T HE U NIVERSITY OF N EBRASKA - KEARNEY V OL. 98, NO . 5 THE ANTELOPE THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2003 Homecoming fun hits UNK by Chrys Wiebelhaus lowing the Lip Sync competition. Queen finalists are Becky Antelope Staff Writer Schneider, Kenda Olson, Mindy Engler and Billie Livermore. King finalists are Dusty Reynolds, Drew Hanson, David Liakos and Jesse Cain. Leaning under the limbo stick, trekking across the tricycle course Representing Alpha Phi sorority, Schneider is the daughter of and competing with pudding, ketchup and pickle juice in the obsta- Cindy and Mick Schneider of Grand Island. Her UNK involvement cle course are fun activities students can participate in during includes: Summer Advising and Enrollment staff for three years, Homecoming. Panhellenic Director of Recruitment, Student Court Justice, The University of Nebraska at Kearney kicked of Homecoming Chancellor’s Ambassador, Honor’s Program, Dean’s List and The 2003 on Sept. 29 with the theme “The Spirit of the Century.” Newman Center. Participants in 10 residence halls, 10 Greek chapters and three uni- Olson is representing Centennial Towers East. She is the daugh- versity organizations have organized forces to fight for the win in ter of Peggy and David Anderjaska of Haigler. A senior majoring in several Homecoming activities. Secondary Education-Mathematics, she has been a Resident Advisor Events began on Monday with the limbo contest. Tuesday’s activ- for two years, is the Assistant Hall Director in CTE, is a UNK ity highlighted UNK students going back to their early years with the Diplomat, was part of the 2003 Summer Advising and Enrollment tricycle race. The Lopers took on Wayne State College in volleyball staff, is a member of Gamma Phi Beta sorority, and is a member of action. As students were showcased in Crazylimpics Wednesday, Kappa Mu Epsilon and Phi Kappa Phi. Photo by Karri Thunker they competed in the messy food obstacle course. Engler is an Elementary Education major with an English as a “The Spirit of a Century”: UNK kicked off its The Lip Sync, Spirit Competition and the Royalty Crowning will Second Language Endorsement. She is the daughter of Jim and Lori begin at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Health and Sports Center. Friday, the Engler of Holdrege. Representing Gamma Phi Beta sorority, Mindy annual Homecoming celebration on Sept. 29. The Lawn Display Competition will be exhibited and judged at 2 p.m. is the President of Gamma Phi Beta and has been involved in week’s activities consisted of a limbo contest, a On Saturday, the Homecoming Parade will start at 10 a.m. on Nebraskats for four years. Her additional UNK involvement Central Avenue in downtown Kearney, followed by UNK battling includes: Student Diplomat, 2003 Summer Advising and Enrollment tricycle race, a lip-sync contest, a spirit competi- Adams State in the football game beginning at 1 p.m. at Foster Field. staff, Rho Lambda Honor society, Resident Advisor and Dean's List. Last year, more than 1,200 people came to see the Lip Sync com- From Omaha, Billie Livermore is the daughter of Tom and Ellen tion and the crowning of UNK’s royalty. Eight petition, Karla Falk, coordinator of Student Activities, said. Livermore. She is representing Randall Hall and is an students were selected as candidates for the honor. The 2003 Homecoming finalists will be crowned Thursday fol- See Homecoming, page 8 Students embrace cell phone mania

by Jenni Epley People all over the world roaming in other states. It’s the perfect minutes plus unlimited night the local freedom plan. The Antelope Staff Writer depend on cell phones to keep Students are able to travel the plan for peo- and weekend home minutes for local freedom plan is for those them in contact with their country and not have to use ple who travel $39.95 to 3,000 anytime min- customers whose needs remain friends, family and everyone in pay phones to reach their extensively utes plus unlimited night and close to home. With extended Cellular phones are a way of between. College students are loved ones. Plans can be and need to weekend home minutes for coverage outside immediate life these days. People don’t just no different. arranged that allow enough stay connect- $299.95. The disadvantage is calling areas customers get great use their cells for emergencies Brett Bowers, UNK fresh- day-time, nighttime and ed when that every additional minute rates when they need to travel a anymore; they also use them in man, said, "I like to have my weekend minutes for even they’re on used after the allotted minutes bit beyond their normal range. substitute of land-line tele- phone with me whenever I can the biggest phoneaholic. the go. are used costs anywhere from 20 This plan also provides no phones. so people can get a hold of me Alltel, one of the best- Customers cents to 40 cents. roaming or long-distance Cell phones have many and I can get a hold of others. known wireless service who choose The second largest coverage charges within the coverage advantages and disadvantages. My mom also likes the fact that providers in the the total free- area is the national freedom area. The benefits of cell phones are I have a cell phone so she can Kearney area, offers dom option plan. The national freedom The most inexpensive plan that they can be taken anywhere, call and see how I’m doing. I three options for three then choose the plans allows customers to keep includes 300 anytime minutes people can reach each other no think it makes her feel a little bit very different callers. number of min- in touch with friends, family and and 500 night and weekend min- matter what time it is or where better about me being out at The largest cover- utes that they associates in major metropolitan utes for $29.95. For $199.95, a they are and plans can be cus- night if I have my cell phone." age option is the total need. cities within the coverage area. customer can receive 3,600 any- tomized to fit each individual's In addition, cell phones are a freedom plan. Total Total freedom National freedom plans range time minutes and unlimited needs. great way for students to make freedom allows cus- customers can call from 300 anytime minutes plus night and weekend minutes. All Some disadvantages are the calls without having to set up a tomers to make anyone from any- unlimited night and weekend three plans can include caller fees for exceeding the number phone plan in their apartment or calls from coast to where within the home minutes for $35.00 to ID, three-way calling, no answer of minutes allotted, the confus- dorm. Students can also avoid coast with no United States for one 3,000 anytime minutes plus transfer, call forwarding, call ing bills and the less-than-satis- buying expensive phone cards. long-distance or price. The minutes unlimited night and weekend waiting and detailed billing. factory service provided in some Many cell phone plans don’t roaming range from home minutes for $200.00. areas. charge for long-distance calls or charges. Photo illustration by Francisco Itamar 200 anytime The third plan Alltel offers is See Cells, page 8 Greeks learn leadership skills at weekend retreat

by Stephanie Fielder the Greek community through Alpha Tau Omega, Delta Tau influence, motivation, purpose, Delta, Phi Delta Theta, Pi Kappa Antelope Staff Writer action, community and trust. Alpha, Sigma Phi Epsilon and According to the IMPACT phi- Sigma Tau Gamma. There are Sixty students from the Greek losophy, the goal of the program four sororities: Alpha Omicron community at UNK participated is to develop desired leadership Pi, Alpha Phi, Chi Omega and in a leadership retreat at Camp skills, identify new ideas and to Gamma Phi Beta. There are Comeca in Cozad last weekend. develop concrete plans for the many leadership opportunities Members of the Panhellenic campus’s Greek community. within each chapter, and devel- and Interfraternity Councils, as Thus, the focus of the camp was oping the right skills to be an well as other Greek leaders gath- to identify a unified vision for effective leader is important to ered to discuss and relate prob- change. the success of the Greek commu- lems within the Greek communi- “Better relationships are the nity. ty through the IMPACT pro- building blocks to working Several different sessions gram. Facilitators from different together to create change and were held for the participants Greek communities around the often times they don’t realize throughout the weekend which country volunteered to assist that things they are thinking and focused primarily on team-build- with the retreat. feeling are just the same as the ing exercises, communicating “Some of them drove for 15 others that live across the effectively and developing over- hours to be there, which was street…so now they are on the all leadership skills among the really awesome,” Kristie Artz, same page and they have the Greek community. “It was a lot Kearney sophomore, said. She is option of building and strength- of relating situations to Greek a member of Gamma Phi Beta ening the Greek community over life,” Artz said. sorority. the next couple of years,” Cami One skill that the sessions IMPACT was created by the Wacker, Assistant Director of focused on was dealing with North American Interfraternity Photo by Adam Wegner Residential and Greek Life, said. confrontation. Students learned a Conference Program to improve UNK offers six fraternities: Members of the UNK Greek community met to build relationships at a retreat last weekend in Cozad. See Greeks, page 8 Weekend News Entertainment Sports Weather FRIDAY Sunny Greeks plan E.M. Gifford’s Lady Lopers High 71, Low 43 for year, make art on display win against SATURDAY new friends at MONA Metro State Partly Cloudy High 60, Low 35 SUNDAY page 8 page 4 page 5 Mostly Sunny High 57, Low 37 2 THE ANTELOPE CAMPUS BEAT THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2003 UNK CALENDAR CAMPUS BRIEFS Wednesday, October 1: 7:30 a.m. at Central UNK HOMECOMING on America’s Promise.” The NATIONAL BOARD Nov. 7. The Office of the Resume Medic, 8:30-11 a.m. Elementary. FINALISTS ANNOUNCED conference, held September Chancellor, UNK’s Creative at the College of Education. 24-25 in Washington D.C., Kim M. Robak, Vice Writing Program and the UNK FREE! Resume Critique by Saturday, October 4: UNK has announced its brings Asian Pacific Americans President for External Affairs English Department sponsors qualified Career Counselor! Homecoming Parade, 10 a.m. eight 2003 Homecoming and Hispanic Americans and Corporation Secretary at this series. For more informa- on Central Avenue. Finalists. Royalty will be together to discuss immigrant the University of Nebraska, has tion please contact Charles Fort Wednesday, October 1: Big crowned on Oct. 2 after the populations’ opportunities. been named to serve on the at 865-8164 or e-mail him at Fall Career Fair, 10:00 a.m. - Saturday, October 4: UNK completion of the Lip Sync Workshops concerning limited Board of Directors of Fiserv, [email protected]. 3:00 p.m. in the Devaney Football vs. Adams State Competition at 7 p.m. in the English proficiency programs, Inc. (Nasdaq: FISV). Fiserv, Center at UNL. Over 100 (RMAC game), 1 p.m. at Health and Sports Center. federal programs, education, Inc. functions as by providing APO SERVICE employers plan on attending Foster Field. Queen finalists are: Becky small business development, information management sys- FRATERNITY this event. Plan to attend. A Schneider, Grand Island, economic empowerment, home tems and services to the finan- great opportunity to visit first Tuesday, October 7: Office Kenda Olson, Haigler, Mindy ownership and faith-based ini- cial world. This is inclusive of Alpha Phi Omega, UNK’s hand with top-notch employers of Multicultural Affairs Brown Engler, Holdrege and Billie tiatives were also offered at the information concerning trans- co-ed service fraternity is pro- looking to hire you! Bag Discussion, 12 p.m. in the Livermore, Omaha. King final- conference. Lopez is a project action processing, outsourcing, moting a strong push for mem- Oak Room of the Nebraskan ists are: Dusty Reynolds, director of the federal program business process outsourcing bership. This organization pro- Wednesday, October 1: Student Union. Hooper, Drew Hanson, Hot “Access to Higher Education” and software and systems solu- vides students with the oppor- Crazilimpics, 4 p.m. at the Springs, S.D., David Liakos, which helps minority students tions. The Fiserv Board of tunity to perform service to the Mall Walkway/Fountain. Wednesday, October 8: Minden and Jesse Cain, North prepare for college. This con- Directors is a team of respected school and the community. Etiquette Dining Seminar, Platte. Best of luck to all the ference should greatly assist individuals best known in Come to an information night Wednesday, October 1: 5:30-8 p.m. in the Nebraskan finalists. him with his work here at financial, business and invest- to learn more about APO. Sigma Tau Delta-English Student Union Room 238A UNK. ment circles. Robak joins cur- These evenings will only last Honorary, Barbeque and and B. Faculty and students are THIS WEEK AT UNK: rent Fiserv board members: 20-30 minutes and free pizza Anniversary Celebration, 5- welcome to learn how to make FRESHMEN HONOR MASTERS OF SOCIAL Donald F. Dillon, Daniel P. will be served. Information 6:30 p.m. at the Fine Arts introductions, conversation, STUDENTS’ RECEPTION WORK OFFERED Kearney, Gerald J. Levy, Glenn nights will be Oct. 6 at 7:30 green. This annual BBQ wel- the definition of a faux pas and M. Renwick, L. William p.m.in the fireplace lounge comes back all students, facul- more while enjoying a five The Kearney Hub and the UNK will begin offering a Seidman, Thekla R. with a pop tab drive to follow ty and staff to campus and course meal. Kearney Area Chamber of Masters of Social Work pro- Shackelford and Thomas C. and Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the commemorates the 75th Commerce recently sponsored gram beginning in the Spring Wertheimer. The Fiserv board fireplace lounge with pop tab anniversary of the Xi Beta Thursday, October 9: UNK the second annual Freshman of 2004. The program has been also includes Leslie M. Muma drive to follow. Please come Chapter of Sigma Tau Delta at Volleyball vs. Colo. State- Honors Reception at the created and will be delivered and Kenneth R. Jensen. More check them out. UNK. Pueblo (RMAC game), 7 p.m. Nebraskan Student Union earli- by the UNO School of Social information about Fiserv can in the Health and Sports er this week. The reception was Work. Twenty-five candidates be found on the Internet at NEW EXHIBITION AT Thursday, October 2: Loper Center. in honor of the 150 new fresh- who already hold a Bachelors www.fiserv.com. MUSEUM OF Luncheon, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. men participating in the UNK of Social Work will be selected NEBRASKA ART in the East concourse of the Friday, October 10: HAS Honors Program. In addition, through a competitive applica- REYNOLDS WRITERS Health and Sports Center. Poetry Slam, 7-11 p.m. in the Chancellor Doug Kristensen tion process. The program will AND READERS SERIES A new exhibition will be Food Court Atrium of the recognized World Herald offer 39 credit hours on a part- ANNOUNCED unveiled at the Museum of Thursday, October 2: Nebraskan Student Union. See Scholars Scott Vincent of York time basis with classes being Nebraska of Art Sept 12. This “Risky Business” by Ishmael Urban Poet or participate with and Clarissa Long of Hazard taught on weekends (Friday Charles Fort, director of the showing is the second in a Torres, 4-5 p.m. in College of open mic time. Free refresh- for their achievements. evening and Saturday). The Reynolds Writers and Readers series of yearlong exhibitions Education building room ments. Sponsored by the degree can be completed in Series, is pleased to announce focused on education. A125. Hispanic Student Association, UNK PROFESSOR three-and-a-half years. Eligible this fall’s upcoming lineup of Artworks from the permanent the Office of Multicultural SELECTED FOR applicants are encouraged to readers. The series of readings collection will be featured that Thursday, October 2: Spirit Affairs and UPFF. DIVERSITY contact the School of Social all will be at 8 p.m. in The demonstrate pattern and repeti- Competition, 7 p.m. at the CONFERENCE Work at UNO at (402) 554- Brick Room of the Museum of tion as well. The museum is Health and Sports Center Friday, October 10: UNK 2792. Additional information Nebraska Art at 2401 Central open Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Volleyball vs. Co.-Co. Springs Samuel Lopez, an assistant about this opportunity can also Avenue. All readings are free and Sun. from 1-5 p.m. MONA Thursday, October 2: Lip (RMAC game), 7 p.m. in the health and physical education be found on UNK’s Social and open to the public with a is closed all Mondays and Sync, 7 p.m. at the Health and Health and Sports Center. professor at UNK, was nomi- Work Program website at book signing and reception to major holidays. For more infor- Sports Center nated by Congressman Tom http://www.unk.edu/acad/socia follow. Poet Allison Joseph mation contact MONA at 865- Saturday, October 11: UNK Osborne to attend the lwork/. will present Fri., Sept. 26, 8559 or online at Thursday, October 2: Volleyball vs. N.M. Highlands “Opportunities Conference Cuban poet Jose` Kozer will be monet.unk.edu/mona. Royalty Crowning, 7 p.m. at (RMAC game), 7 p.m. in the 2003-Asian Pacific and ROBAK TO featured on Fri. Oct. 24 and the Health and Sports Center Health and Sports Center. Hispanic Americans: Building SERVE FISERVE, INC. poet Jim Daniels will read Fri., Friday, October 3: Lawn Monday, October 13: Display Judging, 2 p.m. Pianist Kenneth Huber, 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Recital Quote of If you have an upcoming event you want listed in the Antelope, Hall. email us at [email protected]. Saturday, October 4: UNK Floats and Banner Check-in, the week: CLASSIFIEDS

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“Drink more Starbucks “Study, study, study. It will “Go to class, go to meals, Coffee.” pay off in the end.” get some sleep. Be kind to yourself and others.” 3 THE ANTELOPE OPINIONS THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2003 Are we really that selfish? ish? night after night. At the end of Searching for a little soul... In other cultures, chil- the two weeks, he had learned dren are often required to enough English to communicate learn more than their pri- with me without an interpreter. mary language, and they That is how dedicated he was to Shiloh usually learn to speak at learn our language. Nichols least two languages fluent- To be honest, speaking only ly, including English. I one language puts me to shame Photo have had the opportunity and I am embarrassed to say that to travel to Calcutta, India, my three years of high school Editor and Warsaw, Poland, in the Spanish have been mostly for- past few years, and their gotten. Sure enough, we can ability to speak and under- take classes and try to learn a stand English amazes me. language. But like I said, it is In India, from birth, children hard to remember any language Puedes hablar o entender otro are taught to speak at least three if you are not submerged in its idioma? Cuantos idiomos languages: English, Hindi and culture. puedes hablar? Bengali. Without an interpreter, Obviously, the best way to If you can read those sen- I was able to communicate with learn a language is to go to the tences and understand them, the people of Calcutta because country and live there. My sis- then you are doing better than of their knowledge of English ter spent one month in Costa most Americans. I am from (certainly not because of my Rica this summer taking sum- America, and I speak one and students to help them learn our without having to worry about learning another language. If knowledge of Hindi or Bengali). mer classes. She came back to only one language. Most language. During this time, they speaking our language, too. If you are not willing to learn In Warsaw, college students America being able to under- Americans don’t see it as a are not allowed to speak any Americans were expected to another language, at least take are required to speak and write stand a lot of Spanish and able to necessity to learn another lan- Japanese. know the language of every the time to help others learn English before they can attend speak more Spanish than most guage and believe that if people My point is that Americans country we visited, most of us English and respect that fact that the university. Their desire to Americans. from other countries are going to are selfish and ignorant (perhaps would NEVER be able to travel, most of them can speak more speak English is remarkable. My friend, April, is taking a move to America, they should even snobbish?) when we say because our language would be than their primary language. When I arrived in Poland, my Japanese class right now and I speak English and adapt to our that people from other countries limited to English. Through my That is certainly more than I can host father could not speak a really admire her for that culture rather than Americans must learn our language or go travels, I have picked up a little say about myself. How about word of English. For two weeks because I know it is a tough lan- adapting to their language and back to where they came from. Polish and my eyes have been you? Cuantos idiomas puedes during my visit, he faithfully guage to learn. Once a week, culture. Are we really that self- People from other countries opened to how selfish hablar? studied the English language she meets with two Japanese have enough on their hands Americans are when it comes to How much is that puppy in the window? Good things come in small and food for your new pet. United States Humane Society, cages through summer’s heat inbreeding, overcrowded cages, ways to get around them and For many of us, falling puppy mills are large-scale and winter’s freezing tempera- minimal veterinary care, and there are just simply not enough packages... in love with a puppy is the commercial dog-breeding facil- tures with little food and water. poor food and shelter. Time agencies to watch over puppy easiest thing to do. There ities that often house mass The dogs are often killed, aban- magazine estimated 25 percent mills. is no wonder why dogs quantities of dogs in poor condi- doned, or sent to other puppy of purebred dogs suffered from Before you fall in love with Jodi are man’s best friend. tions. mills when they are no longer serious genetic problems in that puppy in the window, make Daigh They give unconditional The goal of puppy mills is to able to reproduce. Puppy mills 1994. sure you know where he came love and acceptance to us. produce a large amount of dogs produce hundreds of thousands Thousands of these puppy from. Don’t encourage or sup- Layout The key is realizing that for little money. The people of dogs a year that are sold at mills exist in the United States port puppy mills. Dogs can be a getting a dog is a long- who run these facilities are pet stores, over the Internet, and but the Humane Society of the part of your life for 15 to 20 Editor term and serious commit- more concerned about making in newspaper advertisements. United States has continued to years. The decision can be very ment that takes patience, money than producing a happy The puppies produced at shut down these commercial rewarding but only if you thor- time, and money. It also and healthy dog. puppy mills often suffer from operations. oughly think it through first. requires research to know These places often have health and socialization issues. This organization recently Wouldn’t it be best to know a It can happen to anyone. You what kind of dog is best for you caged ‘breeding stock’ dogs Both issues could lead to created a website geared toward little background about your see a cute, golden ball of fur and where to purchase your continually bred for years with- expense veterinary bills or, even stopping puppy mills. This web- dog before getting him if he’s staring back at you through the dog. out any human companionship. worse, the death of the dog. The site offers the background on going to be a part of your life glass with those big, brown Pet stores often cater to These “breeding dogs” are dogs are given no human social puppy mills and informs buyers for so long? After all, a dog is puppy eyes just begging you to impulsive buyers and buyers forced to produce litter after lit- interaction just like their par- on how to safely adopt a dog. supposed to bring you years of give him a home. You take one often are misled as to where the ter with no hope of ever becom- ents, which is often a critical Although laws exist that prohib- joy and companionship, not look and the next thing you stores get their dogs. Pet stores ing part of a family of their own. factor in a dog’s life. it animal abuse and have mini- months of heartache and confu- know you’re picking out a leash often get their puppies from Throughout their lonely lives Documented problems of puppy mal care requirements, these sion. puppy mills. According to the they are often kept in small mills include over-breeding, puppy mills all too often find Cancer: reduce your risk ever witnessed this only the predisposition. Thus, abstaining from employment in ment. Just to be on the safe risk can be reduced by elimi- Exhale and smile... ugly disease in certain environmental factors a nuclear power plant, one can side, stay away from asbestos, nating the intake of such foods action, you know must be present for the disease reduce this risk (look out, benzene, formaldehyde and or by ensuring that you get the pain and suffer- to develop. In any case, those Homer Simpson). diesel exhaust. your daily dose of vitamin C. ing that it brings to with a family history of cancer The fourth leading cancer Next in line comes tobacco Number nine on the list of victims and those should be wary of the disease risk is Ultraviolet Radiation. smoke, which causes 30 per- cancer-risk inducers is an Traci around them. and take extra steps to prevent Your mother knew what she cent of all cancer deaths in the unhealthy diet. Saturated fat Witthuhn Though a their demise. was doing when she slathered U.S. Cancer caused by tobacco has been linked to colon and plethora of treat- The second leading cause of that high SPF sunscreen all smoke is generally lung cancer, prostate cancers. To reduce this Entertainment ment options have cancer is female overexposure over your face. Ultraviolet which has a high mortality rate risk, one should stock up on Editor been introduced, to estrogen. A woman’s estro- radiation is caused when the and is expected to claim 900 soy-based products, fruits and nothing has been gen level facilitates cell prolif- sun’s rays reach the earth; the Nebraskans this year. veggies, all of which contain proven as an eration. Some ways to decrease most dangerous of these are the Cause No. 7 brings another cancer-blocking antioxidants. absolute cure. It estrogen levels include partici- UVB rays, which cause 90 per- common vice into the spot- And finally--free radicals. often seems that our only pating in aerobic exercise, min- cent of all skin cancer. The light: alcohol use. Frequent These substances are highly Cancer will take the lives of defense against the disease is to imizing alcohol intake and eat- areas most frequently bom- users of the drug are suscepti- reactive DNA damaging chem- 3,400 Nebraskans this year, be informed. ing a low-fat diet. barded by these rays are the ble to mouth, throat, stomach, ical compounds. To stop the and an estimated 8,100 citizens A recent release by Cancer-causer No. 3 is ion- ears, cheeks and nose. esophagus and liver cancer. formation of free radicals, one of our state will contract a form About.com revealed the top ten izing radiation, such as that Cause No. 5 is carcinogenic Booze is linked to at least 3 should consume orange and of the disease. causes of cancer. found in X-rays or nuclear chemicals. Over the past 50 percent of cancer deaths each yellow fruits, which are high in Sound a little scary? It is. The leading cause is genetic radiation, which can injure years, gigantic steps have been year. vitamins C and A. In your lifetime, you will be predisposition. This does not DNA. By only having X-rays taken to reduce the amount of Carcinogenic foods rank Are you at risk? There may affected by cancer. If you have mean that cancer is inherited, taken when necessary and these chemicals in the environ- eighth among cancer causing be nowhere to run and nowhere factors. Salted, pickled, and to hide, but stay informed, and smoked foods all make the car- perhaps you will never have to THE cinogenic list, as do char- hear the words, “You have can- broiled or grilled meats. This cer.” ANTELOPE READERS’OPINION Mitchell Center I was intrigued by the article deserve to get paid for the ser- Antelope Opinion Page Policy “Fight the power: download the vice they are providing to the News: 865-8488 • Advertising: 865-8487 • Fax: 865-8708 music” in the latest issue of The public? There are some valid E-mail: [email protected] Any opinions expressed in columns, editorials, editori- Antelope. As I continued to points to be found in this article, al cartoons or advertisements are the views of the indi- read, the intrigue lessened, and but they are waiting to be given Online: http://www.unk.edu/theantelope vidual writer, artist or advertiser and do not necessarily the disgust increased. I don’t a voice. Music and software reflect the views of the University of Nebraska at want to completely tear apart does seem ridiculously priced. Kearney, its employees or students, or The Antelope staff. this article. It was quite infor- From the success of such net- Managing Editor...... Jonathan Rehor Contributions to “Readers’ Opinions” must include the mative, and the research works as Napster and those that News Editor...... Molly Albrecht name of the writer, as well as the writer’s phone number, involved seemed reliable, but followed, the public is saying the manner in which it was very clearly that it doesn’t want Assistant News Editor...... 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That Kearney sophomore be sent to the above address. bands are whiny, so they don’t 4 THE ANTELOPE ENTERTAINMENT THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2003 Go on a date with Emmy by Kaisa Gleason her to travel frequently and “twist” on the ideal socialite and enjoyed her lavish lifestyle, One of her most famous also founded the Emmy Gifford Antelope Staff Writer observe many “high society” comes across in many of the Gifford also saw the humor in pieces titled “Social Kiss” Children’s Theater, which grew functions. These factors would artist’s pieces. some of the “high society” situ- which is on loan to MONA by to be the third largest of its kind. For those of you interested in greatly influence her later Gifford was especially inter- ations she witnessed. Ms. Wini Foxley Wells, shows The E.M. Gifford exhibition art, or just looking for some- works. ested in the observation of peo- Beginning in the mid 1960s, the artist’s humorous take on the showcases pieces of work span- thing different to do for an after- Her early works consisted ple. Her artwork is often done Gifford began adding substance elite social scene. The sculpture ning Gifford’s “career” of near- noon, The Museum of Nebraska mainly of sketches depicting portrays a middle-aged “society ly eighty years. Art (MONA) is offering some- family members, classmates, type” couple embracing as they It is a lighthearted, very per- thing new for you. and vacation landscapes. greet each other. Although the sonal collection that leaves you From Sept. 21 until Jan. 4, Gifford had a particular talent two are showing their affection with a feeling of actually 2004, the works of E.M. for drawing facial features with physically, both sets of eyes are “knowing” the artist - perhaps “Emmy” Gifford are on exhibit vivid eyes and figures that were wandering, as if they are look- because her art was her life and

in the MONA’s Brick Gallery. Gifford, an Omaha native, rendered anatomically correct. ing for a more worthy mate. life was her art! was born in 1910 to August Throughout the years, Upon moving back to For those interested in view- Fredrick and Jessica (Stebbins) Gifford sketched and water col- Photo by Hiromi Toyomaki Omaha in 1935, the artist mar- ing this collection, or any of the Jonas. A self-proclaimed artist ored many of her own self-por- The artwork of E.M. Gifford depicts a “high society” lifestyle ried Harold Gifford, and settled exhibits MONA has to offer, the traits. One portrait in particular, down to raise a family. She con- hours of operation are Tues.- at the age of five, Gifford didn’t with a twist of sarcasm. Check out this exhibit at the MONA “Self Portrait, Summer, 1946,” tinued to work as an artist, and Sat. from 11 A.M. to 5 P.M., and actually receive any formal art until Jan. 4, 2004. training until her senior year at shows her dressed as a prim and designed costumes and sets for Sunday from 1 to 5 P.M. There Smith College. proper socialite, while she is the theater in over 135 produc- is no charge to visit the muse- Emmy was born into a very smoking a cigar with one hand, through the perspective of a to her sketches by modeling in tions. um; however a free will dona- affluent family, which enabled and haphazardly drinking a detached, but privileged observ- plasticine and producing sculp- She was well known for her tion is appreciated. glass of tea with the other. This er. Although she appreciated tures in polyester resin. philanthropic activities, and Sydney’s offers fine dining by Sarah Skarka steak - Nebraska beef! Antelope Staff Writer The Sydney’s menu is great, it covered everything from Upon walking into Sydney’s chicken to seafood, and beef to restaurant inside the Best pasta. They also have appetiz- Western Hotel, I was immedi- ers, soups and salads, and sand- ately impressed with not only wiches that look just as good as the sophisticated atmosphere, the ‘fancy’ stuff. but also the service received. The bar is stocked with a Someone was there to wel- huge variety of wine, liquor and come us right away, which is beer, and the prices range from always nice to see. My friends college kid to college graduate. and I were led to a booth near Whether you’re up for wine or the bar, and left alone for long shots, martinis or after dinner enough to actually decide what drinks, beers or mixed drinks, we wanted. (Which NEVER there’s something for every- seems to happen!) body’s wallet...at the bar any- We started the meal off with way. a couple of glasses of Merlot to On the other hand, let’s look set the mood, and we were at the food menu. The only quickly served; bonus points downside of Sydney’s would considering they were pretty have to be on those pages. The busy. prices are a little steep, but then Based on how busy they again, maybe that bottle of wine were, it was obvious to see that didn’t help. Anyway, the food is Sydney’s is a popular place. Not a little expensive, but if you’ve only was it a classy place, but it got money to blow, this is one was also comfortable enough way that I would recommend for a group of college students blowing it. Although pricey (for in T-shirts and flip flops to my poor college kid budget any- enjoy themselves while watch- way), it was very fabulous, and ing college football on the TV the service and atmosphere was over the bar! (Nothin’ like col- just as commendable. lege football and Merlot on a Sydney’s hours are a little Saturday evening!) confusing, they have separate I ordered one of Sydney’s ‘shifts’ for breakfast, lunch and signature pastas, made with one dinner on different days of the week, so you have to plan ahead of their original recipe sauces, Photo by Quincy Cromer and it was awesome. I ate, and if your arrangements include ate, and ate...not only did I eat this establishment. One must Sydney’s offers an array of choices behind their swanky bar. The restaurant, located in the Best Western Hotel, gets a thumbs mine, but I probably consumed definitely have a little bit of up from Antelope writer Sarah Skarka. the equivalent of another meal if time to wait for a table if going on a weekend night. As I said great place to hang out with everything needed to have a excellent service...with the Sydney’s is in. When my wallet we include the food I ate off of friends and family and eat some most enjoyable dining experi- exception that it’s a little too recovers from this last visit, I’m everyone else’s plates. I could- before, I’m not the only one who’s figured out that it’s a great food. ence: fantastic food, great pricey for me to pay for with there. n’t help myself, they all ordered Sydney’s restaurant has atmosphere, awesome bar, anything other than plastic, Allison Joseph visits MONA by Jessie Mohr reception following, along with 7. Antelope Staff Writer a question and answer session. Jose Kozer’s works often The reading last week was stem from his ethnic back- done by poet Allison Joseph, ground. Critic Gustavo Perez The Museum of Nebraska who is the author of three col- Firma described Kozer as, “the Art is staying very active this lections of poetry: “What Keeps first major poet to have year, thanks to the Reynolds Us Here,” “Soul Train,” and “In emerged from the contemporary Writers and Readers Series. The Every Seam.” Cuban Diaspora.” series, which is sponsored by Joseph’s poems are often Jim Daniels grew up in The Office of the Chancellor, attuned to the experiences of Detroit working in plants and UNK’s Creative Writing women and minorities. Joseph factories. Due to his upbringing, Program and the UNK English has won many awards for her this “urban” poet identifies with Department, brings many poets poetry and is nationally known the working class. His literature and writers to the Kearney area. for her literary talent. Joseph sheds light on under represented Charles Fort, the Director has earned degrees from world of blue-collar work. and Reynolds Chair in Poetry, Kenyon College and Indiana Daniels holds a bachelors said, “The Reynolds Readers University; she is currently an degree from Alma College and and Writers Series has brought Associate Professor at Southern a masters from Bowling Green many famous poets and writers Illinois University. University. He has published 16 to the UNK campus in previous The Reynolds Writers and books, a one-act play, and a years.” Readers Series has a good line- screenplay. All readings will be held at 8 up of artists expected at MONA For more information on The p.m. in the Brick Room at the next couple months. Cuban Reynolds Writers and Readers MONA, which is located at poet Jose Kozer will be featured Series, contact Charles Fort at Photo by Quincy Cromer 5401 Central Avenue. The read- Allison Joseph was the first of three poets that will be presenting readings at MONA this on Friday, Oct. 24 and Jim 865-5164 or e-mail him at ings are free and open to the Daniels will read Friday, Nov. [email protected]. semester as part of the Reynolds Writers and Readers Series. public with a book signing and 5 THE ANTELOPE SPORTS THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2003 Volleyball sweeps weekend, smashes Metro in four

Photo by Shiloh Nichols No. 10 Samantha Danner, Burton, Kan., junior, and No. 15 Samantha Harvey, Taylor sophomore, help the Lady Lopers win over Metro State. Gudmundson, Kearney sopho- Lopers in the first game. astic home crowd of 1,402, the and-neck throughout the entire that our crowd was not in com- by Erica Wendland more, and Erin Brosz, Grand The next game on the Loper Lopers were led by Arnold with match, beginning with set one, pliance with certain RMAC reg- Antelope Staff Writer Island sophomore. schedule was Friday night 19 kills and 13 digs, while where the Roadrunners pulled ulations on conduct. However, I Playing the Broncos for the against then 9th-ranked Metro Bunger finished the night with a off a narrow victory in the last thought they were well within The Loper Volleyball team first time since 1997, the Lopers State. Going into the match, career-high 15 kills along with two points. the bounds of sportsmanship once again had a busy week, as were led by Gudmundson with UNK hadn't seen a victory over eight digs. The second set was just as and did a great job supporting they dominated matches with 14 kills and six blocks, Arnold the Metro State Roadrunners in Brosz also helped out the close, but the Lopers pulled us with class," Squiers said. "In Hastings, Metro State, and with 11 kills, five digs and three the regular season since 2000. effort with nine kills, six digs through to win by three. In the an even match, usually it comes Colorado Christian, taking wins blocks, and Brosz with 12 kills. "Going into the match, I and four blocks, as well as third set, with a solid hitting down to a couple of key plays from all three teams. The Loper libero, Anna think our expectation against Gudmundson, with 13 kills and percentage of .239 to Metro's and key times and we simply Going into the weekend Vallinch, Omaha freshman, also Metro was that we could win four stuffs. .149, the Lopers dominated. made a few more than Metro. ranked 16th, the UNK volley- added to the strong UNK effort the match if we played well. "Our crowd was definitely a The game was halted for a We were excellent from the ball team started out with a leading the team in digs with Our players believed they could factor in the Metro match. We short time for a brief discussion 25th point on in each game." strong performance against the 15. Kelli Bunger, Grand Island win," Rick Squiers, head vol- are very grateful to them for between coaches from each The Lopers then hosted Hastings Broncos freshman, also contributed with leyball coach, said. helping us make this a tough team and the officials, and when Colorado Christian Saturday at The Lopers won in three sets eight kills. Mikala Gleason, However, a strong, consis- place for visitors to play. We playing resumed, the Lopers the Health and Sports Center, (-25, -20, -20), thanks to strong Holdredge freshman, helped out tent effort by the Lopers led to a have the best fans in the coun- had a surge of scoring to win the which proved to be an easy performances by Erin Arnold, with her tough serving, racking 3-1 win over Metro (28-30, -27, try," Squiers said. game by nine. match. Finishing the match in Casper, Wyo., junior, Erin up five straight points for the -21, -28). Backed by an enthusi- The two teams were neck- "There was some suggestion See Volleyball, page 6 Bremmer leads Women’s cross country competes as team for Lopers to a first time this season, share title with Doane

by Amy Reis Hastings College (61) and York College (139). Antelope Staff Writer "Doane is rated 15th in NAIA and to be able to compete 55-6 triumph against them on their own course was something we were really Competing at the Dean White Invitational in Crete, the happy about. It is a great stepping point for the upcoming week- Nebraska-Kearney women's team grabbed a share of the first end," Alt said. place title with a total of 46 points tying with Doane College. Andrew Heller, Omaha sophomore, led the Loper men's team over Highlands for the third straight week. He finished with a time of 27:15, This is the first time this season the women have competed with securing ninth place overall. by Byrone Bell enough participants to be eligible for the team scoring. The men finished in third place, tallying up a total of 85 points. "Northwest Missouri State and Doane are pretty talented. I Antelope Staff Writer Laura Emmerich, Cody, Wyo., junior, placed third and led the was chasing all Northwest guys who filled the third through way for the UNK runners. Emmerich ended the race with a final eighth spots. It was fun to be there with them, you have to con- Another loss for the UNK football team and their chance for a time of 20:13. centrate and find your own pace," Heller said. second RMAC championship is out of sight. Finishing in the top 10 in the women's division were three Three more Loper runners placed in the top 25 in the meet. The Lopers entered Saturday's contest 1-2, 0-1 in RMAC, fac- more UNK runners. Just on the heels of Emmerich was Kathryn Jason Relph (27:42), McCook sophomore claimed 16th place ing a New Mexico Highlands team that has not won a game for a Alt (20:33), Hildreth senior, in fourth place. Kelly Johnson while Dan Huffman (27:58), Potter sophomore, grabbed the 18th while, 14 games to be exact, and the Lopers did not want to be the (20:48), Omaha senior, and Sara Whitehead (21:12), Auburn spot with Nolan Little (28:30), Kearney junior, completed the first team to give them that win. freshman, closed out the top ten in fifth and tenth place, respec- day in 23rd place. Racking up 581 total offensive yards, 310 of those on the tively. Other Nebraska-Kearney finishers included Dan Kiesling ground, UNK was on their way to a 55-6 rout over Highlands. Four other Loper women competed in the race and assisted (31:38), Omaha freshman, Lenny Ogomo (33:07), Kenyan fresh- "Coming off the loss to Western State we knew that our backs the team to a victory including Andrea Andersen (23:35), man, and Jeff Teters (34:30), North Platte freshman. were against the wall. We realized that we had to step up our game Lexington freshman; Lindsay Higgins (25:18), Papillion sopho- "The meet went good. It was nice that the five guys that have and get back to the basics,” James Poynter, Plainview sophomore, more; Andrea Garry (25:39), Grand Island freshman, and Jocie been running for us so far all had personal bests. Plus, we had said. Krull (28:07), Lincoln freshman. two new guys running for us, Dan and Lenny. They both ran very In a game that found UNK's all-time leading rusher, Mike "The whole team ran really well. We were really excited well for their first race," Heller said. Miller, Littleton, Colo., junior, sidelined with a minor knee injury, because we finally had a full group of five girls so we could score The overall team winner in the men's division was Northwest it was a trio of running backs that showcased their talents. as a team. That was really exciting," Alt said. Missouri State with 25 points. Steve Bremmer, Northglenn, Colo., sophomore, starting in his Nebraska-Kearney tied in the team standings with Doane The UNK cross country teams return to action this Saturday first collegiate game, rushed for 123 yards on 24 carries for a total College (46 each) followed by Northwest Missouri State (61), on Oct. 4 for the Pre-NCAA Regional in Wayne, Neb. of three touchdowns. Entering the game Bremmer had only carried the ball 28 times for 97 yards. Bremmer was named Nebraska's Offensive Division II Player of the Week, an honor he shared with Nathan Leiss of Chadron State College. Making an impact in a short amount of time was Todd Mader, Grand Island sophomore. Mader finished the game with only two carries, with one carry resulting in a 74-yard scamper for a touch- Men’s golf finish fifth at RMAC’s down. Kevin Partch, Bird City, Kan., freshman, also had a productive day carrying the ball five times for 55 yards and a touchdown. The by Kara Mueller three-round score of 219 (76- been getting used to the fact that 75). Matt Jochum, Osmond running game was not the only thing that was effective against Antelope Staff Writer 74-69). I am playing against better com- senior, finished in thirty-sev- Highlands. The UNK passing attack completed 16 passes for 271 "We always try to place in petition than I did in high enth with a 233 (78-77-78). yards. Starting quarterback Pat Korth, Hastings senior, threw for After ending the first day at the top five, and hope to do the school. I want to try and shoot "Parody is a fact in RMAC 188 yards and two scores. best that we can. My goal, per- around my average of 74. golf. A different team has won The UNK offense started the game fast jumping out to an early seventh place, the men's golf team finished fifth at the sonally, is to shoot consistently Another goal that I have is to try each of this season's tourna- 14-0 first quarter lead and did not look back. Richie Ross, Lincoln around my average and try to and place in the top ten," ments. Golf is volatile. The sophomore, led all receivers with seven catches for 160 yards and RMAC Tournament in Loveland, Colo. place in the top five," Davis Weaver said. team was disappointed with the a touchdown. Ross' highlight was not him catching the ball, but said. Three other Loper players first round, but they have been him throwing it. Ross completed a 42-yard pass to receiver Darnell The Lopers shot a 300 and 289 in the last two rounds of the Josh Weaver, North Platte also placed in the event. Lance getting better each week," Dick Wood, Aurora, Colo., junior, in the second half. junior, fired a 69 on the last day Kosch, Humphrey senior, tied Beechner, head men's golf "I think we had the game pretty much won when we completed tourney to jump past Fort Hays State and Colorado School of of tournament to earn a three- for twenty-second by shooting a coach, said. the long pass. That play I think broke their backs and we were day combined score of 224 (76- 227 (75-76-76). Wes Bernt, The women's golf team was determined to control the game as much as possible," Poynter said. Mines, and into fifth place. Greg Davis, Cozad sopho- 74-69). Stratton junior, placed in a tie also in action at the RMAC "The last two years, I have for twenty-sixth (228/76-77- See Football, page 6 more, led the Lopers by firing a See Golf, page 6 6 THE ANTELOPE SPORTS THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2003 Enninga places second Volleyball dominates at tournament with 164 Colorado From Golf, page 5 in sixth place shooting a two- field we will see during the fall Christian, Tournament in Lakewood, round score of 170 (82-88). tournament schedule. There Colo. this past week. Because Three other UNK golfers were outstanding players from only four schools in the confer- finished outside of the top ten. several teams. The RMAC field head to ence sponsor a women's golf Lindsay Vivian, Grand Island was competitive also, but not as team, the tournament does not sophomore, placed in eleventh deep. The Lopers were struck qualify as a RMAC champi- with a score of 176 (83-93). by illness in both tournaments Adams onship event. Bobby Kosch, Minden fresh- in that Kelly Benjamin, Sara Enninga, Arvada, Colo. man, came in at thirteenth by Holdrege junior, was unable to State and senior, placed second in the firing a 182 (89-93). Carly Hill, participate. Normally with our tournament firing a 164 (84-80) Kearney freshman, finished in strongest team we would expect in the 36-hole contest. fifteenth for the Lopers with a better results, but it these two Ft. Lewis Also playing strong for the two-round score of 184 (92-92). tournaments it was not meant to Lopers was Mandi Schlaepfer, "The Wildhorse affair was be," Mark Brosamle, Head From Volleyball, page 5 Thank you, Kearney, for 13 years of support. Gerring freshman, who finished perhaps the most competitive women's golf coach, said. only 65 minutes (-13, -16, - 16), all 14 Lopers on the roster KOOL TATTOO saw playing time. To show our gratitude, bring this ad to the shop, The Loper record is now 13- and receive one of the following: (Good until 1/1/04) Loper defense forces four turnovers 4 for the season and 5-1 in the RMAC. UNK, now ranked $20.00 OFF $30.00 OFF 13th in NCAA Division II, had in stellar victory over New Mexico a hitting percentage of .339 to ANY TATTOO OR FOR ALL CCU's .000, and racked up 11 From Football, page 5 starting to come together we are "We told our football team team blocks. OVER $80.00 PIERCINGS by committing four starting to build confidence. that we had painted ourselves in Brosz led the Loper team Starting 10/01/03 our new hours Price includes aftercare, turnovers and not converting on Even though we were the corner and that if we lost anoth- with four blocks, three assists, will be 11-8 Mon-Sat jewelry, and piercing. several occasions when they favorite in the game, we knew er game that we would no and 14 kills on her way to a that we could not take longer be in the hunt for anoth- had the ball deep inside the red record .737 hitting percentage. UNK GOLF LEAGUE Husker Game Day zone. Highlands lightly," Davis said. er conference championship," Brosz's effort ranks as the third Darnell Crowder who had "We were very prepared for this Morris said. "I do not think that highest percentage in a match AT Specials nine receptions for 159 yards game. Our coaching staff put us by beating Highlands who is 0- for a Loper with a minimum of GOLF NUTZ 50% off all rounds of and a touchdown tried to keep in the right place at the right 4, is a game that we can use to 10 kills. FORMAT: 2 person scramble (1 mem- golf the Cowboys alive, but had no time. All we had to was execute launch our team into defense of Gudmundson also added 11 ber of the team must be associated All adult beverages are such luck against a tough Loper and we knew that we would our RMAC championship. The kills and four blocks, while with the leave the game with the win." Adams State game I feel will be $1.75 & each time the defense. Samantha Danner, Burton, college; student, faculty, parent) huskers score, another The UNK defense was solid In addition to getting the a better indicator on how well Kan., junior, came off the dominating win, Darrell Morris, we will finish the season." PRIZES: -1ST THRU 4TH 20% ofo the next round throughout the game forcing bench to add six kills. -WEEKLY FLAG PRIZES two interceptions and two Head Football Coach, earned Gleason led the Lopers in DATES: 3 November to 15 February 224 West 42nd Street his 26th career coaching win, UNK will have its second forced fumbles. Akil Davis, digs with 12 and had the oppor- ENTRY FEE: $40.00 @ wk per team (right next to Aurora, Colo., junior, led the tying him for fifth on the career home game of the season when tunity to set in game three, win list with Fred Fulmer they face Adams State this -38 Championship Courses Blockbuster) way with nine tackles while accumulating 17 assists. The Kearney, NE Jered Butts, Colorado Springs, (1922-1929). Homecoming Weekend, the Lopers travel to Adams State -Complete driving range 68845 Colo., junior, had eight tackles. Morris has a 26-9 record in kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 this Fri., Oct. 3 and Ft. 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Husker game, unity by Kory Engel on drums. group said they found their Guest Writer All of the members are UNK interests in music through fami- by Jeff VanRoy something. They know that play of the game, conversations students. Balancing their books ly experiences. and their band can be difficult at “I used to take my little Antelope Staff Writer across this great state of do not take place. The spotlight shone down on times. brother to drum lessons and sit Nebraska, men, women, chil- Football parties are the step- The Shiva Touch Sept. 25 as “It’s hard during the school in. When he was done I would dren, grandparents and other ping-stones that enable students they performed at the Nebraska has held a tradition year because we have to prac- start playing and the drum students are in the same mindset to be entertained by their local Thunderhead Brewery. of excellence in the field of ath- tice and then I have to do all of teacher thought I was a natural,” to support their team. heroes in a very supportive set- Deriving their name from letics since the dawn of colle- my homework. When practicing Teager said. Hours of time and planning ting. It has also brought a sense that of the Hindu god of giate sports. This stems across a new song, we have to do it Hooton found his love for have been put into these gather- of understanding in the behav- destruction and regeneration, the state instilling a sense of over and over until we’re sick music by watching his dad play ings to insure that they will pro- ior of the die-hard fan. The Shiva Touch performed pride and devotion to the of it but this is what makes us a guitar at church. vide the best and most enter- “Husker games are a great their hard rock debut in front of plethora of supporters who reli- better band,” Salyer said. “I remember him trying to taining football party possible. reason to throw a party at 11:00 a packed house. giously live the life of “the The band just came together teach me how to hold the guitar Although you may not always in the morning,” Trevor Tripe, The songs “Seven Steps” Husker fan.” The Nebraska this summer, and is taking without dropping it,” Hooten be able to view the game in a UNK junior, said. “It gives and “Botchla” were crowd Cornhuskers have provided things one step at a time. They said. sufficient manner, there is everyone a chance to get togeth- favorites. The audience was more than decades of athletic are currently working on a pro- The band hopes that their always the option of huddling er and have a good time, it does- also impressed by The Shiva events; they have supported an fessional level, but hope to music will have a positive effect over the extensive selection of n’t matter how much you care Touch’s electrifying moves, entire lifestyle. eventually establish strong per- on listeners. nachos and hot wings. about the game as long as you intensity and emotion. The value of entertainment is sonal relationships between “The message of our music Some parties kick off as don’t talk or block the TV.” “They were awesome. The the focus of these sporting band members. breaks you down as a person early as eight in the morning, The game’s outcome doesn’t lead singer can really scream. events. Typical non-athletic col- The group found its love for but then should leave you a bet- providing three solid hours of necessarily matter. Sure, when No one can scream like that,” lege students are given the music through the influences of ter person encouraging people social gathering and preparation the ‘Skers lose, local fans are Dustin Buresh, UNK student, opportunity to gather in a social bands like Nirvana, Deftones, to live their life to the fullest,” for the game. Everyone knows pummeled by a sense of empti- said. setting to live vicariously Blindside, and Poison the Well. Salyer said. once the game starts the only ness that will last for a solid The band is made up of through the football team in all Svoboda derived his influ- The future of the band is conversation can include ran- week until they storm out of the McCook natives David Salyer respects of the game. Without ence from listening to Nirvana’s focused on its short-term goals. dom stats and screaming every tunnel again, but it brings all of on vocals and Torry Hooton on leaving one’s home, the enjoy- album, Nevermind. At the age “We just want to play a lot of time there is a solid hit or a us closer together. bass, Omaha native Dan ment of the sport can be sought of 13, Svoboda spent hours try- shows locally and see what hap- touchdown. Commercial breaks We know that for a short Svoboda on lead guitar, and out through the indulging of ing to learn Nirvana’s music. pens from there,” Salyer said. are provided to allow the view- amount of time we can all come Sioux City native Seth Teager salty chips and refreshing bev- er to refill an adult beverage, together for the same cause. It Besides listening to CDs, the erages. This gives the local pile their plate with little smok- doesn’t matter how big of a Loper a sense of mobility. For ies and guacamole, or tend to a football fan you are, you will the next couple of hours they much needed restroom break. In still have fun on game days. can feel as if they are a part of an effort to not miss a single Goodbye, sunshine by Lindsey Humston snow to shovel your car out of Well...I value my life, and I Whispering Pines Candle Antelope Staff Writer the driveway. After letting it want to keep my home, so I warm up for 20 minutes, you guess I will go stock up on This is a mystery. It is an are late for class, and because those lollypops. adventure. Most importantly, it you can’t find a parking spot, Maybe in order to find a Co. offers candles, gifts you are forced to park two solution, we need to understand is a tragedy. It is a story of blocks away from campus, and - the problem. Here it is: by Heather Bunsen available at Whispering Pines. those cutesy little wall hang- change, and a journey that never ends. It is a story of the seasons. once again--wade through the The Earth orbits around the Antelope Staff Writer Each candle is available in ings with clever sayings that Every year they come and waist-deep snow. Finally, you Sun once every year. As it three different sizes, ranging moms just can’t get enough of. make it to your classroom, only orbits, it spins, which is what from $6.95 to $16.95. You may The types of decor ranges from go, and every year we get to It is Wednesday and you to see this message on the causes days and nights. Seasons even purchase just the scent the “Americana” style to angel bask in the warm sunshine and have just gotten home from board: “Due to the inclement arise because the Earth is tilted. buds, which are used in flame- and fairy figurines. Whispering the contentment of summer. night class. You are tired and weather, class has been can- Different parts of the Earth get less candles. Pines Candle Co. also offers Picture spending a lazy day lay- still have homework to do for celled.” different amounts of light and Flameless candles, which many items for the kitchen. ing on the beach at Cottonmill, Thursday. When you walk in, That frostbite, those frozen heat. When one part of the Earth would be absolutely fabulous Gourmet brownie mixes (such finding shapes in the clouds, you are bombarded with the tears--and for what? Now you is closest to the sun, it is sum- for your stuffy dorm room, are as Cherry Cheesecake Brownie watching kids splash in the stench of your nasty roommate. have to turn around and walk mer in that hemisphere, and lamps that give off just enough Mix), soups, pastas and coffee water and listening to Jimmy The dishes that he had left in back home again. There must be winter in the opposite. heat to melt the scent buds. are a few of the items offered. Seals croon “Summer breeze the sink for over a week are some way to beat this--some The fact that the sun orbits Flameless candles are also per- There is something for every- makes me feel fine . . .” On finally washed, but the smell is way to keep summer around isn’t the problem, nor is it the fect for people like me, who one’s mother in this store. Sept. 22, that lazy day became still lingering. Plus, it is appar- and reverse Mother Nature’s spinning of the Earth. It’s all enjoy burning candles but tra- Even if there is no stinky nothing but a distant dream, ent that he just smoked another horribly cruel cycle. about the tilt. If the Earth was ditionally space off and forget apartment that needs tending to ending with the start of autumn. cigarette in the house, after One UNK student suggested not tilted, one hemisphere to blow them out. or it isn’t your mother’s birth- Autumn--with the bright col- “swearing on his life” that he global warming. “If everyone would not ever get more heat The Wilsons make all of the day, Whispering Pines Candle ors on the leaves of trees, and wouldn’t do it again. What uses a little more hair spray, it that the other. Temperature candles using a 14-step Co. is a store that is worth the the marching bands parading wouldn’t you do to have the will eventually break down the would be more moderate and process. Kirby Wilson said that visit. Upon entering the shop, down the streets--is bearable. familiar and comforting aroma ozone layer, letting more heat we’d be able to play on the it takes “several days just to you are greeted by friendly But Mother Nature has played a of your mom’s kitchen right in.” Another suggestion was: beach all year long. make one candle.” That is due staff and a soothing atmos- horrible trick on us. In a few here right now in your apart- “A tube. A tube that goes What function does that tilt to the pouring and re-warming phere. Mustard and coffee short weeks, autumn will end ment? straight from the sun to the serve anyway? It really isn’t of the wax to create such an samples are immediately and winter will begin. And in Well my friends, thanks to Earth that blocks out all snow necessary. And whose silly idea authentic aroma. offered, putting the shopper at order to get to enjoy those Whispering Pines Candle Co., and only lets in sunshine and was it? Didn’t they think about Not only is the Whispering ease. There is no awkward feel- warm, sunshiny days, we must it is possible. Whispering Pines warm weather.” But really, how how we might like to enjoy Pines Candle Co. good for ing that is sometimes present also suffer through the freezing Candle Co. is a small business environmentally-safe and real- summer for a bit longer? uplifting scents, it also pro- when you are the only person cold winter ones. owned and operated by Kirby istic are those suggestions? We “You know, there isn’t any- vides other services. in the store and the clerk is Picture this: It is a Monday and Amy Wilson. Located at need to think of something thing I can do about it,” Leo Whispering Pines is the perfect insistently trying to make a and you have an 8 a.m. class. 2025 Central Ave., Whispering practical. Schueth, UNK employee, said. place to run to when you have sale. 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From Homecoming, page 1 UNK Diplomat and 2003 four years, has played guitar in Elementary/Special Summer and Advising and the Newman Center Church for Education major. She is a Enrollment staff. four years and is a member of the Resident Advisor and has been Drew Hanson is the son of Herd. He also participates in involved in Summer Advising David Hanson and Diana Bader Intramural sports. and Enrollment staff. Her acade- of Hot Springs, S.D. Jesse Cain represents Student mic honors include Dean's List Representing Centennial Towers Government. The son of Rod and and Dean's Scholarship. West, he is a Health and Science Delynn Cain of North Platte, Dusty Reynolds, King final- major. Hanson has been named Jesse is the President of Delta ist, represents Mantor Hall. He is to the Dean’s List, was a Tau Delta fraternity and is the son of Robert and Carrie Resident Advisor for two years, involved as a Student Diplomat. Reynolds of Hooper. His was a representative for RA He was on the 2003 Summer involvement includes: being a Council and is a member of the Advising and Enrollment staff Resident Advisor for two years, Herd. and was named Mortar Board Assistant Hall Director in The son of Mike and Darlene Sophomore of the Year. Mantor, member of the Industrial Liakos of Minden, David Liakos All UNK homecoming activi- Distribution Organization, represents Pi Kappa Alpha fra- ties are sponsored by the Loper Fellowship of Christian Athletes, ternity. He is in the Elementary Programming and Activities Rho Alpha Sigma, National Education program and plans to Council and funded by UPFF. Residence Hall Honorary, the student teach in Houston this Herd, Student Government, spring. He has been involved in Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity for NOW HIRING! All shifts especially early mornings! Part-time, temporary full time & seasonal opportunities avaliable! Enjoy: Higher Starting Wage! Flexible Scheduling! Paid Training! Great Merchandise Discounts! Customers Call You! Bring Your Books and Study Between Calls! A Fun, Friendly, & Casual Workplace!

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