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Spring Break in Suriname: Expanding Concordia’s CUI Speech international studies program into the Amazon Presents: DANIELLE WALKER and how they impact those hospitality, the way that we Currently, the programs STAFF WRITER Night before who live there. see and share foods and are in Africa, China, Over spring break, a team Other special that humans are all a part Southeast Asia, North nationals of students and faculty took opportunities included of nature.” He emphasized America and South off on a 10 day adventure meeting with local family the importance of getting America. Williams is to the Amazon. The group and friends of Dr. Williams, back to one’s roots and looking to expand the TAYLOR STICKLE visited Suriname, South touring elementary schools understanding where program to Suriname STAFF WRITER America to grow their and talking with political everything comes from. For because “it offers another intercultural experience and dignitaries of the tribes. those interested in tours location for students who On April 3, 2018 from gain knowledge of the tribes These special experiences with Majokko, visit his are interested in studying 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the living within the rainforest tribal cultures,” Williams DeNault Auditorium, your of the country. said. Williams also Concordia Speech Team Dr. Cheryl Williams, explained that Suriname is will be hosting their “Night Vice President of untapped, has a naturalistic Before Nationals” Spring International Cultural aspect and has yet to be Showcase. The showcase is Relations and Intercultural touched by westernization. sure to be an entertaining Communications professor Jennifer Woods, junior, evening with multiple at Concordia, also used attended the trip and performances ranging the trip to help expand enjoyed getting to know from drama to persuasion. Concordia’s Masters of the locals and learning And the best part is: it’s International Studies about everything the jungle free! program to include a visit to had to offer. Woods said Concordia’s speech Suriname. that her biggest takeaway team has been working The trip highlighted not was “to make the best of hard all year to qualify and only the culture, but also the every situation, because prepare for the American beauty of nature. The group everyone needs to get Forensics Association was taken on a historical comfortable [with] being National Individual Events tour through Paramaribo uncomfortable.” Woods Tournament (AFA-NIET), to better understand the said she would consider which has been held rich history and beauty of studying under the masters annually since 1972. the land. They were also program in Suriname, Due to its rigorous able to zipline through the especially after herqualification procedures rainforest and over the experience. and more exclusive Suriname river. Williams said that field of competition, the The group was culturally “Students should AFA-NIET is one of the Sensi Majokko (tour guide), Trishelle Daly, Michael Daly, Steven Rodriguez (head of hardest national speech immersed within the tribes, security at Concordia), Danielle Walker (student, senior), Cecilia Wong (Concordia consider a degree within whose ancestors came from staff, retired) Jennifer Wood (student, junior), Dr Cheryl Williams, Kenny Williams, international studies tournaments available for Boats man-Eddie escaped African slaves because organizations and collegiate competition. who were brought to the allowed everyone to website https://sangfoo- companies are looking for At the AFA-NIET country by Dutch settlers see cultural differencesexpeditions.com people who have a global last year, Eagle’s Speech to work their plantations. firsthand. Dr. Williams has been mindset.” Experiencing a spread their wings and The Concordia contingent Sensi Majokko, a visiting the interior since culture outside of one's own soared from 20th place traveled by boat down freelance jungle expedition 1993 to research and learn is extremely important, in the nation to 9th. This the Suriname river to tour guide from the interior more about the intercultural because it invites the chance year, they are hoping to experience the way the of Suriname, was one of communication among the to relate to other cultures defend their title as a top locals typically travel in and the guides who took the tribes. Williams is looking and understand other ways 10 program as they take out of the interior of the group through the jungle to expand the Masters of life. As Dr. Williams on schools such as George rainforest. and enriched them with the of International Studies. would say, “Culture rocks!” Mason, Bradley, University While in the interior, tribes’ history and culture. “This program is a 16 to For more information of Texas at Austin, Western the group was able to Majokko prides himself on 18 month online program on studying abroad visit Kentucky and Eastern experience the day to day the history of his ancestors’ that involves a three https://www.cui.edu/en- Michigan. lives of the tribes. It began escape and his ability to week cultural experience us/academicprograms/ For those who are with a medicinal walk survive within the jungle. program that can pretty programs-abroad/Study- unfamiliar – competitive through the jungle learning Majokko said, “I want much be anywhere in the Abroad speech is a variety of about plants, trees, animals people to know about our world,” Williams said. Continued on p. 7 2 ASCUI Corner March 23, 2018 Suitcase Bingo and Rock the Amp: An update on student events MADDY HAASE ASCUI SECRETARY

With the last month of ended with the grand prize: and their might even be school a week away, the a 2-night stay in San Diego an appearance by a sports pressure of school work, including food and two team. tests and papers can be tickets to the San Diego Auditions were held this crazy high. But through Zoo. Congrats to all the past week so make sure you all the stress, different winners and the awesome don’t miss your chance to leadership groups are prizes that they were able to see some amazing talent, sit putting up awesome events take home! under the stars and enjoy to enjoy around campus. Rock the Amp is the some refreshments with Two of these large events are next big upcoming event friends. Great events are Suitcase Bingo and Rock the on campus. Rock the Amp happening constantly, so Amp. is a talent show held in the make sure you check your Suitcase Bingo took place amphitheater and is set email, look out for Toilet this past Friday on March for April 13. This is a time Talks, and if you live on 16 in The Caf. The room Courtesy of Google to see how much talent campus, watch out for new was packed with students Concordia has and cheer door-decks to see all the crowding around tables event and get excited to These were just a few of on fellow classmates. There awesome events that many and sitting on floors. Before participate in it every year. It the items featured in the are a lot of amazing singers, great groups are hosting on that, the line started at The is a great way to get students many baskets. The night cool mash-ups, beatboxing campus. Caf’s entrance stretched all involved and to give away the way to the gym doors in awesome prizes.” the breezeway. Megan Clift, There were eight junior, said, “It is really cool differently themed baskets to see how many come to in total. Each basket was a this event. So many different mix of smaller items with groups [are] represented. a single big-ticket offering There is not just one group to complete the package. of people that this event The Sports Basket had attracts.” an Apple Watch in it; the The prize baskets are a big College Survivor Basket part of the event’s appeal. had a Kindle Fire and This year, each basket was Patagonia backpack in it; worth anywhere from $300- the Music basket had Beats $400. Jessica James, one of Headphones and a record this year’s Student Activities player; the Adventure Coordinators explained, basket had a GoPro; and the “The event was great! Many Subscription basket had a people know about the TV and Amazon fire stick. Rock the Amp Audition poster

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TRISTAN SELF & KATHERINE VARGAS STAFF WRITERS “I am really looking because we all support and and continue to grow as a As the team is coming forward to the rest of our cheer for each other and it is program.” As for her and to their final stretch of the The Women’s Volleyball games and getting revenge a good vibe,” said Auten. her partner, Riley Gill, they season, it is very clear that Team is a little over halfway on teams we have already Sophomore, Avery “want to work on playing once they step into the sand done with their season after played,” senior, Kyra Auten Keathley, said, “We’ve really together and be cohesive they are ready to dominate recent wins over Colorado said. “Our practices have stepped up our level of and competitive no matter and deliver. The beach Mesa, Cal State L.A. and been focused on competing competition this year and who we play,” said Gill. volleyball team will be Vanguard University. Head the past week, so it will be it’s fun to be competing at Freshman Vanessa competing at Irvine Valley Coach Tirah Leau stated, fun to put what we’ve been a higher level.” The beach Bernzen said, “I enjoy Community College Fri., “The season is going well so practicing into action.” volleyball team is a Division everyone on my team. We March 23 at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., far, and this year has really Even though this is a small II team but plays many have fun, we play and overall and 1 p.m. They will face Division I teams. Keathley have a great atmosphere three competitive schools: said, “Our coaches have going for us.” The team is 3-3 Irvine Valley, Long Beach been giving us a lot more in their program with high State and Nebraska, where tools for playing situations hopes to keep the success they hope to pick up wins. and we have been competing going. “We are competing For more information on a lot in practice.” against some big schools the beach volleyball team or The team has seven games in the next couple of weeks to look up other games and left for the season and that I believe will push us times, visit www.cuieagles. Keathley said, “We just want to become better players,” com. to play hard every game added Bernzen.

Caption: Vanessa Bernzen gets a block against Vanguard University. Courtesy of Hailey Gaines been about respecting the team with only 10 active process.” The team has been players, Auten added, “Our putting in really hard work team chemistry is great, we day in and day out, giving all get along so well and their best out on the sand. our personalities blend “Success isn’t going to come perfectly.” This is important overnight, but our focus has when getting through a been about preparation and season. “Practices and game execution,” said Leau. days are that much better Avery Keathley gets a kill with a set from her partner Kersti Whitney. Courtesy of Hailey Gaines Baseball is back Thursday March 29 JAMI DERBY SPORTS EDITOR throughout the season. ics or the San Francisco Gi- the 2018 Hall of Fame In- year’s success is the Dodg- Bleacher Report lists the ants, this season is set to be duction takes place July 29 ers, although losing Justin Baseball fans rejoice as Houston Astros, Los Ange- a good one. in Cooperstown, NY where Turner to a fractured wrist the 2018 Major League les Dodgers and New York There are many things Chipper Jones, Vladimir earlier this week. The An- Baseball season starts in less Yankees as the top three to look forward to this sea- Guerrero, Jim Thome and gels hope to ride off the suc- than one week. For the first teams in the power rankings son, including the the MLB Trevor Hoffman will be en- cess of MVP, Mike Trout, time in 50 years, all 30 teams for the season. draft taking place June 4-6, shrined into the 2018 class. who has gone all of spring will start their season on the As for the California with the Detroit Tigers set Lastly, the 2018 World Se- training without a strikeout. same day Thursday, March based teams, whether you to have the first overall draft ries will begin on Tue., Oct. Notably, the Padres landed 29. The start of the season root for the Los Angeles An- pick. The 89th annual All- 23. all-star first baseman, Eric also comes earlier than usu- gels, Los Angeles Dodgers, Star game is set to take place This year’s National Base- Hosmer after months of ex- al this year, offering a few San Diego Padres, Northern on July 17 at Nationals Park ball Hall of Fame induct- pressed interest and compe- extra days off for each team California’s Oakland Athlet- in Washington D.C. Also, ees are significant to some tition from other interested southern California teams. teams. Vladimir Guerrero will be While none of these vari- the first Angel represented ables directly affect a team’s in the hall, echoing his six record, they play a huge role seasons with the team. After in the dynamic and success barely coming up short in of the season. last year’s vote, Trevor Hoff- Whichever team you root man will enter as the third for, the next seven months member represented from are sure to provide many the San Diego Padres, after thrills and upsets, just re- 16 years of outstanding re- member there are 162 lief pitching for the team. games in the season, so pace Fields are prepared and painted to look their best on opening day, Courtesy of Google Hoping to feed off last yourself. 4 Local Interests March 23, 2018 Camps cleared, Orange County debates homeless relocation TREVOR HOPPER ing that the Anaheim Police appropriate temporary Whether or not housing in the plan involve potential STAFF WRITER & HOLLY SPENCER Department, accompanied shelter and services, effec- is provided, there are still relocations to the cities of LOCAL/GLOBAL EDITOR by Union Pacific Safety, tive outreach, and efficient homeless individuals who Irvine, Huntington Beach would be heading into the access to where people can feel they should be allowed and Laguna Niguel. How- Since 2013, the homeless area to begin clearing it out turn when they are on the to reside where they choose. ever, “The (Irvine) City population in Orange Coun- and cleaning it up. With brink of becoming home- Crystal Valiente lived by Council’s legal counsel will ty has been on a steady rise. hundreds of encampments less,” said Walker. the freight tracks for the past file a lawsuit in an effort to Along the Santa Ana River set up across the riverbed, The county’s hope for several months and recently stop this unwanted plan,” Trail, near Katella Avenue, clearing people from their positive change involves received a trespassing cita- Melissa Haley, Public Infor- approximately 700 homeless “homes” presented imme- aiding the homeless with tion—to which she was not mation Officer for the City individuals were said to be diate, and longer term, chal- this affordable, permanent pleased. “They need to leave of Irvine posted to neigh- living under the I-5 freeway lenges for the county. housing. “Studies have us alone,” said Valiente in a borhood social app Next- near the river and along the Theresa Walker, staff shown that for the chron- March interview with The door. “The lawsuit will be as train tracks recently. As the writer for The Orange ically homeless, permanent Register, “we’re not bugging aggressive as possible,” con- issue increased, the city of County Register, has been supportive housing that in- nobody.” tinued Haley. Anaheim declared a state of covering the homeless sit- cludes a place to stay and Walker recognizes the With the future of the emergency near the end of uation in Orange County, wraparound social services standpoint of the homeless, Orange County homeless 2017. specifically the Santa Ana to help them remain stable “(Homeless advocates) ar- and affected homeowners On Wed., March 14, The riverbed encampments for is the most effective and gue that it's not a crime to uncertain, Walker stresses a Orange County Register months. “The main issues cost-efficient option,” said be poor or because of other root of the issue is the lack published an article report- are housing, adequate and Walker. circumstances beyond one's of affordable housing in control end up out on the California in general. And street and then get issued a while many solutions may citation or be arrested for be proposed, “there is no illegal camping.” However, one solution and there will when crime in surround- always be some people that ing neighborhoods goes up, will remain homeless no merchants and homeowners matter how good a support petition for the removal of network you build…what the encampment, claiming works in one place may that it endangers where they not work in another, but live and do their business. the important thing is to at Orange County supervi- least take some action,” said sors voted Monday to spend Walker. $70.5 million on permanent For updates on this con- housing, as well as tempo- tinuing story, please visit rary camps for the homeless. www.ocregister.com.

Santa Ana riverbed homeless encampment prior to relocation of the homeless, Courtesy of The Orange County Register The latest advancements Girl Scout Season coming to a close TREVOR HOPPER STAFF WRITER versary, the S’mores Cookie their go-getting attitude The cookies don’t just have been a great way to was released, joining Thin and award-winning spirit as bring happy eating, they gain public support. Jocelyn At the end of this month, Mints and Samoas as a fan they sell delicious cookies. welcome new experiences. Magdeleno, senior, said, “I the Girl Scout Cookie sea- favorite. GSUSA explains, Abigail Cho, OC Chapter Sarah Cho, Abigail’s Mom love Girl Scout Cookie sea- son comes to a close. With “Over 1 million Girl Scouts Girl Scout, said, “I like sell- and OC Troop Leader, said, son. By purchasing, you get the participation of young participate in the cookie ing Girl Scout Cookies be- “Selling Girl Scout Cook- to help a young girl while girls throughout the na- program each year.” All the cause it’s fun and I get to eat ies really does teach the enjoying cookies. It doesn’t tion, Girl Scouts of the USA profits made from selling really good cookies.” Cho’s girls leadership and money get much better than that.” (GSUSA) is closing out their cookies stays with the girls. troop is rounding out their management skills.” Girls She added, “My favorite is 101st year of cookie sales. “100 percent of it—stays season with personal door- While GSUSA offers a va- within a Girl Scout council’s to-door sales. “We went all riety of programming, they local area to benefit girls and around my neighborhood “Selling Girl Scout Cookies really does are most known for their their council,” said GSUSA. to sell the cookies. It’s really teach the girls leadership and money cookies. This year, in cele- During Girl Scout Cook- fun. People really love our bration of their 101st anni- ie Season, young girls show cookies!” said Cho. management skills.” as young as kindergarten the tagalongs. Unless you are invited to join. “Though have a peanut allergy, how this troop is only in ele- can you resist a peanut but- mentary school, the girls ter coated cookie covered in learn so much. This year chocolate?” they are working towards a While the Girl Scout trip to San Francisco. That Cookie season is coming to is something I could have a close at the end of March, never afforded to do on my there is still time to find own but it’s created a great your favorite cookie. You opportunity,” said Cho. can find a cookie booth Financing group activi- near you at http://www. Girls Scouts selling at cookie booth, photo courtesy Girl Scouts of the USA ties since 1917, the cookies girlscouts.org/. March 23, 2018 Global Interests 5 Pixar fun coming to the Disneyland Resort

SAMANTHA JENSEN STAFF WRITER available in both parks for the Pixar fest, including the The Disneyland Resort new “Lamplight Lounge” is experiencing significant which combines the restau- changes this spring, many rants known formerly as revolving around the be- Cove Bar and Ariel’s Grotto loved Pixar animated films. into one. The top floor of It was announced at the D23 the lounge will have cock- Expo in the summer of 2017 tails and light meals, while that the original area of Dis- the downstairs area will ney California Adventure offer more on their menu. Park known as “Paradise The Cove Bar remains open Pier” would be re-themed until the end of May for the into “Pixar Pier” with sever- enjoyment of guests. Courtesy of Disney al different neighborhoods, Southern California res- featuring new attractions ements. placements include adding mer. The Pixar Play Parade idents are eligible to pur- and experiences based on Another new neighbor- Pixar-themed cars and a will march through Disne- chase discount tickets to Pixar’s hit films, opening hood will be based on the new coat of paint to “Mick- yland for the first time with Disneyland to experience this summer. film “Inside Out.” A new at- ey’s Fun Wheel.” The previ- a new float inspired by “The the Pixar fun until May 28. The most anticipated at- traction based on the movie ous games at the boardwalk Incredibles.” For more information in- traction coming to “Pixar will be in the location of the will consist of new games Also, a new fireworks cluding blockout dates, visit Pier” is the “Incredicoaster,” Maliboomer, an attraction centered around the films show called “Together For- https://disneyland.disney. which is a new roller coaster that closed in 2010. A third “WALL-E,” “A Bug’s Life,” ever-A Pixar Nighttime go.com/offers-discounts/ based on the film, “The In- neighborhood will be based and the Pixar short, “La Spectacular” will light up southern-california-tickets/ credibles.” This ride replac- around the “Toy Story” Luna.” the skies above Disneyland For more details and es the beloved “California films, including the already Disney California Adven- park, and will display many announcements, visit the Screaming” with an identi- popular “Toy Story Midway ture isn’t the only park join- special effects such as pro- Disney Parks Blog (https:// cal track layout to the orig- Mania” attraction, and “Jes- ing in the fun. Disneyland jections throughout the disneyparks.disney.go.com/ inal coaster, but with new sie’s Critter Carousel,” which Park will also be a part of parks, and Buzz Lightyear blog/). launch and loop technolo- replaces the former “King the Pixar Fest, a celebration flying over Sleeping Beauty gy, a new entrance queue, Triton’s Carousel.” which begins this spring, Castle. and many new theming el- Other changes and re- and runs through the sum- New food offerings will be To Stephen Hawking: A Tribute ASHLEY SANDS STAFF WRITER much in spite of such im- ence straightforward and heder said. jected religion, many of his mense challenges and still accessible for everyone. One According to Kenney, a admirable characteristics On March 14, Stephen found the humor and joy in of his most popular books, mark of a great scientist is reflect those of Jesus Christ. Hawking died in Cam- life,” Kreinheder said. “He “A Brief History of Time,” being able to make things “I am very fascinated by the bridge, England at the is also a hero of science in spoke about concepts in a understandable to individu- brilliant scientist, amaz- age of 76. Diagnosed with that he’s done all this from a simplistic manner. “I think als outside of science. “That ing human being, with so amyotrophic lateral sclero- position of disability rather the world of science was takes an enormous depth of many noble attributes, who sis (ALS) at the age of 21, than giving up and retreat- forever changed by his abil- understanding and aware- looked at reality in such a Hawking lived decades lon- ing,” Kenney said. ity to make his understand- ness to be able to do that,” way that God is not in the ger than expected. Having published several ing available to scientists Kenney said. picture,” Kenney said. If According to Dr. John books, Hawking made sci- and lay people alike,” Krein- Although Hawking re- Kenney could have a con- Kenney, Professor of Chem- versation with Hawking, istry, Hawking made a pro- he would have asked “Why found impact on the world. don’t you believe? Why “His most significant one don’t you find the evidence was making science acces- of the Gospel compel- sible to the general public, ling?” whether scientists are not,” His existence proves that Kenney said. “He is the most one person can change the human of human scientists world. “He made a phenom- because he worked with his enal impact on both the sci- disability and had to think entific community and cul- differently.” ture in general,” Kreinheder Over the course of his life, said. “I think Hawking’s im- Hawking made significant pact reaches far beyond the contributions to science and realm of scientific explora- inspired the world with the tion. He inspired everyone way he made the most out of to explore the wonder and life. Junior Madison Krein- beauty in the world,” Krein- heder said, “He showed me heder said. that even though the world “He was willing to share and life may severely limit his understanding with the us, ultimately we control our world in spite of his physical life story. He truly inspired limitations, which made his me and countless others to impact all the more unique, persevere.” relatable, and inspirational,” “It’s amazing to think that Kreinheder mused. one person accomplished so Stephen Hawking, Courtesy of Google 6 Arts March 23, 2018 “Ten Days in a Madhouse” Guides the audience through asylum CHARLOTTE WAITE STAFF WRITER

On Sat., March 17, Con- cordia’s Studio Theatre was full of anticipation for the play “Ten Days in a Mad- house,” adapted and di- rected by professor Tony Vezner. This was the first of six performances for the production, and it certainly left people wanting to come back and watch it again and again. Due to its serious sub- ject matter, the play is ad- vised for audiences 17 and older. Set in 1887, the story follows Nellie Bly into the Blackwell Island Asylum. Bly, a young and aspiring New York reporter, declares herself insane and uses this Courtesy of CUI Theatre ploy to get an insider’’s look into the asylum. house,” said Dee Gochan- tech week.” There are still three per- at (949) 214-3418 or boxof- The play is based on actu- our, freshman. “The direc- The hard work definitely formances: Fri., March 23 [email protected]. al reports of her experience tor came out after the play, paid off. “Everything from and Sat., March 24 at 7:30 Other productions on and is not for the faint of though, to talk about the the acting to the scenery, p.m., as well as Sun. March the Theatre’s calendar in- heart. As stated in Concor- issues that were addressed lighting and effects was 25 at 2:00 p.m. However, clude “Student Directed dia’s Theatre synopsis, “Her and about half the audience great and done really well,” tickets go fast and sell out One Act Plays.” These will harrowing account of life stayed [to listen].” Gochanour said. Gochan- easily. Tickets are free for be performed April 26, 27, in the asylum and the mis- The cast and staff of “Ten our thought the effects used Concordia students, facul- 28, at 7:30 p.m. and April 29 treated women there creat- Days in a Madhouse” devot- to portray the sexual assault ty and staff. There are also at 2:00 p.m. As well as a free ed a new standard in inves- ed weeks to the production. were especially effective. $15 general admission tick- production of “Complete tigative journalism but may “Rehearsals began at the “The process of adjust- ets and $12 seniors and stu- Works of William Shake- have cost her more than we beginning of February and ing the script and working dents tickets for those who speare” which is a comedic k n ow.” lasted about 4 hours each with the cast to shape and do not attend or work at mash-up of several Shake- Bly’s journalism exposed day up until Spring Break,” deliver such a powerful per- Concordia. They are avail- spearean plays into one. cases of sexual assault and said Timothy Meylor, As- formance about Nellie Bly's able for purchase online by This will be performed May abuse within the asylums, sistant Stage Manager. journey has been absolutely clicking on the event “Ten 26, 27, 29 and June 2, 3 at and the play confronts both “Whereupon the free days fascinating,” Meylor said. Days in a Madhouse” on 4:30 p.m. of these issues. “There were allowed for longer rehears- “I would definitely go Concordia’s website or by a lot of tears throughout the ing times as we moved into again,” Gochanour said. contacting the Box Office The Golden Globes: A brief review

MIRANDA KRAUSE & CATALINA ing, Missouri,” won best perfor- no worries. It was very unique Cecil B. DeMille Award accep- industry have been standing SALAZAR STAFF WRITERS mance by an actress in a motion and heartwarming. Definitely a tance speech. The speech was up to sexual assault and harass- picture- drama and best screen- must-see film.” powerfully in support of com- ment in greater numbers than The 75th Golden Globe play, respectively. The lead actress in “Lady ing forward against sexual as- before. "For too long, women Awards took place at The Bev- Gary Oldman from the film Bird,” Saoirse Ronan, won the sault and harassment in the film have not been heard or believed erly Hilton, in Beverly Hills, CA “Darkest Hour” won best per- Golden Globe for best actress industry. Coming from Oprah, if they dared to speak their truth on Jan., 7, 2018. This event is to formance by an actor in a mo- in a motion picture for musical this sends a strong, encouraging to the power of those men. But honor the best in film and tele- tion picture- drama. Guillermo or comedy films, while “Lady message. their time is up," Winfrey said. vision for releases in 2017 and del Toro who directed “The Bird’s” screenplay author, Greta "Speaking your truth is the If you’re looking for more was hosted by Seth Meyers. “I Shape of Water” won best direc- Gerwig, received a nomination most powerful tool we all have," information on Golden Globes was in awe with such a mag- tor. And Oprah Winfrey won for best in screenplay. said Winfrey. "I am especially 2018, go to https://www.gold- nificent event. Everyone always the Cecil B. DeMille Award. “I watch the Golden Globes proud of all of the women who englobes.com/winners-nomi- looks red carpet ready,” said, There are also awards for best ever year,” said Jensen. “I love have felt strong enough and em- nees/2018 for lists of nominees Eldy Gomez, junior. television series and for the ac- seeing what the celebrities are powered enough to speak up and winners. Of course, catch Some of the most nota- tors cast in them. wearing and hearing which and share their personal stories. up on your shows/movies if you ble wins of the Golden Globes “I was so happy when the films or television shows win Each of us in this room are cele- haven’t seen the film and televi- were “Three Billboards Out- film ‘Lady Bird’ won best mo- what award. I also love hearing brated because of the stories we sion nominees and winners yet. side Ebbing, Missouri” winning tion picture for musical or com- the speeches the winners give. tell and this year, we became the Next year’s Golden Globes best motion picture for dra- edy,” said Kat Jensen, senior. “It’s They can be well thought out or story." event will be held in January ma. Frances McDormand and a hilarious coming of age story hilariously unprepared.” In the wake of the Harvey 2019 to commemorate the best Martin McDonagh, both from about a high school senior in One of the highlights of the Weinstein ripple and #MeToo of film and television of this up- “Three Billboards Outside Ebb- 2002. I won’t spoil it for you, night was Oprah Winfrey’s 2018 movement, women of the film coming year. March 23, 2018 Everything Eagles 7 CUI Speech Presents: Night before nationals Continued from p. 1 different events that fall into The preparation time three categories: varies depending upon Interpretation: Thiswhich event the speaker is category features memorized competing in. Regardless speeches constructed around of the category, speakers an argument chosen by competing in limited the speaker. Depending on preparation are given seven which specific interpretation minutes per speech. event it is, the speaker will Platform: This category make selections of poetry, features memorized prose, drama and/or song speeches written and lyrics that personifies the performed by the speaker. speaker’s argument through These speeches include theatrical performance and Informative and Persuasive storytelling. speaking, which should Interpretation offers the sound familiar to anyone Eagle's Speech Team at the 2018 HFO National Tournament at University of Texas at Austin (Photo cred: Coach Angelica Grigsby) most dramatic speeches who has taken a basic public and run a maximum of 10 speaking course. and attempt to analyze must equal eight or less. events to compete with. minutes each. Other speech types the quality or effect of a For an example: if person The “Night Before Limited Preparation: in this category include: specific artifact’s rhetorical X places first, second, and Nationals” Showcase is This category featuresAfter Dinner Speaking,significance. fourth in Informative at the perfect opportunity unmemorized speeches. where speakers deliver Competition in three different tournaments, for you to come out and The speaker is given a topic, a comedic speech on a speech works a lot like then person X has qualified enjoy an evening full of free quotation, image, object, topic of their choosing, competition in Track & Informative to the AFA- entertainment and show etc. and has anywhere from and Communication Field. Competitors can NIET (1 + 2 + 4 = 7). your support for the Eagle’s 2-30 minutes to prepare Analysis, where speakers compete in several different However, if person X Speech team. their speech. provide a research question events of their choice, and had placed second, third, For more information as they advance through and fourth in Informative about “Night Before competition as individuals, at those same tournaments, Nationals” and to stay the speakers gain points then person X has not updated with what the that contribute to the team qualified Informative to the performances will be: overall. AFA-NIET (2 + 3 + 4 = 9). https://www. In order for a competitor Each competitor must meet facebook.com/ to qualify for an event at the qualification requirements events/1567615563350566/ AFA-NIET, that event must for each of their events. For more information make it to the final round of AFA-NIET allows each about CUI Forensics: a tournament a minimum school to bring no more of three times throughout than 66 qualified events https://www.cui.edu/ the year. When adding up per team. This year, Eagle’s academicprograms/ Eagle's Speech Team at the 2018 District 1 Nationals Qualifier at Cal State San Francisco the three placements that Speech will be taking a undergraduate/forensics (Photo cred: Coach Angelica Grigsby) event has received, the total grand total of 64 qualified Right Around the Corner: Looking forward to graduation ASHLEY GLICK & TAYLOR TOUCH- STONE lege I attended, and I will attending, please RSVP no said, “I’m so excited to at- more information for the STAFF WRITERS forever cherish my memo- later than April 25. tend the breakfast and bac- discounts on www.cui.edu/ ries here.” Concordia will also be calaureate service before graduation. Last Monday on March Concordia graduate, hosting a Baccalaureate ser- graduation. I feel like it is a The commencement 19, the Registrar's Office Amanda Johnson, has start- vice which will take place at good opportunity to spend ceremony on May 5 will hosted “Grad Fest!,” an ed graduate school at San Concordia’s chapel on May time with friends and fami- include speeches from pro- event designed to celebrate Marcos for Occupational 5 at 10 a.m. This is a chance ly before we graduate.” fessors, staff, faculty and Concordia’s seniors, pass Therapy school but she is to come worship and social- If you have family and students. Then, each grad- out regalia, and get peo- walking in the spring grad- ize with family and friends friends that are coming for uate will be able to walk ple excited for the big day. uation ceremony. “I am so before graduation. After the the whole weekend of grad- across stage to grab their Graduation falls on May 5 happy that I chose Concor- service, there will be snacks uation, Concordia offers diploma. at 1 p.m. at the Bren Events dia. I feel like Concordia provided. discounts for the Hilton Congratulations to the Center on the University of really prepared me for the Kathrine Jensen, senior, Garden Inn. You can find Class of 2018! California Irvine’s campus. material I have been study- Students can invite as many ing in graduate school,” guests as they like because said Johnson. “I will keep there are no tickets. in touch with my professors Many of the seniors are and friends that I’ve grown excited to graduate and be- close to.” gin the next stages of their Before graduation starts, lives. Annie Wilshire, se- there will be a senior break- nior, is excited to graduate fast, hosted by the Office of and says “Concordia was Alumni & Family Relations the best decision I have ever at 9 a.m. on the CU Center made. [It was] the third col- Patio. If you are planning on Courtesy of Google 8 Showcase March 23, 2018 "Black Panther" Rises: A box office success and so much more GIOVANNI BRITO & film also incorporates the ESMERALDA CARDENAS STAFF WRITERS culture and controversies of life as an African-American. Marvel’s latest treasure, This is especially prominent "Black Panther" was one of when the people of Wakan- the most anticipated mov- da begin to recognize the ies of early 2018. Since its injustice some black com- release on Feb. 16, it has munities endure. been on a constant rise by And the film’s timing marking new milestones. could not have been better. According to Forbes Mag- With the rising movement azine, "Black Panther" be- and hashtags like #blackex- came the seventh movie to cellence, the film becomes pass $600 million in North an emblem of what is pos- America, breaking the box sible when we present real office for its fifth weekend issues in works of art. in a row. The film is based in pres- The movie is focused on ent time. Wakanda is fic- T’Challa who is the new tional representation of an King of Wakanda, a techni- Africa unravaged by slav- cally-sophisticated and se- ery and war. It is a vision of cret African nation. As king, what could have been and a T’Challa carries the man- future to strive for. tle of the "Black Panther" The movies soundtrack and protects the country's added yet another element hidden resources from the of “Black Panther” buzz. Re- world. leased on Feb. 9 it continues Superhero movies to- to turn heads on the radio. day have always had great Rap artist, Kendrick La- blockbuster success, howev- mar, curated the album er, "Black Panther’s" success and features in four of the far surpassed the box office. songs himself. Other talents The film’s flourishing Afro- that are featured include futurism brought out a lot of SZA, Future, Travis Scott, talent in the film industry. The Weeknd and Khalid. The nation of Wakanda Lamar even handpicked a was completely developed few South African artists to on screen. From the culture make contributions includ- to the lifestyles to the stun- ing, Babes Wodumo, Yugen ning costumes, Wakanda Blakrok, Saudi and Sjava. felt truly advanced. “I loved Overall, the film is very the way they brought out the impactful for many reasons culture within the designs including the culture, the and the different tribes that timing in which it came out were included,” said Vic- and its transition to the big toria Garcia, sophomore. screen. So next time you go Black Panther movie poster, Courtesy of Google “The movie was really good. out to watch “Black Pan- I went to watch it twice.” ther,” just remember that al- The film's African inspi- though it is a modern movie rations are clear to see, but it carries ancient roots to the it doesn’t stop there. The core.

Michael B. Jordan as Erik Killmonger, Courtesy of Google Letitia Wright as Shuri, Courtesy of Google