December 2015 AD MAJOREM DEI GLORIAM DIGITAL EDITION

By John Cullen ‘16

has adopted 42 families. Every single larger community or family.” need in the metro Detroit community. C hristmas is on the horizon and homeroom, some individual faculty For those who don’t know, Focus: Consider joining your fellow students many are, no doubt, very excited. A day members, and also a number of clubs HOPE is an organization that was found- and participating this holiday season in spent surrounded by the love of family adopted a family as part of the pro- ed in 1968 by Father William Cunning- the Focus: HOPE Christmas Pro- and friends is truly a special gram. The program comes with the re- ham and Eleanor Josaitis. Their mission gram. Your efforts will help ensure that event. However, some in our communi- sponsibility to provide a complete was simple: “build a metropolitan com- less fortunate families in our community ty are not so fortunate. There are a num- Christmas celebration for the family, in- munity where all people may live in will experience the fun and joy of the ber of people who can’t partake and cel- cluding food, clothing, everyday necessi- freedom, harmony, trust, and affec- holiday season and you, in turn, will bet- ebrate the holiday the way they’d like ties, and a few wish list items for the tion.” Focus: HOPE has grown over 45 ter realize the true meaning of Christmas to. Even though it might be forgotten in children. Both the Mother’s Club and years and implemented a number of ini- and “Men for Others.” the midst of the celebration, Christmas is Dad’s Club also help out and take part tiatives that help to accomplish the said far from being a “free” event. Many less by purchasing clothing and providing mission. U of D Jesuit has been an im- fortunate families have trouble putting transportation, respectively. The Focus: portant partner to Focus: HOPE for more money aside for gifts, the holiday meal, HOPE Christmas Program is an exact than 20 years. In addition to the previ- or even everyday necessities during the representation of one of our school ously mentioned Christmas Program, our season. goals: being committed to doing justice. involvement with the organization That is where our school’s involve- Mr. Wilson, director of Service, stretches into their monthly food pro- ment in the Focus: HOPE Christmas said, “it’s about realizing that we’re not gram, the Walk for Diversity, and a Program can help. This year, our school isolated beings, but we are all part of a number of other initiatives to aid those in

By Kamau Jawara ‘16

his year, U of D Jesuit more year), an all-black charter school As a teacher who spends consid- dumb black kid”. So clearly, this expos- adopted the new and on the east side of Detroit. I remem- erable time getting all of students on the es a detrimental belief that has sunk into elusive theme of bered struggling to converse with stu- same page, Mr. Davidson had found our culture. “United by Diversity.” dents who had never learned how to so- that black students put forth less of an U of D teaches us to find beauty And withT that, all social ailments of stu- cialize with black students. I remem- effort when it came to participation. in diversity, but this is not fully under- dents from different backgrounds were bered being considerably behind the To what can the rarity of black stood in the early years of our tenure erased. No seriously...let's talk facts. other students in every subject coming males raising their hand and asking here. This is crucial because most of A while back, I was looking at in. Heck...I had come from a middle questions be attributed? Like I said, a black male discouragement takes place our senior class at the start of our fresh- school where our science classes were lot of it has to deal with stigmatisms when other students are still ridding men year and came to the realization relegated to simple and monotonous that have been seemingly legitimized by themselves of stereotypes and prejudic- that almost half of the African- bookwork. I remembered taking Super- this nation’s culture. Stereotypes give es they may have believed for the ma- American students had transferred out vised Study instead of a science out of credence to the idea that blacks are less jority of their lives. This results in the of U of D by the start of junior year. fear of failing a science class my fresh- intelligent, and this heavily affects the occasional chuckle or joke at the ex- Soon after, I looked to the class of 2017 men year of high school. psyche of the black U of D student pense of a black male seeking help, and only to find that the very same disturb- According to freshmen/ within the classroom. can ultimately shape the academic expe- ing fact rang true once again. Dumb- sophomore English teacher Mr. Da- “I felt as if I wasn't on the same rience. founded, I began to count the number of vidson, the majority of incoming fresh- level as the rest of the class. Because of But now the million dollar ques- white students that had transferred out men that must come to his class in the this I was scared to ask questions,” Aa- tion comes to fruition… How do we of UofD just to prove that we weren’t summer before freshman year as a result ron Abney ‘16 said. Now isn’t that dis- fight an idea that has become almost unique. What I had found was that, of lower scores on the High School turbingly ironic? This is indicative of an permanently ingrained into the minds of while blacks transfer in similar amounts Placement Test are African-American. environment where black males do not many of our black males here at UofD? to whites, they transfer out at an accel- But why am I telling you this? feel safe asking for help because they Well, this first starts on a social erated rate due to their role as approxi- For black males, this can serve as just will be judged differently than others. level. As a student of another race, we mately 27-30% of the school popula- the first cog in the wheel as they enter As a result of their previous must not judge our peers for their disad- tion. their freshman year feeling academical- schooling, black males coming from vantages but must open ourselves up to Like any other students, the rea- ly inferior. Needless to say, the culture- public/charter schools enter U of D with them. We must understand the beauty of soning varies from academic to social, shock along with the academic rigor of a deficiency in core academic areas and the learning process and mustn't ruin it but why was this such a major issue? U of D alone can be quite the psycho- form an academic inferiority complex. for others. After all, this is what a Jesuit Well, it suggests that there is something logical hurdle for a black student in This must be understood because it con- education is all about. glaringly influential in their decision their early years at The High. tributes to a lack of confidence in the Second, we black males must that takes shape during their freshmen Travis Murray ‘16 described it classroom. take full advantage of our instructors and sophomore years at U of D. I under- as entering an “environment I wasn’t Mr. Davidson reasoned, “They and resources here at U of D regardless stood that this school isn’t for everyone, used to, coming from an entire school of can find an independent clause if you of what belittling jokes we may here as but what was making them hate U of D kids that looked like me to one with a tell them, but they are not taught to sen- a result. Believe it or not, often our so much? few”. But then it dawned on me. Could tence diagram and fully define the con- peers are just as confused as we are. The As a senior with a love for U of this maladjustment perhaps slip into the cept like in other schools, and this caus- minute we rid ourselves of negative ste- D, it became hard for me to remember realm of the classroom? es a disadvantage when it comes to fully reotypes that have permeated our socie- those early experiences here at The Addressing the relationship be- grasping the concepts as well as on ty for decades, we can combat the High, but as I looked back, it became so tween him and his students, Mr. Da- standardized test”. shockingly high rate of black males that much more clear. I remembered coming vidson said, “Of course as a teacher Lance Shackleford ‘16, a first transfer out and truly be able to claim to U of D in the fall of 2012 with just your job is to reach out to all of your honors student all of his years at The being united by diversity. one other black student from my middle students, but this is very difficult when High and a member of NHS even says, school (who transferred out after sopho- they don’t reach back.” “I feel like I’m viewed as just another Page 2 The Cub News, December 2015 Teacher Profiles

By Cameron Keuning ‘16

about his freshman English teacher Mr. what to do. My entire life up to that ing about possibly taking another look at P icture this: actor Nicholas Cage Mark, whom he really liked. Mr. Mark point had been geared towards that one medical school,” and then Mrs. Foerg walks off the set of National Treasure 4 was a Jesuit regent who taught English thing- I was going to be a doctor,” he asked if he might consider sticking (or whichever they are currently mak- at U of D, then left after Mr. Rizik’s said. “At that point, I picked several around for another year to teach. ing) and onto the set of a new movie he freshman year. people from various points in my life is making- The Life of Jeff Rizik. Yes, who were influential to me and I just sat “I liked teaching,” Mr. Rizik said. “I you got it right, the worst actor in Holly- Among other influential teachers, down and talked to them. One of them really enjoyed being in the classroom, Mrs. Oshikiri really affected Mr. Rizik lecturing, and [Mrs. Oshikiri and Mrs. wood has been cast as U of D Jesuit sci- was Fr. Lehane.” ence teacher Mr. Rizik in a movie of his in his time as a student at The High. “I Foerg] planted the seed of the thought of life, not out of pity, but because that is loved chemistry,” he said, “I had Honors When Mr. Rizik sat down to speak me being a teacher in my head.” Thus, Chemistry with her junior year and I with Fr. Lehane, Fr. Lehane suggested Mr. Rizik decided to stay and see how whom Mr. Rizik picked. loved it.” looking into the U of D AVC (Alumni another year of teaching would go. As Cage walks onto the set of the first Volunteer Corps) program. Mr. Rizik scene, his director informs him that he is After graduating in 2010, Mr. Rizik was a little hesitant at first (it being part At this point, Mr. Rizik said, “I’m in Northville, Michigan: the very town continued his academic journey at the of the way into the year already), but he still sort of torn” as to what will come in which Mr. Rizik University of Michi- got the chance to talk to Mr. Chandler next. “I love teaching. I like interacting gan, where he majored with students. There is something new spent the first 18 about it regardless. years of his life. in neuroscience with every day. I get asked a question I never Cage, ever insistent every intention to con- Another AVC at the time, Mr. Mills, thought I would have been asked that on going above and tinue on right into left the program for a job at Bellarmine day. My whole plan was to take this beyond in his line of medical school. University in Louisville, leaving an year to sort of get my feet wet, and to open slot for Mr. Rizik. see what the difference was between work, has decided to “I should have real- play young Mr. having ten students and having 85 stu- ized I didn’t want to “It was unfortunate that this all corre- dents. And I still enjoy it. As far as I can Rizik as well as the go to medical school a sponded with [Mr.] Coyne passing tell, I want to keep going.” grown-up you may lot earlier than I did,” away,” Mr. Rizik said, “and so they had know. Mr. Rizik said, “I was a need for someone with my back- Nicholas Cage finished reading the The formative just so set on it. In ground, and so because of that, I was script, set it down, and walked off the years for Mr. Rizik eighth grade I decided able to take over his Honors Biochemis- set in realization that he had finally took place at Our I wanted to be a doc- try classes.” tor. It wasn’t until I found a role that even he could not play. Lady of Victory ele- At the first parent-teacher conferences The science-loving, Game of Thrones- mentary and middle was on an interview of the second semester, Mr. Rizik was loving chemistry and Honors Biochem school, a school for medical school, and they laid out the given his chance to stick around and test which bred Blue the grounds of teaching a little more. teacher was too much for the veteran Shamrocks. Mr. next seven years of my actor. No matter for Cage, as there life in front of me that I realized I didn’t Mrs. Oshikiri and Mrs. Foerg ap- Rizik was one of the rare kids of his would surely be easier roles to butcher want to do it. I just wasn’t passionate proached him and asked about his plans grade to go to U of D instead of Catholic for the next year. At that point, Mr. about it.” in his future. As for Mr. Rizik, however, Central. Rizik was a little unsure. “I wouldn’t be a teacher at any other Following his realization, “I sort of Regarding his first go-around at The school.” was in a period of limbo. I didn’t know He replied, “I was thinking about pos- High (as a student), Mr. Rizik spoke sibly going into research, I was rethink-

By Alden Kane ‘16 By Adam Hale ‘16

time with his family and was an avid never be brave enough to do. H is personality is so electric that he basketball player. He is an aficionado of M r. Miner was an addition cannot touch metal without the risk of Los Angeles Times crossword puzzles. to U of D Jesuit this year and will serve Mr. Miner is now about halfway through electrocuting someone else. He has a His favorite book is Awareness: The three years of his regency at the school his time as a Jesuit Novice. After his voice so soothing that he once sang Perils and Opportunities of Reality by teaching social three years at U of D, he plans to move Frank Sinatra to sleep. He is the most Fr. Anthony De Mello. His favorite film studies. to Berkley, Cali- interesting man in the world. is El Norte, an independent film about fornia or Boston youths in the Guatemalan Civil War, He attended col- College to contin- Few figures are as iconic at U of D as which he used to teach in his Spanish lege at Lewis Uni- ue his journey in Mr. Hassett, counselor extraordinaire, classes. His favorite comedy is Young versity and enjoyed theology. expert in Spanish, and semi-professional Frankenstein. his time there. comedian. Mr. Hassett is a man who is Through his col- At U of D, he is truly dedicated to the happiness of eve- lege years, he de- involved in coach- ry student at The High. cided that he want- ing football and ed to go into busi- basketball and en- A product of St. Patrick’s Elementary ness. After his col- joys working with School in Wyandotte, Mr. Hassett con- lege graduation, he the athletes. tinued his Catholic education at Gabri- worked for multi- Coaching is some- el Richard High School. Mr. Hassett ple companies and thing that he had a dream –– to attend Notre Dame primarily worked would like to be University –– and refused to be de- in the sales depart- apart of later in terred in achieving this goal. After at- ment. He enjoyed life as well. tending Western Michigan University working in sales for three semesters, Mr. Hassett trans- but described a “My deepest pas- ferred to Notre Dame and graduated feeling of sions are studying with a Bachelor’s of Business Admin- “emptiness” he felt politics and faith. I istration in marketing in 1977. After after every long day of work. would like to find working for a couple of years, he out how they can be integrated to work moved to New Orleans and met his This feeling of emptiness, along with his together in the world,” Mr. Miner said. wife. The couple entered the Peace recent passing away of his godfather, Corps in Belize, where Mr. Hassett who was a priest, led him to rethink his Mr. Miner is very interested in working started a blood donor service and de- path in life. He had always been interest- with refugees through a program with cided that he desired to teach Spanish. ed in the Jesuits, but he set out to learn the Jesuits called JRS. He said that he more about them and to figure out how could see himself working in the JRS in the future and that it has been a program In 2001, Mr. Hassett earned his degree What makes Mr. Hasset the most inter- he could get involved. in clinical counseling, moving on from that has interested him for quite some his fifteen-year career as a Spanish esting man in the world is his commit- The Jesuits filled the emptiness that he time now. teacher. Although he said he loved ment to assisting the students of this was feeling in his corporate life, and he teaching Spanish, Mr. Hassett added: “I phenomenal school. He rightfully de- decided to give it a chance. This was a Mr. Miner said, “I think I could use my absolutely love what I do right now and scribes the counseling department as difficult time in his life and at the time business background to help me with I wouldn’t think of going back.” “extremely gifted” and says that it is he wasn't sure if the decision to join the administrative work, specifically at a novitiate was the right one. The coura- genuine privilege to work among the Jesuit high school. I could see myself as On top of being an excellent counselor, geous choice of leaving a comfortable Mr. Hassett often rides his bike to other counselors at U of D. job in sales to start his mission with the a president of a school in the future.” school. Additionally, he enjoys spending Jesuits is an act that most people will Page 3 The Cub News, December 2015 CUB LIFE

By Alex Marquis ‘18

out to support the cubs no matter the skiing. any high school makes an attempt at it, it O ne thing that separates U of D Jes- sport or athletic level. What this means When asked why he attended all is U of D Jesuit. uit from most schools in Michigan is is that they are just as likely to attend a of these athletic events that wouldn't ex- He said that U of D has had size- definitely the community that is built cross country meet or a freshman bas- actly be classified as spectator sports, he able student sections for sports like soc- around the school’s mission to be Men ketball game as a varsity football game. said, “I expect my students to care about cer, hockey, and lacrosse where you typ- for Others. This may sound ridiculous, but what what I say in the classroom, so I think ically might only get one or two students One area that truly displays this they are doing by attending these events they deserve to have me care about them to attend at other high schools, which is sense of community is athletics. With is showing that they are a man or wom- when they represent the school athleti- a testament to how U of D has the best the Cubs showing dominance in count- an for others. Freshman English and jun- cally.” student section in the state. less sports, it has allowed students, fac- ior Honors English teacher Mr. Hill is One of the big focuses this year Mr. Hill said that athletic events ulty, and alumni to all join together to one such Cub sports fanatic. of the student senate has been getting at U of D are “fun even if you don’t like support the school in an unparalleled The question that students may ask is students to come to athletics events out- sports. The bands, crowds, comradery, way. However, when most people think whether athletics are important in the side of the typical varsity football or rowdiness, and sometimes even the girls of supporting the Cubs in an athletic set- grand scheme of things. Mr. Hill stated basketball game. This initiative has been can cause the games to be fun even if ting, it usually translates into going to that you don't need to participate in ath- met with mild success, obtaining some they don’t like sports.” one or two football or basketball games letics to get a fulfilling experience at U small sections for sports like cross coun- However, he made it clear that it a year. of D Jesuit, but they can teach you im- try and tennis that your average student is not required to attend these events and Considering the delicate balance portant life goals including how to work wouldn’t attend . that it should be the student’s decision. of maintaining one’s grades, social life, with a team and how to pick yourself up When asked if there was any- Mr. Hill closed with saying that as well as any athletic activity that a stu- after a loss. thing the administration or student sen- “The UDJ faculty is pro sports,” and that dent may partake in, it's unrealistic to Despite not believing that athlet- ate could do to improve this he stated the faculty cares about every student and expect your average student or faculty ics are required to have a fulfilling expe- that he didn't see it as much of a prob- every sport. Maybe someday, every stu- member to come to every athletic event. rience at U of D, Mr. Hill still attends lem, stating “long ago it was decided dent at U of D can have the same men- While this may be the majority, there is twenty to twenty-five U of D athletic that football and basketball were to be tality towards athletics as Mr. Hill. a small group of students and faculty events a year, and in his twenty year the two main high school sports.” He that can only be described as Cub Sports teaching career, has attended a U of D added that there really isn't much that Fanatics. These are the people that come athletic event for every sport besides can be done to change that; however, if

By Ryan Cullen ‘17 By Greg Leatherwood ‘16

20th. All who participated have spoke ex- Eboigbodin. Both 6’9” big men picked any students have heard about the tremely highly of this experience, and note M ig things are in store for Cub hoops up huge division one offers over the new initiative, The Pallbearer Ministry, how great of an honor it was to have this sort B brought forward by a dedicated leadership of opportunity. this year. Already at the top of the Class summer from conferences all over the team and the Ignatian Service Corps. Juniors A prep hoops pre-season rankings, and country. and Seniors now have the chance to give Not only is the U of D community ranked ninth in the nation, it’s State back to the community and help carry the proud of its fellow cubs, but the program has championship or bust this year for the Their development over time has casket of those in need. Students serve as also gained national recognition on many guys on 7 Mile. simply been incredible, from coming in pallbearers which means that they help carry different media platforms. Major news out- from Nigeria having never played bas- the casket into the service, carry it to the lets such as CNN, The Huffington Post, and The U of D Jesuit hoops team was ketball to being two star recruits. hearse, and accompany it at the ceme- The Today Show have published articles fea- very busy this summer, primarily thanks tery. The people who receive this service are turing the burials last month. What may be to the huge commitment by Cassius The Cubs are also returning 4 other often those with nobody who can provide even more powerful from a student’s per- Winston to Michigan State University. players from last year in Alex Reeves this final comfort of a proper burial. The spective is the attention the event received on It came down to three schools that had ‘16, Cedric Mutebi ‘16, Matt Shearer program is centered to help the poor and es- social media. Twitter personality Cloyd Riv- pecially veterans who have gone unclaimed ers, a favorite of many students at U of D, been recruiting him from his freshmen ‘16, and Elijah Collins ‘18. With the by family members. The idea behind this tweeted a photo from the burials with the year: University of Pittsburg, Stanford addition of the number 1 player in 2019 program is very simple: all people should caption, “Salute the Troops. Meri- University, and Michigan Sate Universi- in the state, Julian Dozier, the Cubs are have the right to dignity, and this dignity ca.” Overall, the response from people all ty. simply destined for greatness. includes a proper burial by those who truly around the world was extremely positive and Cassius said, “I chose Michigan care. helped to exemplify the “men for others” State because of the family atmosphere. The final roster consists of Mississip- involved. Coach Izzo’s loyalty towards me has pi transfer Justin Tarplin, Kentucky Many students have attended the in- been unbelievable and he has been there formational meeting about the group, and Above all else, these homeless since the beginning.” transfer Kamani Johnson, Freshman those who have not will receive another op- veterans had people by their side in their Jalon Thomas, Vincent Manna, Zach portunity to become involved in this great Winston, and football standouts Scott program. This program will be continued final hour. Six students were able to give Another Huge reason is the breakout year after year which means all students will dignity and compassion in their greatest summers for Ike Eke and Greg Nelson, AJ Thomas, and Mike Sims. have the opportunity to take part in this time of need. The program was a tre- amazing program. Some students may ask, “why should I do this?” Senior Tom Len- mendous success and also helped to shed non, one of the co-founders of the program light on an opportunity for involvement here at U of D said of his experience: “it was within this school, but also it makes peo- such a humbling experience and opportunity ple understand that there are people out to be able to serve for a person who has giv- en so much for our country. The pallbearer there who need this help. This is not an ministry allows us, the students, to put the isolated instance, there are always people Men for Others motto into action.” Tom, who can benefit from compassion, and along with five other students had the oppor- tunity to assist at the burials of veterans on compassion is a very easy thing to pro- Octo- vide. ber Page 4 The Cub News, December 2015 School Culture

By Elijah Miller ‘16

for the first time in a long Set wise, this will be an extreme- T he U of D Theater program time. Les Miserables was ly difficult and simple set to build. Un- kicked off the Spring Musical season a very dramatic musical. like Les Miserables, the show is prop- with auditions on October 25th for Big While Big Fish has it’s oriented. There are no massive set pieces Fish. fair share of drama, it is or changes. The show is more upbeat Casting decisions have been not what the musical is and fast-paced which make the scene made. Michael Cuschieri will portray fully about. The show is change intervals much shorter. The set is Edward Bloom, Anne Koziara will por- more humorous and up- similar to the set of the 2013 spring mu- tray Sandra Bloom, Teddy Berg will beat than Les Miserables. sical, Damn Yankees. The general set- portray Will Bloom, Kendall Reid will The cast is very happy ting changes. At times you are in the portray Jenny Hill, Matthew Banka will with the selection of the city of Ashton. At other times you are in portray Karl the GIant, Andre Moon will show. Michael Cuschieri, Edward Bloom’s house. The stage will portray Amos Calloway, Isabella Valen- reworked into a film in 2003. junior and lead in both Les Miserables have many different designs which will tini will portray Josephine Bloom, Hallie Big Fish is about a man named and Big Fish, said, “Les Mis’, last year, be quite the task for the crew to handle, Williams will portray the Witch, Peter Edward Bloom and his son Will. Will was such a success and I think this show but there is nothing massive or unpleas- Moore will portray a younger Will plans to travel with his father because will be just as good.” He showed that he ant to build this year. It is highly proba- Bloom, Patrick Dunstone will portray Edward received the news that he had has a lot of confidence in the show. He ble that the crew will be able to focus Don Price, Anthony LaBuda will portray been stricken with cancer. Will is a jour- went on to say, “There’s something in more on detail this year as well as or- Zacky Price, Quintin Banks will portray nalist. Edward is a storyteller. Edward’s [Big Fish] for everyone to enjoy. It’s ganization. Dr. Banks, Jacky Bowling will portray stories often surprised Will. While in- really, really funny. It has great music. It The cast, crew, and directors are the Mermaid, Kamau Clark will portray vestigating his father’s stories, he begins is a little sad. It does tug at the heart- hoping for another big show at The the Fisherman, Anthony Seaman will to understand the man and his penchant strings a little bit, but personally I think High. So far, the cast and crew are al- portray the Ashton Mayor, and Ian for storytelling. In their journey, they it is a very touching and moving story ready working hard to make Big Fish Espiritu will portray Red Fang. The cast meet a witch, a giant, and many other with a great message. It has a very hap- their best show yet. also includes a 54 person ensemble of mystical creatures along the way. py ending.” Performance dates for Big Fish are Feb- male and females will multiple talents Big Fish is a significant change Michael has the same confidence ruary 25-27, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb- pertaining to the show. in pace for the theater program. Last in Big Fish that he had in Les Misera- ruary 28, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. The shows Big Fish is the second most mod- year, the cubs performed the student edi- bles last year. He is stoked about the ern musical the school has done. It was tion of Les Miserables. They sold out show choice and is happy to have been will be performed in the auditorium at originally a novel by Daniel Wallace each night and needed to use the over- casted as a lead. He encourages every- Thurston High School. that was published in 1998 that later was flow seating at Thurston High School one to come see the performance.

By John Ghawi ‘16

Championship Team. that solid leadership last year, it was much with a 636 series (over three games). Cam I t’s that time of the year again: bowling Last year, the UDJ bowling squad was tougher to make a championship run.” Keuning took fifth and All-Tournament season. The Cubs feel they are poised to able to win the Catholic League after los- Cam Keuning, who finished 42nd recognition with a fifth place finish after a punce after a moderately successful re- ing in the Catholic League finals the previ- in the state individually last year, went on 650 series. building season and make a run at a state ous two years. They also placed second in to say that last year was not really a disap- Cam added that the goals for the season title. their region, a feat which qualified the pointment. “While we would have liked to are the “same as always: win it all, but we The Cubs are returning four bow- team for its second ever state tournament have done better in states, the fact that we just have to take it one frame at a time and lers: seniors Cam Keuning, Keith Reid, berth. The team finished 13th in the state. finished thirteenth in the state after losing get there first.” James Jenereaux, and sophomore Ryan Coming off The High’s fourth Lloyd is pretty remarkable,” he said. There was a lot of talk during elections Reid. Seniors Lance Shackelford, Brent state championship the previous year, most In their first tournament of the sea- of supporting the boys on the lanes, and Wilkerson, Brendan Mosher, and sopho- people expected another title. Senior Cap- son, the North Farmington Early Bird tour- the squad would love to see it come to- more Ryan Kotlinski round out the varsity tain Cameron Keuning says that last year nament at Drakeshire Lanes the Cubs fin- squad. was definitely different after the gradua- ished fourth of 20 teams, and only finished gether. “We’d love to have a student sec- Two of the returning seniors, co- tion of Lloyd Lyons ’14. 20 pins out of third place. Two Cub bow- tion. It’s always nice to have the support, captains Keith Reid and Cameron Keun- “He was a great bowler as well as lers shined in this tournament in particular. and it’s even better when it’s from class- ing, were also members of the 2014 State a great leader,” Keuning said, “and without Senior Lance Shackelford placed seventh mates.”

By Cristian Gerardo-Sifuentes ‘16

By Jonah Best ‘20 pressed with U of D when she first came I n her second year at U of D here to tour the school for her two boys. gest fundraiser. The event was organized by Jesuit, Ms. Rosemary Gonzales has found W ith all the construction going Angelina Tate (Auction Coordinator), her new home. Although both of her sons when to Novi on with the science wing, U of D Jesuit did Kathy Catholic Central, she loves how the com- not hold its annual scholarship auction at Larabell-Renaud (Auction Director), and Ms. Gonzales has a major in mathematics munity that we have and that “we are all the school. Instead, the school held it Alice Barringer. The school puts on the and a minor is science at Michigan State involved in”. Downtown in the Detroit Marriott at Re- event to raise money for scholarship oppor- University and has earned her masters in naissance Center. tunities for seniors. The school accepts do- educational leadership at Eastern Michi- Some things that she was impressed by The four Honorary Chairs this year nated prizes and auctions them off in the gan University. Before U of D Jesuit, she the school was the “science wing because event that brings parents, alumni, was an teaching at Academy of Business it helps us focus on our relationship be- parents of alumni, students, and staff and Technology for eight- tween our faith and sci- for an amazing evening in support of een months until she was ence”. The High’s mission as a Catholic called to come to U of D. Jesuit School. Also, she was “impressed There was an abundance of prizes Ms. Gonzales is the Faith and proud that guys are at this year’s auction, including a and Service coordinator and making changes in the week in Breckenridge, Colorado in a has taken a huge role of world so early in their custom log home, a South African making sure that the faith in careers” especially this Safari for two, and four tickets to the this school is strong with year senior class because Exclusive New Lions Tunnel Club. her ideas. “this class is making their The students of U of D played a mark before they have major role in the auction, as they do Her role in working with left the school” mention- every year. After purchasing or rent- Dr. Gall in the campus min- ing Alden Kane and his all came from the Class of 1971. They were ing a tuxedo, they performed a variety of istry and Mr. Wilson in the contributions. Colleen and Ted Degenhardt, Mindy and helpful tasks, such as greeting at the front Ignatious Service office is Pat Howe, Nancy and Bill McDevitt, and doors, setting the tables beforehand, taking big especially since it is her Sherry and Jeff Seregny. These extremely coats, picking up packages, and more. In Ms. Gonzales is very happy to be apart of second year grading senior service papers the U of D Jesuit community and dedicated supporters and alumni gave a past years, upwards of 300 students have and help organizing school masses. speech of their long history and dedication helped out at the auction. “considered this my dying in heaven job to our school at the Patron Party, which was The auction this year proved to be a great Her transition from her previous job to and would want it to stay my job as long held in October at the Detroit History Mu- success, and the change of scenery made it her first year at U of D was “smooth be- as they want me”. seum. all the better. cause I was really a Jesuit before I knew The auction is a big thing for U of it” and that she has always been im- D, like Open House. It is the school’s big- Page 5 The Cub News, December 2015 Happy Holidays

By Adam Hale ‘16

Connor is given a list of names and By Connor Hamm ‘16 P eople celebrate the Thanksgiv- addresses to visit and deliver the ing Holiday in many different ways. meals. large tree, it is what the Delaney family Connor Hamm ‘16 and his family T he Delaney family is as much a U does with it that makes it special. Every go above and beyond on holidays “There is no other way that I of D family as any. Putting five boys year, they get together as a family and like Thanksgiving by participating would like to spend my holidays,” through The High is no small feat. If decorate this tree. You will never see a in the charity organization “Meals Connor said. His role is to call each you know the Delaneys, you know they prettier holiday tradition than the on Wheels.” of the people on the list to inform are one big, crazy, and happy family. If Delaney Christmas tree. them of when the food will be deliv- you add Christmas into the mix, things Kyle Delaney, a senior at U of “Meals on Wheels” is a charity ered. get even happier, and a whole lot crazi- D, said, “My mom loves to decorate this service that provides elderly people er. tree. She puts a lot of time and effort with meals. Money is donated to the Connor said, “This charity With every coming holiday season getting all of the decorations ready for charity and food is collected and means a lot to my family and me, comes the necessity of a Christmas tree, the family to begin making the tree spe- placed at the pick up location. Since and we will continue to deliver and for some families, this means going cial.” it was introduced in the United meals on holidays. I look forward to and chopping down a real one. If you Once the tree is completed, you might States in 1954, it has spread rapidly meeting new people and the smiles have ever been to the Delaney's house, think you are in downtown New York, across the country and is not availa- we receive make it all worth it. To you know about the big room. The big Detroit, or Chicago when you look at it. ble in nearly every community in me, there is no better time to volun- room consists of, well, a big room, but There is no prettier sight then a glowing America. “Meals on Wheels” has teer than holidays.” After all of the also a noticeably high ceiling. With a Christmas tree, and this one definitely almost two million volunteers just meals have been delivered, they tall ceiling, you guessed it, comes a gi- shines brightest. In the words of Adam like Connor’s family that provide head home to celebrate the holiday. gantic tree. Delaney ‘16, “It really is something spe- happiness and comfort to people “My favorite part about Thanksgiving But this tree is far more than just a cial.” everywhere. after our time with “Meals on Wheels” is spending time with family,” Hamm said. Connor and his family get in the “It is one of my favorite holidays be- car and make their way to the cause I enjoy good food and time with pickup location in Detroit. They pick up a certain amount of meals family members that I do not usually get and deliver them to people from all to see.” over the metropolitan Detroit area. By John Ghawi ‘16

Hispanic heritage intertwines with By Trey Matthews ‘18 A s the Christmas season ap- his Christmas dinner. He talked proaches quickly, we all start to about how, along with some of the It’s coming, it’s here, it’s wrestling sea- Q: How did you feel about your year per- think of our favorite foods to eat more traditional foods, ham, crois- son for U of D! Even though wrestling sonally? during this wonderful time. Be- sants, salad, and mac and cheese, may not be the most popular winter sport, NT: Overall, I was very happy with it. cause U of D is so diverse, every- his family also eats tamales and it’s still a good time to get out there and You know, it was my first year I didn’t one eats different Christmas meals, Mexican rice with their ham. support your fellow Cubs. As a new win too many matches. But, I did get from the traditional Christmas ham He said, “we’ve always had wrestler myself, I am excited for this sea- two pins, and I won on points, one to fried chicken, pork chops, and tamales, homemade by my mom son. It’s not only me, but it’s also the rest time. So, you know, and I wrestled var- of team that’s excited for this year. I sity the whole year. My weight class even tamales. and grandma, it’s just a tradition spoke to junior wrestler, Noah Tylutki, was a tough weight class at 189 [lbs.]. Elijah Miller, Class of 2016, we have.” on his thoughts of the wrestling team this But, you know, it was fun; the camara- described his Christmas meal with Henry Ghawi, Class of year: derie and all that with the guys. And items including collard greens, 2021, described how his Palestini- Q: What are your opinions on the just learning, and getting into shape. turned greens, cabbage, string an heritage intervenes in his [upcoming] wrestling season? So, overall I thought it was a good year beans, black beans, mac and Christmas Dinner. He talked about NT: It should be an exciting year. You for me. know we got a lot of new guys this cheese, candied yams, corned beef, a long with the traditional ham, year, but we also have some experience Q: Any advice for people who plan to turkey, ribs, fried chicken, roasted there is brown rice with lamb, Fa- [guys]. I can’t wait for this year, I’m wrestle this year? chicken, lamb chops, and ham. tush Salad, and some Arabic des- really looking forward to it. NT: If you can, stick with it. You He explained the lamb serts, including khanafi and know, it’s just the camaraderie is chops, and said, “my family enjoys mamul. Q: Did last year go as well as expected? there, and also have fun. That’s the NT: Well, last year about half the team number one thing about sports just to lamb chops, and they are even bet- He said, “it is truly amazing was new. We did a good job with guys have fun, and it’s a great opportunity ter fried.” It is truly a personal how my heritage and the present we had, even though we didn’t have to do that. twist on a classic meal. typical Christmas meal can com- that much experience. You know, it Cristian Gerardo-Sifuentes, bine to create something so unique was a learning year, and I thought we If you can, try to make the first meet Class of 2016, explains how his and delicious.” did pretty well. Just from the experi- which is on December 10th at 5:30 in the ence we had. main gym. Let’s hope for a good wres- tling season this year Cubs!

By Brian Houghton ‘16

On Thanksgiving, Adam’s moth- where to put the food that they have ar- After talking to his relatives, Ad- A dam Hale, a senior at University of er wakes him up with the aroma of his rived with. He likes this job of setting am builds a bonfire outside with his Detroit Jesuit High School, celebrated favorite food being cooked for break- up the table and welcoming his relatives cousins. Adam says he has fun at the his Thanksgiving by spending quality fast, egg casserole. This became a tradi- because it “requires little effort and isn't bonfires with his cousins because they time with his family and enjoying the tion when Adam, as a young boy, told as worrisome as cooking or cleaning the are boy scouts and “build some of the normal traditions. his mother that egg casserole was his rooms in the house”. best bonfires he has ever seen”. Adam Adam loves Thanksgiving be- favorite food. Egg casserole is delicacy After everyone arrives at Ad- admires how big they are along with cause it allows him to catch up with his to Adam because he believes that it “is am’s house all of his relatives stand to- how long they last. extended family and enjoy the many carefully put together and made with gether and pray before their meal. After the bonfire hits its prime, wonderful foods that everyone prepares. love” by his mother. Throughout the meal, everyone Adam and his cousins roast marshmal- Adam’s favorite food is the stuffing that After getting out of bed he races is usually quiet and passes the plates lows together and talk about the dinner. his aunt prepares to go with the turkey. down stairs along with his brother to around the table to each other so they When the night starts to come to He loves the stuffing because his aunt enjoy this special food. can all get some of the food. an end, Adam plays video games the has a special recipe that makes the stuff- Around noon, Adam gets When the thanksgiving feast fi- kids in his family and says goodbye to ing “a perfect texture, not soggy but also dressed and ready to greet his family nally ends Adam sits around and watch- them before walking them out. not rock hard”. and they show up to his house. He also es television with his family while they He says this is his least favorite Adam believes that within the spends this time helping his mother pre- talk about their jobs and ask him about part of the night because “saying good- next few years she will have taught him pare food and set up tables for everyone how school is going. Adam likes to do bye to family is hard” since he knows he how to make the beloved stuffing that to eat at. this because he “gets to spend time with won’t see them again for a while be- he believes “tastes so bomb and puts a As his family arrives he leads his family since he doesn't get to see cause they live far away. smile on everyone's face”. them into the kitchen and shows them them often”. Page 6 The Cub News, December 2015 Fun & Activities Pop Culture Grid

Top 5 movies of all Best song of 2015? Best TV show of 2015? Best athletic moment Who is the most inter- Questions provided by time? of 2015? esting person in the anonymous student. world?

Adam Mundy ‘19 Straight Outta Comp- “Real Sisters” by Future Empire Hitting a game-winning Future ton, Selma, The Hunger home run Games, Creed, Red Tails

LeAndre Turner ‘19 Avengers: Age of Ul- “March Madness” by South Beach Tow Andre Drummond Bruce Lee tron, Norbit, Ted 2, Future crossing over Chris Paul Little Rascals, Like Mike

2 Fast 2 Furious, Get Dorian Hill ‘18 Hard, Rise of the Planet “Alright” by Kendrick Power Unknown receiver Me of the Apes, I am Leg- Lamar touchdown in NFL end, Napoleon Dyna- mite

Luciano Marcon ‘17 The Godfather, The “Renegades” by X Am- Daredevil Kriztian Nemeth’s goal Mr. Hill Dark Knight, Monsters bassadors against the Portland Inc., Ghostbusters, Star Timbers Wars: Episode VI

Empire Strikes Back, Mark Wenderski ‘16 Die Hard, Captain “All You Are is History” Flash MSU beating OSU No one knows America: the Winter by State Champs Soldier, The Departed, Caddy Shack

Die Hard, Empire Mr. Spilker ‘93 Strikes Back, Ghost- Were there any? Daredevil Cameron’s 300 Mr. Hassett busters, Raiders of the

Lost Ark, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure

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