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STUDENT LIFE Task Force implementation committees Implementation panels named Four working committees, each with co-chairs Williams: ‘Beginning of ... good campus dialogue.’ are the obligations and responsibilities, recommendations in depth, including Events, Activities, and Campus Culture and what are the questions we should be events, activities and campus culture, Dean Mark Wait, Dean Sandy Stahl BY LISA GUO cellor Gordon Gee, are “the next step in asking as a university that is committed conduct, honor and integrity, orientation Conduct, Honor and Integrity HUSTLER ASSIS TANT NEWS EDITOR the process. Th ey are the beginning of to the 21st century,” said Vice Chancellor to Vanderbilt norms and values, and stu- Dean Jim Hudnut-Beumler; Vice-Chancellor Brock Williams Aft er the Security Task Force, the what I would call a good campus dialogue Michael Schoenfeld. dent wellness and health. next step in preserving campus safety is on how to begin tackling these issues,” Th e four committees will include Th e appointed students are “very Orientation to Vanderbilt Norms and Values creation of four working committees to said Vice Chancellor David Williams. members of the Vanderbilt administra- diverse,” said Associate Provost Susan Dean Richard McCarty, Director of Housing Mark Bandas implement the task force’s recommenda- More broadly, the purpose of these tion, faculty, staff and students, and be Barge. “Th ey represent all four schools Student Wellness and Health tions. groups is “to look inside at the culture of co-chaired by two people. Each will ex- and diff erent campus organizations. To- Th e committees, appointed by chan- what it means to be at Vanderbilt – what plore a diff erent aspect of the task force Please see TASK, page 2 Dean Camilla Benbow, Director of Student Health John Greene

AWARDS HISTORY SAFETY Alumnus VUPD honored launches as citizen Silent of the year Witness BY EMMA COFER HUSTLER NEWS REPORTER BY MEREDITH CASEY Orrin Ingram, a Vanderbilt alumnus, was HUSTLER NEWS EDITOR one of two outstanding Nashville citizens given In addition to reporting crimes anony- the Nashvillian of the Year award yesterday. mously to Vanderbilt’s Crime Hotline, wit- Th e award, which was bestowed upon In- nesses have a new online option - Silent Wit- gram by Easter Seals Tennessee, was given to the JOHN SPINK/ KRT ness. As part of the new Vanderbilt Police 1984 graduate of the school of Arts and Science A banner over Ebenezer Baptist Church bears the faces of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and wife Coretta Scott King, in Atlanta. Coretta Department’s Web site, Silent Witness is es- in a banquet at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Scott King, who turned a life shattered by her husband’s assassination into one devoted to enshrining his legacy, died Tuesday at age 78. sentially a digital crime report sheet that can Convention Center from six to nine p.m. be fi lled out online. Ingram shares the honor of this award with ‘A very sad hour’ : PROFILE Many activities “Silent Witness is an additional tool for Richard Eskind. Th e Nashvillian of the Year rec- individuals who have witnessed a crime and ognizes as many as three individuals who have Coretta Scott King ,FFQFS planned for Black hesitate for some reason or another to report contributed to the community, philanthropic loses cancer battle History Month it offi cially to our department, said Andrew causes and business development. Recipients of PGUIF Atwood, director of community relations. the award have been leaders in working to en- BY JESSICA BLACKMORE ESFBN BY JESSICA BLACKMORE Atwood works to coordinate campus- sure that Nashville continues to improve. HUSTLER NEWS REPORTER $PSFUUB4DPUU HUSTLER NEWS REPORTER wide programs for education in crime pre- Another purpose of the Nashvillian of the ,JOH EFWPUFE vention, management of the alarm and Coretta Scott King, who worked Th ough Coretta Scott King’s Year is to raise funds in support of Easter Seals UPFOTISJOJOH Please see SILENT, page 3 Tennessee, which works to create solutions that to keep her husband’s dream alive UIFMFHBDZPG recent death marks the end of a King change the lives of those with disabilities and with a serenity that made her a IFSMBUFIVTCBOE couple’s journey of activism that powerful symbol of the Rev. Mar- changed the hearts of so many, to- other special needs as well as their families. Over UIF3FW.BSUJO-VUIFS,JOH+S MEDIA Please see NASHVILLIAN, page 2 tin Luther King Jr.’s creed of broth- QBTTFEBXBZ5VFTEBZ day marks the beginning of an ex- erhood and nonviolence, died ,FZEBUFT ceptional series of events that will Tuesday night. She was 78. "QSJM celebrate black legacies, culture, Slant’s prank MEDIA Th e “fi rst lady” of the civil #PSOJO1FSSZ$PVOUZ "MB and history. rights movement died in her sleep #FHBOBUUFOEJOH"OUJPDI Today is the fi rst offi cial day of “at Santa Monica Health Institute $PMMFHFJO:FMMPX4QSJOHT 0IJP Black History month and, accord- dupes campus Television Archive XIFSFTIFXPVMEFBSOBCBDIFMPST in Rosarito Beach, Mexico,” said EFHSFFJONVTJDBOEFEVDBUJPO ing to the university calendar and her sister, Edythe Scott Bagley. She +VOF .BSSJFEUIF3FW the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black on Ben Folds is world’s largest had been recovering from a seri- .BSUJO-VUIFS,JOH+S Cultural Center, Vanderbilt will ous stroke and heart attack suf- host a wide variety of planned )FMQFEPSHBOJ[FUIF BY GLENNA DEROY BY ALLY SMITH fered last August. .POUHPNFSZCVTCPZDPUU events that will promote awareness HUSTLER MANAGING EDITOR HUSTLER NEWS REPORTER Doctors at the clinic said King (BWFCJSUIUPUIF,JOHT of historical black achievements as Th is Wednesday, Th e Slant, Vanderbilt’s was battling advanced ovarian DIJMESFO :PMBOEB%FOJTF .BSUJO*** well as appeal to many diff erent Unbeknown to most students at Vanderbilt, humor and satire publication, engineered a cancer when she arrived there on %FYUFS4DPUUBOE#FSOJDF"MCFSUJOF audiences. we have the largest archive of news media in prank directed at the entire Vanderbilt cam- Th ursday and that her fi nal cause .BSDIFECFTJEFIFSIVTCBOE “Th e month of February af- the world. GSPN4FMNB "MB UP.POUHPNFSZJO pus. of death was respiratory failure. fords the BCC a chance to perhaps In 1968, Paul Simpson founded the GPSUIFUSJVNQIBMDMJNBYUPIJT Th e Slant produced several posters that “Th is is a very sad hour,” said reach audiences that we might Vanderbilt Television News Archive. Simp- ESJWFGPSBWPUJOHSJHIUTMBX depicted a misleading Rites of Spring poster U.S. Rep. John Lewis, a Democrat not attract during other times,” son, Vanderbilt alumnus and insurance ex- 'PVOEFEUIFNVMUJNJMMJPOEPMMBS and named Ben Folds as this year’s head- from Georgia. “She was the glue. said Frank Dobson, director of ecutive, approached Vanderbilt with the idea UIF3FW.BSUJO-VUIFS,JOH+S$FOUFS liner. Long before she met and married GPS/POWJPMFOU4PDJBM$IBOHF the Black Cultural Center. “Th ese to archive the evening news and special events Th e Vanderbilt Hustler also fell victim to Martin Luther King Jr. she was an "GUFSNPSFUIBOBEFDBEFPG events were planned to appeal to a relating to the news aft er he discovered that the hoax, placing the erroneous information activist.” FõPSU QSPVEMZXBUDIFE1SFTJEFOU wide audience, as some events will the major networks were not preserving tapes on the front page of our Monday issue. Th e Coretta Scott King was a sup- 3FBHBOTJHOBCJMMJOUPMBXUPIBWF attract one group and other events, of their broadcasts. In that same year, his IFSIVTCBOETCJSUIEBZPCTFSWFEBT Rites of Spring schedule has yet to be re- portive partner to her husband other groups.” proposal was realized when Chancellor Alex- BOBUJPOBMIPMJEBZ leased. ander Heard agreed to a three month experi- Please see KING, page 2 AP Please see CENTER, page 2 On Sunday night, Th e Slant sent staff Please see ARCHIVE, page 3 Please see SLANT, page 2

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Drive-thru changes, biggie-size proﬁ ts? Kelly Hocutt Fast food chains compete with BY KELSEY SOBY creasingly more effi cient and techno- are focusing much of their attention routing order-taking though call cen- HUSTLER NEWS REPORTER new technology. logically advanced fast food industry, on simplifying the drive-thru win- ters. Will this car be Is it possible for fast food to get companies are feeling the pressure to dow ordering process. Speed has been and still remains able to spend even faster? How will this eff ect your increase both the speed and accuracy Th ey are trimming down on the greatest success of such popular less time in line? experience the next time you roll of fast food ordering and prepara- things that may add unnecessary fast food chains as McDonald’s and through Wendy’s drive through on tion. time to the fast food consumer’s ex- Wendy’s, both of which have loca- Saturday night for a tasty Frosty and Since the drive through window perience by removing bulky text from tions along the borders of Vander- a large order of fries? sees the majority of most fast food menus, using computer programs bilt’s campus. Many eat fast food not In order to compete in the in- sales, it is no surprise that companies that estimate upcoming orders, and Please see FAST, page 2

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WORD OF THE DAY THIS DAY IN HISTORY FORECAST 1861 Texas voted to secede from the Union. THURSDAY Showers 1943 One of America’s most highly decorated military units of World PARALOGIZE High: 56 PAGE 2 War II, the 442d Regimental Combat Team, made up almost en- Low: 44 Today is Wednesday, February 1, 2006 tirely of Japanese-Americans, was authorized. v.i. To draw conclsions that do no follow logically from a FRIDAY given set of assumptions. 1960 Four black college students began a sit-in protest at a lunch coun- Few Showers ter in Greensboro, N.C., where they’d been refused service. IT IS THE THERE ARE High: 54 th 1979 Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini received a tumultuous welcome in Low: 40 16 60 23 100 Tehran as he ended nearly 15 years of exile. SATURDAY Partly Cloudy day of classes class days class days calendar 2003 The space shuttle Columbia broke up during re-entry, killing all until exams until Spring days to com- seven of its crew members. High: 42 Break mencement Source: Webster’s Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language Compiled by the Associated Press Low: 27

TODAY IN THE BUBBLE Compiled by Meredith Casey Fast: Could technology King: Cancer Speaker: Chris Barbic Chris Barbic, 1992 Vanderbilt graduate will talk about his experiences starting one of Houston’s fi rst charter schools. Barbic’s lecture, “Th e Story of a Social Entrepreneur: claims keeper How One Vanderbilt Grad Took on Educational Inequity in the Non-Profi t World.” speed drive-thru time? Th e program will be in the VU Student Life Center at 7 p.m. From FAST, page 1 side items or desserts to customers who or- of the ﬂ ame because they particularly enjoy it, but because der only entrees. Outsourcing is also becom- From KING, page 1 VU programming board applications available it is the only thing students have time for in ing increasingly popular for larger chains Vanderbilt Programming Board applications are now available in Sarratt 207, the college. such as McDonalds Corp., where stores use during the civil rights movement, and aft er his as- Sarratt Main Desk, and on our website www.vanderbilt.edu/vpb. VPB is made up of Jackson Graff has learned from four years of central calling centers rather than cashiers sassination in Memphis, Tenn., on April 4, 1968, she an Executive Board and seven programming organizations: Great Performances, Late college that as a general rule it is best to stay as in the restaurant to take orders from drive- carried on his work while also raising their four chil- Night Programming, Homecoming, Special Activities, Th e Music Group, Vandy Fa- far away from fast food as possible, “but when thru customers. dren. natics, and Speakers Committee. For more information please visit the VPB Web site I’m out late at night, fast food, particularly “I think it would be much more confusing While living her life in the spotlight, King became at www.vanderbilt.edu/vpb or email Alex Fiman at alexandra.m.fi man@vanderbilt. Wendy’s, is irresistible.” When asked whether a symbol of her husband’s struggle for peace and edu. Applications are due February tenth in Sarratt 207. to try and coordinate orders for several restau- the speed of fast food preparation at the local rants through one calling center...And I would brotherhood, presiding with an almost regal bear- Wendy’s was up to par he stated, “It’s so fast, rather wait a little longer and make sure that ing over seminars and conferences and promoting that sometimes I have to close my eyes in order the menu items I want are available to me,” MLK’s philosophy and dream that she grew to believe Manna/Juntos general body meeting to keep from going blind as they prepare my said Junior Brynn Turkish. in herself. Join Manna Project International at Vanderbilt (MPIV) and Juntos for its fi rst joint delicious chicken sandwich and frosty.” Many Smaller chains, such as Checkers Drive-In “I’m more determined than ever that my hus- general meeting today in Sarratt 112 at 7:30 p.m. fast food companies would oppose this idea Restaurants Inc., have started testing confi r- band’s dream will become a reality,” said the young Hear about volunteer opportunities with Nashville’s international communities, that fast food services are up to par. Th e prog- mation screens, which display orders back to widow soon aft er his slaying. “I think you rise to MPIV’s spring benefi t dinner, and summer and post-graduation volunteering in ress in the area of speed has remained stagnate customers so they can make corrections before the occasion in a crisis. I think the Lord gives you Nicaragua with Manna Project. over the last fi ve years. pulling up to the window. Th at technology has strength when you need it. God was using us and Th e average service time hasn’t been cut helped boost accuracy by more than 11 per- now he’s using me, too.” Compiled by staff from various sources. Check out http://calendar.vanderbilt.edu for more events. much below about three minutes during that centage points in four years at fast-food leader She pushed and goaded politicians for more than time. Th at’s why many chains are focusing now McDonald’s. a decade to have her husband’s birthday observed as on cutting down on the number of mistakes in Other eff orts to increase speed include a national holiday, achieving success in 1986. In 1969, orders and making ordering easier. slimming down the menu to simplify order she founded the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Slant: Prank fools campus Mike Watson, vice president of operations preparation. “Cutting menus is a tried and Nonviolent Social Change in Atlanta and used it to at Wendy’s International Inc. told the Associat- true way to improve speed,” said Carl Sibilski, confront hunger, unemployment, voting rights and SLANT From , page 1 Chris Carroll, director of ed Press that “getting faster and faster and fast- an analyst with Morningstar Inc. in a CNN racism. member Elise Masur to the Hus- Vanderbilt Student Communica- er isn’t necessarily meeting the experience... report, who noted that companies rolling out “Th e center enables us to go out and struggle tler offi ce with a copy of one of the tions, agreed, saying that he did You can go too fast, and then it’s just messy.” new menu items have had a more diffi cult against the evils in our society,” King oft en said. misleading posters. Masur told not perceive this as a prank on Some measures that many Wendy’s resta- time beating the clock. Due to her past struggles and triumph through ac- Hustler staff members that she Th e Hustler at all, rather, a prank rants are attempting to shorten ordering time Is having less menu options really the solu- tivism, it is certain that Coretta Scott King will leave was a member of the Vanderbilt on the entire campus. include replacing some of the text on menus tion? When asked, several Vanderbilt students a profound legacy that will impact future generations programming board. “Th ere was no intent to em- with more pictures and placing awnings over expressed annoyance that they may have more just as her late husband’s legacy aff ects lives today. When reached for comment, barrass Th e Hustler, no more so menu boards to shield customers from rain limited food options simply to save the com- “Many despair at all the evil and unrest and dis- Masur denied all imvolvement in than anyone else,” said Carroll. and snow. pany a few seconds of down time. order in the world today,” she once said, “but I see a ■ the prank although a Hustler staff “Th ey were simply involving Th e Th e Wendy’s on West End Avenue has no However, a few individuals such as senior new social order and I see the dawn of a new day.” member with whom Masur is ac- Hustler in a campus-wide prank, plans for drastic technological changes. A Lori Brackins are not worried. “I go to the quainted identifi ed her. which is not uncommon for a hu- manager stated yesterday that they have not places where I know they have what I want. If “Th e Hustler was involved mor publication to do.” added additional pictures to their menu and they eliminate items that I might have ordered in the prank in order to reach Th e campus will not have that the most advanced technology they use than I will either order something else or go to more of the student body,” said to wait too long to hear the real in the ordering process is the digital display a diff erent restaurant — plus, I look forward to Center: Black heritage Ceaf Lewis, editor-in-chief of Th e Rites of Spring lineup, however. screen on the drive-thru menu. having an awning protecting me as I order my Slant. Matt Meiners, chair of the Some companies are taking more intense Big Mac in the rain.” ■ celebrated this month “Most people read Th e Hus- Rites of Spring committee on the technological steps. Technology fi rms such CENTER tler, and involving the paper just Vanderbilt Programming Board, as TechKnow Inc. off er digital menus that From , page 1 added a lot of momentum to our said that they have already signed can increase sales by suggesting “missing” Along with other calendar events, the Black Cul- prank,” said Lewis. some people but are waiting to tural Center will sponsor and co-sponsor events in- Lewis said that the intent of hear back from a few perform- cluding the Maya Angelou presentation on Feb. 27, the prank was not to embarrass ers. “Kevin Powell’s Salute to Black Greek Organizations,” Th e Hustler; rather, it was to en- Meiners hopes to have the ac- Nashvillian: Named citizen of the year a Richard Pryor fi lm tribute, a special performance courage the student body to talk curate Rites of Spring information by the Soweto Gospel Choir, a poetry reading by Ri- about and anticipate the end of a out by the end of February. ■ From NASHVILLIAN, page 1 ally dedicated his time to these issues and to cardo Nazario-Colon and a new art exhibit by Guya- “dreary winter”. the past 11 years, the event has raised over $1 the development of the Nashville community. nese artist, Dudley Charles. million for this cause. Currently, he serves in such diverse capacities “From the BCC’s perspective, it is important that VUPD CRIME LOG Compiled by Katherine Foutch Easter Seals Tennessee has provided ser- as Chairman of the Board of the Vanderbilt-In- we, as a Black Cultural Center, help to sponsor and vices since 1923 to help these disabled persons gram Cancer Center, member of the Vanderbilt co-sponsor events on campus which are in keeping Jan. 29th, 2 p.m. – A basketball stolen from 301 26th Avenue South (Memorial improve their quality of life and participation in Board of Trust, board member of the United with our mission of off ering programs that promote Gym). Th ere are no suspects and the case remains active. the community through programs including a States Chamber of Commerce, and participant cultural diversity, education and dialogue,” said Dob- Jan. 30th, 6:50 p.m. – A trespassing of real property occurred at 1410 22nd fully accessible fi tness center, supported living in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. son. Avenue South (Th e Vanderbilt Clinic garage). Th e suspect was arrested at the scene. programs, work training programs and voca- Ingram and Dyer were unavailable for com- Black history month is signifi cant because of its tional placement services. ment. ■ objective to formally acknowledge the accomplish- Jan 30th, 8:40 p.m. – A theft happened at 1803 21st Avenue South (Sam’s A major activist in the health and human ments of the black community. However, the Black Sports Bar). An arrest was made in case. services areas that concern Easter Seals Ten- Cultural Center’s goals certainly exceed the boundar-

For complete listings visit http://police.vanderbilt.edu. nessee is Ingram himself, who has continu- ies of one month, promoting black cultural and historical awareness as a part of its year-long eff ort. “Th e BCC’s events were not necessarily planned with Black History Month in mind, as our offi ce SERVICE GUIDE Task: Members to be announced soon sponsors similar programs throughout the academic The Vanderbilt Hustler (ISSN 0042-2517), the student newspaper of From TASK, page 1 Vanderbilt University, is published every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during Th e committees have been charged with year,” said Dobson. the academic year except for during exam periods and vacations. The paper is gether they’re very representative of the stu- submitting an interim report by the end of “I do not believe that ‘black history’ or history not printed during summer break. dent body.” April detailing how to carry out the broad sug- in general can be regulated to one month. However, The Vanderbilt Hustler allocates one issue of the newspaper to each student All of the members have been chosen having said that, I want to emphasize that part of the and is available at various points on campus for free. Additional copies are $.50 gestions put forth by the task force. each. by Gee based on recommendations from “We took our time last semester in order to expectation of an offi ce such as the BCC is that we The Vanderbilt Hustler is a division of Vanderbilt Student Communications, Williams, provost Nicholas Zeppos and fac- avoid being reactionary,” said senior Kate Mor- will sponsor meaningful programs during the month Inc. Copyright © 2004 Vanderbilt Student Communications. ulty members. According to Barge, Gee will gan, president of SGA. “Now is the time to be of February.” LOCATION announce the fi nal members to the entire proactive. We hope to see immediate results.” For more information regarding listed events, log The Hustler offi ces are in 130 Sarratt Student Center on the Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt community in an e-mail by the end Morgan will be serving on the campus cul- on to http://calendar.vanderbilt.edu/. ■ Campus. Address postal mail to VU Station B 351504, Nashville, Tenn. 37235- of the week. ture committee. ■ 1504. AFFILIATIONS The Hustler is a member of the Associated Collegiate Press, Columbia Scholastic Press Association, College Newspaper Business and Advertising Managers, CORRECTIONS Southern University Newspapers and the Southeastern Journalism Conference and is an associate member of the Associated Press. • In Monday’s article entitled “Fewer girls receive bids during recruit- • Monday’s graphic entitled “Ben Folds headlines” was inaccurate. TO ADVERTISE ment,” it was stated that 518 women registered for the process this year Information was given to Th e Vanderbilt Hustler by Elise Masur who was Display ads: (615) 322-4237 or e-mail [email protected] Display fax: (615) 322-3762 and only 478 completed the process. In actuality, 478 started the process. impersonating a Vanderbilt programming board representative. More Offi ce hours are 10 a.m. — 5 p.m., Monday — Friday Of the 478 who started the process 82 percent completed. Last year, 88 information can be found in the article entitled “Slant’s prank dupes Download a rate card from our Web site: http://www.vanderbilthustler.com percent of the 496 women started the process completed it. Last year 534 campus on Ben Folds” on page 1. Th e Hustler regrets the error. TO REPORT A NEWS ITEM registered for recruitment. Th e Vanderbilt Hustler regrets the error. Campus news: Call 322-2424 or e-mail [email protected] Entertainment news: Call 343-0967 or e-mail [email protected] Sports results: Call 343-0967 or e-mail [email protected] CORRECTIONS The Department of Psychology at The Hustler strives for accuracy and fairness and will correct errors of substance. See our correction policy on the Opinion page for information about notifying Vanderbilt University us. is looking for subjects to participate in paid PRINTER research studies. The Hustler is printed at Franklin Web Printing Company in Franklin, Tenn. SUBSCRIPTION RATES Studies examine aspects of cognition, emotion Call (615) 343-3064 9 a.m. — 5 p.m., Monday — Friday. One semester’s delivery via U.S. Postal Service is available for $125 or $200 per and brain functioning. year. Checks should be made payable to The Vanderbilt Hustler. BACK ISSUES To fi nd out more about participating in studies, Back issues are available in Sarratt 130 during business hours. see http://vanderbilt.sona-systems.com/ Wednesday, February 1, 2006 | The Vanderbilt Hustler NEWS 3 Archive: Students says database necessary for research papers From ARCHIVE, page 1 computers at the Alexander Heard Library. Th e ment. archive can be searched by keyword, limited to “Paul (Simpson) had seen many things on network or anchor or browsed by date. Th ere are television that he believed needed examining,” also abstracts of each news segment as well as said Lynch, director of the archives. “Th ese in- segment length and information on advertise- cluded (according to Paul’s memory since it was ments shown during the broadcast. before we started recording) Timothy Leary tell- Some students and faculty, however, do not ing the audience to turn on (to drugs) and tune know that the facility exists. out.” “Undergrads have little time given their “From the beginning he saw that the archive course loads for indepth work, and research needed to be a serious institution open to all re- in the Archive is more time consuming work,” searchers, who could then determine for them- Lynch said. “Th e beginning is easy, a search on selves what, if any, bias existed in the news.” the website may yield appropriate items, but that Th e Vanderbilt Television Archives houses is just the beginning. Next involves a trip to the the world’s most extensive and complete archive archive or library to view the clips.” of television news. Each day, the archive tapes at However, for communications majors, in- least four hours of programming adding to the cluding senior Carly Zipp, the archive is a neces- over 30,000 individual network evening news sity in writing major research papers. broadcasts already in the archive. “We’re so used to clicking online and being “I think the archive is one of the most impor- able to fi nd something. When I write a research tant records we have of history since 1968,” said paper, my fi rst instinct is to just click on PBS university librarian Paul Gherman. “Not only is online,” Zipp said. “However, when you tell your it important, it is complete. No other place in the professor you actually went to Baker Building, world can you get this type of information.” sat down and watched the clips, it holds a lot Th e center operates as a non-profi t organi- more water. Th at’s important especially in such a zation and relies on the support of Vanderbilt close-knit department like communications.” University and private donors including the According to Lynch, watching clippings of an Freedom Forum, the late David K. Wilson, the event from the archive provides advantages over Massey Foundation, the Justin and Valere Foun- reading about events in history books. dation, the Ford Foundation, Mobil Oil and the “Research of news (on television) gets you National Science Foundation. the views of a story at distinct times,” Lynch said. Silent: Digital crime Web page “It’s my understanding that before the ar- “Th e view on Tuesday of an unfolding event may chive, the networks were not keeping all their be decidedly diff erent than the view on Wednes- tapes,” said Gene Policinski, executive director day, and for some long term stories such as AIDS of the First Amendment Center. “Th is is where coverage not only did the views change over enables anonymous reporting the broadcasts will be preserved.” time, but even the terminology changed. Th us a Th e archive hit a roadblock in 1973 when search for AIDS will not fi nd the earliest stories From SILENT, page 1 ity in the annual security report according to the Web site. CBS fi led a lawsuit challenging the archive’s right about the disease.” emergency phone system, victim-witness assistance pro- Students said they were happy with the new option. to tape its news broadcasts. While sociology professor Dan Cornfi eld has grams, and physical security surveys. “Th e new police department Web site is straightforward “CBS had always maintained that the archive never used the archive, he sees the benefi t of “Other universities have similar programs (to Silent Wit- and easy to navigate,” said sophomore Jessica Schwartz. I close at least as far as serving the public and re- having the archive as a resource. ness) up in place and Vanderbilt has been interested in off er- have never personally been a witness to a crime, but if I was, searchers not physically at the archive, and in “Th e Television News archives are valuable ing this option to our students for quite some time,” Atwood the Silent Witness option would probably be the way I would fact in court suggested the tapes needed to be for professors in a least two ways: as a research said. go about reporting the incident because of the specifi c fi ll in erased,” Lynch said. and teaching tool on trends and patterns in the Th e Silent Witness Web page provides a template in format and your ability to leave your contact information,” Vanderbilt stood by the archive. Th ree years media images of a wide array of social, cultural which information can be entered. Information pertaining “Th e Silent Witness option seems like a good idea, espe- later, the Copyright Act of 1976 passed through and political phenomena and as a source of news to the type of crime, when and where it occurred and a de- cially if a person wishes to remain anonymous when per- Congress with the Baker Amendment, also information on trends and patterns in important scription of the perpetrator can be entered. Th ere is an op- forming their civic duty to report a crime. I would defi nitely known as the “Vanderbilt Clause.” Th e clause social cultural and political events,” said Corn- tion on the form to provide contact information so that the use the Web page over the hotline,” said senior Mike Dav- provides for the library to legally tape broad- fi eld in an email. report is not anonymous. enport. casts. 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“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition OPINION the Government for a redress of grievances.” OPINIONOPINION The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution

SEAN SEELINGER, EDITORINCHIEF EDITORIAL CARTOON

GLENNA DEROY, MANAGING EDITOR

JORDAN MAMORSKY, MANAGING EDITOR

RACHEL STEVENS, EXECUTIVE NEWS EDITOR

DAN ROSS, ADVERTISING MANAGER

OUR VIEW VUPD’s Silent Witness website a useful tool

Th is week VUPD introduced Silent Witness, a new online forum for anonymous crime reporting on campus. Th e Hustler editorial board applauds VUPD for its continued eff orts to prevent and react quickly and effi ciently to crime on our campus. As Andrew Atwood, director of community relations for VUPD, said, “Silent Witness is an additional tool for individuals who have witnessed a crime and hesitate for some reason or another to The only way crime report it offi cially to our Department.” will be eliminated Previously, students had been able to anonymously report crimes via Vanderbilt’s Crime on our campus is Hotline. if students feel We think both options are excellent ways for ” Vanderbilt students to take their safety into their comfortable coming own hands. Much of the response to last semester’s forward to report security issues has been left in the hands of the DON WRIGHT — KRT administration and various student leaders. While those crimes that their eff orts are noble and appreciated, the Silent they witness ... LETTER TO THE EDTIOR Witness website gives more students increased power over campus security. In these ways, students Students now have can feel free to report crimes that they have no excuse to refrain The Slant owes students an apology for prank witnessed without worrying about any repercussions that could come from revealing their identities. from reporting To Th e Editor: mittee. In the past, Th e Slant has defended its actions as Leaving the issue of responsible journalism and constitutionally protected free speech. However, de- Th e only way crime will be eliminated on our crime on campus. campus is if students feel comfortable coming Many Vanderbilt students were excited to see fact checking aside for the moment, I want to ask the liberate deception with no rhetorical purpose is not forward to report those crimes that they witness. fl iers announcing that Ben Folds would be playing members of Th e Slant staff responsible for this de- entitled to this protection--or to continued support No one wants to be a “tattle-tale”, but Th e Hustler editorial board feels that at Rites of Spring. However, few have noticed the ception precisely what they mean by “parody,” and through student activity fee money. Once again, Th e students now have no excuse to refrain from reporting crime on campus. small print on the bottom of these fl iers announcing how hoodwinking thousands of students (and their Slant owes us an apology for misusing our funds and With that said, we would like to caution the student body not to abuse that they are just a parody, conducted by Th e Slant. own newspaper) is funny. Is it funny that most peo- our trust. this feature. Th e validity of anonymous tips is at times questionable, and the It seems that Th e Hustler news staff also made this ple believe what they read? Is the well-intentioned editorial board would advise students to limit their use of the program to mistake and repeated the erroneous information credulity of most Vanderbilt students something Matt McGrath factual, signifi cant crimes. without confi rming it with the Rites of Spring Com- that should be exploited? Senior, A&S. Th e misuse of this feature can have the eff ect of the boy who cried wolf. If VUPD receives false anonymous tips, it dilutes the eff ect of future valid reports. LETTER TO THE EDITOR COLUMN Th e Hustler editorial board believes the Silent Witness website is a great resource for students, but we encourage the responsible use of this tool. Forms should Vandy Vans aren’t perfect yet have more boxes OPINION POLICY Lately, I fi nd myself asking, “What’s up with the to. If they are turned away by the Vandy Van driver, To Th e Editor: Vandy Vans?” And I know I’m not the only one. they are forced to be separated from their friends, The Vanderbilt Hustler opinion ters via. e-mail must either come While clearly a hotter ride has never existed (I which can be dangerous, or forced to wait for the section aims to stimulate discus- from a Vanderbilt e-mail address I was intrigued by the article in Monday’s Hustler mean, who doesn’t want to roll around in the baby next van, which as already mentioned, could be a sion in the Vanderbilt community. where the identity of the sender exploring the increase of “white” students checking In that spirit, columnists, guest is clear or be accompanied with a blue, colorful lettered wonder that is the Vandy Van while. the “other” box to indicate their racial heritage. Moreover, rather than wait at a location for an columnists and authors of let- phone call to the Editor-in-Chief. I was slightly off ended that the increase in ters to the editor are expected With rare exception, all letters extended period of time, a van should wait only as checking the “other” box was linked only to a social COLUMNIST to provide logical argument to must be received by 1 p.m. on long as it takes for the people already there to get in, movement within otherwise non distinguishable back their views. Unreasonable Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday. The STEPHANIE and then continue on its route around campus, as arguments or arguments in vain editor reserves the right to edit whites attempt to stand out or be diff erent by refus- this would increase speed. ing to play the race “game”. between columnists have no and condense submissions for FLEISCHMAN What can be done to resolve this problem, be- Traditionally racial questionnaires off er 4 or 5 place in The Hustler and will not be length as well as clarity. we have all come to know so well?), I think we can sides adding extra vans to the route and do a better published. The Vanderbilt Hustler Lengthy letters that focus on an choices: White, Black, Native American, Hispanic, all agree that the Vandy Van has a long way to go job at spacing them out? A welcomes reader viewpoints and issue aff ecting students might be (Asian/Pacifi c Islander), and Other. I am of Mid before it fi lls its other roles, besides that of being aes- waiting area similar to that at off ers three methods of expres- considered for a guest column at Eastern mixed decent. thetically pleasing. many bus stops would make sion: letters to the editor, guest the editor’s discretion. Technically that makes me Caucasian, but cul- columns and feedback on our All submissions become the Th e concept behind the Vandy Van is to provide the wait more comfortable turally and socially i am not White, have never been website. property of The Vanderbilt Hustler students with safe, free and convenient transporta- and solve the problem of Last time I treated as White, and will not be accepted as White, Letters must be submitted either and must conform to the legal tion to and from some popular campus locations. waiting in the cold. Also, a therefore I will not check the White box. in person by the author to The standards of Vanderbilt Student It defi nitely has the free part covered, but wheth- direct phone line could be checked, KFC While there may be a movement among nonde- Hustler offi ce or via. e-mail to Communications, of which The er it is as safe and convenient as could be is more installed at these stops that wasn’t one of script White kids to check the “other” box as their [email protected] Let- Hustler is a division. than questionable. could be utilized by students only means of standing out, the article ignored the to contact the drivers to see the ”Vandy Van First of all, during peak hours, the Vandy Vans CORRECTION POLICY increasing numbers of students who do not fi t in the do not come fast enough. As a Peabody campus how much longer they think stops, yet I had Accuracy is our profession. As the Bring corrections to The Hustler enumerated ethnic groups, or who are members of resident, I can tell you that more times than not I it will take for them to get “Voice of Vanderbilt,” we are com- offi ce in Sarratt 130 or e-mail us at mixed races and feel identifi cation with neither or have had to wait between 20 and 45 minutes for a there. a driver pull mitted to ensuring our work is fair [email protected]. You both ancestries. van. Th is is a problem because it gets cold when you Also, the locations where into KFC and get and accurate. Errors of substance may also report them by telephone I am curious how Th e John Irvine Foundation are standing at the North parking lot, especially on a the Vandy Vans stop should will be corrected. With very rare to the news line at 615-322-2424 determined the true ethnic make up of Universities out of the van exception, these corrections will or the Editor-in-Chief at 615-322- night out for Vandy girls, who are famous for wear- be re-evaluated. For example, like Vanderbilt in their study. How did they classify be listed on Page 2. 3757. ing shirts fi t for the summer – all year round. the police station: who goes - ignition run- students who were Mid Eastern, Indian, or of mixed Perhaps the wait time would be reduced if the there, honestly? races? vans were actually utilized to their fullest poten- And by the way, last time ning, without STAFF Th e Hustler article presented the trend of “other” tial. It is great that SGA added another Vandy Van I checked, KFC wasn’t one saying a word News Editors Ben Sweet Marketing Director George Fischer increases from a white perspective, and failed to ex- to the mix this year, but it doesn’t help when Vandy of the Vandy Van stops, yet Meredith Casey Advertising Manager Dan Ross amine the other cultural and racial minorities that Opinion Editors Reeve Hamilton Production Manager Rosa An Vans are coming three at a time, when they should I had a driver pull into KFC - and come back Aden Johnson Ad Design Manager Sharon Yecies are oft en lumped with them because the govern- be coming one at a time to maximize resources and and get out of the van— ig- about fi fteen Allison Malone Ad Designers Lisa Guo ment does not award grants for their enrollment. Sports Editors Craig Tapper John Thompson usage. nition running, without say- Will Gibbons Asst. Ad Manager Nate Cartmell Granted, various factors can contribute to Vandy ing a word— and come back minutes later, Life Editor Daniel Darland Ad Staff Emily Lineberger Ulea Lago Asst. News Editors Lisa Guo Gosha Khuchua vans being late or running in tandem, such as traffi c, about fi eenft minutes later, fried chicken tub Second Year, Divinity School Katherine Foutch Hilary Rogers or people taking a while to get in or out, so there are fried chicken tub and large Nicole Floyd Courtney Dial and large coke in Asst Sports Editors Jarred Amato Madeleine Pulman a couple of solutions that could be implemented. I coke in hand. Th at short pit Andy Lutsky Art Director John Maynard could suggest investing in another van, but instead stop certainly did not help Photo Editors Elise Alford Creative Director Matt Radford hand. Kelly Hocutt Designers Cassie Edwards I’ll pose this question: why are Vandy Vans being Vandy Van safety or effi cien- Henry Manice Laura Kim left out of commission, parked in parking lots when cy. Drivers should get their Peter Tufo Becca Carson Copy Editors Emily Agostino Webmaster Osman Jalloh they should be out picking up students? food on their own time. Nikura Arinze All Vandy Vans available should be used. It’s not It is clear the Vandy Van system has a ways to go Logan Burgess Micah Carroll like the vans are running empty, especially during before it becomes a reliable, quality service. n Kate Coverse peak times, such as aft er big sporting events, soror- Stephanie de Jesus Caroline Fabacher ity and fraternity chapters, and parties. People are —Stephanie Fleischman is a sophomore in Ben Karp piling into these vans like animals, or at least trying Peabody College. Emily Mai VSC Director Chris Carroll Aarika Patel Asst. VSC Director Jeff Breaux Amy Roebuck Asst. VSC Director Paige Orr-Clancy

Your voice doesn’t stop here. President Kate Morgan President Kyle Southern U.S. Sen. Bill Frist U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander Rep. Jim Cooper Rep. Edith Langster Sen. Douglas Henry, Jr. Councilor Ginger Hausser The Vanderbilt Hustler encourages its readers Student Government Assoc. Interhall United State Senate United States Senate U.S. House of Rep. Tenn. District 54 Tenn. District 21 Metro District 18 to voice their opinions on legislative issues. 1542 Station B 7010 Station B Washington, DC 20510 Washington, DC 20510 Washington, DC 20515 35 Legislative Plaza 11 Legislative Plaza 521 Chesterﬁ eld Avenue The following students and legislators [email protected] [email protected] (202) 224-3344 (202) 224-4944 (202) 225-4311 Nashville, TN 37243-0154 Nashville, TN 37243-0021 Nashville, TN 37212 represent the Vanderbilt community. Sarratt 359 Sarratt 357 (615) 352-9411 (615) 736-5129 (615) 736-5295 (615) 741-1997 (615) 741-3291 (615) 783-0106 (615) 322-8742 (615) 421-7515 Wednesday, February 1, 2006 | The Vanderbilt Hustler OPINION 5

COLUMN AROUND What “I’m actually “I’m going to going to watch be partying Personal judgment is more important THE are your the Chronicles all day and LOOP plans for the of Narnia at night long oﬀ than consent policies the time of the campus at a DJ Superbowl this game!” Regg Party. Go Seahawks!” “A ffi rmative consent must be informed freely and ac- “understandable” words at three weekend? JAY LAUGHLIN TINESHA ALLEN tively given in mutually understandable words which in- a.m. Freshman Junior dicate a willingness to engage in a mutually agreed upon I am not condoning any of this as responsible behavior, because it is surely not. But when If you “The Colts “Rearrang- “Going to the COLUMNIST two people go out, get blackout don’t want aren’t in the ing my sock Global Cafe drunk and hook up, why should Superbowl so I drawer.” downtown for ANDREW don’t care who a Superbowl anyone be charged with rape? It to get date- HILL wins.” party.” takes responsible behavior on raped” (man sexual activity.” Th ese are the offi cial words dictating sexual both parties to avoid such situations. I am damn sure no guy, or woman), RODNEY LABAUEX CHAD BURCHARD MICHAEL WARD behavior at Vanderbilt. Apparently, this means that two Sophomore Senior Senior people are to agree to engage in sexual activity instead of or girl, on this campus wants to just be care- waiting for someone to say no. What is this really going to be charged with rape. But as I Allison Malone by Compiled do? Nothing. learned in my human sexuality ful. Pour your First of all, I am not sure I even understand what it class last semester, in the morn- own drinks, means. Secondly, aft er a night of partying, I am sure no one ing, it’s her word against his if on Vanderbilt campus could explain it if it was written out someone feels violated. monitor your in front of them. Furthermore, who is going to remember Th ere were ten rapes on cam- alcohol con- that if they are wasted? Here is a hypothetical situation: pus from July until now. Th at Chip Pickles goes out and drinks a six of Natty while came as a surprise to me because sumption, and eating McDougals and watching TV from six p.m. until I don’t know any rapists. So look out for is Do you like nine p.m. on Th ursday. He then meets his friends for two there a better way to address stu- or three games of Beirut and heads to the pre-party at ten dent conduct than threatening your friends. p.m. Mary Jane Watson leaves Towers at eight p.m. with students with expulsion? No, not three friends aft er having a screwdriver in her room. really. Alcohol policies aren’t going to work. No one really Th ey go to Sunset Grille and order a few bottles of wine, cares about those. Most of us have never seen the student and maybe even a vodka tonic. Th ey get in a cab at 10:15 handbook, and those that have probably did not read it. Th e and head to the pre party. Chip sees Mary Jane Watson majority of students skim or skip over student policy ar- come into the pre party; they say hello, maybe a little hug, ticles in Th e Hustler, because they are generally boring and and then grab a few beers. Midnight rolls around and they now there is Sudoku on the back page. No one really knows to go out? head downtown aft er being separated at the party by their who this Ruth Nagareda lady is, although she sounds pretty respective friends. Th ey run into each other at the bar, and scary. What are the Vanderbilt authorities supposed to do? guess what— they’re wasted. “It’s A Great Day to Be Alive” Let it rest in the hands of the students. is being covered by some Nashville singer, and everyone VUPD needs to protect the student body from shady has got that Th ursday feeling running through their blood. men posing as cab drivers and guys in Morgan with guns. The Hustler wants you! Chip and Mary start getting personal. Th ey dance appro- Students just need to behave responsibly if they want to priately for a little while, but then aft er a few shots...inhi- avoid harmful situations. If you don’t want to get date raped bition is out the window. Th ey start lighting cigs off each (man or woman), just be careful. Pour your own drinks, other and before you know it, they are getting down on the monitor your alcohol consumption, and look out for your dance fl oor. Really, really down. friends. Th at is surely going to protect you more than some Are you interested in reviewing Th at “Laff y Taff y” song is now on the radio as they have wordy bylaw written by a bunch of student government wandered into Crazy Louie’s or some other awful place. members, calling themselves a “task force,” that probably Th ings seem pretty “mutual.” Well, the end of the night don’t have the best perception of what actually takes place bars and nightclubs? comes and aft er much debate on whether they should on this campus from Th ursday through Saturday. I am just go somewhere aft er hours or go home, they decide to go throwing this out there; throw it back if you don’t like it.n home. Th ey do whatever it is that they do, wake up in the morning, have an awkward conversation, and go their —Andrew Hill is a junior in the College of Arts and separate ways. Science. Now, neither one of them gave verbal consent to each Call 343-0967 or e-mail other prior to their sexual encounter. Did he rape her? Did she rape him? I am pretty sure neither of them spoke any [email protected]

COLUMN Task forces distract from the real issues

Worlds didn’t collide, but students awoke last Friday to driving increase if students must binge off -campus rather headlines of a new rape policy. Just as one doubts whether than in the confi nes of the bubble? As of now, I hope to such a thing as “rape policy” could be eff ective, one won- stretch the limits of the Rites regulation by packing a six ders why the old one proved to be fatally fl awed. Surely it pack of tall boys, but it wouldn’t surprise me if the alcohol proved capable of curbing sexual assault on this campus task force implemented a booze ban for campus events. A more rigorous alcohol policy could also aff ect students in the Nashville STRANGE BUT NOT A STRANGER community at large. Having expe- DAVID rienced the hassle of being written up in dorms on several occasions, While I have ELLISON I treasure the independence of my through the Jazz age to the decadent Disco years, so why off -campus abode. eTh notion of never seen a has “Th e Man” now decided to amend sexual misconduct greater Vanderbilt interference in guy emulate Sir policy? Pressed to action by a series of forcible fondlings, my life outside the bubble sends a cynic would see this new policy as merely an attempt shivers down my spine. Walter” Raleigh by the administration to cover their asses in court. An As if we needed any more by placing his optimist admires the moxie of the chancellor acting pro- evidence, chivalry is now dead at actively to stem the rising tide of sexual misconduct, but Vanderbilt. If decision makers as- cloak in the one wonders if Gee off ered “affi rmative consent” when he sumed Vanderbilt students act in mud for a lady disbanded the men’s soccer team. Th is skeptical columnist a manner befi tting gentlemen, a sees this new rape policy as a master class of naivety, and rape policy wouldn’t be necessary. to cross, I still would prefer that the administration quit blowing smoke Of course, not all students have see dudes giv- and simply call a spade a spade. Does anyone sincerely acted in such a manner, but I don’t believe a top-down social policy will have any eff ect upon really appreciate the mainstream ing their coats the greater Vanderbilt population? In the wake of the dorm assumption that male students on to a date on a shootings, residential colleges and the soccer debacle, the this campus are nothing but lustful administration has largely been discredited for doing any- boozehounds. While I have never cold night and thing remotely conducive to student interests. Zealousness seen a guy emulate Sir Walter Ra- competing for to create task forces does not constitute sound policy, and leigh by placing his cloak in the merely compounds the problem by adding an additional mud for a lady to cross, I still see the honor of layer between the hapless administration and an increas- dudes giving their coats to a date opening a door. ingly disillusioned student body. In short, task forces are on a cold night and competing for ineff ective, imprudent and impractical. It should go with- the honor of opening a door. Even if gentlemanly behavior out saying that this columnist eagerly anticipates the sug- has dwindled, surely our social lives could go without le- gestions of the alcohol task force. gal complications. I’m all for intellectual conversation, but Students may be able to shrug off the new rape policy students shouldn’t fi nd it necessary to go downtown with a with a nervous chuckle; however, Vanderbilt’s alcohol poli- pocket copy of the US Constitution or the Vanderbilt Code cy is no laughing matter. While the vast majority of citizens of Student Conduct. Th e trial lawyer culture of liability has manage lead rape-free lives, a booze culture permeates seeped into the Vanderbubble, and many students are un- from the halls of Branscomb to the wretched confi nes of derstandably irritated. However, I’m trying to put a smile Gillette. Stricter alcohol policies will not remedy abuse and on a tough situation. Aching for new material, this new will only frustrate already anxious students. Th e admin- policy has given berth to my new favorite pickup line: “Will istration has already impeded upon our right to party by you grant me affi rmative consent?” As sexy as a prenup, forbidding kegs and liquor, and has limited consumption one wonders if Marvin Gaye or Frank Sinatra would ever through Draconian measures ranging from beer pong bans suff er from such ignominy. Once again, Vanderbilt strives to beer tickets. Perhaps the most immediate eff ect of this to interfere with student life. It isn’t the fi rst time, and it will alcohol task force will be seen at Rites of Spring. Legend certainly not be the last. n has it that kegs used to line alumni lawn during the heyday of Rites, but now we must get by with a paltry six pack. —David Ellison is a senior in the College of Arts Doesn’t this policy contribute to massive pre-gaming in the and Science. dorms prior to said event? Doesn’t the likelihood of drunk THE VANDERBILT HUSTLER 6 The Vanderbilt Hustler | Wednesday, February 1, 2006 LIFELIFE

FEATURE What to Watch for

W2W4 2/1–2/7

Wednesday 2/1 KICK oﬀ Black History Month at the Oﬃ ce of Housing and Residential Education’s Black History Soiree in the Student Life Center’s Ballroom C from 1 to 4 p.m.

Thursday 2/2 HOPE Punxsutawney Phil doesn’t see his shadow this morning, since today’s Groundhog Day. If you’re re- arrels full of nachos. Tall pints. Jerome Bettis. Motown. Turn up the volume and loosen those belt buckles, because there’s only one way to celebrate Super Bowl XL — BIG. Whether you’re throwing your own shin- ally in the mood, go ahead and rent dig or plan to venture out to one of Nashville’s many sports bars, be sure to down some sustenance that the movie, too. will stick to your bones as the Seattle Seahawks and Pittsburgh Steelers square off on the gridiron.

For those brave few who plan to host Wings If you don’t think you have what it a party, be sure to have the following takes to entertain and you plan on Unless you are planning on purchasing a new Friday 2/3 items ever-present on game day: television, order these next few items a day or steppin’ out: two in advance — read: when DON’T worry if you didn’t get Chips thrown in disgust, beer Around Town tickets for the big Feist show at the cans hurt televisions, The quintessential snack for all spectating mostly-gnawed 1. Remember, sports bars resemble chicken Belcourt, catch their free in-store partiers is, of course, the chip. Be sure to chicken bones do coops on Super Bowl Sunday. So get there performace at Grimey’s New and have lots of these, of all varieties. Also, have not. Wings, of the early, fi nd a cozy spot and own it for the dip near the chips, lest they buff alo variety, rest of the day. Preloved Music at 1 p.m. today. get lonely (one block should be around — 2. Go with what you know. Don’t try out a of cheese plus one can Wing Basket, ‘nuff said. new spot on Super Bowl Sunday, lest you of salsa equals get stuck in a less than desirable situation. warm, gooey happiness). 3. If the Super Bowl represents your annual for- ay into the athletic realm, and thus you have Saturday 2/4 Sandwiches no clue where to go, try these on for size: •Sam’s Place CATCH the Oscar-nominated “Mur- Drinks Any sandwiches for a Super Bowl XL party (old faithful) should be several feet long, as fi nger sand- derball” at Sarratt Cinema tonight at Your fridge or cooler should include a few •Buff alo Billiards wiches simply will not suffi ce soft drinks — for insulating the beer cans, of (many large televisions) 7 p.m. The documentary follows the this time around course. Beers — be sure — try Jimmy •Two Doors Down to have lots of these, of all trials and tribulations of a wheel- John’s, Sub- (several large televisions) varieties. Die-hard Steel- chair rugby team. way, etc. •Sportsman’s ers fans will be consum- (a couple of large televisions) ing Iron City Beer; while •Hooters Seattleites may consume (rarely viewed televisions) Venti Non-Fat Soy Cara- •2nd Avenue or Broadway Honky Tonks mel Macchiatos to their Pizza (mind the cowboy hats) hearts’ content. Sunday 2/5 In case there is someone who dislikes sand- WATCH the Super Bowl. If this wiches, wings and chips — impossible, though it may be — pizza provides the meek confuses you, look to the right a bit. With these essentials, everyone will be too busy with a safe option, and everyone chowing down and watching the game to notice knows how to that old Hanson CD on your bookshelf. Be wise order pizza. with your bets and don’t forget to pray that Mick Jagger’s wardrobe functions properly at halft ime. —Ricardo Brandon Rios A Monday 2/6 COLUMN CELEBRATE Axl Rose’s birthday r with a good old-fashioned metal- t fest. Guns N’ Roses may not have Luck’s got nothin’ to do with marriage their original lineup anymore, but It’s funny how people wish you good luck on your wed- fate, and what was or was not “meant to be.” My father has always said that life is a race – I think he ding day. Obviously it’s an expression that doesn’t carry But life isn’t just a card game, especially when it comes stole it from a t-shirt – a race that requires a lot of hard it’s still the 80s when you put on much signifi cance considering the skyrocketing 40 per- to things as important as relationships. If we were all just work, a race that will test your weaknesses and challenge those records. cent divorce rate, but is it even appropriate? Luck’s got aimlessly dealt boyfriends and girlfriends then the fold- even your strengths. And relationships are just one as- ing rate would be enormously larger than 40 percent. pect of everyone’s race. RANDY AT VANDY And if there were only one king or queen of hearts in But at the end of life, having worked hard for every- a deck, then only one out of every 52 of us would draw thing will be the most gratifying part, not the luck of the Tuesday 2/7 KRISTEN him. And the rest of us, well I guess you could say we’d draw. When it comes to love and marriage what sepa- WILLOUGHBY be SOL. rates those that stay together and those that fall short is DASH to the Belcourt Theatre My best friend’s parents are going through a divorce the work. Is that so bad? I think it is the best part, being nothing to do with it. now. I suggested she play Grover, pull a house arrest on with someone whose motives aren’t credited to some un- before the Samurai Film Festival My sister’s getting married this May, and as part of my them, and lock them in the basement to work out their earthly force or reasoning. Besides, I would rather toast ends today. Two Kurosawa classics, sisterly duties I have been elected to make the toast at problems. However, she rejected my off er to help, be- a thousand times to determination, faith, and devotion, the reception. I can tell you four words which will not ing the more mature one and insisting life is not like the than ever lift a glass to cheesy ol’ fate. And if I’m wrong, “Throne of Blood” and “Seven Samu- be invited: good, luck, soul and mates, unless of course movies, plus she doesn’t have a basement. But it truly and successful relationships do depend on luck, and soul rai,” can be seen for a mere $3.75 the booze starts talking and something like, “Mate good is disappointing because her parents were the two least mates are really just cards dealt in a game, isn’t prayer you lucky souls you.” comes out. Because it is exactly that likely people you’d ever imagine to fall into the masses, kind of like cheating? I don’t think the dealer would ap- each with a college ID. sort of thinking that allows people to give up on relation- but they have. And in the process they have not only lost preciate that. ships, marriage specifi cally. Th ey shift blame on luck, each other, they have lost themselves. —Kristen Willoughby is a junior in the College of Arts and Science.

Make Rites recommendations: With recent campus happenings surrounding Rites of Spring, this is a good time to remember that the line up is in no way You ﬁ nalized. The Vanderbilt Programming Board has a Web site set up to take requests at http://www.vanderbilt.edu/ros/. Go now and recommend your favorite band, so you won’t be disap- Should pointed come April. Know Wednesday, February 1, 2006 | The Vanderbilt Hustler LIFE 7 MUSIC COLUMN ? Belle and Sebastian sets oﬀ on a new Why aren’t Life Pursuit with release of album Solo cups recyclable? BY BEN DOAK Murdoch was perhaps most sin- fi nd comfort in “doing their own “Th e Life Pursuit,” by contrast, LIFE MUSIC WRITER Music Notes cere in saying, “All I wanted was thing” no matter what response proves to be perhaps their stron- “Nobody writes them like they to sing the saddest songs,” but, they fi nd at home or at school. gest, or at least most focused and Belle & Sebastian At one of my sorority chapter din- used to / So it may as well be me.” beginning with 2003’s “Dear Ca- Th is shift in childhood perspective comfortable, eff ort yet. Musical The Life Pursuit ners earlier in the year our house – Belle and Sebastian tastrophe Waitress,” these words has made a remarkable impact in melodies take control more than Out Feb. 7 manager announced that we would Is today a sum of events and seem awfully ironic in view of the the entire vision and direction of ever, as lyrics for the fi rst time be working to recycle plastic bottles emotions from our past or more group’s drastic move from wistful- the band. take a back seat to make each like the dawn of our future? What ly-soft folk to the bright and sappy Th e most striking diff erence song a thicker slice to bite into. ASK ME ANYTHING is perhaps Belle and Sebastian’s pop sound they now inhabit. Th e between this album and the last is Old fans from “Tigermilk” or “If greatest allure may simply be their songs still cover all the confusion the comfort with which Belle and You’re Feeling Sinister” may still Ximena obsession and constant reevalua- inherent in growing up, but child- Sebastian take control of their regard this album uneasily as it is tion of their past, giving back to hood no longer seems so bad. new sound. On “Dear Catastro- a departure from their most be- Levander listeners a childhood with which On previous albums, songs phe Waitress,” while experiment- loved works, but Belle and Sebas- and aluminum cans, but that the they can identify and even gain like “If You’re Feeling Sinister” ing with their new, vibrant sound, tian will surely come out strong by SoloGrips(tm), most commonly new insights into their old friends or “Lord Anthony” would have many of the songs seem painfully winning new fans and overcoming known simply as Solo cups, were not and days on the playground. Stu- children depressed to the point of out of place or forced into some the doubts of longtime cult lov- 8 recyclable. art Murdoch, Belle and Sebastian’s suicide as they respond with great 1960’s bubblegum realm. Th ey ers. So many songs are instantly But why were Solo cups non-recy- primary songwriter, has made his emotional depth to situations out are almost too ridiculous in their loveable, especially “Funny Little clable if they were made out of plastic name with songs of the pains of 1-2 3-5 6-8 9-10 of their control. However, even in sappiness, oddly placed along- Frog” and “Another Sunny Day,” like soda bottles? Th e symbol on the growing up in isolation, depres- songs from “Th e Life Pursuit” that side throwback songs, and seem while “For the Price of a Cup of bottom of the cup sure makes it look sion and sexual confusion. carry a thematic mirror image to to only exist to smooth the song- Tea” may just rank among their of the most pleasant surprises of like they should be recycled. Well, the It has seemed, at least for the those, characters like Sukie from writing transition with old fans in catchiest songs to date. “Th e Life the new year. issue comes down to the number on majority of his career, that Stuart “Sukie in the Graveyard” seem to mind. Pursuit,” already, may just be one the bottom of the cup and what that number means. MUSIC Each type of plastic is composed of a specifi c chemical formula consisting mostly of carbon, hydrogen and oxy- gen called monomers that repeat to form polymers. In 1988 with pressures It’s hard to be a hipster, but don’t from various community groups, the Society of the Plastics Industry (SPI) developed seven visual codes, the numbers 1 through 7 surrounded by three chasing arrows, for the diff erent lose sight of the music you love types of plastics needing classifi cation. Th ese are the numbers found on plastic containers including soda bottles, BY BRANDON DUNCAN detergent bottles, milk jugs and other LIFE MUSIC WRITER artist wanted a claim to 2005. Even if you You’re probably thinking that I’m mak- food containers. make an eff ort to keep up with the most ing a mountain out of a molehill. Th e truth Th e numbers 1 through 6 desig- It seems a little strange at fi rst, but if outstanding and prolifi c bands of the mo- is I am. Th is is exactly the point I’d like to nate the following plastic types re- you give the album i just bought a chance, ment, it is inevitable that a friend will soon make. If we were to grab up every record spectively: polyethylene terephthalate you’ll be singing it in your sleep. It’s about approach you with a smirk and say, “Have released just for the sake of staying mod- (PETE), high-density polyethylene this guy who wants to be a girl, or a bird, you heard of so-and-so? Th ey’re amazing ern or trendy, we’d never actually listen to (HDPE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC or or both and he sings beautifully and makes and no one knows about them yet, not any music. Too many of us, myself includ- V for vinyl), low-density polyethylene you just want to cry. It’s called I am a Bird even Pitchforkmedia.com.” ed, become entangled in the hipster game, (LDPE), polypropylene (PP) and poly- Now, by Antony and the Johnsons. And of course there’s the risk of going frantically parroting that the Strokes are styrene (PS). I know what you’re thinking. “Th at al- broke from a series of crazed record store the new Velvet Underground and Art Brut Th e SPI coding system also in- bum came out a whole year ago. It’s old shopping sprees. I don’t understand how are the new Strokes without really listen- cludes a seventh code, identifi ed as hat. Th is writer must be completely oblivi- people can make weekly trips to Grimey’s ing to these records and deciding whether “other.” Products with this code consist ous.” Well, yes, you’re entirely right. I’m music and still manage to evade malnour- the comparisons make any sense. Once we of a material other than the six listed lagging behind the trendiest indie enthu- ishment. And by the way, fi le sharing is begin to listen — thoroughly — to the al- above or the items are made of more siasts, and have inevitably lost a good deal not the solution here. Bands don’t make bums we buy, it’s likely that we’ll become than one material. Th e designation of of hipster points for recommending Anto- a living off of royal patronage anymore. more selective, as we learn to discern be- an “other” category was developed in ny aft er he’s already been championed by In the record store, there’s always an in- tween what actually moves us and what response to legislation adopted by 39 virtually every music publication — not ternal struggle when I’m staring at the indie propaganda and claptrap tells us is states, including Tennessee, which as to mention that Mercury Prize he won. So CD racks. On my left shoulder sits Colin cool. So if I have any advice, it’s this: Don’t of January of 1995 requires the use of let’s not avoid the truth. I am a second-rate Meloy saying, “You know, you have only be hasty. Th ere are too many records out these codes on all bottles of 16 ounces hipster, and I hope you can understand my one of my albums. Pick up Picaresque and there to worry about collecting them all. or more and on rigid containers of 8 plight. I’ll show you the many splendors of indie Figure out what kind of music makes your ounces or more. It’s just not easy keeping up with the un- academia. I’m telling you, it’s well worth head light, and then listen to it until you Th e fi rst six types of plastics are all relenting deluge of new releases, and last the greenbacks.” But on my right I hear can’t bear it any longer, until another spin recyclable, but practically speaking year proved especially stormy. From Suf- the voice of reason telling me, “Run, run just might make your heart burst in abso- plastics 3-7 cost more to recycle than jan Stevens to the New Pornographers to away from the record store! You’re going lute rapture. to make using new materials and thus Deerhoof, it seemed that every indie “it” to starve yourself, boy!” Photo Illustration by KELLY HOCUTT / The Vanderbilt Hustler Vanderbilt The HOCUTT / KELLY by Illustration Photo recycling for these plastics is in low demand.

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FOOD Cabana oﬀ ers modern take on Southern classics

BY JACK VIROSTKO If your favorite liquor isn’t on the extensive list which includes 50 packed with beautiful people Th ursday through Saturday. For LIFE FOOD WRITER bottles of vodka, then you’ll have a hard time fi nding it anywhere those in need of Southern-tinged pub food aft er a night of drink- Newly opened Cabana in Hillsboro Village melds a sleek, in Nashville. ing, the kitchen serves a full menu until 2 a.m. trendy atmosphere with trademarked “Casual Southern Comfort Five dollar martini specials run all night Sunday through Cuisine.” Th e interior of the restaurant, the product of a $1.5 mil- Tuesday and from 4 to 7 p.m. the rest of the week. Two large bars —For more information visit Cabana on the Web at http://www. lion renovation, is modern, with metallic and muted wood tones — one in front and one in the high-energy back room — are cabananashville.com backlit in blue. The result is Cabanas line the hall, forming private VIP rooms for you and seven friends with a drawn sheer curtain. Reservations are rec- epitomized by ommended for cabanas. Each cabana holds a plasma television Cabana’s lobster and private sound system. Bring a DVD or iPod and fashion your ” own dining ambience. Th e massive back room features high ceil- corn dog: Upscale ings and glass-paned garage doors that can retract to create an and down-home open-air patio. Th e menu features unique takes on pub mainstays with a nod don’t necessarily towards Dixie roots. Small plates include chicken and steak satay, mix. freshwater prawns and an unconventional rendition of Krystal sliders with sweet potato biscuits and chicken or ham. Th e entrees focus primarily on Southern fare: pork chops, ribs and fried Food for thought chicken accompanied by classic Southern sides like grits and Cabana greens. Several grilled seafood options, customizable pizzas and 1910 Belcourt Ave. vegetarian-friendly Soysage and pasta entrees are also available. 577-2262 Th e cuisine showcases local and organic ingredients. Th e trout, prawns, ham and Soysage are all Tennessee products; the pro- Hours: Sun-W 4PM-2AM duce comes from small-scale organic farms, and the chicken is Thu-Sat 4PM-3AM organic free range. While the entrees are inventive concoctions of quality ingredients, the trendy décor calls more for South Beach Menu: Southern than the South. Th e result is epitomized by Cabana’s lobster corn Price: $5-15 dog: upscale and down-home don’t necessarily mix. Atmosphere: Trendy Dress: Casual Cabana is designed to fl ow seamlessly from happy hour hide- out to casual dining room to late night hotspot. While the food menu may not fully refl ect the stylish interior, the alcohol off er- ings certainly do. With nearly 100 beers available in bottles and 06 a dozen on tap, Cabana rivals Beer Sellar and Flying Saucer in terms of selection. Th e wine list is extensive — as to be expected from the former wine director of the perennially award-winning KELLY HOCUTT / The Vanderbilt Hustler Cabana’s eponymous cabanas provide secluded dining experience a step above the standard booth. The extra comfort and privacy makes them the ideal place to spend some time alone. 1-2 3-5 6-8 9-10 Sunset Grill — ranging from the $20 bottle to Dom and Cristal.

FOOD SouthStreet cooks up fun, food in casual setting

BY STEPHANIE YEWDELL LIFE FOOD WRITER free, summer atmosphere. Upstairs is an open-air porch with a bar, which Super Bowl. Although there is always a wait Food for thought oft en features live music. During the winter there is a fi replace to warm — no reservations — it is never as long as the SouthStreet As you walk from campus up 20th Avenue South, you are greeted by an up next to. hostess states. Even if the wait were an hour 907 20th Ave. South oversized tree house, loud music and a line of parked motorcycles. Energy Dress is casual; jeans and a T-shirt are all you need. Th is is the place to long, it would be well worth it. 320-5555 radiating from the restaurant fi lls the street. In the warmer months, the come and relax aft er a week of exams and papers. As you enter the restau- Th e neighborhood atmosphere is what restaurant opens the garage door windows to add to the low key, worry- rant, the place is packed, with guests waiting for tables or sitting at the two keeps Nashvillians coming back. However, lo- Hours: M-Sat 11AM-3AM bars watching the football game. Th is is a great place for the upcoming cals are constantly mixing with those visiting Sun 11AM-12AM town. Decorated as a tree house, it can only Menu: Southern be described as eclectic. A table surrounds a Price: $6-25 tree. Tables are set simply; condiments are in Atmosphere: Cozy the middle, with plenty of napkins. Dress: Casual Energetic servers bring peppered coleslaw and delicious toast to the table for starters. Soft drinks are plentiful and huge. Th e menu is broad, featuring seafood, barbecue, various sandwiches and a list of daily specials. 08 Watching your weight? Th ere are healthy options as well. Th e food at South Street is 1-2 3-5 6-8 9-10 consistent. I have never had a bad meal there. Th e food is delicious, from their pumped chicken ($12) to the pulled pork ($10). Th e baby back ribs ($17-20) are St. Louis style, so they are not dripping in sauce. Can’t decide what you want? South Street off ers sampler platters ($28, $54) of their favorites to be split between two or four diners, but it could feed more than the suggested amount. Th e two bottles of barbecue sauce on the table are for the diners’ discretion. Th ey can either go mild or hot, but proceed with caution. Each entrée is accompanied by a side. Diners have a list to choose from, including hushpuppies, broccoli casserole and steamed vegetables. South Street is also known for its oysters, which are fl own in from Loui- siana. Portions are generous but very doable, though it is hard to leave room for dessert. South Street off ers its own take on the classic nutty buddy recipe, for which they pride themselves. It is served on their home- made waffl e cones. Lunch and dinner are served seven days a week, and brunch is now off ered on Saturdays and Sundays.

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FASHION Tips for how to pick the best jeans for your body type

BY JENA RICHARD LIFE FASHION COLUMNIST

Every Vandy girl needs the perfect pair of jeans to wear to class or downtown on the weekends. Jean shopping can be very stressful because there are a plethora of styles and brands. Here are some hints for jean shopping that will help you fi nd the perfect pair for your body type.

Athletic Build Hourglass Figure Celebrity: Anna Kournikova Celebrity: Jennifer Lopez Description: Athletically built wom- Description: Women with an hour- en are typically muscular, physi- glass fi gure are generally busty cally fi t, and not very curvy. with a defi ned waist, curvy hips, Denim Tips: You should buy jeans and shapely legs. with a boot-cut hem or fl are in Denim Tips: If your fi gure is an order to accentuate your shapely hourglass shape, wear moderate legs. Also, get jeans with a low rise rise jeans to show off your waist so you can show off your athletic line. Also, boot-cut or fl air jeans physique. Form fi tting jeans are will help accentuate your shapely also essential for this body type. legs. In order to emphasize your Since athletes typically have stron- slim waistline, wear form fi tting ger thighs, you should try jeans jeans. High backside pockets are that have the denim fading in the fl attering to the hourglass fi gure. thighs in order to minimize their Sacred Blue Relaxed Flare Candice Jean in smog with Buﬀ alo Stone belt. attention.

Pear Shape Straight Silhouette Celebrity: Julia Stiles Celebrity: Nicole Kidman Description: A woman with a pear Description: Straight shaped women shaped fi gure typically has a slen- have an upper and a lower torso der upper body with a shapely that are equal in width, with a non- waist and full thighs. defi ned butt and thin legs. Denim Tips: Buy jeans with a slight Denim Tips: If your butt sits low on fl are or boot cut in order to balance your body, make sure that your your proportions. If you have full pockets are placed low. If your thighs, you want to make sure you pockets are too high, it can make buy dark denim jeans because the your butt look longer than it actual- Habitual Skinny Leg Jean in black with Stuart Weitzman Jodfur boots in black sport suede. darker the shade, the slimmer you ly is. Low rise jeans are very fl atter- will look. Also, avoid small pock- ing for the straight shaped woman. ets that are far away from each To show your slender fi gure, make other, because they will make your sure you wear slim cut jeans. butt look larger than it actually is. Again, faded denim works for this body type because it helps minimize your thighs. Drawings provided by Brian Hoﬀ man

Popular Brands Local Jean Stops AG Jeans American Eagle Outﬁ tters My Friend’s Place The Hanger Citizens of Humanity Habitual Jamie Posh Juicy Couture Levi’s Boutique Bella Bamboo Bamboo Sacred Blue Low Rise Flare Candice Jean in cloud. Clothes provided by Paper Denim and Cloth Sacred Blue Jamie on Harding Place 615.292.4188 Ask: Solo uses less Visit Scotch highlands with ‘Brigadoon’ common plastics

From ASK, page 7 have the capabilities of recycling Th is lack of profi tability causes this type of plastic. cities like Nashville to only recycle Regarding the SPI coding sys- plastics numbered 1 and 2, which tem, complaints have been made are cost-effi cient as long as people regarding confusion over what is remove the caps prior to recycling. and what is not recyclable. Th e SPI Th ese plastics are also frequent- have begun to work on developing ly used in post-consumer prod- a more consumer-friendly design. ucts. According to the New York For now, the only real option State Department of Environmen- for committed users of the beloved tal Conservation recycled PETE is red, yellow and blue cups, who used to make fi lling for sleeping consider themselves environmen- bags, carpet fi bers, fl eece and types tally-friendly are the other two R’s of ropes and pillows. Recycled we learned back in middle school: HDPE will frequently be made into Reuse and Reduce. Th ankfully detergent bottles, fl owerpots and most beer pong players already re- traffi c cones. use their Solo cups. Solo cups are made from poly- styrene, and Nashville, along with —Ximena Levander is a junior in most other communities, does not the College of Arts and Science.

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