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Tuesday, December 4, 2007 Volume 134, Issue 14

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The ideas and opinions of advertisements appearing in this Sarah Niles Managing News Editors Fashion Forward Columnist publication are not necessarily those of The Review staff or the university. Katie Rogers, Brittany Talarico Larissa Cruz ' J1t December 4, 2007 3 Exercise abuse runs down dangerous path Experts·say excessive workouts are a type of eating disorder BY BRITTANY TALARICO was not good enough, and I should have some type of eating disorder. Managing News Editor not bother going at all," she said. "In "I don't think the rate is neces­ Throughout high school, sopho­ my mind a balance of everything sarily higher, but awareness of the more Marla Cicchino kept a daily wasn't good. service is a little bit higher," Basma journal. For many adolescent girls, a "I felt like if I didn't go to the said. journal is a place to record intimate ~ for _two hours it wasn't worth She said because exercise has thoughts about boys, friends or fami­ lt. a healthy appeal, students do not ly ·issues, a cathartic release from The Renfrew Center Foundation understand it can actually have reality. Cicchino was keeping a is a nationally renowned, inpatient harmful effects. different secret, however. Her journal facility in Philadelphia devoted to "I see students who think documented the rigid schedule of her fighting the effects eating disorders because they don't physically, self­ daily life ~ a life consumed by have on individuals and their fami­ induce vomit, they do not have an obsessive calorie counting, compul­ lies. Kelly Pedrotty, exercise coordi­ eating disorder," Basma said. "I sive exercising and planned binges. nator at Renfrew, said the center have to remind them that taking Cicchino said she suffered from offers an exercise program and its laxatives or over-exercising is a an eating disorder for most of high main goal is to help women in recov­ form ofbulimia." school and her freshman year at the ery from an eating disorder develop a Any type of unhealthy method university. She was bulimic and healthy relationship with exercise. used to compensate for extra calo­ over-exercised as one method of "We do exercise intervention," ries falls under an eating disorder, purging unwanted calories. P.edrotty said. "We teach women how she said. "I was working out twice a day to use exercise as a tool in the recov­ Basma said she typically sees in two different gyms," she said. "I ery process rather than as a symp­ students in the begimling of their would go to one gym in the morning tom." eating disorder or after they have and run for at least an hour and then She said when she first started received more extensive treatment. THE REVIEW/Ricky Berl meet with a trainer at another gym in working at Renfrew she noticed the One of the things she asks students Compulsive exercising is classified as a symptom of an eating disorder. the afternoon. women there had an unhealthy rela­ is how much activity they partake "I wanted to exercise as much as tionship with exercise. Previously in in on a daily basis. a brief idea or screening or assess­ "I don't know if it is going to get I could." the exercise field, there were a lot of "If I need to, when someone is ment about their condition and con­ a specific, diagnosed term later on," Over-exercising fueled getting professionals against using exercise underweight, I may ask him or her to cerns. If we deem there is an issue, she said. "Over-exercising is up there thinner, Cicchino said. in recovery for many reasons. This stop exercising all together until a we can direct them to seek interven­ with taking laxatives. There are dif­ "I thought if I worked out more, triggered Pedrotty and her partner, healthy weight is reached," she said. tion at places like Student Health ferent things you can do to get rid of I would look better and t:pen every­ Rachel Calogero, to research exercis­ The promoted issue of beauty is Services and the Center for those calories." one would compliment me," she ing as part of the recovery process for not only about looking thin anymore, Counseling and Student Olivieri said compulsive exer­ said. "Control was a big aspect of it. eating disorders. Basma said. Development." . cising is becoming more common on I felt if like I could get skinnier that Renfrew is one of the first eating "It is not enough just to be thin," Nutt said she envisions exercise college campuses. would fix everything. disorder facilities to develop a struc­ she said, "but you have to be thin and bulimia within the context of the "I think it is becoming more "In the end that wasn't the tured, supervised exercise program, toned." other main eating disorders. prevalent because you are on our answer." Pedrotty said. The program is volun­ Basma said compulsive exercis­ "When we educate on it, we own in college, and you are in control Cicchino said she would con­ tary and on average women stay for ing is not restricted to the college­ really don't focus on it as a separate of what you put in your body and sume minimal amounts of calories approximately 4 to 6 weeks. aged group and many people feel · condition," she.said. "We focus on it have many gyms around campus," and. work out two to three hours per "Our program is supervised so over-exercising is healthy because more in the context of other disor- she said. "[The college] environment day. When she began to feel really the women are doing it in a structured exercise is heavily promoted in ders." constantly re-enforces the mindset of hungry, she would organize planned environment," she said. "We are today's society. In the DSM, non-purging-type controlling your life." binges. exercising with them, and we are "When I worked in fitness cen­ bulimia is described as an episode of NEDAW will be held from Feb. "I would pick out the restaurants showing them proper form and tech­ ters there were women who were in bulimia nervosa in which the person 25 to Feb. 28, Olivieri said. The I wanted to go to," she said. nique. there for hours each day," she said. has used other inappropriate com­ month of March is National Eating "Everything was planned. You're "One of the most important "Exercise is seen has a healthy thing pensatory behaviors such as fasting Disorder Awareness Month which eating one thing and already thinking aspects of the program is to encour­ so how bad can it be if you're over­ or excessive exercise, but has not correlates with the timing of about the next thing you're going to age patients to listen to their bodies." exercising?" regularly engaged in self-induceti NEDAW. get. Pedrotty said there are many Cicchino said she came to vomiting or the misuse of laxatives, "The first night we are having "[What] one of my therapists at terms used for over-exercising Wellspring with her best friend diuretics or enemas, she said. Elizabeth Berkley, Jessie from home would tell me to do is put X's including exercise bulimia and because she wanted to continue get­ An individual with anorexia "Saved by the Bell," as .our keynote on my hand after everything I ate so anorexia athletica; however, current­ ting help. who has a low-calorie intake may speaker to talk about her eating disor­ I could see the amount." ly there is no distinct term in the "I was e-mailing my therapist engage in extreme exercise as part of der," she said. Cicchino said after binges she Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of from home, but it wasn't good a weight loss plan, Nutt said. She said those planning would purge and not go to the gym Mental Disorders for compulsive enough," she said. "She suggested I Mary Anne Lacour, psycholo­ NEDAW hope to have a doctor or because she felt unworthy. She had exercising. seek other help at schooL" gist at the Center for Counseling and counselor from Renfrew come to an addictive relationship with exer­ An exercise issue is often identi­ Cicchino said she was intro-. Student Development, said there are· provide an overview on eating disor­ cise. fied and describ~d within the context duced to Nancy Nutt, the director of many factors that may contribute to ders, important statistics and possible "If felt like if I was only going of anorexia and bulimia nervosa, she Wellspring. the onset of an eating disorder. triggers. to the gym three days a week that said. ''Nancy introduced me to the "I think there is a real socio-cul­ Cicchino said she is currently a Over-exercise behaviors can counseling center," she said. "I got tural piece to eating disorders along peer educator for the POW! group include an excessive, rigid or obses­ into a body image group. It was very with a family piece," Lacour said. SUGAR, Sexual Understanding, A Closer Look sive routine which takes precedence helpful and didn't put pressure on me "Treatment looks at what drives the Growth, Awareness and over all other experiences, ignoring to delve into the past. _ specific disorder." Responsibility, which provides stu­ signs of fatigue, pain or sickness "It was sad to hear one of the An individual with an eating dents with information covering var­ Dangers of exercise abuse resulting from exercise or exercising girls because she didn't want to tell disorder may be using exercise to ious topics of sexuality. when malnourished and dehydrated. her friends or her family about her manage stressful events to distract "It's another part of what I do to • Con!!ibutes to . etiology, "Someone with an exercise disorder. Many people tend to isolate him or her from problems that are too keep myself healthy," she said. progressiOn and marntenance issue has a very sick and unhealthy themselves." big to face including family issues, The media has a negative effect ofEJ) · relationship with exercise," Pedrotty Nutt said her specific service­ social problems or other adolescent on girls' body image, Cicchino said. said. related areas in the unit are fitness, problems of growing up. "I feel that it is so unrealistic to • ~Isolates from family, She said over-exercising can nutrition, disordered eating and stress Nutt said Wellspring collabo­ compare ourselves to celebrities who fri~n~~ and pleasurable cause osteoporosis, stress fractures, management. She also oversees the rates with the Eating Disorder have all the time in the world to work actlvttles permanent injuries, cardiovascular Promoters of Wellness Program Coordinating Council, formed by the out, eat right, and have clothes made problems, malnourishment and dehy­ (POW!) which is comprised of two Center for Counseling and Student perfectly for them," she said. "It • Fosters shame guilt, dration. sub organizations, one which focuses Development. This February the uni­ makes me so sad to see how every comparing and obsessive Over-exercising has been an on sexuality and the other in the areas versity will hold its second annual magazine rips Britney Spears apart thinKing . issue for years, Pedrotty said, but is of disordered eating, fitness and National Eating Disorders Awareness for being fat and disgusting when in more identified with now. nutrition. Week. reality she looks normaL And she just • Mental anguish - toll "As a society we promote over­ Wellspring is more of an assess­ Senior Ashley Olivieri, a nutri­ had two children, but apparently on self-esteem exercising," she said. "When some­ ment type of agency and a referral tion and dietetics major, is one of the because she didn't lose all her post­ one is struggling with an eating disor­ resource agency on campus, she said. student representatives organizing maternity weight she's looked down ~provided by Kelly Pedrotty, der it goes unnoticed a lot." "We are not the treatment the NEDAW this year. upon. exercise coordinator at the Mariam Basma, nutrition coun­ agency or the intervention agency," Exercise bulimia is something "I think this sends a terrible Renfrew Center selor at Student Health Services, said Nutt said. "Our office is a first stop that is a pop-culture term right now, message to girls." 80 to 90 percent of people she sees place. Students can come here to get Olivieri said. 1 l ~• 4 December 4, 2007 )it Hookah health effect myths go up in smoke

BY SAMANTHA BRIX said. Yana Babii, manager StaffReporter Many health advisories against the use of of Mirage Cafe and Grill Hookahs are escalating in popularity all tobacco are already in effect. in Frederick, Md., said over the United States, including the universi­ Patricia Drake, a nursing professor, said hookah bars are not cur­ ty campus, which has sparked discussion public information on smoking provided by rently required to post among officials regarding the health effects of the National Lung Association and warning any health warnings hookah smoking, especially in comparison to labels on cigarette packages should be suffi­ against smoking hookah, cigarettes. cient information for people to refuse smok­ but that customers should Hookahs are passed around in circles at ing. be aware of possible dan­ university-sponsored events such as Israel She said increased risk of lung cancer is gers. Fest and casually puffed outside residence of primary concern for all smokers. "The same advi­ halls such as the Gilbert complex. Senior and hookah smoker Zachary Fry sories against smoking An advisory released by the World stated in an e-mail message that he thinks cigarettes should be in Health Organization in 2005 stated a person smoking hookahs is as dangerous, if not effect," Babii said. potentially inhales the equivalent of 100 ciga­ worse, than smoking cigarettes, because they If such warnings rettes in a 40 minute hookah session. lack filters. Yet, Fry said he continues to were to be mandated by According to the WHO advisory, the fre­ indulge in the Middle Eastern tradition law, she said she does not quent use of hookahs is associated with addic­ approximately once every two weeks. think they would compro­ tion derived from this small amount of nico­ Smoking hookah is a social activity that mise business. tine. This is contrary to popular belief about is not difficult to lure others into, he said. "I think we would the benign effect of small traces of nicotine "It seems like whenever you break out get just as many cus­ found in hookah smoke. the hookah theres always-·a crowd of people tomers, because there are The low levels of nicotine in hookah interested in it and willing to try it," Fry said. so many health advisories smoke allow smokers to inhale more smoke, Junior Conrad Pflumm, a plant science about smoking cigarettes exposing them to higher levels of other toxins major, said he started the Stony Brook Shisha and still there are millions and chemicals, such as carbon monoxide and Society at Stony Brook University, where he of people who smoke," heavy metals. The advisory states that hookah previously attended. Pflumm said the club Babii said. smoking is not a safe alternative to cigarette was successful iri petitioning for money from Lisa Lawrence, wait­ smoking. the school to fund hookah smoking sessions ress at Horus, a restaurant Nursing professor, Bethany Hall-Long, on the quad. When he arrived at the and hookah bar in said smoking is the number one contributing University of Delaware, he quickly found Manhattan, said the factor to lung cancer, and is a leading cause of other shisha lovers. appeal of smoking respiratory and heart disease in all age groups. "I brought my hookah to the Green and hookah draws a young "Smoking is a contributor to second­ people would pop over to smoke," he said. crowd to the restaurant. hand smoke, allergies and asthma," Hall-Long Pflumm said he believes smoking "People think it's THE REVJEWNrrginia Rollison said. hookah is less harmful than smoking ciga­ cool," Lawrence said. According to the World Health Organization, smoking hookah Sophomore nursing major Caitlyn White rettes. "They feel like they're is not safer than smoking cigarettes. said she continuously reminds her smoker "There's absolutely no tar and very small smoking something that roommate of the hazardous effects of smok­ amounts of nicotine," he said. will make them high without actually getting oldest. The weekends usually bring in the ing. Pflumm said a hookah is operated by high," she said. younger crowds, with 18- to 30-year-old White said smoking inflames the airways packing shisha, molasses-dipped tobacco, into Some people enjoy the light-headed sen­ smokers showing up most often. and can cause chronic bronchitis and emphy­ a clay bowl, covering it with tin foil and sation that quickly follows hookah puffs, Lawrence said she doesn't know if any sema. The chronic inflammation caused by adding charcoal on top. When you light the Lawrence said. health advisories against hookah smoking are smoking affects the cells which can cause charcoal and inhale through the hose of the She said she thinks smoking hookah is in place, but doubts any such warnings would cancer. hookah, the tobacco bums and smoke is less harmful than smoking cigarettes. The lack hurt business. · She said warnings against smoking any­ pulled down and filtered through the water. of nicotine in hookah prevents addiction, and "Since we have younger people come, thing should target harmful medical effects The smoke then flows up through the tube, the fruity flavors provide for smoother inhala­ they're less likely to listen [to health advi­ above all else. and finally into your mouth and lungs. He tion. sories]," she said. "Whether it's cigarettes; weed or hookah, said he enjoys the mellow, light-headed feel­ Horus indulges almost all ages of legal "It's kind of a big trend, Lawrence said. it affects your body in a negative way," White ing that results from the process. smokers, she said, with 60-year-olds being the "You go out at night and have dinner and smoke hookah. It's the cool thing to do." Delaware senator named keynote speaker BY JENNIFER HAYES istration. They seek to and he has always keynote speaker because of his Administrative News Editor choose university graduates been actively sup­ background with the university Sen. Tom R. Carper, D-Del., with worthy accomplish­ portive of the suc­ and the state of Delaware. has been chosen to be the Class of ments in their respective cess of UD stu­ "He is someone who has 2008's keynote speaker at the Jan. professions. dents," Rich said. clearly been very successful in his 5 Winter Commencement ceremo­ "Tom Carper has a long Carper said he life, so I feel like he's got a lot he ny. and distinguished career of plans to talk to the can relate to us about and will be Carper, who received his public service to the State of graduating class helpful," Miller said. Master's Degree in business Delaware," Hayward said. about leadership, in He said political figures make administration from the university "During his almost 30 years . both the qualities excellent commencement speakers in 1975, has served two terms as of public service he has of a strong leader because they have important roles senator since 2001. He has also worked tirelessly to develop and the students' in students' lives. served as Delaware's state treasur­ practical solutions to real roles as future "They are a good choice as er, congressman and governor. problems." leaders. He said he long as they're not coming and Carper said he has always Carper is highly wants to speak pushing their political agenda," 1 enjoyed speaking at commence­ respected within the univer­ directly to the stu­ Miller said. "But I think they are ments and looks forward to sity and has maintained a dents in ways rele­ figures that are important in our addressing students at the universi­ strong relationship with· the vant to their lives. country, and they are people that ty. university community, he "I also expect to are going to be controlling policies "It's such a joyous occasion," said. talk a bit about that we are going to live with, so to he said. "To be able to share that "He has been instru­ civil service," hear their opinions and views on joy with the graduates and their mental both at the state and Carper said. "Not things is important." families and friends is very spe­ federal level in securing . just public service Senior Sonrisa Lewis, who cial. It reminds me of my own research and construction Co)lrtesy of Tom R. Carper but service to oth­ will also be attending the com­ graduation, which was a very dollars for the university," Sen. Tom R. Carper said be looks forward to speaking at ers and encourag- mencement, said she was disap­ happy day." Hayward said. "He is a loyal Winter Commencement on Jan. 5. ing them to find a pointed when she learned Carper Pete Hayward, secretary and Blue Hen who comes back place for that in was the speaker, because she had university vice president, stated in to campus frequently to speak or to an ideal speaker. He is able to their lives regardless of what path heard him speak before and ,hoped an e-mail message that Winter watch our athletic teams compete." relate to students at every level, he they take in life." for someone new. said. Commencement speakers are cho­ Provost Dan Rich stated in an Senio~; Kevin Miller~ who will "He is a _good speaker though. "He has always demonstrated sen by the president with input e-mail message that Carper's high be graduating this winter, sa id so I hepe ne bas _a good message from members of the senior admin- r ord of public service makes him a great investment in the educa­ Carper is a . good choice for for everybody," Lewis said. tional success of young people, December 4, 2007 5 Education funding denied in schoOls

BY DANIELLE GOLD grams. Demarest said the district, StaffReporter which is part of the Vision For the second year in a row, Network, hopes the coalition will the Department of Education did search for other funding venues. not include any direct funding in Though the district officials were their budget request for Vision upset the ·funds requested by 2015, an educational initiative Vision 2015 were not met, they composed of schemes and pro- understand the state has to balance grams to strengthen Delaware's the needs of educational programs public education system. across the state under tight fiscal· On Nov. 21, the department circumstances, Demarest said. requested more than $1 billion for Demarest said the strong sup­ public education operating port of the private sector has creal­ expenses and" $217,900,000 for ed a feeling of constant support for statewide capital expenses for the private funding, but state funding Courtesy of Joe DiGregorio 2009 fiscal year. However, the is also needed. Foundations, cor­ Executive chef Joe DiGregorio said every day at Vita Nova is like a grand opening because of staff changes. $500,000 Vision 2015 requested porations and the Delaware was not included, although initia- Business Roundtable have collec­ tives similar to Vision 2015 pro- tively contributed around $5 mil- grams were funded. lion to support Vision 2015. The $500,000 would go "There is· probably a feeling ·vita Nova chef serves toward creating ·a second group of that perhaps because there has school~ using Vision 2015 prac- been some complimentary funding tices. Currently four districts and from grants and the private sector two charter schools make up the that we could continue to get addi­ first cohort and are a part of the tional private funding," she said. up a recipe for success Vision Network. They have "If the financial picture changes engaged in leadership training, as and the economy picks up, we well as preparation for the devel- would hope that funding would be BY JAMIE TRAVIS kind of homemade pasta, this year is She said there is even a person opment of research-based educa- revisited [by the state)." tiona! strategies. The university has also con- StaffReporter anything with figs and good bleu solely in charge of butter. Soothing music plays as bow­ cheese, and I'm thinking pomegran­ With approximately 70 students Paul Herdman, president of tributed by providing leadership tied waiters smile and ask what appe­ ate for the spring." rotating 17 positions daily, the Rodel Foundation, financial training. Dennis Loftus, director of tizer guests would like with the DiGregorio said his inspiration DiGregorio said a little chaos is supporter of Vision 2015, said the Delaware Academy for School Grilled Vegetable Gallette. Servers comes from his Italian background on inevitable and the constant rotation is leaders of the program asked for Leadership at the university, has reveal gourmet meals simultaneously his mother's side. His grandparents one reason he said the job at Vita $35.4 million last year based on helped to develop executive lead­ beneath identical silver plate covers. came to America from Foggia, Italy. . Nova is always exciting. the evaluations of the Boston· ership training programs along But behind the swinging doors, "I can still hear the broken "Every day is like opening day," Consulting 'Group. with other Vision 2015 partners there are sauces splashing, orders English when they spoke and the he said. "We genuinely believed it was for school leaders. barked and plates arranged with decor smell of Sunday dinner cooking in Senior Jillian Stanley said she a reasonable start in a $6.3 billion "This is just the first step of as Joe DiGregorio, executive chef and their Philadelphia row home," he thinks the staff, including budget, but revenues weren't the journey, so we're hopeful and director of education for the hotel said. DiGregorio, works well with the stu­ where we wanted them to be," confident they will get funding," restaurant and institutional manage­ From Atlantic City to Colorado, dents. Herdman said. "Likewise, this Loftus said. "Whether or not that ment program's .food service lab, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Europe, ''The professional staff at Vita year we don't see new revenue funding is from the state is anoth- manages the chaos with composure. DiGregorio is a well-traveled chef, Nova is incredible," Stanley said. being readily available." er story." A chef-turned-educator, and he said his experiences have only "They are so knowledgeable and real­ The goal of Vision 2015 is to • Herdman said he believes the DiGregorio has contributed to dis­ added to his skill. Having worked in ly teach you a lot about the industry." create a world-class education sys- state has been generally supportive guising the second floor of Trabant so many cities across the world, As an instructor, DiGregorio tern based on research of the of Vision 20 I 5 initiatives. University Center from the busy fast DiGregorio recalls his most memo­ said he teaches students how a profes­ attributes of education systems "Governor [Ruth Ann] food court on the floor below. rable moment in the industry. sional kitchen operates and classes around the world. Minner has been supportive of At Vita Nova, elegance prevails, While working as a sous chef in focus more on using equipment and Due to the state of the econo- education overall, but the combi­ transforming students from plastic _ Beano's Cabin, a restaurant in Beaver ingredients, rather than just cooking. my, it is difficult for the state to nation of this being her last year forks to not knowing 'which fork to Creek, Colo. he said he had an excit­ "We have a double-edged find extra funds for secondary pro- and the tight fiscal climate has use. Entirely student-run, the fine­ ing moment on the job. sword," DiGregorio said. "We're grams after dealing with funda- made it difficult to gauge on new dining restaurant has been part of the "The waiter said that there is a working for the students and for pay­ mental state needs. · initiatives," Herdman said. Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional gentleman at one of the tables in the . ing guests." ·' Herdman said while the lack Dan Rich, university provost Management department since 1996. dining room who would like to speak By taking on work at this unique of funding will not bring Vision and a member of the Vision 2015 DiGregorio has been there since the to whoever made his meal - that restaurant, DiGregorio said in his 2015 to an end, it would hinder its implementation team, stated in an beginning. would be me. I didn't know if this transition from chef to instructor, he progress. e-mail message that Governor "After working in a restaurant in was going to be a good thing or a bad has had to learn a lot more patience. "If we don't get the funding, it Minner has recently created a task high school for four years, the owner thing. It was good, the man was Steve Guarino said he has been suc­ will spoil how fast we can grow force, Leadership for Educational led me into the business," DiGregorio Wynn, of Vegas fame. He introduced cessful in doing so. the schools involved," he said. Achievement in Delaware, to look said. "He saw a spark in what I was me to his family and offered me a job "Joe DiGregotio has this uncan­ "We have adequate resources from into improving public education doing." on the spot at his Vegas property." ny ability to stay completely calm and the private sector to continue the funding so that Vision 2015 initia­ DiGregorio was born in When he began looking for an pleasant when there are 25 students in commitrnents we have, but it's a tives can be more readily execut­ Philadelphia and raised in southern executive chef position, the university the kitchen asking. 25 questions matter of needing public support." ed. New Jersey. After learning he had a was also looking to fill the position at each," she said. Robert Rescigno, a Vision Rich said funding for Vision knack for cooking, he attended the Vita Nova. He has advice to aspiring Network liaison, said the issue of 2015 is important for all Delaware Culinary Institute of America. From "This is something different than Emerils or Rachael Ray. state funding is a matter of preser- students as it would prepare stu- there, he became Chef di Parti Saucier what you find anywhere else," he "You're not going to be a star vation. dents for higher education. of the flagship restaurant in the said. "It's not a standard classroom. when you come into the kitchen," he "In realistic terms, to bring "As the implementation of Playboy Hotel and Casino in Atlantic The challenges are not the same than said. "Every kid in high school who sustainability overtime, looking Vision 2015 strengthens public City. There lie began mastering how if you were in a normal setting." wants to play in the NFL doesn't out over the next three to five education, more students from to make sauces, a skill he hopes to Senior Allison Guarino, a Vita make it there. It's a lot like that." years, and to grow [Vision 20 15] Delaware will be prepared for sue-· pass on to students. Nova staff member, said the restau­ He said he. encourages students to a state-wide level, at some point . cess at the university," he said. "The sauce is a key part of the rant is unlike others. to travel, and recognizes that the in time we will need a commit- Rescigno said teamwork is meal," DiGregorio said. "To make a "One of the great things about industry demands long hours. ment from the state." needed to continue the accom- proper sauce is important." Vita Nova is that there is no typical "But rewards are there to go Kathy Demarest, community plishments of Vision 2015. One of his specialties is glace de day," Guarino said. "Every day we along with the long hours," he said. relations public information offi- "Timing is everything and viande, a meat glaze that takes two are a different position within the DiGregorio said he is not all work cer for the New Castle County right now unfortunately the state is days to prepare. . , restaurant. So one day I ,will be at the without play. In his free time, he is Vocational-Technical School facing a lot of financial chal­ "What' I' really like to ' make Darden Bistro ai:J.d tlie next I wiii be learning how'to play the guitar. District, said the $500,000 would lenges," he said. "It's tough on changes from year to year," serving bread in the main dining "I've actually won a few hands not prevent the district from everybody and we all need to work Di0egorio said. "Last year was any room." of poker lately," he said. implementing Vision 2015 pro- together." .. . 6 De€ember 4, 2007 who's 1vho in Newark Life-long Newarker retires from city Job .... BY SARA WAHLBERG In addition, Lamblack ry." '• News Features Editor said she helped create the This includes fielding all com­ It is certainly rare for a high school sen­ educational institute to train plaints, even the oddest ones. She said ior to turn their part-time, after-school job municipal clerks at the uni­ one woman called her office to com­ into a career lasting more than 40 years, but versity, for which she was plain about the cable company. Newark city secretary Sue Lamblack has awarded the Quill Award. It "She was fearful that she was done just that. was the first institute to edu­ being watched by aliens and that she Sitting in her cozy office tucked into a cate professional municipal knew it was coming into her house back corner of the city municipal building, clerks in the state. through the cable," Lamblack said. Lamblack is surrounded by nearly a dozen She said in her 43 years Although complaints like these are awards hanging on the wall, pictures of her of working for the city, she rare, she said helping the citizens of family and a desk cluttered with paperwork. has seen a lot of change. Newark and being able to enact change The atmosphere of her office displays the "Newark has grown on her level quickly, was what kept her importance of her work for the city. from a sleepy little college in the job for so long. She said local In February, however, Lamb lack will be town to a thriving, and I think government does not have a lot of red retiring after 43 years of service to Newark exciting, large city· of tape or paperwork, and it can be more as the city secretary, taking with her plenty Delaware," Lamblack said. satisfying to see change happen with­ of knowledge, experience and accomplish­ She said one of her out months or years of planning. ments. proudest accomplishments "I like working with the people and Lamblack said she began working for was proposing a company I love municipal government," she the city government when she was a senior store for Newark Rfter she said. "I just think it's where everything business student at Newark High School, noticed that the Newark logo happens." and started full-time after graduation in June was hard to find in compari­ Mayor Var.ce A. Funk III said he 1965. son to university merchan­ believes Lamblack has been an asset to She said her first job respo.Jisibilities dise. the city since she was hired in the '60s. included basic office work, such as sorting "I went to council and "The most valuable thing she does minutes, typing notices and answering tele­ told them we are doing a hor­ is she keeps us out M trouble because phones. , rible job at selling ourselves she has so much more knowledge than "Minutes back then were done verbatim and of putting our name on anyone else in the city about the way and there were sometimes meetings done the map," Lamblack said. "I the city runs," Funk said. every week," Lamblack said. "Collating said, 'I have an idea that As for retirement, Lamblack said minutes was a boring job but someone had maybe we can do something.' she thinks it is time to move on and do to do it and I was at the low end of the " other things while she is still young chain." She said the logo she ~nough to do them. She said she hopes Since then, she said she moved up the helped create is now on to go into business with her son or con­ ladder until she was appointed city secretary everything from T-shirts to tinue using her knowledge to teach and treasurer ofNewark in 1984. briefcases, and in her travels municipal clerks, but she does not have Her job has allowed her to travel all she passed it on throughout any plans yet. over the world and receive multiple recogni­ the world to let everyone Courtesy of Sue Lamblack "I don't plan to do any one thing, I tions and awards, Lamblack said. As the know what Newark has to City secretary Sue Lamblack began working for the city more plan to be able to do lots of things," president of the International Institute of offer. . than 40 years ago. Lamblack said. Municipal Clerks in 1998, she traveled from Lamblack said her pas­ Funk said Lamb lack will be missed South Africa to the Netherlands to teach sion for the job comes from going on and to act as a liaison between the by the city for her experience and professionalism and the value of education her love of municipal government, and the knowledge, but mostly for her passion for for municipal clerks. citizens and the city council, which she said ability to interact with the citizens of the she finds satisfying. Newark. "Everywhere I went I was ambassador city. "She just really cares about the city," he for Newark, Del.," she said. "That was quite "We are kind of like a hub of a wheel," Part of her job is to notify the people Lamblack said. "We're here for the citizen- said. "I don't know how else to describe an honor." living in Newark about everything that is that." Lead in toys b.rings down holiday cheer

BY ESTHER WALSH site, more than 21 million Chinese-made toys Mierzwinski said the nation's largest toy­ need greater authority to do import's surveil­ Staff Reporter were recalled because of their dangerous lev­ maker, Mattei, has been in trouble all year lance and put more importer inspectors at the At the onset of the nation's busiest shop­ els of lead and hazardous magnets. Aqua Dots, long with the CPSC. Mattei has recalled 25 ports. And third we need to give the CPSC ping season, federal regulators urge consumers a toy in high demand this holiday season, was million toys worldwide due to lead violations more money and staff and authority to do to beware of poisonous materials found in recalled because when ingested, the body and toys containing dangerous magnets that wrong doers accountable." toys. Over the past several months, millions of metabolizes a chemical in the beads into a date fall out. Mierzwinski said the CPSC's current Chinese-made toys and other imported prod­ rape drug (gamma hydroxyl butyrate). Junior Jason Dague said he is aware of budget is less than half of its budget in 1973. ucts were recalled due to their dangerously Many cases of children's jewelry have Mattei's recalls and companies need to They are responsible for more than 10,000 dif­ high levels of lead. The toxins found in chil­ been found containing high amoUI?-ts of lead. strengthen their product safety laws. ferent products and hundreds of ports, but dren's toy boxes worldwide have the non-prof­ The Consumer Product Safety Commission · "I have been shopping, I know about the have 15 inspectors to guard these import entry it Public Interest Research Group pushing has recalled more than 150 million pieces of lead issues and I don't buy Mattei," Dague points. Congress to strengthen product safety laws. children's jewelry since 2004. Mierzwinski said. "They need tougher quality assurance by The CPSC needs to impose greater civil Ed Mierzwinski, federal consumer pro­ said. the CPSC needs to do more than take jew­ these companies and tighter oversight at the penalties on companies that break the law and gram director of PIRG said PIRG's 22nd elry off the shelves. production level." gain greater authority to issue recalls, he said. annual report of hazardous toys, "Trouble in "Lead paint is getting through injewelries According to the Washington Post, the "The CPSC is a small agency with a big Toyland," recently found approximately 60 even though they are doing these recalls," he Center for Environmental Health found toys job and companies aren't afraid of it," . different toys tainted with dangerous sub- • said. "The CPSC needs more authority, as well such as Dora the Explorer Game Pack and Mierzwinski said. "Companies are more afraid stances. to impose civil penalties on companies that SpongeBob Square Pants bat and ball set to be ofWal-mart's demand for low prices than they "The most shocking thing is that the toy break the law. Companies are not scared of the tainted with lead. CEH also discovered a are that the CPSC will hurt them." industry claims they've cleaned up their act, CPSC and so that's why they are being so Starletz ceramic tea set to be contaminated Rebarber said if she was a parent she but we found 59 [toys] that could pose hazards sloppy." with more than 20 times the legal amount of would act fast to ensure her child's safety. to children," Mierzwinski said. Junior Deb Rebarber said she first lead. . "I would find out the necessary steps to Toys including the popular Diddl became aware of toys tainted with lead when Mierzwinski said Congress still has a lot making sure my child is OK and then get rid of Alphabet necklace, a stuffed Curious George she worked at a doctor's office. of work to "do to make the CPSC strong all the contaminated toys and contact the com­ doll, a hand-sized John Deere front-end loader "I used to work at a pediatrician and enough to protect public citizens. pany with a complaint," she said. "At my and children's jewelry sold at various stores heard all about this thing," Rebarber said. "We believe the CPSC needs three office, there is always a nurse available for were listed in the annual report. "Parents were going nuts when the news things," he said. "CPSC needs to ban lead in questions so parents should definitely take According to the Trans World News Web broke." · children's toys unless in trace amounts. They advantage of that." December 4._2007 7 New-environmental w-aste facility cleans up Newark

BY JOSH SHANNON lature instructed DNREC to create The Delaware Solid Waste City News Editor three yard-waste recycling sites to Authority will pick up yard waste Silhouetted against the late- help residents deal with the bap. A for one dollar per bag. afternoon sun, Ian Chiappa stood in similar facility in Bear opened in There are also private yard­ the bed of his truck's trailer, buried July and a third is expected to open waste hauling companies, but many up to his knees with leaves. in northern New Castle County in are just getting started because there With a rake, Chiappa, a January, Miller said. was never a need for them before, Newark resident, pushed the leaves The Polly Drummond Hill he said. out of the trailer and into the sprawl- facility opened Nov. 9. . "It's a Catch-22," Miller said. ing pile of branches and lc;;aves at Jim Short, spokesman for "You don't need private companies the newest yard waste recycling DNREC, said the site is projected to until there is a ban, but people don't facility set up by the Delaware cost up to $40,000 per year to oper­ want a ban until there are private Department ofNatural Resources & ate. The actual cost will depend on companies." Environmental Control. the amount of material collected. The DNREC drop-off sites are Using the facility is better for The money will come out of intended as temporary and expected the environment and more appeal- DNREC's penalty fund, Short said. to last no longer than two years, ing than composting in his back- ''Money accrues in the account from Miller said. Courtesy of DART First State/Patty Boyd yard, Chiappa said. people who get fines for various "We want to help people out Newark showcased its new trolley bus last Wednesday. "My backyard is really not that environmental violations," he said. until those businesses bring them­ big," he said. "This is a lot better Community reaction to· the selves forward," he said. than putting it out back where you sites has been positive so far, Miller Newark Public Works director can still see it." said. Rich Lapointe said city residents Newark trolley Bill Miller, an environmental "People love it," he said. have another option. Newark has scientist for DNREC, said the facil- ''"We've been very happy with the long collected leaves and grass clip­ ity, located on Polly Drummond amount of people using it." pings for recycling, but in response Hill Road, near Newark, is intended Hockessin resident Steve to this year's ban, has added other to provide residents with an envi- Reilly, who was dropping off a load yard waste to its program, Lapointe rolls into town ronmentally-sound option for dis- of leaves and brush Friday, said he said. posing of their yard waste. believes the facility is a good idea. Residents must contact the It is also intended to help resi- "Anything that can be recycled Department of Public Works to BY CHRISTINE GORDY The trolley will operate on a dents cope with the ban on yard should be recycled," Reilly said. schedule a special collections pick Staff Reporter loop around the city, with stops waste in the Cherry Island landfill, Bernice Smith, a Newark resi­ up. The first six bundles or 32-gal­ Last Wednesday Newark including the Newark Municipal Miller said. After Jan. 24, residents dent, said she does all of her own lon cans are free, but after that a fee unveiled its new trolley system, Building, College Square and the of New Castle County will no composting, but thinks the facility is applies, he said. which is designed to make the intersection of Main Street and longer be permitted to send leaves, a good idea. The yard waste is then taken to downtown area more accessible, South College Avenue. It will run grass clippings, tree branches or "Its time has come," Smith one ofNewark's two recycling sites, · while giving a new look to public regularly on weekdays from 9 a.m. other yard waste to the landfill with said. "It's ~perative people realize on New London Road and Elkton transportation. to 4:30p.m. . their regular garbage. there is a limited amount of space Road, he ·said. Previously, special DART bus driver Dallas Gint The trolley was displayed at a "The facility was developed to . and we have to use it wisely." collections picked up yard waste at described the trolley as a nostalgic ribbon-cutting ceremony at the help· New Castle County residents Newark resident David Jones the same time as old refrigerators "rubber tire" model, independent Newar~ Municipal Building trru;tsition into the yard-waste ban," said he disagrees with the ban, but and other bulk items and took it all of tracks. Wednesday. Approximately 30 Miller said. "For people who don't does appreciate the facility as an to. the landfill. Singing the Rice-a-Roni jin­ people turned out to see Funk cut have mulching mowers or already alternative. Lapointe said it will cost gle, Gint said the trolley reminded the ribbon, which was attached to compost on their own, this is a way "If it weren't for that, you Newark $10,000 to recycle the yard him of the • trolleys in San the doors of the trolley. to transition." would have a lot of people throwing waste. Francisco. Funk said besides improving He said residents can drop off [yard waste] on the roadside," Jones .. "Unfortumitely, due to budget The design of the trolley is transportation in Newark, the trol­ their yard waste for free at the facil- said. "It will help, but it's not a com­ constraints, we still have a pile of reminiscent of historic trolleys, ley would be a way to kick off the ity, which is a part of White Clay plete solution." brush," he said. "Hopefully, the sav­ painted navy and gold with wood­ transit hub and celebrate Newark's Creek State Park. The site is open on Diane Davidson, a Newark res­ ings on tipping fees from not having en accents. Inside are wooden 250th anniversary because it is Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays ident, said the facility is only con­ to take yard waste to the landfill will benches, brass poles and leather visually appealing. from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. venient for people who have a way pay for the grinder." straps for standing passengers. "The city's 250th anniversary The material collected will be to haul yard waste. Smith said the best solution is Some may say it looks nostal­ is a really big deal fpr us, so we turned into mulch, which will be . "I think they ought to have for people to recycle yard waste gic, but it is still equipped for wanted to introduce something to made available for free to the pub- planned more and had a pickup . themselves. modern needs. The trolley can the community that would inspire lie. service for people who don't have "All people have to do is use a hold up to 28 seated passengers residents, students and visitors to "As the site starts to fill up, a -· pickup trucks," Davidson said. "I mulcher mower," she said. "Let it and 21 standing passengers. the area," he said. contractor will push it into a pile," guess I'll have to put it in the trunk go back into the ground where it The trolley system, along with Seeing as downtown and Miller said. "A few times a year, of my car or get a neighbor to take belongs. a transit hub that will open in Main Street are always crowded another contractor will come in to it." "We don't need our yards to Newark in April2008, will make it with traffic, he said he hopes stu­ grind it." Such a program does exist, look like a golf course fairway." easier for people to get around, dents will opt to take the trolley Earlier this. year, the state legis- Miller said, but it comes at a cost. Gint said. The best part of the trol­ and reduce congt

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BY CAITLIN WOLTERS "When you look at a lot of new media, Amazon.com," she Copy Editor such as the Internet and text messaging, said. "Sitting in an The holiday season is known for bring­ many words of print are embedded in all of airport with a Kindle ing out many new creative gift ideas. This those," Kist said. "Just as the invention of in your pocket is real­ season, Amazon. com is giving customers an television and comic books, there have ly something good. innovative way to read by introducing an always been these alarmist cries that new The everywhere-ness electronic device that is set up similarly to a media is going to be the death of reading." is good." book, called Kindle. • Kist, who recently wrote a book titled Andrews said Devon Corvasce, an Amazon.com "New Literacies in Action," said that she would probably spokesperson, stated in an e-mail message despite new studies that say reading has not buy a Kindle for that Kindle, which was the subject of decreased, young people may be reading herself because it Newsweek's Nov. 26 cover story, has many more than ever because of different medias does not present the benefits for readers which print versions do available to them. Students are often read­ same appear as a print not have. ing electronically, so they might respond book. It has a wireless connection that allows more positively to Kindle. "I don't take my readers to connect to Amazon.com at any "Maybe they're not reading print on a computer," she said. time and in any place and it also has an 11 page as much but they're reading online "I take my book. That hour battery life, she said. It can be used more than ever before," he said. "They're wouldn't be for me. I anywhere a cell phone can be used. Kindle totally immersed in print, depending on how have a hankering for has more than 900,000 titles including active they are on Facebook, MySpace and print." books, newspapers and magazines that can text messaging. There's print embedded in Molly Wilwol, be accessed, making it convenient- specif­ that media." textbook manager at ically for travelers who do not have to carry English professor Deborah Andrews Delaware Book those items. said Kindle will be a success if consumers Exchange, said it is Corvasce said Kindle was not released prefer to read books on a scn:en in compar­ nice for readers to be for the holiday season. Rather, it was ison to print books. This may not be an able to buy their announced now because Amazon. com felt it appeal to most people because of the com­ books elsewhere. was the best time for customers to experi- fort of reading a book presents. "I think it's nice ence the product's advantlJ,ges. \ "I'm not super comfortable with read­ to have the extra William Kist, associate professor qf ing a novel on screen," Andrews said. options," Wilwol English education at Kent State University "People want something to curl up with. But said. "You can have a Courtesy of Amazon.com and member of the National £ouncil of it's an interesting concept." hard copy, or if you Kindle allows readers to access more than 900,000 titles. Teachers of English, said Kindle will be a She said she has seen Kindle in the prefer to read it material that allows them to read easier is a benefit to readers. business pages of newspapers. Predictions online, it's great idea to have the extra step in the right direction. "Obviously, the advantage is conven­ say companies such as Apple will try to option." . "I really believe if some kid wants to ience," Kist said. "It's apparent people w~nt invent similar products to surpass Kindle in She said she does worry about having use this device, who cares if it's on a screen the convenience of being able to download the near future. competition against a traditional bookstore · or on a page," he said. "It's not like printed e-books. I see that as a benefit. How can this Kindle has many positive aspects because of new inventions like Kindle. books are flying off the shelves now." be seen as a negative?" including the wireless use and rapid down­ However, Kindle does .not currently offer Despite not wanting to purchase a He said he has seen people have nega­ load time from any place, Andrews said. She textbooks to be downloaded. Kindle for herself, Andrews said she would tive reactions to a change in media before. said she understands why Amazon.com Kist said it does not matter how young consider buying one for someone else. This is not the first time people have wor­ would market this item towards frequent readers are, as long as they do read. The "I think the question is, 'Would I get it ried that a new invention may change the travelers. decrease of leisure reading has such a nega­ for my grandson?' " she said. amount of books being read. "It takes seconds to connect to tive impact on young people that any type of New Google feature creeps Newark streets

BY JOSH SHANNON Newark were taken, but a sign visible in the people in the process of changing their Others would welcome seeing their pic­ City News Editor images of Main Street advertises an clothes. ture on Street View. A new service launched earlier this year Independence Day special, suggesting the Malinowska said Google will remove Santoro said Street View might bring by Google gives users a street-level view of pictures were taken in late June or early sensitive images such as faces or license fame to those pictured, such as the women roads, buildings and houses in Newark and July. plates, if asked. on South College Avenue. other towns across the country. Google Maps, located on the Web at "We understand that people may not "I'm sure those ladies are mini-celebri­ Street View, a feature of Google Maps, Maps.google.com, displays road maps and want images they feel are objectionable fea­ ties now because they're on Google Maps," allows users to take a virtual walk down the aerial photos. Roads for which Street View tured on the service and so we have provid­ she said. streets of many cities and towns. Users can is available are shown highlighted in blue. ed users with easily accessible tools for She said she was not surprised to learn pan though images, rotate the view 360- Users can click anywhere on a high­ flagging inappropriate or sensitive imagery about Google Maps' newest addition. degrees and zoom in on a specific building lighted street to see the street level images. for review and removal," she said. "It seemed a logical jump," she said. or object. Arrows superimposed on the image allow Google has received few requests for Newark Mayor Vance A. Funk III was Kat Malinowska, a spokeswoman for the user to move up or down the street. changes, she said. unaware of the site and said Google did not Google, stated in an e-mail message that the Newark resident Doretha Green, who On its way through Newark, Google's notify him it was taking pictures in Newark. images are captured by vehicles driving works at the university box office, said camera snapped a picture of a family sitting Funk called Street View "silly," but said it is along public streets. Street View could be useful to students who outside their house on· Thompson Circle. most likely legal. "The imagery collection vehicles are are new to Newark. Other pictures show customers dining on "We have to adhere to the constitution­ standard cars equipped with imaging tech­ "They would have a better view of what the deck at Klondike Kate's and two women al privilege of free speech," he said. "Taking nology that gather 3-D geometry dat~," they are looking for," Green said. crossing South College Avenue. pictures of people in public has generally Malinowska said. Graduate student Lily Santoro said Some people, such as sophomore Peter been upheld by the United States Supreme The images are not real-time, she said. Street View would be helpful. Battaglia, do not like the thought of being Court." Malinowska said Street View is intended to "It would be useful for helping people caught by Google's camera, even if they Sophomore Courtney Gamble said she help people become familiar with an area. find my house," Santoro said, "but it would were not shown in an embarrassing situa­ would not mind her picture being on the "Street View provides users with a rich, be a little strange if it was someone I didn't tion. site, but would not want her house pictured. immersive browsing experience directly in want to find my house." "Having your picture online where "If it was my house, I'd be kind of cau­ Google Maps, enabling greater understand­ Santoro is not alone in her feelings. everyone can see it would be creepy," tious because if you have a stalker, they can ing of a specific location or area," she said. Street View has raised privacy concerns Battaglia said. know where you live," Gamble said. Street View debuted in May 2007 with because it shows images of houses, vehicles Newark resident and university profes­ Often, typing a person's name and state images of San· Francisco, New York and and any people who were on the street when sor Jewel Walker said if he was pictured on of residence into the Google search engine three other cities. In October, Google added the images were taken. Street View, he would feel as though Google will bring up his or her address listing as images· of the Philadelphia area, which Google cameras have caught people at was using his image to make money. well as a link to .see their house on Google includes northern Delaware. what some consider inopportune times in "They must bring people on their Web Maps and Street View. "We're fQcused on making the service the past. . . site and show . them advertising;'~ Walker · · Walker said he would not be bothered available in as many cities as possible, first A man in San Francisco is pictured said: "They wouldn't do it if they couldn't by having his house pictured on Street View. starting with major metropolitan areas," walking into an adult bookstore. A person in make a profit. "Not unless they went into my house or Malinowska said. New York is pictured being stopped by the "My image doesn't belong to anyone to showed people how to sneak in," he said. She did not say when the pictures of police. Several Street View images show make a profit with," he said. ~· December 4, 2007 9 Vacc.ine offered

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"I recog­ Sl!nior News Reporter Hours after the fmal ballots nize the decision a people have Rutgers Student Assembly rep- . were cast, the National Electoral made." resentatives voted unanimously this Council announced at l: 15 a.m. Chavez admitted, though, that past month to support a New Jersey Monday that voters, by a margin of he had found himself in a quandary bill that would permit the state's 51 to 49 percent, had rejected 69 on Sunday night as votes were being public universities to establish text­ reforms to the 1999 constitution. The tallied because the vote was so close. book rental programs. The rental modifications would have permitted He said that with nearly 90 percent of programs would allow students to the president to stand for re-election 9 million ballots counted, it became pay approximately half of a book's indefmitely, appoint governors to clear that his opponent's victory was price and then return the book at provinces he would create and con­ irreversible. "I came out of the dilem­ the end of a semester, rather than trol Venezuela's sizable foreign ma," he said, "and I am calill." buying the books. Barbara Kreppel, associate ROMNEY TO ADDRESS ISSUE OF HIS RELIGIOUS FAITH vice president for administrative year, his faith was·regarded as a big­ services, stated in an e-mail mes­ After months of internal deliber­ sage that a textbook rental program ation, former Gov. Mitt Romney, R­ ger stumbling block than the race of Sen. Barack Obarna, D-Ill., or the would be possible at the University Mass., has decided to give a speech of Delaware in the future. The uni­ directly addressing his Mormon gender of Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, D-N.Y versity has a management partner­ faith, much like then-candidate John ship with Barnes & Noble, a com­ But this week, Romney's cam­ F. Kennedy did about his Catholicism pany which has book rental pro­ Textbooks before the 1960 election. paign armounced that he will give a speech about his faith Thursday at the grams throughout the United Romney said for months he saw States. George H. W. Bush presidential B 0 0 k THE REVIEW/John Transue no need to make an issue out of his "Since we look to Barnes & money wheri purchasing text­ library in Texas. In a statement, religion, despite surveys that have Noble to advise us as to changing books," Keating said. "In terms of Exchange, said he believes text­ suggested that some voters, especial­ spokesman Kevin Madden said that long-term success, it has a lot of book rental programs would ease Romney will deliver a speech titled trends and new opportunities in the ly in the South, are less likely to vote market to enhance our bookstore potential." costs on students but may not be for him because of his religion. In a ''Faith in America." program, it is possible that we The bill states that the average practical to administrate. He said Washington Post poll earlier this might receive a proposal to consid­ annual textbook rental cost should the cost of textbooks have become 'STATE OF THE BAY' REPORTS ON CHESAPEAKE BAY HEALTH er a rental program in the future," not exceed 50 percent of the aver­ so high that academic communities The Chesapeake Bay's health score was lowered because of a con­ Kreppel said. age annual retail purchase cost of are looking for alternatives, but he slipped slightly in the last year, mer- fluence of unhappy trends. The The university would need to textbooks. does not think a rental program is iting a score of just 28 out of 100, as spring rains brought down a glut of weigh costs and benefits before The U.S. Government the best solution. · spring rains brought increased pollu- the pollutant phosphorus, which adopting a textbook rental pro­ Accountability Office reported in "I really do believe it is politi­ tion and the blue crab population fell helps feed urmatural algae blooms in gram, she said. A rental program 2005 that textbook prices increased cally favorable, but it could be toward new lows, according to a the bay. The bay's water was murkier would require the university to pur­ at twice the rate of inflation over logistically challenging," Dill said. report from the nonprofit than usual, thanks to those algae, as chase the inventory which could the past two decades, following Textbook rental programs Chesapeake Bay Foundation. well as mud washed down from farm cost several million dollars. closely behind tuition increases. could have complications because The armual "State of the Bay" fields and suburban lawns. T h e Kreppel said missing or dam­ The University of Delaware professors frequently change the report, unveiled Monday at the foun- blue crab population - the aged books would need to be recommends each student should reading material for courses, he dation's bayside headquiuters near Chesapeake's best-known species, as replaced and faculty would need to budget approximately $800 per said. Bookstores would need to rent Annapolis, Md., lowered the well as a major harvest for its water­ use the same material for at least school year for textbooks. The the textbooks for several semesters Chesapeake's score one point from men, have slumped since the early three years. College Board, a non-profit' associ­ before they could earn profits on last year. The ioundation also gave 1990s. The crab have been harmed "This would limit the faculty's ation, estimates students through­ the books. the bay a letter grade of D, as it has by pollution, climate change and ability to select updated materials out the country spend $805 to. "I would imagine in order to every year since the reports began in heavy fishing. This year's catch is for their courses," she said. $1229 each on textbooks and sup­ make a program economically 1998. expected to be far below average, the Jim Kline, RUSA president plies each year. viable, there would have to be some Foundation officials said the report said. and a senior at Rutgers, said text­ Kreppel said bookstores coordination with the academic -compiled from the L.A. Times and Washington Post wire reports book prices are the top priority on address the prices of textbooks by community to not change editions, RUSA's agenda. offering competitive pricing, used and many times that never seems to "As student government, textbooks and buyback programs. be the case," Dill said. Jl(lli<~e reports we're always trying to reduce the University officials should Junior Brea McMillen said she cost of textbooks," Kline said. "It's explore options for textbook pro­ thinks textbook rental programs STUDENT RECEIVES COUNTERFEIT MONEY ORDER the number one issue for student grams and monitor the. textbook would benefit students, but if the A 25-year-old female university student received four counterfeit money government." market, she said. program was offered at the univer­ orders as payment for subletting her apartment, Cpl. Scott Simpson of the If New Jersey Assembly Bill "We need to do everything sity, there would not be textbooks Newark Police Department said. A994 is passed, it would require possible to provide the largest for all courses and some students After placing an ad to sublet her apartment in College Town Apartments universities' student governments selection of used books and offer would not use the program. for Winter Session, the victim received an email from Michelle Scott, who · to request textbook renting pro­ competitive pricing," Kreppel said. "I think [the program] depends claimed to be a university student interested in the apartment, Simpson said. grams, he said. Keating said textbook rental on the availability," McMillen said. The victim then received an e-mail message from Martins Scott, who claimed Kline said the bill would be programs would be most beneficial "I think it could increase popularity to be Michelle's father and that he would pay for the apartment. tailored to each individual universi­ for general required courses. if people use it." On Nov. 29, the victim received a UPS package containing four money ty in the state. "We would probably imple­ Kline said RUSA is working to orders for a total of$3,400, an overpayment of$2,600. "The bill would work with stu­ ment it for big classes that require a get the support of the Commission The victim became suspicious and went to police. Police determined the dents and administrators of each lot of textbooks," he said. of Higher Education in New Jersey money orders were counterfeit and the package, which had a return address in college setting up a structure that Sophomore Travis DiJoseph, and members of the state legisla­ Washington state, had act}lally been sent from Virginia, Simpson said. There works for the college," he said. who spends approximately $450 ture to support the bill. are no more leads. The bill states that each uni­ per semester on textbooks, said he It is difficult to tell when the versity must fund the program would rent his textbooks if a pro­ bill could be passed, he said. MAN· VIcTIM OF ARMED ROBBERY through revenue generated from gram was offered at the university. . "If we could get this out by fall A 2().-Y.ear-old male was robbed Sunday by three men, two of whom were · student tuition and fees, but addi­ "For general education classes 2008, that would be wonderful," armed, in l:iis apartment building on Country Club Drive, Simpson said. tional funding may come from and breadth requirements, I would Kline said. "It might take two-and­ The victim, returning from work at approximately 6:35a.m., was on the organizations not affiliated with the definitely rent," DiJoseph said. a-half years, but that would be sat­ second floor of the building, near his apartment, when he was approached state. He said he thinks a textbook isfying. The implications of this are from behind by a suspect holding a handgun, Simpson said. Two more sus­ Chris Keating, chair of the renting program would ease finan­ huge and would benefit students pects came down the stairs from the third floor. RUSA Legislative Affairs cial burdens on students, but the greatly." One suspect held a gun to the victim's head while the other two went Committee and a junior at Rutgers, quality of the rented textbooks University of Delaware junior trough his pockets. They stole money, three cell phones, a credit card and a said RUSA supported the bill could diminish from semester to Andrew Bruno said he ·spends debit card, Simpson said. because it could help reduce text­ semester. approximately $400 per semester The victim was punched in the head and kicked in the head, but reported book prices, which are a problem "The only downside is books on books and a textbook rental pro­ no injuries. Police searched the area but did not find the suspects, Simpson for students throughout the country. could get beat up over time," gram would save him money. said. "That bill seemed like it would DiJoseph said. . "I don't keep any of my books, , ...,.... Josh Shannon.. be a great way to help students save . -· Bill Djll, manager of Delaware so what's the point?" Bruno said. 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Street View feature is invasive The Newarker New Google application could be a safety ,risk Earlier this year, Google There is no way Google could launched Street View, a new feature possibly alter Street View to fix these of Google "M:aps in which users can problems because they are inherent take a virtual tour of cities and towns. in the feature. The program should be Cars with cameras attached took discarded all together. footage from public roads, capturing Right now, Street View seems images of houses, cars, people and remarkable because it is a new con­ anything, or anyone, who happened cept that uses modem technology. to be outside at the moment the car However, it is also ambiguous and drove by. unnecessary. Although Street View is an Google Earth can look up a interesting concept, it is an invasion location and get an image. The differ­ of privacy and a possible safety risk. ence between the two being the In some of the captured images, images on Google Map are not inva­ people are outside walking, eating sive. Unlike the new feature, Google and spending time with family anti Earth shows images that do not friends. License plate numbers can include personal details. be seen in some of the pictures. Street View could be useful if People can be seen through some used only to capture images in big . windows. cities across the country. In a busy, This is going too far. The crowded city environment, a detailed Internet is a public space. Anyone visual could be helpful .when using with access to a computer can view directions to fmd a location. the images taken in Street View. However, using Street View in small­ "This Tila Tequila show really has me questioning things ... " Furthermore, the citizens of the cities er cities such as Newark is a terrible, featured in the program have no con­ invasive idea. trol over whether or not their image Street View is also impractical. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR will appear on the Internet. For a program that does not have a Street View raises security con­ specific purpose or niche, it takes too A message from the president By next fall, we are committed Orchard Road on Oct. 31, I feel the cerns. By searching a name, extreme­ much time and effort to make and to having in place a residential life need to clarify. I happened to walk ly clear images of _a neighborhood, maintain. It is not worth the man­ Several incidents this fall have program - revised and enhanced by the tree the rope w.as in that day. house, car or possibly a person can be power or money it would take to take caused some individuals to ques­ following the review of the Faculty It was a Gatorade bottle with a seen. This feature is setting the scene detailed images of every random tion the university's commitment Senate - · that will support the rope tied around it thrown around a for possibly dangerous situations. street across the country. to the goals of diversity. I want to intellectual, cultural and ethical branch in a tree. Nothing about assure the entire university com­ development of our students. how the rope was tied implied a munity that we are indeed commit­ I welcome input on this. issue noose to me at all. ted to diversity. This university from all members of the university If there was a noose found on must provide an environment community to enrich and further campus, student.s have a right to be Textbook rentals: a smart idea where all people feel welcome to this conversation. outraged. Swift action should be Rutgers students propose bill to end buying textbooks learn, an environment that supports A university must be a place taken. But, it seems to me, since and sustains intellectual curiosity, that welcomes the contributions very few people saw what the Rutgers, the State University of Another argument against the critical thinking, free inquiry and and participation of individuals "noose" looked like, they have got­ New Jersey's Student Assembly has textbook renting idea is that books respect for the views and values of from many different backgrounds, ten carried away by condemning recently made a push to put into leg­ may be damaged and unusable after everyone. and I would ask all members of the this university and President islation a bill, which if passed, would years of renting. This is the same Patrick Harker for racism. make universities throughout the problem many students must face This spring, we will be hold­ university community to support when they are currently looking to ing a series of forums centering on our commitment to diversity Please do not subject this uni­ state of New Jersey to have a pro­ versity to even more bad press gram in place to allow textbook buy a used book to save money. If the issues of living in a diverse through both words and deeds. rentals. This program would replace universities are truly worried books world and designed to promote dia­ because one person called police to the current way in which textbooks may be so damaged they cannot be logue on diversity and related Patrick Harker remove a rope with a Gatorade bot­ much be purchased by each and used, institute a fee for returning issues confronting our university. University President tle tied to it from a tree and called every student. · damaged books or even make the In addition to these forums, we are [email protected] it a noose. Do not be so quick to The arguments against a pro­ person who has damaged the book planning to bring several guest judge the situation before you gram of this nature seem to be cen­ just purchase it. speakers to campus to present dif­ Noose on tree was a bottle understand it. tered on a general theme; the univer­ Barbara Kreppel, associate vice ferent viewpoints on this topic. I sities would not be making as much president for administrative services, would encourage everyone to Because there seems to be Melanie Jonas money off of a rental program as they stated in an e-mail message that a become engaged with these activi­ some confusion about the alleged Senior currently are with the purchase and program such as the rental program ties. noose that was discovered on [email protected] resale method. For once, a university may possibly limit professor's abili­ should take into ·consideration just ties to have the most up-to-date how much money students must books for classes. But, this program spend for books and do its best to would help professors choose books help out students for a change. which will actually be used. There WRITE TO THE REVIEW According to the University of would be no more buying books that 250 Perkins Student Center Delaware's Web site, students are will never see the light of day Newark, DE 19716 expected to budget approximately because classes fall behind and the Fax: 302-831-1396 $800 per year for books alone. This is books are no longer needed. E-mail: [email protected] a substantial amount of money to add In the end, a book rental pro­ or visit us online at www.udreview.com The Review will resume on to the incre~ingly high tuition gram may not be the most profitable The Editorial section is an open forum for public debate and discussion. The Review wel­ publication on Feb. 12. rates students must already pay. way for universities to get books to comes responses from its readers. The editorial staff reserves the right to edit all letters to A rental program ·could be one their students, but it might be the best the editor. Letters and columns represent the ideas and beliefs of the authors and should Check udreview.com over the solution to help lower. some of the way for students to have one less not be taken as representative of The Review. Staff editorials represent th~ ideas and expenses students go through in their worry in an already stressful college beliefs of The Review Editorial Board on behalf of the editors. All letters become property winter for breaking news. college careers. career. of The Review and may be published in print or electronic form. December 4, 2007

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Inevitably, two weeks before across a slew of light-clad houses, escaping go from neighborhood to neighborhood Cass-In· Thanksgiving every year, the advertisements Christmas becomes nearly impossible as the singing "Come Light the Menorah" or my would start. It seemed like every store had run TV and movie specials start to uncontrollably personal favorite "I am a Latke." Point new Christmas versicns of their old commer­ flood America's television sets. Let me make it clear that for all my com­ cials, including in-depth musical productions The list of Christmas movies is endless, plaining, I really do enjoy the holiday season. Sammi Cassin or Santa-hat wearing puppies intended to from animated to comedy to drama to down­ To be fair to the gentiles, Christmas is very inspire the spirit of gift-giving and good cheer. right inspirational. "Rudolph the Red-Nosed festive, and people seem to be in a genuinely Soon after the commercials start, the mall Reindeer" "It's a Wonderful Life " "Miracle better mood with all of the music and decora­ decorations were sure to follow. And no, it on 34th Street" - the list goes o~. So I have tions in the atmosphere. The Jews have done A Jewish girl's view on the holiday does not come in the form of blue and yellow to ask myself, why not "Miracle on Ben their best to add a few festive twists of their season ribbons or a few tasteful 10 or 11-foot-tall Yehuda Street" or "It's a Wonderful Eight own. menorahs in every window display. It is red Nights?" This never made any sense to me. I Adam Sandler, for one, pretty much put The holiday season is upon us. For many and green all the way and twinkle lights and honestly do not think I could even name a Hanukkah on the map with "The Hanukkah it means gathering around the Christmas tr.ee pine trees once again overwhelm every cor­ Hanukkah movie for each night. Song," which let kids like me know that we with family and friends, drinking egg nog and ner. I do recognize that Jews have been given were not the only ones feeling a little left out singing Christmas carols. . Not only is the mall overwhelmingly · some moments in the spotlight. during the winter holidays, and in fact, that But not me. I am one of those outcasts stocked with everything Christmas, but some­ "The Rugrats Hanukkah Special," was there were some pretty sweet celebrities who who never woke up early on Christmas morn­ where, waiting for the· terrified, screaming definitely a big whoop as it was one of the celebrated Hanukkah just like us. ing to open presents, never decorated a kids in their Christmas finery, is Santa Cla,us first shows of my generation to have an It is safe to say Hanukkah is normally Ghristmas tree and never displayed hundreds and his elves. episode devoted to Hanukkah. Overall, how­ overshadowed by Christmas during the holi­ of Christmas lights from my roof or a baby Although some have tried, in a futile ever, I have been unimpressed with the efforts day season, and even though I can get behind Jesus on my lawn. attempt, to give us Jews some sort of mythical of my fellow Jews in the entertainment com­ a good Christmas-themed Will Ferrell movie Yep, you guessed it, I am Jewish. mascot to believe in like "Harry the Hanukkah munity. every once in a while, this year like all others, Growing 11p in a Jewish town and attend­ Helper'' or something equally pathetic, ours' Perhaps the one aspect of Christmas time I will be counting down the days until the ing Jewish day schools for my entire life, I have never even come close to comparing to that I find the most difficult to avoid is the stores pack up their decorations and the TV had zero non-Jewish friends. Needless to say, Santa. Christmas carols. stations resume their regular prograniming. as a child, I never quite understood what I was We Jews cannot manage to escape the I have never experienced actual carolers Personally, when Christmas Eve rolls missing when it came to Christmas_ constant reminders that Christmas is on the before and I never sang carols in a Christmas around this year, I will be happy to be kicking As I got older I began to realize that, out­ way, what with the 100-foot Christmas tree in concert in my elementary school choir. I have, back by the fire, eating Chinese food with my side of my sheltered world of Pikesville Md., the middle of Rockefeller Center in New York on the other hand, learned quite a few friends and family. the whole world had Christmas on the brain. City, and only a teeny tiny menorah hidden Hanukkah songs in my day - 12 years of Suddenly I could not.tum my head without Sammi Cassin is an entertainment editor for somewhere in the shadows. · Jewish day school. The Review. Her viewpoints do not neces­ .seeing some n;minder that Christmas was on Despite the fact that it is nearly impossi­ But I think you would hav.e trouble find­ the way. • sarily represent those of the Review staff. ble to drive down a street without coming ing a Jewish family who would be willing to Pleastt send comments to [email protected]. Running for the children of Tumelong Haven Tumelong Haven. at this moment I discover and uncover goal and roll on." I found the expression Guest I remember one of my high school myself the most. It is at this moment I know quite profound, but was unaware of its full wrestling coaches telling me, "If you're real purpose, feel real passion and experi­ meaning until the morning of Sunday, Nov. Commentary nervous, it just means you care about it." ence real progr€

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"300" is the ultimate Blood, guns, girls and car chases. It's every- the entire Persian army headedund~er:d~o~g~s:t:ory::1ii~~~=====~=~ up by King thing you could ever want from Quentin Xerxes against 300 of the strongest warriors in Tarantino. "Grindhouse" was comprised of two Sparta. When the Greek army refuses to give up horror/exploitation films presented as one full- Sparta without a fight, King Leonidas (Gerard length feature directed by Tarantino and fellow Butler) leads his men on a virtual suicide mis- -··-"·'• gore guru Robert Rodriguez. Tarantino's fihn, a sion. The 300 stand strong and endure a battle slasher flick in which the killer uses a car to mur- with the most powerful army in the world for der beautiful women, and Rodriguez's film three days. But after a good amount of scream- about a zombie outbreak, are joined together by ing, glistening muscles and 'blood, the Persian various fake movie trailers which pay homage to soldiers and computer generated monster com- the exploitation classics the two films emulate . .. batants win and all 300 Spartans perish in one Add Kurt Russell and some machetes to the mix of the most famous last stands in history. and you've got yourself a party. - Sammi Cassin, scass@ldeLedu - Sammi Cassin

As the third installment in the grossly It takes a true comedian to popular series of unpolished pirates traipsing unwanted pregnancy funny. Fortunately, across the sea, "Pirates of the Carribean: "Knocked Up" had plenty. Judd Apatow lent At World's End" finally delivered the fix his writing and directing skills to a cast that fanatics had been awaiting. Despite its slow includes Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen and Paul start, in which the Will, Elizabeth and Rudd, producing one of the biggest hits of a Barbossa trio are desperately trying to rescue summer that devoted itself to the comedy. In Jack Sparrow from his Davy Jones' Locker true Apatow style, a screwball script filled prison, the film more than compensates with with crass humor and peppered with "Did that its action-packed ending. The series' signa­ cross the line?" scenes eventually finds its ture special effects and characters who won way to a final Kodak moment that shines just the hearts of viewers four years ago make up brightly enough to outweigh submitting view­ for a difficult-to-follow plot. ers to, say, a crowning shot. -Andrea Ramsay, aramsay@JideLedu -Laura Dattaro, ldattaro@ldeLedu

With new director David Yates at the In "Hairspray," Nikki Blonsky proved helm of one of the biggest series in entertain­ you don't need to be a size zero to be a star. ment history, "Harry Potter and the Order Likewise, Tracy Tumblad showed it's not looks of the Phoenix" is arguably the best of the that matter, but who you are and what you find five released thus far - effects, authenticity important. A seriously star-studded cast rounds and atractiveness of characters considered. out the film, including Christopher Walken, Coupled with the release of the final book, this Amanda Bynes, Zac Efron, Queen Latifah and summer was the height of the Potter obsession a cross-dressed John Travolta. Besides the and wizard-clad muggles of all ages showed many fabulous musical numbers ·(new kid on up to the box office in masses. With Yates con­ the block Elijah Kelly can belt out those high tinuing his reign for the sixth film due out next notes), the film's underlying theme of moral year, fans can be thankful the magical world understanding and accepting change in a segre­ has not completely come to an end. gated world is what gives the film depth. -Andrea Ramsay - Sammi Cassin

Mmmm, box office super hit. With nearly "The Bourne Ultimatum," the third film 20 seasons under its belt, it was about time for in the Bourne trilogy, based on books by Robert the Simpson gang to make a movie. What Ludlum, was a thrilling continuation of Jason's began as several working scripts in 2001 quest for answers to his past all while being became the longer and uncut "The Simpsons chased by a reporter vicously trying to uncover Movie." The decision to stick to the show's Operation BlackBriar. The masterpiece roots of screwball, quick-witted comedy unquestionably proved Damon is worthy of his worked, doing it justice while s.till providing action king status, and critics across the board new material and prime celebrity guest appear­ praised the film for its intelligence, suspence ances like Tom Hanks and Green Day. From and superb acting. The film couldn't have pig adoptions to sled dogs to Lisa's speech asked for a better summer opening - debuting about pollution titled "An Irritating Truth," it's. at No. 1 in the box office and earning $69.3 classic Simpsons through and through. million in its opening weekend alone. - Sammi Cassin -Andrea Ramsay

"Superbad," the vulgar gem produced Any musical film attempting to to by JuddApatow and friends following the fab­ manipulate the perfection that is The Beatles ulously crude "The 40Year Old Virgin" and into one coherent storyline would inevitably "Knocked Up," did its predecessors proud. generate a buzz months in advance. With its Seth (Jonah Hill) and Evan (Michael Cera) are release, "Across the Universe" offered two high school BFFs on the ultimate pre-col­ viewers a psychedelic explosion of color and lege mission- buy alcohol and lose their vir­ emotions. Thankfully, the film stayed true to ginity before graduating. "Superbad" falls on Beatie form -'- a love story between Lucy the line somewhere between coming-of-age and Jude set against the backdrop of anti-war and smut, with both sweet moments of friend­ movements and political turmoil of the '60s. ship and growing up, and not so sweet ones With a combination of live footage ani:l ani­ involving profanity and male cameltoe. mation, the visual jewel entertained audi- Bottom line - McLoved it. ences worldwide. · - Sammi Cassin December 4, 2007 1 9

Rihanna- "Umbrella" There's no other artist this year that's better to get caught in the rain with than Rihanna. When "Umbrella" hit airwaves, young girls and middle-aged women alike could be found in groups belting out Kanye West- "Graduation" (Roc-A-Fella Records) harmonies of "ella ella ella ay's" around the country. "Umbrella" In the battle of the Hip-hop heavyweights, it was only a matter peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 list and has been on the of time before think-fast substance trounced cyclic club hits. This charts for an impressive 32 weeks. The 19-year-old Barbados native year finally saw the outcome of the smack talk showdown between has achieved pop-icon status through her upbeat lyrics and dance­ two of the industry's most popular rappers, Kanye West and 50 worthy rhythms. If she continues to pump out catchy singles and Cent, with West emerging triumphant. His album sold approximate­ collaborate with Hip-hop greats such as Jay-Z, Ne-"Yo and ly 266,000 more copies in its first week than 50 Cent's album, Timbaland, her possibilities are endless. "Curtis," released the same day. The album rode on the success of its rap-along single, "Stronger," but with three more singles climb­ ing the Billboard charts, the lucid rhymes and clean beats of Colbie Caillat- "Bubbly" "Graduation" aren't leaving anytime soon. After posting a few of her songs on MySpace and receiving little response, Colbie Caillat thought it was time to introduce the world to "Bubbly." Wise decision. ~y July 2007, her debut album The White Stripes- "Icky Thump" (Warner Bros.) "Coco" was on the shelves and "Bubbly" was a nationwide hi~. Every now and then an album comes along that knows no With a combination of Caillat's sweet, almost raspy voice and genre. In 2007, that album was The White Stripes' sixth release, feel good, sing-in-the-shower lyrics, "Bubbly" became a theme "Icky Thump," a project as unique as its name. "Icky Thump" fea­ song for love-struck girls from east to west. Now, "Bubbly" has tures the garage-band lunacy fans have come to expect of the duo, reached No. 5 on Billboard's Hot 100 and has been on the chart but it far exceeds simple rough-around-the-edges rock 'n' roll. Jack for a solid 21 weeks. Its gushy, romantic vive gives it a good and Meg White took everything from Celtic bagpipes to a mariachi chance of rising to the coveted No. 1 spot. · . hom line and hit "mix" to create "Icky Thump." The albwn pre­ miered on the Billboard 200 chart at No. 2 and has held a spot for 21 weeks since then, making it one of the best and most distinctive Kanye West- "Stronger" albums of 2007. No one needs to adhere to the old adage "What doesn't kill me makes me stronger" more than Kanye West right now. Carrie Underwood- "Carnival Ride" (Arista Records) Mourning the recent death of his mother, it's ironic that his hit "American Idol" winners either sail their way to the top of the "Stronger" repeats the uplifting message in the chorus. In addition music industry or disappear, never to utter so much as a vocal sca1e to its positive message, "Stronger" is full of clever rhymes and again. In the case of Season Four ~er Carrie Underwood, super­ quotable one-liners. It's currently No. Won Billboard's Hot 100 stardom was inevitable when her 2005 debut album "Some Hearts" with a 17-week run on the charts and has already landed in the No. went quintuple-platinum, but Underwood's fate was cemented after 1 spot. West has produced yet another big hit based on his hard­ the release of her sophomore effort, "Carnival Ride," which pre­ ships and now, in light of his current personal tragedy, it looks like miered at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. "Carnival Ride" is he has plenty of best-selling material for his next album. appropriately-named - the 13-track album is a jaw-dropping tour of the 24-year-old's vocal range a.nd abilities. It also features four songs co-written by Underwood, proving the country star is more Amy Winehouse - "Rehab" than just a powerful voice. Amy Winehouse made it pretty clear in her single "Rehab" that if anyone tries to make her go she'll say "no, no, no." In hindsight, she probably should have said "yes, yes, yes" to getting help, but Jimmy Eat World- "Chase This Light" (Interscope Records) her defiant lyrics were a key to "Rehab's".mass appeal. The song's ..... When the Arizona alternative rockers released their fourth rebellious vibe struck a chord in the young, party-going generation album, "Futures," in 2004, they left many fans wondering if the title while its bold message probably made many parents uneasy. was some kind of ciuel joke. "Chase This Light," the band's 2007 Whatever emotion "Rehab" evoked, it was impossible not to sing release, not only delivered what fans were awaiting, but delivered it along. Peaking on Billboard's Hot 100 chart at No. 9, "Rehab" was with a punch. The album successfully achieves two goals at the triumphant in the pop genre. Whether or not Amy decides to go to same time: a thorough return to its roots and a courtship of a more rehab in the future, at least people know her dadd)T thinks she's fine, mature sound. Fans fell in love with a '90s band that could infalli­ bly get them on their feet, passionately belting out every heartfelt word, and fue driving tempos and crisp vocals of "Chase This Soulja Boy Tell 'Em - "Crank That" Light" do just that. The album premiered at No. 5 on the Billboard "Crank That'' is to 2007 as the "Macarena" was to 1996. Soulja 200 chart, with the assistance of its first single, "Big Casino." · L...... ~L...:a.., Boy had the youth of America crankin' it in bars, house parties and family rooms throughout the late summer and early fall. In addition, Radiohead - "In Rainbows" (self-released) merely typing "Soulja Boy" into the YouTube search box could pro­ One of the best rock albums of the year cost $0.92. In a revolu­ vide hours of entertainment. Today, "Crank That" sits at No. 6 on tionary move, Radiohead put the pricing decision for its. seventh the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has been moving up and down for album, "In Rainbows," in the hands of the fans, skipping a label's 19 weeks, hitting its peak at No. 1. "Crank That's" popularity is involvement entirely. Outside of the transaction fee, fans could give hard to argue, but let's just hope it won't be another 11 years before Radiohead as little or as much as they thought the album was worth a new dance craze comes along. After all, you can only "superman" through its Web site. The album features several tracks fans may rec­ around for so much longer. · ognize from Radiohead tours, reworked for the studio, but it doesn't suffer from recycled material. "In Rainbows" garnered plenty of -Sarah Niles, sniles@udeLedu attention in 2007, both for the unique sound Radiohead is known for 1llld the shocking way the band chose to package that sound. - Caitlin Birch, [email protected]

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-~. 0 Getting DUI charges '9J O ....------=--...... "Harry Potter and the These days, DUI mug shots seem to be gracing magazine covers more fre­ quently than glitzy paparazzi photos, as more and more celebrities are serv- , Deathly Hallows" ing jail time for various drunken misdemeanors. The first two celebrity - J.K. Rowling, July 21. lushes that come to mind are Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan, but the list also includes rapper Eve, "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" host Ty _ Topped both Amazon. com and Barnes & Pennington and everyone's favorite "24" world-saver Kiefer Noble's bestseller lists only hours after Sutherland. Articles about Lohan's drunken antics, which include the release date was announced. unflattering photos, and Hilton's 22-day jail stint last summer received more press than the over-hyped release of the final "Harry Potter" book, while Sutherland and Pennington tried to fly under the "I Am America (And So Can You!)" radar and apologized for their slip-ups. Whatever the case, celebrities -Stephen Colbert, Oct. 9 need to stop nursing the Grey Goose and hire a chauffeur. The Comedy Central star says he has so many Going to rehab opinions, his nightly show, "The Colbert Report," If drunk is the new sober, then rehab is the new spa vlSlt. just couldn't contain them. Celebrities seem to enter and exit rehab quicker than the tabloids can write about it. Lindsay Lohan, Britney Spears, Nicole Richie and Eve all went through rehab in 2007. The trend of celebrities flocking to rehab cen­ Photos courtesy of Google.com ters is so outstanding that VHl is currently filming a series titled "Celebrity Rehab with Doctor Drew" to premiere Jan. 10, featuring actress Brigitte Nielson, Daniel Baldwin, Crazy Town musician Seth Binzer, former wrestler Chyna and past "American Idol" contestant Jessica Sierra. The unfortunate thing is that some stars just bear the treatment with arms crossed, emerging from rehab only to mess up again.

Scoring a perfume namesake Gone are the days where celebrities were a one-act show, sticking with a single talent of act­ Ph~nem~non ing, singing or the like. Now the crowning achievement of a celebrity's career seems to be making their very own perfume. David Beckham, Christina Aguilera, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Moss, Mariah Carey, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Paris Hilton, The Soulja Boy dance Sarah Jessica Parker, Diddy and Usher all joined perfume counters at shopping mall department stores in 2007. In most cases, a licenser such as Estee When the MC calls to "crank that," young Lauder or Coty produces the fragrance and gets to slap the star's name on and old alike raise their arms, hop to the the bottle. The star then receives a signing bonus and a cut of the sales, side and break into the biggest dance craze usually between 5 percent and 10 percent. Even more interesting is that since the Macarena. when a star flops - say, the bead-shaving, underwear-less Britney Spears - this downfall is not reflected in perfume sales; worldwide, her scent is in demand. Success bas never smelled so sweet. -Liz Seasholtz, [email protected] Photos courtesy of Google.com Facebook Applications Mark Zuckerburg and co. took stalking to the next level in 2007 when they introduced countless programs that allowed users to really get to know their online pals. Ray-Ban wayfarers: We all have a favorite fashion icon. Whether it's James Dean or Jackie Kennedy, we worship their impeccable clothing taste, ability to fashionably tran­ scend beyond their time and establish a distinct signature look. When a single inan­ imate object becomes a fashion icon, you know it's a big deal. In the last half century, this iconic piece bas been seen on the likes of Tom Cruise, Audrey Hepburn, Bob Dylan, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Andy Warhol and the Blues Brothers. Last summer, stylish guys and girls made this icon their own, when they revived the timeless and much-loved Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses. These unisex and unique plastic frames made blocking dangerous UVA sun rays chic and quickly became the hottest shades to wear. The classic black color also got a refreshing makeover with white, pink, red and tortoise colors. So cheers to Ray-Ban, for giving everyone everywhere the potential to be their own fashion icons this year. Justin Timberlake and Dresses: 2007 was the year of the dress. Even the most tomboy of girls Jessica Biel found a way to incorporate dresses into their wardrobes. Babydoll styles, shirt dresses, bold colors and high hems were just a few of the popular It's about time the King of Pop met the fashions that were adored and adorned by women, whether they were girl next door. It's a match made in sev­ attending a backyard barbeque, class or elegant event. They're a year­ enth heaven. round staple simply because they provide an effortless way to look good and require minimal thinking when mixing and matching. During the winter months, there aren't many articles of, clothing that work as well with layers, while complementing most accessories. Turtlenecks, leggings, tights, boots, jackets, fitted T-shirts or even Zac Efron and tank tops are all worthy layering candidates with dresses. Vanessa Hudgens Flat boots: The stars of the ever-popular "High School In a world where Ugg boots rule the winter wonderland, it's Musical" turned their on-screen romance into refreshing to see a nonconformist become a trend. The flat boot gave a real-world relationship, full of scandals, · ladies everywhere a reason to opt for a more stylish footwear than two - premieres and screaming teenyboppers. neutral-colored leg casts. So when chillier weather came around, flat boots were the fashionable way to go. These warm wonders come in a range of heights and occupation-inspired styles, such as the equestrian, biker, cowboy and rocker boot, and all look best with jeans tucked in them. With a variety of materials like patent, suede ·and leather, flat boots eas~ly made their footprint on shoe attire and showed that they're truly made for walking. -Larissa Cruz, [email protected] Photos courtesy Ricky Berl December 4, 2007 21

Will Ferrell and Adam McKay Username mca1018 Chris Crocker (username itschriscrocker) "The Landlord" "My New Haircut" "LEAVE BRITNEY ALONE!" Parents like to make home videos of The key to success for many come­ Britney Spears has undoubtedly lost their children. Not all of those videos end up dies is quoteable one-liners that can get fans because of her trashy antics, parenting on You Tube with national attention from the tossed around in casual conversation. scandals and lackluster return to the stage at media. When Will Ferrell and Adam "My New Haircut," a video posted on this year's MTV Video Music Awards. Her McKay, the director and co-writer of YouTube on June 10, 2007, is packed with troubles, however, have also inspired the "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron them. Since its debut, lines like "Not now most committed to prove their loyalty to her. Burgundy" and "Talladega Nights: The chief, I'm in the fucking zone" and Chris Crocker, the 19-year-old self-pro­ Ballad of Ricky Bobby," made a video fea­ "Fucking skanks," along with the constant "claimed "Queen of Ghetto," posted his plea turin~ McKay's 2-year-old daughter Pearl demand for ."Jiigerbombs, Jiigerbombs," to "leave Britney alone" on You'Fube on as a drunk, cursing landlord, that's just what have reached a level of popularity in close Sept. 10,2007, garnerning more than 13 mil­ happened. The video has reached more than competition with "Anchorman's" "I'm lion views, 192,785 comments, endless imi­ 49.5 million hits since it was· originally kind of a big deal around here" and tations and parodies and recognition from the ·posted on funnyordie.com in April 2007. "Borat's" "Very nice." The video is an likes of Jay Leno, USA Today and When Ferrell, playing a lazy freeloader, for­ unforgiving parody of the stereotypical MSNBC.com. The video, shot with a sheet gets to pay his rent, his landlord Pearl guido, known to many for being arrogant, held tent-style over his head, features a hys­ demands that he give her the money or materialistic and unnaturally jacked. terical Crocker berating the media and the she'll have him evicted. While the foul­ Regardless of its accuracy, it launched the public for their non-stop critique and poor mouthed toddler may have had some par­ Jiigerbomb into newfound popularity and treatment ofBritney because she's "not well ents concerned, their worries were over­ forever cemented the popped collar's right now." Based on the harsh public reac­ shadowed by the millions of fans who found place in the don't-take-me-seriously Hall tion to his over-the-top performance, he may her too funny to resist. of Fame. soon need someone to do the same for him.

"The Price is Right" , "A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila" "The Office" "Grey's Anatomy" "The Sopranos" Bob Barker's Last Episode Brandi and Vanessa's Catfight Season Four Premiere Izzie and George's first kiss Series Finale It was the .end of an era. After To many, Tila Tequila was a vir­ In the last minutes of the-Season Break-ups, hook-ups, adultery, Don't adjust your television. 35 years· as host of the daytime tual nobody before her ground-break­ Three finale of"The Office," it didn't long-lost stepsisters - sometimes The cable is still working and the game shov.'--"The Price is Right," ing reality show about a bisexual look like there was much hope for "Grey's Anatomy" seems more like electricity didn't go out. It's just the 83-year-old Bob Barker called it looking for love. Since the first Jim and Pam. It seemed like Jim was a Spanish soap opera than a medical last Iilinute of "The Sopranos" finale. quits and said goodbye with a episode, there has been beverage going to get the job in New York and drama. After the lovelorn George's There was so much hype and specu­ smile on his face, leaving the throwing, fist slinging and one big finally move on from Scranton. But shotgun wedding in Vegas to Dr. lation over what was going to happen reigns in the hands of comedian communal bed. But the best - and wait, a twist. In the last 30 seconds of Callie Torres, it seemed like he and to Tony and Co. - would Tony get Drew Carey. The last episode went trashiest - moment on the show Pam's interview, Jim barged in and Izzie would never get to relieve all what was coming to him? Would off without any champagne or spe­ arrived when the elimination came asked Pam out on a date. It was the that sexual tension. But in Season Paulie turn on Tony? Would Adriana cial blowout event -just the typi­ down to the two female rivals moment "Jam" fans had been waiting Three, in true "Grey's Anatomy" turn up alive? Would Carmela kick cal day of the big wheel and a Vanessa and Brandi. Tila chose for. When the fourth season pre­ style, the twosome shared their first Tony to the curb? Instead of answers, game of Plinko. Barker was hum­ Brandi. With a pounce, Vanessa dug miered, we were once again left dis­ kiss in the Seattle Grace elevator. In audiences were left with nothing ble as usual, and finished his last her hands into Brandi's hair and pro­ appointed as Jim and Pam both the fmale, Izzie declared her love more than silence, a blank screen and show just the way fans would have ceeded to beat the you-know-what admitted that yes, they had gone to for George and in the fust episode Journey playing in the background, wanted it - no different than any out of her. Vanessa walked out the dinner and mended the rift that had of Season Four, George declared it providing possibly the least amount other. Barker signed off with a door with a big "F-you" to Brandi, formed between them, but were both right back, leaving Callie in the dust of closure of any series finale ever grateful goodbye and one last who followed minutes later, the currently single. Bummer. But the and clearing the way for a relation­ and one collective "What the hell?" reminder to "Spay and neuter your show's pressures proving to be too final twist came with a much-antici­ ship with best-bud turned so­ from fans everywhere. pets today." much. pated kiss in Pam's car. wrong-it's-right lover Izzie. - Sammi Cassin 2 2 December 4, 2007

Everything you . need to knoUJ -... ow! ·. about ing or jet skiing. If it's not all inclusive, you there. Student Travel Services and Sunsplash should allot at least $100 a day." tours are also popular Spring Break travel agen­ Rich says another important fact to keep in cies for students. mind about Spring Break this year is that it According to their Web sites, these organ­ slightly coincides with Easter, and the Spring izations focus more on traditional hot spots like Breaks of many public schools. Mexico and Florida, rather than offering a can get "It's a popular time for family vacations; broader range. special and ~tudents can book none too soon," she says. All of the different organizations offer pricing, and In any case, Rich says before you break group discounts and both Student City and you have a con­ out your flip flops and revive your summer Sunsplash tours offer 150 percent Best Price tact to call if something goes wrong." wardrobe, honestly evaluate if you can ·afford Guarantees. If you can find a better price they Nancy Rich, travel consultant for Spring Break and the expected $1,200 to will beat it by 50 percent. UniversitY Travel located in Trabant $1,500 it costs. For the student worried about money, University Center, agrees that using a travel "Be flexible," Tetu says, "and be realistic prices vary· for each trip depending on what agent is like having an advocate for your trip. about costs." kind of package you get. For Student City, "We can help identify something that is prices range from approximately $600 for a affordable and appropriate for [students]," Rich Option 2: Spring Break Companies simple flight and hotel package to close to Option 1: says. "We do the booking, take the deposits, By Adam Asher $2,000 for the full VIP deal including fancier The Travel Agent outline what is expected of them, like when Naturally, organizations have been capital­ hotels, or Villas in some cases, unlimited drinks By Liz Seasholtz they need to pay, and get their documents for izing on college students' strong attraction to and free meal plans. This year, the first week ofApril marks the them." MTV-style Spring Break getaways by organiz­ For those looking for a different kind of annual rite of hardworking students thro.,ughout Many students are interested in the all­ ing all-inclusive trips to tropical places for the Spring Break, Sunsplash also offers European the university, who can finally put down their inclusive Spring Break trips to places like perfect nonstop wild night out. tours to places such as Amsterdam, Paris and books and pick up their passports. The long Canc{m, Jamaica and Acapulco, however Rich Student City, one of the largest student-ori­ London. awaited, ever celebrated, Spring Break. says University Travel does not promote these ented Spring Break companies, has been doing In any case, if you haven't gotten started However, before you even think about type of trips because of the alcohol involve­ just this for years, offering 21 destinations for yet, put down this paper and call your travel bathing suit shopping, be aware of the com­ ment. students eager to get out of the classroom and agent because hotels and flights fill up fast. plexities of booking a Spring Break trip. A lot "We do not do Spring Break packages that onto the beach. There are not a limited number of seats on any of prep work is necessary, and travel agents can include drinks and clubs and such," Rich says. "It's like going on spring break with 200 of particular trip, but the sooner you book it, the often be of assistance to the Spring Break "We book traditional packages through regular your closest friends," says Alicia Dreher, a stu­ cheaper it will be. novice. tour operators and cruise lines." dent representative for Student City. On the flip side, due to the university's Ellen Tetu, a travel agent at Uniglobe Tour All-inclusive trips can be arranged through "Everything's done for you, you don't have to irregular Spring Break week, anywhere you go and Travel located on Main Street and in other travel agents though, such as Uniglobe. spend any money. It's so easy." is bound to be filled with fellow beach-going Wilmington, says students should plan their trip Tetu says many students want these types of Dreher oversees approximately 50 other Blue Hens. and have deposits down by Winter Break. packages because they are financially best for student representatives on this campus alone Dreher says locations like Cancirn and She says much of the stress of this process students. who were hooked by Student City's package Acapulco are frequently less crowded atJ.d filled can be relieved by involving a travel agent. ''They can stay on the resort the whole trip, that she says includes hotel, travel, transporta­ with university students. "Travel agents make sure you don't forget and don't need extra money," Tetu says. "With tion, a 24-hour emergency staff and "basically "I think it's a good thing that the places what you're supposed to," Tetu says. "We make all inclusive trips, all you need is souvenir anything else you can ·think of." don't have hundreds of people so it's not too the process easier. If it's a group, we money or excursions money, like for scuba div- Student City is not the only option out packed or overwhelming," she says. ++++++++++++++++++ Before you think of digging your toes into sandy Caribbean beaches, knocking back tropical drinks in the Cancirn sun or strapping on your tool belt for some relief Alternative Spring Break options work action, make sure your most important Spring Break companion is close by your side -your U.S. Passport. Who/What type: Intervarsity throughout the week to go to the beach. If you plan to travel abroad for Spring Break and don't have your passport yet, Where: New Orleans winter vacation is the time to act. According to the U.S. Department of State Web site, Why: Build houses for Hurricanes Katrina and Other groups are still in the planning stages: you should apply for your passport several months in advance of the trip you plan to Rita victims, interact with neighborhood kick. take, as the application completion process can be lengthy. Work: Students will be building, gutting and paint­ The Center for Black Culture, Campus Crusade for ing houses for Hurricane Katrina victims as well as Christ, the Baptist Student • As ofJune 8, the np·n

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pricerange. , other's The 'I wills' Once you have figured out around how family members much you'll be spending you now have to is sometimes tough. face the difficult part - what should you Usually it's wise to buy get them? for your lover's mother. A Most girls appreciate a gift that proves small gesture goes a long way for 2008 her man really knows her. Ifyotir lady wears in this depar.tment a lot of accessories, then your job is pretty Most mommies appreciate a Every Jan. 1, I com­ Sarah !'Iiles easy. It's important to keep your specific yummy smelling candle or a Bath . Columnist , pile a list of promises that girlfriend in mind, however, and not buy & Body Works basket with lotiOns I hope to keep in order to into the female stereotypes. · and other goodies to help her feel better myself and the The holidays are a favorite Try to cater to your woma~'s interests. pampered. If she loves to cook, maybe world around me. At the time of year for many. you can find something that would go start of a new year, I tend Whether you look forward to great in her kitchen. Either way, shopping to be optimistic as I create caroling, seeing Santa at the Happy together for each others' family members. these · resolutions mall or just the excuse to snack can be a fun bonding experience. while contemplating on cookies and candy canes If you haven:t met the family yet, and Larissa Cruz J Holidays! what goes, what Co/um111st ·_, non-stop, the holidays are full of are not planning to do so this holiday, it's stays, what to focus perks. Often, though, the month Sarah and Larissa will still nice to send mom flowers to show you on and what to avoid , of December can bring added care. Believe me, this move is in my life. Declarations such as "I will eat stress to many relationships. return in the Spring with sure to help you win over the healthier," "I will raise my GPA" and "I will gos­ Planning and funding the perfect gift ,. more sexy tips mother when you do meet her. sip less," immediately come to mind. can bring many to the brink of insanity. If Ifyou're planning on doing This year however, I decided to kick it up a this is your first holiday season as a couple, and fashion favorites the first familial meet and greet notch by creating a separate list of"I wills" to an you may worry your present could make or this season, .don't fret too area that I have a particularly strong love for: break the status of your relationship. much. Your best bet is to be fashion. My resolutions for 2008 might help If she- can't get enough of a TV show, con­ Hopefully this fear is unwarranted - if the genuine. As long as you're you, too. sider buying her a season. If she's a music future of your twosome is dependent on polite and friendly, the fam­ "I will try new fu!ngs." Although this may gift-giving abilities then it's probably not a buff, buy her tickets to a concert. Whatever ily will have no choice but to be applied to all aspects of my life, I think every­ her style is, taking note ·of things she enjoys relationship worth being involved in. like you. one could use a little sprucing up when it comes Whether the pressure you feel when before you start shopping is an important The first holiday season to taking fashion risks. Wear something bold and hitting the mall is reasonable or not, key to success. with a new significant other can daring. Shop at a store you wouldn't normally you're bound to worry about the message Buying for boys isn't necessarily easi­ surely be nerve-racking, but try frequent Mix and match. Pair designer labels your gift sends your loved one. A good er, but often the male gender is less likely to to let loose a little and just have with cheap brands. Wear bright colors. Don't be idea is to discuss the parameters before really look into the meaning behind his girl­ fun with the whole expe­ afraid to stand out against a sea of conventional­ either of you opens your wallets. friend's gift .choice. Generally, most boys rience.' It will all come ity, because getting noticed is better than being appreciate something they can use, like a Maybe you're not quite comfortable and go before you know ignored. Plus, you might fmd something you new gadget If your man is a huge sports enough to discuss exactly how it and the last thing any­ actually like when experimenting. much each of you should be fan, consider finding some cool garb from one wants is to ring in the "I will buy organic." It's easier now more spending, but it wouldn't his favorite team or tickets to a game. New Year with is a head and than ever to be earth-friendly with all the new hurt to suggest a Deciding whether to buy for each heart full ofregret. organic designers and clothing available. By going green and becoming conscious of our eco­ logical footprint, we can collectively save our humble home through shopping. "I will clean out iny closet" I hate cleaning my closet, but whenever I do, I'm thrilled with concertspotligbt Jon Stewart the results of organized racks, open spaces for more clothes and forgotten clothes I find. Every The writers strike may have caused imitating his dog's diarrhea, poked fun at hilariously insulting improvised rants. item in your closet should be something you the cast and crew of "The Daily Show" to religion and his children and made fun of However, they weren't the only ones who love to wear. Mend clothing that need fixing, start their holiday vacation early, but on the guys in the front row who called both got a public one-on-one conversation. such as shirts without buttons or holes that can Saturday night, students and non-studei).tS Stewart and Senator Joe Biden (D-Del.) Stewart asked questions to his audience be sewn. Anything old, unworn or uriflattering alike got their Jon Stewart fix in person "gay." and responded to people individually. should go. Donate them to Goodwill or your lit­ for three times the length of the 30-minute "Sir, Joe Biden is not gay," he replied As the show wound down, fans were tle sister or have a clothing swap party with your show. . sarcastically to the gentleman who Stewart even treated to a special intimate ·question pals. Audience members saw the comedian pointed out as "obviously there with a and answer session. "Any questions?" "I will dress for my body type." This is and talk show ·host live for the first time group of guys." Stewart asked before the crowd erupted in exceptionally vital. Flattering clothing that com­ since the strike began, delivering jokes that The group of hecklers actually provid­ excitement to take SteW!lrt's usual place as plements your body and accentuates your figure went far beyond a common expectation of ed more than enough material for a few the interviewer and ask the most important makes a huge difference. strictly political humor. The 45-year­ questions they could think up and "I will have the wardrobe staples, even if it old New Jersey native required no shout loudly enough. means splurging." Make sure you have the opening acts to get his crowd going, Why doesn't he smoke pot any­ essentials. My personal basics include a signa­ and received a standing ovation as he more? One fan asked, to which he ture piece of jewelry, a great pair of jeans, a bag casually walked onto the stage of a bluntly responded, "Because I got a that can hold my life, a cute hat for bad hair nearly filled-to-capacity Bob job." days, an outfit appropriate for a job interview, a Carpenter Center. From start to fin­ Another fan wanted to know his little black dress, a pair of Converses, plain T­ ish, the audience was engaged as the feelings on the writers strike. "I'm shirts and undershirts, comfy sweatpants and show felt like a long conversation bored," he said, before mentioning sweatshirts and a classic pea coat for fancy with a very funny friend. his support of the writers and his evenings and daily use. Stewart clearly did his research, rapid weight gain as a result of his For the boys: "I will go clothes shopping opening with jokes about the recent recent inactivity. with a girl." Most females love clothes shopping Residence Life scandal and the Blue He offered no hope of an end to for and with guys. They know what looks attrac­ Hen victory in Iowa. He joked casu­ the strike, but made sure to leave the tive, and can offer some much-needed advice ally with' tij.e crowd, working the crowd on a positive note, with a when it comes to your wardrobe. So don't be room like a' •):rue professional and story of a homeless man touching scared to delve into your metrosexual side. Trust making sarcastic remarks about their himself on his front porch. me - you'll look better for it and impress the reaction to political jokes, which "The man looked up at me and ladies. came sparingly considering the well­ gives me one of these," he nods his "I will not be too trendy." Trends are· won­ known political angle of his televi­ head at the crowd, " and I knew derful, but when overloaded, they can be vomit­ sion show. Each jab at each fi'gure everything was going to ·be OK," inducing. Focus on one, like a voluminous top or solicited both cheers and boos, to Stewart said before bowing and striking color, and build around it, like with skin­ which Stewart responded with sar­ walking off to thunderous applause. ny jeans or neutral tones, respectively. castic teasing and mockery. A gruesome yet typically hilari­ So when you create your catalog of "I In addition to his famously ous vision of hope from the king of wills" and "I won'ts," consider mine. Here's to mediocre impressions of George political and social satire topped off wishing you all the best for the new year, and its Bush and Dick Cheney, he burpt;d at an uproarious night of sarcasm, wit new possibilities, new clothes and new you. the crowd and waddled around stage and poop jokes. 24 December 4, 2007

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BY MICHAEL LORE wristband, was all over the field Saturday, leading the Managing Sports Editor H_,ens with II tackles, one sack, four tackles-for-a-loss CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - Heading into Saturday and a touchdown. afternoon's NCAA Football Championship Subdivision Two week's ago, Delaware's defense held No. 10 playoff quarterfinal against No. 1 Northern Iowa, Delaware State to zero points on offense. DSU was held Delaware coaches and players agreed that defeating to I44 yards on offense, while the Hens racked up 536. UNI would be vital in winning a National Delaware also recorded three takeaways, recovering two Championship. fumbles and one interception. This gives the Hens six "You've got to beat the best to win it all, so why not turnovers in the last two playoff games. in the second round?" junior tight end Robbie Agnone "It seems on all three levels, the defense has said. stepped up the past three weeks," sophomore defensive No. 13 Delaware (10-3) did just that, beating the end Matt Marcorelle said after Saturday's win. "Perfect undefeated Panthers, 39-27. Northern Iowa (12-1) had time." won its last six home playoff games, in addition to an Marcorelle forced and recovered Sanders' fumble overall playoff record of I2-2 in the UNI-Dome coming early in the fourth quarter as the Panthers were inside the into last Saturday's contest. redzone. The force was Marcorelle's fifth of the year, Delaware head coach K.C. Keeler said he talks to and it set a university record for most forced fumbles in his team every Friday about winning the turnover battle. a single season. The Hens forced three takeaways, two fumbles and one "I didn't feel him or nothing," Sanders said of interception, to the Panthers' zero. Marcorelle. "We're not always pretty on defense," Keeler said. Sophomore safety Anthony Bratton would later "We made the plays we had to make to give us a chance intercept Sanders' pass, his first interception in more to win the ballgame." · than I 00 pass attempts, on a desperation pass late in the With 3:02 left until halftime and the Panthers trail­ game. ing I2-10, UNI senior quarterback Eric Sanders com­ Keeler said there was a thought, especially early in pleted a 3-yard pass to junior wide receiver Victor the game against UNI, that the Panthers were too much Williams. Williams fumbled the ball and it was recov­ for the Hens. ered by Hens' junior linebacker Erik Johnson, who "Early on, it didn't look good," he said. "We returned the ball 55-yards for a touchdown. thought there was a ~ance they could have run us out of THE REVIEW/Greg Arent "Anytime the defense scores, it's a huge momen­ town. I told the kids there was nothing we could do as From left to right: Phillip Thaxton, Joe Fiacco and Mike Byrne. tum swing," Johnson said. coaches. Johnson, who had "FLY AROUND" written on his "They manned up and got it done."

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Wednesday, Dec. 5 BY MIKE PINA Dennehy said. Copy Editor Head coach Bonnie Kenny said that with QUEENS, N.Y. - Delaware's women's the returning players who will be back next Men's basketball vs. Albany, 7 p.m. volleyball team saw its run at a national cham­ year, the Hens are in good shape. pionship come to an end Saturday night against "Dennehy played as well as any competitor Thursday, Dec. 6 St. John's. Even with the loss, the Hens consid­ on the floor," Kenny said. "Kelly [Gibson] was er the season a major success and already have double-teamed for most of the match, but she optimism for next season. played at such a high level, both as an attacker Women's basketball vs. Maryland Sophomore middle hitter Michelle and a defender." Eastern Shore, 7 p.m. LaLonde said she is already pysched for next After winning the first game of the match season. After Delaware's 3-I victory over 30-23 against St. John's, the Hens wilted Friday, Dec. 7 Princeton in the first round of the NCAA against the Red Storm's constant attack, drop­ Tournament on Friday and the 3-1 loss to a ping the next three games. superior St. John's squad, LaLonde has high "We competed the entire time," Kenny Men's mdoor track at Jack Pyrah hopes for next year. said. "They were a more skilled and experi­ Invitationai (¥illanova) "This is a program on the up right now and enced team, but I felt like we had more chem­ it's very exciting," LaLonde said. "This was our istry and enthusiasm." Women's indoor track at Jack first taste of the NCAA Tournament and I'm Even though the Hens lost, they became the excited for the newcomers next year and the first team out of the Colonial Athletic Pyrah Invitational (Villanova) returning players to make a run." Association to win a game in the second round The team is captained by seniors outside of the NCAA Tournament. Heading into the Saturday, Dec. 8 hitter Colleen Walsh and setter Megan Welch. match against a St. John's team that had not lost THE REVIEW/Mike Pina Freshman outside hitter Katie Dennehy said the a match at home in 24-straight contests, Delaware lost 3-1 to St. John's on Saturday. Men's basketball at Ohio, 2 p.m. two seniors will be missed because their leader­ Delaware displayed a mentality that showed no to focus on playing hard and winning as many ship needs to be replaced if the Hens want to trace of intimidation. games as possible," she said. "We knew St. pick up next season where they left off. LaLonde said being an underdog was the John's had weaknesses that could be exploited Football at Southern Illinois, "I'm really going to miss them and am glad last thought in her mind. we could all set the bar so high for the future," "Heading into the tournament we just had (Semifinal), 4 p.m. (ESPN) See HENS page 30 28 December 4. 2007 m Women's basketball faces uphill .climb

BY JACOB OWENS such inexperience, it has been imperative the upperclassmen Staff Reporter help the younger players find their place on the team. "It's a team struggle right now," women's basketball "It's a lot different this year, my demeanor ahq outlook head coach Tina Martin said. has to be a lot different, I have to be more vocal," .•Irving After the Hens' 54-47 win over Delaware State in the said. "I still know I have to do the little things that make me first game of the season, Delaware suffered six-straight want to be there every day.The young kids are frustrated and losses. As a team with only four returning upperclassmen, some times you have to go over to 1:hem and let them know ~p ec ta tions for a dominant season were at a minimum. that it always wasn't like this and it won't always be like With the Hens' losing streak reaching six games, specula­ this." tion abounds on what factors are to blame for the poor Junior captain Jamie Mundy said the veterans need to results. · be leaders on the basketball court and allow the newer play­ "It has been more about finishing than anything else," ers to learn their place in each of the team's plays. By lead­ senior captain Courtney Irving said. "We aren't taking bad ing on the court, the upperclassmen believe their example shots, we're taking good open shots, but right now we just provides the team with an emotional boost. can't knock them down." Despite the Hens' ups and downs this season, they have The team has made an average of 30 percent of its shots · not played a Colonial Athletic Association game and it and 18.9 percent of its three-point attempts, amounting to enables them to finish the season with a better playoff 46.9 points per game. Delaware's opponents on the other standing. Delaware ends play in December by competing in hand average 41.8 percent of its shots, allowing them to the Blue Sky Classic at Dartmouth and then travels to score 64.7 points per game. George Mason where the team will begin 18-straight con­ "Our offense needs to step up, if it's the freshmen, the ference games to finish the regular season. sophomores, the juniors or our seniors, it doesn't matter," "I know that when we play in conference, the season Martin said. "We're performing well on the defensive side kind of starts over again. It's who we will be playing in the of the court when we hold our opponents to around 60 tournament," Mundy said. "I know I personally put it all out points a game, but right now our offense has to catch up to on the floor in these games more than others because I know our defense because we aren't getting it done on our side of more is on the line." the court." Regardless of what the future holds, Martin under­ The Hens' schedule is competitive as they faced stands her team has to mature and develop quickly if any Murray State, a team that finished l~t season with 20 wins progress into the postseason will be made in the highly com­ and received a Women's National Invitational Tournament petitive CAA conference. bid. Delaware also played Texas Christian University, a 20- "We go out every day and take it to our opponents," game winner last year. These two, in addition to other pow­ THE REVIEW/File Photo Irving said. "It says Delaware across our chest in every erhouses like Maryland and Louisville, have made the early Forward Courtney Irving·gives younger players advice. game and every team isn't invincible. We are playing with a going difficult for the Hens. chip [on our shoulders] right now when these big names "The schedule came out in the summer and we saw of nine seasons with winning records, seven of those with at watch us walk on the court. Nobody told us that this season Delaware State, Maryland and other big names early and I least 20 wins, allows a strong base to form. was going to be exactly like the previous ones." knew this schedule is more for the younger girls and will "In r~cent history, I think our program has been one of What is most important to Mundy, Martin and Irving is definitely help the future teams," Irving said. the best at the university, but at this point we are just going perseverance because the team needs time to become a The schedule appears it may break the program's long­ to need some time," she said. threat in Division-I basketball again. standing success, with its losses so far equaling last year's The schedule has not been very accommodating to the "I can't jump ship now that things are down and seen total amount. Martin said it is important to remember col­ youth this team has, with seven freshmen and three sopho­ the successes this team has had," Irving said. "I'm still a lege teams go through swings, but the Hens' recent success mores joining the team's two juniors and two seniors. With part of this team." . · Team inspired by player's refusal to quit

BY KEVIN MACKIEWICZ During the second practice of this season muscles, nerves, arteries and veins," Reisman compartment [and] to increase the space to let Managing Sports Editor on a Saturday, Young ran drills with the rest said. "There's only so much room that this that pressure go before there's damage to the Brian Young anticipated he would finally of the team. After hours of a grueling work­ casing can expand, and so if there's damage muscle and to the nerve," Reisman said. "You play basketball for the Hens this year. After out, a few of the players ordered pizza in the within that area [where]. muscle is torn and only have certain leeway before that nerve sitting out his his freshman year at Lafayette locker room, just to catch up. Young said after bleeds, there is only so much it can expand damage becomes irreversible." Young joked because of open-heart surgery and his sopho­ he hung out with his teammates, he returned before the pressure builds up in that compart­ that the nurses never allowed him to see his more ye_ar b.ecause he transferred to to his apartment to clean up after a long day. ment and it starts compressing back on every­ arm while it was left open, as they covered the Delaware, he was ready to return to the court "It wasn't until an hour-and-a-half later thing else." ·wound every day with a new bandage. in 2007. when [my arm] just really started to balloon According to the American Academy of Young said although this has been a and before I knew it, I couldn't even lift it," Orthopedic Surgeons, "if pressure within the painful experience, he has learned how to 6-foot, 7-inch Young said. "My bicep was compartment gets too high, the lack of oxy­ cope with tough trials like ACS through other huge. It wasn't anything I had ever seen gen to the tissue can damage blood vessels difficult situations. During his freshman year before." · and nerve and muscle cells." · of college at Lafayette, he missed an entire Young, a forward, experienced a terrible When Young finished practice a month basketball season because of open-heart sur­ pain from the swelling of his arm. He was and a half ago, he said he experienced the gery for an aortic aneurysm. His father passed rushed to the Christiana Hospital after feeling dreadful pain that arose from his artery leak­ away from the same condition when Young the abnormal pain. Six hours after Young felt ing into the compartment. was six years old. the initial agonizing soreness in his upper left "I don't want to say it feels like your arm "It's hereditary and a part of my family, arm, the one he shoots with, he laid in bed at is going to burst, but it is just such an uncom­ it's just something I've had to deal with," the hospital undergoing surgery for Acute fortable feeling because your arm swells and Young said. "I'm ready to move forward." Compartment Syndrome. balloons," Young said. "My hands and fore­ Even though Young said he desperately Surgeons found it rare and unusual that arms were huge. It's something I hope to wants to get back on the court and play bas­ ACS occurred in his bicep. Young said the never experience again." ketball, he understands he is blessed to be other bizarre aspect of his syndrome is that he Young informed the doctors at approxi­ alive. His aneurysm, a bulge in a blood vessel, cannot pinpoint when he damaged his extrem­ mately 4:30a.m. on .Sunday, Oct. 14, before came close to rupturing. ity. According to the "Internet Journal of his surgery, that his pain ranked a nine on a "I use that to carry me through these Orthopedic Surgery," ACS in the bicep is not scale of 10. He received three surgeries, rough patches [of the ACS], that I'm just for­ found in many patients. "Acute Compartment including two on Sunday, but Young said the tunate to be here and to have caught it when Syndrome'[s] occurrence in [the] upper arm third procedure felt the worst because the sur­ my family did," he said. is very rare and only a few cases have been geons closed the skin that had been opened Young's encouraging attitude rubs off on described in medical literature." for four days. those around him. At 5-feet, 3-inches, fresh­ University sports medicine physician In order to heal Young's ACS, the sur­ man Courtney Young s.aid she looks up to her Andrew Reisman said compartment syn­ geon performed a fasciotomy. The doctors brother with all that he has undergone. drome usually happens with victims of a gave. Young anesthesia and cut an incision at "[ACS and open-heart surgery] put a severe car accident or to those with a broken the area of the damaged compartment. A damper oii his college experience, but he bone. Too much stress to a certain compart­ .small portion of fascia, or soft tissue, is cut always ·has a positive outlook," she said . ment in the body causes ACS. 'arid left open for days in order to relieve pres­ ''He's still shooting to play basketball and. THE REVIEW/Justin Bleiler "Picture the compartment as a sausage sure within the compartment. make the best of his years [at his sport]." Brian Young continues to support his team. casing, and within this casing, [there are] "The only treatment is to open up that See BRIAN page 30 December 4. 2007 2 9

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In the first round, they stared at a Northern Iowa received its first loss of the sea- Fiacco and Cuff have the ability to tear team they had never played before, although . son at the hands of the Hens. As the final few apart any defense in any conference, FCS or the school is located only 43 minutes away. minutes of the game ticked away, the normally Football Bowl Subdivision. The defense has Delaware vs. Delaware State can be considered booming stadium was as quiet as a funeral become a powerful unit. After a mundane sea­ my early Christmas present. home. son, the defense has come to life in the past The Delaware commuriity had been wait­ After being snubbed for the Walter Payton three weeks. The unit held Villanova to 10 ing years for this game. After the controversy Award (given to the top offensive player in the points, it kept Delaware State out of the end All I want for Christmas surrounding a potential game between the FCS), Cuff and senior quarterback Joe Fiacco zone and against Northern Iowa, the defense schools, the cheeky selection committee decid­ battled against a finalist for the award, caused three turnovers and held an offense that ed to make the game happen. Panthers' senior quarterback Eric Sanders. Cuff averaged approximately 37 points per game, to With the holidays looming, it is time to Amid the swirling discussions from com­ ran for 102 yards and a touchdown, while only 27. The offense is the best in the FCS and make my gift wish list. Long past the days of mentaries written by Delaware alumnus and catching seven passes for 59 yards. Fiacco went the defense has finally started to click at the action figures, Super Soakers, board games and ESPN.com columnist Jeff Pearlman and an 25-for-45 with 312 yards and two touchdowns, perfect time, giving me nothing but confidence Tonka Trucks, I can only think of one thing I · ESPN "Outside the Lines" special about the as he also scored a rushing touchdown. Sanders that Delaware will win a national champi­ want for the holidays. It is not an iPod, a laptop racial issues surrounding the game, the No. 13. turned the ball over twice, both of which led to onship. or a new phone, in fact, it cannot fit in any box Hens pecked the No. 10 Hornets into the Delaware scores. As Sanders walked off the So, for Christmas this year, I do not need underneath a Christmas tree or next to a meno­ ground: A 44-7 dominating performance by field teary-eyed, the two snubbed Hens stars to see Santa Claus, but I do want to see some­ rah. The present I want cannot be bought and Delaware silenced the naysayers. walked off with cheerful grins and a continuing thing that seemed just as elusive when the sea­ no matter how hard my parents try, they cannot Next, the Hens were forced to travel to dream of a championship trophy. son began, the Hens flying to a national title. find it in stores. What I want for Christmas this face the No.1 Northern Iowa Panthers. Experts Looking forward, Delaware will face No. year. is for Delaware football to win a national cited the reasons Delaware would not win. The 4 Southern Illinois this Saturday. The Salukis Greg Arent is a sports editor for The Review. championship. critics said the Hens had never heard noise like defeated Massachusetts 34-27 this past His viewpoints do not necessarily represent On Nov. 17, the Hens lost to Villanova (7- that of the UNI-Dome, Northern Iowa had only Saturday. The Salukis are 12-1 heading into the those of the Review staff. Send questions, 4) 16-10. It was Delaware's second-straight allowed one 100-yard rusher all season, matchup against the Hens. comfllents and a National Championship T­ loss and it meant Delaware's playoff fate would Delaware's defense struggled and the Panthers In order to win a championship, the Hens shirt to garent@udeLedu. Athletes fulfill passion through adult leagues - . BY TIM MCDONOUGH the Wilmington Colts, taking the lean," Weir said. "The most impor­ Staff Reporter team to nationals a few times. tant thing is that 15 guys playing as The T-shirts read, "Give blood, In addition to being the head a team will always beat 15 individ- play rugby." Players say rugby is a coach of the Wilmington Rugby 4,!11 athletes. Leadership skills and game that remains in their blood for Club, Weir now involves himself structure are integral to success." life. The Wilmington Rugby Club with three other teams, assistant Wilmington Rugby Club play­ gives the opportunity to those in the coaching on two high school teams er Connor Malarkey, anoth.er uni­ area to continue playing the sport and traveling the country working versity alum, said he continues after college. for USA Rugby after receiving cer­ playing after college because of the The Wilmington Rugby Club, tification from the International unity that forms with the team­ founded in 1974, is coached by Bob Rugby Board. mates. Weir. Weir began playing rugby in While Weir's playing days are "It is purely a team game," THE REVIEW/Greg Arent 1973, practically by accident. long behind him, the Weir family Malarkey said. "It takes 15 guys Quarterback Joe Fiacco passed for two touchdowns and ran for one. "I attended West Chester State tradition in rugby continues that are strong at their respective College and tried to play football through his son Pete, a freshman positions for the team as a whole to there. The coaches said I was too and Most Valuable Player of the be successful." small and had me go to the weight Hens' C-team. With the team aspect proving room, where by chance I met some "I tried plenty of other sports, crucial to the game, the building of rugby players," Weir said. "After but this is the first one that I have a a pipeline between the university talking to them, I decided to give it lot of passion for," Pete said. and the Wilmington Rugby Club is a shot. I read the only two books I He said he enjoys the brother­ important because the players gain NCAA Football Championship Subdivision Playoffs could fmd on rug~, played one hood, camaraderie and the social a familiarity with each other. game and fell in love with it." aspect of rugby. The social part of Schutt, a team captain, said it Quarterfinals Weir continued playing rugby rugby is one of the main reasons is impressive to see the large num­ before moving to Wilmington in the Wilmington Rugby Club has ber of former university players 1981, when the city was ripe with become a pipeline of sorts for for­ coming to the Wilmington Rugby ' 1 2 3 4 Delaware (13) 0 19 10 10 39 economic opportunity, he said. mer university players. Club. Weir played for Wilmington Rob Schutt, who played for the "There was a huge influx [of Northern l~wa (1) 10 3 7 7 27 until 1990, which was around the Wilmington Rugby Club since he players] from the University of ·~-. time he launched his coaching graduated from the university, said Delaware," he said. "It dropped off Delaware senior quarterback Joe Fiacco threw for 312 yards, while goi.il.g career. He taught middle school in this sport, players have their own for a little while and now there's a 25-for-45 with three total touchdowns. The offensive line allowed five students how to play touch-rugby broth'erhood. new pipeline of guys coming up sacks on Saturday. Fiacco's main target for the day, sophomore wide and founded the Delaware Rugby "You can go anywhere in the through there." receiver Mark Duncan caught eight passes for 112 yards and one touch­ Foundation, which provides a world and if you see a guy with a The love of the game keeps down that came on a 7-yard reception with 13:05 remaining in the second scholarship for rugby programs at rugby jersey on, it's like running many players going through the quarter. Senior running back Omar Cuff ran for 102 yards and one touch­ the university. into a friend you haven't seen in a tough, physical grind of the sport, down on 28 carries. He also had seven receptions for 59 yards. Northern He said rugby coaches while," Schutt said. "I see rugby Malarkey said. Iowa senior quarterback Eric Sanders went 26-for-38 for 291 yards with remained rare for a long time. players in the most random places "I want to go until I'm just not one touchdown and one interception. UNI running back Corey Lewis ran "In 1996, the sport.went pro­ and everyone is always real cool." that good anymore," he said. "I for 150 yards on 20 carries and scored two touchdowns, while averaging fessional worldwide, and now there Rugby athletes describe the want to continue playing until I'm 7.5 yards per carry. Delaware's defense recorded four sacks for a total loss was an opportunity, specifically for sport as the ultimate team game, not an asset anymore". of 37 yards. Junior linebacker Erik Johnson led the defense with 11 tackles, former players to get involved with where every player on the field has Schutt said he is not quitting including one sack. The Hens' .defense rompiled three turnovers, including coaching," he said. to play as one. anytime soon. fumble recoveries by sophomore defensive end Matt Marcarelle .and Weir received a level-three "There are positions for every­ "I'll continue playing as long Johnson and an interception by safety Anthony Bratton. ~ rtification and began coachmg . body - tal , short, heavy and as my body lets me," he said . 3 Q December 4, 2007 Hens to learn from loss against St. John's

Continued from page 27 by executing our great gameplan." Kenny said she had her team ready to play during the NCAA Tournament. "My expectations are preparing our team to win," she said. "We were all really excited when we first saw the bracket and I felt really good about the sub-regional we were in. We had an opportunity to compete at a national level and advance in the tournament." Dennehy, who led the Hens with 22 kills Saturday, said she liked being in the underdog position because there seemed to be less pressure. "I definitely thought we were good enough to advance to the Sweet 16," Dennehy said. "We executed every aspect of our game plan in the first game and won. We played very well in the other matches, but could­ n't finish at the end." LaLonde said the match took a tum midway through the second game with the Hens leading 18-10. "We thought we had that game and were feeling pretty good about the cushion winning it would give us," LaLonde said. "When they came back it rattled us and when they won, they got a ton of momentum." Kenny said her team was neck-and-neck with St. John's throughout the entire match. "Once they knew some things we were doing on offense they were skilled enough to place tough serves so we couldn't run a play that we wanted or get the ball to the person that we wanted to," she said. For you, good enough just isn't good enough. The future looks bright for the Hens with all starters returning except You're dnven to go above and beyond. Temple's programs in tourism, hospitality, sport, and Welch and Walsh, Kenny said. recreation management wi11 help turn your ambition into achievement, giving you the leadership "The experience of winning the conference and going to the NCAA Tournament, being so close to makingim appearance in the Sweet 16, it's tools and networking - r~sources to succeed. Don't just reach for the stars. Become one as well. invaluable," Kenny said. "They should be excited to get back to work after a little break and use this experience as a big growth spurt for the To learn more, call 215·204-3103 or visit us at www.temple.edu/sthm/colleges. future." Join us for one of our upcoming information sessions on main campus, 1700 N. Broad St., Room 412, at 5 p.m.: November 15 I December 10 I January 23 [iffiiJ School of Tourism Brian Young gives H and Hospitality Management · TEMPU! UNIVERSITY• inspiration .to team Continued from page 28 CAR. Young's motivation plays an important role with his teammates, head coach Monte Ross said. The players realize they need to make the best of YOUR GPA IS UP TO YOU. every opportunity. Ross said since the ACS in Young's arm remains such a rarity, the players understand nothing is guaranteed. The fust time Ross learned of ACS .was last December when former assistant coach Ryan Iversen was diagnosed with the syndrome in his leg. Young said the irony of his injury is that Iversen ran into Young last year on a defensive drill when he got ACS. "Brian is someone who works his butt off every 'day at practice and those things are looked at favorably by his teammates," Ross said. "Brian Trust the Midas touch. has been an example through his works." Ross said he wants Young to travel with the team because of the con­ fidence he brings. When the other players have difficult situations, they thiq.k of Young. "Life is 10 percent what happens [to you] and 90 percent with how you react," Ross said. "You always look at someone who has gone through a tough time and you see how they react." Young works hard every day in order to return to the court as fast as possible. Head basketball trainer, Dan Watson, said he assesses Young's improvement during every practice. Young runs and weight lifts with his legs. The trainers stay in touch approximately every 10 days with Young's surgeon. $~g9S ___ i Reisman, who coordinates the care with the surgeon, said he makes sure Young does the proper rehabilitation regiment. "Until a joint can go through its normal motion, it's hard to do the next steps," Reisman said. "Once the full motion returns, then [the patient] oil change works strengthening [and after that step] they go to sport-specific function­ al activities. Then they go back to playing their sport." • up m 5 -41S. SWJO or 10WJO oil Young currently attempts to regain full extension in his arm and con­ • New oi filta' tinues to perform whatever is asked of him by the doctors because he refus­ • CfMdc flldcl lewis es to give up on his dream of playing collegiate basketball. The scar from • lftdu4a .isposet fee the fasciotomy, running from his armpit to the elbow, serves a constant reminder of what he has endured to get to this point. "You got to look at the big picture and keep your eyes set on your goals,".Young said. "There's a really long road ahead of me, so I can't sulk on, what was. [Playing basketball] has been my goal since I was a kid." And not only will Young celebrate the day he hears his number called over the loud speaker to enter the court, his family anticipates the moment • Ame.ric:a's Leader in 8rakes • Quick and Painless Oil Changes Young steps on the floor. • FREE Brake Inspection "We've been waiting for years now, and for everyone, it will be a big • Your One-Stop S.hop for day," Courtney said. · Maintenance Services '"" - -_,- ·~:::.:..---,______--~-.,.-- -~~---

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BY MICHAEL LORE reaction. Parents of children on the NEED MONEY? Managing Sports Editor same Little League team or high CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - It school team usually all know each was the first time in my 21 years other and are a tightly-knit group. RECENTLY DIAGNOSED? of existence that I traveled to the One would figure college athletes' Midwest region of the United parents would be close, sit in the States. I and my fellow sports edi­ same section at games and carpool We need you! to donate blood for research, if you have been diagnosed with: tor Greg Arent covered the to away games. Delaware-Northern Iowa playoff That is not the case with these football game over the weekend. three families. They all met each Lyme Disease Lupus Epstein-Barr Virus Upon reaching the state, Iowa other minutes before meeting us, State Representative Doris Kelley, all while their kids have been on Hepatitis A Cytomegalovirus Autoimmune Diseases who we met on the plane, gave us the same team for at least two Rubella Toxoplasmosis a personal tour of the area and the years. I do not know how close or Ask about other ~ditions university. Thinking the weekend distant other families are from one could not get any more random, another on the team, but this one we were lucky enough to run into case baffled me. other people from Delaware who Talking to the parents while tried to leave snowy Iowa after the being transported by limousine to game. another airport one hour away, I $200 per donation* Sitting in Waterloo Regional learned they do not even sit in the Multiple donations Airport, we heard all flights were same section of the stands at per month are possible. canceled on Sunday because the Delaware Stadium. Ed said he and airport ran out of de-icer fluid. I his family were initially 1n the was confused to think how an air­ North endzone stands, but have port in the Midwest runs out of since moved. Jeff thought he was what I would deem an essential sitting next to a Delaware player's liquid iQ the winter. brother at the UNI game. Or was it While I.was at the counter try­ his .father? Jeff said he wa:s unsur-e. Please call today for ir'lf(:ll'maoon ing to arrange a replacement I am not saying .it wa8 ·;J_efrs · -. 888-808-5215 X22.11 flight, Greg and I started chatting · fault for not asking the man's · rela­ with people wearing Delaware tion to a player, but I think these apparel who were also desperate to parents - not just those on the get back east. football team - need to be closer. They ended up being parents All they have to do is get together of Delaware football players, who and tailgate before a game, or go individually booJced tickets to out to dinner afterward. travel and see their sons play. Ed One of the parents needs to and Barb Striefsky, Jeff and Diana take the initiative by contacting (I) SeraCare Life Science ~Inc. - Herrman and Sheri Byrne-Long all the others and planning an event or D onor Recruit ment Program met each other for the first time in some sort of dialogue because they Iowa and not Newark, Del. are as much of a team as their chil­ • Pfu:s ~ feimbursemem Scnler•19 ma be tJ8C8SSar'Y lo CM . Weird? That was my initial dren.

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Erik Johnson Junior linebacker Erik Johnson gave Delaware a much-needed spark in the first half of Saturday's game over Northern Iowa. With the Hens falling behind the Panthers early in the game, Johnson recovered a fumble and 1: .f"~r~ ~ ~~ sprinted to the endzone on a 55-yard return. to give Delaware its first lead of the day. fif~+· ~ ~-" ~ to•t~ Johnson led the defense with 11 tackles, including a sack in the first quar­ ter that resulted in a 16-yard loss. Ten of Johnson's tackles were solo in Saturday's 39-27 win over UNI. He has recorded a fumble recovery, an interception and 18 total tackles in the first f\¥0 rounds of the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs.

·~- ' Michelle Lalonde Sophomore middle hitter Michelle LaLonde played an impressive game Saturday evening with 19 kills despite Delaware losing 3-1 to St. John's at Carnesecca Arena. LaLonde was tied for third on her team with 38 total attacks. On Friday night in the Hens' first game of the NCAA Tournament, LaLonde recorded 12 kills and 44 total attacks in a 3-1 win against Princeton. LaLonde helped her team become the third squad in the Colonial Athletic Association to win a match in the NCAA Tournament by compiling 388 kills during the 2007 season. December 4, 2007 3 2 ~---'------____;,;,~~~

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