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The official student newspaper of the University of New Haven since 1938. Volume 96, Issue 14 | January 28, 2015 | West Haven, Conn.
Leadership Day 2015
Joshua Fredenburg (Photo obtained via www.visionxy.com) By SAMANTHA MATHEWSON
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SMATH3@UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
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niversity of New Haven students participated in Leadership Day Jan. 20, where professionals shared their experience and knowledge on how to become better student leaders. Leadership Day was sponsored by the Office of Student Activities and was coordinated by Shelissa Newball, assistant director of student activities, with the help of OSA’s Leader-
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ship interns. “Overall it went well, we had about 180 students attend and the speaker was good; he talked about the next steps to take as a leader and what it means to be a good leader,” said Newball. Leadership Day started at 9:45 a.m. in Bucknall Theater with guest speaker Joshua Fredenburg, whose presentation was titled, “Are you a leader who is prepared to make an impact on the world?” Fredenburg is a national keynote speaker, best-selling author and leadership, diversity and relationship expert. To start his presentation, Fredenburg had everyone on their feet to recite a motivational positive affirmation. Early on he addressed a quote that he found eye-opening by Noel Jones: “Everytime a child is born, a solution is brought into the world.” It is from this notion that Fredenburg aims to motivate people to become what they are destined to become and, according to his website, he has already reached thousands
of emerging and seasoned leaders in over 42 different states nationally as a keynote speaker. Fredenburg went on to explain four questions one should consider when becoming an effective leader. The first question was do you know thyself? This means identifying your strengths, your gifts, your personality, your passion, your emotions and your intuitive intelligence. In regards to finding one’s passion he said, “Passion brings power; discover who you are and success is inevitable.” The second question was do you have a heart of service? This means as a leader, do you like to help others? Are you there to make an impact and make people better? Because greatness is everyday people doing things to make the world a better place. The third question was are you an adaptable leader?
This means that you are accepting of change, you are willing to adjust and be flexible, and at the end of the day, it’s not about doing what’s comfortable, it’s about doing what is necessary to make an impact. “The moment you know everything is the moment you are set up to fail,” said Fredenburg. The last of the four questions that Fredenburg explained to the audience was do you have exceptional character? This means not only do you lead with morals and values, but are you responsible and accountable? Do you get the job done and do you meet those demands exceptionally? He quoted Howard Schultz when saying, “Without character, nothing else matters.” With his fourth and final question he also pointed out the importance of developing this character and it is when you go through challenges
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MUSIC The Department of Communication is primarily located in Maxcy Hall (Photo by Elissa Sanci/Charger Bulletin Photo) By ELISSA SANCI
ASSISTANT EDITOR ESANC2@UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
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In memory of “Hank” Bartels
The department opens more doors for incoming students, with the introduction of six new specialized major “tracks.”
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that one’s character is developed, and when one has an exceptional character, they are protected from people who are trying to bring them down. He wrapped up his speech by saying, when one is able to answer these questions, it is then that they can have an impact here (UNH), in their community, the nation, and the world. More information about Fredenburg and his impact as a keynote speaker can be found at www.visionxy.com. After Fredenburg’s keynote presentation, the day followed with various workshops lead by professionals from the surrounding area or UNH community, and even some of UNH’s own student leaders. As the day came to a close, everyone rejoined in the Alumni Lounge where those that attended were given a t-shirt and duffle or drawstring bag.
The University of New Haven Communication, Film and Media Studies Department has added six new tracks to the pre-existing communication major. Students are now able to take a specific track when entering the major; these tracks include Journalism, Public Relations, TV Video Production, Film Produc-
tion, Digital Communication and Interpersonal Communication. Previously, students were only able to take one of two paths within the communication major: Bachelor of Science, which took a TV and Film production path, and Bachelor of Arts, which focused more on the writing, journalism and public relations aspect of communication. These new tracks tailor to the students’ interests in a way the old system didn’t; students are now required to take less mandatory credits, allowing them to develop a minor or a double major,
which proved to be difficult in the past. “For the past 40 years, we’ve only had two tracks,” said Dr. Steve Raucher, chair of the department. “That was good for while we were growing, but now we want to expand the program.” UNH’s Communication Department focuses on experiential learning, and gives students a hands-on experience to help them develop their skills and passions. The department offers plenty of opportunities for its student to See TRACKS page 2
Henry Edwin “Hank” Bartels, of North Branford, Conn. died of natural causes on Jan. 16. Hank was 92 and a prominent philanthropist. In an email sent out to the University of New Haven community, President Steve Kaplan addressed the many contributions that Bartels’ has made over the years. “He was an amazingly generous patron of higher education, the arts, health care, and too many organizations to list across the New Haven region over many decades. Hank was an emeritus member of our Board of Governors, an honorary degree recipient and president’s medal recipient and an incredible friend. He provided intelligence and leadership and positively influenced those around him,” said Kaplan. “During his 24 years of service on our Board of Governors, he consistently demonstrated how deeply he understood and appreciated the great potential of UNH and contributed his ideas and gifts toward its transformation. Hank will be missed, and his influence and enormous support will be forever remembered.” To pay homage to all the philanthropic contributions made by Hank, the UNH community created a scrapbook of appreciation for the Bartels’ family, reflecting on how he had made a lasting impact. A memorial service in tribute to Bartels will be held at a later date and further details will be announced to the UNH community when they become available.
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FAFSA Deadline: March 1st, 2015 All Other Documents: May 1st, 2015 By THE FEDS
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hat time is it? It’s time to file your 20152016 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, otherwise known as the FAFSA! In order to receive any form of need-based financial aid from the University of New Haven, students must complete a FAFSA. You must complete the application electronically by visiting the Department of Education’s website,www. FAFSA.gov. In order to do this, you will need the school’s code, which is 001397, as well as you and your parent’s Federal PIN numbers. The deadline for completion of the FAFSA is March 1st, 2015. If you are confused about how to file your FAFSA, or have any questions regarding the deadlines, please consult the Financial Aid Office as soon as possible. If you wait until after March 1st, 2015 to file you will be considered late,
and you may receive less financial aid because of late penalties. It is also important to make sure that you have completed all of the documentation necessary to receive financial aid from UNH. All of your documents must be submitted to the university by the deadline, May 1st, 2015. Go to www. newhaven.edu/financialaid and click on the My Financial Aid icon. The log in process is easy. Your “Student ID” is the nine digit number on the front of your Student ID card. •If you have logged in before, and you remember your PIN, enter the information and hit submit. •If you have already logged in but have forgotten your PIN, click “Forgot PIN” and follow the instructions. •If you have never created an account, click “First Time User” and follow the instructions” Once you have logged into your financial aid online access, you will be able to view all of the information
concerning your financial aid. Familiarize yourself with the website, and check under the tab labeled “Documents” to see if you are missing any documents. If something says “not received” or “incomplete” next to it, then it means that you need to get that documentation to the Financial Aid Office as soon as possible. Some forms are available for you to print directly from the “Forms” tab. It is important to constantly check up on your financial aid account. You can also give your login information to your parents so they can check the status of your financial aid for you! Explanations of Common Documents: FAFSA Application filed online at www.FAFSA.gov for need-based financial aid. Available January 1st, due March 1, 2015!! 2015-2016 Independent/ dependent Verification worksheet: If the U.S. Department of Education selects your financial aid application for a process called “Verification,” then you must complete the
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Verification worksheet and return it to the Financial Aid Office. This can be faxed to 203-931-6050. Student/Parent IRS Tax Return Transcript: If you are selected for verification, you must provide the Financial Aid Office with a copy of your 2014 Tax Return Transcript. REMEMBER: a copy of your tax returns will not be accepted; it MUST be a copy of your tax return transcript You can request a copy of your transcript from the IRS via this website: http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=232168,00. html. Do not forget the FAFSA deadline! It is March 1st, 2015. All other documents must be submitted by the deadline of May 1st, 2015. Please contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
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learn firsthand how to use radio, film and TV equipment, as well as the opportunity to practice their writing and public relations skills with outside professionals. “We provide an education that’s crucial to an informed society,” Raucher said of the communication major.
Bryan Lane, a communication professor, said the UNH Communication Department has many qualities that set it apart from other universities. UNH’s program has faculty with past experiences in the field, has a focus on hands-on experience and has a student run radio station and film studio.
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Friday, Jan. 30: Moulton Lounge 9 a.m. 2:30 p.m. If you have any questions, email Chariotyearbook@newhaven.edu
I am my heart, at every beat. I am my eyes, at every defeat. I am my smile, at every frown. I am my city and every town. I am the lights and every hope. I am the ship ad the every rope. I am the pills and every tear. I am not dead and do not fear. I am alive and I feel each knot. I am a book and I will not rot. -M.M.J
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What’s your New Years Resolution? “Communicate better.” James Kielar, junior “To stay on top of everything I do.” Richard Rotella, senior
“Live a healthier lifestyle.” Amy Reidy, senior “Go visit law schools.” Keelin Herbst, sophomore
“To live a more healthy and active lifestyle.” Colleen Kerrigan, Coordinator of Student Activities “To be happy.” Shelissa Newball, Assistant Director of Student Activities “To complete a half iron man.” Aksel Thibodeau, senior “Eat healthy.” Vince Yau, junior “To find an internship for this summer.” Jesse Latorraca, junior “To do better in school.” John Escobar, junior “Get all A’s.” Jason Quirk, sophomore “To make Dean’s List.” Stephen Ornstein, sophomore
“Stop procrastinating.” Sarah Ruell & Brianna Hill, freshmen “Apply for grad school and get accepted. And gain the courage to say hi to someone attractive.” Chris Sang, junior “To not get annoyed at the little things.” Haley Van Etten, junior “Floss everyday & go to the gym four times a week.” “Save my Melina Singer, junior GPA.” “To make Dean’s List.” Taylor Bri Folkl, junior Edgecomb, sophomore
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A new kind of crack
By COURTNEY BROOKS
OPINION EDITOR CBROO4@UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
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very once in a while an app comes along that takes the country by a storm and has us all glued to our phones more often than we’d like to admit. In 2014, the apps that most
commonly graced our iPhones and androids were Temple Run, Flappy Bird, Angry Birds, Fun Run, Fun Run 2, and Words With Friends. With the new year came a ton of a new apps, but so far the must have for 2015 is Trivia Crack. Trivia Crack is a trivia quiz game developed by Etermax that tests people’s knowledge in six different categories: Art, History, Sports, Entertainment, Science, and Geography. The goal of the game is to correctly answer the most questions before your opponent does; you can play a random opponent or a Facebook friend. Each player spins the wheel, which will land on one of the categories, and answers the question. You keep spinning and answering until
you get a question wrong. Whoever earns six characters first wins the game and receives tokens, which can be used to purchase tools that will help you answer tough questions, such as giving you two chances to answer. Currently, Trivia Crack has over 50 million users, with over 500,000 people downloading the app daily. Its popularity is due to the fact that it is educational but also entertaining. The questions aren’t too hard, but they definitely make you think, and with six categories to choose from, everyone has a chance to do well. The app also has features like the Question Factory, in which you can submit your own questions to become part of the game, a live chat, and a mass
challenge, in which you can play with up to 30 friends. I have downloaded the game for a few days now and I am completely addicted. I enjoy playing because I learn fun facts that I probably once learned in high school but have since forgotten. Since playing, I have gained a plethora of knowledge about celebrities, artists, science, world history, geography and athletes. Where as most apps are just something to pass the time, Trivia Crack can have a huge, positive effect on you and your knowledge. If you are one of the few people who hasn’t downloaded the app, I suggest doing so. It won’t take long to become as addicted as I am!
The benefits of being a bunny owner By COURTNEY BROOKS
OPINION EDITOR CBROO4@UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
––––––––––––––––––––– I’m going to be bold and come right out and say it: bunnies make the best pets. Before all you dog and cat lovers start sneering and building your arguments for why your beloved animals should be given the title of “best pet,” because I KNOW you are going to, hear me out. This past Christmas, I was surprised with an adorable baby bunny that goes by the name of Prince Tux. I had always wanted a bunny because they are just irresistibly cute, but I never knew how much more they had to offer. Tux was supposed to be a pet for my apartment at college; I already have two golden retrievers at home but I needed someone to keep me company while I was away from them. That’s all he was supposed to be, a place filler for my dogs, but as soon as I met him, he became a best friend. Contrary to the popular belief that rabbits are messy, smelly animals, after living with one for over a month, I can tell you that is wrong; I am almost embarrassed to admit that he is cleaner than I am. He was litter trained in no time, which I am grateful for during these winter months because he doesn’t
require the bitter cold walks outside that a dog does. Tux’s overly large ears and his shiny coat are his most prized possessions and he spends hour’s everyday cleaning them to perfection, so he never needs to be bathed or washed. Other than feeding him some pellets and hay everyday and making sure he has water, Tux pretty much can take care of himself. Bunnies are very low maintenance pets when compared to a dog or a cat. All bunnies ask of their humans is that they love them. There is a saying that if you give an animal your heart they will give you theirs, whole heartedly, in return. My bun has proved this to be true. He likes to spend his days curled up in my lap watching movies, hopping around the house, following me everywhere I go and eating carrots. Unlike a dog, he can be left alone for hours at a time because he has no problem amusing himself. Unlike a cat, he is perfectly happy to live in a cage, instead of having free run of the house. Where as people spend ridiculous amounts of money on food and toys for their dogs and cats, Tux’s expenses equate to five dollars for
Who doesn’t want a bunny? (Photo provided by Courtney Brooks)
a bag of hay that will last at least a month. His toys are old cardboard boxes, toilet paper rolls, and wooden blocks… he is very simple and never picky. The reason I am writing this article is because when people are considering getting a pet, a bunny usually never crosses their mind. People don’t know how great of a pet a bunny can be because they are not as common as dogs and cats. If more people were informed about what life with a rabbit is really like, more bunnies would be finding forever homes instead of being euthanized.
Life with a rabbit is fun! It’s entertaining watching them hop around and get enjoyment out of the simplest things, like a leaf of lettuce or a baby carrot. It’s exciting when your rabbit learns a new trick or performs his first bunny binky jump or just hops in your lap to spend some time with you. If you’re thinking about getting a pet and want something very low maintenance but equally as lovable as our other four legged friends, I urge you to look into getting a bunny like Tux. It will be the best decision you ever made!
Facing our fears Students have more in common than they realize, so embrace the new situations college presents together. By COURTNEY BROOKS
OPINION EDITOR CBROO4@UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
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In college, we encounter many different types of people, because it is much more acceptable to truly be yourself than it ever was in high school. You can find your niche no matter what you are into, whether that be sports, art, music, volunteering, Greek life, fitness… there is a place for just about everybody to fit in. However, regardless of what subgroup of a campus population you categorize yourself into, I have realized one thing that holds true with everybody I meet: despite our differences, we college students always share these same fears. The Future: Perhaps the biggest and most apparent fear we are all facing is what the future holds for us. As a freshman you decide upon a major and from that point on, the pressure to get good grades, to then get a good internship, to hopefully get at least one job opportunity looms over us like a black cloud. Whether you’re a freshman or a senior, in just a short matter of time you will be out on your own in the world, without the safety net of college and your parents to fall back on to. You are an ADULT now… that title alone is enough to make any of us panic! Relationships: If you are involved in a relationship in college or you are just enjoying the single life, either way, you’re scared. Don’t try to pretend you’re not; I’m a girl and girls dedicate hours on end to gossiping about this subject. For those in relationships, in the beginning you’re carefree and having fun with your new significant other. But then days turn to weeks and weeks turn to months and you’re hit with the sudden realization that, against all odds, you’ve fallen in love. Now the fear sets in, you start calculating how much time you have together before summer break, or worse, before graduation. Finally you realize that you’re going to be with this person forever, which is ter-
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rifying, or that at some point you’ll go you’re separate ways, even more terrifying. For those who are single, it’s even worse. The fear has probably set in now that the holidays are over, after answering the dreaded “Are you dating anyone?” question at each family gathering with a disappointing no. You start questioning why all your siblings and cousins have found their better halves, thinking that something must be wrong with you. The doom sets in when you get to thinking that you will be single and lonely forever, and then all of a sudden the fears of a relationship don’t seem so bad. Missing Out: Social media makes the fear of missing out more prevalent than ever. It’s a Friday night and you’re not feeling well, you’re extremely tired and have plans to do nothing but stay in bed and watch the premier of a new Lifetime movie… Until you scroll through your Instagram timeline and see your friends all dressed up for a party or at happy hour downtown. Instantly, the fear that you are missing out on the best night of the year sets in and your anxiety starts. You tell yourself you should stay in bed, you’ll feel so much better in the morning if you just have this one night in. But sooner or later your FOMO gets the best of you and you find yourself at the one party or bar you swore you wouldn’t go to, wishing you were still home in bed. So, you see, despite everything that makes us different, the common denominator among us college students is what we are afraid of. My advice to you is to take it one day at a time. Remember that you’re in college, you’re already taking the next step to better yourself and your future career will work itself out in time. Remember that in regards to relationships, everything happens for a reason and you most certainly will not be alone forever, and remember that the day you graduate isn’t an end to all of your fun, so if you need one night in, take it—you’re not missing out on all that much anyways.
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Hello Chargers,
RSOs: a new semester is upon us! A new semester provides RSOs with the opportunity to start off fresh! At this point, time is your best friend because you have the entire semester to plan events and utilize your USGA budgets. However, even though this is only the beginning of the semester, this is when your RSOs should be coming out of the gates firing on all cylinders to plan events for the remainder of the year.
Happy New Year and welcome back to campus! I hope you had an enjoyable break and a happy holiday. With the spring semester comes many fun and exciting opportunities, so remember to take advantage of them. This semester, the USGA Meeting will be on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge. There are still openings in the USGA Senate; if you are interested in applying for the Senate, are looking for involvement opportunities or have any concerns, please email me at USGAPresident@ newhaven.edu.
Make sure that committees and members within your RSOs are meeting regularly to plan and organize events even if the event doesn’t take place until May! As I have mentioned many times before, the earlier RSOs submit paperwork that deal with their events, the less chaotic and stressful it can be when planning events.
Warmest Regards, Richard Rotella USGA President Putting you in USGA!
It’s always a good idea to set up event timelines and check lists so that you can be on top of your event planning. Take advantage of the time that you have now at the beginning of the semester before school work and other commitments begin to pile up! The first couple weeks of the semester are so important in determining the tone for an RSO and how that RSO will fare in terms of events for the rest of the year! As always, stay organized and plan early. I look forward to working with you all very soon and hopefully this semester can be even better than the last! John Foti USGA Treasurer
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Scope it Out! Photo of the Week This Week’s Events: Thursday, Jan. 29: Mario Kart Tournament is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Bartels Student Dining Room. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Friday, Jan. 30 : Chinese Letter Art and Caricature Art is from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Bartels Programming Space.
By Caitlin Duncan, Sophomore
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t’s about time we were introduced to an artist with the lyrical ability and uncanny melodic resemblance of Elton John. The similarity between Matt Gold, Indiana born singersongwriter, and staple musicians such as Elton John and Billy Joel is incomprehensible. Gold melds poetic verses with simplistic piano-based instrumentals, bringing forth a certain emotion with the first telling line of each song. His latest EP, Let It Out, is now available on iTunes and provides listeners with a more upbeat and optimistic version of his characteristic “truth on tape.” Baring his soul to his dedicated audience, Gold unveils the truth in the unseen behind his own life experiences, relatable to so many others. The Indiana artist has constructed a safe-place for his listeners to go when their problems become too much; a place where they realize they aren’t alone. “When the video for ‘Void’ came out, the responses started,” Gold explained as he discussed
Matt Gold (Photo obtained via Facebook) the moment he realized the impact that his music had on the fans. “I had never realized the impact and emotional core music was capable of, or the way my music in particular would affect people. It’s very humbling yet satisfying to know you have reached a persons soul. It reminded me to keep being authentic and true as an artist. No gimmicks are needed.” Let It Out is an extremely cathartic title, symbolizing a release of an emotion. That release is what Gold provides for his fans and critics alike, leaving
a listener in a meditative state after they hear his work. “Let It Out was all about letting go of my failures and disappointments as a human being. Realizing you can’t change your past, but learning to accept it and be thankful it brought you to where you are today. Musically I thought the album showed my maturity and growth as an artist, hinting at what lies ahead.” The maturity and growth are subtle nuances easy to pick up on after listening to some of his earlier
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tracks. Gold’s music, it seems, has taken a passenger seat ride throughout his life, taking snapshots along the way and turning them into Polaroid songs that depict a story with a listen. “Music is my therapy,” he confessed. “Playing piano is a great stress reliever for me. My career has taught me what my strengths and weaknesses are as a person. Where to push more and where to pull back.” This is a valuable life lesson I think we all could try and learn from. With music like Gold’s that is delivered with such
a distinctive purpose, it’s hard to depict one that has the most meaning, when they were all written from experiences that shaped him as an artist. He does admit however, that “Everything” holds a special place with him. “It is probably one of the most special to me. I have never so blatantly written about my disappointments with my family relationships. It was time to release that anger I had. To finally say, ‘here is the cold truth. You may not like it, but it’s how I feel and should be acknowledged.’” Once again, the bravery to speak of things most leave unspoken is the distinct quality that Gold sets forth with his music. Growing up as an adopted only child to two religious parents, he openly came out as being gay. While he accredits the ability to many other artists who paved the way for the LGBT community for success in his career, Gold has taken part in enhancing this welcoming environment for fellow artists to join. “Tori Amos would be the most impressionable on me musically. She opened the door for pianists and said, ‘here I am. Naked. Bare. Respect and understand.’ And I did. Personally
though, I have had many influences that change as I change. It is never just based on one person or thing.” Gold spoke about the type of venues he enjoys performing in the most, and what that space and moment he shares with the audience means to him. “Smaller, listening roomtype venues are my personal favorite. There is an intimacy that can’t be captured, in my opinion, on a huge stage. I like being accessible to the audience. I want you to feel like part of the experience, not just a spectator.” This notion of incorporating the audience into the entirety of the experience verses simply allowing them to watch the magic come to life through a store front window is what Matt Gold does best on and off the stage. Even when you have his song playing through your Bluetooth speaker while you’re vacuuming your living room, you feel as though the events he portrays are happening around you. And that’s the true essence of music, isn’t it? Telling stories through words and melodies that speak to the soul of someone else.
Interview with Turn Life Lunar Staff writer Elyse gets the inside scoop By ELYSE VON DER FECHT
STAFF WRITER EVOND1@UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
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Top 40 radio can often be a barren wasteland of uninspired music. While the melodies are infinitely catchy, much of that music is far too repetitive and meaningless for many people to give the time of day. Hip Hop, specifically
Top 40 Hip Hop, produces some of the worst offenders. So, imagine my surprise when arguably the biggest Hip Hop artist, and undoubtedly one of the biggest mainstream music artists of the 2000s and 2010s, starts 2015 by releasing a song so emotive and heartfelt, that I immediately go to iTunes and give him my hard-earned money. Kanye West has a bit of a stigma surrounding him.
Some people think the fame has gone to his head while some swear that his antics are all for publicity and that he is a decent human being. Either way, nary a week goes by without the tabloids, the TV, or the radio, much less the forums of AP.net, talking about this guy. I’ve never been a big fan of Kanye. I appreciate his work as a producer, though. He’s See ONLY SONG page 8
Turn Life Lunar is a popelectro band based out of Connecticut. They describe their sound as “intense” and “evolving.” Their achievements include a nine-song album Worth The Wait and national recognition from USA Today College. I recently had the chance to interview Scott Ogilvy and Amanda Lewis, so I hope you enjoy reading their responses to the following questions I asked them. Elyse: How did you come up with the band name “Turn Life Lunar?” Turn Life Lunar: We were looking for a new name and Turn Life Lunar was an option we discussed. Ultimately we decided it fit our sound and our goals for this project the most. Elyse: How did you guys get involved with
music? Turn Life Lunar: From an early age, both of us really enjoyed playing and writing music. The more we got into it, the more we liked what music was about. It’s why we get out of bed in the morning. We honestly live to play music, it’s done so much for us. I think we’re obsessed with trying to reciprocate that. Elyse: Off your debut album, Worth the Wait, which song was your favorite to record? Turn Life Lunar: “Change Your Mind,” definitely. We had a blast writing that so we had a fantastic time recording it as well. When it was recorded both of us were wired. We were just super pumped about what the message in that track was. Elyse: How was the title of the album, Worth the Wait, picked? Amanda: Two months before the album was released, I came into the studio, sat down and I asked Scott what he thought
about calling the album Worth the Wait. We both agreed that it was a really good fit for how far we had come. To both of us, this record was so much more then a piece of music; it was a serious turning point for not only how others viewed us, but also how we viewed ourselves. To our families and friends who have seen us work at this for so long both individually and together, it was truly worth the wait for the recognition we’ve all waited for. Elyse: What is your message behind the album? Turn Life Lunar: We feel like our entire lives, we’ve worked up to this point. I felt like musically, I was running around in circles and trying to figure out who I was. This was it, I had finally found it. The message behind this record is establishing who we are and basically telling all of doubters and cynics that we can do this. RegardSee LUNAR page 8
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Local gigs of the week Toads Place
Jan. 29: Lotus with Moon Hooch Jan. 30: Opus’ B-Day Blizzard Bash feat Jasta, Dead by Wednesday and more Feb. 4: The Woah Tour feat Round2Crew, Dylan Holland and Alyssa Shouse Feb. 5: Marky Ramone Book Signing
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less of the rules generally placed on college students we’re making our own life on our own terms. Elyse: Who are your musical influences you would like to work with? Amanda: Where to begin…for me I’d love to feature a rapper or two. I’m super into Rae Sremmurd’s new EP. Also Bebe Rexha is my new obsession. I love how massive her hooks are, I’d love to
do a track with her. Other people I’d love to work with would be Charli XCX and Drake too, that would be amazing. I love anybody who can cross genres. Scott: It would be a dream to work with Owl City, the 1975, Nilo, Lights and Jhene Aiko. Elyse: If you headlined a tour, what would the tour be called? Who would you tour with? Turn Life Lunar: Charli XCX would be really cool. We’d both love to even
just open for Ke$ha or someone cool like that. Breathe Carolina would be awesome too; we’re really inspired by their sound. Our tour would have to be called the “We Dropped out of College for This” tour. Elyse: What do you hope to accomplish in the next year? Turn Life Lunar: We’re hoping to get signed, play some shows and just experience this amazing life we’ve got going on. We’ve
got new music coming out soon that’s even better then the tracks on Worth the Wait. We’re excited to get more people to listen and for what life has in store for us. Keep an eye out for their new singles, “Utopia,” available Feb. 3 and “Imagine,” Feb. 17.
extremely good at what he does and has a fantastic musical mind. As he is a Hip Hop / Rap artist, I never truly got into his music. So how did Kanye become a new favorite for me overnight? He did the exact opposite of what anyone thought he would do. After the darkness of his last record, Yeezus, no one expected Kanye to release one of the most kind and gentle songs the
mainstream music scene has ever heard. Maybe it’s fatherhood, or maybe it’s his realization that change keeps people interested, or maybe it’s both. Regardless, the song is awesome. The song, called “Only One,” is written from the perspective of West’s late mother. Paul McCartney’s added vocals are subtle, truly restrained to just harmonies, but they contrast Kanye’s pitch-corrected melodies fantastically. Usually the auto-tune ef-
fect is associated with a person’s lack of ability to sing, which isn’t necessarily true. The effect requires some portion of talent from the artist using it (So, yes. Kanye West can carry a melody, apparently pretty well). Simple synth work punctuates West’s lines, the minimalism allowing you to focus on the lyrical content of the song. Not only is “Only One” a heartwarming tribute to both West’s daughter and mother, it’s also a perfect
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Jan. 30: Dasik with KennedyJones, Trolley Snatcha and Barely Alive Jan. 31: Get the Led Out Feb. 3 – Feb. 6: Jersey Boys Touring Cast
anticipation track to drop before his new album gets released sometime this year. The Paul McCartney feature is sure to create a buzz in the Grammy community, especially after his presence on the “Nirvana” track, Cut Me Some Slack from Dave Grohl’s sound city documentary was nominated last year. “Only One” has certainly lived up to the hype surrounding it, and is certainly worth the $1.29 on iTunes.
Jan. 28: Frontier Ruckus with The Proud Flesh and Arcay Feb. 4: Semicircle (Members of Reptar) with White Violet, and Spectral Fangs
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Jan. 28: The Density Twins Jan. 29: Creamery Station with Felicia March Jan. 30: The Louds Jan. 30: Johnny Carevale & The Rolling Pins with Sean Coleman & The Quasars, and Jeff Deware & The Bop Thrills
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MLK’s Dream comes true with Selma
By BEN ATWATER
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istory sure does repeat itself. This past fall, the media has been exclusively focused on cases of supposed police brutality towards blacks in Ferguson, Missouri and Staten Island. While I have no problem with cops doing their jobs, as they did in these cases, and like to think that modern day police officers have the rationality to only use force when they find it necessary, these incidents have brought into light that racially routed tensions still exist in contemporary America. The recent art house film Selma is a very relevant film that depicts history yet is allegorical of the contemporary condition of racial tensions. Set in the 1960s, Selma tells the true story of the effort of Martin Luther King Jr. and his Southern Christian Leadership Conference fighting to give blacks the right to vote in the Deep South. Selma has an ensemble cast yet is led by mostly unknowns, with David Oyelowo playing Martin Luther King Junior. Oyelowo plays an excellent Dr. King, portraying an ambitious spiritual leader who captivates everyone on screen and in the
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audience when he gives his many speeches. Selma really hammers in the point that King truly wanted to achieve his goals through nonviolent and rationally thought out efforts. King’s education and morality are what led him to inspire a nation, not violent acts of retaliation against law enforcers as has been seen in recent cases of racial tensions. While portraying a respectable leader, Selma also shows King’s own inner demons and self-doubts while he is dealing with the weight of the Black community’s turmoil on his shoulders. Aside from Oyelowo, the supporting cast is fantastic. Tom Wilkinson plays Lyndon B. Johnson, the president at this time of national crisis who has to balance the will of King’s plight for black
equality while having to work with extremist Southern politicians who are set minded to never grant the vote. Wilkinson really shows the stresses presidents have of having to answer to dozens of different interest groups and make everyone happy. Oprah portrays Annie Lee Cooper, a civil rights activist who really shows the meaning of courage when all the odds are against you. Not a formally trained actor, Oprah does a wonderful job, despite having only gotten the role as she is a producer of this film. Aside from the performances, the screenplay is incredibly well written, making these characters pop out of the movie and seem like the real people they were. The cinematography of the freedom marches truly convey how intimidating it
was to stand up to the police and do the right thing. This movie could easily have condescended to a sappy and romanticized depiction of the civil rights movement. Yet in remaining subtle and keeping the characters grounded, Selma truly is a moving film. As the economist Victor Rosansky said, less is more, and by leaving more unsaid, one can make their own judgments and inferences which leads to a deeper and more personal understanding of matters. While watching police beating and shooting peaceful protestors, I was reminded of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, where a dystopian police state executes citizens on sight for acts as little as stepping out of line at a ceremony. It is scary to think that parts of the United States were like this
Exodus: Let my boredom go
By BEN ATWATER
FILM EDITOR BATWA1@.UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
––––––––––––––––––––– Hollywood whitewashing is controversial in the media. Liberal interest groups have historically complained when a film adapted from source material with non-white characters casts white actors to play such roles. Recently, The Last Airbender and The Lone Ranger have received media backlash for casting white actors in non-white roles. So, the notion would be that the media prefers when actors of the same race as the characters in the source material play the respective role. This begs the question as to why the new film Annie is being described as progressive for casting black actors in traditionally
white roles, yet Exodus: Gods and Kings is being ridiculed for casting white actors in Egyptian roles. To me, this seems to be a double standard in the media. Exodus: Gods and Kings should not be ridiculed for whitewashing its cast; it should be ridiculed for being a horrible film. Ridley Scott’s career has hit an absolute low point with his latest film Exodus: Gods and Kings. Depicting the plight of the Jewish people from slavery in Ancient Egypt, Scott has taken rich source material and turned it into two and a half hours of intense boredom. The biblical story centers on Moses, a Jew who is adopted by the Egyptian pharaoh Seti and his family, his Jewish identity concealed to the Pharaoh as well as himself while the rest of the Jewish people are enslaved to
build pyramids. When Moses learns of his true ethnicity, he leads the Jewish people against the new pharaoh out of slavery, with the help of God who casts ten plagues upon the Egyptians to entice the Pharaoh to let the Jews go. The new pharaoh is Ramses, Seti’s son who was raised with Moses, which adds a level of personal drama between the two leaders as Moses and Ramses are practically brothers. Exodus: Gods and Kings depicts this story in a relatively faithful manner to the source material, with all of the biblical details taught in religious school carrying through to the big screen. The movie has a reputable cast, with Christian Bale playing Moses and Joel Edgerton playing the pharaoh Ramses. As Moses leads his people
in revolt, the plagues unfold in beautifully rendered CGI. The sets of Egyptian temples and desserts throughout the film look vast and lived in, with attention paid to detail in the costume and weapons department. Exodus is made very well on a technical level. With a cast of the likes of Bale, Sigourney Weaver, Ben Kingsley, and Aaron Paul, Exodus: Gods and Kings should have been a masterpiece. Yet when Bale seems to be phoning it in, something is wrong. Moses’ lines are often unintelligible as he puts on some odd British-Middle Eastern accent. Kingsley seems to just be reading off a script in the few scenes he is in, with no real purpose to his character. Weaver is the same case. Joel Edgerton is decent as pharaoh, yet the horrible
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only fifty years ago, when my parents were kids. Selma boasts amazing performances, particularly Oyelowo, and why he was not nominated for an Oscar I’ll never know. I do not believe it has any to do with race, as the Academy has often honored blacks with awards, such as 12 Years a Slave earning blacks awards in acting, writing, and producing. Yet a great performance is a great performance, and does not have to be validated by a one foot piece of metal. Selma remains relevant by keeping in mind that racial tensions can be solved by peaceful means, not by ignorant protests, vandalizing or cop killings, as has happened in these past few months. King’s Southern Christian Leadership Council had a very classy way of achieving their goals, and if more were like them, the world would be a better place. Selma is a very important film in that it captures one of the most iconic chapters in American history far better than any other film has portrayed the Civil Rights Movement. The only hesitation I can think of is that Selma would not lose too much away from the big screen, yet as good films are sparsely released in January, Selma is an excellent choice of film for this time of year. After all, MLK weekend was just a week ago.
screenplay makes his efforts null and void. Throughout the film, God is depicted as a child, for a reason that is neither artistic nor logical. The only entertaining part of the film is the segment when the Ten Plagues unfold. Thousands of frogs and locusts blend in seamlessly with live action actors. Yet Exodus returns to dry and weak character centered plot soon enough. The failure of Exodus: Gods and Kings can really be attributed to Ridley Scott. In any film, the director’s main job is to make sure everyone else involved is doing the best they can to make a good film. A director has to have the vision of what he or she wants their film to be, and use the actors as tools for the most effective performances. However, Scott has utterly failed with Exodus: Gods and Kings. Heck, even The Rugrats Passover special is more entertaining.
Winter Roundup By BEN ATWATER
FILM EDITOR BATWA1@.UNH.NEWHAVEN.EDU
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Well, it’s been one big winter for movies. First off, The Interview was pulled from theaters after threats were received threats from cyber terrorists that any showing would suffer casualties in the audiences. As a result, most major theater chains in the country pulled the film from showings. It was subsequently released on home media and has been added on Netflix for all those still curious to see it. Asides from that, the much anticipated Avatar sequels have been pushed back a year so that Avatar 2 will be released in 2017, as opposed to the previous announced date of Christmas, 2016. However, new Avatar sequels will come annually, with Avatar 3 and 4 following in 2018 and 2019 respectively. Also moved back was the sequel to Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, now coming out in 2017 rather than 2016. The delay is to focus on the visual effects, which were undoubtedly one of the best parts. Michael Keaton, who recently starred in Birdman, is set to star in 2017’s King Kong film Skull Island, alongside JK Simmons and Tom Hiddleston. In the X-Men universe, a Gambit film has been announced to premiere Oct. 7, 2016. This will be the third X-Men film of 2016, after Deadpool and Apocalypse are released earlier. While in the news of comic book movies, the first Ant-Man trailer was released. Not showing much, the trailer did show Paul Rudd, playing the titular character, shrink down to insect size as he rides wasps. Ant-Man will come out July 17, 2015. Most upsetting is the upcoming Ron Howard film In the Heart of the Sea being pushed from a March 13th release to Dec. 10. A huge fan of seafaring epics like Mutiny on the Bounty, Master and Commander, and Kon Tiki, I am immensely excited for this movie. Read full article on Chargerbulletin.com.
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+ The first full week of classes was already disrupted thanks to Winter Storm – Sadly, Henry Edwin “Hank” Bartels passed away Jan. 16. Mr. Bartels was an Juno; classes were cut on Monday afternoon and all day Tuesday, meaning there’s amazingly generous supporter of higher education, the arts, health care and has no need to get out of bed. 12 straight hours of Netflix anyone? done so much to make the University of New Haven a better place. He will be missed, and his influence and enormous support will be forever remembered. . + Spending time with friends after spending a month on your mom’s couch can be a wonderful thing! So is doing something other than staring at a TV screen – If the weather remains stormy for much longer, and classes continue to be for five weeks straight. cancelled, I’m predicting a bit of cabin fever will soon ensue.
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Dear Melanie, I had a break-up last year and I took it pretty hard; I didn’t really want to get back into dating because I wanted to focus on school and keeping busy. I want to start dating again but I don’t know where to start. Desperate Dan Hello Dan, I’m sure more than a few of us have been where you are; dating is hard but trying to get back on that horse can be even harder. I think the easiest place to start would be to start going out and doing things. Go to lounges and bars with your friends and practice talking to women and flirting again. You may not find “the one” that way but you can get the hang of things. Try doing things you like but in public; finding someone with common interests could prove fruitful. If you like reading or writing, go to a café/bookstore and get some stuff done there- you might spot a cutie doing the same thing. Or if you’re a bit more active, go to the gym or hiking or rock-climbing; I bet you’ll spot someone you can make a date with. If you’re scared of the whole “approaching someone” thing, there are also lots of dating sites that are targeted towards young people that are easy to navigate on your smartphone. Dating is only as hard as you make it out to be; sometimes, our anxiety can get the better of us and make it seem scarier than it is. Just have fun while you’re doing it and I’m sure you’ll find someone who would love to join in.
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Postcards from Prato
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UNH Tweets of the Week
Jessica Sullivan will be studying abroad at the University of New Haven’s campus in Prato, Italy this semester! Jess is a junior majoring in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Forensic Psych. Jess is also a sister of Phi Sigma Sigma and was vice president of PIRO. Jess is looking to learn more about Italian culture and broaden her horizons. Make sure to read about her adventures weekly!
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Men:
1. Warren Beanie: Guys need to keep their ears warm too and these beanies are the way to do it without having to buy the cutesy ones with poms poms on top. These beanies are less structured and tend to droop in the back to give off the artsy English major feel of the rugged city boy look. The latter being perfect for most of the men growing out their facial hair right now. It’s easy to wear the same color from head to toe but try to switch things up a little bit by choosing pieces that are different shades of that one color. Navy blue or black khakis—bottoms should always be darker. Lighter gray sweater and a darker gray coat with
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a heather gray colored warren beanie would be a perfect look. 2. Short Trench Coat: Personally one of my favorite pieces for men this season because the structure of the coat presents a masculine feel to a simple outfit. With this one piece you can achieve warmth and character to an outfit because most designers have added an extra layer to the coat, sectioning and other little details to make the coat stand out more. Throw this on your basic tee and jeans outfit, maybe add a scarf if you’re willing and boots and you can achieve a great look with little effort. 3. High Cap Toe Boots: I know Northeast men are extremely partial to their jeans and Tims look for the whole season, but that’s a style that is outdated and needs upgrading. Cap toes give off a similar feel but have a less
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robust structure and more detail to the boot itself. The high rise of the boot gives an added inch for protection from the winter and can keep your jeans from getting wet in the snow. The cap toes give a rustic feel to an outfit and can transcend into most men’s styles.
Women:
1. Pom Beanie: Based on the way you coordinate your outfit with this accessory, your look of the day can be either cute or chic. In order to achieve the chic look, I recommend a simple, monotone pom beanie without the strings coming down at the ends. Pair this with a sleek shirt and pant base of a dark
mono-toned scheme: black shirt, black pants or navy blue shirt and black leggings. The next layer of clothing is where you can get your color and individuality. Depending on the weather, throw on a lighter colored pea coat or patterned winter jacket to keep you warm. Throw on some gloves and an oversized scarf to keep your throat warm and lengthen your lower body. 2. Plaid scarf: This may be a great investment for the continuing cold weather. It can get a little discouraging trying to look cute during the cold months when you have to bundle up in a poofy winter jacket most of the time, but this simple, patterned accessory can make all the difference by adding warmth and some character to your daily outfit. Most winter overcoats are generic and mono-toned and the rea-
son most people only have a select portion of their closet for winter clothes. Whatever your daily go-to items are, top it off with this scarf to add some color and pop. 3. Medium Floppy Hat: When there’s not a blizzard in Connecticut, it’s great to have an accessory to shield your eyes from the blinding reflection of the sun hitting the snow. Floppy hats are usually referenced to a summer lookbook, but a winter floppy hat is more reserved and more structured to keep it trendy during this time of the year. If it’s sunny out, opt for a lighter jacket like a long moto, trench coat or heavy cardigan. You can also keep your outfit basic colors and add a colored floppy hat. If you favor patterns and more color to the body of your outfit, add a simple, dark monotone floppy hat.
Clery Campus Crime Log
*In accordance with the Federal law known as the Clery Act, the UNH Campus Police maintains a Crime Log, which contains information on alleged criminal incidents reported to the UNH Police. The following are matters of public record.
(1) Suspicious Activity Date: Jan. 20, 2015 Time: 1:19 a.m. Location: M.K. Peterson Library
(2) Theft
Date: Jan. 20, 2015 Time: 10:29 a.m. Location: Dunham Hall
(3) Drug Complaint Date: Jan. 22, 2015 Time: 3:08 p.m. Location: Winchester
(4) Alcohol Violation (6) Breach of Peace Date: Jan. 24, 2015 Time: 8:33 p.m. Location: Bixler Hall
Date: Jan. 25, 2015 Time: 9:44 p.m. Location: Bixler Hall
(5) Suspicious Person
(7) Drug Complaint
Date: Jan. 25, 2015 Time: 12:27 a.m. Location: Westside Hall
Date: Jan. 25, 2015 Time: 9:52 p.m. Location: Westside Hall