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This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Student Activities at CORE Scholar. It has been accepted for inclusion in The Guardian Student Newspaper by an authorized administrator of CORE Scholar. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Sexual As^ Awareness - the male view p. 3 A CSPA Gold Medal Newspaper Issue No 24 Vol. 34 • Wednesday. April 21,1999 Would it kill us to be nice? SAAW aims to "Stop the Violence!"
p.5 By CYNTHIA FITZGERALD line hung with approximately For The Guardian 100 shirts will be displayed on Cusack the Quad on May 6 from 10 Wright State's Fifth Annual a.m. to 4 p.m. In case of rain, shines in Sexual Assault Awareness the display will be moved to "Pushing Week will begin Monday. May the Atrium. Also, the last work- 3. The entire week will be filled shop for women who wish to Tin" with activities to promote make a T-shirt will be on May 4 star awareness and healing. "Stop 7 from 7 p.m. to 9p.m. in 025 the Violence - Violence Ef- Milieu Hall. review fects Everyone" is this year's The CP committee is also theme, and the goal of this week organizing the Take Back the p.9 is for everyone, male and fe- Night March which involves male. to realize they can be women walking throughout affected by the violence of WSU's campus at night. The sexual assault. Victims of march will begin on the Quad Record sexual assault are not just those at 8:00 p.m. on May 6. Posters "**hon Breakers at attacked, but also their moth- and signs will be made before ers, fathers, brothers, sisters, that at the Forest Lane Com- WSU munity Center beginning at Members of Student Life, from left to right, Jill Simon, friends and loved ones. Tracy Wiedemann and Amy Sues support SAAW.. The week long event begins 6:00 p.m. with "Barbie meets the Termi- The activities for this year's awareness, the SAAW is meant 2111, Center for Psychological nator." The Wright State Stu- SAAW arc a result of a cam- to provide information and sup- Services (937) 775-3407. dent Life is sponsoring this pus-wide effort. Many WSU port relating to sexual assault. Women's Center (937) 775- special presentation by Joseph organizations, including Pub- This is a year-round concern of 4524. and Greene County Vic- Weinberg on May 6 at 8 p.m. lic Safety, Resident Services, WSU's Coalition Against tim Witness (937) 376-5087. in 109 Oelman Hall. Weinberg the Women's Center, Women's Sexual Assault. CASA is an The Student Life Office ex- takes a serious, yet unorthodox Studies, and the Greek com- organization of groups that pro- pects this year's event to be an look at sexual assault, along munity. have worked together. vides sexual assault education enjoyable learning experience with sexuality from both the "This event is a good time and prevention to the WSU for the entire campus. male and female perspective. to make students aware of the community. The organization "It also allows us to have Other activities will include abu,'dance of resources avail- not only coordinates SAA dialogue on and challenge ex- the national display. The able to them." said Amy Sues, week, but also develops the isting societal attitudes for a Clothesline Project, which Assistant Director of Student Sexual Assault Policy for the healthier campus community." bears witness to violence Life. campus and presents various said Sues. against women. This clothes- Along with promoting educational urograms includ- For more information con- Tennis teams ing national and state speak- cerning the CP or TBTNM. call ers. Jenn Dunn at (937) 775-5569. also Nutter summer repairs There are several CASA Any question about SAAW or breaking groups available to anyone in Weinberg's presentation can be Nutter Center takes a time-out due to a leaky roofnee d of support or information, directed to the Student Life Of- like Student Life (937) 775- fice at (937) 775-5543. records, By KATHERINE L. "A lot of this is stili up in the air. 5543. Public Safety (937) 775- others on GUTWEIN Wc don't really have any specifics Assistant News Editor yet since the bids for project arc not their way in. When those comc back, which Wright State University'sErvin should be in the next couple weeks, FAST FACT J. Nutter Center will be closing for we'll have an idea of when things Sexual Assault Awareness Week several weeks over the summer for will get underway and about how " 84% gkftlf sexual assaults ara e committed by much needed roofing repairs. long it will take," said Sichl. "The roof has been leaking for The Nutter Center will see the an attuantanse of the victim some time, but in order to do re- repair get in the way of conducting * 5?°/i of al se&ial^f^iWs " a date pairs we will have to close the business, but Sichl docs not think it * Almost ha|f onha jrotfrts of i rape facility.The NutterCenterroofhas will be to a large degree. tolchgrolTg^the atfack. "Ft will have an impact on our a perforated deck and work would of girls cause debris, mainly dust, to fall business, but wc can't say how * By the^rrt^ffey enter coj^| inside." said John Sichl, director of much right now. We arc targeting and 18% of boys have e*4»«€ incest or the Nutter Center. this for a time when things arc other sexual assault. The project is anticipated to usually pretty slow so our schedule Most rape happens to women between the lake six to nine weeks and should should noi be greatly cffccied. of 15 and 25. begin in August. said Sichl. I mi eUAHOtAM WHWSfl* f. APHIl 28. 1939 More efficient notices from Dunbar Library WSU Sit 'Us, staff and faculty will receive notices through e-mail By Becky Ledirtv technology gives us the opportu- tion about library accounts arc For The Guardia: nity to expand the e-mail notice accessible from the "View Your Wright Slate studci., 'ac- service," said Sue Weldon, head Own Record" link found Campus Crime uity can now receive inlon. .lion of Information Delivery Services. through "Library Services/ about library borrowing status Hvcn people with off-campus Help" option on the LIBNET through their e-mail accounts. The e-mail accounts can benefit from web page (http:www. LARCENY/THEFT LIQUOR OFFENSES libraries now distribute notices this. The CaTS Help Desk in the Iibraries.wrighl.edu/libnct). Apr. 19: A Dayton resident Apr.21: A Forest Lane about overdue materials, recalls and basement of the library can pro- For more information, con- reported theft of a vehicle from resident was issued a citation the availability of materials for vide information on forwarding e- tact Dunbar Library Circula- Lot 4. for underage consumption and pick-up to students', faculties' and mail from i WSU account to their tion at 775-2525 or Fordham Apr. 19: A Fairborn resident having an open container. staffs' campus e-mail accounts. e-mail address. Library Circulation at 775- reported theft of a vehicle from Apr.23: Two Dayton resi- Materials can also IK- renewed The most up-to-date informa- 2003. Lot 4. dents were cited for having through this option. Apr.20: A Fairborn resident open containers in Lot 2. Notices for fines, bills and reported a theft in the Student Apr.23: A Fairborn resi- Ohiol.INK pick-up will still be Union. dent was issued a citation for delivered toevcryone's local mail- Apr.21: Two WSU employ- underage consumption and ing addresses, but making this in- ees reported theft in the Stu- having an open container. formation available through e- dent Union. OFFENSE OF THE PUB- matl will increase the delivery efti- Apr.22: A Fairborn resident LIC PEACE reported theft of personal prop- Apr.23: A Sycamore Hall "The biggest positive impact erty from a vehicle in Lot 12. resident reported telephone here is that students were not Apr.23: A theft was re- harassment. aware that the library was us ported from University Hall. ing campus mailboxes. Thi: Campus Calendar
Wednesday, April 28 •Camp-out for • Noon Prayer, sponsored by • Delta Zeta meeting at 4 of the Student Union Dining • Applications are now Homelessness Awareness be- Campus Crusade for Christ, at p.m. in W156C Student Union. Room. available for Student Gov- ginning at midnight on the noon in 279 Millett Hall. • Delta Tau Delta meeting • Wright Outdoors meet- ernment cabinet positions for Quad. Beforehand there will be • Student Government meet- at 6:30 p.m. in E157 Student ing at 7 p.m. in VV025 Stu- the 1999-2000 sciiool year. an informal program held at 9 ing at 5 p.m. in E157 Student Union. dent Union. Anyone interested can pick p.m. in the first floor Pine Hall Union. • Beta Theta Pi meeting at 7 • "Tuesday Night Thing," up an application packet in lounge. Any questions can be • "God's Economy," a Bible p.m in W025 Student Union. sponsored by Baptist Colle- the SG office in W024 Stu- addressed to Meg at 775-6739 study sponsored by Life and • Beta Phi Omega meeting giate Ministries, at 7 p.m. in dent Union. Packets "re due Donations will accepted for the Truth, at 7 p.m. in W025 Stu- at 6 p.m. in E163AStudent 116 Health Sciences Build- May 7. St. Vincent Hotel for the home- dent Union. Union. ing. • Muslim prayer at 2:15 less as part of the event. • Bible study, sponsored by • Alpha Phi Alpha meeting Wednesday, May 5 p.m. in the Upper Hearth • Muslim prayer at 2:15 p.m. Baptist Collegiate Ministries, at 7 p.m. in W163B Student • Muslim prayer at 2:15 Lounge and at 7 p.m. in the in the Upper Hearth Lounge ji noon in 379 Millett Hall. Union. p.m. in the Upper Hearth extension of the Student and at 7 p.m. in the extension • African Students United Monday, May 3 Lounge and at 7 p.m. in the Union Dining Room. of the Student Union Dining meeting at 5 p.m. in E154 Stu- • Muslim prayer at 2:15 p.m. extension of the Student • WWSU general meeting Room. dent Union. in the Upper Hearth Lounge Union Dining Room. at 3 p.m. in W025 Student • Residential Community Saturday, May 1 and at 7 p.m. in the extension • WWSU general meeting Union. Association general meeting at • Student Entrepreneurs of the St..dent Union Dining at 3 p.m. in W025 Student • "A college level study 3:30 p.m. in W025 Student United meeting at 6 p.m. in Room. Union. of the book of Hebrews." a Union. E156A Student Union. • Beta Theta Pi meeting at • "A college level study Bible study sponsored by Life • Campus Crusade for Christ Sunday, May 2 10 p.m. in W025 Student Union. of the book of Hebrews," a and Truth, at noon in W025 Primetime meeting at 7:30 p.m. • Delta Sigma Theta meet- • Noon Prayer, sponsored by Bible study sponsored by Student Union. in 001A Medical Sciences ing at 4 p.m. in E157 Student Campus Crusade for Christ, at Life and Truth, at noon in • Noon Prayer, sponsored Building. Union and 8 p.m in the Upper noon in 279 Millett Hall. W025 Student Union. by Campus Crusade for • Persian vegetarian cuisine Hearth Lounge • Intcrfraternity Council • Noon Prayer, sponsored Christ, at noon in 279 Millett served at noon in the Campus • Phi Mu meeting at 3 p.m. meeting at 7 p.m. in W025 Stu- by Campus Crusade for Hall. Ministry as part of Asian Heri- in W169C Student Union. dent Union. Christ, at noon in 279 Millett • Bible study, sponsored tage Month. Call 775-4069 to • Alpha Kappa Alpha meet- • Bible study, sponsored by Hall. by Baptist Collegiate Minis- register. ing at 3 p.m. in El54 Student Baptist Collegiate Ministries, • Bible study, sponsored tries, at noon in 379 Millett • Golden Key National Union. at noon in 379 Millett Hall. by Baptist Collegiate Minis- Hall. Honor Society meeting at 4 p.m. • Zeta Tau Alpha meeting at • Jewish Student Union tries, at noon in 379 Millett • Phi Kappa Tau meeting in 325 Millett Hall. An officer 4 p.m. in E156A.B Student meeting at 6:30 p.m. in E154 Hall. at 7 p.m. in E157A Student meeting will follow. Union. Student Union. • Phi Kappa Tau meeting Union • Delta Sigma Theta meet- • Phi Sigma Phi meeting at 6 Tuesday, May 4 at 7 p.m. in E157A Student • Iota Phi Theta meeting ing at 8 p.m. in the E156A Stu- p.m. in E154 Student Union. • Alpha Kappa Alpha meet- Union at 5 p.m. in W025 Student dent Union. • Sigma Phi Epsilon meet- ing at 6:15 in E1 56A.B Student • Iota Phi Theta meeting Union. Friday, April 30 ing at 5 p.m. in E163A. Union. at 5 p.m. in W025 Student • Delta Sigma Theta meet- • Muslim prayer at 2 p.m.- • Kappa Alpha Psi meeting • Muslim prayer at 2:15 p.m. Union. ing at 8 p.m. in the E156A location TBA and at 7 p.m. in at 3 p.m. in W169B Student in the Upper Hearth Lounge • Zeta Phi meeting at 4:30 Student Union. the extension of the Student Union. and at 7 p.m. in the extension p.m. in the Student Union Thursday, April 29 Union Dining Room. Faculty Dinning Room. WtDNlSDnr. APRIL Z8 1999 T, Greek? sympathetic to tragedy in Littleton,CO.
By Becky Ledinghar "If it could happen in Colo- "I would like to encourage ton student who lost both his par- women who have been battered For The Guardian rado. it could happen here and I the entire campus and commu- ents and it could have been one and abused who arc in transit have brothers and sisters that nity to participate. I am re- of our students or one of our homes like the YWCA," said The recent tragedy u. could have been faculty. If we are a com- Tom Coy, graduate assistant to Littleton, Colorado has touched killed. It's a munity that believes in the GAC. the hearts of many people across tragedy and this helping then we will GAC will be collecting used the United States. In memory of is our way of match our words and our professional type clothing and the shooting victims and their showing our deeds," said Lynncttc shoes that can help women to get families, the Wright State Uni- support for the Heard, director of Stu- versity Greeks will be distribut- people of dent Support Services. ing ribbons on campus this week, Littleton. Colo- This coming weekend Wcd.-Fri. in the Student Union, rado," said Delta Zeta will be hold- Allyn Hall and on the Quad. The B r e n d a ing their annual "Turtle ribbons will be blue and white Lantman.aZcta Tug" philanthropy event and students are asked to wear Tau Alpha on Sunday May 2nd at them throughout the week of May member. the Woods volleyball 3-7. Another court. This is a tug of Students and faculty arc en- continuing con- war event where teams couraged to wear the ribbons in cern of the WSU of three compete in mud. remembrance of the young lives Creeks is the the price is $5 a person lost and to promote intolerance tornado relict Members of Panhellenic Council make ribbons in and T-shirts arc $ 1 each.. to violence and terrorism. for the rememberance of the vicitms of Littleton. The proceeds go to the "There were a lot of people Hamilton County victims. The minded of how the community Hearing and Visually Impaired. Each ribbon has a card angry about what happened, in- tornado relief has received one helped the victims of the Xenia Greek students will also be explaining the meaning of cluding myself. It was just a way SI 60 and half a barrel of canned tornado. We have an involved in next week's Sexual the ribbons. for us to all show that we csred food. Donation tables will con- oppurtunity to reach into our Assault Awareness Week. back into the workforce. The and let the people of Littleton tinue to be set up in the Greek hearts, wallets and pantries to "In an effort to support Sexual clothing can be dropped off in know," said Shannon Florkcy, office in the basement of the Stu- give help for those who arc go- Assault Awareness Week, the the Greek Office.For more an Alpha Xi Delta member who dent Union and in Allyn Hall all ing to have a long term need. I Panhellenic Council feels a re- informationcontact the GAC of- helped to organize the action. this week. think of the University of Day- sponsibility to help sponsor fice at (937)775-5560. The male view on Lewis-Thornton, living sexual assault with and lecturing on AIDS "Barbie meets the Terminator" By SHAUNA M. SHEPLER blown AIDS in 1992, she decided to refers to is unprotected sex with a By CYNTHIA FITZGERALD sexual assault as a men's issue re- For The Guardian go public with her plight. number of partners. None of her For The Guardian sulting from a "rape culture" that "I just decided that I wasn't go- previous partners confessed to hav- accepts, even glorifies, male vio- Rae Lewis-Thornton returns to ing to sit around and stare at the ing AIDS. To this day, Lewis- Wright State's Student Life is lence. In his opinion, young men Wright State University on May 5 at walls in my apartment until I left this Thornton does not know who in- kicking off Sexual Assault Aware- are eager for direction, if given 7 p.m.. in the Medical Sciences Au- earth. And I sure wasn't going to fected her. ness Week with a presentation by without scorn or condescension. ditorium .lonceagainblastthecom- walk around acting like I was For Lewis-Thornton, all of her Joseph Weinberg. "Barbie meets Over the years, Weinberg has mon myths and stereotypes sur- ashamed of my illness. Do people accomplishments have helped cover the Terminator" will be held in 109 broadened his topics to include rounding AIDS. Lewis-Thornton withcancerhave todeal with shame? up the pain of not establishing a Oelman Hall on May 3 at 8 p.m. SL male socialization, sexuality, malc- first brought her story to Wright Do people with heart disease have to relationship with her mother until is hoping that everyone will attend on-male violence and work with State in 19%. deal with shame? No! Welltheonly age 18, or her father, who died when Weinberg's presentation in order girls and women. He accounts the "I've hit rock bottom and way we're going to remove the she was just three years old. Lewis- to "get the low down on some dirty need for his training to the failure bounced back," said Lewis- shame and stigma of AIDS is to start Thornton says that praise and en- truths about men. women, and so- of parents, teachers, and religious Thornton. talking openly and honestly about couragement from her school teach- ciety." leaders to separate sex from guilt Known forherstrcet-cornercan- it," said Lewis-Thornton. ers he Iped her forget about her home According to Amy Sues, Assis- or fear. According to Weinberg, dor, Lewis-Thornton will answer Despite her health status, or bc- life. tant Director of Student Life, the teaching a vibrant, conscious, un- any question about living with AIDS causeofit.Lcwis-Thomton launched Lcwis-Thomton also credits her university is very lucky to have embarrassed sexuality will helpend that you're not afraid to ask. Lewis- an unending crusade in 1992 to tell husband Kenny and her strong faith Weinberg here. His resume con- sexual assault. Thornton battles for the breath, but young and old audiences alike to in God for helping her through the sists of numerous highlights in- "The sex taught in our rape not for the words, to tell the story of take control of their own bodies, pain of her diease. cluding appearances at several na- culture often isn't much different how AIDS has decimated her I i fe. At health and futures. "Sometimes there's so much pain tional conferences, team work- than sexual assault," writes 34, Lewis-Thornton has achieved "I stand before the audiences that it could become so overwhelm- shops for colleges across the na- Weinberg. celebrity status as the leading spokes- lookinggood—a well-educated pro- ing. and I think the pain could kill me tion, and training for many Greek "He defines the boundaries and woman for AIDS pre vention among fessional and that's all they sec at before AIDS." organizations. He has also held limits between sexual relationships African-American women, a road first," said Lcwis-Thomton, "But I A bom again Christian, Lewis- workshops and speeches for the and sexual assault," said Tracy warrior who travels across the coun- want people to know that AIDS is a Thornton sees AIDS as her life's United States Air Force, and soon Wiedemann of Student Life. try speaking in schools and churches foul and filthy disease. I want them greatest gift. the Navy. Weinberg's unorthodox ap- or anywhere she's welcome, trying to know what it's like to watch your "I think God is using me in an "Weinberg's presentation is proach should appeal to many and to reach those who don't sec them- health slip away, to know about the awesome way. for me to be able to non-abrasive, placing accountabil- the Student Life office encourages selves at risk. night sweats and the days when you take all my pain and use it for the ity but also being empathetic." said everyone to attend. Weinberg will Diagnosed with the Human-Im- can't control your bowels. I want good of others.. Sues. also be speaking in some WSU munodcficicncy Virus (HIV), the them to know what it's like knowing For more information, contact The emphasis of his presenta- classes on both May 3 and May 4. virus that causes AIDS, while do- that your life's going to end. all the Bolinga Center at (937) 775- tion is education as a way to pre- For more information, call Student nating blood in Washington. D.C. in because of one simple mistake." 5645. vention. Weinberg deals with Life Office at (937) 775-5543. 1986. When she developed full- The "mistake" Lewis-Thornton I 4 aumm mmmumjsjm )mm Stair VnivtnUy Tuition hike belies promise
April 28, 1999 WSU Board of Trustees wants us to bend over again Issue No. 25 Vol. 34 A faculty member remarked a few weeks ago that Dr. be meeting again in June. Goldenberg promised to keep tuition hikes to one percent or June. Conveniently after most of us have finished up our finals less. And this eminent professional said. "And you can trust and left for the summer. Editor In Chief • Amy Pryor And what will they do in June, you may be asking yourself? News Editor • Heather Bishara Dr. Goldenberg to keep his word." Spotlight Editor • Angelique Campbell But apparently, the Board of Trustees is another matter Why. negotiate our tuition raise for Fall Quarter. Opinions Editor • Angelle Haney entirely. Interesting, isn't it. ihat most of the major tuition increases are Sports Editor - David Biddle Undergraduate tuition is going up another five percent. passed over the summer? Someone should really look into that. Chief Photographer - Drew Hedlestc Oh, we will be told, but that's only another S65.50. Interesting also that the majority of every increase is "not set Copy Editor - Anita Artzner And it's only for the summer. How many people will aside for specific purposes ." The lack of accountability inherent in Graphic Arts Manager - Thomas Poole really be here in the summer, anyway? Thi hike will only this statement is incredibly disconcerting. They want us to cough up Advertising Manager - Jamie Allen affect a minority of students. In fact, the Board of Trustees is more money, but don't have any real and concrete use for it? Ad Graphics Manager - Josh Couts probably counting on that fact to work Maybe, just perhaps, if there was a good reason for students to Circulation Manager • Shaun Tubbs with the natural apathy of the WSU pay more money, they would do so without complaint, even gladly. Assistant News Editor - Katy Gutwein student population to keep the Maybe, if there were compelling needs for money, maybe then the squealing to a bare Board of Trustees wouldn't have to sneak around and pass increases minimum. behind our backs. Advertising Reps - Doug Rieman. Thomas Ah, but the Granted, maybe they don't see it that way. Sweeney Board of Maybe they have our best interests at heart. After all, why Staff Writers - Matt D-i!ey. Brandy Hollon, Bnan would they he on the Board of Trustees if they didn't care about this Joo. Cherjanel Lenzy, Morgon Sanborn, Jason Trustees Seaman, Dan Stupp will university? Staff Photographers • Josh Bell, Jenn Smith Maybe, then, they should see fewer administators and more Technology Supervisor- Jason Sanders students, to determine what is needed, fair and a reasonable finacial Faculty Mentor - Jeff John burden for students. Student Media Coordinator - Geny Petrak Doesn't a responsible fiscal proposal require reasons to justify more funds? The Gwiniiun is printed weekly during the Apparently not at Wright State. regular school year. It is published by students of Wright Stale University in Dayton, Ohio. Editori- als without byline* -rTect the majority opinion of (he editorial hoard V iews expressed in columns, cartoons and advertisements arc those of ihe writ- letters to the editor ers. artists and advertisers The Guardian reserves the right to censor or reject adveitising copy in accordance wilh any present or future advertising acceptance rules es- tablished by Th' Guardian. All contents con- WSU labs respond to cruelty charges tained herein are ihc express property ol The Guardian. Copyright privileges revert to the writ- ers. artists ana photographers of specific works after publication TheGuardian reserves the right Treatment of animals in experiments humane, needed to reprint works in future issues - O 1999 The Gua.fl.an David Nibert from the People/Animal's Network (letter of modifications related to animal welfare or for additional information. Letters to the Editor April 21) and others have a ended the WSU Laboratory Animal Research projects currently underway at Wright State could someday Care and Use Committee (LACUC) meetings for about five help people recover spinal cord function after nerve injuries, develop •The Guardian encourages letters to the years. Dr. Nibert represents the animal rights community, a editor and commentary pieces from more effective treatments to relieve pain, help avoid the crippling effects group that opposes all use of animals in research. Animal of ncun muscular disease, and improve skin grafts for burn victims. For students, faculty, administrators and research raises difficult issues, which members of the LACUC staff examp'.-. since infection is a primary cause of death in burn patients, a take very seriously. Dr. Nibert, in his recent letter, chooses to •Letters should be typed, have the burn specialist at Miami Valley Hospital is researching ways to increase avoid such issues in favor of criticism of the LACUC. writer's printed full name, address, the growth rate and infection resistance of skin grafts. The protocol Membership of the LACUC is determined daytime phone and class standing (if involves several small burns to the skin of a pig, largely by federal guidelines. The 17 members applicable) followed by application of skin grafts, all performed include two M.D.s, two veterinarians, a statistician, under surgical anesthesia. The animal is given pain •Deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. on a schoolteacher, the former head of a local animal the Friday proceeding the next issue medication throughout the study. The treatment of the shelter, and a librarian. Three of the 17 have no animal is entirely humane. •Letters should be kept to 500 words or affiliation with the university other than their Dr. Nibert alleges that Wright State's animals are less membership on the committee. The LACUC v S obtained improperly. Dr. Nibert knows otherwise •All letters are subject to editing for reviews all requests to use animals in research and space and content because he and his colleagues frequently inspect WSU teaching. The committee ensures that the request •Letters which duplicate others may be records regarding the purchase of animals. First of all, is scientifically justified and not an unnecessary omitted the vast majority of the animals used for research arc duplication of earlier research, that there arc no •When responding to another letter, rats and mice. Further, all animals are purchased from alternatives to using animals, and that distress to the animal is USDA licensed dealers, none from the local area. refer to the date and headline minimized. The committee and the animal facility are overseen •Quotes that cannot be confirmed will The LACUC operates in an open environment. Any member of the by two federal agencies, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and community is invited to attend any meeting. The next meeting is May 6 not be used the Public Health Service. The USDA periodically conducts • E-mail to [email protected] at 3:00 p.m. in Room 405 Russ. In addition, anyone with an interest is unannounced inspections of facilities, records, and committee always welcome to tour the laboratory animal facility. procedures. Guardian Phone Numbers Dr. Nibert states that no protocols (research projects) have Advertising: 775-5537 Fax:775-5535 been denied. From July 1998, through February 4. 1999, News: 775-5536 approximately ihc time ihat Dr. Nibert attended the meetings. 20 Jay Thomas Editor in Chief: /75-5540 new protocols were reviewed. Of these, four were approved >ciatc Provost for Research Sports / Features: 775-5536 outright while 16 were returned to the researchers for Ci
I WIDNISDAY. APR/l 28. 1999 TtKOUVUUN 5 OPED Wc jld it kill you to be nice? look at the reason the two boys gave. Before anyone knew about the When you are young, you pick on comprehend that high school will They wanted revenge. website or the Nazi affiliation, there the weak and the different because it end in four years; and that death is They were being picked on and surely were warning signs. They makes you feel better about yourself. forever. wanted to pick back. wore black and played Doom. If this is not reprimanded, docs it No one knows what By Thomas Whoever said, sticks and stones Couldn't the school have done really change when you get older? happened to push these boys into Poole may break my bones, but names will something? The boys wanted revenge. They taking such deadly actions. No never hurt me, obviously never No. went after the ones that picked on one knows what was going 24 injured. went to high school. Remember No one could foresee what these them. And they went after the ones through their minds to make this IS dead. those kids who could nut go a day boys would do. Each child is a who were different from them to their only reasonable choicc. But Including the gunmen. without being called fat, or ugly, or different person, it is not fair to feel the power that was inflicted on there is one thing that everyone On Tuesday, April 20. Eric gay, or loser, or... different? target students who don't fit in as them. knows: People are mean to each Harris and Dylan Klebold entered Were you one of those kids? problem children, and the popular Is what they did right? No. other. By just accepting that is like Colombine High School in Littleton. Or were you the one that called ones as the pride of the school. If that Is it the best thing they could just accepting that people kill. Colorado, and took their revenge. out those names? were the case, it would be hard to have done? No. Why is one abuse okay and the ^ut what was their revenge for? The boys were different. And believe a girl could say no to the Did children have to die for other immoral? If it seems like I Since this tragedy occurred, they were reminded of thai every day. captain of the football team. this? No. sound naive, or that I am asking a parents, school systems and the If people are pointed at. ridiculed, And that girl with the dyed black Can people understand how this lot of questions, it is simply media hive been looking for and looked down on it is not a surprise hair and the leather collar, or that tragedy could have happened? Yes. because I would like to someone to blame. that they will become antisocial. But boy with the limp wrist deserve what I am not excusing these understand. The affects of this Parents blame the school system it is a surprise when the quiet fight people say about them. horrifyingactions. Innocent children tragedy can only be measured if for not foresee i ng the danger; school back. Everyone blows off the obvious died. Hut the innocence of youth kids stop attacking that easy target systems blame the media for showing "Hit early reports just reinforced fact that children arc mean to each was a myth that died a long time ago. because he or she is different. other as irrelevant. They say. "kids if it ever really existed. violent images; the media blames this. Reporters had "the list" to go And if people realize that over when talking about them. will be kids." Teachers take a blind k is nice to look back at parents for not supervising their sometimes their words can be as 1. They wore black. eye towards students taunting each childhood and think of it as being children. powerful as a gun. And everyone blames guns, just 2. They weren't social. other. Abuse leads to abuse. carefree and sweet. Maybe it was 24 injured for existing. 3. They were "goth." Emotional violence sometimes leads for some people. 15 dead. Everyone wants a reason for People want to know why the to physical violence. People are But for others it wasn't. When Including the gunmen. what happened, but no one wants to school did not sec this coming. violent to gain power and respect. you are young, it is impossible to Who has the power now? letters to the edifdr An open letter from OCAB Columbine tragedy A cautionary word about off-campus parties There is a fine line of difference between daring to be different by Dear community member, -Underage drinking laws adhering to one's own values and being a non-conformist to simply The purpose of this letter is to inform you of -New student code of conduct guidelines, as attract attention. The "Trench Coat Mafia" involved in last week's information that may be of value to you concerning follows: Columbine High School shooting were non-conformists who WANTED off-campus "block parties" that have historically Section V H2 to make themselves known as "the bad-guys," the "strange, scary taken place during the Fall and Spring quarters. Violations, alleged or convicted, of local, stale, people." They wanted people to fear them. Were they really living for Attendance at these gatherings has grown or federal law whether on university premises, or andcarry ing out an idea.ad^ctrine they believed in, or were the shootings substantially in the past few years. The large number off campus when such violation of the law has an simply a way to say, "Hen: we are. Look what we can do?" of students, combined with the consumption of adverse impact upon the university community. Millions of television shows, movies, and internet websites are alcohol and loud noise in a relatively small area, Any conduct that involves violation of local, dedicated solely to violence. When websites actually teach us, stcp-by- have generated several concerns from the campus state or federal law may result in internal disciplinary step, how to put together a bomb, how can we question why these things and surrounding communities. action as well as civil and/or criminal action. happen? Our nation thrives on violence in entertainment, then when real- The potential fora serious incident to take place As May Daze quickly approaches, we wanted to life situations arise, we ask why they happen. Is it any wonder? exists. It is with this in mind that the Off-Campus take this opportunity to inform you that there will be Whatever the motives were behind the killings last week, we have Advisory Board (OCAB) was created to facilitate officers in the area to protect you from individuals no one to blame but ourselves. If the incident at Columbine High hurts discussions regarding issues that affect our on- who choose to drink and drive. or scares you, do something about it. Don't just sit back and hope campus as well as off-campus communities. Representatives from Fairborn and the Sheriff someone else docs something about it. Without nationwide support, how OCAB is composed of representatives from the departments, as well as officers from Wright State's will we ever make it known that something must be done? student body, Residence Services, Fairborn Police Public Safety will be in the area should you need My mother is a teacher, and my brothers arc still in grade school, so Department, Public Safety, management and/or assistance. anytime I hear about a school shooting. I do get scared. We cannot, landlords from Cimarron Woods. Meadow Run and The presence of the officers is not to prevent however, live in fear. Make it known how you feci. Write letters to Off-Campus Forest Lane, as well as members of gatherings from taking place, but to insure that people- newspapers, magazines, even the President. We must come together to Student Activities and Student Life. are protected and laws arc adhered to. stop violence. You do not have to go to such extremes to make yourself The committee recognizes the need for students We hope that the above information is of benefit known. living off campus to have social events outdoors. to you. Instead, live by your own values and morals, be an individual, proud However, students should be aware of the issues If you have any comments or questions relating of who you arc. and laws that govern behavior. These include: tooff-campus issues, we would like to hear from you. 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APRIL 28. 1999 IK, 7 SPQTUGHL Native .American art to be displayed By CHERJANET LENZY This exhibit marks the first all plores and addresses this culture. Spotlight Writer Native American art exhibit for "A lot of times the Native the Student Union gallery during American population is over- its three years of existence. looked. especially the artists," said Wright Stale's Student Union Featured artists James Oberle, Gladys Williams, co-curator. Art Gallery and Formal Lounge Ken Watson, James Philips. David "Dancc of the Ohio" will give will display an art exhibit encom- Badir, Ray Glenn, and Catherine viewers a chance to learn more passing the unique and diverse cul- VMCC will display art works that about the people, their culture and ture of numerous Native American include sculptures, pencil sketches the heritage surrounding them. tribes. portraits and watercolors to dic- Ail participating artists will be The exhibit entitled "Dance of tate their Native American influ- recognized at a reception on May the Ohio: A Celebration ot Native enced pieces. 8. from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Americans" will begin Monday, The subject matter for the ex- Student Union Formal Lounge. May 3 and continue through Fri- hibit was choscn because "as an During this time participants day, June 4. artist it's a area of subject matter will hear Rainbow Eagle (Rolland The concept for this exhibit I'm interested in," said Vance. J. Williston) discuss attributes of came about whenCatherine Vance, According to Fall 1998 statis- native art, as well as hear native the exhibit curator, talked with Pat tics there are 72 Native American songs, traditional stories, and 12- Kelly, Programming and Market- students at Wright State. Though year-old Alisha Degcnhart wil' ing Manager, about having an ex- this is a significant number of perform on the piano. hibit that would display Native individuals, Vance believes that a All events are free and open to American art. lot of students may not realize that the public. For more information Kelly okayed the project and we have the Asian Hispanic Na- contact, Catherine Vance at (937) "Dancc of the Ohio" was born. tive American Center, that ex- 775-1510. "Looking Toward Dance exhibit in Student Union the arts," mentioned Ostendorf. By JASON SEAMAN four main themes: DCDC's Tomorrow" just "DCDC has grown from a Spotlight Writer sense of placc in the community, the nation, the world and the arts. grass root organization to a world "This is where the DCDC fits in. class contemporary dancc com- like a cabaret It's a big part in Dayton's his- pany. Dayton should be proud. The Dayton Contemporary tory. It is nationally and interna- People shouldn't want to miss seer ing this company perform or your Side Story," "Evita," "Rent," Dance Company will be ccl- tionally recognized for the dance By JASON SEAMAN missing a wonderful opportu- and "Oklahoma." cbratinp its 30th anniversary this programs. It is a part of history Spotlight Writer nity." concluded Parks. "There is no admission fee, month. Tli jy have been celebrat- of modern contemporary dancc," "Dreams Work: DCDC Danc- but donations arc being ing by opening an exhibit in the said Ostendorf. Wright State University's Stu- "The DCDC has deep roots ing With a Sense of Place" can be A group of sophomore musi- asked," added Raderstorf. dent Union Formal Lounge. in the Dayton community, found in the Student Union For- cal theatre majors are perform- The donation money will The presentation started on schools and arts. I" even contin- mal Lounge and there is free ad- ing "Looking Toward Tomor- be collected and saved until March 13 and will continue ues to interact and contribute in mission and is open to the public. row" later this week. their trip in two years. through June giving the open the community. It participates in The exhibit is open Monday "The purpose is to raise The money will be evenly public plenty of time to sec the professional organizations and through Saturday 8 a.m. to II money so when we are seniors distributed to all the partici- performs nationally. The DCDC p.m. and on Sunday 10 a.m. to 11 we can gotoNcw York for audi- pants. exhibit. The exhibit, "Dreams Work: is internationally affiliated and p.m. tions," said Michael Raderstorf, This will now be an an- DCDC Dancing With A Sense travels around the world to per- co-director of the production. nual tradition at Wright State, Of Place" gives an introduction form. It collaborates with the The other director of the so each class will have an of the creation of the dance pro- arts and other genres. It is in- In this section: stage show is Stephanie equal opportunity to raise gram. The exhibit consists of spired by other art forms and Richards. money. New music primarily photographs, pro- may incorporate these forms. "We have been rehearsing for "Students should come and grams. two-dimensional arti- DCDC may also inspire others," from The Gufs about a month every night," support fellow students at this facts, posters and a costume," added Powell. added Raderstorf. The group of production. This is how we p. 8 said June Powell, chairman of It is a high honor for WSU to over 20 arc all musical theatre start our careers," concluded DCDC's 30th anniversary com- be chosen to host the event. John Cusack majors. Raderstorf. "WSU is a very strong supporter They would like to go to New "Looking Toward Tomor- mittee. shines in "It also features photos, im- of the DCDC. WSU has been York to pursue their careers af- row" will be presented in the ages and historic paraphernalia instrumental in the growth so it "Pushing Tin" ter they graduate and are trying Hcrbst Theatre in the Creative through the beginning to present was a natural decision." com- p. 9 to raise money. Arts Center. day of dancers, choreographers mented Ostendorf. The songs combine to make There will be shows start- • WSU student in and the founder. Jcrledyne Blun- "If people want to see a taste a cabaret of Broadway show- ing April 30 at 8 p.m., May 1 der." added Caren Ostendorf. of Dayton's history, this is it. It " Tartuffe" stoppers. There are songs in at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. and on marketing manager. is a great treasure that Dayton both acts from "Hair," "West May 2 at 3 p.m. p. 10 The program focuses around has offered the world through I WIDNCSOAY. APRIL 28. 1999 Tragedy inspires Congratulations to Disasternaut Winners of the 1999 Battle of the Bands The Gufs S. . i drums. cach song is so Sponsored by UAB and FJM Productions "Holiday from per -hethcr it's poi- You" gnant "Ashes," catchy Look for the full story in the next issue of The Guardian • ••• like "Sonitivhere Out There" % or turbulent like "Lake 17," Alter a three-year break the lyrics and music arc in- from recording, the Gufs step spired and inspiring. forward triumphantly with "Holiday from You" fea- their latest release. 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i WIDNtSDAY. APRIL 28. 1999 THE I SPORTS Won Vs Softball breaks school record for wins Wright ate women double last years wins; record is now 32-16 By BRANDY HOLLON "Amber came in with the bases loadedand two outs to pinch hit. She smacked a bomb over the center fielder's head," said Crowe. Sports Writer On May 4 the women will host Ohio University for their last games, at 3:00 p.m. The Wright Stale softbail learn broke the record for most wins The Raiders will then begin preparing for the MCC tournament, which will be held on May 14-15 hosted by the University of Illinois-Chicago. (Times to be announced) in a season on April 24 after defeating Detroit in the second game of a double-header 8-1. With two wins yesterday, against Univer- Crowe commented on the upcoming MCC tournament, "We are going to take a little time off before the tournament and then come sity of Dayton, the Raiders record is now 32-16. which breaks the 1997 record of 29 wins and doubles the 1998 season wins." back fresh and practice hard for "This was definitely the highlight of our season. We were able the tournament. We arc very optimistic about the tour- to double our win total from last year," said sophomore catcher nament. We have proven r Chrissy Crowe. Crowe was not able to play throughout the Spring Break trip that we can beat any- earlier in the year with a wrist injury, but has returned to the body. . If our hitting catching position for all of the conference games. and pitching are The women finished 6-6 in the Midwestern Collegiate Confer- there we ence. have a good On April 22 the Raiders shutout MCC opponent Butler in a chance to double-header 3-0 in the first and an impressive 12-0 in the second. The Raiders split their twinbill against Detroit on April 24, losing their first game by just one run 3-2 and winning their second to break the record. When asked about the noticeable difference in the two scores, Crowe commented, "It took us a while to come alive with our hitting, but when we are hitting we are a very explosive team." The Raiders finished out their weekend with two disappointing losses against Cleveland State 5-1 and 4-1. Sophomore pitcher Kim Sycks made the effort on the mour.u in the first game. Kelly Herbst and Hook pitched the second. The Raiders seemed unable to scon during those games. "We had nine hits the first game, but we could^ not capitalize on them and score the runs we needed. offered Crowe. The Raiders bounced back on Tucs. with two wins against cross town rivals UD. The first game was won 3-1 with Angie Hook on the mound for the Raiders. Junior center fielder Annie Divac played an impres- sive game, scoring one run. having 2 hits and a RBI. Game two saw Herbst pitch a 5-1 win over the Flyers.Freshman Amber Kolle led the Raiders with 2 RBI's as a pinch hitter.
In this section: • Women's Tennis breaking records; Men's not far behind p. 12
• Baseball update Diagram: clockwise; Amber Kolle, Annie Oivac, Heidi Gildow and Kim p. 13 Sycks. • Look for more Bottom L to R: Kristin Lanham. Maria Barhost, Annie Divac, Frannie Divac, Julia Tamai, Laurie Henry, Heidi Gildow. Benicia Cleveland. rom Dan Stupp next Top L to R: Amber Kolle, Amber Price, Kim Sycks. Chrissie veek. Crow, Joslyn Roth. Autumn Peters, Kelly Herbst, Angie Hook, Michelle Demmitt. Christy Lofton.
I n&mmt vamaaueBiusjm. Wright State tennis teams preparing for strong finale Raider women have already shattered school record, men rolling as well By DAVID BIDDLE western Collegiate Conference is I2-I9. Sport' Dunham-Freer and Montero. who Tith's record is a little mislead- have compiled a 25-7 record. ing since he has the burden of play- This The V, M ; tennis learns Dunham-Freer and Montero. ing first singles for the Raiders. arc enjoy ,-asons on the both freshmen, have also split time The most dominating doubles month hardcourts ot. in. /^('Ijrst^HjKjc.s for the Raiders. tandem for the Raiders is Sean The women ,,jve posted an I h Cfiarlic Bainter Vclie and Prier, who have put to- earn extra $$$ overall record of 21-10 and the i uw^hifl'^wicwnes in his cafeer getheranearly flawless 9-I record. for back to men have served up a 18-10 mark. There is still no truth to the The Raider women have already v xTfie Raidefc men. coached by rumor that Gavin, Velie and Prier school. tied the school record for victories - Herb Fcist^r.lvivc pJayejJ'a rather will leave school early for the ATP hfardo*es? and they dominated their last three difficult schedule recently;hut are tour. h for tot boots? N»«d cosh tor school h»»7 matches over Wittenberg, Malone ifi the rakjst (if a hot streak. Both the women's and men's hfornpfUat? and Ccdarville by a combined 27- ^SU has >^p n^T)f tlKir last tennis (cams will compete this 0 score. seven, including victories over in- weekend in the MCC Tournament Eom up to 5225 0 month by donation potentially life-saving plasno! Visit our friendly, modem center ond Individual records for the lrasi»tc\rivalyt)ayrftn and Xavier. at Northsidc High School near In- find out more about the opportunity to eom cosh while women arc as follows: Hillary individual records for the men dianapolis. helping others. Shantcau 20-6, Gloria Montero 21 - include: Darius Prier l8 3,W?rrCn 11, Anjali Mathur 21-13, Melissa Gavin 20^5. Chad Camper j6-10. College hoops update... As port of o Company research program, on experimental Dunham-Freer 20-14. Leslie Chad Dcrry 20-10, Rocky Ohio State junior guard test will be performed on your plasma which could poten- Marcum 15-9, Molly Davis 18-12 McCorklc 12-5, Mike Brush 12-7, Scoonie Penn announced tiolly benefit plasma product recipients in the years to and Molly Klinkcr 11-11. Veasna Tith 18-18, Derek come! Your research participation is entirety voluntary; how- yesterday that he will stay ever, it is required if you wont to donate plasma. The top doubles tandem for the Steinberg 5-4, Brian Peters 3-3, at Ohio State for his senior Raiders and arguably in the Mid- Eric Ishida 2-0 and Joey Turner year. Penn, who led the Buckeyes to their first Final $5 Extra Four appearance in 31 WhM you bring iHhlx coupon years, was thinl ing about jumping ship the NBA. A C^NTGON strong incoming recruiting Blo-8»rvlo«». Inc. • i w.. r class and a chance at the On* Coupon »•' percor N*» tiaras onty Good through 1999 national championship 165 fc. Helena Si. KTA Bui 22 Daylon, OH. 224-1973 were a two reasons Penn Hours; Moo.-Fri. 6:30am-8pm Sat 10am-2pm Sun 9am-4jim will be back.
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I WEDNCSDAr. APRIL 28. 1999 THCBUMtDiAM P Baseball team's record falls below .500 for the first time By MORGAN SANBORN Freshman pitching ace Brian head coach Ron Nischwitz. Cedarville. Ohio, relieved Stephens lo ask lhai of your best player Sports Writer Stephens opened the game with Dayton picked up another run and held Dayton in check. every at hat," said coach •• Dayton rims including three in the third and the fourth, then "That's the best Reno has played Nischwit/.. Last week the Wright S . - and a grand slam. hammered home four more runs in for us yet." commcnled Nischwitz. Wright Stale then scored a baseball team lost to the Universii thought he would pull out of the sixth. In the bottom of the sixth, things run off a balk in the eighth, bring- of Dayton. he never did." said WSU Josh Reno, a sophomore from looked bleak on the Wright State ing the final score to 11-7. bench as Day ion had a commanding On April 23, the Raiders lost ll-l lead. 12-2 against one of the toughest However, Doug Nichols, a jun- teams in the MCC, Wisconsin- ior from LaGrange Park, hit a home Milwaukee. run bringing Josh Hart and Dusty Kevin Morse, a sophomore Beam home. from Centerpoint, Ind., and Scott Beam, the Raiders leading hitter, Marshall, a sophomore from hit a two-run home run in the sev- Ccntcrvillc, pilchcd for WSU. enth, but struck oul swinging in the Wright Stale scorcd both runs in eighth. the ninth. "If Dusty had gotten on base in The following day, Wright lhat siluaiion it probably would have State lost the opening game been a different ballgaine, i!'s hard against Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 4- Wright State freshman catcher Nick Shields (19) looks to stretch this hit into a double. 0 with Stephens pitching seven strong innings. The next game was Wright State's highlight of the weekend, CONSIDERING ABORTION?. as they finally beat Milwaukee 6-1. MIAMI VALLEY WOMEN'S Jason Krenzkc pitched 6.3 in- nings, giving up two hits and the CENTER only run. A PREGNANCY MEDICAL CENTER Mark Squire finished up ihc ALL SERVICES FREE last inning without any hits. 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