Week 2 – Feb 3-7

Article 1 – Duke women’s basketball opponent preview: No. 17 NC State – https://www.dukechronicle.com/article/2025/02/duke-womens-basketball-opponent-preview-nc-state-raleigh-reynolds-coliseum-kara-lawson-aziaha-james-toby-fournier

This article was a different type of sport article, this was about the upcoming game against NC State This article discussed the past history of the Duke’s women basketball team and different aspects of their performance with the sport. Also how they change their strategy may change depending on the game. Another aspect of the article was talking about the opposing team strategy and specific players. This article is very interesting, the breakdown between the different teams and highlighting the wins, as well as their losses.

At the end of the article they size up two players (one from each team), comparing their strengths. Also highlighting some weaknesses between the two. Giving the spotlight to specific people allows the reader to be more involved with the school athletics. This interesting on the outside, this gives a snap shot of the schools intentions and pride.

Article 2 – Pro-Palestinian student groups organize two-day ‘tent city’ exhibit, vigil following ceasefire deal – https://www.dukechronicle.com/article/2025/02/duke-university-students-for-justice-in-palestine-gaza-tent-exhibition-vigil-following-ceasefire-deal-honoring-dead-palestinians-israel-hamas-war-lack-of-resources-medical-care-speeches

This article is focusing on the Duke’s Palestinian cease fire vigil for those suffering the from the war, this was done by having a showcasing what the conditions were/are like for the Palestinians. Showing the living, food, and hygiene conditions, which are very difficult and different than what is known within the United States. This interactive showcase is very empowering and realistic, many people will fight for the peace but seeing it for those who may not understand is enlightening. Then there are comparisons of the tents, Duke students waiting for men’s basketball tickets to Palestinians. This especially interesting, this allowed students to visualize the difference between something they enjoy doing to what people are forced to do.

Then there was of course a speaking portion of the showcase, which the brought several speakers, one being a doctor who worked with Palestine. They spoke about how caring these people were even with their struggles. Making sure to give them food over themselves, the appertains was astronomical.