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TT RANSCRIPT Ohio Wesleyan University The Oldest Independent Student Newspaper in the Nation Delaware, OH Thursday, November 2, 2006 Volume 144 No. 8 You have been disconnected By Raza Naqvi ing equipment. In each case, we seemed to have only sporadic Staff Reporter success.” The internet network has In a campus wide e-mail Fri- been experiencing sporadic dis- day, LaMar asked students to in- turbances without defi nite cause, form InfoSys about network prob- said Jason LaMar, director of In- lems they have faced. Failures formation Systems. were observed in programs “from “We’ve had fi rsthand AOL Instant Messenger to World and secondhand reports of War Craft to common internet from a small percentage of browsing.” students living on cam- He said the wide range of fail- pus that they’re experienc- ures made it diffi cult to distill a ing random, intermittent common failure and InfoSys was disconnections from the campus dealing with student complaints network and the Internet,” La- on an individual basis. Mar said. “Unfortunately, up to Junior Isaac Boltansky said the this point, we haven’t been able to periodic disruptions are inconve- establish any obvious patterns or nient, but tolerable. common causes.” “They’re irritating, yes, but it’s LaMar said steps taken to rec- not the end of the world,” Boltan- tify the problem have had mixed sky said. “I end up doing most of success. my work in the library anyway, so “In the past few weeks, it doesn’t disrupt my routine. The we initially tried modify- cut offs usually aren’t that long ing our network switches, anyway. I have to say though that then modifying our band- once in a while, when writing a Photo by Ryan Kim width management system paper in dead of night, when you Junior Nick Skoczen takes a shot last night against Allegheny. Senior Craig Neal looks between the OWU campus get the ‘page cannot be displayed,’ on. OWU took its fi rst loss of the season to the Gators in penalty shots 4-3. For the full and the rest of the Inter- you just sigh.” story see page 12. net,” he said. “Then we tried According to Lamar, InfoSys modifying the interaction supports about 1500 network between the Impulse Point Cooperation key to Rymut’s system and our network- See Network, page 2 WCSA leadership style HoT holds forum on By Aarti Jitender administration],” she said. “Ob- nior fall semester in Washington Guest Reporter viously they’re on our side; this D.C. working with Congressman isn’t like politics. We have our ad- Tim Ryan convinced her to run social learning Cheerful, friendly, bright, ministration, faculty, trustees and for WCSA president and made her tions of accessing resources for hardworking and competitive students and we all want just a realize the potential of WCSA and By Mike Alcock programming, and the quality are just a few words being used good Ohio Wesleyan. We all want the extent of its power if the stu- Guest Reporter and perceived over-prevalence of to describe senior Marie Rymut, to improve on what we have.” dents take the initiative. Senior Eric Magnus hosted campus programming. president of WCSA and recently Dean of Students John Delaney Rymut said she was surprised “The Meeting of the Minds”, an Economics professor Saif crowned Homecoming Queen. said this is the strongest WCSA and fl attered when she won intellectual discussion forum, Rahman said the forum gener- Since the beginning of the he’s seen and gives a lot of credit Homecoming Queen. “It was Thursday, Oct. 28 in Beeghly ated important dialogue that ad- year, some are seeing the obvious to Rymut and the people around. weird. I was defi nitely not outgo- Library. The event was open to dressed challenging questions for change in WCSA and attributing “She is just the epitome of the ing, Homecoming [Queen] mate- faculty, staff and students and the OWU community. He said a part of it to Rymut’s cooperative servant leader,” Delaney said. rial in high school. It was fl atter- centered around the idea of social although the conversation would leadership style. “She works harder than anybody ing, I guess is the best way to put learning on a residential campus. have profi ted from a larger cross- According to senior Jason else and spends more time than it, that my peers know me,” she Magnus, moderator of the section of the residential com- Ramsey, treasurer of WCSA, anybody else. She cares, that’s said. House of Thought (HoT), origi- munity as well as more faculty this year’s WCSA is completely truly it.” Ramsey said he remembers nally conceived of and facilitated representation, it was successful different and has a new outlook According to Delaney, as Rymut not wanting to run for the the event as a sophomore, focus- in elucidating issues surrounding to everything it does. While for- Homecoming came closer and position, but when she got nomi- ing on the question: “What is a the quality and presence of social mer WCSA presidents have been the level of commitment needed nated she didn’t want to pull out liberal arts education?” learning on campus. more focused on the big picture increased, very few people were because of her competitive na- He said his intent this year was “Intellectual engagement and ignored small details, Ry- able to put in all that was needed ture. to investigate an important cam- outside of the classroom gives mut is able to take the big picture to make it happen. He said Rymut “If she does something she pus issue through a student initi- students avenues to push their and apply it to the smaller things was one of the few that stuck to it plays to win,” Ramsey said. ated forum. frontiers further than required,” that WCSA needs to function as a and fulfi lled the commitment she He said he remembers com- “It was interesting to hear Rahman said. “This engagement body. had made. peting with her in an introductory different perspectives about out- creates feedback that can ener- Ramsey said she is well orga- Rymut’s organizational skills politics class to see who’d get a of-class learning ideologies,” he gize the broader community. It nized and manages to build good and love for organizing things are higher grade. He beat her by half said. “I expected there to be more can occur through various dif- relationships with people, includ- refl ected both in WCSA and her a point but said it was the only about psychological development ferent channels that compliment ing trustees and the administra- personal life. time he’d ever beaten Marie at issues, but most of the discussion one another. Experiential learn- tion. Rymut said she is obsessed anything. centered on intellectual engage- ing shouldn’t require students to Gene Castelli, director of Din- with color coordinating items, Besides being the WCSA presi- ment through campus program- be intellectually gifted – it should ing Services, said while in the past especially her folders. She has a dent, Rymut is also a Presidential ming, which was fi ne.” provide common experiences. he has had confrontations with different color for each class, and Scholar with a triple major in poli- The forum was composed of “Beyond the institution, this WCSA, like when Dining Services sometimes even tries to match her tics and government, genetics and 17 students, three staff members creates a larger group of people planned to decrease hours in a pen color with the folder color. microbiology. She is a member of from the Residential Life offi ce who are socially and intellectually few facilities due to off-campus Senior Beth Schopis, Rymut’s the Honors Student Programming and two faculty members. Mag- conscious and capable of leading food points, this year WCSA is freshman roommate, said, “Every Board, was on the track team and nus said he anticipated a low our society,” Rahman said. more willing to work together to little detail matters to her, even played the cello for a while. turnout, but would have liked During the discussion, Wendy solve potential confl icts. when you’re living with her. My Rymut said she is currently ap- more faculty and staff perspec- Piper, director of Residential Life, Rymut said she has made an stuff was everywhere and she just plying to medical and law schools tives. said she doesn’t think over-pro- effort to foster good relations not felt the need to organize it.” since she isn’t sure which fi eld she Those in attendance intro- gramming on campus is a prob- only between students on WCSA Schopis said she remembers wants to go into. She said she’d duced numerous issues sur- lem. but also with faculty and the ad- coming back to the room after go- eventually like to practice medi- rounding social learning at OWU, “I think the dilemma of having ministration, and has worked to ing out of town one weekend to cine and then look into medical including the benefi ts of living on too many options and not enough create an atmosphere of unity and fi nd Rymut had cleaned the entire policy on a national level. She said a residential campus, the distinc- time to fi t them all into your organization. room and disinfected it. running for political offi ce is not tions between the various options schedule is better than having too “We don’t need to fi ght [the According to Rymut, her ju- out of the question. for residential living, the limita- See Forum, page 2 Inside This Student direct one-act Coverage of ballot is- After thee-year hiatus, Soccer loses fi rst game Week’s Issue: plays sues and candidates ski club reforms of season Page 4 Page 5-7 Page 10 Page 12 Page 2 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 3 Network (from page 1) News ports in residence halls and fra- es to focus on the OWU residen- ternities, including the entire net- tial network - but that remains a Briefs work infrastructure and Univer- wish for now.” sity computers. However, Junior Anusha Lal- Donations from “We also support a dozen servers wani said her complaints have that control OWU’s e-mail, Web, been dealt with efficiently. workshop to benefit Jenzabar CX and many other man- “They’ve been pretty good student group agement and security processes,” he about getting things fixed,” Lal- said. “And then there’s the campus wani said. “The internet dies once The House of Peace and Internet connection, which has to in a while, but its back up quickly Justice is bringing the Non- funnel all data traffic between OWU enough. It’s something you would violent Communication and the rest of the world. It’s an in- expect since they manage just Workshop to Benes Room credibly complex system involving about everything having to do thousands of devices that everybody with computers on campus.” A Thursday from 7:00 p.m. expects it to just work (and work LaMar said his team is respon- to 9:30 p.m. It will consist perfectly) all the time.” sible for the upkeep of the inter- of hands-on activities, role The InfoSys staff is often over- net, the most useful resource for playing and small group whelmed, he said. students today. discussions. NVC is a life- “In terms of both staff- “Essentially, for better or ing and funding, resource worse, computer networking changing way of interact- limitations are something we technology has become a utility ing. It facilitates the flow of have to grapple with every - just like electricity and phone communication needed to day in Information Services,” service,” he said. “People rarely exchange information and he said. “Ideally, we wish we think about how crucial it is until resolve differences peace- were able to devote more resourc- something breaks.” fully. There is a suggested donation price of $2 or $3. Forum Half of the donations col- (from page 1) lected will benefit the stu- many channels [on television] to [Thursday night] centered around dent group going to Geor- choose from and nothing on,” she relevant issues, dilemmas, and gia to learn more about the said. even some solutions for promot- School of the Americas. Junior Jon Distad, a first-year ing more effective social learning member of HOT, said the discus- on campus.” sion was successful. Senior Laura Sinclair, mod- Formal recruitment “I think the fact that not many erator of the Women’s House, sign up all week people attended exemplified one of said although student representa- the things he [Magnus] was trying tion was one-sided in favor of the Sign ups for Sorority to prove,” Distad said. “I didn’t add small living unit community, she Formal Recruitment will be much, but I thought other people enjoyed the faculty presence. available all week during the brought up important points.” “It was unique aspect, you lunch hours in the Hamilton Senior Jerome Stenger, a third- don’t see that at most house proj- year HOT member who attended ects,” she said. Williams Campus Center. the “Meeting of the Minds” in the Magnus said his forum is only Contact either Emily Dow spring of 2005, said Thursday one approach to stimulating cam- at [email protected] or Amy night’s discussion had a stronger pus-wide intellectual engagement Gearica at apgearic@owu. focus than the original. and is hopeful for further devel- edu for more information. “Eric’s approach this year was opment. more specific,” Stenger said. “He “The discussion was definitely determined distinct areas that successful in re-framing concep- Career Fair needed examination, produc- tions about learning on this cam- on Wednesday ing more productive discussion,” pus [for those that attended],” he Stenger said. “People argued said. “I’ll probably do [the proj- The OWU Career Fair over semantics [at the previous ect] again in the spring, but I’m and Graduate/Professional discussion], leaving little time for also interested in doing something relevant debate. 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Applications are Resumes and salary requirements may be emailed to due Friday, November 17. [email protected] or faxed to 740-549-4574 Attn: Melanie edu 800-648-4849 or Contact Dr. Amy Downing O’Neil. Please indicate your preferred position. www.ststravel.com. at [email protected]. Page 2 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 3 Arts & Entertainment Chi Phi, Trick or Treat Street part of Arts Delaware Halloween traditions Briefs On Tuesday, from 6 p.m. to 8 Free Concert By Paige Burton a local food bank on p.m., Welch and the Small Living Sunday Guest Reporter S a n d u s k y Units (SLUs) organized Trick or Halloween is not just for chil- Street, Peo- Treat Street for kids. The Music Department dren. Ohio Wesleyan and the ple In Need, Senior Stephanie Bologeorges will present its Symphonic Delaware community celebrated along with said each house had a $100 bud- Wind Ensemble Concert on the holiday with tradition, custom the Dela- get to create scary settings, which and entertainment. ware Big included Harry Potter, a haunted Sunday, Nov.. 5 at 3:15 p.m. Chi Phi kicked off the festivities Brother Big circus and PAC MAN. in Gray Chapel. Dr. Larry Thursday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Sister Pro- Senior Andrea Minich, a mem- Griffin will be conducting. with their annual haunted house gram. ber of the House of Thought (HoT), The concert is free and open located on 216 N. Franklin St. On Sat- said each house had a rating scale to the public. Formal re- Junior Daniel Meisterman, Chi urday from of one to fi ve so kids could be fore- Phi philanthropy chair, said the 6 p.m. to warned of how scary each would cruitment sign up all week house consisted of four themed 9 p.m. be. The Peace and Justice House fl oors. All of the brothers and 45 Downtown (P&J) and the House of Black Cul- Calling all freshmen volunteers dressed-up to scare D e l a w a r e ture (HBC) were rated the highest guests at 10-minute intervals. hosted its on the scary scale. Class of 2010, join your Senior Tom Brown, Chi Phi annual Hal- “In our house we have some- fellow first year students for president, participated in the loween par- one being PAC MAN and the rest food, entertainment, and of us are being ghosts,” Minich haunting as a supervisor and ty at Mingo prizes on Monday, Novem- basement fl oor leader. Park. The said. “We made the fi rst fl oor into “I love getting our house in- party cele- a maze and then played warped ber 13 from 7:30 p.m. to volved with the community,” he brated with: PAC MAN music.” 9:00 p.m. in the Hamilton said. “Since we live off campus, grilled hot For further entertainment on Williams Campus Center it makes everyone feel like our dogs, cook- Photo by Ryan Kim campus, Public Safety Offi cer Benes Rooms. Contact Ben John Ciochetty told ghost stories neighbors.” ies, cider, a Walkuski bmwalkus@owu. The house was open Friday and small bon- Autumn Hayes and Casey Brown, both 11, scare in the Stuyvesant Hall lounge. Saturday from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. fi re, pump- away OWU’s ghosts as they collect candy at Ciochetty, author The Ghosts of edu for more information. and included zombies, psychiat- kin picking, Trick or Treat Street on Tuesday. Stuyvesant Hall and Beyond, ric patients and cannibals. Brown c o s t u m e s said he’s been telling stories since Open mic night said the cost of admission was $6 and hay- Also on Saturday, Sociology Pro- 1999. for adults and $3 for children, two rides. fessor Mary Howard held a Harvest “The stories I tell have nothing Wednesday Festival/Shindig at her home in canned goods, or fi ve food points. Theresa Webb, Delaware Rec- to do with the book, but the book The Writer’s Club is going Junior Francis Smith helped reation administrative assistant, Highbanks of Mill Creek. Howard proceeds will be used as a gift for design, plan and construct the said volunteers from the grounds said the Sociology and Anthropol- the University and whatever the to the Columbus Music Hall fi rst fl oor. crew, city staff and advisory board ogy Board met and convinced her students need,” he said. Wednesday for the Writ- “The weeks of preparation members helped plan the eve- to promote good fellowship. With the Halloween festivities ers Block’s open mic/slam suddenly felt worth it as we ning. “In the past we’ve had a picnic at a close, Meisterman said he is night. Those interested in but I am fortunate to have a great scared people coming through “We were excited to have a live exhausted. performing, or just want- the house,” he said. “It also feels demonstration of pumpkin carv- setting in the country,” she said. “The brothers of Chi Phi have good to know we did it for a good ing,” she said. “We found a man “It’s a broad invitation so every- been living and breathing haunted ing to figure out what slam cause.” who carves as a hobby and it was one is welcome to walk down to house for the last month,” he said. is, are all welcome to attend. Proceeds and canned good do- great for the community to see his the farm, get away from school “It was a huge amount of effort, Admission is provided by the nations from the event will go to handy-work.” and feed the horses.” but it was so much fun.” club. Contact writers@owu. edu for more information.

“The Grudge 2,” story line slightly confusing Musical to be “Out There’s nothing really scary a cameo in this sequel). Aubrey journalist investigating the mys- movie and had a chance to take about “The Grudge” movies. is sent to Japan to fi nd out what terious events surrounding the everything in. I think if direc- of This World” house where Gellar lived. It has tor Takashi Shimizu had done a They’re not particularly great The Departments of The- fi lms, either -- and yet, I do enjoy been at the center of several grisly better job of cluing us in about them somewhat. I think the rea- Critic’s Corner murders -- and, of course, audi- When Things Were Happening, atre, Dance, and Music are son is that I’m always wondering ence knows the house is haunted this movie would’ve been better collaborating to present the when and where that Creepy Kid by DNA Smith by Creepy Kid and his Croaking received. comic Cole Porter musical, With the Big Eyes Who Makes Mom. If you liked the fi rst fi lm, then “Out of This World” from What may confuse the au- you’ll defi nitely enjoy the sequel. the Kitty-Cat Sounds will pop up November 9 to November next. I really really really like the happened to her sister. It seems dience is that “The Grudge 2” If you haven’t, “The Grudge 2” Creepy Kid. that after the events of the fi rst weaves three different story lines might be a little confusing. 12. Call now to reserve your The fi lm stars Amber Tamblyn fi lm, Sarah Michelle Gellar’s char- -- and three different time frames. GRADE: C+ tickets at x3855. as Aubrey, the sister of Sarah Mi- acter was placed in the looney bin Events are shown out of sequence, chelle Gellar’s character (the lead of a Tokyo hospital. so it’s tough to know what’s going (c) 2006 King Features Synd., in the fi rst fi lm, and who makes Aubrey also meets a Japanese on until you’ve seen the whole Inc. Director of New York Arts program to give sculpture The Strand Theatre workshop Gulla’s Alvin Sher, Director of the New York Arts Program, will Hot Dogs Showtimes for be on campus from Monday Friday, Nov. 3rd- Thursday, Nov. 10th afternoon to Thursday to 12 W. William St. across meet with students. He will give a sculpture workshop, in from the Brown Jug Santa Clause 3 (G) the Sculpture Studio of Hay- Special Engagement, No Coupons cock Hall, before he leaves Gulla Hot Dog Open Monday 10-3:00 Friday: 5:00, 7:15 & 9:15 campus at 2 p.m. Contact Fries Tues-Fri 10-7:30 Saturday: 1:30, 4:00, 7:15 & 9:15 Cindy Cetlin, Campus Rep- Gulla Fish Sat 10-4:30 Sunday: 1:30, 4:00 & 7:15 resentative of the New York Fries-n-Gravy Monday-Thursday: 5:00 & 7:15 Program, or, when Alvin is here, call Jon Quick x3067 Kraut Dog Flicka (PG) for additional information. 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Last week students from THEA Junior Kit McCann partici- “Basically, you go in and au- in THEA380, Directing for the “Working on the one-acts is a 380: Directing for the Stage au- pated in the auditions last week dition for 15 people at once, all Stage,” Kahn said. “Many are the- wonderful way for the directing ditioned actors and more for the and will be performing in the the people in the directing class,” atre majors, but not all; 11 of the students to apply what they’ve annual One-Act Plays Festival, play “Forever Fraternal” written McCann said. “It’s mildly in- 13 plays are written by students been learning and to share that consisting of 13 plays written by by Gardner. timidating but not a lot, because who are taking, or who have taken with an audience. Also, it’s great students and Theatre and Dance McCann, a double major in they’re all peers. Then there were in the past, THEA369/ENG318.” for the play writing students to Professor Bonnie Gardner. The Fine Arts and psychology, has two days of callbacks, where di- Kahn said the one-act plays see their work produced.” plays will be performed on Fri- participated in a number of the- rectors picked out specific people are focused on the students ap- Kahn said the main goal of day and Saturday, Dec. 8 and 9 ater productions including past they wanted to see more in depth. plying their skills and working the plays is to watch the students at 8 p.m. productions of One-Act Plays. It’s basically a second round of together; playwrights, directors, bring them to life. Senior Emily Foster is direct- “I have been involved in the auditions, but only for one direc- actors, stage managers, designers “The ultimate goal for all ing “The Fourteenth Hour,” a play theatre for fun since freshman tor at a time.” and technicians and the crew. the participants is to use their written by junior Dan Whalen. year,” McCann said. “I was in the Edward Kahn, assistant pro- “The one-acts are short; they’re knowledge, skills, and talent to Foster said everyone on campus one-act [plays] both freshman fessor of Theater and Dance, said meant to be part of an evening bring these plays to life in an was welcome to audition. year and sophomore year so I One-Act Plays has been an an- of theatre, not an entire evening entertaining, thoughtful, and/or “Anyone and everyone was figured I should do it again. It’s nual tradition since before he ar- by themselves,” Kahn said. “The moving way for an audience,” invited to [the] auditions,” she really fun.” rived at Ohio Wesleyan in 2004. plays this year will take about ten Kahn said. said. “All of the 13 plays that are McCann said at the audition, Kahn said the playwrights and minutes each to perform, so an Kroger Radio: worse than top 40, but not muzak Working at Kroger gives me played, but there was an executive far from it. Kroger Radio plays with the season. For example, I absent mindedly start memoriz- time to do a lot of thinking about decision that all Krogers would some classics like the Beach Boys’ during the whole month of Octo- ing the commercials. Occasion- everything from how I haven’t play the same “easy “Surfin’ ber two commercials about breast ally, I even say the lines before the taken Kill Hannah’s latest out of listening” hits. U S A ” cancer ran, since it was Breast people on the radio do. my car CD player to the fact that “Kroger Radio” (as to some Cancer Awareness month. Anoth- Another sad thing is that I I’ve heard the same 50 songs each I’m going to call it) is Off-Beat m o r e er seasonal commercial was the have the order memorized. I day I’ve worked for the last six worse than a top 40 r e c e n t one for a little bear that you got know when each commercial is weeks. station. Yes, stations by Meghan Hensley hits like “free with the purchase of three going to play. For example, the All the Krogers are connected like WNCI 97.9 FM C e l i n e Gold Crown Hallmark greeting pear commercial comes before to the same radio station (I use play the same 40 songs Dion’s cards.” The woman who does the the general Hallmark commer- the term loosely). The station all day, but as the top 40 changes “My Heart Will Go On.” I think I bulk of the commercials, pretend- cial, but comes after the Snuggle broadcasts the same 23 commer- daily, the playlist changes with it. heard “I Will Always Love You” by ed to be the bear talking about Exhilarations fabric softener cials which are specific to prod- On Kroger Radio however, I have Whitney Houston the other day, how it was just chilling with the commercial (which smell amaz- ucts carried by the company (i.e. never heard it change. If I hear but I can’t be sure. There’s one greeting cards. That one got an- ing). pears, Disney foods, and Hall- Lesley Gore sing about her boy song that I don’t know the name noying real quick. For all its faults, mainly play- mark greeting cards). According Johnny leaving with Judy again, of, but it got on my nerves the first What’s sad is the fact that I can ing the same music and ads over to a co-worker, some time ago, I will stab a cupcake in the eye (if day I worked. It needs to stop. almost quote all 23 commercials and over, Kroger Radio isn’t bad the store manager got to choose only they had eyes…). The 23 commercials that are line for line. When it’s a slow night for a grocery store. Thank God the kind(s) of music that would be The music isn’t bad, actually played on Kroger Radio change in the deli/bakery (where I work), it’s not muzak. Out of This World Music and lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Dwight Taylor and Reginald Lawrence

A lively musical comedy about love, romance and mistaken identity by the masterful Cole Porter. The show whisks the audience to Mt. Olympus, as the gods descend to earth on Midsummer Night. “From This Moment On,” plan to attend the Department of Theatre & Dance biennial musical extravaganza, co-produced with the Music Department. ONE SHORT WEEK ONLY!

Where CHAPPELEAR DRAMA CENTER When Thursday, November 9 – Saturday November 11 at 8:00 pm Sunday, November 12 at 2:00 pm Cost STUDENTS/SENIOR CITIZENS, $5 OWU FACULTY/STAFF, $6 GENERAL ADMISSION, $7 Tickets may be reserved at x3855 Please note: All seats are reserved Call early for the best selection! Page 4 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 5

Editor’s Note: We’re running these pages as a guide about the ballot issues and the candidates in Tuesday’s election. Is- DeWine seeks third term sue 1, which would have affected workers’ compensation, has By Keller Sehringer Saddam Hussein and now he been removed from the ballot because its legality was chal- is against setting a deadline to Guest Reporter remove American forces from lenged. No votes cast for Issue 1 will count. For details on Two years before the next Iraq. DeWine supports Bush’s where you can vote, look at the graphic on the opposite page. presidential election, 2006’s can- tax cuts .He also supports in- We never intended to support specific candidates, so don’t didacy for Senator of Ohio is a key creases in national security and interpret these as endorsements. The races for the congres- player in determining which party supports the Patriot Act, includ- sional seats will play a vital role in determining if the Repub- will control the Senate and will ing Bush’s decision to eavesdrop be an indication of the direction without warrants on communi- licans keep control of the House and Senate. Ohio is heading, Republican, or cations from suspected terrorists Democrat. abroad. DeWine also supports Mike DeWine, Republican Photo from dewine.senate.gov current free-trade pacts to help Brown hopes to candidate running for a third Sen. Mike DeWine (R) Ohio’s exporting industry and Senate term, is running against ment in Ohio and across the na- the new Medicare drug benefit, Democrat Sherrod Brown on Nov. tion. Sophomore Maxwell Penning each of which Brown opposes. 7. The candidates hold opposing said, “It happens to be unfortunate The past months polls have indi- unseat incumbent views on important issues. for DeWine that many people will cated a widening lead for Brown. By Tim Rosendaul sity. Brown served in the Ohio With Republicans such as A CNN poll in early September House from 1975 to 1983, Ohio put their vote towards Brown not Guest Reporter George Bush and Gov. Taft losing based on issues, but the fact that found that 55 percent of Ameri- Secretary of state 1983 to 1991, popularity in Ohio, DeWine has a the Democrats want control of the cans are more likely to vote for The Ohio Senate Race will and U.S. House of Representa- tough race ahead of him. Carl F. Senate.” the challenger in any election likely be the most highly-watched tives 1992 to present. Pinkeley, politics and government DeWine earned a bachelor’s this fall. DeWine’s attachment to race around the country. On the other key issues, Brown professor, said, “The Iraq war will degree in 1969 at Miami Univer- Bush’s legislation has been hin- Mike DeWine, Republican Sen- voted against the 2003 Medicare be the backbreaker for Republi- sity of Ohio and received his law dering his goals to be bipartisan. ator running for his third term, program. He hopes to change it cans this year—much if not more degree in 1972 from Ohio North- Both candidates have been attack- and Sherrod Brown, a Democrat by letting the government bargain than it was an asset for Bush in ern University. He lives in Cedar- ing the other’s reputation. DeW- and a U.S. Representative since for cheaper prices on pharmaceu- 2004. DeWine’s particular poli- ville and has been a member of the ine has brought up allegations of 1992, have completely opposite tical drugs and allowing senior cies are negligible. Most attention U.S. Senate since 1994. DeWine is Brown’s failing to pay unemploy- views in key issues. citizens the opportunity to go will be paid to his attachment to married and has eight children. ment taxes in 1992 until the gov- These key issues concern the elsewhere for pharmaceuticals. Bush and the Iraq war.” DeWine’s stances on main is- ernment took action. He also has war in Iraq, the new Medicare On another issue, Brown opposes A major factor hurting DeW- sues clash with Brown’s views. claimed that in 14 years, Brown program, tax cuts and interna- the international trade treaties, ine’s chances for reelection is the In 2003, DeWine supported the has passed only four bills. tional trade treaties. Brown, who saying they need tougher labor wave of anti-Republican senti- authorization to use force against voted against going to war with laws and that they cost thousands Iraq, wants a plan to withdraw of manufacturing jobs in Ohio. troops in two years. DeWine vot- The race for the Senate elec- ed for the war and thinks it would tion in Ohio is attracting much Blackwell looks to snatch be wrong to set a deadline to with- national media coverage. Demo- draw troops from Iraq. crats are hoping to gain a major- Although Brown opposes the ity in Congress and this election contested gubernatorial race war in Iraq, according to Craig will play an important role in a By Rick Durham that any Republican candidate for there for many years, starting Ramsay, professor of Politics and potential shift in political power. governor in Ohio this year would when he was in his 20s. Government, it won’t favor him in Dewine has spent $14.5 million Guest Reporter be in trouble,” Ramsay said. If elected, Blackwell will be the the 2006 election. on his campaign, and Brown has J. Kenneth Blackwell is the Re- As far as the ‘hot button’ is- first African American Republican “It won’t favor Brown in the spent $9.6 million, according to publican candidate in the heated sues are concerned, Blackwell op- governor ever, as well as the sec- election, but DeWine’s stance The Columbus Dispatch. race for governor. poses abortion, opposes gay civil ond African American governor behind President Bush’s to keep For a Republican candidate unions, and opposes embryonic ever. troops in Iraq will only hurt him,” in Ohio, Blackwell’s chances of stem cell research. Ramsay said. winning are looking slimmer and According to his website, Sophomore Benedict Con- slimmer. Blackwell plans on “kick start- nelly is also opposed to the Iraq “Polling data has consistently ing” Ohio’s economy by cutting war and hopes that withdrawal of shown Blackwell running more taxes and controlling government troops will happen soon. than 10 percentage points behind spending. More jobs and focusing “I hope we can sufficiently Strickland. Therefore, I would say on businesses is Blackwell’s plan come up with a plan in the future his chances are poor,” explained to get Ohio on the “right” path. to start slowly removing troops Craig Ramsay, professor of poli- Blackwell’s first priority is to from Iraq and giving more mili- tics and government. cut taxes in order to create more tary control to the new Iraq gov- Blackwell’s image may be sul- jobs in Ohio. He also plans to ernment,” Connelly said. lied as a result of Bob Taft’s con- limit spending so more taxes can Brown, 53, of Avon, received a viction on ethics charges, and be cut. bachelor’s degree from Yale Uni- Photo from www.sherodbrown.com many people are saying it is time Blackwell was formerly the versity and a master’s degree in Sherrod Brown (D), hopes for a change in Ohio’s govern- mayor of Cincinnati, as well as the education and public administra- to unseat incumbent Sen. ment. first African American to serve in tions from The Ohio State Univer- Mike DeWine. “I think any GOP backlash a statewide executive office when nationwide will hurt most Re- he became secretary of state, publican candidates on ballots which he currently holds. Photo from www.kenblackwell.com this year. But I think Blackwell’s Blackwell received his master’s Ken Blackwell looks to be- Don’t ignore the third problem is that the Taft Adminis- degree from Xavier University in come the first African-Amer- tration has had so many scandals Cincinnati, and has instructed ican Republican govenor party candidates Race more than Blackwell v. Strickland candidacy and platforms. Strickland promises to fix By Andy Hoffman Junior Matt Murphy said he Guest Reporter didn’t recognize the names of As it usually is, 2006’s election Peirce and Fitrakis. economy and education for governor of Ohio is dominated “I was unaware that anyone by the two major parties, leaving else was even running besides the By Uzma Shafique Republican governor Bob Taft stead can climb up towards new the non-partisan candidates es- Democratic candidate Strickland Guest Reporter have created a political climate jobs in other fields. sentially running for third place. and the Republican candidate leaning in favor of Democrats. Strickland, 65, serves the U.S. Bill Peirce and running mate Blackwell,” he said. Ted Strickland, Democratic Though the Iraq war and House of Representatives for the Mark Noble and Robert Fitrakis “It is a difficult situation be- nominee for governor of Ohio, Bush’s declining approval ratings 6th Congressional District. On and running mate Anita Rios are cause if someone doesn’t agree has a big lead over his Republican aren’t actual issues of concern to a controversial matters, Strick- on the ballot, as well as write-in with either Democratic or Repub- opponent, Kenneth Blackwell, ac- governor’s position, this has also land generally supports abortion candidates Larry Bays and James lican views, there is no real alter- cording to polls. helped in creating an advanta- though he opposes partial birth Lundeen. native.” Recent corruption scandals geous atmosphere for the Demo- abortions. He supports stem cell With third parties receiving Freshman Jonathon Hood revolving around Republicans in crats. research with existing embryonic less than three percent of the vote added, “If you do not vote for one general and specifically around “It could affect turnout,” said stem cells but he opposes creating in past elections, it is a wonder of the main parties, you feel like Sean Kay, professor of Politics embryos for experimentation. why these candidates even run your vote does not count because and Government. “Disheartened He’s one of the nine kids in his knowing they have no shot of win- these third party candidates have Republicans for example may de- family, and is married to an edu- ning, Craig Ramsay, professor of no chance of winning.” cide not to vote.” cational psychologist, Frances. Politics and Government, said. Ramsay agreed, stating he As for his own plans, Strick- He has a doctorate in psychology, “Usually people want to run as doubts that they are a realistic land’s top priorities deal with edu- has worked as a consulting psy- independents or third party can- option in the sense they have no cation and economy. chologist and assistant professor, didates because they want to have chance to win or be influential, but Ohio is historically a manu- and has taken various positions their ideas get some attention,” he added it was not for him to say. facturing state and is losing jobs in children’s services and public said. Libertarian Peirce graduated rapidly. According to the Colum- health psychology. Neither candidate has adver- with a master’s degree from Har- bus Dispatch, it ranks 47th in the According to the Columbus tised in local or state media, and vard in 1960, and a doctorate from U.S. for job creation and has lost Dispatch and the Ohio Depart- they receive little to no news cov- Princeton in 1966. 72,300 jobs over the past five ment of Education, both Strick- erage, although the Columbus Peirce is a professor at Case years. land and his opponent have not Dispatch did cover them in the Western Reserve, where he has Strickland’s “Turnaround been clear with their position on Oct. 28 edition. been since 2002. Peirce has no Ohio” plan emphasizes education state funding for education. Most of their advertising is political experience. Photo from www.tedstrickland.com from early childhood to worker In several issues, Strickland done through word of mouth. Fitrakis received his master’s Ted Strickland, who is run- training, so that people do not comes off as being unclear and Candidates such as these count degree in 1982 and doctorate in have to depend on the declining on Internet blogs and their web- ning against Ken Blackwell See Strickland, Page 7 See Thrid Party, Page 7 in Tuesday’s election. manufacturing industry, and in- sites to spread the word of their Page 6 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 7 Impact of minimum raise hike debated By Eric Stizlein barely getting by. There have been distribute more money to the low- tutional amendment. A major- cords for up to three years, which many examples of drawbacks that er class and increase the well-be- ity yes vote would raise the state is being debated as an invasion of Guest Reporter could occur, but many people feel ing of many people as well as the minimum wage to $6.85 while a privacy. People opposed to the is- Raising the state minimum that other factors such as stan- economy. majority no vote would keep the sue say that the part of the amend- wage from $5.15 to $6.85, if Issue dard of living and morals need to “Minimum wage should be minimum wage at $5.15 an hour. ment will cause an uncontrolled 2 is approved, is a hotly debated be weighed when considering this raised because that would encour- The proposal would also increase release of payroll records. issue of ethics and economics. issue. age people to get more jobs, but restaurant server’s pay from $2.12 Constitutional lawyers from Minimum wage is at a 51-year There are many people in the you shouldn’t be making $7 to flip to $3.43 an hour plus tips. Case Western Reserve Univer- low related to buying power; the United States that live below the burgers if I make $10 to work on a “Increasing minimum wage sity and New York University said minimum wage boost would be a poverty level and some say not roof,” junior Caleb Douce said. would probably have very little in The Columbus Dispatch that 33 percent increase. The benefits everything that could be done to The pay raise may not be going impact. If you look at central Ohio’s amendment contains no of raising minimum wage are ob- help these people is being done. to people who are in poverty. Stu- Ohio, there are not many people requirements different than fed- vious; those people who keep their Raising the minimum wage could dents make up a large part of the working at minimum wage,” Git- eral or state laws. Supporters say jobs will have more money. How- increase the price of consumer minimum wage work force. ter said. “It could have a negative that the invasion of privacy topic ever, the issue is not that simple, goods, but that money would go “Eighty percent of those people impact because it may be unaf- is an effort to draw the attention according to Economics Professor to workers who would be more working minimum wage jobs are fordable for businesses to hire away from the real issue. Robert Gitter. capable of supporting themselves not poor,” Gitter said. Many mini- and keep less skilled people.” Minimum wage has not been “Some people would wind up and their family. mum wage workers are children “I am not opposed to giving raised in over a decade but the losing their jobs. A firm would “I don’t have a problem drop- of middle or upper class parents, people more money, but I ques- cost of living has increased dra- just higher fewer workers to do ping a dime out of my pocket so he added. “Why should I pay more tion whether or not it is a solution matically. the job,” Gitter said. some kid can eat,” junior Jerrell money for my ice cream because a to bringing people out of poverty,” “It is a political football,” Gitter The amendment would be ben- Johnson said. doctor’s son is making more mon- senior Jon Hollis said. said. “The problem is that people eficial to people who have been One viewpoint on the issue is ey?” Gitter asked. The amendment would also appear to be cruel if they do not working minimum wage jobs and that raising minimum wage would Issue 2 is a proposed consti- require employers to keep pay re- approve minimum wage.” Issue 3 is a big gamble Voting Information By Sarah Hailey the No On Casinos campaign, funds. One percent will go to- All precincts are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m on Guest Reporter said, in the Oct. 24 Columbus Dis- wards gambling addiction servic- patch, “The fact is, Issue 3 pro- es, which is a big concern for those Tuesday. If you are in line when the precinct closes, Issue 3 would legalize 31,500 ponents are asking you to doom who oppose the passing of Issue 3. then you are allowed to vote. All voters must bring slot machines at two Cleveland your neighbors, fellow Ohioans, The rest of the revenue would go a photo identification or a document verifying their casinos and seven horse-racing to a lifetime of addiction.” to the slot machine operators. address. If you live off campus or are unsure about tracks. Emily Herrold, a sophomore It is predicted that the Learn anything, call the Delaware County Board of Elections Supporters of this constitution- from Upper Arlington, Ohio, says and Earn casinos will create at at (740) 833-2080. al amendment claim the Greater that she plans on voting no for Is- least 109,000 new gambling ad- Cleveland area would gain 10,427 sue 3. dicts. Opponents also warn that Precinct 2E votes at William Street United Methodist construction jobs and 17,521 per- “Why would I want to help a Yes vote on Issue 3 would put Church 28 W. William St. manent jobs, with 30 percent of other students get into college? ,” Ohio into a Class III gambling the revenue going towards Ohio she asked. “So many more stu- state, which makes it easier for In- School Residences in Precinct 2E: students’ college scholarships. dents are going to college now dian casinos to open in the state. All Fraternities except Chi Phi Those opposed warn that 109,000 than when my parents were my Michael B. Coleman, the mayor SLUs not on Rowland Ave. residents would eventually be- age, and that only means it is go- of Columbus, said in the Oct. 19 come addicted to gambling. ing to be harder for me to get a Columbus Dispatch, “I don’t call Hayes Learn and Earn is a commit- job. I would rather not assist in it the Learn and Earn. I call it Smith tee that backs Issue 3. The group allowing another person to take a ‘Greed and Burn.’ Who’s getting Stuy says the legalization of these slots job I could have had.” burned? The taxpayer.” Sixty-one Thompson would eventually generate an Sophomore Andrew Newhouse percent of the slot profits would Welch annual $853 million for college just returned from a gambling end up in the hands of the owners scholarships. Furthermore, they trip in Las Vegas. of the gambling sites. Coleman Austin Manner is in Precinct 2D and votes at Valley predict that by 2018 every Ohio “Although I won’t get the points out that initially only 5 per- View Friends Church 868 W. William St. college-bound student will be cov- chance to vote on this issue be- cent of profits would be going to ered by scholarships stemming cause I’m not an Ohio resident, the top 5 percent of students, and Chi Phi is in Precinct 4C and votes at Mingo Park, 500 from slot revenue. I think it would be great for the not the students who really need Opponents of the amendment state’s economy. It allows so the financial help. He says, “Of E. Lincoln Ave. said gambling proponents exag- many jobs that wouldn’t be avail- the top 5 percent of students, how gerated how much money will able otherwise, and would add a many of them get scholarships Precinct 2F votes at the Zion A.M.E. Church, 140 S. actually go towards college schol- lot to the tourism factor. I guess anyways?” Coleman also points Washington St.. arships. The state Office of Bud- that it would create a lot of schol- out that primary and secondary get and Management predicted arship money as well, and you education won’t see a penny. School Residences in Precinct 2F: the slot machines would provide can’t argue with that.” Proponents of Issue 3 have The House of Thought about $324 million a year for stu- In the Ohio Learn and Earn spent $19.5 million on the cam- Creative Arts Houses dents, less than half of what Learn Factbook, it is stated that 30 paign, and opponents have spent Modern Foreign Language House and Earn projects. percent of the slot revenue will $701,000, according to The Co- Women’s House David P. Zanotti, co-Chair of go toward college tuition grant lumbus Dispatch. Smoke Less Ohio to reduce indoor smoking By Trent VanHaitsma ing in 90 percent of businesses in such as Issue 5, which aims to to other restaurants that have to breathe clean air in public Guest Reporter Ohio and businesses that qualify ban smoking in all public places. smoking facilities and would di- places and at work,” said Marsha for smoking can still choose to be “Business will remain the minish business. Tilden, director of student health Issue 4 is a proposed consti- smoke-free. same. We have both smoking According to the American services at OWU. tutional amendment that would Issue 4 is a start for banning and non-smoking areas for cus- Cancer Society, 53,000 Ameri- If Issue 4 were passed, then Is- allow certain public places, bowl- smoking in public places; the tomers,” said Brown Jug owner cans die yearly from cancer or sue 5 would be thrown out. The ing alleys, bars and restaurants to places listed by the amendment Ed Wolf. other diseases caused by second- only way to change the ruling of allow their customers/employees are children-free too. Smoke However, the passing of Is- hand smoke. Issue 4 would be to propose an- the right to smoke tobacco. Less Ohio, a group that supports sue 4 could create uneven play- The constitutional amend- other amendment, which could This amendment would over- Issue 4, says it insures people’s ing fields for restaurants. Food ment will wipe away any smoke be very difficult. ride any current laws that prohib- freedom of choice in the future sales may not exceed 60 percent free legislation throughout the Proponents of Issue 4 have it smoking in those certain places and lets them decide whether or of total revenue. Restaurants that state and means that 21 com- spent $9.7 million on its cam- and would prevent the adoption not they want to smoke. serve food only, such as the Ham- munities in Ohio will lose their paign, including $5.4 million of future laws that would restrict With the help of Issue 4, busi- burger Inn in downtown Dela- smoke free laws that are already from the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco smoking in these places. nesses that allow smoking will ware, will have to prohibit smok- in place. Co., according to The Columbus This proposal would ban smok- not be affected from future bans ing. This could drive customers “I think everyone has the right Dispatch. Smoke Free Ohio to ban smoking inside buildings By Dante Santino tional amendment which would Ohio is trying to confuse voters. right to breathe clean air,” Rich- to breathe clean air in public provide fewer smoking restric- “RJ Reynolds has tried to create ardson said. places and at work. The CDC has Guest Reporter tions. confusion with Issue 4, because Marsha Tilden, director of stu- reported that non-smokers who Issue 5, the proposed law on Issue 4, also known as Smoke they sound so similar. We are try- dent health services, feels that work in smoky places are 34 per- Tuesday’s ballot that would pro- Less Ohio, would allow smoking ing to educate people on the im- Smoke Free Ohio is the proper cent more likely to get lung cancer hibit smoking in most public plac- in restaurants and other public portance of voting yes on Issue 5 health initiative. than those who work in non-smok- es, as well as places of employ- places, such as bars and bowling and no on Issue 4,” Richardson “The Centers for Disease Con- ing environments,” Tilden said. ment, will have a dramatic impact alleys. said. trol and Prevention (CDC) has About $1.8 million has been on the state of Ohio. If both pass, then Issue 4 would Smoke Free Ohio’s main ob- found that even short-term ex- spent on the campaign by propo- Smoke Free Ohio is a campaign prevail because of its amendment jective is to protect the public’s posure to secondhand smoke can nents of Issue 5, according to The by the American Cancer Society status. This would mean that it health. “Our main objective is to increase the risk of cancer, heart Columbus Dispatch. (ACS) in alliance with the Ameri- would take a future constitutional protect the health of children, se- disease and lung disease. Accord- The differences between Issues can Heart Association, the Ameri- amendment to enact public smok- niors, people with health problems ing to the ACS, 53,000 Americans 4 and 5 cause concern among sup- can Lung Association and many ing restrictions. and all people in general. Smoking die yearly from cancer, or other porters of Issue V. other major health organizations. Sheri Richardson, the central is extremely dangerous because it diseases caused by secondhand “One of the big differences is Issue 5 is both similar and dif- Ohio public relations director for causes lung cancer. The Smoke smoke,” Tilden said. ferent from Issue 4, a constitu- the ACS, feels that Smoke Less Free Ohio campaign protects the “I think everyone has the right See Issue 5, Page 7 Page 6 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 7 Shamanski attempts to win his seat back By Nelson Mandrell Ohio’s 12th district since 1937. gressional ethics reform. tor in the election. mansky will do much better than Guest Reporter “Shamansky won back in the “Tiberi’s rubber stamping of “Shamansky is a vigorous guy. Tiberi’s previous opponents.” 80’s in a district that used to be the Bush administration’s policies The only problem with his age is “A lot of people have been try- After being the only Democrat even more Republican than the has really hurt him. People are in the sense that he ran so long ing to write off Shamansky but I to beat a Republican incumbent current 12th district,” Ramsay getting fed up with the govern- ago and people will not remem- defi nitely think he has a chance. during the 1980 Congressional said. “On top of that he has more ment looking out for the special ber him as well,” Ramsay said. You can’t rule out anything in election, Bob Shamansky is once name recognition and more cam- interests of big business,” said “The main concern of the people politics,” said Greene. again running for the a seat in the paign funding than Tiberi’s previ- Matt Greene, president of the Col- is that the war in Iraq isn’t going U.S. House of Representatives. ous candidates.” lege Democrats. well. We are losing good people In the 12th district of central While Tiberi has been enjoying Shamansky’s platform also and money.” Ohio, which is considered mod- comfortable margins of victory, calls for increased fi scal responsi- Ramsay said the growing nega- erately conservative Republican, the actual party breakdown of the bility within Congress. According tive sentiment for the war in Iraq, according to Professor Craig 12th district may be much more to his website, Shamansky will scandals involving prominent Re- Ramsay, chair of the politics and even. During the 2004 election call for an end to the growing debt publican Congressmen such as government department, a sec- President Bush won with a slim resulting from the war in Iraq as Mark Foley and Bob Ney, as well ond Shamansky victory may seem majority of 51 to 49 percent. well as tax cuts for the higher in- as the fact that the President’s unlikely this November. Pat Ti- Shamansky is running a cam- come brackets. He claims that this party typically loses seats in a beri, the three-term Republican paign that may lead to one of the and a lack of education, science mid-term election, have all made incumbent, has been voted into closest races seen in the 12th dis- and research funding threaten it a good year to be a Democrat. offi ce with comfortable majori- trict during the past decade. Ac- America’s economic future and “Tiberi has never been tested ties of 64 and 62 percent during cording to his website, Shaman- the country’s ability to compete in in this way. It’s a midterm election the last two elections in 2002 and sky is challenging Tiberi with a the global economy. with a president who has created 2004 respectively. platform focused on ending the Greene, a sophomore politics an issue he can’t do much about,” www.shamanskyforcongress.com The prospect of running against war in Iraq and eliminating the and government major, feels that Ramsay said. “There is disagree- the odds is not something new for special interests of big business while Shamansky’s opponent has ment between professionals on Bob Shamansky is running Shamansky. When elected in 1980 that have prevented real health- attempted to make his age, 79, an how close this race is but person- against Pat Tiberi for the th he was the fi rst Democrat to serve care, prescription drug and con- issue, it will not be much of a fac- ally, my gut feeling is that Sha- 12 Congressional District. Conservative Tiberi fi ghts to remain in his seat By Leah Johnson tions. as declaring Iraq part of the War Tiberi has consistently voted to A libertarian represents a can- on Terror with no exit date. ban partial-birth abortion except Guest Reporter didate who “believes in personal “Iraq is hurting Tiberi more to save the mother’s life, voted to Republican Pat Tiberi, incum- responsibility for fi nancial mat- than any other issue,” Ramsay forbid human cloning for repro- bent 12th district congressman ters, and that free-market com- said. “Tiberi won’t likely be hurt duction and medical research, representing Delaware, is run- petition is better for people than by recent GOP scandals because and against allowing stem cell ning to earn his fourth term in central planning by the govern- he is not in a leadership position research. Tuesday’s election. ment.” A conservative candidate for his party.” Tiberi’s race could be a close, Although he has served three is defi ned as someone who “be- Tiberi voted to make the Patri- Ramsay said, as Delaware Coun- terms, the race is not sealed for lieves that standards of morality ot Act permanent, and voted yes ty’s presidential party division in Tiberi. In 2004 Tiberi beat Dem- and safety should be enforced by on a Constitutional Amendment 2004 was split 51 percent George ocrat Ed Brown 62 percent to 38 government.” banning same-sex marriage. W. Bush, 49 percent John Kerry. percent. Historically, the current Hot topics for this year’s elec- Tiberi voted to pass the Bush Senior Jason Ramsey, a poli- president’s party loses some seats tion are wide ranged, but many Administration’s national energy tics and government major, feels during the mid-term election. voters are concerned about their policy, voted yes on expediting that this election will probably Tiberi is classifi ed as a liber- candidate’s view on Iraq, said the approval of forest thinning go to Tiberi. tarian conservative, according to Photo from tiberi.house.gov Craig Ramsay, professor of poli- projects, and voted yes on de- “[Bob] Shamansky doesn’t On the Issues, a website devoted Pat Tiberi (R) hopes to keep tics and government. authorizing “critical habitat” for have a bad campaign, but Dela- to providing voters with non- his seat in the House of Tiberi voted yes to authoriz- endangered species. ware is a very conservative area,” partisan information about elec- Representatives. ing military force in Iraq, as well On health and abortion issues, he said. Issue 5 (from page 6) Strickland that Smoke Free Ohio is a pro- brother telling you what to do. (from page 5) posed law and Smoke Less Ohio is Next thing you know there will be vague on how he wants to go a moderate, and I think there’s an extremist and ideological even a proposed constitutional amend- an Issue 6 restricting fast food,” about doing things. For example, a sense that he could be a uniter for Republicans,” so that adds on ment. A law can be changed at a Paxton said. he supports reducing reliance on as opposed to a divider and could yet another advantage. later point, where a constitutional Ed Wolf, owner of The Brown local property taxes but he doesn’t work well with both parties,” said Esler also thinks Strickland’s amendment can be very diffi cult Jug Restaurant, feels that Issue actually tell us how he plans to Michael Esler, professor of Poli- pro-gun position, though rare to change. If passed the consti- 5 could affect his business. “I do that, whereas Blackwell does. tics and Government. This could for a Democrat, is attractive for tutional amendment will wipe personally feel that businesses This can be seen as a weakness, possibly be a part of his campaign Republicans. Furthermore, as away any smoke-free legislation should be able to make their own but with enough support already, strategy, as he has a lead and not Republicans tend to be compara- throughout the state, meaning decisions. However, as long as we it can also work as a strength as a taking a strong stance can save tively more on the religious side, 21 communities in Ohio will lose all have to do it, it will keep a level moderate. him attacks from Republicans. Strickland’s associate minister their smoke free laws that are al- playing fi eld, and we’ll adjust,” “Strickland’s greatest strength As for Strickland’s opponent, position at the Trinity Methodist ready in place,” Tilden said. Wolf said. is that he’s considered to be more Esler says, “Blackwell is viewed as Church should also help him. Not everyone is in favor of Wolf also noted that Issue 5 the potential anti-smoking laws. has both pros and cons for busi- Ed Paxton, owner of Woodland nesses. Cigar Co. does not support Issue “Right now we have smoking 5. “I think Issue 4 is a common and non-smoking sections. The sense approach to it. Allow adults smoking section is often under- VOTE! to make adult decisions. They utilized, so in that aspect Issue 5 should allow people to smoke in would be a positive. However, we bars, and they should let small have a bar, and smoking goes with business owners make their own drinking. That means every time decisions,” Paxton said. someone wants a cigarette, they The Transcript staff Opponents of Issue 5 feel that will have to go out of their way Smoke Free Ohio would be taking to fi nd a place to smoke, and that encourages everyone to vote away an individual’s rights and negatively affects my customers. freedoms. I remember when I was young, on Tuesday, November 7. “I personally don’t like ciga- people smoked everywhere. The rette smoke in my face, but I don’t world is changing. Fifteen years think it’s right that people are ago no one would have ever imag- imposing their moral judgment ined this,” Wolf said. on everybody else. Issue 5 is big Third Party (from page 5) 1990 from Wayne State Uni- As for as their platforms, Peirce Thirdly, Peirce aims to improve versity. Fitrakis received a law advocates a three-step plan for a education by allowing parental degree from The Ohio State Uni- better Ohio. and school choice in education by versity in 2002. Step one involves lifting the providing a $3,000 state grant to Fitrakis has been a professor at roadblocks to growth. Peirce any school chosen by parents to Columbus State Community Col- wants to eliminate all tax increas- instruct their child. lege since 1987 and was also an es and limit growth of state spend- Fitrakis’ platforms centers on instructor at Wayne State Univer- ing to no more than the change in cleaning up the alleged corrup- sity from 1979-1986. population plus infl ation. tion that surrounds the two major Unlike Peirce, Fitrakis does In his second step, Peirce wants parties. have political experience. to protect private property. Fitrakis has been endorsed by Fitrakis was on the Demo- Peirce aims to protect homes, the Green Party. cratic Party Platform Committee businesses and farms from emi- On his website, Fitrakis said nent domain. He wants to forbid “The goal of my campaign will Photo from pierceforohio.com Photo from www.bobforohio.com in 1992. Fitrakis is a member of Bill Pierce, a member of the the Near East Area Commission, the government from taking land be to win the Governors mansion Robert Fitrakis, the Green Libertarian Party, is run- Party’s candidate. advising Columbus City Council to build shopping malls and park- back from the people of Ohio.” since 2003. ing lots. ning for governor Page 8 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 9 Opinion Founded in 1867 as The Western Collegian, The Transcript (USPS 978-520) is published weekly September Editorials through May, except during University vacations, holidays and examination periods. The views expressed in letters, columns and cartoons are the opinions of the writers and artists and do not Voting is more Disconcerting necessarily represent the views of the Department of Journalism, Ohio Wesleyan University or the Ohio Wesleyan Media Council. important than disconnections POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Transcript, Phillips The network is beginning to become annoying Hall 106, Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, OH 43015. again. Copyright The Transcript 2006 marking boxes For those who don’t experience the network Editor-in-chief...... Phil Salisbury Only 50 percent of people get out and vote. That’s disruptions, consider yourself lucky. The interrup- pretty ridiculous considering voting is the main way tions are truly random, from when they happen to Design Editor...... Miranda Simmons we, the lowly, unheard and thus cynical, stimulate their severity. Sports Editor...... Adam Guy change in our government. There are many steps in the process from get- Photo Editor...... Meghan Hensley We can’t really complain about the state of our ting data from the Internet to our specific comput- Photographer...... Ryan Kim country—we made it that way. Our votes, or lack ers. We believe InfoSys is trying to find the prob- Advertising Manager...... Ryan Perone thereof, put the characters in office who have mold- lem in the maze of switches and routers. ed this country’s policy for the last two years. If you Homework assignments that are supposed to Advertising Staff...... Brian Green, Anh Hoai Nguyen don’t like what they’re doing, change it. Vote. Vote take 20 minutes end up taking twice as long. AIM Copy Editors...... Andrew Chase, Lauren Smith the incumbent out of office who takes his position loses its appeal of being able to instantly respond Reporters...... Jacqueline Coffey, Lainey Cullen, for granted and has stopped listening to his constitu- to your friends or family. Raza Naqvi, Matt Patrick ents. Vote for who or what you want—if you like the If InfoSys has done something in the past few Sports Reporters...... Will Bridgeo, Rachel Jolly, incumbent, keep him in office. It’s your choice and weeks, they’ve only worsened the problem, not your move. helped it. If they haven’t, then it could get a whole Ted Thode And don’t say it’s inconvenient. The polls open at lot worse. Columnists...... Lori Haught, Jerome Stenger, 6:30 a.m. and close at 7:30 p.m. That’s 13 hours to do Everyone can agree that the network has pro- Ben Walkuski something that will take probably an hour, max. It’s gressed by leaps and bounds in the past four years. Faculty Adviser...... Jim Niedbalski cheesy, but voting is our civic duty. Where have our The network would sometimes shut down on Fri- priorities gone if we automatically take an hour out day or Saturday and not be restored until some- of our Thursday to watch Grey’s Anatomy, but can’t time Monday, leaving students to scramble to ac- Mission Statement spare the same amount of time to help determine the cess some resources. However, that doesn’t make The Transcript next two years for not only our country, but all those up for the these problems. 106 Phillips Hall To provide our audience with accurate that hang on the whims of our foreign policy? Jason LaMar, director of Information Services, information about news, safety, health, Once we’ve voted, the rest is left to chance—we can’t summed it up perfectly when he said the Internet Ohio Wesleyan University sports, entertainment, politics and cam- determine who’s going to vote and how they vote. But is now a utility. Delaware, OH 43015 pus living regarding the members of the OWU community. we have to trust our system. And no, it hasn’t failed We hope that InfoSys figures out the solution to 740-368-2911 To serve as a check on WCSA, the ad- us in the past; we’ve failed ourselves by not exercising this problem soon. [email protected] ministration, and the Board of Trustees. both our right and duty to get to the polls. So just do To maintain an open forum for the it. Get out and vote. discussion of campus issues. To educate students working on the staff in the procedures of a working newspaper and provide them with jour- Letters to the Editor nalism experience. Social change comes from rallies Line ‘em up Dear Editor, and contemporary social move- I encourage Mr. Haddad, and In last week’s Transcript ar- ments whose products we now everyone, to revisit our country’s by Ben Walkuski ticle “WCSA rejects plea for SLU take for granted, but for which past and appreciate the power of protest trip,” Robert Haddad is thousands of people demonstrat- grassroots undertakings, as it has quoted as saying, “Mission trips do ed and agitated to realize. been evidenced again and again, a service, (whereas) a protest isn’t The most prominent cam- and the voice that such efforts a service to society.” This state- paigns (which immediately come have given to concerns and people ment came as a shock because, as to mind) include the Women’s not heard loudly or immediately a student of history and a member Liberation Movement, the Civil enough in ‘the system’ of politics. of today’s society with an, at least, Rights movement, efforts for farm The use of large group mobiliza- basic knowledge of our country’s workers and immigrant rights, the tion on important issues has been How old would you be fridge, the only thing in there is social past, I know that protests formation of labor unions, mobi- used effectively all over the world, if you didn’t know how applesauce) but I will also pay to and demonstrations have played lization for disabled rights, and and is a powerful alternative to old you were? have my car washed every week a huge role in the development of AIDS activism and awareness. violence… and indifference. and go to a salon just to get a buzz our so-called equal society. I challenge anyone to argue -Satchel Paige cut. I’d like to draw Mr. Haddad’s that unified and persistent actions Sincerely, My language is inappropriate attention, and that of any others by normal people did not play an Amanda Masters (’08), Call the nursing home; tell for most situations; I don’t know who may share his viewpoint, to essential role in each of these cou- House of Peace & Justice, them to make room for one more. how to speak quietly and I swear a number of important historical rageous efforts. Moderator There’d better be a seat for me at in front of small children and cler- the 4:30 dinner, too; I want my gy people regularly. pureed peas, beef broth, and de- The earlier I can be in bed, the caf coffee. Oh, and heads will roll better. Students spend money wisely if there isn’t a recliner with my I prefer to be highly medicated name on it when Wheel of For- than to tolerate real people and Dear Editor, demonstrating the cultural sensi- communities across the globe. In tune and Jeopardy come on. real life. In the article found in last tivity and awareness that makes the same context, a protest rally Why all the old man talk, you I am grumpy when I do get my week’s Transcript, “WCLA rejects us one of the most multi-cultural doesn’t consist of defying the law ask? You see, I turn 22 next week. sleep. plea for SLU protest trip,” Robert and diverse liberal arts colleges in and creating chaos in the hopes of And, according to American cul- I must be tan at all times, Haddad justified providing money the country. spreading a message. Almost all of ture, that makes me one old man. whether this involves going to for mission trips and not for pro- I also think that WCSA and all these rallies are peaceful, produc- At first I brushed all of this off; Florida, taking a cruise, or laying test rallies by stating that, “mis- members of the Ohio Wesleyan tive, and create a strong message after all, twenty-two didn’t seem in a tanning bed. sion trips make Ohio Wesleyan community should be more sensi- which political leaders take notice that old to me. But after some My disrespect for my lungs is look good.” tive to misconceptions about what of. careful reflection, I’ve realized only surpassed by my disrespect I am personally offended that a protest rally actually consists of. I urge WCSA to not only re- that I actually sort of am an old for my liver. money is being selected or de- Many people outside of our Uni- consider their stance of providing man. I go to dinner theatre. And I nied for student projects primar- versity have the very same mis- money based on what generates Here is my life…proof that I enjoy it. ily based on a public relations conceptions about our mission good press, but to do research on am, indeed, like, 90 years old: I weigh myself on the scale that perspective. Furthermore, if good trips which money is allocated this protest rally so they can real- I am grumpy when I don’t get is under my bed peculiarly often. press is what OWU is so con- for. “Mission trips” are generally ize how much good it would create my sleep; I also nap. I carry my medication with me cerned about, the protest and so- associated with extreme religious on a national and global level. I have 17 pairs of glasses yet I wherever I go. cial justice workshop that money overtones and forcing religion on can’t see a thing. I read the newspaper, do the was requested for would have cre- those who are less unfortunate in Sincerely, It takes me for-e-ver to get crossword puzzle, cut out the ated great PR. By demonstrating exchange for essential supplies McCarton Ackerman (‘08) ready in the morning, partially crossword puzzle, and save it so I our commitment to action, aware- which they need to live. Our trips International House Member due to the fact that I often fall can compare it with the solution ness, and involvement on human are far from that and actually asleep in my shower chair. in tomorrow’s paper. rights issues, we would be further provide wonderful services for I drive awkwardly slow, which I have “my programs” on TV can be explained by the fact that and don’t want anything else be- I rarely know where I’m going, cause the rest of it is all crap. Do you have something to say about an article published in The Transcript, or comments about can’t see much at night, and am My teeth are real but I suspect paranoia-central about getting they won’t be for long. campus life? Let your voice be heard! Write a letter to the editor. pulled over by the cops; it also Come Nov. 5, I’ll be the takes me four to seven tries to hunched-over gentleman wear- park adequately into a normal ing the Velcro shoes and carry- Letters must be typed, signed and include a telephone number for verification purposes. (non-parallel) parking space. ing a cane—with which you will They must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday.Please try and limit letters to 300 words. Let- I am cheap yet ridiculously probably see me hitting kittens extravagant; I will reuse a plastic and puppies. Wish me a happy ters may be edited by The Transcript for length, but not content. Send letters to: Phillips spoon three or four times to eat birthday, why don’t you; it might Hall 106 or via email at: [email protected]. my applesauce (yes, check my be my last. Page 8 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 9 Opinion A time to cry, a time to smile Agencies bring sorrow and joy find help for their children. J o u r n a l - ists have such power, espe- cially in a place like New York. We control what informa- tion the public gets or doesn’t get. We can keep a dying issue alive, or we can kill a career. So while Graphic by Meghan Hensley weeks dwindle I am working on two stories by and the (c) 2006 King Features Synd., Inc. and both have made me cry. novelty of New York wears off, I One is dealing with an accident still find that I’m enthralled by my that took the life of a 24-year-old job. man, who by all accounts had My mind is getting used to be- My extraordinary resume the world in front of him and an ing in twelve places at once, and My first job came at age 15 working at Shroyer’s ter three months. amazing support group of friends my body has become accustomed Plant Nursery next door to my house. I was paid At the age of 17, my buddy and I decided to apply and family behind him. That sup- to the constant bombardment of $4.25 an hour, in cash, with no taxes since it was of at Pier One Imports, with the idea that we would meet port network is searching for an- advertisements. I’m doing well on agricultural purpose. Most of it consisted of water- a lot of girls, because we knew girls liked to shop, and swers in his hit-and-run accident. money, and I’m slowly overcom- ing every plant in the facility—13 greenhouses and there were things at Pier One to buy. The police are doing nothing to ing my fear of birds. Life is good the open-air section out front. Soon after employment, we realized that unless help them. It makes me want to in New York. When I wasn’t watering, I was walking around we were turned on by materialistic, condescending, cry from sadness. Although, I’m pretty sure I’m the open-air section tending to plants and custom- forty-something housewives with nothing better to do The other is dealing with an going to walk out in front of cars ers in any way I could. I would field questions like, than find matching wine rings for their Thanksgiving agency called New York Found- in Ohio and die when I get back. “How much sun does this one take?” or “How of- dinner table runner, we were in the wrong place. ling, which takes in abused chil- Meghan said I’ll have to walk with ten should I water this?” The mental scars I suf- dren and works with families to her everywhere, but I vaguely re- Knowing that all plants fered during this period prevent child abuse as well. I call me stopping her from walking probably needed at least still show to this day. I still visited there today and the kids into oncoming traffic before, too. an average amount of sun Jerome in breakdown and cry when I are so amazing, cute and wonder- I can’t wait to come back. I and water, I would usually see an ottoman. My buddy ful and their stories are so sad, have never felt so at home and answer, “A good amount.” and I would pass the times but the agency is so amazing that safe in any other place in the world People were generally your home planning the perfect robbery it makes me want to cry tears of – which is strange, considering receptive to this response. of Pier One and playing hide joy. that people are shot, stabbed, and I was not asked back the by Jerome Stenger and seek after closing time I hope with all my heart that robbed everyday and planes crash following summer. when the manager was in the power of my pen can help one into buildings and cause panic My second job came the back going through the family find closure or another to throughout the city. at age 16 with LaRosa’s, a transaction papers. Once, I popular pizza chain in Cincinnati. My official posi- hid in an entertainment center. The store eventually tion was cook, but sauce bitch would have worked went through a managerial change and we needed a as well. scenery change. Goodbye Pier One. I was the guy in the chain who grabbed the pre- My fourth job, which I worked every summer in Cheers Jeers made crust from the fridge and spread the sauce college, was at Glenview Golf Course in the mainte- around with it, then sent it on down the line. nance and grounds department. Highlights from this Elections: Ann Coulter: On one particular exciting night, completely zom- job include turning water sprinklers on fellow workers It’s the one time when indi- You are a political analyst, bied-out from a day of sauce spreading, I allowed a and golfers, riding around dirt paths in club cars all viduals have the biggest impact you should know where you’re small amount of slobber to fall from my mouth onto day, getting hit in the back with a golf ball on my last on politics supposed to vote. the dough. No one had noticed so I swiftly spread day of work and saving the life of an ignorant rookie the sauce over the slobber and continued on. worker named Chaz by helping to push a large piece St. Louis Cardinals: Network Interruptions: At the end of the night, I was the one to mop the of machinery off him after he had flipped it over. Congratulations on your first While often not a huge prob- floor. I remember my Mom waiting by the counter And now, I await graduation, unsure of my future World Series win since 1982, lem, they can be very irritating. and proving that the NL is not for me to finish and my boss saying to her, “He’s a in the work force, but at the same time, not too wor- really good mopper.” I was fired from LaRosa’s af- ried. an inferior league. People who don’t vote: Probably the same people The Internet: who complain at McDonalds A recent report found that when their burger isn’t medi- there are now 100 million web- um rare. Recycle The sites. Transcript

Letter to the Editor Jerome was onto something Editor’s Note: The follow- of my campus, I felt that I needed As the Queen of Ohio Wesley- ing letter is a humorous re- to respond to your inappropriate an University it is both my duty sponse, written by Marie Ry- mud raking and propaganda cam- and prerogative to censure you mut, to last week’s Jerome in paign which I refuse to allow to officially. As this is a private insti- Your Home column in which continue. tution, “free speech,” as you and Jerome Stenger humorously Though, Mr. Stenger, you do your people refer to it as, is not a charged her with rigging the speak the truth and I have finally right. (c) 2006 King Features Synd., Inc. Homecoming Queen elec- gotten what I wanted. Since fresh- I am Ohio Wesleyan and Mr. tion. men year, I have been plotting of Stenger, you are under my juris- Dear Editor, ways to finally get that sliver tiara. diction. If you continue this fool- Naturally, I felt that by dedicating ish smear campaign you will find I am writing in regards to last my life to student government I official sanctions placed upon you week’s column by my beloved and would be able to shake hands and and your column, if that rag can valued constitute Jerome “in your kiss babies up to the top. even be labeled as such. home” Stenger. I was then able to successfully I would think carefully before Sir, I am most offended by disband President’s Club and cre- you embark on your next unholy your recent allegations regarding ate my own Selfish Homecoming quest, as I forbid it as you better the most successful Homecoming Organization to nominate and and superior. As for your band, celebration that dear sweet Ohio elect myself Homecoming Queen. do not expect a check in the mail. Wesleyan has ever known, natu- After my life goal had been Good day sir. (c) 2006 King Features Synd., Inc. rally thanks to me. As the most accomplished, I was going to drop exalted and glorious Homecom- out of WCSA and school altogeth- Sincerely, ing Queen, that’s me, as well as er, however, you, Mr. Stenger, Marie Rymut (‘07) the leading student representative have waged a battle. Page 10 The Transcript Thursday, November 2, 2006 Thursday, November 2, 2006 The Transcript Page 11 Entrepreneurs join Ski club returns in time for winter OWU club community By Matt Patrick boarding. By Jacqueline Coffey Boos, professor of management significant potential.” “I love to ski and I thought it Staff Reporter was a shame our school didn’t Staff Reporter and director of the Woltemede The entrepreneurship club has Center, is its advisor. set these goals: The ski club returns to OWU have a ski club,” said Thong- There has been a recent addi- The club, which met Tuesday, •Build an entrepreneurial sup- this winter and plans to provide sawath. “We just selected our of- tion to Ohio Wesleyan’s student already has over 20 members and port network among OWU stu- transportation and financial aid ficers and are currently working clubs and organizations this se- organizers hope to double that dents by developing a resource for students at Mad River Moun- out plans for the ski season.” mester: The Entrepreneurship number by the next meeting. for business connections, creative tain. Thongsawath said there has Club. Pouliot said it’s important to ideas, real-world knowledge and Freshman Jeffrey Thong- been a great response for the club Senior Chad Pouliot, eco- emphasize that the entrepreneur- networking experience; sawath, ski club president, fund- so far. nomics major and president of ship club is not just for economics •Foster leadership and practi- ing will cover some or even all of “We have 34 people interested the entrepreneurship club, said majors. cal business skills among OWU the season pass/rental equipment in our club,” said Thongsawath. he wanted to start a club that “This club is open to any stu- students; costs. “I wasn’t expecting that much, would give students the oppor- dent from any major on campus,” •Organize talks and lectures “We are hoping WCSA will ap- because the advisor from a couple tunity to develop the necessary he said, “In particular those stu- with some of the most success- prove our budget and help with years ago said the OWU student tools needed to build a solid dents who share similar entrepre- ful business leaders, through col- the rental price of equipment and body didn’t have much interest in foundation and understanding of neurial mind sets can collaborate laboration with the Woltemade lessons,” Thongsawath said. skiing. how to create and run a business and come up with creative busi- Center, the Alumni Board, and Thongsawath said OWU vans For students wanting to par- successfully. ness ventures and learn how to corporate participants; will not be used for transporta- ticipate, a season pass will cost “Our mission as an organiza- put their ideas into motion.” •Promote networking between tion. $249.00, ski rental with a pass tion is to create an energetic and Pouliot said the entrepreneur- individual members who can col- “Driving conditions in snowy will cost $338.00. Students want- vibrant group of future entre- ship club will provide OWU stu- laborate and exchange ideas. weather aren’t very safe,” said ing equipment and lessons it will preneurs that will work together dents both with the information “One of the most rewarding Thongsawath. “We want to char- cost $388.00. Thongsawath said to formulate business ideas, and and contacts necessary to make things in life is to successfully cre- ter buses each week, however, we these prices are expected to de- learn more about what it takes to their entrepreneurial visions a re- ate and run your own business,” are not sure if funding will allow crease. start your own business,” Pouliot ality. Pouliot said. “We will give you the it.” Senior Garret Shipley said he said. “We will not only discuss “We hope to organize visits necessary foundation to live up to The Ski Club’s home resort to Mad River frequently. our ideas and aspirations, but to trade shows and expos in the those aspirations. is Mad River Mountain. Thong- “I used to go snowboarding rather put them into motion by upcoming months,” Pouliot said. For anyone interested in join- sawath said he is in the early stag- about every three days last year,” acquiring the necessary resources “We also will organize training ing the club or learning more es of planning a bigger trip out of said Shipley. “The park is a lot and tools.” courses, workshops, and business about it, there will be another state, or to Canada. better than the actual mountain Senior Farrukh Mushtag is the proposal competitions; acknowl- meeting noon on Tuesday, Nov.. “Our best choice is Mad River though. If you haven’t skied be- club’s vice president and John D. edging entrepreneurs who show 14 in Corns 202. Mountain,” said Thongsawath. fore and want to learn it’s a good “We definitely don’t have moun- place.” tains like Colorado, Utah, or any Shipley said they always have place in Europe but Mad River is snow but it’s pretty cold in the only 40 miles away. winter. Sophomore Stephen Menzies “They make snow the whole Get Out to Vote said the snow at Mad River is time,” said Shipley. “They also pretty good. have a half pipe, however it wasn’t Tuesday, Nov. 7 “It’s a small mountain but they open last year.” have good snow, bundles of snow Shipley said the mountain is bunnies, and I love to go out on a usually empty during the day and Sunday and hit some rails,” said busiest at night because they have Menzies. “They also have a bar.” night skiing. Thongsawath said he thinks For more information on the Read the Transcript everyone should have the chance Ski Club e-mail Jeffrey Thong- to experience skiing and snow- sawath at [email protected].

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As soon as the game started it ished 12th among individu- was clear it would be a tough de- als with a time of 27:59 on an fensive battle. Early in the fi rst 8000 meter course. half neither team could gain an advantage. Kempton along with senior At the 10 minute mark, senior Will Crabtree, junior Pete Ma- Craig Neal had an open shot at the cleod, and sophomore David top of the box but his shot sailed Stefanik received All-NCAC wide. A minute later, Allegheny tried honors as well. to clear the ball, but it was recov- On the women’s side, the ered by junior Nick Skoczen who Bishops finished 3 of 9 at the took an open shot but the ball Photo by Ryan Kim NCAC Championship. went straight to the Allegheny Senior Craig Neal heads the ball at the Allegheny goal as teammates Jeff Sullivan and goalie. Sophomore Catie Coleman- At the 32 minute mark, the Tim Kelly look on. Allegheny handed the Bishops their first loss of the season last night Gators had their chance to score at the NCAC semifinal game, losing in penalty kicks 4-3. had the fourth best individual when junior Andrew Stutzman able to score, so penalty kicks Chris Fedele both made their “You aren’t going to lose any time with 25:02 on the 6000 was fouled and they were awarded were needed to decide the game. shots as did Neal and Skoczen for games if you don’t give up any meter course. an indirect kick within striking Allegheny was fi rst to shoot. OWU. goals, but you aren’t going to win distance of OWU’s net. But the Junior Jeremy Garbutt shot the In the fi nal round, Stutzman any games either [if you don’t Coleman, sophomores Leah kick went into the OWU wall. ball into the left corner of the net, fi red his shots into the right cor- score].” Martin said. Schmelzer and Laura Binkley In the second half, neither just out of the reach of Dague. ner of the net, giving Allegheny Martin said he does not think ,and freshman Sarah Shinn the lead. Kelly was the fi fth and the team will receive a NCAA team was able to create solid scor- Senior Nick Markovich ham- received All-NCAC honors ing chances, with both sides play- mered his shot straight into the fi nal shooter for the Bishops. He tournament at large bid because ing solid defense. net for the Bishops. fi red a shot into the corner but of the loss last night. In the last minute of the half, In the second round, Allegh- Larkin was able to make a diving While Martin does not think the Bishops were able to create eny junior Eric Sloan had his shot save to secure the win for the Ga- the team will make the NCAA tour- Football the only real scoring chance of denied by Dague. The Bishop cel- tors. nament, Neal is confi dent that the the half when senior Tim Kelly ebration was brief as senior Bran- Coach Jay Martin said he Bishops will get an at-large bid to After winning their last two crossed a ball to sophomore Dan don Bianco’s shot was stopped by thought the team played well the NCAA tournament. games, the footballPhoto by team Ryan lostKim The team will fi nd out if they Bryan whose shot was blocked by Allegheny keeper Ryan Larkin but could not fi nd a way to score, to Allegheny Saturday 30-15. the Gator defense. The next two rounds Gator ju- something they have struggled received a bid when the teams are In overtime neither team was nior Bob Del Gresco and senior with all season. announced Sunday The Bishops last game of Women’s Soccer the season is this Saturday against Hiram at 1 p.m. at Sel- by Field Season ends with bittersweet victory Women’s Soccer By Adam Guy games, with a record of 3-3-4. sistent play. Junior Megan Smith said Staff Reporter Big losses to Wooster and Den- “We struggled in the middle that Coach Bob Barnes was still ison had the team on its heels, but part of the season, we just couldn’t pleased with how the team played Swimming The women’s soccer team was the Bishops rebounded, winning 3 score goals for while.” strong at the end of the season back on track. Their defense was of their last 4 and scoring 9 goals. Ellis also said it was a strange even though they didn’t advance. The men’s swim team lost stingy and their offense was fi nal- But the 3-1 loss to Wittenberg year for women’s soccer in the “Bob [Barnes] told us he was to Denison 80-142. Sopho- ly clicking. But then Kenyon beat on Oct. 24 hurt the Bishops in the NCAC, with sleeper teams upset- proud that we came out on top Earlham 1-0, and their season was conference standings. ting some traditional conference at the end of the season and was more Brian Fahey, and fresh- over. They were put into a situation powers. happy that we never gave up the men Kevin Fahey and David That was the story for the Bish- last weekend where they had to “Kenyon won the confer- whole year.” Gatz all won individual events ops this season, a season that as beat Oberlin and Kenyon would ence, but we beat Kenyon, and Ellis said the highlight of the for the Bishops senior Maggie Ellis puts it, “Could have to lose to Earlham. the loss to Wittenberg dropped year for her was when they defeat- By Will Bridgeo have gone either way.” The Bishops did their part, us from fi fth to fi rst [because of ed Allegheny 5-0 on Oct. 24. StaffThe Reporter women’s swim team In the beginning of the season, beating Oberlin 1-0, but Kenyon the outcomes of other conference “That was probably the best lost to Denison 91-128. Junior the team looked strong, winning was able to edge past Earlham. games],” she said. part of the season, because we Katherine Donnan won the 1 four of their fi rst fi ve games and Kenyon’s victory pushed the “There were a lot of upsets this were all on the same page and and 3 meter diving events. scoring a staggering 14 goals. Bishops to fi fth place in the NCAC, year too. There were some teams fi nally scoring goals and we just But then the middle of the sea- eliminating the Bishops from winning games that they usually crushed Allegheny.” son found the Bishops struggling NCAC tournament contention. don’t, so the season really could The Bishops fi nished the sea- to fi nd the back of the net. They Ellis said one of the biggest have gone either way,” Ellis add- son with a 9-5-4 record and were scored only 7 goals in the next 10 problems of the season was incon- ed. 5-3-0 in conference play. Field Hockey Football The field hockey team lost “W” athletes its last game of the season to Captains refl ect on last game Denison 2-0. thinks camp is horrible.” of the week By Rachel Jolly “There’s really nobody I dislike The Bishops finished 4-10 Senior Kyle Sherman said the on the team,” Schwed said. “There Sophomore Laura Binkley and Staff Reporter one thing he won’t miss is the are around 100 guys on the team. junior Pete Macleod were named on the season and were 3-9 in It’s the last time they will enter losses. Think about the chances of that, “W” Association Athletes of the conference play. Selby Stadium in a Bishops uni- “I think we underachieved this it’s not likely.” Week for their performances on form, and the senior captains of year,” Sherman said. All four captains said the the cross country teams. the football team shared mixed Although this season wasn’t friends they made on the team At the NCAC championship emotions. an ideal year to exit on in terms were one of the best parts about meet Saturday, Binkley earned “Probably the second the clock of wins, the captains said the playing at Ohio Wesleyan. All-NCAC honorable mention for Calendar hits 0 it’ll be pretty sad,” said se- times the team had together were “Some of the guys I’ve met her individual time of 26:03 for nior Nick Rice. great. through the team I’m going to be the 6000 meter course. Their fi nal game is Saturday “As bad as it was, I still had a friends with for life” Case said. Binkley placed 16th among in- Friday: against Hiram, and Rice said the blast,” Rice said. Schwed said the coaches he had dividuals and helped the women’s squad planned a special goodbye Senior Owen Case said the rea- at OWU will be a favorite memory cross country team to a third place Volleyball NCAC semifinal for the seniors. son behind the half-full outlook of his and that the coaching he got fi nish overall, the best showing for at Wittenberg at 5:30 p.m. “If we’re winning, on the last on the season has a lot to do with here has infl uenced him on how the women since 1990. Men and Women’s swim- play the quarterback is going to the teams’ work ethic. he would like to coach one day. On the men’s side, Macleod take a knee and all 11 seniors are “It would’ve been easy to give “I’m going to be a better coach, also received honorable mention ming at Wittenberg at 6 p.m. going to take the fi eld,” Rice said. up halfway through the season,” like how I was coached here, be- All-NCAC for his performance at Saturday: Senior Dominic Schwed said Case said. “Especially for under- cause of what my coaches taught the championship. He fi nished the idea of his senior season being classmen because they have many me,” Schwed said. 17th among individuals with a Football vs. Hiram at 1 p.m. over is “crazy”, but he also said more seasons; but everybody kept Sherman said his experiences time of 28:16 on the 8000 meter at Selby Field there are some things he won’t working really hard.” with OWU football have changed course. Men and women’s swim- miss about football. Schwed said another highlight his life. The men’s team fi nished sec- ming vs. Oberlin at 1 p.m. at “[Summer] Camp is horrible,” of the year was the friendships he “Football has made me a stron- ond overall, their best showing in Schwed said. “And everyone made with all of his teammates. ger person,” Sherman said. 23 years of NCAC competition. the Pfeiffer Natatorium