COLUMN: 5 easy dorm breakfast recipes

By Leila Faraday lfaraday@iu.edu | twitter?

These breakfast ideas all take less than five minutes to put together and require nothing more than a microwave. With overlapping ingredients to keep your grocery list simple, they are sure to make your morning easy and quick, even when you are rolling out of bed late for an 8 a.m.

PB&J Rice Cakes

Because we can’t have toasters in the dorm, rice cakes are a crunchy and shelf-stable alternative to bread or bagels. Below is a tasty and filling recipe if you’re craving a classic PB&J taste equipped with protein, sweetness and a satisfying crunch.

» Two rice cakes

» Peanut butter

» Jelly, jam or honey

» Fresh fruit, if desired

Directions: Spread peanut butter on two rice cakes, followed by jelly or honey. If desired, top with freshly sliced banana or berries.

Yogurt Bowl

This filling breakfast option is packed with protein and fiber to keep you ener- gized until lunch time.

» Yogurt of choice

» Fruit

» Granola

» Nut butter

» Honey

» Seeds and Nuts

Directions: Begin with your favorite yogurt, I prefer Greek yogurt for the thicker texture. Add in your desired toppings, nut butters and seeds can add healthy fats, protein and texture. Granola is a great way to add crunch and whole grains, while fruit and honey can add extra sweetness and fiber.

Oatmeal

Making your own oatmeal is a great way to incorporate fiber into your breakfast without a large amount of added sugar.

» ½ cup of rolled oats

» 1 cup of water or milk

» Toppings that include peanut butter, honey, fresh fruit, cinnamon, flax seeds, nuts, protein powder or even chocolate chips

Directions: Combine oats with your liquid in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 2 ½ minutes. Let sit for another two minutes to cool and absorb excess liquid. Get creative by adding your desired toppings to create different flavor combinations.

If you’re not into putting

ILLUSTRATION BY JULIETTE ALBERT

something together on your own, here are some nutritious premade options that require minimal preparation.

“Just Crack an Egg” cups Take these to the next level by emptying the cooked contents onto a tortilla and topping with your salsa of choice for an easy and quick breakfast burrito.

Kodiak Cakes microwavable pancakes

These are a great protein packed breakfast or midday snack if you’re craving something warm and comforting. Top with fruit for added fiber and texture.

COLUMN: ‘RUSH’ is a masterclass in global rock ‘n’ roll

By Charlotte Jones ecstaffo@iu.edu | @erincstafford

I’ve loved Mäneskin since its first album. “RUSH” might pander a bit too much to American audiences, but I love it just the same. With 6.4 million followers on TikTok and Instagram, the Italian rockers had big expectations to fulfill. They’ve surpassed any and all expectations I had for them.

The first three songs on the album, “OWN MY MIND,” “GOSSIP” and “TIMEZONE,” seem to appease their younger fans, exploring themes of “sip(ping) the gossip” and long-distance relationships.

Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello guests on “GOSSIP,” adding some of that Rage cadence to the music.

“BLA BLA BLA” is by far the silliest song on the album while remaining cool and sexy. It feels like they could be making fun of the modern pop-rock scene and their hard drug habits. The band hits on rather serious issues but downplays them to showcase the harm of toxic relationships.

Starting with questions often asked on first dates, “BABY SAID” maintains the band’s sexed up persona. The chorus of “Let me taste your silhouette / You can talk between my legs” is incredible (and incredibly hot).

The next three songs are great but not all that memorable. “GASOLINE” is a great anti-war song that feels a little basic with the layered voices in the chorus. “FEEL” is rather nonsensical on purpose as the band is trying to use lead singer Damiano David’s voice as another instrument.

“DON’T WANNA SLEEP” has a great concept of being glamorous but still lonely, although it is a rather tiring trope.

“KOOL KIDS” brings the listener back to the stage as the song feels like a live performance. David sounds a bit British, but that just might be because he recorded this song while drunk. This just might be the song I want to hear live the most. “IF NOT FOR YOU” and “READ YOUR DIARY” are both cute love songs, but “IF NOT FOR YOU” is much more romantic. The strings section toward the end brings a Valentine’s Day feel to the already mushy gushy love song. “READ YOUR DIARY” follows the trope of becoming the girl so you can understand her better, which I always am a sucker for.

The band goes back to Italian with “MARK CHAPMAN,” a song all about the dangers of stalking. I don’t speak Italian, but I do love the Italian songs much more than the English ones. David’s voice fits the instruments perfectly with his Italian cadence.

The Italian section comes to a close with “LA FINE” and “IL DONO DELLA VITA.” “LA FINE” is grungy and rougher than the other songs on the album, addressing concerns with the direction of the Italian government. “IL DONO DELLA VITA” is a slow burn rock song that is sure to make fans hot and bothered, mak-

Anyway, it’d probably be smart to use some of the skills I’ve learned in journalism school, so why not end this with a kicker quote? I’m just not sure I can end this piece in a way that’s more profound than what was already written by somebody else. And I think that’s more than okay. Journalism is about so much more than being some star writer.

I don’t always have the words to paint a pretty picture; I’d say this is one of those moments. But someone else — who was in the right place at the right time with the right thought — did. They found them and ran with them and strung together a gorgeous array of simple words, purposeful punctuation and heartwrenching emotion.

I think my job as a journalist should mostly be that of a vessel. The star here is “The Last of Us,” not me. And I’ll be damned if I ever read or hear something more beautiful than this:

“I used to hate the world and I was happy when everyone died. But I was wrong. Because there was one person worth saving. That’s what I did. I saved him. Then I protected him. That’s why men like you and me are here. We have a job to do. And god help any motherfuckers who stand in our way.”

IU Auditorium to feature John Mellencamp, ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ this Feburary

By Grant Wheeler grawheel@iu.edu | @wh33lg

Editor’s note: Ticket prices are subject to change based on seating availability.

This February brings a diverse and exciting lineup of performances to the IU Auditorium. Ranging from Broadway classics to premier jazz to comedic magic, February’s schedule is packed with eclectic exhibitions.

John Mellencamp show “Magic for Humans” has gained notoriety for its irreverent tone, commonplace settings and, of course, its dazzling magic. He has now brought that notoriety to the stage with his touring show of the same name which will stop at the auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11. Willman aims to bring the disconcerting experience of his TV show to the stage with magic and mind reading that will incorporate audience members. Tickets start at $34.50 and can be found here. ing it one of the best in their discography.

Mäneskin has built up the hype for “MAMMAMIA” and it lives up to it. Its high energy rivals that of their Eurovision winning song and feels like a night in a dingy bar. It is by far the best song on the album and my personal pick for the most successful.

“SUPERMODEL” paints an almost Kate Moss-like image of a ‘90s supermodel getting high to make it big. The lyrics show off the band’s storytelling abilities, but it doesn’t do much for me.

The final song, “THE LONLIEST,” closes the album perfectly with David reminiscing about lost love. Opening with the words “you’ll be the saddest part of me” is a heart-wrenching beginning of the end of the album. They could not have picked a better closer. With a whopping 17 songs, “RUSH” is Mäneskin’s best album yet. If you like hot classic rock stars and even hotter lyrics with driving basslines, this is the album for you.

John Mellencamp will play the first two shows of his 2023 tour at the auditorium at 8 p.m. from Feb. 5-6. Mellencamp was born and raised in Seymour, Indiana, making these shows something of a hometown start for his tour. His most recent album, “Strictly A One-Eyed Jack,” was released last year. Tickets start at $49.50 and can be found at the IU Auditorium website.

“Fiddler on the Roof”

One of the most wellknown musicals of all time, “Fiddler on the Roof” will come to the auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8-9. The Tony award-winning musical has maintained its position as a prominent piece of musical theater culture since its 1964 debut. This particular production is lauded as a fresh take on the classic tale and has received praise from numerous publications. Tickets start at $30, with student pricing starting at $17 and can be found here.

Justin Willman: “Magic for Humans” Justin Willman’s Netflix

Jazz at Lincoln Center Jazz at Lincoln Center will bring its show “Songs We Love” to the IU Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20. The show aims to present the story of the first 50 years of jazz with the works of legends ranging from Ma Rainey to Frank Sinatra. The show is directed by Riley Mulherkar and will stress the contributions of vocalists to the culture of jazz. Student tickets start at $14 and general tickets start at $24. They can be found here.

Black Violin Black Violin will perform at the auditorium at 8 p.m. Feb. 25. The Grammynominated duo mixes the sounds of classical music and hip-hop in a show that brings together Mozart, Marvin Gaye and Kendrick Lamar. Black Violin is made up of Kev Marcus on violin and Wil Baptiste on viola and vocals, but this show will also feature Nat Stokes on drums, DJ SPS mixing and Liston Gregory on keyboard. Tickets start at $29 with student tickets starting at $16.

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Rose House LuMin- Lutheran Campus Ministry at IU

314 S. Rose Ave. 812-333-2474 lcmiu.net

Instagram: @hoosierlumin facebook.com/LCMIU

Sunday: 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. @ St. Thomas Lutheran Church 3800 E. 3rd St.

Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Devotions @ Rose House LuMin 314 S. Rose Ave. Rose House is an inclusive Christian community that offers a safe space for students to gather, explore faith questions, show love to our neighbors through service and work towards a more just world. Rose House walks with students to help them discern where God is calling them in life.

Rev. Amanda Ghaffarian, Campus Pastor

St. Thomas Lutheran Church

3800 E. Third St. 812-332-5252 stlconline.org facebook.com/StThomasBloomington

Sunday: 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

We are the worshiping home of Rose House Lutheran Campus Ministries. As disciples of Christ who value the faith, gifts and ministry of all God's people and seek justice and reconciliation, we welcome all God's children* to an inclusive and accessible community. *No strings attached or expectations that you'll change.

Rev. Adrianne Meier

Rev. Lecia Beck

Independent Baptist

Lifeway Baptist Church 7821 W. State Road 46 812-876-6072 lifewaybaptistchurch.org facebook.com/lifewayellettsville

Sunday: 9 a.m., Bible Study Classes 10 a.m., Morning Service 5 p.m., Evening Service Barnabas College Ministry: Meeting for Bible study throughout the month. Contact Rosh Dhanawade at bluhenrosh@gmail.com for more information.

Steven VonBokern, Senior Pastor Rosh Dhanawade, IU Coordinator 302-561-0108 bluhenrosh@gmail.com

*Free transportation provided. Please call if you need a ride to church.

Episcopal (Anglican)

Canterbury Mission

719 E. Seventh St. 812-822-1335

IUCanterbury.org facebook.com/ECMatIU

Instagram & Twitter: @ECMatIU

Sun.: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Mon., Wed., Thu.: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tue.: Noon - 8 p.m.

Fri., Sat.: By Appointment

Canterbury: Assertively open & affirming; unapologetically Christian, we proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ by promoting justice, equality, peace, love and striving to be the change God wants to see in our world

Ed

Bird,

Chaplain/Priest

Jacob Oliver & Lily Dolliff, student workers

Unitarian Universalist

Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington

2120 N. Fee Ln.

812-332-3695 uubloomington.org facebook.com/uubloomington

Sunday: 10:15 a.m.

We are a dynamic congregation working for a more just world through social justice. We draw inspiration from world religions and diverse spiritual traditions. Our vision is "Seeking the Spirit, Building Community, Changing the World." A LGBTQA+ Welcoming Congregation and a certified Green Sanctuary.

Rev. Connie Grant, Interim Minister

Rev. Emily Manvel Leite, Minister of Story and Ritual

Church of God (Anderson Affiliated)

Stoneybrook Community Church of God

3701 N. Stoneybrook Blvd. stoneybrookccog.org facebook.com/StoneyBrookCCOG

Sunday: 10:30 a.m.

10 a.m. Coffee & Treats Stoneybrook Community Church of God is a gathering of imperfect people learning to follow Jesus. We invite you to join us on the journey.

Mitch Ripley, Interim Pastor

Evangel Presbytery

Trinity Reformed Church

2401 S. Endwright Rd. 812-825-2684 trinityreformed.org facebook.com/trinitychurchbloom

Email us at office@trinityreformed.org

Sunday Services: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

College Bible Study: Contact us for more info.

"Jesus answered them, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who commits sin is the slave of sin.'" Proclaiming freedom from slavery since 1996. Only sinners welcome.

Jody Killingsworth, Senior Pastor Lucas Weeks, College Pastor

Bahá'í Faith

Bahá'í Association of IU 424 S. College Mall Rd. 812-331-1863 bloomingtoninbahais.org facebook.com/BaháíCommunity-of-BloomingtonIndiana-146343332130574

Instagram: @bloomingtonbahai

Regular Services/Devotional Meetings:

Sunday: 10:40 a.m. @ Bloomington Bahá'í Center

Please call or contact through our website for other meetings/activities

The Bahá'í Association of IU works to share the Teachings and Principles of the Founder, Bahá'u'lláh, that promote the "Oneness of Mankind" and the Peace and Harmony of the Planet through advancing the "security, prosperity, wealth and tranquility of all peoples."

Karen Pollock & Dan Enslow

Non-Denominational

Calvary Chapel of Bloomington

3625 W State Road 46 812-369-8459 calvarychapelbloomington.org facebook.com/calvarychapelbloomington

YouTube: Calvary Chapel Bloomington IN

Sunday: 10 a.m.

Tuesday: 7 p.m., Prayer

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.

Hungry for God's word and fellowship with other believers? Come as you are and worship with us as we grow in the knowledge of His love, mercy, and grace through the study of the scriptures, and serving those in need. May the Lord richly bless you!

Frank Peacock, Pastor

Alissa Peacock, Children's Ministry

Christ Community Church

503 S. High St. 812-332-0502 cccbloomington.org facebook.com/christcommunitybtown

Instagram: @christcommunitybtown

Sunday: 9:15 a.m., Educational Hour

10:30 a.m., Worship Service

We are a diverse community of Christ-followers, including many IU students, faculty and staff. Together we are committed to sharing the redeeming grace and transforming truth of Jesus Christ in this college town.

Bob Whitaker, Senior Pastor Adam deWeber, Worship Pastor Dan Waugh, Adult Ministry Pastor

Church of Christ

825 W. Second St. 812-332-0501 facebook.com/w2coc

Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Bible Study

10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., Worship

Wednesday: 7 p.m., Bible Study

We use no book, but the Bible. We have no creed but His Word within its sacred pages. God is love and as such we wish to share this joy with you. The comprehensive teaching of God's Word can change you forever.

John Myers, Preacher

City Church For All Nations

1200 N. Russell Rd. 812-336-5958 citychurchbloomington.org facebook.com/citychurchbtown

Instagram: @citychurchbtown

Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

*Always check website for possible changes to service times.

City Church is a non-denominational multicultural, multigenerational church on Bloomington's east side. 1Life, our college ministry meets on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

David Norris, Pastor Sumer Norris, Pastor

Church of Christ

We use no book, but the Bible. We have no creed but His Word within its sacred pages. God is love and as such we wish to share this joy with you. The comprehensive teaching of God’s Word can change you forever.

Society of Friends (Quaker)

Bloomington Friends Meeting 3820 E. Moores Pike 812-336-4581 bloomingtonfriendsmeeting.org

Facebook: Bloomington Friends Meeting

Sunday (in person and by Zoom):

9:45 a.m., Hymn singing

10:30 a.m., Meeting for Worship

10:45 a.m., Sunday School (Children join in worship from 10:30-10:45)

11:30 a.m., Light Refreshments and Fellowship

12:45 p.m., Often there is a second hour activity (see website)

Wednesday (by Zoom only):

9 a.m., Midweek Meeting for worship

9:30 a.m., Fellowship

We practice traditional Quaker worship, gathering in silence with occasional Spirit-led vocal ministry by fellow worshipers. We are an inclusive community with a rich variety of belief and no prescribed creed. We are actively involved in peace action, social justice causes, and environmental concerns.

Peter Burkholder, Clerk burkhold@indiana.edu

United Methodist

Jubilee 219 E. Fourth St. 812-332-6396 jubileebloomington.org jubilee@fumcb.org facebook.com/jubileebloomington

Instagram: @jubileebloomington

Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Classic Worship & 11:45 a.m., Contemporary Worship

Wednesday: 7:30 p.m., College & Young Adult Dinner

Jubilee is a Christ-centered community open and affirming to all people. We gather on Wednesdays at First Methodist (219 E. Fourth St.) for a free meal, discussion, worship and hanging out. Small groups, service projects, events (scavenger hunts, bonfires, etc.), mission trips and opportunities for student leadership are all a significant part of our rhythm of doing life together.

Markus Dickinson, Campus Director

Lutheran ChurchMissouri Synod

University Lutheran Church and Student Center 607 E. Seventh St 812-336-5387 indianalutheran.com facebook.com/ULutheranIU instagram.com/uluindiana

Sunday: 9:15 a.m.; Sunday Bible Class 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship

Wednesday: 7 p.m.: Wednesday Evening Service 7:45 p.m.: College Bible Study Student Center open daily, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. We are the home of the LCMS campus ministry at Indiana. Our mission is to serve all college students with the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ. Located on Campus, we offer Christ-centered worship, Bible study and a community of friends gathered around God’s gifts of life, salvation and the forgiveness of sins through our Senior Jesus Christ. Richard Woelmer, Pastor

John Myers, Preacher

825 W. Second St 812-332-0501 facebook.com/w2coc

Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Bible Study

10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., Worship

Wednesday: 7:00 p.m., Bible Study

Inter-Denominational

Redeemer Community Church

111 S. Kimble Dr. 812-269-8975 redeemerbloomington.org facebook.com/RedeemerBtown

Instagram & Twitter: @RedeemerBtown

Sunday: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Redeemer is a gospel-centered community on mission. Our vision is to see the gospel of Jesus Christ transform everything: our lives, our church, our city, and our world. We want to be instruments of gospel change in Bloomington and beyond.

Chris Jones, Lead Pastor

Baptist

University Baptist Church

3740 E. Third St. 812-339-1404 ubcbloomington.org facebook.com/ubc.bloomington

YouTube: UBC Bloomington IN

Sunday: 10:45 a.m., Worship in person & live streamed on YouTube

A welcoming and affirming congregation excited to be a church home to students in Bloomington. Trans and other LGBTQ+ friends and allies most especially welcome!

Annette Hill Briggs, Pastor Rob Drummond, Worship & Music Minister

Mennonite

Mennonite Fellowship of Bloomington

2420 E. Third St. 812-646-2441 bloomingtonmenno.org facebook.com/Mennonite-

Fellowship-ofBloomington-131518650277524

Sunday: 5 p.m.

A welcoming, inclusive congregation providing a place of healing and hope as we journey together in the Spirit of Christ. Gathering for worship Sundays 5 p.m. in the Roger Williams room, First United Church. As people of God's peace, we seek to embody the Kingdom of God.

John Sauder mfbjohn@gmail.com

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

205 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4459 fccbloomington.org

Sunday: 10 a.m.

We are an inclusive community of people who are diverse in thought and unified in spirit. We are an LGBTQIA+ welcoming and affirming congregation known for our excellent music and commitment to justice. Our worship services will not only lift your spirit, but also engage your mind. You are welcome!

Pastor Kyrmen Rea, Senior Pastor Pastor Sarah Lynne Gershon, Student Associate Pastor Jan Harrington, Director of Music