Religion teacher to enter seminary at University of Notre Dame

June 6, 2013

Mary Pat Ross, Staff Writer

After much thought and consideration, religion teacher Joe Pedersen has announced his decision to enter the seminary. Pedersen will depart for Notre Dame Seminary next fall. Entering the seminary is not something Pedersen has always planned on doing. “During college I was introduced to a lot of great priests, and they showed me how good and happy that life can be. I have been thinking about it since then, but through my prayer and discernment I have come to believe that I need to explore that possibility now,” Pedersen said. As of right now, he has not made a definite decision to enter the priesthood. Pedersen hopes to discern God’s plan for him. “I wouldn’t go to the... Continue Reading

Five student athletes drafted by the United States Hockey League

Recent graduate TJ Moore is expected to play for the Waterloo Black Hawks in the upcoming season. (Carson Mark)

Five student athletes drafted by the United States Hockey League

June 6, 2013

Thomas Muenzberg, Staff Writer

Five Benilde-St. Margaret’s student athletes were drafted in the 2013 United States Hockey League draft. Sophomores Ben Newhouse and Chase Jungels, senior TJ Moore, as well as juniors Jack Jablonski and Spencer Naas were drafted throughout the two day draft. Ben Newhouse was drafted 72nd overall in the fifth round of the USHL draft by the Waterloo... Continue Reading

Amidst scandal, IRS needs to re-consider non-profit qualifications

June 4, 2013

Molly Eldvick, Staff Writer

This past May, the IRS came clean about their thorough scrutiny towards the Tea Party and affiliated conservative groups. Speculation surrounding this scandal has developed since prior to the 2012 election, raising suspicions as to who was to blame for the inquiries. However, in manipulating this IRS scandal into a conspiracy theory centered on President Obama we have lost focus of the true issue at hand: organizations unrelated to social welfare that are receiving tax-exempt status. Let me start by saying that it is the IRS’ responsibility to remain politically neutral; they did something illegal and must face due consequences. Their actions alone warrant public scrutiny, but the substance... Continue Reading

Senior pursues passion for making and producing music

June 6, 2013

Laura Lyon, Staff Writer

Senior Thomas Gorrilla's strong passion for music make him place a great importance on it in his life. Gorilla is involved in creating music in a workspace that he created himself. He used his closet to set up a “recording studio”, per say, in which he writes, raps, sings, and creates his own beats. Gorilla began his musical pursuit during his sophomore year, when he created a music video as a joke. After his friend commented on how impressive it turned out to be, he was inspired to begin playing around with GarageBand on his Mac computer, creating remixes of songs. “It’s a good way to get emotions out,” Gorilla said. Although Gorilla has a strong passion for music, he is a dedicated... Continue Reading

The best of the Twin Cities’ ice cream shops prepare for a delicious summer

Adele's unique and secret custard recipe sets them apart from traditional ice cream shops. (Grace Moran)

The best of the Twin Cities’ ice cream shops prepare for a delicious summer

June 6, 2013

Grace Moran, Staff Writer

Sebastian Joe’s Sebastian Joe’s, another of Minnesota’s nationally recognized best ice cream shops, can be found in the heart of Minneapolis and Uptown. Created by brothers Tim, Todd, and Michael in 1984, Sebastian Joe’s—named after their late grandfather Sebastiano or “Joe”— has been family owned since its origins and pushes for excellence... Continue Reading

SportDateTimeOpponentLocation
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SportDateOpponentResultW/L
Boys GolfThu, May 30 Section Opponents5th Place
Boys LacrosseThu, May 30 Blake (Section)7-8 Read StoryL
BaseballThu, May 30 Armstrong (Sections)0-5L
Girls GolfWed, May 29 Section Opponents4th Place
Boys LacrosseTue, May 28 Washburn (Sections)17-3W
BaseballMon, May 27 Hopkins (Sections)0-4L
BaseballMon, May 27 Richfield (Sections)6-5W
Sat, May 25 Orono (Sections)7-6W
BaseballSat, May 25 Orono (Sections)7-6W
Boys LacrosseFri, May 24 Edina16-8 Read StoryW
SoftballFri, May 24 Armstrong (Sections)3-4L
SoftballThu, May 23 Edina (Sections)3-4L
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.

Two graduating seniors enrich their education by spending a gap year abroad

Two graduating seniors enrich their education by spending a gap year abroad

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
May 16, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories

With the year winding down, a large majority of BSM’s senior class will move on to pursue a new academic path at college next fall. However, this is not the case for a small number of seniors like Sophia Flumerfelt and Michelle Doyle who are taking a gap year to further enrich their global perspective... Read more »

Third Iron Man movie is packed with action and great acting

Third Iron Man movie is packed with action and great acting

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
May 16, 2013
Filed under A&E

Mixed with tension, bits of comedy, and promising action, “Iron Man 3” surpasses the two previous films improving upon the celebrated series. Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man) thrives once again as everybody’s favorite superhero and electrifies the overall film. His performance is complemented by... Read more »

Sports and racial history make “42″ a memorable film

Sports and racial history make “42″ a memorable film

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
April 22, 2013
Filed under Movie Reviews, Top Stories

Lead by Chadwick Boseman and award-winning actor Harrison Ford, the film “42” captures audiences with compelling baseball scenes and drama. Not only does it reflect Jackie Robinson’s career, the movie also acknowledges and appreciates the legacy of the first African-American major leaguer in American... Read more »

Bruce Willis returns to carry another “Die Hard” film

Bruce Willis returns to carry another “Die Hard” film

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
March 1, 2013
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews

Six years after premiering “Live Free or Die Hard,” the iconic hero Bruce Willis finally heads to Russia for another bold and staggering episode of the Die Hard series. With bits of humor and impressive chemistry between Bruce Willis and John Jai Courtney, “A Good Day to Die Hard” is definitely... Read more »

Arndt and Setchell qualify for alpine State

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
February 12, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Having shown great improvements from the start of season, the girls’ alpine team, along with boys, left their Afton Alps sections race with fifth place. Racking up total of 355 points, the team presented two state qualifiers, senior Mary Grace Ardnt and sophomore Alex Setchell. Ardnt, one of the captains... Read more »

Two boys’ alpine skiers advance to State

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
February 12, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

After a strong regular season, the boys' alpine team finished fifth at sections with two skiers qualifying for the state meet. Scoring total of 404 points, the team fell behind Orono, Blake, Minnetonka, and St. Cloud Breakaways. Grabbing second at the individual race, senior captain Arthur Boyle raced... Read more »

Minnesota schools struggle through flu season

Minnesota schools struggle through flu season

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 30, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

After coming off a mild flu season last year, Minnesota is on the brink of an all-out epidemic. With 112 schools reporting flu outbreaks, Benilde-St. Margaret’s and the surrounding communities are taking maximum precautions against the flu in attempt to stop it before it becomes uncontrollable. Since... Read more »

“The Last Stand” promises action, brings inconsistency

“The Last Stand” promises action, brings inconsistency

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews

Released on January 18, “The Last Stand” fails to demonstrate an in-depth, structured storyline yet displays a vigorous and exhilarating movie. Making his US debut, South Korean director Ji-woon Kim not only created an impressive action film but appropriately suited the return of iconic action-hero... Read more »

Ruzzle app quickly becomes popular

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 22, 2013
Filed under Digital Life

Developed by social game company Zynga the app Ruzzle tops the chart as 2013’s first breakout game. Attracting over 15 million downloads, Ruzzle offers a fast-paced, interactive game where a player must find as many words as possible to stack up points in two minutes against his/her opponent. In order... Read more »

Rave: Seafood

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 15, 2013
Filed under Rants & Raves

Seafood has everything to complete an elegant meal. The salty, seawater scent of sizzling fish naturally makes me drool and overindulge myself. The taste of soft flesh with just enough oil and a hint of lemon melts effortlessly inside my mouth. Seafood, not only fulfilling my picky appetite, gives me... Read more »

Rave: Persian Cats

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 11, 2013
Filed under Rants & Raves

Persian cats cannot be described as just pets. Covered with gentle, luxurious, flowing coats, they naturally stand out in front of other breeds and engage the eyes of purr-addicts and pet-lovers. Their tender physique attracts people walking past, and their perfectly rounded, glimmering eyes enchant... Read more »

Fantasy football brings in more viewers

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 10, 2013
Filed under Digital Life

Fantasy football, one of the most heated competitions in the United States, allows people to become general managers and raise the strongest, most efficient team to compete. It can be played with sites such as ESPN, Yahoo, or NFL and keeps participants engaged with apps on smart phones. By first picking... Read more »

Girls’ alpine races to third at Buck Hill

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 10, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The girls alpine ski team took third place among with five other teams at Tri Metro Meet. Sophomore Alexis Hoedeman raced to combined time of 56.2 seconds, placing sixth. Jamie Dritz, a freshman, finished at 9th place with 58.93 seconds. Overall, the girls looks forward to improve at the next meet.

Boys’ alpine takes second at Tri Metro Meet

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 10, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

On January 9th, the boys' alpine ski team took second place at the Tri Metro Meet at Buck Hill. Stacking up total of 195 points, the boys fell behind The Blake School who finished with 262 points. Senior Arthur Boyle once more took first place with combined 43.57 seconds while sophomore Jackson Fortney... Read more »

Girls’ alpine wins two at Hyland meet

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 9, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

Facing Mound Westonka, Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team, and Minneapolis Southwest along with the boys, the girls alpine team left Hyland Hills with two victories and one loss. The girls went 50-5 against Mound Westonka, 42-13 against MAST, and 11 points under Southwest. At individual races, senior captain... Read more »

Boys’ alpine beats two out of three in matchup at Hyland

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 9, 2013
Filed under Sports Briefs

The boys alpine team finished strong on January 8th against Mound Westonka, Minneapolis Southwest, and Minneapolis Alpine Ski Team (MAST). While comfortably beating Mound Westonka and Southwest 46-9 and 41-14 respectively, the team fell nine points short of defeating MAST at Hyland Hills. Senior captain... Read more »

Original Halo game available for computers

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 8, 2013
Filed under Digital Life

“Halo” has turned out to be the most popular game among BSM students this year. “Halo 1,” also known as “Halo: Combat Evolved,” first launched back in 2001 on Microsoft’s Xbox and evolved into a multi-billion dollar game franchise. Although producing newer, slicker, and faster versions... Read more »

Flynn combines intrigue with facts in “American Assassin”

Flynn combines intrigue with facts in “American Assassin”

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
January 5, 2013
Filed under A&E, Book Reviews

Written by Vince Flynn, a best-selling author and Minnesota native, “American Assassin” proves itself to not only be one of Flynn’s best novels but an overall excellent political thriller. It connects very distinctly to United States history, and at the same time, draws readers to the authentic... Read more »

Teachers transition to MacBook Airs

Teachers transition to MacBook Airs

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
November 29, 2012
Filed under News

The technology department is making plans for the faculty Macbooks to be replaced by crisp, thinner, and lighter Macbook Airs after Christmas break, pending the approval of the board at their meeting on December 19. The teachers’ current computers have been used for almost four years, and teachers... Read more »

“Red Dawn” fails to impress with poor acting, confusing plot

“Red Dawn” fails to impress with poor acting, confusing plot

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
November 28, 2012
Filed under A&E, Movie Reviews

Directed by Dan Bradley, who also worked with films such as “The Bourne Ultimatum,” “Spider-Man 3,” and “Quantum of Solace,” the latest “Red Dawn” lacks connections with today’s reality and fails to improve from the original version, released in 1984. Even with the experience of major... Read more »

Sophomore travels to Tanzania to serve, experience culture

Sophomore travels to Tanzania to serve, experience culture

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
November 26, 2012
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories

On June 16, Jon Cadle, a sophomore at Benilde-St. Margaret’s, set off for Tanzania with his mom, friend, and seven other people from the Lord of Life Church. During his trip, Cadle visited multiple third world villages, distributing supplies and food to the locals. Although sharing a twin-sized bed... Read more »

Rant: Morning Traffic

Jason Kang, Staff Writer
October 25, 2012
Filed under Rants & Raves

Every morning, traffic creates chaos for students and parents. Senior drivers go ten miles under the speed limit and early workers text and talk on their phones, making everyone late. Highways overflow with cars when weary drivers try to merge in between tight spaces, and accidents and detour signs worsen... Read more »

Title IX prevents U of M from establishing mens’ soccer

Aidan O'Driscoll and Jason Kang
October 1, 2012
Filed under Opinions

The Women’s soccer team at the University of Minnesota amazed everyone by shocking their opponents and starting off with a 5-2 season, but the men’s team is nowhere in sight...literally. Men’s Soccer at the NCAA level has been absent from the U of M sports program since it was founded. The University... Read more »