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University rearranges campus testing schedule tested three times a week “if we believe you might have a higher risk of recent exposure,” the Massmail stated. The Massmail was sent by Mike DeLorenzo, Senior Associate Chancellor for Administration and Operations Chair and COVID-19 Executive Steering Committee on Return to On-Campus Operations and Matthew Tomaszewski, Executive Associate Provost for Capital Planning Vice Chair and COVID-19 Executive Steering Committee on Return to On-Campus Operations. Staff, faculty and graduate

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All staff, faculty and graduate students are no longer required to get tested for COVID-19 twice a week and instead have been moved to a once weekly testing schedule, the University announced in a Massmail Monday. The changes come after the University found that more than 95% of all new cases were among undergraduate students. Therefore, undergraduate students are still required to be tested twice a week and some undergraduates may be directly contacted to be

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Students party in the driveway of a house located on First Street on Aug. 28. Some on campus residents received court notices due to breaking social distancing measures.

Students receive court notices for parties BY SAMANTHA BOYLE MANAGING EDITOR FOR REPORTING

On Aug. 28, police officers witnessed a loud party at the offender’s residence in the 100 block of East John Street. According to the police report, party

attendees were not socially distanced nor were they wearing face masks. More than 10 people were also present. The offender was issued three city of Champaign notices to appear in court on Thursday on the charges of hosting a nui-

sance party, reckless conduct and endangering public health. Another student was also issued three city of Champaign notices on the same charges after he was identified as a leaseholder and attendee of a large party

in the 900 block of South First Street, according to the police report. The party was hosted on Aug. 28 and the offender was issued the KENYON EDMOND THE DAILY ILLINI notices on Thursday. Two people walk on a pathway through the Main Quad as a

University coronavirus testing site sits behind them outside of Foellinger Auditorium. Faculty, staff and graduate students have been moved to a weekly testing schedule.

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A group of students plays a game of spikeball on the Main Quad on Aug. 21. Illinois issued a two-week stay-at-homeorder last week.

COVID-19 clusters in Greek, private housing Unmonitored indoor gatherings cause majority of outbreaks BY HEATHER ROBINSON ASSISTANT DAYTIME NEWS EDITOR

With one fraternity, Pi Kappa Phi, already suspended for hosting a social event well over the 10-person limit, fraternities and sororities have been the center of discussion of how to contain the spread on campus. Last week, the University announced a two-week stay-at-home-order to be implemented and it was revealed that over 100 students were under investigation for violating COVID-19 guidelines. On Sept. 2, public health experts met with University officials on Zoom to discuss the current state of COVID-19 and possible changes to be made following the recent spike in cas-

es on campus. “The majority of the clusters are within 10 to 15 dorms or Greek houses,” said Awais Vaid, deputy administrator of the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District. “There are dormitories, private certified housing and Greek houses that have more than 10% of their residents that are currently positive.” He added that the majority of these gatherings are happening in indoor facilities, which cannot be monitored. According to Nigel Goldenfeld, professor in Engineering at the University, bars in Campustown, such as Joe’s Brewery, have not been the leading source for COVID-19 cases and their attendance is currently less than 50% its usual. Goldenfeld added that generalizations should not be made about Greek life, as not all individuals who belong to fraternities KENYON EDMOND THE DAILY ILLINI or sororities violate the A group of students walk down Green Street without masks on Aug. 21. More than 1,200 people have tested positive for guidelines. COVID-19 in the first two weeks of school. According to Goldenfeld, SEE DISCIPLINE | 3A

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UI sees nearly 900 new cases in one week cases of COVID-19 on campus during the first two weeks of classes. Testing during Labor Day weekend was also relatively light: 2,609 tests on Saturday was the lowest count since Aug. 16. Weekend testing 37 new cases on both Saturday and Sunday, then 47 on Monday after BY ETHAN SIMMONS around 12,000 tests in the NEWS EDITOR same three days. With another 104 casThe University has found es last Friday, University 1,645 unique cases on camsaliva tests identified 1,242 pus since move-in began

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on Aug. 16, and over 1,738 since the saliva tests were introduced in early July. More than 244,000 saliva tests have been conducted as of Labor Day. More than half of the cases were identified in the week ended Friday: 895 cases in seven days. Of 74,263 tests in the same period, 1.21% of them turned up new cases of COVID-19. The University began calculating its rolling seven-day new case positivity

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Shopping-style food pantry opens at ARC BY ETHAN SIMMONS NEWS EDITOR

A shopping-style pantry has been set up for University students at the Activities and Recreation Center. The ARC Student Food Pantry is open twice a week, Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m. and Saturdays 2-5 p.m. Students can find it in the back of the ARC’s instructional kitchen, next to the climbing wall. It’s staffed by students volunteers from the Food Science and Human Nutrition program. “It is our mission to ensure that the entire Illinois community has access to nutritious food and key necessities in a welcoming and educational space,” reads the Campus Rec webpage. “We collect demographic information and a variety of other data to improve processes and ensure that it is equitable, inclusive and accessible to meet the needs of the diverse student population at Illinois.” There are a variety of COVID-19 precautions in place at the pantry. Student patrons and volunteers must wear face masks on the premises. Non-perishable items are sanitized with a 1:9 bleach solution, and staff wipe down the tables and chairs with bleach solution before and after the shifts begin. “While patrons pack each bag, they will have individual single use gloves, changed after each bag is packed to minimize risk,” the page reads. Volunteers cannot attend if they exhibit any COVID-19 symptoms, such as fever, cough, headache or shortness of breath. Only one patron is allowed in the kitchen at a time. Community members can fill out a form on the Campus Recreation website to donate food. ecsimmon@dailyillini.com

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education will impact the progress of research and the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics talent pipeline. The testimony began on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and ended at noon. The subcommittee is also looking into what is necessary for universities to bounce back from impact the COVID-19 pandemic had. On Wednesday, the subcommittee also heard testimony on the Research Investment to Spark Economy Act and the Supporting-Career Researchers Act. Other university leaders on the panel with Walsh included David Stone, associate vice president for research at Oakland University; Theresa Mayer, executive vice president for research and partnerships at Purdue University; and Ryan Muzzio, graduate student in Physics at Carnegie Mellon University.

University of Illinois System Interim Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation Jay Walsh testified in front of a subcommittee in the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday morning. Walsh testified in front of the Subcommittee on Research and Technology, which is a part of the Committee on Science, Space and Technology. Walsh is a part of a panel of University representatives who are examining the role higher education can have in slowing the spread of COVID-19, according to a UI System press release. The panel is also looking into how these efforts sjboyle2@dailyillini.com to slow the virus in higher

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DISCIPLINE approximately 30-40% of fraternities and certified housings on campus have no cases at all. One solution the University and public health members have been considering is partnering up with fraternities and sororities as a form of community work. According to Andreas Cangellaris, vice chancellor for academic affairs and provost, the University is trying to build an alliance and support group with fraternities and sororities. In addition, the University is trying to engage more with fraternities and sororities that have already had

problems. “We are engaging with fraternities and sororities, and I will tell you that a portion of the presidents of those fraternities that are behaving are becoming very proactive advocates of the importance of staying the course,” Cangellaris said. “Because at the end of the day, it matters to their houses as well to see other houses behaving.” According to Vaid, after the initial move-in weekend, the majority of cluster outbreaks on campus were due to students choosing not to follow social distancing guidelines either by hosting or attending large parties. Vaid said for students to start adhering by the

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COVID-19 regulations at the University, it will take widespread education and communication. He added that the law is in place for prevention of cases and there are consequences for not adhering to the law. “I hope students understand that it is a privilege to be able to attend classes inperson during this current scenario,” Vaid said. “A lot of hard work and planning has been devoted to make this possible. If everyone assumes individual responsibility, then we all benefit. The actions of a few noncompliant individuals can affect a large number of compliant and conscientious students.”

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attributed much of the spike in cases to illegal student behavior. Some students have broken isolation after testing positive for COVID-19 to go get tested again, hoping for a better result, while a handful have attended or hosted parties after testing positive. One student was suspended for attempting to fake the display of the Safer Illinois app, and as of Sept. 2, over 100 other students face University discipline for disobeying COVID-19 restrictions.

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students are also encouraged to test on the weekends or on Wednesdays in order to even out the number of tests that are processed daily. They are also still required to show the Safer Illinois app or Boarding Pass in order to get into buildings. “We are confident these adjustments in our testing schedule will help us further reduce our positivity rate and show the world that our innovative approach can help us all move forward together in these challenging times,” DeLorenzo and Tomaszewski wrote.

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found in undergraduate students. The University student body began its second week of restricted movement on Wednesday. After a glut of 429 new cases from Aug. 31-Sept. 1, University officials imposed a ban on nonessential activities. The mayors of Champaign and Urbana followed suit, extending the on-campus indoor dining restrictions that were set to end on Labor Day. Patrons ecsimmon@dailyillini.com cannot dine indoors at Campustown bars or restaurants until Wednesday at 5 p.m. Universit y of f icia ls

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Local artist Black Mage performs at the Canopy Club on Dec. 8, 2017. He recently released his new EP, “Hold This L.”

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Deangelo Brown wears many hats — most notably, his wizard hat. As Voldrega the Black Mage, the 32-yearold has emerged as a unique voice in Champaign-Urbana hip-hop. His latest offering, “Hold this L,” features beats by Lamont “The Letter L Beats” Holden, collaborations with a few local favorites and a generous helping of Super Smash Bros. references. The Daily Illini spoke with Brown to learn more about how Black Mage and the “Hold This L” EP came to be. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. The Daily Illini: Where are you from? How have your surroundings shaped you as an artist? Black Mage: I’m from Champaign. I grew up in a very interesting cross-section of people, where I was sandwiched between “the hood,” the Children’s Home and then an upper middleclass neighborhood. So, I end up in this cross-section where I’m too Black to be white, too white to be Black, and I’m proving everything to everybody. It makes me super defensive, and I kind of withdraw. I start making music — poetry, I guess — when I’m 14. Start battling when I’m 15, 16, and start making music after that, and the rest is history. They called me Black Mage because I was a battle rapper. A mage is someone who uses magic. The color cor-

responds to the type, and black is destructive. It fits because I’m a tiny character with powers that seem larger than them. DI: When did you realize rap was something you wanted to take seriously? Black Mage: That is a super ironic question. I think my issue is that I’ve always taken myself too seriously. I believe that the position that musicians are in is an important one. If you have the ability to create, you create because musicians are the stenographers of the timeline. They paint a portrait of the world as it exists, and they make a road map for those who come after them. There have been moments where I felt joy from inspiring someone. I think a lot of people made this something that it wasn’t supposed to be for me, and now, I have found my Zen. I’ve found a balance in it. And hopefully, I can weave a little tapestry that somebody like me, some younger me, can use to grow — maybe a little easier than I did. DI: Tell us about the story of you and Lamont’s (The Letter L Beats) partnership. Black Mage: We worked together at (Illinois Summer Youth Music), the hip hop camp that we teach at the U of I. We worked together for the first year, and I was like, “Okay, he’s cool.” I thought maybe I could put something together where the students could see two of their teachers working together on something. And that’s kind of what this whole thing’s

about. He sent me a series of beats. I dragged my feet like they had anchors attached to them, but I pushed it out. DI: How has teaching hiphop influenced the way you interact with it? Black Mage: It’s sobering to look back and understand the impact — how much trust those individuals had in you at the time. Those kids turn into superstars. They explode. Being a part of that helped me realize that I am more than just the utensil. Helping the kids helped me realize that it’s bigger than me. I play a role in something bigger somehow that still lines up with my moral compass. That’s a very rare thing in music and business. DI: What aspects of this process did you find most rewarding? Black Mage: “Earth Bound” was the song that started the project. When I hear rap, I imagine each syllable as a foot hitting the ground. You ever played a side scroller game? Where the screen is moving, and you’ve got to keep moving? As soon as I heard that beat come in, I was like, “Oh, game’s starting,” and I wrote it in less than an hour. I don’t listen much to my own music, but “Earth Bound” will always get me up these days. DI: As long as you’ve been making music, you seem to release it sparingly. What made this moment feel like the right one? Black Mage: We see the same world through differ-

ent lenses. And if you know how you see the world, it doesn’t matter how you see it, as long as you can communicate that. So, I will answer your question in this manner. I am a gamer. I play RPGs. When you play RPGs, you have a character, or a team of characters, that you have to build. For whatever reason, no matter how good I am at a video game, I always get the build wrong the first one or two times. Because I’m good at a bunch of things, but not great at any one thing. I recognize that trait about myself. And it’s one of the reasons I withdrew because I knew I needed to give myself more time to blossom and understand the world before I started placing my marker on it. My mission is to get the world to understand each other a little better. And in order to do that, you kind of have to be sure of what you’re putting into the world. Even now, I’m unsure, but as an older gentleman, I’m realizing that life is playing in the rain. DI: In your EP description you say, “Black Mage paints us a portrait of his world.” Can you tell us more about your world? Black Mage: I feel as though nerd culture is one of those things that is antiaccepted in the Black community. So, I try to make Dungeons and Dragons, anime and comic books as hip hop-acceptable as I can because I know there is great wisdom in those stories. I know Dungeons and Drag-

ons teaches you things like critical thinking, and people really don’t understand how bad they are at critical thinking until you give them a character that they think they understand and put them in a scenario. And all of a sudden, up is down and left is right. And people are so righteous until you really place them outside of things. DI: If you could only listen to three artists for the rest of time, who would they be? Black Mage: Number one would be ABBA, hands down. I used to get in trouble at work because my boss could see us. We weren’t supposed to change the music. When she left, I would change it. And I’d get a call. She’s like, “Deangelo, I told you not to change the music.” I’m like, “I didn’t.” And she’s like, “You’re doing your ABBA dance. You’re doing your Mamma Mia dance.” DMX is my favorite rap artist of all time. He’s the only one that can go from talking about murder to crying about his grandmother without losing a drop of clout. Kanye West. I don’t care what anybody says. To me, his story is indicative of everything I mean when I talk about the hypocrisies of man. They told him his beats were trash, he got platinum plaques. They told him he couldn’t rap, he became the biggest name for five straight years. I won’t say that everything he’s done is kosher, but I will say I understand how media works, and a lot of

people like to pretend they don’t understand how the media works. Kanye, he’s got bangers – bars and beats. DI: Top three Super Smash Bros. characters? Black Mage: Zelda, hands down. I’m probably the coldest with Zelda. If I pick Zelda, expect to take an L. Next, I want to say, Ness. And here’s the thing — I’m actually low-key kind of trash with Ness, but for me, it’s not about winning; it’s about doing things that I find spectacular. Like you’re going to throw a Pokeball at me, and I’m going to catch it point-blank and throw it back in an instant. I wasn’t even trying — I was trying to attack you. But, “doo doo!” and you died. Now I’m down to the person I’m best with versus my favorite character. Because the Belmonts — Castlevania is an important series to me. But I’m better with Ike. DI: What sort of meaning or feeling do you want listeners to take away from the EP? Black Mage: I’m not sure I wanted people to take a meaning or a feeling. I think I just wanted people to take a moment and think and listen and enjoy a perspective that you’re not always going to get to hear. And so, hopefully, people can find something to latch onto within the piece. And if not, then I have failed them. But I have not failed entirely because I have a whole lifetime to get them onboard. kvtse2@dailyillini.com

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Wellness webinar series battles ageism BY NANDIKA CHATTERJEE STAFF WRITER

The month of September promotes and celebrates healthy aging. In order to draw attention to this cause, the Extension Family Life (University of Illinois Extension) team started the Discover Healthy Series. The Discover Healthy Aging Series is a webinar series targeted at the general public to cover topics designed to promote and educate people about aging as a healthy and positive process. The series targets the general public, with special considerations for middle-aged to older adults. The team already offered a ‘wellness’ webinar series since the beginning of the pandemic. Starting the ‘age’ conversation was another step in the direction of health awareness. The topics they covered were designed to both inform and provide emotional support to listeners. Molly Hofer, a family life educator with the University of Illinois Life Extension, has worked as an educator in Chicago and suburban Cook County for 28 years. She said, “Our topic offerings such as resilience, motivation, health, goal setting and even humor can help participants reflect on their own lives and determine what changes they can make, if any, to help them live their best lives.” Hofer also corrected that stereotypes regarding age are not limited to a single generation. However, older adults and teens seem to face the brunt of judicious ideologies. That being said, in general, there are both positive and negative associations regarding aging. The real problem occurs when individuals begin to make generalizations. Chelsey Byer Gerstenecker is another University of Illinois Family Life Educator serving in Champaign, Ford, Iroquois and Vermilion Counties. She was co-presenting two of the four sessions. She said, “We wanted to not only highlight healthy aging but promote healthy attitudes towards aging. Our first session brought that home with focusing on the positive aspects of aging, the opportunities, factors that influence aging well and addressing ageism across the lifespan. Ageism can be towards

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youth as well as our older population.” Fellow Family Life Educator Cheri Burcham assisted in the development and delivery of the sessions that make up the series and co-facilitated the first session on positive aging. She seemed to agree with Hofer and Byer. She said, “The first session titled ‘I’m Positive, I’m Aging’ really dealt with that head-on about how aging is usually considered in a negative light and that we really need to get past that mindset.” The webinar has had an excellent response from the public so far. Burcham said

“We’ve had over 500 registrants for the series so there is certainly an interest. I co-facilitated the first session on positive aging, and it was amazing to see that there were participants tuning in from all over the U.S., and the immediate feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive.” Awareness is the first step toward promoting a different outlook toward issues regarding health and age. Burcham said, “I feel it is important because it serves several purposes – it can be motivational, it can remind people that aging is mostly attitude and you are never too old to accom-

plish your dreams, and it is educational in that the sessions provide resources for people to age in a healthy way – some will say age ‘successfully.’” Aging is a natural process. Hofer said it was unfortunate that aging is something that most people don’t think about too much until they are older adults. All of us embark on the process of aging from the day we are born. “It is the journey that matters most. Taking care to gracefully glide into your golden days depends a lot on your lifestyle,” Hofer said. Byers said there are a couple of guidelines every-

one can follow to make themselves hea lthier. He said to sleep well and enough, eat a heart-healthy diet, exercise, make sure to manage stress well, develop a strong social life and challenge your intellect. These are steps that can be taken by people of any age. Sharing similar sentiments, with Byers, Burcham said, “Aging is truly all in your attitude and this series shows that if you practice optimism, have a purpose, stay connected to others, incorporate humor in your life, and always strive to learn new things and do things you really want – no mat-

ter how small – that you can truly enjoy the process and your journey.” While the program has already begun, they have plenty of sessions for everyone to join in and listen to. The remaining programs highlight the benefits of humor (Thursday), finding motivation when times are tough (Sept. 17) and the importance of having personal goals (Sept. 24). Hofer aptly concluded, “We all have similarities, as well as differences, and chronological age is only one contributing factor or characteristic.” nandika2@dailyillini.com

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OPINIONS

Irresponsible Greek life may beget death realities for people living in Greek housing unless they either drop their orgaCOLUMNIST nization entirely (with no refund) or subject themselves to a lengthy appeals he recent release of process to an execuChancellor Jones last tive housing board made Massmail is a surreup of mostly untrained al wake-up call to many in volunteers. the University community. It also seems as though In our attempts to underpositive cases are brushed stand how the University is to the side as a first instinct just as susceptible to shut— members have been told ting down prematurely as that if they test positive, any of our higher instituthey should make arrangetion counterparts, students ments to go home. are finding themselves in a What about people whose finger-pointing frenzy. grandparents live with Pondering everything them? Whose parents have that has gone wrong in the long-term health ailments? past few weeks brings to Who don’t have a way of mind a few key events. getting home at the drop of First, an impropa hat, or who are just scared er enforcement of regufor their own safety? lar testing, contact tracThe worst part is that ing and isolation. Second, these questions have been Champaign’s ever-persisraised, and many times tent bar scene, even after girls are being told that altering entry age requirethey’re being disrespectments. And lastly, everyful or even that they’re one’s favorite classist, racoverreacting. ist organizations rooted in Is it unjustified to react exclusion and commodiwith cautionary worry fication of its members — over something that has Greek life. killed over 200,000 people Greek life, referring to in the U.S. alone and over the social and academ900,000 people worldwide? ic organizations students What cost are we willing join for communities, com- to pay in the currency of mon philanthropic goals human life for the sake of or career networking, is social establishments and inherently problematic. It party culture? often requires thousands of I’m not sure what part dollars in dues per semesof forcing students to stay ter once you get in — that in housing contracts they is, once you are selected signed before a pandemic by your peers and make it aligns with these organithrough the outfits, hazing zations’ philanthropies, and gratuitous recruitment but it’s time to hold execuprocess. tives accountable the same All of its systemic issues way we’re holding students aside, Greek life at the Uni- accountable for their own versity is an obvious reason quarantine and isolation for the skyrocketing cases when they test positive. we’re seeing now. For many This introduces the of us, it’s been about two trickiest angle of responsiweekends on campus. The bility to examine: It’s true fact that fraternities have that it’s up to all of us to already shown how little do our part, but to say this they care about doing their without holding University part in keeping others safe authority accountable is a reflects incredibly poorly hollow attempt at making on their supposed morality. the situation seem helpless. And beyond that, Greek The truth is, the Univerlife executives had virtually sity could be doing much no game plan for the inevi- more in the way of making table positive cases that sure positive cases are isowere to follow this reckless lated within a certain time socializing. frame, and holding stuI had the opportunity to dents to disciplinary action interview two fellow stuif they don’t comply. dents involved in a social Additionally, it shouldn’t sorority on campus, and be up to members of Greek hearing their experiences houses to be responsible for trying to get out of their liv- the actions of their many ing situation was enough to peers. Full-time students make my blood boil. do not have the time to be Many of these girls are on mask patrol. living in houses with someUltimately, Greek life where from 40 to 50 other should not have even girls. To put that into peropened their houses this spective, I am enrolled in semester, and putting the two laboratory classes this lives of their members in semester, neither of which danger for the sake of prewill exceed 10 to 15 people venting a few budget cuts in a lab space at any given is immoral and completetime for the sake of social ly devoid of sound judgdistancing. ment. The parties that have The very idea of comfollowed simply provide munal bathrooms, buffeta sickening echo of this style kitchens and no single decision. rooms seems unthinkable in the age of a pandemTara is a sophomore in LAS. ic. And yet, these are the tpavit2@dailyillini.com

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here has been a lot of speculation on when and how a vaccine might roll-out to the general public. Estimates on the release of a vaccine span from two months to over two years, emphasizing the uncertainty regarding the details of a vaccine timeline. Optimistic estimates have many worried about the possibility of vaccine producers cutting corners in the testing phase. Different companies competing for the prestige of being the first to unveil a highly anticipated product to desperate governments would seem to indicate speed is prioritized above being thorough and safe. Whether it be for concerns of cutting corners or a general anti-vaccine disposition, some have already declared their intention to avoid vaccinating. In coronavirus hotspots, such as the Urbana-Champaign

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Despite reasonable fears of a vaccine’s safety and effectiveness, reaching the herd immunity threshold before a vaccine becomes obsolete, which is a smaller window than one might think, is imperative to saving lives. The process of developing a vaccine and the logistics of distributing it are only the first steps to returning to normalcy. If we truly want to “flatten the curve” and return to a pre-COVID-19 reality, we must listen to health experts, exercise reasonable caution but not unfettered paranoia and do our duty to the common good by vaccinating at the earliest opportunity. Those who assert they will not vaccinate well before a vaccine even exists feels closed-minded and premature, to say the least. If society fails to pass the necessary threshold because of those too stubborn and unwilling to contribute,

then the entire effort to produce and distribute a vaccine is effectively worthless. It is a difficult problem to address because widespread vaccination is a collective action problem, wherein each individual hopes to receive the same benefit as everyone else without expending the effort or facing the risk. So long as the government does its duty by making a vaccine cheap (or free) and widely accessible, then it is the responsibility of every American to put in the remaining effort. Society will finally see the light at the end of this dark tunnel on the glorious day that a vaccine is declared safe and available. But it all depends on the actions of the individual. If a significant number of people make the irresponsible choice to avoid vaccinating, that light may be much further out than it initially appears.

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Characters Troy Bolton and Gabriella Montez sing a duet together in the Disney Channel Original “High School Musical.” Columnist Noah argues that Disney Channel Original films deserve recognition and are nostalgic to look back on.

One should appreciate Disney Channel Originals change. With its first movie in NOAH NELSON SENIOR COLUMNIST 1997 called “Under Wraps,” Disney Channel probably had no idea what they had just created. No one really there anything nega- remembers that first film, tive to say about a but that’s okay because DisDisney movie? The ney Channel has given us so superhero always saves the much more. day. The princess always First and foremost, it’s falls in love at the end. hard to discuss Disney Everyone lives happily ever Channel Original Movafter. ies without mentioning the There’s no doubt that Dis- greatest trilogy in the comney movies have kept their pany’s history: “High School reputation for greatness Musical.” Even though since Walt himself first cre- the third installment was ated “Steamboat Willie” in released in theaters in 2008, 1928. Through the years, the the first two premiered on company has brought fans Disney Channel to major classics, like “Peter Pan,” success which soon followed “Snow White and the Seven a world tour, merchandise Dwarfs,” “The Lion King,” and everlasting fans. as well as more recent films What about Disney Chanlike the “Toy Story” colnel’s other franchises? As lection, the “Pirates of the fall approaches, take the Caribbean” franchise and time out to catch the four “Frozen.” While those Disfilms in the “Halloweenney movies are irreplacetown” franchise that folable, people tend to forlows Marnie Piper as she get about the greatness of becomes a witch and deals Disney Channel Original with everything happenMovies. And that needs to ing in a town dedicated

The Pi Kappa Phi fraternity house, located across the street from the SDRP on Gregory Drive, stands tall on Wednesday morning. Pi Kappa Phi was one of the greek organizations recently caught violation COVID-19 policies.

campus, vaccination, not just for oneself but for the purpose of contributing to herd immunity, is paramount. Concerns of producers cutting corners aren’t ridiculous, but thankfully, in order to assuage these fears, drug companies issued a rare joint-pledge on vaccine safety. This may not entirely quell unease, but it helps. So long as credible medical officials encourage vaccination, everyone who can afford to get one should. The “herd-immunity threshold,” or the proportion of the population who must be immune to a disease to prevent it from quickly spreading, is estimated between 60 and 70%. Granted that a particular portion of the population will be too old, weak or vulnerable to be innoculated, it means more than 70% of those who can be vaccinated need to be. There lies the dilemma.

to all things Halloween. While you’re at, watch the “Descendents” trilogy, where Disney villains’ children battle evil of their own. Over the years, Disney Channel has had success with its own television shows, so much so that they turned some of them into original films. Shows like “Even Stevens,” “Wizards of Waverly Place,” “Suite Life on Deck” and “Good Luck Charlie” were all fortunate enough to feature a fulllength movie, and none of them disappoint. When the company’s streaming service launched last year, fans couldn’t wait to relive the magic of the movies all over again. I didn’t immediately hop on the bandwagon, but since recently obtaining the service, I knew exactly what I wanted to watch: the Disney Channel movies from my childhood. Not only do they take me back to a simpler time in life, but they’re all as great as any other movie Disney

releases. They teach life lessons like friendship, family and never giving up on what you want in life. If you’re new to the Disney Channel world or just want to rewatch some greats, some suggestions include “Smart House,” “The Luck of the Irish, “Eddie’s Million Dollar Cook-Off,” “Life Is Ruff,” “Stuck in the Suburbs,” “Read It and Weep” and “Lemonade Mouth.” They’re all on Disney Plus, waiting to be watched. In the future, Disney will always be making movies for the big screen, and they show no signs of stopping anytime soon. Though the company has made so many great films over the years, sometimes there’s nothing better than a Disney Channel Original Movie. In many ways, they’re like eating potato chips: You can’t have just one. Noah is a junior in the College of Media. noahen2@dailyillini.com

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SPORTS

MENS BASKETBALL

Illinois looks to fill void left by Feliz, Griffin BY BRANDON SIMBERG STAFF WRITER

In the second half of the game at Iowa last season, Hawkeye’s star center Luka Garza grabbed a rebound and was moments away from starting a Hawkeye fastbreak. That was until 6-foot-2-inch Illinois guard Andrés Feliz snuck in and ripped the ball away from Garza, finishing a lay-up and giving a boost to the Illini bench. The Illini would go on to lose the game, but hustle and energy plays like that emphasize what Feliz brought to the Illini in his two years in Champaign. He was a gritty, hard-nosed defender who had a knack for rebounding despite being undersized. Offensively, Feliz was a unique player. Despite being a guard, he was essentially a non-shooter at 27% from three. Yet, he still managed to average double figures with his herkyjerky dribbling game and soft touch around the rim. He excelled in transition (58th percentile), and as a pick-and-roll ball-handler

appears to be a player who could take that leap. Like Feliz, Williams struggles as a shooter. But, he’s Illinois’ best and most versatile defender. Williams will have to be a more active rebounder to match Feliz’s five boards per game. Feliz’s graduation was coupled by the fact that rising junior wing Alan Griffin elected to transfer from the program in March. Like Feliz, Griffin was a high-energy player who brought a huge spark off the bench for Underwood’s team. Despite playing 18.1 minutes per game, Griffin’s advanced stats are off the charts. He was second in the country amongst all underclassmen with a +11.3 box plus/minus, trailing only National Player of the Year Obi Toppin. Griffin was essentially the perfect fit next to THE DAILY ILLINI FILE PHOTO Dosunmu. A prototypical Recent graduate Andrés Feliz hoists a frame containing his jersey during Senior Night before the game against Iowa at State Farm three-and-D wing, he led Center on March 8. Feliz has left big shoes to fill after he graduated in the spring. the Illini in three-point shooting at 41.6% on four (81st percentile). While was what every good team be key this upcoming sea- the ball, but someone has attempts per game. He too the Dominican Republic needs: a glue guy. son for Illinois. Head coach to emerge as the piece that native wasn’t the perfect fit Filling the unoccupied Brad Underwood deploys holds everything together. SEE FELIZ, GRIFFIN | 2B next to Ayo Dosunmu, he energy role left by Feliz will plenty of guys who can score Senior Da’Monte Williams

HOCKEY

Illini await Division I recognition

FOOTBALL

COVID-19 forces team to postpone plans BY CARSON GOURDIE ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR

The state of Illinois currently has zero Division I hockey programs. Eventually, that number will increase. Josh Whitman and the Illinois athletic department are still planning to add a Division I program, although the impacts of COVID-19 have significantly delayed the process of seeing the transition come into place. “Really, there’s been no change since the spring,” said Associate Athletic Director Kent Brown concerning the hockey plans. “It was going quickly, then (COVID-19) struck. We’re just waiting for the dust to settle.” Since 2017, rumblings about getting a hockey program have surfaced around Champaign. But what comes with actually securing a program with adequate funding and infrastructure takes years to come together. Currently, Illinois sponsors one of the most successful club hockey programs in the nation, sporting 23 tournament appearances and two championships. But, comparing the two is like apples and oranges, as the club hockey team is under the jurisdiction of Illinois’ campus recreation, not the athletic department. By getting a Division I hockey program, a new arena would be built from scratch, which would open the door for more than just hockey. “(We would) have an arena in downtown Champaign,” Brown said. “(We) have partnerships with a lot of groups for funding. It would house men’s and women’s gymnastics, wrestling and volleyball.” Getting a hockey program

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Alum Nick Allegretti listens to coaches during a time out during a game in the 2018-2019 season. Allegretti was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs and will serve as a backup center.

Ten former Illini reside on NFL rosters BY GABBY HAJDUK RYAN ASH THE DAILY ILLINI

Senior Jon Moskaluk advances towards the goal during the game against Robert Morris on Feb. 29. The Illini won 7-1.

would be an investment that could have a positive trickle-down effect on some of the biggest sports on campus. Similar to how the football and basketball teams got new facilities to strengthen its brand, volleyball, along with the other sports, would get the same. Right now, all three sports play in the old Huff Hall. Although it’s not awful, a brand new stadium in downtown Champaign would be a major upgrade, as it shows dedication and innovation, allowing the programs to have a nice recruiting tool against other top tier programs. In hockey alone, however, the school has the resourc-

es to have a formidable program given its built-in resources. When the hockey team does come to fruition, it’ll have a conference to call home immediately with the Big Ten, along with some recruiting advantages. “Obviously, we would get new facilities and scholarships,” said Illinois club hockey head coach Nick Fabbrini in March. “We are talking about a whole new caliber of players who would come here. With the talent here (in the state), we lose like 80-90 players every year to Division I programs. The interest would be right off the bat.” SEE DIVISION I | 2B

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Players rush after the puck in the hockey game between Illinois and Lindenwood on Oct. 18. The Illini won the game 4-1.

SPORTS EDITOR

The NFL begins its 2020 season today with reigning Super Bowl champions Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Houston Texans on Thursday Night Football. While the league has been pretty quiet about players testing positive for COVID-19, the season looks to be in good shape. The college football season can’t say the same. The Big Ten and Pac-12 will not have fall seasons while the SEC, ACC and Big 12 are already facing campus and team outbreaks. Fans of Illini football won’t be able to see their team compete at Memorial Stadium this fall, but they have 10 former Illinois players to root for in the pros. Most recently, safety Clayton Fejedelem and offensive lineman Ted Karras, who were both drafted in 2016, were named captains for the Miami Dolphins this season. Both former Illini are playing their first season with the Dolphins. Fejedelem, one of two special teams captains, spent his first four seasons in the league with the Cincinnati Bengals. There, he played mostly on special teams, totaling 117 tackles, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery. Karras, an offensive captain, is the most successful former Illini in the NFL right now. Before heading to Miami, Karras won two Super Bowl rings in four seasons with the New England Patriots. Karras started 15 games for the Patriots last

season and is now competing for the Dolphins’ starting center position. Nick Allegretti, a 2019 Illinois graduate, also landed with a successful team right off the bat. Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the seventh round, Allegretti already has a Super Bowl ring and will serve as the backup center this season. Allegretti will see a fellow Illinois alum in Week 1 in Whitney Mercilus, a Houston Texans linebacker. Mercilus has been with the Texans since 2012 when he was drafted 26th overall after being a unanimous firstteam All-American selection in 2011. Mercilus has had a consistent NFL career, starting 89 games for the Texans and totaling 324 tackles, 50.0 sacks and 13 forced fumbles. The linebacker started all 16 games for the Texans last season, recording 48 tackles, 7.5 sacks, four forced fumbles and two interceptions. Defensive back Justin Hardee came to Illinois just a year after Mercilus. Spending four years with the Illini, Hardee was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2017 by the Texans. Hardee was then waived just before the 2017 season but was quickly picked up by the New Orleans Saints. Hardee has been there since as a special teams player and re-signed earlier this year. Dawuane Smoot, an Illini teammate of Hardee’s, will play his fourth season as a defensive end in the pros this year. Smoot was drafted in the third round in 2017 by the Jacksonville Jaguars

and has yet to be traded or let go. Smoot recorded his first two sacks in the NFL last season against the Las Vegas Raiders. Linebacker Del’Shawn Phillips, who was the only senior defensive starter for the Illini in 2018, made his first NFL 53-player active roster this season with the Buffalo Bills. Phillips went undrafted in 2019 and while the Atlanta Falcons picked him up as an undrafted free agent, he was cut just before the season. Another undrafted Illini, wide receiver Malik Turner, was recently claimed off waivers by the Dallas Cowboys. Turner spent the past two seasons with the Seattle Seahawks after being signed as an undrafted free agent in 2018. In Seattle, Turner played in 21 games and recorded 17 receptions for 265 yards. The final two Illini currently in the NFL are defensive end Jihad Ward and safety Tavon Wilson, who were both picked in the second round of their respective drafts. Ward, drafted in 2016 by the Oakland Raiders, has played for four different teams in the NFL. He is currently in his second season with the Baltimore Ravens. Wilson, drafted in 2012 by the Patriots, has been with three different teams. While currently with the Indianapolis Colts, Wilson won a Super Bowl with the Patriots in 2014 and spent four seasons with the Detroit Lions. @gabby_h11 ghajduk2@dailyillini.com

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Former Illini Arianna Veland passes the ball during the game against Michigan State on Oct. 13. The Illini won the game 2-1.

Illinois alum signs first professional contract BY ANGELLE CORTES STAFF WRITER

Former Illinois women’s soccer midfielder Arianna Veland signed her first professional contract with German club FC Würzburger Kickers. Veland played for Illinois from 2016-2019. According to Upper V Athlete Management via Twitter, who represents Veland, on Friday, Sept. 4, she had signed a contract and is set to play in the 2020-2021 season. “Congrats Arianna - the @uppervatheltes family wishes you the best of luck in Germany,” said Veland’s management on Twitter. Veland joins five other Illini, who have or are currently playing professional soccer, including former midfielder Vanessa DiBernardo and forward Ella Masar. Veland will also join former forward and two time Big Ten Forward of the Year Jannelle Flaws, who plays for SV Meppen. While the two will play in Germany together, they won’t get the chance to verse each other. Flaws and SV Meppen play in the conference FrauenBundesliga (Women’s Fed-

eral League), which is a tier above Veland and FWK in the 2. Frauen-Bundesliga. For Veland, her first year with FWK will look different due to COVID-19. The league that Veland is playing in right now has separated the 19 teams into two groups. By the end of the 2020-2021 season, the top finishers of the two groups will be promoted to the Frauen-Bundesliga. Over the course of Veland’s four years at Illinois, she played in 74 games and scored a total of 10 goals. W hen the Elkhorn, Nebraska native arrived at Illinois, she immediately started to gain experience at the college level. From the 19 games of the 2016 season, Veland played in 17, earning 347 minutes on the field. By the time of Veland’s sophomore year, she had earned a spot in the line-up starting in 18 out of the 19 games that season tallying two goals over the course of the season. During Veland’s 2018 junior season, she started in all 20 games as an Illi-

ni. Veland scored a total of three goals, with two of them being game-winners against No. 14 Oklahoma and Minnesota. In a game against Purdue, Veland tallied her only assist of the season in a game-winning goal flicking a header off to midfielder Katie Murray after a flip throw-in from defender Alicia Barker. By Veland’s senior season in 2019, she started all 18 games, scoring five goals with 17 shots taken and 10 shots on goal. In Veland’s four years at Illinois, she played over 3,400 minutes on the field. Prior to coming to Illinois, Veland went to Elkhorn South High School in Nebraska, where she was a three-time Eastern Midland Conference All-Conference selection and an Omaha World-Herald Honorable Mention All-State. Veland helped her high school to three State Final games and in 2011 helped her club team, Omaha FC, to a State Championship title. @angellecortes10 acorte37@dailyillini.com

was a terrific rebounder at 4.5 per game. Replacing Griffin will also not be easy. His advanced numbers are nearly irredeemable, but senior guard Trent Frazier could be that shooter. His sophomore season, he shot 40.6% on six attempts from deep, but his numbers dipped last season, regressing to 30.9%. The candidate most likely to be in a role similar to Griffin’s is transfer Austin Hutcherson. A 6-foot6-inch wing, Hutcherson sat out last season after transferring from Division III school Illinois Wesleyan. His sophomore season at Wesleyan, Hutcherson led his conference in scoring at 20 points per game on 39.2% shooting from deep. Underwood has also praised Hutcheron’s athleticism this offseason. Elite basketball teams possess dynamic scorers like Dosunmu and dominant big men like Kofi Cockburn. But role players are also key. An energy and glue piece like Feliz and a threeand-D wing-like Alan Griffin can make a good team great. The Illini have the star guard and big, but collectively the group will need to replicate what Feliz and Griffin brought to the table. @BrandonSimberg simberg2@dailyillini.com

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DIVISION I While Illinois has the potential to become a formidable program, the path to becoming a contender will take years. In order to balance the team with a combination of all classes, Illinois will have to spread out scholarships for years to avoid an overload of one year. And although Illinois has a built-in conference in the Big Ten, traditional powers like Ohio State and Notre Dame will likely have

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Graduated senior Alan Griffin drives towards the net during the game against Indiana on March 1. The Illini won 67-66.

a competitive advantage for several years to come. Illinois to Big Ten hockey could be like Rutgers to football for the foreseeable future. Before Illinois can worry about becoming a contender, however, they need to figure out the financial situation. Like virtually all college programs, Illinois is set to lose millions of dollars of revenue due to football and basketball cancellations, which funds most of the non-revenue sports. Unfortunately for hockey, who haven’t even started construction on the new

arena, the first season will continue to get pushed back. “The hope was 2021,” Brown said. “Now it’s 2022. (But really) there’s no timetable because of (COVID-19). Josh (Whitman) has been very clear. We don’t know where we will be in May or June. Safety will always be the top concern, and it drives every decision. “Some tough decisions will have to be made if games aren’t played.” @gourdiereport gourdie2@dailyillini.com

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COVID-19

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Students enter the University COVID-19 testing site located outside the National Center for Supercomputing Applications on Aug. 30. Champaign County has conducted over 325,000 tests since the start of the pandemic.

Champaign County reports 158 new cases, 630 active Health District confirmed another 158 cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, boosting Champaign County to 630 active cases. CUPHD reported 52 more people have recovered from the virus. ZIP code 61820 is ChamBY ETHAN SIMMONS paign’s biggest contributor NEWS EDITOR to the pandemic: 463 of the After 11,127 new tests, the active cases reside there, and Champaign-Urbana Public there have been 1,227 con-

ZIP code 61820 leads in Champaign cases with 463

firmed cases there. One-hundred seventeen of Wednesday’s new cases came from 61820. The same ZIP code leads Champaign County in total tests with 129,040. As of Tuesday, 3,064 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Champaign County. Of them, 2,414 have recovered, three are currently hospitalized and 20

have died. The county has conducted 325,375 tests for the coronavirus since the pandemic began. Almost 60% of all tests have been for people between the ages of 10 and 30 years old. Most of Wednesday’s new cases in Champaign County were from people between the ages of 10 and 30 as well. One-hundred sixteen new

cases were between 10 and 20 years old, and 31 cases were between 20 and 30 years old. In total, 1,110 county cases have been from people between the ages of 10 and 20, while another 772 cases have been between 20 and 30 years old. On Tuesday, Illinois officials announced 1,392 new cases of COVID-19 along

with seven more deaths. Statewide, 252,353 have tested positive for the virus and 8,186 have died from COVID-related complications. Illinois has conducted over 4.48 million tests since the pandemic began. The state is seventh in testing rate, at around 34,000 tests per 100,000 residents. ecsimmon@dailyillini.com

Chancellor Jones replies to University’s COVID-19 questions THE DAILY ILLINI STAFF REPORT

The Daily Illini: Will there be a standard list of COVID-19 violations and their corresponding punishments for students to see? If so, what is that list?

No, there is no such list. Student conduct decisions are all individualized – our approach to a student’s first reported failure to wear a mask properly and a student’s repeated violations of an isolation order are very different. While we take all violations seriously, there is no excuse for hosting large parties, violating quarantine or isolation or refusing to cooperate with CUPHD. Students who engage in such conduct moving forward will face dismissal.

DI: In order to stem the spread, the University is ramping up its expectations and restricting student movement the next two weeks. Why do you feel a discipline first approach is most effective?

I would not characterize our approach as discipline first. We have been communicating with the student body for months about our shared responsibility for the health and well-being of our community. We also have been issuing warnings to students who have been reported for minor violations and for slow responsiveness to CUPHD. At this point, everyone is aware of what is required for this semester to be a success, and most students are doing their part. The few remaining students who are choosing to ignore the university, the police, local

officials, the governor and public health professionals put everyone else in jeopardy, and their behavior is being addressed.

DI: What is your reaction to Joe’s Brewery closing in solidarity to the University’s new restrictions? Do you have any thoughts on the other bars that remain open?

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Lore City album discusses life BY JILLIAN LITTLE BUZZ EDITOR

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buzz factor: Like many relationships, the one between Laura Mariposa Williams and Eric Angelo Bessel was a gradual development. The pair met in 2003, formed a band, Lore City, together in 2011, and married shortly after that. Like life often imitates art, the two released their last album six years ago. Oct. 6 marks the release of Lore City’s third studio album, “Alchemical Task,” and it’s everything listeners would expect of avant-garde musicians from Portland, Oregon. The duo’s goal is to tune into symbols that arise in a person’s life and translate them into musical form. “Alchemical Task,” a direct reflection of this philosophy, is filled with ambient music that dives into the themes of loneliness, acceptance of individuality and finding one’s place in the universe. The only thing that distinguishes some of the album’s songs from others is they fade out at the end. Without these fade-outs, listeners can struggle with determining when a song ends or starts, especially since most of the songs are over eight minutes long. Lore City also manages to use only a few verses per song, leaving plenty of space for musical experimentation. And, of course, the duo takes full advantage of this. The album begins with a track called “Separateness.” It follows a consistent bass drum beat but seems a little out-of-place with the rest of the song’s instrumentation. The introduction of several synth pianos makes up for this, though, as each synth builds upon one another until Williams begins to sing. Even in the first song, listeners get a taste of how hypnotic Williams’ voice is. Its softness can put one into a dream-like state, like a mother singing a lullaby to her child. After the singing is done, the listener can

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easily determine the song’s foundation relies entirely on the alternation of two notes toward the end of the song. Perhaps the simplicity of notes can go a long way, which can be said for the following track, “It’s All Happening.” Musically, it has nothing happening at all, and it follows an almost identical song structure to “Separateness.” However, Lore City’s choice to alternate between several flat notes creates a very unsettling ambient sound. The song sounds like something that would play as the world goes up in flames. The lyrics add to this very ominous-sounding piece, which can be heard in the lyrics, “Brown and lifeless river / Beds recede and the / Deepest lakes / Turn to dust.” It seems only unfitting to follow a song like “It’s All Happening” with “Beacon of Light,” which takes the album into an entirely different direction. “Beacon of Light” is more like an inspiration spoken word with a backing track. As the title suggests, the song encourages listeners to open up and share their perspectives with others. At first glance, the place-

ment of these songs is near random. However, this was probably intentional. Lore City mentions circular symbols, such as a wheel in “Separateness” and a ying-yang in “Into Your Blue.” The subject matter gets much darker toward the album’s end with “Beyond Done,” a lyrical manifestation of someone dealing with depression. However, right afterward, “Don’t Be Afraid” indirectly assures listeners things will be okay without mentioning the preceding song’s subject matter. The album might be expressing life will always have ups and downs, but the universe has a plan and will eventually come full circle. “Alchemical Task” is a challenging listen. People can easily lose focus on the lyrics’ meanings, as they’re sandwiched in between long periods of instrumentals. No clear pattern is present in each song’s subject matter either. With this in mind, however, Lore City still manages to take listeners on a journey through the waves of life. It should be interesting to hear where this experimentation takes the couple in the future.

! 6-8 p.m " Riggs Beer Company, 1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana # Free Join The Rives Brothers as the band plays various originals and cover songs, ranging from classic rock to indie folk. It offers an eclectic mix of songs for all ages, so don’t miss out!

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Live Music: Riders of the Golden Maize

! 4-7 p.m. " Riggs Beer Company, 1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana # Free Riders of the Golden Maize love playing for an active audience, dancing and drinking. The band loves exploring classic country music, Americana music and some classic rock. Its passion is learning and playing well-known songs everyone knows but rarely hear other bands play, with songs like “King of the Road” by Roger Miller and “Gentle on My Mind” by Glen Campbell. Of course, no set from Riders of the Golden Maize would be complete without some Elvis.

The Merry Travelers Live & Groovy at The Rose Bowl

! 7-10 p.m. " Rose Bowl Tavern, 106 N. Race St., Urbana # Free The Merry Travelers is a mellow rock band from Urbana. With singer-songwriter Holly Monet as the lead, the band will perform both original songs and familiar covers. The show is free, but tips are always appreciated. A tent will provide shelter in the case of rain, but be sure to wear a mask.

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Market at the Square ! 7 a.m.-noon " Corner of Illinois & Vine streets in downtown Urbana # Free Urbana’s Market at the Square returns for another season. Despite the differing circumstances this year, you can still shop locally and get fresh produce from the area. This is an ongoing event, which will occur every Saturday morning.

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! 11 a.m.-noon " Riggs Beer Company, 1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana # $10 Who could’ve imagined a boot camp workout can complement drinking beer? Join Jessica Schluter Fitness and Blended Balance Fitness trainers at Riggs Beer Company for a 45-minute full-body workout. There will be social distancing, and there is a 10-participant maximum, so register early to secure a spot. Participants are required to wear masks unless they are working out at their respective mats.

C-U Black and African Art Virtual Arts Fest ! 3 p.m. " Virtual event hosted by C-U Black & African Arts Festival # Free, but All-Access Pass is $10 Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, the organizers have adjusted to hosting a virtual festival this year. The official festival dates are Sept. 12-13. However, much like last year, there will be various activities throughout the week leading up until then.

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If you are back on campus this semester, there are likely many emotions cycling through your mind right now — disappointment, sadness, fear, anxiety and anger, to name a few. It can seem like student life is nonexistent. There’s no doubt things feel incredibly overwhelming, but there are still ways to enjoy the year safely in a responsible manner. Despite some college bars remaining open amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, people should avoid going to bars at all costs. Here are some activities that can provide an alternative to risking it all by going to the bars.

Video games with friends

Making sure the campus community prevents the further spread of COVID-19 is the top priority. However, there are still fun things you can do with a small group of friends. One of the best indoor activities is staying in and playing video games. With a plethora of video games from “Animal Crossing” to “Call of Duty,” the possibilities are endless. Any game can seem much more lively when playing with the right people and the right beverage. A favorite among many is “Mario Kart.” Trying to navigate through Rainbow KENYON EDMOND AND BRIGIDA DOCKUS THE DAILY ILLINI Road while laugh-crying Above: A student’s dorm room resides in Babcock Hall. Babcock Hall is located in Pennsylvania Avenue Residence Hall at 1002 College Court in Urbana. with friends is undoubted- Below: A student’s dorm room resides in Bousfield Hall. ly a memory no one could forget. It is the perfect way to make a Friday night not seem so mundane.

Themed dinners and costume nights

Themed dinners and costume nights are big, especially when “Tiger King: Murder Mayhem, and Madness” came out on Netflix in late March. It seemed like you couldn’t go a day without stumbling on a TikTok of someone hosting a costume night while dressed as Joe Exotic or Carole Baskin. While this docuseries is a great place to start, there are many other movies and shows one could base an entire night on. For example, fans of “The Crown” could base their night on eating British cuisine and dressing like a royal family member. Tuning into the show’s or movie’s decor, how the characters interact with one another and what types of food or drink they would prefer can add a lot of room to work with.

Games over Zoom

Chances are Zoom is one of your most-used apps nowadays. Though Zoom is associated more with schoolwork and meetings, that doesn’t mean people can’t have fun with it. The app has many features, making it an excellent platform to have a game night with friends. Pictionary, Jackbox Games and Mafia are some

fan favorites, but these are just a few ideas out of the extensive list of ways people can bring life to virtual calls. It’s enjoyable because

games like these can make people feel much more connected with the group, just as if they’ve been chatting all day.

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