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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License. This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the University Publications at ScholarWorks@BGSU. It has been accepted for inclusion in BG News (Student Newspaper) by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks@BGSU. ESTABLISHED 1920 A daily independent student press serving THE BG NEWS the campus and surrounding community Wednesday October 25.20Q6 Volume 101. Issue 46 WWWBGNEWS.COM Poor sportsmanship not tolerated Growing to live, learn with boys isn't always easy University urging students, fans of hockey games to keep their cool Private colleges By Nathan Robion announcements at every game ous location throughout the Ice sportsmanship in mind." es, the players, the arena staff adjust to new coed Reporter in an attempt to raise awareness Arena, especially in the Student "Sportsmanship is at the and the fans." campuses with a about the zero tolerance policy. section, FJsasser said, Ihcsc Signs Forefront of NCAA athletics," Another team BG recent- After isolated incidences last Jim FJsasser. assistant director represent the policy thai was cre- firm hand and new I Is.isser said. ly played in hockey was the year resulted in students being of the athletic department, said ated by the Athletic department Vnii Stenlund, the coach fix University of Connecticut. furniture | Page 3 kicked out of hockey games, the in the past the policy was never he said. the University oi Windsor hockey "It was early in the year when we University decided to enforce enforced, but incidents last year "Bowlingt Irmi stale Uniursiivs team, recently played an exhibi- played there," said Bruce Marshall, their zero tolerance policy for bad Stemming from profanity and hockey fans are die best in the Students still look tion game earlier this month their hockey team's coach. "The snonsmaaship. obscene gestures directed at play- ( I 11Vlhcsignsiead. Itswithour against the Falcons fans were excited and supporting to the Web for The athletic department went ers, visiting fans and officials forced help that creates an unbelievable The Cans were nothing but their team. I never fell like they term papers before the use;, sent letters to the University to lake action atmosphere fix our home hockej gracious," Stenlund said. 'We the editor and began making Signs haw been posted In vari- games. We ask (hat you cheer with were well received by the coach- See HOCKEY | Page 2 Price of pre-written papers as high as the cost of being caught plagiarizing someone College tuition else's work | Page I has lowest

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the MAC; other By Justin Papa hopes to rise The Associated Press ! The women's It's what passes for good news right I basketball team has now for students and parents: This S high hopes for this \ ear, the price of college went up [ season and were only somewhat faster than the cost of everything else. I picked to finish first Tuition and fees at public four- this season. However. year public colleges this fall rose the men's basketball $344, or fi..'l percent, to an average of $5,836. according to the College team looks to Hoard's annual "Trends in College improve | Page 7 Pricing" report, released yesterday Accounting for inflation, the increase was just 2.4 percent, die lowest in six years. But published prices arc up 35 percent over the last five years — the largest such increase since the College Board began keep- ing data in the 1970s. And even though most students don't pay thai full lisi price, financial aid isn't keeping up. "When public companies face budget shortfalls, they search for ways to become more effi- cient, and to cui their costs." said lames Boyle, president of the group College Parents Male dating ot America. "For colleges and dilemmas solved universities to continue lo hold I the public trust, they must also jj A columnist's witty look for ways to hold down their costs, and not simply continue guide to dating do's to raise the price they charge to anddonot's for all students and their families." eligible bachelors in Accounting for grant aid—from the government and other sources the area | Page 5 — die actual cost for the typical student is substantial) lower than die sticker price: about S2.700 in Students afraid 2006-07. But that's 8 percent high- to voice political er than last year. At private four-year colleges, opinions published tuition and tees rose 5.9 percent to an average of S22.218. Many students aren't Accounting for financial aid, their registered to vote in net price is S13.200. the upcoming election Public two-year colleges, which educate nearly half of American | Page 4 college students, had die best showing There, nation and fees Looking at new rose just 4.1 percent to S2.272. ways to find Price reductions in California, home to mote than a fifth of die parking spaces nation's two-year public college Parking doesn t have students, checked die average increase nationally. to be a problem as Community colleges remain long as you know a tremendous bargain relative where and when to to other schools, Accounting for park | Page 4 financial aid, die College Board estimates their average net cost Are you registered to actually declined this vear, and is vote? less than Slot). At the four-year state school level, the price increases baffle

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NATALIA RAMOS Sophomore. Journalism "Yes, because I'm in Unknown Palestinians release USGandl'man Timing of Foley case bad for GOP at-large senator." photographer after kidnapping |Pag«4 By Andraw Taylor to former pages, when leaders committee rule) require. The Associated Press were told and what was done Hasten said afterward that he By Karin Laub Emilio in response. Hasten and some had told the committee "that The Associated Press Morenatti WASHINGTON — House- other Republicans have suggest- they needed to move quickly lo & AP photographer Speaker Dennis Hasten urged ed revelations about the mes- get to the bottom of this issue, GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — An ethics investigators to work sages were timed to hurt the including who knew about the TODAY Associated Press photographer released unharmed quickly to unravel the congres- GOP in next month's elections. sexually explicit messages and I Partly Cloudy was (reed unharmed yesterday after abduction sional pages scandal yesterday, Yesterdays appearances by when they knew about it." High: 52, Low: 33 after a harrowing day in the hands testifying before them just after Hasten, R-ill.. and House GOP Hasten has said he first of Palestinians who abducted him 0 a GOP lawmaker whose recol- campaign chair Tom Reynolds, learned of Foley s inappropriate f* '' II at gunpoint and dressed him in Palestinian President Mahmoutl lections differ from his. R-N.Y., could signal that the e-mails to a former Louisiana women's clothes to spirit him from Abbas by Fatah officials It was not The investigation is focusing four-member ethics committee page — and sexually explicit e- one secret location to another. clear who kidnapped him. though on which House leaders were is Hearing the end of its testimo- mails to another page — just TOMORROW Iinilii) Morenarti was brought told about Sexually explicit mes- ny — taking phase. Both men PM Showers before midnight to the office of See FREED | Page 2 sages sent by Rep. Mark Holey testified Ixhind closed doors as Set FOLEY | Page 2 i High: 51, Low 40 k VISIT BGNEWS.COM: NEWS. SPORTS, UPDATES. MULTIMEDIA AND FORUMS FOR YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE 2 Wednesday. October 25.2006 WWWBGNEWSCOM BLOTTER F0LEY MONDAY Discrimination with Katrina victims still strong From Page 1 5 a.m. lent called By Rukmini Callimachi power. Dennis to repott a group of men from The Associated Press "The blacks didn't com- Hastert ■ ■ plain cause they got tired," House speaker I stole two cell phones NEW ORLEANS - The Littles said Doretha Kitchens, 58, who and the Kitchens watched help- recalls numerous phone calls urges speed in 8:04 a.m. lessh as Hurricane Katrina bat- to her insurer that often ended Foley case South Main with her being put on hold. "dalized tered their homes, Both families watted patiently for an insurance Ultimately, she accepted her lasi month as the matter dam- adjuster In settle their losses. And Insurer's offer of about $34,000 ■ ■■ became public and the Florida uld be up to $400. both were sordj disappointed for damages that actually total Republican resigned. 1:42 a.m. with the outcome, more than $120,000. I Jorth rhen, their paths diverged. I he insurance industry and Bui Hastens appearance I Tshop. Both Richard and Cindy Little, a stale regulators say they made followed thai of Reynolds, • *he budding <■•.■ white couple living in a predomi- special efforts — even in the who has said he learned of loiiv's Inappropriate e-mails ■ nantly white neighborhood, filed midst of Katrina's chaos — to 4:04 p.m. ,i complaint With the Louisiana reach out to poor and minority to the Louisiana teen last lain Street resident Department of Insurance. neighborhoods to inform them spring and discussed die mai- ler with Hastert. ■ Eventually, they won full reim- of options phone bursement for their repairs. But their ad appeals on local I taster! has said he didn't 9:45 p.m. Doretha and Roy Kitchens, i adit i did little to inform the thou- recall thai conversation, He South Gi a black couple living in New sands of mostly black residents has also assured conserva- ■ Orleans' overwhelmingly black who were displaced to Houston. tive aclivisi Paul Weyrich that .-■ nt to I owe! Ninth Ward, simply gave And giving a toll free number for Majority Leader lolin Boehner up and took what their Insure! help didn't help poor minorities was wrong when Boehner •ne woman for tele- gave them. They didn't know who slaved behind will] no tele said he and I fasten discussed ent. Both parties they could appeal to t he slate. phone or cell service. Officials i ofay's problems last spring, ■ acknowledge victims slipped Hastert said he answered ■■ . Though poor and minor- Investigators' questions "to 10 p.m. ity neighborhoods suffered the through the cracks, brunt of Katrine's fury, residents " I he message doesn't gel lo the best of my ability." ■ ' I heli ilev scandal continues eved living in while neighborhoods everyone," Louisiana Insurance have been three times as likely ( oininissiuiicr liin Donelon said, in weigh on COP poll numbers .Hen police as homeowners in black neigh- More than a year after the epic just two weeks before mid- borhoods to seek state help in hurricane laid waste to much of term elections dial could cost

■ resolving Insurance disputes, the Gulf Coast, frustration and the Republicans control of "igot- according to an Associated Press anger still simmer. t (ingress. The eihics commit-

■ computer analysis, More than 700.000 insurance tees top Democrat, Howard Trie analysis of Louisiana's claims were filed for damage Herman of (ialifornia, would ■ insurance complaints settled in resulting from Katrina in Cull not say in a brief exchange the first year after Katrina high- t oast states and to date, only whether the panel would TUESDAY lights a cold, hard truth exposed S14.9 billion out of $253 billion release any findings before 1:26 am by Katrine's winds and waters: in insured losses have been paid, LMOTERO APWO;O Election Day. ■ n into People of color and modest the national risk modeling firm FILED AWAY: Oneka Hamp works on'a complaint against an insurance company at the What has emerged to date

■ means, who often need the most ISO estimates. State of Louisiana Department of Insurance in Baton Rouge. La. Thursday. Aug 51 More isa pattern in which incidents Police help after a major disaster, arc In Louisiana, more than 8,000 than '00.000 insurance claims were filed for damage resulting from Katrina and to date, only involving Poley's inappro- ■ disconnected from the govern- residents have filed Katrina- $14.9 billion oul of $25 3 billion in insured losses have been paid, the national risk modeling priate behavior With former ■ ment institutions that can pro- related complaints with the state firm ISO estimates In Louisiana, more than 8.000 residents have tiled Katrinarelated com- pages have been handled by a ■ vide it, or distrustful of those in insurance office plaints with the state insurance office. few stall aides and lawmakers. rather than Ixing referred to the ethics committee or the 15. ilauheit said that he thinks delinquency has never been a lull membership oi the bipar- "Hockey is the one it's a good thing that 2»Play concern of 2»Piays. tisan board overseeing the HOCKEY GAMES is here. Whenever he comes "One lliing we've been luckv page program. From Page 1 sport where students From Page 1 in. he said, there are always about," he said. Cullison said The ethics panel has heard plenty of people. that, while there have been from mosi of the key wit- shouldn't he cheering like that can interact closely in particular. "Saturdays, [there are] ai least sonic problems behind and in nesses except I oley himself. at all." livery so often, he said, there 20 people here ai a time. Less front of 2»Play and ils neigh Since he resigned In disgrace, Elsassei attributes the good with the players." is a group of three grandpas during the school week, prob- bors. there have never been any the eihics committee no lon- behavior to the proactive stance who will come iii ami buy all ably because of homework and inside the stoic Even the City ger has jurisdiction. Hie FBI dial is being taken to deal with the latest games and software stuff," he said. Police didn'l have a had word to has npciied an inquiry but bad sportsmanship. Students dences are likely to occur. for the popular XBox game I lalo. Despite what I laubcn said, if say about 2»Play it's noi evident that Foley who are witnessed violating 'When foul language was The men are former soldiers, you go into 2»Play on a week- Ils incredibly lucky that there broke am laws. the policy will be removed from directed at the players or the Cullison said. day around I to 4:15 p.m.. you'll is a place like 2»Play out there. There is a separate ques- i lie game and will be referred officials ii was just a mat- 2'»Play is most busy after see a large crowd of early high Somewhere thai a young BtU- tion as to when Hastens in Student Discipline Program, ter of identifying who said it the school day lets out. William school students, laughing and dent can go lo spend lime with- top aides first learned about Elasset said, and escorting them oul of the Moffet, 2:1, is ,1 long-standing having a good time with friends out spendingalot of money, and i oicv's behavior toward pages. "Hockey is the one sport arena," he said. patron of 2»Play, saying that he It's been established that is sale. Even though 2»Pla) is.i An account issued by the where students can inter- But so far ihis season there always frequents it whenever he 2»Plav is a grind place lor kids relatively voting siore, Cullison speaker's offk edesi lilies hrivv act closely with the players," have been no incidents. uuiies to BowlingCreen. to go after school. So wouldn't is sure that they will around for "over friendly" e-mails to the I Isasser said. And it's when "We an' trying to create a fam- "Ill's] a place to kill some good there be problems when deal- a long time to come, Louisiana page were handled students get close the players ily environment and a friend!) lime" Model said. Another fre- ing with this many youths? "Were uoi going anywhere," last fall. Other alleged inci- that unsportsmanlike inci- environment,'' Elsasser said. quent customer is Ben I laubert. According to Cullison, juvenile he said. dents have since surfaced.

debt levels ate siill manageable by not recmiling the best faculty." she said, but some students are said lames Moeser, chancellor of "It is crucial, however, that journalists such TUITION in over their heads. the l Iniversity of North Carolina- FREED From Page 1 In 2005-06, mine students Chapel Hill, which has recently From Page 1 as Emilio be able to freely report the news received Pell Grants — the gov- Significantly expanded access for many students and parents ernment's main aid program for low-income students. officials said he was taken by in areas of conflict. We will be investigating because stale finances are fairly low-Income students—than the But. he added: "low luilion criminals. The government healthy. Spending by slates on year before, but total funding and with low quality is no bargain." and main Palestinian groups what happened to assure that he and others higher education has increased the average award per student In such a world lew-income denounced the abduction. nearly 10 percent over the lasl declined. IMI Grants now cover students would scrape by to Morenarti. 37 years old , looked can continue their important work." two years, or by about S6 billion. just :!3 percent of four-year public subsidize "the children of hank fatigued after his day long ordeal Bui the extra funds have mealy college tuition. presidents." The better answer. bill said he was unharmed. Tom [ ited Press slowed luilion increases, not The luilion and fee figures lie said, is prices dial reflect true "I'm liretl bin happy to have stopped them. also don't include living crisis costs and financial aid for those come back because there were Tlie photographer said he was Palestinian and Spanish officials. Spending from all sources on I Picturing in room and board, the who need it very anguished moments," held in complete darkness lm Ii Is crucial, however, that jour- Student aid rose 3.7 percent lasi average price of four-year public But a national commission said Moienalti. hours, in the second house where nalisls such as hmilio be able lo veai lo S134.H billion. Over die colleges is S 12,796. At private col- on higher education, while I le said the kidnappers held he was held. Moienalti said he freehl report the news in areas of lasi decade it has nearly doubled, leges, the price is $30,367. calling for more government him in a small room, where he heard the sounds oi a family He conflict We will IK' investigating even accounting for inflation. Bui Colleges defend the increases funding, also said colleges was kepi for about four hours said he was given one meal of what happened to assure that on a per-stndenl basis, grant aid by pointing to growing enroll. deserve some blame for rising during which he was visited by cheese and lunch meal early in he and others can continue their is only inching upward. Students 'meni demands, and saying prices. Ils report finalized last masked men. Later he was put the day and a portion offruii later. Important work," Curley said are borrowing die rest, often from teaching and research areni • month, noted colleges have few in a car dressed as a woman and Moa'iiallidid not know his cap- Morcnaili's family in Spain private lenders. like oilier businesses, where the Incentives lo lower spending taken 10 another location. IOIS. Palestinian Prime Minister rejoiced at news of his release. I he irend hardly existed 20 main costs can often he reduced because doing so lowers their "They put a bag on my head and Ismail I laniyehs office said in a "We were all sitting around years ago. but now "about 20 per- through greater efficiency with- prestige. Il also says they are they dressed me up as a woman, statement dial the identity of the together and when vvc heard cent of the loans students are get- out harming quality. using much of their revenue on as a woman in a long veil," die kidnappers was known and they tin- news we veiled with jov and ling, they're gelling from banks," "I could cut crisis immediately dubious student services like photographer added. "would be pursued." then we opened a bottle of rioja said College Board senior policy by just having everybody in a "state-of-the-art fitness centers Morenarti said he was blind- Tom Cm Icy, Al's president and (wine) to celebrate," Miguel Angel analyst Sandy Baum. Average larger class. 1 could also cut costs and dormitories." folded for much of the time, and chief executive officer, said. "Ihe .Morcnatli. a brother of the pho- that his captors spoke only Arabic, Associated Press is relieved thai tographer, told the AK which he doesn't speak. imiiiii has been released, appar- "I managed lo talk with Kmilio "1 didn'l know ai any moment ently unharmed. The security of for about 15 seconds and he told The BO News has 1 spring opening for a qualified what they were doing," he said. our journalists is always our top me thai he was well both physi- student to work in part-time selling "They moved me bul nobody concern. We appreciate die assis- cally and menially. The most [' explained anything to me. It was tance offered by so many people imporiani tiling is that he is safe very confusing" in obtaining his release, especially and free."

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It's intagible, but it's here, DePaul University juniorwho lied I ye's request. Cone (2 scoops) $2 25 told RedEye, an edition of the I lewas not impressed. Falcon's Nest h was the son of thing the and it's wonderful." Chicago Tribune, be paid $80 Onlv one ol the papers — Sisters of St. Joseph never had lor a custom 12-page papei from customresearchpapers. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. to worry about before Chestnut on ancient Israel the fall us — addressed the topic, World Series Day * Hill College went coed In2003: semestei of his sophomore bill it was sn poorly written Kreischer SunDial excessive student gyration. church tomorrow.'' rooms and dorms, particularly year. He ordered it Horn a that Kaminski said bed give nn weekends. Lunch & Dinner Specials Hot Dogs. Brats. The way students tell it, the Thai decision, made in Well site lour dins before il II a ii and then onK il he gyrators— members of a newly February, is just one way In "It 'stheenergy. 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Some were deeply Some of the changes are nationwide to have made the was due. I [e looked it over, student the dreaded "Come offended, and the all-female merel) structural: highei food coed jump since the 1960s, deemed it t Ik and handed see me.' Explore the different disciplinary ways squad was disbanded. bills for the cafeteria, mul "stur- when women's colleges were .11 il in as is Vlding to the insult, one of knowing the natural world with Jean "Everyone was cheering dier'' furniture. llieii peak And then he got an i: of die papers was found to Hegland. author of Into the Forest when we were done except the Others, including a stron- Manyare faith-based and, like "Il was such a waste ol be larger) plagiarized once 101 Olscamp sisters." said lennifer Melendc/, ger emphasis nn athletics and Chestnut Hill and Immaculata. money," the student said. it was run through furnitin. a Chestnut Hill junior and one more attention to (lollies. opened their doors to men Tin never going to do that software designed lo catch 7:30-9 p.m. of the dancers, makeup and behavior, are t re somewhat reluctantly after again. plagiarism, furnitin did not Confronting Race: "Their faces looked like atlng what many call a livelier years of weak enrollment left RedEye had a similar detect plagiarism in the other Continuing Struggles and the] were going to send us to feeling in classrooms, lunch- them with little choice. experience lb test the qual- two papers. Success Why is Race a Taboo Subject at Public Discussions on our Campus? How do we move beyond the current limiting situa- tion' Why is it important to do so? How Students pose nude will collaborative action take place' What are the benefits of such progressive work? 308 Union By Micha.lE. Young Playboy 'will nnl be on MCI campus," Best added. "It's an individual students decision" 8-10 p.m. Separated by HID miles of whether in pose. Wednesday in the Pub: interstate, the Southern Not so at Baylor. Chuck Bindis Jazz Quartet Baptists' Baylor University When Playboy ran a photo Black Swamp Pub and the United Methodists' of four bikini-clad coeds and SMU seem even farther apart much of the membership of when it comes to students the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity posing in states of undress in four years ago lor a "Girls of the Violence And Art Film a men's magazine. Big 12" spread, Baylor's admin- Series: Funny Games Southern Methodist istration quickly responded. 204 Fine Arts Center University's approach is decid- school officials suspended edly hands-on. die fraternity for a year and 9 -10 p.m. When Playboy magazine required the 50 or so students Organization for Women's photographers set up tempo- to perform community service. rary shop next week near SMU One student, who posed Indi- Issues for a "Girls of Conference USA" vidually, was suspended. Discussion about women's health, repro- pictorial, they'll do so without NOT AGAIN ductive rights, equality issues, feminist university opposition. Playboy relumed lo Waco culture, sexual assault, local activism, "SMU is not a participant this spring for another Big II! feminist theory and women's lit in or a proponent of this proj- shoot. This time, Baylor made 107 Hanna Hal. The Women's ect, which is sponsored by a pre-emptive strike. an off-campus publication." Dub Oliver. \ ice president for Center said Kent Best, director of student lite, sent out a univci media and communications, siuwide e-mail warning that 9:15-10 pm. in a prepared statement. "Any posing foi "a magazine that is Last Comic Standing student's decision to partici- clearly antithetical to Baylor's Informational Meeting pate is strictly between that mission" would violate the 307 Union student individually and the school's code of conduct and publication." be penalized accordingly.

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1 2Wednwday.Ocloliti25.2006 WWWBGNEWS.COM BLOTTER FOLEY MONDAY Discrimination with Katrina victims still strong From Page 1 Sun. Napoleon Road resident called By Rukmlnl C.llimjchi power. Dennis lo report a group of men from The Associated Press "The blacks didn't com- Hastert Toledo came into hi^, plain cause they got tired," House speaker ment and stole two cell phones NKW ORLEANS — The Littles said Doretha Kitchens, 58, who and an iPod. and the Kitchens watched help recalls numerous phone calls urges speed in ■Mam to her insurer that often ended Foley case Van parked on South Main lessly as Hurricane Katrina bat- Street was reported vandalized tered their homes. Both families with her being put on hold. overnight. It had been sprayed waited patiently for an insurance Ultimately, she accepted her i last month as the matter with black pamt and the dam- adjuster to settle their losses. And Insurer's offer of about $34,000 both were sorely disappointed for damages that actually total became public and the Florida age could be up to $400. Republican resigned. 8:42 a.m. with the outcome. more than $120,000. Graffiti reported at a North Then, their paths diverged. The insurance industry and But Hastens appearance Prospect barbershop. Both Richard and Cindy Little, a state regulators say they made \ followed that of Reynolds, sides of the building were spray white couple living in a predomi- special efforts — even in the I who has said he learned of nantly white neighborhood, filed midst of Katrina's chaos — to i Foley's inappropriate e-mails 4:04 p.m. a complaint with the I ninsiana reach out to poor and minority to the l/niisiana teen last North Main Street resident Department of Insurance. neighborhoods to inform them spring and discussed the mat- reported receiving harassing Eventually, they won full reim- of options. teV with Hasten. phonoi bursement fortheir repairs. But their ad appeals on local Hasten has said he didn't 9:45 p.m. Doretha and Roy Kitchens. radiodid little to inform the thou- recall that conversation. He South Grove Street resident a black couple living in New sands of mostly black residents has also assured conserva- reported receiving harassing Orleans' overwhelmingly black who were displaced to Houston. tive activist Paul Weyrich that phone calls. Police went to lawer Ninth Ward, simply gave And giving a toll free number for Majority leader lohn Boehner ■ Mdenceand up and took what their insurer help didn't help poor minorities was wrong when Boehner warned the woman for tele- said he and I lastert discussed phone harassment. Both parties gave them. They didn't know who stayed behind with no tele- they could appeal to the state. phone or cell service. Officials I nlcv 8 problems last spring were told they would be cited Hasten said he answered

debt levels are still manageable, by not recruiting the best faculty." she said, but some students are said lames Moeser, chancellor of "It is crucial, however, that journalists such TUITION in over their heads. the University of North Carolina- FREED From Page 1 In 2005-06, more students Chapel Hill, which has recently From Page 1 as Emilio be able to freely report the news received Pell Grants — the gov- significantly expanded access for many students and parents ernment's main aid program for low-income students. officials said he was taken by in areas of conflict. We will be investigating because state finances are fairly tow-income students — than the But, he added: "low tuition criminals. The government healthy. Spending by stales on year before, but total funding and with low quality is no bargain." and main Palestinian groups what happened to assure that he and others higher education has increased the average award per student In such a world, low-income denounced the abduction. nearly 10 percent over the last declined. Pell Grants now cover students would scrape by to Morenattj, 37 years old. looked can continue their important work." two years, or by about $6 billion. just 33 percent of four-year public subsidize "the children of bank fatigued after his daylong ordeal But the extra funds have merer)' college tuition. presidents." The bener answer, bin said he was unharmed. Tom Cutley | Associated Press president and chief executive slowed tuition increases, not The tuition and fee figures lie said, is prices that reflect true "I'm tired but happy to have stopped them. also don't include living costs. costs and financial aid for those come back because there were The photographer said he was Palestinian and Spanish officials. Spending from all sources on Factoring in room and board, the who need it. very anguished moments," held in complete darkness for "It is crucial, however, that jour- Student aid rose 3.7 percent last average price of four-year public But a national commission said Morenatti. hours. In the second house where nalists such as 11uilio be able to year to $134.8 billion. Over the colleges is$12,796. At private col- on higher education, while He said the kidnappers held he was held, Morenatti said he freely report the news in areas of last decade it lias nearly doubled, leges, the price is $30,367. calling for more government him in a small room, where he heard the sounds of a family. He conflict Wc will be investigating even accounting for inflation. But Colleges defend the increases funding, also said colleges was kept for about four hours said he was given one meal of what happened to assure Uiat on a per-srudent basis, grant aid by pointing to growing enroll- deserve some blame for rising during which he was visited by cheese and lunch meat early in he and others can continue their is only inching upward. Students ' merit demands, and saying prices. Its report, finalized last masked men. later he was put the day and a portion of fnrit later. important work," Curley said. are borrowing the rest, often from teaching and research aren't • month, noted colleges have lew- in a car dressed as a woman and Morenatti did not know his cap- Morenatti's family in Spain private lenders. like other businesses, where the incentives to lower spending taken to another location. tors. Palestinian Prime Minister rejoiced at news of his release The trend hardly existed 20 main costs can often be reduced because doing so lowers their "They put a bag on my head and Ismail Haniyeh's office said in a "We were all sitting around years ago, but now "about 20 per- through greater efficiency with- prestige. It also says they are they dressed me up as a woman, statement that the identity of the together and when we heard cent of the loans students are get- out harming quality. using much of their revenue on as a woman in a long veil," die kidnappers was known and diey the news we yelled with joy and ting they're getting from banks," "I could cut costs immediately dubious student services like photographer added. "would be pursued." then we opened a bottle of rioja said College Board senior policy by just having everybody in a "state-of-the-art fitness centers Morenatti slid he was blind- Tom Curley, AP's president and (wine) to celebrate" Miguel Angel analyst Sandy Baum. Average larger class. I could also cut costs and dormitories." folded for much of the time, and chief executive officer, said, "The Morenatti, a brother of the pho- that his captors spoke only Arabic, Associated Press is relieved that tographer, told the AH which he doesn't speak. Fmilio has been released, appar- T managed to talk with Emilio T didn't know at any moment ently unharmed. Tie security of for alxiut 15 seconds and he told The BQ News has 1 spring opening for a qualified what they were doing" he said. our journalists is always our top me that he was well both physi- student to work in part-time selling "They moved me but nobody concern. We appreciate the assis- cally and mentally. The most explained anything to me. It was tance offered by so many people important thing is that he is safe E very confusing" in obtaining his release, especially and free."

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Many uudents uttae essay banks busy or too burdened to write as a way to avoid writing papers lOd.m. -4 pm their own term papers, it's tempting to turn to the Web ■ Most schools have policies that SACI Faculty Exhibition punish theaters with penalties This exhibition features work by SACI lor a little help. ranfng from failing the assign- As teachers wise up to faculty, a diverse group of acclaimed ment to expulsion the popular cut-and paste ■ Some states - indudtf: international artists Studio Arts Centers method of Internet plagia also have laws that make it International (SACI). is the largest US rizing and the use of myriad illegal to sell term papers that university-level art school in Europe. online essay banks, some a student would subsequently Willard Wanlctlmin Gallery. Fine students determined to out- ■ ■In' .j! Arts Center source their papers arc taking institution Theessay-wnting a more unusual route: paying Web sites try to get aiound 10am -4 pm. for custom jobs. that with disclaimers insisting For as little as $9.95 per page that then papers aie to be used Exhibitions: Mary Flanagan for research purposes only and ii Mm give advance notice, to and Joan Livingstone MARIA HUMMER as much as S44.95 pci page should not be submitted as-is. Joan Livingstone's exhibit includes sculp- for same-day delivery, doz- Ity of custom term-paper tures with vibrant colors and rich abstract Beer tasting staggers through Black Swamp Pub ens ofWeb sites offer to write services, RedEye purchased forms that use suggestive fragments to DRIN K UP: Graduate students Steve Pdgios and Kelly Rifenbafk participated m a beet tasting at the Black Swamp Pub Participants your paper for you, guaran- two-page papers from three evoke the human body and the unavoid- sampled sevetal different kinds of beets, rated them, and then compared ratings within the group Afterward, they were allowed to keep their teeing original, unplagiarized different VVeb sites on the fol- ably physical aspects of being alive. ratings in case they wanted to purchase a particular beer in the future essays they say are written In lowing assignment Discuss Fine Arts Center - Dorothy Uber professionals with masters the themes of marriage degrees or I'h I )s. and money in lane Austen* Bryan Gallery buying custom papers Sense anil Scnsihility." is clearly cheating But Loyola University 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. beyond the obvious ethical English professor Thomas BG Batter Day problems, can a custom- Kaminski. who suggested Celebrating the World Series starting Sisters offended by dance team written paper even gel you the topic because Its one October 21 BG Batter Milkshake 12 99: a good grade? he would assign, graded By Patrick Kerkitra FundSaver Sugar Cone $1.00: Waffle It didn't for a 19-year-old the finished products at MCT "It's the energy. It's intagible, but it's here, DePaulUniversity junior who Cone (2 scoops) $2.25 Red! ye's request told Uedl ye. an edition of the He was inji impressed. Falcon's Nest It was the sort of thing the and it's wonderful." Chicago Tribune, he paid $80 Only one of the papers — Sisters of St. Joseph never had for a custom 12-page papa from cushioneseaichpapers. Jennifer Melendez I Dancer 11 am. - 8 p.m. to worry about before Chestnut on ancient Israel the fall us — addressed the topic, World Series Day* Hill College went coed in 2003: semester of his sophomore but it was sn poort) written Kreischer SunDial excessive student gyration. church tomorrow." rooms and dorms, particularly year. He ordered it from a that kaminski said he'd give Lunch & Dinner Specials: Hot Dogs. Brats. The way students tell it, the That derision, made in mi weekends. Web site four days before it it a I), and then only If he gyrators — members of a newly Pebruary. is just one way in "Irs the energy, it's intangible, was due in his religion class. Peanuts. Pizza Specials. Brew City Fries were feeling generous, formed dance team — were which Chestnut Hill, along but it's here, and it's wonder- I be Student, who asked The other two papers — and Onion Rings guilty of nothing more than a with Immaculata University In ful," said sistei Patricia hidden. thai his name not be pub from termpaperreliel.com Kreischer SunDial Food Court few pelvic thrusts during a half- ( heeler County and other reli- president of Immaculata, which lished because he didn't want and non-plaglarized-term- time performance at a basket- gious-affiliated colleges else weni coed last year. people in know he cheated. papcrs.com — were so off- 4 - 6 p.m. ball game. where, is adjusting to life with The schools are two of about received the paper in his e- topic that Kaminski said he'd Panel Session (Into the But that wasn't how the sis- male students on campus. 250 women's institutions mail inbox the morning it be suspicious and give the Forest) ters saw it. Some were deeply Some of the changes arc nationwide to have made the was due. He looked it over, student the dreaded "Come Explore the different disciplinary ways offended, and the all-female merely structural: higher food COed jump since the 1960s, deemed it OK and handed see me." squad was disbanded. bills for the cafeteria, and "stur- when women's colleges were at it in as is Adding to the insult, one of knowing the natural world with Jean "Everyone was cheering dier" furniture. their peak. And then he got an E ol the papers was lotind to Hegland. author of Into the Forest. when we were done except the Others, including a stron- Many arefaith-basedand, like "It was such a waste of be largely plagiarized once 101 Olscamp sisters," said Jennifer Melendez, ger emphasis on athletics and Chestnut Hill and Immaculata, money." the student said. ii was run through Turnitin, a Chestnut Hill junior and one more attention to clothes, opened their doors to men "I'm never going to do that Software designed In I .itch 7:30 - 9 p.m. of the dancers. makeup and behavior, are cre- somewhat reluctantly after again." plagiarism. Turnitin did nut Confronting Race: "Their faces looked like ating what many call a liveliei years of weak enrollment left Uedl-ye had a similar detect plagiarism in the other Continuing Struggles and they were going to send us to feeling in classrooms, lunch- them with little choice. experience. To test the qual- two papers. Success Why is Race a Taboo Subject at Public Discussions on our Campus? How do we move beyond the current lirrliting situa- tion? Why is it important to do so? How Students pose nude will collaborative action take place? What are the benefits of such progressive work? 308 Union By Michael E. Young Playboy "will not be on MCT campus," Best added. "It's an individual Students decision" 8 -10 p.m. Separated by 100 miles of whether to pose. Wednesday in the Pub: interstate, the Southern Not so at Baylor. Chuck Bindis Jazz Quartet Baptists' Baylor University When Playboy ran a photo Black Swamp Pub and the United Methodists' of four bikini-clad coeds and SMU seem even farther apart much of the membership of when it comes to students the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity 9 p.m. posing in states of undress in four years ago for a "Girls of the Violence And Art Film a men's magazine. big 12" spread, Baylor's admin- Series: Funny Games Southern Methodist istration quickly responded. 204 Fine Arts Center University's approach is decid- School officials suspended edly hands-off. the fraternity for it year and 9 -10 p.m. When Playboy magazine required the 50 or so students Organization for Women's photographers set up tempo- to perform community service. rary shop next week near SMU One student, who posed indi- Issues for a "Girls of Conference USA- viduallv. was suspended. Discussion about women s health, repro- pictorial, they'll do so without NOT AGAIN ductive rights, equality issues, feminist university opposition. Playboy returned to Waco culture, sexual assault, local activism, "SMU is not a participant this spring for another Big 12 feminist theory and women's lit. in or a proponent of this proj- shoot. This time. Baylor made 107 Hanna Hall, The Women's ect, which is sponsored by a pre-emptive strike. Center an off-campus publication," Oub Oliver, vice president for said Kent Best, director of student life, sent out a univer- media and communications, sitywide e-mail warning that 9:15-10 p.m. in a prepared statement. "Any posing for "a magazine that is Last Comic Standing student's decision to partici- clearly antidietical to Baylor's Informational Meeting pate is strictly between that mission" would violate the 307 Union student individually and the school's code of conduct and publication." be penalized accordingly.

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Granted, this is not a presiden- have been bombarded with us can't even send in a ballot expressing our views? Wt^ SARAHBARNES tial election year, but there are political matters, so read-up on are ways around still numerous issues lacing us. these subjects. » So many of us complain II yon think thai electing a Don't waste your time being about or support what the sen.nor and governor is not confused about an election, go government is doing, and this really that big of a deal, think out and get the facts. is a beautiful act. This act is again. These elected officials Some young voters are ner- denounced when those voices "cing situation represent our communities, our vous about doing something are silenced by obviously not I have recently heard a lot of states, and vote on important new and living to figure out caring enough to make their hype about die upcoming elec- issues in t longress. what the voting process entails. opinions matter by voting. sou would figure out a way to tion on Nov. 7. If yon think we need to stay I assure you. it is really not Along with voting, there arc get around that rule, but most Whethei Ifsaboul die i olej in Iraq, make sure you are sot that hard. Iliere are different also a plethora of activities or of you svon'l get to that point scandal, what people want oul ing for the candidates that lit clubs and dorms on campus ways diat you can make a politi- until you are a senior like me. of our congress, or the war, opinions similar to sours. If and public buildings thai will cal difference. I am going to finish this there have been quite a hit of you think we need changes in help you get a registration form, If there is a group you feel is entire semester and get out constructive and not so practi- our education system, find the then all you have to do Is fill it doing great things for the com- of here without paying for a cal comments. candidate that wants to make oul and send it in. munity, find out svhen they parking pass. No. no, don't [tiewont pan is thai so it better. II you are currently away from meet and go help, layoff the When I graduate in worry. You can congratulate man) students around this No mallei what the issue. sour home county, also ask for keg for one night and go svatch December, I will be taking me later. Call it my "thesis." campus have such strong opin- there are ways to research what an absentee ballot. a political debate with matters svith me two degrees. The Either way, is it really that ions, yet not all or them are reg- is going on around your com- When people around me about svhich you are passionate. first svill be my Bachelor of big a deal to walk fifteen min- istered to vote. munity, state, and country. voice a political opinion, I get Stop staring at the TV, watch- Science in Journalism. utes to Lot 6 Overflow and Whether you choose to How many political atls have completely ecstatic. Most of ing a constant fight between The second? My Ph.D. in back? Give me a break. believe it or not. your vote does you seen in the pasi month? the time it sounds like moronic ness-s anchors, and go out and University Parking Studies. And I don't know svhere count in an election Man) [hough not always tasteful rambling, but because I know voice your opinions. Take it from the master: these people learned hosv to people think that since then- are most have a website you can go whal I believe in and what I am We are in America, so we Parking on this campus is drive, but I never had a prob- so many people In this country. in and figure oul why the group passionate about, I can find a might as well embrace what just fine. lem avoiding the potholes. their Individual ballot will not is so adamant about the topic. good argument. it has to offer, and make it the While I am in support of If they are a big deal then have a snowball's chance in hell If you find those vs'cbsites If sve live in this great country best damn country we can. GSS's proposal to turn Lots 9, drive oul farther In Lot 6 to in making a difference. io be biased, what is stopping we should be embracing all P and PX over to commuters, avoid them. What kind of country would you from researching further of the freedoms it has for us. I am still quite jealous that I Third, and there arc a few we he to not encourage all citi- or asking around? The papers, People were killed during the Send comments to Sarah Barnes at didn't think of it first. Cheers exceptions to this rule, you zens to participate in elections? magazines, and news stations elections in Iraq, and some of sarahsbQbgsuedu. to Stes'e Swanson. can park in any mctcred lor the rest of you people space on Saturdays, Sundays — including author of last and any weekday after 7:30 week's opinion on the issue, p.m. You can park in any Andrew Flavahan — let's get lot after 5 p.m., but you IN OUR (XNTlHyiN6 WORT TO THE SITE PXKET MUST BE •••ANDVs'iLLNOWBE KNOWN you up to speed on the overall can't park in commuter lots toMW ATTACKS INS)PE SHOOS* PEPES1&NEP... AS THE 9mm '6LPCK pOQCET. between 3 and 5 a.m. WE RECOMMEND ALTERING THE parking debate and the park- BACKFAQ.. ing regulations. Fourth, there is no reason USELESS The first thing you need anyone receiving a ticket on to know is svhat the students this campus should have to say goes. pay the svhole thing. And svhat many of you After all, for about 99 per- want is not svhat the student cent of you getting a ticket is a body majority svants. once-a-yeardeal. Flavahan made an excel- So, go to the lent example of this situation Undergraduate Student svhen he proposed we issue Government and appeal it! fewer tickets and, therefore, I hey svill understand. bring in less money. At the least, they will Then, on top of the money reduce the fine, but there is sve would lose, sve should pay an excellent chance you won't ANY THREAT PEBCHVEP ..CAN0EPEALT WITH IMMEPIATELY. every driver who claims their pay even a dime. F)T A STUDENT- vehicle svas damaged in our The fifth thing every stu- THIS lots, sve should re-pave Lots dent should know is to not ^TYTJF 12,6 and 6 Overflow and sve park on campus. should give the svhole system There are streets sur- -THE , a "complete overhaul." rounding the entire campus NATIONAL The thing Flavahan is that have readily available RIFLE forgetting is that all the public spaces. AS600AT10N- students around him svill There are also metered finish school here svith an spots surrounding campus, average of SI5,000 in debt such as behind W.G. Grinders. they procured while attend- Psssttt... the fine for going ing classes in buildings that over on a city meter or "tsvo are falling apart, lived in hour limit" sign is only $3. As old residence halls that are a comparison, it costs S8 to filled to capacity, and fought park in the Union lot all day. with thousands of other stu- Sound like a good deal? Then dents to secure a few dollars svhy aren't you using it! from the University for their The last thing 1 am going student organization. to say about parking regu- Something tells me our first lations is faculty and staff focus should not be bringing should not be able to park in in less money and spending commuter lots unless their more money on things svhich, own lots are full. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR in comparison, don't matter I don't know of anytime at all. when their lots were full, but I Police overreacted, me. But since the Campus Police therefore, the use or possession security about the wonderful In my opinion, we sure see a lot of them parking ruined harmless game take I heir job so seriously, cit- of these items is prohibited in job they're doing. shouldn't spend a dime doing next to me. What's the deal? ing and arresting individuals University residences." Since To those students that are anything to repair the park- Where's their ticket? with Nerf guns because they when base Nerf guns, in bright upset about this, I say: spread ing lots on this campus. Where's my revenue from I wanted to issue my sincerest may cause panic or could be blue and yellow, svith an orange the word! Let your parents I svant every other citizen that ticket? The fine should thanks to the Campus Police considered real weapons, why tip, and "NERF" on the side ever know odds are they'll be upset of this state to get off 1-75 and come directly out of their for ending svhat was to be a have they not started confiscat- reminded someone of a real gun? about this ridiculous act too. see the condition of Lot 6.1 paycheck for unfair prac- simple and fun game, and for ing "weapons" that coulddo This is completely ridiculous, You can even complain to the want them to see first hand tices: When they park in my failing to correctly use their real damage (i.e. hockey sticks, and it's not only students that Campus Police, I know I prob- the effect turning their backs lot it makes me late and my professional judgment and dis- baseball bats, martial arts equip- think so. My dad, who knew ably will. on America's future has had. grade suffers. cretion yesterday. ment, etel? about the game before fall Keep it up my fellow zom- The second thing you can How unethical is that? I low an officer or student I he Student I landbook even break svas surprised at hosv bie hunters and zombies. learn here today is residents Hosv unethical is NOT tick- could interpret a Nerf gun, states that "...firearms (actual, viciously the police responded. Good luck, and have a won- don't get to park svithin spit- eting them? bright blue and yellow (I knovs', I or novelties/toys reasonably "What a wonderful use of police derful Halloween. ting distance of anything. have the same one as the gentle- resembling actual firearms).- authority..." he said, saying That's just the way your man on the cover of The BG and sveapi ins ol any kind create earlier today that he sent an e- —teeter Geldes, Soptwmore. upperclassmen svant it. Send comments to Malt Clark at News), as a real gun is beyond a potential safety hazard and, mail to the school and campus Psyclmlogy- [email protected]. If you were really creative, mtclarlt@bqsuedu.

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WYATT ANGLE First impressions COLUMNIST Falcons look toward continued success in 2006-07 Title IX

By Colin Wilson WOMEN'S Assistant Sports Editor opens and BBALL BASEBALL CLEVELAND, Ohio — With the basketball season quickly GLANCE closes doors BG names captains approaching, ihe BGSIJ wom- UST SEASON: 28-5 (16-0 MAC) for spring season en's basketball team addressed MAC Tournament and tegulai season the media at the Mid-American hamp ■■ loo many people are afraid of The BG baseball team has Conference 2006-07 Basketball KEY RETURNERS: b;Honeqger. labels these days. named seniors Erie Lawson. Media Day. Kate Athler. Ali Mam. Gun Home. If they oppose affirmative Tyler Johnson and Josh During the event, the Megan Tborbum. Amber Flyrm action, then they're a racist. If KEY LOSSES: Casey McDowell Jill Dietz the team captains for Falcons were recognized for a they believe gays shouldn't be few offseason accolades. First Lause allowed to marry, then they're the 2007 campaign and foremost, the team was OUTLOOK: BG returns its top live homophobic. If they're pro- picked to finish first this year choice, then they're going to QUOTABLE in the preseason poll. Hell. There was good reason for seven months ago. Nowadays, our society has that. Those seven months have responded to a theoretical "One of the dynamics of BG has won the MAC regu- been a little longer for the "politically correct" philosophy our team has been that lar season and tournament Falcons. A first-round exit while we are simultaneously we are very hungry. It titles the past two seasons from the NCAA Tournament losing our freedom of expres- and returns nine players. The bad I hem ready to gel right sion. When minority groups started minutes after we Falcons realize they have a back to work. hear anything about reverse lost to UCLA in the NCAA returning core, but recognize "|We're| very excited about discrimination, they immedi- tournament. We were very the MAC has several teams this season, we put in a lot of ately pull out their repression returning starters as well. hard work and we're looking card in their own defense while disappointed in that loss "It's certainly a veteran for it to pay off," said junior letting ihe innocent guy (who that we didn't fulfill some of league and that doesn't go guard Kate Achter. "As we just wanted an explanation! the dreams we had for that unnoticed. Everybody in the come closer to our exhibi- know how bigoted and back- team. So minutes after that league has three or more start- tion game we all can sense wards he is. ers coming back," said coach the urgency. We're ready to get I feel one of these govern- game, we started preparing Curt Miller. "Add into ir very back out onto the court." ment-inserted corrective laws for [this] season ." strong recruiting classes. It's The Falcons were the only that is backwards is Title IX. - BG women's basketball going to be a very competitive team to bring more than one Title IX of the Education league.'' player to the media day. They Amendments of 1972 to the coach. Curt Miller The Falcons are still work- had good reason though as Chril Rights Act of 1964 states ing on a 25-game winning Achter was named to the first- that "no person in the U.S. shall, 8RAN00NHEISS OUR CALL streak in their conference team all-MAC along with on the basis of sex, be excluded GOING UP: Kate Achter and her teammates are enctted about their chances this sea- which was punctuated in from participation in, or denied son with a strong returning core or players. the MAC Championship just See WOMEN | Page 10 the benefits of, or be subjected On the way up to discrimination under any Bruce Gradbwski: education program or activity receiving federal assistance. After replacing Taken alone, the law is fine. It's injured 013 Chris Dakich, team confident about upcoming season more than fine; it's great. In Sims. Gradbwski theory, the University is forbid- den to give one sex more favor- has accumulated 555 yards ByJo.hWheth.nSolt MEN'S BBALL able treatment than the other. and four touchdowns in Re, To me. sexism seems to be one back-to-back wins for the GLANCE of the most backwards mentali- Bucs- It was all talk of progress LAST SEASON: 921 (5-15) ties ever. Thank goodness the and hopes of a successful KEY RETURNERS: Martm Samarco. federal government is looking On the way down season for BGSU men's bas- Er* Marschall Matt Lefeld. Brian Moten. out for us all and as unenforce- able laws to keep these bigots Drew Bledsoe: ketball at ihe Mid-American Dusan Radivojevic Conference's annual media KEY LOSSES: Mawl Soler. John Floyd. in check. He got pulled day held in Cleveland. Oil. Patrick Philips But, in order to make this law for Tony Romo After last year's disappoint- OUTLOOK: Samarco and Lefeld lead a more objective, a court decision - ouch. Him and ing 9-21 (5-13) season, coach young team mto a season that can only made it a legality where feder- Dan Dakich has enjoyed improve from last year The Falcons wel- ally— assisted universities are his 69.2 passer rating better working with this year's team come seven new players to their roster. required to allot their moneys get comfortable with a clip- so far. reserved for athletics and make board and a headset. "I really like being around them proportional to the male- my team. Coach [UMontal female ration of the student Stone and I talked at the end of "As far as pre-season pre- body. For example, if a school The List practice and we wanted to just dictions go, I told our team is 80 percent male and 20 per- Yesterday watthe Tigers, keep going. I'm sure the kids last year you can prove them cent female, then 80 percent of were tired and wouldn't have right or prove them wrong," the school's sport money must today is the top five things liked it. but I just enjoy work- Dakich said. go to male athletic programs the Cardinals will need to do ing with them. It has been that The Falcons will be looking and 20 percent to the females. to win the Worid Series: way since school has started," to the team's added size to And so as more women join the Dakich said. play a big part in this year's universities, more money must 1. Take 2 at home: The Falcons were picked to success. be transferred to the respective It's imperative the Cardinals finish last place in the MAC "We needed some size, but athletic programs. sometimes size isn't 6'8", it's This isn't fair. put the pressure on Detroit East. The ranking may be in part to the falcons finishing like Lionel ISullivanl at 6'5" But the reason that it's not by winning two of three with a six game losing streak and athletic or like Otis IPolk] fair might sound sexist to a games in St. Louis. With the in MAC play last year and a 3-6 at 6'9" and 300 pounds," stubborn person, so try to game three win. they're off home conference record, but Dakich said. look at it with an open-mind. they aren't worried about their During the event, BG's For example, it's a given that to a good start grim pre-season ranking. Martin Samarco was recog- more people, a lot more people, 2. Role players: This "As a team we are trying to nized along with other 1st attend male basketball games just get better each day. No team All-MAC players. versus female basketball games. line-up will need production one worries about where you Samarco is the top return- It isn't because fans like staring from guys not named Pujols are picked because we know ing scorer in the MAC, averag- at guys more than the women. (below), which they've been BGNEWSFIlEPHOtO that any team can have suc- ing 18.9 points per game and No, it's because men are gener- TAKING A NEW ROLE: Senior Martin Samarco is expected to lead a young 8G team cess at any lime," BG's Martin ally more intense and gener- getting so far. this season by making the players around him better Samarco said. See HEN | Page 10 ally physically stronger — two 3. Reyes: Was his first key points for a good basketball game. outing a flash in the pan or a For those of you who don't sign of things to come? His know, our athletic program next start will be key to the Goodell to take NFL global next season scrapped four male sports in order to comply with this law series outcome. years ago. The male swimming 4. Forget the tar: Teams set to play in Mexico, Canada. Europe over 16-year rotation team and the male diving team were yanked. A nationally- Rule No. 76: No excuses, play recognized male track and field like a champion. By Brett Marul "The owners believe hosting regular- San Francisco 49ers in Mexico team was pulled. The male ten- 5. Little things: The Associated Press City. A crowd of 103,467 flocked nis team came to a crashing to Azteca Stadium, the largest halt as well. Pitchers hitting spots, sac- season games outside the United States NF.W ORLEANS — Two NFL crowd for a regular-season game This also means the full bunts and good fielding can regular-season games will be on a regular basis is in the best interests in NFL history. scholarships arc ripped away do wonders. played each year outside the The league also has played from these ex-participants who United States in Mexico, Canada of the league and will help to increase the numerous exhibition games have trained and practiced and Kurope, starting in 2007. overseas lorthe past two decades. since they could probably walk The plan, first announced last fan base..." The New England Patriots and ... just like any other sport. With month, was approved yesterday Seattle Seahawks will play a male sports out of here, we can at the recommendation of new - Roger Goodell | NFL Commissioner preseason game next August in try new things — a blind and commissioner Roger Goodell. Beijing most likely unsuccessful ven- No specific sites were given team. That means a team would "We're comfortable with it. "This step comes in response ture at the expense of men who for the games. But when the pro- lose one home game during that Obviously we'd like to play in to the tremendous and grow- have come to a near-mastery posal originally was disclosed, span. Mexico or Canada and not have ing interest in the NFL around level of their game. The ABL the league suggested Britain and Losing the home-game rev- to travel to Europe and that's the worid. The owners believe went bankrupt within ten sec- Germany likely would host the enue was the main objection probably the way ii would lie set hosting regular-season games onds, professional ice skating European games. raised by some teams. up because of our location. But outside the United States on a is nothing more than a low-rat- The plan would be set up so "We're going to get compen- as far as the league's concerned. regular basis is in the best inter- ings soap opera... these are the that teams would rotate over a sated," said Pat Bowien, owner of I think it's a great idea." ests of the league and will help results of giving more money in 16-year period, with each team the Denver Broncos. "Obviously In 2005, the NFL staged its to increase the fan base, build the name of equity. playing outside the country theleague'sgoingtoworkout the first regular-season game out- awareness of the NFL and grow Let the fans choose and twice over that span, once as economics and ifwckiseahome side the United States when the the sport worldwide," Goodell a visitor, the other as a home game, we'll get compensated. Arizona Cardinals hosted the said. SeeTTTUIPagelO SPORTS WWW.BGNEWS.COM 8 Wednesday. October 25.2006 WOMEN Online ban to effect From Page 9 leammates Ali Mann and l.iz Honegger. Hie three girls wore World Series of Poker all selected to last year's MAC all-tournament team. By Adam Goldman and Ryan The conference has taken Nabalhi notice of BG'saccomplishmcnls Letting it ride online The Associated Press leading up to a year in which Internet gambling generated an the Falcons hope to make spe- estimated $12 billion in revenue cial for their core seniors. l.AS VEGAS—Observers say the last year, with about $6 billion tile seniors have given me recently enacted U.S. law that coming Irom players in the U.S. experiences that I only hope I bans gambling online could cut Global revenue can give underclassmen. To go into the number of entrants to from Internet gambling out on a goud note with them the planet's richest card game would not only make my season — the World Series of Poker. but theirs as well, said Venter, The number of players in the Tin going lei put forth my beSI tournament, run by llarrah's effort and try as hard as I can Entertainment Inc., has bal- to make ii a positive experience looned thanks largely to the IHtBGNtWS for I hem." online game. In 2003, a mere The Falcons are coming LEADING THE PACK: blanker Brian fianconv leads a convoy of BG luggeis against Piiidu»> University The Falcons split with the 839 participants took part when back from a season which thej Boilermakers losing their fust match ol the year 57 - 35 with time expired. accountant Chris Moneymaker accomplished so much yel emerged from a $40 Internet 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 lefl something to be desired. tournament and went on to win They can't surpass last season's the $2.5 million grand prize. AA/fr expectations without taking Ruggers remain strong, keep This year, 8,773 players gam- every game seriously. bled for part of an S82.5 million IA28SB. "Obvious!) expectations are prize pool and more than half SOURCE Ct¥lsnam**iCl(WlllAlhn»*!. AP high, but not higher than the arc estimated to have won tour- coaches and the players them- undefeated MAC season naments over the Web to play. Internet players seeking to test selves," Miller said. "We believe With the law banning banks their skills on the felt. that we have a very talented from processing Internet gam- Organizers for the World Series of Poker, televised by team a veteran team coming Despite loss to Purdue, coach Roger Mazzarella is optimistic blingtransfers set tobe enforced back but we've got to be ready before next year's tournament, Wall Disney Co.'s F.SPN, also each and every night." the well of poker players is said they were not daunted by By Chris Voloschuk "I'm very proud on a lot of conditioning. expected to dry up. the new law. Before the legisla- Reporrei tine nt the biggest ways In "It's going to affect the aver- tion was enacted, liSPN, which of the way [the win is to be faster and quick- age player most dramatically. has covered the tournament On Sept. 30, the BGSU club ri. Mazzarella said. "You have And those players are the ones since 1993. signed on to cover it MEN rugby team 120-1) completed team has] played, to be able to get to the ball first that have kind of filled the through 2010. From Paqe 9 an undefeated season in the and hold on to it when you ranks." said Michael Bolierek. TournamentspokesmanGary Mid-American Conference especially in the loss have it." president of the I'oker Players Thompson said since 2005, made a school record Kill three by beating Central Michigan \- strange as it may seem, Alliance, a 130,000-member organizers have not accepted pointers. on the road. I he win also to Purdue..." the team is using the loss group that fought the legisla- third-party registrations for the Samarco and fellow senioi locked up BG's staggering 25th against Purdue as a positive tion. $10,000 buy-in main event from Matt Lefeld will look to lead the straight MAC Championship. example of how Id play I in "The hardcore ones will find online gambling companies team to a more successful sea- I lie team's only loss nl the BG, playing as well as they did somewhere, they won't care with U.S. operations, and that son. fall season came at the hands games on (lit 2\ anil heal vis- against the Boilermakers, even whether it's regulated," said hasn't stopped it from attract- "As seniors. Matt and I try oi Purdue jusi it) days ago on iting t irand Valley state twice, though I hev did n't win. will he liolcerek. "That's what a prohi- ing record fields. to be examples to the youngei Oct. 11, 37-35, in what was a with scores of 60-21 and 38-19. the kej to making it back to bition does. It drives everything "In 2005 and 2006 we had guys on the team," Samarco back and forth game played This Saturday, the team has theNCAAs underground." record fields each year. We're said. "No one wants to he at home on the cornet ol N. its Sights set mi the first round Heading into the playoffs Mike Scxttin. who hosts the confident again that 2007 will remembered as a loser." College Park and I'oe Road. ol the National Collegiate BG is confident, Inn some popular World I'oker lour on be the best one ever," he said. Another returning starter is The contest was one of the best Championships, being held thing the team is trying not to the Travel Channel, said the ban Thompson suggested that 1 Frik Marschall, who averaged gamescoach Roger Mazzarella at Hall State University, on do is look past thetwotoumev would hurt what has become a loophole that allowed play- 7.4 points and 4.3 rebounds last has ever seen, Saturday,Ht,willplaj Dayton, games this weekend. Playoff considered a sport. ers who qualified online to pay season. This was what I call a clas- with the winner Ol that game rugbj is totally different than "1 wouldn't say it would put their own entry fees directly, 1 The team will also wel- sic lit ■ game,'' Mazzarella said. lacing the winner ol the ill the regular season because poker in a death spiral but in the after being given the fees by come back sophomores Brian "All the other teams hate to Michigan Stale-Hall Stale anybody can win, according long run it will hurt the growth online poker companies, would Moten, Darryl Clements, Dusan come up here because of the game on Sunday I hewinners in Mazzarella of poker." Sexton said. "The continue to pass muster with Radivojevic and Brian Gucrin. weather, especially the wind. ol both weekend games will The guys are confident World Series of Poker is going to regulators. The Falcons will be relying on Basically, whoever has the then travel to El khan, Indiana, the) can win." Ma/./.arella be devastated over this." PokerStars.com said it paid these younger, less experienced wind behind them scores. for the NCAA Championship said. "I'm very proud of the Casino operators, however, the way for 1,600 players who players to step up this season. and the team moving into the toumej starting Nov. in. w,i\ they've played, especially were holding out hope. qualified online this year, while Dakich will look to move up wind doesn't. In get read) tot the tourna- in the loss to Purdue, and since "Poker's enormous popular- Bodog.com said it sent more on the MAC. all time win list. 1 le Ahi'i the loss in Purdue, the ment games, Mazzarella ami then they've all put in the time ity won't be changed," said Alan than 500. is currently 12th with86 wins. BG ruggers reloiusecl lor their his players base been working tn get belter." Feldman, spokesman for M(,\l "We're planning to accom- Mirage Inc. modate a larger field than we The number of poker tables ever had before," Thompson in las Vegas has surged from said. "But whether or not we'll 142 in 2003 to 405 in 2006. with have a larger field, nobody real- 2006-2007 many citing the growth to ly knows." in the intercollegiate ath- TITLE letic department cannot sup- port themselves. I mean, mix CAMPUS PHONE From Page 9 the sports together and truly decide. Women can play the choose the best at each. sports just fine, and opportu- Make a co-ed team if every- BOOKS ARE HERE! nities have been given. But at one is going to be playing by the expense of other previously the same standard. But don't Off-Campus Students established sports? The truth of eliminate one sex's dreams by the matter is that by transfer- trying to appease the oppressed Pick Yours Up Today! ring these funds, certain sports other.

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By Bon Walker up in a hurry. other runs. WORLD SERIES The Associated Press All in all. il certainly was a Working on 13 days' rest, lot more attention than lingers [Igers leftj Nate Robertson GLANCE ST. LOUIS — Chris Carpenter attracted on the field after a opened with three hiiless HOMERIESS: The Tigers had was well cm his way (o a World yellowish-brown mark was innings. That's about normal homered in all 10 postseason games Series win when, all "i sudden, spoiled on his hand — he said for the Cardinals—they werea before Carpenter shut down the Tiger people swarmed the mound to il was a mix of din. spil and weak 23-34 against left-handed offensive. examine his hand. resin, while Others claimed il starters this season HOMERIESS• Game 4 will be \n smudge, no scuffs, lusl ■< was illegal pine tar. Vet ii was the lefty-swing- Wednesday night, provided a forecast cramp, and il wasn't about to A moment later. Carpenter ing I dmonds who got the key of steady rain holds off. blemish his outing. was deemed lo he OK. He hit againsi Robertson, who Carpenter looked every hit proved ii. loo. by continuing to was pulled after five innings. a Cards' BOB as lie threw the set down the Tigers to constant Alter that, Robertson hided hii off-balance, lined a double Detroit Tigers a curve, pitching cheers, lie drew his biggest his lime on the bench talking down the right-field line thai si. I (mis ii) a 5-0 victory last roar when he got a standing io lingers, perhaps picking up hopped Into ihe stands. night lor a 2-1 Series ed);e. ovation as he came lo bat in some secrets about pitching in when Robertson went to a 2- i arpenter used big break- the eighth. cold weal her. () count on Scott Rolen, I igers ing balls to spin three-hit hall Braden Looper1 look over Edmonds delivered the big managei lim I eyland went to lor eight innings. Anil with lim in the ninth and finished ihe hit the Cardinals missed ihe Ihe mound. Iwo pilches later, Edmonds hitting a key double combined three-hitter. last time the) held ihe World liolen walked lo load ihe liases and Si. Louis taking advantage Game 1 will he Wednesday Series under the Arch — in with no outs. ofa poor throw, the Cardinals night, provided a forecast ol 2004, St. Louis scored a total Ihe crowd in the lower relumed their focus squarely steady rain holds off. If it does, of one run in two losses io deck was standing, hoping for to the field. NL championship series MVP Boston. action. \nd after a forceout (ione were any reminders of left Suppan will start against Bui that was at the old ai die plate, Edmonds came the squabbling Kenny lingers feremy Bonderman. Busch Stadium, now a mere through Me pulled a hard caused with his smudged lefl Ihe Tigers had homered in hole ill the ground adjacent lo grounder down the line dial hand in (lame2. all 10 postseason games before the new hallpark. In ihis new hohhled first baseman Sean oh. Holers heard plen- Carpentei slopped them. And place. Edmonds douhled thai I ase) had no chance lo gel. ty from the sellout crowd at a Detroit team thai averaged run total with one swing in ihe and Si. I .(misled 2-0. Husih Stadium during pre 5 1/2 runs per game through- fourth inning in ihe seventh, Zumaya game introductions, as chants out ihe \i playoffs has scored Preston Wilson, hilling made a poor choice on Pujols' ol"('heater!" echoed through- a total of five in the World high in the order because lie comebackei with runners out lite ballpark. Bui that was Series. was 5-for-S lifetime againsi on first and second and no about the only noise the Tigers It was somewhat of a sur- Robertson, led off with a sharp outs. Zumaya tried to go to caused in this game. piise. loo. Carpenter gave up single for die Cardinals' liisi third base and threw » wide looking fierce with his a season-high seven runs at hit. Pujols showed his strength pasi Inge-, and both runners three-day heard. Carpentei Detroit in lime. ,\m\ ihe I igers and skill when, despite being a scored. showed why he won the M Cj starting lineup was hitting .356 Young Award lasi year and is a against him. lop contendei ihis season, lie Carpenter had waited a long struck out six, walked none and lime lor this opportunity lie kepi the I igers' trio of I'lacido was Injured and missed ihe Polanco, Ivan Rodriguez and entire 2004 postseason, includ- Curtis Granderson hiiless in ing Ihe Cardinals matchup the Series. with liosion in ihe World Carpenter's lone problem Series, a lied Sox sweep. came in the seventh inning. I arpenter allowed only one \s Polanco led oil bj lin- runner pasi Rrst base. Brandon ing out lo good friend Albert Inge singled and made it to Pujols, Carpentei hopped oil third in the third on a two-out the mound and looked at his wild pilch, then catcher Yadier hand. Molina blocked a curve that Cardinals manager Tony La bounced lo keep a run from Uussa. a trainer and the entire scoring. Granderson grounded Si. Louis infield converged Out lo end Ihe inning. on the mound, peering al Edmonds hii a two-run Carpenter's bare right hand. double In the fourth. A throw- JIM - BEKSON Hair umpire Wally Bell also ing error b\ i Igers relieve) loel JEft ROMPSON PRIME TIME PERFORMANCE: uptnter celebrates dhet gel- went otii in check as reliever Zumaya and a wild pitch by HIGH FIVES:' ardinak So Taguchi (99) s congratulated by Scott Rolen after lagixhi ling an inning-ending double play on Deiro*l Tigers' Brandon Inge m Game 5 of the Woild Series lush Kinney began wanning Zacfl Miner gave St. Louis its

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The conference has taken By Adam Goldman and Ryan notice of BG'saccomplishments Nakaihl Letting it ride online The Associated Press leading up to a year in which Internet gambling generated an the Falcons hope to make spe- estimated $12 billion in revenue cial for their core seniors. I AS VEGAS—Observers say the last year, with about $6 billion "The seniors have given me recently enacted U.S. law that coming Irom players in the U.S. experiences that I only hope 1 bans gambling online could cut Global revenue can give underclassmen. To go into the number of entrants to Irom Internet gambling out on a good note with them the planet's richest card game St 2 union ^_ would not only make my season — the World Series of Poker. but theirs as well," said Achter. The number of players in the "I'm going to put forth my best tournament, run by Harrah's effort and try as hard as I can Entertainment Inc., has bal- to make it a positive experience looned thanks largely to the for them." THfBGNSWS online game. In 2003, a mere The Falcons arc coming LEADING THE PACK: Hanker Brian Francony leads a convoy of BG ruggers against Purdue University The Falcons split with the 839 participants took part when back from a season which they Boilermakers, losing the* first match of the year 57 - 55 with time expired. accountant Chris Moneymaker accomplished so much yet emerged from a $40 Internet 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 tournament and went on to Win ill left something to be desired. ■■ They can't surpass last season's the $2.5 million grand prize. A A expectations without taking Ruggers remain strong, keep This year, 8,773 players gam- every game seriously. bled for part of an S82.5 million "Obviously expectations are prize pool and more than half SOURCE clinatlanMnCwrlaiAdvHors AP high, but not higher than the are estimated to have won tour- coaches and the players them- undefeated MAC season naments over the Web to play. Internet players seeking to test selves," Miller said. "We believe With the law banning banks their skills on the felt. that we have a very talented from processing Internet gam- Organizers for the World team a veteran team coming bling transfers set to be enforced Series of Poker, televised by back but we've got to be ready Despite loss to Purdue, coach Roger Mazzarella is optimistic before next year's tournament, Walt Disney Co.'s ESPN, also each and every night." the well of poker players is said they were not daunted by By Chris Volo.chuk "I'm very proud on a lot of conditioning. expected to dry up. the new law. Before the legisla- Reporter One of the biggest ways to "It's going to affect the aver- tion was enacted, ESPN, which of the way [the win is to be faster and quick- age player most dramatically. has covered the tournament On Sept. 30, the BGSU club 11. Mazzarella said. "You have ■And those players are the ones since 1993, signed on to cover it MEN rugby team (20-H completed team has] played, to be able 10 get to the ball first that have kind of filled the through 2010. From Page 9 an undefeated season in the and hold on to it when you ranks," said Michael Bolcerek, TournamentspokesmanGary Mid-American Conference especially in the loss have it" president of the Poker Players Thompson said since 2005, made a school record 100 three by beating Central Michigan As strange as it may seem, Alliance, a 130,000-member organizers have not accepted pointers. on the road. The win also to Purdue..." the leant is using the loss group that fought the legisla- third-party registrations for the Samarco and fellow senior locked up BG's staggering 25th against Purdue as a positive tion. $10,000 buy-in main event from Matt Lefeld will look to lead the straight MAC Championship. Mazzarella | Head Coach example of how to play. For "The hardcore ones will find online gambling companies team to a more successful sea- The team's only IDS'- "I the BG, playing as well as they did somewhere, they won't care with U.S. operations, and that son. fall season came at the hands games on Oct. 21 and heal vis- against the Boilermakers, even whether it's regulated," said hasn't stopped it from attract- "As seniors. Matt and I try of Purdue just 10 days ago on iting Grand Valley siaii' twice, though they didn't win, will be Bolcerek. "That's what a prohi- ing record fields. to be examples to the younger net. ii. 37-35, in what was .1 with scores of 60-21 and 38-19. the key to making it back to bition does. It drives everything "In 2005 and 2006 we had guys on the team," Samarco back and forth game played This Saturday, the team has theNCAAs, underground." record fields each year. We're said. "No one wants to be in home on the corner of N. its sights sei on the first round Heading Into the playoffs Mike Sexton, who hosts the confident again that 2007 will remembered as a loser." College Park and Poe Road. of the National Collegiate BG is confident, but some- popular World Poker Tour on be the best one ever," he said. Another returning starter is The contest was one of t he best Championships, being held iliing the team is trying not to the Travel Channel, said the ban Thompson suggested that F.rik Marschall, who averaged games coach Roger Mazzarella ,11 Ball State University. On do is look past the two tourney would hurt what has become a loophole that allowed play- 7.4 points and 4.3 rebounds last nasevet seen. Saturday, BG H ill play I laymn. games ihis weekend Playoff considered a sport. ers who qualified online to pay season. "This was what I call a clas- With the wimu'i of that game rugby is totally different than "I wouldn't say it would put their own entry fees directly, The team will also wel- sic BG game." Mazzarella said. facing the winner ol the In the regular season because poker in a death spiral but in the after being given the fees by come back sophomores Brian "All the other teams hate to Michigan State-Ball State anybody can win, according long run it will hurt the growth online poker companies, would Moten, Darryl Clements, Dusan come up here because of the game on Sunday. 1 he winners in Mazzarella. of poker," Sexton said. "The continue to pass muster with Radivojevic and Brian Guerin. weather, especially the wind. of both weekend games will The guys are confident World Series of Poker is going to regulators. The Falcons will be relying on Basically, whoever has the ilu'ii travel to Elkhart, Indiana, they can win," Mazzarella be devastated over this." 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By II.... W.lktr up in a hurry. other runs. WORLD SERIES The Associated Press All ill all, it certainly was a Working on 13 days' rest. lot more attention than Rogers Tigers lefty Nate Robertson GLANCE ST. LOUIS — Chris Carpenter attracted on the field after a opened with three hitiess HOMERLESS The Tigers had was «ell on his way to a World yellowish-brown mark was innings Thai's about normal homered in all 10 postseason games Series win when, all of sudden, spoiled on his hand — he said for the Cardinals—they were a before Carpenter shut down the Tiger people swarmed the mound to it was a mix of dirt, spit and weak 23-34 against left-handed offensive examine his hand. resin, while others claimed it starters this season. HOMERLESS:Game4«illbe \ii smudge, no scuffs. lust a was illegal pine tar. Yet it was the lefty-swing- Wednesday night, provided a forecast cramp, and it wasn't about to A moment later, Carpenter ing Edmonds who got the key of steady rain holds off. blemish his outing. was deemed to be OK. He hit against Robertson, who Carpenter looked every bit proved it. too. by continuing to was pulled alter five innings. a Cards' ace as he threw the set down the Tigers to constant After that. Robertson bided hit off-balance, lined a double Detroit Tigers a curve, pitching cheers, lie drew his biggest his time on the bench talking down the right-field line ihat St. Louis to a 5-0 victory last roar when he got a standing to Rogers, perhaps picking up hopped into the stands. night for a 2-1 Series edge. ovation M~ he came to bat in some secrets about pitching in When Robertson went to a 2- Carpenter used big break- the eighth. cold weather. 0 count on Scott Rolen. Tigers ing balls to spin three-hit ball Rraden Loopef took over Edmonds delivered the big manager llm Leyland went to for eight innings. And with Jim in the ninth and finished the hit the Cardinals missed the the mound. Two pitches later, Edmonds hitting a key double combined three-hitter. last time they held the World Rolen walked to load the bases and St. Louis taking advantage Game 4 will be Wednesday Scries under the Arch — in with no outs. of a poor throw, the Cardinals night, provided a forecast of 2004, St. Louis scored a total The crowd in the lower returned their focus squarely steady rain holds off. If it does, of one run ill two losses to deck was standing, hoping for to the field. NL championship scries MVP Boston. action. And after a forceout Gone were any reminders of leff Suppan will start against But that was al Ihe old at the plate, Edmonds came the squabbling Kenny Rogers Iciciny Bonderman. Busch Stadium, now a mere through. He pulled a hard caused with his smudged Irlt The Tigers had homered in hole in the ground adjacent to grounder down the line that hand in Game 2. all 10 postseason games before the new ballpark. In this new hobbled first baseman Sean Oh, Rogers heard plen- Carpenter stopped them. And place, Edmonds doubled that Casey had no chalice to get. ty from the sellout crowd at a Detroit team that averaged run total with one swing in lite and St. Louis led 2-0. Busch Stadium during pie- 5 1/2 runs per game through- fourth inning. in the seventh, Zumaya game introductions! -is chants out the AL playoffs has scored Preston Wilson, billing made a poor choice on Pujols' of "Cheater!'' echoed through- a total of five in the World high in the order because lie comebacker with runners out the ballpark. Rut (hat was Series. was 5-for-S lifetime against on first and second and no about (he only noise the Tigers It was somewhat of a SUP Robertson, led off with a sharp inns Zumaya tried to go to caused in (his game. prise, too. Carpenter gave up single for the Cardinals' firsi third base and threw it wide Looking fierce with his a season-high seven runs at hit. Pujols showed his strength past Inge, and both runners three-day beard, Carpentei Detroit in June, and the Tigers' and skill when, despite being a scored. showed why he won the Nl I j starting lineup was hitting .356 Young Award last year and is a against him. top contender this season, lie Carpenter had waited a long struck out six, walked none and time for this opportunity He kepi the Tigers' trio of Placido was injured and missed the Polanco, Ivan Rodriguez and entire 2004 postseason, includ- Curds Granderson nitless In ing the Cardinals' matchup I lie Series. with Boston in the World Carpenter's lone problem Scries, a Red Sox sweep. came in the seventh inning. Carpenter allowed only one As Polanco led off by lin- runner past first base. Brandon ing out to good friend Albert Inge singled and made it to Pujols, Carpenter hopped off third in the third on a two-out the mound and looked al his wild pilch, then catcher Y.uliei hand. Molina blocked a curve that Cardinals manager Tony La bounced to keep a run from Russa, a trainer and the entire scoring. Granderson grounded St. I.ouis infield converged out to end the inning. on the mound, peering al Edmonds hit a two-run Carpenter's bare right hand. double in the fourth. A throw- JEFF R08ESSON AP PHOTO JEFF BOBEBSON Plate umpire Watty Bell also ing error by Tigeis reliever Joel HIGH FIVES: Cardinals' So Taguchi (99) is congratulated by Scott Rolen after Taguchi PRIME TIME PERFORMANCE: St Louts Cardinals slaiter Chris Carpenter telebrales after gel- went out to check as reliever Zumaya and a wild pitch by scored on a wild pitch from Detroit Tigers pitcher Zach Miner in the eighth inning ling an inning-ending double play on Detroil Tigers' 8randon Inge in Game 3 of the World Series. Josh Kinney began warming Zach Miner gave St. I.ouis its

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By Tom Withtri Crenncl said Carthon, in The Associated Press his second year running the IT ON YOUR RESUME. Browns' offense, came Into his BEREA. Ohio —Romeo Crenncl office and said he wanted out. bad no choice but to make a "We talked man-to-man tough call. I le had run out of about our situation thai we arc time and excuses. in." Crennel said. "To do what I Maurice Carthon had to go. thought was best for the Browns, With Cleveland's season the organization and the fans of spiraling downward, Crennel Cleveland, 1 decided to accept accepted Carthon's resignation his resignation." asollciisivccoordinatoi Monday Crennel. who is 7-15 in two night, one day alter ihe Browns seasons, insisted that he was scored just seven points in a loss not making a scapegoat out of to Denver. Carthon and Ihat he did not The Browns (1-51 have the receive any pressure from owner NFL's lowest-ranked offense Randy l.erner or general man- and Carthon made some head- ager Phil Savage to relieve his scratching plays calls and per- close friend. sonnel decisions that infuriated Cleveland fans and frustrated See BROWNS | Page II players.

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seasons, will replace Carlhon. total yards and rushing yards. BROWNS Davidson, 39, was given the Last season under Carthon, From Page 11 additional title ol assistant head the Browns scored a league-low The Daily Crossword Fix coach after last season when 2:12 points. brought to you by It's hard to imagine the 45- he nearly took a job with the Crennel doesn't expect any year-okl Carthon. 8 former New New York lets, who will \isii major changes in Cleveland's York Giants fullback who has Cleveland on Sunday. offense under Davidson, a 1 Pancake order 2 San Diego pro paid his coaching dues, quitting. Crennel said Davidson, an former Ohio Slate tackle who 3 Of bees Crennel refused to divulge an) assistant for eight seasons in played (bur seasons in the NFL r 4 Shea team specifics about the meeting or New England, got some expe- before a shoulder Injury cut his 5 Rum cocktail careei short n 6 Practical trainee why Carthon wanted to resign rience running the Patriots 7 Wind-blown soil "I'm not going to get into what offense during training camp Ml is putting his thoughts 8 Pub projectile reasons he gave because 1 don't and In the 2002 preseason when together about what he thinks 1 9 rasa want to speak for him." Crennel coordinator Charlie Weis had and leek Crennel said. "We'll I " 1 10 Washington's successor see how that manifests itself. I 1 11 Citrus spread said. "Maurice and I have been gastric bypass surgery. I 12 Sympathy together for a long time. We've Despite having two weeks to don't think that you can realis- 13 longa. vita brevis 44 Hammed it up seen a Inl of things ill the busi devise a game plan, the Browns tically expect that it's going to 21 Gets wind of 45 Woman's shirt ness. As far as the team is con picked up only 165 total yards manifest itself into a wide open I , 22 Morgan of "Boston 46 Paycheck recipient Public" 48 Endure in losing 17-7 to the Broncos offense over night Por one, the cerned and the talent is CUM 1 26 Zoo enclosure 49 Lower oneself 1 1 ccrned. we fell like il was best tc >i Sunday and are ranked at or players are Ingrained In B s\s 1 I I 27 TV alien from Melmac 50 Gulf of Mex. neighbor us to do." near the bottom ol the league in tem, terminology and so-lorth. 1 29 Presley's middle name 51 City on the Mohawk Even if the Drowns offense most offensive caiegoi ies, If you go in and change all of the 1 30 Bucks' leader? 52 City on the Ruhr 31 Tacks on 53 Cafe au _ Cleveland's offense didn't improved.I ii-iind -aid (lai llion terminology and all of the plays, 32 Small combo 54 Magnani or Moffo would have always been a target move the ball inside Delivers you are starting from scratch. 33 Platter player 55 Crass for critics. 10-yard line until the final plaj "I think what he'll do is pick 34 Sternward 56 Mt. meas. 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The search to find off-campus How to Table of Contents housing begins decorate a By Sarah H.b.r.cht junior, Dana Pable started searching small space Reporter for housing. "I couldn't wait to finally get out of By Lisa Skolnili There is no place like home, but the dorms," she said. The Chicago Tribune finding a place lo live off campus According to the Residence life may be a little harder than students website, die University housing pol- CHICAGO — Living in a rental Maintenance regulations expect. icy requires students to live on cam- usually dictates the way you by Heidi Grieser Bowling Green is the home to over pus for two years unless they are 23 decorate. You are expected to | Page 5 10 off campus housing rental com- years old, are of junior status, will be paint walls light, neutral hues to panies. To some this may seem like a commuting from somewhere that appease landlords worried about lot, hut with almost 8,000 students to is within 50 miles, have fulfilled an leasing the place when you move Parents paving for off-campus housing house, these places fill up quickly. independent student requirement, on. Window treatments are usu- DV Meghan Hunt Mecca Management Leasing have lived on campus here or anoth- ally white roll-down shades, so | Page 21 Manager, Carrie Williams, says er university for at least four semes- you compensate widi economi- through tlie school year they have ters or have completed 30 months of cal curtains or drapes. Any wood student's signing leases and all their consecutive military service. floors most likely have worn Noise regulations properties are almost full by the There is an appeal process patches, which calls for large area by Kristen Schweitzer school year. through the Office of Residence life carpets. Or, if there is wall-to-wall "After the first of the year we are for special circumstances. carpeting, it's probably a murky, | Page 17 usually full, plus we have a lot of For upperclassmen who cannot dirt-concealing hue that needs students who end up renewing their find housing off campus, they resort colorful furnishings to liven it up Renter's insurance leases." to having to live on campus As for the kitchen and bathrooms, For most students, they start look- According to Associate Director dream on. You take what you get by Chandra Niklewski ing for off campus housing in late of Residence Life for Administration and make the most of it. | Page 23 October or early November, to avoid and Technology, Tim King for the All of these truisms frustrated die rush of students also looking Stacy Marienthal when she got As soon as November hit, BGSU See PARENTS | Page 7 divorced and moved back to Cleaning tips Chicago from San Diego three by Keri Ondrus years ago. | Page 16 "We had lived in really nice sin- Living in the university's library is gle family homes both here and in California, but now my circum- Getting along with your roommates not a good decision stances were different. I needed by Jessica Spies to scale down." she sighs Yet she By Dan Doolay dents One popular third choice for also realized that a comfortable, | Page 14 Cavalier Daily (U. Virginia) on-Ground) residents is Hereford, appealing home was more impor- or as those of us who haven't visited tant to her and her two children Engery-saving techniques (U-WIRL) CIIARLOniiSVILLE, Va that area since summer orientation than ever before. —I've been getting the same old prefer to call it, "lliercford." This is a "It was an emotional time and by Tim Sampson question a lot lately: "Where are you solid place to live, as it is built primar- we needed a place that would be | Page 8 living next year?" My response is ily of brick and cinderblock Beyond nurturing and reassuring," she invariably, "Quit being so nosy. look, that, I have nothing else to say. says. Mom and Dad, just keep sending If you're thinking about saving Alter seeing 30 apanments dur- Off-campus housing can be difficult to checks, and I'll let you know when some cash by setting up camp in ing a two-day visit to Chicago, find my address changes." demons library -- it's been tried. Marienthal was totally dJscour by Sarah Haberecht It's not that I'm a had son - it's just One guy even made it past the aged. Nothing suited her needs. that die housing-hunt frustration is three-month mark. But listen to Ml-, Then the owner of a vintage Lake | Page 2 starting to get to me. I suppose the Smalls: You'll never get away with it. View, III., building she had found whole process would be easier if I Consider all the things that could go through an ad a few weeks earlici had a fraternity house to fall back on wrong if you decide to dwell among caught her on her cell phone t< i see or if I had "friends'' to live with. the stacks: il she was coming by. I ler bnilher But really, what is a "friend"? Isn't 11 Whilst you are away journey- had looked at the place and niled it just somebody you've known for ing to the AFC to shower, a group of il out because die kitchen w-as loo a while and with whom you share Commerce students overruns your small, "btit the landlord rcmem common interests and a mutual tent via a hostile takeover. They auc- Ixred that I was coming into lo Cover design - Rachel Greenfield sense of respect? Is dial realty the tion off all your worldly possessions town and called to see if I was still type of person you want to share a on eBay They also bum all of your interested in it," she explained. Features Editor - Alison Kemp bathroom with? I think not. non-worldly possessions wonder- She headed there immediate!) Left look at some of die many housing options available to stu- See LIBRARY | Page! See DECORATE | Page 3 XVWW.BGNEWS.COM OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 Vfatwsday. Octobers. 2006 3 DECORATE "It made me mindful From that I needed to get

and tfll in love with the plan-. With things I could use light walls, worn floor., bare windows, a small kitchen and outdated bath- anytime and anywhere, rooms, it wasn't perfect But it was air) and spacious with gr.tccfulh propor- no matter where I tioned rooms, and way better than move next." anything else I saw. And ii had great potential" she pointed out Fortunately the landlord. Bennett Rosenberg of Relda Real I state bronze and gold, and lei bet children Management Co., was flexible. choose their own luu-s. i ler daughter, !*& Marienthal was able to negotiate ben- Katie, ii. chose paraquet green, and PHOTO FBOM SXC HU efits dial ranged from a new paint job her son. Matt, 17, chose steel gray MOLD: Atle.nt J75.0OO will be spenl to eliminate mold a{ a University ol Kentucky fraternity house In the colors Of her choice and rcfin Pumiturewas (he next hurdle, along ished floors to window treatments with choosing a new designer for lhal and new bedroom carpeting I If also invincible second opinion because Mold invades fraternity house promised to update the washrooms Shless. then based in California, was and may be even tackle the kitchen. accessible infrequently. So Marienthal By Art Jester Involve tearing out walls and ceilings, has had to address mold problems I le saw mat I wanted to Improve hired Chicago designer Michael M( T "it'ssodisniptivclhat they wouldn't be in the SAE house, but this is tin- tirM the place, which was ready to his lien Synanen, who hel|>cd her take a hard able to staj hen-.'' slid BenOutcher, lime SAEs haw- had to vacate the clil," Marienthal points mil. So she look at the furnishings sin- owned Residents of a University of Kentuck) UK associate vice president for aux- house signed the lease, resolving in develop There wasn't much, and most of it fraternity house say ihey were forced iliary services, which operates UK's David Acker, a senior industrial her own take on transmtitalilc deco- was KM sleek and lowslung io lie to move so that UK could clean out IC-SIC knee halls. hygicnist at UK. said the mold prob rating, appropriate Ic it the high-c eilingeil vin- an intonation of mold. It couldn't Crutchet said the SAEs could lent is not serious according to mea- Paint, renowned as the quickest tage span-, it made me mindful that I have come at a worse- time because expect to be back in their house in surements of the air that rcsidcnls an- and cheapest decorating tool, was the needed to get things I could use any- they wen- taking midterm exams, earij lanuary breathing in the house. first thing she used. But as anyone time and anywhere, no matter where Hut at least some members of the The SAB house, an impressive $7.5- Mow-ever. Acker slid the mold knows who has ever struggled over I move next," she says, Sigma Alpha Bpsilon fraternity agree million stmcturei opened in 1999 buildup in the air ducts is the cause which hue to choose, it was harder With thai caveat, Marienthal the mold, a potential health hazard. as a result of donations from and of concern, "it has to be taken care of than she thought. So she bin-d interior splurged on a few fabulous basics that IK- had to eliminated. fund-raising led by the late William or it possibly could gel worse." designer Pearl Shless of Pearl interiors she will IK- able to use anywhere, such SAE members met private!) in I. Young. Voting was a UK alumnus Acker said there an- no federal or in I lecrfield. III., for help with the pro- as a stalely British Colonial bookcase, early I xtolx-i with UK officials to dis- and an SAE member. It is one of five stale laws or regulalions governing cess. clean-lined ribbon-back dining room cuss the mold, and the university's Greek residences that UK owns and mold levels. IM-II then, she stumbled a bit. chairs, a frothy crystal chandelier for offer of temporary housing in dormi- maintains. lie said contractors follow a con- "I painted the bedroom hot pink the foyer and a handsome bamboo tories and the (ireg Page Apartments. Several SAP.s said it was too early to sensus ofsiatulatels from three sourc- because I was coming from bright dresser in the bedroom. "We're convinced there is a prob- know whether most of the 47 mem- es, including the Environmental California and sometimes it gets so She was a bit more playful with the lem, there's no question about that." bers still living in the house will stay- Protection Agency dreary here, Bui it was over-lhe-top." moderately priced pieces she bought, SAH IIK-IUIKT Kyle I lettinger. a junior on campus. EDen Mullen, an environmen- she says, admitting to "three tries to like a chaise in the bedroom that she from I jmisville, said after the meet- UK officials said they expect the tal consultant from Kvansville, bid, get the Willis right in there." Icxlay it's dared to upholster in hot pink and ing. "It's a misfortune that we'll In- repairs will cost at least $75,000 to and the mother of SAE member espresso, while the main living area a flowered area carpet in the living moving during midterms." $100,000 initially. Christopher Crane, first complained is wheat complimented with cream room UK officials ordered the move by One of the biggest challenges is to UK and the SAI- Mouse (iirp moldings. She splurged on the foyer She used her ingenuity to find oilier Oct. 23, tlie date when they expected finding the source of the problem. officials about die mold issue two wiUi a richly burnished faux finish sug- items, like the classic dining room repairs to start. Because the work will Twice before, in 2002 and 2004, UK months ago gested by Shless that blends copper, table she snagged at a thrift store.

Alternatively, you will be banished ancient catacombs underground. cine major caution alxiut signing a es WHICH YOU MM if IAf.lt IX). LIBRARY altogether from the University as pan Yourgang will IK- muted and destroyed lease for an off-Grounds apartment Anyway, I put my paper on your pil- From Page 2 of the mumps-cleansing program by a rival, but a child will have been is that graduate snidents live off- low. I wouldn't count it as late, unless cleverly dubbed "Sequester at Sea." bom - one who, after being reared to Grounds, and you would lie miming you want me to tell the professor why I ing how you got a hold of those in the 3) Someone recognizes your "wolf maturity by a rogue pack of disaffected a slight risk of becoming roommates you happened to miss last Sundays first place. howling at the moon" t-shirt hanging members of the '/. Society, will lead with yourTA. In such a scenario, your grading session. Later, roomie! 2) Overexposure to weird 70s fluo- on a clothesline by die reserve shelf a revolution in the year 2025. only to e-mail excuses for missing discussion If things got really bad between I ascent lighting causes your lymph and reports you immediately - not find that the University has been com- would probably shift noticeably in you, you could always "accidentally" i nodes to swell outrageously - a liltle- for being a squatter, but for owning a pletely abandoned due to the failure of tone: drop his dissertation rough draft in the I Known side effect of overexposure to "wolf howling at the moon" t-shirt. the Capital Campaign 14 years earlier Dear Mr.... lim (I'm sorry, I still don't washing machine. And jusl so we're i weird '70s fluorescent lighting - but 4) You could get kicked out of (they raised only $2.9 billion). It will be know your last name), all clear, grad students use old-school I your condition will be misdiagnoscd demons and have to move to dark "ccitinied down" on \1 II as the "least I apologize for missing discussion typewriters instead of computers, so I is the mumps. Your home will be rel- Library, where you will be forced to significant revolution of 2025," and this morning I nave Ix-en really sick yes. dial would lx- a big deal. I i-gated to a place where no man dares enlist with one of the warring tribal your menu iry will ibus IK- denigrated. and I think it started a lew nights ago last item: lusi remember, if you gel I read: the Special Collections library. gangs of li-Schoolcrs who inhabit the You could also live off Grounds. My when I slaved up late- cluing the dish stuck living somewhere less than OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 4 Wednesday. Octobe. 25,2006 WWWBGNEWS.COM New book helps design small spaces Apartmenttherapy.com is a dailiy blog that provides ideas for affordable redesign

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Ways to help Co-ops provide reduce your face-to-face electricity bill interaction

By Abby Schwimmcr By Rob Tricchin.lli Indiana Daily Student (Indiana U.) U-WIRE (DC BUREAU)

(U-WIRF.) BIDOMINCTON, Ind. - (U-WIRF) WASHINGTON — Bui Bloomington isn't niosl places. Cooperative housing where students If lasl week's cold snap is any indica- live together, ptxil their resources and tion, we might soon be in over our share responsibility for cooking and heads here in southern Indiana's (leaning is growing in popularity on frozen hinterlands. campuses across the nation. As silly as it seems to break out lim (ones, director of asset manage- your long underwear just after the ment for North American Students ol official end of summer, we can't Cooperation, credits the resurgence to fight Mother Nature. Trust me, I've an increased interest among students tried. in building community relationships. Because our schizophrenic I arge residence halls can make stu- PHOTOIllUStB*TIONBY»USONI«UPANDJAB£DMABieNliS I 1HIB,•«,'.> weather seems to want to head dents feel anonymous, lones said, and straight into winter, all of our energy apartment living can lie tough on a bills will rise to untold heights in the student who tries to be outgoing and next few weeks. Maintenance requests depend on lease form relationships. Heating an apartment or a house Co-ops provide "communities of is definitely not cheap, and for those By Haidi Grits.r :!t) days (o fix things, but dial's a long some downtown student apart- face-to-face people," something that who think they've beaten the sys- Reporter time if it's your hot water heater," ments, Floyd Craft, works in his lones believes is waning, even in the tem by living in dorms, think again. Nick Wray, an off campus student downtown shop. Hen Franklin, and face of increased access to technolo- lust because you don't see a bill Imagine some wintery weekend said. boasts of how easy it is for his (en- gies that allow people to stay in touch. doesn't mean there isn't a cost. night, your furnace breaks and your Hi- stressed, "Read your lease ants to find him. NASCO tries to promote co-ops Taxpayers end up taking the hit, facing sure death by frostbite if you carefully because (here are sectkms Craft said once he knows about through various programs and ser- and that hit translates into lower have to wait until Monday morning that address maintenance issues an issue, he takes care of problems vices, including consulting, training revenues for other aspects of higher to get some help and they have to give you contact as soon as possible by calling inde- and networking activities In addition education. lor some off-campus renters information for after-hours emer- pendent contractors to come in and lo providing sen ins lor housing co- Thought you were clever, didn't in Howling Green, dealing with gencies." do the work. ops, NASCO also serves various retail you? maintenance emergencies could lor non-emergencies includ- Some properties Craft owns are and worker co-ops. Not only do energy bills skyrocket become a reality. ing appliances or aesthetic things, located out of the downtown, and lones estimates that 10,000 students in the winter, but so do the emis- Many students visit the student like fixing window blinds or car- he pays Newiove Rentals to manage live in co-ops nationwide. "I don't sions our physical plant belches into legal services office every year pets, most rental places, including his properties. "It's easier for them know for sure, though," he added the atmosphere. No, there's nothing because of (heir frustration at getting Greenbriar, Newiove Rental, lohn to find tenants and they have their "Many exist out then' that we haven't like a nice lungful of sulfur dioxide landlords to fix broken appliances Newiove, and Floyd Craft ask that own guys to cover maintenance heard of." to start the day off right. in a timely manner, said Rodney residents call or visit their office dur- issues." he said. The movement is spreading to a So, in the interest of saving energy Fleming of SLS. ing business hours to inform them Some of the bigger rental oBV es lot ol new campuses." he said, men- and moolah, here are a few ways to "A timely manner may be subjec- of work needs done tioning the existence ol new co-ops reduce your energy consumption tive, because they landlord has up to lYoperty owner and landlord of See HELP | Page 6 in Rochester, N.Y., Athens, Ohio, and this winter Stale College. Pa. • Turn off TVs and computers Anothcr such relatively new co-op is when you aren't using them. Unplug view, but two popular nearby to decreased crime and reduced inCharlottesville.Va. your power cords and cell phone establishments. "bad bartime behavior," the result In lanuary 20tr.i, I aura Hartiuan chargers when you are finished with HIGHRISE From Page 4 Katie Principe, a resident of 445 is arguably the opposite. was pan of a group that founded Co- Ihem (they still draw energy even West Johnson St., disapproves of The walk to Casa Bianca is well operative Housing at the University when they are not in use ... sneaky defends replacing two popular the building plan: "I don't think lit and short," said West lohnson of Virginia. Shortly thereafter, ( \ IIIVA bastards). late-night dining choices for cam- they should tear down an integral Street resident lora Chupita. "It registered as a non-profit Corporation. • Exchange your lightbulbs for pus residents. part of college life to put up con- allows me lo be less concerned for CI1UVA offers "siKial diversity, envi- longer-burning compact fluores- The location, already cluttered dominiums." my safety." ronmental consciousness, and demo- cent lighting. It'll save you a bundle, by a number of highrise apart- Though Casa Bianca owner Students also argue that relocat- cratic decision making" in its house-., plus it'll eliminate that period when ment buildings, is feared to proj- Ffrain Elmzi is considering rclo- ing the restaurant beneath hous- according to its Web she you and your roommates sit in total ect a "canyon-like atmosphere" catingthe lower portion of the new ing intended for "empty ncstcis" Hartman believes these tenets an darkness, in a contest of wills, wait- once the condominiums are built. building, students still fear losing would require the establishment why the organization has added new ing for someone to change the bulb. Students living across from the the convenience of the popular to shorten ils hours of operation, bouses since forming and continues site would sit at the center of this late-night venue. While developers meaning less availability for stu- to see a "steady and growing demand'" SeeMOMEY|Page7 "canyon," losing not only their suggest the project will contribute dents. for space in the its units. 6 Wrinesday. October 2S.Z006 OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 WWWBGNEWS.COM First-year students permitted to Bed bugs may be returning to your bed live off-campus at BYU BII.OXI. Miss. — Good night, sleep smaller than a pinkie fingernail Don't let the bed bugs tight... when adults, are not the scourge of By J.inice Sorensen cook, so food was a lot cheaper Maybe not. their reputations, which puts them bite! The Daily Universe (BYU) Rooms in the Deseret Towers, Bedbug-free generations (hat on t he coot ies scale above head I ice. Here's how to avoid the biting: llelaman Halls and Heritage Halls believed the insect bloodsucker is Still, nothing that sucks our blood ■ What is a bedbug An ancient, worldwide (U-W1RK) PROVO, Utah - Bach dormitories have comparable rates no more than asilly bedtime rhyme is harmless because there's always nocturnal parasite considered a problem potential for allergic reactions and year thousands of Brigham Young to off-campus housing, averag- "Don't let the bedbugs bite!" must until the 1950s, when DDT and other University freshmen continue the ing from $200 to $300 per month. face reality in the 21st century. infections caused from scratching poisons almost eliminated them. Theories tradition of dormitory living, while However, freshmen living in these They're baaaccckkkk. or sheer numbers of bites. (or resurgence are world travel and use of many first-year students decide to buildings are required to also pur- Maybe not in your house, maybe "Bedbugs are not known to carry more enwonmentally friendly insecticides ■ What they took kke. Small. Hat brown and foregolivingon-campusand instead chase a meal plan. not in your town, but rest assured, human diseases," said Goddard. soft Sometimes adults are mistaken for spend their first year in off-campus bedbugs reside in this country. "But for most, it is the psychologi- While BYU offers two meal plans baby roaches. Young bedbugs are the size housing. near $100, other plans come close to After nearly becoming extinct in cal effect of something sucking of a pinhead. blood-engorged adults could Despite the convenience of on- $300 apiece. Some students find the America and much of developed your blood at night. Nobody likes be the sire of your little fingernail campus living and the opportunity meal plan prices to be steep enough Europe, the little vamps are back. the thought of that." ■ Where you fmd them Unlike mice and to begin college life among stu- to dissuade dorm living. Don't panic. Don't reach for the You should know that bedbugs roaches that thrive in dirty surroundings, bedbugs can thrive m clean places and dents in a similar age group, some Mauric Moline, a junior from bug spray. Knowledge is the best border on nightmarish in parts of hide about anywhere mattress frames, freshmen choose to live off campus Piano, Texas, said she had to grow weapon. the Northeast, where The New York cracks m floors, behind wall pictures, in because of cheaper prices. up faster living off campus because Know that they can travel the Times has declared: "Bedbugs are the cuff ol your pantv on the cord of your "Financially, living off campus she had more responsibilities and world and the nation in your lug- tack and spreading through New- mattress was much cheaper," said Diana had to pay her own bills. gage or clothes. Know that even the York City like a swarm of locust on ■ How do you know that a bug mark or whelp is the result of a bedbug or a Pratt, a junior from Wauseon, Ohio, "As a freshman you are required best of hotels and homes can have a lush field of wheat." mosquito' Thai's a toughie. and even for who chose to live off campus for her to have a meal plan, so loud off them. Know what to look for _ the You should know that bedbugs doctors its an imprecise science. Look for first year at BYU. "I knew I could campus is a lot cheaper" she said. stealthy bugs themselves or their can secretly hitch a ride anywhere. other bedbug evidence in your sleeping make my own meals and I like to "Living off campus is very economi- evidence. The latter would likely be Airplanes go to places that never area Multiple biles may mistakenly be cal." tiny blood spatters on sheets when lost bedbugs. People move to new identified as hrves or scabies ■ What is bedbug evidence Visually seeing Though she did not want to deal you inadvertently squashed them countries and so do bedbugs. That's them or seeing unexplained tiny spatters with freshmen hoys who had not yet in your sleep one ofthe theories why Europe and of blood on sheets. been on missions. Moline said she "In Mississippi, bedbugs are still America lace Infestations, thought ■ What to do? Studies show bedbugs are HIGHLAND believes those who live on campus uncommon but ever increasing." lo have declined in the 20th cen- immune or little affected by household MANAGEMENT have different opportunities than said Dr. lerome Goddard, stall' tury because of insect icides. sprays They're difficult to locate and eradicate Do your research, talk to (or I W I Washington St. Bowling QRM others. medical entomologist with the 'I think what happened is that hire) a professional pest control company "Sometimes I feel like I missed out 419-354-6036 Department of Health. "M\ first years ago we treated cockroaches Also, wash every bit of cloth in a room on the freshman bonding experi- 15 years at the health department I with hard insecticide' and inad- ence," Moline said. "When you live heard of or investigated two cases vertently that was giving l>cdbug We had a cast- in Starkville not long The Highlands- Graduate Housing. on campus, you get close friend- In the last three months, I've had control." said Blake lay ion, urban ago in an upscale neighborhood, One bedroom. Laundry ships with the people on your floor, four cases, but I would not hear entomologist for the Mississippi and the best we could trace it was facilities in building. YOU miss out on freshman activities about all the cases, because there Slate University Extension Service. thai she'd been on a cruise." A/C. Quiet! like dances and parties." are no regulatory requirements, "I lien we Started using something The national media are reporting Many freshmen choose this "Bedbugs are a 'new' thing and different and easier on the envi bedbugs in rich and poor hotels. Jay-Mar Apts. Quiet housing. Remodeled, people should know about them." ronmenl and specific In roaches. apartments, and homes. laundry facilities in building. These nocturnal critters, the See FIRST-YEAR | Page 8 "There's that and the fact that "1 think bedbugs will be here for A/C, Gas heat. Call size of a pinhead when babies and hedhiigsarc gelling moved around. a while," said biyton. 354-6036 for a showing.

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• Clean your dryer's lint trap problem because she felt rental com- "Students know that we offer cer- MONEY before running it. Not only will this panies were not updating dieir hous- tain things to them, mid if that is what improve air circulation, but it'll also PARENTS From Page 5 From Page 2 ing lists. they arc looking for then it is a lot keep you from catching the dryer on "John Nevvkivc would not update easier for them to find a place.' • If you have your own place, use fire and burning your dorm down. l:all 2006 semester there were a total his lists I would go lk at apartments She also said College Park is gener- your microwave to cook when pos- (Although, if your residence bursts of 446 juniors and 210 seniors living and houses and want to sign a lease, ally full by the first of December. sible. It uses much less energy than into flames, you won't have to worry on campus but when I went back the next day, "Now that we have The Knclave 2, an oven, and besides, 10 minutes is about heating it anymore.l Are rental companies filling up so they were already leased out. It was there is more housing available for much too long to have to wait for • Now this last one's tricky, kids: quickly that students have to live on really aggravating" she said. students, and I do not think we will leftovers to get warm. Wear more clothing Although your campus because they cannot find lohn Newlovc was not available for have a hard time filling up the spots • Itir those of you who wash your tube top might show off your, uh, somewhere off campus? questioning. at all." dishes, make sure your washer is assets, it's winter - put on a sweat- "If upperclassmen are defined sole- "I knew what 1 wanted, and thank- To avoid such tight competition, full before each load, and use a lew er! And don't even get me started on ly as individuals with junior and senior fully I found somewhere to live. It just students who are able to live off cam- energy setting if there is one avail- the ccrtifiably insane flip-flop wear- status, then the numbers are more wasn't until April," Rable said. pus should know what they an- look- able, lor those of you who let your ers who think letting toe cleavage consistent year to year. (her the last College ftirk Community I'roperty II ig for and do it early. dishes pile up, make sure what- hang out in sub-zero temperatures four years, we have housed between Manager, Holly Reinhart, feels off Rental companies do fill up quickly, ever species of mold is springing is cool. 421 and 464 juniors and between 195 campus housing is hard to find in and if students do not lake action, up from your leftover crumbs isn't Seriously, folks, save it for when and 210 seniors." Bowling Green if students an' looking they may be out of luck when it comes emitting toxic spores. the weather breaks — next June. lor table, finding housing was a for something specific. to living off campus. WAL-MART SUPERCENTER ALWAYS LOW PRICES

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who live off campus, the ages ol New Orleans students residing in hotels FIRST-YEAR roommates may vary by a consider- From Page 6 able degree. By Jodi S.Cohen 'Even today, I called when we were running out "I decided to live close to campus KRT option and enjoy the benefits of with two other freshmen i knew of toilet paper. They were there in two minutes. the freshmen community, despite from home, and we lived with a NEW ORLEANS —The casino slot higher costs. junior." said Kathryn Esplin. a machines will get covered and ads You don't get that normally in a dorm." "It is a family rule to live on cam- sophomore from lilackloot, Idaho for sundedt massages stripped from pus our first year," said Reagan majoring in therapeutic recreation. the walls, instead ol cabaret acts, the Dominique Hayes | Dillard University student living in the Hilton Eoote, a sophomore from Boise, I he ages in our ward ranged from theater will host a study lounge and Idaho, who lived in Heritage Halls about It) to 26." computer center. Mexander Marcoixiulos, 23. a first- that destroyed three dorms. as a freshman. It wasn't my deci- Some freshmen find that living And don't expect any midnight but yeaj law student evicted from his off- lunior Dominique Hayes, 21. said sion, hut I'm glad that I did." in apartments off BYU campus can fets aboard the Dream, an Bixi-frxit campus apartment when he refused she feels like a celebrity in the hotel l-oole said the dorms provided a be helpful in adjusting to the college cruise ship whose passengers will be to pay n'lit after I lurricane katrina She's had hot wings and chicken friendly atmosphere where fresh- lire. Inline University students, faculty hit Aug. 29, tenders delivered to her room, and men can find instant friendships Living away from home lor the and stalf for the next live months. The universities have scrambled employees clear her food when she's with others who live In the same first time, accepting new respon- After hurricane damage. Rood to find every smdenl a bed — even finished eating in the lobby restau- building. sibilities and taking more difficult waters, and price-gouging landlords it it meant sleeping with a life jacket rant, which luis been turned into a I vei yone was going through the classes are all experiences that fort til students Irom their dorms and under it. cafeteria and nicknamed the lllue samcthing.'Tooic said. "We were all older roommates have already gone off-campus homes, colleges and uni- Ibr the students, this is a privilege 1 x-vil (are for the schools mascot freshmen and we were all new. It's through and can help freshmen in versities promised to find them new in a city where hundreds of thou "liven today. I called when we were nice to have someone going through deal with. housing if they promised to return sands of homes were wiped out after running out of toilet paper. They were the same things as you are." "I loved it because I had really to school the hurricane and many evacuees there m two minutes. You don't gel Ionic said each dormitory also good roommates that were oldei The cruise ship is just one of the continue to wait for trailers and othet that normally in a dorm." said I laves, had its own sense of pride that may than me and took me under their more creative solutions to the hous- temporary housing assistance from from Pittsburgh, who was consider not exist off campus. wing." Pratt said. ing problems lacing colleges in New the Icderal Emergency Management ing applying for a front desk job at "I thought it was funny that each " Ihev told me what to do and Orleans. Igency the hotel. 1 group of dorms had a little rivalry," gave me advice about which classes Some students an living in hotels College students acknowledge Students — and about 100 fac- I note said. "We had stereotypes for to take." — in one case at a I lilton where they they are living large, especially the ulty and stall members also living at the other buildings" Esplin said she thought living have 24 hour a day room service. »(KI I )illard University students at the the hotel — get twice weekly maid Freshmen who live in the dormi- off campus would provide a more Still other students and some fac- I lilton New ()i leans Riverside hotel. service, access to a gym, and full- tories live with hundreds of other mature atmosphere and she was ulty eventually may wind up living in Students will live and take classes sized beds instead of twin Ixxls in die student their own age. along with able to receive help from more expe- trailer homes. at the Hilton for the next six months donns. some students who return to the rienced roommates if she needed it. "It's exciting to be living on a ship. after their historically black college "I don't know how I'm going to dorms for a second year "My older, wiser roommate knew It's a place to live, which is more than suffered S500 million in property make it to class. These beds are so However, depending onthe apart- everything, so if 1 had a question I a lot of people have right now," said damage from the stonn and a fire comfortable," Hayes said. ment complexes chosen by those just asked her," Esplin said. VBGNEWS.COM OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 Wednesday. October 25.2006 9

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take a look at an apartment Ix' pre- By Amanda Hoover Amanda Opini. pared for it to be downright scary I Hoover actually went to look at one last year Opinion editor Many students who have lived in the that was so gross I clidnt even Want to residence halls here on campus ate walk in. There wen' Ixvr cans every- reading iliis column right now Vbu where and mold growing in the sink know why! Because they live in the and the carpel wasn't even attached residence halls and this column will Management, lohn Newiove Rentals, to the t!r. help them get nut. C.rcenhriar, the Fnclave. and Newiove As disgusting as it was. I still ended Nn matter how friendly you arc, liv- Rentals, up going with the same company ing in a small box with 50Other people I know what you're thinking. You're because they had some really great and sharing one bathroom gets old. thinking: "She just said Newiove apartments, too. So just remember which is why then1 are SOUK things Mentals twice.'' Nope, I hat is tile sec- not to get too discouraged when vuu you need to know beftne you try to gel ond thing you will learn here today, see the oad apartments. an offcampus apartment there are two Newiove Rentals. There Another point I think till students PHOTO FROM SXCHU The first is timing. If you want to is lohn Newiove and then then' is just should be aware ofb the secret behind live off campus next year, start looking the plain, old Newiove. My best guess utility hills. Some companies have for an apartment in January. I'm not is they must be related. places where utilities are Included Looking for rental property that joking, even with as many apartments I lowever, this will Ix1 instrumental in the n'nt, and some make you pay as there are in Howling Green (and when you begin looking for a place yenn -own. Your main utilities are water, permits pets may be difficult there are a lot), they will start filling up to stay because both places have a electricity, sewer and gas. I spent my before March long list of stellar apartments. Don't first month here waiting in abject ter- By Rob.rt Whitfield And many landlords require So go out and gel a copy oflheBG make the mistake of overlooking one ror lor my first bill to arrive. KRT pet Ice" of up to S!>00 in addilioi News and start looking at the ads. of them because of the name, The hint: get tin all-electric apart- to the standard deposit lo covet Yes. because they have more apart- Which brings me to my new point ment If you can do this, then the I or someone with pels, renting an damage that a pet may cause. ment ads then I haveeva seen in any There an' a lot of great apartments in difference between paying your emu apartment can be a frustrating and I'et lovers who rent must hi paper in my life. Not only will you And li(i. There are also some really, really, often disappointing task, espei ial prepared for these extra expense (upper Beech, hut you'll see Mecca awful ones. When you ask to go and RENTALS K ly in a competitive market when the) choose lii on ii a pet. Don't blame the landlord. Some What are the odds? don't want to deal with repairs Roughly four out of 111 apart (ever try replacing a carpel that a ments listed, based on a nations cat has made its litter box?) or dam- average, lake pets. No co-ed housing gives parents comfort ages thai sonic pets can inflict on But keep in mind that some prop the property. ei lies only accept cats. And vviilm Staff Editorial to choose 10 live with someone of the junior and seniors. \likel I'ersky, general sales man their policy, some may allow only Daily Targum 11 opposite sex seems to pose uuy lew [he argument is not that since othei ager at lor Rent Magazine/Orange spayed, de-clawed, indoor cats. harms hut allow students a greal deal schools have this policy, we should. County. Calif., and I orrcnt.com, for dogs, there are often breet of more choice in housing. but ratherthal it Isdearthal thispolic) has some lips: and weight restrictions. Ihehiggci (U-WIRE] MAY BRUNSWICK. \.|. Ifwewanl loliu'withoiii brother or has been implemented without the Starl mi the Internet. the dog and the more aggressive Sending a child away to college lor the sister, friend or significant other ol the world crashing down. Many Web Sites allow you lo nar the breed, die hauler ii will be Ii first lime is a nerve-wrecking experi- opposite sex then it should Ix- within Furthermore, same-sex couples in row your search lo see only places find an apartment ence for many parents, as the) cm be our right to decide that. relationships already have the option that take |)els. In some cases, your pel ni.iv In worried about grades, dmgs. alcohol, I he opium lor couples to live ol living together and so ii seems dis- Forrent.com, for instance, the "interviewed" and photographer: sex .ind all ill the oilier harms thai together is available for oil-campus criminatory to prevent couples, or lop search feature is lor proper before von move in Could possibly happen on a college housing because they an' not under i". en friends, of the opposite sex to live lies dial accept pels, \nolhei good Oiler to sweeten the pot campus. the jurisdiction of the school. However, together. Web site is peoptewithpets.com. MOSI landlords who prohibit Due thing that does give mam it should also be an option for students ot course, we as students could Companies such as l.iiilield animals won't fall foi acutephoii Is -.lilace is the fad there is no living on campus as well understand and would sup|>oit the Properties use ii to lisl their ol your pel or your insist. ■ HI cd housing among roommates ol in fact, it is already an option lor a idea ol in nl housing but the tad cil available units thai accept pets. I hilly won't tear up thecal theoppositi sexforfirsi yearstudents graduate student to apply for housing the mallei is thai it is not that simple Apartmentguide.com and Rent but if you really love die plac I at Rutgers University, foi am with their spouse icu parents, com are two others. IIv offering the landlord an exlll idiiatcs living on campus. Students are legally adults by the Although students are nol liv Narrowing your search to elimi- security deposit oi a littler i. fora minute there was : 18, and most students attending Ing under the clailv guidance ol their nate those apartments thai don't than they're asking. Ig dial men and women college are that age or older, [hen parents in institutions of higher edu lake pels will save time, but more large properly in.n,. mid cohabitate not only if we arc old and mature enough to cation, many parents still fund their importantly, il can save vim the c ompanieswill nol beabletodevi undei the same roof but also in the map out out lives in ways thai deter- child's education and would probably disappointment ol seeing a great ale from their pel policy, but SOI1K same room mine what path we take in the future, fed thai they should have sonic s.iy in apartment in your favorite local ion individual owners mav he per- ,<-lhev would IH'IH'SI friends, why shouldn't we lie able 10 decide (he living arrangements ol theii child onlv to find it's unavailable. suaded to change their policy Scant others 01 cum life something as simple as whom we When parents send their children to Understand what you'll pay. I laveyourcheckbookandaposi partners The question, then, is win should live with? college they are sending them under It's inn unusual lor a landlord to live reference from your previous shouldn't [hey? (IIherschmls.suchasthc University charge $15 to $50 more per month Allowing junior and senior students of Pennsylvania, allow this policy lor See CO-ED | Page II for rent because you have a pet. ScePrrS|Pagel6 WWW.BGNEWS.COM OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 Wednesday. October 25700611

er would likely cut down on the Single-family dwellings not suitable COED actual number of room-change From Page 10 requests, because they're used to each other's styles. By AN H.rnjnd.i three left. But rather than splitting the place." the pretenses that their children will In the current system, there are The University Star (Texas Stale U.-San rent between two of them, the three She said one of her landlords, whose lx' able to complete their course already many housing transfer Marcos) women decided to pack up and leave. name is listed on the leasing contract work as well as survive on their (AMI requests and those are accom- "That'soneof the first things I asked as "HE. Leal," is the person she and Without them. plished quickly and without much (U-WIRE) SAN MARCOS, Texas - before I signed the lease. I said. 'Is her roommates made their checks out Some may say that allowing co- fuss. Monique Mounce stood in a nearly this single-family zoning?' and my to every month. Because Mounce had eds in die same housing room could This new policy should no enipry house Friday afternoon. landlord pointed BOOM the street and the master bedroom, she paid $360 encourage risky behavior. Another more than a drop in the bucket In the living room, all that was said that side is. but this side isn't.'" each month and her two roommates, argument against it is that it poten- for University Housing to arrange, left was an orange couch against a Mounce said. "We wouldn't have got- I/iri Kinser, undecided sophomore tially leads to more roommate trans- especially if one building, wing or wall and a couple of hoard games in ten this house if we knew this was and Katie Oirbin, marketing junior, fers, if a girlfriend and boyfriend liv- floor is allotted to this specialized boxes. The kitchen, also in a state of going to happen." paid S320. ing together break up mid -semester. housing. frenzied moving, had whitecandles, Mounce said she and her room- R.F.. leal declined to comment on While it is indeed tnte that a nasty Cored housing should be an sallshakers and other knickknacks mates did "pretty well asking ques- the situation, saying only (hat he was break up would likely involve one of option for students who choose to gathered in small heaps, begging to tions about the lease and the house under the impression that the housing the roommates attempting to move lake advantage of the opportunity. be packed. considering they did not know every- was undergoing a "zoning transition' out. it seems that this isn't a great it is unreasonable for the insti- Mounce, biochemistry junk>r, and thing about renting property from single-family zoning to multi- deal. tution to be selective about what her two roommates signed the lease I his is all really inconvenient," she family zoning Students will most likely !*■ fairly responsibilities they think young at 1810 Nevada St. until next spring, said "1 am prc-phannacy; I have a Holly Mullins. senior planner with intelligent about choosing who they adults should have, especially when but were notified by the city marshal's huge It'AI test next week and I have San Marcos' planning and develop- are going to live with, especially if it is those |xilicics have been demon- office in late September that they were a Kaplan course I have paid for to ment services department, said she for an entire year — students won't si rated to work elsewhere. in violation of San Marcos' single- prepare me for it and I have to miss it was not aware that the owners of that randomly decide to live with a per- If they wish to decrease the family zoning law. I1ie\ wire issued a because I have to do things like move address have applied for a zoning son of the opposite sex that they've chance of problems, they can guide conditional ticket and had the option out of this place, sign a new lease and never met before. us in a safe and educated way with nl Staying in the house if one of the switch my electricity over to my new See FAMILY | Page 14 Also, siblings or such living togeth- public health classes or programs.

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10. PEOPLE IN ADS WONT REALLY BE LIVING NEXT DOOR ". RELATIONSHIPS WITH POTENTIAL ROOMMATES MAY FIZZLE BY SPRING 8. CONDITION OF DREAM PROPERTY CAN CHANCE DRAMATICALLY DO YOU REALLY KNOW THAT PERSON WELL ENOUCH TO SICN A LEASE NOW' •. WAIT UNTIL YOU CAN SEE THIS WINTERS HEATING BILLS J. LOOKING FOR A SUBLEASOR DURING SUMMER IS NO FUN AT ALL , WHY LET A LANDLORD HOLD YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT WHEN YOU DON T LIVE THERE 1. MONTHLY RENTS WILL LIKELY DECREASE AS NEW PLACES ARE BUILT FOR NEXT YEAR WILL MISSOUTON SPRING LEASE SPECIALS WINTER COATS ARE CALLED OUTERWEAR FOR A REASON. 1. THE HOUSING FAIR ISN T UNTIL OCTOBER 25. 2006! Move to Winthrop Terrace Apartments where the HEAT is INCLUDED with the rent.

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take a look at an apartment Ix1 pre- By Amanda Hoover Amanda Opinion Editor pared for it to Ix' downright scary. I Hoover actually went to kx>k at one last year Opinion editor Many students who have liuil in the thai was so gross I didn't even want to residence halls here on campus are walk in. There were' beer cans ever] reading this column right now Vbu where and mold growing in the sink know why? Because they livi* iii riie and the carpel wasn't even attached residence halls and this column will Management, lohn Newiove Rentals, totheflocc help then) gel out. (ireenbriar. the linclave, and Newiove As disgusting as it was. I still ended \u matter how friendly you are, liv- Rentals, up going with the same company, ing in a si i Kill box wilh 50 oilier people I know what you're thinking. You're because they hail some really great and sharing one bathroom gets old, thinking: "She just said Newiove apartments, too So just remember which is why there are some things Rentals twice." Nope. Thai is the sec- not to gel loo discouraged when you you need to know before you try to gel ond thing you will leant here today, see the Ixtd apartments. an off campus apartment. there an two Newiove Rentals. There Another point I think all students PHOTO IBOMSKHU 'Hie first is timing. II you want to is John Newiove and then there is just should be aware of is the secret behind live oil'campus nod year, star) bokjng the plain, old Newiove. My best guess miliiy bills. Some companies have for an apaninenl in lanuary. I'm not is they must be related. places where utilities roe included Looking for rental property that joking, even with as many apartments I bwever, this will be instrumental in tile rent, and some make you pay as there an1 iii Howling Green (and when you begin kxrking for a place your own. Your main utilities are water, permits pets may be difficult there are' a lot), they will start tilling up to stay because both places have ,i electricity, sewer and gas. I spent my before March. long list of stellar apartments. Don't first month here waiting in abject ter- By Robert Whit field And many landlords require I So go out and get a copy of The BO make the mistake of overlooking one ror for my first bill to arrive. KRT "pel fee" of up to $500 in aclclilioi News and start looking at the ads. ni them because of the name. The hint: get an all-electric apart- to the standard deposii to covei Yes, because they have more' apart- Which brings me to my next point: ment If you can do diis, then the For someone with pets, renting an damage thai a pel may cause. ment ads then I have ever seen in any There are a lot of great apartments in difference between paying your own apart men) can be a f rust rat i ng and Pet lovers who rent must hi paper in my life. Not only will you find l«.. I lure ate also some really, really, often disappointing task, especial- prepared for these extra expensi Copper Iieech, but you'll see Mecca awful ones. When you ask to go and See RENTALS | Pace 16 ly in a compelilive market. when Ihey Choose to own a pet, Don't blame the landlord. Some What arc-1 he odds? don't want to deal with repairs Roughly four out of 10 apart ever iry replacing a carpel thai a ments listed, based on a nationa cat has made its litter box?) or dam- average, lake pets. No co-ed housing gives parents comfort ages that some pels call inflict on Hul keep in mind thai some pre >p the property, erties only accept cats. And withir Staff Editorial to choose to live wills someone of the junior and seniors. Mike! Persky, general sales man their policy, some may allow onlv Doily Targum (Rutgers) opposite sc\ seems to pose very few The argument is not that sine -collier tiger at lor lienl Magazine/Orange spayed, de-clawed, indoor cats. harms but allow students a great deal schools have this policy, we should, County, Calif., and Forrent.com, For dogs, there are often breet ol more choice in housing. bin rather that it is clear that this polic) lias sonic lips: and weigh) restrictions. I he bigger Ul-Wllil : \IU BRUNSWICK VI.- Ifvvcwanl In live with our brother or has Ix-cn implemented without the Start on the Internet the dog and the more aggressive Sendingachildawa) to college tot the sister, friend 01 significant other ol the world crashing down Man) VVeb Sites altowyou to nar- the breed, the harder ii will be ti Bra time is a nerve-wrecking experi- opposite sex then il should be Within furthermore, same-se\ couples in row your search to see only places find an apartment. ence for many parents, as they can U' our right to decide that relationships ahead) have the option thai take pels. In some cases, your pet ma) tx worried about grades, drug?, alcohol I he option for couples to live ui living together and so it seems dis- Forrent.com, for instance, the "interviewed" and photographer sex and all oi the other harms that together is available lor oil-campus criminatory 10 prevent couples, or top search feature is for proper- before you move in. could possibr) happen on a college housing because they are not under even friends, oflhe op|xisiiesc\ to live ties that accept pets. Another good Offer to sweeten the pot. campus, the jurisdiction of tin-school. However, together. Web siu- ispc-iiplcvvillipets.com. \insi landlords who prohibit One thing thai does give main il should also he an option lor students ol course, we as students could Companies such as I airfield animals won't fall for a cute plum parents solace is the foci there is no living on-campus as well. understand and would support the Properties use it to list their of your pci or your Insistence thai co-ed housing among roommates of In fact, it is ahead) an option lor a idea of CO-ed housing but the tact of available uniis thai accept pels. Fluff) won't tear up the carpet. theopposite sex for first-year students graduate student to apply for housing the matter is thai it is not that simple Apartmentguide.com and Rent But if you really love the ptal I — or at Huigers University, for any with their spouse tin parents com are two others, IIv offering the landlord an extn raduates living on campus, Students are legally adults by the Although students are not liv Narrowing your search to elimi- security deposit oraliltle more re III )u-; imagine foi a minute there was >: lit. and most students attending ing under the daily guidance of their nate those- apartments that don't than they're asking. -ml; a thing: that men and women college arc lluit age or older. 'I hen-Ion: pan-nis in institutions of higlrei edii take [lets will save lime, bill more Large property-management at Rutgers could cohabltate not only il we an- old and mature enough to cation, man) parents siill Rind their importantly, it can save- you [he companies will not be able to d« i uiulri the same roof but also in the map oui cuii live- in ways thai deter chilcls educatic in and would probablv disappointment of seeing a great .He- iiiim their pet policy, butsomt same room mine what path we lake in the lutun-, feel that they should have some say in apartment in your favorite location individual owners may be per 1 Perhaps they would Ix Ix'si friends, why shouldn't we Ix- able to dedde the living arrangements of their child onlv to find it's unavailable. snarled to change theii policy siblings, significant others ot even life something as simple as whom we When parentssend Ibeirchildren to Understand what you'll pay, I laveyotire hec kbookanclaposi partners, The question, then, is whj should livcwithi college they are sending them under It's not unusual (bra landlord to me- reference bom youi previout shouldn i they? ' tiller schcxils. such asdic I Jnivci\ii\ charge $15 to $50 more per month ADowingjunioi andsenioi students ui Pennsylvania, allow this |x>iic-v foi See CO-ED | Page 11 foi rent because you have a pet See PETS I Pace 16 WWW.BGNEWS.COM OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 Wednesday. October 25.200*11

er would likely cut down on the Single-family dwellings not suitabli CO-ED actual number of room-change From I >10 requests, because they're used to each other's styles. By A.N. H«rnahd*z three left. But rather than splitting the place." the pretenses that their children will In the current system, there are The University Star (Texas State U.-San rent between two of them, the three She said one of her landlords, whose be able to complete their course already many housing transfer Marcos) women decided to pack up and leave. name is listed on the leasing contract work as well as survive on their own requests and those are accom- "That's one of the first things I asked as "R.E Leal," is the person she and without them. plished quickly and without much (U-W1RF.) SAN MARCOS, Texas - before I signed the lease. I said, 'Is her roommates made their checks out Some may say that allowing co- fuss. Monique Mounce stood in a nearly this single-family zoning?' and my to every month. Because Mounce had eds in the same housing room could This new policy should no empty house I'riday afternoon. landlord pointed across the street and the master bedroom, she paid $360 encourage risky behavior. Another more than a drop in the bucket In the living room, all that was said 'that side is, but this side isn't," each month and her two roommates, argument against it is that it poten- for University Mousing to arrange, left was an orange couch against a Mounce said. "We wouldn't have got- Ix)ri Kinser, undecided sophomore tially leads to more roommate trans- especially if one building, wing or wall and a couple of hoard games in ten this house if we knew this was and Katie Corbin, marketing junior, fers, if a girlfriend and boyfriend liv- floor is allotted to this specialized boxes. The kitchen, also in a state of going to happen." paid $320. ing together break up mid-semester. housing. frenzied moving, had white candles, Mounce said she and her room- H.l- leal declined to comment on While it is indeed Due that a nasty Co-ed housing should be an saltshakers and other knickknacks mates did "pretty well asking ques- the situation, saying only that he was break up would likely involve one of option for students who choose to gathered in small heaps, begging to tions about the lease and the house," under the impression that the housing the roommates attempting to move take advantage of the opportunity. be packed. considering they did not know every- was undergoing a "zoning transition" out, it seems that this isn't a great It is unreasonable for the insti- Mounce, biochemistry junior, and thing about noting property. from single-family zoning to multi- deal. tution to be selective about what her two roommates signed the lease "This is all really inconvenient,"' she family zoning. Students will most likely be fairly responsibilities they think young at 1810 Nevada St. until next spring, said. "I am pre-pharmacy; I have a I lolly Mullins, senior planner with intelligent about choosing who they adults should have, especially when but were notified by the city marshal's huge PCAT test next week and I have San Marcos' planning and develop- are going to live with, especially if it is those policies have been demon- office in late September that they were a Kaplan course I have paid for to ment services department, said she for an entire year — students won't strated to work elsewhere. in violation of San Marcos' single- prepare me for it and I have to miss it was not aware that the owners of that randomly decide to live with a per- If they wish to decrease the family zoning law. They were issued a because 1 have to do things like move address have applied for a zoning son of the opposite sex that they've chance of problems, they can guide conditional ticket and had the option out of this place, sign a new lease and never met Wore. us in a safe and educated way with of staying in the house if one of the switch my electricity over to my new See FAMILY | Page 14 Also, siblings or such living togeth - public health classes or programs,

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YOU SHOULD NOT SIGN A LEASE FOR NEXT YEAR PRIOR TO SPRING SEMESTER:,

tO. PEOPLE IN ADS WONT REALLY BE LIVING NEXT POOR RELATIONSHIPS WITH POTENTIAL ROOMMATES MAY FIZZLE BY SPRING CONDITION OF DREAM PROPERTY CAN CHANGE DRAMATICALLY . DO YOU REALLY KNOW THAT PERSON WELL ENOUGH TO SIGN A LEASE NOW? WAIT UNTIL YOU CAN SEE THIS WINTERS HEATING BILLS 5. LOOKING FOR A SUBLEASOR DURING SUMMER IS NO FUN AT ALL WHY LET A LANDLORD HOLD YOUR SECURITY DEPOSIT WHEN YOU DON T LIVE THERE J. MONTHLY RENTS WILL LIKELY DECREASE AS NEW PLACES ARE BUILT FOR NEXT YEAR . WILL MISS OUT ON SPRING LEASE SPECIALS WINTER COATS ARE CALLED OUTERWEAR FOR A REASON. 1. THE HOUSING FAIR ISN'T UN IIL OCTOBER 25, 2006! Move to Winthrop Terrace Apartments where the HEAT is INCLUDED with the rent.

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Greenbriar Is conveniently located at 433 drug stores, video stores, restaurants, offers 9Vi month academic leases, MECCA Thurstin Ave. (just across from and supermarkets. One mile from McDonalds) and has been oper- year leases, summer leases and BG5U campus. MANAGEMENT INC. limited quantities of semester ating for over 40 years. They Call 419-353-2772 leases. Most of their units are Located at 1045 N. Main St. in feature furnished suites, a com same complex as A.A. Green munity kitchen, on-site laundry located within one block of "CARTY campus for the students' Realty, and Marco's Pizza. Mecca facilities, study and recreation convenience. Give Greenbriar, Inc. RENTALS offers several housing options to areas, and free parking across suit individual needs, plus com- from Offenhauer Towers. Prices acall today at 419-352-0717 Carty Rentals Office is located in mercial space and storage units. are affordable and can be paid or visit us online at Bowling Green at 316 E. Merry *3, monthly. All utilities and cable www.greenbriarrentals.com 2 blocks across the railroad tracks • Eff., 1/2/3 bdrm apts. included. Students have their for all your housing needs. from Offenhaur towers on campus. • 3 bedroom townhomes • 2/3 bdrm duplexes & houses choice of a semester or a 9-Vi We have been in business for 40 • At the Heinzsite Apts. there month lease. Rooms are well- COPPER BEECH years and have all our houses, that is free internet access, and at maintained and repairs are made are large enough, grandfathered in TOWNHOMES Evergreen and Hillsdale we will promptly. Newman housing is a for multiple unrelated tenants over 3 give an internet credit on the community that fosters Catholic Located at 2057 Napoleon Rd. and legally able to live in unit. 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By Jessica Spits remind the roommate. Reporter ■ Plan a roommate night. Have a roommate night in which you and .vhen living off campus, students your roommate eat a meal togeth- iflen have more conflicts with er or go out for a movie together. :hcir roommate than they would if Having this planned should help hey lived on campus. to relieve any tension and will also ' It is more difficult because there help to relate with the other person. ye more responsibilities that come This will help to get to know the .vith living off campus. other roommate on a more per- Without an HA and other restric- sonal level. tions that a dorm provides, it may ■ Re courteous and he mindful of ie difficult to set rules. what your roommate needs. If they Here are some tips for getting have to study for a big test the next llong with your roommate when day, don't listen to loud music or iving off campus: have a lot of people over. ■ Create a roommate agreement. ■ Don't assume anything until \s soon as everyone has moved in, you've spoken with your room- reate a list of rules that all room- mate. If they didn't take out the nates Will abide by. I his gives a garbage or do the dishes, politely >asis for what everyone needs and remind them to do so and find out •an make a more peaceful living why. By not immediately yelling at ' irrangcment. This is also helpful I hem, you will get a better response or if a roommate breaks a rule, the and they will most likely comply. igreemenl ran be brought out to mate.

Discrimination stands in FAMILY "If they have friends and you have friends, and the way of many renters From Page 11 you both have friends over at one time, you just change, Muffins said her office lakes doubled the amount of people By Margery Austin Turner And white couple. zoning-change applications all the Carla Herbig And landlordsdon'l tell disabled lime, and that the application, which that may come to visit." applicants not to apply. is about hall a page, takes in minutes Bill a deal woman, living a I IV to till out. She said once the applies Newspapers and IV commentar- system lo gathei information lion is complete; the teaming process 'II they have friends and you have tools to help them becomeoi contin esaround the country have been about advertised rentals, can'l usually lakes several months and a friends, and you lx>th have friends ue to lie "good neighbors' and "good >u/./ing with alarm about sk\ get anybody to accept her calls or series of steps, ovet at one time, you just doubled the citizens in the community" Includ- ocketing housing prices, answei herquestions, Kenneth Bell isone of four city mar- amount of people that may come lo ing information on the i in s zoning But loi main Vmericans, spiral i (impelling evidence that dis- shals in Sm Marcos whose job is to visit," Bell said. "Usual!) infheinstance codes, moving tips and ways students ne, Inline prices and rents aren'l crimination persists comes from enforce cit\ codes, including those ol a single family, the) have one set ol range! loknow their neighbors, he only barriers to housing oppor- ,i recent series ol paired testing" dealing with junk vehicles, single- friends." Bell said the city marshals hti|x' to tunity and choice. studies bj the Urban Institute family /nning. land development and Bell said the unit runs Intover) tew make presentations regarding c ilv Discrimination In landlords, In a paired test, two people lone building codes, cases where the) are called out to a Cades and /oiling lo Irishman classes eal estate agents and mortgage minority and one white, or one \nd although lie would not speak residence and |xs>plc are minding in the future, because educating the enders stands m the waj ol disabled and one non disabled! specifically on Mounce's case, he said their own business He said there is public is one of his office's main goals, 00 many families searching for a pose as equallj qualified home- the unii lias :i7 active cases regard- USUaH) a reason why grievances are I think it's a ready good step in the llacc to live. seekers. ing multiple persons living in singlc- filed and bis job is lo follow up on right direction, bridging some gaps DIM rimination isn't as oven as Both call or usii a real estate famit) zoning districts, [his number complaints, which are usually called for the different types of ixuplc living 1 1 once was; often il is so subtle thai agent Ol landlord to ask about a is up from the 27 grievances filed in in by neighbors. In the instance of a in San Marcos," he said "A lot of folks ictims don't even recognize it. house or apartment advertised the spring, which icsulted in only two single-laniih zoning violation, lie said navel through the community lor a Real estate agents no longer tell as available. Both make exactl) lines being Issued I Ie said not all were all parlies, tenants and landlords are limited time and don't realk get to African tmericans thai the) are the same request and record all students; some turned out to be vet) notified know lire city and its codes and this is inwekome in a white subdn I- the information and service thej large lamilies. lie praised the recent Introduc- a good opportunity.'' .ion. receive. Bell said one of the main problems tion ol fexas sun,-. Good Neighbor loanne Smith, vice president for liui an Vfrican-American couple Because the only difference regarding more than two unrelated Program as a "new evolution" in the Student Allans, said although she Isitinga real estate agent is shown between these two customers is |>c<>ple living nuclei a single root is university's effort to educate iis stu- did not know all the deiails regarding ewer homes and less affluent that the number of people visiting dents and the public-. Hie program Mounce's recent move, she had heard H'jghbnthouds than a comparable increases. See ETHNICITY i Page 16 provides fexas State students with about it Jl

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By K«ri Ondrui Keri pile up for a lew nights, these annoy- wonders on stains. Simply increase any hard surface. Reporter Ondrus ing little suckers make kitchen's the ratio to equal parts, and blot Something that stands in the way Reporter their playground. Luckily, it's not those stains away. If the stain is of cleaningfor many college-students too hard to get rid of them. Apple greasy, put some cornstarch on it. is finding time. There always seems ictwccn forgetting trash clay three cider vinegar? Check. Dishwashing leave it for an hour, and then vac- to be something to do, whether it's ivecks in a row and organizing soap? Check. Half an inch of the uum before using the vinegar and heading to class, work, or an intra- i lollies into piles of "clean," "not-so- vinegar in a glass. Two drops of the soap mixture. mural game. t lean." and "finally needs washed," Cleaning is not an inherent abil- soap. Stir. Set. Leave it alone for a Vinegar can be any cleaner's A good way to avoid this is do homes of college students can ity we humans have. It is a learned few hours, then admire the fruit fly partner in crime, for an all pur- clean during a favorite television bci ome. in a word, nicssv action, perfected from trial and error graveyard. pose cleaner, mix a half cup of the show, livery commercial, try to _ .It's difficult to transition from and tips learned along the waj There's probably a stain or two on wonder product with a half gallon get as much done as possible. This living at home, where many stu- These are some lips that I have the carpel in the home of each and of water and a quarter cup of bak- makes the commercials go by more dents have parents who do most of learned while living on my own: every college student. The same ing soda. This can be stored for quickly, and the work seems to fly the cleaning, to living by one's sell. Got fruit Hies? Alter the dishes concoction that gets rid of flies does months, and can be used to clean by as well.

Landlords only tell them about ETHNICITY some of the apartments on the PETS From Page 14 market and don'l let them inspect From Paqe 10 everything that's available. i heir race or disability status, they African-American and I lispanic landlord ready, but don't be disap- should receive the same informa- homebuyers face the same sort of pointed if the answer is no. 1 ion and assistance. discriminatory treatment from Give yourself time. Systematic differences in treat- their real estate agents. Having a pet makes it more dif- in ii) — telling the minority cus- In addition, they are sometimes ficult to find an apartment, but you tomer thai an apartment is no steered away from the most afflu- will find one. onger available when the white ent and predominantly white Many apartment communities :ustomer is mid he could move in neighborhoods, where compara- have come to realize it is easier to iext month, for example - pro- ble whites are shown homes rent units if pets are accepted. . ide direct evidence of discrimi- They are also less likely to get And properties thai accept pels uition. help —from either their real estate have found that advertising to Ihis Paired testing call lies housing agent or their mortgage lender niche market brings them plenty ol iroviders in the ad of discrimi- with the complexities of mortgage renters. tating. financing. For example, I ■'or Kent Vlaga/ine More than 20 percent "I the \sian American hniiicscckcis offers a perforated insert called I or inies thai African \merican and also receive inferior treatment, Kent for Pels thai shows only listings lispanic renters ask about adver- especially in the homenwnership for pet-friendly apartments. ised apartments, they receive less market. Native Americans who try (iive yourself time to shop around nformation and assistance than to r iiii housing outside their tribal and be ready for that perfeel place nmparable whites. lands lace discrimination. when it's available. PHOTO FROM SXCHU Now signing 2007-2008 Leases Come see what we have to offer! Some of the more important details to have pets, the person before you RENTALS include: may have had a pet Vou should ask From Page 10 1. The ckisesl washer/dryer facili- if there was any damage done to the ties, laundromat costs can really add aparlmenl. lor instance, the person utilities and having them built into up. before me had a cat thai destmyed the your mil is almost non-existent. My 2. Parking. Many places down- carpet (kxxl for me, because when I Mill \in Mam. hill for one month in an all-elii trie town will require that you have a city moved in, there was all new cat] xi. 641 Third si i apartment was $20. Thai included my parking permit Some places oiler no .■>. (iarhagc. When' is the neaiiM 702 rhirdSi water and electricity. options lor parking and you may find 111 M dumpster? Trust me you will want to Id Am So viin SIT. he careful when you're yourself walking a long way from your know ibis anagement doing the price check because your car to your apartment Ii. Panics. My lease has built into il cost of utilities may not be as signifl Chariestowa tptt. 3. (irace periods, Some places have that I may never have more than Bve "hi Scon Hamilion Home* Available cant as you think. a three- to Bve-day grace period on people in my apanmenl at a time, lusi 730 Scon Hamilton dote to campus Finally, don't forget to ask about all youi rent So, if your mil is due on the something to look in ta the details, these companies should first and you don'l gel (Mid until the ('all to make an appointment today! So By lo keep all ol ibis in mind lx' more than willing in fill you in and Mid Am Management lliinl.il may not be a problem. when looking for your first apartment. 641 Third #4 BG answer any questions you have about 4. Pet policy. Iliis is imponant not Il can he a hassle, but it's ail worth it 352-4380 the property If not you probably don'l only if you have a pet, hut if you're when you get to have your own bath- [email protected] want to go with them anyway allergic. Chances are if you are allowed room. WWW.BGNEWS.COM OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 Wednesday. Oclobef 25 200617 Controlling noise levels off-campus done by technology, respect

By Krisl.n Schw«itz«r Some city apartment complexes "Students have the right to call the a way as to disturb or annoy other According to lohn Newlove Realty Reporter such as Copper Beech and University police," Dawn Olfon of John Newlovc tenants of building," according to it enough poto reports accumulate Courts Apartments advertise on their said. She also said that the agency PnJened Properties' lease. a resident can be evicted from theii Different apartments and houses in websites as having sound control sys- follows all zoning regulations when il Ilien' an' roiiM'tjiirnu's to face for residency—a costly consequence for Bowiing(ireen have different ways tems. comes to noise students who do not abide by housing being a nuisance. of handling noise complaints. So do This is one way of controlling noise, Most rental agencies tend to recom- contracts and city ordinances when it In the case of an eviction, student; neighbors. but many of Howling Green's apart- mend renters to have common sense comes to noise violations. are required to continue paying oi Iliese regulations may affect where ments and houses are older and do and to respect their neighbors. Most "I really don't have noise restrictions the residency, unless another on u students choose to live off-campus. not have innovative technology. students agree to such terms when other than what the city enforces," pant can be found. Students have many options when Many local rental agencies, includ- they sign their housing contract and lohn (arty of Carry Rentals said. It is also possible for students U it comes to where they are going to ing Carry Rentals, Bowling Green pay their deposit. However, what the city enforces protect themselves from neighbors live during their college career, but Village and John Newlovc recommend "Iissee(s] agree to use and occupy could become hazardous to some "Bowling Green has an ordinance each location has different noise regu- calling the police department when a the premises in a safe, careful and students, should they chose to ignore lations. neighbor's noise gets out of hand. proper manner, not to act in such warnings. See NOISE | Page 22 Renting Starts NOVEMBER 1 ST

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m ■ ■ WWW.BGNEWS.COM OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 Wednesday. October 25.200619 Best friends may not be your best roomies Loophole in lease makes problems Staff Editorial an already stress-ridden process. ByjMscaMilotkli the problem-solving will help resolve Success Bootcamp. Michigan Daily (U. Michigan) When revising the lease-date ordi- I MCT issues in a responsible and mature No one wants to always be stressed nance. City Council should push way. out because there are no dean dishes ANN ARBOR, Mich. - The exploi- signing dates into lanuary — after • Robin 1 laming was excited when she "When you're young, youth and or because they can't find the sofa tation of a loophole in Ann Arbor, the firsl-semestcrtumult of adjust- ; moved out of her dorm room and stupidity go hand in hand," says Boyce under their roommates' stuff. Mich.'s new lease-date ordinance ing lo University of Michigan life ' into an apartment. She was finally free Watkins, a Syracuse University profes- So set die limits in advance. Make is a perfect example of how well- has subsided. from the rules and restrictions of liv- sor and author of the rxxik "1-vcrything a list of chores that explicitly says who meaning attempts to improve stu- A significant barrier to dissipat- I ing in a dorm — no more signing in You Wanted to Know About College." is responsible for what. If one per- dent life can be thwarted by a lack ing the fall housing rush is the - guests or dealing with annoying dorm "If a student wants to move off cam- son does the dishes, dien another can of information. student body itself. assistants. pus, prepare as best as you can in vacuum and a third can take out the The joint Michigan Student Collective ignorance of the 90- '. She even got her own room in the advance. You're going to pay tuition in trash. Assembly-City Council committee day ordinance calls for housing- new place. the school of life, life's most valuable If a problem arises and one person drafted the ordinance in hopes to related education on campus. MSA But. apartment living wasn't all it lessons come from our most costly dixsn't do his share of the work, have relieve students of the chaos of the needs to make students aware was cracked up to be experiences. You're never going to a meeting — immediately. The longer fall housing rush. of the purpose of the ordinance, ) Cleanliness was a huge issue for learn about life if you don't live it." a problem is left to fester, the harder il However, a clause that allows the nature of the loophole and I laming of (ixipersburg, Pa., who is FINDTHK RIGI IT ROOMMATKS will be to confront die person about landlords to "request" that their the importance of student — and • a senior at Shippensburg University. You've finally moved out of the it tenants sign a waiver allowing landlord — cooperation. Ants began invading her new apart- dorm, where you were assigned to lire "If you have the list on paper, they them to begin showing houses and fducation, however, is not ment as dirty dishes piled up in the with the psycho roommate with hot can't argue with you as much." says signing leases before the required enough. Even if students and sink. pink hair who refused to talk to you. Boyce Watkias, a professor at Syracuse 90-day waiting period defeats the landlords manage to uphold the Ilartung eventually got so fed up You're apartment-mates are going University and author of the book purpose of the ordinance. spirit of the ordinance, the dizzy- with getting stuck washing pots and to lie so much better, they are your "Everything You Wanted to Know The Ann Arbor City Council ing challenge of finding housing pan before and after every meal that three best friends. Everything goes About College." "Most people will must close this loophole, but a near campus in a tight, overpriced slit- finally (Kicked them all up and along perfectly until Stilly slops Hiking eventually give in." real solution to the housing rush market still remains took them home. out tlie trash and |oe doesn't wash the It's important to agree in advance students face in Ann Arbor will Ultimately. University Housing "We had no pots or pans for the rest dishes, ll doesn't bother you the first that if a problem does arise, all parties require more than a reworded will need to respond to the pent- of the year," she says. few limes. But one day it gels to be tixi involved will lay the friendship .aside legal document. up demand for centrally located Almost every college student who much, and you explode al your lazy, and approach die issue as business Although the 90-day waiting housing that off-campus housing has moved from a dorm to an apart- slop[w friends. partners. Nothing said in the problem- period only temporarily allevi- fails to satisfy. ment probably has a honor story to I(H> many friendships have Ixvn solving meetings is meant lo attack ates the housing problem, closing he defection of uppcrclassincn tell about messy roommates, unavail- squandered away because people another person on a personal level die loophole would al leasl give from dorms to off-campus hous- able landlords or complicated finan- think living with their best friends will fverydiing is strictly business. first-year students a three-month ing reflects fundamental flaws in cial problems. lx1 problem-free because they will If roommates can follow through on foundation for the budding social the University's housing philoso- I he problems may have seemed automatically make great roommates, this practice, they have a much better networks that will make up next phy — flaws that a few new build- unavoidable, but with a little advanced Oftentimes the exact opposite is chance of remaining friends. year's living arrangements. ings and an updated model for planning, sticky financial, roommate true, Friends usually doril make the A huge cause of tension between However, a December date for Student housing can fix. and landlord situations can lx- avoid- best roommates because it's bard to roommates are significant others lease signing coincides with final See LOOPHOLE Page 24 ed or their effects minimi/i.'d. do business with friends, and paying When setting advance guidelines for exams — adding more stress to Sit down with your roommates rent and utility hills are the business I if dealing with such visits, common «^n^b ^SLIE GlK ULlE QBIE Q^^ fTJ\ t~^sV r^jflk ffl^ft ^jafc t)efore moving in and wrfte down every roommates. sense should come into play. 35 HB BD LJU TJO QD ZJE ZSC Z-C !JC IJC single expectation and detail, advisers "It gets into an interpersonal issue "If one of you is having a lot of m m say That includes making decisions and causes anxiety about being asser- sex, try to have the sex al your dates about grocery shopping, cleaning, iivc."says Roger Danchise, the director house or a hotel instead of yours and m m having visitors or "significant others" iii counseling and student develop- your roommates house when pos- Live in a HOUSE s|K'tid the night, how the bills will lie ment al Bentlej College in Boston. sible." April Masini of wwwAskApril. close to campus! F paid, when and bow loud you can "People have a hard time bypassing com says. "If you tire having sex at your play music and addressing any issues theanxiet) ofconirnnting their friends house, have it in your room, with the May & A u g u st Leases unique to your rcximniales. It may about roommate issues." dixir shut and locked, not common A v a i I a ble sound cheesy and ,i little bit nerdy. but What usually happens is the) nevei space." it will save a kit of stress and |x>tential discuss llie problems and things end The same gin's for parties. If you live- with quiet, studious people, don't Call 352-9392 fights down the road. up blowing up and fights break out. fur current listing "Leave nothing to chance, even if Setting guidelines in advance can throw wild parties at your place, find il makes von squirm lo have to dis- help eliminate some of the problems. another place to party. These houses won't last long Call l OD.VI ' cuss it." April Masini of wwwAskApril. If everyone knows what is ex|xtted Small considerations such as these com says, "lust keep telling yourself of them and the rules are written can go a long way in building tnist m that whatever the level of discomfort down, people are more likely to follow between roommates. m is now, it's guaranteed to be It) times through on their responsibilities, If the situation seems hopeless DO worse if left to festec" If you have explicit conversations matter how much you try to work out But even with the best advanced before you get Into that situation, die problems, distance can be a gixxl r? ^ planning, problems and disagree- you're going to have a much healthier solution. Not necessarily geographi- m FROBOSE RENTALS I* ments are sure to arise. Keeping a and happier livingenvironment," says w SeeROOMMIES|Pacje24 Wyo rn nn QQ UQ QC L^MJ nc JL3C MJC C9D cool head and leaving emotions out of Brendon Burcbard, the CBO of College tjs?

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Ohio is According a I r e a d y known lor its to Columbia harsh win- Gas of Ohio: ters, but off- In November o' 200: campus stu- dents have *asSll357 This ye* Used heal the average is pro !ectediobeS8847 much ear Winter heal her this year, son. wh«i I With the first months, begins on snowfall of the year Natural o; such as maj coming lasl and the;'' week and many hav- ing alreadj taken their coats from the depths of their closets, the cost ol uas i" heal apartments and hoines isa familiar problem for some. I he clashing ol personalities is especially difficult for sonic PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY ALISON KSMP AND JAREO M( ' students, since other finances come into play when deciding on how high — or low — the You're moving off-campus; will mom and dad still pay.'7 heal should be kept at during the cooler seasons. Students paying increases preparation for life after college The Columbia Gas of Ohio recently announced that com- By Meghan Hunt students thai attend the University "Not all of us can live off the 'Mommy pared to this time last year, gas Reporter live off-campus. prices will actually be lower. r Of the 9128 of undergraduate stu- and Daddy' meal plan" About S2. i will be shaved off the For many, college is a transition dents that live off-campus, some do bills of consumers on average. between being a teenager and being live off-campus, Knight said, but Danielle Spishak | Enclave resident Regardless, many students nil an adult. With each passing year, little there is no way to tell how many pay campus face problems with the vestiges of adulthood start trickling their own way residents," she said. parents endorse that But for those amount they'll still be paying. down into the carefree lives of early I lulK Iteinhart, the property man- Many students have a financial deal whose parents pay lor everything, it Rachel Cninan. senior, said 20-somethings. ager at The Knclave, a popular apart- worked out with their parents lot•vari- could be a step back. that living off campus is diffi- One of the biggest transitions of ment complex among lit! students, ous reasons. Once college ends, these students cult in general, as many students college is going from living a'nt free said the amount of rent coming from Sophomore Megan Link lives in could be poorly equipped to deal with such as her maj ahead) have in the home of a parent to living in a the residents versus the amount com- Copper Beech, where her parents pay the rigors the adult life brings. financial burdens to deal with. place of one's own and paying ones ing from an outside source, such as her rent, and she pays her utilities.The On the other hand, there arc some "I h/ing nil campus is kind of own bills. their parents, is about equal. splitting of finances, said Link, actu- students that will be completely pre- difficult.' said Coman. Of course, some students here at While one may assume that the ally saves her parents money; pared for what adult life has to offer. As lor how Coman and her IM iStl are lucky enough to have their administrators of apartment com- "They would have paid for four These students are the ones who pay roommates deal with individual parents pay the rent for them. plies would rather the money come years in the dorms so they said they'd for everything; food, rent and utilities. preferences for heat, she says According to William Knight, direc- from the parents, Retnhart and her pay lor how much that would have "Not all of us can live off the "not everyone agrees on hou tor of the on-campus Institutional associates like doing transactions with been," she said 'Mommy and Daddy' meal plan," high the heat should 1M-... I jusl Research organization, over half of younger people. liir many, living off-campus is a sophomore l-jiclave resident Danielle the total amount of undergraduate "We really like working with our step towards adult responsibility, and Spishak said See HEAT | Pa 22 Wednesday. Oclobet 25.2006 OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING GUIDE 2006 WWWBGNEWS.COM NOISE Co-op community living From Page 17 hai says you cant create unreason declining in Ann Arbor ink- noise," siiicl Rodney Renting law- erforStudent legal Services. By Taryn Hartman month for an apartment near cam- "As long as you prove ihiii it was Michigan Daily (U. Michigan) pus. our neighbor thai K being unreason- Co ops traditionally have ,i tcpu ahlc, well then, you wouldn't lie in ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Despite a 1 at ion as a haven for hippies, t hough Violation" Hcmingsaid. resurgence In cooperative housing across the country, they seem to be Students should abo IK1 aware of In college towns across the country, opening their doors to more main- other consequences thai may result Ann Arbor's co-op community is Stream residents. from noise complaints n the police experiencing a decline, lones said the biggest problem are balled and Bndi ither illegal acth ity According ID Inter-Cooperative facing the ICC which oversees 19 students can IK1 penalized for that as Council President Travis loins. co-ops in Ann Arbor, is a difficulty well, according to Fleming, interest in co-ops has waned generating publicity around cam- "Once they're [the cops| there, over the past three or four years, pus. [hey dtscova more serious things," prompting an increase in the cost "Our main recruitment tool is I tenting said 'You don't have 10 allow of cooperative living. word-of-mouth," lones said. And the police to search youi property" I he OOSI per prison has gone up word of mouth can !>c fickle: One Lardords and renters must also slightly during that time. While the person who has a bad experience protect themselves, Increase hasn't made rent signifi- In cooperative housing can scare [he Ohio State Bar Association has cantly higher for individual resi away five or six people, lones said, created tenant and landlords rights dents, It's indicative of a disturbing while someone who has a positive ind obligations thai musl befbflowed. trend of lack ol interest, lonessaid. co-op experience will only recruit Landlords have responsibilities and i he average cost of living in ,i one or two people to the co-op way nayet to the state should they violate co-op is about S460 per month, of life. hem PHOIOILLUSTRATION B» AIISOM KiMC AND or $2000 to $2200 per semester, lim lones. Travis's father and a including food and utilities. Most former executive director of both University of Michigan dorm prices the ICC and North American fall between $3,000 and $4,000 per Students for Cooperation, said he semester. Students living in a CO op isn't sure why Ann Arbor's coop- Why Rush are also required to contribute four erative community has been strug or five hours of work each week to gling in comparison to those in Into Signing A Lease?? the maintenance and operations of other college towns. Hut he agrees the house, with his son that only a small per- tn Lease Signing Begins January 16 "Shared labor is what makes centage of the student population them so cheap," lones said. actually knows that co-ops are an Off-campus housing in the city option. UNIVERSITY is notoriously steep. It isn't uncom- mon to pay more than $600 per See CO-OP | Page 24 VILLAGE & UNIVERSITY Preferred Properties Co. 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nished already, but she is concerned what we're good at, which is resi- INSURANCE about the dollar amount of tenants' ROOMMIES CO-OP dence halls and on-campus apart- From Page 23 property because of their comput- From Page 19 ments." ers. From Page 22 While University Housing is cur- think about die potential cost to Cubbedge agreed and said once cal distance, Masini says, but "We get lots of people who grew rently focused on improving its them if they don't get some sort of a student adds up the cost of lap- rather emotional distance. up in Ann Arbor," said lim [ones, existing residence hall and dining coverage, according to Cuhbedge. tops, computers, DVD's, CD's, stereo Separating yourself emo- currently NASCO's director of asset communities-includingthc ongo- "If you accidentally caused a and television equipment, clothing tionally from the situation management. ing renovation of Mosher-Iordan fire, would you want your wages and jewelry they might be surprised will help you feel less frus- Ann Arborisoneof four American residence hall, construction of the garnished for the rest of your life? just how much money they have trated. cities where cooperative living has Hill Dining Center and the pend Some people might think you can't invested. "Having a roommate that historically been very successful. ing construction of North Quad get blood from a turnip, but you In the case of a disaster, most stu- you like, but isn't compatible The other three are Berkeley, Calif.; Residence Hall - the University can because you'll have a paycheck dents won't be able to calculate the to live with is a great practice Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn.; and maintains a good working rela- when you get out of college and get loss accurately. for being able to communi- Austin, Texas, where the University tionship with the ICC, Levy said, a job," Cubbedge said. "You're not going to have any idea cate, compromise and make of Texas and the city of Austin are and actively promotes co-ops as an While the future is important, what you had if the whole place is adjustments." she says. building a new complex of co-ops affordable alternative to traditional some students might have trouble wiped out. Can you honestly say you The worst possible room- for students. off-campus living. seeing past tomorrow. know what every piece of clothing is mate is a significant other. Both Travis lories and his father Another feature of co-ops is the But the present is also something in your closet right now?" Cubbedge "Living with a boyfriend or saidthekeytothe success of co -ops flexibility they offer when it comes Cubbedge addresses. said. girlfriend is for the incredibly in cities like Austin is constructive to lease lengths. "I just ask students one question: Cubbedge knows landlords rare- horny or the incredibly stu- partnership between universities Only one co-op — King House Would you have enough money in ly require renter's insurance, but pid," Watkins says. and local city governments. on Kingsley Street —offers only 12- your savings account to buy back would like to see that change and It's a quick way to lock "That would be great if we could month leases. Other co-ops usu- what you lost?" Cubbedge said. for all landlords to require insurance yourself into a relationship do that up here, but it's not in the ally offer leases from four to eight Gillespie's apartments are fur- for renters. you can't get out of. Chances cards because the University likes months. for pregnancy increase. to make money off its students and During the summer months or And if you do break up, you keeps building dorms," Travis (ones with special permission during the stress about who's going to said. school year, residents can sign con- provides gas for over a million cus- move out and who gets the University Housing spokes- l racts for just a month or two. HEAT tomers. In order to fulfill the needs sofa. man Alan Levy explained that This kind of affordability has been From Page 21 of consumers, the gas is transported the University originally built and a huge help to Engineering freshman through pipelines to wherever it's structured Oxford Housing as lames Rivard, who pays for his own want to keep the heat at a reason- needed, which increases the cost HOW TO PICK A cooperative housing but discontin- room and board. able level." when considering consumers at the GOOD ROOMMATE ued the practice in 2000 because of Rivard estimated that living in the But what exactly do students pay very end of the service radius. ■ To select a compatible living partner a lack of student interest. Nakamura co-op on State Street saves for in their monthly gas bill? The cost of the gas itself is influ- look for the answers to these four "Our experience was that stu- him between $2,000 to $3,000 a year Several factors contribute to those enced by supply and demand. Long quest ions: dents really look to on-campus ■ Smoking: Does the person smoke or compared lo University dorms. fateful numbers printed on a bill bouts of cold can easily increase the not? If so. is this a problem (or you? housing for a traditional residence He compared residence hall life to other than the natural gas itself. demand for gas, since almost every ■ Schedules: Does the person have com- hall experience or an apartment living in a co-op. Acquiring the gas and making it consumer is expected to increase patible sleep, class and work schedules? experience," I.evy said. He said co-op living had added available contribute to the price, as their use of gas to compensate for ■ Sharing: What am I comfortable The University has no plans to benefits aside from the low cost. gas companies must make it avail- the chillier temperatures. sharing with this person chores, pos- provide cooperative housing to stu- sessions, etc? "1 don't think they have 28 people able to all consumers within their Jenna Kary, senior, says that try- ■ Space: How do you and t respect each dentsagainbecausethereisalready that they can call really good friends jurisdiction. ing to conserve money is her top others space and privacy? 8 high-quality option available in or that they can depend on," Rivard Columbia Gas of Ohio, the larg- priority when it comes to how much WAYS TO SAVE the form of the ICC, Levy said. said. est natural gas supplier in the state, gas used. "This is their sole focus, and Engineering junior Liz Maxey, MONEY they're good at it," Levy said. "We Rivard's housemate, said living in Movmg into an apartment brings a think we're doing a better service Nakamura is a lesson in responsibil- boatload of new financial burdens. By. for U-M students by focusing on smartly cost-cutting in these areas, you ity. Varsity Square Apartments can be sure you'll have enough money to pay the bilk Where Your Pets Are Welcome! ■ Buy your own coffeemalter instead of going lo Starbucks or other coffee- The University should provide more shops every day. 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments ■ Pick up frozen pizzas from the grocery LOOPHOLE desirable, modem livingarrangements store They re cheaper than ordering From Page 19 - such as apartments or suite-style FREE HEAT! takeout dorms designed to accommodate ■ Split a Net'lii subscription with your Although plans for the construc- larger groups than the typical Markley (Ground floor. Ranch Style Private Kntrance' friends instead of gotng out to the tion of North Quad are underway, the double - for students tired of asylum- movies Air Conditioning 24-Hour Kmergency Maintenance inability of University-owned housing style halls and cement-walled rooms. 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