FRESHMAN PRESS THE VOICE OF STUDENT LIFE’S PRE-ORIENTATION PROGRAM SINCE 1997

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY BRITTANY MEYER, LILY SCHORR AND SCOTT BRESSLER | STUDENT LIFE F2 FRESHMAN PRESS | NEWS MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 Freshmen look to Student Union Students upset with unwanted for campus improvements sub-free housing BY EVA RICHARDSON son, a junior and treasurer “I feel like there needs to to see where Student Union’s FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER of SU, there will be Wi-fi in be more of a political balance efforts are,” said Johnson. BY PERRY STEIN substance free dorms while every dorm this year, unlike on campus…with more room He also hopes that, “peo- FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER under the influence. As freshmen arrived on years in the past. for political discussion,” ple know [they] are available “If you are living there campus, many already had In regard to the price of said Kristen Schleitler-Ring, to advocate for student in- Although more than 250 we are asking you to abide expectations for Washing- Internet, Johnson hopes to a freshman from Chester- terests on campus.” freshmen were assigned to by this,” said Cheryl Ste- ton University’s Student have tuition include that fee, field, Mo., who took part in Other plans currently be- substance free dorms this phens, Associate Director Union, ranging from Inter- as well as membership to the Student Union Pre-Ori- ing discussed by SU are a year, not all of these resi- of Residential Life. net concerns to interest in the South 40 fitness center, entation program. Web site through which stu- dents requested to live in The substance free fresh- fun events. in the future so, “students In addition, she advocat- dent groups can sell prod- them. men floors include all of Students repeatedly men- aren’t nickel and dimed.” ed a larger South 40 fitness ucts and better fitness hours “That’s not fair. If I didn’t Beaumont, the second floor tioned the topic of Internet Student Union is Wash. center. for the athletic complex. ask for it, it’s not my re- of Danforth, the first floor service as a major concern. U.’s undergraduate stu- “I hope to see fun orien- It will also hold elections sponsibility [to comply with of Dardick and the first Skyler Wills, a freshman dent government associa- tation stuff to get to know in about two months in or- the contract],” said a fresh- floor of Lien. from Omaha, Neb., voiced tion. Under the leadership people,” said Ryan Tkach, a der to potentially change the men living in a substance “These are areas where his desire for reliable Wi-fi of President Neil Patel, this freshman from Springfield, infrastructure of SU so that free dorm who desired to groups of people live to- in the dorms. organization is in charge of Ill. there will be a president and remain anonymous. gether who all have decided “I want better prices for representing student inter- Kara Hendrickson, a five vice presidents. All students living on to live in a healthier way,” the Internet [Wash. U.] talk- ests, funding student activi- freshman from Champaign, According to Johnson, a substance free floor are said Dr. Alan Glass, direc- ed about,” said Landon Pala- ties and planning events on Ill., feels similarly and wants SU is working on a speaker required to sign a contract tor of Habif Habitat and kof, a freshman from Pepper campus. Student Union to provide ex- series to enhance the atmo- which states that they will Wellness Center. “It is as a Pike, Ohio. “First semester Although some freshmen citing activities so she can sphere on campus for stu- not possess any alcoholic responsibility of the Uni- is cheaper, but [I] want to said that they had not been meet many new people dur- dents. beverages, tobacco or drugs versity to provide multiple know if they could secure on campus long enough to ing freshman orientation. This series may feature in their dorms. options of living, and cer- that price for second semes- form an opinion, others One general goal of Stu- guests including astronauts, The contract also re- tainly healthy living should ter as well.” already saw the need for dent Union is, “to be out Mexican political diplomats stricts students from cre- According to Marius John- change in certain areas. where students can see us, and more. ating any disturbances in See SUB-FREE, page F8

Wash. U. world widens with international students

BY JOHANN QUA HIANSEN tional students hear about the relations trips to places such location is a big plus. learn more. What seems like a negative FRESHMEN PRESS REPORTER University and why they come as Chile. “Being in the Midwest is a “Wash. U. sent me lots of introduction into Washington to Washington University. Stacy Huang, a freshman very positive factor as there info and had quick responses University actually was not. While many colleges only “We recruit international in the Olin School of Business is a very helpful atmosphere,” in emails which was great,” “I became more excited,” spread the word about their students by sending them from Taiwan had never even said Kathy Steiner-Lang, direc- said Young. said Sim. “My RAs and RCDs strong academics to interna- mail about the University and heard of the University until tor of the Offi ce of Internation- While many students have visited the hospital at night, tionals, Washington University by making our information admissions counselors visited al Scholars and Students. heard about the Midwestern making me feel more wel- also shares it’s warm and in- readily available. We also have her high school, Singapore According to Steiner-Lang, charm, others have already ex- comed. My RCDs even stayed viting atmosphere. had counselors from all over American School. the Midwest’s friendliness has perienced it fi rst hand. in my room from 11 p.m. to As a result, despite a small- the world come to visit us,” “Wash. U.’s ranking was the translated into a welcoming Steve Sim, an Arts & Scienc- 6:30 a.m.” er class of 1346 freshmen, the said Director of Admissions deciding factor,” Stacy said. effect for international stu- es student of Korean descent With so many positive ex- number of incoming interna- Nanette Tarbouni. The University is currently dents. from Canada, had planned on periences here at Washington tional freshmen has increased The exchange of informa- tied with Cornell University Renault Young is in the En- participating in the Pre-Ori- University, new international from last year to 70 with stu- tion goes in the opposite direc- for 12th place on the U.S. News gineering school and moved to entation program LAUNCH. students are already telling dents enrolled at each of the tion too. Admissions counsel- Best American College rank- the University from Indonesia Unfortunately, on the eve of their friends back home to ap- fi ve schools at the University. ors at the University travel to ings. but is from Taiwan. He heard his departure, Sim was taken ply. These students represent Asia and Europe, University Though many students have of Washington University from to Barnes-Jewish hospital that The potential for even more 20 countries from Canada and faculty hold overseas sympo- had the personal experiences his friends, teachers and stu- night after complaining of international students adding South Korea to the more exotic siums on interesting fi elds of clarifying that Washington dents who had gone from his acute pain near his stomach; to the myriad of ethnicities nations of Romania and Tur- such as genetics and Chancel- University is in St. Louis and school as well as his sister who an appendectomy was per- currently represented on cam- key. Living so far away raises lor Mark Wrighton conducts not in Washington state or was waitlisted here. Young formed to prevent his appen- pus is very real as the world the questions of how interna- numerous international public Washington D.C., the campus’s sent off an e-mail inquiry to dix from bursting. comes to St. Louis.

Corporate-sponsored Orientation Pre-Orientation: gets upgraded with new activities First batch of freshmen arrive on campus

BY YOUNG KYUNG LEE dents trying to adjust to a FRESHMEN PRESS REPORTER new environment and there are major advantages to As thousands of students attending one of the pro- swarmed campus on move- grams. in day, waited hours for ele- “It’s just harder to meet vators and dragged multiple 1300 people all coming at 50-pound bags up the stairs, once,” said Danielle Bristow, 350 freshmen were already director of Orientation and comfortably nestled in their Parent Weekend. dorms. According to Bristow, ar- These freshmen par- riving a few days earlier pro- ticipated in pre-orientation vides students a chance to programs from August 16 to mingle with smaller groups August 23. These programs of people with similar inter- are intended to facilitate a ests before meeting the en- smooth transition from high tire class of 2011. school to college. Unlike the actual ori- “It’s been really great entation, which started on meeting new people and up- August 24, pre-orientation perclassmen who actually programs are mostly stu- know about the school and dent-run. [who] can introduce me to Any student group on LILY SCHORR | STUDENT LIFE the opportunities presented campus wishing to partici- Students walk through the Underpass which advertises Orientation activities. This year’s Orientation will feature a trips to both Target and the Arch, among here,” commented Ian Chui, pate may submit an appli- other activities for new freshman. a freshman in the Leader- cation. The Office of Orien- ship Through Service pre- tation encourages student orientation program. groups to get involved as BY DAN WOZNICA tion programs that don’t put event will feature a DJ, late- Maryse Pearce. “I’d never Eight different programs, long as their purposes do FRESHMEN PRESS REPORTER strain on the University’s night access to the museum experienced anything like ranging from community not interfere with those of budget. and free tram rides to the it before. When my older service to camping, were of- already existing programs. The Freshman Orienta- Sunday’s Target Night top of the Arch. brother went to another col- fered to freshmen this year. “Pre-orientation budgets tion Program is back in full Out, a special event in which Upperclassmen who lege a few years ago, they Students participating in are set by the programs swing this year, with both freshmen shopped for dorm- might think that this year’s just gave him a key and let the pre-orientation arrived a themselves,” said Bristow. new, corporate-sponsored room items while enjoying Orientation is higher-bud- him go.” few days early to check into The cost of any program, activities and old, time-test- free food and giveaways, geted than in past years can According to Pearce, their dorms and meet fellow however, must be under ed traditions scheduled to was funded by Target; the rest assured that the Uni- freshmen participating in incoming students. $300 to prevent it from be- welcome the incoming Class free pizza students enjoyed versity is not devoting any Orientation traditions such During the pre-orienta- ing cost-prohibitive to some of 2011. after returning to their resi- more money than usual to as Convocation, Celebration tion programs, students students. “The ultimate aim of Ori- dential colleges was backed this year’s activities. in the Quad and Club 40 interact with upper-class This year, three new pro- entation is to assist students by Pizza Hut. “The Office of Orienta- Dance “have it made.” students who share similar grams—The Hatchet in St. in their transition to Wash. The WUTube iChallenge, tion was not given any more The majority of Orienta- interests and become famil- Louis; KWUR: Adventures in U., to get them to know the an ongoing movie competi- funding than we have in the tion activities will conclude iar with the range of activi- Radioland; and Hot Lasers resources that are on cam- tion in which different dorm past,” said Bristow. “[Arch by Monday night. ties that the school offers. and Fast Atoms-Approaching pus and to make them feel floors have been using cam- Extravaganza] is more of Upcoming events include Breaking into small groups Infinity—were added, while comfortable in their new corders and laptops to film a University initiative that floor discussions for the helps students to focus on a pre-med program from environment,” said Danielle and edit short movies, is has been added to the Ori- Freshman Reading Program their individual interests. Cornerstone was discontin- Bristow, director of Orien- being paid for entirely by entation program.” (7:00 p.m. Monday), the WU- “The pre-orientation ued. The Office of Orienta- tation and Parent Weekend Apple Inc. Long-held rituals have Tu b e iC h a l le n ge f i l m fest iv a l serves a different purpose tion is hoping to expand the Programs. Additionally, Freshman also been repeated in this (Athletic Complex and Field from the orientation [be- diversity of programs and Many of this year’s new Orientation’s biggest new year’s Orientation, including House, 9:00 p.m. Monday) cause it] focuses on specific a number of student orga- Orientation activities have activity, Arch Extravaganza the opening Convocation. and the Movie on the Swamp things,” said Chui. nizations including debate, been sponsored by corpora- will rent St. Louis’ Gateway “Convocation is a lot of (Swamp, 9:00 p.m. Tuesday). The pre-orientation al- mock trials and crew team tions outside the University, Arch from 7:00-11:00 p.m. fun,” said sophomore and lows a more intimate, small have already shown interest allowing for bigger Orienta- on Friday, September 7. The Orientation Ambassador group experience to stu- in participating next year. MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 FRESHMAN PRESS | NEWS F3 SSPORTSPORTS Making the team: The freshman Athletes advise varsity soccer experience new arrivals

football team for two years. BY TED DWYER BY DEMARCO MITCHENER Wilbar and Alex Neumann FRESHMEN PRESS He is also a member of Phi FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER both attended DuPont Manual Delta Theta fraternity, works This summer, as stories High School in Louisville, Ky. Time management: two in the admissions offi ce and is about dirty refs, dogfi ghting “We both were on the high words that have been thrown a referee and competitor for a and doping unfolded, I real- school state fi nalist team and at the freshman class so many number of intramural sports, ized that real sports are gone. grew up playing for the same times that the number would including fraternity and co-ed That is until I saw the light. club team,” said Wilbar. make one’s head spin. teams. From my dorm room window Like all student-athletes In order for this concept to “I did not have many prob- I could see lights that burned here, the players said that take root, it needs to be com- lems with my schedule,” he the night sky over campus. I they wanted a school where bined with familiar experienc- said. followed the lights past Fran- they could focus on academ- es. From two seniors come the According to Barboza, cis Field, still hot from a hard ics as well as soccer. experiences that relay the im- coaches understand that aca- practice, and followed erup- “I wanted to focus on aca- portance of time management demics are important and tions of laughter into the Ath- demics and pursue engineer- when it comes to everyone’s fa- professors know that students letic Complex. Believe it or ing and law degrees, some- vorite and most time-demand- are not robots that are only not, I would fi nd what I had thing I could not do at the D-1 ing pastime—sports. programmed to write papers been looking for all along. level. Wash. U. seemed like a In an interview with senior and do problem sets. Barboza This is “Making the Team” good fi t,” said Skyler Nathan Scott Kaufman-Ross, intra- also said that offi ce hours are (and don’t worry, this story is Wills from Omaha, Neb. mural athlete and member of important, especially when Diddy free), the truth about Whether the players had Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, he had to go out of town for being a freshman on Wash- always known that they had Kaufman-Ross gave a new twist games. ington University’s men’s var- wanted to come to Wash. U. on an old theory. Both Kaufman-Ross and Bar- sity soccer team. to play soccer or pre-season “The more you do, the better boza also encouraged getting LILY SCHORR | STUDENT LIFE The Wash. U. men’s soccer was the fi rst time they had [at time management] you get,” involved. There are so many team posted a 12-4-2 record Two players vie for a ball during a pre-season workout on Monday night. The ever seen Wash. U., the fresh- said Kaufman-Ross. “It’s easier different ways to do so includ- in the 2006 season and are soccer team hopes to build on last year’s success with the addition of the man squad was comfortable to manage a schedule when ing freshman fl oor intramural currently ranked 23rd in the incoming freshmen. and ready for a promising you have stuff you know to you teams, co-ed teams and, of pre-season poll while return- season. have to do,” he continued. course, the Activities Fair. ing every starter from last their summer preparations players continued talking “New adjustments” seemed His theory seemed particu- For those who want to try season. Although it may seem and the immediate adjust- about their pre-season expe- to be the words of the day. larly applicable because stu- new sports, club sports may that the team had no room ments they had to make dur- rience. This seemed fi tting as all of dents with lots of time seem be the way to go because they for incoming players, many ing the fi rst day of camp. “It is exciting to be a part us freshmen try to fi nd our more prone to waste their time. are less time-consuming than of the freshman seemed to “The fi rst day we got here of a team that has had success spot and be a part of the Kaufman-Ross says the key to varsity sports. Another way to reiterate how easy the transi- was unbelievably hot, over in the past and it is good be- Wash. U. team. These athletes successful time management get involved is to attend sports tion was from high school to 100 degrees at least. Nobody ing part of a team with high are real people playing real is, “a good amount [of commit- games. a predominantly upperclass- was prepared for that kind of goals,” said David Klein from sports, the way it was sup- ments], not too much.” “The night games are really men college team. heat, but for the most part, Bethesda, Md. posed to be played. Many do not believe intra- fun, like the upcoming football Tyler Bertroche from Ce- everybody’s in pretty good They come from all across Follow the beckoning light mural sports to be true sports game on Saturday, Sept. 1,” said dar Rapids, Iowa added, “The shape,” said Noah McMillan the country and unite with to Francis Field as I did and because a lot of teams are very Barboza. upperclassmen are really ac- from Washington, D.C. the hope of being a part of a come support Wash. U. ath- lenient with practice and work- Whatever you do, make sure cepting and all the freshmen As the upperclassmen be- very strong Wash. U. soccer letics. The men’s soccer team outs. Classmate Noah Barboza, to get involved. Managing ev- are pretty comfortable with gan to hobble off, ice bags program. Two players even plays its home opener on Sep- though highly involved with erything, including sports, their situation.” nursing sore hamstrings and made the decision to stick to- tember 6 at 7 p.m. against intramural sports now, was is not as hard as one might They began to talk about bruised knees, the freshman gether after high school. Nick Westminster College. also a member of the varsity think. Freshmen moving in

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Clockwise from top left: The “Welkome Home” sign adorning Liggett/Koenig; Students are often accompanied by their family, who help them move their belongings in their new home; Orientation ambassadors and Washington University police direct families towards parking and help them fi nd their way around campus; Residents of Dardick House check in and pick up their dorm information; various student groups set up booths around the clocktower to exhibit the many opportunities to get involved on campus; Orientation ambassadors unload a U-Haul for incoming freshmen and were around to help students move their boxes all day.

LILY SCHORR | STUDENT LIFE F4 FRESHMAN PRESS | FORUM MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 FFORUMORUM What do rankings really mean?

BY ANDREA LUBINSKY with Cornell, one of the pres- academic program on a scale criteria are even less scientifi c ing a school than an average viduals asked to fi ll out peer FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER tigious Ivy League schools. of one to fi ve. When coupled because one hundred percent SAT score. assessments responded. But what does being number with the real statistics used in of a school’s rating is based on You also may have heard I don’t believe U.S. News e live in a competi- 12 really mean? It may give us the ratings, it’s possible that the peer assessment. It seems that many schools now refuse will ever stop ranking colleges tive society. We’re bragging rights, but what are crazy to think a school should to submit their statistics or considering it is one of their constantly compar- we really bragging about? “I know it may sound be ranked exclusively based on fi ll out the peer assessments. best selling issues each year, Wing cars, electron- Most people probably don’t the opinions of a few people. This defi nitely seems like a but I do think that people are ics, grades and even people. know how U.S. News derives There certainly can’t be a step in the right direction becoming more conscious of But is what we’re comparing their annual rankings. Twenty- crazy, but it’s possible perfect way to rank schools because it seems like schools what these rankings really really the same or are we fi ve percent of a school’s because who’s to say what are fi nally recognizing the is- mean and that this will lead trying to fi nd a link between overall rating is comprised that there’s more to a makes one school better than sues with the ranking system. people to use the rankings as apples and oranges? As incom- solely of a peer-assessment: a college than just how another? I know it may sound However, if U.S. News contin- more of a guideline than a col- ing freshmen, we’re extremely survey sent out to colleges to crazy, but it’s possible that ues to release their rankings lege bible. I’m not saying that familiar with the college see what they think of other many students it admits there’s more to a college than using old data and fewer peer we should stop trying to com- application process and how colleges. This survey counts just how many students it assessments, the rankings pare schools because rankings competitive it really is. I’d be more than any of the other and the percentage admits and the percentage will become less and less reli- and comparisons can be a willing to bet that many of us statistics used to come up with of alumni that donate money able. When a school refuses to helpful way to begin a college used the U.S. News and World the rankings. The U.S. News of alumni that donate (both of which are criteria U.S. release their updated statistics search. I am merely advising Report college rankings as not Web site describes the survey News uses in its rankings). and U.S. News cannot fi nd it that they should be looked at only a good starting point for as allowing, “the top academ- money.” U.S. News neglects to take into through other sources, the with a more critical eye, and the college search, but also as ics we consult—presidents, account so many important magazine uses the data from perhaps be taken slightly less a way to decide if one school provosts, and deans of admis- factors when judging a school the last year they have on re- seriously. was better than another. As sions—to account for intangi- this survey may be helpful, that the rankings seem inher- cord. That means that schools many of you know, the 2008 bles such as faculty dedication but should it really count more ently fl awed. that won’t release data could Andrea is a freshman in Olin college rankings were released to teaching.” These profession- than anything else? For under- Factors like campus life and be ranked incorrectly. As for School of Business. She can be last week. Wash. U. held steady als are asked to rate each of graduate business and engi- student opinion are so much the peer assessments this year, reached via e-mail at lubin- at number 12, a spot we share these “intangibles” for a given neering programs, the rating more important when choos- only fi fty-one percent of indi- [email protected]. Campus dining options Out of reach? Bridging the cultural gap freshman year

do not promote BY WANDALYN SAVALA and made close friends. Hyojin’s imposes on Greek organiza- FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER experience has encouraged her tions. While creating such a to make diversity a priority restriction may limit freshman hat’s that noise? It during her time at Wash. U. She involvement in some organiza- healthy eating sounds a little like reasons that, “if I have diverse tions, doing so will encourage a pulse… Maybe it’s friends, I will be more open to them to look to different outlets Wthe speakers next new things.” to make friends. BY LIZ KLEIN to cardiac arrest, this would school and, as a result, door? Perhaps the movers drop- Research conducted by Patri- Either in lieu of or in ad- FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER undoubtedly be the place to their level of exercise de- ping heavy boxes after trun- cia Gurin, professor of psychol- dition to this measure, the f you’re a college do it. creases. Many students keep dling up a fl ight of stairs? Or is ogy at the University of Michi- University and student groups student, or if you’ve That’s not to say, though, salty and sugary snacks in it something else? gan, supports Hyojin’s view. can increase the number of ever known a college that it is impossible to eat their dorm rooms and often It is all of these things and “Students learn better in [a programs targeted at fresh- I student, or if you live healthfully here if you want overindulge late at night more—it’s getting to know your diverse] environment and are men that are designed to break pretty much anywhere in to—there are many nutri- or while studying. With roommates, suitemates, the better prepared to become ac- cultural barriers. Currently, North America, you’ve prob- tious, wholesome dining so much newfound free- kids next door, the kids on your tive participants in our plural- Orientation events focus on this ably heard of the “Freshman options on campus, like dom and so many tempt- fl oor and everyone in between. istic, democratic society once goal. After Orientation, however, Fifteen”—the not-so-mys- pasta with marinara sauce, ing foods available, the It’s your freshman experi- they leave school,” reported cross-culturalism falls by the terious weight gain that a tuna salad sandwich, the Nemours Center explains, ence. Gurin. wayside and freshmen seek out supposedly afflicts college spicy black bean burger and many new college students In an effort to ease the Fortunately, Wash. U.’s the safety of cultural similarity freshmen. Researchers several kinds of soup, all find it hard to stick to a bal- transition, new students reach diversity presents its students and the pattern of self-segrega- disagree as to whether this served in Bear’s Den. anced, nutritious diet. out to those they think they can with countless opportunities to tion continues. trend is real—some studies Of course, it is true that relate to. To fi nd like-minded interact with peers of a variety As Kim Short, a Koenig Four have shown it to be a myth we are ultimately responsi- peers, students follow a general of backgrounds. However, the RA, attests, the temptation for while others have shown it “With so much new- ble for what we put into our rule of thumb: look for those challenges and fears that go students to align themselves to be real and remarkably own bodies, but choosing who look like you. hand-in-hand with the fi rst year with other intellectuals of simi- widespread. Regardless of found freedom and so to eat in a dining hall on As the study, “Campus Di- handicap many freshmen and lar backgrounds is too alluring whether the phenomenon campus is not like choosing versity and Student Self-Segre- therefore limit their willingness to pass up freshman year. For exists, however, one thing many tempting foods to eat in a fast food restau- gation: Separating Myths From to form relationships with a Kim, Wash. U. presented her is certain: the food on the rant: many students, espe- Facts” noted, the pattern of variety of individuals early on with an opportunity that was Washington University cam- available, many new cially freshmen, do not have freshmen gravitating to those of in their college careers. severely limited in her predomi- pus is not going to help stu- another more health-con- similar race and ethnicity stems To encourage cross-cultural nately white high school—the dents stay fit and healthy. college students fi nd it scious dining venue where from “…the degree of continu- discussion and socializing, chance to interact with other Some of the food served they can choose to eat on a ing segregation in America’s the University sponsors open African American intellectuals. in the University’s dining hard to stick to a bal- regular basis. It should not schools and communities. forums such as Campus Week Now a junior, Kim acknowl- facilities is truly appalling. be so easy for students to [Therefore], it isn’t surprising of Dialogue and student groups edges that, “it’s a step-by-step The pasta with Alfredo and anced, nutritious diet.” fall into dangerous eating that college students today such as The Solution host social process. [Freshman year] was chicken, served in Bear’s habits. At the very least, do sometimes choose to live, gatherings during the year. As about submerging myself in Den, contains 1,211 calories all dining halls on campus socialize, or study together with critics point out, however, many my culture. [Sophomore year] I and supplies the consumer Nutrition facts for the should display nutritional other students from similar students attend these events, branched out because I had ful- with 123 percent of his meals served on campus information about the foods backgrounds.” but fall back into the same fi lled that need. Yes, college is a daily saturated fat intake. are available online and it they serve. Like the majority of fresh- social patterns as before once time about getting acclimated, Bear’s Den also offers a is feasible to eat a balanced, Bon Appetit, the Univer- men, Brent Sherman is, “just they end. but you’re also here to learn and double cheeseburger con- healthful diet on campus sity’s food service manage- a bit concerned that I won’t Though the University and grow.” taining 1,198 calories and a if you’re willing to devote ment company, should be make any real close friends. student groups can make every Though bonding with people breakfast burrito contain- a considerable amount of applauded for their com- I’m also worried that if I do effort to encourage multicultur- of the same (insert nationality, ing 937 calories. Think you time to determining what mitment to environmental make friends our free time will alism, the onus of strengthen- ethnicity or social class here) can avoid the caloric crazi- you will or will not eat in sustainability and to the only overlap on the weekends ing cross-cultural connections group nurtures the need for ness by choosing a salad? the dining halls. use of local food products. which would make keeping lies with individual students. comfort and community, doing Think again. A large Caesar The problem is not that Health-conscious students and strengthening friendships Developing such relationships so may inadvertently lead to salad contains 925 calories, healthful food options don’t who eat in the dining halls diffi cult.” must begin freshman year. segregation and thus limit both 694 of them from fat. The exist. It’s that someone who should encourage Bon Appe- Couple these fears with a But how do you surmount one’s social sphere and educa- worst offender of all is the isn’t meticulously careful tit to expand their Healthy desire for comfort and it’s no your fears and leap into unfa- tional depth. Starting with the chicken fingers, weigh- about her diet could easily Cooking Initiative and make mystery why students succumb miliarity? fi rst year, students must make ing in at a whopping 1,335 consume 4,000 calories in a the foods that everyone to the temptation of befriending From limiting the range of the conscious decision to asso- calories and providing 94 day—a diet that, for most of likes to eat more health- peers primarily from similar infl uence different cultural ciate with those different from percent of your suggested us, could lead to extremely ful. In the meantime, log backgrounds. clubs have on freshmen to themselves. daily sodium intake. These poor physical health. on to the dining services As freshman Hyojin Choi simply introducing freshmen to A refusal (subconscious or are not just a few extreme College is not an environ- Web site at diningservices. discovered, however, leaving settings in which they encoun- not) to leave one’s comfort zone examples either as almost ment that naturally fosters wustl.edu to check out the one’s comfort zone is ultimately ter a wide range of individuals, fosters a sense of separation all of the entrees served good health. According to nutrition facts for the meals a rewarding experience. upperclassmen have suggested and makes a fairly small gap in Bear’s Den are absurdly the Nemours Foundation’s served on campus and make After moving to Champaign, many ways to cross cultural amongst cultures seem wider high in calories, saturated Center for Children’s Health informed decisions about Ill. from South Korea, Hyojin en- barriers to foster true diversity and deeper than the construc- fat and cholesterol. In fact, Media, many aspects of col- what to eat. rolled in a predominately white, on campus. tion hole outside Mallinckrodt. Bear’s Den serves only nine lege life can foster less than middle class Catholic high Sophomore Nicholas McK- entrees that contain less ideal health. Most college Liz is a freshman in school. Understandably, she enna advocates imposing a “sec- Wandalyn is a freshman than 400 calories. (They students no longer have the Arts & Sciences. She can be was shy at fi rst, but after her ond semester-only” restriction in Arts & Sciences. She can be serve over 40 entrees.) If physical education require- reached via e-mail at em- classmates reached out to her, on cultural clubs similar to the reached via e-mail at wesavala@ you wanted to eat your way ments that they had in high [email protected]. she became more comfortable rush policy that the University artsci.wustl.edu. Freshman Press 2007 Participants: Chiara Andriole Liz Klein Eva Richardson Perry Stein Andrew Cortopassi Young Kyung Lee Eric Rosenbaum Karin Underwood Ted Dwyer Andrea Lubinsky Wanda Savala Jackie Wagner Johann Qua Hiansen Brittany Meyer Lily Schorr Dan Woznica Katrina Jongman-Sereno DeMarco Michener Nadia Sobehart MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 FRESHMAN PRESS | SCENE F5 SSCENECENE What can RA’s and OA’s do for you?

BY KARIN UNDERWOOD taking care of all the details be with you guys,” said OA “It’s important to em- around campus, roommate own. FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER to make sure you enjoy your Lauren Brilli, a junior. “We phasize that orientation issues, Wash. U. policies and “I had a strong posi- move in to college. have gone through the same and residential life are a anything else imaginable. If tive experience in having a “We’re trying to get [fresh- things.” lot closer this year,” said they can’t answer your ques- community to rely on,” said After all the goodbyes, men] to feel comfortable here Sophomore OA Andrew Brodell. “There is much more tion, RA’s are trained to refer Quattrocchi. “I want my all the excitement and all at Wash. U., [step] out of their Parker-Klimpel agreed. interaction between RA’s and you to someone who can. freshmen to feel safe and be the packing, college life has comfort zone and live with “The nature of the beast at OA’s.” They are also there to help themselves.” offi cially begun. Here you a diverse group of people,” large four-year universities Residential Life handles you interact with your fl oor. In contrast, senior Ann Ng are, in a new home, with new said Orientation Program is that the people are always everything regarding the “One of the number one wants to use her role as an people and a life that will be Coordinator Dave Brodell, changing,” said Parker-Klim- residential colleges, from goals with RA’s is to help RA to provide freshman with very different than the one a Wash. U. sophomore. “As pel. “OA’s help keep tradi- rooming assignments to the build community and form a better fi rst-year experience you’ve just left behind. So a freshman, I realized the tions going and keep [consis- RA’s (Residential Advisors) interactions between stu- than she had. now what? importance of freshman tency] between years.” on every fl oor. RA’s have sim- dents,” said Cheryl Stephens, “I did have a different Lucky for you, there are orientation and how your One aspect of Orientation ilar goals as OA’s, but will another Residential Life as- transition freshman year,” plenty of people around to fi rst few days as a freshman that is changing is the OA be more a part of the long- sociate director. said Ng. “Outside sources help make your transition really mean so much.” program itself. A new goal term transition. Since they The RA’s themselves helped me, but [this year] I a little easier. You’ve hope- While the Orientation for this year’s program is actually live on the freshman are eager to help. RA’s are want to create the communi- fully seen your OA’s around executives have been busy to continue OA involvement fl oors, they will always be juniors and seniors that are ty that I thought was lacking campus in the past few days planning events like Club 40, on freshman fl oors past the around to plan events and carefully chosen and trained in my fi rst year.” lending a helping hand, be- the OA’s have been training actual Orientation program. answer questions. to work with other students. If there is ever something cause they are here just for to be extra eyes and ears on Coordinators hope for OA’s “RA’s are trained to be Though their reasons for an RA can’t handle, they you. They are the most vis- their fl oors. OA’s are vol- to remain connected to their experts of the campus,” said being RA’s differ slightly, too have a support struc- ible representation of what unteers who want to pass assigned freshmen fl oors Associate Director of Resi- all of them want to help new ture. RA’s are supervised by the Offi ce of Orientation has on their advice and show for the duration of the fi rst dential Life Tim Lempfert. students to adapt. Residential College Direc- been planning for freshmen students what college life at semester. To help accomplish “Come to them for anything Returning RA Taryn Quat- tors, commonly referred to in the past months. Behind Wash. U. is all about. this goal, the Orientation and everything.” trocchi, a senior, wants her as RCD’s. RCD’s are full time the scenes there are many “The biggest thing will Offi ce is coordinating efforts This includes questions freshmen residents to have orientation staff members be to show that we want to with Residential Life. about academics, getting a fi rst year as great as her See RESCOLLEGE, page F8

School advisors available to help, Mailroom 101

BY KARIN UNDERWOOD yours isn’t working. counsel students FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER If you’re waiting for a package to arrive, make sure Already wondering when you check your e-mail. Mail BY ERIC ROSENBAUM does not participate in the that fi rst care package from services will contact you FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER team effort. mom and dad will arrive? Cu- when you receive a package “[Students should be] eager rious where that Campus Box and tell you what kind of After eight years working and interested,” said Kristin address you’ve been giving package you received. You on Orientation, Dean Melanie Kerth, assistant dean and your friends is actually locat- can then pick it up right away Osborn began thinking of academic coordinator in the ed? At some point or another with your Student ID and a switching departments. She College of Arts & Sciences. “If every freshman will need to description of the package. deliberated for months, trying they’re not, something’s clearly know how the Wash. U. mail But if mom wants to send you to decide whether to redirect wrong. If they haven’t looked services work, so here is your her homemade banana bread, her focus or to introduce through the course listings yet, down-and-dirty guide. make sure she marks the herself to a new offi ce and new they’re missing the main point On the bottom fl oor of the box as “Perishable” and mail surroundings. of college.” Wohl Center, past Bear Neces- services will also make a One factor in particular fi - Students are often nervous sities, you will fi nd rows and courtesy call to your room to nally convinced her to join the at fi rst, but they loosen up rows of tiny boxes. One of let you know the box arrived. engineering school as the as- as the year moves forward. these belongs to you and will To send packages, just sistant dean for student advis- According to Osborn, the serve as your mailbox for the stop by the mailroom during ing: the opportunity for a close evolution and growth of that year. You can fi nd the num- its regular business hours. connection with students. relationship is natural. ber and combination with The post offi ce doesn’t sell “I enjoy working with stu- “A good advisor-student your Housing Assignment boxes, but you can head next dents on a more personal level relationship will become one on WebSTAC. All of your let- door to Bear Necessities to than Orientation,” said Osborn. in which a student can come ters will be delivered to this fi nd what you need. You can Many faculty members have to an advisor for academic box each day and you can also drop envelopes in the that desire to connect with advice,” said Osborn. “Then, come here any time to check mail slots at any time. students, and Washington as the relationship develops, your mail. The lock can be So what are you waiting University has a whole system a student might even come to tricky, though, and most spin for? Get out there and fi nd designed to foster exactly that an advisor for a more personal left-right-left to open. You that box you can call your kind unique relationship. The kind of advice.” can always ask at the desk if own. advisory program is respon- Of course, after the advi- sible for building relationships sor leaves the meeting and the in every department, for every students are sitting with a peer Important Tips: advisor of their own age group, student. w Don’t forget your photo ID to pick up packages Academic advisories, which the whole dynamic changes. began to meet for the fi rst time Arts & Sciences peer advi- w To avoid long lines, come to the post offi ce well before closing last Friday, often provide fresh- sors are chosen based on an w Always spin and lock your mailbox when you’re fi nished men with their fi rst chance to interview process designed by w Program your combo into your phone in case you forget it meet faculty members and ask Dean Mary Laurita, who man- The last mail pick-up each day is at 3:30 p.m. questions about academics. ages the program. The inter- w Advisors come from across view is designed not to fi nd campus and all areas of study. someone who interviews well, Post Offi ce Hours: While the advising system dif- but someone who cares about Monday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. fers in some aspects between his or her work. Tuesday – Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. schools, all advisors have stu- “They don’t get paid, they Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY LILY SCHORR | STUDENT LIFE dents’ best interests at heart. don’t get credit,” said Laurita. Sunday/holidays Closed “The basic fundamentals of “They do this because they A student accesses her campus box at the mailroom in Wohl Center. advising are the same in every want to do it. A peer advisor school: knowing the resources, is someone who wants to work having a true interest in stu- with freshmen and help them dent success and a willingness transition successfully.” to be accessible,” said Osborn. Senior Molly Fee, a veteran Because its topics usually peer advisor and current peer Make your space fi t together sequentially, the advising intern, thinks that School of Engineering’s advis- the peer advisor has a role that ing program requires a high is separate from that of the BY KATRINA JONGMAN-SERENO college. Senior Laszlo Korsos Because [if not], you can fi x it.” during the school year, try to level of organization. During advisor. While peer advisors FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER says many of his belongings So far, Varriano has had a work out a solution with your the summer, engineering advi- are predominantly academic have been broken or ruined positive experience with her roommate before reverting to sors send a registration book resources, as opposed to RA’s You probably spent a by spills. new roommate. the “rules” set by the contract. to all advisees. Each advisory or professional counselors good chunk of your sum- “I keep my room neat [and] “You have to compromise,” “A lot of the time your is made of six to 10 students, on campus, they sometimes mer shopping for dorm room my bed is made every day,” said Varriano. “She [got] the roommate will have [a similar large enough to create a com- extend their relationships by necessities and now that said Korsos. “If your room good dresser and I think her issue] but they just don’t munity but small enough to taking advisees to dinner or you’ve moved in, your room is looks neat and tidy, people are closet is a little bigger, but I know how to kick friends out manage the complex schedule baseball games. looking pretty awesome. But less likely to mess it up.” liked [a particular] bed so I [of the room], for example,” of engineering majors. “After the initial meeting now you have to think about Living with a roommate took it.” said Guo. Arts & Sciences advisories things become more relaxed keeping it that way. With a can be one of the biggest These sorts of compromis- Dealing with friends can in span a much greater range. Ad- because really the peer advisor roommate and a dorm full challenges in the transition es are important for main- fact prove to be a bit of a chal- visors and advisory sizes vary is just an older friend,” said of new people, it can be hard from high school to college. taining healthy roommate lenge. Though it’s occasionally widely, although deans usually Fee. to establish the vibe of your You should always be upfront relationships. Since many fun to crowd your room with take the heaviest load with up With the components of room. with your roommate about freshmen are sharing a room friends, there are times when 200 students per year, includ- advisory in place, students can It’s important to feel com- your ideal dorm culture. for the fi rst time in their life, you or your roommate won’t ing about 40 freshmen. get help for almost any issue fortable in your dorm, regard- Blending your ideas with your it’s a good idea to set guide- want your room to act as a In the business school, ap- during their four years of col- less of whether you want it to roommate’s requires com- lines right away. social hub. It can be tricky, proximately 750 students are lege. The team can be so close be a study room or a social promise and communication, “Establish from the begin- though, to ask your friends to divided into only four groups. that the advisor can sympa- hot spot. To make herself two key elements that will ning what you want,” advised leave without sounding rude. Yet, each advisor contacts the thize with the successes and feel more at home, freshman help you survive sharing your senior Jenna Marx. “You have Marx recommended meeting students about two or three failures of the students. Jennifer Varriano brought space. Often, problems arise to make roommate contracts, in common rooms to avoid times during the summer. Dean Delores Kennedy, decorations that have special when roommates try to avoid so be really honest because the situation entirely. If an ac- “We think that there’s some who started the peer advising meanings for her. She hopes confrontation. if you do have a problem, it’s cumulation of people in your comfort already,” said Steven program and is now respon- to show others what her inter- “I think a lot of the time better to have a rule about it. room or outside your door is Malter, asssociate director of sible for academic advising in ests and values are by what there’s no communication But also be fl exible about the making it impossible for you undergraduate advising in the the College of Arts & Sciences, she puts in her room. because there are concerns rules.” to get to bed, politely ask that business school. “Now it’s just knows the feeling well. Be careful not to bring about hurting each other’s Roommate contracts cover they fi nd somewhere else to a matter of putting a name and “When you get phone calls anything too valuable or irre- feelings and [roommates] anything roommates decide socialize. a face together.” two years out, 10 years out, 20 placeable, just in case things don’t want to seem unreason- to discuss. Topics can range “I always take the honest But no amount of advisor years out, you know they’re get a little too wild on the able,” said RA Janalyn Guo, from cleaning duties and visi- approach,” said Marx. “Every- planning or organization can thinking of you,” said Ken- weekend. Keeping your room a senior. “Ask yourself, ‘Do I tors to what time you want to one understands that people make up for a student who nedy. clean can be a challenge in feel comfortable right now?’ go to sleep. If a problem arises have to get sleep.” F6 FRESHMAN PRESS | SCENE MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 A guide to your fi rst day of class

How long will it take to get there?

BY KATRINA JONGMAN-SERENO FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER

You don’t want to be late to your fi rst day of school. It’s always a good idea to visit your classrooms the day before school begins to make sure you know where you’re going. The morning classes start, allow plenty of time to grab breakfast and make the trek across campus. Check the following list to gauge approximately how much time you’ll need to get from the South 40 Clocktower to some important campus landmarks.

Graham Chapel: Wohl Student Center: 9 minutes 1 minute

BRITTANY MEYER | STUDENT LIFE

Mallinckrodt: 9 minutes What should I wear?

BY KATRINA JONGMAN-SERENO FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER There are so many things to worry about on the fi rst day of classes that wardrobe BRITTANY MEYER | STUDENT LIFE planning might be put on the back burner. Here are a few hints to help you Olin Library: dress for class with class: 10 minutes v Rock jeans and a T-shirt or a casual top v Wear a polo with khaki shorts v Don’t wear clothes to class that you wouldn’t wear Holmes Lounge: other places 11 minutes v Don’t roll out of bed and stroll into class in your PJs v Don’t wear what you wore the night before

BRITTANY MEYER | STUDENT LIFE

The Athletic Complex: The Village: Brookings Hall: 12 minutes 12 minutes 14 minutes

Decoding the conversation: To friend or Your slang dictionary not to friend?

BY ANDREW CORTOPASSI BY ANDREW CORTOPASSI life. As you mix and mingle with people from all over the country, “If I haven’t seen then [in FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER you might run into some unfamiliar words. Read on to prepare person yet], I have talked to yourself for some of the more popular terms you might hear. Freshman Stephanie Men- them a lot on Facebook,” said sah already has 488 Facebook Mensah. “I think it depends friends—and classes haven’t on your conversation before even begun yet. meeting. If you have a discus- Bubbler: water fountain (East Coast) The Hill: an area in St. Louis with many Italian restaurants Gone are the days when sion, it’s fi ne. It’s like, ‘Oh! I the average freshman moves know you. I’ve talked to you “The bubbler outside of the girls’ bathroom is broken.” (Midwest) into his dorm knowing only before.’” “Let’s go to the Hill and get some pizza.” a handful of other students. Junior Dave Shapiro also Since its inception fi ve years had a lot of friends before Coke: a general name to refer to all soft drinks (South) ago, Facebook has revolution- setting foot on campus for A: “I’d like a Coke with my meal.” Jimmies: sprinkles ized the college social experi- his freshman year. A summer ence. Its ability to dramatically job in information technol- B: “What exactly do you want?” “Mom, put some jimmies on my birthday cupcakes!!” shape the freshman experi- ogy services at NYU provided A: “Err... I’ll have a Diet Mountain Dew.” ence increased when Facebook him plenty of time to instigate Po Po: the police (East Coast) creators extended the social contact with his future class- networking site to include mates. Throughout the sum- Chill: cool or tight (West Coast) “The neighbors just called the Po Po on this party!” high schools two years ago. mer, Shapiro friended every “Yeah, I met my roommate. He’s real chill.” The network extension meant single person who joined the that high school students Class of 2009 Facebook group. Pop: soft drink (Midwest) could fraternize with future His enthusiasm even earned Coupon: a certifi cate exchangeable monetary value (East “I got some pop for the fridge!” classmates even sooner. him a nickname on campus. Coast) But this new social dy- “I was known as ‘that kid namic begs the question: does who friended everyone,’” said “I lost my Saks coupon!” Sick: awesome (West Coast) Facebook ease the transition Shapiro. “He has sick surfi ng skills.” into college or does it set the Though he admits he may precedent for uncomfortable have acted a little extremely Coupon, pronounced “q-pon”: a certifi cate exchangeable for encounters? and has since de-friended any monetary value (South) Sketchy: shady (widespread) The answer depends a lot person he does not personally “I lost my Cracker Barrel coupon!” “Your boyfriend is so sketchy. He just disappears all the time.” on how individual students know, he doesn’t necessarily choose to monitor their Face- regret his initial eagerness. book accounts. Facebook provided him a way Dicey: uncertain or dodgy (East Coast) SLU: St. Louis University (Midwest) For Mensah, it is important to transition to a new commu- to make sure she has estab- nity with brand new people. “His chances with that girl are dicey.” “SLU’s right around the corner from WashU.” lished some sort of contact “It was kind of a loser with each of the people she move, but kind of smart be- adds as a friend. Many of them cause people knew me ahead Fixin’ to: to prepare to do something (South) Taxed: robbed or mugged (Pacifi c) she has met in person, be it of time,” said Shapiro. “I’m fi xin’ to go out and milk the cows in the barn.” “Be careful downtown. It’s easy to get taxed.” during an overnight campus Freshman Todd Palmer visit or an ArtSci weekend. agrees. Having been uncon- Others she has simply com- nected to Facebook until last Hella: very (West Coast) Wicked: extremely (East Coast) municated with through the week when he arrived on cam- “That movie is hella cool.” “That movie was wicked awesome.” Internet. Regardless of how pus for football, Palmer wish- she “meets” them, Mensah es he had joined the network establishes communication much earlier. To Palmer, Face- Y’all: second person plural (South) in order to ensure comfort- book provides the opportunity “OMG, y’all, come here!” able meetings on campus. In for freshmen to establish a doing so, Mensah is able to get a head start on campus social See FACEBOOK, page F8 MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 FRESHMAN PRESS | CADENZA F7 n. a technically brilliant, sometimes improvised solo passage toward the close of a concerto, an exceptionally brilliant part of an artistic work arts & CCADENADENZA ZA entertainment Internet welcomes Earn your indie cred

BY CHIARA ANDRIOLE newcomers to Hollywood CADENZA REPORTER A bevy of fresh faces have just arrived on campus eager to embark on their Participate at your discretion journeys towards degrees. I invite all Wash. U. students to add a different (yet, also impressive) credential to their resumes. My indie-music education began several years ago with days spent perusing local CD shops, evenings spent in small, smoky BY NADIA SOBEHART of subscribers awaiting new gained fans worldwide through underground venues and nights spent pouring over MySpace and last.fm. Now, I’m FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER videos increased drastically Myspace, online sources and ready to play professor. Pay attention, study hard and research thoroughly, my stu- within the next few months. incredible shows. Their story dents, because indie music is part of the college repertoire. Earning an indie cred is Blinding spotlights; hot, Esmee received many offers shows how merely posting hard work so I’ve prepared a study guide to ease the load. Here’s fi ve little-known sweaty fans; a six-digit record from producers and manag- your talent on the Internet can bands with which any budding indie-ologist should be familiar: label contract and your voice ers, but shrugged them off as attract some worthy audiences. broadcasting across radio sta- insubstantial jokes. After real- You may wonder how this tions everywhere. izing these offers were, in fact, all affects you, the starv- As surreal as it may seem, quite real, Esmee was recruited ing musician on the verge of Dungen the possibility of fi nding fame by Billy Mann, the mastermind genius compositions. Well, Dungen’s sound is the brainchild of Gustav Ejste. The group performs as a fi ve- is not impossible this day behind pop sensations such as my dear, nowadays we can piece, but Ejste is responsible for playing most of the instruments and vocals on thanks to our dear friend, the Teddy Geiger, Jessica Simp- all use the Internet to (try to) recordings. Dungen evokes a psychedelic, classic rock sound. Although the classic Internet. Back in the day when son, The Backstreet Boys and become famous. The discovery rock genre usually calls to mind British and American greats, Dungen is Swed- casting calls and auditions Pink. Within weeks she posted of Esmee has led to a fl ock of ish. Never mind that the lyrics aren’t in English; the music is incredibly melodic, were a result of pure network- more videos and released a musicians, amateur fi lmmak- complicated and captivating. The foreign lyrics make for a fantastical sensation ing, it was virtually impossible much awaited secret, her new ers and actors posting their and listening to Dungen is a trip. for a regular, yet talented, contract with Tennman (Inter- talents on the Web in hopes of person to be discovered. With scope Records), the brainchild being discovered. the rise of several networking of Justin Timberlake. From online competitions Web sites and online competi- According to an online to free publicity, the Internet Dungen’s most recent albums are “Ta Det tions, the world of rocker fame source, this made Esmee Dent- is now a goldmine of po- Lugnt” (2004) and “Tio Bitar” (2007). is slowly opening up to new- ers, “the fi rst amateur singer tential fans, managers and comer local artists and hopeful in history to go directly from collaborators. Yahoo, Sony’s Tracks to download: “Panda,” “Mon Amour,” singer-songwriters. a personal YouTube posting to Crackle, Myspace, XM Radio “Du e för fi n för mig,” and “Gor Det Nu” Success stories on Web sites commercially performing on a and Famecast have all spon- If You Like: The Flaming Lips, TV on the and infomercials are often major stage.” Esmee opened for sored an online competition, Radio questionable, but these are Timberlake’s tour this summer whether a battle of the bands the real deal. On February across Europe. Success story or a hip-hop showdown. On the 25, 2007, Billboard Magazine or not, you decide. publicity front, PureVolume, featured a cover piece on A better known group Myspace, YouTube, actorspag- Esmee Denters, closet singer also has a lesser known es.org and iauditioned.com of- and Internet phenomenon. story. Panic! At the Disco was fer various free-publicity pages Beginning in August of 2006, discovered after posting a and forums. Esmee posted several videos PureVolume link to their fi rst Of course, the chances of Grizzly Bear of herself singing popular two songs on Pete Wentz’s (Fall being discovered are slim, but Grizzly Bear’s experimental, folksy sound is evocative of Iron and Wine with songs on her sister’s webcam. Out Boy) LiveJournal page; they with enough perseverance and slightly more backbeat. There are winding journeys of lengthy guitar strums, Although she posted these in had never played a show prior networking (online, of course) piano keys and even clarinet. The band masterfully combines electronic instru- the spirit of fun and boredom, to being signed. The quirky you may as well pack your bags ments with traditional. The sound of Grizzly Bear can be incredibly calming; they her page soon accumulated band, comprised of four boys for Hollywood. Oh, and, don’t are a great artist to listen to while lounging in bed, reading a book or studying. thousands of hits. The amount all under 21, immediately forget talent. Go get ‘em, tiger!

This Brooklyn quartet has released three albums on Kanine Records: “Horn of Plenty” (2004), “Horn of Plenty (The Remixes)” (2005) and “Sorry for the Delay” (2006). They have also released “Yellow House” (2006) on Warp Zac Efron: Disturbed or Records. Tracks to download: “Don’t Ask,” “Fix It,” “A Good Place,” “A Sure Thing,” “Little Brother,” “Knife” just doing his job? If You Like: Iron and Wine, Now It’s Overhead

Man Man Crazy, brilliant and playful all at the same time—Man Man is nearly indescrib- able. They are a three-ring circus captivated in sound. This band incorporates a myriad of instruments into their funky sound. Nonsense lyrics and lively beats overlapped by xylophones, guitars and synth makes for something ridiculously original. Man Man is highly regarded for their outrageous live shows. They deco- rate their instruments with knick-knacks and feathers and the whole lot dresses in a matching monochromatic scheme with face-paint.

Man Man has released two albums: “The Man in a Blue Turban with a Face” (2004) and “Six Demon Bag” (2006).

Tracks to download: “Engrish Bwudd,” “Black Mission Goggles,” “Van Helsing Boombox” If You Like: bands that sound like nothing else (like Animal Collective)

MCT CAMPUS Amanda Bynes, left, as Penny Pingleton and Nikki Blonsky as Tracy Turnblad star in “Hairspray.” Mono For an entirely instrumental band, Mono’s post-rock sound is remarkably BY JACKIE WAGNER picture sings back. It all disappointing to someone captivating. Their music is mellow and haunting. This Tokyo-based band features FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER seems very strange to me, who’s used to listening to layers of guitar work accompanied by drums and the occasional piano key. Their although very entertaining. the original soundtrack, songs are very long, somewhat like a modern-day orchestra. It’s a perfect lullaby What happens when you The moment when he lies which features Marissa Jaret for adult ears. take a Broadway musical, down on her bed and hugs Winokur as Tracy and Mary a star-studded cast and a her picture into her pillow Bond Davis as Motormouth screenplay missing a few is most suggestive; it’s clear Maybelle. Mono has released four albums: “Under plot points from the original that his intentions with her A few songs were cut out the Pipal Tree” (2001), “One Step More and score? A highly entertain- are not pure. entirely, including “Mama, You Die” (2003), “Walking Cloud and Deep ing, though slightly creepy, I maintain that Zac Efron I’m a Big Girl Now” and “The Red Sky, Flag Fluttered and the Sun Shined” feature fi lm. is the only actor alive who Big Dollhouse.” An instru- (2004) and “You Are There” (2006). “Hairspray,” which came could have done that scene mental version of “Cooties” out in July 2007, recreates without laughing and without was played in the background Songs to Download: “The Flames Beyond Cold the 2002 Broadway hit that asking the director what the during a dance competition Mountain,” “Com(?),” “A Thousand Paper won eight Tony Awards. It’s a hell he was thinking. Let me at the end of the movie, but Cranes” feel-good fi lm that leaves you make myself clear: this is not Amber Von Tussle [Brittany If You Like: Explosions in the Sky smiling long after the credits a compliment to his acting Snow] did not sing the num- have rolled. It is a cute, fun ability. ber. movie that addresses the is- Personally, I prefer the I fi nd it very interesting sue of segregation in 1960s vocals from the original that the two songs in which Baltimore. Broadway cast. In general, Amber has signifi cant sing- Voxtrot It seems, however, that the the Hollywood stars seem ing parts are both cut and fi lm’s writers reached some unable to cope with the more she doesn’t even sing for the Voxtrot’s infectious pop-rock beats are uplifting, captivating and soothing all interesting conclusions about demanding passages. I really entire picture. This leads me at once. Vocalist Ramesh Srivastava’s sweet voice speed-sings yet articulates ev- how to make up for one plot felt that sometimes they were to wonder if her singing voice ery lyric perfectly, demanding attention for the words. Layers of guitar and bass change. I admit I was more just speaking their musical was just too horrible to even compliment the drum-driven music. than a little disturbed when lines, but I guess we can’t consider putting it on the Link [Zac Efron] danced and expect fi lm actors all to be movie’s soundtrack. Is it just sang to a picture of Tracy great singers. It all sounded coincidence that her songs [Nikki Blonsky] during “With- fi ne; computers can take care were cut,or was it strategic? The Austin band only has one full length al- out Love.” In the musical, of that. But I would hardly ex- Don’t get me wrong. I en- bum, “Voxtrot” (2007) and three self-released Link visits Tracy in jail and pect many of these perform- joyed the movie experience. EPs. Every one is worth owning. they’re singing to each other ers to be able to really fi ll a It was entertaining, fun and between the bars of the cell. Broadway theatre with genu- enjoyable. I recommend see- Songs to Download: “Loan Shark,” “Brother in In the movie version, Link is ine sound night after night. ing it if you haven’t already. Confl ict,” “Kid Gloves,” “Raised by Wolves” alone in Tracy’s room singing Some of the harder passages All I have to say is beware If You Like: Of Montreal, Band of Horses, Matt to her picture, lying on her of singing were changed into of its quirks and be prepared Pond PA bed and eating her half-eaten something that was easier or to laugh a lot. No seriously, candy bar; incidentally, the in a different range. A little a lot. F8 FRESHMAN PRESS | CADENZA MONDAY | AUGUST 27, 2007 Student-run theatre: how to get involved as a freshman

BY JACKIE WAGNER tion. This group performs in as well. more laid-back with only two freshmen to callbacks, during be announced in early Spring. FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER national festivals all over the Mama’s Pot Roast is a short- 2-hour practices per week. The which more focus is put on the A prepared monologue of less country and recently hosted form and sketch comedy group group is also willing to work personality side of the audi- than fi ve minutes is required With so many ways to get an improv festival on cam- that meets for about fi ve hours around people’s schedules. tion. When they’re done with for auditions; if you do not involved in theatre on campus, pus. Members of this group per week and has one big show, Anyone who is planning the audition process, students have one of your own, though, freshmen have many oppor- meet three times a week for “Knighta Comedy,” as well as on joining an improv group can specify which group they one will be provided for you. tunities to participate. In ad- two hours. If you’re worried several smaller shows and Din- while also performing in PAD would like to be a part of and Callbacks will follow, and the dition to the Performing Arts about the time commitment, ner Theatre. Group leader Julia productions does not need to hopefully that group wants production will be cast. Re- Department’s annual perfor- think about this: members Martin believes that Mama’s worry about confl icts because them back. Those who join hearsals are four or fi ve times mances, there are also many enjoy what they’re doing so it Pot Roast is a good group for each group claims it’s sympa- KARL will learn what this mys- per week with many more dur- student-run dramatic groups just seems like a good time to people who just want to have a thetic to its performers’ other terious acronym stands for. ing tech week. Experience is that everyone is welcome to them. good time and meet people on theatre obligations. One of the other many stu- not necessary and many non- audition for. “During improv, you’re campus. Mama’s Pot Roast is espe- dent-run theatre opportunities theatre majors participate. It is For example, consider three not really thinking,” said the KARL also performs short- cially understanding as most on campus is All Student The- open to anyone who wishes to of Washington University’s group’s leader, Rick Andrews. form and sketch comedy; of its performers perform in atre (AST), in which students audition. phenomenal improv groups: Suspicious of Whistlers group leader Ben Walsh says PAD productions and musical direct, act and build sets. This Another student theatre Suspicious of Whistlers, does three or four big shows the group is still forming groups, as well. This group group puts on one big show group is Thyrus, which puts Mama’s Pot Roast and KARL. per semester and some smaller its identity and personality. actually builds its schedule every spring at Beaumont Pa- on many experimental plays Each of these groups focuses ones for Ursa’s, Alumni or even Therefore, by joining this around its members’ PAD pro- vilion in the Quad. Past shows in innovative locations, such on comedy and improvisation the University’s Board of Trust- group freshmen can help to ductions. As the leaders say, include Manhattan Theatre’s as dorm rooms. This group is and put on performances for ees. Suspicious of Whistlers mold and shape it. Walsh also it’s manageable but takes some “Alice in Wonderland” (2007), also involved in the “Day of the campus community. also plans to perform at the believes that KARL is “less planning and time manage- “Rosencrantz and Guilden- Shame,” which takes place in Suspicious of Whistlers is Touh ill Center at the Un iversity mainstream” than the other ment. So, if any freshmen are stern are Dead” and “Cabaret.” early fall. Part of this event is the only long-form comedy of Missouri-Saint Louis and two improv groups on campus interested in doing both, they The group puts on either the 24-hour theatre program, group on campus, performing Kirkwood High School this and that they have the “kooki- should go for it but be willing plays or musicals, but is always in which fi ve or six writers an improvised play of 30 min- year. They are looking into est” characters, as well. The to plan ahead. looking for something on a big draw names from a group of utes from an audience sugges- attending a festival in Chicago, attitude of the group is much Anyone wishing to audition scale with a large cast. Fresh- 20 actors and receive a fi rst for an improv group should men are more likely to land line. They must write a play attend auditions on Septem- leading roles in an AST produc- with this fi rst line, fi nd props ber 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Mudd tion than in a PAD one and can and costumes, stage it and Multipurpose Room. By attend- expect to impress the theatre direct it, using the actors they ing this audition, potential department and acting faculty. have been assigned, all within members try out for all three As group secretary and 24 hours. groups. The audition consists senior Lisa Sullivan advises Sullivan reported that her of playing improv games with that AST is a good way to participation in this group was other prospective performers get a “foot in the door” in the probably the “most fun I’ve as well as current members. University theatre community. ever had on stage”. Andrews, of Suspicious AST is less pressure than PAD At Wash. U. it’s pretty easy of Whistlers, suggests that if and is much easier to get in- to get involved in theatre even freshmen have any interest at volved in its productions, espe- if you don’t think you want to all, they should audition be- cially as a freshmen. Sullivan participate in a PAD produc- cause they really have nothing believes that the group is more tion. More importantly it’s easy to lose. fun-oriented than PAD and is a to get involved in all types of “Just come and play,” he “good way to fi nd a community theatre. With improv groups, said. at Wash. U.” All Student Theatre, Thyrus All three groups are looking It is hard to be involved in and more, there’s something for energetic, intelligent people both PAD and AST, but it can for every type of performer. who are good actors. Leaders be done. Many of the group’s Nor is acting the only way also cited personality and how performers are also involved students can participate; back- well a person meshes with the in improv groups on campus. stage crew, directors, set and group as important factors. In order to stay informed lighting designers and sound Experience is not necessary; about this opportunity, those technicians are all needed and Martin, Walsh and Andrews interested should sign up at encouraged to get involved. agree that improv is a very the activities fair and expect Anyone who’s interested natural skill that someone can e-mails later. The play and di- should get out there and dis- BRITTANY MEYER | STUDENT LIFE be good at without experience. rector will be determined later cover their niche in the Wash. Peter Robards speaks to a group of students in the Campus Comedy pre-orientation program Tuesday afternoon. One or more groups may invite in the fall and auditions will U. theatre community.

Feast on local music and bring your own dishes to share

BY NADIA SOBEHART to requesting bands to play their music out there;” most to break out in the industry to publicize; Black Sails fans, John will readily state, FRESHMAN PRESS REPORTER in local venues, we have the shows take place in local to achieve fame, money, etc. kindly shared their most ef- “We sure are closer to our ability to help gain support venues and basements. Black Sails, however, sug- fective methods. fan base than very well- Local bands have always for our hometown musi- Their typical show protocol gests otherwise. “Every little thing helps: known artists. We keep in been a thing of wonder: a cians. involves playing, supporting Does Black Sails prefer lo- handing out demos, sell- contact with some; Myspace close fan base, raw sound To get the inside scoop other bands and hanging out cal shows to upscale venues? ing EPs, records, shirts, etc. is good like that.” and mild theatrics, all lo- on how local bands publi- with the crowd. According “Hell yeah,” stated John, Touring is really good for up A supportive band, loyal cated within a claustropho- cize their music and appeal to bandmember John, “We’re “Way more fun and intimate. and coming bands, although to its fans, weary of “sell- bic, dingy setting. to their fans, I interviewed pretty friendly. We’re down Less pressure. We liked be- it is difficult to fund and ing-out,” Black Sails is a Apart from the rare ex- Black Sails, a northern New to earth.” ing up close to our fans.. organize on your own,” they great example of the spirit ception, most of these bands Jersey band signed to Con- When asked about auto- The stage tends to separate. said. of musicians who love what never leave the local stage, formity Records, a Belgium graphs, the answer blatantly Making some sort of false Also, unlike more recog- they do—and wouldn’t mind regardless of the expanse of (New Jersey) based hard- emphasized the band’s feel- distinction, as if we’re bet- nizable bands, Black Sails if you loved it too. their fan base. core/punk label. ings toward staying down to ter than the people we’re does not bash music shar- So whether you enjoy Being a mecca of different Black Sails has been play- earth: “Autograph signing performing for. The only ing. listening to new music or cultures and ideas, college ing together for two years is a little lame nowadays. good thing about the big- “Yeah whatever, burn a supporting your local music is the ideal place for stu- and performing for one. Especially to independent ger venues is that we get to copy for your best friend. As scene, make sure to browse dents to share “local” music Inspired by local hardcore hardcore and punk bands. play with the more popular long as he enjoys it, learns the Web to find delicious from all over the country. bands and larger touring No rock star junk.” bands we listen to and play the words, and sings along new ingredients for the com- From burning mixed CDs acts, the group has been Oftentimes we assume to bigger audiences.” at a show, why the hell not?” munal college stew. to hosting listening parties playing local shows to, “get that musicians are trying There are dozens of ways As for relationships with

FACEBOOK v FROM PAGE F6 RESCOLLEGE v FROM PAGE F5 SUB-FREE v FROM PAGE F2 foundation for social success classmates in advance, espe- staff members assigned to “I want freshmen to feel be one.” first, substance free hous- on campus, not to mention that cially when it came to meeting specifi c residential colleges. comfortable asking us ques- While Stephens hopes ing actually turned out to it’s a great icebreaker for meet- roommates and suitemates. Each RCD lives in his or tions, because we’re not that the disgruntled resi- be a positive experience. ing new people. Yet, she found that this ability her residential college and scary upperclassmen,” said dents will make the best “Wherever you live is not “If I could’ve, I would’ve also left her vulnerable to some manages everything for the RA Shannon Petry, a senior. out of their living condi- what defines your experi- started during the summer, strange situations on campus. college’s buildings. If you want an even clos- tions, she said that after ence. What defines your but I didn’t know how to use As Beasley stood in line at Also be aware of faculty er connection to your Res two weeks residential life experience are the people it,” said Palmer. “You always Ursa’s one night, someone she resources in each building. College, Lempfert encourag- will try to accommodate that you know and where [want to] come in knowing didn’t recognize turned to her Some colleges have faculty es students to join the Resi- students requesting to you go,” said senior Grant someone or having a support and exclaimed, “Facebook?!” fellows, a faculty family dential College Councils. switch their dorms. Hummer. system.” Since then, her friend list only that lives in the dorms. All Just submit a petition for a “Our hope is that they Despite this, affected While veteran and new- includes people she has actu- colleges now have faculty position and you can have a will be able to weigh out all students said they do not bie Facebook users generally ally met in real life. associates and you should say in what goes on in your the different things [aca- think they should have to agree that Facebook eases the “It was more awkward than defi nitely get to know the building. Become a fl oor or demics and community] comply with the contract if transition into college, a com- it had to be,” said Beasley. one for your fl oor. assembly representative to and the focus will not be on they did not request to live plication lies in how students “Facebook isn’t a popularity “Faculty associates tie in let your council know about alcohol or smoking,” said in a substance free dorm. handle their Facebook friend- contest for me. It’s more about the academic component of the issues affecting you and Stephens. “I’m just going to get in ships. Facebook has the power keeping in touch with my good the transition,” said Ste- your new fl oormates. Upperclassmen who were a lot of trouble. I’m not go- to either smooth the transition friends.” phens. “They are a really No matter what your once in the same position ing to let my housing ruin into campus life or to make it Throughout the fi rst weeks great way [for] freshmen to role is in your residential as these freshmen said that my time in college,” said a pretty awkward. The outcome of school, members of the connect with faculty.” college, make sure you ap- although they were upset at resident. depends largely upon the user Class of 2011 are likely to see It may seem like there preciate this unique envi- and his Facebook choices. their friend counts continue to are too many acronyms and ronment. Don’t be afraid to Sophomore Michelle Beas- climb. And hopefully, as Wash. positions to handle, but get out there, ask questions ley’s fi rst couple of months at U.’s newest students learn their don’t be afraid to meet all and take advantage of those Wash. U. changed how she used way around, those Facebook the people who are here to people who are here to make her Facebook account. Beasley pals will evolve from boxes on help you. your experience great. found it exciting and relieving a screen into real-life, mean- to connect with some of her ingful friendships.