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Northside welcomes "Coraline" is a Al Raby High School chilling masterpiece students eat Model United Nations Conference

Attempt at international roles by Faique Moqeet and debated on issues

Students from the

B pertaining to refugee Model United Nations status, international space (MUN) colloquium at- law, the World Bank, tended the twenty-first crime prevention, the annual Model United Na- Security Council, the tions University of Chicago International Court of (MUNUC) conference at Justice and some others. the Palmer House Hilton Students followed the from Thursday February 5 same schedule on each through February 8. About day of the conference, 30 students attended the with students going to conference and were chap- four-hour debates twice a

The eroned by four Northside day with lunch and din- teachers: Ms. Anna Park, ner breaks in between. oof social science department; “Four days truly

Ms. Veronica Hetler, social wasn’t enough time,” Ben science department; Ms. Winick, Adv. 208, said.

Vol. 10 No.7 Northside College Preparatory High School March 2009 Vol. Elizabath Tomasiewicz, “The time I spent debat- math department; and Ms. ing and writing resolu- Carolyn Rownd, former so- tions was a blast, and I cial science department and would have been happy currently Assistant Princi- to stay on even longer.” pal at Jones College Prep. Winick won an H MUN is a first semester honorable mention for colloquium and is cur- his active participation in Northside students delegating at the annual University of Chicago’s Model United rently in its fourth year at the Legal Committee, on Nations Conference. Photo courtesy of Ms. Veronica Hetler, social science department Northside. Northside’s which he represented Bar- MUN students attend the bados. The second topic around the world. They other Press Corps reporters Overall, attending stu- MUNUC conference yearly. discussed in his committee were assigned to different were awakened at 2 a.m. dents were satisfied with the The conference is organized was international space law. committees each session for a midnight crisis in the outcome of the event. The by the staff and students of “Well, Ben did a great and had thirty minutes to Security Council. students had an opportunity the University of Chicago. job,” Petrina LaFaire, Adv gather information on the “Waking up after only to debate and “hone their The event began with 106, said, “especially con- committee and the current a few hours of sleep was skill”, the objective of the a keynote address by two sidering he was on his own debate. Within four hours, difficult, but that’s what real conference according to the speakers on the topic of and it was his first trip. It a four page publication was reporting is like,” Lalani MUNUC official website. foreign policy. The speakers was really impressive.” printed and circulated to all said. “It also feels great to “I really liked the addressed the importance Zahra Lalani, Adv. the delegates. have finally won an award.” conference. I got to meet of building bridges with 905, also won an honorable “It was Zahra’s first Many students also a bunch of new people, other communities and be- mention for her work with time on Press Corps, and viewed the event as a fun some of whom I still keep ing informed on the views the Press Corps. Lalani she really put a lot of work experience. in contact with,” Kather- of different nations. was not a newcomer to the into it,” LaFaire said. “She “I went around ine Ceisel, Adv. 909, said. Following the speeches, conference, having attended would tell me how stressful downtown in the free time “Since people were coming students headed to their MUNUC in each of her it was but how much she between the sessions,” from all over, they had dif- committees to represent years at Northside. appreciated it.” Robin Xu, Adv. 104, said. ferent opinions on what to their delegations on global The delegates in the During the last nights “It was so fun. I got to shop do with the different topics, issues. Northside represent- Press Corps represented the delegates were at the and spend time with my so debating against them ed Barbados and Zimbabwe 15 publications from conference, Lalani and friends.” was a lot of fun.” News pages 1-4 •Artwork vandalized in hallways • Students honored at Northside hosts open political forum Tribute WTC Visitor Center News Global Connections page 5 Candidates for 5th Congressional District election • Sen. Roland Burris under cago, reaching from Lake Michigan March 3 and the general election from a range of districts. Jennifer investigation for pergury by Vasiliki Mitrakos Candidates running in the spe- to the western suburbs. Candidates will take place on April 2. Friedmann, Adv. 904, worked as a Diversions page 6 cial election for the 5th Congressio- representing the Green, Republi- Sponsored by North River student correspondent for the NRC • Jefferson Park revealed nal District seat gathered in North- can, and Democratic Parties are Commission (NRC), the League of and gathered student volunteers for side’s auditorium, on February 18, currently competing for the vacated Women Voters (LWV) and 10 other the event. Features page 7 for a public forum to discuss local seat of former congressman Rahm local institutions, the open forum “It’s important to have a forum • Slam is the name of the and national issues presented by Emanuel after his appointment as welcomed 19 of the 25 candidates where people can meet the leaders game community members. The district the White House Chief of Staff. to express their platforms and face-to-face and talk about issues Centerfold pages 8-9 represents the north side of Chi- The primary election took place on reach out to community members that concern them,” Friedmann said. “It’s far more comprehen- • Spring brings fashion to Northside sive.” NRC and LWV organized the Arts & Entertainment pages 10-11 event and prepared the candi- • Hoobastank doesn’t stank dates in terms of the community’s • Zack is back priorities and concerns prior to the Editorials pages 12-13 forum. “I think [the forum] is wonder- • Melange:Keep U.S weapons ful,” Melissa McDaniel, Executive out of foreign hands Director of NRC, said, “and it’s • Editorial: The Hoof Beat a part of what our organization speaks out against prior review stands for. It’s a great opportunity to bring people together and allow Sports pages 15-16 people to make informed deci- • Men’s lacrosse sets new sions.” standards Candidates delivered three- • Men’s track team comes in minute speeches in response to second questions posed by the community prior to the event. A meet-and-greet followed the speeches in the school cafeteria, where candidates ad- dressed the audience on a personal level. Although the speeches ran for an hour, some students felt that the time did not allow for sufficient representation of each candidate’s platform. “It was a shame they only got three minutes each, but hopefully the fair afterwards was helpful for people making their decision,” Ur- sula Moreno-Vanderlaan, Adv. 902, Student volunteers help register community members during the 5th Congressional District election said. “The only things you forum which took place in the Northside auditorium. Photo by Vasiliki Mitrakos Continued on page 3... Page  News The Hoof Beat Ms. Ellinger and students honored Northside College at the Tribute WTC Visitor Center Prep High School by Olutoye Adegboro U.S. History (HUSH) class. an illustrated book, or a film ally inspired me.” Ms. Jaime Ellinger, social Rodriguez, and Villegas were that shows their understand- Mr. Iepli was a fireman science department, and three accompanied to New York ing of the significance of the during the attacks of Septem- of her students, Luis Gaytan, in November of 2008 by Ms. topic covered, as well as the ber 11 and aided in the rescue 5501 N. Kedzie Adv. 109, Noemi Rodriguez, Maria Caacbay, parent of recorded oral history. effort that followed. Mr. Ielpi Chicago, IL 60625 Adv. 107, and Jorge Villegas, Northside student Noemi Ro- “History isn’t just some- lost his son in the attacks and Adv. 106, were recipients driguez, to interview Mr. Iepli thing you can learn about by co-founded the Tribute Center Tel: (773) 534-3954 of the Tribute World Trade for a portion of their LHP at reading a book or watching a to honor victims of Septem- Center (WTC) Visitor Center the Tribute Center. movie,” Ms. Veronica Hetler, ber 11 and help people under- Fax: (773) 534-3964 Annual Teacher Award and “We found out that be- social science department, stand the circumstances that were recognized on February cause of what they [Gaytan, said. “If you talk to your ensued on that day (www.pbs. Principal: Mr. Barry Rodgers 26 at the Tribute WTC Visitor Rodriguez, and Villegas] [did] neighbors, friends, and fam- org). Center (Tribute Center) in at the Tribute Center, they ily members, [you will find] After the ceremony, Ms. Assistant Principal: New York City. Ms. Ellinger, won this prestigious award,” everyone has experiences that Ellinger, Gaytan, Rodri- Gaytan, Rodriguez, and Vil- Ms. Ellinger said. are worthy of record.” guez, and Villegas received a Dr. Margaret Murphy legas were honored for their The LHP is a year- Ms. Ellinger, and the personalized tour of the area Advisor: Mr. Chester Tylinski work regarding the efforts of long project assigned at the three student recipients were near the construction site Mr. Lee Ielpi, a retired New beginning of the school year notified of their recognition around Ground Zero. York firefighter who partici- for students in HUSH. The through mail and traveled to “We didn’t actually pated in the rescue efforts in project began in 2003 in as- New York on February 25 set foot on Ground Zero,” Editors-In-Chief: Zlatana Alibegov- the wake of that national trag- sociation with the Veteran’s to attend the awards cer- Villegas said, “but it was in ic, Vasiliki Mitrakos edy on September 11, 2001. History Project headed by emony held the next day. The buildings at a[n] [elevated] The Tribute Center the Library of Congress. ceremony also honored three distance [from Ground Zero] Managing Editor: Andrea Ljevar awards the Tribute WTC Visi- The LHP requires students other schools from New York so we could see what was tor Center Annual Teacher in HUSH to capture the oral and Maryland who received going on.” Third drafts Editor: Alice Henry Award to four teachers and histories of war veterans, the Tribute WTC Visitor Ms. Caacbay, Ms. El- Web Editor: Molly McAndrew, schools that bring awareness but has recently expanded Center Annual Teacher linger, Gaytan, Rodriguez, of the events of September so that students can choose Award that captured oral and Villegas arrived back in Riaz Shaikh 11 to their classrooms (www. to record the oral history of histories from people affected Chicago on the evening of tributewtc.org). Gaytan, an immigrant or someone by September 11 as well February 26. Gaytan, Rodri- News Editor: Zahra Lalani Rodriguez, and Villegas who partook in an historic and examined the impact of guez, and Villegas enjoyed chose to honor Mr. Ielpi by event. Students completing September 11 through visits working on the project and Global Connections Editor: Olu- making him the subject of their LHP must research their to the site of the World Trade hope those who get to view toye Adegboro their Living History Project event, conduct a 60-minute in- Center and other nations. it will learn more about (LHP) as a part of the Honors terview, and create a website, Each school received a $500 September 11 and the impact Features Editor: Andrea Ljevar donation from September 11 it has had. Families’ Association, along “[September 11] really Centerfold Editor: Evan Rogers with a press release of the changed the world,” Rodri- Diversions Editor: Sonya Dekhtyar recipients’ names and the guez said. details of their project pub- The project created by Editorial Editor: Yonas Zewdie lished on the Tribute Center’s Gaytan, Noemi Rodriguez, website (www.tributewtc.org). and Villegas will be shown to Arts and Entertainment Editor: While visiting New York, Ms. their fellow classmates in May Matt Glodz Caacbay, Ms. Ellinger, Gay- and will be kept among a col- tan, Rodriguez, and Villegas lection of oral histories from Sports Editor: Caitlin Swieca had the opportunity to visit past years. the Metropolitan Museum “The most effective way Editorial Cartoonist: Gigi Lee of Art and Times Square in to understand history is to Photo Editors: Alejandro Vadivieso, Manhattan. Mr. Ielpi, who hear someone’s story….” Ms. is the vice president of the Ellinger said. “This project Adriana Garties September 11 Families’ Asso- honors that philosophy. If ciation and is the co-founder we can examine somebody’s Photographer: Kevin Lee of the Tribute Center, gave a story…and then apply that to Art Editor: Andriana Mitrakos speech regarding his experi- the larger scope of the event, ences surrounding September we can gain the best possible 11 (www.911families.org). understanding for that event. “I had never met [some- [History is] not just names Reporters: Olutoye Adegboro, one] like Mr. Iepli,” Villegas and dates, history is about Jorge Villegas, Adv. 106, Ms. Ellinger, Noemi Rodriguez, Pooja Agarwal, Lyanne Alfaro, Adv. 107, and Luis Gaytan, Adv. 109, receiving the Tribute said. “... Seeing his motiva- people, people’s stories, and WTC Visitor Center Annual Teacher Award. tion to keep spreading his how people change over Subhan Ali, Zlatana Alibegovic, Photo courtesy of Ms. Maria Caacbay story to motivate people…re- time.” Derika Benton, Tessa Biskup, Sarah Capungan, Zobia Chunara, Anna The writing center reaches beyond Cieslik, Krystn Collins, Sonya Northside students Dekhtyar, Olympia Eldorrado, by Andriana Mitrakos school students and listen to different and meet others and share ideas. I think Melissa Espana, Adriana Garties, Northside welcomed student repre- perspectives. both schools have benefited from this sentatives from Al Raby High School, on “It’s pretty interesting working with partnership in those aspects,” Yujia Hu, Matt Glodz, Dan Graham, Sarish February 20, to collaborate with North- people from different backgrounds with Adv. 013, said. side students on a project corresponding different views,” Natalia Alvarez, Adv. The collaboration will continue Hassan, Alice Henry, Zosia Holden, with the writing center program in both 901, said. “The discussions are more well- through mid March and both schools Adriana Inojosa, Carolyn Jeon, schools. College Reading and Writing rounded.” have scheduled additional meetings Across Disciplines, block 8 class, estab- Northside students find interesting before the paper is finished. Students have Tyler Johnson, Melissa Jordan, lished the partnership this October and differences, along with relatable similari- demonstrated enthusiasm for the program is working on creating a group synthesis ties, between the students at Al Raby and while working with other students thus Jeffery Joseph, Sarah Jose, Bushra paper. Al Raby was chosen as a corre- their own classmates. far. Kabir, Sony Kassam, Claire spondent for the project because of their “Since we are from two different lo- “It’s interesting to get new ideas that writing center program. Students from Al cations, it is really interesting to see how are not just from Northsiders,” Daphne Kilpatrick, Zahra Lalani, Adira Raby’s AP literature class are required to there are similarities and differences,” Erpelo, Adv. 901, said. “They are all just participate in the project as are Northsid- Katrina Capapas, Adv. 905, and Kris- as excited about working with us as we Levine, Andrea Ljevar, Molly ers from Mrs. Karen Dana’s block 8 class. tine Ciruelas, Adv. 904, said, “and the are with them.” McAndrew, Andriana Mitrakos, “I think that it’s an amazing expe- students we have worked rience for the students and everyone with so far are seniors, Vasiliki Mitrakos, Faique Moqeet, benefits from this,” Mrs. Karen Dana, so they are going English department, said. through the same college Dylan Nugent, Alessandra Powers, Northside and Al Raby have met four application process as Evan Rogers, Sarah Schoonhoven, times in person and have collaborated us and it’s interesting to on their papers through Google groups hear about their experi- Riaz Shaikh, Diana Slaba, Timothy and online chat between school visits. ences with it and their This process allows the students to keep views college and life.” Suh, Caitlin Swieca, Neda Tolooi, in touch and communicate their ideas The partnership as a Alejandro Valdivieso, Yonas Zewdie. within each group while working on the whole has influenced the assignment. lives of students outside “It is like one classroom among two the classroom. Students The Hoof Beat is a monthly publication different CPS (Chicago public schools) find the opportunity to schools,” Mrs. Dana said. participate in the part- produced by the Northside Prep Journal- During their visit, the students were nership between the two ism Class. As a student-run newspaper, your assigned to different groups and each high schools rewarding group member was assigned a specific and memorable. opinions are important to us. If you have any task. The synthesis paper is focused on “This collaboration comments, corrections, critiques, or questions, analyzing gender roles throughout centu- has allowed us to expand please e-mail Mr. Chester Tylinski at cty- ries, dating as far back as the 16th century. beyond the typical class- Northside and Raby students working on their Participating Northsiders enjoy the room experience and synthesis paper. [email protected] or the editors in chief at opportunity to work with other high actually communicate Photo courtesy of Ms. Karen Dana, English department [email protected]. March 2009 News Page 3 Ten National Merit Finalists Northside gets national recognition by Subhan Ali that take the exam, 50,000 of the Some of the finalists also state figure at select universities. were recognized as Finalists of the One up from last year, North- highest scorers attain recognition felt that there was not a specific “Many scholarships became National Achievement Scholarship side is now home to ten National in the National Merit Scholarship manner in which they could have available to me that I otherwise Program: Adaora Achufusi, Adv. Merit Finalists: Carmen Abelson, program. About one-third of these prepared for the PSAT/NMQT. would not have been able to re- 902, Amina Jambo, Adv. 902, and Adv. 900, Doug Bright, Adv. high scorers become Semifinalists, “It’s odd to have test prepara- ceive,” Zotti said. Sika Yeboah-Sampong, Adv. 900. 908, Alexandra Farkas, Adv. and the process ends with approxi- tion for,” Bright said. Other students shared similar The goal of this program is to iden- 904, Jennifer Friedmann, Adv. mately 15,000 Finalists. To become Many of the recognized stu- opinions on the possible benefits tify outstanding African-American 904, Jonathan Kittaka, Adv. 908, a Finalist, the student must have dents also feel that this recognition of the National Merit Scholarship high school students. The selection Ewelina Przybyszewski, Adv. a strong academic record as well is not necessarily symbolic of their of $2,500, as well as other Special process is identical to that of the 904, Spencer Rosenfeld, Adv. 909, as have completed the appropri- intelligence as students. Scholarships. Special Scholarships National Merit Scholarship. Simon Vecchioni, Adv. 905, Gerald ate application, including an essay “I am good at taking standard- are awarded to about 1,500 stu- Overall, thirteen students at Wang, Adv. 901, and Ani Zotti, (http://www.nationalmerit.org). ized tests,” Zotti said, “but defi- dents annually by corporations and Northside have been accredited as Adv. 902. In order to receive this Many of the announced final- nitely no smarter or more qualified business organizations. The criteria having been outstanding students recognition these students had to ists admitted that they did not than anyone else.” for these scholarships are similar with grand academic records along- take the Preliminary SAT/National specifically prepare for the exam. Several colleges give special and involve an application to a side above average test-taking skills. Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test “I did nothing whatsoever to consideration to National Merit particular sponsor organization. “What’s most significant to (PSAT/NMSQT). At Northside, prepare for the PSAT,” Zotti said. Finalists. Being a mere Semifinal- “The most practical reason for me is that I’m linked through this this exam is administered near the “I didn’t know that the test even ist qualifies students to be granted me to be happy is that I am one honor to some great people,” Bright beginning of a student’s junior counted for anything until much admission into honors colleges and step closer to being a bit less broke said, “people who I’m proud to year. later. I was just glad not to be tak- further reduces what would have after college,” Bright said. know and call friends, brilliant on Out of the 1.5 million students ing the Work Keys.” been out-of-state tuition to an in- Three other Northside students paper and in the real world.” Hands off Student artwork destroyed by Olympia Eldorrado in other ways that cannot be repaired. Over the years, Northside has developed “It’s frustrating because I want my art to not only its academic reputation but also de- be respected; and when people step on it, it’s veloped its Fine Arts Department. Currently, like they don’t have respect for the piece,” students’ artwork is on display in nearly Emma Malueg, Adv. 203, said. “My piece is every nook and cranny of the school. Every on the ground so people don’t see it and step hallway has at least one piece of art hanging all over it.” on the wall, suspended from the ceiling, or Malueg, a student in Art Cubed, was pasted on the floor. All students in advanced assigned to create the piece for a 20-hour art classes are assigned to 20 hour projects, in project. Her piece was an outline of a fallen which they must spend at least 20 hours cre- figure filled in with flowers. The piece has ating a single piece or a collection of pieces. had parts moved away from it, and it has The students that display their work have been stomped on by students. the intentions of sharing it with their peers. “I would feel like someone didn’t care However, in the act of displaying their work, about my work,” Maddie Minogue, Adv. their art is sometimes destroyed. Artwork has 209, said. “It’s almost as bad as vandalizing always been vandalized, but lately, students a building.” and staff have noted the vandalism that has Students invest several hours into creat- occurred to the art. ing their artwork. The art students often “I do feel that Northsiders are often plan to include their pieces in their portfolios disrespectful toward the artwork without nec- which they apply to art schools with. If their essarily intending to be,” Ms. Joanne Minyo, pieces have been vandalized, they cannot Fine Arts Chairperson, said, “and that this include them in their portfolios. leads to damage and destruction. Students “The display area is a gallery space and fool around near the artwork, especially in should be treated as such, but a great number the display area, and pieces get knocked over of our students don’t view it that way,” Ms. and break.” Minyo said. “Unless there is signage inviting There have been various reports of ac- you to touch, play, or interact with artwork cidental destruction to artwork. According to on display, you are not entitled to do so.” Ms. Minyo, some pieces have been purposely Ms. Minyo has been alerting the staff vandalized. A portrait of one student’s moth- and student body as to what has been hap- er was found to have the eyes colored in with pening with the art and keeping students red ink. There has also been trash and food aware of their surroundings and how much left in the display areas. Ceramic pieces have work is invested in the art. received the most damage, mostly because “I am trying to educate the student body of their fragile nature. One student took about how to be respectful toward the art on responsibility when he accidentally destroyed display throughout the school,” Ms. Minyo a piece. Other students, however, have ac- said. “The students in the art classes have cidentally destroyed pieces but have run off been asked to act as ambassadors, helping afterwards, attempting to avoid getting in to spread the culture of how to treat the trouble. Artwork has been stepped on, drawn artwork with respect.” Artwork in the first floor display areas suffers from student vandalism. on, relocated, scattered about and destroyed Photo by Adriana Garties Congressional forum discusses local and national issues Continued from page 1... could see in their speeches that differenti- Republican David Anderson, among others, ated between them were their party affiliation expressed the need to restructure the U.S. and rhetoric.” economy. Candidates addressed issues pertaining to “The first thing we have to do to restore job creation, universal health care, economic jobs and strengthen our economy is to revise stimulus, and green energy. our trade policy so that manufacturers here “The people of the Fifth District are can compete on a level playing field with demanding health security,” Dr. Carlos Mon- manufacturers overseas,” Anderson said. teagudo, Democratic Party candidate, said. “I Democratic Party candidate Paul Bryar have witnessed the firsthand needs to change summarized the general focus of the speeches in the lives of everyday people that are denied during the forum. their fundamental human rights to quality “We are in a crisis right now,” Bryar said, and affordable health care.” “a crisis of the economy, a crisis of health Green Party representative Mathew care, and a crisis of energy. It’s a time of solv- Reichel reiterated the common concern for ing problems, not politics.” quality healthcare programs in the U.S., al- Although the speeches did not allow for a luding to the currently disorganized system. large level of differentiation among candi- “I want to address the greed that causes dates, the audience enjoyed the opportunity the United States to be the only industrialized to hear the speeches and to speak with the nation on earth without a system of universal candidates. single payer health care,” Reichel said. “The “I thought the idea was great and pretty current system leaves 100 million Americans successful,” Matt Brennan, Adv. 018, said. un- or underinsured because it is nothing but “I just wish there were more politically Democratic candidate Sara Feigenholtz speaks about the issues of concern to the a racket for major insurance companies.” active voters who would come to hear the constituents in the 5th Congressional District. In light of the current economic crisis, speeches.” Photo by Vasiliki Mitrakos Page  Global NewsConnections The Hoof Beat Talent Night Fever News: Global Northside’s Annual Talent Show Connections by Melissa L. España Co., consiting entirely of Northside swimmers, re- On Friday, February 27, Northside’s Key Club ceived second place for their Sandstorm performance. and Polish Club hosted the annual Talent Show. The First place was awarded to the Northside Acafel- Secretary of State Hillary proceeds from the night went to the Spastic Paralysis las. The Acafellas consisted of returning talent-show and The Gift from the Heart Foundation. winner, Benj-Sullivan Knoff, Adv.108 and his fellow Clinton travels to east Students auditioned for the performance a week Acafellas: Roldan Alegre, Adv. 108, Neil Miran, Adv. prior to the show. Most of the acts incorporated sing- 107, Magellon Yadao, Adv. 106, and Noel Lopez, ing and dancing. Many of the performances were put Adv. 110. Asia on first major trip as together by Northside’s dance teams such as Sabor The show was made possible with the efforts of Latino, who performed their routine “Shine,” and over 50 performers and 15 acts. While not everyone Secretary Hypnotik, who performed “A Deal with the Devil.” could place, there seemed to be very little hostility. Rafael Confino, Adv. 906, emceed the show. “I think that the winners definitely deserved their by Krystn Collins 40 percent of the world’s pollution The clap-o-meter and a panel of judges selected place,” Natalia Corredor, member of Sabor Latino, On February 22, Secretary of according to CNN. the winners of the Talent Show. First, second, and Adv. 106, said. “They were great; [especially] Geo State Hillary Clinton returned from Secretary Clinton visited a third place winners received 75, 50, and 25 dollars Gomez.” a trip to China, Japan, South Ko- clean energy thermal power plant respectively. All the teams practiced regularly to perfect their rea, and Indonesia meant to foster in Beijing featuring equipment At the end of the night, third place was tied routines better relations between the United made by U.S. manufacturer Gen- between Geovanni Gomez, Adv. 105, who performed “I feel we did well,” Corredor said, “[though], we States and east Asian nations. eral Electric. The plant produces his act “Meeting Face to Facebook” and Hypnotik. had to squeeze in practice the last week since it wasn’t Secretary Clinton traveled to half the emissions of a typical coal For his performance, Gomez recited a poem, which long after dance showcase. We did what we could, east Asia to discuss issues faced by plant, but manages to provide heat received a great deal of applause and cheers from and we did it well.” the international community, such for the U.S. embassy in Beijing and the audience. Hypnotik took the stage in their color At the end of the show, the members of Key Club as nuclear weaponry and global a million other homes in the city. coordinated outfits and in sync dance moves. Some and Polish Club, walked onto the stage to thank their warming. In China, Secretary “That’s really cool of her,” audience members thought that Hypnotik should have sponsors, Ms. Elizabeth Runkel,math department, Clinton negotiated with several Lauren Casapao, Adv. 104, said. placed higher than third. and Ms. Jaime Ellinger, social science department. government leaders about human “[It’s cool] that she’d go all the way “They did really well,” Ricky Martinez, Adv. 017, The club also recognized Tyler Johnson, Adv. 907, for rights, though the current global to Asia just to talk to people and said. “I really think they deserved first place. They his accomplishments and contributions to the club. economic crisis was the foremost help out a little.” worked so hard for it.” Key Club hopes to continue hosting the annual topic of conversation. Secretary Clinton visited a The Notorious Narwals Swimming and Dance Talent Show for years to come. “Successive administrations neighborhood in Jakarta, Indo- and Chinese governments have nesia, in which 40 percent of the been poised back and forth on residents are below poverty level. these issues, and we have to contin- Secretary Clinton highlighted ue to press them,” Secretary Clin- community projects sponsored ton said in Seoul, South Korea, to by the U.S. Agency for Interna- reporters as stated by CNN, “but tional Development, in addition our pressing on those issues can't to answering questions concerning interfere with the global economic climate change while appearing on crisis, the global climate change a popular youth television show crisis, and the security crisis.” called ‘Dahsyat.’ Chinese Foreign Minister Yang According to the Embassy of Jiechi shared Secretary Clinton’s the United States of America, one interest in continuing discussions of Secretary Clinton’s major goals about human rights between the for her term as Secretary of State is United States and other nations. diplomacy. “Although differences exist,” “There are three legs to the Foreign Minister Yang said in a stool of American foreign policy: meeting with Secretary Clinton ac- defense, diplomacy, and develop- cording to CNN, “China is willing ment,” Secretary Clinton said, giv- to conduct the dialogues with the ing welcome remarks to employees. U.S. to push forward the human “And we are responsible for two of rights situation on the premise of the three legs.” mutual respect and noninterference According to Fox News, Sec- in each other's internal affairs.” retary Clinton, like all politicians, Secretary Clinton also met with faces some criticisms, such as Wen Jiabao, the Chinese Premier, being “part of a corrupt system in in Beijing, to discuss multiple Washington,” but according to the issues including the environment. same source, a majority of voters Both the U.S. and China are two nonetheless view Secretary Clinton of the world's largest emitters of as a “strong and decisive leader,” greenhouse gases, accounting for and “a person they admire.” Hypnotik practices for the Talent Show hours before the performance. Photo by Adriana Garties March 2009 News Global Connections Page 5 Senator Roland Burris under federal investigation for perjury suspicions by Caitlin Swieca sworn in as an Illinois sena- ing and should be charged After the meeting, Durbin moving up the date of the and Danny Davis have pub- Just when it seemed that tor. According to a February with this crime; however, this reasoned that “the people of election for the seat that licly stood behind the Sena- the controversy surrounding 15 article in the Washington charge is difficult to pursue, Illinois have grown weary of Burris currently holds, which tor. In addition, members the impeachment of former Post, the affidavit stated as Senator Burris did not this stuff [political scandals]” would provide Illinois voters of the City Council’s Black Illinois Governor Rod Blago- that Burris had also talked lie, but rather omitted facts. and stated that he felt that a chance to oust Senator Caucus held a press con- jevich had settled down, a to several other members of On February 21, the Senate Burris did not meet the Burris before his term ends ference on February 26 in new scandal involving his former Governor Blagojev- reportedly began questioning initial requirements for being in 2010. Estimates say that support of the Senator. Bur- Senate appointee, Roland ich’s inner circle, including Burris as part of an ethics seated because he did not a special election would cost ris is currently the nation’s Burris, emerged, continuing his brother, Rob Blagojevich, inquiry to investigate the testify “completely, hon- over $30 billion dollars; Illi- only African-American the media storm swirling who had asked Senator Bur- discrepancy between Senator estly, and under oath.” Andy nois is currently $9 billion in senator, and many feel that around Illinois politics. On ris to raise campaign funds. Burris’ statements and deter- McKenna, the Chairman of debt (www.abclocal.go.com) the media has treated him February 14, it was reported Senator Burris maintains mine whether the Senate had the Illinois Republican Party, Despite the increasing unfairly, noting that many that Senator Burris had filed that he refused the request been deceived into seating released a statement sup- public disapproval of Burris, white politicians do not face a revised affidavit ten days and was not involved in any him. To remove Senator porting Durbin’s request that the Senator has stood his the same scrutiny when earlier that conflicted with wrongdoing. Senator Burris Burris from office, two-thirds suggested that the Senate im- ground, ignoring all calls for involved in scandal (Chicago the statements he made re- claims that he did not men- of the Senate would have mediately impeach and expel his resignation. Burris has Tribune). On February 28, garding his relationship with tion these contacts during his to vote for his expulsion; Burris. Republican state Rep- refused to speak to the media a group of Chicago ministers Blagojevich in his January 8 original testimony because however, he has faced strong resentative Jim Durkin, who since February 18, claiming and community leaders held a hearing in the Illinois House he was not given proper op- pressure from his political led the Republican question- that the media has unfairly “Rollin’ with Roland” rally in of Representatives. portunity to mention them peers to step down from his ing of Burris in January, also represented him in “facts defense of the Senator. They At the House hearing, based on the questions asked position due to the original called for Burris to resign. ripped out in selected sound reiterated that they believe that Representative Jim Durkin by the House Committee. circumstances surrounding Former Governor Blagojev- bytes” (MSNBC). the criticism of Burris stems asked Senator Burris if he This affidavit is not the his seating (www.newsday. ich has yet to comment on “Stop the rush to judg- from political and race issues had spoken to “any members first instance that has led to com). the scandal. ment,” Senator Burris said and is an attack on the black of the Governor's staff or media scrutiny of Senator Governor Pat Quinn The scandal has also in a February 18 speech. community. (www.abclocal. anyone closely related to the Burris. Since his December called for Senator Burris renewed calls for a special “You know the real Roland. go.com) Governor,” naming five spe- appointment to the Senate to resign on February 20, election in Illinois to replace I have done nothing wrong As Senator Burris contin- cific people of interest in the by Blagojevich, Senator echoing statements made Senator Burris in the Senate. and have absolutely nothing ues to defend his innocence case. Senator Burris stated Burris has been tainted by by State Comptroller Dan Many called for this when to hide.” and calls for his resignation that he had spoken to some the allegations against the Hynes, State Treasurer Alexi the corruption charges Senator Burris had not grow louder, many Illinois friends, including Blagojev- former governor. While the Giannoulias, and several of against Blagojevich origi- been involved in any major residents will continue to ich advisor Lon Monk, about Senate originally refused Illinois’ Representatives in nally broke, but as state legis- political controversy prior to follow the story to see if his desire to be appointed to seat Senator Burris on Congress and a number of lature did not pass any law to his appointment and main- Burris will retain his seat and to the United States Sen- the grounds that he was state congressmen (Chicago put this into effect, Blagojev- tains some political support. whether the ethics investiga- ate. Senator Burris did not appointed by a governor Sun-Times). On February ich appointed Senator Burris Chicago Mayor Richard M. tion unveils any new details acknowledge any further accused of corruption, he 24, Illinois Senior Senator before his impeachment trial. Daley did not call for Burris’ that may become relevant contact with the former gov- was eventually sworn in on Dick Durbin had a private Both Governor Quinn and resignation, saying that Bur- in the upcoming criminal ernor or his advisors. Burris’ January 15. meeting with Senator Burris the state’s Republican lead- ris should have “an oppor- trial of former Governor later affidavit conveyed that Many have suggested in which he advised him to ers have called for such an tunity to explain himself ” Blagojevich. he had not told legislators that Senator Burris perjured resign, but Burris refused to election. Attorney General (Chicago Tribune). Illinois the whole truth before being himself at his original hear- follow his recommendation. Lisa Madigan has suggested Representatives Bobby Rush Current economic crisis could affect Chicago’s bid for the 2016 Olympic Games by Sarah Schoonhoven the Federal Government. Despite all of this, prices of goods necessary for With economic times quickly changing in the Chicago 2016 Committee is not worried construction, such as cement America, every city is affected in a differ- about earning funds, as the city has seven and steel, and services, such ent way; for Chicago, a chance to host the years to raise the money (Associated Press). as contracting, will drop, Olympic Games in 2016 could be on the line. Mayor Richard M. Daley has also promised making the construction of It is up to the Chicago Olympic Committee not to raise Chicagoans’ taxes to cover the Olympic buildings more af- to make sure that does not happen. Should costs of the 2016 Olympics if Chicago is fordable (Associated Press). Chicago be deemed unprepared, the Games chosen as the host city (Associated Press). Although they may be would go to one of the other three cities “We're fortunate in that we have so much costly, the Olympics are pro- up for the bid: Madrid, Rio de Janeiro, and of our infrastructure already in place and jected to bring much revenue Madrid (Associated Press). modernized,'' Patrick Ryan, Chicago 2016 to the city. Hotels and restau- Chicago was selected as a candidate host Committee Leader, said. rants are expected to benefit city for the 2016 Olympic Games on April In order to host the Olympics, Chicago from an influx of customers 14, 2007. The city received the applicant bid will need to prepare itself for an onslaught of in 2016 if Chicago is chosen after being evaluated on matters concerning worldwide visitors and athletes. In the 2008 to host the Olympics, and venues for the 2016 Olympic Games, ac- Beijing Olympics, there were 90,000 specta- the number of flights depart- commodations, transportation, security, and tors for the opening ceremony alone, accord- ing and arriving at O’Hare financing (www.Chicago2016.org). While ing to the International Olympic Committee. will increase due to the ex- supporters of Chicago’s bid for the 2016 In order for these many people to play and pected rise in the number of Olympic Games stated that the city could live in the city during the games, a total of travelers hoping to witness host an expensive event such as the Olym- 27 venues will be needed, with 22 of the pro- the games (Chicago 2016). pics, recent economic conditions have called posed venues being either pre-existing sites or "Tax money isn't paying for a downscaling of Chicago’s original plans temporary ones. Other sites, such as Millen- for it," Mayor Daley said. for the 2016 Games. nium Park, O’Hare Airport (O’Hare), and "The federal government Chicago 2016, the Chicago Olympic the Olympic Village will have to be renovated pays for security, which Committee that formed to support Chicago’s or modernized as well (Chicago2016.org). is the highest cost of the Olympic bid, has stated that, should the Other things will have to be updated as Olympics .... The other thing city be chosen to host the Games, Chicago well. Chicago’s public transportation system they pay for is infrastructure plans on funding the event through private will most likely require a renovation to ac- .... There's no city tax money donations from individuals, foundations, and commodate the extra commuters for the 2016 whatsoever (Huffington corporations. Chicago itself has a one billion Olympic Games. Post).” dollar safety net in case part of the original “Chicago has very good rails right now, On October 2, 2009, the The Olympic flag for Chicago’s 2016 bid is seen $4.5 billion budget for the Olympic Games it’s just that it [the railway system] needs decision as to which city will hanging inside the Sears Tower. Though the possibility should fall through. The budget, however, of hosting the Olympics in Chicago has excited modernization,” Ryan said. be chosen will be made in residents, current economic circumstances might hurt does not cover the costs of extra police and One of the few upsides to the plummet- Copenhagen, Denmark by Chicago’s chances of hosting the 2016 games. security presence needed at the 2016 Games, ing economy is that construction companies the International Olympic Photo by Adriana Garties and has prompted the city to ask for aid from are decreasing their rates. According to Ryan, Committee. Stevenson high school addresses controversial issues, the Statesman disappears by Zlatana Alibegovic Administrators said that they were not re- “If you are considering instituting a poli- “shoddy journalism,” adding that the last The controversial January issue of “The sponsible for the disappearances and instead cy of prior review, I urge you to have second issue was reckless in protecting the identities Statesman,” Stevenson high school’s news- say that students and parents took all of the thoughts," Randy Swikle, the Illinois director of students whose stories were recounted. paper, has disappeared from circulation. An copies. of the Journalism Education Association, According to Croney, the administration article in the issue addressed “hooking up;” Consequently, after hearing about the said. "Prior review is a vote of no confidence. has unsuccessfully voiced its concerns to casual sex encounters outside of a rela- topics in the newspaper, parents filed into a They're engaged in real journalism, and real Barbara Thill, The Statesman’s advisor, in the tionship. Unlike previous issues, the 3,400 School Board meeting the following Monday journalism is controversial at times." past, the Chicago Tribune reports. free copies of this one disappeared almost to encourage the administration to suppress Despite these urges, the Stevenson “We think another pair of eyes is needed instantly. topics like casual sex. The Statesman had administration has now issued a policy of to look for red flags,” Croney said. “It’s not “They are gone,” Ms. Janet Gonzalez, previously enjoyed no administrative review, prior review, a Statesman staff member about censorship.” Stevenson principal, said. “It’s odd, because which meant that the administration would confirmed. Jim Croney, spokesman of the The Statesman staff declined to com- that doesn’t typically happen. I don’t know not see any of the issues before they were Lincolnshire school district, claimed that the ment. who did it.” published. school wished to read the newspaper to avoid Page  Diversions The Hoof Beat Around town The rebel grab-bag Try your hand

by Sonya Dekhtyar drew a crowd of over 7,000 viewers and promises On February 24, during his State of the Union to be a big success again this year. at Sudoku! Address, Barack Obama said, “…While our The complete schedule is posted on the Film economy may be weakened and our confidence Center website, www.siskelfilmcenter.org (click shaken, though we are living through difficult and on the ‘calendar’ link to see the full schedule of uncertain times, tonight I want every American films, dates, and times). Tickets can be purchased to know this: we will rebuild, we will recover, and through Ticketmaster or at the film center’s box the United States of America will emerge stronger office. To find out more, visit the website, or call than before.” (312)846-2600. It’s hard to say when we will actually pull our- selves out of this financial mess, but I sure hope it’s soon. I am distraught at what the economic ST. PATRICK’S crisis is doing to culture all over the country. Obvi- DAY PARADE ously, it’s most noticeable in Chicago for me: last Columbus Drive, week, I went to see the premiere screening of a from Balbo Drive to movie which was highly recommended by all Chi- Mon- roe cagoland newspapers and magazines, and I was Drive stunned at the amount of people who came – or, March 14 rather, the lack of such; aside from my mother and me, there were only eight other people in the This parade theater. You must notice it, too, how few people originated in 1960 Share the Irish spirit – spend time going to plays and movies, bookstores and continues to even if you’re not Irish – during the annual St. and cafes, and even just outside. be a city favorite. Patrick’s Day Parade. March is the first month of spring, and let’s Although only about Photo courtesy of celebrate the blooming of this season together by seven percent of the amazon.com not shying away from culture and public events city’s population is because of the poor economy. Grab a friend or comprised of Irish- a whole company and head out to these cheap Americans, crowds of thousands come out on the events, a mix of holiday celebration and art streets during the parade to celebrate. exhibitions, the rebel grab-bag of patriotism and The day begins with the dying of the Chicago culture. And if you can’t make it to these, please, River at 10:45. Throughout the course of the next please, please just go out into the city on a free hour or so, boats dump gallons of green dye into evening and just walk. Show the world that Chi- the water, turning it a shade of neon green. No cago is still alive, untouched and unconcerned by one knows the secret ingredient of the dye, and the economic state of the country. while many raise serious questions about the envi- ronmental safety of this process, it’s not bound to www.dailysudoku.com/sudoku; disappear from tradition any time soon. © Daily Sudoku Ltd, 2009 Becoming Edvard Munch: Influ- The parade follows the dying, commencing ence, Anxiety, and Myth at noon from the intersection of South Columbus Art Institute of Chicago and East Balbo Drives and ending around 3 p.m. 111 S. Michigan Avenue at Columbus and Monroe Drives. March 1 – April 26 To actually walk in the parade, you must Chicago then and now contact the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee of In these times, this collection seems to reflect Chicago at (312) 942-9188 or (312) 421-1010, or especially well the feelings of people all around – e-mail them at [email protected]. Jefferson Park anxious worrying and disappointed hopelessness. Finally, here are some quick tips on participat- by Sarish Hassan residential area, but it is also home to The famed Norwegian artist’s exhibit showacases ing in or watching the parade: check the weather Jefferson Park is located on the the Copernicus Foundation and the over 150 of his works, including the well-known the day before the parade and dress accordingly, northwest side of Chicago and is home Gift Theater Company, which offer the painting “Anxiety.” The world-renowned paint- bring food and drinks per your choosing, pick to many Chicago public school stu- perfect entertainment for a peaceful ing “The Scream” was also supposed to be part one side of the street and stay there (no crossing dents and teachers, as well as to mem- afternoon with family and friends. of the exhibition, but the Norwegian government allowed), and choose wisely between seeing the bers of the Chicago Fire Department The Copernicus Foundation, forbade its transportation to Chicago at the last river being dyed and the actual parade, since the and Cook County Police Department. located on 5216 W. Lawrence Ave, was minute. events come one after the other and it’s a bit hard The neighborhood has a rich cultural established as a Polish cultural center in Two myths surround the artistic life of to get from the river to Columbus Drive quickly. history with a heavy Polish–American the heart of Jefferson Park. The Foun- Munch: one implies that he was mentally unstable Otherwise, simply enjoy the good ole Irish spirit! influence and presence. dation sits on what had originally been (as many of his paintings suggest), and the second The history of Jefferson Park be- designed to show the first “talkies” in states that the main influence on his style were gins with the history of Chicago when Chicago. The building houses a theater, French and German contemporaries, not fellow Chicago International Vintage it was a swampland along the shores of which seats 2000 people and has Scandinavians. The exhibit, in essence, disputes Poster Fair Lake Michigan. The area was inhibited regular shows. On March 28, 2009, and overturns these myths. Chicago Cultural Center by the Potawatomi, who named the The Polonia Ensemble, a traditional The exhibit is open Thursdays from 11:30 77 E. Randolph Street area “Checagou,” which means wild Polish dance ensemble, will be provid- a.m. to 8 p.m., other week days from 11:30 a.m. March 28 – March 29 onions or skunk in the Potawatomi lan- ing traditional entertainment that is to 5 p.m., and on weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. guage (www.jeffersonparkhistory.org). perfect for cultural enlightenment. For Tickets are $17 with a student ID, but museum The International Vintage Poster Dealer As- Jean Baptiste Pointe de Sable was more information on tickets and show passes are available for checkout from any public sociation (IVPDA) presents over 25 international the first non-native settler of Chicago. times for this and other performances, library. dealers with more than 10,000 original vintage He settled along the Chicago River in check the foundation’s website, www. posters. Although this is more a sale/auction the 1770s and married a local Potawa- copernicusfndn.org. event, visitors are welcome to walk around and tomi woman. After the Northwest In- The Gift Theatre Company, look at the posters, which range widely in original dian War of 1795, the area comprised located on 4802 N. Milwaukee Ave, is dates of creation. On Saturday, March 28, the fair of Chicago was ceded to the United the perfect place to watch a good show is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; on Sunday, March States through the Treaty of Greenville, or to brush up on some acting skills. 29, the exhibit is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. thereby establishing the boundaries of The Gift Theatre offers acting classes Tickets cost $15. For more information, contact the city (www.jeffersonparkhistory.org). ranging from improvisation to Shake- the fair at (800) 856-8069 or [email protected]. The first settler of Jefferson Park spearean Drama. Classes range from was John Kinzie Clark, who came to $20 to $300 depending on the topic. the area in the late 1830s. As a traveler, Some classes also require prerequi- 10TH ANNUAL EDIBLE BOOKS SHOW he came with only a few personal sites, so please be sure to visit www. AND TEA belongings and some horses. In a few thegifttheatre.org/gifted.html for more Columbia College Library years he was joined by Elijah Went- information. The Gift Theatre also puts 624 South Michigan worth, who opened a tavern and hotel on entertaining productions; for a list April 1 in the area. Some years later, many oth- of shows, ticket information, and show er traders, hunters, and farmers began times, please visit www.thegifttheatre. In perhaps the weirdest take on a book format, to settle in the area as well, establishing org/season_2009.html. this event presents literature in a slightly different Jefferson Park as a small settlement Overall, Jefferson Park is a good – and more…hmm…edible – way. Artists, chefs, (www.jeffersonparkhistory.org). place for a charming afternoon with innovators, and book lovers come together for an Today, Jefferson Park has grown family and friends. It is easily accessible evening of fun, cooking, chatter, and competition. to almost 44,000 residents and is still by the Jefferson Park Blue line stop and Anyone and everyone is welcome to partici- growing larger as more and more offers an experience full of culture. So pate, but entries are due at the Library between people move to this historically and cul- take a day off and head on over to the 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. The whole event lasts from 6 Visit the Art Institute this month to see turally rich community (www.jefferson- Copernicus Foundation Theatre or the paintings, including this one, “Anxiety,” by to 8 p.m., with viewing and voting from 6 p.m. to parkhistory.org). Gift Theatre for some dramatic fun. Edvard Munch. 7 p.m., and the actual book-tasting, with tea-drink- Jefferson Park is not only a popular Photo courtesy of amazon.com ing, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $10 – free for contests partici- pants – with all proceeds going to the Center for THE EUROPEAN UNION FILM FESTI- Book & Paper Arts’ Equipment Fund. For more VAL information, please call Gina Ordaz at (312) 369- Gene Siskel Film Center 6630 or Opal Anderson at (312) 369-7027. 164 N. State Street March 6 – April 2 Our economy may be weak, and we may be The Film Festival, the largest of its kind in unwilling to spend money on things we consider North America, celebrates its twelfth season this unnecessary, but the truth is that we need to liven year with screenings of more than 60 films from up our city and lives. Don’t give up – be optimis- the EU’s 27 member states. Last year, the festival tic, and enjoy every minute of every day. March 2009 Features Page  Tights as pants: the new cool Financial freak-out or the latest fashion blunder? The kinks of financial aid by Diana Slaba which seem to cause the most by Tessa Biskup They are not only considered the person wearing them. A college degree is a major commotion, federal student loans Tights, according to the Eleventh fashionable, but are reportedly an “It’s only okay if the shirt asset in ones life. It can be the for parents, and private student Edition of the Merriam-Webster easy combination to put together you’re wearing covers your butt,” biggest that a student spends loans which are usually used to Dictionary, are “A skintight garment in the morning. There are different AJ Farkas, Adv. 904, said. money on. When the time comes, make up when scholarships or a covering the body…from the waist ways to wear tights as pants during Farkas and Aguirre are not students have to be prepared and federal student loans are not suf- down,” but for many people, tights each season. During the fall, tights alone in believing that tights should be able to figure out what is most ficient enough.. are so much more. Tights are used should only go down to the ankles be worn under clothing, and not affordable according to their Students usually have anxiety for sports such as running, jogging, and should be worn with a long as pants. Websites such as “www. personal budgets and preferences. or fear that goes along with the and bicycling, as well as activities shirt, a belt, as well as open-toed tightsarenotpants.com” have been There are numerous amounts of whole system. There are emails such as dancing, and their most shoes. In the winter, it is recom- created to protest the fashion. In overwhelming steps that one must that are sometimes sent out stat- common use, fashion. Women often mended that tights are worn with an effort to get rid of the fashion go through that may lead to a few ing that federal funds are running wear tights under skirts or dresses, tight layered shirts and high boots. completely, the website offers free bumps along the way out, which can get nerve racking. but recently, teenage girls and young Knee socks under the boots and on downloadable and printable flyers Recently, there have been a The biggest issue students face is women have adopted the idea of top of the tights create a layered which reflect their opinion about few problems with financial aid getting organized and prepared. wearing tights as pants. look. In the spring and summer, the the fashion. Some of the posters caused by a 3.4 % increase in stu- Once this occurs, the process just “[Tights as pants are] really tights can be worn with a short dress include sayings such as, dents applying and a new comput- works itself out and becomes cute, unless they’re see through or skirt. The dress or skirt should be “No No No! THOSE TIGHTS er system at certain colleges like simpler. and you wear them in the winter,” accompanied by a matching pair of ARE NOT PANTS”, “tights are East Tennessee State University. “There is definitely a fear Aracelis Sanchez, Adv. 104, said. shoes. The not pants”, and “TIGHTS as Students have been complaining that goes on between the colleges shoes can be PANTS: TMI”. that they receive their financial and the emails which we receive either closed Despite the uproar about wear- aid really late, after the tuition bill constantly reminding us about or open toed, ing tights as pants, the Chicago and books are paid. them,” Hannah Basal, Adv. 907, but when Public School (CPS) code of con- "We have a team that is work- said. “It is because the ticket price wearing open duct has no rule against them. The ing on continuous improvement is high and students get worked toed shoes the CPS student handbook does not and there will be some changes up and nervous. Once you start it tights should specifically address tights as pants; to help students,” Ms. Lisa Bell, gets easier and slowly the anxiety not go down instead, it focuses on wearing shirts Financial Aid Coordinator, said. fades. The few complications I past a person’s that are too short or that have spa- “Students who have not gotten did face involved the actual paper ankles. ghetti straps. Although there is no their financial aid by this time of work and typing stuff up. I don’t Although official rule against wearing tights year, it is because we have gotten understand taxes that well and tights have as pants, Northside administrators a lot of late applicants, but we are had to rely on my parents for that become a say... working as fast as we can." part.” popular “If we feel that it’s not appro- Many students feel that the Northside College Prep also fashion trend, priate for a scholastic environment, financial aid system is flawed and offers a financial aid workshop in some people we would ask them to put some- numerous improvements could be early December. “Financial Aid shun the new thing else on,” Lois Correa, Dean made. The biggest concerns they Night" provides a financial aid idea. of Student Admissions, said. “This have is the lack of information speaker who helps the parents and “Tights is done on a case by case basis.” available to them, the re-directing students make sense and prepare are not pants, Tights as pants are allowed phone calls, and the unhelpful for the financial aid process. they’re panty- in physical education class due to staff. The speaker is available for any hose,” Anna their similarity to jogging pants. “I think there should be a little questions parents or students may Marie Aguirre, The main difference between the more information to make the de- have. Adv. 206, said. two is that tights are often made cisions easier,” Aina Cambridge, a “It is a very worthwhile The belief out of nylon or cotton, while jog- senior at St. Ignatius, said. program, and I strongly advise that tights are ging pants are usually made out of “Besides that, it was fairly students to come and participate,” meant to be polyester. Wearing tights in physi- easy and it worked sufficiently. Ms Lekkas, counselor, said. worn under cal education is acceptable as long The decision was by far the hard- Overall, Financial Aid seems clothing is as the wearer changes into a new est to make.” like a frightening procedure, very popular. outfit before their next class, which The most important form but every student goes through Many believe is the policy for all clothing worn students have to fill out the Free the process, and there are many that when during physical education. Application for Free Student Aid people willing to help, including tights are Despite the popularity of tights [FAFSA]. It unlocks the key funds counselors, parents, and teachers. worn as pants as pants, they are not for everyone. and is probably your best source Once students start, it becomes the style gives Whether tights should be worn as of money. easier to figure out their options Michelle Porcelli, Adv. 902, models one of the many away too pants or they should be worn under To obtain college money to make a good decision become ways to wear tights. much infor- a dress or a skirt is in the eyes of you can also get scholarships or clearer. Photo by Adriana Garties mation about the beholder. grants, federal loans for students Slam is the name of the game Northside’s Slam Team takes third place at Louder Than A Bomb

by Pooja Agarwal perform your own work and knowing they’re going to cheer said. “I’m in awe of this.” Approximately 300 high school students from Chicago really loud for you no matter what,” Viets-Vanlear said. On Sunday, March 8, Northside competed in the LTAB Public Schools (CPS), private schools, and suburban schools While writing is an important factor in this competition, Finals, against Niles West, Kuumba Lynx, and Oak Park alike have one thing in common: they are passionate and brilliant performing skills are imperative in LTAB. North- River Forest. Northside took home third place, while Niles talented poets. The annual Louder Than A Bomb (LTAB) side’s Slam Team began preparing for LTAB through theater West came in first. competition showcases teens’ emotions, thoughts, and expe- performance and poetry writing games. Once they were more Matt Ramir, Adv. 900, will be advancing and competing riences through the art of slam poetry. comfortable with their teammates and coach, they began in the National Youth Poetry Slam – Brave New Voices in “LTAB is genuinely student centered and has never lost writing poetry. July as part of Chicago’s All Star Team in Washington, D.C. sight of its original mission to make student voices authenti- According to Ms. Flanagan, the Slam Team and the “We were very happy with how things went,” Flanagan cally heard,” Ms. Nora Flanagan, English department, said. LTAB competition as a whole have personal and literary said. “Everybody said what they wanted and needed to say, Ms. Flanagan is the new coach of Northside’s Poetry benefits. Being on the Slam Team strengthens characters and and the poets felt great about both their performances and Slam Team. She has experience from coaching the Slam builds confidence in many people. It has a personal benefit the results. Team at DeVry Advantage Academy for a year, and then at because students have a Lane Tech for several years; she has also mentored individual chance to share events they poets over the years. witnessed or experienced; According to louderthanabomb.org, teams compete in they write about them- two preliminary bouts, and the four teams with the highest selves, their lives, and their scores participate in the team finals. During the preliminar- thoughts and share it with ies, students are required to perform individual pieces as hundreds of people. well as a group poem. For their group piece, four members “The best part of of Northside’s Slam Team, Tasha Viets-VanLear, Adv. LTAB is how it brings 101, Nina Coomes, Adv. 109, Elisha Miles, Adv. 110, and people together. I mean, Robert Raymond, Adv. 901, performed a piece entitled “I there are poets that you Love You”. Sarah Winters, Adv. 905, Slam Team captain, don’t know very well that presented a piece she wrote, called “The Math.” provoke such a reaction “I was inspired by other poets that I love, namely, Andrea from you,” said Winters. Gibson and Anis Mojgani,” said Winters. “They have these “Meeting people, every- intensely beautiful, reflective poems that I really tried to body being so happy to be imitate.” there and be a part of it, Northside’s Slam Team performed on Friday, February everybody listening to each 27 and Saturday, February 28 in the preliminary rounds other and coming together at Columbia College Conaway Center. These rounds are is so great.” more commonly referred to as bouts in the competition and Secondly, from the consist of five rounds: four individual performances and a literary aspect, LTAB is an final group piece. On Friday, the team competed in its first opportunity to learn and preliminary bout against Our Lady of Tepeyac, St. Agnes improve writing and po- Strikers, and DeVry Advantage; Northside won first place. etry skills as well as public The next day, in Bout 18, Northside’s poets were awarded speaking skills. first place once again after competing against teams from “It’s a huge thing to get Englewood High School and Niles West. on stage and pour out your “I don’t think there is anything more exhilarating than guts and feelings in front of Sarah Winters, Adv. 905, performs individual piece at Louder Than A Bomb during a standing on stage in front of tons of people, being able to so many people,” Flanagan preliminary bout. Photo by Pooja Agarwal Page  Centerfold The Hoof Beat

Accesories No overalls. Combine can make the No excuses. different outfit. textures. F A S H I O N One-shoulder dresses and tops Women’s fashion: from runway to hallway by Andrea Ljevar neon colors, oversized necklaces, stores out there that offer these fashion trends is not a big concern. are hot this With March signifying the start big bangles, military jackets, and trends at a fraction of the actual “When you wake up early, you season. of the long-awaited spring season, color block prints. cost. Forever 21, Wet Seal, PacSun, don’t really think about the new so comes the time to put away the “I’m looking forward to bright and Macy’s are a few of the stores fashion trends and if what you heavy coats, scarves, and hats that colors,” Karla Ortiz, Adv. 902, said. that offer fashionable attire for teen- are wearing is in style or out have become a second skin in the “I associate winter with dark colors agers at affordable prices, allowing of style,” Ortiz said. “I care cold Chicago winter weather. While and I feel like this season has been the new spring fashion trends to be about comfort and wearing When trying on many are just looking forward to gloomy in particular. I like the idea within everyone’s budget. something I can navigate clothes, use a wearing shorts and T-shirts without of wearing neon colors because With the recession playing a myself around in school three-way mirror having to pack on an additional ten they will pop out more. Plus I think large factor in what students will in.” pounds of coat, there are fashion it’s something that you could wear be buying in the coming months, It is evident there trends that students may consider at school. Wearing shorts or jeans designers have aimed their focus on will be a lot less cloth- when pulling out their spring attire. and a brightly colored T-shirt or accessories. Accessories can accen- ing happening around at New York City Fashion Week, tank top would be a good ex- tuate any look including a T-shirt Northside in the coming which ended February 20, brought ample.” and jeans. This year offers over- spring season, however No ballet flats out all the celebrities who wanted While such trends were evident sized necklaces, possibly layering in the most appropriate to catch a glimpse of the coming on the runways, many students one on top of another, and wearing ways. with capris. year’s trends. With celebrity trend- express concern as to the cost of large amounts of bangles. “Honestly, I just setters and stylists in the front rows these new styles. “I really like accessories,” Ana want winter to be over,” of major fashion designer’s shows, “All that stuff looks pretty when Aguilera, Adv. 903, said. “I think it Aguilera said. “It’s it is only a matter of time before you don’t look at the price tag,” Tif- makes even a simple outfit look re- been a long season, and these trends hit the fashion and fany Moran, Adv. 901, said. “Right ally nice. You pair a long necklace I just want to put my tabloid magazines. now, being in a recession and all, I over a shirt and automatically it coat away and put on my Cropped According to Glamour.com, definitely don’t think it’s logical to looks prettier. I like playing around shorts. I’m not partial to jackets are some trends that might translate spend thousands, or even hundreds, with that.” what brand, color, or pattern back in style. from the runway into the hallways of dollars on clothing.” Some like Ortiz feel that getting they may be, just as long as include zipper accents, trench coats, However, there are convenient dressed for school and following I can wear them.”

High-waisted Feeling blue (jeans) Do you fit shorts are worn by Zahra Lalani pair, many shoppers develop a by the most Finding the perfect pair of bond with their jeans. America’s fashiobable of jeans can be harder than studying “My favorite two pairs are girls. indoors on the first sunny day in dark wash skinny jeans,” Rebekah spring. Jeans come in all differ- Ward, Adv. 903, said, “from Urban beauty criteria? ent sizes, styles, cuts, washes, and Outfitters. I wear them all the by Carolyn Jeon contentment, embellishments, making it difficult time.” The typical image of beauty is and acceptance, to find the right fit and style. Overall, www.jeans-and-acces- portrayed through different means contrary to what No socks with However, if shoppers can narrow sories.com suggests that customers by the international media, includ- magazines or televi- sandals. down exactly what kind of jean search for jeans made of stretch ing advertisements for weight loss sion shows may be im- they are looking for, from styles material for a leaner look. The site products and cosmetics, television plying. The constant such as hip-hop, street wear, urban, also recommends choosing jeans shows and articles in magazines feeling of wanting to teen, or goth, shopping for jeans that give shoppers room to breathe on what to wear. The media’s change physical ap- may be easier. According to www. without coming off as baggy. If emphasis on beauty leads some to pearance can lead to jeans-and-accessories.com, the first shoppers are under 5'5" tall, they wonder whether or not we live in emotional problems The ultimate step in creating a unique fashion should avoid jeans with cuffs an air-brushed society today, as the such as depression, style is wearing jeans that fit your because cuffs will make their legs ideal images of women and men anger, lower self- fashion staple particular body shape and having a look shorter. The hem should cover in magazines and other media may confidence, and is always jeans. variety of colors. most of the shoe. The placement differ from the way that an average eating disorders. “I have four pairs of jeans,” and size of the back pockets of person looks in reality. “Several Redmond McGrath, Adv. 906, jeans have a significant effect on The fashion industry has strict magazines have said. “I pick them based on color; how the rear end looks. Tiny pock- physical requirements in order for started recently each pair is a different shade.” ets will make the butt look larger one to be a model. According to which include Never go out in The rectangular body shape, in than actuality. www.soyouwanna.com, the ideal larger women which the shoulders and hips are According to www.oprah.com, requirements for the minimum models,” the public with chipped equally wide and where the waist is Oprah Winfrey’s jean expert, Stacy height to be a model are 5’8” and Canadian nail polish. not well defined, is the least com- London, suggests that tall woman the weight around 108-125 pounds, Women’s Health mon body type. Suggestions for take advantage of the 36'' inseam although the average woman’s Network website jeans of the rectangular body type by taking the hem out. She notes height is four inches less and weighs said. “As these include, Diesel’s Keate Super Slim, that most companies have an in- about 50 pounds more. For males, publications straight leg – low rise, slim fit leg, seam in their jeans and advises that the height of a model is around become more successful, they put pres- Sleeveless and Boden’s Slim Jeans, straight leg they fall below the heel in order to 5’11” to 6’2, but the average man’s sure on the mainstream media to change top or short – low rise. In contrast, people with avoid high-waters. height is two inches shorter. These the ways they show women....There are the pear body shape have well- According to www.greatest- “requirements” may reflect in what still very few black women, women of bottom? Never rounded hips, narrow shoulders, look.com, shoppers with wide hips people consider beautiful and may colour, aboriginal women and disabled both. and a small bust. Pear-shaped should be weary of fitted jeans that be different than whom they really women working as models, actors…and shoppers can choose from Apple extenuate the width of the hips are. other major roles in mainstream media. Bottom’s snake skin apple pocket, and should aim for boot cut jeans. Nonetheless, advertisements This can have long-term impacts on girls or Banana Republic’s Charmer Wearing these jeans with heels for cosmetics and dietary products and women who see women in the media slim bootcut. The balance between minimizes the width of the hips mostly continue to feature unrealisti- as their role models.” Do not wear straight shoulders, a defined waist, even more, and the flare at the bot- cally thin models. The economic Some Northside students also believe leggings with and a curvy bottom define the tom removes attention from thick growth of these industries has not that the “ideal” images of men and women denim shorts. hourglass shape, the hardest body thighs. declined. For example, according are not very practical. type to shop for. The hourglass “I think the trick is to find to www.news.bbc.co, researchers “The media shows that women are sup- body shape should shy away from a store that sells jeans that fit estimate that the amount of money posed to be skinny and look ‘hot’ and men slim fits, and consider Banana you specifically,” Annie Mitran, spent on dietary products in the should be more muscular since those are men Republic’s five pocket boot cut, low Adv.909, said. “I can usually find United States is $40 billion to $100 all girls would go after,” Hillary Pham, Adv. rise, regular fit. Lastly, people with some Levi’s that fit.” billion, which is more than the total 207, said.“That’s not true because everyone Clothes should apple body shape have an overall Tapered and flared jeans make sum of the government’s finances should be who they really are.” reflect your round figure, especially in the torso short legs look even stockier. for health, education, and welfare. “The ideal images of men and women area, with an undefined waist, Therefore, shoppers with short The media, peer pressure, and merely serve as standards that everyday people personal style. and a large stomach. According legs should look for high-waisted social status can affect the way try to meet,” Kevin Alvarez, Adv. 018, said. to www.shapeyourstyle.com, the trouser jeans. www.greatestlook. someone feels about their body. In “They view them on television and try to jeans apple-shaped shoppers should com suggests that trouser jeans cre- fact, the culture of today dictates become like them. Personally, this standard look for are ones that give them ate a slimmer and longer look. The that “thin is in,” whereas the view seems to be unrealistic, as one does not need the most room in the torso area. hem line should touch the floor of the ideal body shape for a woman an idol in order to view themselves or others as No pink with Suggestions include Boden’s button when wearing heels or flats. Find- over a century ago was not thin, but beautiful.” and tab boot cut – low rise, Gap’s ing the right pair of jeans requires full-figured, according to The Cana- The mainstream images sent out to orange. Ever. modern- boot cut, and Diesel’s Liv detailed attention to one’s specific dian Women’s Health Network. the public today and the way people are straight leg – low rise. After search- body type; what may work for one In truth, physical appearance shown continue to change towards how ing long and hard for the perfect person may not work for another. is not always connected to success, people want to be seen.

Do not wear the Geometric The trendiest Clothes closets While jogging, Forget about Aviator Want beautiful same outfit twice shape prints clothes often should be clean wear a white socks with sunglasses are hair, complextion, within a two will be a hit are not the most and organized. supportive bra. black shoes. hot for guys. and body? Sleep! flattering. week period. this season. March 2009 Centerfold Page 9

Curves and Try not to wear Be bold. bumps are more than one Choose color revealed with pattern at a time. for 2009. F A S H I O N clingy clothing. Great Women’s fashion: from runway to hallway Men’s spring fashion must-haves nutrition by Tyler Johnson knees and pockets will help to they can also be a great atten- features. Express offers the makes a great With the show off one’s assets and is a tion grabber, but one should be Nail Head Aviator Sunglasses school year com- very current look. Aéropostale sure to consider the message for $29.50, which have a sleek body. ing to an end, the offers the Benton Dark Tint the tee will give viewers before modern style to them. warmer weather Jean for $24.99 that fits this buying it. The tee should be “Aviator glasses are so hot will begin to bring trend. It sits at the waist and modern and artistic without be- right now,” Brianna Birman, Tribal and about the change has a loose fit through the thigh ing too wild and crazy. Urban Adv. 904, said, “but only cer- from pants to shorts. and a boot cut leg opening. Old Outfitters has over 150 different tain people can pull them off.” floral prints will Take a look at the Navy also offers a variety of tees on their website alone, all A button-up shirt that is dominate the spring fashion trends high-quality dark wash jeans priced at $24.00. more fitted and has a nice for men this season. For beginning at just $19. However, “I think that a graphic pattern is a more casual hallways. spring 2009, slim fitting it is important to stick with T-shirt with a solid black alternative to the plain dress trousers, interesting tech straight and boot cut jeans background paired with nice shirt this season. They can be fabrics, and updated ‘80s in- because they will help to create vibrant colors really causes paired with jeans for a more spired looks are just a few of the image of a slender leg. me to take a second look at sophisticated look. American the common themes. Colors Avoid carpenter and painter the guy wearing it, and it tells Eagle has a large collection of No panty of the season are predomi- jeans because they only hide me a little about them,” Ana button-ups and a top of the line lines. nantly neutral, putty grays, the legs and create a sloppy Aguilera, Adv. 903, said. “I color pallet for them, beginning with splashes of color such as image. think they’re better at express- at $34.50. However, the quality yellows and pinks. “I like to know that a guy ing their feelings and not afraid of the shirts definitely lives up Although shorts will be- has legs,” Michelle Lopez, Adv. to be different.” to the price. come a part of many people’s 906, said. “When they wear When hitting the beach, Whether trying to make a everyday attire this season, it is carpenter jeans, they lose all a pair of aviator glasses will statement with colorful tees or Look out for important to have a nice pair body shape and form and get help to block the sun and pull keeping it classic with a button oversized of jeans for those breezy and lost in them.” together an outfit. They help to up shirt, the new season will cool days. A jean with a dark Graphic tees are a great accentuate the cheek bones and bring new fashions for every- necklaces this wash and slight abrasions at the outlet for self expression, and bring emphasis to ones facial one. spring. “Strange power…in clothing” Contrasting The economics of fashion colors make by Sony Kassam Pac Sun, and American Eagle prove “I don’t like to spend more than jeans and t-shirts, some Northsiders “What a to be a hit. 20 dollars on one thing if I can help would rather use their money to buy bold statements. strange power “[I shop at] Aeropostale and Pac it,” Benj Sullivan-Knoff, Adv. 108, shoes. there is in Sun,” Kevin Alvarez, Adv. 018, said, said. “I tend to be careful with my “[I would] probably [spend clothing,” Isaac “but mostly anywhere with good money. I’m financially conscious money on] shoes,” Sullivan-Knoff Bashevis Singer, a clothes is cool.” about how much something costs.” said, “because they’re something you Nobel Prize-win- Javier Rodriguez, Adv. 202, also Murphy stays in a price range can wear multiple times, opposed to ning American considers Pacsun to be his favorite similar to Sullivan-Knoff’s and a shirt or something that you don’t A smile is great author, said. among other brands. shares his idea of spending money want to wear too often.” with any outfit. Clothes reflect “I buy most of my clothes at wisely. Unlike clothing articles that are an individual’s Pacsun, Zumiez, CCS, and the Nike “I spend like 30 to 40 dollars,” not worn often, selections of shoes personality, and it store,” Rodriguez said. “I like these Murphy said, “but that’s only if it’s are essential. is no secret that stores mainly because they have the really special and I know that it’ll “I think I spend the most on teens often love clothes that I like.” last a while or if it’s for a special shoes because that’s an item of cloth- Neon greens, to shop, though While many Northsiders shop occasion.” ing that you need a lot of different where they love to at popular stores, others prefer to Unlike the others, Moy would options for,” Kelsey Waxman, Adv. blues, and shop, what type of break out of the circle of consum- spend over 400 dollars on a single 202, said, “depending on weather, yellows are clothing they spend ers who shop at clothing stores that shopping trip, believing that it is cru- activities, et cetera. Also, higher the most money are in demand and instead choose cial to express one’s individuality. quality shoes, like snow boots, tend going to be big. on, and the amount to shop at places with less publicity. “I would spend like a maximum to cost more, but I think a good of money they are Alternatively, some even purchase of 450 dollars,” Moy said. “I think sturdy pair that will last you a while willing to pay for what clothing from online sites, such as style is really important in defining is a good investment.” they want may not be threadless.com, which features a an individual.” Although most preferred buying Black and white clear. countless variety of graphic print In addition, there is no single jeans, shirts, and shoes, there are are sophisticated Among the vast t-shirts and yessytle.com, which sells article of clothing that is more popu- still others who enjoy indulging in number of clothing a wide variety of clothing ranging lar to spend money on. Northside dresses. and always in stores for teenagers, the from tops and bottom to outerwear, students spend the most on various “The outfit that I would spend style. most dominant and popu- shoes, and accessories. and differing articles of clothing the most money on would probably lar place to shop for girls is “I like to shop at [a store called] based on their personal style. be for a dress, which is like 500 or Forever 21. Crossroads because the clothes are “The shirt is mainly what I look 600 dollars,” Dina Memic, Adv. 018, “I have to admit I’m a nice,” June Murphy, Adv. 204, said. at the most,” Moy said. “There are said, “but only for a special occa- Forever 21 fan,” Alicia Gresla, “In regular stores the most com- many varieties and styles of shirts, sion.” Never wear Adv. 907, said, “just because mon sizes sell out really quickly but choosing the best one that ac- Even so, others would like to more than three most of the clothes are inexpen- so they only have either really big cents me is essential. Pants usually spend money on specific clothing sive and cute. But I try to only sizes or really small sizes. So if I match with anything, unless they’re that expresses their style. necklaces. buy online; going to the store is shop at Crossroads, they just have a outrageously sore on the eyes, but “I spend the most money on soc- crazy because it’s really disorga- wider selection. I also like to shop at shirts have so many combos. You cer jerseys,” Ricky Martinez, Adv. nized.” threadless.com.” don’t start with the pants and try to 017, said. “Soccer is my passion, so Lina Ibrahim, Adv. 209, fur- A Northside student gave a brief find something that matches with it. I like showing off the teams that I’m Wear slim ther commented on the quality description of her reason for chosing You find the shirt first, and then you into.” scarves with of clothing at Forever 21 stores. to shop online at threadless.com. find the pants.” Diana Obracaj, Adv. 110, also “I like Forever 21 a lot,” “I like Threadless because their t- Rodriguez also shares Moy’s spends the most on clothing that colorful V-neck Ibrahim said. “The quality of shirts are really awesome,” Karen Li, interest in buying shirts, as well as specifically matches her “vintage yet shirts. their clothes isn’t that great, but Adv. 018, said, “and they’re usually jeans. formal” style. it’s a lot cuter than other more on sale.” “I would have to say t-shirts and “I tend to spend the most on expensive places.” Richard Moy, Adv. 104, elabo- jeans,” Rodriguez said, “because any clothing that looks vintage Transparent The best aspect of shopping rated on the type of clothing sold on they’re your day to day clothes. and unique,” Obracaj said, “but at Forever 21 is that one is able yesstyle.com, describing the brand’s You can wear them to school and at with a splash of color, such as cool clothes can be to buy inexpensive yet trendy unique approach to style. home, and the ones I buy aren’t that sunglasses, scarves or necklaces and modest yet hot clothing. “Yesstyle.com offers a great pricey.” dark fitted pants.” “Forever 21 is my favorite variety of modernism,” Moy said. Rodriguez’s choice of spending Even though a student has his or when over a store,” Vernadette Delos San- “It provides a breath of fresh air with money on jeans, as one can wear her own clothing and brand prefer- solid color. tos, Adv. 102, said, “because different styles and is quite trendy. It jeans to a majority of places, is also ences, comfort and originality are you can find really good deals, also uses more comfortable materials shared by a fellow classmate. key to one’s wardrobe. As Giorgio like really nice clothes for a that are form fitting as well.” “I probably spend the most Armani puts it, “in the end, the Avoid mixing a decent price, sometimes really In addition, the amount of on jeans since they all rip and tear customer doesn’t know, or care, if cheap. money Northside students spend on because no one makes them well you are small or large as an organi- cropped top with Among many other popu- a single item of cloth-ing ranges anymore,” Victoria Inojosa, Adv. zation…she or he only focuses on a mini skirt. lar clothing stores for teenage from as little as 20 dollars to as 201, said. the garment hanging on the rail in boys, brands such as Aeropostale, expensive as 450 dollars. Instead of spending money on the store.”

If you do not H&M and Expect to Want beautiful No sandles Bright “Nylon” is a love the clothes, Forever 21 No more than see a lot of hair, complextion, with velcro leggings grab great fashion do not buy are stylish yet one bright color pastel pink in and body? Sleep! straps. attention. magazine. them. innexpensive. at a time. Summer 2009. Page 10 Arts and Entertainment The Hoof Beat Hoobastank doesn’t stank Crystal Lake murders “For(N)ever” will stay forever “Friday the 13th” is back

time to get by Matt Glodz person, tied up in a sleeping bag, over Since Hoobastank what you want by Alessandra Power The makers of the new “Friday a fire. This brings up the question of released their hit song is now. the 13th” remake created a good whether Jason would be so artfully “The Reason” back in In “So balance between beloved aspects and cruel in his method of murder. A 2003, it seemed like Close, So Far,” moments from the previous eleven central premise of the movie is that they disappeared off the band re- movies, to appeal to longtime fans, Jason is a killer, but that he does not the mainstream music flects on how and new and unexpected twists to necessarily enjoy giving people a ri- scene. An album later, hard it must be appeal to audiences unfamiliar with diculously long and painful death and the band is back with to be separated the series. However, the movie’s plot the plausibility of the movie suffered. “For(N)ever,” and this from a loved line was at times confusingly struc- Though many of the actors did a time Hoobastank may one who is tured, and it may be hard to keep up good job at their roles, the best perfor- be back to stay forever. fighting over- for audience members unfamiliar mance was by far by the actor playing The new album is more seas. “We’re with the movie’s predecessors. Jason. Derek Mears seemed to have hardcore and aggressive so close, yet The movie begins with a brief worked hard to try to present the in- than their previous re- so far, and it’s recap of the original massacre of ner struggle and perspective of Jason cords, but in a good way. tearing me camp counselors at Camp Crystal and how he would really be acting at Lyrically, Hoobastank apart,” they Lake by Jason’s mother, Pamela different times, but the script did not goes out to say what it sing. This is Voorhees. The movie then shifts to a give him much to work with. means to say, and with one of the scene introducing five teenagers on In trying to replicate many of its edgier sound, the slower songs a trek through the area looking for the important aspects of the previous message is heard loud on the album marijuana to bring back to the city eleven movies, the film’s editing is and clear. that shows to sell, who are all killed before the at times sloppy and hurried, which “The biggest dif- off Robb’s title card is even shown. The main causes some of Jason’s killings not to ference is our mental soulful vocals. characters, a new group of college register completely for the audience attitude,” vocalist Doug Though the Hoobastank returns with “For(N)ever,” bringing more students, are, at that point, finally because they happen too quickly to Robb said to Go Moxie. subject matter hardcore songs and powerful messages. introduced, and the students become allow for reflection, a shortcoming of “The five years of is deep, the Image courtesy of Amazon.com the primary victims of the serial many horror movies made in current constantly recording and song is by no is probably the hardest yesterday. killer Jason throughout the rest of the times. The film also leaves many loose touring honestly killed means depressing - it is rock song on the album, “We did what was film. The opening sequence with the ends untied, which at times may cause us. We were absolutely actually quite optimistic. straying away from the necessary for each five teenagers is about 24 minutes in the audience confusion in trying to burnt. We had to get Hoobastank does a good alternative sounds of the song,” guitarist Dan length, making it one of the longest figure out what is going on, especially our heads back to where job striking a balance be- band’s previous records. Estrin said. “If it turned in movie history (imdb.com). Con- if they have not seen the previous they needed to be for the tween the fast, energetic, “Who the Hell Am out to be a heavy song, sidering that the movie itself is only versions. writing process on this refrain and the slow, I” reflects on the how that was great. If it’s 97 minutes long, it would have been There are some slow periods, record.” more somber verses. pointless it is to try to a slower, mid-tempo wiser to have a larger portion of the particularly around two-thirds of the The break paid “You’re the One” is fit in and pretend to be ballad, then that’s what movie be about the main characters way into the movie, which seem to off. Hoobastank’s first a ballad that goes out to someone else. “Who the we did.” and the central plot, as opposed to be- have been designed to extend the run- single “My Turn” is an finally finding the right hell am I if I can’t be Following what they ing devoted to the initial set-up. How- ning time. Perhaps the makers could energetic rock song that girl. The lyrics refrain me,” they sing. The song thought was right rather ever, the movie does continue with have better used this extra time to tie embodies the band’s from being too cheesy, has a catchy, uplifting than thinking about the theme of Jason killing thirteen up some unsolved plot points and frustration that resulted while still conveying melody that coincides what the public wanted people in relation to the movie title, concentrate more on the aftermath from having to wait the song’s message. “It with its lyrics, making it was a good move. The “Friday the 13th,” so at least tradition of Jason’s killings instead of expand- for their time to finally hasn’t always been the a good song to listen to album has stellar vocals, is preserved. ing the movie where it does not need shine again. Six years best of times,” they sing. on days you are feeling catchy hooks, and a Once again, Jason Voorhees is to go, introducing new irrelevancies have passed since their The song is a positive, down. variety of sounds that back to his old antics from the older and boring the audience. Some scenes last big break, as the realistic depiction of the Other songs on the keep its listeners en- movies, though his character has feel like they are trying too hard to be singles from their third couple’s relationship. album include “The Let- gaged. also advanced in many ways. In suspenseful, which causes the scene to album, “Every Man for All of its elements are ter,” which is about the “For(N)ever” can this movie, unlike some of the later actually be less tense because the audi- Himself,” did not do so in harmony, making it a letter Robb found that be listened to straight ones in the series, Jason seems more ence is drawn out of the action. well on the charts. “I’ve song that one would like his girl wrote to another through without skip- human than supernatural, causing This movie is rated R with good been patiently waiting in to hear. guy, “Sick of Hanging ping a track, which is him and the plot to be arguably more reason: there are two sex scenes, line / watching everyone Drums and elec- On,” in which he sings a rarity in the music plausible, and allowing the audience instances of topless girls and nudity, passing me by / and I tric guitars give “All about how he world. Hoobastank’s to feel that the movie’s events could a great deal of profanity, and large can’t seem to figure out About You” a hardcore “can’t wait forever, to sound is comparable to actually happen. Another change is amounts of alcohol consumption. / when’s it gonna be my rock feel. “It’s not all know if we’re together,” that of Daughtry, and that Jason’s limp is gone and he can Many characters are seen drunk, turn,” they sing. The about you,” they sing. and “Tears of Yester- hopefully they will find now outrun his prey, making him a marijuana is smoked and cultivated in song has a catchy hook The song is fierce and day,” a song about the themselves with compa- more fearsome foe. the wild, and, of course, there are the and is a great motivator, powerful, delivering its painful memories of rable success. The movie keeps up with timeless obligatory gobs of gore. making it clear that the message full force. This traditions from the original movies, However, “Friday the 13th” does including sex scenes and drugs, and a decent job of including many im- the deaths are always in the order portant aspects and themes from the “Sex… with Mom and Dad” of who did the naughty things first. previous movies, while also mixing Another aspect taken from previous things up with new twists. However, movies in the series is the lack of the plot line is jumpy and confusing, New MTV show makes teens squirm intelligence demonstrated by Jason’s which makes it hard to keep up with victims in trying to survive his at- the killings, especially for newcom- tacks. ers to the series. Thus, while the by Molly McAndrew some good. Creating a dialogue tion. Once “Sex… with Mom The movie has many cheap scares movie may be enjoyable for old fans, The only thing more horrify- between parents and children and Dad” starts becoming more and laughs to keep the audience it would likely be less enjoyable for ing than talking about one’s sex about sex is very important. educational and less shocking, the watching, and most of the good people who are unfamiliar with the life with one’s parents is doing it According to talkingwithkids. producers of MTV will probably scares are enough to make viewers story. on national television. Nonethe- org, children who have a stron- yank it off the air. To keep the jump without being less, Dr. Drew Pinsky’s new MTV ger communication with their die-hard MTV fans happy, Dr. too gruesome or show “Sex… with Mom and parents about sex are less likely Drew incorporates unappealing, overdone. Dad” will do just that in short, to be involved in high-risk sexual squeamish activities such as a At the end of half-hour periods that are sure to behavior. Some teens do not rousing game of truth or dare so the flashback of the get people talking. know that they can get pregnant that children can learn of their original massacre of “Sex… with Mom and Dad” their first time having sex. It is parents’ favorite places to have camp counselors from first aired on September 29 on also uncommon knowledge that sex. The show’s representative the first movie in the the MTV channel. This show traditional sex is not the only way claims that these games are to series, Pamela Voor- combines sexual education with to get STDs. Things like this need instill lessons that apparently can- hees is heard whisper- the entertainment of having to be discussed before it is too not be accomplished by talking ing, “Kill for mother, wide-eyed parents in the same late. If children cannot look to alone. This seems slightly far- Jason.” This instance room listening to the sex life of their parents for information, who fetched, but it is a small mishap is the only explanation their child. The producers of the can they turn to? in a generally beneficial show. of Jason’s past and his show emphasize their initiative to Now, as far as nationwide What’s important to re- motives for murder- create a dialogue between parents televising of the families’ dirty member about this show is that ing trespassers in his and children on the topic of laundry, yes, it would probably beyond MTV’s shallow attempt woods that is provided sexual education while still mak- be more ideal for this important to gain viewers, the show is throughout the entire ing the show fun to watch. conversation to happen at home, combating the taboo parents feel movie. This allows One episode that was ex- behind closed doors. On the other when talking about sex with their audiences to not have tremely interesting was about a hand, this is not the first show offspring. It is mildly entertaining to feel any pity or father who refused to have the sex to turn people’s bad habits into in terms of awkward moments, compassion for Jason talk with his virgin, college-bound prime-time viewing - not in the but it also grasps the problems and instead to regard daughter. Dr. Drew brought the slightest. Shows like “WifeSwap,” America’s youth is having with him solely as a killer. two together before she left so “Super Nanny,” and “Moment of sexuality. However, the film- that they could have this impor- Truth” have all relied on this form Is it going to be a favorite makers may have over- tant, and possibly life-changing, of public humiliation in order to of the MTV generation? That is done Jason’s cruelty, talk together. attract fans and earn ratings. If doubtful, considering there are as even by modern Although some aspects of the Americans are going to watch more tasteless things on the air movie standards some of his methods were show seem unnecessary, such as trash television, then why not use such as “Date My Mom” and “Friday the 13th” provides a new, decent take the necessity for awkward realiza- it for some good? “The Real World,” but “Sex… overly sadistic. For on the original movie, not a continuation of the tions to be taped and aired, the Whether or not this show with Mom and Dad” is sure to at instance, in one scene series. show still has the potential to do will last is quite a different ques- least finish out its season. Jason hangs a living Image courtesy of Amazon.com March 2009 Arts and Entertainment Page 11 Zack is back “Coraline” creeps “300” director returns with “Watchmen” out the kiddies

by Riaz Shaikh series of clues and several at- After dominating the box-of- tempts to kill each superhero by Timothy Suh and slight traumatizing moments, fice with his summer hit “300,” individually forces the group Intriguing graphics, eery music, so it is probably best for teens and director Zack Snyder returns to the into a downward-spiral full freaky-looking villains, and disturb- adults while the younger ones should big screen with yet another graph- of conspiracy, deceit, and ing images all packed into one, rated be left at home. ic-novel adaptation: “Watchmen.” tons of action. PG, for kids movie. That’s “Coraline While the background and Created by writer Alan Moore, Much like its predeces- 3-D,” the movie adaptation of the atmosphere of the movie made it “Watchmen” was a graphic-novel sors, “Watchmen” shares young adult book by Neil Gaiman. incredibly captivating, the characters first published in 1986 as part of a many of the qualities of a The movie captures the delightfully themselves also added to the film. 12 comic book series. The movie, typical Snyder film: violence, creepy story perfectly that made the Coraline was somewhat annoying at although $20 million shy of the blood-rage, vivid computer- book such a critically acclaimed hit. first with her nagging and whining opening weekend of “300,” has generated special effects, and The title character, voiced by about her boring life. Her impulsive still proven to be a crowd-pleaser. tons of slow-motion action. Dakota Fanning, is a slightly ec- nature is grating with the audience, The plot revolves around an Immediately after the first centric blue-haired girl whose thirst but as the story developed, the audi- alternative 1980s time period with few scenes the audience is for adventure is not satisfied by her ence grows to appreciate her quick the United States and Soviet Union thrown into the pasts of the distracted parents, boring house, and wit and sensibility that saves her on the verge of “Doomsday.” At “Watchmen.” Along with quiet neighborhood. Her mother from the grasp of her Other-mother. the time, the previously lionized su- some esteemed accom- (Teri Hatcher) and father (Charlie She quickly becomes one of the perheroes have been forced into re- plishments, the flashbacks Zack Snyner, director of “300,” Jones) are writers for a gardening smartest characters in the film, using returns with “Watchmen,” an action tirement by the government due to also portray an illustrious catalog and frequently get frustrated her brain to save her parents while packed movie based on the graphic- by Coraline’s antics. The plot truly civil rights issues. Apart from Dr. array of high-powered, and novel from 1986. managing to escape the traps she thickens when Coraline discovers a Manhattan, all the heroes assume computer-enhanced, action- Image courtesy of Amazon.com runs into along the way. This sort of aliases and live seemingly normal scenes. As far as visuals, this small door in her living room that character development from child to lives until one of their comrades, film is loaded with surreal comic-book dialogue propels the leads into an alternate world where young adult is just as important to the Comedian, is murdered. This details, which although obviously film to another level. The acting everything is seemingly perfect: the film as its dark mood and delight- mysterious and suspicious incident fantastic, are nevertheless captivat- isn’t on the same caliber as movies exciting and loving parents, thrilling fully disturbing music. leads the vigilante Rorschach on an ing. like “I am Sam,” but is still quite adventures in her own backyard, and The Other-mother was the investigatory mission. The plot is not too complicated persuasive and satisfying. delicious food every meal. Everyone perfect villain against Coraline. Her Convinced that the there is a and is somewhat archetypical. The film is highly enjoyable looks exactly as they did in the real initial sickly sweet nature is equally conspiracy to kill all superheroes, Good guys find mystery that re- and is a great movie for action, sus- world except for the curious ailment as dangerous as the crazy, aggres- Rorschach - along with the Silk flects a common ethical dilemma, pense, and fantasy fanatics. It’s safe of having buttons for eyes. Every- sive monster she later becomes. Spectre 2, Dr. Manhattan, Nite which causes one of the protago- to say that this film will “geek-out” thing seems great to Coraline until Feared by everyone in the movie, the Owl 2, and Ozymandias - launches nists to betray his friends. Still, the all audiences, not just comic-book her mother in the alternate world, Other-mother strikes fear into the a campaign to solve the mystery. A characters, action, and classic junkies. called “the Other-mother,” tells viewers with every scene she appears her that Coraline could stay only in. With growing dread, the loving if she sewed buttons over her eyes. mother changes into a ruthless dicta- Coraline refuses and escapes from tor of the Other-world. “Confessions of a Shopaholic” the anger of the Other-mother back “Coraline 3-D” features stop- into the real world, only to find her motion animation, a movie-making deserves a little more credit parents abducted by the Other-moth- technique that involved manipulation er. After desperately seeking help, of figurines to portray the characters. Coraline realizes that only she could The movie uses figurines of creepy forces all viewers to question the save her parents and risks her life to old ladies and a freakish mother/ level of hypocrisy present within enter back into the “Other-world” to spider-monster. It takes a great deal their lives. However, it also causes find her parents. of effort and dedication to create a one to wonder whether or not The movie’s underlying creepi- stop-motion film, let alone the first this level of hypocrisy has led to ness that is characteristic of director fully 3-D stop motion film. Every positive outcomes such as self dis- Henry Selick was intriguing. Selick, frame of the movie requires deli- covery and new relationships. No who also directed “The Nightmare cate manipulation of the figurines’ matter the take on the irony, all Before Chistmas,” has the uncanny miniscule facial features so that the fall hard for the Girl in the Green ability to make even the most in- mouth matches the words that are Scarf, the pen name selected for nocent objects seem sinister. It was being spoken. It is painstaking work, Rebecca, as she relates monetary interesting to see how the different but results in lifelike characters that matters to the average woman. characters, objects, and situations in are often lacking in more common Throughout the film, Fisher “Coraline 3-D” change from sweet computer generated imagery (CGI). maintains an appropriate character and innocent playthings to dark and The subtle nuances incorporated into - she is young and adventurous, sinister dangers over the course of each of the character’s faces speak but not invulnerable. Viewers can the movie. The soundtrack by Bruno volumes about their personality and connect with her character as they Colais, composer, also added a sense intentions. The incredible risk in watch her father break out the of creepiness. Coraline’s theme song using stop-motion opposed to CGI dance moves all know so well. The is played throughout the movie, was more than matched in its artistic character is complete when the au- sounding happy and playful during presentation and overall character dience is disgusted with Rebecca’s one scene and then dark and evil in presence in the movie. self-centered nature and when she the next. The 3-D sector of the movie was gives away her bridesmaid dress Perspective and setting are also also incredible, albeit unnecessary. It “Confessions of a Shopaholic” “truly attempts to provide in favor for an interview outfit. employed to create the creepy atmo- is enjoyable to see the movie with a a source of hope not only for shopaholics, but also drug Overall, Fisher’s performance is sphere. Portraying the movie through realistic perspective and thrilling to addicts, alcoholics, and all those who suffer from a need that truly remarkable in the fact that Coraline’s eyes allows the viewer to see monsters jump out of the screen cannot be quenched.” feel her excitement and fear through- at you. However, the 3-D glasses Image courtesy of Amazon.com she connects with the viewer and allows the viewers to immerse out the movie, while the setting that block out some light, making some changes from day to night, from the darker scenes harder to see. has already been filled, leading themselves in the film. Hugh Dan- by Claire Kilpatrick real world to the alternate, immedi- “Coraline 3-D” has made its At first glance, “Confessions her to apply for a job at Successful cy portrays the overlooked editor, ately set a scene’s mood. The movie’s way into the hearts of moviegoers of a Shopaholic” could easily be Savings, a finance magazine in the cute and witty. It is understandable chilling presentation is spectacular to around the world, opening 3 at the deemed the first in a multitude same building. As Rebecca has no why the audience is drawn to the watch. However, despite the movie’s box office. If one is looking for an of chick-flicks that will overtake knowledge of financial matters, character. The cast is delightful appeal enjoyable movie that leaves view- the box office in 2009. These the interview is an epic failure. and honestly; many would doubt to younger moviegoers, “Cora- ers thoroughly entertained, if not chick-flicks, while providing for Rebecca is shown in the next the possibility of success of the line 3-D” will probably leave many slightly disturbed, “Coraline 3-D” an hour’s worth of entertainment, scene in the movie after having a film without their addition. 6-year-olds with frightening images hits the nail on the head. are often done in bad taste, filled few too many. She decides to write Overall, what some attempt with erotic messages, and lacking articles for both the fashion maga- to pass off as a movie stereotyp- a sense of completion. The viewer zine and for Successful Savings. ing women, the film is truly the is left unsatisfied and is bound One offers a wonderful sample of first of its kind. “Confessions of a to leave with a twisted mindset writing that likens monetary issues Shopaholic” allows the audience due to the multitude of mindless to fashion, and another, meant for to hope, as it twists through its jokes. Thankfully, “Confessions the editor of Successful Savings, complicated plot. Viewers embark of a Shopaholic” will not mark Luke Brandon (Hugh Dancy) on a journey in which they hope the beginning of the multitude of offers five dollars, telling him to Rebecca can overcome her debt, unsatisfying chick flicks. Rather, it get some breath mints. However, get back together with Luke, be marks the beginning of a new cin- the letters are placed in the wrong successful as a recovering shopa- ematic era, one filled with laughter envelops, and Rebecca is on her holic, and not inherit her father’s and hope. way to becoming the new face of dance moves. In a world in which From the first scene the atten- finance. The story takes a twist as a lack of optimism is plentiful, tion of the audience is captured Rebecca explores the possibility of it is refreshing to see something as Rebecca Bloomwood, (Isla a relationship with Luke, attempts that takes the audience into an Fisher), a young girl, is fascinated to avoid a relentless debt collector, alternate universe where there is with the prospect of a credit card. and faces her fears and declares a happily ever after. Rebecca rep- Rebecca develops as into a regular herself a recovering shopaholic. resents the multitude of addicts in twenty-something year old, except The article sent to Successful the modern world; and although that she has racked up $16,000 in Savings allows an opportunity for it takes a lighthearted stance, Re- debt. Rebecca will attempt to re- all to understand fiscal matters, becca truly attempts to provide a lieve her debt through many differ- something which is normally im- source of hope for all. If Rebecca ent means; however, she ultimately possible to understand. The irony can overcome her addiction, then Though it may seem like a harmless children’s movie applies for her dream job at a high within the statement is obvious, a perhaps alternate universe of at first glance, “Coraline” in 3D is actually quite creepy ranking fashion magazine. When woman $16,000 in debt offering “Confessions of a Shopaholic” is and may frighten young moviegoers. Image by Vasiliki Mitrakos she arrives at the interview, the job financial advice. This point really one that might not be so far away. Page 12 Editorials The Hoof Beat Letter to the Editor Another dinosaur dies off White history month? The death of print newspapers [Editor’s note: The following letter is intended as satire, in response to a column by Evan Rogers details surrounding the story tage over newspapers due to in the February issue of The Hoofbeat.] The Hoof Beat is becoming as well as the story itself. The their low release frequency, as obsolete. articles should answer questions the daily released newspapers Dear Hoofbeat: Newspapers, in general, are about why things happen, how would be an obviously prefer- I applaud your astute assessment of the unfortunate plight of white people in becoming obsolete. Internet it will affect the reader, and able alternative to the weekly America, put forth in last month’s column, “White History Month.” It’s high time media will soon overwhelm the what the long and short-term or biweekly, and often shorter, that someone in the media expressed some awareness and sensitivity to the struggles dying paper market, replacing effects may be. By doing this, magazines. However, with such of our oppressed people. the eighty-page newspapers of the writer can provide a deeper a frequent release schedule and For years, students in our schools have been able to identify Martin Luther King, today with the brief, generic analysis than what is found in increased quality, pricing may Harriet Tubman, and Rosa Parks – even sometimes correctly connecting them to blurbs that show up when the purely fact-based articles become an issue. different eras and achievements in history – so we are long overdue in turning our you search a topic in Google that typically occur on the cur- There is, no doubt, still an attention to the accomplishments of underappreciated white Americans. You nomi- News. The web will become the rent popular news websites. audience for the traditional nate several white Americans, all of whose achievements have thus far remained dominating form of media, kill- Time Magazine offers the newspaper format that would buried in the obscure volumes of American history: Thomas Edison, Benjamin ing the once popular pages of kind of weekly analysis that be disenfranchised by any Franklin, and George Washington. I have a dream that someday our students, and newsprint in a few swift mouse could save newspapers and has change in the newspaper, lead- maybe even our nation, will know these names, too. clicks. in turn experienced substantial- ing to a slight and temporary You are also wise to observe that virtually limitless and often free genealogical We live in a world of instant ly larger sales than the leading drop in circulation. However, resources online do not necessarily compel people to research their ancestry, so it gratification, and newspapers newspapers, selling about 3.5 if the price of a newspaper was is probably best to amalgamate our collective white ancestry, rather than make any certainly cannot offer this. We million copies per issue as the raised as the quality increased, efforts to discern among the dozens of distinct European cultures. There is power in want the news as it happens, New York Times circulation any damage to sales due to the numbers, and we as subjugated white Americans need to band together to fight the and we do not want to wait dips to about 1 million copies. loss in circulation would likely marginalization that threatens the very existence of our “roots,” as you explain in until tomorrow morning for the If newspapers could emulate be relieved by the higher cost. your column. As we account for a mere 80% of the U.S. population, we must band paper to arrive. Print newspa- the writing style of Time Maga- A better product can maintain together to make our tiny voices heard. It’s no wonder whites are so absent from pers cannot supply the break- zine and other leading news sales at a higher price. Pay- history and literature lessons, cultural celebrations, and a respected status in the ing news story coverage that a magazines – longer articles, ing more for a newspaper in American landscape. constantly updated website can, more analysis, more images per a time when newspapers are Just as Black History Month permitted black people to have pride and dignity in but there is definitely still hope article – on a daily basis, they barely selling at their current their racial history and identity, I have faith that establishing White History Month on the horizon for the dying would be able to avoid direct price may seem unlikely, but will finally allow white people to know the pride and dignity that come only after a newspaper market, even with competition with the online just remember the days when it race of people has triumphed over centuries of adversity and institutionalized rac- such gloomy setbacks like the news sources and magazines, was thought to be insane to pay ism. Hopefully whites will finally feel validated and valued by the country in which loss of 80 newsroom jobs at the nullifying the competitors that for radio – consumers will pay they have lived as outsiders for so long. Chicago Tribune. threaten to push them to extinc- for a product that is generally We shall overcome! If newspapers were to tion. perceived as superior, despite develop a more features-based Even web sources that adopt the cheaper alternatives. Sincerely, approach to their normal news a similar approach to the news There is little doubt that Mrs. Nora “Jonathan Swift” Flanagan stories, presenting a deeper would be at a disadvantage newspapers are becoming a analysis of the events rather to the colored newspapers, as thing of the past, fading away Dear Northside community, than focusing solely on giving images appear clearer and more with VHS tapes and cassettes We would love to hear your reactions to our newspaper’s content. If you have the facts, then the news section vivid in print. The consumer’s in favor of newer, better, and any strong reactions to our editorials, we urge you to let us know in the form of a would be able to provide a preference for printed images is more customizable alternatives. “Letter to the Editor.” In order to publish them, however, they have to meet a few unique experience that could proven by the staying power of However, if newspapers can basic guidelines: they must express an opinion without citing gossip or rumors not be found on msnbc.com fashion magazines, which have reinvent themselves, increasing as sources, they must written to The Hoof Beat as a whole, and signed with the or any other online news site. remained popular despite many the quality and exclusiveness of writer’s name, and the language must be deemed appropriate for publication. We Newspapers should not focus online competitors due to the in-depth stories, they them- create these guidlines in order to allow for thoughtful discussion in our community. on the bland who, what, where, glossiness and attractiveness of selves can make a comeback Thank you, when, and how of the news, but the printed images. Magazines that the other dinosaurs could Zlatana Alibegovic and Vasiliki Mitrakos rather the why, explaining the would also lose their advan- only dream of. Point/Counterpoint: should the interview matter? Of course No way by Riaz Shaikh Now here’s the argument. Individuals opposing by Dan Graham applicants are required to have inter- Another college application process editorial; the idea that college interviews should carry con- College interviews may start to views, so it seems to be a large factor instead of rambling over the given, let me first sum- siderable weight in the decision-making argue the play a bigger role in the process of in their admissions decisions. marize the facts. The college application process following points: it isn’t an adequate representation admissions and applications - but why A Princeton University interview- sucks. It’s long, redundant, over-bearing, time- of the student, a student may accidentally give off a should they? Currently, most admis- er says to “be yourself ” (epinions. consuming, and time-dependant. Most seniors will negative impression of h, or that it doesn’t gage the sions officers claim that an interview com), but he also says not to be ner- admit that, if they had known the shortcuts of the student in an academic spotlight. plays only a small part in the final vous, and to dress up for the interview. process at the beginning of their senior year, they You are the best representation of yourself. admissions decision, but can be very In an interview, staying calm is often would have saved countless hours on applications. Seems like circular logic, but it’s common sense. important for a borderline candidate easier said than done. In a setting Let’s focus on the topic at hand: college Secondly, the interview will be about a subject to (www.collegeview.com). Depending where you are interviewing with a interviews. After hours of working day and night, which you have not only all the answers, but also on how an interview goes, this short person you know nothing about, you finally you get a glimpse of some light at the end the questions. The general interview covers two event can get a candidate accepted, will probably be extremely nervous. of the tunnel. A little PC beep tells you that you areas: you personally and your candidacy for the but could also stop him from entering One member of College Con- have incoming mail, and your heart starts pound- school. There isn’t one question, apart from maybe what may be his or her dream school. fidential, an Internet forum for ing. You click on the mouse, it doesn’t work. For your blood-type, that an interviewer may ask you As someone who frequently gives discussing all things college-related, a few seconds you freak, and then finally it opens. and you won’t have an answer for. Furthermore, if poor first impressions, I know that an says that at Harvard, the interview It reads: “Dear Applicant, we are happy to inform you don’t have a good answer for why you are the interview can be tough the first time is potentially very important. They you that ABC University has interview availability prime applicant for the school, then you probably you meet your college representative. cite grade inflation, where a student’s in you area.” You’re ecstatic, you laugh, you cry, aren’t very interested in the school anyway. The college uses the interview to tell grades are artificially raised, and the you sing a song. As for your impression, if you arrive late, wear you about the culture of the school flattening of SAT rankings as two The details may differ slightly, but overall, this indecent clothes, use profanity, and can’t answer and what they look for in applicants causes for this. A sympathetic teacher scenario remains constant from one student to simple questions, then there is a slight degree of during the admissions process. They can raise a student’s grade or grade another. Colleges usually grant interviews to stu- risk. On the other hand, if you refrain from these want the interview to go well and get them less harshly, and it’s been shown dents they find to be formidable candidates. These things (which is pretty inevitable), then your inter- the best possible information about that a student with a 1450 scores is students have some attractive element in their view will have been successful. Also, the interview you (www.collegelab.net), but then if not much better than a student with a application which earns them a valued interview. is basically a dialogue between two people. I know it doesn’t go as planned, you’re out of 1550 score (talk.collegeconfidential. The over-arching question is whether or not this some students are shy and have poor communi- luck. The interview can work against com). A third is that teacher recom- interview should hold enough weight to sway the cation skills, but this isn’t a PowerPoint or oral you if your tongue slips, if you don’t mendations are becoming less useful, outcome of your decision. I believe it should, and presentation; it’s a conversation about YOU. How dress well enough, or if you make any like when a teacher doesn’t know the this is why. hard is it to answer questions about your favorite other tiny mistake that the interviewer student well and writes a recommen- Regardless of how much time you may devote sport, subject, movie, and why a certain school is a picks up on. It’s all about giving the dation that just gives a list of things to your application, you won’t be able to fully good “fit” for you? If you do have even an ounce of best first impression. contained in the student’s transcript. present yourself as a person. At most, the admis- charm and can easily slide into a conversation, then Georgetown University’s admis- To a person who gets nervous eas- sions officer will learn of your grades, hobbies, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. sions department says, “The interview ily, this seems like a bad thing. A bad and some distinct life experience from the essay. Lastly, the college interview shouldn’t revolve is an opportunity for applicants to impression can be disastrous, and an That’s really not enough information. However, around your academic persona. Your grade point express themselves to the admissions applicant’s inability to make a good an interview is an opportunity to express yourself average (GPA), ACT/SAT scores, AP scores, and committee. Interviewers are not look- impression may lead to his rejection and your character to the maximum. Besides, the course selection of the past four years define you ing for any specific information about from a college he or she is qualified entire point of the college application is to acquire as an academic. The interview, like the essays and the applicant; rather they seek to for. Universities and colleges should a better understanding of the student. What better recommendations, is designed to scrutinize a differ- have a general conversation about the make the interview less important in way to paint a picture of yourself than 60 minutes ent area of your candidacy: you as an individual. It applicant’s thoughts and interests.” their admissions process, maybe by of informal dialogue, in a coffee shop, about your isn’t like a business interview; all the statistics and Say your interests don’t match only doing interviews for candidates favorite topic: you? This is the basic gist of the col- numbers have already been gathered through your what the school wants, despite your they know they want to accept. This lege interview. secondary school report. great grades and SAT/ACT scores. would make the interview a getting- It’s a lot easier for people to communicate and In the end, the college interview has virtually You could be rejected in favor of to-know-you event more than an event understand visually than through pages of tedious no detriment. By attributing more weight to the a candidate with interests that an that could destroy the hopes of a essays. That is, anybody who isn’t mute can convey interview, both schools and students will benefit. admissions officer thinks are better qualified candidate A failed interview his entire application in about 10 minutes. You Schools will have an additional category by which suited to the school. At Georgetown, might just leave an otherwise qualified know how a picture is worth a thousand words? to distinguish worthy students, and students will one of the top 100 colleges in the contender behind as he watches his or I like to say an interview is a worth a thousand have yet another chance to present themselves and nation according to Forbes, first-year dream college sail out of reach. pictures. stand out in the college application process. March 2009 Editorials Page 13 Editorial: Mélange The Hoof Beat Speaks out against prior review Keep U.S. It is certainly no secret: leave your First when students are not at fault, “shoddy receives additional points simply because it Amendment rights at the door of the school journalism” can be cited as a reason censor- is not reviewed prior to publication by their in the mornings. Administrations all around ship can occur. This is the case at Stevenson administration. The expectation by review weapons out the country enjoy a great deal of freedom High School, where a recent policy of prior committees is that newspapers remain student under the guise of protecting their students, review was instituted, where Stevenson had run, a great portion of which goes away when of foreign especially when it comes to censorship of the previously enjoyed full editorial discretion. the content is already reviewed. school newspaper. Prior review falls under the classification of An even more damaging effect of prior hands The school is a public forum that fosters a censorship, though it is less often recognized review is self-censorship. Students become safe space for students to express themselves. as such; it is just more indirect. afraid to publish things that are antithetical by Melissa Jordan If you give a hungry person a sand- It is a place where dialogue, whether critical “Prior review by administrators, school to the school’s view or counter the adminis- wich, do you have any right to complain or not, is expected and not dismissed. This officials or teachers, other than publications tration’s perspective because they “could be” if that person uses the sandwich to start a is even more significant in the context of a advisers, is illogical, journalistically inap- censored or anger someone in power. The food fight? school newspaper whose editorial page serves propriate and educationally unsound,” the journalism that goes on in schools becomes a Many American citizens think so. On an important function: to express the opinion Journalism Education Association (JEA) said propaganda device for the school rather than February 23, following the recent Israel- of the paper in a way that is conducive to an on their website. a medium through which discussion can be Gaza conflict, Amnesty International’s ever-evolving discussion that ought to happen Administrations who engage in prior facilitated. Worse yet, students learn that their website (amnesty.org) issued a report in schools. review are sending their students two mes- thoughts are simply not important and their titled “Fuelling conflict: Foreign arms The newspaper is often regarded as a very sages. The first is to the editors and writers of voices do not count. supplies to Israel/Gaza.” It is noted in the influential part of a school experience, pos- the paper: you are incapable of using good “[Self-censorship is] the most chilling and report that both the Israeli army as well sessing the power to shape students’ opinions judgment, so let us decide what is appropriate pervasive form of censorship in schools,” JEA as Hamas used foreign weapons. It was more than any other source. It is in its nature and what can be publically heard. The second said on their website. “Fear like this can elimi- also mentioned that the weapons used by to be influential because it is written for message is to the student body: you are not to nate any change of critical thinking, decision Hamas were far less lethal than the weap- students, by students, and about students. The be trusted as an educated public and therefore making or respect for the opinion of others.” onry used by Israel. Ultimately, the British editorial page, for instance, often discusses we will decide whether your sensitive ears are The ideal Northside is open to the discus- newspaper, The Guardian, reported the issues that pertain to the student body very suitable for such material. sion that the newspaper staff feels is war- death toll for the recent conflict at a mas- directly and often targets things that interest “[A policy of prior review] will encour- ranted. This school would be a better com- sive 1,300 Palestinians and 13 Israelis. students. The hope is, then, that students will age more discussion about how you deal with munity if it were precisely what Mr. Rodger’s Our elected officials must have their find in the editorial an opportunity to speak [sensitive] issues and more of a conversation describes it as. heads in the sand. During the 1980-88 out in either agreement or disagreement. about audience,” David Noskin, Stevenson’s “A more profound measure of our Iraq war with Iran, the United States Naturally, to those in power, this is a scary Communication Arts Program director, said success is evident when we reflect upon the (U.S.) supplied Saddam Hussein with prospect. If the paper really does have power to the Student Press Law Center. intellectual, social and emotional develop- weapons and aided in the development of to shape subjectivities, then the idea of false While many Chicago Public School’s ment that cannot be captured on standardized Iraq’s chemical, biological, and nuclear and malicious material means that the paper newspapers undergo prior review, some of the tests,” Mr. Barry Rodgers, Northside Princi- weapons. The U.S. also supplied the Tal- also possesses the ability to create a tension most successful, like Lane Technical College pal, said in a welcome letter to new North- iban with weapons during the USSR’s oc- between students and the administration. Prep High School’s, do not. side students. “We are nurturing extremely cupation of Afghanistan during the 1980s. And, because the school, as the newspapers “We have a really good relationship with capable, creative, and ethical leaders who are One Operation Iraqi Freedom later, have publisher, does not have the ability to sue our administration,” Anna Treesara, the Edi- positively changing the world.” we forgotten how this mess started? Have itself, they have the right to “prior review” tor-in-Chief of “The Warrior,” Lane’s news- While Stevenson High School sends their the 4,255 United States soldiers killed in in order to prevent that false and malicious paper, said, “so we get the privilege to not students a vote of no confidence through Iraq as of March 5—and many more still material from ever seeing the light of day. undergo prior review. They have never seen prior review, we urge the Northside adminis- fighting in Afghanistan—not shown us Court rulings in an inappropriate article in our newspaper.” tration to remain true to its values and respect Hazelwood School District v. that the dissemination of weapons will outline the conditions under which While Lane Tech ought to be recognized student rights by eliminating prior review Kuhlmeier, only come back to harm us in the future? censorship may occur, but the ambiguity in as a successful newspaper by its own merits, and proving to our community that we are American voters and legislators have the law makes censorship easy to justify and when it is submitted for evaluation to national capable, bright individuals who respect and not learned. Our soldiers’ lives have been therefore infringes on students’ rights—even student press organizations, “The Warrior” only seek that respect in return. wasted and we have learned nothing. Donatella Rovera, Israeli-Gaza inves- tigation organizer for Amnesty Interna- Fun with censorship tional, said, “Israeli forces used white by Gigi Lee phosphorus and other weapons supplied by the U.S.A. to carry out serious viola- tions of international humanitarian law, including war crimes.” Amnesty International researchers found the remnants of U.S. weapons used by Israel scattered throughout play- grounds, hospitals and homes. The United States is a major contribu- tor to Israel’s munitions. The U.S. is cur- rently bound by a ten-year contract with Israel that ends in 2017. This contract states that the U.S. is to provide thirty bil- lion dollars in military aid to Israel. This is a 25% increase in aid since the time pre- ceding the Bush administration, Amnesty International reported. If this incredible misuse of tax dollars during a time of economic insecurity does not enrage you, my dear readers, then perhaps I can appeal to your more emotional side. 1,300 Palestinians are dead. Children have watched their parents die or bleed to death from wounds caused by ammu- nition that had been specially designed to produce the most harmful shrapnel. Parents had to watch their children die. Men and women were picking white phosphorous—an incendiary substance that continues to burn for long periods of time—out of their wounds (CBS News). Yet, no outrage has swept through the American masses. There has been no de- mand for an explanation of why America is using tax dollars to buy and distribute weapons instead of food or medicine for our own citizens. If you do not already pay federal taxes, then surely you will someday. Do you want your tax dollars to not go to our own military, our own infrastructure, or our own social programs? Or do you want your tax dollars used to buy weapons for foreign countries, which include weap- ons that by their very engineering break international human rights codes if used against humans? As children, we recited The Pledge of Allegiance, which ended, “with liberty and justice for all.” It is a moral abomi- nation for us to ignore this sentiment while our military aid is used to grossly alienate human rights. When considering which politician to vote for in any future election, ask yourself this: do they sup- port military aid to foreign governments? Why?

March 2009 Sports Page 15 Women’s soccer rebuilds with A new team for a help of new coaches new season by Adriana Garties onship with a record of 15 wins, and only 11 of the positions are When the spring soccer season two losses, and one tie. filled. Men’s lacrosse sets the begins after tryouts, which started “[Last season was] pretty excit- “We’re looking to fill five or on March 2, the women’s soccer ing because we started winning six positions,” said Coach Albrit- standard program will face changes to the right away,” Samantha Wickra- ton. “That’s a lot.” teams and coaching staff. This masekera Adv. 012, said. In addition to losing some by Neda Tolooi On the note of improvement, year, the Women’s Junior Varsity Wickramasekera was a mem- strong senior players, the team is The Northside Men’s Varsity team captains are working to and Freshman-Sophomore Soccer ber of the junior varsity team last now missing its goalkeeper. Lacrosse Team is preparing for deepen the team’s understanding of Teams will have new coaches. Last year when Northside narrowly “We’re probably going to just another season with practices the game and to change the team year’s freshman-sophomore coach, beat Payton in the city champion- have to throw someone in there,” starting in early March and try- strategy from a restricted plan to per- Stephanie Olsen, will be the new ships. The game went into double varsity player Becky Schuba, Adv. outs held on Pulaski Day. The sonal prerogative following a general assistant varsity coach, and Mr. overtime when the two teams 102, said. team hopes to win over rivals, outline. Andrew Stroup, Math department, were tied at one point each. The Last year, Northside’s unify the team, and instill a posi- “Everybody needs to be able to is taking over as junior varsity tie continued and eventually the Women’s Varsity Soccer Team tive outlook. take the reins from time to time and coach. Coach Robert Albritton, match was decided by a series of finished the season as conference As the team begins to prepare start making decisions [while the math department, will remain penalty kicks. champions with a record of 11 for the upcoming season, Cap- game’s in motion],” Speth said. head coach and varsity coach. “We were all on the edge from wins, nine losses, and two ties. tains Jesse Speth, Adv. 906, Ted Key matches to look forward to Kristen Ourada will coach the the beginning; and when we finally “We had a pretty good sea- Kalaw, Adv. 900, and Lawrence this season include games against freshman and sophomore team. won, I remember we all ran out son,” Coach Albritton said. “Our Tran, Adv. 905, collectively decid- rivals St. Rita, St. Ignatius, Lincoln The 2008 spring season ended onto the field and tackled each record didn’t really show some of ed to encompass Track and Field Park, and Lane Tech. The team on a high note for Northside’s other,” Wickramasekera said. the successes we had.” as their method of conditioning. also looks forward to games against Women’s Junior Varsity Soccer Last year, some of the stron- In April, the varsity team Last year, the team attempted to schools in the rest of their conference Team, who won the City Champi- gest players on the varsity team, traveled to Bloomington to play conduct its own conditioning, schedule, including Mather and Taft. including Han- against suburban teams. Accord- but found that attendance was Their ultimate goal is to win the City nah Lantz and ing to Coach Albritton, North- substandard. Championship. Ashley Rivera, side did well against some tough The seniors no longer have Incoming players, predominantly Class of 2008, teams. He added that their overall veteran examples to follow as freshmen, are excited in the prospect graduated. Ri- performance was better than the they are now the leading men that of being on Northside’s lacrosse vera is one of record reflects. younger players look up to. The team. the all-time top “Coaches from other teams fact that the majority of the var- “It looks like fun because it is scorers in the were coming up after games and sity team is a senior-sophomore the only contact sport they offer at women’s soc- saying, ‘Wow, you did really combination is encouraging to Northside,” Farhan Patel, Adv. 204, cer program. good,’” Coach Albritton said. Speth, noticing that the under- said. From 2005 to Schuba agrees. classmen and upperclassmen These new, freshman players are 2008, she made “At the end of the season mixture was beneficial to college being welcomed to the team. 19 goals and we played better,” Schuba said. and high-ranking high school “Skinny guys, fat guys, fast guys, 14 assists for “Towards the end of the season sports teams. slow guys, if you’re interested and a total of 52 we got used to each other. It was “I am excited to see what the prepared for the commitment, we points. kind of a fresh team.” younger guys can bring to the want you out here,” Travis Boewadt, “She According to Schuba and table this season,” Speth said. Adv. 906, said. “Don’t worry if you [Rivera] was Coach Albritton, players to watch This confidence is promot- aren’t great after this first day, week, the rock of the this year include Heather Ables, ing the team to have a positive or year. 99% of our players never team for sure,” Adv. 010, Elana Gordon, Adv. attitude going into the upcoming touch a stick in their lives before Wickramase- 906, and Aral Johnson, Adv. 904. season. Newer players are given freshman year.” kera said. They noted that these are some space to learn as much as they This proves true for the new The team’s of the strongest players on the can. Additionally, the team hopes players. losses from team, and their leadership will be to be more unified and on the “I haven’t really played before graduating important this year. same page. except messing around in the park, players leave “Those three are going to be Since the official season has or something,” Patel said. several posi- pivotal this year,” Coach Albrit- not started yet, the team’s goals However, Speth and Boewadt tions open, and ton said. have not been fully established, both discourage the idea of personal no one is sure In the coming season, both but preliminary objectives are to ability being above teamwork. yet who will fill of the teams are hoping to repeat defeat rival Lane Tech and to re- “It’s not about one guy, or even Coach Robert Albritton addresses soccer players them. The team their past successes in order to deem themselves after a harsh loss a group of guys,” Speth said. “It’s at team tryouts on March 3. usually accepts continue on to the state champi- in last year’s junior varsity game about the whole team and what we Photo by Adriana Garties 17 to 18 players, onships. against Lincoln Park. can do together.” Northside’s Men’s Track Team comes in second to Glenbrook North in January meet

by Zobia Chunara state competition: Maria Torres, Adv. 902, for Triple Jump, of NCP’s cross country team and his fourth year for NCP’s Northside College Prep (NCP) Men’s Varsity and Sopho- and Nelson for High Jump. The 2009 goal for the team is to track team. Both of Northside’s track teams have had suc- more-Freshman Track Team met up with Highland Park, win the sectional title and beat its toughest competitor, Niles cessful starts to the year. Maine West, and host Glenbrook North High School (GBN) West High School. The team’s staff is comprised of nine “This is probably the most exciting year to be on the for the Indoor Classic in Northbrook, Illinois on Wednesday, coaches this season. track team,” Coach Gordon said. “We have the largest January 18. GBN won the meet with 47 points, NCP came “I think we have a lot of good coaches, and that helps a coaching staff, in Illinois, and all of them are former athletes in second with 44 points, and Highland Park won third place lot. Everyone seems really dedicated, so that should help,” and have competed at the national level as well. This is going with 40 points. NCP’s Men’s Varsity Track Team’s record is Andrew Czyszczon, Adv. 013, said. “Each meet is impor- to be an historic season for us.” currently 10-4. tant, like Niles West is a “We train well. We have good coaches. You know, it lot of competition, so it becomes 90% mental,” Mr. Jose Nebrida, assistant coach, is good to see where we said. “What happened with the varsity boys was that they are at.” impressed us because they had the enthusiasm, a winning The next important attitude, and of course preparation is always vital. They meet that NCP is looking were here everyday, training and doing the drills and the core forward to takes place exercise. They did very well.” February 28 in the Niles The teams competing in the mid-January meet fought West Classic. Team to come out on top. Although NCP came in second, Martin members will prepare Melto, Adv. 909, took first in triple jump with 37’1”. He also by working on the drills took first place in the 200m Dash. and training for the High Highland Park won shot put with a distance of 46’3.25”, Jump, Triple Jump, and and NCP came in fifth place with 38’9.5” by Eric Nelson, Shot Put to get to the Adv. 905. Luke Sobieraj, Adv. 100, won the competition in regional events. Pole Vault with a jump of 7’0”. “I’ve been in track Nelson won first place in the High Jump at 7’0”. GBN and field for the last 40 finished second in the event with 5’10”, and NCP’s Hunter years,” Nebrida said. Speese, Adv. 015, took third with 5’4”. Mustangs won the “This is the best team Varsity 4x800m Relay with 9:02, and the sophomore-fresh- we’ve had so far. We are man team finished the 4x800m Relay with 10:06. waiting for the more ex- Northside took a short beating from Highland Park, perienced ones come in, who grabbed hold of the 800m event with 2:17 and won the like Eric Nelson, Wemi Mile event. NCP went on to win Varsity 4x160m Relay by a [Jemine], Adv. 903, all the tenth of a second, and Northside’s Men’s Sophomore-Fresh- other ones who’ve been man Track Team took second place. champions, and once they The men’s sophomore-freshman track team anchored do come in, you’ll see us the Mustangs in the 4x160m Throwers Relay. In the Varsity as the regional champi- 4x400m Relay Mustangs finished third. Finally, in the Soph- ons. I believe sincerely, omore-Freshman 4x400m Relay, NCP took second place. we’re going to make it, Northside’s Women’s Varsity Track Team holds a record both boys and girls.” Eric Nelson, Adv. 905, prepares to compete the High Jump competition at a meet at the of 9-3. The team practices are Mondays through Fridays, This year is Head Indoor Classic in Northbrook, Illinois. Northside placed second behind Glenbrook North 3:45 p.m. to 5:55 p.m. Coach Jon Gordon’s at the meet. Only two NCP track and field athletes have ever gone to fifth year as head coach Page 16 Sports The Hood Beat A bonus Contenders training for spring season with Northside’s baseball team prepares for another year by Bushra Kabir with a new head coach. The team’s players took up conference games as well. Yonas The Northside Varsity “It’s going to be different on the opportunities they had “Our goal for this season is Baseball Team has started because he [Coach Stefano] is to prepare themselves for the to be contenders in conference, training for the spring season younger and has more energy,” upcoming season. finish above .500 in wins,” Multi-sport by practicing in an indoor Coach Berry said. “There is “Almost all of us played in Kennedy said, “and personally batting cage and conditioning going to be more energy, and I a summer league this past sum- I want to beat Lane.” retrospection frequently. think that maybe the boost we mer to help us prepare,” Kevin According to Coach “I think this year they have need.” King, Adv. 011, said. Berry, the team will be having by Yonas Zewdie Forgive me, friends, for I have erred. Some of prepared more than any previ- Dave Haffey, Adv. 904, sug- The new coach is known conference games on Mon- you may recall my last column, in which I advo- ous year,” Mr. Robert Berry, gests that pre-season practice to have a lot of experience in days, Wednesdays and Fridays, cated being a single-sport athlete. You may also assistant coach, said. “Because and training hard is important coaching and will be working which leaves Tuesdays, Thurs- remember the numerous arguments that I utilized we have had access to more of in order to be fully prepared for very hard with the team to get days and Saturdays for practice in favor of being a single sport athlete and all the the facilities, and a lot of the the upcoming games. them ready for this season. time if the weather permits. negative consequences of being a multiple sport kids have taken the initiative “Players, especially fresh- “I’ve been coaching for 20 “The problem is that we athlete. However, I am pleased to say that since on their own to go to years,” Coach Stefano said. are kind of at the mercy of the my previous column, I have had a bit of a change the batting cages “But as a new coach weather,” Coach Berry said. of heart. Why, you ask? Well, let’s just say that in for extra condi- to Northside Varsity One of the team’s players, retrospect, I found that the arguments in favor of tioning, they have Baseball Team, I expect Kennedy, received a Division 1 being a multiple sport athlete – or, more specifically, kind of taken the to have them be better college scholarship to pitch at the benefits of being one – outweigh those of being lead on this and prepared and better Bradley University. a single sport athlete. that’s more than conditioned.” “All the years of travel First of all, playing a broad range of sports on any other year The team is aiming baseball and lessons have a relatively regular basis gives you a wide range of since I’ve been high this season, and finally paid off, and I have the skills, talents, and physical tools. Imagine having here. We should they strongly believe opportunity of a lifetime to the hand-eye coordination of a baseball player, the be well prepared they can reach the top. play top level collegiate base- speed of a basketball player, the lateral movement to start the year.” “The ultimate goal is ball,” Kennedy said. “I have to of a football player, the balance of a gymnast, and The team has to win the City Champi- balance a school schedule with the stamina of a distance runner. You probably gotten a head start onships,” Rob Hernan- a sports schedule. I've never would not reap all these benefits from sticking to with their training dez, Adv. 907, said. experienced anything like it. one sport, seeing as how most sports are different in for this season, Along with having a Bradley Baseball is in one of regard to the skills and physical tools that they em- and it is getting a new coach, the play- the best college conferences, phasize. Furthermore, as you play more and more new head coach, ers will be expected to The Missouri Valley Confer- sports, you will come to realize that some things, if Mr. Tony Santo give their best efforts to ence.” not most, carry over. Stefano. Rob Ken- prepare for a successful Kennedy is thrilled about Now, let us for a moment entertain the idea of nedy, Adv. 903, season. his opportunity to play college being a one-sport athlete again. While it is true that one of the team “My goal for the baseball and is looking forward sticking to one sport will fully develop your skills in players, thinks team is to change the to extending his baseball that sport, which would be ideal if you have aspira- that this year, with expectations for North- career. Before he transitions tions of playing beyond high school level athletics a new coach, the side,” Coach Stefano to collegiate level baseball, he or ultimately of getting to the professional level in a team will be work- said. “There is abso- wants to finish strong at North- sport. However, let’s be really real. How many of us ing harder. lutely no reason why we side College Prep. will seriously consider going professional – let alone “Having a can’t compete every year “Any conference games the likelihood of it even happening? No, for most new coach this for the City Champion- will be important,” Kennedy of us at Northside, sports are merely a way for us to season, we have ships.” said. “I think if our team can get in shape, have fun, relieve stress, and, at times, started team “We have the tal- play smart and solid defense, to build social networks, friendships, and attain workouts during ent,” Coach Berry said. we'll be able to make some the winter,” Ken- “Your goal is to win noise in our conference.” status within our respective leagues or cliques. Kevin Jaburek, Adv. 018, warms up before a Speaking of social networking, you may think nedy said. “We've every game. You play to The team’s new head coach taken advantage of baseball game. win a game.” is ready to give his best to of each sport as a type of language. There are dif- Photo courtesy of Kevin Jaburek ferences between many sports, however there are BASH, an indoor Other than accom- make the team give its best. also commonalities, and like languages, some sports batting cage.” men, are greatly encouraged to plishing the ultimate goal “I expect greatness from are related – as many sports have evolved or were Coach Berry has the same participate in these pre-season of winning the City Champi- the team,” Coach Stefano said. derived from other sports. So, what’s the point, you opinion and thinks that the sessions in order to develop onships, the team is looking “Expect nothing else.” say? Like languages, sports are a way to connect team will have more energy their skills,” Haffey said. forward to winning at the with a wide group of people. There is no better way to build bonds and forge friendships than on a soc- cer field, basketball court, or some other sporting turf. Also, when you really think about it, certain A new start for women’s lacrosse sports are very popular in certain demographics, by Anna Cieslik “My personal goal is to use each prac- After what many players on North- while different ones are popular in other areas, and The 2009 spring sports season begins tice to really learn something about the side’s Women’s Varsity Lacrosse Team saw being a “multi-lingual” sports individual would help at Northside on March 2, and Northside’s game of lacrosse,” Coach Merrill said. as a disappointing 2008 season, it is clear you meet new people, and establishing long term Women’s Varsity Lacrosse Team is expect- The returning girls on the team are that Northside’s Women’s Varsity Lacrosse connections. So if you could get several new friends ing some major changes this year. Most pleased with the new coach and can tell Team is looking ahead to the 2009 season by playing different sports, isn’t that a nice tradeoff? noticeable is the addition Coach Lynn how dedicated she is to the team. with a positive outlook and plans to make I mean, who knows where that could take you in Merrill, who will be coaching the team for “Our coach is very dedicated and has it the best season it can be. This may take the future? the first time this year. a lot of experience in playing lacrosse,” some extra work, but the team, as well However, in addition to the social networking “Our new coach has been helping us Dana Westley, Adv. 013, said, “so I have as Coach Merrill, are ready to work their opportunities and physical benefits that you would to condition every week since January,” no doubts hardest to succeed in gain from being a multiple sport athlete, one nice Katrina Capapas, Adv. 905, said, “and that we will the 2009 season. thing about doing multiple sports is that you are we've had a number of open gyms so we improve and “This year we far less likely to get bored. You are learning new could get playing time before the season have a great have high hopes to skills each session, doing different drills, different actually started.” season.” have a better record exercises, with different people each time. Whereas Coach Merrill is looking forward to The new than the past two if you were to look at your single sport counterpart, coaching the Northside Women’s Varsity girls trying years,” Westley said. you will find most often that they tend to suffer Lacrosse Team, and she has a positive feel- out for the The girls may be from burn-out factor. Look at it this way, if you eat, ing about success the 2009 season could team this year pushing themselves sleep, think, and breathe a certain sport, no matter bring to the team. have noticed to do their best, but how enjoyable it may be, or how much you may “This will be my first year coaching the coach’s they definitely do like it, you will eventually get bored with it; you at Northside,” Coach Merrill said, “and positive influ- not feel that fun of will want some variety. Incidentally, this boredom already I can tell it will be a great experi- ence as well, the game is lack- at times can affect your growth in the sport and, ence.” leading them ing from this year’s sadder still, can lead to early peaks and plateaus Coach Merrill’s addition to the team is to believe team. with respect to the physical or cerebral elements of exciting for many of the players, but with that they will “I really expect the sport. the new coach comes new goals and expec- enjoy playing to have a lot of fun Ultimately, though, as I stated both in the tations for this year’s season. Northside’s on the team. this season,” Capa- last issue and this one, the decision of whether to Women’s Varsity Lacrosse Team did not “Lacrosse pas said. actively pursue multiple sports or stick to just one do as well as they had hoped in the 2008 is really Northside’s sport depends upon the individual in question and season, and they are determined to step it fun,” Diana Women’s Varsity La- his or her motives and goals. In the end, the final up a notch this season. Suarez, Adv. crosse Team won’t decision lies with you. “We’re definitely going to be much 207, said. know if their hard stronger this year,” Capapas said. “Most “[The] coach work and dedica- of last year’s squad is returning, so we can is really good tion pay off until build upon what we did last year, and the at making us the season starts in number of new players will help us field have fun and March, but they will two actual teams, which is a lot better than also motivates continue to practice last year because most of us had to play us to try our with their goals in on both the varsity and [junior varsity] very best. On mind while awaiting teams.” the first day the Spring season to Coach Merrill understands that the [of condi- Katrina Capapas, Adv. 905, fires off a shot officially begin. team wants to improve in the 2009 season, tioning] the at lacrosse practice. “As we improve and she is working on some goals of her girls that had Photo by Jeffrey Joseph as individuals and as own to help the team become the best it already been on a team,” Coach Mer- can be. The team is striving to improve by the team before really made [the new play- rill said, “we can apply [our goals] during keeping these goals in mind while they ers] feel welcome.” games and have fun while doing it.” train and condition.