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T e wSINCEl 1935 April 11, 2019 thecowl.com Co Vol. LXXXIII No. 23 Cheat Codes Rocks Spring Concert

by Anne DeLello ’20 A&E Staff ON CAMPUS

Cheat Codes is a name that has recently become more and more well-known, particularly on college campuses. The EDM group is made up of three members, KEVI, Trevor Dahl, and Matthew Russel, and is taking the pop world by storm. This past Saturday, students flocked to the Peterson Recreation Center to watch Cheat Codes perform live. The event was organized by the Board of Programmers (BOP), who never disappoint when it comes to a spring concert. Cheat Codes was predated by the EDM group Galantis at last year’s spring concert and The Chainsmokers two years ago. BOP seems to have found a genre that satisfies the majority.

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LAURA CHADBOURNE '19/THE COWL Cheat Codes performed in Peterson on Saturday, April 6. Over 2,000 students attended as the group played their EDM mixes.

Mary Baskerville ’22 Finishes First Season Strong

by Thomas Zinzarella ’21 ’22 stated. “We knew that this year Sports Staff we wanted to be the start of an era ATHLETICS FEATURE that would begin to do things that have not been done in a while.” Baskerville was just one of the “Take every day to become better six players to join Crowley’s squad as a whole.” That was one of the this year. However, the first sport main goals that Providence College the 6’3” forward came across was Women’s Basketball Head Coach track and field. Baskerville ran Jim Crowley preached to his players for the Hershey Track and Field throughout the 2018-2019 season. organization where she competed This season for the Providence in the 100 and 200-meter dashes and College Women’s Basketball Team the long jump event. Baskerville has been one filled with exceeding first picked up basketball from her expectations. older sister. Coming into this season, the “Anything she did, I wanted to Friars were tabbed to finish ninth do too. Once we were able to play in the Big East preseason poll. “We basketball together I would only wanted to prove that we deserved play if she played with me.” Baskerville faces off against Xavier University on January 20. CAMERON VILLARUEL '21/THE COWL higher than that,” Mary Baskerville Women's Basketball/ Page 24

Providence College’s Student-Run Newspaper Since 1935 UNDERtheHOOD Opinion Sports News 2 News Opinion 6 Find out more about Writer vs. Writer: Which is better, Former Friar Ernie DiGregorio A&E 11 the end of Father Alumni Hall or Eaton Street Café? ’73 is inducted into the Photography 15 Shanley, O.P.,'s tenure at PC. National Collegiate Hall Portfolio 18 of Fame. Page 2 Page 7 Page 25 Sports 24 Page 2 News April 11, 2019 Addressing Father Shanley’s Announcement Presidential Term for Shanley Comes to an End in 2020

by Kyle Burgess ’21 “had been counting” on Fr. Shanley’s fourth term more appealing to prospective and current students,” News Co-Editor to materialize so that PC may continue to see Yungwirth explained. “These are things for which extraordinary advances in the world of higher the Providence College community can truly be ON CAMPUS education. grateful.” “Father Shanley has enjoyed unwavering, and More information regarding the succession process In an email addressed to the Providence College nearly unanimous support of the Board of Trustees, is expected to be shared by the Board of Trustees in community on March 29, President Fr. Brian J. and, as such, the Board was deeply disappointed the coming weeks. Shanley, O.P., announced that he will not be in the Provincial’s decision," explained Ann returning to serve as college president following the Manchester-Molak, vice president for external conclusion of his current tenure on June 30, 2020. affairs, marketing, and board relations. "However, This decision came following a February Board the Provincial is Fr. Shanley’s religious superior, of Trustees meeting in which the Board Affairs and he has the authority to decide whether or not Committee recommended that Fr. Shanley be given to make Fr. Shanley available for another term. As a fourth consecutive five-year term as president of a Dominican Friar, Fr. Shanley has sworn a vow of the College. obedience, which he is bound to accept. When an However, Fr. Shanley’s Provincial, the Very institution is affiliated with a religious order, changes Reverend Kenneth Letoile, O.P., decided against like this are often inevitable.” such a proposition this past Monday, informing Fr. The Board of Trustees was not alone in recognizing Shanley that he would not be eligible to return as the impact that Fr. Shanley made on the College president following his current tenure. during his three terms of office. Fr. Peter Martyr In response, the Board of Trustees issued its Yungwirth, O.P., chaplain of PC, praised his fellow own statement on the matter, explaining that they Dominican for his contributions to the College and were “deeply disappointed in this decision.” The student body at large. Board stated Father Shanley’s time in office was “Father Shanley’s work with athletics and transformational, with many new buildings being refashioning the Big East, his expansion of the built on campus and the enjoyment of immense network of buildings on campus, and his efforts to success in the College’s capital campaigns since he continue to develop the prestige of the school have PHOTO COURTESY OF NEWS.PROVIDENCE.EDU took the position in 2005. all led to increased support from donors, which in Fr. Shanley, O.P. has served three terms as president In addition, the Board made it known that they turn have helped create a beautiful campus which is of PC. A Better Understanding of International Diplomacy MOAS Class Travels to Washington D.C.

by Max Waite ’21 John Riccio ’19. This delegation of 10 similar to bills that you would see Though the MOAS simulation is News Staff students, which is composed of five at the real Organization of American not a competition, the Friars passed committees with two representatives States, the organization which the three out of five resolutions relating ON CAMPUS each, was assigned to represent St. students were simulating. to journalistic freedom, clean energy, Lucia at this year’s conference. Riccio stated, “These resolutions and protecting political minorities. This past week, 10 Providence Throughout the semester, these are designed to identify key Despite the action-packed days College students in the Model hard working students spent their challenges related to certain topics spent at the simulation, the Organization of American States time in class researching St. Lucia, and propose creative and pragmatic delegation of PC students was able (MOAS) political science class a small, developing state impacted solutions which all member states to find some time to enjoy the local travelled to Washington, D.C. for by problems such as sustainable in the region can apply. The goal food of Washington D.C, explore the their headline simulation. development, climate change, and is to get your resolution passed, monuments, and even got to meet Accompanied by Dr. Casey security with limited resources from which requires a simple majority of the St. Lucian Minister Counselor to Stevens, the 10 students who its tourist economy. votes from member states after it is the OAS, Mrs. E. Juliet Mallet Phillip, represented the College were Peter The MOAS simulation provides formally debated in the committee.” at the St. Lucian Embassy. Rindfuss ’20, Emili Castro Rodriquez students with an idea of how Specifically, the delegation focused As part of the week’s itinerary, the ’21, Madison Clark ’19, Cierra diplomacy works and how to find on topics related to St. Lucia’s foreign students attended a delegate dance Duclos ’20, Christopher Iadeluca creative resolutions to problems in policy goals, particularly freedom of where they had a chance to interact ’21, Megan McGunigle ’19, Rachael the world today. press, food security, climate change, with fellow students from other Minassian ’19, Maya Neski ’21, Tara To prepare for the conference, the and political minority rights. schools attending the simulation, Noble ’20, Caroline Olsen ’19, and delegation wrote draft resolutions The delegation did more than just and got to learn a few new moves on debate the proposed solution. Clark the dance floor from Latin American said, “In the general committee, students. where I was working as a secretary, In all the excitement of the we had to respond to a randomized week, Clark expressed her favorite crisis scenario brought before our moment: “Everybody there is so committee and we had to work open and excited to talk to you that it together in order to provide a is very easy to make connections and successful solution to the problem.” friends. I have friends that I have PC was accompanied by 26 other met at the model who I speak to on a schools at the MOAS spanning regular basis that I find myself very across the country, and into foreign close to, so the connections that can countries such as Argentina, be made at the model are amazing.” Venezuela, Bolivia, Canada, Riccio stated, “Without a doubt, Colombia, and Mexico. my favorite aspect of the trip was The atmosphere of the simulation being able to spend time with my tended to be lively and intense classmates at dinners, excursions, at times, with lots of different and the delegate dance, and really get ideas being tossed around at the to know them all. My co-delegates Crystal City Marriott. Riccio said, are some of the most talented, “Personally, I think maintaining good creative, passionate, and personable diplomacy and a consistent attitude people I’ve met during my four years was the biggest challenge of the at PC, and they are the reason that I conference as it was easy to become will always smile when I look back PHOTO COURTESY OF PICRYL.COM rattled in the face of opposition and on this trip.” PC students met with various colleges in the nation's capital. procedural limitations.” April 11, 2019 NEWS The Cowl 3 Discussing the Effects of Anti-Semitism Dr. Roger Brooks Recognizes the Work of Rev. Edward Doyle

by Alexandra Huzyk ’20 people in opposition to these beliefs News Staff were not numerous enough to change the course of history. ON CAMPUS Reflecting on these historical events, Brooks claimed that every individual On Monday, April 8, a special must take action to fight against event was held to commemorate Rev. hatred. Rev. Doyle’s way to continue Edward P. Doyle, O.P. his fight against intolerance, and to Commonly referred to as, “Our prompt global and interreligious Dominican Liberator,” Rev. Doyle dialogue, was to donate his collection was a professor of both theology and of documentation. philosophy at Providence College, Brooks believes that we can and was called to serve as an Army incorporate this fight into our Chaplain and Captain during World everyday life, saying, “the next time War II. you hear a joke that is anti-Semitic, Having donated to the College racist, or discriminatory, challenge a collection of personal papers and yourself to be an Upstander. Do the photographs from his experiences work that Father Doyle called you in Germany, featured presenter Dr. here for.” Roger Brooks, president and CEO of Concluding the event, Dr. Brooks Facing History and Ourselves, sought invited PC students Jacqueline to explain the significance of Rev. Michels ’19 and Ann Kleinschmidt ’19 Doyle’s contribution and legacy. to discuss the impact that Rev. Doyle In 1945, Rev. Doyle and others has had on their lives. Both students helped to liberate the Nazi had drawn from Rev. Doyle’s archives concentration camp in Nordhausen, for their academic work; a testament Germany. While tending to people to the ongoing impact of Father around him, Rev. Doyle documented PHOTO COURTESY OF RABBIAVISHAFRAN.COM Doyle’s legacy. what he saw with a Brownie camera. Children stand by a barbed wire fence in Auschwitz, a WWII German concentration camp. “My dad is Jewish, so learning Upon returning back to the United about the Holocaust was learning States, Rev. Doyle resumed his role Doyle sought to expose the events of again.” about my family’s cultural history,” as a professor at the College and history and cultivate dialogue. Unfortunately, since the Holocaust, said Michels. eventually taught at a number of Brooks stated that there are multiple there have been a number of massacres As for the most inspiring element other institutions. ways to know things. The first being and genocides. Brooks cited violence of Rev. Doyle’s work, Michels said In 1996, shortly before Rev. Doyle’s a surface knowledge of facts, and the against political and religious groups that it was, “his emphasis on hope and death, he donated his documentation second being a deeper understanding in Rwanda, Serbia, and Myanmar. how when we study the Holocaust we during the war to PC, which is now that comes from experience. He asserted that even though the cannot lose hope.” held in the Philips Memorial Library. Brooks asserted that this second saying, “Never again,” has been Kleinschmidt recalled a particular Jane Lunin Perel ’15, Professor type of knowledge is what Rev. promulgated, there still exists hatred article in which Rev. Doyle had found Emerita, recalled Rev. Doyle coming Doyle wanted for generations of PC and discrimination in the modern out about D-Day, having gotten down to her office and entrusting her with students to come “so that they might world. on his knees amongst a diverse crowd the safekeeping of his work. understand as if these experiences “People make choices, and choices of soldiers and praying together in “Rev. Doyle wanted to make sure were their own.” make history,” stated Brooks. “We their respective faiths. that Providence College students The third type of knowledge, first need to face history, and then we “Chaplains are doctors of the soul,” would always know that the Holocaust Brooks said, is a deeper wisdom that need to face ourselves.” said Kleinschmidt. As a future medical happened,” began Brooks. As a shapes an individual. This can be seen He emphasized that not everyone student, she said, “I am called to walk witness of the terrors of the Holocaust in the statement that has arisen from was an anti-Semite in Germany during with people wherever they are in their and the heroism of the liberators, Rev. the tragedies of the Holocaust, “Never the reign of Hitler, but the amount of lives, just as Rev. Doyle did.” Relay for Life Returns to PC

There will be several moments throughout the name, and they will be lit up around the track by Julia Acquavita ’22 event that honor fearless cancer survivors as well with a purple glow stick to honor your loved one. News Staff as a luncheon for survivors following a survivor According to executive member Lauren Minerva lap around the track. ’19, the club has currently raised $39,819.05, only ON CAMPUS The club also plans to honor those who have lost $1,180.95 away from their goal of $41,000. their battle or are still fighting during a luminaria This upcoming event, with all its activities, Providence College’s Colleges Against Cancer’s ceremony at 3:30 p.m. food, and positivity, should be one to remember, biggest event of the year is almost here. Members Luminaria bags can be donated in someone’s so be sure to stop by and help fight against cancer. of the club are getting excited as Relay for Life is less than a week away, and it all begins this Sunday. As many know, Relay For Life is a fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. It is an 8-hour event where participants walk around the track to raise money towards finding a cure for cancer. The event at PC will take place on the Smith Lawn on Sunday, April 14 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. In case of rain, the event will be held in the Peterson Recreation Center. According to members from the Colleges Against Cancer Executive Board, this event will be filled with entertainment, food, and friends all coming together to fight against cancer. Performances from the A capella clubs and the dance clubs on campus will take place, along with relay races and lawn games throughout the event. Food from PVDonuts, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Ronzio’s Pizza and Subs, as well as baked goods will be sold. All the proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. Lastly, raffles will be offered that include the chance to win Red Sox tickets and a signed basketball from the PC Men’s Basketball Team. PC's Relay for Life will be held on April 14. PHOTO COURTESY OF FACEBOOK.COM/PCUPALLNIGHT 4 The Cowl NEWS April 11, 2019 Featured Friar: Stephanie Amefia ’19 Learning to Prioritize Health and Fitness With a Hectic Schedule

by Hannah Langley ’21 lifestyle,” she said. News Co-Editor Amefia’s mission is to help inspire body image positivity and encourage people to love FEATURED FRIAR themselves. “I used to eat anything,” Amefia said while talking about what inspired her to begin Between academics, extra curricular activities, this journey. “I remember when I started my leadership responsibilities, and maintaining a fitness journey, I used to scroll on social media healthy lifestyle, finding a balance can sometimes wishing I could look like those influencers I saw. be a challenge for many college students. Stephanie I had to remind myself to be realistic . . . work for Amefia ’19 is an example of a Providence College the body I want and love the person I am.” student who has been able to successfully achieve She continued, saying, “Even if I may not look all of this. like [other] influencers, as long as I am healthy As a Pawtucket, Rhode Island native, Amefia and consistently working hard on myself, I am wasn’t sure if she would come to PC, but after good enough.” visiting, she immediately knew this was where Following graduation, Amefia hopes to she wanted to spend her next four years. “The establish an actual fitness brand called Steph into community here spoke louder to me more than Fitness to try and reach not only PC students, but anything,” she stated. college students everywhere, in order to inspire Going into her freshman year, Amefia was them to live healthier lifestyles. Currently, her excited to get involved, saying how she was plan for Steph into Fitness is for it to include extremely active in groups such as Motherland workout programs, meal plans, and motivational Dance Group, events such as the Afro-Am Fashion tips to help college students begin their own Show, and several intramural teams. fitness journey. PHOTO COURTESY OF STEPHANIE AMEFIA '19 While Amefia is still involved in these clubs, her Since Amefia is finishing up her career at PC, Amefia '19 plans to continue working on her brand after current dedication and responsibilities as a senior she reflected on how much she has learned and graduation. lie elsewhere. As a marketing and management the experiences she has gained through the PC give to both current and future PC students, double major, she not only has a heavy course community. When asked what advice she would some of Amefia’s biggest pieces of advice were load, but also an internship that takes up much to have fun, get an education, take care of your of her time. mind, body, and soul, make friends with people One of Amefia’s biggest passions and of different ethnicities and races, go off-campus achievements during her college career has more, and get involved without pushing your been creating her own Instagram fitness page, limits. @steph_into_fitness. Created in March 2018, While Amefia has many people she would like Amefia originally created the account to inspire to thank, she wanted to recognize Professor Janet herself to begin her own fitness journey, as well Letourneau, practitioner faculty in marketing. as to show her struggles and learning in order “Not only did she teach me marketing,” Amefia to hopefully inspire others who were also trying said, “but she also taught me life lessons that I to become healthier. Her account has been active will continue to use for the rest of my life.” for just over a year now and currently has nearly As a Residence Assistant, she would also like 1,300 followers. “My goal,” Amefia said, “is to to thank her residents, both past and present, as reach more people, ultimately to inspire and they have made her job easier and allowed her motivate them to begin a journey of their own.” to be there for them, as well as Joseph Gemma, Amefia talked about all the positive feedback assistant dean of undergraduate studies, and she has received surrounding her account and Eileen Wisnewski, former director of the center for how happy she is to have inspired so many people career education and professional development. so far. “I want to be able to tell college students PHOTO COURTESY OF STEPHANIE AMEFIA '19 Amefia closed, saying, “I would like to thank that regardless of our busy schedules . . . we can Amefia '19 hopes to help college students look at God for blessing me with the opportunity to be a still take time to exercise and maintain a healthy health and fitness from a positive perspective. part of the Providence College family.” Students Encouraged to Shop Locally BOP Holds Friar Flea Market

by Matthew Mazzella '20 the New England area for students out and going forward I’m hoping enjoyed the opportunity to shop for News Staff to sample and shop. for next year to even bring in some such unique items. The leader of this event was Corrie of our own talented PC students to Traverse was very satisfied with ON CAMPUS Traverse ’20, who has run the event sell their own products!” the number of students who came for two years now. Traverse shared There was a great variety of by to experience the event and In what was an action-packed her excitement about the event and vendors this year, including Augusta considers the market a huge success. weekend for the Providence College was very pleased with the way it Street Kitchen, Frey Florist, Colonel’s Matthew Williams ’22 was a Board of Programmers (BOP), the turned out this year. Collectables, Skvngr's Hoard huge fan of the event and took full Social Committee hosted its second When asked about the flea market, Jewelry, Good Fibes, and a Friar advantage of the great vendors on annual “Friar Flea” in the Slavin Traverse explained, “My goal was favorite, Nitro Cart, a local nitrogen campus. Williams spoke about his Atrium this past Friday, April 5 from to get as many local vendors and coffee company in Providence. experience, stating, “As a freshman, I 2-5 p.m. artisans to campus to give students a With such great companies look to participate in a lot of campus The event, which was organized sample of what is available locally. I coming to campus, there was a big sponsored events. It was great to see by BOP, brought vendors from across was so happy with the way it turned turnout of Friars who came out and all the local companies that came to campus. My favorite part was getting lunch from Augusta Street Kitchen. The food was amazing. What a way to start off the weekend!” The event was not only a big hit, but it has solidified its place in Friartown for years to come. The hope now is to get more PC students involved as vendors, selling some of their own creative pieces at events in the coming years. This event gave students a taste of some of the hidden gems in the area, encouraging students to venture off campus and take advantage of the various shops Providence and the surrounding New England Good Fibes is a local company that makes fiber art products in Rhode Island. CAMERON VILLARUEL '21/THECOWL businesses have to offer. April 11, 2019 NEWS The Cowl 5 Bursting the PC Bubble Tourist Released After Kidnapping in Uganda

by Thomas Edwards ’20 News Staff WORLD NEWS

Last Tuesday, April 2, in Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park bordering the Congo, American tourist Kimberly Sue Endicott, Canadian tourists Martin and Barbel Jurrius, and their Congolese safari guide Jean-Paul Mirenge Remezo were held at gunpoint by four armed men, according to Ugandan police. “The unknown gunmen put the tourists on gunpoint, and grabbed two out of the four tourists, before disappearing with them,” read the official police statement. Martin and Barbel Jurrius were able to escape and get into contact with a camp manager. Using Endicott’s cell phone, the kidnappers were able to contact local authorities and demand a $500,000 ransom payment. The police believe the ransom to be the reason behind the kidnapping. According to Pam Lopez, a friend of Endicott, she had been planning this trip to Uganda for a while. Uganda Wildlife Authority spokesperson Bahir Hangi, stated, “This is a one-off incident, it’s an isolated incident. It is not something that happens regularly. It is not something that we are known for.” Because of this, Endicott, the other tourists, and the guide, had no reason to believe they were in any danger while out on the expedition. When word of Endicott’s situation reached PHOTO COURTESY OF COMMONS.WIKIMEDIA.ORG back home, her family was worried that nothing The flag of Uganda pictures a grey crowned crane, a bird only found in Uganda. would be done, as Secretary of State Mike Pompeo joined in the search for Endicott along with After the release of Endicott and Remezo, expressed that the U.S. has a long tradition of Ugandan police and military personnel. On President Trump has requested that Uganda not paying ransoms. “Please remember that any Sunday, April 7, Endicott and Remezo were find the captors to ensure the country is safe. payment to a terrorist or a terrorist regime gives found with their captors. Upon their discovery “Bring them to justice openly and quickly!” said money so that they can seize more of our people,” the ransom for their release was paid; however, the President in a tweet on Monday, April 8, said Pompeo in his statement. However, Endicott’s there is some confusion around who exactly paid adding that it is the only way “people will feel family, especially her cousin Rich Endicott, the ransom and how much of it had been paid. It safe in going there.” The Uganda Police issued a implored the government to save her life. has since been discovered that the entirety of the statement on Monday, April 8, reassuring visitors After Rich Endicott’s request to the U.S. ransom was paid, and Endicott and Remezo were of the safety of Uganda and expressing that they government, the Federal Bureau of Investigation freed in a negotiated handover. are searching for the criminals.

Cowl Correction: On the Photo Events page of the April 4, 2019 edition of The Cowl, a speaker at the "Returning to Basics" talk was misidentified as Archbishop Oscar Romero. The talk focused on saint and martyr Oscar Romero and the photo was of one of the speakers at the event. Congress Updates Margaret Mahoney ’21 Student Congress Publicity Eco-Rep Updates CONGRESS On Tuesday, April 9, 2019, Student Following this presentation, Congress welcomed Jim Rizzo, help members of Student Congress gave Madeline Stephen ’21 and Payton Morse ’20 desk manager from information a presentation on questioning the Eco-Representatives technology, to present on additional narrative surrounding Christopher security features they are adding to Columbus and addressesing the ENVIRONMENT student email accounts. continued suffering of Native The new security features will Americans as a result of Columbus’s include push notifications to actions. Join ECOPC and Eco-Reps on National Grid, and Frey’s Florist’s authenticate email sign-ins. These The members of Student Congress April 28 to celebrate Earth Day! Community Garden. features will be added to student then presented a piece of legislation The Earth provides a beautiful With tons of activities, you accounts by class year over the recommending the College recognize home for us all to live on, so help will not be bored at the event. summer. Indigenous People’s Day, instead of show your appreciation by coming There will also be pots to paint, Following the guest speakers, Columbus Day. The presenters stated to Slavin Lawn between 11 a.m.-3 bags to decorate, shirts to tie dye, Student Congress voted to approve that the goal of the piece is to rename p.m. to check out the festivities. and games to play. There will be a statement of position supporting the holiday to bring awareness There will be various groups environmental trivia where you a Faculty Senate bill that eliminates and education to the suffering of on campus who will be co- can win exciting prizes. If none of the core focus requirement for all indigenous people. sponsoring the event, including, those activities interest you, feel future classes, starting with the Following this discussion, members Campus Ministry, Gaelic Society, free to just come hang out with class of 2023. Following this vote, of Student Congress presented a Photo Club, Student Congress, the live band and enjoy a snack, members of Student Congress piece that makes new clubs eligible Outdoor Adventure Club, and the such as a vegan ice cream cone, presented a recommendation for for funding when they are approved American Marketing Association. popcorn, pizza, potato skins, hiring a permanent full-time Title IX by Student Congress. Following this There will also be outside groups healthy smoothies, and more. professional. presentation, the executive secretary coming to celebrate, such as the Come check out the hype for This piece of legislation also of Board of Multicultural Student Rhode Island Resource Recovery yourself on April 28. We hope to recommends that this position be Affairs (BMSA) presented on changes Corporation, Waste Management, see you there. filled by an individual that identifies to the BMSA Constitution that were as a woman. passed at the March 25 meeting. Page 6 Opinion April 11, 2019 McPhail’s 2.0 Bring the Excitement Back to McPhail’s

by Marie Sweeney ’20 Not only does McPhail’s serve alcoholic drinks With all of these options at hand, it seems obvious Opinion Staff ranging from $3-5 for 21+ students, but anyone can go to that any college student would make McPhail’s their CAMPUS McPhail’s to enjoy some of their $3 specialty milkshakes go-to spot on campus to hang out. with flavors ranging from classic vanilla to pumpkin McPhail’s is also a safe place for students to enjoy spice and nutella. Along with that, McPhail’s is always a bar atmosphere without having to travel far. This One very unique aspect of Providence College is serving free popcorn for everyone to come by and enjoy. removes the issue of spending money on Ubers or McPhail’s, the College’s very own on-campus bar Elizabeth Connor ’20 says, “McPhail’s is honestly walking around unsafe areas at night time to get a drink. where every student can hang out and 21+ students can very underrated for how awesome a place it is. I love Along with that, McPhail’s can become a place for even kick back and enjoy a beer without having to leave going to bingo on Thursday nights and now that I am students to socialize and feel a sense of community and the campus. 21, I love the fact that I can casually get a drink and Friar camaraderie right on campus. This will have a Although an on-campus bar seems enticing to make a night of it with my friends.” positive impact on campus culture if students make an most college students, McPhail’s is, for the most part, McPhail’s also offers several other fun activities that effort to attend and make McPhail’s the place to be. relatively empty unless there is an organized event or are open to all students, such as a stage, multiple TVs, Working together, the College and the student body gamewatch going on. PC students are lucky enough ping-pong tables, pool tables, shuffleboard, basketball, should make an effort to bring back the excitement to have a place like McPhail’s on campus and should and more. of McPhail’s that existed when it was first brought to make an effort to hang out there and socialize with campus. fellow students instead of hanging out in their residence Luckily, PC has realized the lack of student presence halls or off-campus houses. in McPhail’s and has begun to take the necessary steps Catherine Flugel ’20 explained, “I would totally go to improve it. During this academic year, the school has to McPhail’s more if people went there more frequently asked for student feedback and has been working to and if the scene was more exciting. But because not a lot implement the suggestions. of people go that often, I don’t usually go.” They have started to expand the food and drink A lot of students feel the same way as Flugel and menu and have begun to use more marketing tactics to only head over to McPhail’s for certain events such as bring students in. Their ultimate goal is to also consider BOP-sponsored events, other club events and meetings, physical changes that they can apply to the space. fundraising activities, game watches organized by However, the most important aspect is student Student Activities, and more. But on a regular afternoon involvement. Dean Gaffney stresses this and states, or evening, McPhail’s is almost completely empty and “Student feedback and input is critical. We need to sometimes even quiet enough for students to study. know what you want from McPhail’s.” Established in 2002, McPhail’s was created as a place It is important that PC students recognize how great for students to casually drink and enjoy time with their of an opportunity it is to have an on-campus bar and friends and other classmates. However, current students a place to socialize in a non-academic setting, and it are failing to help McPhail’s live up to its potential. should not be taken for granted. Do yourself and your According to Tiffany Gaffney, assistant dean of PHOTO COURTESY OF PROVIDENCE COLLEGE NEWS classmates a favor and head over to McPhail’s and be students, “McPhail’s was designed to be a space for $2 milkshakes on Wednesdays are one of McPhail’s sure to offer your feedback so the space can reach its students. If students are not using McPhail’s consistently, biggest draws, making Wednesday nights one of the fullest potential. it is wasted space and a wasted opportunity.” busiest of the week. Veritas: Be Proud of All Truths

by Elizabeth McGinn ’21 approval came only two weeks before Opinion Staff the event was set to take place, the CAMPUS two clubs were sent into a whirlwind trying to rescue their hard work. They later decided upon the name “Open Hearts” to emphasize the The motto of Providence College is community aspect, but merchandise Veritas, meaning truth. The search for was already made with the name “PC truth grounds education, community Proud,” resulting in a financial loss. interaction, and student life in a quest Additionally, Shepard organized a for knowledge. However, this truth only speaking engagement as part of the goes so far: it solely extends to beliefs celebrations featuring the president that align with Catholic teaching. of Rhode Island Pride. Again, the Last year, Stopping Homophobia, administration objected to this Eliminating Prejudice, and Restoring particular speaker as unlikely to Dignity (Shepard) and Board of align with Catholic beliefs. Programmers (BOP) hosted a week As the only club that represents celebrating PC’s LGBTQIAA+ the interests of the LGBTQIAA+ community on campus under population on campus, Shepard the name “PC Proud.” The event especially seeks to reconcile Catholic was a hit and gave a voice to an teachings with their own community. The week-long Open Hearts event, which was originally being CAMERON VILLARUEL ’21/THE COWL underrepresented portion of the The vice president of Shepard, organized under the name “PC Proud,” began on April 8. student population. The two clubs Jolssen Rodriquez ’21, stated that sex marriage. As a result, Shepard is promote arrogance or any sin; simply attempted to host the event again during events and planning, “We in a unique position of catering to a reclamation of one’s identity. While this year, but received backlash from have to remind ourselves a lot about the Catholic Church or protecting the Open Hearts week is a sweet name, the administration about its name. what the school’s mission is and how interests of LGBTQIAA+ students. it lacks the connotations and nuances After months of planning, the we can have these conversations As a college, PC has a wider of the original title. two clubs received news that the through that mission.” The unique obligation to the rights and wellbeing Rodriguez ’21 said, “Shepard administration objected to the use position of Shepard as the voice of their students. Censoring the name wants to amplify that voice that the of “Proud” in the name of the event. of a marginalized community in a of an event forfeits its duty to students community might not think they Administration took issue with Catholic college prohibits their full and also interferes with the College’s have, but they do.” In minimizing this particular naming of the event engagement with the campus by mission for Veritas. In the search for that voice, it also limits the autonomy, because Pride is an internationally fulfilling the missions of the College. truth, all access to all possible truths power, and acceptance of LGBTQIAA+ recognized organization whose Despite the best efforts of Shepard is critical for knowledge. students and allies alike. political agenda, namely the fight for to serve the LGBTQIAA+ community For a community that has been As a foundation of PC’s the legalization of gay marriage, goes through a Catholic lens, it comes at historically discriminated against, mission,Veritas should stand for all against Catholic teachings. a cost of their freedom. The Catholic being proud of their identity is truths, irrespective of religion. Even Because the notice from the Church traditionally protests against essential to empowerment and self- more importantly, PC should be College about the lack of official LGBTQIAA+ rights, including same- love and acceptance. It does not proud of all its incredible students. April 11, 2019 OPINION The Cowl 7 Writer vs. Writer Alumni Hall Food Court or Eaton Street Café?

by Bridget Blain ’19 encourages students and faculty to by Kelly Wheeler ’21 has Sandella’s inside of it. Sandella’s Opinion Staff sit down and take time to relax for a Opinion Staff offers an array of items that cannot ALUMNI HALL FOOD COURT moment, which can be really helpful EATON STREET CAFÉ be found at Alumni, such as delicious when the semester becomes stressful, flatbread pizzas and burritos. especially around midterms and The quesadillas at Sandella’s When Providence College students finals. One of the most polarizing debates are also a unique option, as they are asked about the best dining options For students with meal plans, the among students at Providence include chicken. This is a major perk on campus, the first options that most Take3 option at Alumni is also a great College erupts over whether Alumni for meat-lovers like me who feel likely come to mind are Raymond way to take a break from eating the Hall Food Court or Eaton Street Café disappointed by the protein-free Dining Hall and Alumni Hall Food same food every day at other places deserves to be called the premier quesadillas at Alumni. Court. Eaton Street Café is not likely to on campus. There are plenty of options dining facility on campus. Also, the Eaton Street Café offers be your first thought. available to satisfy whatever craving Although Alumni has a lot to offer, breakfast options, whereas the meals This is because the food and drinks you have at Alumni while the options like the convenient Take3 option and served at Alumni are limited to lunch offered at Alumni have more variety at Eaton Street Café are rather limited. the themed station, Eaton Street Café and dinner. Students can grab their than Eaton Street Café, and because Because there are not that many dining is ultimately worthier of the title. breakfast sandwiches in between Alumni is more conveniently located. options on campus, variety is crucial. The variety of foods available at their morning classes, or they can Alumni gives students the opportunity When it comes down to it, the social Eaton Street Café simply can’t be even enjoy one at nighttime if they to take a break from the repetition atmosphere that Alumni provides beat. Not only does it have a grill are craving breakfast for dinner. of the food provided at other dining and its various food options make it menu from which students can enjoy Eaton Street Café also has a late- options on campus, which makes it the best option for getting food on burgers, chicken sandwiches, and night window open between 10 p.m. much more preferable and popular campus. steak and cheeses, but the café also and 2 a.m. on Thursdays through among PC students. Saturdays. This is very convenient One of the reasons Alumni is for students who get hungry while preferred by students is its location, staying up late to study or socialize. especially for students who live on Also, Alumni is closed on Sundays, campus. Slavin Center is a popular so their hours of operations are spot to either do homework or relax much more limited than those of with friends, so it is convenient to Eaton Street Café. get a meal at Alumni while you are Finally, another advantage Eaton there as well. For students who do Street Café has over Alumni is that not have any classes in the Arthur F. it has some grocery items available and Patricia Ryan Center for Business for purchase. This allows students Studies, it is not likely that they will to buy things like eggs or milk right go out of their way to go to Eaton here on campus instead of having to Street Café. venture off campus to do so. Eaton Street Café does not provide Although Alumni is a very strong the same type of atmosphere that contender, there are countless Alumni does. You can’t go to Eaton reasons why Eaton Street Café Street Café and sit in a booth with prevails over Alumni in the fight for all of your friends like you can at The Alumni Hall Food Court is located on upper campus, BRIANNA COLLETTI ’21/THE COWL the title of the best dining option on Alumni. The atmosphere of Alumni while Eaton Street Café is on lower campus. campus. Calling For a More Inclusive Curriculum Letter to by Savannah Plaisted ’20 populations of people and conversion are large Opinion Staff components, thus the College may see that same idea CAMPUS as one of their missions to an extent. the Editor: PC does offer services to those who would like to convert and complete as many sacraments as they can Upon coming to Providence College, students are at this age, which is brilliant for those who would like told that their religious affiliation or lack thereof is to do so. not a necessary component to attend. They are told It is very clear that coming from a nonreligious that they can participate in PC’s religious services or perspective, the social component of going to a decide not to, and the only thing they are required religiously affiliated school is not an issue, as most to do is take two theology courses to fulfill the core. people on campus are not judgmental and tend to Now, the concept of not having to attend any sort of keep their beliefs close and personal, which is greatly services or religious events is, of course, true; however, appreciated by those that do not associate with a what the College fails to tell students is that said religion. I was delighted to see the lead story on the theology courses must be “through a Christian lens.” However, the College not only imposes their front page of the March 21 Cowl about Millie When beginning to look into one’s options for Catholic beliefs via their options in classes, they also Paladino ’19. Our high caliber and often world theology cores, someone who isn’t Catholic may place crucifixes in the lobbies of every dorm hall. class runners receive far too little recognition be drawn to something like The Church and Major It is completely understandable and valid to place on our basketball-crazed campus. The story World Religions course, but after further analysis, crucifixes and images of icons in classrooms, given and its placement reminded me of the Cowl one will find that even this course is taught through that they are academic buildings associated more issue that was published 50 years ago, in the a Christian lens. closely with the College. spring of 1979. The front-page lead story was Not only should the theology department make On the other hand, placing them in the buildings about an altercation in the cafeteria involving edits to their curriculum, but the DWC department where students live is less appealing given that not a PC basketball player’s threatening someone. should do the same, given that on many teams, everyone living in those buildings appreciates them In the same issue, buried on the back page in there is little to no mention of religions other than in the same way, and those buildings should feel like the lower left-hand corner was a story that Catholicism while studying “Western Civilization.” home to them. took up a scant few inches: “John Treacy Wins Most teams get to decide what they teach, yet Not only was it very uncomfortable to come back Second Cross Country World Championship.” oftentimes they choose to stick to Catholicism. from spring break to see that more crucifixes had been John was a PC student in the mid-1970s and is Some students have even shared experiences of placed on each floor of Suites Hall, but there were also the brother of our renowned coach Ray Treacy. having no mention of any other religion, which is postcards inserted under each person’s door calling for The contrast between the coverage of the two simply wrong given that excluding parts of history is prayers. Cowl stories about a PC runner requires no not the proper way to teach it. When coming into dorm buildings, everyone elaboration. My thanks to the Cowl editors for Accordingly, in order to teach Catholicism properly should feel welcomed and accepted regardless of their giving our illustrious runners the recognition in the first place, professors should be more inclined to beliefs, and religious ornaments being hung up does they deserve. teach the religion objectively so as to allow their own not allow all students to feel that way. students to decide what they believe in, rather than With that, the College should strongly consider Michael D. Spiegler imposing their own beliefs on their students. removing religious paraphernalia from their dorm Professor of Psychology It is not acceptable for professors to grade students buildings and should also look to teach their core according to their own beliefs either; students should not classes from a more objective perspective. have to alter the way they write for more conservative College is a hard enough transition as it is—it professors just to receive an A on a paper. should not be made harder by attending a school After learning about the missions of the Church, where not all students feel completely accepted. it is very clear that attempting to reach greater JAY WILLETT ’20/THE COWL 8 The Cowl OPINION April 11, 2019 Providence College’s Student-Run Newspaper Since 1935 Publisher: Kristine Goodwin “No More” Moments Co-Publisher: Dr. Steven A. Sears year as it horrifies many students. Before Associate Editor-in-Chief of The Cowl to Advisor: Richard F. Kless writing this, I went around and asked my successor. members of the senior class why they There has been an assortment of our Journalism Consultant: Michael Pare are so afraid to graduate, and I received own “no more” moments and each are

Editor-in-Chief: Taylor Godfrey ’19 responses such as: “I don’t want to go into unique to our experience at PC, however, the real world,” “I don’t have a job,” “I there is another word us seniors need to Associate Editor-in-Chief: Abigail don’t have a place to live,” “I will have to remember, and it is not graduation. The Czerniecki ’19 share a room with my 13-year-old sister,” word I am referring to is commencement, Managing Editor: Tom Tobin ’19 “I will have to make new friends and they and I guarantee many will look at that have to be as crazy as me,” “I won’t be word and think graduation or end, Social Media Curator: Jamie Warren ’19 able to avoid responsibility,” “No more but commencement actually means News Co-Editor: Hannah Langley ’21 by Abigail Czerniecki ’19 Whiskey Thursdays,” and my personal beginning. News Co-Editor: Kyle Burgess ’21 Associate Editor-in-Chief favorite, “I’m terrible at everything and The commencement ceremony, which just want to nap.” is the last time the class of 2019 will be Opinion Co-Editor: Hannah Paxton ’19 EDITOR’S COLUMN Opinion Co-Editor: Andrea Traietti ’21 These responses were not shocking, in together, is an opportunity to recognize Opinion Co-Editor: Katherine Torok ’20 fact, they are all quite normal. This time the beginning of something new we are of year, everything is beginning to wind all about to take on. For some of us, it will Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor: Patrick Throughout second semester, the down as the semester comes to a close, be the beginning of a new job or even, Fuller ’21 Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor: Sara Providence College seniors have been but for the senior class, once this year for you brave souls out there, attending Conway ’21 reminded day after day that graduation concludes there will be several of those another school and receiving a masters Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor: Kerry is quickly approaching. Students in “no more” activities. degree. Torpey ‘20 the class of 2019 have been gearing up Throughout the course of this year, Although this is the last editorial I Portfolio Co- Editor: Connor and preparing for post-graduation life. I have experienced several small “no will write for The Cowl, and my days Zimmerman ’20 However, as some of us are learning, in more” moments. Once second semester here at PC are numbered, the moments Portfolio Co-Editor: Julia Zygiel ’19 began, I completed my art minor I thought would be “no more” will Asst. Portfolio Editor: Elizabeth McGinn order for post-grad life to happen, we ’21 must do this thing called “graduate.” exhibition, my collegiate swim career in begin again but this time at a different Graduation is a word that many of February, my student teaching in April, place, with different people, and as an Sports Co-Editor: Meaghan Cahill ’20 us have avoided saying since freshman and I will soon hand over this position as alumna of PC. Sports Co-Editor: Jack Belanger ’21 Photography Co-Editor: Nicholas Crenshaw ’20 Photography Co-Editor: Laura Chadbourne ’20 Photography Co-Editor: Nora Johnson ’20 Tangents Tirades Annie Shelley ’19 & Head Copy Editor: Asst. Head Copy Editor: Courtney Day ’19 Junior Head Copy Editor: Madeline Friar Fun EDM is Not Us. We. Together. Burns ’20 Copy Editors: Hope Allard ’22, Karlene Cleaning. Campus. Cudak ’19, John Duffy ’20, Hannah Echo In the Sun Music to My Ears ’19, Elizabeth Gleason ’21, CJ McCartin ’20, Kathleen Moore ’20, Tuyenhan Nguyen ’22, Nicole Patano ’22, Grace I am sure many have noticed that Year after year, the Board of After a few windy days, the Sherlog ’22, Megan Stuart ’19, Olivia spring has come a little earlier than Programmers (BOP) announces Providence College campus is Walsh ’19 normal this year. The grass is getting another EDM (electronic dance music) showing signs of wear and tear. Posters greener with each passing day, and artist for the Spring Concert. Year after litter the sidewalks, poking up through Disclaimer flower buds are peeping through the year many rock, pop, country, and rap the foliage, with other trash scattered The opinions and positions expressed in ground, ready to bloom. With all these fans acquiesce to social pressure and about. The Cowl do not necessarily represent those of positive changes in the weather, it is buy another Spring Concert ticket. To make matters worse, hundreds Providence College or The Cowl’s staff, and the safe to say that the weather has had the While EDM is indubitably a genre of students walk by litter every hour, content of advertisements do not necessarily communicate endorsement by the College or same effect on our spirits. of music that requires tremendous doing nothing about it. The Cowl’s staff. Just a couple of weekends ago, there talent and creativity, the genre appeals Sure, one does not necessarily want was a Saturday that was sunny and to a niche fan base on campus, thus the to get their hands dirty, but with the Letter/Guest Submission Policy 63 degrees. It was nearly impossible Spring Concert selections fail to appeal multitude of bathrooms on campus, The Cowl welcomes guest opinions and letters to the editor from members of the to find anyone in their dorms. All the to the majorities of the student body. soap and water are not exactly hard to Providence College community and outside quads and lawn space throughout Moreover, despite the artistic value come by. contributors. All submissions must include of EDM music, EDM artists frankly the writer’s name, signature, a phone number, campus were filled. Some could be It is not like students need to spend and an email address where he or she can be found with a blanket and a book, make for poor concert experiences hours searching for trash. Simply reached. Letters should be no more than 250 others with a baseball and a glove. as they lack the energy of true live taking the time to stop and dispose of words in length and will be printed as space permits. Guest commentaries should be limited Regardless of how you decided to music, considering the fact there are no litter in the appropriate receptacle goes to 500 words in length, and only one will be spend the time outside, the feeling of instruments or live singers performing a long way. published per week. The Cowl reserves the community had never been stronger. in the show. The aesthetic of our campus very right to edit articles for grammar. Submissions must be emailed to The Cowl office no later People played music loud enough so Ultimately, EDM shows serve as much reflects the whole student body, than 9 ­­­p.m. on the Sunday before publication. that everyone could enjoy it. If your glorified DJs rather than live musical not just those hired to help sculpt and We do not print previously published articles. artists. Email responses to commentary@thecowl. friend tossed the football a little too take care of the landscape. com, and remember a guest submission is only far and you had to run after it, chances To that end, it would serve as a better Do we want to be seen by visitors an email away. are a kind stranger picked it up to give use of funds for BOP to save the money as students who do not care about our Accuracy Watch back to you before you had the chance they would spend on an EDM artist campus, or are we going to be known The Cowl is committed to accuracy and to get there. and either hire a DJ instead and invest for looking after even the smallest carefully checks every article that goes into print to ensure that the facts are presented It is little things like this, days like the excess funds into other events or of details so that all can enjoy this clearly and truthfully. If you find an error in this, where Friartown friendliness hire multiple indie artists of numerous campus? any article, please email the Editor-in-Chief genres for the cost of the single EDM at [email protected]. Corrections will be really shines through and makes you As we move into the warmer printed as necessary. proud to be a Friar. artist and establish a small Providence months, with the flowers and trees Advertising Of course, that is not to say that College music festival as a means returning to their blossomed states, Contact The Cowl with advertising requests rainy days will be the same. People of music discovery for the student it is important to remember that and questions at [email protected] or, tend to let the weather reflect their body and give them a true live music keeping the campus clean is a shared if necessary, via telephone at 401-865-2214. Visit www.thecowl.com/advertise for rates, mood for the day. But maybe that is experience. responsibility that does not ask much publication dates, and other information about just another incentive to hold out hope The Spring Concert experience of us, just that we are conscious and advertising with The Cowl. We reserve the right should be richer than merely listening to to decline any advertisement at any time for for the sunshine. actively work to remove the litter that any reason. We reserve the right to label an an electronically generated potpourri of can be found here at PC. advertisement with the word “Advertisement” —Katherine Belbusti ’22 pop song remixes, as this wave of EDM when, in our judgment, this action is necessary to clearly distinguish between editorial concerts is depriving the PC students of —Joshua Chlebowski ’21 material and advertising. the true beauty of live music. Subscriptions Subscription rate for a weekly issue by mail —Alyssa Cohen ’21 is $100 per year. 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rrr Advice to the Class of 2023 from the Class of 2019 “The Friar Family is the best family! Enjoy every moment.” -Ellie Denson ’19 “Go out as much as you can #whiskeys #Brad #spoils #Olds #eaton # elmhurst.” -John Stablein ’19 “Join a club you’re really passionate about!” -Briana Alberti ’19 “Never miss out on a night with your friends. You’ll remember that night way more than any other class.” -Caroline Cook ’19 “Have fun and enjoy every moment! Friartown is the best place on earth.” -Maddie Jolin’19 “Join Dance Club! Get involved, you’ll make your best friends.” -Jacqueline Michels ’19 “Don’t miss the opportunityto learn who you are alongside some other amazing Friars!” -Matthew Gentile ’19 “Go outside your comfort zone!” -Adam Tarczali ’19 “Talk to your professors because they provide a ton of help.” -Grace Feisthamel ’19 “Be nice to your parents and call them every once in a while.” -Nikki Silva ’19 “You only get to be in college once, make it count!” -Ryan Trammell ’19

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by Julia Vaccarella ’20 at the point of understanding that I still know in the new album by highlighting some of the pitfalls A&E Staff nothing at all on Free Spirit. The music I’m writing that come a consequence of being in the spotlight. right now is very self-reflective. I’m slowly but surely Craig Jenkins of Vulture says, “Khalid seems MUSIC centering on myself and what I’m going through.” tired beyond his years but also exceptionally self- In addition to the release of Free Spirit, Khalid is aware and determined to keep working and loving Newcomer R&B singer and El Paso native, Khalid, also releasing an accompanying film and has been his way through his worst times. These qualities released his sophomore album, Free Spirit on April 5. The selected to perform at colleges throughout the United keep Free Spirit from caving to pessimism. The 21-year-old singer gained immense popularity through States on top of going on tour globally. With this music is slick and summery in spite of its message.” songs like “Young Dumb and Broke” and “Location,” in mind, becoming a household name in pop and Khalid’s ability to be vocal about his music attracting a wide array of fans who appealed to his R&B so quickly and at such a young age certainly and lyrics ultimately demonstrates how he is versatile sound. Additionally, Khalid has been featured comes with a lot of contingencies. Khalid does not continuing to grow and evolve with time, both on tracks by many artists from across a number of shy away from this, and directly comments upon it in the sense of an artist and as an individual. genres, such as Kendrick Lamar and Billie Eilish. Khalid released an EP, Suncity, late last year, but Free Spirit is his first full-length project since the debut of American Teen that put him on the map. On the new record, Khalid shifts away from many of the central themes that can be easily heard in his first project. However, the new releases still imply a certain degree of individuality that is characteristic to all of his music, since Khalid is no stranger to incorporating both personal and general societal issues in his songs. Free Spirit tackles themes ranging from the emotional aspects of love to commentary on self- development. “Self,” “Alive,” and “Heaven” are three songs that appear consecutively on the album, where Khalid delves into deeper, more personal topics. Another noteworthy track off of the new release includes a collaboration with John Mayer, “Outta My Head.” Considering both the length of the LP, which spans 17 songs, and Khalid’s long- running résumé of features with other artists, Free Spirit is largely absent of features, with the only other song being “Don’t Pretend” with Safe. When asked about how he has grown since his first album, Khalid said toBillboard , “I was so naive and young when I wrote American Teen. I thought I knew everything, but I knew nothing at all. I’m Khalid has been touring the country in a van to promote his new album. PHOTO COURTESY OF @THEGREATKHALID ON TWITTER WHEN WE FALL ASLEEP WHERE DO WE GO? Rising Star Billie Eilish Releases New Album by Grace Whitman ‘22 A&E Staff MUSIC

Billie Eilish O’Connell, more commonly known as Billie Eilish, started gaining attention last year with the release of her debut single “Ocean Eyes,” which went viral overnight. She instantly began gaining fans of all ages, and she has had over one billion streaming plays. As an artist often compared to Lorde and Lana del Ray, Eilish has taken pop music down a different, dark, and downbeat route. The Los Angeles native is only 17-years-old, but her lyrics and voice are far more mature. Coming off her early success, Eilish’s fans have been patiently waiting for her highly anticipated album. The 17-year-old singer-songwriter released her debut album, WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?, on March 29. The album is on pace to be the second most streamed album in 2019 behind Ariana Grande’s thank u, next. Her vocals are soft and raspy, which adds to the sinister sound of the Billie Eilish has become the face of teen angst in the post-punk age. PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS album. The lyrics are very powerful most successful song she had on in her on his sexual orientation. I’ve lived with my whole life, and and mature for such a young artist this album and already has over When asked about sadness in her life it’s not anything different,” she said. and include topics such as drugs, 330 million streams on Spotify. The in an interview with Apple Music, Eilish “I just never said anything because homosexuality, suicide, and more. song has a very sad vibe, which said, “Depression has sort of controlled I didn’t want that to define who Eilish released four singles before the carries on the common theme of everything in my life. My whole life I was. I didn’t want it to be ‘Billie release of her 14-song album. Her song heartbreak and love in her songs. I’ve always been a melancholy person. Eilish the artist with Tourette’s.’” “Bury a Friend” has over 210 million Another single on the album, “i wish That’s my default.” She is able to express Going public about her diagnosis has streams on Spotify. A recurring line you were gay,” was released on March her raw emotions through her music created a closer bond with her fans. that portrays the message of the song is 4 and is about how she was in love with which has changed her life completely. Eilish is now the youngest found in the chorus when she sings, “I a boy who had no interest in liking her Additionally, she recently shared female solo act in UK chart history wanna end me,” a clear allusion to her back. She expresses in the song that she her experience of living with Tourette to debut at No. 1 on the official suicidal thoughts and mental illness. wishes he was gay so that she could Syndrome during a guest appearance UK albums chart. She is changing “When the party’s over” is the blame the fact that he was not interested on The Ellen Show. “It’s something music and she is just getting started. April 11, 2019 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Cowl 12 Hulu’s The Act: A Complicated Moral Dilemma Nipsey Hussle

by Madeline Weaver-Nolting ‘20 as she is shown as having no freedom in Dee Dee claimed her daughter was A&E Staff her life and her own survival is at risk. wheelchair bound, had muscular In an interview with Dr. Phil, Gypsy dystrophy, leukemia, asthma, brain TELEVISION said, “I believe, firmly, that, no matter damage, and had to be fed through (1985-2019) what, murder is not okay. But at the a tube. Dee Dee’s lies led to donations At first glance, Hulu’s new original same time, I don’t believe I deserve as from the Ronald McDonald House and by Daniel O’Neill ‘21 TV show The Act might seem like a crazy, many years as I got…. I do deserve to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and even A&E Staff fictitious show, but it is based on real spend some time in prison for that crime, a house from Habitat for Humanity MUSIC events. The first season is based on the life but also, I understand why it happened after Hurricane Katrina. The TV of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who plotted and I don’t believe that I’m in the show incorporates flashbacks that On Sunday, March 31, 2019, prolific with her internet boyfriend to murder right place to get the help that I need.” show how Dee Dee’s abuse escalated rapper Nipsey Hussle was shot and her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, in 2015 Dee Dee Blanchard is played by as Gypsy’s independence soared. killed outside of his clothing store in in Springfield, Missouri. The series Patricia Arquette. The abusive mother Because of the success of The Act Los Angeles. Many fans around the follows Gypsy as she learns the truth was thought to have Munchausen and despite the threat of legal action, United States are stunned by his death. about her life: she is not actually sick, by proxy syndrome (MBPS), which Hulu is in the works of signing His family and loved ones have despite what her mother said. The show involves fabricating diseases and another season that might focus on spoken out about his influence on is based on a Buzzfeed news article by disabilities for sympathy or attention. other true strange true-crime stories. the music world and how shocking Michelle Dean which gave the backstory his death truly is. According to of the mother-daughter relationship the Los Angeles Times, the rapper’s and how it resulted in murder. mother Angelique Smith said, “I Joey King stars as Gypsy Rose, who would like for him to be remembered is currently serving a 10-year sentence, as a humble, spirited, respectful while her boyfriend is serving life. Gypsy man who had, since his childhood, is threatening to sue Hulu for creating an extraordinary and unlimited this TV show without her consent. King intellectual capacity.” To many looks almost identical to Rose as she people, Nipsey Hussle’s music spoke shaved her head for the role. King said, about the problems that they face in “I think Gypsy was confused herself. everyday life, something that makes I think she knew that she could walk. his death especially hard to deal with. For a long time, that’s all she knew. And Nipsey Hussle spent the latter part then she slowly tried to find out more of his career as a rapper fighting to things—she’s her mother’s daughter, in end gang violence and other issues that she also had to use manipulation in his home of Los Angeles. His to get what she wanted. It’s not really influence in this regard is something her fault that’s the role she had to play. that many people will not soon forget. She was really good at manipulation Through his activism and rallying for because she was forced into these his community, he made it clear to scenarios where she had to manipulate those around him that he was fighting to survive.” The complicated character PHOTO COURTESY OF HULU a legitimate battle; Nipsey Hussle of Gypsy garners sympathy from fans Gypsy Blanchard grew up victim to the her mother’s Munchausen by proxy syndrome. wanted to make his hometown a place that people could feel safe in. The rapper spoke on many occasions about his former affiliation Unplanned Parenthood: with the Rollin 60s, an LA gang affiliated with the Crips. The violence and crime he witnessed as a member Pro-Life and Pro-Choice Perspectives Revealed of that gang led him to change his own life and help others to better their lives as well. According to Vox, Nipsey by Catherine Goldberg ’20 was involved in community outreach A&E Staff programs that worked to not only empower, but also to employ people FILM in underprivileged groups. He did so through funding groups that helped to teach real estate investment, creating Unfazed by a Twitter ban, “R” science and technology learning rating, and a restriction to be shown centers for children and teenagers, in select theaters throughout the U.S., and other efforts in southern Los the new pro-life film Unplanned,is Angeles, where he is originally from. currently among one of the top 10 It is reported that Nipsey Hussle films in the box-office. The film stirred was supposed to attend an anti- controversy among Hollywood gang violence meeting the day producers and pro-choice activists. that he was shot outside of his Nearly a dozen major music labels storefront, along with two other denied producers’ requests to license men. The man who shot the rapper music for the film. Other than Fox and was arrested this past Tuesday by the Christian Broadcasting Network, the Los Angeles Police Department. PHOTO COURTESY OF UNPLANNED.COM The man’s name is Eric Holder, major TV networks have refused to Abby Johnson used her time at Planned Parenthood in her activism. run ads promoting it. Nonetheless, and he reportedly was in a heated the film earned $3.2 million during to probe an ultrasound, Abby sees a She experiences severe complications argument outside of Nipsey’s store its second weekend in theaters. baby on the sonogram. To Abby, the and bleeding, yet the head of the clinic before the shooting occurred. There Unplanned tells the true story baby on the sonogram appeared to refuses to call 911, as it may cause bad are no reports of the murder being of Abby Johnson (portrayed by be “twisting” and “fighting for its publicity for Planned Parenthood. related to gang violence at this time. Ashley Bratcher), a former Planned life.” Abby ran out of the procedure Unplanned does not shy away from The death of Nipsey Hussle has Parenthood director and “employee room in tears and ultimately changed portraying Johnson’s view of abortion. boosted the artist’s name in a culture of the year,” following her life journey her position on abortion entirely. To A pro-choice review by Bridgett Bayley of mainstream hits in music. Many from pro-choice to pro-life activism. Abby, it was “this perfect little baby,” revealed that this narrative “moved people who had never before heard Over the course of eight years, and then “it was just gone.” Abby no her to tears” and she “appreciated his name now recognize his name, Johnson rose in the ranks of Planned longer saw abortion as a woman’s the way the workers of Planned sadly, because of his death. His songs Parenthood, eventually becoming right, but rather, as killing a child. Parenthood were portrayed. . . like on many platforms are getting more one of the youngest clinic directors The movie flashes back to other they really did believe what they exposure because of this. This is a time in history. Her parents and husband incidents which participated in her were doing was morally right.” The for many to mourn the death of an were completely against her working conversion, including two of her National Review says, “None of it is influential figure and the fact that his for a company that supports abortion; own abortions. One of her abortions easy to watch, but none of it is a lie.” songs regarding all of the problems however, Abby believed what she was through the use of the abortion In an interview with Fox News he worked to fight against are getting was doing was right and that it was pill which a worker at Planned Insider, Bratcher describes what it more popular only shows that his helping women. But everything Parenthood told her would easily was like to play the role of Abby and message is finally getting across. changed for her when she assisted end her pregnancy with some “light the message she wants America to Nipsey Hussle’s death symbolizes in an ultrasound-guided abortion. bleeding.” However, she ends up hear. She says, “This movie is not that all of the pain and hard work In the initial 15 minutes of the film, feeling on the brink of death, left alone about judgement. We are not seeking put into his work is finally paying off. Abby narrates what she experienced in excruciating pain for 12 hours. In to attack Planned Parenthood, but His powerful lyrics and activism will while witnessing the abortion of a 13- another scene, a high-school girl is to open the eyes of the public to still live on after his untimely death. week fetus. Instructed by the doctor brought into the clinic by her father. reveal what abortion really is.” 13 The Cowl ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT April 11, 2019 Spring Concert 2019: Cheat Codes Rains Cash Board of Programmers Continues EDM Theme to Satisfy the Masses

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EDM music has been gaining popularity in recent years, and Cheat Codes has certainly benefitted from this since their debut in 2015. According to Billboard, the group has had over “414.7 million total on-demand streams,” as well as “13 appearances on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, including three top 10’s.” As the group has gained popularity, they have started to perform at larger venues such as Billboard’s Hot 100 music festival this past August. The band has continued to make appearances at colleges too, performing at schools such as Boston College and the University of New Hampshire. Kathleen Garvey ‘20 called the performance “short and sweet.” The band performed their hits to the crowd of 2,000 students, some of which included the songs, “No Promises,” “Sex,” and “Feels Great.” All three of these songs have been featured in the top 10 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic chart, with “No Promises” getting as high up as number two in its prime. The group hyped up the crowd with a light show, big screen graphics, Trevor Dahl, frontman of Cheat Codes, hypes up the crowd in the Peterson Recreation Center. LAURA CHADBOURNE ’20/ THE COWL and lots of smoke. At one point, they even shot $1,000 in single dollar bills 2018 alone. The show was complete signals the beginning of the end of and made for a memorable event. into the hyped-up crowd, something when Trevor Dahl entered the mass of the school year and is always a BOP has outdone themselves yet that the band is notoriously known students by crowd surfing, causing a great way to get students to come again with a fun Spring Concert to for doing. In Billboard reported that the mad dash of students to go to the front together and do something fun bring the PC community together. The group is said to have shot over $100,000 of the arena to get closer to the action. as a community. Cheat Codes was tradition of EDM performers for Spring into the crowds at their concerts in The Spring Concert usually a great choice to excite the students Concert has lived to see another year. Not So Private Lives: TDF’s Take on Moon Over Buffalo

all comes together to form one smart, wacky plot. The break free from it or hold on to it with all they have. by Peter Keough ’20 cast pulls this off seamlessly, shifting from drunken This reflective facet of the production works in A&E Staff monologues to physical gags and more with ease. tandem with the sharp comedic motif that drives ON-CAMPUS While much of Moon Over Buffalo is meant to it, as the viewer is able to crack up one minute make the audience cackle in their seats, there is and think about the subtle implications of some Some works created for the theater are meant another aspect to the plot that adds a somewhat of the jokes the next. Neither outshines the other; to evoke deep and personal feelings, ranging introspective layer to the production as a whole. instead, each of these driving aspects works in from sadness, to longing, to passion. Others Not only does the show follow the antics of a unison through the superb acting of the student may be meant to foster some sort of awe or theatre troupe, but the staging also presents these performers and creates a production that is bright spectacle in the viewer’s mind. And others, characters in the green room of their very theater. and entertaining. The cast will be putting on three well, are meant to evoke gut-busting laughter. These choices, along with many dialogues and more performances of the show at 7:30 p.m. on The Providence College Department of Theatre, jokes on the topic of acting and life in the theater, Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13 as well Dance, and Film’s current production of Ken create a meta layer to Moon Over Buffalo. Much of as Sunday, April 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo, without question, the issues that drive the characters’ motivations online and at the Smith Center ticket office for falls firmly into the last of those categories. stem from their life in theater, as they either want to anyone interested in a humor-filled spectacle. Based on the 1995 comic work created by playwright Ludwig, PC’s production of Moon Over Buffalo, directed by Brett Epstein, is certainly a comedic force. Based in 1953 in Buffalo, New York, the story follows aging performers George and Charlotte Hay as they put on shows at their local repertory theater, The Erlanger. Played by Thomas Edwards ’20 and Julia DiBari ’19, the story highlights this duo’s dysfunctional relationship and their acting careers. Besides this married couple, the rest of the cast is comprised of their daughter Rosalind/Roz (Aisling Sheahan ’19), Roz’s fiancé Howard (Ryan Worrell ’22), elderly mother Ethel (Caprial Harris ’19), stagehand Paul (Steven Sawan ’20), actress Eileen (Halle Pratt ’22), and wealthy lawyer Richard (William Oser ’19). All together, this cast of characters interacts in ways that would make even the most humorless audience member chuckle. Much of the play develops through different varieties of chaos, as the characters experience confusion, mistaken identities, drunkenness, betrayal, and much more. It is a wonderful blend of setups, punchlines, running gags, and situational comedy that Julia DiBari ’19 and Thomas Edwards ’20 play Charlotte and George Hay, aging stage performers. PHOTO COURTESY OF ASHLEY DICARO ’20 April 11, 2019 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 14 The Cowl Where Are They Now? The Cowl Interviews Musician Oliver Penn ’17 by Brigid Walshe ’19 His parents are to thank for his interest in music, as they to show his team around, including taking A&E Staff signed him up for piano lessons when he was young. them to some of his favorite spots, like The Soon after, his interest turned to the guitar and drums. Abbey and Papa Paulie’s, and catching up ON-CAMPUS Penn is looking forward continuing to play his shows with old friends and former professors. Music all over the country, recording new music, and building was very much a part of his life when he was even more relationships through music. He is hoping to do at PC, but once he returned to Texas, he had Oliver Penn ’17 is making his way more collaborations in the future—his dream collaboration a clearer idea of where he wanted to take his back to Providence College to perform at would be with Kacey Musgraves, a fellow Texan. music. Now, he is doing what he has always McPhail’s on April 12 at 9 p.m., and he has As for coming back to campus, Penn loves getting dreamed of and is enjoying every second of it. had quite the journey since leaving in 2017. After graduating with a marketing degree, he worked for a non-profit in Houston while playing gigs after work and on the weekends. After a year, he decided to go all- in with his music, and he has been playing shows all over Texas, and beyond, since. Still based in Texas, Penn says that the state has a lot of interesting musicians, venues, and arts communities that have welcomed him and allowed him to do what he loves. He has had many incredible opportunities, including the chance to open for Shinyribs to a sold-out crowd at the historic Gruene Hall, a venue that has welcomed artists from Willie Nelson to Garth Brooks to B.B. King. Music has led to amazing relationships for Penn as well, and seeing familiar faces at his shows has made his music that much more rewarding. Now on the road with his most recent tour, Penn’s day-to-day life can be pretty hectic. His group spends a lot of time driving from one city to another. On the day of a show, they get together at their hotel, head to the venue for load-in and sound check a few hours before the show, have dinner, perform, pack up their van, and then do it all over again. Penn likes to play some of his favorite classics (“Pride and Joy” by Stevie Ray Vaughan) and original music (“Coupe DeVille” and “Hideaway”) during his show. Penn is busy working on his new album. He has already finished his track list and is focusing on recording and finishing up the songs. He says his style is blues, and others call it rock ‘n’ roll, but his style reflects his biggest musical influences including Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jack White. Oliver Penn ’17 has recently left Texas to tour the rest of the United States. PHOTO COURTESY OF OLIVERPENNMUSIC.COM Analyzing the Debut of the Modern Twilight Zone

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Here is a sentence you never thought you would read: Tracy Morgan using a vape is terrifying. However, The Twilight Zone was always known for pushing the boundaries of reality, so this seems about right. The hit series from the 1960s was announced to be developing a reboot earlier this fall, and audiences finally got to cross over this past week as CBS debuted the first two episodes. Hosted by horror connoisseur Jordan Peele, the show develops a fresh look with the classic eeriness the former installment delivered week On top of hosting and creating The Twilight Zone remake, Jordan Peele has received acclaim for Us and Get Out. PHOTO COURTESY OF ROLLING STONE after week. It is a tough reputation to uphold, as the Rod Serling version manages to keep audiences tuned in with than the first episode and pays homage the success of the previous installment terrified millions of Baby Boomers his portrayal of a character wrestling through a few Easter Eggs to one of the and the completely different social during the Big Three era of television. with what he values most in life. more loved episodes of the old show. climate Peele’s version is airing in. “The Comedian” stars Kumail The second episode, “Nightmare at The Peele-produced remake has not The Cold War and America’s Nanjiani as Samir, a struggling comic 30,000 Feet,” is a reprisal of the William captured critics or audiences as of yet; its countercultural revolution are no longer whose political jokes continue to fall Shatner-led episode, “Nightmare at Rotten Tomatoes score hovers around 75 trending topics in the United States, so on deaf ears and crickets every night. 20,000 Feet,” in which an anxious percent but the audience score is closer the 2019 Twilight Zone has the difficulty However, he accepts advice from comedy Shatner is the only person to see the to 60 percent. The complaints seem to of capturing the essence of the first legend J.C. Wheeler (Tracy Morgan), monster on the side of his plane. come from the lack of direction the show series with modern-day substance. who tells Samir to make his material The modern-day take sees Parks seems to take. James Poniewozik of the However, audiences know it can more personal. The classic Twilight Zone and Recreation legend Adam Scott as New York Times notes, “ ‘a Twilight Zone’ be done. Shows like Black Mirror and twist is that everyone Samir talks about a journalist with PTSD listening to a without a specific perspective on the The X-Files have successfully proved in his act is erased from the world. podcast describing the disappearance nightmares of its time is just a collection creepy anthologies still have a place in It is a riff on the success versus of the flight he is on, because what 21st of creepy stories, an exercise in nostalgia.” entertainment. It is just a matter of if the happiness mantra and the belief that century remake would be complete It is easy to compare the show to modern-day adaptation can develop a fame ultimately comes at a cost. There without a podcast episode? It is a tale its predecessor, but that seems like an distinctive voice that crosses over a whole is little suspense or terror, but Nanjiani of fate that delivers more of a punch impossible act to follow considering new generation into The Twilight Zone. Page 15 Photography April 11, 2019 LEFT: The Footprints Gospel Choir performs their spring show at the Ryan Concert Hall in the Smith Center for the Arts on Thursday, April 4. BELOW: The Providence College Men’s Lacrosse Team falls 15-17 to Georgetown University on Saturday, April 6. Nick Hatzipetrakos ’19 is pictured below cradling the ball down Chapey Field.

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CAMERON VILLARUEL ’21/ THE COWL ABOVE: Students and faculty attend a book discussion for the novel The Hate U Give, on Friday, April 5. The discussion included comments on the themes that run throughout the novel and how it connects to today’s culture. BELOW: Students, faculty, and alumni gather in the Slavin Atrium to donate to Friars Give, Providence College’s LILLIE HUNTER ’22/ THE COWL annual fundraiser. BOTTOM RIGHT: On Friday, April 6, the class of 2019 spent time celebrating their last few weeks of college at Senior Night in McPhail’s, sponsored by the Board of Programmers.

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Page 16 Photography April 11, 2019 What is the weirdest food you have ever eaten?

“Crickets.” “Maryland Crab Cake Ice Cream.” Alvin Chhim ’22 Anne Capozzoli ’20

“Cockroaches.” “Squid Tentacles.” Caylynn Maldonado ’22 Sienna Strickland ’22

“Earthworms, for fun.” “Pig’s blood.” Karl Reidel ’20 Victoria Costa ’21

“An idiot sandwich.”

-Gordon Ramsay

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Fashion is life, even when to set a trend. About three on her wardrobe. They grew your shoes throw off your fit, you are stuck in an elevator weeks after she made her mark up in the Bronx, but obviously she is going to question you. with a stranger. The fit must with her sneakers, she was Erica has been around longer Like, who is this person and be trendy and outrageous walking down the school’s which gives her permission why am I associating myself even if the person next to hallway and couldn’t help to pass down some ancient with them? If your outfit is you is wearing something but notice FILAs everywhere fashion tips. Including the off, then chances are so are basic. From head to toe it she turned. She grew bored head-high-and-legs-crossed you. These are things she’ll needs to be fire, nothing of them because looking like classiness that they both carry. think to herself, but her big influenced by the President everyone around her was a At the dinner table, I couldn’t heart will never allow her of the United States because, big NO in her fashion world; help but notice that they both to say them out loud. “You let’s be honest, his style is however, her next trend was held their pinkies up and are buggin’. I would never wack. “Style is a combination still complimented by some wiped their mouth after every hurt anyone’s feelings. I of your personality and who sneakers because if she had to bite. Meanwhile, Marienny believe everyone has their you are. If your outfit isn’t live with just one style of shoe shares that after her, Erica own style. Some more than complimenting you, then for the rest of her life, it would is the only one who knows others and definitely different what are you doing?” from mine.” And it’s true. I Marienny says her ideal have been waiting for her to outfit is driven by her comment on my wack outfit. mood. She definitely knows I had on some light jeans, that if someone comes to a big white tee, and orange save her and that stranger slip-ons. But to her, a person from the elevator someday, always has the opportunity she has to be wearing to make a great outfit for any something comfortable. occasion. That is when she Maybe something from Kim complimented my shoes, Kardashian’s comfy wardrobe saying she loved how they or straight out of Kanye made a statement which West’s fashion line. complimented my outfit. When she welcomed me Statements are a big deal and into her room, I noticed the that is what it’s like dressing all-white FILA Disruptor up for Marienny. Although Two’s that carried her. her moods direct how she will Complimented by an over- dress that day, looking good sized navy hoodie, gray will determine how she will striped leggings, and, of carry out her day. “Look good, course, the hoop earrings. feel good.” And if she doesn’t, Hoop earrings and over-sized it will break her day, and she hoodies are part of the starter will be in a crabby mood. pack if you’re trying to fit in Listening to J. Cole and in the Bronx. The Bronx city eating vanilla wafers with influences her personal style, be sneakers. “A girl gotta be how to dress at the house. She her pinky up, she mentions and she also believes that it comfortable,” she jokes while cringed when I asked what that the world wouldn’t have has impacted the wardrobe her tiny, innocent eyes squint. she thinks of her roommate’s color without fashion. “It is a of many teenagers of color Representing the shade of styles. type of art, and in this world, across the world. Although most lilac flowers, her walls “Today I woke up feeling everyone seems to be an artist she is a Bronx native, she painted light purple made shitty,” Marienny says. “That's because we all have to dress currently resides in Fairfield, her vision board pop above why I threw on this big hoodie ourselves every morning Connecticut where fashion her twin bed. I couldn’t help and sneakers. My outfit to face the world. If we all isn’t taken too seriously. but notice cut outs of the top doesn’t just reflect who I am walked in our birthday suits, She confesses she’s been fashion school in New York but it also shows the world we would have no influence bullied into thinking her and a couple from California. how I’m feeling that day. on who we are and, most style was ugly because one In the mix are pictures of heels, Don’t get me wrong though, importantly, it’d be impossible day she showed up to her fur coats, shades, brand logos, you always gotta spice it up. to carry on other people’s high school rocking the same and a couple of quotes from That’s when you throw on styles that have inspired FILA sneakers she is wearing famous designers, especially the hoops.” She wraps up her us. Fashion is everything. right now, and her friends the infamous “la vie est belle.” statement with a wink, a huge Each walking person is a did not approve. Given that The color compliments who smile and a shrug. Expression statement and a walking piece none of her friends, or the she is, she claims her mother is key, and it allows Marienny of art. I am glad I have the preppy white students from chose the purple but she then into people’s worlds. opportunity to carry out who her school know anything confesses that she loves it. She is always interested in I am in a way the whole world about wardrobe styling, she Besides the Bronx, Erica, her your personality; good humor can see.” Her eyes begin to saw this as an opportunity mom, has had a huge impact goes a long, long way. But if water. “Fashion is life.” PHOTOS COURTESY OF PEXELS.COM AND GRAPHIC DESIGN BY ELIZABETH MCGINN '21 April 11, 2019 PORTFOLIO The Cowl 19 Dear Best Friend by Sarah Kirchner ’21 Portfolio Staff POETRY I write to you to tell you that I’m always here. Whether I’m not physically there, or if I’m right by your side….

The silence is too loud for me to pretend. It hurts to know that I cause the pain and the distance.

But loud and clear, I want to show you now. That there’s a feeling of regret and lots of sorrow. But the happiness is too much to just forget about it all. Because I need a best friend and that best friend can only be you. The endless laughs. The jokes of utter nonsense. The tears of a good time. It’s the perfect package. Because that is simply us.

PHOTO COURTESY OF PEXELS.COM HorRor by Jay Willett ’20 Portfolio Staff FICTION

“Psssssst, are you awake?” the chamber. often jealous the boy had those “Just do it,” the boy said. the girl whispered low across “I am too—but we need the memories, for she could never So the girl closed her eyes and the cell to her prison mate. The rest,” the boy exhaled. remember anything at all. held her breath. When she was boy twitched his leg slightly “D-do you think the But that’s why the boy was awake, she could see nothing, and grunted in affirmation. maester-” so important to the girl—he but when she was asleep—she This response sparked “No,” interrupted the boy. was her portal to the outside saw everything. But just then, irritation in the girl; she shook The girl ceased and crossed world. with her eyes shut, the girl her chains and shackles so that her legs sitting down. She “Please tell me a story—I began to see them again. She they clattered against the base wrinkled her nose and made can’t go to sleep like this,” the began to scream incessantly, of the back wall. The absence a face of displeasure, not that girl cried. “The horror is still tears flowed from her grey of windows and light made it he’d see it anyway. The boy there.” There was silence for a pupils. Straining could be impossible for the girl to know heard from across the cell, the if her efforts were awakening boy pulled on his own bonds. the boy, until he finally replied. “Calm down! Fight them! “Enough already, I’m Fight-” the boy quelled. trying to sleep,” said the Suddenly the iron entrance boy in exasperation. The girl swung open with great force, sighed and wiggled along the door clanging against the the cold cobblestone so that adjacent wall in recoil. The her chains would reach their boy gritted his teeth, and maximum extension. She had the girl’s tears turned into never touched the boy due to soft whimpers. An elderly the limits of her binds. They man stood between the two would only allow her reach to captives, staring at the boy the midsection of the cell—just in disapproval. He shook his short of the parallel wall to head, then he knelt to the girl’s which the boy was shackled had told her plenty of stories moment, and then the shackles level and stroked the side of upon. Nonetheless, the girl about his life before he was shifted again. her cheek. The girl was not tested the durability of the her cellmate, about the Reach, “It’s not still there, the crying anymore, the boy was metal by yanking the iron about the everglades. He had maester sees to it.” struggling with his chains. weights towards her comrade. told her how his mother, who “But it is!” The girl rose her “Shhhh, my child,” hummed No luck, but the movement was also a brunette, made the voice. She didn’t mean to yell the maester. “All will be caused her quite a pain in the best lamb stew on the west at the boy. The boy sighed as forgotten now.” He hovered ankles. side of the continent. The if he understood she hadn’t his frail hand over the girl’s “Please,” the girl pleaded, girl loved his stories, but she meant it. cranium. In an instant she fell “I’m tired of the nightmares.” always hosted an afterthought “Close your eyes,” the boy into a deep slumber, her breath Sounds of clinking and of sorrow wedged deep instructed. became deep and smooth. scrapping emitted from across behind her heart. She was “Why? I can’t see-” “The horror is gone now.”

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by Grace O'Connor ’22 Portfolio Staff Cloud CoveredPOETRY Sky

The blue water shimmering in the early morning sunlight

My mother’s soft hand in mine

The orange morning sun so bright

Its warmness sinking into my skin making it shine

My small feet sink into the sand as I look at the ocean in front of me

The sun is covered by the moving clouds and the cold creeps into my skin

I looked for my mother’s hand

It’s not there, I suddenly don’t feel so secure

I’m all alone, I feel vacant

The future unknown, full of fear, my happiness suddenly taken

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by Sarah Heavren ’21 Portfolio Staff

POETRY

I am a puzzle piece, I am uniquely shaped Which means I cannot fit Wherever I am placed. I have some rough edges, And my shape is not smooth. I have some points and gaps That make fitting hard, too. You didn’t seem to mind When you started to see My true nature and shape With my complexities. As I got to know you And you got to know me We both soon realized Our pieces fit nicely. You help solve my puzzles And help complete me, too. I hope someday I can Do the same thing for you.

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by Mark Fairchild ’20 Portfolio Staff CARTOON Making PC an emotionally stable place one letter at a time.

I’m having a lot of trouble trying to slog through the last few weeks of the semester and Easter just can’t come soon enough. Do either of you have any advice on how to get through these last weeks?

Sincerely, Senioritis

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The Baskerville sisters would team up at Enfield High School where winning was not always a tradition. In 2010 and 2011, Enfield High School girls basketball did not win a game. In 2012, they picked up three wins. In the final three seasons of Baskerville’s high school career, they made the state tournament semifinals. Throughout her high school career, Baskerville would go on to earn four All-Conference selections, two All-State selections, and holds the record for the most career points between both the boy’s and girl’s program with 1,870 points. Baskerville was proud to leave such a significant footprint on the program and hopes that “somebody as passionate about this sport like I am will look at that as a challenge to one day want to try and beat my scoring record. For me to be able to leave such a tremendous impact on my high school basketball organization is something that I will never forget.” In November 2017, Baskerville signed her letter of intent to play collegiate basketball at PC. Baskerville’s impact was CAMERON VILLARUEL ’21/THE COWL immediately felt when she pulled Looking for the ball in the post, Baskerville gave the Friars an interior presence they had been lacking in previous years. down 13 rebounds against Yale enjoyed success from all over. The The Friars picked up their most Big recorded the second highest field University in her fifth game of the Friars finished their season 19-16 East wins since the 1996-97 season goal percentage in program history. season. Baskerville and the Friars with an 8-10 record in Big East play. and their first Big East tournament Baskerville finished her freshman win since 2001. To top off the season with 9.5 points per game and season, the Friars made their first 7.3 rebounds per game. postseason appearance since 2010 After her rookie season success, and advanced all way to the 16th she became the second Friar ever round of the WNIT before falling to to win the Big East Freshman of the fellow Big East team, the University Year award and was a unanimous of Georgetown Hoyas. selection to the Big East All- Baskerville was grateful to play in Freshman Team. Baskerville was the postseason during her freshman joined by fellow Friar Kaela Webb year and reminisced to her high ’22 on the All-Freshman Team. school basketball days. “I feel that Baskerville and the rest of the playing postseason in high school Friars squad have bigger aspirations kind of set a standard for me as a over the next few seasons; “Getting player…Not only that I wanted to the women’s basketball team more recognition for all of the hard work that we put in every day on and off “Getting the women’s the court… Another goal that my teammates and I hope to achieve is basketball team more to be known as a team that works recognition for all of hard, sticks together through tough times, can bounce back from just the hard work that we about anything…a team that will never give up and fights to the very put in every day on and end.” With the talent that this Friars off the court.” team boasts, this program under control by Coach Crowley is sure play as much as I could, but to also to be on the rise and one that will take every game as an opportunity be fun to watch in the future. “We to better myself and my teammates.” want to take this program as far as Baskerville also enjoyed success we can every season,” Baskerville throughout her first season in concluded. With the taste of a Friars uniform. She led the postseason experience this year, the Friars with six double-doubles Friars can build off of this season including four during Big East play. and work to compete for a Big PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS Baskerville now holds the program East Championship and a NCAA Baskerville will be a key piece in the the Friars’ long-term plans going forward. record for blocks by a freshman and tournament bid next season. April 11, 2019 SPORTS The Cowl 25 Former Friar Named to Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame Ernie D Becomes the Third Friar Inducted Into Hall of Fame

by Jack Belanger ’21 Sports Co-Editor MEN’S BASKETBALL

Last week, the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2019 who will be inducted into the elite group on Nov. 24 in Kansas City, Missouri. Among the inductees this year will be former Providence College Men’s Basketball guard Ernie DiGregorio ’73. DiGregorio was a key part of the 1972-73 Final Four team that reached the national semifinals for the first time in the college’s history. He led the team with 24.5 points per game and 8.6 assists per game. “Ernie D” was born and raised just up the street in North Providence, where he won a high school state basketball championship in 1968. After high school, he came to his hometown Friars and started three seasons at the College from 1970-1973. Known for his spectacular ball handling and passing abilities, DiGregorio holds multiple school records from his playing career including, field goals made in a season with 348, assists in a season with 267, and assists per game for a career with PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS 7.7. He also averaged 20.5 points per DiGregorio ’73 was one of the Friars first superstars and was rewarded when he had his number, 15, retired by the Friars in 2008. game for his career, never averaging lower than 17.7 in a season. voted a First-Team All-American. He had an incredible rookie season only one player. During the 1972-73 season, DiGregorio, After his career with PC, DiGregorio where he led the league in free throw DiGregorio is the third Friar along with teammate Marvin Barnes was drafted by the Buffalo Braves as percentage at 90.2 percent and assists of all time to be elected into the ’74, led the Friars to a then-program the third overall pick in the 1973 NBA per game with 8.2 stats that led him to Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame. record 27 wins and brought the team Draft. His career lasted five seasons, be named the 1973-74 NBA Rookie of Former player Lenny Wilkens ’60 to the national semifinals where they four with the Braves, and one season the Year. He also set a record for most and DiGregorio’s head coach, Dave lost to the University of Memphis 85- split between the Los Angeles Lakers assists in a game by a rookie with 25, Gavitt, are the other former Friars in 98. After the season, DiGregorio was and the Boston Celtics. a statistic that has been matched by the Hall of Fame.

Softball Player Sets New School Record for All-Time Hits

Emma Lee ’19 solidified her name in Providence College history this past weekend in an away series against Big East rivals Villanova University. The right fielder for the PC Softball Team broke the program’s all-time hit record with her 215th career hit. During the first of two games that would take place on April 6, Lee notched a team-high three hits in the 2-1 win over the Wildcats. The team was unable to continue that momentum going into the second game of the day as they fell 4-0 and into the next day as they would lose the series against Villanova in a 6-0 loss. Despite the unfavorable outcome, Lee had a very successful series. She concluded the weekend with a .556 batting average and 1.000 slugging percentage. Lee also hit two impressive doubles and a triple. Due to her success over the weekend, Lee was named to the Big East Weekly Honor Roll. Heading into her final games as a Friar, Lee said that her personal goal for the season is to “just have fun playing the game I love with all of my teammates besides me. These four years have gone by so fast and I would like to take advantage of every second.”

PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS 26 The Cowl SPORTS April 11, 2019 Hockey Coach Nate Leaman Nominated for Award Fifth Time Coach Leaman Has Been a Finalist for Coach of the Year

by Cam Smith ’21 four coaches who led their teams to the University. The team caught fire after he has now been named a finalist on five Sports Staff tournament semifinals. going down early, hammering home separate occasions. Twice (2010, 2011) it MEN’S ICE HOCKEY Leaman earned his nomination by six unanswered goals to pull out the was as head coach of Union College, a taking the Friars to the Frozen Four 6-3 victory. Facing Cornell University program he found success with prior after the squad snuck into the playoffs. the following day in the East Regional to taking the job at PC in April of 2011. Providence College Men’s Hockey The fourth seed in the East region of final proved to be a far less stressful He won the award in 2011 with the Coach Nate Leaman was one of 10 the bracket, PC clinched their trip to task. The Friars blanked the third- Dutchmen after leading them to their coaches to be nominated for the Spencer Buffalo by dazzling the hometown seeded Big Red en route to a 4-0 win, first NCAA Division I tournament Penrose Award, given to the top coach in crowd inside the Dunkin’ Donuts punching their ticket to the Frozen Four appearance in program history. NCAA Division I ice hockey. Nominees Center during two upset victories. and securing their coach a spot in the Following the game against Cornell, consisted of coaches selected as winners In the NCAA East Regional Semifinal, Spencer Penrose Award conversation. Leaman showed little interest in his of the Coach of the Year award for their the Friars came back from a 3-0 deficit Leaman is no stranger to being own personal accomplishments, respective conferences, as well as the to stun top-seeded Minnesota State nominated for the prestigious award, as instead focusing on what the win meant to a team who had been through a lot over the past year. “I’m happy for the players. I think the guys have been waiting to get back to this point all year long,” he said, referring to last year’s loss in the East Regional final to the University of Notre Dame. “I think there was a lot of ache in our team from losing last year in this game the way we did, with a minute left.’’ Unfortunately, the one-time Penrose Award recipient will have to wait a little longer to win his second, as on Tuesday April 9th the American Hockey Coaches Association announced Greg Carvel of the University of Massachusetts as the 2019 winner. Carvel has led UMass to its first Frozen Four appearance in school history, smashing school records along the way. One can only assume that Leaman did not bat an eye as the award was announced, for the coach and his players are zeroed in on their ultimate goal: a second national championship in the past five years. Leaman and PC face off against the defending champions from the University of Minnesota Duluth on April 11 in Buffalo with a trip to the title game on the line. Leaman has won over 300 games in his 16-year coaching career, including 176 wins at PC. PHOTO COURTESY OF PC ATHLETICS Sports Business Organization’s First Semester Shows Promise

by Christian Rada ’22 Sports Staff PC SPORTS

At the start of this semester, the Sports Business Organization Club was formed for students interested in entering the sports industry. The club has already brought in five key sports leaders as guests to talk to students about their stories and how they entered the industry. When asking Graham Collopy ’21 about the goals and expectations for the club, he responded, “We want to be able to have a close-knit community of around 40 members who are actively trying to join the sports industry.” As of right now, Providence College does not have many programs or majors dedicated to the sports industry. Many people believe that in order for someone to join the sports industry they must only take business courses; however, there are many other classes THOMAS ZINZARELLA ’21/THE COWL Members of SBO pose with Athletic Director Driscoll after he gave a talk on his experience becoming AD. that are a part of the industry such as sports psychology and sports media. speakers to share their experiences in who works with Providence College trying to contact the President of the The club is open to anybody and their respective fields. Athletic Director Bob Driscoll and Celtics, Rich Gotham ’86, in order for a welcomes all potential members. PC The first speaker was Sean Holley friars.com. While Rojas talked about group of students to visit his office for students have had some opportunities ’84. After graduating from PC, Holley his career in media and his work with him to give a speech then plan to see a at the Career Expo but many want to recieved a law degree from the Catholic covering the athletic teams, he also had Celtics game.” The club is heading in take the next step to get more involved University of America. He then went dialogue with students with aspirations the right direction, as it wants to expand in the industry. on to become a sports agent for several in other sport fields such as marketing, students’ horizons and give them In the next few years, the club wants NBA players and worked for the Big event planning, or even those exploring opportunities for the future. “The club to start hosting special guests to come East Conference. He is now a professor their options. wants to help students out and give give speeches to the PC community. The at PC, where he teaches the History of There are plans to make the club them meaningful experiences before club is deciding on which path to take; it Sports Colloquium for the Development receive college credit since it is similar leaving for college,” said Collopy. is currently based more on professionals of Western Civilization Program. to a lecture-based class environment. Next year, the club will be a part of the lecturing on their careers. Two of the more well-known speakers When asking about future goals for the Involvement Fair that happens every So far, the club has brought in four from around campus were Nick Rojas, club Collopy stated, “Next year, we are semester. April 11, 2019 SPORTS The Cowl 27 Providence College Investigates: Who Will Win The NHL Stanley Cup? Boston Bruins

by Scott Jarosz ’21 one of the better teams from start to players across the league to reach at However, despite the individual Sports Staff finish I think in the National Hockey least 100 points and he tied in points player success on the team, one other PCI League, specifically the second half with NHL-great Sidney Crosby. reason why the Bruins will dominate of the year. We’ve played well at the Pastrnak notched 38 goals and finished the playoffs this year is because they right times. We’ve earned our way... out the season with 81 points. Patrice can offer depth throughout their whole With March Madness now over, it Guys should be excited to play.” Bergeron, a four-time Frank J. Selke team. Every line that Cassidy puts is the National Hockey League’s turn Cassidy’s confidence in his team is not Award winner and arguably the best out on the ice has a purpose, and all to take center stage with the Stanley unfounded. defensive-forward the league has seen, four lines have each seen success and Cup Playoffs. Featuring eight teams With one of the best lines in the NHL claimed an impressive 32 goals and 79 contributed to the team, whether that each from the Western Conference and two top-notch goaltenders, the points. Aside from the Bruins top line, be goal-scoring, keeping the pressure and the Eastern Conference for a total Boston Bruins have all of the keys they center David Krejci is also going to on the other team, or just playing of 16 teams, this year’s playoffs are need for a successful playoff run. The be a key factor in the Bruins having a physical. sure to provide excitement once again. Bergeron-Marchand-Pastrnak line is a successful playoff run. Krejci is having And, while the Bruins have had Last year’s champion, the Washington force that not many teams are able to one of his best seasons in a while this their share of hardships this season Capitals, are yet again in the playoff reckon with. Marchand put up his first year and matched his career-high 73 (injuries—particularly those sustained field and looking to take home the 100-point season; he is one of the six points. by their defensemen), they have proved Stanley Cup for the second year in a row. time and time again that they can come However, this season, the Capitals have out on top, and a lot of that has to do some serious contenders to prevent with their coaching. them from winning a repeat title. One In addition to the tremendous success such team looking to take home the that the Bruins have had throughout the hardware is the Boston Bruins, the regular season, they have also proven second-seed in the Eastern Conference. to match up very well with the Toronto The Bruins are the team that will win Maple Leafs in the past. For example the Stanley Cup this year. in the 2012-13 NHL season, the Bruins At second place in the Atlantic beat the Maple Leafs 4 games to 3 in the Division behind the Tampa Bay first round of playoffs, which featured Lightning, the Bruins boast a regular a game 7 where the Bruins came back season record of 49-24-9 and a total of from a 4-1 deficit to win not only the 107 points. The Bruins’ record shows game, but the series as well. The Bruins that they have been a powerhouse of and Maple Leafs met in the first round a hockey team throughout the season, of the 2017-18 playoffs, and the Bruins and head coach Bruce Cassidy feels took that series 4 games to 3 yet again. confident that his team will maintain its If the Bruins can stay healthy and success through the playoffs. According get by the Maple Leafs, they are very to 98.5 the Sports Hub, Cassidy said, “I PHOTO COURTESY OF BOSTON BRUINS capable of making a run and taking like our team. We play hard. We were One of the best defensive teams in the league, Boston was tied for the third fewest goals home this year’s Stanley Cup trophy. allowed. Tampa Bay Lightning

by Gavin Woods ’22 Sports Staff defeating the wild card Carolina Hurricanes, the Washington Capitals PCI will likely prove they deserve a shot at defending the Stanley The 2018-2019 Tampa Bay Cup, beating either the Pittsburgh Lightning are going to win this Penguins or the New York Islanders. year’s Stanley Cup. While this is Because of the superior talent within by no means a “hot take,” as the the Eastern Conference, this will Lightning currently lead the Eastern probably be the most challenging Conference, the numbers speak for step of Tampa Bay’s journey to the themselves. The Lightning put up a Stanley Cup finals. If the Lightning historic regular season tying the all- can hold out over the Capitals, they time record of 62 wins, which was will almost certainly defeat the best previously held by the 1995-1996 the Western Conference has to offer: Detroit Red Wings. The Lightning likely, the San Jose Sharks. have also shown an impressive Key factors to the Lightning clutch factor boasting the second finishing what has been dubbed most road wins, 30, in NHL history: “one of the best regular seasons in one shy of tying with the 2005-2006 NHL history” by the NHL, rest in Detroit Red Wings. the stats of their superstar roster; Because the Lightning finished particularly their first line consisting the regular season as the top seed, of Steven Stamkos, Brayden Point, they will be facing the wild card and this year’s Art Ross Trophy Columbus Blue Jackets in the first winner Nikita Kucherov. All three round of playoffs. The Blue Jackets of these players led the team with would not pose a major threat to goals scored (Stamkos had 45 and the far sounder Lightning squad, Kucherov and Point each had 41). if it were not for the world-class All three of these players were key goaltending of Russian keeper, factors in the Lightning scoring the Sergei Bobrovsky, who is a two- PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS Tampa Bay and captain Steven Stamkos hope to win the Lightning their second Stanley Cup. most goals out of any NHL team this time Vezina Trophy winner. The year with 325 goals —36 more than Blue Jackets’ only shot at upsetting the regular season, the Lightning Leafs series. This will certainly be the second place San Jose Sharks. this powerhouse is if Bobrovsky can outscored Columbus 17-3. They an entertaining series, as Toronto The Tampa Bay Lightning have all put up a career series. While this also went 6-for-11 with the man will look to extend their tremendous of the tools for a successful playoff possibility seems unlikely due to the advantage. success at home. run, and, as seen by their success firepower of Tampa Bay’s offense, Barring a miracle from the The following matchup will likely during the regular season, no team it is not uncommon for a keeper to Columbus Blue Jackets, the Tampa prove to be the most testing for the can really pose a serious enough become hot around playoff time. Bay lightning will proceed to the Tampa Bay Lightning, where they threat to them. It is for this reason Also in Tampa Bay’s favor over second round to play the winner of will face-off against the winner of the that I believe they will win the 2019 Columbus is the fact that during the Boston Bruins-Toronto Maple Metropolitan Division. After handily Stanley Cup playoffs. 28 The Cowl SPORTS April 11, 2019 A Look PC Student to Run in Around Boston Marathon Friartown Kathleen Garvey ’20 Raises Money For Men’s Ice Hockey: Boston Children’s Hospital Upcoming: by Sullivan Burgess ’20 Children’s Hospital, each member supporting Sports Staff this charity has a goal of $6,000, and is given a RUNNING sponsor child to represent. For the past 15 years, NCAA Frozen Four Semifinals Garvey and her mother have represented a 4/11 vs. University of Minnesota-Duluth patient named Jillian, who has basically grown In just a few days, the city of Boston will up with the family and is a member in Garvey’s 4/13 Frozen Four Championship host its annual marathon, commemorating the eyes. state holiday Patriots’ Day. 2019 will mark the One of the most important aspects of the race, 123rd marathon. There will be an estimated as well as the longevity of how long her mother Lacrosse: 30,000 runners participating, both amateurs and has been running the marathon, is how it brings professionals. Garvey’s family together even in the worst times. 4/6 vs. Georgetown University, loss 15-17 The marathon runners include amateurs of Garvey’s mother was one of the runners of the all ages, who are able to run as a sponsor for 2013 Boston Marathon, the race when the bombs Upcoming: charity. One of the sponsor runners for this year’s had gone off at the finish line of the race. She had marathon includes Providence College’s own finished the race before the bombs had gone off, Kathleen Garvey ’20. but was just a mere few blocks away from the 4/13 vs. Marquette University Growing up in Massachusetts, Garvey has been scene. an avid fan of the marathon throughout her whole Garvey says this event shows the 4/16 vs. Brown University life, and has always dreamed about running it. In accomplishment her mom had put into running watching the marathon every year at Wellesley the next year along with the other survivors, Square, she was out on the street cheering for her Garvey notes, if she can accomplish this, she can 4/20 at University of Denver mother, who has run over 24 marathons over the accomplish anything. years, and the Boston Marathon for 14 years in a While abroad last semester, around Softball: row, supporting the Boston Children’s Hospital. Thanksgiving, Garvey had gotten the call that With her 15th year coming up in the Boston she was able to compete and run in the marathon. 4/6 at Villanova University, win 2-1 Marathon, Garvey’s mother has decided to make From the moment she returned home from this her final one in Boston. When Garvey heard Europe, the training began. Running most days this news, she quickly decided to join her mother around PC and into the city, Garvey is ready for 4/6 at Villanova University, loss 0-4 in her last race for her own first ever Boston the marathon. Marathon. One note of excitement she is able to witness 4/7 at Villanova University, loss 0-6 For Garvey, she sees the race as not only a while running is being able to hear the cheers memorable moment with her mom, but also a of her name from the groups of people around Upcoming: passing of the torch moment. Garvey says, “It will Massachusetts supporting her and her cause. be quite different than watching on the sideline, While she does not care what her time is for the and I am looking forward to compete with her for marathon, she has asked everyone around her 4/11 at Central Connecticut State University such an amazing cause.” and around the world to donate to her cause for As mentioned, in support of the Boston the Boston Children’s Hospital. 4/13 at DePaul University (doubleheader)

4/14 at DePaul University Tennis:

4/4 vs. Stonehill University, win 4-3

4/5 vs. Villanova University, loss 0-4

4/7 vs. Assumption College, win 7-0

Upcoming:

4/13 vs. St. John’s University

4/18-21 at Big East Tennis Championships Track and Field:

Upcoming:

4/12-13 Ocean State Invitational (co-hosted with Brown University)

4/25-27 at University of Pennsylvania Relays

Garvey (right) poses with teammate and mom, Julie (left). PHOTO COURTESY OF KATHLEEN GARVEY ’20