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DAVID MAITHYA ate Professor of Theology and Director of the auspices of the nonprofit organization League of who were encouraged to participate and share STAFF WRITER League of Faithful Masks. According to Virtue Faithful Masks, which helps fund the equipment their informed opinions in a philosophical in the Wasteland’s website, Mallinson and van and bandwidth. “We love to have other faculty “Would You Rather?” About a dozen students Virtue in the Wasteland is a podcast series Voorhis “discuss ways to cultivate civic courage members get involved, and students are encour- attended the recording session held in the Glob- highlighting interdisciplinary conversations in our age of narcissism and nihilism.” Featured aged to listen to our podcasts and get to know al Village lounge. Allee Alkema, senior, contrib- by Dr. Daniel van Voorhis, Department Chair on iTunes, the podcast was the “number one their professors in a different way,” Mallinson uted her political opinion to the live recording. of History and Political podcast on philosophy for a while, with thou- said. “I think it’s really interesting any time you get to Thought, and Dr. sands of hits and downloads a month,” The podcasts are recorded in various loca- interact with professors outside of a classroom Jeffrey Mallin- according to Mallinson. tions, sometimes even in one of the professor’s setting. It was really cool of them to invite us to son, Associ- The name of the podcast is offices. Despite not being a university-sanc- participate in that experience with them,” Al- derived from the T.S. Eliot tioned production, it “aims to inform the com- kema said. poem, “The Wasteland.” munity out there about important conversations The podcast is produced weekly with new The title explains the happening around here,” Mallinson said. Van episodes appearing every Sunday. “I like listen- mission of the pod- Voorhis and Mallinson rely on word-of-mouth ing to Virtue in the Wasteland because I think cast. Each episode and other media, such as Facebook, to let people they have a fun combination of witty banter and explores rem- know about it. deeper philosophical questions,” Alkema said. nants of civility Along with philosophical and political is- Virtue in the Wasteland promotes the same ide- in our increas- sues, Virtue in the Wasteland discusses pop als of wise citizenship and cultured academic ingly mindless culture. “We will be discussing “Breaking Bad” excellence that the university and CUI Bono culture. and its moral and cultural implications,” said espouse. Not only van Voorhis. Deciding which topics are aired Mallinson and van Voorhis began recording is the podcast sometimes depends on what is going on in the the podcast this past summer, and responses listened to in news. “Everything feeds off the same ideas of have been almost exclusively positive. Van Voo- every state in virtue, decency and complexity,” van Voorhis rhis said that the aim of the program is not to the country, but said. They plan on inviting guest speakers “with be dogmatic, but rather to find possible ways to there are about 45 interesting stories that touch on the human ex- approach issues. other countries that perience.” To access the podcasts, go to www.virtuein- tune in. The podcast A recent episode of Virtue in the Wasteland thewasteland.com/show.html or search “Virtue is conducted under the featured a live audience of Concordia students in the Wasteland” on iTunes.

Honors students to present on New club applications energize campus

MARGARET LANGDON ing them to what it’s like being involved and E-Books in New Orleans COPY EDITOR bringing various speakers on campus to educate people about what’s going on.” said Katie Young, LIANNA JORDAN reading the book electronically, the students Interest in clubs is on the rise, and with it, junior President of Eagles’ Eggs. Having worked STAFF WRITER wrote a critical book review of it and an essay new opportunities for student leaders. LEAD as a volunteer sidewalk counselor before, Young explaining how they felt about the experience Student Activities has recently received several hopes to bring similar service opportunities to This November, representatives from the of reading an e-book. At the end of the study, promising new club applications. Among them, Concordia’s students. Currently, the group, in Honors Program will be traveling to New Or- “everybody, to a person, hated some aspect of the Behavioral Science Club, Games Cubed, and conjunction with Students for Life, is support- leans to participate in the National Collegiate reading electronically,” Bachman said. Eagles’ Eggs. “Clubs are the heart of the cam- ing an Orange County “40 Days for Life” cam- Honors Council (NCHC) Conference. Rikelle Mendonsa, sophomore, who was in pus,” said Brianna Springer, LEAD Program paign. This campaign organizes volunteers to The current group of students in the Honors the Honors Freshman Seminar breakout class Coordinator. “Concordia is putting a lot more pray in front of a local abortion clinic. Program will give a presentation of their find- last fall, shared her feelings about reading e- effort into clubs this year because that’s where Games Cubed is a social gaming group ings from an experiment to catalog students’ books. “Although electronic books would not be the ‘energy’ is. We make an impact in students’ whose unofficial meetings have slowly grown opinions of e-books titled, “Academic Rigor my ideal choice for reading a book for pleasure, lives by going where the energy is.” into a dedicated following. The name refer- in the Freshman Seminar: But Ouch! Student they can be a great resource for students,” Men- The Behavioral Science Club hopes to fill the ences the three types of games the group fo- Antipathy to E-Books.” This presentation will donsa said. need for an on-campus social/academic society cuses on: card games, board games, and video report how last year’s freshmen in the Honors Gianna Kozel, writer for the Honors Pro- for those interested in psychology, behavioral games. “Games Cubed is a diverse and flexible Program felt about electronic reading versus pa- gram newsletter, is excited for the opportunity science, and sociology. Already, excitement is gaming environment where people from many per books. to travel to New Orleans to give the presenta- building for the fledgling group; last year, cur- different backgrounds can socialize, make new Dr. Susan Bachman, Director of the Hon- tion. She is also excited to participate in the var- rent club leaders planned a “Psychosocial,” friends and learn new games that they may not ors Program, will travel with sophomores April ious breakout sessions, including those on the where graduating seniors held a discussion for have had access to anywhere else,” said Jason Hall, Katie Jarnutowski, Gianna Kozel, Kierney topic of newsletter writing. “We’re going to get a students interested in the field. After that event’s O’Brien, sophomore President of Games Cubed. Loucas, Cassidie Read, Danika Schmid, Court- lot of new ideas and be able to get feedback from success, Brendon Blake, junior President of the The group takes some cues from other college ney Thornton; and junior Allistair Galindo to other schools about how to improve our Honors Behavioral Science Club, and Lauren Stevens, gaming clubs, like UCI’s Dungeons and Drag- the conference to present the results. Program,” Kozel said. junior Vice President of the Behavioral Science ons team, but O’Brien hopes to bring a greater Last year, Bachman traveled to Boston to Bachman feels this conference will not only club, realized the potential for the club. Stevens diversity of experiences to Games Cubed. “At attend the annual conference in order to find improve the Honors Program, but will also pro- has big dreams for the club. “I’m excited to see each meeting, we’ll have at least one video game, out more about the NCHC, and was pleasantly vide the opportunity for Concordia to repre- our membership grow,” Stevens said. “I dream one card game and one board game going on,” surprised with her findings. She thought of an sent itself well at a conference with nearly 1,000 of being able to raise enough money that we O’Brien said. “I envision people coming and idea for a presentation, and began to work with universities. “We’re not just little Concordia. could have impressive people come speak–– bringing all their favorite games--I’m looking the students in her Honors Freshman Seminar They’re going to see how strong we are,” Bach- maybe even have a TEDtalk on campus? We’re forward to our members teaching us all some breakout class during the fall 2012 semester. man said. also speculating about a behavioral science May new and interesting things.” That semester, the freshmen in the Honors Current freshmen in the Honors Program term trip.” To get involved, contact club presidents via Freshman Seminar breakout class were required will also participate in the ongoing experiment Eagles’ Eggs, a service-oriented group, en- email. to choose a non-fiction e-book from Concordia in their Freshman Seminar breakout class by courages involvement in the pro-life commu- Blake ([email protected]) Library’s online catalog of e-books, which, ac- reading an e-book, writing a critical book re- nity and hopes to engage and equip students in Young ([email protected]) cording to Carolina Barton, Director of Library view, and writing their opinion of electronic the ongoing abortion debate. “I want to focus O’Brien ([email protected]) Services, contains about 150,000 books. After reading. on inviting people to different activities, expos-

Rather,“You speaking who bring the good truth news in love, to Jerusalem, we are to liftgrow up up your in everyvoice withway intoa shout, Him liftwho it isup, the do head, not be into afraid.” Christ, Isaiah from 40:9 whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love. Ephesians 4:15-16 2 Opinion September 27, 2013 Editorial: The Bear Necessities Celebrating with Bear and Zocks: intellectual Syria? Seriously? diversity

Whether we like it or not, the world listens feel forced to intervene as well, since the nation DAETONA LAURENCE A blood-red line when the U.S. president speaks. That means has already heavily invested in the stability of SPORTS EDITOR thousands of people across the globe heard Assad’s regime. AMANDA OZAKI President Obama promise to put military ac- According to the UN Human Rights Coun- As a transfer student, I’ve had a very unique POLITICAL COLUMNIST tion on the table if chemical weapons were used cil, over 2 million refugees have fled Syria. That’s academic experience. I went from an extremely in Syria. While Iraq and Afghanistan were os- a jump of 1.2 million over a span of 12 months. small high school to a slightly bigger college in “We have been very clear to the Assad regime, tensibly knee-jerk reactions to 9/11, the call for That’s 100,000 each month, or over 3,000 people the Midwest... and now I’m at Concordia, a uni- but also to other players on the ground, that a intervention in Syria is about what it means to a day. Another 4.25 million are displaced within versity that easily doubles the size of my previ- red line for us is we start seeing a whole bunch be human. Syria, making Syrians more displaced than any ous college. In the last few months, I’ve come to of chemical weapons moving around or being When President Obama uttered the phrase other country’s citizens. This is not just a po- a significant conclusion that has altered the way utilized. That would change my calculus. That “red line,” his aides were supposedly taken off- litical conflict that leaders in air-conditioned I look at others and myself. would change my equation.” guard. According to the Washington Post fact conference rooms discuss and argue about. It’s Recently, I have had the privilege of work- When President Barack Obama set a “red checker, the New York Times reported his aides a bloody, dirty, horrific, and disgusting display ing with very diverse groups of people in the line” for the United States in 2012, people listen- to have been surprised by his “unscripted lan- of violence that forces women and children to Concordia community. For instance, majoring ing might have felt a little déjà vu. Former presi- guage.” Nevertheless, the red line was there to drink water that has already been exposed to hu- in both English and Communication Stud- dent Bill Clinton said something similar about stay. As the months progressed, the line became man feces or faint in the heat. The World Health ies has allowed me to get to know people with the genocide in Rwanda, which killed over an international boundary, not limited to Amer- Orgainization has already issued warnings completely different academic interests. It may 800,000 people. “We must have global vigilance. ica. Turkey began to take up the call for a U.S.-led about outbreaks of cholera, a disease that kills seem insignificant, but working with English And never again must we be shy in the face of military strike against the Assad regime, as did in less than 12 hours and is highly contagious. majors rouses completely different viewpoints the evidence,” Clinton said. And yet, the United France. If the United States does not intervene, Around 4 million people are at risk of starva- than working with Communication majors States refused to intervene. Thankfully, it seems another country will. If everyone intervened in tion. A woman desperately told the Washington does. The people from each focus bring forth as if diplomacy in Syria has a fighting chance. the Syrian conflict, things would be much worse Post that they hadn’t had more than one meal a different ideas that allow me to become well- The UN, Russia, Syria, and the United States are than if just the United States took action. Turkey day in months, and that she had been unable to rounded. set to hold talks about the safe disarmament of would intervene to keep the Kurds from being find baby formula for her baby for about a year. I’ve met outgoing students, apprehensive Assad’s chemical weapons. However, if diplo- independent. The Saudis and other Sunni na- I know I sound like a “bleeding heart.” I also students, students who have faced struggles in macy falls apart (which it often does in cases tions would intervene on behalf of the Sunni know that the inevitable response will be, “But the past, easygoing students with no cares in the of political turmoil), President Obama must be Arabs. If the Shi’ite and Sunni divide is allowed how many more will die if the U.S. intervenes?” world, and more. I once took for granted the ready to engage in limited and perhaps covert to deepen any more, the violence is almost sure It’s pretty easy for me to answer that with anoth- fact that I get to work with people from different military operations to preserve the hegemonic to spread to Lebanon. At that point, Iran would er question: how many more will die if we don’t? backgrounds because I was unable to appreci- influence of the United States. ate how important these small differences could be to my education. However, after interacting with these fellow students and colleagues, I have Good intentions, USA Today article published Aug. 31, William dent Obama to present a clear military strategy finally come to value the diversity of Concor- Dermody articulates how, in the event of U.S. concerning Syria. A Sept. 3 article from The dia’s campus and the diversity of people I en- bad results intervention, “Iran, a Shiite Muslim theocracy, Courant notes that a delegation of Congres- counter in life as whole. DAVID SAULET can spur large Shiite populations in friendly sional Democrats have asked President Obama Last semester, I joined the Forensics team, POLITICAL COLUMNIST Arab states to rise up against their leaders.” to lay out the “precise objectives” for a U.S.-led more commonly known as the Speech & Debate Such an occurrence could single-handedly es- air-strike in Syria. Such detailed plans have yet team. Before I encountered the team, I didn’t Since January of 2012, Syrian rebels and the tablish a climate of chaos and fear across several to be revealed because they do not exist. Just as even know what it was or what it did. I was con- Assad regime have been embroiled in daily acts countries, essentially creating more Syria-style in Iraq, America has built up a moral justifica- vinced it had something to do with some CSI of war. What’s worse is that a large percentage conflicts. Furthermore, groups such as Hezbol- tion to intervene without fully assessing what a business or something. Luckily, I was wrong. of the rebel campaign has strong ties to Al-Qa- lah could activate sleeper cells across the globe, post-intervention Syria could look like from a Being the new kid is hard in almost any eda in addition to various Islamist factions and necessitating further military responses and, in geopolitical perspective. situation; however, trying to assimilate into the organizations in the region. Even with all the turn, more violence. Despite our best wishes, All in all, we should be wary. The same re- Forensics team was the most intimidating thing above in mind, a U.S.-led intervention in Syria intervention goes beyond Syria and would im- actionary rhetoric from a decade ago is resur- I’ve probably ever done. The people on the team will not achieve democracy or peace. U.S. inter- pact what King Abdullah II of Jordan called facing as politicians and foreign policy experts were some of the smartest people I have met to vention in Syria risks being the catalyst for even the “Shiite Crescent,” encompassing Iran, Iraq, alike attempt to convince us of something that date, unlike anyone I had previously encoun- greater instability throughout the Middle East Lebanon and Syria. Once we expand our scope we already know to be untrue in the context of tered. I was so overwhelmed by this unique and lacks any coherent end-goal or conclusive to the entire region, we can see how precarious Middle East affairs: namely, that the U.S. mili- group of people that after one day, I was ready vision for what success would look like. intervention truly is. tary is necessary to serve as some sort of objec- to call it quits. However, I stuck with it and real- Calculating how regional actors could re- Starting a job is easy—finishing is the diffi- tive arbiter between the Arab World and their ized that the people on the Forensics team are spond to a U.S. intervention is critical. In a cult part. Rightfully, Congress has pressed Presi- systems of governance, for better or worse. special, rare, awesome individuals that I learn from every single day. Irreplaceable experiences like the ones I have had in my majors and on the Forensics team have illustrated the mixture of people that have come to Concordia with the same goal as me: to grow as a person and as a student. I’ve learned that going to a school with a diverse campus can open my eyes to so much more than I’ve pre- E H 1530 Concordia West, Irvine CA, 92612 viously known. Once I realized this, I was able T Delta Lounge to really embrace Concordia and everything it [email protected] brings to the table. oncordia cui.edu/studentlife/student-newspaper I often hear people mocking Concordia by emphasizing the stereotypes of people that at- ourier Writers tend the school, and if you ask some students Kathy Aberg, Quinn Beattie, William on campus, we’re the least diverse campus in DeMuri, Garrison De Vine, David Garcia, California. 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She said she would not awareness has made her a dynamic powerhouse. wear her recently-earned bling because she is The men’s water polo team is off to a suc- Now, she literally just crushes balls,” Smith said. afraid it is going to bring bad luck to the cur- cessful season with a 5-1 record against nation- out” competi- Coming off of a highly unforgettable season rent season. ally ranked NCAA teams. The Eagles enter their with her teammates, Israel said that her goals Students and fans are enthusiastic about be- second season under Head Coach John Wright, this season were to adjust to the new fresh- ing able to cheer on Israel and the rest of the who led the Eagles with a winning record last tion in women’s men, discover their new rhythm as a team and Eagles this season. “I look forward to watching season while also taking the role of Head Coach to win another ring. One personal goal Israel women’s volleyball win another championship, for the women’s water polo team. Wright is as- has already achieved for this season is taming just like last year,” said Robert Garrido, junior. sisted by Justin Johnson who returns for his sec- volleyball her luscious locks. Israel said that her decision “I’m looking forward to Jessica dominating the ond season, as well as first year assistant Bryce to swap out her staple messy bun for a polished court and helping the Eagles go for that back to McLain. pony with lots of hair spray has been a positive back.” The team trains consistently with early KRISTINA KRAUS change. To see Israel and the rest of the team in ac- mornings and double days at William Woollett STAFF WRITER Although Israel and the rest of her return- tion, attend the next home game on Oct. 1 at 7 Jr. Aquatics Center in Irvine, one of the nation’s ing teammates have rings from their previous p.m. against Vanguard University. most elite aquatics facilities. This facility regu- In recent years, the women’s volleyball larly hosts world renowned aquatics competi- team has made a habit of creating a long win- tions such as the US Nationals and the US Open. ning streak. This year, Jessica Israel, junior, is Although the Concordia team has not faced helping the Eagles continue this tradition with competition from similarly sized schools, they her strength and positivity both on and off the continue to take their skills to the next level. “We court. Standing tall at six foot one with long don’t have a conference or national tournament blonde Rapunzel-like hair, Israel makes winning in the NAIA so we instead play against teams in look like an effortless spike. the NCAA,” explained Johnson. Playing against Israel is playing her in third year at Concor- larger schools has demonstrated how mighty dia as opposite hitter. Although Israel spent the the Eagles are, especially in a recent win against majority of her freshman year on the bench, she Div. 1 Cal State Long Beach. Following this win, used this opportunity to grow and improve as a the team traveled to UC Berkeley where they player. “Every game I would get subbed in for a placed 11th at the NorCal Tournament. Con- player and get a kill and sub back out,” said Is- cordia took wins over big name schools such as rael. The more Israel played, the more she came UC Davis and UC San Diego. Unfortunately, the out of her shell as an outside hitter. Eagles encountered their first loss of the season Known by her teammates as “Ice” because of to nationally ranked #2 UCLA, alma mater team her demeanor on the court, Israel’s dedication and school of Assistant Coach Johnson. to her team is obvious to everyone. “The court According to the coaching staff, the team is brings out the ice in my veins and I can serve,” very diverse, with a number of University and Israel said. Junior College transfers, international students Israel’s icy ways have gained her respect and and incoming freshmen. There is a majority of recognition among her peers and teammates. returning athletes. “The great thing about JC “Jessica can hit harder than most guys,” said transfers is that those players who were once Kevin Fiske, senior men’s volleyball player. She your competition are now your teammates, and was also the first Eagle of the 2013 season to what skills used to be a threat are now weapons be named the GSAC player of the week for her for your advantage,” said Meg Dix, sophomore flawless performance against #20 Cal State San transfer women’s water polo player. “Knowing Marcos. how your teammates play at the beginning of a “Ice is the funniest girl in the group and she season is a huge advantage, especially in men’s is so easy to get along with,” said Jordan Smith, polo.” junior teammate and one of Israel’s closest The Eagles are prepared and on the right friends. Smith and Israel have played together track for an outstanding season led by a great for three years at Concordia and have witnessed Israel celebrates the team’s championship win and hopes to repeat the feat this year. coaching staff. The team is hopeful to see a con- each other grow as both athletes and people. tinuation of the team’s winning streak in tour- naments to come. You can support the Eagles today as they face off against the US Naval Academy at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Men’s Soccer continues legacy Center at 11 a.m. or catch the 6 p.m. game at El Toro High School against UC Santa Barbara. DAVID GARCIA and they are working on finding the right bal- STAFF WRITER ance to improve their performance. “There is always room to improve,” said Ray Estrada, ju- The men’s soccer team came back from nior. “The team chemistry is going up and we Jock Talk with Prescott, Arizona with positive results and a 3-3 can already see the results.” record. With a 3-1 victory against William Jes- It was a tough transition for the Eagles as sup, and a 2-1 victory against Embry Riddle, the nine seniors left the field last year. Despite the Eagles were able to make adjustments and learn short time the Eagles had to build up a new Kristen Pepperling from their out-of-state trip. With a solid perfor- team, they are already looking good. “Preseason mance in Arizona, the team is ready and look- is all about seeing what we have and how we can THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER, STUDENT they realized the potential we all have, and this ing forward to the rest of their season. work with that,” said Assistant Coach Cheyne ATHLETES PROVIDE INSIDE PERSPECTIVES season we know we are headed in the right di- The Eagles will have a big task this season as Gordon. The team has 18 new players, which ON THEIR TEAM, COACHES, AND PROGRESS rection. The whole team knows that we have to they carry on the legacy from last year’s work. puts the coaches on a race to create the right THROUGH THE SEASON. see every day as an opportunity to rise up. If we Concordia went 19-3-1 last season, including a chemistry in the team before the season starts. don’t, then none of us will be able to say we left 10-2-1 mark in non-conference games. In true “The last games have equipped us with a set of it all out on the field. road games last year, the Eagles went 5-1-1, be- skills that will be critical during season,” Gor- The women’s soccer team at Concordia is I knew from the beginning of the year that coming one of the strongest teams Concordia don said. more than just another group of girls who want being on this team would make me a more has ever had. Students are also looking forward to the soc- to win. We don’t typically identify ourselves as a driven athlete and a bigger competitor. It didn’t However, this year’s team will not be intimi- cer season. “We need people in the stands to team who is simply “good on paper.” A reputa- take much to grasp that concept after getting to dated. “Every team is different and we aren’t bang on the drums and blow the horns to sup- tion like that would be a disappointment to us, know my teammates. The women on this team thinking about last year,” said Alex Antonescu, port our men’s soccer team,” said Jamie Vaughan, to say the very least. Yes, we want to win. How- make me want to be better, they make me work senior men’s soccer player. The Eagles under- senior. Giving the Eagles a crowd to play for will ever, winning doesn’t come easy when the only harder, and that is what will make us unique stand their responsibility to one another in or- be important. “As a student, it is so much fun to kind of nets on our field are the ones strapped when we compete in our conference. We do der to achieve the goals they have set for this go out and support them—you could really see to the goals. what we can in practice knowing that it will in- year. “We are focusing on the next practice, the the energy kicking in when everyone was chant- This season, building team chemistry hasn’t fluence our performance in games. Nobody on next game, and finally the GSAC champion- ing and supporting,” Vaughan said. necessarily been a piece of cake. As a team with this team is ready to be satisfied. There is always ship,” Antonescu said. Concordia opens GSAC play at home against a larger number of girls, it is more challenging room for improvement. The Eagles have their eyes set on these goals Arizona Christian on Oct. 2 at 1 p.m. to create and maintain relationships with every It is safe to say that our team has endured single person. Naturally, everyone has a small several hardships and obstacles that have made group with which we would identify ourselves reaching our goals the second priority at times. off the field. But, on the field, things are dif- However, I’m happy to say, I have learned that ferent. If there is one thing that my teammates moments and experiences that sometimes hold and I have in common, it’s that we will compete us back have brought us closer together as a and fight every day until we get what we know team. What is truly important is that when a we deserve as a team. Every one of us wants a member of our group needs someone or some- shot at a National Championship because we go thing, any one of us would drop anything to be deeper than just the stats. there, and we wouldn’t expect anything less of As a returner, I can speak from experience each other. in saying that last year left the team with high Setting high standards for each other ap- aspirations and motivation to improve. All of us plies both on and off the field—we know that. If walked away from last season hungry for more. you’re a part of the women’s soccer team at Con- Our coaches set high standards for us because cordia, you know that “good enough” never is. 4 On Campus September 27, 2013

TheReal Dormwives of Concordia

ALICIA HARGER “We got the call to be campus pastor and just let employed by Concordia. She works as the Di- As well as taking care of her three children, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF it happen. We fell in love here and it’s exciting rector of Alumni and Family Relations. Stacie Noah, Taylor and Sam, Brenda works part-time to come back,” Summer said. Living on campus and her husband, Dr. Jeff Mallinson, live in the as a pre-K teacher’s aide. “We want our students With décor straight from a Pinterest board is also great for her children, Jonah and Kaden. Global Village hall. The family is exploring their to know they can come to us for whatever rea- and a set of hors d’oeuvres to match, Joy Keith’s “They have more friends their own age here role on campus. “We’re trying to give a piece of son,” Brenda said. “A lot of students are away dorm home is the perfect place for a meeting of than they did in our neighborhood,” Summer other cultures to students here,” Stacie said. from home for the first time. We want to build the Real Dormwives of Concordia. said. The Global Village hall is a great fit for the community and let them know we’re here.” “Welcome, welcome. Sit down. Can I get Joy is the veteran of living on campus. This is Mallinson family; even the Mallinson children, Living with families in close quarters to col- you a drink?” Joy is the epitome of hospitality. actually her second stint as a non-student resi- Auggie and Aidan, “love new things... especially lege students isn’t always the easiest situation. Soon enough, the group of four women is dent of Concordia. Joy and Scott Keith lived on crazy and bizarre things,” Stacie said. “Jeff has a For Stacie and Brenda, reducing to one bath- seated around the table—laughing, snacking, campus for two years from 1996 to 1998 when passion for traveling and nurturing the relation- room was a major challenge. The lack of privacy and talking like lifelong friends. Joy, Stacie Mal- Scott was employed as the RD. She moved into ship with students.” The Mallinsons aren’t afraid can be hard, too, especially with teenaged chil- linson, Brenda Ruehs, and Summer Anderson Gamma with Scott and their three children for to tackle new challenges; the family is training dren. Joy misses her backyard the most: “I miss make up a cadre of women living on campus the beginning of spring semester 2013. “I feel their kitten to use the toilet. Stacie also feels liv- the backyard for our dog and for yard work. I with their husbands and children. like we’ve come full circle,” Joy said. ing on campus is beneficial to her position in like doing yard work so I’ve replaced a yard with For Summer, moving onto campus this year “Now we have a student here.” The Keiths’ alumni affairs. “Families enjoy that I’m here to my little garden.” is really a return home. Summer and Pastor oldest son is currently a freshman here at Con- be part of the experience. I think I give them a “I don’t miss things I thought I would have a Quinton Anderson both completed their un- cordia. Joy’s hospitality toward students has little peace of mind,” Stacie said. problem with. And I miss things I never would dergraduate degrees at Concordia. The bubbly made her into a sort of surrogate family member For Brenda, moving on campus was an im- have thought of,” Summer said. “There are so woman is busy transitioning from life in Colo- to many students. “It’s ‘Aunt Joy’ or ‘Auntie’ to a mediate yes. “I really liked the idea of living on many things you get to take. It’s not just giving rado. “We left so much of our life. Trying to be lot of them,” said Joy. “We’re really trying to fill campus,” Brenda said. “Everybody thought we up.” involved is harder—but it just feels right,” Sum- in as a family when students are far away from were crazy for it.” Because her husband, Jona- What unites these women isn’t their walks in mer said. “We’re really here to be a part of the their own families.” Whether it’s for a home than Ruehs, is a DCE, their family was around life or even their geographical nearness. These community.” cooked meal or just a listening ear, students are youth and kids quite often anyway. “It was an dormwives of Concordia are united by their ser- Summer explained that the choice to come never turned away from the Keith’s home. instant decision. It wasn’t a big adjustment; now vant’s hearts, their Christian willingness to love to Concordia was serendipitous for her family. Stacie is the only one of this group who is we just live with them,” Brenda said. and their familial optimism. It Just Adds Up: Dr. Amanda Croll “Like” us on new Math professor Facebook! ISABEL RAMOS Her aim is to be a positive influence for is posted to the time they are hired,” Preuss said. STAFF WRITER students, especially young women in the male- It is competitive, and only a few applicants are dominated math field. “Linear algebra is a very even eligible for interviews. There are a lot of Don’t forget to “like” Dr. Amanda Croll, Professor of Mathemat- hard class, but Dr. Croll is very approachable people that need to approve each potential can- the Concordia Courier ics, joined the Concordia faculty on July 1. Croll and makes things easier to understand,” said didate before a mutual agreement of who is the teaches three sections of Core Math and one Corey Kelso, senior. finest candidate is made. A lot of time and effort Facebook page—you’ll section of Linear Algebra. “I just love math- Croll spent the past six years working on is spent on choosing just the right candidate for ematics and I want people to understand that her Ph.D. in Mathematics at the University of each available position. find links to PDFs of old it encompasses so much more than what K-12 Nebraska, where she also taught as a graduate More than their degrees and qualifications issues and our Dear Abby schools teach,” Croll said. teaching assistant. Besides having her doctorate are taken into account; Bret Taylor, Mathemat- A Texas native with a welcoming smile and in Commutative Algebra, Croll is also a certified ics Department Chair, explained that applicants submission site. a tender approach to teaching, Croll credits scuba diver and loves going on bike rides. She is are also considered for their faith and their con- her father for her love of math. When she was enjoying living in Irvine with her husband. tributions to Concordia. Since this is a Christian young, they played fun math games which cre- Tim Preuss, Dean of Arts and Sciences, ex- university, it is important that teachers are able Follow us on Instagram too! ated a positive association with math for her. plained that the procedure for hiring new fac- to exude their faith and apply it to the subject “My goal is to show a different side of math,” ulty is very complicated and time consuming. they are teaching. Croll said. ”It takes about one year from the time the job September 27, 2013 Off Campus 5 Solar Decathlon to be held in Irvine Global Village International “The sun is a resource—that is literally shin- variety of subjects including Green Careers, celebrates Real ing twelve hours out of the day—that needs to making your home and business green and how be utilized. Activities like the Solar Decath- cities can make themselves more environmen- collegiate competi- lon are ones that promote the idea of cleaner, tally friendly. greener energy that will allow us to continue The actual days of the events are Oct. 3-6 international Dormwives tion emphasizes our lifestyle without having such a detrimental and Oct. 10-13. The event is being held at the effect on the environment in which we live,” said Orange County Great Park, which is located at alternative energy Angelica Grigsby, senior. the geographical center of Orange County. For heritage of Concordia Along with the solar decathlon there will CUI students without a car, there will be a shut- also be the XPO: an exposition of clean, re- tle provided by OCTA that will be picking stu- and creative design newable, and efficient energy. The XPO will dents up from UCI at the crossroads of Campus include a variety of guest speakers, educational and UCI Center, which is a short bike ride from activities, classes, an art exhibit, a competition the CUI campus. The shuttle itself will cost $2 BRYCE KELLEY GARRISON DE VINE of student-designed electric vehicles in their to ride to the Solar Decathlon. Admission to the STAFF WRITER STAFF WRITER trial phases, a farmers’ market, and trade show Solar Decathlon and the XPO is free. More in- th booths featuring several solar companies. Guest formation on the Solar Decathlon can be found The 12 annual Irvine Global Village Festi- Orange County Great Park in Irvine is going speakers and presentations will vary over a wide at www.solardecathlon.gov. val is coming to the Bill Barber Park tomorrow to host the U.S. Department of Energy Solar De- from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Irvine Global Vil- cathlon Oct. 3-13. The competition challenges lage Festival was founded in 2001 to help raise student teams to design and build energy-effi- awareness of other cultures within and sur- cient solar homes which will be judged on a va- rounding the Irvine community. Around 20,000 riety of criteria. The criteria include architecture visitors are expected to attend. of the homes, engineering, communications, af- The festival offers many different attractions fordability, comfortability, hot water, appliances, free of charge. From live music to unique cultur- home entertainment and energy balance. This is al food to general family fun, there is something the first time the Solar Decathlon will be held for everyone who attends. According to the City outside of Washington D.C. since the competi- of Irvine, the festitval is the “city’s largest and tion started in 2002. The event occurs bi-yearly most attended community event. Recognized and will include competing student teams from as the best cultural festival in Orange County, around the world. One team is coming from as Global Village features more than 100 perfor- far as the Czech Republic to compete. mances on five stages.” “Over the last decade, we have seen the So- “There are $1-$3 tastings from 40 restau- lar Decathlon houses integrate the latest innova- rants, over 30 cultural exhibits with free give- tions in renewable energy and energy efficiency, aways and shopping at 40 international mer- including more technologies and systems that are available today and affordable. This includes everything from ‘smart’ energy management systems to highly efficient appliances and efficient building design,” said Jason Lutterman, Communications Specialist at the Office of En- ergy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. “In addition, the 2013 teams will be allowed to feature an electric vehicle with their house, demonstrat- ing that clean energy living extends outside the Construction of the energy efficient houses has begun at the Great Park. home.”

Abbey west provides shuttle service to off-campus churches QUINN BEATTIE Paul’s, Christ Costa Mesa and Salem in Orange. opportunity to grow and expand their faith, STAFF WRITER Right now, there are organized vans to Light along with connecting to other Christ following of Christ Church and also Faith Capistrano— students. Abbey west, the student ministry program these are the most heavily attended churches “Having been limited to on-campus activi- chants, a free raffle drawing for a trip and gift run by Concordia, has begun Sunday shuttle by students—but carpools are being planned ties my freshman and sophomore years, it has cards with completed survey,” said Mya Sanders, services to off-campus churches for the first and organized by other students who are able been a good experience to become involved in a Cultural Arts and Activities Superintendent for time this year. Students wanting to connect with to drive. local church,” Duerr said. the City of Irvine. “Plus it is a day outside not Christ and to attend church with fellow class- Information can be found online at the ab- All students are welcome to meet at Concor- studying!” mates are invited. This is the first year the ser- bey west website, abbeywest.org, or on Face- dia on Sunday mornings to take the shuttle to There will be no on-site parking for this vice has been offered to students. Abbey west is book. Facebook groups are being formed for church. It is also greatly appreciated if students event. However, shuttles will be provided from helping students get involved outside of Con- each of the churches to organize rides and car- are willing to drive and carpool with other stu- many different areas surrounding the festival cordia and encouraging them to establish rela- pools throughout the week; interested students dents to avoid taking a van for only three stu- from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Another fun way to get tionships with outside churches. can find those groups by searching for “Con- dents. to the Festival is by biking. There are many dif- Abbey west is helping students connect to cordians at (church name).” For more information, students can join the ferent trails to get to the event, and you can store Christ by implementing their mission to “make “It’s important for students to get involved Facebook groups, look at the abbey west web- your bike at the free Bike Valet, hosted by the disciples of a new generation.” Every Sunday in local churches because it gives them the op- site under the section “Your Discipleship” (sub- Bicycle Club of Irvine and the Orange County students can meet at the Grimm Hall breeze- portunity to develop their faith outside of the section “Worship”), contact Nicholas Duerr or Bike Coalition. Biking is an easy and environ- way at 9:30 a.m. to attend their church of choice. school community,” said Nicholas Duerr, senior On-Campus Pastor Quinton Anderson. mentally great way to get to the festival. Handi- They are offering services to five different Care Ministry Coordinator. capped parking is available at the San Juan or churches: Light of Christ, Faith Capistrano, St. The shuttle services will give students this Civic Center parking lots adjacent to the Festi- val. The festival was voted the 2009 Best Fes- tival by OC Weekly and is ready to live up to Physics Club’s uncertainty principle that statement on Saturday. For more information about the event, entertainment schedule or shuttle schedules, visit irvinefestival.org. TAYLOR HANE more students are looking for ways to get in- who share the same interests expand their hori- STAFF WRITER volved and meet people with common interests. zons and knowledge. Students who wish to broaden their sci- “We hope to have a lot of guest speakers this Due to the increasing interest in science at ence backgrounds are encouraged to look into year, as well as a lot of well-known physicists to Concordia, plans for a new Physics Club are in the club. “Members from other majors are, of come to our events or to speak at our club once the works. Although physics has been integrated course, welcomed and encouraged,” said Holl- it is up and running,” said Nestor Nunez, junior into some of the other science clubs on campus, man. and President of the Physics Club. the addition of the Physics major has sparked “Although I am not a Physics major, I enjoy Future plans for the club also in- a demand for an individual club. “The Physics physics and would love to be a part of a club that clude a trip to a theme park and vari- Club in particular is meant to be a complement allows students to explore physics in a more re- ous joint events with the Chemistry Club. to the new Physics major that has been intro- laxed environment,” said Nicole Smith, junior The club is still awaiting final approval. Once duced this year,” said Cassie Hollman, senior Biology major. the Physics Club is official, the board looks for- and Vice President of the Physics Club. “You don’t have to be a Physics or even a Sci- ward to scheduling their first events. Contact There has been a large increase in the scien- ence major to benefit and have fun,” Hollman Nunez for more information at nestor.nunez@ tific clubs available on campus in the last couple said. The club is simply to encourage students eagles.cui.edu. of years as the sciences have expanded, and 6 Arts and Reviews September 27, 2013

Artist Spotlight: Christina Vogt “Where charity

My name is Christina Annalisa Vogt. Some Hepburn, and the second I started drawing her, doodle pens. Whenever I am sitting in front of and love odd little facts about me: I love to drive around I fell in love with art. I have the drawing on my my computer or when I have a marker in hand, and get lost, I like to people-watch (yes, creepy wall to remind me of what I love to do, along I forget the world for a few hours and just un- prevail, there I know), and I don’t like words of affirmation. with a quote from Audrey Hepburn that says, wind. To some people that might sound rather I live in glorious Laguna Niguel, California. “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m strange, but I find it relaxing. I do everything People think, “Wow! You live by the beach. You Possible!’” for the glory of God and I don’t take the credit God is found” must go there a lot!” Honestly, I am not a fan of When I began applying to colleges, I planned for my talent; it is because of Him that I create! the beach. I love going to the lake. to apply to the Fashion Institute of Design and After college, I don’t know where I am go- And, now that you know me a little better— I Merchandising and here, Concordia. I only ap- ing to go. Wherever God leads me, wherever He am an artist! I am here at Concordia studying plied to Concordia and obviously got in. God takes me—that’s the plan so far. I might head to KATHERINE DUBKE Graphic Design with a Marketing minor and I had this plan for me to come here, to create last- San Francisco, back East or living back at home GUEST WRITER will be graduating this May. I am an illustrator, ing friendships, and to help build a community with my parents. Who knows where my artistry painter, drawer, photographer, graphic designer, through being a Resident Assistant. will take me? Hopefully I’ll go somewhere fun Concordia’s annual Fall Festival of Hymns and—hopefully, one day—an animator. A cou- One thing people don’t know about me is and adventurous. returns the first weekend in October, featuring ple of years ago, I saw a Pixar documentary de- that I never decline offers to create works of Some of my artwork is hanging on display in the creative efforts of guest organist and direc- scribing what Pixar Animation Studios was all art for people. I am constantly designing logos, the first floor entryway of Grimm Hall. I have a tor Dr. David Cherwien and his wife, poet and about and I automatically fell in love with ani- taking photos, and doodling. I agree that the portfolio website at christinaannalisa.daportfo- guest reader for the concert, Susan Palo Cher- mation. My goal is to work for Disney or Pixar EARTH without ART is just EH! lio.com and I also have a Facebook page for you wien. as an animator someday. When I am in the creative zone, you can of- to like: Christina Annalisa Design & Photog- There will be two separate events the same I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of ten find me with unsweetened tea and jamming raphy. I am so thankful for the talent God has weekend: “Do Not Let My Words Fall to the my life in my senior year of high school, during out to Mumford and Sons, Of Monsters and given me and I am so blessed to be able to use Ground: Cultivating Creative and Divine Spark the only art class I took. My teacher had us draw Men, The Lumineers, and All Sons & Daugh- my gift for Him. in Writing,” a workshop led by Palo Cherwien our favorite celebrities. I chose to draw Audrey ters, alongside my computer and my black on Oct. 5 at 4 p.m., and the Fall Festival of Hymns concert on Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. The Concordia Choir and the Master Cho- rale will present familiar and contemporary hymns that “celebrate the Christian faith tradition from around the world,” said Dr. Michael Busch, Director of Choral Activities and Profes- sor of Music. The Fall Festival of Hymns is a tradition that began with previous choral director, Dr. Michael Burkhardt. Busch has continued this tradition, “[maintaining] an active annual festival of hymns.” What distinguishes this Fall Festival of Hymns from Concordia’s other annual concerts is that the audience is included in the participa- tion. It is a concert “where the audience becomes the performer” and essentially, “the audience is the most important choir,” Busch said. All who attend are “given an opportunity to worship.” “I like to shape hymn festivals around themes that matter to us today,” Cherwien said. This year’s musical theme is based on the song “Ubi Caritas” by composer Maurice Duruflé. The text translates as follows: “Where charity and love prevail, there God is found. Christ’s love has gathered us into one. Let us rejoice and be pleased in Him. Let us fear, and let us love the living God. And may we love each other with a sincere heart.” Cherwien mentioned the tur- bulence of terrorism and the chaotic world that we face daily. “When the world says war, but the song says peace, we will trust the song...the incarnation is Christ coming among us to say, ‘Don’t be afraid,’” said Cherwien. Regarding the content of the Hymn Festival, Cherwien said, “This program makes use of songs from quite a span of time, [from tradition- al] chant to modern chant...from Africa, from all over.” He credits organist Paul Manz for teaching him improvisatory techniques. “Most One of Vogt’s art pieces based upon Matthew 7:24-27, the story of the house upon the sand and the house upon the rock. of the songs will be introduced by improvised ‘preludes’—full interpretive pieces rather than perfunctory introductions,” said Cherwien. Palo Cherwien has prepared special reflec- tions to accompany the music—a blending of words and song. “This love of music, poetry, Not your high school’s Glee club theology, and spirituality has come together perfectly for me in the writing of hymn texts— words which are meant to be sung, that have to be good in the mouth,” Palo Cherwien said. to broaden their artistic abilities.” dents can work together and produce quality In addition, Palo Cherwien will be hosting Stage Door Barnes decided to found the group to ad- work. We are a very small theater department, a creative writing workshop which will comple- dress the need for students to apply musical the- but we are strong,” Dominguez said. “We believe ment the Hymn Festival with its theme of “cre- ater skills and grow as artists. “We saw that there that a group like this could really represent the ativity” and “divine spark.” When asked about 141 provides was a dire need for a group that was geared to- department well, and show what we are capable the effect music and words create, Palo Cher- wards musical theater,” Barnes said. “This group of .” wien said, “We produce vibrations of beauty gives its members the opportunity to grow in “We are artists who work hard to produce with our very breath...the heart—that place musical theater areas that they may not feel as strong in. For ex- quality work, and we look forward to present- where body, mind, and spirit come together—is ample, a student who has more experience with ing it to the Concordia community and more,” moved, quite often changed, by what we sing.” opportunities singing could also use this opportunity to be- said Barnes. All are invited to attend these special events come a better dancer and actor.” Due to the lack Sean Derbyshire, senior and member of that celebrate the gifts of words and song. “I of musical theater performance opportunities, Stage Door 141, said, “There is so much to mu- hope [this event will] provide a sense of mo- BROOKE SPRINGER the company members of Stage Door 141 meet sical theater and this group helps me to explore mentary relief from the stresses of our lives and STAFF WRITER twice a week to practice. more of that world. Wesley, Alex, and Siekmann [the] world,” Cherwien said. Since Stage Door 141 is a brand new group really challenge us in all aspects.” The Fall Festival of Hymns will take place Two of Concordia’s experienced musical on campus, Barnes and Dominguez partner “I joined the group to work on strengthen- on Sun. Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. General admission $15; theater enthusiasts—Wesley Barnes and Alex- with Lori Siekmann, Assistant Professor of The- ing my confidence in performing musicals, es- Seniors $10; Students FREE. Purchase tickets at andra Dominguez, juniors—have created a new ater, who is the group’s mentor. She helped run pecially my singing. I also wanted to learn fun www.cui.edu/TheArts. group, Stage Door 141, to encourage individual the auditions and contributed to the company’s dances and hang out with my friends,” said Bri- “Do Not Let My Words Fall to the Ground: performers to grow as artists. member selection process. A lot of talented ana Kolmer, sophomore. Cultivating Creative and Divine Spark in Writ- “Stage Door 141 is a small company of Con- people auditioned, but only a select few were “All of the members of the company made ing” will take place on Sat. Oct. 5 at 4 p.m. It is cordia students who wish to really challenge picked. Barnes, however, affirms that there is the decision to be a part of this company be- FREE for all who desire to attend. themselves and excel in the arts,” Barnes said. still an opportunity to be a part of the company. cause they all share a love for performing,” “This company gives its members the opportu- “We hold auditions earlier in each semester and Barnes said. nity to work with one another learning songs, select as many students as needed,” Barnes said. To learn more about Stage Door 141, contact choreography and scenes—not to show off, but “I am so ready to show that Concordia stu- Barnes at [email protected]. September 27, 2013 Arts and Reviews 7

Dear Abby... FowlERIK DER Living Like the famous “Dear Abby” ad- worked too darn hard to get to this point and vice column, Courier readers can fail a class, causing you to stay an extra semester to graduate. No one wants that. So here’s how submit anonymous letters to receive you can overcome senioritis and pass all your advice for all aspects of life. You can classes: submit hard-copy letters at the Courier Step 1: Try to schedule your classes for later office in the Delta Lounge or digitally in the day so you’re not tempted to sleep in and using the Survey Monkey link found miss them. This is somewhat pointless this far on The Courier’s Facebook page. into the semester, but keep it in mind when scheduling next semester’s classes. Dear Abby, Step 2: Know exactly where you are in your How do I overcome senioritis when I re- classes so you can do the bare minimum and ally, really don’t give a $%!+? still pass. Take advantage of the easy extra credit Love, assignments so you can afford not to do well on Slacker Senior a test later on. Keep track of your grade so that you can slack off but also pass. Dear Slacker, Step 3: Break up your tasks into smaller Fun fact: the term for a series of sym- ones so they’re easier to accomplish. You can bols used to signify a curse word is called a take long breaks in between and have time to “grawlix.” Now, on to your senioritis: the root live your life, but make sure you’re getting stuff cause of your affliction might be that you’ve done. worked your butt off for three whole years to Step 4: Ask for help when you need it! If get to this point and now there’s no threat of you are really going to fail, talk to your profes- college acceptances to keep you accountable. sor and see what can be done. Get involved in But keep in mind that YOU HAVE WORKED a study group with friends so you can get your THREE WHOLE YEARS TO GET TO work done, have fun and keep each other ac- WHERE YOU ARE. countable. You’ve had 7:30 a.m. classes, countless Overall, just remember how much you’ve papers and assignments and the Core, and put into your education at Concordia, and don’t you’ve gotten through it all. You’ve also prob- let yourself mess it up this far into the game. ably paid thousands of dollars to go to school Good luck, and I hope NOT to see you here here, and taken out loans you’ll be paying off next year! until long after you’ve forgotten the impor- tance of the Fibonacci sequence. You have Love, Abby

Diversity Awareness hosts movie night BRITTNEY GARNER night. I think having food from different cul- STAFF WRITER tures would make it more interesting too,” said Abel Landa, freshman. The LEAD Diversity Awareness program There will be an announcement for the is hosting a monthly movie night to bring stu- October movie night soon. They plan to show dents together and promote cultural awareness. a movie that will promote German culture in On Sept. 13 they showed the movie Selena in the honor of Oktoberfest. “We will probably show Outdoor Amphitheater. The movie was shown a Hansel and Gretel film,” Cortez said. A special on a projector outside, and around 25 students German-themed lunch will take place on Oct. 8 huddled on their blankets while they enjoyed in the Student Union to allow students to get a hot chocolate, popcorn and cotton candy. Be- chance to taste some German cuisine. cause the movie was chosen in honor of Nation- On Oct. 20 from 1-4 p.m., there will be al Hispanic Awareness Month, they also served an off-campus trip to downtown Huntington Mexican sweet bread. Beach’s Old World, where students will be able “We want to support Concordia and work to to experience German culture, food and shop- educate and respect every culture our school is ping. “I’m looking forward to the off-campus made of through the various events we put on,” trip to Old World because I would like to be- said Ericka Cortez, senior member of the Diver- come more knowledgeable of German culture, sity Awareness program. Another member of especially their cuisine,” said Lindsey Dela Salas, If you’re an artist with a story to share, an athlete with a point of view, or the program, Nikki Ancona, freshman, said, “I junior. thought the movie choice was perfect in light of More announcements of upcoming events just a mildly cool person, contact us! it being Hispanic Awareness month and my fa- will be coming soon. The next movie will be There are opportunities to write about yourself or to have yourself and vorite part of the night were all the tasty snacks.” shown at a new location for better viewing qual- your organization written about! The Diversity Awareness program is encourag- ity, likely the lacrosse or soccer field. “We want ing more students to participate and help Con- to keep a positive atmosphere here at Concor- cordia become more culturally mindful. dia,” Cortez said. “Everyone is invited and the Email: [email protected] “I am very interested in learning about other Diversity Awareness members look forward to cultures and would like to attend the next movie seeing you at our next events.” 8 Everything Eagles September 27, 2013 Strong start for Beloved and Battalion Eagle Rock upcycled as TAYLOR BUNDY d ay.” “People start small groups all the time,” Oede- ARTS & REVIEWS EDITOR Another improvement for Battalion and Be- waldt said, “but if there is an overarching theme, Commuter loved this year is simply having an overarching the Battalion group ministries are united while The men’s and women’s Bible study groups, theme to unify the small groups. This gives each keeping fluidity.” Battalion and Beloved, will be starting their group the freedom to choose what they want to Sun. Sept. 29 starting at 7:30 p.m., Battalion Lounge small group studies the first week of October. talk about each week instead of having to mirror is having a “bond-fire” outside Good Shepherd MICHELLE MARTIR Anyone interested in joining a group is encour- the other groups. Chapel for the male Bible study groups, and for STAFF WRITER aged to contact one of the new coordinators for Although Battalion is still deciding between any other men still interested in joining a small Battalion and Beloved: Zach Oedewaldt, senior, a couple of themes, one of the options is study- group. The event is informal and Oedewaldt Eagle Rock will re-open as a commuter or Shannon Alavi-Moghaddam, junior. ing the men in the Bible, such as David, Daniel, welcomes guys to stop by for hot dogs, brat- lounge around mid-October of this year to pro- Oedewaldt and Alavi-Moghaddam have al- Paul and Peter. Beloved is also considering a wursts and good conversation. vide a place for all students to relax, study or so- ready given new life to Battalion and Beloved. similar option to study strong Biblical women. Anyone interested in joining a small group cialize. When Eagle Rock was a late night grill, One of their first prerogatives was figuring out The small group studies will not be strict or Bible study can contact Alavi-Moghaddam at more money was being spent to maintain it than how to create lasting small groups since atten- have lesson plans; alternatively, they will flow [email protected] or Oedewaldt at battal- it was making. The building is currently under dance has tended to decline in recent years. This based on the needs or direction of the members. [email protected]. construction. A wall is being put up in order to goal was the basis for the selection of the theme separate the kitchen area from the lounge. AS- verse this year: Hebrews 10:23-25. CUI President Jamie Rivera said, although space Instead of having one introductory meeting is limited, “we are working with what we have.” where students could sign up for small groups, Rivera sees this as an opportunity to make the Oedewaldt and Alavi-Moghaddam decided to lounge “a little bit more ‘homey.’” Once finished, use the month of September to feature a joint the revamped Eagle Rock will include a refriger- men’s and women’s Bible study every Wednes- ator, a microwave, a television, couches, a study day night. They were held in Sigma Square and area and, possibly, lockers. Currently, commut- led by Pastor Jim Gwaltney from Light of Christ ers do not have any of these benefits on campus. Lutheran Church in Irvine. In order to keep the lounge community- The idea behind the large group Bible study based, ASCUI decided resident students will be with both Beloved and Battalion was because able to enjoy the benefits as well. “I’m not sure “we wanted to allow students who were inter- if I’ll be spending a lot of time there, since I am ested in a Bible study to be able to meet other currently living on campus, but it would be nice people before committing to a group,” Alavi- to have another place to hang out and study,” Moghaddam said. “It also gave students an op- said Michelle Morgan, junior. portunity to meet the leaders beforehand and With the student population at an all-time see who they would connect with.” high, places such as Emendare are usually full. Regarding Pastor Gwaltney, Oedewaldt said, Commuter students might look forward to this “It’s great to have a local pastor lead a study; it’s new lounge as an alternative space and crowd someone you don’t see every day. I’ve known relief. “I will definitely spend more time on him for three years now, and he’s really good at campus now that this lounge will exist,” said engaging people and initiating discussion.” Sean Mattila, junior, “especially in between The turnout for the first Bible study in Sig- classes when there is enough time to hang out ma Square was so successful that students were for a while but not enough time to go home.” lined up along the back wall for lack of seats. “I Arianna Vaughn, junior, said that she, too, is was not expecting a lot of students to have a de- looking forward to the commuter lounge. “I can sire to delve deeper into God’s Word, but I see stop bugging my friends to see if they’re in their that now through these groups,” said Cody Pe- rooms or not,” Vaughn said. terson, junior and Battalion small group leader. As soon as the lounge is finished and ready “But when Sigma Square is filled with people, for the public, ASCUI and LEAD’s Commuter it’s such a blessing to see, to see people eager for Outreach will work together to put on a grand God’s Word and fellowship.” opening event. The exact date is not yet deter- Jessica Abel, junior and Beloved small group mined, but, if everything goes as planned, the leader, said, “Even though we had a different new commuter lounge will open sometime mid- group of girls every week, each group already October. Once it is open, LEAD’s Commuter seemed really comfortable with each other. Ev- Outreach is hoping to host commuter events eryone had a willingness to be honest and open there. They will likely be the group in charge of regarding the topics. It felt really relaxed, even maintaining the lounge over time. Email Rivera though I had only met some of the girls that Having fun at Huntington Beach during the Beloved Getaway Day in September. LINDSAY DUERR at [email protected] for more information. Upcoming intramural President’s Bowl Talking to the stars: KATHY ABERG students,” Krueger said. STAFF WRITER Many students who play flag football find Astronomy guest lecture it to be an easy way to relieve stress, and a great On Fri. Oct. 4 from 6-9 p.m. on the soccer way to get out of the dorms and away from field, various intramural flag football teams will homework. “Flag football is pretty much my fa- WILLIAM RICHARDSON relationship of ultra high energy cosmic rays. compete in the President’s Bowl. All students, vorite extracurricular at school. I can go out and STAFF WRITER “One of the things students took away from friends and family are invited as the men’s and just have fun,” said Taylor Wells, junior player the presentation was the excitement of scien- women’s flag football teams play in the champi- for Team Pink. “It’s good to feel like a student On Sept. 17, the Departments of Chemistry tific discovery. Despite all that we have learned onship games. Guests can look forward to food athlete again, and to feel like I am part of a team, and Physics hosted a seminar by Dr. Pierre V. about cosmic rays in the last years, there is still vendors, bonfires, games and prizes, all while like I was in high school.” Sokolsky, Dean of the College of Science and so much we don’t know,” Kenney said. enjoying the games out on the field. Team Pink is the women’s returning cham- Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the Uni- “[Astronomy has] always sounded like an in- Dakota Voas, senior and LEAD Coordina- pion team from last year. They have won all five versity of Utah. The presentation was planned teresting topic, but I know it has a lot to do with tor of Intramural Sports, said that the best part of their games this season. “We have a lot of fun. in conjunction with the addition of the Physics physics and that’s not my strongest subject,” said about playing flag football is “scoring touch- It’s more about having fun together than beating major. Robert Shiroky, junior. downs and seeing your teammates get that ex- another team, and we really just love being out “In the 21st century, physics is everywhere,” “Even with [non-Physics] majors, discus- citement going when they pull a flag or score there,” Wells said. said Dr. John Kenney, III, Professor of Chemis- sions like this allow students to learn more and touchdowns.” Voas also said that she likes that Another returning champion team who try and Chemical Physics, Director of Chemical could possibly change their minds about the the games are now on Friday nights. “It helps is excited about this year’s President’s Bowl Physics Laboratory, and Chair of the Depart- subject,” Patel said. “They could have a fear of freshmen have something to do on Fridays, is men’s flag football team Top Gun. Robert ments of Chemistry and Physics/Astronomy. astronomy because they think they have to have since a lot of them don’t have cars. It’s also bet- Daum, Austin Derryberry, and Tanner Wade, “It drives all of the computers, cell phones, and a complete understanding of physics, which isn’t ter because all the games are now on one night, seniors, have been playing intramural flag foot- all electronic devices. Physics is ubiquitous in the case.” instead of three nights of the week,” Voas said. ball for the past two years and state that their modern medicine, and so there are many job In order to keep up with the growing expan- Dr. Kurt Krueger, University President, said team’s success is due to their good chemistry. opportunities for people who have a knowledge sion of the Physics, Chemistry and Biology ma- that his favorite part about the President’s Bowl Top Gun is also undefeated this season and they and a background.” jors, a new Science and Nursing Center will be is “getting to see all the students participating, are hoping to keep this winning streak going Rikita Patel, senior pre-med Chemistry built as part of Concordia’s master plan. not simply on the field, but there is a lot of sup- during the playoffs this Friday. “It would be re- major and Astronomy Club President, did not To ensure that students have continuing op- port and interest from the student body as well. ally cool if we won the President’s Bowl again miss the opportunity to witness such an amaz- portunities to learn from the greatest minds in It is a good time to celebrate each other and to this year. That would make it two years in a row ing guest speaker. “Even though he was very the field of science, more guest speakers will be celebrate Concordia.” Along with watching the for us,” Wade said. distinguished, he was still able to put things into invited to present throughout the rest of the se- current students play, Krueger is looking for- Come out and support your fellow students terms that undergrads were able to understand, mester. ward to seeing all the other Concordia alumni and peers next Friday night and enjoy the last and was very successful in keeping our attention The next seminar will be held Sept. 30 in De- who come out to this event. “I am also very flag football games of this year’s season. the whole time,” Patel said. nault Auditorium. For more information, con- impressed over the sportsmanship of all of the A lot of the seminar discussed the study and tact Kenney at [email protected].