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Friday, December 10, 2010 Vol. 132, No. 40 www.studlife.com Washington University in St. Louis University expands study SU approves speech abroad options in Shanghai by CNN reporter

ALAN LIU EDZ’STA | FLICKR MICHAEL TABB Though Treasury requires all NEWS EDITOR NEWS MANAGER petitions for Assembly Series speakers to be submitted near Washington University will Student Union Treasury the beginning of the year, the launch a new study abroad pro- approved funding to bring Soledad body decided to allow ABS to gram in Shanghai run entirely by O’Brien to campus as part of the find another speaker to make up Washington University faculty, Assembly Series. for Belafonte’s cancelation. ABS starting in fall 2011. The CNN news anchor will chose O’Brien, who they believed The program will be offered in speak in Graham Chapel on April would be effective at getting a sim- both the fall and the spring semes- 5. The lecture is sponsored by The ilar message across. ters and will be hosted on the Association of Black Students, “It’s very hard to replace the campus of Fudan University. which is sponsoring the lecture as caliber of Harry Belafonte, as he Currently, the University offers part of the Martin Luther King Jr. was such a civil rights activist, but a faculty-led summer language Symposium. we think that Soledad O’Brien program in Shanghai, as well Treasury approved ABS for will definitely work,” said senior as spring and fall programs in $38,368.00, which will cover fees Adam Abadir, ABS president. Kunming, China, through the for O’Brien’s speech, travel and “She has such a broad base of School for International Training. hotel stay, as well as a light recep- appeal to so many students, [and] Washington University senior tion for students. The reception we thought that she was good fit lecturer in Chinese Judy Mu will Fudan will be open to all who attend the for the week and the school.” relocate to China and serve as the lecture. Two installments of the “In resident director for this program. O’Brien, who anchors “In America” series focus on the The program has been in devel- University America,” a documentary series struggles and experiences of black opment for three years, according on the challenges of living in people in America. The National to Professor Lingchei “Letty” and its collaborations with America for members of various Association of Black Journalists Chen, director of East Asian Washington University races, will speak on segregation named O’Brien Journalist of the Studies and academic director of in the 21st century and hold a Year for 2010, and the NAACP this program. Noting the role of Located in Shanghai, this prestigious Chinese university has question-and-answer session in awarded her its President’s Award China in today’s global society, collaborated with the University on many programs. Here Graham Chapel on April 5. in 2007. Her reporting has cov- are just a few. Chen said it was important for the ABS was initially going to ered everything from Hurricane University to have a presence in bring singer and political activist Katrina to the earthquake in Haiti, China. Washington University–Fudan University Harry Belafonte to Washington focusing primarily on humanitar- “The chancellor has this vision Executive MBA University on Oct. 25 in conjunc- ian concerns. of setting up various programs all The Wall Street Journal ranked this joint venture as No. 2 tion with its Black Arts & Sciences In addition to anchoring “In over the world, especially with Festival week, but he cancelled at program in its 2010 survey of executive MBA programs. CNN our partner universities,” Chen Taught largely by University faculty, the program is de- the last minute because of illness. SEE , PAGE 9 said. “Our vision is to provide our signed to prepare Chinese managers for global executive students with this opportunity to positions. experience Chinese society first- hand, not just for two or three U.S.–China Undergraduate Conference on Climate WU students bucking weeks as a tourist or on a short Change and Sustainability summer program. We wanted This unique event brought together students from both universi- to give our students the opportu- ties to hear from some of the key players in the climate change national trend on loans nity to stay for three months at a debate and participate in a mock U.N. convention on the issue. time.” These discussions resulted in a white paper drafted by the stu- SALLY WANG loans because some students take Students can extend their study dents detailing their recommendations. STAFF REPORTER out loans without our knowl- abroad experience by studying for edge,” said Bill Witbrodt, director an entire year or transitioning to Although the national aver- of Student Financial Services. McDonnell Academy Global Energy or from the summer program. age for college students taking “However, if we were able to and Environment Partnership Fudan University was chosen out loans has increased over the have an accurate count, I’m sure to host the program because of Fudan is a member of this past years, similar trends have we would see a decrease in the the close relationship between University–hosted research not been observed at Washington loan numbers.” Fudan and the University. Both coalition. According to University. According to Witbrodt, the MAGEEP’s website, it is “a institutions are members of the According to a recent analysis University has adopted the policy consortium of 25 universi- McDonnell International Scholars ties and corporate partners conducted by the Pew Research of awarding financial aid without Academy, and the University’s working together in energy, Center’s Social & Demographic loans to students whose fam- summer language program is environmental and sustain- Trends project, college graduates ily annual incomes are less than hosted by Fudan University. ability research, education, who received a bachelor’s degree $60,000. In addition, Student Chen said that through the and operations.” Fudan and COURTESY OF WUSTL PHOTO SERVICES in 2008 borrowed, on average, Financial Services makes an new fall and spring study abroad Washington University plan Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton deliv- 50 percent more than their coun- extra effort to minimize the size semesters in China, the University to exchange researchers ers an address at the Shanghai terparts who graduated in 1996. and quantity of loans students can offer classes not available in specializing in these subject Forum this past May, during which These figures were adjusted for take out using other available areas. he received an honorary doctorate inflation. sources of funding in lieu of stu- SEE SHANGHAI, PAGE 9 from Fudan University. The numbers come as no sur- dent loans. prise to students. The national analysis found “With college tuition on the that 24 percent of 2008 bach- rise, it is not too surprising that elor’s degree graduates at more students are taking out for-profit schools borrowed more Students irritated by late ﬁ nals, loans,” said junior Anna-Marie than $40,000, compared to only Muchen. “A lot of college kids 5 percent of graduates at public end up being in debt after gradu- institutions and 14 percent at not- holiday travel plans affected ating. It’s kind of depressing to for-profit schools. realize how much getting a bach- The undergraduate tuition BECKY PRAGER said. “We’re always sensitive to as it could,” Hosack said. elor’s degree is going to end up at Washington University for STAFF REPORTER when the fall semester ends, how The committee’s good inten- costing our generation.” the 2010-2011 academic year close that is to the Christmas tions don’t diminish students’ The analysis concluded that is $39,400, which is $1,600 or Not everyone will be home in holiday.” irritation over their shortened more college students are attend- 4.2 percent more than the 2009- time for Christmas this year, and The committee has scheduled Christmas vacations or the higher ing private for-profit schools, 2010 tuition of $37,800. Tuition students are not happy. finals as late as Dec. 22 in the price of plane tickets closer to the and this, in turn, has resulted is expected to rise again for the The last finals this year are past but refuses to schedule finals holidays. in an increased number of stu- 2011-2012 academic year. on Dec. 22, alarmingly close to any later than that. Kenny will go home on Dec. dents taking out larger loans. About 60 percent of all the holiday for students who cel- This year, the last final should 17, but some of her friends don’t Specifically, in 2008 alone, 60 Washington University under- ebrate it. have been on Dec. 23, but the leave until Dec. 23. percent of all college graduates graduates receive some form of “For those who celebrate committee decided that was too “I lucked out,” she said. “It’s across the nation had borrowed financial assistance. Christmas, you have to cram in close to Christmas. The commit- a little frustrating, since I know money, compared with 52 per- “We try to discourage students your Christmas shopping in two tee members fought to start the a lot of schools get out a week cent in 1996. Of this 60 percent, from borrowing,” Witbrodt said. days,” sophomore Mary Kenny fall semester on a Tuesday, even earlier.” the average loan for bachelor’s “Student Financial Services said. though in the past it has always International students, espe- degree recipients was more than counselors work with students Finals fall so late this year been Wednesday. cially, are upset about the $23,000, compared with slightly to help them develop financial because of the academic calen- “One of several reasons that shortened break. For most of more than $17,000 in 1996. plans or budgets to monitor their dar, according to Susan Hosack, the committee had for making them, winter break is the only Nevertheless, a similar spending to avoid the necessity to director of the Office of Student that change at the beginning of time they can go home. trend might not be present at borrow more loan funds than are Records. fall semester was to start every- “It used to be a month long Washington University, which is required.” “The Academic Calendar thing a day sooner so that on the with my family,” said sopho- considered a private not-for-profit Committee determines the cal- years when the calendar fell very more Paul Ahn, an international school. endar for the upcoming year four late in the fall, it would stay as far “It’s difficult to know how Write to Sally Wang at or five years in advance,” Hosack away from the Christmas holiday SEE FINALS, PAGE 2 many Wash. U. students take out [email protected]

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SU Treasury votes down Shanghai epitomizes all that is recognition for Mock Trial China and all that China hopes MICHAEL TABB high costs to serve about five or six students on to be. Shanghai is a cultural NEWS MANAGER the team,” said Treasury Representative Julian Nicks, a sophomore. capital, it’s an economic capital Student Union Treasury voted Tuesday Other members also noted that granting against recognizing Mock Trial as a Category Mock Trial Category II designation would ulti- and, for the right student, a really II student group despite the Student Group mately make them responsible for funding the Activities Committee’s recommendation for the entire organization. compelling place to be. group to receive Category II status. “If we accept them for Cat. II, that’s setting Earlier this week, Student Life reported that the precedent that we will accept them for Cat. the Mock Trial team, which currently receives I because we become their funding source,” – Mark Beirn, associate director for overseas programs, on all of its funding from the College of Arts & said Treasury Representative Daniel Bernard, a the new Shanghai study abroad programs Sciences, was aiming to become an SU student junior. “And I’m not sure if we’re ready for that group to make up for its decreased funding from at this point.” Washington University, as budget cuts take place Treasury representatives went on to discuss across the University. future plans for such competitive student groups. At the meeting, Mock Trial President Ben The Student Group Activities Committee Graham clarified why their group was seeking (SGAC) plans to switch them all to Category II. classification as a student group. Some Treasury representatives expressed FINALS FROM PAGE 1 “The primary reason we want student group interest in approving Mock Trial as a Category status is not just to appeal funding but to have III student group, however, they were unable student from South Korea, who’s here grand total of 16 days long. Everyone’s an account that we can put fundraising into to do so because only SGAC may approve until Dec. 24. “I’d rather have a shorter irritated.” that would qualify us for tax-free donations,” Category III groups. Category II student groups summer and longer winter break.” Despite student complaints, Hosack Graham said. may request a semester budget of up to $500 Ahn also said that flights in the days said students knew from the first week Graham also noted that recognition from from Treasury and may appeal for any addi- approaching Christmas are usually more of school when their finals would be. Treasury would allow the group a greater con- tional expenses, while Category III groups expensive, putting international students “When students register for classes, sistency in leadership. can raise money tax free but cannot appeal at a disadvantage. the exam information is out there, so Treasury representatives, however, questioned for Treasury funding. Mock Trial still has the Students who must return by Jan. they should be taking that into account the necessity of funding when Mock Trial was option of reapplying to become a student group 10 for sorority recruitment are also if that is a concern for them,” she said. already receiving funds from Arts & Sciences. next semester. unhappy about the lost vacation days. They also debated their role in funding com- “I’m pretty upset,” said sophomore petitive teams, such as the Academic Team, the Kathryn McCrum, who has to be back Write to Becky Prager at Debate Team and Model United Nations. Write to Michael Tabb at early for rush. “My winter break is a [email protected] “These types of groups…have very, very, very [email protected]

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MICHAEL TABB pedestrians for a short period of time, NEWS MANAGER or extending the process so that traffic on Forsyth Boulevard can still cross the Washington University is planning to bridge. Extending the process, however, reconstruct the storied Underpass, the would result in a longer inconvenience popular student advertising spot and for pedestrians, who would have to enter pathway that has connected the Danforth the South 40 by going around the music Campus and the South 40 since it was building. built in the 1960s. SU is participating in discussions with Though discussion on the changes has Facilities to ensure that student input is already begun, actual construction is not being taken into account. expected to happen until the summer of On Nov. 30, SU sent out a survey ask- 2012. ing students about their interaction with Facilities Planning and Management the Underpass—how often they passed by is consulting with the city of Clayton or painted it, as well as general likes and as well as the Missouri Department of dislikes. According to junior Cody Katz, Transportation (MoDOT) to plan the SU vice president of public relations, construction. The project itself will take approximately 400 replies pointed out just at least four months to be approved, and one concern: water leakage. after it is designed, the final approval will While this is the first time that the take another four months. Underpass is being completely recon- CHRISTINA KELLEY | STUDENT LIFE Students learned of the change this structed, it is not the first time it has been The Underpass, which connects the Danforth Campus and the South 40, is pending a week through brief mentions in Student renovated. complete renovation. Construction is not expected to happen until the summer of 2012. Union e-mails. Several years ago, paintable sculp- Overall, students find the Underpass tures in the form of three-dimensional exactly what’s going on.” “The spots are pretty big, and a lot useful because of its advertisements, shapes were added to the north side of While plans are in their initial stages, of people see it as they come by,” said which student groups are able to paint the Underpass. In the summer of 2008, Facilities and SU have already established freshman Chris Au, who has painted the themselves after registering spaces. a temporary reinforcement was added to a few priorities. Underpass twice this semester. “It’s a “I like it ... I can know what’s fun going the Underpass itself. According to Stanton, one goal is to great place to advertise.” on. There must be some events I might The convenience of the Underpass is a widen the bridge to reduce traffic among Katz is also working to reach out to give never be able to know if the information key part of its appeal. bicyclists and pedestrians. other student groups, including Congress were not posted on the underpass wall,” “I think it works well,” freshman Julia “If you look at what we’ve constructed of the South 40 and the SU Senate, input sophomore Anne Diaz-Arrastia said. Katris said. “I usually use the Underpass between Skinker [Boulevard] and Hoyt on the plans. Facilities Planning and Management is because it is the fastest way to get to the [Drive] along Forsyth, that will continue trying to schedule the renovation so that campus.” from Hoyt to Wallace [Circle] over this With additional reporting by Sam Kwak students are not affected. According to Stanton, the bridge is summer,” Stanton said. “We’ll continue Designers have just been commissioned nearing the end of its projected lifespan, that strategy to enable better shared for the project, and Facilities is still not though MoDOT does not consider the pedestrian and bicycle access across the sure whether the construction will occur structure at all hazardous. bridge.” in one or multiple phases. According to “It needs a renovation at some point SU is also working to ensure that the Project Coordinator Sarah Stanton, the because it won’t be up to code,” Katz said. Underpass can continue to serve as an Write to Michael Tabb at choice is between rerouting all traffic and “We have a meeting next week to find out advertising tool for student groups. [email protected]

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t’s that time of the year when you start to question whether your only purpose in life is to peel yourself off of your chair in the library,I slink downstairs, get coffee and repeat. However, this is not another article complaining about the drudgery of finals (even though I love complaining about the drudgery of finals). It is an exploration of something far grander. Something elusive, strange, yet totally unsexy. “What is this thing?” you ask in nervous anticipation. “Get to the point…” others may think to themselves. This is an introspective analysis of the test and how it functions in our daily lives. The answer, you’ll find, is largely to crush our souls. A test the way you normally think about it inspires fear, dread, and maybe nausea. But it’s not the test itself that makes you crazy. It’s all that goes into the test and all the things that come out of it. Let’s take two examples: the SAT/ ACT, and a normal midterm exam. For the standardized test, you spent countless hours studying, taking practice We like to use our brains! And if yours is anything like mine ... it tends to give you a big finger when it has to cope with finals. exams, stressing, going over testing strategies, etc. etc. etc. Why? Well, because the SAT/ACT would determine where you got into college, which would determine what kind of job you get, who you are as a person, what your wife/husband will look like, how much money you make, and which kind of dog you get after you retire. No big deal. The midterm follows a similar path. You cram in the library, desperately memorizing material you only hope to retain after the test. It causes stress, lack of sleep and irritation. The grade on the midterm will determine how well you have to do on the final, which will determine future levels of stress, and thus your general happiness over the course of your semester, because your final grade, which depends on your midterm and final, determines your semester GPA, which determines your final GPA, which determines what job you get, and on and on again, ending with your self worth and what kind of dog you have post retirement. Perhaps this analysis is a tad neurotic, but it’s not pretty, any way you look at it. Look at these tests without the consequences, though. No grades, no impact on your future, no nothing. The SAT could be…fun? An in-class essay could be…an intellectual exercise? How many times do you go on Sporcle or take a silly quiz you get in an e-mail to test your own knowledge? We like to use our brains! And if yours is anything like mine, it tends to flourish when it has time and space, and give you a big finger when it has to cope with finals week. We come to college to study topics that we are interested in, to learn and

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Cell phones: More than an addiction

NATALIE VILLALON you lately, anyway?). Even if they haven’t convey sarcasm. Cell phones are gener- on the other end that’s hard to ignore for STAFF COLUMNIST been surgically installed into our craniums ally distracting. When a text message or long, especially when my ringtone is so yet, our cell phones have become such a call could strike at any moment, it can darn catchy. Cell phones also facilitate ubiquitous part of our beings they might be difficult to focus on whatever else is rudeness. If texting in movies theaters ou’re probably a cyborg. At as well be already. Still feeling entirely happening. It annoys me when “Hello, doesn’t land you a spot in hell, nothing first glance, this probably biological? my eyes are up here” means my face is will. The effect of all this distraction can’t seems like a puzzling asser- In his article last month (“Are we competing with my boyfriend’s iPhone be ignored, despite the benefits of cell tion. Unless you’ve recently addicted to our cell phones?” Nov. 17) instead of my chest. I know I fiddle with phones. According to a recent New York Ybeen assimilated by the Borg or remem- Daniel Deibler accurately portrayed the my phone in class when I should be Times article, letting your mind wander ber less than you’d like about last Friday average cell phone user’s attachment to participating. rather than fully immersing yourself in night, it seems extremely unlikely that her artificial fifth limb. Though it’s totally an activity or situation has been linked to you’re part machine. Right? Wrong. badass to be living in the cyborg age (and unhappiness. Cell phones are one of many Allow me to explain. If you are one you thought it would never come!), I shiny toys that keep us from being fully of the few non-Luddite members of the have to disagree with his assertion that Constantly being engaged in the moment. Wash. U. community, you own a cell our attachment to our cell phone is not a available to other Cell phones aren’t evil; like everything phone. It’s in your pocket or your back- problem. Like everything, with the pos- else, they’re beneficial in moderation. pack, easily within reach, if not already sible exception of methamphetamines, cell people is both a When we’ve become so dependent on a in your furiously texting hand. No matter phones are perfectly acceptable in mod- piece of hardware so as to basically be how loud your Taylor Swift ringtone is, eration. However, most people take their blessing and a curse inextricably linked with it, we should won- you constantly glance at its little glowing cell phone use to detrimental extremes. der whether we’re too attached. Cyborgs, screen just in case you were temporarily The idea that “instead of slowing down while undeniably cool, have never had the struck deaf and (heaven forbid) missed a our adherence to cell phones…we should Constantly being available for other peo- best people skills. The Terminator would text message. ramp it up” is disconcerting. ple is both a blessing and a curse. On the never be my choice for class president. So Your phone is constantly turned on, Though the purpose of cell phones is one hand, it’s wonderful to be able to get disengage that phone every now and then. just like your heart and liver. If you’re to connect us to other people, they often a hold of people when I want them. On If the world’s ending, a text message won’t anything like me, your cell phone is an accomplish the opposite. It’s always the other, it’s hard not to respond to texts be much good anyway. integral part of your being, at least as tempting to avoid awkward confronta- or return a call immediately, even when important as your non-dominant hand and tions or rejection by using text messages. I know I should be working on a project Natalie Villalon is a sophomore in Arts & definitely more useful than several of your Emoticons are awful at expressing or talking to the people I’m actually with. Sciences. Write to Natalie at organs (what has your appendix done for subtlety, and it’s nigh impossible to There’s a sense of obligation to the person [email protected]

Targeting WikiLeaks: A mistake FINALS FROM PAGE 4 AJ SUNDAR words, they are volunteers. Corporations attempting to block con- SENIOR FORUM EDITOR In a web-world dominated by coopera- sumer access to media has rarely worked to better ourselves. But that is often tive interactive platforms—Wikipedia, in the past. One need look no further obscured by the presence of grades. I’m o take a stance on WikiLeaks Facebook, Twitter—individuals come than Sony’s pathetic DRM campaign to not saying get rid of tests and papers. would be futile. The camps together without any outside compulsion. see an example of how censorship on the But let us take tests home, work with are now well-defined, and the Editors on Wikipedia operate for no reason World Wide Web is destined to failure. sources and master the material. Then arguments for and against Julian other than to spread knowledge. Twitter WikiLeaks’ perceived immunity is noth- return them with comments and correc- TAssange’s website have been fleshed out. updates are created by individuals just for ing special—it’s just the result of being tions but no scary number or letter at the But despite how multifaceted the discus- the sake of keeping people in the loop. a website on the Internet. As a platform bottom. Let us write papers over longer sion concerning Wikileaks, national Essentially, we take pleasure in producing that fosters speech, government interven- periods of time, so that we can read and security and confidentiality has become, something that is useful to other people. tion can only do so much. If Assange is understand the material thoroughly and I think the real issue is that WikiLeaks is And while the Internet has been quoted as taken down, others will rise in his stead. write comprehensively. Then, just like symptomatic. being “a corporate sphere that tolerates free After all, suing Shawn Fanning might have the tests, hand them back with com- After all, Julian Assange does not speech,” it’s hard to see how the corpora- dispensed of Napster, but it by no means ments and corrections, but no grade. operate in a bubble. When credit card tions have a choice. The services that they dispensed of illegal file sharing. If the gov- With all of our courses and extra- companies attempted to stifle donations to offer fundamentally hinge on speech being ernment, corporations, head conspirator curricular activities, we lose sight of WikiLeaks, anonymous hackers swarmed actually free—they just wouldn’t work of the New World Order, wants to silence learning and strategize based on how to the rescue, completely unsolicited. The otherwise. All of these websites do have Julian Assange, they ought to remember to get the best grades. Overloading us credit card companies had a reason to try comprehensive privacy policies, which that he has powerful friends. with assignments during weeks like and stifle WikiLeaks, a vested interest in explicitly forbid certain types of speech, this only makes it worse. Without the stunting the growth of the project. But including the ones that would fall under pressure of doing badly or of impending these hackers do not have a vested interest WikiLeaks’ purview. deadlines, maybe then students could in anything at all. They may ideologically But with hackers, the rules rarely mean really understand the material instead identify with Assange, but they do not anything. The Internet, by design, fun- AJ Sundar is a junior in Arts & Sciences. Write of regurgitating facts through rote stand to profit from his endeavor. In other damentally opposes such restrictions. to AJ at [email protected] memorization. We like learning, and we like to be tested on it. But no one likes the pressure of a lifetime of consequences that come from a grade on one major EDITORIAL CARTOON assignment.

Charlie Low is a junior in Arts & Sciences. Write to Charlie at [email protected]

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor,

To those debating the validity of the CQ Press report, I am less concerned with where St. Louis specifically ranks on the list of America’s most dangerous cities than with the indisputable fact that districts in and around St. Louis are riddled with crime. As members of that community, it is altogether fit- ting that we should lend our support to those in need. So, I purpose to you Student Life, to you Professor Stone, and to the readers, wouldn’t we be better served by discussing how to make St. Louis safer?

Paul Johannet Arts & Sciences Class of 2011

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It’s that time of year again. Christmas So you hate what the holidays have come lights are up, you can add a shot of pep- to stand for: Christmas music being played in permint to every drink at Starbucks and October, consumerism and colorful sweat- your tongue would freeze to the Arch if you ers. In that case, Festivus is the holiday for licked it. You can’t enjoy any of it, however, you. All you need is an aluminum pole, because you’re currently on the second floor upper body strength and a strong sense of of Olin trying to breathe warmth into your disappointment in your friends and family. frozen hands (seriously, where is the heat?) On Dec. 23, invite everyone you love over wondering why your one final is scheduled for dinner, and celebrate with the traditional for Dec. 22. Although you may not feel too “airing of the grievances” by informing them much holiday spirit while studying for that how they’ve failed you in the past year. This physics final or writing that exposition paper, is followed by “feats of strength,” a wrestling Cadenza is here to get you in the festive match between the head of household and mood with our favorite holiday episodes. a person of his or her choosing. Remember, The list that we have generated is perfect Festivus does not officially end until the head TRAE PATTON | NBC for procrastination and all easily searchable of household is pinned to the ground. “The Sing Off”—“Live Finale” Episode 104—Pictured: Beelzebubs, Winners Nota. online. Think of it as our non-denomina- tional gift to you. ‘Rugrats’ Note: By the time Student Life goes to print, ‘A Rugrats Chanukah’ ANDIE HUTNER one or two songs. The show is similar to we won’t have seen what is sure to have been the This blast from the past was the most TV EDITOR “American Idol.” Even the judges fit the old awesome “Community” claymation special. entertaining and informative Chanukah Randy-Paula-Simon model. Sean Stockman And I think we can all agree that the severe lack special of our day. Granted, we don’t remem- Last year, the world (or at least a few mil- (Boyz II Men), Nicole Scherzinger (the of Mariah Carey Christmas songs on Tuesday’s ber much of what Grandma Minkus told lion viewers) watched as a group of Puerto Pussycat Dolls) and Ben Folds genuinely “Glee” automatically makes it ineligible for con- Tommy, Chuckie, Phil and Lil about the Rican men beat out college boys for an care about the performers, and they guide the tention on this list. Maccabees, but we still remember that this amazing prize: first place in NBC’s a cappella groups to perform to the best of their abilities. episode was a thing, and that’s more than we competition, “The Sing Off.” Now, we get to “The Sing Off ” is not like other musi- ‘It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia’ can say for any episode of “CatDog.” watch it happen all again in season two. cal shows in a major way: All songs are ‘A Very Sunny Christmas Special’ “The Sing Off ” is what happens when you performed without accompaniments, and If you’ve always thought Christmas specials ‘30 Rock’ throw together one ex-boy-band member, the groups are responsible for their own lacked crime, depravity and a naked, sweaty ‘Christmas Special’ three knowledgeable judges from the music arrangements. It is a test of musicality rather Danny DeVito being birthed from a couch, industry and a whole host of a cappella than just vocal ability, and that is what makes then “A Very Sunny Christmas Special” is The episode where Liz Lemon got— groups together in an epic sing-off. The it great. perfect for you. How do the worst people wait, what’s the past tense of scam? Is it result is really quite delightful. The season This season promises to be different from on earth spend their Christmas? Dennis and scrumped? The episode where Liz Lemon premiered Monday at 7 p.m. and will air last season. Last season featured a few all- Dee attempt to “Christmas Carol” Frank as got scrumped. After being uninvited from Mondays and Wednesdays until the finale on female groups, but they all made early exits. punishment for always buying what Dennis her parents’ house for Christmas, Liz puts all Dec. 20. The groups range from high school Of this year’s six remaining groups, four are and Dee want for Christmas but keeping the of her energy into buying gifts for under- pals to college students to a member of the all male and two are coed. Though no one gifts for himself. Meanwhile, Mac and Charlie privileged children—only to be scammed by Persuasions, and they all have one thing in can tell who this year’s contenders will be, confront their own Christmas ghosts as they two middle-aged men—only to then go on to common: amazing talent. Even the groups tune in next Monday to find out. realize that what they thought were typical ruin the Christmas of their children. And the that departed last Monday (Men of Note and Christmas traditions were actually bouts of amazing Elaine Stritch is back as Jack’s mom Pitchslapped) wowed the crowd. rite to Andie Hutner at petty theft and prostitution. Hilarity ensues. because he backed into her with his car— In each episode, every group performs [email protected] and waited eight minutes before calling 911. But after Jack finds out his mother whored herself out to Mr. F.A.O. Schwarz for his childhood presents, they make up and sing a duet at the show’s end. That’s the magic of Christmas, folks.

‘The Office’ ‘Benihana Christmas’

Directed by Wash. U.’s own Harold Ramis, this episode of “The Office” is one of the series’ best. After creepily photoshopping his head onto his girlfriend’s ex-husband’s in a family photo, Michael is dumped by Carol right before the office Christmas party. As a pick-me-up, Andy suggests that the boys go to “Asian Hooters” (Benihana), and despite Dwight informing the table how to best kill PATRICK MCELHENNEY | FX a goose, Andy and Michael each score wait- Season 5: “D.E.N.N.I.S.” Top L-R: Charlie ress dates. Back at the office, party planning Day and Glenn Howerton politics have come to a head when Pam and ‘Futurama’ Karen team up against Angela and throw ‘Xmas Story’ competing Christmas parties. Shockingly, the It’s the end of the year, but Fry just can’t party with the alcohol beats the party with get into the holiday spirit. Maybe it’s because the crafts—but in the spirit of Christmas, he can’t decide whether to buy Leela a $500 Pam offers to merge the two and create one parrot or 500 $1 stink lizards. Maybe it’s amazing, karaoke-filled holiday party. because “Christmas” now goes by “Xmas.” Or maybe it’s because Robot Santa, played by a menacing John Goodman, is trying to shoot him with a machine gun. Really though, what would Xmas be without Robot Santa’s mistletoe? Sorry, I mean TOW mis- Even the best medical schools sile. The Planet Express crew should actually be thanking the homicidal Santa at the end can’t prepare you for what comes next. Write to Percy Olsen at of the episode. If it weren’t for him, they [email protected] Nobody can teach you about challenge and adventure. But wouldn’t have bonded through fear or gotten to sing a heartwarming rendition of “Santa Write to Steph Spera at you can experience them for yourself, serving part-time as a Claus is Gunning You Down.” [email protected] health professional in the Air Guard. Whether you’re currently in school or working in the medical profession, you can find success as a vital member of our exceptional medical team. The opportunities are limitless, and could involve everything from providing in-flight care to sick or injured patients, to helping to save countless lives in a field hospital. All while receiving excellent benefits and the chance to work a flexible schedule. Most important, you will experience the satisfaction that comes from serving your community and your country. Talk to a recruiter today, and see how the Air Guard can help you take the next step.

CHRIS HASTON | NBC “The Office”—“Classy Christmas” episode 711—Pictured: Brian Baumgartner as Kevin Malone, Kate Flannery as Meredith Palmer and Zach Woods as Gabe Lewis. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2010 STUDENT LIFE 7 scene 14 N. Central Ave. Mosaic St. Louis, MO 63105 (314) 932-7377 http://www.mosaic tapas. Bistro com Good for: small plates and Market fusion cuisine ★★★★✮

SUSIE COMPTON was ever in existence. I’m not even sure I’d even fresh balsamic dressing that lightly coated the sour pickles. If you’re a fan of meats and SCENE COLUMNIST describe the space as a “Bistro,” a word that, to crisp lettuce. cheeses, this is the plate to order. me, implies quaint Parisian charm. Though slightly pricier, the Seared Salmon In addition to its variety of small plates, It’s official: St. Louis has an obsession with Instead, Mosaic Bistro Market seemed to Nicoise completely hit the mark. Perfectly the menu features entrées ranging from $16 small plates. Everywhere I go, I’m met with emit a cool, modern atmosphere. The large seared salmon—a little crusty but still to $24, including a wide array of meats and cheese boards and mini-salads. Mosaic Bistro rectangular dining area was brightly lit and maintaining that melt-in-your-mouth tender- fish—rabbit “daube” (stew), lamb, chicken, Market is just one Clayton restaurant in on this dominated by shades of white, with one small ness—was topped with arugula, fingerling scallops, lobster and steak—plus a mushroom trend. bright orange wall. The kitchen was visible potatoes and haricots verts, or a kind of bitter ravioli. Though I can’t attest to trying any of Mosaic Bistro Market is the offspring of through a large window, which was rather green bean. The potatoes and haricots verts the entrées—their specialty small plates alone Mosaic Downtown, one of four locales owned charming. beefed up the small serving of salmon, and the certainly make a satisfying meal—our waitress by the Schmitz family—Mosaic Lounge and Despite my inability to define the restau- vinaigrette was mind-blowing. A blood orange emphasized Mosaic’s proclivity for slow-cook- Prime 1000 are the others. Having gone to rant’s identity, the food was excellent. Though base made this light dressing citrusy and ing; I’d be willing to hazard a guess that the these eateries, I was excited to finally try the the menu had relatively few options—18 vibrant, a perfect complement to the warm fish. dishes are complex and would not disappoint. Mosaic Bistro Market. total—all the dishes sounded appealing. If fish isn’t your thing, try the Charcuterie If you’re a fan of what appears to be the new Claus Schmitz, the original Mosaic restau- Ringing in at $8 to $9, any of Mosaic’s Plate. It’ is great for sharing and samples trend of Clayton dining—small restaurants rateur, identifies his restaurants as “fusion” salads could make a great starter—they’re on Mosaic’s favored meats, pâté and rillettes. featuring small plates—Mosaic Bistro Market cuisine. Upon entering Mosaic Bistro Market, the small side, but they feature great ingre- These meat spreads are served with homemade is the perfect spot to add to your list. I had to wonder if “fusion” was a code word dients. The Bibb Lettuce Salad included the pickles. The plate featured so many different for “identity crisis.” First of all, I had no idea delectable, though predictable, combination of flavors—spicy meats against subtle mustard, Write to Susie Compton at where the “Market” came into play—or if it goat cheese, walnuts and strawberries, with a smooth rillettes on crunchy crostini, perfectly [email protected] Unique school gives young Professor Michael Sherraden: adults a second chance One of Time’s 100 most inﬂ uential people in 2010 ELIZABETH GERMACK Wallis said. SCENE REPORTER The school supports four central core values: mission-focus, commitment to what ALLYSON SCHER “Every 9 seconds in America, a student works, dignity and worth of the person, and STAFF REPORTER becomes a dropout.” While this statistic from integrity. The school opens daily from 9 a.m. the 2008 American Youth Policy Forum is to 5 p.m. year-round, offering a half day of Washington University is home to an shocking, many organizations are trying to instruction and a half day of a paid intern- amalgam of highly respected professors, combat this trend. ship. The school teaches both learned skills all very influential in their respective Here in St. Louis, the Shearwater and job preparedness. The hope is to ready fields. From Nobel Prize winners to Education Foundation’s goal is to re-engage students not only for college, but also for work researchers regularly quoted in The New youth in school and help them graduate ready and day-to-day living. York Times, our professors are often rec- for life. The overall vision of the founda- The classes include both group and ognized beyond the Wash. U. bubble. tion is to see a day when everyone is able to individual work. The afternoon classes are Recently named one of Time’s Most receive a high-quality education and academic segmented into blocks with one traditional Influential People of 2010, Michael COURTESY OF MICHAEL SHERRADEN experience. Shearwater High School opened class given at a time. The school currently has Sherraden, a professor at the George on Aug. 3, 2010, and serves young adults aged four teachers and three social workers on staff. Warren Brown School of Social Work, At the Brown School of Social Work, 17-22. Admission is based on age and where the established his reputation by found- Sherraden worked to help low-income Stephanie Krauss, the president and CEO students live. Currently, about 75 students are ing the Brown School’s Center for individuals save money. He currently is of the Shearwater Education Foundation, involved, and they move through the program Social Development. Time recognized involved in “SEED for Oklahoma Kids,” has an inspirational story. Despite having at their own pace. Because the school just Sherraden for his work in asset building where he is studying the effect of giving dropped out of school herself, she earned a opened this fall, Wallis projects it will take for low-income individuals. college savings plans to a random selec- GED, joined Teach for America at 18 (one of students between two to three years to go Sherraden began his direction toward tion of 1,360 children in Oklahoma. the youngest corps members in the organi- through the program. social work as an undergraduate at His overseas project, “YouthSave” zation’s history) and moved to St. Louis to Wallis stressed the positivity and unique- Harvard University, where he majored created savings accounts for low-income obtain a master’s degree in social work from ness of the school; Krauss shares her vision in social relations, specializing in both youths in countries such as Colombia, the George Warren Brown School of Social and success with the students, giving them sociology and psychology. After college, Ghana, Kenya and Nepal. Work. something tangible to aspire to. Sherraden met his wife, who came from The research collected through these Senior Danielle Wallis, who became “The model is very thought out—not a a long family line of social workers. projects is made available to partners in involved with Shearwater after hearing Krauss haphazard thing. It is based on research and Having worked in Arkansas directing Washington, D.C. and becomes part of speak in one of her classes, emphasized the best practices and draws on other charter a residential center for troubled teenag- the policy process. Five bills are currently strong motivation of the students. She has schools,” Wallis said. “There is only one of ers, Sherraden fell in love with the field being discussed in Congress, by both been working with Shearwater for the past its kind.” and chose to continue his studies at the Democrats and Republicans, that would two years, starting as a volunteer and now Wallis also stressed the agency and inde- University of Michigan, where he earned create a savings account for every child. focusing her time on the Student Recognition pendence of the students who were motivated a Ph.D. in social work and psychology. “One of the really satisfying parts of Program and the School Culture Program. to enroll in the school and make a change in Although Sherraden’s pursuit of social my career is that the data we collect are The Student Recognition Program identi- their lives. work was partly influenced by his wife, always useful. It is always great to hear fies different ways of achieving; Wallis feels it “The students are not charity cases—it is he attributes much of his interest in from a participant who has appreciated is essential to stress that the students are part important to note that they want to do this,” the field to his parents and upbringing. involvement in a project,” Sherraden of a caring community. Each student has an Wallis said. “For whatever reason, they left Sherraden grew up in a small town in said. “The students work on the proj- individualized education plan (IEP) with con- school, and they wanted to come back despite rural Kansas, where his parents ran a ects as well go off on their own to do crete goals, making it easier to keep track of whatever else is going on in their lives.” grocery store. impressive work, and it makes you feel their own achievements. Students wear badges Wallis shared why her involvement has “My parents were always doing things satisfied.” that identify their year and display their level been meaningful to her personally for people through the church, from of achievement, based on the progress they’ve “It is important to be aware that outside organizing visits to the elderly to driv- Write to Allyson Sher made with the IEPs. of Wash. U., there are things going on in St. ing people to medical appointments,” [email protected] The school culture program is based on an Louis. It has been important and rewarding he said. “They didn’t African social philosophy, “ubuntu.” This is for me, as cliché as it sounds, to be part of talk about it much, but the core of the school philosophy and sup- something in a non-top-down kind of way.” they were always doing ports the idea of transitioning into a shared it. I think it had a big experience. impact on me. 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HANNAH LUSTMAN high achievers, ones who are experienced in championship….It’s very, very competitive, from talented students that are playing the SPORTS EDITOR terms of balancing their academic and ath- and if we’re able to compete within the UAA, games or running the races, and certainly letic endeavors, and they pay attention to both. we’ll be able to compete at the national level. knowledgeable coaches who motivate, encour- John Schael has been Washington Their focus, certainly, is on the academics, but age and inspire. It was a remarkable fall, and University’s athletic director for 33 years, and athletics are a very important component of SL: At a school that has won such a signifi- as an athletic director, you say “enjoy success in his time overseeing the department, Wash. their particular student life. All teams prac- cant number of national championships, does in moderation,” because winning involves U. has won 139 University Athletic Association tice six days a week—if student athletes come it become hard to avoid making a national title more than just talent; sometimes you have to titles and all 18 of its national championships and talk to their coach because the have a big the standard for individual programs, or does have some luck…when I sit down and think titles. After a notably successful fall season for chemistry or biology test coming up, they are Wash. U. try independently to consider each about what our students achieve, I am totally the Red and Green, Student Life sat down with understanding of that need. They make the team’s potential? amazed, because it’s not just one year or one Schael to discuss these recent achievements adjustments and certainly allow that kid to JS: It’s sort of interesting that you ask that season, it seems to be sustained success from and the state of Wash. U. athletics prepare…an important thing is that coaches question because a lot of people, or a lot of one year to the next. I think that says a lot understand the rigors of the academics associ- other Division III institutions, think that we about Washington University…that attracts Student Life: Wash. U. recently received ated with the intercollegiate athlete, and they place a great deal of emphasis on winning the type of student that we need in our inter- the top ranking in the Division III Directors’ take that into consideration when they plan a national championship. But I can assure collegiate program. You could just take a look Cup. Can you explain what the significance of their practices. Many times [teams] practice at you, as an athletic director, in meeting with at some individual performances from the fall, this ranking is? 9 o’clock at night; some teams will start at six our coaches that we don’t talk about winning and it seems that coaches really know how to John Schael: I think it shows a commitment in the morning—it’s a time when there are no national championships; we don’t talk about develop their team, first for the UAA confer- to a broad-based intercollegiate athletics pro- conflicts with classes….Coaches are well aware winning the [UAA] championships. That’s ence championships, then the next step which gram where the success happens on both sides what the priority is; they make the adjustments, a conversation that takes place between the would be NCAA regionals or a shot at the of the coin—for women as well as men. I think and the students respond positively. coach or coaches and the student athletes that NCAA national championship. That takes a many times, as well, prospective students look are members of that particular team. They lot of effort, and I think it takes a lot of lead- at those types of things to see how an institu- SL: This year, four teams from the UAA know what their potential is, they know what ership in order to have everybody working tion is doing if they’re seriously considering a competed in the national championship for the expectation is, and the coach knows that he together for a common goal, and again, it’s to [place like] Washington University. They want men’s soccer, and three teams from the UAA can set a realistic height of the bar for the stu- be the best you can be. to be tied to a program that does it right and a were in the volleyball final eight. How does the dent athletes to strive for. I think [that] winning program that has the potential for success. Our University factor in its success in the UAA as national championships is important, and it’s SL: What are Wash. U. athletics looking for- record within the Directors’ Cup has been very part of the overall success in the program? a goal that all of our coaches have, and when ward to? solid from one year to the next, so I’m very JS: I think your conference is key. The we look at the banners in the Field House, JS: There’s been some talk about the devel- happy with that. But, I can say this: The most [UAA], for competitive reasons, is very it’s pretty motivating. It serves as a catalyst opment of new athletic and recreational important thing for our program, for our stu- important. We do not take it lightly; the com- because other programs want to achieve that facilities, and we would hope those discussions dent athletes, is the quality of the experience petition is stiff. You’re competing against like height...but our coaches and student athletes would continue. We’ve basically outgrown they receive. If they have a quality experience institutions; your goal is to be the conference are realistic, and they continue to drive to be the Athletic Complex as it is right now, and and they enjoy what it is that they’re doing, champion and/or individual champion. It’s the best they can be once they get on the com- it needs some updating and new components and they can balance both the academics and very important to our coaches, student athletes petitive playing field....Another nice thing is tied into it….Moving forward, there is a need the athletics, you’re going to have a successful and certainly our fans because you can mea- that if athletes see a [national championship] for new and renovated athletic and recre- program because we have successful leaders in sure your success throughout the season—if banner, they internalize that and think, “Hey, ational facilities to accommodate the needs of our coaches. [a team finishes] third or fourth in [its] confer- why not us?” the Washington University community. Our ence, [it has] a focus for the following year to aim is high and comprehensive in nature... SL: Wash. U. has 98 students on the make an improvement on that. The UAA is SL: This past season we saw a great improve- to include sports medicine, an indoor tennis University Athletic Association All-Academic really very special, and it has been one of the ment in the football team’s record, UAA and track pavilion, fitness center with health team. How does the Athletic program help flashpoints in the development of Washington championships for cross country, NCAA and wellness component, weight room, auxil- players achieve a balance between “student” University’s intercollegiate athletics programs. tournament play by both soccer teams and iary gyms, activity and multi-purpose rooms, and “athlete”? It gives us consistency in terms of schedul- a Final Four for women’s volleyball. Could classrooms and meeting rooms, 50-meter pool, JS: First of all, the student athletes that come ing, opportunity to compete for a conference you talk about the success of the fall season in locker rooms and other needs as well. in are admitted on the same basis as all students championship, for student athletes to receive particular? at Washington University—so, from the get-go, individual recognition and to perhaps receive JS: [Those are] amazing achievements by Write to Hannah Lustman at it solves a lot of problems. They come here as an automatic qualifier to the NCAA postseason the student athletes and coaches, and it comes [email protected]

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St. Louis. Students will be able to pursue different opportunities while on the program, whether doing internships, conducting research or just taking classes. Companies such as Dell and Johnson & Johnson, as well as nongovernmental organizations, have offered to host the students in the program. Program participants will undergo inten- sive language training at the beginning of the program and take a shared class that examines China in a global context. Class topics will change each semester, and will examine issues such as China’s foreign policy and U.S.-China relations. Junior Lauren Katz is considering doing the program next fall. She participated in the summer language program two sum- mers ago and interned with Cabot Corp. in Shanghai last summer. She said that she loves the city and likes that she is familiar with the area and neighborhood, but would be able to engage in an experience different from her previous ones. COURTESY OF MARK BEIRN “The courses they are offering are a lot program to engage locals in Shanghai and different from what is offered at Wash. U.,” use the city as their classroom. Katz said. “I’m thinking about writing my “Shanghai is the city of a new century,” thesis on consumerism in China, and it Beirn said. “We are talking the 21st century would be a really good way to get first-per- being the century of China, and Shanghai son research and conduct field studies.” epitomizes all that is China and all that Chen said the goal is to have 50 students China hopes to be. Shanghai is a cultural in Shanghai at any given time. capital, it’s an economic capital and, for the “It’s a very ambitious plan,” Chen said. right student, a really compelling place to Chen also recognizes that fall is a less be.” popular semester for students to study For students interested in the program, abroad. “Ten or fifteen students the first the deadline to apply for the fall and year- semester will be wonderful.” long program is Feb. 15. The deadline for Mark Beirn, associate director for overseas the spring program is May 1. EDZ’STA | FLICKR programs, described Shanghai as “a tough Write to Alan Liu at ABOVE: Students relax in downtown Shanghai during a study abroad program in the nut to crack.” He said students can use the [email protected] summer of 2007. BELOW: A statue of Chairman Mao on the Fudan University campus.

CNN FROM PAGE 1 America,” O’Brien co-hosted “American noted that Belafonte, a confidante to Martin to have on campus, but he’s not coming, so attention because of her allegation that Jesse Morning” from 2003 to 2009. Luther King Jr., was much better-known, I don’t think we should base any of our deci- Jackson challenged her racial identity dur- The Treasury vote was 14-0-2, but not all and that inferior name recognition could hurt sions on whether he would have been good or ing an off-the-air meeting. The daughter of a of the representatives were satisfied with turnout for the event. bad,” Jenkins said. black Cuban and a white Australian, she con- spending the money allotted for Belafonte on Senior Treasury representative Nick Jenkins O’Brien’s recent book, “The Next Big siders herself Latina, black and Irish. O’Brien. rejected this logic, however. Story: My Journey through the Land of Write to Michael Tabb at Freshman representative Michael Cohen “Harry Belafonte would have been great Possibilities,” has garnered significant media [email protected]