MARCH 2020 SPRING STYLE DukE

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Ashley Beyond the comfort zone newman oday is the first day of spring, and as the warmer months finally approach, here are Staff Writer some new and traditional spring looks that never fail to impress! This spring, crocheted tops and sundresses Hallie are in. Whether you prefer a tightly knit top Lauer with an intricate design woven in or a loose- knit dress, you are sure to get compliments. Model Don’t let the warmer months scare you away from wearing leather. Switch up the classic leather look by choosing a leather skirt in a different shade than the harsh black. Light Griffin brownT or red are always a good look, and if you really want to spice Sendek things up, go for a bright color like pink or yellow. If you’re not big on the leather look, suede can also make your outfit trendy. A suede skirt or jacket can really mix up your wardrobe. Photographer When it gets a little too warm to wear jackets, another good option is a vest. Vests are in right now, whether you want it in suede or even denim. They are a very easy way to spice up any plain outfit. When choosing a color, ditch the darker hues of the winter and do a complete 180. Bright, neon colors are a great way to brighten up your wardrobe as we inch closer to sum- mer. Don’t be afraid to try something new, like a highlighter yellow. Like neon, this next trend might also make you reminiscent of the ‘90s: tube tops! Yes, tube tops are back for this spring. Whether you like them longer or cropped, tube tops are always a good staple to have in your closet. Bralettes are also in this spring. You can add flair to any top by throwing a bralette under it or cut out the middleman and make the bralette your top. Don’t be afraid to pull out the polka dots this spring. Spice up a plain outfit by switching out a solid piece for one with polka dots. It can even be your bag! If you have to dress up for a more formal occasion, pull out the pinstripes. Power suits are making a resurgence, and it’s easy to spice up what can be a plain and boring outfit by opt- ing for one with pinstripes. Florals are always in for the warmer months. For this spring, opt for more tropical florals and bigger patterns. That will be sure to get you ready for summer. Not a fan of short shorts, or it’s just too cold? Luckily for you, Bermuda shorts are also mak- ing a comeback this spring. The long, loose fitting shorts are perfect for when it’s warming up, but still not quite enough. When it comes to what colors are in this spring, it’s all about mint. Mint green is a classic spring color and looks good on every skin tone. This spring, try to step outside of your comfort zone when it comes to your fashion. Fashion is one of the best ways to express yourself, so don’t be afraid to have fun with it!

Ashley Ample accessories newman Staff Writer f course, no fashion edition would be complete without a look at the trendiest accessories for this spring! Here is your guide on what to look out for when shopping for your spring wardrobe. Crochet tops and dresses are in this spring, so it only makes sense that crochet or wo- ven bags are also in. Large, woven tote bags are definitely a must-have for this season. If you’re having a bad hair day, reach for a silk scarf instead of the normal baseball cap. Silk scarves can still help manage hair that won’t cooperate while looking way chicer than the alternative. To spice up your jewelry box, try something with a little vivid flair. A colorful necklace and earring combo or bracelet can help add some much-needed color to an otherwise plain outfit. While you’re at it, pick up some chunky jewelry, specifically necklaces with chunky chains. This spring, opt for a Othicker chain to make a statement piece rather than the delicate chains you may already own. Chunky hoops are also in this spring. Whether you want small, chunky hoop earrings or thick, oversized ones, they are definitely a statement piece. If you prefer a more simple piece, pearls are always a good option. This spring, pearl necklaces, earrings, brace- lets, rings and even headpieces are sure to glam up your outfits. Dainty anklets are also a cute and simple way to add something to your spring outfits. Pair an anklet with a classic sandal or heel for some flair. If jewelry isn’t your thing, spice up your outfits with a thick belt. These belts can be put over a skirt, pants or even in the middle of a dress. They will break up your outfits and give them a little something special. As for shoes, a strappy sandal is always a good staple for the spring. Whether you buy your sandals flat or with a heel, make sure to find some with thin straps. Sunglasses are a huge part of an outfit. This spring, be sure to grab either an oversized pair or a bright and colorful pair to complete your look. If you like the beachy feel of some spring trends, then you’ll love this one: seashell accessories. Oversized seashell necklaces can give any outfit summer vibes and will be sure to get you ready for the next season! As always, florals are perfect for the spring. This spring, try to find floral necklaces or floral hats to give any outfit added flair. If you like gemstones, opt for natural gemstones over synthetic ones. Large chunks of colorful gemstones are a fun way to bring some glamour to your outfits! For a riskier fashion trend, try a single statement earring. This trend dominated the runway this spring and any- thing is worth a try! If you don’t want to just wear one earring, try to wear an almost-matching pair. This will surely give your outfit something worth talking about. Accessories are always a fun way to change up your wardrobe. Look out for these trends when getting ready for this spring! March 19, 2020 March 19, 2020 Volume 102 Number 10 THE DUQUESNE DUKE www.duqsm.com PROUDLY SERVING OUR CAMPUS SINCE 1925 A Hopeful Message Discovered Across Campus

Katia Faroun / Associate Photo Editor As students began to move out of dorms on Monday, March 16, they were met with this message found across campus. Written by Father Bill, the message is to remind all students that while this is a less than ideal situation, if we are patient, it will pass. DU moves classes online for the rest of the semester, sends students home Ollie Gratzinger an email updating students, staff asking students currently living on off-campus addresses. Gormley many of them on campus. We editor-in-chief and faculty on the ongoing con- campus to return home, if they are notes, however, that students who are a family here. It will not be tainment measures for the coro- able to do so, this week (with a few do not feel as though they have a the same without them here in has an- navirus (COVID-19). exceptions, noted below).” safe place to return home to, or the upcoming weeks, including nounced that classes will be “Throughout the weekend and The decision comes after are unable to return home, may for me, personally, as I prepare online for the remainder of the again this morning, I have been lengthy discussion with Allegheny fill out a “simple form” to request to teach my own undergraduate spring 2020 semester, and all meeting with my leadership team County health officials, fellow lo- continued residency and meal course online,” Gormley said. students currently living on cam- at the university. We have con- cal university presidents, Gorm- service on Duquesne’s campus. “But our mission is to serve God pus will be asked to return home. cluded that, given these recent ley’s leadership team, Duquesne’s Gormley notes that these services by serving our students so that On Wednesday, March 11, the events, it is nearly impossible Student Government Association will be “scaled down” to decrease they, in turn, can serve others, university had notified students that the situation will resolve by president and other student lead- the risk of exposure to COVID-19. so I am confident that this is the that classes were to transition to March 31,” Gormley said in the ers, according to the email. The decision, the statement proper course to take.” online education from March 18 emailed statement. “Therefore, I Beginning on Monday, March said, was not made lightly. A module entitled “Essentials to March 31, at which point the wanted to let you know that the 16, the university will begin to “Our students bring life and a in Online Learning at Duquesne” situation would be once again university has decided to move en- facilitate the transition for on- spirit of energy to this campus, has appeared in students’ course re-evaluated. But on March 15, tirely to online instruction for the campus students living in resi- and there is no joy in complet- President sent out rest of the semester. We also are dence halls to return to their ing the academic year without see COVID — page 2

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@theduquesneduke PAGE 3 PAGE 5 PAGE 6 PAGE 7 2 THEDUQUESNEDUKE Courses online for the rest of the semester COVID — from page 1 at home. Two contracted the vi- city briefs rus through international trav- listings on Blackboard. In the el, and the third from domestic folder are resources and instruc- travel to another state. Here at The Duke we believe tions aimed at making the tran- Another coronavirus patient in the importance of accurate sition easier. Many professors is the sibling of Fox Chapel area information. Because of that, have already begun to utilize e- high school students, according we have some tips for sorting learning platforms such as Zoom to an announcement released by through all of the data sur- and communication apps like the district on March 17. Students rounding COVID-19. Slack or GroupMe to facilitate who may have come in contact classroom discussions and keep with the patient’s siblings are be- The two best places to get your students up to date. ing identified and notified. information are the CDC web- The transition to online cours- Two more cases, announced site and the World Health Or- es was made public amid the an- ganization website. March 16, were reported in two nouncement of confirmed cases adults in their 50s and 60s re- of the virus in Allegheny County; Other news outlets, like The spectively; they are self-isolating as of Tuesday, March 17, the Al- New York Times and The at home. Additionally, two other legheny County Health Depart- Washington Post, are reliable patients have been identified as ment reported that 10 individu- sources and have removed adults in their 60s; one is self- their paywall for stories about als have tested positive or are isolating at home, and the other presumed positive for COVID-19. is in the hospital. The patient’s the coronavirus. APnews.com The most recent confirmed case, condition has not been released. Shoppers in Barcelona, Spain practice social distancing as they wait to In specifically, the as of March 17, is an adult in The first two cases, announced enter the store. Allegheny County Health De- their 60s, who is currently being last week, were diagnosed in two to reduce the spread of the virus is whether or not the May 8 com- partment has a resource page treated in a local hospital. patients in their 60s and 70s re- on their website where infor- According to PublicSource, spectively, who are said to have to practice social distancing, wash mencement ceremony for gradu- mation for residents can be three young adults over the age contracted it while traveling to an- your hands regularly with soap ating Duquesne students will found. of 18 are presumed positive, as other state. They are self-isolating and warm water and avoid touch- take place. Check back at The their samples have not yet been at their Pittsburgh-area home. ing your face, nose or mouth. Duke for constant updates on- With the measures being put confirmed, and are self-isolating Officials say that the best way It is unknown at this time line. into place, it is understandable for people to feel overwhelmed or anxious. Resolve Crisis Services offers 24-hour crisis Sanders says he’s reassessing, not dropping out counseling services and can be reached at 888-796-8226. (AP) — Democratic presidential collect nearly twice as many del- candidate Bernie Sanders says he egates as Sanders on Tuesday. Through all of this is it also is reassessing his campaign, rais- Biden now needs less than 47% important to support small ing questions about whether he of the remaining delegates not businesses. If you are able, will drop out after losing three allocated to win the nomination. try ordering take-out from a more states and falling prohibi- President Donald Trump awaits restaurant that may be suf- tively behind former Vice Presi- the nominee. fering during these closures. dent Joe Biden in the race. For Sanders, catching up would Most dine-in restaurants are A Sanders spokesman denied be the tallest of orders under any currently offering take-out op- a report that the Vermont sena- circumstances . But that task is tions. tor was suspending his campaign even tougher in a political world Wednesday afternoon, but that turned as upside down, along word came as Sanders pulled with daily life, amid efforts to down digital advertising on Face- combat a pandemic that has book and Google, triggering fur- killed more than 100 people in ther confusion in a contest already the United States. upended by the coronavirus. Neither candidate is traveling Hours earlier, campaign man- or holding campaign rallies, and ager Faiz Shakir said Sanders “is much of the electorate has been going to be having conversations staying home. APnews.com with supporters to assess his cam- Polls were shuttered in Ohio, paign.” But Shakir also suggested and election workers and voters Democratic primary surpassed the more severe illness, including JOIN THE DUKE! that Sanders was in no hurry to reported problems in the three 1.7 million who cast ballots four pneumonia. The vast majority of make any decisions about ending states where primaries were held. years ago. people recover from the new virus. If you’re interested, email thed- his 2020 bid, noting that “the next With the exception of North Some Democrats are now call- The chairman of the Democratic [email protected] or stop by our primary contest is at least three Dakota and the Northern Mari- ing on Sanders to drop out in the National Committee, Tom Perez, newsroom located in the basement weeks away.” ana Islands, Sanders has not won name of party unity. Four years criticized Ohio for closing polls of College Hall (Room 113). More immediately, Sanders a contest since Super Tuesday on ago, Sanders kept alive his prima- on such short notice. But he also “is focused on the government March 3. He made no moves to ry bid against Hillary Clinton for response to the coronavirus out- contact Biden immediately after urged states with upcoming pri- months, even as it became clear he break and ensuring that we take Tuesday’s results, according to maries to expand vote-by-mail had no chance of winning. EmailTips care of working people and the people familiar with the situation and absentee balloting, as well as In the latest primaries, Biden most vulnerable,” Shakir said in a who discussed the matter on the polling station hours. maintained strength with Afri- morning statement. condition of anonymity because Louisiana, Georgia, Kentucky We want your input! can Americans and older voters. Reports later surfaced that they were not authorized to speak and Maryland have joined Ohio in The Duke’s news section would He also appeared to chip away at Sanders was suspending his cam- for the candidates. During online moving to push back their upcom- love to hear from you about Sanders’ previous advantage with stories that you want to see in paign, prompting spokesman remarks before most results were ing primaries, and others may yet Mike Casca to say in a statement in, Sanders said little about the fu- Hispanics. print. Know a talented professor But the primary calendar will be do so. As Shakir noted, that has or accomplished student? See that the candidate was “not sus- ture of the race. left the primary calendar empty pending. Nothing has changed Also Tuesday, Trump formally disrupted by the public health and something on campus that just until March 29, when Puerto doesn’t make sense? You can since this morning’s statement.” clinched the Republican presiden- economic havoc wreaked by the Rico votes. But island leaders are send your tips and story ideas In the meantime, Sanders’ cam- tial nomination after facing mini- coronavirus. to News Editor Hallie Lauer at paign has deactivated digital ads mal opposition. But much of the For most people, the new coro- working to reschedule balloting [email protected] purchased as recently as Tuesday. action was on the Democratic side, navirus causes only mild or mod- there, too. Even if Sanders decides to keep where higher vote totals in some erate symptoms, such as fever That means there is nowhere for running, he has little hope of key states suggested enthusiasm and cough. For some, especially Sanders to gain ground on Biden catching Biden, who used victories that even the coronavirus couldn’t older adults and people with exist- anytime soon, even if he could find in Florida, Illinois and Arizona to contain. Turnout in Florida’s ing health problems, it can cause a way to mount a sudden surge. March 19, 2020 News Opinions 3 THEDUQUESNEDUKE 113 College Hall 600 Forbes Avenue Goodbye, farewell, and amen from A&E editor Pittsburgh, PA 15282 Josiah Martin will march on. We’re leaving it in a&e editor good hands, like we always have, editorial staff and always will, for nearly a cen- hose who know me person- tury now. I do not take for granted ally will be unsurprised to editor-in-chief Ollie Gratzinger how lucky I am to have been part hear that I have somewhat managing editor Hallie Lauer T of this tradition. news editor Hallie Lauer of a spotty memory. I cannot As one of the few members opinions editor Colleen Hammond remember why I joined this pa- on staff who is not a journalism features editor Kellen Stepler per initially. I know that I came student, this paper has taught a&e editor Josiah Martin down to an open house during me the value of truthful and ethi- sports editor David Borne the first few weeks of my fresh- cal journalism. I doubt I have layout editor Kelsey Burtner man year, but cannot remember to enumerate to our readers the photo editor Griffin Sendek what possessed me to do so, as reasons these lessons have prov- assoc. photo editor Katia Faroun I did not know anybody here at en vital to day-to-day life since I administrative staff the time. For whatever reason, I started in late 2016. visited, talked to Sean Ray and adviser Paula Reed Ward Keep reading this paper. Sub- ad manager Vincent Gullo Zach Landau from the Arts and scribe to the New York Times, Entertainment section, as well as email us: [email protected] subscribe to the Washington editor-in-chief Kaye Burnet, and left the room as a staff writer. Post, subscribe to the Post-Ga- I remember becoming an edi- zette and any other paper that tor more clearly. Then-News edi- has helped you navigate the tor Raymond Arke talked me into rough waters of these past few years. In my silly, small way, I “These are the dark it, one of the first steps toward us becoming inseparable friends. hope I’ve done my part to keep I trained under Nick Jozefczyk, Duquesne reading and writing times. But they don’t whose name I proudly spell cor- when we’ve needed it most. Nev- er, ever stop. I love you all. sustain. Darkness never rectly here for perhaps the first time in two-and-a-half years. Griffin Sendek/Photo Editor I would regret it for the rest of I describe this journey here my life if I didn’t quote M*A*S*H sustains, even though only to say that if tomorrow I the Duke staff, past and pres- ing at my constant barrage of in my farewell column, so I of- wake up in 2016, the only thing I ent. You have made every sec- stupid jokes and for always be- fer you two lines from its famous sometimes it feels like it would change is to do it all soon- ond of the wild ride worthwhile. ing there for me. finale: “I can’t imagine what this er. I am heartbroken to think We have been through things I Obviously, this is not how I place would’ve been like if I hadn’t might.” that it’s over so soon. could never imagine together. wanted to say goodbye. We un- found you here,” and, more im- Since I anticipate that I will These years flew by, but, like it fortunately have had to cut our portantly, “ladies and gentlemen, T or not, you will forever be the semester short, and these are the take my advice. Pull down your Doctor Who have difficulty doing so in per- son, allow me to take this mo- people that I trust and cherish final words I will put to print in pants and slide on the ice.” ment here to thank everyone on the most. Thank you for laugh- The Duke. This paper, however, Goodbye, Duke. You just read Now tweet our thoughts. us yours. Borne says bye: sports editor ready for next step @TheDuquesneDuke David Borne sports editor hen I first got to Pittsburgh four years ago, I don’t think I ever W expected to fall in love with this place the way that I have. editorial I didn’t know much about the city before I moved here. I knew about all the bridges, and policy was aware that it rained a lot. That’s about it. But out of the countless number of The Duquesne Duke is the student- things that I’ve learned at Duquesne, it’s written, student-managed that Pittsburgh is a special place filled with of Duquesne University. It is published every Thursday during the academic great people. year except during semester breaks and I’ve spent the last four years trying to find holidays, and prior to final exams. The my way in the world of sports media. The op- Staff Editorial is based upon the opin- portunities Duquesne has presented me with ions of the editors of The Duke and does not necessarily reflect the views of the have set me on the right path. students, faculty, administration, stu- I enjoyed three years of calling soccer, vol- dent government or the University pub- leyball and lacrosse games on ESPN+ with lications board. Op-ed columns do not my broadcast partner, Drew White. Former reflect the opinions of The Duke, but rather are the sole opinions of the col- sports editor Adam Lindner and I worked umnists themselves. press conferences with some of the biggest stars in college basketball during the 2018 Letters policy Griffin Sendek/Photo Editor Letters to the editor must be typed, NCAA Tournament. On top of that, I had the chance to spend a double-spaced and include the writ- Gavatorta and Ryan Long for the help you’ve Plus, the daily phone calls and occasional er’s name, school/department and full season working with both Pittsburgh Riv- provided. The same goes to all of the student phone number for verification. Letters erhounds SC and Duquesne’s football team. care packages filled with my favorite snacks should be no longer than 300 words athletes and coaches that I chased down for Finally, I was named sports editor of The meant more than you probably ever realized. and should be delivered to The Duke quotes and interviews over the last few years. Duke for my senior year. Wednesday nights I’m not really sure where this path is going office at 113 College Hall or e-mailed Regardless of the result or situation, every- to [email protected] by 5 p.m. in the newsroom during my time with the pa- to take me next. Wherever I end up, I know body always treated me respectfully. Tuesday. The editors reserve the right per were always filled with laughter and lots I’ll be in good shape if my time there is even to edit any and all submitted copies. To the professors that have done every- half as amazing as it has been in Pittsburgh. All letters must be verified before being of pizza. The group of editors with me on the thing they can to help me improve as a pro- Attempting to establish myself in this published. staff really are some of the most hilarious and fessional, specifically Bob Healy, Paula Ward genuine people I’ve ever met. field has been a process. Some nights have Corrections/clarifications and Maggie Patterson, I will always appreci- Readers should report any story or Moments and memories from all of those ate your efforts. been long. Drives and flights to work events photo error to The Duke. All legitimate are ones I will always be grateful for. Not only Mom and Dad, a simple “thanks” will nev- around the country have been longer. Luck- errors will be corrected in print the fol- for the professional experience, but because er quite sum up how appreciative I am of the ily, the words of hardwood philosopher Tony lowing edition. they were spent alongside friends that I’ll support that you guys have given me. You’ve Wroten have helped guide me through it. Contact have for the rest of my life. allowed me to pursue a dream and have “Trust the process. Just continue to build.” Thank you Dave Saba, Liam Halferty, Ryan backed my efforts on every step of the way. I had to slip that line in there somewhere. email: [email protected] 4 Opinions It will never be “that time of year again” years. This place has an aura about it I doubt Hallie Lauer I will be able to replicate anywhere else in news editor my life. ruce Springsteen, in his Broadway Part of that comes from the people who show, said, “there’s nothing like be- work here. The professors in the media de- Bing young and leaving someplace.” partment are some of the most dedicated And while I have to agree with The Boss, I’ve people I’ve ever met. As I enter into a real never been good at goodbyes — particularly career, I am thankful that I have gotten to goodbyes that come too soon. learn from them. Particularly Dr. Dillon, who Whether I want to or not, though, I have started and finished my Duquesne journey to say goodbye. Goodbye to Duquesne, and with me and has always reminded me that to College Hall Room 113, where I spent this business is more than getting the story many Wednesday nights and took many out – it’s getting it right and giving it a voice. Thursday morning naps. This is coming Paula, of course, gets her own graph. She significantly earlier and under circum- joined The Duke staff midway through my stances that are less than ideal, but we do career here and honestly, I was skeptical. what we must. However, two weeks into our time together When Duquesne moved to online only, I she convinced me to apply for White House was two weeks away from being an editor press credentials to cover a presidential at The Duke for 100 print issues. I will end speech. I got the creds and she has been a my time here at 99, and while that is disap- source of inspiration and motivation ever pointing, I am thankful for each and every since. Her guidance at this paper has helped one of those 99 issues. to shape me into the journalist and person I It has been a long journey for me. I started am today. She is a top-notch journalist and as the layout editor second semester fresh- Hallie Lauer/News Editor an all around wonderful human. man year. I was young and didn’t really feel This was my desk as I entered into the newsroom for the very last time. Clutter and all, this was my Also a special thanks to our readers; it’s like I belonged in this newsroom. I have a sanctuary for four years, and I will miss it dearly. sometimes hard to make Duquesne students vivid memory of walking into this room care about things, but our readers make the of the greatest humans I’ve ever met. The editors taking over are more than freshman year and asking a woman with struggle worth it. purple hair how to get her job. She was the Inside the walls of 113 College Hall, I have capable (I know, I helped train them). They laughed so hard, I cried. I’ve gotten some are passionate and talented and will contin- I’ve written too many stories to count for editor-in-chief, and while I never had her The Duke, many of them have kept me up late job, I’ve worn many hats at this paper. of the best and worst news of my life. I’ve ue to make this paper a success. To my fellow graduating seniors, it has been and weighed heavy on my brain. But none, Since then, I’ve held the position of fea- grown as a person and as a journalist. I will miss the late nights, the Nicky’s Thai a journey with you. I couldn’t have imagined until this one, made me cry as I wrote it. tures editor, news editor and managing edi- and driving my fellow South Side dwellers it any other way and I will forever cherish the The great sports writer Red Smith once tor, and this room has been my home. For home. I’ve been a part of more inside jokes memories we’ve gotten to make together. said, “Writing is easy. Just sit at a type- four years, my weeks have revolved around than I can even fathom, and now it has all I love Duquesne in a way I didn’t know writer, open up a vein and bleed it out budget meetings, copy editing and publish- come to an end. To have to say goodbye to you could love a place. It was the only col- drop by drop.” ing. And now, I’m ending this journey in all of this is incredibly difficult, but I leave it lege I applied to when I was in high school It has been an honor to bleed with you. Go that same newsroom, surrounded by some in good hands. and it has been my home for the last four Maroons. We’re all stories in the end: editor-in-chief bids adieu Ollie Gratzinger gramming computers. I didn’t know what I leave unsure about the mysteries of tomor- editor-in-chief wanted to be, but I knew I didn’t want to be row and in mourning of all the things I’m ’ve found that sometimes — rarely, but as lonely as I was in high school. leaving behind. sometimes — life falls into place in such And so, after meeting a few people who I don’t like endings; I skip the finales on a way that makes me wonder if it’s all wrote for the paper — namely the now- TV shows and rarely read the last chapter I newlyweds Kaye Burnet and Isaac Da- of anything. Saying goodbye is hard enough been predetermined. Sometimes, people and places and things all fit together like vies — I decided to give it a shot, because when you’re allowed to say it on your own puzzle pieces made to be connected, like a if all else failed, it was still free pizza every terms. Being forced into a premature fare- fixed point in time, like lines in a poem. Thursday night. well … it’s like my own life is breaking up At the risk of sounding too saccharine, When I wrote for the first time, though, with me. I’ll leave the purple prose at the door, but it felt like one of those predetermined, in- But I won’t leave it bitter, either; it’s a my time at The Duke has been one of those explicable pieces of some celestial puzzle rare and special privilege to love some- rare and perfectly imperfect somethings, had slipped effortlessly into place. It was thing enough to miss it so much. Being this love at first sight. I switched my major to newspaper’s editor-in-chief has been the and it’s going to be hard to find the words Duke Archive Photo to say just how much I’ll miss it. journalism within the month, and it was all greatest honor of my college career, and for downhill from there. The 2019 Duke editorial board, celebrating the all I’m leaving behind, I know I’ve gained I joined the ranks of the campus paper conclusion of its spring 2019 publication cycle. as a writer in 2016. A freshman computer But that’s just the boring exposition. The it back two-fold in the friends I’ve made science major, I didn’t have much going for real fun came later, as the Duke staff slowly end on a story that isn’t finished quite yet. along the way. No amount of distance and me; I was a first-gen college kid flying blind morphed from a ragtag group of zealous I always thought that I’d leave the news- no outbreak of plague can take away or tar- in a world of academia I was absolutely not kids into a family who would endure to- room for the last time in my cap and gown, nish the memories of the good ol’ days in prepared for. I didn’t know what I wanted gether hell or high water; we wrote our way after my friends and I took pictures of each room 113. to do with my life, but I knew it wasn’t pro- through peaks and troughs, standing side other in our “natural habitat” before walk- As Edward Murrow used to say, “Good by side and sharing in every jolt of excite- ing across a stage and wrapping up our col- night, and good luck.” ment and every pang of sadness. lege years with a neat little bow. But it goes We watched the results of the 2016 elec- without saying that it didn’t happen like tion live in the newsroom on that Novem- that. Life isn’t a movie, after all. ber night all those years ago. We traveled to It might seem silly, but it feels unfair to D.C., to Canada and to Baltimore, with the leave it like this, after four years of all the windows down, the sunroof open and the little things that shaped me as a person. music loud. In the moments in between, I came to this paper as a starry-eyed but there were the countless trips to Starbucks petrified kid, with no self-confidence and — where I’m sure I spent most of my pay- absolutely no sense of direction. But it check — the stories shared over drinks, the gave me meaning. It gave me guidance. It adventures trekked throughout the city gave me purpose, and most of all, it gave and the trusted hustle-and-bustle of a late me the world’s greatest, funniest, kindest Wednesday night. When I look back at my people as friends, whom I’ll cherish for as college days in 10, 15 or 20 years, these are long as I live. the days I’ll remember, and the people I’ll I will leave this newsroom for the last Duke Archive Photo miss most of all. time in the midst of a pandemic, and I will Members of the fall 2020 Duke staff celebrate It wasn’t supposed to end this way. In exit it into darkness as the last of our late Griffin Sendek/Photo Editor Christmas. fact, it feels a bit like I’m slapping a big the Wednesday nights rolls to a close. I will Duke editors on their spring 2019 trip to Baltimore. FEATURES 5 Duq seniors create online community to promote kindness Kellen Stepler ment,” Huisentruit said. “I want [the Twit- features editor ter account] to be a place where people can share their stories of how they were able to t 2 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, participate in kindness and their reactions Duquesne seniors Will Huisentruit to that amazing feeling.” and Jack Knapton were messaging Currently, the Instagram account has 184 A followers. Huisentruit is still waiting to share back and forth about how fun it would be to start a company together. the Twitter page until there is a bigger com- The two business students really couldn’t munity and he has also purchased a website domain, www.nicethingperday.com, that come up with anything, so they decided to will direct people to look at the featured sto- hold the conversation until the morning. ries in more detail along with providing links But, as Huisentruit recalls, he couldn’t if others want to contribute to their efforts. stop thinking about the idea. “I am starting this community because I “My mind was racing until it finally hit believe it is an idea that people can really me,” Huisentruit said. “We should start latch onto,” Huisentruit said. a community of people on both social Although Nice Thing Per Day is just get- media and on the Internet to encourage ting started, Huisentruit plans for it to grow people to do one nice act per day to help to a point where he can host community spread smiles.” service events under the brand name to give Huisentruit said that the ideas just start- back to the community. ed flowing at this point, and he sent text “Overall, my ultimate goal is to celebrate Courtesy of Will Huisentruit and Jack Knapton after text to Knapton explaining the idea. kindness in the world as there is not an out- The pair of seniors in the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business hope to spread joy with their new website. “I came up with the name, ‘Nice Thing let for that, as well as spread smiles to as Per Day’ because it is simple, catchy and many people as possible,” Huisentruit said. “We are ultimately trying to foster a com- Huisentruit also noted that kindness “can explains the premise of the idea easily,” “If even just one of the community members munity that pushes other members to be never go out of style.” Huisentruit said. feels inspired to perform one act of kindness a better person and lend a helping hand,” “Being a community for someone to escape The vision of Nice Thing Per Day is to “pro- to positively change someone’s life, the ac- Knapton said. “With everyone jam packed to and genuinely feel a part of would be the vide daily reminders and encouragement to count will have done its job.” busy, even the simplest gesture of picking up best feeling as a creator because I will have be nice to those in your local communities, Each day of the week has a special theme, a piece of trash and taking time out of your made a positive impact on others’ lives,” and, in turn, build up confidence and self-es- in which each day’s content will be posted day to help on a friend with an assignment Huisentruit said. teem within each member of our own com- on the Instagram page. Sundays consist of pays dividends.” This “spur-of-the-moment idea,” accord- munity to be nice to your loved ones, your contacting and connecting with people over People can direct message the Instagram ing to Knapton, will make people realize account or email nicethingperday@gmail. personal networks, your local environment the phone, Mondays center around help- how beneficial it is to act kind. com with pictures and/or videos and a ing someone to build a lasting relationship and, most importantly, yourselves.” background story related to one of the daily “It’s important to promote kindness be- Huisentruit made social media accounts with them, Tuesdays are tailored to giving themes for Sunday through-day through cause nice gestures and genuine-ness can on Instagram and Twitter for people to post thanks, Wednesdays serve as reminders to Wednesday for a chance to be featured on get thrown on the back burner as you sift and share their kindness in their lives. keep the Earth clean, Thursdays involve the Instagram page. through a course load, work, sport, any “My goal with the content I post on Ins- featured stories of people or companies Even if you don’t have an Instragram ac- extra-curricular activity and social life,” tagram is to get people to the point where centering their actions around kindness count, you can still follow along through Knapton said. “Seeing how other people ‘when the sun goes down at the end of the and Fridays host self-esteem boosters and the website. make an impact can really change the dy- day, they can look back and smile,’ because encouragement. On Saturdays, Huisentruit “I want all people with Internet access to namic or perspective of your own thoughts they were able to be kind to themselves, and Knapton complete a challenge submit- be able to feel like a part of the community,” and hopefully will push you to be the best those around them or their local environ- ted by the online community. Huisentruit said. person you can be.” Mission trip to Florida inspires Duquesne students know how to not be mad. I felt so powerless,” Hannah Boucher Del Cid said. staff writer Del Cid and the rest of her mission group had s Lucia Secaida Del Cid lifted the the opportunity to help prepare for a march that the CIW will be having to try and convince Wen- 32-pound bucket of tomatoes over her dy’s to sign on the Fair Food’s Act. By signing on, Ashoulders, she thought to herself about they would be increasing the wages of the under- her people — how they had come here for a better paid workers. life. As she struggled to carry the weight, she was The students learned about how the choices overcome with emotion. She was frustrated with they make as consumers can influence the way the unfair wages and the unjust treatment of the major corporations treat their workers. Their workers. experiences in Immokalee — and the stories they From March 1 to March 8, 32 Duquesne stu- heard from its people — showed them that some- dents, four graduate students, four campus min- thing needed to change. They realized that they isters and four student leaders spent their spring possess the power to change things for the better. break on four different mission trips. This larger “This world is unfair. It got me thinking about Courtesy of Brenda Merrick what I’m gonna do next,” Secaida Del Cid said. group was then divided equally in order to partic- Duquesne students, ministers and student leaders embarked on a trips ranging from Illinois to Immokalee, Fla. “The trip planted a seed in me, but I don’t know ipate in four different trips, with locations span- ing homes. 19% Haitian and 10% Guatemalan. The most how it’ll go.” ning from Illinois to Florida. While visiting the CIW, students were able to common jobs held by the people in the town Brenda Merrick, a Duquesne campus minister, see into the lives of the agricultural workers. They are agricultural, with one of the main crops went on the mission trip to Immokalee, Fla. Mer- participated in activities, such as lifting and carry- being tomatoes. rick, along with her group, visited the Coalition of ing buckets of produce on their shoulders. Currently, pickers receive 32 cents per bucket, Immokalee Workers (CIW) and the Guadalupe One of the things Merrick stresses with her or one cent per pound of tomatoes. They are Social Services. They also volunteered with Habi- students and anyone who asks about her service required to pick and carry their buckets to the tat for Humanity, installing insulation and fram- trips is the real reason why people should go on weighing station in order to receive their receipt these excursions. for payment. “It’s not about us feeling good about ourselves. The CIW is a human rights organization that It’s about getting out of our comfort zones and ex- fights for the rights of these agricultural workers. periencing new cultures,” Merrick said. Their current concerns are combating unfair pay Jimmy Hindley, a freshman double-major in and dissolving the division between workers of business and Spanish, decided to go on the trip different ethnicities. on a whim. Driven by impulse, he quickly real- Secaida Del Cid, a sophomore biomedical en- ized the value in getting to know the people that gineering student, originally from Guatemala, they helped throughout their time in Immokalee. went on the trip in order to get some insight into “I kind of [learned] you can’t judge a book by the lives of her people. Upon arriving in Florida, its cover. You have to talk to people and learn she realized how privileged she was compared to their stories and their motives,” Hindley said. other Guatemalan immigrants. Courtesy of Brenda Merrick The Immokalee population is 71% Mexican, “A lot of the time, I was mad, and I didn’t Courtesy of Brenda Merrick SPORTS 6 HEBDA: March doesn’t feel right without hoops Jacob Hebda ant brackets. As we filled out dozens of staff writer them together, we bonded in a way only brothers can. There was nothing better than coming As we find ourselves in the midst of back from school, plopping down on the an international crisis, life has changed couch and watching basketball for the rest in ways previously unimaginable for of the day. many of us. When not at home, I would do whatever Case in point, there are no sports to I could to keep up. In elementary school, watch. We have seen lockouts and weath- that meant begging teachers to find scores er postponements, but cancellation and online. In high school, that meant trying indefinite suspension is unprecedented to get around the content blocker on our territory for most. school-issued iPads to watch during class. Sports are a profession for some, a My father, a former high school bas- hobby for others, and an outlet for every- ketball player and University of Pitts- one who loves to play or watch them. Now burgh alumnus, taught me to love Pan- that they have ceased, a gaping hole is left ther basketball. behind. They were among the top programs in Many of us are beginning to realize how the country for much of my childhood. At many luxuries we take for granted. The one point, they qualified for every tourna- AP Photo outbreak of COVID-19 reminds us how ment for a decade straight. Loyola guard Donte Ingram celebrates sinking a buzzer-beater during the 2018 NCAA Tournament. delicate the world can be. At any point, However, every Pitt fan knows the frus- our lives can change, and we must em- tration of watching March basketball. brace the harsh realities of this change. One day, you’re witnessing Levance Now they’ll never know what For people like me, this cancellation is sad It is difficult to be optimistic as the CO- Fields play the game of his life and lead could’ve been. but temporary. However, for the aforemen- VID-19 disaster unfolds. So many of the his team to the Elite Eight. A couple days Consider seniors like Cassius Winston at tioned players and teams, this is devastating joys of our lives are disappearing rapidly. later, you’re watching Scottie Reynolds Michigan State. He dedicated this season and life-changing. One of those joys is the NCAA Tourna- drive nearly the length of the floor and to his recently deceased brother. Again, it’s a reminder of the severity of this ment, also known as March Madness. eradicate those Final Four dreams with a Last year, his team defeated Zion Wil- situation. It is probably the most iconic Ameri- soul-crushing buzzer beater. liamson and top seed Duke en route to the When Jazz center Rudy Gobert tested pos- can sporting event besides the Super None of that mattered though. The tour- Final Four. There was genuine hope that itive, it proved that everyone is susceptible. Bowl. Basketball fan or not, there’s a nament was always awesome, frustration the Spartans could have won it all this year. The reported cases of Kevin Durant, Dono- decent chance you’ve filled out a brack- and all. Now Winston, along with many other van Mitchell, and other NBA players only et before. As a basketball fan, its cancellation is seniors won’t get to end their careers on made that clearer. Few other postseasons feature the disappointing. For student athletes though, their own terms. No basketball is a small price to pay for same sort of thrill and excitement. I cannot even imagine the heartbreak. Consider graduate transfers like the health and safety of our population. When 64 teams compete in a two-day Consider Dayton, who at its peak this year Duquesne big man Baylee Steele. After It was obvious that the NCAA Tourna- span, upsets, buzzer beaters and come- was ranked third nationally. Led by likely the regular season finale against Rich- ment would have jeopardized the welfare backs are inevitable. NBA lottery pick Obi Toppin, they won 20 mond, his teammate Mike Hughes spoke of countless people. For that reason, March Madness has al- straight games. perhaps the most retrospectively haunt- This reality may justify the cancellation ways been my favorite time of the year. The Flyers are a strong program, ing words I’ve heard in a long time. of March Madness, but it does not make it When we were kids, my brother and I but even by their standards this suc- When Steele was asked his thoughts on any easier. built a makeshift bracketology center in cess was outstanding. In a wide-open his final season, Hughes chimed in, say- For all of us experiencing this pandem- our basement. My father would use the season like this one, they had a real ing, “His season ain’t over yet.” ic, it should serve as a reminder to appre- blueprint machine from work to copy gi- chance to win an NCAA championship. Now it is. ciate life and all the joys it brings. Cancellations cut spring athletes’ seasons, careers, short “Never would I have ever thought that and the NCAA took “Details of eligibility relief will be fi- David Borne game would’ve been the last time my fel- action,” she added. nalized at a later time,” the NCAA said sports editor low seniors and I stepped on the field, so Along with women’s lacrosse, women’s in a statement. “Additional issues with it’s just heartbreaking,” Bradshaw said. rowing, men’s and women’s track and NCAA rules must be addressed, and On March 11, senior Rilee Bradshaw and “If you look at all the hard work and time field, and men’s and women’s tennis were appropriate governance bodies will her Duquesne lacrosse teammates walked we each put in, not only this past fall in among the group of spring teams that work through those in the coming days off of Rooney Field after posting a 25-2 the off-season but in our entire career, for were impacted by the decision. and weeks.” win over Akron. it to end so abruptly is really sad.” While the majority of that group had al- Women’s lacrosse head coach, Just a day later, the Atlantic 10 an- “I will say, I understand that these mea- ready started their 2020 campaigns, the Corinne Desrosiers, agreed that the se- nounced that all remaining spring sports sures are being taken in hopes to help our track and field teams were set to begin niors should have a chance to return. competitions and championships would current situation and try to prevent it their outdoor season on March 28. Desrosiers is intrigued to see how be canceled due to coronavirus concerns. from getting worse, so I do see why the Shannon Taub, a graduate student and the ruling would impact operating member of the women’s track and field budgets, scholarship limits and the squad, learned of the cancellation from a ripple effect it would have on upcom- text message from her coaches. ing recruiting classes. “I had a feeling it was coming once I “If the NCAA grants a redshirt/extra heard other big conferences and profes- year back, that would be wonderful for sional sports were being cancelled and the student-athletes,” Desrosiers said. “I suspended,” Taub said. “At first I didn’t personally think it is the right thing to do. really know what to think. I was heartbro- Not everyone will take it, but some will, ken. I finally felt like I was ready to have and then they get to leave the sport on that breakout season I was waiting for their own terms.” and end my career on a high note. For that Like her head coach, Bradshaw sup- to be taken away was just devastating.” ports the NCAA’s decision. She men- Recent developments by the NCAA tioned that she would definitely consider would suggest that seniors who participate the possibility of returning for a final sea- in spring sports may be granted an addi- son. That will depend on the details from tional year of eligibility. But, the NCAA the NCAA’s official ruling, but is glad to still has to decide how exactly the process see that there is a chance of playing again. would work. Scholarship limits and roster “It is nice to know that there is still Katia Faroun | Associate Photo Editor size headline the list of potential road- hope for us to be able to finish out our la- Arthur J. Rooney Field will sit empty for the remainder of the school year after cancellations. blocks for the exception to be made. crosse career rightfully,” Bradshaw said. 7 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Crew of Point Park’s Pippin discusses canceled production Colleen Hammond worked with. dents made their appreciation for opinions editor It was not just the designers the production known. who contributed to this innovative “I have never heard a larger roar he PNC theater at Point theatrical feat. Sophomore musi- from an audience,” Weingardt said. Park University buzzed cal theater student Caleb Mathura As the curtain fell that first and with excitement as the cast T rehearsed for weeks on end to bring final night, the cast and crew bowed of Stephen Schwartz’s Pippin the title character to life. to a standing ovation. Despite the slipped into costume for their “I love being able to take a new unexpected ending to their school opening night preview on the eve- approach when it comes to shows,” year, students involved were grate- ning of Thursday, March 12. In a Mathura said. “As an actor, it gave ful for the opportunity to be a part flurry of hairspray, sequins and me a new perspective.” of this grand production. hand sanitizer, the actors and Mathura’s performance was his “We wouldn’t trade that one night crew prepped for the beginning of last of the year, as all Point Park for 10 more shows,” Mathura said. the long-awaited run of the show. productions are in the process of However, just an hour before the Courtesy of Point Park University rescheduling or potentially can- curtain rose, artistic director Steven Rachel Parker performs in Pippin. celling. In addition, all Point Park Breese had to break the news to his and a life in the circus, Point Park’s Instead of adhering to the tra- classes have been converted online Micro students. Due to the coronavirus creative team made the bold choice ditional circus motif found in the for the remainder of the semes- outbreak, Broadway was closing its ter. This proves highly difficult for to flip this classic tale on its head to many variations of Pippin, this pro- review doors until mid-April, and Point students in the arts who rely on in- fit a modern audience. duction was inspired by the post- Park would be following suit. The person contact with their instruc- “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” “I think it was exactly in line with modern glamour of the annual remainder of the show’s run would tors and mentors. The Lumineers what we’re experiencing,” sound MET Gala and MTV award shows. be canceled. This preview show While he was saddened to end designer and Point Park student To achieve these aesthetics, design- would be the one and only perfor- his semester so abruptly, Mathura In the midst of all the wild emo- Peter Brucker said. ers used new and innovative meth- mance of Pippin. is hopeful for the future. tions accompanying the COVID-19 The musical’s themes of identity, ods along with lots of glittering “I at least thought we would “We need to take our education pandemic, The Lumineers have costumes. given the world a gift: their cover of get through the first weekend,” isolation, fear of the unknown and into our own hands,” Mathura said. this 1970 Creedence Clearwater senior stage manager Emily appreciation for life spoke deeply to For the first time in his career, In the final hours of Point Park’s Revival hit, released as a Spotify Weingardt said. the audience of Point Park students Brucker created a full cinematic remaining open, Pippin’s cast Single on March 18. Adapting the In one night, as anxieties grew who got to the one-night-only show. sound design for the production. served as a beacon of hope for the This first and final performance “My sound design makes the the- original upbeat tune to match their high among the cast and crew, student body who will be separated melancholic style, The Lumineers served as a last goodbye for many ater feel like it’s going to collapse,” Weingardt felt equally distressed. until the coronavirus pandemic is present a more somber version, with of Point Park’s students. Brucker said. “I was about to helm a ship that no longer a pending threat. Wesley Schultz’s voice accompanied was sinking,” said Weingardt. “Pippin is really a celebration. I His work was paired with that of “I wish more people could have only by guitarist Jeremiah Fraites Despite the disappointment think it lifts your spirits,” Christen video designer Antonio Colaruotolo. seen them,” Schoenle said. “They on acoustic. Schultz’s beautiful and felt by the students at the short- Schoenle, a sophomore costume To fully capture the feeling of MTV, were so good.” haunting melodies offer fans, young lived production, many are deeply stitcher for the production said. Colaruotolo utilized a series of large Due to the late notice of the and old, a nostalgic trip 50 years into proud of their work. While Pippin Sitting in the audience, she final- projection screens and live cam- show’s cancellation, many perform- the past. typically tells the tale of a young ly got to see the dazzling costumes eras. This massive production fea- ers’ families were unable to attend man searching for life’s meaning she spent hours altering and gluing tured 22 actors — the largest cast the show. Luckily for the cast and - Katia Faroun through a series of poor choices sequins to. many of the designers had ever crew, the audience of fellow stu- Horoscopes

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here are certain places we encounter in life that require a different atti- tude towards how we dress. “Gentlemen must wear jackets to gain en- try to the Bar Room.” Take this quote from the Belmond Hotel, requiring at least a jacket for entry; when was the last time the thought Tentered your head, “Am I properly dressed to go here?” It may even be that you’re not try- ing to dress for a particular event or venue; rather, you just want to change your overall look in order to incorporate a more classic style. There are hundreds of topics that could be covered when referencing classic menswear. For the sake of brevity, however, let’s break down just the fundamentals of how you can start to dress. The suit. Always the starting point, the suit can be your most versatile piece of clothing. If you’re starting out, then keep to what we will call the “Big Three” colors: gray, blue and brown. Depending on your complexion and hair s the sky gets bluer and the weather gets warmer, it is safe to John Griffin color, one of these three colors may be su- say that spring is in the air at Duquesne University. With that Cantwell Sendek perior to the others. As an example, my own being said, it’s time to pack up your peacoat and sweaters and complexion is very fair; looking at the sun bring out your bright colors for the seasonal transition. I de- Staff Contributor Photographer gives me a sunburn. With this in mind I tend cided to come up with a few simple, comfortable outfits that to avoid very dark suits, as they wash me out are both stylish and easy to put together. even further, whereas brown suit compli- For my first outfit, I am wearing a pair of light wash blue ments my complexion. jeans from American Eagle ($35), a simple, mustard yellow People may say that a black or navy suit t-shirt from Target ($13), a Crimson Levi’s jacket (originally should be your first, but it would be much $89.99, but after clearance $26.99) and a pair of white Comme des Garcons Converse more astute to invest in a gray suit first. Gray ($120). This outfit was heavily inspired by Brad Pitt’s character in the Tarantino film matches every complexion and every hair AOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood and is a modern take on a late ‘60s look. color — it’s a good universal. The American Eagle jeans’ wash is a bright contrast to the dark, melancholic over- Now that you’ve read this, tomorrow you’ll tones of winter, and give the outfit a more casual and relaxed fit. American Eagle is an go out and buy yourself a new gray suit and exemplary brand to buy jeans from, as they are both extremely comfortable and have think, “I’m ready to paint the town now, an overall stylish look. If you want a more spring/summer aesthetic, I definitely recom- right?” Absolutely not. Do not fall into the mend purchasing a lighter wash. trap of thinking that a suit is all you need. Mustard yellow is a color that has come into prominence this year, especially now with If you bought a house, what’s the next step? the changing of the seasons. This simple piece gives a great compliment to both the light You have to furnish it; otherwise, you’re wash jeans and the red Levi’s jacket, making it a bright, eye-catching shirt to highlight stuck with an empty house. any outfit. Now it’s time to furnish your suit. Num- The Comme des Garcons converse are easily my most worn pair of shoes this spring, ber one on that list is a tie. The color can be as they seem to literally go with everything. I have worn these shoes with khakis, jeans up to you, as long as it contrasts well with and even athletic wear, and they look just as fashionable. The red heart on the outside the gray; a nice blue or red for example. This of the shoe gives a subtle aesthetic touch to the jacket, making all the colors of the outfit tie should be held in place with a simple tie seamlessly flow together. bar — gold or silver doesn’t matter — but it While browsing the clearance section of Macy’s, this red denim jacket caught my eye im- should never be gaudy. The tie bar always mediately. Its slim fit accentuated my torso well, but even better was the price. The jacket goes between the fourth and fifth buttons of was originally $89.99 but was discounted to $26.99. I was attracted to the late ‘60s aes- the dress shirt. thetic of the piece, giving me more a “modern vintage” look that I really enjoy wearing. 2. Following the tie and tie bar is the pocket square. If you’re new to dressing up, make it a plain white, cotton pocket square. As you get used to dressing up, you can get into dif- ferent colors, but white cotton is where you For my second outfit, I went for more of a Beach should start. 1. Boys look. The outfit consists of a white and blue Without a pocket square, you fall into the striped short-sleeved shirt from American Eagle trap of having what we call the “naked suit.” ($45), a Tommy Hilfiger watch ($120.00, not It is the small additions to the suit that make sure where purchased), the same light wash jeans you really stand out. ($35) and a pair of Adidas Stan Smiths’ from Lastly, what should never be overlooked is Dick’s Sporting Goods ($79.99). the power of a proper watch, proper mean- Enjoy some good vibrations while rocking this ing that it should not be overly large, and eclectic yet dressy shirt, and venture off into the the band should not be made of plastic or sunset with a loved one to get the full experience. any other material besides metal or leather. This American Eagle casual dress shirt is a great A good watch is the perfect accent piece that piece to enter spring with; its bright blue color can tie a whole look together in a simple and looks incredibly vibrant on a sunny spring day. elegant way. The Tommy Hilfiger watch is a subtle, yet el- Follow all these tips and you’ll find your- egant piece that you can pair with any outfit on self feeling better about how you look — as any occasion. I wear this watch literally every day, well as how you feel. and its minimalistic aesthetic gives you a sophis- ticated, yet laid-back look.

March 19, 2020 Fashion Masked F4

Griffin Sendek Photo Editor Ambition t’s tremendous how much one email can throw a wrench in everyone’s lives. The punching of a few keys and the click of a single button and suddenly our lives as students are changed forever. This photoshoot was planned a week ago to coincide with this once-a-semester special fashion issue. The thought behind it was fashionably done eye makeup paired with a surgical mask, being the “it” look for this oh-so-eventful spring was ironically hilarious. Perhaps we were being a little crass, and maybe a select few might be offended by the photo’s inclusion. However, it’s at times like this, when everything appears to have hit rock bottom, that being able to laugh at ourselves is one of the best ways to cope. What was meant to be a fun take on a beauty photoshoot, making light of an otherwise terrifying state of the world, ended up being the most depressing and utterly heartbreaking photoshoots in all my years as a photographer. Minutes prior to the shutter firing, we received the message from President Gormley that classes would be moving fully online for the remainder of the semester and everyone should start moving out of their dorm buildings. Photoshoots in the makeshift photo studio in my Brottier apartment are nothing new to either of us — and something that has always been fun for us both.

I “And I would have to face it all without my best friend by my side,”

olleen is not one to cry easily, but what happened in this last week was enough to make anyone start bawling. With the message from the university came the im- mediate realization that this semester as Cwe knew it was immediately coming to an end. She would have to say goodbye to all her friends, unclear of the next time she will see them again, pack up her entire room into the trunk of a car and head back to her home in Michigan. “I was thinking about how the world I know is fall- ing apart, how everything is shutting down, how we are entering a dark historic moment,” Colleen Ham- mond, opinions editor, said. “And I would have to face it all without my best friend by my side.” Colleen held back tears as long as she possibly could as to not ruin the makeup and so we could still get the shot. But that didn’t make it any easier for either of us. In the photos you can see the tears welling up in her eyes; you can see her face tensing up fighting to hold them back. While we have the advantage of not yet being se- niors, several of our fellow editors are not so lucky. I do not envy any of them for being forced into the workforce at the worst time imaginable. My heart goes out to all the graduating seniors whose last few months of their college life were cut short without warning. Sunday, the night this photograph was taken, the majority of The Duke staff attended mass on cam- pus. Unknown to us, this was the last mass for the foreseeable future, as Bishop Zubik canceled all other services. Rev. Bill Christy spoke to the sparsely popu- lated room, saying that we will “improvise, adapt and overcome.” Through this uncertain last week, we at The Duke have done exactly that. This photograph is reflective of all our feelings and sentiments regarding the current situation, holding back tears and doing everything we can to remain healthy in these strange times.

Colleen Hammond

Opinions Editor