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Volume 11, Issue 4 Concordia University Irvine Friday, October 21, 2016 Countdown to Midnight Madness! DARBY SCOTT STAFF WRITER night Madness is a chance for the cial NCAA Division II university. whole school to come together With this in mind, Feeken said With basketball season ap- to celebrate our athletics and get “CUI students can expect Mid- proaching, one of Concordia’s pumped for basketball season. It night Madness to be a really fun most popular annual traditions is is also one of the only times the high-energy night that is about finally upon us. It’s official, Mid- student body gets to see the com- them just as much as it is about night Madness is tonight. In ac- petitive side of cheer and that’s re- the athletes,” adding “continu- cordance with the tradition, the ally exciting!” al support in our transition to pre-party will begin at 9:30 p.m. NCAA is always appreciated and outside of the CU Arena and the Continual sup- necessary for Concordia athletics doors of the gym will open at to grow exponentially.” The ath- 10:30 p.m. Although many Con- port in our tran- letes feed off of their fellow stu- cordia students have had the hon- dent’s exhilaration, and Midnight or of attending previous Midnight sition to NCAA Madness serves that purpose well. Madness events, Head Stunt and “Midnight Madness often sets the Cheer Coach, Amy Haney, said is always appre- tone for basketball season which tonight will be bigger and better ciated and nec- is crucial this year as we are still than ever before. making the transition into Divi- For students who have yet to essary for Con- sion II,” said Feeken. attend Midnight Madness, you’re Still unsure if you want to spend in for a treat! The purpose of Mid- cordia athletics your Friday night on campus? If night Madness is to bring the stu- the free food, special prizes, music dent population together through to grow. and lawn games do not draw you their excitement over basketball The Men’s and Women’s Bas- in, take into consideration how season. After the gym doors open, ketball programs appreciate the Lamb described her Midnight players and coaches from both support from the student body. Madness experience: “Midnight the Men’s and Women’s Basket- Gabrielle Johnson, senior, is a Madness is definitely the biggest ball teams will be introduced, member of the Women’s Basket- event at Concordia. The atmo- the cheer and dance teams will ball team and has experienced sphere is nothing you could ever perform and students will have a Midnight Madness in previous put in words; so much adrenaline chance to win prizes in interactive Basketball player dunking (courtesy of cuieagles website) years. Johnson said the basketball and school spirit.” Midnight Mad- games. Haney and the Scream- ing new and exciting aspects.” largest Midnight Madness crowds program is most looking forward ness is an annual tradition which ing Eagles have worked hard to This year’s upgrades include big- to date. to “the excitement of all the fans” has proven to be a fan favorite for ensure this year exceeds expec- ger prizes and more (free!) food at Another feature of Midnight at Midnight Madness. “It gets the students and faculty alike. Each tations. “Every year,” said Haney, the pre-party. Haney expects to- Madness is the cheer team’s per- student body happy for the bas- year Screaming Eagles works to “Screaming Eagles tries to stick night’s attendance to be one of the formance. Haney said, “the cheer ketball season of both the men’s preserve the tradition of the event with tradition while incorporat- team has been preparing [for and women’s teams,” Johnson while reinventing it. tonight] since August.” The big added. The basketball programs So tonight, gather a group of transition to NCAA Division II are pumped up and ready to kick friends, bring your appetite, grab has come with big changes to the off the season with an electrifying your student ID card, pump up stunt and cheer teams. “We’ve Midnight Madness event. the basketball teams for their up- doubled the roster this year with Tonight’s Midnight Madness coming season and enjoy the fes- 20 new athletes on the team, in- is unique in that it is taking place tivities starting at 9:30 p.m. at the cluding four male athletes,” said in Concordia’s final year of tran- CU Arena. Haney. Senior and captain of the sition before becoming an offi- cheer team, Nicole Lamb, stat- ed, “students can expect a ton of energy and awesome skills from our routine this year. It’s going to be an entertaining, and action packed show for sure.” The cheer team is thrilled to be performing at such a popu- lar event. When asked about to- night, sophomore and captain, Mackenzie Feeken, said “Mid- The Cheer Team at last years midnight madness PC: Amy Haney, Cheer Head Coach Midnight Madness Logo by Dane Vande Gutche 2 ASCUI Corner October 21, 2016 Believe: CUI Pinktober in full swing JESSICA JAMES Students have enjoyed pink booth together to show our ASCUI SECRETARY giveaways at the Dig Pink support for BCA. You can still game, writing our friends participate in Breast Cancer It is mid-October, which Around-the-World® post- Awareness Month. On Wed., means that we are fully im- cards, and creating a photo Oct. 26, the ASCUI team and mersed in Breast Cancer Awareness (BCA) Month. The 2016 BCA shirts sold out with- in two weeks in the CSLD. Ev- ery Wednesday, students that come into the CSLD wearing pink will be tallied and the ASCUI team will donate $1 for each tally to the Nation- al Breast Cancer Foundation ASCUI and PHE’s have teamed up this year for Breast Cancer Awareness month. (NBCF). The NBCF’s mis- sion is to provide help and the Peer Health Educators to show their support for the inspire hope to those affected will be outside of the Student cause and to honor those who by breast cancer through early Union with baby pumpkins have been impacted by breast detection, education and sup- that you can paint pink and cancer. If you want to learn port services. We are excited to display just in time for Hallow- more about breast cancer and partner with the Provost, who een. Also, the Caf will be deliv- how you can join the fight has agreed to match ASCUI’s ering some fun pink treats. against it, please visit national- Concordia Students and Faculty created the photobooth backdrop on Oct. 12 in their donations. support for those battling breast cancer. We are so proud of Con- breastcancer.org cordia for coming together First Person: Why I didn’t tell friends and church about mom’s cancer

EMILY CHAN ran through my head, I tried to them. Yet out of the few people I ly, holding it all in was tearing me and character, hope.” After that, STAFF WRITER process and figure out what it told, I decided not to tell my best apart and it felt as if I could burst I realized that there are people meant for how our life was now friend. That decision still gnaws at any moment. who are going through or had There are moments in your and how it could change. Yet, at me because I had some sort of I finally told my best friend, already gone through something life that you will always remem- contradictory to the emotions misconceived idea that if I told and many others, after my mom’s similar to my predicament. I now ber without hesitation. Whether running through my head, the people about what was going on, surgery to remove the cancer know and hope other people re- it’s high school graduation or the first thing out of my mouth as si- I would drag them down into a was deemed successful. It felt as alize that there are always people day you moved on campus to live lent tears ran down my face was, hole of anguish along side me. if something was lifted off my out there who are willing to help on your own. For me, I have two “Does this mean we will be wear- Along with not telling my shoulders although I knew it no matter how long they have of those moments, the first being ing more pink?” best friend, I kept this terrifying was not finished yet. My mother known you. when I found out I was accepted Let’s just say that the month secret from my church.. I was not started her radiation treatments I do not want to dwell on the into this school and the second before her surgery was not a great close with my church until my after coming back from our vaca- past any longer and look towards was when my mom sat me down time for me. I was more with- senior year of high school and tion and it continued all the way the future with open eyes. Her and revealed to me that she had drawn from my friends and was the church members were always until the beginning of September. radiation was successful and she stage two breast cancer. livid. I was angry at people, God there for each other. I assume I When I got on campus my is now deemed cancer free. She It was my senior year and all and most of all myself. Some- was avoiding the comment that new friend, Andrew Ashby, is beginning to transition back was well, we were four months times I thought that my life was every person makes when some- freshman, told me something into working full days. So overall, from graduating and leaving be- too easy and ultimately it felt like one is going through a hard time. that helped me through the rest keeping things in and not telling hind the title of “high schooler” karma because I was not thank- The comment that “God has a of that week, after I broke down people is not exactly a great thing to officially become “college stu- ful for the life that I was given. plan.” How was I supposed to and confided in him. He quot- to do and although I hated the dents.” She sat me down in the So while my mom was off know that He had a plan when ed Romans 5:3-5, “Not only do comment “God has a plan,” He kitchen and explained the bad telling everyone but our family, I barely knew if this supposed we rejoice in the hope that God really does and sometimes it is news. My first thought was, “Why I chose to tell specific people. plan was for better or for worse. gives us but we also rejoice in okay to just let go. is this happening?” then my mind People who would notice that During that month I stopped go- our suffering, because we know transitioned to,“What if [blank] something was wrong with me ing to my youth group mainly to that suffering produces perse- happens?” And as those what ifs because of how often I was with avoid that comment and honest- verance; perseverance, character;

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1530 Concordia West, Irvine CA, 92612 The Courier staff asks that you dispose Delta Lounge of your copy in an environmentally- [email protected] cui.edu/studentlife/student-newspaper friendly way. Thanks! October 21, 2016 Sports & Events 3 Diving into the Water Polo Program self-control of the coach. be responsible in the com- BLAKE WARYE STAFF WRITER Things are moving in the munity, stay healthy physi- right direction and as far as cally and mentally, and ul- Rising up out of the wa- I can tell, great things are timately lead by example, ter, the Concordia Men’s in the future for Concordia and consider others more and Women’s Water Polo Water Polo.” important than yourself, Program is beginning an- One of the biggest chal- because that is what Jesus other season under Head lenges for a new head did,” said Barry. Coach Dreason Barry. Bar- coach is finding motivating Concordia is entering ry is in his second year as factors within a team and the final year of the transi- head coach after being the refining the player’s skills. tion to NCAA Division II, assistant coach for the 2014 Junior Emily Varisco, on and all coaches have been season. Barry became the the Women’s Water Polo called on to contribute. third head coach in the team, has been very im- Barry and his teams have Concordia men’s program pressed with Barry for the risen to the challenge, “It history, and the fourth first two years of his ten- has been a transition, but head coach in the wom- ure at Concordia. “Barry we all buckle down and en’s program history when has been an awesome mo- do the best we can with he took over in the fall of tivator and coach for this what we have,” said Barry. 2015. Barry came to Con- team. He is working to get Players are excited for the cordia after working as the us in shape and ready for move to NCAA Division II assistant coach at UC Ir- the season ahead. Barry is as they know they will be vine from 2009-2014. Be- really big on fundamentals playing against more com- fore starting his coaching and understanding why we petitive teams and tourna- career at UC Irvine, Barry are doing the things we are ments. Varisco added, “The was a member of the USA doing. Also, he is a really transition of moving to the Men’s National Team from great motivational speaker, NCAA has really pumped Head Coach, Dreason Barry (courtesy of cuieagles website) 2002-2009, where he won which really helps during a up the energy on this team. against CalTech, Santa com to get the full schedule the ASUA Cup in Brazil tough practice,” said Varis- Being able to be in a con- Clara and Air Force Acade- for each team. Matches are in 2006. “Taking over the co. Having a coach with the ference and compete for an my. If you are interested in played at William Woollett team has not been easy,” experience Barry has can end goal is really motivat- attending the Men’s Water Jr. Aquatics Center, which said Barry. “Building a se- help build the skills and i n g .” Polo matches during the is located just ten minutes nior tradition of leading motivate the water polo The men’s season is near- fall season or the women’s off campus at 4601 Walnut by example and self-con- team. Barry sets goals for ing its end, but you can matches during the spring Ave. Irvine, CA 92604. trol takes the example and the team in and out of the still go and catch the three season, go to cuieagles. pool. “Goals of ours are to remaining home games CUI to host Latina Leadership Conference SUZY REYES paint the picture for attend- on Educational Excellence to inform and educate the at- STAFF WRITER ees. [It is] for students to re- for Hispanics. Other pan- tendees on pathways to suc- alize that college is do-able, el members in attendance cess. Concordia is hosting its and that others have gone are Hispanic professionals “Already the excitement inaugural Latina Leadership before them. And for parents who’ve graduated college and and anticipation of our fac- Conference on Sat., Oct. 22. to encourage their daugh- hope to motivate other young ulty, staff and student am- The goal of this conference ters to go to college in order women to do the same. bassadors--many of whom is to inspire young women to achieve a brighter future. Along with amazing are first-gen Hispanics like by giving them the infor- It’s Concordia’s hope that at- speakers, there will be break- our attendees--is amazing. mation and tools to explore tendees will understand that out sessions which will ex- We look forward to engaging college options. The half-day college is not a dream, it’s a plore majors such as Biology, with attendees, and begin to conference is designed for Pictured Above: Executive Director of the plan. And this conference, we Business and Government, nurture relationships with White House Initiative on Educational first-generation Hispanic hope, will help them to navi- Communication, Education, them,” said Mishreki. Excellence for Hispanics seal, PC: sites. high school and community gate the road to college.” Nursing and Psychology. “All ethnicities collective- ed.gov/hispanic-initiative/ college students. There is going to be an im- Lunch is provided, followed ly make up the university Lizz Mishreki, Director of portant keynote from Alejan- by an information fair with and in my opinion are what ment to learn and grow in. It Public Relations, said, “Con- dra Ceja, Executive Director sponsors, local colleges and make Concordia University is important to have a voice ference organizers want to of the White House Initiative more. These groups will work such a comfortable environ- and learn about each other’s cultures,” said Valeria Angel, former president of Nuestra Voz (‘16). “As a president and a first generation Latina, my goal was to share with oth- er Latino and non-Latino students how colorful and diverse our culture can be. Concordia allowed Nuestra Voz to help provide a com- fortable atmosphere where many could learn about our Latino heritage.” To register, see the sched- ule or for more information about the speakers and work- shops, visit:www.cui.edu/ latinas/. Follow the conversa- tion at #LatinasAdelante.

Courtesy of Concordia Latina Leadership Conference page 4 Campus October 21, 2016 CUI BONO asks: Why are you here? as the group aims to foster as MIMI BORBAS portunity to talk to professors our intellectual dinner so to sor of Theology and Philos- STAFF WRITER many points of view as possi- about something more than speak. For those of us strug- ophy, poetically summed up ble with faculty from multiple just getting an A in their class.” gling to stay awake in our 7:30 the weekend by reiterating the CUI Bono, a student cen- disciplines. On top of a mountain in a.m. classes, Lu offered this major themes discussed in a tered organization, held their Dr. Clinton Armstrong Big Bear, settled in the trees piece of wisdom, “Nothing is metaphorical manner. Col- annual retreat the second (‘12) Associate Professor of and next to a small lake, the b or i n g .” lege and life are about “trying weekend of October in Big History, explains that the faculty and students of CUI Dr. Steven P. Mueller (for to sort out the stimuli” and Bear. Ten faculty members, Bono came together for the those of us in Core Theolo- the abundance of information along with 30 students, spent weekend. Faculty lectures gy, the author of “Called to thrown at us every day in the a few days away from campus were held throughout the re- Believe”), the Dean of Christ most constructive way possi- and classrooms to talk about treat and conversations natu- College, has been at Con- ble. He encouraged students why they are on campus and rally blossomed in any and all cordia for 22 years and four to “find joy in the things that in classrooms. CUI Bono subjects from theology, Greek years before that as a student. are right in front of us” and gathers together in events mythology and personal expe- constructed meaning from the throughout the year like the riences. Students canoed and weekend through the analogy retreat, lectures, debates and hiked during free time and Dr. of music. fireside chats to encourage Armstrong retold the Greek Caleb Speakman, a ju- students to think about the stories explaining the constel- nior and history and political bigger picture. “Have you ever lations around a roaring fire thought major, summed it up had a great conversation in pit in 30 degree weather — a best. “CUI Bono fostered a class and then just wanted to welcome hiatus from the re- sense of camaraderie that al- keep going? You can do that PC: Mimi Borbas cent heatwave. lowed us to better understand at CUI Bono,” Kimberly Oli- Dr. John Lu, Associate Pro- and appreciate each other’s name CUI Bono basical- var, senior, said. Membership fessor of Psychology, led the perspectives,” said Speak- ly means “for whom is this a is voluntary and unrestricted first of four lectures. Dr. Lu man. “It successfully integrat- source of good” in Latin. He focused on curiosity as an ed meaningful dialogue with believes that college is more academic value, saying that good fun.” This university that than units, and this organiza- curiosity often separates the PC: Mimi Borbas we all attend is unique, but tion is a chance for students to good students from the great only through exploration and “meet people who care about A systematic theologian, students. He said, “Don’t take curiosity can students discov- education, thinking and the Mueller discussed the various information for granted, ask er the hidden gems like CUI deeper things.” The faculty at- different expressions of reli- questions, go for depth. Look Bono and utilize the professors tending the CUI Bono retreat gions through three common for professors that have differ- and resources at our dispos- are volunteers. They choose to categories. In short, when ent views than your own.” A al. General information about attend the retreat and provide comparing or exploring de- cautionary tale was presented the group is available under lectures, resources and time, nominations, Mueller said to through the “intellectual can- the Student Groups category showing a deep investment ask the question “What do we dy” that the internet and the of cui.edu or you can contact in students success in not just have in common?” as it gives a culture of immediate satisfac- Matthew King at matthew. their classes, but in life. The basis to begin understanding. tion have provided, spoiling [email protected]. group gives students the “op- Dr. Jeffrey Mallinson, Profes- Dr. Steve P. Mueller, Dean of Christ College The Jannese Davidson Memorial Tournament: A Concordia tradition ALICE HOOVER pus.” The free aspect of the STAFF WRITER tournament allows for a focus on what forensics is all about. For the last three years, Grigsby said, “A free tourna- Concordia has hosted a speech ment is not about awards, it and debate tournament named is about allowing students to in honor of beloved Forensics compete in an activity that al- coach Jannese Davidson. This lows them to give voice to the tournament was founded after issues they most care about.” the former Director of Indi- However, hosting a tourna- vidual Events lost her battle ment means that Concordia’s with Lupus. “Jannese was a team was both competing and force of passion and positivi- helping to make the tourna- ty when it came to forensics,” ment run smoothly. “There said Angelica Grigsby (‘14), was an interesting clash be- Assistant Director/Coach of tween competing and hosting Individual Events. “In many at the same time,” said Benja- ways, she made the Individual min Lang, a freshman on the PC: Angelica Grigsby Events portion of the Foren- debate team. “On the one hand, compete, he learned a lot about ter understanding of complex one at the tournament enjoyed sics team a force to be reck- it felt like we had a respon- running the tabulation room theory positions. “[During the their time outside of rounds. oned with and respected.” sibility to help out the other and the rest of the tournament. debates] the arguments just Como noted, “I think the real- This year, the Jannese Da- teams, make sure their rounds Concordia’s team also had a clicked in my head.” ly great moments were when I vidson Tournament hosted went smoothly and on time. large portion of their students Hosting a tournament is a got to see people I hadn’t seen over 300 individual event en- On the other hand, we were place in the top ranks for indi- tough job, but Grigsby said, in a while [and], as lame as it tries, as well as 125 debate competing on our home turf, vidual events, as well as having “The team really made hospi- sounds, the cleanup because entries for the three styles of so we had to defend it from all multiple debate teams advance tality a priority…Our students we were all together, helping.” debate that were offered.The challengers.” With such a large to elimination rounds. A spe- went above and beyond to en- Concordia’s team is grateful large number of entries is pri- pool of competitors, the com- cial congratulations to Jamie sure their fellow competitors to not only host a tournament marily due to the tournament’s petition gets tough and Como Whittington-Studer, Diego had a good experience. This that honors such an amazing lack of entry fees, as Grigsby noted that this is the most dif- Perez, Heather McManus and included answering questions, woman, but that also allows notes this allows for schools to ficult tournament he has been Mimi Borbas for taking first being guides and giving up them to serve their communi- bring more students to tour- to this year. place in their respective events. their mid-semester breaks to ty. “The favorite part for me is naments at a much lower cost. In addition to the challeng- On the debate side, congratu- do so.” This created a pleasant getting to see the two worlds Sophomore Robert Como, es of competing and hosting, lations to Luke Marvin, Josiah tournament environment for I am part of exist in the same who competes in Individual there are also plenty of bene- Popp and Benjamin Lang for all who attended. Lang stat- place,” Grigsby said. “Being Events, said, “It’s a really good fits. Como noted that it was a placing first in Parliamentary ed, “Whether [competitors] able to share our campus with way to recruit, because [the learning experience for him. debate as a three person team. won or lost, they came across the Forensics community is a tournament] is here and they Although it is his second year Lang found that the tourna- as highly competitive, but still special experience.” get to see our cozy little cam- and he understands how to ment helped him gain a bet- polite and professional.” Every- October 21, 2016 Local/Global Interests 5 ATW Travel Diary: Czech Republic came the latest class ever held. of the Concordia’s teaching trip KENDRA SITTON However, this meeting connected there. While on ATW II in Boliv- EDITOR-AT-LARGE to the very heart of what Profes- ia, he sent in his application to be sor Lee originally dreamed of a missionary with the addendum As we exited the train in the happening when he created ATW. that he would go anywhere in the Czech Republic to a delightful- “One of the goals of ATW world. “I’ve had the experience ly damp rainy day, the team was when I started this program was where in two weeks we had that greeted by Ben Helge (‘11), our to raise up missionaries,” Lee said. relationship that was fairly deep host missionary. He hopes other Rounders can be and I shared the gospel. I’ve been For the first time in ATW his- visited by teams in the future. For here two years, and for me the tory, a former Rounder hosted an all those potential missionaries on blessing is that you see the growth Around-the-World® team. Nearly Concordia’s campus, Lee said, “I’d and see people changed or not three years ago when Helge, the love to see people who feel called changed,” Helge said. Graduate Assistant from ATW to a place, like he was initially to Since moving to Havířov, II, became a missionary through Hungary, to act on that, to find a Helge dedicated himself to learn- the LCMS in the Czech Republic, missionary organization... and go ing the Czech language even with Professor Adam Lee was imme- there to start spreading the love of the unique “Ř” sound that even diately excited about the oppor- Jesus.” local children cannot master un- tunity for the itinerary of the trip Helge first gained interest in til they are three or four years to include this Eastern-European missions after joining Concor- old. More recently, he enrolled country. Meeting Helge was not dia’s bi-annual trip to Hungary. in classes for a driver’s license, a the only record broken by ATW The next summer he spent seven small act which demonstrates his IV — a 2:30 a.m. Greek language weeks in China with the launch investment in the country. After class in the Kolkata airport be- Ben Helge ‘11, former Rounder PC: Adam Lee (courtesy of travel_stained on Instagram) first arriving in a country, Lee you,” said Helge. “I’ve learned a said, “The best thing you can do lot of that here, from the Chris- to show people you love them is tians I’ve met. It’s evident that to learn about their country.” prayer is essential to their faith. Helge’s ministry centers It’s challenged me to think about around the relationships he cre- it more.” ates with students in local public Helge exudes a genuinely lov- schools, in English clubs and with ing and interested attitude to local church plants. “He is very each person he meets. He shows authentic and real with the stu- incredible consideration as he dents he interacts with. They all asks questions and seeks to learn. have no doubt that he cares about His ability to listen gives him the them as individuals. I think the ability to speak. To all Christians, Holy Spirit uses that — his love, Helge urged, “Share the gospel his attention and his non-judg- whenever you have a chance. mental acceptance of them as There’s nothing to fear; sharing friends and humans that God has the gospel is never a bad thing.” created — to open their hearts to Just as his ministry in the the gospel, to Jesus,” Lee said. Czech Republic expresses the For students interested in fol- generosity and love of Jesus, he lowing his path in short and long- extended that same hospitality to term missions, Helge advised the Concordia community while praying for yourself as well as hosting ATW. “If anyone wants to finding a community of believers come back or come visit, you can to pray for you and the work you come on in,” said Helge. “There is are doing. “It’s [prayer] the most always something to see or to do powerful thing ever. It’s what or someone to meet.” guides you; God is who guides

Nyssa McCarthy PC: Adam Lee Life after Core Semester by semester, Concordia students study abroad at Westfield House as part of Concordia’s Enduring Questions and Ideas (Q&I Core) Cambridge program. Under the instruction of CUI professors Dr. James and Dr. Susan Bachman, these students study English and History, attend Cambridge University lectures, and take part in other required and elective courses offered by Westfield House of Theological Studies. Each week, the students or professors share with Courier readers some of their favorite observations about life and study in England.

SAMUEL ST. JOHN Francis Crick and James Watson for its Golden Rectangle, Fibo- we tie ourselves in knots probing Aaron Borkovec, noticed Venus’ announced the discovery of DNA. nacci sequences and infinity. But the complication of Christology, cloud of invisibility was similar to I’m a student studying at Cam- Traveling as a junior with the from math, I learned that details theology and the Trinity. Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak. bridge University, rooming in Core students, I now watch as a matter. Core Philosophy taught He exclaimed, “It’s amazing to see Luther Hall with the sophomore veteran the ongoing battle be- the importance of critical read- how J.K. Rowling used classical CUI students. As I watch my tween students and the Endur- ing. In turn, this tool gives me the ...Core has writings, such as Virgil, to further friends, Jonah, Madi and Benji ing Questions and Ideas in their strength to tackle Martin Luther’s create her own world.” cope with Core, I have the per- courses. Lauren Shon explains rich philosophical and theologi- made me better In my chosen field of theology spective of a survivor. that, “Although I’m being over- cal writings. and history, reading original texts First, I’m glad Core is over whelmed by readings and con- Having survived so much in my every day keeps us all from being mislead by for me. No more stressing over stant write ups, I enjoy identifying Core reading, friends of mine some wacky new approach. finding the perfect core that fits the connections between history concur that in both science ma- studies. Though however daunting and my schedule. No more carrying and literature.” jors and business majors they are In Core English and Histo- menacing Core may be, there is a pounds of books that permanent- However, as I dive into my ma- not afraid to tackle complex ideas light at the end of the tunnel. I am ly stunted my growth and my ry, all Concordia students dig into jor classes, I have to admit that with complicated vocabulary. original texts. Here at Westfield here to tell you that there is life sleepless nights full of tears are Core has made me better in my Core Biology and Theology after Core. From my perspective down to a minimum. I now have House in Cambridge University, every day studies. Core consist- forced me to question and de- all seminars and lectures stress as a junior, I am telling my friends the freedom to dedicate myself to ed of ratios, endless reading and fend ideas I accepted without here that it might be hard to see my major classes and study what engagement with original texts. wrangling over what it means to truly understanding. As I watch Original text lowers the chance past the sea of assigned readings. I want to study. And what better be human, and it all pays off. It’s Concordia students wrestle with But remember: each Core pairing place to study history and theol- for misinterpretation and widens paying off for me here in Cam- history and literature, I attend our appreciation for understand- is packing you full with ideas and ogy than in Cambridge, England? bridge. Cambridge University seminars skills to keep you afloat not just in I am honored and humbled ing. In the case of Virgil’s “Aene- Each Core pairing instilled in in Biblical Language. I am seeing id,” students are recognizing how your upper division classes, but to walk the same streets that C.S. me different techniques I con- the rewards for paying attention for the rest of your life. Lewis and Isaac Newton walked. classical literature influences con- tinue to use in my major classes. to important definitions and dis- temporary writings. Sophomore Here I can enjoy a pint where For example, math is infamous tinctions. In my doctrine classes, 6 Arts October 21, 2016 Annual Fall Choral Concert welcomes the changing seasons

ANNELIESE LANE ingful words that bring en- STAFF WRTIER couragement and inspiration to choir members and to the The Fall Choral Concert people who hear them sing,” kicks off the holiday season said Jacobson. “In the Fall tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. in Choral Concert, I’m excited the CU Center. This event is for the choirs to share their free to students looking for gifts by creating beautiful mu- a fun and beautiful experi- sic that encourages the audi- ence performed by a musical ence and brings glory to God.” collage of voices. It is a great Choir members are thrilled time to gather and appreci- for this event and are excited ate all of the hard work the to show the dedication and the choirs have accomplished. work that went into prepar- Dr. Marin Jacobson, Di- ing the concert. Junior Sarah rector of Men’s Chorus and Dixon, President of Donne di Donne Di Canto, is excit- Canto, expressed her excite- ed for the upcoming con- ment for the upcoming event. cert. “The music is quite “This is the first big perfor- inspiring, and the diversity mance of the year, “said Dix- of styles will keep the audi- on. “We had the 40th anniver- ence wondering what they sary concert and have sang in are going to hear next,” said chapel, but this is the first con- Jacobson. “One of the most cert that we have been work- moving pieces the men will ing toward and leading up to.” sing is called ‘By Faith’ with Showing off the hard work words by Kristyn and Keith is always exciting, but it can Getty. It affirms God’s faith- also be a difficult. “The most fulness and our statement challenging part is [right be- that we will trust God until fore] the concert when we are God’s mission is complete.” polishing everything. It can Knitting a choir togeth- be stressful, but it’s important er is hard work, but Jacob- to really get everything down son’s enthusiasm makes the and feel secure and ready process seem well worth the for the concert,” said Dixon. effort. “Each fall, the choirs One challenge the choirs have many returning and new will face will be singing in members, so one of our goals the diverse languages of the is to become a unified ensem- many pieces. “We are singing ble. There are musical and a piece in German, African, interpersonal aspects to our Latin and English,” said Dix- unity,” said Jacobson. “We fo- on. This concert is sure to in- cus on listening to one anoth- spire all in attendance. Drift er to create a unified sound onsets and releases, dynamic the aspects Jacobson enjoys meet, they are striving togeth- in like a leaf in the autumn that expresses the compos- contrasts (louds/softs), tun- most about her job. . “Leading er toward a common goal, and wind and enjoy the musical er’s vision and the meaning ing and managing our breath.” choirs is quite exciting work as they sing, they are creating event taking place tomorrow of the text. We work on uni- Collaboration is one of because every time the choirs beautiful music with mean- at 7:30 p.m. in the CU Center. fying vowels, synchronizing Guest artists grappled with culture, race and God during on campus concert JAMI DERBY were the same in each lan- failure. Taimani sang, “Why group. Bournes “felt like [he] cially when you’re surround- STAFF WRITER guage, so every mother tongue do I continue to do the things I had to prove something be- ed by different perspectives. was singing, “all we are saying don’t want to do. Someone save cause of the stereotypes,” but The performance left me On Thurs., Oct. 6, students is give peace a chance.” This me from myself. Grace will you explained that he overcame amazed. Both artists were gathered around the Global song had everyone clapping remember? Don’t forget my these feelings by realizing that, able to articulate such strong Village lounge to hear a live and talking to their neighbor name.” Taimani’s words were “My worth came from the fact messages in their perfor- concert featuring spoken word about how beautiful the lan- packed with emotion, and his that I’m created in the image mances. The overall satis- artist, Micah Bournes, and sing- guages were sung and how performance connected those of God.” His poetic contem- faction at the event seemed er songwriter Aisea Taimani. well the meaning and words words in a way that helped plation of racial topics and his high, with students staying Taimani was first to per- the audience feel them. He loud, passionate voice grabbed afterward to talk with the per- form. Each of his songs held a wrapped up his performance the audience and never let go. formers and fellow students. message and tackled relevant “My worth by saying “I am Aisea Taima- Bournes’ last poem, “Freak Micah Bournes and Aisea topics in today’s culture. One of ni and I am your brother,” and Show,” talked about a top- Taimani didn’t just give stu- his songs was about technology came from the welcomed his good friend ic familiar to anyone who dents a great performance; and how social media culture Micah Bournes to the stage. has taken a New Testament they gave them an opportu- can interfere with our relation- fact I’m created Bournes’ first poem was ti- course at Concordia. The nity to think broadly about ships. Another was about be- tled “Native Tongue.” Speaking idea is the ones with the most how to use music and poetry ing a peacemaker in the world from his experience as an Af- need are a priority to God. to voice their opinions about and his song titled “Keep Your in the image of rican-American, Bournes ex- The needy are the ones who the things that matter in this Eyes on the Prize” was about pressed how he’d been judged will end up in heaven because world. If you would like to how music has the power to G o d .” for the way he spoke and how “somewhere along the way see Micah Bournes (@micah- educate and challenge people. came together at the end. some wrote-off his African they believed,” said Bournes. bournes) or Aisea Taimani (@ In his second to last song, Taimani’s last song was a American Vernacular English After the performances, aiseataimani) perform, then “Let’s Jump on a Plane,” Taima- personal one. Through the as uneducated. His second the two stayed around for a follow them on Instagram ni sang in four different lan- lyrics, he shared his childhood poem again channeled his eth- Q&A where students asked for upcoming performances. guages. The lyrics bounced desire to be free, accepted and nic identity and was about how the artists questions about be- from Korean to Pakistani, then loved by those around him. In his college friends at times ing creative writers and about dipped into Spanish and fin- the song, he calls on God to made him feel dumb for being how to wrestle with topics like ished in English. The words free him from his feelings of the only man of color in their prejudice and theology, espe- October 21, 2016 Reviews 7

Netflix Reviews: The Ranch A column that details the highs and lows of Netflix to assist Concordians in the ongoing struggle of picking something to watch. CELINA STRATTON son why “The Ranch” is so STAFF WRITER unique is that you go into the If you’re a fan of Ashton first episode expecting it to Kutcher and like short 22-min- be like a traditionally whole- ute shows you can binge- some sitcom, then the first watch in a single weekend, F-bomb is dropped (and I then “The Ranch” is for you. might add, it was perfect co- This Netflix original is about medic timing on Elliott’s part). Colt Bennett (Kutcher), a Since it was in its pilot sea- semi-pro football player with a son, writers were careful not to dwindling career who returns push the profanity too far. But home to his family ranch after given the success and positive a nearly two-decade absence. audience response, they were Just to start, I am becoming able to push the envelope a lit- a huge fan of Netflix original tle further in part two and use shows. I’ve watched “Orange profane language to make the is the New Black” and “House dialogue more organic to the personalities of the characters. of Cards.” Both have incredi- Sam Elliott, Ashton Kutcher, Danny Masterson, and Debra Winger (courtesy of Netflix) I admit it — I have not ble evolving plots. The prob- Colt’s return to the ranch. Rooster’s bar-owner mother son have an established chem- seen more than one season’s lem is they can both get pret- Surprised and displeased, his and estranged wife of Beau, istry and comfort with one worth of the beloved “That ty intense at times. “Stranger grumpy father, Beau (Sam El- Maggie (played by Debra another that shines through ‘70s Show,” nor did I keep up Things,” one of the most talk- liott, “Tombstone” and “We Winger) and Colt’s former when they partake in their with Kutcher’s small screen re- ed about shows right now, is Were Soldiers”) reluctantly high school sweetheart, Abby frequent sibling bickering. turn on “Two and a Half Men.” next on my list and I’m sure it welcomes him back. More (played by Elisha Cuthbert). What’s even more hilarious I can say that after watching gets just as intense. So before I enthusiastic but still (for “The Ranch” is unlike other are the interactions between season one of “The Ranch,” I commit to another one of those lack of a better word) “salty,” shows in the sense that a sin- Beau and his boys. This old- quite enjoy Kutcher’s perfor- emotionally draining roller Colt’s brother Jameson, aka gle season is broken into two school skeptic sometimes mance, and tolerating his loud coasters that we keep calling “Rooster,” (Danny Masterson, parts made up of ten episodes has trouble keeping up with acting style is not a chore at all. “shows,” I decided to escape “That ‘70s Show” and “Yes each, with each set of episodes modern-day technology, lat- Sure, he tries to add a “coun- the realities of school and Or- Man”) also gives him a less- being released months apart. est fashion trends and more. try” accent that is choppy and ange County living by diving than-warm welcome back. Season one part one is mostly For example, in one of the inconsistent, but the fact is into this sitcom about a small The main cast rounds about Colt’s adjustment being first episodes, Rooster asks Kutcher is actually a funny guy. town with big personalities. out with the two leading la- in his hometown in Garrison, Beau if he wants to watch TV I don’t want to give too The first episode is about dies of the show — Colt and CO and everyone else’s ad- later that night. Beau replies, much away, but I’ll let you justment to having him back. “Like what?” Rooster says, “I know that this show is funny Though the first couple ep- dunno. Something on Net- and worth at least a couple of isodes revolve around Kutch- flix?” which prompts Beau to hours of your free Saturday af- er’s character, the show quickly ask, “What the (bad word that ternoon to quickly get through evolves and starts fleshing out starts with an ‘F’) is Netflix?” an entire set of episodes. Give the ensemble cast. The clashing It’s funny because the show it a shot and if you find your- of personalities and genera- is a Netflix original, get it? self bored or it’s not really tional gaps, especially between To add a little more in- your thing, just catch a young- Beau and his boys, is hysteri- sight into the show’s actual er Kutcher and Masterson cal. After working together content, I have to warn you, on “That ‘‘70s Show” which for several years on “That ‘70s inappropriate language is fre- is also streaming on Netflix. Ashton Kutcher and Danny Masterson (courtesy of Netflix) Show,” Kutcher and Master- quently used. Another rea- 8 Everything Eagles October 21, 2016 Communication Studies Department welcomes Dr. Erin Nelson and Dr. David Schulz KAYLA LARDNER opportunity for a new commu- op some new courses. I would CAMPUS EDITOR nication department. “We all really love to teach a health

want to really boost the commu- communication class or a fami- Concordia’s Communication nication department,” said Nel- ly communication class. I think Studies Department welcomed son. “We had such a legacy leave those are incredibly relevant… new faculty members Dr. Erin last year [with Dr. Schramm], for our society and what the Nelson and Dr. David Schulz. and so now we’re all trying to students will face in the future.” The department is strongly make it great going forward, The goal of the department is staffed explained Professor Tr- trying to build up our major.” to capitalize on the strong foun- ish Ollry, Communication Stud- One of the ways the depart- dation and unique skill sets Nel- ies Department Chair, “Both ment wants to achieve that is by son and Schulz bring, while en- Dr. Nelson and Dr. Schulz were utilizing the strengths of the new hancing the visibility and the size great candidates… In terms of faculty to create new courses. of the department as a whole. the gaps we knew we were go- Schulz’ background in vid- The new faculty bring their pas- ing to need to fill, they were eo production “is something sionate interests in communica- certainly our top two choices.” Dr. David Schulz PC: Kayla Lardner we’re definitely interested in tion, enhancing the department Nelson began studying com- With Nelson’s interest in re- After leaving journalism to doing,” said Ollry. “It’d be such and readying it to reach new munication after taking a family lational dynamics and the inter- focus on debate, Schulz began a nice addition to social me- academic heights. “Communica- communication class which stud- personal side of communication to develop his skills and his in- dia, journalism and public re- tion is everywhere,” said Nelson ied couples with different com- and Schulz’ background in rhet- terest in rhetoric, specifically so- lations, where all of those are “It’s everyday, and everyone can munication styles, namely one oric, “The two of them together cial movements, public memory having more of a video com- use it, in a minor or a major.” partner growing up in a teasing we’re just kind of the perfect pair,” and technological determinism. ponent, and Dr. Schulz brings household, while the other did said Ollry. “They’re both so well “Part of my trajectory is some great experience in terms not, and the conflict that arises. qualified. They both have their about being a change agent,” of developing some curricu- A lightbulb went off for terminal degrees [and] their said Schulz. “I’ve always been lum that would give students a Nelson. “It just explained why strengths are complementary. interested in how change hap- chance to develop those skills.” people experience this,” said Where Dr. Schulz strengths are pens, how do social move- Nelson also hopes to “devel- Nelson. “[It] opened my eyes in rhetoric, [this] filled the gap ments come together.” Public [that] you can study this stuff from Dr. [Martin] Schramm.” memory is “how do we as a and find out why relation- For Schulz, controversy has culture remember something ships work or don’t work.” always interested him. “I was collectively… How people re- From there, she studied with on my high school newspaper, member, but also forget things.” a professor working on inter- thought I wanted to be a jour- “[Schulz has] a passion for personal communication, spe- nalist, because I want to uncover rhetoric and [wants] to bring that cifically “a family going through all the wrongs in society,” said into the study of communica- cancer [analyzing] their conver- Schulz. “I just wanted to cover tion,” said Dr. John Norton, De- sations, going from diagnosis controversy… Story after story partment Chair of English and to death” said Nelson. By com- that I proposed to my editor just Modern Languages and Profes- bining health and interpersonal got shut down.” It wasn’t until he sor of English. “I think that’s why research, she was able to help was asked to cover something [he’s] a gift to the school, because “people understand how to talk less polarizing, specifically the [he brings] a very serious, very about really difficult topics… debate team, that he found a academic approach to rhetoric.” I wanted to understand how new calling in communications. With new faculty brings the people manage that illness.” Dr. Erin Nelson PC: Kayla Lardner FAFSA process changing to benefit students

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