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Making a Murderer: Avery’s case reopened See page 8

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EC’s Tipton to move to another institution

SArah Astra editor-in-chief

In July 2016, Alzada Tipton will no longer be serving as Dean of the Faculty and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Elmhurst College. An email was sent out to EC students and faculty on Jan. 12 stating that Tipton would be vacating her position at EC. In that email, it also stated that she had accepted a position at Whitman College as the Provost and Dean of the Faculty. Tipton explained that this decision is not out of the ordinary for college professionals. “It is very common for chief academic officers to move periodically to another institution, and it seems to make sense to make the move before the arrival of the new president, so as to allow that person to choose their own VPAA/ Dean with whom they will work,” Tipton said in an email interview. Dr. Heather Hall, the current associate dean of the faculty and professor of kinesiology,

will be taking over for Tipton as Interim Dean of the Faculty as of July 1, 2016, a position she feels a bit uneasy about due to the lack of a permanent president at EC. “[I’m] very excited, yet at the same time, a little nervous. It is not often you accept a position without knowing who you will be reporting to,” she said in an email interview. While there is some uncertainty in the presidential office, Hall understands her role at EC next year. “I believe it is my responsibility to ensure things run smoothly in the Office of Academic Affairs and I hope to provide encouragement and guidance while serving as a liaison between the faculty and the new president,” she said to The Leader. Hall will become the sixth interim faculty member serving at EC. While Hall was unable to comment on why there are so many interim positions at the College, Tipton was able

SGA in need of reps Gianfranco Ocampo news editor

The Student Government Association (SGA) has reportedly halted voting on certain major plans until they feel they have an appropriate number of representatives. “We don’t feel the amount of reps we have is an appropriate representation of campus and the decisions are being made by an appropriate representation and not just a small group of students who happened to have been stuck with it,” said president of SGA, Grace Bellino. According to Bellino, the association has faced some resignations from the board alongside already having some empty seats. Before SGA makes any major moves they intend to fill these empty seats. “We passed a constitutional amendment last year that we

could appoint representatives that can be nominated by anybody and we vote them in or out,” she said. “We’re going to try to send out a campus wide email inviting people to nominate people and hopefully rack up some interest.” Among the plans that have been halted until SGA can fill more seats is the move to to replace the water fountains in the residence halls, A.C Buehler library, and Irion Hall with refilling stations for the spring term. The proposal was made by SGA’s Vice President of Administration Katelyn Ditzler in September 2015 to Elmhurst College’s facility manager, Mark Wakely. The funding would reportedly cost $13,600 and would be taken out of SGA’s rollover budget money that was not used by SGA in 2015. Continued on page 4

Photo courtesy of Heather Hall (left), Photo by Sarah Astra Heather Hall (Left) will be set to replace Alzada Tipton after spring term.

to shed some light on the matter. “There is always some turnover happening at academic institutions,” she said. “Given

that it is traditional for hiring for faculty and [some] staff positions to take upwards of a year, it is often the case that interim people occupy some of

these positions, while searches are being conducted.” Continued on page 5

EC students cautious about Chipotle Saaniya ahmed staff writer

Despite numerous E. coli, salmonella, and norovirus outbreaks that have occurred resulting in Chiptole closing its stores on Feb. 8, EC students have remained loyal to their burritos. Sophomore Ann Stacey said she had always been a frequent customer at Chipotle. “I used to eat there at least once a week, sometimes more. It was just so good, except for the extra charge for guacamole,” she said. When she first heard the news of the outbreaks, she stopped eating at Chipotle altogether. However, over time she realized she could not stay away from Chipotle and began frequenting the Mexican food chain once again. “When I heard of the first outbreak, I stopped going there completely. I was terrified about eating at Chipotle, and I refused to go because I didn’t want to get sick,” she said. “However, I have start-

Internet Photo This downtown Elmhurst Chipotle will be one of the hundreds closing on Feb. 8.

ed going more often recently, but only about once a month, if that. I’ve just been slightly worried about going to Chipotle, but each time I do decide to go, I become less afraid of getting sick.” Freshman TJ Thompson shared a similar experience. Once a frequent customer at Chipotle, he became slightly more reluctant to eat there due to the outbreaks.

“I was slightly hesitant at first, but now that the restaurants are always checking for it and are aware of it, and will stop serving [if] if it appears, I am not worried about eating at Chipotle anymore,” he said. Continued on page 5

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Teens charged in murder of 13-year-old Sarah Astra editor-in-chief

Two Virginia Tech students are being held without bond for the disappearance and death of 13-year-old Nicole Lovell. Lovell disappeared from her Maryland home on Wednesday, Jan. 27 and Virginia State Police located her body on Saturday, Jan. 30 in Surry County, North Carolina, according to The Chicago Tribune. David Eisenhauer, an 18-year-old freshman engineering student at Virginia Tech, was arrested the day the body was found and

charged with first-degree murder and abduction of Lovell. Natalie Keepers, a 19-yearold engineering student, was arrested on Sunday, Jan. 31 for improper disposal of a body and accessory after the fact in the commission of a felony, according to The Chicago Tribune. Lovell was last seen by her parents and had climbed out of her window after pushing her dresser in front of her bedroom door to keep them out. Eisenhauer still has not given police a confession and did not help them locate the body.

Internet Photo Virginia Tech students ( left: Natalie Keepers, 19, and David Eisenhauer,18) are in prison without bail.

Planned migrant attack stopped by cops Police in Sweden stopped a planned attack on Sunday, Jan. 31, by individuals against immigrants that sought refuge in the city of Stockholm. The protestors’ aim was to beat and terrorize the migrants. The plan for this attack was distributed via a flier that was passed out to people on the streets, a sort of “call to arms” for citizens

in response to the attacks in Cologne, Germany earlier this year. The Stockholm City Police had received a tip on Friday from an anonymous source, which told them about the planned attacks by certain extremist groups and gangs with ties to soccer teams, according to The New York Times. Internet Photo Policemen in Sweden prepare and watch in response to planned attacks on numerous immigrants.

Man found with guns at Disneyland Paris A man was arrested in a Disneyland Paris hotel on Jan. 28 when he was spotted with two guns. He was picked up at Disney’s Hotel New York in the main part of the park and was found

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Raub Welch comes to Elmhurst College

Internet photo Raub Welch has exhibitions across the United States, such as Du Sable Museum of African American History in Chicago.

Gianfranco ocampo news editor

As part of Elmhurst College’s Black History Exhi-

bition Chicago artist Raub Welch will host The Endangered Species: A visual

Response to the Vanishing Black Man, an exhibit that features numerous works of Welch. In an Elmhurst College press release, Welch described his work’s relevance to the college’s exhibit for black history month. “We as a society have graduated to a misguided comfort when it comes to defining the black man. As creatures, we (black men) carry a narrative too ghastly and nightmarish to ever qualify as merely ‘simple’,” he said. “The large issue (and perhaps the focus of my exhibit) is that we have completely divorced the concept of beauty from the black man.” Welch’s work has been exhibited across the United States and has also worked as an art collector and owner of Very Raub Interiors and Events, a gallery and design space in Chicago.

Director of Exhibitions Suellen Rocca added further detail to the relevance of Welch’s work to the vision of their exhibit in an email interview. “His work expresses the struggle of the black man in American culture,” she said. “I felt it was strong visually and powerfully expressed important ideas about black culture.” The exhibit will run from Feb. 1 through Mar. 18 in the Founders Lounge in the Frick Center. “I think students will find the work both very interesting. I hope the work will generate discussion about the issues Raub Welch addresses in his work,” Rocca said.

EC’s environmental efforts recognized Gianfranco Ocampo news editor

Elmhurst College’s environmental efforts have been recognized by numerous organizations regarding many of EC’s efforts for wildlife. Reported by an Elmhurst

College press release, the gardens at EC and food scrap composting program received recognition for their sustainability efforts from the National Wildlife Federation and the Illinois Food Scrap Coalition. The National Wildlife Fed-

eration has recognized EC’s efforts numerous times in the past designating the college with a Certified Wildlife Habitat. In the past EC has helped wildlife thrive providing food, water, and shelter for wildlife to care for its off-

spring. The newly dedicated Monarch Butterfly Waystation has also accomplished a great deal for the wildlife, designated to support pollination. Elmhurst College also received a Gold Partner designation in their role with

File photo This monarch waystation, outside of Stanger Hall, is an example of Elmhurst College’s environmental efforts.

the We Compost program. Elmhurst College has been recognized for their efforts of generating more than 21,000 ponds of food scrap compost.

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Germany rapes have country in an uproar Mia Harmon staff writer Cologne welcomes in the New Year with over 900 sexual assault claims filed against Muslim men. Controversial statements have been made by public figures in the aftermath of the sexual assault claims in Cologne on New Year’s Eve resulting in a firestorm throughout Germany. Within days following the assaults, Cologne mayor Henriette Reker received backlash for her comments for not taking a strong enough position against the attackers but rather making comments for safety precautions. “There's always the possibility of keeping a certain distance of more than an arm's length - that is to say to make sure yourself you don't look to be too close to people who are not known to you, and to whom you don't have a trusting relation-

ship,” she said. Soon after the hashtag #einearmlänge began trending on Twitter among German women, to which one user stated that she should have followed her own advice, making reference to Reker being stabbed in the neck in October by an anti-immigration protester. In an interview with a Russian news channel REN TV regarding these attacks, the Imam of the Salafist mosque in Cologne, Sami Abu-Yusuf also received backlash after he had victim blamed the women who were sexually assaulted. “The events of New Year’s Eve were the girls own fault, because they were half naked and wearing perfume,” he said. “It is not surprising the men wanted to attack them.” Many of the women who were victims of the attacks that evening demand retribution from the German broadcasting channel ZDF who were slow to react

Internet Photo Many citizens have already objected to refugees in Germany and further protest their presence in the country.

on the story. The Cologne Police Department has also been criticized for what appears to be an attempt to cover up the offenses. In more recent news, government officials in Germany have begun to put up signs and cartoons to help Muslim men assimilate into western culture. The signs that have been put up illustrate that it is inappro-

priate to touch women when it is unsolicited, and that men must make eye contact when speaking to women instead of staring at their bodies. In reaction to these brutal atrocities, Angela Merkel has stated that Germany will be changing its deportation policy making it easier to deport those who are found guilty of crimes causing death or serious injury,

sexual or physical assaults, or resisting police officers. While the mayor appears forceful in her decrees, she is still welcoming refugees into Germany with open arms despite a strong resistance from the German population.

TIPTON cont. from front page Tipton spent close to 10 years as the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Dean of the Faculty at EC and has had 15 years of experience in academic leadership. She explains the impact Elmhurst College has had on her and that it will be sad to leave. “I am going to miss Elmhurst College students just as much as I will miss faculty and staff, especially those students who were and are my advisees from

my First Year Seminar, ‘The Relationship between People and Animals,’” she said. “I had great students in my class, and I still think of them as my advisees, even if they have moved on to other advisors.” Tipton and Hall have worked together in the past and Tipton explained that she was “very happy that [Hall] had been chosen as the interim Dean. She is going to do a wonderful job.”

Photo by Sarah Astra Tipton’s office, in Goebel Hall, is where she has spent the past 10 years as Dean of the Faculty at EC.

Gianfranco Ocampo news editor Ditzler explained in a phone interview that the college students, both residential and commuters, would benefit from new fountains. “We would be putting them in all of the residence halls so all of the residential students will benefit from having an easier way to fill their bottles,” she said. “In the library it will obviously benefit from residential and commuter students broadening our impact.” The idea of replacing the fountains in Irion Hall was in response to a survey they sent out to the campus. It should also be noted that many of the representatives in SGA believe Irion’s fountains are in poor condition. “The water in Irion is completely undrinkable and the professors tell students not to drink the water,” said Bellino. “Obviously the singers and musicians need to re-hydrate, and it’s ridiculous to ask a bunch of students to walk all the way to Frick to get more water when they should have access to it in

SGA cont. from front page their own building,” Ditzler said. “It’s fairly easy on our part to allocate the money to facilities and it would impact a lot of students.” Despite not having had enough members to vote on the issue the process has met other hitches that have prevented the motion from moving forward. Ditzler reports to have told SGA about the proposal on October. Two votes on both Dec. 11 and Jan. 12 were to take place on approving the motion but both were delayed. Alex Romano, a representative of SGA, said in an email interview that he had objected to a vote being taken on Dec. 11. “It was delayed because I made a motion to delay it as I felt like we didn’t have enough time to review and discuss the survey as a whole.” Romano opposes the motion to use money from the rollover budget for this move. “I think it’s too much money for something that the school doesn’t really need, at least in the abundance that is being suggested,” he said.

Photo by Sarah Astra These water fountains, located in West Hall, are some of the ones that will be replaced if SGA obtains more representatives.

The Jan. 12 meeting was changed to an email vote due to the insufficient amount of students needed to assemble a quorum.

This vote was also postponed as the result of not enough members being able to vote on postponing resulting in no vote taking place again.

“I don’t think we’re going to be voting on the water bottle situation or any of the bigger issues until we can fill more spots on the board,” Bellino said.

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Democratic debate shows low viewership Faiza Ikram staff writer

On Jan. 17, NBC and YouTube co-hosted the fourth Democratic presidential primary debate. But most likely you probably didn’t hear about it, let alone watched the debate. The Democratic debate was on the same day as the NFL playoffs, when viewers are less likely to tune in. The Democratic National Convention(DNC) has come under scrutiny for hosting their debates when voters are least likely to watch-causing some critics to say that the DNC is favoring the Democratic presidential front runner, Hillary Clinton. These critics include Clinton’s opponents. Former Maryland governor Martin O’ Malley told the New York Times that the DNC scheduled the debates “out of a false sense that they have to circle the wagons around the inevitable front-runner.” The DNC chair, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, responded to the scrutiny by saying that the debate schedule was intended to increase exposure to the democratic candidates. “I did my best to make sure, along with my staff and along with our debate partners, to come up with a schedule that

we felt was going to ... maximize the opportunity for voters to see our candidates," she told CNN. But of the four debates held so far, three of the debates have been hosted on a weekend, one of which followed two NFL playoff games. The debate on Dec. 19 of last year was held during the holiday season, when most people are busy with shopping and holiday preparations. So, it’s difficult to see how the debates were scheduled in a way to ensure high viewer turnout. The scheduling of the democratic debates has negatively impacted the amount of viewers. Compared to the amount of viewers of republican debates, viewership of some of the past democratic debates have been low. Only 8.5 million people watched the Democratic debate on Saturday evening, Nov. 14, which is the smallest audience out of any presidential debate during the 2016 cycle, CNN reported. The Democratic debate on Sunday, Jan 17, was viewed by 10.2 million, higher than the viewership of the Nov. 14 debate, but still lower than the Republican debates, most of which are held on weeknights. In addition to the scheduling of debates, the DNC has also

Internet Photo The fourth democratic presidential debate feature O’Malley (left) Clinton (center) and Sanders (right).

been criticized for the number of debates it has sanctioned. Many, including Washington Post’s Callum Borchers, noted that the number of debates works in Clinton’s favor because the fewer the debates, the less likely the democratic front runner will be scrutinized, thus, keeping her high in the polls. In fact, in the 2008 presidential race, Hillary Clinton was the front runner, but President Barack Obama’s performance

during the debates caused him to overtake Clinton in the polls and ultimately win the nomination. This context is why many claim the DNC may be favoring Clinton when scheduling the debates and deciding the number of debates to sanction. After receiving much criticism, on Sunday, Jan 31, the DNC issued a statement agreeing to schedule more debates. Wasserman Schultz said on

Sunday that the party has approved Thursday's previously unsanctioned MSBC-hosted debate in New Hampshire. If Democratic candidates participate in unsanctioned debates by the party, they may be barred from future debates. “Our Democratic candidates have agreed in principle to having the DNC sanction and manage additional debates in our primary schedule, inclusive of New Hampshire this week,” she said in a statement.

CHIPOTLE cont. from front page

Internet Photo CEO of Chipotle, Steve Ells, assures customers that the company will install new measures to prevent future outbreaks.

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Thompson added that while the recent outbreaks have not affected his eating habits at

Chipotle much, they still carry a negative appeal. “It does make other restaurants look more appealing sometimes, especially right when the headlines came out about E. coli in Chipotle’s

food.” On the other hand, these outbreaks have given those who do not generally like Chipotle another reason to avoid it. Freshman Andrew Dufour

has never had Chipotle, and the recent outbreaks have strengthened his reasons not to. “I have never been to Chipotle. I know a lot of people love to eat there, but I don’t really see the appeal of it. I’m not a fan of any quick Mexican food places,” he said. Already not wanting to eat at Chipotle to begin with, the news just made my choice seem more solid than just the ‘I don’t like it’ response.” According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll from Dec. 2015, the same month where Chipotle CEO Steve Ells publicly apologized for the outbreaks of foodborne illnesses, only 23 percent of people who had heard about the outbreaks began to eat at Chipotle less, as compared to 62 percent of people who said they did not change their eating habits. It should also being noted that 3 percent said they were more likely to eat there. These outbreaks have detrimentally harmed the reputation of a restaurant chain that advertises clean and healthy eating. According to CNN Money, Chipotle’s stocks have fallen at least 35 percent and

its sales have gone down between 8 and 11 percent. The franchise is to undergo an investigation by the CDC. “It does make other restaurants look more appealing sometimes, especially right when the headlines came out about e. coli in chipotle’s food.“ -TJ Thompson, Freshman

Chipotle customers still reluctant to eat there can take solace in the efforts being made by Chipotle to ensure food safety. Ellis says that the company is taking any necessary steps to move on from the health fiasco. “We are committed to becoming known as the leader in food safety, just as we are known for using the very best ingredients in a fast food setting,” he said. “I’d like to take this opportunity to apologize on behalf of all of us at Chipotle, and to thank our loyal customers who have stood by us through this difficult time.”

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Beyond the Avery Salvage Yard Police misconduct and shady investigative techniques are at the center of the Netflix original “Making a Murderer.” Since its Dec. 18 release, nearly 500,000 people have signed the Change.org petition to free its subject, Steven Avery, from prison. Viewers have been captured by the events at the Avery Salvage Yard, and are responding with fervor. The documentary, directed and written by Laura Riccardi and Moira Demos, is focused on Avery and his conviction for allegedly murdering Teresa Halbach. Avery, famous for being exonerated in a previous rape charge after 18 years of false imprisonment, was cast aside from society and singled out by the police department in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. In regards to the Halbach case, the documentary aims to show evidence of police misconduct, such as planting evidence and gathering false testimony. The petition, as well as a vast majority of the dialogue, has been focused on the Avery family specifically. This narrow scope represents a misinterpretation of the point of the documentary. “Making a Murderer” isn’t just about the individuals affected by the Manitowoc County police department. This story represents a fragment of the overwhelming problems with the American justice system. In other words, this documentary is only the introduction for many people not previously engaged in discussions of social justice. It is essentially a gateway to a better understanding of the widespread injustices that are taking place across the nation at the hands of people we thought we could trust, namely police. But as a whole, the viewership doesn’t seem to be taking that next step. The problem is that broader issues of race and gender have been

grossly overlooked in response to this case, and it’s allowed people to care about Steven Avery without acknowledging those fighting these injustices on a daily basis. Namely, the struggles of people of color who have been attempting to garner widespread awareness of this very issue for years. White middle America is connecting with Steven Avery because suddenly they don’t feel secure in their whiteness. They see themselves as possible victims, and are trusting this single white narrative to guide their understanding. Unfortunately, it has allowed well-meaning people to view the Avery case as black and white, while ignoring what it means to be black or white in America today. This case and the people affected by its implications are not just living in Manitowoc County. Consider the murders of Eric Garner, Trayvon Martin, and Tamir Rice - all at the hands of police. Then there’s the raping of five black women by Officer Daniel Holtzclaw. And, in our own backyard, was the shooting of Laquan McDonald. The dashboard camera revealed discrepancies in the report by Officer Jason Van Dyke, who is now facing criminal charges for the murder of Laquan McDonald. Ask yourself, how does this narrative fit into Steven Avery’s case? Take your new found interest in the justice system and broaden your understanding. Instead of taking the information two directors spoon-fed you, use this opportunity to dig deeper into the overarching experiences within the justice system. You might be surprised to find that the Avery Salvage Yard isn’t the only place where the evidence doesn’t quite add up.

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Boycott hypocrisy

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I need to get something off my chest. You’re probably not a priest, or Usher, but I hope you can still swallow my confession – I ate Chickfil-A last month. That sauce. Those buns. I ate the whole meal, waffle fries and all. You see, this is a strike against my character because it makes me a hypocrite. I strongly disagree with the past actions of the company, and I don’t see their halfhearted apology as being reason enough to give them my hard earned money, even if it’s been a few years since their antigay conversion therapy “charity” was exposed. I actively oppose the destructive homophobic ideology of my own broader religious community, yet I gave homophobes money because they make a damn good sandwich. What we fail to realize is how our daily decisions can very practically change the world for the better. I typically would let this sort of lapse in judgment pass me by, chalking it up to a simple indulgence. Thanks to Jada Pinkett Smith and Spike Lee, however, I am choosing to remain conscious of what I support and why. Smith and Lee are both boycotting the 2016 Academy Awards in response to all white actors being nominated for the coveted golden statue. At this point, you might as well paint it white, but that’s beside the point. Social and political action is too often reserved for the radicals, like myself, who spend hours in the dead of

winter waving signs and chanting. When we think of world changers, we envision public speakers mobilizing hundreds of thousands through perfectly crafted rhetoric. What we fail to recognize is how our daily decisions can very practically change the world for the better. All you have to do is ditch the hypocrisy. At its simplest, a boycott is an intentional decision to not be a hypocrite. Similarly, investing time and money into causes or companies you are passionate about gives validity to your viewpoint. After all, in a capitalist economy your wallet speaks as loud as your voting ballot. Smith and Lee, among others, are resisting the systems that create inequality. They are not just speaking against racism in entertainment; they are distancing themselves from the medium in which those inequalities are doled out. It’s the ultimate example of the “walk the talk” philosophy. This boycott has already sparked worldwide discussions about the panel of old white men called the Academy. It has given a platform to various entertainers who experienced discrimination at the hands of the entertainment industry, spanning even further than screen actors and directors. After the Oscars, Smith and Lee won’t have to walk back down the red carpet holding their heads in shame because they attended an event celebrating whites-only talent. In other words, their shirts will be free of Chick-fil-A crumbs and their hearts won’t be stained by waffle fry grease. They’ll be entirely content, because they made a choice that changed the conversation. I know, I know. I just told you I’m a hypocrite. Which is why I’m not imploring you to change your ways, just letting you know that I’m changing mine. But hey, I’ll be cooking homemade chicken sandwiches during the Oscars – and the TV will be off. I’ve got room for one more world changer, only if you bring your own beer.

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The price of freedom plans on seizing will come in the form of wedding rings, family portraits, decorations, and medals. So pretty much anything with sentimental value and something an individual would definitely want to hold onto if they have just gone through some crazy shit. Alright, hold on. Most of these people don’t even have a home anymore. They left that behind in whatever horrible situation they left in their former countries. Now another government, one that they thought Sarah Astra would be a safe haven, turns editor-in-chief around and says, “Sure, you Your home is unsafe. can stay here. Just give me Tragedy has stricken your your shiny things.” Where’s the justice in country. You are forced to that? flee from your home, your life, everything you hold Besides, the seized dear. And now, the country goods are worth more you seek refuge in wants in sentimental than to take the only valuables economic value. you have left. Welcome to Denmark. The Liberal Party in As of last Tuesday, the Danish legislature Denmark says it will balance voted to pass the “Jewelry out because refugees Bill,” which gives the and citizens alike receive government authority to healthcare, education, seize refugee possessions language training, and more for tax purposes. for this expense. However, What the government something similar was

instituted in Germany and these aren’t always given. Besides, the seized goods are worth more in sentimental than economic value. Although Americans still aren’t inviting refugees over by the boatload, at least the country isn’t taxing them in the form of wedding rings and paintings of their potentially dead family. Rather than taking money and property from these refugees, who have been through enough already, they should be given jobs with a percentage of the wages dedicated to taxation, just like everyone else. That’s just one of many solutions that could be used for the refugee problem in Europe. If America does eventually try to integrate more refugees into society, then we’ve got some options rather than just taking their limited items. My only hope is that we approach it with more humanity than Denmark. The Danish Krone might be worth more than the human experience, but the US dollar bill isn’t. And we shouldn’t try to make it so.

an argument that has absolutely nothing to do with her, and certainly not the first time he has come after her publicly for her past as a stripper. What is it about her past as a sex worker that crawls underneath Kanye’s skin so much? Why does he have a problem with it now, but could overlook it during their two year relationship? Why does he reduce her worth to her sex work as if that is what makes her who she is? Whatever his reasons, it’s wrong. After all, Rose is an adult. What she chooses to do with her body is her business alone. The issue is it is more about how Rose violated traditional sexual behavior that was expected of her and selfentitled Yeezus decided he wasn’t okay with it. If only he were the only one. Slut-shaming is being labeled a “whore” or “slut” for sexual behavior in which a man would be praised. If a man and a woman exert the same amount of sexual activity, only one of them gets shamed. Do we see anyone criticizing and slut-shaming Channing Tatum for stripping before breaking out as a star actor? Of course not. Because of all the

backlash Rose has received over the years at the hands of West’s malicious comments and other similar acts of slutshaming, Rose organized Slut Walk on Oct. 3rd of last year. Thousands gathered in an inclusive space in Los Angeles to feel safe and accepted and stand up against slutshaming. But of course, she is still such a horrible person because she stripped to make a living. The dangers of slutshaming are more serious than some people realize. It degrades women to sexual objects that are only useful when men deem appropriate. This entitles men to dictate all sexual relations, and works to disempower women. This creates situations that lead to sexual assault and abuse. You might think West was just roasting someone, but he was actually creating a more dangerous world for all women. Before you become a follower of Yeezus and degrade a woman by name-calling, remember that she is a human being and she is worthy of respect, love, and care. No matter what work she is in or her sexual behavior, she is worthy. And she deserves better. We all do

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Zakiyah Toor staff writer

On Jan. 27, Kanye West publicly slut-shamed his ex. The reason? West changed the title of his new album from “Swish” to “Waves”, so Wiz Khalifa made various tweets poking fun at the rapper. West, with his predictable hotheaded temper, not only came for Wiz through vicious tweets, but for Amber Rose, a model and ex to them both, as well as their young son. Specifically, West tweeted, “4th you let a stripper trap you” during a numberedlist style rant that spanned many tweets. This is not the first time he has come for Rose based off

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“Making a Murderer,” the now famous Netflix docuseries, has captivated the nation, seemingly earning most television watchers an honorary law degree. While the case has technically been closed for ten years, the show brought a new light to the case that has sparked controversy and opened up law firms to reviewing the case. As it is, many shows have brought to light the issue of wrongful indictment in relation to our judicial system. As a result, this seems to be only the beginning of a much needed conversation between states and the government. With this in mind, the following report is filled with spoilers so if you have not yet watched the thrilling series, you have been warned. Avery, who has re-entered the national spotlight with the popularity of “Making a Murderer”, is currently serving life imprisonment without parole after conviction in the homicide case of photographer Teresa Halbach. In a press release marked Jan. 8, the law offices of local attorney Kathleen T. Zellner stated they have assumed full representation of Wisconsin resident Steven A. Avery. Zellner, since founding her firm in 1991, has obtained exoneration for 17 individuals wrongly convicted. A number of the exonerations came from the application of new DNA testing and evidence. The press release states that: “The Zellner Law Firm is looking forward to adding Avery to its long list of wrongful conviction exoneration.” Halbach was reported missing in Nov. 2005; she was known to have visited Avery’s Auto Salvage and two other sites on assignment the day her family lost contact with her. Her vehicle and remains were found on the Avery plot, and on Nov. 11 Avery was charged with Halbach’s murder. Avery had previously served 18 yeasr after being wrongfully convicted for a 1985 sexual assault in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. At the time of his arrest in 2005, Avery was pursuing a lawsuit against Manitowoc County, its former sheriff, Thomas Kocourek, and former district attorney, Denis Vogel, all of whom had participated in Avery’s 1985 sentencing and continued imprisonment from 1985 to 2003.

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It is the opinion of Avery that his arrest and conviction were the result of his lawsuit against the law enforcement and legal agents of Manitowoc County. Questions of evidence tampering have been raised against Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department officials involved in the the Halbach investigation. "I think it's time to at least open up the case again, honestly. After watching the entire show, I wouldn't say he's innocent, but there seems to be foul play," says EC senior Brittany Tamason. The Leader has reached out to the law offices of Zellner, but attempts to speak with Zellner were unsuccessful. Zellner will be assisted by legal director of the Midwest Innocence Project, Tricia Bushnell. According to their website, the Midwest Innocence Project, simply known as MIP, is “a notfor-profit corporation dedicated to the investigation, litigation, and exoneration of wrongfully convicted men and women in our five-state region [which normally includes] Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Iowa, and Nebraska.” In 2014, Kathleen Zellner was honored by Chicago Magazine as one of the “100 Most Powerful Chicagoans,” and as “Chicago Lawyer Person of the Year” by Chicago Law Magazine. She has previously been honored as one of the top 10 litigators in the United States by The National Law Journal.

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Fans mourn the death of a famous actor Jon Knitter beat editor

On Jan. 14, 2016, the world lost one of the best actors that has graced the stage and silver screen. Alan Rickman, 69, died of pancreatic cancer, surrounded by family. The late star is probably best known for his recent work as the infamous and sinister Severus Snape in the Harry Potter universe. However, his work spans in a variety of directions whether it be as other villains like Hans Gruber in “Die Hard” or uncertain lover, Harry, in “Love Actually”. Rickman, however, got his start on the stage where he was a part of the Royal Shakespeare Company and performed often in his early years. Interestingly enough, Rickman was off to a late start in his acting career. He attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) at the age of 28 after early successes with a graphic design company that he started up with several friends from university. Post-graduation, Rickman took advantage of the opportunities that he received with the Royal Shakespeare Company, starring in shows like As You Like It. With such a successful ca-

reer came an outpouring of love for the actor who touched the lives of some of the most famous people in the industry. On his twitter page, Sir Ian McKellen stated: “There is so much that is matchless to remember about Alan Rickman. His career was at the highest level, as actor on stage and screen and as director ditto,” he wrote. “His last bequest of his film ‘A Little Chaos’, and his indelible performance as Louis XIV, should now reach the wider audience they deserve.” Daniel Radcliffe, who famously played Harry Potter himself, penned an essay on his actor and friend. “He was so encouraging of me both on set and in the years post-Potter,” writes the 26-year-old star. “I’m pretty sure he came and saw everything I ever did on stage both in London and New York. He didn’t have to do that.” Those are just two writings out of many that flooded the internet after word of his passing. For younger fans of Rickman, who knew him from Harry Potter, J.K. Rowling shared a tidbit that Rickman promised to never share. Famously, Rickman was told an important piece about his Potter character before it was revealed in the books.

However, he would not share that information to anyone. However, when a fan asked the best-selling author on Twitter what that piece of information was, Rowling responded: “I told Alan what lies behind the word ‘always’.” For the few people unfamiliar, this was how Snape explained why he did what he did for Harry; How he always loved Harry’s mother. Elmhurst College has also felt the pain that was caused by his death.

“I was really shocked. And a little devastated,” said senior Tinu Sonuga. “I had watched several movies with him in it besides Harry Potter and was part of my childhood. Very sad to see him go.” Days before, the world also lost another legend. David Bowie died on Jan. 10, 2016. The English singer and songwriter was similarly known differently by fans of varying ages. At 69, both Rickman and Bowie passed away due to cancer, with Bowie passing

due to liver cancer. After the loss of both legends in a week’s time, social media erupted in respect for both celebrities. As English artists who changed the art medium for the better, both men shared a lot in common. What Rickman and Bowie also have in common is how much the world has and will continue to love them. Always.

Internet photo Alan Rickman (pictured above) as Severus Snape, arguably one of his best known works which spanned from 2001-2011. He passed away on Jan. 14.

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A high quality horror film is one of the most coveted gems of the big screen. The right balance of gore, story line, and suspense is needed to create the perfect scare. This January, Hollywood brought us two horror movies, “The Forest” and “The Boy,” to kick off the new year. Let’s hope this trend doesn’t continue and we aren’t stuck choosing between movies called “The Chair” and “The Table”. The lack of creativity in the titles alone may be a deterrent for some viewers, and only one of the films pushes past the initial skepticism. “The Boy”, from director William Brent Bell, proved to be a

pleasant surprise. Greta Evans (Lauren Cohan) is a young nanny who travels abroad to escape her tumultuous past relationship. What she finds is a seemingly lifeless doll named Brahms, and a family with secrets she never fully digs up. With the help of the attractive grocery boy Malcolm (Rupert Evans), Greta tries her best to keep her cool in a seriously creepy situation. The structure of the film relies on a few clichés, such as the dream-sequence, and is based on a plot that at times feels too strange to fully stomach. However, Cohan brings a great deal of believability to the role, which allowed me to fully immerse myself in her mysterious, albeit unrealistic, predicament. The end of the

Internet photo The first film, “The Boy”, surprised in a positive way and is a scary movie when you look at the eyes of the above character.

film is an extremely unexpected plot twist that will force viewers to reevaluate their entire perception of the film. Although many critics have scoffed at the ending, I found it to be the most compelling aspect of the film. It certainly doesn’t fit into the general horror movie framework, and that is why it felt like the best possible conclusion. I found myself feeling paranoid for the rest of the night after leaving the theater, questioning my actual surroundings. To me, that is what is makes a good horror movie. It left an impact on my psyche. It wasn’t the greatest I have ever seen, but it was definitely worth the cash I forked over at the box office. “The Forest,” however, is barely worth this review. The story itself sounds compelling - a young woman (Natalie Dormer) is searching for her twin sister (also Natalie Dormer) in the infamous Japanese Suicide Forest, left to fend off the psychological torment of such a tragic locale. Unfortunately, it comes across as a cliché attempt at exploiting a culturally important place. The only frightening aspects of the film are found in predictable jump-scares, complete with drastic music changes that warn the viewer you might be jumping soon. The rest of the mystery is based in the overused and uncomfortable idea that a white

person in Japan must be very scary. Oh no, not the foreigners! There are actual Japanese school girls in this film who speak in borderline comical broken English, let’s just keep it at that. For the sake of transparency, I admit that I missed parts of the film because I was covering my face with my jacket to muffle my audible laughter as Dormer stumbled around the screen screaming at the Abercrombie and Fitch Model, Rob (Eoin Macken), just to ask him for help mo-

ments later. “The Forest” is not scary, creative, or well-executed. If anything, it is an insult to the genre and a waste of a highly important setting. While “The Boy” brought a heavy amount of suspense and post-viewing anxiety, there is still plenty of time for Hollywood to really scare horror fans. From “10 Cloverfield Lane” to “The Witch,” yes, another “The” name,, the next few months hold more opportunities for blood, guts, and good old-fashioned fear.

Internet photo The Forest disappointed greatly although it starred Natalie Dormer (pictured above) from the hit show, “Game of Thrones.”

The formula to a good college ranking counselors to see what the overall worth of a school actually is. These professionals have their own set of data and criteria that make their decisions on what schools are best, skewing results based on past figures, rankings, and educational variability. Student selectivity makes up 12.5 percent of the formula. This number is separated into several categories based on ACT/SAT scores, high school student ranking, and the admittance percentage of students. With about a 68 percent acceptance rate, Elmhurst College ranks similarly to many large state schools in the Midwest. Elmhurst College proudly announced that its rankings are not only fantastic, but they went up from previous years. However, it is important to note that schools sometimes deliver less or more data each Advertisement year which skews the individAre you majoring in Accounting, Finance, or Economics and ual results, leading to changes looking for opportunities to network with professionals and in the ranks. Parents, students, peers? How about looking for discussion forums related to and faculty should take positive and negative movement in professional and current events, or information about the rankings very lightly. current internship and job opportunities in your field? The effectiveness of a system If so, you are in luck! Join the new business club on that changes year to year is campus: Accounting, Finance, and Economics (AFE)! meaningless when “academic reputation” could make up 15 For more information, email elmhurstafe@gmail.com and/or percent of the formula one year join us on Facebook (EC Accounting, Finance, and and only 2 percent the next. As Economics Club)! We look forward to hearing from you! they attempt to indicate the results in the most credible way, jon Knitter beat editor Some colleges and universities easily share their “college rankings” with eccentric excitement that they are of the highest caliber, breaking the Top Ten in academics or even “Hottest Students”. With so many resources that expedite the research process these sites can become overwhelming for the high school or even college senior who looks to receive bragging rights for a single number that their school has achieved. Elmhurst College proudly touts a “Top Ten Regional College in the Midwest” according to the US News & World Report’s rankings. But what exactly does that even mean? “Year after year, our high rankings in U.S. News and other college rankings confirm the

strength and success of our commitment to students—to putting them first and helping them to reach their potential,” said Elmhurst College Interim President Larry Braskamp. Frankly though, like most ranking systems, it depends. In that same list, the top ten includes: Drake University, Bradley University, Butler University, and Creighton University. It cannot be denied that this is a great list to be in, but understanding how US News and other rankings sites create these lists is extremely important. All the information on this formula comes from their website and from educational scholars. Almost a quarter of the formula involves “academic reputation”. This means that US News surveys and assesses school presidents, deans of admissions, and high school

the numbers will change and should be taken less seriously. US News and other rankings sites could exacerbate an endless cycle of tuition increases. However, it seems obvious: As a school’s rankings increase based on tuition and resources, that school must increase those numbers in order to stay or improve in the annual results published each fall. As this occurs, tuition increases and US News slaps an even high ranking and tuition cost on the laps of the students who can now brag to students who go to a “lesser” school than

theirs. What all of this means is that students will choose their schools for multiple reasons, but focusing too much on these results can create unnecessary drama in an already dog-eatdog world. Ignore the prestige and focus on the experience. College leaders will always tout the results though and even they will sometimes say something meaningful.

Internet photo U.S. News annually ranks the “best of’s” between high schools, colleges, and the like with the above stamp to mark its rankings.

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Force awakened in fans and non-fans alike Taylor lutz new fan/staff writer

With Star Wars taking over the entertainment industry and all other forms of media entering 2016, fans and nonfans alike have joined together to enjoy the cultural phenomenon. Taylor Lutz is a brand new fan while Corinne Demyanovich has been a fan since birth. Most likely, you have already seen the movie. Whether or not you side with the dark side, light side, massive nerddom, or casual viewer, these two reviews show both sides of the coin between EC students who are lifetime fans and students who have just started journeying into a galaxy far, far away. Hopefully it gives a better

perspective on two sides of the highest grossing film of all time. Before “The Force Awakens,” I had never watched a Star Wars movie in my life. I thought the whole franchise was overrated and couldn’t understand why so many people were so into it. When the trumpets and fanfare sounded at the announcement of a new movie, I wasn’t among those celebrating, but my friends’ excitement and the film’s overwhelmingly positive reviews got me thinking that maybe it was time to give Star Wars a try. With no knowledge of the previous films aside from the names of the most important characters and a basic grasp of the main storyline, “The Force Awakens” drew me in and took me on a fantastic ride

that I had no problem understanding. There was a pleasantly surprising amount of humor, awesome visual effects that didn’t rely on CGI for everything, a great cast of diverse characters, and the cutest little droid I’ve ever seen. Seriously, BB-8 is adorable. After hearing from past fans that CGI did some damage to the prequel films, it was nice to see how well those tools could be utilized in a proper way. The movie had emotional and dramatic moments but wasn’t bogged down by them- it kept a quick pace and never seemed to take itself too seriously, which made it even more enjoyable to watch. Like I said, I’d never seen a Star Wars movie before this one, but I could tell that there

were plenty of nods to the previous films. The cheesy transitions between scenes were there, old characters made appearances, and the main Star Wars theme played whenever you glanced at an object that should have been recognizable. It must have been great for long-time fans, because I didn’t even have a personal connection to any of it and I felt nostalgic. I think what I liked most about “The Force Awakens” was that, for someone brand new to Star Wars, it felt welcoming. It didn’t feel like I was being dropped into a story partway through, it wasn’t packed full of detailed references to past films, and you didn’t need to be some kind of Star Wars trivia master to find the jokes

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Star wars, featuring the entire cast pictured above, has become such a success that it is now the highest grossing film of all time.

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Hearing and seeing that familiar Star Wars opening crawl brought back the memories of childhood lightsaber fights with my dad, building Star Wars LEGOs, and getting out of school early in fifth grade to see “Revenge of the

Sith”. Nostalgia struck me, and the rest of the audience, with the classic opening notes of John Williams’ score. Everyone cheered and clapped when the film began, and did so every time an OT (original trilogy) character appeared, or something super Star Wars-y happened.

The crowd was great and I definitely felt their energy when the glittery Lucasfilm logo appeared on the big screen. I was counting down the days to “Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens” since day 35. Each time I crossed off a day, I got more excited to see

the film. Doing that everyday made me that much more excited to finally be able to reach Dec. 17. It was completely worth the hype I ,and the rest of the world, built up around it. I couldn’t have been more energized and excited going into that theater, and I was not let down.

“I was counting down the days to ‘Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens’ since day 35.”

Internet photo BB8, the newest droid to join the cast, has stolen the hearts of fans new and old as he rolls around in a refreshing way that still brings back the nostalgia of the originals.

funny. It also didn’t throw down a serious, heavy storyline right off the bat-it was honestly a pretty lighthearted movie overall, and that was a good place to start. By the time I left the theater, a force had definitely been awakened. I was ready to throw myself completely into the Star Wars universe and make up for all the time I had lost not being a fan. I almost went out and bought a light saber that same night, just because the movie had me so psyched up. I’m super excited for the next one, and here’s where I’m lucky: my journey has just begun, so while everyone else has to sit around waiting for Episode VIII, I have the entire world of Star Wars to go out and discover!

“‘The Force Awakens’ renewed my love for Star Wars. I watched the OT in the days leading up to Dec. 17, furthering my excitement for a new Star Wars film.” Upon finally seeing it, I was happily surprised to see a Star Wars film that felt like originals. I didn’t expect that because I didn’t think it could happen. But J.J. Abrams delivered on a film true to George Lucas’ intent. My favorite part of the film was the realness of it. After the CGI mess of the prequels, it was refreshing to

see so many practical effects that the actors actually reacted to. It added to the authenticity of the film, and reminded me of the OT aesthetic. This might not sound critical enough, but I cannot pinpoint my least favorite part of the film. I just don’t have one. Maybe when I see it for a second and third time, which I already have planned, I can be more critical. Since I had been waiting for the new Star Wars film for over two years, I didn’t expect to have a clear head going in. Now 24 hours after seeing “The Force Awakens,” I’m telling everyone I come in contact with how amazing the film is. I’m on a Star Wars high and it feels even better than the feeling of reaching the end of the semester. Though, the worst part about seeing the film is that I’m dying to know what will happen in Episode VIII. 524 days, guys!

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Continued from pg. 16 With a three-point shot range at 50 percent for the Bluejays, multiple members of the team scored the difficult shots such as Pat Coleman, Peyton Wyatt and Kyle Wuest. With the first win in a twogame loss streak, the Bluejays finished up the first half of the game leading with a score of 3825 and a shot percentage of 58.9 from the floor. Senior and guard Wuest made a quick play after a missed shot by a teammate and tipped the

ball into the net, bringing the team ahead by two more points. Rebounding was especially on point at this game, with the Bluejays outdoing Millikin by a score of 39-21. They also scored 14 points off of turnovers and 34 points in the paint. While EC had a slow start on some of their previous games, they pulled through in the end with a 29 point victory against the Big Blue. Center Kenny Payonk, an EC senior, scored 16 points in the game, the highest he has scored in his career. The home game continued the Bluejays’ streak of high-scoring games, such as the

one on Jan. 20 where the final score was an EC winning of 9188. This game solidified their conference record, 7-2, in the 2015-2016 season as well as their overall record at 17-3. In the Bluejays’ season, one of the most memorable games was the away game in Storm Lake, Iowa against the Buena Vista basketball team. This game ended in a 125-115 win for the Bluejays, the highest scoring game in the season yet. The Bluejays look forward to their next home game in Faganel Hall on Wed, Feb. 3 against Carthage College.

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Men’s Basketball The Elmhurst College men’s basketball team continued their 13 game winning streak with a 91-88 win in overtime against North Park University. As of Jan. 20, the Bluejays were ranked No. 2 in the latest D3hoops. com poll. The heated contest featured 12 lead changes and seven ties. EC led by seven points in the opening half and had a 44-40 lead at the half. Senior Brandon Schwebke hit a three-pointer, while the Bluejays had their biggest lead of 66-57 after a jumper by senior Kenny Payonk with nine minutes left in the game. With 1:13 remaining in the game, senior Will Nixon was fouled on a three-point rebound and scored both free throws to pull Elmhurst within two points. Senior Erik Crittenden hit a 10-foot jumper from the baseline and tied the score at 79-79 with eight seconds left. In extra period play, the Bluejays quickly gained the lead with a layup by Crittenden. Leading by one, Crittenden continued to forge the lead as he converted a three-point play to give Elmhurst an 88-84 lead. In the final 17 seconds, Senior Eric Leonard hit three free throws to give Elmhurst a six-point lead. The Bluejays’ lead was cut to three as North Park hit a three-pointer at the buzzer. Four Buejays scored in the double-digit range with Crittenden leading the team with 19 points. Led by the seniors Bryant Ack-

erman added 12 points, Nixon and Kyle Wuest both collected 11 points, Pat Coleman added nine points, and Schwebke totaled eight points. All 10 Bluejays on the floor scored points in the game. Elmhurst shot 49.2 percent (32-of65) from the field, but struggled from long range with 28 percent (7-of-25) free throws. The Bluejays’ bench outscored North Park by 29-18. With this win, Elmhurst remains unbeaten in CCIW play. The Bluejays’ record now stands at 6-0 for the first time since the 2000-01 season. The Bluejays traveled to No. 25 ranked North Central College on Jan. 23.

Women’s Basketball The Elmhurst women’s basketball team scored its second straight victory with a 61-55 win over North Park University on Jan. 20. 11 of the lady Bluejays scored during the game against one of the top CCIW teams. Four of the lady Bluejays scored eight points, while sophomores Mikaela Eppart and Kaela Jones shot for 12 and 11 points respectively. Early in the game, Elmhurst scored with solid free throw shooting from the field. Lisa Logan scored the first basket with 3:39 remaining in the first quarter to tie the score at seven. During the final five minutes of the second quarter, four lady Bluejays combined for 16 points on 7-9 shooting. Elmhurst forced seven turnovers, while senior Claire Monroe scored a layup at the buzzer to give Elmhurst a four-point lead.

In the second half, Elmhurst opened with a ten-point lead on an Eppard layup. Elmhurst led by double digits in the fourth quarter until North Park pushed for a comeback. In the final minutes, Elmhurst had three offensive rebounds, two by Senior Katie Swanson and one by Eppard. Swanson sealed the win by knocking down two free throws. Elmhurst shot 43 percent from the field and 72 percent from the free throw line. Eppard led the Bluejays with six rebounds, three steals, and two assists. Hoping to continue their winning streak, the Lady Bluejays traveled to North Central College on Jan. 23 for their next game.

Men’s Track and Field In the opening meet of the indoor 2016 season on Saturday, Jan. 30, the Elmhurst men’s track and field team

placed fifth at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside Green and White Invitational. The men’s team totaled 54 points to take fifth place out of eight teams. Senior Andrew Debolt took first place in the 800 meters with a time of 1:55.47, which was the fastest time in Division III this season. Freshman Jeff Abbott finished in first place in the 600 meters with a time of 1:29.27, four seconds ahead of the next runner. Sophomore Nick Schulberg placed sixth in the 800 meters with a time of 2:20.5 while freshman Nick DeLuca finished eighth with a time of 2:24.82. Together they combined for four additional points in the 800-meter race. Senior Jacob Wilson with a time of 1:38.57, placed fifth in the 600 meters also adding four points. Freshman Joe Rivas totaled four team points with a time of 4:49.86 in

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It’s a normal Saturday evening and the basketball game is in full swing. The Bluejays shoot basket after basket, making more than half of them in a game. The stands are close to full, changing the pace from weekdays where the stands are almost empty. However, students are sparse, secluded to a small section on the far side of the court. The majority of the crowd on the Elmhurst College side consists of parents and family members of the players. Out of eight games in 2015, Elmhurst College averaged roughly 740 people in attendance in home games as opposed to Augustana,which boasts an average of 1460 per game, according to the CCIW website. Elmhurst College RA Kelly Winter gives her own reason for why there are not as many students at the basketball games. “It’s not really encouraged by anyone in the administration or EC community,” she said during halftime. “When I was in high school, it would be a whole thing. Everyone would get together and wear black for a blackout game or maybe do cheers during the game. The EC games don’t feel the same.” Winter was attending the game to support a friend who was on the dance team, which was performing during halftime, and had not been

to any EC basketball games in the past, expressing that she is not normally a sports fan. Students have their own reasons for attending and not attending the games, like in the case of sophomore Will O’Connell, who even follows the team to certain away games to watch them play. “They are still a top 10 team so I want to watch them,” he said in an interview before the game. “I just like to watch the team and will go as far as Wheaton or North Central College.” Senior Brooke Murphy shares a similar attitude to O’Connell. “We have friends on the team and we live in the same building as a lot of them so we want to support them,” she said at the game. Similarly to O’Connell, she is willing to travel to watch the team at away games. “As long as it’s not more than 20 minutes away, we’ll go to see them play.” In the 2014-2015 season, CCIW, the conference that EC is a part of, was named the second highest in attendance at men’s basketball games. Elmhurst College is advertising a men’s basketball game on Wed, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. at Faganel Hall in which free popcorn, soda, and a shirt will be given to those who attend, according to an email from an EC coach. These kinds of games bring in more student attendance due to the promise of food.

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the mile run and captured fifth place. Sophomore Scott Blaszak, junior William O’Connell, and freshman Juan Castaneda combined for 15 points in the 3,000 meters. Blaszak finished in second place with a time of 9:33.01, O’Connell’s time was 10:09.56 for a fifth place finish and four team points, while Castaneda finished in sixth place with a time of 10:10.85. An additional two points were scored by sophomore Eric Chaidez in the mile run by placing eighth with a time of 5:23.32 and Jimmy Kolb who placed eighth in the 300 meters with a time of 41.07. The Bluejays’ 4x400 relay squad gave the team its final five points with a time of 4:01.69 and a fifth place finish. The next meet will be on Saturday, Feb. 6 at the University of Chicago.

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The Elmhurst College menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team won out against Millikin University on Saturday, Jan. 31, with a final score of 85-56. The Bluejays were ahead of Millikin for the majority of the game and kept their lead until the end with a 29 point win. Guard Kyle Wuest scores over the Millikin defensive player, finishing the game as one of the highest scorers on the Bluejaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; side.

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