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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Dear reader,
toward The Leader as we come back to print.
First and foremost, welcome to campus. Whether it’s your first time on campus or you’re a returning Bluejay, I want to welcome you back to Elmhurst University.
The Leader is always welcoming new writers, photographers, social media managers, graphic designers, and so much more. If you are interested, join us at our first meeting on Aug. 31, in Old Main 107 during protected hour. We are continuing to follow mask protocols at The Leader regardless of vaccination status, so if you choose to attend, please wear a mask.
For the past year and a half our talented team of writers and editors have been working remotely to put out issue after issue of The Leader for your consumption. This year is no different, and we are excited to announce The Leader will be back in print form for the first time since March 2020. Our current team of writers and editors have been working all summer to put together this amazing orientation issue for you. I cannot thank them enough for their commitment and hard work
If you have any questions about joining The Leader, email me at gmont0454@365.elmhurst.edu. Have a nice read,
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The decision to enforce vaccinations comes after prolonged discussion and research on the vaccination and CDC guidelines, according to a follow-up email sent out by the COVID-19 Task Force on June 3.
The COVID-19 Task Force announce revised COVID-19 guidelines for the upcoming school year as the Delta variant rises throughout the U.S., instating a mask mandate for all members of the Elmhurst University community on Aug. 13. Masks are now required to be worn in all campus buildings, regardless of vaccination status, with the exception of dorm rooms, workspaces, offices, or professors teaching in classrooms. Alongside masks, EU is requiring students, staff, and faculty to be vaccinated in order to return to campus. “This requirement applies to both undergraduate and graduate students who are planning to attend in-person classes and other University programs and activities on campus,” said VanAken PAGE 01
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THE EVER-WIDENING HISTORY OF ELMHURST UNIVERSITY Gianna Montesano Editor-in-Chief
REVISED COVID-19 MASK REGULATIONS HIT INBOXES AHEAD OF 2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR
“This decision was taken seriously, debated at various levels of the University, and ultimately reached after much research and consideration,” stated the COVID-19 Task Force and supported by the Academic Working Group, Faculty Council, Student Government Association Executive Board and Staff Council.” The mask regulation will be in place for at least the first two weeks of the semester, before the Task Force reconsiders the masking strategy in accordance with government and health agency guidelines.
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In 1871, Jennie and Thomas Barbour Bryan provided land to the German Evangelical synod of the Northwest with the promise to create a school to prepare young men for theology seminars at the Elmhurst Proseminary. Elmhurst Proseminary’s first class consisted of 14 young men who were studying music, English, history, mathematics, science, geography, Latin, Greek, and religion. 150 years later, Elmhurst Proseminary has evolved into Elmhurst University. 1924 In 1924, Elmhurst Proseminary officially adopted the name “Elmhurst College” and began conferring Bachelor of Arts degrees to their male students. As the college’s first president, Niebuhr created laboratories, expanded the library holdings, and strengthened the curriculum. 1930 1930 marked the official integration and enrollment of female students at the college.
gee Committee, a campus organization, and President Timothy Lehmann worked together to pave the way for these students to attend. This action was met with local opposition from some Elmhurst residents and The Elmhurst Press, which ran an editorial against the Japanese-American students at the college. 1966 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke at Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel to address the racial desegregation of city and suburban neighborhoods in the surrounding Chicagoland area. 1971 Dedicated in December 1971, the A.C. Buehler Library opened on campus, holding over 220,000 volumes and art collection from the Chicago Imagists. 1998 The college expanded its academic offerings beyond bachelor’s degrees and began its graduate studies program. 2020
1943-44 The college admitted four new students from California who were sent to Japanese relocation camps during World War II. The Student Refu-
On July 1, Elmhurst College officially changed its name to “Elmhurst University,” one year before the institution’s 150 year anniversary in 2021.
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Elmhurst University’s Student Government Association (SGA) is rebounding with in-person and online events scheduled for the fall semester after a school year plagued by COVID-19. “The main mission that exec[utive] and all of us have been talking about is reaching out to different organizations and really getting them to feel confident, and get back to their route of planning and executing plans and in-person stuff,” said SGA President Hiba Anees. SGA is working on events such as an ice cream social (which is still being speculated) and a commuter basket giveaway to take place during Welcome Week. “We’re also planning our commuter appreciation week basket giveaway as well in those weeks of welcome. So those are a couple we’re starting off the semester with, as well as [student involvement] fair, and we’re just gonna be a part of orientation and things like that,” said Anees. SGA has been speculating on an idea for “Feel Good Fridays,” or “Feedback Fridays.” On these days, SGA would have a table set up to hear feedback from students. “We’ve all been thinking about this thing called ‘Feel Good Fridays,’ where SGA will have a table, get some feedback from students; hear what you guys want, what the student body wants, what the organizations need, just to start off and feeling comfortable and feeling good with the semester,” said Anees. SGA will also be holding elections for open senator positions for the fall semester. The open positions include: Senator for Information Technology, Senator for Residents, Senator for Alumni Affairs, Senator for Academic Affairs, Senator for Community Services, Senator for Student Affairs, and Senator for Sustainability. SGA will be holding their regular meetings from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays. These meetings are open to students, and include a time for questions and comments. 08/24
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ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO GROUP FUN IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA
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News Editor The Chicagoland area has an overwhelming amount of hang-out or date destinations, but for Elmhurst University students new to the area, figuring out where to make memories can require proper guidance. Here are a few options for memory making destinations. Chicago Wolves game Making the 20 minute drive north on I-294 from EU to the Allstate Arena can be an easy way to Top Golf. Top Golf is a driving range where you can put iron to the ball and try to show-off your golfing skills to that first date or your new band of freshman buddies. The cost for a group of six or less is $50 on Friday nights, which if you get a whole group of six, adds up to roughly eight dollars per-person. Top Golf also has your typical grill food, as well as appetizers to share with your group or date.
Last, but certainly not the least, is Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg — a quick 18 minute drive north on I-290. Woodfield Mall is an ideal location for EU students, especially since there is no cover charge to get in. The mall is home to sentimental favorites such as Legoland, as well as ample places to dine, like the Cheesecake Factory, and an ice cream shop that serves ice cream between two warm cookies.
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EU has their own calendar of events page. The page provides events that will take place on campus and will mainly be open invites for the whole school. It is important to note that all events for clubs are open to every student, invites are not solely open for members of that club.
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Once you log into Bluejay Life, you have access to your memberships on the home page, upcoming events in the events tab, and the list of over 105 clubs and organizations. Your options for involvement range from pre-professional, honors societies, sororities and fraternities, intramural sports, and multicultural organizations. Each individual page of a club will give you access to the club’s mission statement, the officers or those who are in charge of the club, including the faculty adviser, president, vice president, and the rest of the exec team.
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For our newbies out there, access your student portal by logging in with your eNumber and password to your account. On the home page, you will see a slew of applications to choose from.
Bluejay Life is a way to have access to registration for all the organizations we have on campus, track your involvement throughout the year, view a calendar with a full list of events and more.
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The second app from the left, on the top row, Bluejay Life, will be your best friend throughout this process of exploring different clubs.
While the Chicagoland area has plenty of hangout spots for EU students, these four options can become memory-makers for students hoping to make their time at EU special.
Looking for a relaxed and unique first date spot? The Elmhurst Art Museum, which is a short five
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Whether you are a resident or a commuter, Elmhurst University gives you the opportunity to be as involved as you want through clubs and organizations, community service, and more. minute walk east of campus, is the perfect spot. The museum holds one of a kind art — perfect for those who enjoy seeing new brush strokes on canvas. This museum is certainly not just its artwork; it is also currently a nine hole mini-golf course, where each hole has been created by artists. The set-up is unlike most mini-golf courses, with one hole being a quick straight line through a narrow hall, while another requires players to use their putter like a pool cue. A unique experience that is right in Elmhurst.
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Often the club’s contact information will be on there for you to reach out to each president of the club. You can also view the unique constitution and bylaws of each club, which are
“EU IS ALWAYS OPEN TO MORE CLUBS AND CHAPTERS.” EU has virtual resources, but also hosts in-person events for you to reach out to other members of the club. The first upcoming student activity is the student involvement fair, which showcases different clubs and activities. This takes place on Thursday, Sept. 2, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the University Mall. Another physical resource on campus is the Office of Student Involvement (OSI), located in the Frick Center behind the front desk. Their job is to stay on top of everything going on around campus.
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ternities to choose from, with prospective expansion plans down the road to of fer more diversity. EU is always open to more clubs and chapters. If there is not a club that you’re interested in, you are always able to create your own with the help of one adviser or faculty member and the OSI. Other ways to get involved include community service opportunities, spiritual life, and intercultural life. For our community service opportunities, you can look to the urban immersion program, which includes weekend service projects or volunteer work at a local church. If you are interested in service learning, you can partner with a list of community partners found on EU’s website. There are plenty of opportunities to choose from on campus. As we like to say, we are a small school with big opportunities, and plenty of ways to get involved.
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Every week, the OSI will also send out a newsletter containing a list of events to look forward to for that week. The newsletter will specify the time of the event, when the event will take place and who will be hosting that event.
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have to bring true equity and racial justice into American society, which we can do,” said Biden at the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act.
Staff Writer On June 17, President Joe Biden signed a bill recognizing Juneteenth, the final day of chattel slavery in the United States, as an official federal holiday. June 19, 1865 (Juneteenth) marks the day when U.S. soldiers marched to Galveston, Texas, to ensure the freedom of the last of its slaves. This happened two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Biden sympathized with African-Americans at the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act briefing, held in the East Room of the White House. “We must understand that Juneteenth represents not only the commemoration of the end of slavery in America more than 150 years ago, but the ongoing work to
Juneteenth, for many, marks the start of change in the U.S. and its relationship with African-Americans. However, for others it only serves to alleviate its dark history with Black people, not to remedy it. “The fact that legislation caught up with it was great news to hear but not anything that made me want to do cartwheels and backflips,” said Norma Gray, NAACP Rock Hill president, in a statement to WBTV. Some social commentators have remained cynical and have called Juneteenth being recognized as a federal holiday a “performative” stunt. “All too often, these announcements, like the new national holiday, remain performative lip service that fails to materialize into substantive progress,” said marketing strategist Janelle James of Newsweek on their blogsite.
Biden acknowledged that honoring Juneteenth is only one step toward equality. “It’s not — simply not enough just to commemorate Juneteenth. After all, the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans didn’t mark the end of America’s work to deliver on the promise of equality; it only marked the beginning,” explained Biden at the briefing.
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Whereas most public speakers believe Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday is not enough, conservative outlets believe it is to cause division. “This is about replacing July 4th,” said conservative activist Charlie Kirk in a tweet. “Just like the 1619 Project is about replacing 1776. Conservatives must reject this.” Kirk’s peers in the conservative field were quick to correct his statements on the bill. “But the problem with the 1619 Project is that it effectively and a historically makes slavery America’s founding mission rather than its greatest sin,” said W. James Antle III in an article with TheWeek.com. “A celebration of emancipation in fulfillment of our 1776 founding principles does the opposite.”
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THE MAN, THE MYTH, THE MINI GOLFER: THE LEADER’S DAY WITH PRESIDENT TROY VANAKEN Gianna Montesano Editor-in-Chief President Troy VanAken obliterated The Leader editors at mini golf on the Leader’s annual “day with the president” on Aug. 18. The group reflected on the past year over lunch at Pazzi di Pizza. VanAken opened up to the Leader, revealing details about his surprising music selection and family ties to the music industry.
Subsequently, he revealed one of his family members is a music producer and has worked with big name artists like Kygo in the past, but VanAken says he is not a big Kygo fan.
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VanAken said he is a Spotify user — sorry Apple Music fans — and has a plethora of playlists filled with Latin artists, noting some of his favorite musicians at the moment are Maluma and Nicky Jam.
“Ground-breaking approach to understanding racism and inequality in our society.”
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In addition to his surprising music taste, VanAken is also a shockingly good mini golfer. Each editor turned on their best poker face when setting foot on the course, determined to win the nine-hole artistic mini golf course made by nine different groups of artists, designers, and architects.
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Over a mista salad, VanAken spoke about EU as it moves into the 150 year since its founding, revealing that on Dec. 6, during the anniversary week, there will be a reenactment of the first 14 men who stepped off the train and founded the institution. In his sixth year as president, VanAken explains that each student at EU has their own story and DNA, and that no student is the same. “Elmhurst has a unique DNA. I don’t plan on leaving, but the next president needs to take just a little bit of time and not assume that [every student is the same]. I’ve been really appreciative in the five years [I’ve been here].” VanAken also reflected on the financial growth the institution has amassed in the past six years. The day wrapped up with a discussion about where EU has been, and where it will be going in the next few years. PAGE 06
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VanAken won with a score of 18, beating copy editor Olivia Janicke, who came in second place by nine points. During lunch, VanAken was greeted by the waiters, many of whom are Elmhurst University alumni. VanAken interacted without forgetting the faces, names, and majors of the staff who once walked the campus as students.
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“Elmhurst was in a tough spot financially a few years ago,” VanAken explained. “Higher education is a tricky business because it is a business and a lot of our revenue comes from students.” As lunch progressed, travel anecdotes of travelling to Cuba and Colombia were exchanged between VanAken and editors. But in true presidential fashion, VanAken had to leave lunch early to attend a standing meeting with a department head. Vanessa Sevilla contributed to reporting on this story. 08/24
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G WITH THE TEA Gianna Montesano Editor-in-Chief Lorde redefines summer with her new album “Solar Power” Lorde fans fell into a frenzy when the singer left hibernation after four years and released her third studio album, “Solar Power,” on Aug. 20. The album features 12 bright tracks full of happiness, harmonious tunes of hope, and a complete new sound for the singer.
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and haunting sounds on her last two albums “Pure Heroine” (2013) and “Melodrama” (2017).
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The album was inspired after Lorde decided to take a more mellow approach to life after being high-strung and emotionally exhausted from “Melodrama.” In 2019, she began taking hourly walks and was inspired by her walks to create an album that feels warm and filled with an acoustic guitar.
For some odd reason, a list of celebrities ranked from the smelliest to the cleanest has surfaced online and the list stinks.
“I had a specific kind of epiphany around the natural world, and with that came the realization that people in my position are not going to be the ones to save us all spiritually,” Lorde told USA Today.
Pitt’s coworkers recall him not showering for days on end on set and Pitt himself confirms the rumor saying he doesn’t have time to shower because of his six kids.
On “Solar Power,” Lorde shows a newfound happiness and freedom in life after two albums of feeling lost, hurt, depressed, and anxious. While the album has been well received by many, fans are disappointed she veered away from her dark
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A classic, old-school burger joint, Hamburger Heaven offers a convenient on-the-go experience with a window-serve layout. The location holds a spot in EU history, with its 1948 opening making an appearance in The Leader.
Kan Ya Located on Schiller St., Kan Ya is best known for their ramen. From their savory tonkotsu spicy shoyu, to their more mellowed out chicken wonton ramen, they have a broth for every preference and allow customers to choose between mild, spicy, or hot. Sushi Time A popular spot for EU students, Sushi Time has a large assortment of rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. These options come in simple combinations of fish and rice, with topping options such as mayo, tempura crunch, eel sauce, and more.
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Some A-listers who take home Oscars but pass up on the shower gel are Brad Pitt, Jake Gyllenhaal, Jennifer Aniston, and Jennifer Lawrence, amongst others.
Gyllenhaal states that he doesn’t see a point in continual showering because the body is self-cleaning. While these stars are entitled to their opinions, it just proves that being famous will have you not only stopping to smell the roses, but also stopping to smell the B.O.
BITES AND SIPS: ELMHURST EATS
Downtown Elmhurst is the go-to spot for a quality meal. Whether it be something small for in-between classes, or a classic dine-in, Elmhurst offers a variety of options for hungry students. To start off the year, try some of the great options below.
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Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria For out-of-state students looking to try Chicago classics, Lou Malnati’s is the place to go. Try their deep-dish pizza for an authentic taste of the area, with a special touch from their special buttery crust. A family-owned business, it’ll make a great addition to the end of anyone’s day. Courageous Bakery Formed out of a shared passion for baking and donating toward cancer research, Courageous Bakery lives up to its name. Its owners Kathryn and Laura Pekarik make their creations preservative-free and fresh daily. If dining-in is not an option, students should keep an eye out for their food truck as well. PAGE 07
Brewpoint Craft For those who can’t decide between coffee or cocktails, why not both? Brewpoint Craft is a local business owned by Melissa Villanueva, who opened shop while on the search for an espresso machine. Valuing diversity and sustainability, it is a great option for students who want to buy local. Kilwins Elmhurst To top everything off with dessert, Kilwins offers the perfect combination for a sweet tooth. Nothing soothes the sleep deprivation of finals week better than ice cream, fudge, and hand-crafted confections made in-store.
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A NEW STUDENT’S GUIDE TO 2021 ELMHURST ATHLETICS Niklas Faulk Sports Editor Welcome back sports fans to a brand-new semester here at Elmhurst University. Fall sports are in full swing after a shortened 2020 season and an even shorter spring season earlier this year. This guide will tell you everything you need to know about how you can attend future games and other sporting events. In this edition we will cover where to get tickets, where to park, and much more. Tickets With EU opening back up, fans are allowed back at full capacity. Students can buy tickets at the gate for most events including football, basketball, lacrosse, soccer, and volleyball. Tickets are $6 for adults and students can get in for free with a current Jaypass. Seating is normally limited and operates on a first-come-first serve basis, so get there early for a guaranteed seat. EU also offers discounted tickets to seniors, and kids under nine-years-old also get in for free. Parking tips and regulations Elmhurst has several parking lots on campus open to parking for sporting events, so you won’t have to worry about circling around trying to find a spot. The main lots include Alexander parking lot, R.A. Faganel Hall lot, Goebel Hall lot, and the Lester Brune tennis courts which are located on 1st Street. Parking is free in all locations during sporting events.
The Bluejays’ home opener against Carthage College is on Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. The next home game will be Sept. 25, at 2 p.m. when they take on Washington University in St. Louis. Soccer The 2021 soccer season is right around the corner and the action takes place at Langhorst Field. The season is looking promising for both the men’s and women’s teams, and will be exciting to take in every game. The men’s team kicks off their season with their home opener on Sept. 1, at 5 p.m. at Langhorst Field. The women’s team will follow the men’s match shortly after, starting at 7:30 p.m. Cross Country Come out and support the Bluejays cross country team as they compete in the Elmhurst Earlybird Invitational. Both the men’s and women’s teams will be competing in their first event of the season. The invitational is at Eldridge Park on Sept. 3, at 5:45 p.m. Eldridge Park is located at 363 Commonwealth Lane in Elmhurst. Volleyball After a promising 2021 spring season, the women’s volleyball team is back, ready to pick up where they left off. The Bluejays will compete in the Central/Grinnell tournament in Grinnell, Iowa, before kicking off the regular season at University of Wisconsin—Whitewater on Sept. 7, at 7 p.m. The Bluejays in their home opener is on Sept. 15, against Illinois Wesleyan University at 7 p.m. at R.A. Faganel Hall.
Upcoming events for each fall sport Football The Bluejays are headed back to the gridiron after a shortened spring season and you can catch them at beautiful Langhorst Field, the football field in the front of the school on Alexander Blvd. The Bluejays kick off their 2021 season with an away game against University of Wisconsin—River Falls on Sept. 4, at 1 p.m. PAGE 08
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COVID-19 Task Force updated students, faculty, and administration on the success of vaccination rates on campus, as well as the revised COVID-19 guidelines amidst the rise of the Delta variant in recent weeks in the U.S. In the new guidelines, Elmhurst University is once again enforcing a mask mandate for everybody, regardless of vaccination status, in all campus buildings with the exception of dorm rooms, offices, and work spaces.
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These guidelines are in accordance with new CDC guidelines, where it is recommended that everybody remain masked in public, after previously announcing that vaccinated individuals could gather maskless indoors with other vaccinated people.
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The COVID-19 Task Force is taking the correct protocols here to ensure low COVID-19 numbers on campus, especially as new variants arise. However, they didn’t address the protocols expected for vaccinated individuals that the COVID-19 Task Force announced on June 14, where vaccinated students could expect to not participate in “entry testing or surveillance testing.”
99.4 percent of faculty, 92.4 percent of administration, and 80 percent of students reported to the COVID-19 Task Force they are fully vaccinated going into the new academic year. These high vaccination rates are stellar for our campus community, showing the Bluejays are doing their part collectively to return back to normal. However, as we now know, being vaccinated is not enough to end the spread of COVID-19. The small taste of normalcy being back in the classroom provides, relies heavily on the continual efforts to enforce mask wearing, vaccination efforts, and testing to keep the campus open — especially with new COVID-19 strains, such as the Delta variant.
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Editorial Board After a year and a half of virtual and hybrid classes, the 2021-22 school year promises a sense of normalcy in the realm of COVID-19 with in-person classes, mask and vaccination mandates, and social distancing.
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