DU Clarion Volume 121, Issue 20

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Vol. 121, Issue 20

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Hockey bests McGill in exhibition match Braiden Albrecht-Reed Senior Reporter After 60 minutes of feisty play, Denver came out victorious with a score of 3-2 against the visiting McGill Redmen, a Canadian university team. The game on Saturday, Oct. 4 was the first of the year for the 2014 Pioneer hockey team. Though only an exhibition contest, it provided some good scoring and very intense play, as well as some insight into the team DU will ice this fall.

At 7:07 p.m., with a packed student section and rocking atmosphere, the puck was dropped at Magness Arena. The high emotions were quickly quelled when two minutes into the game, Cedric McNicoll of McGill scored the contest’s first goal.

Shot from a bad angle along the boards, it was definitely one that sophomore Pioneer goalie Evan Cowley certainly would have liked back. Cowley answered well to the soft goal and responded with saves on the other seven shots he faced in the period.

Not to be outdone in front of the home crowd, Denver’s forwards evened up the score at 1-1 when senior Pioneer Ty Loney scored 12 minutes into the period.

With both teams heading into the dressing room, it was clearly an evenly matched game with shots favoring McGill by only one (eight to seven).

Even though this wasn’t conference play, the hitting was intense. Five minutes into the second period, McGill’s Guillaume Langelier was assessed a five minute penalty for checking from behind, a serious

offense in hockey. He was also given a ten The teams again left for the dressing in the home team’s favor, McGill began minute misconduct that kicked him out of rooms tied, but the game didn’t feel very to crack. Two consecutive slashing penthe game. This represented a turning point close. The shots were 17-5 in favor of DU; alties at six and seven minutes into the in which the game, and the physical aspect McGill was showing signs of frustration. period weighed down their attack. Alin particular, intensified. Denver was able The third period saw the Pioneers though the Pioneers were unable to capito capitalize once on the five minute pow- come out with a jump in their step. Af- talize, clearly emotions were mounting erplay with a goal from junior Gabe Levin, ter a barrage of shots, Ty Loney collected and ready to burst. putting them up 2-1. his second goal of the night with a backAnother penalty was called on McGill hander in close after only two minutes SEE PIONEERS, PAGE 12 at 13 minutes for slashing. The second had passed. With the ice clearly tilted period was mostly spent in the McGill zone, with the Pioneers registering a whopping 17 shots.

Also in the second period came a change in goal for DU, as freshman Tanner Jaillet was substituted in.

Jaillet saved four shots in the period, but was beaten above his glove on a one-time slapshot from McGill defenseman Dominic KATERINA ARZHAYEV | CLARION Poulin.

Pio Defensemen Joey LaLeggia, center, and Nolan Zajac, right, battle McGill on Oct. 4 at Magness.

Old Pioneer ID cards deactived Nov. 1 Brandon Tate Contributing Writer

New student IDs contain microchips and a U.S. Bank debit strip

Starting on Nov. 1, all DU students, faculty and staff will be required to have the newest version of the Pioneer ID Card, which went into service beginning this school year for updated security and convenience.

The new ID cards will work in conjunction with a new security system to be installed first on the Department of Cam-

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Karen Riley will take the helm of the school of education.

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pus Safety building and eventually all oncampus residence halls. The new system will function similarly to the Regional Transport District (RTD) passes given to all DU students.

According to Director of Student Financial Services Janet Burkhardt, this also means the ID cards will move away from magnetic strip technology towards microchip-embedded cards. Burkdarht also stated that after Nov. 1, all older Pioneer ID Cards will be deactivated.

“We will collect them and destroy them for people,” said Burkhardt. “But if anyone really wants to keep it for a scrapbook or memento, they’re welcome to keep it.”

The new ID carries technology not seen in prior ID cards, including a gold magnet-

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ic strip for all DU transactions as well as a black magnetic strip for transactions supported by the recently opened U.S. Bank here at DU. Burkhardt further stated that while the cards will be transitioned into touch access devices, the magnetic strips will remain for students to access their on campus housing locations.

Burkhardt also stressed the importance of taking care of the cards, especially not hole punching the cards for any reason so that students and staff may avoid potential fees incurred to acquire a new card.

The card contains more electronics than last years incarnation, and becomes permanently damaged when hole punched.

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“Because of the new technology, the [blank] card itself costs a lot more because of the embedded chips,” said Burkhardt. “That’s the cost of the replacement for a single card. We wanted to buy cards that had all the features we wanted while being cost effective to the University.

Students can pick up their new ID cards in the Pioneer ID Office in Driscoll Student Center South. The first pickup for the new Pioneer ID is free upon presentation of a valid photo ID. Any further replacements needed after that will carry a fee of 30 dollars.

For more information, contact the Pioneer ID Card Office at (303) 871-4545 or by emailing pcard@du.edu.

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DU’s culture is more diverse and inclusive than dorm life.

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Men’s and Women’s soccer updates from the fiels.

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Check here for weekly updates from the Undergraduate Student Government (USG).

Highlights from Sept. 30, 2014 Performing Arts Senator Sonora Dolce reported that she is in the process of establishing an OrgSync hiring page that would connect musicians to student organizations more directly, while expediting the payment process. She hopes this will be in place by winter quarter.

USG President Hayden Johnson worked with the faculty senate regarding the potential “Life Skills” class and discussion. The questions of how to reach every student and incorporate life lessons regarding pertinent matters such as sexual assault were discussed.

USG Vice President Natalie Casey will be attending the Board of Trustees Student Affairs (BOTSAC) meeting this coming Friday. Any contributing thoughts students would want to share should discuss with Casey directly.

USG meetings are held every Tuesday night in the Driscoll Gallery.

They are open to the public.

Information courtesy of the USG.

Crime reports of the week As selected by Clarion staff

All seven unaffiliated parties were formally trespassed from campus.

THEFT

VEHICULAR COLLISION

Oct. 1, 2014 at 3:15 p.m. – DCS responded to a call regarding the theft of cash from the Einstein Brothers Bagels located in the Daniels College of Business. Upon arrival at the scene, officers spoke with a Sodexo employee who stated that the cash had been stolen from an unsecured location sometime between 09/26/2014 and 10/01/2014.

Oct. 3, 2014 at 11:59 a.m. – DCS responded to a call regarding a vehicular collision in parking lot 315, just east of the Anderson Academic Commons. Upon arrival at the scene, officers contacted a student and a DU graduate who both stated that while attempting to park, the student had impacted a parked vehicle owned by the graduate. There were no injuries to report.

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Oct. 2, 2014 at 2:30 a.m. – DCS responded to a request for assistance from the Denver Police Department (DPD) who stated that they had four students in their custody. Upon arrival at the scene, DCS officers spoke with DPD officers who stated that the four students had climbed onto the roof of a business near campus and caused a disruption in electrical service. DPD further stated that a fifth student had been involved but that they had fled the scene. The four students on scene were all cited for trespassing and a warrant was issued for the arrest of the fifth student.

Oct. 5, 2014 at 2:43 a.m. – DCS responded to a call regarding a water leak in Centennial Towers.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers determined that the source of the leak was a shower in a residential room which was occupied by an intoxicated student. Because Denver Cares was no longer providing transportation to their facility, DPD responded to the scene and transported the student to Denver Cares. Facilities was made aware of the leak.

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY Oct. 2, 2014 at 10:09 p.m. – DCS responded to a call regarding the attempted robbery of a student in the Harper Humanities Gardens.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers contacted the student in question and a group of seven unaffiliated parties. The student stated that one of the unaffiliated parties had tried to take their backpack from them.

Karen Riley: New Dean of Morgridge College Carissa Cherpes Contributing Writer The Morgridge College of Education recently named its newest Dean: DU Associate Professor Karen Riley.

According to an article written by Jan Kitta for the DU Magazine website, her new position was put into effect immediately at the beginning of the 2014 school year. The search for a new Dean began in the spring quarter of 2014.

According to www.portfolio.du.edu/ kriley, Riley is known for her research in “early childhood intervention and assessment, neurodevelopmental disorders,” namely Fragile X Syndrome and XXYY Disorder. www.coloradofragilex.com states that Riley’s “particular areas of interest and expertise include assessment and intervention of infants and preschoolers, curriculum development, school consultation, behavioral interventions and low incidence disabilities.”

Riley has served as interim dean since

June 2013, and was previously a Morgridge College faculty member who in the area of child, family and school psychology.

Riley came to the university in 2004 as an assistant professor. Riley was also chair of the Educational Research Policy and Practice program from 2011 to 2013.

During her time there, she worked as faculty director of the University’s Fisher Early Learning Center.

“The Morgridge College of Education has made great progress during the past year, and our stellar faculty and staff will allow us to continue to grow and develop,” Riley said, according to their website. “The Morgridge College is poised to become one of the prominent graduate colleges of education in the country.

“We have created a strategic plan to guide us operationally, but it will be our innovative thinking, teaching and research practices that will distinguish us,” she continued in the same article.

“Our research and the students we prepare will serve as our legacy long into the future. I embrace the challenge of leading Morgridge into this next exciting chapter.”

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TekDry: the lifeguard of electronics

by Connor W. Davis Lifestyles Editor

Ah, the water-damaged phone. You’ve most likely held one in your quivering, helpless hands, pondering how you’ll carry on with your tech-dependant life. In this day and age, when people can’t move an inch without their precious electronics, it’s a common occurrence—one that about 22 million Americans experience every year, according to TekDry Device Rescue.

Who is TekDry? Oh, you know, just the company that found out how to end the sorrows of those millions of wet phone-owners far and wide. That’s right.

Straight out of DU’s MBA program has come a solution for all wet electronics (phones, cameras, laptops, iPads—all of them) that is absolutely incredible.

In the spring of 2012, Eric Jones, Craig Beinecke and Adam Cookson chose to deal with the problem of water-damaged electronics for their main MBA project. It went so well that several DU instructors advised them to quit their jobs. They did, and TekDry has been on the rise ever since.

By creating a machine with an extreme drying chamber monitored by various

software and sensors, the three found how to rescue not just water-damaged electronics, but also totally-soaked ones in just 20 minutes. Most instances they see are with devices that were wet for less than a minute, but Beinecke was pleased to share a story about what this machine is truly capable of: “A phone was dropped in Lake Granby over 4th of July weekend and the owner didn’t bother jumping in after it,” said Beinecke. “He figured it was dead.

But, the next day, a little girl saw it and got her brother to dive in and get it. She brought it to us, we rescued it and had it working again in 20 minutes. Everything was just like before he dropped it.”

Not only did the TekDry team rescue the phone, which had been underwater for a stunning 26 hours, but they also managed to return it to the mourning owner.

“We contacted the cell carrier off the SIM Card, they contacted the owner to let him know that his phone is working and we dropped it right off for him,” said Beinecke.

The machine doesn’t just cover water, either. These guys have tested out other liquids such as soda, coffee, milk

From left to right: TekDry founders Craig Beinecke, Adam Cookson and Eric Jones

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The TekDry machine in all of its glory. This thing works wonders for wet-electronic owners.

and, the most prevalent of all to DU students, beer. In these non-water cases, the TekDry process is actually so efficient that devices soak in warm water before being placed in the machine.

As you can imagine, TekDry is quickly developing and looking towards a bright future. The team has been traveling around the country on media tours to talk with established repair shop franchises and electronic stores with the goal of placing their machines in existing stores.

“We’d rather partner with somebody who already knows how to do everything else [other types of repairs] and simply provide an opportunity for the water side of things,” said Beinecke.

For now, you can find the TekDry team at their storefront at 1331 West 121st Ave. in Westminster for all your device-drying needs. If they can fix your device (it’s free

if they can’t), the process costs about $80, which is a serious bargain in comparison to the hit on an insurance deductible or a new phone. TekDry’s team will even work weekends and odd hours to make sure your device is taken care of properly by coming straight to you. For these emergency rescues, give them a call at 303-495-2992.

A few final words from the TekDry Staff: Devices bigger than large laptops don’t currently fit in the machine; power down your device if it’s still on after it’s water-damaged; don’t plug your device in after it’s water-damaged; don’t put it in rice after it’s water-damaged (they’ve proven that method ineffective); even if your phone is still working, it won’t be for long, and you should get it dried out immediately. Their rescues have been over 75% percent effective with phones that weren’t kept on or plugged in.

5 tips to getting an “A” on those midterms

by Sierra Schlag Contributing Writer The time has come to hunker down, study all the information you’ve been learning these past few weeks and hopefully ace those midterms. But don’t worry, the Clarion is here to help. For the incoming freshmen, and those who forgot how to study this summer break, here are some tips to get ready for those up-and-coming midterms.

1. Start Early Your professor will usually give you a syllabus of what the quarter is going to look like. Make sure you note at the beginning of the quarter when major tests, projects or presentations are due. Knowing when things are due in class will allow you to start preparing a week or two in advance and avoid studying or forming a presentation the night before. In order to learn the information effectively, spacing your studying out will be the most useful tactic throughout the year.

2. Take Breaks When you’re in the library for eight hours, you’re going to hit a point where your brain feels burnt-out. Make sure you are aware of how your studying is going.

Ask questions like: are you in the zone, or

are you mainly on social media or spacing out? When you hit a point of inefficiency in studying or preparing, it is time to take a break. Go work out, take a nap or watch some TV. Eating is a good break too. When you’re studying hungry, the only thing you’ll focus on is your stomach growling. Brain food is a real thing. These are great ways to give your brain a break from loading information. At the very least, step outside for just a couple minutes for some fresh air.

3. Utilize Professors’ Office Hours Your professors are here to help you.

You have probably heard that more than a few times, but it’s true. You get what you put into your college education; go to your professor’s office hours, and they will tell you what is going to be the most beneficial information to study, saving you tons of time. Along with learning the information, you’ll create a bond with your professor that may work to your benefit in the future.

Also, keep in mind that if your schedule doesn’t match up with your professor’s office hours, you can email them and set up a time that will work. They love to see students reaching out and having a drive to learn.

4. Study in Groups Get to know your classmates or people taking the same classes as you, and study with them. You may think you know

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The Anderson Academic Commons is where most students will find themselves the week of midterms.

all of the information, but other students are likely to help you learn even more.

Your classmates can clarify any questions you have by making you think about the topic in a different way. Studying with students from other sections of the class can be helpful too. Their professor is bound to teach the information a different way and that way may be beneficial to your learning, or vice versa. More views of the topic mean more ways of learning, which leads to mastery of the topic.

5. Switch it Up When studying for multiple subjects, make sure that changing up what subject

you’re learning about. This way you can avoid getting burnt out on subjects before you even start studying for other classes. You can plan ahead and decide that once you reach a certain point in studying, you can stop, take a break and switch subjects.

Switching what you’re studying will keep your brain focused and less likely to feel overloaded with information. Make sure to create a schedule of when you’re going to stop studying for one class and begin the other. Try to schedule studying in equal lengths so you can learn the most information from all of your classes.

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Eating Vegetarian in Denver

by Jonathan Ackley Staff Writer

Colorado is one of the most vegetarian-friendly places in the country, and Denver is no exception. Whatever your reason for eating vegetarian or vegan — whether it be for health reasons, animal rights, sustainable farming or simply just curiosity about the lifestyle in general — there is no shortage of restaurant options in Denver that cater to vegetarians and vegans alike.

City O’ City: 206 E 13th Ave Hours: 7 a.m. - 2 a.m.

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courtesy of ecocult.com City O’ City is a very trendy, stylish and healthy restaurant for Denverites.

Located on Capitol Hill just blocks from the Denver Art Museum is City O’ City, a unique restaurant because its focus changes as the day goes on. If you go early in the morning, it has more of a coffee shop vibe. Stop in any time during the afternoon or early evening and you will find yourself in a bustling and energetic restaurant serving some of the best vegetarian/vegan food in the city. And if you head to City O’ City any time after 11 p.m. get ready to indulge in a late night menu and packed bar.

Any meat-lover eating at City O’ City will be sorely disappointed, as the entire menu is 100 percent vegetarian, with most items having gluten-free and vegan options as well. However, this isn’t the bland, boring food that comes to mind for many people skeptical of vegetarianism and veganism. A quick glance at the menu reveals options such as savory Kimchi stew, Mac and Cheese, and their signature Savory Waffle, topped with vegetables, cheese and an egg.

Watercourse Foods: 837 E. 17th Ave Hours: Monday - Friday: 11 a.m.

- 10 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Watercourse Foods makes you forget any preconceptions you have about eating vegan. A Denver staple for almost 20 years, the restaurant offers a 100 percent vegan menu that caters to a wide variety of eating styles. Whether you are craving a breakfast burrito, a stack of pancakes or BBQ “wings” (prepared with fried cauliflower instead of chicken) there is something for everyone.

Many people who are vegan may miss eating specific desserts that are traditionally prepared with animal-based ingredients.

Here, everything from ice cream shakes to their take on Ho-Ho cupcakes to homemade cookies are offered in vegan forms, allowing you to eat vegan desserts without compromising flavor.

Also, if you’re a fan of kombucha, they have it on tap, so be sure to ask your server about that week’s flavor.

Root Down: 1600 W. 33rd Avenue Monday – Thursday, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m., Friday & Saturday, 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. and Sunday, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

If you are looking for a nicer, sit-down restaurant with a vegetarian focus in Denver, consider Root Down. Although it

In case you haven’t heard already, it’s snowing in the mountains. And that means it won’t be long before winter is here, overwhelming you with regrets for not making it out of the city enough. But it’s not over until it’s over — and by “it,” I mean the most important outdoor season of all — fall. This is the last time for several long and cold months to get out and hike, bike or even drive without troubles, so before you take out the skis and boards (something still worth getting excited over), take a look at what’s available this fall in the outdoors.

Hiking:

courtesy of cadryskitchen.com Watercourse Foods is one of Denver’s healthiest vegan-only restaurants.

Hiking is one of the most wonderfully refreshing fall activities out there. Now that Colorado doesn’t feel quite as much like the Sahara desert, trekking around is far more enjoyable and also far more accomplishable. Temperatures are dropping every day, which means you’re able to conserve energy that would be lost to summer’s heat and hike further than ever amongst beautiful fall colors that will float to the ground over the next few weeks. Trails also tend to be far less crowded during this time of year without summer tourism packing the parking lots with minivans and Winnebagos.

Some great places to hike this fall (with distances from DU): Bear Lake Park - 15 miles, Elk Meadow Park - 28 miles, Roxborough State Park - 17 miles Biking: Biking during the fall is also ideal due to recentlylower temperatures. In addition to the comfort these

temperatures bring, they also make dirt much more firm if you can manage to get your wheels outside of the city.

However, even if you go for a ride in Denver, there are some great bike paths here, too. A ride downtown is a great way to get off campus while getting some exercise. At the very least, take a B-Cycle (rentable bikes on campus outside of the Driscoll Bridge by Sturm) out and cruise around closer to campus. Wash Park is always a guaranteed good time, as is a simple cruise through DU’s smooth red brick paths.

Some places to bike this fall (with distances from DU): Cherry Creek Trail - 4 miles, Valmont Bike Park - 35 miles, Buffalo Creek Mountain Bike Area - 43 miles Road-tripping: Driving in the winter is literally the worst. Not only is it more dangerous than usual, but it’s totally unpredictable with snowstorms and constant accidents, making long trips nearly impossible and really not very desirable. This means that now is the best time to go on an awesome fall road-trip, and Denver’s location at the entrance to the Rockies makes the options literally limitless.

Some more ambitious destinations include the vastness of Utah and Wyoming, espeiclaly their national parks, but of course Colorado has plenty of parks and other glorious locations to shoot for, as well.

Some great places to road-trip this fall (with distances from DU): Rocky Mountain National Park 74 miles, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve - 256 miles, Mesa Verde National Park - 400 miles.

courtesy of greenconciergetravel.com Root Down is a cozy and intimate restaurant that is without a doubt one of the nicest places in all of Denver to grab a vegetarian meal.

has a higher price point than the other two on the list, and is more suited for a night out rather than a quick bite to eat, you really get what you pay for. Root Down also offers meat on their menu, perfect if you are looking for a primarily vegetarian meal but would still like some meat here or there.

Gourmet food with a focus on sustainability, locally-sourced products, and having as organic a menu as possible is the priority at Root Down, and it shows through

the innovative and sometimes exotic menu. Offering everything from bar-made sodas to Colorado Lamb Sliders, dinner is sure to be an awesome experience.

They are also notable for their Raw Food night, scheduled on the first Tuesday of every month. During this event, the head chef prepares a multiplecourse all-vegan menu, perfect courtesy of thomas mangan for those who enjoy gourmet Rocky Mountain National Park is one of Colorado’s most incredible places to dining while still holding true to take part in any outdoor activity. It is absolutely stunning all year long, but fall is arguably the most scenic season due to the vibrant foliage. eating vegan.

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The Grind: Bardo Coffee House

The Clarion staff reviews bars, restaurants and coffee houses, attempting cultural mutiny on all things hipster

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A piece of blueberry coffee bread and the signature Bardo coffee from Bardo’s Coffee House.

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On display from now until Nov. 30, the Chihuly exhibit at the Denver Botanic Gardens’ location on York Street combines the gardens’ natural beauty with the delicate glass-work of Dale Chihuly. Chihuly is a renowned glass sculptor, famous for his giant works of vibrant and energetic artwork. This exhibit is his first major outdoor showcase in the Rocky Mountain Region.

The Gardens are also featuring a unique perspective of the exhibit, called “Chihuly Nights”, from now until Nov. 30. Taking advantage of the earlier sunsets of the autumn season, visitors can come from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. and

view the beautiful works of art illuminated against the setting sun and night sky.

Of course, the Chihuly exhibit is not the only attraction at the Gardens. The York Street location features over 40 individual gardens and over 700 types of native Colorado plants. Each one has a particular theme and inspiration, from particular time periods (the Victorian Secret Garden) to exotic locations (South African Plaza, Japanese Gardens).

In each garden there are benches and plazas to fit each theme, offering a place to find some peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors are also welcome to have picnics in the gardens, so bring some food along and enjoy this oasis in the city.

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Admission to Chihuly Nights is $10 for members and $15 for non-members, and is not included with daytime admission. However, admission to the daytime display is included with a ticket to the gardens, which costs $12 dollars with a student ID. Regular visiting hours for the Gardens are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

A little homegrown coffee shop on Broadway.

by Kellsie Brannen

Assistant Lifestyles Editor As a college student, one will inevitably come across many a coffee shop during his or her scholastic career. Most will probably be mediocre, a few exceptionally bad and even fewer so exceptionally good that they will become a new hang out for you and your friends. Using this criterion, Bardo is a coffee shop that is at least exceptionally good, if not the new go-to.

In many ways, the true test of a coffee shop is the atmosphere, and the atmosphere here is exactly what you would want. As you first walk in, the floorboards creak, giving the impression that this place has a history and isn’t just a brand new corporate coffee creation posing as rustic. The aroma of coffee and the warm, dim glow of the lighting create a cozy atmosphere. Art from local artists hangs on the walls for sale, and is refreshed often.

There is an entire shelf of board games including Jenga, Monopoly and plenty that I’ve never heard of. Where wall-space isn’t taken up by these two things, there are posters for upcoming concerts, yoga studios, psychics, dog-walkers, meditation circles and art shows. This might give you an idea of the clientele that Bardo typically services.

The baristas recognize the regulars, giving the place a very hole-in-the-wall feel. I ordered the Bardo coffee and a slice of blueberry coffee bread, which is supplied by City Bakery Denver, a local bakery that home-makes all-natural breads and pastries.

They offer cookies and pastries, as well as burritos and sandwiches with interesting flavors that I would probably never be inclined to try. I also realize that hipster-chic is possibly a dress code, although their friendliness certainly reflects no signs of snobbery. But really, they all have at least one piercing.

The shop is located on an exciting and eccentric bit of Broadway, about a ten minute drive from DU. Next door is an Illegal Pete’s, just in case you need to fulfil a sopapilla craving right before you get some coffee.

Once you get your coffee and food, you will then be faced with where to sit. Bardo is like the mullet of coffee shops—it’s business in the front and party in the back. When one first walks into the shop, she sees many a table full of hard-working students on laptops, well-dressed twenty somethings on dates and bearded men scribbling strange things into notebooks. It’s very quiet and an ideal place for studying.

Further back into the establishment, however, the vibe changes. The back room is very dimly lit, and couches are arranged in circles around tables.

There are still a few people pecking away on laptops, but lots of people are also conversing. The furniture arrangement creates a very open atmosphere where talking to strangers is acceptable.

I decided to sit in the back.

The Bardo coffee is absolutely delicious. It manages to be sweet, but still have a rich, distinctly coffee taste (unlike many Starbucks drinks, which are usually so frantically sugary they might as well not have coffee). The foam on top is the perfect accent, and it even has a heart in it. The bread is thick and moist, with real blueberries.

One can taste the difference in the quality of these locally-made products as opposed to products sold in large, corporate shops.

My friend’s apple cider, with real caramel added, was a warm delight. It tasted like a nap on a cold winter’s day in a cup.

As we sit enjoying our drinks, we begin chatting with several of the people around us.

I meet a software designer who had been an opera major in college, a few stoner high schools students and a tarot card reader.

The fact that this compilation of people could gather in the same place at one time, and be able to converse about their life experiences, is a testament to the type of coffee shop that Bardo is.

According to my tarot card reading, I will find love in the near future. While that remains to be seen, I see one thing in your future—checking out this awesome, homegrown coffee joint.

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“Gone Girl” retells troubled marriage with a twist

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Ben Affleck, pictured left, plays Nick Dunne, the accused suspect in new thriller “Gone Girl.” Officer Jim Gilpin, played by Patrick Fugit, and Rand and Marybeth Elliott, (David Clennon, Lisa Banes) look on with chief concern.

By Maddy Meredith Entertainment Editor Has your familiarity with someone ever been utterly and disastrously deceptive?

“Gone Girl” tells the story of married couple Amy Elliott Dunne, played by Rosamund Pike (“Pride and Prejudice”), and Nick Dunne, played by Ben Affleck (“Argo”). Originally a book by Gillian Flynn released in2012, it is now the material for David Flincher’s venture into a darker side of cinematography.

The film opens with scenic shots of Missouri, where all appears to be gloomy and shrouded around Nick’s sleepy hometown, North Carthage. On the day of their fifth wedding anniversary, Nick returns to his suburban home only to find his beloved wife missing. Detectives arrive, the wheels set in motion, and a manhunt for the miss-

Fast forward to four anniversaries later, and this is where the real intrigue begins. As Amy winds through her dialogue of their marriage, Nick’s image quickly gets converted into the stuff of nightmares. She provides the audience with flashbacks of physical and emotional abuses committed against her in escalating frequency in their five years of marriage.

The story of Amy’s disappearance becomes national news, and Nick finds himself facing a weary and mistrusting public. Amy’s parents, Rand and Marybeth, played by David Clennon (“Criminal Minds”) and Lisa Banes (“One Life to Live”), first side with Nick. Overbearing and easily persuaded, they quickly backpedal and begin to suspect his motives.

As the plot thickens, Ben Affleck does an excellent job of portraying potential wifekiller Nick Dunne. His “villainous” good looks turn sinister as does his anger with the situation, and Amy’s “salt-of-the-Earth Mis-

souri man” becomes increasingly suspicious in the public’s eye. Also, in Rosamund Pike’s first major motion picture role, she brings a cold and calculating edge to the unusually -poised Amy, leading audience to think she might not be all she initially seems.

The plotline takes several detours from the book, but remains, for the most part, true to course. Gillian Flynn, author of “Gone Girl” is the screenwriter, and readers will not be disappointed by character descriptions, as both Affleck and Pike do an excellent job of portraying his/her character’s darker edges.

Overall, “Gone Girl” is not for the squeamish or faint of heart. This chilling crime thriller will keep audiences on the edge of their seat until the very end. Fans of the novel will not be disappointed, as the book’s main characters and plotline are stunningly depicted, albeit a few twists.

“Gone Girl” lends a new meaning to “til’ death do us part.”

the four of them are just entering law dents in the class, few superfluous charschool and Keating’s class. acters were introduced, a good idea for a Throughout the episode, the pilot show with this large of an ensemble cast. flashes forward to the four students wres- So far, everyone seems to be connected tling with the body, revealing either to another member on more and more as more is the show who they should known about the cast and not be, or entwined in the “Davis manmythology of the show. mystery of the missing colPlenty of drama and lege girl. ages to be intrigue is packed into the The show is carried, seductive, pilot, including affairs, however, by extremely emotionally murder, missing college strong action, especially girls and possibly tainted from Davis. Davis, who broken and evidence, promising plenty managed to be seductive, terrified all in of good things for the rest emotionally broken and one scene.” of the season. Multiple story terrified all in one scene, lines are set in the pilot, but steals the show whenever it seems that the focus will be she’s in a scene. So far, the on the murder of another student at the four main law students seem to all have university. their own personalities, though Wes, “How To Get Away With Murder” despite being the focus of the pilot, is seems to be the type of show where the character about whom the least is everyone is important; besides other stu- known. So far, he’s the way that viewers

will learn about the world of the show, the character that we can empathize with the most.

“How To Get Away with Murder” also excels—especially in comparison to other shows on TV—on another point: diversity.

Not only is the main character (Keating) a black woman, but so is one of the other main law students. One of them—Connor Walsh—is, at least sexually fluid, if not gay, but it’s not treated as a big deal, nor is it his defining characteristic.

As of right now, the women on the main cast outnumber the men, as well.

Within the first few minutes, the show passes the Bechdel Test, something that a shockingly low amount of TV shows and movies manage to due.

All things considered, the show is shaping up to have a strong season. Anyone looking for a fairly intelligent drama to sink his or her teeth into should check out “How To Get Away With Murder.”

ing Amy Elliott Dunne begins.

As the gruesome details of her disappearance unfold, the seemingly picturesque marriage of Nick and Amy unravels before the audience.

In the beginning, Nick and Amy seem to be the perfect complement to each other.

The young couple’s first encounter occurs in New York, at a writer’s party. From their first date to his proposal and their first anniversary, all seems to sparkle. Amy’s intelligence, beauty and wit combine to create the AllAmerican girl who Nick finds himself falling in love with. Her parent’s creation of a series of children’s books called “Amazing Amy” based on her childhood serve to perpetuate this image, and Nick is her charming, if a bit rugged, knight-in-shining-armor.

But good goes from bad to worse, as Amy’s diary reveals the recipes for conflict: a recession, two lost jobs, and Nick’s dying mother. Forced to move back to Missouri, Amy and Nick begin again in suburbia.

“Murder” an unlawfully good time

By Madeline Zann Contributing Writer Writer, producer and director Shonda Rhimes is known for her TV dramas— Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal—but now she’s adding another one to the mix: “How To Get Away With Murder.”

Starring Academy Award Nominee Viola Davis (“The Help”) as Professor Annalise Keating, the law teacher from hell, the show centers on Keating’s law class and the five students she picks as her protégées.

The show opens with four of Keating’s five protégées—Wes Gibbons (Alfred Enoch), Connor Walsh (Jack Falahee), Michaela Pratt (Aja Naomi King) and Laurel Castillo (Karla Souza)—discussing how to deal with someone that they have presumably murdered. A few minutes later, the show flashes back to three months ago when

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“Selfie” premiere just scratches surface

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Eliza Dooley, pictured here, is played by Karen Gillan (Guardians of the Galaxy). ABC’s new hit comedy was released Sept. 30, and provides sass, romance and intrigue all for the name of social sin: vanity edition.

By Adam Lujan Contributing Writer On Sept. 30, ABC debuted its new comedy “Selfie,” an updated version of the 1964 classic “My Fair Lady.”

The show follows Eliza Dooley (Karen Gillan, “Guardians of the Galaxy”), a self-obsessed social media addict, as she undergoes a personality makeover from her co-worker Henry Higgs (John Cho, “Star Trek Into Darkness”).

The hokey title implies a pop culture infused show just looking to capitalize on today’s rampant narcissism. While this is unfortunately true for much of the first episode, there might still be a glimmer of hope for any tepid viewers.

The pilot does a fairly good job of introducing viewers into the show’s materialistic world. Eliza Dooley has over 200,000 followers on her social media platforms, thanks to her superficial personality and good looks. Henry

Higgs, meanwhile, is a buttoned-up naysayer of the “selfie” culture.

Eliza and Henry work for the charming and strange Sam Saperstein (David Harewood, “Homeland”) at a pharmaceutical company. Eliza is the firm’s top salesperson, while Henry is a marketing whiz kid. When Eliza embarrasses herself in front of the company and her entire Internet following, she realizes how empty her life has become. She asks Henry for help in rebuilding her image and changing her outlook on life.

At times, “Selfie” is almost #TooMuch. The incessant, oftengrating, pop culture references spittle out of characters lips through every scene. Think “Gilmore Girls” on acid.

Most come from Eliza in her narration, which is understandable considering her character, but it feels less like a show trying to be culturally relevant and more like someone’s dad trying to sound hip. It’s as if someone took the Twitter feed of Kim Kardashian and turned it into dialogue.

The point is obviously to be satiric, but it’s like beating a dead horse. The title and Eliza’s personality are enough of a scathing critique on society.

Another pitfall is the relationship between Eliza and Henry. There are some not-so-subtle hints at a romance between the two, which is no surprise coming from a mainstream television show about a man and a woman.

As in “My Fair Lady,” the story is about a woman changing herself in order to meet someone else’s standards. While it is Eliza’s choice to change, to want to be a better person, she is ultimately doing it so others will like her, not so she will like herself.

Having Henry fall in love with her only reinforces Eliza’s tendency to define her self-worth based on others.

A more interesting adaptation might find both Eliza and Henry growing from the situation, helping each other as individuals. But this is Hollywood, so there has to be a romantic happy ending, right?

Despite what they’re given as characters, Gillan and Cho offer a wonderful

example of on-screen chemistry and comedic timing. Scottish actress Gillan hits the nail on the head with her performance as Eliza Dooley.

She is simultaneously ditzy, vain and vulnerable. She manages to find depth in an outwardly one-dimensional role. Cho also shines as the tersely-spoken cynic with a heart of gold, Henry.

He is funny without being comical, and he is honest without being especially preachy. Gillan and Cho are well matched, easily the highlight of an otherwise uneven premiere. In fact, it’s thanks to Gillan and Cho that the show is even watchable. The quieter moments between the two are when “Selfie” really shines.

The charming chemistry between these two are enough reason to stick with the show for at least a few more weeks.

As with most pilots, it isn’t perfect, but there’s still time for growth. Taking out the overdone dialogue and focusing less on hooking up the two leads, “Selfie” might actually capture the “likes” it’s craving.

“Selfie” airs Tuesdays at 8/7c on ABC.

owns a Bail Bond Company. Through a manipulation of family secrets bordering on black mail, Stephanie secures a tentative post as a bounty hunter. The job seems simple: find the person who skipped their bond hearing, bring him/ her to the police station and collect ten percent of the bond money as payment.

However, we quickly learn that nothing is ever simple in Stephanie’s world.

Joe Morelli is the nearly-irresistible bad boy turned cop who seduced Stephanie behind the counter of a bakery during their high school years. In return, she broke his leg a few years later when her car “accidentally” ran up onto the sidewalk and “happened” to hit Morelli from behind. Now, 11 years later, tensions are still high between the two, especially when Stephanie finds out the Morelli is her first target.

Though he’s a cop and claims selfdefense, Morelli is being charged with a murder that occurred while he was on the job. Morelli’s bail was set at $100,000 so if Stephanie succeeds in bringing Morelli in, she would score a badly-needed $10,000.

The hard part is catching him, because he seems to have disappeared into the wind after initially getting out on bail.

Stephanie is pulled, kicking and scratching, into the mystery of the murder that Morelli supposedly committed. Along the way she meets Lula, the overweight but saucy hooker and Ranger, an elusive and intimidating, albeit sexy,

form of a bounty hunter. In her amateur and admittedly haphazard investigation, Stephanie attracts the attention of boxer Benito Ramirez. Soon he is showing up at her apartment, leaving threatening phone messages and scaring her into seeking help in a most unlikely ally.

Evanovich smartly crafts unique characters, all of whom never fail to evoke a reaction, whether it is laughing hysterically or cursing in annoyance. We fall in love with Stephanie within the first three pages, after learning about her early life blunders, and consequently fall into the love-hate relationship she has with Morelli. Stephanie is sarcastic, defensive, and quirky, but we admire her determination and willingness to be bold even

when she feels like running away. She is surprisingly relatable, even when she is climbing through dumpsters to find her car keys, getting her eyebrows singed off as her car blows up, or being handcuffed to her shower rod.

“One for the Money” is riddled with fascinating characters, biting humor and ridiculous situations. By the end, we are convinced that only Stephanie could work herself into such ludicrous mishaps and make it out almost unscathed. The good news is that this book is the first in the series of Stephanie Plum novels. Once Stephanie’s crazy tales entrap you, don’t fear, because they continue for 21 books (so far), and each one is entirely refreshing and unpredictable.

“One for the Money” worth every penny Book Bin

By Abbie Randall Contributing Writer It may come as a surprise to you that intense strife, imminent death and tearjerking moments are not required in the workings of a quality novel. Sure, a novel that gets your blood pounding is intriguing, but do you ever find yourself wanting to read something that is simply fun? If you enjoy a smart, funny, sassy, unique, slightly sexy and easy-to-breeze-through mystery, then Janet Evanovich’s novel “One for the Money” is the story for you.

The story centers around main character Stephanie Plum and her life in Trenton, New Jersey. Stephanie is a young, single woman, living in an apartment with her hamster Rex and working as a lingerie buyer. She frequents her family’s dinner table at their house in the Trenton neighborhood, ‘the Burg’, usually under the lure of a solid meal when she has no suitable food in the fridge.

Unfortunately, Stephanie lost her job six months earlier, when the company she worked for took a nosedive, and she has now taken to selling her appliances in exchange for much-needed money. In a last attempt to find a job, Stephanie pays a visit to her sleazy cousin Vinnie who

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“Freak Show” introduces contorted new season

by Chloe Barrett Contributing Writer Step right up, folks, and witness the most astonishing collection of humanity ever assembled in one series.

“American Horror Story: Freak Show” is a perfect fit for those who love campy horror, gore, mythology and social commentary.

This horror series reinvents each season so while the actors largely remain the same; the grim settings and unnerving characters change.

The first season was set in a Los Angeles haunted house subtitled “Murder House.” It was succeeded by “Asylum,” which took place in a 1960s mental institution, and then “Coven,” which followed a coven of Salem descendants in a New Orleans boarding school.

The American Horror Story series blends the real world with the spiritual realm with a fair amount of gore and camp. In “Murder House,” this happens when Violet — the daughter in the family who moved into the haunted house — discovers her own dead body.

After continually running out the front door only to find herself running into the house again, Violet is told that she didn’t survive her suicide attempt: she remembers only after seeing her flyriddled corpse.

In “Asylum,” this moment happens when Lana discovers that Dr. Thredson is the infamous serial killer “Bloody Face.” After Dr. Thredson, the psychiatrist of the Briarcliff mental hospital, helps Lana escape, he lures her into his basement and reveals his identity by placing the atrocious and horrifying mask — made from the sewed-together skin of his victims — on his face.

The most chilling event in “Coven” is when Myrtle is burned alive at the

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The fourth season of American Horror Story: Freak Show, takes the already formidable cast to new heights.

stake after she is found guilty of blinding Cordelia with an acid attack.

The show’s twisted genius is in its ability to exploit humanity’s greatest fears: seeing one’s own dead body, being captured by a sadistic serial killer and burning alive, to name a few. The show also offers pointed social commentary.

The first season focuses on the illusion of the American dream, and deals with infidelity and betrayal within families; the second takes on religious-based oppression, discrimination against homosexuality and the treatment of the mentally ill in America. The third season critiques women’s oppression in a patriarchal society, slavery and

racial discrimination. The show’s social critiques allow the audience to be horrified and repulsed by the ills of the society they live in.

References to mythology and real life characters in American Horror Story allow the exploration of the deepest horrors of American society.

In “Murder House,” the famous Black Dahlia murder is incorporated as well as the Columbine school shooting.

In “Asylum,” a grown-up Anne Frank is imagined, and an ex-Nazi party member who performs sadistic medical experiments on human beings is showcased. “Coven” integrates the true story of the New Orleans serial

killer known as “the Axeman.”

“American Horror Story: Freak Show “promises to be the show’s “scariest creation so far,” complete with conjoined twins, a bearded lady and a horrifying clown. “Freak Show” surrounds a 1950’s traveling sideshow – one of the last of its kind – that infests the town of Jupiter, Florida.

In an innovative choice unique to American Horror Story, as with previous seasons, the cast will consist of actors returning to play all new roles.

Jessica Lange is back as Elsa Mars, the maestro overseeing this ensemble of anomalies.

Kathy Bates returns as Ethel Darling, the bearded lady. Angela Bassett plays Desiree Dupree, the threebreasted woman. Sarah Paulson will portray — in perhaps her most fascinating role yet — conjoined twins Bette and Dot Tattler, the two-headed girl. Michael Chiklis is strongman Wendell “Dell” Toledo. John Carroll Lynch will play Twisty the Clown, a character who will undoubtedly awaken audiences’ most-paralyzing childhood fear. Evan Peters is Jimmy Darling, the man with the lobsterhands. Emma Roberts is con artist Maggie Esmerelda.

Also in the mix is Guinness World Record holder Jyoti Amge, the world’s smallest woman at just slightly over two feet tall.

The Freak Show’s presence in Jupiter befalls the emergence of a brutal dark entity that endangers the lives of town residents and the carnies.

If the previous three seasons are any indicator, “Freak Show” will not disappoint in the twisted and creepy departments. Eager viewers should prepare for a gruesome terror fest that, as Bates’ character says in a preview trailer, will “astound your senses”. Season 4 premieres Wednesday Oct. 8 on FX.

“The Box Trolls” will square its way into your heart

by Adam Lujan Contributing Writer Charming comedy “The Box Trolls,” released Sept. 26, tells the story of young boy Eggs and his closely knit troll family.

Joining the ranks of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Corpse Bride,” the new stop-motion animated film “The Boxtrolls” opened in theatres on Sept. 26. Produced by Laika, the studio behind “Coraline” and “ParaNorman,” the film tells the story of Eggs (Isaac Hempstead-Wright), a young boy raised by a family of trolls who shell themselves in cardboard boxes. It’s a beautiful tale about family, identity and perception, perfect for children and the young at heart.

Set in the town of Cheesebridge, run by cheese-obsessed nobles called the White Hats, “The Boxtrolls” begins with the kidnapping of a local baby boy by the supposedly menacing Boxtrolls who inhabit the city’s sewers. A troupe of Red Hats, led by the evil Archibald Snatcher (Ben Kingsley, “Ender’s Game”), are charged with exterminating the town’s troll problem. The actually good-natured trolls raise the boy, whom they name Eggs, as their own, and he grows up believing he is just another Boxtroll. When Eggs inadvertently meets Winnie (Elle Fanning, “Maleficent”), the daughter of a White Hat, his whole world is turned upside down and he must reconsider his place within it.

Most films geared toward children tend to sugarcoat and simplify the complexities of life. For some reason, storytellers tend to think children cannot understand the grey area between black and white, when the reality is that children live in a world of grey until they’re told what’s black and what’s

white. What is remarkable and refreshing about “The Boxtrolls” is that it’s not afraid to offer children a complicated world filled with complicated people—all while maintaining a sense of whimsy, wonder and adventure. Children’s films also tend to be riddled with overarching lessons, and “The Boxtrolls” is no different.

An important theme in the film is family. Eggs is torn between the world of humans, where he supposedly belongs, and his family of trolls who raised him. When he encounters Winnie, she describes to him what a “father” is, since he does not know the term. After she explains, he realizes Fish, the troll who adopted him all those years ago, always fulfilled that role in his life. Winnie then sees that her own father doesn’t even fit this criteria. Family, then, is something earned, not assigned.

Winnie’s father might be that in name only, but it’s his actions that really count.

The film also lends its voice to something everyone grapples with: identity.

Eggs struggles to find where he belongs when he learns he is human, not a troll.

In a surprising example, the villains of the film also have their own identity crisis.

Mr. Trout (Nick Frost, “The World’s End) and Mr. Pickles (Richard Ayoade, “The IT Crowd”), two of Snatcher’s henchmen, constantly question their own motivations throughout the film. They see themselves as the good guys, wondering if that reflects in their actions.

This leads into a bigger concept of perception. The people of Cheesebridge have an enormous, cruel prejudice against the Boxtrolls, who they view as monsters.

Ironically, it is the townspeople—especially Snatcher—who are actually enacting the most fear and hatred. In a lot of ways, the humans are the villain of the story. This demonstrates that there are

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Eggs, voiced by Isaac Hempstead-Wright, is the main character in the new family film “The Box Trolls.”

two sides to every story, with the identities of the heroes and villains depending on who is narrating. It also shows that those who are different—like the Boxtrolls—are not to be feared or hated, but to be understood and loved.

All of these elements combine to create a truly heart-warming film. It might sound cheesy, but it’s rare to have a film— especially one meant for children—that can evoke something so emotionally reso-

nant. And this is all on top of a gorgeously and intricately animated film; the artistry behind it all is gob-smacking.

Even the chilly-hearted would appreciate the immense talent, patience and creativity demonstrated with every tiny movement in the film. “The Boxtrolls” is a remarkable piece of filmmaking and its story is refreshingly well done. It’s now playing in theatres everywhere. Be there, and be square.

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Out of sight and mind – Election 2014 Mike Ioffredo

Contributing Writer Two years ago this week, it seemed as though the entire nation descended on DU for the first presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney. The weeks leading up to the debate provided a compelling scene with large fences separating the campus from the rest of the city.

Greek Life was suspended for fear of creating a national security threat, and students were being asked the same question they are today: “Are you registered to vote in Colorado?”

We loved the attention, and many of us responded by casting our votes.

But with the cameras off and the celebrities gone, DU students won’t be nearly as invested in this election.

True, the midterm elections are the uglier “step-sister” to presidential elections. At first look, the midterms don’t appear to carry as much weight. Yet, even without presidential candidates on campus this year, the midterm election in Colorado still has serious implications on a national level.

President Obama’s plummeting approval rating has opened the door for Republicans to take control of the Senate. Our state is one of five whose Senate race factors into such a Republican victory – one that would yield control of both Houses, and a more significant policy voice. The Colorado race, one that pits incumbent Senator Mark Udall (Democrat) against Representative Cory Gardner (Republican) remains too close to call entering the final month of the campaign. Our “youth” vote could tip the balance one way or the other.

Do DU students care about this election? Probably fewer do than should, and history isn’t in our favor.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, far fewer adults vote during the midterm elections than presidential elections, and our age group is no exception.

For example, in the 2012 presidential election, 41.2 percent of U.S. Citizens between the age of 18 and 24 abandoned Netflix long enough to cast a ballot. By comparison, only 21.3 percent did so in the 2010 midterms.

Worse, with marijuana legalized, college students in Colorado don’t have a compelling referendum for which to vote.

Finally, we’re woefully underinformed. If asked about the differences between Mark Udall’s and Cory Gardner’s respective policy platforms, most students would resort to a description of party rather than issue differences.

Can we wake up in time? It isn’t enough to have voter registration booths outside of Sturm and email reminders encouraging (but more times badgering) students to vote. Students need to be “sold” on why their vote matters, and there’s been a lack of effective salesmen on campus.

Two years ago, we didn’t need to be sold. It was a presidential election, we were better informed, and, yes, we understood the consequences. We had two photogenic, articulate spokesmen for their parties on campus, and we were completely invested in the election and its outcome. We are less fortunate this time around.

Although today’s situation may be different, Colorado is still a swing state and the outcome of this midterm election still carries meaning– much like your vote, if you decide to exercise it.

lence cases on campuses and increases the already-existing requirements for campuses to ensure the safety and privacy of victims.

While this law doesn’t directly affect DU, it is an example of the nation-wide change that is being pushed forward. At a federal level, the Department of Education released a list of colleges and universities that are under investigation for possible violations of federal law for handling these types of cases in May. DU was included on the list, which has now grown to include more than 70 institutions.

Addressing the concern over this list, DU sent an email to students, staff, and faculty on Oct. 1, stating that the listing indicates only that a complaint is under investigation. Although it is yet unclear if DU has actually mishandled a case of sexual violence, this is still an alarming report that should awaken the university and students to current policies. Even if the complaint is unfounded, DU should be taking every possible step towards eliminating the potential for future mishandling of cases.

It is clear from the outline also included in the Oct. 1 email, and an evaluation of the resources available on campus, that DU is beginning to take appropriate steps to better handle cases of sexual violence. There are resources to help victims through

any steps they may want to take in response to sexual violence, whether it be through the university, law enforcement or legal action. In addition, there are resources for friends to help fellow students, and guidelines on how confidentiality can be maintained through any process. All of these resources can be found on the CAPE website: www. du.edu/health-and-counseling-center/ cape/index.html.

One of the most important resources that DU offers was started in summer 2013 — the DU B.O.S.S. program. It is a bystander intervention program that helps students understand when it is necessary to step in to help prevent potential sexual violence.

Bystander intervention has been recognized as one of the most effective methods of reducing sexual violence on college campuses, and this program is a step towards training students to understand when and how to intervene in potentially unsafe situations.

Despite the great potential this program has, there has been very little progress in actually training students.

On the B.O.S.S. website, there is no information about training sessions and there have been little to no communications to students about how to get involved.

This is a clear example of a step DU needs to take to ensure that the actions taken are not simply meeting

national standards, but actually aiding students.

The steps DU has taken are necessary and appropriate, but there is still much that can be done. Resources exist, but now students need to understand how to use them. This is something DU can work on as a university to push students to become more aware of the importance of sexual violence.

The DU community also needs to become involved. It is not enough for administration to offer these resources and framework; we must also step forward as students, and, as a community, to ensure we are all being treated fairly.

We may be attending this university for different reasons, but we all deserve to feel comfortable and safe while we’re here. Contact CAPE to get involved or at the very least view their resources to understand what you can do to understand the importance of consent and intervention.

DU has taken steps toward appropriately handling sexual violence oncampus, but needs to take more actions to ensure that students feel comfortable on-campus. As a member of this community, every student also needs to take it upon themselves to contribute to a safe environment. Try to consider what these actions are to ensure our community is one in which we can take pride.

Remember that you can call the CAPE helpline 24/7 at 303-871-3456.

Does DU have a handle on sexual violence?

Nikki Frick

Contributing Writer Sexual violence on university campuses, despite its enduring effects, has only been gaining serious attention and action in recent years. The importance of the issue requires us to evaluate DU’s commitment to handling sexual violence. DU’s current policies and resources satisfy national calls for reducing related issues, but meeting the national average is not enough. DU needs to put more effort into protecting the health and safety of students — both as a university and as a community.

Sexual violence has decreased significantly in the past 20 years, but it is still an issue requiring attention.

Sexual violence is especially prominent at the age of college students, which places pressure on campuses to ensure students are truly safe. In addition, there is a potential for colleges to teach students healthy behavior to carry through lives, much like the other programs most colleges have to teach students how to be healthy through nutrition, fitness, and counseling.

This potential has prompted governmental pressure on colleges to reduce and appropriately manage cases of sexual violence on-campus.

A newly-enacted California law establishes a legal standard for sexual vio-

Pioneer Voices:

what do you think is the most impactful global event that affects du students?

klaus sade Sophomore Colorado “The lack of knowledge about elections in general. Students are a substantial part of the vote, so it’s important to be informed.”

camaron barta Senior Illinois “Renewable energy.”

lauren indovino Freshman Missouri “Global warming and climate change.”

sabrina zunich Freshman California “Ebola.”

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Rebuttal to “Dorm life” Emily Krebs

Contributing Writer The optimism put forth by Jena Moch in her Oct. 1 article “Dorm life: the real gift of the college experience” shows a truly wonderful side of DU— one that many of my friends were fortunate enough to experience. It seems plenty of students remember their first weeks at the university quite fondly: outgoing roommates, chill RAs, unlimited burgers and fries… The whole scenario seems movie-ready.

But the author herself said it best: “People truly take the smooth transition we had for granted; they think all colleges are like this, just because they all should be.” I completely agree. All colleges should provide excellent support services to their students, especially the first-years.

But the reality is: they don’t.

Even at DU, not every student’s dorm experience is as dreamy as the one this article describes.

Its classic image of College Life was pretty much slapped off my face on move-in day.

That morning, I turned my dorm key and unlocked a nightmare inside Centennial Towers. My bed was broken. The electrical on my half of the room didn’t work. The floor’s laundry machine had been ripped off the wall. Raw meat was sitting straight on the racks in our refrigerator (no container involved).

Our window well was flooded.

The whole room smelled like fish.

Rotting fish. And maintenance

“was going to try to get to it in the next couple of weeks.”

Needless to say, it wasn’t my best day.

Cramming a room’s worth of stuff back into my ’95 Toyota Camry and moving back home was an utterly humiliating process. Fortunately, my parents were understanding. Unfortunately, the vast majority of the DU student body was not.

To this day, I hide my commuter status whenever possible because most people just don’t get it. They hold similar beliefs to those expressed in Moch’s article, privileged ideas that claim living on campus is the one and only way to experience higher education.

While I’m sure these people don’t intend to be exclusionary, I find their rhetoric quite isolating. “Without [living in a dorm],” Moch claims, “not only are you missing out on the quintessential college experience, but you will lack the ability to live and constantly interact with all different kinds of people in life.”

Whoa now. Do I feel like I missed out? Yeah, I do. I’ll admit that. But do I think I’m doomed to an eternity of ill social skills and interpersonal failures? Of course not.

It’s naive to assert that the traditional mode is the best way, and even more foolish to think that it’s the only one. In reality, it is a privilege even have the opportunity to try living in a dorm— even if it takes a turn for the worst.

DU students—myself included—take a lot for granted.

Most of us come from privileged

backgrounds that allow us forget about dorm life’s four-year, $60,000 price tag. But, for many Pioneers, living on campus simply isn’t an option financially.

Furthermore, living in a dorm isn’t possible for students whose disabilities and illnesses, both mental and physical, require alternative living environments.

Of course, most of the student body doesn’t fall into either of these categories. But regardless of your standing within them, limiting a college education to those who sleep on-campus is unacceptable.

I don’t mean to hammer on this author in particular; her claims are part of the American Story that’s been sold and told to us forever. Eighteen? Move out. College. Party. Experiment.

Ignore parents. Be independent.

The fact that dorm life is the definition of how all of these things are to be achieved makes it really hard for those who cannot, or choose not, to follow the typical path.

Tolerance is a true mark of the educated mind, and I hope that in the future more Pioneers are able to see their living experiences as unique, not universal.

But dorm sentiments aside, there one point of Moch’s article with which I wholeheartedly agree: “DU is truly an incredible place to call home.” Graduation will mean saying goodbye to a new family: one composed of the friends, teammates, professors, and mentors that are the center of my world… Even though I don’t sleep on campus.

Booze taboos are old news Jena Moch

Contributing Writer Drinking in college has been an issue for countless universities over the years, and this year at DU is no exception. Between Aug. 31 and Sept. 11 alone there were 15 reported incidents to campus safety about students being sent to detox.

There were also three hospitalizations of students who were declared to be dangerously intoxicated due to their blood alcohol content.

This frightening combination left authority figures questioning how do they go about reducing those numbers in the future. The answer is simple: loosen up on enforcing the regulations a bit.

Now, that may seem counterintuitive, but that is how we are going to solve this issue. The stricter the school is about drinking, the more students are going to rebel. It’s like when your parents tell you not to do something, you only want to do more just because they said not to.

Understandably, the school has an obligation to abide by federal and state laws, but that doesn’t mean they should actively go about trying to punish people. This includes not allowing glass bottles in the room that resemble alcohol containers even if they are empty and current occupants are not intoxicated, searching through personal belongings to catch students when they do not appear intoxicated, etc.

By being so strict about enforcing the regulations, the school is simply prolonging the amount of time students will engage in exces-

sive drinking behavior. Granted, the Aug. 31-Sept. 11 numbers are high, but you also have to realize that those were during the first few days of school. Those students are brand new to DU and college life, probably living independently for the first time. They’re bound to go a little crazy at first, but they’ll settle down at some point.

The current way of going about the alcohol regulation policies clearly isn’t working, so maybe it is time to get a little creative.

Use the upperclassmen to help solve the issue. Make a committee.

Have a peer monitoring system.

Make it so that its not always the establishment vs. students, so this way the University doesn’t always appear to be the bad guy.

But students also have to be smart. Be in control, and never be belligerently drunk, because at that point the school does have to intervene. When you go out drinking, make sure you are with people you trust. Have a designated driver, know how much you drank, and know your limits.

Being so against alcohol makes students fearful of the school and the consequences they’ll face if caught. They are going to go behind authority’s back and perhaps even engage in binge drinking.

According to JAMA network, a shocking 44 percent of the college students who took their survey were binge drinkers. 19 percent, one fifth of those people, were frequent binge drinkers.

We don’t want our Pios to be part of that statistic. Let’s work together to change what college drinking should be like.

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: r e t t u The lasting impacts of WWI G e th a substantial world power – in many aspects balancing Britain and France in the West. The Austro-Hungary empire, in holding an alliance with Germany, had increased incentive to “act out”.

This pursuit of power and military deterrence lay the groundwork for the events leading up to the war. A series of alliances (between Germany and Austro-Hungary, Russia and Serbia, France and Britain, Britain and Belgium, and France and Russia) was created in order to maintain balance and power, threw the continent into sweeping military pursuit with just a single, regionally-important assassination.

There are many viable theories in regard to the motivation for the war: alliances, nationalism, increased militarism and colonialism are all factors that can each independently explain the course of events in the late 1910s. However,

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As the West faces a possible war with Russia over the situation in Ukraine, it is best to analyze the causes and effects of a similar war.

World War I was fought and won by the West, and the ramifications of the outcome are still present today, bringing stability and increased diplomatic measures to the world.

However, many scholars believe that the amount of military conflict in the world today, stretching from the Middle East to the proxy wars in Ukraine, will lead to a trigger event that activates military alliances and plunges the world into a global war.

At the turn of the twentieth century, the international system faced a political crisis. Even though the spread of the Russian Empire had been stopped during the Crimean War, Russia was still

From Campus to the Capitol Alex Johnson Editor Emeritus

The bottom of the ballot The work of government isn’t always as svelte and sexy as “House of Cards” might imply.

Plenty of critical work is done at the local level in city councils, school boards and boards of county commissioners. This week, we will examine some of the “bottom of the ticket” Colorado elections, which, though not as exciting as House, Senate, and Governor races, are impor-

tant to the sausage-making element of government.

On the ballot this year, we will have the opportunity to vote on issues like GMO labeling, gambling in Aurora, school board requirements and personhood. I will cover the first two issues in this week’s column.

Proposition 105: Proposition 105 deals with the growing controversy surrounding genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. Similar measures failed in liberal states California and Washington in

a single incident in Serbia is attributed to being the sole, immediate cause of the war. The assassination of Franz Ferdinand, the Archduke of Austria-Hungary, was the first domino to fall in the war effort. A month later, European alliances forced the war to start.

The prelude to the regional instability of Serbia and AustroHungary was the increased class conflict and civil consciousness.

Many Poles, Prussians, and Germans within Germany who depended on agriculture lost the ability to compete with a more industrialized market, and were driven from their land in an effort to survive. These people crowded urban centers, and, unable to find work, increasingly voiced their dissent.

As the income gap increased and the standard of living went up, people started feeling a sense of entitlement to increased wages and the quality of life. Life span was trending upward. This increase in consciousness was a prerequisite to the increased class conflict observed in Austria-Hungary.

Citizens received a taste of civil liberties and started demanding rights.

Citizens in Europe started feeling an increase in wealth and in more time spent pursuing self-actualization.

It was no longer impossible to feed and clothe a family, and individuals found themselves enjoying increased accessibility to all areas of life. This led to the rebellions in Serbia during 1913 and early 1914, and pre-empted the murder of the Archduke and his wife.

The unrest in Eastern Europe at the time is attributed to these two elements. The impacts on the international system are still observed.

First, militarization continues to grow. Nation-states have been developing more aggressive and automated technology. Because alliances are no longer created to the extent that they were in the nineteenth century, governments are more self-reliant in terms of protection, and are investing in their militaries. Now we have drones, covert operations, and nuclear warheads as primary incentives against war.

Second, the League of Nations that was created following the war laid the necessary groundwork for a coalition of countries that later became the United Nations.

This achievement in and of itself benefits the current world order and international system, such a degree that it could be said that the first world war was not completely for naught. The discourse within the framework of the U.N. has allowed for diplomatic action, soft power and law to solve many international conflicts and crises.

In summary, civil consciousness and class conflict paved the road to the assassination of a regional figure. Following this incided, other factors, such as nationality, militarism, alliances, and colonialism, pushed the war to escalate and stretch across Europe.

After four bloody years, the impacts of the war are still observed to this day, particularly in the establishment of the United Nations as a world-wide organization, and the increased militarization of world powers. Even though the balance of power is no longer dependent on alliances, global governance has taken over as a balancing force of power and, thus, we see relative peace.

previous years, though, in comparison, the Colorado campaign has been more low-key.

According to the blue book, a publication sent out by the State of Colorado to inform voters, Proposition 105 requires that GMO-produced foods includes a label with the words “Produced With Genetic Engineering.”

This measure has been controversial with industry groups and some food producers, who see the labeling as too stringent and as an overreaction. Proponents point out that the EU already requires genetic labeling, while people against the proposal argue that mandatory labeling will raise food prices for consumers. Some items, like alcohol, food served at restaurants and some dairy products would be exempt from the new law, if passed.

The proposal, like Amendment 68, is worded as a “Yes” or “No” vote; a yes vote will change the law and require labeling,

while a no vote will shut down the measure.

what true. Each casino would pay the state $25 million to open, and then pay additional fees and taxes to the local communities. The $25 million to the state would be used to fund education.

Opponents of the amendment assert that it will benefit just one corporation—a Rhode Island one at that—and that it will negatively affect gaming in the other gambling towns, which rely heavily on Front Range tourism. While gambling used to be tied to larger moral issues, the contemporary electorate seems to have a more libertarian approach to the issue.

Because this is an all mail-in election, in just six days ballots will be mailed out to all registered voters in Colorado. These issues will be among those on which voters decide, in addition to the top-tier, more exciting races between dynamic candidates and their clash of ideas.

When you fill out your ballot, however, don’t forget to examine the bottom of the ticket races as well.

Ever since Boone got fired

Amendment 68: Gambling is only legal in Colorado on Indian reservations and in three voter-designated areas: Cripple Creek, near Colorado Springs, Blackhawk and Central City, located about an hour from Denver on I-70. Amendment 68 seeks to change that by asking voters to approve gambling at horse racetracks in Arapahoe, Mesa, and Pueblo counties.

The contentious issue is the Arapahoe County racetrack, which lies on the outskirts of Aurora. Passage of Amendment 68 would enable gambling as early as next year in Aurora and several years thereafter in the other counties.

Proponents of the change argue that the casinos will give millions of dollars to the state government, and this is some-

Unfortunately, we’ll only be seeing two more today. Elk and Jackalope, come back with me.

from his position as mascot at DU, he’s been trying to get his job back...

Are you kidding me!?

These guys can’t even talk!

Moo?

However, the competion has been steep...

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An inside look at the Denver Broncos Braiden Albrecht-Reed Senior Reporter The Arizona Cardinals came into the Mile High City on Oct. 5 undefeated, but left with a shredded and tired group. In their most complete game of the season, the Denver Broncos emerged victorious with a 41-20 win.

After posting 568 yard of offense, the team is rolling on all cylinders.

DU student Lars Bentley attended the game.

“Demaryius Thomas was

the best player of the game,” he said.

“The turning point of the game was his 80-some yard touchdown catch. [Ronnie] Hillman [Broncos’ back-up running back] came in and changed the Broncos’ run game. It changed the game because it opened up the passing game more for Peyton.

I’m not sure if he was less fatigued, or just better than [ M o n t e e ] ,” Bentley said.

Thomas erupted for a franchise record 226 yards. He also posted eight catches and two touchdowns.

His monster day was a much needed boost for a guy who has failed to post more than 70 yards in his previous three games so far this season.

Another breakout performer was Von Miller, who has also had a slow start this year. He accounted for 1.5 sacks and held consistent pressure on the Arizona quarterbacks.

Miller knocked the Cardinals’ starting quarterback, Drew Stanton, out of the game with a concussion.

Montee Ball left the game with a groin injury. He was replaced by Ronnie Hillman, who ran well and accounted for 64 yards on 15 rushes.

Undrafted rookie running back Juwan Thompson also got in on the fun, scoring his first professional touchdown.

He will look to make an impact as the year progresses if Ball is forced to miss more game time.

Not to be lost in the shuffle are Peyton Manning’s four touchdowns. He threw his 500th touchdown and joined an elite club of only him and Brett Favre.

Now sitting at 503, he is only five scores short of tying the record. He will be looking to reach that number next week against the struggling New York Jets.

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Redshirt sophomore Reagan Dunk looks to make a pass.

Another key to the Pioneers’ success is the return of senior goalkeeper Oliver Brown. An early season injury The DU men’s soccer saw sophomore Ryan Massey team continued its success take over the starting role, this weekend, tying Eastern allowing 9 goals. Brown, who Illinois on the road Oct. 5. took home Goalie of the Year The tie brought the Pioneers honors for the Summit League record to 6-3-1 on the season, last year, has shown improvewith a 1-0-1 mark in confer- ment in his return, allowing only .71 goals per game. ence.

“A key for us right now After winning the Summit [is]the return of League conBrown. Massey ference last played very season, the well early in the Pioneers are “Our goals are lofty season, and I back at it again think we have a this year. I don’t this year and few young goallook likely to think there’s a keepers who repeat their person in the locker are the future of conference this team, but to title. However, room who doesn’t have a four-year there are still think that we can be starter back to six games to lead the back good. But talking be played, four of the team just of which are about being good is from an orgaconference one thing, and actunization standopponents. point is huge,” W h i l e ally going out and said Muuss.

Denver has doing it is totally Despite struggled enjoying a readifferent.” somewhat on sonable amount the road this of success, season, 0-2-1, Bobby Muuss, Head Muuss believes they have been that Denver has excellent at Coach yet to play their home, 6-0. best soccer.

“It’s just “I think the comforts that we’re yet of being home. We have our routines, and less travel obvi- to see us all play well at the ously is going to save anyone,” same time, and I think that’s said head coach Bobby something that we’re all eager Muuss. “Every away game is a to see. Our goals are lofty flight for us. I just think the this year. I don’t think there’s guys are comfortable here. It’s a person in the locker room a good environment. I think who doesn’t think that we can each year the environment be good. But talking about here gets better and better. being good is one thing, and We’re getting more and more actually going out and doing it are totally different.” fan support.”

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DU women’s soccer faced Oral Roberts University on Oct. 3 at CIBER Field. The first conference game of the 2014 season, this game opened Summit League competition for both teams.

Oral Roberts, a private school from Oklahoma, is returning to the Summit League conference. They were a member until 2012, and have just rejoined.

Two minutes into the first half, Oral Roberts’ Megan Giles had a shot on goal, but DU keeper Tina Vargas dove to make an impressive stop – the most crucial save Vargas would make in the first 45 minutes of the game.

Vargas, a junior from Washington, made her second starting debut with the Pioneers last weekend.

DU went into the locker room at half-time with a seven to four shot ratio over Oral Roberts.

Fortunately, the second

half of the game was much more explosive for the Denver Pioneers.

Denver had 16 shots on goal compared to Oral Robert’s zero. Pioneer sophomore Brooke Boothe led the team with six attempts, three of which were on goal.

The match remained scoreless through regulation time, but overtime play only lasted five minutes.

Pio senior center back Sam Harder received a pass from sophomore Francesca Garzelloni. Harder slammed a kick into the back corner of the goal from the top of the box, giving Harder her second goal of the season and sixth of her career.

With Harder’s goal, Denver was on the scoreboard and walked away with their first conference win, 1-0.

DU women’s soccer then hosted the University of Nebraska-Omaha on Oct. 5.

Before this matchup, the Pioneers had won five straight games at home.

Unfortunately, Omaha came out on top after another intense overtime battle.

The first goal of the game came from an Omaha junior defender who scored on a free kick from 25 yards out. The ball bounced off of Vargas’ hands and into the back of the net.

DU’s first goal was scored in minute 22 by freshman Angelica Pacheco. This was Pacheco’s first goal as a Pioneer.

Omaha took the lead in the second half to bring the score to 1-2.

With only five minutes left in regulation game time, Denver was able to equalize the score to 2-2. Boothe scored on an assist from Harder. The game went into overtime, again for Denver.

Eighteen minutes into overtime play, Omaha scored to give the Omaha Mavericks a win, 3-2.

Despite the outcome, the Pioneers put up a very tough fight and came back to send the game into overtime for the second time in the last two games.

Denver will travel to battle Indiana University-Purdue University in Indianapolis on Oct. 10.

Pioneers ice McGill University during preseason play in Magness Arena Continued from page 1 About midway through the period, Jaillet made a save and froze the puck in DU’s defensive zone. In front of the net, DU’s Joey LaLeggia and McGill’s Jonathan Brunelle exchanged some salty words before a full shoving match.

Both received roughing penalties and sat for two minutes.

A few minutes later in front of the McGill goalie, sophomore Matt Marcinew was called for roughing after he took down a McGill player post-whistle.

Nursing their 3-2 lead, DU was looking to escape with a win, but were being pressed.

Attempting to control the puck in the neutral zone, DU junior Quentin Shore was slew-footed in front of the home team’s bench. Obviously enraged by the non-call, the Pioneers responded with some more post-whistle nonsense a few moments later.

Sticking up for their teammate, LaLeggia and Zajac received roughing penalties.

McGill fared worse, seeing one player assessed a game misconduct.

In the end, DU was awarded a powerplay and was able to control the puck throughout the end of the game. In a hard-fought, scrappy

victory, DU displayed some key components. The defense played smart throughout and had some nice outlet passes.

While the forwards didn’t have great chemistry (1-8 on powerplay), they showed enough skill to register three crucial goals.

Maybe most importantly, some awesome “I’ve got your back” moments took place which the players can build trust from.

The Pioneers look ready for the regular season, which begins on the Oct. 17 against Rensselar Polytechnic Institute in Magness Arena. The puck will drop at 7:37 p.m.