Friday, NovemberNEWS 9, 2007 Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 1 Rock fourseome “The South’s Liveliest College Newspaper” M u t e M a t h performs with Volume 93, Issue 15 a passion at the 32 pages Tabernacle. ONLINE www.nique.net Page 15 TECHNIQUEServing Georgia Tech since 1911 Architect submits Tech Rec proposal ES&T explosion triggers false emergency alert By Arcadiy Kantor Opinions Editor

Th e Tech Police Department mistakenly distributed an emergency notifi cation in- structing students to evacuate campus in response to a chemical explosion in the Ford Environmental Science and Technology building Th ursday afternoon. “We got a report of an explosion of a chemical operation on the second fl oor,” said Bill May of the Atlanta Fire Depart- ment. “On our arrival we did evacuate the ES&T building.” At some point after the building had already been evacuated, Tech’s recently installed emergency notifi cation system distributed an announcement reading, “Evacuate campus immediately and tune to local media for additional information.” Th e message was followed less than 10 minutes later by another, instructing students to disregard the notifi cation. “Th e [fi re department’s] incident com- mander felt [the explosion] was contained in By Brian Casey /S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS the one building and it was not necessary to Above: students enjoy T ech Rec’s pool tables. Right: the pro- expand that evacuation,” May said. posed multipurpose room and lounge (shaded purple) will “Th e text message was triggered in er- force the tables to move into the back (shaded green). ror; we don’t know how or why,” said James Courtesy of ai3, inc. Fetig, assistant vice president of Institute By Craig Tabita Rec. All students are encouraged an interim design, but should accomodating parties when the Communications and Public Aff airs. “An News Editor to stop by and give their feedback it be carried out, the biggest entire Tech Rec space gets rented investigation will take a look at that to on the drawings before the fi nal consequence will be the reloca- out. Besides being able to be used determine what happened.” When the Student Center design is implemented. Th e time tion of the billiards tables in the in conjunction with the other Th e false alarm is the fi rst time the new came forward in July with a pro- is limited by the fact that the front to the back area currently Tech Rec resources, it would be system has been used since its launch in posal to convert part of the Tech architect has only been retained occupied by air hockey and table an alternative to the frequently August. Most students received the notifi ca- Rec space into a multipurpose through Th anksgiving. Should tennis. rented-out Student Center Ball- tions successfully. “Th e good news is that room, the exact details remained any major changes to the plans In place of the tables will be room and other similar locations it appeared to work; most people followed vague and yet to be fl eshed out. occur after then, additional fees the multipurpose room and a around campus. the instructions,” Fetig said. Th e picture became clearer will be imposed. lounge. Th e entrance will also But a drawback is that some However, the fact that the fi rst alert this week as ai3 Inc., the ar- Th e architect will also be be extensively renovated to make current parts of Tech Rec may students received is a false one could reduce chitecture fi rm retained by the attending Tuesday’s meetings the facility more inviting from be eliminated to make space the new system’s eff ectiveness in the event Student Center for this project, of the Undergraduate House of the outside and a bigger draw for for the proposed design. It has of an actual emergency. presented its proposal for the Representatives and the Gradu- Student Center pedestrians. yet to be determined where air “Is it embarrassing? Yes. Are we con- space. Students are now being ate Student Senate to present the Th e multipurpose room is hockey and table tennis will be cerned about the credibility of the system? asked for feedback regarding the proposal to each chamber of SGA intended to be able to accomo- relocated. Absolutely,” Fetig said. new design. and all students are encouraged to date approximately 60-70 people “If [the multipurpose room] According to May, one minor injury Next week full details of the attend those meetings as well. and could be used for purposes occurred, as a result of the explosion, which changes will be on display in Tec Th e plan is currently labelled ranging from dance classes to See Tech Rec, page 7 involved the chemicals tetrahydrofuran, acetonitrile, and sodium. Th e injured person was not transported to a hospital. UHR debates two-thirds funding rule In response to a reported explosion, the Atlanta Fire By Emily Chambers organizations were restricted in best judgment to do our jobs or if the legislative responsibilities of Department evacuated the Senior Staff Writer their funding based only on their we just let policy blindly dictate the House, making the process ES&T building yesterday. tier, need and the item request- what we do,” Ray said. automated. Th e Undergraduate House ed. However, In previ- While no organizations had of Representatives debated for the recently ous years, the come forward to argue that over an hour this week about the amended JFC “This issue we are House ha s the two-thirds restriction was regulations placed on the House policy fur- considering here entertained prohibitive to their needs, many by the Joint Finance Policy. ther restricted lengthy de- representatives expressed the Specifically, the debate was capital outlay is how we do our b a t e o v e r concern that expensive capital over policy mandating that the expenditure, jobs...or if we let fi nancial mi- requests would be eliminated, as House fund only two-thirds of capping the nutia, actively groups would be unable to fund any capital outlay requests made available fund- policy...dictate choosing what even a third of the price without by student organizations. ing at two- what we do.” percentage of the help of Student Government Student organizations can thirds. requests to al- Association. Organizations are request funds from two diff erent Represen- George Ray locate fund- responsible for raising the fi nal accounts. Th e fi rst is the prior year tative George ing to. This one-third of their capital needs account, which is used for short Ray and Sena- Third-year PUBP year the House on their own. Th ey have the term or single use expenses such t o r G r a n t has been much options of fundraising, raising as travel and registration fees. Farmer submitted a bill pro- more willing to simply amend organizational dues, achieving Th e second is the capital outlay posing an amendment to the a bill to meet JFC policy and corporate sponsorships or re- account, which funds long term current JFC policy, striking the pass all financial allocation questing money from the Student multiple use expenses, such as two-thirds rule. “Th e issue we requests. Proponents of the Foundation. SGA is expected to athletic uniforms and techni- are considering here is how we amendment argued that the cal equipment. In prior years, do our jobs, whether we use our two-thirds mandate eliminated See Debate, page 2 By Craig Tabita /S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS 2 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique NEWS

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penalizing organizations based on responsible for maintaining available limited to two-thirds the amount and co-author of the bill. from page 1 their inability to fundraise, which is funds to organizations throughout of their capital outlay requests ac- While the bill did not technically Debate discriminatory,” Arya said. the year. Should SGA be unable to cording to JFC policy, it is possible pass the legislative process, it is the be a last resort in their attempts to Representative Carlos D’Almeida fund all requests, the mandatory stu- for the bodies to suspend the bylaws hopes of its proponents that it will raise capital. presented the counter argument. dent activity fee could be raised. and fund a request in full. encourage more discussion over all Representative Chirag Arya “This policy was set as a last resort The House passed the bill with “Essentially if an organization bills, including financial allocations, presented an argument for the as a means to help organizations a vote of 29 in favor and 12 against. can prove that their expenditure will in both bodies. amendment using economies of that come to us receive a specified, This will merely stand as the opin- benefit the entirety of campus, and “Getting new representatives scale, stating “Bigger organiza- non-discriminatory amount. In my ion of the House, as the Graduate not just one person or one organi- to speak on issues of policy like tions have a clear advantage when mind, it seems unbelievable that Student Senate failed the bill. zation, then they should be able to this makes them more comfortable it comes to dues, fundraising and there are organizations that would be In order for any changes to be get full funding. For example, the speaking to the House, makes them networking. That makes it easy completely unable to find any other made to the bylaws of SGA or the astronomy club that was funded in more active. I think it helps them for large organizations to have money,” D’Almeida said. JFC policy, both bodies must have full this week will allow anyone to get the idea that we have a vested capital bases, but more difficult for The two-thirds requirement was passed the bill with a two-thirds use their equipment. They are provid- interest in what we are doing here, smaller organization to have the designed to help limit the financial majority. ing a service to all of campus,” said and that what we vote on is part of same advantage. We are effectively allocations made by SGA, which is While organizations are still Grant Farmer, Graduate Senator something bigger,” Ray said. BARCELONA : 7 MAY TO 21 JULY 2008

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Undergraduate House of Representatives Council UHR passes three funding bills

Th e fi rst bill voted on was the Appointments to the Joint Campus Clippings Organizations Committee. Th e bill was divided, separating out those achach week,week, electedelected membersmembers ofof thethe houseshouses ofof thethe StudentStudent GovernmentGovernment members who had contacted the EAssociation (SGA) meet to consider allocation bills and talk about campus Nominations Chair Leah McCor- issues. Here are summaries of those meetings. mick into a second bill. However, the Graduate Student Graduate Student Senate Senate (GSS) passed the bill in its original form, and as such, a divided bill would have been sent GSS fails JFC changes to conference committee, where the GSS would have only had one By Corbin Pon bill to compare to the House’s two. Assistant News Editor Bills passed Th e House then reconsidered the • Joint Allocation to Tech Water Polo bill, re-unifi ed it, and postponed it Th e Graduate Student Senate • Joint Allocation to Men’s Lacrosse until next week’s meeting. (GSS) convened on Tuesday to Club Th e second bill was the Ap- consider four bils. Executive Vice pointments to the Institute Wide President Carl Yerger presided • Joint Allocation to Tech Astronomy Committees, version B. Th is bill, over the session, which began with Club which was split from last week’s reports from the executive offi cers By Jon Drews / S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS corresponding appointment bill, and senators. Representative Michael Pascutti speaks at the meeting of the Un- was yet again split, separating those Th ere was an announcement Bills failed dergraduate House of Representatives. The UHR passed fi ve bills. who had contacted McCormick and about proposed renovations to the • Joint Resolution to Amend the those who had not into two diff erent Tech Rec to make it a more all pur- Policy of the Joint Finance Committee By Emily Chambers Bills passed bills, sections B and C respectively. pose space. Th e architects would be Senior Staff Writer • Appointments to the Institute Section B, containing those offi cers meeting with students to get their ment in Arizona. Th ey requested Wide Comittees (Section B) with approval, passed, while section input on the project. travel expenses and entry fees for 13 Th is week’s meeting of the Under- C was postponed to next week. Th e committee report on Health members. Th e bill passed 34-0. graduate House of Representatives • Joint Allocation to GT Men’s Th e third bill, and the fi rst fi nan- Services reported that the student Th e third bill up for consider- saw three funding bills pass as well Lacrosse cial allocation of the evening, was health insurance steering commit- ation was the Joint Allocation to the as the continuation of committee • Joint Allocation to GT Water Polo the Joint Allocation to GT Men’s tee would be meeting to discuss Astronomy Club. Th ey requested appointments that started last week, Lacrosse. Carl Wilson, a second-year insurance matter for next year and $1206.26 for sky charts, binoculars, but the majority of the meeting con- • Joint Allocation to the GT As- Industrial Design major, spoke for Fall 2009. a telescope and a telescope building sisted of a vociferous debate over a tronomy Club the organization, which was request- Th e Student Activities Commit- kit. Th e Joint Finance Committee proposed change in the policy of the • Joint Resolution to Amend the ing capital outlay funds to purchase tee reported that they chartered 10 (JFC) recommended cutting the Joint Finance Committee. Policy of the Joint Finance Committee new safety pads. Th e House passed new organizations. spending by two-thirds based on the Th e meeting began with an- the bill, allocating two-thirds of the Th e fi rst bill up for discussion capital expenditures policy. nouncements from Anu Parvatiyar, no-one graduating before Spring group’s total expenses or $2,240. was the Joint Allocation to Men’s Th ere was debate on whether to undergraduate student body presi- 2009,” Parvatiyar said. Next the house considered Lacrosse Club. Th e team was asking make an exception to the policy, be- dent. Parvatiyar informed the House Th e fi rst legislative action of the the Joint Allocation to GT Water for new shoulder and arm pads. Th ey cause the Astronomy Club requested that Tech would be sponsoring six evening was a motion by represen- Polo. Th e club recently beat the had requested pads three years before a similar bill in the Spring semester student leaders to attend an ACC tative George Ray to suspend the University of Georgia at regionals, and the warranty on the pads had but complications prevented them wide conference this spring to discuss bylaws and move a bill that would and was requesting funds to travel to expired. Th e amount requested was from claiming the money. ACC wide initiatives. All campus amend the current Joint Finance Arizona, as well as registration fees ammended to two-thirds of the total Th e senators debated whether leaders will be encouraged to apply to Policy. Th e motion passed, and for the National Championships cost, $2,240. Th e bill passed 31-1. GSS was responsible for the compli- the conference, however, “we request the bill was considered at the end held there. Th e next bill was the Joint Al- cations or the club. Th e GSS voted to that whoever goes have at least a full of new business this week, a week Varun Prasad, the Joint Finance location to Water Polo. Th e team year at Tech after the conference to before its scheduled discussion in qualifi ed for the national tourna- See GSS, page 6 share what they learn, so we request the House. See UHR, page 6

sliver www.nique.net/sliver Mitch is a wannabe tyrant It’s pronounced “may-lay”. Not “mee-lee”, you clown. all hail the baron! Why are bicycles being ridden on the sidewalk when there is a road right there? Get your bike off the sidewalk! Or you should get a ticket! Bio test the day after Halloween and the day of a football game, who does that?! NaNoWriMo...look it up! Th is is ridiculous. I can’t do this anymore. Talk to me. would john stein stop sending me emails? if cs2110 was a woman i’d beat it with a stick WREK broadcaster: “Here Tech students boo the VT cheerlead- ers”... COME ONE PPL... cant boo cheerleaders... COME ONNNNNN!!! in a matter of 8 minutes of play: avoid touchdown in red zone, fumble, give the touchdown AND an interception i mean, yea they went through a tragedy a while ago but this is noway to show that you care!!! I’ll pay an extra $300 in my tuition for next semester so that we can get and eye check up on our QB How do you know when your football team sucks? When you’re playing one of the biggest games of the season and the announcers are discussing teletubbies... And if I could kill you with string cheese, wishful thinking, and toothpaste, I would! We need Michael Vick for the UGA game He knows how to beat Dawgs I want a Volkswagen Scirocco. Th ey’re cool cars, plus I can say “I drive a Scirocco!” Sha-rok-o...you must admit it sounds awesome. Th ere’s two ways to fi x the ratio.... attract more girls or kill of the guys pike throws drinks at girls AMANDA! You should start paying attention in class and stop watching me facebook! 4 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique NEWS HTS class uses English Ave. area for hands-on study By Emily Chambers of Marrietta Street almost all the way Senior Staff Writer to Spellman campus. The neighborhood crime rates are Tech students will have a unique some of the highest in the city, despite opportunity next Spring to partici- increased efforts by groups such as pate in a service learning course. The the English Avenue Public Safety History, Technology and Society Committee. As of 2005, there have course will be called Semester in the been significant redevlopment plans City and will focus on the history, sponsored by the city of Atlanta, demography and social issues facing focusing on maintaining the historic the English Avenue neighborhood nature of the community while still that borders Tech’s west campus. improving the residential zones and The idea for a service based edu- the peripheral business areas. cation option While there was initiated by is significant Anu Parvatiyar, “If you understand housing devel- undergraduate opment in the student body the personality of community, “the p r e s i d e n t . area hasn’t expe- a neighborhood... By Ben Keyserling / STUDENT PUBLICATIONS Parvatiyar ap- rienced real gen- Volunteers work on a yard in the English Avenue area during last month’s TEAM Buzz community ser- proached the then you are better trification yet, vice event. A new HTS course created by the Honors program will study the area in greater depth. Honors program equipped to help.” mainly due to about creating a the crime”, said discussion and Adrea Ashmore, during phase two registration will people who will one day be in leader- urban anxiety among students and service based Greg Nobles director of Tech be available to the general student ship positions, and far too often those parents, and with this class we do seminar. Director, Honors Program Partnerships and body. making policy don’t understand the want to be able to give people an idea The English co-teacher of the “The quality of work that the stu- people who are effected by it. I think of what it is like to be in a changing Avenue com- course. dents do will direct what the projects it is important for policy makers to neighborhood like this. We want munity was chosen for the class’s The class will be co-taught by are, and how the class is directed. know these people as human beings, to emphasize that people should project focus based on its proximity Greg Nobles, the director of the Really, we want to combine the intel- and that will be the central issue of not be afraid, but should also not to campus as well as the extensive Honors program and Ashmore. lectual and personal components of the course, getting to know both be foolish,” Nobles said. campus involvement already within Students will research the history of the class,” Nobles said. the policy and the personality of a The class is also intended to help the community. Tech organizations English Avenue, speak with members The class is intended not only to community,” Nobles said. students re-think volunteer work. “I and staff have already sponsored of the community and design ser- aid the English Avenue community In order to cope with the safety don’t think that you can go in and job fairs, canned food drives and vice projects ranging from physical and the students in the class but also concerns raised when students help an individual without under- clothing drives. building within the neighborhood the Atlanta community as a whole. venture off the patrolled bubble of standing the bigger issues facing Last year there was an organiza- to creating policy proposals that will Nobles has taught similar classes in Tech campus, the class has been the community. If you understand tion founded to work specifically benefit the residents. the past and he explained that creat- scheduled in the early afternoon the personality of a neighborhood, with the English Avenue Commu- While the class is currently only ing competent, connected future and all students will be required to understand the poverty crisis, then nity, the Agape project. The neigh- open for registration to Honors policy makers is the true focus. travel and work in pairs. you are better equipped to help” borhood physically runs from south Program students, any open spaces “I like to think of Tech students as “I think there is a lot of anti- Nobles said.

sliver www.nique.net/sliver Dear Blondie, please buy your own crap. I’m tired of your mooch- ing. I’m really really afraid McCoy is going to eat me. No REALLY, McCoy is capable of eating someone. I wish I could pay attention in Bio--okay thats a lie. Dear idiot, You lay with dogs you wake up with fleas. Its just karma. Cute boy dressed as Link: I want to have your babies. could you elaborate on this beatiful boy you see at the crc and center street, I might know him There was no game against VA Tech. If we don’t acknowledge it, it doesn’t exist. -Mr. Chunks- Mr. Chunks saw Drunk Clough at a Halloween party, drunk of course. the crc fitness staff ladies are a bunch of hotties!-from a coworker

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LAWN’s separate networks cause BreakingBreaking thethe some to experience wireless woes Bubbleubble By Corbin Pon lot of things went on outside Assistant News Editor Athe bubble of Tech in the past week. Here are a few important events taking place throughout With the installation of access the nation and the world. 15 days. points for Tech’s Local Area Wire- Five spacewalks were planned less/Walkup Network (LAWN) in with one being for preparing the residence halls, the Offi ce of Venezuelan students Harmony’s external fi tting and Information Technology (OIT) has shot during protest two for moving the 35,000-pound received complaints from students When student protesters re- array. The fourth spacewalk would who have lost connectivity when turned to campus after a march be to test repair techniques for the using the new network. Students opposing President Hugo Chavez’s shuttle’s external heat tiles, and using LAWN in the residence halls plan to rewrite the nation’s consti- the fi fth would be for prepping the had their computers tell them they tution, they were fi red on, resulting station for the December visit of were connected, but they couldn’t in two gun-shot injuries reported space shuttle Atlantis. get the Internet to work. Bloomberg. Seven more victims The first three spacewalks went off without any issues, but Th e issues stem from the fact that had other injuries, according to a university offi cial. The incident problems caused the mission the access points in the residence managers to change the plans for halls, being setup by ResNet, and the occurred at the campus of the Uni- versidad Central de Venezuela. Lo- the rest of the mission. access points for the rest of campus By Ben Keyserling / S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS cal television station, Globovision, The rotary joint that rotated are connected to diff erent virtual Students use their laptops in Jazzman’s in the Library West Commons. broadcasted images of protesters the right-side solar arrays was local area networks (VLAN). OIT has been receiving complaints regarding LAWN connectivity. running for cover. found to contain metal shavings, “Say you’re associated with the The students marched across suggesting the joint was grinding ResNet VLAN... and you move to from the campus has been positive fi ve percent of the usage being downtown to the Supreme Court itself down. The fourth spacewalk a location that would normally put said Sanders. However, Sanders students. building to petition for a delay to a was changed to examine the joint, you on the other VLAN, [there is sup- did say that the last survey OIT Th e diff erent VLANs that service planned December 2 referendum but when opening the relocated port] that keeps you on the [VLAN] conducted was over a year and a the ResNet access points and the to modify the nation’s constitu- solar array, a snagged wire tore you were on, so you don’t get a new other campus access points were tion. The changes would include two holes in the solar array. The IP address and you don’t have to created to help with problems from eliminating presidential term spacewalk plans then changed to repair the array. reauthenticate [your computer]. “It turns out that expanding the size of LAWN. limits, easing the seizure of private property and reducing the power Of the seven member crew What we’ve seen is that in a very students really “We were looking for a solution who flew aboard Discovery, small number of cases there are some to deal with scalability. We knew of state governments. wanted to be “We are making a call to the Daniel M. Tani remained aboard folks, who... get into a state where we were adding ResNet, and we the station. They brought back the controller hasn’t fully decided owners of the mass media, to the untethered, to be knew more and more students were students, to the leaders of the op- Clayton Anderson, who had been which [VLAN the user] should be coming with laptops and other de- albe to roam around position political parties ‒ enough living and working on the station on.... While I think this is happening vices with WiFi. We also knew we already,” Carreno said. since June. somewhat frequently, I don’t think their room.” couldn’t continue to grow a single The end of the mission sets off it’s rampant,” said Matt Sanders, fl at network as large as it needed to a scramble aboard the Interna- research scientist at OIT. Ron Hutchins be,” Sanders said. Space shuttle tional Space Station to prepare OIT says that the only feedback Currently, there are 1932 total Discovery lands safely for the next mission. There are they are getting from the problem OIT Chief Technology Offi cer access points for all of LAWN. He three spacewalks planned for is coming from their helpdesk and expects there to be well over 2000 On Wednesday, the space the three-person crew to get the they estimate there to be a few cases half ago, and it is time to do another access points when ResNet instal- shuttle Discovery landed at the station ready for a new laboratory a week. OIT is currently working Kennedy Space Center, reported module, known as Columbus. survey. lation is done. The New York Times. Commander It will be brought aboard the on the problem and they have open OIT began collecting data on “We started out LAWN as one Pamela A. Melroy landed Discov- space shuttle Atlantis on a mis- case with the Cisco Technical As- LAWN in 1999. On a daily basis contiguous network until it grew ery shortly after 1 p.m., ending sion that will launch as early as sistance Center. there are over 10,000 unique users the mission that lasted just over December 6. Overall, the response to LAWN logging onto LAWN, with eighty- See LAWN, page 6 Write for us! No experience necessary! Just show up!

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UHR from page 3 Chair, recommended that the or- ganization be funded $1,750. The House amended per the JFC recom- mendation, and the bill passed. The final financial bill voted on by the House was the Joint Allocation to the GT Astronomy club. The organi- zation was requesting capital outlay funds to purchase new equipment, including specialized binoculars, a sky map, as well as telescope kits and equipment. The Joint Finance Chair recom- mendation was $1,206.26, also two-thirds of the bill. However, unlike the previous capital outlay bill, the House chose to suspend the bylaws for consideration, and instead passed the bill with the full funding requested by the organization. The final bill of the night was the Amendment to the Joint Finance By Colin Ake / STUDENT PUBLICATIONS Policy, which had been moved into new business earlier in the evening. Representative Carlos D’Almeida makes an argument in favor of the The bill specifically pertained to the JFC’s two-thirds funding policy during Tuesday’s UHR session. portion of the new JFC policy dictat- ing that all tier three organizations that the policy was restrictive and much debate of the nature and receive only two-thirds of any capital prohibitive to smaller organizations need of JFC policy, the bill passed expenditure needs. The co-authors that might be unable to do sufficient the House. However, as the bill had of the bill, Representative George fund-raising to cover one-third of previously been failed in the Senate, Ray and Senator Grant Farmer, felt their capital expenditures. After the amendment was not effected.

not to have to require that [the user] from page 3 from page 5 install a piece of software on [their] GSS LAWN machine,” Hutchins said. keep to the JFC recommendations, so big that we couldn’t support it When LAWN was first con- and the bill passed at two-thirds of anymore, and we had to divide it structed, mobility within the resi- the requested amount, 32-1 with into two. The logical place to divide dence halls wasn’t a consideration, two abstentions. it was ResNet and the rest of the because every bed had a Ethernet The final bill was the Joint Resolu- campus,” said Ron Hutchins, as- connection said Hutchins. Students tion to Amend the Policy of the JFC. sociate vice provost for research and wanted access to LAWN and at The bill concerned the two-thirds technology and Chief Technology first the common areas were given cap the JFC imposed on capital Officer for OIT. access points. expenditures. After debate for both He said that the current condition “Once the common areas were sides of the issue, the bill failed to of LAWN is the way it is now because built out, it turns out that students pass, 5-19 with one abstention. of past considerations. really wanted to be untethered, to be The fact that the GSS failed this “When we first started out this able to roam around their room, their bill was significant because the UHR, project, I wanted to see us build neighbors room without having to

By Jon Drews / STUDENT PUBLICATIONS after much debate, ended up passing out a wireless network that did [reconnect]. So, [OIT] partnered up it during their session later that day; not introduce a single proprietary with Auxiliary Services and Housing howtime: Big Boi of Outkast performs during the half time show as a result, the UHR’s passing of the product that we had to make people of the Tech-Virginia Tech football game on Thursay, Nov. 1. to do a wireless build out across the S bill was not binding. buy... and I wanted authentication dorms,” Hutchins said. NEWS Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 7

HE EW ECH EC RCHITECT S KETCHES Sketches courtesy of ai3, inc. T N T R : A ’ S These four skectches show the proposed design of Tech Rec. The design is yet to be finalized, with a period of student feedback occurring next week.

Clockwise from top left: To replace the current en- trance to Tech Rec, the new entrance will contain a more open view of the interior of the facility from the outside as well as lounge seating and decorative walls, intended to catch the eye of passers-by in the Student Center and make them aware of the facility’s presence.

The new multipurpose room, located in the front where bil- liards tables currently stand, is projected to be a highly flexible space used for a range of activi- ties from dance and martial arts classes to parties, meetings and luncheons. The room will have a moveable glass wall and will hold between 60-70 people.

For the gaming lounge, the current plan and sketches show five gaming stations with a flat panel display and a double sided sofa lounge at each gaming sta- tion.

The biggest change to the bowling lanes will be the addition of bleacher-style seating in the area, as well as large projection screens above each lane.

upgrade is to broaden the appeal of “The purpose of the multipurpose a third-year Industrial Engineering Commons and hang out, or you go from page 1 Tech Rec among students. According studio is to allow other people from major, could have counted himself in upstairs to grab a bite to eat. But you Tech Rec to the architect’s report, “Tech Rec outside the Tech Rec community to that group until, as a member of the don’t really hang a right [to enter was just another option or an addition doesn’t cater to all students, [it’s] use our space, which is kind of odd Student Center Program’s Council Tech Rec],” Sharma said. to the space, then yeah, we’ll take only a destination for those that are because they’re not using our space he was recruited to be among the first “We hope to get some more T.V.’s it, but it’s not just another option, into gaming, pool, and bowling.” to do our stuff, they’re using it to do group of students to see the architect’s and seating and events happening we’re getting rid of something to Therefore, the multipurpose room their stuff,” said Matthew Postema, proposal and give feedback. there, so when you have some free have that in its place,” said Scott is touted as as method to bring new second-year STAC major and Tech “I could be one of the majority time between classes you’ll go to McGraw, a second-year Mechanical visitors to the facility on a more Rec employee. of people that just don’t go there. If Tech Rec and hang out, and maybe Engineering major and Tech Rec regular basis. A 2007 Auxiliary Services survey you go to the Student Center you bowl.... When I saw the plans, I just employee. Employees at Tech Rec don’t nec- shows that 54% of respondents never probably hang a left to check your felt like it was just conducive to a bet- A major intention of this planned essarily see that as a good thing. visited Tech Rec, and Abi Shama, mail and go to the Student Center ter environment,” Sharma said.

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“The South’s Liveliest College Newspaper” Quote of the week: “The thing that makes you exception- OPINIONS TECHNIQUE al, if you are at all, is inevitably that Serving Georgia Tech since 1911 which must also make you lonely.” Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 —Lorraine Hansberry

OUR VIEWS CONSENSUS OPINION Input needed The Student Center, which this summer made plans to reno- vate and dramatically alter Tech Rec, received an architect’s proposal for a new design for the facility this week. The new design has been in the works for several months, but Student Center management is only now beginning to solicit student feedback on the changes. Prior to this week, only a few students were aware of the planning process, and due to the timeline of the architect’s work effort students now have only one week to make suggestions about the proposal. This is clearly an inad- equate amount of time for any meaningful input. Unfortunately, this failure to solicit student feedback on major decisions seems to be endemic to the administration of late. When administrators began investigating changes to the undergraduate curriculum, a process that will affect more than 12,000 students, only a few students were invited to participate in the initial conversation. Ray Vito, the new vice provost of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies, said more student feed- back would be solicited as the process “wound down.” These two examples point to a pattern that is troubling: the By Abhishek Jain / STUDENT PUBLICATIONS administration is only paying lipservice to the idea of student feedback rather than seriously seeking it. The assumption that students don’t care to participate in the decisions about how their education is changed and money is spent is one we believe Public transport a necessity needs to be re-evaluated by all levels of Institute leadership. I only live three miles from Administrators frequently argue that Tech students are apa- campus, with a travel time of about “There are over five million thetic about issues that affect them, and even when they go out five minutes. But sometimes I get people in metro Atlanta. Why of their way to solicit feedback they don’t get much input. This stuck in the dreaded afternoon rush hour, which means the trip aren’t more of them using is, unfortunately, a very legitimate point: input is a two-way time should be multiplied by three public transportation?” street, and students must take the time to actively give their or four times that total. Sitting in feedback when it is requested, especially when the issue is one traffic like that everyday wears me down and I’ve only been doing it for Matthew Winkler that affects them so dramatically. three months. Editor-in-Chief However, the administration must realize that much of the This frustration takes me back apathy students feel is a result of a feeling of disenfranchisement: to this past summer, which I spent in Europe. I am sure everyone has the car and go, rather than crafting Learning from history we need to the weak attempts to solicit feedback on major initiatives have had to endure the enlightening my schedule around someone else’s. go ahead and predict that preparing led many students to believe their opinions are not actually taken conversation of someone relaying This trap of ego-centric attitudes for the future is our best option. All into consideration. The result is a vicious cycle—students don’t how great public transportation is catches us all. statistics predict Atlanta experienc- in Europe. No one likes to hear how Everyone asks, “Why should I do ing growth for years to come. So respond, administrators don’t ask, and students feel increasingly their way of doing things is horrible it when no one else does?” So every as residents of this sprawling met- upset. This is an unfortunate and dangerous catch-22 that, if not compared to someone else’s way, but year more and more cars get added ropolitan area, let’s go ahead and dealt with, will result in a growing gulf between the opinions they couldn’t be more right. The rail to the road. Rush hour drags on for prepare for it. No one likes change, and bus systems are efficient as well hours more—not to mention what but something has to give or Atlanta of the student body and the administration. as timely. Clogged highways are not it’s doing to the environment. will solidify its hold on some of the To address the issue, administrators should take a multifaceted as common a problem. The problem isn’t just with the worst traffic and pollution in the approach to seeking feedback earlier and more frequently. That Sitting in monotonous traffic I rider; it is also with the system itself. country. cannot help but wonder what is the MARTA was originally meant to I’m a civil engineer-in-training, feedback should also come at more defined intervals—semesterly problem with Atlanta, not to men- expand to all five metro counties. and this topic has constantly come town halls on broad topics like the Student Center as a whole, tion the rest of the country, and its In the end only DeKalb and Fulton up in my classes over the past four lack of transportation options. Only followed through with the deal. years. I may have a more vested inter- for instance, may draw greater interest. New York City offers any sort of Why didn’t residents of the other est in the topic, but everyone needs public transport comparable to that three counties want a system that to take an interest in the subject. By of Europe’s. Every day the subway serves their immediate residence? investing in and encouraging the Consensus editorials reflect the majority opinion of the Edito- system of New York serves over six In the next two years the system is spread of public transportation, not rial Board of the Technique, but not necessarily the opinions million riders. The next closest on scheduled for update and expansion, only will we begin clearing up the that list is Washington D.C., which but it seems like it’s a day late and a congestion, but also the air quality. of individual editors. serves only a million riders a day dollar short. So even if one is naïve enough to and Chicago with 600,000 riders. Looking at this problem from believe that climate change is not MARTA clocks in at a little over a broader point of view, it’s easy to occurring, easing the congestion will EDITORIAL BOARD 200,000 riders a day. see how cities like Atlanta got this just make the city a more pleasant Matthew Winkler, Editor-in-Chief There are over five million people way. Atlanta’s population boomed place to visit. Kenny Baskett, Advertising Manager Craig Tabita, News Editor in metro Atlanta. Why aren’t more of after World War II. The growth Hopefully in the future MARTA Hillary Lipko, Development Editor Blake Israel, Online Editor them using public transportation? was just too fast. The transit system will improve and the public will begin Siwan Liu, Entertainment Editor Arcadiy Kantor, Opinions Editor I think it all boils down to people wasn’t constructed until 1971. The to accept public transport and other Jonathan Saethang, Focus Editor Jon Drews, Photography Editor just not caring. Atlanta is known system was basically built on an means of getting from one location Jenny Zhang, Layout Editor Hahnming Lee, Sports Editor for its traffic—even mocked for it already existing infrastructure, to another. I know I haven’t done at times—and the residents of the and other American cities have the my part, but using the excuse of “I’ll Metro area just keep adding more same history. wait until the next guy,” is simply Copyright Notice cars to the road, like it’s a contest. Even now we are seeing how unacceptable. Copyright © 2007, Matthew Winkler, Editor-in-Chief, and by the Board of Student Publications. But I am as guilty as everyone out our habits of not taking action im- I hope residents at least start The Technique is an official publication of the Georgia Tech Board of Student Publications. No part of this paper may be reproduced in any manner without written permission from the Editor or from there. I don’t want to use MARTA. mediately are affecting us directly. trying. It’s not a problem that can the Board of Student Publications. The ideas expressed herein are those of the Editor or the individual I don’t exactly have $1.75 every Georgia has been experiencing a be fixed overnight, but hopefully authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Board of Student Publications, the students, staff day, plus no one really has the bus drought all summer, but only in the rush hour will soon be a thing of or faculty of the Georgia Institute of Technology or the University System of Georgia. First copy free. Subsequent copies $1 each. schedule memorized. So it’s quicker past month have people been trying the past and I will eventually find and more convenient to just hop in to consciously conserve. that $1.75. OPINIONS Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 9 Half-time show not worth cost of entry I love Tech football. Even “The only good thing section’s speakers were plugged when we get stomped 27-3, I stay in. The clowns operating the ‘til the clock runs out and clap as about [the performance] speakers in front of the SWARM the disappointed players march was that Big Boi did this section and the section next to it BUZZ back to the locker room. seemed unable to figure out how Around the Campus I love hip-hop. I have been to show for free.” to insert the speaker cables into more rap and hip-hop concerts their appropriate holes. than I can count on both hands. Blake Israel The problem with not en- What building should I used to break dance. And I try Online Editor joying the performance stems not to go too long in between from having to observe it from Tech construct next? MJQ visits. your seat, especially when said But putting the two of them seat happens to be a good 50 together? Bad idea. except through a few megamod contributed to the increase, and yards away from and behind There were just so many things emails. I have asked around and if so, to what extent. the stage. illogical and wrong about getting have yet to find anyone who saw The other incredibly disap- I think I’d feel closer to the Outkast member Big Boi to any sort of advertisement other pointing aspect to the halftime performance if I were in China perform for a mere nine minutes than email and word of mouth show was its brevity. Big Boi watching it on my laptop. The at half time of the Virginia Tech about this event. I would love to sang three songs for a whopping general fun of going to a concert football game last Thursday. The see a further breakdown of the total time of nine minutes. That and seeing a musician you like fact that Tech’s Athletic Associa- costs and expenditures related means that it cost us more than perform live is being so freak- tion spent $43,000 on the Big Boi to the show. $14,300 dollars per song or ing close that you can reach out halftime show is not the least of The official reasoning be- over $4,750 per minute of the and be inches away from giving the issues. hind even getting this half of performance. them a high five, and maybe even The only good thing about Outkast to perform during the Besides the fact that the show receiving one. that was that Big Boi did this VT game was to “drive ticket was a complete waste of time and A couple of years ago, I got this Jonathan Crockett show for free; he personally sales.” There were 1,121 more resources, it should be stated that wonderful gadget some of you First-year BIOL received no monetary compen- fans in attendance compared it was executed poorly. Big Boi might have heard of. It’s called sation for performing during with 2006’s Thursday evening performed on an approximately an “MP3 player.” It plays music “New dining facilities.” Thursday’s game, according to game. With tickets going for $45 300-square foot stage facing the with near CD quality reproduc- Wayne Hogan, Tech’s Associ- a piece, that’s $50,445 more in west stands, which consist almost tion directly into my ears and it’s ate Athletic Director for Public the Athletic Association’s coffers entirely of alumni and other fans so teeny, it fits quite nicely in any Relations. than last year. who generally enjoy their football of my pockets! Hot damn! But wait, you say! Then where Was this comparative in- games sitting down. I’m sure they Wait! Couldn’t I just listen the heck did that $43,000 go? crease of ticket sales mainly “enjoyed” the performance that to all the songs Big Boi sang on Apparently it went to pay for due to Big Boi? Considering way too...If they even stayed until that thing? Hold on a minute, I promotion, advertising, staging last year’s Thursday night game half-time, that is. could even listen to a few other and labor for the show. Staging was against unranked Virginia, Well, at least us students could ones, too! Maybe I could have the and labor I understand, but I doubt it. Either way, there is hear him over the speakers that better half of Outkast perform on personally I didn’t see an ounce no hard evidence to accurately were ever so kindly positioned of promotion or advertising tell whether the half-time show in front of us…at least if your See Big Boi, page 10

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Policies follow state law Ashley Kunkle ‒ or ‒ First-year MGT HOT NOT The Nov. 2 issue of the or religious denomination or of Technique carried another letter any sectarian institution.” Some “We need a Waffle House.” from Ruth Malhotra that tried would say that precludes allo- to make the frivolous lawsuit she cating SAF money to religious and Orit Sklar filed against Tech student organizations. administrators appear to address However, SGA has a docu- problems in the allocation of Stu- mented history of providing such dent Activity Fee (SAF) funds. allocations, and the new policy The problems simply do not merely precludes the funding exist, and it is actually Malhotra of “activities which support who fails to understand the law religious worship and proselytiz- Aiming high Rerouted governing student fee alloca- ing” in order to simultaneously The basketball season kicks While Parking was kind tions, particularly since she does comply with Georgia law and off tonight as the Jackets face enough to inform students that not seem to be aware of the fact U.S. Supreme Court rulings. off against UNC Greensboro. Ferst Drive would be down to one that SGA recently adopted a new Furthermore, SGA does Though the Jackets lost star lane near the Weber building this policy for handling SAF funds not prohibit funding “partisan players Javaris Crittendon and week, no one bothered to mention to clear up any misconceptions political” activities, and there Thaddeus Young to the NBA that the street would be closed about the policy. As one of the is documentation of having draft this summer, they return entirely from Russ Chandler primary architects of that policy, funded campus political groups three starters including Jeremis Stadium to the Ford Environ- Juan Duran I would like to correct some of in the past. First-year BME Smith and Anthony Morrow. The mental Science and Technology her mis-statements. The new policy only precludes team will look to improve on last building. Sadly, communication The SAF policy does prohibit funding activities primarily in- “The next building should be season’s 20-12 record and make it on construction plans from certain allocations, as required tended to “support the election to the NCAA tournament for the Auxiliary Services continues to by law. The Georgia Constitu- or defeat of a candidate for public the Halo building!” second consecutive year. be woefully inadequate. tion declares, “No money shall office or to provide a monetary ever be taken from the public contribution to a political party.” treasury, directly or indirectly, in aid of any church, sect, cult See Policies, page 10

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fice at 9:20 a.m. and they were out; aren’t limits, are we really allowing an annual report on the actions they Big Boi from page 9 Policies from page 9 graduate tickets sold out before 10 a mere 17 people or groups exclusive have taken to implement intellectual a.m. Where have they all gone? rights to football tickets)? These are diversity. It includes eleven suggested it, even! If the AA insists on having Again, there is a prohibition in Geor- Let me explain why this is so the questions I would like to have actions universities can take in pur- halftime show performances I think gia law against giving public funds perplexing. answered. suit of intellectual diversity—none they need to sincerely rethink both to candidates and political parties, Assume the ticket windows open of which are mandatory. The content who their primary audience is and so SGA tailored this restriction as at 9 a.m. Monday morning. Also Zack Schreer of the report is entirely up to each how they execute it. narrowly as possible. assume that 3,500 tickets are given [email protected] institution. In a press release on Ramblin- Malhotra does have a point in to blocks, which at the least (assum- Fifth-year ECON One suggestion is that universities Wreck.com, Wayne Hogan said, that Georgia Tech is required “to ing every block has the maximum “establish clear campus policies to en- “Big Boi’s unique presence will bring distribute funds in a viewpoint number of tickets, which is 400) House bill does not restrict sure freedom of the press for students Georgia Tech football into the main- neutral manner.” SGA has worked would constitute nine people. That educational freedom and report any incidents of student stream of the Atlanta entertainment hard to meet this standard. Recently- would leave 3,000 tickets to non- newspaper thefts or destruction.” scene…we are striving to provide a passed amendments to SGA policy block students. A Nov. 2 letter to the Technique At UGA over 1,000 copies of The blockbuster entertainment experi- documents and others in prepara- Assuming three windows are claims that House Bill 154 is an Georgia GuardDawg, an alternative ence for Atlanta’s young and diverse tion have not only made clear that open and the windows can each attack on education by Georgia’s newspaper, were stolen in September. community. What better place than SGA must allocate SAF funds in serve one person every 20 seconds, General Assembly, an assertion that In January, a pro-life display at Tech in the heart of Atlanta—as a part of an unbiased manner but also will and each non-block student request couldn’t be further from the truth. was also vandalized. Georgia Tech football?” establish an appeals process for any the maximum number of tickets (10) HB 154, the “Intellectual Diversity Another suggestion is that the I have an idea for providing a student on campus who feels that then each window can distribute in Higher Education Act,” which colleges “eliminate any speech codes “blockbuster entertainment experi- SGA has not done so. 30 tickets a minute to non-block seeks to ensure a free exchange of that restrict freedom of speech.” A ence” at Tech games: Try winning In the future, if students have students or can serve three block ideas on Georgia’s public university federal lawsuit has already forced some football games on at least a questions or concerns about SGA students a minute. campuses, is driven by the people at Tech to repeal its code. semi-consistent basis. policies, I hope they will thoroughly Therefore, to serve the nine block the grassroots level: students, parents, In March, UGA’s Student Gov- And about bringing “young and address the matter to student leaders students would take one minute, and taxpayers, donors and alumni. It is ernment Association endorsed House diverse” Atlantans to Tech games? before wasting the time of many on serving the non-block students (300 the people’s first step towards ask- Bill 154 and it is time for Tech’s I don’t think some urban Atlanta campus to fight a lawsuit designed to students with 3,000 vouchers) would ing our public universities to value SGA to do the same. Attempts to youth is going to rush out and buy a bring attention to the plaintiffs. take approximately 34 minutes. intellectual diversity and ensure increase transparency and ensure $45 ticket to a football game to see As such, at the most efficient, all that they are held accountable for that students are getting the educa- a three song performance during Mitchel T. Keller undergraduate student tickets could their actions and use of the taxpay- tion they deserve and taxpayers are a game where the home team can [email protected] be sold in roughly 35 minutes. ers’ money. getting a return on their investment barely hold onto the ball. But hey, I Math Grad student I was at the ticket office at 9:20 The public has begun to recognize should be applauded rather than could be wrong. a.m. and there was no trace of a line, that for quite some time Georgia’s discouraged. Maybe if the AA hadn’t made it Ticket distribution tim- announcements were already posted, universities have failed to emphasize HB 154 is all about accountabil- so apparent last year that they were ing does not compute blinds closed and people gone. viewpoint diversity, and realizes ity, and it is the actions of those who running out of money, demanding I have camped out for tickets that this must be addressed in order oppose shining light on the situation the mandatory student athletic fee be This year has been an interesting in the past, and it has never taken to maintain the highest quality of that should be questioned. It’s a mea- increased, then go and blow $43,000, year in my attempts to get football less than 45 minutes for tickets to education for all students. Intel- sure of much-needed sunlight, and as I wouldn’t be complaining. tickets. I am a fifth-year who has sell out. lectual diversity is defined in the the eminent Supreme Court justice I think the Athletic Association never missed a home game. My How can it be that that many bill as “the foundation of a learning Louis Brandeis put it, “Sunlight is needs to reevaluate its priorities, and question now involves how all the tickets were sold so quickly, when I environment that exposes students the best disinfectant.” put the recruiting and training of student tickets to the Virginia Tech assume the fewest number of people to a variety of political, ideological winning teams ahead of gimmicky game could sell out in less than 15 ask for the maximum number of and other perspectives.” David Hotle promotions to try to drive up their minutes with no outstanding line. tickets? Are there no limits on the The only requirement in the bill is [email protected] ticket sales. I was at the Athletic Association of- number of block seats (and if there that universities file, and post online, Fourth-year CompE pageFOCUS 11 Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 11

2007 BASKETBALL PREVIEW DAN IN REAL LIFE PREMIERES Th e Tech basketball teams gear up for another Steve Carrell plays an expert advice columnist for FOCUS year on the court. Check out the preseason stats relationships who cannot seem to apply his advice Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 and prospects for the upcoming year. Page 26-27 to his own family life. Page 15 Tech features Indian musical performance

By Hamza Hasan Contributing Writer

Anindo Chatterjee is a world-famous tabla instrumentalist from Calcutta, India. On Saturday, Nov. 3, Chatterjee came to Tech to perform his well-known classical Indian tabla solo with sarangi accompaniment from fellow musician Ramesh Mishra. Th e tabla is a percussive instrument native to South Asia. Th e word tabla actually stems from the Arabic word for drum, “tabl.” Th e tabla is essentially two drums, usually of distinctly diff erent sizes. Th e disparity in timbres leads to various tones, something most people disregard in percussion. With tablas, these diff erences are essential since there are only two drums. Unlike Western drum sets, these tones aff ect the actual technique in the performance. Tablas are handmade of leather, rope and wood and are tuned by the rope with the use of dowels and a hammer. Played primarily in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, the tabla has played a part in the resurgence of classical Indian music in places far west of its land of origin, particularly in areas with high concentrations of South Asians like England, New York and Chicago. Indian music has gained popularity thanks

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By Jon Drews /S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS Vaccinations prompt thoughtful Students attend Israeli discussion among Tech students conference on the media By Victoriya Rokhlin site, fever, weakness, muscle aches living quarters. Also, many college By Reem Mansoura range from the religious for whom Contributing Writer and allergic reactions. Th e Health students experience a drastic change Contributing Writer time stood still 300 years ago to Center warns that students should in eating and sleeping habits when the more modern people who Th e month of November kicks not receive the vaccine if they are school fi rst starts which may lead to On Sunday Nov. 4, 2007, the have become more Westernized. off the offi cial 2007 fl u season as allergic to eggs. a weakened immune system. Consulate General of Israel to the He stressed the importance of many students rush to Stamps Immunization is particularly While getting a fl u shot may seem Southeast presented the fourth promoting peace and dialogue Health Services to get their free fl u easy, free and wise some students annual student conference at the in the region. shot vaccine. opt out of getting immunized all Intercontinental Hotel in Buck- When asked about the upcom- According to the CDC website, together. For instance, Andrew head. Th e conference was open ing peace conference to be held the “single best way to prevent the “I don’t remember Berenato, a fourth year Management to all students currently enrolled in Indianapolis in the distant fl u is to get vaccinated each year.” the last time that I major, has no intention of getting his in colleges in the Southeastern future, he excitedly stated that Th e fl u shot vaccine is just one of fl u shot at Tech or elsewhere. United States. “Israel: A View it was an amazing example of many vaccines off ered by the Health got a shot.” “I don’t remember the last time from the Inside” focused on diplomacy which would hopefully Center. that I got a shot,” Berenato said. He Israel’s portrayal in the media, as yield good results for the future Th e fl u is classifi ed as worse than Andrew Berenato cites “laziness” and the fact that he well as educa- of Israel and the the common cold and the symptoms Fourth-year Management does not get sick as his main reasons tion about Middle East. of fever, body aches and dry coughs for opting out of Tech’s free fl u shot Israel and the He concluded can last from days to weeks. Th e program. greater Mid- by confi dently single shot of the fl u vaccine, which important for college students. Th e In addition to the free service, dle East. stating, “From contains the killed virus, is injected Health Center explains that the fl u Stamps Health Services has also Th e event my experiences, into the arm and feels like a quick vaccine is recommended for college made the process of scheduling an began with it is not cliché to pinch. students, especially those who live appointment easier and presumably opening re- say that people Th e whole process takes no more in dorms. more effi cient. marks from are all the same. than 5 minutes. Th e most common Th ey run a higher risk of con- Ambassador Th ey just need side eff ects are soreness at injection tracting the fl u because of close See Vaccines, page 13 Reda Man- some good op- sour who was portunities.” appointed to Th e ambas- serve as the sador’s state- Consul Gen- ments were eral of Israel followed by in August a speech by 2006. He South Caroli- has a mas- na’s represen- ter’s degree Photo courtesy of CIA World Factbook tative, Bakari from Harvard Sellers. In 2006, University’s Kennedy School of Sellers was elected to the South Government. Th e ambassador Carolina State Legislature. At speaks fi ve languages and his the age of 21, he is the youngest research focuses on Syria. state representative to be elected. Ambassador Mansour fi rst Sellers is currently a law student at expressed his desire to share sides the University of South Carolina of Israel and the Middle East that School of Law. are not usually published. He Representative Sellers spoke discussed the ethnic diversity of of his support for Israel. He Israel, describing the country as stressed that the country was one “one big melting pot.” Approxi- of our true allies since it is the mately 1.5 million non-Jewish only established democracy in By Colin Ake /S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS Arabs live in areas of Israel outside A Tech student receives an infl uenza vaccination at the Joseph B. Whitehead Student Health Center. the Gaza Strip. Th e Israeli people See Israel, page 13 Flu shots are available free of charge to Tech students until the health center’s supply is exhausted. 12 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique FOCUS

see all his performances for a year. The event was open to anyone who wished to attend. The concert began with an intro- duction by Dr. Parag Chordia, an assistant professor of Music at Tech. He specializes in music information retrieval research and is part of the Music Technology group. Dr. Chordia began with an explanation of the tabla, its styles and some of its cultural connotations. He gave details on the styles of tabla playing with the existence of the gharana, or the apprenticeship of a certain musical style. Though Chatterjee was originally trained in a specific style, he is well By Jon Drews /STUDENT PUBLICATIONS -known and much appreciated for Chatterjee and Mishra perform a selection featuring classic Indian his adaptation of playing many instruments. The concert took place in the LeCraw Auditorium. different types instead of adhering to just one. “He started off by tuning his background in music. tabla, and that is the hardest part Tabla from page 11 Both Chatterjee and Mishra have of playing the tabla,” said Karan earned the title of “pandit,” which is Daftary, a first-year Biomedical to artists such as the famous sitarist the Hindi designation for a scholar Engineering major. Ravi Shankar, who is the father of specifically skilled in philosophy, law Daftary is a tabla player himself recording artist Norah Jones. and religion, but it has been extended with five years of tabla training in The tabla has recently made a to one who masters anything cultur- India. He has seen the likes of Ustad grand appearance in Atlanta with Zakir Hussein, another famous the arrival of Chatterjee. A prom- Indian tabla player. By Jon Drews /STUDENT PUBLICATIONS ising tabla prodigy from a young A significant part of the show Chatterjee demonstrates his skills on the tabla. The tabla is an age, Chatterjee won his first major “He is one of the included the presentation of gha- Indian instrument consisting of two drums with varying timbres. honor at the age of seventeen as a best tabla players ranas and their distinct sounds, finalist for the All India Radio Music which portrayed the idea of musical at normal rate, twice as fast, four The event was hosted by Sur, Competition and the title of Young I’ve seen in my life. apprenticeship and lineage, both times as fast and even eight times as the Indian Classical Music Society Tabla Player of the Year from the It was a golden essential parts of Indian culture. fast compared to the normal beat. of Greater Atlanta (ICMS) and the president of India. Chatterjee’s performance was Obviously such a pace is difficult, Tech organization Aarohi, dedicated With his experience and versa- opportunity that I simple in nature, in the sense that and the pace at which his fingers to classical Indian art. tile playing ability, Chatterjee has got to see him.” he played musical selections on the and hands moved stunned much The musical performance was performed with greats like Ravi tabla in a sequential order. He did, of the audience. an exceptional spectacle because it Shankar, Hari Prasad Chaurasia Karan Daftary however, stop several times to de- While Chatterjee and Mishra included such high profile musicians scribe the type of beat he was about in the world of classical Indian music. and the late Ustad Allarakha, all First year BME worked in synchronization, the audi- famous Indian musical artists. Due to play, and then simultaneously ence felt the tone of Indian classical Members of Aarohi and ICMS were to his talents, many have even hailed played it. After doing this several music reverberate through the hall. able to go for free. him as the greatest living tabla player times, he played continuously for “He is one of the best tabla players Aarohi often holds events similar in the world. ally essential to Indian society. In this some time before stopping and I’ve seen in my life. It was a golden to the tabla concert. By teaching Chatterjee’s accompanist, Ra- case, many Muslims in India have explaining one of the key moments opportunity that I got to see him,” Indian percussion, students have mesh Mishra, is also a significant earned the title of pandit, primarily of the performance. Daftary said. even held concerts of their own, figure in classical Indian music. His for the arts. Towards the end, Chatterjee gave With his immense talent and representing the various talents of instrument, the sarangi, is a bowed The venue for his performance a short explanation about a beat he the beautiful accompaniment of Tech. For more information on instrument of Nepali origin that at Tech was the LeCraw Audito- played at normal speed and how it the sarangi instrumentalist Mishra, events held by Aarohi, you can go is played just as often all over the rium at 7 p.m. on Saturday night. would differ when played at differ- Chatterjee presented one of the finest to their website: http://cyberbuzz. Indian subcontinent. Like Chatter- Tickets were sold at the door, as ent tempos. and rarest musical performances at gatech.edu/aarohi/default/gallery. jee, Mishra has an extensive family well as memberships to indefinitely Eventually, he played the beat Tech in years. html.

sliver www.nique.net/sliver Our showers don’t have hot water, apparently the drought only applies to hot water, we have tons of cold water! Exploding Toilet + Housing Request = Exploding Toilet. Housing Requests do nothing! Too bad you couldn’t really hear Big Boi.... Army declined playing us next year in football. Are we that good? Tu peux le faire! I hate the new gates at Fort Avenue. Our roommate came back drunk while I had a Connect with Tech kid over. I’m so happy I got rid of that futon. It was pretty much destroyed from my old roommate’s “sexy time.” Colbert was screwed. Go independent! I’m stock-piling water in my room. For showers and such. Does the beautiful boy of the CRC/Center Street have sideburns? ...Because if he does, then it’s me. And come talk to me next time, mm? Boomerang Boy says hello. Come to Yellow Jacket Park after one on Fridays. POWER!!!! -Dave Chappelle Thank you tech students for making our T-Square the Number 1 search result when I google “tsquare” dump truck!!! The peshmerga are going to be pissed if Turkey goes into Iraq its about time Tech started recycling glass its my new haircut its not that tech doesn’t have any pretty girls, its that tech doesn’t have any girls that are intersting to talk to To Glee Club: shut up and dont put ur ads here... respect the purity and serenity of the SLIVERS... go put some flyers or something! GT PARKING SUCKS!! WE ALL HATE YOU! Loving your Frenchy-poo? Just kidding, parking isn’t that bad. Somebody on a bike gone be checked thais are from thailand and taiwanese are from taiwan, idiot. thanks for perpetuating the American stereotype FOCUS Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 13

good reason, as the 18-24 female attack the female reproductive the lowest possible costs to students. relative safety of the vaccine. “This from page 11 demographic has experienced some organs. The strain of HPV that af- The Tech Women’s Clinic, located vaccine has been tested in over 11,000 Vaccines of the largest growth in the epidemic. fects men is genital warts, but since on the second floor of the Health females (ages 9-26 years) around the Yet HPV is not solely a “ girl” issue, they can be microscopic, the male Center, offers the vaccines at a sub- world. These studies have shown “I’ll get my shot if it’s convenient,” as men could potentially have the could be completely unaware that sidized cost. Even still, the $125.00 no serious side effects. The most said Shaiz Dhanani, a third-year exact same statistics. But since it is he is infected. per shot price tag may sway some to common side effect is soreness at Management major who used the so difficult to test men for HPV, the For this reason, doctors stress the reconsider. the injection site,” cites the CDC scheduling system. Students can log statistics are skewed. importance of regular STD testing However, when one factors in on their website. on to www.health.gatech.edu and “At least 50% of sexually active for both partners. It is not known yearly pap smears, additional lab re- The recent FDA approval has schedule an appointment in just a people will get HPV at some time in how much protection condoms ports and the price of peace of mind, also given more credibility to ease few minutes. their lives. Every year in the United provide against HPV, since areas the price tag could seem justifiable the safety concerns that are typical Another major vaccine offered that are not covered by a condom can with a new vaccine. by Tech concerns only the female be exposed to the virus. As always, Despite the lack of evidence to population of students. The vac- “[Paying for abstinence is the only sure way to “This vaccine is prove Gardasil unsafe, some women cine, Gardasil®, protects against prevent HPV. are still skeptical. Kristen Dumont, four HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccinations] is an While a nationwide campaign huge progress...I feel a fourth-year Management major, types, which together cause 70% of investment for my for Gardasil called “ One Less” is like there’s finally chose not to get the vaccine. “I think cervical cancers and 90% of genital gaining momentum in national the long term side effects haven’t warts. health...the price of magazines targeted at young women, some hope, and I been fully documented yet,” Du- The vaccine is given through a the shots is worth it many Tech girls are still unaware of can be proactive in mont said. series of three shots over a six-month both the HPV virus and the Gardasil It is important to remember period. HPV is a type of STD, a com- to feel safer.” vaccine. protecting myself.” that while the vaccine is effective mon virus that is passed on through When asked if she would get the in preventing diseases caused by genital contact, most often during Johanna Pineiro HPV vaccine, Johanna Pineiro, a Jessica Cartwright the four HPV types, the vaccine sexual intercourse. About 40 types Fourth-year AE fourth-year Aerospace Engineering Fourth-year Management does not protect against all types of HPV can infect the genital areas major stated that she had “no idea of HPV. Therefore, women who get of both men and women. what the HPV vaccine was.” The the vaccine still need to continue While most HPV strains cause States (U.S.), about 6.2 million lack of awareness on a national scale or even insignificant. After Pineiro getting regular pap tests and using no symptoms and go away on their people get HPV,” as stated on the is one of the major obstacles facing read some statistics, she decided protection. own, some types can cause cervical CDC website. Garadasil’s success to bring safety that she would further research the Despite a few obstacles, many cancer in women. Thus, while the Like many STDs, HPV can be and peace of mind to women. vaccine and would definitely pay females are relieved the vaccine is vaccine pertains only to women, it contracted by anyone who has ever Safety and peace of mind for mil- for the shots. available at all. is important that men understand had genital contact with another lions of girls across the country comes “It’s an investment for my health... “This vaccine is huge progress... their role in preventing the spread person. at a surprisingly steep price. the price of the shots is worth it to I feel like there’s finally some hope, of HPV. Unlike most STDs, however, While some clinics charge up to feel safer,” Pineiro said. and I can be proactive in protecting HPV is commonly hailed as the female is the one that is mostly $600 for all 3 shots, Tech has made In addition to price, some stu- myself,” said Jessica Cartwright, a “the college girl disease” and for affected as many strains of HPV a huge effort to offer the vaccine at dents may be concerned about the fourth-year Management major.

the Jews killed Jesus. The “outsider Robbie Friedmann, the director of Israel from page 11 rationale” encourages hatred simply Georgia International Law Enforce- because the Jewish are different. The ment Exchange, moderated the the Middle East. In comparing the outsider rationale and the “economic discussion. The featured panelist U.S. to Israel, Representative Sell- power rationale” are very similar included LaVon Mercer, an Israeli ers mentioned that both countries to the reasons Hitler gave when he basketball legend, David Lewkowict, are still struggling through scars began the prosecution of more than the FOX News senior producer, and of terror. Emphasis was placed on six million Jews. The latter rationale Oren Rozenblat, Deputy Consul By Hanjie Song /STUDENT PUBLICATIONS the importance of listening to the encourages hatred on the basis that General of Israel. problems of the Israeli community Jews possess too much wealth and The panel described media as in order to help bring peace to Israel power. “an instrument that is difficult to and the Middle East. After a short lunch break, Steven be with and difficult to be without.” Students were then allowed to at- Green, campaign executive and They discouraged accepting the view tend one of three break-out sessions. southeast regional director of the of only one reporter. They encour- Joshua Ginsberg, assistant director Jewish National Fund, spoke of aged eclectic sources when reading By Hanjie Song /STUDENT PUBLICATIONS for the Southeast Region Office the future of Israel. In this segment news stories to become exposed to Top left: Participants listen of the Anti-Defamation League of the program, Green discussed differing opinions. The three panel- to a lecture at the Israeli (ADL), gave a presentation on the Alternative Spring Break options. ists conversed over Israel’s negative Consulate’s student conference differences between anti-Semitism He presented pictures and video clips portrayal in the media, claiming concerning Israel’s image in the and legitimate criticism of Israel. The from last year’s Alternative Spring that the media would always show media. Above: Students gather ADL serves to stop the defamation Break in northern Israel. College Israel in a pessimistic light for a around to discuss Israel’s politi- of the Jewish community as well as students from across the United story. However, the panel was very cal and economic situation over secure justice and fair treatment for States helped rebuild Israel after optimistic about Israel’s future. a lunch. The conference was all. “If hate can be learned, it can also the July 2006 bombings. Students “There will be nothing but beauty held at the Intercontinental be unlearned,” Ginsberg said at the rebuilt bomb shelters, planted trees and positive growth for the state of Hotel in Buckhead. Left: A beginning of his presentation. and repainted schools in the areas Israel,” Mercer said. guest speaker addresses the Ginsberg’s session explained decimated by the bombings. “We will have peace,” Oren said attendees of the conference, excuses for anti-Semitism which Immediately following this pre- confidently in the closing argu- discussing Israel’s defense include the “chosen people rationale”. sentation of philanthropy, a panel ments of the day. “Israel will be a tactics. Many guest speakers This rationale encourages the hatred discussion took place discussing source of inspiration for the rest of from media outlets and cultural of Jews because of the belief that Israel in the modern media. Dr. the world.” By Hanjie Song /STUDENT PUBLICATIONS organizations were present. 14 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique FOCUS HOME PARK FESTIVAL 2007 Residents in nearby Home Park organize music festival By Maria Carter Navigation, Th e Jupiter Watts, Th is Th e festival was heavily publicized Contributing Writer Piano Plays Itself and Slow Motion by Ohmpark, an Atlanta music blog. Crash entertained the crowd. Th e diff erent acts performing at the Music lovers of all ages gathered Additionally, various vendors festival were featured on the music in Home Park this past Saturday to were present, including Papa John’s, blog prior to the event. support their local arts at the Home local artists, campaigners for presi- The Home Park Festival is Park Festival. Held in the park next to dential candidate Ron Paul and a now in its third year. the R. Kirk Landon Learning Center moonwalk machine. The festival was on Tumlin Street, the celebration was This year’s festivities were open to all ages the third annual of its kind. organized by David Minor, and free admis- According to the festival’s web- an International Aff airs and sion. For more site, the festival was sure to provide Political Science and Technol- information, “a day of music, food, beer and brisk ogy major, and Leah Melnick, visit w w w. fall weather.” Th e musical artists a 2005 International Aff airs o h m p a r k . were specifi cally selected for vari- graduate. com. ous reasons. Home Park is the neighbor- Th e majority of the artists that hood adjacent to Tech and performed were local acts, specially home to many Tech students, picked by the organizers of the festi- both on the undergraduate vals. Th e vendors selected were also and graduate level. Home local businesses and artists. Park borders Tech on the From four o’clock to ten o’clock, north side of campus near festival-goers socialized, hula- Tenth Street. hooped, threw footballs, played The Home Pa rk board games, consumed pizza and community is largely beer and listened to live music. comprised of a student Local bands Moorish Idols, From population owing to its Exile, Club Awesome, Parade, DJ close proximity to Tech.

By Michael Skinner /S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS By Michael Skinner /S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS The Jupiter Watts perform at the third annual Home Park Festival A DJ works the turntables at the Home Park Festi- this past weekend. The festival was organized by local residents. val, mixing sound for one of the live performers.

Congratulations Georgia Tech On a solid performance in the 2007 Solar Decathlon!

At Southern Company, our goal is to meet the Southeast’s growing power needs while preserving its environment. From clean coal technologies to renewable resources, we’re investing in the development of cost-effective new energy sources. That’s why Southern Company was proud to be a sponsor of Georgia Tech’s participation in the 2007 Solar Decathlon. We salute the skill, commitment and hard work by the more than 100 students and faculty who took part in the project. And we congratulate you on a strong performance in your first trip to the competition. Congratulations Georgia Tech!

Photo courtesy of Kaye Evans-Lutterodt/Solar Decathlon ENTERTAINMENTpage 15 Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 15

TAKE A DIVE A DIFFERENT DRUM Tech’s swimming & diving team had A renowned tabla performer beat out ENTERTAINMENT meets with Western Kentucky and Geor- rhythms with Indian drums at the Page 28 Page 11 Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 gia last week. LeCraw Auditorium. Stars ignite on stage By Hahnming Lee and declaring, “We’re Stars from MUTE MATH, EISLEY Sports Editor Montreal.” He then threw some of the fl owers into an already-cheer- As Stars took the stage for their ing crowd. concert at a full Variety Playhouse, Th e band immediately launched ROCKROCK TABERNACLETABERNACLE the lights dimmed, the digitized into a new song from their new music started and the stage lights be- album, In Our Bedroom After the gan to rotate around the venue. One War, playing “Take Me to the Riot.” By Jenny Zhang could expect Th e song is Layout Editor the band one of the to begin a g r o u p ’s oncert-goers packed the Tabernacle last Saturday for what promised glitzy show signature to be a night of pure, unadulterated alt-rock fun. Th ey were not dis- full of visual duet-type appointed. eff ects. In- s o n g s . CEisley, an indie band from Texas consisting of four siblings and a cousin, stead, as the Guitarist/ lights came lead singer opened with a solid set and talent to spare. Th e band looked young but their sound was mature, tightly calibrated with haunting rock melodies and on, the most Amy Mil- simple but arresting rhythms. Th e vocals, supplied by sisters Sherri and interesting la n a nd Stacy DuPree, were particularly stunning—strong and liquid smooth, visual was Campbell hitting heartbreakingly high notes that set the group apart from oth- a l r e a d y sang off of ers. Couched in songs tinged with melancholy, their voices soared s p r e a d each other, but never fell into the trap of emo sentimentalism or sugar-sweet across the resulting pop. Eisley fi nished strong with enchanting voices lingering stage: bou- i n t h e in the air. que t s of band’s best Th ey received approving applause from the crowd, but it f l o w e r s . Photo by Jon Drews/STUDENT PUBLICATIONS s o u n d . was clear that most people were there for the headliner, as Attached to The lead singers of Stars, Torquil Campbell Th ey con- chants of “Mute Math, Mute Math” rippled across the fl oor every speak- (left)and Amy Millan (right), shined on stage . tinued to during the wait between acts. Th e New Orleans foursome, er, amp and play the with lead singer/keyboardist Paul Meany coolly collected microphone stand on the stage, fl ow- duets, reaching their peak when in mohawk, suit and tie and drummer Darren King ready to ers decorated an otherwise ordinary- they launched into one of the band’s rock with headphones duct-taped to his head, walked on stage looking setup. Lead singer Torquil most popular songs, “Your Ex-Lover to an explosion of noise. By the time the fi rst chords of their hit Campbell walked on the stage with rock-anthemic “Typical” were struck, the crowd had erupted the rest of the band, taking the mic See Stars, page 19 with bobbing heads and jumping fans that kept perfect time with Meany’s cerulean-clear vocals. Mute Math ripped through a set that drew mostly from their 2006 self-titled debut album, with selections Rainbows strikes gold like the infectious, bass-led “Chaos,” aggressive and rhythm-driven “Plan B,” jazzy, alt-pop “Stare at the By Daniel Griffi n on most current events, except for Sun,” atmospheric “Control” and cathedral-beautiful Staff Writer political and environmental ones that “You Are Mine.” Exceptions to this were “Clockwork,” occasionally bubble to the surface a gorgeous new song reminiscent of the Police, and How is Radiohead popular? And from time to time. “Peculiar People,” a funky, reggae-like track from their not only that, how is it that their Radiohead will be known as one Reset EP. Creative and experimental, their sound was fans are willing to voluntarily pay of the forerunners of a new digital a fl uid blend of rock, electronica, jazz and synth-pop, an average of $8 for an online album age of music, one of the fi rst popular coupled with poetic and challenging lyrics that always that could cost them nothing at all? bands to embrace the discord be- seem to bend heavenward. How does this kind of intensely loyal tween consumers and record labels, On stage, Mute Math rocked out with frenetic international fan base appear, con- giving the consumer a trapdoor to energy and obviouschaos love for of rhythmtheir work, and creatingharmony sidering the band is shunted from the bypass big business. a controlled ing unafraid of drawing airwaves and virtually nonexistent on But certainly they won’t merely while be- songs to rocking, jam-session any music television channels? Such be remembered for this wonderful, out their mentals. Guitarist Greg Hill’s is the mystery of Radiohead. albeit coincidental feat. Th ey’ll be instru- Radiohead makes their presence known and beloved for their music: known, somehow, more than most See Mute, page 17 those jagged beats, those transcen- bands could even fathom. Besides dental Yorke vocals, those layers built an association with People of Earth, Photo by Michael Schneider/STUDENT PUBLICATIONS Radiohead remains quite tightlipped See Rainbows, page 18 Hedges’ new comedy drama Dan in Real Life lacks luster OUR TAKE:   Dan in Real Life, a new fi lm from it the voice of the guy who narrates and morals seem so fi ckle. At times, And yet, even though it has Peter Hedges, fi nds Steve Carell in the trailers for family movies and the story seems to be aiming for one characters that are clearly trying to By Daniel Spiller a role that’s a little diff erent. tearjerkers. message, but later it turns around act in realistic ways, the direction Contributing Writer Dan Burns (Carell) is a columnist But Dan in Real Life isn’t a and tries to say something else. And sometimes appears to be deliberately for a New Jersey newspaper who gives tearjerker. Actually, it’s more of an it isn’t a twist; it’s more like being pulling you out of the movie by A few years ago, when I was still advice about family relationships. audience-jerker because the themes incoherent or indecisive. means of unnecessary montages. a young, impressionable lad, Th e But while visit- Even though Th e movie will be chugging along, Daily Show with Jon Stewart had ing his family it isn’t a tear- demonstrating straightforward some of the funniest correspondents in Rhode Island, jerker, Dan in direction that fi ts with the mood, to keep me informed on both real Dan discovers he Real Life is still when suddenly a montage comes in and fake news. One of them now has still has a lot to kind of sappy, but and grabs you out of what had been his own excellent show on after Th e learn about love, considering this working just fi ne. It wouldn’t be an Daily Show (Stephen Colbert), while and he might is a movie about issue if it happened just once, but another is on an excellent show that have to take family and love, it happens often enough to make has nothing to do with Th e Daily a little advice sap is completely you wonder. Show (Steve Carell). I’m going to from himself. expected. I’m just I know by this point you might talk about the latter. Now, I know letting you know be thinking, “You’re generous giving Steve Carell is a really popular guy that sounds like it isn’t a typical three stars to a movie you clearly don’t these days, and for good reason: he’s it could end up comedy where like.” You’re absolutely right; three really funny and he’s really likable. being rather the goal is to stars would be excessive for a bad Carell is currently the star of NBC’s schmaltzy, and always have you movie. But Dan in Real Life isn’t a Emmy award-winning show Th e yes, it does end laughing, but bad movie. It has its fl aws, but it also Offi ce, and he’s even won a Golden up doing so. In instead one that has a lot of things going for it. Globe for his performance as the fact, it’s hard to Image Courtesy of Focus Features is a little sad and Th ere is a reason I started the desperate-to-be-loved-but-failing- read my synopsis Dan (Steve Carell) contemplates love and family issues in this attempts to be miserably boss, Michael Scott. and not hear in new comedy drama, Dan in Real Life, directed by Peter Hedges. more realistic. See Dan, page 19 16 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT Martian Child: nothing to phone home about OUR TAKE:   each other. Dennis believes that he standing performances. Joan Cusack fi nd out for sure. (pardon the bad joke), the fi lm is is a Martian and David writes novels plays none other than David’s quirky, Th e cast and performances were based on a novel written by David By Jennifer Aldoretta about them. over-protective sister. Amanda Peet both great and the writing was very Gerrold, which is actually based Contributing Writer Th e fi lm follows the new father plays Harlee, who is possibly David’s witty at certain points. But although on true events. Gerrold wrote Th e and son on a touching journey of new love interest, but because the the writing was good, it was lacking Martian Child after adopting his I’m sure there have been times in ups and downs as Dennis learns to story focuses on the father-son re- basic characteristics that would have son and experiencing fatherhood all of our lives when we felt as though cope with the real world and having lationship, we unfortunately never kept me feeling more involved and for the fi rst time. we didn’t fi t in. We all handled it a real family, while David interested throughout the Th ough a child thinking he is an in a diff erent way; perhaps some learns to cope with having fi lm. Th e directing was me- alien is entirely fi ctional, the idea for of us were bullies, some of us were a son who thinks he’s from diocre and there was simply this movie was not. Gerrold once bullied and then others of us felt Mars. nothing out of the ordinary overheard a young girl say that she like an out-of-space-er (or alien, if Although the story about it. did actually think she was from outer you prefer). does seem to lag a bit at Th e movie as a whole was space, and since being aliens was a Th is is precisely the case with times, Cusack and Cole- certainly decent and worth game between Gerrold and his son, poor, orphaned Dennis in the new man give outstanding seeing, but something about this character persona was fi tting for Martian Child. John Cusack plays a performances, and their it was simply not intrigu- the boy in his novel. distraught widower who decides to on-screen chemistry with ing enough. Cusack’s and Th is fi lm is the perfect tear-jerk- go through with the adoption that each other is phenomenal. Coleman’s charming per- ing family fi lm, but unfortunately he and his love had begun before she Th e two also worked to- formances were not enough it will probably not satisfy in all passed away. gether in the production to create a fi ve-star movie, aspects. If you’re in the mood for a As a famous science fiction of Must Love Dogs, which although their acting alone heartbreaking, heartwrenching and writer, David (Cusack) and his premiered in 2005. Image Courtesy of Hannah Rachel Production Services Ltd. made the movie. loveable fi lm, then Martian Child is new adopted son Dennis (played The rest of the cast John Cusack and Bobby Coleman star in this Although it may seem perfect for you, even though it never by Bobby Coleman) are perfect for members also give out- new comedy drama directed by Menno Meyjes. slightly out of this world quite gets its feet off the ground. New Ace Attorney 3 for Nintendo DS raises the bar By Nathan Garcia and his assistants, spirit mediums a masked thief who made off with two cases are both related to each all memorable, no matter how minor, Staff Writer Maya Fey and her cousin Pearl Fey, a precious artifact. In the t hird other, but it’s best to experience them and all have distinct mannerisms. this game’s fi rst case takes place fi ve without knowing what’s coming. Also, despite being mostly text- Two years ago, if anyone told me years earlier. Th is time, a younger Th is game also introduces a new based, Capcom managed to make that a game about being a defense Phoenix is on trial for a suspected prosecutor, the mysterious Godot, the relatively static images show a attorney was one of the best experi- murder and his defense attorney is who has a smooth voice and an af- lot of action when needed. ences on the Nintendo DS, I would’ve Mia Fey, Phoenix’s eventual mentor fi nity for coff ee. Th ere are a few negative aspects shouted “Objection!” and had them and Maya’s older sister. He claims he has never lost a about the game. Th e investigations thrown into jail for spreading blatant However, Mia was not always case, since he has never prosecuted are sometimes bothersome and are falsehoods. a highly-skilled lawyer, and before. Still, Godot seems to not as intuitive as they could be. It is However, Capcom has managed with this being her fi rst case hold a grudge against Phoenix, not always clear what to do next, so

to pull it off and turn its Ace Attorney in almost a year and her second but Phoenix does not recognize some players can become frustrated series into a cult hit. Th e fi rst two case ever, she is a little rusty. Still, him at all. Will his true identity trying to determine what it is that games were known for their witty proclaiming her absolute belief in be revealed? triggers the next event. writing, memorable characters and her client’s innocence, she manages Fortunately for fans of the Th e game is extremely linear. It the surprisingly intense courtroom to clear Phoenix’s name despite her series, everything that made the is practically an interactive novel, sessions. Now they have released undeveloped skills. fi rst two games so great is back, where once you have completed a the third game in the series: Phoenix Later cases return to the present but it’s not to say it is more of the case, there is not much else to do if

Wright, Ace Attorney: Trials and time, where Phoenix has to tackle Image Courtesy of Capcom same. Th e cases take several twists you want to play it again. However, Tribulations. some other tricky cases. Th e next and turns along the way of fi nding as the stories and characters are very While the previous games only case has him dealing with a self- case, he your client innocent, so it is never enjoyable, it can be treated like a centered around the efforts of proclaimed “Ace Detective” while needs to clear the name of a waitress over until the judge gives the “Not good book, going over it again to defense attorney Phoenix Wright trying to fi gure out the identity of who was set up for murder. Th e fi nal Guilty” verdict. Th e characters are remember those moments. Join the blueprint erato

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theater-goers | engineers ENTERTAINMENT Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 17 HORSE kicks up an interesting tune By Mark Huggins On a previous tour, HTB used Speaking with Nathan was inter- Not being entirely familiar with Contributing Writer life-like stuff ed animals and fake esting. He seems like a good guy, and HORSE’s music, I wasn’t sure what shrubbery as stage decoration. Th e the whole band seems really content to expect from a show. I was pleas- Dubbed “Nintendo-core” by show itself was full of energy and with the way things are going. He antly surprised to fi nd out that even CITY SCENE one reporter, HORSE the Band has the guys were obviously into what used to work at Blockbuster, so though HORSE isn’t necessarily my aptly described themselves in an old they do. touring and type of music, it was one of the most Copeland comes in press release as “four or fi ve members “ We ju s t making his interesting shows I’ve ever seen. formerly in street gangs,” and labeled kind of do what “I was pleasantly own music The energy both within the Th is Friday, Nov. 9, the indie rock as “pretty... tough, packing some we feel like, and seems like crowd and on stage was incredible, band Copeland will play at Yellow street respect points.” it’s different, surprised to fi nd out a pretty big and watching the crowd during Jacket Park. Students get in free with A little nerdy? Yes. Talented yeah, but it’s that even though step up from “Cutsman” was intense. their buzz cards; general admission musicians? Defi nitely. working and there. Th ings got a little repetitive after is $10. Th e concert starts at 8:30 Th e band’s history is a little our fans seem HORSE isn’t necessarily Guitarist a while, but the crowd woke back up p.m., and will also feature music strange, to say the least. Besides being to like it,” said my type of music, it David Isen for the last few songs. by Lorien and Th e Lasch. “in gangs,” they changed their name Nathan Win- actually has If you’re into technical stuff at from HORSE to HORSE the Band neke, lead singer was one of the most a master’s all, defi nitely check out HORSE because of a confl ict of interest with of HORSE the interesting shows I’ve degree in the Band. Urban Nutcracker an Irish folk singer. Band. Computer While the lyrics might not neces- Additionally, they pulled out A few of the ever seen.” Science from sarily speak to you, it’s interesting Th e Ballethnic Dance Com- of a tour with Gatsby’s American band’s songs UCLA and stuff , and at the very least, you’ve pany will be performing Urban Dream and Portugal. Th e Man have even cre- St a n f ord , got to appreciate the level of talent Nutcracker, a take on the classic in 2006, supposedly because they ated their own dance phenomenon. and was studying artifi cial intel- the band has. Christmas production with an were distracted while eating pizza During “Cutsman,” fans imitate the ligence before joining the band Th eir new album, A Natural ethnic twist. Th e show will run at in Chicago. Shortly after, the band scissors that appear above the head full-time. So you can safely says Death, is out now, and available the Ferst Center from Nov. 15 to 18; wrote and produced Pizza, an album of the Mega Man boss, Cut Man in these guys are committed to what online at iTunes or at Best Buy and check out show times at ferstcenter. entirely about the Italian treat. the game. they do. Circuit City. gatech.edu. Bronx delivers visual history of hip-hop Mute from page 15 strumming was excellent, bassist By Blake Israel aisle of our favorite bookstore, pick in two pages, makes the reader feel hand-made fl iers, all of which Roy Mitchell-Cardenas played with Online Editor up, fl ip through some pages, look what it must have felt like and learn capture the essence of an all too intensity and passion, Meany sang for interesting pictures and then what it meant to be part of the hip- under-documented era. and wielded a keytar in style and Ever wonder where rap and plop back down hop culture Th e book fi nishes off with King pounded out the drums in hip-hop came from? before going on Image Courtesy of Universe duringduring itsits a collection of interviews and blissful frenzy. But this was not a As much as we’d all like to be- to whatever it birthbirth inin thethe testimonials by several of the standard, static performance, as the lieve it, the answer is not Outkast. was you went latelate ‘‘60s60s aandnd more infl uential people during band members jumped all over the But if you’ve ever been curious there for. earlyearly ‘70s.‘70s. the period of interest. stage swapping instruments—Hill about the true origins of rap, But if you Reading Born in the Bronx is full of beat out melodies on the keyboard, hip-hop, DJ-ing or even graffi ti, take the time Bambaataa’sBambaataa’s all sorts of other treats and fun Mitchell-Cardenas pulled out a then Born in the Bronx should be to read some forewordforeword isis things to aid your exploration of cello, Meany tapped out beats on next on your must read list—or, of the text essential,essential, asas itit the Bronx in the 1970s. Th ere is a the drums, King took his drumsticks might I say, must see list. on those few givesgives tthehe rrestest timeline in the middle of the book, to the piano—all while staying in Born in the Bronx: A Visual pa ge s t h at ofof thethe bookbook and the dust jacket even unfolds perfect musical sync. Add to this a Record of the Early Days of Hip have it, Born muchmuch moremore to reveal a hip hop subway map killer light show, Meany’s acrobatic Hop is exactly what its title in the Bronx vibrancyvibrancy andand of the Bronx. fl ips over keyboards and amps, and claims: a visual history. Born in off ers a rivet- life.life. I own a lot of these coff ee the wildly enthusiastic crowd, which the Bronx details in both words ing glimpse Th e bulk table type books and have yet to seemed to know every word of every and photographs the creation and back in time ofof tthehe rrestest ooff see one with this level of produc- song Mute Math played, including uprising of the hip hop culture to the birth of thethe bookbook isis tion value. the new one. Th e excitement reached in the part of New York City hip-hop and devoteddevoted toto In the end, Born in the Bronx fever pitch when King ripped apart known as the Bronx (northeast the true mean- bothboth blackblack successfully achieves what it has his drum set, placed the bass in the of Manhattan). ing behind the andand whitewhite andand set out to do: tell the story of the arms of the crowd, climbed atop Born in the Bronx at fi rst seems words. full color reproductions of collec- origins of hip hop in the most and stood to a screaming ovation like one of those books that we Especially gripping is the fore- tions of Joe Conzo’s photographs vivid, creative and engaging way of cheers. all too often see on a table in the word by Afrika Bambaataa which, and Buddy Esquire’s original possible. Atlanta, Mute Math has ar- rived.

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ing is dialed back and replaced with from page 15 a more frantic beat. Th e opener “15 Great and Wide treads water Rainbows Step” slashes straight forward, with By Andrew Ho perspective shifts drastically to the ship soon after with a local lawyer, and peeled back, those sounds that a kind of salty, grinding beat that Contributing Writer outlook of young Neva herself, grow- which marks the beginnings of her mesh together so well you’d swear quickly becomes infectious. Mul- ing up in a lonely world and trying law career at a time when very few they were one. tiple guitar layers are added to equally To be fair, I can’t recall having to emulate her father’s duties as he woman worked in the fi eld. So we come to today, and Radio- percussion-centered “Bodysnatch- read a historical fi ction novel in works in the lighthouse. Leaving the rest for readers to fi nd head has graced us with their new ers” and “Weird Fishes/Arpeggi,” ages, since having read Margaret Yet as it turns out, her fate takes out on their own, Great and Wide album, In Rainbows, available pres- the fi rst to push the pace faster and Mitchell’s iconic novel Gone with her somewhere completely diff erent Sea holds the reader’s attentions with ently only through digital download faster and the latter to pull back the Wind. Deborah Wagnon’s from being a lighthouse keeper, scenes detailing characters’ inner until it arrives in stores in December. against the rush of drums. newest work, Great and Wide Sea, turmoil and struggles, particularly And this album is a spectacular epic, By the time “All I Need” appears, certainly invokes common elements, as Neva tries to rebuild her life. a counterpoint to earlier albums the band is fully involved, hooked

from sprawling manors to a strong While I was at times tempted while exploring new areas entirely, but still uneasy about this new terri- female lead, and not least of all, a to judge Neva as being somewhat expanding their voluptuous library tory of love. Th is is a strange song. It look at Georgia amidst turbulent foolish initially, and increasingly of sounds even further. sounds almost as if the bass will fall changes. self-centered as she grew up, I soon In Rain- out of tune, Not a book for those interested realized it’d be entirely unfair of bows juxta- then it recov- in a quick and easy read, Great and me to do so. poses many ers just in time Wide Sea contains a intriguing set of Growing up in male-centric of their previ- “This album is a to pull the beat sympathetic characters, tragic mo- environment when doing anything ous albums’ spectacular epic, a along. ments and plot confl ict that makes outside of being a good wife and staples, es- Th e album for an enthralling read. mother was considered improper pecially Hail counterpoint to earlier end s w it h Ironically, the initial setting is by many, Neva’s naiveté proves to to the Th ief ’s albums while exploring “Videotape,” actually in New Orleans around be her biggest mistake early on more seclusion and a Radiohead 1907, and the tale starts with the than anything else. bit t e r ne s s , new areas entirely...” s w a n s o n g perspective of Ava Majette, blues Image Courtesy Publishing of Tate & Enterprises Despite the challenges and situa- with some of that ties the singer and mother of the newly- tions she faces, her actions turn out the most truly journey of In born Genevieve Prejean Majette, to be necessary for her survival and beautiful songs Radiohead has ever Rainbows together. As a comparison aff ectionately being named ‘Neva’ well-being, even to the point where released. Th e sincerity and caution to Hail to the Th ief, whose fi nal track, through the book. Arriving home she represses an inner suff ering at with which they approach love is the disturbing “A Wolf at the Door,” in Louisiana, the confl ict begins facing her past mistakes until the what remains fascinating upon mul- ends with “Steal all my children if I with the fact that Ava has run away very end. tiple listenings, each time revealing don’t pay the ransom but I’ll never see from her husband Roy, a lighthouse starting when she meets a naïve, Likewise, reading this book the a new avenue of sound and subtle him again if I squeal to the cops.” keeper who is to be transferred to a spoiled heir to a vast island estate, fi rst time around, it struck me as direction. In Rainbows often has a minimal- lighthouse on Tybee Island. and subsequently falls for him, and being unfair in the sense that only Radiohead builds its sound ist quality compared to Hail, while Rather than leave the bustle of runs away to be with him. male characters are to blame in the through layers, and those layers have at the same time building layers New Orleans for the seclusion of an Th ings for Neva hit a sort of low story. become the most important element from the momentum of each previ- island, Ava perhaps foolishly decides point when she becomes pregnant It took me further reading to in their music. Th ese layers create ous song, rising in a fashion that is to hide herself and Deva in New out of wedlock, with her fi ancé’s realize that this wasn’t the case mood, and music is all mood. So it unique to this particular album. It Orleans. Soon enough however, Roy overbearing mother unlikely to allow entirely, though I can imagine that would follow that Radiohead is built stands as a tribute to the diversity manages to fi nd the both of them, things to go further between them. the few admirable male characters on the very essence of music itself, of Radiohead, another triumph. whisking his daughter with him to Th us she bares her child in secret are metaphors to a changing era in the ability to fabricate genuine mood Such is the source of Radiohead’s his new charge on Tybee Island. and is forced to give her baby boy up through a series of sounds. popularity. Such is the source of so From this point on, the book’s for adoption, taking an apprentice- See Great, page 20 With In Rainbows, the vocal layer- much reward. ENTERTAINMENT Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 19

Dan from page 15 Perpetual Groove moves the night article talking about Mr. Carell. His performance as Dan is top-notch. Photo by Hanjie Song/STUDENT PUBLICATIONS Th is role adds to the versatility we By Bill Harrison saw in Th e Offi ce and Th e 40-Year- Contributing Writer Old Virgin. He brings the realism to the characters that the fi lm is clearly Th roughout modern and ancient times, many sci- aiming for. entists, inventors and Tech students have pondered the Besides our leading man, Juliette theory of perpetual motion. It may seem too simple, Binoche is excellent as Dan’s love but it’s obvious to me—the closest thing possible to a perpetual motion machine is simply a human being at the Perpetual Groove show this Halloween night at the Variety Playhouse. From the fi rst note to the shredding “Dan in Real Life guitar licks, then the melodic vocals and lastly the fi nal probably won’t be chords and “thank yous,” there was not a single member of the audience who stopped moving in synch with the winning any awards beat and well, groove, of Perpetual Groove’s music. for best comedy PGroove (as fans of the band call them) has often been compared to the likes of Phish, moe., Umphrey’s of the year, but McGee and other popular jam bands, but really cannot it certainly isn’t a be compared to these other bands due to the wide range of genres spanned. Psychedelic rock, reggae, funk, trance waste.” rhythm, southern rock and arena rock were just a taste of what was off ered at the PGroove show. Famous for their improvisation techniques and also interest, and Dane Cook is able to their wide variety of covers played, Perpetual Groove tone down his usual manic style in set ablaze Little 5 Points from the get-go. Waiting in order to deliver as Dan’s brother anticipation in the center of the audience, literally Mitch.Th e story itself is fi ne, and leaning on the stage, the curtains fi nally opened to a although it will take some predictable scene of 20 identical stage crew members dressed in turns, overall it serves as a decent Dickies coveralls, face masks, sunglasses and beanies. medium for the actors to give great After a brief introduction played over the PA, the stage performances. crew fi led off the stage, leaving the four members of the Dan in Real Life probably won’t be winning any awards for best See Groove, page 21 comedy of the year, but it certainly isn’t a waste. If you’re a Steve Carell fan, give this one a chance.

from page 15 songs from only their three most the crowd how much he and the trying to grab at least a souvenir it were a true call to arms and not Stars recent albums, mostly focused on band appreciated the fan’s support. from the show. just a song. It was overly dramatic, is Dead.” their last two. While the audience He expressed his amazement that Th e show was not without its even for the band. Th e show was not without its welcomed songs from their most so many fans would spend time and miscues. “Sleep Tonight” sounded Th ough the band did go off , they visual glitz, though. At one point, recent album, they gave the biggest money to see the band, constantly nothing like its album counterpart, came back for a particularly long during “The Ghost of Genova reactions when the band played expressing his humility. Th e other turning the once emotional and encore that even gave a shout-out to Heights,” Campbell disappeared off songs from Set Yourself on Fire. Songs members of the band remained rela- mellow song into a hardened and Death Cab for Cutie by covering one the stage and the lights came down. from Heart, like crowd favorites tively quiet, although at one point, overly digitized sound. Th eir set- of their songs. Th ey closed the encore Singing back stage, he emerged “Elevator Love Letter” and “Look Millan decided to crowd surf during closer, “In Our Bedroom After the with “Calendar Girl.” As the people halfway through the song with a Up,” still made it into the set, but one of the songs. Th e band threw War,” had Campbell channeling Les fi ltered out of the show, adoring fans jacket full of lights, literally glowing were far outnumbered by the more fl owers into the crowd whenever Miserables and practically marching gushed over the performance and on the stage. recent songs. any member had an opportunity for some sort of revolution. Th e band it was obvious that Stars had done Th e band played a set that saw In between songs, Campbell told to do so, usually to a mob of people chanted “After the war!” as though justice to their songs. NOW PLAYING Come to our weekly staff meetings!

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1/4 PAGE GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY – MAIN CAMPUS 5.81" x 6" 20 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT 101010100110TWO BITS101001101001 Great from page 18 the South. My only real complaint might be Two Bits deplores loss of water rights, suggests changes about how the imagery and intro- Thanks to Alabama and Florida’s his water cohorts have assaulted our water is needed to protect the fragile suggestions for those willing to help spection in some chapters can get abit selfish desire for drinking water, toilet liberties as well. They would mussel population. If you wanted me solve the water crisis. overwhelming or confusing, though Atlanta is facing a drought. While have you believe that all these low to conserve water for something cool, Stop drinking so much water they are well-written and thought- President Clough insists that we start flow toilets on campus are just as like hippos, I’d consider cutting back, during sports. Relax, it’s a game, provoking for the most part. conserving water, I refuse to reduce good as regular toilets. Ha! I’d rather but I am not halting plans to convert there’s no need to put so much effort Though the synopsis on the back my profligate use of water. defecate in the empty Campanile my fifth-story into a sport that you actually break of the book makes it out to involve First of all, winter is approaching than use a low flow toilet. fire escape into a sweat. If you must have some sort and that means it’s time to bust out Why are we a waterfall just of liquid, then fill your water bottles my industrial strength snow machine to save a few with a non-water based substance, “With landscapes so that I can build a snowman army mussels. like clam chowder. outside my apartment. This requires A s a n Install low flow showerheads. I that may be a considerable amount of water American, recommend installing six of them, familiar to many considering I have to rebuild the I have the two on each wall of the shower. A entire thing every few days when right to use low flow showerhead is twice as ef- Georgia residents, it melts. Nevertheless, the 10th water in any fective as a normal showerhead, so captivating personal street Frosty phalanx will not way I deem fit. six low flow showerheads give you be stopped. an efficiency of 300%. dramas and a keenly On Thursdays, I like to flood For additional bathroom water imagined plot, Great my entire apartment and reenact savings, remember that the drought the Battle of Trafalgar. If you cut finally provides you with a valid and Wide Sea turns off my water, you’d be cutting out excuse for peeing in the shower. out to be a pleasnt history. If you want to be hardcore about Finally, when I’ve had a stressful water usage, switch to a major in read for anyone who day, I like to relax by filling my bath CS, that way you can avoid bathing likes a good fiction up with Purplesaurus Rex Kool-Aid S u r e l y altogether. and pretend to be the Kool-Aid Man. one of the Replace the CRC swimming novel.” Do you know how ridiculous I’d look 27 consti- pools with Fruit Fiesta Jell-O. Jell- if I were to just stand there naked t u t i o n a l O doesn’t splash as much as water, in a giant glass pitcher without any a m e n d - which means less water would spray elements of legal drama like a good Kool-Aid? ments must outside the pool. Additionally, there John Grisham novel, the courtroom I will also not give in to demands protect my has never been a reported case of scenes are almost nonexistent and I to shorten my bathing time because f reedom drowning in Jell-O. This change think more could have been done then I would have to adjust my to use water as would make our pools safer and to flesh out the otherwise cut-and- morning routine of singing every much as the second amendment tastier. dry parts involving Neva’s legal song in the musical My Fair Lady. letting so much water drain from protects my right to shoot people Don’t forget to take advantage of expertise. Would you rather have me sing the Lake Lanier anyway? Would it be a who try to steal my water. In order rainwater either. Everyone should With landscapes that may be score to Guys and Dolls?—because big loss if we were to lose the popu- to preserve my water rights, I have collect rainwater in buckets. Once a familiar to many Georgia residents, that’s what I sing during my evening lation of Alabama to dehydration? decided to become a member of bucket is full, place it in the freezer. captivating personal dramas and a shower. If I absolutely had to, I could Can’t Florida just pump their swamp Clough’s water conservation task At the end of the month, we can all keenly imagined plot, Great and cut down my lunchtime showers to scum through a Brita filter and leave force. Although my personal water gather together with our buckets Wide Sea turns out to be a pleasant 30 minutes. our water alone? usage will continue to equal that of and hurl chunks of ice at the bozos read for anyone who likes a good Besides our showers, Clough and Environmentalists claim that the Amazon river basin, I have some in charge of Lake Lanier. fiction novel.

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THEME CROSSWORD: FOLLOW THE LEADER Groove from page 19 band standing there wearing those same costumes (it was Halloween, By Robert Zimmerman 99. Where the buck after all). At this instant the whole United Features Syndicate stops audience full of sexy pirates, sexy cab 100. African wildcat drivers, sexy devils and Buckethead ACROSS 102. Primary: abbr. erupted into applause. There were a 1. Meat for stew 104. Swayed lot of guys there too, but the ratio was 106. Slaughter of much different than Tech’s. 5. Beats with a stick True to their eccentric style, they 10. Revealed baseball opened up with a cover of Nine Inch 15. Island nation 108. Be in a funk Nails’ “Piggy.” In addition, an LCD 19. Twin in Genesis 110. Curmudgeonly screen in the background was playing 20. Green color 111. End of the quip: seemingly random images of George 21. Rousseau hero 5 wds. Bush, the Sept. 11 attacks and the 22. Surmounting 118. Excited war. At first, that touch seemed a bit distasteful, but it all came together 23. Observe 119. Proofreading during the first of two full sets. In 24. Ran effortlessly mark spaced intervals more LCD screens 25. Statistic 120. Serviceable came on showing 1960s era toy com- 26. Cause of misery 121. Muddled mess mercials, scenes from documentaries 27. Start of a quip by Steven 125. Plexus on government conspiracies and Wright: 7 wds. 126. Skirt shape The Wizard of Oz all while blazing through some familiar tunes such as 31. Bruise of a kind 127. Famed Bolshe- “Legends of Preston,” an almost 20 34. Run vist minute long version of “Teakwood 35. Famous public school 128. Performing Betz” and “Stealy Man.” 36. Food-warming devices: 2 wds. ensemble The second set started off with 39. Military hat 129. Approach yet another cover, this time cover- 42. Builds 130. Directs ing NWA’s “Express Yourself.” The band continued with the groove 131. Jargon 46. St. --’s fire throughout the second set, letting 47. Crummy grade 132. Enclosure for loose with more of their more well 48. Ponte Vecchio’s river farm animals known tracks, including “Two 50. Gawk Shores,” “A Day the Way” and my 51. Cut of meat DOWN personal favorite of the show, “Robot 52. Part 2 of quip: 5 wds. 1. Jamie -- Curtis 38. Looks 82. Ornamental tower Waltz.” Towards the end of the set, they covered a somewhat unexpected 57. Whelp 2. Onager 40. Ont. or Sask., e.g. 83. Like a souped-up car song: John Lennon’s “Imagine.” 58. Marsupial feature 3. Chart 41. Conclude 86. Dye plant After departing the stage to a 60. Molding edge 4. Accept: 2 wds. 43. Blue Grotto island 88. River in France deafening crowd of cheers, PGroove 61. Nix 5. Rocky Mountains state 44. Kind of fund 91. Great ape came back on for a helluva encore. 62. Formerly, archaically 6. Thanks -- --! 45. Clans 92. Recluses First “America, F*** Yea,” straight 63. Classify 7. Kind of palm 49. Lutrine creature 93. Lacking knowledge from Team America: World Police, 65. Montmartre’s -- Coeur 8. Incidents 52. Beat rhythmically 96. Retaliator then they bridged straight to a cover of “Killing In the Name Of” by Rage 67. Considers anew 9. Ceremonial meal 53. Springe 99. Prideful Against the Machine. This time they 69. Hogs 10. Frame for a mattress 54. Gadget for a cook 101. Like diet beverages departed for real, leaving the crowd 71. Sounds loudly 11. Housemaid 55. Middle East inhabitant 103. Hayloft in total awe at what just happened. 73. Some wines 12. Marley or Rudner 56. Float 104. Bug Although the LCD screens and 74. Off-road motorcycle: 2 wds. 13. Get away from 59. At all -- 105. Container for flowers the choice and abundance of covers 78. Means of restraint 14. Kick downstairs 62. Attempt 107. Fissile rock was confusing at first, by the time the band left the stage there was a clear 80. Responds 15. Advisory group 64. Textile weave 109. Deen or Prentiss theme. The band was taking a shot 84. Times 16. Bryce Canyon’s state 66. George or T.S. 111. Mild oath at making a political message about 85. Code word for “L” 17. -- fide 68. That is: Lat. 112. Pointed arch the state of the current world and our 87. Bonkers 18. Copied 70. Slides uncontrolled 113. Jot government. But alas, concerts are 89. Cough medicine 28. Colloid substance 72. Bamboozle 114. Diva’s offering not supposed to be about politics; 90. EU mem. 29. Pan for frying 74. Contemporary of Manet 115. Have the care of they are about music. That’s why 30. Go from bad to -- 75. Cara or Castle 116. Bell sound all one would hear at the end of the 91. Part 3 of quip: 4 wds. show was, “Did they just play that?” 94. Before 31. Himalayan guide 76. More scarce 117. Confused collection “Did that just happen?” and simply, 95. Lend -- -- 32. Sun god 77. Overact 122. Altar constellation “WOW!” 97. Recipe direction 33. Metrical foot 79. Blank character 123. Mister Wow, indeed. Perpetual Groove 98. Homophone for sea 37. Large: prefix 81. Doctrines 124. Coal scuttle has come on the scene.

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ATTACK OF THE FLU THE GROOVE GOES ON SPORTS With flu season coming in, vaccines Perpetual Groove, a group play- are being offered to students on cam- ing alternative pop and some jams, Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 pus. Page 11 comes to Atlanta. Page 19 Tech falls Swim and to VT, 27-3 dive battle By Akshay Amaraneni Staff Writer Georgia By Randy Darnowsky Junior Taylor Bennett had not thrown four Staff Writer interceptions in a single season coming into this year, let alone a single game. That changed last Georgia was a tough opponent before the Jackets Thursday night as Bennett was picked off four heading off again in competition against ACC times and opposing quarterback Sean Glennon teams. Swimming in her first collegiate year, star threw for nearly 300 yards and two touchdowns freshman Christine Chuang stood out among the on the way to the Hokies 27-3 win. competition on Wednesday night. “I thought he did a good job of just taking what She registered a NCAA B-cut time and personal- was there; he didn’t try to force anything,” said best time of Head Coach Chan Gailey. 2:01.71 in the After electing to receive on the opening kickoff, 200-yard but- Bennett quickly called a timeout before the first terfly event. offensive snap. Bennett made up for the mistake Elizabeth two plays later with a 37-yard deep throw to Stowe, a senior junior receiver James Johnson down the sideline. who competes The Jackets were unable to move the ball further, in long-dis- however, as Jamaal Evans, getting his first career tance events, start at tailback, carried the ball twice for a yard. finished just The Jackets’ defense looked excellent on the second in the Hokies’ first drive. Glennon missed a pass to 1000-yard free start the drive and a false start penalty pushed the andf inished Hokies back five yards. A seven yard completion third in the from Glennon to receiver Justin Harper set up a 500-yard free. third and long. The following play was the first of “[Wednes- the Jackets’ six sacks of the day. A 43-yard punt day’s event] re- By Ben Lipford/ STUDENT PUBLICATIONS from the end zone put the Jackets in Virginia ally boosts our The dive team at the CRC Tech territory. Two long passes of 11 and 26 yards confidences… Aquatic Center for a meet. from Bennett to Johnson followed by a five yard Having a lot of run by Evans put the Jackets inside the Virginia competition and really fast swimmers at the [next Tech 10. Unfortunately, the lack of an established event] will really help our team prepare…These will passing game allowed the Hokies to provide extra be new opponents for me,” Chuang said. coverage on the receivers, forcing Bennett to pass Mickey Malul took home another victory in the down to Evans. The pass fell incomplete and the 200-yard breaststroke in just over two minutes. Jackets settled for a field goal—Tech’s only points “My freestyle was pretty good actually. My fly of the game. was like two seconds slower since last Saturday. I’m The Hokies opened their drive with an 11-yard going to work on it and hopefully get a lot better pass play from Glennon to Andre Smith. Glennon for the next meet,” Onur said. was sacked twice on the drive, but the Jackets were The Jackets also hosted tough competition from unable to stop the Hokies, both times after the sack, Virginia Tech was able to convert third downs. The See Swim, page 25 Jackets did catch a break when junior defensive end Michael Johnson sacked Glennon on Georgia Tech’s 12-yard line and forced a fumble, but the ball did not bounce the Jackets’ way as Glennon Tennis team recovered to set up a field goal. The ensuing kickoff was the turning point of the game. With the score tied, Virginia Tech Head TUDENT UBLICATIONS ends season Coach Frank Beamer called for an onside kick. By Jason Ossey/ S P The kicker tapped the ball forward and recovered Virginia Tech receiver Eddie Royal evades safety Jamal Lewis. The Hokies’ pass- By Akshay Amaraneni after 11 yards. ing game burned the Jackets’ secondary for two touchdowns and 296 yards. Staff Writer “I thought that was a big play in the game. I 5 thought that was a gutsy call, I told Frank after Last weekend, the Jackets Jackets the game that it was,” Gailey said. women’s tennis team traveled to The drive led to a touchdown run in by Glennon. Columbus, Ohio for the Intercol- qualifying When Georgia Tech took the ball back, running legiate Tennis Association Na- to ITA back Jonathan Dwyer, getting his first carries, took tional Indoor Championships. the ball for back-to-back 14 yard gains. Six members of the team made “Just help [the offense] out as much as I can, the trip and the Jackets had five that’s what a running back’s job is to be a tempo players in the singles bracket, setter. I just tried to get the offensive line going more than any other team in the 2 and get [Bennett] going,” Dwyer said. tournament. The Jackets got off to Quarterfi- an up and down start on Friday. Bennett then found Johnson for a short gain nalists that put the Jackets at mid-field. On the next play, Three of the five participants for Bennett was looking for Johnson deep down the Tech won their opening round sideline, but the ball was picked off by a diving matches. Victor Harris for Bennett’s first interception of “It’s a tough tournament the game. and only 32 girls make it, so it’s The half ended on a sour note, as the Jackets most of the best players in the 32 failed to score again and headed into the locker country. For us to have five girls Partici- room trailing 17-3. in the singles and a team in the pants The second half started better for the Jackets doubles was a great honor for us as they forced two straight three-and-outs with and a great opportunity to get one of their own sandwiched in-between. On the that many girls in the draw,” said Jackets’ second possession of the half, freshman senior Kristi Miller. quarterback Josh Nesbitt took the handoff, faked Seventh seed No. 60 Amanda the run and dropped back to pass. There were no McDowell, ITA’s South Region 7 defenders around James Johnson running down the By Jon Drews/ STUDENT PUBLICATIONS Champion, defeated host school McDowell’s Virginia Tech cornerback Victor Harris dives for one of Taylor Bennett’s four seed See VT, page 25 interceptions during the game. Tech’s quarterbacks threw five interceptions. See ITA, page 25 SPORTS Technique • Friday, November 9, 2007 • 27

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2007-2008 SCHEDULE Analysis A A A Head Coach Paul Hewitt pointed out many times last season T G f o that several players on the team are capable of scoring upward y Date Opponent tes of 15 to 20 points per game. However, the problems Tech had Cour 11/09/2007 vs. North Carolina Greensboro last season stemmed mostly from the defensive side of the ball. Anthony Morrow 11/11/2007 at Tennessee State Th eir inability to keep opponents from fi nding a soft spot on the 11/16/2007 vs. Charlotte defense was well documented in bad losses to UCLA, Maryland 11/17/2007 Paradise Jam and Wake Forest in the ACC tournament. 11/18/2007 Paradise Jam Teams had their way with Tech’s defense last season; Tech ranked

11/19/2007 Paradise Jam 10th in the conference in fi eld goal defense, allowing opponents to shoot 47.5% from the fl oor. Tech was excellent at securing 11/27/2007 at Indiana off ensive rebounds, but ranked very low against the conference A A T G 12/01/2007 at Vanderbilt at securing defensive rebounds. Th e Jackets averaged just 19.88 f o y defensive rebounds per game, 11th in the 12 team conference. tes 12/05/2007 at Georgia State Cour 12/18/2007 vs. Kansas Tech also turned the ball over more than a team of their caliber Ra’Sean Dickey 12/22/2007 vs. Centenary should have. Th e Jackets turned the ball over a whopping 25 times at Vanderbilt last season, 18 times at Clemson and 21 times at 12/27/2007 vs. Tennessee Tech North Carolina. If the trend seems common, it is; Tech averaged 12/30/2007 vs. Florida State 16.6 turnovers in nine road games and won just one. For Tech to 01/06/2008 vs. Presbyterian fi nd success on the road, it starts with not turning the ball over. 01/09/2008 at Georgia In contrast, Tech turned the ball over an average of 17.75 times 01/12/2008 against conference opponents and won one out of eight games, at Miami A A which proves how important turnovers are on the road. T G 01/16/2008 vs. North Carolina f o For the third straight season the Jackets will be breaking in y tes 01/19/2008 vs. Virginia Tech a new point guard. Both freshman Maurice Miller of Memphis, Cour 01/23/2008 at N.C. State Tenn. and Matt Causey, a senior transfer from Gainesville, Ga. Jeremis Smith 01/27/2008 at Virginia will share the point guard duties. Tech has enough experience and 02/02/2008 vs. Maryland depth between the other positions that serviceable point play will 02/06/2008 be enough to give the Jackets success. Both of the point guards on at Wake Forest this team are distributors of the ball, which contrasts to Javaris 02/09/2008 at Conneticut Crittenton’s scoring play at the position. Miller and Causey will

02/14/2008 at Clemson be guards that average between fi ve and 10 assists per game and

02/17/2008 vs. Miami around 10 points per game. Both guards have great poise and will A A T G be tested quickly with a road game at Tennessee State this Sunday f 02/21/2008 vs. Virginia o y as well as one later this month at ninth-ranked Indiana. tes 02/23/2008 at Virginia Tech Cour 02/27/2008 at Duke Lewis Clinch 03/01/2008 vs. Wake Forest 03/06/2008 vs. Clemson From the Coaches 03/08/2008 at Boston College “People who look at our roster are surprised at how deep we are. 03/13/2008- ACC Tournament We lost three guys, including Mario West, who was a signifi cant

part of us getting to the tournament....We have enough depth to 03/16/2008 overcome it. I don’t think about it much, don’t talk about it much, A A because it’s part of college basketball now....You feel fortunate to T G f o be able to recruit those types of players. Th ey encourage other kids y tes to come. It’s a positive. We have enough depth.” Cour By Jon Drews / S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS Alade Aminu

sliver www.nique.net/sliver To “Center Street Girl” just SAY HI. To the couple practically having it in front of Cloudman, there was a reason we blasted those songs at you IM the roomate of the Beautiful Center Street/CRC guy...Im Bet- ter! November 11th-16th Dear Half Naked Spartans, You guys are not very hot. Only mildly Sunday @ 2: Service Projects– Come volunteer with an organization good looking. that fights against hunger and homelessness in Atlanta. Sign up online at Where did all the hot girls go, now that halloween is over? dump truck always applies to everything,..especially DSP move.gatech.edu under committees, then hunger and homelessness week to the gt security guard at North ave late nights,..you totally suck!! i cuddled with another guy in bed. Monday @ 7: Faces of Homelessness Panel– Come here the our CA sucks stories of people who were homeless and learn the truth about the plight. WREK radio is the worst station ever pepper concert was ballerifi c Student Success Center Clary Theater I wish my laptop was more huggable. Come watch a movie Guys gossiping in the library at 1am: SHUT THE UP!!! Tuesday @ 7: The Pursuit of Happyness– He’s like Emo Barbie! about the struggle with homelessness, and discuss the problems we have in Tony Montana, Aphrodite thinks that you’re exceedingly attrac- Atlanta tive. ‘Tis the season for relationships, except when it comes to me. Student Success Center Clary Theater Being single is my forte, unfortunately. Th e pizza is silver madness! Wednesday : Awareness Day– Come by Skiles and get the facts Davey Havok...I want to have your babies. about Homelessness Yeah, like frozen lemonade except not. to whoever calls a taiwanese “thai boy”: who’s the loser here really? Thursday @ 6: Hunger Banquet– Come eat dinner with us and find dear couple outside of cloudman... you know you like our music. out about the problems we face internationally with hunger. Bring a canned hey “center street girl” theres always facebook... good for entrance I hate having campus always be a work zone. has anyone else noticed technique’s pro-bicycle agenda? Student Success Center Festival Level the only thing worse than riding a bike to school on the sidewalk, is riding a motorcized bike, where are we france? Friday @ 4: Anti-Hunger Advocacy- Come learn how to be an bicyclists who ride on the sidewalk, you need to shutup the sidewalk advocate for hunger and write a letter to congress. You can also write a is for pedestrians, deal with it cause its the law does anyone here have any kind of tolerance for cooler weather? its letter from 12-4 outside of the library. still in the 70’s and sunny and people are bundled up like were in buf- College of Computing Room 102 falo in the middle of winter, LEAVE YOUR JACKETS AT HOME For more info about the week go to move.gatech.edu under committees 26 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique SPORTS

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A A T Head Coach MaChelle Joseph has the team headed in the G f o y right direction. She fi nally got that elusive signature victory last tes Date Opponent Cour season when the Jackets knocked off fourth-ranked Maryland Jaqua Williams at home. Th e Jackets also fi nished the season with a fi ve-game 11/09/2007 vs. Davidson win streak that included wins against ACC tournament fi nalist 11/13/2007 at Tulane North Carolina State. 11/18/2007 vs. Temple Th e Jackets secured a fi rst round win against Miami in the 11/21/2007 vs. Northwestern ACC tournament. Miami had beaten Tech in the fi rst round of 11/28/2007 the previous two ACC tournaments. With the win, Tech secured at Iowa

12/02/2007 at Georgia a birth in the NCAA tournament for just the third time in school 12/06/2007 vs. USC Spartanburg A history and Coach Josephs’ fi rst trip to the big dance. Th e Jackets A T G f also made school history with a dramatic last-second win against 12/09/2007 vs. Georgia Southern o y tes DePaul in the fi rst round. Cour 12/16/2007 at Mississippi St. Jill Ingram Tech fi nished 11-6 against non-conference opponents and 12/18/2007 at Miss. Valley St. fi nished 10-5 in the top-heavy ACC. Th e Jackets’ main focus last season was their staunch defensive play. Tech ranked second in 12/22/2007 vs. Georgia St. conference games limiting their opponents to just 59.1 points per 12/29/2007 vs. Chicago St. game. For Tech to gain the consistency they have lacked, they 12/30/2007 vs. Harvard/Kennesaw will need to score more. Th e Jackets averaged just 60.9 points per 01/02/2008 vs. Jackson State game, 10th best in the conference. In fact, Tech was one of two 01/05/2008 at North Carolina

teams outside the top four in scoring within the conference to A 01/10/2008 vs. Wake Forest A T have a winning record in the ACC. G f o 01/13/2008 vs. Miami y Tech has great experience and increased depth from the last tes Cour few seasons. Th e Jackets have a starting line-up that includes three 01/17/2008 at N.C. State Chioma Nnamaka seniors: Chioma Nnamaka, who has started every game since she 01/20/2008 at Maryland arrived at Tech, Janie Mitchell, who was an All-ACC honorable 01/24/2008 vs. Duke mention last season and Stephanie Higgs, who was voted to the 01/31/2008 All-ACC third team last season. vs. Clemson Coach Joseph also had her most successful recruiting class. 02/03/2008 at Florida State

She inked two top-20 recruits in Iasia Hemingway of Newark, 02/07/2008 at Miami NJ and Alex Montgomery of Tacoma, Wash. Both are expected 02/10/2008 vs. North Carolina to make an immediate impact on the court helping Tech to win A 02/12/2008 vs. Savannah State A T G f an ACC title and build on last-season’s success as well as make a o 02/18/2007 y at Boston College tes deeper run into the NCAA tournament. Cour 02/24/2008 at Clemson Brigitte Ardossi 02/29/2008 vs. Virginia Tech 03/02/2008 at Virginia From the Coaches 03/06/2008- ACC Tournament “I don’t know that Georgia Tech was always the cool place to 03/09/2008 go. What we’ve tried to do is convince [recruits] that it isn’t the path of least resistance and it is going to be diffi cult, but anything

worth having is diffi cult. If you want to play in one of the best A A T conferences in women’s basketball, in the ACC, and if you want G f o y to go to one of the top-10 programs in the country, then Georgia tes Cour Tech is a great fi t.” Janie Mitchell By Robert Combier / S TUDENT PUBLICATIONS

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“We don’t let our opponents get of the 200-yard freestyle, swam the No. 24 Nadia Abdala, 6-1, 5-7, 5-7. from page 28 in the way of us. We know what we first leg of the relay. Senior Jacob from page 28 Swim need to do in the pool and we go Kwasnik lost out at the end to finish ITA In the Quarterfinals, both Jackets out there, every single time we race, the race a half-second behind. The left were defeated. First, Miller lost Western Kentucky in the annual Ohio State’s Angela Dipastina, to Mijacika, 6-3, 2-6, 5-7. Parents’ Weekend swim meet. The we do it and we just race our best,” Jackets’ men’s team barely lost to a 6-1, 7-5. Other first round action “She’s a good player. The courts are women’s swim team cruised down tough team. included sixth seed, No. 5 Kristi the lanes to win back-to-back com- Malul finished the 200-yard Miller defeating No. 7 William and really fast, she plays a very aggressive style. petitions. The diving teams excelled “The thing that I’m breast with a time of 2:07.20. He also Mary’s Megan Moulton-Levy, 7-6 She has a big serve and she just comes at in the pool as well. most proud of is that swam the second leg in the victory (4), 6-4. Maya Johansson continued you. You have to play very well to beat “The thing that I’m most proud in the 200-yd medley relay. her strong fall run with a win over her,” Miller said. McDowell lost a of is that the guys stepped it up, as the guys stepped it “In the medley relay, I [was] pretty No. 45 Cosmina Ciobanu of Notre three set decision to Baylor’s Taylor always. If you want to win a race or up. If you want to happy [that] we were far ahead; but Dame, 7-5, 4-6, 7-5. Ormond, 4-6, 6-2, 0-6. meet, some guys need to step it up,” the real competition is the NCAA’s Unfortunately, two Jackets did In the doubles bracket, Miller Malul said. win... some guys time....” Malul said. lose in the first round. No. 23 Kirsten and McCray lost to TCU’s No. 14 Agatha Kwasnik broke a school need to step it up.” The diving teams took one-two Flower battled, but eventually fell to Macall Harkins and Anna Sydorska, record in the 100-yard freestyle to finishes from both sides. They were Oklahoma’s Anna Marie Constanti- 8-6.“Overall it was a pretty good lead the Jackets to a first-place finish Mickey Malul led by Hannah Krimm and Evan nescu, 5-7, 7-5, 3-6. Fifth seed and tournament. We would have like in the final relay event. Stowers. to have had someone win it, but we Junior Swimmer sixth ranked Zuzana Zemenova of “Our team as a whole, we’re “We need to get a better team Baylor came back from a set down had pretty good results,” McDowell getting a lot more confident this in all parts: as long as you practice to beat No. 42 Christy Striplin 1-6, said. year. Swimming is based a lot on Agatha said. with your mind...think about every 6-2, 6-0. In other Tech confidence so as long as we’ve got The Tech men’s swim team was detail, you’re going to step up your In doubles tennis action, that part…our swimming is good, in a neck-to-neck race to earn the performance at every race,” Malul action, Miller “It’s a tough freshman Noelle we know we can be strong in the most cumulative points. The op- said. and Whitney Hickey travelled pool, so as long as we can keep our ponents were virtually tied before The Jackets next meet will be McCray, the tournament and only to Florida State heads in the game, [we] could do the last event, the 400-yard freestyle on Nov. 16 at the Georgia Tech tournament’s 32 girls make it, to participate really well,” Kwasnik said. relay. Noah Copeland, the winner Invitational. third seed and in their invita- t he nation’s so it’s most of the tional tourna- on it, and I lost it,” Johnson said. “We just couldn’t get it going on third-ranked best players in the ment. Hickey VT from page 28 The Hokies’ recovery set up their offense and we were giving up too t e a m , b l e w country.” beat Kunigunda next big drive. many big plays when we got back through Boise Dorn of Kansas, middle of the field. The ball dropped Four plays after the fumble, out on the field. We weren’t stopping State’s Polina dropping just just in front of him and the Jackets Michael Johnson sacked Glennon them on third downs at first but then Kokoulina and Kristi Miller one game, 6- were forced to punt. to put the Hokies at third and 15 we got it going a little bit,” said Phillip Pichittra Thong- Senior tennis player 1, 6-0. In the “He threw it; it was supposed Wheeler, senior linebacker . dach, 8-2. second round, to be in front of me. I guess he got Georgia Tech did find a glimmer The second Hickey cruised excited and threw it a little bit too “I guess he got of hope in Virginia Tech’s next drive day of play marked the end of the through Liset Brito of Florida In- far up field. I lost it running [looking excited and threw it as they recovered an Branden Ore Jackets’ Fall run. In singles action, ternational, 6-4, 6-1 to reach the for the ball], as a receiver it’s hard to fumble at Virginia Tech’s 32 yard McDowell defeated a familiar op- finals. run [looking for the ball] and really a little bit too far up line. Dwyer took two handoffs for 13 ponent, No. 14 Laura Vallverdu of Hickey fell in the finals against run your fastest. It was a missed op- field. I lost it running yards before Bennett threw his third Miami in a close match, 7-5, 1-6, host school Florida State’s Katie portunity,” Johnson said. interception of the game. Brandon 7-6 (2). Miller defeated No. 35 Rybakova in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, When the Jackets got the ball [looking for the Flowers returned the interception to Samantha Murray of Northwestern 4-6. The Jackets open the second back, Bennett took the next snap ball].” the Virginia Tech 44. Virginia Tech in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3. half of their 2007-2008 campaign and rolled left on play-action, hit- then rode Ore’s running all the way Johansson lost in the round of at the National Collegiate Tennis ting Johnson with the pass down the down to the Jackets’ 11. Dunlevy hit 16 to No. 21 Ani Mijacika, a player Championship in Las Vegas. They middle of the field with no defend- James Johnson a 28 yard field goal to put Virginia who has given the Jackets trouble will also attempt to defend their ITA ers around him. Johnson turned to Junior Wide Receiver Tech up 27-3. this season. Johansson put up a National Team Indoor Champion- run the ball up, but was blindsided With the loss, the Jackets are of- fight only to lose 5-7, 6-2, 7-6 in a ship in early February. They won and fumbled deep in Virginia Tech on their own 29. Glennon saw Josh ficially eliminated from ACC title come-back win for Mijacika. Flower the title last year after knocking off territory. Morgan running deep down the game contention. The Jackets will lost to No. 54 Laura Broosova of defending champion and then No. “No, I didn’t [know he was com- sideline with Jahi Word-Daniels attempt to right the ship against Baylor in the consolation round 1 squad Stanford in the semifinals. ing], I’m supposed to know that, covering. The pass was caught over the 1-8 Blue Devils of Duke next of 16, 6-0, 6-4. The Jackets other They defeated Notre Dame in the but I didn’t. I was trying to make a Word-Daniels and Morgan ran the weekend in Durham, Duke has yet consolation bracket player, Striplin, finals and acquired their first ever play. Turned out he got a good arm ball in for a 71 yard touchdown. to win a single conference game. lost a close game to Arizona State’s No. 1 ranking.

sliver www.nique.net/sliver jmt has bad manners Bring George Carlin to campus! My hands are dirty. My hands are dirty too. I had a dream about you last night, Farzad/Andre. The cute CRC/CSA boy has a girlfriend. Better Ingredients. Where the hell am I supposed to study? GTLawn is sketch, and the Better Pizza. library is closed on a Sunday afternoon. Somehow I feel that I will never reap the benefits of this master plan. Boy, if you are not going to take the initiative, what do you honestly Try our student special: expect? Did anyone see Barack Obama on SNL? Masterful stroke. I still 1 large 1 topping pizza for ONLY $8.99! won’t vote for him though. Or any other mainstream candidate, in all likelihood. Late night special: 1 large 1 topping pizza Basikos Metoxos says: GT girls, if you spot the Patriarch selfstarbuck- ing, go and talk to him $7.99 after 10 p.m. Basikos Metoxos is impressed by Shyanna’s carte visite. She must be really talented! (pick up or delivery) Squirrel over population A fool and his money are...Hey! Where’s my wallet? the cake is a lie

the joker works at the crc AT teol If her friends are cute, I can make that thirty minute trip in fifteen. CHECK US OUT My friend visited Tech and said that he saw more dogs (actual dogs) than women. To our credit though, they were nice dogs. I bet zelda’s a zeta.. WWW.CAMPUSFOODS.COM! hey roommates, you watch way too much tv way too loudly. get a life. GT Bowling Club: check it out! NY152: In response to last week, I’d love to sliver-flirt back, so, hey there! i actually have to pass cs1371 to graduate from this school with an engineering degree? uh oh Guitar Hero III is amazing Look, the most glorious rainbow ever! Do me on it! 24 • Friday, November 9, 2007 • Technique SPORTS

GEORGIA TECH (5-4, 2-4) VS. DUKE (1-8, 0-6) By Casey Doyle Defense vs. Thaddeus Lewis This season, the defense has allowed less than 100 yards rushing per game. Tech’s Thaddeus Lewis, a sophomore, played well last week against Clemson. Lewis was 15 opponents have averaged a mere 2.7 yards per carry. They have forced 20 fumbles, and for 16, for 160 yards and 1 TD. So far this season, Lewis has thrown for almost 2000 recovered 10 of them. The defense has a total of 34 sacks this season, with an average of yards and 18 touchdowns. He will be under a lot of pressure from Tech’s blitz-happy 3.89 per game. They rank first in the ACC and second nationally for sacks. defense, and will spend a good part of the game throwing from his heels. Offensive Line vs. Defensive Line The Jackets’ offensive line is led by veterans including junior Tackle Andrew Gardner Duke’s Pass defense is ranked 106th nationally, allowing on average over 270 passing and senior center Kevin Tuminello. On average, the offensive line allows only .89 sacks yards per game. If Tech can get the passing game going, and take advantage of Duke’s per game, the best in the ACC. The offensive line has also allowed Tech to rank first porous pass defense, then the Jackets should be in a good position to score a lot more in the ACC in rushing offense. passing touchdowns. Tashard Choice vs. Rushing Defense Tashard Choice missed last week’s game against Virginia Tech due to surgery on Duke’s rushing defense is ranked 75th, allowing an average of 167 rushing yards an injured knee. His absence was noticed as the Jackets struggled towards their second per game. With exciting youngsters like Nesbit and Dwyer, Duke’s defense will have lowest rushing output of the season. Choice has led the Jackets’ rushing offense to a a difficult time stopping the rushing game. If Tech’s star RB is able to return, Duke’s national ranking of No. 20, and an average of 206 rushing yards per game. rushing defense will have to step it up in order to keep Choice in check.

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