World: Stop calling the ‘kitty’ a ‘doggie’ Page 3 Life & Times: Spring break photo contest winners Page 4 & 5 A&E:Clooney triumphs in ‘Leatherheads’ HE CHO Page 6 TApril 11, 2008 ET a y l o r U n i v e r s i t y Since 1915 - Volume 95, No. 22 Taylor plants 1,000 trees on new property Rothrock and Reber head up initiative to research rural campus area By Tim Chew the property, Rothrock said. gram to monitor the amount of Staff Writer “The last ten years, this field deer nibbling on the trees in the has been in a conservation re- area. Environmental Science Pro- serve program,” Rothrock said, Half of the trees will be pro- fessor Paul Rothrock stumbled “but it expired out of the pro- tected by screening and other across a Chinese proverb last gram, and we needed to decide will be left exposed. week that read, “One genera- what we wanted it to be.” “A huge population of white- tion plants the tree, and anoth- If left alone, the field would tailed deer run through here, er enjoys its shade.” become dense brush, so the and over the years we will see This proverb appropriately team decided to jumpstart the which trees are most prone to preceded the planting of 1,000 area with the planting in order deer browsing,” Rothrock said. trees on Taylor’s newly pur- to create a better habitat. Rothrock was clear to make chased land, led by Rothrock “Hopefully in about 10 years a specific distinction between and Associate Science Professor you will see what looks like oak “grazing” and “browsing.” The Rob Reber. woods here,” Rothrock said. latter involves chewing on More than 20 students and During the growth process, woody vegetation as opposed to staff gathered early Saturday the team plans to conduct a va- grass. morning to begin the plant- riety of experiments aimed at When the woods become ing process on a two-acre plot identifying effective techniques over-populated with deer, a of land that is part of the par- that will aid future tree plant- visible “browse line” develops, cel bordering Devil’s Backbone ings on Taylor property. causing all vegetation below the that Taylor recently bought. “This is the first time that reach of a deer to become de- As the group ventured out they have done this,” Rothrock void of green. into the rain-soaked field, those said, “and part of what we are “We hope to put together a who did not grab boots soon re- trying to do is get a sense for small research paper on what gretted it. what it takes to mount a tree we observed,” Rothrock said. But freshman tree planter planting.” “It is an ongoing problem in the Andrea Parra chose to look at The group used two different Midwest, and any information the bright side. planting techniques and will on the impact of deer and con- “It’s a great day,” Parra said, observe the long-term effects of trolling their impact is helpful.” “because the mud is wet, and both on the health of the eight All of the trees in the planting it will be easier to plant the species of trees, which included are native to this region, Reber trees.” white oak, Kentucky coffee tree said. The tree seedlings used in Photo by Timmy Huynh The planting expedition was and shingle oak. this experiment arrived from Senior Beth Peiffer and junior Brett Graham assist in the planting of 1,000 trees Satur- part of an effort to transform They will also set up a pro- the state tree nursery. day morning. Taylor prof’s suit against former employer dismissed

By Kim Rupp nary has held to the belief that that she was a minister and, gious belief, it can have the au- man rights … To claim that (the Bourland, are currently weigh- Associate Editor and women are biblically forbid- once the court made that dis- thority to act in ways that would seminary’s position) is a reli- ing whether they should appeal Chrissie Thompson den from teaching men, and in tinction, that the court did not be deemed discriminatory by gious belief then suggests that the ruling. Editor in Chief 2006, Klouda’s contract to teach have jurisdiction.” non-religious groups, Klouda somehow the religious beliefs “There are a myriad of legal Hebrew was not renewed. Klouda said she understands said. are changeable.” issues, and we’re considering A federal judge in Fort Worth, U.S. District Court Judge the ruling. Still, Southwestern But the facts of the case, At the time of Klouda’s de- every one of them,” Bourland Texas, last month dismissed John McBryde ruled his court clearly dismissed her because Klouda said, are that the semi- parture, she was the only fe- said. the lawsuit of Taylor Biblical had no legal jurisdiction over of her gender, she said. nary denied her basic human male teaching in the seminary’s The appeal would allow Studies Professor Sheri Klouda the case, since the seminary is “I understand the judge’s rul- rights on the basis of religious School of Theology. another court to determine against her former employer, a church-run institution and ing from the perspective of the beliefs. Southwestern now employs whether Klouda is a minister, Southwestern Baptist Theologi- because Klouda served a “min- separation of church and state,” “Real violations of basic hu- Patterson’s wife, Dorothy, as a and if she’s not, the court would cal Seminary. isterial function,” he wrote in Klouda said. man rights never come to light theology professor, but she only hear the case. The ruling also ordered his ruling. “However, as a result of his because it falls under the pro- teaches courses for women. “No one testified that she was Klouda to cover Southwestern’s “The courts are prohibited by ruling, the facts of the case will tection of religious belief,” she Seminary officials did not a minister,” Richardson said. court costs. the First Amendment from in- never come to life. said. return The Echo’s calls for com- “We’re just trying to look at Hired to teach Hebrew at the volving themselves in ecclesias- “In the end, justice was not “I think that there is a con- ment. the odds of whether or not it’s seminary in 2002, Klouda had tical matters,” he wrote. served.” flict between the protection of Richardson and Klouda’s worthy of the effort of time and sued Southwestern for breach The court’s decision did not If an institution claims a reli- religious liberties and basic hu- other attorney, Cindy Olson money (to appeal).” of contract, saying officials indicate whether the seminary had told her she could stay in had breached a contract or dis- her tenure-track position at criminated against Klouda, said Chorale hosts Greek dining and dancing the School of Theology, even Gary Richardson, one of Klou- though she is a woman. da’s attorneys. Beginning in 2003 with the “The case wasn’t decided on election of its president, the the facts,” he said. “The court Rev. Paige Patterson, the semi- found from a legal standpoint Boys & Girls Club hosts open house

By Cassie Smith children influenced by the Boys Contributor and & Girls Club. Megumi Johnston Mayor Wayne Seybold of Life & Times Editor Marion will welcome event at- tendees and encourage them to The Boys & Girls Club of support the local organization. Grant County is welcoming the The open house will include community to an open house. coffee and dessert for attend- The event is from 3 to 5 p.m. ees. Sunday in the club’s facility at Taylor University students 3402 S. Meridian St. in Marion, in the Public Relations Writing which has been remodeled fol- and Production class organized lowing damage that occurred the open house. Sept. 5 when a car ran into the The Boys & Girls Club orga- building. nization exists nationwide to The open house provides the seek to provide support, en- club’s staff and children an op- couragement and positive role portunity to show the commu- models for children in the local nity the difference The Boys & communities. Girls Club is making in Grant According to its Web site, the County, organizers say. Boys & Girls Club organization The event will include tours is the fastest growing youth de- Photo by Timmy Huynh of the facility and exhibits of velopment program that targets Greek festivities took place Saturday in the D.C. and Rediger Chapel. The event was put on by the Taylor students’ artwork. young people with disadvan- Chorale, which recently returned from a spring break trip to Greece. The event included an official Greek In addition, attendees will taged backgrounds. band called Ikari, folk dancers, authentic Greek food and original Greek music preformed by the Chorale. have opportunities to meet News News April 11, 2008 Page 2 College class of 2018: Sixth-graders visit

They may only be 12 years old, but stu- Eli Lilly Endowment to sponsor the visit. dents from the Jay County school district got “I really love how you guys just opened a glimpse of college life on Taylor’s campus. your doors to the school,” said Kent Mc- Around 100 sixth grade students from Jay Clung, program officer of the Portland Foun- County visited campus on Thursday. dation. “The whole point is for the kids to get Their visit was organized by a group of stu- the college experience – to see what it is so dents from the Public Relations Writing and they’re not afraid of it when they get to that Production course at Taylor. college age.” Students had the opportunity to interact For a lot of the kids, the visit marked their with current Taylor students and professors. first time setting foot on a college campus, Admissions student staff members led the McClung said. kids around campus and stopped in the sci- “Indiana ranks as one of the lowest states ence department for a chemistry experiment as far as the percent of the population with a performed by Taylor Professor Patricia Stan. bachelor’s degree,” he said. The students then toured residence halls Part of the initiative of the visit was to in- and interacted with senior Bret Burchard, crease that percentage and create aware- who wowed them with his basketball han- ness about higher education – and it worked, dling skills. The visit concluded with lunch in McClung said. the dining commons – a highlight for many. “We’ve had a couple of kids say, ‘I want to The Portland Foundation, a Jay County go to Taylor’ today,” he said. community foundation, partnered with the - Kim Rupp Photos by Andy Marston History banquet connects students, grads Carlos Tellez Grace Seminary Student Three alums return on grant from Alumni Affairs By Benita Lee “Taylor … shaped me in so many Both expressed their enjoyment of Staff Writer ways that I can’t articulate, because the travel associated with their jobs they’ve become so much a part of who I and a genuine desire to go overseas and Taylor’s history department held a am and how I see myself,” Ogline said. continue working in the international conference on Monday and Tuesday “I feel so lucky to be able to do what I development field in other countries. with Taylor alumni as guest speakers love … Too few people can say that.” “We both felt really honored to come and a banquet to honor the 26 gradu- History helps people to become back and to share our experiences, as ating seniors. more informed and thoughtful, Ogline well as to step back and think about This year, with the provision of a said. what we learned at Taylor and how the grant from the Office of Alumni- Af “History has a way of increasing un- curriculum could be changed maybe in I now see fairs, the department was able to invite derstanding between different groups,” certain ways,” Kara Barrett said. four alumni from the three different she said. “History can be framed in a The senior banquet was the highlight the world majors. way that is very relevant, and that’s of the conference. Messer described it “(This is) a good opportunity for what I am most passionate about do- as an event where seniors, faculty and with a new seniors and students to connect with ing ... I think it’s enormously reward- guests gathered together to honor the alumni,” History Professor Steve ing to see the power of history to shake seniors. Messer said. “Our goal is to encourage the present and to change the future.” “(I think it is) really significant to set of eyes. this connection, and we want to build Richard Myers, a social studies take some time to honor people who The passion for other cultures God gave me through my earlier upon what happens.” education graduate of 1971, met with are graduating,” Messer said. “They’ve Jill Ogline, who graduated in 2001 students particularly interested in the contributed to the department for four experiences was united to the amazing intercultural insights and with a degree in history, was the fea- social studies field. years, and this is our chance to say academic direction offered at Grace. The instruction is far from tured guest speaker for the event. Peter and Kara Barrett, who were thank you to them ... that we’re proud Ogline recently received her doctor- international studies graduates in of them, we appreciate what they’ve a mere academic exercise. Instead, it comes from missionaries ate in U.S. history from the University 2004, connected with students in vari- brought to our department over the of Massachusetts in 2007 and is cur- ous history classes and spoke of their years and we’re wishing them the best and pastors who have experienced and dealt with the very rently working at Washington Col- experiences in the field. as they leave Taylor.” issues discussed in class. lege in Chesterton, Md., with students The Barretts shared their work ex- Messer said he hopes the banquet outside the classroom, doing research perience in numerous international will continue in the years ahead for fu- fellowships, road trips and special pro- development efforts with history class- ture graduating history majors. grams focused on American history. es throughout the conference. A glimpse of Grace: Biblically Rooted t Culturally Sensitive t Ministry Focused Academically Excellent t Spiritually Transforming Echo earns state, national awards Echo staff members have won 24 Third place went to The Anderso- lines, good writing, fine photos and state and national awards in the past nian from Anderson University. the use of dominant art on most pages two weeks, including the overall top In addition to winning the top makes the paper a joy to read.” honors in the Taylor newspaper’s cat- award, The Echo staff won 21 other The Echo also won awards in each of egory in the state’s college media asso- state division awards, including 10 three categories from the Association M.A., M.Div., D.Min. programs ciation contest. first-place awards. And the Nov. 9 is- of Christian Collegiate Media, includ- in Intercultural Studies, and M.A. Local Church Ministry The Echo won first place newspaper sue of The Echo, which featured the ing a first-place award in the Challeng- (distance education) in the Indiana College Press Associa- first installment of the “On our hon- ing Assumptions category for Editor tion’s third division, which includes or?” special report on abuse of Taylor’s in Chief Chrissie Thompson’s column the smallest universities with publica- honor system, won best single issue in “Navigating the theology of ‘The Gold- tions that belong to the 35-member as- the third division. en Compass.’ ” sociation. “Newsy paper, highlighted by the Students from Bethel University in The Taylor newspaper edged out cancellation of the graduation speak- St. Paul, Minn., Cornerstone Universi- Web site: gts.grace.edu t E-mail: [email protected] t Telephone: 800-54-Grace x 6435 second-place winner The Bachelor, the er and an impressive special report ty in Grand Rapids, Mich., and Spring 200 Seminary Drive, Winona Lake, IN 46590 student newspaper at Wabash College on cheating,” the contest judge wrote Arbor University in Michigan also won in Crawfordsville. about the Nov. 9 issue. “Solid head- awards in the contest. News World April 11, 2008 Page 3 Alumni seek to free the untouchable

By Krista Hanson Contributor

Girdharilal Maurya is a simple leatherworker in India. But re- turning from an overnight trip, he found his house and fences burned, his tractor stolen and By Allison Hampton Haitians live on less than $2 a his wife and daughter beaten. Contributor day, and food prices, which have His crime? He recently bought Africa increased by 40 percent in the a plot of land outside his village Zimbabwe- President Robert last year, threaten starvation. and then proceeded to ask the Mugabe has accused his hand- United States- Controversy village authorities for permis- picked electoral commission of surrounding the carrying of the sion to use the village well. under-counting votes for him, Olympic torch continued in San But Maurya is one of the causing election results to be Francisco on Wednesday, as Dalits, the “untouchables” of 13 days overdue. Reports of thousands of pro-Chinese and the Indian caste system. And violence are coming in from the pro-Tibetan protesters showed daring to hope for a better life opposition, claiming the gov- up to voice their opinions. The is sometimes an unforgivable ernment is trying to intimidate protests stayed peaceful, but the crime for a Dalit man. voters. An emergency regional situation is expected to play out Yet hope still exists. Taylor summit has been scheduled. in all of the major cities through alumni Matt Mancinelli (’06), Libya- Ninety members of the which the torch will be carried. Jill Hamilton (’07) and Anne Libyan Islamic Fighting Group, Meanwhile, American Airlines Marie Hardy (’07) have heard which opposes President Muam- continues to ground planes in the cries of the Dalits and are mar Gaddafi, were released from response to concerns over wiring now part of the global move- prison this week after they had repairs on the MD-80 aircraft. ment for their freedom. officially renounced violence. Well over a quarter of a million The three work in Denver for This came despite claims by al- passengers have been affected, the Dalit Freedom Network, Qaeda that the group had joined Associated Press reports say. aiming to bring hope to what its terror networks. they say is one of the largest Continental- India has pledged Europe and most oppressed group of more than $500 million to help Kosovo- Two months after de- people in history. Africa further develop, a culmi- claring its independence, Kosovo Dalits are told by the rul- nation of friendly historic ties has adopted a new constitution, ing Hindu classes that they and fears of the growing influ- which focuses on equal rights for are subhuman, that because ence of China in Africa. all ethnicities. The document be- of their sins in a past life, they Photo courtesy of Anne Marie Hardy comes official on June 15, when were created even lower than These Dalit women are students at a DFN tailoring training center. Through this training, they will Asia the U.N. will officially recognize the animals. be able to work in a dignified trade and support themselves and their families. Thailand- Charges were the new state. From birth, Dalits are con- dropped this week against Vik- Slovakia- The parliament has demned to a life of spiritual, ter in order to save her from the The Dalit Freedom Network eration Mobilization. tor Bout, one of the world’s top ratified the Lisbon Treaty, the social and vocational bondage. life that lay ahead. is the only organization in the Students interested in the arms dealers. Instead Thailand replacement of the failed Eu- They have no right to the pur- Yet with numbers above 250 West that exclusively focuses development and nonprofit plans to extradite him to the ropean Constitution. In addi- suit of happiness. million, the Dalits make up on the Dalit people through a sector should graduate with as U.S. to be charged with supply- tion to Poland, which ratified it Life is hardest for the Dalit more than a quarter of the In- close partnership with indig- few loans as possible, Hamilton ing weapons to terrorist groups, last week, nine countries have women. Only 10 percent can dian population. enous Dalit leadership. said. More importantly, organi- specifically Colombian FARC passed the treaty. read or write, and many are Their oppression under the “It’s a very holistic mission zations like DFN want to see an rebels. Bout is reputed to have forced into prostitution. Hindu caste system has con- that seeks to meet people spiri- applicant’s commitment to the inspired the film “Lord of War.” Middle East In the south Indian state of tinued for more than three mil- tual and physical needs,” said greater cause of social justice Afghanistan- Abu Obaidah al- Israel- Future U.N. investiga- Tamil Nadu, a survey found 60 lennia. The magnitude of this Hardy, who serves as com- and human dignity around the Masri, the senior planner of Al- tor Professor Richard Falk has percent of Dalit mothers admit- injustice is hard for American munication coordinator for world. Qaeda attacks in Afghanistan, refused to soften comments ted to killing a newborn daugh- minds to comprehend. the Denver office. “Serving the The Taylor community has al- appears to have died of natural comparing Israel to the Nazis. poor and oppressed is serving ready developed close ties with causes sometime in the past two The countrie’s mass punishment Christ.” DFN. Joseph D’Souza, DFN's months. He was tied to the 2005 of Palestinians, specifically in DFN uses a four-pronged ap- international president, has London bombings and a foiled Gaza, he has compared with the proach to tackling this system spoken in chapel and recently 2006 plan to detonate passen- Nazi policy of collective atrocity. of injustice and oppression: ed- met with President Eugene Ha- ger planes. Yemen- The U.S. State Depart- ucation, health care, economic becker during the Taylor lead- Nepal- Despite violence on ment is withdrawing all non-es- development and social justice. er’s trip to India. Tuesday, elections went more sential personnel after a branch The organization’s efforts have Today, the Dalit movement smoothly Thursday, though of al-Qaeda launched a rocket helped establish 67 schools for for freedom is gaining strength with three connected casualties. attack Sunday on a residen- Dalit children. worldwide, Hardy said. Hopes for elected candidates in- tial complex that was known to Hardy credits her education “All of the pieces of the puz- clude abolishing the monarchy house U.S. oil experts. at Taylor with developing her zle for the Dalits’ freedom are and consolidating the end of Egypt- Early estimates of local understanding of God’s king- starting to fall into place. It is Maoist uprising. elections point to low voter turn- dom work on earth. just unbelievable what is hap- out, a passive protest to the thou- Likewise, Hamilton says her pening,” she said. “The U.S. Americas sands of Muslim Brotherhood Taylor education prepared her Congress and other govern- Haiti- Rioters in Port-au- candidates barred from running for her job as development co- ments are starting to come on Prince protested this week over and rising food prices. Earlier ordinator. board, and Dalit awareness is the high cost of food in the coun- this week a thwarted strike in “The most important skill I spreading.” try. On Wednesday, U.N. peace- Mahalla al-Kubra led to looting learned at Taylor that I use in Taylor students can join in the keepers fired rubber bullets and and the torching of buildings by development is the ability to movement for Dalit freedom tear gas to stop the crowd. Most thousands of protesters. communicate persuasively,” through prayer, internships, she said. volunteer work in the Denver You can still apply for Lighthouse 2009! Mancinelli serves as DFN’s office, distribution of DFN re- director of external relations. sources and awareness. Probable destinations include: Paraguay, Southeast Currently on a five-week trip The DFN also hopes to create Asia, Ethiopia, Czech Republic and a few others. in India, he became interested a campus advocacy program for Applications are at www.taylor.edu/lighthouse. Photo courtesy of Anne Marie Hardy in the work of DFN through the next academic year. You MUST attend one of the informational meetings a yearlong internship with For more information, visit from 9-10 p.m. April 15 or 16 in NS 123. Alumna Anne Marie Hardy holds a little girl whose mother is in one of DFN’s tailoring training centers. George Verwer, founder of Op- www.dalitnetwork.org. Chasing global cats and dogs with very vague criteria: four “My Fair Lady.” China: commu- the pillars of Islam, do you know Asia, then Iran, Turkey and the All in all, 41 current countries legs, fur, nose, ears. nists. just how big it is? Roughly what mixed country of Nigeria. Only have been communist at one As they grow older, they add But we are no longer children. part of the world it covers? 20 percent of Muslims live in time and many still have active to these categories, becoming We need to bypass the simple In reality, Islam stretches Arab countries. communist parties. Makes you more and more specific. They general stereotypes of other from Morocco in North Africa My second example of world understand your parents’ para- learn a cat is not a ‘doggie’ and cultures, to have a more so- all the way through Egypt and reality comes from basic politi- noia just a little better. recognize the differences even phisticated way of recognizing Somalia, the Middle East, Azer- cal geography. How many com- Beyond that, the world has when facing the vast array of the world. By this, I don’t mean baijan and Georgia (yes, it’s a munist countries are left in the plenty of ‘democratic’ govern- By Audra Gustin feline kind (even the hairless you have to have a huge amount country), into the Central Asian world? ments that are simply smoke- World Editor – shudder). of world knowledge. Only cat “stans” (Uzbekistan, Kyrgyz- “Hmm … well the USSR is screens for authoritarians. Just We learn the world in the breeders or extreme cat lovers stan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, gone, so that was the big one. check up on the Zimbabwe Stereotypes, labels and cat- same way. Before experiencing can name every kind of cat that Kazakhstan), past Pakistan to There’s China, even if it’s mov- crisis or take a look into South egorization all have something another culture, we have vague exists. Bangladesh and finally encom- ing toward capitalism. And, um, America. in common, besides that they ideas of cultural differences, But you do need to be able to passing Indonesia. Cuba, right?” We need to go beyond the all have negative connotations. formed by often misleading distinguish between the cats In fact, Indonesia is the most Actually, a decent number bare basic stereotypes. Realize They are all important, useful portrayals in movies, books and and dogs of world realities, es- populous Muslim country in still exist: North Korea Viet- you have them, question your and innate ways of organizing the news. pecially considering the amount the world and follows a looser nam, Cambodia and Laos. And assumptions to pick up some the world. We learn a major geographic of violence they generate. version of Islam outside of its many more have been com- discernment, and use it when From infancy, we see this at or cultural feature and that First example: the Islamic radical Aceh territory. munist in the past, including you hear about international work. Children often call all becomes the definition of the world. I think we can all agree Actually, all the most popu- Yemen, Ethiopia, Angola, Mo- events. four-legged animals ‘doggie’ or country. Russia: Siberia. Ger- that’s an important topic. Be- lous countries are non-Arab: zambique and the Democratic It’s about time we stop calling ‘horsie.’ They’ve learned a label, many: police. England: tea and yond knowing about the hajj or They lie in Central and South Republic of Congo. the kitty a doggie. World LIFE & TIMES PAGE 4 APRIL 11, 2008 PAGE 5 Weirdest Photo SPR Photo IContestNG BREAK Winners Best Photo Overall Here they are - the best of the best. Each one captures a story and a memory. Thanks to all who submitted photos and Junior Andrew Neel saw this Photoguy courtesysitting ofin Andrew a wheel- Neel shared their experiences with us. chair while walking down Hollywood Boulevard in downtown Hollywood around 11 p.m.

Best Action Shot Photo by Suzanna Davis

Sophomores Tyler Shockey, Stephen Dorman and Dan Erb and freshman Joe Casey “dune jump” in Sarasota, Fla. Best Road Trip Photo

Library Circulation Manager Marsha Becker sitting in a Cobra attack helicopter dur- ing a visit with a friend (who is aBest pilot of the craft) at theStaff Marine base in Camp Pend-Photo leton near San Diego.

Photo courtesy of Marsha Becker

Photo courtesy of Brent Fannin

Sophomore Brent Fannin leaps tall mountains in a single bound. This was taken in the Badlands of South Dakota at a place called Keyhole.

Junior Ryan McKalip, sophomore Apollos Frusti and junior Jared So- rensen (left to right) slept in their car some nights.Photo They courtesy drove of Jared 3,115 Sorensen miles through 14 states and ended up spending no money and break- Most Adventurous ing even for gas money because God provided every day, they said.

Photo courtesy of Melissa Baum Best Group Photo The Camper Award Camper The Seniors Kim Miller, Melissa Baum, Katie VanDyke and Mag- gie Henss stayed for the week in a one room cabin at the KOA campground in Naples, Fla.

A road trip group makes it to the summit of Quandary Peak, Colo.Photo Juniors courtesy Alex of Kyle Es- Halloway clamado and Kyle Holloway, senior Ryan Anderson, sophomores Paul Anderson, David Hausknecht and Stephen Groves, senior Rob Bedinghaus and sophomores Ryan Klaver and Kent Ives attempted the hike during peak avalanche season. The climb took six hours and led them to a height of just over 14,000 feet.

Photo courtesy of Brad Wood

These adventurers celebrate their arrival at Red River Gorge in Kentucky. Back row: Senior Nathan McCauley, freshman Dain Van Epps, senior Kyle King, junior Photo courtesy of David Miller Andrew James and seniors Peter Schweitzer and Kyle Loewen Freshmen Rachel Kiely, Kayla Bouwman, Amy Frost, David Miller and Jake Bourdon go backpacking in Smoky Front row: Senior Brad Wood Mountain National Park along the Appalachian Trail. The group hiked 40 miles over the course of four days. The group also hiked to Clingmanʼs Dome, the highest peak in the park.

Photo courtesy of Joel Pincomb Outdoorsmen Award Freshmen David Bloom, Joel Pincomb and Brian Wong take a rest while hiking down part of the South Kaibab Trail in the Grand Canyon.

Life & Times Christmas Card Award A&E April 11, 2008 Page 6 Clooney tackles the sports genre By Josh Porter “Leatherheads.” The film con- A&E Editor tains a good amount of game footage, and it’s not the type of George Clooney in a movie football we’re used to watching. about the 1920s – we haven't Physical comedy and unortho- seen a more perfect fit since Lar- dox plays abound, and it’s wildly ry the Cable Guy played an idiot entertaining to watch grown in … well, every film he’s ever men play the sport with such done. unbridled rowdiness, before so The difference is, Clooney’s many rules and regulations were film – which he directed, pro- introduced after the sport gained duced and stars in – is watch- popularity. able. In fact, it’s one of the more The soundtrack is also worth entertaining films in recent mentioning. Composed by memory. Randy Newman – whose mu- “Leatherheads” ventures into sic most will recognize from the the largely unexplored setting soundtracks of nearly every PIX- of professional football in the AR film – the music of “Leath- 1920s, just as the pro sport was erheads” fits the film’s nostalgic starting to gain popularity. Cloo- look and feel perfectly. And New- ney plays Jimmy ‘Dodge’ Con- man even gets to break a glass nelly, an aging pro player who’s bottle over a bar patron’s head in looking to inject some vitality a hilarious cameo appearance. into pro football after his team Ultimately, “Leatherheads” faces bankruptcy from low ticket ventures to capture the spirit of sales. football by looking at its humble You see, back in the day people beginnings, and it succeeds on took pro football about as seri- almost every level. Larger-than- ously as I take Larry the Cable life characters, a consistently

Guy as an American comedy Photo courtesy of leatherheadsmovie.com funny script and lots of madcap icon. College football was the “Leatherheads” recieved a PG-13 rating for brief strong language. The film is Clooney’s third film as director, after 2002's “Con- slapstick comedy gags make sport to watch, and most college fessions of a Dangerous Mind” and 2005's “Good Night, and Good Luck,” which received six Oscar nominations including Best Clooney’s latest film a must-see. players simply joined the top tier Director. of the American work force after is soon tossed into the mix for making. It combines snappy and complete package of a film. Connelly, and Zellweger proves Movie Rating: 8.5 out of 10 graduation. The crazy ones went good measure when a reporter one-liners and fairytale romance That’s not to say this isn’t still a her acting prowess by more than pro and enjoyed sparsely popu- named Lexie Littleton (Renée with some good, old-fashioned modern film. Clooney still man- keeping up with Clooney during lated spectator stands and mea- Zellweger – “Cinderella Man,” slapstick comedy for a finished ages to inject his own directing their verbal sparring matches ger paychecks. “Chicago”) starts investigating product that will undoubtedly sensibilities into “Leatherheads,” – easily the most entertaining Dodge decides the best way to the validity of Carter’s status as tickle the fancy of Bing Crosby just as he did with “Good Night, scenes of the film. Krasinski does bring some excitement and cred- a World War I hero. Lexie quick- fans everywhere. and Good Luck.” He strikes a well enough as Rutherford. He’s ibility to pro football is to bring ly gets caught in the middle of Clooney clearly knows this era near-perfect balance between often outdone by his co-actors, in some fresh talent in the form Dodge and Carter’s old-school- well; every aspect of the film, vintage filmmaking and modern but his future in film is still quite of Carter Rutherford (John Kra- versus-young-buck rivalry, and from the acting to the set design techniques. sound. Unless he does a movie sinski – “The Office,” “License to before you know it, a crazy love to the cinematography, is spot- Clooney seems to know ex- with Larry the Cable Guy. Wed”), a hotshot college player triangle ensues. on 1920s. Clooney’s attention to actly the type of performances Despite the emphasis on clever and celebrity of sorts. In many ways, “Leatherheads” detail as a director and producer he wants from his principle ac- dialogue and romance, sports And of course, a love interest is a throwback to classic film- makes “Leatherheads” a tight tors. He nails his portrayal of fans will not be let down by Achebe’s classic falls apart Tenth Avenue North debuts on the right track upon closer examination

Andrew Neel identity and its struggle against Contributor change. Beyond the depth of the novel’s “Things Fall Apart” by Chinua message, though, it’s hard for me Achebe has been called many to recommend this book. things in the 50 years since it was Perhaps I missed the point and written: a masterpiece, a modern every word in “Things Fall Apart” classic, a triumph. is packed with meaning – an op- I’m guessing, though, that I tion that could very possibly be will be the first person to give the true – but it seems as though book this description: “Things Achebe weakened the writing in Fall Apart” is the worst great his story by forcing it to try to ac- book you’ll ever read. complish too much. Now, before you label me a On one page, the book reads literary heretic or buy cheap pa- like a theatrical drama, but on the perbacks to throw at me, allow next page, the story has turned me to explain myself. into a low-budget documentary I think this novel, which tells by PBS about tribal African life. the story of a Nigerian tribal This sort of stylistic mish-mash leader named Okonkwo, is very continues disjointedly for the important, both for its content entirety of the book. Photo courtesy of myspace.com/tenthavenuenorth and its impact on the world of Just when you think Achebe Tenth Avenue North is scheduled to release its debut album, “Over and Underneath,” on May 20, 2008, on Reunion Records. The band’s song “Lift Us Up to Fall” hit the Top 20 on the U.S. Contemporary Christian Music charts. writing. I would contend – like will settle into the story and fo- most people who have read the cus only on details or descrip- Carrie Bragg this was one of them. I wanted to all of us singing together: the verses parallels the disheart- book – it has a depth of power- tions necessary for the plot, he Music Editor hear the message. “We’re waiting here / Waiting ening lyrics of the verses, with ful, profound and poignant mes- will take a two-page break from As if in response to my unspo- for you, God / With our hopes words that reflect discomfort sages about humanity’s search the narrative to tell you about a Certain songs stir something ken curiosity, lead singer Mike and fears we come / Empty and struggle. Just as the acous- for meaning and identity. Ad- group of people chasing away within me. Donehey’s smooth voice entered hands … / Draw us near / Heal tic sound shifts to a calming tone ditionally, I agree with the com- some cattle that interrupted Songs that evoke feelings in me and declared, “Come to the wa- our broken hearts / And lift us with the entrance of the chorus, mon belief that this book was their preparation for a marriage that I’d buried, tempting tears. ter / All you who thirst / And up to fall / Before everything you the words of the chorus answer a the harbinger of modern African feast. Songs that sound like Jesus to you’ll thirst no more / Come to are.” cry of discomfort with a calming literature. Perhaps the book is supposed me. And no matter where I am the Father / All you who work / The third track, “By Your Side,” reminder from our Father. In short, I agree with the ma- to be disjointed because Achebe in my faith journey or what I’m And you’ll work no more.” And I begins like “Love is Here” in that “Hold My Heart” opens with jority of literary critics and fans was trying to represent the spirit going through in that moment believed him. Donehey’s voice rings out clear- a heavy piano part as Donehey who believe that this novel has of tribal Africa, but it seems to or how angry I am at God, those After watching Donehey speak ly above the instrumentation, darkly questions God’s pres- meaningful things to say. I just me that the novel’s multiple per- certain songs make me forget in a video on YouTube, I believed confronting the listener directly ence in a time of sorrow. The don’t think it says it very well. sonality disorder weakens the my grievances and remind me of him even more. Here, he admits about his or her faith or lack chorus is a passionate plea to When I first sat down and impact of an otherwise powerful a hope I’d turned from and of a to having written the song in frus- thereof. Donehey’s words serve God that challenges the valid- opened the 50th-anniversary story. God I’d chosen to ignore. tration for those who claim to as God’s voice and declare in the ity of His concern for one man, edition of “Things Fall Apart,” I I’m sure some of you out there Songs like that don’t put my need something more of God be- chorus that his “hands are hold- even among the millions: “Could was excited to read the book I had are ready to write me well-craft- life back together when it’s been fore they can believe. In the video ing you.” This song speaks to the the maker of the stars / Hear the heard was a towering achieve- ed, angry letters detailing my torn apart, but they certainly he explained the song further. struggles and challenges in life sound of my breaking heart? / ment in the world of writing. But ignorance about this book and sit me down beside the creator “Love is here. Everything we’re and encourages listeners to re- One life / That’s all I am / Right what I found upon opening the about literature in general. Be- who does, if only for a few short longing for, whether we would member our God will not leave now I can barely stand / If you’re book was a string of unrelated fore you do that, though, stop minutes. Tenth Avenue North’s say it this way or not, is really us as the world’s prey, but he is everything you say you are / or unnecessary descriptions and and think about “Things Fall debut record, “Over and Under- Jesus,” he said. “The thing you our rescuer. Won’t you come close and hold anecdotes tied together around Apart” in terms of its merit on neath,” is an album that sat me want is here.” The fourth song on the album, my heart?” the protagonist, Okonkwo. its own, not as a piece of literary down beside Jesus over and over “Lift Us Up to Fall” is a prayer “Let It Go,” is a change of pace To put it simply, Tenth Av- One thing I will definitely give history. again. to God to heal, show His power from the worship-song sound of enue North sounds genuine. The Achebe credit for is his develop- If you’ve never read “Things “Love Is Here” is the first of and simply come. Listening to it the first three tracks. The musi- group stands out among many ment of the character of Okonk- Fall Apart,” you should prob- five songs on the album that res- reminded me of past concerts I’d cality is somewhat choppy, and a Christian artists for that reason wo. ably give it a read, because onated most with me. The song’s attended when the entire audi- dissonance to the chord progres- alone, and for me, I want noth- Okonkwo’s history, desires even though I’m not going to message is clear even before the ence sang together and lifted up sion in the verses resolves with ing more from a Christian band and behavior serve as the back- recommend it to you, there are lyrics begin. The acoustic intro a request to God that his pres- the first chord in the chorus. than to feel a connection with my drop for the novel’s unique il- enough other people out there was enough to get my attention. ence be known. I could see this But this progression is appro- creator just by listening to the lustration of humanity’s need for who will. Certain sounds just work, and song being played at chapel, with priate, as the dissonance within band’s music. A&E pinions April 11, 2008 Page 7 OFeminism is not a Paying taxes = patriotism? program of sacred music and dirty word Scripture was the Greek na- would not put women in pasto- tional anthem. ral roles, but are in favor of al- Knowing that the singing lowing them to do ministry or of a patriotic piece might not missionary work. It seems it’s be viewed favorably in all set- acceptable for women to teach tings, we always sought per- the Bible anywhere but the pul- mission before we performed pit. People don’t typically boy- By Mark Heydlauff the national anthem; however, Columnist cott female professors or female we discovered it was the piece By Kat McKeon chapel speakers, but some of If it hasn’t happened to you that often received the most Columnist those same people would never already, April 15 will soon be- response from the audience, When Christians hear the consider going to a church with come a day that ceases to be whether in the church or the word “feminism,” they usually a female pastor. solely about tax refunds. public square. Photo courtesy flickr/jcolman either groan or run away. I met with Professor Larry Reality will hit, and you will In Mark 12, the Pharisees and also honoring and serving the willing to place tokens of alle- As with many issues, people Helyer of the BSCEP depart- begin to owe more taxes than supporters of King Herod ask state. giance to the state within the consider a few fanatics as repre- ment to discuss some of these what you may get back. Jesus whether or not a faithful Certainly our service and church? Would it seem odd to sentative of all supporters. We things. He couldn’t deny Paul, As Benjamin Franklin fa- Jew should pay taxes to the Ro- citizenship in the state should us or even inappropriate if a imagine militant “femi-Nazis” in these passages, is prohibiting mously quipped, “Nothing is man authorities. not work in opposition to our choir from a foreign land came who burn their bras and want women from a teaching role in certain but death and taxes.” “Render to Caesar the things Christian mandate nor violate to our church and sang “The females to take over the world. the church, but he believes they My wonderful home state that are Caesar’s and to God our understanding of Chris- Star Spangled Banner”? I first started acknowledging are not transcultural. even wants to tax me for the the things that are God’s,” Je- tian virtues (pacifism is an ex- Is it common to pray for our that I was a feminist out loud Specific situations regarding tax refund I got last year. Does sus said. ample), but they need not be civic leaders when no an elec- and in public about two years disruptive women in the church that even seem fair? I sometimes wish Christ viewed as irreconcilable con- tion or vote on an abortion law ago. It was a scary transforma- existed at the time that these Taxes seem a bit taxing some- would have also given me the cepts. looms ahead? tion, because my conservative letters were written, which times, and they hardly make option to render unto myself Many evangelicals, including It seems we show allegiance church at home had taught me seems to suggest these passages me feel patriotic. those things which I would me, often oppose the so-called to the state in the Christian women were not meant to be refer to a specific church at a During the Taylor Chorale’s like to control, but he didn’t. wall of separation between sphere only when it is pro- leaders in the church. specific time. recent ministry tour of Greece, Instead, he put the finances – church and state. We believe grammatically convenient or Paul also greets and com- we had the opportunity to share and, I suggest, the allegiances religion, specifically Christian- politically significant. mends female church leaders at in both evangelical churches – of his faithful followers into ity, ought not to be excluded As we pay our taxes or spend “I find it odd that the ends of his letters. He even and municipal halls. Our pro- two categories. from the public square. our refund in the coming week, people would not encourages them to learn. If he gram of music and sharing was I don’t believe our alle- But I am afraid we may be a let’s consider how we might found women in pastoral roles virtually unchanged regard- giances are divided; we have a bit hypocritical in our clamor “render unto Caesar” in ways put women in pas- to be as abhorrent as some do less of the setting in which we complimentary responsibility for the restoration of faith that go beyond our legal re- toral roles, but are today, why would he have greet- performed. Included in that to honor and serve God while in the public sphere. Are we sponsibility to pay taxes. in favor of allowing ed them with such fondness? I don’t deny that those who Racial healing must not remove race them to do minis- hold a traditional view of these try or missionary passages are merely interpret- major with a focus on urban this, we may not fix what we culture that are so central to all work.” ing Scripture in a way they be- studies. I’ve studied this stuff see, but we will most certainly of the black community. lieve is honoring to the Lord. and been to inner city Chicago. make an impact. The white community gener- But if we finally come to the Urban ministry is my passion. Staying primarily in an all- ally holds as a virtue the ability Many feel arguments involv- decision that having women in “Come on, spring break, what black community on Chicago’s for people of different races to ing the role of women in the leadership isn’t wrong, are we do you have for me that I don’t South Side opened up plenty be indistinguishable from one church are slippery slopes. really putting the authority of already know?” I thought. of opportunity for discussions another. What they don’t real- “If we say some biblical pas- Scripture at stake? We have al- Of course, I was wrong – I on racial reconciliation. I am ize is that in doing this, they are sages are merely cultural, where ready recognized practices such By Sam Edgin am not an expert. Why I would from the Washington, D.C., effectively nullifying hundreds Columnist does it end?” they ask. as slavery as oppressive. Why think anything like that is be- area, so diversity is not new to of years of history, struggle and I’m very familiar with the pas- have we not realized that lim- I am sure many of you have yond me. Chicago and the peo- me. Instead, I experienced a building which has formed the sages that prohibit women from iting women to service roles is heard countless spring break ple we met taught me so much, shock when I came to Upland at soul of black culture. church leadership such as 1 Cor- oppressive as well? stories and even have some of and for that I am thankful. the apparent lack of ethnicities This would be like complete- inthians 14:34-35 and 1Timothy I find it offensive that what your own. You may have even In our daily sessions with the other than my own. ly ignoring the fact that your 2:9-15. One of the things that I have to say about the Bible heard a lot about the Chicago director of Sunshine Ministries, But being placed into an area mother, sister, wife or girlfriend has always bothered me about would be devalued just because trip. we did indeed learn a lot that of obvious racial segregation is a woman. Clear gender differ- these passages, however, is why of my gender. I don’t think that But I am not writing here to I had heard in my classes. But provided an awareness of how ences exist. To eliminate those they have stuck with us while God loves men more than wom- tell of experiences you may or some of the most important little most of our country has would be to eliminate the very others have been recognized as en, causing him to speak to or may not have heard about. things we learned opened my been integrated. core of who she is. only applicable to the time in through men more. Instead, this is about what I eyes to how little I really know. The suburban white commu- So as you go about your week, which they were written. Christians have often been at (and we, as a Chicago trip team) Our best action them requires nity knows very little about in- think about how you relate to Customs such as women wear- the forefront of social equality learned and whom we met. demonstrating the love of Jesus ner city black culture. They see people of other ethnicities on ing head coverings (1 Cor. 11:5- movements, and I don’t think To be honest, I committed to not by solving problems, but by their privilege and take it for campus. If you are white, talk 7) and slavery (Col. 3:22, 1 Pet. the fight for women’s equality this trip smugly feeling like an noticing them and immediately granted while remaining igno- to your black, latino and Asian 2:18) are clearly not practiced should be any different. expert, since I am a sociology responding to them. In doing rant of the struggles in black friends about how they feel as or condoned by our churches, communities: the lack of quali- minorities on this campus. yet Scripture provides a basis Many thanks to Biblical Stud- ty education, the scarcity of jobs And as a minority, let your for both of them. ies Professor Larry Helyer for that have potential or the use of white friends know what it is I also find it odd that people his help, guidance and input. the emergency room as the ba- about you that makes you who sis of all health care. you are. We are all children of More importantly, they are God, but we are all very differ- Letters to the Editor unable to see the history and ent. Send letters to the editor to [email protected] by 3 p.m. Wednesday. They should be no longer than 400 words. Due to volume, we cannot print all opinions articles that we receive. The Echo Please keep your opinions as concise as possible. The Echo reserves the right to edit submissions for length and content. 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Sports April 11, 2008 Page 8 Trojan Sports Men’s tennis shuts out Elmhurst (Home games in bold) By Emily Moore a 7-2 loss to NCAA Division I Baseball Staff Writer opponent South Dakota State. (12-12, 4-4) But the team turned the ta- L, 1-8, L, 2-5 Spring Arbor In its first home match of the bles in the next match for a 7-2 W, 9-2, W, 10-2 IWU spring season, the men’s tennis win against Otterbein College. Upcoming games: team (15-5) shut out Elmhurst But the day didn’t end on such 4 p.m. Fri. at IWU * College 9-0 on Saturday. a high note, as the team was lat- 1 p.m. Sat. at Grace * Singles matches featured two er shut out 9-0 by Lindenwood 1 p.m. Mon. at Bethel* shut-outs: University. 1 p.m. Tues. vs. Grace* Sophomores Dave Smith and Two days later, the Trojans 4 p.m. Thurs. at Marian* Bryce Perkins each emerged came out strong against Oneon- unscathed from their matches ta State, serving up a 9-0 shut- Softball By Amy Watkins with scores of 6-0, 6-0. out match. (7-5, 1-1) Opinions Editor Freshman Felipe Bedon and The team’s final match, a 6-3 L , 2-0, W, 5-0 St. Francis seniors Jorge Burmicky and loss to NCAA Division I school L, 16-1, W, 4-2 Purdue N. C. Kyle Brown followed suit, each Drexel University, was nothing L, 15-0, L, 8-0 Bethel giving up only one game to for the team to hang its head Upcoming games: their opponents for the entire about, said Head Coach Don 1 p.m. Sat. at Spring Arbor* match for 6-1, 6-0 victories. Taylor. 3 p.m. Mon. at IWU* Sophomore Steve Erny also Taylor praised the team’s per- won handily, securing a 6-2, 6- formance against such a highly- Tennis 0 victory. ranked team. (Men, 15-5, 7-0) Brown and Perkins brought “The guys played strategical- W, 9-0 Elmhurst in an 8-3 win in doubles, as did ly, with confidence and a strong Upcoming matches: sophomores Paul Velting and competitive drive,” he said. IWU tournament Eric True. The Drexel match was the Canceled Senior Andrew Miller and best one the team has played all 4 p.m. Wed vs. IWU Smith gained another doubles spring, he said. win for Taylor with an 8-1 At the end of the month, Tay- Track and Field match. lor will travel to the NAIA re- DePauw Invitational Bedon noted the winning gional tournament at Indiana Men: 2nd of 12 match was a great boost of con- Wesleyan University. Women: 7th of 12 fidence for the team as it pre- This year marks the first time Upcoming meets: pares for regional play. the Trojans have advanced to Fri. and Sat. at “We have a high chance of do- the regional tournament since Little State (IUPUI Ind.) ing well (at regionals), so I’m the 2004-2005 school year. really excited,” he said. “At the While the team anticipates * denotes MCC match same time I want to keep my doing well at the national- focus and not get too excited or qualifying tournament – the recorded victory over Aquinas nervous.” Trojans have already defeated dates back to the 1999-2000 The Trojans had a rocky three of the five teams that will season. spring break, winning only two be there – Coach Taylor said the The team’s last match will of their five matches in Orlan- team’s biggest competition will be at home against IWU on do, Fla. be Aquinas College, ranked No. Wednesday. The first match of the trip was 23 in the NAIA. Taylor’s last Baseball snaps losing

Photo by Timmy Huynh streak with IWU wins Sophomore Bryce Perkins jumps for a serve in Saturday’s game against Elmhurst College. Junior Paul Passiales takes off for first base after a hit Men’s track and field during Tuesday’s home dou- ble-header against IWU. takes second at DePauw Photo by Timmy Huynh By Russell Balikian a particularly impressive per- great preparation for Little Sports Editor formance, completing his 400- State and conference.” meter leg of the relay in just Other noteworthy finishes After competing in Tennessee over 48 seconds. included Brown’s third place Spring Arbor, the Trojans fell and Georgia over Spring Break, Freshman Scott Gill joined finishes in both the 100-me- behind early and never recov- the men’s track and field team Voss, Allingham and Brown for ter and 200-meter dashes and ered, suffering an 8-1 defeat. placed second on Saturday at the 4 x 100 relay as the team Marston’s third-place finish in In game two against the Cou- the DePauw Invitational. raced to a time of 42.41, good the 400-meter dash. gars, the Trojans were unable Competing with 11 other enough to earn the men second The women’s track and field to capitalize on an early 2-1 ad- teams, the Trojans won only two place and provisionally qualify team also competed at DePauw, vantage, and Spring Arbor took events, but showed their depth them for NAIA nationals. earning a seventh-place fin- the lead for good in the third as they also brought home three Senior Drew Cowan stood out ish out of 12 teams. The Lady inning. second-place finishes as well as in the field events, placing sec- Trojans were led by second- “The main problem we had three thirds. ond in the hammer throw and place finishes from senior Elise against Spring Arbor was we Sophomore Tom Robertson third in the discus throw. Cow- Knapp in the 5000-meter run struggled in clutch situations,” raced to a victory in the 3,000- an’s toss of 152 feet, 11 inches and sophomore Andrea Elsman sophomore Caleb Stertzer said. meter steeplechase, clocking in the discus throw also earned in the pole vault. Hillery agreed. a time of nine minutes, 41.83 him an NAIA provisional quali- “Training was really tough “In the Spring Arbor games seconds. fication, marking the third sea- leading up to the DePauw we didn’t capitalize on the op- The 4 x 400 relay team, com- son in a row that the senior has meet,” Hubley said. “All of that portunities given to us and they posed of junior Andy Marston, qualified for this event. work is going to be paying off did,” Hillery said. “In the IWU By Russell Balikian Sports Editor sophomore Dave Voss, fresh- Gill contributed in the field as we look towards (the confer- games we took full advantage of man Bryan Allingham and ju- events as well, placing second ence meet).” everything.” nior Ian Brown, claimed the in the high jump with a mark of Both the men’s and women’s By Jake Bragg time for Tuesday’s game against Indeed, the Trojans were other first-place finish as the 1.85 meters. teams will travel to Indianapo- Staff Writer local rival Indiana Wesleyan. much more successful against men sprinted to an NAIA pro- “Overall the meet brought out lis’ IUPUI stadium to compete The result wasn’t pretty for the the Wildcats, jumping out to visional-qualifying time of a lot of good results,” sopho- in the Little State Champion- The Taylor baseball team fi- Wildcats (19-13, 12-6). first inning leads in both games 3:19.48. Allingham turned in more Jeff Hubley said. “It was ships this weekend. nally found its rhythm just in The Trojans (14-14, 6-6) de- and never letting up. stroyed the visiting Wildcats 9- The Trojans rattled off 21 hits 2 and 10-2 in the double-header and 19 runs in the two games Head to head with Laurie Shumaker home matchup. combined. The two blowout victories “We did not let ourselves coast Sport: Softball came at an opportune time for to the end like we have before Class: Junior Nickname: Shu “I have over 45 first the Trojans, who had dropped with leads,” Stertzer said. “It re- Major: Elementary Education five games in a row and 11 of ally could be a turning point for Birthplace: Beach Park, Ill. cousins, and I love it!” the last 13, including a double- our season.” Residence hall: Olson header sweep on Saturday by The Trojans travel to Grace Pet peeve : Broken windshield wipers No. 12 Spring Arbor. College today and Bethel on Favorite sports team: Chicago Bears “We went out there and just Saturday before returning home If I could change my name, I would change it to: Lucy played hard, made all the plays, on Tuesday for a double-header Interesting personal facts: I have over 45 first cousins, and I love it! and executed when we were match-up with Grace. Most desired superpower: Invisibility supposed to,” sophomore Nate I’d rather snowboard than ski. Hillery said. Editor’s Note: Greatest sports accomplishment(s): Coming back from an 8-1 deficit for a Hillery went 1-for-4, scoring Congratulations to Jake win in Arizona this spring break. one run in the IWU games. He Bragg, who in last week’s Advice: Don’t procrastinate on your thematic unit. and sophomore Caleb Stertzer issue correctly picked all Favorite Bible verse: “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for were each named Mid-Central three games of the Final my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly Conference and NAIA Region Four, the tournament’s about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” – 2 Cor. 12:9 VIII players of the week on Most Outstanding Player Current car: 89 Volvo Dream car: Silver Mini Cooper S Mar. 25. (Kansas’ Mario Chalm- Pre-game ritual: I like to jam out to a few Newsboys songs… A stark contrast existed be- ers) and even the way “The Taylor student body should know that…” the softball team has a lot of tween the IWU games and the in which Memphis lost home games this year! Spring Arbor games. Against (missed free throws). Photo by Ellen Koch Sports