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Friday, January 14, 2011 THE LAWRENTIAN Vol. CXXVIII, No. 10 Lawrence University's student newspaper since 1884 www.Lawrentian.com Buchanan Kiewit Wellness Center celebrates grand opening Tammy Tran in renovating Buchanan Kiewit member of faculty or staff, it is a Staff Writer was to create “something that was great benefit to all of us to have vibrant and expressed some of the this wonderful facility. It’s cen- Members of the Lawrence com- things going on the campus.” trally located, modern, and what a munity gathered to celebrate the Sports Information Director great way for us to be proactive in grand opening of the Buchanan Joe Vanden Acker’s photographs our own lives in leading a lifestyle Kiewit Wellness Center Jan. 12. of Lawrence students are dis- that is healthy,” said Patty Leiker, The grand opening began with played throughout the Wellness co-chair of Lawrence’s Wellness a group photograph and remarks Center. Said Hagee, “As the classes Steering Committee. from President Jill Beck, followed change, we will change the photo- “Buchanan-Kiewit is a big by self-guided tours of the newly graphs, too.” building in a prime location,” stat- renovated building. A variety of This way, the building consis- ed Beck, “but is has been under- prizes were offered in a raffle and tently reflects the current students used for years. Hopefully, mov- the first 500 attendees received of the Lawrence community. ing health and counseling services “WelLU” drawstring gym bags. An upcoming feature of the into the building — and adding to Additionally, the Community wellness center will be a student- what has been available in exercise Blood Center’s bloodmobile was designed sculpture. Currently, equipment and wellness program- stationed outside to collect blood “there is a deck that just had ming — will make this facility donations throughout the day. birch bark and half dead plants,” more welcoming and supportive of New features of the Buchanan stated Hagee. In collaboration with the Lawrence community.” Assistant Professor of Art Rob Prior to the institution of a Kiewit Wellness Center include Photo by Minh Nguyen staff offices, exam rooms, a lab Neilson, Hagee plans to install a one-stop center for wellness, stu- student-designed sculpture on dent health services and counsel- were coming back after fall term, Wellness Steering Committee and room and a triage room available so we had to find more bedrooms.” WelLU can reach out to students for health and counseling services. this deck of the Wellness Center. ing services were located in the Students and recent alumni will be Landis-Peabody wing of Colman The expansion of Colman Hall and everyone on campus to learn Cardio equipment has been moved has created residence space for 21 what they want to learn more to level three, and the weight room able to submit sketches for com- Hall. mittee deliberation. “Students had to walk way over students, a bathroom accessible to about.” Students are encouraged is now on level two. Cable televi- people with disabilities and a floor to share suggestions about what sions were installed in the cardio “It’s another way of tying in to an isolated area on campus,” students to this project,” said said Leiker. “Now, the Wellness lounge. resources, classes and information room and weight room. The check- However, the institution of they would like to see available at in and information desk has been Hagee. Center is centrally located and Bringing together student much more accessible to students.” a Wellness Center at Lawrence the Wellness Center. moved to the main level to create a means more than just new facili- To offer suggestions, com- more welcoming atmosphere. health services, counseling servic- “It made sense for us to com- es and campus fitness/recreation bine what we had sitting on the ties and more sensible logistics. ments or ask a question about well- Director of Conferences and According to Leiker, the Wellness ness at Lawrence or the Wellness Summer Programs at Lawrence and facilities, the Wellness Center will west side of campus with what was cultivate a culture of health and already going on in the health cen- Center “brings wellness to a new Center, please visit the WelLU web- Wellness Center project manager level of awareness on campus.” site and click the suggestion box to Lynn Hagee said that a main goal wellness across campus. ter,” said Hagee. “Simultaneously, “Whether you’re a student, we needed rooms for students who Now, Leiker claims, “The provide input.

as skilled; we have something to conversation of the school,” Kaiser bring to the table.” said. Lawrence students launch Her Campus website Morik agreed, noting the advan- After obtaining status as an magazine designed for college-age specifically for Lawrence students, tages of connecting with other stu- official club, both Kaiser and Morik women. The website features blog Kaiser applied. She explained the dents across the country: “I want want to use the website as a means posts written by Lawrence stu- application process: “I had to to do as much as I can while I’m at to connect Lawrence to the larger dents and is managed by Kaiser submit my resume, three writing Lawrence and not constrain myself Appleton community. and Ariella Morik ‘12. samples and then basically have within the ‘Lawrence Bubble.’ And “Once we get recognized by Kaiser, an economics major a conversation with [Her Campus] that’s why I love the idea of Her Lawrence, which is our first and and government minor, said that about why I’d be qualified to start Campus, because it puts Lawrence foremost goal,” Morik explained, she stumbled upon Her Campus up the branch.” on this national level and puts us “I had this idea that potentially we while “browsing a website that fea- “Upon starting the branch here in conversation with east coast and could do community outreach.” tured startup companies.” at Lawrence,” Kaiser said, “I knew west coast schools.” Morik continued, “We want to She was immediately interest- I had to have people to work with, Morik anticipates that it might create relationships with not only ed in the website and sought out so I reached out to people I knew take Lawrence students awhile to Lawrence but also the commu- more information. who I thought might be interest- completely embrace Her Campus. nity, which comes right back to Three undergraduates at ed.” “Perhaps people might not receive Lawrence.” Harvard University founded Her Morik, an English major and this very well initially, and it’s so Her Campus Lawrence gives Campus in September 2009. French minor, was the first per- different and could be construed Lawrence students a forum to dis- According to a press release detail- son to express enthusiasm and as trivial, but that’s almost the cuss fashion, dorm life, relation- ing the launch of Her Campus joined Kaiser as co-manager of Her point. We want to make it fun,” ships and careers in an informal Lawrence, Her Campus is designed Campus Lawrence. Morik said. and relaxed manner. The website is to “[highlight] the best in student As a school contributing to Her While the website is just in its primarily being promoted through journalism while filling the critical Campus, Lawrence represents one beginning stages, Kaiser and Morik social media such as Facebook and hole in the media marketplace that of a small number of schools in have a unified vision for their proj- Twitter. responds directly to the needs of the United States. Kaiser explained: Photo by Tara Atkinson ect. The next step for the website Kaiser and Morik urge stu- college women.” “We were one of the original found- is gaining recognition as an official dents interested in contributing to Amy Sandquist Her Campus offers students ing schools to join the website in Lawrence club. the site to find more information News Editor from different colleges and uni- a group of schools that includes “We’re in the process of becom- about getting involved by visit- versities the opportunity to begin Harvard, MIT, Northwestern. And ing a Lawrence club, so we can get ing it at http://hercampus.com/ During Lawrence’s six-week their own websites unique to their we’re in that group now; we’re funding and have a symbiotic rela- lawrence. winter break, Annie Kaiser ‘11 particular schools. connected to them on Facebook tionship with the school. This is oversaw the launch of the website After Kaiser discovered that and on Twitter. We’re networking basically a student driven project... Her Campus Lawrence, an online she could create a Her Campus site out and showing that we are just we want the website to reflect the

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2 NEWS FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 LUCC candidate forum introduces 2011-2012 executive board Bridget Donnelly The two candidates began with pamphlet about LUCC placed in ily for fairness and openness in said current Vice President Ellie Associate News Editor individual statements of intention, student mailboxes at the beginning their dealings with students and Crean ‘11. “We would all like for and the remainder of the forum of the year. LUCC has a publicity organizations on campus. “Make the incoming cabinet to be as well The LUCC Executive Election involved relaying questions from committee, and Vanko noted his it exceedingly clear why you made prepared as possible to ensure a Candidate Forum was held those in attendance, including wish to think up “new, innovative what decision,” said Byers, so that smooth transition.” Wednesday, January 12 to intro- current members of the executive ways of publicizing and making groups can avoid making future Other plans for this term duce the candidates for next year’s board. use of that committee.” mistakes, especially in terms of include a second annual Staff executive board. The candidates Vanko stressed the importance Vanko additionally expressed budget. Appreciation Day, a reporting included J.R. Vanko ‘13 for presi- of “making LUCC more accessible his wish to increase faculty par- One of the main goals the of the results and recommen- dent and Carl Byers ‘14 for vice for students [who want to know] ticipation, noting that when LUCC current executive board plans to dations of the Environmental president. how to go about voicing their originated on campus the majority accomplish before the end of the Responsibility committee’s sur- Although Vanko and Byers frustrations,” a challenge that he of votes belonged to faculty mem- term transition will be to fix up vey on green practices on campus are the only candidates for their believes could be aided by increas- bers. Vanko hopes that increasing some of the current internal struc- and a continuation of the Student respective positions, current ing visibility in terms of publicity the prominence of faculty on the ture and prepare the new board. Welfare committee’s plans to con- LUCC President Andrew King ‘11 as well as the location in which council is “going to bring a whole The current executive board duct research with regards to a explained, “Pursuant to fair demo- LUCC meetings are held. new dynamic to the council.” will, according to King, “be work- proposed campus-wide smoking cratic procedure and the LUCC Byers shared this opinion, stat- In terms of student participa- ing closely with these two indi- ban. Constitution, an election will be ing, “I see lots of people who want tion, the candidates noted their viduals to ensure that they have a Elections for President and held despite both seats being to be involved but don’t seem to mutual objective to carry out more successful transition into office, as Vice President will be held next uncontested.” know how.” polls in order to give the majority well as reflecting on our tenure as week Monday and Tuesday from The candidate forum provid- Both candidates offered sug- of students a say in major cam- LUCC executives and passing sug- 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from ed an opportunity for Vanko and gestions for actively reaching out pus issues. Such techniques have gestions along to the next execu- 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. just inside the Byers to explain to Lawrence com- to groups on campus that might been used frequently, but are often tives.” entrance of the Warch Campus munity members the expectations be hesitant or unaware how to undertaken on a small scale, such “The current cabinet has done Center. they have and goals they wish to approach LUCC, including a news- as being performed by district. much in the last year to ensure accomplish during their tenure on letter released at least once a term Ultimately, Byers noted, the that a complete record has been LUCC’s executive board. along with regular updates and a two candidates are aiming primar- kept of all that we have done,” Colman expansion alleviates housing crisis Rebecca Carvalho Bearing in mind the difficul- Sara Brannon ‘11, head RLA Staff Writer ties of accommodating students of Colman, is excited about these returning this winter from off- changes. Brannon is already work- campus programs, Associate Dean ing hard with Colman Hall Director After weeks of construction, of Students for Campus Life Amy and Volunteer Programs Assistant the health and counseling center Uecke said that the Landis wing Dan Geddes and the Colman RLAs was transferred from the Landis- is a housing option that helped to integrate this new group of Peabody wing of Colman Hall to “accommodate students in a way residents. the Buchanan Kiewit Wellness that would make them feel this is “We have a new RLA, sophomore Center. The wing has been turned a very nice place to be.” student Christina Bettencourt, and Photo by Nhi Nguyen into a new residential area for The expansion of Colman we are also working with Hall students. In order to better welcome “There will be a ribbon cut- offers not only nice and welcom- Council,” said Brannon. She also Colman Hall’s expansion came the new students, the residence ting ceremony at 4:30, followed by ing facilities but also offers resi- pointed out that Colman has a in time to solve the housing dilem- life staff in Colman plans to host tours, food and [a] raffle. The prize dents the possibility to room with larger group of freshmen this year, ma Lawrence has faced this year. a BroCoLand (Brokaw, Colman, drawing will take place at 5:20,” another student they already had and the community feels much Fourteen rooms, a bathroom and a Landis) Grand Opening Friday, Jan. said Brannon. The Lawrence com- in mind. stronger. lounge are now available. 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. munity is invited to attend.

Then it sunk and didn’t rebound.” Facility Services staff conveyed the heating. By the time the tem- University quick to support ORC At the time, students who were in the extent of the structural dam- porary braces were installed, there the basement could see the floor of age to the residents of the ORC was no structural concern.” The the room above them undulating. house and assured them that the university provided space heaters The following morning, Katy building was structurally sound. on Sunday evening for those who Cummings, ORC house Residence Though some of the beams that remained in the house. Life Manager, contacted Assistant had broken had dry-rot, Cummings The heating in the house con- Dean of Students for Campus explained, “The house basement is tinued to have problems early in Life Curt Lauderdale. Lauderdale built [such that] there are support the week: Tuesday evening the worked with security to assess beams that run throughout the heat in the first floor stopped the grounds. Security then called entire floor, and [rooms] are sepa- working and Wednesday night the members of Facility Services. rated by cement walls. Damage heat had turned off on the second “Facility Services staff was only traveled throughout one floor. there to provide a temporary fix room.” and long-term structural enhance- Concurrently, the heating ments,” stated Lauderdale. stopped working around 3:30 a.m. Junior Henry Strehlow, ORC Sunday. It has since been proven member whose room suffered the that the heating malfunctioning damages, recounted, “[The carpen- was caused by a student urinat- ter] said it was a standard thing to ing on equipment outside of the Photo by Tara Atkinson fix in a very old house.” house. Sunday afternoon, floor jacks Strehlow stated, “[At the time,] Maureen Darras last decade of the 19th century. Editor-in-Chief It became student housing in the were installed underneath the there was confusion about that. I 1970s and has been inhabited by floor to raise the depression, and was surprised to find out that they the ORC since 1998. The building temporary posts were installed on were definitely unrelated.” A bedroom floor caved during Monday. Strehlow and his room- Cummings echoed this senti- an unregistered party held in the capacity is only 11 beds; because of fire code restrictions, ORC typi- mate, Robert Sweedler, were pro- ment: “I just assumed that one of Outdoor Recreation Club formal vided with singles in Sage Hall on the beams had hit a heating pipe.” group house on Saturday, Jan. 8 cally hosts registered parties in spaces such as Sage basement and Sunday, and were residing there as Once the damage had been when six support beams in the of Wednesday, Jan. 13. brought to the attention of basement cracked and gave way. Trever basement. According to ORC member Facility Services intends to Lauderdale, he affirmed, “Facility After the members of the house install new steel cross-beams to Services and Security were quick evacuated the room, they locked and former house resident John Blinderman, “Right before it hap- replace the wooden ones in order to respond. Temporary rooms the door. to reinforce the floor of the bed- were provided for those affected. The ORC house, located at 742 pened [the floor] dipped three times […] everyone was jumping. room before allowing the students Rooms were offered to everyone East Boldt Way, was built in the to return. else in the house […] mainly for Photo by Tara Atkinson HELP THE ENVIRONMENT. RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER! THE LAWRENTIAN

FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 VARIETY 3 Ask a fifth-year: Face it, ski masks are a no soon? Or will it suck even worse? now, don’t worry, that feeling will this is another moment to ques- once you get to a building, you are Any wise words of wisdom for sur- pass — if you’re smart, you will tion your life and your choices. In reluctant to leave it earlier than viving the cold? get through it without losing any short, pants are cool! necessary. So it sucks to arrive at Sincerely, limbs to frostbite. In fact, I’d say Cover up, but here are some the Con for a nice long practice Califrostation you’d have to be extremely stupid “don’ts.” Number one, ski masks. sesh and realize that you left a — excuse me, unwise, — if you Let’s face it: Wearing a ski mask piece of music or something in Hi, Califrostation. I’m sorry to get frostbite traveling the distance makes you look like a creep or your Trever dorm room. I like to tell you that the winter will just across campus. a criminal. And come on, you’re pack anything and everything that suck more, and for a long time. I’m The number one thing to not skiing and the campus isn’t I might need in my book bag and positive that Mother Nature hates remember is cover up! Ladies, that so large that a scarf and hat won’t camp out in whatever academic Appleton with the fiery passion of skirt with no tights or leggings protect you for the short amount building I need to be in. a thousand suns — it’s probably may look sexy, but dried up skin of time it will take you to get any- Lastly, don’t forget to have fun! revenge for giving the country Joe does not. And gentlemen, wear- where. Yes, snow sucks, but snowballs are McCarthy. Not only will it get cold- ing shorts or no coat may make I also wouldn’t suggest wear- awesome — unless they hit you in er — yes you read that right — but you feel manly, but if you need ing long underwear. While it’s cold the face, and then they suck too. we will also get a lot more snow. to subject your body to unhealthy outside, the academic buildings But be careful, because apparently Then, in mid-February, the conditions to prove your masculin- are often kept at an unbelievably throwing snowballs is illegal in Evan Williams snow will melt and there will be a ity, then I think you should take a high temperature. So while long Appleton. But that might just be Columnist few days of warmth, but don’t get hard look at your life. underwear keeps you warm for the a rumor. used to it: The cold and snow will I knew someone freshman year five minutes that you’re outside, To conclude, yes, Appleton Dear Evan, return with a vengeance and may who took a bet that he could wear you might be sweating for the 70 winters suck, but wearing clothes, I’m a freshman from California stay around until the first week or shorts every day of winter term. He minutes you’re inside. coats and some nice boots will get and I’m worried about surviving so of March. won the bet and is still alive and Also, planning your trips you through it. May the Warmth be Appleton winters. It’s been pretty Yet, even though you won’t well, but if you need to take off across campus is important. I’m with you. cold recently — will it get better enjoy the snow — and if you do items of clothes for money, then sure you’ve already found that

echo my own sentiments. “I’m many of us take for granted. After countless hot pockets purely for crying tears of joy for the new deciding it would be too much to their scorching, burning heat — try trampoline we have in the house!” start a fire in our living room, the eating a hot pocket for flavor — Things fall apart exclaimed Mingus Kong. O.R.C. house quickly turned the that we were informed that some The total damage to the house oven on full blast for a good, quick creature had peed in our boiler Erik Wyse say the least. An hour of whirling was immense, likened to the col- and green heat source. It just so exhaust outside. Something to be Staff Writer dervishes later I come to realize lapse of the guilds of old America. happened we were baking a raisin said for accuracy and determina- that (A) Dr. Robert and Tommy It started with fun and built to nut bread. tion. Sirens ringing in my ears. The Soft Hands’ room was looking like destruction. Dancing and jumping I consider myself lucky among I gladly say that now our house screams of Emily Bablitch sound- Danny Devito on a bad day, (B) our on the wooden floor. Too much my housemates. Some of us did has returned to normalcy. For all ing down the hallway. It’s Sunday heat was gone, and (C) I wasn’t pressure, too much Manishevitz. not make it out of the situation those who may challenge our morning, Jan. 9, 2011 and I’m in wearing any pants. It was quite a Seems like a regular Bar Mitzvah, so well. Kyu-Po was missing for at house’s integrity, I say: try travers- my room in the O.R.C. house at lot to happen in just one night. right? Wrong: As one Dr. Robert least two days before we found him ing our new moat, try scaling our Lawrence University. Today is a This house experience has to be became a man, the floor of his in our cupboard huddled among walls. Pee down our boiler exhaust; day that will live in infamy — or included among my all-time most room regressed, sinking three three leopard print snuggies, pray- you can’t pee down our freedom. until Jill Beck secretly removes it memorable events at Lawrence. I’m inches lower than it should have ing for the Gods of Beach Bliss to Destroy our floor — it doesn’t mat- from the annals of history. going to forever refer to it as Deep been. pay a visit to Wisconsin. This is ter, our room will just seem bigger. “Confused” does not adequate- Impact 2011. I can’t say I’m proud, While the structural problems the most horrendous situation, but We, the O.R.C. house, run together: ly describe my feelings about this I can’t take credit for this event, of the house were frightening and deserves mentioning as a prime We never die, we don’t believe in morning. Better to say I feel as if but being a member or “victim” of consuming in their own right, the example of what can become of a band-aids and we don’t use nap- I’ve had my identity stolen, my the house, I feel a certain strong loss of heat quickly became equal- man with no center to hold onto. kins. Try us. As John Muir is our kidneys taken and my eyebrows connection to the event nonethe- ly noticeable. Heat, that most won- It was only days later, after witness, we will triumph. shaved off. Not a good feeling, to less. My other O.R.C. housemates derful commodity — something so finding Kyu-Po and consuming LUCC Update The application period for the next LUCC executives has closed with two applications received. Johnathan R. Vanko is the candidate for the seat of President and Carl Byers is the candidate for the seat of Vice-President. Voting for the Executive Elections is being held Monday January 17th and Tuesday January 18th at the entrance of the Warch Campus Center. Polling stations will be open from 11:30am-1pm and 5:30pm-7pm on both days.

Come and place your vote for the next Executives of LUCC!

There are student vacancies on various committees of LUCC including Residence Life and Student Welfare. Any inquiries should be directed toward Andrew King, President of LUCC.

The next General Council meeting will be Monday January 24th at 4:30pm in the Hurvis Room of the WCC. Come with any community concerns or just to stay updated on the Lawrence Community! THE LAWRENTIAN

4 FEATURES FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 Letters from abroad: Life at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam Daniel Miller appreciate about Amsterdam. any destination if you’re willing to view in which they talk about their typical Dutch attitude towards for The Lawrentian Being alone in a new city for brave the reckless Dutch scofflaw interests with the head of the life: People are treated as equals. the first time is inevitably an intim- cyclists. music department. Individuals may make mistakes On my first night in idating experience. The first few So, a few days after my arrival, The Dutch trademark informal- but should still be treated with Amsterdam, my roommate told me days, I got lost in Amsterdam’s I accompanied two friends to the ity is evident every day, although dignity; challenges are approached he and a group of other American circular streets; I was afraid my used-bike store around the corner the teaching is rigorous: Students and overcome calmly and logically. students had searched for one transit pass would expire and that from our apartments to try out the refer to professors as “teachers.” After four months in the of Amsterdam’s legendary “coffee I’d face an uncomfortable confron- rides. The Portuguese bike repair- Homework is rarely graded — Netherlands, I feel more confi- shops” — establishments which tation with an irate tram driver. man who staffs the store — let’s grades are often assigned based dent. I’ve learned enough Dutch sell marijuana, which is decriminal- And there was inevitably a call him Tomás — is like a sketchy entirely on a final exam. to complete simple transactions in ized in the Netherlands, although moment of awkwardness when- used-car dealer that you can’t help And I was very surprised one the vernacular, and my skills on a still technically illegal. ever I was asked something in but like. I don’t trust him, but his day in Music Aesthetics class when bicycle have reached a point where Paraphrasing the way he told Dutch. During that time I felt more amiable teasing is placating. our charming, diminutive teacher I can pull on a glove one-handed it, “We saw a place called ‘The comfortable shopping at the tiny We wanted to try out some asked us to submit a paper and to with a bag of groceries in the other Smoke House.’ We got all the way halal groceries and falafel stands bikes that were chained through “avoid copy-pasting from sources hand and a missing right pedal — inside before we saw the glass of the North African and Middle the wheels out front, but there because it will ruin the tone of it broke and I’m too cheap to get cases and the salami. [...] It was a Eastern district in which my apart- was a problem! Tomás had lost the your essay — and I will know — it fixed. deli. The proprietor totally knew ment sits. I felt reassured by first- key to the padlock. I helped him and if you copy from Wikipedia The people I’ve met — friends, what was up!” generation immigrants who, wher- search as he stumbled around the the writing might not even be that colleagues and the wonderful char- Indeed, the idea that study- ever they had come from, had over-full shop, swearing profusely good.” It was the gentlest admoni- acters around the city — are as ing abroad in Amsterdam must already gone through the process in several languages. We found the tion against plagiarism I’d ever important a part of the experience be a sort of European “Fear and of adjusting to this new culture key, and he ruefully admitted that heard! As the Canadian next to as the classes I’ve taken. At this Loathing in Las Vegas-with-tulips- and home. he should probably “stop drinking me paraphrased, “If you’re going point, my biggest concern is how and-clogs” follows us Amsterdam The first thing you do in on the clock.” to plagiarize, at least do it from a I’m going to re-adjust to America exchange students at every step Amsterdam is to get a bicycle. The When classes finally started, reputable source.” next year. But I still have another of our travels. Undeniably, there Dutch proudly tell foreigners that I noticed some differences from I’m sure that any actual plagia- term in the Netherlands to figure is that side to the city, but there is the city has more bicycles than the American system. There is no rism would not be taken lightly, that out! much more that I want people to people. They are the most conve- class list available. Students are but this quiet confidence char- nient mode of transportation to assigned classes based on an inter- acterizes what I think of as the Yoga craze sweeps campus Chelsea Johnson when done correctly, stretch with- for The Lawrentian out strain. “Yoga helps strengthen parts of your body you normally don’t When thinking of yoga, many focus on,” said freshman Cori Lin. people imagine a cynical stereo- Many athletes have found that type: the pretentious middle-class incorporating yoga into their work- person arriving to class with a outs can help improve their physi- nonfat soy latte. While that stereo- cal ability. At Lawrence, the swim type holds true in some places, on team holds a weekly yoga session. Lawrence’s campus you might have “You have to be pretty flexible to to reconsider. Here, yoga includes do most of the strokes well, so a diverse assemblage of students yoga has been a big plus,” fresh- and community members, and the man Frank Lieberman said. lattes are optional. Yoga is famous for its atten- While yoga has been offered tion to mental health and rejuvena- at Lawrence for many years, it tion, which is another reason that has recently enjoyed a surge in it attracts students. Instructors popularity. Less than two years encourage breath awareness and ago, regulars to classes offered at careful attention to form to help the recreation center numbered promote this mental relaxation. less than 12. Now, classes often “In the chaos of college life, have up to 50 people. This trend yoga really helps me to ground parallels a national one — all over, myself and live in the present,” people seem to be getting excited freshman Fanny Lau said. “Worries Photo by Oren Jakobson about this ancient form of exercise just melt away on my yoga mat.” trained instructor who dem- for conservatory students as part instructors and locations without and meditation. With its lack of rules and onstrates the poses, people can of their ongoing effort to promote a financial commitment. For many people, yoga’s equipment, yoga is a very easy always adjust the poses to their physical wellbeing for musicians. For those of us who don’t leave appeal lies in its holistic approach activity for complete novices to own level of ability. PAIN’s winter-term schedule will our rooms once winter hits, there to fitness. “Yoga brings balance become involved with. Beginning For students interested in try- be announced shortly. Although are many ways to practice yoga at and harmony to the body, mind yoga students should remember ing yoga, classes are offered in the catered toward music students, home. There are free yoga pod- and spirit,” local instructor Suzy to wear comfortable, form-fitting Esch Studio in the Warch Campus these sessions are open to all. casts on iTunes, and the Nintendo Weyenberg said. clothing, remove their shoes and Center Monday through Thursday Appleton also has many yoga WiiFit system has many different Physically, yoga focuses on socks, turn off their cell phones at 11:15 a.m. This is the most studios that offer more advanced guided yoga poses. strengthening and stretching by and come with a positive attitude, popular yoga option for students, and specialized classes, and many Beginners, beware: Once you moving participants through a no matter their level of experience. because “it’s really easy to get to gyms, including the Appleton start, it may be hard to quit. As number of poses of varying inten- “Be consistent in your prac- and the class times are very conve- YMCA, provide classes for mem- Lau warns, “A friend persuaded sity. While it sometimes looks odd tice,” Weyenberg said. “Be patient nient,” Lin said. bers though some classes require me to come to one class, and I’ve to bystanders, the strange contor- and compassionate with yourself In addition, PAIN — Performers a fee. However, many studios and been hooked ever since.” tions are all carefully designed as you learn and grow.” Against Injury, Now! — hosts gyms offer the first class for free to reach different muscles and, While classes are led by a weekly or bi-weekly yoga sessions so students can try out different

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 FEATURES 5 The speed trap of death: Calumet County Park Snow Tube Hill of a snowy situation by bundling is a must. involves choosing a place to start Tips from a townie up and partaking in a plethora of Wisconsin has an abundance and a position — sitting, lying Katie Kasper winter activities. There’s skiing, of state and county parks that are down, locking arms, train. Finally, Layout Editor ice-skating, snowshoeing and my great for outdoor recreation. My the push off. personal favorite — just playing in personal favorite winter location Once flying down the hill, Lawrence University boasts the snow. is Calumet County Park. About a grooves and bumps spin the tube that its students come from 43 The first step to enjoying win- 30-minute drive from Appleton, or sled and give it air. Then comes states and more than 50 countries. ter? Layer, layer, layer. When I flop Calumet is located just south of a smaller hill to slow down the For those who are “non-Wiscon- back-first in the snow to make High Cliff. While both parks have snow farers. As sledders speed sinites,” the “Lawrence difference” an angel, or prepare for retalia- beautiful trails for cross-country up this second mound, a park in winter may seem a little bleak. tion after having snowed someone skiing, snowshoeing and hiking, employee stands at the top yelling, But for those of us who have in the face, I’m typically wearing Calumet offers something more — “fall off! fall off!” If a sledder fails learned from years of sub-zero a hat, scarf, shirt, sweater, win- a sledding hill. to “fall off,” they continue down wind chill and colorless days — ter coat, mittens, leggings, jeans, Calumet’s hill is not the run-of- the second hill and ram into a line that throw even the cheeriest into snow-pants, thick socks and boots. the-mill mound you may remem- of hay bales. If this sledder has fits of S.A.D. — Appleton winters Sure, I may look like Randy Parker ber from childhood. It is a speed retained enough speed, he or she are just another challenge, like from “A Christmas Story,” but I trap of death. Approximately the may catapult over the hay bales making lemonade from a fistful remain dry and toasty for hours of steepness of union hill and slight- into the woods. of lemons. outdoor fun. ly longer, the Calumet slope has So if you find yourself holed While holing up in a dorm Activities like fort building and filled my winter memories with up in a dorm room this week- Photo courtesy of Katie Kasper room with blankets and nonper- snow fights can take place any- fearful fun. end, consider giving the Calumet or tube? Rent one there for $2.00 ishable food is one approach to where with a large compilation The experience begins with a County Park Snow Tube Hill a try. plus a deposit — drivers license, the cold, I prefer to make the most of snow, but for the real winter trek up the hill, or a ride on the The hill is open on weekends from credit card or $20. experience, stepping off campus tow rope for $3. The next step 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t have a sled

From our kitchen to yours Domestic gourmands: Katsu-Ya of Japan Naveed Islam & Tasmia of three who maintain a good placed on the grill. The anticipa- Rahman four-seat safe space between us tion builds and your mouth starts Anneliese Abney recommends sautéing it brief- Features Editor & for The Lawrentian and them. Needless to say, it’s to imagine what the finished prod- Chef ly with the onions and garlic awkward. uct must taste like. once the garlic starts becom- NI: Katsu-Ya is one of the safe bets ing golden.We only threw the in Appleton’s fine dining options. TR: You wanted hibachi. NI: I ordered the swordfish. Greens & Garlic kale in with the onion-garlic Soup mixture for about 30 seconds TR: It’s just a short walk away NI: But, it’s fun! TR: Why swordfish? — it really depends on how from the Radisson and is a great I don’t know about you, but raw you like your vegetables. place to take friends or family TR: The waitress starts us off with NI: Why not swordfish? nothing makes me happier in Meanwhile, combine potatoes, who visit Lawrence and doubt the a small helping of salad and some these winter months than a water, salt and pepper, and ethnic diversity of food on the Ave. miso soup. She sets aside two TR: The salmon is cooked to a per- delicious, hearty and — most veggie stock in soup pot and small bowls of dipping sauces. fect reddish-brown glow. Its meat importantly — warm cup of bring to a boil. NI: We wait to be seated in the One tastes like your standard soy is soft and oozes its spices the soup. It always hits the spot When your potatoes are ten- dimly lit bar by the entrance and sauce and the other seems to be moment you take that first bite. for me and goes well with der, add the garlic, onion, choose a table by the window. I of the golden-brown peanut sauce The fried rice is a mix of exotic most meals, too! Plus, soups shredded greens and vinegar. feel like I’m on display. Is my hair variety. flavors and can be mixed with the are super simple and easy to Simmer everything together okay? generous helping of shrimp to make and make a lot of, so for approximately 30 minutes, NI: The salad is topped off with complete a scrumptious meal. you can continue to enjoy a then taste and adjust the fla- TR: You’re fine. a creamy “homemade” dressing. I lovely home-cooked meal with- vors as needed. suppose a salad dressing made at NI: The swordfish is a bigger out having to cook every day. NI: The music is kept to a low a restaurant by a professional chef chunk of meat that sits on the side Just heat it up on the stove or And you’re done! Thomas and polite volume and is gradu- can be called homemade if the of your plate. It’s dark in color and in a microwave and you’ve got recommends garnishing with ally drowned out by conversation space set aside for food prepara- has a thin and crunchy outer crust yourself a delectable lunch/ olive oil, chili flakes and some and the scattered ‘clinks’ of shot tion is somewhat warm and wel- with a soft pink inside. The flavors dinner/midnight snack. Maybe feta, but I have to admit, this glasses knocking together. Rows coming. feel stronger and set the dish apart even breakfast, if you’re into soup is just so good on its of booze line the shelf behind the with a unique taste from the rest savory morning foods. own. Paired with a hearty bartender and are thinned out as TR: It’s quite good. The soup is of your plate. Whereas the salmon Mad props to my lovely room- mixed salad and some bread more customers slide onto a free mostly a nice warm broth with can sometimes get lost in your mate for being the resident and goat cheese, it’s the per- stool or rest their elbows on the a few spices and chopped veg- mouth, the swordfish’s unique soup chef and recipe finder - fect meal for chilly Wisconsin counter. It’s a busy Friday night etables thrown in to whet your texture and interesting taste will she found this in a lovely book winters. Which is convenient, and this place is packed. I hope appetite. The waitress cleared our distinguish it from the rice or called “The New Vegetarian as my roommate just finished they’re all not waiting to be seated. table once we were done and a vegetable sides you’ve chosen for Epicure” by Anna Thomas, cooking a gigantic pot of it This could take forever. chef rolled his cart to his station. your dinner. and made some minor chang- and our fridge is currently es to the recipe when she made stocked with three huge Pyrex TR: I’m sure they’re not. Do you NI: I love watching the volcano TR: I couldn’t finish mine but it that I have replicated here. containers of this delicious remember the first time we came trick with the onions. He chops up reluctantly agreed to some ice soup. If you like warm things here back in freshman year? They an onion and sets them up on top cream to calm my stomach down. What you need: and garlic, this is the ideal sat us in one of those booths that of each other like a small dormant You can get a combo of vanilla and 1 head garlic, separated into winter treat to warm your fin- you liked so much. volcano, pours oil into the spout mango, which I recommend if your cloves, peeled and chopped gers and toes and put a smile and sets it on fire. It lets me stop dish was particularly spicy. 1 onion, chopped on your face. NI: It had a TV! We watched thinking about what anime they 2 Tbs olive oil “Spirited Away.” might be showing in that other NI: Katsu-Ya is a bit expensive to 1 bunch each kale and chard Serves 10. room with the fancy booth. be a frequent getaway for Larry (also good: any leafy green Guten Appetit! TR: If you’re not in the mood U and friends but if you happen - spinach, napa cabbage, esca- for hibachi, then Katsu-Ya has a TR: I hate the thing he does with to be in the mood for East Asian role, etc.) great selection of sushi and exotic the shrimp tails. The chef tries to cuisine you would be hard pressed 1.5 lbs russet potatoes, peeled Japanese entrées to choose from. flip them into his hat but always to find a better place at a more & diced We recommend the hibachi option sends a few flying at his patron’s convenient location. 2 cups water for a night out with a group of glasses. Who wants dinner floating 8 cups stock (tip: use some- friends, but if you’re here to just around in their water? TR: The hibachi is a dining expe- thing like the bouillion paste enjoy a quiet evening of dinner rience you owe yourself to try if called “Better than Bouillion”! and idle chitchat then you can’t go NI: Oooh, fire! you’ve never done it before, but It’s delicious and takes up way wrong with Katsu-Ya’s menu and make sure to come with a group of less room in your fridge.) tripartite seating strategy. TR: I’m getting the hibachi shrimp friends so that you can get a table 3 Tbs rice wine vinegar NI: Agreed. We’re seated at a table and salmon combo. It’s always all to yourself. in the corner with another party exciting to see your order being What to do: Sauté garlic and onions in olive oil in large pan, until they begin to color. Wash greens, trim away tough stems and Gaga, ribs, and shred the leaves with a sharp knife. If you’re using Go cut your I think you’re way to bring

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6 OPINIONS & EDITORIALS FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 Knowing it all: Part 1 STAFF EDITORIAL Alan Duff citing the rights of the press and Staff Writer free expression of thought and ideas. Though not identical to the rights that the First Amendment Since its founding in 2006, guarantees, both documents con- Day of service the website WikiLeaks has been vey a similar theme. at the forefront of controversy The First Amendment states by releasing a steady stream of that our government will never We at The Lawrentian would like to welcome students, faculty and staff back to classified documents and videos make any law “abridging the free- campus. We hope that during the extended holiday, Lawrentians were able to recon- from countries around the world. dom of speech, or of the press.” nect with their home communities and reflect on their time at Lawrence thus far. As the contents of WikiLeaks’ However, the federal government leaked information have become seems to have made an exception On Monday, Lawrence’s Volunteer and Community Service Center will host its more damaging to governments, for WikiLeaks; in July 2010, then annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. This event offers a breadth of opportu- the question of what is acceptable National Security Advisor James nities to volunteer at local charitable organizations, shelters and schools. This variety to be published must be asked Jones stated, “The United States affords students who regularly volunteer a chance to try something new. For those — pitting freedom of speech and strongly condemns the disclosure who have yet to volunteer in Appleton, the day of service presents an introduction to transparency against national and of classified information by indi- the avenues a Lawrentian has to engage in the local community. individual security. viduals and organizations which We are grateful to the administration for setting aside Martin Luther King, Jr. Day WikiLeaks’ release of classified could put the lives of Americans as one without classes. This allows students to devote their time to helping others. information like Guantanamo Bay and our partners at risk, and Service is an important component of a liberal arts education. Connecting with documents, footage of the Granai threaten our national security.” airstrike and most recently U.S. In response to all the whis- members of the Lawrence and Fox Valley communities to provide aid for those in need diplomatic cables has brought it tle blowing, President Obama prepares students for lifelong responsibility in citizenship. We encourage all students, into direct contention with the has even encouraged the Justice as well as faculty and staff, to participate in the events on Monday in honor of Dr. United States. Department to further prosecute King’s memory. To justify its actions, WikiLeaks individuals who participate in leak- claims it is following the Universal Declaration of Human Rights — See Knowing on page 7 Imma be ironic: a brief treatise Alternatives to voting Foster Wallace: “And make no mis- ing that must happen in a buddy Andrew Hintzman The relationships we have with take: irony tyrannizes us.” I’m not comedy. for The Lawrentian our families, nations, or even the sure that I know what he meant, A spoof — a subset of irony — whole of humanity give meaning and that’s because Klosterman has to be obvious to some in order to life and provide benefits. The thinks that now people like me to be successful. Klosterman Last term, The Lawrentian life of a hermit is not in anyone’s always believe that the true mean- writes that about 65 percent of published an article I wrote detail- best interest. ing of all art is hidden. people have to be oblivious to it ing an apparent lack of reasons to 2) One can benefit by con- I can’t read a book and think and only about 35 percent can vote in political elections. I argued tributing to and participating in that it is most likely a literal ver- know what is actually going on. that the small impact a vote makes communal activity. The more one sion of that writer’s ideas. I had It would be comforting to find is nothing compared to everything improves a community, the more trouble doing that in elementary myself one of those who “get” the one must learn about the candi- one stands to benefit from it. school where my main goal was to humor. But I just don’t find this dates, economics, healthcare, war, 3) Voting is a means by which get under J.K. Rowling’s words to scene funny. I am embarrassed for law, etc. in order to vote compe- one participates in and strength- find what she was actually trying the actors. tently and responsibly. Further, ens a community. to tell me about Sirius and Lupin. My options, then, are either it is bad to be an irresponsible 4) The benefits a community I can’t imagine a world in to assume that the irony doesn’t and incompetent voter. Being a gets from voting are significant which I don’t have to do this with exist or to declare myself igno- good voter requires a lot of effort, enough to outweigh the costs. anything I read or watch or listen rant. I’m trying to lean toward the more than enough to make the The first three points are obvi- Magdalena Waz small impact of a vote not worth Columnist to, and maybe that’s why I’m not former, but it’s difficult because I ously true, but not the fourth. The too interested in lamenting the can’t believe how a scene so bad the effort. argument only proves that one fact that irony took over sometime could exist in a generally funny Overall, I was pleased that so should give back to their com- To prepare for my return to in the early ‘90s, according to movie. There must be a reason for many people felt strongly enough munities in some way or another, writing Reading Rights, I reread Wallace. But even thinking about the lapse in judgment on Adam to take a stand against my argu- not that we are obligated to vote. my first piece. Vague and unsup- the ways in which I am removed McKay’s part. I’d rather say that ment. Several people engaged my Whether or not voting produces ported, it essentially dwelled on from simply experiencing art is irony failed because it sounds so article but either did not grasp my significant benefits depends on the idea that reading is not what I tiring. I am exhausted by my own much better than declaring the intended argument or shot down the situation — and it is not a imagined it was before I was born, description of what I do to figure scene to simply be literal. arguments that I did not put forth. situation in which we live today. that we read less because people out whether or not I can figure out Maybe — and now I’m getting Some concluded that a person There is still the question of how in generations past had changed what I’m reading is. back to my original point — we who does not vote is only moti- much good voting produces rela- and were now affecting us. Now, In the recent Will Ferrell com- don’t want to read because it vated by apathy and bitterness. I tive to other activities. Voting is I realize that I’m not in much of edy “The Other Guys,” the two is tiring to continue looking for am not such a person. I value the better than doing absolutely noth- a position to make that claim, but main characters find themselves that irony, for the real meaning. society around me; I just find that ing, but is it better than other acts older people are. in an odd montage set to the song If reading is no longer a matter voting is a generally weak way to that are philanthropic or commu- Over our extended winter “Imma Be” by The Black Eyed Peas of looking at words, understand- engage in it. nity-minded? break, I read Chuck Klosterman’s — possibly the worst song of the ing them and then finding them However, a few people There are many ways in which most recent collection of essays, year. In these photos, they are in either pleasant or unpleasant, it employed arguments that I find a person can participate in com- “Eating the Dinosaur.” In an a bar, biting priests and urinat- must not be fun in the same way intriguing. They challenge my munal life. People can volunteer essay about Weezer, Werner ing into cups. Some contend that that it used to be. And, of course, cost/benefit argument roughly as their time at a city food pan- Herzog, Ralph Nader and irony, this scene, like parts of the film, if it isn’t fun, there’s kind of no follows: Klosterman quotes author David spoofs the traditional male bond- saving it. 1) There are benefits to liv- ing with others in a community. See Voting on page 10

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 OPINIONS & EDITORIALS 7 Recruitment reflections on Greek Life at Lawrence Maya McDonald generalizations like these. ter only to get booted by the end of wonder, I decided to attend some ance and genuine, lasting friend- for The Lawrentian Before I transferred to the year. I never understood why recruitment events to see if my ships. Women in all sororities at Lawrence, I attended larger pub- any self-respecting woman would observations were in fact true. Lawrence are intelligent and cre- lic universities where sorority life go through a process so horrifying After showing up at a few events, ative — truly some of the more Recently, the negative aspects was prominent. I was immediately and demeaning, so I figured soror- I was amazed at how poised, genu- compassionate women I have ever of sorority life have been promi- frightened by the seemingly drone- ity life would never be for me. ine and kind the women were from met. nently featured in movies, TV like women who wore the same When I transferred to all the sororities on campus. As It’s hard to break the media shows and even theatre. The media shirts and lived together in their Lawrence, the same ideas I had adamant as I had been previously stereotypes or ignore the frighten- depicts sororities’ members as tidy little mansions on campus. I formed about sororities were still about never joining a sorority, I ing stories heard about chapters vapid, brainless, superficial women couldn’t keep track of the Alpha present in my mind. As I began to became convinced that I had found from larger schools, but Lawrence who spend more time drinking Delta Omegas or Kappa Beta Chis, acquaint myself with students in a supportive community of girls is different. If you’ve always won- than studying for their upcoming and I never dared to sit by the my new classes, I started to realize who could really become friends I dered about Greek life, or even statistics exam. When many people flock of sorority girls taking up the that many of the women I admired would have for the rest of my life. thought you would never be the think of sororities, they imagine back section of my lecture halls. most were involved in sororities on I never thought I would admit type of girl to join a sorority, I Elle from “Legally Blonde” walk- I was most frightened by the campus. I was completely shocked. this, but joining a sorority was the would encourage you to come to ing into a pink, sparkly house full intimidating recruitment process As a new student I was very best decision I made since coming a Greek event and see what sorori- of peppy girls with fake tans and at these universities. I heard the aware of the “Lawrence differ- to Lawrence. It’s true that sorori- ties at Lawrence are all about. giant hair. I have to admit that rumors about hazing rituals and ence,” so part of me wondered if ties are not for everyone, but I do Coming from a formerly adamant before coming to Lawrence, I was stories of girls who painstakingly sororities at Lawrence were dif- believe that they are wonderful anti-sorority girl, I think you will one of the people who bought into dedicated the semester to a chap- ferent too. Out of confusion and organizations for support, guid- be pleasantly surprised.

Interestingly, the pregnancy in teaching abstinence before mar- pregnant do not have this luxury. rate is much higher in the “red riage and advocates a “pro-life” The series “Teen Mom” shows Teen pregnancy on the rise states” — majority Republican — position. It was extremely surpris- its audience what it is really like Anita Babbitt cy drives these young women to than in the “blue states” — major- ing to find that her 17-year-old to have a child at a young age and Staff Writer drop out of school. Without a high ity Democrat. The CDC reports daughter, Bristol, was pregnant what it does to your life. These school diploma, it is much harder that the red states have higher yet not married. Instead of being girls suffer rejection by their peers to get a job that pays decent wages. teen pregnancy rates; the majority hidden away, Bristol was applaud- and family. They also have to take While watching the show “Teen The drop-out rate alone illustrates of them have rates between 39 and ed for keeping the baby, and the on the stress of caring for their Mom” on MTV, my friends and the profound effect that teenage 65 percent, while the majority of media and her mother’s conserva- children while going to school. I cringe as we see young girls, pregnancy has and demonstrates blue states have a rate below 38 tive supporters made her out to be This is what media should be pro- even younger than we are, faced why something needs to be done percent. a brave girl. jecting to the public to show that with the challenges of coping with to lower the teen pregnancy rate. One reason why red states Similarly, Britney Spears’s sis- it is extremely difficult to take care unplanned and generally unwanted We need to educate teenagers have a higher pregnancy rate is ter, Jamie Lynn, became pregnant of a child when you are so young. pregnancies. Watching them juggle about ways to prevent unwanted that an increasing number of red at the age of 16 and was also not I am not advocating having sex school and deal with emotional pregnancies. They need to be told state school districts are adopting married. She got a People Magazine before marriage or that all young detachment from their friends that while abstinence is the only abstinence-only sex education and cover story and was also portrayed adults who get pregnant lead hor- and family makes me wonder why sure way to not get pregnant, there some local churches are encourag- as a strong girl for taking on the rible lives. What I am saying is that anyone is against teaching teens are options to substantially reduce ing young adults to take virgin- challenge of having a child at that many young people are choosing about safe sex and how to prevent the risk if they choose to have ity pledges. This lack of education age. When young adults like these to have sex in their teen years unwanted pregnancies. sex, including condoms and birth about safe sex seems to be contrib- two are made out to be heroes for and I believe all teenagers should According to the Center for control pills. uting to high teen pregnancy rates. having their children in their teen be aware of what they are getting Disease Control, one third of Unfortunately, many adults do In today’s world, though, it is years, young girls might think they themselves into and should know young women in the United States not want to face the fact that unrealistic to believe that teenag- could be seen as a hero too. that there are options out there if become pregnant before the age of young adults will have sex no mat- ers will wait for marriage. Popular In reality, though, it is much they do not want the responsibility 20, and eight in 10 of these preg- ter what their parents may say. culture — through books, TV, mag- harder to raise a child, especially of a child. Popular culture needs nancies are unwanted. The idea of providing a broad azines — reinforces every day that as a teenager. These two young to take responsibility and show Being a teen mom is stressful. range of information in addition it is accepted to have sex before girls are celebrities and have well- the harsh truth about being a teen The New York Times reports that to “abstinence only” has become a marriage. Some of these sources off families who can support them mom. 80 percent of the time pregnan- highly political issue. even glorify pregnant teens. through school and help raise the Sarah Palin is a strong believer child; most teenagers who become

Times, a human rights lawyer to the United States, is it worth lations can never be justified.” and airstrikes on civilians, it Knowing in Iran was just sentenced to the cost? I believe a line must be Amnesty International also becomes an excuse. 11 years in jail for “activities found where citizens can know maintains that while it is accept- The rights of individuals and continued from page 6 against national security.” Each what their governments are able for governments to have countries should be respected, ing classified government docu- time the United States uses doing — without unveiling the classified information, it is not and in that instance WikiLeaks ments. the phrase “national security,” names of our operatives and the acceptable to withhold informa- should be held accountable, but Apparently national security it seems we lose a few more locations of our soldiers. tion that brings to light human when WikiLeaks uncovers docu- is the number one priority, and rights. A practical and compromis- rights infringements. ments that show corruption and makes the United States unac- As an American I feel torn ing solution is found with groups As Americans, we have a gross human rights violations, countable for any transgres- over this issue. I value our free- like Amnesty International, who right to know what our govern- they would be doing the world sions. It sounds eerily similar to dom of speech. I believe it is an stated, “criminal proceedings ment is doing. When the United an injustice by not releasing the rhetoric used by the Iranian inalienable right, but if it endan- aimed at punishing a private States hides behind the term those documents. government. gers our troops and those who person for communicating evi- “national security” and uses According to The New York are willing to give information dence about human rights vio- it to justify illegal detainment

“ITo be nicer, just kidding...but seriously.” The opinions expressed in “We don’t make resolutions” these editorials are those —Cecily Mcmillan of the students, faculty —Max Van Marter, Katie Van and community members Marter, Val Nelson and Caleb Ray who submitted them. All facts are as provided by the authors. The Lawrentian does not endorse any opin- ions piece except for the staff editorial, which repre- sents a majority of the edi- torial board. The Lawrentian “I don’t make resolutions anymore, welcomes everyone to just intentions.” “To go to the gym." submit their own opinions using the parameters out- —Emily Kaplan — Patrick Nierzwicki lined in the masthead. THE LAWRENTIAN

8 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 Oh hi Tommy Wiseau: meeting a legend Micah Paisner as a cult favorite, with ample mid- quite anticipate. We all hoped to Staff Writer night screenings in Los Angeles. meet Wiseau but weren’t certain Now, it is mentioned in the same that we would get the chance to For those of you who know conversation with cult hits such as do so. We arrived in Milwaukee me, you probably know how much “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” an hour before the screening was I love the film “The Room.” I use What truly makes the film supposed to start. As we stood at least one quote from the film stand out is the fact that Wiseau outside the theater, Wiseau and a day. So when I saw that the is so mysterious. He claims to be co-star Greg “Sestosterone” great writer/director/star Tommy from New Orleans but has a heavy Sestero walked directly past us. Wiseau was going to appear in Eastern European accent. When Before I knew it, we were standing Milwaukee Dec. 3 at a screening of asked where he is from, he refuses in a circle playing football with the film, I immediately bought my to elaborate. Wiseau also claims the two. ticket and assembled a group of that “The Room” was intended to Now, if you haven’t seen the friends to make the trip with me. be a black comedy, but when view- film, it is essential to understand Created with a budget of ing the film, this is clearly not the that for Wiseau, football consists approximately $7 million, “The case. The film is simply a poorly of standing close together and Photo by Micah Paisner Room” is considered to be one written, poorly directed and poorly tossing the ball. That’s exactly Some Lawrence students meet Tommy Wiseau. acted drama. what we did. The only rule was of the worst films ever made. way. I’m proud to say that Wiseau and get autographs. We came with We began our drive from that each time someone threw the Released in 2003, the film was a called my throw “very impressive.” Chicago to Milwaukee at 9 p.m., ball, he or she had to throw it in commercial failure, but by 2005 Following the game of football, ready for an evening we couldn’t a completely new and interesting the film began to garner success we lined up to take group pictures See Tommy on page 10

L a w r e n t i a n s ’ f a v o r i t e m u s i c o f t h e l a s t y e a r 6. Lil Wayne, “I Am Not a Human OUR YEAR4. Robyn, “Body Talk” Being” IN LISTS FARAZ CHOUDHURY ‘11 The Swedish pop diva’s new Lil Wayne is unstoppable. 1. Kanye West, “My Beautiful “Graduation” left off in its maxi- bles, growls and screeches populate album is a collection of epic dance- Weezy released his eighth stu- Dark Twisted Fantasy” mal hip-hop bent. It contains hip- the album. With White’s signature pop songs with revving bass, pulse- dio album while still in jail and hop epics, R&B ballads, baroque drumming throughout the album, quickening pump and euphorically this is just a taste of what is to electronics and prog-rock samples. the result is a truly fantastic com- catchy melodies that can fuel any come with “The Carter IV.” He His surprising guests range from pilation of songs. Jack White also dance floor. Her unique style set still rhymes like a champ and his Bon Iver to Fergie to Chris Rock, sings one of his most nonsensically her apart from her pop contempo- Young Money cohorts Drake and and he even includes an Elton John badass couplets ever: “Check your raries in 2010. Nicki Minaj drop raunchy boasts piano solo! On “Twisted Fantasy,” lips at the door, woman! / And over synth-swathed beats. This Kanye is still crazy enough to truly shake your hips like battleships! / 5. Gorillaz, “Plastc Beach” album is another affirmation of believe he’s the greatest out there, Yeah, all the white girls trip when I The third album for Damon his self-proclaimed “best rapper and this album makes a strong sing at Sunday service!” Albarn and Jamie Hewlett’s ani- alive” title. case for just that. mated group features fresh sounds 3. Big Boi, “Sir Lucious Left Foot: and guest appearances rang- 7. Waka Flocka Flame, “Flockaveli” 2. The Dead Weather, “Sea of The Son Of Chico Dusty” ing from Snoop Dogg and Mos Juaquin Malphurs, a.k.a Wacka Cowards” This remarkable album is a Def to Lou Reed and The Clash’s Flocka Flame, has no limits. He After a controversial album When The White Stripes’ reminder of the Outkast rapper’s Mick Jones. Along with a typi- records Atlanta street-rap and he released in 2008 heavy on the Jack White and The Kill’s Alison skills. His solo album features ele- cally diverse band of collaborators, has no qualms about what he bab- Auto-Tune and stark synths, Mosshart joined forces last year, ments from a variety of genres that Albarn dips into Krautrock, funk bles through the lyrics. This is one but relatively light on grandiose their influences blended rather are incorporated in hip-hop: funk, and dubstep, as well as the weary, of the most ridiculous albums ever ideas, Kanye West comes back in smoothly. Their second album, loops, heavy beats, horns and even more melodic music he’s been per- made and every line of each song full form with this album that “Sea of Cowards,” is thunderously whistling! Big Boi has always been fecting since the earlier Gorillaz is pure entertainment. showcases his real talent. This experimental: Sludgy bass, thick a deceptively elegant rhymer, and albums. album continues where 2007’s riffs and a full range of yelps, mum- now he’s in top, post-pimp form.

sensitivity brings out the best in porary jazz community. In 2010 30 years ago. Thankfully, Jarrett two of the most accomplished con- alone, Cline has released at least has toned down his infamous SAM LEWIN ‘12 temporary jazz musicians. four non-Wilco albums, includ- moaning on “Jasmine.” Maybe 1. Mary Halvorson Quintet, use of seemingly bizarre improvi- ing the Nels Cline Singer’s fourth Haden is keeping him in line. “Saturn Sings” sation to complement Halvorson’s release — a massive double CD more accessible compositions. The 3. Jason Moran, “Ten” titled “Inititate.” “Initiate” is a jazz- Most Overrated Album of 2010: quintet’s ability to combine R&B or Jason Moran has been playing ish album, combining elements of Kanye West, “My Beautiful Dark grunge rock inspired compositions with his group The Bandwagon jazz, rock, cool-sounding electron- Twisted Fantasy” with almost silent improvisations for 10 years and released “Ten” to ics and impressive Nels Cline gui- For whatever reason, Kanye makes “Saturn Sings” one of the commemorate the occasion. While tar solos. And while there is no West’s “My Beautiful Dark Twisted most unique albums of 2010. “Ten” features incredible composi- singing on the album, “Initiate” is Fantasy” seems to be on every tions and a terrific arrangement impressively non-repetitive, espe- 2010 top 10 list. So when I final- 2. Paul Motian, Chris Potter and of the Thelonius Monk standard cially given its 2.2-hour length. ly got around to listening to the Jason Moran, “Lost in a Dream” “Crepuscule With Nellie,” the high- album I was expecting to be blown At age 79, Paul Motian — best light of the album is the uncanny 5. Keith Jarrett/Charlie Haden, away. I wasn’t. While I am by no known as the drummer for pia- interaction between Moran, bass- “Jasmine” means a hip-hop expert, to my nists Bill Evans and Keith Jarrett ist Tarus Mateen and drummer Pianist Keith Jarrett and bass- untrained ears it seems like the — is making some of the most cre- Nasheet Waits. This interaction ist Charlie Haden are two of the album is basically about West’s Guitarist Mary Halvorson’s ative music of his career. On “Lost inevitably results from the trio’s most legendary living jazz musi- fame. Who cares? John Legend “Saturn Sings” often sounds like In A Dream,” he teams up with 10-year history, and is especially cians and have an almost tele- and The Roots’ “Wake Up!” has a it could only have been influenced two esteemed and relatively young refreshing at a time when many pathic rapport. However, they positive message and more inter- by something as bizarre as Saturn jazz musicians: saxophone star jazz musicians hire temporary have not recorded together since esting beats than “My Beautiful singing. And given Halvorson’s Chris Potter and 2010 MacArthur sidemen but do not maintain emo- approximately 30 years ago, when Dark Twisted Fanatsy,” courtesy of free jazz pedigree, this edginess Fellowship Genius Grant recipient tionally and musically connected both played in Jarrett’s American drummer Questlove. “My Beautiful is not surprising: She is a protégé and pianist Jason Moran. While bands. Quartet. “Jasmine” marks their Dark Twisted Fantasy” is not one of the renowned avant-garde saxo- Moran and Potter play beautifully long-awaited reunion and features of West’s best albums and is cer- phonist and composer Anthony and offer numerous breathtaking 4. The Nels Cline Singers, a slew of ballads and a few medi- tainly not one of the best albums Braxton and is known for her fre- solos, Motian’s drumming makes “Initiate” um-tempo swing tunes. Although of 2010. quent use of distortion and dis- the record. Motian selflessly uses Probably best known for shred- “Jasmine” is less experimental than sonance. However, the beauty of a variety of textures and emotions ding with the rock band Wilco, the American Quartet recordings, “Saturn Sings” lies in the quintet’s to accentuate the music and his guitarist Nels Cline has also made Jarrett and Haden play beautifully a large impact on the contem- and are as responsive as they were THE LAWRENTIAN

FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 Wrapped up in books: “If You’re Feeling Sinister” Tom Pilcher short books analyzes particular You’re Feeling Sinister” should be of “If You’re Feeling Sinister” and that the band released their first Arts & Entertainment Editor musicians and albums in-depth, required reading for anyone who the mysterious band behind the two albums on Jeepster Records, a much like a good book of literary considers themselves a fan of the album when it was released. Many tiny London label. Six weeks off is a long time, let’s criticism. Think of these books like Scottish pop stalwarts. Throughout respected publications trashed the Though mysterious — the face it. Luckily, many of our writers the critical essays English majors the 105-page book, Plagenhoef band early on for their under- band only released silly press found some time for pleasure read- have to read, only applied to semi- combines early critical opinions of rehearsed live performances and photos and even issued a press ing during the break. Since going nal albums and artists. the band and the album, personal apparent “wimpy student” aesthet- embargo in 1997 — B&S really outside can be so harrowing dur- Perhaps fittingly, the first one stories and connections and help- ic. Plagenhoef’s research has paid benefited from the power of the ing winter term, this semi-regular I read was Scott Plagenhoef’s his- ful historical contextualization to off, and it’s fascinating to read Internet. Plagenhoef’s discussion series will offer thoughtful reflec- tory of Belle and Sebastian’s 1996 deepen the reader’s understanding these early opinions of the band. of the Sinister List, an early mes- tions on books that our staff has breakthrough album “If You’re of B&S’s unremarkable beginnings. Intertwined with the story of sage board for fans of the band, read recently, perfect for sheltering Feeling Sinister” — “wrapped up in Now, in 2011, Belle and “the Belles,” as Plagenhoef lovingly sheds light on an oft-overlooked yourself from the cold and becom- books” comes from a track off their Sebastian hold an established, calls the band, is the larger story of portion of the band’s history. And ing “wrapped up in books.” 2003 album “Dear Catastrophe respected place in the music the Internet’s effect on musicians Plagenhoef’s personal connection I’ve been meaning to read Waitress.” Readers of the ubiq- community, and it’s easy to take and listeners. B&S stepped onto to the Sinister List truly makes some books from the 33 1/3 book uitous indie music site Pitchfork their brand of pop for granted. the scene before the era of the the book. I won’t spoil it, but it’s series for a long time now, and Media may recognize Plagenhoef’s Countless other indie pop bands MP3, Facebook, Twitter, MySpace perhaps the most fitting result for luckily, the Rockford Public Library name; his day job is as the site’s borrow from B&S’s current, orches- and the like, so it’s particularly a B&S message board. had almost all of them. Written by Associate Editor-in-Chief. trated pop sound and their ear- interesting to hear Plagenhoef dis- Plagenhoef also analyzes many well-regarded music critics of all Don’t let Plagenhoef’s associa- lier bedroom pop aesthetic, so it’s cuss the difficulty of even finding generations, this unique series of tions throw you off, however. “If hard to understand the impact the band’s music. It didn’t help See Books on page 11 2010

L a w r e n t i a n s ’ f a v o r i t e m u s i c o f t h e l a s t y e a r first two records. But mixed in are in an entirely different direction. Is Happening” is by far my favor- OUR YEAR IN LISTSsome fantastically upbeat tracks While their first album is best ite of Murphy’s albums. No other MICAH PAISNER ‘11 that rely heavily on synthesizer. described as a blend of world and artist is able to consistently write 1. Gorillaz, “Plastic Beach” takes the backseat to the guest experimental music, “Odd Blood” songs over eight minutes long that artist while on others he remains 3. The National, “High Violet” is much more reminiscent of keep my attention. How much do I the leading force. After seeing the The National is one of those 80’s pop. Yeasayer is a delight- regret not watching his entire set majority of the album played live, bands that are just perfect to lis- fully weird band, and the three at Pitchfork this summer? Take a I knew that no other album would ten to when you are in a bad full-time members translate this guess. top this one. With “Plastic Beach,” mood or want to be in one. Singer into one hell of a live show. On Albarn has crafted some of his and lyricist Matt Berninger knows “Odd Blood,” they don’t always hit 6. Beach House, “Teen Dream” best songs to date. exactly how to write depressing the mark, but when they do, the Just like LCD Soundsystem, songs. But where “High Violet” result is nearly perfect, such as Beach House never quite appealed 2. Arcade Fire, “The Suburbs” really shines is in the instrumenta- the song “O.N.E.” After listening to to me before the release of “Teen Waiting over three years for tion. At some points, Berninger’s the albums in order, the transition Dream.” The album was one of the this album to come out was not lyrics are not quite as strong, but makes sense, and I’m eager to see most hyped coming into the year easy. The band’s first two albums the music more than makes up what they come up with next. and it didn’t fail to meet the high are two of my all time favorites, for it. The Dessner twins, some expectations. While the album does I had been a Gorillaz fan in and “The Suburbs” ranks right of rock’s busiest musicians other 5. LCD Soundsystem, “This Is not sound too different from their the past, but this album solidi- up there with them. The album than Jack White, know exactly how Happening” previous two, nearly every song is fied my love of Damon Albarn’s feels much more like their first, to craft a great song without any Let me start by saying that I perfected to the point where the band. With guest appearances “Funeral,” than their second, words, and that’s what you get on didn’t listen to LCD Soundsystem album feels much more complete. from Snoop Dogg, Lou Reed, Bobby “Neon Bible,” but it is still a very “High Violet.” before this album came out. Now, Lead singer Victoria Legrand has Womack and Mick Jones and Paul different album. Throughout, Win I can’t stop listening to James one of the best and most haunting Simonon of The Clash, the album Butler philosophizes about subur- 4. Yeasayer, “Odd Blood” Murphy’s band. It’s hard to create voices around. Seeing them live contains a diverse catalogue of ban life and growing older, creat- For their second album, an album that has both danceable this year was a concert highlight. songs. On some songs, Albarn ing a more somber tone than the Brooklyn band Yeasayer moved music and interesting lyrics. “This

referencing “A More Perfect Union” popular today on their homespun Life” was recorded on a tape play- is one of the year’s best tunes. debut album, adding a uniquely er, beautifully linked to the studio TOM PILCHER ‘12 West Coast twist to all the tunes. If portion by a guitar and drum swell. 1. Arcade Fire, “The Suburbs” meditation on growing up in the 3. Vampire Weekend, “Contra” singles on 45s were still a popular Watch for these Illinoisans in 2011. ‘burbs. The album runs the gamut Released in January, I almost commodity, the quintet could have of the Arcade Fire sound, featur- forgot about this sleeper favorite. easily released a slew of them this 6. The Walkmen, “Lisbon” ing the raucous shout-alongs; the Once you get past all the incorrect year, all from “Gorilla Manor.” The These New Yorkers and their pulsing, simmering tunes which elitist pigeonholing and bullshit album also contains one of 2010’s skewed, rag-tag brand of music suddenly explode in the coda; and talk about them being too popular, best tunes, the rollicking, joyously finally clicked with me this the quieter, more personal fare, all Vampire Weekend outshines much melodic “Who Knows Who Cares.” year, egged on by their excellent of which fans have come to love. of the Indie Rock Class of 2010 It even features a manic dual- Lollapalooza set in August. A truly with “Contra.” There’s no “second- percussion solo verse! cohesive, unified album, “Lisbon” 2. Titus Andronicus, “The album slump” here: VW pushes finds The Walkmen at the top of Monitor” their African-influenced sound in 5. The Felix Culpa, “Sever Your their game; Hamilton Leithauser’s Jersey’s finest English majors- unexpected directions, embracing Roots” voice has never sounded better on turned-punk-band really blew samples and synthesizers to great Okay, okay, so they’re from an album, and the instrumental my expectations out of the water effect. “Contra” also excels in the my hometown, and I’ve watched work stands out, especially Matt Admittedly, the whole list thing with “The Monitor.” A sprawling, area where many indie groups lan- them play since middle school. Barrick’s unique take on drum- is pretty arbitrary for me, and I excessive and strangely trium- guish: that of rhythmic complexity. But this album is The Felix Culpa’s ming. really love all these albums, just in phant album, “The Monitor” finds A great practice album for any finest showing as a band yet. This different ways. However, I was not TA expanding their instrumental drummer. progressive, post-hardcore-leaning Album that I wish came out in prepared to love “The Suburbs” as arsenal to include strings, horns quartet deals in explosive and 2010 so I could write about it much as I do. While good, “Neon and bagpipes for this loosely Civil 4. Local Natives, “Gorilla Manor” nuanced music that never loses a here: Dawes, “North Hills” Bible” never reached the heights War-themed narrative. However, Airtight vocal harmonies, a sense of melody — always a prob- that “Funeral” initially rose to, and the boys don’t get distracted two-percussionist attack and beau- lem for louder bands. “Sever Your I feared “The Suburbs” would fol- with all the new toys; the gritty, tiful guitar lines catapulted these Roots” finds the Culpa experiment- low suit. Win Butler and company unpolished-yet-melodic sound Los Angeles bohemians into the ing with longer-form songwriting totally changed my mind with their from their first album remains. spotlight in 2010. LN harnesses and unexpected production moves; gorgeously orchestrated, 16-track And it helps that the Springsteen- many current strains of indie the first minute of “New Home THE LAWRENTIAN

10 SPORTS FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 Swim team off to impressive start Lawrence University Greg Peterson repeated his win in the 100-yard Sports Editor backstroke with a time of 54.73 seconds, which was the only time Five meets into their season, under one minute recorded by the Lawrence University’s swimming event’s five swimmers. and diving team has racked up a Also of particular note was very impressive record. In their freshman Hannah Gabriel’s debut six matches, the men stand at 5-1 in the freestyle events. Gabriel, while the women have compiled a who won the 200-yard and 500- 4-2 record. yard freestyle against Beloit, also The season began Oct. 23 with won both events against the tough- a convincing pair of wins over er UW-Whitewater competition. As Standings Beloit. The 130.5-50.5 win for Gabriel swam a leg of the Vikings’ the Lawrence men was actually winning 200-yard freestyle relay Men’s basketball closer than the women’s competi- in both meets, her wins against MWC O'All tion, which finished 142-59 in the UW-Whitewater brought her total Vikings’ favor. The dominance was to six wins in two meets. Illinois College 5-1 9-2 especially apparent in the relays For her performance in those Photo courtesy of Rebecca Hamlyn Ripon 5-1 7-4 — in all four relays contested in two meets, Gabriel was named Lawrence 5-1 6-5 of the competition. The only close Multiple winners for the Viking the meet, Lawrence’s “A” and “B” Midwest Conference Swimmer of St. Norbert 5-2 9-3 score in the triangular was the men’s team included Brengel, who teams finished first and second, the Week. For Gabriel, a graduate Carroll 3-3 5-6 women’s match against Marquette, won the 50-yard and 100-yard free- while Beloit finished third. of York Community High School Lake Forest 3-3 5-6 which Lawrence won 120-77. style, and the relay team, which However, the momentum from in Elmhurst, Ill., the award came Grinnell 2-4 7-4 Flack won a pair of events for won both the 200-yard freestyle the dual meet against Beloit failed in the first week of her freshman Beloit 2-4 3-8 the second consecutive meet, win- relay and the 200-yard medley to carry over into the Vikings’ season. Monmouth 1-5 3-8 ning the 100-yard freestyle with a relay. matchup with regional power- Gabriel also won two events Knox 0-7 1-11 time of 50.13 seconds and the 200- On the women’s side, Gabriel house UW-Whitewater. The unde- and a relay in Lawrence’s next yard freestyle in 1:52.75. Cameron once again won the 200-yard and feated Warhawks won both team dual meet, a Nov. 13 sweep of Gmehlin and Julia Heller also won 500-yard freestyle, while freshman competitions handily, though a UW-River Falls. Joining Gabriel in Women’s basketball two events each, with Gmehlin Helen Noble missed out on a win few Lawrence swimmers added to the double-win club for the meet MWC O'All winning the 200 individual medley in the 100-yard backstroke by a their success by winning an event were Brengel, including his third and the 100 breaststroke. Heller miniscule .12 seconds. for the second time in two meets. win in the 100-yard backstroke; St. Norbert 7-0 11-1 won the 200-yard freestyle in Heading into this weekend’s In the men’s 200-yard medley freshman Evan Flack, who won the Monmouth 5-1 7-3 2:07.13 and the 100-yard back- University of Chicago Invitational, relay, the Lawrence “A” and “B” 100-yard and 200-yard freestyle Carroll 4-2 8-3 stroke with a time of 1:09.19. the Vikings have racked up an teams finished in first and second events; and senior Cory Greguske, Illinois College 4-2 6-5 In their last dual meet of fall impressive record, but the swim- for the second consecutive meet who won the 1-meter and 3-meter Lake Forest 3-2 5-5 term, the Lawrence University mers’ eyes are on the Midwest with times of 1:41.82 and 1:51.92 diving events. Ripon 3-3 4-7 Swim Team split with UW-Oshkosh. Conference Championships, which respectively ahead of a 1:59.78 In their first triangular of the Knox 2-5 3-9 Both sides of the competition were will be held Feb. 18-20 at Grinnell time from UW-Whitewater. Peter year, the Vikings hosted Marquette Beloit 1-4 3-7 close, with the men winning 120- College. Brengel, who swam the first leg University and Ripon College, win- Grinnell 1-5 2-7 113 while the women lost 124-107. for the “A” team in the relays, also ning both matches on both sides Lawrence 0-6 0-11

Hockey Hockey trades wins with Northland MWC O'All MSOE 8-0-0 11-2-0 Jon Mays Hughes and Jameson Raymond storyline to the opener, except this equalizer but was unable to find Adrian 7-1-0 10-3-0 Staff Writer assisted Scurfield, who now has a time it was Northland scoring the the back of the net. Marian 6-3-0 9-5-0 team-high five power-play goals on late power-play goal to break open Raymond said of the weekend, Lawrence 5-3-0 7-5-1 Northland 3-5-0 4- 9-0 The Lawrence University hock- the season. a 2-2 tie. “It would have been nice to have Lake Forest 2-6-0 2-11-0 ey team hit the road this past The Vikings out-shot the Raymond had scored a short- come out of here with two wins, Finlandia 1-7-0 1-11-0 weekend and split a series with Lumberjacks (4-9-0, 3-5-0 MCHA) handed goal to tie the game at but we need to take this and learn Concordia (WI) 1-8-0 1-13-0 Northland College. The Vikings 35-24, and senior goaltender Evan 1-1 in the second period, while from it.” (7-5-1, 5-3-0 MCHA) played two Johnson made 22 saves to record Jon Sheridan added another short- The Vikings look to bounce evenly matched games against the victory. Jesse Byam-Katzman handed goal later in the period to back on another long road trip this Northland (4-9-1, 3-5-0 MCHA) and and Hughes added goals for give Lawrence a 2-1 lead. weekend, when they will travel to took home a win and a loss in a Lawrence in the winning effort — However, two power-play goals the Upper Peninsula to face confer- pair of 3-2 decisions. Byam-Katzman’s goal was his first gave Northland the lead and the ence foe Finlandia University in a In the first game, Brad Scurfield of the season. victory, earning them a split in two-game series. broke a 2-2 tie with a late-third- The second game of the dou- the series. Lawrence had several period power-play goal. Matt ble-header followed a very similar chances late in the game to get the

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Statistics are courtesy of ing, so he meticulously rear- Chris R, a mysterious drug two questions during the www.lawrence.edu and www. midwestconference.org ranged us. After the first pic- dealer. Q&A. Of course, we got very Tommy and are current as of ture was taken, he decided In addition, most fans vague answers, which is exact- January 12, 2011. continued from page 8 it wasn’t good enough, even bring plastic spoons to ly what we expected from three items to get signed: a though he didn’t see it, and throw at the screen, yelling Wiseau. Then, unfortunately, DVD of “The Room,” a football, demanded that a second be “SPOON!” every time a framed it was time to drive home. I and the terrible 2002 remake taken. picture of a spoon appears — arrived home around 5 a.m., film “Rollerball.” When we Next, it was time to watch which is surprisingly often. already craving another view- handed Wiseau “Rollerball,” the film. Audience participa- My favorite audience partici- ing of the film. he first exclaimed, “What is tion makes a live viewing of pation tradition is to yell, “GO Wiseau and Sestero will this?” When we explained “The Room” about as much GO GO!” whenever there is a be appearing at a screening of that it’s another great movie, fun you can have at the mov- panning shot of the Golden “The Room” Feb. 11 and 12 in he said, “You’re tearing me ies. I’ve now had the privilege Gate Bridge. The one time the Chicago. Of course, I will be apart!” — a famous line from of seeing it twice in theaters, camera gets all the way to the there, and I suggest all of you “The Room.” but only once with Wiseau other end, the theater erupts come, too. I promise it will be The way we organized present. Fans come dressed in applause. worth it. ourselves for the group pic- up as major characters, as After the film, my friend LET’S GO ture was not to Wiseau’s lik- well as minor ones such as Greg and I asked the first VIKES! THE LAWRENTIAN

FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 SPORTS 11 Women’s basketball defeated Erik Borresen accurate free-throw shooting by Athletes of the week Staff Writer Beloit and a Vikings turnover kept the game out of reach, sending by Alyssa Onan The Lawrence women’s bas- Lawrence to their fifth conference ketball team suffered a frustrating loss this season. 58-50 home loss at the hands of the The Vikings next set out Jon Mays: Men’s basketball Beloit College Buccaneers Saturday for a three-game, five-day road afternoon, then lost 75-53 at trip, beginning with a matchup against Carroll University on Would you rather make a Carroll University Tuesday night. three-pointer or make a shot, The game against Beloit was Tuesday night. Unfortunately for coach Dennis Nagan’s team, their get fouled and go to the line characterized by series of double- for the third point? digit runs for both sides. After bad luck continued, as Carroll stretched a seven-point lead into I would rather get fouled the Vikings scored the first five and shoot a free throw for the points of the game, the Buccaneers a 75-53 win in the final 12 minutes of the game. conventional three-point play. (3-7, 1-4 MWC) countered with a It’s much more demoralizing 10-point run of their own. The game began well for Lawrence, as conference title con- for the other team to know With just over five minutes that they had to foul you and left in the first half, Lawrence had tender Carroll (8-3, 4-2 MWC) was only up 35-29 at the half thanks they still couldn’t stop you. put together a 10-2 run to build a Plus, I’m an old-school player, 20-16 lead, but the Vikings were to a block by senior Kanesha Walker at the end of the period. and back in the day there was outscored 13-3 over the remain- no three-point line. ing 4:49 giving Beloit a 29-23 lead The Vikings kept the Pioneers close until a layup by Carroll’s at half. What winter break training The game broke open midway Megan Turckes sparked her team’s defense to shut down Lawrence, trip was your favorite? Why? through the second half, when My favorite trip was Beloit went on a 14-4 run to pull who would be outscored 26-11 in the final eight minutes. going to Björklunden with the out to a 51-34 lead with just over team this past winter break. eight minutes left in the game. The With the loss to Carroll, the Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke Vikings’ losing streak reached A freshman on our team, Vikings’ Cathy Kaye led a charge Adam Breseman, lives on the to narrow that margin, scoring five 13, while their conference losing streak now sits at 48, stretching Björklunden property, so we all went to his house and in his hot points down the stretch to trim tub and really grew closer to each other. Beloit’s lead to 56-45 with one back to a 63-52 win over Knox in January 2008. However, the streak minute left. What were your goals coming into your senior season? How Nakita Chadwick converted a could easily end Friday, when the Vikings will travel to Grinnell Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke have you worked to accomplish them and what will you do the lay-up after a missed free throw by rest of the season? Beloit, and Alex Deshler drained a College (2-7, 1-5 MWC) to face off will look to get their first win of against a Pioneers team that has My goal coming into the season was to host the conference three-pointer to cut the Beloit lead the season as they finish their road tourney and win it in front of all our great fans. We are currently to 56-50 with just 30 seconds left. been struggling in recent games. trip at Grinnell and at Monmouth The Vikings (0-11, 0-6 MWC) tied for first in the conference, so that goal is definitely still in our However, a combination of College Saturday. sights. We have really played well as a team and had a lot of guys step up to get to the top of the conference. Men’s basketball takes first MWC loss Do you have any pre-game routines that you can’t go without doing? five victories had mostly come Greg Peterson I always put my left sock on and then my right, and same with Sports Editor against the weakest teams in my shoes. Then during warm-ups, I have to touch the half-court the conference, their Dec. 3 win line every time after I shoot a lay-up, as well as give Wilty [fan against Illinois College (9-2, 5-1 Lawrence’s men’s basketball Andrew Wilt] a high five. I’m not superstitious, but I am a little MWC) was cause to celebrate as it team took an undefeated confer- ‘stitious. ence record into last Saturday’s was a 21-point win over one of the strongest teams in the conference. game against Beloit, but the Do you prefer watching college basketball or NBA? However, Lawrence’s hopes of Vikings’ easy 63-42 defeat of the I prefer watching college basketball because the players seem a perfect conference record were Buccaneers was overshadowed by to care so much more about every game. Also, March Madness is dashed in last Tuesday’s 81-79 Tuesday’s 81-79 loss to the Carroll by far the best time of the year. I look forward to the first round loss to Carroll. Pioneers. of the NCAA tournament like little kids look forward to Christmas. In the home matchup against The game began well, with the Beloit (3-8, 2-4 MWC), the then- Vikings holding on to a 38-33 lead undefeated Vikings fell behind at halftime in Waukesha. Carroll 15-10 after the first 10 minutes of (5-6, 3-3 MWC) took until the 10:50 play, but quickly grabbed the lead mark in the second half to tie the Hannah Gabriel: Swimming and never gave it back. The score game at 51, but Lawrence respond- stood at 31-24 at halftime, but the ing by building a 66-56 lead with Lawrence defense shut down the just under seven minutes left to Buccaneers in the second half. play. Beloit was outscored 32-18 Carroll answered, retying the in the second half, including a game 71-71 with three minutes 12-2 deficit in points scored in the left and taking a 77-72 lead in the paint. While Lawrence shot 52.6 final minute, but senior Jon Mays Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke percent in the second half, Beloit made a quick layup off of a Vikings rebounds, while Mays shot 11-20 shot 6-25 for a meager 24 percent timeout to bring the game within for 25 points. Despite shooting a shooting — missing as many shots one possession. respectable 49.2 percent from the as the Vikings even attempted in A steal by freshman Brian field, Lawrence (6-5, 5-1 MWC) were the half. Gryszkiewicz gave the Vikings outshot by Carroll and dropped Photo courtesy of Hannah Gabriel Erik Borresen contributed his the ball with a chance to tie, but into a three-way tie for first in What is your favorite event? Why? now-usual double-double with 17 two crucial missed free throws the conference with Illinois College points and 10 rebounds, while by Borresen let the Pioneers My favorite event is the 200 freestyle because it is a challeng- and Ripon. sophomore Conor Klusendorf con- put the game out of reach, and ing distance to swim. It’s not considered a sprint and it’s not a The Vikings will attempt to tributed 10 points, eight rebounds, Gryszkiewicz and Mays’s field distance event. regain their winning ways this and two steals on 71.4 percent goals as the clock ran down were weekend, when they will trav- Would you rather swim an individual event or a relay? shooting. not enough to keep the Vikings’ el to face Grinnell College and Coming off of the victory, the record unblemished. I enjoy swimming on relays because having three other girls in Monmouth College. Vikings’ record stood at 5-0 in In the 81-79 loss, Borresen the event with me gives me extra pressure to swim fast. conference play. While the Vikings’ notched 20 points and grabbed 10 How is college swimming different than high school? College swimming has a much longer season than high school right person to write this edition to learn more about the most swimming. Also, the college workouts are much more intense than Books of the 33 1/3 series. charming band around, Belle and the ones in high school. Though Plagenhoef’s phras- Sebastian. continued from page 9 ing sometimes becomes cum- “If You’re Feeling Sinister” How do you prepare for a big race? songs from the band’s catalogue bersome, the story of the band, isn’t the only book in the 33 1/3 I try not to get nervous because then I’ll psych myself out. I’ll throughout the book, giving their music and their fans is series, either. The 50-plus titles warm up and stretch before the event to remain loose. them more depth than a casu- a fascinating one worth read- range from Neutral Milk Hotel to al listen usually results in. In ing, regardless. Considering the James Brown to Stevie Wonder to If you could race any professional/famous swimmer, who would these discussions, Plagenhoef’s band’s place as elder statesmen the Magnetic Fields and more, so it be and why? immense respect and love for in the world of indie now, this there’s almost certainly one for Probably Natalie Coughlin because although she is an amaz- the band comes through, and history is an extremely worth- any music fan. ingly fast swimmer, she also seems like she is very nice and I would you get a sense that he was the while read for any fan looking like to meet her. THE LAWRENTIAN 12 VARIETY FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2011 The Lawrentian Editor in Chief: What’s on your iPod? Maureen Darras Business Manager Zack Clark ‘12 Jinglei Xiao Managing Editor: Mya Win

1. Fantômas, “Twin Peaks, Fire epic vocals and lyrics that seem to covers and rearranges old Italian DeVotchKa’s sound draws News Editor: Walk With Me” capture the chaos of the beginning pop songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s, from countless styles and cultures Amy Sandquist Mike Patton and the avant- and end of time in three minutes. this number originally by Gino from Greek, Slavic and Bolero garde Fantômas have re-arranged, Just try this song live, it’s really a Paoli. As Patton says, this is music music to American punk and folk. Associate News Editor: scrambled, dyed, distorted, geneti- lot of fun. for anyone with a fucking heart Nick Urata, their lead singer, has a Bridget Donnelly cally engineered and amplified old in their chest: unique and catchy beautiful and eerie voice that danc- Features Editor: movie themes for their album “The 3. Brazilian Girls, “Die Gedanken arrangements with Patton’s beauti- es between languages, bending and Naveed Islam Director’s Cut.” The Twin Peaks Sind Frei” ful voice belting Italian that will fill flowing like delicate cursive. This theme stands out as the highlight This band from New York fea- any room lucky enough to have it song means “the wet buzzard” Associate Features Editor: for me, divided into an eerie and tures Sabina Sciubba who, having playing. in Spanish, and is a more light- David Rubin silly jazz section with a double been born in Rome and raised hearted, fun instrumental. bass cameo, which implodes into a in Nice and Munich, sings in five 5. Nile, “Permitting the Noble Dead Opinions/Editorials Editor: dark and dreamy beat with signa- languages. This song is taken from to Descend to the Underworld” 7. Little Joy, “Brand New Start” Patrick Miner ture Patton vocals. Beautiful. an old German socialist anthem, Technical death metal with Little Joy was started by The Arts & Entertainment Editor: turned into a groovy, jazzy num- Egyptian themes, this certainly Strokes’ drummer Fabrizio Moretti Tom Pilcher 2. Behemoth, “Ov Fire and the ber, with her beautiful and sensual isn’t going to immediately appeal and Los Hermanos’ singer Rodrigo Void” voice melting all over. If you still to anyone unfamiliar with metal — Amarante. The album is full of Co-Sports Editors: Behemoth is a blackened death think German is a harsh and com- but it’s a catchy song with incredi- cleverly written love songs with a Gregory Peterson metal band from Poland. “Ov Fire manding language, this song will ble riffing and insane, machine gun warm, ‘50s pop music style that and the Void” is the single from immediately change your mind. drums that reach speeds faster anyone can appreciate. Photo Editor: their latest album “Evangelion,” than any Star Wars vehicle. Tara Atkinson and it’s one big injection of chaos 4. Mondo Cane, ”Il Cielo In Una 8. Estelle and Kanye West, and cosmos with heavy, head bang- Stanza” 6. DeVotchKa, “El Zopilote “American Boy” Associate Photo Editors: Minh Nguyen ing riffs, technical drum beats and Mike Patton again. Here he Mojado” I just really like this song. Layout Editor: Katie Kasper

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