Mace & Crown - February 1, 2017

WEDNESDAY | 2.1.2017 | MACEANDCROWN.COM | Vol. 60, Issue 15

D.R.A.M. Comes Home

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Monarchs Go 2-0 in Texas

This Game Is Fire

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Crime Log

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JANUARY 24 A vehicle break-in was reported to have occurred on Berkley Avenue at 3 p.m.

JANUARY 23 A vehicle theft was reported to have occurred on Indian River Roadat 10:02 a.m.

JANUARY 26 A vehicle theft was reported to have occurred on Walker Avenue at 3:30 p.m.

JANUARY 23 A theft was reported to have occurred on Industrial Avenue at 12 p.m.

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1/28/2017

LARCENY (ALL OTHERS)

2400 BLOCK COLLEY AV

170128000074

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

VANDALISM

900 BLOCK AVENUE J

170128000060

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

LARCENY-PARTS FROM AUTO

900 BLOCK DRUID CIR

170128000059

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

STOLEN VEHICLE

3000 BLOCK PERONNE AV

170128000039

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

LARCENY (ALL OTHERS)

100 BLOCK W 21ST ST

170128000021

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

170128000017

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

WEAPONS VIOLATIONS (ALL OTH2800 BLOCK BALLENTINE BLVD ERS) SHOOT INTO OCCUPIED DWELLING 1300 BLOCK JOHNSTONS RD

170128000015

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

CONCEALED WEAPON

170128000082

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

SHOOT INTO OCCUPIED DWELLING 3700 BLOCK TAIT TER

170128000013

Norfolk Police

1/28/2017

VANDALISM

3700 BLOCK TAIT TER

170128000013

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

BURGLARY-RESIDENCE

1300 BLOCK MILTON ST

170127000102

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

VANDALISM

400 BLOCK NAVAL BASE RD

170128000027

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

300 BLOCK EL PASO AV

170128000055

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY (ALL OTHERS)

3300 BLOCK TAIT TER

170128000043

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

VANDALISM

6300 BLOCK CHESAPEAKE BLVD

170127000083

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

7500 BLOCK GRANBY ST

170127000073

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

7500 BLOCK GRANBY ST

170127000073

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

7500 BLOCK GRANBY ST

170127000073

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

7500 BLOCK GRANBY ST

170127000073

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

7500 BLOCK GRANBY ST

170127000073

Norfolk Police

1/27/2017

LARCENY-FROM BUILDING

7500 BLOCK GRANBY ST

170127000073

Norfolk Police

700 BLOCK MICHIGAN AV

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Paint Night Helps Students Unwind Webb Council Brief

Work on display from the SAC Paint Nite.

Photo by Amelia Baucum

LOCAL NEWS Brown Bag Lunch Series The Office of Intercultural Relations will be kicking off their Brown Bag Lunch Series with a talk on LGBT and Biracial identities on Feb. 15. Students are encouraged to bring their lunches to an interactive discussion on relevant topics about the LGBT community. The event will be held in the River Rooms located in Webb Center from 12-1 p.m.

Using Social Media as a Network Tool Career Development Services will be continuing their “Working Wednesdays” with a presentation on “Linking in with Social Media and Other Networking Tools” on Feb. 8 in the Career Commons located in Webb Center. Come listen to advice on how to use social media to your advantage within your career field from noon to 1 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP at www.odu.edu/cds.

Get Ready for ‘Go Natural Day’ To fight the negative expectations that the beauty industry pushes on women, the Women’s Center will be hosting a “Go Natural Day” on Feb. 15. The event will include a photo shoot for women who would like to come with no makeup or hair products to show that women are still beautiful without these items. The photoshoot will be held at the North Mall located in Webb Center at 11 a.m.

Need Help With Budget Requests?

Student organizations needing help creating a budget for the 2017-18 academic year are invited to come to the SGA Finance Budget Party being held on Feb. 9 in the U-Center located in Webb Center. SGA members will be present from 2-9 p.m. helping students with the steps in submitting a budget for your organization. Anyone who would like to attend is encouraged to RSVP on Monarch Link and any questions about the event can be sent to sgafinance@odu.edu. Food will be provided.

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Erin Sudek Assistant News Editor Students came to relax and create their own personal pieces of art with a paint night hosted by the Student Activities Council. Attendees showed up on Jan. 26 to receive paint lessons during two consecutive sessions held in the River Rooms in Webb Center.

SAC hired Color Me Mine to come in and set up the space and provide materials.

“We are a painting and pottery studio. We’re staffing this event so most of us walking around are with Color Me Mine. We brought all the supplies and we are here to help,” Ronda Baucom said, owner of Color Me Mine.

Upon entering, students decided on a subject they wanted to paint out of three options and then took instructions and corresponding paint colors back to their table. The options included a wine glass, a tomato vine and two song birds on a branch with flowers.

There were 13 tables across the room with everything students needed to create their paintings. There were different kinds of paint brushes, bowls of water, paper towels and small canvases on the tables ready to use.

“We hope everyone can come out and chill, paint, show off your skills if you have them and if you don’t, you can still paint some good things. I’m

surprised how many people came out with their friends. It’s a good crowd,” Latesia Mcdaniels-Bailey, an SAC member, said.

There was music playing to help with the relaxed atmosphere and refreshments were provided. Students took this unique opportunity to play around with paint and painting techniques, which many aren’t usually able to do.

Even though there were only three choices, every picture ended up looking different. The directions from instructors on how to paint each picture gave helpful tips but left plenty of room for imagination and experimentation.

Other students used the night's activities to unwind with friends and take their mind off the stress of class and everyday life.

“Painting is very relaxing and therapeutic. I think people should do more of it because it calms the brain, heart and soul,” Amelia Baucum, a sophomore, said.

Allowing students to express themselves through different forms of art, like painting, was a great way to alleviate pressure and stress during the school week. Being able to take home a piece of self-made art boosted self-esteem and provided something positive to look at that made them feel proud.

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Morgan Engelhardt News Editor Monarch organization representatives convened in the Cape Charles Room Thursday and discussed the following: Ellen Neufeldt came to discuss updates on the plans for the Webb Center. Plans are still being deliberated on how reconstruction of the building will proceed and where student organizations will meet during and after construction. Possibilities of using the old Education building for organization offices were discussed. Until solid plans are made, plans for the Webb Center are on hold.

The Webb Center will open a handicap accessible and gender neutral bathroom mid-February.

It will be located near the North Café.

LSI is working with ITS to upgrade the new online event manager. They are hoping to make the process easier by allowing students to access the site with their MIDAS information and see events in real time.

Room capacity signs have been ordered to put within meeting spaces within the Webb Center.

On Feb. 5, Broderick Dining Commons will have a Super Bowlthemed menu. Any students who arrive before 9 p.m. will be allowed to stay until 11 p.m. to watch the game.

Areas within Café 1201 will possibly be used as event space while it’s closed due to its shorter hours. Part of Café 1201 may be an “as-is” space to use for larger events with a capacity of 200.

The Student Activity Council will be opening up positions on its board. Applications will be available in a few weeks on Monarch Link.

For any student organization interested in attending a Webb Council meeting, there will be three more meetings during the Spring 2017 semester: Feb. 23, March 30 and April 20. All take place in the Cape Charles Room from 12:30-1:30 p.m.

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So-Called 'Muslim Ban' Sparks Outrage Morgan Engelhardt News Editor

ODU student entrepreneurs Blade Taylor and Janay Brown discuss entrepreneurship @ ODU with SSCA attendees.

Photo by T.J. Thompson

State of the Startup Community Address T.J. Thompson Staff Writer Student entrepreneurs received the opportunity to participate in the 2017 State of the Startup Address through the Strome Entrepreneurial Center Jan. 26 at the Slover Library. Blade Taylor, Janay Brown and Patrick Ryan participated in the entrepreneur showcase sharing their businesses.

President Trump’s recent executive order targeting the temporary ban of refugees and citizens from seven predominantly Muslim countries has incited outrage both here and abroad.

Multiple visa holders attempting to enter the U.S. from Iran, Sudan, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Libya and Somalia were detained in airports across the country. The ban has affected more than 218 million people from entering the U.S., according to CNN. The ban enacted on Friday sent confusion and chaos through law enforcement, U.S. airports and the affected countries, resulting in the detaining of those with legal visas.

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe opposes the executive order.

“On behalf of Virginia, I urge @ POTUS to rescind this EO and return the United States to its place as a beacon of hope for all,” McAuliffe said in a tweet.

Protests have erupted in multiple airports across the nation, including Virginia’s own Washington Dulles International Airport. Hundreds of protestors filled the international terminal on Saturday night in opposition and demanded the release of those who were currently detained.

Lawyers from the International Assistance Project came to join the protests to represent those being held at the airport by Customs and Border Protection. Protesters chanted “let them see their lawyers now.”

Democratic Sen. Cory Booker from New Jersey also joined those protesting at Dulles Airport.

“We must stand at witness, we must stand as resistors, we must stand in opposition to what others are trying to do to violate the law, the constitution and our values,” Booker said.

Dulles Airport was only one of the many airports filled with protestors.

Some of the biggest protests were also seen at Logan International Airport in Boston, JFK International Airport

and Chicago's O’Hare International Airport.

However, U.S District Judge Ann Donnelly took executive action Saturday evening to temporarily block deportation of anyone currently within U.S. airports. This meant that anyone being detained from the seven countries listed in the executive order could remain in the U.S. for now. This came after the American Civil Liberties Union filed a petition for Hameed Khalid Darweesh, interpreter for the U.S. military and Haider Alshawi, a U.S. contractor, who were both detained because of their Iraqi origin.

The two were later released, but dozens still remain detained at JFK International.

The ban will remain in effect for 90 days and the ban on admission of refugees will last for 120 days.

“This is a violation of equal protection. It is a religiously based ban,” Rep. Keith Ellison said. Ellison was the first elected member of Congress that is Muslim.

The event included a presentation from Zack Miller, host of Hampton Roads Business Weekly. Miller stated that the Hampton Roads area has slipped from a ranking of 18 to 32 between 2015 and 2016, based upon research from the Kaufman Index of Startup Activity.This drop represents stagnation, according to Miller.

“It’s a great event to get an idea of where the startup community is and how we can grow,” studententrepreneur Patrick Ryan said when reflecting upon his experience.

Each week during the semester, Strome Entrepreneurial Center features guest speakers and events Tuesdays and Thursdays covering a range of topics such as startup capital, how to pitch your business idea and where to begin in beginning your own business. These events occur from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in SEC. The services offered by SEC are available to students and faculty. You can come and listen in person or view the live stream at their Facebook page “ODUStromeEntrepreneurialCenter.”

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Tune into CBS on Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. to catch the 59th Annual Grammy Awards

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Hampton Roads Welcomes Home Big Baby D.R.A.M. Kelsey Walker Arts & Entertainment Editor My first Instagram DM was from D.R.A.M. “Hey there lil lady, lemme play a tune for ya,” it read, accompanied by an image of the Jim Hensen muppet, Dr. Teeth.

I wasn’t sure how to respond, so I never did.

I had met Shelley MassenburgSmith, a.k.a. D.R.A.M., during a magazine interview for another artist in 2014. Sitting off to the side of the interview was an enigmatic figure. He grinned from ear to ear, so much so that his eyes barely appeared open.

His dreads hung down around his face as he rolled a blunt, slowly and skillfully.

His name was D.R.A.M., and though he didn’t say much of anything, that smile never faded.

A few weeks later at the magazine’s launch party, D.R.A.M. was handed the mic. He burst into “CHA CHA” and the packed-out venue went crazy. The crowd danced and bounced

along with the singer as he jumped around on and off stage, crooning to the funky beat from “1 Epic Summer.”

It was this very song that Beyoncé danced to in an Instagram video in 2015 that projected D.R.A.M. into the spotlight on rap websites and blogs all over the world.

Back on Jan. 15, D.R.A.M. made his way back home to the Hampton Roads area to perform at The NorVa on his Big Baby D.R.A.M. tour.

The crowd was just as ready to party with the Hamptonnative as they were in 2014.º River Tiber started off the night, setting the vibe early. The band grooved to layered vocals, systematic beats and synth instrumentals. “Gravity,” plummeted the audience into a love song as Tiber softly sang, “Been floating so high / The air’s getting thin / The moon on the tide / That’s how you pull me in.”

Their sound was reminiscent of

bands that make music with keyboards in their basements, except far more refined and mature. Along with an intense guitar solo, “No Talk” was a peak highlight of their moody set list.

Wasting no time, Ari Lennox took the stage shortly after. Lennox slinked from left to right, bouncing around and grinding solo.

Her vocals proved her to be a powerhouse. Sensual lyrics and instrumentals guided the set, and she wasn’t afraid to get personal with the crowd.

“Let me ask you a question,” Lennox said as the music to “Backseat” started. “Have you ever had sex in the backseat of a car?”

Both Tiber and Lennox played short but incredibly sweet sets.

Finally, the audience was ready for D.R.A.M.’s long-awaited homecoming. The crowd cheered as he made his way on stage, his signature grin gleaming under the bright lights of The NorVa. “I had to tell myself to go and get it myself,” he sang, “'Cause I got tired of waiting on everyone else.”

The opening track on “Big Baby D.R.A.M.,” “Get It Myself,” speaks to an individual’s motivation to grind until you make it. The words were humbling coming from the Grammynominated Hampton native.

After the song ended he shouted out to his family within the audience, including his mother.

“If you love your mama like I love my mama, say yeah!”

Moving on to the modern romance love song, “Cute,” the audience sang along.

The lyrics, “Even though it’s cliché / I saw you on your Instagram / And I think you’re cute,” speak to the world of Instagram DM’s that our generation and D.R.A.M. are all too

“When I say ‘spread love,’ you say ‘spread love.’”

BITS OF A&E ODU Adventures: Great Wolf Lodge Bus Trip The Student Activities Council has scheduled a trip to Great Wolf Lodge on Feb. 11. Great Wolf Lodge is an indoor water park located in Williamsburg. Enjoy water slides, tube rides, a surf simulator and more. Register on Monarch Link or stop by the Student Activities Council office in the U-Center for more information.

Veer Magazine to Hold Local Music Awards Hampton Roads’ independent publication, Veer, will host the 2017 Local Music Awards on Feb. 8 at Naro Cinema. Similar to the Grammy Awards, local bands are nominated in more than 30 categories. The event will be sponsored by Starr Hill Brewery with proceeds benefiting Hope House Foundation. Tickets are $10.

Investigate the Human Experience with ‘Continuum’ “Continuum” is an exhibition of drawings, sculpture and sitespecific installation featuring works by artists Anne Smith, Melissa Hill and Sarah Irvin. Investigate how time, space and self interact with and shape each other through the lens of the human experience. The exhibition will be on display until Feb. 19 at the Baron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries.

familiar with. His homage to modern relationships continued with “WiFi,” a track that featured Erykah Badu on the album.

“Is there signal in your house / While we chillin’ on the couch, baby / Do you got Wi-Fi?” The track captures the “Netflix and chill” state of mind perfectly as D.R.A.M. sing-talked to an unknown lover over groovy beats and breezy chimes. Midway through the song he jumped down from the stage, hovering over the railing to get closer to the audience as they reached for him.

He paused between songs to say, “When I say ‘spread love,’ you say ‘spread love.’” The phrase was a gentle reminder as we move into a divided time for our country.

One of the more beautiful moments of the night was when D.R.A.M.’s mother was brought on stage. He sang “Special” to her, an interlude featured on Chance The Rapper’s “Coloring Book.” She was handed a mic as they sang to each other. It was an honest moment between a mother and son, and the audience looked on with tearful eyes.

Paying tribute to his home state, “Sweet Va Breeze” brought on a nostalgic feel with his soft vocals and the church-like keyboard notes. The audience chilled out and swayed from side to side.

“That happened to be my favorite song ever recorded,” D.R.A.M. told the crowd as they burst into applause, further solidifying his love for Virginia.

After a mostly low-key set D.R.A.M. was ready to let loose, and so was the audience. He burst into “Cash Machine,” the anthem that anyone who's made it can relate to and those who haven’t yet can aspire to.

“I ain’t talking to you broke b----es / I got money now,” D.R.A.M. sang over a Charlie Brown-like tune that quickly picked up into a heavy beat.

Similar to the music video for “Cash

Super Bowl Party at The Dirty Buffalo What would you do if you won free wings for a year? If you are in attendance at The Dirty Buffalo’s Super Bowl Party on Feb. 5, you may find out. The local favorite is offering prizes and giveaways, including a grand prize of free wings for a year. To honor Super Bowl LI (51), wings will be on sale for 51 cents from kick-off to halftime. Reserve a seat for $10.

Slover Library to Host Write-In The Muse Writers Center along with Slover Library will host WriteIns at the downtown library the second Saturday of each month.

On Feb. 11, beginners and experienced writers are welcome to practice in an environment with no pressures or deadlines.

Exercises and prompts will be provided by local authors from 2:30-4 p.m.

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Machine,” he grabbed a plastic gun and shot out fake cash to the excited crowd.

Keeping the momentum up, D.R.A.M. jumped into the Grammynominated anthem of summer 2016, “Broccoli.” He ran backstage only to come back with Idnit, his beloved dog featured on the cover of “Big Baby D.R.A.M.” “Broccoli” captured both the world and The NorVa’s audience on Jan. 15 with its catchy, upbeat tune. The artist’s self-described “trappy-go-lucky” vibe is a welcome addition among hiphop fans who’ve grown somewhat tired of “sad” rappers. The track talks about being treated differently after making it big, from girls following him at parties to an “acquired taste for salmon on a bagel.”

D.R.A.M. left the stage after “Broccoli” only to come back out to sing it again, this time jumping into the crowd to make his way to the merch table with his bodyguard following close behind.

"Broccoli," which features Lil Yachty, is up for a Grammy for Best Rap/Sung Performance. A standout feature in the mix of the laid back, funky vibe "Big Baby D.R.A.M." brings, the track hit double platinum in September 2016.

"To be honest, I thought I was going to be well received but strictly on the SoundCloud platform," D.R.A.M. told Billboard last August.

When asked to describe his sound and style, he explained, "it's like a Mewtwo, if you're talking Pokemon.

Just rare."

“Big Baby D.R.A.M. is home” was the theme for the night, and the audience didn’t forget it for a second. The entire show felt like a long love letter to Hampton Roads, and his gracious smile and encouragement to spread love was exactly what we all needed.

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MONARCH STYLE Inside Chanel’s Spring-Summer 2017 Collection Kim Bering Staff Writer

Community Gallery artist Jamie Betts discusses his photography series Left Behind with attendees.

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New Exhibitions at Virginia MOCA Kickoff 2017 T.J. Thompson Staff Writer The ambiance was set in the atrium of the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Friday night for their Winter/Spring 2017 opening.

Guests were greeted with glasses of champagne and refreshments provided by numerous local catering companies. The galleries were opening for the private champagne preview just as the atrium was beginning to bustle.

As viewers entered the galleries, they were met with the “Mindful: Exploring Mental Health Through Art” exhibition. The displays give imageless issues within society such as depression or post-traumatic stress disorder tangible features. These mediums, which can be seen and touched, allow the viewer a perception of mental health through the artists’ works.

“The Mindful exhibition is poignant for everyone, especially students, in helping to break down the barriers and stigma around mental health,” Dot Greene, Public Relations and Marketing Specialist for MOCA, said. “We hope this exhibition is a springboard for people to get help.”

Greene further discussed the other activities with the Mindful exhibition, including a community forum Feb. 23 on mental health. This forum will feature panelists from the exhibition as well as mental health

professionals. It is free and open to the public.

Moving along through the galleries into the Community Gallery is “Left Behind,” a series by Jamie Betts. Betts’ photographs capture a preservation of the past in a present state of decay.

The images include abandoned buildings, construction sites and a site near Williamsburg with oversized busts of past U.S. presidents.

Betts is from Richmond and attended the opening. He was engaged in conversation with attendees on sites along I-64 between Virginia Beach and Richmond that are fitting of his camera lens.

Bridging the path between the “Mindful” and “Left Behind” exhibitions are the “New Waves 2017” juried exhibition and Nevet Yitzhak digital exhibition, “Warcraft.” “New Waves 2017” is in its 22nd season.

“Warcraft” by Nevet Yitzhak utilizes digital media to portray images and sounds associated with war.

The display features war rugs from Afghanistan as the backdrop in this virtual projection. The rugs utilize imagery such as tanks and helicopters mixed with traditional geometric patterns that have been woven into these rugs for centuries.

The images are not stagnant.

Yitzhak utilizes the digital media platforms to bring the scenes in the rugs to life. This creates an intentionally pixelated battle scene taking observ-

ers’ minds to memories of early video game graphics and sound effects.

The artist utilizes this video game motif because she views video games as creating a desensitization within society to war. This mixed with the evolution of the war rug from century-old patterns to including images of war draws the viewer into a virtual world and brings that reality that much closer.

Opening night at MOCA showcased an invaluable asset to the Hampton Roads art community. Attendees were able to enjoy works from nationally recognized artists as well as those from the Hampton Roads community. Providing a gathering place for modern and contemporary art, MOCA has plenty to offer the local artist and art observer communities.

Through the utilization of art, MOCA has curated a series of galleries to attract a wide array of people, from the contemporary to the more subtle art fans. Take advantage of this resource in your community and expand your understanding of the Hampton Roads art community.

These exhibitions are available for viewing by the public through April 16. MOCA is located at 2200 Parks Ave. in Virginia Beach. Hours of operation and further information can be obtained from their website at www.virginiamoca.org.

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Karl Lagerfeld, successful head designer for Chanel, introduced his newest designs for the 2017 Spring-Summer Haute Couture collection. The different “sets” within the collection were categorized by style and heavily inspired by the brand’s iconic founder, Coco Chanel. They represent the sophisticated yet girlish side of women’s fashion. The models showcased various fits and styles in blush pinks, sage greens, whites, greys and lavenders.

Lagerfeld carries on the iconic legacy that Chanel left.

Every design within the 2017 haute couture collection circulated around emphasizing the feminine features of women, as Chanel did. The Mirrored Set, Belts, Skirtsuits, Pussy-Bow Blouses, Feathers and the Bride were presented in the hall of mirrors in Paris.

The runway was constructed with reflective tiling and towering mirrors topped with calla lilies, appropriate for the first collection, the Mirrored Set. It was inspired by the mirrored staircase within Coco Chanel’s apartment. The set included flounces of sequins and feathers with a delicate color pallet of pastel shades. With formal A-line fits, this set circulated around classic special occasion wear.

The Belts set heavily represents a large part of Chanel’s designs. Nearly every ensemble in the 2017 collection was belted, as it emphasizes the delicate feminine waistline. This set also introduced various pant suits, evening gowns, ruffled frocks and silk midi dresses that were all completed with a thick solid colored belt.

The Skirtsuits set also hinted at Chanel’s history – Coco Chanel was famously known for posh professional attire. The intricate woven tweeds had a classic and appropriate style fit.

The tailored hem fell just above the knee, as the high neckline was decorated with a structured lapel or a black ribbon tied into a bow. Chanel specializes in the alluring appeal of an appropriate suit.

The Pussy-Bow Blouses set was unique not only in design, but in meaning. The title of the set hints at a peaceful protest to advocate women’s rights. Lagerfeld has been known to convey political messages through his designs and collections, but the dramatic plunging necklines and art deco cuts in this set boldly expressed a confidence in an un-subtle protest.

The Feathers section was the last full set to be shown.

This collection featured formal evening wear, covering the silhouetted fit with silver sequins. They were complemented by airy white or pink feathers that guarded the hem, shoulders or bodice. The simple modern gowns reflected off of the mirrored surroundings, depicting an angelic halo-like appeal.

The Bride set featured just one design worn by Lily-Rose Depp, delicately walking the runway as the frills bounced around her. The baby pink gown with hundreds of ruffled tiers, full sleeves, tight buttoned bodice and flowing train of ruffles captivated the audience. The undoubtedly ladylike and extravagant gown perfectly represents what Chanel advocates—embracing the power of feminine attributes.

What can we learn from Lagerfeld’s haute couture designs?

It is entirely possible to dress both appealing and appropriate.

Chanel even made a skirt suit look sexy! A pastel palette with ladylike fits is all you need to make a statement. Lagerfeld’s designs represent the power in realizing feminine qualities, gender and the ability to rightfully advocate these things.

“Fashion is always of the time in which you live. It is not something standing alone. But the grand problem, the most important problem, is to rejuvenate women,” Chanel once said.

Even several decades ago, Chanel designers advocated for empowering women and valuing the feminine worth. Fashion has a way of influencing greatness, even in a stylish suit.

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‘AFI (The Blood Album)’

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Goth punk veterans AFI (A Fire Inside) have returned with their self-titled release also subtitled, “The Blood Album.” A solid offering by the Ukiah, California quartet, the compilation incorporates their signature punk, alternative sound with darkwave and straight-ahead rock elements, while adhering to the “all killer, no filler” approach as described

by AFI guitarist, Jade Puget.

“AFI” represents the “back to basics” sound that helped propel them onto the music scene since their inception in 1991. Ten studio albums, 10 EPs, one live album and a DVD have chronicled a band that appears to be entering a new era under their

old musical premise taking control of their sound. The album launches listeners on a journey throughout the 14-track offering.

Within the roaring heights of “White Offerings” to the melodramatic “Snow Cats,” released Oct. 27 via Spotify, both tracks attest to the anthemic aesthetic the rest of the album possesses. Frontman Davey Havok continues to moan and belt out trademark vocals in dynamic fashion to the punk, alt-rock, postpunk soundscape employed by multitalented musicians Puget, Adam Carson and Hunter Burgan.

Other tracks, such as the exposition “Dark Snow,” the spatial mind

meld “Aurelia” and the guitar-laden bombastic rhythms of “Get Hurt” round out a record that continually cycles on an emotional energy overload.

The new record, released on Jan. 20, is quickly rising on The Billboard 200. Their previous releases, 2013’s “Burials” and 2009’s “Crash Love,” have fans conditioned to expect lengthy periods between the band’s volatile music explorations.

“The Blood Album,” in conjunction with new record label Concord Records, includes the LP issued on four limited edition vinyl hues correlating with the four blood types: A, O, B and AB

Nicky Jam ‘Fénix’

Singer-songwriter Nick Rivera Caminero, better known by his stage name Nicky Jam, brings his reggaeton party back after a 10-year studio hiatus with “Fénix.” A generous 26-song setlist, which dropped on Jan. 20, provides his transnational, multigenreinfused sound to emanate reggaeton’s second global wave embedded in his savvy and resilient musical persona.

Reggaeton, a fusion of hip-hop, Latin American and Caribbean music interlaced with rapping and singing, typically in Spanish, has been a major part of Caminero’s sound since his youth.

Born to a Puerto Rican father and a Dominican mother, he worked ille-

gally in a grocery store to help support his family as a minor while honing his craft by improvising while bagging groceries. A homeless man jokingly gave him his stage name.

“Fénix” is not only an extended set for fans of the Latin music superstar, it is also an A-list of collaborations with some of the biggest names in the industry, to include Enrique Iglesias and Daddy Yankee.

An album predominantly in Spanish, “El perdón (with Enrique Iglesias)” and “Hasta el amanecer” define Caminero’s signature vocals with that addictive, reggaeton vibe.

“El amante” digs into the singer’s seductive baritone range while Eng-

lish tracks “I Can’t Forget You” and “Without You” propel the singer further against an infectious, electronic accompaniment.

Opening track “El ganador” was recently complemented by its music video chronicling Caminero’s rise to fame despite a troubled past that saw him jailed for substance abuse. Nicky Jam’s “Fénix” rises to new heights and it also finds him with a stronger sense of purpose today, reconnecting with and generating new fans of reggaeton.

Look for Caminero’s acting debut alongside Vin Diesel in “xXx: Return of Xander Cage.”

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Nathan East ‘Reverence’

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Considered one of the most recorded bass players in music with more than 2,000 recordings to his credit, legendary jazz, R&B and rock bassist Nathan East offers “Reverence,” the follow-up to his Grammy-nominated, 2014 self-titled debut solo album.

East has a unique place within the music industry. His decades of gigs with the likes of Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, Whitney Houston, Kenny Loggins and Daft Punk established him as one of music’s most in-demand bassists. His own band, the Grammynominated supergroup Fourplay, has been at the forefront of smooth jazz for more than 25 years.

While his 2014 solo effort earned

him a Grammy nod for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album, the vast amount of charts recorded created leftovers for “Reverence.”

"We had so much material, there was a point where we wondered if we should make a double album. So [“Reverence”] is pretty much a continuation. We just went into this second one with a running start, which was great," East said in a recent interview with Billboard.

The new album features an all-star lineup of guest appearances such as jazz pianist and fusion keyboardist Chick Corea, jazz saxophonist Kirk Whalum and gospel, R&B and soul vocalist, Yolanda Adams. East em-

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ployed Adams’ vocal prowess on his rendition of Randy Newman’s “Feels Like Home.”

Tracks such as “Why Not This Sunday (feat. Ruben Studdard)” and “Love’s Holiday (feat. Philip Bailey)” shine in simplistic, yet elegant presentation and form. “Lifecycle” exemplifies East’s monster bass chops bringing the instrument to the forefront of the mix as a melodic voice.

“Reverence,” released on Jan. 20, is a welcome addition to any jazz collection taking the listener on a ride through fresh arrangements and improvisations.

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The 89th Annual Academy Awards will air on Feb. 26

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‘Moonlight’

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2016 | R | 111 min.

The awards circuit that surrounds the film industry yearly is something that many critics shrug off as nothing but politics. While every year has its fair share of films trying for the Oscar, this year has had an impressive amount of movies that push narrative and visual boundaries. One film that has served as a true standout within the award buzz is director Barry Jenkins’ “Moonlight.”

Told in three chapters, “Moonlight” follows the character of Chiron from childhood to adulthood as he struggles with finding his identity. Wrestling with constant bullying from other children and

his drug-addicted mother, Chiron eventually finds a father figure in the drug dealing Juan (Mahershala Ali).

Juan’s guidance and words of wisdom set Chiron on a long journey to find happiness in himself and his place in the world.

If the plot summary seems a little vague, just note that as a benefit to the viewer. Much of what makes “Moonlight” so great is that the subject matter is presented in such a beautiful and striking way. Everything from the hauntingly beautiful script to the brilliant and methodical performances made this one of the strongest films of the year.

Nominated for eight Academy Awards, "Moonlight" is certainly much more than a prestige film, and proves that movies can still be considered true art. With every scene, Barry Jenkins finds the beauty and compassion within a world of pain and confusion. Even if it doesn’t win for Best Picture, it still stands that “Moonlight” is a film of significance.

Filled with moments of artful filmmaking, “Moonlight” is a visual and detailed masterpiece that stands apart from the crowd.

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‘La La Land’

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The story of “La La Land” centers on the budding relationship of Mia and Sebastian (Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling). Mia is a struggling actress who is slowly growing discouraged from failed auditions and the weight of reality. Inspiration for Mia comes in the form of Sebastian, a diehard Jazz enthusiast who dreams of opening his own jazz club. The two strike up a romance for the Hollywood ages, but soon find that there is a price for succeeding in what they love.

Hailed as a revival of the Hollywood musical, “La La Land” features a score that marries the preciseness of

stage musicals and the spontaneous spirit of jazz. Songs like “Another Day of Sun” and “Someone in the Crowd” sport tunes that reinvigorate hopeful spirits. When the Oscars do roll around, “La La Land” will be there to stake its claim for the music categories.

It truly does take more than a song and dance to earn the praise that “La La Land” has achieved. Fresh from the critical success of his previous film “Whiplash,” director Damien Chazelle breathes life into “La La Land” with its dazzling imagery.

The film has a look that enthralls the audience with its use of color and the

camera techniques that support it.

Nominated for a record 14 Oscars, many critics have undermined its success as nothing more than Hollywood loving itself. This is a film that is more than its Hollywood routine.

“La La Land” is a moving love letter to dreamers that strive for more. It’s a film that sparks the flame of anyone with a dream that seems impossible.

It’s a song and dance that appeals to everyone, but “La La Land” dares to go beyond its love for Hollywood and be something more inspiring.

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‘Manchester by the Sea’ 2016 | R | 137 min.

Crippled by an emotional trauma, Lee (Casey Affleck) has condemned himself to a life of misery and seclusion. Lee’s way of life is interrupted with the news of his brother’s death, which leaves him with the task of watching over his teenage nephew, Patrick (Lucas Hedges). Things only grow more complicated for Lee when it’s stated in his brother’s will that Lee is to be the legal guardian of Patrick.

Due to his emotional unavailability, this is a responsibility that Lee refuses.

Tackling the subject of grief, writer/director Kenneth Lonergan shows great and meticulous under-

standing of its subject. This is a somber movie that hits right at the center of the viewer’s heart with moments of pure emotional shock. However, Lonergan does something interesting with his story, he injects bits of humor throughout which subverts the expectations of his film going audience.

One thing that might draw people away from “Manchester by the Sea” is its confident choice of keeping things unresolved. Important matters in the film bubble to the surface, but only for the audience to develop motivation understandings. The comedy and minimalism give the film a more realistic and immersive experience

that creates an accurate portrayal of someone grieving.

Nominated for six awards, the main category that “Manchester by the Sea” has locked down is for best lead actor.

Casey Affleck gives a heartbreaking performance that burrows into the viewer’s skin as the film progresses.

Affleck’s choice to keep his character quiet and guarded creates a portrait that makes the film a must-see.

It’s somber and realistic nature might be a hard pill to swallow, but “Manchester by the Sea” is a masterful study in grief.

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Stith Dominates in Return at Rice Harry Howard Jr. Sports Editor

In Brandan Stith's first game since Jan. 5, the Monarchs held on to defeat Rice by a score of 80-72 at Tudor Fieldhouse. Stith came off the bench and his right ankle looked fully healed. He was able to control the paint in his 27 minutes of play with a double-double that included team highs of 18 points on 8-of-8 shooting from the field and 11 rebounds.

“I think it was pretty obvious having Brandan back was nice,” ODU head coach Jeff Jones said.

Stith was one of five Monarchs to score in double figures. Randy Haynes scored a career-high 14 points, Zoran Talley locked in 15, B.J. Stith secured 12 points, and point guard Ahmad Caver contributed 11 while also dishing out a game-high 8 assists.

“This was a very good team win tonight. A lot of guys stepped up and played well and I think ultimately that was the difference. Our defense was terrific, but I think our aggressiveness and balance offensively with five different guys in double-figures was a

really good sign for us," Jones said.

Rice (13-8, 3-5 C-USA) struggled all night to make shots shooting just 37.7 percent from the field. Owl guard Marcus Evans led all scorers with 23 points thanks to his scorching night from behind the arc where he drained 6-of-7 three-pointers.

The final score was not representative of how the Monarchs (12-8, 5-3 C-USA) controlled the game throughout. At halftime, they led 3929 and with 10 minutes remaining in the second half, they were leading by 22 points.

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SPORTS RECAP Simms Named Player of the Year Watch List The nation’s leading scorer Jennie Simms at 24.8 points per game was named to the USBWA Ann Meyers Drysdale Award Midseason Watch List. The list included 28 players and she is one of just six players included from a non-Power 5 program. Simms is the only player in the country averaging over 20 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists per game. The winner of the award will be announced at the Women’s Final Four in Dallas.

Monarch Baseball Picked Fourth in C-USA Preseason Poll Coming off a record of 32-24 during the 2016 season, the Monarchs are picked to finish fourth in the C-USA by the conference’s 12 head coaches.Last year, four teams from C-USA made the NCAA Baseball Championship tournament. So with a fourth place finish this season, ODU could possibly earn a bid to the postseason.

Eight starters return led by right-handed starting pitcher Sam Sinnen, catcher Kurt Sinnen, shortstop Zach Rutherford and third basemen Nick Walker.

Daniella Grega Makes 2017 US U-21 Field Hockey Team Grega, a junior forward, was one of 26 players selected to the U.S. U-21 Women’s National Team. Last season she led the Lady Monarchs in scoring with 15 points. "This is a great opportunity for Danielle, and it is very well-deserved. She has worked hard to put herself in position to earn a selection. I look forward to seeing her make an impact internationally as well," ODU field hockey head coach Andrew Griffiths said.

Zach Pascal Plays in NFLPA Collegiate Bowl Senior wide receiver Zach Pascal played his last game in a Monarch helmet at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. ODU’s all-time leader in receptions finished the game with two catches for 28 yards. This past season, he caught 65 passes for 946 yards and nine touchdowns.

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Monarchs Remain Undefeated All-Time Against Mean Green

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ODU ended their Texas road swing on a good note, taking down North Texas 73-67 Saturday at the Super Pit. Despite being winless in conference play, the Mean Green hung in the game until the final minutes. The back and forth contest included 10 lead changes and nine ties. With the win, ODU is now 7-0 all-time against North Texas.

Zoran Talley and Ahmad Caver carried the load for the Monarch offense. Talley amassed 18 points, six rebounds and three assists, while Caver added 18 points, five rebounds and four assists.

"We rode Zoran Talley almost the whole afternoon at the offensive end.

I thought Ahmad Caver did a terrific job playing the entire 40 minutes, he made some big shots and free-throws.

This certainly wasn’t an easy win and we didn’t expect it to be an easy win, but we are very happy with the result,” ODU head coach Jeff Jones said.

The Monarchs (13-8, 6-3 C-USA) have struggled this season to finish games at the free throw line but in the last minute of this contest, they made all eight free throws they attempted.

“This one wasn’t pretty but our guys kept hanging in there throughout the course of the game. We never really could get much separation until right at the end. We had some guys step up and make some big plays," Jones said.

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sion and scored eight points. North Texas (6-15, 0-9 C-USA) shot 43 percent from the field while ODU shot 48 percent.

At halftime, ODU led 30-27. With just under 13 minutes remaining in the second half, the score was tied 41-41 after a B.J. Stith slam.

J-Mychal Reese led North Texas with 17 points.

Mean Green center Rickey Brice Jr. made two free throws to cut the Monarchs lead to 63-62 with 2:40 remaining. Talley immediately countered with jumper and ODU held the lead for the remainder of the game.

“Anytime you can win a conference game on the road is big," Jones said.

ODU will be back in The Ted hosting FIU on Feb. 2 at 7 p.m.

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Lady Monarchs Double-Take Rice

The Lady Monarchs triumphed over the Rice Owls 81-66 for the second time this season. Increasing their lead in the all-time series to 7-1, this also helped boost them into a threeway tie for sixth place in Conference USA. ODU star guard Jennie Simms led her team to a victory with 34 points.

Simms didn't limit herself only to scoring talent in the contest. Against the owls she grabbed seven rebounds, found open teammates for five assists and was a menace on defense with a career-high six steals.

Simms 34-point night brought her career point total to 1,826 points and secured her the ninth place spot on the all-time scoring list surpassing ODU Hall of Famer, Clarisse Machanguana.

"We really stepped up our press and put a lot of pressure on them. We had fun and we talked about that. Let's be us. Let's play for each other and let's trust each other and let's have a ton

of passion, and that is what we did," ODU head coach Karen Barefoot said.

Lady Monarch forward Destinee Young notched her 11th double-double of the season with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Senior Forward Annika Holopainen chipped in a season-high of eight points.

While Rice (11-8, 2-6 C-USA) outscored 20-18 at the end of the first period, their slow pace offense was no match for the tenacious defense Old Dominion (9-10, 4-4 C-USA) displayed on the court.

ODU led 42-24 at the half and was faced with defensively recharged Rice at the start of the third period. The final score was not indicative of the adversity the Lady Monarchs encountered. Ultimately, multiple shot clock violations in combination with 21 turnovers eventually lead to the Owls' demise. Nicole Iademarco paced the Owls offense with 14 points.

"I thought today was just a great day and everybody really stuck together, especially through adversity," Barefoot said.

Simms (25)shoots a three-pointer.

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Following their victory over Rice, the Lady Monarchs hosted North Texas Saturday at The Ted using a 27-point fourth quarter to propel them to a 62-47 victory.

"For us, we knew it was going to be a battle. I'm proud of our team and how we stayed with it. We had so many players step up for us," ODU head coach Karen Barefoot said.

The Lady Monarchs had arguably their best defensive game of the season holding the Mean Green to just 15 made field goals and 26 percent shooting from the field. North Texas' ( 6-14, 3-6 C-USA) 47 points tied for the fewest ODU has allowed this season.

Senior forward Annika Holopainen was one of four Lady Monarchs (10-10, 5-4 C-USA) to score in double figures and led them all with a season-high 17 points. Jennie Simms had a rare off-night in which she did not make a single shot during the

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first half. Even with her sloppy play through one half she still managed to contribute 14 points, eight rebounds and four assists.

“North Texas always keys on Jennie a lot. They faceguard her and they’re really aggressive with her,” Holopainen said.

At the end of the third quarter, ODU led by just one point at 35-34.

A change in defense and hot shooting allowed them to outscore North Texas by 14 points going into the fourth quarter. ODU shot 75 percent in the quarter while the Mean Green shot a measly 26 percent.

Terriell Bradley led North Texas in scoring with 16 points.

"The fourth quarter was a big deal for us. We changed up some defenses and really got them off balance and got some transition points, which was key for us," Barefoot said.

The Lady Monarchs will hit the road for their next two games against FIU on Feb. 2 and Florida Atlantic Feb. 4.

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Technology Google Maps to Make Locating Parking Easier Audra Reigle Assistant Technology Editor When you’re running late for work, class or a night out with your friends, the last thing you want to be stressed about is finding a parking space. When parking is limited in an area, it can become a huge hassle.

Thankfully, Google is working to alleviate that issue by introducing a new feature to their Maps.

The Google Maps v9.44 beta displays parking information near your destination when driving directions are set, according to ArsTechnica.

When the destination is set, the parking availability indicator will show up next to your estimated drive time. Three levels of parking availability – easy, medium and limited – tell you how difficult it may be to find a parking space at your destination. The parking information is currently available for public places.

In a blog post from Google on Jan. 27, the parking ratings will be based on historical parking data. It will be a similar algorithm to how "Popu-

lar Times" and "Visit Duration" are calculated. The parking difficult function was also announced to be available in several major U.S. cities including San Francisco, New York and Washington, D.C. For the campus, there is no app to determine parking availability in specific locations. ODU Transportation & Parking Services has posted a Commuter Parking Guide that details the areas commuters should try to park at prior to 3:45 p.m. when the evening program begins and more parking opens up. However, the guide does not provide all of the commuter parking locations on campus. For that information, you have to go to the Campus Transportation Map, and it does not specify which locations would be the best for students to try.

The Google Maps beta does not provide parking information for areas near the university. Hopefully, once Google has ironed-out all the details of its next Google Maps release, it will have the function ready for the ODU area.

TECH IN A SEC US Pulls Out of TPP Deal One of the first executive orders from the new president is to pull the U.S. out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Signed by 12 nations, and a big part of former President Obama’s Asia policy, the TPP was a massive trade deal that sought to unify and standardize global trade. While it did enforce labor and environmental standards, the TPP was also written heavily in favor of large multinational corporations over domestic industries.

Google and Netflix Join Advocacy Groups in Virginia In response to the “Virginia Broadband Deployment Act,” Google and Netflix have joined forces with advocacy groups and other companies to oppose it. According to ArsTechnica, the act would “prohibit municipal broadband deployments except in very limited circumstances.” Essentially, the act would make it extremely difficult for new networks to be established, even if they were a better alternative to existing networks. The existing standards of 10Mbps download and 1Mbps upload speeds are generally too low to sustain current users and businesses, much less attract new ones.

Game Developers Against ACA Repeal The International Game Developers Association has made a statement urging elected representatives to not continue with plans to repeal the Affordable Care act. Like many people and organizations that would be affected by the repeal, upwards of 32 percent of the IGDA membership stood to lose all of their health insurance coverage with little to no alternatives. This is an exceptional statement considering most IGDA statements are typically concerned with matters of censorship, privacy and tech-related issues.

Original ‘Patent Troll’ Firm Shuts Down Following the death of founding partner Raymond Niro, the Chicago law firm that became most well-known as a “patent troll” is closing down. The term was coined by a defendant Niro was facing while he was representing a company called TechSearch, which primarily made its money by buying-up patents and then suing smaller companies unable to properly defend themselves.

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The Disability March Employing Social Media to Get the Word Out

Audra Reigle Assistant Technology Editor Over the weekend, almost 500,000 people in the Women’s March shook Washington, D.C. There were also several affiliated marches in cities across the U.S. and around the world, including one in Norfolk. For those whose disabilities prevented them from making it out to one of the marches, a Disability March was created so that everyone could have a voice.

The Disability March was started by Sonya Huber, Sarah Einstein and Andrea Scarpino, among others. It was started to allow those whose physical or mental disabilities prevented them from attending the march in Washington on Jan. 21.

Those that were interested in participating in the virtual march were asked to submit a photo and information about themselves, according to Mashable. A post from the Disability March said that they “had 1,654 entries published, and thousands more we could not process” as of 7 p.m. on Jan. 21. They have encouraged those interested in keeping up with the Disability March beyond the initial event that coincided

with the Women’s March on Washington to sign up for their mailing list.

Volunteers are the force behind the Disability March, and it is a co-sponsor of the Women’s March on Washington, according to Mashable. Some testimonials were posted prior to Jan. 21, but many were saved for the big event on Saturday. Those behind the Disability March are trying to continue making an impact beyond the Women’s March on Washington by “coming up with activist-oriented tasks for participants, designed with various levels of ability and comfort in mind.”

In addition to their WordPress blog, the Disability March also maintains a Facebook page and Twitter account, so interested participants can stay engaged with the March's activities.

The Women’s March on Washington was organized by Teresa Shook following the Nov. 8 election, according to Wired. Her Facebook event received approximately 10,000 responses by the following morning in a clear example of how much influence social media can have on protests and movements, because an estimated 470,000 people marched, according to the New York Times. The initial event by Shook

started many sister marches across the U.S. and around the world.

While the Women’s March on Washington encouraged those attending to march for a variety of causes, organizers have let their non-profit partners take over in organizing marches for specific issues. A Planned Parenthood protest is scheduled for Feb. 11.

This protest is to support the defunding of Planned Parenthood. Their website contains information on how to set up and promote an event via Facebook. The national team organizing the protest is even planning to share those Facebook events on the website so they can gain even more attention.

The use of social media allows people to spread the word about their events much more efficiently. When one person sees the event, they have the option of sharing it with their friends.

Their friends can share it with their own friends and the cycle continues.

Through the internet, protests and marches can be shared with others around the world and allow for those who are unable to be at the big event to organize their own smaller events and show their support.

'Resident Evil 7: Biohazard' Review

Back to Basics

The Resident Evil video game series is one with a storied and troubled history. It began as one of the greats of the survival horror genre in 1996, then peaked with “Resident Evil 4” in 2005. After RE4 redefined an entire era of gaming, subsequent entries fell into a steep downward spiral as the series devolved into pointless action with a confusing and convoluted story. After much fan outcry and introspection, Capcom returns to the series’ roots with “Resident Evil 7: Biohazard.”

Unlike the previous two entries in the series, which focused almost entirely on over-the-top action with zombies on the side, RE7 is a much smaller and restrained game. No longer are you the boulder-punching super soldier Chris Redfield fighting a teleporting martial artists in a volcano. You are Ethan Winter, a completely regular man on a threeyear-long search for his wife Mia. The search has led him to a decaying manor isolated in the Louisiana bayou. If the giant circular totem of horse corpses wasn’t enough to in-

dicate that things are bad, then the undead cannibal Baker family should be more than sufficient.

RE7 is both a return to form for Resident Evil and a reinvention. Like the original titles, the setting of RE7 is almost completely contained within the decaying Baker manor. Filled with tight corridors, long shadows and signs of death, the manor is a perfectly haunted setting for RE7.

It’s a wonderfully claustrophobic atmosphere that hides creatures and dangers, but mostly just eats away at your nerves with silence and the occasional creak or distant noise. It’s clear that RE7 has also taken notes from modern horror games with its emphasis on eluding dangers and its new first person view, which replaces the series’ over-the-shoulder perspective which had previously replaced the fixed camera angles from the first games.

Ethan is an ordinary man in a terrifying scenario and the game never fails to remind you of that. Survival is back in a big way and RE7 will make you question every decision to use an item or walk in a certain way. Weapons are scarce and they’re mostly there as a defensive tool rather

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than killing tools. Safety is a luxury and any lull in your awareness could spell doom at the hands of the Baker family.

The Baker family is a wonderful group of psychopathic antagonists (relatively speaking), that never fail to terrorize as well as induce laughter. Resident Evil has always had a B-movie flavor to its characters and story and the Bakers are equal parts hammy over-the-top madness and disgusting monsters.

“Resident Evil 7” ditches the unnecessary action bloat that had infected the series since “Resident Evil 5” (“Resident Evil 4” gets a pass by being a genuinely great game, overall) and returns the series to its horror roots. The doors are locked with arcane puzzles, ammunition is a scarce commodity and your inventory needs to be carefully managed if you hope to survive. For a series that was suffering from an identity crisis flailed between genres, this is an entry that exudes confidence in design and signals that Capcom may have finally heard the fans’ desires. Resident Evil is back.

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by Austin Peters

Belfry

by Austin Peters a balcony, is where you might find me after a long day of walking one book, three cigarettes two ending canals to my left

It's not where we collided and strided And burned, But I like where I'm living.

There's no river like where we connected, But an open bay with more calm.

And I like my view.

I steer an unbelievable guilt that I’ve learned to soothe.

But not to quiet, I am sorry.

I am sorry,

The Rental House (Finale)

by Trisha Reese

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he day after her encounter with the ghost, Danni waits for Cat Pack at the bus stop.

When the bus screeches to a stop and exhaust billows out the back end, the doors open with a clatter and the boy hops out onto the ground. Danni leans against the streetlamp with her arms crossed, a plain expression decorating her features. She offers a tight-lipped smile to Cat Pack as the bus roars away.

“You feeling okay?” he asks, holding his book to his chest. Danni nods.

“I think so.” She pushes herself off the pole and steps towards him.

“What’s that book got to say about killing ghosts?”

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I am sorry, I am sorry.

“Killing them?” Cat Pack looks taken aback. “You want to kill something that’s already dead?”

“Well, removing them, I guess.”

“Like a pest?”

“Sure, kid. Like a very dangerous pest.”

Cat Pack looks down at his book and is quiet for a moment. “Have you told anyone?”

“That I was kidnapped by a ghost and held hostage in an alternate dimension?” Danni scoffs, “No, I haven’t told anyone.”

“I think . . .” Cat Pack looks up, “I think we could do it.”

“Do what?”

“We could get rid of the ghost once and for all. I don’t know exactly how, yet. But this will help us.” He taps the book. Danni sighs and scuffs her foot.

“All right. When do we start?”

Cat Pack grins and raises his eyebrows. “So, you believe me now, huh?”

Danni rolls her eyes. “Yeah, I believe you, Cat Pack.” She starts walking back towards her house, and Cat Pack trots after her.

“Hey, I was thinking, since we’re working together now, maybe you could call me by my actual name?”

“Hmm. Well, what is it?”

“Dave.”

“Dave?” Danni whips around on the spot and shakes her head. “No.” “No?” “No.” The poor boy is speechless. Danni laughs. “Come on, Cat Pack. We’ve got a ghost to get rid of.”

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