet someone who goes against what you believe in. However, one thing we will never fail to come across during our time on campus is someone we share a home with, for the University of New Haven has truly become all of our homes. I certainly have a lot of growing and learning left to do during my time here at U.N.H., but one thing I truly pride myself in is that I am a Charger, a member of the University of New Haven family. This campus has given me everything and if we continue to move forward as one, as a cohort of students who pride themselves on listening to understand and truly learning from everyone we have the opportunity to meet, this campus and its students will continue to give so much more. It’s a big task ahead of us and it might not always be easy, but I have no doubt that when our student body decides to come together, incredible things happen. So let’s get to work, Chargers.

Samantha Moul USGA President usgapresident@newhaven.edu

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Opinions

Are We Really the University of “New Haven?”

By Kayra Clouden Contributing Writer

W

ith the excep-

tion of weekend outings to the

esteemed Gotham or Toad’s

Place, I find that there is no

UNH presence in the city of

New Haven. Upon my own

adventures to various shops

such as Blue State Coffee,

Atticus, Koffee, Junzi, Urban

Outfitters, or even Shake

Shack, there aren’t too many

hoodies and jackets repre-

senting the University of New

Atwood’, but why aren’t UNH

heading into Downtown New

tion that paying for a U-pass

Which brings the question:

students filling the streets of

Haven and experiencing all

creates is that one must have

is New Haven solely reserved

West Haven or New Haven

that it has to offer a bit more.

an actual use for the U-pass

for Yale University? If so,

casually during the day on the

what city does UNH actu-

weekends?

Haven.

ally belong to and can have a

One reason for this is the

The second reason being

in order to purchase one.

the lack of a U-Pass or even

When it was free, the U-pass

a clear understanding of how

provided the opportunity for

presence in, in the way that

Downtown New Haven

the CT Transit bus system

exploration in someone’s free

Yale does?

Shuttle. The shuttle begins

operates. The University has

time.

running at 6:15 pm Thursday

now placed a $40.00 fee on

campus is geographically

– Sunday. This means that

U-Passes, which for some

to create a city filled with col-

located and yet, there’s no

for those who do not have

people is a fee no one wants

lege students from my own

presence of the UNH com-

a car, they only have access

to pay after not having to do

school and have people hang

munity, outside of strictly

Downtown during the hours

so in the past.

out around the city of New

being on-campus, in West

where most shops begin clos-

For some students, the

Haven, or even West Haven,

Haven either. The University

ing, promoting Downtown as

U-Pass provided them with

then Connecticut can begin

is making efforts to turn West

only a place for partying and

transportation to work or the

to feel like home to those

Haven into a college town

clubbing.

ability to immerse themselves

persons who come a long way

West Haven is where our

with additions such as the new apartment complex ‘The

If the shuttle had daytime hours, there’d be more people

If there were more of a push

within the community outside to be here. of campus. The connota-

Should the Constitution be Changed? who do not know, the first

limited, and I am set back

Americans at that point in

responses to the prompt

constitutional convention was

150 years to when my people

time. So many thoughts were

made me realize how big of a

called back in 1784, when the

had absolutely nothing, what

running through my head

gap there is between the black

Declaration of Independence

would I do then? I refuse to

like, “why not change the

and white communities. One

was created. We have lived

let this government have me

document all together?” and

classmate talked about chang-

by this document for almost

shaken and put all of this fear

“America would probably feel

ing the gun law and that is

ment and Politics class, our

230 years and are the closest

in my heart. I am extremely

more united if the minori-

when I knew that we had to-

professor assigned a topic

we have ever been to calling

happy that I waited until my

ties felt more included.” I am

tally different perceptions of

where the students had to

another meeting.

junior year to take my politics

genuinely frightened by the

this country. I fear losing my

and government class. Now

possibility of this happening.

rights while others cry over

By April Anderson Contributing Writer

I

n my American Govern-

discuss the implications of

When my professor first

a modern constitutional

brought it up, I thought that

that Donald Trump is the

The repercussions of this and

guns. I wish that our genera-

convention and the way they

it is the best thing that could

President, I need to know

the huge potential of things

tion could really see how vital

felt about it. When she first

happen to this country, why

everything there is to know

going wrong are monumental. politics are to our daily lives.

brought up the topic in class

not call a convention? Con-

about our system.

What this meeting could take

In this day and age we have

I was for it, until I did a little

gress can go into this meeting

away from my family, me and

several corporations and leg-

ration of Independence was

anyone that looks like me,

islators teaming up and mak-

created, it gave people more

makes my very uneasy about

ing the laws we live by every

it even being a possibility.

day. The American Legisla-

more research and our profes- and change the document in sor explained her view of why its entirety. If there is a pos-

Although, when the Decla-

America should not go down

sibility that my rights could

rights and freedoms, but it

that path. For those of you

suddenly be taken away, or

was not intended for African

Reading my classmates’

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Opinions

Graduate - And Live the struggle from which their

in university in exchange for

parents came, instead all they

cold hard cash (transferred

T

saw was a routine life dedi-

digitally into their bank ac-

cated to work.

count of course).

life today’s youth enjoys was

seeking the fulfillment of their aren’t averse to work; but

made possible due the hard

passions. For them adventure

today people want to be the

work of earlier generations.

is the only constant, change

ones in control of their own

The goal of those earlier gen-

is the only routine. And their

life. Thankfully for them, they

erations was to find a career

dearest friend, technology, is

can make a living now work-

that would provide them with

enabling them to do this.

ing online via freelancing.

By Ryan Astaphan Graduateandlive.com

he relative ease of

life-long stability.

These career-driven indi-

Today’s students are able to chart a unique course:

“A traditional career isn’t for everybody. Most people

Freelancing over the com-

Freelancing can be a way to

puter and internet is allowing

fund your travels or support

viduals went on to build fami-

students and graduates alike lies. Their children did not see to utilize their skills learned

yourself before jumping into

The Constitution

introduction into entrepre-

Continued from pg. 18 tive Exchange Council is the perfect example. The first few sentences on their “About” page states “The American Legislative Exchange Council is America’s largest nonpartisan, voluntary membership organization of state legislators dedicated to the principles of limited government, free markets and federalism.”

They neglect to mention that they are endorsed by many big-name corporations. Why would you want to live under a system that lets corporations make laws, while hiding behind senators and state representatives? This whole idea boggles my mind. The simple fact that this is legal is insane.

I stand firm in believing that

the real world or it can be an neurship,” said Ryan Astaphan, a history major who made

this document should stay

his money in freelancing

untouched, refined or ma-

before moving to Thailand.

nipulated. At this point, it is

Ryan is also the creator of

very vague and left largely

GraduateAndLive.com.

up to interpretation. The

Freelancing is simply an

document was purposefully

alternative hiring method.

written that way to adapt to

Instead of committing to a

modern times. We do not need to change the document, we need to change the people that we indirectly voted into office. These people are interrupting it incorrectly or twisting the meanings to benefit whom they would like. Recently, I have tried to become more politically aware and taking this class has really opened my eyes. Just learning a few things about how are government system works can help with our generation’s lack of interest with politics.

long-term position, you can work on individual projects.

These projects are accessible to everyone, from writers to accountants to designers and even engineers.

Many job boards exist online that link a worldwide audience of freelancers with those that need their ser-

A list of common freelancing jobs - via graduateandlive.com vices. In many cases there is

what you do for work, I urge

nothing preventing would-be

you to give freelancing a try.

freelancers from jumping in -

The skills you’ll learn doing

registration is simple and the

so will be valuable to you as a

job boards require no signup

person and to future employ-

fees. Like doing well in uni-

ers if you decide to head down

versity, though, success does

that route. And of course you

not come magically.

can make money. But just like

“Any student or graduate

in university, success doesn’t

of today’s generation who

come down just to your effort.

doesn’t mind working from

You have professors there as a

the computer should be able

support system. Good luck to

to make money. They are

you in whatever path you take

tech-literate and well-educat-

in life, but remember to not

ed,” said Ryan.

stop learning just because you

“If what you do in life is

graduated.”

more important to you than

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Why I Stopped Drinking Soda

By Mirinda Osmer Staff Writer

I

they have it, I would go for a

smile. I never thought about

Cherry Pepsi. That beverage

what was happening to my

has 70 grams of added sugar.

teeth unless I was drinking a

do not believe in New

Year’s resolutions. When you think about it, the start of a new year is just another day.

As such, I used my return to campus for the spring semester as my “new year” resolution. I decided, after years of enjoying the fizzy, sugary, magicalness that is soda, that I would stop drinking it for the foreseeable future.

Every 12 ounces of Pepsi, since we’re a Pepsi school, contains 41 grams of sugar.

Those bottles they sell everywhere around campus? They’re 20 ounces and have 69 grams of sugar. The American Heart Association recommends between 100 and 150 grams of added sugars, or sugars that aren’t naturally occurring like those from fruits, per day. This means that each time you grab a bottle of Pepsi from Jazzman’s, you are drinking more than half of your daily added sugar intake.

Now, say you are like me. I do not like regular Pepsi. If

Why Adele’s Respect to Beyonce Matters

By Iyana Jones Contributing Writer

A

t this year’s 59th Annual Grammy’s on Sunday, grams in a 20 oz. bottle. rot can occur with any dark Feb. 12, the usual occurred.

Other foods also have added soda. This was the second of As expected it was filled with sugars in them, whether you three factors that influenced mediocre comedy, extravathink they do or not. Thus, my decision. gant gowns, and celebrities congratulating other celebrimy daily intake probably far The final trigger was the ties - nothing new here. exceeded the American Heart realization of how I was Every year, there is always Association’s recommended consuming soda. I wasn’t an artist who goes unnoticed allotment for each day that particularly enjoying what I or unrecognized for an album I had both food and a soda. was drinking, I just knew that or song that the world seems And while I think I am leadI enjoyed soda and Cherry to have appreciated, but the Academy did not. But this is ing a reasonably healthy life, Pepsi tasted better than understandable considering knowing that I was consumregular Pepsi. I would sit at the Academy is made up of ing so much sugar really put my desk and want something older white men, who probaa damper on my enjoyment. to do with my hands, a mobly can’t relate to this generaBut that wasn’t the only factor ment’s break from homework tion’s music. But this year, we had someone pull an infato stop my soda consumption. or responsibility where I My absolute least favorite could consume and not think mous Kanye West in honor of Beyonce. This time it was soda is Coca-Cola. Not for about anything. Well, I can do Adele, winner of the Album of the taste, which is mediothat with water. Why waste the Year, who wanted to give cre, but for the feeling in my the added sugar, teeth stainQueen Bey her props. After mouth each time I drink it: ing and money on something receiving the award, Adele I feel the white leaving my that a reusable container and got up on stage and said what the exact thought that was smile; I feel rot begin to set. a BRITA can give me? running through the mind of Even Snapchat filters can’t Honestly,, I’m not sure many in the black commuhide the growing yellow after that my life is better or about nity in America - Lemonade a dark soda. It is common the same since I abandoned should have won.

Before you go on a rampage knowledge that dark beversoda. I know that I occasionabout why everything has to ages stain teeth faster than, ally crave a good Dr. Pepper. be about race, let’s just get say, water. Just think about a I know that I don’t need it. I some things out of the way. white coffee mug that is used also know that Naked Juice Adele, a British white woman, every day. Those rings inside? is good and there is no added was able to understand and That stain that won’t wash sugar, so I can just have that appreciate that Lemonade was created for and catered out? That could be on your if water isn’t cutting it. to the black woman’s experiIn 20 oz. A Dr. Pepper? 64

Coke, but color change and

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ence of heartbreak. 25 was an incredible album, with a plethora of dazzling ballads about heartbreak, to which everyone can relate, but Lemonade was different. Lemonade allowed audiences to see into a side of Beyonce, a black music icon, in a way that most had not seen before. This album, for many black women, expressed sentiments that they felt to a larger audience.

It showed a black woman as being vulnerable and exposed rather than the strong independent woman she’s always expected to be. It touched on all the experiences of heartbreak such as rejection, anger, reduction, while also dealing with how unappreciated black women in America are. Not only was the audio of this album incredible, but let’s not forget this was a visual album as well. With Oscar worthy editing, mystifying imagery and abstract poetry, the visual aspect of Lemonade cannot be downplayed. On top of that, the album used black women from Serena Williams and Zendaya to inspire young black girls and have them seen in a positive light as well as the mothers of Trayvon Martin and Eric Garner, who are activists against police brutality. This album managed to touch on a vast collection of issues troubling the black community, and its authenticity is what made it such a big deal.

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PRIDE Promotes All Love for Valentine’s Day

By Karina Krul Student Life Editor

P

opposing sides,” said PRIDE

aromanticism actually exists,” is. We just want to promote

President, Steven Soler.

said Soler.

Sam Paquette, Executive As-

Tuesday, for Valentine’s

complete with a rose. This

that and promote inclusion,”

was the typically favorite part,

said Paquette when asked

and the highlight of the two

about Freedom to Marry Day.

days.

sistant of PRIDE also added

Day, they celebrated Freedom

that it is important for people

to Marry Day with ring pops

to know, in a time so involved

and a proposal station. Stu-

people that no matter what,

station is so much fun. We

days, on Valentine’s Day, and

with love, that not everyone

dents could take ring pops,

love is love, and your ability

ran around like crazy people

the day before and to bring

is interested in that. “It helps

and even dress up with top

to marry (either imaginary or

trying to find the ring pops

hats and roses at the table to

literally) should not be taken

today and it was totally worth

‘propose’ to their friends and

away,” agreed Soler.

it,” stated Paquette.

RIDE tabled for two

awareness to important topics them know they are valid and important,” she said. often overlooked in the aura

“The purpose of it is to show

The two day tabling event

“Creating our little proposal

Many students on campus

loved ones. The club also of-

they tabled for Aromantic

are not educated on aroman-

fered valentines grams for no

was successful, both in

he enjoys Aromantic Day,

Day to raise awareness about

ticism, and the tabling sought

cost that students could send

further educating campus

Freedom to Marry Day is his

aromanticism, when a person

to change that. They had fly-

to whomever they wanted.

and in creating a fun, accept-

favorite part. “It’s fun watch-

experience little or no roman-

ers to hand out with more in-

ing atmosphere across the

ing people have a good time,”

tic attraction.

formation, as well as candy to

marry whomever they want

student body. Throughout the

he explained.

draw students in. “I actually

at any time. Love is what’s

day on Valentine’s Day stu-

of the holiday. On Monday,

“Many people get romanti-

“Everyone should be free to

cism and sexuality mixed up

got some interesting reactions important and it shouldn’t

– we wanted to express the

as they were taken aback that

matter who the other person

Soler also agreed that, while

PRIDE’s next big event

dents could be seen proposing is Second Chance Prom on to their friends in a top hat,

March 25.

Black Student Union Hosts Annual Comedy Show

By Riley Knebes STAFF WRITER

O

n Wednesday. Feb-

Dark.”

him for a long time on Wild

BSU President Mackenzie

‘N Out,” said graduate stu-

Upshaw said that planning

dent Samantha Newman. “I

for Black History Month

really think he’s funnier live.”

started back in October. It is

Fans had the opportunity

an annual tradition to host a

to meet The FFCS and stay

ruary 15th, the Black Student

comedy show and BSU always after to take photos and talk

Union held its annual comedy

hosts someone new.

show for Black History Month The Freestyle Funny Comedy Show has been performin the Alumni Lounge.

to the comedians. It was an opportunity for the group to meet their fans, as well as for

Performing was The Freestyle

ing since 2009 and travels

fans to interact more with the

Funny Comedy Show, con-

around the country with its

group and ask any questions

sisting of four rising comedi-

interactive improv show.

they may have had.

ans; “B Daht,” “ChicoBean,”

Along with simple stand-

ChicoBean said that the show

“Big Baby”, and “Osama Bin

up comedy, the FFCS also

was “more intimate than

Drankin.” You might have

included volunteers from

we usually do,” and that the

seen a few of these guys on

the audience to take part

crowd was “definitely ener-

For the final days of Black

speaker on the 28th.

Nick Cannon’s “Wild ‘N Out”

in several comedy sketches

gized.” To the University, he

History Month, BSU held

More on the Freestyle Funny

along with various other

throughout the night.

said “Thank you, we appreci-

its annual Sankofa Benefit

Comedy Show can be found at

comedy shows like “Wal-

“I enjoyed seeing ChicoBean

ate you. Keep watching Wild

Concert on Friday, and is also

theffcs.com.

ter Latham’s Comedy After

because I’ve been watching

‘N Out.”

featuring an inspirational

Photo by Riley Knebes

Freestyle Funny Comedy Show Members

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Student Life

Accepted Students Get a Special UNH Concert

By Caitlin Carney STaff Writer

O

loved the opportunity to play at this concert because they were able to showcase a new

On the Fritz performing on Friday

song, plus this was their first show of the semester. The n Saturday, Feb. 18,

band tries to jump on any

the Admissions Office at the

opportunity to play, so this

University of New Haven held

was definitely a great show

an Accepted Students Day,

for them.

specifically aimed at music

To aspiring musicians, Crys-

majors. This event allowed

tal Clear says, “Don’t be afraid

prospective students to get a

to come out of your shell”

more in depth understanding

and also to “put yourself out

of their programs and the re-

there.”

sources the University has for

The band said that they

them. After they were able to

have to ask for things all the

see all of these great features

time and makes clear that is

and ate some dinner, Admis-

not a bad thing. They encour-

sions invited the prospective

age other aspiring musicians

students, as well as current

to ask for the gigs they want

students, to the German Club

and anything else they may

to watch a concert featur-

need. The band’s music is

ing Crystal Clear and On the

currently available on Face-

Fritz, which are both student

book and Soundcloud, and

bands on campus, as well as

soon they will also be featured

Kristen Merlin, who gradu-

on Bandcamp.

ated from the university and

Photo by Caitlin Carney

Kristen Merlin ‘07 was the Accepted Students Day concert headliner

Photo by Caitlin Carney

After Crystal Clear fin-

was also on The Voice in

ished their set, there was a

was On the Fritz. On the Fritz

graduated from the Univer-

season six.

slight intermission in which

is also made up of entirely

sity of New Haven back in

energy was outstanding.” She

students, staff, and charger

University of New Haven

2007 with a Music and Sound

explained that she loves com-

ambassadors were able to

students; however, they are

Recording degree. Being at

ing back to campus and see-

all juniors rather than first-

the University helped Mer-

ing all the new students and

Students were welcomed

into the German Club where

several rows of chairs were set dance to various songs being

Merlin said, “The crowd and

up, but there was also open

played by a DJ. Some of these

years. On the Fritz was well

lin because she was inspired

seeing how much the school

floor space so that students

songs were the Cha-Cha slide

received by students, and

by all of the talent she was

has changed since she was a

could really immerse them-

and the Cupid Shuffle. These

some students even began a

constantly surrounded by.

student here.

selves in the concert atmo-

breaks between performances

small mosh pit during their

She also began writing songs

Merlin encourages aspiring

set. After their performance,

while she was still a student.

musicians here at the University, and all over the world, to

sphere. The show opened with allowed students to let off

Crystal Clear, a band made

some steam and show the

students were able to dance to Merlin played a combination

up of all first year students

prospective students just how

the music being played by the

of original songs and covers

pursue their dreams. “Don’t

who met in the Music LLC

fun this school can be.

DJ once again.

throughout the night. Merlin

be afraid to dream big,” said

absolutely loved performing

Merlin.

this past fall. Crystal Clear

The next group to perform

The headliner of the night was Kristen Merlin who

for the concert.

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Student Life

Chargers Show Their Talent for Make-a-Wish

By Sarah Costello STaff Writer

S

unday night was full

of teamwork and entertainment when the fourth annual ‘Charger’s Got Talent!’ returned to the University of New Haven. The Charger Gymnasium was filled with dozens of spectators ready to watch the University’s athletes put on a show, competing for the honor of first place. The entire night was not only filled with fun and talent, it was also a special benefit event to earn money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

The talent show consisted of 13 different acts by the major sports teams, the heat was on for everyone to give it their all and win the hearts of the judges and the audience members. The teams were judged based on the overall creativity, team involvement, execution, and entertainment of their act, with the chance of earning up to 40 possible points to become the champions of Charger’s Got Talent!.

Members of the athletic and academic departments served

as judges, including Coach

Kevin McGonigal, faculty

The spectators were ready

representative Mary Miller,

and eager to see

Office of Academic Success

their friends

member Lynn DeRobertis,

and

and Office of Undergraduate

peers

Lacrosse were also ready for the night, saying

Keira Mezei, Women’s Vice President for SAAC.

that it “feels

The show is a fun way to

good

bring together the students

since it’s

Admissions representative

of the University in order to help grant a sick child’s wish.

Rob Holub. On top of all of

for

The hope was that the night

that, the event had special

a

of festivities would help SAAC

performances from the New

to reach their total goal of

Haven Dance Team, Mon-

$7,500 this year, to contribchar- ute to the total fund brought

soon, and Poetry Club.

The athletes showed off their Charger pride with

show off their

unique spectacles all through- skills for

itable cause,” and loved

in by the Division II studentathletes. Last year, SAAC was able to achieve their goal of

out the evening. The Uni-

charity. Students

versity Step Team kicked

Zoe Laird and Mike Cameron

teams were contributing and

fundraiser’s total of $600

things off with an empower-

came to watch the Volleyball

bringing everyone together.

thousand to help Make-A-

ing dance, living up to their

team, supporting their friends

team’s name with strong

on the team. The other teams

to help out Student-Athlete

rhythms showcasing their

were also excited to watch

Advisory Committee (SAAC)

hard work and dedication.

their fellow athletes compete.

to earn the money for the

The Women’s Basketball

“Most of us

team gave the crowd a fashion are excited

how all of the

Everyone was pumped up

Division II Make-

$7,000 for the Division II

Wish help a child’s wish come true.

By the end of the night, SAAC was able to raise $900 to contribute to their fund-

A-Wish fun- raiser. The first place spot

show of school clothing, while

for it,”

draiser.

the Dance Team fused the

Base-

Team, whose two woman

infamous “Cup Song” and

ball

dance team took the crowd

went to the Women’s Tennis

traditional tap dance into a

by storm. The athletes gave

rhythmic, energizing routine.

it their all to put on perfor-

The Volleyball Team even

mances to draw in quite a

performed a synchronized

crowd, and showed off some

swim to “Swan Lake”, impres-

impressive performances,

sively without water. Even the Team athletic staff got involved and

represen-

competed in a Chubby Bun-

tative Devin

ny-esque marshmallow eating Dimascio explained,

“Charger’s Got Talent!” is an

as the team was preparing

raise for Make-A-Wish. It was

ence was just as excited to

for their Hula-Hoop sing off

fun was to earn money for

watch, as the students in the

routine.

charity and have the athletes

The members of Women’s

nual ‘Charger’s Got Talent!’ a memorable one.

annual event to fund-

contest. Everyone in the audi-

spotlight were to perform.

making the fourth an-

perform fun skits,” explained

Photos by Sarah Costello

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Independent Greek Council Recruitment success for all organizations involved.

Alpha Phi Omega’s week resembled a House Cup challenge, according to Vice President of recruitment Kelly. It ast week (Feb. 13began on Monday with ‘Meet Feb. 17) was recruitment for the Brothers,’ which included the Independent Greek Coun- potential members answering cil and included three Greek Pottermore questions which organizations on campus: Al- were used to sort them into pha Phi Omega, Alpha Sigma houses. Tuesday was their Kappa, and Kappa Kappa Psi. informational where potential Alpha Phi Omega and Kappa members learned about the Kappa Psi are both co-ed organization as well as what service fraternities, with house they were sorted into, the latter being a fraternity and Wednesday was ‘Meet exclusive to students involved the Families’ where families in band. Alpha Sigma Kappa within the organization creis a sorority for women with ated events that could earn STEM majors. All three potential members points. organizations had a theme Service night was Thursday for the week, although Alpha and consisted of the making Phi Omega and Alpha Sigma of ‘Blessing Bags,’ everyone Kappa’s were more interacbrought in items that could tive. Kappa Kappa Psi’s theme be donated to community centered on the fact that this organizations and bags were class is their Beta class, with made to be dropped off. their recruitment flyer featur- Friday ended their week with ing a coral reef background. their invite only, at which the Alpha Phi Omega’s theme winner of the House Cup was was Harry Potter and Alpha announced and new members Sigma Kappa’s theme was were given their bids, dis‘Travel Around the World,’ guised as Hogwarts Accepboth of which influenced the tance letters. week’s activities.

Alpha Sigma Kappa’s week “I believe that we had a ran Monday to Saturday and great turn-out, while we did centered around “traveling not get the number of people the world with the sisters of we were hoping for, the Alpha Sigma Kappa.” Monday people we got are so wonder- night’s theme was New York ful that I could not be more City and John F. Kennedy, excited for them to take the Tuesday’s was Valentine’s in next step to being a brother,” Tokyo, Wednesday’s was Tea said Mary Kate Kelly of Alpha in Wales and London, and Phi Omega’s recruitment Thursday was Salsa Dancweek. The week was a similar ing in Barcelona. Friday and

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Saturday were both their invitation only nights for the potential members that would be invited into their sisterhood.

Kappa Kappa Psi had a similar structure to Alphi Phi Omega, running from Monday to Friday, but altered from the two in the sense that there was no theme linking the days. Monday began the week with icebreakers, including games such as two truths and a lie and guessing which facts belonged to which member. Tuesday was a speed dating event in honor of Valentine’s Day, where potential members spent a specific amount of time at each table talking to current brothers. Music night was Wednesday, which included a game of musical chairs and Thursday brought formal interview night, where potential members spoke with current brothers in a more formal setting. Friday night was their invite only where potential members who were invited into the organization received their bids.

“My favorite part of the week by far is watching them realize they are receiving their bids; watching the excitement in their faces and knowing that all of the work we put into recruitment was so worth it to see how happy they were is a feeling unlike any other,” explained Kelly, summing up the important take-away from the long week.