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INVESTIGATE.INFORM.IGNITE.INVOLVE. Volume 14, Issue 11 Concordia University Irvine February 28, 2020 Living Learning Community Suitcase applications soon available Bingo brings gifts and to Concordia Sarah Zimmer Staff Writer

Last Fri., Feb. 21, almost the entire undergraduate population of Concordia showed up for Suitcase Bingo to win fabulous prizes. The night consisted of 10 rounds of bingo where students needed to match their bingo sheet Giovanni Brito meaningful interactions ways where faith in Christ is from around the world, like to the pattern on the screen. Staff Writer with faculty, staff and a natural aspect of life lived my suitemates, and found The first person to get a bingo students.” together. a comfortable place to call chose their Suitcase Bingo Attention all Concordia basket valued at over $350. home all at once.” residents! The Living Erin Koman, Living There is also Global The baskets consisted of: Learning Communities Learning Community Village, which is for One of the unique aspects a Cash Basket, Travel Basket, (LLCs) are undergoing a Coordinator, shared her students who are interested of the LLC’s is that it allows Fitness Basket, Concert Basket, few and the time to perspective on why students in broadening their for conversations with Dorm Basket, Theme Park apply is approaching. The should consider applying understanding of world faculty in a neighborhood Basket, Spa Basket, Coffee LLCs provide a different for the LLCs. “There are issues and cultures while on environment. Dr. Caleb Basket, Tech Basket and finally type of environment many opportunities for campus. Karges, professor History the Suitcase Bingo Trip that was announced in the last compared to our residents mentorship with faculty These four LLCs are and Political Thought, lives halls. There are five different who live on campus with in Global Village with his round! located in the Upper Quads. The trip this year was a LLCs on campus and we are their families.” Koman The newest addition is the family. Karges shared, “It also welcoming a brand new added, “Budgets are has been rewarding for our weekend in beautiful San Diego Transfer hall which is open and the winner, Freshman LLC! Interested? Read on! provided for the halls as an family to live in the LLCs. to all transfer students in Emily Esteban, got tickets opportunity for education One great aspect has been The Living Learning an intentional community to go to the San Diego Zoo, Communities provide an through travel.” that focuses on integrating the celebration of family a $200 Visa gift card, a $400 opportunity for students There are five different transfer students into the milestones.” He added, Uber gift card and stayed at the to continue to grow their LLCs on campus. The first Concordia community. The “Having students be a major Wyndham San Diego Bayfront education outside of the is Honors. The Honors hall Transfer hall will be located part of our childrens' lives Hotel with a friend. classroom. Their mission, is open to all students in the in Sigma. has been a wonderful thing LEAD Student Activities to watch. I greatly appreciate organized the event. One of the “Guided by the Great Honors program who want Sophomore, Payton Commission, Concordia to participate in academic seeing how my kids enhance Student Activities members, Walter, lives in Global the lives of the residents.” junior Ashley Taylor, said, University is committed to enrichment and service Village and has enjoyed student learning, service, opportunities. If you are interested in “Suitcase Bingo is always a her experiences. She said, blast to put on. We even did and leadership. The Living living in one of the LLC's There is also Bella Amore “Some of my favorite a survey this year to get more Learning Communities do the applications will open which is a community of memories have been the input from the students so that this by creating a progressive women engaged in critical times that I have come on March 1 and are a part of we can try and make next year residential environment conversations about what is back to my dorm and see Concordia regular housing even better!” Taylor elaborated, that is supportive of students true, noble, right, pure and some of the professors’ kids application process. The “It’s always really fulfilling to developing personally, admirable. playing outside and I joined housing applications can be see so many students show becoming responsible found at housing.cui.edu. up for this event. I mean, Wittenberg is open to them.” Walter continued, global citizens, and learning “ I have gotten to know you win free stuff so it’s a for a lifetime through students who desire to pretty awesome situation.” be more connected to a my professors and their community in meaningful families better, met people Continued on pg. 3 2 ASCUI February 28, 2020 ASCUI 2020-2021 EXECUTIVE BOARD

President: Tyler Haase Vice President: Club Commissioner: I am a Junior at Concordia studying Ryan Jones Jonah Sielaff Business Marketing and Finance. I am I am a sophomore from Phoenix, Hi everyone! My name is Jonah originally from Spokane, Washington. Arizona studying to achieve a degree Sielaff and I’m a sophomore in the I love to hike, ski and golf, and more in liberal studies. I have served on DCE program here. I want to be your importantly, I love the Lord! I currently Senate for one year and was the ASCUI club commissioner because I want to serve as the ASCUI Club Commissioner, Treasurer for one semester last year. give students the opportunity to get and I have previously been a tour guide Coming off the Around-the-World involved with as much as they can here for admissions and also I have been an semester, I enjoy beach days with acai on campus. I want to make students ASCUI Senator for both my Freshman bowls, hammocking, and spontaneous feel a part of something whether that and Sophomore years. I am involved in road trips with friends. is an existing club and organization or an Abbey West small group, Surf Club maybe even a new one, I want you to be and Omicron Delta Kappa. involved!

Secretary: Gabi Beckman Communications Treasurer: Nathan Schult My name is Nathan and I am a junior Hey Concordia! My name is Gabi Director: Kayla Goetz studying finance and accounting. I and I am a junior majoring in I love people and capturing moments! grew up in the Midwest and currently communications. I have been a part As the communications director, I’ll live in the Bay Area. I love basketball, of LEAD Concordia Cares for the past try my hardest to get your good sides twizzlers, and the beach! I want to two years, as well as Senate and Abbey and to motivate you to stay involved on be ASCUI Treasurer because I love West women’s ministry. I want to this awesome campus! Let’s make 2020- budgeting and working with numbers, serve as ASCUI Secretary to better the 2021 gr8! and handling money wisely is very community here at CUI! important for success.

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1530 Concordia West, Irvine CA, 92612 The Courier staff asks that you dispose Delta Lounge [email protected] of your copy in an environmentally- cui.edu/studentlife/student-newspaper friendly way. Thanks! February 28, 2020 On Campus 3 Let’s get down to business Suitcase with Delta Sigma Pi Bingo Kylie Turi well as listening to the best from so many different preparation for those brings Staff Writer business professionals.” types of professionals. I’ve going into the [business] Casteel added that become more comfortable professions. We invite gifts and Delta Sigma Pi, the members also attend speaking in front of people. senior managers to campus business fraternity on Grand Chapter Congress I’ve gained more, such as to talk about their lives and joy to campus, provides an every other summer, as friendships and even a family careers. And off campus, we opportunity for students well as participating in of like-minded individuals, do site-visits to production in the School of Business networking meet-ups with that I know I’ll have well and logistics facilities - and Concordia and Economics to make business professionals and after college.” Cogswell so give members real-world Continued from pg. 1 connections, attend companies. Becoming a continued, “As a club, we exposure to the economy." seminars and learn more member is not as easy as have weekly meetings to If you would like to make Daisy Alvarez, LEAD intern about the business world. just signing up, however. discuss operations and connections in the business who worked closely with the Good news for business- According to Casteel, the business to tend to. We hold community, get involved Student Activities team for the minded Eagles because current 24 members had professional events where on campus and develop event said, “A lot of hard work and dedication was put into they are looking for new to fill out an application, we bring in speakers with great friendships, consider this event, and it really shows members! go through an interview various backgrounds. We applying to join Delta Sigma the passion that Concordia Avery Casteel, President process and take part in a participate in, and host, tons Pi. Nagel emphasized, shows for its student body. It’s of Delta Sigma Pi said, “We pledge program to become of community service and "If I were an undergrad always really fun to make the are a professional business a member of the club. fundraising events and do again, I'd surely join Delta baskets and plan the trip and fraternity on campus. We Along with the chance our best to involve the rest Sig.” Students interested see the end result after all the are the biggest professional to make meaningful of Concordia in any way we in joining should contact effort put into it.” business fraternity in the connections, Delta Sigma Pi c an .” fraternity President Avery The next LEAD event put nation. We have meetings, also provides opportunities Professor Christopher Casteel at avery.casteel@ on by Student Activities is lead social events, to hone business skills. Erica "Kit" Nagel, who teaches in eagles.cui.edu. Kindergarten Day on March professional events, alumni Cogswell, Vice President of the School of Business, is 11! Make sure to check it out and feel like a little kid again. events and community Pledge Education for the a faculty advisor to Delta There is also a $1.00 commuter service events. We also club said, “Since I’ve joined Sigma Pi. He views the club lunch day so make sure to attend LEAD schools Delta Sigma Pi, I have had the as a way for students to spread the word. and conferences around ability to attend numerous engage with companies out the nation, and attend professional events we have in the business community. educational seminars as put on where I have learned "Delta Sig provides great Loteria night: A night of chance with Nuestra Voz The event was open to a community at Concordia all Concordia students. where people of different Giovanni Brito, senior and cultures would be willing club president said, “Our to come and learn a little goal was to have fun with about Hispanic culture and anybody who showed up. we saw that happen tonight.” We love to introduce the Brito said, “We are not sure game to people who may not if we will have another game be familiar [with it].” night within the semester Lotería Night began last but do have a trip planned to year and Brito said, “It was Placita Olvera in L.A.” a lot of fun so we brought For those who are it back again.” The club interested in Nuestra Voz provided music where and going to the events or students were able to request just getting involved, you what songs they would like can you can go down to the to hear and shared some academic advising center stories about when they found in the Breezeway would play Lotería with their and talk to faculty advisor Photo above : Students enjoy Loteria Night hosted by Nuestra Voz. families and friends. The Robert Marquez, as well Photo courtesy of Ashley Grajeda. event had a great turn out as senior board members; and players were able to win President Giovanni Brito, Ashley Grajeda Latinx club. The club hosts Lotería is a traditional prizes in the form of goody Treasurer Victoria Garcia, Staff Writer biweekly meetings every Mexican game similar to bags. The club also provided Vice-President Esmeralda Wednesday and Thursday Bingo but rather than using snacks that consisted of Cardenas, Secretary Nuestra Voz’s Loteria as well as a club event once numbers there are a series some traditional Mexican Johanna Gardea or Marketer Night had students come a month. Johanna Gardea, of images on the cards that sweet bread known as pan Yaileen Zamora who can together for a fun night of a senior and club secretary, one must be able to find on dulce as well as candy, chips all be reached at this email: playing a game of chance said Lotería Night “could their game card. The player and drinks. [email protected]. known as Lotería on Thurs., create a fun environment is given a four-by-four grid Nuestra Voz aims to For more information Feb. 20. in Grimm Hall where people can socialize, card which they mark off, host events that allow club on upcoming events and from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. make new friends and learn or cover ,when the caller members to share their meetings follow their Lotería Night was hosted more about the Latinx draws a card from the deck culture with other students Instagram @cuinuestra.voz. by Nuestra Voz, which c u ltu re .” of cards, the deck contains that are interested. Gardea is Concordia’s Hispanic/ 54 images. said, “My hope was to build 4 Sports February 28, 2020 newport rib company EAGLE OF THE WEEK Tamia Prince Austin Ruiz Newport Rib Company Eagle of uniform but she is eager to keep Athletic Department the Week. improving as she finishes out her The Concordia women's track "In the past, I hadn't done as senior campaign. She is always and field team has risen to No. well as I would have hoped in looking for ways to get better and 33 in the NCAA DII rankings the indoor , so having the get an edge on the competition. with a number of impressive success that I have had this time "I think this time around I have performances just a few weeks around is a blessing," said Prince. put a lot more effort in the weight into the indoor season. This is the second straight room and have been eating more Senior Tamia Prince is helping year Prince has been honored of the right foods to get her team reach new heights, and by Concordia Athletics for her stronger," said Prince. she left her mark in their last achievements. As a junior in Prince was not the only Eagle meet after a historic race at high 2019, Prince was part of the to rewrite the school record elevation in the Albuquerque record-setting quartet that set a books at the Collegiate Classic Convention Center. After blazing program-best mark in the 4x400 in Albuquerque. Teammates to the finish line with a sizzling meter relay. Prince joined recent Malia Avila (200m dash) and time of 8.52 seconds in the 60m Concordia graduates Sarah Gabriella Frost (discus) also hurdles, Prince now holds the Herron, Madison Hergert and posted personal bests that set fastest time in all of the NCAA Fatima Wague on that historic new program records in their DII for that event. relay race and all four were respective events. It should come as no surprise featured together in a recent issue For updates on the track and that this outstanding student- of CUI Magazine. field team, visit cuieagles.com. athlete has been chosen as a Prince has accomplished a lot Photo courtesy of during her time in a Concordia Troy Makalena. Maxwell Wickens earns Diver of the Meet at Pacific Collegiate Championship Diving Championship total of 168.70 points on boards. He learned a lot in around him. “Diving is (PCSC) in Monterey Park, the 1-meter board to place a short span and put it to such a different form of just east of downtown Los third overall and a total practice in the meets,” said competition than I’ve ever Angeles. Senior Maxwell of 145.80 on the 3-meter head swimming and diving experienced before but Wickens competed in both board, placing fourth overall. coach Bert Bergen. everyone in competition the swimming and diving Wickens also participated in Regardless of sport, always gets so close because portions of the meet, earning the swimming portion of the athletes form meaningful we all root for each other the diver of the meet award, meet, competing in the 100- relationships and teams and challenge each other. I to cap off his first season as yard breaststroke and as a bond in practice and at couldn’t have done it without a diver. part of the 400-yard freestyle competitions. “To have him the support from my team Wickens, who has been relay. earn all those points from and coach Bert as well as a competitive swimmer for “Max's first season as his third and fourth place my dive coach, Curt , eight years, picked up diving a diver was unbelievably finishes at the conference who taught me everything I in his last season competing successful. He made the championships was almost as know about diving,” added pictured below: Photo courtesy of with the Eagles. “I had commitment to train right rewarding as watching him Wickens. cuieagles.com. always dreamed of diving after the first of the year, interact with the other divers Wickens serves as an Emma Mocharnuk competitively and I figured and worked with our diving at practices and meets; he example that with hard work Sports Editor my senior year I was going coach for five weeks learning loved it and the other divers and determination dreams to follow that dream and give proper approach, technique embraced his ‘in it to win it’ really can come true. To Wed., Feb. 12, to Sat., diving a try,” said Wickens. and entry on about eight attitude,” added Bergen. catch up on all things Eagles Feb. 15, the Concordia Wickens had impressive different dives. He competed Wicken’s stellar season swimming and diving, visit Eagles swim and dive team performances in both the in three meets and improved was the result of not only cuieagles.com. competed in the Pacific 1-meter board, and the his score every time on both hard work and dedication, Collegiate Swimming and 3-meter board, scoring a the 1-meter and 3-meter but also support from those Court remains in session with March Madness hailey thompson elimination tournament for watch?cid=mml2019_ncaa_ the teams playing. “Honestly, each other. I don’t typically staff writer the national championship. main_nav. It's perfect for I watch March Madness just favor one team over another, The festivities will begin when you need to take a because I love basketball. but I think that Kansas has a With Concordia’s last March 15 on Selection study break or have a little bit Simple as that. I also haven’t decent shot this year.” home basketball game of Sunday. This is when the of free time on your hands! been keeping up with this Whether you’re a devoted this season set to take place Selection Committee Many Concordia students year’s prospective teams as college basketball fan or just tomorrow Feb. 29, fans publicly announces the are excitedly awaiting much as I have in the past, so looking for something new may be wondering how they complete NCAA tournament the action. Lainie James, I’m looking forward to seeing to stream, March Madness can keep their love for the bracket, including seeds and freshman and member of how everyone does.” has you covered. Until sport alive. Luckily, the end teams. Selection Sunday, the women’s basketball team, March Madness also gets then, Concordia’s men’s of Concordia’s basketball along with each round of said, “I’m rooting for Duke the attention of senior Ashley and women’s basketball season marks the beginning the tournament, will be University because I love Weaver, who said, “Aside teams play their final home of the NCAA Division I broadcasted by CBS, TNT their head coach and their from coming to here at games against Azusa Pacific March Madness, the 64 team and TBS. pursuit of relentlessness. I school, I don’t typically spend University tomorrow. The national tournament, and the Don’t have a TV in your respect their work and I hope time watching professional women’s game is at 5:30 hype that surrounds it. dorm room? No worries. they can come together for or college basketball. March p.m. and will be followed Throughout the month of March Madness can be the tournament.” Madness is for sure an by the men’s game at 7:30 March, 64 NCAA Division I streamed in its entirety on Nick Murphy, a junior, exception, though. It’s so p.m. Admission is free for all men’s basketball teams will the NCAA’s website: ncaa. noted his passion for watching much fun to watch the best Concordia students! play in a seven round single- com/march-madness-live/ the tournament, regardless of of the best college teams play February 28, 2020 Sports 5 Baseball opens up strong, starts conference today PacWest Freshman of the Week Sarah Kretschmar Hersh. Hersh is batting .289 and credits the age and maturity of be one of the best pitchers in honor in back-to-back weeks. Editor-in-Chief holds an impressive .413 OBP. the team as well as head coach the conference alongside my On the same day against Joe Turgeon’s preparation teammates.” Head down to Eagles field Baseball currently sits at a Point Loma, senior Matt Lautz, for their early success. “We Many Eagle players have also today at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to record of 10-5 as they enter led the Eagles to victory by are learning who we are each earned PacWest weekly award check out the baseball team PacWest conference play today delivering a walk off homerun day. We are claiming our own honors. Bailey Collins, senior as they take on Holy Names at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. against in the bottom of the ninth. identity. Overall, I believe we infielder, has earned PacWest University. Visit cuieagles.com Holy Names University on the This performance earned Lautz have a very solid team who Player of the Week. Shane for any and all updates. Eagle field. The Eagles have had PacWest player of the week is very physical and athletic,” Schick, freshman, has earned the some stand out players come up honors. said Endersby. As a strong Photo below: Matt Lautz at the plate during walk off win over Point Loma with big time performances and “I am just trying to win and pitcher in the Eagle rotation, University. Photo courtesy of Troy Makalena. PacWest honors as they close give everything I got every day, Endersby said, “My mindset out preseason play. game and pitch. I try to provide every time I go out is to give Shane Hersh, senior from a spark of energy whether it’s on my team the best opportunity Ojai, is a second baseman for defense or offense,” said Hersh. to win a baseball game. I don’t the Eagles and contributed to He continued, “The rest will care how it gets done. I truly their 5-3 win over Point Loma take care of itself. We are just have trust in each guy in the last week by hitting his first riding the wave.” dugout and I think this team homerun in an Eagle uniform. Another stand out player could do something special. The communications major for the Eagles is right handed Colton Snyder, another pitcher acknowledged the experience pitcher, Jimmy Endersby. from West Hills, California also and maturity that the current Endersby is a junior accounting strives to be the best pitcher he team carries. “I think that since major originally from Garden can for his team. The liberal arts we are an older group, we are Grove. Endersby holds a 3-0 major and junior said “I expect just having a good time enjoying record and has recorded an a lot more from myself for the our final year and trying to win impressive 23 strikeout in only remainder of the season. I look as many games as possible,” said 14.2 innings pitched. Endersby forward to pushing myself to Men’s volleyball titles a new all-time kills leader adyson casteel match against Pepperdine MPSF and progressing took two sets against the staff writer by also breaking a personal towards a national rivals for the very first time. record of 28 kills in a single championship. Zachary Barsemian and Meyer -- The Concordia men’s match and earning the title Meyer, a redshirt junior along with every member of volleyball team has already of MPSF Hitter of the Night. from Wheaton, Illinois, is a the team -- are working hard turned heads this season The outside hitter is close friend and teammate for . “Our in battles against the best proud but not distracted to Barsemian. When asked goal is to win the national Division I schools in the from the larger tasks at hand. about his impact on the team championship. It is nice area, but the players have Barsemian said, “I take this dynamic, Meyer responded, receiving these individual no intention of settling accomplishment as a reward “Ray is a good leader. He is awards, but my goal is to win down any time soon. The for all the hard work I put in, kind and keeps the practice every game we play,” said most recent feat occurred and am constantly putting in. demeanor light and fun.” Barsemian. on Feb. 12, where Raymond I was not a highly recruited Meyer is confident the The Eagles completed Barsemian demolished a player, so being able to team will continue pushing a major upset this past school record by becoming accomplish this record gives towards their winning goals. Tuesday against No. 4 UC the all-time kills leader back to the ambition and He said, “We are a lot better Irvine by a score of 3-1. The in a match against No. 7 dedication I put in for this than our record shows. Eagles took on No. 8 Grand Pepperdine. sport. This record is only a Although we have been Canyon University last Photo above : Raymond Raymond Barsemian, Barsemian, all time kills leader for small accomplishment for stringing together a streak night and will play Westcliff a redshirt senior from La men’s volleyball. Photo courtesy of what I’m striving to do for of bad games, we’re very University on March 5 in the Crescenta, made volleyball Troy Makalena. this team.” close to being one of the top CU Arena. Visit cuieagles. history after surpassing the 2015-2018 Eagle, Jonathan This season, the players teams in the nation.” Even com to stay current on previous record of 742 kills; Predney. Barsemian are all determined to reach in a hard-fought loss against upcoming matches and team this number was held by continued the streak in the their goal of winning the Pepperdine, men’s volleyball news. Gamer Review: “The Room: Old Sins” charlotte waite app is available on both iOS Waldegrave Manor…” the game. 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Even though the price 6 Campus February 28, 2020 Concordia Cares brings spring fun to the Ronald McDonald Gabi Beckman from top to bottom, Concordia’s Cares aims to serve those of all to hang out with them.” If you or instance, Concordia Cares is Staff Writer service group has made an effort kinds both on and off campus. a group you know would like to planning on volunteering at the to come back to the house and Washington added, “When participate in leading a craft at the Discovery Cube in Santa Ana at Concordia Cares, LEAD’s on build relationships with the kids. planning events, we try to find Ronald McDonald House, their one of their most popular events, and off campus service group, Jessica Washington, a senior volunteer opportunities that website (rmhcsc.volunteerhub. Bubblefest, as well as a beach brought joy to kids and their and one of the Concordia Cares don’t cater to only one need. We com) includes a calendar of every clean up at Huntington Beach. families at the Ronald McDonald coordinators, told me about like planning events that work available date, time and activity Interested in volunteering with House on Thurs., Feb. 27. The one girl who has stood out to with people of all ages and give us throughout the year. Concordia Cares this semester? service-based group brought her. Washington said, “There is the chance to learn something we Even if you were unable to Contact [email protected] a variety of art supplies to the always this one girl who comes in otherwise wouldn’t at Concordia.” attend the Ronald McDonald or visit the Center for Student house and led kids in crafts after just as we are about to clean up. Although there are plenty House event this week, Concordia Leadership Development (CSLD) dinner was provided to them by Even if we were only scheduled of ways volunteers can serve at Cares has plenty of other events to learn more about these another volunteer group. The to stay until 8 p.m., she makes the Ronald McDonald House, for students to sign up for. For awesome opportunities. coordinators shared that this us stay as long as she wants us to. Concordia Cares has chosen to was not their first time coming She runs the show and we totally do crafts with the kids the past to this nationwide nonprofit let her.” few times they have volunteered. organization. While Concordia Cares has Ashlin Morey, junior and For the past four years, been a faithful group to the Concordia Cares coordinator, Concordia Cares has visited the Ronald McDonald House in said, “You’d be surprised by how Ronald McDonald House and Orange, LEAD’s Concordia Cares far a few dollars spent at Dollar done almost every volunteer does plan volunteer outings to Tree goes for these kids. Even if opportunity guests can do. other non-profit organizations it doesn’t seem like a big deal to From buying and preparing throughout Orange County. us, it means the world to them dinner for the guests to helping From working with homeless that we are there and wanting maintenance clean the house shelters to food banks, Concordia Making it through midterms and finals arwyn yim that putting in the work from Positive reinforcement is a good you get things done on time. for soaking up information. Dr. staff writer the very beginning is a person’s way to make yourself get things 4. Get out of your room. We Jeff Mallinson recommends best bet. However, if you’re just done. often get stuck in our dorms as that students, “Go into a zone With mid-semester break feeling the midterm struggle 3. Get organized. Try a place to finish assignments with ear buds and listen to around the corner, starting after now, keep reading to learn how compiling a list of all the things and get readings done. A never ending dub. I don’t care Fri., Feb. 28, some students and to help yourself through it. you need to get done so that change of scenery often helps what your usual favorite genre faculty want to share some tips 2. Don’t take on too much at you can visually check off each with changing up a dull study is. For stressful times, it must be for getting through the midterm once. Sometimes the workload one of your assignments. If that routine. “I feel like I’m always dub.” He actually made a playlist grind. Here are the top five tips can feel pretty unmanageable. doesn’t work for you, you can stressed, but sitting in places featuring this electronic reggae and tricks that some of our Eagles To tackle this, make sure you’re line up a series of post notes on with good vibes usually makes genre titled “Taosurfing with use to make it over the hump. working on one thing at a time your wall with reminders and me feel at least a little better,” Dub, Etc.” on the Taosurfers Already done with midterms? at a reasonable pace. There’s due dates. Just find a way to be said Hannah Gagon, senior. She YouTube channel for this exact Then pocket these tips for finals. to rush anything able to organize all the work went on to say that she likes to reason. You can look it up 1. Start early. Christ College so put the proper time and that you need to get done so designate her room as a relaxing yourself for some chill study professor CJ Armstrong tells effort in for each assignment that you can have a clear idea space and the space outside music or enjoy whatever music students that the “best way to get or test to make sure that you’re of where you want to start. “I of the BMC as a work space. relaxes you. through midterms is to start by showing your best work. recommend deactivating social Head out to the UTC, a nearby We are almost halfway studying for the exam in week Forrest McFarland, senior media accounts and planning Starbucks or even the library for through Spring 2020 and the 1 and build the habit so you're and ASCUI Communications out a study schedule ahead a study focused environment. pressure is on, but following always studying for it through Director, advises his peers of time,” said Benjamin Lang, these tips will help to ensure that 5. Put yourself in the right we can all slide through spring the next several weeks.” The to “break things into smaller senior. This way you can cut the headspace. Playing the right key to success is hard work and objectives and reward yourself distraction of notifications and semester with ease. Good luck to music while you’re studying is everyone and happy studying! many people on campus agree when you've completed them.” mobile games and make sure a good way to focus your brain Five ways to spend spring break in O.C. zoe johnson fs.usda.gov/recarea/cleveland/ Uptown Cheapskate, located staff writer recarea/?recid=81640. a minute from the 5 freeway in Ride the big orange Lake Forest, is a place where you Spring break is finally here, and – an Orange County classic! For cannot only buy the latest fashions, if a resort in Mexico is not on your $15 you can take a 400-foot trip but also sell yours too. You can get agenda, these five activities can in the air. While the balloon 30% in cash, and it is a simple way be. Here are some fun and budget rides are closed Monday through to get rid of some of those t-shirts friendly spring break adventures Wednesday, you can soar nearly you haven’t worn in months. The to do around Orange County. all-day Thursday through Sunday address is: 24366 Rockfield Blvd, Grab your friends and a bonfire high above Irvine’s Great Park. Lake Forest, CA 92630. pit at the beach and roast some For more information visit: Roller coasters are not the hotdogs. From Huntington to cityofirvine.org/orange-county- cheapest on the list, but Knotts San Clemente, fire pits are free great-park/great-park-balloon- Berry Farm is a must-do. A single and easy to use. Just make sure carousel. day ticket is $47, whereas if you to have someone bring firewood If you’re a fan of recycling old want to get a season pass you can and a lighter, or you and your clothes and treasure for make payments as low as $13.50 a Photo above : Red Rock Canyon located in Foothill Ranch. marshmallows are going to stay vintage finds, Orange County month. If you want to pay in full, pretty cold. Some beaches close at sure to bring cash. You can find You have to pay for parking, but hosts some of the best thrift shops. it is $102. There are no blackout 10 p.m., so make sure you are out more information here: wildlife. the machine does take a card. For Here are a couple of popular stores dates and during the school year of the parking lot or you will be ca.gov/Lands/Places-to-Visit/ more information, visit: ocparks. nearby that are not Goodwill but the crowds are minimal. ticketed! Bolsa-Chica-ER. com/parks/whiting/. are still environmentally friendly. Whether you are spending spring break on campus, or need Take a hike! Orange County is For people who want more And for those who love a Cherry Moon, a hole in the wall home to some amazing wilderness something to do on the weekends, than three feet in elevation, but challenge, Santiago Peak on right up against the beach, boasts these five ideas may push you to areas with hikes that range from still a moderately easy trail, Red Saddleback Mountain is the one the epitome of Laguna Beach half a mile, to 20. If you want do things you may normally forget Rock Canyon in Foothill Ranch for you. Coming in at around 15 history and culture. You will find about, or just get you out of the something on the easier side, the might be for you. Nestled in the miles and 5,300 foot elevation, everything from vintage records to Bolsa Chica Wetlands offer trails house to explore another side of hills, it might shock you at the this eight hour hike is beautiful rare clothing. The address is: 652 Orange County. that can last up to four miles, but drastic change in scenery which but not for the faint of heart. S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA with very minimal elevation gain. makes it well worth the drive. For more information, visit: 92651. There are parking fees, so make February 28, 2020 Local 7 Seuss’ reading celebration us as children. I think one It helps them comprehend the of the greatest appeals to Dr. stories.” Seuss’ work is his venture into Seuss dedicated much of the whimsical. In his books, his life to helping others in anything is possible, even that becoming more literate and which a child – or adult – has learned. In 1995, UC San not yet imagined.” Diego’s library was renamed Many have wondered what the Geisel Library in honor exactly made Seuss’ simple of Seuss’ contributions and storytelling so effective and devotion to improving literacy, attractive to all audiences. and in 2004, U.S. Children’s “I think they have an appeal Librarians established the because they are enjoyable annual Theodor Seuss Geisel without being complex. Yet Dr. award to recognize children’s Seuss’s particular word choice books that had distinguished and storytelling approach themselves above and beyond bring everyone from early others in their field. John Symank writings single handedly led the effect that his books had childhood to late adulthood “There is a certain smile Staff Writer to a major increase in literacy on her and said, “Dr. Seuss’ together,” said Christian, people only wear when they among children in the mid books fueled my imagination adding, “People can have very recall a fond memory from March 2 marks the birthday 1950s, with his publishing of and challenged my early different backgrounds, life childhood, a faraway look of the late Dr. Seuss, a man the classic “The Cat in The preconceptions about what experiences, callings, opinions in their eyes that brighten as whose writings influenced Hat,” which was intended to a typical book should look and worldviews, yet they can they remember something the development of a nation. use words that first graders like. His rhymes and use of come together and bond over that made them happy.” Seuss’ birthday is commonly would recognize. unfamiliar words pushed me a story.” said Christian. “In my used in children’s classrooms He went on to write many to develop my vocabulary and Ben Levy, freshman, said conversations with college as a day dedicated entirely to books in this style, with the strengthened my confidence “I think all of his books are students and adults, I have reading. intention of teaching younger in reading. It inspired me to similar to nursery rhymes seen this look time and time Dr. Seuss, real name audiences to read and write be creative in my writing and which are pretty well known again when Dr. Seuss’s work is Theodor Seuss Geisel, was an fluently, while also training artwork and showed me just by almost everyone, and most mentioned. I think his books author who began his writing them to use their imagination how enjoyable reading could of those have moral lessons as have such great impact because career in 1921. Seuss began to develop themselves. Even be.” Christian continued, well; he brought that aspect to of their ability to bring people writing children’s stories in today, the impact of Seuss’ “Even as a college student, a different type of storytelling. together, a value that should 1936, and with the exception writings can be felt in everyday I smile whenever I read They were very easy to read never be underestimated.” of a short break during World life. Dr. Seuss’ stories, because I and are based a lot on pictures To read more about Dr. War II, wrote consistently Hannah Christian, think there is great value in and rhymes which intrigue Seuss’ contributions, visit until his death in 1990. Seuss’ sophomore, spoke about returning to what inspired young people and old ones too. seussville.com. 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Coffee enthusiasts from 5.Roasters Championships all over the world united The last round consisted this past weekend in Costa of an onsite demonstration. Mesa. The O.C. & Event Here the contestants were Center hosted the 2020 U.S. not only judged on their Coffee Championships coffee-making abilities but Qualifier Event from also their public speaking Feb. 21 to 23. It was an skills. Lauren Bristow, a enthralling weekend filled senior and advanced public with competition and coffee speaking student, knows lovers alike. The event first hand the difficulties that consisted of five different accompany a demonstration competitions: speech.“From participating in demonstration speeches 1.U.S. Barista myself, I admire these Championship competitors for going The Los Angeles Times through the intense work described this competition necessary to give a great demonstration speech as it’s as very challenging. During balance the amount of time Photo above : People try a variety of coffee from all over the world during this round, the baristas have the U.S Coffee Championships Qualifier Event at the OC Fair & Event Center. not easy,” said Bristow. it takes to measure out and Photo courtesy of James Carbonne. to “to prepare and serve grind the coffee with the The overall winners from espressos, cappuccinos, and amount of customer service 4.Cup Tasters you walk into Philz, the each of these competitions a customized drink for a needed at that time,” said The Cup Tasters round barista customizes your continue to the Portland panel of judges.” Butler. hit close to home for two drink based on your Championships. If they students. This round preferences! It’s so good, not succeed in the Portland 2.U.S. Brewers Cups 3.Coffee in Good Spirits required the contestants burnt or overly sweetened competition then, they will The U.S. Brewers Cup This round required to integrate unusual tastes with a ton of syrups, just a go on to represent the U.S. at was a unique category as it the contestants to make and smells, ones that would blend that is individualized the World Championships required the use of different signature coffee cocktails. not typically be associated for you with cream and in Melbourne, Australia. manual brewing styles. Once again, the contestants with coffee. Juniors, Kaliska sugar! It’s perfect every To follow along with the Mikayla Butler, a freshman had to elevate their creativity. Calderon and Shaye time,” said Levengood. competitions check out: on the track and field team Roberto Rodriguez, a Levengood, said this round Taylor Sullivan was the uscoffeechampionships. and barista at Starbucks, barista from Boston, reminded them of their barista who represented org or follow U.S. Coffee highlights the skill it takes designed an exciting coffee favorite Orange County Philz Coffee in the Cup Championships page when it comes to manual and piña colada mix that coffee shop, Philz Coffee. Tasters event and ended on Facebook for regular brewing. “Doing different both shocked and delighted Philz Coffee is unique as it the event in 16th place. updates @uscoffeechamps manual brewing styles the judges with how well the brews your cup on the spot “It’s cool to see Philz being would be very difficult as the flavor combination worked with flavors individualized able to compete at such a technique is so important. out. by your choosing. “When high level. They deserve the You have to make sure to 8 Reviews February 28, 2020 Is Love Blind? Taylor Samec The contestants may only Oh, by the way, this all Arts Editor talk to the opposite sex when happens within 38 days. they enter an individual pod The hour-long reality show Netflix has a new series where they can speak through has many people talking, titled, “Love is Blind,” which a wall that is separating them. including senior, Hailey O’Neil. takes on a new style of dating. Once the couples find someone “The show is crazy, I could The series premiered on Thurs. they feel they have formed an not even imagine accepting a Feb. 13, with five episodes. emotional bond with, they have proposal from someone I barely Netflix released the next five the opportunity to get engaged. met and marrying them less episodes on Thurs. Feb. 20, and The man can propose to the than a month later,” said O’Neil. the final five episodes yesterday, woman, and if she accepts, they She also compared the Netflix Feb. 27. The show is unique finally get to meet in person. series to another crazy dating and different because it puts 30 However, the show does not series, “‘Love is Blind’ reminds single men and women into one end there. After the engagement, me of the show, ‘Married at First house, but separate rooms so the couple gets to go on a Sight,’ where the couples first see the men and women cannot see romantic getaway to Mexico each other when the bride walks each other. where they can experience some down the aisle.” The new dating show is alone time and form a deeper With spring break finally hosted by Nick and Vanessa bond. After the luxurious trip, beginning, the timing of the Lachey, who give the directions they come back to reality and entire series of “Love is Blind” of this love experiment to the live in the same apartment to being released could not be contestants and viewers in the see if they can handle living more perfect. If students are first few minutes of the first together in the real world. Last, looking for an entertaining, new episode. The purpose of this there is a where the show to watch, spending the show is to discover if love is couple will become husband break binge-watching “Love is blind, can people fall for each and wife officially. Blind” may be the ideal activity. other without knowing what they look like? Curry Up and check You suck at out this restaurant cooking, but you now! don't have to

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The Saag Paneer prepare delicious dishes in a to create comedy. This is most offered a savory vegetarian simple yet entertaining manner. often shown with food being alternative that was drenched in The videos mirror other thrown against the wall for it to creamy spinach. And I’d liken cooking channels by starting come back chopped and ready devouring the Naan bread to with listing the ingredients to be cooked. having a supportive parent at a soccer game. You didn’t know then takes you through each The videos uploaded are also step of the recipe. However, easy to follow, especially with the Photo above: Karol Bagh Kitty ; (Right to Left) Naan bread, Saag you needed it until it was there to Paneer, Daal Lentos, Tikka Masala, Salsa, Papera, and Mango with Buttermilk hold everything. The Daal Lentils his channel is unique in its slow pace and on screen written included were much like the vegetable you delivery. There is a sense of self- instructions along the way. They always saved last as a kid, but did awareness that translates itself give plenty of explanation on into comedy even with its name how to make filling dinners like Miylan Eubanks, Finding this restaurant, I not mind eating once you had it. It was well-seasoned and easy to “You Suck At Cooking” and its chili to fancy desserts to show Staff Writer stumbled inside not knowing what to expect only to find that Curry detect as a saturated source of theme song lyrics “You suck at off to your family during breaks protein. Finally came the mango cooking, yeah, you totally suck.” like lemon blueberry scones. On Jan., 29, Curry Up, Now Up, Now is not your average Joe smoothie. It was very thick and “You Suck At Cooking” Videos are uploaded to celebrated their grand opening Blow of an Indian restaurant. The had a well balanced variation of uploaded its first episode on YouTube every Tuesday and in the Irvine Spectrum. The menu embraces different cultures, sweet and tart. Jan. 13, 2015. 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Curry Up, Now offers a dining people who filled the tables and I highly recommend taking Irvine Spectrum offers a experience that is truly one of a served in the kitchen was just as a look at this channel if the widely diverse selection of food kind. It is very kid friendly and and entertainment. Curry Up, diverse. “It was a culturally eye- cafeteria is closed or you just opening experience. I did know affordable. This place is a perfect Now fits right into this category. spot for a night out with a group want to try something new. Scan The restaurant has a very open from the start that I would enjoy the QR code below to be sent to myself so much,” said Isaiah of friends or a casual date night. environment, surrounded by For more information visit their YouTube channel home vibrant colors and an upbeat Martinez, freshman. screen or look up “You Suck At The dish that I sampled was Yelp.com atmosphere. 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