2008 Woodie Awards
Loyola SGA schedules Lupe and John Oliver for fall entertainment
Lizzie McQuillan
Issue date: 9/2/08 Section: News
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SGA insists that both acts bring something new to the table since they both are currently popular with the peak of their success still ahead of them.
"I think Lupe is a great performer to have at Loyola because he's the biggest current artist we've had and should put on a good show," said Greg Howard, '10. "He's one of the top artists in his genre and it will be great for students regardless of their backround."
John Oliver can frequently be seen commenting on recent political scandals on The Daily Show. Born in Liverpool, England in 1977, Oliver graduated from Cambridge University with a major in English. He went on to write and star in The Department for BBC Radio 4 with Chris Addison and Andy Zaltzmen. The three men used their air time to solve one major world problem.
It seems fitting for Oliver's visit to occur during a year of such controversy. With an upcoming election, ongoing conflict in Iraq, and a struggling economy, the SGA officials believe that he appearance in Reitz Arena comes at a perfect time.
"It's a good way to incorporate the election," says Tracy Petruziello, Vice President for Social Affairs. "It's another way to let people know that there is an election this year and that we are a part of it and can make a difference."
"His humor is very witty and ironic, and different from what we have had here," said Emma Staley, '09, who interned for The Daily Show over the summer.
"I like his whole British outlook, making fun of the Americans all the time. It's kind of funny," said Kevin Paul, '12.
According to The Daily Show's website, Oliver thrives on humoring American audiences since he "had all but burnt his bridges in his own."
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