May 2, 2019 Volume 100 Number 14 THE DUQUESNE DUKE www.duqsm.com PROUDLY SERVING OUR CAMPUS SINCE 1925 Getting Wacky and Saving the Planet Lt. Gov. takes listen- ing tours

Kellen Stepler staff writer Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and Gov. Tom Wolf launched a state- wide “listening tour” to discuss the possibility of legalizing rec- reational marijuana on Jan. 24. Fetterman plans on visiting all 67 of Pennsylvania’s counties to hear citizens’ opinions. Fetterman, the former mayor of Braddock, was sworn in as on Jan. 15. “[Fetterman’s] efforts will help ensure we are looking at this is- sue from all perspectives and from every corner of Pennsylva- nia,” Wolf said in a press release. Wolf’s stance on the topic of legalized recreational marijuana has shifted. Previously, Wolf told KDKA that, “I don’t think Penn- sylvania’s actually ready for rec- reational marijuana.” In December 2018, Wolf said in a tweet that it is “time for Pennsylvania to take a serious and honest look at recreational marijuana.” Katia Faroun / Photo Editor “We want to make sure all On Friday, April 26, the Evergreen Club put on their annual Waste is Wack Earth Day Celebration, despite the rain. The event had different tables about how to live a zero-waste life and how to help contribute to a greener environment. see PA — page 2 A history of bad air makes itself present again in Pittsburgh

Katia Faroun the tenth-most polluted county in ing, and Pittsburgh is on track to photo editor the U.S. based on year-round par- become one of the most polluted ticle pollution. Its ranking for 24- cities in the country based on air hour particle pollution decreased quality. Welcome to Pittsburgh: the city of four spots from the 2018 report In a statement, Director of Al- bridges, champions and some of to 24th, and it did not rank within legheny County Health Depart- the worst air quality in the nation. the top 25 for high ozone levels in ment Dr. Karen Hacker acknowl- The American Lung Association either report. However, Allegheny edged the urgency of purifying the released its annual State of the Air County had four more high ozone county’s air. report for 2019, evaluating the air days and six more high particle pol- “The latest report is an- quality of the majority of cities and lution days in the 2019 report than other reminder that air qual- counties throughout the U.S. from in the 2018 one. ity continues to be one of the 2015 to 2017. It conducted mea- The city of Pittsburgh itself most pressing public health surements on ozone levels and par- claimed the seventh spot on the list challenges in our area,” Hacker said. ticle pollution, commonly referred of cities most polluted by year-round “While we have ramped up our en- to as “smog” and “soot,” respective- particle pollution and maintained its forcement efforts over the past two ly. The report studied annual aver- 10th-place ranking for cities most years, doing more than our agency ages and 24-hour levels of particle polluted by short term particle pollu- has ever done, we must continue pollution. In all three areas, Allegh- tion across both reports. to be aggressive and proactive and eny County received failing grades. This data reveals that Alleghe- hold polluters accountable.” The county moved up two spots ny County’s air quality is declin- from its 2018 ranking to become Katia Faroun / Photo Editor see CLIMATE — page 2

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@theduquesneduke PAGE 4 PAGE 5 PAGE 6 PAGE 7 2 THEDUQUESNEDUKE Pittsburgh fails 2019 air quality evaluation Air Council. to public health, according to the heart attacks, inflammation of lung POLICE briefs CLIMATE — from page 1 “They’re old factories,” Smith Clean Air Council. tissue, asthma attacks and other Pittsburgh’s history as an indus- said. “They need updates, specifi- “Environmental groups, com- respiratory and cardiovascular ill- Tis the last Police Brief of the trial center has contributed to its cally equipment updates.” munity people, U.S. Steel and the nesses. Studies referenced in the semester. Sister PB wishes you poor air quality. Steel-producing U.S. Steel was sued by PennEn- health department need to come report also show evidence of an in- all good luck on the finals, and companies in the Mon Valley, vironment and the Clean Air Coun- together and have meetings and creased likelihood of preterm birth she shall see you again in the including the U.S. Steel-owned cil on April 29 for violating the discuss this, because this has been in pregnant women exposed to fall with more updates on the Clairton Coke Works, Irvin Plant Clean Air Act at all three of these going on for decades,” Smith said. particle pollution and reveal limi- wrongdoings of your fellow and Edgar Thomson Plant, have locations. It had been operating its High levels of air pollutants, spe- tations in lung growth of children students. been major contributors to Al- plants for more than three months cifically ozone and particle pollu- exposed to air pollution. legheny County’s air pollution for without critical pollution control tion, are harmful toward personal The report lists ways for individ- On April 24, a student reported decades. These companies have equipment. Without pollution con- health, according to the State of uals to minimize their exposure to that her clothes were stolen not been in compliance with regu- trol, these plants have been emit- the Air 2019 report. Individuals ozone and particle pollution, such from the Brottier Hall laundry lations, according to David Smith, ting high levels of sulfur dioxide exposed to high ozone levels can as paying attention to forecasts for room. outreach coordinator for the Clean and likely benzene, both harmful suffer from immediate breath- high air pollution days and avoid- ing problems such as shortness of ing exercising near high-traffic -ar On April 26, an employee re- breath, wheezing and coughing, eas or outdoors when air pollution ported that her vehicle had asthma attacks and increased risk levels are high. been damaged while it was of respiratory problems. Exposure The Allegheny County Health parked in the Locust Garage. can also lead to the development of Department plans on addressing cardiovascular diseases, and strong the problems presented in the re- Also on April 26, a student evidence shows that breathing air port in the county by updating the under the age of 21 was found with high ozone levels can lead to Liberty monitor, which measures to be intoxicated outside of premature death. Long-term ex- sulfur dioxide and particle pollu- Duquesne Towers. They were posure can cause health problems referred to the Office of Stu- tion levels, to current EPA stan- dent Conduct. such as the development of asth- dards. It also intends to submit a ma, risk of death due to respira- new sulfur dioxide state implemen- Another student under the age tory infections and decreased lung tation plan to the EPA that would of 21 was found to be intoxicat- function in newborns, according to address the failure to reach federal ed on April 26. He was issued a studies referenced in the report. standards for particle pollution, ac- citation for underage drinking. Exposure to particle pollution cording to Hacker. can have similar results. Short- “We all want and deserve clean On April 27, marijuana para- Katia Faroun / Photo Editor term exposure to particle pollu- air,” Hacker said. “And we will con- phernalia was found in a St. The Evergreen Club on Duquesne’s campus works to help combat the effects of tion can result in increased risk of tinue to use all of our tools to im- Ann’s restroom. climate change and educate others on how they can help. premature death due to strokes, prove the air that we all breathe.”

On April 29, a theft of Student Government property was re- ported. Lt. Gov. seeks opinions on legalizing marijuana an admitted user. Citizens know JOKE CORNER! PA — from page 1 this. So thus far, this tour has Pennsylvanians have a say,” said simply been a cheerleading ses- Knock! Knock! Fetterman. sion in every county for marijua- There is an online form Penn- na legalization,” Kauffman said. Who’s there? sylvanians can fill out to state “The Lt. Gov has already stated their opinion on the issue if they his support for legalizing mari- Candice. are unable to attend the town- juana, he is not looking to be hall style meetings in person. convinced of anything. This tour Candice who? He has visited 52 counties so is just about giving the appear- far, but it hasn’t been without ance of strong support from the Candice door open, or am I controversy. public, nothing more and noth- stuck out here? Fetterman invites all state reps ing less,” Schemel said. and other elected officials to at- Schemel also asked if citi- tend these meetings, but some zens know that Fetterman is a Q. Did you hear about Courtesy of Associated Press state reps have called the tour a “staunch advocate” for marijua- Fromer Braddock mayor was elected Lt. Gov. in November 2018. the cheese factory that “sham,” while others agree with na legalization, then why would exploded in France? Fetterman’s idea. those who oppose it show up, be- the earlier stop in Juniata Coun- College. Rigby, who is a Repub- John Hershey, Rob Kauffman, cause the official is already con- ty on Feb. 24. It was reported in lican, went with his counterpart A. There was nothing left Paul Schemel and Jesse Topper, vinced of his own opinion. Juniata County that about 100 Frank Burns, who is a Demo- but de Brie. the GOP state reps that make up “Ever wonder why the Lt. Gov’s people attended, and the major- crat. Rigby was impressed with the Franklin County delegation, meetings seem to show such en- ity was in favor of legalizing mar- how Fetterman conducted the are boycotting the Franklin Coun- thusiastic support? It’s because ijuana for recreational use. 90-minute meeting. ty stop, scheduled for May 2. supporters are primarily the ones The press release from the Rigby said that Fetterman did “We believe this tour is a sham who attend,” Schemel said. Franklin County delegation not answer any questions and lis- and we decline to be a part of it,” Kauffman thinks that there is states, “We recognize this event tened to speakers’ thoughts. they said in a joint press statement. a political motive behind Fetter- for what it is: cover to push an Rigby thinks the tour is a good EmailTips Schemel agrees that the tour is man’s tour, and that the tour is to agenda of legalizing drugs. Rep. idea, whether someone is for or against legalized recreational We want your input! not evidence based, and believes build momentum to try to legal- Hershey already experienced this the tour is a bad idea. ize marijuana in Pennsylvania. firsthand when he attended a ‘lis- marijuana. He encourages peo- ple to go in with an open mind. The Duke’s news section would “Rather than a listening tour “Does the Lt. Gov allow oppos- tening’ tour in Juniata County at the A 2017 Franklin & Marshall poll love to hear from you about stories of people who have opinions, but ing viewpoints to speak? Yes, of lieutenant governor’s invitation.” found that 56% of registered vot- that you want to see in print. Know maybe not evidence, why not a course he does. But he and the “Franklin County legislators ers in Pennsylvania would support a talented professor or accom- genuine investigation by an in- advocacy community make cer- have chosen to take a stand, to legalizing recreational marijuana. plished student? See something dependent commission which is- tain that the marijuana opposi- call [Fetterman] out on his disin- Out of 52 counties visited, Fet- on campus that just doesn’t make sues a truly independent report,” tion appears to be a minority genuous tour, and to boycott his terman has tweeted that almost sense? You can send your tips and Schemel said. viewpoint,” said Kauffman. marijuana tour,” Kauffman said. while both pro and con sides story ideas to News Editor Hallie Schemel and Kauffman note Topper, Schemel and Kauff- Not all state reps feel this way, are represented at meetings, the Lauer and hallielauer18@gmail. Fetterman’s background regard- man all plan to boycott the however. Jim Rigby, who serves majority of PA counties are for com ing marijuana. Franklin County stop, but Her- Cambria County, attended “Lt. Gov Fetterman is a mari- shey, who serves Juniata, Mifflin Fetterman’s Feb. 26th tour stop the legalization of recreational juana legalization advocate and and Franklin counties, attended at Penn Highlands Community marijuana. May 2, 2019 News Opinions 3 THEDUQUESNEDUKE staff editorial Editors reflect on year 113 College Hall Letter to the Editor... 600 Forbes Avenue Ollie: My favorite memory from Pittsburgh, PA 15282 this year is the time the entire edito- I write to commend the Duke for reporting on the recent unilateral imposition rial staff went to a Pirates game to- editorial staff of a higher teaching load on faculty in the McAnulty College, in contravention of gether. It’s so rare that we can coordi- the faculty work-load policy as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. It is noteworthy nate something that everyone can go editor-in-chief Raymond Arke that not a single professor quoted in the piece felt comfortable being named. That to, and I think the baseball game was managing editor Kailey Love the first time the whole staff was able news editor Gabriella DiPietro tells you everything you need to know about the current atmosphere in the college. to hang out together outside of the opinions editor Ollie Gratzinger Faculty fear retaliation from the administration for speaking out and are in despair features editor Hallie Lauer newsroom in a really long time. I love a&e editor Josiah Martin that the award-winning scholarship and teaching they perform is not sufficiently the sense of friendship and adventure sports editor Adam Lindner valued by senior leadership. that radiates when we’re all together. layout editor Madison Pastrick Adam: I have a bevy of great mem- photo editor Katia Faroun To be clear: virtually no other university in the United States requires six classes ories from the past year with The administrative staff a year of their faculty in Ph.D. granting Liberal Arts departments, as is now the case at Duquesne. Most universities comparable to Duquesne require five courses Duke’s staff, and it’s hard to pick my adviser Paula Reed Ward singular favorite. Overall, the late ad manager Madison Pastrick per year of Liberal Arts faculty in Ph.D. granting departments; many only require nights I’ve spent with my friends here email us: [email protected] four courses, as is the case at Pitt and CMU. Why does this matter? If faculty are in the newsroom are invaluable. Indi- not given sufficient time out of the classroom to keep up with their scholarship, vidually, however, I’d have to go with attend conferences, and publish at the cutting-edge of their disciplines, students the Pittsburgh Pirates game that we cannot benefit from that knowledge in the classroom. Without sufficient time to attended together just last week. Not mentor our Ph.D. students as they write their dissertations, those students suffer. only was the entire staff present, but “There is no we all had a blast enjoying PNC Park Duquesne’s stated mission is to serve God by serving students. I implore senior and the Pirates. The Bucs may have real ending. leadership to take heed of that noble mission, to take seriously Duquesne’s national lost to the Diamondbacks by eight status as a research university, and to reverse this calamitous decision. runs, but I really enjoyed our night It’s just the together in the North Shore. Plus, I’m Tom Eyers, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Duquesne University newly 21, so I got to enjoy my very place where first adult beverage at PNC Park with some very good friends of mine. you stop the Josiah: I’ll never forget going to in focus... Baltimore with some of the other staff story.” members, renting a small motorized Gun violence, bigotry must not define our generation. We must condemn it. paddle boat for $30, aggressively deeming myself Captain and nam- — Frank Herbert in the U.S. make change, it becomes unclear Ollie Gratzinger ing it the SS Adam Lindner — which T opinions editor According to the Anti-Defama- whether or not it can be cured af- I promptly smashed and scraped on You just read Now tweet tion League, the total amount of ter all. r. Rogers once said that antisemitic incidents in 2018 was For Jews, it feels like we’re re- the harbor while trying to return to our thoughts. us yours. when your heart can cry 48% higher than the number of turning to the era of pogroms and dock. I’ll also never forget the late Manother’s sadness, your incidents in 2016, and 99% high- fear in which our grandparents Wednesday nights I’ve had with this @TheDuquesneDuke heart is full of love. Today, all of er than in 2015. Within the past and ancestors lived. For students, amazing staff, as well as the countless our hearts are a little fuller in the three years, our political climate there are bigger stressors than fi- goofs, gaffs and escapades I enjoyed worst kind of way. has become more polarized than nals week. with editors-in-chief Raymond Arke Within the last week, two ever before in our recent memory, The April 30 shooting at the and Kailey Love, whom I will miss shootings have claimed the lives and extremists have started to feel University of North Carolina- dearly. of three people. The first was in emboldened by the administra- Charlotte left two people dead and Katia: This was my first year as part editorial a suburban synagogue, and the tion’s failure to openly condemn four more wounded. Every news of The Duke staff, and boy, I had no second, at the University of white supremacy — when report has had the same themes: idea what I was getting into. But ev- North Carolina. white supremacists ral- students hiding, crying, praying, policy ery single experience I’ve had as part Lori Kaye, 60, was lied in Charlottes- running and fearing that they of the staff has been simply incred- The Duquesne Duke is the student- killed when a white ville, Trump said might not make it out. written, student-managed newspaper supremacist en- there was good on We’re a generation that has ible. Besides the conversations that of Duquesne University. It is published tered a synagogue both sides — and come of age in times of terror. come out of our sleepy a.m. conver- every Thursday during the academic year except during semester breaks and in Poway — a the government’s We count windows and exits sations and countless pranks that holidays, and prior to final exams. The suburb of San unwillingness to whenever we enter a new space. we’ve pulled, I’d have to say that our Staff Editorial is based upon the opin- Diego — on April issue common- Large gatherings, like parties, cer- staff trip to Baltimore was my favorite ions of the editors of The Duke and does 27, the last day of sense gun control emonies or religious services, now not necessarily reflect the views of the memory. Getting to enjoy each other’s students, faculty, administration, stu- Passover. Rabbi laws. bring with them an insurmount- company in a small house while eat- dent government or the University pub- Yisroel Goldstein The Poway able fear based not in paranoid ing pizza, drinking tea and watching lications board. Op-ed columns do not was shot in both shooter used an what-ifs, but rather grounded in a reflect the opinions of The Duke, but M.A.S.H. day and night was definitely hands, and he lost AR-15-style gun, a nightmarish reality. rather are the sole opinions of the col- a time I will never forget. umnists themselves. an index finger. weapon that no civil- At the same time, we’ve become Among the injured ian should have access so desensitized to this kind of Kailey: There are so many memo- Letters policy ries I have had with Duke staff mem- Letters to the editor must be typed, was an 8-year-old girl, to. The gun’s only func- thing happening. It’s dystopian, double-spaced and include the writ- who took shrapnel to the leg. tion is to kill a whole lot of really. The conversation is always bers this year, so it is extremely diffi- er’s name, school/department and The attack took place exactly people in as little time as possible. the same; “Oh, there was another cult to pick just one. From attending phone number for verification. Letters six months after the Tree of Life The same type of weapon was used shooting.” Then, a moment of should be no longer than 300 words the Duquesne Christmas Ball togeth- and should be delivered to The Duke shooting in Pittsburgh, in which 11 in the Tree of Life shooting, and heavy silence. Then, life goes on. er to our adventures in Baltimore, this office at 113 College Hall or e-mailed worshippers were killed at a Sat- yet the attempts of Pittsburgh city How full can our hearts become year has been full of great times. That to [email protected] by 5 p.m. urday morning Shabbat service in officials to restrict use of assault- before they burst and we can’t cry Tuesday. The editors reserve the right being said, however, I don’t really Squirrel Hill. The Poway shooter, style weapons has been met with another’s sadness, because ours to edit any and all submitted copies. have a favorite moment — just doz- All letters must be verified before being who will not be named out of fear harsh criticism from gun-rights alone is too great a burden to bear? ens of tiny moments on Wednesday published. of immortalizing him, had posted activists and supporters. Mass shootings are our genera- an antisemitic manifesto on 8chan, Innocent people are dying, and tion’s biggest threat. When hate- nights when I would look around and Corrections/clarifications remember how truly lucky I was to be Readers should report any story or the same message-board website lawmakers are in a position to help ful rhetoric and a rise of bigoted photo error to The Duke. All legitimate that the shooter of the New Zealand curb the epidemic issue of mass attacks combine with unregulated in this newsroom with these fantastic errors will be corrected in print the fol- people. There is never a dull moment lowing edition. mosques had used in March. shootings. When they do noth- guns and a government unwilling This attack feeds into a larger, ing, they become part of this dis- to waver, it’s a recipe for disaster. Contact terrifying pattern of antisemitic ease. When the public protests the We need to do something, and we see STAFF ED— page 8 email [email protected] violence that has been on the rise few lawmakers that do attempt to need to do it soon. 4 Opinions That Ole Devil Called Love: Editor-in-Chief Letter to the Kailey Love graduates Editor...

The Duke’s April 11 opinion piece, DU Kailey Love ranked fourth locally in student debt, outlined editor-in-chief many concerns shared by students and fami- lies, as well as universities themselves. While No matter what anybody tells you, the average debt figure cited in the op-ed is “words and ideas can change the world.” accurate (for the time period represented in In mulling over all the ways I could write the report), there is important context to con- the introduction for my long-dreaded Duke sider, including the percentage of Duquesne farewell column, I found that there was no University (DU) students who have debt; av- better way to begin than by giving the quote erage salary post-graduation; and where DU that started it all. Passed onto me by Robin ranks nationally in terms of graduation rates, Williams in Dead Poets Society, a film that I tuition, loan repayment and other metrics. still hold near to my heart, this is what sent Within the university administration, we me on the storytelling quest. Though it may too are concerned about the cost of educa- be considered overly optimistic and altruis- tion and seek ways to support students and tic, it is what has guided me through my ac- families. Efforts include leveraging more than ademic career and continues to propel me $72 million in institutional aid given to stu- forward. It is also ultimately what led me to dents, providing “financing your education” choose Duquesne after one visit to College information to students—recommending Hall 113 on my very first college tour. that families use federal loans before resort- As a Duquesne college freshman, I didn’t ing to higher rate private loans, and offering have many goals outside of eventually be- loan repayment classes to graduating seniors coming an editor at The Duke. I stumbled and upper-class students. through the same awkward beginning that Of the 1,154 undergraduate students who is apparently commonplace for all first recently graduated from Duquesne, 61% bor- time Duke writers: An initial and unex- rowed funds, while 39% had no debt. Of the plainable fear of the newsroom. Mine was 61% who borrowed, their average debt was particularly funny, looking back on it — $43,637. This includes all sources of loan the first time I ventured to College Hall to funding, including federal and private loans. copy edit and begin my much anticipated The percentage of students who borrow has tenure as a Duke staff writer, I was so in- actually decreased over the past several years, timidated just looking in the newsroom Photo By Griffin Sendek but for those who do borrow, the debt has in- window on a Tuesday night that I turned thing particular I wrote, but the simple fact The Duke editors I have worked with creased as tuition has risen. For DU students who do borrow, our lat- right back around and power walked my that I was a Duke staffer allowed people to over the years, and especially those I work est three-year Cohort Default Rate (2015) pathetic self back to my dorm room. The pass unkind judgment on me or other writers with now, have pushed me to become the was 2.2%. The Private Sector Rate was 6.6% aspiring journalist who couldn’t even en- without ever having spoken to us. best version of myself I can be, both as a and the National Default Rate was 10.8%. ter a newsroom, can you imagine?! This never upset or bothered me, as I al- writer and a person. My wish for them is Therefore, Duquesne students who do bor- Eventually, my ambitions overshadowed ways felt it was mostly a testament to the that they receive the recognition they de- row are able to repay their loans at a much my awkwardness and I made my way down importance of the hard work we put in each serve for the fantastic work they do. Keep higher rate than average. to 113 on a weekly basis. My occasional ap- week. Even though it may have irritated some your nose to the grindstone and continue Some other important metrics: pearance at copy-editing sessions or budget on campus, I could always find supportive fighting the good fight, guys. I can’t wait For universities within the Pittsburgh re- meetings very quickly turned into countless voices in the Duquesne community that be- to see what you will all accomplish. gion, recent Duquesne graduates are second naps on the couch and a messy desk full of lieved in the work we did and encouraged us Before I end this disgustingly long col- only to Carnegie Mellon University in terms coffee mugs, broken pens and crumpled pa- to keep going. To go back to that Dead Poets umn (sorry, Ollie!), I would just like to ex- of average salary (figure is based upon sal- pers. If my friends go looking for me, nine Society quote, the good that our work can ac- times out of 10 they always knew exactly tend a few more thanks to those who have ary 10 years after students entered college, complish far outweighs a few bad reviews or where to find me. However, as time passed, supported and encouraged me through- as listed in the U.S. Department of Education unfounded negative views of my character. most of my friends were already in the out my time at Duquesne. College Scorecard). However, if I had to leave the student body room with me. To my many mentors — Professor Mag- Duquesne also has a higher graduation with any sort of advice on this subject, it is My time at The Duke has given me a lot gie Patterson, Dr. Jennie Schulze, Dr. rate than the national average, and the third- to take a step back and recognize that Duke of things: Countless words written, pictures Kathleen Roberts, Father John Sawicki highest in this region (College Scorecard). writers don’t work for themselves. They work taken, interviews conducted and weird sto- and our very own Duke advisor Paula Duquesne invests in resources to support for you. The countless hours we spend writ- ry assignments that turned into adventures. Ward, to name a few — thank you for pro- students so that they can graduate and grad- ing, editing and creating this paper each week The most cherished part of my time as an viding excellent advice and guidance to uate on time. is to keep you informed about the good work editor, however, is the people I had the me throughout the years. I admire each of Duquesne has the lowest tuition among done by your professors or student organiza- honor to work with. I am so lucky to have you more than you know, and I consider the nation’s top 17 Catholic universities as tions. If we print stories that are perceived as been able to work alongside some of the myself very lucky to have been able to well as lower tuition than many other pri- “negative,” it is usually because something is vate universities. funniest, most talented and kindest friends learn from you all. being done that may hinder your Duquesne At Duquesne, we seek to balance costs with I have ever known. They have made even And of course, to my friends and fam- the most unbearable weeks well worth my experience, and we want to call attention to it the investments necessary to provide stu- ily who have been a source of unwavering while, and I am so grateful for their good to spark necessary change. dents with a top-quality education that they, support and love throughout my time at humor and support throughout the years. To continue working toward these goals, in and their parents, expect. These efforts have Duquesne, none of my successes would be Though the newsroom has proved to be a my stead I leave Ollie Gratzinger and Hallie earned Duquesne a ranking at No. 40 in U.S. possible without you. warm and welcoming environment (we all Lauer, who will succeed me as our Editor-in- News and World Report’s Best Value Univer- As I prepare to don my cap and gown joke that it is our “second home”), outside its Chief and Managing Editor. I could not be sities. We are sensitive to college costs and walls I have found a bit of a harsher reality. more proud to be followed by two of the most next week, a line from Semisonic’s “Clos- to the investment that families make when During my four years at the paper, whether gifted writers I know, whose ambitions and ing Time,” an enduring newsroom favor- choosing to pursue a Duquesne education. a staff writer or editor, I have often run into abilities will lead The Duke into another pro- ite, comes to mind: “Every new beginning And we are proud of the demonstrated suc- unkindness or preconceived dislike from ductive year. With the support of our incred- comes from some other beginning’s end.” cess of our graduates. peers solely based on my association with The ible staff, I have no doubt that I am leaving The Duke will always be my favorite be- Sincerely, Paul-James Cukanna, Vice Duke. I don’t believe it ever pertained to any- the paper in the most capable hands possible. ginning, and the most difficult to see end. President for Enrollment Management. Opinions May 2, 2019 FEATURES 5 Elsinore Bennu Think Tank: A beacon of restorative justice KATIA FAROUN & GRIFFIN that the think tank is not only a SENDEK space to learn, but a space to grow. The Duquesne Duke Gracious space allows for fi rst-tim- ers to ask questions without hesi- tanding on the Bluff facing tation or fear of judgment. It also west, students have a striking allows for long-time members to Sview of Pittsburgh’s histori- hear the perspectives of individuals cal South Side, Mount Washington unacquainted or unfamiliar with and the majestic Ohio River, with restorative justice. GRIFFIN SENDEK / FEATURES EDITOR the Allegheny County Jail prevail- The meetings havea revolving Dr. Rick McCown, active member of EBTT ing in the foreground. four week schedule, with each “returned”) citizens are experts on A mere stone’s throw away consecutive meeting having a dif- re-entry has been reiterated through- from Duquesne’s campus and ferent objective or theme. The last out each meeting. Within three years close enough for students to catch meeting of every month is a time of release 67.8% of all prisoners reof- glimpses of fi gures moving in the where members share updates on fend, and that number increases to windows, the County Jail goes their work and progress on their GRIFFIN SENDEK / FEATURES EDITOR 76.6% after fi ve years, according to by unnoticed and unthought of, restorative justice projects. Diff er- The EBTT meets 8:30 a.m. Friday mornings in Canevin room 108. Anyone is free to join. a Bureau of Justice Statistics study. blending in with the backdrop of ent projects range from overarch- A majority of the returned citi- the city. Yet inside, it houses over dividuals inside the facility. The The think tank’s mission is to ing eff orts such as development zens that regularly attend the think 2,000 men and women whose sto- group started meeting in 2013 with bring together victim, off ender of an application designed to help tank meetings have not only beat ries and histories contrast greatly the intentions for inmates to talk and community to promote un- returning citizens upon re-entry to those odds, but are working hard to from those of the students right about their diff erent experiences derstanding and awareness of so- smaller, more personal endeavors assist others and to help eliminate across the street. inside. Once SCI Pittsburgh closed cial justice. The think tank seeks such as working to obtain housing the process that causes so many to Our proximity to those who in June 2017, the original six mem- to educate anyone willing to learn, for a newly returning citizen. reoff end. are incarcerated could not be any bers disbanded and were moved but also take the necessary steps to Other meetings discuss the rela- For those who attend, EBTT can closer, but the lives of those inside to various facilities. However, make diff erence. tionship between law enforcement and those out rarely intersect. Once they had dreams to keep the think Dr. Rick McCown is a member and off enders, resources and public be an eye opening experience as it men and women are sent away to tank alive, and outside members of the think tank and a professor support for returning citizens and off ers diverse perspectives not only jails and prisons, they are often- involved in the Inside-Out Prison of education at Duquesne. He is an publication or program updates. on social justice, but life experi- times dehumanized and forgotten, Exchange Program that had been active member of EBTT and regu- On any meeting day, it is likely ences. The exchange of information negatively labeled by those on the present in the early days of think larly leads the meetings. that individuals within the group and personal knowledge encourag- outside as “criminals” and once tank discussions continued the “It allows people whose experi- have collectively served over 100 es open mindedness and leaves at- they return, “ex-cons.” Prejudice think tank in various Pittsburgh ences are extraordinarily diverse years inside. Some regular attend- tendees with new understandings. and stereotypes act as barriers be- locations. It now meets weekly in to learn together and to learn not ees have served short sentences “It becomes a space for learning, tween those inside and those out- Canevin Hall on campus. just from each other, but with each for minor off enses; others have and learning in public,” McCown side, preventing each group from EBTT includes a diverse range of other,” McCown said. served decades. For some of the said. “It really is a way of providing understanding the other. attendees, including formerly in- The think tank meetings usually returning citizens, EBTT is almost pathways for learning and I think The Elsinore Bennu Think Tank carcerated individuals, or “return- begin with a synopsis of EBTT’s like therapy. that’s its biggest impact.” for Restorative Justice (EBTT) ing citizens,” lawyers, professors, history, the day’s meeting sched- “The Think Tank to me is a bless- EBTT meets at 8:30 a.m. every aims to break these barriers, work- students, journalists and various ule and goals, as well as short in- ing, and it ain’t a disguise,” said Alex- Friday in Canevin 108. Anyone is ing from right here on campus. professionals. Its core members troductions from everyone in the ander “Big Lew” Lewis, who served welcome to attend these meetings EBTT started in the now-closed also consist of currently incarcer- room. Every meeting, EBTT lead- 32 years in Harrisburg and is a regu- to learn more about the work EBTT State Correctional Institution (SCI) ated inmates that the outside mem- ers introduce to newcomers the lar member of EBTT. members are doing in the community — Pittsburgh, created by six in- bers keep in contact with. idea of gracious space, the idea The idea that these returning (or and how to get involved. Horoscopes

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Letter to the Editor ... Crawford, Fitzpatrick sign mini-camp deals Recently, the women’s swim team captured its second con- secutive A-10 Conference Jacob Hebda alumni have the opportunity of Championship title. For rea- a lifetime — the shot to play in sons that most would not be staff writer the NFL. aware, this was a rather impres- This week, Nehari Crawford Duquesne football’s season and Matt Fitzpatrick accepted sive accomplishment. may have ended in December, but mini-camp offers from NFL The hard work and commit- the program continues to enjoy teams. Crawford and Fitzpatrick ment by the women paid off. the effects of an unprecedented will be joining the New York Gi- The exceptional coaching abil- season on the Bluff. ants and Seattle Seahawks, re- ity and sincere dedication of A year after a crushing loss spectively. to Central Connecticut State in Crawford, a 5-foot-11 wide re- their head coach, Dave Sheets, the de facto NEC Championship ceiver from Fort Pierce, Fla., was made it possible. game in 2017, the program re- a two-time First Team All-NEC When Coach Sheets took over sponded with a dramatic victory selection. He garnered 1,000 re- the men’s and women’s teams over the Blue Devils to reclaim ceiving yards in each of the last 18 years ago, he inherited two the championship honor this past two seasons, including 71 recep- floundering programs that were year. The Dukes proceeded to de- tions for 1,048 yards in his senior Duke Archive Photo feat Towson in the first round of year. Nehari Crawford runs with the ball during a 2017 game versus CCSU. Crawford consistently finishing at the the NCAA FCS Playoffs, marking In addition to his impressive amassed 190 receptions and 2,719 receiving yards in his career, both Duquesne very bottom of the A-10 Confer- the program’s first FCS postsea- numbers, Crawford was on the all-time records. Crawford signed a mini-camp deal with the New York Giants. ence. Just scoring any points son victory ever. receiving end of the 56-yard Dan- at the championship meet was Now, two Duquesne football iel Parr touchdown pass that all but clinched the NEC Champion- NEC in 2016 and 2017. In 2017, ship for the Dukes. He totaled 10 he was a part of an offensive line considered a success. receptions for 124 yards in that that ranked 10th nationally in Within six years, Sheets had critical game. tackles for loss allowed and 28th both teams finishing in third Crawford’s stellar play on the in sacks allowed. place. Bluff earned him a trip to the Fitzpatrick also excelled off the The men’s team continued NFLPA Collegiate Bowl in Pasa- field during his time at Duquesne. dena, California. He is the sec- He was selected for the 2017 Co- to progress to the point that by ond-consecutive Duke to play sida Academic All-District team. 2010 it was winning individual in the annual event, as offensive championships and setting in- lineman Ben Huss participated dividual conference records. last year. That same year, the men’s team Fitzpatrick is a 6-foot-3 offen- sive lineman from Pennsauken, was dropped by the school as a N.J. Unlike Crawford, his position varsity sport. is not conducive to gaudy stats. The women’s team continued However, similar to his former to improve. Prior to their first teammate, he was a key member A-10 title, the women finished of Duquesne’s recent success on the field, starting 35 consecutive second twice — both times with- games. He was chosen for the All- out a diving team. Tradition- Duke Archive Photo NEC Second Team in 2016 and ally, it is extremely difficult to Matt Fitzpatrick (left, No. 57) watches as running back A.J. Hines scores a 2017 2017. Duke Archive Photo be competitive without a div- touchdown. Fitzpatrick, a key part of Duquesne’s offensive line during his career at His blocking also helped the Head Coach Jerry Schmitt speaks with ing team contributing points. DU, recently signed a mini-camp deal with the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks. Dukes’ rushing attack lead the Nehari Crawford on the sidelines. Last year, the diving team was brought back for the first time since the 1980s, and ironically, the women won their first A-10 Conference title. Golden State controls its own destiny What makes all of this so re- markable is that Coach Sheets was able to do this with the Adam Lindner Eric Gordon proceeded to nail same undersized, unappealing two free throws for Houston, ic- sports editor ing the game and putting the and barely adequate facilities Rockets up by four. that existed in the 1970s; the Game 5 of last season’s West- At long last, the Kevin Durant-era same pool with basically just a ern Conference Finals, as well as Warriors appeared truly fallible. It new coat of paint. the series’ ensuing games, were was polarizing, fresh and fun. The diving team needs to a monumental moment in the Paul ended up injuring his Golden State Warriors’ current groin toward the end of Game 5, train off-campus because the dynastical run. Tied 2-2 in the however, ending his season. The pool is not deep enough. Imag- best-of-seven set with the Hous- Rockets would lose the series as ine how difficult it must be to ton Rockets, Golden State entered Golden State would go on to win recruit divers knowing that. a hostile Toyota Center environ- its third NBA title in four seasons. In spite of these restrictions, ment looking for a pivotal victory Houston missed Paul dearly in in Game 5. With a win, the War- that series’ final two games. Coach Sheets (and Diving riors would have gone back to Or- Fast forward one year, and the Coach Charlie Hauser) have acle Arena with a 3-2 series lead, Western Conference’s top-seed- Courtesy of San Francisco Chronicle consistently been able to recruit one win removed from the fran- ed Warriors now own a 2-0 lead Klay Thompson, left, high-fives teammate Kevin Durant during a 2018 game against top student-athletes that could chise’s fourth consecutive NBA over the Rockets in the semifinal Brooklyn. The Warriors are now set to face the Houston Rockets in Game 3 of the easily be scholarship swimmers Finals appearance. round. Paul is healthy, but is also Western Conference Semifinals on May 4 in Houston. GSW leads the series, 2-0. Instead, the Rockets prevailed. one year older (he’ll be 34 on May at other Division I schools. This Houston’s Chris Paul gloriously 6). Key contributor Trevor Ariza As a fan, it’s what I wanted, too. year, a potential Game 5 would is a testament to Dave’s talent mocked Warriors guard Stephen no longer plays for the Rockets. I wanted to see Golden State and take place in Oakland, as would a as an innovative, cutting-edge Curry, using his patented ‘shim- The two teams may be facing each Houston run it back. potentially decisive Game 7. coach and to the university’s my’ celebration in front of him. other again, but this year’s post- But barring a complete shift in As evidenced by Golden State’s academic appeal. These stu- Then, with mere seconds re- season meeting has a much differ- the series’ momentum, a Houston six-game series with the Clippers maining in regulation and Hous- ent feel to it. triumph appears highly unlikely. in the first round, the Warriors dent-athletes choose Duquesne ton possessing a two-point lead, “That’s what I want,” Houston Even in the event that Houston can be prone to lame, uninspired University, not because of the Curry passed the ball on a fast center Clint Capela told reporters manages to win both Games 3 & play at times — specifically on the swimming facilities, but break opportunity to an unsus- on April 25 in response to a ques- 4, the Rockets will still face an defensive end of the floor. pecting Draymond Green, who tion about Golden State. “I want enormous uphill battle against see LETTER — page 8 fumbled the rock. to face them.” the defending champs. Unlike last see NBA — page 8 7 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT She-Ra reboot returns with iffy second season Weaver (Lorraine Toussaint) and Week’s Timothy Rush Frosta (Merit Leighton) are much staff writer more fleshed out now, with the au- events dience now receiving much better econd seasons can be hits or backgrounds and a deeper look into misses. It is hard to capture the what makes them who they are. A Ssame magic that made the first whole episode is dedicated to look- Premieres 42 season great or continue the same ing into Shadow-Weaver’s past and May 2-4 @ 8 p.m. story arcs efficiently. In turn, a new what made her into who she is to- season grants a new opportunity to day, as opposed to just leaving her as In the Genesius Theater, the right the wrongs of the previous one. that enigmatic phantom villain that Duquesne Red Masquers are Overall, season 2 of She-Ra and the she was previously. There is also an performing a collection of one- Princesses of Power is a mixed bag of episode that explores each princess’s act plays written and directed positive and negative, depending on personality on a deeper level, through by their members. what you’re looking for. Courtesy of Netflix the comedic use of a Dungeons-and- Glimmer (Karen Fukuhara), Adora (Aimee Carrero) and Bow (Marcus Scribner) Season 2 takes place immediately Dragons-like planning stage to attack Late Night Breakfast after the first season, with Adora (Ai- a horde base. the very loving feelings that Horde same road with the same themes as May 3 @ 9 p.m. mee Carrero) as the titular She-Ra But just as this helps strengthen soldier Scorpia (Lauren Ash) has for Shadow-Weaver, and Adora is seem- and her Princess Alliance continu- characterization, it also weakens the antagonist Catra (AJ Michalka), who ingly following the same route by try- Finals are back, and so is late ing the fight with the evil Horde. plot a bit. There is such a detraction in turn has obvious feelings for Ado- ing to become a She-Ra that is the night breakfast at Hogan Dining Strengthened by the bonds they from the main story of the show to ra. Ally of the Princess Alliance and best She-Ra. Something that might Center in Towers. Destress and formed in Season 1, the princesses focus on characters that the season archer Bow (Marcus Scribner) is re- seem laughable, but as is shown can feel blessed with breakfast food discover new things about themselves feels less like an actual continuation vealed to have two dads with a strong have a both powerful and uplifting ef- at this event from Residence and each other. The development is and more as a spin-off or mini-arc affinity for intellectual pursuits and fect, but also terrible ones. Life and Duquesne Dining. not one-sided though, we see new in an already existing season. This is hatred for violence. The show contin- Animation-wise, the show contin- sides of characters previously left un- more than likely done because more ues its support for diversity and wide ues to make good use of its artistic touched in the previous season. seasons are already slated to be re- backgrounds of characters well into direction and even employs it in very The primary focus of this season leased in the future, so the showrun- the second season. creative ways. Episode 4, titled Roll is indeed on characterization. Aban- ners have that flexibility to have a sea- In themes, this season does With It, makes incredible use of the doning the overarching plot of season son of filler episodes to address that shine alongside its characterization. animation to show off just how much upcoming 1, season 2 instead focuses on build- severe problem of characterization. Themes of loneliness and abandon- can be done with it in several different ing the plethora of characters in the The main plot basically exists in the ment are further explored, but it also ways. The visuals continue to amaze series. A primary criticism of She-Ra background with very little develop- introduces ideas of inferiority, am- and will surprise audiences in just releases is that many of the characters were ment beyond learning some things bition and striving to be more than how amazing it can get. It is very evi- lost in the show. There were so many the audience didn’t know before. The what we are. Themes that will con- dent that the animators behind She- with so few episodes. This time, it only real progression is in the realm nect with audiences in very powerful Ra are exceptionally passionate about Pokémon: Detective Pikachu rights this by instead having a season of Entraptra (Christine Woods), a ways. Shadow-Weaver becomes the what they’re doing. Friday, May 10 of filler episodes, ones that don’t have princess with a passion for science epitome of these themes. In her char- One issue that probably will pop that much great significance to the and machines, and Hordak (Keston acter one sees the dark side of trying again in the future seasons is the sea- Ryan Reynolds voices the titular overarching plot but do serve the nec- John), mysterious ruler of the Horde, to become something, to advance son length. A problem with many of pokémon in this live-action and essary purpose of characterization. in their pursuit to unlock mysterious one’s self from nothing for the pure Dreamworks’ Netflix shows is that CGI film based on the 2016 Indeed, many characters that technologies. sake of getting power. It is one that is the season length is often not big video game of the same name. were largely ignored in development A major part of She-Ra is the di- easy to sympathize with, because ev- enough to match the same scale they Father of the Bride are better represented here. Charac- versity amongst the cast of charac- eryone desperately wants to be more see SHE-RA— page 8 Vampire Weekend ters like the evil sorceress Shadow- ters. The show continues to flesh out than what they are. Catra follows the Friday, May 3 Vampire Weekend is back from a six-year gap of no studio albums Endgame wraps up a generation’s favorite films with this, their fourth, which has graphed. One of Hawkeye’s major already been receiving positive Griffin Sendek & reviews for its wide array of Josiah Martin fights is reminiscent of a Japanese action film — right down to the set- genre influences. the duquesne duke ting — and is emotionally heavy-hit- t is near-impossible to think of ting to boot. a film series as expansive and After the serious tone of Infin- long-lasting as the Marvel Cin- ity War, something even darker and I more depressing was expected for ematic Universe (MCU). Nobody could have predicted 11 years ago this film. Surprising though the hu- THANK YOU that the franchise would grow to mor runs throughout, and is some include 23 films, or that its flagship of the best the series has ever seen. FROM A&E Marvel movies have many times Avengers arc would conclude with Courtesy of Marvel Studios the three-hour, genre-defining epic Bruce Banner (Mark Ruffalo) reviews the names of those presumed deceased. been criticized for their implementa- that is Avengers: Endgame. tion of jokes and humor, but an even On behalf of the entire staff of It is wild to think that 2008’s Iron who was absent from the previous The first act of Endgame takes balance of when to be serious and the Arts & Entertainment section Man came out when the Duke’s film. This film explores in detail it slow and gives the story time to when it is time to have a few laugh is of the Duquesne Duke, I want editorial board was in elementary the effect that half the population’s breathe. The film is chock-full of in- found in Endgame. to thank you for taking the school. These actors have played death had on the people of Earth. As tense, high-octane superhero action, Endgame, first and foremost, is a time to read our takes on films, these characters in more movies than a result, nearly every scene carries a movie for the fans. The 23rd chapter but the opening sequences focus pri- music, television and theater even the iconic casts of franchises deep emotional weight, as characters of this decade-long cinematic en- marily on the characters and plot. in Pittsburgh and beyond this deavour works under the pretense like the Hobbit or Star Wars films. deal with what they lost, and fight to Making a three-hour movie not feel past year. I hope you’ll join us that its audience is knowledgeable The MCU has defined a generation of keep what they still have. Endgame, excruciatingly long or exhaustingly again in the fall, both as readers filmgoers, and Marvel and the Russo though as action-heavy as one could action-packed is no easy feat, but the of all the previous films. Endgame and writers. This has been an Brothers appear keenly aware of this. possibly want, found a way to explore Russos pulled it off beautifully. does not waste any time trying to incredible experience thus far, Endgame heavily plays the nostalgia the more sentimental and deeper as- The Russo brothers deserve tre- catch up non-fans. Coming into the and I have high hopes for the card, with references and returns to pects of its plot without dragging on mendous credit for creating action series 22 movies late is a recipe for rest of 2019. many of the series’ iconic films. For through its long runtime. In fact, the and fight scenes that do not feel disaster; without an understand- decade-long fans, it’s an effective and movie’s pacing, a big concern going monotonous or redundant. Every ing of the earlier films, Endgame -Josiah Martin emotionally stirring element. into it, is near perfect. fight in the film plays to the diverse would be a confusing mess. For a fan “Emotionally stirring” is an un- There was not a second of End- strengths and abilities of the heroes of the series that has stuck through derstatement for every second of this game that dragged, every scene felt involved, flows smoothly and is in- the Marvel cinematic universe since film. The opening minute shows how entirely necessary and effectively tensely suspenseful. Many of these its onset, Endgame is a masterpiece Thanos’ snap in Infinity War affect- contributed to telling an all-encom- scenes, particularly those featuring and a fitting conclusion to what has ed Clint Barton (Jeremy Renner), passing, multifaceted story. Hawkeye, are beautifully choreo- been built up to for so long. 8 THE LAST WORD Letter to CLASSIFIEDS editor urges Warriors’ reign over the other 29 NBA teams likely to Counseling school to Anxiety, depression, & stress continue this postseason are things many people expe- prioritize NBA — from page 6 rience. Questions arise dur- That’s what allowed Los Angeles to win Milwaukee is intriguing because of MVP ing transitions in relation- swimming Game 2 at Oracle after trailing by 31 points at candidate Giannis Antetokounmpo & Co. ships, jobs, and geographi- LETTER — from page 6 one point. Once again, it showed the almighty Toronto boasts an impressive core of Kawhi Warriors in a vulnerable light, though it was Leonard, rising star Pascal Siakam, Marc cal moves. Find meaning ultimately inconsequential. Gasol and Kyle Lowry. Philadelphia could be & direction at PCA. because they believe this coach and this Unfortunately for the rest of the NBA, dangerous if Joel Embiid can remain healthy. school will give them the best chance of suc- it seems as though the Warriors are tru- Boston is perhaps the East’s deepest team, Pittsburgh cess in both the pool and in the classroom. ly the only ones capable of dethroning but has little top-level talent other than All- Now, envision the type of success and the themselves. Star guard Kyrie Irving. Counseling Alliance, wonderful things the school would have Houston had its best shot last season, and It’s reasonable for NBA fans to hope and treating people, not disorders. gave the Warriors one hell of a series. It’s a wish for a competitive NBA Finals, but any- with a modern aquatics facility. shame that that’s likely the closest anyone thing beyond that will be because of the War- It is extremely disappointing to learn that will ever come to beating this iteration of the riors’ own doing. If the unit stays healthy and millions of dollars will once again be spent Dubs. Paul’s groin injury will live in infamy engaged, the Larry O’Brien Trophy will al- Contact: to upgrade athletic facilities that do not for that reason alone. most assuredly return to the Bay Area for the include a new natatorium. If Golden State overcomes Houston, it’ll fourth time in the past five years. Brandon Heffner face the winner of the Denver-Portland se- As a fan, I hope I’m wrong. What currently exists for the Duquesne 412-440-5795 ries in the Western Conference Finals. Then, Both my brain and my gut tell me otherwise. community in the Towers Pool is nothing assuming the Warriors don’t self-destruct, These Warriors, with Curry, Green, Kevin pittsburghcounsel- short of an embarrassment. they’ll face one of Milwaukee, Toronto, Phila- Durant, Klay Thompson, Andre Iguodala & ingalliance.com With the youth of today moving more delphia or Boston in the NBA Finals. Co., are simply too good. toward ‘safe’ sports, when will the adminis- tration get with the times in providing the students, athletes, faculty, staff and local neighborhood with an adequate aquatics The Duke tells their favorite facility? Congratulations to the women’s swim team and Coach Sheets for a job well done! memories from the past year STAFF ED — from page 3 Deum Benedicite Duquesne when we are all together, and it is extremely memories with, enriching our group even Kevin P. Ferguson, D.M.D. difficult to be anything but happy here in more. I may be off prompt with my answer BA ‘84 College Hall 113. I will miss this more than since it is not a single memory, but my fa- words can say. vorite moment from this past year is every Griffin: My favorite part of this year was Wednesday night spent in the newsroom, LISTEN LIVE the Duke staff road trip to Baltimore, singing because this is where the best stories are 24/7 New She-Ra at the top of our lungs to every single song read, jokes are told and memories are made. on the radio. Hallie: I was not at all prepared to be sen- Madison: It’s been an incredible year with timental today … however I can’t nail down DUQSM.COM/ disappoints The Duke. Every semester that I’ve been a a single favorite moment at The Duke. This SHE-RA — from page 7 part of this staff, it seems that our bond only is mainly because at least once a Wednesday WDSR/ grows. Even as staff members come and go, night with my fellow editors I laugh so hard want to have. This season is 7 episodes, with roughly 24-minute episodes counting the there really is no leaving this family once I can’t breathe. I’m so thankful for all these opening and ending credits. For a show that you’ve joined, so each transition just brings small moments that allow me to get outside has so many characters and such a wide plot, upon a new member to share these inherited of my head and just enjoy this time. Visit it cannot be done in such a small season. This criticism exists across many of Dreamworks’ shows, such as Voltron: Legendary Defender and Castlevania. She-Ra and the Princesses of our Power either has to better contain itself to its Advertise plot, or it needs more screen-time to expand the universe it is building. As it is going, and as other Dreamworks projects suggest, it’s likely with us website not going to get that larger season. Season 2 of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is a filler season, but one that does de- at a at liver quality characterization and quality repre- sentation of the characters of the show. While it may not focus on the plot as much, for what discounted is there it is a quality watch and one to have in order enjoy the show’s many characters. duqsm Themes are amazingly well done and explored. rate! Hopefully Dreamworks will give a much better Contact Madison Pastrick at season layout for Season 3 and hopefully a nice .com return to the main plot of the show. [email protected]