October 6, 2016 Volume 96 Number 8 THE DUQUESNE DUKE www.duqsm.com PROUDLY SERVING OUR CAMPUS SINCE 1925 Pharmacy school hosts community fair Elevator

Hallie Lauer problems staff writer When most people think of trouble October, they think of Hallow- een, Columbus Day and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but campus it is also American Pharmacists Month. In celebration of that, Raymond Arke the Mylan School of Pharmacy at Duquesne hosted their fourth asst. news editor Health and Wellness Fair. The fair, which was free and Elevators play a major role in open to the public, took place transporting students up and down Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Duquesne’s hilly campus. Getting in Downtown’s Market Square. stuck in one, however, could really Alongside people doing Zumba ruin your day — just ask Steven Yost’s and receiving free blood pres- family. sure screenings were 25 infor- Last week, on Sept. 26, the elevator mational booths educating pass- in the Forbes Garage got stuck on the ersby on health issues. fifth floor. Yost, a sophomore phar- “Part of our mission is to ed- macy major, was waiting to meet up ucate our students to improve with his parents to attend the Pirates health outcomes to help our pa- game. tients and communities,” said “They got on the elevator in the Assistant Dean for Student Ser- parking garage and ended up getting vices in the Pharmacy School, stuck inside for an hour and fifteen Dr. Janet Astle. minutes,” Yost said. Four years ago, the annual fair To make the stressful situation began at the Allegheny County worse, they missed the beginning of Courthouse and moved to Mar- the game. ket Square after the first year to “My father had box tickets for the increase community visibility, game, so you could imagine the anger that my family and I shared after the according to Astle. Kailey Love/Photo Editor Pharmacy school intern Jordan Markowitz tests a woman’s blood pressure at the Health and Wellness fair on Oct. 5. unfortunate elevator event,” he said. see FAIR — page 3 Yost said a Duquesne Police offi- cer drove his family to the game once they were freed. Yost and his family were disap- DU alcohol violations down, new report says pointed that Duquesne’s mainte- nance employees on campus were Carolyn Conte “We believe that students are mak- unable to remedy the problem. staff writer ing better choices due to educational “[Maintenance staff] had to wait initiatives on the problems associated an hour for the elevator company Duquesne released the annual Fire with dangerous drinking behaviors,” [representative] to come with the and Safety report for 2015 on Sept. Hart said. “Duquesne does a good keys to the elevator,” he said. 26, which revealed a downward trend job, especially during the freshman Bill Zilcosky, director of building in student violations of liquor law. Orientation program, with providing services, said the elevators are main- The past three years have seen a drop nonalcoholic events to provide alter- tained by Schindler Elevator Service, in overall liquor violations, yet there natives to the party scene.” a professional company that special- was a rise in violations that led to ar- DU Cares Coordinator Daniel Git- izes in elevator and escalators. This rests and a rise in drug violations. tens said he speaks to classes, floor means Schindler was responsible for In 2013, the report shows there programs, Greek organizations, fixing the issue. The extended wait, were 15 liquor law arrests on campus. freshman groups and others to curb Zilcosky said was due to “the call While this number dropped to 10 in bad decisions like underage drinking. [coming] in after normal operating 2014 it rose to 11 in 2015. The second part of his solution is hours.” The overall number of liquor viola- educational programs for violators. Maintenance staff members stayed tions referred for disciplinary action, First, violators must attend DU Cares Maggie Gates/Staff Photographer with the family throughout the pro- in contrast, has continued to fall. classes, which review how and why A Duquesne public safety vehicle sits outside the Student Union on Wednesday. cess. There were 654 liquor violations in alcohol affects behavior, and how to “Our maintenance group respond- 2013, they dropped to 462 in 2014, promote “safety and success,” accord- third or more violation,” Gittens said. while one was arrested in 2014 and ed and stayed in contact with the ele- and fell further this year to 358. ing to Gittens. For a second offense, “Less than one percent of the students two last year. vator [occupants] until the Schindler Duquesne Police Chief Tom Hart students attend a meeting with Git- would, which is maybe 35 people.” As for drug law violations referred technician could return to campus, attributes the decrease in violations to tens and enroll in a reflective online According to the report, four peo- for disciplinary actions, the past three which is our normal protocol,” Zil- Duquesne’s education on alcohol and program. ple were arrested in 2013 for posses- years have seen steady numbers of cosky said. because of the DU Cares program. “We have very few people who get a sion or distribution of illegal drugs, see REPORT — page 2 see ELEVATOR — page 3 opinions features sports a & e Follow us on... 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iza ulick the phone twice since his incar- The “Cops ‘n’ Chefs BBQ on L Z staff writer ceration. Ferrante told her he is the Bluff” fundraiser returns now working with organizations next Thursday October 13. The On April 17, 2013, Dr. Autumn while in prison to figure out how event helps raise money for the Klein collapsed on her kitchen his wife’s cyanide test could have campus’ United Way Fund. floor and was rushed to the hospi- produced what he maintains was The annual event features tal. After three days in the hospi- a “false positive.” Duquesne Police officers grilling tal, doctors declared her dead on Though Ward has written up lunches for the campus com- April 20. Later test results deter- many investigative pieces during munity. The lunches include ei- mined the cause of her death to be her time with the Post-Gazette, ther a burger or sweet sausage cyanide poisoning. she decided the murder of Au- paired with baked beans, jalap- Her husband, neuroscientist tumn Klein was book-worthy eno cornbread, a Smiley cookie Robert Ferrante, is serving a life because she felt a strong connec- and a bottle of water. sentence for the first degree mur- tion to Klein. Tickets are on sale now and der of his wife. “I struggle to balance that work can be purchased either at the Now, almost three years af- life scale everyday, and I saw in Department of Public Safety ter Dr. Klein’s death, a former Autumn a similar thing … treat- or from an individual public Duquesne professor with a con- ing her patients and getting home safety officer. The tickets cost nection to the case has published Kailey Love/Photo Editor late in the night to kiss her daugh- $7 and are on sale through Oct. a book about the events leading Paula Reed Ward signs a book at an event in the law school on Oct. 4. Ward has ter goodnight,” Ward said. 12 — only cash is accepted. up to, including and following the taught investigative reporting classes at Pittsburgh universities including Duquesne. Pamela Walck, a multiplat- strange murder. form journalism professor at Healthcare ethics director Paula Reed Ward, a reporter for articles form the basis of her conducted many interviews with Duquesne, stressed the impor- receives $85k grant the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette who book, titled “Death by Cyanide.” Klein’s family. Ferrante also gave tance of investigative journalism Henk ten Have, director of taught an investigative journal- Ward used her presentation at her an interview and answered and the type of work Ward does. Duquesne’s Center for Health- ism class at Duquesne last year, Duquesne as an opportunity to personal questions about his life “At the heart of investigative care Ethics, is a recent recipient visited campus on Oct. 4 to pres- promote the book and talk about and family, but they shied away journalism is the idea that there of a $85,470 grant. ent her nonfiction book, “Death her investigative process. from talking about his trial. is an injustice … and the work that The grant was awarded by By Cyanide.” The publishing process for “I did not ask any tough ques- investigative journalists do to un- Novo Nordisk, a global phar- As a reporter for the Post- “Death by Cyanide” took less than tions because I already knew he cover those wrongs … that work maceutical company headquar- Gazette at the time of Klein’s a year, but Ward relied on years was pleading not guilty,” Ward is really critical in terms of help- tered in Denmark. The purpose murder, Ward wrote a series of worth of background information said. “That would only result in ing to hold people accountable for is to help ten Have complete articles about Klein’s death and that she had gathered. not getting any answers at all.” the trust that placed with them,” the second part of a three part Ferrante’s resulting trial. Those During her research, Ward She has even spoken to him on Walck said. project called “Bioethics Tool for Implementation of Global Principles.” Fire and POLICE briefs Duquesne hosts green conference Kailey Love safety Cousin PB is pleased to tell ya’ll that everybody is behaving photo editor themselves this week — there In 2015, the pope called upon report ain’t too much crime to report! Catholics around the globe to look Last Thursday, a Duquesne at the world around them and take employee reported damage to steps to protect the environment. A their parked car on Bluff Street. year later, Duquesne contributed to- released Last Friday, Residence Life ward this goal over the course of two found marijuana and parapher- days with its annual Integrity of Cre- REPORT — from page 1 nalia in a room in Towers. The ation conference. student involved was referred to Inspired by Pope Francis’ en- 81, 74 and 84 on-campus offenders, the Office of Student Conduct. cyclical entitled “On Care for Our respectively. On Sunday, a residence di- Common Home: Laudato Si,” DU Cares also hosts several social rector found a wallet contain- Duquesne’s second Integrity of Cre- events to offer an alternative to drink- ing two (count ’em — two) fake ation Conference took a deeper look ing for students who want to enjoy ID’s. The items were handed into the importance of preserving their weekends. One upcoming event Kailey Love/Photo Editor over to Duquesne Police, who the environment through scientif- Notre Dame theology professor Celia Deane-Drummond speaks at the Sept. 28 event. is the “Murder Mystery,” a $5 live referred the student who owned ic, religious and social lenses. The action-Clue game. the ID’s to the Office of Student event featured nine speakers from newly inaugurated President Ken day night alone during our first Public Safety continues to be dedi- Conduct. multiple disciplines. Gormley. plenary presentation by Dr. Good- cated to curbing illicit drinking. Time to keep the streak go- Jordan Potter, a research assistant Presentations began Wednesday, enough,” he said. “We will continue to work with all ing, ya’ll! Let’s see even less and healthcare ethics graduate stu- Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. and continued the Ursula Goodenough, a biology of our campus partners in hopes of crime next week! dent who worked as one of the lead next day from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 professor at Washington University, preventing dangerous drinking be- coordinators on the conference staff, p.m. The conference was open to kicked off the conference with her haviors,” Hart said. stressed the importance of an inter- all students and faculty, and a live speech entitled “The Evolutionary Hart understands what the job disciplinary approach to protecting stream broadcasted the presenta- Dimensions of Laudato Si,” which entails. EmailTips the environment. tions worldwide. focused on the scientific side of the “At times, Public Safety must pro- We want your input! “Protecting our common home is, “This also allowed Spiritan mem- encyclical. tect students from themselves if their by nature, an interdisciplinary task. bers from around the world to watch Another presenter, Notre Dame choices with alcohol or drugs put The Duke’s news section It requires contributions from vari- the conference live, and many Amer- theology professor Celia Deane- them at risk. Intervention may re- would love to hear from you ous different disciplines and area of icans from across the country also Drummond, highlighted the theo- quire seeking medical [and] counsel- about stories that you want to study to fully address,” Potter said. took advantage of this opportunity, logical implications of the environ- ing assistance, student conduct sanc- see in print. Know a talented “This includes contributions from from the West Coast in San Diego, mental issue in her presentation, tions and, as a last resort, fines from professor or accomplished stu- the environmental sciences, the life California to the East Coast in Bos- “Theological Anthropology of Lau- the criminal justice system,” he said. dent? See something on campus sciences, theology, philosophy, law ton, Massachusetts,” Potter said. dato Si,” on the second day of the Gittens is confident in the student that just doesn’t make sense? and business, along with many other Potter was happy with the viewer- conference. body to make smart choices. You can send your tips and story approaches.” ship the livestream attracted. Her speech revolved around the “Our students are very responsi- ideas to News Editor Brandon The conference included an in- “We had 91 views from across ble … Overall, we’re in a pretty good Addeo at [email protected]. troductory welcome speech by the the country and world on Wednes- see INTEGRITY — page 12 place,” Gittens said.

October 6, 2016 News THEDUQUESNEDUKE 3 2 million urged to evacuate for Hurricane Matthew

AP — Hurricane Matthew himself and his cats to last a week. year span when a record eight hur- marched toward Florida, Geor- “There’s always tremendous ricanes hit the state. gia and the Carolinas and nearly buildup and then it’s no stronger As of 5 p.m. EDT Wednesday, 2 million people along the coast than an afternoon thunderstorm,” Matthew was centered about 400 were urged to evacuate their he said. “I’m not anticipating that miles (640 kilometers) southeast homes Wednesday, a mass exo- much damage.” of West Palm Beach and moving dus ahead of a major storm pack- In Fort Lauderdale, about 200 northwest, according to the Nation- ing power the U.S. hasn’t seen in miles south, six employees at a sev- al Hurricane Center . Hurricane- more than a decade. en-bedroom Mediterranean-style force winds extended 45 miles (72 Matthew was a dangerous mansion packed up for an evacua- kilometers) from the center. and life-threatening Category 3 tion fearing any storm surge could “When a hurricane is forecast storm with sustained winds of flood the property. The homeown- to take a track roughly parallel to 120 mph (190 kph) as it passed ers planned to move to another a coastline, as Matthew is forecast through the Bahamas, and it was home they own in Palm Beach to do from Florida through South expected to be very near Flori- that’s further from the water. Two Carolina, it becomes very difficult da’s Atlantic coast by Thursday Lamborghinis and a Ferrari had to specify impacts at any one lo-

evening. At least 16 deaths in the AP Photo been placed inside the garage, but cation,” said National Hurricane Caribbean have been blamed on Selen Hernandez of Deerfield Beach loads water into his car in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. employee Mae White wasn’t sure Center forecaster Lixion Avila. the storm, with heavy damage re- what they would do with a Rolls Florida can expect as much as 10 ported in Haiti. moved the pool furniture inside, I don’t want to be anywhere near Royce, Mustang and other cars still inches of rain in some isolated areas. The storm was forecast to turned off the water, disconnect- it,” Carlos Medina said. “We are parked in the driveway. In South Carolina, Gov. Nikki Hal- scrape much of the Florida coast ed all electrical appliances and just being a little safe, a little bit “This storm surge. It’s scary,” ey reversed the lanes of Interstate 26 and any slight deviation could emptied their refrigerator. more cautious.” White said. “You’re on the water, so that all lanes of traffic were headed mean landfall or it heading far- They then hopped in a truck About 20 miles away in the you’ve got to go.” west and out of Charleston. It was the ther out to sea. Either way, it filled with legal documents, jew- town of Cape Canaveral, John The last Category 3 storm or first time the lanes had been reversed. was going to be close enough to elry and a decorative carved shell Long said Hurricane Matthew is higher to hit the United States was Plans to reverse the lanes were put wreak havoc along the lower part that had once belonged to April just hype as his neighbors in his Wilma in October 2005. It made in place after hours-long traffic jams of the East Coast, and many peo- Medina’s great-grandfather and RV park packed up and evacuated landfall with 120 mph (190 kph) during Hurricane Floyd in 1999. ple weren’t taking any chances. headed west to Orlando, where inland. Even though his 32-foot winds in southwest Florida, killing The governor planned to call In Melbourne Beach, near the they planned to ride out the storm RV is just feet from the Banana five people as it pushed through for more evacuations on Thurs- Kennedy Space Center, Carlos with their daughter’s family. River and a half mile from the the Everglades and into the Fort day, which would bring the total and April Medina moved their “The way we see it, if it main- beach, he had no plans to leave. Lauderdale and Palm Beach area. to about 500,000 people in the paddle board and kayak inside tains its current path, we get Long, who owns a bike shop and It caused an estimated $21 billion state. Florida urged or ordered the garage and took pictures off tropical storm-strength winds. If has lived along the Space Coast in damage and left thousands of about 1.5 million to leave the the walls of their home about it makes a little shift to the left, for 30 years, said he has a genera- residents without power for more coast, said Jackie Schutz, spokes- 500 feet from the coast. They it could be a Category 2 or 3 and tor and enough food and water for than a week. It concluded a two- woman for Gov. Rick Scott. Duquesne students Health fair comes to Downtown report elevator trouble ELEVATOR — from page 1 Miah Dunkleberger, a sophomore integrated marketing communica- tions major, was stuck in the Locust Garage elevator last year. Attempts to use the call button failed, she said. “The call for help button didn’t work; luckily I had my phone,” she added. The incident occurred as Dunkle- berger was headed to her work study job. “I had to call my boss and have her get ahold of someone who could come get me out,” she said. Luckily, help came within 15 minutes. Rodney Dobish, assistant vice president and chief facilities officer Kailey Love/Photo Editor Students from Duquesne Mylan School of Pharmacy work tents at the fourth annual Health and Wellness Fair at Market Square. at Duquesne, said such incidents are Maggie Gates/Staff Photographer relatively rare. An elevator on the 12th floor of St. Martin’s. “Duquesne University operates 86 FAIR — from page 1 “We do this through point-of- with a health care provider this elevators in approximately 50 build- “As part of the inspection, that in- care testing [including] blood year,” Cirbus said. ings across campus. Entrapments spector verifies that all mechanical “We want to meet people where glucose screenings … and educa- Cirbus hopes to keep helping can happen from time to time for and safety features are working prop- they are,” said Astle. tional programs,” Cirbus said. out those who need it. varying mechanical, safety and user- erly and orders any repairs if neces- The goal of the fair is to help There were approximately 100 “Our goal continues to be to related reasons. We’ve documented sary,” Dobish added. give out health information to Duquesne students and faculty provide patients with informa- 22 cases since August, which is ... Dobish said Schindler helps per- those who don’t have the access to pharmacists at the fair. Their tion and screenings they need to average compared to the same time form maintenance on the university’s it and to make information more theme for this year was “Together jump-start or continue to live a period in prior years,” he said. elevators and often has a technician readily available, she explained. We Can Create a Healthier Pitts- long and healthy life,” she said. Dobish believes the elevators are on campus. “The Health and Wellness Fair burgh.” The focus of the fair was She expects the event to con- well-maintained. “Schindler maintains a presence allows us as students to interact outreach and providing basic care tinue improving. “The elevators are inspected twice on campus to evaluate the elevators, with our community and actively to as many people as possible. “My hopes for the future [are] that each year — in August and in Febru- respond quickly to service calls and make a difference,” said Kristen “Many of the participants at we continue to grow each year with ary — by an independent contractor, provide reliable, safe and responsible Cirbus, a fifth year pharmacy the fair have not seen a health- our participation with the public and as mandated by the state of Pennsyl- resolutions to operational and safety major and vice president of pa- care professional all year long continue to provide health informa- vania,” he said. concerns,” he said. tient care of the American Phar- — meaning the pharmacists and tion to the underserved areas of our The inspections are a thorough re- Schindler could not be reached for macist Association’s Academy of student pharmacists present community, and to create a healthier view of the elevator’s operation. comment. Student Pharmacists. might be their only interaction Pittsburgh,” Cirbus said. 4 Opinions THEDUQUESNEDUKE staff 113 College Hall editorial 600 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15282 Students should editorial staff party with editor-in-chief Kaye Burnet prudence news editor Brandon Addeo asst. news editor Raymond Arke As soon as October begins, peo- opinions editor Rebekah Devorak ple’s thoughts turn toward Hallow- features editor Seth Culp-Ressler een. What will your costume be? a&e editor Sean Ray Will you go to a party? Host your sports editor Andrew Holman own? Hand-in-hand with the issue asst. sports editor Natalie Fiorilli of Halloween is a controversial, but photo editor Kailey Love inescapable, part of college campus asst. photo editor Bryanna McDermott life: alcohol. layout editor Leah Devorak Even as the number of liquor law violations is decreasing at administrative staff Duquesne, from 462 in 2014 to adviser Bobby Kerlik 358 last year, alcohol still re- ad manager Natalie Fiorilli mains a dominant part of campus email us: [email protected] social life. Living as close as we do to the South Side and Oakland, where bars litter every city block, it is difficult to quell the popular- Change is the ity of social drinking. For holidays, such as St. Pat- law of life. And rick’s Day and Halloween, it is not uncommon to see hordes of those who look wobbly students stumbling home at 3 a.m. after a night of heavy drinking. Some make it back to only to the past the dorm rooms. Some end up vomiting on the lawn outside of or present are Towers. Such abuses of alcohol Cartoon by Shelby Wasil are embarrassing to Duquesne certain to miss and damaging to the university’s if i do say so myself... relationship with neighboring the future. communities. In other words, we C need to reign it in, folks. Police officer fired for slur in Snapchat Don’t get us wrong: The Duke’s John F. Kennedy With reports of police brutality in an interview that she realized it under the law is already being im- staff is far from prudish. Most of happening all across the country, was a “stupid mistake” and urged pacted. How is the public supposed us are over 21 and greatly enjoy just know that Pittsburgh isn’t people to believe that she doesn’t to feel safe and justly protected the occasional adult beverage. You just read Now tweet immune to having its own prob- have “a racist bone in [her] body.” when an officer takes matters such Sometimes several adult bever- our thoughts. us yours. lems, as well. Police officers should be held to as racism so lightly? ages. We do, however, draw the Melissa Adamson, a part-time the highest standards of responsi- Perhaps this highlights a flaw in line at being so intoxicated that @TheDuquesneDuke police officer with the McKeesport bility when they are inducted into the system in regard to what kind emergency medical staff at Mercy Police Department, was fired on the force. Their jobs are incredibly of people are hired as cops, or per- Hospital need to pump our stom- Sept. 27 after using a racial slur on important. Police officers are not haps this exposes the need for bet- achs to prevent alcohol poison- social media. Adamson posted only supposed to protect and ter training in how to treat and en- ing. There is a huge difference be- editorial a selfie on Snapchat while in serve each person in their gage the community in a manner tween enjoying a light buzz from uniform with the caption, city equally, but they are that esteems all types of people. a couple of beers and drinking so “I’m the law today n---a.” supposed to exercise the The McKeesport Police Depart- much that you don’t know where policy Although it is unclear great amount of power ment deserves praise for treat- you are or how you got there. The Duquesne Duke is the student- how her superiors be- that they have as figures ing Adamson’s scenario seriously, There’s a reason the permanent written, student-managed newspaper came aware of the photo in society, both fairly and rather than just sweeping it under residents of Oakland, the South of Duquesne University. It is published ,as it was taken at an mindfully. This goes the rug as a young person’s foolish Side and the South Side Slopes hate every Thursday during the academic when Duquesne students move in year except during semester breaks and earlier point in time for any situation mistake. The department’s mis- holidays, and prior to final exams. The and circulated on – large, small, sion statement, listed on its web- next door. They see us as a menace. Staff Editorial is based upon the opin- her first day of online or in- site, says that the force “actively It’s not uncommon for drunken ions of the editors of The Duke and does the job, she was person. pursues the cooperation of every students to cause property damage not necessarily reflect the views of the on a Friday night in the South Side. students, faculty, administration, stu- immediately re- Genuine re- resident in an effort to create a po- dent government or the University pub- lieved of her du- spect for other lice/community partnership sen- As for underage drinking, we ac- lications board. Op-ed columns do not knowledge that it’s going to happen. ties once it was Rebekah Devorak human life is sitive to the multitude of cultures reflect the opinions of The Duke, but discovered. Adamson something that those that make up the human fabric of As long as you have adults who are rather are the sole opinions of the col- opinions editor umnists themselves. was training to become serving as officers our community.” both underage and overage living a probation officer and had only of the law cannot afford to lose. Adamson’s behavior crossed together in close quarters, it’s not Letters policy been hired weeks before. It shouldn’t even be a question. the boundary of what McKeesport going disappear from campus. How- Letters to the editor must be typed, McKeesport Mayor Michael According to the United States deemed acceptable in its pursuit ever, there are even more risks as- double-spaced and include the writ- er’s name, school/department and Cherepko said in a statement on Census Bureau, 31.9 percent of for harmony, and it’s refreshing to sociated with binge drinking when phone number for verification. Letters the city’s Facebook page that Ad- McKeesport is black. The fact that see the department act so swiftly you’re underage. Fake IDs can re- should be no longer than 300 words amson’s post “displays a degree of Adamson used a racial slur that and significantly in its decision. sult in felony charges. Being caught and should be delivered to The Duke drinking underage will lead to a trip office at 113 College Hall or e-mailed conduct and character that is far clearly degraded over one third of Adamson might not have to [email protected] by 5 p.m. different from what I would expect the community she works with and thought her Snapchat would have to DU Cares and, eventually, to be- Tuesday. The editors reserve the right from an officer in this city.” He offended countless others reveals such a profound impact, but it ing kicked off campus. No one wants to edit any and all submitted copies. went on to say that her behavior the obvious lack of respect she had does. If the work that police offi- his or her freshman year legacy to All letters must be verified before being published. was “absolutely unacceptable” and for her job. cers are doing does not function to be a reputation as “that person who “will not be tolerated in the City of Adamson said in an interview bring people of all cultures closer threw up in the St. Anne’s lobby.” Corrections/clarifications McKeesport.” with WTAE that she does not want together in understanding, then By all means, have fun on Hallow- Readers should report any story or een and during the weekend leading photo error to The Duke. All legitimate While to some this may have this situation to affect how she it is essentially the same as just errors will be corrected in print the fol- seemed like a harmless act, in- does her job in the future. Unfor- pushing everyone further apart. up to it. But make it safe, and keep lowing edition. stances like these are why we have tunately, having a mindset that it classy. Your costume will be much more impressive if the person inside Contact such appalling issues going on be- allows for the kind of conduct she Rebekah Devorak is a senior journal- tween police and the public they has displayed thus far means that ism and advertising major and can be it is being respectful to himself or email [email protected] serve today. Adamson herself said the way she performs her duties reached at [email protected]. herself, as well as others. THEDUQUESNEDUKE 5 New Pittsburgh bike lanes polarize community Ollie Gratzinger them: They’re either hailed as the cycles don’t offer the kind of staff columnist epitome of health and wellness all-around protection that cars, or detested as the biggest traffic trucks and other motor vehicles If you’ve ever driven downtown, problem to hit the city since the do. It isn’t uncommon to hear you’ve probably seen your fair creation of modern roads. Hope- of riders being seriously injured share of cyclists. Maybe you’ve fully, though, the newest city or worse by drivers who aren’t griped about the bike lanes turn- project will help level the play- familiar with road-sharing rules ing a portion of Penn Avenue into ing field between motorists and and regulations, or who simply a one-way street, or maybe you’ve cyclists by getting bicycles off the didn’t see the cyclists coming. If admired the bike racks shaped streets and out of the way of cars. all goes as planned, though, the into designs that look more like Freshman Paige Pegher is wary expansion of bike lanes will en- public art than anything else. of such promises — and with good courage riders to steer clear of Regardless, it’s hard to miss the reason. overcrowded roads and stay in influence of those determined “I spent the last four years going their own lane. enough to wake up, brave Pitts- to school in Oakland, where they Freshman Sienna Petrus- burgh’s often unstable climate recently put in a bunch of bike chakvanicky has high hopes and bike to wherever their day de- lanes,” Pegher said. “They totally about what more bike lanes mands they go. screwed up traffic patterns and could accomplish within the city Get ready, because that influ- left way less room for cars. The limits. ence is about to spread. According majority of the time, no one uses “I think that bicyclists are go- to The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the bike lanes and they still rode ing too slow on the roads, which AP Photo the city is going to be seeing more their bikes in the middle of the causes delays, and there’s already Pittsburgh’s bike lanes, such as the ones that run through Penn Avenue, are known bike lanes popping up within the street. I’m all about going green, enough delay in the morning be- for being controversial. But love them or hate them, more will be added soon. next year. but I think it’s more important to cause of the early rush and con- The Pittsburgh City Council accommodate cars because there struction,” Petruschakvanicky “I think that expanding the Whether you love them or hate has spent more than $800,000 are obviously more cars than said. “Plus, not all drivers know city’s bike lanes is a good deci- them, it it’s becoming increasing- on two bike lane projects the bikes on the road.” the rules, like whether or not sion,” said sophomore Kat Nes- ly difficult to deny the benefits of council hopes will make the trek This brings us to the real co- they’re able to pass a biker or if tel. “People who can’t afford to the Pittsburgh bike lanes. It’s a across town easier, safer and gen- nundrum: How can we balance they can treat them like another spend money on gas can com- trend that’s only going to get big- erally more pleasant for cyclists health with practicality? Pitts- car. More bike lanes would make mute to work more easily with- ger, better and more prominent and drivers alike. One of the burgh is a city at the forefront of downtown more efficient, since it out having to worry about cars as as time goes on and city officials trails will connect Downtown to green innovation, with organiza- would cut down on confusion and much. The city might need some have time to work out the kinks the Point, and the other will ex- tions like Pittsburgh Bike Share traffic.” additional road work to widen and twists. We’re well on our way tend the already-existing North promoting their Healthy-Ride Not only will the expansion of the sides of the roads, but despite to becoming a green city, and Side lanes nearly a mile north to bikes as eco-friendly alterna- bike lanes provide the city’s riders temporary rerouting inconve- maybe it’ll be the bicycle that car- Mount Pleasant Road. tives to the Port Authority. The with a safe space to do their thing, niences at worst, it’s definitely a ries us there. It’s no secret that Pittsbur- flip side, though, is downtown but it would also offer a more cost- beneficial project in the long run ghers have a love/hate relation- traffic. efficient option for commuters because it enables people to have Ollie Gratzinger is a freshman Eng- ship with bike lanes. There re- Crowded streets present a who might be struggling to make a green option that’s both healthy lish and journalism major and can ally isn’t a moderate opinion of unique danger to cyclists, as bi- ends meet. and cost-efficient.” be reached at [email protected]. Duquesne named to list of ‘best value’ universities the faculty. Academic offerings, cost and avail- close network with their professors, according able financial aid are other features that play a to U.S. News. role in the ranking. With these factors displayed The school’s selectivity may seem like a on the list of schools, it can help narrow the vast minor factor in the rankings, but it actu- search to overwhelmed high school seniors. ally plays a significant role in where each U.S. News uses quantitative data that mea- school is placed in the rankings. The more sures the academic quality of each school, selective the school, the higher its educa- where education experts tell which is a reliable tional value. academic indicator of what matters the most For example, Princeton University is ranked in an education. Then the schools are divided No. 1 as “Best National University,” primar- into national universities, national liberal arts ily for its seven percent acceptance rate, es- universities, regional universities and regional teemed graduate programs, small class sizes, colleges. They are further divided by other indi- and 100 percent financial need met on aver- cators of superior academic offerings, and each age. Duquesne University has a 75 percent ac- indicator is given a weight of excellence; U.S. ceptance rate where the average financial need The Duquesne Duke Archives News then makes a judgement of which indica- met is 73 percent, according to U.S. News. Duquesne University was recently voted to the U.S. News list of best colleges for value in the United States. tor matters the most. The fact that Duquesne University placed Alison Caracciolo Colleges annual ranking. Duquesne has also The Carnegie classification is a system that on the Best Colleges ranking is something for staff columnist jumped up in the “Best Value School” ranking, U.S. News uses as its basis in ranking colleges Duquesne students to take pride in. climbing to No. 37, which is a six-spot increase and universities. This system helps identify Ally Parisi, a sophomore at Duquesne, said, I always told my parents I wanted to go to when compared to last year. which schools are eligible for grant money. “We have our own little campus community college in a different state, and it had to be no- U.S. News and World Report publishes a This means schools that may have been re- while being just a step away from booming ticeably larger than my high school. I wanted list every year of colleges and universities that gional universities may now be national opportunity ... Duquesne sets us up for suc- the big-city feel, but realistically, I just wanted have exceeded the measures of academic excel- universities. A new methodology was imple- cess in our future.” the city feel without the out-of-state city price. lence, financial availability, graduation rates mented when making the 2017 list, where The location and the high academic reputa- The first time I walked onto the Duquesne and many other factors. An extensive process of class size plays a larger role in the ranking for tion of Duquesne University is what sold Par- campus, I felt a sense of new opportunity. It was research is put into defining the best national or each school. Schools with smaller class sizes sis, and myself, into attending Duquesne. Its a city-within-a city.The small class size and the regional colleges and universities. The list can are always weighted higher than schools with students are receiving one of the nation’s top close relationships students had with profes- be a helpful guide to both students and parents larger class sizes, according to U.S. News. ranked educations, which inevitably comes sors appealed to me. Being more than a number when it comes to finding the best education that Duquesne students have an advantage that with its own set of bragging rights. Even em- was another factor that was important when I will inevitably be a lifetime investment. many may overlook when it comes to class ployers who have interviewed me recognized was going through the college search, and liv- The vast selection of college and universities size. The average ratio for students to fac- Duquesne for its high academic reputation. ing around future career opportunities is what can be a daunting experience for high school se- ulty is 14:1, and according to U.S. News sta- Being an undergraduate or graduate stu- ultimately drew me to attend Duquesne. niors. Many factors play a role in deciding which tistics, 51.8 percent of classes at Duquesne dent at a nationally ranked university is cer- Duquesne University has something else for college or university that will be the perfect have a class size between 20-49. Students at tainly something to talk about. students to brag about among its peers: It has match. According to U.S. News, the spotlighted Duquesne are receiving an education where been ranked No. 124, among 1,374 colleges and main features that are considered in the rank- many of the professors know them by name. Alison Caracciolo is a sophomore public universities, in the “Best National Universities” ing of Best Colleges are first-year student reten- Students are more likely to further their edu- relations major and can be reached at al- list in the U.S. News and World Report’s Best tion rates, graduation rates and the strength of cation and graduate when they feel they have a [email protected]. Opinions October 6, 2016 6 FEATURES South Side Spirit Halloween haunts again Elsa Buehler staff writer

umpkin Spice Lattes. Creepy community clowns. Haunted houses. “American Horror Story.” Spirit PHalloween. What do all of these things have in com- mon? They only come out at a certain time of year: fall. For those unfamiliar, Spirit Halloween is a chain of Hal- loween-themed stores owned by Spencer Gifts that pop up all across America and Canada each August. In fact, according to Spirit’s website, it is the largest Halloween retail group in North America, boasting a total of 1,150 lo- cations this year. Spirit Halloween recently opened one of its seasonal stores in the popular South Side Works complex. Each Spirit loca- tion carries products chosen from a mass pool of packaged costumes, accessories, wigs, masks, makeup, decorations, animatronics, fog machines, party supplies and more. Due to the seasonality of the stores, they only need to be open for about three months, typically, from Labor Day until Nov. 1. Spirit’s website — which displays a Hal- loween countdown next to the phrase, “So Much Fun, It’s Duke Archive Photo Scary!” — also stresses that locations are carefully select- Spirit Halloween’s South Side Works location operates for three months of the year. During the other nine the space sits empty. ed in highly populated areas. Ideally, stores are placed in areas with populations over 35,000, in high-traffic areas Works location almost six years ago, in late November ,people find their costumes and seeking short-term work. such as strip malls. 2010, due to a decline in business related to changes in the Spirit Halloween, according to its website, accepts online Spirit Halloween sales associate Christina DiBello, a Pitts- bookselling industry. job applications from interested candidates aged 18 and up. burgh native, said the South Side Works store where she is For the better half of a decade, the property has appar- “We mostly get a mixture of people looking for part-time employed has been in the same location for the past few years. ently remained a barren wasteland that has been labeling jobs — college students, Pittsburgh locals and even a few high Considering that the concept behind Spirit Halloween is itself as a bookstore for nine months of the year, to which schoolers,” DiBello said. to place stores in popular shopping areas for a very limited DiBello attested. Spirit’s general mission statement seems clear: to provide amount of time, it’s interesting to consider what becomes of “For the past four or five years, the storefront has not been variety and convenience in specialty Halloween retail shop- the retail spaces during the nine months they aren’t being rented by any other business, even during our offseason,” Di- ping to crazed, costume-hunting customers all across North leased by Spirit. Bello said. “If someone were to occupy, we would be forced to America. And despite its odd lease agreements and far-from- Though one might expect all retail spaces in South Side move locations, since our store is so temporary.” permanent employee contracts, they appear to be doing a Works to be highly desired, especially Spirit’s clutch corner Real estate mystery aside, you still may be wondering fine job of producing that service for South Side. spot, this does not seem to be the case. about other aspects of Spirit Halloween, such as the employ- So whatever you decided to be this year, whether it be a During the time Spirit Halloween occupies the loca- ment procedure for such a short-lived shopping season. cliché Joker and Harley Quinn or a tongue-in-cheek Hillary tion, their temporary sign covers a more permanent one According to DiBello, Spirit looks to hire individuals who and Donald, or an ever-classy nun and priest, when shop- for Joseph-Beth Booksellers. According to the Pittsburgh are friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic about Halloween, skilled ping, keep in mind “Halloween Headquarters,” South Side Post-Gazette, however, Joseph-Beth closed its South Side in customer service and interaction, interested in helping Works Spirit Halloween. Doors Open Pittsburgh inspires curiosity throughout city

Madison Pastrick staff writer

ittsburgh is a city famous for its unique architecture and Phistory; however, many of its own residents are not aware of the unusual features within the build- ings they pass everyday. This real- ization is what prompted the Doors Open Pittsburgh event that took place this past weekend, allowing the public to visit some of the city’s most extraordinary sites. This free event included 40 dif- ferent buildings downtown, pro- Photos by Madison Pastrick /Staff Writer viding information and an inside- (Left) A lobby in the Omni William Penn Hotel. (Middle) The entrance to the Allegheny HYP Club. (Right) The roof of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. look not typically offered to the public. These locations included a One of the popular stops was named after its designer and The club is still up-and-running to- some hidden art along the railings. variety of churches, offices, galler- the William Penn Hotel, opened in world-renowned architect Joseph day, inviting the public in this past There were three churches avail- ies, hotels, theaters and more. 1916 and financed by Pittsburgh’s Urban, and the 1920s-style Speak- weekend to show them a very en- able for touring, including the Trin- Duquesne students took advan- famous industrialist, Henry Clay easy Lounge, a popular Pittsburgh joyable setting for drinks, food and ity Episcopal Cathedral, The First tage of this opportunity by both at- Frick. This first-class hotel is one of bar to this day. conversation. Presbyterian Church and the First tending and working at this event. Pittsburgh’s most popular (and ex- Another event location was the The David L. Lawrence Conven- Lutheran Church. All three have a Junior Kayla O’Donnell explored pensive) places to stay, with a his- Allegheny HYP Club. This Geor- tion Center not only opened up its wonderful variety of character and several venues this past Saturday tory as large as the city it resides in. gian-style building is a hidden doors to the public, but its roof as history, from stained-glass win- and said that the event helped her Many notable figures have stayed treasure in downtown Pittsburgh well. Allowing guests to take the dows to intricately painted murals to “rediscover Pittsburgh.” at this hotel, including several U.S. that’s placed intentionally within glass elevator up to the beautiful on the ceiling of the chapels. The “It was an excellent way to spend presidents and celebrities such as the quieter section of the city on lookout along the Allegheny River Trinity Cathedral offered one inter- an afternoon for free,” O’Donnell Michael Jackson. William Penn Place. Built in 1894, made for a fantastic photo opportu- esting feature outside of its big red said. “The open buildings satisfied Those who toured were able to the building was originally used for nity. Along with the view, the Con- doors — a burial ground including many of my long-held curiosities explore the hotel’s many exqui- apartments until it was repurposed vention Center’s roof also holds a some of the oldest tombstones in and made me feel like a tourist in site features, including its two-tier in 1929 as a private club for Har- garden, ripe with a variety of fruits, my own city.” grand ballroom, the Urban Room, vard, Princeton and Yale alumni. vegetables and flowers and even see DOORS — page 11 SPORTS 7 Faith guides Jallah Acqui to early collegiate success

David Borne tory over Cleveland State. The freshman and all the credit goes to the man above.” ing an impact on the field for Duquesne. staff writer forward recovered a loose ball near the Acqui was the team captain at Upper Acqui’s fellow freshman forward, Ryan top of the box and ripped a shot past the Darby High School, where he played four Landry, is tied with a team-high two as- Freshman Jallah Acqui is already see- Cleveland State goalkeeper, Aleksandar years of varsity soccer. He also played sists. Zach Hall, another freshman, like ing success in his first season with the Drobac. Acqui attributed his first colle- club soccer for the Penn Fusion Boys ‘98 Acqui has 3 points on the season. Addi- Dukes, and his efforts are not going un- giate goal to his faith. team, alongside many other Division I tionally, Aleks Christensson has manned noticed. He was named the Atlantic 10 “I actually prayed for the game winner,” prospects. Additionally, he attended the the center back position for the Dukes Co-Rookie of the Week alongside George Acqui said. “I just told God to help us get a Sports Challenge Leadership Academy and Owen Rossi has seen time up top. Mason forward Tunde Akinlosotu. goal so the game would be over and he an- in Delaware (now named Strive), which A pair of transfers have also made a Acqui was recognized for his play from swered my prayers by me using my ability is a place college coaches go to scout positive impact in their short time at Sept. 19-25 highlighted by his game win- and being in the right place at the right time. high school prospects. On top of that, Duquesne. Austin Stout is playing his ning goal in the 93rd minute of a 1-0 vic- It was one of the best feelings I’ve ever felt he played for the Rose Tree Gunners for first season with Duquesne after transfer- three seasons and scored 21 goals in his ring in from West Virginia. He scored the time with the club. game winner in a match against Canisius While he has definitely noticed a step earlier this season, with help from an Ac- up in the quality of play from high school qui assist. Olav Hovstad, who transferred and club soccer to college, Acqui is confi- from New Mexico, has also scored a goal dent in his ability to handle it. for the Dukes this season in overtime “You are playing with better players, against Saint Francis. you have to think fast, adapt fast, and It is evident that head coach Chase always work in practice on your ability,” Brooks had a very successful year recruit- Acqui said. “I use this mentality and the ing and it is clearly paying off for Duquesne rest is all mental, staying composed and as it gets into Atlantic 10 competition. handling the pressure.” After battling through their nine out- Acqui and the Dukes are off to a hot of-conference games, Acqui and the start this season with a 5-2-3 record and Dukes have begun their conference slate they have yet to lose a game at Rooney with their final eight games against At- Field. Acqui, who is currently tied for sec- lantic 10 foes. The Dukes fought to a 0-0 ond on the team in points at three, had draw with the St. Bonaventure Bonnies nothing but positive things to say about on Wednesday. the team’s early season play. Last season, Duquesne had a 4-3-1 re- “The tactics that the coaches illustrate, cord against other Atlantic 10 teams and every time we follow the directions and were eliminated by Dayton in the confer- listen to them, we have a successful game” ence quarterfinal. The Dukes will con- Acqui said. “We just have to score. The tinue to rely on their younger players and courtesy of duquesne athletics team spirit is very high, we are a family hope their success can carry over to in Freshman forward Jallah Acqui goes for goal against the Canisius Golden Griffins in a mid-September that has great chemistry.” conference play in the chase for an Atlan- non-conference matchup. Acqui currently has one goal and one assist on the young 2016 season. Acqui is one of several newcomers mak- tic 10 championship. A.J. Hines wins school record fourth NEC ROW honor

Andrew White his first career collegiate start and contin- legiate success get to his head, though, as ate the plays,” Hines said. “And second, staff writer ued his success, racking up 189 yards on he remains a humble guy who is thankful the coaches for putting me in a position the ground while adding two touchdowns for the efforts of the guys up front as well to succeed.” as the coaching staff. After a bye week this weekend, the On Oct. 3, freshman running back A.J. in the Dukes 34-20 victory. Hines was not only recognized as NEC Rookie of the “First, the [offensive] line: They do a Dukes face off against the crosstown, NEC Hines was named NEC Rookie of the Week lot for me and give me the holes to cre- rival Robert Morris. for week five of the 2016 football season. Week, but also added the STATS FCS Na- Hines rushed 134 yards on 28 carries and tional Freshman Player of the Week for his added a touchdown on an 11-yard recep- contributions in the win. tion in Saturday’s 54-35 win over Jackson- Hines rushed for 91 yards on 25 car- ville University. ries and added 64 receiving yards on four This marks the running back’s fourth catches as Duquesne dropped its home- straight Rookie of the Week award after he coming game to Kennesaw State Univer- turned in dominating performances in the sity 36-28 in week four. three prior weeks. With the most recent The true freshman out of Wilson, North award the 5-foot-11, 220 pound back has Carolina, has burst onto the scene for the set a new Duquesne record for the most 3-2 Dukes. Hines currently leads the team Rookie of the Week awards with four, in rushing yards, rushing touchdowns and breaking a tie he held with current start- all purpose yards as a freshman. The run- ing quarterback Dillon Buechel, among ning back has totaled 507 yards rushing others. With the way the season is going and another 72 yards receiving, while tal- and with six games left on the schedule, it lying six total touchdowns — five of those seems Hines may be primed to raise that on the ground. total even more. The former Fike High School running “Honestly, I didn’t expect this much suc- back started his last three years in high cess so early on; it just happened,” Hines school and was named all-conference for said. “But I’m grateful for the opportunity all of them and all-state in the last. Hines to succeed.” rushed for over 3,000 yards and more In the week two game against Buck- than 50 touchdowns in his high school ca- nell, Hines led the Dukes to a 30-19 win reer for the Demons. over the Bison in the 2016 home opener Originally a University of Richmond at Rooney Field. The running back had commit, Hines signed his national letter of 74 yards and three touchdowns on just intent to play for Duquesne in June 2016. 10 carries, while winning his first career “They treat me like family here,” Hines courtesy of duquesne athletics Rookie of the Week award. said. “That’s what I really like about The following week, non-conference ri- playing here.” Freshman running back A.J. Hines slips past the defense of the Jacksonville Dolphins in last Saturday’s 54-35 win. His performance guided him to his record-breaking fourth-straight Rookie of the Week honor. val Dayton came to town, and Hines got Hines certainly hasn’t let his quick col- 8 THEDUQUESNEDUKE Prepare for an October to remember in 2016 is a chance for Cleveland to flip the script. Cleveland Indians vs. Toronto Blue Jays Fresh off a championship from the Cleve- They are going to exert a lot of energy land Cavaliers, the Indians seem poised, and emotion in that series with Texas and under the direction of Terry Francona, to probably enough that the Indians can make a championship push of their own capitalize. Cleveland will likely get Danny and that starts with squeaking past Boston Salazar back in some capacity as they try in the ALDS. Sorry, David Ortiz — there will and track down the AL pennant. Combine be no storybook ending for you, my friend. the starting pitching, the Miller-improved bullpen and the batting lineup and this Texas Rangers vs. Toronto Blue Jays team has all the pieces to make a run. The Expect lots of hugs and cordial words city has waited its turn and the celebration exchanged between these two squads — will continue in Cleveland as the Indians eh, yeah, maybe not. Last season, the Jays will head to the World Series. took down the Rangers in a heated five- game series thanks to a memorable home Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals run by Jose Bautista. Expect history to re- The Cubs have a lineup plenty capable of peat itself: Toronto knocks out Texas (lit- mastering the Nationals pitching staff as erally) and advances to the ALCS for the shown by their 5-2 record against Wash- second straight season. ington during the regular season. Cubs win — easily.

AP Photo NL Division Series World Series The Chicago Cubs celebrate their NL Central title. Chicago secured a league-best 103-58 record. Washington Nationals vs. LA Dodgers between these two teams as the Orioles Andrew Holman This matchup features a battle between Chicago Cubs vs. Cleveland Indians and Blue Jays headed to the 11th inning two of baseball’s premier pitching staffs. A few short years ago envisioning a Fall sports editor still knotted at two runs each. In the 11th, Look through the major pitching catego- Classic between the Cubs and the Indians a 3-run blast from Edwin Encarnacion ig- Major League Baseball’s regular season ries, and you will find both of these teams would have been nearly impossible. Now nited the Canadian faithful and put a dra- is composed of a grueling 162 game sched- in the top five for virtually every one of in October 2016, it’s becoming more and matic end to Baltimore’s season. ule, and at season’s end, a single win can them. So, seemingly, the series will come more likely. Last time the Cubs won the separate the playoff teams from the ones down to hitting and fielding, and in those World Series it was 1908. For the Indians, San Francisco Giants at New York Mets sitting at home thinking about next season. categories, I see the Nationals with a slight it was 1948. These two clubs and their loy- It didn’t take extra innings for the Giants For the players and teams lucky enough edge. Bryce Harper, it’s your time to shine. al fan bases have been waiting a combined to clinch, October is a celebration of all the to take down the Mets, but it came close. A 176 years for another World Series title. hard work they put in and all the adversity 3-run homerun in the top of the 9th inning Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants Unfortunately, only one of these teams they overcame in the process. For die-hard by Conor Gillaspie was the deciding blow. Before the season began, I, along with will finally be able to end their season in a and casual fans alike, October baseball is a So far, late-inning, 3-run homeruns have many others predicted the Chicago Cubs locker room showered by champagne and spectacle well worth the time. One pitch, been the story of the postseason. to win the World Series for the first time Budweiser. These are two clubs that love one swing or one catch can alter the out- since 1908. Just take a gander at their to have fun and just simply enjoy the game come of a baseball game, and in October, AL Division Series roster and then look at their 103-58 re- of baseball. That’s no surprise when look- one game makes all the difference. cord. This team is good. I was all aboard ing at their managers. If these two teams Boston Red Sox vs. Cleveland Indians the Cubs bandwagon before the season meet in the Fall Classic, it’s going to be one Wild Card Round (Recap) For 52 years, the wonderful people in and they made me look smart, so I’ll just to remember. However, the Indians might Cleveland, Ohio, waited for a champion- keep my hands and feet inside the wagon just be one player short (Carlos Carrasco) Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays ship. During that span, the Indians blew a and enjoy the ride. of taking home the hardware against a team Home field advantage proved to be 3-1 series lead in the 2007 ALCS to a Red like the Cubs. Congrats, Chicago. The curse monumental in the final of 20 matchups Sox team coached by Terry Francona. This Championship Series is over ... Unless I am wrong, of course. Prince is back on the Bluff to coach W. Lax

Danielle Hines “As a player, I grasped the little things. As staff writer a coach, I focus on building strong fundamen- tals to create a quality final product,” Prince said. “It is an honor to be back coaching at Newly appointed head women’s lacrosse my alma mater. Duquesne founded my love coach Lisa Evans found her assistant for the for Pittsburgh so I look forward to sharing the 2016-17 campaign, and it’s a familiar face — community with others.” former Duquesne attacker Caitlin Prince. At Duquesne, Prince had a program best 26 In the summer of 2009, Evans was told by goals in a single season in 2012 and ranked former head coach Mike Scerbo to contact third in program history with 162 career one of the commits who would be coming goals. In both 2012 and 2014, she was named to Duquesne in the fall of 2010. That player to the Atlantic 10 First-Team All-Conference turned out to be Prince. and in her freshman season she secured a “While I was out on the recruiting trail that spot on the A-10 All-Rookie Team. summer, Coach Scerbo also had me watch In 2012, Prince was named Intercolle- Caitlin, who was still playing club lacrosse giate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association for her travel team,” said Evans. “I was blown (IWLSA) All-West/Midwest Region Second away with her style of play and athleticism.” Team and A-10 Academic All-Conference. After graduating in 2014, the former at- Similar to sophomore Sarah Kolhoff in 2016, tacker Prince returns to the Bluff after serving Prince was also presented with the opportu- as an assistant coach for the Robert Morris nity to try out for the U.S. Women’s Lacrosse University Colonials women’s lacrosse pro- National Team during her collegiate career. gram for the past two seasons. Specifically, “I am excited to work with Lisa and help Prince spent a majority of her time recruiting players succeed and develop their talents on for the Colonials. and off the field,” Prince said. “We are- ex For Prince, 2017 will mark her third consecu- cited to continue building a strong brand for tive year as an assistant collegiate coach. While Duquesne Lacrosse in the Atlantic 10.” at RMU, the Colonials attended the NEC semi- As Duquesne women’s lacrosse enters the final and finished with winning records. Prince 2016-17 season with a new coaching staff, courtesy of duquesne athletics also coached seven student-athletes honored they hope to excite and produce success Caitlin Prince goes toward goal in her senior season against Robert Morris. Just over two years later, with All-Northeast Conference selections. throughout the entire program. Prince is back on the Bluff for a second stint — this time as the assistant coach under Evans. October 6, 2016 sports ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 Famed Pittsburgh play hits silver screen WEEK’s EVENTS Zachary Landau was certainly not my culture.” staff writer The “Fences” movie adaptation has been contentious for some time Rock Steelers Style now. During his life, Wilson was Oct. 7, 6 p.m. s Pittsburgh’s most recog- adamant that a film based on his Members of the Pittsburgh nized playwright, August work must be directed by an African- Steelers will compete with their A Wilson is undoubtedly an American. Eight years after Wilson’s families in a fashion show at important and influential figure in passing, Denzel Washington an- Stage AE on the North Shore. theater and African-American arts. nounced in 2013 that he would be There will also be a performance directing and starring in the adapta- With the release of the first trailer for by the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. “Fences,” the Denzel-Washington- tion. This is after Washington played Tickets start at $200. For more led adaptation of Wilson’s most pro- the main role in the Broadway reviv- lific work, a retrospective on Wilson al of the play in 2010. information to this all-ages event, and his legacy seems appropriate Despite Wilson’s notoriety, Rob- please visit ahead of the film’s Dec. 25 release. erts laments the trend she sees in promowestlive.com. Wilson grew up in the Hill Dis- students recognizing the Pitts- trict during the ’40s, ’50s and ’60s. burgh icon less and less. Jacob Sartorius After dropping out of school, Wil- “An unfortunate aspect of the re- Oct. 8, 2 p.m. son took small jobs and went to the Jordan Miller/Staff Photographer ality that we’re living in now,” Rob- Since 2009, the August Wilson Center for African American Culture, located in The 14-year-old internet music library extensively. He was often erts said, “is that [his] plays are not downtown Pittsburgh, has celebrated the artistic works of African-Americans. sensation will be performing at seen simply observing the world taught as much in high schools, for the Rex Theater in the South around him, and his observations munity for being some of the best out That praise is easy to understand example, as they were even when I would later become the foundation there. Director of the Theater Arts even after a cursory look at the text. was in high school.” Side. Tickets are $25. For more for his professional work. program John Lane likened Wilson’s Toxic masculinity, realism versus When asked about the adapta- information to this event, please Wilson is most well-known for dialogue in particular to “jazz.” idealism, legacy and race are all tion of “Fences,” Roberts is hopeful visit druskeyentertainment.com. his group of plays called “The Pitts- “It’s incredibly poetic, … but themes that permeate the play and that it will boost interest in Wilson, burgh Cycle.” This collection of 10 that’s the way August Wilson spoke are still relevant 30 years later. “as it rightfully should,” and that plays follow the lives of African- in real life,” Lane said. “So when Kathleen Roberts, director of Pittsburgh natives will appreciate Americans throughout the 20th you read or see an August Wilson Duquesne’s Honors College, re- the attention to detail. upcoming century in Pittsburgh (except for play, it’s really him coming to life.” called being “blown away” when “At a national level, August Wil- “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” which Of the entries in “The Pittsburgh she saw it in high school. son is pretty mainstream. In terms releases takes place in Chicago and repre- Cycle,” “Fences” is certainly the “I thought ‘This is so human and of it being here in Pittsburgh, Denzel sents his most prolific work. most famous. It won the 1987 Pu- so real,’” Roberts said. “I reacted Washington and the whole produc- “Shin Godzilla” Indeed, Wilson’s writing was fre- litzer Prize for Drama and the Tony emotionally to a culture that I ex- tion of that film have gone about [it] Oct. 11 quently praised in the theater com- Award for Best Play the same year. perienced on an everyday level, but the right way.” The King of the Monsters returns to American cinemas for the first time since 2000. Directed by Hideaki Anno of “Neon Gen- Disney’s live-action fairytale buzz continues esis Evangelion” fame, “Shin Godzilla” reboots the 62-year-old franchise, updating it to modern Leonardo Sanchez grossed more than $900 million worldwide. times. The film will only be staff writer This kind of film, however, is expensive. “The Jungle Book” ended up figuring in the available for one week at select list of most expensive movies ever made with theaters, including the SouthSide he Walt Disney Company is responsible its $175 million budget. The same amount Works Theater. for some of the most beloved animated helped bring “Maleficent’s” lavishing, dark T movies ever made. Films like “Alice in costumes to life. Live-actions fairy tales may “Mafia III” Wonderland,” “Cinderella” and “The Jungle be a risky business, but so far for Disney, it’s Oct. 7 Book” have all broken the generational barrier also a profitable one. The third installment in the and won the hearts of children all across the The roots of this furor seems to date back to world. But a recent trend in Hollywood now 2010. Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland” is the open-world crime seires takes sees each of these classics remade in live-action, one to be held responsible for unleashing Dis- place in a fictionalized version a move which has filled Disney’s pockets with ney’s ambitious projects regarding live-actions. of 1968 New Orleans. This entry more than $2.5 billion. Its more than $1 billion international gross at- introduces a heavier focus on Now another timeless Disney classic is set tracted attention to the potential of modern stealth options for the player for the live-action treatment. Last week, “The takes on fairy tales and not only Disney has been to utilize. The game will be re- Lion King” followed the “circle of life” and following this track. leased on Windows, Xbox One joined a long list of movies getting versions for However, not all reimaginings have turned and Playstation 4 for $59.99. modern audiences. With the company’s recent out to be successful. While some films fail mood for live-action adaptations, it was just among critics, like “The Legend of Tarzan,” a matter of time until Simba’s story was an- others end up box-office disappointments, nounced as their next project — it’s one their like “Pan.” most popular hits, after all. Disney has another promising movie com- Micro The studio is currently working on 20 re- ing out in March 2017, “Beauty and the Beast.” tellings of animated movies, including se- The animated film from 1991 is pointed out by review quels and complete reimaginings. All those Courtesy of Disney many critics and fans as one of the company’s “Criminal Minds” Season 12 projects, however, are in different stages of Disney announced the live-action adaptation of “The best films. It was also the first of its genre to development. “The Lion King” has just been Lion King” via a press release on September 28. be nominated for and Academy Award for “The season 12 premiere upheld announced, it has already been put on the Best Picture. the show’s reputation for unset- fast track to production, while some are still Manuel Miranda, the man behind Broadway’s With a star-studded cast led by Emma Wat- tling plot-lines but also introduced really broad ideas, with no names attached “Hamilton,” were joining forces to reimagine son as Belle, the live-action is incorporating a strange dynamic with the debut to them when it comes to directing, writing the movie’s iconic soundtrack. the original, award-winning songs composed of new recurring characters. or cast. That’s the case of a project focused Similarly, a new version of “Peter Pan” may by Alan Menken and with lyrics by Howard Since the show will have lost two on Prince Charming’s story and a retelling of be hitting theaters anytime soon. David Lowery, Ashman. Bill Condon is helming the project original cast members by the “Pinocchio,” a character who may now liter- who has just directed “Pete’s Dragon,” released in and Stephen Chbosky wrote the screenplay. middle of the season, this pre- ally become a real boy — or at least be played August, will head to Neverland to helm the proj- Disney also confirmed on Tuesday that a by one for the first time. ect, while Toby Halbrooks will pen the script. new version for “Mulan” is being released in miere left uncertain feelings as Projects that are more likely to soon make it to In the case of “The Lion King,” the person November 2018. The company will be launch- to whether the remaining actors the big screen include a live-action of “The Little responsible for the new version is none other ing a casting search for a Chinese actress to will be able to maintain the same Mermaid.” Although no release date or director than Jon Favreau, who directed the successful play the title role and no director is attached on-screen chemistry.” have been announced, news broke in August CGI (computer-generated imagery) reboot of to the film so far. Until then, only time will tell that original composer Alan Menken and Lin- “The Jungle Book,” which debuted in April and how long this trend will continue. — Loren Smith 10 THEDUQUESNEDUKE FTWD sends off season two with frustrating surprises

Nicole Prieto of walkers was the one who really bit him in staff writer the neck? Frankly, anyone paying enough at- tention to the scene where he tells Nick the story. Trying to pass that off as a “big reveal” ith an explosive finale filled with was weak, but at least it is not given much guns, death and deception, “Fear fanfare. Alejandro admits he lied, Luciana is W the Walking Dead” sends off its visibly hurt, and Nick makes an effort to get sophomore season with a couple of bangs — everyone out before their once-hidden camp and a frustrating cliffhanger that introduces is raided. an all-new threat. Last week, Chris chose to Relatedly, it is hard to say whether the leave with a pair of violent, careless strangers invasion of La Colonia is poorly executed named Derek and Brandon over being with or not. Unlike the Governor’s dramatic fa- his father. Madison’s reckless decision to ceoff with Rick at the prison in TWD, FTWD turn on the power to the Rosario Beach Ho- dodges a showdown entirely. Nick convinces tel’s signage at night, in an effort to signal to Alejandro to evacuate his people from their Nick, instead attracted Travis — and crowds compound in time, after he sees a medevac of desperate people looking for medical help helicopter land far to the north. When the and sanctuary. Now with Nick still in La Co- raiders arrive, they find the colony empty lonia, Ofelia out on her own and the rest of — but Alejandro has stayed behind, laying a the group on edge in a hotel, the future looks trap for them that involves a bus and a lot of grim as tensions continue to rise. walkers. Here is a spoiler-heavy rundown of the The Ugly good, the OK and the ugly of FTWD’s two- Chris was poorly handled all the way from Courtesy of AMC episode finale. Victor’s boat to his final moments in a ter- “Fear the Walking Dead” acts as a prequel to the main series, “The Walking Dead,” showing the start The Good tiary character’s flashback. The TWD-verse of the zombie apocalypse. The season 2 finale sees the death of a member of the starting cast. It is all about acting and characterization cements its inability to depict mentally ill when it comes to the good that FTWD has skills are honed in La Colonia to the benefit cool head on his shoulder. He advises Madi- characters with much compassion or verac- clung to. Alicia undergoes a trial by fire all of the people he adopts as a surrogate fam- son throughout their tenuous alliance with ity, painting Chris as a villain while repeat- throughout the second half of the season, ily; he risks his life to cut drug deals between the people of the hotel, and he ultimately edly saying that he is just a sick, impression- breaking away from her depiction as an inno- the colony and an armed gang, and he insists helps her, Travis and Alicia escape after able kid among wolves. cent teenager. Actress Alycia Debnam-Carey on prioritizing their safety, even as Alejandro Travis makes a deadly error. His death becomes a prop for Travis’ pain. makes the transition work. It is not a shocker loses his grip. The OK Upon learning that Derek and Brandon shot when Alicia stabs Andrés in the chest after he Victor’s transformation is perhaps the The truth is out: Alejandro is not actually Chris after an accident, Travis abandons nearly shoots Travis. most dramatic. He changes from cold- immune to walker bites, a fun fact contend- his long-held pacifism: He beats both men Nick’s character development is not to hearted entrepreneur to a somber man ing to be the least surprising revelation be- to death in a locked off room, accidentally be understated, either. He remains funda- contending with the loss of his partner and tween “The Walking Dead” and FTWD thus brain-damaging another of the hotel group’s mentally the same: a greasy, rough-edged, home. But regardless of his blooming, Da- far. Who else guessed that the high drug smooth talker prone to white lies. But his ryl-esque heart of gold, Victor still keeps a addict he was trying to save from a group see FEAR — page 11 ‘Miss Peregrine’ perculiar failure for Tim Burton again

Salena Moran and Evan Perod staff writers

irector Tim Burton, master of dark, creepy and whimsical cinema, failed to incorporate his usual D charisma into his latest film, “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children” — based on the young-adult novel by Ransom Riggs. The original book is just one of a trilogy filled with vintage photographs, imaginative plot lines and peculiar characters. Burton, however, used his “creative liberties” to alter the story’s plotline and left viewers with just an average ending. In the film, Jake Portman (Asa Butterfield) enjoyed time spent with his grandfather, Abe (Terence Stamp), who told him stories of his mysterious past involving a children’s home in the height of World War II. Events took a turn for the worst when Jake discovers a malicious creature outside his grandfather’s home, prompt- ing him to prove whether his grandfather’s tales were real or fiction. In his journey to discover the truth, Jake takes a grim and foggy boat ride to an island off the coast of Wales where this home is believed to be located. Upon his first visit to the Courtesy of Chernin Entertainment The original novel of the same name was originally conceived purely as a picture book, before advice from his editor convinced Ransom home, Jake finds nothing but a house in utter shambles. Riggs to create a narrative to go along with it, according to an interview with the Saratosa Herald-Tribune. The book has two sequels. Through a series of twists, turns and time loops, Jake even- tually encounters Miss Peregrine (Eva Green) and her home pletely changes the storyline and adds a modern twist to his acter so bland that everyone else seems more peculiar and filled with peculiar children — but in the year 1943. Jake is movie by inviting the children into 2016. The movie leaves its interesting without having to do anything. not alone in his visits to the home, as the evil villain and his eerie moaning choir and string ensemble for rave music and Samuel L. Jackson, who plays the main villain of the film, sinister group of creatures follow him and try to destroy the abandons its suspenseful scenes for carnival games, snow was originally written as a very scary and powerful character children to obtain immortality. Jake must now discover his cones and mannequin-esque creatures. It feels like a com- in the novel. Unfortunately, his role is reduced to comedy fu- own abilities and try to protect the children. pletely different movie, as it fails to stay true to its nostalgic eled with jokes and funny expressions. While Jackson livens This movie suffers from what a lot of screen adaptations 1940s vibe. up the role, it is disappointing that he did not take on the suffer from: too much exposition in too little time. While the In terms of the actors and their characters, Asa Butterfield serious tone of the original character. book developed relationships between characters over several is rather bland and static throughout the entirety of the mov- Despite the drawbacks of her fellow actors, the only real chapters, the film quickly scrunches crucial details into a short ie. One would think that encountering frightening creatures star is perhaps Miss Peregrine herself, played by Eva Green. two minutes. Viewers unfamiliar with the book can be easily and a home filled with odd children would develop or expand With her unique blue/ black hair and asymmetrical costume, confused from the lack of character development. his character’s personality, but this was not the case. Perhaps In another cringe-worthy moment of the film, Burton com- the motivation behind his performance was to make his char- see HOME — page 12 October 6, 2016 arts & entertainment THE LAST WORD 11 City tours open eyes FTWD ends with cliff-hanger FEAR — from page 10 ana are held at gunpoint by armed Wood Street gallery. Campus DOORS — from page 6 militiamen. Ofelia, upon cross- Sophomores Lexi Cersosimo and own during his outburst. The vio- ing the border, is taken by one America. These plaques read Kelly Burton decided to volunteer organization? lent scene buys into the franchise’s of their own as well. Madison, names of Native American leaders as greeters after hearing about obsession with depicting murder as Travis and Alicia arrive to see the and French, English and Ameri- Doors Open Pittsburgh through a rite of passage in “the new world.” aftermath of La Colonia’s botched can colonists. Tourists were al- their sorority. Their duties were Local (If you thought you heard enough raid, receiving a hint from a dying lowed to walk among this historic to greet guests and ask for their of that phrase or its many TWD Alejandro that Nick was headed landmark and learn about the emails and zip codes in order to business? variants from the past six years, to the border. Victor’s fate is now church’s history, dating all the keep track of how many people think again.) to-be-determined in FTWD, but it way back to 1787. attended, in hopes the event was The End is unlikely we have seen the last Art galleries, such as the Wood popular enough for the city to FTWD was set to have a satisfy- of him. Street Galleries and 707-709 Penn, host it again next year. ing finish. It killed that expecta- While Season 2 ultimately ends also participated in this event, dis- Pittsburgh is a city of great diver- tion with literal cheap shots and a on a frustrating note, the unex- playing a variety of exhibits. All sity when it comes to the numerous dramatic dropkick to the gut. Just pected confrontation with a new three of these galleries regularly buildings and establishments that Advertise with as a new home for the people of La group holds some promise for a showcase local artists’ work and line its streets. It is, however, easy Colonia is in sight, Nick and Luci- fresh direction for the series. are run by The Pittsburgh Cultural to look past this luxury when living us at a Trust, a nonprofit organization amongst it everyday. Doors Open meant to celebrate and support lo- Pittsburgh did a fantastic job at get- cal artists. Recently, these venues ting people to stop and appreciate discounted rate! featured artists such as Brandon the diversity and history that makes Boan, Jacqueline Matheny, Sean this city so unique, as well as discov- Derry and Don Dugal at the 707- er that so much of Pittsburgh’s past 709 Penn and Ryoji Ikeda at the is written in the skyline. 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INTEGRITY — from page 2 for the protection of the common to original novel good, the conference also aimed to ideals of Pope Francis as a theolo- educate students and highlight the HOME — from page 10 work, “The Corpse Bride,” where gian as well as a trained chemist, and need for change that ultimately will the character Victor has a black and the connection he made between en- fall on the shoulders of the younger Green embodied the role. She also white life in the land of the living vironmental issues and the problem generation. accurately portrayed the authori- and a colorful, bright experience in of global poverty. “I think academic events like this tative but sweet aspect that Miss the land of the dead. She also claimed that people to- can really highlight the practical na- Peregrine expresses in the book. Overall, the book series was day are too concerned with mate- ture of this issue, because protecting On a positive note, the movie’s very original and had an almost rial things, rather than the world our common home is a cause that most pleasing aspects were its old-fashioned feel, as author around them. younger college students have a vest- scenery and costume design. In Ransom Riggs wrote the story “We’ve attached ourselves to the ed interest in,” Potter said. the beginning of the movie, Jake based on his collection of strange wrong kinds of things,” Deane- Potter thinks that college students seems to be miserable and lonely flea market photos. However, Drummond said in her speech. can be crucial participants in the in his ordinary life wearing colors the director that viewers thought Deane-Drummond argued that pope’s vision. like greys, blues and blacks. Upon would do this film justice failed one of the largest obstacles humans “By educating them and show- discovering the children’s home, to impress. Perhaps Burton have in trying to solve environmen- ing them how to get involved, col- the color palette changes to bright, works best when creating his tal issues is “over attachment to tech- lege students represent an abundant vivid colors. It seems Burton is own ideas as opposed to borrow- nology and social media, and lack of source of energy and potential that providing an homage to his past ing the ideas of others. LISTEN LIVE sensitivity to other’s pain.” can be immediately dedicated to Aside from creating an interdisci- promoting the cause of protecting 24/7 plinary discussion of the pope’s plea our common home,” he said. DUQSM.COM/ WDSR/ instantly