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AN ODE TO DIVERSITY THE TRUE MEANING WINTER IS COMING IT’S (ALMOST) THE MOST COOKIE-CUTTER GROWING OUT “Attendees affirmed how OF CHRISTMAS “For those unfamiliar with WONDERFUL TIME OF MURDERS OF CHRISTMAS AU remains committed “It is easier to accept a baby Berrien Winters, here are THE YEAR “Armed with a rolling pin, “Why is everything so festive?” to celebrate diversity and in swaddling clothes than the some simple tips to stay “It’s a program, often put on by she peers cautiously out P. 12 acknowledge the beauty in radical Christ who comes happy and warm despite different churches, partnered the window…” different cultures.” to divide the earth into the the frightful weather.” with people to bring gifts to P. 10 P.3 camps of the sheep and the P. 7 children with one are both goats.” parents in jail.” P. 5 P.8 THE STUDENT MOVEMENT 2 News

Music Department Showcases Diversity

Lisa Hayden News Editor

PHOTOS BY JULIA VINIZCAY

Alicia Dent | On Friday, Nov. 17, the hymns were chosen as the theme. the many soloists of the evening. Warren Garrido (senior, music) program served as an excellent Department of Music Voice Vespers Charles Reid, Associate Burghardt chose to sing the articulated his experience this transition into the Sabbath hours. ushered the Andrews University Professor of Voice, Director of Vocal traditional spiritual “Steal Away” and way: “As a piano major, I came Deandra Joseph (sophomore, community into the Sabbath with Activities, and Artist-in-Residence, stated that “To find the emotional to appreciate and support other speech pathology, language and songs of deliverance and faith in expressed that the intention in feel of the piece I went through and music vespers and recitals such as audiology) said that “The music God. choosing spirituals and hymns analyzed it line by line, assigning this. It was wonderful listening to a vespers was a great program! I The vespers, entitled “Faith of Our was to equip the students with meaning to each stanza. I saw wide range of singers with different enjoyed seeing my friend and other Fathers,” featured arrangements beautiful arrangements that can be each of the stanzas as having three musical styles, interpretations and music majors perform under the of traditional spirituals and hymn sung in various religious settings. distinct emotions: escaping the timbres.” teaching of Professors Reid and arrangements performed in a In addition, such music allows the trials of the world to spend time with The numerous reports from this Zork.” variety of timbres and ranges. This singer to interpret freely and enables Jesus, joy/relief at having found time program indicated that people were Many in attendance expressed program was not only well received the listener to resonate with what to spend with Him, and the more truly blessed by the work invested how they were blessed by giving by the audience, but it also provided they are hearing more strongly . contemplative final stanza as the by each of the voice students and countless affirmations following quite a unique worship experience. The music not only resonated quiet time with Jesus at the end of teachers to make this program the program. A lot of attendees Throughout the years, Andrews with the audience, but with the the day.” possible. What is probably most specifically affirmed how Andrews students have participated in this singers as well. Some mentioned Each singer clearly took to heart impressive is that this program University remains committed to vespers program under varying that their piece helped them to better the lyrics they portrayed to the served as proof that music is truly a their efforts to celebrate diversity themes such as Psalm settings understand cultures different from audience. In addition to resonating universal language. and acknowledge the beauty in from the 1930’s, Sacred Christmas their own, as music is a universal with fellow voice majors, the vespers Not only were music majors different cultures. Solos, Broadway, and Oratorio. This language. Katharina Burghardt also made an impact on other music blessed, but students of other was the first year that spirituals and (junior, music education) was one of majors. disciplines expressed that the

AU Theatre Wing Teaches a Lesson In True Beauty

Christina Mercado | Andrews same plan as the king and queen. “Originally we were going to with better costuming and lighting. musical next semester. University Theatre Wing held He trades places with his servant, (perform) ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ He emphasized that theatre is for A c t r e s s K a zu m i H i r a t a (s o p h o m o r e, three performances of “The Ugly Carlo. While the entertaining and but we didn’t have enough people for every kind of student and the club is psychology and criminal justice), Duckling” at Newbold Auditorium silly “royals” meet each other, the the production. We started looking flexible for student schedules. who played Dulcibella, first fell in over the weekend of Nov. 17-19. real prince and princess meet, for other plays and came across this In addition to actors, the club is love with the art of theatre in her The play tells the story of a king and exchange secrets, and fall in love. one. Everyone liked the concept. always looking for makeup artists, home country of Japan, in middle queen who believe their daughter, The play ends with a riddle that We should never judge someone by hair stylists, technicians, singers school. She said that even though Princess Camilla, is not beautiful. Carlo the “prince” must answer their looks alone because that’s not and dancers. participating in college theatre Her parents plan to marry her to before he can wed the princess. where true beauty lies. Beauty lies In past years, the club has is sometimes hard because of Prince Simon from a faraway land The correct answer was “cat” but within and that’s more important.” presented plays and musicals, the language barrier and cultural who has never seen her before. They Carlo answers “dog.” Prince Simon The Theatre Wing is a non-profit such as “The Importance of Being differences, it is a dream. Hirata force Camilla to trade places with explains that in his country, that dog organization fully funded by the Earnest,” “To Kill a Mockingbird,” said, “I’m so glad to be a part of it.” her more beautiful but ditzy maid, means cat. This hurdle overcome, student body. Director Benjamin “Pygmalion” and “Fiddler on the Dulcibella. they are pledged to be married. Koch (senior, political science/ Roof”. With the funds collected from However, the prince also believes Cast member James Jackson business) said that the club uses the “The Ugly Duckling”, The Theatre he is not handsome and has the (freshmen, architecture) said, money to put on bigger productions Wing hopes to produce a spring THUR 11.16.17 VOLUME 102 ISSUE 10 3

The Power of Encouraging Conversation

Nixon and his office for organizing responses from people with varying this event. It highlighted the need backgrounds and experiences. for conversation. We are all different Crystal-Anne Tan (sophomore, with different experiences and documentary film) said, “The Free different opinions and different Intelligent Conversation event was rationales and the only way to a really positive experience. I think experience all of that is through a lot of the questions asked could conversation.” definitely be applied to everyday Now, the organization sets out conversations with your peers just to accomplish three objectives: to to get different perspectives.” celebrate each other’s differences, The moderator lead the audience to create places where you in breakout sessions before can talk about anything, and to and after the panel discussion. encourage meaningful face-to-face During these sessions, audience conversation. The questions posed members formed groups of 4-5 by the moderator aligned with these and participated in conversation objectives. prompted by FreeIC question During the panel discussion, cards. Attendees resonated with panelists were given the opportunity the importance of group discussion to answer these guided questions. and expressed the need for Audience members recounted their Andrews University to continue PHOTO BY IMC favorite questions and topics that these events. Lisa Hayden | Students, faculty, Allen, a recruiting coordinator for Conversation is a non-profit surfaced during the discussion. Theard Pierre (freshman, and staff filed into Chan Shun International Business Machines organization started with one Autumn Goodman (sophomore, theology) said, “I enjoyed the Hall on a brisk Saturday evening (IBM), moderated a panel on goal: to encourage conversation. photography) said, “One of the FreeIC’s groups of different people to engage in Free Intelligent discussing challenging topics. The According to the official FreeIC questions they asked at the FreeIC talking about things we usually Conversation (FreeIC). Presented panelists were AUSA President website, “the movement has spread thing was, ‘if you could change one never get a chance to speak on. You by the office of Diversity & Jessica Yoong (senior, business), beyond Chicago—we’ve made it thing about yourself what would it not only got to hear the thoughts Inclusion and the Institutional Andrews University Graduate into 15 major US cities, and have be and why’. They also talked about of others but also connect with Diversity & Inclusion Action Student Association (AUGSA) even stretched internationally into safe spaces and the purpose of people you’d never think you would Council, this event encouraged President Mark Reid (Master of Canada and Italy.” creating them as well as the conflict or had the opportunity to speak to. dialogue and interpersonal growth Divinity, third year), and Andrews Mark Reid, a panelist for the that comes with having safe spaces Andrews should absolutely make between individuals of different University faculty members: event, affirmed this. for people to discuss issues, but more events like this. We need more backgrounds. Chaplain Jose Bourget, Professor Reid said, “I had heard about not having safe people in the safe intelligent conversations because Co-curricular credit was provided Krista Cooper and Professor freeIC in Chicago but I was never spaces.” the minds of the student body work and the program began promptly at Marcella Myers. able to attend; having FreeIC on While the questions certainly and think differently!” 6:30 p.m. on the evening of Nov. 18. Founded and directed by campus was a great opportunity to touched on important topics, After participants engaged in some Andrews University Alumni Kyle have conversation with individuals I individuals felt they were also conversation warmups, Clifford Emile (BS ’14), Free Intelligent normally wouldn’t. I appreciate VP relatable, which resulted in

Honors Thesis Symposium: An Exploration of Intrigues and Passions

this year took place on Thursday, HPLC Method Development to scholars to share all the time- November 16 and several students Isolate Potentially–Carcinogenic, consuming research that expressed their fondness for the Arginine–Based Heterocyclic they have been working on,” event. Amines”; and Jatniel Rodriguez on shared Talisa Gonzalez (junior, “Research Symposium Day “Humility in the Proverbs”. psychology). “Even when I listened is strangely one of my favorite “The Honors Thesis presented to presentations outside of my Honors events. It’s so interesting by Joshua Ahn on the topic of discipline, I could see the passion to see what all of my fellow Honors graphic organizers impacted me on that the researchers had for their scholars have been researching. a personal level. I will continue to work. It’s good to know that Honors It also brings out the community use matrix style graphic organizers is giving their students a way to aspect of Honors,” said Ingrid as a tool for effective studying,” said develop professional research and Radulescu (junior, English, pre-law) D’Shauna Edwards (junior, biology- presentation skills while also giving adding that “it’s a time where other neuroscience). them the opportunity to explore Honors scholars, Honors council The students were given only something they love.” members, friends of Honors and three guidelines for their projects: family members can all come to their thesis must be within the support those presenting.” bounds of their major field; they This fall, four seniors presented must work with a professor; and their research projects in the formal they must work towards presenting PHOTO BY KAYLA MINNICK talks: Joshua Ahn presented on a fresh contribution to the research. Joliana Lecointe | The Honors research, and then a formal twenty- “The Effect of Graphic Organizers Students attending the event Thesis Symposium has been a part minute talk where the Honors as a Note–taking Strategy in an expressed their overall satisfaction of the Honors program for more Scholars give a more thorough Undergraduate Biology Classroom”; with the various research than 25 years. It is held twice a summary of their project. After Sarah Henry Saturne on“How Work presentations and the energy of the year, fall and spring. The event has their presentation, the audience is Motivation and Support Affect presenters. two parts: a poster session to give permitted to ask questions. Work Ethic in University Student “I enjoyed the fact that the a visual summary of participants’ The Fall Honors Thesis Symposium Employees”; Victoria Kim on “Prep– presentations allow the Honors THE STUDENT MOVEMENT 4 Ideas

The Humble Babe and a Sword of Peace

Jatniel Rodriguez | As I walk peace on earth? No, I tell you, but The birth is beautiful, but without a leaders, it is dangerous to do so obscure the peace; the temporary through campus beneath a clear rather division” (Luke 12:51, ESV). sacrifice and a resurrection there is with the author of one’s faith. One obscures the eternal. sky of stars, I wonder what it must The angels declared peace, Jesus no hope. must accept Christ for all he is and The joy of the Christmas season have been like for the shepherds declared division, but perhaps the I suggest that we have, however represents or not at all. brings a short-termed burst of on the night of Jesus’ birth. The contradiction is not as jarring as it unconsciously, accorded Christmas It is ironic that we look forward goodwill, just as it did in 1914 for sky suddenly surges with light and seems. its greater importance by our own to family reunions at Christmas even a few hours for a few thousand angels invite them to witness the Much time, money and effort preference. It is easier to accept though Christ promised division weary soldiers. But the hope of birth of a King. The angels burst are spent during the Christmas a baby in swaddling clothes than between father and son. Among the the resurrection is a slow-burning into song, giving glory to God and season. As happy and peaceful as a the radical Christ who comes to topics generally not discussed at fire that keeps the tired Christian Frentzen declaring peace and goodwill to time it should be, to some families, divide the earth into the camps of polite gatherings, religion is among going. There are two sacrifices in Pakpahan men. As the shepherds ponder the Christmas is such a significant time the sheep and the goats. Christ the them. Yet at a festival charged with salvation’s history: Jesus came, died Ideas Editor invitation with the fading notes of of celebration that it causes more babe asks nothing of us beyond such theological significance, we and resurrected. The secondary angelic choirs echoing in their ears, stress than joy: gifts must be bought, the modeling of gift-giving; Christ manage to ignore its implications. part depends on us. Christ came I find myself captivated by the words the logistics of Christmas dinner the risen demands our whole life, The change demanded in the to bring division. He will divide our spoken to them: “Peace on earth planned, and lights and decorations including the cherished sins. The Christian life does not require but hearts and cast away the evil shell and goodwill to men.” With his birth, put up. We heap importance upon world would prefer Jesus remain in often entails separation between the leaving a humble heart reflecting heaven drew near to earth, eternity this season—the time when we humble obscurity, unchallenging, believer and nonbeliever. However, his glory. We can only reconcile the to the finite. The gravity of the remember the birth of Christ. But peaceful and non-rebuking. Few Christian division ends in peace, birth and resurrection of Christ in Incarnation and thus of Christmas’s a similar amount of attention is not would say no to the thought of though few see it this way. They note this way: that while Christ calls for us deeper meaning should not be taken awarded to the resurrection. Easter receiving presents. We admire Christ the difficulty of the walk rather than to share His great gift of love, it is not lightly. is almost a joke. Without tracing the for certain principles (love, peace, the reward. This is why the song of without a great personal struggle I have been surprised by the history, is it not a bit demeaning to goodwill) and forget the others peace sung by the angels is true culminating in our own spiritual way Christmas celebrates the infant surround the resurrection of Christ— (repentance and sanctification) Just only for those who please God. death and renewal. Christ but seemingly ignores the quite arguably the most significant as we do with other leaders, we God’s intervention in the dark affairs rest of his life. Though the angels moment in the plan of salvation— admire their leadership but pick the of this earth should be good news declared peace on earth, Jesus with bunnies and egg hunts? Easter qualities we want to observe and to all but it becomes good news to himself would soon declare: “Do coupled with Christmas provides a ignore the rest. Though this makes the few who accept it. The hardship you think that I have come to give more complete picture of salvation. sense when dealing with human of the Christian life is allowed to

Going Crazy Over Christmas

Teddy Kim | On my dorm room by kindness and generosity. people as possible, stretching our wall hang two sets of Christmas People suddenly reset their moral tolerance where actions that are lights, one clear and one colored. clocks and renew their feelings usually annoying can be overlooked. My roommate has a vinyl player that of friendship and outreach, all in In other words, we forgive and forget, will soon be playing holiday carols, good spirit with the holidays. In constantly reminding ourselves that hymns, and standards. I currently behavior contrasted from the other a better way exists, provided by the hang Santa hats on the wall next parts of the year, bosses hand out holiday messages of joy and cheer. to my bed, and a reindeer stocking Christmas bonuses, neighbors help It is interesting that we try so outside of my door (I actually each other decorate, and everyone hard to change for this span of planned to gift wrap the door only begins giving gifts to each other. the year. Clearly, we are willing to to remember that Andrews does not The morality is especially preached adjust our personalities because we allow it, citing safety reasons). I have to be one that is not just visible on find motivation in what Christmas a $20 ceramic mug from Starbucks the outside, but within us as well. stands for. But Christmas is that I bought during the holiday- Families begin to pull out moral tales intrinsically a façade. Its traditions cups craze last year. I have doled like A Christmas Story and How the are modified customs, passed down out countless peppermint barks and Grinch Stole Christmas, reminding from generation to generation. Its Ferrero Rocher chocolates to my us of the selflessness necessary for a messages of peace and harmony friends and written about five out of true Christmas experience. As some are but crafted attachments, ideas my fifteen planned Christmas cards. variation of the old adage goes, that some person decided to relate What is it about this time of year Christmas is not something defined to Christmas at some point in time. that makes many go fanatical? My by the amount of gifts given, but by We call for altruism, but we act in personal enjoyment of Christmas the altruism of the individual. Hence, accordance with our own selfish stems from that “holiday feeling” the number of volunteers that serve nature still. Perhaps our altruism that I developed during childhood: at soup kitchens, homeless shelters comes in response to external going shopping in the holiday- and other noble causes goes up, as desires or pressures—we give to PHOTO BY PUBLIC DOMAIN decorated mall, building snowmen we become interested in giving the receive, whether it be material gifts on my front lawn, listening to Nat most valuable gift of all: our time. or spiritual blessings. King Cole by the fire, getting tucked Until Thanksgiving, we are given And so if we are willing to change And purify ourselves for the sake of nice. But really, most of us have into bed in my reindeer PJs, drinking allowances for our selfishness, ourselves that easily, for something Christmas, using the holidays as our been taught these ideals since we hot chocolate made by my dad rudeness and ingratitude throughout artificial and man-made, I wonder primary motivation to do so. were born, so why should it anything wearing an ugly Christmas sweater. the year. But when the Christmas what it would take for us to embody And I laugh at the matter; usually be new? Theoretically, Christmas I could go on about what I enjoy countdown comes, everyone the message of Jesus. Jesus people say that the “meaning” should be a redundant time of year, about Christmas and this time of is motivated to become a more has long preached forgiveness, of Christmas is lost among the especially to the followers of Christ, year, but I’ll spare you all the details. benevolent version of themselves. kindness, and selflessness. He is commercialization of the season, or where none of its ideals should But setting aside my personal We say that it’s the ol’ Christmas the best earthly example of such from the (despite our best efforts) come as a surprise when compared experience, I know that for many, spirit, that it’s a time everyone traits. Billions are attracted to His still-present selfishness that prevails to how we have been living.. Christmas is not so much a nostalgic should be able to enjoy. Hence, we teachings for the same reasons that no matter how close we are to the return to childhood, but a time find ourselves being much more so many celebrate Christmas. Even 25th. But the true irony lies in how we that signifies a moral turnaround. generous with our peers and those so, many refuse to change. We are superficially try to change ourselves This is the quintessential season around us. We wear layers of human rude. We are greedy. We wage war in a temporary period, acting as if we of good-naturedness, defined decency, show kindness to as many with our fellow man. And then we try realized something new about being THUR 11.16.17 VOLUME 102 ISSUE 10 5 Ideas

A Review of Facing Doubt: A Book for Adventist Believers

Frentzen Pakpahan | In the middle doctrinal and ethical rigidity. As That brings me to one of the for subjectivity in the hermeneutical Exactly Must I Believe?” will be of of my freshman year, I came to the a self-admitted “progressive”, interesting ideas that Bruinsma process as well. He clearly rejects great interest to anyone who has point where it did not seem that Bruinsma acknowledges that many sets forward in the book which an exclusively literal reading (“plain ever entertained the idea that there theism was intellectually tenable. As of these doubts have been his own is that of “foundationalism.” reading” as he frequently calls it) might be a hierarchy of importance a theology major, it was rather ironic. at some point in his life. “‘Strong’ foundationalism” and leaves Scripture open to self- that can be applied to the 28 Here I was sitting in religion classes, The second half of the book is sets out to find “absolute and interpretation. Fundamental Beliefs. in chapel, in vespers and church; devoted to addressing these doubts. unassailable principles” (119). This Perhaps Bruinsma intended I should note that anyone who here I was dutifully opening my Bible Instead of writing bullet point style is very unpopular in a postmodern for Scripture to have the final say. reads the first half of the book and to the chapter and verse; here I was and answering all the questions society and I do not even believe However, in my reading of the has not dealt with the questions singing and reciting and moving my one might have, Bruinsma suggests that God is “self-evidently true.” text this did not come across. In Bruinisma raises should skip to the lips; and here I was wondering not something rather unexpected. The Instead, the concept of “modest” several instances, Bruinsma states second half and then read through whether my heart was in it, as it best way to tackle these doubts, foundationalism that intrigued me. the need to allow the Holy Spirit to the first. I was initially confused by desired to be, but whether my head he says, is not to extract oneself For ideas that fall into this category work. Concerning the “revival and why the author would raise so many could be in it, too. After much soul- from the church and to go through there may still be doubts but the reformation initiative” launched questions and then leave them wrenching, pondering and guidance a period of isolated critical thought ideas themselves can be believed under current President of the unanswered, but it became clear from a friend, I came to embrace as Moses and Paul had done, but without sacrificing reason. I believe General Conference Ted Wilson, to me only in the second half that God and to know Him more fully to embrace the church and lead a God fits into this category. Nature Bruinsma writes that “perhaps too rather than encouraging division, than I had known Him before. I can Christian life as best as one can, and logic certainly require him to much is being orchestrated and too the author attempts to acknowledge empathize with those who struggle meanwhile exercising what little be there—although there are many little left to the initiative of the Spirit the myriad issues in the church he to know whether God exists and capacity one has to trust that God other explanations, none seem as himself” (50). Further on he notes the loves and has given his life’s work to. whether He is truly good and loving might be there. He counsels the strong. Further on, he introduces the need for an openness to “new light” as the Bible claims Him to be. I had reader to “Immerse yourself in the idea of a “web” of “interdependent” when it comes to doctrine (158). In Note: The author of the book felt the emotions, the awe that there language of faith” (italics his). The beliefs. No one idea, such as the attempting to provide the rationale reviewed above will be speaking on was something Beyond ourselves, solution, according to Bruinsma, is Sabbath, has legitimacy unless a behind Christianity, Bruinsma asks, campus this weekend. “Why I Have but I was never truly sure. It was not not to blindly believe or to wait until number of other beliefs come along “Why should we, for instance, trust Stayed with the Adventist Church,” until I came to believe and know Him all your questions have answers, with it—inspiration of Scripture, reason more than perception or presented by Reinder Bruinsma, at to be there that I began to have a but in the midst of searching to Creation, the sanctuary, and so on. intuition? The choice to rely purely a special vespers on Friday, Dec. 1, relationship with Him. find and participate in a church that Bruinsma accurately sets forth the on reason is, when everything is said at 5:30 p.m. in Newbold Auditorium, When I was asked to review meets your needs, to read the Bible principles of the intellectual side of and done, an arbitrary decision” Buller Hall. He will also lead at Facing Doubt by Reinder Bruinsma, I without regard to its historicity but the Christian faith. The Christian’s (123). Now I do not want to quote Faculty Lounge Sabbath School on was slightly intimidated. While I grew its message, and to pray and believe mindset should be one of modest out of context or paint Bruinsma Sabbath morning, Dec. 2, and at up an Adventist, I was not steeped in that someone is listening (see foundationalism since God has as a liberal (a label he does not 3:30 p.m at Chan Shun Hall, as part our history, in Ellen White, or in the chapters six and nine) . always left room for some doubt. adopt). Rather, these statements of Michiana Adventist Forum. Fundamental Beliefs as much as I I appreciate this fresh take. Thus, the idea of God makes sense and questions come in response think I should have been. Even now, The trap the church often falls into, insofar as he/she/it concerns the to Adventist rigidity in doctrine and my understanding of Adventism Bruinsma notes, is to label doubters mind, but there is still a chasm of practice. It seems as if we leave too itself is only starting to coalesce as unbelievers. He writes, “Doubt reason that only a “leap of faith” can little room for the Holy Spirit to work into a clear image as the various is not just a Christian problem, it overcome; once this is reconciled, by the limits of our programs and the parts I have been taught are piecing is a human problem” (109). It is an the rest of Adventism falls into place. wording of the Fundamental Beliefs. themselves together. Therefore, inevitable and necessary part of the One continuous cord running Even so, I think it would be beneficial I strongly encourage reading the faith journey. Not everyone sees it through the book has made me here for Bruinsma to clarify how book for yourself. Whether you are this way. There will always be those hesitant to give it full approval. one can know the Spirit is working going through doubts yourself or in the church who immediately see Bruinsma repeatedly mentions the and whether there is the risk of know someone who is, it might be doubt as an attack on the faith rather need for diversity of thought within emotional illusion or self-deception. of help to you. than an opportunity for growth, as the church but fails to make mention Surely everything has to be held up Bruinsma, a retired pastor and it was for me. Only those who are of the concomitant dangers. to the light of Scripture? The reason “church administrator” from the unsure about their faith will seek to Whereas it is true that dogmatism I make mention of this is because it Netherlands, splits his book into two stifle doubtful voices. Only those often leads to legalism, it is equally is essential, even to “believers on halves: the first half puts forward whose faith is unshakeable will true that too much creative space the margins”, that if one takes the a litany of legitimate misgivings encourage the discussion, secure can lead to all sorts of problems— “leap of faith” he must do so with the that believers may have that in the belief that their faith will stand at the least erroneous interpretation, understanding that his faith must would understandably push them the test. at the worst heresy. He argues that abide by Scripture, or else his is a toward the exits. Among these are I can testify that Bruinsma’s this is a slippery slope and a logical ship set adrift. philosophical questions regarding suggested prescription has worked fallacy. So it may be, but only if Overall, I believe Bruinsma theism as I had had myself, such for me. I came to realize after my Scripture is held up as the final has written a quality guide for the as the age-old “Why does a good, own crisis of faith that my lifestyle standard by which all practice and Adventist shrouded in doubt. I agree all-powerful God allow suffering?”, had had an effect on my thinking. new beliefs are examined. Though with him that it is important to stay to specific grievances about the Though a theology major, I did this principle is suggested and with the church, even if one is not Adventist church – a recent tendency not always live as one should. The perhaps implied, Bruinsma makes yet fully convinced of one’s faith, toward fundamentalism, its virtual mental dissonance it took to be a no explicit mention of this in his because I believe the Adventist disavowal of women’s ordination hypocrite not only troubled my soul beliefs. The Bible, he writes, “is an message is the most in line with at the most recent assembly of the but shook the foundations of my inspired book that tells the story of the Bible. I greatly appreciated the General Conference, the elevation reason, something I treasure as an God’s involvement with humankind, quotation of contemporary scholars, of Ellen White over the Bible, academic hopeful. In order to justify and provides me with basic guiding Adventist and non-Adventist alike, doctrinal issues on Creation and the my own actions, I had to throw out principles” (189). Nowhere does for the varying perspectives they sanctuary, among others. Bruinsma God. That proved to be impossible— he mention the need to hold up provided. Too often I feel that Ellen sympathizes with the postmodern not due to the social repercussions everything against the light of White is a conversation-ender rather who cannot find liberty within the but because of the equally valid Scripture. Perhaps this should come than a conversation-starter. I want church but finds only institutional, evidence for his existence. as no surprise since he leaves room to point out that Chapter 8, “What THE STUDENT MOVEMENT 6 Pulse

Bomb Droppers End With a Boom

quarterback (vonDorpowski) and Droppers caused two false start some passes to Jardine and Zach penalties, which resulted in an Mottley (senior, computer science), extra 15 yards that pushed them which helped them gain a lot of back away from the end zone. yards. With a minute left, Bomb Bomb Droppers quarterback Droppers were 10 yards from the Brandon vonDorpowski lobbed up end zone. On their first touchdown a high pass to Amante Gonzalez attempt, vonDorpowski threw a (second year, clinical mental health touchdown to wide receiver, Ben counseling) in the end zone for the Ashton (second year, doctor of touchdown. The Bomb Droppers Carlye physical therapy). MOB was able to were able to convert the extra point Tagalog prevent the Bomb Droppers from attempt. This resulted in a final Pulse Editor getting an extra point making an score of 13-6. Congratulations to even score of 6-6 at the half. the Bomb Droppers for being the Bomb Droppers started the league champions. second half with the ball. Zach As Sherman said, “We missed Mottley from the Bomb Droppers three starters on the offensive side made a one-handed Odell as well as four starting defense.” Beckham-type catch to keep the Because this game was close, drive going. it could have had a completely He said, “I lost the football in the different turn out. It turned into lights and I couldn’t see. I put my a tough match with a few close left hand across my eyes to shield calls, split-second decisions and

PHOTO BY JAY MARTINEZ the lights and somehow the timing mishaps that shaped the outcome. was perfect enough that I could feel Because the game took place Torian Hill | On Monday, Nov. with quick, short passes and a few their own 20-yard line. When MOB the ball in my hand.” close to the start of Thanksgiving 20, two teams fought hard to handoffs; they scored a touchdown was on offense, Sherman almost On fourth and goal MOB player, break, star players Xavier Cameron claim a men’s Intramural Football by quarterback David Sherman threw an interception to Bomb Junior Orelus, made an interception (senior, engineering) and Cameron League Championship. The final (sophomore, psychology) getting Droppers’s player, Phil Jardine, off a balled tipped by a Bomb Burton (senior, engineering) were featured MOB versus Da Bomb the option and running the ball from but Jardine dropped it. A few plays Dropper player. On fourth down of not able to play, which had an Droppers. Despite the mid-40s the 20-yard line. However, Bomb later, Sherman attempted to throw MOB’s drive after the interception, effect on how the team played weather conditions, the fast winds Droppers’s defense prevented the a Touchdown pass, but Brandon Zack Mottley came up with a huge and executed their game plan. made it feel a lot colder, creating one extra point attempt. Shortly vonDorpowski (senior, marketing) sack on David Sherman. This Nevertheless, the game was an ambiance of adversity and after, the Da Bomb Droppers intercepted it. resulted in a turnover on downs exciting, mainly because of the suspense. struggled to make their way up When Bomb Droppers were because MOB got stuck within the amount of competitiveness. MOB started with the ball and the field on offense and eventually on offense, they quickly moved 20-yard line and were not able to made good progress down the field turned over the ball on 4th down at down the field with runs by their convert the first down. The Bomb

Winter Survival 101

don’t forget to wear hats as well. will get you sick if you are not Check the Weather Hair damage results from exposure adequately protected. Remember: If you have a weather app on your to low temperatures over time! Also, warmth over style. phone, then you are saving yourself not everyone has earmuffs, but some trouble. Keep track of the headphones are equal substitutes. Reroute through Buildings weather so you know how to dress Your ears are covered and listening Honestly, it would be great if the and what extra things you’ll need to to music can distract from the heated awning leading to the James take outside your room. Potential cold. Despite not looking cute and White Library was connected to rain or snowstorm will lead you to snazzy all the time, you’ll find that every building, but alas, such is not wearing rain boots or snow boots. the added comfort is totally worth it! the case. Staying out in the cold too You might need an umbrella or rain long causes some stinging in your jacket. If you are accustomed to Peel Off the Layers Indoors fingers and toes, even if you’re all returning to your room before each After getting all cozy in your super geared up. A wise decision would class, you might need to reconsider warm outfit, you might not want to be to cut through some warm on days with dangerous weather. take off your coat and scarf when buildings and have a less painful Imagine doing your hair nicely but indoors, but it is important to do journey. No, you do not have to having to cover it because of the so. Your body temperature adjusts peel off outer layers when walking snow or deciding to wear your nice to your warm gear in the cold. After through buildings because the trip Timberlands and you find yourself being in a warm classroom for a long is short. Taking these shortcuts walking through muddy or mushy time, the temperature changes and will keep you warm and energized puddles—yuck! your body will be shocked when you throughout the day. go outside again. Truly surviving the Get Cuffed winter means regulating your body Stock Up On Food There is nothing warmer than PHOTO BY APRYL BRILEY temperature, so remember to peel Going outside is a hard thing to snuggling with bae as you navigate Dana WIlson | The survival of the Dress for Warmth off the coat, scarf and gloves when do when it’s cold. Save yourself through the cold. Holding his or her winter season, which encompasses This is the most important! Don’t settling inside a warm place. some trips by going to the store hand or sharing a hug is an easy the majority of the Andrews just throw on a coat and slip on and buying some groceries to way to stay warm. You will also feel experience, is a treacherous some boots—wear undergarments DO NOT BE DECEIVED make meals inside, buying a to-go warm and fuzzy inside with all the journey. One must be wise in such as vests and tights under You will witness some fellow in the cafeteria and loading up on mutual love expressed. If you are order to survive the vicious cold. your sweaters and jeans. Layer up! students walking in shorts and flip- extra servings, or buying what you without one, look for your options in For those unfamiliar with Berrien Having clothes close to your body flops. What you see is a lie. Some want in the Gazebo. Please do not the Cast soon to come or just ignore Winters, here are some simple tips helps keep your blood circulation people are more accustomed to the depend on the dormitory vending this last tip. You’ll still be warm to stay happy and warm despite the flowing, which also maintains your cold than others or acclimate to the machines. You know why. without a bae. frightful weather. body heat. For outer garments, cold in strange ways, but even so, gloves and scarves are a must, but such cases are rare. Cold weather Stay warm, friends! THUR 11.16.17 VOLUME 102 ISSUE 10 7 Pulse

Making Finals the Best of Times

Tara Thona | “It was the best of times with no regrets. time and attention to studying. After the phone on “Do Not Disturb” yourself with good food. Study your times, it was the worst of times.” every 30 to 50 minutes, take a break mode. Whatever your distraction note cards while walking. Dress Charles Dickens’s noteworthy Plan ahead. to increase effective productivity may be, put it away when unitasking with confidence and comfortability. opening of A Tale of Two Cities Waiting until the last minute does and focus. Similar to a job, studying on studies. Bring your iClicker, pen, pencil and mirrors almost every college not benefit the quality of your work will pay off. eraser. Take deep breaths. Before student’s experience during the or your sanity. Write out deadlines Stay healthy. anything, pray. You never know end of each year, each semester. according to date. Then prioritize Remove distractions. Don’t skip meals, drink plenty what miracle God can work for you. Returning from a Thanksgiving what needs to be done first. Manage In the study Facebook and Texting of water and regularly exercise teaser of what the holiday season your time by using a planner or Made Me Do It: Media-induced to avoid sickness and improve Let’s finish the year with these final has in store, the sweet taste of an agenda—and check it often. task-switching while studying, concentration and memory. Get reminders to study hard so we can freedom with family and friends still Prepare for the morning the night Larry Rosen, Mark Carrier and restorative sleep, which may boost experience the best of times both lingers in our minds as we come before. Lay out your outfit, print out Nancy Cheever of the California performance, improve memory after and during finals week. to the close of the semester—the your papers and make your study State University of Dominguez and lower stress. If you struggle best of times. Nevertheless, final guides before the morning, not ten Hills say that those who had falling asleep, eliminate the habit exams, papers, projects and thesis minutes prior to class. Planned out more technology available in the of using electronic devices before defenses must precede before preparation can conquer low spirits. environment during their study and in bed. Meet with support vacation. Some may consider period preferred task switching to groups when studying becomes this Dickens’s “the worst of Treat studying like your job. unitasking. Thus, delete extra tabs overwhelming. In general, remind times”—when our procrastination When asked “What is your of irrelevant sites or apps. Avoid yourself that self-care time is as and neglection of academic profession?”, we say, “Student.” readily replying to the immediate vital as study time. responsibilities catch up to us. But And honestly, with the amount pop-ups of alerts and messages. there is no reason to add to this of time we put into school, why Do not split the computer screen Simple habits to succeed on the heavy burden of worry and stress. don’t we act like studying is our with Google Docs and Facebook. day of exams Prepare now for finals, in hopes that profession? Take a few hours in During intentional study time, Get a good night’s sleep. Wake up you get to experience the best of your day to dedicate undivided silence your notifications and place early. Leave to class on time. Fuel

Editors Sleigh Christmas

Andrei Wayne Kyrk Defino, Edi- ous malls on either side and com- hood, I remember feeling enchant- other and we always make sure to ing beacon. Called Bentleyville, tor-in-Chief muters return from LA. I can wake ed by Philippine parol (star-shaped hide the stockings. Christmas time it’s a “Tour of Lights” with its own If I could rank holidays in order up in the morning and see moun- Christmas ornamental lanterns), is a time to spend with family and Wikipedia page. Highlights include: of my top five they would be: My tains, go jogging in shorts (awe- watching the TV 100-day count- to get all the Christmas shopping outdoor skating, free hot chocolate Birthday, Christmas, Halloween, some in December), visit one of the down to Christmas (I know right), done. I love wrapping each gift, and light dinosaurs. Sparkling from Thanksgiving, and New Year’s wild animal parks that my brother dreaming that ash fall from stub- even though I cannot wrap them for a distance, it’s a warm welcome to Eve. The only reason why I rank my supports, and renew ties with in- ble burnings were snow and sing- the life of me. Honestly, Christmas- see from the top of the hill after a birthday first is because it comes a laws, cousins, and old friends. “But ing multilingual Christmas songs time is the best time and we all have ten-hour white-knuckled-snowy few days before Christmas and for don’t you want a white Christmas?” in the international school choir. the birth of Jesus to thank for it! drive home. some reason my family would only Some people ask me. Don’t worry: When I lived in Mongolia, I had my ever give me gifts on one of these I’ll be back for a white January and first White Christmas. It was great, Frentzen Pakpahan, Ideas Editor Lisa Hayden, News Editor occasions. Am I a little bitter about February. except the snow was too dry for Perhaps it was the ninety-degree Whenever my household stayed it? Of course not. Okay. Fine. May- proper snow angels or snowmen. weather. Perhaps it was the jungle home for Christmas we watched be middle school and angsty high Alexi Decker, Copy Editor Obviously, I became more than ec- pressing in on the freeway. Perhaps Michael Curtiz’s film: “White Christ- school me would say yes, but now I Let’s talk about Christmas food, static when I experienced my first it was lunch at a roadside shack mas” and ate traditional Jamai- realize that neither of these days are shall we? My grandmother has this legitimate white Christmas in Mary- rather than at home. Perhaps it was can Rum Cake. But for the past 5 really about the gifts. amazing/bad-for-my-health tra- land—along with the discovery of meeting my paternal grandfather for Christmases, we’ve traveled to Flor- Being Filipino, my family forms dition of baking absurd amounts snowball fights with my brothers, the first time at his grave. Perhaps ida to visit my Grand Aunt who is into a confusing blob of sever- of holiday desserts. On any given the Christmas radio, and holiday it was touring one of the state mu- now 83 years old. Because of this, al Uncle Boy’s, Auntie Iday’s, and Christmas, we’ll have tins stacked in pies. Today, Christmas for me in- seums that continues to fuel false I’ve missed out on my usual White cousins with weird nicknames like the basement full of fudge, pepper- volves simpler things such as tak- ideas about my country’s history. Christmases at home in Chicago. “Koks, Sash, Lan, and Jing.” For us, mint bark, divinities, chocolate chip ing annual family photos, playing Perhaps it was visiting the hospital Now, I look forward to our tradi- this time of the year is now always cookies, coconut macaroons, and for Christmas cantata programs where I was born. There was some- tion of setting lights on the large a chance to go on a new cramped generally more food than we could and sharing warm drinks next to thing about being in Indonesia and palm trees in the front yard of my long-drive adventure around North ever hope to eat. Christmas to me the crackling bonfire. Although the returning to my roots that made Grand Aunt’s house and drinking America, enjoy each other’s meals means playing hand after hand of Christmas spirit has altered now that particular Christmas Day more ice-cold sorrel—with ginger—on her and company, and have the oc- pinochle, running downstairs during and then, a few things quintessen- meaningful than all the snowmen, porch. We still gorge on Rum Cake casional arguments about funda- breaks to bring up more fudge, and tially remain the same throughout than all the decorated evergreens, though~ mental beliefs and generational going to bed with a stomachache the years: joy, family and the food than all the ABC Family movies New ideologies. Ultimately, the holidays and a smile. It’s more than just the that connects them both. Hampshire ever gave me. are a chance for me to remember food though—it’s the hours of bak- that at the end of the day, I’ve been ing with my Grammie, the evenings Kaitlyn Rigg, Photo Editor Kelly Lorenz, A&E Editor blessed with this big mess of a loud, trying to convince my dad to have What does Christmas mean to Holiday nostalgia is too strung out nosey, extra and large family—both just one more piece of fudge, the me? It means absolute happiness! for me—there is no good reason to the chosen and the blood. time spent with my family. That’s It means traveling always to visit blast the same 12 songs for an en- the sweetest gift of all. my whole family, and I love every tire month, and you don’t need to fill Scott Moncrieff, Faculty Advisor second of it. The Christmas spirit your home with tacky decorations— Christmas for me means returning Carlyle Tagalog, Pulse Editor brings the out the best in us. I love but I will admit, the best thing about to my native “country”: California. It Thanks to moving around differ- the food, the soft yellow lights, set- Christmas is the lights. My current gives me a chance to sit in a traffic ent countries so much, my family ting up the Christmas tree and, my hometown has amazing Christmas jam on the 10 freeway adjacent to never had a set Christmas tradition favorite, the music. My family al- lights; a yearly tradition converts the Loma Linda as shoppers glut vari- or experience. Back in my child- ways exchanges gifts with one an- biggest park downtown into a glow- THE STUDENT MOVEMENT 8 Humans

AU Christmas Traditions

Adriana Santana (sophomore, psychology) As a child my favorite traditions included: sledding down the big hill down the street from my house, begging my dad to make hot chocolate everyday and tiptoeing into my sister’s room early Christmas morning because I was too excited to wait for my parents to wake up. Growing up, I still beg for the hot chocolate every day, but now I have a love for different Adriana traditions. We watch as many movies as possible starting with Santana something like Little Women, and ending with It’s A Wonderful Humans Editor Life. The whole break is filled with us rattling off as many movie quotes as we can, and seeing who can guess it first. Since I come from a big Hispanic family, we usually have to split our time with each side for Christmas Eve and Christmas day. On Christmas Eve we spend it with my dad’s side of the family, and have a huge family dinner. Afterwards, we’ll have a Yankee gift swap which ends in laughs, and sometimes hurt feelings because people didn’t get what they originally wanted. Then on Christmas Day we go to the movies with my mom’s side and watch a movie we all voted to see. We end the night by going to eat dessert at my aunt’s house, and then finally end up at ours to watch the last Christmas movie of the season.

Josiah Everett (freshman, sociology) Darius Bridges (sophomore, architecture) My favorite tradition is every year on Christmas Eve, we make christmas cookies and watch The Every year before Christmas we watch my family’s favorite movies: It’s Christmas Story and How the Grinch Stole Christmas. a Wonderful Life and White Christmas. Also, before we open presents, we read the story of Jesus’ birth, and then we go one by one and open gifts—usually starting with my parents. I give my presents last.

Dr. Liz B. Muhlenbeck (associate professor of management) I try to spread a bit of the festive spirit all through the month of December. For starters, the Friday after Thanksgiving, I always get the kids some Christmas jammies—the cuddlier the better! Our most cherished tradition is when every Friday night in December leading up to Christmas, we have an Advent vespers at our house. The kids spend the week working on a Christmas piece on the piano, or learning a Christmas poem, or scripture to read. Each week has its own theme of Love, Joy, Hope and Peace. I have a nativity set and each week we add pieces that correspond with our readings and light a candle on our Advent wreath. Since we often travel for Christmas, we have a special “family Christmas” night where we light the last Advent candle, conclude our readings, including the Luke 2:1-20 account of the birth of Christ, and open our pres- ents from each other. Our Advent tradition usually includes a community service project that we do together as a family, from serving at a shelter, participating in an Angel Tree, or sorting food with the Scouts, our kids love to volunteer and spread the Christmas cheer! Santa usually rewards the kids with filled stockings (that were handmade by Grandma) on Christmas morning..

Orlando Hernandez (pre-physical therapy) We always open gifts at 12:00 am Christmas day, instead of opening them later on in the morning; then af- terwards we go to Disney World, and sing.

Autumn Goodman (sophomore, photography) A Christmas tradition that we had in my family was every Christmas Maya Nelson (sophomore, social work) Eve my dad would go to the dollar store and get fake mustaches, We usually watch all the movies we missed that came out that year during the Christmas break. Also, on and he would dress up as a chef to pretend to be a French baker. Christmas day we go and see whatever movie we want that’s in theaters. We would also make cookies from scratch for Santa. Another one that we started when I was in high school were videos. My dad was deployed, or away for work for most of my high school experience, so when Christmas came around we were never 100% certain if he would be home so we started making videos (vlogs). So we could update him on the process of getting ready for Christmas in the event that he wouldn’t be there that year. THUR 11.16.17 VOLUME 102 ISSUE 10 9 Humans

AU Christmas Traditions Continued

Dr. Harvey Burnett (chair, Department of Behavioral Sciences) When my kids were younger, during the Christmas season we did the typical Christmas activities where we wrapped the presents on Christ- mas Eve and put them under the tree that night. However the tradition we do that is dearest to me is that every year I used to make cookies for my children. The two kinds I had were oatmeal scotch and choco- Scott E. Moncrieff late chip cookies, and always an edition of my choice depending on Faculty Advisor what came to mind.

Tramayne Knowles (senior, speech pathology and audiology) My favorite Christmas tradition is staying up late on Christmas Eve with my little brother watching all of our favorite Christmas movies: How the Grinch Stole Christmas, The Polar Express and all the Home Alone movies. We also drink so much eggnog, and eat as much chocolate as we can.

Anna Gayle (sophomore, communications) My family does 12 days of Christmas, so on Christmas Eve we open gifts from our extended family, but then we get a gift from my parents Yasmine Siagian (sophomore, psychology pre-medicine) every day from Christmas until New Years. I’m not sure if this is exactly a Christmas tradition, but every year during the break, my family will go take a short hike in Forest Falls. It’s an area in the mountains of San Bernardino, California, and it’s the only place close to home that gets snow. So we bundle up, drive out and take lots of pictures.

MariAlexxa Holman (sophomore, sociology) Marlon Perkins (junior, architecture) As I’ve gotten older, coming home for Christmas and plopping down right at the fireplace and taking a nap has become a fa- Some of my favorite traditions are making Christmas vorite tradition of mine. My older brother and I both do it like clockwork. Another tradition I love is on Christmas morning we cookies, and late night IHOP trips on Christmas Eve. always have homemade cinnamon rolls that we eat while opening gifts. This one isn’t a huge thing now, but when we were younger, we’d always wake up at like 5:00 a.m. for christmas morning. So my parents would let us open and go through our stockings the second we woke up to hold us over until a normal hour when everyone else was up.

Benin Lee (sophomore, political science pre-law) One of my family’s Christmas traditions is to take part in “Angel Tree.” It’s a program, often put on by different churches, part- nered with people to bring gifts to children with one are both parents in jail. A few weeks before Christmas my family would receive the name of a boy or girl, and a list of what they wanted. After everything on the list had been purchased we would wrap up the gift and send it back to the church. Once all the gifts had been collected my church would have a party where the kids could come and pick up their gifts. It was great to see how overjoyed and surprised the kids were to be receiving some- thing from their mom or dad in prison. The kids were excited to know that despite being in prison, their parents still thought of them. My parents did more than just make Christmas special for me and my sister—they taught us to spread the love that the season brings and make Christmas special for other special for others. THE STUDENT MOVEMENT 10

Arts & Entertainment

How To Get Disowned This Christmas “Triple Letter Score” and “Double with some of the numbers being which you build words from letters Word Score,” that you can get when bad such as “go back four spaces” connected in a random grid. It has your letters fall on that square. If or “teleport to someone else’s everything I look for in a game: we’re at a loss for a word we search location.” I guess the only downside speed (each game is limited to obscure ones up on Google or in of this game is the fact that you a three-minute timer), creativity Kelly Lorenz one of our old dictionaries. I find may end up destroying all of your (finding words other people don’t Arts & that it’s loads of fun and passes relationships. Landing on the same find can be more beneficial than Entertainment time on a cold Christmas Eve. Get space as your opponent can lead finding the most words), freshness Editor cozy in front of the fireplace and be to some pretty high tension as you (the combination of letters changes prepared to have a fantastic time. all move around the board. This with each round), and I almost game takes about forty minutes (the always beat my sister. David Dunham perfect game length in my book), When I go home, my family and and I can’t recommend it enough. I love playing games. When we aren’t sleeping or catching up, Kelly Lorenz games are our go-to activity. One I avoid board games at all costs— of our favorite games to play is the being stuck around a table or classic old board game of Sorry! huddled on the floor for upwards PHOTO BY PUBLIC DOMAIN This pastime is not only one of the of forty minutes drawing cards simpler games out there, but the and moving a tiny metal shoe a Sarah Mackintosh occasions my family has several stakes get invariably high. Sorry! few squares further on a board is Christmas time brings family and traditions to put into play. We bake encompasses the classic “go a nightmare of repetitive action. friends together in a beautiful way. together, have a Christmas photo around the board and win” game However, my competitive streak . .or in a cramped house without shoot, or play games. One of my model, but also includes quite a bit runs a mile wide for fast word much to do because there’s a family’s favorite games is Scrabble. of luck. You draw cards to determine games. My family’s go-to has snowstorm outside. On these There are score bonuses, such as how far you move around the board, always been Boggle, a game in

Holiday Literature: Not Just For Kids one Christmas, the book’s plot the way to Florida at night. After the decidedly for adults, The Christmas centers around her fascination with train passengers wind up journeying Shoes by Donna VanLiere brings her favorite Christmas present, a to a Waffle House to sit out the the holiday spirit to a more mature little wooden nutcracker. Though delay, Jubilee meets a friendly local audience. Based on a well-known her parents of course do not believe boy who graciously invites her to tune released in 2000 by the her, she becomes involved in a war his house in light of her situation. Christian group NewSong, the between the mice who live in the The rest of the story involves her book expands the moment of the walls of her house and the dolls learning more about him and his song: a man giving a young boy the night after Christmas Eve. family, and finding Christmas in the enough money to buy nice shoes Unwavering in her affections for oddest of circumstances. for his dying mother for Christmas. the Nutcracker and his involvement Then the next story, “The Creating a dichotomy between a in the doll world, she learns the Cheertastic Christmas Miracle” by wealthy couple, the Laytons, and the political intrigues of the doll and John Green, follows a trio of friends lower income family, the Andrews, mouse world. Eventually she finds on a hilarious trip to the same Waffle VanLiere explores the moral center love and acceptance in bringing House, which goes awry when they of Christmas, the significance of peace to them by helping the crash their car and must trudge for maintaining relationships, and what Nutcracker in his efforts to subdue miles at night avoiding bullies and those mean for the goal of life. the Mouse King antagonist. the cold. When Tobin finds himself Though not a literary masterpiece Next on the list, meant for a developing feelings for his friend by any stretch, due to its plodding slightly older audience, one of Angie, the story takes yet another narration and obnoxious moralizing the most renowned young adult turn. at times, the novel tries to bring authors, John Green, teams up Finally, the story written by Lauren the reader’s mind to a sentimental PHOTO BY TAYLOR SCALZO with Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle, “The Patron Saint of embrace of the holiday. Clearly, the Myracle to write three short stories. Pigs,” concerns itself with Addie, genre of Christmas books needs Adair Kibble | Many people have books that typically caters to The book traces the events taking a local barista, and her attempts new talent beyond the audience of favorite Christmas movies, but few children. place in the small American to reflect on her life and reconnect children, but if you enjoy books for have favorite Christmas books. For The first, The Nutcracker and the city called Gracetown, after an with her friends and her estranged a younger audience, there are some some reason, you are more likely Mouse King, by E. T. A. Hoffman, unexpected snowstorm affects boyfriend. She ponders all of this that merit a place on your list this to see an adaptation of Charles gave Tchaikovsky the inspiration three different groups of teenagers while finding a pig the size of a year. Dickens’ A Christmas Carol playing for his ballet. If you are a fan of differently. teacup to give to her friend Tegan on cable stations than you are likely Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, Written by Maureen Johnson, the on Christmas morning. A humorous to come across the book during published about eighty years later, first story, “The Jubilee Express,” and touching book, all three stories your holiday festivities. As a result, this whimsical piece of imagination describes the journey of high bring out the best in the YA genre I have taken a look at a few books will amuse your inner child in almost schooler Jubilee, forced to spend with heartfelt scenes and three set intentionally at Christmas time, exactly the same way. Following the Christmas without her family after nuanced protagonists. to highlight the market of holiday seven-year-old Marie Stahlbaum her train crashes in Gracetown on One of the few Christmas books THUR 11.16.17 VOLUME 102 ISSUE 10 11

Arts & Entertainment

Anthem Lit Kelsey Rook | On Nov. 19, “Problem,” Charlie XCX’s “Boom audience members to come up and by telling several jokes—cringey for incredibly powerful high notes community members and Clap,” and several other songs from have a quick dance-off. All in good some, very humorous for others. and runs. The concert ended very students stuffed into the nearly the year. It was an appropriate start fun, the audience cheered loudly for For example, he asked the abruptly, leaving the audience to sold out Howard Performing Arts to the evening as Anthem Lights is each dancer and even participated audience, “Have you ever tried line up to meet and take pictures Center (HPAC) to see Christian best known for their yearly pop hit from their rows. to eat a clock?” An enthusiastic with the members of Anthem Lights. contemporary and cover group mashups. Continuing the “Best of” trend, audience member shouting out, I haven’t listened to Anthem Anthem Lights perform. The stage Anthem Lights proceeded with the group continued with their 2012 “Yeah, it’s time consuming!” to Lights’s music a ton, but I’ve was dimly lit, with a backdrop a Justin Bieber medley, followed by mashup, followed by a slower, which Kane insisted, “Hey, that’s definitely heard it before and they of white triangles that caught their most popular original, “Top of more romantic original, “Automatic my joke!” performed excellently live. Chad changing colors of lights throughout the World”. They then sang a cover Love.” They kept things calm for a Anthem Lights performed one Graham stuck out to me because the performance, already creating a of “Just the Way You Are”, inviting little longer, singing a medley of more medley before announcing of his numerous powerful high more modern feel than the classical an audience member to come sing several familiar hymns. The band that they were coming to their notes, and although some of his concerts I’ve seen at the HPAC. along. Next was Anthem Lights’s transitioned into a worshipful last song, and the audience singing seemed a bit breathy, his The members of Anthem Lights “Best of 2016 Medley’, a clever segment, playing a K-LOVE groaned. Caleb Grimm stated that stronger notes were phenomenal. finally filed onto stage—Caleb combination of 21 Pilots’ “Stressed Christian contemporary mashup he wanted the audience to leave All of the other members performed Grimm followed by Spencer Kane, Out”, Lukas Graham’s “7 Years,” and then a slow worship song, feeling empowered, and the group well too, each holding the group the newest member, then Joey and several other melodies. The “Can’t Get Over You,” inviting the closed with the audience clapping together in their own way. I would Stamper and Chad Graham. They audience was invited to get up and audience to sing along. to their cover of Katy Perry’s highly recommend Anthem Lights started off the concert immediately dance with a Taylor Swift melody, While the rest of the band set up “Roar.” Halfway through the song for its unique blend of Christian with their “Best of 2014 Medley,” and when Anthem Lights moved for the remaining songs, Spencer they transitioned into “Eye of the contemporary, original pop songs, a mashup of Ariana Grande’s into “Shake It Off,” they invited two Kane threw the audience for a loop Tiger”, showcasing Chad Graham’s and cover medleys.

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The Worst Thing Since Sliced Bread Natalie Hwang | Hallmark movies other person, they fall in love in an sort everywhere she goes, but she back on her own dawdling attempts the movie. are, at most, a staple of the incomprehensibly small amount of wins the heart of her love interest to solve the murder mystery. The main appeal of Hallmark Christmas season. They are drawn time. through her passion for baking. Her At times, the dialogue feels movies is, in my opinion, their out plots, often accompanied Nevertheless, I watched Murder character’s entire charisma comes like a parody of itself, another hot standard cookie-cutter shape. by weak acting and cheesy She Baked: A Chocolate Chip from the fact that she is a baker, take on the Hallmark movie genre. What would life be without the romances. Whether watched for Cookie Murder. Not for the and furthermore, but otherwise During an especially tense scene, assurance that everything will the overwhelmingly clichéd plots, redundant title, but because it does not like typical “girl” things. right after Sweeney has a complete be alright in the end? Despite its predictable titles, or entirely white sounded the most interesting out of In a glaringly knockoff version breakdown with glycerine tears many flaws, Murder She Baked casts, the made-for-TV movies a long list of Hallmark movies, most of feminism, Hallmark presents shining on her face, she hears a was tolerable, and at parts, even consistently rake in a disturbing with the following format applied: Hannah Swensen as a tomboy who knock on her door. Armed with a watchable. If you enjoy the camp amount of money. Every Christmas “A x for Christmas.” Here, x could enjoys baking —a smart woman rolling pin, she peers cautiously movie genre, Hallmark movies may season, Hallmark television channel equal anything from “bride” or who knows she belongs in the out the window, yelling, “Who is be for you. And if you enjoy watching produces approximately thirty “boyfriend” to “grandpa,” or even kitchen. Basically, she is a Baker™ it?” “Your mother!” comes the white, straight people fall in love, movies, each a derivative and/or “crown.” and the audience must be reminded unexpectedly abrupt reply. After Hallmark movies are definitely for variation of the same plot. The basic plot falls into the latter of that in every scene, or the entire the sigh of relief, the mother and you. They remind us that baking is Boy meets girl, usually both of the two categories of Hallmark plot would crumble. daughter have a talk about Hannah’s not an extinct profession, and most are middle aged, and one is movies. The protagonist is a When she finds her best friend’s love life, as her mother is typically importantly, as Hannah Swensen engaged. They fall in love despite fumbling Alison Sweeney as Hannah dead body in a van, Sweeney obsessed with her daughter’s love should have said, that “a life without circumstances x, y and z keeping Swensen, a baker in a small town embarks on a thrilling journey to find life. Consequently, Murder She love is only half baked.” them apart, and the spirit of with a surprisingly high murder rate. the real killer, who the sexist and Baked does not pass the Bechdel Christmas solves every struggle Throughout the movie, Sweeney’s dense local detective would never test. At all. However, Hannah they encounter. If they are both character is reinforced to almost find without her help. But Sweeney’s eventually prevails, as all Hallmark single, one hates the other, but ridiculous levels. Not only does help is unwanted (because she is a protagonists do, and I found myself after relentless pursuit by the she bring baked goods of some Female Baker) and she has to fall surprisingly comforted by the end of THE STUDENT MOVEMENT

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