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VOLUME XXXI • NUMBER 16 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 CONNECTtCUT COLLEGE, NEW LONDON, CT Dance Club Prepares For Spring Performance Democracy Now! At Conn -~ CONCETTA DUNCAN BY ANNIE LEVENE aj bers of each class. Student choreog- that information. By the year 2000, raphers include: seniors Zoe Chapin, only six corporations were in control contributing writer Concetta Duncan, and Taiji Iwase; staff writer of the United States' media. By juniors Halee Beucler, Becca Elias, accepting funding through listeners, It's that time of year again, when Ali Hollowell, Zenas Hutcheson. Connecticut College's Holleran viewers and foundations only .. the floor of Myers Studio shakes and Kaitlin Morse; sophomores Raja Center is hosting another impressive Democracy Now! can maintain an with the Dance Club's spring per- Kelly, Laura Snow, and Laura Streit; community event this March. Amy independent view point. formance. For those of you who do and freshmen Emily Cannarella, Goodman, the co-host of Democracy Amy Goodman is the host and not know where Myers is, and are Sophie Maguire, and Becky Sonick. Now', will give a public lecture on executive producer of Democracy continuously baffled by the random The eclectic quality of this independent media, war, peace and Now! She is also the co-author of the drumming noises that interrupt a semester's program stands as a many other related topics. national best-seller, The Exception quiet walk by Cro, you are not crazy. reflection of the Club's longstanding Democracy Now! is a nationally to the Rulers: Exposing Ouly The Martha Myers Studio Theater is adjudication policy. The Dance Club syndicated television and radio Politicians, War Profiteers, and the located on the third floor of the holds auditions each semester, dur- show. It currently airs on over 450 Media that Love Them. Her career Crozier Williams Student Center ing which an average of ninety stu- stations in North America. The pro- began in 1985, working in cornmu- a.~d is home to the Connecticut dents come together to test out their gram strives to provide access to nity radio at Pacifica Radio's New &l11ege Dance Club. For over fifty "Dance, Dance Revolution" skills in both people and perspectives that are York Station. By 1996, she had gone ~ .. s, the Club has presented stu- a more formal setting. Students then typically left out of the U.S. corpo- on to help launch Democracy Now! Q..b~t-produced and choreographed rehearse on their own time to even- rate-sponsored media. The show which she co-hosts with Juan rt6tformances to the Connecticut tually present their work in front of began in 1996 as the only daily elec- Gonzalez. Goodman has won many allege conununity biannually. This an adjudication panel. The panel tion show in public broadcasting. prestigious awards, including the $lIQ)ester, the performance entitled consists of volunteers from within Part of Pacifica Radio, it soon Robert F. Kennedy Prize for "'SQmething Sinewy This Way and outside the dance department became a prominent source for news International Reporting, the Alfred I. eomes" promises to be as energy- who then work together in selecting and public affairs. It became an DuPont-Columbia Award, and the blasted and dynamic as ever. an entertaining program. In recent independent non-profit organization Armstrong Award. With works choreographed to years, this process has posed quite in June, 2002. The show is currently The event will be held at music ranging from the Beastie the challenge, as the level of student produced in New York City's Connecticut College on March 7, Boys and Beatles to Malian rhythms interest in choreography continues Chinatown. 2007. It begins at 6:00 pm. and some very twisted text, the show to increase. Democracy Now! represents the Goodman will begin her lecture at caters to the students' diverse range The recent rise in student-initiat- The Conn College Dance Club Will Perform "Something Sinewy This Way Comes." idea that true democracy can not 7:00 pm in the College Center on or preferences and tastes. ed choreography is largely attributed work without providing people with SEE DEMOCRACY Now! Additionally, the program will pres- to a shift of styles within the dance offered and new professors are SEE DANCE CLUB diverse news sources, and also pro- ent choreography created by mem- department. New courses are being bringing their own unique energies Continued on page six viding people with easy access to Continued on page six Campus Ushers In New
BY SOPHIE MATHEWSON Housefellows staff writer Candidates Chosen From Extremely Official Recyclemania results Competitive Applicant Pool through week three have been posted, and although Conn does have a pres- ence on the scoreboards, many stu- BY SOPHIE MATHEWSON dents will feel that its position could one can have fun, feel comfortable stand to be holstered. With fellow news editor and get a good night's sleep." NESCAC competitors Colby and With less than three months of Middlebury at #4 and #5, respectively, After a several month, multi-step the school year remaining, the reign- Conn's third place standing in the application process, Conn's 22 ing Housefellows are preparing to Targeted Material-Food Service Housefellow positions for the 2007- pass on the torch. Organics is commendable. We also 2008 school year have been filled. "It's been an amazing year," said stand at #4 in the Targeted Materials- Now, the Housefellows-on-deck Whitney Longworth, current Bottles and Cans category. But efforts face their upcoming incumbency Housefellow of Smith. appear to be deteriorating, with pounds with a mix of excitement and nerves. (Longworth's spot next year will be of recyclables per person decreasing An inevitable part of any com- filled by Eliza Cooper.) "We've had with each week. Averaging 5.48 week petitive application process, not all a good run." one, the number was down to 4.45 by who applied were accepted to the As for the rest of the campus, week two, and most recently, at 4.23. position, despite strong applications many consider taking Conn's unique Cal State San Marcos is the current and interviews. residential position to be an impres- Grand Champion of the competition. "1 know people who would have sive action, Despite a rookie status in last made amazing Housefellows who "I respect anyone who sacrifices year's competition, the recycling didn't get the position," said one their weekend nights adhere to a cur- efforts of Connecticut College's stu- Housefellow who did make the cut. few, make rounds, talk to their resi- dent body yielded laudable results, "The applicant pool was very dents, clean up garbage, clean up proving that dynamite does indeed strong, and we had a lot of qualified vomit, and take care of all the other come in small packages. But will candidates," said William Harper, weekend chaos on campus," said Conn's upcoming two-week Spring Area Coordinator of Residential one junior. "1don't think [ could do Break prove to be an added disability Life. it." when most schools entered in the com- As if narrowing down the appli- How will next year's petition have only one? Stay tuned at cant pool to 22 isn't difficult enough, Housefellows cope with such a sub- Recyclemaniacs.org, and keep putting each year the selection committee stantial list of responsibilities? For the 1'emnants of those 30 racks to a also has to decide which candidate now, current Housefellows can offer good cause. will best "fit" each dorm-members their proteges a few words of advice. Despite faDing behind in tbe latest Recyclemania standings, students are encouraged to keep tIp their recycling efforts (MtUiller). of Residential Life, current "As crazy and hectic as things Housefellows, and dorm residents may get, always remember to take The Voice Photo Contest Continues! have all stressed the importance of a time for yourself-that's the only U comin Events At Conn symbiotic relationship between way you can do your job exception- Congratulations To Leah Hiendlmayr Housefellow and house. Fortunately, ally well," said Allison Reynolds, Art History & Architectural many of next year's Housefellows current Housefellow of Morrison. seem content with their placement. "Housefellowing is about two Studies Symposium "I love South [campus] and even things, being responsible and being February 26, 5:00 p.m., Charles Chu Reading though I have not lived there before, approachable," said Beano Zylber, I think it will be a good house for the self-proclaimed "Master of Room, Shain Library. me," said Katrina Scherben, who Housefellowing." IOIf you aren't was selected as Housefellow of the approachable, you can't help solve consistently popular Harkness. problems, but if you are approach- Some of next year's able and don't know what to do Housefellows already have ambi- when the problem does hit, you're The Connecticut College Dance tious goals about what activities and equally useless." policies they plan to initiate and Reynolds also provided another Club performs "Something Sinewy what kind of atmosphere they hope piece of advice, one potentially diffi- to create-ideas which were most cult to keep in mind the midst of This Way Comes." likely generated well before the such tireless work: "Have fun!" March 1,2 and 3 at 8:00 p.m, in the Martha application process began. Said Scherben of Harkness: "1 SEE HOUSEFELLOWS Myers Studio Theater at Connecticut College. want the house to have a good per- sonality, and be a place where every- Continued on page st.'\! SPORTS A&E
Iurn to page six to read about Withmen's hockeyearning a NESCAC Turn to pages 4&5 to read about our "InvisibleChildren'sarrivalatConn,as well playoffberthand Connswimmingteamsin picks for best movie of the year, as weU as as an update on the divestment topic and its fierce conference competition, there is still a review of the new Conn play "Uncle progress. wintersports actionleft!turn to page 10. Vanya."
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The past weeks, months and semesters at Conn have with individuals who care enough about the world witnessed a blizzard of student activism and organiza- around them to speak out. tion. Visitors to campus are bowled over by posters and This flurry of action must be maintained if Conn is to flyers hanging from every inch of free, common wall take a seat among the absolute elite small liberal arts col- ~pace.And students aren't advertising points, views or leges. In the past, our school has heen stigmatized as creeds; they are inviting the public to debates, guest apolitical and apathetic-lahels that couldn't be further speakers and film viewings, Conn is in constant activist from the target. Universities should be havens for inde- motion, with voices coming from every nook of the pendent thought and speech, yielding students who fuel political spectrum. From Darfur to Uganda, activist movements. Our own organizational renaissance Ecomagination to Recylemania, Indian slums to the War has birthed new movements altogether. The student in Iraq, CC Left to College Republicans, Conn is awash body deserves words of praise for speaking out. A Reminder: The Voice appreciates honest, thoughtful student opinion. However, if possible, please keep Letters to the Editor to 300 words or less. Connecticut College. The Opinion and Editorial section A Note: is comprised of independent student opinions. which are also not to be confused with the Connecticut College or See below policies for additional details. the College Voice. All content and editorial decisions are Editorials are the viewpoints of student editors, and made by student staff members. Thank you. are not to be confused with the official opinions of Please write for us. Email Pete at [email protected]
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The picture of the Democratic This custom displays appreciation for Oureducational attainments, gratitude fight between conservative and pro- lege or awarding grants for research, capital projects, or money for other field is perhaps even more illustra- for the opportunities the college has presented to us, gives back to a com- aspects that will significantly benefit past, present, and future generations of gressive val- tive. While one might easily munity that.has been so good to us, and acknowledges that we will leave col- Connecticut College students. Moreover, the participation rate of graduating ues in the UiS. describe Rudy Gulliani as a "moder- lege with memories and friendships that will last a seniors and alums is a key speaking point for College Advancement when Throughout ate," no one I think would describe lifetime. The class gift goes to the Annua! Fund, which they articulate the vision of the College and approach alumni, Trustees, and the 901s,. con- Democratic candidates John bolsters the operating budget that supports areas such potential donors for money. You do not have to be wealthy to give, as par- servatives Edwards .or Wesley Clark as such. as financial aid, athletics, arts programming, campus ticipation is valued over actual dollar amounts. A $5 or $10 donation has the gained Nor, too, Barack Obama, who might and building maintenance, CELS internships, student potential to increase donations to the Annual Fund exponentially, as donors, strength, and have broad based support, but whose organizations, academic research opportunities, alumni, and corporations who can give. the big bucks will be more likely 10 in 2000 they staunchly anti-war positions and departmental budgets, faculty salaries and library do so when they see high levels of participation. ' achieved their support from the Democratic base materials, to name just a few aspects of the college a Participation can be viewed as a barometer for gauging the level of sat- great victo- seem to disqualify him from the simple gift could enhance. isfaction with the college, is a crucial indicator of confidence and support of ry - the elec- label "moderate." Remaining among Connecticut College began the tradition of Senior tion of one of their Own: George W. the institution, and demonstrates approval for President Higdon and his the major contenders is Hillary Giving 25 years ago in 1982. This tradition has evolved over the years, but Bush. Since then, they have stifled plans for the future. It effects both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the Clinton, successor to perhaps the has instilled the fundamental value that giving gifts in recognition of your the progress of American society college; offering greater opportunities for future students, diversifying the archetypal moderate Democrat, Bill college experience and to support it in the future truly matters. Our alumni and, generally, shifted the country to student body, and enhancing the Connecticut College experience, as well as Clinton. She is undeniably middle of giving rate stands at a lackluster 42%, an area that President Higdon has signaling to donors and publications the level of pride in our college. which the right. The elections in November the road, but were I to set foot in, sought to drastically improve. Our college's all time high in Senior Giving can raise our rankings, increase the amount of money to the college from seem to show, however, that the COD- say,Alabama,I would still be scared was from the Class of 1995 with a 73% clip. Last year's Class of 2006 outside donors, and increase the value of a Connecticut College education. servative wave is breaking. The to utter the words "Hillary Clinton" recorded a mark of 56%. It is not out of the realm of possibility for our class, The Class of 2007 is seeking to not only beat the previous participation early campaign season, already in and "moderate" in the same breath. and every class for that matter, to record percentages in the 90th-100th per- record of 73% held by the class of 1995, but to shatter it. We believe we e' full swing, provides even more evi- November saw the election of cent. Here's why we need to make this our priority: accomplish this goal and fortify our place in Connecticut College history as - 'dence. There may just be a new shift many distinctly blue candidates in Participation is particularly important to the Senior Gift, and as giving One of the college's most active, memorable, and enthusiastic classes in the left is poised to begin. distinctly red parts of the country back as an alumnus. If the more altruistic approach of "giving back" and history of this great institution. The Class of 2007 would like to be the class , As reliable as polls can be this (Sen. Webb iri Virginia and Sen. showing a vote of confidence in an institution where many of us have grown that leaves a legacy, demonstrating the importance of participation, and rais- far out from an election, it would Tester in Montana leap to mind) and and learned for four years leaves you unconvinced, than consider other rea- ing the bar for future generations of graduating seniors and alums. seem that Rudy Guilliani is the the recent debate about Iraq has seen sons why we should donate to the school. Oftentimes, students and alums To give ANY amount to the senior gift please approach one of the mem- Republican frontrunner, beating any a number of prominent conservative think they have paid their dues so to speak through the college's $44,000 bers of the senior gift committee: given Democrat in a head to head Republicans (Sen. John Warner, yearly tuition. However, many fail to realize that our seemingly astronomi- Topher Bothur, Dan Layfield, Kelly Barkley, Ben Sheldon, Evan matchnp (at least as of today, Feb. Sen. Chuck Hagel, the list goes on) cal tuition is subsidized, only covering about 80% of the aetna! costs here. Piekara, Yeslan Hernandez, Ryan Hamedy, Maxwell Housman, Laura 21st). This may not seem particular- openly defying the conservative "Full tuition," the actual amount it costs per student, is actually closer to Irizarry-Garcia, Matt Magida, Craig McCarrick, Alexandra Stillson, Kevin ly interesting, until one considers dogma about the justice and right- $55,000 a year. Donations to the Annual Fund can help ensure that Cooke, Alex Maybury, Brenna Sulat, Nick Perold, Ben Clopper, Matt that Rudy is, or at least has been in eousness of the war. The elections Connecticut College is open to students from a broader range of socioeco- Wertheimer, Arielle DeZura, Emma Haritos, Grant Hogan, Zak Harris, Kip the past, pro-choice, pro-gay rights and the campaigns showcase that nomic backgrounds, rather than those whose parents can afford to pay the Doble, Whitney Longworth, Emily Honstein, Alice Watson, Katy Whitney, and an advocate for gun control, the politicians aren't "running to the '(subsidized) tuition. Caitlin Bresnahan, Allison Reynolds, Pat Heffernan, ... and the legion keeps trifecta of evil-qua-progressive val- right" any longer, and the Iraq Whether you are giving $1· or $1,000, donating matters. Each gift, growing. ues for right-wing religious conser- debate, as well as a number of other regardless of its size, is factored into our participation percentages. National vatives. These things are what the events like the failure of two sepa- publications like the U.S News & World Report view participation as a key "culture war" is about, and Gulliani rate abortion bans to pass in South component when ranking the county's top colleges and universities. View seems to fall distinctly on the wrong Dakota (?!?!), show that the public side. Yet, he is the frontrunner. is on the same trend. Conventional wisdom states that The root cause of this shift is THE LOST CELEBRITY INTERVIEWS conservative Christians are "the unclear, if not hidden then simply ANDREW MEYERor HAVE ADD base". of the Republican Party and too complex to completely under- therefore kingmakers. Not too long stand yet. The root cause, though, is You know, celebrities JZ: I mean, I have 99 problems. law. Out here, it's me. this guy. T don't have time for this. • I# ,pgo, a good word or ill from some- not my concern. There is a shift, it is' weren't always famous. Once upon But a bitch ain't one . ..-:one like Pat Robertson or Ted visible and having impact. I am a time, back in the day (or in Int: Excuse me? Interviewer: Good morning, Interviewer: Good evening, Mr. " Haggard could make or break a beyond happy. Soon, the movement Stallone's case, waaaaaaaaaaaay JZ: I:llT ME! Mr ... what was your name? Combs. Republican candidate. Today, within society will come into focus, back in the day), these people were Int: Interviewer to security, corne The Juggernant: DON'T YOU Sean Combs: Actually, the name Robertson is one among many lead- and progressives will be able to nur- just like you and me, interviewing in security ... KNOW WHO THE @&$* I AM? is Puff Daddy. ing the charge against global warm- ture it, help it to grow into some- for normal every day jobs. I've . I'M THE MUTHA*@#&% JUG· lnt: Oh, I'm SOlTY,it said Seqn .: ing and Haggard is out of the thing rivaling the conservative searched far and wide, and through a Interviewer: Good afternoon, GANAUT, BITCH' Combs here. Very well. Why are y'!U preaching racket altogether and movement of the last two decades. few connections, was able to recov- Mr. Stallone. Int: Next. interested in this job, Puff Daddy? apparently straight now, after being Till then, though, r am content to sit "'"'="11...... "1 er several Sylvester Stallone: Yo, Adrian. Puff Daddy: Yo, you got it "rehabilitated" of his scandalously back, and watch the right wing transcripts of Int: Actually, my name is Interviewer: Hi there. How's it wrong, playa. My name ain't Puff revealed homosexuality. lim not 'flounder. job interviews Elizabeth. going? . Daddy, it's just Puffy. going to deny the continued, strong from celebri- Sly: Adrian! Robert DeNiro: You talkin' to Int: My mistake. Well, puny ties before Int: (nervous laughter) I'm sony, me? what makes you think you're quali- they became sir, but you seem to be mistaken. Are Int: Um ... yes, I am. fied for this job? famous. you Mr. Stallone? Are you here for DeNim: You talkin' to me? Puffy: Brotha please. What you Forensic Psychiatry In Action: Luckily for the job interview? You seem rather Int: Yes, Mr. Debliro, my name is think this is, the 90's? The name is you, since I confused. Greg, and I am talking to you. P. Diddy. Mad or Bad-you decide! had to spend Sly: Yea... I still can't figure out DeNiro: Your name's Gaylord Int: I'm sorry, P. Diddy. I'm rc'(l- an extra year in preschool, I became the three seashells, that's all. Focker? ly having a hard time following you very good at sharing Int: What the hell is wrong with lnt: No, it's Greg. Anyway, let's here ... If you like watching CSI, don't mlSS this you? get started. Why are you interested P. Diddy: Yo, that's WAY too interactive forum at Beth Jacob Synagogue Interviewer: Hello, Mr. Carter. Sly: I ain't no bum. in this job? many syllables, dog. Just call me How are you doing today? Int: I'm afraid that this has gone DeNiro: You talkin' to me? Diddy. on New London Tpke in Norwich, Wednesday, , Jay-Z: I'm feeling great! It's ya terribly. There isn't going to be a re- Int: Yes, damn it, I am talking to lnt: My apologies, Diddy. Now March 7th at 7pm. boy Young Hove in the house! interview. you. Will you shut up with that can we please just start the inter- . Int: Um, yes, I see. Now, if you Sly: Don't want one . already? view? How did you hear about our Join forensic psychiatrist Renee S. don't mind, we're going to jump Int: Security, please escort this DeNiro: Shut up? Shut up? You company? Kohanski, M.D. as she guides you through right in here. Question one: what do man out. don't tell ME to shut up. I tell YOU Diddy: Yo, Diddy is so laM you believe is your higgest weak- Sly: (to a random bystander, to shut up. week. Just call me by my true name: a live, forensic case of Assault and ness? . after being thrown to the sidewalk) I Int: Will someone please remove Dvbag McGee. Battery With Intent to Kill. JZ: Well, that's rather difficult. could have killed 'em all. I could this man? Int: (sighs and walks out) Int: How so? have killed you. I~ town, you're the DeNiro: Hey, someone whack Criteria for verdicts of Insanity as well as'Guilty But Mentally III will be -- explored. Viewer discretion is strongly advised as actual video material of a defendant immediately following an assault will be, shown. You can view Dr. Kohanski at www.podjock- ey.com. Tickets can be purchased at the dorir for $10; $7 for sen\or citizens; $8 for advance purchase; $8 for students with I.D. at the door. Coffee, dessert and discussion as desired will 'follow.
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Reserve your spot as a member of the jury now, as you go behind the yellow ticker- tape line of a crime scene. Seating is 1'imitedand willbeprovidedtoreservedseatsand first come atthedoor. . ::. . .. • FEBRU,",Y 23, 2007 • TnE COLLEGE VOIOE ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT Dear and the Headlights: The Little Band That Cou14 'BY CAROLYN SEBASKY ., Surf, while "Skinned Knees and Gapped Teeth" opens staff writer like a Modest Mouse song. Each song has a very differ- This little band from Arizona has finally broken onto ent feel to it, and with Metzger's incredibly distinct the scene after years of self-managing and producing voice, it is refreshing to have a lot of diversity between 'With the help of a late 2006 deal with Equal Vision the tracks. I was never bored while listening to the records. The Phoenix natives had been playing and album in its entirety, nor have any of the songs gotten, recording for years without a solid bassist or drummer, old. which was the only thing keeping their genius from the In spite of their many diverse influences, Dear and rest of the world. Thankfully, Dear and the Headlights the Headlights create their own unmistakable sound, lias finally released their debut LP, Small Steps, Heavy which is both refreshing and comforting. Metzger's Hooves on February 6 and they are growing bigger by voice is incredibly versatile, sometimes soothing like-a- the minute. crackling fire, and other times piercing and sharp like a Small Step's, Heavy Hooves is one of the most knife. The myriad of tones in the 13 tracks are all pleas- impressive debuts I have heard in a long time. It is ant in their own way and span a gamut of tastes, making incredibly catchy, but in a different way than the stan- sure there is something for everyone. I '. dard pop/rock hook. After just one listen, it is easy to see It is a safe bet to say that Dear and the Headlights why the band has acquired new fans so quickly, and also will continue to grow and show up in record stores and why the album has not received one bad review. tours across the country in the year to come. Their Dear and the Headlights cites bands such as upcoming showcase at the prestigious South by Radiohead, The Arcade Fire, and The Flaming Lips as Southwest festival this March will also undoubtedly influences, but by far the most evident influence they rocket them toward more commercial success. I list is Ryan Adams & The Cardinals. This similarity is They have finally been discovered, and they .deserve what really pulled me into the album, as I am on an indie every praise they have received since the release 'of .folk rock kick right now, but Dear and the Headlights Small Steps, Heavy Hooves. What I'm saying is: you also manage to put a very unique spin on the classic The upbeat country rhythm in combination with vocal- The Good Life when he moans, Metzger can also sing should really pick up this album because there is essen- southern folk feel, making it their own. ist Ian Metzger's occasional and pleasant warbling gives with a controlled, beautiful rasp, as exemplified by tially no way you can hate it, and the band is worthy of The disc opens with "Ob Not," a Ryan Adams-esque a taste of Dear and the Headlights' original sound. While "Hallelujah" and "Paper Teeth." every penny they collect.
acoustic ballad backed by soulful electric guitar picking. his voice is sometimes reminiscent of Tim Kasher a la "Happy In Love" is full of riffs reminiscent of Nada " :Hey Uncle Oscar! A&E Predicts This Year's Winners BY STEVEN BLOOM no beating Whitaker, John in Notes on a Scandal, and was so would seem to be Penelope Cruz, staff writer Travolta's Battlefield Earth costar. gruesomely awesome that she who could possibly surprise the ------deserves the honor over Golden world and take home the prize. This weekend, Hollywood's Globe winner Helen Mirren. Both Other nominees include Kate biggest stars, excluding Anna Nicole women are older than the average Winslet and Meryl Streep. Smith, will gather in LA to celebrate Oscar nominee,. but seem to be the 79th annual Academy Awards. I entering their prime. My only com- Actnr in a Supporting Role believe the saying goes, "when the petition for these two elderly faxes Alan Arkin, Jackie Earle Haley stars collide, crazy things happen; and Mark Whalberg are no competi- :especially when Ellen DeGeneres tion to the two frontrunners Dijimon 'plays host." No one knows what the Hounsou for Blood Diamond and craziness will entail, but someone Eddie Murphy for Dreamgirls. has to guess. So here they are, my Murphy took home the prize at the predictions for the Oscars, Golden Globes, and it is known that many awards tend to repeat; shoe in, no explanation needed as of the five, offers action, adventure, Best Actor although, Hounsou, who was bril- she has won every award has been and great acting performances whilii Leonardo DiCaprio, Ryan liant in Amistad and Gladiator, thrown at her. Not to mentiton the The Queen gives America an insight Gosling, Peter O'Toole, Will Smith, deserves the trophy for his emotion- girl can sing. She honestly has done to the life of one of the most famous and Forest Whitaker vie for what al performance of a man who has the impossible: she has made me women in the world. Little Miss has historically been the most covet- lost his family. Arid besides, no want to watch "American Idol." Sunshine offers the comic relief with ed award at the show, Forest other actors in the category even its classically dysfunctional family Whitaker took home the award for come close to that man's sex appeal. Best Picture and Clint Eastwood's Letters from his portrayal as Ugandan dictator ldi Probably the most difficult cate- lwo lima rounds out the category as Amin in The Last King of Scotland Actress in a Supporting Role gory to predict, the Best Picture the historical film nominee. My two at the Golden Globes, and 1 predict Nominees include Adrianna award offers a little bit of every- favorite picks are Letters from lwo the same result will occur at the big Best ,Actress Barraza and Rinko Kikuchi for thing. Babel offers racial conflict, lima and Babel, but any of the other show. Although Ryan Gosling was The winner should be none other Babel, Cate Blanchett for Notes on a much like last year's winner Crash, three films could sneak in and grot> magnificent as a junior high school than the great Judi Dench. Dench Scandal, Abigail Besling for Little and goes in as the favorite since its the prize. So, my bold prediction is teacher in Half Nelson and definite- stepped out of her comfort zone in Miss Sunshine, and Jennifer Hudson surprise win at the Golden Globes. that Little Miss Sunshine takes the _Iy deserves a second look, there is order to play the dark schoolteacher for Dreamgirls. Jennifer Hudson is a The Departed, my favorite film out ~-,---~------=--::..,,-===~ crown. LONDON CALLING frills an aunted towers. BANDS REUNITED '80s, the members have strategical!y their song, "Indra," on the CHRISTOPHER KANE "There are a lot of people to decided to tour once again this sum- mesmirizingVanilla Sky soundtrack please and you want to make every- mer. With such classics as "Every or "Lebanese Blonde" on the infa- body happy. But I'm so lucky." Breath You Take," "Every Little She mous Garden State soundtrack. Crystal buttons, crystal dress Does Is Magic," "Don't Stand So In my explorations through overlays, and crystal detailing' on tho Close To Me," and of course Thievery Corporation's catalog, I clothes and accessories command "Roxanne," The Police are expected have decided that their strongest attention, but the cunning clothes to sell out stadiums and draw in release is The Cosmic Game. The themselves speak louder. A back huge crowds. album's vocal guests include some leather halter with intricate stitching The Smashing Pumpkins have of rock's superstar singers, everyone and subtle pleats was worn with a also jumped on the reunioin band from David Byrne (Talking Heads) belt of hanging circles and a Ie] wagon. One of the quintessential on "Marching' the Hate Machines black velvet trouser: the loo band of the '90s, the Smashing (Into the Sun)" to Perry Farrell screamed undercover operative. ~ Pumpkins connected with disgrun- (Jane's .Addiction) on "Revolution the ladies of Arthur and the Knigh(l; tled youth and sold millions a Solution" and Wayne Coyne (TIle of the Roundtable were around albums. After the band's breakup in Flaming Lips) on "The Heart's a II:-~'-c'c=c--:--:.a..,.,.~ today, they would be in Kane's miJ)i 2000, Billy Corgan's other musical Lonely Hunter." BY ARETI A, SAKELLARIS dresses of crystal chain mail and vcr.: attempts (Zwan and a solo album) The Cosmic Game (2006) covers vet. Playing with different traditions a&eco-editor a&e associate editor failed. He came back to the idea a a variety of genres, everything from n&eco-editor within the history of the Great Smashing Pumpkins. Though origi- reggae to samba and psychedelia, Britain, Kane manipulates and molds , Diamond Dave, the spandex- nal guitarist James Iha and bassist So I have managed to venture but it all ends up as chill-out groove "It's really not that glamorous various elements into his own aes-t clad, dynamic front man of Van D'arcy Wretzky have yet to confirm into the world of trip-hop. I don't music. Stand-out tracks include the yet," said Christopher Kane, a thetic. Halen's original line-up, is making their participation, Corgan and really know how I got there but it stunning Farrell song, "Revolution Scottish designer based in London. Not only are his designs remark- his comeback with Eddie Van Halen. drummer Jimmy Chamberlain have sure is fun. Now' it is your tum to Solution," wh.ich makes one wonder Last week's show during London able, but the caliber of Kane's craf;". Since his departure from the band in officially reunited as the Smashing fol!ow along. I am Sure most of you where Jane's Addiction would be i Fashion Week stopped everyone in manship trumps any other n )98~, rumors circulated about a pos- Pumpkins. They have booked festi- don't even know exactly what this they were still together today. Farrell their stilettos. Sarah Mower at designer. The style columnist Mo .' sible reunion; however, those were val appearances this summer and are genre is because to be honest, I did is able to effortlessly use his voice as Style.com bailed the humble class of went so far to say that this show rumors based on hope rather than currently recording a new album. not understand it either, until recent- an instrument as he sings "I hope 2006 Central Saint Martins graduate could have shown ill Paris and' it fact. But this summer, Van Halen is Much to the dismay of commu- ly.To give you a little introduction, for comfort / But I never felt safe." as "the strongest talent to have would have still been buzz-worthy, hitting the road once again. nist sympathizers across the globe, trip-hop developed in the mid 1990s Another solid Thievery emerged in London in a decade." Tammy, his' sister, muse Van Halen's reunion has been Rage Against the Machine spilt in from downtempo electronica music Corporation release is the remix Kane's first presentation last year model, helps him every step of ~ , greeted with enthusiasm from fans 2000. The band was a potent combi- in England's hip hop and house album, Versions, which also came featured neon bright nylon and lace way. When asked about where th • and critics alike, even though Eddie nation of hip- hop, funk, metal, punk, scenes. It is known for. breakbeats out in 2006 and travels the musical pieces for a young crowd; perhaps he send their leathers to be sewed and Van Halen's IS-year-old son, and rock, with strong political and (drum loop samples) and a vocal spectrum. There's everything from preemptively imagined himself as finished, Kane exclaims that the{ Wolfgang, who apparently has social messages delivered by the sample-heavy "moody" sound. The poppy jazz queen Norah Jones on the designer for It girls. But the don't outsource at all. "We ordered it ozart-like talents, has replaced enigmatic front man Zack de la genre emerged just as American hip- "Angels" and Brazilian bossa nova autumn/winter 2007 show was a sur- and it arrived in our Dalston studio, original bassist MichaelAnthony, Rocha. Guitarist Tom Morello, hop was taking over Europe's music star Astrud Gilberta on ""Who prise. No longer set on dressing the where we sewed it together, and t~ Eddie Van Halen and David Lee drummer Brad Wilk, and bassist Tim industry and British DJ s were Needs Forever" to "Strange Days" young and flighty, he focused his we drove it to the show." Roth have a volatile past, but hope- Commerford formed Audioslave attempting to put their own local from the legends, The Doors. Two looks for a more mature woman. The' Scot designer won the fully on this tour, the guys will be with Chris Cornel! to achieve great spin on the' international phenome- tracks even feature the Indian A dash of crystal and chrome, Harrods Design Award last year able to put ,egos and past confronta- commercial success. De la Rocha non. singing of Ustad Sultan Khan, and and a heavy dose of leather and vel- upon graduation, and he was hon- .ens aside to totally melt faces with went on to infiltrate the underground The group, Thievery the sitar of the classic Anoushka vet dominated the runway. It is ored as "New Scottish Designer Q. their guitar heavy '80s anthems. music scene, and rumors circulated Corporation, has proven to be the Shankar. , almost aggressive, but Kane steers the Year." None other than Donatella Van Halen is not the only band of a collaboration with Trent Reznor most interesting trip-hop collective Basically, the boys in Thievery clear of the biker chic aesthetic. Versace sponsored his MA collection making headlines with an unexpect- from Nine Inch Nails, but without that I have encountered so far. They Corporation know how to pull out Instead his models effused an for Saint Martins and he currently ed (but welcomed) reunion. The any results. In early 2007, Rage are a Washington, DC-based produc- all the stops and attract an array a assertive attitude, whereas the velvet serves as a consultant for Versace. Police opened up this year's Against the Machine announced tion and t» duo consisting of Rob stars for their work. And fortunately tremendously softened the looks and Moreover, Kane is collaborating rammys with an ,impressive ver- their reunion show at this year's Garza and Eric Hilton, with various the majority of the collaborations grounded the collection with its with Manalo Blahnik for shoes: sion of their first single "Roxanne" Cochella Valley Music and Arts supporting vocal artists. Thievery turn out smoothly. enhancing the touchable quality. Using a palate of this collection: "[Working in fashio after being apart for, 23 years. The Festival. Corporation is known for incorpo- already solid base tracks. If only black, emerald, crimson and burnt Police also have a tumultuous past, Apparently, the scramble to rating dub, acid jazz, classical Indian more artists would use crossover orange, Kane played with a dark and SEE CHRISTOPHER KANE but, being one of the biggest and relive music history is on. music and bossa nova into their own work to strengthen their art, instead edgy sexiness veering near gothic most critically praised bands of the lounge fusion. You may have heard of solely as a marketing ploy. romanticism, but without the lacy Continued Oil page six
• 1 -_._------=:~-~- TilE CoLLEGE VOICE' FEBRUARY 23, 2007 • 5 ARTS &ENTERTAINME NT 1myMeyer Makes Her Directorial Debut with Uncle Vanya J• • BY CLAIRE DOWD Supermodels Outgrow Swimsuit Edition BY SOPHIE FITZGERALD r,. a&e co-editor showy and extensive Swimsuit 2007 . Amy Meyer '07 has the honor of site shows an attempt to combine the being the only student director for appeal- of web with their swimsuit tho Theater department this year. brand. There, you can see 37 photos .I;:~st year, as a junior, the Theater of Beyonce, most or which painfully and' English double major submitted airbrushed. Which leads me to ask: a proposal to direct Anton why make her look like a man- Chekhov's Uncle Vanya. Her pro- nequin? We all know she's gor- posal was selected and now has geous. come to fruition as a part of . Clearly, beauty is not enough Connecticut College's anymore, not even for Sports. mPerfonnance series. Illustrated. The cover has to show- Meyer has had an affinity for case a truly beautiful and a particu- Chekhov since her freshman year, larly powerful persona. Beyoncc is surely a celebrity force to be reck- connecting with the character-driven oned with, but I hoped that S1 would plots and complicated combinations Of" tragedy and comedy. Uncle Students rehearse for Meylj1"sproduction of Uncle Vanya (Cryan) avoid the trend of celebrity cava models. If Sports Illustrated cannot Vanya, in particular, is filled with selves. provide the big supermodel names, human contradictions, with charac- Although there is a tragic ele- than perhaps the era of the super- ters believing they have "wasted ment to the play, the biggest theme model is over and the era of the their lives" but are simultaneously is hope. "The end is a hopeful one. supercelebrity is in full swing. filled with the limitless hope that It's about finding the strength to oornes with being in love. have hope," Meyer says. .,' Taking place on the Russian Meyer (and Chekhov) see Uncle SWIMSUIT 20071 THE MUSIC ISSUE ow~ .. 'fI'iItlGnWBMl1fy. Atl'OIIIIttI.iWl'f'Yfm r.tmy0lfwy ... ,., .... 0i5C0 countryside on an estate where Vanya as a comedy, and she tropes to Uncle Vanya and his grown niece adequately represent the fluidity of 't ,~~ .Sonya reside, the play introduces humor and tragedy that Chekhov so ~ '~) Sonya's father and new stepmother eloquently created. ,"-:_-" into the mix, and the normal routines She fully embraced all the of.the characters' lives begin to fall responsibilities of being the director, aparr. Meyer explains that the char- choosing the best translation of the Vamlla acters begin to questions them- play, overseeing set and costume . An(l_ veronica selves, and the play is ultimately design, doing lights, sound, and pub- BustOut at>out looking for purpose in their licity, holding auditions and choos- In H) liov.esand value in their work. ing her cast. The translation is by Look .~. Wl1o'sIn •~..Uncle Vanya explores the way Brian Friel, an extremely accom- Elvis' Be
~~ ANDREW MARGENOT their time. The implication is ominous; that \ye are ,staff writer "treading the same path" as the Roman Republic is not Divided: What School of Rock Have You Pledged Allegiance To? exactly comforting. Why We Fight. Another patriotic movie, I thought, The documentary takes a chillingly realistic feel BY DANNY BOROUGHS would be left in the dark of my long after the comic cleared the just like Black Hawk Down (2001) or World Trade when it' follows a young college student who enlists in mind: viewing in awe Dirty Dancing stage, Akron/Family occupied it to staff writer Oenter (2006). Of course, it is always fun to rip apart the U.S. Army. To the young man, the military is his sav- for the first time, Saturday afternoon begin a set with the quietude of a movies while watching them, so I sat down with high ing grace; he is unableto pay for college, has no family Metal and Hardcore Listening chorus ready to boom any minute. expectations of ridiculing the film. left, and cannot even pay rent on an apartment. At one It's been two weeks since you Seminar 10I, perfectly cooked kiel- They opened the set facing the .It took me completely by surprise. point he gleefully comments to an army recruiter, have read my lowly words put to basa and beans served to a house full crowd, confrontational in its entire ~ 1 Why We Fight is actually a documentary that chroni- "Because of you, I'm gpnna retire real nice," with such press in celebration of supposed of Mardi Gras attendees getting the welcoming splendor, with the a cap- cles a seemingly obvious question, one that American earnest zeal that the audience cannot help but feel awk- weekend splendors, which included best meal on campus at the one and pella meditation, "Love and Space." cannot quite seem grasp. Indeed, the film explores the ward amidst such enthusiasm.T'erhaps we realize that trips to Boston and burgeoning only Abbey House, and a post-parry I've witnessed this band in a live set- militaristic culture of modem America. And no, Michael this young man is disillusioned and will receive a good record labels. As if my mouth and with a smoke haze to invigorate my ting twice already, and j was slightly M00re did not film it. The documentary does not hold a. wake-up call when he starts getting shot at. He seems ears had a pleasurable yet filling lungs. I must say these are the startled by their decision to place negative or harsh critical view of what America has childish in the way he clings to the military. In fact, he time chewing ana listening to the splendors of unforgettable moments. this song at the beginning of their set become, but rather, it takes an almost melancholy tone signs up'to be a pilot upon realizing that he will be able sprightly activities' penned in the If it were not for John Koffo!'s when it customarily came at the very towards its tale of how the Unittd States has become a to fly Black Hawk attack helicopters: "You guys [U.S. prior article, the previous week and trust in my rather shoddy (nonde- end as the denouement to a raucous monster. Why We Fight is not trying to instigate heated Army] have those too?!" a half that followed (beginning on script I should state) assessment of evening. After the crowd gathered debate about who screwed up the nation, rather it sends The film marks Dwight Eisenhower's Farewell Valentine's Day evening) has been the following band and his firsthand the momentum to chirp along with out a powerful wake-up call to Americans: look at what Address in 1961 as the point where the United States, certainly daunting in comparison. I knowledge of the main highways of the band and as the last phrase of the we have done-we must fix this before it is too late. the self-proclaimed "world police," began its descent 'proclaim the "extended weekend" his birthplace, New York, then I touching number came to a close,
_ I'" One of the film commentators draws the comparison into what it is today. The reason? We ignored President daunting, not to detract it from its don't think he and I would have had Akron/Family was ready to let loose ·'between 20th century United States and the Roman Eisenhower's advice to be vigilant of what we do with simple overabundance of riotous a chance seeing AkronlFamily in like the sprightly delights in the back Republic-s-both the largest "democratic regime[s]" of our acquired military power. As one historian points out, experiences, but to say the least, Brooklyn. He toggled the FM radio of one's mouth, scintillating the the military industrial complex that is America has fall- there are only so many moments you dial expertly back and forth, while senses and letting their musicianship en into the hands of unauthorized power. Businessmen, can fill your senses with at a given navigating the ice-stained roads like shine. The drummer took a se'!:' not politicians, run the military industry that consumes time until feeling a little bloated a well-versed cabbie. I was behind his post, in all their flare ant! so many tax dollars. from the stimulus you had just expe- impressed and proud; I was with a glory, Akron/Family ripped into the The film focuses heavily on the dangers of the rienced. true-blue New Yorker and together perfectly executed number, American military industrial complex. Apparently the The weekend I feasted upon will we had ridden a wave. I was born a "Moment." The noise, the propul- United States spends more money on military pursuits have many moments and bumps in New Yorken too, but he was a parr of sive energy, and whole-hearted spir- than NATO, China, and Russia combined. The American the road I will simply run over and New York. He was raised uptown it were in motion. economy essentially boils down to its obsession with refrain from shedding light upon (as on the brick and mortar that scraped Not to detract from the band's guns, bombs, and tanks, as Why We Fight explains. It is did the weekend from my prior arti- the sky, but that night our destina- sense of urgency and long-winded a lifestyle. Americans cannot live without war, since cle) because, a: personal discourse tion was downtown in a completely live jams, I would like to point out much of their lives revolve or are directly connected to can induce boredom for the reader separate borough for a chance to get AkronlFamily played an impressive- building up its military. (though I will dabble in it) and b: the a glimpse of a little post-psychedel- ly lengthy set. Without divulging All this is masked by the unquestioned ideal that we question at hand (refer to title) is a icjamming. and digressing into too many plot are fighting for "freedom." One begins to wonder tedious one to conquer within the After a stop at John's parents' details, 1 would rather like to discuss whether the USSR or Communist China really "brain- length constraints of the article. I apartment for a sweet Valentine's the nature of AkronlFamily's rock wash" their youth when the camera depicts a string of certainly know that my answer can- Day surprise to his mother, we got to 'n' roll sound; from a gentle hum American children, some mere kindergarteners, auto- not be completely and logically Brooklyn's Europa Club just in time and sparse guitar to a sheer blues matically answering in unison to the question of why explained from start to finish within to see a short improv act with a marathon of one ripping guitar riff America fights: "Freedom." The harmony of their indi- the constructs of these words, but I lover's day theme, where two after another to sound collages of vidual responses is frightening. will privy you to a few insights I impromptu comics reenacted a cou- field recordings and burning bram- All those Pledges of Allegiance and the incessant use have gained through the analytic ple's (pulled from the audience) ble, this band had dynamics that of "FREEDOM!" in the news media and classrooms scope of witnessing two particular relationship in three acts. It was pulsed in arches and waves. A seem to be doing the trick. After all, if we're fighting for bands in two consecutive nights cute with it's jester of a host, who good morals-i-freedom-cwe must be doing the right (February 14th and 15th). So before pulled the action along, and got the SEE DIVIDED; SCHOOL OF ROCK thing. Who doesn't like freedom? You may just have to I begin, let me highlight a few crowd to cheer with glee at its watch Why We Fight and decide yourself. moments that would otherwise warm-hearted intentions. Not too Continued 011 page seoen Sound Off: Britney Spears, Tabloid Darling of the Moment • BY SOPHIE FITZGERALD "I feel bad for her kids. It almost seems like she had them The worst version of this is I think the way the media treat- staff writer as a publicity stunt and that's just not fair. The kids had it bad ed her transition from teen to adult, where she was repeatedly .... , from the start and now it'll be even worse."' described and depicted as a slut for simply growing up, for ,,; Since her split from Kevin Federline, Britney Spears has -Elaine Weisman '07 failing to persist as the fantasy of teen sexual innocence that so . been making headlines for her radical behavior. Most recent- appealed to the same prurient public so horrified by any evi- ly she shaved her head and checked illto.r~~ab. . "Britney has been horrifically treated by the media for dence of actual sexuality. "I get frustrated with all Bntney's cnucism beca~seIf s~e years. In the public spotlight since she was, I don't know, 16 or I read in the paper today a psychologist describing her hair- was a man, we wouldn't care. It is very easy for Amencan soc~- so, her actions and perfonnances and appearance have been cut as 'self-harm' but I think that misses the point entirely: it's ely to place judgment on female figures. Our society has sen- minutely critiqued over and over in ways that are both repre"- not her self that she's determined to destroy so much as it is the .dUs double standards for men and women. For instance, I think sentative of how this sort of thing works as well as excessiv,.e image of her that exists in the media and hence our own imag- its hilarious how people take on this 'the fashion industry is in her particular case. The media's treatment of her seems inations, and it's precisely the media's fault if Britney - and evil the models are skinny' and then jump allover Britney straightforwardly sexist in ways that ought to horrify us but we - can't distinguish between those." Spe~s because she gains weight. Who cares, leave her alone." which we've been trained to accept. -Simon Hay, English Professor . ' -Anne Raftolnplnus '07
.\ ~-- -_.._------_._.- --_._- 6 • FEBRUARY 23, 2007 • THE COLLEGE VOICE ·. NEWS Microbicides Researched For HIV Invisible Children Comes To Conn \ I . • ,I BY JACQUI CROWLEY BY ALEXANDRA FELFLE infected with HIV/AIDS. Topical Medicine, a 60% effective The filmmakers witnessed thou- groups are currently touring the contributing writer The options available to women microbicide would prevent 2.5 mil- sands of children flee their homes country in donated recreatw,nal for HIV prevention are limited, and lion HIV infections over a three- contributing writer nightly in order to escape abduction; vehicles. - With the approach of are also contingent on partner coop- year period. Microbicides would We can't see them,but they are children in Uganda are regularly The volunteers have been hold- International Women's Day- on eration. The phrase "partner cooper- not replace existing methods of pro- there. They live in a different conti- abducted by the LRA to be trained as ing showings of the film at vari!!"s March 8th, I am reminded of a quo- ation" implies that each individual tection, but rather multiply the tools nent with a different way of life. child soldiers. These children walk academic and cultural centers (11l0,St- tation by Geeta Rao Gupta, in the relationship has the power to available for disease prevention. Invisible Children, to be shown in miles to find shelter in hospitals or Iy high school's and colleges). The President of the International Center negotiate abstinence, fidelity or con- Every 26 seconds, a woman dies Olin 014 on Friday, February 23 at bus parks - anywhere distanced campaign has been centered ,,:ound for Research on Women. "I like to dom use. Unfortunately, women from AIDS. Assuming this article 5:30 P.M. will open your eyes to from rebel camps. raising public awareness in the !!,.S. : believe that if you give women internationally do not have the read in 5 minutes, 11 women have horrors you never knew existed. The filmmakers have started a in an attempt to spur youth "uato power, you're not taking away social or economic means to choose died because they lacked the power Invisible Children is a rough cut related nonprofit organization action push for US and Uga~d.an men's power, you're adding to the and enforce these options, leaving to protect themselves. On the occa- documentary recorded in 2003. The designed to help curb the problem. policiy change. power of the entire household, the them at the mercy of their partners sion of International Women's Day, film documents the experiences of Their NGO sends volunteers to community, the country," she stated. to live healthy lives. I urge you to think critically about three college students, Jason Acholiland, the affected region in Merchandise will be sold to ben- Disparities of power between Microbicides , currently being gender and power. Take action Russell, Bobby Bailey, and Laren Northern Uganda. to aid former efit these children in Uganda. Do ~ot women and men, particularly the developed and tested, would reduce today, tell someone about rnicrobi- Poole, in' Northern Uganda. The child-soldiers in re-integration into miss the viewing on FRIDAY, FEB- power and resources to control sur- the transmission of HIV when used cides. For more information on filmmakers, from the University of normal civic life through education RUARY 23 @ 5:30 pm in 0L!N vival, appear prominently in the topically, allowing women to initi- microbicide development and/or the Southern California, travelled to and extensive psychological treat- 014. For more information contact: face of HIV/AIDS. Internationally, ate and control their health with or progression of clinical trails please Uganda tn film a senior thesis. They ment. Alexandra Felfle at young women between 15 and 24 without partner cooperation. visit www.global-campaign.org. found thousands of people affected The organization has taken the [email protected] or .. years of age are emerging as the According to a study done by the by the insurgency of the Lord's name Invisible Children Inc. for x3758. fastest growing group to be newly London School of Hygiene and Resistance Army (LRA). The result- itself and its movement. This US- ing film focuses on the war's effects based initiaive is also concerned Go to: www.invisible on children, particularly child sol- with widespread distribution of the children.com Board To Read Divestment Report diers. Invisible Children DVD. Small BY ALLISON ZELMAN ducted an informal survey asking .the College's investments in Sudan, Dance Club random students four different ques- 60% of participants claimed famil- contributing umter tions. The questions varied, but iarity with the issue, 22% stated that continued from page 1 focused on determining how they were well informed, and 10% • IDance David Dorfman, whn Dorfman Dance will be the resident laboration is akin to a medical .' The Advisory Committee for informed about divestment students asserted that they had no foundation intends to implement yet another company of Connecticut College," ~chool and teaching hospital. This Socially Responsible Investing has are, and if they support socially for understanding the issue. exciting change next year. As of last he said. "David Dorfman's human- residence also speaks to President compiled a report which will be pre- responsible investments. Over 150 Along with this informal survey, week, the New York-based company ism, tackling of important social Higdon's strong commitment to yro- sented to the Board of Trustees this students completed the survey, a STAND petition has gathered over "David Dorfman Dance" was named issues and commitment to 'dance in viding faculty and students with first weekend, requesting that the college yielding a boon of data. Results 300 student signatures, expressing permanent company-in-residence the here and now' all combine to rate resources." divest from all accounts that are were lopsided: 85% of participants their desire for Connecticut College here at Conn. This past fall, the com- make him, as the Encyclopedia of While exciting performances jlre supporting the Khartoum govern- claimed 'to support Socially to divest. pany collaborated with Connecticut Modern Dance states, "one of the in sight for next fall, be sure not to ment in Sudan. Over the past few Responsible Investing (SRI), 11% This information will be present- College dance majors and minors in greatest artists of his generation. miss the Dance Club's upcoming months, ACSRI has focused on of participants were unsure and 4% ed in the ACSRI report, to be read the production of "Underground,' Having his dance company in resi- spring show. The show will take gathering student support, spreading' were unsupportive of SRI.' When by the Board of Trustees, as a sam- which was staged as a feature of the dence will afford students the oppor- place March 1,2, and 3 at 8 p.m. in awareness about the definitions students were asked if they thought ple of student body opinion. ACSRI college's onStage series, giving stu- tunity to learn from and work along- Myers Studio, but arrive early as behind divestment, and researching that Connecticut College has a intends for this report to augment dents a taste of the good things to side professional dancers, attend seats are 'usually in high demand. the school's economic situation and moral responsibility to limit invest- President Higdon and the Board of come. open rehearsals to better understand Tickets for general admission cost plausible divestment options. The ments in the Sudan; 84% answered Trustees' expressed willingness to Dance major Zenas Hutcheson the artistic process, and to better five dollars and will be on sale start- report summarizes ACSRI's "yes," 14% responded no -because take the lead in divesting among commented on the announced col- learn how a professional performing ing this Monday, February 26 in research and provides suggestions they believe that limitations on small, well-respected academic laboratinn. "I'm thrilled that David arts organization operates. This col- Cro. ~... for financial reforms that support investments will not help the situa- institutions. the mission of Connecticut College. tion in Darfur -and 2% stated "no." " This past week, STAND con- Regarding overall knowledge about Congratulations H.ousefellows
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Our graduate programs provide both on campus and online courses. professional field education in community continued from page 5 Haven's Toad's Place .... or so I received, yet who could tell with thought. such a stolid bunch that only seemed agencies and school s, leading to strong academi c preparation for Y ED marathon of one ripping guitar Overall, the trip was a fantastic to know how to clap after a song's licensure and certification. . riff after another 10 sound collages event with a car full of buddies end. And from the view Ichose, the of field recordings and burning flinging back and forth dirty jokes as mere sonies being displayed on bramble, this band had dynamics well as jokes so bad that you could stage like a high art exhibit from a ~ Education. Edu'l:lIfonal Ps)'chology, )Iflltlll Healt Coo se iug. that pulsed in arches and waves. A throw tomatoes at each other and time past were diminutive in size so and School Psychology tumultuous nobility that thunders with a post-show craving for vile that it certainly did not give off that along with the beat of a hand drum fast-food substances ("the fourth engulfing tone that Sonic Youth and guitars that ache through cater- meal"); nothing could have felt more clearly displays on record. It was as wauling splices of '60s and '70s complete. Of course, the show felt if earplugs were in my ears, but I rock. They sat on the verge of well- complete if one discounted the didn't actually have them in there. ingested folk and choral harmonies music experience. You see one must The sound simply was muffled and with a psychedelia that can only understand that a lot of factors come muted and far from a reaching grasp hearken back to the hay-day -of the into play when assessing a musical for me-as the-viewer Grateful Dead among others notori- act in a live setting, but when it Opposed to AkronIFarnily, Sonic ous for noodling and the aforemen- comes down to the grit 'n' tooth of it Youth was part of the new classics: tioned descriptor, "long-winded live all, the experience is merely a sub- rock acts that donned the crown of jams." They were a new school of jective matter passing through you. establishing a certain sound that was rock, a canon of musicians that did Nonetheless, I left the show with a a precursor to many bands that fol- not simply pillage from the greats, curbed enthusiasm for a band that lowed. I could take down notes but encapsulated new life and hum meant so much in creating a particu- heavily about such heralded kings of in the air. It was the raw power of lar sonic landscape for contempo- the noise-rock subgenre, but my their music and the universe, but raries to follow down the line. allegiance by end of these two they were certain enough to not fight Let a picture be painted. We shows seemed to be clear: I resided against it, but instead to connect arrived at Toad's Place with the with the new school of rock. The with it. They noticed that there were venue packed to the gills, full of time spent searching a discovering still boundaries that needed to be comatose passive aggressives who bands like AkronlFamily and devel- expanded with the unrelenting beat wouldn't lift a foot to dance even if oping such a palette stomaching of music, a throbbing undercurrent they had guns to their heads. With them with a wholehearted apprecia- that they welcomed everyone to the venue exasperatingly stuffed, tion for their vibrant sounds goes grasp in off-kilter song and dance. there was no chance to be in the down farther along the path then get- Literally by the end of the night channel of the sound unless you ting an aural lecture from a band I that's what occurred: John and I wanted to brave the storm weave would never get to see in an ideal danced, the man at the merchandise your way up front, spilling setting. 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I've raised myself on it another band, which had fine-tuned of perfectly still concert-goers. The without borders and besides I like Dear Connecticut College Faculty, Staff, & Students, a sound over their lengthy career and show was nonetheless epic and feel- working backwards so that the old gained the reputation of being one of ing a little reserved for such astute might become the new with me 'as My name is Zakaree M. Harris and I serve on SGA as the Chair of Diversity & Equity. One of my objec- the first underground bands in the noise-rockers. Kim Gordon did her time progresses. For now, one must tives at the end of the year is to host the annual SGA Diversity Summit. This summit will mark the 4th late '80s and early '90s to meld nonchalant sing-and-dance routine believe that there is little time to year that SGA has hosted this event. This year's theme will be "A Clear Reflection into the CC bubble." noise/grunge rock in to a dissonant as if she was stepping on littered waste with so much good new music It will be held in the 1962 room in Cro from 9am-12:00pm on Saturday, March 3rd. Many of the discus- synthesis. This band that I felt was flowers and Thurston Moore lurched out there. Ifind it harder and harder sion topics will center on what we can do as individuals to impact change on this campus and in the .necessary to experience before I die with every oppressive chord he for me to dwell in the past. Onward larger society. Dr. Terry Avery·Curry, a local psychologist, will be facilitating the summit with a workshop 'I,was Sonic Youth and what better seemed to strum his way through I go, into the fray, ready for more that closely ties into the theme of the summit. This is a formal invite to the event. SGA, the Diversity way to experience them than in the while the rest of the band seemed to with the passing of each day. Summit committee and myself hope to see you on March 3rd. A light breakfast and a full lunch will be medium-sized venue of New plug along. They seemed to be well- provided. Please RSVP to [email protected] to reserve your seat or to ask any questions.
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1'". COIJJlc, VOIC' • FIl•• UARY23, 2007' 9 Track and Field Finds Success at Championships Women's Hockey Ends Season With Win ByGeraldWols Mickey Lenzi's ' 10 285 points en- clinch a 14th place in the 1,000 ByBenEagle route to a 14th place performance in sports writer meters, finishing in a time of power play. Assisting on Welker's country, Middlebury College. The the pentathlon. In addition, Henry sports writer 3:07.03. Jill Sergi '09 finished 16th goal was both Judy Ellis '07 and team's problems were rooted in their Gaud '07 was 16th overall with ~oth the Connecticut College in the 3,000 meters after recording a The women's hockey team Erin Fleury '08. In the second peri- lack of offense. The Camels' attack 2512 points for the Camels. In the men s and women's indoor track time of 10:55.6. In the distance ended their season on a high note od, the Camels were able to pull only provided 1.7 goals per game. 1,000 meters, Peter Heinz '09 post- and field teams participated in the medley relay, the Camel foursome when they defeated SUNY-Cortland away with goals by Erin Davey' 10 On the other hand, their defense was ed a time of 2:41.10 and subse- New England Division III of Sarah Petit' 10, Michelle Lakes at Dayton Arena last Saturday night. and Stephanie Quinn '10. Both of strong, ranking 4th overall in the quenlly finished in 15th place. Championships this past Saturday. '10, Ashley Lobell '08, and Holly The victory in the last game of the these tallies were assisted by Mason. NESCAC. Unfortunately, not many Kevin Johansen' 10, Blake Marcus Cain '09 finished 11th overall with a The men traveled to Bates College campaign ended a winless streak In the final ten minutes, Cortland defenses can overcome such an ane- , 10, Matt Dyer '08, and time of 13:44.88. Kerry Hand '09, m what proved to be quite a remark- that dated back to January 17th. continued to play hard, fighting off mic offense. As Coach Kristin McCullough teamed up for a 13th Petit, Ellen Cavanaugh '10, and able weekend for. Conn was able to Moreover, the game came the day three Conn power plays. But after Steele said, "We know that we were place time of 3:36.23 in the 4x400 Fallon took 12th in the 4x800 meter earn the highest finish for an indoor after a loss to NESCAC foe Amherst pulling their goalie with I: 12 left to a good team with a scoring issue." meter relay. relay with a time of 10:19.84. College, a team that started Conn's or outdoor team in the history of the play, they were only able to net one Next year though, that strong D will Furthermore, the women's team This up-coming weekend, both losing streak way back in January. program. The tearn also produced goal. The goal did prove meaningful continue 10 roam the ice at Dayton travelled to Gorham, ME to partici- teams will travel to Boston, Thus, the win over Cortland came as three Connecticut College student- for one player on the ice. Ellis, who Arena, returning all of their starters pate in the New England Division Massachusetts where they will par- both a relief to an embattled Camels athletes for the' All-New England assisted on the play, became the including both goalies. On the other III Championships. The event was ticipate in the All-New England Team. team as well as a positive' sign for SUNY-Cortland career leader in side of the puck, the team only loses hosted by the University of Championships. The Men's team next year. There were strong performances assists. Cortland keeper Olivia one forward. Young teams tend to Southern Maine. Unfortunately, the will try to build on their successful Furthermore, Emily Mason '09 all around for CC at the champi- Nuzzo '07 finished with 31 saves on take their lumps but with experience women's team could not emulate outing this past weekend and hope scored once and assisted twice in onships induding Brian Murtagh the day, while Conn goalie Lauren comes results. "The future of the the grand performance that the to give a strong performance. On the leading the Camels to a 3-2 win over '09 who paced the Camels with a Mellen '09 stopped 27 shots. team looks good," Coach Steele men's team was able to produce. other hand, the women's team looks SUNY-Cortland. In doing so, the The future of the team, which victory in the 3,000 meters, posting continued. "I'm certainly excited to The team did not score any points to bounce back from a sub-par per- Lady Camels upped their record to finished with one more win than last see the group break out next sea- a time of 8:39.69. Alex Samrna ' 10 but nevertheless bad some strong formance. "I think we're all ready to 6-14-3 with the win and snapped year and one win shy of the Seven son." And with such experience and finished fourth in the triple-jump, individual performances. Emma do really well because of our confi- Cortland's six game winning streak. victories that netted them a tenacity, one could only expect that breaking his own school record with Tang '08 finished 12th in the pole dence in the season's hard training, Mason broke an early deadlock NESCAC tourney berth two years breakout to reveal itself in the stand- jumps equaling 45 feet, 7 and three vault with a jump of nine feet even. this week of tapor, and the banked by netting a goal at the 1:33 mark. ago, is positive. Their ten game win- ings. quarters of an inch. In the 800 In the 5k run, Melissa Lacey '09 track at BU", noted Brit Fallnn. The Cortland's Maggie Welker '09 less streak is deceiving as it featured meters, Andrew McCullough '07 placed 16th with a time of 19:03.51 College Voice would like to wish responded with 5:26 left to play in two ties, two overtime losses and a fi,nished sixth with a time of and Tara Morazzini '09 finished both teams the best of luck in their the first period on a two-player one goal loss to the #2 team in the 1:58.61. Other notable achieve- 30th with a time of 19:48.90 for the upcoming events. I· ments for the Camels included Camels. Brill Fallon '07 was able to I Red Sox Champions League continued from page 10 Manny would be reporting to camp person we keep making excuses for field and boasts a career on base per- late because his mother just had seri- is a 34 year old man making $20 continued from page 10 centage of .393. Lugo is a strong ous surgery and had to be re-admit- million a year to entertain the very same .can be said getting predictions wrong, but in offensive shortstop and looks bound ted to the hospital during her recov- people that are paying his salary. traveling to the former-Arsenal for Lyon's Brazilian duo Fred and this case, 1 have never been happier. to assume the leadoff spot in the ery. Certainly, no one could fault Manny will be in camp on March lst fortress Highbury. Again I do not Juninho. I expect much of the same Imust admit that I was a little nerv- lineup as Coco Crisp is still recover- Manny for wanting to spend time and will most likely provide more have a whole lot of faith in the in the second. I believe that Lyon ous going into this game, but after ing from a broken index finger that with his mother, and the sympathies "Manny being Manny" antics to the Gunners, but then again I also lack will progress into the final eight reading reports suggesting a possi- required offseason surgery. While of Red Sox Nation were with him, chagrin of the Red Sox front office. faith for PSv. Arsenal has it all to with a score of 1-0 with the goal ble rift between Frank Rijkaard, there are huge plusses for these three We're not all so cruel-hearted that While it's tough to replace Manny's do, and will come out playing coming late in the game. Ronaldinbo and Samuel Eto'o, I big name acquisitions, there are cer- we would be angry with Manny for production, he's more of a detriment aggressive and fast paced - PSV Real Madrid 3-2 Bayern fancied Liverpool's chances. The tainly a good amount of question helping out his ailing mother. to the club if his negative antics out- will absorb the pressure for some Munich: The first half of this game rumors linking Rijkaard with an end marks, as well. Can Matsuzaka However, this sentiment lasted for weigh his production. time but will not cling onto their was vintage Madrid. Beckham's of the season exit have clearly adapt to pitching in the MLB, let all of 24 hours. The next day, it was 4) Comeback Kid(s) advantage for long. I see Arsenal passes were that from his prime, unsettled the squad. Having said alone living in America? Can Drew reported that Manny would be Lastly, the Sox need solid contri- progressing to the final eight. Raul was finding space behind the this, Liverpool's off-the-pitch prob- overcome his injury-riddled history spending a few days with his friend, butions from some guys who were Valencia 2-2 Inter Milan: A four Bayern defense, and Helguera was lems might have also given rise to and finally live up to his full poten- who is a classic car customizer and injured or unavailable last season. goal cracker puts the Spaniards in magnificent setting up two goals. In concern when it was reported that tial? Can Lugo silence the critics whom Manny has purchased 4 or 5 Crisp (finger), Jason Varitek (knees. pole position to progress into the fairness to Bayern, they did domi- Craig Bellamy and Jon Amo Riise who are upset that the club decided rides from in the past, in Atlantic back), Tim Wakefield (ribs, back), last eight. Valencia came back twice nate the possession and had more had a training trip bust up. Ironically to let slick-fielding Alex Gonzalez City. More and more, Manny is and Jon Lester (lymphoma) all went from being behind and really grind- shots on target. To score two goals it was these two players that carried walk by making up for his defensive beginning to resemble a high school down last season with various ed out the result at the San Sire. This in Madrid is a marvelous achieve- Liverpool to victory. Bellamy and faults with big offensive numbers? kid trying to come up with an excuse injuries and are pivotal to the suc- was a highly entertaining and ment, and Van Bommel's late strike Riise provided two vital goals that While these are very urgent matters, for why he skipped class. The pur- cess of the learn in 2007. All four attacking game and I expect the has really put Bayern back into the have put Liverpool firmly in the box the rotation and lineup are undoubt- pose of the visit was for Manny to appear healthy and in great shape to same in the second leg, which will tie. Roy MaKaay had a great game seat for the return leg at Anfield. edly better with these three players attend a car show. Every season, be successful in '07, and there'd be be played in the beautiful city of and it was wonderful to Owen Liverpool has the away goal advan- on the club. Manny is a lock to bat .300 with 30 no greater story for the 2007 Red Valencia. I have to pick Valenci argreaves continuously batt! with ge and.look set to qualify for the 3) Manny (being Manny) or more homeruns and 100 or more Sox than the triumphant return of because of the away goal advantage. fellow-countryman Beckham. All in quarter finals. I cannot see Things in Manny-land are get- RBIs. However, there comes a point Jon Lester to the rotation or bullpen ] see Monentes and Villa combining all this was just a fantastic match Liverpool- conceding more than a ting pretty ridiculous these days. A when it is simply impossible to look after battling and defeating cancer again for some excellent play. On and the return leg in Munich should goal at Anfield, where they are couple of days ago, news broke that the other way, especially when the during the offseason. the flip side, I see Crespo and be a fantastic affair. As I have been unbeaten this season in the Ibrahimovic causing havoc for the saying all season long, I see Bayem Champions League. I see them Valencia defense. I pick Valencia threatening to win the whole compe- keeping this record in tacked. My over Inter in a 2-1 win. tition, and I am sticking with my prediction is a 1-1 draw and Lyon 0-0 Roma: Another enter- prediction. T see Bayern winning 2- Liverpool advancing to the final taining match with plenty of 1 and progressing on the away goals eight. QUINNIPIAC U: chances but no goals, Totti was rule. impressive for the Romans, and the Liverpool 2-1 Barcelona: I hate RAVE REVIEWS FOR OUR MBA The Quinnipiac University School of BusinessMBA program continues to Swim and Dive prepare business professionals for the realities of management in global, technology-driven work environments in specializations such as: continued from page 10 swimming careers on a high note ing that they contributed to an • MBA WITH CONCENTRATIONS IN ACCOUNTING, CIS, FINANCE, the Year award, sharing the honor last weekend, Co-captains Puni extremely successful season in their INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING with Williams College's coach. 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eason By Chris Helms League Sports Writer Preview The men's hockey team kept Round-up rolling over the past weekend, win- As baseball's position players ning back-to-back games against the Welcome to another edition of continue filing in to their respective LlMass-Boston Beacons on my weekly column. This week s spring training camps, just about February 16th and the Babson topic? Champions League Roundup. every organization has a plethora of College Beavers on February 17th. I must also apologize for my poor issues to deal with this spring. Can In closing out the regular season predictions last week. Believe me, Barry Zito with three straight wins, the Camels they are not something I am proud thrive in San end up with a 10-12-2 record (9-9-1 of, and perhaps looking back at them Francisco, in in conference) and head into the I might have been a little over ambi- spite of the NESCAC Championship tious regarding my overall goal fact that he Quarterfinal as the sixth seed. count. Having will undoubt- Facing the UMass Boston said this I edly be over- Beacons in the second to last game think that this shadowed by of the regular season, the weeks predic- CHRIS HELMS another guy Connecticut College Camels proved tions will Viewpoint that goes by that they deserve to be competing indeed be the same first for the NESCAC men's hockey more on tar- name? Will the Cubs' frenzied off- championship. The scoring got start- get. season of spending payoff in the ed in the first period as Rob The return GERALD WOLS long-run (or the short-run, for that Campbell '08 put away his first of legs will be VIEWPOINT matter)? Finally, and perhaps most the night at 13:21; assisting on the played on the importantly, can Yankees stars Alex goal was Brett Moore '10. The '-;;,;;r"==::-;;~::::-:::::;;;;;::::::-;;::::;:::::-:;;::::::-:::=-;-;;:=====:;-;::::-;;:-======-;--;-:=;-;==;;--ll 6th and 7th of Rodriguez and Derek Jeter pnt aside Beacons responded quickly as they With wins over Babson and UMassBoston, Conn proved that tbey are preparedfor tbe NESCACPlayoffs this weekend at Colby (Ali/ebell). March and let me assure you that their differences and find it in their tied it up at 14:13 in the first period Muoio scored a meaningless goal clinch the sixth seed in the confer- '09 and Brian Liamero '09. Babson you are in for a rollercoaster ride, hearts to go back to the old days of on a Russ Peterson goal. It wasn't with one second left in the game ence tournament. The Babson game gained the lead for the second time Manchester United 1-0 Lille: sleepovers and slumber parties? until the third period when the scor- while the Camels were on the penal- was a back-and forth affair as the of the game in the third period, but Controversy marred the United win With these questions. and more, ing resumed, did Conn ice the game. ty kill. Conn goalie Greg Parker '10 teams virtually went goal-for-goal the Camels answered just over a in France, with Ryan Gjggs' free ~.zzing around the heads of baseball Campbell netted his second goal of recorded 28 saves en route to the 4- throughout. The teams scored two minute later as Howarth put one kick goal spurring angry reactions l't1ns,I'd like to start this series of the game after some sweet puck 2 victory. With the win, Conn effec- goals apiece in the first period and away at 14:10. With the score knot- from the Lille players and coaching columns with a look at the Boston work from Trevor Bradley '10 and tively eliminated Tufts and one apiece in each of the two fol- ted at 4-4 at the end of regulation, staff. Alex Ferguson called it the Red Sox, who have more than a cou- Ryan Howarth '10. After assisting Hamilton from playoff contention lowing frames. Mike Kelly' 10 and the Camels headed into overtime most disgraceful incident which he ple of issues to grapple with over the on Campbell's eleventh goal of the and assured themselves a position Jake Henry '07 accounted for the remaining poised and confident. The has witnessed in Football. I tend to next month before the regular season season, Howarth '10 put away his no worse than the eighth seed in the two Camel goals in the first period. overtime was short-lived, as angry with Sir Alex. In my opinion begins. own goal, also his eleventh of the championship tournament. Kelly's goal was his first of the sea- Howarth recorded the game winner, Giggs caught the Lille defense off I) Bullpen Situation season. With the Beacons down a The next day, Conn was able to son. After the Beavers pulled ahead and his thirteenth goal of the season, guard and capitalized on their mis- Perhaps the most highly criti- man due to a Peterson tripping follow-up the Umass-Boston win at 7:59 in the second period, Henry take - in a sense it was vintage cized issue throughout this offseason penalty, Sean Driscoll '10 sealed the with a 5-4 overtime victory against '07 netted his second goal of the SEE MEN'S HOCKEY Giggs. Looking at the replay, it also has been the Sox front office's victory with a fourth Camel goal at the Babson Beavers. More impor- game and fourth of the season. shocked me to see Litle's goalkeeper choices in tenus of what to do with 13:34. UMass-Boston's Michael tantly, the Camels were able to Henry was assisted by Robbie Tesar Continued on page nine Tony Sylva make a half hearted the bullpen. The success of the attempt to save the ball only to stop bullpen rests on newcomers like J.C. mid-stream after realizing he was Romero, Brendan Donnelly, Hideki Women's Swimming Places Fourth At NESCACs not going to reach the ball - he took Okajima, and Joel Piniero, old reli- his chances by protesting the goal. I abies like Mike Timlin and Julian later, Zarba added another seventh cannot see Lille going to Manchester Tavarez, and youngsters like Manny place finish in the lOa-yard butter- United and winning at Old Trafford. Delcarmen and Craig Hansen. fly, as she also went on to set a per- I pick ManU over Lille. There's no doubt that the Sox have sonal lifetime-best in the race. Chelsea I-I F.e. Porto: A rainy revamped their bullpen, but the jury Moreover, Maureen Costello '10 affair in Porto and a dull game in my is: still out on whether or not these supplied a top-tier performance in opinion. Chelsea did get a crucial new faces will bring stability to one the lOO-yard backstroke; she set a away goal, and honestly I do not see of the AL's worst 'pens in 2006. To lifetime-best record en route to a Porto going to London and beating start, Mike Timlin began showing fourth place finish. In the conclusion the Blues. Chelsea is just too good. his age during the latter half of the to Saturday's session, Palmer. Shevchenko scored only his third 2006 season and Julian Tavarez was Wilson, Zarba, and Munns added goal of the season by blasting home really only effective when starting another fourth place to Conn's a vintage strike - perhaps sparking a meaningless games very late in the resume in the 800-yard freestyle bit of a revival? I say Chelsea take season. Manny Delcarmen had relay . the home leg by 2 goals. .flagijes of greatness but is far from On the final day of the meet, the AC Milan 0-0 Celtic: A grueling ~4established MLB reliever; same Camels had to register a strong and entertaining goalless draw in '!11thHansen, who struggled mental- showing to secure an overall finish Glasgow probably suited the Italians ~$
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