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T e Cow SINCE l 1935 Vol. LXXXIII No. 5 October 4, 2018 thecowl.com New Landmarks in Friartown Science Complex Opening Kicks Ruane Friar Development Center Off St. Dominic's Weekend Unveiled for Student Athletes

Nicholas Crenshaw '20/The Cowl Nicholas Crenshaw '20/The Cowl Tina Atkinson, administrative coordinator for Arts and Sciences, and Dr. Joan Branham, associate dean of Faculty The PC community was welcomed to the Ruane Friar Development Center with Coach Cooley's mantra: "Us. We. Development and Curriculum check out PC's new Science Complex. Together. Family. Friars." on the glass front of the building.

by Hannah Langley ’21 Blackboards and White Coats: An by Hannah Langley ’21 St. Dominic’s Weekend on Saturday News Co-Editor Uncommon Career in Science.” Page News Co-Editor following the Friar 5K, giving alumni CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION was asked to give this speech as part of CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION the opportunity to go inside the new the Anna E. Lavoie Memorial Lecture facility and get a first-hand look at Series, an annual speech and dedication how PC has grown since their time Besides being known for its liberal that began last year. Providence College boasts an on campus. Rev. Brian Shanley, O.P., arts education, Providence College also Page was not only a biology and impressive Division 1 athletic program Robert Driscoll Jr., associate vice boasts its science department, which chemistry double major, but was also and has recently created the facilities president and director of athletics, offers a large variety of science-based part of PC’s rigorous Liberal Arts to match it. This weekend, PC unveiled Ed Cooley and Jim Crowley, head majors. This past Friday, September 28, Honors Program. She currently works the Ruane Friar Development Center, coaches of the men’s and women’s PC officially unveiled the new Science as the vice president of the German a new facility specifically designed to basketball teams, and Michael Ruane Complex to the public as part of the oncology business unit at Takeda promote not only the training, but also ‘71, benefactor, alumnus, and now celebration of St. Dominic’s Weekend. Oncology, a growing and successful the health and well-being of all student namesake of the new center were all The unveiling began with a speech pharmaceutical business. athletes at PC. present at the unveiling. from Kelly Page ’93 titled “Beyond The unveiling was held as part of Ruane Center/Page 3 Science Complex/Page 4 PC Men's Soccer Celebrates 50 Years by Sullivan Burgess ’20 as well as look forward to the bright future that Sports Staff is in store for the program and athletes. PC ATHLETICS During halftime, a video was played on the scoreboard that commemorated the history of the team. Some of the biggest moments were This weekend at Providence College, the displayed on the screen such as making the Elite students and athletes had more to celebrate Eight in the NCAA tournament in 2016 and the besides the opening of the new Ruane Friar trip to the Final Four in 2014. Development Center. The College, along with Former head coach Bill Doyle who was the many alumni and students were able to cheer first coach in the program’s history, sat down on the PC Men’s Soccer Team as they secured a with current coach Craig Stewart to talk about back to back victory against Xavier University, building up the program and bringing the Friars during the school’s 50th anniversary of the into a perennial Big East contender. men’s soccer program. A clip of former head coach Chaka Daley was At the match, players from the last 50 years played at the end. Daley talked about his time at of the program came to Providence, during St. PC. Daley considered the 2005 season to be one Dominic’s weekend, to reunite and watch the of the best seasons he was a part of. After going

match unfold. They were able to celebrate all winless in 2004, the Friars turned things around Nicholas Crenshaw '20/The Cowl the success the team has endured in the past, in 2005, going 7-4-9. PC Soccer/Page 24 Kevin Vang '22 dribbles the ball into Xavier territory at Saturday's game.

Providence College’s Student-Run Newspaper Since 1935 UNDERtheHOOD News 2 News Opinion A&E Opinion 6 Find out about the student- Students should pursue PC's sketch comedy group Photography 12 run sociology podcast more opportunities Six Gents presents first A&E 14 SocioloTEA. abroad post-graduation. show of the year. Portfolio 18 Page 2 Page 7 Page 14 Sports 22 News Page 2 Sociology Students "Spill the Tea" Ruane Center Opening PC Friends Create a Podcast to Address Current Media Issues

by Catherine Brewer '20 common thread that runs throughout the project is “TEA” refers to revealing juicy information or offering News Staff their passion for equality and, as the group describes new interpretations of their discussion topics—what it, desire to “deconstruct the patriarchy.” Richardson calls “spilling the tea.” ON CAMPUS In preparation for their now-weekly podcasts, the As SocioloTEA has continued to develop, the group suggests topics that are prevalent or interesting podcasts have fluctuated in length, but they have the It all started with a tweet. to each other, followed by background research. They most listeners when they are in the 30 to 45-minute Over the past six months, four sociology majors try to keep it light so that the research is not overly range. “People don’t like to listen an hour plus,” noted at Providence College have grown a simple idea into extensive. Vera Nicola. a flourishing podcast. Streaming on SoundCloud, Straying away from talking about their personal They also began using Buzzsprout to automatically Spotify, and iTunes, SocioloTEA has nearly 100 lives and campus culture is also a common goal in share their episodes with Spotify and iTunes. listeners and is steeped with discussions of politics hopes of staying as professional as possible. Another recent addition was the introductory and popular culture through a sociological lens and is SocioloTEA is not a school-sanctioned club, so the music, which was added by Richardson. filled with pungent humor. friends operate on their own time and do not have a In the past, the group has featured various students The founders of SocioloTEA are Monét Eugene ’20, designated space for recording. They find it somewhat as guests, and they hope to continue to do so under Francisco Vera Nicola ’20, Sean Richardson ’20, and difficult to find room in their busy schedules for one condition, “We want people who want to talk, and Gisell Rodriguez ’20. meetings, and they had to take a break over the we don’t want ‘yes men.’ It’s okay to disagree with The four had been friends and connected through summer months. us!” said Eugene. sociology and extracurricular activities prior to starting The spring semester presents more challenges They have also begun selling stickers of the logo the podcast. Most importantly, they all shared an since Eugene will be studying abroad, but SocioloTEA that Rodriguez developed on RedBubble. appreciation for podcasts and were frequent listeners. is determined to continue their work and may offer “I think doing this brought us closer together,” In April 2018, Vera Nicola tweeted to see if anyone more guest features to fill the gaps. explained Richardson. “We all operate in different would want to start a podcast, not expecting it to be Since they wanted to come up with a name that was pockets, so we have different perspectives of campus, taken too seriously. Richardson saw the message catchy and encompassed who they were as a group, the and that shapes what we bring to the table.” and was immediately interested, so he responded, brainstorming and decision process was complicated. With SocioloTEA’s second season underway, suggesting that they should arrange a meeting to “Even though sociology is a part of the name, it's regular listeners and new fans can expect heated begin organizing the show. not exactly what it’s about,” Rodriguez added. The debates, fierce opinions, and contagious laughter. Eugene, who was sitting next to Rodriguez at the time, also saw the tweet and was very excited about the idea. “Podcasts were getting really popular,” explained Eugene, adding that she and Richardson both loved to listen to them when they had more time during school breaks. The first podcast was released that same month on SoundCloud, and it included a discussion that lasted just over an hour. The topics discussed were Cardi B’s Invasion of Privacy and the politics of language in popular music. Since then, SocioloTEA has covered a variety of controversial music artists, most notably Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande, American politics, national current events, social justice issues, and the role of social media in the members' lives today. While Rodriguez and Vera Nicola often talk more about politics in the podcasts, Eugene and Richardson love to discuss music and popular culture. The Students discuss topics for their upcoming podcast. NICHOLAS CRENSHAW '20/THECOWL Featured Friar: Chris Campanelli '19 A Look Inside the Life of PC's Student Body President

by Micaela Freeman ’20 Campanelli explained what his role as student body Campanelli said he is grateful for the opportunity News Staff president entails, “I am one of the main connections Student Congress has given him, and that he looks between the administration and the student body, forward to the rest of the year. FEATURED FRIAR which includes sitting on various Board of Trustees The future for Campanelli looks bright. “After committees like the Student Affairs and Strategic college, I plan to work in the politics or public relations Politics are hard to handle, especially as a senior in Planning Committee, where we discuss issues facing field and hope to attend law school in Washington, college governing the entire student body. the students and plan for the future of Providence D.C.,” Campanelli said about his future plans. Chris Campanelli ‘19, Providence College’s 69th College." Come May, he hopes to carry his experience as student congress executive president, has a lot on Over the next two semesters, Campanelli will student body president with him to law school and his plate, including classes, leading meetings, and hold executive power alongside the rest of Student into the future. being the liaison between the administration and the Congress and discuss PC’s progress with Acting student body. President Father Sicard, O.P. Campanelli is also a Global Ambassador to the When asked what day-to-day responsibilities International Studies Office and a member of various look like, he answered, “Myself and the rest of my political and service organizations. Executive Board have weekly meetings with the With confidence and poise, Campanelli is sure that Dean of Students, and I meet once a month with his new responsibility will not only top his college President Father Sicard again to share concerns and experience but also help students be confident in PC’s positive acknowledgements and to receive important administration. updates.” Campanelli shared what is included in his life as “While being President is a tough job, it is extremely president, and said he is confident in his abilities for rewarding. Along the way seeing the change and the the rest of the school year. “Internally, I ensure that passion our student leaders bring to Student Congress our various committees and classes are creating and campus is uplifting for the future of Providence legislation, planning events, and doing the best to College but also for our country,” said Campanelli. represent the needs of the student body.” As a political science major, Campanelli’s position Campanelli’s involvement on campus began his on campus seems fitting. Along with his insertion freshman year as a member of the freshman student into the College’s political scene, he is also interested congress. He was a class of 2019 representative and in sociology. committee member. As the main source of communication for the His early involvement in multiple social and student body, his minor in sociology allows him academic scenes allowed him to flourish, both as to study accurate and efficient ways to be the best NICHOLAS CRENSHAW '20/THECOWL president and as an individual. executive leader he can be. Campanelli '19 addresses crowd at the 2018 commencement. October 4, 2018 NEWS The Cowl 3 New Club on Campus: Friars For _____. Students Dedicated to Helping Those in Need

by Malena Aylwin '22 The wrapped gifts will then be News Staff shipped off to different countries where children tend not to get ON CAMPUS Christmas presents. They also want to hold smaller Whether it be fundraisers, charity fundraisers, like cookie and grilled donations, natural disaster aids, or cheese runs, to help with other causes more, Providence College's new on- such as the victims of Hurricane campus club has got you covered. Florence and other natural disasters. "Friars For _____ " was founded by “Basically, it’s planning different Aura Rexach ‘20, Maria Elena Santos events to raise funds and create ‘20, Adriana Santos ‘21, and Natalia awareness for different causes Bauermeister ‘21. that are important to us and other The idea for the club surged last members of Providence College,” September when Hurricane Maria added Adriana Santos. struck Puerto Rico, the home of the “I think the club will be a success founding members, leaving country- because we know that everyone here wide devastation: 100 percent of has something they would like to the island was without power and spread awareness or help out and millions of homes were destroyed. we think this is the perfect club for Seeing how their loved ones it,” said Maria Santos. and beloved island was suffering The founders are hopeful due to loss of communication and that the club will be able to find shortage of food, they decided that endorsements easily, as they will be even though they were not in Puerto working with PC faculty, staff, and Rico, they could still help and make students directly. a difference. “Some of the values ​that a Catholic “After the hurricane hit Puerto school has taught us is service to Rico we decided that we wanted to others. A club that is dedicated to do something to help everyone out helping the ones in need which is back in the island,” Maria Santos basically what Providence College stated. stands for,” stated Bauermeister. The four organized a fundraiser PHOTO COURTESY OF NEWS.PROVIDENCE.EDU “Any contribution, no matter that was held on Smith Lawn on Gabriela Short '18 and Aura Rexach '20 raising money for Puerto Rican hurricane relief in 2017. how big or small is accepted. Sept. 28 to aid in the hurricane relief. Change starts with you and with They organized a band and also people all over the world?” said first activity the club will hold is all of us joining together to make a provided local Puerto Rican food. Maria Santos. called Operation Christmas Child. difference,” said Rexach. “It was a huge success. After that, The club is not just limited to The club's goal is to get donations For anyone interested in raising we saw all the support that we got specific disaster aids; it hopes to from students, including toys, awareness, the club is not limited to from everyone and we decided that cover everything from poverty, to clothes, school supplies, and other any cause. If you have a cause that is if we were able to do this for our education, to disaster relief, and basic necessities. They will have a important to you or would like to join island and for our families, why many more. workshop later that month where the club, please feel free to contact wouldn’t we be able to do this for If approved by the council, the people can wrap the donated gifts. [email protected]. PC Community Comes Together for Grand Opening of Newest Athletic Facility Ruane Center: Continued from front page Each of the speakers noted that the new center is extremely high tech and is now currently as nice as any other training facility found at other big state schools and institutions. “This building is a replication of what Friartown is,” noted Driscoll in his speech, emphasizing the fact that PC is slowly evolving into a bigger and more advanced college that is being recognized more and more by larger institutions. The building could not have been built without the support of PC’s alumni network. Coach Crowley noted the level of support at PC, saying he was both extremely humbled and stunned by it. Not only is there a strong alumni community, Crowley said, but also a strong student athlete community at PC. “We needed to get the facilities to match the people,” said Crowley, “and this center builds the already strong community our student athletes NICHOLAS CRENSHAW '20/THECOWL already have.” Administration, coaches, benefactors, and alumni come together on the Ray Treacy track and Hendricken field. Coach Cooley emphasized this idea of community saying, “All our players, they’re the work, passion, and teamwork by saying, “If you’re statue includes Gavitt’s figure sitting on a bench, reason why we’re here.” He continued, saying, “We not looking at a vision with teamwork then you and next to Gavitt is an empty spot. Shanley hopes are a family and there’s function in family. It is us. haven’t set a high enough goal. You can achieve that for now the spot will offer as an incentive to It is we. It is together. It is family. We are the Friars.” beyond what you thought was possible.” visiting alumni, families, or perspective students Michael and Elizabeth Ruane have donated Shanley noted one of his favorite parts of the to sit there and take pictures with the statue when much to the school in the past, but it was through new center is the statue found on the steps outside they visit the school. He did say, however, “My their donation that the new athletic facility could the main entrance of the building. The statue hope is that someday there is going to be another be built. “No one has been more generous at PC memorializes Joe Mullaney and David Gavitt, two figure there: Coach Cooley.” than Mike and Liz Ruane,” said Shanley, “and we of PC’s most successful men’s basketball coaches. The building features equipment and facilities cannot thank you enough.” “The number one lesson Dave instilled in me,” such as a new men’s locker room, lounges, a large Michael Ruane spoke at the unveiling, saying Shanley said, “was building a legacy means getting weight room, a cryogenic room, a theater, saunas, that this center is just the beginning. “I look at the right people,” and Shanley believes the PC massage chairs, high definition equipment, and this development center as a start of a dream, community and staff involved with the creation of game regulation sized basketball courts. and a dream is a small pillar of a vision.” Ruane the center exemplify that. More details about the new center’s function continued, explaining that a vision takes hard One thing Shanley pointed out was that the will come in the following weeks. 4 The Cowl NEWS October 4, 2018 A Perfect Day for a 5K PC Community Reunites for the Ninth Annual Friar 5K

by Julia Acquavita '22 students, alumni, and other members News Staff of the Friar Family registering to ON CAMPUS participate in such a community- oriented day. Whether these people The skies were a vibrant blue are physically running the event, or this past Saturday, September 29, as simply passing out T-shirts, people hundreds of people gathered onto the dedicate their time to show their Providence College campus, thrilled support and be a part of this special to join in on the Friar 5K festivities. event. Organized by the National Alumni One story which promotes the idea Association of the College, this race of the Friar Family is that of two PC marked the ninth annual Friar 5K. alumni, Tom Allard '84 and Karen Faculty, alumni, students, family, Delane '84. They met during their time friends, and members of the greater at Providence College and now have a Providence area gathered together daughter that attends the school. to participate in a day full of fitness, PC events have now become a full family, and fun. family affair, as they come to support The runners eagerly met around several school-sanctioned events every Smith Lawn, ready to start the race. year, such as attending basketball As the horn rang through the air, they games, legacy day, and more. were off! Even when the race was over, the The crowd consisted of sprinters, festivities of the day continued. joggers, and walkers as everyone made A series of events took place their way through the course and onto throughout campus on the Slavin and Eaton Street, prepared to take on the Business Center lawns, consisting of uphill battle ahead of them. rock climbing, races through inflatable The festivities of the day began obstacle courses, and autograph bright and early for the many who signings from the Providence College LILLIE HUNTER '22/THECOWL volunteered to help out throughout The PC community cheers on runners as they make their way to the finish line. Men’s Basketball Team. the course of the race. Everyone’s Friar 5K experience The streets were flooded with For the 2018 Friar 5K, organizations city itself. was packed to the gills with these all- sports teams, alumni, PC clubs, and such as United Natural Foods (unfi), Maureen Severino, a participant in day games and activities, making this Friars ready to cheer on the runners. Spino Brothers Inc., New England the race, mentioned, “It was lovely to day a popular event during PC’s St. PC pride was in the air as all the Mechanical Contractors Association, see the campus and notice how far this Dominic’s Weekend celebration. volunteers gathered in support of the UnitedHealthcare, Coast to Coast school has come since my daughter A core value of the College is courageous participants. Promotional Products, and SLAM went here twenty-five years ago.” community and unity. Through events Orchestrated by the National helped to sponsor this event. This year’s top finishers included such as the Friar 5K and St. Dominic’s Alumni Association, this event has The anticipated race began in front Peter Murphy, age 29, finishing the Weekend celebration, people from been around for the past eight years, of the Smith Center for the Arts, ending 5K in 16:56 minutes, Brian Strobel, the years of PC's past and present can with the purpose of contributing to in front of the Arthur F. and Patricia age 26, finishing in 18:04 minutes, and unite for a day dedicated to the PC fund the National Alumni Association Ryan Center for Business Studies. Tim Sears, age 19, finishing in 18:14 community and family. Scholarship. This elite scholarship is The race route weaved in and out of minutes. Without days like these, the Friar only given to a select number of PC the campus, providing the racers with This event has only prospered Family would not be the strong, students. a scenic view of the campus and the over the years, with more and more passionate group of people it is today. Kelly Page '93 Kicks Off Science Complex Opening

Science Complex: fight cancer. “My passion became to find the cure careers throughout their lives. for cancer,” said Page. This passion then led her to The speech was then followed by a blessing, a Continued from front page become the project manager of oncology at Pfizer ribbon cutting ceremony, and a dinner in honor of In her speech, Page emphasized that her and, later, the same position at Takeda Oncology. the new Science Complex. current position is not where she started and, most Page talked about why she loved being a project Dr. Charles Toth, associate professor and chair importantly, is not where she saw herself when manager, saying, “The cross-functional nature of of the biology department, noted his enthusiasm she graduated. Page talked about how during her the team excited and energized me about my job.” for the new facilities. He said the renovation was senior year at PC, she decided she did not want to She also shared that her interest with long overdue, and is excited for the improvements attend medical school, which had been her original project management and the business aspect of that are to come in the next few years. goal, and instead came out of college to work for pharmaceuticals intrigued her, leading her to the a family friend at Pfizer, one of the world’s largest decision of returning to school to graduate with an pharmaceutical companies. MBA in project management from the University It was here that Page realized there was more to of Rhode Island in 2002. the field of science than, as she put it “blackboards, Page also talked about why she was more teaching, and lab coats,” or, in other words, interested in the business and commercial end teaching or working in a laboratory for hours on of the pharmaceutical industry than other roles, end. saying, “Commercial is where you make the drug She explained the different categories of the accessible, and I liked that better than the internal pharmaceutical company, which includes research, work.” She continued, explaining, “A lot of what development, and commercialism, and explained I do is think of what patients need and what how she realized how many departments were caregivers need.” actually included in each of these categories. Page says the impact of her work is what makes “There are so many other opportunities you it so exciting for her every day. She explained how never knew existed,” said Page, emphasizing the she chose the pharmaceutical industry, saying, “It idea that she didn’t figure out what she was truly comes down to the impact you have. The broad passionate about until later on in her career. “You reach is unmatched by any other industry.” don’t always know what you’re going to do,” Not only did Page talk about her experience Page continued, “science is just the foundation.” beyond PC, but she also mentioned how what she In 1999, Page’s life was dramatically altered by learned at PC impacts her today. the diagnosis of three of her loved ones, including “People would tell me I ‘think differently,’” her father, with lymphoma, a cancer that affects Page explained, and she attributed this to her the lymphatic system, which acts to fight diseases liberal-arts based education. “Civ teaches you in the body. how to integrate ideas, which is exactly what you It was at this time in her life that Page decided do on a cross-functional team,” said Page. she wanted to work in oncology, the study of She encouraged the science majors present at NICHOLAS CRENSHAW '20/THECOWL cancer, and help in the development of drugs that the speech to use the skills they learn at PC in their Page explains what led her to where she is today. October 4, 2018 NEWS The Cowl 5 Bursting the PC Bubble California Repeals its Net Neutrality Laws

by Thomas Edwards '20 to comply with different net neutrality standards argument for preemption is fatally flawed: News Co-Editor in different states, claiming that the California law the FCC claims that is has no authority to would effectively govern the entire nation. regulate broadband Internet service. Courts ON CAMPUS In the case against the FCC to overturn the have consistently held that when the federal repeal of net neutrality, Andrew Schwartzman, government lacks authority to regulate, it cannot Back in June of this year, the Federal the attorney representing the Benton Foundation, preempt states from regulating.” Communicatons Commission (FCC) officially a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring The lawsuit of the DOJ against the State of repealed net neutrality laws. the protection of the public in media and California is currently pending at the U.S. Court Net neutrality is the principle that internet telecommunication, has said, “The legal of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. service providers should treat all data on the Internet equally and not discriminate or charge differently by user, content, website, platform, application, type of attached equipment, or method of communication. The repeal allows for internet providers to begin charging different rates for dissimilar websites or services. This past weekend, the state of California passed a law overturning the FCC’s decision and reinstated net neutrality within California. Moments after the bill was passed, the Department of Justice (DOJ) under Jeff Sessions filed a lawsuit against the state of California, claiming it was over-stepping its legal bounds. Attorney General of California, Xavier Becerra, is quoted on Twitter saying, “While the #Trump Administration continues to ignore millions of Americans who voiced strong support for #netneutrality rules, #California will not allow a handful of power brokers to dictate sources for information or the speed at which websites load.” The website arstechnica.com states, "The DOJ’s motion for a preliminary injunction claims that implementing the law would cause 'irreparable harm' to the United States." The DOJ claims it is not realistic for Internet Service Providers (ISP) PHOTO COURTESY OF BLOG.360 TOTALSECURITY.COM Congress Updates

by Abigail Northgraves ’19 Student Congress Publicity CONGRESS

This week at the Student Congress meeting, Some challenges Maurano’s office faces at the importance of maintaining a positive relationship there was no new or old business being presented. local level with the city of Providence is the fact with the neighborhood residence. He sees all of the The guest speaker was Steve Maurano, associate that PC’s campus is situated at the corner of three wonderful community service work that students vice president of Public Affairs, Community & different wards. This means that the College must are involved in, and he wants to emphasize this to Government Relations. communicate and maintain relationships with the neighbors. Maurano gave a brief overview of his role at the three different council members who represent the It is imperative for Maurano that PC does not College and the work his office does. Maurano’s office different wards. become a closed community. He wants to remain is responsible for public relations of the College, At the federal level, Maurano is closely monitoring a player in the greater Providence community and community relations within the surrounding Smith what happens in our nation’s capital for any ruling area. Hill and Elmhurst neighborhoods, and government that may affect private higher education institutions. Student Congress will not have a meeting next relations at the city, state, and federal levels. Maurano spoke passionately about the week due to Columbus Day.

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by Kelly Wheeler ’21 down every word that they see or hear without processing software on computers prevent these Opinion Staff processing what they are writing. As a result, they problems that may hinder a student’s learning. EDUCATION frequently leave their classes with pages full of notes Using computers for note-taking also has an that they do not even understand. However, when environmental benefit, as it eliminates the need for students can take notes on their laptops, they have paper. Students ordinarily buy notebooks for each of Technology dominates today’s modern era. the time to think about the information presented to their classes, and most of the time, a large portion of Whether you are a student or a member of the them. Typing enables them to get their notes down paper is leftover only to be thrown out at the end of working world, chances are you predominantly quickly, allowing them to look over their notes and the semester. Using an electronic device instead of rely on technology to access information and ask questions before their professor moves on to a paper for note-taking purposes can lessen students’ communicate with others. However, despite new topic. ecological footprints. our lives becoming increasingly digitized, many Taking notes on a laptop also eliminates the Like all technology, computers come with various professors prohibit the use of laptops in their possibility of messy note-taking. If a student is pros and cons. However, a professor’s wariness classrooms. rushing while writing in class, or if they simply have about laptop usage in the classroom should not The main objection that professors have against poor handwriting, their notes may be illegible. The restrict students from experiencing the benefits that computer use in the classroom is that laptops can uniform fonts and spell check tools used in word computers can provide. be a source of distraction for students. Professors cannot see what their students are doing behind their screens, and they could be online shopping or scrolling through their Facebook pages instead of taking notes. Although this concern is valid, professors should not be able to dictate how students can and cannot take notes. Students are paying for their college educations. Yes, students may use their computers during a class for non-educational purposes, but that is their choice. It is up to the student, not the professor, how they choose to spend their time in the class. Students will face the repercussions of their irresponsible actions when exam day comes around. Professors should not treat their students like kindergarteners, for college students are adults with the ability to make their own decisions and understand potential consequences. Additionally, everyone learns differently. Many students find typing to be a more effective approach for note-taking, especially given the fast-paced nature of college lectures. When students take notes by hand they often find themselves frantically jotting Students struggle to keep up with lectures while taking hand-written notes. PHOTO COURTESY OF AICU RHODE ISLAND RISE Up Against Sexual Assault

by Elizabeth McGinn ’21 of RISE, explains that RISE is “all Opinion Staff about letting the survivor chart SOCIETY their own course and being able to reclaim the control that was previously taken away from them.” Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s Future plans include teach-ins, horrifying account of sexual assault speakers, and education about sex allegedly perpetrated by Supreme and consent to increase safety and Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh has create an accepting atmosphere for reverberated throughout the nation. all students. Now joined by two more accusers, At a Catholic college, sex itself Dr. Ford’s testimony brings to light is a sensitive topic, let alone sexual the role of delayed reportings, assault. While students ideally credibility, and how the #MeToo remain abstinent until marriage movement can impact Washington. in the Catholic faith, the reality Although the #MeToo movement reflects the culture of all American Especially on college campuses, the reporting rate of sexual PHOTO COURTESY OF OU DAILY has revolutionized the acceptance assault is extremely low. colleges—a mixture of hookups and of speaking out against assault, dating, often including sex. So when Washington has largely been serious claims by women in politics, question of why she waited for the a survivor comes forward to report left unscathed by repercussions. echoing Anita Hill and Clarence seemingly 11th hour of Kavanaugh’s his or her assault, the fear of victim- Hollywood has witnessed the Thomas. By investigating the nomination process. blaming or violating a Catholic belief successes of the #MeToo movement circumstances around the alleged Brianna O’Shaughnessy ’19 can overcome the need for justice. with the firings of Harvey Weinstein, assault, the Senate has the power to stated that reporting is “all about RISE aims to simplify the process Louis C.K., Kevin Spacey, and many set a strong precedent against sexual the individual and how they process of reporting by advising and more, yet politicians have yet to face predator behavior. their own trauma.” Survivors of educating us on students’ rights repurcussions. For many survivors, Dr. Ford’s sexual assault grieve, process, and according to Title IX and the Clery For Providence College students, account and subsequent reactions grow in many different ways. While Act. For those interested in joining the new student advocacy organization by politicians and media reflects some may opt to report instantly, RISE’s mission to end sexual assault RISE attempts to tackle this sensitive a reality of victim-blaming. While the shock and trauma may be on campus and aid survivors, topic. RISE, an acronym for reclaim, Rachel Mitchell’s interrogation of Dr. suppressed for years—which may meetings are held on Wednesdays at inform, support, and empower, Ford’s testimony attempted to put be triggered when an abuser is up 6 p.m. in Feinstein 203. seeks to educate the student body her on trial, Dr. Ford was collected, for a Supreme Court nomination. The reality is that sexual assault on consent and provide a supportive eloquent, and most importantly, Sexual assault can happen to is an issue in this nation, in this city, atmosphere for survivors. credible. anyone—men, women, LGBTQIA, and on this campus. Be part of the The vote to continue the process of Many are skeptical of Dr. Ford’s people of color—and we must take change. Stand up, speak out, and Kavanaugh’s nomination threatens to delay in reporting. The main all accounts seriously. most of all remember that you are maintain the status quo of ignoring argument against her story is the O’Shaughnessy, the founder not alone. October 4, 2018 COMMENTARYOPINION The Cowl 7 Underage Drinking Perpetuates Dangerous Cultural Norms

by Andrea Traietti ’21 not confined within the adolescent And entitlement is toxic. that is exactly why it needs to be Asst. Opinion Editor years, some kind of time warp where Drinking in high school and college prevented from the start. PC plays a one’s actions do not matter and do provides a feeling of freedom, a sort role in this prevention. In 2017 alone, SOCIETY not play a role later on in life. of invincibility, and the perverted there were 459 on-campus property Kavanaugh is proof. 36 years later, comfort that you are not letting “the “disciplinary referrals” for liquor law he is testifying under oath about his best years of your life” go to waste. violations. In the previous year there On his 1982 calendar, Brett actions and habits in high school— But it is time to recognize that even were 397. This is a 15 percent increase. Kavanaugh scribbled in his plans and for good reason. Evidence of his this use of alcohol really is abuse. It is entirely unrealistic to expect, for July 1: “go to Timmy’s for skis arguably excessive drinking habits It is so problematic that instead of assume, or demand that college w/ Judge, Tom, PJ, Bernie, Squi.” and abuse of alcohol could ultimately viewing Kavanaugh’s drinking as a students in the 21st century, even His yearbook entry is littered with connect to his lack of recollection serious problem, many are looking at those under 21-years-old, abstain references to beer consumption and and his denial of the claims of sexual it as a sign of his patriotism and his from drinking alcohol. The use of drinking games. And while it can assault by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford. masculinity. alcohol on college campuses has be easy to dismiss these warning Without a doubt, the hearing and the It is not patriotic, it is not manly, always been present, and always will signs as “boys being boys,” the fact ensuing FBI investigation are bringing and it certainly is not innocent fun. be; however, the boundary between that Kavanaugh sat in front of the to light the problem of sexual assault, College students are not invincible, use and abuse is not a fine line—it Senate Judiciary Committee last week but they are also exposing a different and anything that makes them feel is a bold one. And it is one that has and literally said to senators—on and not entirely unrelated issue: high as such is an explicit danger not only extremely dangerous consequences multiple occasions— “I liked beer. I school and college drinking culture. to those who participate in drinking, personally, socially, and culturally still like beer,” raises some troubling Underage drinking is not just a but to the community at large. It is a when crossed. questions about drinking culture and problem for the reasons cited in sixth toxic culture that feeds directly into That being said, PC clearly needs entitlement in this country. grade health class, i.e. stunted growth the culture of toxic masculinity—and to change its approach to these There is a moral responsibility and slowed brain development. if Kavanaugh’s testimony last week violations. Perhaps a violation of to address this culture head on at a Those things are problems, but there had one central theme, that would be the law merits more than a referral. young age; Providence College is not is a bigger-picture, more widespread it. Two things must change. First, PC exempt from this responsibility. High issue at hand: underage drinking is This toxicity, this entitlement does needs to reform its alcohol education school and college shenanigans are inextricably linked to entitlement. not go away, it lasts a lifetime. And policy because the 15 percent increase in the last year alone shows that whatever is being taught now is not effective. Second, there needs to be serious repercussions for violations, and those repercussions must be understood and internalized by the student body at large. Drinking has become such a central tenet to the college experience that it is hard to picture life without it. But because the habits—both good and bad—established during these years are the ones that stick for a lifetime, we need to reevaluate drinking’s role in our culture. We need to sever the link between drinking and the sense of entitlement because that connection only fuels the fire of toxicity in social circles and empowers young adults to Kavanaugh’s testimony gave an alarming insight into the potential dangers of underage drinking culture. PHOTO COURTESY OF JIM BOURG/REUTERS act with no inhibitions. Exploring Post Grad Options: Going Abroad

by Bridget Blain ’19 Opinion Staff CAMPUS

Last Tuesday afternoon, an informal information session regarding abroad opportunities for Providence College graduates was held by Joseph Stanley, the dean of global education. During the information session, students were informed about the process of applying to graduate schools abroad as well as the process of applying to the Fulbright Program. While the event was mainly advertised to students who studied abroad during their time at the College, all students were welcome to attend. This provided students with the occasion learn about moving abroad—a viable option for those who are uncertain about their future. Approximately 30 percent of Providence College’s junior class PHOTO COURTESY OF GLOBAL STUDIES AT PROVIDENCE COLLEGE As a senior who studied abroad last year, I was studies abroad each year. thrilled to learn more about the opportunities to study abroad again. It can feel overwhelming to after graduating are not nearly as advertised as there are still plenty of opportunities to do so. not have concrete plans for life after graduation opportunities to go abroad as an undergraduate The global education office here at PC is a great and this session was perfect for a student in that student. The information session held last week resource for any student interested in pursuing situation. was a great opportunity for students to learn more opportunities abroad, no matter how concrete or I was slightly afraid that I would leave the about what steps they need to take to successfully developed your plans are. session feeling more confused than ever, but I left apply for graduate school or jobs abroad. Although thinking about life after graduation feeling the complete opposite. The information The session was also beneficial for students is often overwhelming, it is in every student’s best that we were given was extremely helpful and I who may feel completely lost when it comes to interest to attend some sort of information session left confident that the global education a will be a planning life after graduation and simply want or event regarding post-graduation opportunities great resource throughout the year. information about possible career paths. that sparks their interest. It seems like every college boasts about their Of course, it is not necessary to have studied Whether you decide to pursue an opportunity study abroad programs, offering up impressive abroad during your undergraduate year to pursue abroad or not, it is important to explore all of statistics of how many students go abroad to opportunities to study, work, or volunteer abroad your interests and passions and see where they potential students during campus tours. post-graduation. lead you. Once you are in college, there are study abroad Any student, regardless of travel experience, There are both advantages and disadvantages fairs and information sessions for interested should feel confident in seeking information about to furthering your education or pursuing job students to attend. what possibilities are available after graduation. opportunities in a different country, but as any When you return from studying abroad, If you chose not to study abroad during your student who has studied abroad will tell you (and however, the conversation seems to stop. time as an undergraduate student, but now have I’m sure they have, many times), it may just be Opportunities to go back abroad to work or study a desire to experience life in a different country, the best decision you ever make. 8 The Cowl OPINION October 4, 2018 Providence College’s Student-Run Newspaper Since 1935 Publisher: Kristine Goodwin Embracing Uncertainty Co-Publisher: Dr. Steven A. Sears

Advisor: Richard F. Kless by Taylor Godfrey ’19 stories of classmates with jobs or random job and some time to Journalism Consultant: Michael Pare Editor-in-Chief graduate programs already lined yourself just to figure it out, which up can sometimes make you feel as is also a completely valid option. Editor-in-Chief: Taylor Godfrey ’19 EDITOR’S COLUMN if everyone already has a concrete There seems to be an idea that if Associate Editor-in-Chief: Abigail plan and you are the only one who you are not in your dream field or Czerniecki ’19 does not. However, if you candidly enrolled in your top choice graduate For all college students, but ask any other senior you will find school by next fall that you can Managing Editor: Tom Tobin ’19 especially seniors, there is often out that is not at all true. But, never achieve your goals. However, Social Media Curator: Jamie Warren ’19 a sense that you should have even if it were, it is still okay to be there is no reason why this should, everything figured out. Hearing uncertain. or even would be, the case. News Co-Editor: Thomas Edwards ’20 Finishing high school, getting We have our entire lives ahead of Hannah Langley ’21 News Co-Editor: into college, choosing a major, and us and putting this much pressure Opinion Editor: Hannah Paxton ’19 completing required classes can all on ourselves to figure the rest of it Asst. Opinion Editor: Andrea Traietti ’21 sometimes feel like simply ticking out by age 21 or 22 is not fair. Asst. Opinion Editor: Katherine Torok ’20 off the next box on a pre-determined The world is too large and the to-do list. possibilities are too numerous to pen Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor: Kerry With graduation looming, this ourselves into a life we frantically Torpey ‘20 to-do list is coming to an abrupt map out during our senior year of Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor: Patrick Fuller ’21 end for seniors and though it college. Things can and will change may be frightening not to have a and instead of viewing this as a Portfolio Co-Editor: Connor Zimmerman plan anymore, it is also the most negative thing, we should try to ’20 unrestricted many of us have been look at it as something freeing and Sports Co-Editor: Meaghan Cahill ’20 in our lives. even exciting. Sports Co-Editor: Jack Belanger ’21 There are a myriad of opportunities Instead of worrying about what we for graduating seniors—from graduate will do, we should take a deep breath Photography Co-Editor: Nicholas Crenshaw ’20 school, to starting a career, to and embrace this year by thinking of Photography Co-Editor: Laura volunteering, to even taking a all the amazing things we can do. Chadbourne ’20 Photography Co-Editor: Nora Johnson ’20 Head Copy Editor: Annie Shelley ’19 Asst. 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Empowering Yourself: Navigating Relationships for a Healthier You

The Personal Counseling Center has developed a 5-session weekly workshop for students on campus. We will discuss: healthy relationship styles, and barriers that get in the way

from experiencing joy in your life. The hope is for you to feel empowered and more able to navigate relationships in your daily life. Empowering Yourself:

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Info Session 2: Wednesday, October 10th 5-6pmhealthy relationship styles, and barriers that get in the way from experiencing joy in your life. The hope is for you to Empoweringfeel empowered Yourself: and more able to navigate relationships in your daily life. Navigating Relationships for a Where: Davis Lower Lounge HealthierStarts You: Wednesday, October 17th What time: 5pm-6:15pm The Personal Counseling Center has developed a 5-session weekly workshop for**All students interested on campus.students must We come will todiscuss an info: session and meet in healthy relationship styles,person and barriers with a counselor that get for in 10 the minutes way in Davis LL. from experiencing joy in yourInfo life. Session The 1: hope Wednesday, is for youOctober to 3rd 5-6pm Info Session 2: Wednesday, October 10th 5-6pm feel empowered and more able to navigate relationships in your daily life. Empowering Yourself: Where: Davis Lower Lounge Starts: Wednesday, October 17th What time: 5pm-6:15pm

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LILLIE HUNTER ’22/ THE COWL NICHOLAS CRENSHAW ’20/ THE COWL TOP LEFT AND RIGHT: Risa Takenaka ’19 and Katie Markham ’22 of the Providence College Women’s Tennis team compete against The College of the Holy Cross on Saturday, September 29. The Friars won their first dual match of the season, defeating the Crusaders 7-0. BELOW LEFT: Jack Murphy ’20 speaks about his Smith Fellowship experience teaching English in Nicaragua over the summer. Despite violent political protests in the country, Murphy still praised his fellowship experience. BELOW RIGHT: Accomplished scholar Robert Alter speaks at the Humanities Forum on Friday, September 28. Alter spoke on the insights he gained while crafting his forthcoming translation of the Hebrew Bible.

NICHOLAS CRENSHAW ’20/ THE COWL NICHOLAS CRENSHAW ’20/ THE COWL BOTTOM LEFT: A timeline of basketball shoes lines the windowsill in Head Coach Ed Cooley’s new office, denoting important moments in his decades of experience playing and coaching basketball. BOTTOM CENTER: Providence College Men’s Basketball players Kris Monroe ’22 and Kalif Young ’20 witness the dedication and ribbon cutting of the Ruane Friar Development Center, a 56,000 sq. ft. athletic training center and office space attached to Alumni Hall, on Saturday, September 29. BOTTOM RIGHT: Mark McMahon, an internationally renowned artist whose work has been exhibited at the Smithsonian, sketches the dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Ruane Friar Development Center.

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NICHOLAS CRENSHAW ‘20/THE COWL Photos by Brianna Colletti ’21, Staff Photographer Arts & Entertainment Page 14 Paint Night: Reflecting on Campus BeautyOctober 4, 2018 BOP Fine Arts Committee Provides Relaxing Night for PC Students

by Anne DeLello ’20 The painting, sure to be hanging expected. She expressed how much memorable, fun paint party that will A&E Staff in many common rooms around she loves what she does, particularly not be forgotten by those who attended. campus, turned out to be the Slavin when she gets to do events with They have their paintings, for better ON-CAMPUS lawn clock at sunset. Outside of the college students. After the paintings or worse, to help them remember. common room, the painting serves as a were finished, she said, “College is Max Tychsen ’20 is on the Fine On Friday, September 28, the conversation-starting piece of dorm art. stressful, and I love being able to Arts Committee of BOP and helped Board of Programmers’ Fine Arts The event made for an entertaining come out and have fun with you all.” orchestrate the event. He commented, Committee put on its first event night. The music playing, Killian’s fun After a long week of classes, tests, “I think Paint Night was a huge of the year: Paint Night. Mermaid attitude, and a group of people getting and general college business, Paint success! Everyone’s paintings of the Masterpieces, a business based in to do something that they would not Night was exactly what this campus Slavin lawn clock at sunset turned Newport, Rhode Island that throws normally get to do on a Friday night, needed to start off the weekend. To out really well and overall it was a paint parties for groups of all sizes, made for a lively and refreshing event. be able to relax and do something great start to the weekend. We’re came to McPhail’s to instruct students Killian has been doing such events out of the ordinary with part of the hoping to have another Paint Night in painting the Slavin lawn clock. for three and a half years now. Her PC community is not something event later this year!” The smiles and The objective of the Fine Arts fun personality and painting expertise students get to experience enough. completed masterpieces indicate Committee of BOP is to “present made this paint night better than The Fine Arts Committee organized a more success for future Paint Nights. students with the opportunity to enrich their college experience through cultural events on, and off, campus... and expand their knowledge of the arts.” The committee certainly achieved this goal with Paint Night. Painting is a skill not often used on Providence College’s campus. College students, with the exception of art majors or minors, are not usually caught filling the potential of a blank canvas with some abstract beauty. This general lack of ability made the event that much more fun to experience with friends. It brought a group of Providence College students together to get out of their comfort zone and paint, or attempt to paint, an iconic image from campus. Not everyone is an artist, but at this party, everyone who went got to be one for the night. Becky Killian of Mermaid Masterpieces worked through the painting in simple steps, so everyone had his or her own masterpiece by the end of the night. All students painted their own unique renditions of the clock on Slavin Lawn under the guidance of Becky Killian. LILLIE HUNTER ’22/THE COWL Let’s Rant: Vinyl vs. CDs Laugh About It: Six Gents Debut

by Peter Keough ’20 physical EP (extended play) and LP A&E Staff (long play) vinyl records. Similarly, MUSIC the dollar value of these records increased by a margin of 12.8 percent Vinyl records are outperforming from the first-half report from 2017. CDs in the physical music industry. Conversely, the sales of CDs In a world dominated by streaming declined drastically from the first giants like Apple Music and Spotify, half of 2017. The RIAA reports a 46.9 it is difficult to envision physical percent decrease in units shipped, as copies of music holding a seat at well as a 41.5 percent decrease in dollar the table. However, in the realm value of this physical form of music. of physical music, an interesting So, while the CD begins to fade revolution is taking place: vinyl into the background of the world of Six Gents performing a skit called “Late Night Sadness.” BRIANNA COLLETTI ’21/THE COWL records, once popular before the physical purchases, traditional vinyl- advent of CDs, are now in the pressed records keep these forms by Patrick Fuller ’21 problems under the guise of parody. midst of a full-scale resurgence. of music relevant. Amy X. Wang A&E Co-Editor For instance, Jack MacKeen ’21 In his opening remarks of the of Rolling Stone writes, “Vinyl...is wrote the skit, “Say No to Drugs,” “Recording Industry Association of breeding optimism in the industry.” ON-CAMPUS which replaced the typical anti- America Mid-Year 2018 Revenues She continues on to quote Jack drug policy lecture kids receive Report,” RIAA President Mitch White, ex-White Stripes musician Sketch comedy takes the spotlight in middle school with a speech Glazier states that, “Music continues and vinyl advocate, as stating, “I in popular television programs like promoting the “coolness” of smoking its comeback story, powered by great definitely believe the next decade Saturday Night Live, Portlandia, and marijuana. Rita Murphy ’19 wrote new music, talented artists and a is going to be streaming plus vinyl Key & Peele. However, Providence “The Purge,” a commentary on the re-invented record industry.” And – streaming in the car and kitchen, College has its own sketch comedy stress and anarchy involved in finding according to the statistics presented vinyl in the living room and den. group tailored to the controversies a date for SRW. The skit tackled in this mid-year report, Glazier Those will be the two formats.” and daily realities of the student body. the chaos that would ensue if the has evidence to back up this claim. What Wang and White are On Sept. 26, Six Gents, a motley Providence College administration Based on these RIAA stats, there claiming is a widely-held sentiment crew of seven jokesters, had their shut down Take3, disabled Friar has been a 12.6 percent increase among fans of vinyl. Given the first show of the year, debuting their bucks, and allowed students to in the number of units shipped of superior sound quality and nostalgia newest material in the Ryan Concert engage in any illegal activities associated with physical EPs and LPs, Hall in the Smith Center for the Arts. necessary to secure a date for SRW. many believe that the sale of vinyl Led by President William Oser ’19 Despite the continued talent of Six will continue to rise in the years to and Vice President Caprial Harris ’19, Gents, the group lost five members come. These optimistic fans believe the Gents satirized all-too-familiar from last year including senior staples that records are coming back, and topics like orientation, Senior Ring Alec Jacobsen ’18, Ivan Vukusic ’18, that they are coming back in a big Weekend, and the sabbatical of Father Michael Meeks ’18, and Sabrina way. If the trends highlighted in this Brian Shanley, O.P. The group has Guilbeault ’18. Although the Gents are RIAA report continue in the way that always succeeded in crafting skits which dwindling in number, they ended their they are going, people like Wang function as inside jokes for the student show on a hopeful note, announcing PHOTO COURTESY OF QUORA.COM and White just might be correct. audience, sometimes masking serious auditions for new Gents on Sept. 23. October 4, 2018 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Cowl 15 The Old Man & the Gun: Robert Redford’s Final Crime Caper by William Burleigh ’19 A&E Staff FILM

The film industry experienced a melancholy and nostalgic moment last week, as what is possibly Robert Redford’s final acting performance, in The Old Man & the Gun, reached screens on Sept. 28. Redford, who has been discussing the idea of retiring his acting career since 2016, announced his intent to retire in August, although doubt has since been cast on this statement. Based on a true story, the dramatic comedy The Old Man & the Gun tells the story of Forrest Tucker, a gentlemanly bank robber who escapes from San Quentin prison at the age of 70. The ever-polite Forrest then goes on to pull off a string of heists that confound authorities and enchant the public. The film was written and directed by David Lowery, Robert Redford portrays a classy bank robber and prison escapist in The Old Man & the Gun. PHOTO COURTESY OF TEASER-TRAILER.COM who is known for his well-received Disney remake Pete’s Dragon (2016)—which also starred Redford— in 1973, with blockbuster crime caper and Best was a mistake. I should never have said that.” and intriguing indie hit A Ghost Story (2017). Picture winner The Sting, one of Redford’s greatest Redford’s statement is somewhat ambiguous Sissy Spacek co-stars, playing a woman who falls hits. Redford tackled an iconic F. Scott Fitzgerald as it raises the question of whether he meant that for Forrest despite his criminal history. Casey Affleck character with The Great Gatsby in 1974, and his role his ‘mistake’ was choosing to retire, or choosing also appears as a pursuing detective who becomes opposite Dustin Hoffman in the ever-relevant and to make a public announcement about the matter. captivated with Forrest’s commitment to his craft. important political thriller All the President’s Men He went on to say, “If I’m going to retire, I The Old Man & the Gun has gained positive (1976) was considered a landmark performance. should just slip quietly away from acting. But reviews since initially premiering at the Telluride His directorial debut, drama Ordinary People I shouldn’t be talking about it because I think Film Festival on Aug. 31. Rolling Stone described the (1980), became one of the most critically-acclaimed it draws too much attention in the wrong way. film as an “unassuming, exuberant gift,” praising films of the decade and won Academy Awards I want to be focused on this film and the cast.” Redford’s “virtuoso performance,” the “glorious” for Best Picture and Best Director for Redford. When asked to clarify if this is not his final film, Spacek, and their rapport as “the essence of screen More recently, Redford gave what many believe Redford responded, “I’m not answering that.” chemistry.” Indiewire applauded The Old Man & to be the finest performance of his career in All In a later interview with the New York Times, the Gun’s ability to act as a piece of self-reflexive Is Lost (2013), playing a near-totally silent sailor Redford seemed to support the idea that his nostalgia without sacrificing originality, calling stranded at sea and the only character to appear walk-back was more a statement of regret in it“the best kind of tribute, one that understands the on-screen. Redford even waded into the superhero regards to his handling of the announcement. material so well that it inhabits its very essence.” genre when he appeared in Marvel’s Captain America: He desired to deflect attention away from his With discussion of the film’s sentimental bearings The Winter Soldier (2014). Overall, this filmography career saying, “By talking about that, it drew and the on-going dialogue surrounding Redford’s leaves little doubt that Redford is one of the too much attention to me rather than what potential retirement there has been a lot of reflection most prolific leading men in Hollywood history. I was here for, which was to promote and on the legacy of his lengthy and famed career. Beyond acting and directing, Redford is support the film that David Lowery’s made.” One of Hollywood’s most famed movie stars, the founder of the Sundance Film Festival Whether or not this is really his final Redford reached major popularity in 1969 when and was honored with the Presidential acting role, The Old Man & the Gun serves as he starred alongside Paul Newman (who died 10 Medal of Freedom in 2016 by Barack Obama. another fine performance for Redford, the years ago on Sept. 26) in the Western adventure Amidst all the discussions of The Old Man leading man who has graced screens for over Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, an early & the Gun being Redford’s swan song came half a century and has nothing left to prove. indication of Redford’s penchant for portraying a curious development. At the premiere of The Old Man & the Gun is currently outlaws. The two celebrities and lifelong friends the film on Sept. 20, when asked if he is truly playing in select theaters and will would continue their cinematic partnership retiring, Redford told Variety, “I think that expand its release nationwide on Oct. 12. A Thousand Beginnings & Endings: A Mythological Anthology by Sara Conway ’21 A Thousand Beginnings and Endings A&E Staff also features notes from the authors after their stories, allowing them to LITERATURE explain more about the original myth or legend as well as their reasons for choosing the tales that they did. Some stories start with, “Once Each author approached upon a time,” others reveal the their retellings through different mysteries of the gods and their lenses: some stuck with a more relationships with the human world. traditional story that wove many However, all stories tell something different versions into one, while about their culture and their people. others branched out and spun a This is no less true for the young contemporary or science fiction story adult anthology, A Thousand from an ancient myth. Certain re- Beginnings & Endings, edited by imaginings highlighted the strength Ellen Oh and Elsie Chapman and of women; others placed an published this past June. One thing emphasis on family relationships. that differentiates this collection A story from the anthology that from most is that it brings together resonated most strongly was the tales from East and South Asian retelling of “Olivia’s Table” by Alyssa cultures which were written by Wong. Wong weaves a narrative authors from those backgrounds. around the Hungry Ghost Festival, As the co-founder, president, and which occurs in the late summer CEO of We Need Diverse Books during the seventh month of the (WNDB), a nonprofit organization lunar calendar. By placing the story dedicated to advocate for diversity in in Arizona, Wong gives a nod to the children’s literature, Oh is a passionate Chinese immigrants who settled in voice for these kinds of diverse stories. The anthology includes the work of 15 bestselling authors. PHOTO COURTESY OF AUDIOBOOKSTORE.COM the American West. In her retelling, Also part of the WNDB team, Wong stresses the importance of Chapman is a young adult and “retold by non-Asian writers that short story for the collection. Big ancestors in Chinese tradition and the middle school author who supports never felt quite right. They were always names include Roshani Chokshi, significance of food in Chinese culture. the WNDB mission and its vision: missing something.” In addition, the writer behind The Star Touched The authors featured in the “Putting more books featuring the editors “longed for nuance and Queen and its companion, A Crown collection contemplate the notion diverse characters into the hands of subtlety and layers, the embedded of Wishes, Reneé Ahdieh, the author that most humans are not strictly children” so that one day the world truths about culture that—more of Alex & Eliza, and Cindy Pon good or evil. In their retellings, they becomes one where “all children can often than not—can only come from of the sci-fi/fantasy novel, Want. uncover how everyone has strengths see themselves in the pages of a book.” within.” A Thousand Beginnings and Reading this anthology exposes and weaknesses in their character. In their opening note, the editors Endings is their answer to this deficit. readers to stories that they might not All of the stories in A Thousand tell readers how they noticed the lack Oh and Chapman recruited both be aware of. They hold just as much Beginnings and Endings emphasize of Asian mythological stories told by well-known authors and those who magic as the mythological narratives the nuances of humanity that make it Asian authors. They explain that the were a little more under the radar from Western cultures, such as those so complex while transferring these ones that they did find were often in the book community to write a from the Greeks and the Romans. narratives into another context. 16 The Cowl ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT October 4, 2018 Mumford and Sons’ Upcoming Album Delta A Musical Reflection on Life and Creativity by Brigid Walshe ’19 from shelter to something more wild.” and promise that it will be a new can experiment with in their music, and A&E Staff With the release of the new album, experience for all their concertgoers. they feel as if their creative experiments Mumford and Sons will embark on They will release more specific have truly succeeded in Delta. MUSIC their Delta World Tour in 2018 through details regarding the tour on Oct. 4. Delta is a reflection of all that life 2019, which will include a 60-date tour, The band is always looking for new has to give, presented in an acoustic, The English indie/alternative playing in some of the most famous ways to grow as musicians and artists. moving, and real way by Mumford rock band Mumford and Sons is arenas around the world. The band With this album, the band feels like and Sons. Even after 10 years, the back with new music, and fans has teased details regarding the tour, they have “fulfilled so many of their band feels like they have so much all over the world are already saying that they are re-imagining artistic ambitions.” There are no more left to give to their music and have begging for more. On Sept. 19, the their version of an arena performance, limitations and boundaries to what they no plans on retiring anytime soon. band announced that they would release a new single, “Guiding Light,” the next day, along with a new album, titled Delta, on Nov. 16. Mumford and Sons described “Guiding Light” as a “bridge between the old stuff and the new stuff.” The new song returns to their acoustic roots (with a little banjo action, of course), and has an uplifting, loving message. The band released their first album almost 10 years ago and, since then, fans have heard their sound evolve and felt the stories that their music conveys. The last new music that Mumford and Sons released was their extended play, Johannesburg, a collection of five songs written and recorded with local artists during their tour in South Africa in 2016. The band’s last full album was released in 2015, and a lot has happened in the lives of the band members. They have written many songs about their lives, but feel that now is the time to share specific stories in Delta. In an interview with Music Week, Frontman Marcus Mumford said, “The scale of everything in our lives seems to have got a bit bigger – certainly birth and death are much more real than they were 10 years ago– so in that way it’s felt like an ushering Mumford and Son’s new album, Delta, is set to release Nov. 16 after three years of touring and performing. PHOTO COURTESY OF ACL-RADIO.COM Jack Whitehall’s Travels With My Father Continues to Highlight Family

by Julia Vaccarella ’20 his personal and professional life. Netflix recently in Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam over A&E Staff released Season 2, containing five episodes. the course of a five-week period. Much of The series deviates from the typical standup the show’s comedic appeal comes into play TELEVISION routine and follows Jack and Michael in a with Michael’s brazen remarks about his documentary format as they travel through son as well as his apprehensiveness towards Jack Whitehall is among many stand-up different countries. Initially, Jack characterizes doing things that go beyond his comfort zone. comedians and actors who have had features on the trip as a “gap year” within South East Asia. Caitlin Gallagher from Bustle comments on this Netflix. The actor was featured on the Channel The disparities between Jack and Michael’s aspect of the show, relaying, “The father-son duo‘s 4 show Fresh Meat and the streaming platform interests quickly become apparent in the jokes may often come at the expense of their tour released his own special At Large last year. show’s first episode, when the pair arrive at guide, but they are funny, and they do still manage However, Whitehall has gained popularity in the a hostel in Bangkok, Thailand and Michael to cover a lot of ground.” However, viewers past year for the series Travels with My Father that, instead opts for a five-star luxury hotel. come to see that the essential reason that Michael alongside his father Michael, incorporates both The Whitehalls visit unusual, hidden sites has come on the trip is to spend time with Jack. In this aspect, there is a reciprocal feeling of companionship among Jack and Michael. Moreover, this is the root of what encompasses the show’s most recent season. “That‘s a wrap. One month, six different countries, few arguments, many happy memories,“ Jack wrote on Instagram after filming had concluded. Alternatively to Jack’s “gap year” from Season 1, Season 2 has the duo travelling throughout Eastern Europe on Michael’s terms, visiting historical sites like Adolf Hitler’s holiday home. Michael and Jack continue their travels, hitting Istanbul, Bavaria, and Moldova. Jack also manages to retain his image from Season 1 when he plans for him and his father to take part in a clown parade, aware of the fact that Michael has a mild fear of them. Lea Palmieri of Decider.com speaks on the show’s second season as having an ability that allows viewers “to witness all the shenanigans for themselves,” and “to watch a genuine father-son relationship realized right in front of their eyes.” Season 2 is arguably even more profound because the relationship dynamics between the father and son pair have been clearly defined in the first set of episodes. Jack acknowledges the importance of spending as much time as he possibly can with his father, who is 78 years old. This sentiment of family is certainly something that can be reflected across all of the individuals who watch. Seasons 1 and 2 of Travels With My Father Jack Whitehall and his dad travel to mainland Europe in Season 3. PHOTO COURTESY OF NETFLIX are currently available to stream on Netflix. OctoberMarch 3, 20114, 2018 ARTSARTS & &ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT TheThe Cowl Cowl 2317 There’s a New Joker in Town Joaquin Phoenix Brings Unique Perspective to DC’s Popular Villain

by Madeline Weaver-Nolting ’19 A&E Staff FILM

One of the darkest villains of all time is about to get his own movie. Actor Joaquin Phoenix is set to star in the Warner Bros. newest film, Joker. With big shoes to fill, including Jack Nicolson and the late Heath Ledger, there is a lot of pressure on Phoenix to fulfill the iconic role. The DC Universe movie is also very important to the DC franchise because it is one of the first stand-alone movies that does not intersect with the rest of the DC Universe. If Joker does well, DC may shift its focus towards making stand-alone movies. The movie is supposed to be an origin story about the Joker. Warner Bros. describes the movie as “an exploration of a man disregarded by society [that] is not only a gritty character study, but also a broader cautionary tale.” The Joker has been in several Batman movies and in Suicide Squad, but this is the first time that he has ever been featured in his own movie. Now, fans will gain insight into how he became one of the most disturbing and diabolical masterminds in cinematic history. Audiences will see how the Joker became the Joker. Instead of running away from the darkness, Joker is said to embrace it. CinemaBlend says, “This version of Joker is originally about a man named Arthur Fleck, who is reportedly a stand-up comedian that turns to PHOTO COURTESY OF PAGE SIX a life of crime after being ostracized by society.” This Joaquin Phoenix seeks to emphasize a part of the Joker previous films failed to reveal. is a different Joker than ever shown before. The face gangster; Heath Ledger painted him as a cunning would only get two hours of sleep per night. When paint is different, but more sinister than it has been anarchist; Leto rendered him an outright psychopath.” Leto was filming his movie, he supposedly sent in the past. With white face paint and blue triangles The character has been said to be cursed his castmates dead animals among other things. around the eyes, the new makeup resembles that because some of the actors have experienced weird Also interesting is the selection of the director worn by real-life serial killer John Wayne Gacy. occurrences after playing the role. Apparently, the for Joker. Todd Phillips is new to the superhero Besides the makeup change, Phoenix will bring role has even had an impact on the mental health universe. He has only made comedies such as The another unique portrayal of the Joker to life. The of the actors. Ledger took the portrayal so seriously Hangover trilogy and Old School. This could bring Observer stated, “Cesar Romero turned him into an that he isolated himself before filming to try to a very different perspective that incorporates innocuous jester; Jack Nicholson made him a jubilant get in the mindset of the murderous character and humor into the Joker’s dark personality. Interested in film, American theater, art, or music? Must-Reads Become a writer Life is too short to read everything. It may even be too short to major in American Studies, History, or English. This column, brought to you by professors in American Studies, History, and English, highlights the for Arts & books you simply cannot let pass, whatever your major. Start your list! Entertainment! by Dr. René Alexander Orquiza John Steinbeck. Bulosan decided that Assistant Professor of History he should write about his experiences with race in the United States as well. Apply Now At LITERATURE Diagnosed with exhaustion and confined to a bed in Los Angeles General The news is full of difficult stories Hospital, he penned this account. about immigration, but history And we are richer for it. America Is in www.thecowl.com/join provides humbling examples of just the Heart demonstrates how immigrants how difficult America’s relationship have long been ignored and written out with immigrant rights has always of the nation’s story. More importantly, been. Carlos Bulosan’s America Is in the it shows how race has long handcuffed Heart describes how racism affected the nation from realizing the country’s Filipino immigrants in the 1930s. Born founding ideals, particularly for the in the Philippines when the country newly-arrived in search of a better life. was still an American colony, Bulosan immigrated when he was 17 with hopes of living the American dream. He hustled his way up and down the West Coast—picking asparagus and strawberries in Central California, gutting fish in Seattle, even serving on dangerous fishing expeditions in Alaska. The wages were smaller than expected, but his experiences with racism truly shattered his conception of the United States. A white mother told Bulosan that she did not trust him around her daughter. The Great Depression sharpened the cry to save work for whites, and Bulosan was soon jobless and living in poverty. Yet he endured by retreating to books. He began reading everything he could about race in the United States, devouring Richard Wright’s Native Son, and struck up a correspondence with PHOTO COURTESY OF AMAZON.COM Page 18 PortfolioProvidence College’s Home For Creative Writing October 4, 2018 The Circle by Julia Zygiel ’19 Portfolio Staff FICTION

II As we stepped inside I mental episode at the prospect of us for insurgents. We don’t want observed the truck drivers who another couple hours entertaining that.” Anthony’s eyes let loose a few had stopped in for a meal. They the whims of the strangers who “I know so,” he declared, fear traitorous tears in the cab seat were all men, some with sagging picked us up. I had used the coloring his face. next to me, his hand clutching the skin and sunken eyes clutching last of our funds to grab a cab to Finally, we arrived. The black drawstring bag between his beers in their fists, others thin somewhere remote and unpoliced warehouse was rusty, in a word. feet as if it were a lifeline. I’d only and emaciated, inhaling burgers so we could jack a rig. Every inch seemed to be a tetanus known him a few weeks, but he and fries. A man at the bar I drove for hours, as if caught risk. There were old, rotting cars was woefully unaccustomed to was nodding his head to non- in a loop. We kept on passing littered about the parking lot. the violence of the Circle’s way of existent music, fighting valiantly the same field of corn, over and Fittingly, the apocalypse looked life. against the drunken stupor that over. Perhaps Kansas just gave as if it had already been here. I I saw it in his face when Argus was bound to win him over. the sensation of motion without put the truck into park, wedging gave us our first charge. He had Anthony and I sat at the bar a progress. At 15 or 50 mph the blocks under the wheels to keep looked pale as a sheet of paper, few seats down from him. The corn sped past at the same rate. I it from running away. Argus had which was impressive given his bartender-slash-waitress did could’ve sworn I saw a familiar strictly instructed us to open the tan. It was a comfort to know I not acknowledge us. I pointed a jaggle-toothed scarecrow at least gate of the cargo bed upon arrival wasn’t the only one they inducted thumb over my shoulder at the three times within 2 hours. Either and Anthony did so. out of desperation. now sleeping truck driver. “Go way, we resigned to riding it out With no other instructions, We had been silent while get his keys.” until Kansas deemed us worthless we approached the front door carrying out Argus’ orders. I knew Anthony’s shoulders slumped enough to let go, and hoping it and knocked for entry. A woman that if I had made a point of with amber eyes and ratty hair how bad Anthony’s hands opened the door and we stood were shaking it would’ve rigid before her. She noticed the made everything worse. symbol of the circle on both of In the cab, my curiosity us, an ouroboros pin that stood overtook me. in for the tattoos we would one “You’ve never killed day earn. She flashed a smile anything before?” and stepped aside, waving to the A concoction of fear and members who had been safely surprise stopped his tears observing from behind her. They in their tracks. He watched ran to the back of the warehouse the driver for a reaction as and began lugging crates marked he stammered out a “no." with the infamous yellow and “The glass is too thick black trefoil symbol, underscored for him to hear. We’d have by bold black letters that read to press the button to talk,” RADIOACTIVE. With concerning my words reassured, but grunts of effort the members of my tone chastised. the midwestern chapter piled the “Oh,” he relaxed stolen materials into our truck. infinitesimally. After a The purpose of our charge clicked pause, he realized he hadn’t into place in my head as the answered my question, woman took a seat on a lumpy “No, I’ve never killed and stained couch. anything before. I’ve never “You’ll have to transport these had to.” materials quickly and carefully. “It’s just squirrels. You People might be looking for your could’ve let me do it.” truck, so drive back a different He raised his hand to his route than you came. We’re face suddenly, as though putting on another set of license just realizing that he should dry as he slid off of his stool, a strange wouldn’t decide to keep us on our plates to help you out, but your the tears on his cheeks, “Well I reaction to the terror that must return trip. main goal is to stay under the wanna get used to it. Sacrifice have gripped him in the moment. I didn’t know exactly why the radar. Nothing brash. Might is kind of part of our the whole I poured myself a beer from the higher-ups chose the northeastern wanna let him drive if he can,” thing.” bar as he returned, the keys of our chapter to carry out this charge, her eyes indicated Anthony, “he “Well, yeah.” fated vehicle hanging from his but I suspected it. What irritated seems more the trucker type.” He shifted away from me, ever pointer finger. He gave me a wan me was that Argus had decided “Thanks,” was all I could think so slightly, pressing his eyes shut. smile. “You oughtta be proud of to send two kin, who had only to say. I’d struck a nerve. Pitying him, I yourself,” I congratulated. belonged to the circle for a month, “Once we’ve finished loading tacked on, “You’ll get used to it.” After 20 minutes of shoving car halfway across the country for the truck we’ll give you some “Thanks.” He didn’t believe keys into slots they didn’t belong a charge that he said would food to tide you over and you can me. to, we managed to find the truck “change the fate of the Circle.” hunt and sacrifice for luck on the The cab was approaching that belonged to the sleeping man. Anthony awoke shortly before next part of your journey. This a truck stop on the highway, I swung up into the driver’s seat we reached our destination, the time I would chose something complete with a dank highway as Anthony clambored in, placing warehouse of the midwestern more appropriate than squirrels.” diner. Pressing the button, I the drawstring bag in the back chapter. Thinking of our own I didn’t ask how she knew what instructed that cab driver to drop of the cab. The tools inside had dinky warehouse, it must’ve been we had chosen as our offering. us at the diner. Anthony did not already begun to reek of death. Circle policy to live in and operate Some things could not be known look at me as I paid and hopped I knew we hadn’t washed them out of them. yet. out of the cab. properly. I tore the air freshener “How do you feel?” I asked, the “They didn’t tell me of your “Can you call up a shroud?” from the rearview mirror and falsity of my sympathy ringing in next location, but you’re not I asked under my breath as we placed it on top. Anthony laughed my own ears. exactly delivering a care package approached the diner. at the futility of the action. “Hey, “Okay,” his voice was still so I would get out there as quickly Anthony scoffed, which was it’s better than nothing.” muted by exhaustion. as you can. Better safe than sorry. the most confident thing I’d ever Although I had been the one “Will you be alright around the I wish you the very best of luck. heard him do. “Of course.” drinking, Anthony passed out midwestern chapter?” Don’t get caught and I’ll see you Together we breathed slow and after 15 minutes on the highway. “I think so,” he sighed, his back on the other side.” deep, calming our heart rates, I couldn’t blame the kid. We cracking as he stretched his arms And with that she sent us on dampening our auras, out of view had been hitchhiking for days above his head. our way. from anyone who wasn’t paying to get to Kansas. In Kansas City “You should know so. If the attention. he had seemed ready to have a head is suspicious at all she’ll take GRAPHIC DESIGN BY CONNOR ZIMMERMAN '20 AND PHOTO COURTESY OF WALL.ALPHACODERS.COM October 4, 2018 PORTFOLIO The Cowl 19 Making PC an emotionally stable place one letter at a time. Hey Loser, Dear Twenty-Who, Let’s face it, your “friends” weren't going to celebrate your bday even if they were Your only remaining around. Go to some bar option is to light dozens downtown and talk it out Dear Tiff and Earl, of ~flameless~ candles, with the bartender, it’s not put Celine Dion’s “All By like he hasn’t served loners Myself” on repeat, and dig before. I’m turning 21 over Columbus into some Ben & Jerry’s. Day weekend, but all my friends It’s going to be a long Go make friends with Jack are going home. I’m going to be weekend. Daniels, I’ve heard he’s a great guy. all alone in my apartment. What should I do? Yikes, Lol sry not sry, Sadly, Feeling Twenty-Blue EARL

Tiff *This is a satirical column that does not reflect the views of Providence College or The Cowl.

Some Things Have No End by Erin Venuti ’20 Portfolio Staff FICTION

Janie wasn’t popular—except thought—even when she held for the third week of fifth grade, their backpacks were stowed to Perhaps Janie’s mom was it with her arms stretched out when she brought a Chinese return their lunch bags. Due to right. above her head—the bottom of jump rope to recess. Her mom the alphabet, Janie’s cubby was At lunchtime, Janie carried the the circle grazed the ground. She had found it during their annual on the top shelf, which was a Chinese jump rope with her to laid the rope on the pavement summer trip to Cape Cod, in a problem because Janie was the the cafeteria. She followed Lydia and picked up the directions. store that sold toys, overpriced shortest student in the class. to their usual table, where she “Okay,” she said, in an greeting cards, and platters Usually the teacher left a stool placed the rope in front of her on authoritative voice that plastered with the zip codes in front of the cubbies for this the table. She felt a strange new surprised even her. “I’ll read of surrounding tourist towns. reason, but that day there was no sense of pride; surely if Lydia the directions and tell you guys Janie’s mom thought it would stool in sight. didn’t think the game was lame, what to do.” Within a minute, be a fun game to play with her “Lydia, can you put this Amy and the girls were in position inside friends at recess, which was away?” She held the bag out to Sarah the circle, the rope wrapped almost exactly why Janie put her friend. around Amy and Sarah’s ankles off bringing it. Her mom was “Sure.” Lydia took the bag and with Lydia standing between hopelessly optimistic. Janie was reached up to the backpack with them. Janie guided them through sure that she’d look lame if she ease. the steps, watching as Lydia brought it to recess. Eventually, Janie realized her mistake jumped in and out of the rope. though, Janie’s mom wore down as soon as Lydia’s hand Sooner than expected, the her elementary-level mind. On disappeared into the recess monitors rang the bell that the third Monday morning of the backpack. Lydia signaled for the students to line school year, Janie left the house hesitated for a up. with her bag packed, the Chinese moment before “That was fun, Janie,” Amy jump rope hiding at the bottom. she said, as they walked towards the The first half of the school day wouldn’t building. passed in its typical sequence: think so either. “Yeah,” said Sarah. “Can we first math, then social studies, After their insufficient, play again tomorrow?” then language arts. At snack 20 minutes of lunch, Lydia Janie smiled at Lydia. “Okay.” time, as usual, Janie joined and Janie exited the cafeteria The rest of the week followed her best friend Lydia at her with the rope and the rest of in the same manner; each day desk cluster. They were the fifth grade, following the at recess, Janie, Lydia, Amy, discussing their plans for wave of students towards the and Sarah met at the swings recess, or, more like Lydia pulled playground. Per Lydia’s plan, to play Chinese jump rope. was telling Janie what the her they met Amy and Sarah at the And each day, more of Janie’s plan was for recess. Janie hand out swings. classmates showed up to play usually did whatever Lydia again, this time “Hey!” Lydia said as they with them. The game made its did—it was easier that way. holding the Chinese approached her friends. way into other aspects of Janie’s “Amy told me that her and jump rope. Janie saw Amy and Sarah life as well—by Friday, she no Sarah want me to hang out with “What’s this?” Lydia asked. shoot each other a side-eyed longer ate snacks at Lydia’s desk them, so we’re gonna meet them “I dunno,” Janie said, looking glance. Anxiety tapped at Janie’s cluster—people ate at hers. For by the swings,” Lydia said. at her shoes. “My mom made me shoulder. the first time, Janie understood “They said it’s okay if I come bring it.” Meanwhile, Lydia pretended the appeal of being popular, too?” Janie asked. She couldn’t Lydia inspected the not to notice. “Janie brought of being noticed by people she help but doubt that she was packaging. The rope was navy a game that I think we should barely knew. The feeling didn’t included in the initial invitation. blue with green specks and play.” last long. “Yeah,” Lydia said with a bit wrapped around itself into an At this, Janie held out the The following Monday, Amy too much punctuation. infinity sign. Unlike a normal Chinese jump rope. showed up to recess with her The silence that followed jump rope, it had no end. “Um, okay,” Amy and Sarah own Chinese jump rope. It was was interrupted by their “What makes it Chinese?” said in unison. pink. teacher announcing the end of “I dunno,” Janie said again. Without a word, Janie tore the There was no more need for snack time. The class aimlessly “Looks like fun. Let’s play packaging apart and carefully Janie. shuffled towards the cubbies with it at recess.” unraveled the rope. It was at the back of the room where “Okay.” much bigger than she’d initially PHOTOS COURTESY OF ARCTICBLUE.NET.AU, CLOUDFRONT.NET 20 The Cowl PORTFOLIO October 4, 2018 To All The

by Sam Pellman ’20 Faces I Forgot Portfolio Staff POETRY

Faces are passing People are moving I do not recognize these faces I may never see them again But for just a second they were in my head And now they are gone

Everywhere we go, we see strangers Sometimes we run into them again Sometimes we make friends of them But for those we don’t, do you think they’ll remember us? Every stranger has their own life Who are the strangers we remember? A life we will never know Why do we remember them? We all have families, we all have stories Is it their appearance or their voice? Some look happy, but are struggling with an internal battle Do we remember their smile or their laugh? Some have had the best day of their life, others the worst Every stranger has a story that is much deeper than what we see in front of us Maybe it is one’s birthday

Do strangers wonder about me when they see me passing by? Do I make any one look twice? Or am I just a face in a crowd Along with the seven billion other faces that roam this earth

Some strangers stay in our minds, but only for a few days Until they are just a face we saw And a face we forgot

But to all those faces I have forgotten I hope you’re living the story I’ll never know about Because I’ll be out there living mine too. PHOTO COURTESY OF FUJIXMAD.PHOTO City Walking by Connor Zimmerman ’20 Portfolio Staff CREATIVE NON-FICTION

“Last stop, everybody! I am merging in and out of hands. Even in my fast pace the And to walk through this city Don’t care where you go, lines like I’m driving 80 on the combined heat, dirt, and trash everyday, I can’t stop staring at but you can’t stay here!” The highway at night. The mass all blend together to create the skyline.” conductor’s shout pulls me of people all quickly become that distinct, inescapable city I look at the skyline, out of out of my sleep. The train a blur, as everyone becomes stench. I pass the construction curiosity. I’ve never actually slowly rolls to a stop at the indistinguishable. Brown hair workers with jackhammers, stopped to take a look at it, I station, and I drag my body becomes blonde, tall becomes and I see the finish line in front guess I never have time to do off the seat. I get in the line short and vice versa. I finally of my eyes. My second wind so. I continue to talk with him of people, and we trudge our find my way to the exit of the begins to come alive. on my way to work. I stop way through the train till we station. Now that I am out, I Suddenly, a bird swoops at the coffee shop before the get to the doors. I put my walk to the stoplight and wait down in front of me. I swerve finish line and buy him coffee. headphones on and turn the for my race to begin again. to the right and knock down We part ways, and as I walk music up to 11. Once I am off Sweat streaks down the back the person next to me. He goes the rest of the race I begin to the train, I get into one of the of my neck as the summer heat to the ground, but he lands on look up instead of straight infinite lines of people packed beats down on me. The light his backpack. Tourist, I don’t ahead. together that are trying to turns red, and I’m out onto the even have to ask. I stop to make it out of the station. I crosswalk faster than the walk help the guy up and give my look at my phone and see that sign can come on. apologies. I am late, which means the The sidewalks are narrow He says, “Oh don’t worry, race has already begun. and packed, but that does not things like this happen every I begin to bob and weave stop me. I twist and turn to now and then. Where you through the lanes of people lead the pack and to avoid headed?” to get out of the station as those around me. My head is “To work at the State House quickly as I can. One second on a constant swivel, as I avoid right ahead, just a little late.” I am in the middle, and the people with shopping bags, “That must be so cool to next I am in the right line. coffee cups and outreached work in a building like that.

GRAPHIC DESIGN BY PORTFOLIO CO-EDITOR October 4, 2018 PORTFOLIO The Cowl 21

by Mark Fairchild ’20 Portfolio Staff CARTOON

Listomania* Ways to Celebrate Columbus Day

Update your Waze app so you don't get lost on the way to China Hang out with some girls named Nina, Pinta, and Maria Dress like it's 1492 Update Columbus' Wikipedia page Pay reparations to the Native American people Petition to change the day's name Celebrate Leif Erikson Day early Take credit for others' hard work Fuel the Flat-Earth movement Discover a world that's already been discovered Rip out the Christopher Columbus pages in your textbook Sail the ocean blue Go to class anyway

*This is a satirical list that does not reflect the views of Providence College or The Cowl. Page 22 Sports October 4, 2018 Wheeler Wins Battle in Beantown by Liza Sisk ’19 Sports Staff CROSS COUNTRY

Abbey Wheeler ’20 is sprinting into a successful third year, leading the Providence College Track and Cross Country teams to glory. Wheeler, a native of Elmira, New York, was recruited by the Friars her senior year of high school and has been an asset to the team ever since. Wheeler proved that she will reach new heights this season as she earned first place in the 5K at the Cross Country Coast-to-Coast Battle in Beantown hosted by Boston College on Sept. 21. This was the first time Wheeler won an event at an invitational at the collegiate level. Wheeler said, “[the win] gave me a lot of confidence and I think it was a great learning experience.” She credits the culture of Friar cross country, her teammates, and the coaching staff for her success in the race. “I am fortunate enough to be at a Wheeler looks to be in contention for the Big East title at the end of the season. PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS place, in a program, and surrounded by the right coaching staff and teammates Although her season is off to a in the Nuttycombe Wisconsin meet until the Big East championships that can help me make improvements successful start, Wheeler reflects on Invitational in Madison, Wisconsin. and NCAA tournament season begins. from season to season. It always feels the difficulty that comes with losing The women’s team placed 20th overall, Wheeler believes the secret to Friar good to be moving forward,” said powerful runners and leadership to with Wheeler leading the pack for the cross country success is consistency. Wheeler. graduation each year. When asked Friars. She placed 37th overall in the “The success and history behind the Last season, Wheeler came in sixth about her goals for the team this year 6k, improving significantly from her cross country and track programs here place in this race while battling an iron she explained, “The girls before us 67th place finish in the race last season. was why I committed to PC to begin deficiency. Her health has since been have created high expectations and The Friars will take a short break with,” said Wheeler. Led by Wheeler, restored as she took the top spot this standards for the program and we in competition, returning with a Mini Friar cross country will undoubtedly year, finishing the 5K in 17 minutes hope to continue in that tradition.” Meet at Central Connecticut State continue the historical success of the and 10 seconds. On Sept. 28, the Friars competed University on Oct. 19. This is their last program. Boston Bruins Start Season Off With Devastating Loss

by Sam Scanlon ’19 New York Islanders. Halak will serve was just not on their side. from the net to give newcomer Halak Sports Staff as a backup goalie to Rask who can be Rask was put to the test right away a chance. However, not even he could comfortably relied on when Rask takes and not even 25 seconds into the game, stop the Caps, as John Carlson fired PRO HOCKEY time off. T.J. Oshie was able to snipe one past one right over his shoulder from the With the core of the team still in tact him. And from there, the flood gates top of the face-off circle, making the October is finally here and the after last year, the Bruins are still in a opened wide for the Captials and score 6-0 Caps. quest for the Stanley Cup is officially great position to make yet another deep while the Bruins did all that they could The third period consisted of a single underway. postseason run. Boston is home to one to stay afloat, it was just not enough. goal scored by Lars Eller, giving the The Boston Bruins finished last of the NHL’s deadliest offensive lines They headed into the second period Caps a 7-0 win over Boston on Opening season with a 50-20-12 record, but the in Patrice Bergeron, David Pastrnak, down 2-0 after Evgeny Kuznetsov Night. However, despite the obvious year was abruptly ended by the Tampa and Brad Marchand, who are capable snuck one in 1.23 minutes after Oshie. defeat on the score board, Boston did Bay Lightning in the second round of to combining for well over 200 points Not even five minutes into the second, not end the night totally defeated; they the Stanley Cup Playoffs. this season. Veteran center David Rask let three unanswered goals hit out hit the Caps 28-16 and dominated This season, the Bruins have added Krejci will begin the season playing the back of the net within a span of just in the face-off circle 41-19. several new faces to complement their in the middle of two sophomores, over three minutes. Alex Ovechkin, Nic Obviously the Bruins still have a lot veteran core and boost their young Danton Heinen and Jake DeBrusk. Dowd, and Kuznetsov all rallied their of work to do in preparation for the talent. Chris Wagner, a Walpole, Along with Ryan Donato, Heinen and team to a 5-0 lead not even halfway season based off of their lack of defense Massachusetts native, and Joakim DeBrusk broke out in the second half through the second period. and offense against the Caps and they Nordstrom are the Bruins’ new of their rookie seasons and will look to Head Coach Bruce Cassidy decided will have to recover quickly for their acquisitions up front, who will fill the continue production through the start to take action then and yanked Rask Oct. 4 game against the Buffalo Sabres. fourth line role left by Tim Schaller. of this season. Wagner is an undersized powerhouse Charlie McAvoy is another Bruins who thrives in physical situations, young stud. His offensive prowess as and he will fit the Bruins’ style of play a defenseman is a main reason why perfectly. top forwards are able to produce. As The Bruins have also picked up two he skates with the 6’9” captain Zdeno new defensemen to fill the void left Chara, he is able to make plays for the by long-time Bruin Adam McQuaid’s Bruins offensively. He will play a large departure. The most crucial acquisition role on the power play during the first was John Moore. Moore’s ability to month while Krug rehabs his injury. skate with the puck was especially The Bruins looked to put all of their attractive to the Bruins. His role will summer transactions and training to be similar to that of Torey Krug, who the test in their first game on Oct. 3 will be out for the first three weeks of against the defending Stanley Cup the season due to another ankle injury. Champions the Washington Capitals. Moore will play an extended role in the It was also Opening Night for the Caps absence of Krug and McQuaid. and the Cup holders were celebrating Tuukka Rask has been the Bruins’ with their June victory one last time franchise goaltender for just about with their city by raising their very a decade. The 31-year-old is quickly first Stanley Cup Champions banner. approaching 500 games played, and However, they were unable to take with that in mind, the Bruins have away from the celebratory night for PHOTO COURTESY OF MADDIE MEYER/GETTY IMAGES brought in Jaroslav Halak from the the Caps—the momentum of the night Chara hangs his head in defeat after tough loss on Opening Night to the October 4, 2018 SPORTS The Cowl 23 New Basketball Providence College Investigates: Facility Will Should Patriots Fans Be Concerned With Pay Off

by Jack Belanger ’21 Their 2-2 Record? Sports Co-Editor EDITOR’S CORNER Yes, They Should Be Worried This past weekend marked a historic moment for Providence by Thomas Zinzarella ’21 the Super Bowl a third year in a row. The Patriots need to start cleaning College Athletics with the official Sports Staff Before this weekend’s blowout up the defensive side of the ball. dedication of PC’s new basketball PCI win, the Patriots avoided their first Coming into this week, the Patriots training facility, the Ruane Friar 1-3 record for the first time since 2001, defense was ranked 12th in the League. Development Center. This $30 After the New England Patriots which was the first season Brady was The defense can fix itself as time goes million facility broke ground last trounced the Miami Dolphins 38-7 this the starter. This Miami Dolphins team on, but this has been an Achilles heel school year and was completed in past weekend, many Pats fans have that the Patriots beat is a very talented for the Patriots in past years. To many time for the team to begin using it renewed faith again in their Super one; however, it is expected for the fans, the defense has looked soft and this fall. The facility includes two Bowl chances. They may be back at a Patriots to knock the Dolphins around. lazy. All fans have to do is look at the full-sized basketball courts, a float five hundred record, but there is still a Before Sunday’s win, the Patriots were tape: from poor tackling technique, tank, a studio for interviews, and lot of work to be done. 83-20 against AFC opponents since misreading plays, and so on. Against (believe it or not) a barbershop. The Patriots are at a 2-2 record in a 2009. New England has a near perfect the Jaguars, the Patriots allowed 480 While some students do not see division which they have dominated 9-1 record against the Miami Dolphins offensive yards and went 4 of 12on why the College would build such for all of Tom Brady’s tenure at in Foxborough while the Dolphins lone third down. If New England wants to a large, expensive building that is quarterback. Yes, the Patriots can make win in Foxborough came in 2008 when make another deep run in the playoffs, used regularly by a small group of the playoffs, but this year’s roster is Brady barely played. If the Dolphins they are going to have to fix things students, a new practice facility not as talented of a team on either continue to play well, make sure to quickly. has been a long-time coming after side of the ball as previous years. It’s keep an eye on the matchup on Dec. Through the first three weeks, the the College undertook many other going to be a tough road to make it to 9 when the Pats head down to Miami. Patriots seemed to not have enough upgrades around campus. talent. The acquisition of Josh Gordon When current men’s basketball should help a lot in a receiving core head coach, Ed Cooley, was hired that has been ‘sub-par’ to this point. back in 2011, Athletic Director Bob As seen in a loss against Detroit, Driscoll told Cooley that the school every time the Pats needed a big 3rd had multiple projects before creating down play, they kept turning to their a new practice facility. Since then, basketball player-sized tight end Rob the College has seen the creation of Gronkowski, who was being double Anderson Stadium, the relocation teamed. The wide receiver depth and upgrade of Glay Field, and chart is not very appealing with Chris renovations of Schneider Arena and Hogan, Cordarrelle Patterson, and the Taylor Natatorium. PC has also Phillip Dorsett. The Patriots rank 23rd seen the construction of the Arthur in net yards per game on offense and F. and Patricia Ryan Center for with Gronk’s new ankle injury it can Business Studies and, more recently, PHOTO COURTESY OF PATRIOTS WIRE- USA TODAY only make things worse. the science complex. Despite a blowout win vs Miami, New Enlgand has not been playing to their usual standard. For both men’s and women’s basketball, a new practice facility was a necessity to remain competitive No, They Do Not Have a Reason to Worry in the Big East. Former head coach Tim Welsh found that he lost many recruits to schools with facilities by Scott Jarosz ’21 specific for basketball. Sports Staff Now that the Big East is comprised PCI of schools focused on basketball, many of the schools upgraded their facilities. According to Cooley, PC After narrowly coming out on top in was the last school in the Big East its week one contest against the Houston to get a basketball-specific facility. Texans by a score of 27-20, the New Being the smallest school in the Big England Patriots dropped their next two East, the Friars need every advantage games, falling to an overall record of 1-2. they can get. This lackluster start sparked frustration To attract the best recruits in and concern from the Patriots’ fan base, as the northeast, having a facility its two losses came from beatable teams, that compares to those at Syracuse the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Detroit University and the University of Lions. The Jaguars beat the Patriots in Connecticut is crucial. This season Jacksonville by a score of 31-20, as Tom Cooley was able to keep Providence Brady and the Patriots never quite found native David Duke ’22 from leaving their footing and were unable come back the state and also kept Massachusetts from an early 14-0 deficit. native A.J. Reeves ’22 close to home. The following weekend in Detroit, Cooley has kept the Friars relevant the Patriots did not come ready to play, with five-consecutive appearances and suffered an embarrassing 26-10 in the NCAA Tournament. With loss to a less than stellar Lions team. the news of a new practice facility, However, things changed in week four, he has brought in possibly his best as the Patriots took care of the previously recruiting class, which is just another undefeated Miami Dolphins with a score step for the Friars to reach the level of of 38-7. In this game, the Patriots looked PHOTO COURTESY OF PATRIOTS WIRE- USA TODAY rivals like Villanova University, who like the team its fans are used to seeing, The return of Edelman and the addition of Gordon should give a major boost to the offense. compete for a national championship and that is why Patriots fans should not year after year. be concerned with the team’s slow start. overwhelmed by defenders who focus Patriots looked determined to hand the While a championship is far This is not the first time the Patriots on him as the Patriots’ primary target. Dolphins their first loss of the season in from guaranteed right now, a new have had a slow start to the regular With the lack of a true wide receiver the friendly confines of Gillette Stadium, practice facility and a top recruiting season. This past season, the Patriots threat, the Patriots have resorted to and racked up 38 points and nearly shut class shows progress in the ever- also started 2-2, and still went on to ground game, which has not been too out the visiting Dolphins. The Patriots changing landscape of college play in a Super Bowl. The Patriots are effective. were firing on all cylinders and hushed basketball where recruiting has a different team this season, as Danny After losing back-to-back games anyone who speculated that the Patriots become more competitive than Amendola signed with the Dolphins in weeks two and three, Patriots fans would have a subpar season. ever. While everyone at PC hopes in the offseason, and Julian Edelman were likely to be nervous and eager With the Patriots carrying momentum for quick improvement this season is suspended for the first four regular to see what would happen with their into the Oct. 4 game against the in the team’s success, Driscoll and season games. During this time, Tom team in week four against the Dolphins. Indianapolis Colts and Edelman also Cooley have built a program with Brady has struggled to connect with Fans were also excited to see newly returning to the field, fans have no the potential to stay competitive for his other wide receivers, and tight end, signed wide receiver, Josh Gordon, reason to be concerned with the team’s years to come. Rob Gronkowski, has been largely make his debut in New England. The 2-2 start. 24 The Cowl SPORTS October 4, 2018 Men’s Soccer Gets Big Win Over Xavier

canceled. Word will come soon from hopefully keep the momentum going the Friars will take on Marquette PC Soccer: the team on whether there will be in the coming days. University for the Friar Cup, and a re-match. The Friars managed to The road ahead after Uconn will continue the rest of their Big Continued from front page play through a tough match, and can looks tough. This Saturday, Oct. 6, East play throughout the season. The Friars shutout Xavier 2-0, making their record 5-4-1 (2-1 in the Big East). This win put the Friars in 3rd place in the Big East Conference. The two goals came from Joao Serrano ’20 from a free kick, and Danny Griffin ’20, with a counterattack goal in transition. Both occurred in the second half of the game. On the defensive side, goalie Colin Miller ’19 made two saves in the game and recorded his 3rd shutout of the season as well as the 16th shutout of his career. PC was able to defeat its second top-25 opponent this season. The Friars were then ready to take on their next opponent, the University of Connecticut Huskies, on Tuesday night. Tiago Mendonca ’20 is currently leading the Friars with 4 goals and has started all 10 PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS games this season. He is also tied for 8th most goals in the Big East. Miller is also leading the goalies of the Friars with 30 saves and 14 goals allowed, putting him 8th on the list for most saves in the Big East. Sadly, the world is not all sunshine and rainbows; Mother Nature herself decided to make a visit to the Soccer New England night in Providence. While the Friars led the rainy match against UConn 1-0 by forward Andualem Chisolm ’22, lightning struck around the 60th minute of the second half, causing both the delay and the eventual call of the game with 30 minutes and 6 seconds remaining. Per NCAA rules in soccer, since it did not reach the 70th minute, the PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS game could not count. The match The Friars have come a long way since their inaugural season in 1968 (top) to 2018 (bottom), including one Big East title, two Elite Eight appearances, and was ultimately put on record as a one appearance in the Final Four. Women’s Soccer Begins Big East Play

by Cam Smith ’21 Blue Devil fans. PC would end up falling 2-1, but pedal, as McNulty fired a laser past the Wildcat Sports Staff the Friars proved that they belong alongside the keeper to put PC up 1-0 in the 50th minute. Eight WOMEN’S SOCCER nation’s best. minutes later, the scoring onslaught continued as After finishing off their non-conference midfielder Kayla Steeves ’19 curled a masterful schedule with a tie against a talented University of shot into the net off of a corner kick to seal the Simply put, the Providence College Women’s Arkansas team, PC began their Big East portion of game for the Friars. Soccer Team is a force to be reckoned with. The the schedule with a 2-0 win over rival Villanova on A home game on Sept. 27 saw PC fall in a Friars’ record of 7-4-1 gives them a position Sept. 22. The end of the first half saw both teams heartbreaking fashion to Xavier University 2-3 in in the top five in the Big East standings, just tied at zero, but that was not for a lack of chances double overtime. McNulty and Arace both scored for behind Georgetown University, Butler University, on both sides. PC’s McNulty pushed a shot just the Friars in regular time, but a goal from Xavier’s Villanova University, and DePaul University. wide of the net in the 6th minute from the penalty Sydney Schembri snuck past Hogan to drop the Friars The Friars’ success is due in large part to their spot, while Villanova’s Kristen Vinciguerra’s to 1-1 in Big East play. steady defense and tremendous goalkeeper play. 43rd minute bid to put the Wildcats on top was PC took on Butler Sept. 30 and will return to action The defense has been anchored by Katie Day met with a great save from Hogan. The Friars on Oct. 4 to play St. John’s University, where they will ‘19 and Hailee Duserick ‘19, who along with came out of the half with their foot on the gas look to build upon a fantastic first half of the season. Alessandra Arace ‘20 and Olivia Lucia ’20 have helped PC allow only 10 goals on the entire season thus far, the second-best mark in the conference. Five shutouts from goalkeeper Shelby Hogan ’21 have also helped the Friars keep the scoresheet clean on the opposing side. Hannah McNulty ’21 leads the Friars so far this season in goals scored with eight and is second in the entire conference (just behind Georgetown’s Caitlin Farrell with nine). She will be looking to keep up her prolific scoring as the season enters its second half. The Friars opened up the season with nine out- of-conference games, in which they went 6-2-1. That stretch saw the team pull off key wins against vaunted institutions such as Harvard University, Brown University, and Drexel University. The Friars’ only two losses came from the third and 17th ranked teams in the entire country, the University of North Carolina and Duke University, respectively. Against Duke, forward Casey Estey ’19 pinned a shot top right corner with 75.2 minutes on the board, pulling the Friars within one goal and effectively silencing the raucous As of Oct. 3, the Friars found themselves tied for fifth place in the Big East. PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS