WEDNESDAY, AUG. 26, 2015 NEWS // Administration creates grad A&E // ArtStreet internship challenges OPINIONS // Assistant online editor SPORTS // Flyer football engages in an unfa- VOL.63 NO. 1 position for LGBTQ support, pg. 4. students to predict the future, pg. 9. responds to chapel renovations, pg. 12. miliar quarterback battle, pg. 14, 16. FLYERWEDNESDAY AUG. 26,NEWS 2015 | ISSUE 1 The Blue Crew moves things for weak first- years and their par- ents at New Student BACK UNDER THE BLUE DOME Orientation Saturday. UD returns to old place with new prayers JULIA HALL with the statue of the Immacu- to the planning of the renova- reservation tangible expressions in the win- Staff Writer late Conception were important tions. chapel. Mary dows and devotional spaces of to many in our campus commu- “I think everyone on the also appears in new our Marianist spirituality root- nity,” said Rev. James Fitz, vice committee recognizes how im- stained-glass nave ed in the Catholic tradition,” president of mission and rector portant the chapel is to the life windows that de- Yocum said. The fresh coat of paint on and co-chair on the renovation of the university,” said Sandra pict her involve- The privately-funded ren- the iconic blue dome means committee. Yocum, associate professor of ment in Jesus’ life. ovations cost $12 million. As the reopening of one of the Even though many aspects of religious studies and co-chair “I believe that the the campus transitions into a most treasured gems at UD, the chapel were preserved, ad- on the renovation committee. space will contin- new school year, Dickman said, the Chapel of the Immaculate ditional new features have been The statue of Mary, the moth- ue this deep tra- “It will be a huge boost to our Conception, after 14 months of incorporated. er of Jesus, still stands in the dition of faith and campus’ spiritual lives to once renovations. “I believe the most dramatic restored reredos, a decoration provide even more again have our central place of Bishop Joseph Binzer rededi- change is that the chapel has a behind the altar, which now worship functioning. The aes- cated the chapel Aug. 16 for an more harmonious aesthetic be- acts as threshold of the thetics of the chapel will hope- exclusive audience. Beginning tween windows, walls, floors, Eucharistic fully enhance prayer through Aug. 17, the chapel opened to liturgical pieces and artwork, beauty, dignity and simplicity.” the public for daily Mass and which enhance the chapel’s The chapel provides a quiet, Aug. 30 for Sunday Mass. beauty,” Rev. Fitz said. beautiful backdrop for reflec- “I am most excited to see The altar, ambo and baptis- tion and prayer, Yocum said. God work powerfully through mal font are three additional Whether a student is in between a building, as well as through changes that contribute to the classes or at Sunday Mass, the the people who will be in that cohesion of the chapel. chapel stands as a religious building,” said Justin Dickman, Practical changes were made, haven from the stress of a senior mechanical engineering as well. Bathrooms are now ac- books, late nights and major and president of UD’s cessible at the chapel. To over- over-commitment. interdenominational Christian come space issues, curved pews “I have worshiped in organization Campus Crusade allow more seating. New devo- the chapel for almost for Christ. tional spaces and a reconcilia- 50 years—as a student, The chapel, which has housed tion room have been added to as an alum, as a Mar- the worship of UD students for attend to spiritual needs. ianist religious and as over a century, will welcome “An important aspect of a a faculty/staff mem- the newest generation—and the University of Dayton education ber,” Rev. Fitz said. largest in UD’s history—into is to search for truth grounded “To see the chapel its pews. in faith and reason,” Rev. Fitz renewed assures me Since June 24, 1869, the chap- said. “The chapel will always that our faith will be el has been a place of worship symbolize the importance of celebrated in a place of and prayer for the UD commu- the faith dimension.” beauty for many years to nity. Without a major renova- Every detail of the transfor- come.” tion since the 1970s, the chapel mation has been mulled over was in need of a few upgrades by the chapel ren- to preserve its integrity as, ovation commit- For more information, Dickman said, “the heart of the tee for seven visit the official web- University of Dayton, literally years. The site of the Immaculate and figuratively.” committee, Conception Chapel ren- With these renovations, composed of ovations: udayton.edu/ the university is applying for faculty and ad- ministry/renovation. LEED, or Leadership in Ener- ministrators at For the full gy and Environmental Design. the University photo gallery This certifies that the university of Dayton, of the reded- used green materials, designs met almost ication, visit and sustainable site develop- weekly for flyernews. ment to make the chapel and to the past com/ud-pho- save water and energy. two years. tos. For the The chapel renovations also Beth Keyes full interview include upgrades to the light- and David with Rev. ing, HVAC, sound and other Schmidt Fitz, visit fly- mechanical systems to improve of Facilities ernews.com. energy efficiency. Management The renovations not only and Crystal strive to be sustainable, but Sullivan and also to maintain the integrity of Teri Dick- many of the original character- ison of Cam- pus Ministry Photo by istics of the chapel. Chris Santucci, “The iconic chapel dome, were major the front doors and the reredos contributors Multimedia Editor. FOLLOW @FLYERNEWS ON TWITTER FOR MORE UPDATES ON CAMPUS, LOCAL, NATIONAL AND WORLD NEWS 2 NEWS News, 3 Online at flyernews.com Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015 @ Connect # Discover Me Trending FlyerNews Guns on a Train @FlyerNews Over the weekend, four Americans and one British national subdued a would-be gunman on a passen- ger train headed to Paris. The five are to receive the Legion of Honor award, France’s highest recognition. Volume Issue Date Step The Yard 63 1 Aug. 26 The National Pan-Hellenic Council of UD will host a yard show, including step performance pieces and organization information. Friday, KU plaza, 7-9 p.m. #StepIsCoolerThanYouThink Donations Accepted John Oliver named head of his new organization, Our Lady of Perpetual Exemption. Part of a critique of predatory televangelists, it meets all IRS requirements to be a tax-exempt church. #Predevangelists Who To Follow Refresh View all Call Nic Cage FlyerNews Two men in Poland claim to have found an abandoned Nazi train containing stolen gold, gems and art. They refuse to give its location until they are guaranteed a 10 percent finders’ fee. Follow Uber, Get Ready University of Dayton The Oregon District will host Taste of All Things Oregon, featuring live music, food samples and fortune Follow telling from Shamma Lamma Ding Dong. Sunday, 1-7 p.m. #IsThatHisRealName? This I Don’t Believe First-year at Duke refuses summer reading assignment. The novel “Fun Home” depicts a young woman and her sexuality. The student claims reading it compromises his Christian morals. Trends Change J.K. Plays Favourites #FlyerNews J.K. Rowling says her favorite fan theory is that Dumbledore represents Death in the story of The Three Brothers, with Voldemort, Snape and Harry representing Brothers One through Three. #MakeItCanon #ChapelRenovationComplete #WelcomeToDayton #UptheOrgs Rob-A-Lot #StopTakingOurSheetSigns After robbing a Save-A-Lot in Dayton with a silver revolver, a masked man yelled “hope y’all calling the #IDontSeeAnyLanyards police” as he left the store. #AtLeastHeCares Hitting The Nail on the Head Actress Rowan Blanchard, star of “Girl Meets World,” released an essay criticising white feminism, saying that it ignores the degrees of discrimination faced by women of different races. Rock the Vote DIFFICULTY // MEDI- For the first time, women in Saudi Arabia are allowed to vote and run for positions in municipal elec- SUDOKU tions this December. Human Rights Watch claims this is not a major change. #StillALongWayToGo More Trouble for JDuggs In a release of Ashley Madison user data, hackers revealed that Josh Duggar, eldest child of the family depicted in “19 Kids and Counting,” frequently used the website to cheat on his wife. #PleaseGoAway Fighting Human Trafficking 101 The law school will host a workshop to discuss the prevalence of human trafficking in the U.S. with focus on Ohio. Friday 4-6pm. Taekwon-DoIt The UD International Taekwon-Do Club will host an interactive self-defense workshop. Attendance is free, and all are welcome. Mac Gym, Monday 7:30-9:30 p.m. 2 NEWS News, 3 Online at flyernews.com Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015 @ Connect # Discover Me Trending FlyerNews Guns on a Train @FlyerNews Over the weekend, four Americans and one British national subdued a would-be gunman on a passen- ger train headed to Paris. The five are to receive the Legion of Honor award, France’s highest recognition. Volume Issue Date Step The Yard 63 1 Aug. 26 The National Pan-Hellenic Council of UD will host a yard show, including step performance pieces and organization information. Friday, KU plaza, 7-9 p.m. #StepIsCoolerThanYouThink Donations Accepted John Oliver named head of his new organization, Our Lady of Perpetual Exemption. Part of a critique of predatory televangelists, it meets all IRS requirements to be a tax-exempt church. #Predevangelists Who To Follow Refresh View all Call Nic Cage FlyerNews Two men in Poland claim to have found an abandoned Nazi train containing stolen gold, gems and art.