'Mr. Burns' tells apocalyptic story

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Vol. 121 | No. 4 23 September 2016
‘Mr. Burns’ tells apocalyptic story
BY MADDIE GEHLING needs and to pass our story on to
Managing Editor other generations,” Kanoff said.
Stage manager Emily Goldman
Scott Kanoff never imagined said putting the show together has
he’d work on a play about “The not been without challenges.
Simpsons,” Brittney Spears, an “[Producing] the show has been
opera and the apocalypse. a struggle,” Goldman, a senior
But the theatre arts department theatre production major, said.
chair is currently directing “Mr. “We’ve been adding new elements
Burns: A Post-Electric Play,” a every day that usually we have
show that centers around all of before we even start rehearsing.”
these things. Goldman said representing the
“It’s taking everything we’ve post-apocalyptic setting of “Mr.
got,” Kanoff said. “It begins with Burns” in a nuanced way involved
the birth of a story. There are seven a great deal of planning and revis-
disaster survivors in the woods, ing.
around a fire trying to remem- “We designed it in the begin-
ber a particular episode of ‘The ning to be minimal lighting
Simpsons’ … The first act is set in because [they didn’t have lights
the very near future outdoors. The after the apocalypse], and we real-
second act is set seven years later ized in tech that it needs to have
and the third act is set 75 years more lighting, so we’ve had to
beyond that.” redesign everything,” Goldman
The characters of “Mr. Burns” said.
live through an apocalypse, and However, Goldman said she
each reminisces about better times looks at this process as a learning photo by Maddie Gehling
by remembering the same episode experience for students. Cast members from “Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play” perform a scene from the three-act play.
of “The Simpsons.” Years later, “It’s an educational theatre, so
they travel across the country per- some of this will happen in the real
forming the episode live. Later world,” she said. “I’m thankful
of “Sam” after the original cast $150 for groceries and were like, Burns.”
still, their descendants act out the we’re doing this now so we can
member transferred from Bradley. ‘We’ll see you when we see you,’” “I will never do anything like
apocalypse and how the original see what it might be like when we
While every other cast member Baty said. “Pretty much from that this again in my life,” he said.
characters came together through get outside.”
returned to the Hilltop two weeks moment on … I watched three or “You will never see a piece of the-
a dramatic opera. While Goldman has been work-
before school began to rehearse four ‘Simpsons’ episodes a day … atre like this … This is a once-in-a-
“[It’s about] the story of the ing on “Mr. Burns” since April,
“Mr. Burns,” Baty, who was orig- I read the script and had to catch lifetime kind of thing.”
disaster, how humans define sophomore Trevor Baty has had
inally cast as an ensemble char- up with the rest of the cast. It was Mr. Burns runs until Oct. 2,
themselves as storytellers, how we less time to adjust the “post-elec-
acter, was only able to return five an intensive five days of me trying with performances Thursdays,
have a primal need to account for tric” world.
days early. to fit in as much as I could.” Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.
our existence, to tell our story, to Baty, a theatre performance
“My family left me [at Bradley But Baty said he’s glad he took and a matinee Sunday at 2:30 p.m.
advance our story, to alter our major, was contacted over the
at the end of summer], gave me the opportunity to be in “Mr. Tickets are $5 with a Bradley ID.
story in relation to our changing summer about taking up the role
Holocaust survivor shares story New organization provides career
insight, opportunities in retail
BY HANNAH SNIDMAN attendance, with audience mem-
Off-staff Reporter bers filling the chairs and packed
in on the floor to hear her story.
BY SAMMANTHA DELLARIA Retail Federation website, early supply chain is what drives retail
Students were urged to “think “If anybody asks me, I open News Editor one in four American jobs is in ... there are so many career oppor-
before they hate” at an event on up my mouth,” Brown said. “You
retail. In the state of Illinois, retail tunities in retail.”
Tuesday night. realize that a lot of people care. If If you’re in the market for a encompasses nearly 1.7 million NRFSA is a well-known orga-
Hungarian-born Holocaust the interest wasn’t here, then none new club to join, you’re in luck! jobs. nization within the retail commu-
survivor Magda Brown gave a of us would be speaking.” A new campus organization is This is the reason why Bradley nity, and students who have been
speech in the Peplow Pavilion of Brown was born in 1927, and providing opportunities within marketing professor Sibylle newly-appointed to the executive
the Hayden-Clark Alumni Center. Nazis invaded Hungary in 1944 the retail field, one of America’s LaHood said she thought bringing board are already experiencing the
The presentation was titled “Think when she was 17. She outlined the largest job markets. NRFSA to campus would be bene- advantages of being a part of the
Before You Hate” and was spon- beginning of her story in which The National Retail Federation ficial for Bradley students. group.
sored by Bradley’s Intellectual her family suffered under the Student Association (NRFSA) “So many jobs [and] careers are “A benefit would definitely be
and Cultural Activities Committee Nuremberg laws, moved to the is opening a chapter at Bradley impacted by retailing,” LaHood having a national organization on
(ICAC). Jewish ghetto and left their home this semester. Supported by said. “There is the talk of supply your resume and that if you do
Jewish, non-Jewish students
the National Retail Federation, chain, a lot of job opportunities
and faculty alike filled the pavil-
NRFSA aims to provide students and a huge driver for the econ-
ion to the brim for Brown’s speech.
Brown commented on the high see SURVIVOR Page A7 with retail career insight. omy. But the supply chain is in see NRFSA Page A7
According to the National place because retail is in place. The
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NEWS
BRIEFS POLICE REPORTS
• A resident advisor reported problems with a male
Peoria Park District looking for Star Wars Day volunteers non-student at 6 a.m. Sept. 17 on the 1300 block of W. Bradley
Avenue.
The resident advisor said the male, who was a guest of a
The Peoria Park District is looking for 20 volunteers for its celebration of Star Wars Day, which will
student, walked into the RA’s room and urinated in a waste
be held Sept. 24 at the Glen Oak Park Amphitheater. Volunteer shifts last from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
basket.
The non-student said he must have been “out of it,” and
Volunteer tasks include leading children’s games and working in the concession stand. Following the
he was banned from campus.
games, a showing of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” will conclude the evening. Volunteers are welcome
to stay for the screening of the film after helping run the games.
• A male student reported one of his windows was dam-
To sign up for the event, volunteers can email Lanada Cunningham of the Peoria Park District at
aged at an unknown time Sept. 16 on the 1500 block of W.
[email protected] or call (309)-681-2827.
Bradley Avenue.
A student at the house reported hearing the window
Alternative Fall Break options available to students break and seeing two individuals running away after. The
student recognized the two suspects and reported the inci-
dent to his fraternity president.
Focus: HOPE, a non-profit organization that aims to overcome racism and poverty by providing
The fraternity president got in contact with the two indi-
education and training for underrepresented minorities and others, is looking for a group of 10 to 12
viduals, who agreed to pay damages for the broken window.
students to assist in volunteer tasks during Fall Break.
Volunteers will be assigned to Detroit, Michigan, from Oct. 7 to 11 to work with the organization’s
• Officers were dispatched at 11:35 p.m. Sept. 16 to the
food pantry, community interaction or clean-up and volunteering at their Walk/Fun for HOPE 5K.
1300 block of W. Fredonia Avenue after students reported an
intoxicated, underage male student fell out of his bed and
The cost of Fall Alternative Break is $200, which includes housing, transportation, meals and a T-shirt.
hit his head.
The trip is drug and alcohol free.
When police arrived, the student was being attended to
by friends who told police the student had been drinking
Anyone interested in attending Fall Alternative Break should contact Jessica Chandler, director of the
before he fell asleep. The student became combative toward
Lewis J. Berger Center, at [email protected].
firemen and medics when they were evaluating him, but he
complied to the police.
Organizations host presidential debate watch party
• A female student reported her wallet and keys stolen at
Two Bradley organizations, the College Republicans and College Democrats, will host a watch party
11:40 a.m. Sept. 19 on the 900 block of N. Elmwood.
for the upcoming debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump
The student said she went to the restroom, and when she
at 8 p.m. Sept. 26 in the Michel Student Center Ballroom.
returned her belongings were gone.
The items have not been returned, and there are no sus-
This is the first general election presidential debate of 2016, and it will be held at Hofstra University
pects or witnesses.
in Hempstead, New York. Lester Holt of “NBC Nightly News” is slotted to moderate the debate.
The student was transported to Unity-Point Methodist.
Police were dispatched after a report of an underage,
All students are encouraged to attend the event, which is free. Food and drinks will be provided.
intoxicated student at 2:28 a.m. Sept. 17 on the 800 block of
Students with questions can contact the coordinator of the event, Olga Krapivner, at okrapivner@mail.
N. Duryea Place.
bradley.edu.
The student was unresponsive and vomiting. She was
transported to Unity-Point Methodist by ambulance.
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BY BROOKE PISCIOTTO and attending Japanese schools in ment he will have to get used to is
HUMANS OF HILLTOP Off-staff Reporter the summers. When he moved to Illinois weather, as he’s only seen
THE
California before his junior year snow three times in his life.
Many people find it tough of high school, he said he had to “It will be a shock, but I think
adjusting to a new lifestyle, become accustomed to a very dif- I will manage,” Heckerman said.
especially transitioning to col- ferent lifestyle. One thing did not change when
lege. Freshman soccer player Kai “This change was quite drastic Heckerman came to the states: his
Heckerman has packed up and … I had never been fully involved love of soccer. He has been a soccer
moved to an unfamiliar destina- in the community of an American player for over 12 years and has
tion not once in his life, but twice. society,” Heckerman said. been a member of various club,
Heckerman, who is undecided Heckerman said one of the naval base and school teams.
in his major, was born in Okinawa, biggest challenges about being at “Once I moved to California,
a small island about 400 miles Bradley is leaving behind close I played for the San Diego Surf
south of the main island of Japan. friends and family, especially Academy during my junior and
His mother is an Okinawan native, when they’re across the country or senior year,” Heckerman said.
while his father is from San Jose, the globe. Heckerman said he chose to
California. The couple moved “At times it is very hard to be travel the many miles to Illinois
to Santa Cruz, California, for a far away from all the childhood and attend Bradley because he
short time but decided to return to friends in Japan and newer friends wants to gain a great engineering
Okinawa to start a family “due to in California,” he said. degree while playing soccer for a
the safety of the culture in Japan,” Since his parents still live in respectable Division I program.
according to Heckerman. Japan, communication can be dif- “I love the soccer environment
KAI HECKERMAN So for the first sixteen years ficult due to the 14-hour time dif- here at Bradley,” Heckerman said.
of his life, Heckerman lived in ference. Heckerman said he sees “It was everything I was looking
Japan, growing up around the his parents once or twice a year for in a successful program during
photo via Kai Hackerman
“rich distinctive culture” of the because “the military only pays the recruiting process.”
Freshman Kai Heckerman lived the first 16 years of his life in Ja-
Japanese. He said he enjoyed for one flight to Japan [per] year.”
pan, moved to California and now spends time on the Hilltop.
playing soccer with the local kids Heckerman said a huge adjust-
Founder’s Day celebrates Downtown is reaching out
Bradley faculty, alumni for Bradley students
BY KYLE STONE contributions to their field and Alumni BY MICHAEL ECHEVERRI student senate vice President
Copy Editor submit the contributions for crit- Copy Editor of City and Local Affairs, said.
ical review by professional peers. Distinguished Alumnus Award “After that, she and I are hoping
Various campus achievements English professor Laurie Vickroy Michael Scimo, Class of 1985 The Peoria Downtown to host an open forum sometime
and recognitions were awarded was this year’s recipient of the Advisory Commission wants this semester. The forum would
during homecoming week. award. Outstanding Young Graduate Bradley students to know they can be directed at the broader Bradley
Among the recipients were Vickroy said her contributions Lisa Eakman Moon, Class of 2005 always go downtown. community.”
Bradley faculty and alumni who to the trauma studies field is the “Last spring we sent out a sur- Daley said the initiative is about
met on the Hilltop to commemo- reason she was given the award. Lydia Moss Bradley Award vey to students asking them how helping businesses market them-
rate their successes. “I have done work in trauma Ray Zarvell, Class of 1962 often they go downtown, what do selves more successfully toward
studies for the past 20 years, and they do there and what other cities Bradley, as well as create enticing
Faculty I am one of several people who Centurion Society they like and why,” Alison Daley, opportunities, like Bradley dis-
has helped develop this line of David Brant, Class of 1974 a member of the commission, said. counts, to further encourage stu-
Caterpillar Inc. Faculty research,” Vickroy said. “I have Andrea Parker, Class of 1992 “The survey revealed that the dents.
Achievement Awards for published two books, 18 arti- Michael Scimo, Class of 1985 students aren’t very sure what’s “We’ve been brainstorming
Scholarship and Teaching cles and book chapters. My most available downtown or how to ‘Bradley Day’,” Daley said. “We’d
recent book, ‘Reading Trauma get there. So, this semester we’re arrange for some type of trans-
These awards recognize out- Narratives,’ came out last year and trying to spread the word.” portation between the university
standing non-tenured faculty. I believe this helped me win the Daley reached out to Renee and downtown, offer a bunch of
Homecoming week
Assistant professor of chemistry award.” Charles, the executive director of discounts to students and maybe
Luke Haverhals and assistant pro- award public relations at Bradley. Charles have some music as well. We’re
fessor of psychology Amy Bacon Putnam Award for Excellence in has been assisting the commis- still brainstorming, and the earliest
received the scholarship and Teaching Parents of the Year Award sion, although she said this initia- this could happen is in the spring.”
teaching awards, respectively. tive is not necessarily a partner- Daley said the end goal of the
Haverhals credited those clos- The Putnam Award for This annual award is given to ship between Bradley University initiative is to retain more Bradley
est to him for his accomplishment. Excellence in Teaching was estab- parents who provide support for administration and the Downtown students in Peoria after they grad-
“I am grateful to my wonder- lished by Charles Putnam to rec- their children while they study Advisory Commission. uate.
ful, supportive wife, Noelle, and ognize exemplary instruction at at Bradley, as well as promote “I’m just helping them find the “We want them to know that
to my daughters who love me no Bradley. Caterpillar psychology strong relationships with the right students to get in touch with Peoria is actually a very livable
matter what,” Haverhals said. “[I professor Claire Etaugh was rec- school and their students. so that they can spread the word city, and that there is a lot of it they
am] grateful to my colleagues in ognized this year. Students submit essays and and learn more about what down- haven’t seen yet,” Daley said.
the chemistry department [and] to Etaugh said she felt honored applications nominating their town has to offer,” Charles said. Daley said the commission is
the students who I am privileged and humbled to receive the award. parents each year, and this fall, Charles said she directed the very open to new ideas, and she
to work with at Bradley.” “The teaching-learning process parents from two families were commission to Student Senate and said she encourages students to
Bacon said she was thrilled to is a journey that I enjoy sharing chosen. several other student activities send their suggestions to bustu-
receive the award, as well. with my students,” Etaugh said. “I Carol and Dean Dellaria, par- organizations. [email protected]. The
“I put quite a bit of work into have learned as much from them ents of juniors Jenna, Vinny and “Daley will be presenting emails will be complied each
my classes,” Bacon said. “Though as I hope they have learned from Sammantha Dellaria, received during the upcoming general month and then presented to the
I can always stand to improve, it’s me.” the award. Theresa Ruopp, assembly,” Shiva Lennon-Rios, Downtown Advisory Commission.
gratifying to know that my efforts mother of senior Mitch Ruopp,
are being positively received.” Francis C. Mergen Award for was also named a Parent of the
Public Service Year.
Samuel Rothberg Award for “We were honored,” Carol
Professional Excellence This award recognizes a said.
Bradley faculty or staff member Her husband, Dean, echoed
The Award for Professional who has distinguished themselves the sentiment after receiving the Get the news online
@
Excellence is given to a senior in public service. Caterpillar pro- award.
www.bradleyscout.com
faculty member to honor their fessor of English Susan Brill de “It was a very sweet sur-
outstanding achievements in Ramirez received the award this prise,” he said. “To us, it’s more
research and creativity. The recip- year. of a reflection of the great kids
ient is expected to make original we’ve raised.”
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Meet the newly hired greek life director
BY TORI MOSES “When you think about change really utilizing the resources and
Editor-in-Chief on campus, especially within fra- tools that I have in my profes-
ternities and sororities, it can seem sional experience and the profes-
The search for a director of fra- very overwhelming because you sional network to really kind of
ternity and sorority life has ended, may see large aspects that could hone in on the ‘why’ and the rea-
as Kathleen Prout will take lead of use some improvement,” Prout soning behind doing certain pro-
Bradley’s greek community start- said. “So, how do we kind of take gramming or emphasizing certain
ing Oct. 3. that bite by bite? How do you eat educational moments,” Prout said.
Prout, a member of Delta Delta an elephant one bite at a time? “There is always a reason why. It
Delta, earned a bachelor’s degree And so really sitting down and either goes back to the purpose
in communications from Millikin creating a strategic plan that really of their organization or it goes
University, a master’s in col- outlines what the students want back to how they are interacting
lege student affairs from Eastern and what the university wants.” and being productive citizens on
Illinois University and has since Prout was included in a panel campus.”
worked with greek life at both where she was able to interact with Shelby Spring, a student mem-
Knox College and the University students, where she said another ber of the search committee, said
of Missouri-Kansas City. one of her goals was formed. she was looking for someone who
“Kathleen brings a diverse pro- “Some of the feedback I got would respect the cultures and
fessional background in greek life back from the students was that traditions of Bradley’s greek life,
to Bradley University,” Kim Dunn, they wanted to know me in that as well as someone who is ready photo via Kathleen Prout
Kathleen Prout will lead Bradley’s fraternities and sororities starting
a fraternity advisor who served on position regardless of if they are to build relationships within the
Oct. 3. The greek life director position has been vacant since June.
the search committee, said. “She in a leadership position … or if greek community.
has an energetic personality that I they are just a general member,” “I consistently enjoyed
feel students will respond well to.” Prout said. Kathleen from the beginning
that she has plenty of experience applied to go to Bradley as an
Upon arriving on campus, Prout also said she plans to [of the search],” Spring, a senior
in greek life and will bring a fresh undergrad,” Prout said. “It’s been
Prout said one of her main goals focus on educating campus about learning behavior specialist major,
perspective on a variety of issues.” a part of a plan of mine that I
is to determine how to strategical- greek life procedures. said. “She has a very upbeat atti-
Prout said she is excited to be a didn’t know exactly how it was
ly plan the next several years of “It kind of stuck out that some- tude and is ready to form positive
part of the Bradley family. going to fit in until this moment.”
Bradley’s greek life. where I can be of assistance is relationships with students. I feel
“I told the students I actually
Hilltop Studios 1-year anniversary
photos by Shelby Caruso
Students celebrate the one-year anniversary of Hilltop Studios, Bradley’s student-run recording studio, on Baker Quad last Saturday. The concert featured SeaGiraffe; Buddy, You Died;
and Harmonik Vokab – bands comprised of Bradley students.
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Pumpkin Spice Lattes in review
The air is getting crisper, days are getting shorter and end-of-
Location: McDonald’s
summer sales are a distant memory. Autumn has begun, and that Distance from campus: a five minute walk
means everyone’s favorite fall drink is back: pumpkin spice latte. down Main Street or Western Avenue
Price of latte: $2.39 (small)
Reviewer: Tori Moses, who likes her coffee as
The Scout staff tried PSLs from around the Peoria area, ranging black as the ink on this page
from the classic Starbucks version to a local creation. Other local Taste: too sweet
Autumn-y aroma: smells like butter and sweet
cafés will begin serving pumpkin spice lattes later this season.
cream
Check out the review here. Presentation: the standard McDonald’s to-go
cup
Overall rating: 2
Personal review: McDonald’s is my favorite fast food pick-me-up – I
grab a McChicken and fry at least twice a week – so I anticipated
Location: Dunkin’ Donuts being wowed by its pumpkin spice latte. I was a little wary when the
Distance from campus: a short walk down Western drive-thru worker handed me the drink and my car didn’t instantly
Avenue
smell like fall spices. But, I kept my spirits high and went home, where
Price of latte: $2.69 (small)
Reviewer: Tori Moses, who needs her coffee as I anxiously took the plastic lid off my to-go cup. What I found under-
strong as Hulk Hogan’s left thigh neath, however, was disgusting: a bright orange pool filled with sugar
Taste: not too sweet, not too bitter, and filled with
and mistakes. The latte tasted nothing like pumpkin or spices, but
spices
Autumn-y aroma: smells like cinnamon and smiles instead I felt like I was consuming orange frosting in liquid form. I was
Presentation: the standard Dunkin Donuts’ to-go cup able to take some solace in the slight bitter aftertaste of coffee, but
Overall rating: 8
the pleasure ended there. Unless you have an astronomically high
tolerance for sugar and sweets, pass up on this latte.
Personal review: As soon as I set this drink in my cup holder, I felt my
car’s atmosphere transform. The air was filled with warm spices and I
could almost hear the crackling of fall bonfires. If you like black coffee,
this drink is perfect in combining a strong coffee taste with a pumpkin
twist. The beverage is very easy to drink, and my only regret was ordering
a small instead of a large. You are able to consume a good amount of
this latte, as the subtle spices and pumpkin taste don’t overwhelm the
Location: Campustown Starbucks
taste buds. If you’re looking for something filled with sugar or resembling
Distance from campus: Just a quick skip across
a dessert, do not order this drink. But if you’re looking for a quick and the street
Price of latte: $4.45 (tall)
comforting beverage, make your way to the nearest Dunkin’ and pre-
Reviewer: Sammy Dellaria, who enjoys coffee
pare to experience all the warm flavors and feelings of fall.
about twice a decade
Overall taste: meh
Autumn-y aroma: Cinnamon galore
Presentation: just your average Starbucks’ tall cup
Overall rating: 4
Personal review: For paying the price I did for a small (yes, small, not tall)
cup of coffee, I wasn’t impressed. The overall flavor was bland and left a
lasting aftertaste in my mouth that wasn’t pleasing. My biggest issue is that
the drink seemed too watery, despite the overpowering pumpkin smell. The
Location: Leaves n’ Beans
Distance from campus: A short, 6-mile drive color of the drink was an opaque orange, which lead me to believe that
Price of latte: $4..00 (small) it would taste mostly of pumpkin. However, I was deceived by the color,
Reviewer: Rachael Kosinski, the occasional
for the taste was more on the latte side than pumpkin spice. Did I feel like
coffee drinker
Overall taste: so good! I was drinking a fresh mug of autumn joy with this Starbucks creation? No. I
Autumn-y aroma: cinnamon, spice and felt more like I was drinking a regular latte with some cinnamon sprinkled on
everything nice
top. Overall, this version of the pumpkin spice latte is perfect for when you
Presentation: pleasantly whipped, drizzled
and cozied up in a medium to-go cup need to grab something warm to shield you from the bite of autumn air. But,
Overall rating: 8
if you have the chance to go somewhere else for something that might be
a better bang for your buck, do it.
Personal Review: As a sporadic coffee drinker who adds just a lit-
tle too much creamer to her coffee, I was pleasantly surprised. With
the perfect balance of bitter and sweet, this particular cup had me
longing for rosy cheeks and painted leaves. While the sweetness of
the pumpkin spice and whipped cream satisfied my sweet tooth, the
coffee maintained its roasted, bitter taste that reminded me of cold
feet by the fireplace. For all of those who enjoy a happy medium
between black coffee and mostly creamer, this is a solid choice.
Design by Megan Bammann
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OPINION
Editorial
The Scout

A journalist’s plea
Editor-in-Chief: Tori Moses
[email protected]
The fact that students want approach sources for interviews Our newspaper’s is complete- cover everything accurately and
transparency from the university and are turned away. ly staffed by students. We don’t fairly; but in most cases, we are Managing Editor: Maddie
is a tired subject, and it’s one The Just last week, one of our like writing about crappy cam- just trying to provide information Gehling
Scout has rehashed time and time reporters tried to investigate an pus concerns just as much as you and educational moments to cam- [email protected]
again. incident in which students took don’t like being involved in them, pus.
News Editor: Sammantha Dellaria
Regardless, it needs to be dis- wild rabbits from Olin Quad and and we certainly don’t find joy in We look to tell the most com-
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cussed. kept them in their dorm room. We extorting our own administrators plete stories possible, and by
As journalists, our goal is to had the story confirmed by a num- or peers. But it’s our job to cover talking to us, you give us different
Copy Editor: Michael Echeverri
provide Bradley with unbiased ber of anonymous sources, but our the news, whatever that may be. shades of understanding. Even if a
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articles that shed light on campus reporter was not able to get on-re- With the article about the rab- story might be perceived as nega-
issues. But we can’t exactly do our cord interviews with anyone who bits, we were not trying to scold tive at first, it’s almost always less Copy Editor: Kyle Stone
job when the Bradley community was involved. students, RAs or anyone else so with full participation and a [email protected]
fails to throw us the occasional Why is this? involved. We were simply trying great range of perspectives.
bone. We are well aware of the repu- to inform students of why it’s dan- So, help us help you. Don’t be Sports Editor: Alex Kryah
Sources, interviews and quotes tation many reporters have – they gerous to keep wild animals, or afraid to talk to us. We value your [email protected]
are imperative in writing any are heartless, nosey and interested any animals, in the dorms. opinions and feelings, and if you
article, but they are often times in the scandalous scoop instead of This is not to say if there is an have an interesting story, share it. Asstistant Sports Editor: Austin
the most difficult to pull togeth- the people behind the news. But issue on campus, we won’t cover Shone
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For the nervous bathroom goers
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to live under the assumption that This massive bathroom in has “danger zone” written all
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There are two distinct catego- human function, you will forever seen anyone but myself walk in [email protected]
ries of nervous poopers: the clean remain unscathed of the damage or out of that bathroom. It is pri-
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Fast and Furious Controversy - CW Turns 10 - Maslany’s Win
justifying the unjustifiable BY MADDY WHITE
New drinking game: Take a shot every time brought to the attention of Canadian Federal Kristoffer Lewandowski, a former U.S. Ma-
there is a severe error in our legal system. Court judge Robin Camp. rine, is facing an upcoming hearing that could
land him five years in jail for growing six
Actually, hold off. Otherwise we’d all be Camp asked the victim why she didn’t “skew marijuana plants that he planned on using to
blackout drunk before finishing this article. her pelvis” or push her bottom into the sink to help him overcome his severe post traumatic
avoid penetration. In other words, he openly stress disorder.
Infamous Stanford student Brock Turner was wondered, “Why couldn’t you just keep your
found guilty of three felony counts: assault knees together?” A veteran who could seriously benefit from a
with intent to commit rape of an intoxicated more rehabilitative type of punishment may
or unconscious person, penetration of an in- As if it couldn’t get any worse, he also said, serve 20 times the amount of time than an
toxicated person and penetration of an uncon- “Young [women] want to have sex, particu- unremorseful rapist spent in jail. The scale
scious person. larly if they’re drunk,” and in a different part measuring the weight each crime holds must
of the trial, “Some sex and pain sometimes go be defective, because I don’t think anyone
A prosecutor argued he should spend six together ... that’s not necessarily a bad thing.” would agree that rape should be taken less
years in prison, while the judge who made seriously than marijuana growing.
the final decision ruled he would be jailed for Currently, Camp is undergoing a judicial
just six months. Even then, Turner was re- council hearing, which will determine wheth- “There needs to be some form of assessment
leased after three months on account of “good er he keeps his position on the bench. or renewal of laws to update to today’s soci-
behavior.” Why was he in jail for the same ety because we live in a time where marijuana
amount of time I have been using my current I’m not sure when males became so well use is becoming more common and the laws
tube of mascara? versed in the language and sex lives of teen- need to be specified to express what’s legal
age girls or when judges were allowed to and what isn’t legal,” a sophomore student
Sophomore hospitality and leadership major be so vocal, but neither is ok. After basically with a concentration in legal studies Sam
Abigail Brunstad said she thinks the social acquitting the man charged with the crime, Kiesewetter said. “On another note, anyone
stigma between guys and girls needs to be Camp placed the cherry on top of the cake who is the legal age of an adult should serve
changed because in current rape culture, by addressing the rapist and other men with a sentence equal to the disgusting crime they
the girl is often at fault for “asking for it.” similar intentions by saying: committed regarding rape.”
Brunstad said the fact that people question
“who to point the finger at” in a rape case is “I want you to tell your friends, your male Crimes in society these days are not at all
absolutely ridiculous. friends, that they have to be far more gentle dealt with through equal punishments, and
with women. They have to be far more pa- that needs to change. Our country needs to
Over 100,023 people have electronically tient. And they have to be very careful. To figure out why things like unconscious rape
signed a petition to have Turner recalled to protect themselves, they have to be very care- and assault are being outweighed by things
bench. This petition has also kept the case’s ful.” like marijuana growing to cure mental illness.
judge, Aaron Persky, away from any more
sexual assault cases. Unfortunately there are It’s absurd, but not uncommon, for a woman If our justice system becomes even slightly
more judges like Persky out there. to be blamed for her own rape, but even more fairer, America would be a safer place for all
troubling that a rapist will potentially face of us to coexist.
According to CNN, a case in which a 19-year- shorter time in jail than people convicted of
old woman claimed she was raped over a far less serious crimes such as growing mari-
bathroom sink during a house party was juana.
Too fast and too furious
BY brien jackson
Since 2001, the “Fast and Furious” franchise has graced the world with This is a bad idea.
vehicular chaos and a good (but very drawn out) storyline. Arguably
the greatest part of the movies was Paul Walker, the actor who por- While I love the “Fast and Furious” movies, I think it’s time for it to
trayed a main character; unfortunately, Walker died in a car crash in conclude. I feel as though “Furious 7” was a good way to end the
2013, along with close friend Roger Rodas. franchise, especially the last scene. Walker’s character helped shape the
movies, and “Furious 7” felt off just because his presence was so lack-
Walker died while in the middle of filming “Furious 7,” the latest title ing throughout the movie. (I might be a bit biased on that point since
in the series; Walker’s brothers, Caleb and Cody, assisted with the rest Brian O’Connor is my favorite character in the movies, but I digress).
of the filming of Paul’s scenes using CGI. Walker’s presence in “Furious
7” was evidently lighter than the previous titles in the series, and his Not only that, but the storyline is getting a bit tired. Each new movie
character was officially sent off with a heartfelt scene at the end of the seems to introduce a new antagonist who is either a relative of a previ-
movie. I don’t think I’ve ever cried so much over a movie character in ous villain or a completely random individual who didn’t seem to exist
my life. before the movie but now threatens everyone’s lives. The franchise is
getting stretched pretty thin at this point.
With an eighth title slated to come to theaters in early 2017, the buzz
around the new movie is picking up steam amongst fans — though one I understand there’s money to be made (and this franchise has made
thing has me a bit worried. There have been a few stories circulating plenty), but without Paul Walker’s character, it’s most fitting to allow
about resurrecting Walker’s character, Brian O’Connor. Caleb and Cody the Fast and Furious franchise to end. The movies just won’t feel the
Walker would play the parts, along with strong use of CGI. same without “The Buster.”
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Orphan is the new black
BY lisa stemmons
Tatiana Maslany. It took an Emmy win to put her name on the map for Even though the clones have an underlying common thread, the show
the vast majority, but those of us in Clone Club have long awaited her does a great job of highlighting their differences in order to develop
well-deserved recognition and rise to stardom. very different characters.
The outstanding lead actress in a drama series copped only one Oh, the irony! A show about clones is a trailblazer for multifaceted,
Emmy, even though she received the nomination for playing several developed female role portrayals on screen. The one time where dull,
roles. That’s right; Maslany portrays nearly a dozen different charac- robotic female leads would be acceptable, the producers roll out a
ters in the BBC sci-fi hit, “Orphan Black,” and she still finds the time series packed with subtle feminist issues.
to eat, sleep and breathe.
Maslany is a perfect fit because she’s a feminist advocate both on and
To critics, “Orphan Black” is explained as a show that increases off screen. She has commented on the blatant sexism in Hollywood in
awareness of the ethical and moral repercussions of human cloning several interviews, expressing her disgust for how much it’s ingrained
and furthers the debate of nature versus nurture. To the average joe, in the industry.
“Orphan Black” can be described as a suspenseful sci-fi thriller com-
plete with abnormal familial obligations, conniving corporations and The show’s brilliance and Maslany’s emotional intelligence is best
seriously bad-ass acting skills. summed up by an excerpt from her interview with “AdWeek:”
Maslany is just oozing with talent. She’s got the accents, the manner- “They’re not physically superhuman and emotionless and without
isms and the personalities all down to a T. In fact, I found myself on flaws. Having a strong female character doesn’t mean she’s beyond
on IMDB several times just to make sure it truly is the same person suffering and fragility. There’s a fearlessness. That to me is strong
representing half of the show’s main characters. writing for women. It defies gender.”
If you thought “Inception” was a trip, imagine what goes through
Maslany’s head while she’s playing a clone pretending to be a differ-
ent clone, therefore acting as if she’s struggling with the part.
She’s single-handedly destroying the pre-existing perceptions of
female archetypes in film and television one episode at a time. By
merging together all of these women from separate worlds, viewers
have no choice but to witness the complexities of females (just like in
real life, imagine that).
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darying to defy for a decade
BY lisa stemmons
Child of networks WB and UPN, the CW is finally turning 10, and it’s hard to
believe the channel managed to churn out such a variety of fan favorites within
and zachary dixon
the span of a decade. It produced several influential, or at the very least, mindless
sources for entertainment over the years, with certain shows appealing more to
some than others. Luckily, it’s never too late to binge-watch. Here are our picks.
Lisa’s shows: zach’s shows:
I’m partially ashamed to admit I’ve seen every single episode of Long before there was the CW, there was KidsWB. A Saturday line-
every one of these shows, but there’s a reason why this hopeless ro- up of epic tales of superheroes and villains clashing for the fate of
mantic was hooked. Every single one of my picks produced real-life the world or paranormal investigators taping into the secrets hidden
couples, attesting to their authentic chemistry on-screen. What can I behind the curtain. As an adult, the CW has brought those cartoons
say? I’m a sucker for love and a little drama to keep things interest- to life with the same flare and fun, while having more substance
ing. than the movies could hope for.
“The Vampire Diaries” “Smallville”
Disclaimer: I don’t like “Twilight,” but I looooove TVD. The fact that “Smallville” is the story of a young Clark Kent struggling with aver-
the characters are vampires is secondary to the plot (well, that may age high school problems including trying to figure out the man he
be a bit of a stretch, but it’s fantastic nonetheless). The love triangles wanted to be albeit with super powers. I believe it to be the best on-
are messy, the storytelling is full of twists and the cast is to die for. If screen interpretation of Superman to date because we got to see our
Paul Wesley’s abs or Ian Sommerhalder’s smoldering grin and dev- Clark Kent become the man of steel we know and love.
ilish eyes don’t do it for you, then Nina Dobrev absolutely will.
“Supernatural”
“Gossip Girl” When “Supernatural” launched, I was hooked from the first epi-
It’s basically a prerequisite to watch this series before you are al- sode. The buddy road trip between two estranged brothers as they
lowed to live in New York City. The shenanigans that occur on the hunt down monsters and demons hadn’t really been done on TV,
Upper East Side are far from realistic, but that’s not why we watch. and the relationship between them was fascinating. Whether it
We tune in to witness more of Blair and Serena’s gorgeous ward- was wendigos, vampires or ghosts, I always looked forward to the
robes — that, and our favorite housemaid Dorinda. Winchester brothers delivering sarcastic jokes, exorcisms and good
old-fashioned silver.
“One Tree Hill”
This show is borderline ridiculous but strangely addictive. With a “Arrow and Flash”
lot of laughable acting skills, the series is more akin to a soap opera, Continuing with the superhero genre, the stories of Oliver Queen
but once again the drama, questionable morals and beautiful cast and Barry Allen are also great series. The use of their powers for
make it all worth it. good meanwhile trying to balance life behind the mask had me
returning for several years running. The dark and gritty “Arrow”
“90210” juxtaposes with the light and funny “Flash” in a way that “Batman v
Many who watched the original would say this is a poor excuse of a Superman” wished it could.
show, but I wouldn’t know. The appeal to young adults is obvious.
Who doesn’t appreciate over-privileged, rambunctious teens wild-
ing out in the beautiful setting of southern California all the while
trying to create a storyline relatable to your life?
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money maker
BY ludacris
On Sept. 26, 2006, Ludacris released his sixth studio album,
“Release Therapy,” which eventually won Best Rap Album
at the 2007 Grammy Awards. His first single from the
album, “Money Maker,” features Pharrell and made it to
No. 1 on various charts throughout the U.S. The jam can
still pop up from time to time, but mainly stays confined to
fraternity houses.