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By Billie Sangha cities environmentally conscious in their layout If we don’t change how we changes for us when you consider that we will and operations. individually or collectively act towards the likely be around when either our mindful work Staff Editor The good news is that those solutions planet, cities like New York, Melbourne, and saves the planet or our reckless apathy kills. So are real and achievable, but the challenge lies Miami will be underwater within our lifetime. we can’t ignore it. How do we get everyone on The world ending has been more of in getting people to care - every day people like Coral reefs will die and thousands of dead fish board? That’s worth asking. What do you want a nihilistic myth in popular media (and even you and me but also everyone we know, our will show up on the shores of beaches that will your life and your home to be like within in the among the opinions of some government political leaders, and big corporate individuals have sand too hot to even walk on. Humans will next decade? Also worth asking. officials) than anything else, but a recent United with a lot of money and public/political sway. die because the atmosphere will be permeated Consider this issue in terms of the Nations report on the impending catastrophe How do you capture the urgency in taking by UV rays and rising temperatures will fact that some of us might not even live to our planet is facing demands more attention. action? How do you convince people to care make the planet uninhabitable for most living turn forty years old. Even the people who Even more importantly, the life-changing news about the fact that the longer it takes us to creatures. pass away within the twelve-year window for demands immediate action. realize climate change is real and that we need And we can’t waste time pointing remedial change will need to care about what According to the report, the world has about to start working now, the end of the world will fingers at the politicians who didn’t respond is happening if they don’t want their legacy twelve years of a window to make “rapid, become impossible to avoid and we won’t be with urgency at the UN session no matter to be the apocalypse. Or for their families far-reaching and unprecedented changes able to come back from the destruction of our how infuriating Trump’s passivity may have to be lost in a fire they didn’t put out when in all aspects of society”. These necessary behaviour as a species? been. We cannot have vegans at war with the they definitely could have. The UN report is changes include: shifting to low- or zero- It’s not an exaggeration or a warning corporations and weaponize guilt or shame. availale online with action steps available for emission power generation (renewable energy); based on a projection. It’s happening now. UN This is not to discount the necessity for activism anyone to take part in, whether it’s one person changing food systems to rely less intensely scientists spoke with a sense of emergency and critical discourse, but every single person making conscientious decisions or an entire on animal products (yes, a vegetarian diet or we’ve likely only ever acknowledged in films and entity that exists on this planet needs to organization strategically changing the way going vegan can literally save the planet); using or tv shows about the earth being on the verge prioritize the longevity of the earth itself and it operates. But it’s important to walk away more electric-based transportation to reduce of some cataclysmic catastrophe. But sea levels communicate and act in accordance with that in with the knowledge that we definitely have the pollution of fuel emission and human are already rising, the weather is already killing mind every day. We need to act with such speed the capacity to make the changes listed in the dependency on oil; green infrastructure, such animals and people, and natural resources are and efficiency that it demands the cooperation report. It’s just a matter of lighting the fire as building green roofs to circulate oxygen and depleting to the point of running out entirely of the people and both the public and private within us rather than burning in the one we let detoxify air; smarter urban planning to make soon. sectors. run wild without immediate climate change Self-interests and long-term planning activism.

H O E C O M N G M Saturday the 20th began with walking a n d production I t e a m was mostly By Catherine Pool tours of the Upper East Side and mini classes, made up of your peers – and obviously the which brought the MMC community to Roosevelt Island show itself was a blast.” Guest Writer for a friendly game of flag football, put on by CAB, with Senior Stefanie Drinkwater, costume designer for On MMC did it again! Another successful homecoming President Kerry Walk taking part. Griffy, the mascot, was also the Town said, “this was the first musical I’ve ever costumed, weekend for the books. The weekend began on Friday the in attendance and the participants had their very own cheer and the finished product of the show was well worth all of the 19th with classroom observations and ‘Dialogues in Dance’. squad. Of the two CAB events, CAB president, Junior Alex time and stress put into the process. The experience was so The day continued with Student Government Association’s Fiorella said, “the dance was really fun to set up, but the best rewarding, and aside from a great show I also gained many annual event MMC’s Got Talent. People had to be turned away part is seeing how much everyone enjoys the finished product. friendships with so many amazing people.” because the house was packed. The talent show finished just in It went really well, everything came together! The same goes On the whole weekend, Junior Nick Nazzaro said, time for the last event of the evening, Campus Activity Board’s for the football game, everyone enjoys palling around on “homecoming weekend is always such an amazing time homecoming dance. The theme of the dance was ‘Under the Roosevelt Island, as well as seeing Griffy and playing flag to celebrate my school spirit with my friends. From being Big Top’, and was clearly shown through the decorations. The football with Kerry Walk!” crowned royalty at the Homecoming dance and seeing friends dance included light-up cotton candy, a very popular photo Sunday the 21st included the Dean’s List Ceremony, perform in the talent show, to cheering for everyone in flag booth, food, and a night of dancing. Senior and CAB member a Community Brunch, and the student-produced musical On football and being recognized at the Dean’s List ceremony. It Romello Rodriguez said “I was very happy with how it went, the Town, which was performed twice on Saturday and once was an extremely fun weekend that reminds me why I love this [and] that everyone there seemed to enjoy themselves and that Sunday. Sophomore Andrew Harvey, who Portrayed Judge school so much.” my CAB team and I made it all happen.” Pitkin W. Ridgework said, “it was hectic at times, but it was such a rewarding experience to be in a show where the creative Page 2 MMC’s The Monitor Page 3 News MMC’s The Monitor BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH LETTER from the EDITOR

Dear Readers, Thank you so much for picking up this issue of The Monitor, we could not do what we do without readers like you. This month, in the theme of Spooky Season, we have a few ar- ticles that may scare you a bit. For example, our staff editor Billie Sangha wrote an amaz- ing piece about the United Nation’s update regarding climate change, which stated that Image courtesy of author

we have a little over a decade until the effects of climate change get more disastrous than By Christina Bae the annual Making Strides Against Breast their victory in their battle with breast annual Making Strides walk, the office of Guest Writer Cancer walk. This is an event filled with cancer, along with their family and friends Student Development and Activities also festivities aimed at raising money to who supported them every step of the way. hosted a “Think Pink” bake sale, in which ever before. Writer Natalie Garner crafted a piece about the horrifying political climate It’s finally October, a month for apple fund research and help current breast You saw teams from schools all around the everyone in the Marymount community picking, pumpkin pies, and telling scary cancer patients. Among the millions who city, joining together to support the cause. could purchase delicious goodies and learn we live in and the importance of self-care in a world that doesn’t seem to care very much. stories. It is also, however, Breast Cancer participated in this year’s walk in Central You saw a lovely gathering of the citizens more about breast cancer awareness. All Awareness month. Breast cancer is the most Park was MMC’s very own Marymount of New York coming together to show their funds earned were donated to the American common form of cancer in women across Muscle. Students gathered at 7:30 AM support and appreciate everything the day Cancer Society in support of breast cancer. Read more on page 10 for tips and tricks to better your well-being. Finally, our new staff the United States, and according to the on Sunday, October 14, for a fun-filled had to offer. As Marymount Muscle’s team MMC truly does a great job at American Cancer Society, approximately day of walking, music, and fundraising! leader Zakkiyya Taylor states, MMC has showing support and raising awareness for writer Catherine Pool wrote a piece about the importance of voting and the terrifying ef- 252,710 new cases of breast cancer were Altogether, Marymount Muscle raised been participating in the Making Strides important issues and demonstrates all the diagnosed among women and 2,470 $1,437 for the fight against breast cancer, walk for the last three years, after a student ways fundraising and volunteering can be fects that happen due to a lack of democratic participation. Please remember that the real cases were diagnosed in men. In 2017, an thanks to their wonderful participants. had mentioned she had a family member fun! The Breast Cancer walk is something estimated 40,610 women and 460 men were “Waking up at 6:30 on a Sunday to diagnosed with the illness and thought it I’d definitely do again, while encouraging expected to die from breast cancer. For walk four miles in the cold seemed like a would be a great way to show her support all my friends and family to join me. Breast Spooky Season will begin after November 6th if we do not vote. Our voices are important many, October is a month for celebrating all questionable decision, but great company and get MMC more involved in the cancer is so widespread and common, and those who have survived, fighting for those and a great cause made it all worth it,” says community. Freshman Megan Bros states, majority of us know someone who is either and our voices bring change, do not forget that. who are struggling, or honoring the ones freshman Ben Lewis. “It was so inspiring to “I always have a blast at the walk, walking a survivor, or is currently fighting. MMC’s we’ve lost. see such a huge crowd of people show up for a great cause with passionate people. willingness to help and donate is something Every year, millions across the country to the walk!” I walk in remembrance of my aunt every truly admirable and something we should I’d also like to let you all know that Student Government Association will be hosting a donate to the cause and raise awareness It truly was inspiring. Everywhere you year and fill the day with a bunch of love.” all help contribute to in the future. for the harsh illness by participating in looked there were survivors celebrating In addition to participating in the town hall on Monday, October 29th. Please know you are welcome to attend and share your questions, comments, and concerns with SGA. THE POLTICAL CLIMATE AND YOUR MENTAL HEALTH TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF WHEN THE GOVERNMENT DOESN’T CARE ABOUT YOU

By Natalie Garner this time can feel like a difficult we cannot let what is occurring stop Move Up, and continue to educate Again, thank you for picking up this issue, I really hope you enjoy this issue and have a thing to do. How can you care for us from doing so. yourself and others who may need it. Guest Writer yourself when your government is With the incredible amount of This is not to the time lose hope, but wonderful, safe Halloween. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns for The With the recent election of Brett showing that it doesn’t care about emotions surrounding this election it is the time to stand for yourself and Kavanaugh onto the Supreme Court your feelings? With the government of Kavanaugh, we must care for your community in order to fight for ongoing feelings of unease are arising invalidating These people it is ourselves and our community. the rights of ourselves and others. Monitor, please email us at [email protected]. within our community and within continuously marginalizing the Despite he invalidation and We must remind ourselves ourselves. This election has caused masses. With trauma and fear continuous disappointments coming that the topics arising out of politics others to question if their rights will building up around these events from our government, it is up to us to are triggering and suppressing to With love, continue to be protected, leading to we must find it within ourselves rise above and show our communities major groups within our country. an overall fear. The election evoked to still take care of ourselves. You that we care. To tell survivors that we Being mindful of this is important. fear and trauma from those who have need to acknowledge the emotions believe them and stand with them. To To do so we must show empathy to Megan Arnold dealt with and are still processing arising within yourself as a result of tell women that they have the right to our friends who we know are having Editor-in-Chief sexual assault. Watching Brett these events. It would be helpful to choose when it comes to their body. a difficult time processing their Kavanaugh being elected despite discuss your feelings with a trusted In today’s political climate it is time emotions and show them that we see Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony friend, with your community, or for us to show support for ourselves and care for them. I order to generate about her traumatic experience with reach out to a therapist to further and for others. Question how you can empathy and compassion for the Kavanaugh was extremely difficult help you navigate through this time. further get involved in marginalized world around us as our government for many to process and accept. So It is about choosing to tell ourselves communities to show your support continually shows the opposite. now we must ask what does this that our voices matter, that our pasts and care. What further can we all Taking care of our community and election mean for our countries’ view matter, and that our rights matter. do contribute? This means showing our friends in this time is what will on women and survivors? It can feel as though it is hard to be up to your local protests, stand with allow us to stay strong despite it all. Taking care of yourself in strong for ourselves in this time, but survivor vigils through the group

MMC’s The Monitor is the entirely student run newspaper of Marymount Manhattan College. It is published 6 times each semes- ter, with the exception of January and Summer sessions. MMC’s The Monitor has a circulation of 1,000 and a shared readership. SGA UPDATE MMC’s The Monitor is funded through the Student Activity Fee supplemented by generous, local businesses purchasing ad space. Singe copies are free to Marymount Manhattan College students, faculty, staff, and community members. For advertising informa- MMC’S GOT TALENT tion, or forH comments, questions,E suggestions, M or letters toO the editor, pleaseN email MMC’sI TheT MonitorO at [email protected]. to impersonations. The show opened Dance Number. Hayden Ergenbright off with SGA alone. Campus Activities T R By Aubrey Tolentino with Trevor Norris (‘21) and Sam (‘20) then brought the crowd a little Board and Student Development and Guest Writer Nackman (‘21) performing a song from nostalgia with a medley of songs Activities lended what helping hands MMC’S The Monitor Staff 2018-2019 Spongebob: The Musical, followed from the 90s. Serene Hammami (‘22) they could in order for the show to run Last weekend, the school hosted by Hope Cusano (‘20) singing and performed a number she wrote followed smoothly. Days before Homecoming Marymount’s Family and Friends accompanying herself on the piano. by Amber Bialoglow (‘22) who sang Weekend even began, SGA and CAB’s Editor-in-Chief, Megan Arnold Staff Editor, Fahima Degia Homecoming Weekend! To kick After were Jacqueline Leon (‘22) doing Amy Winehouse’s “You Know I’m No executive boards worked together in off festivites, Student Government an original poem, Kacie Leach (‘22) Good”. Julia Marson’s (‘20) impressions order for Friday night to happen as Print Managing Editor, Lauren Garafano Staff Editor, Meg Masseron Association hosted MMC’s Got Talent performing Bon Iver’s Skinny Love, were the last number before previous efficiently as possible. Both clubs were judged by Megan McCaffry (Office of and Princess Serrano (‘22) with a salsa MMC’s Got Talent winners, Infamous understanding in communication, Layout & Design Editor, Kayla Pacenka Copy Editor, Jasmine Ledesma Career Services), Lorraine Martinez- number. After Ashley Gian, a recent Unit, closed the show. The crowd also sharing space, and sharing members. Novoa (Department of Business), transfer student, performed Harry witnessed a performance from Dead With some of CAB’s members in acts Website & Social Media Correspondent, Imani Rivera Copy Editor, Katherine DeZarlo Marchael Giles (‘20), Billie Sangha (‘19), Styles’ Sign of the Times, the [emcees] Rabbit’s Society, Marymount’s Sketch and assisting before the show, MMC’s Advisor, Laura Tropp, Ph. D and Lora Georgiev (Department of displayed some of their own talent! Comedy Club, before they announced Got Talent finished just in time as the Staff Writer,Cross Nelson Admissions). Santilla and Hay sang the theme song Serene Hammami winner of the show Homecoming Dance began. Staff Editor,Billie Sangha The show included a diverse of The Golden Girls before introducing and $500 cash prize. group of talent ranging from singing Jaya Leary (‘22) and her Polynesian The show couldn’t have been pulled MMC’s The Monitor Profiles Page 4 Page 5 New York Culture Volume 21, Issue 04 THE BROADWAY FLEA MARKET

LEOROCK The title of your EP, Tabula Rasa, translates to reason the title of Tabula Rasa even came about. By Halle Roberts “blank slate” and you’ve said that’s what this I came up with my new name on the fly one night. Guest Writer record is for you. How does this record differ I was in my room thinking and I’ve always liked from your previous work? the name Leo, especially since my zodiac sign Marymount may not have music students, but is Leo — my birthday’s August 9th so mark your Well, the very last thing I put out prior to we do have Peter Santiago (Digital Media ‘19). A calendars. The “Rock” part of my name came about these songs was a fully rap song called “5am”. It commuter student, Santiago has been making because I wanted to still pay homage to “Rocket,” was very high energy and entirely about having music out of his home in Staten Island while still referencing my real name Peter, which such a good time that you borderline have to since he was in high school and literally means Rock or Stone. I felt as though it was create a mosh pit. This mini installation however, performing all over the only right to still keep “Rock” apart of my name was a more laid back, watching the sunrise with city of New York, in some way. I spoke to the closest people to me your significant other, kinda vibe. That’s what I including about it and we all came to decide on Leo Rock. at wanted it to be. I wanted it to be feel good even if there were parts that were a little sad. Hence why Image courtesy of Broadway Cares Despite the changes you’ve made, you’ve I named it Tabula Rasa ~ Dawn, because it managed to attract a loyal fan base. What advice was about it being feel good, seeing do you have for other artists on how to establish FIGHTING AIDS ONE PLAYBILL AT A TIME those pretty sunrise colors a fan base and, further, how to keep that fan base and what not. The Square. Fans can stop at tables themed minimum donation of $20 (though this attending the Broadway Flea Market? as their style evolves? By Fahima Degia for their favorite shows, often run by price is subject to change depending Here’s the biggest tip freshman Megan sound was Staff Editor members of the cast. Anastasia star on the demand for certain actors.) This Bros has to share: “I would definitely tell also This question is hard only because I don’t Max Von Essen could be found at the year’s lineup included members of the people to go with money! It wasn’t very feel like I have all the keys to building a fan base. For the past 32 years, Broadway Anastasia table this year selling “Gleb’s cast of Mean Girls, Anastasia, Spongebob smart of me, a broke college student I’m just kinda doing things that are true to who Cares/Equity Fights AIDs has put Famous Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Squarepants, and countless other shows. and a massive Broadway fan, to go with together a massive event known as the M&M’s Cookies” and other baked If you still haven’t surpassed your twenty spending dollars.” She adds, I am and hoping for the best. I really thought Broadway Flea Market every autumn. goods, as well as merchandise and budget for the day, you can head over to however, that like Lacroix, she was able after this drop, everyone would run out on me The Broadway Flea Market provides special collectibles. The Phantom of the the TDF (Theatre Development Fund) to stretch that twenty dollars fairly far. different like, “Wow, he’s not rapping anymore? Goodbye.” theatre fans an opportunity to find Opera table was run by cast member table where you can purchase raffle “I did get a lot for those twenty dollars, Image Courtesybecause of Ethan to Haugsome I thank the universe that that didn’t happen. collectibles, props and Playbills, enter Maree Johnson and boasted several tickets for a dollar each. The tickets are so be on the lookout for hidden deals!” raffles, bid on auction items, and meet prop pieces, most of which were signed stapled closed, and you can pop each “Don’t be afraid of the crowds, degree they’re all love The best advice I have is to be open, honest, and their favorite actors, all for donations by the cast, including Christine’s boots one of them open to see if you won. If because it can be super intimidating,” songs and about a loved one. genuine, not only with those that are trying to to the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights from the Masquerade scene and a piece you do win, you can exchange it for a freshman Hope Johansen adds. Bros support, but also with yourself. People can tell AIDs charity. This year, the Broadway of the actual stage signed by the main mystery envelope, enclosed in which attested to the fact that the hectic nature Another new aspect of this record is the whether or not you’re being genuine and it won’t Flea Market took place on Sunday, trio. are two seats to a random Broadway of the event can be overstimulating, September 30th. Still, the excitement doesn’t end show. but overall, Marymount students and name you released it under. What made you help you in the long run. This industry is already Broadway Cares/Equity Fights there - apart from the thrill of the Multiple Marymount Manhattan theatre fans alike seemed to walk away Afropunk decide to change your name and how did you filled with slimy people, don’t add to the mess. AIDs is a nonprofit organization that hunt when you are searching for rare students could be found amongst the pleased with the experience, regardless collectibles, there is so much more to do crowds at this year’s Broadway Flea of how much they bought or who they in 2016 and 2017. come up with your new name? Create whatever makes you feel good, whatever that was first established in 1988 and has is. Be willing to put yourself out there in front of since raised more than $300 million and see. In Shubert Alley, you can watch Market, and many of them recounted met. “The sense of community was out Though Well I’ve been wanting to change my helping individuals across the country (or even partake in, if you’re willing their experiences fondly. “Even though of this world,” says Johansen. “It was people, whether you’re getting paid or not, because his early work was rap, name from “Rocket” to something else for so in need of medical assistance with a to drop some big dollars) the grand I only had twenty dollars, I made the so great to be surrounded by so many you never know who’s watching. Love what you do, auction for incredibly rare, unique most of it and got some great stuff,” people who love the same thing as me!” Santiago’s style has recently undergone long. Whenever I heard it I just felt that it never specific focus in those suffering with hone in on your craft, and don’t stop until you feel HIV/AIDs. items such as a signed prop trombone says freshman Baylee Lacroix. The most an evolution: his EP, Tabula Rasa~Dawn, isn’t really stuck with me. It was just.. there. But to from Spongebob Squarepants, or even remarkable thing she was able to buy, The Broadway Flea Market will like you’re the best you that you can be. Don’t focus Annually, Broadway Cares/Equity rap. The name he’s released the record under isn’t be very honest I had to change it because of Fights AIDs organizes the Broadway once-in-a-lifetime experiences like even with a tight budget? “An original definitely come back around next year, on being better than the next, just be better than the same either. But, that’s the point — read on to legal issues that I don’t want to deal with down Flea Market, which is centered in joining the cast of The Lion King onstage. Broadway cast of Titanic Playbill. I’ve so be on the lookout for information find out why. your previous self, and everything else will follow. Shubert Alley and extends through the You’ll also see a long line of eager fans been looking online for a year and when it gets closer! the line. This name change is also half the 44th and 45th street blocks of Times awaiting a meet and greet with one finally found one!” of their favorite Broadway stars for a Will next year be your first time THE IMPORTANCE OF SPOTLIGHTING ARMENIA: A COUNTRY ILLUMINATED By Billie Sangha real life daily. It’s okay to allow yourself to know as a space to make affirmation and community someone’s name and ask how they’re doing, and building conversations more common. We want By Cross Nelson Christian culture. Another significant Staff Editor artistic form that arose from Christianity in I don’t know, maybe get to know who they are. to get to know the people who are part of our Staff Writer Armenia, is the art of manuscript making. Have a conversation. Learn to give a genuine, community on campus, whether they are staff, It seems like criticizing oneself and Armenia: a vibrant nation steeped in In the Middle Ages, manuscripts were a sincere compliment in person. While you’re at it, faculty, students, whomever. You are here, and chief way to inscribe and pass on the the others comes more naturally to people these rich history and culture, yet shrouded in a affirm your friends, tell them that you appreciate you matter. What you’re doing on campus, veil of mystery. This fall, the Metropolitan Gospels and the Word of God, so Scriptoria days, more so than affirming one’s talents, skills, were established in Armenian monasteries and self worth. Unfortunately, I rarely see people what they bring into your life, and say it in person. how you ended up at Marymount, Museum of Art is drawing that veil away On a grander scale, I’ve seen more where you go next is a story and shedding light upon this unique as to increase the production of Christian reconsidering how often they “roast”, or insult manuscripts throughout the country. gaslighting in online spaces and among public we want to learn country by showcasing artworks from one someone, or double checking the legitimacy of of Armenia’s most momentous periods in Within the scriptoria, scribes would write something that could be a rumour. Yet adversely figures than loud, ubiquitous affirmations of about and religious texts, and illuminators, also individuals we admire or respect. It’s so refreshing give a history. A chronological showcase of works and very often, I find my friends hesitating from the fourth to the seventeenth century known as artists, would paint pictures when I get to meet completely new faces and and designs into the manuscripts -- to compliment complete strangers or want to helps unravel the sweeping history of have engaging conversations about our medieval Armenia. It opens viewers’ eyes creating books that are now viewed more approach someone they vibe with confidently. so as works of art than utilitarian texts. This isn’t in situations where it could be perceived backgrounds and what our experience to just how influential this small country at Marymount has been like. proved to be in both art history and Enhanced with colorful images of religious as harassment, I should clarify. It is as simple as history as a whole. Perhaps the nation’s figures surrounded by detailed designs not wanting to tell someone they think has cool And even better, that and finished in shimmering gold leaf, dialogue is most significant moment in history comes shoes and that they admire their style that “hey, from the belief that Noah’s Ark landed in these texts were created to emphasize the you have cool shoes, and I admire your style.” the historical heart of Armenia at the base importance of religion within Armenia, of Mount Ararat, which is said to have while also showcasing the artistic Why is that more petrifying and less acceptable innovations being procured in their than turning to your friend group and telling inspired Armenia’s adoption of Christianity Image Courtesy of mmm.edu as their official state religion in the year 301 culture. Finally, another very important them that you think someone’s shoes were AD. The adoption of Christianity made aspect in Armenian art history is the rise hideous and you think they dress weird? Armenia the first Christian nation outside of the Armenian cathedral. Following the In other aspects of our public and private of the Holy Land, and this integration of adoption of Christianity, churches and selves, I find that we toe this imaginary line Christianity into their culture is what made cathedrals were constructed all throughout foundational Armenia, most placed upon the former between being humble or keeping to ourselves Armenia so unique to this time period. to my healthiest, With that being said, throughout history locations of pagan places of worship as and seeking validation and wanting to be to emphasize the introduction of the new acknowledged by others. We weave together happiest friendships and religion has always been a key influencer most honest connections on of art and this holds true for Christianity’s religion. Middle Age Armenian cathedrals stories of who we think the people we see in have very distinct characteristics, such as campus. Consider this: How often do you influence upon Armenian art. After their passing are rather than taking the risk in actually conversion to Christianity, religious pointed domes or cupolas, that represent chatting with them. We do the same with the come across entire Twitter threads, Instagram or the vaulted peak of the nearby Mount YouTube comment sessions, or articles written in motifs became the principal subject of versions of ourselves we come to school as. I need Armenian art. Armenian culture even Ararat and intricately carved reliefs a way that would enhance the subject’s self esteem p l a t f o r m within the church, similar to those of the you to think this of me, especially if the reality developed new styles of religious art and rather than tear it down? How often do you find for and be a part of. architecture, based around their newfound khachkar. A majority of the pieces in the would be met with rejection. Why is there this exhibition were extracted from Armenian fear of violating some unspoken social rule that yourself eavesdropping on a conversation in If you know faith. One of the greatest examples of the Nugent Lounge or Commons or anywhere, someone who you feel deserves this is the Armenian khachkar, or cross churches, which proves in itself the heavy you have to limit your interactions with people so influence of Christianity on the nation’s really, and it’s a table full of people going on some time to shine and someone you stone, developed as emblems of salvation as to preserve your ego? You don’t need to resort and memorialization to honor the dead. artistic culture. Overall, this exhibition to tapping through an Instagram story, hoping and on about how much they adore someone think the school needs to know more about, provides a comprehensive overview of a in their life who isn’t present at the table? please contact The Monitor at monitor@mmm. Khachkars were intricately carved slabs of they don’t notice the fact that yes, you watched stone, featuring a cross interlaced within typically overshadowed time in Armenian The Spotlight section of The Monitor aims edu. We’re curious, and we’re listening, and we care. carved patterns of vegetation, celestial history, and puts into perspective just the whole thing but didn’t follow them. Your how culturally and artistically significant world is intersecting with hundreds of people in to be one corner of the world that presents itself beings, or woven motifs. They are chief examples of original Christian art in Medieval Armenia was to world history. Armenia, and they continue to represent Experience the allure of this unique the individual identity of Armenian country for yourself now at the Met through January 13. Photos courtesy of author Page 6 Pop Culture Volume 21, Issue 04 Volume 21, Issue 04 Pop Culture Page 7 I WANT TO VOTE YOUR VOTE MATTERSYOU AND HERE’S WHY BY CATIE POOL

Global catastrophe as a result of climate change is set for 2040 by the United Nations. The American Education System is underfunded. Defense spending takes up billions and billions of dollars of the federal budget in the United States of America. The world is a scary place, there is no denying that, and the United States does not seem to be at the forefront of change these days. A hundred years ago women were fighting for the right to vote and today alongside political disasters and corrupt cops, we worry about what our president will tweet next. It is clear that this country is ready for change, and that happens through your vote.

We’ve all heard it before, some may have even said it..... High voter turnout rates in this election are vital. Those elected in November will be the ones who have the power to make decisions that have a direct effect on your life. In the midterms this year, all 435 House seats are up, 1/3 of the “What I do does not matter because I am just one person!” U.S. Senate seats are up, 36 states will be electing governors, and there will be other non-federal positions to vote for such as judges, justices, district attorneys, and more.

“I feel like my voice doesn’t matter!” 435 33 36 HOUSE SENATE STATE SEATS SEATS GOVERNORS Those feelings are valid and make sense when repeatedly, politicians fail to pay attention to the thousands that protest in the streets about the recognition of basic human rights. Although, those statements would only be true if you were the only person with a belief or opinion. In the majority of situations, you will not be the only one who feels or thinks a certain way, you will most likely be one of many who are unsure of what they can do. If every person who thought they were not significant enough to make change would just get out and vote in elections, that much needed change would occur.

All votes are equally important but having diverse young voters taking part in elections is a necessity for the United States. You have a unique voice and the policies that will be created by those elected will influence your lives more Midterm elections’ voter turnout tends to lag in comparison to that of presidential elections. Which does not make sense. Yes, the presiden- than others. Vote because no election is insignificant. Vote because it is your right to have a say in who represents you. tial elections are highly competitive, widely televised and reported on, and very important to the country as a whole, but midterm elections Vote because you may be a part of electing the next senator that will one day run for office or the next judge nominat- are where voting takes place for those who are able to directly represent your interests. ed to the supreme court. Most importantly, vote because your voice is important. MIDTERM PRESIDENTAL Page 8 Features Volume 21, Issue 04 Volume 21, Issue 04 Entertainment Page 9 SNAPCHAT ORIGINALS THE MIND OF JAKE PAUL IS SNAPCHAT THE NEW NETFLIX? SHANE DAWSON’S NEW DOCUSERIES ON PAUL’S MENTAL STATE

By Fahima Degia that became viral and reposted on Instagram. feature that allows you to post your snaps for lover will be obsessed with the show because Snapchat also establishes streaks that you have longer than seven seconds, it also created the we follow the journey of two true crime best Staff Editor with your friends, snaps sent everyday produces feature that allows you to replay people’s Snaps. friends solving the case of a missing best friend. the streak. Streaks become super official between With these abundant updates I didn’t “Styled By Science” just came out recently If you’re a millennial you most friends and can last for 500 days if you’d like, expect that Snapchat would create television with one episode focusing on the question likely have heard of snapchat. Snapchat is but you have to remember to send a snap a day. shows all within the app, this is also known of “Can Science Actually Make You Hotter.” an iconic app that started with two basic Other updates Snapchat produced as Snapchat Originals. When I was looking “This Is How I Made It” is a show that features. The first feature allows you to post throughout the years include the discover through the shows I realized we all needed to hop lets you delve into the lives of celebrities. You snapchat stories for all your friends, this page and being able to swipe through peoples on board. All within the comfort of your phone see the stories of celebrities in the show and see lasts for only twenty four hours. The second snapchat stories eifficently. Some updates on you can now go on the discover page and within how they overcome hardships to make it. The feature allows you to send snaps to your Snapchat I do remember having backlash. it in tiny font you see the Snap Original shows. message of the show is to live your best life. friends in seven second videos that disappear. This includes changing the discover page “Endless Summer” is one of the “Co-Ed” is a show that we can all relate Throughout the years and since to make it so you can’t see your friend’s shows you can find on the Discover Page. to as college students. The show follows two the launch of Snapchat in September of 2011, stories; you can only snaps from celebrities, It is a show centered around influencers roomates Ginny and Chris as they figure out the the app has constantly updated to make , news channels, and entertainment. Summer McKeen and Dylan Jordan in Laguna ropes of college through their freshman year. improvements for its users. Some of these Snapchat fixed this once the backlash from Beach balancing fame, family, and friends. If these Snapchat Originals become renovations include being able to save your the masses was strong, Snapchat is very good “Class Of Lies” is The Monitor’s personal popular enough, let’s hope the font on pictures to memories. This awesome feature with producing updates based on the people favorite, perfect for the spooky halloween the Discover Page identifying the show became some people’s personal camera roll. who use the app. Snapchat also created the season. Any true crime and unsolved mystery trungs big, just like the shows could be. Snapchat also came out with it’s exquisite filters “ Photo courtesy of Shane Dawson on Youtube

Photos courtesy of snapchat By Gwen Attridge Jake Paul, who has been one of the an off-roading course, a pool, and a these incidents defined many of the Guest Writer centers of Youtube drama for several boxing ring. Jake becomes a lot more problems with the original Team 10. years now. He also decides to take it comfortable around Shane, and slowly Finally, and most importantly, In my first week atone step further, to examine Jake’s he starts to ask him questions about Shane Dawson drops the series finale ’S INFLUENCE Marymount, I thought I was set with behavior and whether he could be a certain incidences, and getting the real on October 18th. In his rawest form, my social media knowledge, being possible sociopath, a medical term no “tea” as the fans like to call it. Questions Jake Paul addresses the multiple topics TAYLOR SWIFT GETS 65K PEOPLE TO REGISTER TO VOTE an avid Instagrammer and having one has heard in years. In the second start to get answered, such as how Jake and incidents that have defined his every other platform to match. What episode, he brought in a therapist felt about certain Team 10 members controversial career. He tells about I was wholly unaware of was the fact to further explain how Jake’s erratic who left, how he is percepted by the his relationship with Erika, how she By Mary Durocher I was painfully behind in one facet behavior could possibly be that of general public, and other scandals has taught him how to love again Guest Writer of this ever-demanding “internet a sociopath. This that have happened after a dramatic love triangle with his

culture,” something I hadn’t fully stirred lots negative over the past few ex and his brother. He also addresses As of October 7th, Taylor Swift Questions start is no longer silent about politics. The kept up on since I was 14: Youtube. reactions from years. It is clear past Team 10 members, specifically Grammy award winning pop star wrote During that time, I found viewers, in which to get answered, that Jake is trying the Martinez Twins, in which he in an Instagram post that, “In the past myself more lost than ever, but there Shane addressed. to act as normal as addresses racial slurs that were used I’ve been reluctant to publicly voice my was one name that rang a bell from my But he decided to such as how possible and show in the household but only as a “joke.” political opinions, but due to several distant Youtube-obsessed self: Shane move forward with a very differentHe talks about the leak of the Team events in my life and in the world in the Jake felt about past two years, I feel very differently Dawson. At first I was utterly confused, the series, telling side of himself 10 house address, the bad relationship about that now”. Swift’s post continued thinking back to the emo-haired his viewers that certain Team that isn’t normally he had with his neighbors, his cocky to detail her ideology when choosing Youtuber who had a love for sketch he’s bringing “the seen in his videos. public image, his oblivion to the effects candidates to vote for, her rejection and comedy and conspiracy theories. But whole damn kettle” 10 members Shocking he has on the younger generation, and endorsement of political nominees in after I had done my research, it had been of “tea” to spill, no revelations also many more controversial topics. Out Tennessee (her voting state), and a link who left, how to vote.org, urging her fans to register. obvious why Shane’s name had been secrets, baring it all. come in six, where of all of these things that were talked Days after Swift’s original getting thrown around at Marymount. In the third he is percepted Shane sits down about, the two most hard-hitting were Instagram post, she again used her His recent docu-series projects have episode, Shane went by the general with Erika Costell the effects of Logan’s suicide forest platform to encourage people to vote for taken Youtubers who have risen to such on to investigate to talk about video, which lost Jake two seven- the midterm elections. At the American incredible fame and dissected their Jake’s upbringing public, and other their relationship, figure brand deals, and the hardships Music Awards (AMA) Swift won “artist journey and personal experiences that in the Paul house, which they say he faced after his ex Alissa Violet of the year”, topping Whitney Houston scandals that for the record of most awarded artist. aren’t normally discussed on camera. which shined a light is completely went on to “date” his brother Logan. During her acceptance speech she said, “ Photo courtesy of instagram.com Shane made an announcement on why he acts the have happened authentic, and At this point, Jake breaks down, close This award, and every single award given on Twitter in early September about way he does. In the what she has seen to tears, showing just how much this out tonight, were voted by the people, and registrations were in the span of 36 hours for an absentee ballot because they were every pop star/actor have to voice their his new subject for his next docu- fourth, Shane gets over the past few her boyfriend go situation affected him, something the you know what else is voted by the people? after Swift’s Instagram post. Although attending college out of the state in which political opinions to the world? Newsflash: series, and the reviews were definitely in contact with Nick through behind internet thought they would never see. The midterm elections on November years. there’s a trend of voting numbers spiking they are registered as permanent residents. we don’t care. Never have, never will”. mixed. Shane decided to have his next Crompton, former the scenes. Episode And that was that. Jake ended 6th. Get out and vote. I love you guys”. near registration deadlines, Vote.org’s Despite praise for finally ceasing to be Taylor Swift is not the first pop Swift’s uplifting speech was followed by a statistics shows a strong link between Swift’s politically neutral and encouraging voters, star to express her views and motivate sit-down be with Jake Paul, Vine- friend of Jake Paul seven comes with the video with his plans for the future, second Instagram post about early voting, post and the instant rise in new voters. Swift also received backlash for entering fans to vote. Rihanna, Chance the Rapper, turned-Youtube sensation known and former Team 10 member. All of one of the biggest, most important which he said included a vacation with and referenced a link in her bio for more Soon after Swift’s post, both fans and other the seemingly controversial realm of John Legend, Kim Kardashian, and other for his elaborate pranks, his squad this background leads up to moment sit downs: Jake’s ex-girlfriend Alissa his girlfriend and taking time to focus information. If Swift’s recent actions reveal celebrities applauded her for inspiring taking a stance at all. One of the reasons celebrities are posting links on social media Team 10, and most of all, his cocky, where Jake and Shane finally meet, Violet, who also had a very public more on himself personally instead of anything, it is the superstar’s commitment young people. Even Katy Perry, who Swift Swift received criticism was because of to increase voter registration. Other than narcissistic attitude. Shane received and Shane finally gets a glimpse into fling with his brother Logan Paul. his business as a social media star. As to speaking out about the power of voting. previously had a years long feud with, her endorsement of Democratic nominees celebrities, organizations such as March The effect of Taylor Swift supported her activism. Perry told Variety Phil Bresden and Jim Cooper and rejection for Our Lives: Road for Change have plenty of complaints for dedicating the world Jake Paul really lives in. This was important due to the fact for the reviews? Definitely mixed, but encouraging her 112 million followers she thought Swift was, “setting a great of Republican nominee Marsha Blackburn. toured to high schools across the country, a whole series to someone who has Shane Dawson finally meets that there were a lot of accusations still as successful as his prior content. to register to vote was almost example”. Fans demonstrated their support Since Swift has been apolitical in the past, stressing the importance of registering to such a negative aura. However, he Jake Paul and his girlfriend Erika Costell made between her and Jake about What do you think, did you view on immediate. Kamari Guthrie, director by tagging Swift on Instagram with the her fan base is comprised of a mix of vote and researching candidates. Swift’s went through with his investigative at the new Team 10 house in episode relationship problems and even abuse. Jake Paul change, or do you think of communications for Vote.org, hashtag #justvoted. Swift featured her political views. Consequently, after Swift’s political activism shows that she is one process and slowly released the story of five. Shane describes this portion of the Alissa tells Shane’s viewers that she and Shane tried to push the envelope too told Buzzfeed, “We are up to 65,000 fans who participated in the hashtag on post, many in the fanbase felt divided and more added voice to a growing movement, Jake Paul in an eight part docu-series. series of trying “to connect with him Jake were never officially dating, and much? Follow @mmcthemonitor on registrations in a single 24 hour period her Instagram story. In their captions fans debated whether it was her place to mention a movement which encourages young since Taylor Swift’s post”. Guthrie further included snippets of their voting experience, politics . Fans took to Twitter to explain people to stand up for their beliefs, The first video of the series and maybe even have fun.” They get a neither were her and Logan, who she instagram and submit your thoughts for said that in Swift’s home state of Tennessee, such as voting for the first time or applying their frustrations and one user stated, “Does use their voices, and get out and vote. served as an introduction to Shane’s tour of the extravagant Team 10 house, claims both used her for “click bait.” a chance to be featured in the next issue! approximately 2,144 out of 5,183 new voter approach to getting answers about decked out with a built in merch store, This put an end to lots “ of rumors, for MMC’s The Monitor Opinions Page 10 Volume 21, Issue 03 On Stage Page 11

ASKED AND ANSWERED MOVIE VERSUS MUSICAL QUESTIONS FROM STUDENTS FOR STUDENTS A CREATIVE TWIST OR JUST EASY MONEY? “I broke up with my boyfriend but we are still sleeping “I’m currently talking to a guy who lives across the country, he’s

together on the low and hanging out platonically. Do you great but I am just not sure if long distance is entirely possible think it is possible to keep this relationship healthy without in a place like New York where there are unlimited options. ruining our friendship?” Could I still talk to him and hook up with someone else without him knowing? Or does that make me a bad human being?”

Short answer: no. As a rule, relationships without labels aren’t “ mature relationships. And immature relationships aren’t good Why not tell him? You want to string along some sweet for us. Of course, it’s your body. And it’s your heart, too, so it’s guy thousands of miles away by playing boyfriend/ up to you to decide what to do with it at the the end of the day. girlfriend all day on your cell-phone like some corny app But if you dumped him, why are you sleeping with him? Not just you downloaded for free? Be candid with him. If when you sleeping with him, apparently you’re hanging out with him too. Photo courtesy of fanpop.com So, what went wrong? You like him enough to have sex, or share lived closely you weren’t dating really seriously for at least By Jenna Fanelli closing, such as Groundhog Day and are entirely new and attract people importance, are not the only six months, why impede your development by investing Guest Writer meals with, but want to see other people? Then why…aren’t Dogfight. It seems like lately, every from all different walks of life. When factors in the success of a musical. you…seeing…other people?!? You were dissatisfied, and you emotions and time in something you’re bored of already? When you hear titles such as movie or show that has a decent viewing an original musical for the Investors and producers, those decided to not commit to him anymore. Actually spend some Mean Girls, SpongeBob Squarepants, fanbase is having a score made first time, nobody knows what to who are entirely necessary in the or Pretty Woman, you are likely to and is then being thrown onto the expect, which is an advantage. It is production process of a new show, time apart before you decide how to relabel your relationship. instinctively think of the respective stage. This begs the question: where unknown material, the first of its will be more inclined to support You’re a grown up now. It’s time to practice generosity, and film or television show. Now, those is the new material? The original kind, which adds to the magic of fresh and modern visions because keeping him around with no commitment is pretty selfish of you. names also refer to Broadway work such as Les Miserables and The live theater! Contrastingly, when there are endless possibilities. This musicals. Although success rates Phantom of the Opera, and various you put a movie like Rocky up as a is the way theatre has operated vary, the number of motion pictures other timeless Broadway musical, since its invention, long before the and programs that have traveled to classics, which Rather than the only people popularization of television and The Great White Way throughout are arguably of taking shows and who are going film. The possibilities when adapting STUDENT SUBMISSION the years is uncountable. While higher quality than to attend will be a movie or show into a musical are it may be exciting to imagine these unoriginal movies that have fans of the movie limited, however, because there how a beloved piece of art would pieces and have who want to see is only so much creative control transfer from screen to stage, maintained a loving been around how it translates the Broadway team will have is it going too far these days? audience and for years and live. And what over a previously-patented work. In cases of movies such as Aladdin critical praise for about those who The world of musical theater and The Lion King, the staged years upon years. reinventing them, never cared for the and Broadway is growing rapidly adaptations have been and continue It almost seems new and existing franchise? Theyas new generations discover a to be extremely successful, partly lazy to take a know in advance passion for writing, performing, because of genius composers such creation that has artists should that they are not designing and creating. Therefore, as Alan Menken, and partly due to already existed fans, so they aren’t rather than taking shows and the fact that Disney attracts people and established focus on pulling going to spend movies that have been around for of all backgrounds and ages, and a following, and something new the money on a years and reinventing them, new will always sustain a following. The merely adding ticket to see it as a and existing artists should focus company, along with a qualified music and a out of their musical. Audience on pulling something new out of team, can pretty much put any of new cast to it. minds. members have their minds. They should trust in Photo courtesy of Annie Schlechter their acclaimed movies on stage and Composing is preconceived their talents and ability to put up a will be undoubtedly successful, but not by any means an easy task, notions about musicals such as piece that is truly worthy of being SET A SUSTAINABLE PRECENDENT not every franchise is so lucky and and many could never do the Mean Girls, because they know performed on an iconic Broadway there is only one Disney. There are job. However, is that all it takes the premise and the characters stage. If Broadway is going to destruction of the planet. For many years, been hailed by many progressive world students and staff or Marymount would By Madison Weisend some movies, though, that should to put a show in a historic theater based on the movie, and that will remain the powerful entity that it discussion about the waste and recycling on leaders as an effective outlet to limit not only give them a beautiful versatile probably just remain movies, which nowadays? This could be an answer most definitely influence their is and has been for generations on Guest Writer campus has been circulating. The cafeteria carbon dioxide emissions. Universities place to grow in, but also set a precedent is exemplified by the amount of as to why so many shows are tendency to make the trip to see end, authentic art is simply vital. can be targeted as one of the greatest across the country signed the petition and in how we continue to improve our school. “To develop an awareness of social, political, films brought to Broadway that fail moving in and out so quickly: they it at the August Wilson Theatre. cultural, and ethical issues in the belief culprits given that some of their food marked themselves as institutions working Large projects like this at Marymount to keep up and result in a premature lack the sustainability of pieces that Audiences, though of high that this awareness will lead to concern containers are not even able to be recycled. towards a more sustainable future. Their have often been a beast to see through for, participation in, and improvement The containers that are able to be recycled names were broadcast on media outlets due to lack of administration support of society.” This quote was taken directly are often sent towards the landfill because as large as National Geographic in an and a big push from the student body. If from the mission statement of MMC, and the recycling bins that once stood in The effort to demonstrate the enthusiasm and we can get as many supporting bodies describes some of the core values of the Commons have been removed. Many support for creative solutions to mitigate behind this project, we can see it through.” college as being rooted in fostering a socially reports from students have claimed that Climate Change. Despite the support If you feel that your efforts to live conscious mindset on campus. The health materials in MMC recycling bins are not of so many universities as well as every sustainably are being undermined by the “ of the environment, and our relationship being separated from trash, which further member of the MMC Student Government workings of the MMC administration, as young adults with it has become a huge undermines the simple mission to recycle Association, our administration you must make it known. Feel free to aspect of our lives as socially conscious a food container. I find it very difficult to failed to give any form of support. contact Sarah and the Social Science students. We are constantly making small hold myself to the minimal standard of Sarah Shapiro, Treasurer of Assembly on the Microsoft Teams App sustainably-minded changes in our lives, recycling a food container if my college the MMC Social Science Assembly, is to stay up to date on their progress, whether it be lowering meat consumption, does not give me the opportunity to do so. leading the campus effort to harbor the or become involved with the project. buying clothes secondhand, or changing I sometimes wonder if our school leaders environmental conscious of the school by out single-use straws for reusable. What I keep sustainability on their agenda at all. greening the roof of Carson Hall. Sarah and ask is, does our college support our venture A meeting was held in the Spring her team on the [SSA] Executive Board are to become more sustainable citizens? of 2017 with members of the MMC prepared to face obstacles when working To get into contact with the Social Recycling began decades ago as administration asking them to support with administration officials, saying “we Science Assembly, please email them at one of the primal movements to stop the the concept of a carbon tax, which has feel that leaving this green roof for the [email protected]. Photo courtesy of BroadwayDirect.com Page 12 Student Submissions Volume 21, Issue 03 PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRISTINA BAE