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Alpha Chi Omega welcomes new members on bid day

Phi Delta Theta is on temporary suspension by the fraternity’s national headquarters.

Julia Sacco News Editor

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Phi Delta Theta’s national headquarters has suspended the LMU chapter of the fraternity as it investigates alleged policy violations.

Dan Faill, LMU’s assistant director of Student Leadership and Development, told the Loyolan that “Phi Delta Theta notified LMU that they have temporarily suspended the operations of their chapter while they conduct an investigation regarding a potential violation of their policies.”

Phi Delta Theta recently cancelled Thursday’s scheduled exchange with Alpha Phi, according to numerous sources within the Greek community.

It was unclear as of press time what the national headquarters is investigating the LMU chapter for, but LMU Greek life is planning its own inquiry, according to Faill.

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Sunday, Feb. 8 marked the first Bid Day for LMU’s newest sorority on campus, Alpha Chi Omega. The sorority extended bids to 149 new members and welcomed them in The Hill and Lawton Plaza on Sunday afternoon, where they were joined by fellow members of other Greek organizations on campus. Alpha Chi Omega did not follow LMU’s formal recruitment process but instead hosted events and one-on-one interviews for the potential members to learn more about the sorority.

“Voices and Silence” Privilege campaign creates awareness speaks loudly ASLMU campaign aims to encourage students to define and reflect on privileges.

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“Voices and Silence,” a theatre arts department production, opened Feb. 6 and will continue through Feb. 14 at Barnelle Theatre. The cast, pictured above from left to right, include freshman theatre arts major Cameron Kauffman, senior finance and theatre arts double major Golden Reeves and freshman theatre arts major Callie Carlucci.

In an effort to start a conversation within the LMU community about the different privileges found in society, ASLMU has launched the Check Your Privilege campaign. The events held throughout this week aim to give LMU students an understanding and awareness of the privileges they possess.

Liliana Cacique, a senior management and Spanish double major who is the director of intercultural affairs at ASLMU, first heard about the campaign from the University of San Francisco.

Cacique thought LMU could benefit from this campaign, tailored for the LMU community.

Cacique’s primary role as the director of intercultural affairs at ASLMU is to plan educational events that spark a conversation throughout the LMU community. In order to develop and implement this campaign, Cacique collaborated with other members of ASLMU, Student Leadership & Development, Ethnic and Intercultural Services and the William H. Hannon Library.

“The purpose of the campaign is to engage the LMU community in reflection

and dialogue around the different privileges that exist and invite them to think critically about how they can take proactive approaches to the systematic privileges found in society,” she said.

“Essentially, this campaign was designed to increase awareness and understanding of privilege, how it plays out in our lives and how we can be advocates for others.”

One of the most noticeable parts of this campaign is the shirts that were created: the back features a list of privileges, such as educational, able-bodied, Christian, cisgender, citizenship, class, heterosexual, male and white. Individuals may check off the privileges from which they benefit and even add other privileges in the blank space provided. The shirts may be picked up in Malone 103 and are to be worn all day today.

“The shirts are a visual representation of the privileges. They are an opportunity for students to physically ‘check’ off the privileges they have by first acknowledging it exists then reflecting on how they can work towards change.

The back of the shirts list a variety of privileges, many of which we seem to forget about,” said Cacique.

While the shirts are a major component of the campaign, it is also comprised of four events that aim to provoke discussion about privilege.

The week began with “Dinner and a Dialogue” on Monday, Feb. 9. The primary focus of the event was to define privilege and encourage students to See ASLMU | Page 4

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Body Image Awareness month helps promote healthy lifestyle and self confidence on campus SPS and FitWell team up to promote positive body image at LMU. Madison Joseph News Intern

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This month is Body Image Awareness Month at LMU. The FitWell Center and Student Psychological Services (SPS) have teamed up to host events that will promote positive body image on campus.

“We wanted to expand on National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (Feb. 22-

28) to provide a full month of programming. With this, we hope to inspire an environment of year-round positive body image as well as to bring light to the health and wellness resources that are available for the LMU community,” FitWell Center Public Relations and Events Manager Lizzy Ricci said.

Today, there will be a selfdefense workshop called “Hear Me Roar.” The workshop, which is co-sponsored

by Delta Delta Delta, will teach students about personal safety, self-defense and how to have self-confidence.

“Diets Don’t Work,” a work-

shop and accompanying presentation on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., will demonstrate “how dieting leads to frustration, failure and, quite often, disordered eating. Learn to replace dieting with ‘normal’ and ‘intuitive’ eating, and learn more about what it looks like to have a healthy relationship with food,” according to Ricci.

The event “Body Image Conversation: It’s Not Just Fun and Games” on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., will test students’ knowledge on the subject of disordered eating. It will also feature games and give-

aways sponsored by SPS. Lastly, on Thursday, Feb 26, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., “Lunch and Learn: Worried About a Friend?” will provide lunch while teaching students how to recognize the signs of an eating disorder and how to help friends who are affected by one.

“The purpose of these events is to bring awareness about negative body image and provide education on what people can do to combat this issue,” SPS Psychologist Mimi Hoang said.

“Body image is a very important issue facing young people at LMU because many

students have deep insecurities about how they look and fitting in. This can lead to significant health issues like disordered eating habits, unhealthy exercise regimens and anxieties related to social interactions and dating and intimacy too,” added Hoang.

“Stall Talk,” the monthly newsletter released by FitWell, encourages students during this month to “make a list of wonderful things your body does for you, look away from the mirror and into yourself, practice healthy and happy eating habits - avoid dieting, focus on health not weight and seek support.”

Hear Me Roar Self Defense Workshop Wednesday, Feb. 11, The Hill, 7:30-9 p.m.

Learn personal safety, self-defense and self-confidence.

Diets Don’t Work: Workshop and Presentation

Thursday, Feb. 12, St. Robert’s Hall, Rm. 237 at Convo

Book Image and Convo: It’s Not Just Fun and Games Tuesday, Feb. 24, Alumni Mall at Convo

Learn about how to have a healthy relationship with food.

Learn about normal vs. disordered eating and attitudes about food and your body. Games and giveaways with SPS.

Lunch & Learn: Worried About a Friend?

Thursday, Feb. 26, Burns Rec. Center Classroom at Convo

Recognize key signs of an eating disorder, learn helpful ways to support a friend on and off campus.

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Black History Month celebrates heritage and ref lects on progress of American culture The month of February brings various Black History events to LMU. Alexia Sparling News Intern @LALoyolan

February marks a time to reflect on our nation’s black history and acknowledge the progress we have made in the pursuit of equality. “Negro History Week,” the precursor to Black History Month, was founded by historian Carter G. Woodson in the second week of February between the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. Since 1976, every U.S. president has designated the month of February as Black History Month, and this year marks the 39th anniversary. The celebrations and events taking place across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom encourage a thoughtful dialogue about racial borders that exist both in the past and present.

“This year’s theme highlights the 100-year anniversary of the founding of the Association for the Study of African American Life,” said Nathan Sessoms, interim director of Black Student Services (BSS).

Woodson, the organization’s founder, “believed that the historical truth regarding both the struggles and triumphs of blacks would greatly diminish the general misconceptions that existed within mainstream America and, instead, serve as the catalyst for a new era

of equality, opportunity and racial democracy.”

The designation of Black History Month was not only monumental for black American history, but it paved the way for other marginalized groups to also celebrate their heritage, struggles and open a dialogue for growth.

In 1987, Congress passed a resolution establishing March as Women’s History Month.

And in 1990, November was designated as Native American Heritage Month.

In light of recent events such as Ferguson, Missouri, senior communication studies major Christian Goodie commented that it is “imperative that we look at present systems that highlight the incredible progress [the black community has] made, but while also still acknowledging the room for growth.”

BSS, a division of Ethnic Intercultural Services (EIS), will be hosting nearly a dozen events this month to honor black history in conjunction with other campus organizations. Thursday, Feb. 12, BSS will host the “Black Heritage Poetry Slam” from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Living Room. Saturday, Feb. 14, an African American Ministry Forum with Cecilia Moore titled “Catholics and the Civil Rights Movement” will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in University Hall, room 1775.

Moore will be discussing the American Catholics’ role in the African American pursuit of civil rights and how the social justice system of the early 1950s and ‘60s correlates to our modern practices.

On Monday, Feb. 23, the “Voices of the Civil War” event from 6 to 9 p.m. at the DejaView Theatre will screen “12 Years a Slave.” The show will be followed by a panel discussion and dialogue in the Von der Ahe Suite.

The final event will be on Thursday, Feb. 24 at the Laband Art Gallery where a staged reading of Athol Fugard’s various works will be held. Fugard is best known for his political plays opposing the South African apartheid.

“While there remains much work to be done, we celebrate the amazing contributions that blacks have made during the past century in such areas as scholarship, activism, politics, athletics, as well as the arts and, therefore, their central role in the making of American history,” said Sessoms.

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Potato Pie Special

Tuesday, Feb. 3, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

Alumni Mall

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

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Voices and Silences: An Evening of Plays by Women of Color Feb. 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 and 14, 8:00 p.m.

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Black Family Dialogue Where do we go from here: Chaos or Community?

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Voices of the Civil War Screening of 12 Years A Slave

First Amendment Week Event

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DejaView

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Valley Song: A Staged reading of Athol Fugard

Panel Discussion & Dialogue on 12 Years a Slave

Tuesday, Feb. 24, 7:00 p.m.

Laband Art Gallery

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

VDA Suite, 3rd Floor Hannon Library

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BURNING QUESTIONS

This issue, Editor in This Managing Chiefissue, Zaneta Pereira Editor Dan Raffety sits down with sits down withaHead Common, First Coach Max Good, Amendment Week head coach of the 2015 keynote speaker LMU’s men’s basketball and Academy Award team tonominee. talk about the upcoming season.

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What does the First Amendment mean to you?

Freedom of speech resonates on so many levels because truly having freedom of speech is finding one’s truth and being able to express that with no fear. I think it’s important to the growth of an individual, a community and a country because when people can express themselves then ideas can be heard, perspectives are honored and listened to or respected, and it creates the core for people being able to move forward and express themselves.

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“LMU Greek life will continue to be in communication with the national organization as their investigation continues.

LMU will also conduct its own independent investigation,” Faill said.

Phi Delta Theta chapter adviser Sarah Babb, when contacted by the Loyolan, declined to comment and directed all questions to the fraternity’s national headquarters.

Victor Heinen, the LMU chapter president of Phi Delta Theta, stated, “We are not sure what is going on at this point,” and redirected all inquiries toward the fraternity’s headquarters.

Phi Delta Theta was colonized at LMU last spring. The founding

pledge class, California Psi, created the first colony of 92 members, a record-breaking number for both LMU and the fraternity.

According to the national website, the fraternity was founded by “The Immortal Six” in 1848 at Miami University.

The headquarters’ website also touches on the fraternity’s pillars: friendship, sound learning and rectitude. “Helping every individual to meet his true potential is the bedrock of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity,” according to the website.

Also on the LMU Phi Delta Theta website is the chapter’s vision statement: “Phi Delta Theta shall be a brotherhood, a family comprised of diverse, motivated gentlemen who each celebrate

both their own individuality and the responsibility that comes with being a part of something that is greater than themselves. Through our belief in encouraging intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, Phi Delta Theta continually strives for the betterment of its members and the community as a whole.”

The LMU chapter participates in the organization’s national philanthropy, which raises money for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

The founding fathers note on the LMU Phi Delta Theta website that “The members of the Cal Psi Chapter are committed to making a positive impact in not only the LMU community but the Los Angeles community as a whole.”

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Given the current context of racial strife in America, what do you think young people who watch “Selma” should take away from the movie?

I think people who watch “Selma” get to see that we owe it to ourselves and to other human beings to just be loving individuals and also be aware and caring. The people that showed up in Selma, including Dr. King and the [Southern Poverty Law Center] and the women and men, black and white, who came from all around the country, were looking out for other human beings. I think that’s where we start – in our daily lives, respecting one another even if we’re not from the same place. ... I think the ways that college students and this generation can really make the change is to really decide what they are passionate about, what is their voice, what do they believe in and start working towards organizing those thoughts for change.

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One of my favorite lines from “Glory” is “No one can win the war individually / It takes the wisdom of the elders and young people’s energy.” Given your work with youth, could you talk about some young people that inspire you?

A lot of the younger people that I got to know in the Common Ground Foundation made me want to just do music again. They made me see that they were a reflection of me because they come from the same place that I come from, and I just related to them and they inspired me just by how intelligent they were, how savvy they were and then, by the same token, I listened to them and learned from them. And I realized I could do something to help them. I could be a voice for them and start being more active for them so they can get exposed to new things and opportunities, so that’s what they did for me.

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In a couple of weeks you could be halfway to an EGOT – if you do win the Oscar, what do you think you’ll try and tackle next – the Tony or the Emmy?

I believe in taking things in steps so first [I’ve] got to get to an Oscar. I would love to get to an Oscar. But to answer your question, I am looking forward to doing theatre at some point in my life, so of course if I do theatre I want to be that great of an actor that I can receive a Tony award. And then I definitely am going to do T.V. when there’s a great project in front of me. So you know, I’m thinking faithfully, and I think with optimism but I know [we’ve] got to work to get an Oscar, you know? That’s a tough fight.

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You’ve been in the music industry for over two decades now. Given your experience, who would you say are the top three artists to watch right now?

I love Kendrick Lamar – he’s one of my favorites. Kanye West is always innovative, and I like D’Angelo.

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ASLMU launches campaign to help define privilege and encourage students to ref lect ASLMU from Page 1

reflect on their privileges.

Participants engaged in activities of self-reflection while enjoying complimentary Thai food.

The next event was the “Power and Privilege Panel” on Tuesday, where LMU faculty and staff shared their own experiences on the matter. The goal of this event was to demonstrate how those experiences related to or affected their jobs or livelihood.

Today, students are encouraged to wear their shirts all day and attend the “Privilege Decoded” discussion in the Von der Ahe Family Suite on the third floor of the library at 7 p.m. This event is meant to continue

the discussion that has occurred throughout the week and shed light on individual privilege.

The final event of the campaign will be the “How to be an Ally Workshop” on Thursday, which will allow participants to think about how they may use their privilege to help others. This event will allow students to brainstorm ways they can advocate for those who may not share the same privileges.

Junior political science major Ugonma Nwankwo, an ASLMU senator who helped promote the event to her constituents, shared why she believes the Check Your Privilege campaign is beneficial to the LMU community.

“I believe that this campaign is important because it makes people aware of the different privileges that they have. Often people don’t think about their privileges and this can sometimes be consequential, especially when interacting with other people who do not have that privilege,” she said. “In order to have a relatively equal society, privileges will need to be acknowledged. If not, power imbalances will continue to persist.”

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very year during First Amendment Week, we put on an event called “Food for Freedom” where we ask members of the LMU community to sign away their First Amendment rights in exchange for free pizza.

Those who engage in the simulation discover the discomfort and irritation that comes with living in a world where they aren’t allowed to sit with their friends, the text tattooed on their wrist is deemed offensive and they are told they can’t wear a crucifix.

The realities of living in a world without the protections of the First Amendment is not something many of us have ever had to consider. However, as “Food for Freedom” demonstrates in a small but powerful way, we are privileged to live in a place where these freedoms are guaranteed under the law.

The First Amendment is why the Loyolan can publish honest columns about on-campus parking, opinions of Sodexo’s food, accurate reports of LMU basketball games and whatever other news comes our way. It’s easy to see why the First Amendment means so much to us as student journalists, but it is equally important for everyone.

Unfortunately, 29 percent of Americans can’t name any of the five freedoms protected by the First Amendment, as reported by the Newseum. In light of this, the Loyolan organizes First Amendment Week every year in order to remind the community about the the rights they enjoy and the importance of exercising them.

This year, we are excited to bring actor, Academy Award nominee and Grammywinning hip-hop artist Common to campus to deliver a keynote address on Thursday, Feb. 24, at 6 p.m. at Burns Back Court. While it may not be immediately evident how Common is related to the First Amendment, his entire career is built upon self-expression through his music and acting – something which would not be possible without the

freedom of speech guaranteed by the U.S. Bill of Rights. Moreover, his role in “Selma” affords him a unique perspective and specific knowledge about the challenges faced by civil rights activists, who were often denied their First Amendment rights.

“Selma” – which we will be screening at 7:30 p.m. in Mayer Theater on Monday, Feb. 23, as part of First Amendment Week – details the historic marches led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama.

The marches, spurred by the widespread discrimination and difficulties faced by blacks who tried to register to vote, exhibit one of the many times when our freedoms of speech and assembly were instrumental to critical moments in American history.

We are also enthused to bring Eboo Patel – founder and president of the Interfaith Youth Core, an international nonprofit that aims to promote interfaith cooperation, and member of President Barack Obama’s inaugural Advisory Council on Faith-Based Neighborhood Partnerships – to deliver a second keynote address on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 6 p.m. in St. Robert’s Auditorium. Patel’s book, “Sacred Ground: Pluralism, Prejudice, and the Promise of America,” celebrates the diversity of religion within our country, exploring the strength in difference. Patel’s work resonates with our University’s own ideals and commitment to interfaith dialogue.

Our keynote addresses, along with the interactive “Food for Freedom” event on Tuesday Feb. 24 during Convo on Lawton Plaza, offer students the opportunity to engage with the First Amendment in a big way. It is easy to take basic freedoms like speaking your mind or getting your organization together for granted when you so freely exercise them on a daily basis. Hopefully our community’s commitment to celebrating our foundational amendment will make you cherish your next tweet, meeting or prayer that much more.

6 ways to spend your very single V-Day D = mc2 Devin Feldman Opinion Editor

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was recently inspired by a post on LMU Confessions telling everyone to chill out about Valentine’s Day and spend it appreciating everyone who loves or supports you. Ha, O.K. That’s not going to happen. I appreciate the sentiment, anonymous LMU student, but you’re clearly delusional.

Let’s get one thing straight: Valentine’s Day is pretty stupid. No matter what position you’re in, it’s either going to cost you money or cause you anxiety. Probably both. In fact, there’s really no escape from Cupid’s arrow; it’s headed for you heart, your wallet and your ass no matter your relationship status. While we’re at it, let’s be forward about this as well: Valentine’s Day takes many days of preparation and planning to ensure smooth sailing. Why else would we publish this three whole days in advance?

We’re looking out for you, that’s why.

Single “by choice”? O.K., get ready to try to ignore everyone. Single not by choice? Sweet, get ready to drown everything out or search for someone as desperate as you. Not single? Hmm ... get ready for ... whatever it is you people do on Feb. 14. Anyway, here are the only ways you can spend a very single Valentine’s Day, according to me: 6. Being clearly bothered by your roommate and his or her significant other being obnoxiously happy: How dare they be in a happy, healthy, romantic relationship! It’s lowering your self esteem and at what cost?

Their own self esteem? No. Not on my watch.

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To best spend Valentine’s Day as a disgruntled mess, spend the day grimacing behind your local “perfect couple” with a glass of something strong held in your fist. Also, turn on “The Red Valentine” whenever they’re near.

5. Walking around in a trench coat while holding a boombox above your head that’s playing “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel: You’re bound to find several people who will find this hilarious and original. You have now found the people to avoid – go from there.

4. Going through the Facebook profiles of all your attractive friends and hitting “Request Relationship Status” until you get a hit: So this one won’t last all day – you’re sad and probably only have a couple hundred Facebook friends – but it’s a good afternoon activity. Just click through all those cuties I know you friend requested a couple years ago despite not being real friends and hit that button. Eventually, someone will reply. Or not, in which case you’ll want to keep reading.

3. Drinking the wine you bought yourself: Only if you’re of age, of course. I

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by Franzia, but – yeah, fine, it’s because it’s the cheapest variety offered by Franzia.

2. Being just as annoying about Valentine’s Day as all the love birds by declaring it “Singles Awareness Day” and hosting an absurd dinner party with all of your single friends (who are also annoying): Pinterest much? Definitely take a bunch of pictures of you with your friends drinking “Margs” and eating chocolate while you complain about how fat you are. I want to see this all up in my Snapchat and Instagram feeds, please. Bonus points if you can leave Cinco’s with another single person and just completely defeat the purpose (which, of course, will warrant a humorous yet bitter addition to your friends’ Snap Story).

1. On Tinder: LOL what!?

This is the opinion of Devin Feldman, a senior communication studies major from Aurora, Oregon. Tweet comments to @D_fman, or email dfeldman@theloyolan.com.

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Don’t just check your privilege, change it Speaking Frankly Audrey Liviakis Staff Writer

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eople love a good ol’ awareness campaign. It is the currency of slacktivists everywhere, who exchange menial effort for a shot to the arm of moral superiority and feel-good endorphins. The emotionally charged Facebook post is the chicken noodle soup that soothes the slacktivist’s soul. It pacifies the fleeting feelings of moral guilt of the princess in her ivory tower.

LMU is certainly an ivory tower. When your university unapologetically puts flat screen TVs in its laundry rooms and sophomores speed around the parking garage in Lamborghinis and Bentleys, you know that privilege is a problem.

“Check your privilege” is the snappy phrase at the center of ASLMU’s new awareness campaign going on this week, which attempts to address the privilege problem. Students are encouraged to drop by Malone to pick up free t-shirts, where they can check boxes that affirm different positions of privilege. But like other superficial awareness campaigns intended to be trendy and ‘social media worthy,’ this effort will inevitably die with the rest, with little to show for it.

Running into a wall of short-term impact is an inevitable obstacle of viewing awareness as an end in

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ASLMU senator and junior political science major Ugonma Nwanko displays one of the t-shirts created for ASLMU’s new “Check Your Privilege” campaign.

itself.

Granted, Thursday’s event, “How to be an Ally Workshop” promises to “encourage students to take action and become advocates for those who do not share the same privileges,” according to an email from ASLMU Senator Ugonma Nwankwo, a junior political science major. But the overarching theme remains the same: As long as you recognize your privilege, you are off the hook.

There needs to be some form of follow-through, some action that

leads to concrete reformation.

There will be plenty of students who walk to Malone for a free shirt, a privilege in itself, take off that shirt at the end of the day and move on with their merry lives. This is our master plan to address societal inequalities, instead of taking all of those $10 cotton shirts and giving them to men, women and children who don’t have clothes to put on their backs. Maybe along the way it would cross our minds that the guy receiving the shirt who’s living in a box has slightly less privilege than ourselves.

But isn’t this the unspoken hypocrisy of how our institution often functions? There is plenty of talk, but the follow-through is lacking. Our proclaimed values of social justice, confrontation of privilege and reducing marginalization often find tension with our true identity – a private, Catholic institution, rooted in relatively traditional values and primarily constituted of white, wealthy students. It is a conflict that LMU needs to reconcile. We seem to embrace our identity regardless.

Just recognizing that this is who we are is not enough.

I suggest that LMU as an institution “check its privilege” this week and truly consider distinct actions to become less extravagant and indulgent in its privilege. This should be the topic of conversation in the air during this week’s discussions.

This is the opinion of Audrey Liviakis, a senior communication studies major from Kentfield, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanOpinon, or email dfeldman@ theloyolan.com.

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Why we should all hit the sack early What the Heck Allie Heck Staff Writer @allieheck1

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racy Chapman only needed one, but I’m giving you five – five good reasons to derobe, slip under the covers, put those earplugs in and shut your eyes before your roommates are even home from their night classes. Yup, that’s right.

Forget about all-nighters.

Better yet, don’t even make dinner plans past 5 p.m. Because after reading this you’ll be going to bed at around the same time as your eight-year-old cousin, and with any luck at all, waking up before your roommates have even come home.

5. You get to cheerfully wake up and greet your rotten roommates.

You know what’s better than staying up late and chillin’ with the homies? Waking up at 5 a.m. to go surf and letting that coffee grinder reverberate throughout the house, knowing that your roommates are rolling over to look at their phones only to fall back asleep for at least another four hours.

In all honesty, I really don’t enjoy accidentally waking up my roommates at the asscrack of dawn, but I do love returning home just as everyone’s waking

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Why sleep the day away? Catch a snooze then get out there and experience being young and less sleep-deprived than everyone else. up and (hopefully) making their groggy morning a little bit better.

I’m a morning person to begin with, but after being awake for four hours and going surfing, I’m practically unstoppable.

Warning: Some roommates will be less receptive to your wide awake, cheerful presence. Steer clear.

4. There’s so much more time for activities.

I learned my lesson from “Step Brothers” and arranged my room in a way that allows for optimal fun; similarly, I go to sleep and wake up early to allow for a day jampacked with my favorite sunlight-required activities. Waking up early allows me to get it all done, and in the daylight no less!

Long gone are my days of sleeping until noon and being hungover until, like, 5 p.m. Heck, by noon I’ve already gone for a run, finished class and eaten three meals, which leads me to my next point.

3. You can rationalize eating, like, 500 meals a day.

I’ve gotten a lot of flack for having the appetite of a thirteen-year-old boy. I’ve had to derail road trips, bump up dinner plans and excuse myself from social settings in the name of low blood sugar and its resulting negative consequences.

But thanks to an early bedtime and an even earlier wake up time, I feel a little less ridiculous eating three or four meals before

some people have even made it to brunch. I also avoid the late night hunger fit and can conveniently transform my mid-afternoon snack into the full blown meal it was always meant to be.

2. You get to watch the moon set and the sun rise.

Sure, winter sunsets on the West Coast can be boring. But how many times have you gotten to watch the moon set over the ocean as the sun’s rays burn through the morning fog all while feeling refreshed and present?

Dawn is truly a foreign concept to many college students.

But there’s something so magical about watching the sun greet the day, and if you’re lucky enough to experience it in the water, you’ll probably get hooked like me. A little cold and a little crazy, but undoubtedly hooked.

1. Nothing good happens after 10 p.m….

My one hang up on going to bed early is inextricably linked with my affinity for causing trouble. Some of my best memories happened long after the sun

went down, and often not long before it was set to rise.

But no technicality could throw a wrench in my subconscious plans to raise hell. Not to mention, there’s something even more liberating about being up to no good at such an unsuspecting time of day.

No one – and I mean no one – is expecting a butt hanging out of a car window when they’re drinking their cup o’ joe on the way to work. Honestly, acts of rebellion are often better received in the early morning, and those nights when you do decide to cause a ruckus will feel that much more exhilarating.

This is the opinion of Allie Heck, a junior environmental science major from Dallas, Texas. Tweet commaents to @LoyolanOpinion, or email dfeldman@theloyolan.com.

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The2015GrammyAwards:BestandWorstMoments Bianca Andrea Contributor @ivetta19

Oh, The Grammys. You were the best of times, you were the worst of times; but at least you weren’t a snooze fest. From Kanye pulling a Kanye, to Kristen Wiig dancing for Sia’s performance of “Chandelier,” here are the best and worst moments of this year’s Grammy Awards.

Best: AC/DC Takes Us on the Highway to Hell The classic rock and rollers gave us one of the best openings that the Grammys has had in years. The Aussie hard rockers performed “Rock or Bust” from their 2014 album of the same name, and of course, their famous “Highway to Hell” to open music’s biggest night on TV. It’s sad to say that most likely the only reason they were there was in conjunction with their upcoming performance this year at Coachella, but hey, as a longtime fan, I’ll take it!

Worst: Kanye’s Performance of “Only One” Auto-tune is still in? Yeezy! You’re better than that. Enough said.

Best: Kanye Strikes Again Let’s admit it, we’ve all been waiting for Kanye to barge on stage again since his previous “all hail Beyoncé” rage at the 2009 Video Music Awards.

This year, Yeezy seemed to have a change of heart. Instead of grabbing the mic from Album of the Year winner Beck, he decided to wait until after the show to rant to E! News. “Beck needs to respect artistry and he should have given his award to Beyoncé and at this point, we tired of it […],” West said. All I know is that if I were Kim Kardashian, I would be concerned about my husband’s obsession with Beyoncé.

Worst: Madonna’s Satanic Ritual Goes Gospel Choir “Real Quick” Devil horned dancers, fire and a skimpy 56-yearold Madonna took the stage in what seemed like a satanic ritual until the end, which turned into church? Either Madonna is confused, or the girl needs Jesus.

Best: Katy Perry and the #ItsOnUs Campaign Katy Perry’s performance began with a message from Barack Obama and a speech from Brooke Axtell, a survivor of domestic violence.

Axtell’s speech, both powerful and haunting, was followed with Perry’s “By The Grace of God” dedicated to victims of domestic violence. It was a reminder to the entertainment industry and the viewers at home that love should never be abusive. Contact The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) if you feel you are in danger and encourage others to do the same. The hashtag #ItsOnUs was trending worldwide after the performance.

Worst: Joan Rivers and Many Others Snubbed in Memoriam Joan Rivers, winner of Best Spoken Word Album of the night for “Diary of a Mad Diva,” was missing from this year’s memoriam, as well as The Stooges drummer Scott Asheton, Gwar’s Oderus Urungus, Mars Volta/Jack White keyboardist “Ikey” Owens, footwork pioneer DJ Rashad, Survivor singer Jimi Jamison, Primal Scream guitarist Robert “Throb” Young, Jethro Tull bassist Glenn Cornick, Static-X’s Wayne Static, DJ E-Z Rock of “It Takes Two” fame, along with many more.

Best: OMG is that Kristen Wiig?

Yes, it was. And yes, it was amazing. Kristen Wiig joined Maddie Ziegler, the 12-year-old who was featured in Sia’s music video for “Chandelier,” onstage for what was the best surprise of this year’s Grammy’s. Major kudos to Wiig; the girl can dance!

Best: Noteworthy Performances This year’s Grammys was all about collaborations, with artists of all different genres coming together. John Mayer and Ed Sheeran; Paul McCartney, Kanye West and Rihanna; Mary J. Blige and Sam Smith (Winner of four Grammys for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album); Common and John Legend; Hozier and Annie Lennox as well as many more.

This is the opinion of Bianca Andrea, a senior English major from San Luis Obispo, California. Tweet comments to @LALoyolan or email ibabadjanian@theloyolan.com.

Taking a sneak peak at a grammy after-party Poison Ivy Ivetta Babadjanian Life+Arts Editor @ivetta19

My friends and I have always been curious as to what happens after the Grammys, as the night doesn’t simply end when the show does. So when the opportunity to go to a Grammy after-party presented itself, I nobly sacrificed myself to bring back some insight to campus.

The event was the second annual Pandora After-Party presented by T-Mobile and hosted at Create Nightclub in Hollywood. The streets were packed with cars and people, as the L.A. area was alive and popping after the awards ceremony.

It’s interesting to note that the after parties begins at 8 p.m., which is when The Grammys airs on television on the West Coast. So while most of America is tuning in to see who will be the winners of the night, the actual attendees are already on their way to drink, dance and celebrate the night.

Although not as upscale as the GQ After-Party, it was nice to get a taste of what it might feel like to be a celebrity for a night. There was a mini red carpet with a line of photographers waiting to capture the poses of celebrities in attendance, including actress Porscha Colema, actor Omar Dorsey and actress Ty-

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sha Williams.

The VIP patio featured an open bar, hors d’oeuvres and a whole lot of mingling. “It doesn’t get more Hollywood than this,” said my brother and date for the night as he took a bite of kale and pine nuts.

Once inside the venue, the bass vibrated our entire bodies as we listened to the DJ for the night, rapper Lil Jon. “This isn’t a corporate party. So put your hands up if you’re not going to work tomorrow,” yelled Lil Jon to the enthusiastic crowd. And even though I knew I had to go to work and school the next day, that didn’t stop me from putting my hands

up with the rest of the partygoers.

I was pleasantly surprised to realize that Lil Jon is actually a good DJ. While most DJs stick mainly to house music — or trance or techno or whatever the terminology is — Lil Jon had a healthy mix between hip-hop and electronic music. It was awesome being able to dance and sing to a variety of hip-hop and rap songs, from iLoveMakonnen’s “Tuesday” to Notorious B.I.G.’s “Big Poppa.”

All in all, if the big league after-parties are anything remotely like the Pandora After-Party, then celebrities are having a good night whether or not they took a Grammy home.

This is the opinion of Ivetta Babadjanian, a senior communication studies from Glendale, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanArts or email ibabadjanian@theloyolan.com.

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Get creative with your Valentine’s Day celebrations Kasey’s Korner

5. Valentine’s Day Malibu Wine Safari If you’re over 21, check out this event at Saddlerock Ranch in Malibu, full of unusual wildlife as you step into the vineyard’s most exquisite wine tasting. The safari also includes a VIP giraffe feeding experience.

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ooking for some last minute Valentines plans? No worries, the Loyolan has you covered.

Whether you’re looking for something sweet to do with your loved one, or looking to ditch the Valentine’s Day celebration all together, look no further — we’ve got a list of some unique ways to spend your Valentine’s Day in L.A. 1. The Anti-Valentine’s Party If you’re looking for an unconventional Valentine’s Day surprise, look no further! What other city in the world offers up the opportunity to attend an AntiValentine’s party? Birds’ annual Anti-Valentine’s party is hosted at Birds Café/Bar on Franklin Avenue. Complete with a piñata for “aggression-release therapy” these dinner reservations are not for light-hearted love birds.

2. Valentine’s at Disney

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The Griffith Observatory is a great local area to go to for a date on Valentine’s Day, as you can attend their dinner event with your date for an amazing view of the stars. It’s bound to be a night you’ll never forget.

What’s the joy in being only an hour away from Disneyland if you don’t go to share your love at the happiest place on earth?

Complete with Valentine’s fireworks and parade displays, feel the love with your favorite Disney characters. Dinner reservations can be found all over the park and Downtown Disney, so be sure to stop by.

3. Take a cooking class There’s no better way to spend

your Valentine’s Day meal than eating one you made together. If you’re interested, Coursehorse offers up different events in the area for couples looking for a class. Spice up your relationship or sweeten it with a cozy dessert.

4. Have a romantic dinner with a view Here’s a list of some restaurants with the best views in the Los Angeles area to enjoy your Valentine’s dinner: Yamashiro

Hollywood, Geoffrey’s Malibu, Takami Sushi & Robata Restaurant and The Sky Room. If you’re looking for a way to spend the rest of your evening, bookworms can check out the Last Bookstore, California’s largest new and used book and record store.

If you’re looking for a sweet spot after dinner, be sure to check out Sprinkles Cupcakes, Millions of Milkshakes or K Chocolatier Beverly Hills.

6. “Sex and the City Zoo Dinner” The Greater Los Angeles Zoo offers up a unique experience while learning about animal mating habits. Insights are shared about relationships in the animal kingdom in a “lighthearted manner.” An optional five-course dinner is also available to feed your wild appetite.

7. Dine with the stars The Griffith Observatory is a beautiful place to share your love under the stars. Attend their dinner event and gaze at the stars with your loved one.

This is the opinion of Kasey Sobey, a freshman communication studies major from Palm Springs, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanArts, or email ibabadjanian@theloyolan.com.

How to amplify the classic Girl Scouts cookies Heather Domingo Contributor

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f I could buy a dozen Thin Mints from every Girl Scout, believe me, I would. While they’re undeniably delicious, I think it’s time to take Girl Scout cookies to the next level. Here are a few recipes that incorporate the mouth-watering cookies.

Feel free to alter and replace the ingredients to make these recipes best suited to your own taste.

Thin Mint Shake What you’ll need: Thin Mints, ice cream, milk and toppings of your choice.

How to Make It: 1. Freeze a handful of thin mints overnight.

2. Blend the frozen cookies with vanilla ice cream and milk.

3. Add your preferred toppings.

Peanut Butter Parfait What you’ll need: Yogurt or your choice of ice cream, Dosi-dos (Peanut Butter Sandwich cookies), Oreos and whipped cream.

How to Make It: 1. Mash about 10 of the Do-sidos and Oreos, each in its own Ziploc bag.

2. Fill one quarter of a cup (or however much you choose) with the ice cream or yogurt 3. Sprinkle the Oreo and Dosi-do cookie crumbles on top.

4. Layer and alternate the ice cream and cookie crumbles to get a full cup of yummy.

Simple Thanks-A-Lot S’mores What you need: Big marshmallows and Thanks-A-Lot Cookies.

How to Make It: 1. Roast the marshmallows.

2. Place the marshmallow between two Thanks-A-Lot cookies.

Girl Scout Cookie Pie Crust What you’ll need: Girl Scout cookies of your choice, four Biscoff cookies and 1/4 cup of melted butter.

How to Make It: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Pulse cookies in food processor until fine crumbs form.

3. Slowly add butter and mix until combined.

4. Press into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

5. Bake until brown and toasty (for about 10 minutes).

Layered Cake What you’ll need: Regular cake mix of your choice, a box of any Girl Scout Cookies and a cake pan.

How to Make It: 1. After preparing the cake mix, spread the cake pan a quarter of the way with the mix.

2. Place cookies on top of the mix.

3. Repeat alternating layers of cookies and cake mix.

4. Bake until brown.

Shortbread Cookie Butter What you’ll need: One sleeve of Trefoils (approx. 20 cookies), two tablespoons of light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon of vanilla, a dash of cinnamon, three tablespoons of vegetable oil, two tablespoons of milk and a food processor. Note: Recipe adapted from Trefoils box.

How to Make It: 1. Blend the cookies into fine crumbs.

2. Add the brown sugar, vanilla and cinnamon into the food processor and mix together.

3. Slowly add oil and milk, one tablespoon at a time.

4. Mix until you get a peanut butter-like consistency.

5. Refrigerate and enjoy.

This is the opinion of staff writer Heather Marie Domingo, a sophomore political science major from Bakersfield, Calif.

Tweet comments to @LoyolanArts or email ibabadjanian@theloyolan.com.

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Students and faculty restart music society The Student Music Society goes to concerts and performances in L.A. Ivetta Babadjanian Life+Arts Editor @ivetta19

“I remember how it benefitted me, and I think it’s a great part of education in music — seeing as much live music as you can. It’s such a learning experience to see professional musicians work, to be exposed to different genres of music and it’s just a lot of fun,” said music history professor and LMU alum ’97 Shanon Zusman.

During his time at LMU, Zusman was a member of the Student Music Society which has since disbanded. Along with the help of Administrative Assistant and Program Coordinator of the music program Tashi Cardinali and sophomore music major Daniella Coradini, Zusman became the faculty advisor in charge of restarting the Student Music Society. The group was formed this semester for students to get together and attend live concerts and performances.

“It’s nice to be a part of a group that’s exploring culture in Los Angeles. There’s so much this city has to offer and sometimes you need a little push to go to the opera. So this provides that opportunity,” said Zusman.

The first concert that the group attended this semester was at the L.A. Philharmonic, where stu-

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The Student Music Society gathered at the L.A. Philharmonic to see a live performance of works by Mozart and Haydn for their first event together as a group. They plan to go to a variety of concerts throughout the semester at venues such as the L.A. Opera. dents sat behind the orchestra and enjoyed the works of Mozart and Haydn. Upcoming concerts that Zusman has planned for students include a Mozart Opera at the L.A. Opera in March and another in April, which will feature a baroque orchestra performing an oratorio, which is an opera without the elaborate staging of musical theatre.

“It’s incredible. We get together during intermission and

ask, ‘Did you hear it when they did this?’ And you kind of nerd out together. It’s great because everyone really appreciates the art and you can have really great discussions about it,” said senior music major Paige Sentianin.

After the performance at the L.A. Philharmonic, the group got together and discussed the concert, their love for music and where they hope music will take them after college. Zusman him-

self is a professional bass player and enjoys performing with the Bach Collegium San Diego ensemble. He has won numerous scholarships for music, received his doctorate in Early Music and is in the process of writing a book about the history of the bass guitar. It is his experience and passion for music that qualifies him as mentor and advisor for the Student Music Society.

“It’s the perfect time in your

life to explore as much as you can. It was a very meaningful time for me when I was studying here and if you have any curiosity for music or want to meet other people who love music, this is a great chance to be a part of something,” said Zusman.

For more information, contact Daniella Coradini at dmcoradini@gmail.com or Shanon Zusman at Shanon.Zusman@lmu. edu.

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Students help curate the library’s exhibit of Civil War artifacts

The “Not Silent: Finding Voices in Civil War Artifacts” exhibit at the William H. Hannon Library began when Head of Archives and Special Collections Cynthia Becht and Associate Professor of History Carla Bittel decided it would be interesting to showcase the library’s Civil War collection. The exhibit also marks the 150th anniversary of the end of the war. The students in Becht’s seminar, History 550, were each assigned an artifact from the Civil War to research and use as the subject of a paper. The students were then asked to transform their paper into exhibit labels.

“Visitors can see how LMU students learned about the practice of history in the classroom, and then applied their research to a public history project,” said Bittel. “Also, in their work, the students demonstrate how artifacts are ‘not silent’ but speak to the experiences of diverse people in America’s past.”

The exhibit is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the 3rd floor of the Hannon Library.

- Ivetta Babadjanian, Life+Arts Editor

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Fantasy basketball players to save your season The Rezk Report from Page 16

in fantasy. In just 23.5 minutes per game, Hill is averaging 13.9 points (PPG), 3.4 rebounds (RPG), 3.4 assists (APG), 0.6 steals (SPG), 0.4 blocks (BPG) and 1.4 three pointers made (3PM). The minutes restriction due to his injuries will be lifted as he regains his form, and those numbers will only go up.

To give you a glimpse, Hill’s line adjusted to 36 minutes per game of playing time would be around 21 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 5.1 APG, 0.9 SPG and 2.1 threes made per game on 46 percent shooting from the field. Hill’s health had never been an issue before this year, and barring an unlikely trade, he will be the team’s best offensive option going forward.

Pick him up before someone else does.

Khris Middleton, small forward/shooting guard, Milwaukee Bucks Middleton, unlike Hill, has been the beneficiary of injuries.

The reason he’s on your wire is because, frankly, no one thought he would be this good or get this much of an opportunity.

When star forward Jabari Parker tore his ACL, the Bucks had a huge hole to fill at the wings.

Parker will be out the remainder of the year, which means there is basically no threat to Middleton’s minutes. The forward went from playing 24.8 minutes per game in December

to 34.8 in February so far. His numbers have been outstanding since then. In February, he is averaging 17 PPG, 2.8 SPG, 2.6 APG, 6.4 RPG and one 3PM on 53 percent shooting from the field and nearly 91 percent shooting from the free throw line. He’s owned in only 43.6 percent of leagues, which means he’s likely to be available if your team needs wing help.

Robert Covington, small forward, Philadelphia 76ers Let’s just take a minute to appreciate that not only have the Sixers unearthed some nice young talents like Covington, they have also managed to only be the third worst team in the league, record wise. Way to go, Knicks and Timberwolves.

Covington is on your waiver wire because he was actually on the NBA’s waiver wire in 2013.

Covington went undrafted, which means 30 NBA teams passed on him twice. The 76ers snatched him from the D-League this year, and he’s rewarded their faith. In five February games, Covington is averaging 18.8 PPG, 2.6 SPG, 2 APG, 6.6 RPG and making 3.6 threes per game on 44 percent shooting. Those are big time numbers. The Sixers are terrible and Covington is young, which means he’ll keep getting opportunities and shots as the team tries to develop him.

Reggie Jackson, point guard/ shooting guard, Oklahoma

City Thunder (for now) This one is more of a gamble, and changes depending on the rumor mill. Jackson is on the wire because he just hasn’t been playing well recently. In February, he’s putting up 6 PPG, 3.2 APG and 3.4 RPG while shooting 43 percent off the bench. Not too hot. But owners will remember Jackson lighting the league on fire earlier this year when forward Kevin Durant and guard Russell Westbrook were out with injuries. This pushed Jackson into the starting role, where he excelled to the tune of 20.2 PPG, 0.9 SPG, 7.8 APG, 5.2 RPG and 1.3 3PM in 13 games as a starting guard.

Jackson, since sent back to the bench, has been complaining about his role all year. The Thunder have already brought in guard Dion Waiters to replace him, and Jackson only has a year left on his contract. Jackson and Waiters have redundant skillsets, and the Thunder need help at other positions. A trade involving the talented and young Jackson would likely net them those assets. The writing is on the wall, and most expect the point guard to be dealt before the deadline at the end of February. If trade talks heat up, grab Jackson quickly.

This is the opinion of Andrew Rezk, a senior psychology major from Rancho Cucamonga, California. Tweet comments to @LoyolanSports, or email editor@theloyolan.com.

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Indiana Pacers guard George Hill (above) has raised his game recently, both in reality and in fantasy. Hill hit a clutch four-point play against the Cleveland Cavaliers and made a game winner against the Charlotte Hornets.

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Baseball starts season as Men’s water polo favorites to win the WCC player honored Baseball from Page 16

Senior Colin Welmon was named pitcher of the year by Perfect Game. Welmon was also named one of 50 players to be watched by the USA Baseball Golden Spikes Award. The senior right hand pitcher has the third best ERA in LMU history with a 2.86 batting average and has 1.86 average walks per nine innings.

His 22 wins, put him in 10th place in LMU history with a .688 winning percentage (22-10).

The Lions ended the 2014 season with a record of 32-24 and a final WCC record of 17-10, whereas LMU’s first opponent of the season, the San Jose

Spartans, finished the 2014 season with a 19-38 record. The Spartans’ highest batting average is .313 compared to recent LMU graduate Kevin Kennedy, who finished last season with a .400 batting average.

Sophomore Austin Miller ended the previous LMU season with the second highest batting average of .374.

While LMU’s highest ERA was 18.00, the average ERA overall was 3.96, only .03 more than the average of their opponents. In preparation for the game, the Lions, as a whole, should focus on increasing their average ERAs, considering San Jose’s highest

ERA last season was 9.00.

San Jose’s overall batting average during the 2014 season was .263 and they held their opponents to an overall average of .335. The Lions have a good shot of beating the Spartans’ average, considering the Lions finished the previous season with a .290 batting average, while their opponents finished with .259.

Welmon will pitch the first throw of the season during the Lions’ opening game against San Jose State University on Friday, Feb. 13, at 6 p.m. at Page Stadium.

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Senior attacker Emanuel Di Stasio (above), was the Lions’ leading scorer and most dangerous offensive weapon last season.

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Baseball is the pride of LMU sports in the spring semester. The Lions are the consensus pick to win the WCC conference this season, as they feature highly-ranked prospects like senior pitcher Colin Welmon.

Posillipo Under-20 Italian Championship team in 2008, 2009 and 2010. In addition, he earned the Progetto Laboratorio Sportivo Award in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009.

Di Stasio, initially drawn to LMU because of the water polo team, emphasized the continuing success of the program. “I think LMU puts a lot

of effort into their athletics, and they deserve to be recognized.

LMU is not one of those big schools, but it’s definitely valid in their academic and athletic programs,” he said. “I think the water polo program has always stood out as one of the better athletic programs at LMU, which comes with the advantage of being in Southern California, where there are more teams to play and more space to improve.”

Athlete SPOTLIGHT Stephanie Maciel Sport: Softball

Class: Junior

Major: Marketing

Hometown: Yorba Linda, CA

Q: What’s the team chemistry been like this season and how does it compare to previous seasons?

A: We’re honestly like a family. I’d do anything for every single member of the team. We trust and care for one another so much. I have confidence in all my teammates. The attitude and intensity of the team has improved a lot more over the course of the past seasons.

Q: Do you get pregame jitters? If so, how do you attempt to relieve them?

A: Sometimes. Definitely during the first game of the season and when we play big teams, but I’ll put my headphones in my ears and envision myself hitting every play and that tends to help.

Q: How do you feel about being selected as part of the 14-member All-WCC preseason team?

A: To others it’s a title, but personally it reflects all the hard work that I’ve put in over the years, and it shows that I’m doing something right. It seems to say that I’m getting to where I want to be.

Q: What are you hoping to achieve this season? Do you want to break any records?

A: I want to be All-American, hopefully. My season goal, however, is to break a 300 batting average.

Q: Is there anything you hope to improve on that’s challenged you in the past?

A: I want to be a better leader for my team. I want to motivate all of my teammates, and I hope that we all stay on the same page and I show them that I’m giving them my all.

Q: How will you go about making that improvement?

A: Through my actions. I want my team to see that I’m aspiring to be a better leader by the way I go about things such as staying late after practices or coming in early. I want to show the team how to succeed rather than talk about it.

Q: Do you have any team rituals to pump yourselves up for the game?

A: We do, but I can’t really talk about them. Sometimes we’ll chant or do a handshake, but that’s all I can say.

Q: Favorite movie?

A: “42.” The scene that resonates with me is the one in which the Dodgers are playing the Pirates.

The Pirates’ coach is making racial slurs and instead of flying off of the handle and losing his position, Jackie Robinson beats his bat uncontrollably and internalizes his anger.

Q: Celebrity crush?

A: Henry Cavill.

Q: Favorite meal to over-indulge?

A: Sprinkles cupcakes.

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sports LIONBITES WOMEN’S BASKETBALL The women’s basketball team lost in a feat against BYU on Saturday, Feb. 7. The Lions were unable to narrow BYU’s lead by no more than 13 points. The Lions ended the first half of the game 15 points short with a score of 41-26. During the second half, both BYU and LMU earned 33 points, but BYU ended with 74 total points, leaving the score at 74-59. Senior Emily Ben-Jumbo and sophomore guard Leslie Lopez-Wood led LMU with 16 points each, while Lexi Eaton and Morgan Bailey led the Cougars with 24 and 20 points, respectively. The Lions will face off against Gonzaga Thursday in Gersten

SOFTBALL LMU’s softball team defeated Northwestern State twice this past weekend, improving their performance following their loss against Sacramento State on Saturday. Sophomore infielder Alex Finie led LMU with two hits per game, followed by sophomore outfielder Amanda Dirks with three hits and three runs batted in (RBI). During the top of the sixth inning the Lady Demons scored one run, leaving the score at 2-1. LMU earned two more runs during the bottom of the sixth.

LMU finished the first game with a score of 4-1. The Lions, now 2-1, hope to do the same on Friday against Loyola University

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SCORES UPDATE W. W POLO

LION

6-4 W

SOFTBALL

vs. Marist

SPORTS

W. BBALL

74-59 L at BYU

8-5 W

vs. NW State

M. BBALL

87-68 L vs. BYU

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Baseball looks to open 2015 strong LMU baseball will begin its season as the WCC favorite at home on Friday evening.

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The LMU baseball team is preparing to begin the 2015 season this Friday. The Lions are off to a good start following Perfect Game’s announcement that LMU is currently ranked to earn first place in the WCC Championships this season.

According to Perfect Game’s website, senior David Edwards ranks 38th amongst senior baseball players nationally, while junior Trevor Megill ranks 56th, and freshman Tylor Megill ranks 18th on their respective lists.

Following the conclusion of the 2014 season, Edwards hit .240, playing 52 of 56 games, and earned 25 total runs, nine doubles, a triple and two home runs. Trevor Megill was drafted in the third round of the 2014 MLB Draft, although he did not play for the Lions last season. During the 2013 season, he finished with a 2.72 earned run average (ERA), 45 hits, 11 walks and a .188 batting average. Freshman Tylor Megill will begin his first season with the Lions on Friday. Megill was ranked 92 in the country

by Perfect Game during his time at Los Alamitos High School.

Sophomore infielder David Fletcher was named player of the year by Perfect Game.

Fletcher finished the 2014 season with .329 hits, 37 runs, six doubles, two triples, 28 runs batted in (RBI) and started all 56 games as an LMU shortstop. During his first season at LMU, he nabbed All-WCC and WCC AllFreshman team honors.

Best NBA fantasy pick ups Di Stasio named All-American See Baseball | Page 15

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t’s mid-February, and that means we are most of the way through the National Basketball Association (NBA) season. It also means we are most of the way through the fantasy basketball season. For many, their fantasy fate has been sealed. If you’re anything like the guy at the bottom of my fantasy league, you’ve probably given up hope by now.

But there is some chance for redemption.

There are players sitting on the waiver wire, ready to be claimed, that can change the outcome of the rest of your season.

They may not take you from last to first, but they can definitely help you move up a spot or two in your league. Let’s break down who the best fantasy pickups are and why they’re on the wire in the first place. Note that all of the players mentioned below are owned by less than 55 percent of ESPN fantasy owners.

George Hill, point guard, Indiana Pacers Hill has been plagued by injuries all season long. In fact, he’s only been available for 14 of the 53 games the Pacers have played this season. His inability to stay healthy is the reason he’s only owned in 48.8 percent of fantasy leagues. When Hill has played, he’s been outstanding, both in reality and See The Rezk Report | Page 14

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Senior infielder David Edwards (above) will try to lead a loaded LMU squad to a WCC championship. Edwards started in 51 of the team’s games and scored 25 runs last season.

Water polo player Emanuel Di Stasio was named an Honorable Mention All-American.

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On Tuesday, Feb. 3, the Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches (ACWPC) named LMU men’s water polo’s junior attacker Emanuel Di Stasio an Honorable Mention All-American. Recipients of these awards are selected by ACWPC member coaches from around the country with an indepth knowledge of the players and of water polo.

The members chosen for the NCAA All-American Water Polo Team demonstrate immense athletic talent in the pool, exercise leadership and play an important role in building the sport. The prestigious All-American mention ultimately recognizes a special group of noteworthy players for their honorable efforts and contributions to water polo. Di Stasio is one of the 36 players from across the nation recognized with an Honorable Mention.

On receiving the award, Di Stasio commented, “To me it means the team gave a lot to me. The award is not about myself, but it is more about what we have accomplished

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Junior attacker Emanuel Di Stasio (above), the Lions’ leading scorer, had his work last season recognized on the national stage, as he was named an Honorable Mention All-American.

The team scoring leader threw in 42 goals and added 22 assists and 16 steals last season.

as a team.”

Di Stasio contributed 42 goals, 22 assists and 16 steals for LMU in the 2014 season.

The Lions finished 9-18 and competed in the WWPA title game at the annual conference championships.

“I was definitely surprised. I knew I had done well throughout the season. I’ve helped the team a

lot, but I didn’t think I was going to get any kind of award. I’m more worried about getting better for next season than cheering myself up with an award. This is more of a starting point than it is a finishing point,” said Di Stasio.

Di Stasio is a mechanical engineering major from Naples, Italy. Prior to attending LMU, he See Water Polo | Page 15

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