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EquestFest Since 1913 The Collegiate Back page Page 11 The student newspaper of Alfred University Vol. 104, No. 7 www.theﬁ atlux.com February 1, 2010 Proposed state cuts would CSI’s Banker participates in ‘Extreme increase budget deﬁ cit Makeover’ episode in Buffalo By Thomas Fleming original 2009-2010 budget. The Editor in Chief 2009-2010 budget was already reduced to $9.8 million this past If Governor Paterson’s pro- year. posed Executive Budget for “This budget proposes the 2010-2011 passes as it stands, most dramatic overhaul of New the College of Ceramics could re- York’s system of public higher education in a generation,” Pa- meaning more budget cuts for terson said in a letter on the ceive a significant cut in funding, the University. NY.gov Web site. “It provides “It will mean more cuts, but it SUNY and CUNY with the free- will be a different kind of cut,” dom they need to achieve the AU President Charley Edmond- promise of their full potential–in son said. both good economic times and The proposed Executive Bud- bad.” get would reduce the money New York State currently given to New York’s statutory colleges by $14.9 million. four at Cornell University and The College of Ceramics bud- thefunds College five of statutory Ceramics at colleges: Alfred get would be reduced by $1.7 University. The state also funds a million from the $10.4 million land grant at Cornell University. proposed in the 2009-2010 aca- Last year, the statutory college demic year to $8.7 million in the 2010-2011 academic year, a 16 colleges was cut by $6 million, to 17 percent reduction from the budget across the five statutory Continued on page 8... Two arrested for November burglaries

Staff Reports a Nintendo DS game system, Nin- tendo DS games, a PSP, DVDs, Alfred Police charged two AU a Wal-Mart gift card and Cap'n PHOTO PROVIDED BY NANCY BANKER students Dec. 4 and Dec. 8, 2009 Crunch cereal were also stolen. for a series of burglaries that took According to police reports, the (Above) Nancy Banker and place on campus around Thanks- burglaries began with the Sony her daughter Caitlan, who giving break. television from the Openhym participated on the show Carbert C. Russell II, of 82 Juliane common area. The rest of the “Extreme Makeover: Home Dr., Rochester and Reginald New- burglaries occurred in suppos- Edition” in Buffalo. (Right) some, of 7002 Shagbark Rd., Fort edly unlocked rooms in Reimer The house that was renovat- Washington, Md. were charged ed for the Jan. 24 episode. Dec. 8 with petit larceny (a Class mask and heavy jacket. Since the television show’s A misdemeanor) and criminal Hall,Russell with Newsome allegedly wearing kept stolen a ski items in his closet underneath his premiere in 2003, Banker degree (a Class A misdemeanor). clothes in a green velvet duffel bag wanted to be one of the work- possessionNewsome wasof stolen also property charged Dec.fifth to “cover up” for Newsome, ac- ers on the show. “Extreme 4 with a count of petit larceny (a cording to witness reports. Makeover: Home Edition” Class A misdemeanor) and bur- The Sony television was recov- airs on ABC at 8 p.m. every ered at the Park Avenue Trading Sunday. dwelling (a Class C felony). Post in Rochester, where New- glaryAccording second todegree: police illegal reports, entry- the some and Russell sold the televi- charges resulted from burglaries sion for $350. Other items that that occurred Nov. 27 in Reimer were stolen and recovered include the Samsung television, DVDs and PHOTO PROVIDED BY NANCY BANKER By Jericho Shackelford blue shirts one day,” Banker re- weeknights that Nancy Banker The items stolen that were re- games, a Nintendo Wii game with Staff Writer andcorded Openhym in the Halls. charges include a power cord and the green duffel called, thinking to herself. newest dream. Sony Bravia 42-inch LCD televi- bag with assorted game devices. On Jan. 24, secretary for the Although the Fiat Lux was un- Edition” debuted on ABC as a firstLittle caught did she a glimpse know that of herthe Center for Student Involvement mon area, a 19-inch Samsung LCD able to determine the current 13-episode“Extreme experiment Makeover: Nov. Home 3, blue shirt of repute would be siontelevision, from the a Openhym Wii game Hall system, com- state of Russell and Newsome’s Nancy Banker saw a seven- a garment earned not only Wii games and Nintendo systems case, on- or off-campus, before year quest to work on “Extreme to the networks Sunday nights, through good volunteering, but deadline, Russell’s Facebook wall the2003. series Prior originally to its official aired move on with a bit of staging as well. It Witness and victim reports indicated that Russell did not re- to fruition. Monday’s primetime. No doubt reportedly took hours for the Makeover: Home Edition” come fromstate Reimerthat other Hall. Wii games, Play- turn to AU this semester. “I’m gonna be one of those it was on one of these fateful station 3 games, Xbox 360 games, Continued on page 8...

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SMCR does not stand for My New Year’s resolution(s) Ian Cramer made myself a promise to be more like Sully. Smart Media Card Reader Opinions Editor Over Christmas break I engaged in a very schol- Sully told a story of how, after a long flight and In communication studies classes, students are taught a basic an even longer day, he helped a young couple find structure of communication that consists of source, message, chan- nal was about to close for the night, yet he went out nel and receiver (the SMCR model). Another element of this basic their baby stroller. It was 10:30 p.m. and the termi- structure is noise, which is anything that interferes with transmitting arly, yet rare, activity for me: leisure reading. I was a clear message. given a non-fiction book written by commercial sawof his me way helping to help them them and find commented the missing that strollernot ev- One result of the digital age is that maintaining a stable channel for pilot Capt. Chesley Sullenberger called "Highest eryin the pilot…would baggage claim. bother He to wrote, help. …It“A flight was anattendant awfully communication can be complicated, interfering with the completion of basic tasks, such as retrieving PowerPoint presentations from a casualtyDuty." Sullenberger and was instantlylanded US crowned Airways flight a national 1549 simple thing I had done. …And yet, I understood server for class, printing papers in the library, watching YouTube vid- in the Hudson River last January without a single completely what (she) meant.” eos and even piecing together the latest newspaper for publication. Since the establishment of the new Fiat Lux website, our whole tohero. do more I finished leisure reading reading. the 321-page novel in 5 should be more thoughtful and more considerate days.I was It gave moved me inspiration while reading for my the first book, resolution: which of So others what’s and my of point? their surroundings. My point is that You shouldpeople move past yourself and not be so focused on your workflowand for editors has changed, to edit those eliminating stories directlyan entire online. day that the staff once spentThe inFiat the Lux, newspaper however, office is limited by allowing by relying writers on tothe submit stability stories of a ing about Sullenberger, or “Sully,” and his life as it life that you ignore the fellow man right beside you connection, or channel, as are all similar forms of communications leadwas oneup toreason the events I flew onthrough Jan. 15, it so 2009, quickly. made Read- me who may be in need. Take a second out of your day technologies. In this case, the connection that we must rely on is to a shake my head in amazement at the integrity he and help others, whether it’s tomorrow, next week server computer that resides somewhere in eastern California. or next year. During this production weekend, that server computer failed us, possessed. Throughout the book, I noticed sev- causing us to lose several crucial hours. Like Sully on that cold afternoon in January, we Reliable communication, of both technical and other varieties, is preparedness. Time and time again he reiterates all have an unwavering responsibility to help one not always possible, because there’s always noise. witheral reoccurringanecdotal stories themes: and responsibility,life experiences duty that and his We think that one thing that needs improvement campus-wide is ability to land that plane safely was the cumulative sponsibility and a duty to act to make the best out clearer internal communication, from both the sending and receiving ofanother. a perilous He, as situation. the captain I’m notof that saying plane, you had need a re- to ends. result of years of doing the right thing and doing Last semester, administrators announced and attempted to explain what he believed in. save lives, but the next time someone needs help, the reasons for cuts to programs across campus, but there was a lot After a particularly poignant paragraph, page take a moment and do what’s right without think- of confusion. ing about what’s convenient for you. It will make In the technical world, any time a communications system fails, the and draw connections from his life to mine. No, I you feel better and it will certainly make them feel next logical step is to troubleshoot, or to locate the problem and re- or chapter, I paused to reflect on Sully’s words better. pair it. During this complex budgetary situation, the Fiat Lux has worked Finishing this book gave me inspiration for my hard to be a mediating entity that can help to eliminate some assump- er,didn’t I also land realized an Airbus that jetSully, in onthe a Hudson, day-to-day but basis, I did tions and reduce confusion, or noise, so that clearer communication actedrecognize on a certainhigher wavelengthsimilarities thanbetween most us. people, Howev- in- to-day basis and pay forward the kindness others between faculty, students and administration can occur. cluding myself. Many times throughout the book I havesecond shown New me. Year’s resolution: be nicer on a day- With that said, we could list countless schools who are struggling with budget issues right now and are going through similar pro- cesses as AU, whether they be St. Bonaventure University or SUNY Geneseo. This is the reality that institutions of higher education are thought: “Am I like that?,” “Do I do that?” or “Would facing right now. I do that?” At the end, as cheesy as it may sound, I The invitation for open communication has been made available Hipsters aren’t the only ones who can wear at AU, but has not been used extensively since students returned to used clothing. Buying clothes from the Salva- campus. Students shouldn't miss the opportunity to be a constructive part tion Army, Goodwill or the local Op Shop not of this process. If something like this is being talked about at Student only supports the community monetarily, but Senate, participate in the discussion. If the University president is also reduces the demand for excess production. available once a month to talk about pretty much anything you would While you don’t need to buy your whole ward- like to know, accept the invitation and ask questions. robe used, sweatshirts or warm lounge pants We all could take a little more responsiblity for reducing the “noise.” are an easy �ind and don’t need to be worn in public. Plus you can turn down the heat in your apartment if you bundle up! So wear your kitsch Christmas sweater proudly, knowing you reduced waste and your energy bill. Fiat Lux Next issue: Feb. 15 Next deadline: Feb. 11 by midnight Photo deadline: Feb. 10 by midnight Backspace THOMAS FLEMING Editor in Chief KRISTIN RUBISCH Managing Editor / Features Editor a comic by Alfred alumni STEPHANIE HIU YAN CHOI Business Manager / Layout KATE COHEN Billing Manager NADINE TITUS Ads Manager MICHELLE APPLEBAUM Subscriptions Manager SHARIFA BARROW News Editor JUSTIN MCCOMBS Sports Editor LEAH HOUK Arts and Entertainment Editor IAN CRAMER Opinions Editor ZACK BLOCK Humor Editor ZACH GROSSER Video Editor DAVID LEMMO Photo Editor KARI ALDRICH Copy Editor GILLIAN LICHTER Copy Editor ROBYN GOODMAN Adviser The Fiat welcomes your opinion. Anyone may write a letter to the editor. Submissions must include name, address, phone number and class year (for students). Letters to the editor should be limited to 250 words; guest columns should be limited to 700 words. The Fiat Lux reserves the right to edit all letters for space, clarity, brevity and fair play. E-mail your thoughts to fi [email protected]. Submissions should follow the rules of fair play (i.e. get the facts straight). Editorial Policy: The Fiat Lux welcomes feed- The Fiat Lux supports the perpetuation of a back from its readers. Letters to the editor will broad and liberal education conducive to free be subject to editing for space and content pur- speech. Only unsigned editorials refl ect the poses. The Fiat Lux reserves the right not to opinions of this newspaper. All other editorials print any letter. Letters must be accompanied by refl ect the author’s opinion. name, address and telephone number. E-mail: The Fiat Lux is printed by Adnet Direct and fi [email protected] or mail letters to: Fiat Lux, is typeset by the production staff. It is funded in attn: Editor, Powell Campus Center, Alfred, part by Student Senate. The Fiat can be reached N.Y. 14802. at (607) 871-2192. February 1, 2010 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com 3

Faculty Soapbox: The Abby Code–don’t leave AU without the following By Mark McFadden biography of Abigail, Thought job. To that end, we offer the primarily because they pre- ing yourself as a self-aware and Contributing Writer Internship and Summer Job pared (practiced and conducted mature candidate drastically in- at Alfred University. Fair to make sure this is on stu- research) for the interview. creases your likelihood of being The Career Development Cen- KnowsAbigail No inspired Sex: Women’s the CDC Rights staff dents’ radar. This year’s event Another necessary skill is the hired. ter is housed in the Steinheim to come up with a code or a list is scheduled to take place on ability to network. According to The Career Development (castle) that was built by Alfred of skills, knowledge and experi- Friday, Feb. 19 from noon to our annual grad survey, over 50 Center provides a number of University’s second president ence that we want all students percent of newly minted Alfred services to make sure students and his wife, Jonathan and Abi- to have before they leave Alfred By no means is this the end of University graduates report leave AU with these items and gail Allen. What appears to be the2:00pm internship in Kenyon-Allen-Davis. search for most skills. We offer one-on-one ap- a headstone for Abigail can be view of these items, which con- students, however, which is a result of networking. A per- pointments, workshops, a ca- University. Here is a brief over- why the CDC subscribes to a son’sthat their network first jobincludes offers previ- were reer preparation class, career building and we like to think First, every student should number of resources (including ous employers, alumni, family, fairs, networking events, and found on the second floor of our that Abigail’s spirit remains. In havestitute a the workable "Abby Code": resume and print, electronic and human) friends, professors, bartenders an etiquette dinner and profes- fact, a ghost hunter who visited cover letter. There will not be to help with the internship and and ministers. sional image show. If you want Alfred University last semester another time in students' lives summer job search. While there are several addi- to be prepared for the job or visited the Steinheim and noted when they can step out their Next, it is essential for stu- tional items in the Abby Code, internship search, then contact the presence of a benevolent door and have access to career dents to understand that inter- the last one to be noted in this the CDC to set up a meeting or older female and a mischievous services staff for the purpose of article is the development to learn more about upcoming male child (but that is another working on a resume face-to- cantly impacts a person’s ability of one’s professional image. events - [email protected] / 607- story for another time). Abi- face with a career counselor. toviewing secure is employment.a skill that signifi- Time Knowing what you have to of- 871-2164. gail Allen was and remains an Second, we want every stu- and again we see students with fer an employer with respect to inspiring individual – I recom- dent to have a meaningful in- a 2.8 GPA being offered jobs skills, values, experiences and mend you read Susan Strong’s ternship, co-op or summer over students with a 3.5 GPA, personality traits and present-

The Alfred Computer Guy: Apple iPad disappoints with any real merit. Something To add insult to injury, mul- to nickel-and-dime their cus- have a niche market out there. Mike Stone was different this time, though – titasking is out of the question tomers on every app, every song, Somebody is bound to be able to Contributing Writer the rumors never subsided,; in- as well. On any old laptop, you every movie, and every eBook, stead they got louder and were can have your music playing in all through Apple’s various vice that couldn’t have been met substantiated with evidence of the background using Pandora storefronts. withfind legitimatethe iPod Touch. uses for As thisfor me,de- while typing a Word document There are a host of other mi- I’m still waiting for a train that ings, and part suppliers ramping and referencing a web browser nor problems with the iPad that may never come. uppatent production. filings, developer meet- window on the same screen. On I could list here, but it would Do you have any questions the iPad, you have to use your be redundant and tiresome. My provided a true Apple tablet or apps one at a time. main point is that we have been Were we finally going to be Starting at $499.00 for the waiting a very long time for a withyou would the subjectlike to ask? “Alfred Send Com- me base model with only WiFi to touch-screen computer, not an puteran e-mail Guy.” at:Mac, [email protected] PC, Linux, OS/2 Withslate system each new running product OSX? revi- All $829.00 for the larger capac- enlarged iPod. Warp, NeXT… hit me with your sionsigns Apple pointed released, to “yes, we saw finally!” bet- ity iPad boasting WiFi and 3G I suppose Apple’s iPad might ter and better technology that Broadband, it’s not exactly in best shot! This past Wednesday, Apple superior slate system – better step with com- multi-touchwould make on for theira significantly laptops, petitive Net- ternet rumors by announcing solid keyboard UI on the iPod book prices. confirmed many months of in- their new portable product, the Touch and the iPhone, improved MSI is com- Head iPad. glass surfaces on their portable ing out with a Technically not a tablet (the products, etc. similar slate general consensus is that a “tab- Then, Wednesday’s product product called Home let” must have a physical key- announcement came and went, the Tegra Tab- board, otherwise it is a “slate”), and we were all left feeling de- let rumored at the iPad allows you to browse around $500.00, With the web, check e-mail, read since “Indiana Jones and the but with the ad- Word and Excel documents, read Kingdomflated – almostof the Crystal cheated. Skull” Not vantage of being E-Books and listen to your mu- have I felt so little return on so a full computer. Us! sic. much anticipation. That’s right; Also, Dell has All of this is offered on a 9.7- with the iPad, Apple has nuked their Latitude With great fares and schedules – inch multi-touch touchscreen the fridge, as it were. 2100 Netbook heading home has never been easier! with WiFi, affordable 3G Broad- First on the list of “what went laptop that can band (on certain models), built- be souped-up in speakers and a 10-hour bat- with a touch- tery. ofwrong” the female is the persuasion name. iPad? in Re-the screen and still 2 Daily Roundtrips to NYC ally? Does Apple lack anyone come in under 1 Daily Roundtrip to turns out, everything. if the product was solid, the in- the $500.00 ForSo what’sclose to the a decade problem? now, As Ap- it Westchester, Queens and evitablemarketing jokes or R&D that teams?have ensued Even mark. Long Island ple users have been asking for a since Wednesday might make Apple’s com- tablet system running OSX. My people shy away. puter products colleagues and coworkers over Second and most important have tradition- TGIF Rates* the years have seen the merit of ally provided such a device, but until recently, New York City $57 moment. The iPad does not run solid quality Roundtrip $108 it seemed Apple was determined OSX.– the For real those “where’s of you thewho beef?” were software (OSX, to turn a blind eye to this de- looking for a Macbook Air sans iLife, iWork, etc) Long Island from mand. $60 keyboard, keep looking. Instead, to support the Roundtrip from $114 Add to that the restrictive na- Apple opted to have it run an sale of the hard- Buy on-line at ture of Apple and their products, www.shortlinebus.com enhanced version of the iPod ware. It now * TGIF Fares are available for outbound and the prospect of an OSX tablet Touch OS. seems that they travel on Friday &/or college breaks. Return seemed improbable at best. The trip must be on the following Sunday, This means that all of my real are changing Monday or Tuesday for special fares. market was so demanding for an Apple applications will not run focus and de- Apple tablet that several compa- on it. If I want something outside veloping hard- nies even stepped up to the plate of the standard iPad programs suite, I need to buy a portable cally to support to your existing Macbook for a app from Apple’s App Store. Of- theware sale specifi- of the to make major modifications software – by book.com) iMovie, along with the myriad this I mean that modest price. (See http://mod- For Tickets and Info Then the rumor mill started office, other Photoshop, useful OSX Final applications Cut Studio, this product is, whispering of a true Apple tab- that have been developed since in my opinion, Alfred Travel Center let being developed. It was noth- 2001 cannot be installed or run an expensive 11 West University St., Alfred, NY ing that we hadn’t already heard on the iPad. launching point a hundred times before, never 4 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com February 1, 2010 Features What the Duvalier is going on in Haiti? was generally unsuccessful; the for Jean-Claude Duvalier’s res- - Kristin Rubisch French routinely challenged forces, leaving behind chaos for ignation. Despite rejecting the - Managing Editor control of Haiti and withdrew its- idea, he was forced into exile, der-developedStabilizing Mission country in Haiti has been(MI agreement was reached in 1825, ing Paul Magloire and Joseph leaving the Tonton-Macoutes slow.NUSTAH), The progress recent earthquakes in the un Haiti’s independence until an- Nemoursfive military Pierre-Louis. presidents, includPierre- - have shed light on the inability sulted in an elite class control- Louis, a provisional leader over- erning Council for control. In of the government to cope with lingand thefighting majority between of the groups economy re seeing elections after Magloire’s 1990,to fight four with years the afterNational Duvalier Gov such serious incidents, as well and political system. In 1843, a resignation, was responsible - - for holding elections in 1956. ments and international organi- created the Dominican Republic The elections were rigged by onlyleft Haiti, a year, Jean-Bertrand and he was exiled Aris zationsas the difficulty have in assisting. other govern While smaller revolution within Haiti the army, and placed François tride was elected. His rule lasted - The years following the divi- Duvalier (later known as Papa nor achievements, including be- sionon the continued eastern half in a of pattern Hispaniola. simi- Doc) in control. Papa Doc held heldbriefly the after provisional a coup d’état.presidency The ingPresident only the Préval 2nd democratically has made mi lar to those before it; violence the presidency until his death until,justice with of Haiti’s the help Supreme of the CourtUnit- - was widespread and excessive. in 1971, using a private police ed States, Aristride was placed dependent history and estab- In 1915, the ruling president force known as the Tonton-Ma- lishingelected friendlypresident relations in Haiti’s with in state of Latin America, began Guillaume Sam was brutally coutes to subdue the population this position for one year, was neighboring countries, there itsHaiti, tumultuous the first history independent under murdered by an angry mob, and with force for his term. Despite succeededback in power from in 1996 1994. to 2000He held by are still large steps that must be French and Spanish coloniza- the United States took advan- taken to ensure a better, more tion as early as the 1500s. Shar- tage of the horrifying situation at 30,000 or more, the United - peaceful future for this island Statesan inflicted continued death to toll back pegged Duva- spiteRené hisPréval, original but broadwas re-elected popular- nation. the Dominican Republic, it is order. For the next 20 years, lier and the Tonton-Macoutes to ity,following he was Préval’s accused first of term. intense De The purpose of this column is theing the least island developed of Hispaniola country with in theby invading United States Haiti to government establish corruption and was removed to inform people about global the Americas according to the had almost complete control of the Americas. from power in 2004 as a result events. While one article is not United Nations. After years of re- the nation, making it a de facto ebbDuvalier the flow wasof communism succeeded into by of the U.S. and French support- enough to fully explain a con- pression under the French-cre- colony. Despite claims of want- his son Jean-Claude (known as ated slave trade, the country led ing to help the citizens create a Baby Doc) in 1971, and did little interim president held control reader with the basics. It is my the world’s one successful slave- more stable nation, the U.S. did to improve the country’s situa- fored Haitian two years Rebellion. until elections Another flict, it is enough to provide the based rebellion in 1804. For nothing but exploit the island’s tion. By 1983, riots and protests reading, you can readily answer roughly forty years, the estab- coffee and sugar resources. In resumed against the regime thehope question, that when “What you arethe finished(blank) lishment of a new government 1934, the U.S. relinquished its and, 3 years later, the U.S. called couldDespite be held, the under United which Nations René Préval was re-elected. is going on in (blank?)” Hearts out to Haiti By Leah Houk cynical, but that might be the project is symbolic of the work with another hands-on project A&E Editor best word—about the future of once this immediate crisis has and gradual steps that will be Haitianended. people won’t disappear needed to rebuild this ravaged they will hold a metal-casting The earthquake that devas- - “I guess it’s good that people country.” to benefit earthquake victims: Haiti,”tian friends Dieudonne and I said. are “Ilike, don’t ‘Is are now aware of the situation, The panel in Nevins featured from 2-8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12 is still reverberating in the wantthis what to be it cynical,takes to but get myhelp, Hai or at least,” he said. “Maybe we will event6 at the called National "Pour Casting for Centre. Haiti" tatedcollective the capital minds of and Haiti hearts on Jan. of even see some actual progress Kruckeberg, a historian who The event is open to the public, both the world at large and the fivespecializes faculty members.in 18th-century Robert and for a $10 donation, anyone microcosm of Alfred University. evenDieudonne, to be able histo find parents Haiti on and a giving someone a tent and then France, began by discussing the can create a "relief sculpture" Junior sociology major Rudy map?’”seven siblings have been donat- towardleaving rebuilding isn’t what’s Haiti. needed. But just We out of a sand block, and then cast Dieudonne has very personal ing money to the Red Cross, and need to do more.” the 18th-century Atlantic world, it into aluminum with the help of he and his siblings helped to or- On Jan. 21, AU students and historical significance of Haiti in- a Foundry Guild volunteer. Dieudonne’s parents moved to ganize a fundraiser at their high tion. The National Casting Centre links to the tragedy in Haiti. school on Staten Island. “Lots of - includingRobert Myers, the Haitian professor Revolu of an- at the New York State College of - people who know we’ve been facultycluded a organized creative fundraiser “Our Hearts and thropology and a member of the Ceramics at Alfred University is theer lostU.S. herfrom brother, Haiti a few two months young affected have been offering us arean informational with Haiti Day”, panel which in Nevins in Caribbean Studies Association, located on State Route 244, just beforenephews he and was her born. 118-year His moth old help—it’s been overwhelming,” Theater. - north of the Alfred University grandmother in the earthquake, Dieudonne said. Students put together a giant itics and culture. campus. and his father lost a cousin. Dieudonne has shared the offeredNancy insights Evangelista, into Haitian a professor pol Other students in AU’s School Dieudonne said they saw foot- pain of several other AU stu- of arms, and with a $2 donation, of school psychology and associ- of Art & Design are participat- age of the earthquake on TV, but dents who lost loved ones in the paint-by-numberspassersby in Powell Haitian could paint coat ate provost, and David Toot, pro- it was two weeks before they earthquake. a section. The students also sold are donating artwork for a silent “I didn’t even know some of miniature coats of arms as pins, hand accounts of their travels to ingauction, in the with benefit bidding as to well; close they at which they encouraged other fessor of physics, provided first- could“The contact hardest anyone part,” in Dieudon Haiti to- saw what they posted on their students and faculty to wear to the tragedy. sale of the artwork will also be findne said, out about “is watching their relatives. my mom my friends were Haitian until I throughout the day. HaitiJeffrey on Sluyter-Beltrao, service missions associ prior- 7:30 p.m. All proceeds from the- grieve, both for our family and earthquake,” he said. “Some of “Many, many steps and hands ate professor of political science, forts chosen by the students. for the families of her friends.” Facebookthem have been profiles even aftermore per the- moderated the discussion and donatedTo pre-order to the Haitian a sand relief block ef to - sonally affected than I have,” he said Kristie Valentino, an educa- added his own political forecast carve and cast for a “relief sculp- gious, has spent a lot of time added. willtion be graduate required student to rebuild who Haiti,” was ture,” email Scott Lamont at prayingHis father, for thewho victims. is very reli“My Dieudonne hopes, above all, instrumental in organizing the Students from the School of [email protected]. mom is—I don’t want to say that awareness of the plight of fundraiser. “This community art aboutArt and the Designfuture of have Haiti. come up Study abroad: there’s no reason not to! for foreign study, students can “What you should do is com- made it so that I paid a whole lot had experiences that have forever A&E Editor pare your cost of tuition and room less than a semester at Alfred usu- changed me as a person. I can only By Leah Houk majors and will allow them to and board to the cost of study- ally cost me,” Seeley said, “and hope that others may experience Director of the Writing Center alsograduate find on programs time. that fit their ing abroad—sometimes it’s even money aside, going abroad was what I did.” Vicky Westacott, who taught the Westacott emphasized that cheaper,” Westacott said. one of the best decisions I could The annual Study Abroad Fair study abroad class during this one of the biggest reasons more Roughly 20-30 AU students have made for myself.” will be held Thursday, Feb. 4 from past fall semester, would like to students don’t study abroad is study abroad each year, most 21 students are currently study- 11-2 p.m. Stop by to pick up infor- dispel the two most common because they assume it’s prohibi- - ing abroad—17 for the spring mation and ask questions of the semester and four for the entire many program representatives. that it is too expensive and that need not be the case. throughForeign Studythe top (AIFS), five affiliated Butler proUni- year. You can also visit www.alfred. mythsyou won’t about be able studying to graduate abroad: on tivelyWhen expensive. a student studies However, abroad this viders:versity, The Australearn, American StudioInstitute Arts for Junior global studies major edu/studyabroad, or the Interna- time. through an exchange program, Center International (SACI) and Kimi Cook spent the fall semester “Your study abroad is just like a the normal tuition is paid to AU, the School for International Train- 2009 in Denmark. semester here,” Westacott said. and room and board is paid at the ing. “I am more homesick for Den- tionalmore information.Programs Office, located on Courses students take at foreign foreign university. Often students Senior comparative cultures mark than I ever was for home the first floor of Perlman Hall, for institutions are pre-approved at end up paying roughly the same and Spanish major Morgan Seeley when I was there,” Cook said. Thomas Fleming contributed to AU so the students don’t have to amount for a semester abroad as spent the spring semester of 2009 Seeley said of her experience, this article. worry about whether their cred- they would for a semester at AU. in Mendoza, Argentina through “I learned about a whole new its will transfer back to AU. Since IFSA-Butler. culture, gained a new family--as there are such a variety of options study abroad as well. “The payment option I chose I stayed with a host family--and Most financial aid applies to the February 1, 2010 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com 5

AU students look to recapture Greensboro spirit

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Alfred University students are would follow throughout 1960. Four risked their lives to eat at ism goals written in icing. hoping to reawaken the spirit Alfred University students are the same counter as those dif- Ana Devlin-Gauthier, a sopho- mission to “promote equality, of student activism in honor of planning several programs to ferent from themselves, we hope more environmental-studies teachcreativity history, to achieve inspire aartists, five-point cul- commemorate the anniversary. Greensboro lunch counter sit- A Monday evening “breaking courage to sit beside a stranger “Students are quick to complain rance.” For more information, ins,the fiftieth a monumental anniversary day ofin the barriers” dinner will challenge atAU dinner.” students can at least find the butmajor, slow explains to take the action. significance. These contacttivate dialogue, program and director fight igno- Dan history of the civil rights move- students to cross self-imposed Other students are also using “action snacks” are intended to Napolitano at Napolitano@al- ment. The Greensboro sit-ins barriers and randomly sit with food to bring attention to the start students thinking about fred.edu . new people for dinner and con- anniversary. One group led by small steps toward becoming a These events coincide with cause it marked the beginning versation at the campus’ Powell senior marketing major Ashley activist rather than a complain- the opening of the International ofwere the especiallyemerging college significant student be- Fantigrossi will be distributing er.” Photographs will be taken of Civil Rights Center & Museum in movement, as four freshmen “Too often today, we contin- coffee and hot cocoa with civil students with their goal and an Greensboro, NC at the site of the from Agricultural and Technical ueDining to segregateHall. ourselves into rights milestones printed on the exhibit will be created. College of North Carolina sat at groups based on major, color, cups. Another group will recre- The students efforts are part More information can be found a white-only lunch counter at a or other characteristics,” shared ate the lunch counter and allow of Alfred University’s award- atoriginal www.sitinmovement.org. sit-in fifty years earlier. Greensboro Woolworth’s. Over Kevin Carr, a sophomore art & students to decorate cookies winning Drawn to Diversity design major. “If the Greensboro with their own personal activ- program which uses art and fifty similar college-led sit-ins Alumna awarded national library honor Oceana Wilson, director of li- the New York Times building on an MLIS (Masters of Library and tion, the award recognizes qual- from nominations sent in by brary and information services, Eighth Avenue, New York City. Information Science) from Sim- ity service and dedication by Crossett Library, Bennington Oceana, AU class of 1996 AU, mons College. library professionals across the brary patrons. (Vt.) College, was one of 10 win- Sponsored by The New York country, nominated by their pa- more than 3,200 satisfied li- ners of the 2009 I Love My Li- rick Library, working with Pam Times and Carnegie Corp. of trons and selected by a jury of brarian Award presented at a Lakin,was a then student Education worker Services at Her- New York and administered by their peers. Dec. 3, 2009 award ceremony at librarian. Oceana went on to get the American Library Associa- The 10 winners were selected

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Maluca to perform Friday By Sharifa Barrow to “El Tigeraso,” her News Editor style of music. Com- bininginfluenced the hermusic own of August 2009. With Maluca, the new her ancestors and herfirst eccentric single, released sense upcoming Latin American pop music of style and music, American artist on of the 90's, Maluca Maluca has often the scene, will be was able to create been compared to performing for free her own brand of artists such as MIA for AU students this “electronic mambo.” and Santigold. Friday, Feb. 5 in the According to xlr8r. If you attend the Knight Club. com, although a bad show, expect to hear PHOTOS PROVIDED Maluca was born case of stage fright “El Tigeraso,” and in the Bronx and kept Maluca out of more sounds from raised by Manhattan the spotlight for this self-proclaimed (Above) Singer Maluca will per- Dominican parents. much of her life, a “1/2 Dominican 1/2 form at AU Friday Feb. 5 from 10- While she was grow- chance meeting with Pain in the ass." (sic) 12 p.m. in the Knight Club. ing up, traditional Diplo, of Mad Decent It's sure to be an in- Latin style music, like records, while she teresting and enter- bachata and mambo, was performing ka- taining performance. played a big part in raoke eventually led her life and greatly Dr. Allen Grove, AU's own zombie authority By Kari Aldrich dia Tracks, shortly following the Copy Editor invited to sit in with both Gra- Zombies are everywhere, and afterword's completion. He was AU Professor of English Dr. Al- author of the Sookie Stackhouse ham Smith and Charlaine Harris, phenomenon. Students who pick "True Blood" is based, and dis- len Grove is officially part of the cussnovels vampires upon which and the zombies HBO series and Edition" of the strange mash-up their current popularity. Grove up a copy of the recent "Heirloom novel "Pride and Prejudice and discusses his theory on zombies Zombies" by Jane Austen and Seth in particular in detail in his afterword. "Our fear of and fascination Graham Smith can flip to the end Grove's afterword on the novel, with destructive diseases (AIDS, whichof the faux-leather addresses volume the reasons to find behind the recent popularity of biologic weapons, etc.) is made zombies and the ways in which explicitswine flu with or those zombies," caused Grove by says. Using the presence of the Austen's texts. it actually fits right in with Jane PHOTOS PROVIDED Quirk Books, who published the into our fantasies of violence. book, contacted Grove last spring We"undead" need feel in fiction no guilt also when "plays we to offer him the job. "At the time I (Above) AU Professor of English behead, crush and blow up zom- Dr. Allen Grove wrote the after- was teaching Tales of Terror and bies. There is perhaps comfort in Jane Austen, so the project was word to the best-seller “Pride and having an unambiguous and irre- Prejudice and Zombies” Deluxe a perfect match for my interests, deemable enemy. And, of course, and I've often taught and written Edition by Seth Grahame-Smith on a metaphorical level, we are (Cover at left). about Jane Austen's relationship all zombies going mindlessly through the day-to-day grind." said. The publishers hired him on The Viewpoints interview is thewith spot early upon Gothic hearing fiction," his Grove ideas for the piece, and gave him a week mediatracks.com/vp0925/ and to write his afterword. theavailable hardcover online heirloom at http://www. edition Grove also had the opportu- of "Pride and Prejudice and Zom- nity to do a radio interview with bies" is available in bookstores. Viewpoints, a production by Me- AU performs at American College Theater Festival By Leah Houk en and children who are waiting Crosby wrote in an email to A&E Editor for their men—who mysterious- the Fiat Lux that despite the ly and forcefully disappeared--to enormous time pressure and The Alfred University Theatre return home. lack of sleep, “The students rose Department had the honor of at- Director Steve Crosby, lighting to the occasion and did an exem- tending the Region II Kennedy and set designer Marketa Fan- plary job. Their afternoon per- Center American College Theater tova and technical director Zach formance at KCACTF equaled or Festival (KCACTF), held at the In- surpassed their best in Alfred diana University of Pennsylvania who were involved with the pro- during the original production.” Jan.12-16, for its production of duction,Hamm, as spent well threeas the days24 students restag- - “Widows” by Ariel Dorfman. ing and reworking the produc- able Mention” for being a run- “Widows” was selected from tion prior to the festival. AU was awarded an “Honor more than 200 entries from Re- At the festival, each production Truck Award,” which goes to the gion II, which includes colleges was limited to a four-hour load- productionner-up for team the with “Golden the fastest Hand and universities from western in, which included everything load-in and load-out. New York, New Jersey, Pennsyl- from reconstructing the set and vania, Delaware, Maryland, and laying out the dressing rooms were recognized publicly for Washington, D.C. to gelling and programming the their“Our ability students to work together specifically on The play, which is set in an un- lights and setting up the video such a complicated set, and with PHOTO PROVIDED BY KATIE BARLOW named, war-torn South Ameri- and sound equipment. such good spirit,” Crosby said. can village, details gruesome AU gave two performances of The award for best show in The cast of “Widows” pose with actor and AU Board of Trust- abuse of villagers by an oppres- the region has not yet been an- ee member Bill Pullman (top center) at the Kennedy Center sive government, and some acts p.m. on Sat. Jan. 16. nounced. American College Theater Festival Jan. 16. of civil disobedience by the wom- the show, at 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com 7

Hypnosis Show

On Jan. 23, hypnotist Thomas Bresadola wowed the audience by hypnotizing volunteers on stage in Holmes Auditorium.

Natural Wood

PHOTOS BY DAVID LEMMO

Seniors (left) David “Ash” Torrey and (right) Salvatore “Mas” Maneli perform as the duo Natural Wood Saturday, Jan. 30 in the Knight Club.

PHOTO BY KRISTIN RUBISCH

Amnesty International at AU is maintaining liberties, education By Jericho Shackelford violations past and present were the lessons in expanding human ticipants in the Alfred Univer- Staff Writer discussed. rights awareness by offering a sity community, Reginio stated, Expounding on the cause for voice for the unjustly silenced. “I think Alfred really takes that This past Wednesday, Jan. 27, This semester on the Alfred seriously– you’re not consum- a date denoting the liberation [this can be] something that is University Campus, AI at AU will ers of a product or employees of of the concentration camp Aus- gettingthe vigil people Reginio to said, think, “Hopefully take the be featuring awareness events a company–you are truly a part chwitz-Birkenau, marked the emotions the ceremony raises each month. The next is sched- of an institution.” Effective in- UN’s 5th annual International and do something with them… uled to be an informational teraction is exactly what makes What we’re all about tonight is and activity table set in Powell Alfred University a perfect place This semester a new student not simply just remembering Campus Center Feb. 1-3 where to become activated. organization,Holocaust Remembrance Amnesty Interna Day.- [the past] but doing something students may make Valentines Reginio teaches with an invig- tional at AU, has taken initiative. in the present.” cards to send to riot police in orating character that has sure- A candlelight vigil at the stat- The goal of the event as con- Burma. ly rubbed off on his students, ue of King Alfred was the lat- veyed by faculty advisor Dr. The ultimate goal of AI at AU who have taken it upon them- est motion for awareness and Reginio and student group encompasses more than stand- selves to pursue activation and activation to come out of this - ing for memories and sending awareness beyond the physical CLASSIFIEDS springtime coalition. Approxi- member the holocaust and rec- ironic gifts halfway across the - BUY/RENT/SELL BOOKS mately 30 students, faculty and ognizemembers subsequent was threefold: human torights re world. These actions are the violations, to advertise that product of an initiative against wouldand timely greatly confines appreciate of their any Sein- new & used, online buy- the statue. The candle light vigil within Amnesty International at stagnation. Members of the or- dividualsidlin Hall lookingclassroom. to The contribute group backs.Texts books Buy, sell, bought rent and at cheap sold:- beganstaff congregated with a word at from5:30 aroundfaculty AU, there is a venue for the con- ganization are working toward new ideas or faculties to their books.com (266) 398-6111, advisor Robert Reginio, contin- cerned to organize and educate. a kinetic awareness, to inspire initiative. Espanol (212) 380-1763, ued with poetry recitals, a se- The group, originating in a sentience beyond the bounds Amnesty International at Al- urdu.hindi/punjabi (713) lected reading out of the 2005 human rights activism require- of AU’s immediate sight and to fred University can be reached 429-4981. See site for other UN resolution, a word from the positively impact the origins of by its email account at amnes- support links. - and Literature class, was found- those scenes. [email protected]. - edment out for of Dr. a learnedReginio’s conscience. Holocaust In conversation on the stu- rumAI at during AU president which human Hannah rights Cer The group intends to continue dents' ability to be active par- tis and finished with an open fo 8 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com February 1, 2010 jumps

Proposed... “This has been far worse than to hold them off,” Edmondson be applied to strengthen pro- said. “They will, however, need continued from front page we actually anticipated,” Ed- said. “Without a Republican grams that are in high demand,” to plan for different assign- mondson said. majority in the Senate, we don’t Edmondson said. ments.” less than half of the proposed know what that outcome will be Edmondson explained why The originally announced $3 amount to be cut this year. Al- cit would mean more cuts, Ed- now.” the strategic cuts being made though the cut to Cornell’s statu- mondsonAlthough said this that increased further defi- cuts In the New York State Senate, are necessary. ed to decreased enrollment and tory colleges, in terms of per- would likely be cuts of opportu- District 57 representative Cath- “No one ever accepts the idea retentionmillion deficit due has to been an increased attribut- centages, is about the same as nity. erine Young, a Republican, has that their program should be number of academic dismiss- AU’s cut, the overall state fund- been the University’s main rep- cut,” Edmondson said. “We don’t als, cuts from the state, utility ing cut to Cornell University is opportunity as a cut of funding resentation in Albany. want to understand that every about 15 percent, 1 to 2 percent to Edmondsonvacant positions defined for that a cut bud- of As far as the currently pro- service we provide has a cost Census data also forecasts that less than AU’s. get year. A strategic cut, such as posed cuts released by the to it. We’re coming to the end therecosts andwill financialbe a sharp aid decrease increases. in As it stands now, this wave of the proposed cuts to modern Strategic Planning Council last of sustainability for the current prospective students for AU by cuts would increase Alfred Uni- languages and electrical engi- December and other propos- paradigm for higher education.” 2017. versity’s 2010-2011 $3 million neering programs announced als to increase revenue to help Edmondson said that although More information on New last December, is a permanent he is only required to alert af- York State’s proposed budget ing any data on TAP, Bundy or cut to a program, based on stu- concerned, decisions related to fected faculty members of his cuts for 2010-2011 can be found deficit to $4.7 million, exclud- dent demand. tenuredreduce the faculty $3 million members deficit will is decisions, he intends to send the University anticipated an Edmondson said that this is be made by Feb. 5, with other out a more comprehensive an- ny.us/. estimatedHEOP funding. $500,000 Edmondson cut fromsaid decisions following in the weeks nouncement of his decisions in at http://www.budget.state. the state that already occurred, has faced major cuts from the after. the following weeks. but did not expect this currently state.not the first time the University “The implicit assumption is “None of them are going to proposed cut. that the savings you take would lose their jobs,” Edmondson

“Historically, we’ve been able CSI... led to Buffalo’s west side Mas- trician, Banker’s mark fell to un- and the celebrity trailers. that’s what volunteering is sup- continued from front page sachusetts Avenue, and Novem- skilled. Though volunteers were During makeover week, Bank- posed to be.” ber’s makeover week. obliged to work no more than er and her daughter did not Banker is presently looking thousands of volunteers to prop- Levels of participation were know much about the family or forward to her next chance to erly pull their blue shirts down varied throughout the makeover 24-hour work day, Banker and adjacent community they were make a difference. If her cir- over their heads. week in New York’s City of Good hereight daughter hours on dedicated shifts to most fill the of serving. Upon the show’s broad- cumstance allowed, she said she Months ago, one fortuitous their free moments to the proj- cast last Sunday night, Banker work day Banker was watching ect. right now. WKBW, the Buffalo news net- andNeighbors. no step Jobs was included missed in fixing be- The tasks completed by Bank- to be extremely deserving. wouldAs her be situation volunteering stands, in Alfred Haiti work, when she saw that “Ex- tween.roofs and filling garbage bags, er were as diverse as each mo- wasWhen proud asked to find if she the would recipients rec- Banker explained that as a vol- ment of her week. She worked ommend the experience to an- happy to have her, waiting for would be venturing into Buffalo, moving all things from garbage other, Banker replied enthusias- herUniversity next opportunity and the CSI to office contrib- are Newtreme York. Makeover: Home Edition” to boulders, and was given tasks tically. ute. A number of web searches and thingsunteer one for “Extremedoes is check Makeover: either “Yes, it made me feel like I “skilled”Home Edition” or “unskilled.” one of As the she first is dedication to the job eventually was somebody- it made me feel retary and her daughter were as a cleaner and a gardener. Her filed forms later, the excited sec- neither a plumber nor an elec- led her to both the main house so good” Banker said. “I guess Better than cupcakes: AU’s newest fundraiser By Jessica Marello members from 12 clubs posing the members in the clubs to par- “It is important to make sure it Contributing Writer behind club props. The props forced the participants to be cre- ticipate.” is a positive experience for those were there to censor the nudity ativeHe in explained covering that for the the photo topic One photo did not come out choosing to participate,” Napoli- “College communities are a in the photos in a clean and fun as anticipated, but Gauthier and tano agreed. And while no one venue of free expression and manner. trust in their fellow club mem- Napolitano worked together to was pressured to participate, no ideas,” stated Dean of Students “It wasn’t done in a way that bers.and to Napolitano find confidence and Gauthier and to help the club censor it more ef- one is being forced to look at the Norm Pollard. And what’s more was supposed to be provoca- aimed for the calendar to be as fectively. calendar either. expressive than the Senate’s tive,” Gauthier said. “It is sup- clean as possible, but the idea of “I think calendars, regardless “If the calendar is to continue, newest fundraiser, an implied posed to be funny, and I think being naked in front of friends of topic or theme, have been a I would like to see more in-depth that we attained that.” could still be very awkward. long-standing and successful consideration around issues of Sophomore environmental Dan Napolitano, director of Clubs and members were not way of making money for orga- consent and peer pressure,” Na- nudity calendar? studies major Ana Gauthier got student activities, saw the calen- forced to participate in the cal- nizations,” Pollard commented. politano added. the idea from the University of dar as a positive project. endar. As long as the project was As Pollard said, college is a Vermont’s “Prudent Student” “The implied nudity aspect, “I completely understand why done professionally and without host of free expression; maybe calendar of 2009, which sought while an unusual twist, provided people would be uncomfortable pressuring the participants, Pol- the calendar will make another to raise money for the clubs that clubs several new challenges,” with it,” said Gauthier, “but at the lard did not see an issue with the appearance at Alfred in the year participated. Napolitano stated. same time it was the decision of calendar’s publication. to come. The AU calendar features Haitian earthquake affects AU's downstate students Devastation caused by the Jan. 12 the downstate program are particularly close, said Cerio. “Our thoughts and students and alumni in Alfred Universi- prayers are with all those whose fami- ty’searthquake downstate in Haitiprograms. directly affects some lies, friends, and hometowns have been The University offers master’s degrees affected by the catastrophic earthquake in counseling and literacy at two loca- tions in the metropolitan New York area. since hearing about the quake.” Dr. Jay Cerio, director of the downstate in PresidentHaiti. They Charles have all M.been Edmondson, on our minds in programs in counseling, said that among a statement e-mailed to the campus Jan. the four groups of students enrolled in 15, said the thoughts and prayers of ev- the Master’s in Counseling, approximate- eryone at the University are with those affected by the tragedy. “For some students in our downstate ly Among50 of them the are students originally and from alumni, Haiti heor programs, this is a very personal trag- hasstill learnedhave family one inlost Haiti. her mother and her edy," he wrote. "They have lost family and aunt, another is still trying to locate 15 friends as a result of the earthquake... Ev- family members and two others have not eryone at Alfred is aware of their anguish been able to reach anyone in their fami- and receives every news update from lies for news. The students, alumni and faculty of Haiti with them in mind.” February 1, 2010 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com 9 Humor

Aries: Christmas comes early for you… Scorpio: For reasons known only to which is less exciting than you might expect dead authors and a mythical pair of mice, given your behavior for the past year, which the number 42 will come to have a dreadful Horrorscopes transcends ‘naughty’ and lands squarely in meaning for you… but will it be the number ‘______gone wild’ territory. of stab wounds, the squadcar number or the Taurus: Normal people would be touched payment for ‘services rendered?’ The stars sweater, but then again, normal people’s Sagittarius: Without doubt, a man has to grandmothers aren’t emotionally unstable dodon’t what want a man to spoil has theto do. surprise! Unfortunately for NAZIsby the oncliché the grandmotherrun from international gift of a hand-knit law. you this week, a virus also has to do what a virus has to do… which in this case means Gemini: Although no one can criticize your painful urination, swelling and fever.. commitment, your methods will come under scrutiny after your ‘campaign for population Capricorn: You will discover the amazing About the astrologer: control’ turns into indiscriminate slaughter. potential for amusement contained in a game Chester Lugash (born Chystraslav Lighsh) is a well- called ‘peek-a-boo’ that challenges basically known astrologer whose career has spanned decades. Cancer: Cancer was the Latin word for everything you ever believed about object crab—this fact will come to have eerie permanence. Beginning in Communist-controlled Romania during the 1970s, Chester published a series of horoscopes under Aquarius: To paraphrase the great the heading “Comrade Stalin’s Advice from Beyond the significanceLeo: Most for people you thisaccept week. that you can’t Zargonza; you are a very silly person who Grave.” These short bits of advice, based on the Soviet-style please everyone all the time, but your wears what can only be called a stupid hat. metric calendar, were immensely popular with readers behavior this week will go a long way toward proving that you can annoy everyone pretty Pisces: Pointy boots and hobo bags ARE in Romania and Moldova. After the fall of the Berlin Wall much all the time. very popular this season, but usually along with other articles of clothing. Virgo: all(which else fails,he accurately take a sledgehammer predicted in the or heavyMarch equipment 1989 column: to you should start with the man in the mirror. This Week’s Birthday: This year will your“Na radnty problems”) po russkie: his columns uu mena were stoola circulated guvna” beyondor “When the Whatever that means. The stars have this advice for you: and misery… but then again—did you really Warsaw Pact countries and he achieved great notoriety in Libra: You will discover new depths of Lichtenstein, San Marco and the Vatican City (Pope John shame this week when your roommate be filled with darkness, woe, depression Paul II is said to have excommunicated him for his April discovers what exactly it is that you do with expect anything else? closet. 1998With column his publication advising Taurusin the Fiat to “1: Lux, Find Chester short hopespier. 2: to Begin all those ‘My Little Pony’ figurines in the expandwalking. his 3: readershipDon’t stop for beyond anything.”) postage-stamp countries and, possibly, escape his home town of Skatikogorsk for the warm weather and economic plenty which, he believes, are synonymous with Alfred.

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46 47 28. Pile up 41. Why is it all gone? 30. Forced to be a servant, say 42. Knowledge, for short 48 49 50 36. Grads 43. A mother's secret weapon

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Phi Beta Kappa selects ‘Wit and Wisdom’ winner The Alfred University chapter “blessed with the wit and wis- also receive an honorarium of liberal arts and sciences.” To be The Bergren Forum, spon- of Phi Beta Kappa, the academic dom to deliver an eloquent and $250, be honored with a dinner eligible to have a Phi Beta Kappa sored by the Alfred Univer- honor society, selected Eliza- stirring address to the commu- on campus, and her work will be chapter, Colleges of Liberal Arts beth Wager of Jamestown, NY as nity” were invited to enter either featured in the Fiat Lux. & Sciences must meet the soci- a selection of creative writing or Seniors Steve Burger of Woon- ety’s rigorous academic stan- insity Powell Division Campus of Human Center’s Studies, Nev- Wisdom” competition. a scholarly essay. The creative socket, RI, and Mikenna Pierotti dards and be approved by the insmeets Theatre Thursdays during at each 12:10 academ p.m.,- winnerWager of is its a first-everjunior English “Wit maand- writing category included all of Painted Post, both English membership. There are fewer ic semester at the University. jor who was selected for her pa- majors, were also recognized as than 300 colleges — roughly 15 The event is free of charge and per and collection of original po- percent – nationwide that have open to the public. Participants essaygenres was of fiction, to be a poetry,scholarly creative or ac- Founded in 1776, Phi Beta been granted a Phi Beta Kappa are encouraged to bring a lunch; She is scheduled to present her ademicnonfiction, piece and that playwriting. would appeal The Kappafinalists in is the considered competition. to be chapter. Alfred University was coffee and tea will be available. worketry, “Why at the do March personas 4, 2010 matter?” Ber- to a general audience of adults. among the most prestigious of awarded a chapter in 2003 and gren Forum on campus. In addition to presenting at honor societies, and is dedicated All undergraduate students the Bergren Forum, Wager will “to the ideal of excellence in the April 2004. installed its first members in Alfred University professor to discuss Alfred’s involvement in national movements Dr. Becky B. Prophet, profes- of charge and open to public. M.A. and a Ph.D. from University Bertolt Brecht. sor of theater in the Department Prophet will discuss Alfred’s Also, Prophet will narrate the of Michigan, she acted, directed, The Bergren Forum, sponsored of Performing Arts at Alfred Uni- historical involvement in nation- edways in thein which fight for Alfred women’s has been rights. on and taught in Massachusetts, by the Alfred University Division versity, will present “The Alfred al movements such as abolition, the leading edge of other national Michigan, Wisconsin, and At- - women’s suffrage, and prohibi- and international movements. lanta. Prophet honors and works days during each academic se- Beyond” on Thursday, Feb. 4, dur- tion. She will talk about AU being Prophet has spent nearly three in all styles of theater, but gives ofmester Human at theStudies, University. meets ParticiThurs- Experiment: 1807 to 2010 and decades teaching and working preference to theater that press- pants are encouraged to bring a p.m., at Nevins Theater in Powell in New York State, and how AU in theater. After earning a B.A. in es for social and political change; lunch; coffee and tea will be avail- ingCampus AU’s Center.Bergren This Forum event at is12:10 free thestudents first coeducational had actively participatinstitution- English from Alfred University, a she is an expert in the theatre of able. AU alumna Holly Shulman featured 'Woman of Influence' stitute of Technology, Lausanne, She has more than 20 years of female role models to campus, and president of Ceralink Inc., - Switzerland, where she earned a industrial and research experi- providing opportunities for in- alsoDr. a Holly materials S. Shulman, scientist founder and an egieswomen and in hownon-traditional to leverage fieldsways doctoral degree. ence in a wide range of materials spiration and guidance through alumna of Alfred University, will womenneed confidence-building lead to create women- strat Shulman founded Ceralink including structural oxide and lectures and small-group discus- speak from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, friendly environments. Inc., Troy, in January 2000 as a non-oxide ceramics, electroc- sions. Past speakers have includ- Feb. 3, 2010 in the Knight Club. Shulman earned a bachelor of facility to evaluate and imple- - ed a NYS Supreme Court judge, a Shulman is one of the speakers science degree in ceramic engi- ment commercially viable ma- wide contacts allow her global dean of a medical college, and a for this year’s Women’s Leader- neering from Alfred University. terial technologies. She previ- networkingeramics, and advantages. glass. Her She world has lobbyist from Albany. ship Center’s (WLC) “Women of She continued her education ously worked in the research four patents and two pending. For more information on this at the University of Pittsburgh, The WLC builds on Alfred Uni- presentation, the Women of In- open to the public free of charge. where she received a master of United States, Switzerland, and - - Influence” series. The series is- science degree in material sci- Newand development Zealand where field her in entre the- ly coeducational institution in grams, please contact the WLC ence. She then continued her preneurial spirit led her from versity’s heritage as the first tru- atfluence 607.871.2971. Series, or any WLC pro andHer Resources,” discussion, will “Building explore Conwhy education at Swiss Federal In- research to business. ence program brings powerful fidence in Women: Strategies the nation. The Women of Influ Fosdick Nelson Gallery hosts ‘Spectra,’ an exhibit of faculty work The Fosdick-Nelson Gallery from the University of Connecti- graduated from Bloomsburg in the School of Art and Design cut, Storrs, CT, prior to complet- University, Bloomsburg, PA, with at Alfred University is hosting a integratedart and printmaking. electronic He art earned from Greenarts degree. State He University, received a Bowling master Rensselaera master of Polytechnic fine arts degreeInstitute, in Green,of fine Ohio.arts degree from Bowling ceramics from Alfred University. Survey of Faculty Work from the Troy. Deutsch is featuring “For- Lise Lemeland, assistant pro- ingStephanie a master of McMahon, fine arts degree assistant in Alfreda bachelor University of fine forarts 13 degree years. and Schoolnew exhibition of Art andtitled Design” “Spectra: now A get Time,” a 2009 sound piece in- fessor of drawing, painting and professor of painting, who has his MA in 1981. He has worked at through Wednesday Feb. 24. The cluding wood, stone, a speaker, a photography, who has been at been a faculty member in the NYS - exhibit features works by 18 fac- 9-volt battery, found objects, and College of Ceramics for seven senting“Spectra” “Stratocumulus,” also features: aWayne 2009 ulty members. bees’ wax. years. McMahon, an AU alumna, porcelain;Higby, professor Michelle of ceramics, Illuminato, pre Faculty members displaying Anne Currier, professor of ce- Box”Alfred was University created in for 2009. five Leme years.- - assistant professor of the Foun- ramics, who has been at Alfred landHer “Staying graduated in from the Aerobatic Stanford gree before completing a master dation Program, presenting pho- Peer Bode, professor of video University for 16 years. Currier University, Palo Alto, CA, with a earned a bachelor of fine arts de tos titled “Nemanja’s Day” and art,work presenting in the exhibition “That include: Thinking features “Child’s Play,” a glazed bachelor of arts degree in English the University of Texas-Austin. “Sonja’s Secret Weapon;” Robin Feeling,” 2008-09, a 30-minute ceramic piece from 1999. Currier and French literatures and from Inof fine “Spectra,” arts degree McMahon in painting features at is a graduate of the School of the San Francisco Art Institute with a “Sticky,” an acrylic, watercolor, Magnolia,” a 2009 earthenware player. Bode is co-founder and Art Institute of Chicago where and gouache on paper. piece;Howard Coral of Alfred, Lambert, showing assistant “Red co-directorloop video on of a flat-screen, the Institute media for - Angus Powers, assistant pro- professor of sculpture, offering Electronic Arts at Alfred Univer- degree prior to earning a master bachelor of fine arts degree; she- fessor of glass, exhibits a 2009 a cast-iron piece featuring steel, she earned a bachelor of fine arts- lege,received New a York master City. of fine arts de mirror, and lasers; and Sharon internationally. versity of Washington. greeJoseph in painting Lewis, fromrecently Hunter dean Col of McConnell, director of the Fos- sity.William He exhibits Contino, nationally assistant pro and- of Andreafine arts Gill,degree offering from the a piece Uni the School of Art & Design, fea- memberblown-glass Powers piece graduated titled, “Home from dick-Nelson Gallery, exhibiting a fessor of print media, is in his from her 2008 embroidered vase turing a manipulated silver gela- Alfredin Time.” University A fifth-year with a bachelor faculty digital print titled, “Dust Cloud.” 19th year as a faculty member at series. Gill earned bachelor of tin print from 2008 titled, “Back - in the Day They Paid a lot for that The Fosdick-Nelson Gallery is a print on watercolor paper the Rhode Island School of De- Sucker.” Lewis earned a bachelor inof fineglass arts from degree the Tyler prior School to earn of hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. titledAU. His “First contribution of the Frogs,” to “Spectra” a piece sign,fine artsProvidence, degree RI. graduate She contin from- - Arting a at master Temple of University, fine arts degree Phila- weekdays and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. created in 2008. Contino earned ued her education at Alfred Uni- - delphia. weekends. The Gallery is closed a bachelor of art degree from Al- of arts degree in art from Hamil Angie To, associate professor University holidays. For more fred University then continued arts degree. Gill has been a mem- Marylandton College, Institute, Hamilton, College and a of mas the in the Foundation Program, fea- information contact McConnell his education at the Maryland berversity, of the earning AU faculty a master for 17 of years. fine Arts,ter of Baltimore. fine arts degree from the tures “Untitled, 2008.” The piece at 607.871.2149, or at mccon- College Institute of Art, Balti- Walter McConnell, professor of is made of wood, paint, fabric, [email protected]. more, where he earned a master at AU, is an associate professor art and design, presents a 2010 and feathers. To has been a pro- Brett Hunter, in his ninth year digital print on paper titled “Myo- fessor at AU for eight years. Andrew Deutsch, associate pic Spindle.” McConnell has been Kevin Wixted, associate profes- professorof fine arts of degree. sonic and video, who of sculpture. He presents a steel a professor at AU for 13 years. sor of painting, presents an oil- graduated from AU with a bach- graduatepiece titled of “Home Kalamazoo Topographies College, on-canvas painting titled “Flow- where4: D-E-L-A-W-A-R-E.” he earned a bachelorHunter is ofa degree in ceramics and painting ering Tree, Yucatan 2.” Wixted He earned a bachelor of fine arts elor of fine arts degree in video February 1, 2010 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com 11

The ‘Jet’: bigger and better than ever By Sonya Ellison ternity paddles hanging on the walls. It Staff Writer will be twice the size of the old ‘Jet, with a 125-person capacity. Other improve- Alfred’s favorite restaurant, “The Col- ments over the old location will be a legiate,” is currently being moved from new kitchen, two more entrances, and its original 3 North Main Street address an outdoor dining area. to a new 31 North Main Street location, The new restaurant will be complete previously the home of the Alfred Pizza and open for business as soon as pos- and Sub Shop which closed its doors a sible. Owner John Ninos says that it few years ago. The restaurant, which has been in shouldNinos be hasopen operated well before the Hot ‘Jet Dog since Day. water and smoke damage from the Main 1999,He is planning picking upan Aprilwhere 1 hisgrand father opening. John Alfred for about five decades, suffered Ninos Senior, who owned and operated will be nearly identical to the original, the restaurant since 1950, left off. downStreet tofire the on restaurant’s Oct. 29. The trademark new building fra-

(Right) The Collegiate Restaurant (aka the Jet) will reopen in its new location, the former Alfred Pizza and Sub Shop, on April 1, 2010.

PHOTO BY DAVID LEMMO Western Equestrian team saddles up for double header By Kristin Rubisch with the one following it in Roch- Co-Captain Brittney Biegel, us make it to Nationals once Features Editor seo, SUNY Oswego, Nazareth Col- ester, will determine who will go also a junior, agrees. again." teamslege, Cazenovia in the region: College SUNY and Gene- RIT. "The team puts their hearts The shows are free and will The Western Equestrian team Alfred's Western team is in the "It’s our only home show of the into every competition,” Biegel be held at the Bromeley-Daggett is hosting two shows this Satur- top three of the region, and the toseason, the semi-finals. so we'd love all of the stu- said. “Come up to our only show day, Feb. 6, at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. members emphasize that this dents' support," says junior Nata- this season and share your ex- The event will feature all of the weekend's show, in combination lie Grow. citement and support, and help Equestrian Center on Jericho Hill.

ColtsBy Justin McCombs vs. Saints:ber of weapons a showdown on offense with as they have in not onlyMiami solid receiv- Shockey isn't just responsible for hit, big-play free safety will need Sports Editor some of the best receivers in the ers, but also big time play-makers catching passes and blocking, but to keep Manning in check in the game, including Austin Collie and he is also good at getting into the secondary. Sharper is the veteran Super Bowl XLIV brings out Pierre Garcon. Garcon is actually Reggie Bush always has the po- for the Saints' defense and leads two of the best quarterbacks that a former standout at Norwich intential the to backfield. come up Runningwith explosive back known to be a little mouthy and not just with his words, but also the NFL has to offer. Peyton Man- University and Mount Union, gains. Bush isn't just a factor run- defense'sdoesn't ever head. back He'sdown. also been ning, the leader of the Indianapo- both Division 3 schools. Man- ning the ball, but can line up in The Colts have one of the best very hard, often producing bone lis Colts potent offense, looks to ning also has another huge tar- the slot as a receiver, and also is defensive ends in the game in withcrushing his tackles. hits. He will fill gaps win his second Super Bowl in just very dangerous returning punts. Dwight Freeney. Freeney has a Both teams are evenly matched 4 years. Drew Brees is looking to needs to come up big for the Colts Pierre Thomas is another threat great combination of speed and with high scoring offenses. My get:as he tight is often end overlookedDallas Clark. as Clark pos- strength, and he will either bull pick goes to the Colts with a score Orleans Saints into the Super sibly the biggest receiving threat Thomas stepped up his game big rush offensive linemen into the of 34-24. get his first as he carries the New the Colts have. thetime Saints near thehave end in theirof the backfield. season. history. The Saints offense, led by Drew Brees has a reliable teammate the outside with his speed. BowlThe forColts the give first Manning time in a num- team Brees, is a little bit more balanced in tight end Jeremy Shockey. backfieldDarren Sharper, or beat the them Saints’ around big- Club Hockey holds alumni game The alumni had a great time vals and played a good game. body hit and all around good ards, from Alfred State, in the had their alumni game this past reuniting with college friends The game had highlights in- playing by both teams. weekend,The Alfred Jan. Club 30, Hockey along with team a and teammates. The current cluding freshman Kris Carlson from Alfred University, with two game versus Oneonta at their team faced a though and exciting from Alfred State breaking the was 3-7 Oneonta. The goal scor- quickfirst periodgoals in and the third. Mike Murphy, home rink. game against one of its bitter ri- rink's glass with and amazing ersThe for final Alfred score were of Tyler the gameRich-

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Questions? Contact Mark McFadden • [email protected] • 607.871.2164 • alfred.edu/cdc 12 Fiat Lux l www.TheFiatLux.com February 1, 2010 Sports Equest Fest a huge success By Justin McCombs Center in Alfred where the event and it was a blast. The great up close and personal in their food. There was steak, chicken, Sports Editor thing about the mechanical bull stables. It’s a wonder how big cornbread chili, baked beans, old western times. I could hear at Equest Fest was that it was they actually are when you wit- salad and more. Barbecue, horses, mechanical thewas music held, I playing, felt a flashback and through into controlled by a professional who ness them from just feet away. Equest Fest was a huge suc- the windows I could see a group - This was a great aspect of the cess and a great way to draw at- That’s right. Equest Fest 2010 of people showing off their best culty of the bulls bucking action, event because people could ac- tention to the equestrian team, bulls and line dancing–in Alfred? was put on by the AU Equestrian line dancing moves. whichcould change even made the speed it possible and diffi for tually see what the Equestrian which will be hosting a show team in conjunction with the I’d never seen a mechani- children to ride. team rides. this Saturday. cal bull before Equest Fest, let Equest Fest gave those in at- As I walked into the Equestrian alone ridden one. I tried it out tendance a chance to see horses did an excellent job with the Powell Dining Hall staff. The Powell Dining Hall staff

PHOTOS BY DAVID LEMMO (Left) Students dance the Macarena at the Equestrian Center during Equest Fest on Friday, Jan. 29. (Right) Amelia Keyes attempts to stay astride the mechanical bull. Geneseo beats the AU swimming and diving teams By Justin McCombs Geneseo women's team defeated taking the 1-meter and 3-me- Sarah Blair (Auburn, NY/Au- Sports Editor AU, 159-110. who took the win in the 100 yard burn) was the only winner as she For the AU men, seniors An- (476.05) broke the Geneseo breaststroke.(Rye, NH/Berwick Academy), took the 50-yard freestyle. Blair The Geneseo Blue Knights beat drew Brisson (Grenwich, CT/ poolters. His record score and on also the 1-meterallowed In relay action, sophomore An- also placed third in the 100-yard both the Saxon men’s and wom- Greenwich) and Kameron him to meet NCAA qualifying freestyle. Sophomore Donna en’s swimming and diving teams Chambliss (Alfred Station, NY/ standards. University), junior Dan Steere on Jan. 23 in Geneseo. Geneseo Alfred-Almond) were each win- Other winners for the men’s drew Moragne (Cleveland, OH/ placed second in the 100-yard beat the AU men, 166-125. This ners of two events. Brisson won team included junior Tyler Olsen Olsen and Brisson placed second breastroke.Hoops (Geneseo, The AU NY/Geneseo) women are the 100-yard backstroke and the (Saratoga Springs, NY/Saratoga) in(Hornell, the 200-yard NY/Alfred-Almond), freestyle relay now at 2-6, 1-2 Empire 8 on the meet loss of the season and puts 100-yard freestyle and Cham- in the 200-yard freestyle and season. was the Saxon men’s first dual- Alfred at 6-1, 3-0 Empire 8. The bliss won both diving events, also sophomore Warren Dolben On the women’s side, junior with a time of 1:28.13. Saxons basketball teams have ups and downs By Winston Geller even better their #4 ranking Utica, and although we haven’t ing halfway through the season, Contributing Writer on the coaches poll this year. In been pulling out too many victo- conference victory. This crucial stated, “Our team has had some ries as of late, we have faith and winweeks came prior against to the the men’s Elmira first ups and downs this year, but While most AU students were Saxons faced St. John Fisher. feel we are close to turning the Bulldogs on Jan. 12 in Elmira. our constant support from our enjoying a long-anticipated holi- Althoughtheir first they game fought off break, hard, the corner and stringing some wins Similar to the men’s team, the coaches and team unity has got- day break, the Alfred men’s and Saxons were not able to pick together.” This upcoming week women’s squad has not fared ten us through and things look women’s basketball teams were up a victory, falling 73-40 at the the team faces off against Penn too well as of late, winning only to be getting brighter down the back on the grind, arriving in McLane center. This game set off State Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday, two of their last seven games. road." The Lady Saxons also face Alfred Dec. 26, with few days to a string of 5 losses snapped by a Feb. 2, and Ithaca on Friday, Feb. Their most recent triumph came off against Fisher at home. The spare before their vigorous con- nail biting road victory on Sun- 5. Although the team has an up against RIT last Thursday, pull- team is up against tough com- ference schedules began. With day Jan. 24 in Utica, NY -- record- hill battle to climb the rest of ing out a close one which came petition in the coming weeks, few conference games under down to the game-winning shot but with senior leadership and their belts, the two programs this year for the Alfred Saxons. conference win and tight knit by newly recruited junior guard team spirit they can come out geared up to prove themselves ingThe the men's first conference team’s most victory re- teamthe season, morale, fueled it is not by too their late first to Courtney Lincoln in the clos- and show the vast improvement in the coming weeks, working cent action was a home game turn the season around and re- ing 20 seconds of the contest. A and talent that they possess and hard to burn off any rust they against RIT last Thursday. They gain their position as one the top contributing factor to the recent prove their rightful place as one might have picked up over the teams in the Empire 8 programs. losses could be the unfortunate of the elite programs the Empire short holiday stint. The women's basketball team occurrence of senior center Au- 8 division has to offer. The Alfred men’s basketball scorefell subject to 13 topoints an 18-point 58-43. Sopho deficit- also was unable to pull out a vic- tumn McLain falling to a season- team, coming off a conference out of the gate, cutting the final tory in their conference home ending injury, a torn ACL. loss to Stevens in the Empire 8 “The team seems to be headed opener, losing to visiting Stevens Sophomore guard Chris- opener, were compelled to prove inmore the guard right Griffindirection, Taylor securing said, Dec. 5. The team received their tina Jordan, when asked how worthy contenders and perhaps she felt the team was far- Alfred Saxour first conferenceon winScorebo against first conferenceard win almost two Team Last Opponent Result Record Next Opponent Men's Swimming and Diving Ithaca L, 113‐130 6‐ 2 ‐ 0 Hartwick Women's Swimming and Diving Ithaca L, 113‐ 130 6 ‐ 2‐ 0 Hartwick Men's Basketball Hartwick W, 69‐67 8‐10‐0 Penn State‐Wilkes Barre Women's Basketball Hartwick L, 44‐46 9‐10‐0 Ithaca Ski Team Bristol Mountain 2nd of 9 Greek Peak