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Dibiaggio Outlines Fundraising Priorities, Future of University Re-Investment, Ivy League Membership Also Discussed THE TUFTS DAILY Where You Read It First Thursday, October 8,1992 Vol XXV, Number 20 I I SCREAM. YOU SCREAM... I DiBiaggio outlines fundraising priorities, future of University Re-investment, Ivy League membership also discussed by STEPHEN ARBUTHNOT Daily Editorial Board In a press conference yester- day, University President John DiBiaggioexpressed his opinions on issues that have faced Tufts in the past and present, and he out- lined what he said were some of the most urgent needs facing the University. Of his first full month as presi- dent, DiBiaggio said Tufts has “some critical needs that require much effort.”Headded thatTufts has experienced a tremendous “growth spurt”inthepastandthat some areas need attention “to achieve the greatest level of ex- cellence.’’ The renovation of Tufts ath- Photo by Stephen Arbuthnot letic facilities, as well as the aug- Tufts President John DiBiaggio mentation of Wessell Library, sion of its endowment; that is as Dossible. I think that is what were listed as the highest where we must focus our atten- Tufts is trying to achieve with its fundraising priorities by tion. [we have a] very modest limited resources.” DiBiaggio. Heals0 said the Medi- endowment for an institution with Re-investment in South Africa calSchool“critical1yneedsalabo- the ambitions of Tufts. We are Speaking of re-investment in ratory building for our basic sci- very tuition-dependent and costs South Africa, a topic that gener- ences” to remain competitive in are getting high -- to the point atedcontroversyon theTuftscam- attractingthebest faculty and stu- where we might ultimately deny pus last year, DiBiaggio said he Photo by Stephen Arbuthnot Ooh... student got free luscious licks of Haagen-Dazs yesterday. dents. access to qualified students. We felt it was “premature” to do so I I Fundraising priorities have to build theendowment; that now. “Tufts athletic facilities are is, money that is available for “I’m not yet convinced that Policy change in Tufts’ antiquated and in serious need of student aid and other programs.” the South African government is - upgrading,”said DiBiaggio. “The DiBiaggio added that, “ide- really prepared to make the nec- athletic facility isafactorin which ally Tufts would follow a need- essary modifications in its struc- divestment unlikely now students decide which university blind admissions process, based ture [in the area@ indiyidual by CHRIS STRIPINIS fall of 1991. ABoard of Trustees to attend. [We need] attention in solely on an applicant’s intellec- rights,” DiBiaggio said yester- Daily Editorial Board voteon theissue, which hadorigi- this area to keep students [pres- tual capabilities. In reality Tufts’ day. Membersof the Boardof Trust- nally been planned for last ently] enrolled competitive [ath- resources are finite. Unless you He added that while he was ees indicated this week that they February’s meeting, wasresched- letically] and also to be competi- have a large endowment for that president of the University of foresee no immediate change in uled for the May meeting in an- tive in the market-place to attract purpose, you have two options: Connecticut in 1978,itwasoneof the University’s policy of divest- ticipation of further reforms in the very best students.” you can either raise costs to other the first universitiestodivest from ment in South Africa, while Uni- south Africa. He continued,“The library on students or reduce expenditures South Africa. versity President John DiBiaggio TrusteeWilliam Meserve con- this campus has to be primary [in in other areas, which would im- He said we should “re-assess” offered his first public comments firmed this week that “there was fundraising importance] because pact the quality [of a Tufts educa- the situation,but “now is toearly” on the issue. no vote or change” on the issue at it is the academic heart of this tion]. So you have to find a bal- to re-invest. Former University President the May meeting. Meserve was University.” ance in providing as much aid as Ivy League? Jean Mayer had announced his unsure of whether the issue would DiBiaggio also addressed the you possibly can and making your Dibiaggio praised Tufts as an intentions to consider reinvesting endowment: “What this Univer- admissions as much predicated Tufts assets in South Africa in the see REINVESTMENT, page 6 sity seriously needs is an expan- upon intellectualcapability alone see DiBIAGGIO, page 8 TCU government candidates participate in forum Monday by DAVID MEYERS highest number of votes will fill Doug Chitel, the next candi- Daily Staff Writa the open seat unfilled by the Class date, stressed a coming together Candidatesfor the Tufts Com- of 1994. ’ of views regarding the munity Union Senate, Commit- Candidates were allotted 2-3 University’s diversity, economic tee on Student Life, and TCU minutes each to present their cam- situation, and political standing. Judiciary spoke to students about paign speech. The first candidate He cited his experiences in high their campaigns at Hotung Cafe to speak, Sam Zabala, described school, especially his work in Monday night in preparation of himself as a “people person” and decreasing drug abuse,. as ex- today’s election. pledged to accept the input of his amples of his leadershipand abil- The 12 freshmen running for fellow students. He also stressed ity to work with the community. Senate seats spoke first, outlining the importance of understanding Candidate Jason Roth told a several ideas and agendas for the the many differentcultures repre- story called “Acres and Dia- Tufts community.There are seven sented at Tufts. monds,” a tale of unfulfilled seats open for the Class of 1996, “Step up to the Mike,” was the Photo by AmaIje Bunford dreams and goals. He connected plus the student with the eighth- campaign motto for Mike Candidates for TCU Senate, TCU Judiciary and Camminttee of he story with his statement: “My Student Life spoke in Hotung Cafe Monday night. Hillside experiences a ‘minor’ fire 1 see FORUM, page 6 Hannallah, the second candidate. I want to learn about Tufts, and I Tufts police officers responded yesterday to reports of a kitchen 1 fire at the 410s in Hillside, according to Tufts Police Sergeant His goals include changing the want tohelpmakeafewchanges.” Domenic Pugliares. basic meal plan, placing pool In addition, she said that she feels Apparently the occupants of the apartment were using the stove tables in the residence halls, and Tufts has a great deal of academic Inside I when they noticed sparks from apotholder near a stove burner. They improving the relationship be- and social potential, and she Viewpoints ...................... p. 3 immediately called the police, and all students living in the 10s and tween Tufts and the Medford pledged to help the school fulfill A Spanish professor argues for the 20s towers evacuated the building, Pugliares said. and Somerville communities. this potential. improvementoftheReligion department, “The fire was basically extinguished by the officer who re- Hannallah cited a strong back- . Kimi Wolson said that she and the Columbus debate heats up. sponded, Officer Michael Lyons,” Pugliares said. He added that ground of responsibility, includ- wants to create computer clusters members of the fire department arrived shortly thereafter to ensure ing working inalaboratory andas in the residence halls, place Features .......................... p. 5 that all traces of the fire were doused. a supervisorfor the Smithsonian. change machines in all thedorms, College Fest returns to the Hynes The third candidate, J. Robert and provide a shuttle bus to the Convention Center for the fifth time, and Pugliares reported “minimal”damageto the counter area and the NOW marches on in its 26th year. cabinets in the kitchen of the apartment which is occupied by six Kelley, claimed to be neither a airport for Thanksgiving, winter, female students. conformist nor a follower. He and spring breaks. In keeping with Sports ............................. p. 7 “No one was hurt or burnt, and the damage was minor,”Pugliares stressed his persistence and abil- her motto of “Wolson, Tufts, and A look at sailing’s weekend results, said, adding that Lyons “pretty much” handled the situation by ity to “get the job done.” You,”Wolson saidthat she would soccer’s double overtime thriller, and smothering the fire with the apartment’s fire extinguisher. Braden Rhetts, the next candi- work for more campus-wide ac- field hockey’s slightly less exciting loss. date said, “I want toget involved, tivities. 8,1992 page two THE TUFI’S DAILY Thursday, October THE TUFTSDAILE Patrick Healy Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor: Paul Horan Associate Editor: Jeff Geller, Elizabeth Yellen Production Managers: Julie Comell, Michael B. Berg NEWS Editors: Caroline Schaefer, Stephen Arbuthnot 9 Assistant Editors: Chris Stripinis, John Wagley Wire Editor: Joel Goldberg VIEwPOIhTS Editor: Jessica Foster FEATURES Editor: Rob Miman Assistant Editor: Massa Bayrakdar ARTS Editors: Elin Dugan. Madhu Unnikrishnan Assistant Editors: Matt Carson, Nadya Sbaiti SPORTS Editor: Phil Ayoub Assistant Editors: Doug Katz, Marc Sheinkin PHOTOGRAPHY Editors: Ami Recordati, Tabbert Teng, Julio Mota Assistant Editors: Tara Kemohan, Matilde Pereda PRODUCTION Layout EditowLori Ruben, Dirk Reinshagen, Jamie Fink Graphics Editors: John Pohorylo, Chris Capotosto Classifieds Editors: Stephanie Romney, Jennifer Rich Copy Editors: Elana Vatsky, Cheryl Horton, Michael Agulnek Larry Azer Executive Business Director Business Managcr: Gizem Ozkulahci Office Managcr: Alyssa Soracco Receivables Manager: Lyle Mays Subscriptions Managcr: JL Mcl Ienry Letters to the Editor plaint. Within close proximity to where Money not available Vote in TCU elections the on-campusYom Kippur services were To the Editor: being held, Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream in The Tufts Daily is a non-profit newspaper. publishc for ”ufts financial aid We would like to encourage everyone association with Tufts University set up an &ondaythrough Friday during the academic year and di To the Editor: ributed free to the Tufts community. The Daily is entire1 to vote in theelections being held today for information table at the Campus Center at ,tudent-m; there are no paid editorial positions.
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