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THE UNIVERSITY DAHY ANDSON
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2014
arts & features
HOROSCOPES
Because the stars
know things we don't.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Today is a 9
Study and prepare for all the contingencies you can imagine.
A windfall rains down. Let it sink in. A hidden danger lurks on the road ahead. Be skeptical of "too good to be true".
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today is an 8
The truth gets revealed. Your cleverness with business and communications serves you. Finish an old project. Stand firm regarding your commitment. Resist the temptation to show off. The financial situation is unstable. Send an unusual gift.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today is a 9
Avoid impetuosity. Seek private counsel before choosing your course. Don't get stuck with your pet theory. Learn the rules. Adaptations and compromises may be necessary. Re-assess the domestic situation. Clear up clutter without slacking.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Today is a 9
Financial shortages could get annoying, while resolvable. Beat a looming deadline. All does not necessarily go smoothly. Determination and will power get you farther than doubt or skepticism. Step on the gas. Collaborate for more fun and ease.
more fun and ease.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today is a 9
Don't borrow or lend today. The pace quickens, so increase your intention level to focus on the job at hand. Let a female chair the meeting. Cut unessential obligations.
Make an immediate repair and save money and extraordinary hassle. Increase your equity while you are at it. Get supplies wholesale. Cut out the superfluous next week, and delegate to your team.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Today is a 9
your team.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Today is an 8
Be careful now. A work-related bonus rewards past efforts. Plan your steps before launching new projects. Arrange better storage space. Take an important call. Reaffirm a commitment. Listen, to work out tension in a relationship. Energize with imagination.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Today is an 8
Call on your superpowers today.
Use your secret strengths and determination to breeze past roadblocks. Take action for what you want. Grasp an opportunity.
Meet hostility with grace.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Today is a 9
Handle routine chores and mundane paperwork, especially regarding finances. Count the take in private. Ask your partner what they want. Use the skills you've been practicing, and notice new confidence.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is a 9.
Today is a 9
Play an old game you enjoy.
Don't overdo the muscle! You can accomplish some of your goals, and some need postponing. Get expert advice from a partner. Focus on basics.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb.18)
Today is a 9
Someone's skill level surprises you. Finish an overdue project and breathe in relief. Stand up for yourself. Don't throw money around. Today's not great for romance, but it's interesting. You're gaining wisdom.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Today is a 9
Show your exotic side. Practice your latest tricks. Plans may need modification. Intellect + intuition = insight. Return a question with a question... the inquiry's more satisfying than a pat answer. Get into some fascinating conversation.
Photographer shows stories behind scars
DALTON KINGERY
@daltonkingnews
John Adair, a Lawrence artist and photographer, has begun work on a photo series called "Scars," a project that uses photographs of people and their scars as a window into their lives and pasts.
Aidair, a former University student who returned to Lawrence in March, came up with the idea as a way to tell people's stories and encourage people to look past their physical imperfections. The latter was inspired in part by media portrayals of what it looks like to be beautiful.
"I've always had an appreciation for the imperfections that come with being a human being," Adair said. "The idea behind the project is that you should embrace your imperfections. Skin doesn't have to be flawless and smooth to be beautiful."
Since he began experimenting with a camera he found in
his father's belongings when he was younger, Adair has harbored a passion for photography that has grown in recent years, with "Scars" being his latest project.
Adair said he believes the combination of photographs of his subjects and their written stories make the project more impactful than either component could by itself.
"I've always had an appreciation for the imperfections that come with being a human being."
"Stories are important," Adair said. "And every picture tells a story. Regardless of how big or small the scar is, the story behind it is what pulls people in."
JOHN ADAIR Photographer
In keeping with the spirit of the project, Adair does minimal editing to each photograph in the series. Apart from changing the photograph's colors to black and white and slightly increasing the contrasts, Adair makes no alterations to the photos.
Kyra Roesle, a third year University student from Shawnee and close friend of Adair, has been photographed for the project and likes how the project gives new perspectives on the people featured.
"There's always more to people than what you see," said Roesle, whose knuckles on one hand show the scars of a hit-and-run she survived while riding her bike on Massachusetts Street. "You're peeling away the layers of people's lives."
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Preliminary photos from "Scars" can be seen on the Facebook page John Adair Photographs.
John Adair, a Lawrence artist and photographer, is working on a photo series called "Scars." The project focuses on stories behind people's scars.
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Duo to premiere screening of new film Thursday
RYAN MILLER
Filmmakers Jesse McGinness and William Friederich are holding a test screening of their film, "God, grant me" at Liberty Hall on Thursday. The film tells the coming-of-age stories of two troubled individuals.
@Ryanmiller_UDK
Nearly two years ago, Jesse McGinness and University student William Friederich sat down at Henry's Coffee Shop in downtown Lawrence and began writing the script for a film called "God, grant me." This Thursday, the film will hold its first test screening at Liberty Hall, 644 Massachusetts St., at 7 p.m.
Friederich said the movie is about how two troubled individuals meet and grow from each other's weaknesses.
After the two initially met at Henry's Coffee Shop through a mutual friend, they quickly be-
With the premiere this week, the duo is nervous and excited to share their work with the community.
"It's a coming of age story, but it's one that really I think fits our generation," McGinness said.
"It's terrifying throwing out there something that you've worked on for the better part
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of two years of your life that you have really come to love, Frieder said.
the script, and from there the project kicked off. They were able to fund the project after around 60 donors, including Henry's, backed the film on Kickstarter, providing the necessary $4,500.
"We hope we're sort of a lesson to filmmakers, all you need to do is stand up and do it," McGinness said. "You don't need a lot of resources. With tools like Kickstarter, and online education, I haven't stepped foot into a film class, and we've finished a feature length film."
McGinnness said they wanted to challenge the traditional ways of making a narrative and they really wanted to add nuance to it. Friederich said although the film is aimed at sharing their message with all generations, it was heavily influenced by their generation.
They said it has been about 21 months in the works, with most of the work going toward
came friends through their shared interests of writing and film. McGinness said he invited Friederich to help him with
"We're really hoping to progress ourselves as filmmakers and the more people we can show it too, the more feedback we can get and the more we can grow from it."
WILLIAM FRIEDERICH Filmmaker
sound and post-production, which the two said was the toughest part. Friederich said they liked visual editing, but editing sound was a pain.
days back to back to back to back," McGinness said. "It definitely got rough and was draining."
"We would work 16 hour
Friederich said what kept them going during those long nights was the inspiration to share the film with the community.
"It was sort of, 'well we've done too much now to quit;'" he said.
McGinness said they would be happy if they could achieve a theater run, but if they at least achieve success in Lawrence, they would be satisfied.
At the screening this week, the two are welcoming feedback to help further improve their film. Friederich said they're going to have feedback cards and they will host a short session afterwards to discuss the film.
"We're really hoping to progress ourselves as filmmakers and the more people we can show it too,the more feedback we can get and the more we can grow from it," Friederich said.
The duo said they drew a lot of inspiration from Lawrence and appreciate the generous support they have received with the project.
"We're just really ready and happy to share it with people," McGinniss said. "This is the thing you've [the community] helped us with emotionally, financially and physically"
Along with the initial screening at Liberty Hall, the two hope the film will be a
part of the 25 various film festivals around the country they will be submitting to, like Sundance and South by Southwest. The funds from the Lawrence screening will help pay for the entry fees.
Friedierich said by participating in film festivals, he and McGinness can spread the sense of community Lawrence has on a larger scale.
"I'm super excited to share about Lawrence — how great it is, this whole atmosphere of togetherness and how we're all here to support one another," Friederich said.
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Club offers calm forum for philosophical talks
DYLAN GUTHRIE
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@dylangelo785
Outside of the classroom, it is often hard to find an avenue to engage in discussion over relevant issues, but at KU Philosophy Club's weekly meetings, University students have a chance to do just that.
Jeff Carmody, a senior from Lawrence majoring in philosophy and linguistics, became president of the club this semester and said he embraces the opportunity to discuss serious issues in a relaxed and social atmosphere.
"You have classes with people, and that's fine," Carmody said. "You get an idea of what they're like, but it's nice to have more of a social setting with them, where you can talk freely, bounce ideas off them, and go wherever you want in the conversation."
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The Tuesday before Fall Break, John Symons, Chair of the Philosophy Department, held a lecture on transhumanism and
posthumanism in The Commons as part of the Humanities Lecture Series, and the following day, he came in to discuss that same topic at the club's weekly meeting.
Symons said students are sure to see a benefit in their grades, but that is just an offshoot of something even greater that they get from coming to the club's meetings.
"More importantly, it's the pleasure of discussion of ideas with other smart people." Symons said. "They can develop an appreciation for people who are talking about ideas that are intellectually alive."
The club reserves a room in the Union on either Wednesday or Friday evenings for an hour
"... it's nice to have more of a social setting with [classmates], where you can talk freely, bounce ideas off them, and go wherever you want in the conversation."
of discussion.
Starting four years ago, members have periodically held Friday meetings at Henry's Coffee Shop downtown, and plan to continue that tradition this semester. As the evening progresses, members who are old enough take the discussion upstairs and have a drink at Henry's Upstairs.
JEFF CARMODY Philosophy club president
that the club should be open to everyone, not just philosophy majors.
"Drinking is always a great lubricant for philosophical discussion," Carmody said.
Discussion is centered on
Carmody said there is often a huge professional barrier between students and faculty in class.
"When you're in a class with really brilliant professors, you learn a lot, but you don't get to just talk to them on a face-toface or informal level," Carmody said.
In Fall 2010, the Philosophy Club was in a period of relative dormancy, but University alumnus J.T. Hammons became president and reactivated the club. He laid the groundwork for what it is today, paving the way for people like Carmody to continue the tradition of a club that combines a relaxed social setting and stimulating discourse. Hammons said one thing he always emphasized was
ideas that are not necessarily taught in the classroom, such as Eastern philosophy and Continental philosophy, even though Carmody stressed that engagement with the philosophy department is incredibly important.
"My goal was to get the practice of philosophy to extend outside of the hundred or so people who were majoring in philosophy at KU," Hammons said. "It was the infusion of philosophy and just having a social club."
Carmody said the club is more about having a dialogue with people who are interested in the life of the mind or just intellectual pursuits in general. The club is not limited to philosophy majors, and in fact, about half of the members have majors outside the field of philosophy.
He said he is looking forward to bringing other faculty members in for the club's weekly meetings and is excited to continue contributing to the state of intellectual discourse on campus.
"I couldn't imagine doing anything else," Carmody said.
Edited by Alyssa Scott