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COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES DN Events planned to help cure eating disorders INSIDE Freshman tells personal tale her lack of food. McConkey. p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Student Center Lobby. After this the 5-foot-9-inch,19-year-old “We live in a culture that says ‘to be any- “The screenings will be used to see if any- of living with anorexia, freshman shrank to 110 pounds and realized thing you have to be thin’ and then (people) are one needs to be sent here or just for those who she needed to change her lifestyle. trying to figure out ‘Who am I?’’’ said Kim are concerned to see if they are moving in that starving herself to 110 pounds. Twenty percent of college and high-school Gorman, psychologist for Counseling and direction,” Gorman said. aged females are on the verge of an eating disor- Psychological Services. “Being thin begins to The 19-year-old freshman suffered from der, according to Counseling and Psychological become important, There are a lot of rewards anorexia during a period in high school and said BY J ADA A CH Services. For this reason, the organization is for becoming thin in our culture, and when peo- that the illness was rooted with her mother’s CHIEF REPORTER hoping to educate students about loving their ple see that they really strive to reach it.” desire for her to become thin. Along with not A piece of bread, along with countless glass- bodies during their events for the National The events kick off on Sunday with keynote eating, she would take diet pills and drink as es of water was all that she consumed on a daily Eating Disorder Awareness Week. addresses and presentations by Ron Thompson much water as possible to try and fill the crav- basis. Her body became so thin that it was The athletics department is assisting with and Roberta Sherman from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and ings. almost impossible to lay in bed without her planning, and funding came from Dean of 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Student Center “My mom would tell me that I needed to bones becoming sore. This constant soreness Students Donald Mikesell and Associate Vice Ballroom. Along with the presentations, free eat- was often associated with a dizzy feeling from President for Student Affairs Douglas ing disorder screenings will be available from 5 DISORDER SEE PAGE 2 Page 8 King of spoof Mock musician “Weird Al” RESIDENCE HALLS HIGHER EDUCATION O’Bannon says community service can not end in community. Yankovic brings his high-tempo New housing brand of parody to Emens. plan encourages ENTREPRENEURSHIP Researcher students to stay shares work in halls longer philosophy Premium Plan, approved last month by Board of Trustees, lets Don F. Kuratko stresses students sign a two-year contract. individualism over large institutions, businesses. BY T IFFANNEY D AY STAFF REPORTER BY C HET B AUMGARTNER Ball State is hoping students will enjoy the STAFF REPORTER residence halls enough to stay an extra year. The premium plan, approved last month by Utilizing stories and statistics, the Board of Trustees, gives students extra incen- speaker Don F. Kuratko stressed that tives for signing a two-year housing contract. businesses and students need to acquire With the plan, student’s housing rates are the “millennium mind-set” in order to frozen for two years, said Alan Hargrave, direc- thrive in today’s business world. tor of Housing and Residence Life. Even if there The millennium mind-set is part of is a room and board rate increase during the what Kuratko calls the “entrepreneurial time of the contract, students on the Premium perspective,” a school of thought which Plan would still pay the rate they paid during the asks employees to think like entrepre- previous year. neurs within the context of a larger com- In addition, students will receive $50 per pany. semester of extra dining-plus money, standard Kuratko, the founding director of vehicle registration for both years and priority the Entrepreneurship Program at Ball room sign-up for the State, has been studying entrepreneur- Premium Plan second year, Hargrave ship for the past 17 years. He has writ- ■ HOUSING RATES said. Students on the ten eight books and published more Frozen for two years, Premium Plan will also BY JOE KRUPA, CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER than 140 articles on the subject. For immune to rises in fees. be allowed to move these contributions, he received the Indiana’s First Lady Judy O’Bannon talks to Patricia Hughes, the director of speaker for “Linking Teachers of Today with Teachers of Tomorrow.” She $50 of extra dinning-plus into the residence halls Researcher of the Year Award, given the Office of Educational Field Experiences. O’Bannon was the keynote spoke on the importance of education and community service. included in plan. a day early. once a year by the university, according “If you add all of to James Pyle, executive director of the ■ RELOCATION that up, it’s about a Office of Academic Research and Students pay difference $600 value,” Hargrave Sponsored Programs. in dorm fees only. said. “You’ll find...one of the things we ■ CANCELATION According to ’ [professors] dearly love is the scholarly A $750 cancellation fee Douglas McConkey, State s first lady visits BSU work that we do,” Kuratko told the is given to the student. vice president of stu- group of about 25 people. “To be recog- dent affairs, a survey nized as the outstanding researcher is a of Tomorrow,” was sponsored by someone else.” of students and par- BY C AROLINA PROCTER real, real special honor. There is no Ball State’s Office of Educational Though some politicians, “The difference ents of incoming students was administered to CHIEF REPORTER question.” see what they thought of the plan. Field Experiences. according to O’Bannon, “act like between being Part of the scholarly work Kuratko “People responded pretty well, so we thought Future and current educators The annual seminar, in its education is a meal ticket to a loves includes researching entrepreneur- this was a good option,” McConkey said. of Indiana got a word of encour- fifth year, aims to strengthen ties better job,” the First Lady main- educated and ship within established companies, or Hargrave said test marketing showed that 76 agement Thursday afternoon between established and aspiring tained that teachers are a commu- “intrapreneurship.” The majority of his percent of the parents of this year’s freshman from Indiana’s First Lady Judy teachers. nity’s lifeblood. not educated high-spirited speech revolved around class said that if this plan had been available last O’Bannon: Be proud to be a Patricia Hughes, director of “The difference between being his findings. Though most of those in summer, they would have encouraged their chil- teacher. the Office of Educational Field educated and not educated is like is like the attendance were faculty members, dren to take advantage of it. “There’s something very spe- Experiences, introduced O’Bannon the difference between an alive Kuratko said that the entrepreneurial If students signed up for the Premium Plan cial about being there with some- as “an advocate for education.” person and a dead person,” difference “spirit” is for anybody, including stu- choose to move to different residence halls dur- one when something comes to As chairwoman of the Hoosier O’Bannon said. between an dents. ing the second year of their contracts, or to a sin- life,” O’Bannon said. “All of you Millennium Task Force, O’Bannon “You’re giving life to kids and “All graduates are going to need this gle room, they pay only the difference of what have stepped up and said, ‘I want anchors various projects to young adults all the time.” alive person perspective,” he said. “Your idea can be the room would have cost during their first year that challenge.’ And as the wife of strengthen community and public In order to bring life to the so powerful that you can move the on the plan, according to Hargrave. the governor, I’d like to thank service. She said teaching is a classroom, O’Bannon said teach- and a dead world.” “There’s really very little for students to risk you.” vital part of doing so. ers must instill creativity, origi- He also stressed that graduates on this,” Hargrave said. “It doesn’t cost them any O’Bannon’s lecture capped a “Public service isn’t, ‘I think nality and curiosity in students. person.” should not become lost in the large more money to do it.” day-long seminar at the Ball State today I’ll go do some community “That’s the key to education,” companies’ established institutions. The only risk involved in the plan is if stu- Alumni Center that drew 175 service, and then come home and O’Bannon said. “You’re empower- Judy O’Bannon “In my day, coming out of college, teachers, student teachers and close the electric gates to my ing people to participate. Some dents continue to take classes but want to move First lady, Indiana we were an institution-laden society. We off campus during their second year. Then, administrators from across the house,’” O’Bannon said. “It’s people think that’s bureaucratic had so much faith in the institutions,” according to Hargrave, there would be a $750 state. reaching clear down inside for jargon, but that’s what you’re he said. “(However) the institutions fol- cancellation fee for the second year. The seminar, titled “Linking what you’ve got to offer, any time doing — building citizens. And lowed the individualists. The individual- “We thought this would be really attractive to Teachers of Today with Teachers of the day, and offering it to that’s pretty important.” ists did not follow the institutions.” incoming students and their parents,” Hargrave To prove his point, Kuratko said, pointing out that it is a way for them to explained that one-third of all new save money. “It allows people to plan for two entrepreneurs are under the age of 30. years out what their housing rate is going to be.” MUNCIE POLICE He also said that 80 percent of would-be If after two years students wants to sign entrepreneurs are aged 18 to 34. another Premium Plan they can, but it would not Whether it is a student or a compa- be an extension of their original contract. Former football player charged with battery ny, however, Kuratko maintained that Hargrave said the new contract would be set at innovation is a primary factor in suc- whatever the room and board rate is for the year cessful entrepreneurship. the Autumn Breeze apartment complex, where both men the contract is signed. BY T ERRANCE A LDRIDGE “You build on old thinking,” he said. live. “We’re really excited about this,” Hargrave NEWS EDITOR “You respect old thinking, (but you use) said. “I really do think we have something that The fight occurred during a party hosted by Driver, new ideas.” people are interested in. I hope that a lot of peo- Former Ball State linebacker Byron Driver, 21, 2840 N. according to Det. Tony Sisson,of the Muncie Police. ple take advantage of it.” Everbrook Lane Apt. B, was arrested earlier this week on Sisson added that Driver lost his temper, broke his preliminary charges of battery and residential entry. neighbors’ door and assaulted the man in front of his son DN CLARIFICATION Driver, who started six games for the Cardinals this sea- and fiance. New plan adds up to son, left the team after eight games. Driver told police that the fight was mutual, Sisson said. In Wednesday’s edition of the Daily News, After the season Driver, who is originally from Fort “That’s a little bit hard to believe” he added.” Why would former students Dejo Okunola and Jason a total of $600 in savings Wayne, informed head coach Bill Lynch he would not return, a guy in front of his fiancé and child want to fight an angry Baksas were misidentified in a headline as for participating DRIVER said Joe Hernandez, assistant athletic director. football player late at night?” Left team after Driver left the team for personal reasons and told Lynch Driver was released from the Delaware County Jail after residence hall burglars. Okunola and students, says director eight games, he was “burnt-out” playing football, Hernandez added. posting a $7,500 bond. No court date has yet to be scheduled. Baksas are the alleged perpetrators of that citing burn out. Driver a junior, was arrested Tuesday by Muncie Police. Battery is a Class A misdemeanor if it results in bodily crime, and have not been convicted. of housing, residence life Police added that Driver’s charges stemmed from a fight injury to any other person and is punishable by a standard The Daily News apologizes for any with a neighbor which occurred roughly two weeks ago at sentence of one year and up to $5,000 fine. inconvenience this might have occurred. PAGE 2 THE BALL STATE DAILY NEWS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2000 NEWS

TODAY IN HISTORY TODAY IN BALL STATE HISTORY 1752 The first hospital in North America opened in DN DIGEST J. Allen Hyneck, “Close Encounters of the Pennsylvania with the help of Benjamin Franklin. 1978 Third Kind,” gave a slide presentation on UFO’s and COMPILED FROM ASSOCIATED PRESS REPORTS 1957 The NHL Players Association was formed in New York City. his studies in “Project Bluebook,” an official military 1966 Willie Mays became the highest-paid baseball player study of UFO’s. DAVID LETTERMAN as he signed a two-year contract with the San Students leave to deliver get-well card Francisco Giants for a salary of about $130,000 a year. A convoy of Ball State students will be hitting the Big Apple today, to deliver a message of goodwill to Ball State’s most famous alumnus. DN The convocation of seniors Jamey Davidson, Kelly Huber, Megan Sullivan DAYS A HEAD and Jeremiah Johnson and juniors Nick Utley, Cory Calvin and Nikki Sparks Days Ahead is a community bulletin board provided to Ball State by the Daily are heading to New York to deliver the get-well card for David Letterman. Freshman coped with disorder News. Notices can be published up to three times, but the Daily News can only guar- Letterman, a 1969 Ball State graduate, underwent emergency quintuple antee the notice will run on the day of the event because of space limitations. Call bypass surgery last month, after a test found one of his arteries seriously JUMP FROM PG.1 denied she even had. Mary Garrison at 285-8249 with questions. constricted. “I didn’t think I had a problem, I To show support for Letterman, the group heading to New York rallied start watching what I’d eat, “ thought I was just skinny,” she said. TODAY together to create a get-well card for the ailing alumnus. said the freshman, who asked “But at a swimming party, my ■ Golden Key National Honor Society will be selling unique and inexpensive Two hundred pieces of poster board were sent around campus, to be that she not be identified.” I couldn’t friend’s dad, who is my doctor, was Valentine’s Day items from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in Whitinger Business brought together to form the complete card, with about 10,000 signatures. take it anymore, so I just stopped trying to pick me up and put me in “We have an appointment with the producers at the Ed Sullivan Theatre eating. I’d wake up before school his car because he was going to take Building. (where “Late Show with David Letterman” is taped), but we don’t know and grab a piece of bread or a bowl me to the hospital and admit me if I ■ University Program Board will show “Pulp Fiction” tonight at 10:30 in Pruis exactly what we’ll be doing,” Calvin said. of cereal so my mom would see that didn’t go inside and eat with him.” Hall as part of the Friday Night Filmworks series. The group plans to deliver the card on Valentine’s Day, the day I had something I would take it That’s when she realized that ■ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is having a “Crimson and Cream Cotton Letterman is widely rumored to return to the air. upstairs and flush it down the toilet she had a problem, although the Club” party from 10:30 p.m. until 2:30 a.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. or give it to one of my brothers to freshman admits that she’s been “They told us to dress for news crews and cameras,” Davidson said. It’s a stylish affair. “We’re being hopefully optimistic.” eat.” tempted to stop eating since she Gorman said that most eating came to college. S h e ■ Catholic Student Union announces a Friday night dinner at 6:30. disorders are caused by the thin went back on diet pills and SUPREME COURT ideal portrayed in the media and decreased her food intake until SATURDAY also the lack of control over one’s another friend brought it to her ■ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. presents a fashion showcase at Pruis Hall. Appeal issued to give racist law license life. attention that she had to start eating Doors open at 7 p.m., showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $2. “When people come to college again. ■ The Ball State Swing Society will hold a Valentine’s Dance this Saturday in it’s an upheaval time. It’s a time Gorman said that it is some- PEORIA, ILL. — An attorney for Matthew Hale said he sent a petition to the Botsford-Swinford lounge from 8 p.m. until midnight. Dress is informal. the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday asking justices to hear an appeal of where life is just going kind of times hard to realize that there is a Bring a friend and come swing with us. Call Marc at 282-1249. the state of Illinois’ decision denying the white supremacist a law license. crazy,” Gorman said. “One way that problem because many times it is not brought to the victim’s atten- Hale’s attorney, Robert Herman of St. Louis, said it could be summer people sometimes try to take control SUNDAY of chaos is to take control of their tion. For that reason, she said she before the court decides whether to consider the case. He said his argument ■ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will have its formal rush at 6 p.m. at the for a hearing focuses on a statement by the state Committee on Character eating.” hopes people take advantage of the three-days of activities and lectures Delta suite. Be prompt; dress is business attire. and Fitness that Hale, leader of the segregationist World Church of the The freshman’sa anorexia got so so people can come to realize that Creator, was denied a license at least partially because of his racist views. out of control that everything became a chore for her, she said what they’re doing is not healthy. ‘‘The reason they should hear this case is because this is political cor- Sitting in a church pew was “I want students to get an DN SERVICE DIRECTORY rectness run rampant, political correctness overstepping its boundaries,’’ almost torture and she would have awareness of how to take care of Herman said. ‘‘They are, in effect, saying they have the right to establish to put a coat behind her to guard her themselves, self appreciation, how The Ball State Daily News (USPS-144-360), the Ball State University student the boundaries of correct thinking.’’ bones from the wood, she added. to use their bodies in healthy ways, newspaper, is published Monday through Friday during the academic year except The Illinois Supreme Court in November declined to hear Hale’s appeal At an after-prom party during to see where their esteem may be,” for exam periods and vacations and published Monday, Wednesday and Thursday of the committee’s decision to deny him a law license. The refusal was her senior year, friends began to Gorman said. “Hopefully we’ll be during summer sessions. issued without explanation; one justice later issued a dissent. approach her about the problem, she able to flip that (low self-esteem) The Daily News is supported in part by an allocation from the General Fund of The Committee on Character and Fitness, whose members are appoint- said. It was a problem the teenager around.” the university and is available free to students at various points on campus. ed by the state Supreme Court, originally turned Hale down last summer. Members argued that Hale’s racist views would prevent him from fulfilling POSTAL BOX a lawyer’s duty not to discriminate against litigants, jurors, witnesses or DN CORRECTION The Daily News offices are in West Quad 212, Ball State University, Muncie, Ind., others for reasons of race, religion or national origin. 47306-0481. Periodicals postage paid in Muncie, Ind. It was reported in Thursday’s edition of the Daily News that senior Duane Clemens scored VIOLENCE 18 points in Ball State’s 80-60 victory over Western Michigan. Clemens finished the game TO ADVERTISE with eight points. Senior Shane Franks’ line in the box score was also incorrect, as he Classified department (765) 285-8247 logged no points, rebounds, assists or turnovers. The Daily News regrets this errors and Display department (765) 285-8256 or 285-8246 Office hours are 8 a.m.to 5 Three injured in Toronto H.S. parking lot apologizes for any inconvenience. p.m. Monday through Friday. TORONTO — Gunfire in a high school parking lot injured three teenagers Thursday, and police said they were looking for two male sus- Call out Meeting For pects with handguns. The shooting at Emery Collegiate Institute in suburban Toronto Miss Ball State occurred as students were going home for the day. Authorities to locked When: Tuesday, February 15, the doors and kept many students inside the building. One of the wounded was in serious condition, said police spokesman 2000 Nick Doria. He was unable to confirm if the attackers or the injured were Where: Student Center RM 305 students. Time: 9:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Police said they searched the school and surrounding neighborhood, but released few other details of the shooting. For more Information Contact Video footage on CTV television showed one young male victim being wheeled into a local hospital. New Director: Debra Gossett It was unclear how many of the more than 1,000 students who attend (765) 455-6049 the school were inside when the shooting occurred. E-mail - [email protected] Lance McLean, 19, a grade 12 student, said he was playing chess in the school when another student told him of the violence.

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MEN’S VOLLEYBALL WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Ball State battles Cards’ No. 13 ranking on the line Broncos for revenge University Arena against West Coast make a lot of mistakes. Right now, Ball State, Cal-State go BY M ELISSA L INDER schools is pretty high, because there’s their seniors are playing like ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR head-to-head after coming just a different set of circumstances seniors and they definitely want to off monumental victories. you have to deal with when you’re on Just imagine what the women’s go out with a strong finish.” the road.” basketball team will be able to do Wednesday’s 70-53 victory at With the home-court advantage, when it achieves senior status. Marshall was precisely what Ball the Cards will look to hang on to the BY S TEPHEN S MITH Although Western Michigan is State needed heading into the last fragile respect they’ve been able to CHIEF REPORTER virtually a lock for the Mid-American five games of the season. The win gain with recent wins over Loyola, Conference West crown, Ball State not only halted a four-game losing It has taken time, but national Lewis and Stanford. plans to do everything in its power skid, but has added fuel to the com- respect is finally emerging for the “(Assistant coach) Craig Skinner to make the title less sweet. petitive fires the Cards hope to enact men’s volleyball team. and I are competitive and we want to be The Cards, fresh off a win at when facing Western Michigan. Ball State (6-2) has ranked as high in the poll as Marshall, will take to the road “I think the team is starting to moved up to No. 13 in the In Action possible,” Walton said. “The tomorrow, in hopes of avenging a see its hard work finally paying off,” latest Coaches Poll after tak- only added thing to this is ■ BALL STATE VS. heartbreaking 75-73 loss Jan. 26 at Oldfield said. “With this win, we are there seems to be a lack of ing out Stanford for the first Cal-State Northridge University Arena to the Broncos. starting to regain our confidence.” time in team history last respect we’re seeing from the In Ball State’s narrow loss to Several factors will weigh in to ■ weekend. The Cardinals now TIME West Coast schools, so any- Western Michigan, the Cards’ play, namely playing at the home of welcome another West Coast 7 p.m. time we play one of those pro- youthful lineup gave the Broncos’ the MAC West leader. As depth has team to University Arena as ■ VENUE grams it’s important for us to senior starters a scare. Although been a sore spot all season, Ball they take on Cal-State University Arena take care of business. leading the entire game, Ball State State will not have the luxury of Northridge at 7 p.m. Friday The Cards have little to go couldn’t hold on for the duration. sophomore Michelle Shaughnessy and Saturday with hopes of further on but the statistics before them on “We’re going to have to play off the bench. She played sporadi- solidifying their place in the rankings. Northridge. Unlike most of their previ- one of our better games to beat cally throughout the pre-conference “Cal-State Northridge is a program ous matches, the Cards have no tape Western Michigan,” head coach schedule because of foot problems, that as recently as 1994 or 1993 was and have not been able to see Brenda Oldfield said. “They keep and the recurrence of the injuries playing in the championship match of Northridge in action. getting better and better, and don’t will keep her off the floor for the the NCAA tournament,” head coach “We need to learn what the play- next week. Joel Walton said. “It’s a program that ers’ shot tendencies are, learn where Setting foot on the hardwood out on the West Coast, they’ve kind of certain guys are serving the ball, who MAC STANDINGS for the third time in eight days looked at themselves as the blue-col- the weak blockers are,” Walton said. Oldfield expects no sympathy on Women’s Basketball lar program.” “Those are the things that our guys the fatigue factor, as both squads Northridge might lose players to have to be able to pick up on, because West Division are at the point in the season programs such as Stanford, UCLA or we’re not going to be able to spoon- MAC Overall where weariness is a given. Long Beach State, but it has tradition- feed it to them this week.” WL WL “When Western Michigan ally been able to field a solid team that “If we come out and play poorly Western Michigan 10 1 13 9 played Toledo, their starters is a national contender. After rebuild- this weekend, some of the respect Ball State 6 5 13 9 Toledo 6 5 9 12 played every minute but two, and ing in the past few years, Northridge is that we’ve earned the last couple of Central Michigan 5 6 8 14 everyone on both sides is tired,” once again rising to the top. weeks is just going to go away.” Eastern Michigan 5 7 10 12 Oldfield said. “We will just have to “From what I hear about them, they Another question mark for the Northern Illinois 4 7 5 17 find within ourselves the energy to have some very solid, good players and Cards is within their own team. play a full 40 minutes. they are just starting to learn how to Despite solid team play over the last East Division MAC Overall “A lot of times we are our win,” Walton said. “The Stanford coach three weeks, the Cards have seen just WL WL biggest enemy, but we just have to talked to me and said he was very about every player struggle in one Kent 10 1 17 5 pay attention to detail and the impressed with how Northridge played match or another. The fact that Miami 7 4 13 8 scouting report in order to contin- Buffalo 7 5 17 6 against Stanford this fall.” Walton’s team has been able to over- BY KEITH CARSON, CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER ue getting better.” Ohio 4 7 9 13 Like the Cards’ win over Stanford, come poor individual performances is Although the Western Freshman Matt Denmark prepares to go for the spike after the set from senior Jeff Akron 4 7 8 14 Northridge is coming off a big win more a positive sign than a negative Bowling Green 4 7 6 15 Michigan defeat was the beginning over Pacific earning it votes for the one in his eyes. Robertson. Ball State will attempt to heighten its raking, as it faces Cal-State Northridge Marshall 1 11 7 16 of Ball State’s losing streak, neither Coaches Poll, but fell short of climb- “The good thing is there is some tonight at 7 at University Arena. Oldfield nor the team is quite ing into the rankings. depth in our personnel,” Walton said. Thursday’s results ready to give into preseason pre- Kent 94, Central Michigan 55 “Maybe in their minds they’re feel- “That’s really what I think is a strength setter now who is learning how to dis- “We’ve split matches with Cal- dictions. ing like they are starting to figure of our team and our program. We’re tribute the ball and move things State Northridge, we’ve beaten them, Saturday’s games “The win at Marshall was good things out or maybe their coach has not just relying on one or two players around based on what our opponents they’ve beaten us, but it’s still a pro- Ball State at Western Michigan, 2:30 p.m. for us because we really played as a finally found a group that is ready to every night to get us victories. are giving us.” gram that I would certainly like to see Central Michigan at Akron, 2 p.m. team,” freshman Tamara Bowie go out and compete,” Walton said. “We’re not setting all of our balls All of the advantages point in our guys go out and play well against, Eastern Michigan at Bowling Green, 2 p.m. said. “I have started taking on the “They are going to be working to over- to one guy. We’ve got really good Ohio at Marshall, 4 p.m. favor of the home team, and picking play up to our level,” Walton said. “I Toledo at Buffalo, 5:30 p.m. role of being a leader because I come the disadvantages of travel. I depth. We’ve have some outside up two victories this weekend will expect that we are the better team but know I can lead this team. I am just think that’s one of the reasons why attackers and middle attackers who continue to help the Cards earn the that is what’s going to be determined Sunday’s games ready to go out and give a good we see that our win-loss total here in can put the ball away, and we’ve got a respect they feel they deserve. this Friday and Saturday.” Kent at Northern Illinois, 1:05 p.m. fight against Western Michigan.”

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THE BALL STATE MASTHEAD I THE BALL STATE DAILY NEWS EDITORIAL BOARD “The Greatest and perhaps only Necessities of Humanity Mary Garrison, editor Jason Recker, sports editor Michael Hartz, graphics editor are Freedom of Thought and Freedom of Expression— Terrance Aldridge, news editor Melissa Linder, assistant sports editor Nichole Faux, assistant graphics editor All else is but joy or pain.” DAILY NEWS Paul Allor, assistant news editor Andy Heidt, photo editor Craig Blanchard, online editor Louis Ingelhart, Jackson Bell, lifestyles editor Dan Johnson, assistant photo editor Ball State director of student publications emeritus Premium plan could be double-edged sword The Board of Trustees approved a plan last month that will bind stu- dents to the residence halls for an extra year, if they so choose. Dubbed the Premium Plan, the benefits are a flat room and board rate for two years, $50 extra in dining service allot- Incoming students ment per semester, early move in, priority room sign-up and standard vehicle registration. should consider new Director of Housing and Residence Life Alan housing arrange- Hargrave said the plan will tally up a total of roughly $600 in student savings. ment very carefully. For students who prefer to spend their col- lege career in the financial security of the resi- dence hall, the Premium Plan is a wonderful idea. All it does is commit them to a living situation they were planning on in the first place. With the expanding yearly expenses, this gives students BY MIKE PETERS a chance to maintain some financial stability in their favor. One thing incoming students and parents must consider is whether or not a two-year contract for a living situation they are more than likely DESIRE BALOUBI AFRICAN LINES unfamiliar with is the right choice. Some students prefer the convenience, proximity and sociability of the residence halls. Where has a student been previously exposed to such circumstances other than summer camp? King’s Dream still not completely realized But all people are different and some prefer the luxury moving off- campus provides over on-campus living, such as having their own bed- As Black History Month gets in full cases our reaction is: “Son of a gun! Grammar Theory? How many of you room, a living room and a bathroom that they share with only a handful of swing, some of us may be wondering I’m out of here!” remember that I am from Mexico or how much is left to remember and Then I quietly ask myself: “Isn’t Puerto Rico when we meet as campus people as opposed to a whole residence hall floor. how much is worth discussing openly. this country the land of the greatest senators in the Student Government There is a $750 cancellation fee for students who decide they would I believe that every year at this nation on earth?î My answer is “yes”, Association to discuss issues related rather move off-campus than spend another year in a setting best time, when we are celebrating Black and for what I personally have experi- to student life and to the future of our described as glorified summer camp. For most, if not all students, that is ■ Desire Baloubi History Month, there always will be enced in the last five years, I am not university? In that heated debate over is a doctoral candi- tons of historical facts left to remem- prepared to change my mind. At the the differences between the bills Bill an unfeasible price to pay. ber. There may be no limits to how beginning was diversity and so shall and I proposed, who cared whether What students, especially incoming ones, need to fully appreciate is date in applied lin- guistics and writes many we can remember but we may it be to the end. If we do not perceive Bill was an African, a European the magnitude of their decision to apply for the Premium Plan. If they “African Lines” for choose to be selective about what is diversity as weakness but as strength, American, or an African-American? decide they can’t stand living in the residence halls a second year, they the Daily News. worth putting back on the table for then Americans are the most con- As far as I can recollect, nobody cared. further examination. structively diverse nation on the globe We unanimously voted in favor of have no choice but to bear another year against their will. His views do not necessarily Today I would like to challenge my and the best model of democracy in Bill’s proposal because such a law represent fellow students on the Ball State the world. As a politician said not too would best serve our common inter- those of the University campus, my brothers and long ago, the American democracy ests. That is the key, that is what mat- DN newspaper. sisters of the human race in the may not be the best but it is better ters. We can agree to disagree in strict FORUM POLICY Muncie community, and the entire than any model anywhere else. observance of our democratic rights American nation to add one more Having said that, I would add that but not on the basis of race, gender, The ultimate goal of the Daily News Opinion Page is errors that appear in print as a result of transcribing golden page of history to their encour- the premises above are reliable disability, age, or creed. to stimulate discussion and action on topics of interest handwritten letters. aging records. grounds on which a stronger founda- Finally, let me say thank you to all to the Ball State community. The name of the author is usually published but may The challenge is to earnestly and tion can be laid to build a much better those who are committed to fighting The Daily News welcomes reader viewpoints and be withheld for compelling reasons, such as physical collectively give the final punch to the America in the 21st century, a country for such a noble cause: a fight for offers three vehicles of expression for reader opinions: harm to the author. race and minorities issues in America, in which most of the people would be equal opportunities, a fight for peace, letters to the editor, guest columns and phone respons- Readers with letters of this sensitive nature should the greatest country on the face of the color blind and would speak one lan- a fight for a stronger and more unified es. explain the situation to the editor when submitting their earth. Such a punch will have a guage. This language would be a lan- America, and a fight for a better Letters must be signed and accompanied with cur- writings. tremendous impact on the lives of all guage of love, a language of unity in world. Tomorrow the sun shall rise rent picture identification and will be checked by an The editor decides this on an individual basis and races, Black, White, Latino, Asian, etc., diversity, and most of all, a language again but until then, as Tiger Woods employee of the Daily News. must consult the writer before withholding the name. anywhere on this planet now and for of peace. Beyond my linguistics pro- recently said on his sixth consecutive Letters mailed to the Daily News office will be held Lengthy letters that focus on an issue affecting stu- centuries to come. gram, that is the language I expected gulf tournament win, ‘hang in there;... for publication until the editor can confirm authorship of dents might be considered for Your Turn columns. It is certainly a tangible fact that to learn from Americans when I first Just give yourself a chance; keep in the letter. Your Turn columns will be granted if the editorial we all have different experiences in got here as a Fulbright scholar. My position because it’s not over till it’s Letters appear as space permits each day. The limit board believes the opinions are deserving of the extra relation to race and minorities issues. experience may be unique, but so far, I over.” But for sure, Martin Luther for letter length is one page, single-spaced. attention of a Your Turn column. Some places are fun to visit others are have not been in the least disappoint- King’s dream shall come to pass. The editor reserves the right to edit and condense Those interested in submitting guest columns can as scary as a haunted house in the ed. Therefore I strongly believe that Now, to all Africans and people of letters and columns for length restrictions as well as clar- submit a typed copy to the Daily News office, located in middle of a desert. Some people can together we can still give the race and African descent, I would proudly say I ity. West Quad Room 212. be extremely friendly and fun to live minorities issues the final hard and believe that “Lumumba’s prophecy All letters must be typed. Writers who cannot deliver letters in person will be with while others may still feel heavy punch they deserve. I know we will not be silenced until Africa The Daily News will not be held responsible for called to confirm identification. uncomfortable seeing you around can do it; I know we can make it hap- achieves its second independence “their folks.” Faced with the latter situ- pen. where the promises of the first can be ation, it does not matter whether your How many of you think of my fulfilled. JOHN ROUSE YOUR TURN eyes are brown, blue, or green. One African origin when we are struggling thing we all have in common is the together to understand the rationale Write to Desire at More facts needed about way we respond to that. In most behind Noam Chomsky’s Universal [email protected] student bereavement policy WALTER R. MEARS YOUR TURN

Once again, as a citizen taxpayer this bereavement policy? Gloves come off in presidential race of Indiana, I ask Megan Sullivan, Jamey Davidson and Trent Deckard If the bereavement policy is ■ Walter R. Mears WASHINGTON (AP)— No more paign, of coddling special interests, of excesses of the 1996 campaign, say- for general background and particu- Davidson’s “biggest accomplish- is an Associated Mr. Nice Guys. Not George W. Bush, ‘‘a thousand promises and a thou- ing the Republicans could clean lars on how Student Government ment,” why not provide data and Press writer and not John McCain, not Bill Bradley, and sand attacks.’’ house on that front in the fall. Association made the bereavement relevant information on how it was wrote this “Your certainly not Al Gore. After Gore’s narrow victory in the Bush challenges McCain’s creden- policy. made by SGA? ■ John Rouse Turn” column for This was going to be the different New Hampshire primary, Bradley tials as a reformer, saying that while I have asked this question more Since Ms. Sullivan is given credit the Daily News. campaign for the White House, posi- reversed the debate challenge; now he McCain campaigns on the issue, he is is a professor of than once. No one seems to be for researching the bill, why not political science and His views do not tive and polite, above attack politics wants them weekly. soliciting money from special interest ready to offer particulars. provide data on incidence and necessarily and all that — until it got competitive, But Gore already had moved past lobbyists. wrote this “Your According to the Daily News facts for introducing this legisla- represent first for the Democrats, then the that point: He demands two a week as The Bush offensive began Turn” column for (Feb.7), consensus is that the tion? those of the Republicans. part of a deal in which both candi- after he took an 18-point beating the Daily News. bereavement policy was the “best The DN article references the inspi- newspaper. The hardening line between GOP dates would stop broadcasting televi- from McCain in the New Hampshire His views do not work” of SGA President Davidson ration of President Davidson. necessarily and SGA. Praise was given to Could he be so inspired to provide rivals Bush and McCain mirrored the sion commercials. primary Feb. 1. Bush won earlier in represent Sullivan too. facts and data supporting this deci- earlier shift in Democratic tactics, Bradley called that a gimmick, Iowa and then again in Delaware last those of the Among other issues, I would sion making process? begun when the vice president aimed at handicapping him because week. newspaper. like for you to provide me data on: Professors make policies on stopped ignoring Bradley’s challenge he is the lesser known candidate. He ‘‘Somehow I got defined as the class absences. Academic freedom and went after him in the fall. said it was typical of old-style insider and he got defined as the out- ■ Were due process rights of any permits professors to determine At the time, Gore’s campaign was Washington politics. sider and those days are over with,’’ professor violated in the data col- absence policy in their syllabi. off to a faltering beginning, so Gore Gore said Bradley was being nega- Bush said, campaigning in South lection in the formulation of this Regulators,at most universities, do reinvented it and said he would run tive. Bradley said Gore was. Carolina, which holds its primary Feb. bereavement policy? not make academic policy. And, at like an underdog. Which sounds like Bush vs. 19. the better universities, neither do He challenged Bradley to weekly McCain in their argument about rival McCain said Bush was getting des- ■ Was the accused professor SGA groups. campaign debates, attacked his rival’s ads, each accusing the other of break- perate. allowed to give his, side of the The SGA and its members centerpiece health care coverage pro- ing pledges against negative cam- A month since McCain and Bush student accusation? should be accountable to openness posal, and said the former New Jersey paigning. agreed during a campaign debate not and to efforts of the Indiana tax- senator was too left-of-center to win. A McCain spot said Bush was to use attack ads. ■ How many professors have been payer who funds programs of SGA. Bradley said that showed he was twisting the truth like President ‘‘I’d like to shake hands on that charged with violating this Davidson was quoted in the DN gaining ground because Gore had Clinton. A Bush ad said McCain was right now,’’ McCain said, and they did. bereavement policy? article saying: “If any president ignored him for 10 months, not even trying to mislead voters. Steve Forbes, for whom hard-line ads tries to take any credit himself/her- mentioning the challenger. When they McCain offered to drop his hostile became a trademark, would not join ■ Is this bereavement policy self, he or she is lying.” did debate, in October in Hanover, ads if Bush would. ‘‘Pull your ads and them. No matter; he quit the cam- grounded in a one-time occur- If any SGA President is partici- N.H., Gore took the offensive, while we’ll pull our ads and we’ll all be nice paign for lack of support in first rence? pating in a coverup, is he not Bradley ventured only mild rebuttals. guys again,’’ he said. round of voting. “lying” as well? Not now. ‘‘That’s a Washington, D.C., politi- It was only little more than two ■ What frequency and consensus Morality and common sense call The exchanges escalated debate by cal trick,’’ the Texas governor retort- months ago that Bush volunteered of faculty views are included in for not only faculty to be honest, debate, seven so far. In the last one, ed. He said he had been smeared and words of praise for McCain, when this bereavement policy? but also students. Where is the evidence? What just after Gore’s victory by a 2-to-1 he meant to defend himself. McCain’s temper and temperament ■ What frequency and consensus does President Davidson and SGA margin in the Iowa Democratic cau- In the Democratic campaign, for the White House was being chal- of faculty views are included in have to hide? cuses, Bradley was the attacker. He Bradley is making an issue of Gore’s lenged. accused Gore of a dishonest cam- role in the Democratic fund-raising The smile is gone now.

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MEN’S TRACK MEN’S TENNIS WOMEN’S TRACK Individual Focus a daunting results key task in unscored meet some of the Cardinals may qualify BY M ONICA S WINTZ for the NCAA tournament. STAFF REPORTER to victory “In a meet like this, it’s us After what coaches called a dis- against the clock,” Lycan said. appointing weekend at the “We’re looking for personal bests in Indy Kentucky Invitational last weekend, and school records.” the Ball State women’s track team is According to Lycan, the NCAA ready to meet some of the top has national standards that can be Sprecher anticipates intense teams in the nation this weekend at met anytime during the season that competition as practice the Canon Classic in Indianapolis. allows runners, jumpers and throw- “Everybody was really flat and ers to compete. for MAC tournament. unmotivated,” head coach Sue Lycan thinks there will be more Parks said about last weekend’s than one runner he will be watching meet. “We just weren’t fired up.” this weekend to qualify. BY T OM G UBBINS Parks said the team would not “I think we have a few people CHIEF REPORTER just be going through the motions that have a good chance of qualify- Men’s track head coach Jim again. ing,” Lycan said. “(Juniors) Linise Sprecher will take a more individual “You can almost compare our Gordon and Jada Phelps in the 400, approach to today’s Cannon funk to the men’s basketball team,” Jada in the long jump, Linise in the Invitational on the campus of Indiana assistant coach Kelly Lycan said. triple jump and (senior) Amy Beatty University-Purdue University- “Every year there is one clunky in the 5,000.” Indianapolis. meet. We are aware of it and we’ll “My goal has been to qualify in Ball State is coming off an impres- bounce back.” the long jump, but it’s better to just BY JASON LUDWICK, STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER sive second-place finish last weekend Junior Jada Phelps said last go out there and compete hard,” at the Indiana Senior Ryan Baxter occupies the No. 1 singles position for Ball State. The Cards have jumped to No. 44 in the national spotlight. weekend isn’t something the team Phelps said. “As for the 400, I am In Action Invitational. The should forget, but change. working towards getting a good ■ BALL STATE AT Cards had three “We lost focus last week,” start time for the Mid-American Canon Classic athletes with Phelps said. “Our opportunity to Conference Championships. In the qualify for nationals is this week. 4 X 4 relay we want to work ■ winning perfor- TIME mances, after I’m not counting out the next few towards qualifying for nationals.” TBA Friday and being locked in a weekends, but this will be a good Lycan says that this year’s meet Saturday Rested swingers prepare track and excellent competition. is different from last year’s because dogfight with ■ VENUE Indiana. Now, The atmosphere will be totally dif- of Ball State graduate LaTasha IUPUI the Cards will be ferent, and we are looking for good Jenkins. looking for indi- times.” Though the team is said to be vidual performances to rise in the Lycan said he has seen focused for this weekend, Lycan Mid-American Conference rankings. for sizzling Spartans improvement over the last week will be thinking of last years NCAA “We need fast times for the MAC and is happy with the results. champion, Jenkins. Jenkins is can’t be overconfident,” Richards said. “Even if Championships to get athletes in the BY S TEPHEN S MITH “I think we’re ready,” he said. spending her weekend at the Tyson Trinidad doesn’t play, they are an excellent team.” stronger meets,” Sprecher said. “We CHIEF REPORTER “We are looking sharper and we’ve Invitational in Fayetteville, Ark. are not looking at this meet with a The Cards are dealing with their own injury prob- got the speed and the wheels turn- “It’s her first real professional team approach. This is purely individ- Nap time is over. lem. Sophomore Andrew Seni, the Cards No. 2 singles ing.” meet,” Lycan said. “She might be ual.” After a weekend off, the men’s tennis team player has a broken toe and might not be able to play. Though the meet is not a team- able to make some money because Two weeks ago, the Cardinals par- resumes its grueling schedule against another solid “The one situation that we have is that Andrew scored event, it has been said to be the winner makes $3,000 and they ticipated in the Smith Barney Big Ten opponent, Michigan State. Seni broke his toe on Tuesday just in a freak accident one of the most important of the give money away all the way up to Invitational and the setup of the meet “Our matches with Michigan State every year are at his house,” Richards said. “We don’t know his sta- season. The Canon Classic is where the sixth place.” is like the Canon Invitational, but just very, very hotly contested, very emotional, high- tus. It’s certainly not likely he would play both singles Sprecher feels the competition will be spirited, intense dogfights,” head coach Bill Richards and doubles. It’s been X-rayed and it’s fractured, and much more competitive. said. “We have quite a rivalry with them and a large we don’t know whether he’ll play or not. That’s some- “The competition will be as differ- part of that rivalry is due to the fact that their thing that probably won’t be decided until WOMEN’S TENNIS ent as night and day,” Sprecher said. coach is one of my former players and assis- In Action pretty close to match time.” “This meet is loaded with teams from tant coach.” ■ Regardless of Seni’s status, Richards Gene Orlando, a 1987 Ball State graduate, BALL STATE AT is confident that his team will be able to all over the country and is a much Michigan State Cards on road again stronger field from what we have competed on four Mid-American Conference perform at a high level. Team depth is Championship teams and was an assistant ■ TIME something Richards feels is a key strength seen.” team consists of freshman Julie coach under Richards in 1988. 1 p.m. Saturday for this team and someone should be able BY T RACY K ERNS The Canon Invitational will fea- Beekman and junior Susie Miller. “There’s a lot of respect there between the to step up if Seni were unable to play. STAFF REPORTER ture athletes from some of the ■ VENUE The team’s singles lineup nation’s top programs, according to coaches and programs, but we don’t want to East Lansing, Mich. “Obviously if he can’t play, you take lose to each other, so it adds a little extra fuel out your No. 2 singles guy and half of your The women’s tennis team will includes Beekman at No. 1 singles, Sprecher. In all, 17 teams will com- take a long journey to Iowa this Tranquada at No. 2 singles, Gerding pete in Indianapolis. to the fire,” Richards said. third doubles team,” Richards said. “It’s a Ball State (5-0) dropped a 4-3 decision at home to big factor, but I’ve said for a long time that I think we weekend, where it will play in a at No. 3 singles, and Poulos at No. 4 The main focus of many of teams double-header. Ball State will face singles. will be to achieve NCAA qualifying the Spartans last year and the Cardinals have a chance have good depth on this team and other people who to avenge that loss, and continue their rise in the can potentially step in there. Drake at 2 p.m. today and Iowa Miller and Shores are scheduled marks. Sprecher said his goal is to State at noon on Saturday. as the teams No. 5 and 6 players. achieve marks that will raise Ball national rankings. After opening the season ranked “It probably is going to come down to a decision 75th in the nation, the Cards have jumped up to No. more on his part as to how effective he thinks he’ll be. The Cardinals are confident and Team members are concerned State’s position in the MAC hopes are high in plotting to defeat about the difficulty of the season’s Championships. 44 after key wins over No. 34 Vanderbilt, No. 55 He’s going to have to be honest with me. I know he’d Purdue and No. 74 Northwestern. be happy to go out and play through the pain, but if Drake and Iowa State. lineup. Yet, with the team’s previ- Sprecher also wants the Cards to Last season the Cards regis- ous success, the Cardinals’ hopes use this meet as an opportunity to “To get up to the top 50 is something we strive you can’t play effectively, there’s no point in playing.” for,” Richards said. “Rankings vary so much from With their fast start combined with the Spartans’ tered a 2-0 record after leaving are high in conquering Iowa. compare themselves to other athletes. Iowa. They beat Iowa State 5-4 and “This meet will provide a nice sport to sport. There’s 275 Division I men’s tennis sluggish opening, the Cards are favored with or with- programs. To be No. 44 out of that number is, for us, out Seni, a situation that rarely occurs when facing a Drake 6-3. opportunity for our better athletes to In doubles action against see some of the top athletes in the a pretty good accomplishment, but again it’s not Big Ten opponent. something we’re dwelling on. We’re a lot more con- “In one sense we really shouldn’t be the favorite Drake, junior Darcy Poulos will country,” he said. team up with junior Libby The first-year head coach has cerned about Michigan State right now than what our against any Big Ten team with all the advantages ranking is.” those programs have,” Richards said. “But now that Gerding as the team’s No. 1 mentioned numerous times that mini- team. Both are two-year letter mizing team mistakes will enhance What Michigan State brings to the table is a veter- we are the favorite we have to accept that but not real- an team led by four seniors. The Spartans, however, ly play the match thinking that you’re the underdog or winners. overall performances. Sprecher says The team’s No. 2 players are his team is close to doing so. are struggling due in large part to the injury of senior the favorite. Francisco Trinidad who will be out through at least “All we can do is control ourselves and all we’ve junior Gena Tranquada and 1/2 “We are starting to look sharper junior Kindal Shores. Shores has with BSU ID and predicting one particular athlete’s Spring Break with a broken hand. Because the talked about is continuing to do the things that have OFF or this ad Spartans have struggled, they’ve fallen to No. 74 in the made us successful early in the year; coming to prac- compiled a 13 -4 doubles record. performance is really hit or miss,” he Shores has an ongoing wrist “Over 25 Years Of Experience” national rankings. tice to work hard everyday and continuing to talk • Palmistry Reading • Tarot Card Reading said. “In general, we are reducing mis- injury that may cause difficulty takes, but we are not perfect nor will “Just because we’re ranked higher and they’ve about the two words that we’ve talked about all year: • Crystal Reading • Available For Gatherings taken a couple losses, we’re confident, but we sure toughness and belief.” during her matches. • Chakra Reading we ever be.” Ball State’s No. 3 doubles ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED The Invitational will run heats and READINGS BY PHONE finals on both Friday and Saturday to 606 W. 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“The Beach” with the inhumanity of modern “Snow Day” “The Tigger Movie” ludicrous, Tigger takes a journey MOVIES Director: Danny Boyle technology, embarks on an exotic Starring: Chevy Chase, Mark Premise: Winnie the Pooh and his through the woods to find a family Scheduled for release Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, adventure to find a legendary tropi- Webber and Zena Grey friends in the Hundred Acre Wood to call his own. Tilda Swinton and Virginie Ledoyen cal paradise outside of Thailand. Premise: A group of school-dread- all encourage the Tigger to find February 11. Premise: Richard (DiCaprio), an Instead, he stumbles on the disturb- ing kids hijack a plow during a other “tiggers” to frolic and play American backpacker disgruntled ing secrets of the island. snow day to ensure another one. with. First dismissing the idea as

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND DANCE PERFORMANCE A cappella group will LaCasse’s achievements honored sing variety of styles Out of six shows chosen by enced tremendous growth. When he became department chair in 1985, he choir’s director for the past 10 years, ACTF, three from Ball State estimated a total of 60 theater St. Olaf Choir will Armstrong upholds the qualities majors. The figure as of now has perform at 8 p.m. Saturday established by the nationally made it to Midwest regionals. increased to roughly 200, attracting acclaimed choir. Armstrong is fre- students from Vermont to at Emens Auditorium quently a guest conductor and lec- Washington and everywhere in BY R OBERT L OPEZ turer throughout North America and between. STAFF REPORTER the Caribbean. For the past 20 years “I think we have become recog- BY J ENNIFER S TREIT he has been associated with the nized as the foremost undergraduate STAFF REPORTER For the past 15 years Don American Boychoir School in program in Indiana,” LaCasse said, LaCasse has successfully managed Seventy-five voices will become Princeton, N.J. “We’ve become the program of choice Ball State’s Department of Theatre one and slowly fill the silent air in Armstrong has continued the for some of the most talented people and Dance. In recognition, he recently the Emens Auditorium Saturday choral tradition that originated in the Midwest.” received the Kennedy Center night. under the direction of F. Melius Fellow faculty members also American College Theatre Festival The St. Olaf Choir from Christiansen. He first took his choir appreciate having LaCasse on their Gold Medallion from the organiza- Northfield, Minn., will be performing on tour in 1920. The St. Olaf Choir team. tion’s regional chapter for many Feb. 12 at 8 p.m. This concert is one performed in the eastern United “The department has benefitted years of service and dedication to the of many the choir has included as States, setting a standard for music greatly from Don LaCasse,” said asso- performing arts. part of its annual tour across the that is unaccompanied. After this ciate professor Beth Turcotte who co- LaCasse who received the honor United States. first tour and performances, the directed festival entries “Jesus Christ at this year’s festival on Jan. 9 in This internationally acclaimed choir was determined to uphold its Superstar” and “Cabaret” with him. Milwaukee said he felt honored to be college choir has set the standard for standard and be a forefront for “It’s gone from zero to a 100 mph. held in the same high esteem as past a cappella singing nationwide and choral ensembles everywhere. When Don came on board, the pro- recipients of the award. has been credited with starting a tra- The choir has been honored by gram took off in a whole new profes- “It’s been very nice to be in the dition of performances across the being the only college group invited sional direction.” company of such people because United States. to participate in the Strasbourg Over the years, LaCasse has been they’ve done a great deal to shape the The concert will include a Festival held in France. In 1998 the involved with many aspects of the- ACTF,” he commented. diverse mix of music with influences ensemble was one of five choirs in ater, but he said his real interests are During his 27 years of participa- from countries all around the world. the world invited to participate in the in directing and teaching. tion with the ACTF, LaCasse has The choir will also perform 16th cen- Olympic Arts Festival in Seoul, South “I’ve been very fortunate in that I served on the organization’s execu- tury pieces and modern American Korea. get to do two things I really like,” he tive committee. He also directed six music to the hymn tunes of the St. Olaf College is a liberal arts said. “I get to direct, which is the cre- shows — including three from Ball Lutheran tradition. institution of the Evangelical ative side of me and I very much State — that made it into the regional Members will perform new com- Lutheran Church of America. enjoy teaching. We have some won- festival. positions from young contemporary Tickets are on sale at Emens Box derful students, and it’s very fulfilling LaCasse stated that the entry composers. The St. Olaf’s perfor- Office and all Ticketmaster outlets. to watch them go through the pro- process for the festival is very com- mance will include a mix of late cen- Prices are $18, $15 and $12 for gram and go on and work in the pro- petitive. Shows from around the area tury styles of music along with the adults, and $15, $12, and $9 for Ball fession.” are initially adjudicated by two mem- compositions of today. State students and those under 18. In addition to serving as depart- bers of the executive committee, who The 75-member vocal ensemble The Emens Box Office is open from ment chair, LaCasse also teaches then meet with other members for a will be directed by Anton Armstrong, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and directing and Freshman Experience, weekend in December to make a deci- a former member of the choir. As the one hour before the concert. sion. Out of about 40, candidates the which is a one credit-hour course to committee usually selects six for the better acquaint freshman theater festival. This year half of those cho- majors with the program. Students sen were from Ball State. seem to enjoy his instruction and Show’s receiving top honors at find his classes to be a valuable expe- Corner of each of the eight regional festivals rience. Jackson and Martin held around the country are invited “I think he’s an excellent profes- 282-2542 to perform at the John F. Kennedy sor,” said freshman Christopher PHOTO COURTESY OF PHOTO SERVICES

Center for the Performing Arts in Bush, who was enrolled in LaCasse’s s rr TM Don LaCasse recently received the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Open Washington D.C. in early May. class last semester. “He’s very clear Gold Medallion for his many years of service and dedication to performing arts. LaCasse 7 a.m - 12:30 a.m. Mon. - Thurs. LaCasse traces his love for the- with what he says, and very dedicated 7 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. Fri. and Sat. ater back to his freshman year of to students needs.” has been chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance for 15 years and is currently co- high school when a friend talked him LaCasse’s current project is co- directing “Three Penny Opera” with associate professor Beth Turcotte. Prices good thru 2/12/00 into attending a drama club meeting directing “Three Penny Opera” with and then got him involved in a show. Turcotte. The show, now in rehearsal, After graduating, he attended Boston will premiere on Feb. 24 at Strother HERE WE ARE University to study music. Halfway Theatre. ALLMOVIESONSALE! through his freshman year, however, Turcotte is pleased to work with FRIENDLY PACKAGE LIQUORS he decided his real passion was to LaCasse once again. $ become a theater director. At the “He has a consistency, a kindness 6 Each* beginning of his sophomore year, and an ability to communicate which LaCasse transferred to the University is masterful,” she said. “He’s a won- 9 DAYS ONLY - February 11th thru 19th of Connecticut where he earned a derful colleague and a great Comedy -Drama - Horror -Sci Fi - more bachelor’s degree in fine arts. collaborator.” *Adult and DVD movies regular price After receiving his Ph.D. in direct- According to LaCasse, the the- ing from Michigan State University in ater’s greatest challenge is also its 1973, he joined the University of greatest strength: it forces people to Three Blind Mice Expanded Universe Illinois faculty. During his 12-year think. New Location: 519 N. Martin

TM Between University & Riverside teaching tenure in Illinois, LaCasse “Contrary to much of what is s rr became involved in the ACTF by seen in film and television, theater Open Daily 11 a.m to 9 p.m., Sun. 1-7 • Phone 284-6518 entering three productions into the makes people work a little bit; to use festival. He also co-founded and their imagination,” he said. “It’s very worked as the general manager of the hard to get the theater to work that Illinois Shakespeare Festival. way all the time, but it is very exciting Under LaCasse’s leadership, Ball to see a production have an impact We Don’t Have A Sign Yet! State’s theater program has experi- on the audience.” But We Have GREAT Prices! Saturday, February 12, 2000 @ Leader Bingo 4833 N. Wheeling Ave. Muncie, IN L K At This Week’s Specials Doors open at 5:30 p.m./ Fights start at 7:00p.m.

Boxing/Kickboxing Pyramid Beers Seagrams Wine Featuring Ball State’s Kristy Follmer • Pale Ale Coolers Beautiful Girls • Apricot Ale All flavors Beer & Wine • Hefeweizen • Black Lighting on All 56 Lanes! Security provided by $ 99 $ 99 Pins & Balls Too! Muncie Police Department ONLY 5 6 btls. 2for 54 pack • Fog Machines, Laser Lighting & Other Special Effects! Tickets available @ (765) 284-6162 Ringside seats $20 each . General Admission $10 in advance . $12 at the door Australia’s Abita Golden YOU WON’T BELIEVE YOUR Lindemans or EYES...OR EARS! YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC PLAYS White Grenache Brecken Ridge ON MUNCIE’s ONLY • Autumn Ale “ARENA SOUND SYSTEM”! WCRD Campus $ 99 • Wheat ONLY $10 FOR BOWLING & SHOES $ 99 FOR ENTIRE 2-HOUR PARTY 4805 N. WHEELING • 289-4161 2for 5750ML Blood Drive 5 6 btls. Valentine’s Special 10% OFF all Sparkling Wines Monday, February 14 Jack Daniels Case of 16oz. cans 9:00 am - 4:00 pm • Bud Light Black nd • Coors Light BC 2 Floor • Miller Lite • Budweiser 750 ML Your $ $ donation 13.49 13.49 can help Cuervo Gold Bacardi Rum 1.75 Liter 750ML Seagrams Gin save a life! 1.75 Liter Dark Eyes 80 In support of 1.75 Liter Ball Memorial Hospital Blood Bank $12.99 $13.99 747-3219 We reserve the right to limit quantities FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2000 THE BALL STATE DAILY NEWS PAGE 7 CLASSIFIEDS

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Help Wanted Subleasers Apts. for Rent Houses for Rent Houses for Rent Notices $Fast Cash$ Up to $50/hr. paid for 1-3 subleasers needed in village. Beautiful 2 bdrm. apt. on Dicks. * 1 bedroom. 1 block from campus. 601 N. Dicks avail. May 16 1 yr. lse. ACW ACW ACW ACW ACW ACW amateur models. Must be 18 with Avail. now and/or summer. 286- W/D hook up, heat incl., $240/per $450/ month, includes heat & water. 4 bdrm. carpet off st. prkg. $900 mo. valid I.D. Call 747-0494 for details. 3991. Rent negotiable. Help! person, Aug. lease. Call 288-3404. No pets. Call 288-3388. not utils. Call 759-7324 after 6 p.m. The women of 100 Instructors needed! Co-ed 3 subleasers needed. May to Big 3 bdrm., 3 blks. from campus, * 2 bedroom. 1 block from campus, 820 W. North, avail. Aug., 1 yr. lse., Alpha Chi Omega sleep away camp. Pocono Mts. PA. Aug., 2001 W. Jackson. W/D, utils. included, D/W, W/D, May-May $325 each, heat & water included. 4 bdrm., carpet, off street pk. $700 would like to congratulate their Good salary. 1-800-422-9842. $250/mo. includes utils. 287-9404. lease. Call 288-7869. No pets. Call 288-3388. mo., no utils. 759-7324 after 6 p.m. fellow sisters who made the DeanÕs List! 2000 Expansion. 5-30 hrs. Work BSU apartments, large 2 & 3 bed- *1701, 1703 N. Reserve. 5 bdrm. 928 Neely. 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car around classes. PT/work-FT/Pay. Rooms for Rent room, close to campus and VP, no hses. 2 ba. w/2 sinks, Large closets, garage, new furnace. A/C, W/D, just Emily Beck pets, 749-3210 or 284-6718 ask for study rm., deck, W/D, A/C, D/W. remodeled. $240/month per person. Secure Summer position. Call for 2 bedrooms for rent in a 4 bed- Andrea Bednar information 289-7345. Bob. Pool, Paid utils., less elec. $1500. (317) 577-2364. Amy Betzner room, 2 bath house. W/D, A/C, prkg. May/Aug. leases. Call 747-0301. Assistant track coach needed. Ex- $250 + utilities. Call 289-3745. BSU area. Martin & Dicks St. 2 Aug. to Aug. lease. Nice 4 bed- Julie Cassidy pertise in field events & sprints. Ap- bdrm. Aug. lse. No pets. Call 289- *4 bdrm. house, 2 bath, 1108 room, 2 story house. W/D & bsmt. Shelley Catrino Plush Rooms, college area, all 6732 leave message. Marsh St., Aug.-Aug., $250/person $1000/mo. + utilities. 501 Alameda. Katie Crites ply to Steve Reed at Delta High utils. pd., lounges and kitchen area, School. Call 288-5597 for more. + utils. W/D, A/C, D/W, off st. prkg., Call 741-9812, leave message. Alexis Dangler C/A and gas heat. HBO. 282-3135 . BSU Village no smoking, can be seen anytime. Alison Findley Call 747-5696. Best Houses on campus! Air Con- Amanda Helchelbech Bar-Tel Apartments ditioning, W/D, furnished / unfurnish- Kelly Huber Apts. for Rent *5 bdrm., 827 W. Riverside. A/C, CAMP COUNSELORS ed, micro. Many extras! 286-5216. Christy Kennedy NEW YORK 1 bdrm. in Village, 1 block from Walk to Campus $1200/mo., utilities included. No pets. Off street parking. 287-0654. Convenient location! Walking dis- Pam Lickfelt campus, utilities included, A/C, W/D, Studio Apartments tance from campus. 1415 W. Jack- Erin Mullarkey May-May lease. Call 288-7869. $275/month 1 bedroom house for rent. son. 4 bdrm., 2 bath, new carpet. Jenny Murto Co-ed Trim down-Fitness 1 bdrm. studio in village, Aug. lse. $235/mo. + utils., 1104 N. Elm St. May lease. $235/month each + utils. Megan Pendley Camp located in the Catskill Hurry! Avail. March 1st. Call 215-6383. Call 288-8518. Emily Rignall Mountains of NY. 120 posi- House for 2, close to campus with May lease. Call 286-2060. Call 285-1091 Lynn Robinett after 5:00 p.m. 1128 W. Marsh. 6 bdrm., 2 ba., Cozy 2 bdrm. near BMH & BSU. tions. On campus interviews. W/D, C/A, gas, heat, nice decks, off Gas forced air with C/A. $575 mo. Amy Stasburger Call Emily (765) 284-1792 or 1 bdrm. walking distance. August Adrienne Titus lease, $400-450/mo. includes heat, st. prkg. $250/ person. Aug.-Aug. Avail. 3/1. 2125 W. Main St. Call Camp Shane (914) 271-4141, BSU, Very Nice. 3 bdrm., 2 bath Call 288-0074 or 288-6507. 284-4287. Sara Vogel Web: www.campshane.com. water, & sewage. Call 288-6561. condo. Close to campus. All appl. Chris Wanemacher 1 bedroom apartment for rent. Util- including D/W, W/D. $885 + deposit. 1703 W. Adams, 2 or 3 bedroom, DonÕt mind sharing a room? Supe- ities furnished. Call 747-0265. Call Mike 289-7617. available May. Call 282-8606. rior 2 bedroom house. Lots of clos- ACW ACW ACW ACW ACW ACW 1916 W. Jackson very nice 3 lg. ets, large rooms. Living room, com- Club Olympus now accepting ap- 1 bedroom apartments. Close to Cardinal Corner, Wayne & Linden, puter room, A/C, garage, all utilities BSU, no pets, some utilities, furnish- 3 bedroom, 2 full baths, W/D, D/W. bdrm. off St. prkg. $240/ person + Natural herbal breast enlargement plications. (Positions avail. Bartend- gas & elec. No pets. Call 288-7593. included Walking distance.$900/mo. er, bouncers, valet attendants, door- ed. May & June leases. 286-0371. Available now or August to August. August lease. Call 741-8102. safe effective affordable www.figure- Call 282-5207. 2, 3, 4 & 5 bdrm. houses. May plus.com 1-888-603-9800. man & cocktail servers.) Apply in 1 bedroom apts. 1/2 block from Excellent 5-6 bdrm. homes. Central person at 401 S. High St. Horizon campus, off st. prkg. Avail. May & Cardinal Villa 3 bdrm., 2 bath, W/D. lease. Campus location. W/D. For more information call 215-3184. Air, parking, Utils. paid. Aug. lease Center. Apply now! Doors opening Aug. (765) 874-1114 or 748-2364. Avail. Aug. 2000. Call 888-988-4000 $1450. Call 288-2355. soon. Exp. pref. Not necessary. pin 3798. Party 4 Life 1 bedroom, $225/month. May and 2000-01 school yr., 1-2 bedroom, fully carpeted, new kitchen, bath. For lease: 3 bdrm. hse., 201 N. Benefiting Heart 2 Heart Dental office has part time position August. Call 288-7869. Clean 2 bdrm. Avail. May 15. Up- Dicks St. $225/person + utilities. open. We offer competitive wages stairs, off st. prkg., walking distance. 1400 N. Wheeling. Call 747-0076. 1 block from BSU. Very nice, 1 Available August. Call 288-7689. and benefits. If interested please Also, 2 bdrm avail Aug. all utils. incl. 2000-01 school yr., 3 bedroom, Tuesday 2/15 6:30 p.m. contact 747-9611. bedroom, A/C, parking, no pets, 1 Also, a single avail. August. Call Great location 223 S. McKinley, 1 year lease, starts August, $375 + W/D, fully carpeted, walk in closets. Free Food RB 104 284-2867 for Judy. 508 Alameda. Call 747-0076. blk. S. of Jackson, 6 bdrm., 3 ba., 2 utilities. Call 759-9339. car garage, central heat & air, 2 full Dependable child care provider Clean, safe, spacious, 3 bedroom needed immediately in our home. 1, 2 & 4 bdrm. apts. available in 2000-01 school yr., May lse. De- kitchens, W/D. Call for more inform. above landlord in large house. Great luxe 4 bdrm., new kitchen, ba, W/D, 759-9067 or after 6 p.m. 289-9067. Services Prefer someone w/ early childhood June & August of 2000. Close to location, $750, utilities included. Au- development or elementary educa- campus. Stoves & refrig. furnished. A/C, fully carpeted, walk in closets. Afraid you are pregnant? Free PG gust lease. Call 741-8102. 1117 N. Wheeling. Call 747-0076. House for rent, 3 rooms. $195 tion background. Must be available No pets. To inquire call 759-9308. each. 204 N. Martin. Available now. test. Confidential, non-judgemental. for summer. Send resume & cover Close to campus. Nice, clean, 2, 3 221 S. Martin Street, 5 bedroom, 2 Call 288-9448 or 282-9292. Birthright 289-LOVE. T,Th., & Sat. letter to: Child care Position 3600 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms Available now. & 4 bedroom, new windows, park- No pets. Call 741-8776. bath, 2 kitchens, W/D, August-Au- N. Commerce Dr., Muncie IN, ing, 1 year lease. No pets, $210- gust lease. Call 282-8606. Huge historic 2 story duplex w/ ga- Furniture 47303. 1-2 & 1-3 bedroom apartment. 1-6 $250/person + utils. Call 759-9339. rage, hardwood floors, W/D, sun blocks from BSU. Most utilities paid. 2300 N. Glenwood. 3 bedroom, room, 2, 3, or 4 bdrm., each side Mattress set & frame full size. New, General Truck Sales is looking for Deluxe 1 bdrm. apartments, close $750/month. Off street parking. Call $215 - 249 each.Exceptionally nice 3 No pets. Call 289-3971. to campus, exceptionally nice, start- still in plastic. $190. 1-800-823-6411 p/t workers to wash trucks & do 284-5760. bdrm., hardwood floors, garage, (local call). property maintenance. $6/hr. 4300 1520 W. Ashland Ave., avail. Aug., ing at $385/month. Call 286-2806. W/D, A/C, nice neighbors. $265 N. Broadway, Muncie. Call Doug 1 yr. lease, 2 units. off st. prkg. $300 3 bdrm. 1 1/2 blk. from campus each. Call 747-8602. Efficiency apartment. 1104 W. 1312 W. Marsh. W/D, Aug.-Aug. Automotive Ireland for appt. to interview 289- mo., no utils. 759-7324 after 6 p.m. Ashland. Utilities paid. Available 4481. lease. (317) 392-3153. Lease for the 2000-2001 school 2 bdrm. near BMH/BSU. $500/ mo. June 1. Call 286-3917. Cars from $29/mo. Police im- 3 bdrm. 1308 Abbott $900 + utils. year, furn., 3 bdrm. condo., C/A, pounds/tax repos. Listings/payment Get Published! Get Paid! WWW. + deposit & ref. Stove, refrig. & utils. For lease: 4 bdrm. apt., 102 W/D, D/W, 2 bath, handicap acces- MAINCAMPUS.COM seeks stu- included. No pets. HHH 282-3784. McKinley. $225/person + utilities. May-May lease. W/D, A/C. Call 751- details call (800)319-3323 ext. 4567. 7110 or 759-7801 after 5:00 p.m. sible, $800 + utils., 10 month lease. dents for stories ranging from 2 bdrm., 1 bath. Very nice. 2 blks. Available in May. Call 288-7689. Call (219) 489-4069. For Sale Politics-Sex-Culture-Opinions. $25 from campus on McKinley. $695/mo. Homestead Oakwood Manor 3 bdrm. 323 Dicks, $275/person; 4 per story! E-mail us at: earn@main Avail. May. Call 287-0269. Apartments. 1 & 2 bdrm. apt., large bdrm., 311 Meeks, $800/mo. all + Lrg. 4 bdrm. 601 Queens St. Grt. campus.com utils. No pets, May-May. (765) 369- 155ÕÕ Crazy Banana Snowboard. efficiency, heat, furn., sec. doors, location W/D, A/C. 4/$250 person. 1995 model, immaculate condition! 2 bedroom apartment, 811 W. 2986, call evenings. No pets Aug.-Aug. lease. 286-0371. Have a cold? N/S sedentary stu- Main Street, $400/month, all utilities heated garage, elevator, pool, near Includes bindings, $200 obo. 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Great salaries and perks. $185-$300 mo. each Aug.-Aug. no pets. $475/mo. Call Cathy 287- to BSU, no pets, lease, avail. sum- Nice large 4 bdrm. house. Fenced Plenty of free time. Internships avail- lease. 2 are avail June 1. 288-3100. 8279 from 9-5 Mon.-Fri. mer and fall. Call 289-8073. in backyard, fireplace, 2 bath, off *111! Spring Break Bahamas Party able for many majors. On-campus street parking, Aug.-Aug. $220 each Cruise! 5 nights $279! Includes interviews on 2/18. Call 800-869- 4 bdrms. 2712 N. Reserve. 2 baths, Nice 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. 3/houses 4 bedroom., 2 bath, W/D + utils. Call 749-4688 or 768-1928. meals & free parties! Awesome 6083 between 9 and 5 eastern time W/D, C/A, deluxe kitchen, vaulted A/C,utilities included. Off-street prkg. near BSU. $250/student. Call 288- Now Leasing for 2000-01 beaches, nightlife! Departs Florida! on weekdays for application, bro- ceilings, nice decks, off-street park- Easy walk to BSU campus. No pets. 6060. Cancun & Jamaica $399! spring- ing. Aug.-Aug. lease. $1100/mo. Call 358-4924 or 744-4649. School Year! breaktravel.com. 1-800-678-6386. chure & information. 315 N. Calvert, 5 lrg. bdrms., 2 ba., 288-0074 or 288-6507. Nice 2, 3 & 4 bdrm., A/C, laundry Internet Users Wanted! $350-$800 W/D, off st. prkg., no pets, Aug. lse., Spring Break Panama City, Dayto- 607 N. Dill. August. 1 bdrm. facility, low utils., Aug. leases, 1024 $200/person for 5. Call 288-3100. 3-6 bedroom houses weekly.www.earnextracash.com. 2 bedroom apartments na Beach, South Padre Island. Best Range, refrig., A/C, off St. parking. W. Bethel. Call 747-1160. oceanfront hotels & condos. Lowest $420/mo. Call 289-9666. 4 bdrm. corner of Calvert & Main Outbound telemarketing. $7 per Nice large 3 or 4 bedroom apt. 1801 Main $1100 + utils. May-May prices guaranteed! (800) 985-6789. hr. base + commission. P/T, F/T, 801 W. North St., 1 bdrm. apt., $625 total, some utils. incl. Available lse.W/D, A/C 751-7110 or 759-7801. www.breakerstravel.com Day/Nights. $150 sign on. Daleville Feb.-May or July lease, 1 blk. south in June. Call 749-9688 or 768-1928. Call Franklin Rentals location. Call (765) 378-2700. 4 bdrm. hse. for rent. Avail. Aug. for more details Spring Break 2000. Panama City of V.P. & White Spot. $300/moin- Nice, 2 bedroom, utils., & cable cludes utilities. Call 759-8397. 1st, 1019 N. Linden. For more infor- 759-9067 or 289-9067 Beach Florida from $149/person. Play Sports! Have fun! Save Mon- incl., No pets, off st. prkg., May-May mation call 286-3917 or 730-0475. Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort, lease, $600/mo., 1004 W. North. ey! Boys sports camp Maine. Open Houses. 106 N. McKinley the ÒFun PlaceÓ! Home of the worldÕs NOW LEASING FOR 2000-2001 Day 286-8534, evening 286-8502. 4 bdrm., 824 Beechwood, W/D, longest keg party. Drink draft beer Counselors to coach: baseball, ten- D/W, C/A, 2 baths, car port, 1 block Apt. D. Sat. 2/12 & Sun. 2/13 both nis, b-ball, hockey, water-sports, CJB ENTERPRISES Normandy Apartments College days from 1-3 p.m. 2604 N. Oak- all week long. Tiki beach bar. Enter- from SAE. Call 286-1943. tainment by Boogie Inc. Bikini con- ropes, biking, golf and more. Work ✰ 2 & 3 Bedroom Student Apartments ✰ area, Special rates. furn./unfurn. wood. Wed. 2/9 6:00-7:30 p.m. Sat. outdoors, have a great summer. Call apts. C/A, gas heat. By appt. 282- 4 bedroom, 2 bath, large 2 story 2/12 & Sun. 2/13 1-3 p.m. Call for tests, male hard body contests. 3 free: (888) 844-8080 or apply online: 3135. house with W/D. May lease. more info. 759-9067 or 289-9067. pools, lazy river ride, water slide, www.campcedar.com. Autumn Breeze • 3BR $900/mo. + utilities. Call 286-5635 huge beachfront hot tub, mini-golf, Now leasing The Orchard Apts. Recently available 4 bedroom, 2 gift shop. Suites up to 10 people. 1- Telephone work evening hours. Cardinal Villa • 2BR Free heat. 1, 2 & 3 bdrms. On-site 4 bedroom, 2 bath, W/D hookup. full baths, located on Rex Street, 800-488-8828. www.sandpiperbea- Start immediately. Call 759-5490 laundry facilities. 24-hr. mainte- May lease. $840 + utilities, 524 Ala- May-May lease. Call 354-9786. con.com. and leave message. Linden Place • 3BR nance. Pets accepted. One month meda. Call 289-4244. free rent! Call 282-6663. Very Nice 3 bedroom house. 1 **111! Spring Break Panama City 4 bedroom, 2 full ba. May-May block from campus. Air Condition- Silvertree • 2BR&3BR lease. Ample prkg. Extremely nice $129! Boardwalk room with kitchen Roommates Wanted Small 2 bdrm. w/ waterbeds. Near ing, W/D. No Pets. Call 289-2803. near clubs! 7 Parties - Free Drinks! Tally & Jackson, $420/mo. includes home located on Neely. 354-9786. 3 guys seeking extra rmmte. due to Sunreach • 3BR Walk to BSU. Nice 3 bdrm. hses., Daytona $149! South Beach $159! water & sewage, August lease. Call 4 bedroom, 828 W. Beechwood, Cocoa Beach $179! springbreaktra- student leaving. Close to campus. 288-6561. lse. starts Spring or Fall. $690/mo. + Rent negotiable. (317) 596-8880. Windsong • 3BR W/D, D/W, 2 baths, 1 block from utils., no pets. Call 281-0709 evens. vel.com. 1-800-678-6386. Student condo for rent, 3 bdrm. SAE. Call 286-1943. Roommate needed for 2000-01 Walk to campus. Large, clean, 6 Pager (765)622-5497. Phone (765) 4 bedroom. 1224 Neely, corner of school year. $340/month in Martin 779-4887. bdrm., 3 bath house. New carpet, Miscellaneous Square Apts. 281-9038. ¨ CALL TODAY! 288-9999 New York and Neely. $1100 + utils. appl., W/D, A/C, parking, avail. now Terrific 3 bdrm. Townhouse at May - May, W/D. Call 751-7110 or or May, 1 year lease, no pets, $225- Garage for Rent. 2 blocks from Seeking 2 fe. to share a 4 bdrm., 2 www.CJBLeasing.com 1101 W. Rex. Off St. prkg., 759-7801, after 5:00 p.m. $250/person + utils. Call 759-9339. Student Center. $50 a month. Call ba. hse. W/D, D/W, A/C, off St. 759-0157. M-F 8 am-9 pm,Wknd 10 am-9 pm $195/each, Aug. lse. Call 288-3404. 4 bedroom., May-May, 1004 Re- parking, front porch swing. Aug.- Very nice 1 bdrm. apartment avail. serve, $220/person + utilities, W/D Personal Aug. lse. $250/person + utils. 1108 Apartment walking distance to hook up, 2 bath, off street prkg., no NEED EXPERIENCE (and money?) Marsh St. No smoking. Can be May. Close to BSU, no pets, 410 N. Join fast, fun and growing company BSU. Off street parking. May lease. McKinley. Call 284-8954. pets. After 5:30 p.m. 768-6485. Attractive, party-loving 20-some- seen anytime. Call 287-8532. Call 289-0749. thing already dating energetic mov- as your campus representative. Very nice, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, C/A, 5 bdrm. houses large rooms, free ie buff. HowÕd they meet? Turns out Flexible hours, responsibilities and Subleasers Aug. 1 bdrms. 1608 N. Wheeling, May lease, 1504 N. Wheeling. Call W/D, C/A, off street parking. May- sheÕs his friends cousin. Sixdegrees competitive pay. No experience 713 N. Wheeling & 1100 W. Bethel. 747-1160. May or Aug.-Aug. lease. 282-6265. showed them the connections, needed. Visit www.mybytes.com 1 bedroom, 805 Riverside. May - Pets okay. Call 747-1160. www.sixdegrees.com. /StudentRep for more information Village area, upstairs 1 bdrm. apt., 5 bdrm., 1312 Abbott, May-May and to fill out an application. Aug. or May - May lease. $300 util- August, 3 bedroom, 525 N. Wheel- $350/mo., utils. incl. Avail. July 1. lease, W/D, A/C, $250/person, Call ities paid. Call 749-0477. ing & 1504 N. Wheeling. 747-1160. 751-7110 or 759-7801 after 5 p.m. Join income-sharing community Call 288-8518 having and raising intelligent chil- Score big, score often with my- 1 female subleaser needed for May Avail. 3/1, nice 1 bdrm. 1 mile to Walk to campus, 2 bdrm., off st. 5 bedroom house, May lease, W/D, dren. Near Big #10 campus. 1-800- bytes.com. Register today and get a to August. Furnished apt. with A/C & campus. Large closets, laundry, no prkg., 1125 Rex St. $425/month + D/W, well maintained, off street 498-7781. www.childrenforthefuture. free CD of cool music and much pool. Call 287-0514. pets. $400 utils. paid. Call 284-4287. low utils. A/C. Call 286-4592. parking. Call 747-1170. org more. PAGE 8 THE BALL STATE DAILY NEWS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2000 LIFESTYLES

PERFORMANCE ‘Weird Al’ delights fans DN REVIEW ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic A+ Emens Auditorium

BY C HRIS P USTELNIK STAFF REPORTER

A breath of fresh air finally came into Emen’s Auditorium last night, and his name was “Al.” After a mediocre comedy act opened the night, “Weird Al” Yankovic hit the stage. Accompanied by band members Jim West, Steve Jay, Jon Schwartz and Ruben Valtierra, Yankovic went through a blisteringly intense perfor- mance with multiple costume BY KEITH CARSON, CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER changes, video accompaniment and several medleys which covered his With an energetic show, “Weird Al” Yankovic performed in front of a full house. The musical career of over a decade. audience ranged from adolescents to senior citizens. Yankovic did a variety of his songs, From the opening song, “Gump,” from his classics to his more recent hits. Yankovic infused the auditorium with a new life and the place was player for ruining his serious “Smells Like Nirvana” and the Devo- packed from wall to wall with lounge-singer act, complete with esque original, “Dare to Be Stupid.” “Al”coholics singing along word for leisure jacket, Yankovic went into The Concert ended with an word through the entire two-hour the front row area and serenaded encore featuring his two Star Wars- concert. several screaming, young women. themed parodies — “Yoda,” a paro- The biggest responses came “I like doing ‘One More Minute’ dy of “Lola” by The Kinks, and his from the Michael Jackson parodies, because I like going out into the most recent radio hit, “The Saga “Eat It” and “Fat.” Yankovic wore the audience and giving out scarves to Begins,” a parody of Don McLeane’s pre-reconstructive Jackson red, people ... I love performing live,” “American Pie.” leather zipper jacket and a portly Yankovic said. “I love to do ‘The Saga Begins.’ black leather costume respectively. A nice touch was the video It’s great to hear the audience Yankovic showed not only could he screen which entertained the audi- singing along,” Yankovic said. parody songs, but his dancing was ence with spoofs, videos and In a musical world seemingly as close to Michael as one can get to excerpts from many of Yankovic’s drowning in posturing rock stars, a the King of Pop. earlier videos, interviews and mis- minimalist, “less-is-more” attitude Another great moment was chievous antics. and press avoidance, Yankovic when Yankovic sang his love ballad, Other Yankovic tunes which reminded everyone there tonight “One More Minute.” After a skit kept the audience on their feet were what rock ‘n’ roll and comedy are all where he gunned down his keyboard “The NIght Santa Went Crazy,” about — fun.

‘BRIDGES WITH SPIRIT’ Writer recalls Muncie experience DN REVIEW ‘Bridges with Spirit’ B+ by Adam Voith Published by Chapelle TNI

BY A NGELA M ANGINELLI CHIEF REPORTER

“I’m not sure I ever decided to write this book,” Adam Voith, author of “Bridges with Spirit,” said. “I was writing, and everything seemed to hold together somehow. I always thought of it under that title, but wasn’t sure how it would end up working out as an entire piece. It wasn’t until about two-thirds of the

way through that I was certain it PHOTO COURTESY OF ADAM VOITH would work as a book.” It is a good thing that Voith did Former Ball State student Adam Voith recounts time in Muncie and Bloomington. He come to the revelation that a book combines different writing styles, including poetry and script, into one tome. was in order. “Bridges with Spirit,” is a fast-paced, heartwarming tale the reader gets into it. Following his time at Ball State, based on Voith’s real-life experience Voith said he didn’t make a com- Voith transferred to Indiana venturing through the collegiate halls pletely conscious decision to present University and graduated with a of learning and life. the chapters in different formats. degree in English and journalism. Voith said the title came from his “A lot of the stuff in the book Voith said that his Ball State arrival to California after attending actually happened in one way or experience was much like his time Ball State and Indiana universities. another. When they’d happen, I’d spent in California. “The first thing that grabbed my remember them in certain ways and “The book gives Ball State a pret- attention when I visited San I wrote the chapters in the ways that ty hard time,” he said. “It wasn’t the Francisco and Oakland was the Bay best complimented my memory and best of years. But the experience in Bridge,” he said. “It’s beautiful on the made the stories interesting beyond California has some very strange San Francisco side, then you go the sometimes (un)events in them.” similarities, so in that regard, there’s through Treasure Island, and you’re Some of the events — or a lot about Ball State there.” on the Oakland side and it’s all unevents as Voith calls them — Other chapters of note include clunky and rundown.” include everyday things like relation- “The Kids From High School Will “Not that the book is some eco- ships with people, road trips and the Marry Their Girlfriends,” which is a nomic/social thing — it’s not. But journey about coming of age. skeptical look at high school that’s the image I have of the place. One of the most enjoyable chap- romances past high school. The image isn’t really ters in the book is titled “The Muncie The opening chapter of the economic/social either. California Year,” which revolves around the book, “George Harrison: The Beatle plays a really strange role in the experiences of Voith while he Everyone Forgets,” is a humorous book though. It’s the place that attended Ball State his freshman account of Voith’s father’s experi- becomes ‘home’ and I split just after year. ence at a Beatles’ concert and his finishing the book and moved to In the chapter Voith makes com- theory that the Fab Four had titled Seattle.” ments about the myth about the the song “Tax Man,” after his father. The presentational format for shapes of the buildings that prevail It is refreshing to see a book like the book is unusual from the typical at Ball State. He also makes refer- “Bridges with Spirit” being pub- novel style. “Bridges with Spirit” con- ence to the Village area, as it was lished. It is a realistic account of the tains “chapters” that are nothing when he attended. trials, tribulations and times that more than a poem or a script. This Voith also reminisces of his come from being in college and writing style makes the book unique- weekend trips to Columbus, Ohio being a young adult. ly enjoyable and keeps the pace fast- and the East Coast in search of Overall, “Bridges with Spirit” is moving. The book, only 150 pages in entertainment, which for him and not only a quick read, but it’s an length, can be read in one sitting if his friends, was the punk rock scene. enjoyable one too.

JIM VARNEY Star of ‘Ernest’ Valentine’s Day HEOROT movies dies at 50 is Monday!! Pub & Draught House NASHVILLE, TENN. (AP) — Jim Varney, the rubbernecked comic who portrayed his rube character ‘‘Ernest’’ 10 Different OPEN FOR LUNCH from hundreds of television commer- varieties of roses 11 A.M cials to a series of movies, died Thursday. He was 50. Holland FRIDAY Varney died of lung cancer at his home in White House, Tenn., about 20 & 12” miles north of Nashville, said his attor- One-topping Pizza ney Hoot Gibson. Exotic Flowers Varney became a cult figure in the $ 1980s in a series of regional commer- 2.00 plus tax cials, portraying Ernest P. Worrell, a We deliver WITH ANY OTHER PURCHASE know-it-all good ol’ boy whose best- known phrase was ‘‘Know-what-I- Sun. & Mon. 219 S. Walnut mean?’’ and who addressed a charac- 287-0173 ter known as ‘‘Vern.’’ His last film role was in the 1999 film ‘‘Daddy and Saturday, Them,’’ directed by Billy Bob Thornton. February 12th ‘‘Any of us who knew Jim well, Fantastic Sandwich know that the world will never exactly know what a great talent and extraor- dinary human being we have lost.’’ 289-6363 Thornton said.