The Cub News September 12, 2011 Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Volume 93, Issue 1 Cub Community Walks the Walk Photo: Nick Bergeman ‘12

U of D prides itself on molding it’s students into “Men for Others.” Nick Bergeman ‘13 was one of the many Cubs who dedicated time to volunteer this summer.

Nick Bergeman ‘12 students in the Academy, includ- An unfortunate truth is that stu- very informed answer. I tell them spends his summer doing Sum- Co-Managing Editor ing myself, allowed the mean- dents do not usually arrive at U about the rigorous academics, I mer in the City instead of sleeping ing of these phrases to just zoom of D as “Men for Others,” but cackle through recanting my fun- in and getting a job that pays, a eginning on the over their head, and ignored their rather it is something that be- niest stories, I recall the most ex- man who goes to an away basket- Bday that students attend meaning due to an unfortunate comes part of their education. citing moments, and assure others ball game to join a student section orientation the first time at U of lack of perspective. Most fresh- After six years at U of D, that Detroit is not a frightening twice the size of the home team’s, D, they hear booming words that men will still fail to grasp those I have seen almost everything that place at all. However, I cannot and a man who opens a door for are meant to affect them deeply phrases’ true meanings until some a student can see at “the High.” I wait to share with everyone the a woman walking behind him like “Men for Others” and “Ad point during their year when they know U of D better than I know crown jewel in the U of D trea- into a restraint. Graduates of the Maiorem Dei Gloriam” (“For the decide to become involved with myself, and whenever anyone sure: what becomes of a U of D University of Detroit Jesuit High Greater Glory of God”). Most a service program of some sort. asks me about U of D, I can give a man. A U of D man is one who Continues on Page 3 Cub Earns Eagle Alzheimer’s Disease Scout Status Teaches Life Lessons

Conrad Kovalcik ‘13 ranking of Eagle Scout, joining Nick Norton ‘12 Charles, has been diagnosed with still himself though, a funny and Layout Editor the company of Neil Armstrong, Co-Managing Editor Alzheimer’s, which is defined as charismatic retired Ford engineer. Gerald Ford and Steven Spielberg. “a type of dementia that causes He was an expert mechanic, a hroughout the Eagle is the highest scout rank- his past summer I problems with memory, think- war veteran and a doting grand- T hustle and bustle of last ing, and according to usscouts. Tunexpectedly spent the ma- ing, and behavior. Symptoms father to myself and my sister. school year, many students here org, only two percent of all Boy jority of my time at my grandpar- usually develop slowly and get Progressively his afflic- at U of D, including myself, were Scouts will accomplish this. In ent’s house. I still had opportuni- worse over time, becoming se- tion worsened. He appears con- unaware of the elite achievement order to become an Eagle Scout, ties to hang out with my friends vere enough to interfere with dai- stantly in a fog and asks me to Photo: Jake Kmiecik ‘11 Photo: Conrad Koch Photo:

Nick Norton ‘12, second to right, his grandpa, far left, and family. and be social, but I obviously had ly tasks.” Tell me about it. A few take him home to Detroit even free time. I was asked to assist my years ago my grandfather was though he hasn’t lived there since Rober Koch ‘12 earned Eagle Scout status. grandparents, as my grandmother what I would classify as just a lit- the early 1950s. I was puzzled as of one of our fellow Cubs. Last Robert needed to become a works and my grandfather can- tle senile. He would forget things to how I was supposed to respond April, Robert Koch ‘13 earned the not be left alone. My grandfather, and get a tad disoriented. He was Continues on Page 4 Continues on Page 2

Cub Life, 2-4 Honduras Mission Trip, 5 Senate Update in On Campus, 6 Page 2 The Cub News, September 2011 WORLD Egypt’s Alzheimer’s Disease Predicament Teaches Life Lessons tragic because this wretched dis- Sai Nimagadda ‘14 it’s just that you’re asking a me- Continued From Page One would frequently become more Co-News Editor chanic to remove your tonsils.” to his questions. I would tell delirious and upset in the evening. ease eats away at him one day At this point the SCAF are him that “this is your home, Finally when everyone was able at a time. After acting as one of n January of 2011, in the unenviable position of be- here in Westland” but noth- to get in bed, I sometimes would his caregiver’s though I learned as most of us know, the rag- ing criticized quite correctly for ing sinks in. Eventually his per- overhear him wandering through many things. Firstly life is short, I sistence would irritate me and ing fire of revolutions brought the their mishandling of the daily se- the home. He knocked on a neigh- and being grateful for my current end of Hosni Mubarak, dictator curity issues, their inability to get then we were both irritable. bor’s door asking for them to take physical and mental capabilities of Egypt for 31 years. Now that ordinary police back to work, their When I later read up on him home a few times. Another is imperative. Those faculties he has stepped down, the mili- detention and abuse of protesters, Alzheimer’s in my spare time I time he fell over a stationary fan may not be there when age, dis- tary council, better known as the the lack of information and prep- learned this was absolutely the in the kitchen causing a nasty ease and life get to me. This situ- SCAF, is currently in charge. aration for democratic elections, worst way I should respond. head wound to himself. My fam- ation taught me how important These few months the lack of effort on the part of Chuck, as his friends call him, ily and I have done everything patience really is. Keeping calm after the fall of dictatorship were the ministries to assist businesses is no longer able to operate on a remotely possible to help him. and collected guaranteed that at a joyous time for the people of or the farmers. They were given a rational level. Alzheimer’s took We locked the gate so he cannot least I maintained my head. Most that away from him. Extreme get lost in the neighborhood, re- importantly I learned the power emotional anxiety is the result of moved the fan and other objects of empathy when dealing with his constant confusion. As he at- he might fall over, and continued people struck with fatal and hor- tempts to express these feelings to console him with whatever rible diseases. I try every time to me or any of his other caregiv- emotional support we can muster. I see him to treat him the way I ers, the last thing he needs is for Despite these measures the Al- would like to be if I ever am in us to snap at him, or utter cutting zheimer’s continues to progress the same predicament. In the end

Photo: newslinemagazine.com Photo: sarcastic remarks. As the summer and nothing we do can stop it. all we can do is remain compas- progressed I learned healthier My grandfather’s story is sionate even when life is just sad.

ways to combat these issues. I Photo: healingwithnutrition.com would remain calm, talk loudly, remembering to speak in simple sentences. As someone who likes to speak very verbosely this was a particular challenge for me. Daily A protest demonstration in Egypt. exercise like walking around the Egypt. However, what they had job that they were not prepared to block allowed him to unwind a not planned on was the corruption do, and that many argue they had bit, so we walked often. It is still of the next group of people who no real intention of actually do- difficult to remain patient while took over. A post on a blog by the ing properly. If, in fact, they have caring for him, but I have to re- son of a military man states that been working with honorable in- member to remain compassionate. the army/SCAF “may be great at tentions, perhaps they should be Evening time and the ear- doing their job of protecting the asking for some help to accom- ly morning are another animal to people, but they’re certainly not plish this task. At the very least, tackle. After spending a few nights knowledgeable, trained, experi- they could arrange that the “bad a week over at my grandparents I enced or ready to do a totally dif- guys” of the old regime will not witnessed his severe insomnia in ferent job of leading a country of be appointed to current positions addition to what is called Sund- 85 million people in a pivotal point of power. The current policies owner’s syndrome. Sundowner’s of its history.” He went on to say do leave everyone asking wheth- syndrome is a “range of behaviors that “it doesn’t mean they’re bad er they can be trusted to help to not usual for the person” occur- people, it doesn’t mean they’re run honest elections if and when ring after sunset. He consistent- on the dark side of the force, they decide that they will occur. ly had trouble sleeping, and he Alzheimer’s disease can lead to memory loss. Restore, Empower, Inspire: The Story of the 9/11 Flag

Ken O’Brien ‘12 clean up effort at Ground Zero, the attacks in 2008, Charlie, who an EF5 tornado. As hundreds of the United States to stitch this Co-Managing Editor sent a work crew to take down volunteers as a construction co- New York Says Thank You vol- very special American Flag back the tattered remains of the Ameri- ordinator for The New York Says unteers spent the 9/11 Anniver- together using flags salvaged lmost every can flag, which were then taken Thank You Foundation, brought sary weekend helping to rebuild from the Greensburg tornado. AAmerican is familiar with to Pennsylvania and placed in the torn remains of the Flag to Greensburg, the residents of this In doing so, they literally the horror that was brought upon a storage for over seven years. Greensburg, Kansas, a town small Kansas prairie town joined stitched together the two com- this nation ten years ago. Ameri- On the 7th anniversary of ninety-five percent destroyed by disaster survivors from across munities shared stories of tragedy can’s minds are engrained Photo: wordpress.com and triumph and created with the haunting images a new and living piece of of planes striking the World American History. Cur- Trade Center towers, the rently on a cross-country burnt-out southwest corner tour, the goal of The Na- of the Pentagon, the crash tional 9/11 Flag Tour is to wreckage near Shanksville, display this historic flag Pennsylvania, the faces of at notable venues, to em- mysterious men on airport power local service he- security video, and the tat- roes in all 50 states with tered American flag bur- the privilege of stitch- ied in the rubble at Ground ing the flag back to its Zero in New York City original 13-stripe format, which was raised by fire- and to inspire 300 mil- fighters a few days after the lion Americans with the tragedy. While nothing can flag’s rich visual history ever make up for the pain in order to deepen our and suffering caused to over sense of citizenship and 2,000 American families, national pride and bolster something is being done the spirit of volunteer- for those people to find clo- ism on the 9/11 Anni- sure and figuratively rebuild versary and year-round. America one stitch at a time. When complete, In the days follow- The National 9/11 Flag ing September 11, 2001, will consist of pieces the remnants of a 30-foot of Flags set to be re- American flag hung torn, tried from all 50 states tattered, and blowing in and will become a part the wind at 90 West Street of the permanent col- across from Ground Zero. lection of the National In late October 2001, Char- September 11 Memorial lie Vitchers, a construc- Museum being built at tion superintendent for the The recovered flag from the World Trade Center that ultimately became the National 9/11 Flag. the World Trade Center. The Cub News, September 2011 Page 3 Cub Life Cub Community Walks the Walk Photo: Nick Bergeman ‘12 Continued From Page One Hope deliveries on the weekend environment for Cubs, but to use School and Academy are given without any sort of payment be- it’s influence and power to help more than an academic educa- sides thanks and a couple of ser- better the community. The money tion, but also an education in tact, vice hours. Seniors go to weekly that U of D raises from this is not in love for fellow human beings, Senior Service sites to share the used for fancy fields or teacher and in being a “Man for Others.” goodness they learn in the class- salaries, but ten percent go back Over the summer, I went room. Students are active with to student organizations and nine- daily to Summer in the City, a Youth Groups, they participate ty percent go to financial aid for Detroit City service program that with the Christian Service Team, U of D’s students. One hundred draws teens from all over the met- and they find ways to be lights in percent of the net proceeds from ro Detroit area to paint, garden, someone’s dark day whether they U of D’s Auction go to student fi- and run day cares for children in know it or not. Parents from U nancial aid, which is a significant Detroit. Not surprisingly, I was of D do their part as well in the amount of money to give. The one of many U of D men who reg- active Mothers’ Club and Dads’ Auction is mostly supported by ularly worked at Summer in the Club, and are at every big event U of D alumni, giving back to the City, including graduates of the from football games to the Auc- school to help another student be Class of 2011 such as Matthew tion. Many times when an event a Cub who otherwise could not. Ben de Luna ‘12, left, at Summer in the City. Kowalski, Aiden Yee, Neil De- is about to occur, members of the Thirty-four percent of the student Souza, Thomas Ridella, Matthew respective parental groups bring body is on financial aid. Think The greatest thing that The Cub community does Melucci, and Peter Walle. Current items to school, such as flow- about that. One in three students Cubs do is not something that not only preach “Men for Oth- Cub students Ben de Luna ‘12 and ers or food, and when carrying is being supported by U of D. shows up on an application, a ser- ers” and “For the Greater Glory John Philo ’12 were daily attend- items from their car to the inside Unfortunately, the unsung vice hour sheet, or on a tax deduc- of God,” but those phrases are ees, and even one of the core co- of school, they don’t even have to heroes of the U of D community tion, but rather something that is the models for the development ordinators for Summer in the City ask for students to jump into ac- are its staff. Students roll their shown in the world. U of D men of each student at “the High,” and is Henry Schneider ’09. Before tion and assist them in any way eyes at this notion, but students do are men who care about others, the mottos that graduates live by. summer began, Mrs. Godwin, on they can. For the Auction, Mrs. not even begin to realize the sac- and go out of their way to care I am very active with my Youth behalf of the National Honor So- Barringer, who is the Head of the rifices that teachers make to teach about others. U of D students do Group at St. Fabian parish, along ciety, encouraged students to go Auction, has to turn students away at U of D. Teachers do not get the not gain anything from attending with fellow students Anthony Di to Summer in the City for a great who want to work at the Auc- summer off, either, because they a sporting event, but they go any- Ponio ‘12 and Austin Godwin time and service hours. The NHS tion because there is not enough have to begin planning for a new way. Game after game, Cubs go ‘13, among numerous gradu- is dedicated to helping others in room for all of the applicants! year immediately after they fin- to away games to have a student ates. Every month with my Youth any way possible, whether it be With the recent dawn of ish the previous one so they can presence usually twice the size Group, we go to a program called in Summer in the City, tutoring, Pledge: Detroit!, the U of D com- change the things that did not of the home team’s, and almost Service Saturday to assist elderly or events to raise money for a lo- munity continues to show how work, and try new things to better always larger. Even with larger parishioners with chores they cal Detroit school. Summer in the truly great it is, and will continue teach the students. Teachers love schools, the Cubs have a stronger need done around their homes. City is just one example of the to be. Students are no longer only their students, and go the extra presence, and an energetic one They are always grateful and many community organizations raising money for their school, mile for them, which is why U that cheers their team on, even friendly people who love wel- that U of D students participate in. but they are now also making a of D is so academically superior. with ten seconds left and being coming young people into their U of D is full of men who go out difference in their community at Cub teachers stay after school if a behind by forty, the Cubs cheer. homes. They always ask about of their way to be better people. the same time. Students go into student needs help, show concern Cubs treat women with tact, they the students that greet them, and Men from “the High” go Detroit to improve their city, and to make sure students understand, open doors for other people enter- ask where they go to school. The on to do great things in the com- make a better home for its resi- and make the best class they ing restaurants, they do not jeer at most frequent response I hear is munity, even if it only makes the dents. The U of D Student Sen- can for every student that comes the students of other schools, and one that I have never heard for smallest of differences. Students ate has made a new commitment through the door. All of this with they spread the goodness they have any other school, and I doubt at U of D do monthly Focus: to not only create a better school little thanks and even less praise. learned at U of D in their actions. I ever will: “Good for you.” Cub Academy Students: Second-Class at U of D? Jacob Castle ‘13 there, the rest of the floor belongs are a few reasons they don’t have compared to “the High.” Acad- makes scheduling a bit difficult. Co-Academy Editor to the Academy. school. Starting this year, how- emy students also have the NJHS, Plus, there are many more op- It can be easy or hard to ever, the 8th grade will have the whose fundraisers give Academy tions for sports in the high school. heology classes distinguish Academy students right to vote for next year’s Senate student’s chances for dress down Furthermore, during most of last Tare mainly the only rea- from the high school, but the ques- Officers. Another perk of being in days the high school won’t have. year Academy students ate in son why students from “the tion is, are Academy students sec- the Academy is the opportunity Even though the Academy the Commons because there was High” travel up to the third ond class? The answer is yes and to attend the Cedar Point trip at may have some perks, there are not enough room in the cafeteria for everyone. Acad- emy students also do not have the plea- sure of having part of their lunch off. Most Academy students

Photo: Stephen Huber ‘13 Stephen Huber Photo: have to take P.E. dur- ing the other half of their lunch, which does not give them the opportunity to catch up on studying or homework. Lastly, compared to the high school, the Academy does not have many clubs, but students are still allowed to par- ticipate in some from “the High.” These are only a few of the perks and downs of being in the Academy, but as the year starts, stu- dents are sure to ex- perience what being in the Academy is all Academy students have both perks and disadvantages of being in the Academy. Are Academy students at U of D really second-class? about. Even though the Academy may live floor, and unless you also have no. One of the perks of the Acad- the end of the year. Freshman are many things they cannot have. In in the shadow of “the High”, they a class with Ms. Blake or anoth- emy is more days off. The Senate allowed to attend, but the event athletics, the high school has pri- still have their own identity which er teacher who uses a room up Convention and the PSAT testing is offered to the entire Academy ority over Academy sports, which makes this school what it is. Page 4 The Cub News, September 2011 Cub Life New Cub Robotics And Engineering Club

Greg McMurtry ‘13 one large robot to use in competi- with an engineering program. this clubs, Small Robotics takes for more information. Whether Junior Class Co-Editor tions. In Small Robotics, you can And let’s not forget that anoth- place year-round, while FIRST it is the new back-field, the - re learn to program your own code. er great reason to join FIRST Robotics takes place during the finishing of the gym floor, or any things In FIRST Robotics, you can learn robotics is that, unlike most winter. If you have any questions, the emerging new Robotics and M have been changed at how to use power tools, like a drill clubs, there are snacks pro- feel free to ask Mr. Guenther, Engineering Club that interests U of D this year. The back field, press. Besides building different vided during the meetings. Ms. Friday, Jalen Battle, my- you, may this year at “the High” used for football, soccer, and la- types of robots, Jalen also pointed For those that are interested in self, or any of the other officers hold great things for all Cubs. crosse, has recently been re-done, out that Small Robotics is more Photo: Jalen Battle ‘13 with a new logo in the middle individual; whereas, in FIRST in the field. The commons area Robotics, everyone works in and basketball court have been groups, building individual refurbished. In addition to the parts to make one team robot. changes made around the school When asked about why people complex, some clubs have also should join the new club, Jalen had changes of their own. One responded by saying that Cubs of the changing clubs to watch should join “if they are inter- is the new U of D Robotics and ested in mechanics, and if they Engineering Program. This new want to work with friends in club was created by combining an engineering environment.” the school’s two original robotics Although working with clubs – FIRST and Small Robot- robots is extremely fun, there ics. Jalen Battle ‘13, president of are many other reasons to join the New Robotics and Engineer- the Engineering Program. For ing Program, shared many in- example, in FIRST Robot- teresting facts on this new club. ics, the competitions are also “The reason for combining the a good reason to join. They clubs,” he said, “was to help all are held in a fun environment, kids from all areas get into en- where your robot works in an gineering. It also helps Small alliance with other schools’ ro- Robotics members prepare for bots. The matches are typically FIRST Robotics.” After provid- three-on-three, meaning three ing these details, Jalen went on to schools’ robots battle three oth- explain the two parts of this new er schools’ robots. When get- club. “When people join,” Jalen ting ready for the matches, there explained, “they should start in is time to walk around and meet Small Robotics, and then move other students from around the up to FIRST Robotics around the state. So, if you join, you can second semester.” For the people watch large robots compete who are unaware of the difference in intense matches; listen to between the two programs, Small crazy, loud music; and meet Robotics members build and pro- new people. Being involved in gram many Lego robots, while the program also looks good FIRST Robotics members build on applications for colleges The Robotics and Engineering Club will compete against schools throughout the state of Michigan. Cub Earns Eagle Scout Status

Continued From Page One efited his community; follow- and Silver. A scout must be active In the early months of gan. The houses had to have one Life Scout, the highest level of ing this, he needed to attend an in their troop for three months the 2011 year, Robert decided to door, a double-walled, wood achievement a scout can reach Eagle Scout Board of Review after reaching Eagle to earn each take on a very heartwarming task body, and a flat, pop-off style before Eagle. This took several where he was given his final of these awards. Five additional to meet his service requirement roof. Robert’s job was to su- years, as Robert began Boy Scouts examination to make sure he merit badges are also needed for Eagle Scouts: he was going pervise the production of these in February of 2005, although he was deserving of this honor. to gain each Palm. Koch plans to construct eight dog houses for homes and make sure that the began Cub Scouts much earlier at A further requirement to earn at least the Gold Palm. the Michigan Humane Society. specifications were adhered to. the age of six. Beginning in ’05, is that all of these steps must be Robert said that he He was notified that these dog In order to procure funds for the Robert began to work his way up completed by the age of 18. In “learned many life lessons in houses would be used for aban- project, Robert collected private the totem pole by actively partici- this requirement, Robert set him- Scouts,” but the most notable doned and abused dogs. Dur- donations from family members pating in his troop and complet- self apart from thousands of other was that he now understands ing this project, Robert faced and friends. He personally wrote ing merit badge requirements. Eagle Scouts by reaching the Ea- how to be a leader. He says that several challenges because he letters to all those that he hoped to Next, he was required to dem- gle ranking at the age of 16. Be- “leading is not only giving in- needed to follow the directions collect money from. These letters onstrate that his lifestyle match- Photo: Conrad Koch explained his task at hand and es that of the Scout Oath and asked for a reasonable donation. Law. The Scout Oath reads: Lastly, for workers Rob- “On my honor, I will do my best ert asked his Troop 1444 mem- To do my duty to God and my coun- bers for help. In addition, fel- try and to obey the Scout Law; low Cub, Isaac Piepszowski To help other people at all times; aided in the construction of To keep myself physical- the houses. These workers lis- ly strong, mentally awake tened to Roberts instructions and morally straight.” and gave Robert a great deal These characteristics seem of help in producing the hous- to match that of the “Men for Oth- es. Seeking out this help took ers” motto that all the members Robert a great deal of time of the U of D Jesuit family try to and effort. He not only found follow. These traits were not easy the help, but had to also find for Robert to abide by, just as they a place for the guys to work. are difficult for anyone to mas- Robert’s Eagle Scout work ter, but he did try to the best of can be admired by all. Reach- his abilities as all Cub should do. ing this elite ranking took hard Robert was also required to ac- work and determination. In the tively participate in a leader- process of doing this, he was ship role within his troop for six able to help several people in months, while achieving twenty- his acts, as well as several dogs. one merit badges in specified We can all learn a thing, or two, fields of interest. These merit from the Boy Scout attitude, as The finished product of the dog houses that Robert and his volunteer helpers made. badges are an honor given to a it very close to our “Men for scout when he completes cer- cause of his circumstance, Robert structions, but also learning how of the Humane Society, he need- Others” motto and Grad at Grad tain tasks and projects. In order plans to achieve awards within to take advice.” This skill of ed funds, and he needed help. qualities at U of D. Hopefully, all to move up in the ranks, cer- the Eagle Ranking. These awards, leading, which began develop- The dog houses were to be built of us Cubs here can recognize that tain merit badges are needed known as Eagle Palms, were de- ing in Cub Scouts and continued under the strict specifications and put in the same type of effort to be completed at each level. veloped to keep young Eagle for nearly a decade, may have of the Humane Society so that as Robert has done his whole life Robert then had to con- Scouts active in their troops. There reached its climax in Robert’s Ea- they could be used to house to act physically strong, mental- duct a service project that ben- are three awards: Bronze, Gold gle Scout Service Project he lead. dogs from all throughout Michi- ly awake, and morally straight. The Cub News, September 2011 Page 5 Service

Hope For A Brighter FuturePhoto: Rory Philbrick ‘13 Rory Philibrick ‘13 resilient people not only manage Co-Copy Editor to survive, they also maintain hope that things will get better. s our mission And that is the crux of Atrip team pulled up into the why we came; to help turn that garbage dump community of El hope into a reality. In interact- Ocotillo for the first time, the bus ing with the children at the local full of energetic teenage students nursery, in building an additional was suddenly stunned into dead school building in order to con- silence after witnessing previous- tinue the education of those chil- ly unimaginable levels of poverty. dren past the elementary level, In El Ocotillo, a poor suburb of and in delivering supplies to the San Pedro Sula, Honduras, pov- only clinic available to the un- erty is all they know. It is a way derprivileged citizens of El Oco- of life that entails scavenging in a tillo, we sought to do everything harmful environment for meager in our power to improve the liv- amounts of money while strug- ing conditions. However, there is gling to procure basic necessities no doubt in my mind that those such as shelter, food, and clean children taught us more than water. Despite these daunting we will ever be to teach them. The mission team poses with the principal of the school, who expressed gratitude for their help. obstacles, in what we would con- We were greeted with a warm re- sider an uninhabitable wasteland, ception everywhere we went with- in El Ocotillo. The kids looked up builders working on the school, difference in the face of the great to us, and for the adults, we rep- making up for our lack of experi- adversity that these people faced resented an attempt to enhance ence with enthusiasm. We met the every day, and to an extent this is the lifestyles in the community. It principal who worked tirelessly true, and even after we left Hon- was amazing how much we were to give the kids every opportunity duras and returned to our lives of able to communicate with the to break the vicious cycle of pov- excess back home, the Honduran children at the school since they erty. But most of all we inspired people still suffer from the ef- Photo: Rory Philbrick ‘13 Rory Philbrick Photo: knew no English, and our Span- hope in the people of the commu- fects of poverty. However, I was ish was, to say the least, limited. nity, as they did the same in us. nonetheless encouraged by the But we did communicate, and by The trip to Honduras was by far progress we were able to make in interacting with the locals, we the most eye-opening experience our short time there. I know that learned about life in the commu- that I have ever taken part in, and progress will certainly not hap- nity by experiencing it firsthand. I think I can speak for everyone pen in a matter of days, and in We were invited to the home of a else who was a part of the mis- all probability it will not even be worker in the nursery, who did not sion team in saying that it com- fixed at this time next year. But, have much, but was still willing pletely changed our perception through constant improvement, to share everything she did have of poverty. We were told that one eventually that hope for a brighter Robby Ress ‘12 with children from the nursery. with us. We assisted the crew of week would not make much of a future can blossom into actuality. Immersion Detroit: A New Perspective

Tim Devine ‘13 For a week, the boys from the beauty of a Pewabic tile, was family and listening to an ex- a meal at Lafayette Coney Island, Co-News Editor U of D discovered the depth of offset and put into perspective convict explain why he devotes great seats at a Tigers game, chess Detroit’s hidden beauty and vex- by the sobering experiences of his time to building affordable at Campus Martius, a chance to he trip to Hon- ing trouble. Carefree joyousness, handing out groceries at St. Greg- houses at Cass Community for organize the pantry for the dedi- Tduras, previously the only derived from the delicious taste ory’s to those who cannot afford women with nowhere else to go. cated benefactors at St. Domi- school mission trip, is an impor- of a churro in Mexico Town or to purchase sustenance for their Other highlights included nic’s, a walk along the river, a tant annual un- Photo: Todd Wilson tour of the Fr. So- dertaking that has lanus Casey Center, aided the needs of a visit to Belle Isle, the people of Hon- a trip to the original duras and educated Motown studio, and many Cubs. Last a drive through the year, however, the neighborhood of the “Men for Others” thought-provoking motto and attitude Heidelburg Project. clearly exhibited The base itself when an ad- of operations, the ditional U of D Gezu Rectory, pro- mission trip was vided a fitting atmo- born. The Hon- sphere for reflection duras trip is still and decompression. happening and, Populated by Cubs, indeed, affects games like euchre positive change in and Scrabble were Honduras every frequently played year, but the new as the sound of gui- trip, Immersion tar strums were an Detroit, gives Cubs ear away. The heat a unique chance to of the new sum- learn about and mer was lessened help their own city. by dozens of fans Last year in the building, and the opportunity at- was subsequently tracted many and a forgotten amidst ac- group was selected tivity and reflection. months before the Immersion trip. In fact, sev- Detroit gave par- eral educational ticipants a new per- meetings occurred spective of the city. before the trip be- The trip was both gan to inform us of inspiring and hum- information about bling. Encourage the trip and Detroit each other to par- itself. Then the hot ticipate in the trip June day arrived, next year because days after final it was an unforget- exams, and stu- table experience dents met up with that taught Cubs teachers in the U how to truly be U of D parking lot to of D’s mottot of set out joyously. The Immersion Detroit group poses for a picture opportunity in Downtown Detroit. “Men for Others.” Page 6 The Cub News, September 2011 On Campus What To Expect When Expectations Are High

Anthony Shallal ‘12 and is the same evening, come where we will be doing trail cre- Spirit Week and the pep and just having one spot light. Contributing Writer support the Senate at the biggest ation . The other two sites are rallies are going to be done a This is what we have dance of the year. Last year there still the same, Belle Isle and Fort little differently this year. The to look forward to in the next s the year starts was roughly 1200 Photo: Stephen Huber ‘13 Aoff, the Student Senate is people in atten- in full swing. There is so much dance. This year planned for the students this up- we expect just as coming year; however, this is no big of, if not big- spoiler. I am here to better inform ger, an attendance you on events you are wonder- . We have DJ Joey ing about. Things to look forward A DJ-ing the event to in the next couple of months so it is surely go- are: The Icebreaker, Homecom- ing to be hype. ing, Pledge: Detroit! pep rally, H ome - and Spirit Week, the last four of coming? Well these being in the same week. I’m sorry, but Yes, before you know it you’re Homecoming is going to be attending the Ice- still “Forthcom- breaker which is now on Septem- ing” to put it into ber 10th , collecting pledges, ask- the words of Mr. ing a girl to Homecoming hoping Duns. However, I she says yes, critiquing the Spirit can promise you Week events on how the Sen- this: prepare for ate should have done this or that, the most esteemed and how your grade is definitely Homecoming “the going to win in the spirit games. High” is going to Notice how I just tried to give you. We are The Student Senate has planned multiple events for the year. slip in the fact that Icebreaker is going above and beyond, fel- Wayne. This year Pledge: Detroit! other Senate Officers and I are couple of months. More things now on a Saturday. Regardless of las, so I hope you all are ready. will be three hours longer than ambitious about making the are being planned and I can- the fact that the Michigan-Notre Pledge:Detroit? We now last year.. More to come in a few pep rally as fun as possible. not wait to share them with Dame game is under the lights have a third site, Palmer Park, weeks as Pledge:Detroit! rolls out. We are working for lights off you as soon as they are certain. Behind The Scenes Of Icebreaker Has The Cub Newscast High Hopes

Logan Pratt ‘13 method of grabbing the attention a huge overhaul. The members of Luke Goode ‘13 friends at the school, you can also Co-Copy Editor of the students so they will pay at- The Cub Newscast received their Junior Class Co-Editor meet girls, which is always a plus. tention. However, it has evolved own studio, microphones, their However, before you ven- ave you ever into more than just a replacement own green screen, and their own s you all know, ture out to “the High” on Septem- Hwondered what it takes to for the daily announcements. studio located in the new wing. Ait’s the beginning of the ber 10th for the dance, there are make The Cub Newscast work, Today’s newscast is very These new acquisitions helped to school year again, and this can some things you should know. who started The Cub Newscast, different from the first broadcasts. ease the process of bringing the only mean one thing for many This is not a formal dance, so or why U of D Jesuit even has a In the beginning, members of The students the broadcast. There only Cubs: Icebreaker. It’s without don’t show up looking all fancy. needs to two a doubt the most hype dance of Show up in some normal clothes, men behind the year. It helps start the school possibly even some “clowning the scenes, one Photo:

working the The Cub News Stock teleprompter and the other controlling the Photo: Gian Carlo Moore ‘13 Gian Carlo Moore Photo: video stream, plus the two news anchors. The cast of news anchors include Keith Abdenour ‘13, Ken O’Brien ‘12, and Rich- ard Rainville ‘14, to name a few, with ap- pearances from Mr. Bell. Also, there were many new fea- tures added to Channel The Cub Newscast hosts the Senate Convention every year. WCUB dur- newscast? Well, you are going Cub Newscast would broadcast ing the 2010-2011 school year. to find out. This article gives an from the library with a bookcase Some of these new addi- analysis of the history and inner as the backdrop. About five people tions to Channel WCUB include workings of The Cub Newscast. were needed for The Cub News- “The Kellett Report,” “Hank In the 2009-2010 school cast to run smoothly. There was VS.,” and live coverage from year, three students, Anthony a person working the teleprompt- Student Senate Convention. “The Kinsey ‘10, Bobby Nielsen ‘10, er, a person working the camera, Kellett Report” provides “real, and Tommy Zimmer ‘10, de- and a person controlling the vol- unreliable” and often hilarious re- cided to start The Cub Newscast. ume of the microphones. Even ports about current events around The three wanted to inform stu- though they were broadcasting to the country. “Hank VS.” shows dents about what was going on students, it was still just a read- student, Hank Greening ‘12, take The U of D Icebreaker last year was a huge success. throughout the school in a new ing of the daily announcements. on our school’s top athletes at and innovative way. Originally, As the year went on there were their own game. The Cub News- year off with truly a wonder- clothes” (ridiculously colored the announcements would be read interviews of students and fac- cast also shows all of the Student ful Senate event that helps raise clothes and some goofy things during homeroom by Mr. Trudel ulty and some videos played dur- Senate videos and shows live money for the Senate and clubs. that don’t match). Also, don’t be or by one of our fellow students. ing the broadcast. Now, The Cub interviews with candidates dur- While it may be a scary that one guy that just stands there This proved to be ineffective as Newscast has turned into an es- ing their campaign. There will thing for all you new freshman doing nothing the entire time. Go many students would not hear sential part of the school day with be surely be more additions this out there becuase it will be your out, have some fun, dance like important information regarding their own channel, the WCUB. 2011-2012 school year. Make sure very first high school dance, I a fool, and impress some ladies. extracurriculars. The Cub News- During the summer of to tune in during homeroom so strongly recommend you attend. Have fun and be safe freshman, cast provides a more compelling 2010, The Cub Newscast received you won’t miss any of the action. Not only does it help you make and everyone for that matter. Entertainment & Sports Hybrid Moments Proves A Success

Algimantas Janusis ‘12 ing that not just products make he wanted to open a record store, believes that his store has been to play. He informed me that Co-Entertainment Editor a store; it is also the dedication he said that “it’s just one of those a huge success. He explained “they’re a big musical influence and effort of the people involved, things where my day was nor- that with the current economic of mine as well as the music we nce the only inside and out, that provides the mally surrounded around listen- conditions that opening a record carry in the shop. Having a big Oway to hear music besides foundation of a successful record ing to music or playing it or flip- store is would not be very a high- band like that come all the way radio, vinyl records have been store. Opening any business is ping vinyls anyways. So it kind of profit kind of business, and was from New York to play at our passed by CDs, mp3 players, and nothing short of difficult in to- seemed like if I was going to open perfectly aware of those aspects small new shop was kind of a big iPods in terms of popularity. A day’s economic landscape, yet my own business, naturally it’d be from the beginning. “Luckily,” deal for us.” He said that it was re- he said, “we’ve been able to do ally cool to meet some guys who nothing but grow.” Success has have obviously played in some come with some of the changes crucial bands across the country. that he implemented since Hy- When I asked him about brid Moments opened. He feels what goes into picking releases that the store has just grown with at Hybrid Moments, he told me Photo: ferndale115.com Photo: what they have become. Hosting that the store only deals with a shows has become a bigger part handful of small distributors, of what the store does, and they not really dealing with any cor- now “focus a lot more on doing porate labels. He explained that live shows, as well as promot- “a lot of our stock aims for in- ing the sheer fact that we’re also die and punk and metal, and it’s a venue, not just a record shop. probably a half-and-half mix We’ve also been branching out of trying to keep up on what’s more; getting to be apart of more new coming out and trying to arts and art fairs and vendor- always keep up on the classics.” bender kind of places and what- Johnny has no regrets Hybrid Moments, located in Ferndale, appeals to both kids from the city as well as the suburbs. not.” Overall, he stated, the store about opening up Hybrid Mo- large majority of young people Hybrid Moments regularly has involved with records and such.” has shown positive growth since ments. There was no doubt in his today do not own record players people pouring into the store for With a laugh, Johnny con- he implemented these changes. voice that he is extremely pleased and have never heard the warm the genre-spanning live shows. tinued to tell me that an average He told me that his favor- with his venture when he told me pops and crackles of an album I sat down with the store’s day at Hybrid Moments is “pretty ite moment of having the shop his answer to whether he is per- spinning. The feel of wax between owner, Johnny, and dug more much mellow,” mainly consist- was when, after being open for sonally happy with everything one’s fingers has been replaced by into what the store was about. ing of hanging out and listening only two months, Ghastly City that’s going on with the store. “I clicking and dragging. Instead of The store opened in Au- to music pretty much. But he still Sleep from New York came definitely am. Definitely am.” flipping through a leaflet for lyr- gust 6, 2010 in Ferndale, a lo- Photo: Hybrid Moments ics and photos of the band, peo- cation he felt would be an ideal ple go online and search Google. in-between spot with the city ten Hybrid Moments is standing minutes down Woodward and against this tide of digital down- in the opposite direction Royal loading and removed disassocia- Oak, as well as the suburbs. He tion from music. Located in Fern- explained that he he really made dale on 9 mile and Woodward, sure his store markets for the kids this store serves not only as an in Detroit as wells as the suburbs. outlet for both old and new vi- Besides being a record store, nyl records, but is also a perfor- Johnny had some other goals in mance space for local and touring mind when opening the store. bands. As if this were not enough, He said that he “definitely knew Hybrid Moments also opened he wanted to really be part of the it shelves and walls for the sale scene locally by helping local of locally-crafted art, clothing artists out; offering consignment and books. A communal effort for art and clothing and crafts on behalf of the people running and pretty much anything locally the shop and contributing their handmade, and also besides just hand-made labors, Hybrid Mo- the records, also throwing the ments is a small business prov- live shows.” In regards to why A view of the vinyl records inside of Hybrid Moments. Hip-Hop At Its Purest: Watch the Throne

Jared McNeir ‘12 ness. However, after close ex- utes, Watch the Throne leaves the rawest. Because of this, more was released exclusively online Senior Class Editor amination the deep subject matter listener wanting more. Although acts may be inspired to release prior to be available in stores, the of the album becomes clear. On there are four bonus tracks, less traditional singles. Another album did not leak. More artists istory has “New Day” Ye and Jay trade vers- the fact remains that the album important effect of Watch the will surely follow this approach Hshown that when super- es about their unborn sons. The seems to be missing something. Throne is the defeat of the leak. in attempt to prevent bootlegging stars collaborate together, the song is tremendously personal In the grand scheme of Few anticipated albums in the last and pirating. So in short, Watch results are often mixed. While as both artist look reflectively on music today, Watch the Throne five years have been escape being the Throne is a great album that some duos work at complement- their failures, and their desires for is another great album from two illegal released online prior to the has affected music. What more ing each others flaw and creating their respective children to be bet- great artists. It is by no means album’s actual release date. How- can be expected from the two strength in numbers, other col- ter. Other stand-out songs include an “instant classic” but like most ever, because Watch the Throne, greatest rappers in music today? laborative efforts have fallen ex- “Murder to Excellence” in which albums, its legacy will grow Photo: tremely flat. Consequently, when

the artists talk on violence with- with time. However, the im- sunsetintherearview.com megastars Jay-Z and Kanye West in the African-American com- pact of Watch the Throne is far announced they were releasing a munity. Aside from some of the reaching for two main reasons. collaborative album, Watch the deeper tracks, Watch the Throne First, the untraditional mar- Throne, the anticipation was great. also includes more upbeat, flossy ket campaign showed that art- After numerous delays songs such as “Gotta Have It.” ists can still sell in the current the album finally released, along Lyrically, both Kanye and market without the assistance with a unique release strategy that Jay are sharp throughout the al- of pop singles. “Otis” a three- included a soul inspired single bum. Moreover, the production minute track that samples the “Otis” and exclusive iTunes on- features a blend of traditional late Otis Redding is very dif- line release to prevent bootleg- boom-bap hip-hop, soul inspired ferent from the lead singles of ging. On the surface, Watch the music and even more experimen- most other rap albums. Instead Throne is a twelve track album tal tracks. Perhaps the only short- of featuring a formulaic hook about two of the greatest artists coming of the album is length. and uninspired content, “Otis” ever flaunting about their great- Clocking in at less than fifty min- was hip-hop at its purest and The album cover for Watch the Throne.

Album Reviews, 7-8 The Incredible World of Sports, 11-12 Page 8 The Cub News, September 2011 Media & Culture Progressive Rock And Crimson King

Charlie Laviolette ‘12 to a piece of a bigger story that is sizers, and keyboards. With a full rock music from the simple chord King Crimson is said to Contributing Writer being told throughout the album. symphony of instruments behind progressions of the chart-toppers be the fathers of Progressive rock. As well, progressive musicians them, progressive bands began ex- into extraordinary compositions Their nineteen sixty-nine album i Cubs! My began moving away from the idea perimenting with time signatures that would tell the listener a story. In the Court of the Crimson King Hname is Charlie and I love of conventional instrumentation. other than the simple 4/4. All of Band of the is one of the very first progres- music. I listen to all types of mu- They began to use flutes, synthe- these changes really transformed Month: King Crimson sive rock albums. For a band that sic, from Rap/Hip-hop to Post- Photo: progarchives.com played in the same decade as Hardcore. My favorite type of the Beatles, King Crimson music is Progressive Rock. What was way ahead of their time. is progressive rock? I’ll tell you: On Crimson King no songs Genre of the are shorter than six minutes. Month: Progressive rock Each song has a very differ- Progressive Rock started ent tone to the one before it. in the late 60’s as a successful at- There are flutes, vocal - ef tempt to pull rock music out of fects, and long instrumen- the dregs of simple chord pro- tal parts. The opening track gressions onto a more meaningful “21st Century Schizoid and artful plain. The first bands to Man” oftentimes sounds like do this began playing at the end the theme to the old James of the 60’s. Bands such as King Bond movies before swing- Crimson, YES, and VAN DER ing back into the effect laced GRAAF GENERATOR were the vocals spouting social criti- frontrunners of this new move- cisms of the day, “innocents ment. They took their musical raped with napalm fire.” influences from music such as King Crimson is a great psychedelic rock, blues and jazz. band to get into if you really Progressive rock is categorized want to know what progres- by total disregard for the pop for- sive rock sounds like and a mula. The pop formula is: Verse + good gauge to see if you en- Chorus + Verse + chorus + Verse joy the genre. If you end up + chorus. Instead, progressive disliking King Crimson, do musicians began inserting musi- not take that as an indicator cal interludes between the vers- that you dislike all progres- es and many times completely sive rock as it has evolved cutting out the idea of a chorus. a long way. That also works These songs could and would be the other way, if you do like very long, some exceeding thirty King Crimson, that doesn’t minutes. Oftentimes the lyrics mean you will enjoy the mu- would tell a story, usually adding sic that has evolved from it. King Crimson became the founders of Progressive Rock with their album In the Court of Crimson King. Touché Amore’s Polished New Release Bolm comes out with dynamic teresting tracks that can keep the seem to have the same power and of Touché Amoré. It was lacking Morgan Adams ‘12 Contributing Writer screams that seem to perfectly fit listener guessing. However, since presence when compared to pre- in a few areas however. The mid- the tempo and impression of the the album is less guitar oriented, vious albums. Stand out tracks dle of the album can become a lbum: Parting song. The guitars work well in I finally have an excuse to talk would have to be “Condolences” little dull after a few listens espe- A The Sea Between Bright- unison and don’t vary too much about the outstanding drum work and “Method Act.” Lyrics, how- cially since it’s so short, and some ness And Me. Artist: Touché in the way of leads and melodies. by Elliot Babin. Often setting ever, have not at all deteriorated of the songs seem to be lacking Amoré. Overall Ratiung: 8/10 However, they do seem more ab- the mood and pace of the songs in quality. The same style of cap- in structure. However, lyrics and Sound: Parting The Sea sent when compared to other re- the drums are more noticeable tivating choruses and verses that the overall musical impression Between Brightness And Me leases. They take a backseat to the than in previous albums, espe- stick with you for days are fea- more than make up for any issues (PTSBBAM) is Touché Amoré’s overall melody of the songs, and cially in songs like “Crutch” and tured on PTSBBAM as in all other with individual songs. If I lost “Art Official.” The Photo: brooklynvegan.com drums also add a deeper level to the vocals, often fol- lowing the rhythm of the words rath- er than that of the music. 8/10 Photo: beyondvinyl.bigcartel.com Photo: Lyrics and Singing: The first thing anyone notic- es when listening to a Touché Amoré album is the vocals and lyrics. They are attention grabbing to say the least. Not quite screaming, not quite yelling, they are unique to the band and that is one of the many reasons why Tou- ché Amoré has such a devoted fan base. In To The Beat Of A Dead Horse the vocals were obviously the most important part of the album and it showed. On PTS- The album art for Parting The Sea Between Brightness And Me. BBAM the band PTSBBAM features vocals that were different from previous albums. . second full length album, their in the track “Condolences” aren’t seemed to take a different track, releases by Touché Amoré. The this album I would certainly buy first beingTo The Beat Of A Dead featured at all. When they are be- trying to make the sound of the lyrics can be moving or depress- it again. Also since this music and Horse, which was released in ing played, the music can go from whole band more in sync. While ing but always invoke an emotion- this particular fan base make for 2009. The album starts off with hard power chords to long melodic the quality of the instruments im- al reaction from the listener. 8/10 a great show I would highly rec- a fast paced yet melodic track verses very quickly and with little proved the vocals did seem to be Impression: The total al- ommend seeing Touché Amoré named “Tilde.” Vocalist Jeremy transition, providing for some in- somewhat lacking. Jeremy didn’t bum was a strong effort of the part next time they are in town. 8/10 The Cub News, September 2011 Page 9 Media & Culture The Trip Of A Lifetime To China

Mathhew LoPrete ‘13 unique, and every day brought United States. China has truly from what I’ve seen, they al- Law School alumnus. He has told Staff Writer a new lesson from amazing embraced the Western culture, and most like Western Culture better. me many times to have a goal and people who have seen it all. it is flourishing. It’s hard to be- Then there’s Lijiang, Mon- just go after it. That’s how he’s hat did I do Be open to the world: lieve the communist party is still golia and the rural towns along gotten to where he is today. He Wthis summer? Well, I Going to China, Mongo- in power there. China’s develop- the Yangtze River. The people has no fear, it seems. He wanted had the privilege of traveling to lia, and Tibet showed me how ment is proving that the whole here are still living in old times. to be a lawyer, so he chased his China, Mongolia, and Tibet with different, yet similar the world world is on it’s way to becoming Their houses may look different, dream. He saw himself living on my 82 year old Grandfather. How is. We started in Mongolia, in its one gigantic capitalist economy. but they survive the same way a lake, so he built a house right

many times do you hear that come capital Ulaanbaatar. We went to Photo: Matthew LoPrete ‘13 out of a 16 year old’s mouth? I am a Mongolian history museum, extremely lucky to have gone on which was very interesting, and this trip. Trust me, I know, just saw a gigantic statue of Geng- about every single adult I talk to his Khan, amongst other things, says to me, “what an opportunity, and departed to the Gobi Des- especially at your age. You are a ert in a couple of days. There lucky man.” It’s not a good expe- I got to ride a camel and live in rience, though, if you don’t em- a yurt, literally in the middle of brace it and learn from it. I have nowhere as there was no sign learned three very important life of civilization anywhere from lessons on this trip of a lifetime. where we stayed. After a week Respect your elders: in Mongolia, we went to Bei- The trip was with Van- jing and saw all the typical tour- tage, a travel agency, which ist sights such as the Great Wall means I was with 20 other old of China, Tiananmen Square, men and women (or as my grand- the Forbidden City, which never pa would say, 20 other “experi- ceased to amaze me, and the enced” men and women). You Temple of Heaven. Then it might think this might have was off to Tibet, the roof of the zapped the fun out of it, seeing world, home to the most pious only Asians and elderly couples Buddhists in Aisa, a rigid Chi- every single day for a month nese army keeping everything and no one else. However, these in order, and the stunning Pa- people were extremely interest- tola Palace. Our next stop was ing, and I learned a lot from them. Cheng Du, home to the Panda There was the typical and very spicy Sichuan food. couple, retired and now spend- We saw what China used to look ing their money, but then there like in the old city of Lijiang, was also the photographer who which had endless blocks of tra- has been to 205 countries and ditional Chinese buildings, and has taught me great lessons about we spent two nights in Shangri- photography. There was the re- La, a small Chinese town near tired history teacher, who told Tibet, renamed after the village Matt LoPrete ‘13 and his grandpa in China. me everything I needed to know in the famous movie. After that We of course were also any westerner might have before then and there. He has aimed to about the history of certain places we went to Xi’an, where we saw able to learn about the exotic modernization. They farm, hunt, see the world, so he has done just we visited. There was the man the astounding Terracotta Army, culture of China and Mongolia. and have families the same way that, even at the age of 82. Even in who took the brand name labels the city wall, and Wild Goose Pa- We learned about the history of here, halfway around the world. Tibet he showed off his ambition off of everything because he be- goda. We went on a small cruise the places we visited, saw in- Only seeing the world in person to me, climbing 400 steps in the lieves he should not pay for some- down the Yangtze River, and end- tricate artwork, ate food, even really lets one realize we’re all thin Tibetan air up to the Patola thing with his hard earned money, ed out trip in Shanghai. We man- when we sometimes didn’t know humans, no more, no less, but Palace. He is truly an inspiration. only to advertise it. There was the aged to have countless experienc- what we were eating, and visited just different and also similar. The world is such an Grandpa who told jokes every two es in ten locations in only a month. the homes of Mongolians, Ti- Be a Risk Taker – amazing place, and so is life, if seconds, some being funny, oth- China was opened to the betans, and Chinese to see how Live Life to the Fullest: you want it that way. As we end ers not, and there was the couple world only 30 years ago. Now, they’re living today. Most of all, The only way I was able our childhood and think about from New Jersey who sent their after rapid development, it is the we immersed ourselves in the to go on this trip is because of the the future, think about my Grand- children to Harvard and Yale. second largest economy in the culture of Chinese and Mongo- life my Grandpa has led. He’s a pa, and just live it up. Maybe I found everyone on the world. Every big city in China lian daily life. They have found successful lawyer, still practic- one day you can take your own trip to be very interesting and looks just like a big city in the a unique way of living, only, ing, and a University of Michigan grandchildren around the world. The Cultural Effects Of The Hangover

Hank Greening ‘12 four friends who go to Las Vegas The movie was a smash- ing comedy ever on DVD and The movie was so popular that Staff Writer to have a bachelor party and wake hit and had critics raving. The Blu-ray. There was no doubt that it prompted a sequel. The plot, up the next morning dazed and Hangover ended 2009 as the tenth The Hangover would be a movie characters, and script was nearly n June 5, 2009, confused as well as missing the highest grossing film of the year, that would define a generation. identical to the original, yet the Othe comedy movie indus- groom. The remaining three try to but its influence went far beyond Because of the film’s movie still set records for its fi- try was changed forever. That retrace their steps from the night that. Soon every man, woman, success, the R-rated movie in- nancial success. The Hangover was the day that The Hangover before, which includes a run- and child was quoting lines and dustry has been revitalized and and its sequel The Hangover 2 first hit the big screen. It wasa in with boxing champion Mike scenes. When the movie went to is hotter than ever. It seems that will continue to be quoted for breath of fresh air for a genre that Tyson and an unmerciful high- the small screen, it was obvious every blockbuster comedy is years to come and will be remem- seemed full of outdated and un- roller, in order to get their friend that it would have a long lasting now rated R so that it can draw bered as the movie that brought original ideas. The story follows back in time for his wedding. effect, as it became the best sell- comparison to The Hangover. raunchy comedies back to life. Photo: dexcomm.com

The Hangover will continue to have an enormous impact over the movie industry for many years to come. Page 10 The Cub News, September 2011 Fun & Activities James Schena ‘12 Pop Culture Grid Co-Entertainment Editor

Thoughts on upcoming Opinion of Watch the Did you cry during Harry Pretty Little Liars or Gos- Favorite summer movie? year? Throne. Potter 7 Part 2? sip Girl?

I’m hopeful that I’ll do It was great I listen to it I didnt see it. I stopped Ray Buford Neither, it’s all about Jer- good in school and on the every morning way better The Planet Of The Apes. watching after the third ‘15 sey Shore. football field. than Tha Carter 4. movie.

Tommy Apap Jack Johnson is where it’s I will never watch Harry Definitely Pretty Little Pumped. Not Harry Potter. ‘14 at. Potter. Liars.

“Got a secret. Can you keep it? Swear this one you’ll save. Charlie Hall Imma answer this question Definitely a tie between Why doesn’t Voldemort Physics is going to kill me. Better lock it, in your ‘13 but... The Smurfs and Spy Kids 4. have a nose? pocket. Taking this one to the grave.”

Brian Cleary X-Men: First Class…real Suh-per. Saucy. Of course. Spongebob. ‘12 talk.

Excited, and happy to be Embarrassingly, the only Pretty Little Liars, I know Mr. Wooters Haven’t heard it. No. here. movie I saw was HP7. someone in the cast…Ezra.

As long as there’s no earth- No, because I didn’t see Brother Boyton 7. The Slicing of Susan. The Dukes of Hazzard quake, I’m happy. them.

2011-2012 Editorial Staff

Michael Ponkowski ‘12 Mitch Gaynier ‘13 Editor-in-Chief Co-Sports Editor

Conrad Kovalcik ‘13 Dylan Demkovicz ‘13 Layout Editor Co-Sports Editor

Nick Bergeman ‘12 Algimantas Janusis ‘12 Co-Managing Editor Co-Entertainment Editor

Nick Norton ‘12 James Schena ‘12 Co-Managing Editor Co-Entertainment Editor

Ken O’Brien ‘12 Jacob Castle ‘13 Co-Managing Editor Academy Managing Co-Editor

Rory Philbrick ‘13 Danny Paglia ‘13 Co-Copy Editor Academy Managing Co-Editor

Logan Pratt ‘13 Jared McNeir ‘12 Co-Copy Editor Senior Class Editor James’s Fun Facts Joseph Reinhard ‘13 Luke Goode ‘13 Peanuts are one of the ingredients in dynamite. Co-Copy Editor Junior Class Co-Editor

Stephen Huber ‘13 Greg McMurtry ‘13 Oil tycoon, John D. Rockefeller, was the world’s first billionaire. Photo Editor Junior Class Co-Editor Jellyfish as a species are actually older than dinosaurs and sharks. Tim Devine ‘13 Johnny Baker ‘14 Co-News Editor Sophomore Class Editor Babies cry but they don’t produce tears until one to three months after birth. Sai Nimagadda ‘14 Nathan Sier ‘15 Co-News Editor Freshman Class Editor Right-handed people live, on average, nine years longer than left-handed people. The Cub News, September 2011 Page 11 Sports Tigers On Their Way To The Playoffs?

Mitch Gaynier ‘13 There is absolutely no Sherzer has been a solid number been a perfect 34 of 34 in save op- ly. Everyone knew Alex Avila Co-Sports Editor denying that the Tigers would two starter, with twelve wins and portunities, breaking the franchise would be a solid fielding catcher not be sitting atop the division a respectable ERA, but after him, record for consecutive saves. coming into the season, but he s summer vaca- without the pure domination of the Tigers’ rotation can be some- Any inconsistency in the has proven to be the best hitter Ation ends, the hometown Justin Verlander. He is at the what unreliable. Rick Porcello pitching staff has had minimal at his position in all of baseball. Tigers are entering the final quar- center of the American League and Brad Penny have both had consequence, because the Tigers It’s hard not to notice that ter of professional baseball’s mar- Cy Young conversation, leading their struggles lately, and the fi- have been one of the best hit- the Tigers have been hampered athon season. Throughout the past the majors in wins, strikeouts, nal place in the rotation has gone ting teams in baseball. They are by the poor performance of vet- few years, the team has faded out WHIP, and is second in ERA. back and forth between a handful fourth in batting average, ninth erans lately, especially Mag- of focus for many Detroit sports Some even wonder if he could of pitchers. In early August, the in runs, sixth in on-base-percent- glio Ordoñez and Brandon Inge, fans in August and September, become the first pitcher to win Tigers found a regular starter to age, and eighth in slugging per- who have struggled to recover who have turned their attention the MVP award since 1992. Ver- fill the number five spot, acquir- centage. To nobody’s surprise, from injuries. Fortunately, the to the upcoming football season. lander recorded his second no- ing Doug Fister from Seattle. His Miguel Cabrera has anchored the organization noticed also. They The Tigers have only provided hitter earlier this year, and had 4-13 record is alarming, but in his lineup, leading the team in every brought in Wilson Betemit from reassurance for these lost follow- Photo: mlive.com the Royals to play third base, ers, relinquishing a division lead and traded for Delmon Young, at the All-Star break and failing an outfielder from the Twins. to make the playoffs in each of Tigers’ manager Jim Ley- the last four seasons. Many peo- land spoke on Magglio’s fu- ple are probably asking, “Why ture role when he was asked should this season end different- about the acquisition. “It ly?” My simple answer: because won’t be the steady playing this Detroit ball club is better. time that he’s had over his As of August 18, the Ti- career, obviously, which was gers held two game lead over explained to him.” The team the Cleveland Indians in the me- is not giving up on the fan- diocre American League Cen- favorite, but is improving its tral. The Chicago White Sox chances to make a playoff run. are still in the hunt, only three I bring myself to the burn- games back. Barring a miracle, ing question. Will the Tigers The Minnesota Twins and Kansas relive recent history and choke City Royals are out of contention, with a division lead in August, both trailing by at least 10 games. or will they grind it out in the The division race is heat- final months and win the divi- ing up. Out of their 39 remaining sion? The pieces to solving the games, the Tigers will play divi- playoff puzzle are in place, and sion rivals in 27 of them. They Justin Verlander is a key player that has helped Tigers be successful this year. the team is in control of its own will face the Indians nine more two other bids of at least seven defense, he has an exceptional major hitting category. However, destiny. If they make the playoffs, times, and play the White Sox innings. He has won his last six 3.59 ERA which has been nulli- few Tigers’ fans expected off-sea- winning the American League six more times before the regu- appearances, and can be counted fied since he has been given the son acquisitions Victor Martinez pennant and making it to the lar season ends on September on to deliver a quality start ev- worst run support of any pitcher and Jhonny Peralta to hit the ball World Series will be a challenge, 28. These contests will no doubt ery time he steps on the mound. in the majors. The Tigers have as well as they have, ranking fifth though. We can only hope that have a critical impact on the fi- Unfortunately, Justin not been disappointed by their and tenth in the American League these Tigers have the resiliency nal standing in the A.L. Central. can’t pitch every game. Max closer, Jose Valverde. He has in batting average, respective- and the fortitude to defy all odds. Big Ten Adjusts To New Format Photo: snotap.blogspot.com Ryan Keast ‘13 State. By adding a championship of computers figuring everything Contributing Writer game, this will allow the actual out. It was a no-brainer for Com- play of each team to decide who missioner Jim Delany to make he addition of wins the conference instead of this change because it lets the TUniversity of Nebraska- the BCS rankings deciding. Most teams control their own destiny. Lincoln as the twelfth team to the conferences such as the SEC, Big There are 5 Big Ten teams Big Ten conference has caused a 12, Pac 12 (formerly Pac 10), and nationally ranked in the preseason much needed adjustment to the ACC have championships in this Top 25, which should make for a format of the league. Last year, same format. This change is a great year of competitive football. the regular season ended with step in the right direction for col- Delany has used the addition of a three way tie for the Big Ten lege football in general and could the Nebraska Cornhuskers to cre- championship between Wiscon- lead to an eventual playoff for the ate two divisions; the Legends di- sin, Ohio State, and Michigan national championship instead vision, and the Leaders division. Each team will play all 5 teams in their division along with 3 games against teams in the other division. Delany is also push- Photo: justcoverblog.com Photo: ing to add a ninth con- ference game in the 2017 schedule. At the end of the season, the Wisconsin Badgers are a favorite to win the Leaders division. teams with the best re- cord in each division Badgers, led by an always great ranking in the division. Close will play each other running game from Monte Ball behind, however, is newcomer for the Big Ten title. and James White. Ohio State is Nebraska led by sophomore quar- The divisions are also looking to be a solid team terback Taylor Martinez, who as follows. In Leg- despite the resignation of long- showed glimpses of stardom ends are Michigan, time coach Jim Tressel and the last year that could terrorize Big Michigan State, Iowa, decision by former quarterback Ten defenses through the air. Al- Nebraska, Minne- Terelle Pryor to forgo his senior though they have struggled in sota, Northwestern; season. However, living legend recent years, the Michigan Wol- in Leaders are Ohio Joe Paterno has also put together verines hope new coach Brady State, Indiana, Il- a great ball team for Penn State Hoke can develop Denard Rob- linois, Penn State, with their only issue in finding a inson into a pass-first quarterback Purdue, Wisconsin. stable quarterback. The Legends and become a dual threat that Preseason favorite to division doesn’t have an obvi- will take a great defense to stop. take home the Lead- ous favorite yet, but with Mark With the new format ers division champi- Dantonio’s Spartans keeping the in the Big Ten, anything could onship is without a core of their 11-2 team last year, happen and it should be a joy doubt the Wisconsin they have the highest preseason to watch for years to come. Michigan State has the highest preseason ranking for the Legends division. Page 12 The Cub News, September 2011 Sports Coach Kocsis Tells Cubs To Commit Photo: U of D Stock Dylan Demkovicz ‘13 three seasons at one point. Last thing I have wanted to do Co-Sports Editor season, his team went an impres- for a long time. It is a spe- sive 11-1. The hope is that Coach cial opportunity to be a part ell Cubs, the Kocsis can help the Cub football of a school like U of D that Wreplacement has been team with a similar improve- has been here for 134 years found. Mr. Nicholas Kocsis, a for- ment, though the Cubs have just as of this year and still have mer coach at Zeeland East High missed the playoffs by one game the chance to build some- School, has been hired as U of D’s in each of the last two seasons. thing great.” It appears that new athletic director. Mr. Koc- Coach Kocsis jumped at by “building something sis was a member of the coach- the opportunity to be the new ath- great,”Coach Kocsis plans ing staff which turned around letic director here at “the High.” to change the mentality of the football program at Zeeland When asked why U of D was so Cub athletics. He intends East, which won one game in appealing, he said “This is some- to have the U of D teams worry about only them- selves and not focus on what other teams are doing. “We have to be ourselves. When we are The Cub News Stock The Cub News successful we will do

Photo: Photo: it the U of D way and people will take notice.” Kocsis also fits in well at “the High” be- Mr. Kocsis tells Cub they have to committ to be successful. cause of his academic background. As every stu- “Athletics are not an extracur- care about their team’s success. dent knows, U of D stresses ricular activity. They are another This does not just mean working academics, something Coach classroom and require a commit- hard in practice. This includes Kocsis is very familiar with. ment just like any other class if working out in the offseason and He taught AP European Histo- you are going to be successful.” players putting time in when no- ry, World History, US History, Mr. Kocsis appears to be body is forcing them to. There will Government, among other a wonderful fit for the position of not be any major changes made, subjects and understands the athletic director and the future of and Coach Kocsis plans to focus need for academics to come our sports teams looks promising. “on the way we train our athletes, first. However, that does Along with winning, Kocsis’ goal how we use our facilities, and not mean Cubs should give is to create an atmosphere of com- the way we brand who we are.” any less than one hundred mitment where all members of There is a new mindset for Cub percent on the field as well. every team are fully engaged and sports, and the future looks bright. Mr. Koscic jumped at the opportunity to lead here at U of D. A Promising Year For Cross Country Photo: Danny Paglia ‘13 the Ludington State Park. To join thirteen miles a giv- Danny Paglia ‘13 Co-Academy Editor these runners in the activities were en day, cross coun- Coach Joseph Beldyga and As- try runners have to t is August again, sistant Coach Cyril Pinchak S.J. do several strength- Iand the U of D Jesuit Cross Also, Mr. Piepzowski brought ening workouts, Country team is preparing for an- his boat up to the cabin dur- including sprint- other year of racing. The team ing the second half of the week. ing up hills for leg has high hopes for this year as Only a few days after strength, core and three All-Catholic runners, Ste- camp ended, practices began as back stretches, and phen Fabian ’12, Isaac Piepzows- several runners began to train for pushups, all with the hopes of a great goal, to run as hard as one can at the meets in the coming months. The first meet that will be held this Photo: Danny Paglia ‘13 Paglia Danny Photo: year takes place in Dewitt, Michigan, which is near Lan- sing, Michigan. Last year at this meet, the Michigan Catholic Invitational, mul- Many upperclassmen return to lead the Cub runners. tiple varsity runners received the West Bloomfield Invitational, as well as their own running abili- medals at this race and the team which is the Kensington Metro ties. Captain Isaac Piepzowski hopes to continue to have success. Park. U of D Jesuit should have ’12 states, “Looking back on the There were some changes difficult competition at the Cath- amount of work the team put in from last year’s season in terms of olic League Championship, espe- this summer and the positive at- scheduling. First of all, the Cath- cially Brother Rice, who will be titudes we possess going into the The Cubs enjoy the sandy areas at Ludington State Park. olic League Championship meet the team to beat in order to achieve season, there is no doubt this team will most likely no longer be held the title of Catholic League can compete for the Catholic ki ’12, and Jack Dolan ’13, will the upcoming year. Cross Coun- at Stony Creek Metro Park. In- Champions. However, many run- League Championship and make be returning. In addition, Fabian try training is not simply limited stead, the Catholic League Cham- ners on the U of D Jesuit Cross a good showing at states.” U of went All-State last year, the first to running however. Instead, in pionship is likely to be held at the Country team have large amounts D’s Cross Country team has also time this has been done by a ju- addition to running from three to same course that also is the site of of confidence in their teammates changed regions this year, return- nior since 1988, and he, along ing to Metro Beach for its Re- with Piepzowski and Dolan, were gional Meet at the end of October. given All-County honors last year As the cross country sea- at the Wayne County Invitational. son begins to kick into full gear, These three all spent much of their the whole team is continuing to summer running and training for work hard. However, everyone Photo: Danny Paglia ‘13 Paglia Danny Photo: this year, and they were accompa- one the team seems to be hav- nied to the annual U of D cross ing tons of fun. Overall, the U country camp by Tommy Fabian of D Jesuit Cross Country Team ’14, Phillip Devoe ’13, Nick Sa- is looking forward to an exciting lomon ’13, and Danny Paglia ’13. and promising year filled with These harriers ran very well at high achievements at meets, as camp, but also had a very enjoy- well as great team chemistry that able experience going to different has been present and visible since places in the northwestern section the beginning of the summer. of the lower peninsula, such as Hopes are high for the 2011 cross country team.