NEWS Former VP Joe Biden speaks at Greek AFVL Central Conference, p. 5 A&E UD Fashionista, Rose Reynolds, devulges the scope on NYC Fashion Week, p. 9 OPINIONS Sophomore Mary Mcloughlin analyzes news coverage of Opiod Epidemic, p. 12 SPORTS Senior Jenna Burdette stoically swishes 3-point buzzer-beater, p. 15 TUESDAY,TUESDAY, FEBRUARY OCTOBER 27,17, 20182017

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Power to the youth: Human Rights Week students attend so- UD Miracle’s Flyerthon dances to explores the U.S. cial justice teach-in success for the kids criminal justice MADISON OLINGER system Contributing Writer LIZZIE ELWARD In President Eric F. Spina’s inaugu- Contributing Writer ral address last spring, he explained that This semester, the Human Rights serving communities and the world is a Week Committee aimed to shed light on fundamental component to UD’s mis- an often forgotten population by focusing sion. Spina concluded his address with a Human Rights Week on the criminal justice call to action, “We find that we are called system. to be—indeed, we must be—‘The Uni- Tess Golonka, the president of the hu- versity for the Common Good.’” man rights week committee, talked to Flyer On Feb. 10, eight UD students took News about the importance of this year’s a step towards this goal when they trav- theme in today’s society. eled to Case Western Reserve University “I just think the topics are especially per- in Cleveland, Ohio to attend the Social tinent today, given mass incarceration rates Justice Teach-In organized by the Inter- are skyrocketing. I don’t think it is talked Religious Task Force on Central Ameri- about enough,” Golonka said. ca (IRTF). The conference was designed The Human Rights Week Committee, to inspire students and community made up of about six members of ranging members to be active and engaged cit- UD Miracle raised $55,432 for Dayton Children’s Hospital. “Our fundraising goal for the year majors, organized the week’s programming izens, to increase their understanding of was $45,000, so this was a record breaking fundraising year for us,” said Emily Gorenc, UD in its entirety. The week managed to cover a social justice issues and to enhance their Miracle’s outgoing marketing chair and incoming external vice president. Photo courtesy of range of ethical nuances wrapped up in the leadership skills in areas such as service, UD Miracle. topic of mass incarceration. advocacy and philanthropy. Programming consisted of informa- EMMA KAPP way,” said Karly Michel, senior the event a success. Junior student, Ellie Rizzo, saw at- tional initiatives, including a virtual reality biology major. Michel was in- “I believe that every child tending this conference as a way to learn Staff Writer spired to become a member should have the opportuni- simulator. The simulator gave participants more about tangible solutions to the Sounds of the Cupid of the executive board and ty to enjoy their childhood,” a realistic solitary confinement experience, plethora of social justice issues she sees Shuffle, falling Jenga blocks served as internal vice presi- said Kevin Outwater, senior showcasing the potentially devastating ef- unraveling around her, as well as gain and chants of “FTK!” rang dent this year, a position that pre-medicine major and UDM fects it can have on people. The committee through Kennedy Union Feb. an overall better understanding of the seeks to generate awareness director of operations. “My also hosted a screening of “Prison State,” a issues themselves. 17 as UD Miracle’s (UDM) an- of Flyerthon among students dream is that one day no child nual Flyerthon took place. documentary commenting on the issues in “Every moment in our lives presents and faculty. is sitting in a hospital waiting Flyerthon, a 13-hour dance the current American prison system. us with opportunities to work towards Other executive board mem- for treatment on their birth- marathon, raises money to bers share similar reasons for day.” The week provided students with op- greater understanding, otherwise we can benefit Dayton Children’s joining this impactful student UD Miracle members portunities to learn about reform and re- fall victim to the greater misunderstand- Hospital, a branch of the Chil- organization. Their passion planned a plethora of activi- storative justice. The Human Rights Week ing of those around us,” Rizzo said. dren’s Miracle Network. The and excitement to give back ties to keep the 300 Flyerthon Committee hosted a panel presented by Rizzo referenced current social justice slogan for the event, “For the fuels their involvement. participants on their feet for the Prison Fellowship, the largest christian Kids,” or FTK, perfectly cap- issues as her motivation for attending “My cousin was treated at 13 hours. This included learn- non-profit organization advocating for tures the motivation of par- a Children’s Miracle Network ing a line dance, a salsa lesson the conference. inmate rehabilitation and restoration of ticipants. Students gave their Hospital for brain cancer and and a cardio workout session “The ending of DACA and TPS their lives post-prison sentence. Hearing all on the dance floor to give since then, I have felt the need featuring the music of Cardi programs, many Central Americans back to a cause that means so to give back and help kids like B. Performances from On the from two former inmates, a warden and are left in uncertainty, state violence is much to many people. these,” said Molly Klonk, ju- Fly, Audio Pilots and other an employer of convicts, the panel offered increasing and the #MeToo movement “When I was 9-years-old, nior intervention specialist student musicians occurred the audience a look into the discrimination shows the pervasive sexual violence that my own life was saved at a major. Klonk served as exter- throughout the day as well. former inmates face after serving their sen- Children’s Miracle Network is rampant,” she said. nal vice president this year and tence. Hospital, and I have always worked closely with Dayton Continued on page 2. wanted to repay them in some Children’s Hospital to make Continued on page 2. Continued on page 4. 2 NEWS FLYER NEWS | TUESDAY, FEB. 27 UD Miracle Flyerthon dances to success for the kids EMMA KAPP Staff Writer Continued from page 1.

One could argue that the most meaningful aspect of the event was hearing from the Miracle Kids. These chil- dren serve as ambassadors for Dayton Children’s Hospi- tal and share their stories of overcoming illness. Their pure gratitude and love of life can be inspiring for listeners and can leave a profound impact. “Their stories are inspiring and really allow you to put a face to the cause,” Klonk said. Outwater agreed. “Being able to interact with the kids and hear about their Flyerthon participants danced the night away with members of UD’s commu- stories reminds me of why I nity and Miracle Kids. Pictured right is the UD Miracle committee who helped decided to join UD Miracle in run and organize the annual fundraiser. Photos courtesy of UD Miracle the first place,” he said. For some Miracle Kids, Fly- given to the hospital was re- dedicated to do everything erthon is one of the biggest vealed. This year, UDM raised FTK.” audiences they tell their sto- $55,432, a new record for Fly- Michel agreed and add- ries to. erthon and Dayton Children’s ed there has been increased “Hanna was a new Miracle Hospital. awareness of UDM, which Kid this year. She came up to Outwater believes a combi- helped fundraising efforts. me right before she went on nation of student support and “We are at a point now on stage to share her story and passionate executive board campus where students are no told me how nervous she was members helped Flyerthon longer asking what Flyerthon because she’s never told this reach and surpass its goals. is, but they are asking for tips many people her miracle sto- “When this year’s executive on how to fundraise more, and ry,” Michel said. “Just seeing board first met last April, we who’s performing this year,” her face light up when we all all had a goal of doing some- she said. “It’s truly amazing clapped for her made me love thing great. UD Miracle has to see the growth throughout UD students that much more been an up-and-coming orga- campus in the last three years can see an issue in their own termination to the cause as for rallying behind a nervous nization for several years, so alone.” backyard that they are help- ‘one generation fighting for kid who’s been through more we believed this year we could The value of giving back to ing. UDM hopes to continue the next’,” Klonk said. “We than we could ever imagine.” really make something spe- the Dayton community is not to bring awareness of the or- truly are dancing in support The true climax of the cial happen,” he said. “I feel lost on the members of UDM. ganization to campus and con- of these brave kids that are event was at the end, when the like this year we had a group By donating money and seeing tinue to grow. fighting battles we could nev- amount of money raised to be of students who were beyond the Miracle Kids, participants “We like to refer to our de- er even imagine facing.” Power to the youth: students attend social justice teach-in America and how social injus- lets regularly hosts pop-up art dents continue these conver- MADISON OLINGER tices there and in the U.S. can exhibitions, talks and events sations now that they are back Contributing Writer be reciprocally detrimental. to highlight the creativity of on campus. Continued from page 1. Case Western Reserve Uni- teens that are silenced in pub- “We hope that students versity cites its core values lic decision making process- bring these themes back to While divisive rhetoric of inclusiveness and diversi- es. Founded by artist-activist, UD and in their lives. We hope and social injustices may be ty as motivation for hosting Amanda King, the organiza- that they continue to educate dominating the mainstream the conference. According to tion seeks to empower youth themselves and share what dialogue, Rizzo explained their website, “The Social Jus- to combat social injustices they have learned with others that along with those topics, tice Teach-In aligns with these through artistic expression. In to create more awareness and she feels a positive sense of values by allowing for the crit- light of the recent movement advocacy,” Peek said. ical examination of different sparked by Marjory Stoneman Peek explained that UD stu- heightened awareness and de- Pictured above is Amanda King, sire to listen. founder of Shooting Without Bullets. ideas and perspectives and Douglas High School students dents taking the time to attend “To effectively combat is- Photo from shootingwithoutbullets. providing opportunities for advocating for gun control, this event was not something sues at any moment in time, com dialogue and discussion.” this teach-in could not be she was shocked by. “Our we must continue to listen. The day-long event includ- more relevant. students are doing so much Just listen to each other, lis- has led them to their current ed a variety of presentations After the keynote, attendees already on campus for social ten to your heart as it cries for actions.” and discussions including a had the chance to attend two justice,” Peek said. “I am so those in pain, listen to your The theme of the teach- keynote address by Shooting workshops featuring discus- encouraged that students are enemies and those who create in was “Creative Responses Without Bullets, an arts-based sions about various topics of willing to continue to hear violence,” Rizzo said. “Each to State Violence and Social movement whose mission is injustice. University of Day- more perspectives and to use person has an experience, as Injustice,” though specifically to centralize the voices of ton graduate student, Jessica their voices to advocate for valid as yours or mine, that focused on Central and South young people in reform pro- Peek, who led the trip to the and educate on social justice cesses. Shooting Without Bul- conference, hopes that stu- issues.” NEWS 3 FLYER NEWS | TUESDAY, FEB. 27 Campus Events Campus Events February 27 – March 13 Feb. 27 - March 13

Feb. 27 March 8 The Marianist “Yes” event in Campus South International Women’s Day celebration conference room 124 (8 p.m. - 9 p.m.) in KU Torch Lounge (3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.)

Feb. 28 Thursday Night Live at ArtStreet Cafe Spring break begins after classes (8 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

Last day to earn PATH points for campus March 9 partnered events Campus Ministry’s Catholic Lenten Retreat, location is off campus (for more info- March 1 mation,LitFest 2018: visit https://udayton.edu/calen Readings by Christopher- De- Spring break! dar/2018/03/catholic-lenten-retreat.php)Weese and Sharon Short (7:30 p.m. in Sears Hall) March 2 March 10 Spring break! Green Dot Training in VWK main (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.) March 3 Spring break! #UDLateNight movie: Coco in Sears Recital Hall (10 p.m. - 12 a.m.) March 4 Spring break! March 11 SGA public meeting in KU East Ballroom March 5 (6 p.m. - 8 p.m.) Classes resume March 12 General housing application opens Agape Latte event in Torch Lounge (7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.) March 6 UD Baseball game vs. Eastern Michigan March 13 at Woerner Field (3 p.m. - 5 p.m.) UD 2 Career Success event in KU 222

March 7 CUARTETO TANGUERO performance in Sears Recital Hall (7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.)

Graphic by Jessica Burnham, Staff Graphic Designer 4 NEWS FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 Human Rights Week explores the U.S. criminal justice system LIZZIE ELWARD vironmental justice and human rights Contributing Writer in war, covering the criminal justice system only builds on an already im- pressive repertoire of issues. Continued from page 1. Golonka explains that the goal of this week is to promote change, and “How hard it is for criminals to re- to continue this movement within the cover, that is the scarlet letter of our Dayton community. times,” said Craig DeRoche, Prison “We’re hoping to give people some Fellowship’s senior vice president of new perspectives and experiences advocacy and public policy. that will carry with them beyond this The committee also brought the week,” she said. “We have Amnesty campus to action. They hosted a let- International, The Ohio Innocence ter writing event in which students Projects, which both have connec- had the opportunity to write letters tions in the Dayton area. There is also to Governor Kasich. These letters an Inside-Out Prison Exchange Pro- expressed action to fighting the death gram where students will learn along- penalty, more specifically, asking for a side prisoners.” law that consents to the execution of The Humans Rights Committee people with severe mental handicaps offered the UD community an ac- to be revoked. cessible path into thought provoking The week was mainly focused on Dr. Mark Ensalaco, pictured above, discussion. From education, to possi- the U.S. criminal justice system, but it reflected on the human rights ble solutions, to opportunities to take also featured a Skype call from a Ful- studies department’s history and ac- action, Human Rights Week provided bright scholar, Jenna Knapp, studying complishments during the reception students with the tools necessary to youth incarceration in El Salvador. on Friday. Picture courtesy of Paul become informed citizens on the top- She explained the U.S. government’s Nguyen. ic of the violation of human rights in involvement in El Salvador’s criminal our criminal justice system. justice system, the unfair due process- in El Salvador, I think people have If you want become further involved in ing and horrid conditions. Knapp’s embraced an out of sight, out of this discussion or learn more about Hu- Pictured above is Dr. Theo Majka, a professor of sociology, and Rose Dyar, Con- goal is to educate Americans on the mind mentality,” Knapp said. man Rights week, email Tess Golonka at sciousness Rising’s president enjoying the the Human Rights Week reception issues of gang violence in El Salvador Human Rights Week has been go- [email protected], or visit The Hu- on Friday. They were among many UD community members who attended this and how the U.S. influences their so- ing on for the past twenty years and man Rights Center’s webpage at https:// semester’s Human Rights Week programming. Photo courtesy of Paul Nguyen. ciety. has had an impact on the University www.udayton.edu/artssciences/ctr/ “Since these events are happening of Dayton. With past themes like en- hrc/. CLASSIFIEDS HOUSING Exceptional Off Campus Student Housing: Four bedroom luxury house furnished with two 65 in flat screen TV cheaper than existing housing. Visit website The Cider House! UD Landlord Housing for University of Dayton and then call 937-344-8648 and leave a message.

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On the weekend of Feb. 9, eight representatives from UD’s Greek life community joined the thousands of rep- resentatives of fraternities and sororities from across the country in Indianapolis for the Association of Fra- ternal Leadership and Values’ (AFLV) Central Conference. These eight representatives serve either on UD’s Inter- fraternity Council (IFC), Pan- hellenic Council or National Pan-Hellenic Council. The conference’s overall purpose was to educate the attendees on developing lead- ership values and recogniz- Pictured left is the representatives from UD’s Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Council. Back row from left to right: Connor Hanson, Dillon Schneider, Aidan ing and preventing high-risk Johnson. Front row from left to right is Abby Sturgill, Sallie DeYoung, Kennedy Hale. Pictured right is the group of representatives with UD’s greek life advisor behaviors. The annual meet- posing with an award UD’s Panhellenic Council won. Photos courtesy of Connor Hanson. ing and its purpose seemed to come at a pivotal time in the history of Greek life as ic issue on college campuses did Biden’s speech address a sexual assault within the or- multiple universities have sus- With almost 4,000 people in across the nation and the fra- widespread on-campus issue, ganizations becoming more pended fraternity activities attendance from undergrad- ternity and sorority communi- but also acknowledged it is and more rampant, this year’s in result of hazing and sex- uate programs around the ty can be a pioneer to combat also a national issue, specif- AFLV Central Conference ual assault accusations. Last nation, the conference pri- this issue,” Moore said. ically referring to the recent tried to address these prob- year Ohio State, Florida State, oritized educating these rep- Former Vice President Joe #MeToo movement. lems and change Greek life Texas State and Indiana sus- resentatives about the posi- Biden was a keynote speaker “The most important thing for the better. Bringing to- pended all fraternity activi- tive characteristics Greek life and spoke about the topic on [Joe Biden] said in his speech gether actual members of ties. Some have resumed ac- communities should uphold. Feb. 10. Biden was one of the was that stopping sexual as- fraternities and sororities tivities, and the University of The representatives were founders of the “It’s On Us” sault is not just on women,” and teaching them leadership Michigan imposed a self-sus- taught how to become better campaign, which focuses on said Deyoung. “Stopping sex- skills and values may have a pension on their fraternities leaders on campus, become combating on-campus sexual ual assault is on all of us, beneficial impact on the fu- last semester. Penn State’s more inclusive and grow with- violence. In his speech, the especially the fraternity men ture of Greek life not just Beta Theta Pi fraternity made in the community. former vice president did not that were sitting in the room.” here at UD, but also across national headlines when a new Along with Hanson, UD mince words when it came to With stories of hazing and the nation as well. member died due to hazing also sent seven other rep- bystander intervention. activities. Most recently, Mi- resentatives including Jor- “Any of you guys ami University suspended all dyn Mitchell, the National who see a freshman FLYER NEWS STAFF 2017-2018 fraternity activity Feb. 21 af- Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) co-ed at a party drunk ter multiple hazing reports. president, Sallie Deyoung, the out of her mind, one ONLINE EDITOR ASSISTANT ONLINE EDITOR Panhellenic Council presi- of your brothers or room- With all of these incidents Roberto De La Rosa-Finch Kaitlin Gawkins in mind, it seemed like there dent, and Joe Moore, a gradu- mates walking her up the ate assistant adviser for UD’s PRINT EDITOR was a bigger importance and stairs–if you do not intervene, WEB TECHNICIAN relevance to this conference Fraternity and Sorority Life. you are a coward,” Biden said. than had been in years past. Deyoung stressed the impor- “You are complicitous.” Julia Hall Rebecca Serivates Connor Hanson, the vice tance of this year’s confer- Despite those words, he NEWS EDITOR MULTIMEDIA EDITOR president for community en- ence. is still hopeful that new in- gagement for UD’s Interfra- “With Greek life being terveners and leaders can be Liz Kyle Christian Luigi Cubacub ternity Council (IFC) and a called into jeopardy across made today. member of Sigma Alpha Epsi- the nation, it was important “This is one of the most A&E EDITOR BUSINESS MANAGER now more than ever that we encouraging things I’ve seen. lon fraternity, traveled to Indy Cari Zahn Michael Keller as one of the representatives connected with leaders from Four thousand of you from other schools and learned of UD’s Greek life communi- around the country here de- OPINIONS EDITOR ADVERTISING MANAGER ty. He viewed this experience how to move our communi- ciding that you’re going to as a teachable moment for the ties in a positive direction,” take hold by taking vari- Peter Kolb Billy Rinderle UD members in attendance. Deyoung said. ous teachings,” Biden said. SPORTS EDITOR SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR “A lot of places have gotten This year’s conference fo- “You’re going to use them as rid of Greek life this year and cused on preventing sexual the biggest ends of the solu- Steve Miller Brett Slaughenhaupt so we needed to learn from assault as Moore thought it tion.” was important to address this His speech was the culmi- ART DIRECTOR their mistakes and create a CIRCULATION MANAGER better culture because obvi- prevalent issue to fraternity nation of a number of educa- and sorority members. Mary Guida ously that’s not who we want tional sessions the represen- Will Van Winkle “Sexual assault is a system- to be,” Hanson said. tatives underwent. 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CASEY WILSON assignment she had to create weddings and birthday par- Contributing Writer a piece of art based off of ties. a color. Hers being red, she Looking to the future, Wil- saw it as representative of son would like to explore the Junior Taylor Wilson’s art THE ARTIST anger and fear, emotions not possibility of combining all can be summed up with this generally associated with her her interests into a wedding quote: “colorful, creative, personal designs. With these planning company which she and happy. Just sort of fun.” sentiments as inspiration, she could run from her home. TAYLOR WILSON Her vibrant designs are rem- decided to make a booklet de- She says she sees herself as iniscent of those found on tailing sexual and relationship a “catch-all wedding planner Pinterest, a place from which violence. who designs [her] own invi- she draws much of her in- In this project, she had the tations and does [her] own spiration. When asked if she opportunity to explore pho- photography.” She also has an had any advice to young art- tography as a medium to con- interest in further pursuing ists who may be considering vey her message. Wilson did art-based philanthropy, which a graphic design major, she so by taking photos of two her art fraternity, Kappa Pi, replied with, “Just go for it.” different subjects, one in red has recently exposed her to. This attitude of fearlessness and the other in pink, empha- Wilson is a new member but is echoed in her art. sizing the impact that domes- has already found a deep ap- Starting out as a painter in tic abuse has on a person. She preciation for the work that high school, Wilson mastered photographed the two girls they have done making art- her use of colors and typog- going about their daily rou- work for Christmas on Cam- raphy, and brought them into tines. When the girl in pink pus, as well as for kids at Mi- her new medium. She often would be putting on makeup ami Valley hospital. uses both skills in her work, to feel confident and good, Currently, she is exploring such as her piece for Fac- the girl in red was using it to incorporating different me- ing Dayton: a project where cover up her bruises. diums in her graphic design students were tasked with “It’s about how different work. She has been working communicating the story of relationships show signs of on an advertisement for a lo- a Dayton community mem- domestic abuse differently,” cal middle school’s produc- ber’s life through his or her Wilson said. It’s subtle differ- tion of “The Lion King.” Wil- artwork. Wilson explained ences like these that Wilson son expressed her excitement that this was a very emotion- uses to show off the warning for the opportunity. “It’s su- al project to complete. Her signs for domestic abuse. She per cute,” she said. “I think subject, a woman who got hopes to continue to devel- it’s really fun because we have pregnant in high school and op her photography; she’ll to channel middle schoolers. is now battling a brain tumor, even be receiving a minor in We can’t make it too adult or cried when she first saw the it when she graduates next anything, or they won’t like poster at their gallery open- spring. it.” This also gives her an op- ing. It depicts a brain paint- Wilson has even seen some portunity to stretch her mar- ed by Wilson, its left side in commercial success, working keting muscles. Wilson previ- cool colors while its right is both as a second shooter for ously considered pursuing a warm, overlaid with the words weddings and selling her de- minor in marketing, but given Photos Courtesy of Taylor Wilson of her subject’s story in both signs on redbubble. “That’s her major requirements and black and white. my bestseller,” she said as her minor in photography, she Colors themselves play a I pointed out a sticker she opted to forgo it. large role in Wilson’s design had on her laptop that read, process. She says that she “The mountains are calling To see more of Taylor Wilson’s likes to keep it to bright col- and I must go,” a reference artwork, you can visit her website ors to stay with her theme of to a popular John Muir quote. at taylorwilsondesign.myportfolio. warmth and joy, but she often Along with this, she makes in- com branches out with her class vitations for events such as projects. For example, for an ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 7 FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 “Black Panther” offers a radical look into oppression

BRETT SLAUGHENHAUPT E. Carter have put together a look for the film Movie Columnist that is simultaneously out of this world and of it. There is care put into giving the tribes Ryan Coogler, Marvel’s first black su- of Wakanda distinct looks, which places them perhero, brings to us a film for the ages and in a world of great advancement and creates of the ages. After seventeen films over ten a sense of authenticity often lacking from su- years in the current iteration of the Marvel perhero films set in fantastical worlds. Seeing Cinematic Universe, “Black Panther” is the the Wakandan people wearing traditional garb first film to feel immediately specific to the coexist naturally with out-of-this-world tech- culture around it and transcendent of nology gives the audience an image we don’t the genre in which it is placed. This often see in film. is not least of which due to the Like “Logan” of last year, “Black Pan- filmmaker’s decision to look ther” can craft a story adjacent to the Marvel through the lens of afrofu- universe, rather than directly inside of it. We turism to guide the story. aren’t being bombarded with cameo after cam- Coined by cultural eo of superheroes, nor do we deal with the critic Mark Dery in the aftereffects of other films. Instead Coogler ‘90s, Afrofuturism is used to and Joe Robert Cole have the chance to insert describe how Africans and African Americans some breathing room into their introductions could write themselves into futures of great of the world and its people. This story works advancement—through the arts, technology, best because of its separation from the rest of business, etc. This term is intentionally aware the franchise and keeps the stakes grounded of how colonialism and racism has impeded in the personal. It’s not accidental when this their abilities to flourish in current times. allows “Black Panther” to create one of the Black artists can grant themselves agency to most interesting antagonists Marvel has seen. assert their own narratives to imagine the big Played with a great sense of American “what if?” and to think of what great cultur- swagger by Michael B. Jordan, Erik Killmon- al advancement in art and technology would ger stands in opposition to T’Challa, believing look like. the successes of Wakanda should be shared The film follows T’Challa (Chadwick Bose- with the world for the sake of all the op- man) after his father’s assassination. As is his pressed. His anger stems from thinking about duty, he must take on the role of “Black Pan- the plights of colonized Africans and black ther” to protect his country of Wakanda, an Americans who could have used their help advanced city hidden from the outside world. in the past. In his mind, the Wakandans–and Believed to be a third-world country with very Black Panther, specifically–are complicit to little to offer, we are soon told Wakanda is a past oppressions at the hands of Western flourishing major city which has seen great nations and white people. For this reason, success in terms of technological advance- he wants revenge and plans to overthrow the ment. The structure of the Marvel world throne to open up the borders and attack brings up a lot of interesting implications that those who have attacked his people. come into play later in the film, like ‘what is Although his tactics may be flawed, the the responsibility of those in power to those rage in Killmonger’s eyes is valid. His argu- who are not?’ ments are hard to find fault in, making him While we were given a tease for the an interesting foe to the more introspective world of Wakanda in “Captain Ameri- T’Challa. This is not adversarial for the sake ca: Civil War,” the big reveal comes of adversaries, nor is it just a fight for pow- with a great er. What is being fought over is political and sense of awe– personal. not unlike The film is endlessly enjoyable, with great walking into performances across the board–yes, even For- Oz for the est Whitaker finally utilizes an accent to some first time. success. Not only is this a film with a black Production superhero, it’s a film with African culture and designer strong women at its center. The story contains Hannah a multitude of nuance, which will allow it to Beachler remain relevant for years to come. No wonder and cos- this film has run away with nearly every box tume de- office record. signer Ruth

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(From Left) Emily Perry, Alana Anselmi, Sarah Michaud and Meghan Leslie. Photo Courtesy of Paul Nguyen.

HILLARY HUNT Contributing Writer from singing “Let it Go” and ML: Always yes to an opportu- FN: If you could give every- dancing way too hard, then FN: If you were all back for nity. FN: How did you all meet? one in your house a superla- falling into a lamp our fresh- your 10-year reunion, what SM: Don’t steal upperclass- Meghan Leslie: Freshman year tive, what would it be? man year. would everyone be up to? men’s stuff. we were all on the same floor in SM: Emily is most likely to take AA: Once my flip flop broke SM: Meghan would be coming EP: Try to join clubs. Marycrest. things too far, like way too far. on the way to class. back from traveling, and also ML: Time flies when you’re in Sarah Michaud: We all played EP: Sarah is always mispro- ML: Emily has a lot of em- be late. college, so make the most of intramurals together. nouncing words. Like our street barrassing ones. I just can’t EP: I could see Sarah already everything. Alana Anselmi: Meghan and I for example, for like four years. remember any. having a kid. were roommates. AA: Meghan is most likely to SM: Emily would have a dog. forget where she parked her FN: What is your favorite EP: Hopefully we would all FN: What is on your bucket car. part of being a student here? have jobs. list for this semester? EP: Lana is most likely to have SM: Milano’s and Cane’s. AA: I’d probably have an exotic WANT YOUR SM: We want to go back to a superlative she doesn’t like. ML: You can go anywhere and pet of some kind. where everyone lived and be SM: Lana is also most likely to always see someone you know. ML: Emily will come back fully HOUSE TO BE nostalgic. end her night at R Taco. It’s small enough to know a lot embracing mom. Like a fanny FEATURED? EP: We want to do a group of people, but you will always pack, her baby wrapped up on sleepover, and we bring all of FN: What’s your most em- have the chance to meet some- her chest, hand popped in every our beds downstairs. Megabed. barrassing moment at UD? one new. picture holding a glass of wine. EMAIL A&E EDITOR EP: And the Oregon District. AA: Freshman year, Meghan SM: I really love the porches. EP: Or just being a mom if I’m CARI ZAHN AT SM: A karaoke night. rolled down the steps and EP: The sheet signs. not even a mom yet. [email protected] SM: Really just anything nos- sprained her ankle, and we had AA: Nancy from Marycrest. talgic and cheesy. We’re all to carry her home. EP: We also really love our FN: Any advice for fresh- seniors, so not much time left. ML: Sarah got a concussion maintenance man. man? ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 UD Fashion Guru attends New York Fashion Week

ROSE REYNOLDS Contributing Writer

Every year thousands travel to New York City to see the talented designers show off their latest creations on the runways, and this year I was fortu- nate to be one of them. After having interned for popular brands, Giorgio Armani in Chicago and Yumi Kim this previous summer in New York City, I now have a deeper understanding of what this week really means to the fashion industry, including the designers and numerous people involved in the production of making this week-long monumental event a success. New York Fashion Week took place from Feb. 8-16. There are four main fashion weeks that happen every year around the world, taking place in New York, Milan, Paris and London. None of the shows are open to the public, as it is an invite only scenario. Designers usually invite members of the media, prominent buyers, friends and celebri- ties who are paid to go. Designers want publicity, and they work hard to get it. Jenna Sauers, a fashion model and blogger who did not shy away from major issues in the industry, wrote in a 2010 Jezebel blog post, “New York fashion week kicks things off, then comes London fashion week, then Mi- lan fashion week, and then Paris fashion week.” “These are the fashion weeks where designers including Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Dior, Burberry, Val- entino, and any other purveyor of $3k dresses whose perfume or wallet or lipstick us regular folks might one day be moved through successful branding to buy, unveil their new seasonal collec- tions.” Everyone is drenched in their finest apparel, wondering if they’ll get caught in one of the famous street style photo- graphs that will appear in magazines. Models who are in an average stage of Photo courtesy of Rose Reynolds. their career will walk in anywhere be- tween six to 10 shows, someone consid- much dependent on the New York used her connections and got us into blue jean jumpsuit from my favorite NY ered to be doing well will walk in 10 to intern, Sophie Santagata, whom we had private art showings, and a private dis- boutique, Babel Fair, paired with Loef- 15, and the best models will walk in 15 befriended this previous summer. Her play of a fashion collection. We went to fler Randall shiny metallic shoes. She to 20. Most of the time models are not experience was not only with the cloth- renowned restaurants on rooftops and wanted photographs and publicity, so paid; they are given publicity and free ing line Yumi Kim, but also she worked in the inner parts of Elizabeth Street that is what we gave her. I feel incred- clothes from the designer. with as a stylist with Milly, an intern where many celebrities are often spot- ibly fortunate to have attended part of For me, NYFW is something I have with Spring Studios and an assistant to ted. After all, if you go to New York the famous NYFW, and cannot wait to wanted to attend for so long. I have Cosmopolitan Magazine. Her connec- and want to see the trendiest spots of move to NYC after college and have the been obsessed with everything about tions definitely gave us a step up into the city, you have to go down to SoHo. chance to experience many more. fashion since I was a young girl. I the world of fashion. The designer that we worked with this London’s Spring Fashion Week was landed Friday night, immediately met We stayed on the Lower East Side summer, Kim Phan, owner of Yumi from Feb. 16-20 and it is a whole new up with two of the girls I interned and West Side of Manhattan—where Kim, gave us each a big sum of money ballgame out in Europe. I hope to with this summer and we dove right most of the fashion seekers go—for the to pick out certain items of her line to one day get out and attend shows and into the madness of it all. Two of us majority of the weekend. Although we show off during the weekend. I chose private events in the three other main flew in for the weekend, and were very did not sneak into any shows, Sophie to wear a big blue fur jacket over an all fashion hot spots of the world. 10 OPINIONS FLYER NEWS | TUESDAY, FEB. 27

In 2017 alone, over fifty shootings were either executed or attempted in American schools. In the same time span, the NRA has invested more than five million dollars towards lobying members of Congress. Six of the ten deadliest mass shootings in American history have used the same weapon: the AR-15. Despite bipartisan support, Republican members of Congress refuse to take action through legislation, continue to send their “thoughts and prayers,” and repeatedly accept donation after dona- tion from the National Rifle Association. We at Flyer News do not believe these facts are a coincidence. We believe these facts are the result of America’s elected offi- cials choosing to put dollar signs over human lives. We at Flyer News ask: how many more? How many more innocent students massacred in the classroom? How many more deaths from the barrel of an AR-15? HOW MANYHow many more MORE? thoughts and prayers? HOW MANY MORE? #THOUGHTSANDPRAYERS#THOUGHTS

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Love, Penny Jaime Guttenberg Carmen Schentrup Alyssa Alhadeff Martin Duque Meadow Pollack Alaina Petty Aaron Feis Joaquin Oliver Cara Loughran

Dear Penny, Image courtesy of openclipart.org Chris Hixon Nicholas Dworet Alex Schachter

Thanks for dropping a line, sweet Penny. You are not alone; the homesick blues hit Gina Montalto Peter Wang Scott Beigel deep and hard and wide. It happens to me, too. I’m a junior and sometimes I still get Luke Hoyer Helena Ramsey homesick for my mom’s perfume or my dad’s mint chocolate chip milkshakes or the glint in my little brother’s eyes. It comes in waves. Sometimes it lasts and sometimes it doesn’t. Sometimes it pushes and sometimes it pulls. But it always reveals. Upon hearing the news of the Parkland As a human family, when one person is I don’t know about you, but for me, the homesickness usually kicks in when I’m feel- shooting, my first instinct was one of anger. lost through violence, the ripple effect can be ing alien to myself. Mostly it happens when I feel lost or confused and I’m not sure A week and a half later the feeling still per- felt by all. Call it evolutionary, call it spiritu- where I am or where it is I’m supposed to be going. It’s a signal that there’s a crack on sists: I feel angry with the stagnant policies, al or call it a combination of the two—we the surface, and I better not let it get too deep. It means it’s time to take a step back. which allow people with mental instability to cannot deny that we are inherently connected. gain access to military-grade weapons. I’m And the only way to truly feel this pain, the But this I believe: what comes out of a breakage can be stitched back together into a angry at the fact that regular civilians even pain of humanity, is to humbly open our new type of whole. have the option of gaining access to these hearts. Compassion is a necessary compo- weapons. I’m angry at the people who carry nent of love. Compassion literally means, “to A wise friend once told me that “community is the constant knotting, untangling, out horrendous violence. I’m angry towards suffer with.” When we open our hearts to and weaving together of our lives’ stories.” It’s a state of active process and it gets the society which remains silent and I’m share in the pain of our human family, we are messy, but what it means is that our lives are necessarily bound up in the lives of angry towards those of us who use tragedy allowing ourselves to partake in their suffer- those we love. We cannot be whole without each other, and we cannot be healthy to promote a personal agenda. It is so easy ing, making it our own. And when we do this, until all of us are. And there comes a time when we cannot be together because of for us to take this anger and use it as a fuel that is, when we allow ourselves to truly feel time or space or circumstance. But we never really leave each other, not really. for negativity. But instead of channeling this the suffering of others, we are called to action anger into self-destructive thoughts, into in a way unlike any other before. We must set For that particular community, the return happens irregularly. Once in a blue moon, giving up or staying silent or fighting with our our hearts on fire. we return to our tangled sleeping bags. We return to fingers intertwined. We return to neighbor, we should take this anger and pain I don’t know how to respond to a tragedy each other, and we are home. and use it as a fuel to set our hearts on fire. In like this. But I do know, after each time I read the wake of tragedy, where do we turn? the names of the victims, that we need to To be fully known and fully loved—that’s what home is. Find your community, dear In times like this I look to my role models, respond, together. We have to cut the internal Penny. Find them and run towards them. Build home here. many of whom are imperfect, but truly set fighting and get to the root of the issues at their lives on fire with radical love. Oscar hand: gun violence, mental illness, our societal And if you can, call your family. It might really help. Listen to their voices, when they Romero, Dorothy Day, St. Therese of Lisieux, response to tragedy, loss. We need to march, rise and fall and what they say. Bless the telephone line. Mahatma Gandhi, St. Teresa of Calcutta, each lobby, vote, write, pray and build our human and every one of these “normal people” took family up through love. Get out and explore Dayton. Find the spots that make you feel whole. Second Street this concept of action love into their own Speak out! Market, Wegerzyn Gardens, and RiverScape MetroPark are some of the spots that hands. When they felt their hearts breaking I’d like to close by sharing the song, do the trick for me. Find what works for you and spend your time there. for the victims of poverty, oppression, vio- “Shine,” which was performed by members lence, they didn’t just sit and feel sorry from of the Stoneman Douglas Drama Club, Most of all, though, Joan Didion advises us to “keep on nodding terms with the peo- afar … they did something about it. Starting addressed to the shooter, during the town hall ple we used to be.” Stay in touch with all of your former selves—the ones from last with small acts, they transformed their whole meeting called Feb. 21. night and five minutes ago and many years ago. These are the people you’ll always lives into the fight for justice and peace. find at home. Love is the key. You may have hurt us I am not suggesting we remain stagnant; But I promise we are not going to let you in complacency is not an option. The solution We’re putting up a fight of “love” may seem vague and unproductive. You may have brought the dark but together we will And in some regards, it could be. It is one shine a light thing to sit and feel awful for the survivors And we will be something special of violence and the victims of hatred, loving We’re going to shine, shine love, them from a distance. However, it is another Different students said these lines between verses: to look at love as a call to action. Love is both We refuse to be ignored by those who will not listen. a noun and verb; it is felt and experienced, There are so many things you can do to become but most importantly it is acted out. And this involved. love, this action love, is the most powerful Reach out to your congressmen, mail, call and tweet. force for good that we as humans can possi- The smallest of words can make the biggest difference. Posey bly use to transform a hurting world. Be the voice for those who don’t have one.tweet. Let me rephrase: Action love is the key. 12 OPINIONS FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 Suffolk and Montgomery: A Tale of Two Counties Contributing writer Mary McLoughlin considers how storytelling around America’s opiod epidemic matters

MARY MCLOUGHLIN Picture,” a 2014 article published by CNN, Contributing Writer Ronni Berke captured the larger attitude of “The burden is on all of us to tell better disbelief accompanying the opioid epidemic During his State of the Union Address, in Suffolk County. Throughout her coverage stories, because the stories we tell live President Donald Trump told a story about of the epidemic, she noted all the reasons beyond just books and newspapers.” the opioid epidemic. The camera panned to why the opioid crisis likely shouldn’t have find Ryan Holets, a police officer from New been happening where it’s was: the victims Mexico. Trump explained how, when Holets were “from middle-class, suburban families” easier time wrapping their minds around at drugs and others to not. was on duty, he saw a pregnant homeless and “many [were] cheerleaders, athletes, and risk youth using opioids than they did under- The socially constructed gap between who woman who was about to inject heroin. How straight-A students from loving homes.” She standing the blonde, suburban cheerleader we see as failures of the system and who Holets stopped the woman by telling her included an interview with the mother of who used opioids. But more than just the we believe has been failed by the system is a that heroin would hurt the baby and then one of the first to die from an overdose who reporters are to blame for this injustice. The thin line drawn by our storytelling. We are all comforted her while she cried. How Holets, said of her daughter, “The girl was beautiful. story told about Dayton’s inevitable drug responsible for where we draw that line. It is feeling moved by God and the woman’s She was blonde like the rest of these kids— overdose problem is just as much authored up to each of us to make sure the stories we situation, told his wife about what he saw, absolutely beautiful and you didn’t know it by all of our preconceived notions of what tell go beyond the stories we expect to hear. and they adopted the baby and named her [Heroin] was all over.” kind of people abuse drugs as it is authored We cannot do this until we look at our own Hope. At the end of Trump’s story, the Berke’s disbelief pushed her to search for by the reporters covering it. The burden biases and ask which people we are willing to crowd erupted in applause while the camera an explanation of why it was these teenag- is on all of us to tell better stories because absolve and which have we already con- remained fixed on the Holets family. ers who are using drugs. She wondered if the stories we tell live beyond just books demned. We cannot continue to use home- This story offered as the story about the the combination of Long Island’s location and newspapers. The difference between lessness and poverty to explain away the opioid epidemic deeply unsettled me. In near an airport and the flawed regulations Suffolk County’s private rehab centers and opioid epidemic. Our storytelling must look some ways the story Trump told felt familiar. around prescriptions could have been the Dayton’s rehab center housed in the wing of to uncover truths beyond the conventional Even within a structurally sound UD bubble, “the perfect storm” needed to drive this the county jail is the same as the difference truths of our time, and we must challenge stories about opioid addiction throughout demographic to opioids. Berke continuously between Suffolk County’s story of undeserv- ourselves to read the stories and news that Montgomery County are impossible to emphasized that families are the ones who ing kids who are the victims of an opioid do the same. There is more to the opioid epi- avoid. Trump’s narrative about the homeless are suffering and that children are the ones epidemic and Montgomery County’s story of demic than homeless mothers shooting up heroin addict seemed like it easily could’ve who are using. One of the article’s most troubled and at risk youth who overdose and heroin. Our storytelling cannot stop there. been set in Montgomery County. But I was striking attempt to prove Suffolk County die: we expect some types of people to use more bothered by the ways Trump’s story children are more than the average opioid felt foreign. I grew up on Long Island, where users is a parent’s plea that “our children are the county next to mine was facing its own just like every other mother or father’s child,

opioid epidemic, so I heard about opioid re- and they’re not junkies. And that term needs

lated casualties for years before living in Day- to change.” The article insisted that these ton. But Trump’s story still, along with so blonde, loved, wealthy cheerleaders are not

“Even with a structurally sound UD bubble, stories about opiod addiction throughout Montgomery County are impossible to avoid.”

many of the stories told around the opioid the people supposed to be using drugs. In epidemic within Montgomery County, felt the entirety of her article, the phrase “drug jarringly new to me. Something more than abuse” is never used. just the absence of New York accents made the stories I’ve heard about Dayton almost The 2017 story that CNN told about the unrecognizable from the stories I had grown opioid epidemic in Dayton is much different. up listening to. In “Ohio City’s Morgues are Now Full,” the Right before Suffolk County earned the reader isn’t told the hair color of the over- number one spot on the list of New York dose victims or that they had beautiful smiles counties with the worst opioid problem, or that they found success in diverse extra- it made its way onto Forbes’s 2010 list of curricular activities. A coroner’s assessment America’s top twenty-five richest counties. that the deaths caused by opioid overdoses We don’t often think of drug addicts as are “the same story repeated over and over sharing zip codes with the elite, and the again” and “inevitable” replaces the disbelief wealth of Suffolk County meant there was of Berke’s story. There may be shock at the no homeless woman shooting up heroin to sheer number of victims, but there is no sur- cast as the antagonist of the opioid epidem- prise over who the victims are. Though many ic. In fact, the people in Suffolk County who of the victims in Montgomery County are as were using opioids had more in common young as the victims in Suffolk County, this with people like the Holets than with any story doesn’t quote parents who insist they homeless woman. For this reason, Suffolk loved their kids but it wasn’t enough. Instead, County’s opioid problem came as a surprise we are told of the impoverished and unstable to many, and this surprise was reflected in broken homes that led Dayton’s youth to the way the story of opioid use was being opioids. told. The difference between these stories may In “One Snapshot in a Tragic National suggest that the reporters for CNN had an SPORTS 13 FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 BASEBALL Tirotta’s talents earn him honors and expectations ETHAN SWIERCZEWSKI School, Tirotta was a part of his high the Flyers’ opening weekend in South Contributing Writer school team’s sectional championship Carolina; on Sunday, in a 4-2 loss run in the spring of his junior year. against Wofford, Tirotta went 3-3 at the The perennial play of baseball, the He attributes much of his growth as plate with a game-tying double off the home run has the power to change the a player to the competition he faced left field fence in the 7th inning. The course of a game and ignite excitement before his arrival at Dayton. freshman’s performance earned him unlike anything else in a sport often “My most memorable experience a place on the All-Tournament team ridiculed for its monotony. And if the was going down to Georgia with the for the weekend, posting a .455 batting Dayton Flyers are looking for increased Bulls,” Tirotta said. “We played some average and scoring three runs. home run production this season, the really good competition and made it Tirotta collected three more hits in emergence of a power-hitting true pretty far in that tournament, which eight at-bats against High Point from freshman will help them get there. was one of the biggest of the year.” Feb. 23-24. His average now sits at .421 Riley Tirotta stands tall at 6-foot- One of the most exciting aspects of for the season. 3-inches, an athletic high school Tirotta’s game is his knack for hitting The predictions of Baseball shortstop who has made the switch Graphic courtesy of UD Athletics Communications the long-ball. His potential as a power America, combined with the high to third base for the Flyers. Coupled hitter could make him a key member of hopes of his coaches, teammates and with his 190-pound frame, Tirotta’s radar [in the conference],” he said. “It make the transition to third base. the heart of the Flyers’ batting order. fans leave expectations high for Tirotta. athleticism and baseball résumé doesn’t really change anything though. “Third is definitely more of a He has maintained an overall focus on But the third baseman understands has led to his selection as Baseball I still have everything to prove as a challenge than short, especially in terms his swing and his approach at the plate, that pressure is just another part of the America’s preseason Atlantic 10 freshman, and I’m still going to go out of reaction time,” he said. “I’m working but isn’t shy about his desire to crush game. Conference Freshman of the Year. there and play as hard as I can.” [in practice] with coach Chase and the ball any chance he gets. “There’s always pressure, especially The publication tabs his “raw tools” Tirotta has made dedication and coach King to make the adjustment. “I try to hit the ball hard every single when people are counting on you as the primary reason for his selection, versatility a staple of his baseball ethic. Everything is going smoothly.” at-bat,” Tirotta said. “I like to hit for and making predictions like that,” he and his potential for offensive power An outfielder in his youth, he says he Hailing from South Bend, Indiana, power. If I can get a fastball up [in said. “But that doesn’t change what makes him an exciting new addition made the switch to the infield at the Tirotta was a member of the Indiana the strike zone], I try to put it out. My we’re trying to do as a team: turn the to the Dayton roster. But Tirotta isn’t age of 12. While he understands the Bulls travel baseball team, competing two-strike approach changes a bit; just program around, get back into A-10 letting the hype go to his head. difficulties that come with managing with the squad at the 16U, 17U and shorten up and go the other way.” contention and make it to a regional.” “It’s pretty cool to hear [I’m] on the the hot corner, Tirotta believes he can 18U levels. A graduate of Marian High His strategy proved effective during MEN’S BASKETBALL Encouraged by brother, Kostas shows his potential JAMES DRONZEK spent in Greece, Kostas and Alex, the said coach Anthony Grant. Contributing Writer youngest of the five Antetokounmpo When Antetokounmpo makes brothers, wound up veering from the a sizable impact, the game changes Among the talented group of paths of Thanasis and Giannis, two of completely for the Flyers. Dayton is 3-1 freshmen taking the court for Dayton the elders, who chose to play basketball this season when the young forward men’s basketball this year is the hard- professionally in Greece before entering scores in double digits; the only loss was to-miss Kostas Antetokounmpo. The the NBA. Kostas spent some time at the by three points to Hofstra. 6-foot-10 forward from Athens, Greece professional level in Greece, but chose Fans jump out of their seats whenever has a well-discussed pedigree. to attend Dominican High School in their hopeful future star makes a highlight- Kostas’ older brother Giannis has Milwaukee, where Alex plays now. reel play. Being in the spotlight seems to been the talk around the NBA for the After leading Dominican to a 27-1 be Antetokounmpo’s preference as well. past few seasons. His skill-set as a 6-foot- record and a state championship, among Before every game, Kostas goes 11 forward, who can play like a point other accolades, Kostas committed to through a nonchalant dancing routine to guard, has earned him a position in the UD, making him the first of his brothers get in the groove for each game. league MVP race as well as the nickname to play in the NCAA. “It’s random and different every “Greek Freak”. He entered college at the forefront game, depending on the music,” he said. Just an inch shorter, Kostas doesn’t of the changes surrounding the Dayton “This season has been a fun learning necessarily stand in his star brother’s team, and rightfully so. He has all of the experience, so I always try to keep the shadow. Dayton fans are just as excited attributes to be an intimidating factor in energy up before I go out there.” to see this younger athlete develop as the Flyers’ lineup: a lengthy wingspan, Kostas Antetokounmpo goes up for a layup against URI on Jan. 20. With all of this hype and room to Photo by Griffin Quinn/Staff Photographer Milwaukee Bucks’ fans are to see Giannis’ speed on the fastbreak, a knack for grow, what’s next for the Greek Freak potential come to fruition. grabbing rebounds and the size and 2.0? At the NBA’s All-Star Break in mid- athleticism to finish inside, which often If this season has shown anything, averaged 4.7 points per game--on 57 To start, he has been focused on February, Kostas got the chance to catch brings joy to the Flyers’ fans. however, it’s that this was not meant to percent shooting--and three rebounds getting his weight up a bit to compete up with his brother. Communication Games like the one against Saint be a one-season project. per game. with the other big men around the league. between them, despite being in different Louis, or like the 10 point-10 rebound With fellow older, experienced Despite the challenges that He is currently listed at 197 pounds. situations, seems to be a regular. performance he had in early December forwards in the mix, such as redshirt Antetokounmpo has faced this year, “My plan is put on some more pounds “I talked to him today. He said just go against Tennessee Tech, showcase his junior Josh Cunningham and junior his coach and teammates recognize and become stronger,” Antetokounmpo out and play as hard as you can,” Kostas potential and why he has been dubbed Xeyrius Williams, Antetokounmpo his potential, stay positive in regards to said. “I’d like to gain about 20 to 25 more said following the Flyers’ 53-50 win “Greek Freak 2.0.” has seen limited playing time. His 14.8 his development, and stay patient as he pounds, mostly on my legs and upper against Saint Louis on Feb. 20, in which “He shows what he is capable of,” said minutes per game ranks fourth among grows game by game. body.” he played a key role with 12 points in 19 sophomore guard Trey Landers. “What the group of freshman and eighth on “He brings a type of competitiveness With almost a full season under his minutes off of the bench. I always tell [Kostas] is focus in on the the team overall. and energy that makes him capable of belt, Flyer fans look forward to witnessing While most of their lives were game and play hard.” With his playing time, Kostas has making a huge difference for this team,” the rest of his journey at UD. 14 SPORTS FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 WINTER OLYMPICS Top feel-good moments of Pyeongchang Olympics

remarkable,” said coach Sarah Murray, McMorris is back competing in the a Canadian citizen. Winter Olympics. He took home the bronze medal in the men’s 7. The Orange Suits Own The Snowboarding Slopestyle competition Oval behind Gerard and fellow Canadian If you watched speed skating, you Max Parrott. most likely saw the Dutch on top of “I was immediately thinking about the podium. things I’d have changed or wished the In the 2018 games, the Netherlands judges had changed,” McMorris told has earned 16 total medals, 13 of ESPN. “But then I needed to pinch which have come in the speed skating myself, and with what my last year’s competition alone. Out of the 123 been like, people would die for a medal total medals, the Netherlands has at the Olympics. I mean, I nearly did won in Winter Olympic history, 116 die, so I’m pretty stoked.” Loch, who was going for a three-peat defeating Canada in a shootout, 3-2, have come on the speed skating track, CAROLINE FLAHIVE gold in men’s singles luge. Loch’s to win the gold. according to USA Today. 9. Ester Ledecka: The Skier No Contributing Writer dreams were crushed after a error on While speed skating is a part of One Saw Coming the ninth turn sent him off course for 6. North Korea Can’t Be Missed Dutch culture, their excellence on the Borrow American superstar 1. Olympians Binge Watch just a few seconds. At Pyeongchang Olympics oval wasn’t because they use skating Mikaela Shiffrin’s skis. Check. Netflix Too Those few seconds were enough to Remember the last time you saw on their frozen canals as their way of Be the first person to compete Overslept. Lost jacket. Stayed cost him gold and even a spot on the North and South Koreans on the transportation, contrary to what Katie in snowboarding and skiing at the up too late binge watching Netflix. podium as he finished fifth. American same team, let alone in the same room Couric suggested on NBC Primetime Olympics. Check. Sound familiar? For 17-year-old Chris Mazdzer won the first-ever together? Yeah, no one does. But, Olympic Coverage. Win a gold medal in an event you American snowboarder Red Gerard, medal in singles luge for the United despite the prolific tension between entered ranked 43rd overall. Check. this happened on the morning of States, a silver medal with a time of North Korea and South Korea, they 8. After Suffering Near-Death Ester Ledecká, the Czech the men’s Snowboard Slopestyle 3:10.728, just seconds behind the gold put aside political differences to form Injuries, Mark McMorris Is Full snowboarder and skier, stunned her competition at the Olympics. medalist David Gleirscher of Austria a unified women’s hockey team. Of Life competition by taking home gold in “You have to wake up so early. I’m (3:10.702). But that’s not even why they’re Just 11 months ago, Canadian the women’s Super G as she edged just not used to waking up early at all, making headlines. While only sending snowboarder Mark McMorris, 24, laid out defending gold medalist Anna and I just slept in. It was a little mess 4. Chloe Kim Likes Food. 22 athletes to compete, North Korea injured for two hours after crashing Veith by 0.01 seconds, with a time of of a morning,” Gerard said. Enough Said. sent 200 cheerleaders, who are into a group of trees in the British 1:21.11. Clearly he wasn’t phased, as Gerard American snowboarder Chloe trained under the harsh regulations Columbia Backcountry before help NBC didn’t even broadcast her run took home the gold, marking the first Kim tweeted about food during the by Kim Jong-un, to spread positivity arrived. because they didn’t think Ledecka had gold medal for the United States women’s halfpipe competition. The throughout the games. Despite going McMorris was airlifted to a local a chance of reaching the podium, let in the 2018 games. Oh, and then Twitter world is freaking out. While winless in competition, the unified hospital where he spent the next alone win gold. Gerard casually flew back to America waiting to take her second run in the squad was met with roaring cheers 10 days recovering from just a few The winning run left her just as for Jimmy Kimmel, and days later halfpipe finals, Kim tweeted, “Wish I from the audience. broken bones: a broken jaw, broken speechless as the crowd, “I really don’t returned to South Korea to compete finished my breakfast sandwich but “With everything that happened ribs, broken arm, ruptured spleen, know what happened,” Ledecka told in his final event, men’s Big Air. my stubborn self decided not to and to them prior to the Olympics, for stable pelvic fracture and a collapsed NBC after the race. “You tell me I now I’m getting hangry.” them to come together like this and lung, according to ESPN. was riding. I really don’t know what 2. Shaun White’s Walk-Off Gold The 17-year-old, who was too compete like this in the Olympics, it’s Skip to February 2018 and happened. It was great.” The Scene: A packed Phoenix young to compete in Sochi, already Snowpark watching men’s had the gold medal locked up before Snowboarding Halfpipe. her final run in Pyeongchang when The Stage: Shaun White, sitting in she showed why she is the new queen second place coming into his final run, of snowboarding by earning a nearly searching for his third gold medal, one perfect score of 98.75. that had eluded him since finishing off the podium at the 2014 Sochi 5. U.S. Men’s Hockey Ousted Olympics. From Medal Contention White nailed back-to-back 1440s The U.S. men’s hockey team, which (four 360 degree spins) to knock consisted of college players and Japan’s Ayumu Hirano out of the top professionals out of European leagues spot and won gold with a score of after the NHL decided against sending 97.75. players to Pyeongchang, lost to the “I knew I did a great ride and I was Czech Republic in a shootout, 3-2, in proud of that and I could walk away the quarterfinal matchup on Feb. 20 to with my head high, but when they end their run toward a medal. announced my score and I’d won, it The four players out of the NCAA crippled me,” White told NBC. were bright spots for the Americans. His gold medal run marked the Ryan Donato (Harvard), shelved five 100th all-time Winter Olympic Games goals for the tournament, the most of gold medal for the United States. any player. Despite it being the second-straight 3. Chris Mazdzer Wins First year the men’s team failed to make the American Luge Medal podium, the women’s team secured Top: Korean speedskating team. Photo from Wikimedia Commons All eyes were on the German, Felix American dreams of a medal by Above: Jeremy Teela, a three-time olympian, competes in the 2010 games. Photo from DoD Live SPORTS 15 FLYER NEWS | TUESDAY, FEB. 27 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Cool as the other side of the state Small-town senior Burdette reaches apex of leadership journey

thing of geography and schooling relationship with her early. She different setting, to this huge school. from the season’s onset until it STEVE MILLER and basketball,” John said. “And wasn’t into talking to a lot of I mean for her that wasn’t the right happened, that Dayton would be Sports Editor when it came down to it, Dayton was coaches. She was recruited by a lot, fit.” going to the Sweet 16. at the top of the list.” but she just didn’t want to take the While choosing a school like Whether or not Burdette The buzzer sounded at George Naturally, the family factor played time to do it. Some kids are like that. Dayton has its obvious perks— understood before the season what Washington’s Smith Center, and the a pivotal role in her decision. Some just don’t like the process. So geographic proximity, tight-knit she had committed of herself was frustrated look on Jenna Burdette’s “One of the main ones was just that probably helped us. And she culture and playing time—it also moot. She was already along for the face remained unaltered as the senior ride. guard beelined to her seat on the The Flyers in fact outdid bench. She was about the only one themselves. The Sweet 16 wasn’t the unaffected by the fact that she had end. UD ran all the way to the Elite just hit a 35-foot shot to put Dayton Eight where they gave Connecticut, ahead by 12 at the end of the third the nation’s top team, a shock by quarter. taking Huskies to halftime with the “A lot of people said I didn’t show lead. any emotion after that,” Burdette “Making the Elite Eight run and explained, attempting to excuse her playing under Hoover and Ally was lack of expression. “It felt good just a great experience, just to see leaving my hands, so I was just like how they carry themselves,” Burdette ‘okay.’ And I was thinking about the said. last play that I had just messed up. Starting at point guard as a That was what was on my mind.” freshman against perhaps the greatest Even had Burdette’s recent record dynasty in the history of American been spotless at the time of her shot, sports (UConn women’s basketball) it’s not likely she would have graced in the national quarterfinals is in the more than a smile. upper echelon of all-time nerve- Burdette may be reserved, but rackers. But it’ll work wonders for she’s certainly not listless. But future confidence. Burdette’s perfectionist response to “Freshman year definitely prepared her impressive shot illustrates how me for basically everything,” she said. her rise to the leadership of Dayton’s Funnily enough, her father hardly women’s basketball team has knew the difference when the Flyers grounded her nerves and focused her were pitted against the Huskies. intently on her team’s aspirations of “I’m not a nervous person really. reaching its championship potential. As they were going through the Humility is a lot easier when it’s tournament I was watching ball ingrained in your roots. Burdette games, and we were talking about hails from Coolville, Ohio, in the who the next opponent would be, far southeast corner of the state—a and who she’d be guarding,” John town whose population totals less said. than 500. But he did add the obvious. “It’s very small, obviously. I don’t “She grew up a lot her freshman see another house from my front year.” Burdette creates space for a pull-up shot against Fordham on Feb. 18. She led the Flyers with 27 points in that win door,” Burdette said. “But you go to on Senior Day Photo by Griffin Quinn/Staff Photographer Jenna took after her father in one school with the people that you go sense from the beginning: he’s always to kindergarten with all through high my family being able to come,” Jenna committed here early.” presents unforeseen challenges. enjoyed basketball and took charge school.” said. “And I get excited for them to Jenna’s father shed more light on Burdette was thrust into the fire in her athletic development early That communal mindset, Burdette come see me play, and I think that the topic. her freshman season, starting at point on. But, it took until after that first thinks, also contributed to the athletic helps me during the games.” “She wasn’t really interested in a guard on a team with two would-be season in a Flyer uniform for Jenna side of her life. Her unimpressed visage following lot of colleges, it was overwhelming WNBA players (Ally Malott and to show likeness in another way. “That also made a difference, her buzzer-beater says it all. Burdette at the time,” John explained. Andrea Hoover). It was a tall order, “I don’t really get nervous basketball wise,” she said. “They has never been one for pomp. Jenna perhaps had the best but one that ultimately accelerated the anymore,” she said prior to Dayton’s understand my schedule and they Dayton’s coaches knew that right intentions of all though: not giving growth of the then-timid freshman. senior night, when a large contingent were just a support system other than away. other schools the time of day “That was … different. That was of Coolville-ians would be in my family. And they still come to my “Jenna’s recruiting process was a because Dayton was just the secret nerve-wracking,” Burdette hesitated, attendance. games today, and I think that’s really little different because she didn’t like sauce needed to enhance her growth choosing her words intentionally. It’s not just the nerves that Jenna cool.” the process,” coach Shauna Green as a player and person. “But I got through it.” has surmounted. Her father, John Burdette, in fact recounted. Green served as the “I think that’s what Jenna Jim Jabir, the team’s head coach “I don’t have a problem talking coached her in elementary school and team’s recruiting coordinator from was looking for, was that tight- from 2003-16, had a goal in mind. anymore, so that’s a plus,” she said. high school, ultimately assisting her 2012-15, during which time Burdette knit atmosphere and that family The Flyers had entered the NCAA “And on the court, I’m much more in the college decision process. committed and began her career at atmosphere. And that’s what she had Tournament five years in a row, but of [leader] vocally. I mean, it’s my job “I just made a list of 10 schools, Dayton in the fall of 2014. only known,” said Green. five times were knocked out in the more as a point guard.” and we kind of did a little number “We developed a pretty good “And I couldn’t see her going to a first weekend’s games. He preached, Burdette continued on p. 16 16 SPORTS FLYER NEWS|TUESDAY, FEB. 27 FOOTBALL Flyers continue academic dominance in PFL Burdette continued from p. 15

Her teammates have taken notice. “She has realized her role [that] she needs to step up and lead us, and tell us what to do if something is going on or something needs to be changed,” said junior guard Lauren Cannatelli, who has played alongside Burdette for three years now. “We all respect her enough and believe in her and trust her that she’s going to know how to change things.” While the respect from her teammates stems from her confidence and on-court ability, her performance also speaks for itself. Burdette leads the team with CONNOR HANSON an average GPA of 3.5, a 27 on their ACT for their academic achievements in years past. With the strong foundation Yinger and 16.4 points per game, and shoots Staff Writer and includes eight National Honors Society “I don’t think I was naturally gifted Leisring have built, you’d think they’d have nearly 48 percent from three- members. academically. I just think that I just have a more time to celebrate and bask in their point range—top in the Atlantic Dayton football has been at the top of Chamberlin says they look for student- work ethic that has helped me succeed, and achievements. But for Leisring, the awards 10. the Pioneer Football League Honor Roll 23 athletes who are strong both academically I attribute that probably to my high school are more of a reality-check reminding him And that’s the difference of the 25 years it has been in existence. It’s and athletically because, “We know what football coach and my parents as well,” of what’s still yet to be accomplished before between then and now. Burdette been number one for each of the past 11 the challenges will be for a student here at Leisring said about his sustained academic graduation. is no longer just a role player to years. the University of Dayton. And so they have success at Dayton. “It feels really good, but at the same time gel a team with bigger stars. She’s Monday, the league announced its 2017- to have a good foundation under them “I think those two parties really instilled it also keeps you really humble,” Leisring a leader—someone who the 18 honor roll, which features 71 UD players- academically. It is a challenge, and if you that work ethic in me to really try my best. said. “Earlier just this morning I picked up players, coaches, fans and likely -again a league-high. don’t have those basic skills coming into it So I think coming into college that definitely this really cool plaque, but at the same time even opponents trust to get the “I was so excited when that story came you could struggle.” helped me having a good base.” I know I’m getting my butt whooped by job done. out. I was tweeting about it and talking about While some players do inevitably struggle, Yinger echoed his roots for academic some really tough accounting and finance “I just want the ball in my it on social media,” academic adviser Vera others exceed any and all expectations strength, dating it back to when he was classes. So, it does feel great to see your hard hands in [game] situations,” she Gomes said. “The fact that they are taking presented before them. A few notable players growing up back home with his family and work come to fruition, but at the same time I said. “So I just don’t really feel care of business in the classroom and are achieving at a high level both on and off the siblings. look in the mirror and know that I have a lot the pressure as much.” the leader in their conference speaks to the field this year are David Leisring, Tucker “It was kind of an expectation thing. My of work that still needs to be done.” So, of course, she was as cool culture here and what Dayton is about and Yinger and Isaac Sexton, all of whom were mom wasn’t one to really harp on us about With Leisring and Yinger leading the way as ice after plunging a buzzer- what Dayton football is about.” named to either first or second team College it, but I come from a family of five--three for the Flyers athletically and academically, beater into the aching hearts of It is the seventh time Dayton has had Sports Information Directors of America brothers and a sister--and naturally there and Dayton continuing to roll through the George Washington on Feb. 11. over 70 honorees, meanwhile the league’s (CoSIDA) Academic All-American teams. was always a little competition between each PFL-Honor Roll, it is clear that the Flyers’ Because after the journey she and remaining teams have combined to do so On top of that, Dayton had six players other,” Yinger said. “But I usually try to get success goes way beyond the confines of the Flyers have trekked, a single just twice. The Flyers also hold the all-time named first team academic All-PFL, five good grades for myself rather than anybody the football field. shot was hardly a surprising feat. PFL record for most student-athletes on named to CoSIDA Academic All-District else.” Her roommate and fellow- the honor roll in a season, with 81 players and two make the Football Championship senior JaVonna Layfield awarded in 2015 season. Subdivision Athletics Directors Association explained. “People ask me all the time, ‘Why do (FCS-ADA) Academic All-Stars team. Notable Flyers on PFL Honor Roll “Any time Jenna Burdette you do so well academically, as a football “I think what separates [those awarded] shoots the ball, I think it’s going program?’ And I tell them that they have a is the focus they have. You can see it on in,” she said. And for anyone good academic foundation coming in, they the football field and it shows up on their Jack Crain LB R-Sr. Accounting who’s watched Dayton since know how to study, they’re bright. Education academics and their classroom work,” Alex Jeske QB Sr. Finance 2014, they know exactly what is important to them and they are going to Chamberlin said. David Leisring S Jr. Finance Layfield means. work at it,” coach Rick Chamberlin said. “They’re just so tuned into what they Christian Searles CB Sr. Sport Manage- “If she’s got the ball in her “Then Vera Gomes and the academic need to do, whether it’s extra work they need ment hands, something good is going department comes into it and all the support to do, figuring something out on their own, to happen.” systems for our athletes, and they not only or whatever it is. They have that sense about Ryan Skibinski WR So. Finance Burdette and the Flyers will begin help them in their transition [from high themselves of what it’s going to take to be Adam Trautman TE R-So. Electrical Engr. the Atlantic 10 Tournament in school to college] but also in their four years successful.” Matt Tunnacliffe WR Sr. Entrepreneurship Richmond, Virginia on Mar. 2. They here at Dayton.” These current Flyers are just a fraction Finance will take on the winner of Richmond Those values are also what Chamberlin of the student-athletes that make up Dayton Tucker Yinger RB Sr. Mechanical Engr. and Davidson. The Flyers enter the and the rest of the coaching staff looks for football’s rich history of academic success, tournament as the conference’s No. 1 when recruiting players for their program. with recent players like Chris Beaschler and seed after going 15-1 in A-10 regular Their new high school recruitment class has Jack Crain receiving national-level recognition Eight team standouts are highlighted among the 71 total UD honorees. season play. Top photo taken by Griffin Quinn/Staff Photographer

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