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Volume CXXX, Number 24 ESTABLISHED 1856 Thursday, April 24, 2003 Campus election rules to be reconsidered with problems. Orginally, Henry The Handbook states regarding elec had been for the last few BY JAMES LEWIS working of his opponent, Snodgrass. Fishleigh Fishleigh and Steven tions, "Students Assistant News Editor Snodgrass were may use only one (1) nights on a research project in Gund said, "there's obviously some kind of slated to oppose each other in the elec- e-m- ail message to promote their can- computer lab, so he "wasn't really pay- flaw in the system here." After a calm first round of elect- tion for the junior class president. didacy. This e-m- ail will not contain the ing too much attention to elections. I Vice President for Student Life ions where three spots on Student However, when letters of intent arrived link to the poll site." This is the sec- didn't know that I had to tell all my Kelly Gallagher '03 agreed. She Council went unopposed, the second in dining halls on Wednesday, ond year that the legislation has been friends the rules," he said. said that the Student Life Commit- round of elections, which included Fishleigh 's letter, along with sopho- in effect. Last year, several students Fishleigh found out that he had tee, whose job it is to oversee elec- class Senate and Student Council rep- more Nick Kwiek's, was not included were disqualified for violating these been disqualified after his friends tions, will meet tonight to work on resentatives along with Class Presi- in the packet. stipulations. asked why his letter of intent was not "changing the policy" because, she dents, has experienced various probl- On Wednesday morning, an e-m- ail Fishleigh was disqualified for with the other letters of intent. After said, "It's hard to regulate, unfair in ems regarding deadlines and confu- was sent warning the campus that, violation of this rule after several of he found out via an e-m- ail frp, Asso- my opinion." She went on to point sion over the rules governing cam- under guidelines in the Student Hand- his friends sent out e-m- ails endorsing ciate Dean of Students Cheryl Steele out some problems with the system, paigning over e-m- ail. This may book, "only ONE e-m- ail may be sent his candidacy. Fishleigh says that he that he had been disqualified, Fishleigh including the fact that the rules prompt the Student Life Committee out to promote a student's candidacy. did not ask for these e-m- ails and was quickly prepared a petition with 20 could be abused to sabotage a and Student Council to reconsider Therefore, sending out an e-m- ail pro- surprised to see them. "Out of no- names to gain readmission to the race. candidate's campaign and that it was

e-mai- ls," guidelines is e-m- ails for such e-m- campaigns. moting a friend who running for a where, my buddies started sending His friends also started to send out not the candidates job to regulate ails Elections proved to be riddled position could get them disqualified!" he said. Fishleigh said that he that were ostensibly in support sent out by friends. Campus peppered with easter eggs Debating Society holds gether, proved not to be the work mysterious was the mo- BY JULIANNE DAY eggers' a mysterious Easter bunny, but Was it at Staff Reporter of tive. the behest of some rather six Kenyon students, who organization? Were they simply affirmative action forum The springt- for the egg- im- litical Science Fred Baumann, were already beautiful claimed responsibility bored? Or were they trying to BY BRYAN STOKES II ime a bit colin e-m- ails featured speakers at the event. campus grew more ing three allstu early prove the quality of the food op- News Editor orful last Saturday, as almost 400 Sunday morning. tions on campus? Leitner began the forum by ex- plastic Easter eggs were planted These e-m- ails proved more After some discreet inquires. In light of two recent Supreme plaining the legal details of affirma- around Kenyon. On Easter morni- tantalizing to many than the I succeeded in making contact Court cases concerning affirmative tive action, as well as the particular ng, early risers saw conspicuous jellybeans. While inviting other with several of the eggers them- action, Grutter v. Bollinger and Gratz lawsuits. The Grutts case concerns the splotches of watermelon and lime students to enjoy the eggs and selves. Although still wishing to v. Bollinger, the Kenyon Debating So- University of Michigan Law school, green beckoning from benches their contents, they also provided maintain anonymity, they proved ciety (KDS) held a forum on the topic while the Gratz case concerns the un- along Middle Path, bushes and clues about the eggers identities to be very informative. When in Philomathesian Hall yesterday at dergraduate institution. - flower beds and even hallways, while preserving some anonymity. asked how they came to Easter-eg- g 7:00 p.m. KDS members Shannon In order to explain potential con- bathrooms and stairwells. The Some were signed with initials, the campus, they replied that Leitner '03 and James Lewis '04, as sequences of this decision upon eggs, which contained approxi- others with pseudonyms such as the idea originally sprang from well as Acting Dean of Admissions Kenyon's admissions policy, Morse mately 2,600 jellybeans alto "The Stealth Eggers." Equally see EASTER, page four Beverly Morse and Professor of Po- - see FORUM, pagefour Angels come to Earth Senate, Student Council heads mull future issues amount of alcohol served to two kegs. BY JAMES LEWIS Other business will include the man- Assistant News Editor datory review of the sexual miscon- In last week's Collegian, it was duct policy, which was ordered when reported that Student Council devoted the policy was instituted three years In a large part of its last session discuss- ago. Student Council and Senate have itif the major issues facing next year 's also given attention to other issues, ing legislative bodies. A lot of the busi- such as lighting on campus and hous- ness that will lie in front of next year's ing needs. elected representatives will be carried Dealing with these questions next over from this year. One such piece of year will be the new committee heads, business is the ADEPT proposal, recently chosen in the first round of which was designed to limit-th- e num- elections. ber of people allowed at lounge par- All of the electees were aware of ties to 100 people, as well as the see GOVERNMENT, pagefour

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- .i.-.- ... --. - I ill M mm j " J 59F, low:39F 63F, low: 33F. Amy Gallese Friday: Showers. High: 60F, Sunday: Partly cloudy. High: Yesterday, construction workers began preliminary work to place five angel statues in front of low: 41F. 74F, low: 42F. Rosse Hall. The work is the first done since poles were erected last fall to support the statues. 2 The Kenton Collei;gian STUDENT ELECTIONS 2003 Thursday, April 24, 2003 iJCy Peddles 2OT324g Class of 2004 Class President Council Representative advisors, Crozier Center for Women (Student Manager) and ALSO. I am I 1 also one of the founders ofThe Fight, a group dedicated to the fight against cancer, and Safe Walks, an organiza- : 1 7 ) tion initiated to provide students with .. . a safe way to get home on weekends. Though I have not been involved in Kenyon student government, I have ... r taken on a lot of responsibility in other -- - - k aspects of my Kenyon career. Porsche Lao James Lewis Jesse Spencer Heather Brauer 2. What will your priorities be as Se- 1. What qualifications doyou have tluit and the campus to the fullest potential so that we can ensure that we'll have . What qualifications do you have that nior Class Student Council Represen- will benefit you in this position ? What through things such as charity events, the best of everything, including a will benefit you in this position ? What tative? is your experience in Kenyon student community service projects, pub speaker for the dinner. is your experience in Kenyon student Brauer: Next year brings a lot of government? nights, cove nights and senior week. Lao: The main priorities for the government? responsibility to Kenyon's student Spencer I have served as President Lewis: First priority will be Senior Class will be to do all the Brauer: I am a Chemistry major and government. I hope to, along with for this long and that I am involved in fundraising, so that money will activities that are expected during Anthropology minor; these, along the rest of Student Council, build things such as the Collegian, Fools on never be an issue, and it is my expe- Senior Year while making the pro- with my activities, give me access to a strong relationship with the new the Hill, Judicial Board and Student rience that the earlier one looks to cess as smooth as possible. I have a diverse group of Kenyon students. I president as well as work closely Council along with various other ac- fundraising questions, the more ef- seen how easily it is to not do what have been involved in many activities with the administration to adhere tivities. I can better serve my class by fective one will be. I want Jo plan is expected and have felt the results at Kenyon, including cross-countr- y, to the interests of Kenyon truly being an active member in not our class dinner well ahead of time, of these inactions. track and field, sexual misconduct only my class and its events, but my school. Senate Representative where the drink- Lewis: I served on Judicial Board this possibility of binge I believe that year and that along with serving on the ing greatly increases. Academic Affairs Committe and on if this policy is instituted, spaces like the Student Life Committee, which Lower Dempsey and the Gund Bal- for gave me a unique perspective on the lroom become legitimate spaces i J social Kenyon students and it " gatherings. problems facing : , , C V t the best solutions to those problems. Shannon: I love Kenyon deeply all I have been on the Junior Class and because of this I hope to do Lao: 1 Committee and, while we did not V - that I can to improve the quality of life here. to the senate, I achieve very much during that time, it f If elected will do all that is in my power to gave me the chance to understand the Jay Helmer Caroline Cowan Kerry Shannon serve well. As your Senate difficulties and needs for the position you Re- What will Se- also needs to be re-examin- ed. I be- presentative, priority of class president. your priorities be as the biggest issue that student gov- my highest Class Representative? will face next year, we need lieve it makes sense to make 45 would be in bringing your interests 2. What will your priorities be as Se- nior Senate ernment I to people to a keg; however, the pro- which they nior Class President? Cowan: will constantly strive better housing as a college, but for and concerns to a forum the of I must find posed plan, as I understand it, lim- be acted upon. There will be Spencen My goal for our senior class represent diversity opinions now believe we simply can interests of our class to the Sen- the way to determine its the number of kegs at a given many serious issues that will be ad- next year is in terms of making the year and most equitable I will and to their preferred party by the size of parties. Because dressed in the senate next year. I special. Although by itself it sounds ate body, and be open who has access to listen to my classmates housing. I believe this should be true it is unrealistic to think that less kegs hope to represent you in these di- like some cheesy 80s song, in my available their views to Senate. for Greeks and indepen- will mean less drinking, people will scussions as well as bring up any oth- mind, what I mean by that is making and present everyone, I think housing is perhaps dents alike. I think the party policy begin to drink more in their rooms, ers that you wish to be address. every senior experience hisher class Helmen

Class of 2005 questioned us all during his speech, people don't feel safe in certain areas Council Representative Class President on campus. That has to change. I was also a member of the Security and Safety Committee this year, and we 4 did a lighting safety walk throughout the whole campus, and I've also been

-- - .- ' in contact with Amanda Carpenter '05, J who is heading the Lighting Action Committee. So I'm very aware of this issue, and hopefully the College will be able to take care of it even before next year. Meredith Farmer Sasha Whitaker Harry Fishleigh Steven Snodgrass Harry Fishleigh could not be could be contacted in time 1. First, how doyou plan toserveyour Kenyon, what would it be? contacted in time for publication. Meredith Farmer and Sasha Whitaker not class as president? Snodgrass: Communication between for publication. Snodgrass: The main priority is to students. If people around here would host events to get the class together as take a little more time to explain them- Senate Representative a whole. One thing we did on sopho- selves and make a real effort to com- 1. First, what do you feel will be stituents. It is imperative that the more class committee this year was municate with others, we could prob- Senate's major issue next year, Senate creates rules which are MexicoCaribbean to host pub nights, and those were ably avoid a lot ofconflicts on thiscam-pu- s. and do you have an opinion on clear, concise and appropriate. only $125 each way pretty successful, in part, of course, this issue? 2. Two topics that may likely come all taxes included!. because of the free pizza which will 3. What role do you plan to take on Stokes: I believe that a thorough before Senate are housing and the continue. Class events are great be- Student Council next year, and what review of Kenyon's sexual mis- sexual misconduct policy. What Other worldwide cause we're more likely to hang out do you feel will be its most important conduct policy will be the fore- are your views on these? destinations cheap. with people we haven't been around ' issue? most issue on Senate's agenda. Stokes: I firmly believe that hous- Book on line T-shi- rts I ing on campus must be reassessed. in the past. Obviously, class Snodgrass: strongly feel that safety My views on this issue will not or will be made, and we'll have a catered on campus is an important issue, with be further developed until this is- My own views will be shaped fur- www.airtech.com class dinner. lighting issues being priority number sue is discussed further, and I have ther based on the facts presented (212)219-700- 0. 2. Ifyou could change something at one. As we saw when Jackson Katz the opportunity to poll my con and the needs of my constituents. is :t ;h ajjt OT'

The Kenyon Collegian Thursday, April 24, 2003 STUDENT ELECTIONS 2003 3 Campus Elections-Roun- d Two Class of 2006

Class President Senate Representative , i.iii.iii.ai ii n .i in i i i 1. Why do you want to run for this position ? I want to run for Senate i '; Tucci: Rep because I really wanted to be in a position in which I could be aware of everything that is going a', " ' 1 on in this school and have some :; " control over what takes place. It is very important to me to be as

involved in my community as J U - " li possible and take action rather Olivia Tucci Mark Geiger Rhadha Thombre Grace Twesigye than just sit by and watch deci- will this elected, I will have some real andcounsclingcenter, Co-e- d housing, I. 1at you bring to position sions be made for me. Being Sen- eteria hours. ideas, power, unlike a junior high school Vandalism in the freshman quad, light- if elected (experience, etc)? ate Rep would also help the rest 3. What are the important issues A winning football team. A class president. With this power I ing, parking in the temporary facility, Geigen of the sophomores get fair repre- you see facing the sophomore class swim team. The best damn IM can finally act upon my junior high revisionof the sexual misconduct losing I feel it is ex- next year? I sentation, and in the nation! I'm talking UT dreams of bigger playgrounds and policy are all pressing issues that will sports tremely important that students Tucci: The sophomores are going IM teams. Should I be elected, two milks for every lunch. An is- continue to advocate quality are involved in their school to face the same issues as the rest will bechanging, and sue that would be important should Twesigye: This year Senate has de- things definately core Kenyon. of the campus, and I hope to rep- assault they are the of not necessarily for the better, either. I not be living down South next cided that the sexual policy 2. What are the important issues resent them as fairly as possible. there will be more attractive year, would be Sophomore hous- needs to be re vised for upcoming years. Also, you see for Senate in the next When voting on these issues, I ing. However, my condolences go I think that Student Council should be people on campus under my regime. year? plan to do my best to preserve the Changes. Results. I'm not out to all of you stuck North. Actu- involved in these changes, giving input Thombre: Tucci: Next year, I'm really unique freedoms that students to this on my resume. The sole ally, I would definately push for a whenever it is needed. Another impor- here put looking forward to discussing is- have on this campus, to maintain reason I'm running is because I want to sub-committee to investigate pos- tant aspect is sophomore housing and sues with campus lighting, co-e- d the community of this campus it see things get done. I will bring persist- sible solutions to this crisis. the questionsof: Does always have to housing, on-campus parking, the and to ensure the safety of our hard as well as new Thombre: More staff for the health suck? ence and work, existance of the allstu and caf- - students. ideas and creativity. I want to instil small changes that will bring major Council Representative improvements. Twesigyee: If elected, I will bring the experiences that I have acquired as

as First-Ye- ar President and as ' 1 serving the First-Ye- ar representative to Sen- ate, as well as the student government experiences that I brought with me from high schooLI'm creative and am open to ideas. If something seems like it would be fun to do, up for try ing I'm I it. Also, I'm full of fun and charisma. A 2 What are the important issues you M Karly Burke Stephen Hands Kristina Newton Jonathan Stein see for the Sophomore class next year? 1. What willyou bring to this position ingness to help, responsibility and open, pretty much any social group that Burke: Looking at our class, I see Geiger. An important concern of friendly attitude. Next I ifelected (experience, ideas, etc)? year, want to one could be in. I truly believe such a wide variety of talent, ex- mine is that we will have to actually Hands: I have worked on advocacy keep the class more informed about is- that being the harribly horribly periences, and opinions. Accompa- start knowing things because we in Detroit for four years. Detroit is re- sues discussed in council and plan more social person that I am, allows nying this diversity, however, the can no longer write off ignorance nowned for having very bad politics, events for the class (Pub nights, dinner, me to speak not as a member of class could potentially lose its because we are simply freshmen. I and so I know how to deal with ad- tournaments). one social group, but instead as unity. The amount of vandalism propose a 1 2-step program designed I versity. I have presented in front of Stein: was senior class president a member of the class of 2006. this year to the Freshman Quad to educate in us our campus' zany mayors, city council members and in high school, president of Lewis 2. What are the important issues exemplifies this destruction. traditions and bizzare rites. The I dorm this year and acted as county commissioners, so have one of you see for the Sophomore class Hopefully this is a one-year trend, most pressing issue our campus proven my ability to stand up to pow- two frosh reps to Student Council. next year? but it is a serious issue for our class. and any campus in the United States erful people to get whatis right. I feel What I will bring to Student Coun- Hands: I think that the change In addition, I see our class being currently faces is the threat of law- that safety is very important on cam- cil, and what I feel I brought this in partying at kenyon has to be more active in facing the sexual suits because we guiltlessly steal pus and has to beimproved. Lighting year, is a wide variety of view addressed. Several lounges can misconduct issues that affect the the intellectual property of thou- is something that will be easy to im- points. I find it essential for some- no longer be used for parties, so entire campus. sands of rockstars. I is prove, and will work hard to make one who representing the grade where can people go. Lounge Stein: To be honest, I am not sure Thombre: I will do everything I sure it is improved. Groups like Safe to be part ef many different social parties are important because what lies ahead for the class of can to get the Midnight Breakfast in Walks, Men Against Sexual Assault groups order to achieve this they provide a safer environment 2006. I think that we need to at- back, as well as sundae bar and and Beer and Sex all provide impor- much needed POV. If you ask any- then some dorm room parties for tempt to engage in more activities other luxuries that first years have tant information andservices to one who knows me, they would not drinking. Parties are also inter- as a class, because unity is always never known. improove safety on campus, and so be able to put me in one social esting events, therefore students an important issue at Kenyon. Twesigye: One of the most press- should be looked at as moreimportant group. I have friends that are ath- will enjoy dancing and other ac- Kristina Newton could not ing issues for next year will be the then simply a social group. letes, actors, musicians, friends that tivities, instead of just drinking be contacted in time continuation of class unity, despite for Burke: This year I gained experience drink, friends that don't drink and in their own rooms. the shift from resi- the freshmen in Kenyon 's student government by dences. It will be a big change from serving as the original First-Ye- ar Rep- going from a such close proximity resentative to Student Council. I con- to living all over campus. Activi- tributed ideas and feedback through- Lucy Maritn is the sole candidate for the position of Independent Student Representative. Anna Bierlein is the sole ties that will bring the class together out the entire year and hope to con- candidate for the position ofSenate Secretary; however, she could not be contacted in time for pMicatioti on several occasions will help this tinue to do so next year. Alongside 1. Wlmt do you think the duties ofthe Independent Representative to Senate are? emerging situation. First-Ye- ar I this, I am an active planner on Martin: see my main duty as providing a voice for non-affiliated students when matters pertaining to Greek life arise 3. As Sophomore Class President, Council, serving as treasurer. In in the Senate. you also sit on Student Council. high school, I was president of vari- 2. Wfiat issues do you hope to see discussed during next year 's Senate session ? What do you think are the pressing ous organizations, extremely active in Martin: I hope that we will do substantial work on revising the current Sexual Misconduct Policy. That is my main issues Council needs to address leadership, volunteering and Girl concern for next year. I'd also like to discuss issues of lighting and safety on campus. next year?" Scouts. As with any activity that I am 3. Wlxat hopes do you have for the future ofvow seat? Geiger: Making sure that if I am involved, I bring my dedication, will- - Martin: Its elimination, along with the Greek Senate representative's seat. The Kenyon Collegian 4 NEWS Thursday, April 24, 2003

-- Easter: Eggs cover campus r j " CONTINUED FROM PAGE tual dispersal took place under K'tf , T 'TTZ .... ONE bushes and fire extinguishers. "The Man in the Dark Glasses." cover of darkness at an hour when When asked whether this egg. This moment of inspiration was most Kenyonites were in bed. ing would be repeated in the future, apparently followed by a "long However, the few people the the eggers did not answer directly. (iJ .V . V J t 1 i. i rf irl and treacherous journey ... involv- eggers happened to meet includ- They seem to see themselves more ing dark glasses and floppy hats, ing some Security guards were as "professional perpetrators of en- empty bank accounts, borrowed accosted and presented with eggs. tertaining acts of randomness" than cars and Wal-Mart- ." After being confronted, some as Easter bunnies. As to whether The eggers then spent "a tor- people reportedly joined in the another such act of randomness will turous hour" in Snowden filling egging and helped to place the occur again in the near future, they the eggs with jelly beans. The ac eggs on window sills, doorsteps, only said, "Wait and see..." j 1 Government: Looking ahead "All-Americ- Z.OOA'magazine selects Mount Vernon as an an City" in April CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE posal, calling it "very, very unpopu- made it hard to light Middle Path. of 1 965. The only city in Ohio so distinguished, this is the second time the unique challenges that faced them lar." She also said alternatives were Bierlein said regarding lighting, "Old Mount Vemon has recieved the honor. A parade is held to celebrate "All in their new roles. needed for present party spaces, since antiquated ideas of Kenyon's campus American Day," including bands, floats, athletic teams and beauty queens. Chair of Security and Safety Rob- they were not meeting present stan- is sort of quaint at this point." She ert Hayes, a freshman who served on dards. She said, "No resolutions are talked about attending a potluck hosted 32 years ago, April 22, 1971: The Collegian reports on a recent controversy the Safety and Security committee in going to pass until we have those al- by Take Back the Night last week that sparked by Maulana Tuungane at Xavier University. Tuungane holds that the past year and who has already ternatives." Bierlein also pointed to the addressed safety issues, including Jesus was a black liberator who was murdered by the white people for scheduled a meeting with Assistant Di- sexual misconduct policy and to the lighting, and suggestions such as locks attempting to overcome their power and social structure; Christianity evolved rector of Safety and Security Bob issue of housing. Regarding the hous- on the exterior of dorms, as well as out of guilt from this, but become a racist religion due to the representation of Hooper, saw three main concerns for ing debate, particularly the debate over placing phonejacks in resdential rooms Jesus as white. Tuungane also claims that Easter is a celebration of the his committee to address: vandalism, division housing, she said, 'Those is- that don't have telephone access, such kidnapping of Jesus' body to hide the fact that he was black underage drinking and traffic con- sues could be solved if we had a new as rooms in Caples that have common 48 years ago, April 22, 1955: Dr. Salomon presents a lecture on papyrology, cerns. Hayes said, "Security has to step dorm or did something creative with rooms.

non-collegiate it 'a science" of papyrus. He discusses the 1,000-year period very carefully when deals with drink- the more unpopular dorms." Just as subjects like the allstu sur- between 4th century B.C. and 6th century A.D., explaining the vital role ing." He also said that the present traf- Susman also pointed to the faced in the middle of this year for papyrology has in such history. "It is through what the people of a time think fic policy had "a lot of clarity prob- ADEPT proposal, saying that student Senate to deal with, Susman, Bierlein and say ... that we can achieve the most telling background of the history of an lems." government would have to "balance and the committee heads fully expect age," Salomon said. Co-Treasu- rer Lisa Maurer, a jun- concerns of fire code with concerns issues to surface which are not being By Sarah Burson ior who served on the Business and of the social scene." Susman also men- discussed now. Hayes said that his Finance committee during this past tioned what he called a "perennial is- committee might deal with the issue

year, pointed to the shift of responsi- sue of sorts, the issue of student re- of first-years drinking in dorms. bility for alloting funds to student or- spect and what our relationship is with Maurer pointed to issues of funding April 16 - April 22, 2003 ganizations for speakers from the BFC the Gambier community." on campus. Xenakis thought the issue to the Student Lectureships Commit- Others besides Bierlein and of apartment parties may come up. Apr, 16, 4:09a.m. Fire alarm at Apr. 20, 12:16a.m. Non-student tee as a major change. Susman had opinions on the ADEPT Ultimately, however, it will be Hayes Hall. Alarm activated by dust. trespassing on campus. Knox County Vice President for Academic Af- proposal. Hayes pointed out regard- Bierlein and Susman who set the Apr. 16, 9:01a.m. Vandalism in Sheriff's Office notified. fairs Nick Xenakis pointed to sev- ing the ADEPT policy, "Kenyon can't agenda in their roles as Senate Co-Cha- ir room at Gund HalJAvriting on the wall. Apr. 20, 5:16a.m. Underage con '05 eral concerns Kenyon students supercede state law ... Kenyon has to and Student Council President Apr. 16, 9:06a.m. Vandalismbro sumptionunauthorized entering of facing he to address. His goals enforce this or we risk Kenyon's li- Bierlein alluded to a lot of issues, such ken window at Norton Hall. other students room at McBride Resi that hoped were what current Vice ability if there's a fire." Xenakis saw as the quality of food served at Kenyon Apr. 16, 1:17p.m. Drug parapher dence. "continuing President Tom Susman '04 started the ADEPT question as being "related as something that was "discussed a lot nalia found in room at Hanna Hall. Apr. 20, 6:50a.m. Vandalism at this year in working with scholarships to the larger question of housing," on this campus." However Bierlein did Apr. 16, 1:34p.m. Drug parapher Caples Residencebroken ceiling tile. and fellowships." He also hoped to which he predicted which be a large maintain, "a lot of stuff is discussed at nalia found in room at Hanna Hall. Apr. 20, 6:00p.m. Possible hazing look at the allotment of library carrels question next year for student govern- Kenyon. I don't think people get in- Ape 16,4:28p.m. Unregistered keg at McBride Residence. as well as availability of computers on ment to answer. volved enough." Susman pointed to at Acland Apartments. Apr. 20, 6:39p.m. Fire alarm at campus. "Walking to the 1 ibrary today, Although they have not had "issues of resources that the College Apr. 16, 4:47p.m. Vandalism to Watson Hall, activated by burnt food it was impossible to find a computer," much time, next year's student gov- put towards fundamental student ser- vehicle parked in Grounds area. Apr. 21, 1:20a.m. Theft of food he said. ernment leaders have already given vices. The one I'm thinking of is the Vandalism in from Domino's delivery person. Apr. 16, 6:45p.m. Center." Senate co-Ch- air Kirsten Bierlein thought to effective strategies and Health and Counseling room at Gund Hall. Apr. 21, 11:25a.m. Fire alarm at '04 and Susman both served on Sen- problems in addressing these prob- Susman was quick to express his ap- Apr. 17, 8:27a.m. Vehicles dam Mather Residence, caused by item ate this year, Bierlein as the indepen- lems. Regarding lighting, Hayes said, preciation for the staff at the center, aged by branch in South Lot. overheating in microwave. dent representative, and were able to "Major changes can't be made be- but said, "The Counseling Center is 17, Former student Apr. 21, 1:28p.m. Drugsparapher Apr. 6:44p.m. to comment on issues that next year's cause it's not cost-effectiv- e." He also understaffed for the task they have trespassing on campus. nalia found in room at Old Kenyon. Senate would inherit from the current pointed out that there were no power do ... not at all a criticism of the people Apr. 17, 6:56p.m. Medical call re Apr. 21, 1:54p.m. Weapon (knife) Bierlein cited the ADEPT pro lines running out of Gambier, which doing the job now." garding ill student at Norton Hall. found in room at Old Kenyon. body. College physician was notified. Apr. 21, 2: 16p.m. Drugsparapher- Apr. 18, 8:40p.m. Unregistered keg nalia found in room at Old Kenyon. U-Mi- ch affect Kenyon? 21, 7:18p.m. Medical call re Forum: Will in room at Old Kenyon. Apr. Apr. 19, 2:47a.m. Possible hazing garding injured student in freshman CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE knowledge the role of diversity. tive action say, 'Well, affirmative wasn't for in woods near Kokosing River. quad. Student transported to the Health explained Kenyon's system of admis- "Some kind of background differ- action did me in. If it have Apr. 19, 8:18a.m. Fire alarm at and Counseling Center. sions. Kenyon has no quota system; ences really are relevant," said affirmative action, I would And Peirce Hall, activated by steam. Ann 22. 12:45p.m. Theft of cash however, if the Court rules in favor of Baumann. "It isn't invidious to talk gone to Harvard or Yale.' Harvard Apr. 19, 6:59p.m. Fire alarm at from room in Lewis Hall. the plaintiff, Kenyon and other insti- about, 'It's good to have somebody they ignore the fact that i- McBride Residence, caused by burnt Apr. 22, 1:00p.m. Theft of bicycle tutions may be precluded from inquir- from Utah, it's good to have some- and Yale are very prestigious food. tire from bicycle in Hanna Hall bike ing about race during the application body from Harlem, it's good to have nstitutions." argument Apr. 20, 12:02a.m. Possible assault shed. process. somebody from ... Maine.' It makes Leitner countered the during the and underage consumption in Ransom Apr. 23, 2:26a.m. Drug parapher- "Our mission is to compose a sense if you look at undergraduate against affirmative action sugges- Hall lawn area. nalia found in Black Box Theater. diverse community that is going to education. I think it makes very little forum portion of the event, admissions benefit everyone," said Morse. sense for med school or law school." ting a predisposition of "It's Baumann argued against affir- Due to a lack of interest in officers towards white students. affirmative The Philadelphia Center';'-- ; mative action, focusing on the fact representing the viewpoint for af- not that minorities need white people have an that this policy is tantamount to ra- firmative action, Lewis, who op- action because need to Earn academic credit living, cial preference. "The civil rights poses the policy, assumed the sup- advantage, so black people too," she said. movement was very clear when it portive role. "Affirmative action have an advantage studying in Philly! are still b- working, and said no discrimination on the basis altogether too often plays the "It's that white people skin color," he said. "America is scapegoat for failure," said Lewis. iased." of and a -- the hour self-contradicti- Attendance at www in on if it does this." "I think altogether too often, philactr edu sparse, tota- A Although he defended the con- people who consider themselves half long forum was 15 people. experience life: cept of equality, Baumann did ac discriminated against by affirma ling approximately education at work Thursday, April 24, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Kenyon Collegian 5 Send-O-ff 's festivities tempt school-boun- d Kenyonites group Rocktet which also includes will be offering Henna tattoos. After had to start the board from scratch." without BY RACHEL HINTON Andy Hyman '03, who seniors Since ScaffWriter Liam Singer, Jack Shriner, the live bands, student DJs are sched- then, the board has built up a helped organize live music at the Eric Hickey, Steven Somple and Jus- uled to spin from midnight until 2 membership of around 18. Horn; Ferrial Lanton '05, who did The weather's balmy, shoulders tin Marsico as an "experiment in a.m. in Philander's Pub, where there Although the Social Board chair the art show at the Horn for Springfest are bare and Kenyon is pulsing with sound."The group "ventures into the will also be pizza and beverages. is a paid position, Sorkin chose to and Laura Leavitt '05, who has just

new energy. It is time for that week- futuristic territory sometimes referred Sorkin said, "This event is basi- donate hersalary to the board in order been agreat coordinator and co-planne- r." end of well-deserve- d, school-sanctione- d to as 'post-rock,- '" Danoff said, "and cally huge." She, in particular, has to bring more bands to Send-Of- f. fun that the entire campus using only instrumentals, creates a devoted constant time and energy to Social Board Advisor and Director On Saturday, the board mem-

has been waiting for. On Saturday, musical space both ambient and pow- Send-Of- f. When the former Social of Student Activities Joseph Maurer bers will see the fruits of their labor. Kenyon will end the term in style erful, contemplative and engaging." Board Chair stepped down in the said that under Sorkin, the board "has "It's goingtobeablast," said Maurer. with Summer Send-Of- f, the Social "We come into a show with middle of the fall semester, Sorkin done an incredible job of putting the "Get ready for a fun day."The event, Board's biggest event of the year. only an overall framework of what was hired forthe position, and imme- plans for Send-O- ff together. said Sorkin, "is a huge responsibility For those who are new to the we're going to play the rest comes diately began planning for Send-Of- f Sorkin has shown great leadership for me, but it's also been really excit- festivities, the outdoor celebration together on its own," said Flaherty, and other events. "It's a pretty huge throughout the course of the semes- ing. Ijust want it to go really well, and features food, games and live bands adding, "We rock hard." responsibility. I have to spend an ter." Sorkin praised the other board I want everyone to have fun. I'm that begin at 1:30 p.m. and include Conversely, Danoff said, the hourandahalfaday workingonft.so members, saying, "I don't think I crossing my fingers about the thisyear's featured act, The Pharcyde. musicoftheTequilaDonkey Project, it's like another class," she said. "I could have done anything this year weather."

Planning the event has been a yearl- is "jazz-funk-fusion-rock-hippie-jam-h- op." ong project for the Social Board, led The group features Joe by Chair Sharon Sorkin '05. Funded Dolman '05, Collin Kliner '03, Moses Olin shows 'Among You I Have Been5 by the majority of the board's bud- Josh, Hickey and Flaherty. "We'll be get, Send-Of- f represents a playing some pride booty-shakin- g Note the past tense in the title of Garhart's last faculty exhibit culmination of the board's purposes. music to prepare the crowd for the BY SARAH INGBER "The goal of the Social Board is Pharcyde," said Flaherty. "Come StaffWriter ' I to try and bring activities to Kenyon ready to dance." I that will enhance student life, allow Uncle Daddy, well-know- n at For31 years, hehasbeenamong students to enjoy music together, Kenyon for its eclectic, high-energ- y us. Now, 71 displayed works punc- I ; " i enjoy art together and just enjoy be- style, also promises to rock the cam- tuate his departure. "Among You I f . v - ing students here," Sorkin said. pus. According to frontman Andrew Have Been" is Professor of Art "Summer Send-O- ff is a tremendous Kilpatrick '03, the band plays "all Martin John Garhart's final show as i opportunity for us to incorporate all rock," some covers and some origi- a faculty member at Kenyon Col those goals into one day." nals. Kilpatrick thinks that Send-Of- f lege. : The Social Board is particularly "will either be our sloppiest show or The title is a tribute to Garhart's excited about this year's headliner. our tightest show ever," because time spent at Kenyon and the sur- Spin called Southern California rap "we'll be flinging day-gl- o paint ev- rounding county. "Kenyon is groupThe Pharcyde the "classclowns erywhere and playing a 20-minute probably one of the most fortunate in the true school of hip hop, that version of 'Tomorrow Never things that's ever happened to me, because this has been an incredible subgenre marked by jazzy beats and Knows,' complete with sitar and I i backwards-tap- e - crafty,organicflows."The Pharcyde, noises." place to grow," he said. "But there's known for their rhythmic wizardry Students who attended last also a time to move on. I need io put Amy Gallese Martin Garhart, a 3 1 -- year veteran of Kenyon's art department, stands with and sense of good humor, has re- year's Send-Of- f m ight remember that all my energies into my wak.'' one of his oil paintings. Garhart also made the frames of these works. leased albumsincludingflizarretafe the featured band's performance was Since he has been here, Garhart lffliePharcyde,Labcabincalifornia, called off because of rain. Fortu- has displayed pieces in over 20 or she is living, but warned against describes himself as an oil painter, diapier One Testing The Waters nately, this disappointing turn of Kenyon shows. His current show, using too many personal details. he said all of his work is heavily and a best-o- f anthology, Cydeways. events spurred the Social Board to however, is composed of three bod-ies- of "Then it becomes illustrative," he based on drawing. Known for its upbeat, powerhouse plan this year's event even more work completed within the last said. "Drawing is one of those things live performances, the Pharcyde will carefully and work out kinks before- five years, and nearly all are new to In order for the viewer to gain you do without an intermediary," he play an hour-lon-g set at 10:30 p.m. hand. Changes include the addition Kenyon. from a work, said Garhart, the artist said. "There's no lens ... It's perceiv- on the main stage. of a tent to cover the entire stage and Garhart describes one series, must create a mirror, with self-hones-ty ing the world we live in in a way The musical lineup also includes an area of lawn in front of it, ensuring "Watercolor Poems," as a personal as the polish. that's very unusual in our society." three student bands the winner and that the Pharcyde "will play, come "new body of work." Each of the 28 "Our integrity comes from a It was not until he got into col- two runners-u- p from the Battle of the rain or come shine," according to pieces feature a watercolor and a line self-hones-ty to the extent that we're lege that Garhart even considered Bands held earlier this year and six Sorkin. "We're hoping that nothing of original verse beneath, marking human," he said, "and that human- drawing. He grew up in a family of alumni bands. The alumni bands, gets in the way of the students having the first time he has publicized his ism is a reflective surface that gives loggers and says that art was not the including Mrs. Children, the Justin a good time this year. We're trying to poetry. "Poetry is absolutely one of the viewers a way to see their lives." field that brought him to college. In Conn Band, The Letdowns, Father work out all the possible flaws." my passions," said Garhart, who In "Love Songs," this mirror fact, his field of choice was 100 Grundy, Aubergine 3 and King When the music stops, the fun avidly reads and privately writes functions with landscape to pair the yards long and more about touch- Wilkie, begin performingat2:50p.m. won't. Thanks to a grant from the poetry as well. "I can read poetry intellectual and experiential. downs than brushstrokes. Uncle Daddy and Rocktet, the Ohio Department of Alcohol and with a kind of non-intellectual joy "The landscape functions as a "But an art class I took for an Battle runners-u-p, will each play a Drug Addiction Services, the Social it really resonates in me." window to take you into an experi- easy 'A' changed that," said Garhart. half-hour set beginning at 1:30 p.m. Board plans to run inflatable games Garhart highlighted the "syner ence, while the intellectual dimension "The class was not only the toughest The Tequila Donkey Project, the from 2 to 6 p.m., including a castle gism" of different kinds of language is the mirror," said Garhart. 'To- class I've had, but also one of great

Battle 50-minu- winner, will play a te and laser tag room. Aramark will as an interest explored in his work. gether, they force you to step back in influence." Garhart said his life of set at 9:20 p.m. to open for The serve a picnic dinner on the lawn Visually, four elements speak: illu- - yourself and say, 'Who am I and art began "the minute I picked up a Pharcyde. from 5 to 7 p.m., and Papa John's will sionism (the physical phenomenon what does this suggest?'" pencil and someone showed me how

Prominently featured in the stu- be selling pizza on the lawn through- of sight), total abstraction (the emo Many of the landscapes are su n-ri- ses to use it as a tool of understanding." dent acts are Doran Danoff '03 and out the day. Vendors from the tions), symbolism (the intellect) and or sunsets images that border After 3 1 years of showing oth- Dave Flaherty '04, members of both Gambier-Mou- nt Vernon area will trempd'oueil (immediacy).Thesec- - on cliche and Garhart cites his in- ers how to do that very thing, Garhart Rocktet and The Tequila Donkey sell food, jewelry and clothing on the ond series of the show, a set of terest in "finding the element that can will commit himself to making Project. Danoff describes the new lawn in front ofPeirce, and SAMOSA multiple image oil paintings called make a cliche new every time it's "work that goes from one garage I "Love Songs," makes particular use used the thing that makes every sale to the next." He explained that Send-O- ff of these elements. Garhart said that sunrise new to each of us; the fresh- his goal does not stem from humility Summer by taking three out of four of the ness in every moment." but from an urge to create something elements and combining them with This quest is most evident in the with intrinsic value, value, anyone Music Schedule language, he creates a "reference to oil paintings, displayed in Olin Gal- can see. "That's a difficult thing to 1 1:30 p.m. AUBERGINE THREE the layered and multi-facete- d way lery with the "Watercolor Poems." do," he said. I KING WILKIE (previously humans experience life." Just as Each oil painting, which took an Apart from pursuing his work, UNCLE DADDY known as Colonel Catastrophe) I people function mentally on many estimated minimum of 300 hours to Garhart said he has a contract to ROCKTET levels at the same time, his works complete, is also bordered by a hand- create a beginning drawing book, a 9:20 p.m. appeal to many levels of life. made frame. Garhart said his frames "survival manual for a technologi- 2:50 p.m. (Alumni Bands) I "The bottom line of my is act like "sculptural aspects" that set cal society." TEQUILA DONKEY PROJECT work MRS. CHILDREN about art as a way to understand the up the attitude of each painting. "Among You I Have Been" is JUSTIN one life we know we have," he said. In addition to the paintings, many to the public from April 24 to CONN BAND 10:10 p.m. open THE LETDOWNS Garhart emphasized that an artist drawings and etchings are on display May 25 in the Olin Gallery and the -1 1- A rnw . L fa 1 HtR GRUNDY THE PHARCYDE can only truly explore the one life he in the Hom Gallery. AlthoughGarhart Horn Gallerv. The Kenyon Collegian ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Thursday April 24,2003 Kenyon College goes Cotton Club with Jazz, Perc. Ensembles BY ERIC FITZGERALD as opposed to last 50 years," said ensemble, which is very broad. I including Latin and Brazilian Staff Writer Brett Burleson, the Jazz Ensemble have percussion majors as well a rhythms." director and a Capital College few beginners that are learning to The Jazz Ensemble What: Jazz Ensemble; members With the end of the semester gradute. Burleson is spending his read music. are predominantly experienced jazz just around the corner, the depart- first year at Kenyon. "We'll play Percussion Ensemble "This is our first concert en- musicians and the level of music ment of music will give two Kenyon some Charlie Parker and Charles When: Monday at 7 p.m. tirely of original percussion that Burleson chooses reflects that nights of ensembles in Rosse Hall, Mingus along with Herbie Hancock ensemble works with no pop or jazz expertise. and 8 April 28 and 29. The Jazz Ensemble and Chick Corea, two instigators of Tuesday at p.m. transcriptions," he continued. "We "Since there's only one en- is Monday at 7 p.m., and the Percus- the fusion movement in jazz mu- respectively are performing a new piece based semble group and we want to work sion Ensemble is Tuesday at 8 p.m. sic." Where: Rosse Hall on Japanese drumming styles called on as much as possible," said Both concerts promise a feast of The Jazz Ensemble will fea- 'Taiko' and a very old classic en- Burleson, "I require basic reading musical talent. ture a few students who have already tures much more percussion-base- d semble called 'Mesozoic Fantasy' skills and ask that musicians be able Both groups will showcase impressed the College with their works. Adjunct Professor of Music that requires the members to chant to play something as soon as it is work learned this semester by stu- individual senior recitals, including and Percussion Ensemble director along with their parts." shown to them, so we can play as dents enrolled in two courses, Music Monica Gastelumendi, Doran Cary Dachtyl, however, promises Burleson's main focus when much as possible. Basic improvisa-tion- al 480 and Music 482. The student Danoff, Colin Kliner and Eric not to bore the crowd with a mo- working with the Jazz Ensemble is skills are also helpful."

1-pi- musicians in each ensemble receive Hickey . The 1 ece ensemble also notonous lineup. In this interest, to survey and learn many styles The Percussion Ensemble is in only .25 units of credit for their includes senior Justin Karpinos,jun-io- r Dachtyl has selected a variety of within the jazz genre. its third year at Kenyon, and senior participation. Nonetheless, their per- Dave Flaherty, sophomores Joe music for the performance. "All year we have been work- Brian Poulin and junior Dave formances should entertain students Dolman and Tristram Warkentin "I try to balance the selection ing on covering ... many bases and Flaherty have been in the group and staff members who enjoy jazz and first-years Joe Abrams, Whitney between newer works, educational styles ofjazz," Burleson said. "Jazz since Dachtyl started it. Other gradu- and percussion sounds. Bratton and Brook Herlach. or instructional etudes and try to includes so many styles. We've been ating members include Danoff, 'This time around, we'll be Unlike past Percussion En- work in some of the classic older going through different years, do- Hickey and Justin Struble. Dachtyl looking at jazz that is more modern, sembles that have included jazz works," said Dachtyl. "The choice ing different things compositionally hopes interest in the program will jazz written within the last 20 years percussion ensembles, this year fea-- . also reflects the ability level of the and looking at different rhythms, stay high at the College. "The ensemble has 16 members the largest ensemble we have - - - J had," he said. "Unfortunately, eight

You Can Count on Me somebitingdarkhumor.mostofwhich ' " . members will be graduating this h Friday, 8 p.m. comes from Matthew Broderick (Elec- year. Donna Maloney at the music Higley A uditorium tion, Ferris Bueller's Day Off), who department says I need to 'drum up' plays Sammy 's incompetent supervi- some business for next year." KFS concludes its "Appropri sor at the local bank. It 's a testament to ate Relationships Week" with the strength of his screenplay as

writer-direct- or Ken Lonergan's richly literary as Monster's Ball, You Can Count on Me, widely and Solaris, or The Man Wlio Wasn't deservedly hailed by critics as one There thatthishumorneverdctracts - of the finest films of 2000. from the film's overall dramatic mo- .. Lonergan's skills as a playwright mentum. Instead, it's easily translate surprisingly well to the incorporated into a film that shows a 11535 Upper Gilchrist Road You Can Count on true understanding of how people 1 " big screen, as . Mount Vernon Me resonates throughout with some don't just shift at a few key turning

392-222- of the most mature, true-to-lifed- ia- points in their lives, but insteadchange Movie-lin- e: 0 logue in recent memory. His in both small and profound ways on a imdb.com PG-1- ay YTu Tambien. 3 directorial style is clean and effi- day-to-d- basis. Characters in such Three "Charolastras" embark on the central road trip of Mama Identity J cient, allowingstrongdialogue and subtle flux are exceedingly rare in Fri-Th- u 5:00, 7:15,9:30. in stellar performances from his two film, and that Sammy's and Terry's His presence is as chilling as the Trapped Mexico while their Sa-S-u 12:30, 2:45, 5:00 J leads to carry the film. Its only real struggle holds such genuine promise ghost that haunts the school with girlfriends goon a tourof Italy, friends 7:15,9:30. weakness is its hokey title, which makes You Can Count on Me an him at night. Julio (Gael Garcia Bemal, Amores Luna, The R short-sel- ls the film's charms and absolute treasure. Director Guillermo del Toro Perros) and Tenoch (Diego Real Cancun makes it difficult to market. (Cronos, Blade II) uses the actors Frida, Before Night Falls) prepare for Fri-Th- u 5:10,7:10,9:10 You Can Count on Me is first The Devil's Backbone to express his political message told a summer of freeloading, pranks and Sa-S- u 1:10,3:10,5:10 9:10 fo-cusing- 7:10, and foremost a character study on Wednesday, 10:15 p.m. within this tense ghost story. Del drugs. However, they quickly get the evolving relationship Higley A uditorium Toro, a former make-u- p artist, uses bored of this idea and hatch a scheme Holes PG between two deeply damaged and visual effects more as a support to to take their new object of desire erdu,BelleEpoque), Tue-Th- u 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 realistically-draw- n adult siblings. While American audiences his film than a crutch. Along with Lusa(MaribeW a Fri-Mo- n 1:00,4:30 film of very subtle action, You went in droves to view Alejandro cinematographer Guillermo wife of Tenoch 's older cousin on A 7:00, 9:30 Can Count on Me follows single-- Amenabar's The Others in 2001, Navarro (Jackie Brown), del Toro road trip to a fictitious beach called to terrific scenes that "Heaven's Mouth." On the journey, The Mexico had their own works create PG-1- mom Sammy (Congo and Spain and Malibu's Most Wanted 3 story in theaters. are far more starting than the stan- the boys' plans turn on them, as the TrumanShow's Laura Linney, who intelligent ghost Tue-Th- u 5:20,7:20,9:20 an Oscar nomination for The Devil's Backbone drew much dard Hollywood slasher fare. quietly wise Luisa seduces each of the earned Fri-Mo- n 1:20,3:20,5:20 However, The Backbone is boys. The ensuing conflict of friend- her performance) as she adjusts to comparison to the Nicole Kidman Devil's 7:20, 9:20 an unexpected visit from her film, and deservedly so. The Devil's much more than a horror film; it ship, fidelity and youth enables them

to its to take more objective, candid looks at PG-1- younger brother, stoner Terry (XXI Backbone brings the same nervous wisely uses the terror engage Bulletproof Monk 3 bril- their own lives. AY'S Mark Ruffalo, arguably even apprehension of a solid ghost story characters, who respond with Tue-Th- u 5:10,7:20,9:30 in Y Tu it alle- liant The camera Mama Fri-M- better than Linney). As appalled as to the screen and uses as an performances. on 12:50,3:00,5:10 Tambien is not much more than an she is by her brother's not-at-a- ll gory for the Spanish Civil War. 7:20, 9:30 surprising revelations that he's flat Though it heavily symbolizes the Y Tu Mama Tambien observer. The film plays out very PG-1- 3 1 in front the leaving broke and fresh out of jail, Sammy conflict, the characters and story ine Friday, May 2nd, 8 p.m. openly of screen, Anger Management What is 9:10 recognizes that Terry's arrival is stand on their own. Higley A uditorium nothing for interpretation. Tue-Th- u 4:50, 7:00, coming-of-ag- e shown is a film that Fri-M- on 12:30,2:40,4:50 the type of spark she desperately Set in 1939, the film opens to 9:10 10-year-- actually allows itscharacters grow 7:00, needs to knock her life out of its with old Carlos (Fernando Alfonso Cuaron's return to and discover more about themselves deepening groove of politesse and Tiel ve) spotting a ghost at the school Mexican cinema comes ten years the lives they are living. Its What a Girl Wants PG-1- 3 convention. he attends. The school, a refuge for after he released 1991 's Love in the and omniscient narrator and sprawling All Week 5:10 Terry reluctantly accepts his children abandoned during the war, Time of Hysteria. Returning to isopcratedby Casares(Argcntinian Mexico during a new drive for cin- structure draw comparisons to the temporary role as a father figure to Phonebooth R dis- ematic quality, Cuaron gives his French New Wave directors d Rudy legend Fedcrico Luppi) and his nine year-ol- nephew Tue-Th- u 7:15,9:15 and Jean-Lu- c acts plays as a monument a bomb that native country another fine selec- Francois Truffaut (Signs' Rory Culkin, who Fri-Mo- n 1:15,3:15 tion Y Tu Mama Tambien. Godard. A staple film in Mexico's circles around Haley Joel Osment fell in its playground some time with 7:15,9:15 in own "New Wave"of filmmaking, Y and any of his older brothers), even ago. Within the school, the janitor Having spent time working Tambien celebrates life though he knows that he's entirely Jacinto (Eduardo Noriega, Open American cinema, Cuaron takes a Tu Mama com-ing-of-a- ge a straightforward storyline Coming Soon: too flawed to serve as any kind of Your Eyes) uses deceit and an affair common American theme, the amidst a landscape. role model to an impressionable, with the headmistress Carmen road trip, and infuses it and stunning Paredes, All About My with realism, emotional growth and precocious child. (Marisa X-M-en 2 steal a beautiful picture of the Mexican Jonathan Keefe Lonergan wisely balances these Mother) to try to a supposed The Lizzie McGuire Movie and Brian Schiller tough, densely-wove- n issues with horde of gold in the school's safe. countryside. Thursday, April 24, 2003 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Kenyon Collegian Knox County, KC make song, symphony communal when Verdi decided to complete the fied.havingbeentrainedat the Eastman and others who simply enjoy music. BY LINDSAY WARNER piece himself and dedicated it to the School of Music." "Being a science major, it is A&E Editor U:Vtli late Italian poet Alessandro Manzoni. .!, Both choir and symphony mem- good to know that you can learn "Nothing is more reward ingthan Taking the themes from the last What: Knox County bers have been working hard in order other things in music without tak- hearing a semester of work finally movement, Verdi's completed com- Symphony and to tackle what Jessica Booth '02 de- ing an intro music class," said come together into something you position evolved into what critics of scribes as "a very hefty piece." sophomore Milina Murphy. "I have recognize and love," said first-year the time called a "masterwork of the Community Choir Sophomore flutist Emily Williams re- grown a lot musically and havealso hornist Bethany Shopland of 19th century." marked, "As part of the symphony, I increased my vocal range by being French When: Sunday at 8 p.m. this year's combined Knox County Locke's interest in the piece as a enjoy playing pieces that involve cho- part of a choir." Symphony and Community Choir possibility for the choir and sym- Where: Rosse Hall ral parts. It's a refreshing change of Although the choir and sym- concert, which will take place Sun- phony developed after a trip to pace and I'm always impressed when phony are open to all who audition, is a day at 8 p.m. in Rosse Hall. This year, Bulgaria last summer. Accompanied have at Kenyon, and it gave me the the instrumental and vocal parts mesh attempting Verdi's Requiem in addition to the usual impressive by his wife Kay Locke, six current confidence to attempt it at Kenyon." into the final product." good indication that both groups indi- show put on by the two groups, which Chamber Singers and two Chamber The majority of soloists featured TheCommunity Choir and Knox are composed of very talented together number over 200 musicians Singer alumni, Locke was given the in Requiem have been culled from County Symphony have teamed up viduals. Sophomore violinist Jen fiom the community and the College, opportunity to practice and conduct a the current voice teaching staff in the for many years, producing other ma- Underwood said that this piece "has Professor of Music and director Benj- fullsymphony and chorus comprised music department. Adjunct Music jor choral works such as the Brahms an emotional ferocity that the sym- amin Locke has something special of both Americans and Bulgarians at Instructors Chia-W- ei Lee, baritone, and Mozart Requiems as well as phony has not tackled before, but in mind: Giuseppe Verdi'sMessaDa the Conductor's Workshop in Varna. and Carolyn Redman, mezzo-sopran- o, masses by Beethoven and Haydn, but we have an intensity of numbers Requiem. In the current Community Choir, will perform along with the musicians are especially excited that we have never had in the past" VttdVsRequiem isone of those former Chamber Singers Andrea Adjunct Instructor of Music and about this year's event. "As Doc often Sophomore Tim Chenette pieces that is spoken of in hushed Doore '04 and Scott Baker '94 are Voice Coordinator Nancy Jantsch, says, 'Verdi is responsible for every added that a particular highlight of tones. Originally undertaken to honor the only remnants of the Bulgarian singing the soprano solos, and Asso- piece of music ever,'" said first-year the performance is the second the composer Rossini in 1 873, Verdi group that will be singing Requiem ciate Director of Financial Aid Craig choirmember Jessica Freeman-Slad- e, movement, where the symphony is had hoped to have all of the leading once again. Slaughter, taking the tenor part. "and I think it's a great tribute to joined by two faculty trumpeters, Italian composers at that time sub- "This musical choice to per- "This is a liturgical opera, so we devote a concert to this." AssociateProfessorof Music Dane mit one movement of music to the form Requiem came as a surprise, need a lot of 'big singing,'" said Professor of History and Commu- Heuchemer and Assistant Profes- work, while he would contribute the and it is definitely the Knox County Locke. "The solos are truly of Olym- nity Choir President Reed Browning sor of Music Ted Buehrer, who are final movement. The other compos- premier of Requiem," said Locke. pic proportion, which I why I opted also praises the Requiem, saying, "It is supposed to represent Gabriel's ers neglected the project, however, "When we went to Bulgaria, they to use our voice instructors as well as a mature work lush, melodic and won- trumpets at the Last Judgment. and it went unfinished until 1873, had even fewer performers than we Craig Slaughter, who is well quali- - derfully rich in its construction, and its Regardless of whether you are fugal parts are very challenging." intimately familiar with Verdi's Community Choir and Knox work, however, both choir and sym- 'Character drama' won't waste your time County Symphony are unique in that phony members tout the strength of ' : T " they encourage a collaborative effort their upcoming performance. In BY TODD DETMOLD . . I . TT7T-T- between students, faculty and commu- short, Murphy concluded, "Ken- Film Critic nity members, and both groups also yon, we are going to knock your A good month and a half after serve as a musical outlet for non-majors socks off!" its release in New York and Los Angeles, the much-hype- d character T TakeawalkonthePharcyde drama Laurel Canyon has finally BY DAN ALTER most West Coast tape decks. The made its way into at least one Co- group's most famous track, lumbus theater and I, for Music Critic one, am "Passin' Me By," features a breezy quite relieved to finally be out the of Amid the confusion and furious beat while the four rappers lament springtime doldrums, even if this scrambling to finish work in the last crushing on women they'll never first smart movie of the new season two weeks of the spring semester, get. "Ya Mama" contains a litany is so aged. Rawed but precise, Lau- Summer Send-O- ff has emerged from of mother disses, while "Officer" rel Canyon is pretty much the first J? the mist to give one last gasp of fun to speaks out against racial profiling movie since Chicago that's really the Kenyon community before we all in a song loosely based on Public worth your time. JU. lock ourselves down with finals. The Enemy's "Black Steel in the Hour Frances McDormand stars, imdb.com Kate Beckinsale, Lisa Cholodenko and Christian Bale rap at the table highlight of the night, ofcourse, comes of Chaos." continuinghershow-stealingstrea- k when the headlining band performs, Songs like "Officer" display as Jane, an aging record promiscuity of his mother's rock to look like him and he makes it producer V capping a full afternoon of sun, fun that, while the Pharcyde are humor- who still lives it with drugs, roll life strays from her security quite clear why Alex would risk her up and hijinks for the entire campus. ous, they are not simply naive court alcohol and her twenty-something with Sam, Cholodenko exhibits a relationship with Sam for a taste of While the selection of the Send-O- ff jesteTS.BizarreRidellThePharcyde British rock Ian fine how to im- his even as we are star (Alessandro understanding of youthful vitality, band has become a linchpin for was one of the most captivating Nivola, in his best role since a Face plode healthy relationship. The cringing for the poor cuckold controversy and rumors, California's debuts in hip hop, and certainly a Off). A is as as pair of temporary house movie's direction is obvious from McDormand amazing ever, Pharcyde take to the stage to continue hallmark of the era when gangster guests visit Jane at her home. Fresh the beginning, but that doesn't make striking here an impressive contrast the hip hop flavor that has come to rap and bling-blin- g consumerism out of medical school, her conser- it any less powerful to see Alex and to her uptight, over-protectiv- e, rock dominate Send-Of- f, following in the had only just begun to rise and had vative son Sam his and restless Sam's happiness erode, as their fall loathing mother from Almost footsteps of artists such as De La Soul not become the dominant trend in fiancee Alex Bale and from is with devas- and Beckin-sal- e (Christian grace portrayed Famous. Bale play and Del tha Funkee Homosapien, even hip hop music. Kate Beckinsale, tating realism. very nicely opposite each other, de respectively) Lab-CabinCalifor- though he didn't actually play last Unfortunately, 1995's nia move in while he pursues a resi- The movie's mistakes are glar- spite an unfortunate resemblance to year. did not live up to dency in psychiatric medicine and ing, but don't stand to weaken the Noah Wy le on Bale's part during the In 1992, the fearsome foursome the hype that had been generated by she, the completion of a dissertat- overall impact of the There is scenes depicting his residency. Bale story. ofthe Pharcyde (Slimkid, Fatlip, Booty Bizarre Ride, and it was not the ion. With the clashing of lifestyles obvious, sophomoric symbolism (in waxes anxious with blinding inten Brown and Imani Wilcox) came out of success that many expected from comes the testing of relationships. one scene, for example, Ian wears sity and Beckinsale, whocould easily Cali with their debut album, Bizarre this forward-thinkin- g group. It On the surface, Laurel Canyon the ACDCT-shir- t immortalized on follow Halle Berry and ride her looks RidellThePharcyde.While the rest of seemed that the Pharcyde werecon-demne- d

is quirky-characters-having-wacky-relationsh- just another ips MTV by Butt-hea- d, but in the next it to superstardom, turns in yet another the Cali hip hop scene was going in the simply to remain inde- is modeled by Jane and then later subtly beautiful performance that will gangsta rap direction popularized by name-checked as influences for Ju- pendent film and, for the first 20 shock! the dialogue, surely be forgotten in a year. by Alex) and Death Row Records superstars such rassic 5, Dilated Peoples and Black minutes as the are intro- choice one-liner- s, Anybody who's ever felt heart characters save for three or four as Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre, Eyed Peas, rather than as artists duced and the plot set in motion, the desired. break should be moved by Laurell leaves much to be the Pharcyde took off in a completely themselves. movie comes as flat, and is near-perfe- ct pitch. off boring The movie buoyed by expert Canyon's Thanks different direction. Usingbuoyant beats In fact, up until votingfor Sum- derivative. Ultimately, it all builds camerawork (courtesy of Christo- to a collection of excellent perfor and soulful tuneage as opposed to the mer Send-O- ff occurred, I was towards Lisa pher mances, there is sympathy to be had hard-edge- writerdirector Nolan's cinematographer d funk samples of much of unaware that the Pharcyde were Cholodenko's careful for all the and the commentary Wally Pfister), exact and determined players, ambiguity the Death Row staple, the Pharcyde still performingtogetherasagroup. on fidelity and love. direction on Cholodenko's part of fault and impossibility of blame stood out on production values alone. Last I heard, Fat Lip was releasing LawelCanyon isdeeply fright- making up for her lacking script are two songs in which the movie hits Lyrically, the group injected their indie 12 inches, and the Pharcyde ening in ways similar to last year's and, most importantly, a cast of ex- every note. It is a frightening, com words with a playful vibe and a strong were no more. I am glad to see that About Schmidt. It is that rare movie cellent actors. plex movie of human emotions that dose of wit, infusing their composi- I was wrong, for they should put on 'hat is completely in tune with real Nivola's Ian is as charming as certainly lays drivel like The Hours tions with a searing honesty and an entertaining show on Saturday human emotions. As Alex Coldplay frontman Chris Martin to shame. At the very least, it is truthfulness not seen in the gangster night. Here's hoping that they actu- tempted by the glamorous, carefree he even seems to have been made up refreshing. posturing that was exploding out of ally play, unlike Del last year. 8 The Kenyon Collegian Thursday, April 24, 2003 The Ken yon Colle g ian

Editors-in-Chie- f: Robbie Ketcham, Taryn Myers tt&HirsNttt I NOT TUW IT News Bryan Stokes la& Editor: II TO JUSTUS ON Assistant News Editor: James Lewis THi Features Editor: Isankya Kodithuwakku Opinions Page Editor: Mike Ludders Arts & Entertainment Editors: Andy Neilsen, Lindsay Warner Sports Editor: Jay Helmer Assistant Sports Editor: Liam Haggerty Photo Editor: Amy Gallese Assistant Photo Editor: Kevin Guckes Editorial Assistant: Ariel Ludwig Online Editor: Erin Taylor Business Manager: David Handy Subscriptions Manager: Jaimie Gesler Advisors: Jenny Hedden, P.F. Kluge Hawed electoral rules must be reexamined Good intentions do not always yield good results.

This lesson was driven home this week, as a year-ol- d policy regulating student elections was repeatedly violated, leadingto an electoral fiasco that was not resolved until polls had opened and letters of intent had been released. Phil Hands The legislation that led to this problem seemed simple enough: only one e-m- ail message can be sent advertising the name of a candidate. In 2001 , it was t tj considered by the Campus Senate as one of many electoral changes. It seemed tU io tsis j pj piygeffej lag Those who move on like agood idea Afterall, few people complain about a reduction in the amount biggest part in our attempt to find worthwhile professors (e.g., Kim of allstus they receive. At that time, members of the Senate expressed some BY MATTHEW CASS personal closure is not how much McMullen, Perry Lentz, Ted Ma- reservations, mainly thatanadagainstacandidatecould lead to that candidate's Staff Columnist we can do or cram into these last son and the like). One seems to disqualification. Nonetheless, they were assured that any alleged violation of I'm beginning to hear a lot of few weeks, but how we can make never get tired of doing either of the policy would be investigated, and the legislation passed unanimously. "four years ago" stories lately. that time more lasting for the the two. Senate, it is now clear, should not have approved this so readily. First, Whether delivered drunken, so- people around us. One finds him- My favorite memory, how- Junior Class President candidate Harry Fishleigh was disqual ified because his ber, stoned or straight, they all self constantly looking all around ever, is having the opportunity to friends, without his consent, promoted him by e-m- ail. After this, Fishleigh's seem to ring true to some extent. to discover if he has truly affected interact with the staff and faculty supporters sent e-m- ails with the name of his opponent, Steven Snodgrass, A few of them have been mine, the surrounding environment, or if around me. Folks like Peter which would have disqualified Snodgrass as well. Rather than have a race but not all. the familiar setting has merely af- Smith, Jane Martindell, Jon without candidates, both are now allowed to run. Time has passed. We have fected him. We can assume the Tazewell, Patrick Gilligan, Mary This episode revealsseveral majorflaws in the legislation passed last year. had most of our fun and soon we former, but we also know what Lou Lockard, Cheryl Steele, The legislation assumes that candidates can fully control the use oftheir names, must depart. Nevertheless, I fre- happens when we assume. Joanne Ferguson and Maria which is impossible in a election atmosphere. Allies of a candidate will want quently have found myself wres- What comforts me in the wan- Kohlman to name a few are the to express their support; perhaps some can be dissuaded, but nobody can tling with a question that seems ing few weeks of my Kenyon ca- kind of people who make influence everyone. More dangerous, however, is that this legislation can to be subconsciously on a lot of reer is not the warm fuzzy-nes- s of Kenyon worth the trip. People become a weapon in the hands of a candidate's opponents. They don't have my classmates' minds. Which is my college surroundings, but the like this, fulfill and complete to criticize their opposition; they need only publicly praise this opposition to more difficult coming here or satisfaction of recognizing that I their tasks without our gratitude get the candidate disqualified. leaving? have nearly conquered another gi- and without our recognition a lot Senate was assured alleged violations of this policy would warrant an All of us remember the first ant step along the way. I think of the time. I also think you investigation. Reality has shown that this investigation is too little, too late. Yes, few steps of our personal journey. about what I'm going to take with would be hard-presse- d to find both candidates are now allowed to compete, but the election is fundamentally The packing. The leaving home. me and remember more so than someone who does not enjoy or altered. Fishleigh was not included in the packet of letters of intent The The car ride or plane ride to cam- what I'm going to miss. I enjoy like these people for who they Collegian, believing he was disqualified, did not contact him until it was too pus. The first day. Those seem thinking about who I'm going to are and how they go about their was repeatedly given conflicting accounts late for him to comment. Snodgrass to be memories of every college remember rather than what I'm lives. Personally, I'd like to think candidates lose. of the election. In an election like this, both student's initial experience. Yet going to forget. Basically, I have that I have collected these people e-m-ail Another of the These risks are not limited to regulations. aspect after that, everyone goes off in realized that it is time to stop harp- to some degree; that I will have within 35 feet from 2001 reform was the prohibition of campaign posters any different directions to pursue ing on the negative. The end is them forever. I'd also like to can control this is little as he can control who public computer lab. A candidate their own eventual experiences. coming eventually but, then again, think the opposite. Regardless, e-m- ail a in order to cause sends an an opponent could easily move poster Some engage themselves in so is death, so why bother worry- I am able to conclude that the Such regulation, far from ensuring an honest and is problems for a candidate. music, others in sports. Some ing about the inevitable? sheer joy of their company regulated election, instead only invites corruption. join fraternities or sororities, Some of the things I think what is most important and most Committee will meet today to discuss the future Wisely, the Student Life others cling to their indepen- about are as simple as walking valuable. And I do not regret will contrast these costs with the minimal of this legislation. Hopefully, they dence. Some gradually become down Middle Path to class. I having the chance to experience an inbox a few seconds faster, a more benefits of such legislation opening leaders, while others fall in line. think everyone has taken this for their personalities. regulated campaign environment and come to what seems the most reason- always re- And a few just become over-achiever- s. granted at least once. While Something that able conclusion: the 2001 electoral legislation must be re-exami- ned, revised simple in its nature, it is some- mains poignant in my mind when the and, in some cases, even repealed. We've all been here for the thing that never registers until af- I think about how to reconcile is same amount of time. We've all ter the fact. Another interesting present and past with the future experiance is interacting with the a line from an essay by Andre Office: Chase Tower at the top of Peirce Hall's main stairway gotten the same opportunities: line is as follows: Mailing address: The Kenyon Collegian, Student Activities Center, Gambier, OH 43022. some went abroad, some didn't. ladies at the Bookstore. These Aciman. The let go of Business address: P.O. Box 832, Gambier, OH 43022 As of now, all of that's basically women are all so nice that some- "Not knowing how to E-m- ail than the address: collegiankenyon.edu said and done. That all seems so times I wonder how they manage things was nothing more WWW address: http:archives.kenyon.educollegian how We all seem to hire only extremely nice mirror image of not knowing 427-533- 8, easy for us right now. Phone numbers: (740) 5339 of- I remem- to them when they were The opinion page is a space for members of the community to discuss issues relevant so different, so weathered, so people. cannot help but take to the campus and the world at large. The opinions expressed on this page belong only changed. Yesterday, it was Sep- ber stuff like this. fered." to the writer. Columns and letters to the editor do not reflect the opinions of the difficult le- tember. Today, it is April. And to- Some other memories include Which is more Kenyon Collegian staff. All members of the community are welcome to express I'm not I driving down Yauger road when tting go, or grabbing hold? opinions through a letter to the editors. The Kenyon Collegian reserves the right to morrow it should be May. As but I'm not going to worry edit all letters submitted for length and clarity. The Collegian cannot accept said, time has passed. the weather's nice or writing sure, anonymous or pseudonymous letters. Letters must be signed by individuals, not Ultimately, what will play the worthwhile papers for more-tha- n- about it. organizations, and must be 200 words or less. Letters must also be received no later than the Tuesday prior to publication. The Kenyon Collegian prints as many letters as possible each week subject to space, interest and appropriateness. Members of the editorial board reserve the right to reject any submission. The views expressed in the paper do not necessarily reflect the views of Kenyon College.

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hate-stu- s over "the ninja contro- are not just the Kenyon student body's BY KIRK ALEXANDER amused by being called "stupid" for BY MIKE LUDDERS versy." Quite frankly, even if the paper. We are local news for the Vil- Guest Columnist not liking cheap beer ... especially Opinions Page Editor since I'm not much of a beer man in Collegian doesn't want to weigh lage of Gambier. What reporting we If I had to name the Collegian 's the first place.There's more to humor in on the group of such pledging I think these criticisms are mostly can do we do: Village politics, weather, biggest problem, I'd say that it was than a derogatory tone or a zany topic, events, I think it's worth noting valid. The Collegian right now is rather disaster coverage. Dry information, but that it seems to be run by robots that like "college students like beer." that people on campus think that factual, rather dry and not often filled meaningful to thecommunity in which don't seem to go to school here. I I want to know what people felt it requires a certain level of dumb- with emotion or creative spark. And it students often forget they live. can't remember the last Collegian about the lectures, concerts, perfor- ness to want to parade around in a is not "unfixable." All these points converge around article that sounded like it was pas- mances and events on this College, ninja suit for a week, and that oth- The problem with the qualms the fact that the Collegian is not an- sionate, whether that meant anger and all the Collegian ever gives me is ers disagree. Actually, I think it'd raised by Alexander is that they show other of the seven battling Horn Gal- or laughter. The article on previews, and incomplete previews be worth profiling these ninjas. I deeply personal dissatisfaction while lery magazines, and it does not aim to Kazoochestra seemed to miss all the at that. If the Collegian was my only think it would be worth running avoiding personal responsibility for the be such. Nor is it some student clique irony inherent in the Kazoochestra; way of contacting the pulse at polls to see how people feel. way things are. This reveals a big mis- mouthpiece which will be defined by the tone was more befitting a jello Kenyon, I would know that admis- I understand that the paper can't conception about the nature of this a select few and fold up its flaps the eating contest, something crazy but sions hopes to get more people here cover everything, but I disagree most paper, and who holds the authority second they graduate. not nimcky something standardly next year as if I was secretly ex- weeks with the choice of what was over it. The Collegian is almost as old as weird, and not postmodemly weird. pecting them to want to drop the selected to write about, because most Kirk, you say the Collegian was Kenyon and will outlast any of us on The fact that the Collegian ball but I wouldn't know much of the choices are blah, easy news different three years ago. You were the staff. It's a forum to which every seems to miss the joke and the ur- about the student body. that don't reflect the dynamic and there. You wrote for us. You know that person in the community is welcome gency of Kenyon just leaves the To put it another way, the often eccentric College I know. then there was a working staff of ten to submit and redefine in their own newspaper feeling irrelevant to my Collegian's problem is that in its Okay, there's a concert coming, editors, two assistant editors, four image; in the image of Kenyon and Kenyon experience. For example, current form, allstus and Newscope there's a speaker coming great, copy editors and no fewer than 40 Gambier at the moment in time it ap- a large part of my experiences re- defeat its entire purpose for exist- Newscope told me; how do people frequent writers. The picture today pears and gets folded into the archives. cently have been at the senior art and ence. Newscope lists events more feel about them? Agreat example of is very different. There are no copy This paper is a living record of student music shows, but nowhere does it often, and with more events in- this problem was the book reviews: editors, no squadron of news writ- journalism and of the events that de- mention them. Quite frankly, I was cluded, than does the Collegian, so On tlie Road and Fear and Loath- ers and interviewers. No layout fine our years. Right now, the record a little curious about why the man the Collegian isn't necessary for ing in Las Vegas are, above all else, people. No croppers. People will speaks of apathy. It speaks of a cam- Jello Biafra noted as Kenyon 's "one news, and if you want student opin- stylish books meant to intoxicate and write for Sports, so that takes up half pus full of zesty, imaginative, disci- true punk," the man with a mohawk ion, you need to check out allstus. not necessarily inform and the the paper. People will write for A&E plined writers, who prefer to write in and a clothespin through his nose, The allstu has it's problems ... but plot-summa- ry reviews missed the and some weeks for Opinions. But political and art magazines, rather than Ian Higgins, did nothing but serene the allstu at least gets at the heart of point entirely. Newspapers are meant look at who by and large writes the in the school paper. portraits ofseniors for his senior ex- student debates and opinions. to be objective, but they aren't meant rest: nearly nobody. This is the story we are writing, ercise. The Collegian has long since to be dead. It is ironic that most of the and I'm not saying it's a bad one. That I know that I said I wouldn't forgotten about the athletic center When there's so little exciting changes you would like to see would is not my call to make. attack specific articles, but it should that is being built, but students news in a place like this, you can find their remedy in the Features sec- You seem like you want to keep be noted that the Collegian has tried haven't there was recently an- either cover it in an exciting way, or tion. Take a good look at the Fea- this alive, as a more complete paper: to write funny articles before, but other debate about whether we need you can find alternative news. Does tures sections in the last two months. one with character and scope and in- they all sort of ... fizzle. There was it or even want it, and there were the Collegian do either of these? Not One person writes, edits, lays out, vention. an Opinions column a few weeks articulate views on both sides ex- as far as I can see. Which is a shame prints copy for and pastes the entire Okay. Make it so. This is the first back about beer that I assume was pressed. Fraternity issues never go ... but that's not something that is section more often than not. One point-counterpoi- nt in seven years. You meant to be funny but I'm not away look at the recent spate of unfixable, or that was unavoidable. Person. One sixteenhundreth of and I have just made progress in chang- Kenyon is willing to put her pen ing the Collegian. Our Collegian. In small places, signs of the world to come where your mouth is. What do you Kenyon 's Collegian. expect of one person attempting to I can think of no better affir- rect of the African Union. They informed these disciplines BY MIKE LUDDERS command do everything you want done every mation of the honest criticism lev- The successor body to the de- with the same stories they used to Opinions Page Editor single week of the school year? She is eled here than to work and see your funct for African Unity, the imagination, and they Organization delight not paid. She and a few others need proposals made into reality. This is Burundi is a tiny, unstable the AU proclaims the solidarity and encouraged mental readiness fof the help of articulate people like you our opportunity. Delight in it. If and largely unknown nation in a pan-Afric- an politic. goal their imagined world even as they of Their to keep this ship afloat so that this town people listen to this exchange, it is the wet core Africa, alive is and put the full force of their rehetoric of kept economic engagement, peace can have a paper. my highest hope we will see each by the a a and to bolster the newborn bounty of midsized lake security, and the creation of charity That's another salient point. We other next year in the tower. and the will of the international borderless and unified Africa. This United Nations. community; more useful as a new action shows that the AU is start- This connection brings our punchline for political pundits ing to stand on its own. That it is on story full circle; as it is the UN and than a as significant state. Its the path to becoming the superior the postwar "one world" ideals Vazquez ducks issues, facts people want for the most basic of state to the European Union. which conceived of, funded and de- Editor, things and most still hide from The European Union mean- fended the emerging regional coun- Eric Vazquez denounces me because I said the film Gaza Strip "focuses hyenas at mud while, made news last week by ex- cils. The European Union, the Eco- night, behind on Palestinian sufferings entirely without reference to the Palestinian terror- walls. panding its borders by seven thou- nomic and Social Commission for ism which largely brought them about." To him this shows "the lengths of Nonetheless, Burundi may sand square miles and incorporat- Asia and the Pacific, the OAU and rhetoric to which supporters of the Israeli government are willing to extend be remembered as the place ing ten new states from the old So- the Organization of the Islamic themselves" (lengths? rhetoric?) because I didn't say that terrorism was caused where the new world order fi- viet East. The European Union Conference were all formed and all by "colonization and systematic dispossession of the Palestinians" by Zion- nally began to solidify. now truly represents a continent, met under UN auspices, and do their ists. Also, by calling Palestinian terrorism "Palestinian terrorism," I am say- This week, the first and is a few logistical steps ahead work even now with the blessing ing that "all Palestinians are accountable for the acts of individuals." planeload of soldiers from a of the Asia-Pacif- ic Economic Alli- and financial support of the Gen- To the extent that there is an argument in this fine froth of denunciation, 3,500-stron- g force landed in the ance and the Organization of eral Assembly. "arch-conservativ- ("ethnocentric bias," e," "almost racist"), I would reply 1) capital of Bujumbura, their mission American States. Thus, even if, as many now that to sum up the efforts ofJewish people to preserve themselves from perse- is to keep the peace and oversee a It looks like we are on our way predict, the UN proves a failed ex- cution and genocide in the past century as "colonialism and systematic dis- transition of power between local to a world of regional super states. periment and disbands, the experi- possession" goes beyond one-sidedn- ess to malice; and 2) that for anyone Tutsi and Hutu administrations. By the time my graduating class re- ment will have yielded a whole who, like Vazquez, claims to be for a two-sta-te solution, the beginning of Their goal is to halt a tribal war turns for our 20 year reunion, a po- family of live and growing politi- intellectual honesty is to remember that Israel offered a generous two-sta-te Wore it spills over into genocide; litical map of the world will most cal organisms. These new alliances, solution at Camp David in 2000 (all of Gaza and over 90 of the West Bank) a tragic and familiar pattern in likely look like a Foursquare court. which are not alliances really but and that the democratically elected Palestinian leadership not only rejected it postcolonial Africa. Africa and Southeast Asia will be incorporations, are now showing and made no counter-offe-r, but began a suicide bombing campaign (all sup- These soldiers are neither centers of power and progress to ri- us their strength in ways we can- ported heavily by public opinion). And if Vazquez thinks it is "Zionist" to say Tutsi or Hutu. They are not nation- val our own. It is not only possible, not ignore. that the movement's choice of terrorism is the cause of Palestinian suffering 's of a neighboring country or it is happening. To think: we may have just since Camp David, he needs to argue with Abu Mazen, the new Palestinian mercenaries hired by an interested Alongside the mythical "cor- witnessed the old order start to un- prime minister, who has said about the same thing in his critique of the "mili- faction, nor are they UN peacek- porate empires" order, this map has ravel in Burundi. As we once did in tarization" of the second intifada. eepers. been the one most commonly drawn Serbia. As we once did in Connecti- Finally, a word of advice to all young demagogues-in-trainin- g. If you The force is a blend of South in science fiction literature. Bradbury, cut. As we will always see in the are going to drop the big one, the charge of racism, don't try to qualify it with African, Mozambique and Ethio- Asimov and all the first giants of the smallest places, where the largest a weaselly "almost." It's like trying to put a tutu on a salt water crocodile. pian martial charity. The first co- genre were no slouches when it came games consistently begin. Fred Baumann hesive security team under the di to political science and social theory. See you in twenty years. Professor of Political Science 10 The Kenton Collegian FEATURES Thursday, April 17, 2003 New Hospice chapter adds reach to student service work

ing grief are unable to share or ex- my Kenyon experience." BY ALAINA BAKER press their grief to others without Hospice of Knox County's Be- Staff Writer the fear of being pushed away," reavement and Grief Coordinator called the on-camp- McMurn "a Some us groups, be Gardner said. "Our own fear of Phil group at they activist, service, social or per- death drives us to pretend death Godsend. They came a critical time for the development of Camp formance, seem to be everywhere, A doesn't happen, even when this vocally and publicly proclaiming 3 means not reaching out to those Hope .. .They came in with compas- their goals. Others, however, seem who have lost a loved one. We just sionate hearts and they really care to fly under the radar of the rest of want to pretend that everything is about the children and the Hospice campus. One such group is Kenyon okay. When I first got involved with philosophy." McMurn noted that the Friends of Hospice. Outside of the Angel Talk and Camp Hope, I was Angel Talk sessions could not exist Kenyon community, however, this terrified. I quickly learned, how- without the students' contributions, listen- include not only planning, at- organization is making a difference ever, that a lot of love and a which ing ear is enough." tending, and facilitating the sessions, in the lives of many. - - r, , to be service but also attending workshops and Hospice of Knox County, with "I get a chance of extra training to develop new activi- whom the campus group is associ- to people," said Ifeoluwapo Eleyinafe, another sophomore who is involved ties and topics. "I owe them many ated, is a non-prof- it, non-religiou- sly Courtesy ot Hospice thanks," he said. "I just can't repay in-ho- with the project. "I believe we're put affiliated agency that offers me kids who took in Camp Hope, service to God them for all they've done." care to people with termi- Hospice members relax with some part on this earth to be of In order to work with the group, nal illnesses who have made the ers about the needs of bereaved bodies, and then trace each other and and our fellow men." Gin- an extensive interview and lots of decision to live their final days kids. If society weren't so weird color their outlines in. We discussed According to sophomore volun- training are required. "The work is comfortably, and provides ser- about death, these kids might not how they felt similar pain," said ger Baran, another Hospice a sensitive nature . . . We can vices for the bereaved. The feel isolated." Underwood. "Projects like this help teer, "Working with Hospice has of very is im- the to help kids only have people who are comfort- Kenyon organization focuses ex- In the fall, the group helped to us to normalize grief, which given me chance pro- times. These kids able with death and bereavement," plicitly on the needs of bereaved organize the annual Camp Hope, a portant. Grieving is a lifelong through difficult and giving them a said Underwood. "Also, it requires children, hosting support groups and three-da- y retreatat offering support cess." are so strong, know chance to talk and work through their a significant time commitment,' as retreat camps for kids who suffer groups and fun activities. Held at "Often a child will not the have multiple needs. Some 4--H a loved losses teaches me a lot they inspire kids significant loss. Camp Ohio, a facility about anyone else who has lost is so great about our work of them may exhibit anxiety, depres- Kenyon Friends of Hospice half an hour from Gambier, Camp one," said sophomore Rachel me. What is that it brings all generations together. sion or post-trauma- tic stress disor- was founded this past fall by sopho- Hope also offered horseback riding Gardner, who helps moderate Angel find a sup- Forming bonds with and learning der. They need constant support, and more Jen Underwood, who is the and ropes courses. The first retreat Talk. "At Angel Talk, they where they can from little kids and elderly people at are often adjusting to a family dy- group's president. For her work with accommodated 23 children and portive environment others who the same time has deeply enriched namic affected by loss." this group and past work with the teenagers. Due to its initial success, talk about their loss with Hotmeals program, Underwood next year's Camp Hope will be ex- have had similar experiences. They it is okay to be was recognized on Honors Day with panded to provide for 40 kids, rang- find affirmation that

8-- 16 or all three. They the Humanitarian Award. ing from years old. sad, angry, happy to share memo- Underwood and the other stu- In addition to the yearly re- have the opportunity of their loved one. dents in the group are working to com- treat, the group also provides a net- ries and stories about body re- bat the loneliness and other compli- work of support groups titled "An- They also learn they may be cated emotions that often accompany gel Talk," where kids and teenag- sponses to grief that such as headaches, a child's loss of a parent or caregiver. ers meet once a month in the Church experiencing, and panic attacks." Send-Off- "Working with Hospice gives me of the Holy Spirit. Meetings comprise sleeplessness What are your plansfor Summer ? activi- Students working with Hospice the satisfaction of knowing that I'm a mix of talking and concrete meet- gained much from the providing support to kids who need ties, such as art projects. "At one have talk experience."Death is so stigmatized it," said Underwood. "I have the op- ing, we encouraged the kids to in their in our society that people experienc- - portunity to learn and educate oth-- about where they feel pain - the campus "Make sure all the first-years Samosas spice up V don't destroy themselves and hopefully make a fool of myself BYNHUTRUONG . '4 Phillip Ross '03 StaffWriter

Thinking of a little taste of South Asia in Gambier? The 100 samosas made last Friday at the Crozier Cen- ter would have not just enticed your itummies to grumble but also filled "Act a doggone fool and forget you up with the fun time that 25 stu- about the tons of projects 1 have dents, teachers and their children had due the following week. at the culinary workshop organized Milina Murphy '05

Or-jganizat- by the South Asian Multicultural ion for Student Awareness (SAMOSA) as part of the Asian

I Awareness Month. Samosas are delectable Indian 'J, 3 I "Explore the inner space between pastry dumplings of triangular shape our synapses while cruising the www.kabobs.com with different kinds of fillings. In In- cosmos of the Pharcyde Uni Samosas are a popular delicacy throughout South Asia. dia, street pushcarts and roadside ven- verse. to do while listening to y, region. "something dors often sell them to passers-b- more concentrated on one Richard Slaughter '06 music with your friends," according who enjoy the tasty treats. Currently with around 30 members and Justin Lacaillade '06 to Samuel. The festival will also in As the first event put up by in it, the organization is, as Samuel 3 elude several activities the group -- SAMOSA, the workshop had a put it, "getting the ball rolling." i A .. wishes to remain suprising. healthy turnout. "I was very happy Along wiith, ASIA, SAMOSA the Asian SAMOSA seeks to work side about the turnout," said senior Richa is organizing the events for contributing by side with other multicultural or Jha, who is co-president of Awareness Month by ganizations on campus. "We want SAMOSA, "and about how much two activities of its own, the Samosa ASIA and IbAK, upcom-ing"Hol- i: to work with Vernon." people truly enjoyed it." making workshop and the "Climbing Mount Samuel said. "SAMOSA is not es '03 is a student organi Indian Civil of Color," one Satoshi Yamada SAMOSA other activities to grace the tablished to compete against zation that was introduced to the cam- of many new 1 Climbed multicultural groups, but create an Ml. Vcinon and Ted Samuel Summer Send-O- ff this year. r pus this year by Jha f Send-Of- f, awareness of Asian culture together V Dedicating itself to the promo At the Summer '05. in activi- "We welcome anyone interested tion of South Asian awareness, SAMOSA will have fun South Asia Samuel said. It is a lot By Sarah Burson SAMOSAdiffers from other cultural ties to be done with water balloons, tattoos as of fun." organization is on campus in that it is lots of paints and henna Thursday, April 24, 2003 FEATURES The Kenyon Collegian 11 Cushing awarded Fulbright Bud Welch to speak BY - . : ISANKYA KODITHUWAKKU t- ; BYC.E. MILLER Features Editor Staff Writer What "Rage to " Bud Welch was a farmer and ser- This fall, Kristina Cushing vice station owner when his daughter Reconciliation" '03 will be enjoying the cool am- Julie was lost in the Oklahoma City When: Tonight, 7:30 p.m. ber ales and bratwurst sausages anti-dea- bombing. He is now an th pen- . I " Austro-German- ic cultures are that 'l 'J, alty activist," read the posters that ad- Where Philo famous for at Oktoberfest. How 4 - - vertise the speaker being brought in by Cfi .. did she come across the opportu- Amnesty International. Welch will be death, it won't help me in the healing a nity of lifetime? presenting a lecture entitled "Rage to process. People talk about executions is a Cushing the recipient of Reconciliation." bringing closure. But how can there be in Fulbright Fellowship Austria. "Welch is part an organization closure when little girl is never com- ' " of my This coming she will be a . year, v called Murder Victims Families for Rec- ing back? I finally realized that the death Fulbright U.S. Teaching Assistant onciliation (MVFR) family members penalty is all about revenge and hate, and at the Austrian equivalent a of ofpeople who have been murdered who revenge and hate are why Julie Marie a high school, paid position continue to be against the death penalty," and 167 others are dead." through the Austrian American Amy Gallese Kristina Cushing will be teaching high school students in Austria, said sophomore Claudia Masko, a co-facilita- tor "Welch will bring an interesting per- Educational Commission of Amnesty International spective," Masko said "because he has Commission. Kristina a month before most high ros ($987). This is, of course, af-- Fulbright nearly (A.I.), which is the organization bring- suffered through the death of his daugh- will 1600 pre- the chance to ter her Social Security and health follow the path of schools, giving her ing Welch to the College. "A.I. is against ter, Julie, in the Oklahoma City bomb- at school before benefits have been covered, giv- vious English teaching assistants work her home the death penalty in all cases, seeing it ing, yet he still does not believe in the dental and and is ecstatic. the start of its summer vacation. ing her complementary as a violation of basic human rights," death penalty." in Aus- "I've thought a lot about Although she would not call medical visits while she's she said. Welch said that the execution of is pro- tria. teaching high school students as herself fluent, she decidedly Welch says he speaks out against McVeigh was an assisted suicide and a a is an After considering having a lot profession for quite while," ficient. She already assistant the death penalty because oftwo people, makes him a martyr to those who share said in teacher at leading of free time but no free money, she Cushing, a double major (A.T.) Kenyon, his daughter and his grandfather. his beliefs. He believes that this execu- German to a and History. She hopes evening classes with beginning hopes secure second job Welch's grandfather arrived in Okla- tion will lead to his supporters trying to to into teaching students. She also tutors this year through the U.S. Embassy in Aus- either go directly homa in 1892 and was very much avenge him. "We should ask ourselves: after the fellowship or perhaps go at the Wiggin Street Elementary tria. Her senior history thesis was against capital punishment "He had per- How much killing and how much re- to graduate school to earn another School. Last year, she went abroad on how cultural imperialism sonal memories of executions without venge are we prepared to live through?"-h- e German degree, which would al- to Vienna, further accrueing brought democracy to Austria, se- trial tolerated by corrupt sheriffs and wrote on the website low her to teach high school stu- knowledge of the German lan- curing its place on the safe side Iynchings of innocent people by rivals consistentlife.org. dents, possibly in her home town guage and some cultural insight, of the Iron Curtain from 1945-5- 5. who wanted their land," said Welch. Just two years after the bombing, of Holliston, Mass. She has al- which should help come next fall. If possible, she would like to ex- His daughter Julie was a 23 year-ol- d Welch went to meet Bill McVeigh, Timo- ready been a substitute high The fellowship itself will con- amine the Soviet counterparts to employee ofthe Social Security Ad- thy McVeigh's father. The two men have school teacher there, as the sist of 12 paid hours of assistancy the Western documents she exam- ministration when she was killed in the since become good friends. Kenyon academic year ends per week, netting around 900 Eu- - ined to write her thesis. bombing of the federal building. After Welch believes that the abolition of she was killed, Welch decided to speak the death penalty is another step in so- out publicly against capital punishment cial change in America. "We moved My You "It's my way of honoring her memory. from abolishing slavery to granting America: Honk if Love Buddha director to speak Many members of the families of the women the right to vote to passing civil Tonight, Academy Award nominated filmmaker Renee Tajima-Pen- a will present a lecture titled "My America." bombing victims think like me," he said. rights laws," Welch wrote. "We finally Tajima-Pen- a is the director of such renowned films like the 1989 Oscar nominated Who Killed Vincent Chin? and "They tell me so, but refuse to repeat it made these necessary social changes, and Sundance Film Festival Winner My America: Honk If You Love Buddha which she directed and wrote. in public. They're afraid of not being we must take the next step with the death Tajima-Pen- a has always been very outspoken about her opinion of Asians living in America. As a teen- understood. I am their voice." penalty." she ager, remembers wondering whether to go into the bathroom marked "Blacks" or the one marked "Whites." Welch has given talks and written Welch will present his lecture to- As a result of this, she embarked on a cross-country road trip with just one cast member, Vincent Chin. They numerous articlesconcerning the execu- night in Philomathesian Lecture Hall at recorded the opinions of different Asians on what they felt was their position in American society. tion ofTimothy McVeigh, who was con- 730 p.m. Tajima-Pen- a is someone who promotes Asian awareness in America," said ASIA president, Ted Samuel victed of the bombing in Oklahoma '05. "This is why we of her as part the thought bringing down of Asian Awareness Month." City. He has defended the position that KENYON STUDENTS! The lecture is sponsored by student organization ASIA and a number of academic departments. The the McVeigh's execution would never $12.25 Base-App- t. lecture will be at 730 p.m. in Higley Auditorium. bring back any of the people he killed, FTPT Customer ServiceSales but he did not always feel this Philipsborn to host Aviary Open House at the BFEC way. No D2D or telemarketing When he first heard about Mc Veigh's This Sunday the Brown Family Environmental Center (BFEC) will host an Aviary Open House from 2 to Conditions exist, must be 1 8 capturre, he said his reaction was, "I 4 p.m. The event, originally to be presented by Assistant Professor of Biology Robert Mauck, will now be Will train didn't even want a trial. I just wanted hosted by Kenyon senior Jon Philipsborn. Internshi psS cholarships! him fried. The new Aviary Open House is a result of the BFEC acquiring an old bam with a small parcel of land. The aviary, Call (740) 366-699- 3 "But after a rime," he continued, will temporarily hold birds as Mauck and Kenyon students observe certain aspects of their behavior. The birds are not www.workforstudents.com "I was able to examine my conscience harmed in any way and will be returned to their natural environment within a short amount of time. and I realized that if McVeigh is put to In spite of the fact that Mauck will not be able to present the event, BFEC manager Inese Sharp assures that it won't make the event any less interesting. "Jon has been working closely with Professor Mauck this semester in helping to set up the aviary," she said. " Therefore, it will be a special treat to have Jon there for our opening to talk about all those experience and especially for our students to hear about such interesting projects from one of their own." Kenyon Equestrian team holds their annual open barn Last weekend, the Kenyon Esquestrian team held their annual

I Open Bam. It was an opportunity for the Ladies to "strut our stuff," as sophomore Blythe Phillips said, "and to show the Kenyon community that we exist." The day included a raffle with the prize of riding lessons and an expo ofthe the team's riding skills. Amazing A The event also included a jumping UJhal expo by three of the team's seniors. Btxrm Room UJU1 CsZo!d... The other interesting event was a Now hew you going to gat It all home? 'Gamblers' Run," in which each rider an Bring it to Pak Mail... we 'U pack it, box it, and ship it! was 45 seconds to clear as given We specialize in packing and shipping computers. many dif- of the jumps each given - ' i ,- - , . Tl ferent t 1558 Coshocton Avenue point values as they could. Brown 3!"T-'- Whitney Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Spectactators were given the Junior Victoria Steen clears a jump during the Open Barn oppor- 740.392.6243 IAJgrl tunity to bet on riders. We Ship An thing. Anywhere.' 12 The Kenyon Collegian Thursday, February 24, 2003 iversions(5) I 1 TZ-- 1L JL , w

Aprzl 24-3- 1 r Ahead... Worship fr This Tonight Symphony and Choir Night Concert: Knox County Symphony Hillel Pizza and Movie and Community Choir Film: High Fidelity Week Rosse Hall

Hillel House 8-- 10 p.m. 7- - 9 p.m. KFS Movie Night Foe 7 Have Been" Film: You can Count on Me Friday Epworth United Methodist Lecture by Professor of Art John Higley Auditorium Garhart Dale Sutton, Pastor 8-- 9 p.m. Vespers Olin Gallery Epworth UMC, Gambler Art Combined Episcopal Roman Catholic 7:30-8:3- 10:15 a.m. 0 p.m. Church of the Holy Spirit Monday 5 p.m. Harcourt Parish Gig Shabbat Episcopal Eucharist Friday Iazz Rev. Stephen Carlsen, Rector Ensemble Hillel House Concert: Jazz Church of the Holy Spirit Ending the Week in Song Rosse Hall 6 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Concert: Five voice students 8- - 9 p.m. COMPUNE Brandi Recital Hall Hii.i.el Movie 3-- 4 Episcopal prayer p.m. Film: Hannah's War Saturday KFS Movie Night Hillel House Pom an Catholic Mass Church of the Holy Spirit You Can Count on Me 10 p.m. Film: 9- - 11 p.m. Fr. Ted Thomas, St. Vincent's Higley Auditorium Church of the Holy Spirit 8- - 10 p.m. Tuesday 5:30 p.m. Tuesday Stargazing with Shutt Yom Hashoah and program BFEC Community Series: CnMMnfj Hour Chemistry service Sponsored by Hillel Spring Sky, with Associate Professor of Lecture: Anthony Serianni, professor Sunday Peirce Lounge English Tim Shutt of chemistry, Notre Dame Fjpst Ppfsrytfrian Church BFEC Tomsich 101 7 p.m. Mount Vernon 9:30-10:3- 0 p.m. 1 1 a.m. -- Noon 8:30 & 11 a.m. A Taste Asia of Potter's House Global Cafe Wednesday Non-denominatio- Saturday Snowden nal Andre Ballard, Pastor Episcopai. Eucharist KFS Movie Night 6- - 7 p.m. Horn Gallery Church of the Holy Spirit Fiim: Six Degrees of Separation Rang the Drum... 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Higley Auditorium Concert: Percussion Ensemble

8-- 10 p.m. Rosse Hall 7- - 8 p.m. Sunday Sports Schedule Ragfi. Brunch Wednesday Hillel House Harpsichord Concert: Liam Singer '03, harpsichord Women's LAX 1- - 2 p.m. Brandi Recital Hall vs. Oberlin Rmns AT THE BFEC Sat 4:15-5:1- 5 p.m. Community Series Women's soccer field BFEC KFS, MnviF. Night Noon Aviary Open House, with Film: The Devil's Backbone Ob ?S in CMlege Jonathon Philipsborn '03 Higley Auditorium BFEC wision 10:15 p.m. -- Midnight 2- - 4 p.m. Men's LAX Wed. vs. Wittenberg McBride Field Sat vs. Denison 4:30p.m. McBride Field Fraternities - Sororities - Student Groups lp.m. Earn $l,000-$2,00- 0 this semester with a proven CampusFundraiser 3 hour fundraising event. Our programs make fundraising easy with no Baseball- - risks. Fundraising dates are filling quickly, so Sat vs. Denison A r--- get with the program! It works. Contact McCloskey Field 1p.m. CampusFundraiser at (888) 923-323- 8, or visit www.campusfundraiser.com Thursday, April 24, 2003 SPORTS The Kenyon Collegian 13 Softball teams gets roughed up in a gaunlet ofgames

Ladies Softball suffers with five losses to match their single win and looks forward to next, match at Wooster

3-- 0 a per- BY JAMES ROSENBLUM game one and snapped five-gam- Staff Reporter sonal e losing streak. Game two saw the Ladies After a much-neede- d week of get off to another fast start in the rest after tough losses against second, as Glaeser led off with a Muskingum and Denison, the La- gap double and- - first baseman dies returned to the field looking Meredith Farmer '05 chased her to right the ship. The week started home to give the Ladies a 1-- 0 out fine, with a convincing 3-- 0 lead. Then the Bishops pro- shutout against the Ohio Wesleyan ceeded to get to Foy early and of- Battling Bishops, a tough NCAC ten. One of four Ladies errors led foe. However, the good start did not to three Bishop runs in the third predicate into success down the that would give OWU a lead they road, as the Ladies dropped their would never relinquish. The La- next five contests and the bats fell dies tacked on another run late, silent again. The slide dropped the but it would not be nearly enough

8-- Ladies to 21 overall (4-- 6 NCAC), as OWU downed the Ladies 6-- 2, n5i: and a campaign that started out earning the split from their con- with the Ladies sporting hopes of ference foe out in Delaware; a top finish in the NCAC has now The Ladies needed to keep been dashed, as the Ladies have their winning ways on Saturday, JU-.c- S, ' l lost five in a row and 13 of their when they met the Allegheny u,. A f, ' - .... I m ...,.... last 15 games. Gators in Meadville, Penn. How- Timely hitting has been key ever, the bats once again fell si- for this team during the year, and lent at the hands of Allegheny this was apparent when the Ladies pitcher Giannina Coccaro '06. traveled to Ohio Wesleyan last The first-year sensation shut Kevin Guckes Wednesday for a match against the down the Ladies, literally. De- Sophomore Dana Halicki drives a pitch into right field in a game this week. Battling Bishops. These games spite having opportunities, with were must-win- s for the Ladies, five walks given up by Coccaro, fortunately, the Gators foe Otterbein came to Kenyon '03 and Vicky Ross '04 led to two of- a Otterbein runs and a 2-- 1 lead. The since they struggled against the Ladies were no-h- it for the jumped on Foy early and to play rescheduled match Denison and Hiram in previous first time this season. The ten, touching her for five canceled from earlier in the Ladies threatened in the seventh but weeks. buzzsaw for the Gator staff runs in the first three innings. year. Acting as the away team, could not score, as pinch hitter Game one featured a pair of struck out nine Ladies, including The Ladies bats could not re- the Ladies played their hearts Farmer struck out to end the game unearned runs scored by the La- center fielder Diegel '05, Foy cover in time and, when the out against a deep and talented and Otterbein won 2-- 1. dies in the third inning, as and third baseman Olivia Tucci dust settled, the Ladies Cardinals squad. The Cards then started early on OWU's Defense was shoddy. A '06 twice. dropped game two 8-- 3. With a scoreless game in Halicki in game two. Struggling passed ball by OWU catcher As for scoring, the Gators Using a jumbled the top of the sixth, the Ladies with her control, Otterbein touched Abby Moore '06 allowed got all they would need from an lineup in game two, Head tallied a crucial run. Halicki her for five runs in what would prove Kenyon left fielder Dana Halicki RBI double from first baseman Coach Joanne Ferguson walked and moved to second on to be an insurmountable lead. Despite 5-- '05 to move up after a single. An Jessica Monti '04 and a sacrifice looked to increase produc- a sacrifice by Diegel. With Foy Halicki and Foy combining to go 6 6-- error by OWU forced in Halicki fly from Coccaro that gave the tion by inserting catcher at the plate, Halicki broke for with two RBI, the Ladies fell 2 and

1-- 2-- third and the Ladies got a break suffered their fifth consecutive loss. to make the score 0. Gators a 0 lead, which would Leslie Carroll in the number

3-- as ian With all these setbacks behind Another clutch RBI by sec- swell to 0 before it was done. two slot, and dropping Otterbein Catcher Jill Al- Stanley threw the ball into them, the Ladies hope to improve as no-hitt- '06 ond baseman Jenny Glaeser '06 The er spoiled yet another Diegel down to seventh.

2-- the coming week concludes the regu- allowed the Ladies to create a 0 strong performance by Foy, who though nine runs were pro- left field and Halicki scored to lead. That would be plenty for allowed only seven hits and two duced, run support came make it a 1- -0 lead for the La- lar season. Following senior day on ace Sam Foy '03, who was mas- earned runs. mainly from a two-ru- n homer dies. The Cardinals came storm- Wednesday against Wittenberg, the terful, allowing only five hits In game two, the teams com- by Glaeser. ing back in the next inning. Ladies take on Wooster twice on the over seven innings. When all was bined for 21 hits and saw an out- The stretch got no easier Consecutive doubles by Carrie road on Saturday. Both games start said and done, the Ladies took burst compared to game one. Un- - in the last week, when OAC DeSimpalaere '03, Cari Dean at 1 p.m. Golf puts its way into 12th at Wooster Invitational The Lords beat Oberlin by 32 shots at the tournement 693 to 725; Greg Bristol turns in best Men's score BY ERIC FITZGERALD expose your short game deficien- than O'Hara's target score at specifically our putting, is the Ohio Wesleyan Invitational. Staff Reporter cies. This is why we scored as high Wooster, so all five spaces area that we must spend the ma- "At OWU, we are looking to as we did." are there for the taking this jority of our practice time," play two solid rounds," O'Hara Destined to finish 12th in ev- Sophomore Greg Bristol week. O'Hara said. "I have read that said. "Where we finish is not as im- ery tournament in which they com- turned in the team's lowest score, "We have played some 56 of your shots are from 100 portant as playing as good as we can pete, the Kenyon Golf team posted 166, which landed him in 39th very good qualifying rounds, yards and closer, so I have tried play and posting a good team total. its fourth straight 12th place finish place. After shooting an 85 on which shows me that we are to stress to our players that we Oakhaven is similar to Apple Val- at the Wooster Invitational, April the tournament's opening day, capable of shooting some must spend 56 of our practice ley, so we should feel a little more 18-1- 9. Bristol returned to the course lower numbers," O'Hara time on those areas." at ease while we're competing. I The team score of 693 was 73 Saturday ready to fire the teams said. "I realize we will have This weekend, when the would like us to make a good show- shots behind tournament champion lowest score. Bristol's Saturday a little tournament slippage, Lords travel to Oak Haven Golf ing at OWU, which will boost our Muskingum College's 620. On a score of 81 boosted his team- but sometimes our scores in Course, they will seek the elu- confidence for the following week's brighter left con- note, the Lords mates' individual scores. tournaments are niuch higher sive non-12t- h place finish at the NCAC tournament." ference rival Oberlin College in a Sophomore Jonathan Ses- than they should be. I con- trail of their dust, beating the Yeo- sions was the only other Lord to tribute some of that to our in- tody's men by 32 shots. finish in the top 50. The Lords' experience andor nervous- Restaurant Coach Bob O'Hara believes lineup also included juniors An- ness and some of it to the dif- 109 S. Main Street r.L Ucrnon the team could have played better. drew Heroy and Charles Denby ferent styles or more difficult "The scores were higher than any- and sophomore Jon Echlin. golf courses we play during TJa!ic-U- p late!" one including other teams ex- Despite disappointing per- tournaments." pected for the nice weather we formances at recent tournaments, As the Lords have driven "DrcatfastScrcedAIIDayr had," he said. "Wooster Country O'Hara will stick to his strategy the ball well, O'Hara thinks Honday-Saturda- y Club is a difficult course, with of qualifying rounds to deter- the secret to the team's suc- G am-- 3 pm small undulating greens and tight mine the tournament lineup. No cess is closer to the hole. am-3p- m driving areas. It is a course that will Lord golfer fired a score lower "From 100 yards and in, Sunday 0 14 1 he Kenton Collegian Thursday, April 24, 2003 Senior led Lords Track team shines at All-Oh- io Hildebrand brings home individual championship; Cabrera named NCAC Athlete of the Week BY LIAM HAGGERTY "Men's Middle Distance Run- Staff Reporter ner of the Week," citing his performance at the All-Ohi- o Seniors Ben Hildebrand and Championships. Matt Cabrera shared the spotlight Another senior who com- for the Kenyon Lords Track team - ' - - peted at the championships in v-- ; i:W; p- v- r-- - this week. The team competed in r a Lords uniform was Baird. the Division III All-Oh- io Champi-..onship- s, Running in the 3,000 meter which were held at two steeplechase, things went from separate locations last Friday and bad to worse as Baird, who was Saturday. The opening day of the already running off his normal meet was held at Otterbein Col- pace, fell on a barrier about lege, and the final the day races two-thir- ds through the race. were held at Ohio Wesleyan Uni- Despite all that, Baird still fin- versity. Putting up a total of 22 ished in third place overall with team points, the Lords placed 10th A a time of 9:41.66. "It took a lot in a field of 19 teams, the highest jjy of guts to get up and finish as placing of any team from the well as he did," said Cabrera. . MA, NCAC, as the Lords beat out con- Other strong performances ference rivals Denison and the by Lords runners came from College of Wooster. P.J. Bumsted and fresh- -- junior Hildebrand ran in the 10,000 i man Rich Bartholomew. meter race. It wasthe first time he Bumsted's time of 1:57.62 in 1 : has competed in this event during the 800 meter run earned him a the current outdoor season. Wast- 10th place spot. After breaking Owen Lourie ing no time, Hildebrand separated two minutes for the first time himself from the rest of the pack Senior Matt Cabrera runs near the head of head of the pack at the All-Oh- io meet. last season, Bumsted shaved and never looked back. He coasted two more seconds off his per- So victory with a winning time of sonal best mark with this week's 31:56.91, which was nearly a be the race of his college career." ger and Sam Nigh also had "good with a calf injury, spoke in a more performance. Bartholomew, run- minute quicker than Brad A few other Lords joined debuts," according to Cabrera. general sense about Cabrera's sea- ning in the 1,500 meter race, Geletka's 32:44.73, the second-plac- e Hildebrand in the 10,000 meter, Running a 34:55.50, Geiger placed son, saying, "Cabrera keeps chisel- finished in 4:16.00, which time from the Baldwin and Cabrera said of the group's 14th. Placing 24th was Nigh with ing away at his 5,000 personal earned him an 11th place fin- Wallace runner. It was a race that, performance, "I think that the a time of 36:36.71. record. His recent performances and ish. according to senior teammate 10,000 was a good race for every- In the 3,000 meter race, work ethic should give him confi- Continuing to show im- Drew Kalnow, "Ben dominated." one who participated." In addition Cabrera, fortifying himself as one dence to contend for the conference provement in nearly every Hildebrand will also be run- to Hildebrand, a trio of freshman of the leaders of this Lords team, title." event they compete in, the ning in the steeplechase at the up- also participated in the longest placed third with a time of Cabrera's teammates are not the Lords are gearing up for con- coming Penn Relays with Michael race of the meet. Kurt Hollender, 15:29.23. As Kalnow said, "He ran only ones who have noticed the im- ference championships, Baird, an experience that Kalnow in what Cabrera called a "great with heart and guts. It was just a pressive season he has been put- which will be held the week- called "a huge honor for any run- race," finished in 35:09.53, earn- good race to watch." Junior team- ting together for himself. On April end of May 2 at Ohio ner." He added, "The relays will ing 16th place overall. Mark Gei- - mate Aaron Emig, who is sidelined 21, the NCAC named Cabrera the Wesleyan University. Lords Tennis dominates in trio of NCAC matchups

a 6-- 0, 6-- 1 victories BY CLAIRE LARSON win. These over Oberlin and Allegheny have Staff Reporter helped them achieve a 4-- 0 unde- "What we did to that team feated record in their conference. was just plain rude," sophomore Probably the most rewarding Johnny Greenberg said of the match of the week was Wednes- Lords Tennis team's performance day against Denison. The Big this week against Oberlin. "We A ' Red could not stand up to are just playing like an unstop- f Kenyon's strength and fell 2-- 5. pable team." They flew by the doubles, with The Lords Tennis team had Herrick and Freeman winning 8-- 5, yet another successful week, beat- Mabre and Tesic winning 8-- 2 ing Allegheny and Denison as and Taubman and Schoenberger well as Oberlin. These three wins r also winning 8-- 2 at the one, two bring their record to 14-- 3 for the and three spots, respectively. The season. Despite a few interrup- Lords swept the first four doubles tions due to rain on Thursday, the courts, securing their win over the Lords were able to maintain their Big Red. concentration and cream Oberlin The Lords are optimistic in 6-- 1. i about their upcoming matches Greenberg entered the lineup the NCAC tournament this week- at number three doubles, playing end. As Herrick said, "I think our con- with senior Gabe Ben-Mei- r. They main strength right now isour

8-- fidence. We can took their doubles match 5 and know we really Greenberg went on to win his beat anyone, which intimidates

6-- 6-- Kevin Guckes teams." They head up singles match 1, 3 at the num- the other ber three position. The Lords Sophomore Brian Taubman follows through on a forehand smash. to Denison on Friday to play in

all-sophom- swept the doubles point, with ore the first round of the tourney, 0-- the teams of Freeman and Pennsylvania with a 7 loss. win from the duo of senior Scott The Lords swept the singles and will most likely meet Mike Herrick playing one and There were a few changes to the Schoenberger and sophomore against Allegheny, making a few Big Red for another match up week- BorkoTesic and Josh Mabra play- normal lineup, including seniors Brian Taubman at the number two changes to the lineup once again, at some point during the the ing two. Both teams captured an Drew Seaman and Brendan position. The Lords have proven allowing more players a chance to end. Schoenberger said of come 8-- contribute. Greenberg played five "I know we will 1 victory. The Lords had no Lynaugh playing number three to be extremely consistent with matches, their doubles games, only losing again, taking a 6-- 3, 6-- 2 victory. In out on top, since we haven't . trouble in singles, only giving doubles. They stole their match in 8-- Lynaugh was added at to in the region yet. Oberlin one match. with an easy 2. the doubles point once so far this addition, lost anyone in all warm-u- p On Friday, the Lords took on The Lords took the doubles year. This has been crucial to their the number six position, put This will be a great 8-- his efforts and was rewarded with nationals." Allegheny and sent them back to point, thanks to an additional 2 phenomenal overall record. of for Thursday, April 24, 2003 SPORTS The Kenyon Collegian 15 Ladies improve on personal records at OWU meet Ladies look to do well at their "Last Chance" meet at Wooster and the NCAC Championship in two weeks con- BY MICHAEL REYNOLDS tinued to build upon the great der five minutes. With the in successes of her past perfor- " " fidence knowing that she can Staff Reporter ; ' ' 'J. . - ...... ' , mances by jumping an .i run under five minutes, I think ' - "' .. -- ..;.-- . - .- ,: '' The Ladies Outdoor Track outstanding 18'l4". Walker she'll run an even better race at team recorded yet another blew away the rest of the com- the conference meet in May." " . ; strong performance this past petition, as her final jump was t On top of those records, I , I'-- - weekend at the All-Oh- io Meet over 114" greater than the there were several other mem- held at Ohio Wesleyan Univer- second place finisher, senior bers of the Ladies Track team sity and Otterbein College. Misty Spring of Otterbein Col- 1 that scored points throughout V ' . , With a combined team score of lege. "Katie Walker not only J If ft the competition. One of the 1 ' , 24 points, the Ladies earned won the longjump, but jumped I' ... competitors was sophomore themselves an 11th place fin- farther than she had ever Heather McMillan. Running ish out of 19 teams. At this jumped," said Roth. the 800 meter race, McMillan meet, a familiar tandem set the It was a record-settin- g day had yet another stellar perfor- I ' ' - tone for the Ladies. for several other Ladies, who A t.. V- mance, as she finished in First-yea- r Katy Cameron, set personal records at the All-Oh- io seventh place with a time of H , i once again competing in the 1: I -- Meet. One . of these Ladies I .v.i . 2:22.17. Junior Anna Bloom, 100 meter dash and the pole was first-yea- r Liz Torgersen. not to outdone by McMillan or vault, had a banner day. In fact, Running the 400 meter inter- her colleagues in the 1,500 ' I ; V she vaulted herself into the mediate hurdles, which she . meter race, also finished sev- record books yet again, as her has just started to perform in enth. vault of lO'O" broke her own this year, Torgersen finished First-yea- r Jocelyn An- Kenyon record set earlier this her race at 1:13. 51, which was thony also deserves some of season at 9'6". She finished 6" good enough to set a new per- - the credit. Competing in the behind John Carroll University sonal record for her. Another .,. ! BEEl 3,000 meter steeplechase, An- senior Kristi Branam. "Katy Lady setting a personal record ; thony finished the race in Cameron continues to give stel- at this meet was Erin Shively ... .J seventh place with a time of lar performances in the pole '03. Running in the 1,500 meter i 1 I 12:77.97. vault," said fellow Lady Emily race, Shively finished at The season is starting to Roth '05, "topping it off with 4:59.17, which was fractions Owen Louric wind up, as the College of

First-ye- her record breaking jump last of a second away from scoring ar Jocelyn Athony makes a charge during the hurdles. Wooster Last Chance meet is week at 10 feet." points for the Ladies. next up for a the team. Further Another Lady jumper also A fellow competitor in the a score of 5:08.1 4. ran amazingly in her second- - on the horizon is the NCAC

All-Ohi- had great success at the o 1,500 meter race, Lauren Rand "One of the great races on to-last collegiate race and multi event meet, as well as Meet this past weekend. '06, also achieved a personal Saturday was in the women's showed such guts on the last the NCAC Championships the First-year Katie Walker con record this past weekend with 1,500," said Roth. "Erin Shively lap that it pushed her time un following week. Men's Lacrosse "deconstructs" Wooster in a 19-1- 2 win

team the caused and then took there was non-conference BY OWEN GHITELMEN outweighed visitors. turnovers not much need to run Kenyon closed their scored and of- the ball the length the field for the vic- Staff Reporter Kenyon early of set plays. Kenyon appeared play with this ten in this match, jumping out to quality opportunities on several content to let their playmaking tory. The team has rematches Only the nearby construct- a 4-- 0 lead on some spectacular occasions. skills suffice, and in that respect with Wooster and Wittenberg as ion workers were able to do a offensive work. To open the It was not until 10:30 into Justin Hamilton '03 may have well as their showdown with more impressive job of destruc- match, Walker sprinted in from the second period that the Tigers had the play of the day. In the Denison. Coach Bill Heisersaid tion than the Lords Lacrosse the low post on the left side and, made the scoreboard, beating second period, he took the ball of the game, "We're pleased with team last Thursday. While the as he leaped across the front of goalie Dave Neiman '05 on a from behind the net and, running the effort today. The team defi- workers toiled on tearing down the crease, took a feeding pass bounce shot from medium range. to the high slot, leaped off his nitely knew who they were play- the former Wertheimer Fieldhouse, from Justin Hamilton '03 and At this point, Neiman had ac- back foot and dropped his stick ing and performed better than Kenyon took apart the Colorado deposited the ball in the net over crued eight saves on his way to down to his right, wrapping his they have all year." Heiser de- College Tigers and never relin- the right shoulder of the unsus- stopping 20 shots. In what might shot around the defender and clined to discuss Denison, say- quished the lead in a 19-1- 2 vic- pecting keeper at the 5:30 mark have been his best moment all finding the back of the net just ing, "We've got Wooster next, tory. of the first period. season, Neiman turned away an under the goalie's right elbow. and they are a much improved The win over Colorado is Two minutes later, Jason opportunity with the shaft of his This, along with McCaw's team over our first game with not surprising, for the Lords McCaw let fly a bullet as he fell stick and effectively knocked the knockdown goal which Ross them." The Lords, now 8-- 3, hope have been playing an outstandi- to the ground from a vicious rebound into the stick of one of Zachary '04 later emulated to take revenge on a long-standin- g ng team game for the past two Colorado check and beat the Ti- his defenders. were the highlight points for the vendetta against the Big Red weeks, a trend William Walker ger goalie in the top right cor- The Kenyon defenders of- attack. this Saturday, April 26. '06 described as "playing nas- ner. Kenyon closed the first fered their most cohesive effort Kenyon played a complete Colorado College is cur- tily." However, this game was quarter with a 2-- 0 lead, but of the year that day. They did not game against a very capable op- rently on a tour of the NCAC supposed to be a much closer quickly widened the gap with rely on man-to-ma- n matchups, ponent, one that turned away conference. Having played, match, as Colorado was meant to freshman Brad Harvey's crank but rather appeared to work to- many good scoring chances and Kenyon and Denison, they will be one of the top teams on the shot through traffic from 20 gether well, only giving up open also ran their own offense rather next travel to Ohio Wesleyan Kenyon schedule this year. yards out. opportunities a few times through- effectively. How were the Lords before finishing against Wooster. Colorado entered the game Kenyon's goals were by and out the game. That said, the Ti- able to put together their ulti- .Colorado visited the Big Red this with a 3-- 2 mark, with one of large the result of stifling gers did afford themselves some mately superior effort? It was past Saturday and lost in a hotly those losses coping to a Divi- midfield play, an effort that not quality chances, but this was through their enthusiasm that contested battle, 11-- 8. This final sion I school. They were billed only blanketed the Tiger attack more the effort of a good offen- they dominated. Never this sea- score only adds to the enigma as a team very similar to the for most of the day but also gave sive team than the result of de- son did the home team appear so that has become the Denison home squad in terms of ability, the Lords many opportunities for fensive error. excited and involved throughout squad. Are they the team that lost and from the outset this forecast quick strikes. In one particularly Though the Lords held con- an entire match. The bench five games at the beginning of appeared rather accurate. The impressive play, Dylan Sage '04 trol of the game throughout, jumped up and down in unison the season, the team that has two teams had an almost identi- lost possession in midfield but there was never a feeling among until they got into the match, and been killing opponents in the last cal number of players and, by then ran down the Tiger who had the crowd that the game had been the starting lines were more con- three weeks or the team that and large, appeared to possess stripped him. He checked the locked away until the final 30 versational and supportive of played this common opponent to remarkably similar size and ball away and then recovered it seconds of play. This momentum each other than they had been all a much closer score? Whoever overall speed. The stick skills of himself. Aggressive pursuits like remained largely until the middle year. Colorado, by contrast, shows up to play the Lords on each team were also in the same this were seen all afternoon by of the third quarter, when the Ti- looked complacent and mechani- April 26, one thing is for sure: range, but Colorado did appear several different midfielders. It gers appeared outmatched while cal, and they came alive only in the Lords have as good a chance to lack the individual playmakers is difficult to single out any Kenyon sprinted to a 14-- 5 lead. short bursts when it appeared to finally notch a win over their that the Lords can boast; also, midfielders for their efforts, but The Lords goals came off of that they might close the scoring archrivals as they have had in the goalkeeping of the home Harvey and Julian Quasha '03 lightning-quic- k, transitions, so divide. years. 16 The Kenyon Collegian SPORTS Thursday, April 24, 2003 Kenyon beats Wooster for the first time in 18 years

BY JAMES LEWIS the whole way and scattered Saturday. The Lords, won 19-- 8 Assistant News Editor three runs around the game and win a the Scots' pitcher not even struck out 12 batters. Kenyon making it out of the second inning Wooster left Kenyon after last only managed six hits off of as the Lords jumped to a quick 7-- 0 back-to-bac- Friday and Saturday's k Oliver. lead. Adam Selhorst '04 earned doubleheaders with a record The next day was a tough the win by pitching the whole 20-1- of 1 and a NCAC 9-- 1. record of one for Kenyon senior Josh game. His record improved to a

The Lords were left 4-- behind with Pike. He saw his record drop to team-best 3. Kenyon bats fi- nine a 2-- wins and conference record 6, despite a season where he's nally put some hits together at the of 9-2- 0. Yet the Lords could not led the team in ERA with 4.20 right time. Matt Marcinczyk '06, have asked for anything else out and thrown consistently well. who leads the team with a .388 of the weekend, which saw Despite a gutsy performance battling average, went 2-- 3, pick- Kenyon records being set and a where he threw all six innings, ing up two runs. Carr scored four

two-d'icade-o- ld 4-- almost losing gaving up six runs four of . runs himself. Gregory went 4 streak smashed in grand style. them earned and struck out six with 7 RBI. Included in those hits V Kenyon had not beaten 6-- 2. . . batters, Kenyon fell were two home runs, which took Wooster, who was 24th in the na- Wooster's James Amendola his total to nine, breaking his own tion coming into the weekend, pitched a five-hitte- r, giving up record from last year. Josh Karren --A, since 1985, and Wooster had not two runs while striking out six '03 also went 3-- 4, scoring two lost a single NCAC contest. That batters. Pike said about pitch- runs. changed Saturday afternoon after ing this year, "It is always tough The whole team was jubilant Kenyon abused Wooster 's pitch- pitching when your team is not about finally putting together a ers for a 14-- 8 win in the last game putting up runs for you, but good offensive and defensive effort. of the series. Kevin Guctces there is nothing you can do. I Gregory said, "Our offense had Junior Adam Selhorst was focused on his target against Wooster. Unfortunately, there were just have to go out there and been on the verge of breaking three other games that weekend. keep throwing the way I have through all weekend. We knew the The first game Friday afternoon push the lead to 5-- 1. '05 bounced back at his untimely been. I try to stay within my- 'Horse' Pike was going to give us gave no indication of a Kenyon The game did see some nice departure from his last appearance self and just play my game." a great effort on the hill, and we just

9-- in- victory. Wooster won 3, pound- hitting, however, from its upper-classme- n. by working deep into the sixth What was looking like a needed to get behind him. It seems ing out nine runs from pitcher Josh Pike '03 went 3-- 4, ning. Unfortunately Wooster, who bleak weekend ended for the that when 'Horse' pitches, we find Chris Lynn '04. Lynn got no help scoring a run and hitting a triple. won 8-- 3, did not stop its powerful Lords in the second game on a way to make it happen." from the defense. Kenyon com- Greg Carr '04 also went 3-- 4. By ways, hitting two home runs off mitted only two errors, but they the end of the series, Pike had of Silverman. Errors hurt were key errors that opened up the pushed his batting average up to Silverman's cause, as three of the Rugby fourth in tourney un- game for Wooster. .310 and Carr pushed his to .323. six runs he gave up were kicks that BY CHARLIE KELLEHER and had some powerful won In the second inning, with Pike said regarding the game, "We earned. Kenyon committed three Staff Reporter usalotofground,"Wendlersaid. In the to a 1- -0 in the errors, to make it five for the day. Kenyon clinging lead and actually hit the first pitcher second game, the Ladies competed the bases loaded with two outs, series very well. I think we had 10 The one bright spot of the day The Kenyon Women's Rugby against Xavier and won 24-- 0. There off of him. They were simply was Jesse Gregory '03, who hit left fielder Zach Burns '06 hits Club played their final games of the were five tries and two conversions in dropped a fly ball to clear the not at the right time ... When it a home run, his seventh on the season at the Columbus ClassicTour-name- nt the game. Kate Flinner '06 scored two Wooster a 3-- 1 lead. comes down to it, errors were our year. bases and give on April 12 and 13. There tries and Karen Chau '06scored a try as Facing Silverman was a new To rub salt in the wound, Wooster worst enemy." they played Wittenberg, Xavierand well. Palacios made the two tries for in face to the NCAC, Wooster shortstop and leadoff man Luke Errors wouldn't go away Ohio State University. Ohio Kenyon. Hardensaidthat,"Kate Flinner two-ru- n freshman Jon Oliver, who went Ullman hit a home run to the second game. Dan Silverman Wesleyan and Denison faced each hadmultiplebreakawayruns that gained other in thechampionship, and Ohio usalot ofground." The Ladieswonthe

Wesleyan won . The Ladies came in majority of the scrum downs and were Solid week for Ladies Tennis fourth overall. able to run through their opposition. Several of the Ladies were un- In the third and final game, the able to make the tournament. Diana Ladies facedoff, against the OhioState a BY ANDREW HASS ing despite some close sets and one senior star Megan Lyons leaves Torres '04 was out with a broken JV team. They lost 12-0- . There were Staff loss. Reimers, Basler and King eas- definite hole in the squad, but the Reporter finger, Casey Morgan '06 had a two tries and one conversion made by ily defeated their Yeowomen oppo- Ladies are confident that they car, pulled hamstring and Liz Gallo '03 Ohio State. The Ladies took 14players The Kenyon Ladies Tennis sition, and Claire Larson edged still end the season in a strong fash- had a twisted ankle. Beth Sweet '03 to the tournament, and 15 players are team posted one victory after an- Oberlin's Jessica Hauser in a nar- ion with one less player. Only time was unable to attend because of neccesary to field a team. The Ladies other last week, crushing Allegh- rower defeat. Larson lost her first set will tell whether this confidence comps. had to borrow players from other teams eny only a day after defeating 4-- 6 but came back and defeated will extend to their play on the In the first game, the Ladies in order to play in the game. Both Oberlin. The Ladies are now fin- Hauser in two later sets, 6-- 3, 6-- 1. court, because right now there are faced Wittenberg. They lost 10-- 5, Harden and Wendler said, 'The scrum ished with the regular season, and Oberlin's Ary Amerikaner defeated some concerns among the players. but it was a disputed match. Both downs had to be uncontested because the spontaneity and surprise of the Kenyon 's Katy Tucker 6-- 2, 6-- 4 in The Ladies are somewhat con- teams had two tries. One try for there were so many collapses." Ohio playoffs awaits. The team hopes to the only victory of the day for the cerned about the rest of the season, Kenyon was made by Kate Flinner State was a more seasoned team with work on many different aspects of Yeowomen. Kenyon's doubles com- but they are determined to keep '06. Kelsey Harden '05 said, multiple coaches. The Ladies have not their game in practice this week in binations were predictably unstop- tightly knit as a team no matter how "Carolyn Wendler '04 tackled the been playing together as long and do preparation for their first set of play- -' pable, roughing up Oberlin with the playoffs turn out. girl who had the ball and the girl not have a coach. off matches this Saturday. three defeats. "We haven't always had out dropped it, and we touched it down Kate Chapman '03 was com- The Ladies' Christina Reimers These two recent victories whole team playing at once," Basler in the try zone, but the ref called a mended by Harden, who said that, '03 is at the top of the standings for against Oberlin and Allegheny said, "and with Megan no longer penalty on Wittenberg." "She carried the back line during the winning percentage, boasting a tre- aside, many of the Ladies are aware on the team, it tosses up things a Under Rugby rules, a five to second half,making key tackles and mendous 10 record. Reimers beat that more work needs to be done to little more. Fortunately, through all tensecondadvantageshouldbe given long runs." Allegheny's Judy Spencer last Fri- reach the level of play they want for the turmoil, we've only become to Kenyon ifa penalty is calledon the All the Ladies agree that they day 6-- 2, 6-- 1. Juniors Katy Tucker the playoffs. Doubles play is cer- stronger players and a closer unit. other team. If Kenyon makes a suc- really came together during the tourna- and Claire Larson led the rest of the tainly a priority in practice. The If we aren't on the court, we're on cessful play with the ball, the ref ment. Harden said, "Everyone who upperclass squad, defeating their Looney and Basler combo shows top of it, cheering on our team- should disregard the penalty. came to the tournament made their Allegheny opponents 6-- 1, 6-- 1 and definite promise, but the playoffs mates. I think that team support and Wendler said, "Both teams strongest showing ofthe year." Wong 6-- 1, 6-- 3 respectively. Sophomores will certainly challenge these two unity is often overlooked in pro- were really frustrated because our said that, "The tournament overall Emily King and Stephanie Cohn as athletes. "The fact that Caitlin and I ducing a nationally ranked team, try should have been counted, and was a wonderful learning and bond- well as Kara Basler '06 were also lost our first match against Denison but in many ways it's just as im- Wittenberg knew that the call had ing experience." victorious. in a close 6-- 8 loss, leads me to be- portant as athletic ability." been made unfairly." The Ladies stayed to watch the These singles blowouts mir- lieve that only positive outcomes are This unity will hopefully work Both Wendler and Harden championship game, and they be- rored those of the doubles matches, to come in the future," first-year out in the Ladies' favor as the play- commend Hayes Wong '06,say ing, lieve that if they had theirentiretime, where the combination of first-year Kara Basler said. "This weekend offs begin on April 25. The Ladies "She played scrum half, a key posi- they would have been able to go Erica Lundberg and senior Kathry n will be a true test, and I think that are anxiously awaiting the unveil- tion for all the games, and she did an further in the tournament . Wongsays, Morris was successful, as well as Caitlin and I will be eagerly awaiting of the playoff match-up- s, con- incredible job." They also said that "Our girls have heart, and ... the the duo of first-year Melissa ing it," fident that whoever they face, team prior to this, Wong had not had Kenyon Women's Rugby players Harwin and sophomore Caitlin The whole season has not been unison will prevail. Kenyon is cur- experience playing scrum half. will always give you a run for your The Oberlin matches the a cakewalk for the team, however, rently ranked third in the confer- Looney. "BeccaPalacios'03playedfulback money." - day before were just as dominat especially recently. The departure of ence with an 8-- 8 record overall.