Flyer News, Vol. 62, No. 13

TUESDAY, DEC. 9, 2014 NEWS // KU begins serving Chinese A&E // Harlem Globetrotters to play OPINIONS // Laws governing SPORTS // Dayton volleyball VOL. 62 NO. 13 food, pg. 4. 15th consecutive New Year’s Eve in police need to be changed, pg. 10. falls to No. 5 Penn State, pg. 15. Dayton, pg. 8.

Carolyn Benckart and Carolyn Wahlen set up for Christmas FLYER NEWS on Campus. UD community CHRISTMAS ON CAMPUS: responds to racial issues OR at Ferguson NICE? teach-in

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STAFF REPORT Sophomore education major the students nor the children ben- ‘oh, I’m doing this great, charita- Art Street Studio B hosted a teach- Danielle Tout, who went to the efit from it and five percent do not ble thing’ and don’t realize that it in Friday, following the events that UDSAP House in Salyersville, care or use the day for other pur- really is a reciprocal relationship,” transpired in Ferguson, Missouri, Kentucky, for a fall service-learn- poses. she said. earlier this year. For 51 years, the University of ing break-out said, “Christmas on Poe said that this mentality is The event was planned after the Dayton has celebrated Christmas Campus is the best example of a QUESTIONING TRADITION most often applied to service that mass response to the St. Louis Coun- on Campus. Each year, on the feast service-learning project in the English professor Tom Morgan involves working with children. ty grand jury’s decision to not indict of the Immaculate Conception, Dayton community.” said that while the event may be “Notions of the church’s role police officer Darren Wilson after students from Dayton city schools Student Government Associa- very well intended, he’s not sure in uplifting the community some- the shooting of 18-year-old Michael are “buddied up” with a UD stu- tion Director of Campus Unity Ian it accomplishes the social justice times gets enacted paternalisti- Brown, according to the official flyer dent and brought to campus, Edgley, a junior political science work that some participants may cally rather than in an equitable for the event. where they participate in games major, said he and his committee think. manner,” Morgan said. “Being The event allowed students to and activities for the evening. work to “promote the Marianist “It’s one day on campus,” Mor- socially empowered or possessing learn about the event itself and The COC committee works year- values of inclusivity and commu- gan said. “It makes me wonder the economic privilege to want other topics relating to it. Students round to prepare this event, during nity on campus.” about the other 364 days in the to help means you’re oftentimes were able to express their opinions which 1,300 students are bussed to Although Edgley said the event lives of both sets of people here. financially better off than the and reflections on the situation in a campus. They partner with many comes from “good intentions,” it Do the other days actually balance people you’re helping. How do you welcoming environment. other student groups that organize can’t be a one day event. the one?” break the class distinctions?” Topics covered during the event events on campus for the children “A more time-intensive pro- He said he questions the overall “Just in general as a society, we ranged from an overview of recent to attend. gram needs to be implemented. effectiveness of the event in the have sort of a condescending view events and historical background, to Co-directors of COC, Lauren I don’t think it would get a lot of context of society as a whole – but, of kids-- that they don’t have much the media and art surrounding the McNamara, a senior accounting support,” he said. “Frankly, I don’t more specifically, within the con- to teach us, but that they need to black body. major and Alec Wade, a senior ed- think students would want to ven- text of Marianist values that the learn from us. My favorite moment Presenters included Danielle Poe ucation major, participated in the ture outside the UD bubble.” university maintains. is, in classes, when there are these of the philosophy department, Glen- event their first year on campus When viewed through the lens “A lot of time, money and effort ‘a ha’ moments, and somebody na Jennings of the arts and design and have been on the COC commit- of a service-learning project, the goes into it – but are the long-term realizes ‘that kid has experienc- department and Amaha Sellassie of tee for the past three years. question that presents itself is benefits of that day justified by es and a perspective that I never the Ohio Students Association. “It’s a night when we know ev- this: How valuable is it for UD the efforts and expense put into would have discovered if I hadn’t The studio was filled to capac- erything’s not going to be perfect,” students to give children from the it?” he said. “Not to be cynical… been here working with that stu- ity, and sometimes over capacity, McNamara said, “but the atmo- Dayton area one night of holiday but it allows students to feel very dent.’ So, having that sense of reci- throughout the four-hour teach-in sphere is perfect.” cheer? In recent years, some com- good about themselves for the rest procity I think is the ideal service presentation. munity members have called into of the year. But what does it do to experience.” Students, faculty and citizens WHAT STUDENTS SAY question the common perception change the material conditions or For students who use Christmas interested in the event were able Students, faculty and alumni of COC as a service-learning proj- the experiences of the child be- on Campus as their service-learn- to talk about past experiences and treasure this “wonderful tradi- ect. sides that one day? If it’s not built ing, Poe said in her experience she they were able to reflect on others’ tion,” sophomore English major Flyer News conducted a poll via to address actual change, then it has not had good luck. stories. Grace Hagan said, that extends social media to gauge how students seems to be…touristic, rather than “I find it difficult because Several University of Dayton stu- UD’s community to the greater felt about this, with 78 percent of community-based change.” there’s not a context for the pair- dents responded to the event in a Dayton area for a night. 195 students voting that both the Philosophy professor Danielle ing between UD students and the positive fashion, and thought it was “It’s a fun-filled day, but before UD students and the Dayton chil- Poe said that she stresses in class students who come from all over important to the community to have we know it it’s over,” Hagan said. dren benefit equally from it. that the student who is doing the Dayton on campus,” Poe said. this event. “It’s complicated, though, because Three percent voted the stu- service is learning more from the I understand that we don’t want to dents benefit significantly more experience than from what they’re build the kids’ hopes up with the from it, 12 percent voted the chil- giving. promising of an extended/ongoing dren benefit significantly more “My primary concern is that relationship.” from it, two percent voted neither too often we go into these thinking See COC, pg. 5 See TEACH, pg. 4

FOLLOW @FLYERNEWS ON TWITTER FOR MORE UPDATES ON CAMPUS, LOCAL, NATIONAL AND WORLD NEWS 2 NEWS NEWS 3 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com CAMPUS AUTHOR DISCUSSES HOLY LAND ALUMNI ARE COMING TO TOWN Journalist and author of “Against Our Bet- Santa is coming to UD for alumni and ter Judgment: The hidden history of how their families Saturday from 9:30 a.m. the U.S. was used to create Israel” Allison to noon in the River Campus Cafeteria, Weir will speak about U.S.-Israeli rela- 1700 S. Patterson Blvd. Bring unwrapped tions Wednesday at 7 p.m., in Sears Re- toys to donate to Toys for Tots. The cost N cital Hall. Weir has presented nearly 300 is $9 for adults and $6 for children. times at places across the U.S., includ- Source: udayton.edu ing Capitol Hill and Harvard Law School, and has been nationally broadcasted SECRETS, SECRETS ARE NO FUN on C-Span. The talk is free and Middle From Thursday to Friday, Kettering Labs Eastern refreshments will be served. will host the Innovation Center’s Cap- Source: Dec. 4 press release stone Design Symposium. Some presentations will be restricted to employees of • Full-Time and Internships available – open to any major! DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR certain companies and UD students • FREE On-site Fitness Center and Sports Leagues. Robert Jones and Patrick Reynolds will and faculty. Those attending these pre- conduct the choral and orchestra holi- sentations must sign a nondisclosure • On-site Dining Facility and Health Clinic. day concert Wednesday at 8 p.m. The agreement. Anyone can attend, but a event is free. For more information, visit • Opportunities available in: The World Music Choir performs in Sears Recital Hall Sunday. Chris Santucci/Photo Editor sponsor most approve before the event. www.udayton.edu/artssciences/music. Source: udayton.edu Customer Support, Marketing, Sales, Technical and more. Source: udayton.edu NATION LOCAL Apply today: reyrey.com/careers LEAVE BARACK ALONE CHIMP DECLARED NOT HUMAN BLACK LIVES MATTER OHIO PASSES COOL BILL SOMETHING SMELLS FUNNY In a question-and-answer session Fri- The New York appeals court ruled Cameron Tillman, a high school first The Ohio Senate unanimously passed After employees and shoppers smelled day, Hillary Clinton defended President Thursday that 40-year-old Tommy, a year with a 3.7 GPA, was shot four a bill Dec. 2 to allow outdoor drink- a burning order and power turned off at Obama’s decision to continue peace chimpanzee, would not be freed from times and killed by a Houma, Louisiana, ing in designated areas. If this bill is the Kroger in Sugarcreek Twp., the store CONNECT WITH US: police deputy six weeks after Darren enacted into law, 15 cities and town- was evacuated. When firefighters arrived, [email protected] talks with Iran regarding its nuclear pro- captivity and would not be considered gram, calling for toughness in the talks. a legal person. The judge of the case Wilson killed Michael Brown. The inves- ships –which would include the Oregon they did not see signs of fire or smoke. “No deal is better than a bad deal,” Clin- said in his decision that a chimp “can- tigation is ongoing, but the other boys District--would be eligible to create out- Source: WHIO ton said. She also supported the Obama not bear any legal duties.” The Nonhu- who were present that day said they door drinking areas, where adults could administration’s stance with Israel. man Rights Project that brought the have yet to be interviewed. Unlike Fer- purchase alcoholic beverages and walk TRIAL OVER MACHINE GUN STARTS Source: CNN case to court said it would appeal. guson, Missouri, the city isn’t teeming around with open containers of alcohol. Former Green County Sheriff’s ma- Source: BBC with protests; there is just a memorial Source: WHIO jor Eric Spicer, who was accused in DEER BREAKS AND ENTERS outside the house where he was killed. March of illegally obtaining a machine A New Jersey woman was cooking sweet ‘BULLS-EYE’ Source: BBC YOU SUCK AT PEDDLING METH gun, went to trial in Dayton’s U.S. Dis- potatoes Saturday when she realized a Nasa’s Orion crew capsule, as commen- A 22-year-old man was arrested Satur- trict Court Sunday. Spicer also faces THE DOG ATE MY TORTURE REPORTS deer was running down the hallway. The tators on the space agency’s TV channel day evening for multiple felony charges, six other charges, including falsely rep- deer then walked around the home and said, made a “bulls-eye” splashdown A Senate report accusing the CIA including possession of methamphet- resenting a department agency of the entered her bathroom. After locking the into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of of using banned torture techniques, amine. The man also was charged with U.S. and lying during the purchase of door and calling police, officers got into a Mexico. Although the trial run did not which was to be released to the pub- resisting law enforcement and not hav- a firearm. Six of the charges would re- tussle with the animal until they captured include humans in the Orion, the space lic next week, is meeting opposition by ing a driver’s license. The police pursuit sult in maximum sentences of 10 years and released it. Officials said the deer vessel is designed to transport hu- White House officials, and its release of the man ended in New Paris, Ohio. each in prison and a $250,000 fine. must have really wanted to get inside the mans beyond the space station (that’s could be delayed. However, a White Source: WHIO Source: Dayton Daily News house. Source: Dayton Daily News right, to take humans to the Moon). House official said President Obama Source: BBC wants it released as soon as possible. #takeUDhome Source: Aljazeera // WORLD SUDOKU DIFFICULTY HARD JEWISH FESTIVAL IN JEW-LESS PLACE BACKSTREET’S BACK YOU CAN CALL ME RUBY None of the 50,000 citizens in Kutno, Gravitas Ventures has purchased the Typhoon Hagupit, or what locals in the Poland, are Jewish; however, Kutno, Po- rights to “Backstreet Boys: Show ‘Em Philippines call Ruby, has forced millions During winter break, we want YOU land, stages one of the grandest Jewish What You’re Made Of,” the documentary out of their homes. Three have died, but festivals in the world. The town has cel- of the bestselling boy band in history. the storm shouldn’t reach last year’s ty- ebrated Jewish culture since 1993, in The film stars the original members: Nick phoon Haiyan, which killed thousands. to share your UD pride with the world. part to remember the loss of the city’s Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, AJ This is the country’s largest peacetime Jewish artisans after the Holocaust. McLean and Kevin Richardson. The inter- evacuation in history. As of Sunday, Source: BBC national release starts Feb. 26. Source: the storm has begun to die down. Before you go home, stop by the Albert Variety magazine Source: BBC Emanuel Hall lobby and pick up two UD AL-QAEDA KILLS TWO HOSTAGES T-shirts. Over break, wear one shirt to In a failed rescue attempt Satur- PROBLEMS IN PAKISTAN your high school and give the other shirt day ordered by President Obama, an U.S. Military officials confirmed the to a current student, teacher, counselor American photojournalist and a South “transferred custody” of three Pakistanis or principal. African teacher hostage to Al-Qaeda to Pakistan by the U.S. from Afghani- in Yemen were killed. Al-Qaeda posted stan. The group of three reportedly in- Then take a creative photo that highlights a video threatening to kill the photo- cludes the second-in-command to the your T-shirts and share it on Instagram or journalist, Luke Somers, which incited former Taliban chief, who was killed the second attempt to extricate the in a U.S. drone strike last year. Paki- Twitter using #takeUDhome. Prizes will two hostages. “[Somers’ family’s] de- stani officials have, however, confirmed be awarded for the most creative photos. spair and sorrow at this time,” Presi- this commander has been released. dent Obama said, “are beyond words.” Source: BBC Source: Aljazeera Solution to Issue 12 sudoku 2 NEWS NEWS 3 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com CAMPUS AUTHOR DISCUSSES HOLY LAND ALUMNI ARE COMING TO TOWN Journalist and author of “Against Our Bet- Santa is coming to UD for alumni and ter Judgment: The hidden history of how their families Saturday from 9:30 a.m. the U.S. was used to create Israel” Allison to noon in the River Campus Cafeteria, Weir will speak about U.S.-Israeli rela- 1700 S. Patterson Blvd. Bring unwrapped tions Wednesday at 7 p.m., in Sears Re- toys to donate to Toys for Tots. The cost N cital Hall. Weir has presented nearly 300 is $9 for adults and $6 for children. times at places across the U.S., includ- Source: udayton.edu ing Capitol Hill and Harvard Law School, and has been nationally broadcasted SECRETS, SECRETS ARE NO FUN on C-Span. The talk is free and Middle From Thursday to Friday, Kettering Labs Eastern refreshments will be served. will host the Innovation Center’s Cap- Source: Dec. 4 press release stone Design Symposium. Some presentations will be restricted to employees of • Full-Time and Internships available – open to any major! DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR certain companies and UD students • FREE On-site Fitness Center and Sports Leagues. Robert Jones and Patrick Reynolds will and faculty. Those attending these pre- conduct the choral and orchestra holi- sentations must sign a nondisclosure • On-site Dining Facility and Health Clinic. day concert Wednesday at 8 p.m. The agreement. Anyone can attend, but a event is free. For more information, visit • Opportunities available in: The World Music Choir performs in Sears Recital Hall Sunday. Chris Santucci/Photo Editor sponsor most approve before the event. www.udayton.edu/artssciences/music. Source: udayton.edu Customer Support, Marketing, Sales, Technical and more. Source: udayton.edu NATION LOCAL Apply today: reyrey.com/careers LEAVE BARACK ALONE CHIMP DECLARED NOT HUMAN BLACK LIVES MATTER OHIO PASSES COOL BILL SOMETHING SMELLS FUNNY In a question-and-answer session Fri- The New York appeals court ruled Cameron Tillman, a high school first The Ohio Senate unanimously passed After employees and shoppers smelled day, Hillary Clinton defended President Thursday that 40-year-old Tommy, a year with a 3.7 GPA, was shot four a bill Dec. 2 to allow outdoor drink- a burning order and power turned off at Obama’s decision to continue peace chimpanzee, would not be freed from times and killed by a Houma, Louisiana, ing in designated areas. If this bill is the Kroger in Sugarcreek Twp., the store CONNECT WITH US: police deputy six weeks after Darren enacted into law, 15 cities and town- was evacuated. When firefighters arrived, [email protected] talks with Iran regarding its nuclear pro- captivity and would not be considered gram, calling for toughness in the talks. a legal person. The judge of the case Wilson killed Michael Brown. The inves- ships –which would include the Oregon they did not see signs of fire or smoke. “No deal is better than a bad deal,” Clin- said in his decision that a chimp “can- tigation is ongoing, but the other boys District--would be eligible to create out- Source: WHIO ton said. She also supported the Obama not bear any legal duties.” The Nonhu- who were present that day said they door drinking areas, where adults could administration’s stance with Israel. man Rights Project that brought the have yet to be interviewed. Unlike Fer- purchase alcoholic beverages and walk TRIAL OVER MACHINE GUN STARTS Source: CNN case to court said it would appeal. guson, Missouri, the city isn’t teeming around with open containers of alcohol. Former Green County Sheriff’s ma- Source: BBC with protests; there is just a memorial Source: WHIO jor Eric Spicer, who was accused in DEER BREAKS AND ENTERS outside the house where he was killed. March of illegally obtaining a machine A New Jersey woman was cooking sweet ‘BULLS-EYE’ Source: BBC YOU SUCK AT PEDDLING METH gun, went to trial in Dayton’s U.S. Dis- potatoes Saturday when she realized a Nasa’s Orion crew capsule, as commen- A 22-year-old man was arrested Satur- trict Court Sunday. Spicer also faces THE DOG ATE MY TORTURE REPORTS deer was running down the hallway. The tators on the space agency’s TV channel day evening for multiple felony charges, six other charges, including falsely rep- deer then walked around the home and said, made a “bulls-eye” splashdown A Senate report accusing the CIA including possession of methamphet- resenting a department agency of the entered her bathroom. After locking the into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of of using banned torture techniques, amine. The man also was charged with U.S. and lying during the purchase of door and calling police, officers got into a Mexico. Although the trial run did not which was to be released to the pub- resisting law enforcement and not hav- a firearm. Six of the charges would re- tussle with the animal until they captured include humans in the Orion, the space lic next week, is meeting opposition by ing a driver’s license. The police pursuit sult in maximum sentences of 10 years and released it. Officials said the deer vessel is designed to transport hu- White House officials, and its release of the man ended in New Paris, Ohio. each in prison and a $250,000 fine. must have really wanted to get inside the mans beyond the space station (that’s could be delayed. However, a White Source: WHIO Source: Dayton Daily News house. Source: Dayton Daily News right, to take humans to the Moon). House official said President Obama Source: BBC wants it released as soon as possible. #takeUDhome Source: Aljazeera // WORLD SUDOKU DIFFICULTY HARD JEWISH FESTIVAL IN JEW-LESS PLACE BACKSTREET’S BACK YOU CAN CALL ME RUBY None of the 50,000 citizens in Kutno, Gravitas Ventures has purchased the Typhoon Hagupit, or what locals in the Poland, are Jewish; however, Kutno, Po- rights to “Backstreet Boys: Show ‘Em Philippines call Ruby, has forced millions During winter break, we want YOU land, stages one of the grandest Jewish What You’re Made Of,” the documentary out of their homes. Three have died, but festivals in the world. The town has cel- of the bestselling boy band in history. the storm shouldn’t reach last year’s ty- ebrated Jewish culture since 1993, in The film stars the original members: Nick phoon Haiyan, which killed thousands. to share your UD pride with the world. part to remember the loss of the city’s Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, AJ This is the country’s largest peacetime Jewish artisans after the Holocaust. McLean and Kevin Richardson. The inter- evacuation in history. As of Sunday, Source: BBC national release starts Feb. 26. Source: the storm has begun to die down. Before you go home, stop by the Albert Variety magazine Source: BBC Emanuel Hall lobby and pick up two UD AL-QAEDA KILLS TWO HOSTAGES T-shirts. Over break, wear one shirt to In a failed rescue attempt Satur- PROBLEMS IN PAKISTAN your high school and give the other shirt day ordered by President Obama, an U.S. Military officials confirmed the to a current student, teacher, counselor American photojournalist and a South “transferred custody” of three Pakistanis or principal. African teacher hostage to Al-Qaeda to Pakistan by the U.S. from Afghani- in Yemen were killed. Al-Qaeda posted stan. The group of three reportedly in- Then take a creative photo that highlights a video threatening to kill the photo- cludes the second-in-command to the your T-shirts and share it on Instagram or journalist, Luke Somers, which incited former Taliban chief, who was killed the second attempt to extricate the in a U.S. drone strike last year. Paki- Twitter using #takeUDhome. Prizes will two hostages. “[Somers’ family’s] de- stani officials have, however, confirmed be awarded for the most creative photos. spair and sorrow at this time,” Presi- this commander has been released. dent Obama said, “are beyond words.” Source: BBC Source: Aljazeera Solution to Issue 12 sudoku 4 NEWS NEWS 5 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com TEACH (cont. from pg. 1) Chinese food introduced at KU Students share first impressions of digital SET evaluations “A lot of the times you’re on a and not feel judged,” Tumpane DEVYN GIANNETTI at Marycrest. With a love for cooking food more authentic and if something GRACE MCCORMICK tion, class learning environment, more pre-physical therapy major, and they can offer suggestions about anonymous – so we reassure them college campus, it’s like you’re in a said. Staff Writer Chinese food, she was deemed the per- is too sweet or spicy. Staff Writer student-teacher relationship and said. ways to remove those obstacles.” that they do need to login so we can bubble,” Matt Riccetti, a sophomore Donna Cox, a professor of music fect person to collaborate with on this “We want to cater it to their palate, outcomes for the class,” Wright said. “There was almost complete Susan Brown, faculty develop- match their surveys to the right biology major said. “It’s important to at UD, expressed similar thoughts Kennedy Union is known for hav- new project. not ours,” Glaser said. Many faculty members, such as universal support from faculty and ment coordinator, said having more classes, but faculty never see the get perspective on what both sides are to those of the students on the im- ing a grill, pasta bar, comfort food and “The things Miss Fan is making are The platform has been opened on This semester, the University of teacher education professor Joseph students involved in designing and student feedback is really helpful names of students,” Wright said. saying.” portance of these events on cam- salad bar, among other options. But labor intensive. Matthew Somich is a three occasions, the past three Tues- Dayton introduced digital student Watras, have a positive outlook on testing the new SET for having no for faculty to know what is working While students and faculty are “These events give us the op- pus. this year, a new window opened within trained chef working with Miss Fan to days from 11 - 2 p.m. Evaluation forms evaluations of teachers, or SET, to the new evaluations. mandatory requirement for complet- and what needs to be adjusted, and still getting used to the change in portunity to explore social issues “I think it’s important because the dining hall: authentic Chinese food. learn her recipes and work along side were put out so students could write students and faculty. As the semes- Watras said he believes that they ing the surveys,” Wright said. ultimately, that is good for students. teacher evaluations, there was an around the country, and they help we don’t have enough opportuni- A factor that played into the imple- her,” Emberton said. their feedback about the food. ter comes to an end, these evalu- save time since they no longer have Addie Rumer, a sophomore psy- “Teachers are not just delivering overall positive reaction. us to promote togetherness,” Lau- ties like this on campus for these mentation of Chinese cuisine at KU Catering chef Trinh Ma has also “The feedback was very favorable,” ations are making their debut on to be taken in class. He believes that chology major, sees the optional information to students, but are reli- “I prefer the online evaluations ren Asman, a sophomore biology very important issues,” Cox said. was a student request to Lisa Glaser, been brought in to work on the project. Glaser said. “Students gave us ideas for campus. Faculty and students re- class time is valuable, so the option evaluations as a downside. ant on feedback to know what works because it allows for more time in major said. “People are hurting on campus general manager of Kennedy Union She has assisted with recipe develop- future entrees and the feedback helped marked on the new system positively to do them outside of the classroom “I feel like students will not do and what doesn’t work,” Wright said, class to review material that is be- “It is good to hear different and they are not able to speak dining services, and Chuck Emberton, ment and operational execution. us improve our food for the next time. and negatively. is an immediate advantage. them if they don’t have to. Everyone stressing the importance of evalua- ing covered,” Smerke said. points of views from different their hurt.” assistant general manager of Kennedy “Trinh has helped the production One of our most popular entrees has David Wright, director of the “All my students seemed to know is busy right before finals so teacher tions. “I hope that students see the Brown said that in general she people, it plays a big role,” Tyler Cox highlighted the university’s Union dining services . There is a large side of things,” Emberton said. “She been the pot stickers.” office of curriculum innovation about them [the evaluations]. Some evaluations are not the first thing on new SET as a way to improve this has heard the surveys are easy to Tumpane, a first year business Marianist tradition as a reason to contingent of Chinese undergraduate is helping us get authentic items and The Chinese food window will be and e-learning, explained that the have already finished them, too,” he a student’s mind,” she said. precious interplay.” use and the faculty is pleased to be major said. come together for these types of and graduate students, and Virgina has gone to the Chinese Asian market open again after winter break on Tues- university switched over to digital said. Wright, however, hopes that a “Overall, I think the online teach- able to get results sooner, with more “It is important because every- events. W. Kettering dining hall already has to obtain spices, oils and vegetables, days from 11 - 2 p.m., but Glaser and evaluations because learning and Students mention one of the sense of “paying it forward” can be er evaluations offer more room for feedback from students. one is going to have a different “Our Marianist tradition re- Mideastern cuisine for some of the and has made some of the sauces for Emberton hope to extend the hours teaching are constantly changing; downsides was that the new evalua- an incentive for students to complete students to comment on positive and Wright said students have until opinion on it,” Bridget Lucas, a quires that we engage in events of students coming from the Middle East. the pot stickers and dumplings. She with increased positive feedback. therefore, new questions and a new tions were not advertised well. them. negative aspects of teaching. The the end of Friday to complete their first year undecided major said. injustice,” Cox said. The implementation of this new plays a very strong consulting role and “We are very excited to do this,” delivery mechanism are necessary. “I only saw one mention of it be- “Student opinions matter,” Wa- classroom evaluations had less room surveys for fall classes. Information These students were also happy Cox’s views on the response of window was a collaborative effort or- makes sure everyone keeps [the food] Glaser said. “It is a unique challenge “The questions are now targeted fore the evaluations came out, how- tras said. “The students cannot tell to add comments,” Rumer said. about the SET and the link to login with the response the UD commu- the community were not the same ganized by the leadership at KU. authentic.” that we have embraced, and we re- to discover student reaction to in- ever, it was fairly easy to follow and me what to teach, but they can tell “Students have occasionally and take the surveys can be found at nity showed. as students at other universities. “We want to make the food very Some menu items being featured in ally look forward to working with the structor preparation and organiza- complete,” Ryan Smerke, a sopho- me what obstructs their learning asked whether the surveys are go.udayton.edu/set. “It makes me really happy and “I don’t think we respond authentic, not ‘Americanize’ it in any this new platform include hand-rolled community to improve our window. I proud of the students for getting enough,” Cox said. “I think there way, and cater to these student’s taste Chinese dumplings, steamed buns, think it displays UD striving to reach together and trying to understand are pockets of response, but I’d palate,” Glaser said. pot stickers, rainbow salad, cucumber across lines and make everyone feel at COC different perspectives and view- like to see a more systematic re- In order to execute this goal, KU salad, barbecue pork and sticky rice. home. Students feel genuinely pleased (cont. from pg. 1) Oregon District contest celebrates points,” Asman said. sponse.” brought in Qui Ye Fan, owner of Wah KU has invited Chinese students that we’re trying to make them feel at “It is good that you have a place Fu on Brown Street. After the restau- and staff to taste tests, where they have home.” COMBATING McNamara and Wade were cho- to come talk about these things rant closed down, Fan came to work received advice about how to make the MISCONCEPTIONS sen in February and March for their Christmas, local businesses Often these questions are directed coordinator positions. The COC at the event itself. But in their own committee met for the first time the KATIE CHRISTOFF will also draw a card for the grand prize, to purchase Christmas gifts in the Or- words, Christmas on Campus does first week of the semester. They’ve A&E Editor which is worth $1,000 in prizes and gift egon District. not profess to be a service-learning each invested more than 400 hours certificates.” “Gift certificates are a great idea for group. of work into this two to three hour This is the inaugural year of the parents, if they’re planning on coming “Christmas on Campus isn’t a event. Dayton holiday shoppers can win up contest, and Johnson did most of the to visit,” she said. “We have some of best service group. It’s a special interest to $1,000 in prizes and gift certificates for organizing himself. restaurants in Dayton right there in the group,” McNamara said. WHERE TO GO FROM HERE buying local this holiday season. “He did all of the legwork, visited Oregon District, and also some of the Wade said service is not the orga- “There have been a lot of criti- The Oregon District Business As- vendors, got buy in and asked for dona- longest term restaurants.” nization’s “mission,” but that they cisms about how socially just [COC] sociation is promoting local businesses tions,” Lisa Seibert, community execu- She also recommended shopping for do a service: they try to create an is. That’s one thing that we do know: with Christmas in the Oregon District, tive for Dayton Local said. She said the gifts at Jimmy Modern, a clash consign- atmosphere for a night that exposes we’re not a perfect community. We a month-long contest during which Oregon District Business Association ment boutique that carries handmade the children to a college setting and do listen to everyone’s opinions,” shoppers will receive stamps for each has been around for a while, but never local jewelry. brings the children and the commu- Wade said. “I think the one thing purchase made at 45 participating re- done anything like this before. “What’s unique about these busi- nity together. people need to realize is that when tailers in the Oregon District. “It’s a longstanding association of nesses is that their products aren’t “So, is it really a just thing?” Wade they do criticize us, they do need to The contest began on Nov. 29, also businesses in the Oregon District,” necessarily new,” Seibert said. “There said. “Absolutely it is.” give us suggestions.” known as Small Business Saturday, a Seibert said. “They’re a cohesive, tight are a lot of unique consignment or vin- To dispel misconceptions about Community members agree that holiday following Black Friday that pro- group in a small space – 45 vendors is tage pieces that you can’t find on every long-term relationships between UD frank discussion will help clarify the motes the support of small businesses quite a lot for that small area.” corner, and that’s what makes them students and the children, the com- perception of Christmas on Campus in efforts to help local economies. It will Seibert said the prizes will primar- special” mittee has changed the term “adop- and further enhance the tradition’s run through Dec. 20. ily include gift certificates to establish- Seibert hopes the promotion gener- tion” to “buddying up” under the impact on the Dayton community. When shoppers make a purchase at ments in the Oregon District, so shop- ates even more revenue and support “School Outreach” subcommittee. While the event’s mission is not to any of the independent businesses in pers can still use the money however for the local businesses in the Oregon With 24 committee members, provide a service-learning opportu- the Oregon District, including 25 partic- they’d like. These certificates will be for District. She said the locally-owned “70-something” partnering organi- nity, the committee is open to sug- ipating dining and entertainment estab- specific businesses, but the grand prize, businesses are special because they’re zations and 1,300 children from the gestions on how to make it a more lishments and 20 retail stores, they will she said, will include gift certificates all unique, and the amount of live en- Dayton area to account for, McNa- engaging educational opportunity receive a stamp on a card that partici- that can be spent at any of the partici- tertainment values creates a sense of mara and Wade said a lot is “beyond for the children and adults who par- pating businesses have on hand. Once pating businesses. community in the Oregon District. [their] control.” ticipate, and those who question the eight stamps are received on one card, “Each dollar you spend at indepen- “The real value of spending time In response to the suggestion for event agree that that should happen. shoppers can turn their completed card dent businesses returns three times there is celebrating and being with longer relationships between stu- “I don’t think people like me who in to one of three locations: The Trolley more money to your local economy people,” she said. dents and children, McNamara said want to have more critical discus- Stop, Sterling Studio or Lily’s Bistro. than one spent at a chain,” Siebert For more information on Christmas with an event of this scale, “you sion around it have any intention of “There will be a total of four draw- wrote in Dayton Local. “Small busi- in the Oregon District and a full list of can’t do it more than once a year.” saying, ‘Oh, Christmas on Campus is ings from completed stamp cards. On nesses also donate more than twice as participating vendors, visit DaytonLo- It’s hard because we don’t think bad. We shouldn’t have it any more.’ three Sundays in December, we will much per sales dollar to local nonprof- cal.com. The Oregon District Business people know how much time goes But just to think how we could link draw a card and the winner will receive its, events and teams compared to big Association asks that shoppers support into planning the event,” McNamara the learning of service-learning a gift basket worth about $500 in goods businesses.” the promotion by using the hashtag, said. “If organizations would like to part better to this signature event donated by Oregon District businesses,” In the spirit of promoting local busi- #Christmasinthedistrict. collaborate with us, it needs to be on campus,” Poe said. event organizer Brian Johnson told nesses, Seibert gave some recommenda- done in the spring semester.” Dayton Local. “On Sunday, Dec. 21, we tions for University of Dayton students 4 NEWS NEWS 5 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com TEACH (cont. from pg. 1) Chinese food introduced at KU Students share first impressions of digital SET evaluations “A lot of the times you’re on a and not feel judged,” Tumpane DEVYN GIANNETTI at Marycrest. With a love for cooking food more authentic and if something GRACE MCCORMICK tion, class learning environment, more pre-physical therapy major, and they can offer suggestions about anonymous – so we reassure them college campus, it’s like you’re in a said. Staff Writer Chinese food, she was deemed the per- is too sweet or spicy. Staff Writer student-teacher relationship and said. ways to remove those obstacles.” that they do need to login so we can bubble,” Matt Riccetti, a sophomore Donna Cox, a professor of music fect person to collaborate with on this “We want to cater it to their palate, outcomes for the class,” Wright said. “There was almost complete Susan Brown, faculty develop- match their surveys to the right biology major said. “It’s important to at UD, expressed similar thoughts Kennedy Union is known for hav- new project. not ours,” Glaser said. Many faculty members, such as universal support from faculty and ment coordinator, said having more classes, but faculty never see the get perspective on what both sides are to those of the students on the im- ing a grill, pasta bar, comfort food and “The things Miss Fan is making are The platform has been opened on This semester, the University of teacher education professor Joseph students involved in designing and student feedback is really helpful names of students,” Wright said. saying.” portance of these events on cam- salad bar, among other options. But labor intensive. Matthew Somich is a three occasions, the past three Tues- Dayton introduced digital student Watras, have a positive outlook on testing the new SET for having no for faculty to know what is working While students and faculty are “These events give us the op- pus. this year, a new window opened within trained chef working with Miss Fan to days from 11 - 2 p.m. Evaluation forms evaluations of teachers, or SET, to the new evaluations. mandatory requirement for complet- and what needs to be adjusted, and still getting used to the change in portunity to explore social issues “I think it’s important because the dining hall: authentic Chinese food. learn her recipes and work along side were put out so students could write students and faculty. As the semes- Watras said he believes that they ing the surveys,” Wright said. ultimately, that is good for students. teacher evaluations, there was an around the country, and they help we don’t have enough opportuni- A factor that played into the imple- her,” Emberton said. their feedback about the food. ter comes to an end, these evalu- save time since they no longer have Addie Rumer, a sophomore psy- “Teachers are not just delivering overall positive reaction. us to promote togetherness,” Lau- ties like this on campus for these mentation of Chinese cuisine at KU Catering chef Trinh Ma has also “The feedback was very favorable,” ations are making their debut on to be taken in class. He believes that chology major, sees the optional information to students, but are reli- “I prefer the online evaluations ren Asman, a sophomore biology very important issues,” Cox said. was a student request to Lisa Glaser, been brought in to work on the project. Glaser said. “Students gave us ideas for campus. Faculty and students re- class time is valuable, so the option evaluations as a downside. ant on feedback to know what works because it allows for more time in major said. “People are hurting on campus general manager of Kennedy Union She has assisted with recipe develop- future entrees and the feedback helped marked on the new system positively to do them outside of the classroom “I feel like students will not do and what doesn’t work,” Wright said, class to review material that is be- “It is good to hear different and they are not able to speak dining services, and Chuck Emberton, ment and operational execution. us improve our food for the next time. and negatively. is an immediate advantage. them if they don’t have to. Everyone stressing the importance of evalua- ing covered,” Smerke said. points of views from different their hurt.” assistant general manager of Kennedy “Trinh has helped the production One of our most popular entrees has David Wright, director of the “All my students seemed to know is busy right before finals so teacher tions. “I hope that students see the Brown said that in general she people, it plays a big role,” Tyler Cox highlighted the university’s Union dining services . There is a large side of things,” Emberton said. “She been the pot stickers.” office of curriculum innovation about them [the evaluations]. Some evaluations are not the first thing on new SET as a way to improve this has heard the surveys are easy to Tumpane, a first year business Marianist tradition as a reason to contingent of Chinese undergraduate is helping us get authentic items and The Chinese food window will be and e-learning, explained that the have already finished them, too,” he a student’s mind,” she said. precious interplay.” use and the faculty is pleased to be major said. come together for these types of and graduate students, and Virgina has gone to the Chinese Asian market open again after winter break on Tues- university switched over to digital said. Wright, however, hopes that a “Overall, I think the online teach- able to get results sooner, with more “It is important because every- events. W. Kettering dining hall already has to obtain spices, oils and vegetables, days from 11 - 2 p.m., but Glaser and evaluations because learning and Students mention one of the sense of “paying it forward” can be er evaluations offer more room for feedback from students. one is going to have a different “Our Marianist tradition re- Mideastern cuisine for some of the and has made some of the sauces for Emberton hope to extend the hours teaching are constantly changing; downsides was that the new evalua- an incentive for students to complete students to comment on positive and Wright said students have until opinion on it,” Bridget Lucas, a quires that we engage in events of students coming from the Middle East. the pot stickers and dumplings. She with increased positive feedback. therefore, new questions and a new tions were not advertised well. them. negative aspects of teaching. The the end of Friday to complete their first year undecided major said. injustice,” Cox said. The implementation of this new plays a very strong consulting role and “We are very excited to do this,” delivery mechanism are necessary. “I only saw one mention of it be- “Student opinions matter,” Wa- classroom evaluations had less room surveys for fall classes. Information These students were also happy Cox’s views on the response of window was a collaborative effort or- makes sure everyone keeps [the food] Glaser said. “It is a unique challenge “The questions are now targeted fore the evaluations came out, how- tras said. “The students cannot tell to add comments,” Rumer said. about the SET and the link to login with the response the UD commu- the community were not the same ganized by the leadership at KU. authentic.” that we have embraced, and we re- to discover student reaction to in- ever, it was fairly easy to follow and me what to teach, but they can tell “Students have occasionally and take the surveys can be found at nity showed. as students at other universities. “We want to make the food very Some menu items being featured in ally look forward to working with the structor preparation and organiza- complete,” Ryan Smerke, a sopho- me what obstructs their learning asked whether the surveys are go.udayton.edu/set. “It makes me really happy and “I don’t think we respond authentic, not ‘Americanize’ it in any this new platform include hand-rolled community to improve our window. I proud of the students for getting enough,” Cox said. “I think there way, and cater to these student’s taste Chinese dumplings, steamed buns, think it displays UD striving to reach together and trying to understand are pockets of response, but I’d palate,” Glaser said. pot stickers, rainbow salad, cucumber across lines and make everyone feel at COC different perspectives and view- like to see a more systematic re- In order to execute this goal, KU salad, barbecue pork and sticky rice. home. Students feel genuinely pleased (cont. from pg. 1) Oregon District contest celebrates points,” Asman said. sponse.” brought in Qui Ye Fan, owner of Wah KU has invited Chinese students that we’re trying to make them feel at “It is good that you have a place Fu on Brown Street. After the restau- and staff to taste tests, where they have home.” COMBATING McNamara and Wade were cho- to come talk about these things rant closed down, Fan came to work received advice about how to make the MISCONCEPTIONS sen in February and March for their Christmas, local businesses Often these questions are directed coordinator positions. The COC at the event itself. But in their own committee met for the first time the KATIE CHRISTOFF will also draw a card for the grand prize, to purchase Christmas gifts in the Or- words, Christmas on Campus does first week of the semester. They’ve A&E Editor which is worth $1,000 in prizes and gift egon District. not profess to be a service-learning each invested more than 400 hours certificates.” “Gift certificates are a great idea for group. of work into this two to three hour This is the inaugural year of the parents, if they’re planning on coming “Christmas on Campus isn’t a event. Dayton holiday shoppers can win up contest, and Johnson did most of the to visit,” she said. “We have some of best service group. It’s a special interest to $1,000 in prizes and gift certificates for organizing himself. restaurants in Dayton right there in the group,” McNamara said. WHERE TO GO FROM HERE buying local this holiday season. “He did all of the legwork, visited Oregon District, and also some of the Wade said service is not the orga- “There have been a lot of criti- The Oregon District Business As- vendors, got buy in and asked for dona- longest term restaurants.” nization’s “mission,” but that they cisms about how socially just [COC] sociation is promoting local businesses tions,” Lisa Seibert, community execu- She also recommended shopping for do a service: they try to create an is. That’s one thing that we do know: with Christmas in the Oregon District, tive for Dayton Local said. She said the gifts at Jimmy Modern, a clash consign- atmosphere for a night that exposes we’re not a perfect community. We a month-long contest during which Oregon District Business Association ment boutique that carries handmade the children to a college setting and do listen to everyone’s opinions,” shoppers will receive stamps for each has been around for a while, but never local jewelry. brings the children and the commu- Wade said. “I think the one thing purchase made at 45 participating re- done anything like this before. “What’s unique about these busi- nity together. people need to realize is that when tailers in the Oregon District. “It’s a longstanding association of nesses is that their products aren’t “So, is it really a just thing?” Wade they do criticize us, they do need to The contest began on Nov. 29, also businesses in the Oregon District,” necessarily new,” Seibert said. “There said. “Absolutely it is.” give us suggestions.” known as Small Business Saturday, a Seibert said. “They’re a cohesive, tight are a lot of unique consignment or vin- To dispel misconceptions about Community members agree that holiday following Black Friday that pro- group in a small space – 45 vendors is tage pieces that you can’t find on every long-term relationships between UD frank discussion will help clarify the motes the support of small businesses quite a lot for that small area.” corner, and that’s what makes them students and the children, the com- perception of Christmas on Campus in efforts to help local economies. It will Seibert said the prizes will primar- special” mittee has changed the term “adop- and further enhance the tradition’s run through Dec. 20. ily include gift certificates to establish- Seibert hopes the promotion gener- tion” to “buddying up” under the impact on the Dayton community. When shoppers make a purchase at ments in the Oregon District, so shop- ates even more revenue and support “School Outreach” subcommittee. While the event’s mission is not to any of the independent businesses in pers can still use the money however for the local businesses in the Oregon With 24 committee members, provide a service-learning opportu- the Oregon District, including 25 partic- they’d like. These certificates will be for District. She said the locally-owned “70-something” partnering organi- nity, the committee is open to sug- ipating dining and entertainment estab- specific businesses, but the grand prize, businesses are special because they’re zations and 1,300 children from the gestions on how to make it a more lishments and 20 retail stores, they will she said, will include gift certificates all unique, and the amount of live en- Dayton area to account for, McNa- engaging educational opportunity receive a stamp on a card that partici- that can be spent at any of the partici- tertainment values creates a sense of mara and Wade said a lot is “beyond for the children and adults who par- pating businesses have on hand. Once pating businesses. community in the Oregon District. [their] control.” ticipate, and those who question the eight stamps are received on one card, “Each dollar you spend at indepen- “The real value of spending time In response to the suggestion for event agree that that should happen. shoppers can turn their completed card dent businesses returns three times there is celebrating and being with longer relationships between stu- “I don’t think people like me who in to one of three locations: The Trolley more money to your local economy people,” she said. dents and children, McNamara said want to have more critical discus- Stop, Sterling Studio or Lily’s Bistro. than one spent at a chain,” Siebert For more information on Christmas with an event of this scale, “you sion around it have any intention of “There will be a total of four draw- wrote in Dayton Local. “Small busi- in the Oregon District and a full list of can’t do it more than once a year.” saying, ‘Oh, Christmas on Campus is ings from completed stamp cards. On nesses also donate more than twice as participating vendors, visit DaytonLo- It’s hard because we don’t think bad. We shouldn’t have it any more.’ three Sundays in December, we will much per sales dollar to local nonprof- cal.com. The Oregon District Business people know how much time goes But just to think how we could link draw a card and the winner will receive its, events and teams compared to big Association asks that shoppers support into planning the event,” McNamara the learning of service-learning a gift basket worth about $500 in goods businesses.” the promotion by using the hashtag, said. “If organizations would like to part better to this signature event donated by Oregon District businesses,” In the spirit of promoting local busi- #Christmasinthedistrict. collaborate with us, it needs to be on campus,” Poe said. event organizer Brian Johnson told nesses, Seibert gave some recommenda- done in the spring semester.” Dayton Local. “On Sunday, Dec. 21, we tions for University of Dayton students 6 NEWS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 7 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com COLUMN American Cultural Center opens at UDCI, bridges cultures ‘Unbroken’ film adaptation in theaters Christmas ALISE JARMUSZ Asst. News Editor MALLORY ROSHKOWSKI at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and going status, Zamperini was considered too Staff Writer on to have a record-breaking career at valuable to kill. Instead, he was used “It’s really going to help to breach the cultural gap the University of Southern California. as a propaganda tool and subjected to On Tuesday, Dec. 2, United As my family prepares for our The beginning starts slowly but based more intense beatings from the guards States Ambassador Max Baucus so that it will enhance cultural connections between beach vacation each year, I begin on history, I knew that the war was and the sadistic Mutshiro Watanabe, joined University of Dayton Presi- looking for an interesting book to coming soon so I decided to stick with aka “the Bird.” I despised the Bird and dent Daniel J. Curran in opening U.S. and Chinese students.” read. This results in my avid book club it and keep reading. could not believe a human being could the new American Cultural Cen- member of a mother to go rummaging When World War II broke out, Zam- be that psychotic. If it weren’t for the ter, one of only 20 such learning through her bookshelf, shouting out perini enlisted in the Army Air Corps American bombings of Hiroshima and centers funded by the U.S. State titles from her collection. and was stationed in Hawaii as a bom- Nagasaki, Zamperini might not have Department in China, according This year, the title “Unbroken” bardier. During a search for a missing left Japan alive. the UD website. provide more than simply academ- there’s going to be UD faculty UD students will also have the caught my attention because I recog- plane, his unstable B-24 went down in This novel is descriptive and the JIA JIA WEI The American Cultural Center ic benefits to students. teaching engineering courses, for chance to teach at local schools in nized the name of the main character, the Pacific Ocean, leaving only three accounts of Zamperini’s life in the ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR is located at the University of Day- “I think having this American example focused on the environ- China. Wei believes the program Olympic runner Louis Zamperini, of the 11 crew members to survive on a POW camps are disturbing, so be cau- OF CHINA INITIATIVES ton China Institute in the Suzhou Cultural Center in China is going ment and sustainability,” she said. will be a wonderful benefit to both from the recent news of his passing. I rubber raft with limited supplies. tious as you read. When Zamperini Industrial Park and will “support to be very beneficial to not only “Then there will also be classes parties involved. noticed it was written by the acclaimed Hillenbrant vividly depicts Zam- returned home he had trouble adjust- activities to bring Americans and UD students, but also to Chinese related to history and philosophy “We are giving our domestic author of “Seabiscuit,” Laura Hillen- perini’s memories of the 47 days he ing to everyday life and struggled with Chinese together to explore U.S. students locally in China and from and also even the arts, so it’s re- students the opportunity to teach and I can honestly say that I had brant, and assumed it would be a good and pilot Russell Allen Phillips sur- nightmares, alcoholism and fits of culture, society, government, lan- UD’s partner universities in Chi- ally not just focused on one depart- or provide a seminar to local high a positive experience because of read. vived on albatrosses, fish and rainwa- rage. It wasn’t until a religious revival guage, law, economic system and na,” Wei said. “It’s really going to ment.” school students in the area,” she the generous Chinese UD students “Unbroken: A World War II Story of ter while fighting off sharks, weather, by Billy Graham that Zamperini truly values.” help to breach the cultural gap so In addition to academic pro- said. “So basically our students who willingly took me under their Survival, Resilience and Redemption” dehydration and starvation. The men’s found his way and adjusted to life out- Programs at UDCI’s newest ad- that it will enhance cultural con- grams, the American Cultural can give back to the Chinese com- wings and helped me see and ex- is a fictional novel based on the life of struggle is so well-recounted I felt as side of the war. dition are said to include “learning nections between U.S. and Chinese Center will give American stu- munity by teaching them Eng- perience Chinese culture,” Satter- Olympic runner Louis Zamperini and if I was in the Pacific Ocean watching Louis Zamperini is the definition of projects by University of Dayton students.” dents the opportunity to work to- lish or some topic of interest in thwaite explained. “The center is his heroic struggle as a Japanese pris- them deteriorate right before my eyes. an American hero. He fought through and Chinese students; a cultural Wei works alongside various de- gether with local Chinese students English, and then the students in a way for future students to have oner of war during World War II. Zamperini did an excellent job of nar- so many obstacles throughout his life immersion program for Chinese partments at UD to plan academic in a problem-solving setting, Wei China will benefit locally because the incredible experience I had.” The novel received immediate rating his experiences to Hillenbrant, that no ordinary human could ever students; presentations on Ameri- programs for the University of said. they will gain another perspective According to the UD website, success from readers and has been who brought them to life with her elo- imagine facing. His story of persever- can culture and society; support Dayton China Institute. She said “There will be classes taught in addition to English language UDCI’s first semester-long pro- adapted into a film, directed by An- quent words and lucid depictions. ance is inspiring and one you don’t for American students teaching many of the programs within the [at UDCI] by the UD faculty for skills.” gram will begin this January. UD gelina Jolie, which will premiere this On the 47th day lost at sea, Zam- want to miss. English in Chinese schools; and American Cultural Center would the spring. They will invite stu- Lindsey Satterthwaite, a junior students can take advantage of the Christmas Day. perini and Phillips were picked up Louis Zamperini’s legend is alive training programs for Chinese be interrelated with the academic dents from local universities, like marketing major who studied institute at no additional cost rela- The novel begins by discussing by Japanese sailors and taken ashore and well despite his passing in July companies on corporate social programs, and initiatives will in- Suzhou University and other local abroad in China last summer, be- tive to staying on campus. Zamperini’s rebellious childhood in on the Marshall Islands. They were at the age of 97. According to a recent responsibility, energy efficient clude all departments at the Uni- institutes partnered with UD and lieves the American Cultural Cen- For more information, visit Torrance, California. Attempting to placed in brutal Japanese POW camps, tweet from the official USC Trojans The film adaptation of “Unbroken,” directed by Angelina Jolie, will be in theaters Christmas Day. manufacturing and environmen- versity. do projects with our UD students,” ter is a huge asset to both Ameri- www.udayton.edu/china_institute/ set him straight, his brother urged where they were starved, subjected to page, the USC football team placed a tal design,” the UD website stated. “The projects we have lined up Wei explained. “They can discuss can and Chinese students. or email [email protected]. him to become involved in organized strenuous manual labor, forced to re- Z sticker on the back of their helmets Jia Jia Wei, associate director of for the cultural center are across and share their views across cul- “I think the center is an amaz- running. side in filthy holes and tortured relent- this season to honor Zamperini. Resilience and Redemption” will be I highly recommend reading this China initiatives at the University all departments. So there’s some tures, while learning to solve a ing idea. I visited China last sum- Zamperini became a superb run- lessly. This Christmas Day, “Unbroken: released in theaters. The preview is novel before going to see it in theaters. of Dayton, believes the center will engineering programs where particular problem.” mer through the UD program, ner, participating in the 5,000 meters Because of his Olympic athlete A World War II Story of Survival, on YouTube. Pick up a copy at major bookstores.

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You Knew Anything about a Girl.” 8 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com Harlem Globetrotters to play New Year’s Eve ERIN CALLAHAN with quick feet and coordination – tion every single night,” Christensen The Women of Chief A&E Writer nearly every player has a basketball said. “It exhilarates them, and it record to their name – and with a gives us a chance to thank them for After 89 years and 20,000 games, bond that goes deeper than “team.” their services. Anytime we do that it PROFILE the Harlem Globetrotters are inter- “We’re gone from home six to takes me back to our military tour, 58 Frank nationally known for pairing bas- eight months out of the year, so when we were able to give the men ketball with comedic entertainment, we’re with each other more than we and women a break to watch us play. including skillful dribbling and pass- are with our own families,” Chris- They would ask where we’re from, ing, trick shots, spinning basketballs tensen said. “So in a way they are and if any of us were from the same KATY HOEPER Hair. on their fingertips and plenty of fan like my second family.” town, it felt like they knew you or Staff Writer KB: Maggie is Most Likely to Order interaction. The team has traveled to over 100 were automatically closer to you.” Papa Johns. On Dec. 31 at 2 p.m., they will face countries and experienced once-in- Due to the amount of traveling, FN: How did you ladies meet? MI: On my dad’s AmEx. the Washington Generals at the Nut- a-lifetime opportunities over the the players rely on Skype and phone Maggie Ising: Katherine introduced AG: Actually, we’re not most likely to ter Center for a night of family fun. years. Christensen recalls his most calls to remain close to their fami- me to everyone. do anything. We’re all wildcards. This will be their 15th consecutive memorable moment playing on an lies back home. In the off-season, Ashley Fecher: Annie offered me a New Year’s Eve game in Dayton. aircraft carrier in the middle of the the team family goes bowling and job when she was drunk. FN: If you guys were to be visit- The roster features Big Easy Lof- ocean. tries their voices at karaoke bars. Annie Grizzell: Ashley is now my su- ing for your 10-year reunion, what ton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Christensen also recollects the Christensen said he thinks he could pervisor… would everyone be up to? Thunder Law, Bull Bullard, Firefly military tour spent in Iraq and Bagh- speak for the team when he says, be- Katie Christoff: Annie, Kath and I MI: Katherine’s going to be super suc- Fisher and Moose Weekes – plus dad and is reminded of it often. yond the game, the camaraderie is have been in Phi Beta Chi, the com- cessful, and if she has children she’s female stars TNT Maddox, T-Time During every one of the 310-plus what they’ll remember most when munication fraternity, together since going to be a stay-at-home mom and Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu. games played in North America their time with the Globetrotters is freshman year. still be awesome at her job and do it Scooter Christensen, a guard who during the “Washington Generals finished. AG: I met Maggie the day we moved all. has played for the Globetrotters for Revenge” tour, the team honors a “My favorite part of being on the in. AF: Annie will be in Spain. 10 years, promises fans an experi- Harlem Globetrotters Hometown team: I really enjoy my teammates,” Katherine Braunscheidel: Ashley and AG: Hopefully, I’ll be married to Paco. ence unlike any other – whether Hero. This is an active, wounded Christensen said. “This has by far I really bonded when we went for a MI: Katie will be like Carrie from you’re eight years old, or 80. or retired member of the military been the best basketball experience “run” together, but really walked the “Sex and the City,” writing her arti- The New Year’s Eve game is part nominated by fans who has made I’ve ever had, and I’ve been playing whole way and sprinted down the end cles with Miranda and Charlotte and of the Globetrotters’ “Washington their community proud with their since I was five years old. Each step of the street to impress our friends. Samantha as her friends. Generals Revenge” tour. This is the brave service and exemplary char- on the journey has been a joy.” AF: No, Katie will be living in Kather- first time they’ve played the Gener- acter, according to a press release. For more information on the Har- FN: Care to share your most em- ine’s basement. als in five years, and they plan to The team also plays a portion of each lem Globetrotters or to purchase tick- barrassing moment at UD? KC: Maggie will be a brand ambassa- Katie Christoff, Katherine Braunscheidel, Annie Grizzell, Maggie Ising and Ashley Fecher live in a log cabin on the far, far side. Chris Santucci/ Photo Editor continue their winning streak that game with a camouflage basketball ets, visit harlemglobetrotters.com. Harlem Globetrotter Scooter Christensen interacts with a fan. Courtesy of Scott Johnson. AG: Maggie kicked someone at Tim’s dor for Papa Johns. has lasted half a century. to show respect. last night. AG: Ashley will still be babysitting They will rise to the challenge “The hero receives a standing ova- AF: I think the most embarrassing “her lady.” AF: Enjoy your time here! It goes by thing for me is that the bouncers at KC: Ashley will be one of Leo’s (our too quickly. Milano’s and Tim’s don’t check my landlord) people. AG: Don’t cry because it’s over, smile ID anymore. because it happened. Roesch Library showcases diverse Nativity scenes MI: I think Daytona was definitely FN: Do you have any house tradi- KC: Write for Flyer News. Or, at least some of my most embarrassing mo- tions? read Flyer News. MADELINE DOMAN various artwork narrating the story Frisk said. In the center of the vil- ments. KC and AF: (Singing) Mimosa Satur- Staff Writer of Jesus’ birth through hand carved lage, there is a Nativity scene where KB: I screamed down Brown Street day! Mimosa Saturday! FN: Describe the perfect New pictures and people surrounding the people are shown gathering and hon- one night “I HATE BOYFRIENDS!” AG: Quesadillas. Year’s Eve. The Christmas season is finally Nativity of Christ. Viewers should oring Jesus. Frisk said the Nativity KC: All I have to say is, “What rhymes AF: Kim K’s Hollywood game. AG: There’s no such thing. here and the University of Dayton’s become more engaged as they go scene represents Jesus’ beginning with hug me?” AG: We’re addicted. I’ve played that at AF: Singing karaoke with Troy Roesch Library once again presents across the panel of different designs and his future growth in the arms of AG: Freshman year I was wearing a Milano’s before. Bolton. Like in “High School Musi- its annual Marian Nativity display. It presented. his family. She said it glorifies and sailor costume for Halloween, and I AF: I’ve been broken up with like six cal.” will remain on display through Sun- Michelle Devitt is responsible for recognizes the holy family and the fell down a hill. times on that game. KC: Like I said, Ashley peaked in high day, Jan. 25. assisting the Marian Library with the importance of the Nativity in the KB: Please make sure to note that I school. with a cup of hot chocolate! The display consists of various second floor Nativity sets. Children birth of Christ. FN: If you knew you could stay at don’t play that game. MI: Making out with Ashton Kutcher types of artwork shown on the first, from different schools around the “Love is the basic reason for Jesus. a certain age forever, what would at midnight. second and seventh floors of the li- area completed for a Nativity scene Through God’s love, he gave us his di- it be, and why? FN: If your house came with a KB: Going to New York City! I’ve nev- December 15 - 17 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. brary. This Nativity display is meant and the winners have their Nativi- vine son who comes to us as a baby KB: I feel like 28 or 30 is a good age. warning label, what would it be? er been before. to show the Catholic meaning of the ties on display throughout the entire and grows in our hearts,” Frisk said. Like in “13 Going on 30.” Thirty, flirty ALL: Flammable. KC: My family goes to New York City Christmas season, the birth of Christ. second floor. She explained that the love shown in and thriving… KB: Our house is made entirely of every year for New Year’s. That’s the We’re helping warm you up for finals with a FREE Hot Chocolate Bar, From the state of California to The seventh floor is composed of the displays is the reason for why we KC: Retirement. wood… best place to be. including all the fixin’s. countries like Fiji, France, Bulgaria, two main parts: the gallery and the live. It is the ultimate eternal destiny. AG: But you’d be old and wrinkly. KC: It’s The Log Cabin. • Come in, relax and take the chill off with a cup of hot chocolate. and Kyrgyzstan, it will showcase museum. “God’s love is given to us through Je- AF: Yeah, you’ll have saggy boobs… AF: Beware: stray cats. FN: What’s your favorite spot at • Learn about the many ways you can access your Day Air account more than 200 uniquely created Na- “It is the story of love created by sus his divine son and through the AG: I’d want to be five, because I was MI: Beware: stray people. UD? tivities from around the world. These expressionist art,” Frisk said. The Nativity, Jesus is forever with us.” still cute and had no responsibilities. AF: I don’t know because we live on during the winter break. exclusive Nativities represent Christ- gallery consists of pictures repre- “Students can look at the baby in AF: I had the most fun in my life when FN: What advice do you guys want Frank Street. • Find out how you could receive a $1,000 scholarship for the next mas through many different eyes senting the Nativity, crucifixion and the manger and think of the mes- I was 17. to give the underclassmen? KC: Irving Commons pool! academic year. from across the globe. resurrection of Christ. sage of love and what it has to do The first floor of Roesch Library showcases Nativity scenes from all over the world through Jan. KC: Ashley peaked in high school. AF: If you tell your dreams before AF: Yes! 25. Chris Santucci/ Photo Editor “The purpose of the first floor The second part is a museum with their life,” she said. By seeing MI: I’d say 16 too! High school was breakfast, they come true. MI: The laundry room at VWK. display is to show the coming of presenting the French village of this Nativity, the UD community is awesome. KB: Do special interest housing. AG: The Galley. Visit us in Marianist Hall, right next to the post office! Jesus Christ and to show the mean- Provence, built in the early 1800s. enlightened about the purpose of the parking, visit http://udayton.edu/ All campus exhibits are closed Dec. AG: I hate you guys. AG: Unless you’d like to live next to KB: I like Starbucks on Brown Street. ing and purpose of life,” library em- “The village is divided between university and the significance of libraries/manger or call 937-229-4265. 24-28, Jan. 1-4 and Jan. 19. All events Grandpa Mick. KC: Yeah, Kath and I are there every ployee and art assistant Sister Jean Christians and communists and il- love for and with Jesus. Guided group tours for six or more are are free and open to the public. FN: Give everyone in your house a KB: And the hospital. day. M. Frisk said. The first floor display, lustrates their journey in coming Exhibit hours vary; for informa- available on request by calling 937-229- superlative. AG: Build as many houses as you can ALL: And of course, Tim’s. called “And now the world,” presents together to find their way to Christ,” tion on exhibits, hours, directions and 4214. AG: Kath would give herself Best (at Tim’s). 8 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com Harlem Globetrotters to play New Year’s Eve ERIN CALLAHAN with quick feet and coordination – tion every single night,” Christensen The Women of Chief A&E Writer nearly every player has a basketball said. “It exhilarates them, and it record to their name – and with a gives us a chance to thank them for After 89 years and 20,000 games, bond that goes deeper than “team.” their services. Anytime we do that it PROFILE the Harlem Globetrotters are inter- “We’re gone from home six to takes me back to our military tour, 58 Frank nationally known for pairing bas- eight months out of the year, so when we were able to give the men ketball with comedic entertainment, we’re with each other more than we and women a break to watch us play. including skillful dribbling and pass- are with our own families,” Chris- They would ask where we’re from, ing, trick shots, spinning basketballs tensen said. “So in a way they are and if any of us were from the same KATY HOEPER Hair. on their fingertips and plenty of fan like my second family.” town, it felt like they knew you or Staff Writer KB: Maggie is Most Likely to Order interaction. The team has traveled to over 100 were automatically closer to you.” Papa Johns. On Dec. 31 at 2 p.m., they will face countries and experienced once-in- Due to the amount of traveling, FN: How did you ladies meet? MI: On my dad’s AmEx. the Washington Generals at the Nut- a-lifetime opportunities over the the players rely on Skype and phone Maggie Ising: Katherine introduced AG: Actually, we’re not most likely to ter Center for a night of family fun. years. Christensen recalls his most calls to remain close to their fami- me to everyone. do anything. We’re all wildcards. This will be their 15th consecutive memorable moment playing on an lies back home. In the off-season, Ashley Fecher: Annie offered me a New Year’s Eve game in Dayton. aircraft carrier in the middle of the the team family goes bowling and job when she was drunk. FN: If you guys were to be visit- The roster features Big Easy Lof- ocean. tries their voices at karaoke bars. Annie Grizzell: Ashley is now my su- ing for your 10-year reunion, what ton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Christensen also recollects the Christensen said he thinks he could pervisor… would everyone be up to? Thunder Law, Bull Bullard, Firefly military tour spent in Iraq and Bagh- speak for the team when he says, be- Katie Christoff: Annie, Kath and I MI: Katherine’s going to be super suc- Fisher and Moose Weekes – plus dad and is reminded of it often. yond the game, the camaraderie is have been in Phi Beta Chi, the com- cessful, and if she has children she’s female stars TNT Maddox, T-Time During every one of the 310-plus what they’ll remember most when munication fraternity, together since going to be a stay-at-home mom and Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu. games played in North America their time with the Globetrotters is freshman year. still be awesome at her job and do it Scooter Christensen, a guard who during the “Washington Generals finished. AG: I met Maggie the day we moved all. has played for the Globetrotters for Revenge” tour, the team honors a “My favorite part of being on the in. AF: Annie will be in Spain. 10 years, promises fans an experi- Harlem Globetrotters Hometown team: I really enjoy my teammates,” Katherine Braunscheidel: Ashley and AG: Hopefully, I’ll be married to Paco. ence unlike any other – whether Hero. This is an active, wounded Christensen said. “This has by far I really bonded when we went for a MI: Katie will be like Carrie from you’re eight years old, or 80. or retired member of the military been the best basketball experience “run” together, but really walked the “Sex and the City,” writing her arti- The New Year’s Eve game is part nominated by fans who has made I’ve ever had, and I’ve been playing whole way and sprinted down the end cles with Miranda and Charlotte and of the Globetrotters’ “Washington their community proud with their since I was five years old. Each step of the street to impress our friends. Samantha as her friends. Generals Revenge” tour. This is the brave service and exemplary char- on the journey has been a joy.” AF: No, Katie will be living in Kather- first time they’ve played the Gener- acter, according to a press release. For more information on the Har- FN: Care to share your most em- ine’s basement. als in five years, and they plan to The team also plays a portion of each lem Globetrotters or to purchase tick- barrassing moment at UD? KC: Maggie will be a brand ambassa- Katie Christoff, Katherine Braunscheidel, Annie Grizzell, Maggie Ising and Ashley Fecher live in a log cabin on the far, far side. Chris Santucci/ Photo Editor continue their winning streak that game with a camouflage basketball ets, visit harlemglobetrotters.com. Harlem Globetrotter Scooter Christensen interacts with a fan. Courtesy of Scott Johnson. AG: Maggie kicked someone at Tim’s dor for Papa Johns. has lasted half a century. to show respect. last night. AG: Ashley will still be babysitting They will rise to the challenge “The hero receives a standing ova- AF: I think the most embarrassing “her lady.” AF: Enjoy your time here! It goes by thing for me is that the bouncers at KC: Ashley will be one of Leo’s (our too quickly. Milano’s and Tim’s don’t check my landlord) people. AG: Don’t cry because it’s over, smile ID anymore. because it happened. Roesch Library showcases diverse Nativity scenes MI: I think Daytona was definitely FN: Do you have any house tradi- KC: Write for Flyer News. Or, at least some of my most embarrassing mo- tions? read Flyer News. MADELINE DOMAN various artwork narrating the story Frisk said. In the center of the vil- ments. KC and AF: (Singing) Mimosa Satur- Staff Writer of Jesus’ birth through hand carved lage, there is a Nativity scene where KB: I screamed down Brown Street day! Mimosa Saturday! FN: Describe the perfect New pictures and people surrounding the people are shown gathering and hon- one night “I HATE BOYFRIENDS!” AG: Quesadillas. Year’s Eve. The Christmas season is finally Nativity of Christ. Viewers should oring Jesus. Frisk said the Nativity KC: All I have to say is, “What rhymes AF: Kim K’s Hollywood game. AG: There’s no such thing. here and the University of Dayton’s become more engaged as they go scene represents Jesus’ beginning with hug me?” AG: We’re addicted. I’ve played that at AF: Singing karaoke with Troy Roesch Library once again presents across the panel of different designs and his future growth in the arms of AG: Freshman year I was wearing a Milano’s before. Bolton. Like in “High School Musi- its annual Marian Nativity display. It presented. his family. She said it glorifies and sailor costume for Halloween, and I AF: I’ve been broken up with like six cal.” will remain on display through Sun- Michelle Devitt is responsible for recognizes the holy family and the fell down a hill. times on that game. KC: Like I said, Ashley peaked in high day, Jan. 25. assisting the Marian Library with the importance of the Nativity in the KB: Please make sure to note that I school. with a cup of hot chocolate! The display consists of various second floor Nativity sets. Children birth of Christ. FN: If you knew you could stay at don’t play that game. MI: Making out with Ashton Kutcher types of artwork shown on the first, from different schools around the “Love is the basic reason for Jesus. a certain age forever, what would at midnight. second and seventh floors of the li- area completed for a Nativity scene Through God’s love, he gave us his di- it be, and why? FN: If your house came with a KB: Going to New York City! I’ve nev- December 15 - 17 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. brary. This Nativity display is meant and the winners have their Nativi- vine son who comes to us as a baby KB: I feel like 28 or 30 is a good age. warning label, what would it be? er been before. to show the Catholic meaning of the ties on display throughout the entire and grows in our hearts,” Frisk said. Like in “13 Going on 30.” Thirty, flirty ALL: Flammable. KC: My family goes to New York City Christmas season, the birth of Christ. second floor. She explained that the love shown in and thriving… KB: Our house is made entirely of every year for New Year’s. That’s the We’re helping warm you up for finals with a FREE Hot Chocolate Bar, From the state of California to The seventh floor is composed of the displays is the reason for why we KC: Retirement. wood… best place to be. including all the fixin’s. countries like Fiji, France, Bulgaria, two main parts: the gallery and the live. It is the ultimate eternal destiny. AG: But you’d be old and wrinkly. KC: It’s The Log Cabin. • Come in, relax and take the chill off with a cup of hot chocolate. and Kyrgyzstan, it will showcase museum. “God’s love is given to us through Je- AF: Yeah, you’ll have saggy boobs… AF: Beware: stray cats. FN: What’s your favorite spot at • Learn about the many ways you can access your Day Air account more than 200 uniquely created Na- “It is the story of love created by sus his divine son and through the AG: I’d want to be five, because I was MI: Beware: stray people. UD? tivities from around the world. These expressionist art,” Frisk said. The Nativity, Jesus is forever with us.” still cute and had no responsibilities. AF: I don’t know because we live on during the winter break. exclusive Nativities represent Christ- gallery consists of pictures repre- “Students can look at the baby in AF: I had the most fun in my life when FN: What advice do you guys want Frank Street. • Find out how you could receive a $1,000 scholarship for the next mas through many different eyes senting the Nativity, crucifixion and the manger and think of the mes- I was 17. to give the underclassmen? KC: Irving Commons pool! academic year. from across the globe. resurrection of Christ. sage of love and what it has to do The first floor of Roesch Library showcases Nativity scenes from all over the world through Jan. KC: Ashley peaked in high school. AF: If you tell your dreams before AF: Yes! 25. Chris Santucci/ Photo Editor “The purpose of the first floor The second part is a museum with their life,” she said. By seeing MI: I’d say 16 too! High school was breakfast, they come true. MI: The laundry room at VWK. display is to show the coming of presenting the French village of this Nativity, the UD community is awesome. KB: Do special interest housing. AG: The Galley. Visit us in Marianist Hall, right next to the post office! Jesus Christ and to show the mean- Provence, built in the early 1800s. enlightened about the purpose of the parking, visit http://udayton.edu/ All campus exhibits are closed Dec. AG: I hate you guys. AG: Unless you’d like to live next to KB: I like Starbucks on Brown Street. ing and purpose of life,” library em- “The village is divided between university and the significance of libraries/manger or call 937-229-4265. 24-28, Jan. 1-4 and Jan. 19. All events Grandpa Mick. KC: Yeah, Kath and I are there every ployee and art assistant Sister Jean Christians and communists and il- love for and with Jesus. Guided group tours for six or more are are free and open to the public. FN: Give everyone in your house a KB: And the hospital. day. M. Frisk said. The first floor display, lustrates their journey in coming Exhibit hours vary; for informa- available on request by calling 937-229- superlative. AG: Build as many houses as you can ALL: And of course, Tim’s. called “And now the world,” presents together to find their way to Christ,” tion on exhibits, hours, directions and 4214. AG: Kath would give herself Best (at Tim’s). 10 OPINIONS OPINIONS 11 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com Letter to the editor “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it’s the only thing that ever has.” Recent deaths at officers’ hands demand action Recently there have been many ness and heartache swept through men are 21 times more likely to more likely to get called back for being fearful or racially profiled —Margaret Mead cases of black men being killed by people across the world. be killed by police based off of a job than a black person with is worth fighting for. Making sure American anthropologist, 1901–1978 police officers. John Crawford in Many will argue that violence is federal data from 1980-2012. The similar qualifications and a clean a black child receives the same ed- Beavercreek, Ohio, and Tamir not the answer. However, history data shows that black teens ages record. ucation as a white child is worth Rice, a 12-year-old boy in Cleve- shows us that when white people 15-19 are killed at a rate of 31.17 I use these statistics to show fighting for. Black lives matter. We fneditorial land, were both shot and killed have wanted something, violence per million, while their white that the protests and demonstra- deserve justice, and fairness, and Law enforcement rules need change for having toy guns. Eric Garner was a viable option. America was counterparts are killed at a rate tions going on are not about the that is a reason to fight! ROLLERCOASTER: was killed in New York City by a built on the genocide of one race of just 1.47 per million. Although killing of a single black teenager. Instead of condemning black spent on body cameras for law sometimes, especially since most police officer who used an illegal and the enslavement of another. white people commit the majority The rage that black people feel people for the stance they are NEW MEMBERS, READERS JOIN THE RIDE enforcement. Of course, with this of the horror stories involving chokehold. Many people praise the events of crimes, black people make up goes beyond them getting shot and taking, why not ask the question, announcement comes the fact police officers seem to revolve Garner told the officer, “I can’t of the Boston Tea Party, because the majority of prisons. killed by police. The inequality in “Why are people of all races an- In this section, we often encourage our readers to follow the news and that there’s no regulation for us- around a white officer attacking breathe” 11 times. those people were fighting injus- According to the FBI, 69.3 per- America touches every aspect of gry enough to protest?” Everyone be critical of the world around them, and we do our best to help make ing these cameras. When should an unarmed person of color. But Perhaps the most famous of tice. cent of crimes and 58.7 percent of black lives, making it significantly has something they are willing this publication accessible both in print and online. So we’re proud to they be turned off? Do they need I can almost guarantee that if you these cases is the case of Michael The destruction of property violent crimes are committed by more difficult for blacks to thrive to go to the street and fight for. announce another change coming to Flyer News. to record everything the officer compare the headline-making Brown — an unarmed teenager was permissible in that instance. white people, but whites are incar- in this country. Black people are saying enough Next semester, we will provide another way for readers to receive STEVEN GOODMAN does while on duty? And so on and events with every single police shot and killed by police officer The protests taking place around cerated at a rate of 380 per 100,000 Martin Luther King Jr. stated, is enough. Flyer News: delivered straight to our readers’ email inboxes. Asst. Opinions Editor so forth. officer encounter, the shootings Darren Wilson. In three of these the nation are a response to injus- while blacks are incarcerated at a “Freedom is never given by the We value our lives and we are Whether you can’t wait to see it on the stands or you don’t have time While an ideal world would have and other violent acts are in the cases, the officers were not in- tice and violence. But in these in- rate of 2,207 per 100,000. oppressor; it must be demanded demanding that this system, and to browse the website, we hope this will provide you with a new, quick Until a few months ago, I, and all the concerns surrounding body minority. dicted by a grand jury. People in stances, black people are labeled The inequality in the U.S. ex- by the oppressed.” Right now this country that serves and pro- way to access the top stories affecting the University of Dayton com- I’m assuming most of the country, cameras hashed out prior to their Body cameras may be a step in Ferguson, Missouri, began pro- savages, criminals and animals. tends beyond black people and the black people are fighting for rights tects its white citizens so well, munity. Readers will be able to sign up for the email through a free had never even heard of Ferguson, use, it most likely will not happen. the right direction. I remember testing shortly after Mike Brown Some people think black people law. Studies show that minorities that were never meant for them. serves and protects us, too. subscription service and will receive an email every week there’s a new Missouri. Now, this town is making The body cameras themselves seeing an article that compared was killed, and they continued to are fighting for a cause that does were more likely to get denied a We are fighting to be a part of a Flyer News publication. front page news every day in the are not a bad idea, it might have the U.S.’s police officers to those bring attention to the situation not exist. Many people believe that mortgage loan than white people system that was created with the There have been highs and lows this semester. We can’t predict what’s United States, and its struggle has changed the protests that went on of other countries around the until the grand jury decision. we live in a society where race is with a similar credit score. A mindset that black people were going to happen in the future, but we can make sure you have access to even become major news in some in Ferguson, but it will most likely world. Reading that, our law en- Once the decision was released not a factor. Statistics show that study published in the American three-fifths of a person. Rights ADANNA SMITH the information when it comes. It’s just one more way we hope to give other countries. require years of writing the book forcement agents do seem more that officer Darren Wilson would race does in fact play a major role Journal of Sociology found that are worth fighting for. Being able Junior you up-to-date access to all of your University of Dayton news. The actual event that took place, as we go. The fact that body cam- prone to a “shoot to kill” attitude not be indicted, rage, hopeless- in your life as an American. Black a white person with a felony was to walk down the street without Biology With change in mind, we remember that the semester isn’t the only the killing of Michael Brown, eras are being introduced at all than a disabling shot that would al- thing that’s ending this month for some students. This month also sig- raised a lot of concerns in this reminds me of the saying “it takes low the person to live. I’m sure to nifies a change in the staff of Flyer News. Some are leaving to pursue country — particularly about race one to ruin it for the rest of us.” many people body cameras seem fnstaff 2014–2015 educational opportunities abroad and hope to return in future semes- and the role of police officers.Un- One of the results of the shoot- reminiscent of the novel “1984.” ters, while others are signing this editorial as their final word before fortunately, it usually takes a trag- ing in Ferguson seemed to be the Of course, if some regulations Garner nonindictment continues trend they move on to post-grad life. We wish them, and all other graduating edy before major issues are actu- labeling of all law enforcement of- could be put into place prior to giv- EDITOR-IN-CHIEF COPY EDITOR seniors, only the best, and hope they’ll remember that we always like ally scrutinized and a solution is ficers as terrible people. ing a camera to every officer in the tive of how the judicial process as We need the people who are re- to hear from them, whether that’s through a letter to the editor or a sought. Obviously not all police officers country, everything might change. a whole is flawed. This leaves some sponsible for protecting the laws CC Hutten Allie Gauthier friendly email. This shooting and the violent would have acted in the same way, And who knows, maybe recording to call for a fundamental change in of society to be accountable for (CONTACT: [email protected]) We’re excited to greet our new staff members in the spring and look protests that followed turned into but it tends to be the most horri- every police interaction would the way the police operate due to their actions. ART DIRECTOR forward to the new ideas they will bring with them. Roger Hoke will the kind of tragedy that pushes fying news that makes headlines. make all the difference? the decision. It’s not technology that we need MANAGING EDITOR CIRCULATION MANAGER assume the role as News Editor, assisted by Mary Macrae; Keith Radd those in charge to rethink policy. Either way, there’s still another Either way, there’s apparently It’s ridiculous that a man lost to change. It’s the rules and the will be taking over as Sports Editor; and Louis De Gruy will be manag- One of the more recent announce- majority that doesn’t seem to label something missing in the training his life over a cigarette. This people that enforce them that need Matthew Worsham Meghan Ostermueller ing contributors’ voices as Opinions Editor. ments to come as a result of Mi- law enforcement as “bad people,” of our law enforcement officers should lead to scrutiny toward the to. In the video Eric Garner is seen E VA N S H A U B NEWS EDITOR ASST. ART DIRECTOR We look forward to the changes we’re going to make in the new year chael Brown’s death is that $75 but still claims they target certain that needs to be addressed in one way these court cases are decided. yelling “I can’t breathe!” repeat- Opinions Editor and to new opportunities to provide you with the news you need on the million of federal money will be races. It does seem to be the case way or another. Both of the Garner and Brown edly, but still the officer wouldn’t Roger Hoke Grace Wolford UD community. While the details of what hap- decisions were made in front of let go. pened in the Michael Brown case a district attorney. District attor- If this is regarded as following ASST. NEWS EDITOR WEB EDITOR can be debated, the details of what neys are elected officials so one the rules, then the rules need to Alise Jarmusz Melissa Shaffer happened in the Eric Garner case of the best ways to find a solution change. clearly cannot. could lie in making sure we’re Obviously, not all police officers A&E EDITOR PHOTO EDITOR What changes are you going to make next semester? For those unfamiliar with the electing the right people into are bad, most are good. Most offi- Katie Christoff Chris Santucci Eric Garner case, Garner was a public office. These people are cers are genuine people who want New York native who was killed employed by us, the taxpayers, so to uphold and protect their fellow ASST. A&E EDITOR CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER by a policeman after he was seen they should work to protect our community members. selling loose cigarettes. The whole best interests. A lot of the good that police Mary Kate Dorr Ian Moran incident is on video from start to In the Garner case, a nonindict- officers do also doesn’t make the finish. ment simply doesn’t make any news. OPINIONS EDITOR SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER As a viewer of the video, you see sense. You have all of the proof This isn’t a problem that should Evan Shaub Amanda Dee a verbal altercation break out be- you need in the video. There is no divide the country. It’s something tween Garner and the policeman. doubt about the occurrences that that should unite the country and ASST. OPINIONS EDITOR ASST. SOCIAL MEDIA Eventually, the fight escalates and day. propel it into a more progressive the police officer puts Garner in a That’s the part of it that doesn’t age. We should all be outraged by Steven Goodman MANAGER chokehold. make any sense. It’s one thing to the Eric Garner video. Garner repeatedly yells out “I call for video cameras on police, While it’s easy to get lost in all SPORTS EDITOR Megan Burton can’t breathe” as he is seen being and I believe that could help. But of the talk and noise surrounding Chris Bendel “Spend more time in the library.” “Try to study more.” “Next semester I will be in Rome, and I “Use the gym more.” “Go to the library more often.” choked to death. this whole incident was on video, these issues, remember the real ADVERTISING MANAGER want to be more organized.” All of this is on video, and the and there still was no indictment. tragedy about the situation. ASST. SPORTS EDITOR Aline Leclair officer was still not indicted. This So, the video did nothing for Gar- A man died who didn’t need to. ERIN VANCAMP CARMEN DEROSE ELIZABETH MARTIN DAN BURKE MARK WOODARD Keith Raad (CONTACT:[email protected]) defies logic, but it’s representa- ner’s case. Not much more needs to be said. First Year First Year Sophomore First Year First Year Chemical Engineering Finance English Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering 10 OPINIONS OPINIONS 11 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com Letter to the editor “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it’s the only thing that ever has.” Recent deaths at officers’ hands demand action Recently there have been many ness and heartache swept through men are 21 times more likely to more likely to get called back for being fearful or racially profiled —Margaret Mead cases of black men being killed by people across the world. be killed by police based off of a job than a black person with is worth fighting for. Making sure American anthropologist, 1901–1978 police officers. John Crawford in Many will argue that violence is federal data from 1980-2012. The similar qualifications and a clean a black child receives the same ed- Beavercreek, Ohio, and Tamir not the answer. However, history data shows that black teens ages record. ucation as a white child is worth Rice, a 12-year-old boy in Cleve- shows us that when white people 15-19 are killed at a rate of 31.17 I use these statistics to show fighting for. Black lives matter. We fneditorial land, were both shot and killed have wanted something, violence per million, while their white that the protests and demonstra- deserve justice, and fairness, and Law enforcement rules need change for having toy guns. Eric Garner was a viable option. America was counterparts are killed at a rate tions going on are not about the that is a reason to fight! ROLLERCOASTER: was killed in New York City by a built on the genocide of one race of just 1.47 per million. Although killing of a single black teenager. Instead of condemning black spent on body cameras for law sometimes, especially since most police officer who used an illegal and the enslavement of another. white people commit the majority The rage that black people feel people for the stance they are NEW MEMBERS, READERS JOIN THE RIDE enforcement. Of course, with this of the horror stories involving chokehold. Many people praise the events of crimes, black people make up goes beyond them getting shot and taking, why not ask the question, announcement comes the fact police officers seem to revolve Garner told the officer, “I can’t of the Boston Tea Party, because the majority of prisons. killed by police. The inequality in “Why are people of all races an- In this section, we often encourage our readers to follow the news and that there’s no regulation for us- around a white officer attacking breathe” 11 times. those people were fighting injus- According to the FBI, 69.3 per- America touches every aspect of gry enough to protest?” Everyone be critical of the world around them, and we do our best to help make ing these cameras. When should an unarmed person of color. But Perhaps the most famous of tice. cent of crimes and 58.7 percent of black lives, making it significantly has something they are willing this publication accessible both in print and online. So we’re proud to they be turned off? Do they need I can almost guarantee that if you these cases is the case of Michael The destruction of property violent crimes are committed by more difficult for blacks to thrive to go to the street and fight for. announce another change coming to Flyer News. to record everything the officer compare the headline-making Brown — an unarmed teenager was permissible in that instance. white people, but whites are incar- in this country. Black people are saying enough Next semester, we will provide another way for readers to receive STEVEN GOODMAN does while on duty? And so on and events with every single police shot and killed by police officer The protests taking place around cerated at a rate of 380 per 100,000 Martin Luther King Jr. stated, is enough. Flyer News: delivered straight to our readers’ email inboxes. Asst. Opinions Editor so forth. officer encounter, the shootings Darren Wilson. In three of these the nation are a response to injus- while blacks are incarcerated at a “Freedom is never given by the We value our lives and we are Whether you can’t wait to see it on the stands or you don’t have time While an ideal world would have and other violent acts are in the cases, the officers were not in- tice and violence. But in these in- rate of 2,207 per 100,000. oppressor; it must be demanded demanding that this system, and to browse the website, we hope this will provide you with a new, quick Until a few months ago, I, and all the concerns surrounding body minority. dicted by a grand jury. People in stances, black people are labeled The inequality in the U.S. ex- by the oppressed.” Right now this country that serves and pro- way to access the top stories affecting the University of Dayton com- I’m assuming most of the country, cameras hashed out prior to their Body cameras may be a step in Ferguson, Missouri, began pro- savages, criminals and animals. tends beyond black people and the black people are fighting for rights tects its white citizens so well, munity. Readers will be able to sign up for the email through a free had never even heard of Ferguson, use, it most likely will not happen. the right direction. I remember testing shortly after Mike Brown Some people think black people law. Studies show that minorities that were never meant for them. serves and protects us, too. subscription service and will receive an email every week there’s a new Missouri. Now, this town is making The body cameras themselves seeing an article that compared was killed, and they continued to are fighting for a cause that does were more likely to get denied a We are fighting to be a part of a Flyer News publication. front page news every day in the are not a bad idea, it might have the U.S.’s police officers to those bring attention to the situation not exist. Many people believe that mortgage loan than white people system that was created with the There have been highs and lows this semester. We can’t predict what’s United States, and its struggle has changed the protests that went on of other countries around the until the grand jury decision. we live in a society where race is with a similar credit score. A mindset that black people were going to happen in the future, but we can make sure you have access to even become major news in some in Ferguson, but it will most likely world. Reading that, our law en- Once the decision was released not a factor. Statistics show that study published in the American three-fifths of a person. Rights ADANNA SMITH the information when it comes. It’s just one more way we hope to give other countries. require years of writing the book forcement agents do seem more that officer Darren Wilson would race does in fact play a major role Journal of Sociology found that are worth fighting for. Being able Junior you up-to-date access to all of your University of Dayton news. The actual event that took place, as we go. The fact that body cam- prone to a “shoot to kill” attitude not be indicted, rage, hopeless- in your life as an American. Black a white person with a felony was to walk down the street without Biology With change in mind, we remember that the semester isn’t the only the killing of Michael Brown, eras are being introduced at all than a disabling shot that would al- thing that’s ending this month for some students. This month also sig- raised a lot of concerns in this reminds me of the saying “it takes low the person to live. I’m sure to nifies a change in the staff of Flyer News. Some are leaving to pursue country — particularly about race one to ruin it for the rest of us.” many people body cameras seem fnstaff 2014–2015 educational opportunities abroad and hope to return in future semes- and the role of police officers.Un- One of the results of the shoot- reminiscent of the novel “1984.” ters, while others are signing this editorial as their final word before fortunately, it usually takes a trag- ing in Ferguson seemed to be the Of course, if some regulations Garner nonindictment continues trend they move on to post-grad life. We wish them, and all other graduating edy before major issues are actu- labeling of all law enforcement of- could be put into place prior to giv- EDITOR-IN-CHIEF COPY EDITOR seniors, only the best, and hope they’ll remember that we always like ally scrutinized and a solution is ficers as terrible people. ing a camera to every officer in the tive of how the judicial process as We need the people who are re- to hear from them, whether that’s through a letter to the editor or a sought. Obviously not all police officers country, everything might change. a whole is flawed. This leaves some sponsible for protecting the laws CC Hutten Allie Gauthier friendly email. This shooting and the violent would have acted in the same way, And who knows, maybe recording to call for a fundamental change in of society to be accountable for (CONTACT: [email protected]) We’re excited to greet our new staff members in the spring and look protests that followed turned into but it tends to be the most horri- every police interaction would the way the police operate due to their actions. ART DIRECTOR forward to the new ideas they will bring with them. Roger Hoke will the kind of tragedy that pushes fying news that makes headlines. make all the difference? the decision. It’s not technology that we need MANAGING EDITOR CIRCULATION MANAGER assume the role as News Editor, assisted by Mary Macrae; Keith Radd those in charge to rethink policy. Either way, there’s still another Either way, there’s apparently It’s ridiculous that a man lost to change. It’s the rules and the will be taking over as Sports Editor; and Louis De Gruy will be manag- One of the more recent announce- majority that doesn’t seem to label something missing in the training his life over a cigarette. This people that enforce them that need Matthew Worsham Meghan Ostermueller ing contributors’ voices as Opinions Editor. ments to come as a result of Mi- law enforcement as “bad people,” of our law enforcement officers should lead to scrutiny toward the to. In the video Eric Garner is seen E VA N S H A U B NEWS EDITOR ASST. ART DIRECTOR We look forward to the changes we’re going to make in the new year chael Brown’s death is that $75 but still claims they target certain that needs to be addressed in one way these court cases are decided. yelling “I can’t breathe!” repeat- Opinions Editor and to new opportunities to provide you with the news you need on the million of federal money will be races. It does seem to be the case way or another. Both of the Garner and Brown edly, but still the officer wouldn’t Roger Hoke Grace Wolford UD community. While the details of what hap- decisions were made in front of let go. pened in the Michael Brown case a district attorney. District attor- If this is regarded as following ASST. NEWS EDITOR WEB EDITOR can be debated, the details of what neys are elected officials so one the rules, then the rules need to Alise Jarmusz Melissa Shaffer happened in the Eric Garner case of the best ways to find a solution change. clearly cannot. could lie in making sure we’re Obviously, not all police officers A&E EDITOR PHOTO EDITOR What changes are you going to make next semester? For those unfamiliar with the electing the right people into are bad, most are good. Most offi- Katie Christoff Chris Santucci Eric Garner case, Garner was a public office. These people are cers are genuine people who want New York native who was killed employed by us, the taxpayers, so to uphold and protect their fellow ASST. A&E EDITOR CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER by a policeman after he was seen they should work to protect our community members. selling loose cigarettes. The whole best interests. A lot of the good that police Mary Kate Dorr Ian Moran incident is on video from start to In the Garner case, a nonindict- officers do also doesn’t make the finish. ment simply doesn’t make any news. OPINIONS EDITOR SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER As a viewer of the video, you see sense. You have all of the proof This isn’t a problem that should Evan Shaub Amanda Dee a verbal altercation break out be- you need in the video. There is no divide the country. It’s something tween Garner and the policeman. doubt about the occurrences that that should unite the country and ASST. OPINIONS EDITOR ASST. SOCIAL MEDIA Eventually, the fight escalates and day. propel it into a more progressive the police officer puts Garner in a That’s the part of it that doesn’t age. We should all be outraged by Steven Goodman MANAGER chokehold. make any sense. It’s one thing to the Eric Garner video. Garner repeatedly yells out “I call for video cameras on police, While it’s easy to get lost in all SPORTS EDITOR Megan Burton can’t breathe” as he is seen being and I believe that could help. But of the talk and noise surrounding Chris Bendel “Spend more time in the library.” “Try to study more.” “Next semester I will be in Rome, and I “Use the gym more.” “Go to the library more often.” choked to death. this whole incident was on video, these issues, remember the real ADVERTISING MANAGER want to be more organized.” All of this is on video, and the and there still was no indictment. tragedy about the situation. ASST. SPORTS EDITOR Aline Leclair officer was still not indicted. This So, the video did nothing for Gar- A man died who didn’t need to. ERIN VANCAMP CARMEN DEROSE ELIZABETH MARTIN DAN BURKE MARK WOODARD Keith Raad (CONTACT:[email protected]) defies logic, but it’s representa- ner’s case. Not much more needs to be said. First Year First Year Sophomore First Year First Year Chemical Engineering Finance English Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering 12 OPINIONS SPORTS 13 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com Commercialization masks meaning of some holidays MEN’S BASKETBALL

The National Retail Federa- ness that all the Whos down in people will be employed because fessional sports game, or another Flyers win fourth in a row, host Bowling Green tion, the United States’ largest Whoville still have the holiday of this holiday. wants to learn the piano or learn DANIEL MASSA about bad games that I’ve had,” Pierre The second half was quite an up- retail trade group is estimated to joy despite being robbed of their Most of these are temporary, to pick up some hobby. Even bet- Staff Writer said. “It was good to see the ball go into and-down affair, as the Flyers stormed account for $617 billion in sales in gifts. Toward the end of the film minimum wage jobs that demand ter yet, you could use that $800 the basket today, and I’m happy I could out of the gate to take an 11-point lead November and December. the narrator says, “Christmas long hours and possible work on a family vacation they won’t The University of Dayton men’s help my team get a win.” with 17:03 left in the half. The Eagles, According to a Gallup Poll, 25 doesn’t come from a store, maybe shifts on Thanksgiving, Christ- forget. basketball team improved its record Eastern Michigan’s fourth-year though, clawed their way back into the percent of Americans are plan- Christmas perhaps means a little mas and New Year’s, and once it’s Parents need to invest in their to 6-1 this season with a 73-64 victory head coach, Rob Murphy, a former game behind the play of Raven Lee, ning to spend $1,000 or more on bit more.” all over they go back to being un- kids, not just give them want they over Eastern Michigan Saturday at UD Syracuse assistant, brought Syra- who had 16 second-half points, includ- holiday gifts, and the average (in- While this is a great way to employed. What a drag. want. Arena. cuse’s famed zone defense with him to ing a free throw to tie the game at 56 CHRIS ZIMMER cluding zero) is $720. teach your kids not to be so upset Number two, stop spending as Lastly, we need to do away with Sophomore forward Kendall Pollard UD Arena. with 5:50 left. Columnist, Junior This is considered OK given our about not getting their favorite toy much. the Santa Claus myth. Yes, it’s led the Flyers with a career-high 16 The Flyers appeared to get more Dayton responded with a 9-0 run to country is still recovering from for Christmas, it’s a contradiction While the 800,000 “Christmas fun, but it’s secular. points and also grabbed nine rebounds, comfortable against the zone as the take a 65-56 lead with 1:47 left, and EMU It’s that magical time of the the infamous “recession of 2008.” to American behavior. workers” are only employed to It might have been inspired by matching a career high. game went along, shooting 54 percent never got closer than seven points for year again when we put up fake In the two years prior to that, $800 If there was no Santa Claus meet the $617 billion demand of St. Nicholas, but no cartoon tells Missing out on even more scoring in the second half to finish the game, a the rest of the game. pine trees, hang lights on our was the average Christmas gift myth there’d be no capitalist retail products, we have to recon- the real folklore behind the holy opportunities, Pollard continued his 21-46 mark, good for 45.7 percent. The Flyers end their three-game roofs and consume an immense budget. Christmas as we know it, and the sider why we’re actually buying- man. struggles at the free throw line, con- Head coach Archie Miller and his stretch of Mid-American Conference amount of eggnog — Christmas Despite an international eco- joy and memories attached to the material items that won’t last. All kids see is an obese man, verting only six of his 14 attempts. staff often placed Pierre at the free opponents when they host Bowling season is in full swing. nomic crisis, we’re still willing holiday would cease to exist. Yes, a new iPhone will last longer who breaks into your house once “I need to practice those [free throw line to help penetrate the zone. Green Tuesday at 7 p.m. at UD Arena. While Advent started Sunday, to drop big bucks on toys that’ll I’m not proposing we end this than a Barbie, and clothes will go a year, and eats your cookies and throws],” Pollard said. “It’s not frus- Pierre drew some high praise from his The Falcons are 5-1 on the season Nov. 30 this year, the American break, video games that’ll be cultural tradition of buying, giv- out of style. drinks your milk. trating when I don’t get to the line. It’s coach after the game. and are led by first-year head coach tradition of what I call “capital- lame, and presents that’ll be for- ing and receiving gifts to and from Say for instance a middle-class This would provide kids to frustrating when I do because if I don’t “He’s the best I’ve been around Chris Jans, who was previously an as- ist Christmas” started before gotten. friends and family, but we need to family with four kids has a $200 embrace the real “reason of the hit my shots that stays with me for five other than Derrick Williams [whom sociate head coach at Wichita State. Halloween with advertisements All for what? rethink the way we do it. budget. season” and save the waterfall plays.” Miller coached as an assistant at Ari- On the court, Richaun Holmes, an regarding this season’s best toys A few home videos of our kids’ For one, we need to examine the Instead of buying “stuff” that of tears after parents tell their Junior forward Dyshawn Pierre zona] who plays for the [Sacramento] imposing presence at six feet eight and deals. faces seeing what Santa Claus employees of Christmas. will break, maybe we should in- kids they’ve constantly lied to and senior guard Jordan Sibert each Kings,” Miller said of Pierre’s ability to inches and 245 pounds, leads Bowling The two holiday traditions are brought overnight? In 2008, there were 264,000 holi- vest that $200 in experiences that their faces for the past seven to chipped in with 15 points. Pierre, who play against the middle of a zone. “He’s Green in both points and rebounds, conflicting and say a lot about our In the classic movie “How the day or seasonal jobs. will change them. Maybe your 10 years. struggled earlier in the week at Miami great in tight spaces.” averaging 12.7 points and 8.8 boards society. Grinch Stole Christmas” we wit- In 2014, an expected 800,000 son wants to attend his first pro- (OH), responded with a strong perfor- Both teams struggled a bit early on per game. He is also tied for 30th in the mance shooting six-of-seven from the the offensive end, with the Flyers head- nation among all Division I players in field. Sibert also came down with a ing into halftime shooting 36.4 percent, blocked shots, rejecting 2.67 per game. career-high seven rebounds. while the Eagles converted only 32.1 “I think the game on Tuesday will Sophomore forward Kendall Pollard attacks the rim against Eastern Michigan “My teammates and coaches talked percent of their first half field goal -at be as physical of a game we’ve played University Saturday at UD Arena. Pollard recorded a career-high 16 points and Columnist shares final thoughts before graduation to me and said that they needed me to tempts. Dayton took a 28-26 lead into all season,” Miller said. “We’re going also grabbed nine rebounds. Jed Gerlach/Staff Photographer be more aggressive and to just forget halftime. to have be locked in and ready to go.” This December, I am gra- believe this. You have to have many times, we take for grant- and they think it is our wealth When I left for college, I dating early from the Univer- faith that we are all here to ed the fact that we had the priv- the gives us power. In these knew what I believed. I was sity of Dayton, an achievement fulfill a good purpose. All of us ilege of being born American. past few years, I’ve learned it leaving home. I was leaving both my family and I are very are important. We were meant It is not a right, but in fact a is not our resources that makes my family, my brotherhood SPORTS STANDINGS proud of. Now, if you’re expect- to do something special. privilege. us the greatest country in the and my community. But leav- as of 12/7/2014 at noon ing this to be a love letter of I’ve had the privilege to be I believe our country, our world; it is free people choos- ing home isn’t all that bad. how I will miss college or how educated in Catholic schools land and our people were ing to unite together. With leaving, we find out Football Final Women’s Basketball much fun I had here, you are my entire life. I’ve learned a lot blessed by something greater. I believe in home. A place what home is and was. We find Men’s Basketball Volleyball Final mistaken. Rather, I thought I throughout the years about my We have an inherent duty to that you call yours, a place out out how it formed us. When we would share with you what has faith as well as others’. How- lead when others will not. Our of all the places in the world leave, we take a little of home Pl Team Ovr Conf. Pl Team Ovr Conf. Pl Team Ovr Conf. Pl Team Ovr Conf. gotten me to this point in my ever one man, my high school founding fathers and mothers you belong. Home is not just with us, and we began to make life and what will continue to theology teacher Jim Skerl, knew this; our ancestors knew home, but rather your own a new one based on the values, 1. San Diego 9-3 7-1 1. Geo. Washington 6-2 0-0 1. Davidson 6-1 0-0 1. Dayton 29-5 13-1 guide me as I go forward. taught me all I needed to know this. It is important we don’t little heaven. principles and beliefs of what There are three things that about faith. In 10 seconds. He ever forget this. Home comes with family, our family taught us. 2. Dayton 8-3 6-2 2. La Salle 6-2 0-0 2. Dayton 6-1 0-0 2. Geo. Washington 22-8 11-3 have defined me as a person said, “If we trust that the Lord One day, the time will come brotherhood and community. I hope you find what your 3. St. Bonaventure 6-2 0-0 3. St. Bonaventure 6-1 0-0 and served as a guide to where loves us, what the heck, we can when America needs her At home, you can mess up and trident is. 3. Drake 7-4 6-2 3. St. Louis 21-10 9-5 I am headed. accomplish anything.” citizens most. We will have a no one cares, you can build I hope you always continue I call it my trident: God, Whatever or whoever you choice to make: to stand unit- something all the way to the to believe in something great- 4. Richmond 5-3 0-0 4. Rhode Island 5-2 0-0 4. Campbell 5-7 4-4 4. Rhode Island 18-10 9-5 country and family. believe in, know this — our ed as one or stand divided and top, knock it down and start er than yourselves, find unity 5. Duquesne Everyone believes in some- day will come once we achieve fall. over again. It is a place where where others cannot and never 4-3 0-0 5. Geo. Washington 4-2 0-0 thing. Some believe in a god, what we are meant to do. Un- I have tried and will contin- you can be yourself and not forget the importance of your 5. Marist 4-7 4-4 5. Duquesne 16-12 9-5 6. Saint Louis 4-3 0-0 6. UMass 5-3 0-0 some believe in themselves and til then follow your heart and ue to try to unite, even when someone you’re not. family. some believe in others. For me, open your mind to be the best unity seems impossible. You Home defines you: your val- 6. Stetson 5-7 3-5 7. George Mason 5-4 0-0 7. St. Louis 5-3 0-0 6. VCU 17-13 9-5 I believe in God. I know there you can be. see, people think that it is our ues, your principles and your is something out there that If you have been following abundant land that gives us beliefs. Without it, you are 7. Morehead St. 4-8 3-5 8. Fordham 4-4 0-0 8. VCU 5-3 0-0 7. La Salle 10-21 3-11 is greater than myself. If you my writing, you know I have a surplus, they think it is our nothing, and with it, you are KEVIN JOSEPH want to succeed you have to great love for my country. Too military that makes us strong everything. Columnist 8. Butler 4-7 2-6 9. UMass 4-4 0-0 9. Duquesne 3-2 0-0 8. Fordham 3-25 3-11 10. VCU 4-4 0-0 10. La Salle 4-4 0-0 9. Valparaiso 4-8 2-6 9. George Mason 6-21 2-12 ourpolicy 11. Dayton 3-3 0-0 11. Saint Joseph’s 4-4 0-0 CORRECTION: 10. Davidson 1-11 0-8 10. Davidson 4-20 2-12 Flyer News is the student-run newspaper of the University of Dayton. It works to serve the Opinions editorials can be submitted at any time to 12. Davidson 3-4 0-0 12. 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George Mason 2-6 0-0 14 SPORTS SPORTS 15 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VOLLEYBALL Dayton returns home, now over .500 Flyers knocked out of NCAA’s by No. 5 Penn State KEITH RAAD cent of the attacks to the outside pin. hon notched a combined 29 kills. First- STEVEN MILLER Asst. Sports Editor Senior middle blocker Isolde Hannan year setter Jane Emmenecker tallied a Staff Writer capitalized on five of her 12 swings, career-high 61 assists. Sometimes Goliath has a few sling- committing no errors. The 2014 season marked the back- shots of his own. “We’ve played big teams before,” on-track season Flyers fans were Unfazed by a shaky start against Despite 12 service errors, Pennsyl- Jones said. “Earlier this season we looking for and then some after a dis- stiff competition, the UD women’s vania State University’s .436 hitting played Nebraska and we hung with appointing 16-13 record in 2013. This basketball team began turning things percentage knocked off Dayton volley- them. I think we had the mindset that year, Dayton volleyball captured its around in their last three contests. ball in the NCAA Tournament Round if we play our game, we can hang with ninth Atlantic 10 Conference Tourna- With a 63-61 victory over Purdue of 32, in just three sets Saturday. them.” ment title, defeating George Washing- University Sunday, the Flyers moved The No. 5 Nittany Lions moved to Penn State’s numerous weapons ton University in four sets. Dayton took above .500 for the first time all season 32-3, while the Flyers ended the season spread the Dayton block thin across home four of the five major awards at and now sit at 4-3 overall. with a record of 30-6. Dayton stands as the net. Five of the six Penn State at- the end of the season. Tightening up the defense and one of only five teams in the country to tackers hit over .300, with three hitting With only two seniors graduating, keeping the offense moving have put together 30 or more wins. over .530. Dayton blocked a season-low Hannan and Rachel Jones, the Fly- been the points of emphasis over re- “[Penn State] is the best or one of the two balls in the three set match. ers return a plethora of weapons for cent weeks. best volleyball programs that has ever Dayton native Megan Courtney of 2015. Atlantic 10 Conference Player Three consecutive victories have been put together,” head coach Tim Penn State led the Nittany Lions with of the Year Turner, and Loiars, Jenna helped right the ship, but the team Horsmon said. “Beyond their physi- an 11-kill, zero error performance. The Jendryk and Janna Krafka will be en- understands the improvements that cality they’re well coached, they do all Nittany Lions search for their sixth tering their senior seasons next year. need to be made in order to jump of the little things well, they pass and title in eight years, and will head to Starters Jessica Sloan, Erhahon, and back into the national conversation. serve, are technically very sound and Louisville for a Sweet Sixteen matchup Emmenecker approach their sopho- It was time to jumpstart the season have great athletes.” against 12-ranked UCLA. more seasons. when Dayton hit the court against Penn State put to rest a Dayton team “You don’t get many breaks,” Hor- Jones envisions even bigger things Providence College Nov. 26 at UD that racked up 30 wins in a single sea- smon said. “Obviously we had a tough for her teammates returning next sea- Arena after beginning the season son for the first time since 2009. The matchup today, played a really good son and in years to come. 2-3. The Flyers took care of business Flyers put together hot streaks of nine team, and I think we could have played “We’ve had a hell of a season,” as senior guard Andrea Hoover led straight and 14 straight wins during better, but it was just an awesome sea- Jones said. “We accomplished our goal the team with 27 points and nine re- the season. son for our kids.” of regaining a conference and tourna- Middle blocker Isolde Hannan and outside hitter Jill Loiars attempt the block bounds in the 72-56 victory. Dayton junior outside hitters Alaina The Flyers faced Penn State after a ment championship. It feels good. I just against George Washington University in the Atlantic 10 championship in After a week’s rest, Dayton trav- Turner and Jill Loiars combined for 17 four-set round one victory over Amer- wish my teammates the best of luck November. Zoey Xia/Staff Photographer eled across town to the Nutter Center of 32 Flyer kills Saturday. Tough pass- ican University. Turner crushed 30 and hope that they do something we’ve to take on the Raiders of Wright State ing on the part of Dayton forced 56 per- kills, while Loiars, Hannan and Erha- never done before next year.” University Wednesday. Ally Malott’s 20 points against Purdue extended Dayton’s winning streak to three straight games. Jed Gerlach/Staff Photographer By halftime, the score was tight at 36-35 in Dayton’s favor. In the second sistent level of high intensity. ning our plays all the way through, “Once we get into the half court They team will take on the Uni- half, UD built a nine point lead with “It’s experimental,” Jabir said of we can score at will.” and our transition stops,” Deane versity of Toledo on Wednesday, fol- under two minutes remaining, but let keeping the pressure on. “We have to The talent exists, but the Flyers said, “it’s just a matter of executing lowed by Central Michigan Univer- WSU eek back into the game. The Fly- do it every day in practice, and in our still need to put each piece of the our offense because we know [we can sity Saturday. ers pulled out the victory, 79-76, but games. We have to think about it and game together. score].” the team was dissatisfied by the fact talk about it, it has to become a part that they allowed the Raiders to pull of how we are and what we do.” so close. He understands that this change in “We’re not winning convincingly mindset will not occur overnight, but the way we all think we should,” se- needs to be instilled every day. nior forward Ally Malott said of the Unnecessary fouling, giving away game. Malott was the team’s leading turnovers and other such sloppy play performer in the contest, tallying a are characteristics of this inconsis- double-double with 18 points and 11 tent focus. Against Wright State, Day- rebounds. ton allowed 30 free throw attempts. Junior guard Amber Deane also “You cannot beat teams when discussed the issue. you’re giving up [so many] foul shots “We’ll start out games really well in a game,” Jabir said. “At the end and then have dull moments when we of the day, we have to keep people in lose our energy and intensity,” Deane front.” said. “When we play really hard and Malott added her thoughts on the really intense, then we’re unstoppa- fouling, addressing how they hin- ble. But when we stop playing hard, der Dayton’s pace of play. “Putting then we’re beatable.” people on the line has given our op- Head coach Jim Jabir agreed with ponents easy buckets,” she said, “and Deane, concerned that the team has since our strategy is to play fast, we not been performing consistently for cannot let up, so that hurts us.” the full 40 minutes. While the team has struggled with “We have to get to a place where we sloppy defensive play and inconsis- can bring it all the time,” Jabir said, tent pace, the Flyers are encouraged “and we did some good things [in the by their offensive performance and Wright State game], but we need to are confident in their talent. keep improving.” “We have a team full of really good Moving forward, the team will em- scorers,” Deane said. “Once we start phasize the need to play with a con- playing together as a team and run- 14 SPORTS SPORTS 15 Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 Online at flyernews.com WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VOLLEYBALL Dayton returns home, now over .500 Flyers knocked out of NCAA’s by No. 5 Penn State KEITH RAAD cent of the attacks to the outside pin. hon notched a combined 29 kills. First- STEVEN MILLER Asst. Sports Editor Senior middle blocker Isolde Hannan year setter Jane Emmenecker tallied a Staff Writer capitalized on five of her 12 swings, career-high 61 assists. Sometimes Goliath has a few sling- committing no errors. The 2014 season marked the back- shots of his own. “We’ve played big teams before,” on-track season Flyers fans were Unfazed by a shaky start against Despite 12 service errors, Pennsyl- Jones said. “Earlier this season we looking for and then some after a dis- stiff competition, the UD women’s vania State University’s .436 hitting played Nebraska and we hung with appointing 16-13 record in 2013. This basketball team began turning things percentage knocked off Dayton volley- them. I think we had the mindset that year, Dayton volleyball captured its around in their last three contests. ball in the NCAA Tournament Round if we play our game, we can hang with ninth Atlantic 10 Conference Tourna- With a 63-61 victory over Purdue of 32, in just three sets Saturday. them.” ment title, defeating George Washing- University Sunday, the Flyers moved The No. 5 Nittany Lions moved to Penn State’s numerous weapons ton University in four sets. Dayton took above .500 for the first time all season 32-3, while the Flyers ended the season spread the Dayton block thin across home four of the five major awards at and now sit at 4-3 overall. with a record of 30-6. Dayton stands as the net. Five of the six Penn State at- the end of the season. Tightening up the defense and one of only five teams in the country to tackers hit over .300, with three hitting With only two seniors graduating, keeping the offense moving have put together 30 or more wins. over .530. Dayton blocked a season-low Hannan and Rachel Jones, the Fly- been the points of emphasis over re- “[Penn State] is the best or one of the two balls in the three set match. ers return a plethora of weapons for cent weeks. best volleyball programs that has ever Dayton native Megan Courtney of 2015. Atlantic 10 Conference Player Three consecutive victories have been put together,” head coach Tim Penn State led the Nittany Lions with of the Year Turner, and Loiars, Jenna helped right the ship, but the team Horsmon said. “Beyond their physi- an 11-kill, zero error performance. The Jendryk and Janna Krafka will be en- understands the improvements that cality they’re well coached, they do all Nittany Lions search for their sixth tering their senior seasons next year. need to be made in order to jump of the little things well, they pass and title in eight years, and will head to Starters Jessica Sloan, Erhahon, and back into the national conversation. serve, are technically very sound and Louisville for a Sweet Sixteen matchup Emmenecker approach their sopho- It was time to jumpstart the season have great athletes.” against 12-ranked UCLA. more seasons. when Dayton hit the court against Penn State put to rest a Dayton team “You don’t get many breaks,” Hor- Jones envisions even bigger things Providence College Nov. 26 at UD that racked up 30 wins in a single sea- smon said. “Obviously we had a tough for her teammates returning next sea- Arena after beginning the season son for the first time since 2009. The matchup today, played a really good son and in years to come. 2-3. The Flyers took care of business Flyers put together hot streaks of nine team, and I think we could have played “We’ve had a hell of a season,” as senior guard Andrea Hoover led straight and 14 straight wins during better, but it was just an awesome sea- Jones said. “We accomplished our goal the team with 27 points and nine re- the season. son for our kids.” of regaining a conference and tourna- Middle blocker Isolde Hannan and outside hitter Jill Loiars attempt the block bounds in the 72-56 victory. Dayton junior outside hitters Alaina The Flyers faced Penn State after a ment championship. It feels good. I just against George Washington University in the Atlantic 10 championship in After a week’s rest, Dayton trav- Turner and Jill Loiars combined for 17 four-set round one victory over Amer- wish my teammates the best of luck November. Zoey Xia/Staff Photographer eled across town to the Nutter Center of 32 Flyer kills Saturday. Tough pass- ican University. Turner crushed 30 and hope that they do something we’ve to take on the Raiders of Wright State ing on the part of Dayton forced 56 per- kills, while Loiars, Hannan and Erha- never done before next year.” University Wednesday. Ally Malott’s 20 points against Purdue extended Dayton’s winning streak to three straight games. Jed Gerlach/Staff Photographer By halftime, the score was tight at 36-35 in Dayton’s favor. In the second sistent level of high intensity. ning our plays all the way through, “Once we get into the half court They team will take on the Uni- half, UD built a nine point lead with “It’s experimental,” Jabir said of we can score at will.” and our transition stops,” Deane versity of Toledo on Wednesday, fol- under two minutes remaining, but let keeping the pressure on. “We have to The talent exists, but the Flyers said, “it’s just a matter of executing lowed by Central Michigan Univer- WSU eek back into the game. The Fly- do it every day in practice, and in our still need to put each piece of the our offense because we know [we can sity Saturday. ers pulled out the victory, 79-76, but games. We have to think about it and game together. score].” the team was dissatisfied by the fact talk about it, it has to become a part that they allowed the Raiders to pull of how we are and what we do.” so close. He understands that this change in “We’re not winning convincingly mindset will not occur overnight, but the way we all think we should,” se- needs to be instilled every day. nior forward Ally Malott said of the Unnecessary fouling, giving away game. Malott was the team’s leading turnovers and other such sloppy play performer in the contest, tallying a are characteristics of this inconsis- double-double with 18 points and 11 tent focus. Against Wright State, Day- rebounds. ton allowed 30 free throw attempts. Junior guard Amber Deane also “You cannot beat teams when discussed the issue. you’re giving up [so many] foul shots “We’ll start out games really well in a game,” Jabir said. “At the end and then have dull moments when we of the day, we have to keep people in lose our energy and intensity,” Deane front.” said. “When we play really hard and Malott added her thoughts on the really intense, then we’re unstoppa- fouling, addressing how they hin- ble. But when we stop playing hard, der Dayton’s pace of play. “Putting then we’re beatable.” people on the line has given our op- Head coach Jim Jabir agreed with ponents easy buckets,” she said, “and Deane, concerned that the team has since our strategy is to play fast, we not been performing consistently for cannot let up, so that hurts us.” the full 40 minutes. While the team has struggled with “We have to get to a place where we sloppy defensive play and inconsis- can bring it all the time,” Jabir said, tent pace, the Flyers are encouraged “and we did some good things [in the by their offensive performance and Wright State game], but we need to are confident in their talent. keep improving.” “We have a team full of really good Moving forward, the team will em- scorers,” Deane said. “Once we start phasize the need to play with a con- playing together as a team and run- 16 SPORTS Online at flyernews.com Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 MEN’S BASKETBALL UD graduates find success professionally MEAGHAN MCNICHOL Rookie team honors, All-Atlantic and out of the NBA, Johnson un- Staff Writer 10 second team honors twice, and derstands the hard work necessary All-Atlantic 10 first team honors. to stick with a team in the league. The Dayton Flyers men’s bas- Chris Johnson, a 2012 graduate, In November, Johnson played sev- ketball team has rapidly improved has had experience playing for en games with the 76ers, before be- over the last few years, not only the Memphis Grizzlies, the Boston ing scratched from the roster. measured by success in March but Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. “Every NBA team has some- also evidenced by alumni success Johnson was the team’s co-MVP thing different they are looking professionally. in his senior season helping lead for and if you can capitalize in Currently there are at least a them to a winning record of 20-13 one thing that you’re good at and dozen players from UD playing during the 2011-2012 season while get great at it then you’ll have a professional basketball both in averaging 12.4 points, 6.4 rebounds chance to get around the NBA,” the United States and overseas, and 1.3 assists per game. Johnson said. making it the sport with the high- Johnson believes Dayton’s bas- Roberts is currently doing big est number of graduates playing ketball program prepared him things in the NBA. at the professional level from the well for the NBA. He plays point guard for the university. “I had two coaches there in four Hornets and has been putting up 2012 graduate Chris Johnson years and each of them had differ- points this season. and 2008 graduate Brian Roberts ent philosophies but I learned a lot During a stretch in late Novem- are two former Flyers who have from each coach and the practices, ber, Roberts averaged 17.6 points had success in the NBA. the drills and the games helped me per game over a three-game span Brian Roberts played for Dayton prepare for the NBA,” Johnson and has added a valuable back- from 2004-2008 and signed with his said. court presence for the Hornets. current team, the Charlotte Hor- His success continued in the He’s been an asset to the Hor- nets, in July. Roberts inked a two- NBA where he signed as an un- nets both offensively and defen- year, 5.59 million dollar deal. drafted free agent. He has played sively with 14 defensive rebounds, While at Dayton, Roberts played a total of 57 games for three teams. 24 assists, nine steals and a total in a total of 125 games, averaging “When you get to the profes- of 127 points. 15.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.8 as- sional level everybody is good, so With a regular season average sists per game. you have to work harder,” Johnson of 8.0 points and a regular season By the end of his career at UD said. total of 1,360 points so far in his he totaled 1,945 points, making In Johnson’s experience he has career, Roberts is continuing to him the fourth all-time leading realized that it is important to find improve as the season goes on. scorer in the program’s history. your niche and constantly work to Director of Media Relations at During his career at Dayton, improve in order to catch the at- the university Doug Hauschild Roberts received Atlantic 10 All- tention of a professional team. In believes that the program is continuing to improve and as a result the number of players who get the chance to play professionally will have a greater impact. “Although it will be hard for the number to increase, I believe future players will go to better quality leagues and have longer careers,” Hauschild said. As more and more players from Dayton find success in the NBA, the recruiting process for the university will benefit tremendously. “Every player coming out of high school has dreams of playing in the NBA. As we have more Fly- ers playing in the NBA, it can only help to show recruits that you can get to the NBA by coming to UD,” Hauschild said. In the thread of UD players before him, head coach Archie Mill- er’s current team features an NBA draft hopeful. Brian Roberts, a 2008 UD graduate, currently plays for the NBA’s Charlotte Current senior Jordan Sibert Hornets. Pictured above during his playing days at UD, Roberts has averaged has been listed in several recent Chris Johnson, a 2012 graduate, hoists the 2010 NIT championship trophy 18.6 minutes per game and 6.5 points per game this season. A sharpshooter, NBA mock drafts going into the in a Dayton uniform. The former Flyer has bounced around the NBA between Roberts has compiled a 92.1 percent free throw percentage over 170 career second round, which is auspicious three teams, most recently playing in nine games with the Philadelphia 76ers NBA games. Photo courtesy of UD athletics. in his attempt to continue his ca- this season. Photo courtesy of UD athletics. reer professionally. FOLLOW @FLYERNEWS ON TWITTER FOR MORE UPDATES ON CAMPUS, LOCAL, NATIONAL AND WORLD NEWS