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ESTABLISHED 1920 A daily independent student press seeing -> THE BG NEWS the campus^ and surrounding community THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19,2009 Volume 104. Issue 62 www.bgviews.com DIAGNOSING THE STATUS OF HEALTHCARE Story by Becky Tener | Designed by Andy Hernandez How does the U.S. stack After the U.S. House of researched the United States lege, searching for their first up against the world? Representatives passed the new health care system, reform and job — a place many University health care reform bill on Nov. how it ranks with the rest of the students will be within the next 7, the condition of the United world. few years. States' health care system seems The United States to be moving toward reform. The most uninsured group See HEALTH | Page 2 The United States has a pri- Though health care may be the in America is 18- to 28-year-old vate health care system fueled last issue on students' minds adults, according to the Health by privately-owned health insur- with the end of the semes- Policy Institute of Ohio. Most ance companies. The majority ter nearing, The BG News are students right out of col- of Americans pay for insurance themselves, sometimes with assistance from their employer.
How much we spend: Colombia $2.2 trillion on average Colombia was the first middle- peryear income nation to reform to its health care system. The govern- 12.0 percent: $264,000,000 ment created laws to establish a out of pocket social insurance that provides universal coverage and equal 33.9 percent: $745,800,000 financial access for basic health federal Medicare and care needs. Medicaid
34.6 percent: $761,200,000 private health insurance providers France France has the best health care 19.5 percent: $429,000,000 system in the world, according to other, such as non-profits the World Health Organization. France's insurance is based on employment with plans for both the self-employed and farmers. The sides of health care: Seventy-five percent of health care is covered by the public On Nov. 7, the U.S. House of posal. Then, since the two bills "We're a long way away," Hale health insurance system. Representatives passed their ver- will probably be different, a com- said. sion of health care reform, nar- mittee will merge the bills and the Hale said even when the bill rowly, at a count of 220-215 votes. new bill will be voted on again by is given to Obama, he might not But before any form of health care the House, the Senate and then be sign it. The president would sign ' reform can take place, the U.S. ready for President Barack Obama the bill only if it reduces cost and Canada i Senate will create their own pro- to sign. doesn't add to the national deficit. Canada has public health care 1 insurance. The system is based on income tax, where 70 percent 1 of the cost is publicly funded 1 from the government and 30 percent is privately fu nded from I -^V—v^-v-'W^ citizens. 1 Liberal Middle Conservative Single-payer is also called This is a blend of the current privatized This concept involves not 1 Medicare for alL Single-payer system and single-payer. If a person likes their reforming insurance cov- means health care would be health care insurance, they can keep it. But erage and price. Rather, it funded and administered for those who are not content with their cur- fixes the system by changing by a non-profit government rent insurance, they can be insured through a spending to eliminate costs. The United Kingdom agency and privatized insur- public option offered by the government. One proposal is to reduce The United Kingdom has a form ance companies would no Not only does the vision for this plan cover malpractice lawsuits, which of socialized health care funded longer exist. those who are currently uninsured, but the adds to the cost of health by a health care tax that covers plan could help lower the cost of private care as a whole. the basic needs of the people, insurers and force people to compete with the preventative care and hospitaliza- government-funded health care option. tion. They also have the option of The main appeal of this idea is to give having privatized health care, but people a choice. most do not use this option.
'Information was compiled from Heallhreform.gov, The Affordable Health Care for America Act, The World Health Organization, The Institute of Ohio Health Policy, The Henry I. Kaiser Family Foundation and HealihafTairs.org.
CAMPUS FORUM SPORTS PEOPLE ON THE STREET Upgrading the Union Health care support stalls Award field narrows What do you think of President Obama? The Union ball room floor is getting a Forum editor Kyle Schmidlin discusses the waning , Freddie Barnes and the rest of the JANEE RUFFIN Senior. Communications face lift, implementing a plan that has support for health care reform and possible reasons" Biletknikoff Award nominees "He's down-to-earth and honest, been in effect for three years to replace for its decreasing popularity, as the bill works its way | [anxiously await the narrowing of the and you don't see much of that field to three finalists | Pag« 7 the 50-year-old pine floors | P»g« 3 from the House to the Senate | Page 4 in politics." | Page 4
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Obama maintains University students support despite falling national approval By Troy Chambtrlain most of Obama's economic policies, Reporter Survey stated: believing his spending to be too liberal. "I find it ironic that hedid an interview 1. How well has Obama performed his duties as President Barack Obama's slipping and he said that we can't keep spending President of the United States' national approval rating has not result- because it will ruin our economy and Excellent - 4 96 ed in negative esteem amongst sur- our confidence," he said, "People have Very Good -26* veyed University students. been saying that for a year and a half. According to Pollster.com. a Web site Ciet with the program." Average - 50 96 containing information related to vari- The opinions of the college student Not Well -14 96 ous polls across the nation, the most demographic could carry significant Poor-696 recent Gallup poll places Obama's weight in presidential affairs and future approval rating at 53 percent nationally. [N0CHWU IHEB6NEWS campaign strategies, research suggests. This is a 14 percent slide from their first APPROVAL: President Obama campaigned on plat- According to estimates posted 2. What has been the biggest accomplishment post-inauguration poll, which showed form (or change in Toledo last fall on Civicyouth.org by the Center for President Obama has achieved that will affect stu- a 67 percent approval rating. Pre-inau- Information and Research on Civic dents the most' guration polls showed approval ratings or "Kxccllent." compared with 20 percent Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE), Passing the stimulus/economic recovery bill - 40 % as high as 83 percent two weeks before judging the president more negatively, the 2008 election rendered the highest Leading the charge for universal health care - 24 96 ALAIN* BUZAS I THE BG NEWS taking office. describing his performance as either participation rate of the 18-29-year-old David lackson, an associate political "NotWell"or "Poor". demographic since 1972. Participation Pulling troops out of Iraq/Initiative to end war in H ARDW0RK: Shaw Gaiter uses a crow bar science professor at the University, said This higher percentage of positive among young voters that year increased Iraq-16% to pry floor boards from the Lfnton Ballroom sliding approval ratings of presidents upon responses as opposed to negative in for the third consecutive election, nar- Other - 24 % (Isolated mentions, insults toward taking office is typical, and to be expected. the fringe population, suggest a general rowly surpassing a fluke spike of par- president, other fruitless responses) "It's really easy for people to sup- trend of approval at the University. The ticipation in 1992 when levels for this CAMPUS port the president right after getting majority of students also responded demographic reached 52 percent. The BRIEF elected," he said. "As the president takes positively with respect to the president's rate in 2008 was somewhere between 3 How in touch do you feel Obama is with issues office and begins sending proposals to attunement to issues important to col- 52 percent and 53 percent compared important to college students' Lenhart Grand Ballroom Congress and actually passing legisla- lege students as a whole, with 60 per- to 55.4 percent in 1972. Young voters Very Well -20% sees renovation tion, every time (the president] takes cent answering either T'airlv Well" or tended to favor Obama 2:1 in that elec- Fairly Well-50% a specific position, no matter even if it "Very Well." tion, making them a significant player The Lenhart Grand Ballroom will be is really popular, there is a percentage The survey additionally showed more in the president's electing force. Not Well - 52 56 closed for two months while receiving a who don't agree with it." students believed Obama's greatest lackson.MacGregorand Cunningham Very Poor • 8 96 much-needed face lift, which began this While specific reasons for increased accomplishment relevant to them is all cited increased political intertwine- past Monday national disapproval will likely remain passing the economic stimulus/recov- ment with pop-culture as a likely culprit The current floor in the ballroom is from 4 How much have you kept up with news coverage scattered, senior political science major ery act. receiving 40 percent of the vote. for increased voting numbers among on the president/politics since last year's elections? the original Union which was constructed Nathan MacGregor believes that in gen- Second was his leading the charge for the nation's youth. in 1958 eral, it is due to frustrations over the health care reform with 24 percent, and "1 would say it's probably due to more More than last year - 28 96 "It's over a 50 year old floor, and it time and difficulties that arise in enact- increased federal government tuition advertising about campaigns and elec- About the same - 52 96 has gotten to the point were it has been ing promised legislations. assistance was the most commonly tions," MacGregor said, "Even things Less than last year - 20 96 sanded down and equipment has rolled "Everybody wanted change, that's reported issue students would like to like MTV, to The Daily Show and The over it so much, it was starting to develop why we voted for him, and 1 think most see the president address while in office Colbert Report are getting the youth cracks in places." said Gale Swanka. the people expected it to be a dramatic to assist them, again followed closely by more involved in politics through mak- 5. What piece of legislation/law would you like to assistant director of the BowenThompson change that was going to happen over- healthcare reform, ing it more entertaining." see passed under Obama to specifically help stu- Student Union. night," he said. "It hasn't even been "The economy needs to go up," Whether youth's current political dents? Due to the longevity of the previous quite a year yet since Obama took office MacGregor said. "Students need more enthusiasm will continue is hard to say. Increased gov tuition assistance • 3696 and with all the turmoil left to him by money for education and schools need lackson said that while presidential elec- floor, pine will once again be used in the the previous administration, it's been to stop taking so much money from the tions are effectively drawing in young Health care reform - 2896 ballroom kind of hard.for him to turn things students because they are not getting voters, mid-term elections have not Education reform (generally) - 1296 According to Swanka. the renovation around all of a sudden... I'm not expect- enough help from the government." been so fortunate. This is curious, he Other (wide range of single or double mention) has been in planning for the past three ing immediate change, I'm expecting However, not all students feel Obama said, because the smaller midterm elec- ■2496 years and during the process, major events, progressive change." has truly accomplished anything - 8 tions arc those in which an individual's including preview day. will be held in A survey administered to 100 percent responded the President has vote has a more significant impact due to •TOTAL STUDENTS SURVEYED: 100 QUESTION FIVE Olscamp Hall instead University students, meant to measure accomplished "Nothing" and the eco- a reduced total voter population. SURVEYED 50 STUDENTS ONLY HALF OF THE The time frame of the renovation their attitudes on Obama's performance nomic stimulus/recovery act, according MacGregor expressed hope for his was planned around the winter and and directions, showed a higher propen- to sophomore Tom Cunningham, has group's continued involvement, but STUDENTS SURVEYED PROVIDED RESPONSES sity tomarkhis performance as "Average", not benefited all students. admitted this is likely to be largely Thanksgiving breaks, so to provide as little receiving 50 percent of responses. Of "IThe stimulusl hasn't really affected dependent on which issues are at the inconvenience to students as possible the outliers to this response, 30 percent me," he said, "and if it has, 1 haven't forefront at the time and the degree According to Swanka. the ne>t planned graded his performance more positively seen it." to which they pertain to said demo- event in the ballroom will take place on as either having performed "Very Well" Cunningham said he is opposed to graphic. Jan 15
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' * ■ Obama maintains University students support despite falling national approval By Troy Chamberlain most of Obama's economic policies. Rep, • Survey stated: betie\ Ing his spending lo be too liberal. "I find it ironic that he did an Interview 1 How well has Obama performed his duties as President Barack Obama's slipping and he said dial we can't keep spending President of the United States' national approval rating has noi result- because it will ruin our economy and Excellent-4% ed in negative esteem amongst sur- our confidence." he said. "People have Very Good- 26 % veyed University students. been saying thai for a year and a half. According to Pollster.com, a Web site Gel with the program." 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"As the president takes positively with respect to the president's rate in 2008 was somewhere between 5 How in touch do you feel Obama is with issues Office and begins sending proposals to attunement to issues important to col- 52 percent and 53 percent compared important to college students' Lenhart Grand Ballroom Congress and actually passing legisla- r lege students as a whole, with til) per- to . >r>..| percent in 1972. Young voters Very Well- 20 % sees renovation tion, every time |the presiclenll lakes cent answering either "lairlv Well" or tended to favor Obama 2:1 in that elec- Fairly Well - 50 « a specific position, no matter even if it "Very Well." tion, making them a significant player The Lennart brand Ballroom will be is really popular, there is a percentage The survey additionally showed more in ihe presidents electing force Not Well-32% dosed for two months while receiving a who don't agree with it." Students believed Obama's greatest lackson, MacCregorand Cunningham Very Poor-8* much-needed face lift, which began this While specific reasons for increased accomplishment relevant to them is all cited increased political intertwine- past Monday. national clisapprov.il will likely remain passing the economic siiniuliis/rccov- nienl with pop-culture as a likely culprit 4. How much have you kept up with news coverage The current floor in the ballroom is from scattered, senior political science major erj act receiving 40 percent of the vote. for increased voting numbers among on the president/politics since last year's elections' the original Union which was constructed Nathan MacGregOt believes thai in gen- Second was his leading the charge for ihe nation's youth. in 1958 eral, ii is due to frustrations over the health care reform with 24 percent, and " 1 would say it's probably due to more More than last year - 28 % "It's over a 50 year old floor, and it lime and difficulties thai arise in enact- increased federal government tuition advertising about campaigns and elec- About the same - 52 * has gotten to the point were it has been ing promised legislations. assistance was die most commonly tions." 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I'm expecting However, nut all students feel Obama said, because the smaller midterm elec- -24% years and during the process, mapr events progressive change. has truly accomplished anything - 8 tions are those in which an individual's including preview day. will be held in A survey administered to 100 percent responded the President has vote has a more significant impact due lo I00G Olscamp Hall instead University students, meant to measure accomplished "Nothing" and the eco- a reduced total voter population. NTS0NLYI their attitudes on obama's performance nomic stimulus/recovery act. according Mactlregor expressed hope for his The lime fiame of the lenovation and directions, showed a higher propen- to sophomore Tom Cunningham, has group's continued Involvement, but ■ was planned around the wintei and sity to mark his performance as "Average", not benefited all students. admitted this is likely to be largely Thanksgiving breaks, so to provide as little receiving 30 percent of responses. Of "[Ihe stimulusi hasn't really affected dependent on which issues are at the inconvenience to students as possible ihe outliers lo Ibis response. 30 percent me." he said, "and if it has, I haven't forefront at the lime and Ihe degree According lo Swanka. the next planned graded his performance more positively seen It" in which they pertain to said demo- event in the ballroom will take place on as either having performed "Very Well" Cunningham said he is opposed to graphic Jan 15 £ GARDASIL. 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hut not in the long term. A their lives and allows the receiv- case in point is Somalia and er to realize they have people out the Mogadishu event, when there who are thinking about a humanitarian food drop in l hem. Mogadishu became a war in Foreign aid goes a long way which gun toting rebels took toward building schools, hospi- the food and turned humani- tals and basic infrastructure in My last article on the negatives tarian efforts into an all-out many nations worldwide. This of developed nations sending aid war with aid agencies and aid is particularly helpful when to less developed nations pro- donor nations. it comes from religious organi- duced much reaction — extreme Aid has been known to pro- zations and has resulted in mil- apathy and indifference from mote economic development by lions of people getting education most people, anger and outright improving investment climate and health care worldwide. denigration of my thinking from and promoting entrepreneur- The biggest role of aid is as others. ship. Foreign money has the a means by which people are Anger came largely from those ability to rejuvenate economies lifted out of poverty, one of the of us fighting to create a planet that were in hibernation or were most inhuman tragedies of that mirrors the Utopian visions dead. Foreign investment can the 20th Century. Aid is often some have been blessed with. help sprout competition and the only way people can even The sad truth is. ultimately, when encourage localized markets to get a bite to eat in many sub- we give, we have to acknowledge step up to the demands of com- Saharan nations. The Food and to ourselves and the recipient peting with international firms Agriculture Organization of the thai this will not be forever. which will help raise local stan- United Nations estimates that We need immediate solutions dards. This has always been a 680 million people live in pover- for immediate problems and good way of encouraging growth ty and 250 million of these peo- long-termsolutionsfor long-term but ultimately still is ineffective ple are in sub-Saharan Africa. problems. With this in mind, we in the long-run. So. world aid is a double sided can see there are a number of Foreign aid also results in a coin that is hard to eradicate, immediate benefits in sending cultural engagement of sorts but needs to be eradicated in the aid to developing nations. on a human level. This hap- long term. Nations of the world Aid has been used as a means pens a lot if the aid being pro- are very capable, but their gov- of stabilizing some nations polit- vided is provided by a private ernments are often too greedy or ically and promoting democra- non-governmental organization driven by useless, petty agendas cy. It comes as no surprise that on a grassroots level. It allows to even care. That's why develop- stable governments and democ- humans in relatively comfort- ing nations need to unite, stand racies tend to come from pros- able environments to reach out together and try to solve these perous nations. Hence, devel- and positively impact the lives issues for themselves. oped nations try to use aid to of others. It further results in create and promote prosperity a human exchange that allows in developing nations. the more privileged person to Respond to Hama at This works in the short term realize what's really valuable in [email protected] Public opinion is dropping, but health care reform still essential
way to the bill's actual legit- "For one thing, there are plenty of ently being forced into aban- actually influencing public imacy or moral worth, only doning it in order to wiggle opinion hasyet to be explored, to base fears left over from Americans who might oppose the bill for through corporate pressure but the shift does coincide the Cold War — fears which and occupy the White House. with he and others' ramping KYLESCHMIDIIN weren't any more meaningful not going far enough in its coverage for all It's difficult to ascertain up of their anti-health care fNf FORUM E0I10S then than they are now. exactly why public support propaganda campaign. Their Americans' chief fear over Americans. ...a good chunk of Americans for the single-payer system arguments, of course, are fre- I he health care bill is its cost. has been waning. On pro- quently flimsy. For example, Health care in this country is Indeed, the current incarna- would remain uncovered - a summary of grams like Glenn Beck's show they tell people we would have seriously ill. tion is S900 billion, an amount and talk radio, the health a system like Cuba or Canada Facts about the proposed which appears staggering to the bill says it would cover 96 percent of care bill is routinely torn to as though such a feature is health care bill, recently Americans earning $6.50 an shreds. Conservatives argue intrinsically bad. passed by the House and hour. But, is really quite rea- Americans, leaving 4 percent, or about the bill simply costs too much With a more open mind, currently being examined sonable compared with our to pass right now (although Americans could come to their by the Senate, can be diffi- current S2.2 trillion annual about 12 million, without coverage." the Congressional Budget own conclusions about health cult to come by, with details health care expenditures. Office actually reports the care. The public option is only recently coming to light. The most recent poll, con- bill would reduce our deficit) back in the bill, but still leaves Though the text is available ducted by Stanford University all Americans. By the govern- probably generated as ran- and Americans tend to agree. many Americans uncovered. online at various sites, includ- and the Robert Wood Johnson ment's own admission, a good domly as possible, they can However, when Americans Many of the bill's features are ing the House's own, main- Foundation, found 43 percent chunk of Americans would only reach people with tele- are told the bill would actually explored on Page 1, including stream American news sourc- of Americans against the bill remain uncovered — a sum- phones. Areas racked by true reduce cost to the.averagc tax- comparisons of our system es are focused on a series of in Congress, 41 percent in mary of the bill says it would destitution and poverty where payer, the same AP poll cited with others around the world. specific, mostly inconsequen- favor and 15 either neutral or cover 96 percent of Americans, people have need for health earlier finds increased sup- Even opponents of the cur- tial issues. undecided. It is one of the first leaving 4 percent, or about 12 care more than any other port for the bill: 52 percent. rent bill acknowledge the The bill's sheer size has polls to demonstrate the shift- million, without coverage. place may not even have tele- Another reason to oppose need for reform. With so many been much discussed, with ing tide of American public Another issue is the method- phones. Factor in their opin- the bill include the removal Americans suffering, losing the claim that more text opinion against health care. ology of the survey. According ions and the numbers would of the abortion provision. jobs and benefits at alarming equals more bureaucracy and However, the reliability of the to the Associated Press be very likely to shift. Though it passed in the House, rates, there is no better time wasteful government spend- results is dubious. description of how the survey What is clear, beyond all the restrictions will likely be for a complete overhaul and ing. Whether or not the bill For one thing, there are was conducted, about 1,500 talking head propaganda and added to abortion coverage in universal health care than is socialistic is another mat- plenty of Americans who might people were contacted via volume of the bill's pages, is order to move the bill through right now. The cost should ter, one which is completely oppose the bill for not going landlinc or cell phone (1,052 that the most popular option the Senate. Compromise is make no difference to any- meaningless — it speaks in no far enough in its coverage for landlinc, 450 cell phonel. all along — a single-payer sys- always necessary, but it isn't body where human life is con- According to the report, it tem, or something that resem- clear what might happen if cerned. was a "nationally represen- bles Medicare for all — would Americans dependent on the SPEAK YOUR MIND tative random sample." This never happen. Obama himself government program need an Got something you want to say about an opinion column or news story? is plainly false. Though the supported the option as an abortion which isn't covered. Respond to Kyle at Here's how to get in touch with us for letters to the editor: telephone numbers were Illinois state senator, appar- Whether hosts like Beck are [email protected]
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November'9.2009 5 Bowling Green Medieval Society becomes official club By Anthony Phillip* Reporter "You get all the good stuff about Even though paperwork is still being Tiled, the Bowling Green medieval history without any Medieval Society president of the plagues or death or plans for the club to be official by the end of the week. religious persecution." Senior Dominique Simms said the group had problems with paperwork and finding Justin Collier | Bowling Green Medieval Society a faculty advisor to become a real group on campus. of fighting and said in the Collier said Pennsic has a The latter changed in Medieval Society, he hopes to week, a peace, where members September, when Simms train new people in the Western will set up the battlefield, fol- looked up the rules and found martial styles. lowed by a week of all-out war that a faculty advisor could be Collier said the European that brings out peoples' enthu- staff instead. hack-and-slash stereotype is siasm. Alice Cook, Office of the Dean not actually true — medieval "You really fight so that you of Students' secretary, agreed people actually had set rules to can step off the field and have within days of Simms asking. dueling. a beer with them afterwards," Cook said she is enjoy- The main difference between Collier said. "When you fight ing herself. She has attended the SCA and the Medieval with nil your heart, people several Society of Creative Society is one will be on-cam- respect you and talk about it Anachronism, or SCA, meet- pus and one will be off-campus. afterwards," he said. ings in the city park, which Simms said the first meet- "You get the thrill of battle, the Bowling Green Medieval ing will be Jan. 19, 2010, and but you do not have the hatred Society will be affiliated with. the group has already planned and the blood and the death," Cook said when she went to a tentative schedule and the Collier said. a SCA meeting she saw several meeting times have also decid- Collier said the SCA and the different things and was able to ed to be Tuesdays from 6 p.m. Medieval Society are really play a harp. to 8 p.m. about the best of medieval life. With an advisor at hand, Simms said at all of these "You get all the good stuff Simms said she is now work- meetings the Medieval Society about medieval history without ing on paperwork, but said the will bring in history teachers any of the plagues or death or club will not start up until next from the University, as well as religious persecution." Collier semester. people from the SCA. said. "The spring is kind of our com- "We have a dance instructor Collier and Simms will be ing out party," Simms said. that comes every Thursday to able to continue with the SCA Simms said for the rest of the |SCA|, and she lives nearby, after this year, however they fall semester, the society will so we were planning on asking will only see the beginning of be getting their name known her to come down and teach the Medieval Society because around campus. She said the us some dance moves." Simms they graduate in May. society is reserving tables in the said. "It is going to be bittersweet Union and are trying to include Another goal of the group for me because I will be able to a demonstration of (he different Simms said is to get students see it get going, but I'll have to fighting styles the SCA uses. interested in Pennsic, a two let go of the reins fairly early," Senior Justin Collier, who is week long convention where Simms said. working on the Web site, fights nearly 12,000 people battle each in the heavy or armored style other at the same time. Committee to connect learning experience for undergraduates CUE group to guide education on a four-phase track to improvement
By Lin Chafatz "It's really a committee in ent changes should be made to Reporter charge of evaluating how we the general education require- look at how we do the general ments, CUE is also taking a A new group has been formed education requirements on look at the four 'corner schools'; to determine the academic campus, from English and to Bowling Green State University, future of the University. your major requirements," he Miami University, Kent State Cathy Cardwell, the chair- said. "Not only are we look- University and Ohio University man of the committee, said ing at the general classes, but and at how their education sys- Connectingthe Undergraduate also how they are taken, such tem is different, Mutgi said. Experience, or CUE, is meant as whether not you have to CUE is currently at the end to make the learning experi- take them as one class or as a of "Phase 1" according to their ence better for students at the group." Web site, which includes the University, including connect- "This group is part of an open study of trends and scholar- ing all of the units of the learn- forum," said Bettina Shuford. ship about undergraduate ing experience, including gen- interim associate vice provost. education, along with devel- eral education requirements. "We really focus on what learn- oping education criteria and a "We're trying to make sure ing should be." conceptual learning model to the learning experience is When looking at what chang- share with the campus com- more cohesive," she said. es should be made in deter- munity. The plan includes four The committee is made up mining what learning should phases, with the final phase of 20 faculty members along be, the committee takes into finishing just before fall semes- with two student representa- consideration various changes ter 2011. tives, one from Undergraduate that can be made, including "Right now, we're trying to Student Government and one various General Education bring it down to a more man- from Graduate Student Senate. requirements across campus. ageable level; I'm not sure if it One of the students These may include classes such be done by 2011," he said. "It's involved with the committee as the requirements for all stu- very big picture." is Sundeep Mutgi, president dents, to the requirements for More information about CU E of- Undergraduate Student each major. can be found on their Web site Government. While looking at what differ- at http://www.bgsu.edu/cue/.
Housing Fair provides options for students
By Lin Chafati Landlords who will be in atten- "It's always been a Reporter dance include Carty Rentals, who have been in business for about 41 good thing for us, Students looking for housing for years, owner lohn Carty said. next year can attend the 2009 "We've been attending the and I think for Housing Fair today. housing fair since it started about The annual fair will be taking 30 years or so ago," he said. "It's most rentals." place today in Olscamp 101 from always been a good thing for us, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and is free for and I think for most rentals." John Catty | Catty Rentals all attendees. Carty, who rents out over 40 The fair is an opportunity for houses to students in the city Enclave will have offers for stu- any students living on- or off- is also connected through his dents who come to the fair campus to consider possible brother who runs Shamrock tomorrow, such as a drawing for housing options for the following Village, a place typically not for a 26-inch flat screen television year. students, Carty said. through the Enclave and free Andy Alt, the assistant dean of "I think Itomorrowl is a good Internet for early lessees through students and third year chairman date for the fair, for both the land- Carty Rentals. of this event, said this will be a lords and the tenants," he said. "It Other prizes can be won great opportunity for students to definitely speeds things up." through the housing fairby check- learn what options are available. Another larger housing option ing in at the fair itself, according "What many students don't for students is the Enclave, which to their Web site, along with free think about is that Residence Life, has been attending the fair since food. a co-sponsor of this event, will it was built in 2002, Rose Wilson, More information about the also be there for students who an Enclave representative said. housing fair, along with a list of wish to live on-campus," he said. "We've got about 120 apart- landlords and their various fea- Alt said this is a great oppor- ments for rent and because of our tures can be found at the event tunity for students to get the ball individual leasing, we can lease to Web site at http://www.bgsu.edu/ rolling and think about living off- 480 students," she said. offices/sa/offcampus/page71416. campus. Both Carty Rentals and the html. check us out online @ BG Views 6 Thuoday. November 19.2009 NATION WWWBGVIEWS.COM NATIC )MBRI -s
Chunk of ice Weak home building Tenn. community Aide tied to Ohio AG Military can resign Man eyed in crashes through roof a drag on economic buries soldiers killed scandal sentenced to Gitmo detainee's prostitute deaths of Colorado home recovery at Fort Hood 45 days lawyers still feels targeted EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP. NJ. BRUSH. Colo. (AP)- A basketball WASHINGTON (AP)-The bud- MOUNTAIN CITY. Tenn. - Defense COLUMBUS. Ohio (AP)-A NEW YORK-The rights of a sized chunk of ice crashed through ding economic recovery is getting Secretary Robert Gates gathered one-time aide who helped bring Guantanamo detainee facing trial in - Three years after the discovery the roof of a family's Colorado home little help Irom the home building with mourners on a cold, windy about the downfall of former Ohio the 1998 bombings of U.S. embas- of the bodies of four prostitutes in a drainage ditch just outside Atlantic after apparently falling from an industry, which normally creates morning in a tiny northeast Attorney General Marc Dann has sies in Africa were not violated when airplane passing overhead jobs and boosts growth as a reces- Tennessee community to bury Army been sentenced to 45 days on an . the military took away his uniformed City, N.J.. the man once viewed lawyers, a judge ruled yesterday. as a suspect still feels the taint of Danelle Hagan and her 9 year-old sion ends. Spc Fred Greene, one of 13 soldiers unrelated theft-in-office charge and killed in the massacre at Fort Hood other counts. suspicion. daughter were at home in Brush Construction of homes unex- Ahmed Ghailani has no right to Terry Oleson was guestioned but on Saluiday when they heard the pectedly plunged last month to Gates sat behind the 29-year-old Anthony Gutierrez (goo-tee- keep a pair of Marine and Air Force kitchen ceiling come crashing down its lowest point since April, the combat engineer's wife, daughters AYR-ehz) may serve the time on lawyers who represented him at the never charged in the case Lingering Tl»ey were not injured Commerce Department said yes- and parents as a chaplain and a com- weekends in the Franklin County Jail U.S. naval base at Guantanamo Bay. publicity - including documentaries Cuba, when their superior officers "1 hear a huge, what sounded like terday The weal figures show that pany commander led a graveside in Columbus, under the sentence that air constantly on cable TV - have decided they are needed else- keep his name linked to the case, and an explosion And 1 look over and builders (ear there aren't enough service near Mountain City yes- imposed yesterday Gutierrez also my kitchen is basically in shambles." buyers to soak up the glut of unsold terday It was followed by a 21-gun was fined nearly !6.°00 where. US District Judge Lewis A make it hard to get on with his life Kaplan said. Hagan told KMGH-TV in Denver "It homes already on the market - a salute and the playing of taps by a Gutierrez pleaded guilty to sever- The former handyman denies was very terrifying. supply magnified by record-high lone bugler, next to the rural Baptist al counts, most involving his private "He is entitled to. and is receiving. having anything to do with the kill- church where Greene once sung in constructron business in Youngstown representation of appointed counsel The Fedeial Aviation foreclosures. ings, but despairs that authorities the choir. Administration is sending investiga- at public expense." Kaplan said in a won't issue a statement clearing his written decision "He is not entitled name. He says it has ruined his life. tors to the home to investigate High school friend Banian Banner to choose particular government- whether the ice came from an says Greene "tried to do what he was -Wayne Parry (AP) paid counsel - military or civilian " airplane supposed to do for his country" - Duncan Mansfield (AP) The ruling affects Marine Col. Jeffrey Colwell and Ait Force Maj. Richard Reiter. who had represented Ghailani in Guantanamo since late summer 2008. - Larry Neumeister (AP)
Weak home building a I Obama, Holder predict conviction in 9/11 case In Washington, the Senate "I have every "We are at war, and we will drag on economic recovery By Devlin Barrett ludiciary Committee ques- use every instrument of national The Associated Press tioned Holder for hours about confidence that the power — civilian, military, law his decision to send Mohammed enforcement, intelligence, dip- By Al.in Zibel and "It will take a while WASHINGTON — From oppo- and four others from the U.S. nation...will see him for lomatic and others — to win," Martin Crutsinger site ends of the globe, President military detention center at I (older said. The Associated Press before residential Barack Obama and Attorney Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to New the coward that he is." But South Carolina Republican Cieneral Eric Holder firmly York for trial in a federal court- Sen. Lindsey Graham called the WASHINGTON (AP) - The bud- construction rejected criticism yesterday house blocks from the site of Eric Holder | Attorney General decision "a perversion of justice" ding economic recovery is get- of the planned New York trial the World Trade Center towers by putting wartime enemies ting little help from the home begins..." of the professed Sept. 11 mas- destroyed in the 9/11 attacks in can control unruly defendants into the civilian criminal justice building industry, which nor- termind and predicted Khalid 2001. and any pronouncements by system. "We're making history, mally creates jobs and boosts n'lfei Lee | Economist Sheikh Mohammed would be The attorney general said he Mohammed would only make and we're making bad history," growth as a recession ends. exposed as a murderous cow- is certain the men will be con- him look worse. Graham said. Construction of homes unex- tor is dragging on t he economy. ard, convicted and executed. victed, but even if a suspect were "I have every confidence that The attorney general said he pectedly plunged last month to "It will take a while before "Failure is not an option," acquitted, "that doesn't mean the nation and the world will does not believe holding the trial its lowest point since April, the residential construction begins Holder declared. that person would be released see him for the coward that he in New York—at a federal court' Commerce Department said yes- to contribute meaningfully to The president, in a series of TV into our country." is," Holder told the committee. house that has seen a number of terday. The weak figures show growth," lennifer Lee, an econ- interviewsduringhis trip to Asia, Tempers flared when Sen. "I'm not scared of what Khalid high-profile terrorism trials in that builders fear there aren't omist at BMO Capital Markets, said those offended by the legal Ion Kyi, R-Ariz., challenged Sheikh Mohammed has to say recent decades — will increase enough buyers to soak up t he glut wrote in a research note. rights accorded Mohammed Holder to say how a civilian trial at trial — and no one else needs the risk of terror attacks there. of unsold homes already on the The tepid recovery is also hold- by virtue of his facing a civilian could be the best idea, since to be, either." He also voiced support for market — a supply magnified by ing down inflation. While con- trial rather than a military tribu- Mohammed had previously Democrats on the panel were extra federal money for the city record-high foreclosures. sumer prices edged up faster than nal won't find it "offensive at all sought to plead guilty before a largely supportive of the admin- to help safeguard the area while They also illustrate how much expected in October, they remain when he's convicted and when military commission. istration's decision. the trials are under way. the fledgling recovery depends lower than they were a year ago. the death penalty is applied to "How can you be more likely "We're the most powerful Alice Hoagland, whose son on government aid. Builders held And inflation is expected to stay him." to get a conviction in a (civilian) nation on earth; we have a jus- Mark Bingham died aboard back In part because of uncer- subdued. Obama, who is a lawyer, quick- court than that?" pressed Kyi, to tice system that is the envy of Flight 93, spoke with Holder tainty in October about whether The Labor Department said ly added that he did not mean to applause from some in the hear- the world. We will not be afraid," after the hearing had ended. Congress would extend a tax consumer prices rose 0.3 percent suggest he was prejudging the ing room. said Chairman Patrick Leahy, One of four jetliners hijacked on credit for homebuyers. Earlier in October, a bit more than the0.2 outcome of Mohammed's trial. The attorney general said his D-Vt. 9/11, Flight 93 crashed into a this month, lawmakers renewed percent economists had expect- "I'm not going to be in that court- decision was not based "on the Among the spectators were Pennsylvania field after passen- the credit and extended it to more ed. Core inflation, which excludes room," he said. "That's the job of whims or the desires of Khalid some relatives of 9/11 victims gers rushed the cabin. buyers. energy and food, rose 0.2 percent, the prosecutors, the judge and Sheikh Mohammed... He will who disagree with Holder's plan "We are heartsick and weary Even with government support, compared with expectations for a the jury." not select the prosecution venue. to put Mohammed, the most of the delays and machinations," the weakness of the housing sec- 0,1 percent rise. The president said in inter- I will. And I have." senior al-Qaida suspect in U.S. said Hoagland, of Redwood views broadcast on NBC and Critics of Holder's deci- custody, on public trial. Estates, Calif. CNN that experienced prosecu- sion — mostly Republicans Opponents of the plan includ- Holder sought to reassure tors i n t he case who specialize i n — have argued the trial will give ing Holder's predecessor, Michael her there was evidence, not yet terrorism have offered assuranc- Mohammed a world stage to Mukasey, have accused him of made public, that makes fed- es that "we'll convict this person spout hateful rhetoric. adopting a "pre-9/ll" approach to eral court the best place to try with the evidence they've got. Holder said such concerns terrorism. Mohammed, AMERICAS going through our system." are misplaced, because judges HcJdermiphaucally denied thai BGSU Men's Chorus — Hot Tub-fl-Thon It's that month again - November. Members of the BGSU Men's Chorus will get a full-fledged blast of the cold air as they sit in a hot tub for 50 consecutive hours.
This year's Hot Tub-A-Thon, the 17th annual event by the Men's Chorus, will be hosted from 12:00 pm on November 18 through 2:30 pm on November 20. The Hot Tub-A-Thon will be located by the Education and Eppler Buildings on campus. During that time, at least two chorus members will sit in a hot tub in half hour shifts hoping to 1616 E. WOOSTER raise money for their annual spring tour. Passers-by, for donations, can play games with the chorus members such as "Chuck-a-duck," a game that involves throwing a rubber duck as far 419.352.7200 as possible and the chorus members will jump out of the tub and fetch it. Come support the Men's Chorus in the 17th Annual Hot Tub-A-Thon November 18-20. We accept cash, checks, credit/debit, and BG1 cards. All donations are welcomed and appreciated. FREAKY FAST DELIVERY! , Keep the music ringing by supporting the Men's Chorus! FILLETING THE FALCONS
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The three finalists for the Fred Biletnikoff Award will be announced rion voters consider, Barnes is not a clear-cut No. I choice. more times than BG. tomorrow, and BG quarterback Tyler Sheehan and coach Dave While BG has played a tough schedule (53-48), Texas (54-46) Tate has far fewer catches (74) than his leading rusher Clawson will be "shocked" if Freddie Barnes isn't on that list. and Notre Dame (57-47) have seen better opponents, but all three (118 carries) and Bricoe isn't even the leading receiver on "I'll be shocked if he's not on that list," Sheehan said. "And I'll be teams have played two teams that were ranked in the Associated his own team, as his 65 catches trail Kerry Meier's 83, giv- more shocked if he doesn't win it." Press poll the day they battled. Kansas' opponents have a 45-48 ing Barnes the edge in leadership as it relates to in-game Other leading candidates for the award include Notre Dame's record, and the (ayhawks will face their first ranked team this performance. Golden Tate, Texas' lordan Shipley and Kansas' Dezmon Briscoe, but weekend against Texas. But no matter what the committee uses to determine its Barnes has more receptions, receiving yards and receiving touch- Leadership is also a criterion for voters, and Barnes hasn't been three finalists, the always-humble Barnes said he isn't going downs than all three. afraid to wear his emotion on his sleeve, saying several times after to worry about it. knowing he can't control what happens. "Based on the year he's had and the other people up for the award, losses there were things he could have done better to help the team "I've seen |the statsl throughout the weeks past," Barnes said. "It's I would be shocked if he's not in the final three," Clawson said. "He's win. all in the voters' hands, really. I don't know what will actually hap- clearly in the top three of that group, and in my estimation, the top He also leads his team on the field, as he almost has more recep- pen." one." tions (117) than BG's leading rusher Willie Geter has attempts (133). If the voting went strictly by statistics, Barnes would be No. 1 in Shipley has 81 catches, which are more than the 74 carries the team's See BARNES | Page 9 everybody's book, but since strength of schedule is one of crite- leading back has, but the Longhorns have run the ball almost 100
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I Our journey this fall has been exciting and your don't forget about BG football cheers have made a difference. At 5-5 with two games to play, we are positioned to finish strong, fans realized it because the of their last five games. The seniors like Tyler Sheehan. contend for the MAC East title and possibly play in game took place on a Thursday Falcons are currently 11 point Freddie Barnes and P.J. a bowl game. night, miles away. favorites to beat Akron on Mahone will be sure to put I understand why so many Friday and roll along to the on a spectacular show this ™N"^ll Our first test is this Friday at 5:30 p.m. against Akron. fans have forgotten about the final round of their one game weekend. Help us create a true home field advantage for the team. season. They're only guaranteed two national TV audience that will tune in to watch on ESPNU. The For the second straight sea- All season long, Clawson has more games in the orange and first 3,(XXI of you in attendance will receive free thundcrstix, and Tuesday I read an e-mail son, BG has struggled to win praised the leadership of the brown, and you can bet they there arc a variety of other BGSU Student-specific incentives that Dave Clawson addressed to games at home, leaving many team's seniors. will do everything they can to you'll be hearing about all week long. all BGSU students (missed it? fans to view the Falcons as a 1-3 They have refused to give extend their BG careers into Read it at the right). In the team rather than a 5-5 team on up and salvaged their sea- December and perhaps garner On Nov. 27. we hope you can return to campus for the season-end- e-mail, Clawson thanked fans the verge on making a trip to a son. a little more attention from ing rivalry game against the team up north (Toledo). Nothing fur- for their support and wanted bowl game. "Our journey this fall has NFL scouts. ther needs to be said about the importance of our last game — and to encourage us all to be at While I understand the been exciting and your cheers Tomorrow evening, I hope you can play a big role in The Doyt's atmospliere. the Doyt for the team's final frustration, I urge any fan in have made a difference. At to see the Doyt packed as the two games. That's right, two such a situation to forget about 5-5 with two games to play, Falcons take on the Zips. Thanks again tor your tremendous support. We are proud to repre- games. the past and give the Falcons we are positioned to finish Regardless of whether sent you and the entire BGSU Family. Walking around campus, another shot. strong, contend for the |Mid- or not you intend to show I've noticed that a lot people On Tuesday, Clawson men- American Conferencel East your support the day after Roll Along! have forgotten about our foot- tioned that the Falcons' mind- IDivisionl title and a possible Thanksgiving, take the ball team. set is that they are in a one bowl game," Clawson said in same approach coach Dave Clawson Last week, the Falcons beat game season right now, which his message. Clawson is emphasizing one of our rivals by 21 points, comes at the perfect time with I know you feel like they've — it's a one game season but only the most dedicated the Falcons having won four let you down before, but right now. Lack of fan attendance Diving in together hurt Falcons WNIT schedule Alexis Kain chose BG for the team unity "Perhaps many of you don't realize how SEAN By Ryan Satkowiak races this year. PUTTING TEAM FIRST SHAPIRO fortunate you are or have been spoiled by Reporter "So far, so good," Kain said. ASSISTANT SPORTS "I've gone lifetime bests with BGSU: Team unity was a large EDITOR the recent success of women's basketball at <*, One of the main themes that all of my times; I feel like I'm factor in her decision towards Bowling Green." is preached by coach Keri Buff improving a lot." choosing a college. is team unity, making sure the Although there is no large Well I ale on tans, you blew It. And most of you missed it. some noise on the national stage. team is close out of the water to recruiting database for CLUB SUCCESS: Her Former This Saturday, when you're Fans at Marist knew how Granted, BG is never going to maximize success in the water. swimming that allows high club team the Cincinnati Marlins listening to BG's third round important the first round of be at the level of Ohio State. It's It's a great way to help keep school student-athletes to is amongst the best in the nation UNIT game on the radio or the WNIT was. as 2.291 of them not fair to expect a mid-major the swimmer's head up during be tracked by fans years in making the 500 mile drive to showed up to watch their Red to compete with the larger and the long, grueling season, and advance of graduation, Kain Poughkeepsie, N.Y., at Marist, Foxes beat up North Carolina quicker Big Ten athletes. apparently it is also a useful was not hidden from BG's you can be sure to blame your A&T 80-64. However, this team does have recruiting tool. coaching staff. mers Kim Albin and Rhiannon Fellow Falcon fans who stayed And that is one reason why BG the chance to be one, if not the "The reason I came here "We've had a really good rela- Schwartz. home last Friday. will be making the 500-mile ride best, mid-majors in country. is definitely because of the tionship with her club team As is the case with most col- And for the record. I'm not to New York, rather than host With a current starting line-up team," said freshman Alexis and her club coach," Buff said. lege freshmen student-athletes, blaming the 1.1 Hi fans who were ing the game in the confines of featuring two seniors and three Kain. "Bverywhere else I was "They are one of the best teams Kain says that the adjustment in attendance at the 76-41 win Anderson Arena. juniors, not to mention an hon- considering, the team wasn't in the state of Ohio, if not the has been somewhat challeng- over Chicago State. Last season, Curt Miller's orable mention All-American as close." entire country, so weare always ing, citing the biggest thing I'm squarely pointing the fin- squad played in trout of an aver- and the reining MAC. Player of Kain is just one of a handful of trying to keep up with who they being the difference in practice ger at those of you who missed age home crowd of 1,763 per the Year. BG is the class of the swimmers on this year's team. have. between her club team and the Out on the opportunity to take in game. Considering that number, MAC. but thus far she has proven to "The coaches there suggest- practice here. a great game, and also may have I was expecting around 2,000 Perhaps we should all recog- be among the team's best. In 14 ed we look at Alexis. She had Also, she said that the COS) your team a second home people at last Friday's season nize that a bit more and actually events this year — five relays just come over, and once I saw uppcrclassmcn have been of game in the WNIT. opener. show up to watch the most suc- — she has registered victories, her I was like, 'Holy cow! We great assistance, as they are First off, can you think of a It's even more shocking to me cessful team BG athletics has four coming on the relays, to go have to have this girl on our always there when the time better way to start a season? that the men's game the next day had over the past decade. along with 11 top-three finishes. team.'" get tough. All the pageantry of a banner drew 332 more fans. And now I kindly ask all 1,116 Her best performance thus far Kain's former club team, the Although she has undergone ceremony and ring presenta- I mean no disrespect to Louis fans who were at the game Friday was against Ball State, where Cincinnati Marlins, has proven a recent bout with ear infec- tion honoring a great team from Orr or his men's basketball to put down this paper or move she cashed in victories in the to be one of the most success- tions, Buff has been impressed one year ago, combined with a program, but a game against onto another story, because the 400-yard medley relay, the 100- ful places for developing swim- with Kain's performances thus once-in-lour-years opportunity Division II Wayne State should following statement is not for and 200-yard breaststroke, as ming talent. Since founding far. to compete in the WNIT. not outdraw the biggest home you. well as a third place finish as in 1961, they have produced "1 knew coming in that she On top of that, KG played well, game the BG women will have While low attendance may part of the 200-yard freestyle a national title, five junior was good, but she has exceeded showcasing a team that looks this season. only have affected team morale relay B-team. national titles, over 80 state all expectations thus far," Buff very promising to compete for Perhaps many of you don't and the atmosphere at the game She almost exclusively titles, as well as 18 Olympians said. "She just seems to get in a sixth straight Mid-American realize how fortunate you are or in the past, this time you actu- participates in breaststroke — accounting for 19 Olympic the water and go. Conference regular season title. have been spoiled by the recent ally cost your team fans. events, although she has gold medals. Including Kain, "She doesn't like to lose, and This game, other than maybe success of women's basketball There could have been anoth- swum in two freestyle races. the Marlins sent off 20 athletes that's a huge part of being a late season conference tilt, was at BG. er game at Anderson Arena this She is also the breaststroke leg on swimming scholarships this a successful athlete. I think the biggest home game BG will But this season. BG has a week, but there isn't. for the medley relay A-team. past year. The program also that it will take her a long have tbis season. decent opportunity of making So simply put. you blew it. a squad that has won all four produced former BG swim- way." Running back Johson hoping be the next player to re-launch his troubled career with the Bengals By Jo* Kay Palmer said, reflecting the senti- smiled. "We've definitely got a history with picking trouble and was a third-down The Associated Press ment in the locker room. "Oh, I didn't know I was sup- receiver before he broke his left The most telling reaction posed to be jumping out of my up guys that other teams are going to shy arm two weeks ago. CINCINNATI — Another trou- came from the player who could seat or anything." Benson said. Benson was the most recent bled player trying to revive be affected most. Running back "I really have no feelings about away from and having success with them, so example of players rehabilitat- his career? Nothing new for Cedric Benson didn't have much it," he added. "They made a move ing their careers in Cincinnati. Cincinnati. to say. they felt they needed to do, and hopefully it will be a success." The Bears released him after two Most Bengals players were I he Bengals signed lohnson that's fine with me, whatever alcohol-related arrests in Texas. unruffled yesterday by the for tbe rest of the season on decisions they make in that area. Carson Palmer I Quarterback The cases were dropped when •igning of running back Larry Tuesday, giving them another It's not going to affect me in any grand juries declined to indict, lohnson, brought in for the rest running back in case Benson's kind of way. Whatever happens 17-2) put itself in control of the Benson has been the focal and the Bengals signed him one ol the season in what's been injury lingers. He had to leave from here on. I can guarantee division. The Bengals lead the point of the Bengals' renewed month into last season when described as a reserve role to an 18-12 win in Pittsburgh on you I'll definitely be making the Steelers by a game, and have the commitment to run the ball this they had only one healthy run- help the AFC North leaders Sunday because of sprained hip best of it." important tiebreakers in their season, one of the main factors ning back. should they have an injury. muscles. He didn't practice yes- It'll be one of the interesting favor. in their rise to the top of the divi- Benson was so impressive that "We've definitely got a history terday. subplots during their drive for Plus, they've made it through sion. Benson already has carried they offered him another con- with picking up guys that other After a light morning work- the playoffs. the most challenging part of the an NFL-leading 205 times, nine tract and redesigned the offense. tins are going to shy away out, Benson didn't have much By sweeping the Steelers and schedule. The next three games shy of his career high for any Now, he's backed up by a player trom and having success with to say about the team's deci- the Baltimore Ravens — the are at Oakland (2-7), then home season. who came to the team under them, so hopefully it will be a sion. Told that he didn't appear teams that played in the AFC title against (llcveland (1-8) and Detroit His backup is rookie Bernard similar circumstances — off- success," quarterback Carson to be thrilled with the move, he game last season — Cincinnati (1-8). There's also a home game Scott, a sixth-round draft pick field problems in the past, a one- against Kansas City (2-7) left. from Abilene Christian. year contract in hand. Why take a chance on bring- If Benson's injury lingers, "Most of the time you hold your ing in a player who was released lohnson could sec his role fate in your own hands," Benson by the Chiefs after he questioned expand quickly. Coach Marvin said. "I'm not letting up in any Semester Leases the head coach's competence Lewis hasn't ruled out playing aspect of what I do. I expect to and used gay slurs on his Twitter him in Oakland if Benson is continue to be the No. 1 guy and N account? sidelined. if not, I'll make it that way." ftTTEHTIOM BG! "Once I found out about him "This is another example of Benson has settled in as one coming here, I knew it was a another really good player that of the locker room stalwarts. His good addition," receiver Chad was on the street and there's a teammates expect lohnson to 1 i> Ochocinco said. "Everyone con- possible need in the future, if not do the same. tinues to look at the things that's right away, depending upon how "When you come in to a team going on off the field with the Cedric is," Palmer said. that's winning and things are SPRING 2010 Twitter issues, but we're talking The players have plenty of going well, for the most part guys GREENBRIAR, INC. about a great football player, a experience at handling a new- don't want to come in and be a great runningbackthat can help comer with baggage. distraction," Palmer said. "They 419-352-0717 us, which adds another weapon The Bengals released and just want to do what they're told 445 E. WOOSTER to our offense." then brought back receiver and do their role, and I'm sure If he stays out of trouble, Chris Henry after his fifth arrest that's the type of guy I-arry will www.greenbriarrentals mm lohnson could come in handy. in 2008. He has stayed out of be." 1 i WWW.BGVIEWS.COM SPORTS Thursday. Nowmto 19.2009 9
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By Tom Withers closed sum by the NFL for the Cribbs was flattened by Ravens t he game out of reach. 9 6 8 7 The Associated Press infraction, which resulted in a defensive end Dwan Fdwards. "It was a call at the line." Cribbs 15-yard penalty. He apologized who delivered a forearm blow said. "Brady had let us know to BEREA, Ohio — Brady Qulnn's to Suggs and the Havens follow- under Cribbs' chin. Cribbs was keep the ball alive, that he was 4 1 2 5 rebirth as Cleveland's starting ing the game and plans to reach carted off the field and spent going to throw the slant to me quarterback is already deeply out to them again. several hours in the hospital at the line and to keep the ball 8 6 troubled. "I wasn't trying to go for him," undergoing tests. alive. He gave the signal to keep After one game. Quinn said. "I was tryingtogo for Cribbs had pitched the ball it alive, hut it wasn't a call that Qninn, who lost his job 10 the ball carrier. Unfortunately, a when he was drilled by Fdwards. came in from the sideline." 1 8 4 2 quarters into the season and got thing like that can happen. I'm The nasty shot led to speculation Cribbs said Mangini apolo- it back five weeks later, inherited praying for him. 1 lopelully he'll that it was done in retaliation for gized to the team for calling a an offense with few playmak- be all right." Quinn's hit on Suggs. pass on the final play. Cribbs felt 3 6 5 1 ers and no direction or iden- Quinn threw an interception Cribbs. who did not practice that was unnecessary and isn't tity. In his return on Monday — a pass that caromed off wide on Wednesday because of a sore upset about what happened. night. Qulnn's seventh career receiver Mike Furrey's hands — neck, said he spoke to Edwards "He told the whole team if 2 5 1 6 start ended with his sixth loss, a to Chris Carr, and while attempt- and Lewis on Tuesday and they he had to do it over again, he defeat that left him visibly shak- ing to bring down Baltimore's assured him there was no mal woukl've made a different deci- SUDOKU 8 6 9 L t I 5 V z en afterward. comerback, he dived at Suggs' ice. sion," Cribbs said. "They put me To play: Complete the grid I « S Z 6 9 L 8 £ He wasn't upset about losing ' legs. The Ravens' top pass rusher "They reached out to me and in position to make plays and I so that every row. column I t L MS 6 9 I to Baltimore or his two intercep- sprained his right knee and is let me know that it wasn't on wouldn't want to come out of the and every 3x3 box contains tions, one of which was returned expected to miss several weeks. purpose," Cribbs said. "It hap- game. A lot of people say 'Why 9 I Z S » 6 8 £ L for a hack-breaking touchdown. Quinn said hedidn't see Suggs pened all so quick and he are you still out when you have the digits 1 to 9.There is no 6 S 8 9 L I Z L V guessing or math involved. Quinn was distraught by his low and insists he was just trying to (Edwards) thought 1 was try- no chance to win the game?' But EM 8 I Z 9 6 S Just use logic to solve hit on Terrell Suggs, a collision stop Carr. However, he under- ing to come block him after I I wanted to be out there, so I * Z 6 E ! 1 I S 8 that injured the linebacker and stands why the Ravens might be pitched the hall. So they assured can't put no blame on anyone." led to accusations by Baltimore mad at him. me they didn't mean nothing by Quinn's only regret is that he I 8 I 6 S > i Z 9 linebacker Ray l.ewis that he "I can see why they'd be upset," it and it wasn't revenge. I'm sure couldn't jumpstart a Cleveland S 9 i I Z 8 t L 6 took a cheap shot. he said. "But again, he wasn't he didn't mean to intentionally offense that needs dcfibrillator. That hurt Quinn. Still does. even in my vision. I was trying hurt me. Hopefully he didn't The Browns are ranked last in "I'm not going to lie to you,'' he to get to the ball. He cut across mean it." total yards, last in pointsand last Create and solve your said yesterday. "Definitely, see- my face as I was already trying Cribbs also said that the deci- in passing yards. They haven't ing someone who I've known off to jump down for the tackle." sion to lateral the ball and try to scored a touchdown in three Sudoku puzzles for FREE. the field happen like that to him, Quinn received a letter score despite being down 16-0 in straight games and have only yeah, it affects you. I'm never informing him of the fine. He the closing seconds was not part five this season. Quinn effective- out there to do that. It's tough to would not divulge the penalty of the play sent in by Cleveland's ly ran a no-huddle attack against shake off, probably more than but said it was "a good amount." coaches. Browns coach Eric the Ravens, but it didn't do much PRIZESUDOKU™ anything else in that game." On the final play of the game. Mangini was criticized for hav- good as Cleveland never crossed Quinn was fined an undis- Browns wide receiver losh ing his team run that play with Baltimore's 45. LeBron, Mangini think NBA star would fit with the Browns By Tom Withers he put the time and commit- Browns nose tackle Shaun The Associated Press ment into it, he could he a good Rogers isn't convinced lames, as football player. Mangini agreed, great as he is, could step into the BKRKA, Ohio — If I.eBron James calling James "a freak athleti- NFL and be able to handle the truly believes he can help the cally" and said the 6-foot-8.260- pounding. Cleveland Browns, coach Eric pounder could be dangerous at "I heard that comment," Rogers Mangini has an orange helmet tight end, wide receiver or even said. "1 have mixed emotions waiting for him. outside linebacker. about that. A great athlete? Yes. "I think he should come on Quarterback Brady Quinn A football player? No." down," Mangini said, smiling. also heard about lames' football Rogers then looked into TV "I know he's pretty busy right fetish. He would love to have a cameras. now, but if he wants to give it target to throw to like lames in "Yeah I^Bron. I said it," he said. a shot, the guy is gifted. He's the red zone. "It's a punishing game. I just competitive and tough. I'm "That'd be great," Quinn said. don't think you can step off the sure whatever he applied him- "Tell him to suit up and let us basketball court after not going self to, he'd probably be good know, we'll get him working. through thisyear in and year out in baseball or soccer or swim- Obviously he's an incredibly tal- and just play football. From that ming," ented athlete. If he wants to try standpoint, 1 just don't think it's The NBA superstar, who was to play a little bit now, we'd be possible. You have to weather an All-State wide receiver in high more than willing to pick him and condition your body to take school, said Tuesday night that if up." this punishment." RYANPIROG WBGNfW FRONT RUNNER?: In a year where several finalists have suffered from injury. Freddie Barnes could be a finalist for the Biletmkoff award. AT THEIR BEST Freddie Barnes. Jordan Shipley. Golden Tate and Dezmon Briscoe have all had break- Incentives available for students Friday out games this season. As the top four contenders for the three finalist spots of the' Fred Biletnikoff Award, the committee likely looked at those games during the decision- Students attending the BG- the Residence Hall Councils If you buy two Meijer brand Akron home football game of the top three residence non-perishable food products making process. How does Barnes' breakout game stack up against the rest? tomorrow will have an oppor- halls in attendance, while and bring them to the game, you tunity to win a handful of great the first 200 BG students to will get one game ticket for a spe- Week Opponent Stats prizes. stop by the Falcon FANatic cial low price of $9 - valid at the Golden Tate Washington (5-7) 9 catches, 244 yards, 1 TD Not only will free thunder- Store tent inside the stadium prime bench reserved seat price sticks be given to the first 3,000 will receive free hand-warm- level — asavingsofSll perticket Jordan Shipl Central Florida (3-7) 11 catehe*. 273, yards. 1TD BG students in attendance, but ers provided by the BGSU off the walk-up price. Freddie Barnes Kent State (5-5) 22 catches, 278 yards. 3 TDs $500 in Adidas credit will be split Bookstore. All food collected will benefit D«mon Biisi Iowa State (6-5) 12 catches, 186 yards. 2 TDs amongst the top three Greek Provided by University Dining, the Bowling Green Food Pantry. Organizations in attendance. one student resident in attendance Also, it's Take a Kid to the For the Residence Hall will win a free Fall 2010 Semester Game Night! Receive one free smaller universities have won in 2004. Council of the top residence hall Bronze Meal Plan valued at $1,500. youth ticket with the purchase BARNES the award since its inception And Sheehan thinks the in attendance, a pizza party will As with every home game BG of one adult ticket — valid only in 1994. year that Barnes is having be granted prior to any select students get in free with their at the bench reserved seat price From Page 7 Marcus Harris (Wyoming), should make him the next Mid- Falcon hockey or men's basket- student I.D.. but there are also level — a savings of $14 off the Not that he has, but discount- Randy Moss (Marshall) and American Conference player to ball home games. a pair of special walk-up ticket walk-up price. ing himself because he plays Troy Edwards (l^uisianaTech) lie a finalist. Cash prizes of $300, $200 offers available to faculty, staff Both offers are walk-up only fora mid-major program would won the award three straight "He's just having one of those and $100 will be given for and the general public. and not available in advance. not be a good argument. seasons from 1996-1998. years that come around every While the award typically While no non-BCS player has 10 or 15 years, and I've been goes to a player from a BCS won since, Ball State's Dante lucky to be a part of it," Sheehan conference, three players from Ridgeway was named a finalist said. bxd UOM k-nOuJ??? fipFALCOH The Boston University \l FACTS Bridge (on Commonwealth Famous Falcons... 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A letter from the coach... With two games left on the season As wo head clown the home stretch of football season. I am writing to thank you for your support this fall — and encourage you to join us at The Doyt for our final two games. don't forget about BG football Our journey this fall has been exciting and your cheers have made a difference. At 5-5 with two games to play, we are positioned to finish strong, i.ins realized it because the of their last five games. The seniors like Tyler Sheehan. contend for the MAC Kast title and possibly play in game took place on a Thursday Falcons are currently 11 point Freddie Barnes and P.). a howl game. night, miles away. favorites to heal Akron on Mahone will be sure to put I Understand why so main Friday and roll along to the on a spectacular show this I Out first test is this Friday at 5:30 p.m. against Akron. fans have forgotten about the final round of their one game weekend. Help us create a true home field advantage for the team. season. They're only guaranteed two national rV audience that will tune in to watch on ESPNU. The For the second straight sea All season long. Clawson has more games in the orange and first 3,000 of you in attendance will receive free thunderstix. and Tuesday I read an e-mail son. I((i has struggled to win praised the leadership of the brown, and you can bet they there are a variety ol other BGSU Student-specific incentives that Dave Clawson addressed to games al home, leaving many team's seniors. will do everything they can to you'll be hearing about all week long. all BGSU students (missed it? tans to view the Falcons asa 1-3 They have refused to give extend their BG careers into Head it at the right). In the team rather than a 5-5 team on up and salvaged their sea- December and perhaps gainer On Nov. 27, we hope you can return to campus for the season-end- c mad. i lawson thanked fans the verge on making a trip to a son. a little more attention from ing rivalry game against the team up north tToledo). Nothing fur- lot their support and wanted howl game. "Our journey this fall has XI I scouts. thci needs to be said about the important e of our last game — and lo encourage US all to be 81 While I understand the been exciting and your cheers Tomorrow evening. I hope |)l,i\ i big role in The Doyt's atmosphere. the I'oyi for the team's final frustration, 1 urge any fan in have made a difference. At lo see the Doyt packed as the two games. I hat's right, two such a situation to forget about 5-5 with two games to play. Falcons take on the Zips. Hi. nks again for your tremendous support. We are proud to rcprc games the past and give the Falcons we are positioned to finish Regardless of whether iu and the entire BGSU Family. Walking around campus, another shot Strong, contend for the I Mid- or not you intend to show I've noticed that a lot people On Tuesday, Clawson men- American Conferencel Fast your support the day after Roll Along! have forgotten about our foot- tioned that the Falcons' mind- IDivisionl title and a possible Thanksgiving, lake the ball team. set is that they are in a one bowl game," Clawson said in same approach coach DaveClawson I ast week, the Falcons heal game season right now. whil b Ins message. Clawson is emphasizing one of our rivals by 21 points. conies at the perfect time with I know you feel like they've — it's a one game season Inn only the most dedicated the Falcons having won four let you down before, but right now. Lack of fan attendance Diving in together hurt Falcons WNIT schedule Alexis Kain chose BG for the team unity "Perhaps many of you don't realize how SEAN fortunate you are or have been spoiled by By Ryan Satkowiak races this year. PUTTING TEAM FIRST SHAPIRO "So far. so good.'' Kain said. (^ >P0RTS the recent success of women's basketball at I've gone lifetime bests with BGSU: Team unity was a large One of ihe main themes ilui all of m\ limes: I feel like I'm factor in her decision towards Bowling Green." is preached by coach kcri Hull' improving a lot." choosing a college. is lean) unity, making sure the Although there is no large CLUB SUCCESS: Her former Well I all mi fans, you blew it. And most of you missed it. some noise on the national stage. team is close out of the water to recruiting database for club team the Cincinnati Marlins I Ins Saturday, when you're I,ins ,u Marisi knew how Granted, lie is never going to maximize success in the water. swimming thai allows high is amongst the best in the nation. listening to lie's third round important the iirsi round ol beat ihe level ol Ohio State. It's It's a great way lo help keep school student-athletes to v\ \l I game on tin radio or theWNl'l was. as 2.291 of them not lair to expect a mid-major die swimmer's head up during be tracked by fans years in making the 500 mile drive to showed up to watch their lied in compete with die larger and die long, grueling season, and advance ol graduation. Kain koughkeepsie, N.Y., .n Marist, Foxes beat up North Carolina quicker Big Ten athletes, apparently it is also a useful was noi hidden from BCi's vim can be sure to blame your A& l 80-64. However, this leant does have recruiting tool. coaching staff. mers Kim Albin and Hhiannon fellow Falcon Tans who stayed And that is one reason why BG the chance lo be one, it not the "The reason I came here "We've had a really good rela- Schwartz. home last Friday. will he making the 500-mile ride best, mid-majors in country. is definite!) because of the tionship with her club learn As is the case with most col- \iul loi die record, I'm not lo New York, rather than host- With a current starting line tip team.'' said freshman Alexis and her club coach." Buff said. lege freshmen student-athletes. blaming the I.I Hi tans who were ing the game in die confines of featuring two seniors and three kain. "Everywhere else I was "They are one of the best teams Kain says that die adjustment in attendance al die 76-41 win Anderson Arena. juniors, not to mention an hon- considering, Ihe team wasn't in the state of Ohio, if not the has been somewhat challeng- ovei ( hicago State. I ast season. I url Miller's orable mention Ail-American as close." entire country, so we are always ing, citing the biggest thing Tin squarel) pointing die tin squad played in bunt ol an aver- and the reining MAC Ptayei ol Kain is just one of a handful of trying to keep up with who they being the difference in practice get al I)nise ot you who missed age home crowd ol 1,763 per the Near, lili is die class ol the swimmers on ibis year's team. have. between her club team and the (nit on I he opportunity to lake in game. Considering that number, MM . but thus far she has proven to "The coaches there suggest practice here. .• great game, and also ma) have I was expecting around 2,000 Perhaps we should all recog- be among the team's best. In II ed we look at Alexis. She had Also, she said l hat lhc nisi youi learn a second lioine people al last Friday's season nizethal a bit mote and actually events this year live relays just come over, and once I saw iipperclassmen have been of game in theWNl I opener. show up lo watch Ihe mosi SIIC- she lias registered victories, her I was like, 'Holy cow! We great assistance, as I hey are First oil. cm you think ol a It's even more shocking lo me cessful team BG athletics has lour coming on I he relays, to go have to have this girl on our always ihere when the time heiier wa\ lo start a season? ibai the men's game the next day had over the past decade. along with 11 lop three finishes. learn." get tough. All the pageantry ol a banner drew 332 more fans. And now I kindly ask all I.I ll> I lei besi performance thus Tar Kain's former club team, the Although she has undergone ceremonv and nut; presenta I mean no disrespect to Louis fans who were al the game Today was againsi Hall Stale, where Cincinnati Marlins, has proven a recent boul with ear infec- lion honoring a greai team from On or his men's basketball lo put down Ibis papei or move she cashed in victories in the to he one ol the most success- tions, Buff has been impressed (me yeai ago, (ombined with a program, hut a game againsi onto another story, because ihe 400-yard medley relay, the 100- ful places for developing swim- with Kain's performances thus once-in-four-years opportunity Division II Wayne State should following statement is not for and 200-yard hreaslslroke, as ming talent. Since founding far. to compete in the WNIT. noi outdraw (be biggest borne you. well as a third place finish as in 1961, they have produced "I knew coining in thai she On top of that, BG played well, game die BG women will have While low attendance may part of the 200-yard freestyle a national title, live junior was good, but she has exceeded showcasing a team that looks this season. only have affected team morale relay B-team. national tides, over 80 state all expectations thus far," Buff \ery promising m compete for Perhaps many ol you don't and the atmosphere al die game She almost exclusively lilies, as well as 18 Olympians said. "She just seems to get in a sixth straiglu Mid-American realize how fortunate you are or iii die past, this time you actu- participates in breaststroke — accounting for IH Olympic the water and go. I (inferenceregulai season title. have been spoiled by die recent ally COS) your team fans events, although she has gold medals. Including Kain, "She doesn't like to lose, and I Ins game, othei than maybe success ol women's baskelhall There could have been anoth- swum in two freestyle races. the Marlins sent off 20 athletes that's a huge part of being a late season conference tilt, was atBG. er game al Anderson Arena this She is also the hreaslslroke leg on swimming scholarships this a successful athlele. I lliink the biggesl home game BG will liul this season. Ill, lias a week, bin there isn't. for the medley relay A -leant, pasl year. The program also that it will lake her a long have this season. decent opportunity ol making So simply put. you blew ii. a squad that has won all four produced former BG swim- way." Running back Johson hoping be the next player to re-launch his troubled career with the Bengals By Jo* Kay Palmer said, reflei ting the senti- smiled. "We've definitely got a history with picking trouble and was a third-down A ment in die locker loom. "Oh, I didn'i know I was sup receiver before he broke his left Ihe most telling reaction posed to be jumping out of my up guys that other teams are going to shy arm two weeks ago. INI INNATI — Another trou- (.line bom ihe player who could seat or anything." Benson said, Benson was the most recent bled playei trying to revive be affected most. Running back "I really have no feelings about away from and having success with them, so example of players rehabilitat- his career? Nothing new lor Cedric Benson didn't have much it."headded. Theymadeamove ing their careers in Cincinnati. I incinnati. to say. they fell they needed lodo. and hopefully it will be a success." The Bears released him aftertwo Most Bengals players wire I be Bengals signed lolinson dial's line with me. whatever alcohol-related arrests in Texas. Milled yesterday by the for the lesl ol the season on decisions the) make in that area. : 11 Quarterback The cases were dropped when •igning of running back Larry Tuesday, giving I hem another It's noi going to affect me in any grand juries declined to indict, lohnson, brought in for the rest running back in case Benson's kind ol way. Whatever happens (7-2) put itself in control of lhc Benson has been the focal and the Bengals signed him one l Ihe season in what's been injury lingers. He bad to leave from here on, i can guarantee division. The Bengals lead the point of the Bengals' renewed month into last season when Si ribed as a rescue role to an 18-12 win in Pittsburgh on you I'll definitely be making the Steclers by a game, and have Ihe commitment to run the hall this they had only one healthy run- elp the AFC North leaders Sunday because ol sprained hip best of it." important tiebreakers in their season, one of the main factors ning back. hould thej have an injury. muscles, lie didn't practice yes- It'll be one of the interesting favor. in their rise to ihe top ol Ihe divi- Benson was so impressive that We've definitely go) a nistorj terday, subplots during their drive for Pius, they've made it through sion. Benson already has carried they offered him another con- nil pit king up guys that other \liei a lighi morning work- die playoffs. Ihe most challenging part Of the an NFI.-leading 205 times, nine tract and redesigned Ihe offense. ■ •.iins are going to shy away out, Benson didn'i have much Ilv sweeping the Stcclcrs and schedule. The next three games shy of his career high for any Now, he's backed up by a player no and having success With IO sav about the team's deci- ihe Baltimore Havens Ihe are al Oakland 12-7), then home season. who came to the team under hem, so hopefully ii will be a sion. Told that he didn'i appear teams that played in the AFC ritle againsi (;lev eland (1-8) and I Vtroit His backup is rookie Bernard similar circumstances — off- iiccess," quarterback Carson lo be thrilled with die move, he game lasi season — Cincinnati 11-8). There's also a home game Scott, a sixth-round draft pick field problems in Ihe past, a one- againsi Kansas City (2-7) left. from Abilene Christian. year contract in hand. Why take a chance on bring- If Benson's injury lingers, "Most of ihe time you hold your ing ina player who was released lohnson could see his role fate in your own hands." Benson Semester Leases by the (Ihiefs after he questioned expand quickly. Coach Marvin said. "I'm noi Idling up in any the head coach's competence Lewis hasn't ruled out playing aspect of what I do. I expect to I and used gay slurs on his Twitter him in Oakland if Benson is continue to be the No. I guy and account? sidelined. if not, I'll make it that way." \ "Once I found out about him "This is another example of Benson has settled in as one ATTENTION BG! coming here. I knew il was a another really good player that of the locker room stalwarts. I lis "sn good addition," receiver Chad was on the street and I here's a teammates expect lohnson to XI Ochocinco said. "Fvcryone con- possible need in the future, if not do ihe same. MJM tinues to look al the things dial's right away, depending upon how "When you come in lo a team going on off the field with the Cedric is," Palmer said. that's winning and things are SPRING 2010 Twiner issues, but we're talking The players have plenty of going well, for the most part guys GREENBRIAR. INC. about a great football player, a experience al handling a new- don't waul to come in and be a greal running hack dial can help comer with baggage. distraction," Palmer said. "They 419-352-0717 us, which adds another weapon The Bengals released and jusl want lo do what they're told 445 E. WOOSTER lo our offense." then brought back receiver and do their role, and I'm sure If he slays out of trouble, Chris Henry after his fifth arresl that's the type of guy l.arry will www.greenbriarrentals.nnm lolinson could come in handy. in 2008. He has stayed out of be." WWWBGVIEWS.COM SPORTS Thursday. November 19.2009 9
THE BG NEWS SUDOKU 7 4 3 6 5 Second chance starts slow 5 9 Quinn struggling at quarterback like Anderson 6 3 9 4
By Tom Withers closed sum by the Ml. lor the Cribbs was flattened In Ravens the game out of reach. 9 6 8 The Asi infraction, which resulted in a 7 defensive end Dwan Edwards, It was a call at the line." (Iribbs 15-yard penally. He apologi/ed who delivered a forearm Blow said. "Brady had let us know to BEREA, Ohio - Brady Quinn's to Suggs and (lit* Havens follow under Cribbs' chin. Cribbs was keep the ball alive, that he was 4 1 2 5 rebirth as Cleveland's starting ing the game and plans to reach carted oil the held and spent going to throw the slant to me quarterback is already deeply out to them again. several hours in the hospital at the line and to keep the ball 8 6 troubled. "I wasn't Hying In go for him," undergoing tests. alive. I le gave the signal lo keep After one game. Quinn said. T was living logo lor Cribbs had pin lied the hall il alive, but it wasn't a call that Quinn, who losi his job IO the hall carrier. Unfortunately, a when he was drilled by Edwards, came in from the sideline." 1 8 4 2 quarters Into the season and goi thing like that ran happen. I'm I henastyshot led to speculation Cribbs said Mangini apolo- ii back Five weeks later. Inherited praying for him. Hnpehilh he'll that it was done in retaliation for gized to the team for calling a an offense with lew playmak- be all right." Quinn's hit on Suggs. pass on the final play. Cribbs fell 3 6 5 1 ers and no direction or Iden- Quinn threw an interception Cribbs, who did not practice that was unnecessary and isn't tity. In his return on Monday — a pass that caromed oil wide on Wednesday because of a sore upset about what happened. night, Quinn's seventh career receiver Mike lurrey's hands neck, said he spoke to Edwards "lie told the whole team if 2 5 1 6 stanended with his sixth loss, a to Christ an. ami while attempt- and Lewis on Tuesday and they he had to do it over again, he defeat that leli him visibly shak- ing to bring down Baltimore's assured him there was no mal- would vc made a different deci- SUDOKU 8 6 9 L £ I S t Z en afterward. COrnerback, hi' dived at Suggs' ice. sion,'' (:ribbs said." I hey put me To play: Complete the grid I t S Z 6 9 L 8 £ He wasn't upset ahonl losing legs. The Ravens' tup pass rusnei I bey reached mil to me and in position to make plays and I so that every row. column to Baltimore or his two intercep- sprained his right knee and is Z E L t7 8 S 6 9 L let me know thai it wasn't on wouldn't want to come out of the and every 3x3 box contains tions, one of which was returned expected to miss several weeks. purpose,' Cribbs said. "It bap game. A lot of people say 'Why 9 I I S > 6 8 i L the digits 1 to 9.There is no lor a back-breaking touchdown. Quinn said he didn't see Suggs pened all so quick and he are you still out when you have 6 5 8 9 L E Z I 17 guessing or math involved. Quinn was distraught by his low and Insists he was just trying to (Edwards) thought I was try- no chance low in the game?' But £ L fri8 I Z 9 6 S hit on Terrell Sunns, a collision slop Can. However, he under ing to conic block him after I Just use logic to solve I wanted to he out there, so I V Z 61 E 9 L I S 8 that injured the linebacker and stands why the Havens might he pitched the ball. So they assured can't put no blame on anyone." led to accusations by Baltimore mad at him. me they didn't mean nothing In Quinn's only regret is that he L 8 I 6 5 V !■ Z 9 linebacker Hay lewis that he "I can see why they'd lie upset," it and it wasn't revenge. I'm sure couldn't jumpstart a Cleveland S 9 l\l Z it L 6 took a cheap shot. he said. "Bui again, he wasn't he didn't mean lo intentionally offense that needs defibrillator. that hurl Quinn. Still does. even in my vision. I was trying hurt me. Hopefully he didn't The Browns are ranked lasi in Tin not going to lie to you," he lo gel to the hall. He cut across mean it" total yards, last in poinisand last Create and solve your said yesterday. "Definitely, see my face as I was already Irving Cribbs also said that the deci in passing yards. They haven't ing someone who I've known oft to jump down for the tackle ' sion to lateral the hall and try lo scored a touchdown in three Sudoku puzzles tor FREE. the field happen like that to him, Quinn received a letter score di'spite being down IB-Din straight games anil have only yeah, it affects you. I'm never informing him of the line. He the closing seconds was not part five ibis season. Quinn ellei live out there to do that. It's lough to would not divulge the penalty of t he play sent in by Cleveland's ly ran a no-huddle attack against shake off, probably more than hut said it was "a good amount." coaches. Browns coach Eric the Ravens, hut it didn't do much PRfZESUDOKUxDH anything else in that game." On the final play of the game, Mangini was criticized for hav- good as (:leveland never crossed Quinn was fined an undis- Browns wide receiver losh ing his learn run that play with Baltimore's 45. LeBron, Mangini think NBA star would fit with the Browns By Tom Withers he put the lime and commit- Browns nose tackle Shuun The Associated Press ment into it. he could he a good Rogers isn't convinced lames, as football player. Mangini agreed, great as he is. could step into the BEREA, Ohio— If I.eBron lames calling lames "a freak athleti- NFL and be able to handle the truly believes he can help the cally' and said the 6-foot-8, 260- pounding. Cleveland Browns, coach Eric pouiuler could be dangerous at T heard that comment,'' Rogers Mangini has an orange helmet tight end, wide receiver or even said. "I have mixed emotions waiting for him. outside linebacker. about that. A great athlete? Yes. "I think he should come on Quarterback Brady Quinn A football player?No." down." Mangini said, smiling. also heard about lames football Rogers then looked into TV "I know he's pretty busy right fetish. He would love to have a cameras. now, hut if he wants lo give it target lo throw to like lames in "Yeah LeBron, l said it," he said. a shot, the guy is gifted. He's the red zone. "It's a punishing game. 1 just competitive and tough. I'm "That'd he great," Quinn said. don't think you can step off the sure whatever he applied him- "Tell him to suit up and let us basketball court after not going self to. he'd probably he good know, we'll get him working. through this year in and year out in baseball or soccer or swim- Obviously he's an incredibly tal- and just play football. From that ming." ented athlete. If he wains to try standpoint, I just don't think it's The NBA superstar, who was to play a little bit now. wed be possible. You have to weather an All-statewide receiver in high more than willing to pick him and condition your body to take school, said Tuesday night that if up." this punishment." RYANPIROG FRONT RUNNER?: In o year where several finalists have suffered from injury. Freddie Barnes could be a finalist lor the Biletnikoll award
AT THEIR BEST Freddie Barnes. Jordan Shipley. Golden Tate and Dezmon Briscoe have all had break- incentives available for students Friday out games this season. As the top four contenders for the three finalist spots of the Fred Biletnikoff Award, the committee likely looked at those games during the decision- Students attending the BG- the Residence Hall Councils If you buy two Meijer brand Akron home football game of the top three residence non perishable food products making process. How does Barnes' breakout game stack up against the rest? tomorrow will have an oppor- halls in attendance, while and bring them to the game, you tunity to win a handful of great the first 200 BG students to Will gel one game ticket for a spe- Week Opponent Stats prizes. slop by the Falcon FAN'atic cial low price of 59 - valid at the Golden Tate Washington (3-7) 9 catches, 244 yards. 1 TD Not only will free thunder- Store tent inside the stadium prime bench reserved seat price sticks be given to the first 3,000 will receive free hand-warm- level — a savings of $11 pet ticket Jordan Shipley Central Florida (3-7) 11 catches, 273, yards. 1 TD BC students in attendance, but ers provided by the BGSU off the walk-up price. Freddie Barnes Kent State (5-5) 22 catches. 278 yards. 3 TDs $500 in Adidas credit will he split Bookstore. All food collected will benefit Dezmon Briscoe Iowa State (6-5) 12 catches, 186 yards, 2 TDs amongst the top three Creek Provided by University Dining, the Bowlingtireen Food Pantry. Organizations in attendance. onesiudent resident in attendance Also, it's Take a Kid to the For the Residence Hall will win a free Fall 2010 Semester Game Night! Receive one free smaller universities have won In 2004. Council of the top residence hall Bronze Meal Plan valued at S1.500. youth ticket with the purchase BARNES the award since its inception And Sheehan thinks the in attendance, a pizza party will As with every home game BG of one adult ticket — valid only From Page 7 in 1994. year that Barnes is having be granted prior to any select Students get in free with their at the bench reserved seal price Marcus Harris (Wyoming), should make him the next Mid Falcon hockey or men's basket- student I.I)., but there are also level — a savings of SH off the Not that he has, but discount Handy Moss (Marshall) and American Conference player to ball home games. a pair of special walk-up ticket walk-up price. ing himself because he plays Troy Edwards (Louisiana lech) be a finalist. Cash prizes of S300. S200 offers available to faculty, staff Both offers are walk-up Only for a mid-major program would won the award three straight "He's just having one of those and SIOO will be given for and the general public. and not available in advance. not be a good argument seasons from 1996-1998. years that come around even While the award typically While no non-BCS player has 10 or 15 years, and I've been goes lo a player from a BCS won since. Ball Slate's Dante lucky to be a pan of it," Sheehan conference, three players from Hidgeway was named a finalist said.
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November 19.2009 SPORTS WWW.BGVIEWS.COM Kentucky can breathe Basketball hosts walk on tryouts, deep after escaping upset bid by Miami participants enjoy experience By Mall Bcl.,y Standing at 6'1, Shelton has "I was really impressed with the guys that Guest Reporter nothing to worry about in the By Will Gr.v.i "I've not really seen height department. But height tried out this year. We had bigger guys to The Associated Press The buzzer sounds as the bas- is not the only trait coaches anybody be positive ketball propels off the tips of the are looking for. Pat Haynes. choose from, like 6'4 and bigger. Typically LEXINGTON, Ky. — Darius Miller players' fingers almost in slow one of the managers for the kept waiting for lohn Calipeii to when you're down 18, motion, as the crowd grows team, gave insight to what the we get little guys. The bigger the better..." lose ii. silent with the anticipation of coaches really want to see in Standing In the huddle on but he was." another victory. Swoosh, the potential players. LaMonte Stone I Assistant Coach Monday nightwithNo. 4 Kentucky sound of nothing but net. A sea "They look for a good team trailing red-hot Miami (Ohio) by Darius filler | Forwatd of people in orange and brown player, not necessarily a star," not on the men's basketball ros- between the team members 18. the sophomore forward kept T-shirts rise to their feet, ecstat- Haynes said. "Someone that ter, but at the end of the day it's and the student, sharing a com- waiting for his coach to drop the that he probably could tell the ic that the home team won. won't shoot every shot, some- not just about skill, it's about a mon passion and athletic ability player-friendly approach and difference hut apparently didn't The life of a University stu- one that is kind of more humble strong team commitment. to play basketball. slart testing the physical limits of want to. Miller just shrugged. dent athlete may seem glamor and here for the team." "The main difference between "Walk-ons represent the stu- his clipboard "I couldn't tell you." he said, ous at first, but it takes hard Wiley Roberts is a key exam- good players and those on the dent body," Stone said. "The There was no tirade, the smiling. work to make the team. That's ple of this. While he is not on the team is dedication," Stone said. walk-on is theguy who is always Wildcats got something else It's a grin Miller could afford what many students found out roster, he is considered a part of 'These guys were recruited; at the rcc, they can identify entirely. after Kentucky 12-0) escaped when they attended the men's the team. At 57" and weighing they had to put in the time and with them. This is the under- Caiipari had been hoping for a the Hedllawks. who showed the basketball walk on tryouts. 140 pounds, Roberts is not your dedication to be here. They lift dog that has overcome so many moment like this early in the sea- \\ i Ideals there's plenty of work to This year is Ron Shelton's average college ball player, this at 7:30 a.m. and practice at 9 difficulties. When we're up in son, a chance for him to see how be done if they wani to live up second time trying out for the year's tryouts marked Roberts's a.m. until 12 p.m. almost every our games, it's the walk-on that his talented but largely inexperi- to their considerable preseason team. With the first semester third attempt to join the team. day of the week. That's dedica- the crowd wants to see play. So enced squad reacted to adversity hype. of Shelton's junior year coming Although Roberts did not make tion. We take the first six hours they may chant 'Wiley, Wiley,' lor the first time. For all the good Caiipari to a close, he is hoping for the it In previous years, he became of their day. A lot of walk-ons because they are really cheer- "I was ecstatic." Caiipari said. took from Kentucky's stirring best. one of the team's managers, don't understand that," Stone ing for him, and everything that And his team was shocked. rally, there was plenty of bad to "I think 1 did a pretty good and made a lasting impression said. he overcame." "I've not really seen anybody be go around. I he Wildcats let the job." Shelton said. "I was not on the coaches. Roberts seems to understand The sound of Shelton's peers positive when yuu'rcdnwn 18. bm Hedllawks make IS 3-pointers. trying to be the top scorer; I "Wiley is a kid that started what dedication is all about. He cheering for him during a game he was," Miller said. turned the hall over IS times and was just showing my knowledge out as a manager," Stone said. offered some advice as to what is one thing he would love to Caiipari evenly — but not only seemed to be comfortable of the game and also showing "ICoaches| would say, 'Hey, potential players like Shelton hear. harshly — challenged his players playing together on the floor for off my great passing and defen- come on and get in on the should prepare for. "The reason I want to be part to prove themselves. fleeting moments, sive abilities. Don't get it twist- drill,' and you know he really "Your attitude is important of the team is so I can do what The Wildcats responded with That includes Wall, who ed though. I could be a Kobe impressed us, not just with his and accepting your role as a I love, and that is being around an 18-3 run to get back in the finished with \B points, five Bryant and drop 81 points if 1 talent but with his attitude and walk-on," Roberts said. "You basketball," Shelton said. "I game before eventually winning rebounds and five assists but also have to." bow much he enjoyed his role, might have to sit out a few drills turned down joining frats and it 72-70 on freshman guard lohn four turnovers. Shelton noticed a few new even though it was limited. He or even the whole practice. You organizations because that is Wall's 15-foot jumper with OS sec- "He didn't play particularly things at this year's tryouts. brought enthusiasm to practice. have to be a hard worker and be not me. I'm basketball all day, onds left. well," Caiipari said. "He played Nearly 30 men showed up chas- "His role kept expanding and able to accept hard treatment, everyday. So if I can be a part The genesis for the rally came OK.' He didn't give the ball up ing after the same dream, walk- now he is a practice player. Who different than the scholarship of the men's team, then 1 could in the huddle during that first half early enough. There were prob- ing on to the BCIStJ's men's bas- knows what's next," Stone said. players'' join the only family on campus time-out, when Caiipari decided ably eight or nine chances be ketball team. Roberts' alarm rings at 7 That being said, Roberts can that I can relate to." a pat on the hack and a friendly could have given the ball to Uric "This year was a lot different a.m. almost every day just recall positive memories of the Shelton has already gotten a shove in the right direction would (Bledsoel earlier and let Eric make than last year," Shelton said. so he can practice with the way he has been treated by the response from the coaches. go a lot further than stomping his a play." "There was a lot more people team. He even organized his men's basketball head coach "I've heard back from the shoes on the Rupp Arena floor. Wall is hardly alone. While and competition this year. The class schedule around their Louis Orr. coaches last week," Shelton said. "If they need me and I know the Wildcats have embraced his coaches looked more interested daily practices. But he doesn't "Coach Orr looks out for me," "I had an interview and now I'm they're close to the edge. I'm not "dribble-drive" offense, they're in picking guys up to help the mind waking up early, he just Roberts said. "I remember once just waiting on the phone call going to push them over." Caiipari still struggling to learn how to team out than last year." wants to be around the game (he team got food delivered back to see if I made it or not." said. play together. Caiipari preaches Men's basketball assistant he loves. right before we were about to Until then it's a waiting His response was jarring for pushing the tempo, but ton often coach LaMonte Stone noticed "It's just me, I do what I want go on the road. They were in game. Roberts is happy as a the seven Wildcats left over from his players think it means racing the change as well. to do, and I love basketball," the locker room eating. I didn't practice player and likes trav- former coach Billy Gillispie's ten- up the floor and throwing up the "1 was really impressed with Roberts said. "That's why I stick order any food the previous day, eling with the team but he ure, when every mistake seemed first shot available whether its'a the guys that tried out this around. As long as I am around because I wasn't sure if I would is optimistic about becoming to be met with either sarcasm or good one or not year," Stone said. "We had big- basketball, I'm happy." be traveling with them. So I'm a full-fledged member of the disdain. "Our execution stinks because ger guys to choose from, like Roberts demonstrates the just silting there while they are BGSU's men's basketball team Miller dodged the question everybody is trying to get theirs." 6'4 and bigger. Typically we type of work ethic that the eating, the next thing I know in the future. when asked about the difference Caiipari said. "And when yon try get little guys. The bigger the coaches want to see in this Coach Orr walks in with a bag of "It's possible," Roberts said, between Caiipari and Gillispie. to get yours, you're not worried better. They are more physical year's potential walk-on candi- Wendy's, two hamburgers and a leaning back in his chair, smil- saying "I couldn't tell you." about the play you're worried and can compete more with dates. There may be good bas- fry," Roberts said. ing. "I mean anything is pos- When reminded by a reporter about gimme the ball! our big guys." ketball players at BGSU that are Tryouts serve as a bridge sible." M.. WWW.BGVIEWS.COM WORLD Thursday, November 19.2009 11
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Your friends are happy you didn't. tips to keep utility bills down for winter DESIGN EDITOR The following stage is depression - the By Morgan Addington-Hodgo stage where your tongue is just too tired to Reporter "Feel around your ucts available to be purchased to insu fight back and your brain is unable to come late the area under a door such as the Feeding yourself off campus for the first up with any probable reason why your hands Though the weather in Bowling windows. If you feel a Twin Draft Guard. Even just putting rime is a lot like eating a Warhead (which, would have put this horrid candy in your Gteen has been fickle this fall, the in a glass or plastic storm door adds a ironically, is a lot like going through the stages mouth in the first place. draft, you're losing heat." of grieving). winter is one constant no one can layer of protection, he said. But. just as you slide into the final stage of avoid — especially when it comes to Nick Hennessy | coordinator First, there's denial Keepny the now acceptance, the Warhead rewards you with a paying costly utility bills. You hold that Warhead in your hand, sweet wave that washes over your yearning For most students livingoff campus, money a student will spend on heat- Hennessy said that a good way to chuckle at the silly cartoon man on the front taste buds. they will likely have larger bills after ing their space, he said. keep hot water bills down is by insu and let the image of you, straight-faced and Being separated from the safety of your cranking up the heat with the lower Draft kits are a good way to insulate la ting water pipes. unaffected, dance in your mind as you pop always-there. fully prepared dorm food can temperatures and colder weather. a home, Hennessy said. Draft kits are Any time water pipes are exposed the candy into your mouth. You say. 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One They pride themselves on their Located at 445 E. Wooster, bedroom units with plenty of closet ( MECCA ""^ has been in business since high level of maintenance. John space and good size rooms. Two bed- Newlove Real Estate would like (^MANAGEMENT INC. j 1966. Greenbriar features both room units, roomy with large closets. the opportunity to help students Located at 1045 N. Main St. in same furnished and unfurnished Laundry room facilities, 24 hour main- houses, apartments, efficiencies find a suitable place for the best complex as A.A. Green Realty, and tenance, ample parking, cable hookup, possible price. Call John Newlove Marco's Pizza. Mecca offers several and town houses for student walking distance to drug stores, video Real Estate at 419-354-2260. Visit housing options to suit individual renters. Greenbriar offers MS stores, restaurants, and supermarkets. out website at www.johnnewlove- needs, plus commercial space and month academic leases, year One mile from BGSU campus. realestate.com storage units. leases, summer leases and limited Call 419-353-2772 • Erf., 1/2/3 bdrmapts. quantities of semester leases. • 3 bedroom townhomes Most of their units are located CARTY • 2/3 bdrm duplexes & houses ' ST. THOMAS MORE ") within one block of campus for RENTALS • Self storage units come with the students' convenience. Give NEWMAN HOUSING) regular or climate controlled Greenbriar, Inc. a call today at 419- Carty Rentals Office is located in with security gate and cameras 352-0717 or visit us online at Newman Housing provides unique Bowling Green at 316 E. Merry #3, • Friendly professional staff www.greenbriarrentals.com housing opportunities for students 2 blocks across the railroad tracks • 24 hr. full time experienced for all your housing needs. to help them nurture their spiritual- from Offenhaur towers on campus. maintenance • Open 8-5 Mon.-Fri. and 10-1 Sat. ity while studying at BGSU. Forming We have been in business for 41 friendships through community Stop by our office for complete list- years and have all our houses, that ings and some layouts, call us at 419- activities is one of the major focuses are large enough, grandfathered in of Newman Housing. It is conve- 353-5800 or visit us online at www. for multiple unrelated tenants over 3 meccabg.com (we do put in web COPPER BEECH niently close to campus and to stu- legally able to live in unit. John Carty specials off & on) TOWN HOMES dent budgets. Utilities are included features furnished or unfurnished in the rent. Free parking, cable, and It's a lifestyle that you won't want houses, apartments, efficiencies, ( OFF-CAMPUS wireless internet are additional to miss out on! We offer spacious and rooming houses. Prices are services to our residents. For more ^STUDENT SERVICES floor plans for a one bedroom affordable, ranging from SI 50.00- information, please contact Jessica apartment, as well as, a two, three $390.00 per month each. Whether Off-campus and commuter Haupricht at 419-352-7555 or e-mail or four bedroom townhome. Each students are looking for 9,10,12, or information may be found in the her at [email protected] bedroom has its own private bath 15 payment leases, Carty Rentals can Office of the Dean of Students or for increased privacy. Both accommodate you. All our proper- the Hazel H. Smith Off-Campus furnished and unfurnished units ties are located within 2 blocks from Lounge located on the 2nd floor C~ MID AM of the Bowen-Thompson Student are available. At Copper Beech, campus in quiet neighborhoods. we provide FREE internet and I MANAGEMENT Give Carty Rentals a call at 419- Union. You can also find information FREE cable to our residents. Located at 641 Third Street, #4, 353-0325 on-line at www.bgsu.edu/offices/sa/ Additionally, we provide a FREE has been operating for 21 years. offcampus.This information is free to shuttle service to BGSU until 9pm, They feature unfurnished apart- everyone. most weeknights. We also go the ments and duplexes at reason- extra mile to keep you involved able prices ranging from S300 FROBOSE C~ S SMITH in campus activities and the local to $600 per month. They also RENTALS I CONTRACTING, LLC community by offering FREE have houses on Wooster, Troup, Frobose Rentals specializes in Rental Office is located at 532 shuttle services to some campus and other locations. Mid Am houses close to campus. 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Each home has private Know your rights as a tenant. Call ments ranging in price from $504 They offer 8 1/2 month, summer, bedrooms with individual locks, 419-372-2951 or stop by the office at - $714 including heat with flexible and year leases. Living at this "Home washer/dryer units, microwave, refrig- 401 South Hall. leases. All apartments are single Away From Home," you will receive erator, stove, dishwasher and garbage story with private entry and patios. the benefit of a pool, picnic area, and disposal. These homes come fully fur- ( PREFERRED > Pets are welcome! Varsity Square a volleyball area. You can contact nished with basic living furniture and Apartments can be reached at Village Green at 419-354-3533. Visit each have their own patio/balcony I PROPERTIES CO. J 419-353-7715. www.villagegreen-bg.org area. The Enclave includes free water, www.varsitysquareapts.com Located at 530 S. 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With new rates BGSU Office of Residence Life, BGSU you at the housing fair or you can talk of $279/ month, The Enclave apart- IVYWOOD with them by calling 419-352-9135 Dining Services, BGSU Bookstore ments are filling up quickly for next year, www.bgstudenthousing.com APARTMENTS When: Thursday, Studios.l Bedrooms and 2 Bedroom f UNIVERSITY VILLAGE * November 19,2009 Apartments-Close to campus. It's (& UNIVERSITY COURTS 10:00am-2:30pm easy to feel at home in our comfort- able, single story apartments. With Located a short block south of cam- Where: NEWLOVE no neighbors above or below you pus, University Village and University Bowen Thompson - and the cushion of double-wall Courts apartments provide conve- Student Union RENTALS nient and affordable off-campus construction, your apartment home Lenhart Grand Ballroom Located at 332 S. Main St., has been is quiet, private world you enter housing for BGSU students and The BGSU Housing Fair is an faculty alike. 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By Megan Woodward Before While some Landlords will include all of b. Violations of zoning laws - "Bowling Reporter 1. Read the Lease those costs in total, others do not Green has a single family home zoning law "Make sure you read the entire lease, but 4 Roommate Agreement. that reguires only three unrelated people to remember if a lease is more that a few pages Although the housing fair is live together." Fleming said. that should be a red flag." "If you are signing a lease with others, today, students should be understand joint and several liability and c. Evictions - Know your rights and how aware of how Important it Landlords have to write the lease, so if its make sure you sign a roommate contract. you can get evicted. means to sign a lease. is really long, mate sure you reconsider and read all of what you are signing before com- It essentially is a year-long mitting. Fleming said After contract regulating how you During 1. Moving Out. live and when you pay, and 2. Shop Around. 1 Take pictures of your apartment before any violation can cost you in "Since we are in a 'Buyers Market.' do you move in. Return your apartment in the same con- more ways than just money not panic or pick the first place you see. 2. Ohio Landlord Tenant Law states there dition as you found it in Rodney Fleming, man- "Shop around look at all the opportunities is an additional agreement that gives you. 2. Provide Landlord written notice of around town before you make your final aging attorney at the the tenant, specific rights and responsibili- where to send your security deposit. selection" University's Student Legal ties. 3. Again, take pictures of your property. 5. Make sure you understand total costs Services, offered suggestions 5. Come to Student Legal Services if you "When you have proof of before and after. on the three stages of sign 'Remember to check all costs. Remember are experiencing any of these issues: there shoold be no issues with the Landlord." ing a lease that all students you have to pay for rent, utilities, and other a. Landlord not making repairs and Fleming said. "What we offer is enormous. "[Copper Beech] is great, especially if you want ricAvntown. The van also makes spe COPPER Compared to what our competi- cial trips to campus for events such as From Page 6 tors have, there is some things our to live with others, yet still have your own space. homecoming and football games. competitors cannot change about us, But Ckxxlnough said the shuttle is Sincclheir incept inn, they have been which is the size of our complex, the It's really good. It gives you a taste of life after not always reliable and tile schedule very popular. According to Bowers, 93 size of our units and the space we give can have "misleading information." percent of all apartments and (awn- Students to live in," Bowers said. college." Bowers said diis is the first time she homes are occupied for 2ixi9- it). This Former resident and 20091 Iniversity Stephanie Veselka | University graduate/former Copper Beech resident ever heard of this complaint. Other is only the second year where there graduate Stephanie Veselka said while than this, she said it is rare a resident have been vacancies. the rooms can have multiple residents, college." rently lives in a four-bedroom apart- comes to her with an issue. With 2tK) complexes (24 one and she still had her own privacy, as each But space is not the only advantage ment and is enjoying his new home "Most of the issues I seem to have two-bedroom units, (>4 three-bed- bedroom has its own bathroom. Q]ppei Beech hcUi over its uiitjeution since he moved in with his three are roommate issues or Iresidentsl not room and H8 four-bedroom town- "ICbpper lieechl is great, especially Bowers said the townhomes pres- friends this summer. paying their rent on time." she said. houses). Copper Beech has a distinct il you want to live with others, yet still ent competitive rental rates and prices "We pity IS294I a month aixl weget a lot Goodnough said tliis is just one advantage over other local units, have your own space. Irs really good," Compared to other complexes. In ofthtags, it evens out" (ioodnough said. inconvenience and has not ruined his Bowers said. she said, "it gives youataste of Hfe after addition to offering free cable, Internet, Copper Beech also has a shuttle sys- living experience at Copper Beech. laundry and the option of furnished tem that transports students back and TVcryonc's friendly ... It's enjoyable.' apartments, Copper Beech rales start forth fiom campus every half hour Goodnough said. "I would rccom 10 -11 at S294 a month. from ?;i() a.m. to 9:15 p.m. The shuttle mend ii to anyone who il suits." School Year Junior Mike Goodnough cur- departs on weekends to drive students Listings Available GREEN MEADOW APARTMENTS 1 or 2 Bedrooms available CARTY RENTALS Regularly priced at $369 - $469 (Some W/utilities included) 926 E Wooster 6 BDRM 303 E Merry 5/6 BDRM 6 • 9 • 12 Month leases available (All legally allowed to rent to over 3 on lease) and more Houses, Apts., & Efficiencies 214 Napoleon Rd. 419.353.0325 419-353-2772 WWW.BGVIEWS.COM Thursday. November 19.200913 DOLLAR Tips to protect From Page 7 your home season, and what better way to celebtate looking for than with a snowman apron? There are No matter where you live, your house or three different styles of aprons: a snow- apartment should be considered a safe living man with snowflakes, a Santa surrounded environment. Keeping it that way should be an apartment for by snowflakes and another Santa with a top priority his reindeer friends All of these are sold Sgt. Alan Carsey of the Bowling Green separately and are sure to put you in the Police Division offers some advice on how cookie-making mood. next year? to keep your home and valuables safe, which Napkins include the most important tactic: locking These napkins come in a set of two and your door m red. cream and green colors. They all While it might seem simple, many residents come with a holly plant imprinted details leave their door open when thinking they, These napkins add a festiveness that will or their roommates, will return shortly. This not take away from you other table de"cor makes residents vulnerable to theft Burglars The Wood County Napkin ring have a short, but great opportunity to enter a home if doors are kept unlocked or open. These napkin rings come in a set of Apartment Association Carsey said. four and add a bit more of a formal feel to would like you to keep in mind the holiday place setting. The shiny, red Other tips include: napkins can be found in all sorts of colors -Making sure your windows are closed and the following items when looking for and can be used all year round, giving you locked plenty for your $1 ■Closing your drapes, blinds and curtains to an apartment for the next school year. Placemats hide valuable electronics such as televisions, computers and stereos from the public •Never leave a spare key around the out- side of the house. ASK QUESTIONS ■If you are going to be gone for an extend ed amount of time, ask the post office to A lease is a binding contract. Before shopping for a place to live, suspend your mail, while having a friend pick If you don't get along with your roommate write down a list of questions it up in the meantime. Also, coordinate with a you may not be able to change the lease. you would like to ask. neighbor to take out/pick up trash receptacles These 15" by 19" placemats are sure to so they are not out for days. bring cheer to your holiday dining table -If you have a separate bedroom, lock all scheme for all of those delicious holiday valuables in there, especially when there are a meals The center is led and has a snow- large amount of people at the residence Not all leases are the same Is it quiet? Is the location flake pattern and the outside 5-inch border is lined with a red and green plaid detail Special Sections Editor Andy Ounelcom- and community/rental rules may be convenient for your needs? Ihis will match perfectly with the green piled this injoimation. different from the last place you lived. napkins and red napkin rings. ■n Take a look at the grounds, facilities m m Be sure you know what utilities and and parking. Drive by at night and Why settle for an Apartment? extra fees you may have to pay and budget check for lighting and activity. m Live in a HOUSE m for these additional expenses. Make sure the apartment fits your needs. close to campus! These are just a few helpful hints that will make finding an apartment or house easier. May & August Leases You may not be looking to sign a lease right away but start shopping early. m Available ysr There are a limited number of apartments and houses in Bowling Green. By shopping early, you have a better chance of finding a place that fits your needs. Call 419-352-6064 Come by the lit .SI I Housing Fair today in Olscamp Hall 101 for current listing m or go to www.froboserentals.com |£ from 10:00am to 2:30pm. It Is an easy way to check out all your housing options in one stop and enjoy refreshments sponsored by the m Wood County Apartment Association. These houses Take rental information home over the holidays m won *t (all TODAY! and review all of your options. last long FRO HO si; RENTALS If you have further questions about renting an apartment, email us at [email protected] and we will » W"i' on Mjn LjjQj QD QD ^^n ^^D ^™n ^^w on do the best we can to answer all questions. 12 WWW.BGVIEWS.COM Leasing your mind: what to know when signing a lease costs improvements. By Megan Woodward Before While some Landlords will include all of b. Violations of zoning laws - "Bowling Reporter 1. Read the Lease. those costs in total, others do not Green has a single family home zoning law "Male sure yuu read llie entue lease, but 4 Roommate Agreement. that reguires only three unrelated people to Although Ihe housing loir is fa lease is mote that a lew pages live together. Fleming said. .IJ be a ted flag.' "If you are signing a lease with others, today, students should be understand joint and several liability and c Evictions - Know yout rights and how Landlords have to write the lease, so if H aware of how important it make sute you sign a roommate contract. you can get evicted main ri! idei and means to sign a lease. read all i>l what vou are signing before com- It essential!) is a year-long muting. Fleming After contract regulating how you During 1 Moving Out. live and when you pay. and 2 Shop Around. 1 Take pictures of your apartment before any violation can cost you in "Since we ire m a 'Buyers Market.' do you move in Return your apartment in the same con- dition as you found it m more ways than |ust money not panic or pick the first place you see. 2 Ohio Landlord Tenant Law states there "Shop around look at all the opportunities Rodney Fleming man- is an additional agreement that gives you. 2. Provide Landlord wntten notice of around town before you make your fin.it aging attorney at the the tenant, specific rights and responsibili- where to send your security deposit. selection' University's Student Legal ties. 5 Again, take pictures of your property. 5 Make sure you understand total costs Services, offered suggestions 3. Come to Student Legal Services if you "When you have pioof of befoie and after, on the three stoics oi sign- 'ieck all costs. Remember are e«periencmg any of these issues there should be no issues with the Landlord." ing a lease thai all students you have to pay for rent, utilities, and other a Landlord not making repairs and Fleming said ANDYBALIES "What we oiler is enormous, "[Copper Beech] is great, especially if you want downtown. The van also makes spe COPPER Compared to what our competi- dal trips to campus lor events such as From Page 6 tors have, there is sunn- things our to live with others, yet still have your own space. homecoming and football games. competitors cannot change about us, lint Goodnough said the shuttle is Sinreuhefrinception, they have been which is the size of out complex, the It's really good. It gives you a taste of life after not always reliable and the schedule very popular. Vrxording to Bowers, 91 si/c i if our units and the space we giv e can have "misleading information." percent ol all apartments and town students to live in." Bowers said, college." Bowers slid this is the first time she 1)111111-. are occupied lor 2009-10. Ibis 11 n HUT resident and 20081 Irdversity :iper Beech resident ever beard of this complaint. Oilier is onK tin1 second year where there graduate Stephanie Yesclka said while than this, she said il is rare a resident have been vacancies. the rooms can have multiple residents. college." rently lives in a Ibiir-hedroom apart- comes to her with an issue. With _'IKI complexes (24 one and she still hail net own privacy .is each But space is not tiie only advantage ment and is enjoying his new home "Most of the issues I seem to have two bedroom units, ti-l three-bed- bedroom has its own bathroom. Copper beech holds ou'rilsa in lpetitioa since he moved in with his three are roommate issues or Iresidentsl not room and iw four-bedroom town- Copper Beechl is great, especiaUi Bowers said the lownhomes pres- friends this summer. paying their rent on lime." site said. houses . i topper Beech lias a distinct it sun want to live With others, yet -^1 ill ent competitive rental rates ami prices "V\fepay($294|amonmandwegetalol Goodnough said ibis is just one advantage ovet othei local units. have your own space. It's really good," compared to other complexes, In ol things. It e\ensotit."(<»Klnoii|4isiikl inconvenience and lias not ruined his Bowers said. she said. "It gives youataste of life after addition moth-ring free cable, Internet, Copper lieerh also has a shuttle sys living experience at < tapper Beech. laundry ami the option of furnished lem that transports students back and "Everyone's friendly... It's enjoyable. apartments, < upper licech rates start forth bom campus every half lii> tft* a* lake a look at the grounds, facilities JVil Be sure you know what utilities and and parking. Drive by ai night and Why settle for an Apartment? extra fees you may have to pay ami budget check for lighting and activity. m Live in a HOUSE for these additional expenses. Make sure the apartment fits your needs. close to campus! \m m These are just a few helpful hints that will make finding an apartment or house easier. May & August Leases You may not be looking to sign a lease right away but start shopping early. m Available m There are a limited number of apartments and houses in Bowling Cireen. m m By shopping early, you have a better chance of finding a place that fits your needs. Call 419-352-6064 Come by the BGSU Housing Fair today in Olscamp Hall 101 m for current listing m from 10:00am to 2:30pm. It is an easy way to check out all your or go to www.froboserentiils.com m m housing options in one stop and enjoy refreshments sponsored by the m m Wood County Apartment Association. Th e s 8 houses & lake rental information home over the holidays m won't Call 'IIIDW I and review all of your options. m lust I on H m m FROBOSK RENTALS m If you have further questions about renting an apartment, ml J&t email us at [email protected] and we will Mjpui mj QIO QD yB li3D OD OD LJJU) QB I3B £90 £jj3D do the best we can to answer all questions. 14 Thursday. November 19.2009 WWW.BGVIEWS.COM a student and it seems that a lot of and just bought a bunch of things." students Section O was not ethicaL RESIDENCE students da" "That's the main reason I wanted to USG "Do I know this is what every student From Page 4 From Page 6 Finally, students living in the cam- live in the campus-sponsored apart- wanted? No," he said. "But when you willing to recommend that we drop pus-sponsored apartments may ment this year, so I didn't have to have standard that we should all be able to have a student vote with zero 'no's', it that student's meal plan." choose to forgo a meal plan — and a meal plan," Smith said. agree upon." speaks volumes that this is what the While some students may dis- this is exactly what sophomore However, Smith said that if she New, more ethical suggestions were majority of students want." agree with the current meal plan rule, Danielle Smith has dona had the option to live off campus added to Section O. Current USG President Sundeep Waters believes the benefits of the For Smith, spending all of her meal this school year, then she would have Fust, city council eliminated interior Miugi said promoting privacy in city whole deal is worth it plan dollars was a stretch during her made that decision. inspections. homes was a great success for USG "I think it's helpful to not have to freshman year. "I think it [is| stupid," she said. "1 Second, apartments were removed He said he never wants to see students worry about what you're going to eat "I had like $600 left at the end of last mean, 1 can see having freshmen from the section's authority, leaving be taken advantage of. With the new or how you're going to get your food," school year," she said. "So on the last living on campus, but after that, it only houses to be inspected. philosophies of Section O, Mutgi said Waters said. "1 know I enjoyed it as day, 1 took a group of friends to Chili's should be the students' choice." Finally, McOmber said the new pro- this will help build a better and more posal would work to keep prices lower positive relationship with students in the local housing market by not hir- and the city. lems with roommates is when and have no arguments about who ing new staff as inspectors. The changes were finally accepted WHETHERHOLT one is in a relationship and wants finished off the Pop Tarts or who left "In these situations, where people by the committee and the new Section From Paqe 10 to have the room to themselves. half an ounce of orange juice in the are adamantly entrenched on both O was presented to the City Council Sometimes this'situation can cause carton. sides, 1 try to see if there is some com- last spring. unrelated roommates can live in a rift between the two roommates, My roommates and I employed promise that would be acceptable to The final draft of Section O is cur certain houses. so I can only suggest that before this method the first year we lived both sides," McOmber said. "If both rently under the consideration of the As a person who enjoys his pri- this becomes a problem, sit down together. After a while, we realized sides can live with the result, it might council, who is waiting until early next vacy and prefers to rock a bedroom with your roomie and figure out that there were certain things that be a pretty good solution." year (when their new terms begin) solo, this is a big issue. some ground rules to help battle there seemed to always be a surplus A committee of about a dozen local to cast their final votes for the newly Some people stuck in the room- this problem. of, like salsa, and as a result, made leaders (representing both sides) were worded Section O. sharing situation can get by, though. Finally, food sharing, or lack of, is it community. This can be a touchy comprised and informed to vote on With a victory in changing Section O Many living preferences need to lie usually a topic of discussion in most thing for some people, so take some the new proposal. They were also and hope for the future, Basch couldn't researched among the room-shar- student houses. time and figure out what's what with told to work out the final issues and help but celebrate the victory for USG. ing roommates first, such as do they As a general nile, if you are mov- the food situation before just saying problems before taking the proposal "When you get a win like this, it's the like to fall asleep with some kind ing in with people for the first time that it will be a communal kitchen. to city council. Members involved reason why we did this and why we of white noise like a television or and don't have a grasp on how So, before hitting the housing in the process included McOmber, continue to do USG," Basch said. "We stereo? Do they stay up all night and things will be with them, I would market, be selective about who you 1 leminger, the last Side Neighborhood knew we were doing our job and it sleep all day or vice versa? Or are suggest that the food sharing is cut room with, as you will be stuck with Association, local landlords and USG. comes down to the fact that we need they messy or neat freaks? off completely. It is easier to just them for the next nine months to a Last December, then- USG president ed to do what we did. If we didn't, we One of the most common prob- have everyone buy their own things year. With that said, happy hunting. John Waynick was convinced by the would have left a lot of people down." visit us out online @ When thinking about saving money less energy, shine brighter and bum at UTILITIES on electrical bills, I lennessy said the a cool touchable temperature. From Page 3 first thing tenants should do is to use Hennessy said that one of the big WWW. BGViews .com decent savings that come from that." compact fluorescent light bulbs. gest money-savers is to turn off lights he said. "The prices have gone down a lot, when you're not using them. It may Another way to save on hot water is even just from last year," he said seem simple and easy, but the savings to use a water heater blanket, which I le said the price of LED light bulbs add up he said. S.Smith Contracting. LLC will keep the water heater wann. has lowered substantially and they "This probably goes without saying,' Burning down the bulb can be very useful during the holiday Hennessy said. "Don't use unneces 532 Manville Ave. season. The bulbs use over 80 percent sary lights." (419)352-8917 Office open 10-2 Mon-Fri WALK TO CLASS! Ashdon Apts. ACROSS FROM KOHL HALL 850 Scott Hamilton 920 E. Wooster St. 2 In Apt. S695.00 • Large Contemporary 2 BR Apts 1 br. Apt. S495.00 w/ fireplace • Furnished, air conditioned Free oil street parking. • Quiet building - only 4 units Furn/Unlurn. (no add'l charge) Clean, freshly painted, • Located on South (College well maintained. 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