October 19, 2017 Volume 97 Number 10 THE DUQUESNE DUKE www.duqsm.com PROUDLY SERVING OUR CAMPUS SINCE 1925 Campus Squashed by midterm exams Club gets mourns second former in nat’l prof contest Raymond Arke staff writer Michael Marafino staff writer Duquesne is mourning the loss of one of their own after the sud- Former First Lady of the Unit- den passing of Leslie Rubin, a ed States, Michelle Obama, once former long-time political science said, “There is no limit to what professor and wife of current po- we, as women, can accomplish.” A litical science professor, Charles club at Duquesne is following her Rubin. Charles is on sabbatical at words by helping girls in need. Princeton this semester, and Les- Duquesne University’s branch lie was living with him when she of Strong Women, Strong Girls was struck by a truck while cross- received a $13,500 grant for win- ing the street, according to vari- ning second place in the “Stu- ous news reports. dents with Drive” program run Leslie and Charles met at Bos- by Zipcar and Ford Motor Com- ton College as graduate students pany. Along with the money, they and married in 1981. They then also received scholarship money taught together at Kenyon Col- and Zipcar driving credit. lege. They both began teaching at Zipcar and Ford started the Duquesne in 1987, according to a “Students with Drive” program in 2013 Duke article. 2011 in order to promote change She had retired in 2015, accord- within campuses, hoping to ex- ing to James Swindal, dean of the pand that change throughout McAnulty College of Liberal Arts. Kailey Love/Photo Editor society. Overall, the companies see RUBIN — page 2 A dejected Jack o’ Lantern sits in front of a Union flower pot Wednesday, encapsulating many students’ midterm feelings. see GRANT — page 2 DU helps with archiving of Blessed John Newman’s work Kaye Burnet Duquesne’s Power Center Ball- staff writer room on Oct. 16. According to Joyce, scholars The late Catholic Cardinal from many disciplines, includ- John Henry Newman was many ing classics, music, theology things — an Anglican priest, a and philosophy, have consulted Catholic convert, a poet, a lectur- the physical archives at Bir- er and, if his 40 published books mingham. He said that, far from and roughly 21,000 remaining decreasing with time, global letters are any indication, a pro- scholarly interest in Newman is lific writer. growing, particularly as it be- When he died in 1890 at age comes increasingly likely that 89, he left behind a vast col- Newman will be named a saint lection of unpublished letters, in the Catholic church. notes, photographs and other ar- “The interest is truly universal tifacts. Until recently, the major- and very healthy,” Joyce said. ity of these archives could only be Now, scholars around the accessed by visiting the Birming- world will be able to access New- ham Oratory, a Catholic religious man’s writings without making community of the Congregation Kaye Burnet/Staff Writer the trip to England and sitting of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri Attendees of Tuesday’s conference examine examples of the renowned Catholic thinker John Newman’s unpublished works. in a “stuffy room, surrounded located in Birmingham, England. by intimidating piles of boxes,” Now, thanks to modern tech- will be accessible online for the Studies and advanced photog- been digitized. The project took Joyce said. nology and a transatlantic part- first time. raphy equipment from Oak- three years to complete, accord- The digitization project be- nership between the Birmingham With funding from the land-based research firm Criv- ing to Birmingham Oratory ar- gan in 2014 and cost approxi- Oratory and several Pittsburgh Duquesne University-affiliated ella West, more than 200,000 chivist Daniel Joyce, who gave mately $500,000, according institutions, Newman’s archives National Institute for Newman of Newman’s documents have a presentation on the project in see ARCHIVE— page 3 opinions features sports a & e Follow us on... Greek Hazing Pierogi NBA Turtles All the Deadly Peril Preview Way Down Freshman death New eatery Who can John Green’s new during hazing ritual leaves room for slow down book is a cut raises concerns ... improvement ... Golden State ... above the rest ...

@theduquesneduke PAGE 5 PAGE 6 PAGE 8 PAGE 9 2 THEDUQUESNEDUKE POLICE briefs Grandpa PB hasn’t seen a Police Colleagues remember former professor Briefs like this in ages. Due to space constraints, Grandpa’s award-win- ning banter will be absent. RUBIN — from page 1 she did,” Lapyczak said. On Oct. 10, a laptop was left in a Swindal remembered Leslie’s “ex- College Hall classroom. When the pertise” in constitutional law and an- student returned to get it, it was gone. A variety of former colleagues cient political theory. He said that one Also on Oct. 10, the Towers Resi- paid tribute to Leslie and her time of her works will be released soon. dence Director reported finding at Duquesne. Clifford Bob is the “Her monograph, America, Ar- marijuana and drug paraphernalia. current chair of the political science istotle, and the Politics of a Middle The case was referred to the Office department and worked alongside Class, will be published posthu- of Student Conduct. Leslie for years. mously by Baylor University Press,” On Oct. 11, a student in Towers “We found her to be very friendly, he said, “It was in many ways the was caught with a fake ID. A citation thoughtful and warm,” he said. culmination of her scholarship, was issued. Her classes mostly pertained showing how Aristotle’s work is Also on Oct. 11, a non-affiliated to political philosophy and compatible in so many ways with driver was in Locust Circle and re- American political development, America’s projection of the virtues fused to comply with an officer’s Bob explained. of a middle class republic. She thus request to move his vehicle. The per- “She had fascinating things to showcased how relevant Aristotle’s son also refused to show the officer say about Aristotle and how his Duke Archive Photo thought remains to contemporary their driver’s license and then fled ideas were used by the Founding Charles Rubin, a current political science professor at DU, and his wife Leslie pose political thinking.” the scene. Officers stopped him at Fathers,” he said. for a photo for a 2013 Valentine’s Day article. The Rubins had taught together at Ke- Swindal also said that students the intersection of Lower Magee and Bob described her as “devoted” nyon College and then Duquesne from the 1980s until Leslie’s retirement in 2015. enjoyed Leslie’s classes and spoke Gibbon streets. A citation was issued. to teaching, Duquesne and her stu- fondly of her. Oct. 11 was certainly a busy day for dents, who she interacted often with “Rubin will be particularly remem- miscreants. A commuter student re- both as a professor and as advisor to “She was a wonderful colleague tive assistant for 24 years during bered for the popularity she had as ported being a victim of internet fraud. Phi Sigma Alpha, the political sci- and teacher,” he said. “She was gen- Leslie’s time at Duquesne. She an instructor with a large number of The case was referred to the Pennsyl- ence honors fraternity. erous with her time, patient and put remembers Leslie very fondly. students. Many of them fondly re- vania Attorney General’s Office. He also said that the whole depart- her students’ needs first.” “She was the kindest person I have member her incisive and stimulating On Oct. 11, a female Duquesne ment is saddened by the news. Haas recalled how much he enjoyed ever met. She was always a profes- teaching,” he said. student was walking from Mendel “All of us in the department are talking and interacting with her. sional and never had a mean word He also expressed his sympathies Hall when a man began yelling and shocked and upset by this. We feel “She was always cheerful, and took to say about anyone,” Lapyczak said. to the Rubin family. cursing at her. The case is active. sorry for the family and Charlie, our delight in asking me about my family She specifically recalled Leslie’s On Thursday, a female student in St. “With her husband, Dr. Charles colleague,” Bob said. and telling me about hers,” he said. “wonderful smile” that would “light Ann Hall reported being physically as- Rubin of the Political Science depart- “We will all miss her.” up the room.” saulted and held against her will by her Mark Haas, also a Duquesne po- ment, we mourn the loss of her to her boyfriend. DUPO helped the student litical science professor, had worked Joan Lapyczak was the political “I will always have Leslie in my family and friends and to her profes- obtain a Protection From Abuse order. with Leslie. science department administra- heart as she was the best at all that sion,” Swindal said. Possible criminal charges are pending. The Title IX Office was notified. On Friday, non-affiliate Jerome Richard Hairston of 1365 Missouri Strong Women, Strong Girls wins money Street, Pittsburgh, was found sleeping in the Forbes Garage stairwell. A defi- GRANT— from page 1 ant trespass was issued, and he was escorted off campus. have donated more than $1 mil- On Sunday, DUPO responded to lion to student organizations a call about an intoxicated student seeking change throughout the in the common area outside St. country. Martins. The student was taken to Strong Women, Strong Girls is a Mercy Hospital and referred to the support organization dedicated to Office of Student Life. empowering young, troubled girls. To Also on Sunday, two students in St. do this, the organization sets the girls Martin were found to be in posses- up with college women who serve as sion of marijuana, drug parapherna- mentors to guide the girls through lia and alcohol. They were referred to their troubles. the Office of Student Conduct. The organization has a mo- On Sunday, DUPO responded to a tive to develop capable leaders call about students on Vickroy Street in the empowerment of women outside St. Ann. One alcohol citation in society by training mentors to was issued to a non-affiliate and one promote fortitude in the young Duquesne student was referred to the girls. The intent is to bring about Office of Student Conduct. real change in society through the On Sunday, a vehicle was dam- strengthening of young women. aged while parked outside the Pa- “Strong Women, Strong Girls Dejah Braggs/Staff Photographer lumbo Center on Magee Street. is a national mentoring organi- Zipcar, a car-sharing company that has cars on campus, helped to sponsor a contest with Ford Motor Company to award On Sunday, an administrative zation based in Pittsburgh and scholarship money to student organizations that promote change. DU’s chapter of Strong Women, Strong Girls placed second. search of a St. Martin room yielded Boston,” said Rachael Reiner, marijuana and drug paraphernalia. one of the Chapter Directors. in with the girls, talk about high forever stay with the girls. off campus and an important part The students were referred to the “Duquesne University is the points and low points of their The rewards the organization of our mission to make colleges Office of Student Conduct. largest chapter of the six univer- weeks, teach the girls about strong won through the program will aid and universities better places to On Monday, a student in St. Mar- sities with SWSG programs in women in history or current soci- in the expansion of the program live, work and study,” said Kate tin was found in possession of mari- Pittsburgh. As an organization, ety and provide a great mentor re- throughout Pittsburgh, since the Pope Smith, director of integrat- juana and drug paraphernalia. The we are dedicated to matching lationship for the girls who need a organization relies heavily on ed marketing for Zipcar. resident was referred to the Office of college-aged women with ele- role model to look up to.” Zipcar for transportation. “We’re incredibly proud of our Student Conduct. mentary girls in grades 3-5.” The organization’s Facebook “Without Zipcar, we definitely annual ‘Students with Drive’ pro- Also on Monday, a resident student Reiner continued to explain the re- page states that the organization wouldn’t have the impact that we gram and the impact student win- and a non-affiliate were found by the sponsibilities of the mentors and what has built a program that shows the do in Pittsburgh,” said Emma-Rae ners have made on campuses and Lordes Grotto with a small amount specifically happens at the meetings. girls the impact of strong female Ranger, experimental learning in their local communities, from of marijuana. Both were issued state “Our college mentors attend role models in society. Through coordinator. “Without Zipcar, we providing innovative models to citations, and the non-affiliate was is- mentoring sessions at the same mentoring and skill-building ac- can’t mentor. We can’t get to our combat hunger, to mentoring el- sued a defiant trespass and removed elementary school or community tivities, relationships are built that sites. We can’t get to our girls.” ementary students and getting from campus. program each week,” she said. establish a strong level of self- “Student organizations are key students outside to connect with “At the sites, our mentors check assurance and a skillset that will drivers of positive change on and nature,” she said. October 19, 2017 News THEDUQUESNEDUKE 3 ISIS capital taken by Newman lecture hosted by DU U.S.-backed Syrians ARCHIVE— from page 1 AP — U.S.-backed Syrian forces in northern Syria to prepare for to www.newmanarchive.word- were removing land mines and the defeat of the militants. He press.com, a blog created to clearing roads in the northern said the United States will help document the project. More city of Raqqa on Wednesday, a in clearing explosives as well as than 200 boxes of material day after commanders said they restoring services in the city. were photographed using ad- had driven the Islamic State McGurk posted a photograph vanced lighting and image-cap- group from its de facto capital. Wednesday of surrendering IS turing techniques, with a total Mustafa Bali, spokesman for militants, saying: “Once purport- of 233,886 images generated. the Kurdish-led Syrian Demo- ed as fierce, now pathetic and a According to Joyce, the digi- cratic Forces, said preparations lost cause.” He said IS lost nearly tization project also offered an were underway for a formal dec- 6,000 militants in Raqqa before opportunity for Newman’s physi- laration of the city’s liberation. surrendering in large numbers. cal archives to be reorganized The SDF said Tuesday that The White House says the im- and stored in more suitable military operations in Raqqa have minent liberation of the Islamic conditions. Previously, boxes ended and that their troops have State stronghold of Raqqa will and loose papers had been piled taken full control of the city. The open a new phase in the Syr- around the Birmingham Ora- U.S.-led coalition cautioned that ian conflict. Spokeswoman Sarah tory almost haphazardly. Now the clearing operations would con- Huckabee Sanders blamed the they are cataloged and housed in tinue, saying some 100 militants Syrian government for hindering acid-free boxes on properly con- Kaye Burnet/Staff Writer may still be hiding in the city. previous efforts to free Raqqa. structed shelving units. The National Institute for Newman Studies partnered with Duquesne to present a On Wednesday, the spokesman Aid and charity organizations Joyce cautioned that schol- lecture on digitally preserving many of Newman’s formerly unpublished documents. for the coalition, Col. Ryan Dil- have warned of the high cost ars won’t discover anything too lon, tweeted that 95 percent of borne by civilians. surprising in the archives, and the city is now under full control The U.N. refugee agency said he told researchers not to ex- ments can only result in a deep- chives will actually encourage more as clearing operations continue. that in the last few days, around pect any “eureka moments” that ening of faith.” scholars to want to visit the Oratory. The coalition stressed that the 40,000 Raqqa residents arrived change the way Newman or his According to Joyce, the next step If Newman is canonized, or made SDF has been successful in holding in already overcrowded displace- scholarship is viewed. the Birmingham Oratory wants to a Catholic saint, that would also in- onto captured territory because of ment camps in the province, “It is by Newman’s public pursue is to establish a permanent crease the number of visitors beyond its thorough clearing procedures, warning of the danger of land works that he should be judged library and reading room for the the current facilities’ capabilities. which prevent counterattacks. mines and unexploded ordnance. ... [The archives] can serve to put Newman archives. Joyce said that The cost of such a project would be Brett McGurk, the top U.S. en- The fall of Raqqa marks a major flesh on the bones of the man,” instead of replacing the physical around $3.6 million, according to the voy for the coalition, said he was defeat for the extremist group. Joyce said. “Reading these docu- archives, he expects the digital ar- Birmingham Oratory website. GOP, Dem senators tout legislative deal on Obamacare fixes

AP — The authors of a bipartisan tions on our bill,” Murray told re- plan to calm health insurance mar- porters. Asked if the measure was kets said Wednesday they’ll push still alive, she said, “Of course it is.” the proposal forward, even as Presi- Alexander said Trump called him dent Donald Trump’s stance rico- Wednesday morning and encour- cheted from supportive to disdain- aged him to continue his effort, but ful to arm’s-length and the plan’s left wiggle room. fate teetered. “I may want to add something to “If something can happen, that’s it,” Alexander said in a brief inter- fine,” Trump told reporters at the view with The Associated Press, de- White House. “But I won’t do any- scribing what Trump told him about thing to enrich the insurance com- the deal. “And it may have to be part panies because right now the insur- of a larger negotiation.” ance companies are being enriched. Senate Finance Committee Chair- They’ve been enriched by Obam- man Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, criticized acare like nothing anybody has ever the plan, saying: “It would last two seen before.” years and spend a whopping amount The agreement by Sens. Lamar AP Photo of money and not solve the problem Alexander, R-Tenn., and Patty Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) and Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) are authors of a bipartisan plan that would extend federal subsi- and lead us down a path of never Murray, D-Wash., on a two-year dies to insurers for two years, bypassing a recent executive order ending subsidies. Trump has sent mixed signals on the bill. getting the problem done.” Senate extension of federal subsidies to Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, insurers that Trump has blocked Overall, it was a bad day for the bi- endorsements from Democrats and many buying their own health insur- R-Ky., has been non-committal. gained an important new foe. The partisan accord, with several Repub- some Republicans. It includes steps ance who make too much to qualify Senate Minority Leader Chuck anti-abortion National Right to licans conceding that it likely needed won by Republicans to make it eas- for tax credits that help reduce pre- Schumer, D-N.Y., said to address Life said it opposed the measure Trump’s backing to survive. ier for insurers to avoid some cov- miums for lower earners. Trump’s aversion to enriching insur- because it lacked language barring “Without the president supporting erage requirements under Obama’s Confusingly, Trump praised the bi- ers, Democrats had offered to delay people from using their federally it, I don’t think you have the votes 2010 overhaul. partisan agreement early Tuesday as the measure’s impact for a month subsidized coverage to buy policies in the House or the Senate,” No. 3 But Trump has lambasted the sub- a “very good solution,” only to berate after enactment to let insurers low- covering abortion, said Jennifer Senate GOP leader John Thune of sidies as insurance company bailouts. it in an evening speech. Some said er premiums after payments were Popik, the group’s top lobbyist. South Dakota told reporters, adding, “It’s not a full approach and we his objections Wednesday to enrich- restored. Insurers in some states In another blow, Doug Andres, “We’re stalled out.” need something to go a little fur- ing insurers could be addressed by have installed higher premiums for spokesman for House Speaker Paul Alexander and Murray shook ther,” said White House spokeswom- strengthening language in the com- next year, anticipating the subsidies Ryan, R-Wis., said Ryan “does not hands on their agreement this week an Sarah Huckabee Sanders. promise to ensure the money directly would end. Schumer said White see anything that changes his view after months of intermittent talks. The money reimburses carriers for benefits customers, not companies. House officials rejected that idea. that the Senate should keep its fo- Failure to restore the federal pay- lowering co-payments and deduct- “We will keep working on it,” said GOP co-sponsors include Sens. cus on repeal and replace of Obam- ments to insurers could result in ibles for about 6 million lower-in- Alexander. He said he and Murray John McCain of Arizona, Lisa acare.” With hard-right conserva- higher premiums for millions buy- come customers, which the compa- would formally unveil the bill Thurs- Murkowski of Alaska and Ten- tives wielding considerable influence ing their own individual policies nies must do under Obama’s statute. day and predicted that “some form of nessee’s Bob Corker. Sen. Mike and unwilling to prop up President and drive carriers from unprofitable Without those funds, insurers the proposal” would become law by Rounds, R-S.D., said Alexander Barack Obama’s health care law, it markets. Many in Congress would would likely boost premiums by an year’s end. It could become part of a has eight or nine Republican co- was unclear if Ryan would be will- love to avoid blame for two such tu- average 20 percent, the nonparti- must-pass bill preventing a federal sponsors, and Democrats plan to ing to even bring the measure to his multuous events. san Congressional Budget Office has shutdown due in December. provide an equal number to build chamber’s floor. The compromise has won warm projected. This would especially hit “The president has had six posi- bipartisan pressure. 4 Opinions THEDUQUESNEDUKE staff editorial 113 College Hall 600 Forbes Avenue ‘#Me too’ shows solidarity Pittsburgh, PA 15282 with sexual assault victims

editorial staff In the wake of the numerous sexual accusations against film editor-in-chief Leah Devorak producer Harvey Weinstein, the news editor Raymond Arke #MeToo campaign — a social me- opinions editor Shivani Gosai dia movement led by women and features editor Ollie Gratzinger men revealing their own experi- a&e editor Zach Landau ences with sexual harassment sports editor Adam Lindner and assault — emerged, leading photo editor Kailey Love to an abundance of people on asst. photo editor Bryanna McDermott several social media platforms layout editor Hallie Lauer coming forward. administrative staff Several notable figures have adviser Bobby Kerlik made posts regarding their expe- ad manager Madison Pastrick riences, including actress Alyssa email us: [email protected] Milano, who said on Twitter, “Sug- gested by a friend: If all the women who have been sexually harassed or assaulted wrote ‘Me too’ as a status, we might give people a sense of the magnitude of the problem.” The movement has successfully Love the trees until brought awareness. Many peo- ple were surprised at how many their leaves fall off, times the hashtag appeared on their timelines. then encourage Such deplorable crimes aren’t limited to Hollywood, either, as them to try again Duquesne’s own campus has wit- Cartoon by Leah Devorak nessed several sexual violence next year. crimes recently. While people of all gender the viewpoint identities are and can be sexu- Chad Sugg Trump threatens freedom of press after feelings hurt ally harassed or assaulted — even 240-pound former NFL player and President Donald Trump seems Second, journalists have to regulate to challenge the free press is to chal- actor Terry Crews came forward T to have more energy for disliking what they are publishing for the sake lenge democracy. Trump can’t tell and shared his own experience of You just read Now tweet the press than he does for absolutely of their reputation. You cannot be a journalists, “Cover only the good being unwelcomedly groped by a our thoughts. us yours. anything else. Since he began to run successful journalist with no cred- things about me or I will take away Hollywood executive once -- not for president, Trump has attacked ibility. It just does not make sense. your license!” because, when he took everyone may be comfortable with @TheDuquesneDuke multiple news organizations and Trump does not need to worry about the oath for office, he also took an sharing their own stories. journalists, calling them the “most his reputation the same way journal- oath to defend the First Amendment. Natalia Rudiak, Pittsburgh’s dishonest people.” ists do. I’m unsure of Trump’s knowl- “It’s really quite amazing when congresswoman who is also a sexu- “The FAKE NEWS media (failing edge on anything besides golfing and you think that freedom of the press, al assault victim, said, “This matter @nytimes, @NBCNews, @ABC, @ Tweeting, especially knowledge of the not only sort of a cornerstone of the is private. It’s embarrassing. It can CBS, @CNN) is not my enemy, it is Constitution or how broad- U.S. Constitution but very much feel shameful and that’s why we the enemy of the American Peo- cast licenses work. something that the United States don’t talk about it in society.” editorial ple!” he tweeted in February. What’s more dis- defended over the years, is now itself The pressure for victims to His attacks against the gusting than free- under attack from the President,” the speak out, as well as the stigma press are as idiotic as dom of press? U.N. High Commissioner for Human that can often accompany their policy when he claimed he cre- The fact that Rights Zeid Ra‘ad al-Hussein said at statement, if they ever do choose The Duquesne Duke is the student- ated the word “fake.” our president, a conference in August. to share it, can be highly discour- written, student-managed newspaper I’ve written multiple col- whose lies have Trump’s words are just a threat aging for someone who may feel of Duquesne University. It is published every Thursday during the academic umns on my thoughts of been exposed and will remain a threat, but his isolated enough already. year except during semester breaks and Trump, but this time, time and time rhetoric is dangerous. The fact that While the #MeToo campaign holidays, and prior to final exams. The I can honestly say his again, wants to he would even threaten something can be encouraging for those Staff Editorial is based upon the opin- moronic babbling has punish a news as dramatic as this suggests he ions of the editors of The Duke and does who are not ready to share their not necessarily reflect the views of the never filled me with so organization for doesn’t understand the most basic story, it should not cause undue students, faculty, administration, stu- much rage. Before this, I hurting his feel- of democratic concepts. pressure. If it is safe to do so and dent government or the University pub- was merely tolerating his ings with an entire- It’s clear that Trump dislikes someone is ready to share their lications board. Op-ed columns do not stupidity. Now I absolutely ly credible report. If the press because it constantly reflect the opinions of The Duke, but experience, be there for them. rather are the sole opinions of the col- cannot wait until the day this Trump is so concerned calls him out on his lies and offen- Help support them. No one umnists themselves. ridiculous walking Cheeto is with the truth, maybe sive comments. OK, next time you Shivani Gosai should ever feel pressured to removed from office. he should start with make fun of a disabled reporter, talk about their traumatic expe- Letters policy opinions editor Letters to the editor must be typed, The statement that pushed the lies he himself insult a minority group or speak ill rience. If someone is ever brave double-spaced and include the writ- me to the edge was a direct puts forth. of our veterans, we’ll make sure to enough to come to you about er’s name, school/department and attack on the Constitution. Lies such as the time he boasted not report it. what has happened to them, just phone number for verification. Letters “It is frankly disgusting the press about how he has signed more bills We get it, Trump: You want to should be no longer than 300 words be there, and if needed, refer and should be delivered to The Duke is able to write whatever it wants than any president in history, that the end all unflattering critiques against them to any of the on-campus office at 113 College Hall or e-mailed to write,” Trump told reporters at a Russian investigation does not involve you. You want the media to put a resources we have, including to [email protected] by 5 p.m. White House conference on Oct. 11. him whatsoever, how the U.S. is the gold star on your forehead and say, any faculty member, Health Ser- Tuesday. The editors reserve the right “With all of the Fake News com- highest taxed country in the world or “You’re doing great sweetie!” How- vices or the Counseling Center. to edit any and all submitted copies. ever, if you want to earn that praise, All letters must be verified before being ing out of NBC and the Networks, at that he opposes the war in the Middle This does not have to be some- published. what point is it appropriate to chal- East. If you’re still in denial about how you need to put an end to your hate- thing they go through alone. lenge their License? Bad for coun- toxic Trump’s words are, The New ful rhetoric and make a greater effort Hopefully the #MeToo cam- Corrections/clarifications try!” he tweeted on the same day. York Times compiled a fascinating list as the leader of our country. If this paign and the attention that has Readers should report any story or sounds too difficult for you, let me photo error to The Duke. All legitimate First of all, journalists cannot of (almost) all of his lies. recently been brought to sexual give you a simpler option: Quit. errors will be corrected in print the fol- publish whatever they please. There Let me remind you one of the signs assault will spark change in in- lowing edition. are libel laws against defamation, of the beginning of a fascist regime: Shivani Gosai is a senior journal- dustries where it is prevalent, and Contact and opinion is not considered defa- the elimination of free press. His ig- ism major and can be reached at positive action will be taken to mation in the United States. norance is no longer funny, because [email protected]. prevent future assaults. email [email protected] Opinions 5 Freshman death during hazing ritual raises concerns

Vince Gullo from hazing event leader Mat- staff columnist thew Naquin. Naquin, although only one year older than Gruber, What ever happened to good had complete control over his ac- old keg stands and toga par- tions, and made him drink until ties? Just recently, a freshman he passed out. at Louisiana State University Who could blame Gruber for messing up anyway? The Greek was found dead on a couch at the alphabet is confusing and pretty university’s Phi Delta Theta fra- stupid (except for, like, four cool ternity chapter house. As tragic letters). The whole “knowledge of as the event was, it unfortunate- the fraternity” thing is asinine. ly is not surprising. The frater- Why would one spend time nity hazing death has become an studying the way that Jimmy from unfortunate expectation of every Alpha Chai Tea Latte clips his toe- Courtesy of The Advocate starting semester. It has no lon- nails when they could be study- ger become an issue of if, but of ing something actually useful that According to the National Study of Student Hazing, 73 percent of students participating in social fraternities and sorori- when and where. they’re learning in real classes? ties have experienced at least one hazing behavior. The aspiring fraternity mem- The stupidity of this pseudo-dic- lutely necessary, but schools can’t huge. Students of virtually every interest in Greek Life, I can’t help tatorial dynamic is painful, and ber, 18-year-old Maxwell Gruber, control what happens behind closed background and interest group but feel some level of concern and the fact that people are dying from was pronounced dead at a local doors. Short of eliminating all Greek participate in Greek Life. With anxiety about “rushing.” What these events is even worse. Inci- hospital with a blood alcohol con- Greek Life comes philanthropy happened at LSU, Penn State and dents like this are unfortunately life, which is an unreasonable on opportunities, lifelong friendships countless other schools was noth- tent of 0.496 percent, more than not uncommon. Just this May, a many levels, not much can be done and a social experience that cannot ing more than an accident, and 6 times the legal driving limit. student was killed during a rush to prevent these incidents. How can be encountered at any other stage that’s the scary part. These events Gruber reached this state of ine- event at Penn State. you have any control over something of life. But a reputation of elitism, could happen anywhere if not briation during a fraternity hazing States and schools have attempt- you can’t see or even predict? To me, hazing and overall bad behavior careful. And the consequences are ritual called “bible study,” where ed to come down hard on hazing. there seems to be no clear answer pledges, or frat-hopefuls, were can deter many from joining and very real. Besides for obviously In Louisiana, by law, any student from an administrative standpoint. forced to answer various ques- involved in a hazing incident will has even led to the discontinuation dying, members can face criminal Is one’s search for brotherhood tions involving Phi Delta Theta immediately be subject to expul- of chapters here at Duquesne. Just charges and expulsion. At Penn worth losing a life over? And why and Greek Life in general. Wrong sion. On almost every campus, col- a couple of years ago, Duquesne’s State, eight students were charged answers resulted in the pledges leges take pride in having a “no haz- would anyone feel that their insti- chapter of Alpha Tau Omega was with voluntary manslaughter after being forced to take a swig of ing” Greek community, and there tution is so prestigious that they dis-chaptered after allegations of their incident. Regardless of how alcohol. Gruber apparently kept are harsh punishments in place for feel the need to put an aspiring hazing, drug use and other less- many pairs of Sperry’s and pastel- messing up the Greek Alphabet those who fail to abide by their code member in harm’s way? than-savory activities. colored shorts I own, I’m not sign- and was met with harassment of conduct. These rules are abso- Here at Duquesne, Greek Life is As a freshman with potential ing up to die OR go to jail.

Hollywood is shining a spotlight on sexual assault but now being uncovered thanks to the ther legal action will happen, not just brave victims of Harvey Weinstein who court settlements but jail time, too. have come forward. On Oct. 11, actress Rose McGowan, one On Oct. 5, The New York Times pub- of Weinstein’s victims, went on a Twitter lished an article titled “Harvey Weinstein rant against him, Ben Affleck and the in- Paid Off Sexual Harassment Accusers for dustry. Her Twitter account was tempo- Decades” that detailed the disgusting rarily suspended. Twitter said it was for actions of sexual assault Weinstein had “privacy and security” reasons, i.e. doxx- committed against his victims. ing, which is posting names or informa- Before I go any further, I would like to tion about other users. However this is iterate that I am not a fan of saying an infuriatingly ridiculous for two reasons. individual is guilty before they are put on First, because she was calling out those trial, especially in rape cases, since both who were involved in some way with the reputation of the accused and the ac- Weinstein, not random people. Second, cuser are tarnished in the media storm, because Nazis and radical leftists, whose no matter what the outcome. accounts are often overlooked, doxx all However, this is not a normal case. Wein- the time. Twitter’s policies are not fairly stein has settled cases before with mul- applied, and this should disgust people. tiple women, and there are audio record- Something that may be lost in all the ings of an incident where Weinstein asks accusations is that it isn’t just women young actress Ashley Judd to watch him who have been molested here. Actor shower, among other things. According to Terry Crews was also a victim. Sexual Courtesy of Getty Images Ronan Farrow of the New Yorker during assault and rape affects men, too, and The board of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Producers Guild of America a 10-month investigation, 13 women were Crews has helped to shine a spotlight on stripped Harvey Weinstein of his memberships after sexual assault allegations surfaced. sexually assaulted or raped by Weinstein this. Women often aren’t taken seriously between the 1990’s to 2015. when they are raped, and men even less What happens when you arrive, how- For a long time, conspiracies about abuse so. Hopefully, we as a society can try to Michael Williams ever, is vastly different than expected. staff columnist have been floating around Hollywood, and find whatever small silver lining there Instead of a business meeting, this key- Weinstein was no stranger to these. is in the Harvey Weinstein tragedy and Imagine meeting with the person who holder wants you to perform lewd acts As of the writing of this article, ac- start to look at why sexual assault and will hold the key to the career of your for them. For many stars in Hollywood, tions of have been taken against Wein- rape happen, why survivors don’t speak dreams, a goal you have spent your life this wasn’t just a hypothetical scenario. stein. He was fired from the Weinstein out and, most importantly, prevent these pursuing, finally about to be realized. It was reality, a reality hinted at before Company by its board. Hopefully, fur- events from ever occurring again.

Opinions October 19, 2017 6 FEATURES Expensive eats: Is Campus Market the priciest shop around?

Ollie Gratzinger er than getting ticked off at Duquesne for features editor charging you almost $3.00 for that pump- kin spice Clif Bar, blame the Clif Bar com- hances are, if you’ve found your pany for inflating its own prices. way into Campus Market for a Manz also notes that Giant Eagle Clate-night snack run, or if you’ve may not be the best retailer to con- wandered in to grab a quick bite in be- trast with Campus Market. tween classes, you’ve probably noticed “It’s important to note that the that something is a little fishy, and I’m Campus Market is not really compara- not just talking about the sushi. ble to a large retailer or national chain I’m talking prices. like Walmart or Giant Eagle because High prices. it doesn’t do the same volume,” Manz Everything about college tends to be said. “A product cost is different for costly, from tuition and textbooks to the university, and we aren’t eligible room and board. As it seems, though, to receive the same incentives.” Ollie Gratzinger/Features editor food is another expense that really The cost differs based on a few fac- Fisher Market, a pit-stop for busy students, also adds up over time, especially if you do tors, like whether or not the store is a displays prices higher than local grocery stores. most of your grocery shopping at one national or local chain. and a walk into town on a brisk au- of the on-campus markets rather than “All retailers pay different prices for tumn day yeilded price tags that were trekking it to the South Side Giant Ea- the same product through distribu- still, in fact, lower than those at Cam- gle. But after a quick analysis of prices Ollie Gratzinger/Features editor tors. Some stores pay what’s listed in pus Market. in Towers’ own Market, you might find Giant Eagle, known for its high prices compared the distributor’s catalog, while others A Clif Bar at CVS will run you $1.87. that the trip is worth it, after all. to its competitors, is much cheaper than Market. get a ‘blanket discount’ off all products Pringles, $2.29 and Easy Mac, $1.67. Clif Bars, a personal favorite of ant Eagle and $4.99 at Campus Mar- based on volume or rebates that may be At 7-Eleven, a Clif Bar is getting a mine, cost $1.20 at Giant Eagle, ket. Pringles, which celebrated 50 available,” Manz explained. “The more tiny bit pricer at $1.99, but that’s still whereas they’re sitting at a lofty $2.89 product (collectively) a retailer pur- considerably less than the outrageous at Campus Market. Chobani Greek years of snacking this year, runs a hungry shopper $1.99 at Giant Eagle, chases, the larger their discount. This $2.89 you’ll shell out at Market. Cho- Yogurt, a healthy way to sooth an ach- is especially true in national stores like ing sweet tooth, rings out at $1.59 at but a hungry college student will be bani Yogurt comes in at $1.79, and the Giant Eagle. However, Market again looking at $3.49 for the same exact Walmart and Target or at chains like same cereal, 10.5 ounces of Frosted sees a price tag more than doubling thing at Market. Giant Eagle that are required to pur- Flakes, costs $3.99. its grocery-store cost: $2.75. Easy What’s up with this? It’s no wonder chase certain product and amounts in As you can tell, the prices at CVS Mac, a staple of the college-kid diet, we run out of FLEX so fast! order to receive distributor discounts.” are higher than those at Giant Eagle, is an affordable $1.29 at Giant Eagle. According to Dave Manz, Duquesne Manz also noted that it’s easier to and 7-Eleven is a tiny bit more expen- But, you guessed it: Campus Market dining resident district manager, compare Campus Market pricing “to a sive than that. But they’re still lower charges an extra dollar, bringing the there’s a decent reason for these price convenience store or locally owned oper- than what Campus Market charges grand total for microwavable mac- discrepancies. ation with a limited amount of locations.” for the same goods. It makes sense and-cheese to $2.29 per bowl. First of all, Manz says that Campus So that’s exactly what I did. that purchasing costs differ because Cereal is another offender, with Market doesn’t do its own pricing. That Downtown Pittsburgh is a breeding Frosted Flakes priced as $3.29 at Gi- task falls to the suppliers, instead. So rath- ground of CVS stores and 7-Elevens, see MARKET— page 12 Stuff’d Pierogi Bar misses mark on beloved Pittsburgh classic Shivani Gosai Stuff’d Pierogi Bar opened downtown out to the bar to chat with a friend. When opinions editor in mid-September. Located on 130 I say chat, I mean shout. Right next to our veryone loves pierogies, espe- Seventh St., the bar has about 14 dif- table. I tried my best to focus on anything cially the people of Pittsburgh. ferent varieties of pierogies to choose other than this strange, shouting man. EThey have been a staple dish from. I have always loved pierogies and Our food came out pretty quickly but of our city, alongside favorites such jumped at the chance to try out this was honestly disappointing. The best as the Primanti’s sandwich or Sarris spin on classic Pittsburgh comfort food. part of the pierogi dish was the caramel- chocolate. We have even gone as far in The restaurant has a perfect location ized onions, which held all the flavor. The displaying our obsession by watching in the theater district. However, the res- potato and cheese pierogies themselves pierogies race at Pirates games. taurant itself is quite small. The inside were extremely bland and tasted like For those of you who don’t know of the bar is a cozy atmosphere with soft nothing. One of my pierogies had mush- what pierogies are (I assume you are lighting — everything from the walls, bar rooms inside, and one of my boyfriend’s not from Pittsburgh), they are essen- and tables were dark wood. There are pierogies had chicken inside. That odd tially potato and cheese dumplings openings in the wall facing out to Katz mistake turned us off completely. We got folded into a semicircle. They are tra- Plaza. The atmosphere is fairly cute and our check and left, extremely sad and dis- ditionally an Eastern European dish comfortable, minus the loud pop music appointed with the meal we just had. and are believed to be first created in blasting through the speakers that didn’t If you’re going to create a restaurant Poland, thus becoming their national seem to fit the aesthetic at all. based on a specific dish, it would be pre- dish. They have also been popular in There was no hostess or host stand Shivani Gosai/Opinions Editor ferred to create the best possible version nations such as Russia, Slovakia and at the entrance. The restaurant was Each serving of pierogies comes with fried on- of that dish that you can. To price the ions on top and some sour cream on the side. Ukraine, eventually making their way empty, aside from the four people sit- dish I had at $13 (that is about $2 per to Western Pennsylvania by way of ting at the bar, which was surprising you’d like, you also get to choose wheth- pierogi) is way too expensive for some- immigrants. because it seemed like a show at one of er you’d like them steamed or fried. All thing that just made me so sad. I can the theaters had just ended, and there pierogies are tossed in butter and topped buy a box of Mrs. T’s frozen pierogies for was a crowd wandering the area. I wait- with caramelized onions, as well as a side way cheaper, and they actually taste like ed about 10 minutes before a waitress of sour cream. Prices range from $13 to something other than cardboard. noticed me awkwardly standing at the $17, depending on how fancy you choose However, I understand that running a front of the restaurant. She proceeded your pierogies to be. The menu also in- restaurant is extremely difficult at the be- to give me what seemed to be the worst cludes salads (topped with pierogies, of ginning. Stuff’d Pierogi Bar has a lot to work table, located in between two server course) and a vegetarian pierogi option on, and I hope to return in a few months to stations in the middle of the restaurant. that is stuffed with mushrooms. see things turned around. The restaurant The menu has an array of different I chose to go old-school with the classic has announced that they are working on types of pierogies — ranging from adven- steamed potato and cheese pierogis, be- gluten-free and vegan options, which is a turous to classic fillings such as Peach cause if your classic pierogis aren’t good, great way to reach out to more customers. Pulled Pork, Buffalo Chicken or original how good can the adventurous ones be? I just hope they can do pierogies justice, for Shivani Gosai/Opinions Editor Sweet Cabbage. All pierogies are hand- Our waitress was kind and efficient. How- the sake of Pittsburgh. Stuff’d Pierogi Bar opened downtown on Sept. made in-house and come six to an order. ever, there was a man — who I believe Ultimately, this restaurant was a great 15, specializing in Pittsburgh’s adored pierogies. Once you pick what type of pierogies worked in the kitchen — who kept coming concept that is poorly executed. SPORTS 7 Following blowout win, FB awaits key NEC game Duquesne News — On Oct. 17, 2017, at Atlantic 10 lone conference loss coming on Adam Lindner Media Day at Capital One Arena sports editor Nov. 19, 2016 at Wagner. St. Francis lost in the first in Washington, D.C., sophomore Following a dominant 51-14 round of the 2016 FCS playoffs to guard Mike Lewis II was selected victory over crosstown NEC ri- No. 9 Villanova, 31-21. to the All-Atlantic 10 Preseason val Robert Morris on Oct. 14, The year prior, Duquesne won Third Team, and the Dukes were Duquesne’s football team (5-1, the conference title outright in 2-0) is preparing for perhaps the 2015, going on to lose in the first picked to finish last in the 14-team most vital game that the North- round of the FCS playoffs to No. conference in the preseason east Conference has seen over the 13 William & Mary, 52-49, with team poll. Lewis became the first course of the past three-plus years. St. Francis finishing second in Duquesne men’s basketball But the Dukes won’t tell you that. the conference at 4-2 (NEC). player to be selected to a pre- “Well, we know it’s a very impor- Now, days removed from a rub- tant game, and we know [that] this ber match that may very well deter- season team since T.J. McConnell game [may] potentially [be] the mine the NEC’s 2017 FCS playoff in 2011-12. conference championship, but we participant, the conference’s top- — On Oct. 18, men’s soccer are preparing for this game just like two teams prepare to meet in an (3-10-1, 1-4) lost to St. Bona. 1-0 any other game,” star sophomore intrastate showdown in Pittsburgh. in 2OT. The Dukes have three tailback A.J. Hines said via text on Riding a five-game winning Oct. 18. “We have a saying, which is streak into Saturday, the Dukes more games before the A-10 ‘[the upcoming] game is important will rely on a high-powered of- tournament begins on Nov. 4. because it’s the next game.’” fensive attack led by graduate Only the top-eight teams in the At 12 p.m. on Oct. 21, Duquesne quarterback Tommy Stuart, who Courtesy of Duquesne Athletics standings at season’s end compete will welcome reigning NEC cham- The FCS leader in receiving touchdowns with 10, junior wideout Nehari Crawford, is tied for the FCS lead in pass- in the tournament. Duquesne is pion St. Francis (4-2, 2-0) to Ar- ing scores with 20 touchdowns looks to continue to torment opposing secondaries on Oct. 21 vs. St. Francis. currently 12th. thur J. Rooney Athletic Field for thrown this season, and wide which they forced four Bulldog maintain Lewis, whose high usage the NEC Game of the Week, ex- receiver Nehari Crawford, who turnovers, is 0-8 all-time versus rate has led to his No. 6 spot in — On Oct. 15, women’s soccer actly one year after losing to St. leads the country with 10 receiv- Duquesne at Rooney Field, and the nation in receptions per game (10-4-2, 6-2) lost 2-0 vs. UMass. Francis 14-10 on Oct. 21, 2016 in ing touchdowns this year. 2-20 versus Duquesne in Pitts- (8.2), and junior tailback Jymere The Dukes have two more games Loretto, Pa. With the conference’s top scor- burgh all-time in a series that Jordan-Toney, who leads the NEC before the 2017 Atlantic 10 Cham- The Dukes won a share of the ing offense averaging 35.5 points dates back to 1913. with 92.3 rushing yards per game. pionship tournament begins on NEC regular-season title alongside per game, Duquesne hopes to Junior St. Francis wide receiver DU’s offense hopes that its St. Francis last year but missed out maintain its momentum against Kamron Lewis, the 2016 NEC Of- passing game’s success will sus- Oct. 28. The women’s team was on the FCS playoffs since St. Fran- St. Francis, who boasts the fensive Player of the Year, recorded tain against SFU. In a rainy game slotted at No. 3 at press time. cis owned the head-to-head tie- league’s top defense (12.0 points 202 yards receiving and a touch- last year in Loretto, Hines rushed — No. 25 women’s bowling breaker between the two squads. against per game). down on Oct. 14 versus Bryant. for 128 yards and one touchdown placed sixth of 18 teams at the Both finished 5-1 last season in The Red Flash, fresh off of a Duquesne’s defense will need on 25 carries, but the Dukes only Bud Whitman Baker/Traditional conference play, with St. Francis’ 30-14 road win over Bryant in to make a concerted effort to recorded 150 passing yards. in Reading, Pa., over the past weekend to begin its season. — Women’s swimming & div- Future of soccer in U.S. uncertain after loss ing begins its 2017-18 campaign at the Richmond Duels vs. Davidson Drew White In short: If it could have gone came with the MLS’ birth in 1996. of recent rapid expansion — four wrong, it did. An own goal in the Now, following a humiliating teams have joined the league since on Oct. 20 and vs. Richmond on staff writer game’s 17th minute and a long failure to qualify for the world’s 2015, with Los Angeles FC set to Oct. 21. Impossible. Unthinkable. Un- shot from Trinidad defender Al- foremost tournament, the coun- join in 2018 followed by a Miami — From 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, believable. vin Jones curved past American try may face a deficit of youth in- franchise in 2019 — foreign play- Oct. 21, men’s basketball will These are just a few words to de- keeper Tim Howard soon after, terest in the sport. ers coming in are being given host a fanfest at the A.J. Palumbo pict what’s going on inside of the giving Trinidad and Tobago an The U.S. sits as the 27th-best more chances to develop than heads of USA soccer fans following early 2-0 lead. soccer team in the world, even homegrown American players are. Center. Activities include com- a stunning 2-1 loss at the hands of Christian Pulisic gave the Amer- after to its monumental defeat. The next World Cup for them plimentary donuts and coffee, an FIFA’s No. 99-ranked team, Trini- icans life at the beginning of the The Americans were not only sup- is in 2022, and while people may open practice, team autographs, a dad and Tobago, on Oct. 10. The second half with a goal from just posed to be one of the top teams reminisce of legends like Howard skills competition, giveaways and loss eliminated the United States outside the penalty area, and Clint in their field; they were supposed and Dempsey from time-to-time, facepainting. from World Cup contention for Dempsey had numerous scoring to be a favorite to advance. it’s officially a transitioning period the first time since 1986. opportunities toward the end of Now, for the sake of the pro- for the country’s soccer program. National News The U.S. went into the match the match, but the United States gram, as well as for the sake of the With a new crop of players de- with a two-point lead in their were never able to tie the game. sport in the country, it’s time to veloping — some in the MLS, oth- — On the NBA’s opening night five-team qualifying table over Meanwhile, Panama beat Mex- hit the reset button. on Oct. 17, newly-acquired Celtics both Panama and Honduras, and ico 3-2, and Honduras beat Costa Next summer’s World Cup ers in European leagues — play- forward Gordon Hayward badly had a 92 percent chance of ad- Rica in a 2-1 thriller, effectively was supposed to be the last run ers like Josh Sargent and Weston vancing to the World Cup prior to ousting the United States from for greats Tim Howard, Clint McKennie, who have showed injured his lower left leg against the Trinidad and Tobago match. their hexagonal qualifying field, Dempsey & Co, as well as the na- glimpses of their potential recent- Cleveland. Hayward’s injuries re- ly, must continue to develop if the The team had faced its’ fair and thus, the World Cup. tional emergence of 19-year-old portedly include a fractured ankle United States are to return to re- share of struggles throughout Since the last time America phenom midfielder Christian Pu- and leg that will require surgery. the qualifying process, but didn’t missed the World Cup 31 years lisic, but now, it’s time for the pro- spectable form sooner than later. — After building a 2-0 series lead in seem to be in true danger of fail- ago, there has been a steady climb gram as a whole to look at itself Hopefully, when given their ing to quality. Few could have ex- in the game’s intrigue amongst cit- and figure out what’s gone awry. shot, younger stars will showcase the A.L.C.S., the Houston Astros now pected what transpired from 8 to izens, and more importantly, the Sunil Gulati, the president of their talent impressively for Ameri- trail the New York Yankees 3-2 in the can fans that are currently listless. 10 p.m. Oct. 10. formation of a professional league the U.S. Soccer Federation, has series ahead of a potentially-decisive On Nov. 14, the Americans will made many questionable deci- Game 6 on Oct. 20 in Houston. sions over his past few years at the face Cristiano Ronaldo and Euro — On Oct. 18, the Chicago Cubs helm since his election in 2013. 2016 champion Portugal in an in- One that backfired was the hiring ternational friendly in Europe for beat the L.A. Dodgers 3-2 to stave of head coach Bruce Arena, who their first match since their loss off elimination in the N.L.C.S. to Trinidad and Tobago, with an- has since stepped down following Game 5 is Oct. 19 at 8:08 p.m. ET other friendly expected to be an- the Americans’ loss on Oct. 10. in Chicago. The Dodgers won the In February, a new election for nounced soon for the same trip. first three games by a combined president of the Federation will By then, the Americans will be take place, and it remains to be under a new coaching staff, and a score of 15-3. seen whether or not Gulati will plethora of younger players figure On This Day... be reelected. While Gulati has to receive playing time as the U.S. done some good things for U.S. looks to turn over a new leaf for — On Oct. 19, 1957, Maurice soccer, it may be beneficial if he’s their program. “Rocket” Richard became the not reelected. As younger players work to usurp veterans for permanent first NHL player to ever score Courtesy of San Francisco Chronicle Another task on the ‘to-do list’ 500 career goals in a 3-1 win for the country’s soccer presence spots on the national team, the Star 19-year-old American midfielder Christian Pulisic throws his hands up in dis- over Chicago for Richard’s is to improve the MLS’ product. road back for an evolving pro- belief during the United States’ inconceivable 2-1 loss to Trinidad and Tobago, a Montreal Canadiens. Saturated by weak rosters because gram starts now. Hopefully its country with fewer citizens than Philadelphia, on Oct. 10 in Couva, Trinidad. countrymen take note. 8 THEDUQUESNEDUKE 2017-18 NBA Preview As top contenders remain, others scramble to supplement their rosters with talent necessary to compete with league’s top dogs Adam Lindner 4. Cavaliers — A completely retooled Cleve- sports editor land roster will look to mesh early on, even though recently-acquired point guard Isaiah With the dawn of a new NBA season upon us, Thomas will be out until Christmastime. Any it’s finally time to sit back, reflect on an anarchi- team with LeBron James on its roster will always cal offseason that saw numerous top players join be must-see TV. new franchises, and prepare to see the league’s Watchability Ranking: 92.5 stars back-in-action for the first time since Golden Projected Outcome: Lose in NBA Finals State won the NBA title in five games over Cleve- 5. Celtics — Even with Gordon Hayward out land some four long months ago. for the foreseeable future following a gruesome Among the newest-looking teams in the league injury on opening night versus Cleveland, Bos- this season are Oklahoma City, Boston and Hous- ton still be an intriguing team to evaluate this ton, but Golden State and Cleveland remain supe- season. Kyrie Irving got his wish in having his rior at the season’s outset, appearing to be headed own team free of LeBron James in Boston, and toward an unprecedented fourth-straight meet- rookie Jayson Tatum is one of the league’s most ing in the NBA Finals. polished newcomers. However, success doesn’t always equal quality Watchability Ranking: 87.5 entertainment (albeit the Warriors have concoct- Projected Outcome: East Finals ed a perfect combination of the two), and June is 6. Timberwolves — No matter how badly a long ways away. the Timberwolves may lack floor spacing this Courtesy of Ezra Shaw / Getty Images Below, the Association’s 16 projected non-lot- year, Minnesota will be fun to watch as Karl-An- Members of Golden State, including Steph Curry (bottom left), receive their 2017 NBA Finals cham- tery bound squads are ranked in terms of watch- thony Towns, Andrew Wiggins and Jimmy Butler pionship rings during their banner-raising ceremony prior to a game vs. Houston on Oct. 17. ability during the regular-season. The biggest ob- join forces this year. Undoubtedly, it will be tough stacle facing each team will be presented, followed 10. Spurs — With Kawhi Leonard returning and the recent comeuppance of their Air Canada to watch in a half-court set from time-to-time, but from a season-ending injury one season ago, San Centre roommate Maple Leafs, remains as a top- assuming Tom Thibodeau’s team can create turn- Antonio’s ever-aging cast may not the most fun five squad in the East despite stagnation during overs on defense, the young ‘Wolves will be free to group throughout the course of the year, but you the offseason. Nevertheless, DeMar Derozan is run in transition frequently. can expect for them to be present and accounted one of the game’s highest flyers, and Toronto fans Watchability Ranking: 85 for come playoff time. should be grateful that DeMar-to-Los Angeles ru- Projected Outcome: West Quarterfinals Watchability Ranking: 75 mors never came to fruition. 7. Bucks — Here’s to hoping Milwaukee Projected Outcome: West Semifinals Watchability Ranking: 62.5 doesn’t suffer any major injuries to key contribu- 11. 76ers — It just feels like a major injury is Projected Outcome: East Quarterfinals tors this season, and to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s looming for Joel Embiid following his (prema- 14. Hornets — Charlotte brings the Dwight perpetual improvement continuing on. ture?) five-year, $148 million extension with the Howard restoration project into town this season, Watchability Ranking: 85 Sixers. Here’s to hoping that Embiid, Ben Sim- with many around the league projecting this to be Projected Outcome: East Semifinals mons, Markelle Fultz, J.J. Redick and Robert Howard’s last stop as a potential key contributor. 8. Wizards — It’s a matter of taste when it Covington all remain unscathed this year. If such Fortunately, he will be reunited with coach Steve comes to Washington, but if you enjoyed Russell good fortunes are not bestowed upon them… Clifford, who was an assistant during DH12’s hey- Courtesy of Scot Tucker / SFBay Westbrook domineering for a full 48 in 2016-17, Continue to #TrustTheProcess! day in Orlando. With Kemba Walker orchestrat- Newly-acquired Rockets G Chris Paul handles you may enjoy a less pronounced, more refined Watchability Ranking: 72.5 ing the Hornets’ offense, two things will need to the ball vs. Warriors defender Nick Young. and perhaps, an even faster version of Russ in Houston topped GSW 122-121 on Oct. 17. Projected Outcome: East Quarterfinals happen for this year to go well in Charlotte that John Wall. Depending on the severity of Gordon 12. Clippers — The new-look, Chris Paul- hasn’t in years past: Sustained three-point shoot- Hayward’s injury, Washington could challenge by The Duke’s watchability rankings and predic- less Clippers will undoubtedly regress this sea- ing success, and solid contributions from a point for a spot in the Eastern Conference Finals. son; perhaps, to the point that they may not be tions for each group this season. guard not named Kemba. Former Rookie of the Watchability Ranking: 80 the most watchable team in their own city by 1. Warriors — Easily the most entertaining Year Michael Carter-Williams can’t disappoint. Projected Outcome: East Semifinals season’s end. However, athletic marvels Blake juggernaut in all of sports right now, Golden State Watchability Ranking: 60 9. Trail Blazers — Portland is at least one or Griffin and DeAndre Jordan remain, and Euro- welcomes back its four stars this season who will Projected Outcome: East Quarterfinals two dynamic scoring wings away from ever mak- basket star Milos Teodosic will impress those not be accompanied by a strong supporting cast off 15. Heat — Dion Waiters must continue to ing any serious commotion in the West, but Da- yet aware of him. of the bench in Andre Iguodala, JaVale McGee, shoot like he did last season, and Josh Richardson mian Lillard and CJ McCollum’s two-man act is Watchability Ranking: 70 must stay healthy if Erik Spoelstra would like to Shaun Livingston & Co. The only things that stand captivating, night-in and night-out. Projected Outcome: West Quarterfinals in the way of Golden State potentially missing the avoid the lottery for a second-straight year. Kelly Watchability Ranking: 77.5 13. Raptors — Toronto, who may lack local Olynyk will help to space the floor for Hassan Finals are catastrophic injury or crippling chem- Projected Outcome: West Quarterfinals interest following repeated postseason letdowns istry issues, both of which are highly unforeseen. Whiteside with his shooting range. Watchability Ranking: 100 Watchability Ranking: 55 Projected Outcome: NBA Champions Projected Outcome: East Quarterfinals 2. Thunder — Adding versatile wing Paul 16. Jazz — Following the departure of Gor- George and pinpoint three-point shooter Carmelo don Hayward, it may be tough at times for Jazz Anthony to a team led by reigning league MVP fans to watch their team this season without slip- Russell Westbrook is bound to excite for months- ping into a gentle slumber. Nevertheless, if you on-end. An obvious issue resides in the fact that love defense, center Rudy Gobert is your man, there’s only one basketball to go around between and Ricky Rubio is fun to watch in the open the three of them, but if the Thunder’s newest court. The development of draft steal Donovan stars can work to construct true chemistry togeth- Mitchell will be fun to witness. er, Oklahoma City could disrupt Golden State’s Watchability Ranking: 50 return to the Finals. Projected Outcome: West Quarterfinals Watchability Ranking: 97.5 Projected Outcome: West Semifinals Finals Predictions 3. Rockets — A season removed from shat- — Sports Editor Adam Lindner: tering a plethora of three-point records, Houston Warriors over Cavaliers in 6 adds Chris Paul to a team that welcomes back — Former Sports Editor Andrew Holman: five of its six double-digit scorers from last year’s Cavaliers over Rockets in 6 squad. The addition of another premier play- — Staff Writer David Borne: maker in Houston’s backcourt makes its offensive attack less uniform, but the premise remains the Warriors over Cavaliers in 6 Courtesy of NBA — DU MBB G Tarin Smith: same: Shoot. No Love Lost: Former superstar tandem LeBron James (left) and Kyrie Irving (right) embrace prior Watchability Ranking: 95 to tipoff in Irving’s return to Cleveland. A trade to Boston on Aug. 22 ended Irving’s tenure with the Cavaliers over Warriors in 6 Projected Outcome: West Finals Cavs. Cleveland won 102-99 vs. Boston in the NBA’s opening game of the 2017-18 regular-season.

October 19, 2017 sports ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 Beautiful Trauma candid, heartfelt triumph WEEK’s Nicolas Jozefczyk move to resurface these struggles, but adding EVENTS staff writer them brings together real-life experiences that show her and Hart’s love might not be picture perfect but is worth it in the long run. Improv Pop-Up Night n Friday, Oct. 13, P!nk dropped her sev- A decent amount of the songs have an under- Oct.19 5.30-8 p.m. enth studio album, Beautiful Trauma, lying feeling of longing, but the one that is the This 21+ event offers visitors the Oending her five-year hiatus since The saddest and most blatant is “But We Lost It.” The chance to try their hand at improv in Truth About Love. Her newest creation gives ballad is the epitome of songs about falling out of a low-stakes environment. People P!nk fans exactly what they want: killer, pow- love. The instrumentation is just a piano, which, of all comedic backgrounds — from erful vocals, pure, unadulterated honesty and a as in “You Get My Love,” centers all attention the well-versed to the neophyte — just a hint of goofiness. around P!nk’s tearjerking vocals. As a listener, the are welcomed to visit the Arcade Beautiful Trauma is a bit different than P!nk’s honest want for love in her voice is remarkably ap- Comedy Theater to learn everything other albums, which is a surprise, but a pleasant parent. Clearly this piece came from a low point in there is to know about improv. one. P!nk usually pulls elements from pop-rock/ her marriage, and while listening to the song, the Tickets start at $20. punk into her music, but her tone shifted to add imagery paints the perfect picture of slow, painful 2017 Duquesne University some more pop, R&B and soul. This slight varia- heartbreak for the listener. History Forum tion focuses on her musical fluidity and is some- Taking a step away from the bleakness of the Oct. 23 7 p.m. thing that deserves to be highlighted. album, P!nk has some fun with Eminem on the Courtesy of RCA Come to the Power Center Anyone who has followed P!nk, even for a little Beautiful Trauma is P!nk’s seventh studio album. Its silliest track, “Revenge.” Eminem is the only Ballroom to listen to Chair of War while, knows that her vocals are impeccable. Beau- lead single, “What About Us,” released on August 10. feature on Beautiful Trauma and has worked Studies at the Army War College tiful Trauma perfectly solidifies that belief even with her multiple times in the past, making Michael Neiberg talk about his more. From one song to the next, P!nk’s voice shifts However, the album, unlike past endeavors, fo- this song highly-anticipated. The melody has book, America and the Road to from a powerful rock vibe to a sultry tone that hits cuses more on her marriage — the good, the bad a bouncy vibe with both artists rapping verses, War 1914-1917. The forum will be every note without resorting to falsetto. and the ugly. and an overall playful tone permeates the track. overseen by John Mitcham of the “You Get My Love” is the best example of her stel- Most of the songs on the album tell a tale of “Revenge” is easy to chuckle at due to its enter- History Department and will be lar singing ability. The minimal instrumentation marital hopes and struggles. Considering that taining lyrics and subtle call-and-responses. free to the public. — featuring only piano accompaniment — high- P!nk now has a family, hearing how it affects her P!nk brought everything to the table in Beau- lights the true vocal prowess on-display. Switching music is interesting, to say the least. She lyri- tiful Trauma. There is nothing she shies away between a lower voice into a higher register seam- cally conveys emotions and experiences that not from, using her platform to talk about the true lessly offers the listener the ability to stay immersed many pop artists have been a part of themselves, highs and lows of love and letting everyone upcoming without noticing a moment of inconsistency. adding another layer of intrigue to the album. know that not everything is just butterflies and One thing that P!nk has never wavered from In true P!nk fashion, “Beautiful Trauma,” the rainbows. The album is impressive and is a re- releases is her opinions, a habit she has even poked fun title track of the album, references her relation- markable addition to her repertoire not only at herself for, saying that her mouth gets her in ship with her husband, Carey Hart. The song lyrically, but also in showcasing her ability to The Snowman trouble multiple times. That honesty is some- makes not-so-subtle mentions of two situations sing flawlessly in multiple genres and registers. Oct. 20 thing really appreciated by P!nk’s fans, and that P!nk has not been shy to share with the Beautiful Trauma is phenomenal and deserves Following the plot of a book Beautiful Trauma continues her venerated tra- world: her slicing Hart’s tires and Hart punch- to be listened to by any music fan that appreci- originally written by Jo Nesbø, dition by featuring the singer’s brazen attitude. ing a hole in their house’s wall. It was a risky ates a singer with authentic talent. this film follows detective Harry Hole (Michael Fassbender) and his investigation of the vicious killings of a sociopathic killer who Turtles All the Way Down best of Green’s canon uses a snowman to lure Hole closer to finding the culprit of Madeline Bartos the important people and her life, which weaves these heinous crimes. staff writer together with the her increasing anxiety. The com- plexity of Aza’s internal conflict overshadows the external story, which is great for her as a character, Wheelman ohn Green’s Turtles All the Way Down is but not so great for the plot. Oct. 20 not The Fault in Our Stars. There is no The plot could have pulled its own weight This Netflix Original stars Frank Jswoon-worthy love interest and no dra- if the characters were half as complex as Aza. Grillo playing the role of a matic proclamation of love. No, Turtles All the As an entertaining, larger-than-life figure, getaway driver for a bank heist. Way Down is not The Fault in Our Stars — it’s Daisy would have fit the bill. As a relatable, However, after the robbery better. Despite the lack of adorable witty banter best-friend figure, however, she comes up very takes a turn for the worse, his and romantic international plane rides, Green short. Aside from her affection for Star Wars, career and his family’s lives are crafted such a strong protagonist that Turtles Daisy lacks the depth to hold her own against on the line. Grillo has everything All the Way Down is on an entirely different any other best friends Green has written. She to lose in a race against time level than his previous works. feels forced, and it occasionally became evident to figure out who crossed him The novel, Green’s first in 5 years, tells the sto- that Green tried to top The Fault in Our Stars and why. ry of Aza Holmes, a 16-year-old girl who battles just by adding an eccentric with extra pizzazz. mental illness while trying to juggle her roles as Early in Turtles, Green tries to kick his hab- daughter, best friend and potential girlfriend. it of creating formulaic and predictable best Aza jumps off the page with her relatability as friends by positioning Aza as Daisy’s sidekick, a real human rather than a fictitious character. not the other way around. Unfortunately, while I find when some authors try to write characters Daisy is likeable, I’ve already tucked her away with mental illness, the characters can come in my memory to be forgotten and mixed up Micro off as whiny to readers who have never experi- with Green’s other side kicks. enced a mental illness. Aza is so well-rounded While Daisy was tolerable, I could not like review and identifiable that by using her as a narrator, Davis no matter how hard I tried. I may have ‘No Roots’ Green bridges the communication gap between set myself up for disappointment; I went into This debut single from German- people who have anxiety and OCD and readers Turtles expecting a love interest that would Courtesy of Dutton Books British musician, Alice Merton, who don’t understand what it’s like. leave me speechless like Gus from The Fault Like the protagonist of his book, John Green has has already been a huge hit in Turtles All the Way Down has two plots in Our Stars. Next to Aza’s glowing charac- obsessive-compulsive disorder. He has spoken Europe, charting in the Top 10 — internal and external. The internal plot is terization, however, Davis is nothing but a candidly in the past about how it affects his life. in France and Germany, and for beautiful. Aza’s battle with her mental illness dim light. He mourns the loss of his father good reason. ‘No Roots’ is a rock- is captivating, emotional and heart-breaking. and the effect it has on his brother, but adds was refreshing. For once, a female protagonist ing, indie dance song about hav- She is so raw, and I felt for her through every very little to the story aside from stuffy po- didn’t need a man to fix her — not like Davis ing the world as your home. The step of her arc despite not having a mental ill- etry, indulgent blog posts and almost-cliche and his melancholy blog posts was capable of sheer singing talent is impressive, ness myself. musings about the stars. being what Aza needed in a relationship any- and the lyrics are catchy. They’re The external story, however, fell flat on its face. Daisy and Davis both left a bad taste in my how. Turtles All the Way Down tells the story stuck in my head even as I write I had hoped the plot would be about Aza and her mouth, but because Aza is such a fantastic of a teenage girl who realizes her own power, this. Definitely keep an eye out for best friend Daisy trying to solve the mysterious character, their failings didn’t matter too much. not because her first love showed her, but be- Merton’s next moves. disappearance of love-interest Davis’ billionaire While the romance in the story between Davis cause she learns that she possesses strength to — Raymond Arke father. Instead, it is about Aza’s relationships with and Aza left a lot to be desired, the outcome carry on. And it’s John Green’s best story yet 10 THEDUQUESNEDUKE Fear the Walking Dead finale closes out stellar season

Nicole Prieto ranch with a walker horde or conducting twisted staff writer experiments on others at the militia camp. Lola’s death, on the other hand, is appropri- ately tragic. The show is not subtle about how rawing a close to what is possibly the Daniel regards her like a daughter. On the dam, greatest epoch in The Walking Dead she manages to gun down some of Proctor DTV-universe, Season 3 of Fear the Walk- John’s men before John kills her. Her body is ing Dead literally blows things of the water in an later propped up to a side of the dam with a note action-packed, two-episode finale. left on her chest; Daniel pays his respects by lay- Madison fulfilled her promise to Daniel to ing Ofelia’s rosary in Lola’s hand. reunite him with his bitten daughter, Ofelia — The deaths this season, overall, were even though he arrived just moments too late. packed with meaning and did not come off Alicia struck out on her own and joined forces as convenient ways to advance the story. If with the pickaxe-wielding Diana to make a “kill- FTWD can keep up this trend in tandem with ing” selling walker parts at the trade post. Nick the rest of its dramatic successes, we might fell back into bad habits and, with Troy in tow, be looking at one of the greatest zombie en- goes on a drug-addled night on the town. Last tries in contemporary culture. episode, Victor appears to make a shady offer to the Proctor Gang, apparently putting his loyalty The OK to the Clark family on the line. Season 3’s second half set us up for an impressive finale. Sincere surprises are hard to come by in TWD If you have not watched “Things Bad Begun” and early FTWD seasons. (That is, surprises not and “Sleigh Ride,” this is your final warning — just consisting of cheap shock tactics and gory because here is the good, the OK, and the ugly of deaths.) While Nick is surrounded by Proctor FTWD’s magnum-opus finisher. Courtesy of AMC John’s gang on the dam, the men are inexplica- Fear the Walking Dead closed its third season with a two-episode finale, “Things Bad Begun” bly sniped off at a distance by Taqa and Crazy The Good and “Sleigh Ride.” Season 8 of its sister series, The Walking Dead, premieres Sunday, Oct. 22. Dog, whose appearance is unexpected. Earlier out Eddie during the surgery to remove it, both The TWD world loves its meaningless deaths in the finale, Nick initially warns everyone of the If performances in the midseason pre- of them will be gunned down by John’s men. (see Jessie Anderson from Season 6 and Chris gang’s raid, and Madison says her goodbyes to miere were good, the ones in the finale are The surgical scene is brief but is one of the Manawa from FTWD Season 2), but FTWD both men. They intend to find any of their sur- beyond compare. show’s most memorable so far. John elects to has now thankfully bucked that trend. The fi- viving people up north but promise to do some The finale reflects a breaking point for sev- stay awake during the surgery. The most Ali- nale saw the deaths of Lola and Troy, both of scouting on their way out. eral characters without giving any unnecessary cia can do as Eddie cuts into John’s back is to which were set up well and given an appropriate For all intents and purposes, it would have melodrama. Alicia’s need to be away from her keep him distracted from the pain. She grasps amount of dramatic breathing space. made sense not to see them again until next sea- family always made sense, especially after her his hand and keeps him focused on telling her After being shielded by Nick’s lies, the truth son. Their sudden appearance was, frankly, just traumatizing experience in the food storage stories about his aunt and uncle. In just a few finally comes out: Troy was the one who guided good storytelling. Plus, Taqa’s compliment to bunker. At one of the lowest points in her life, moments, actor Ray McKinnon paints John the devastating walker herd toward the ranch. Crazy Dog about making a good headshot light- her good sense is put to the test when Proctor as a complicated villain — without putting any Madison, with little fanfare, strikes Troy down ened the tone of the scene without being cheesy. John, kingpin of a notorious gang controlling cards up. Alycia Debnam-Carey, for her own with a hammer when she realizes he does not Hopefully, this is a sign that future seasons will the trading post, requires her to help out his part, convinces us that Alicia is still the strong, regret what he did. His unremarkable death be as subtly compelling. gang’s resident doctor, Eddie. John has a para- quick-witted woman we have seen grow on is scarily appropriate; his actions against oth- lyzing growth on his spine. If Alicia fails to help the show so far. ers were always big — whether devastating the see FTWD — page 11 Despite tired premise, Happy Death Day stays fresh Liyang Wan Death Day is no different, which may lead some people staff writer to criticize the plot for being too simple. Furthering that opinion is that the film has all the problems of movies with a small, low-cost production. However, the elements eople sometimes wish that their lives could be of this movie work incredibly well, so much so that the frozen at a particular moment, but if the price to day-one box office numbers made up the movie’s produc- P pay for such a fantasy would be going through that tion cost. You can’t argue with that. same day for all of eternity, maybe they would reconsider. Tree’s development works fluently and logically from The new horror/comedy flick Happy Death Day is the the beginning to the end of this film. Director Chris- latest movie to add its own spin to this dilemma. Starring topher Landon and writer Scott Lobdell build a strong Jessica Rothe, Happy Death Day follows Tree, a female character that is brave and positive. When Tree realizes college student who is forced to “get stuck” on her own that she is trapped in an infinite death cycle, instead of birthday. What Tree doesn’t know, however, is that her resigning herself to her fate, she chooses to fight instead. birthday also happens to be her death day. When Tree She creates multiple plans to find the murderer and even notices that she is stuck in a cycle of death and rebirth, sacrifices her life in order to save innocent people. The she realizes that the only solution to break her curse is plot seems simple, but Happy Death Day is still an in- to find her killer and bring whoever it is to justice before tense thriller that will most excited and scared. she dies again. Even though the movie is rather predictable (and the Tree switches between different tropes throughout the trailer does spoil a bit of the film), Landon does subvert the movie’s exposition, but she consistently is portrayed as audience’s expectations in some humorous ways. It’s easy as a person in need of decency. She throws away the cup- the audience to fall into the death-and-rebirth pattern with cake that her roommate (Ruby Modine) makes for her, Tree, but there are a couple tricks to keep viewers question- wakes up in the room of a male student (Israel Brous- ing themselves, which is great. That being said, there are sard) whose name she doesn’t even know, has issues with a few plot holes in this movie. For instance, the film does her father (Jason Bayle) and even gets too close to her not explain why Tree always wakes up on this birthday in married professor (Charles Aitken). particular. It also does not tell the audience why Tree can Her behavior convinces the audience to stereotype Tree continue living after stopping the killer. However, it’s obvi- at the beginning of the movie, but this characterization ous that the plot is deliberately set up like this because that allows the plot to develop her beyond a mean-girl mental- information is more-or-less unnecessary. ity. Although every day remains the same, Tree changes Happy Death Day, like others that use the same prem- the way she lives, and the whole movie follows this pro- ise, emphasizes the idea that everyday is the first day of cess of Tree’s growth into a mature woman. Constantly the rest of one’s life. Unlike its contemporaries, however, being reborn lets her understand the meaning of her life, this film manages to stand out as a fantastic example of and thoughtful and elaborately-designed sequences after being able to be both redundant and refreshingly unique. each “time reset” help move the film along. Courtesy of Universal Pictures It has to be said that the 96-minute transition from sus- As in most time-resetting movies, the main character Originally announced in July 2007, Happy Death Day was pense to thriller then to romantic comedy in this small- has to complete one mission to break the cycle. Happy originally going to feature Megan Fox and director Michael Bay. budget movie does surprise you. October 19, 2017 arts & entertainment THE LAST WORD 11 FTWD finale neatly Follow wraps up season show’s subtle storytelling thus far. THE DUKE FTWD— from page 10

Nick’s attempted sacrifice is inter- The End esting in how underwhelming it is instantly on the treated by the show. When he flips Nick sets off the bombs lining the the trigger, the dam’s foundations dam’s foundation, releasing the wa- start to crumble apart — with the rest ter to the people as Efrain wanted. following kind of slowly. It is a far cry As Proctor John is escorted off the web: from the over-dramatic explosion of crumbling dam, Nick is soon joined the CDC building from TWD’s Sea- by Daniel. Madison, Alicia and Victor son 1 finale. There is enough time for speed off in one of the Proctor Gang’s Daniel to walk up to Nick and snap motorboats but are quickly over- Instagram him out of his reverie, indicating that whelmed by the released dam water. @TheDuquesneDuke we are likely to see both men again in Taqa and Crazy Dog, who have done Season 4. what they can, decide to continue on north. Madison, alive, washes up on a The Ugly concrete riverbed as people from the Twitter area flock to get bucketsful of the re- @TheDuquesneDuke Really, Madison’s Christmas-themed leased water. Advertise dream sequences in “Sleigh Ride” After Season 2’s comparatively with us were long, unnecessary and a little abysmal end, this writer was blind- awkward. Season 3 hit a lot of punch- sided by how well Season 3 carried at a es with strong content and scary- itself. From beautiful character Advertise with us! good villains. The finale saw Madi- arcs to heart-stopping episodes, discounted rate! son truly shine as a character. But FTWD upped its standard beyond [email protected] Madison serving a turkey dinner/ anything we have seen in the show Contact us at DUQSM.COM/ Jeremiah’s head as a vehicle for her before. Here’s to looking forward to [email protected] to confront her past undermines the Season 4. WDSR/ 12 THEDUQUESNEDUKE

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