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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License. This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the University Publications at ScholarWorks@BGSU. It has been accepted for inclusion in BG News (Student Newspaper) by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks@BGSU. ESTABLISHED 1920 A daily independent student press serving THE BG NEWS the campus and surrounding community Wednesday January 17,2007 Volume 101, Issue 80 WWWBGNEWSCOM Student warrants know no bonds Guess what ladies? We're By Alexandria Clark can come into the classrooms," faculty or students." But the use of police action is contact the student before going Senior Reporter said Bill Albertini, assistant pro- Wiegand also added how the Student Life's last resort. to the police. looking for you fessor for the English depart- police must immediately get in "Off-campus students are real- "First we try to get the stu- The Not News section BGSU police have been called ment. contact with the student in any ly hard to find because they tend dent's report through the com- lames Wiegand, police chief, tackles the problem of at least 10 times this past year case of an emergency such as a to give false local addresses or cell puter from BGSU police Of i ity because of students' disruptions said out of his 10 years working death in the family. phone numbers," said till Carr, police," Ginsburg said. underepresentation in in classrooms. on the force the past five years "We are requested to come into interim assistant vice president The second step Student Life this hallowed section This past year there has been this issue has gained interest by the classrooms to contact the stu- Student Life. takes is the secretary looking of the paper | Page 5 a lot of frustration by faculty on faculty. dent due to an emergency," said Carr said Student Life relies up the student's information on how the police can enter their "We try not to go into the class- Wiegand. on the police to serve the letters Facebook, and then send a brief What to do, class to serve a student with a rooms, but wait for the students The police are sometimes because they have a larger staff. summary through e-mail. and not do, for warrant. before or after class," Wiegand called by Student Life to deliver Michael Ginsburg, assistant Another issue that concerned "It causes an intimidating said. "But we are bound by law to a letter to a student because of dean of students, said Student a job interview environment on how the police arrive at a classroom if called by disciplinary problems. Life goes through many steps to SeeCUSSES|Page2 Would you wear a Batman outfit to a job interview? You probably shouldn't | Page 5 Newest home for those Studying abroad Will Congress' 100 hours help worth every penny out students? who enjoy By Laura Lta Caracciolo With half of student Reporter aid from loans, the New Frontiers provides alternative hangout for gamers Democrats promise Education abroad programs attract over 400 BGSU stu- relief | Page 5 dents a year to countries rang- ing from Australia to Africa. In addition to paying for The wear their general education, the and tear of students who choose to par- ALISON KEMP competition ticipate in the program are SALZBURG. AUSTRIA: One ol the required to pay extra fees to study abroad options is the summer pro- The once modern cover the expenses of studying gram in Salzburg, which is a three-week BGSU athletic abroad. session of German classes Fees include facilities are showing Although prices may tnps to total sights, including Festung increase, students are just Hohensabburg. the city's fortress and their age | Page 6 prepaying for activities they location lor this photo Mozart performed BG Falcons would have to pay for anyway many of his compositions at Salzburg's once they are overseas. mam cathedral, which is in the wcenter ol stay The fees for studying abroad the photo undefeated in include application fees to cover the administrative may reflect efforts by program 2007 costs of a program, room and directors to reduce program The women's team board fees associated with a costs III minimize finan- wins eighth straight particular program, group cial barriers to study abroad. travel expenses which include Increases In lees may reflect |Page6 costs to museums, events .mil increased expenses passed local group transportation along by partnering tnstitu costs and in-country program dons overseas." expenses directly linked to Sue si.inr. ni the i lerman- academic goods and services Russian department, noted such as classroom rental costs, that the Salzburg programs books, supplies and guest In haven't Increased significant- Hirers, said Nicole Anderson, ly. interim director of the educa- "Any changes thai have tion abroad program. occurred are due to the The price varies from pro- decreasing value of the gram to program and depends American dollar when con- on whether the student choos- verted to Euros," Sidor said. es to go for a semester or dur- "These program fees are a To stay or not ing the summer. The cost is necessary part of providing reviewed every year and is students with the outstanding to stay? That GAMERS WELCOME: Top; Reuben Wittaker. BG communiiy member contemplates his next strategic approved in the fall by the opportunity to take courses is the question Board of Trustees, said Kathy towards their degree at BGSU move. Left: New gamers lounge opens on Mam Street next to the Cla-zel Right: A ribbon cutting ceremony DeBouver, secretary of the while living in a foreign coun- Two opinion writers continuingand extended edu- try," Anderson said. "The inn for gamers lounge on Mam Street. take differing stances cation department. versity strives to keep associ- with their views on Anderson explained why ated costs as low as possible the education abroad fees while providing students with the president's new ECHO VARGAS I IK BG NEWS increase or decrease from year an exceptional educational Iraq plan | Page 4 to year. "Reductions in fees experience." Not everyone in college ready for sex Community center Boy born from embryo found in Katrina aftermath Even with students knowing all the facts, By Janat McConnaughay the third as the storm drew many are still making fighting to make profit The Associated Press near, but the hurricane swamped the hospital with 8 mistakes | Page 4 By Liia Halvarstadt and Kristan "No one expected it to break COVINGTON, La. —Rescued feet of water and knocked out Schweitzer even or make money the first from a great flood while he was the electricity. City News Editor and Reporter Do you support year," Zanfardino said. just a frozen embryo in liquid The Markhams had decided Robert Callecod, the former nitrogen, a baby boy entered if their baby was a girl, she I President Bush's new The Bowling Green Training director of parks and recreations the world yesterday and was would be named Hannah plan for Iraq? and Community Center on West for the city, was the person who named after the most famous Mae, Hannah meaning "God Newton Road has offered workout really helped get the project going. flood survivor of them all, has favored us." A boy would equipment, bikes, belly dancing He visited at least 50 similar com- Noah. be named after the bibli- classes and even Dance Revolution munity centers in Colorado and Noah Benton Markham — 8 cal builder of the Ark — an since its opening in August 2005. Ohio to plan the facility the city pounds, 6 1/2 ounces — was idea that came from Rebekah But even these amenities had been hoped to build since born to 32-year-old Rebekah Markham's sister-in-law. couldn't help the 79,000- square 1974, Grigore said. Markham by Caesarean sec- "That is the best name!" said foot center make a profit this year. When she took her current job tion after growing from an Ramon Pyrzak. lab director for At yesterday's city council meet- in 2005, workers were already lay- embryo that nearly defrosted the Fertility Institute of New NEAIRA WILLIAMS, ALES BUN DON Freshman. Marketing ing. Parks and Recreations Director ing the floors in the building. in a sweltering hospital dur- Orleans, where the Markhams Michelle Grigore announced the Immediately, itbecameGrigore's ing the aftermath of Hurricane BLESSED OUTCOME: Rebekah created embryos from their "No, I don't. I think we first full year of earnings for the responsibility to operate the cen- Katrina. Markham kisses her new son Noah Benton sperm and eggs after nearly a should let them [Iraq] rec center. ter. "All babies are miracles. But Markham after the birth at St Tammany decade of inability to have a handle their own The facility costs $500,000 to But not all locals are happy with we have some special mira- Parish Hospital in Covington. La. yester- baby. day. Rebekah Markham was pregnant with situation." | Page 4 run but the facility has made just the facility as it is. cles," said Wanda Stogner, a Noah's older brother, 2- $245,000 in the past year, she told At-large council member Terry cousin of Markham's. an embryo that was rescued from a hospi- year-old Glen Witter "Witt" council. That means only 49 per- Dunn, said he's concerned about Relatives gathered around tal in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Markham |r.. whose embryo cent of the cost to run the facility is the facility's location. New Orleans police officer was created at the same time paid back in earnings. "It might be difficult for younger Glen Markham as the proud and applause. as Noah's but implanted "I didn't know what to expect as kids or people walking to get to," 42-year-old father carried the Two weeks after Katrina hit, immediately in 2003, stood far as the first year of operation." Dunn said tiny blanket-wrapped bundle law officers used flat-bottom on his mother's hospital bed TODAY Grigore said." It's OK though. I'd And according to Grigore, many topped by a pink-and-blue cap boats to rescue the Markhams' and leaned forward to give the TT Sunny just like to see us doser to 60 per- residents want the center to have out of the operating room at St. embryos and some 1,400 other baby a gentle kiss. ^ High. 30, Low: 22 cent- an indoor pool. Tammany Parish Hospital. For ones stored in tanks of cool- "So soft!" Witt said. She said she hopes the facility To have this would've required a few seconds he tried to make ant at New Orleans' Lakeland If the embryos had thawed, will reach 80 percent by 2010. at least another $4 million. them guess whether the baby Hospital. each woman who wanted Council member lohn The facility, which was fund- was a boy or a girl. The tanks had been topped another baby would have Zanfardino said he's not surprised Then he announced, "It's a off with liquid nitrogen and TOMORROW by these numbers. See CENTER | Page 2 boy!" to an eruption of cheers moved from the First floor to SeeMOAH|Page2 Mostly Cloudy I High: 38. Low: 27 k VISIT BGNEWS.COM: NEWS, SPORTS, UPDATES. MULTIMEDIA AND FORUMS FOR YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE ) \ 2 Tuetday. Januaiy 17.2007 WWW.BGNEWS.COM BLOTTER FUND RAISING FOR A GOOD CAUSE Disciplinary process CLASSES Steps Student Life takes to MONDAY From Page 1 contact student for disciplinary action: 9:46 A.M. faculty was their obligation to The End Zone Bar on East point out to police the student ■ Look up the student's Wooster Street reported broken they are looking for. information on the com- into Sunday night. Eight bottles "Don't the students have right puter from BG5U police of liquor and cash from behind to privacy because if a parent and city police. the bar was taken. The bar's rear calls me about their child's grades ■ Secretary looks up door, door knob, jukebox and I can't tell them," said Albertini. student's information on Ms Pac Man game were dam- Wiegand said a faculty mem- Facebook. aged. ber is obligated to inform the ■ Send brief summary 11:07 A.M. officer who the student is. about contacting Student Garbage truck reported to have "If the professor knows the Life through bgnet e-mail hit a silver Honda parked on student he or she must point account. South Summit Street. out the student if asked," said ■ Then call police to deliver Wiegand. the disciplinary letter to 12:01 P.M. But if the faculty member acts contact Student Life to Passenger side window of a like ht or she doesn't know who vehicle parked on Napoleon the student before or the student is, they are commit- after class. Road reported busted, causing ting obstruction. $250 in damage. 12:31 P.M. >Jr Snowboard, boots and helmet A, reported taken from a Troup STATE CENTER Avenue home sometime around BRIEF From Page 1 Christmas. ed through a collaboration 9:58 P.M. Confusing smoking between the Ohio Army South Grove Street resident ban rules clarified National Guard, Wood County reported receiving harassing Board of MRDD and the city (AP) - A look at some of the draft phone calls of Bowling Green, already set rules that spell out how Ohio's new the group back $10 million in smoking ban might be enforced: building costs. TUESDAY Complaints can be investigated by The pool many residents 4:19 AM local health departments or another desire would require public Napoleon Road resident called designated local entity. funding or taxes, Grigore said. to report that someone may Smokers must go outside of busi- Even though some commu- have tried to enter her apart- nesses to light up. There's no distance nity members are turned-off ment. She told police she heard requirement, but smokers must be by the lack of a pool, residents, her door alarm go off and when far enough away from doors and win- including university faculty, she walked to the front door, she dows so that smoke doesn't migrate who frequent the University Recreation Center, can save saw that it was open. There did into a restricted area. not appear to be any damage to money by switching to the the door and nothing was miss- Warning letters will be sent to pro- new facility. ing from the apartment. Police prietors for a fiist violation. Civil fines An annual pass to the were unable to locate anyone in indude: 1100 for a second violation. Student Rec Center costs fac- the area $500 for a third. $1,000 for a fourth ulty members $290 per per- RYANiVANS •■: Hi Ni'.V and $2,500 for fifth and subsequent son and community members SING A SONG: The Gospel Choir. II hold its fourth annual Gospel Fest at 7 pm Jan. 19 and 20 in the Ballroom. Tickets ate on sale now. violation; $350 per person. However the price for an NOAH annual membership at the Bowling Green Training and From Page 1 Community Center only costs had to undergo another NATION $175 per person. The facil- expensive round of fertility Religious preference considered for oaths ity also offers family plans as drugs, egg harvesting and in BRIEF well. vitro fertilization. Rebekah By Gary D. Robertson Chief Judge John Martin wrote Grigore said she hopes resi- U.S. military death "The government Markham estimated her first The Associated Press in the appeal panel's unanimous dents and students realize it's pregnancy cost $12,000. toll numbers released ... must allow all decision. rare to have a facility like this "It's amazing thai he was In a phone interview yes- in a small town like Bowling As of yesterday, at least 5.026 frozen," Glen Markham said RALEIGH, N.C— A lauMiit filed terday, Mateen, 42, said she felt Green. members of the U.S. military have individuals of faith as he gazed through the nurs- by theACLI I anda Muslim woman that conns should have at least "I think it's just an awe- died since the beginning of the Iraq ery window at the squalling seeking the use of the Quran or the three major religious texts in some facility for BG," she said. war m March 2005. according to an to be sworn in on newborn. "I thought the only other non-Christian texts in addi- today's world. She said, "If it was "People should just come out thing you could freeze was a Associated Press count The figure tion to the Bible for courtroom the holy text that is a Quran in the courtroom and a and take a tour." crab. You freeze a crab and includes seven military civilians. At oaths should he allowed to go for- Christian was in there, would they Both city resident Steve defrost it, and it'll come back least 2.428 died as a result of hostile ward, the state Quirt of Appeals in accordance with want to testify' on a holy Quran?" Newsted and BGSU junior to life." action, according to the military's ruled \ esterday, "The government cannot favor Erica Chubb have heard of numbers A trial court dismissed the their faith." one set of religious values over center. lawsuit in December 2005. say- another and must allow all individ- Newsted uses it and Chubb ing there was no controversy thai Jennifer Rudinger | ACLU uals of faith to be sworn in on the doubts she ever will. warranted litigation. The three- I ic ily lext that is in accordance with Chubb said she finds the judge appeals panel disagreed hut help me God" without the use of their faith," said Jennifer Rudinger, Student Rec Center is more did not comment on the merits of a religious book, or by an affirma- director of the state chapter of the convenient for students. the case. tion using no religious symbols, American ('ivil 1 ilierties Union. But to townspeople, BGTCC The lawsuit, filed in Inly 2005, Plaintiff Sydiah Mateen claims Theissuc surfaced after Muslims is just what they need. claims the suite law that says wit- she had a request to place HIT from the AJ-Ummil Ummat "It's a nice, new place with Graduate nesses must lake an oath on the hand on the Quran denied in Islamic Center in Greensboro tried lots of equipment." Newsted You deserve an UPGRADE! Hihlc'isiiiurmstitutional because it 2003. Several Jewish members of to donate copies of the Quran to said. favors Christianity over other reli- tlie North Carolina chapter of the Guilford County's two courthous- For more information about gions. Stale law allows witnesses American Civil Liberties Union es. 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GET A LIFE 7:30-8:30 p.m. CALENDAR OF EVENTS BGeX Peer Facilitator Student film seeks legendary Skunk Ape in Florida Information Sessions 10 a.m. - 4 pm BTSU 206 Theater By Curtis Morgan camera set up by their guide to MCT record what a skeptical world 57th Annual Faculty/Staff still awaits — ironclad evi- 8 p.m. Exhibition MIAMI — The scene: the dence ol the existence of the Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery Faculty Artist Everglades, mysterious in the Skunk Ape, Yeti, Sasquatch and Jane Schoonmaker Rodgers. soprano darkness. other hulking, hairy relations 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Bryan Recital Hall. College of Four college kids, armed only "We looked and we looked BUDHURLSTONE Musical Arts with a night-vision camera, and, of ( oune, we didn't find Commemorative Exhibition trudge through palmetto thick- anything. We came to the et, guided by a snake-booted conclusion that It's a myth," WillardWankelman Gallery. Fine pm man who claims to have had said Romy Santana, one of BG AMA General Member Arts Center multiple encounters with the eight seniors who teamed on Meeting & Speaker Pane state's most elusive creature. the film. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. BA1007 They seek a half-man, half- And yet after much dig- Customer Service Day simian, fully reeking legend ging, talks with claimed wit- Kreischer SunDial 9 -10 p.m. known as the Skunk Ape. nesses, interview s with schol- Organization for Women's A curious rustling draws them ars of Bigfoot lore and other 6:50 pm Issues closer. Nervous patter. Closer. experts, they're not dismiss- What is making those sounds? ing every believer as hoaxer PMRICKFARBEll President's Roundtable Hanna Hall 107, The Women's Closer. Suddenly, a blinding or wacko either. MOVIE-MAKING: Florida International University film students Claudia Echeverria. from Informational Meeting Center flash, screams and... "There are a lot of things left. Kallie Burke Maria Delgado. Kirmaya Cevallos and Luis Vale work to recreate a scene as Provide student organizations with This is not some cheesy mon- going on in the Everglades, part of their documentary about Florida's legendary Bigfoot known as the "Skunk Ape." news about the bursarble policy, how 9 -10:30 pm. ster movie. It's the real expe- a lot of reports of smells and these changes will affect your student Students for Organ rience of Florida International sightings and a whole hunch of the mysterious, tnuch-ana- culated about a Bigfoot in organization and ideas for fundraising Donation University film students who things,'' Santana said. "Who are ryzed I'IIII Myakka photos ol Everglades National I'ark. pos- Reservations required. Olscamp209 spent months on the trail of one we to say because we didn't see 2000 depicting an orangutan- silik held under government OlscamplOlB of the shaggiest tales in folklore it. it doesn't exist? Maybe there ish beast hunkered behind saw guard. — the Skunk Ape, aka Florida's is something out there." palmetto. Still, the students confessed to 9 ll| n Bigfoot. At least in the public imagi- In 1997. a Hurry of reports knowing squat about Sasquatch /pm Pub Series of Pop Culture What they found in nation. emerged from the Big Cypress when they started. German Club Black Swamp Pub "Footprints," a brisk and Several Web sites about "cryp- National Preserve, including a I hi' project began when Bert Movie Night: Goodbye, engaging documentary com- tozoology" — that being the supposed sighting by a busload Delgado, an associate professor Lenin pleted last month for a class study of supernatural creatures of British tourists ol film at I III, teamed them for l Shatiel 101 Judicial Board Hearings project, won't rewrite anthro- — chronicle steady sightings. in the i i7(is, the Infamous a final test before graduating pology texts. Most recently, there was Green Chimp apparently — make a movie, anything from Greek Affairs Turns out that unsettling 2004's Green Swamp Ape epi- stalked south Browaul County a music video or a thriller to a 7 - 9 D.m. Union 306 flash came from an automatic sode in the Panhandle ami A decade earlier, rumors cir- documentary. Kappa Delta Open Recruitment Kappa Delta House 4mvi«ii* Preferred Plan for student loan cuts in talks Properties Co. wwwpreterredpropertiesco.com By Pamela Yip lias skyrocketed," Hep. 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SAW Mtoaswskm CHMRYWMD As part of its promised first "In fact, loans now represent www.bgsu.edu/firstyear 100 hours of the new Congress, over half of all college aid to vmwLi CD EC HU1THSN mis! I E E * inif HUH tti Democrats introduced the undergraduate students," said VCUDCDCIW) ■"*' " ^Orientation and First Year Programs mtmKnanv . *,. fHt|iti> College Student Relief Act of Miller. D-Calif. SPACIOUS PfMNSfll *tMi 2007, which would cut interest You can gel a FAFSA form by X 419.372.9646 / rales on federal student loans in phone from the Department of BEDROOMS OFFICE HOURS Mon-Frl:8-12&1-4 30 half for middle-class borrowers. Education at 1-800-433-3243, or 2S 530 S Maple St 419-352-9378 "The cost of higher education at fafsa.ed.gov Applications due January 26th

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"No. I haven t really "I don't necessarily. I "I guess I'll support it. "No. I don't think VISIT US AT BGNEWS.COM supported Bush from don't support war in If that's what we have anyone should be & Have your own take on the beginning." general." to do to get out of over there at this there faster." point." todays People On The Street? Or a suggestion (or JESSICA LAWRENCE. EMILY SCHROCK, CARL FOWLER. SHANNON a guestion7 Give us your Graduate. Paleontology Senior. Popular Culture Freshman. Sport GALLAGHER. Senior. Management Early Childhood Education feedback at bgne«com. Bush's plan leads down the wrong path

peratures change here in BG. responsibility for security in all of succeed where others have failed? President Bush also made Iraq's providences by November, What has changed since Desert some really stupid quotes in his now that sounds like the start of Storm? Your Honor, though my client has speech: "They have done every- an exit strategy. That's something "If we increase our troops at a history of criminal activity... thing we have asked them to do," that we have needed for three this crucial moment, we can has- making reference to the 3,276 years now. ten the day of the withdrawal of dead soldiers. The President also said, "If the our troops." It's about dam time If we are asking them to be Iraqi government does not follow we hasten to that day. mutilated, dismembered and tor- ihn nigh on its promises, it will The cnicial moment passed President Bush has changed tured, dien we are no better than lose the support of the American about four or five months ago his ideas on the war in Iraq. I le the fascist dictator we removed people." when the Iraqis held free elec- finally listened to the American from that country. And according to the latest tions. We should have been on people and changed die course In outlining the new Iraq strat- USA Today/Gallup poll, 63 per- our way out, when their new gov- If he was planning to "stay the egy, President Bush said, "The cent of Americans already say ernment was on its way in. course"'forever, then die United new strategy 1 will outline tonight that our President is not doing a "Where mistakes have been ..He assures me that all of those will change America's course in good job on everything not just made, the responsibility falls States of America would be stay- incidents were circumstantial. ing in Iraq forever. Iraq." the war, everything. directly on me." A few weeks ago President Finally he realizes that stay- Bush stated America will focus What did he say, did he say Bush said there would be no glo- ing the course in Iraq will set the more of our efforts on ending the that he has made mistakes? Did rious declaration of victory on the world on a course for war, disas- Iranian's support of the insur- he say that it was his fault? A deck of a mighty warship. ter, unrest and will allow more gents. We will end Iran's training president that takes responsibil- So then what would you call dictators like Hussein to come of insurgents and other terrorist ity for his actions! That has not his speech on the deck of the into power. organizations inside Iraq. By say- happened sine Nixon resigned aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln The President also outlined ing that, it sounds like he is giving the office. on May 1.2006? Was that not a plans to give the Iraqi forces himself a reason to invade Iran. The next thing that should be declaration of victory? control of security in Baghdad, I Sure, let's spread more troops said about the wan "Let's bring Did the massive "Mission have said it for about two years across die Middle East. Let's kill them home." Accomplished" sign mean noth- now: The Iraqis have the keys to more soldiers; let's waste more of ing? their front door, now let them our resources on a war that has It seems that our President defend it. been going on for two thousand Sera comments to Andrew Herman at changes die way he looks at this President Bush states the new years. bermanaObcpuedu war more often than the tem- government in Iraq will take What makes us think we can Leaving Iraq now means losing Iraq was in disagreement. this request if President Bush These brave souls have will- President Bush addressed the sent more troops overseas. ingly gone into the armed forces CkM SARAH BARNES nation last week, announcing Bush took part in the Iraq and have left loved ones behind. I OPINION COLUMNIST the deployment of over 20,000 Study Group, and after count- It would not be fair to destroy more troops to Iraq. The vio- less hours of deliberation, still what they have worked so hard lence among Iraqi citizens is believes we should stay in Iraq to accomplish, just to satisfy the causing the newly established to get the job finished. I have wants of protestors. government to fall apart and is faith in my president, and in (his If our Commander-in-Chief After 9/11, Americans were in completely destroying America's cause. Actions against our cause didn't believe staying in Iraq shock while watching the hor- strategy to pull its troops out. in Iraq are going to bring down would enhance America's rifying images played on every There are protestors around the wall of defense we have security, he would not keep our news station iii the country. the country who are upset, taken so long to build back up. military there. President Bush Thousands were personally thinking we have been overseas There have even been continues to back the troops in MABliL WHITE I BGNEWSrUUVRATOR involved when they lost loved too long. If we leave a war zone protests against our troops every effort they make in the ones, while millions were left to before our job is finished, we in Iraq, where people have Middle East, and he would not wonder what had just occurred. will he known as quitters, and given soilders horrible labels turn his back on them now. If sending over 20,000 more country with pride. Many wanted nothing more America is stronger than that. like "murderers." This is not Rather than constantly put- troops to Iraq means one more They will continue to support than to catch the terrorists who In a recent showing of "Face Vietnam; there is no draft, and ting down the president of our step in preventing another 9/11, all efforts to keep you safe, even inflicted so much pain on this the Nation," House Speaker all our troops have volunteered. country, why aren't Americans then I completely back my if you continue to not support country, and prevent it from Nancy Pelosi spoke about a pos- The biggest misconception is considering the positive effects president in every decision he them. ever happening again. sible request for a S100 billion when people believe our troops of the War on Terror? We are well makes. If this means having my But when President Bush emergency budget for Iraq and were forced into duty, or manip- on the way to stabilizing a coun- military family members over- ordered more troops to the Afghanistan. She gave the hint ulated to join the service by the try where terrorist regimes can seas for longer periods at a time, Sendcomments to Sarah Barnes at Middle East, most of America that the Democrats would deny government. be stopped from forming. then I know they will serve their sarahsb&bgsuedu

LETS TALK ABOUT SEX Knowing about safe sex doesn't mean you're ready to take the plunge

about being emotionally safe. words: penis, vagina, breasts, not have sex. 18 years old. Don't worry, though. Sex before marriage doesn't I have airbags in my car, but nipples, clitoris, anus. The National College Risk He was a gentleman. I le offered mean you're definitely going that doesn't mean I'm going to Did you flinch? Giggle? Maybe Behavior Survey shows 84 percent me hot dogs afterward. to get an STT and not all single drive into a wall. you turned red or looked over of college males and 88 percent of I enjoyed it. women have abort ions. I didn't. Sexuality is more than just the your shoulder to sec if anyone college females were not virgins Sex doesn't have to be between Regardless of who you choose physical act. It involves an emo- saw you reading naughty words. as of 1997. A more recent survey man and wife to be meaningful. to have sex with, it has to be tional readiness being ignored You should probably not do in 2002 by the Centers for Disease A piece of paper and a ceremo- meaningful for you, not your by people today out of the need that when you get to see those Control and Prevention indicates ny planned months in advance parents or your friends. Safe sex is boring. to grow up,' but it's much more parts on another person. a significant drop in those per- doesn't miraculously make a per- So go ahead and make your Before you all go throwing adult to make a decision regard- I lere's a final test. It's one I plan centages among college freshmen son ready to have sex. choices, but be smart. your condoms out the window or ing sex using your head and your on putting my daughter through. to 64 percent and 68 percent, I'm sure the nearly 40 percent Be sure you want to have sex flushing your binh control pills, heart. Go to a store and buy a pack respectively. of 15-year-olds marrying in Africa when you finally do. let me explain. Are you really ready to make a of condoms if you're a girl and If you're going to lose your vir- right now would agree. If your partner is pressuring I was told by a very smart col- decision about sex? How can you a pregnancy test if you're a guy. ginity, make sure you won't want And marriage doesn't keep you you, she's not ready. And the idea league that, "die number one tell? Don't buy anything else and go to it back in a month. safe from everything. that you'll get naked with some- way to get people to not read If you paused to think about the longest checkout line with an And remember, if you've 20 percent of women who one to prove you love them is your article is to talk about safe the first question, you just older cashier of the opposite sex. lost your virginity, it doesn't have abortions are married as about as antiquated a thought as sex." So we won't talk about it yet. answered the second. You might If you can get through the line mean you've hung an 'Open for reported by die 2003 survey of physical exams to prove a woman But if most of you have the be ready. without trying to hide what you're Business' sign around your neck. The National (inter for Chronic is a virgin on her wedding night. ability to be safe, then why are so lumping to a quick 'yes' means holding from the other people in If it felt wrong the first time, give Disease Prevention and I lealth Be smart, be safe, and listen many students getting pregnant you're a bit too eager to be able the store and can buy your item it some thought before having Promotion. to yourself because sex with the or dealing with sexually transmit- to use good judgment when the with as much calm as if you were sex again. A marriage certificate also right person for you when you're ted infections? opportunity arises, pun intended. buying a pack of chewing gum. I m not coming at you from a doesn't guarantee sexual health. ready is far from boring. It's because minimizing those I )on't panic if you think I've just congratulations. You have the moral high ground. In fact I lost Waiting until marriage should consequences doesn't only told you that you'll be a mental maturity and know how to trust a my virginity to the first nice boy be a choice, not a rule applied depend on how physically safe virgin forever. Try again. decision you make regarding sex. who picked me up in the parking to people who all have different Sendalquestm commertsarxldeas ID you are, but how smart you are I lere is a list of well known This includes the decision to lot after a great party when I was readiness factors. OmhNhr^atailewSbfuetk

LAREN WEBER. EXECUTIVE EDITOR CANDICE JONES, CAMPUS NEWS EDITOR The BG News Submission Policy THE BG NEWS USA HALVERSTADT. CITY NEWS EDITOR LETTERS TO THE EDITOR are POLICIES: Letters to the Editor EMAIL SUBMISSIONS as an ALISON KEMP, FEATURES EDITOR to be fewer than 500 words. These and Guest Columns ate printed attachment to thenewsQbgnews. HOLLY ABRAMS, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF DAVE HERRERA. IN FOCUS EDITOR are usually in response to a current as space on the Opinion Page com with the subject line marked issue on the University's campus or permits. Additional Letters to the AMANDA HOOVER. OPINION EDITOR "Letter to the Editor" or "Guest 210 West Hall the Bowling Green area Editor rx Guest Columns may be Column." Only e-mailed letters TIFFANY GORBY. COPY CHIEF published online. Name, year and and columns will be considered for Bowling Green State University JOHN TURNER. SPORTS EDITOR GUEST COLUMNS are longer phone number should be included printing. All letters are subject to Bowling Green, Ohio 454031 Phone: (419) 372-6966 CHELCI HOWARD. PULSE EDITOR pieces between 400 and 500 words. for verification purposes Personal review for length and clarity before These are usually also in response attacks, unverified information or printing. E-mail: [email protected] JASON RENTNER. PHOTO EDITOR to a current issue on the University's anonymous submissions will not be RACHEL GREENFIELD. DESIGN EDITOR Web site: http://www.bgnews.com campus or the Bowling Green area printed Opinion columns do not necessarily BRANDON NOBLE, ONLINE EDITOR The maximum number of submis- reflect the view of The BG News Advertising: 204 West Hall | Phone: (419) 372-2606 f. sions for columns K two per month. I THIS WEEK'S BAD JOKE Q: What do you call something brown and sticky? NO SHIRT. NO SHOES, NO PROBLEM A: A stick. Wednesday. January 17.2007 5

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WOMEN'S B-BALL Falcons continue to rise in standings The latest USA Today/ESPN Top-25 Coaches Poll has the BG women's basketball team moving up one spot, to No. v r 17 in the nation. Tuesday's ranking is the highest in both school and Mid-American Conference history. Shadows of old times SCHEDULE Sports facilities that were once modern are now weathered and in need of renovation

TODAY By Chris Volo.chuk the late 1950s and all the way through the late 60s to Reporter serve both the increasing student body and the needs Men's Basketball: of the different teams occupying the buildings. at Miami [OHt 7:50 p.m. In roughly four decades of service, BGSU's major sports One of the big ideas behind the four structures facilities have weathered the wear and tear of both ath- was to create a modem sports environment for play- OUR CALL letic (ompetidon and time itself. ers and fans (as in the case of Stellar Field), or to not Anderson Arena/Memorial Hall. Warren Stellar field, Doyt Perry Stadium and die BG Ice Arena were Imill in See FACILITIES Page 7 On the way up

Sammy Sosa: Props to BRYAN WINDSOR ■•llBdNlVft Slammin Sammy [ for somehow convincing the Blue Jackets snap Rangers organization he was Falcons beat RedHawks to win eighth losing skid, claim worth anything more than $50 and a case of beer. overtime win over On the way down straight, remain undefeated in '07 Blackhawks Texas Rangers: Sosa was rejected by teams f By Colin Wilson Ali Mann led the way for BG The Associated Press in Japan, but is Assistant Sports Editor with 18 points. She also pulled close to finding down nine rebounds and hit a CHICAGO — Jason Chimera a home in Texas. How OXFORD. Ohio — As the Mid- key 3-point shot in the second scored at 2:31 of overtime to \merican Conference season half. give Columbus a 5-4 win over desperate are the Rangers continues, the li(i women's While lackson was stuffing the Chicago Blackhawks on for a right-handed hitter? basketball team is receiving the stat sheet for Miami with Tuesday night that snapped the some tough competition. five rebounds anil four steals to Blue Jackets' four-game losing The List A 64-56 win over Miami go with her 21 points, Schone streak. University did not come easy turned in a great night as well Chimera beat Nikolai Chris Webber (below) is set for the Falcons, as they strug- with 18. Khabibulin between the legs to make his Pistons debut gled from both the field and the Amber Flynn scored 14 with a shot from the right circle today against the Utah Jazz. foul line all game. They shot points to go along with seven to complete a 2-on-l break. rebounds and a steal. The Sergei Fedorov, Rostislav He won't be the youngest 52 percent from the foul line anil 39 percent from the field in inside presence was important Klesla, Joe Motzko and Fredrik guy on the court, but here another dogfight on the road. as the Falcons went 3-15 from Modin scored in regulation for are the top five reasons Cavs "Tonight I think it just behind the arc. the Blue lackets, who trailed fans should be concerned showed how much of a grind "Considering the outside was 3-1 in the second period bur it is in MAC play on the road," not as well as we wanted it to rallied to take a 4-3 lead late In about the new-look Pistons. said BG coach Curt Miller. be, inside was very important regulation. 1. Rebounds: Webber The RedHawks gave BG all and I just wanted to contribute Motzko's goal was his first in it could handle in the first half anyway I could,'' Flynn said. the NHL was bringing down over — there were six lead changes Liz recorded her third dou- Bryan Smolinski had two eight rebounds per game as Miami tried its best to take ble-double with 11 points and goals for Chicago. His second, for Philadelphia this season, advantage of 19 missed shots. 10 rebounds. She also stood out with 1:33 left in regulation, The Redl lawks had a hard time defensively with four blocks forced overtime. Patrick Sharp which will do nicely for the though, missing 21 shots of and two steals. and Jim Vandermeer also scored Wallace-less Pistons. their own and trailed BG 30-27 The past two games have not in regulation tor Chicago, which 2. Scoring: Webber is at the half. been easy for BG, as the team lost its seventh straight (0-6-11. In the second half, BG got wants to get back to playing the Chicago blew a 3-1 lead for t he averaging over 21 points per a break to go their way when way they did in their first three secondstraightgame. Columbus game during his career and Amanda Jackson, who had 21 MAC contests. tied it late in the second period II per game this season. points in the game, committed "The last two games we have when Klesla and Motzko scored her fourth foul of the evening not shot or executed very well, 1:20 apart. 3. Leadership: He's with 9:39 still on the clock, lim- and in the grand scheme of The Blackhawks failed on not exactly a "Tom Brady- iting her minutes. things this is not champion- their three power-play chances BG took advantage. ship basketball that we're play- a nd have converted only 3 of t he type" field general on the A Megan Thnrburn lay-up ing right now," Miller said. past 47 advantages. court, but his experience and with 3:56 remaining pushed BG will hope to recover from Khabibulin made 13 saves in veteran demeanor should tin-1 ale ons'lead to 56-41. their shooting woes in the his 19th consecutive start. Still. Miami was relentless, friendly confines of Anderson Fredrik Norrena started in have a positive effect on the lackson hit a 3-pointer and Arena this Saturday against goal for Columbus, but was Pistons. Miami guard lenna Schone Central Michigan. Miller and pulled for the second straight 4. No more Nazr: hit a two more 3-pointers of his team know they have to game after allowing three her own to help pull within play better if they want to suc- goals on 15 shots. Ty Conklin Pistons fans everywhere four points with 37 seconds ceed nationally. replaced him at 9:12 of the sec- can breathe a sigh of relief remaining. "We have big plans, we have ond period and permitted one that Nazr Mohammed will BG held strong though, mak- big dreams," Miller said. "We goal on 13 shots. JORDAN FlOWtB V ing four free throws in eight know that we're going to have Conklin relieved Norrena at no longer be counted on for to play better than this if we're AIR FLYNN: BGs Amber Flynn (right) goes up lor a lay-in over Miami defender Jaclyn tries and getting three straight the start of the second in the rebounds and scoring. going to get close to fulfilling Leminger. Flynn scored 14 points and grabbed seven rebounds in last night's BG win. defensive stops to end the Blue Jackets'4-1 lossto Nashville game. some of those dreams." on Saturday after Norrena gave 5. Welcome home: up three goals on nine shots. A Detroit native, Webber's Fedorov, who had missed popularity around the state three games with an elbow inju- (what was left of it anyway) ry, opened the scoring 4:25 in. Saints coach keeps dream season in perspective Sharp tied it 23 seconds later, didn't indicate that the jamming in a rebound of his Pistons would be his first By Br»tf M»r««l game of the year," Payton said Payton taking this franchise to shot from the left circle between The Associated Press choice, but his decision to of Evans' blocking against the never-before-seen heights in Norrcna's pads. Eagles. "So his postseason expe- his first season: their game in Smolinski gave Chicago a sign with Detroit NEW ORUiANS — Sean Payton hence against liast Stroudsburg Chicago on Sunday marks their 2-1 lead at 4:37 of the second. has fans saying, barely cracked a smile as he was pretty good." first appearance in an NFC title Vandermeer's first goal of the "welcome incited bursts of laughter around Payton exudes the ail of an all- game since the franchise's incep- season made it 3-1 at 9:12. him. business disciplinarian, but he tion in 1967. Klesla beat Khabibulin high home" The subject was the New had to have a sense of humor to The Saints had gone 3-13 in on the glove side with a 55-foot Orleans Saints' kick of play- thinkhecouldstaj saneasarook- 2005 and prognosticators uni- shot with 4:58 left in the second off experience, and how ie head coach in New Orleans. versally picked them to finish — four seconds after a Chicago they overcame that to beat When he took the job, the at the bottom of the NFC South penalty expired — to cut it to Philadelphia in an NFC sec- Saints were a mess, and because Division, even after they lucked 3-2 ond-round playoff game of Hurricane Katrina, so was dicir out and got Heisman Trophy win- Motzko, playing his 10th NHL lasi Saturday night. home city. ner Reggie Bush in the draft. game, fooled Khabibulin with a Payton mentioned rookie If there was anything attractive There was still uncertainty wrist shot to tie it 1:20 later. guard lahri Evans, who was about starting ones head coach- about die health of new quar- Modin scored with 5:56 left in I drafted out of Bloomsburg, a ing career here, it was that the terback Drew Brees and running BIUHAKR i APPH0I0 regulation to give Columbus a Division II college, last spring Saints had nowhere to go but up. VICTORY: Saints coach Sean Payton 4-3 lead, but Smolinski's second "It was probably bis best Still, few could have envisioned See PAYTON | Page 7 celebrates the team's win Sunday goal tied it again. T, i / Wednesday. January 17,2007 SPORTS WWWBGNEWS.COM

FACILITIES THEBGNEWSSUDOKU From Page 6 only be modem, but have a con- 8 3 temporary look (such as the Ice Arena). Memorial Hall/Anderson, Doyt Perry and the Ice Arena were 9 2 3 7 also built to house classes and the ROTC, making these places important parts of the BG experi- 2 8 6 ence. What many are wondering now is whether or not these once mod- 2 6 em examples of sports structures still hold their own in 2007. With a firm grip on the past of these 5 3 7 9 different facilities, those involved in BG athletics begin to look at ON ICE: The BG Ice Arena has been the home o( the Falcon hockey team lor 40 years, but many fans and athletic boosters feel it's where ihey stand right now. time the arena underwent dramatic change. 1 4 7 3 The oldest of the four, Anderson Arena, has undergone some ren- been recent efforts to get the grass bringing in money for school ath- and bad. While the homey, sto- ovation since its completion in replaced in the outfield. letics. I le helped raise millions of i led features of the buildings still 4 2 1960, but has stayed the same in Once again, the issue of recruit- dollars for athletics at his assistant exist, their decreasing appeal to many ways since that time. Men's ing and staying with the rest of the AD job at Purdue University, and potential recruits and their lack basketball coach Dan Dakich and MAC surfaces. also helped in getting new sports of modern amenities ttike away 9 4 women's basketball coach Curt "The playing surface is as good facilities built there. from their overall appearance Miller give Anderson mixed but as anybody's," Schmitz said. "But, As of now, Christopher is plan- and good-standing. similar reviews. it's getting tougher to recruit. ning to do much of the same at While then1 are no certainties 2 7 6 5 3 4 "From a fan stand-point, Central Michigan and Kent State BG. The first step will be to evalu- when it comes to the athletic [Anderson'sl the best place to have multi-million dollar facili- ate the needs of the different ath- facilities and possible changes SUDOKO » E l S 6 9 8 L Z watch a basketball game in the ties. We need a better facility to letic programs and come up with today, there are ideas out there To play: Complete the grid 8 L 9 I £ v 6 5 L country," Dakich said. "There are stay in the upper echelon |of the a clear plan. as to where they could be headed so that every row, column no bad seats." MAC|." "We're hiring a sports architec- in the future. The "master plan" is S I 6 I L 8 9 E » Miller also commented that the Down the way from Stellar ture firm to help us come up witha currently being put into place. and every 3 x 3 box contains E S L 9 fr 6 L I 8 game night atmosphere is great, Field is arguably the biggest sport facility master plan," Christopher the digits 1 to 9.There is no I 6 8 L I E t 9 S and there is a tremendous home- at BG, football, and Doyt Perry said. "We're then going to get guessing or math involved. 9 l » 8 I S E 6 L court advantage for the Falcons. Stadium. everybody lathletic department Just use logic to solve But when the teams aren't play- Built in 1967, the Doyt has staff and the coaches] around the I 9 S 6 8 L lit ing and the fans are done scream- undergone a number of renova- table to discuss what needs to be L 8 £ * 9 Z S 1 6 ing, Anderson Arena becomes a tions inside and out, the most done. The plan will go over the little less desirable. current beingthe brand new Sebo course of 20 years." 6 V I E S I L 8 9 At the end of 2006, the offices Center, slated to open this year. Christopher also understands in the arena were being renovat- To football coach Gregg Brandon, the importance of keeping up ed, but other problems still exist, the stadium currently has a cer- with the rest of the MAC. Creale and solve your such as a very leaky roof. tain homey feel to it, but some "The sports architecture firm The major problem, one that is changes need to take place. will also be going out to other The first Sudoku puzzles for FREE. a common thread through each "It's old," Brandon said. "It institutions and getting reports ambulance of these facilities, is the way these needs to be renovated. If BG on the conditions of their facili- old building looks to potential wants to become the upper eche- ties, and seeing where we mea- service was recruits lon of the MAC, the facilities have sure up," Christopher said. established PRIZESUDOKU(.COM According to Miller, the build- to be a part of that." When it comes to the current in Cincinnati ing and its amenities don't help Does the homey feel of the Doyt state of BG's athletic facilities, in recruiting, with the kids liking a help the stadium stack up next to there is a noticeable mix of good in 1865. newer looking arena. the other MAC schools? "There's no 'wow' factor in the "We're on par with a lot of recruiting process," Miller said. MAC teams," Brandon said. "We're not up to speed, including "We're right there, but we need in our own conference." to step up. We want the Doyt to When it comes to the qual- be a place the opposition doesn't ity of the fan viewing experience, want to play in." 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"For me as a first-year head These houses won' PAYTON coach coming out of training last long From Page 6 camp, you're just anxious to start the schedule to see how you stack Call TODAY! back Deuce McAllister, both com- up," Payton said. "You really don't ing off of major reconstructive know." surgeries in the offseason. There Payton did have an advantage were questions about whether in promoting hard work, atten- either could operate effectively tion to detail and a team concept. behind a relatively inexperienced I le could point to the fans—peo- offensive line comprised of guys ple looking for a symbol of hope like Evans and Jon Stinchcomb, and renewal as they struggled to who had never started. And the rebuild their lives and their city. best solution the Saints could "It is unique and different than come up with to address their the normal opportunity as an trouble stopping the run was NFI. head coach," Payton said. a new linebacker corps of role "It's something that you find a players in Mark Simoneau, Scott little bit more fulfilling than 1 Shanle and Scott Fujita, who have in my career at any time weren't getting the opportuni- as a coach, because you know ties they wanted with their old how important it is. The NFL has teams great fans throughout this league Even Payton, who replaced half in the various cities where the the roster, had little idea of how teams are located, but this situa- good the Saints could be as they tion here is different. I don't know went into their season opener. how else to describe it."

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WOMEN'S B-BALL Falcons continue to rise in standings The latest USA Today/ESPN Top-25 Coaches Poll has the BG women's basketball team moving up one spot, to No 17 m the nation. Tuesday's ranking is the highest in both school and Mid-American Conference history. Shadows of old times SCHEDULE Sports facilities that were once modern are now weathered and in need of renovation

T/rtf\ A V By Chri. Voloichult the late 1950s and all the way through the late 60s to Reporter serve bulb the increasing student body and the needs Men:, Basketball: of the different reams occupying the buildings. at Miami [OH]: 7:30 p.m. In roughly four decades of service. MOSIJ'S major sports One of the big ideas behind die four structures facilities have weathered the wear anil tear of both ath- was to create a modem sports environment for play- OUR CALL 1< tii competition and time itself. ers and fans las in the case of Stellar Held), or to not Anderson Vena, Memorial iiall.U'anen Stellar Field, I toy! Peny Stadium and the lit; Ice Arena were built in V* FACILITIES | Page 7 On the way up

Sammy Sosa: Props to BRYAN WINDSOR I IHEK.NtwS Slammir' Sammy [ for somehow convincing the Blue Jackets snap Rangers organization he was Falcons beat RedHawks to win eighth losing skid, claim worth anything more than $50 and a case of beer. overtime win over On the way down straight remain undefeated in '07 Blackhawks Texas Rangers: Sosa was rejected by teams By Colin Wilson \li Mann led the way lot 1(0 in Japan, but is Assistant Sports Editor with 1H points. She also pulled close to finding down nine rebounds and hit a CHICAGO lascin Chimera a home in Texas. How OXFORD, Ohio tetheMid key 3-point shot in the second seined at 2:31 ol overtime to Vmerican < onference season half, give ( oliiinbus a 5-4 win met desperate are the Rangers continues, the BG women's While lackson was stuffing the i Imago Blackhawks on for a right-handed hrttec ? basketball team is receiving the stal sheet for Miami with I'uesdav night thai snapped Ibe some tough competition. five rebounds and four steals to blue lackets' four-game losing The List A 64 56 win ovet Miami go with her 2\ points, Schone streak. University did not come easy tinned in a great night as well Chimera beat Nikolai Chris Webber (below) is set foi the I alcons, as they strug with IB. Khabibulin between the legs to make his Pistons debut gled from both the field and the \mbei Flynn scored 14 with a shot from the right circle today against the Utah Jazz. foul line .ill game. Ihcy shot points to go along with seven to complete a 2-on I break. 52 percent from the foul line rebounds and a steal. The Sergei lecloicn. Rostislav He won't be the youngest and39 percent from ilic field in inside presence was important Klesla, loe Motzkoand Fredrik guy on the court, but here another dogfight on the road. as the Falcons went :i 15 from Modin scciied in regulation for are the top five reasons Cavs "Tonight I think it just behind the arc. the blue lackets, who nailed fans should be concerned showed how much of a grind ( onsidering the outside was 3-1 in the second period bill it is in MAC plaj on the road." not as well as we wauled il to rallied to lake a 1-3 lead late in about the new-look Pistons. said BG coach Curt Miller. he, inside was \er\ important regulation. 1. Rebounds: Webber I he Kedl lawks gave l«i all and I just wauied to contribute Motzko's goal was his lust in il could handle in the first hall anj waj I could," Flynn said. Ibe Mil. was bringing down over (here were six lead changes Liz recorded her third dou- Bryan Smolinski had two eight rebounds per game as Miami tried its best to lake ble-double with II points and goals for Chicago. His second, for Philadelphia this season, advantage of bi missed shots, 10 rebounds. She also stood out with 1:33 left in regulation. which will do nicely for the i he RedHawks had a hard time defensively with lour blocks forced overtime. Patrick Sharp though, missing 21 shots of and two steals, and Jim Vandermeer also scored Wallace-less Pistons. their own and nailed BG 30-27 The past two games have not in regulation for Chicago, which at the half. 2. Scoring: Webber is been eas) lor BG, as the team lost its seventh straight [0 6 i in the second half, no got wants to gel back to playing Ibe (ihicago blew a .1-1 lead for the averaging over 21 points per a break to go their way when way the) did in their first three second straight gained jliimbus game during his career and \niamla lackson, who had .'I \i.\(; contests. tied ii late in the second period 11 per game this season points in the game, committed "The last two games we have when Klesla and Motzko si mnl hei fourth foul of the evening not shot or executed very well. 1:20 apart 3. Leadership: He's with 9:39 still on the clock, lim- and ill the grand scheme ol Ibe blackhawks tailed on not exactly a "Tom Brady- iting her minutes. things this is not champion- their three power-play chances BG took advantage, ship basketball that were plaj and have converted onl) 3 of the type field general on the A Megan lliorlairn lay-up ing right now," Millersaid. past 47 advantages. court, but his experience and with 3:56 remaining pushed ito will hope to recover from Khabibulin made 13 saves in 1 veteran demeanor should tlu falcons' lead lo 56-41. their shooting woes in the his 19th consecutive start. Still, Miami was relentless friendly confines of Anderson have a positive effect on the Fredrik Norrena started in lackson hit a 3-pointer and Arena this Saturday against goal for Columbus, but was Pistons. Miami guard lenna Schone Central Michigan. Miller and pulled for the second straight 4. No more Nazr: hit a two mote 3-polnters of his team know they have to game alter allowing three her own lo help pull within play belter if the) want lo suc- goals on 15 slims. K Conklin Pistons fans everywhere linn points with ;iV seconds ceed nationally. replaced him at 9:12 ol the set can breathe a sigh of relief remaining, "We have big plans, we have ond period and permitted one that Nazr Mohammed will lit i held strong though, mak- big dreams," Millei said. "We goal on 13shots, ing lour tree throws in eight know that we're going to have no longer be counted on for Conklin relieved Norrena at AIR FLYNN: tries and getting three Straight in play better than ibis if weir the start ol the second In the rebounds and scoring. 1 defensive stops to end the going to gel close lo fulfilling Blue lackets* 4-1 loss to Nashville ■ 5. Welcome home: game. some of those dreams." on Saturday alter Norrena gave up three goals on nineshois. A Detroit native. Webbers Fedorov, who had missed popularity around the state three games with an elbow inju- (what was left of it anyway) Saints coach keeps dream season in perspective ry, opened the scoring 4:25 in. Sharp tied il 23 seconds later, didn't indicate that the jamming in a rebound ol his By Brett Mattel Pistons would be his first game ol the year," Payton said Payton taking this franchise to shot from the left circle between choice, but his decision to ol I vans' blocking against the never-before-seen heights in Norrena's pads. i agios. So his postseason expe- his lirsi season; their game in Smolinski gave Chicago a sign with Detroit \l\\ ORLEANS- Van Fayton rience against East Stroudsburg Chicago on Sunday marks their 2-1 lead at 4:37 of ibe second. has fans saying, bare!) nailed a smile as he was pretty good." liisi appearance in an NFC title Vandermeer's first goal of the "welcome incited bursts of laughter around Payton exudes the an ol an all- game since die franchise's incep- season made it 3-1 at 9:12. him. business disciplinarian, bm he tion in 1967. home." Klesla beat Khabibulin high Ibe Subject Was the New had to have a sense ol humor lo I he Saints bad gone 3-13 in on the glove side with a 55-fool Orleans Saints' lack ol play- ihinkbecould stay saueasa rook 2(M)5 and prognosticators uni- shot with 4:58 left in the second oil experience, and bow ie bead coach in New Orleans versally picked them to finish — four seconds after a Chicago the) overcame that to beat When he look the job. the ai the bottom of the NFC South penalty expired — to cut it to Philadelphia in an \l ( sec Saints were a mess, and because Division, even after they lucked 3-2 Ottd round playoff game ol Hurricane Katriria, so was their out and goi I leisman Trophy win- Motzko, playing his 10th NHL lasi Saturday night home city ner Reggie Hush in the draft. game, looled Khabibulin with a fayton mentioned rookie II there was anything attractive [here was still uncertainty wrist shot to lie it 1:20 later. w guard lahri Ivans, who was about starling one's head coach about the health of new quar- Modin scored with 5:56 left in ■ dratted mil of liloomsbing. a ing career here il was that the terback Drew Drees and running BIUHAMR AP PHOTO regulation to give Columbus a I livisinn II college, lasi spring. Saints had nowhere logo but up. VICTORY: Samii coach Sean Payton 4-3 lead, but Sinolinski's second See PAYTON | Page 7 h was probabl) his best still, few could have envisioned celebrates the teams win Sunday goal lied il again. 1 , I 7 Wednesday. January "'.2007 SPORTS WWWBGNEWSCOM

FACILITIES THE BG NEWS SUDOKU From Page 6 only be modern, but have a con- 8 3 temporary look (such as the Ice Arena). Memorial Hall/Anderson, Doyt Perry and the Ice Arena were 9 2 3 7 also built to house classes and the ROTC making these places important parts of the BG experi- 2 8 6 ence. What many are wondering now is whether or not these once mod - 2 6 em examples of sports structures still hold their (AMI in 2007. With a firm grip on the past of these 5 3 7 9 different facilities, those involved in BG athletics begin to look at ON ICE: The BG Ice Aiena has been the home of the Falcon hockey team for 40 years, but ma , rttiere they stand right now. time the arena underwent dramatic change. 1 4 7 3 The oldest of the four, Anderson Arena, has undergone some ren- been recent efforts to gel die grass bringing in money for school ath- and had. While the homey sto ovation since its completion in replaced in the outfield. letics. Me helped raise millions ol ried features ol the buildings siiii 4 2 1960, but has stayed the same in Once again, the issue of recruit- dollars for athletics at his assistant exist, their decreasing appeal i'i many ways since that time. Men's ing and staying with the rest of the AD job at IMrduc University, and potential recruits and iheii i-uk basketball coach Dan Dakich and MAC surfaces. also helped in getting new sports of modem amenities lake awaj 9 4 women's basketball coach Curt "The playing surface is as good facilities built there, from their overall appearance Miller give Anderson mixed but as anybody's," Schmitz said. "But, As of now, Christopher is plan and good-standing similar reviews. it's getting tougher to recruit. ning to do much of the same at while there are no certainties 2 7 6 5 3 4 "From a fan stand-point, Central Michigan and Kent State BG. The first step will be to evalu- when II (dines In the athletic |Anderson's| the best place to have multi-million dollar facili- ate the needs of the different all i facilities and possible (Manges SUD0KO > E I 5 6 9 8 L Z letic programs and come Up with watch a basketball game in the ties. We need a better facility to today, there are ideas out there To play: Complete the grid 8 L 9 Z E t 6 S I country,'' Dakich said. "There arc stay in the upper echelon |of the a clear plan. as to where the) could beheaded no bad scats.'' MAC|." Were lining a sportsaichitec in the future. I he "master plan"' is so that every tow, column S I 6 I L 8 9 E V Miller also commented that the Down the way from Stellar tureflrmtohelpuscorneupwitha currently being put into place and every 3 x 3 box contains E S L 9 fr 6 I Z 8 game night atmosphere is great, Field is arguably the biggest sport facility master plan." Christopher the digits 1 to 9. There is no I 6 8 L t E fr 9 S and there is a tremendous home- at BG, football, and Doyt Perry said. "We're then going to get guessing or math involved. 9 I t 8 Z S £ 6 L court advantage for the Falcons. Stadium. everybody [athletic department Just use logic to solve But when the teams aren't play- Built in 1967, the Doyt has stall"and the coaches] around the I 9 S 6 8 L Z fr £ ing and the fans are done scream - undergone a number of renova- table to discuss what needs to be L 8 £ t> 9 Z S I 6 ing, Anderson Arena becomes a tions inside and out, the most done. The plan will go over the little less desirable. current being the brand newSebo course of 20 years." 6 V I E S I L 8 9 At the end of 20OK, the offices Center, slated to o|>cn this year. Christopher also understands in the arena were being renovat- To football coach Gregg Brandon, the importance of keeping up ed, but Other problems still exist, the stadium currently has a cer- with the rest ol the M\t such as a very leaky roof. tain homey feel to it. bill some The spuns architecture finn Create and solve your The major problem, one that is changes need to take place. will also be going out to other The first Sudoku puzzles for FREE. a common thread through each "It's old," Brandon said. "It institutions and gelling reports ambulance of these facililies, is the way these needs to be renovated. II BG on the conditions of their radii Play Super SudoKU and win prizes at: old building looks to potential wants to become the upper eche- ties, and seeing where we mea- service was recruits. lon of the MAC. the facilities have sure tip," Christopher said. established According to Miller, the build- to be a part of that." When ii conies io die curreni in Cincinnati PRIZESUDOKIb.. ing and its amenities don't help Does the homey feel of the Doyt state ol lie's athletic facilities, in recruiting, with the kids liking a help the stadium stack up next to there is a noticeable mix of good in 1865. newer looking arena. the other MAC schools? "There-, no Avow' factor in the "We're on par with a lot of recruiting process," Miller said MAC teams," Brandon said. We're not up to speed, including "We're right there, but we need in our own conference." lo step up. We wanl the Doyt to When it comes to the qual- be a place the opposition doesn't ity of the Ian viewing experience. want to play in." Warren Stellar Held is though) With so main' mixed reactions of in much the same waj as to the current make up of BG's TIRE SALE Anderson Arena. major lacilities and their status For baseball coach Danny among other MAC schools, the Schmitz, the playing surface, athletic department has begun f HOUSES !1 MECHANICAL I OIL CHANGE grounds crew and the qual- looking into the possibility' of CLOSE TO CAMPUS VilMditS33S8l«only.. ity of seating are all positives of major renovations or rebuilding. the field. Stellar has undergone On lune 13, 2006, Greg several renovations since being Christopher was hired to be BG's n'07 May/Aug. Leases built and has seen two increases athletic director. One of the main Now Available in seating capacity as well as a reasons he was hired was for his new press box. There have also strengths as a revenue generator. Call 419-352-9392 orwww.froboserentals.com lor current listing "For me as a first year head I lu'sc houses won't PAYTON coach coming out of training last long Ftom Page 6 camp, you're just anxious to start the schedule to see how you stack Call TODAY! back Deuce McAllister, both com- up," Payton said. "You really don't ing oft of major reconstructive know." surgeries in the offseason. There Payton did have an advantage FROBOSE RENTALS were questions about whether in promoting hard work, atten- either could operate effectively tion to detail and a team concept. behind a relatively inexperienced He could point to the fans — peo- offensive line comprised of guys ple looking for a symbol of hope like Evans and Ion Stinchcomb. and renewal as they struggled to who had never started. 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