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Wednesday March 25, 2020 | Vol. 64, No. 3 In This Issue...... News...... 2 Gator Life...... 5 Pandemic reaches Houston Arts and Entertainment....10 By Lauren Anderson At least 166 peo- spread of the disease. One event that suffered due to cautions to limit the spread ple have been affected by of these events was the In- the spread of the virus. of the disease. As Turner COVID-19 in the Houston ternational Energy Confer- The city of Houston and said, health and safety area. ence. Usually about 5,000 the Houston Health De- concerns take priority over World Health people attend and dele- partment ordered for the Organization (WHO) has gates from over 80 coun- Rodeo to close for the first “Lives over money.” officially declared this -vi tries meet at the event, but time in the 88 years that it - Mayor Sylvester rus as a pandemic, as it is this year Houston will lose has existed. a worldwide issue. Despite millions of dollars due The Rodeo has an Turner Can Sanders reverse it being categorized as a to the cancellation of the estimated $227 million the War on Drugs? pandemic, WHO states conference that could have impact on Houston’s econ- entertainment and econo- see News, Page 4 that there is no need for created opportunities for omy annually. The deci- my. panic, as they are assess- business in Houston. sion to cancel the Houston COVID-19 is a ing and gaining knowledge However, Mayor Rodeo came about in respiratory illness that of the virus. They have Sylvester Turner stated reaction to the emergency can spread from person to that the safety and health health declaration signed person. The first signs of “All countries can still of Houstonians is more by Turner on March 11. this disease were identi- important than the loss of On March 16, fied in Wuhan, China. The change the course of money. Turner called an emergen- symptoms are shortness of this pandemic.” “We, of course, cy city council meeting breath, fever, and cough. would be losing about a and extended that declara- The ways to pre- - WHO Director-General minimum of 5,400 hotel tion. vent yourself from getting nights because the con- Though many of this disease are washing Former Astro to also stated that countries ference will not be taking Houston’s events, bars, your hands regularly, coach UHD baseball have demonstrated that it place,” he said. “So it will and social activities have avoiding contact with see Gator Life, Page 5 is possible to suppress and hurt us economically but suffered due to the spread those who seem sick, and control the virus. Howev- lives over money.” of COVID-19, it is import- avoiding touching your er, it is still of concern, as The Houston ant to keep in mind that eyes, mouth, and nose. there is a lack of action in Rodeo was another major these are necessary pre- However, if you preventing the spread of do get sick, contact your the virus. heathcare provider for “We cannot say instructions on your next this loudly enough, or of- steps in healing from the ten enough: All countries virus. can still change the course It is imperative of this pandemic,” said that these guidelines are New Wellness and WHO Director-General followed as COVID-19 Success Center com- Tedros Adhanom Ghe- continues to spread. ing soon to UHD breyesus. see Gator Life, Page 6-7 Many major Houston events have been Mayor Sylvester Turner speaks about the threat of COVID-19 in emergency city council cancelled because of the meeting. Image courtesy of Houston Chronicle.

Food trucks on campus see Gator Life, Page 8 Image courtesy of Oaklawn Hospital The University of Houston-Downtown 2 News Wednesday March 25, 2020 MLB cracks down on cheating By Lauren Anderson On Jan. 13, it was a smartwatch of a staff players, seven coaches, revealed that the Astros member or a smartphone and necessary interpreters illegally used a camera in the dugout. The coach and trainers will be al- system to steal signs eventually installed a tele- lowed inside the dugout. THE DATELINE during both the 2017 and vision outside the dugout This modification will pre- University of Houston-Downtown 2018 seasons. showing the center-field vent access to front-office One Main Street, S260, Houston, TX 77002 Signs are the hand camera feed on it. The personnel, which was the 713.221.8275 signals that the catcher players then would bang issue with the Astros. SPRING 2020 STAFF gives to the pitcher that on a trash can to signal to Furthermore, the tells the pitcher what type the batter when there is MLB is infringing other Editor...... Jaida Doll of throw to use. If the going to be a curveball or rules and restrictions to Assistant Editor...... Aansa Usmani pitcher disagrees, they will an off-speed pitch. complicate and hopefully Section Editor...... Varah Thornton shake their head. Many other teams eradicate cheating. Some Section Editor...... Sheila Ortega-Calvillo The Astros cheat- are furious with the idea of these new rules so far Section Editor...... Laura Dunn ed by using a camera that the Astros players are new limits on dugout Faculty Advisor...... Dr. Joseph Sample system to see and steal will not be disciplined and access, limiting television TCOM/ENG 4360 Student...... Carlos Reyes the signs of other teams. want to take matters into and phone use during TCOM/ENG 4360 Student...... Sheryl Sellers Managers get one chance their own hands. games and banning “en- TCOM/ENG 4360 Student...... Sheila Ortega-Calvillo to challenge a call on the For example, gineered” substances on doctored balls. The Dateline has been the official student newspaper of the These engi- University of Houston-Downtown since 1982, and it has been neered substances, “Student Run since Volume One”. We strive to meet the needs also reportedly of a growing university as well as the growing metropolitan city used by the Astros, that surrounds us. increase the spin The newspaper is published bi-weekly, every other Monday, as well as over the Summer break. rate on the pitches. Print circulation is 1,000 copies per issue and distributed Rather than just to all college buildings throughout the University, as well as providing a grip on satellite campuses at UHD-Northwest. the ball, engineered Deadlines for contributions are one week before publication substances allow date. 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Hosuton Astros parade through downtown Houston Hosuton Astros celebrate their stolen trophy following the 2017 World Series. @the_dateline Image courtesy of USA Today Image courtesy of USA Today The University of Houston-Downtown Wednesday March 25, 2020 News 3 Harvey Weinstein trial marks a new era of justice By Katelyn Houser On Feb. 24, rejoiced that he was whether or not Wein- motion. gave her a ride home, history and the fact that 2019, the now-infamous finally found guilty of stein had broken the The charges and used the opportu- his life is now ruined, film producer, Harvey his actions. Other actors law during the time the were based on testi- nity to barge his way regardless of a prision Weinstein was found and actresses expressed incidents occurred. monies from Miriam into her Gramercy Park sentence. guilty of third-degree gratitude to the brave The jurors were aware Haley, Jessica Mann, apartment and rape her. The jurors, rape and first-degree survivors who spoke of the trial’s signifi- and Annabella Scior- On March 11, however, disagreed and criminal sexual assault. out against Weinstein cance to the #MeToo ra. Haley testified that 2020, Weinstein was sentenced Weinstein to Although he and expressed hope movement, but they Weinstein forcibly per- sentenced to 23 years in 23 years in prison. was found guilty of that such courage will managed to remain fo- formed oral sex on her prison with five years “Let us be two counts brought help other victims of cused on the evidence. in 2006 at his Manhat- of supervision after free,” tweeted actress, against him, he was similar crimes to speak In 2017, more tan apartment. release. Weinstein must Rose McGowan, one acquitted of one charge up against behavior like than 80 women went Mann testified also register as a sex of many Weinstein’s of first-degree rape and Weinstein’s. public accusing Wein- that he raped her in offender, proceeding his victims, the day he was two counts of predatory The five-day stein of sexual harass- 2013 during what she release. sentenced. sexual assault, which trial at the Manhattan ment and assault as described as an abusive His defense She continued, would have given him a Criminal Courts Build- revealed in The New relationship. attorneys tried to secure “Today we exhale.” life sentence. ing followed a stressful York Times and The Sciorra testified only 5 years for Wein- Despite this, series of jurors, who New Yorker, setting the that sometime in the stein, arguing his lack Weinstein’s victims narrowly focused on #MeToo movement into early 1990s, Weinstein of previous criminal Bernie Sanders rallies Houston By Sheryl Sellers On Feb. 23, cannot prevent keeping rally, Sanders further importance of young Democratic Presidential its naysayers from using articulated his platform, voters (i.e., college stu- Candidate and self-pro- its establishment. denouncing gun vio- dents), as they make up claimed Democratic Inside the lence and explaining his a crucial voting block Socialist, Sen. Bernie Fertitta Center, brightly ideals to outlaw assault this election season. In Sanders (I-VT) held a lit electronic billboards weapons for personal addition, Sanders will rally in Houston. Host- encircled the space, use. have to motivate these ed by the University of blazed with the words Additional- young voters, as well Houston, it assembled “Not Me, Us,” along ly, Sanders reinstated as others, that usually a broad coalition of with handheld “Ber- the need for universal abstain from voting. In supporters, ranging nie” placards placed healthcare, tuition, order to win this elec- from college students to on every seat. The and a government that tion, he must prove to older people. rally-attendees were an serves the needs of all them that he is worthy Ironically, electrified, diverse co- Americans. Sanders of their vote. Sanders held the event alition, united together also mentioned the It is crucial at the Fertitta Center, a for one cause—electing corrupt practices of the to participate in one’s venue named after one a progressive, Demo- current administration, community, whether it of Houston’s prominent cratic agenda. detailing its falsehoods be volunteering or as- billionaires, despite Chants of “Ber- and an unwillingness to sisting others. In addi- The crowd awaiting Sen. Sanders. Photo credit: Aansa Usmani his staunch disdain of nie, Bernie, Bernie” res- compromise, showing a tion, it is also important take the first step – by website for information. billionaires and “elite” onated from the walls desire for personal loy- to vote for a candidate voting. individuals. It seems and ceiling, in addition alty over the country’s that serves your best For additional that a billionaire can to the “boos” aimed at interests. interests. Change can be questions regarding vot- buy the naming rights the current administra- The news accomplished one step ing, visit your county’s to a building, but they tion. Throughout the media have stated the at a time, but one must

Sen. Bernie Sanders addresses the crowd at his Houston Rally. Photo credit: Aansa Usmani The University of Houston-Downtown 4 News Wednesday March 25, 2020

his plan aims to help Can Bernie Sanders reverse the War on Drugs? minority communities By Jaida Doll build legal marijuana During the He stated that mari- allowing for the strict- marijuana was placed in night on the evening businesses and “ensure South Carolina prima- juana will be federally est prison sentences such a category in the news. Did we know we that revenue from legal ry debate on Feb. 25 legalized and that he for those charged with first place: racism. were lying about the marijuana is reinvest- Sen. Bernie Sanders will begin the process drug-related crimes. “We have a drugs? Of course, we ed in communities hit explained his goals to of expunging criminal This category was criminal justice system did.” hardest by the War on legalize marijuana and records associated with reserved for drugs with today that is not only Sanders ex- Drugs, especially Afri- expunge marijuana-re- marijuana charges on a high risk of addiction broken, it is racist.” plains the result of this can-American and other lated criminal records. his first day in office. and little evidence of When Nixon initiated War on Drugs. communities of color.” This is a high priority “What we are medical benefits. the War on Drugs, he “We’ve got This way, those issue for Sanders, as he going to do is, move to Placing mari- chose to place marijua- more people in jail who were most affected hopes to legalize the expunge the records of juana into this category na into the most danger- than any other country by the War on Drugs, drug on his first day in those people arrested not only refuses to ous category of drugs, on earth... One of the can now profit from the Oval Office. for the possession of acknowledge its medic- not because the drug reasons for that is a those same drugs for This issue of le- inal itself was dangerous, horrific War on Drugs.” which they were target- galization was sparked but because he believed Sanders’ website ex- ed and arrested. when one of the debate “We have a criminal the people who used the plains that it is not only Sanders’ web- moderates asked Sen. drug were dangerous. the number of people in site continues, “It is Amy Klobuchar if justice system today In a 1994 jail that is concerning, time to admit the crimi- Sanders’ plan to legal- interview, Nixon’s but also the color of nalization of marijuana ize and expunge records that is not only broken, domestic policy chief, those jail. was a disaster, especial- is realistic enough. John Ehrilchman that “African Amer- ly for communities of Though Sanders has no the biggest enemies icans are nearly four color, and allow those doubts he can federally it is racist.” to Nixon’s campaign times as likely to be most impacted to move legalize marijuana by were “the antiwar left arrested for marijuana forward with their executive action on his - Sen. Bernie Sanders and black people”. He possession than white lives. Our job now is to first day as president, continues to explain Americans even though Klobuchar disagreed. ben- Nixon’s reasoning for “Well, it is marijuana.” efits, but even goes so classifying the drug so realistic to want to le- In far as to equate the drug strictly as well as the “We’ve got more people in galize marijuana. I want order to accomplish with heroin. tactics he used to target to do that too…,” she this, Sanders plans to “That’s in- minorities under the jail than any other country explained, “You maybe remove marijuana from sane!” Sanders said coverage of a War on can’t do it on day one, the Federal Control during the debate, Drugs. on earth... One of the like [Sanders] said.” Substance Act, signed regarding marijuana’s Ehrilchman Klobuchar con- into effect by President categorization and its stated, “We knew we reasons for that is a horrific tinues to compare the Richard Nixon in 1970. equation to heroin. couldn’t make it illegal hurriedness of Sand- This act marked the And Sanders is to be either against the ers’ idea to her plans beginning the War on right. It is insane. Al- war or black, but by War on Drugs.” to thoroughly review Drugs, a government though there is abound- getting the public to records before expung- initiative to decrease ing proof of marijuana’s associate the hippies - Sen. Bernie Sanders ing charges as well as drug use by implement- extensive medicinal with marijuana and providing medical treat- ing strict prison sen- benefits, the drug has blacks with heroin, people in this country legalize marijuana and ments for those strug- tences for possession, remained in the most and then criminaliz- use marijuana at rough- vacate and expunge past gling with addiction. use, and distribution of dangerous (and most ing both heavily, we ly the same rates across marijuana convictions, Though Sand- illegal drugs. judicially targeted) could disrupt those all races.” and ensure that revenue ers’ plan seems rushed The Federal category of drugs since communities. We could Sanders’ plan to from legal marijuana is in comparison to Control Substance Act the Federal Control arrest their leaders, remove marijuana from reinvested in commu- Klobuchar’s, Sanders placed marijuana into Substance Act was put raid their homes, break the Federal Control nities hit hardest by the responded by clarifying the most dangerous cat- into play in the 1970s. up their meetings, and Substance Act, effec- War on Drugs.” the details of his plan. egory of illegal drugs, Sanders explained why vilify them night after tively ends this war on By removing race that is parading the drug from the Fed- under the guise of a war eral Substance Control on drugs. But Sanders Act, Sanders allows goes even a step farther the medicinal benefits to make reparations for of marijuana recog- those affected by the nized and utilized, but War on Drugs. Sanders’ plan does so “We are going much more than that. to provide help to the By aiding minority African-American, communities in creating Latino, Native Amer- legal marijuana busi- ican communities to nesses, Bernie Sanders’ start businesses to start marijuana legalization legal marijuana, rather plan attempts to make than let a few corpora- amends for fifty years tions control the legal- of racism by effectively ized marijuana market.” reversing Nixon’s War Sanders’ on Drugs. website explains that Image courtesy of GreenCamp The University of Houston-Downtown Wednesday March 25, 2020 Gator Life 5 Faculty Senate meeting highlights campus safety, American Associ- decision process. The more diverse faculty. coronavirus and SGA request ation of Universi- conversation from Members of the SGA By Sheryl Sellers ty Professors, all senate members en- were grateful that The March was the first to ad- agenda was Stacie campuses should tailed the difficulty in steps are being taken 3 Faculty Senate dress the senate. She DeFreitas, Ph.D., include a Faculty hiring a demographic in this area. meeting was called distributed informa- Associate Professor Senate. He further other than “white The senate to order at approx- tion cards and inserts of Psychology, As- announced that the male” in certain disci- thanked SGA for imately 2:30 p.m. for faculty lanyards sistant Chair, Social UHD Faculty Senate plines where another their attendance and in the Milam/Travis which describe steps Science Department is one of the most qualified applicant expressed that they room. It began with to take in the event who focused on supportive senates in could not be found. are impressed that the an affirmative passing of a student threat. sustainability changes Texas. Senate members group wanted to have of the minutes of the The material includ- across UHD and the Members of assured the associa- their voices heard. previous meeting. ed phone numbers, sustainability Mission the SGA addressed tion that there is not A continuation of op- The meeting’s a chart of actions to Statement. the senate concerning a conspiracy to hire erations plan is in the agenda included cam- take and pertinent Sandra Jacob- the association’s de- certain-looking peo- draft stage. A focus is pus safety, planning points provided by son, Manager Annual sire to attend shared ple. Also noted, was on those available to regarding the coro- the Houston Police Giving, addressed the governance commit- the process involved work offsite should navirus and a request Department. senate on the Give tee meetings, particu- within the constraints the necessity present of the Student Gov- A flow chart to Gators initiative. larly those involving of the senate to in- itself. Eighty percent ernment Association on measures to take Donations to the hiring professors at clude student leaders of the plan needs to (SGA). regarding issues in- fundraiser support UHD. They main- in a voting position. be in place now in Among the volving Title IV was students in various tained that the diver- The sen- lieu of the coronavi- visitors were Senior also made available. ways including schol- sity of faculty does ate remarked that a rus and 20 percent Vice President for Ac- When ques- arships and the Food not match the student critical audit of the later in case of a hur- ademic and Student tioned about making for Change program. population. This was hiring practice needs ricane. Travel restric- Affairs and Provost, students aware of the She emphasized that acknowledged by to be looked at, for tions and possible stu- Eric Carl Link, Ph.D, consequences, Tamez donations are not re- senate members. It instance, how and dents traveling abroad SGA President, She- replied that students quired but are appre- was further noted that where ads for faculty over spring break naedra “Shay” Tatu, are aware of impli- ciated. 60 percent of color openings are sent. were acknowledged Vice President, Jason cations involving Having diversity is observed Acknowledging the as possible concerns Lillie and several threats via a class syl- returned from the in staff, but not in problem of diversi- of the spread of the members of the SGA. labus, first day orien- spring Texas Council faculty. ty in professorship, coronavirus. Meritza Ta- tation and in addition of Faculty Senate SGA request- the senate has been The meeting mez, Ph.D, Interim electronic copies of Meeting Dr. Ron Bee- ed that a student in the preliminary adjourned at approxi- Dean of Students/As- the guidelines are be, Professor Urban leader be placed on stages of discerning mately 4:00 p.m. sistant Dean of Stu- available. Education, disclosed the search committee the necessary steps dents, Student Affairs Next on the that according to the and be involved in the to find and acquire a Former MLB pitcher, now coach of UHD baseball club By Anthony Raul Ramirez Scipio Spinks Houston where he with Cincinnati Scipio Spinks affect was hired this semes- played on the Astros Reds catcher Johnny the UHD baseball ter as a UHD baseball until being traded to Bench, Spinks tore club? Having some- club coach. He began the St. Louis Cardi- the ligaments in his one who was able to practices with the nals in 1972. right knee, severely perform at the level of UHD team in Febru- With his new injuring it. The injury major leagues during ary. team, the Cardinals, benched him for the era of players Spinks held Spinks managed to the rest of the year, like Mike Schmidt, a career with MLB set his career’s record returning in 1973 for Reggie Jackson, Pete from the late 1960s when he made a just 8 games before Rose, Tom Seaver, to early 1970s. The whopping 93 strike- injuring his shoulder. and Jim Palmer al- Astros drafted him outs in a year. Spinks He retired his lows the club team to in 1969 after see- played 16 games that physical career in hear the perspective ing an exceptional year and allowed only 1976. He continued of the game from a track record of good 5 homeruns by the his career by again different generation. performances in the opposing team. working with the minor leagues – like However, Astros, but as a scout when he struk out 1972 was also the and a pitching coach, twenty batters in one time of a serious turn rather than a player. game for the Northern in Spink’s baseball The question League. career longevity. now remains: How A 1972 Topps trading card of Scipio Spinks as a member of the He moved to During a collision will the acquisition of Astros. Photo courtesy of Amazon.com The University of Houston-Downtown 6 Gator Life Wednesday March 25, 2020 UHD’s new Wellness and Success Center coming soon By Anthony Raul Ramirez From Dec. graduate before the states that “Due to equipment locations warrants the need to more student activities, 2016 to Sept. 2018, beginning of constuc- campus growth, a larger compared to the current expand. UHD current- student organizations, a surveys were sent to tion were encouraged to recreation facility is re- facility. ly has no ball fields student lounge, a game UHD students via Ga- vote for the facility with quired to accommodate On the FAQ and open green space room, or even a bowl- torMail. During UHD the promise of a gym the student body. In section of the Sports for its students to play ing alley. Homecoming in 2018, membership of one year addition to the exercise & Fitness webpage, and recreate. Students Regardless students were asked to for each semester that component, the new it is stated that “[the participating in outdoor of what is chosen, the vote for or against the their tuition contributed building will also offer Wellness and Success club sports teams and Wellness and Success construction of a new to the facility. other amenities, such as Center] would be the intramural sports must Center will be able to wellness center. The The vote healthy eating options, catalyst in changing travel to different parts provide physical activ- vote asked if students passed, allowing con- counseling space and the face of the campus of the city to practice ities to a much larger were willing to pay an struction on the 75,000 classrooms for health from a mostly concrete and play at rented out- student population. extra facility fee, not square foot facility and fitness learning.” environment, to one of door facilities.” The new exceeding $150 per stu- along with several acres Renders of open green spaces and With this facility will be located dent for regular semes- of green for outdoor the new facility show dramatic scenery. The relocation, the question further north of the cur- ters, $75 per student for activities. areas for juices and current UHD Student still exists of what will rent Student Life Center 8 week or longer terms, The description smoothies, a swimming Life Center is 20 years happen to the current across the bayou and is and $50 per student for of the facility on UH’s pool, an indoor track, old and is inadequate facility. Suggestions expected to be complet- terms less than 8 weeks. Facilities Planning and and larger basketball for the growing popu- have been to redesign ed within the next two Students scheduled to Construction webpage court and more gym lation of UHD which it into a building for years.

Renderings of possible concepts (a pool and a basketball court) for the new Wellness and Success Center. Photo courtesy of UHD Sports and Fitness

UHD’s new Wellness and Success Center prepares for LGBTQ+ wellness and success By Jaida Doll SmithGroup community concern- ing. Answers ranged students, hearing their the administration. Hudson ex- architects designing ing the planning of from gender-neutral voices, and imple- In construct- plains the goal of the UHD’s new Wellness a new building, so bathrooms and lock- menting their ideas ing this Wellness and new building by stat- and Success Center this is a wonderful er rooms, to mental into the planning and Success Center, UHD ing it will be, “More met with LGBTQ+ opportunity,” stated health and counseling construction of the extends this idea of than recreational – students on March 11 John Hudson, Ph.D., resources. Other stu- new building. The de- wellness much fur- transformational.” to discuss the main UHD’s Director for dents remarked on the signing of the build- ther than the physical The design- concerns in creating a the Center for Diver- need for comfortable, ing has been a mainly implications of the ing phase of the new safe, comfortable, and sity and Inclusion. inclusive, and relax- student-focused word. Although the Wellness and Success inclusive environment Jared Smith ing spaces for reju- project, as architects building will include Center will extend for UHD’s upcoming of SmithGroup began venating in between are currently planning a fitness area, the new until Dec., and con- building. the conversation by classes or decompress how to attain the best Wellness and Success struction of the build- “This is the prompting students to after exams. options for students, Center will expand ing will begin in Jan. first time input has explore which aspects This was one while balancing those the idea of wellness been sought from of wellness are most of many focus groups desires with the avail- to encompass mental, LGBTQ members important for them to organized as a means able finances, as well physical, and emo- of the university see in the new build- of engaging with as with the needs of tional wellbeing. The University of Houston-Downtown Wednesday March 25, 2020 Gator Life 7 Wellness and Success Center focuses on gathering student input… and nap pods By Jaida Doll SmithGroup ar- Though many a community garden, a chitects of UHD’s new of the options and meditation room, laun- Wellness and Success activites offered were dry services, and a hot Center stood outside physical, UHD’s new tub or sauna. UHD’s Health Fair Wellness and Success Of all the on Feb. 26 to gather Center will extend be- ingenious options the student input and ideas yond the idea of simple architects offered for concerning the new physical health. Much student success, by far project. of the building will the most popular one They handed be focused on fitness was the possibility of students six stickers and and athletics, but the sleep therapy rooms – asked them to place the building’s mission is or nap pods. stickers on the pictures to increase students’ Though the of which designs they mental, physical, and sticker voting exer- would like most to see emotional well-being. cise conducted by implemented into the Plans also include op- SmithGroup does not new building. tions for healthy eating, actually have any final The options for counseling services, say in what goes into voting and discussion recreational activities, the construction of the included general fitness as well as options for building, it is a way to aspects like cardio lounging, rejuvenating, hear students voices rooms, an indoor track and contemplation. and find out what is and weightlifting room. Students were important to them. As More unconventional also asked to vote for this is a student-focused Students and faculty gather outside UHD’s Health Fair to vote on which aspects they would most like to see fitness options were which of these non-ath- project, what is import- in UHD’s new Wellness and Success Center. Photo Credit: Jaida Doll also offered including a letic aspects of the ant to students is likely Based on timate importance to make their way to cam- parkour obstacle course, building were most to be important in the SmithGroup’s chart, UHD students, so it pus by 2021. a rock-climbing wall, important to them. construction and design nap pods are clearly of is not unlikely if they and yoga rooms. These options included of the building. ul-

The possible options for UHD’s new Wellness and Success Center. Photo credit: Jaida Doll The University of Houston-Downtown 8 Gator Life Wednesday March 25, 2020 UHD should host another candidate meet & greet (online) By Sheila Ortega-Calvillo On Feb. 26, The event circumstances. munity? supposed to do if we is such little time, are the Center for Public was mostly a success, How can graduate, cannot walk teachers getting any Deliberation hosted however, some stu- Some ques- candidates support because commence- help financially or the Candidate Meet dents walked out feel- tions that would be students through such ment is cancelled, other means of sup- and Greet event as ing like they learned great to ask candi- emotional, psycho- have a balance to port? part of the UHD Civ- nothing. Some even dates, now that our logical and spiritual pay off with no job What have ic Engagement Tradi- said, that was just students have to separation as well or limited hours and you done to support tion that occurs twice time to socialize with learn from home and as limits because of then cannot work Texans since the out- a year. Candidates candidates or watch faculty has to re-in- social distancing? with a degree because break? running for local, them compete with vent their course, What can the world is on shut- Whose state- state and national of- one another. are listed as follows. students do to keep down? ments should we fices each made time Considering Regardless of wheth- paying their bills and How can you believe, the CDC in their schedule to all that has happened er another meet and afford food and medi- help faculty not get or the “leader” of discuss with students in the lately – the greet is hosted, such cation if needed? overwhelmed with our country, Donald what issues they were conformation of a questions are valuable What are we such drastic changes Trump? most passionate about pandemic, the lock- considerations when and responded to any down of our city, our casting votes for lo- questions from UHD students booted from cal, state and national gators. The event was campus, and faculty elections. open to any student pushed to switch their that would like to entire curriculum to What can participate, making it online delivery – it candidates offer to accessible for anyone is safe to say that help with, now that on campus at 9 a.m.. local candidates have student workers have Before the a whole lot more to lost their jobs because deliberations, Dr. worry about when of the school clos- Juan Sánchez Muñoz, it comes to student ings? UHD’s President, concerns. Sure, How can these made an announce- paying for school and candidates make a ment sharing his grat- better access is still positive impact on itude for such great a main concern, but student success while turnout and participa- for entirely differ- taking classes online tion from both candi- ent reasons and in and being separate dates and students. completely different from the entire com- Students and faculty gathered to meet local, state and national candidates. Photo credit: Sheila Ortega-Calvillo Did you know...? Variety is on the menu as food trucks The Waffle Depending on schedules and menus throughout the weeks. wheel into UHD Bus will ramble over the day, the choices can be found on the Though By Sheryl Sellers range of lunch alter offering, you guessed can include Vietnam- UHD website by COVID-19 has can- A new dining natives offered by the it, waffles! These ese Fajita Wraps, searching for “food celled classes, food option has hit the diverse and assorted aren’t your typical Krazy Korean Shrimp trucks”. trucks will return streets of UHD. Well, food trucks include waffles, as the top- and Turf Bowls, Keep an eye out once campus reopens. maybe not the streets, Japanese, Vietnam- pings seem endless. Swaggy Dog or Krab- for the truck of the Bon Apetite. but definitely the ese, Korean, Chinese, Among the choices by Patty Makirritos, day, as they rotate north side of the new Mexican, and Ameri- are Chicken and General College of Scienc- can fare. Waffle Fryders and Tso’s es and Technology For instance, Chocolate Covered Chicken, Building (CST). those who like it hot Strawberry Sweet Brisket Houston food trucks can steam over to Waffle Sandwiches, Egg- now roll onto campus the Burger Joint for and of course, Waffle rolls, Yo Mondays through their Fire Burger. For Fries. Yo’s Hot Thursdays from 11:00 a little something What about Dogs, a.m. to 3:00 p.m. different, Coreanos those fries? Food Bulgo- An added will treat tastebuds to trucks offer Kick-N gi Rice benefit to this – per- Korean BBQ Tacos, Grilled Chicken Fries, Bowls, sonal funds can now and El Scorcho Tacos. Bacon Parm Fries, and be loaded onto the Or, sidle up to Miss KimCheese Fries, Frozen new, updated UHD Patty’s Wagon for a Queso Kimchi Fries, Custard I.D. cards, and used Zesty Shrimp Po-boy and Hot Mess Fries. dessert. The variety in fries Food for payment. or a Famous Philly Students enjoying lunch at the Burger Joint food truck. The wide Cheesesteak. alone is astonishing. truck Photo credit Sheryl Sellers The University of Houston-Downtown Wednesday March 25, 2020 Gator Life 9 UHD’s Art Club hosts women’s fundraiser By Yessenia Rincon March is Wom- and raffle tickets were a part of the proceedings For more infor- en’s History Month, hon- priced at two dollars. The was donated to the Free mation on the Free Spirit oring the achievements winner of the raffle will Spirit Wellness for Wom- Wellness for Women and celebrating women receive six pieces of art. en Foundation. Foundation, visit their and the integral role they President of the This non-profit website. Or find out how play in our country. club, Kelsi Rios, hopes organization was founded you can contribute to the On that note, the this event will become an in 1997, dedicated to as- cause. UHD Art Club hosted annual appearance, and sisting women who have For more up- their first ever women’s possibly a tradition for the been verbally, emotional- dates and information, on fundraiser. From March 2 club. Not only will it help ly, physically or sexually UHD’s art club, you can through March 6, the Art raise awareness toward abused. Their goal is to follow them on Insta- Club sold students’ wom- women’s causes, but it empower and educate gram, Twitter, and Face- en-related artwork in front also supports our campus women to create a pos- book @ArtClubUHD. of the campus bookstore. artists. itive self-image, a clear All of the artwork was All tickets that sense of one’s identity and priced at $15 and below, were raffled off, as well as a strong self-esteem.

Some of the students’ women related artwork that was sold at the fundraiser. Photo credit: Yessenia Rincon

Kelsi Rios, President of UHD’s Art Club, manning the fundraiser table. Photo credit: Yessenia Rincon Photo credit: Yessenia Rincon HACE Leadership Night By Sheryl Sellers On March 5 approximately 12-15 in the majority of positions came from not tell everything tions, offer resumes the Hispanic Alliance students in attendance corporate America. extensive networking upfront, but to leave and learn more about for Career Enhance- from various univer- He also commented over the years. Hark- room to answer ques- the companies. ment (HACE) hosted sities, however no on the importance of ness commented that tions. The evening HACE Leadership other students from adapting to the work there is no replace- Yasmin Go- ended with a drawing Night, where they of- UHD. environment when ment for experience, mez, a team member for two tickets to the fered the opportunity Anna Garcia adjusting to a new absolutely no short- of Change Manage- Alley Theatre. for college students to and Eloy Gutierrez, career. cuts and to enjoy the ment at Enbridge dis- The HACE work on and provide CPA, co-chairs of Mr. Rob Hark- journey. cussed the importance members were wel- resumes to the spon- Youth Programming ness, Vice President Members of of joining profes- coming, encourag- sors of the event. The for HACE made at Crestwood, spoke the Central Intelli- sional organizations, ing and the insights event was held at the opening statements. next and focused on gence Agency (CIA) having a goal plan provided valuable for offices of Crestwood Hugo Guerra, learning from one’s in Washington, D.C. and belief in oneself. future career goals. Midstream Partners at Senior Vice President strengths, strengthen- delivered a presen- Following the 811 Main Street from of Technical Services ing marketable skills, tation regarding the presentations, attend- 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Crestwood opened and the need to be need to be prepared ees circulated among Food and soft drinks the forum. He dis- flexible. He discussed for questions when the tables set up by were provided to all cussed the importance the value and impor- pitching an idea. An the CIA, Phillips 66, that attended. of leadership and how tance in networking, important feature Enbridge and Crest- There were it is under recognized citing that all his of presentation is to wood to ask ques- The University of Houston-Downtown 10 Arts and Entertainment Wednesday March 25, 2020 Outer space and earth gems showcased at Clear Lake It seemed that almost attending the show show eagerly awaiting Gem and Mineral Show all available floor space attempted to take a the final drawing. By James Jurewicz abounded with quality currently being actively was occupied with taste from the display The parking lot booths available which sought out by fossil professional or amateur of inedible but visually was still full of cars on Vibrant colors provided handmade, collectors. Mammoth geologist showcasing a appetizing rock. Sunday afternoon, just and remnants from our custom wearable works ivory is actually one of wealth of knowledge on Everyone who two hours to closing planet’s history were on with all the colors of the few legal types of all things related to pre- attended the show with plenty of purchas- full display at the Clear customers’ choosing. ivory due to the animals cious stones or fossils. that weekend was also es yet to be made. This Lake Gem and Mineral One of the current extinction sta- It seemed that offered a chance to event was similar to the Show on the weekend booths, The Lonestar tus. Cloning and gene there was something enter the raffle, fill- show held in 2019, yet of Feb. 22. The show Metrorite, offered research however could present at the show for ing out their personal it had seemingly more was held at the Pasade- different rocks and even possibly change that just about any age and information in hopes exhibits and vendors. na Convention Center fossils. Their best value status. interest. The dinosaur of winning the geolog- The rock food table was in Pasadena, Texas just however was the Mam- The crowd var- talk followed by a fossil ical wonder of grand a very welcome and an off Fairmont Parkway. moth tusk. It seems ied from older people hunt for the kids offer- prize. The Bubble Cut unforgettable addition It was not just that Mammoth tusk is enjoying the geological ing an interactive ex- Missouri Lace Agate to the 2020 show. A precious trinkets from swiftly becoming a hot beauties, to professional perience for Houston’s seemed like it could be- very fun and relaxed our terrestrial planet commodity in the fossil and aspiriting geolo- aspiring geologists. A long in any living room. experience that surely for sale. Meteorites market. Global warm- giest, to people who booth at the show was The grand pize precious has left the attendees were a prevalent and ing and glacial melting arrived fashionably by even advertising and gem was larger than an anticipating the winter very popular item at the have contributed to this stroller. selling teething neck- American football and of 2021. show. There were also rare ivory becoming One did not laces for toddlers. is a veritable eye-catch- samples from our own exposed on the northern need to go far to find A full snack bar er. The Bubble Cut moon. tundra’s of the planet. an expert on just about fed any hungry show Missouri Lace Agate The show Mammoth ivory is every facet of geology. goers, and judging by had many guests to the the packed tables in the dining area, the food was very popular. Though the food was good, the most inter- esting and entertaining exhibit at the show was the rock food table, located near the back of the convention center. It included a table set with a veritable feast, all of the plates neatly decorated with what seemed to be delicious The Rock Food Table at The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Show In Pasadena, Texas. food. Hopefully nobody The grand prize drawing, the Bubble Cut Missouri Lace Agate Photo credit: James Jurewicz Photo credit: James Jurewicz

TomballBy Laura Dunn German Heritage Festival ByThe Laura Dunn Invisible Man Tomball was crowd from people in vendors for shopping, of German descent The Invisible Man largely predictable, it is not originally German surrounding suburbs. eating, and network- or not, this festival premiered Feb. 28. Due to quite what you might expect. settled, and still has These events ing. A traditional offers up something the frequent airings of the The film was loosely strong ties to its sister have continued to staple of the festival for everyone. It is an trailer and the A-list cast, based on The Invisible Man city in Germany, Tel- grow more and more are the plastic beer opportunity to learn this movie was highly antici- film series from the 1930s, gte. Student exchange every year. Shuttles glasses in the shape about another culture, pated by movie-goers. but it takes on a refreshing programs, business, run people to and of a boot that many or simply an oppor- It was your typical 21st century feel. The tech- and diplomatic rela- from parking lots to festival goers choose tunity to walk around science fiction, mystery, nology, although advanced, tions are among the the festival the entire to fill and wear and drink a boot of thriller flick, but it was done is not too far-fetched, and exchanges between time the festival is around their neck. beer. well. Elizabeth Moss, who creates a very believable the two cities. open. People park up The event is The Heritage plays Cecilia, did a phenom- world for this story to exist. The German and down neighbor- also equipped with a festival scheduled enal job portraying fear so The Invisible Man Heritage Festival and hood streets, making carnival with games, for March 27-29 for that the acting comes across is a smart film that will keep German Christmas it difficult for home- rides, and a ferris this year has unfortu- as organic, not cheesy. your attention and keep you Market are two annu- owners to access wheel. Live musical nately been cancelled Throughout the film, guessing. It’s worth your al celebrations of the their own driveways. acts of traditional pol- due to COVID-19. Cecilia is tortured, faced while to check it out. It is German people that Prompting many ka bands, and a tent However, the German with impossible situations, now available on streaming established and con- locals to put up ‘no dedicated to dancing Christmas Market is and pushed to the limit both platforms, so check it out to tinue to influence the parking signs’ for the are also offered. The still scheduled to take physically and mentally. be that COVID-19 lockdown town. These festivals weekend. event lights up all of place Dec. 11-13. There are a few ex- boredom. last a full weekend The festival Main Street. citing plot twists throughout, each and draw a huge itself has hundreds of Whether and although the ending was The University of Houston-Downtown Wednesday March 25, 2020 Arts and Entertainment 11

Cadillac, allows extra Slab culture and its influence on Houston customization opportu- By Anthony Raul Ramirez nities. One of the rims, called swangas or millionaire with songs colors are typically As Wilkins puts This is the heart greatest things that sep- elbows, those are those titled after the acronym. something resembling it, “Slabs are the visual and soul of slabs: being arates Houston’s culture cone-like rims that poke However, the hue of a Skittle. element of Houston able to customize the from other cities is our out pretty far. On the others believe the term They often have Vogue hip-hop culture. Slabs vehicle to your heart’s love for loud, vibrant, trunk you have what’s originates from the con- Tyres that use yellow are a form of material content to express and influential art. No called a ‘fifth wheel’ cept of the cars, as they and white lining, known culture that illuminates yourself, your beliefs, other example of art which is a rim that’s are low to the ground as “the mustard and the values, attitudes, your enjoyment, and embodies this than the cut in half and enclosed near the cement slab. mayonnaise.” and ideas of the local your love for Houston’s Houston car customiza- in fiberglass casing. “Elbows” were The history of hip-hop community.” slab culture. Slabs have tion of slab culture. Also explosive stereo told by J.C. AKA “The slabs is an interesting The car models been present in Houston Slabs are systems that rattle, Slab King” in an in- story based on how being altered also play hip-hop music videos, described by Langston shake the car, shake terview by Texas Wire Houstonians choose importance in slabs. in movies, in rap lyrics, Collin Wilkins, who the surroundings. And Wheels to originated to present themselves. According to YouTube and even on Anthony has been known for his within the trunk you from a man “profiling” With its beginnings in video “Slab Culture Bourdain’s Parts Un- research in slabs for also have what’s called (when a driver places the mid-1980s, young – The Documentary,” known with Houstonian several years, in the ‘trunk displays’ which their right hand on the men involved with drug a 1971-1976 Eldora- Slim Thug expressing YouTube video “’Slabs’ are neon or sometimes wheel and left elbow dealing adopted the slab do altered into a slab his enjoyment for the and ‘Swangas’ – The glass signs that convey outside the window) style as a way to show is known as a “Boss style. Cars Built on Houston particular messages to and saying “Look at off their wealth. The Drop,” a 1980-1985 A city as di- Hip-Hop,” “Technically the community.” how my wheels [are] style was adopted from Eldorado is an “Eldog,” verse, as together, and an older modeled, large The term out as long as my the “Pimp Ride” style and a 1980-1985 Seville as united as Houston bodied, American Se- “slab” has had disputes arm. These [here are] seen in Blaxploitation is a “Slantback.” One can’t have its history dan; Cadillac, Lincoln, regarding its origin. elbows.” films of the 1970s. of the most sought-af- and culture discussed Oldsmobile, et cetera. Some believe the term There are also Slabs were then seen ter cars to customize without mentioning the And it’s embellished or is actually an acronym color elements that in the 1990s Houston is a 1976-1985 Opera vibrance and individu- outfitted with various for “Slow, Loud, and relate to how slabs are hip-hop culture, making Cadillac because its ality expressed in slabs. types of body additions. Bangin,” which is sup- identified. The paint the car variation more simulated spare tires The first and most ported by Houstonian jobs are called “candy of a representation of near the front of the important one being the rappers Z-Ro and Cha- paint” because of the Houston’s culture. car, similar to a 1930s Don’t judge a book by its cover... or a television show an alien competi- John Edwards to pay for their corn harvest (a television shows are by its episode titles tion to be, yes, the money for false hope. reference to The Lottery those that give view- biggest douche in And this is what makes by Shirley Jackson). ers a reason to think paper. Fox executives By Anthony Raul Ramirez the universe. Edwards a “douche” The episode about what they saw. thought it was too The episode from the viewpoint of ends with a news And that’s exactly what The dark hu- vulgar and poorly-made can be seen on the sur- Stan. station covering Mi- South Park has done for mor, animated, satirical to be made a series, face as Stone and Park- Another exam- ley Cyrus as a new over 23 seasons. television series South but Comedy Central er trashing John Ed- ple is the 2008 episode upcoming pop star. The latest Park began airing on executives enjoyed wards and his practice “Britney’s New Look” Cyrus performed her episode was pretty good Aug.13, 1997. Since bootleg tapes of the film using vulgar language in which Stan, Kenny, shocking 2013 VMA – Santa Clause tried then, it has become one so much that they hired with children as main Cartman, and Kyle performance just five cocaine with Jesus. I of the longest running Stone and Parker to characters, but there’s a attempt to hide Britney years later, furthering highly recommend it television shows in his- produce a show. deeper meaning. Stan, Spears from paparazzi. implying the episode’s (the episode, not the tory, spanning 22 years Criticism for one of the main charac- The episode begins theme – that fame can cocaine). with over 300 episodes. the show was similar to ters, calls John Edwards with the boys taking drastically change a There’s also a Concept for Fox’s, as the episodes a “douche” because an unwanted picture person’s personality and Wiki (“Subject matter the show began after were as vulgar and he feels the psychic of Spears for money, mentality. in South Park”) that creators Matt Stone and cinge-worthy as their profession gives people which prompts Spears This use of discusses episodes Trey Parker’s short film titles. Two of these false hope regarding to shoot half of her head satire to convey under- tackling specific subject The Spirit of Christ- episodes, “Mr. Hankey, loved ones who died or clean off with a shot- lying themes of social matter and social issues mas in 1992 became the Christmas Poo” went missing. Stan goes gun. She surprisingly issues is rare in televi- in South Park. a big hit amongst CD and “Cartman’s Mom as far as providing to survives, and paparazzi sion shows, yet the best and VHS tape sharing. is a Dirty Slut” were an audience how cold attempt to cover Fox executive, Brian two of the highest rated readings by psychics up the attempt- Graden, loved the film episodes of the first work, to which the au- ed suicide as so much that he paid season. dience simply believes a “new look” the two $1,000 to create However, South then that Stan is also for Spears. The another version of The Park’s episode plots psychic. boys sym- Spirit of Christmas began having more ma- The episode pathize with in hopes of creating a ture subtext with further presents the idea that Spears when potential series. seasons. One example people in these audienc- they realize the Stone and Park- is the 2002 episode es aren’t unintelligent, town is attempt- er composed the entire “The Biggest Douche in just misinformed about ing to kidnap five minutes and twelve the Universe” in which the psychic field and her to use as a seconds using stop-mo- psychic medium, John being manipulated by human sacrifice tion and construction Edwards, is found by Photo courtesy of IMDB The University of Houston-Downtown 12 Arts and Entertainment Wednesday March 25, 2020 Dr. Stone - An entertaining and informative anime By Anthony Raul Ramirez It’s very dif- Ball Z, Naruto, or One and weaving materials. Taiju to gather ficult to find an adult Piece focused more on The three have been hard to reach born around the year action and adventure. friends since childhood materials like 2000 who doesn’t have While this is stimulat- and free themselves seaweed from the knowledge about what ing for a younger per- from the stone that ocean or break- anime is. In 1997, one son to (and it absolutely encased them, though ing down rocks. of the largest cartoon still is for an older 3,700 years later. He also needs channels on television, person, but bear with The characters Yuzuriha’s ability Cartoon Network, me), we develop more discover other peo- to weave together launched an afternoon of a taste for shows that ple, though they have fabrics to keep television block known make us think as we get no knowledge of the them warm or for as “Toonami.”This older. technology that existed medical care. original version of the For example, 2 3,700 years prior and Dr. Stone block centered around of the most successful have created villages is enjoyable show original Hanna-Barbera movies of 2019 were with things such as for anyone to creation Space Ghost Avengers: Endgame and grass huts for shelter watch regard- acting as a host to Joker. Endgame was and rock spears for less of if they’ve present cartoons in their filled to the brim with weapons. The story pro- watched anime specific time slots. action, but the amount gresses as they attempt or not. Since However, the of theories people cre- create kingdom of the manga it’s iteration of Toonami ated off the entire series science by showing vil- based on came that is most common- of movies was astound- lagers how impressive out in 2017, and ly associated with the ing. Furthermore, Joker and useful technology the first anime name began in 1999 made over a billion can be. season finished in as Toonami made a dollars at the box office, It’s noted early December, now is couple changes: there becoming the highest that each of them are a perfect time for was a new host named grossing R rated film of necessary in reproduc- audiences to start T.O.M., the block only all time with a budget ing the science and getting into the existed on Saturdays for of roughly $60 million. technology that has show. Dr. Stone series poster. Photo courtesy of IMDB 5 hours and the shows Instead of a typical evil disappeared over time. While presented were anime villain tie-in movie for Senku knows how older animes like ogy we are now and we use every day were (basically cartoons with the DC franchise, the to create technology Dragon Ball Z or One how different the world first invented, as well as a specific look associat- movie centers around from scratch using all Piece have stories span- would be if we had to how useful knowing the ed with Japan). This run Joker’s descension chemicals, minerals, ning decades of writing start from square-one science behind tools to on Saturday nights from into madness because and anything else the and world building, again. their very core can be. 1999 to 2008 allowed of a mental illness and environment provides. all you need to know It gives viewers children growing up at mistreatment by the However, he’s not phys- about Dr. Stone is how an enjoyable way to un- the time to see televi- city’s civilians. These ically strong and needs advanced in technol- derstand how the things sion not commonly as- two movies have one sociated with anything common grip on fans – else on at the time. they both make people Some of the think. “Allie Cat” Comics By Carlos Reyes By Carlos Reyes prominent shows broad- This stimulat- casted on Toonami ing quality is exactly over the years include what makes shows Dragon Ball Z, Sailor Toonami appealing to Moon, Samurai Cham- all ages. One particular ploo, Mobile Suit Gun- anime on Toonami that dam Wing, One Piece, raises many questions Naruto, as well as some in the viewers’ minds i non-anime shows like Dr. Stone. Justice League, Samurai The plot of Jack, and Megas XLR. Dr. Stone begins by Toonami werecancelled explaining that humans in 2008, then revived in and certain birds of 2012, and currently air the world have turned on Saturday nights. to stone for thousands What makes of years. It’s unknown Toonami and its shows how this happens, but interesting is that if people eventually break someone were born the free of the stone, though same year as Toona- they do so decades mi began, 1997, they apart from each other. would be a 22 year-old The main college student today. characters Senku who As people grow, so do works with science, Tai- their interests. Older ju who works by physi- shows from Toonami’s cal labor, and Yuzuriha past such as Dragon who works with fabric The University of Houston-Downtown