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Page 1B VERGE Enrollment Tarble almost finished on the rise New construction, renovations nearing completion By Adam Dremak STAFF WRITER

The remaining construction and reno- vations of the Tarble Arts Center are once again nearing completion. A large metal fence was taken down earlier this week, representing the end By Lacey Everett of major construction at Tarble, located STAFF WRITER at Ninth Street and Cleveland Avenue. The remaining construction represents A jump in student enrollment this year has resulted the “beginning of the end” for the project in the hiring of more faculty members and a busier which began last summer, campus archi- campus. tect Steve Shrake said. Vicki Woodard, spokeswoman for Eastern, said “The fence was there to keep students enrollment was at 10,733 after the 10th day roster this and faculty away from construction,” spring. Shrake said. “Injuries are always a con- Full-time students make up 8,611 of that total, and cern so the fence was just a precaution.” 2,122 are part-time students. This is a 376 student Tarble Arts Center Director Michael increase from last spring, Woodard said. Watts said the project is currently with- Student enrollment last spring totaled at 10,357. in budget and any unexpected expenses Full-time students constituted 8,377 of that total and would be paid for from a contingency there were 1,980 students enrolled part-time, Woodard fund, as is the case with campus con- said. struction projects. During the Fall 2003 semester, there was a total of “There were very little unexpected DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY COLIN MCAULIFFE 11,522 students enrolled, an increase of 359 students costs; something always will be found, A view inside of the new Tarble Arts Center, which is set to be completed somewhere from Fall 2002 when the total was at 11,163. but in this case there was nothing between late March to late April. “We are looking toward another increase next year,” major,” Shrake said. “The entire project Woodard said. ran very smoothly.” promote the activities Tarble already pleted yet. To accommodate the increase in enrollment, aca- Since the construction is not complet- holds and allow for displays not intended The completion date is set for mid-to- demic affairs has hired more faculty members. ed, Tarble may undergo some closures to be presented in galleries to be moved late March or as late as April, as long as “We haven’t had any signifi- during the summer, Watts said. into more appropriate spaces. things continue as planned. cant increases in class size and The biggest problem still to finish, he “There will be a new gallery for a Watts said a formal reopening and work load,” said William Weber, said, was connecting the utilities in the technology based exhibition as well as a rededication is planned for Oct. 7, but associate vice president for aca- “My new expansion with the old utilities in much larger room, which can be used as exhibits are planned for March. demic affairs. “What usually the existing structure. multipurpose for the building,” he said. He said “Pulp Fact and Fiction: happens when we have an impression The renovated portion of Tarble Watts also reminded students to con- Dennis Morris, AIE Student Artist” will increase (in enrollment) is that is that we includes several new additions and fea- tinue using the building’s south entrance open March 12, and the 2004 “All- we hire annually contracted tures, which Watts said would help to because the front entrance is not com- Student Show” will open March 13. faculty, which are usually full- have time but are only hired on a year-to-year basis. handled “Also, part-time non-negotiat- ed faculty are hired to come in the and teach one or two courses for us,” Weber said. “With a look increase of toward the future, we are run- enrollment ning 32 searches for tenure MAKING track teachers this year. These take more time and are still very well ongoing.” by Although the number of stu- dents has increased in the last increasing few years, Weber said Eastern LESSONS has handled it well. faculty, and “My impression is that we have handled the increase of not enrollment very well by increasing faculty, and not increasing increasing class size,” Weber said. “If you look at on-campus class size.” FROM (class) sections, only 130 out of — William Weber, 2,100 sections have an enroll- associate vice ment of more than 40. president for “Last fall, there were 682 academic affairs teachers employed, 23 more than fall 2002 when there were MISTAKES 659 teachers employed. That was a pretty sizable increase.” ◆ Freshman Michael Achtor takes his An increase in student enrollment means more stu- dents are choosing to attend Eastern and affordability own horrific experience to teach is a common reason for that decision. “I came to Eastern because it’s a good school for young drivers the dangers of education majors and it is very affordable,” said freshman elementary education major Rowdy reckless driving Frederiksen. “I haven’t noticed a problem in student overpopulation because if you go to places like Textbook Rental and the Recreation Center at the By Blake Boldt right time, you have no trouble getting in.” STAFF WRITER Maryann Williams, a sophomore elementary educa- tion major, has noticed an increase in population since e were heading back down last year. Fish Lake Road, then we “I’ve seen an increase in people in computer labs Wwent over a hill and I saw and the library. I work in the ITC (Instructional headlights. Then everything goes Technology Center) and we see more people coming in blank. The next thing I remember regularly this year,” she said. “I came to Eastern seeing are glimpses of being in a because they have a good music program and they are “helicopter. I was in and out a lot. well-known for education. This school is also very I remember paramedics, sirens cheap.” and the helicopter. Finally I woke Shanna Wieneke, a junior sociology major, came to up in a hospital bed. Eastern for two reasons. “Eastern was the least expensive school I could find; DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY COLIN MCAULIFFE SEE LESSON ◆ Page 7A it is within my budget. Also, my high school teachers, Michael Achtor, a freshman pre-engineering major, sits at his desk as many of whom attended Eastern, have told me that pictures from the car accident he was in sit on his bed. Achtor now goes here I will get the good education I am paying for.” to high schools to talk about the dangers of reckless driving. ” Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Sunny Mostly sunny Few showers Rain Partly cloudy Partly cloudy Showers

Friday, 53º 31º 57º 40º 57º 43º 45º 36º 47º 35º 47º 33º 46º 39º February 27, 2004 HIGH LOW HIGH LOW HIGH LOW HIGH LOW HIGH LOW HIGH LOW HIGH LOW EIU Dancers present annual spring concert Dancers perform Friday, Saturday and Sunday By Jenni Faulkner STAFF WRITER

The Eastern Illinois University Dancers are presenting their annual spring concert, “Power in Grace,” at 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday in McAfee Gymnasium with free admission. “The production will have a little bit of some- thing for everyone, including ballet, modern dance, jazz, some tap and a little bit of hip hop with varied musical artists, including work from Norah Jones, Evanescence and many more,” co- director Nancy Nordtvedt said. She also mentioned that this show is earlier than usual this year, which forced the company to work just a little bit harder to meet the deadline. “It was the only time the gym was available, so we worked and pushed hard to be ready,” Nordtvedt explained. The EIU dancers are a Recognized Student Organization sponsored by the Eastern Department of Physical Education. The spring concert has been sponsored by the department since 1932. When the program started, it was generally comprised of modern dance only and now con- sists of dance styles of all sorts. “Practices throughout the year are on Tuesdays DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY STEPHEN HAAS and Thursdays for about two hours. The first Amanda Wingfield, played by Jenni Passig (left), interacts with Laura Wingfield, played by Amber Wagner, during dress rehearsal for hour is devoted to company dances (dances that “The Glass Menagerie” Monday evening at the Village Theatre on 18th Street. The show is playing at 7 p.m. tonight and tomorrow everyone performs in), and the second hour is for and at 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are available through the box office at 581-3110. specific dances which individual dancers from the company sign up for,” said Angela Bursich, the company’s secretary. Because practice time is short, dancers are only able to sign up for one dance. Bursich pre- Cast shines in The Glass Menagerie dicts the show to be about two hours long. “We are very excited to finally perform, but it By Blake Boldt memory of the husband who left her. Travous takes this balancing act and is going to be sad also. Many people will be leav- STAFF WRITER Amanda, played by theatre arts major works wonders with it, even with his ing next year, and we’ve become so close over the Jenny Passig, demonstrates disappoint- immature actions resulting from his three years of dancing together,”she said. Thursday night, The Village Theatre ment through her words and actions upbringing. Out of the 45 students who auditioned for the in downtown Charleston was the setting when her daughter shows no direction. Amanda’s wishes seemingly come company this year, 24 were chosen, 20 females for a performance of Tennessee Though her intentions are good, true with the appearance of Jim, a gen- and four males. Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie.” Amanda’s oppressive behavior nearly tleman caller for Laura. “The EIU Dancers have auditions the third “The Glass Menagerie” was the first terrorizes her daughter. With a commanding stage presence, week in September, and begin preparing for this major play composed by Williams, and Passig successfully gives the charac- Luke Gerdes, a theatre arts major, production immediately following tryouts,” said debuted successfully in 1944. ter a dominant outward expression cou- exhibits the fact that Jim is the eternal Co-Director Jeanna McFarland. The play is being directed by Jerry pled with a wounded psyche, which optimist with the poise Laura lacks. Eisenhour, a theatre arts professor at often becomes evident. Jim is an incredibly determined Eastern. Realism is the key to the role of young man whose life has not measured The plot revolves around a young Laura’s younger brother Tom. He is up to his standards. His main purpose is woman named Laura, whose mother, quick to rebel against his mother’s ten- to persuade Laura to set her own stan- Amanda, smothers her with the aspira- dency to treat him as a child. Amanda dards and reach them. He goes about LunchBox Voodoo tions of an idyllic future for her daugh- fears that her son is heading down the instilling confidence in her in a well- ter. same wayward path as her absent hus- meaning way, although the ending Laura is fraught with insecurities and band. leaves a bitter taste on the tongue. hits Underground possesses a fragile personality, much Tom escapes from his harsh realities. “The Glass Menagerie” is a wonder- like the glass animals she collects. He stays out late and argues often with ful piece of work for those who do not Lunch Box Voodoo will perform at 9 p.m. Friday Amber Wagner, a theatre arts major, his overbearing mother. expect a traditionally happy ending. at 7th Street Underground. gives the role of Laura a much-needed In the role of Tom, Timothy Travous, Under the able direction of Eisenhour, Sophomore English major Ben Marcy said 19 dose of weakness, deliberately allowing Jr., also a theatre arts major, exposes who portrays the true colors of each people are involved in the show. the character to crumble under the the character’s restlessness and reck- character, the production stimulates the He described it as sketch comedy with several weight of her mother’s hopes and lessness, all the while lending him a imagination. One is left wondering what separate skits. dreams. warmth and true compassion for his the end result will be for the family. “The show includes meeting a psychic, bounc- Wagner allows the audience to be family, despite his sometimes thought- Eisenhour and his admirable cast make ers for a special party and a look back at the filled with sympathy for her character less ways. the audience care about it. Oregon Trail,” Marcy said. as she wallows in self-pity, yet does not Tom is the narrator of the production, “The Glass Menagerie” will be pre- Marcy said the material used in the Lunch Box allow Laura to be considered too pitiful giving the audience a good understand- sented on Friday and Saturday evening Voodoo comes from a talented group of writers as to be undeserving of sympathy. ing of what is occurring. Quite simply, at 7 p.m. A matinee will be held begin- and performers. Amanda’s life hangs on the haunting he is the voice of action. ning at 2 p.m. Sunday.

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH ◆ This profile of broadcaster Larry Smith is part of a monthlong look at Eastern’s most distinguished black alumni Linda Kingery, who worked with Smith for at WICD-TV while an Eastern student work- three years when he was a student announc- ing for WEIU-TV, according to the Alumni From Eastern dropout er at WLBH FM&AM in Mattoon. Association bio. He also has hosted a charity fundraiser From there he migrated up the corporate called The Larry Smith Celebrity Golf ladder to television stations WBIR-TV in Classic for the past five years that has con- Knoxville, Tenn., WPTV in Palm Beach, Fla., sistently sold out since its first event in 1999 and finally to CNN in December 1993, where to CNN knockout and raised more than $30,000 in scholarship he has worked as an anchor for CNN/SI and money for Coles County high school stu- now Headline News. By Amee Bohrer he tells that it is not actually endorsed by dents from Mattoon and Charleston high Kingery remembers when Smith worked STAFF WRITER him. schools. with her at WLBH. “He was better than your “I have nothing to do with that whatsoev- Smith cites last year’s event as the most average student, an incredible young per- arry Smith was just a semester short of er,” he says, “but imitation is the sincerest successful and the most enjoyable for him, son.” graduation when he left Eastern in form of flattery, so that’s fine.” because he was able to get out on the green IE assistant speech communication L1990, but that did not stop him from The only time he’s ever had any direct for the first time and really interact with department professor Mike Bradd hired being honored as a Distinguished Alumnus involvement with the blog was to make a everyone. Smith at WLBH in 1998 and has remained in in 2002. correction to erroneous information about “Larry spent a lot of time and energy to constant contact with him ever since. Although his picture is already on the wall the speech he made as keynote speaker for produce a tournament of that magnitude, “I would not be here today without Mike in the Alumni Lounge of the Martin Luther commencement in spring 2003, Smith said. and he did it all from Atlanta,” said Jeff Bradd,” said Smith. King Jr. University Union for this award, As a student, Smith tells that a typical day Owens, radio coordinator for WEIU and a Bradd said Smith rose very quickly in his “Graduation is still important, I should have for him would begin at 7 a.m. and after class- friend of Smith since high school. career, landing a job with CNN by age 25. done it a long time ago,” Smith said. es he would make a one-way 45-minute com- Although he hopes to resume the golf clas- “I was always proud I anchored my first He is currently working to finish up his mute to his job in Champaign to report for sic, he confirmed that he will not be able to show two weeks after my 25th birthday,” last few deficient hours. eight hours only to return by 11:30 p.m. and host the event again this year because his Smith tells. While such an honor is not a likely sce- begin homework. hectic work schedule and his priority of Larry Oathout, operations director of nario for most college dropouts, most of He would begin his drive in a sweatshirt spending time with Rita, his wife of 10 years Mattoon Library, worked with Smith and them do not advance to be the leading sports and jeans, grab a drive-thru burger, and and his two children. His daughter Jaylen is Kingery at WLBH as well, and says Smith anchor for CNN Headline News either. manage to change into a suit and tie by the three and son Elijah is one-year-old. still stops by to check his e-mail at the Smith attended Eastern as a speech com- time he got to work while driving a stick- He actually met his wife on the job. library. munication major until 1990 but did not shift. “We were news reporters for rival TV sta- Smith is an official member of the Friends graduate and began working since, “I ran “You can actually change your pants, tions in Knoxville and were covering the of Mattoon Library and has a lifetime out of money. I was a poor college student.” socks and shoes while driving, but I kick off Knox County Bicentennial,” he said. Mattoon Library card, Oathout said. Money is no longer a problem for Smith, wouldn’t recommend it,” he Two months later he moved to West Oathout recalls a time when Smith was on as he has been with CNN for 11 years, and said laughing. Palm Beach, Fla., and six months later the computers and a library patron recog- head sports anchor for CNN Headline News He attributes his cur- they were engaged. nized him. The person approached Smith during the last three. rent status at CNN to “Rita is the blessing of my life,” and commented that it must be great to have Smith broadcasts live from 9 p.m. to mid- the sacrifices he made Smith said. a job at CNN, and according to Oathout, night twice an hour and in taped segments in college for his “Larry was involved in every- Smith’s reaction to the question was typical- from midnight to 6 a.m. career. thing,” Owens said of their days at ly modest. He has interviewed such athletes as “There were a lot of Mattoon High School. “You name “It’s just a job, like any other job,” Smith Evander Holyfield, Magic Johnson, Allen parties I didn’t go to and it, Larry was in it.” answered. Iverson and Rick Pitino, as well as leading a lot of dates I didn’t go He continues that, “from the Smith goes into every sports broadcast CNN’s coverage of the Mike Tyson-Lennox on,” he said. beginning of his career, he was with one strategy in mind. Lewis heavyweight title fight, according to Since his departure always in front of a mic ... but ”My angle is to tell it in a way that a non- the bio provided by the Alumni Association. from Eastern, Smith has off-camera, he’s the same.” sports fan can watch and get it, or at least The most intimidating interview Smith returned numerous times Smith’s television have a something funny to laugh about. I can recalls was with Hank Aaron, while covering over the years to speak to career began in have more fun with sports.” the 20th Anniversary of Aaron’s his 715 classes and participate in the Champaign as gen- Owens recalls the first time he saw his homerun, since he did not even feel worthy Speech Communication Day, eral assignment high school chum on TV. to talk to him at the time. which gives speech communication reporter on “You could just tell he’s good. It’s funny to Although there is an EIU alumni news majors an opportunity to rub the early see a guy you grew up with on TV; to me, it’s web log bearing his picture and the words, elbows with professionals in morning the same,” Owens said. “It’s just Larry.” “Featuring Larry Smith,” all the information their field, said WEIU TV pro- and noon “I’m just a guy from Mattoon who really attributed to him reads in third-person, and gram/coordinations operator newscasts enjoys what I do,” Smith said. APPORTIONMENT BOARD Student Activities Center receives $44,000 for renovations By Brian O’Malley $46,898.48 was reduced to $44,364.92 eight feet tall, Judy said. $42,543.40 was left in the allocation on a machine. Leonard asked if law- STUDENT GOVERNMENT EDITOR after Judy took several pieces of fur- “We can’t buy (the partition) that account for this semester. Thursday suits would affect the rec center’s niture out of the amount. tall anymore because it’s against the was the last day for additional allo- money. The Apportionment Board The activities center will be fire code,” he said. cation requests. “They can cost the university Thursday voted 7-4 in favor of giv- remodeled with new furniture and AB member Amy Leonard said Ken Baker, director of campus money,” Baker said. “That could get ing Student Government more than new fixtures, Judy said. The old fur- she wanted the amount of money to recreation, said last year AB us legal exposure.” $44,000 to renovate the Student niture will be stored in a surplus in decrease because the office isn’t approved money for 22 selectorized The University Board presented Activities Center. Springfield. used by enough students. machines. This year Baker said he their proposed budget for fiscal year The Student Activities Center, in “Our office just looks terrible,” he “For this amount of money I don’t was asking for an amount from 2005, asking for $251,702, which is the Martin Luther King Jr. said. “We want to create a more feel it’s benefiting that many stu- $45,000 to $50,000 to pay for 19 more about $1,000 fewer than this year’s University Union, is home to Student inviting environment.” dents,” Leonard said. “I’m not say- machines, which will update every budget. Government, University Board, the One of the sections of the activi- ing it’s a bad idea, I’m just saying selectorize machine in the rec cen- The “Quakin’ the Quad” event, Black Student Union the Pan- ties center that will be renovated is that it’s a lot of money.” ter, but will accept $42,000 because which is held in the beginning of the Hellenic Council, the National Pan- the large, square partition in the cen- AB member Tony Reyes said the that’s almost all that’s left. fall semester, was budgeted for Hellenic Council, the Interfraternity ter of the room, which students who renovations will benefit a lot of stu- “What we’d like to do is get the $12,705. Council and more than 150 use the office called the “big yellow dents. equipment in so you can use them,” “It’s such a huge event that we Recognized Student Organizations, monster.” “It’s going to indirectly benefit the Baker said. “Because of the new have to do every year,” said UB said Student Body President Caleb “It’s not very safe and we need to students,” Reyes said. machines, we’ve had a great chairperson Jenn Kieffer. Judy. get rid of it,” Judy said. AB also voted 10-0-1 in favor of response from the students.” Other special events will total “We need to create a space for all The partition is a four-sided wall giving the Student Recreation Baker said some of the old $24,270 including Spring Fling, of them to come to,” he said. that stems from the floor to the ceil- Center $42,000 for additional equip- machines have caused several which is a similar event as “Quakin’ “Professional organizations need a ing, which is not allowed by the cur- ment. injuries in the last year including the Quad,” but held in the spring. professional office.” rent building fire code. The cubicles After approving the Student one student breaking two fingers “You’re looking at the future of Judy said the original amount of that will replace the partition will be Government’s renovation costs, when she was trying to adjust a seat campus activities,” Kieffer said. 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Last week, a close friend of Friendships are important, not mine lost a long battle to cancer. “Friendships are GPAs; good memories with good Editorial board Matt was 21. people are important. Those are John Chambers, Editor in chief Many 21 year olds are con- important, not GPAs; the things you are going to cerned with cramming for remember in 25 years, not the Matt Meinheit, Managing editor midterms, searching for summer good memories with importance of taking 21 hours to Matt Williams, News editor internships and jobs and worry- graduate a little early. ing about how many hours to good people are Matt also wrote that “life is a Carly Mullady, Associate news editor take next semester to graduate ridiculous, tragic disaster, but Jennifer Chiariello, Editorial page editor Colin McAuliffe on time; Matt worried about life. important. Those are the it’s the only thing we have. So He was concerned with his life don’t let it lie by the wayside in , Sports editor Photo editor and Matthew Stevens and that he got to experience pursuit of crap that’s barely monthly things you are going to important. People are the most columnist everything he wanted to. Matt eased his pain by killing time, important resource and so are [email protected] for The Daily remember in 25 years, Eastern News not letting time kill him. the relationships built with When he found out he had can- not the importance of them.” EDITORIAL McAuliffe also is cer, Matt took time off of school So if you find me in 25 years a senior history to do some things he wanted to taking 21 hours to and you ask me what I remem- major do with his life. ber from college, it will the He tried to sneak into the graduate a little early. ” happy times I have spent here. Senate bylaw He can be reached at Super Bowl, he went to Mardi I will remember the random colinsarcasm@hotmail. Gras, he rebuilt a motorcycle Sunday snowball fight outside of com with his father and he toured Thomas Hall and across half of Europe with friends who were or an intriguing conversation - campus with John, I will remem- change could studying abroad. He tried to go are now intensely important to ber going to lunch every back to school so he would be me. And I think they should be Tuesday and most Thursdays closer to friends. important to everyone. The fact with Julie. I will remember the No matter what Matt did, he that I know I won’t be able to 2 a.m. drives with Ryan through help diversity always did things with friends; experience these things make the country to see the countless people that were important to them achingly more important to stars, a sight that is not normal The Student Senate seems unclear about its him. Matt wrote a letter in me, and they make me desperate for my Chicago suburban home. views on diversity. September, stating he knew his to achieve them one more time.” I am not going to remember time was running out and fast. I Life is not measured by the how much work I have to do in The student group should not have voted down would like to share some of his breaths we take, but by the the next two weeks. I am not a change to its bylaws Wednesday that would have letter with you. moments that take our breath going to remember deciding added to its current diversity requirement. “So every day, every minute is away. Too many times we get what classes to take next semes- vital to me. The most mundane caught up in things that we think ter. Please notice that all my Senate members are currently expected to things are breaths of fresh air. are important; we don’t stop and memories have occurred with attend one diverse event each semester, such as The things that most people take appreciate the smaller things in people that I care about, and are showing up for a Pride or Black Student Union for granted but shouldn’t - a kiss, life. not about the midterm that I a pudding fight, a good long walk Yes, I know that’s a cliché. have next week. meeting or attending another activity a senate committee determines diverse. Instead of a meeting, many members went to see the movie “Frida” last semester to fulfill their diversity requirement, said Sean Anderson, At issue chair of the senate The Student Senate Diversity Affairs voted against Committee. changing its bylaws to add on to the The new bylaw sought diversity requirement. to add to the requirement Our stance by asking members to The bylaws should help organize an event. change, allowing “It’s disappointing. I more opportunities think you all underesti- for senate members Cartoon by Jeff Beal and Ben Marcy to help organize mate me and my com- diversity. mittee,” Anderson told senate members after the bylaw change failed 19- 7-1. He had encouraged it at least be tabled. It is disappointing because the senate is still left with a diversity requirement that only requires members to show up to an event without taking an obviously active role. “The old requirement provided a very low stan- dard,” diversity committee member Andrew Berger said this week. “The new one will not only promote diversity on campus, but open ourselves up to diversity.” Anderson plans to bring a new version of the bylaw change to the Student Senate for future consideration, but until then, it looks like the sen- ate is stuck with a “low standard.” Several senate members joined a total of 30 stu- dents traveling to Atlanta almost two weeks ago to meet with other student leaders at Clark/Atlanta University. YOUR TURN: LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The group spent over $2,900 in student fees and now plan to present ideas in April to the student body about improving diversity on campus. Darwin’s theories are not factual The senate has an opportunity now to better diversity without ever traveling outside of Don’t you love farce? that are a stumbling block celebrated, read “Reasons in issue will reveal that the Two weeks ago, Eastern for Darwin’s theories. In the Balance” by Phillip E. Darwin emperor honored is Charleston. celebrated Charles Darwin, fact, the issue is not the con- Johnson or “The Origin of wearing no clothes. “It’s not a punishment,” Kyle Donash, chair of and several presentations flict between faith and the Species” by W.R. Bird. the senate External Relations Committee, said at left one with the impression Darwinian evolution, but For those who may that Darwinian evolution is between Darwinism and sci- believe that all scientists Glenn Anderson, the senate meeting Wednesday. “It’s about expos- rock-solid “fact,” with no ence. are in agreement with the applications analyst, ing yourself. Last semester, (the requirement) evidence to the contrary. It does actually take a theories of Darwin, check Information Technology gave me the opportunity to see some amazing We are told there is no great deal of faith to out Services conflict between faith and embrace Darwin’s theories www.reviewevolution.com. things.” Darwin’s theory and that in light of the evidence. An honest study of this The Student Senate should strongly reconsider those who disagree with There is not enough space in changing the requirement if they are given Darwin’s theology “have this letter to present the LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: The Daily Eastern News accepts letters to the editor resorted to dishonesty.” overwhelming information addressing local, state, national and international issues. They should be less than 250 another chance; it’s one more opportunity to do words and include the authors’ name, telephone number and address. Students should Nothing could be farther against evolution presented indicate their year in school and major. Faculty, administration and staff should indicate something positive for diversity. from the truth. by Darwin, but for those their position and department. Letters whose authors cannot be verified will not be It’s those frustrating facts who wish to know more than printed. Depending on space constraints, we may edit letters, so keep it concise. The editorial is the majority opinion of the and the mounds of evidence the biased “facts” that were Letters can be sent to The Daily Eastern News at 1811 Buzzard Hall, Charleston IL Daily Eastern News editorial board. 61920; faxed to 217-581-2923; or e-mailed to [email protected]. Friday, February 27, 2004 THE DAILY EASTERN NEWS 5A

WOMEN’S STUDY PROGRAM Eastern students portray influential women in history

By Brittany Robson by Katie Gillen, a sophomore art trayed by junior physics/pre-engi- woman in the U.S. to earn $1 million. ACTIVITIES EDITOR major. Adams is known for her let- Meet the Women of neering major Michelle Brubaker. She did so by selling hair products ters and opinions of society as first History Cochran was a World War II aviatrix for African Americans. The Women’s Studies program lady to President John Quincy who co-founded the organization Brubaker said she heard about will be hosting “Meet the Women of Adams. ◆ Abigail Adams known as Women Air Force Service Living History from her roommate History: a Living History Freshman English major Kristy Pilots (WASP). and went online to figure out what ◆ Nellie Bly Performance” to march into Dalton will portray Nellie Bly. Bly Queen Elizabeth I brought woman she would like to play in the Women’s History Month. was born in 1864 and was a journal- ◆ Margaret Wise Brown England into an era of peace and event. Student volunteers from Eastern ist who became known for her trav- security. She will be portrayed by “It’s like researching a topic and are portraying famous and influen- el around the world in 72 days and ◆ Molly Brown graduate student Stacy Knight- giving a speech,” Garrity said. “It’s tial women in history for the pro- other investigative journalism con- Davis more fun than work.” ◆ Jacqueline Cochran gram. tributions. Billie Jean King, who defeated Mason said the event is in its 16th “This is a great experience for Margaret Wise Brown will be por- ◆ Queen Elizabeth I Bobby Riggs in the 1973 War of the year, and more than 130 perform- EIU students to bring to life both trayed by senior speech communi- Sexes tennis meet, will be portrayed ances are scheduled to take place well-known and lesser-known cation major Calista Cahill. Brown ◆ Billie Jean King by communication disorders sci- during March. women in history,” said Gail Mason, wrote more than 100 children’s ◆ Jenny Scott ences major Megan Garrity. King’s “All students that are participat- speech communion professor and books, including the best seller athletic success helped stimulate ing are volunteers,” she said. “They program coordinator. “Good Night Moon.” ◆ Madame C.J. Walker interest in women’s sports. are given one credit hour, but only Mason said Sunday’s perform- Cahill said she did a significant Starting from Illinois, Jenny Scott one out of the nine took advantage of ance will be a dress rehearsal for amount of historical research about traveled the Oregon Trail in the that.” students involved. Over the month Brown. She said it is difficult to put sixth grade,” Cahill said. 1800s, settled in Oregon and became Each woman is portrayed in first of March, the performers will travel the performance together because Molly Brown also will be por- a newspaper publisher. person for 20 minutes. The event is to local elementary schools and per- she needs to prepare two separate trayed. Brown is most widely known Freshman journalism major Jami designed to be very interactive. form. speeches. as a Titanic survivor. She also is Arceneaux will portray Madame The event will begin at 2 p.m. There will be nine different “Kids in kindergarten through remembered as a woman who was C.J. Walker. Walker was the first Sunday at the Greenwood School. women portrayed in the perform- third grade will not know as much determined to break the rules of woman in her family to be born free Admission is free and there will be a ance. about the people we are portraying, high society. following the abolition of slavery, Girl Scout cookie reception follow- Abigail Adams will be portrayed as opposed to kids fourth through Jacqueline Cochran will be por- and went on to become the first ing the performance. Student organizations plunge into cold water for a good cause By Brandy Headley will be a prize for the best one present- STAFF WRITER ed by the Cromwell Group, Inc.” “It’s like getting out of a hot tub Todd Foster, Charleston firefighter The 40 degree lake water took her and paramedic, said not to worry about breath away. Her legs tingled. She had completely wet and then mak- any concerns of the lake being frozen, goosebumps. even if ice does form on the surface. The water immediately rose above ing a snow angel.” “The coldest temperature a lake can her shoulders. A large man in an adult get is 39.2 degrees,” said Foster. diaper swam past her. —Katie Keeline, director for East Central Area 9 Special “Hypothermia sets in almost immedi- She and the man in the diaper were Olympics ately after entering.” among 40 other people raising money The band Sojourn will perform and for the Illinois Special Olympics. 104.3 FM, The Party, will be broadcast- “It’s like getting out of a hot tub com- money raised will benefit Special ing live from 11 a.m. to noon at Lake pletely wet and then making a snow Olympics Illinois Athletes to pay for Sara, according to a press release. Lunch angel,” said Katie Keeline, director for sporting equipment, and housing. will be provided by Niemerg’s East Central Area 9 Special Olympics. Keeline said she hopes to raise at least Steakhouse, and beer and soda also will “You freeze, but you know it’s a fun $6,000 from the event. be available. thing, and you’re doing it for a good rea- Every teammate who raises at least An after-Plunge appreciation party son.” $75 will be entered in a drawing for a 27- will be held at the Effingham Knights of A prize of $500 will go to the student inch television. Blue-hooded sweatshirts Columbus Hall, which will include a organization that raises the most money with the event’s logo also will be handed frozen t-shirt contest, 50-50 raffle, food and has the most members participate in out, Keeline said. and beer. Every person who plunges will the “Freezin’ for a Reason” Polar Plunge Registration will begin at 11 a.m., an receive a ticket for the party and addi- Saturday March 6 at Lake Sara in hour before the plunge at the beach of tional tickets can be purchased for $5, Effingham. Lake Sara. Keeline said. PHOTO SUBMITTED Each organization must have at least “In past years, officers have even Students interested in signing up or Participants from last year’s “Freezin’ for a 10 members who raise a minimum of $75 showed up in g-strings,” Keeline said. more information can contact Keeline at Reason” Polar Plunge prepare themselves for through pledges, Keeline said. The “Costumes are encouraged, and there 345-2424 or [email protected]. 40 degree lake water. Last Chance!! Individual Yearbook Photos March 1-4 9am-5pm Union Bridge Students $4 Seniors $5

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By Brian O’Malley accomplishments. want the display to become a STUDENT GOVERNMENT EDITOR “It will show what he did for reality. this country,” Collier said. “I’m sure they’re watching,” In honor of Martin Luther Members from the Pan- he said. King Jr. Tribute Week, members Hellenic Council, the National One of the purposes of tribute from different organizations on Pan-Hellenic Council, Black week is creating an understand- campus have helped raise Student Union and the Student ing of why King deserved a money to support a permanent Government contributed to the building named after him. display for his namesake tribute week. “They know what he looks like University Union. “I want to make people more from the picture, but we want to Jeff Collier, Student Senate involved,” Collier said. show the effect he had on this chair for the Academic Affairs Matt Kulp, Student Senate country,” he said. “We want to Committee, said the tribute chair for the Housing show why Eastern broke the tra- week started Monday and will Committee and a member of the dition and named the Union end Friday. More than $220 has Pan-Hellenic Council, worked after him.” been raised so far. the donation table outside of the The table near the Food Court “This week wasn’t meant to University Union Food Court has had students taking dona- collect every single penny,” and said King deserves more DAILEY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY COLIN MCAULIFFE tions from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Collier said. than just a picture in the Union. Jeff Collier watches as Chrystal Rials, a freshman English with teacher every day this week. The display has been estimat- “I think it’ll be cool,” Kulp certificate major, donates money to raise money for a display to honor Collier said many students ed to cost at least $7,600 and said. “All we have is that weird Martin Luther King Jr. walking by have said “no” or Collier said he is researching picture of him and the building have ignored him, but he still ways to raise money. is named after him.” idea,” Littlejohn said. “He was a after him, I’m sure it was the thinks the week has gone well. “As far as getting this done,” Senate and PHC member great leader and he deserves students who fought for it,” “If you get one person to give, he said. “I’m going to take it one Sarah Littlejohn worked with more of a tribute.” Collier said. “All credit goes to you succeeded,” he said. day at a time.” Kulp and said she agrees King Collier said Eastern students the students.” “Obviously, we’re shooting for The display will be a glass deserves more than what is fea- have been working hard for this He said he hopes members of more than one, but we’ve suc- case containing images and tured on campus. display and deserve the credit. the administration are noticing ceeded. At the end of the day quotes of King’s, displaying his “I think this is a really great “When the Union was named the amount of students that you feel good.” RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION Agents’ removal of World Trade Center Housing and dining debris causes FBI to make new policy budgets increase WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI referred to the FBI’s Office of graverobbing and filching does cast has banned its employees from tak- Professional Responsibility for fur- shame on the FBI as in institution in ◆ Food cost receives 3.5 percent increase, room ing any items from crime scenes or ther disciplinary action, officials the eyes of the public, and that war- evidence sites after Justice said: one who took the dirt-encrusted rants a strong response,” said and board receives 1.5 percent increase Department investigators found that globe, one who shipped 80 pounds of Grassley, a senior member of the 13 agents took debris from the rub- debris to his home office and one Senate Judiciary Committee and fre- By Liz Richards ble of the World Trade Center. who may have made misleading quent FBI critic. STAFF WRITER The new policy follows a report by statements to investigators. In a statement, the FBI said that Glenn A. Fine, the Justice Sen. Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, 400 agents were assigned to the Resident Hall Association met Thursday to discuss issues Department’s inspector general, con- said in a letter Thursday to FBI Fresh Kills site and that there was no concerning the budget for residence halls’ housing and din- cluding that agents took a Tiffany Director Robert Mueller that there evidence that any of the 13 implicat- ing plans. globe paperweight, chunks of con- appears to be a double standard for ed by the inspector general took Mark Hudson, director of University Housing and Dining crete, metal and bolts and a U.S. flag agents because private citizens have items for personal gain. A senior FBI Services, said there has been a 3.5 percent increase in food from the rubble collection site at the been prosecuted and given prison official, speaking Thursday on condi- cost because of the recent epidemic of mad cow disease in Fresh Kills landfill in Staten Island, sentences for taking items from the tion of anonymity, said the agents the United States. N.Y. site. apparently viewed the items as Current environmental changes have forced the univer- Three of the agents have been “The unseemly and ghoulish harmless mementos. sity to purchase its coal from Iowa coal mines instead of ones in Illinois. “We had to raise room and board 1.5 percent just because Greenspan’s decisions create political frenzy of that.” Hudson said. Because of the $2.8 million annual fee that will not be WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal are essentially the same ones made annual cost-of-living adjustments paid off until 2023, Hudson is looking for ways to raise Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan’s by a bipartisan commission on Social that would mean smaller annual money without causing debt. latest call for benefit cuts in Social Security he headed two decades ago. increases in benefit payments. He predicts the budget for next year’s housing and dining Security and Medicare for future But his remarks touched an elec- Greenspan, who turns 78 next for residence halls will be $2.6 million. retirees touched off a frenzy among tion-year nerve with members of the week, also suggested tying the retire- The overall raise for room and board next year will be 7 politicians in both parties already House Budget Committee already at ment age for full benefits to longer percent. hypersensitive about the November odds over President Bush’s economic lifespans with the age continuing to In comparison, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale elections. program, particularly large tax cuts rise. The 65-year age for retiring at will have a 6 percent increase, Western Illinois University Greenspan told Congress on that the president wants to make per- full benefits started increasing last will have a 7.5 percent increase and Northern Illinois Wednesday that soaring budget manent. year and now stands at 65 years and University will have an 8 percent increase. deficits from out-of-control entitle- Democratic presidential candi- four months for people retiring this Nachel Glynn, RHA president, announced that at next ment programs could lead to a “very dates quickly denounced Greenspan’s year. It gradually increases to 67 over week’s meeting there will be a vote on whether or not next debilitating” rise in interest rates and proposals while Bush and other the next two decades and then stops year’s fall theme will be campus wide or individual threaten the economy in coming Republicans sought to distance them- rising. throughout the residence halls. years. selves from his latest remarks. He emphasized that he was not There have been 24 suggestions made for possible It was not a new position for the Greenspan told the panel that one talking about any cuts for people themes. Next week RHA will vote on the top three choices central bank chairman, who regularly possibility would be to switch to an already retired or on the verge of for themes. reiterates the recommendations that alternative measure of inflation for retirement.

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Lesson: It also has been a difficult experience finding employment that will accommodate Student spreads safe driving “I was in a state of shock and felt like disappearing never to be his disability. Danca has been required to change his lifestyle and is unable to partici- message at high schools found again. I did not want to go on with my life knowing what pate in many of the normal activities most people take for granted. had happened to my friends as a result of my careless Although Achtor escaped the accident CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A judgments. I felt the worst kind of sorrow you can feel.” unscathed compared to his friends, the emo- tional wounds have healed slower than the Michael Achtor, a freshman pre-engineer- — Michael Achtor, freshman pre-engineering major physical damage. ing major at Eastern, was a guest lecturer at “I wish I could turn the clocks back, but Mattoon High School, where he spoke to stu- that’s not the reality,” he said. dents in the driver’s education classes about His friendship with Danca has only grown the risks of reckless driving and the dangers worst decision of our lives.” and was unable to confide his feelings about stronger because of the tragedy. Danca for- of hazardous decisions. He knows them all Achtor and his friends turned down Fish the cold reality of the situation. gave him long before Achtor forgave him- too well. Lake Road, located just five minutes from The brutal truths of the situation contin- self. He described the haunting memories of Achtor’s home. ued to mark Achtor’s life. The details of the “We were able to help each other through his past experience, stressing to the students Suddenly, Achtor lost control of the wheel. accident were turned into the state’s attor- a terrible ordeal.” that putting their lives in jeopardy for a The next thing he remembers is regaining ney. His case was tied up in the legal system He added that the support of Danca, along cheap thrill can be an expensive mistake. consciousness in the emergency room of the for five months before he received a letter with his friends from home and from Achtor openly admitted this could possi- local hospital. saying he was to appear in court. Eastern, have been tremendously helpful. bly be the reason for his accident and he is “I thought I was dreaming and having a The state charged him with two felonies: Achtor continues to pursue the engineer- utilizing the experience to inform other nightmare, but my parents were there and I an aggravated reckless driving felony and a ing field and is currently seeking opportuni- young people of the risks they take and their knew it was much too real,” Achtor said. reckless homicide felony. ties to complete his public speaking hours. possible results. He woke up to hear that he had been The reckless homicide felony carried a The new social environment has been a wel- On April 5, 2002, Achtor and his two best thrown out of his seat belt and ended up in potential 10-15 year sentence. come relief to him. friends, Tony Danca and Andrew Amman, the rear hatch of the car. He received two After Achtor’s first court appearance, he “Over time, I have had help from new were returning from the bowling alley in broken ribs, a fractured skull, a bruised lung was placed on house arrest. friends and I do let things out that I am feel- their hometown of Ingleside. and a fractured disk in his neck. “My senior year of high school consisted ing,” Achtor said. The three were students at nearby Grant Unfortunately, the worst news was yet to of school and work,” Achtor said. He added that talking to friends who knew Community High School. come. Almost a year after the accident, Achtor him, Amman and Danca has allowed him to Achtor met Danca through a mutual Danca had been ejected from the back was tried in a bench trial. see that the wreck did not have to wreck his friend two years earlier and Amman during seat out the back window and lost his right “My whole future was resting in the hands life. a photography class the year before. leg from the knee down. He also had sus- of one person,” he said. “I have come to realize that everything According to Achtor, Danca was “the type tained a fractured neck, a broken nose and a Achtor described an excruciating six-hour happens for a reason and that accidents hap- of guy who walked around with a smile,” and broken arm. trial where he was overwhelmed with fear pen,” Achtor said. was known among his friends for his posi- “Then my parents were quiet. I asked how and panic. He said his main goal was to persuade stu- tive attitude. Andrew was and there was silence. They sat “News reporters were sitting in their des- dents to think twice when dancing around Achtor said Amman was always one to down on the bed with me and told me that ignated areas taking notes, while I was sit- the irresistible pull of danger. Achtor urged make jokes and could always be counted on. Andrew, who was seat-belted in the passen- ting in my chair next to my lawyer scared students to consider safety as the only “He was reliable and very trustworthy,” ger seat, had passed away on impact with the and worried,” he said. “The judge went into option. he said. tree. I don’t think I could move or talk for his chamber to think it over. I don’t think I Students were confounded by Achtor’s Amman, a senior, had been accepted to quite a while.” had ever been that scared.” story and amazed at the repercussions it has college for that fall. He was an athlete and After he heard the news, Achtor began to The judge found Achtor guilty on two had on his life. a member of an educational group in con- blame himself and gave in to his guilt. counts of aggravated reckless driving, but “(The speech) was touching and very junction with the local community college. “I wished I were in the passenger seat and not guilty on the reckless homicide charge. good,” said Amanda Kirk, a student at Danca, a junior, was a respected student they hadn’t been affected,” Achtor said. He was sentenced to 30 months of proba- Mattoon High School. who held a part-time job at K-Mart. “I was in a state of shock and felt like dis- tion, where he was ordered to pay $1,680 in Her classmate, Tabitha Schlosser, said, “It Achtor told the students they enjoyed a appearing never to be found again. I did not fines and complete 250 hours of public was a little shocking that he can talk about camaraderie that could not be put into want to go on with my life knowing what had speaking. losing someone like that.” words. happened to my friends as a result of my After an eight month period with a sus- The life of the average college student is As Achtor noted in his speech, “We were careless judgments. I felt the worst kind of pended license, Achtor was allowed to apply filled with difficulties and challenges to rise always there for each other no matter sorrow you can feel.” for a Restricted Driving Privilege. This above. Achtor has had to exhibit consider- what—girl problems, car problems, or even Achtor was was released from the hospital allowed him to drive on certified roads to able courage to overcome extraordinary if we just needed to get something off our after a week. and from school and work. tests. chests.” Danca remained in intensive care for Achtor must carry a high-risk insurance “I had trouble sleeping some nights There were no problems in sight that early three weeks and would not return to school policy and is not permitted to vote. His because I had flashbacks of the accident,” he spring evening as the three were headed the rest of the semester. career choices are also limited due to the said. back to Achtor’s house in his ‘96 Camaro to Achtor attempted to ignore his guilty con- felonies on his permanent record. To lie down with the truth has not been play pool. science by working on a project car in his Danca also has had his struggles, Achtor easy for Achtor, but he continues to press Achtor told the students, “We decided to garage and working part-time in retail. said. He has battled with his insurance com- forward in an attempt to triumph after take a detour that would turn out to be the Unfortunately, he became more closed off pany over payments for bills and therapy. tragedy tried its best to taint his future.

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MEN’S BASKETBALL TENNESSEE-MARTIN 77 EASTERN 73 Tennis back after two week layoff By Kurtis Allen Iowa match. the loss to Indiana State. “The key STAFF WRITER “It will be a good test for these is to pick yourself up, learn, and ladies,” Holzgrafe said. The get back on track.” Playing on principle The Eastern men’s and women’s squad recently lost one Holzgrafe claimed the loss will women’s tennis teams have an of its teammates who has quit the only serve as motivation to the important weekend in front of squad, which is something men’s team, and motivation is the Men faced Tennessee- them after a two week layoff. Holzgrafe says shook the team. key. Martin without chance of “We’re just playing for Some coaches might be a little “It took us a little while to get “Bradley was a broken squad playing in OVC concerned about their teams our character back,” Holzgrafe last year,” Holzgrafe said. “But the purity of the game returning to action after such a said. “But the leaders of this team they went out and recruited inter- tournament length away from the court, but have stepped up, and the ladies national players, and now they tonight.” not Eastern tennis coach Brian are back on the right track.” are an incredibly talented team.” By John Hohenadel Holzgrafe. After a tough loss a couple However, Holzgrafe feels the SPORTS REPORTER —Rick Samuels, head coach “We’re anxious to play, and I’m weeks ago to Indiana State, the desire to win will be a big factor not too concerned about the lay- Eastern men’s team will travel to for the men’s team. Being mathematically eliminat- off,” Holzgrafe said. “This isn’t Peoria to take on Bradley “We’ve got to fight for every ed from the Ohio Valley Coming into the game, the the first match of the year, and I University Saturday. When asked match,” Holzgrafe said. “If we Conference tournament, Eastern Panthers led 11 games at halftime think both teams are ready to to comment on the loss to Indiana fight for every match, and contin- went into Tennessee-Martin play- but have only won five. play.” State and the upcoming match ue to work hard, then there will be ing for pride. In the second half, buckets were First, the Eastern women’s against Bradley, Coach Holzgrafe a big payoff for these guys when “We’re just playing for the puri- traded for the better part of 12 squad will go on the road to take was very positive. it’s time for Conference play.” ty of the game tonight,” Eastern minutes. That’s when darkness on Northern Iowa in a make-up “There is nothing wrong with The women’s team is currently head coach Rick Samuels said fell. match Friday. Coach Holzgrafe is losing as long as it is a learning 2-2 this season, while the men are before the game. The Panthers went six minutes looking forward to the Northern experience,” Holzgrafe said of 4-3. The Panthers came out of without a field goal. In that same Tennessee-Martin with another time, the Skyhawks were able to loss as Eastern fell 77-73. hit a 16-2 run that was finally The loss overshadowed senior ended with a Jake Sinclair three Playoff: Wunder said. Sparks missed a 19-foot jumper Jesse Mackinson’s 1,000th career pointer. The Skyhawks made one of two which left the Panthers in a des- point as a Panther. By that time, it was too late for free throws to take a lead but sen- perate situation. Mackinson scored 1,000th point the Panthers to come back. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12A ior guard Lauren Dailey was After Jackson missed both free early in the first half. It was his Eastern was forced to foul and determined to have her season throws, Myers took the ball up eighth point of the game, but he the Skyhawks were able to hit their The Bloomington, Ind. native continue into March. Eastern’s court and saw O’Connor open would only score once more in the free throws down the stretch to hit her pair of free throws to tie all-time three point shooter made down low. The pass from Myers first half to bring his career total to clinch the victory. the game at 59. a 19-foot jump shot to take a 61-60 was way over O’Connor’s head 1,002. “We have to get stronger as a The Panthers went to a 2-3 zone lead with under a minute left. sealing the Panthers fate for the The Panthers had their biggest group,” Samuels said. “We have to within the final two minutes of After Tennessee-Martin scored rest of the season. lead of nine points in the middle of get to the basket and get into peo- the contest and got a stop, earning its final basket of the game, fel- After the defending OVC the first half. ple.” chance to take the lead. However, low Eastern senior Katie Myers champion Austin Peay clinched The Skyhawks went on a 10-0 Toward the end of the game Eastern attempted to get the ball got a bucket with 39 seconds left the regular season championship run and took the lead with just Samuels said his team played to O’Connor but the pass was way in the contest and a 63-62 lead. earlier this week, the Skyhawks over three and a half minutes to crazy and unpredictable as the 10 off the center’s head. 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As the softball team prepares for its initial game action of the Spring season, the lack of experience on the team does not seem to worry their coach Lloydene Searle at this point in time. With only three seniors on the team, the Panther coaching staff will be doing quite a bit of teaching to its younger players this season. The learning process starts this week as Eastern travels to compete in the Charleston Southern Invite. Even though Eastern has not had much of an oppor- tunity to play outside thus far, the team is looking for- ward to the experience players will gain over the next three days in South Carolina. “Right now I think we have very talented players at a lot of different positions,” Searle said. “I’m hoping that overshadows any inexperience that this team may have going into the season.” The two positions that are most important to the chemistry of the team, are also the two positions Eastern will have to replace this season. The battery that identified itself the most last sea- son was starting pitcher Kristen Becker and catcher Kristin Darnell. The two went through their four sea- sons at Eastern together and had worked up such a rapport that seemed to lift how smoothly the team worked together as a whole. Now the Panthers will look to pitchers like sopho- DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY STEPHEN HAAS more Ashley Condon to pick up this season at the same Freshman Brian Long will take the hill in the third game of the tournament against Kansas State Sunday. pace or better than they did last year. “The good thing is that we have a lot of different and improved their record to 3-3 record end. options for our pitching staff,” Searle said. “We can Baseball: by taking two of three from Ohio Valley Infielder Jason Long leads the put a couple on the mound to start, and we can put a Conference member Tennessee-Martin. offense hitting .462 entering the tourna- few others as the closers. That’s a good problem for a Eastern has faced Junior college transfer Glenn ment. Long has an on base percentage team.” Jackson has started his career at of .650 (best on the team) and has been That will be one purpose for Eastern playing in the Southwest Missouri State Louisiana-Monroe with a bang, hitting successful on all four of his stolen base tournament in South Carolina; to see exactly who will .600 and already scoring 10 runs. The attempts. cement themselves into certain roles on the team. 35 times in the past hitting doesn’t end with Jackson as sen- Scheduled to go on the mound for the “Right now we are all working very hard for this ior catcher Jay Aulds and junior out- Wildcats is senior right-hander Nick team,” Searle said. “I think the hitters are a little fielder Andy Jones are both hitting .400. Ponomarenko (0-1, 29.70) who had con- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12A ahead of the pitchers at this point, but I think the pitch- First baseman Ben Jones leads the team trol problems in his last start against ers are ready to step it up and are ready to get some with 11 runs batted in. As a team, the Rice. Ponomarenko lasted just a third collegiate experience.” The Bears, who return 11 letter win- Indians are hitting at a .287 clip and on of an inning, surrendering five runs ners from last year’s team, opened the the mound have been solid with a 2.68 and walking four Owls in a 13-0 loss. 2004 season last weekend at the Texas- ERA. Eastern will counter with true-fresh- Arlington Invitational by defeating The probable starter for the Indians man Brian Long. The Providence Arkansas-Little Rock in game one, but is senior Justin Lensch, who has seen Catholic graduate was First Team all- Lantz: then SMS dropped the next pair of action in two games this season. The area as a senior and was named to the games to the host Texas-Arlington and southpaw’s most impressive outing was 2001 state all-tournament team. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12A Oregon State. against Tennessee-Martin this past Heading into the tournament with a Respectively, SMS will throw junior Saturday when he shut down the very young team and against three right-hander Derek Drage against the SkyHawks while scattering nine hits. quality opponents, Rosenthal said there Alicia Harris is expected to dominate in the 200 and Panthers. This will be Drage’s second Ted Juske will make his Eastern debut is no clear cut favorite in Louisiana. 400 meter runs, but it is the 800 to the 3,000 meter runs start for the Bears since transferring after transferring from McHenry “I still feel that’s very early in the wallace is worried about. The Indians are led by sen- from Parkland Junior College in Community College. The 6 foot 5 inch season and no (team) knows each ior Kaci Pilcher, who placed second in conference last Champaign. In his previous outing junior has impressed early on and will other,” Rosenthal said. “It’s always an year in the 800 meter and mile run and juniors Kris against Arkansas-Little Rock, Drage get the start in game two because adventure when you’re playing the first Wooolf in the 3000. allowed just two runs and five hits in six injuries on the Panther pitching staff, few games.” “There’s a pretty good gap between them (SEMO) innings as the Bears’ bats came alive in according to assistant Mitch Rosenthal. Rosenthal mentioned the Panthers and the rest of the field,” Wallace said. “Every event a 13-5 win. Eastern will counter with fel- “Ted Juske will get the start in game will be at a disadvantage because they we’re in is crucial if we hope to win.” low junior college transfer Kyle two. With some injuries on our staff, he have not taken the field yet. Louisiana- All in all, Friday and Saturday’s meet could shape up Widegren as he makes his Panther has really stepped up and thrown the Monroe and Kansas State both started to be a big day for the Panthers; especially the men, debut Friday. ball well.” the season two weeks ago while SMS who are looking to win their seventh conference Eastern will play game two of the In the finale of the tournament, opened up last weekend. championship in eight years. tournament on Saturday when the team Eastern will face Kansas State from the “For some of the northern teams that “We can struggle though the whole year and it all will meet Louisiana-Monroe for an Big 12 Conference. The Wildcats sit at is a disadvantage,” Rosenthal said. comes down to conference,” Akers said. “This is the evening contest. The Indians have 3-3 on the season after winning two of “The hitters don’t get to see live hitting weekend memories are made.” already played in six games this year three from Western Illinois last week- and the pitcher can dominate early on.”

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◆ Women fail to qualify and junior guard Lauren Dailey with 11 each. for Ohio Valley The Skyhawks utilized the home Conference Tournament, crowd at Skyhawk Arena to push a similar to 2000-2001 23-11 run to end the first half with a two point lead at 33-31. By Matthew Stevens The Panthers came out of the SPORTS EDITOR locker room and began to make everything attempted jumping out For the second time in four to a 16-4 streak on the Skyhawks years the Panthers will be at home and held a 47-37 advantage with watching the Ohio Valley 11:50 left in the game. Conference Tournament as they It was after the 12-minute televi- failed to fulfill part one of the the sion timeout that the Skyhawks weekend task. began to pick away at the double- The Panthers (8-18, 5-10) fell 63- digit lead. 66 at Tennessee-Martin Thursday Skyhawks center Julie Young in a game they needed to win to scored her 14th point and the the qualify for postseason play. Panther lead was suddenly six The last time Eastern failed to points but a near tragedy occurred qualify for the OVC Tournament for Tennessee-Martin. was the 2000-01 season when the On UTM’s next possession, Panthers went 7-20 overall and 3- Young went up for a shot and came 13 in conference. The loss also down awkwardly on her ankle and clinches the sixth consecutive sea- was forced to hobble off the floor. son without a double-digit win total In her absence, the Skyhawks and the fifth under Panther head outscored Eastern 8-0 and took a coach Linda Wunder. two-point lead at 59-57 while Young The Skyhawks (10-15, 7-8) was getting retaped on the bench. clinched the final tournament spot “(Young) is a tough player and with the home win over Eastern in she did a great job for them a game which had two frightening- tonight,” Wunder said. “She was ly similar halfs. able to get the ball down low and Early in the first half, the either score or go to the foul line.” Panthers came out with more fire Freshman point guard Megan and started the contest with a 20-10 Casad went to the basket and got advantage. fouled. DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY STEPHEN HAAS Eastern had a balanced attack Freshman guard Melanie Ploger looks for an opportunity on the court last week. Eastern failed to qualify for Thursday night but was led in scor- post-season play Thursday, losing against Tennessee-Martin 63-66. ing by senior center Pam O’Connor SEE PLAYOFF ◆ Page 10A BASEBALL Eastern, SEMO lead field at Lantz Probable starting pitchers Eastern: Kyle Widegren, (junior, RHP), making By Dan Renick STAFF WRITER 1Eastern debut. Southwest Missouri State: Derek Drage, (junior, RHP), 1-0, 3.00 ERA. Eastern men and the Southeast Missouri women are favorites for Friday and Saturday’s conference indoor Eastern: Kirk Miller, (sophomore, LHP), 1-2, track meet. 210.72 ERA in 2003. Louisiana-Monroe: Justin The Panther men are looking to defend the confer- Lensch, (senior), 1-0, 1.23 ERA. ence title they won last year while SEMO is hoping for a changing of the guards as they look to overcome last Eastern: Brian Long, (freshman, RHP), making year’s women’s champions, Tennessee State. The 3Eastern debut. Kansas State: Nick meet starts today at 3:00 at Lantz Arena and will pick up Saturday morning at 10:00. Ponomarenko, (senior, RHP), 0-1, 29.70 ERA. But that won’t be the only competition on each side. SEMO team will be a top competitor on the men’s side, head coach Tom Akers said. Eastern Kentucky has strong teams in both the men and the women’s compe- tition and the Eastern women will give SEMO a run for Eastern starts their money, head coach Mary Wallace said. “We’re in the top three,” Wallace said, “but it’s going to take a big effort from anyone to knock them off.” 100th season In the men’s competition, the Panthers will have trouble with Eastern Kentucky in the sprints all the way up through the mile, Akers said. Eastern ◆ Panther season kicks off in Kentucky’s Steve Maina, who won OVC Conference Co-Athlete of the year in 2003, has the top time in the Louisiana against Southwest Missouri 800 meter run this year and will lead the pack Friday, Akers said. In the mile run, the Colonels’ Phil Scott has By Michael Gilbert the top time this year, but the Panthers’ Dan ASSOCIATE SPORTS EDITOR Stackeljahn and Jake Stout will follow close behind. In the field events, SEMO is looking to make up for The Eastern baseball team will open up its 100th points that they will lose in their weak running events, season of play this weekend in Monroe, La., at the Akers said. The SEMO throwers are lead by 4-time Holiday Inn and Suites/Citgo Classic. OVC champion and national qualifier senior Jay The Panthers will be thrown into the fire right away Heddell. as they take on 2003 College World Series participant Tennessee State is lead by last year’s OVC Track Co- and former Mid-Continent Conference rival Athlete Nick Horton who leads the field in the 400 Southwest Missouri State on Friday. The two schools meter run. The Panthers will also have to look out for have met 35 times, with 34 coming when the teams their solid long sprinting crew, Akers said. were in the MCC from 1984 to 1990. SMS owns a 24-11 “We just need to go out and relax and perform,” all-time advantage over Eastern, but the schools have Akers said. “If we worry about performing than we not met since the Bears left the MCC in 1990. won’t.” Last season, SMS went 40-26 overall and 19-11 to In the women’s competition SEMO is is expected to win the Missouri Valley Conference and head to the be tough in the middle distances, Wallace said. their first ever CWS appearance. DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY STEPHEN HAAS Eastern’s Ronesha Franklin looks for a solid landing during the triple SEE BASEBALL ◆ Page 11A SEE LANTZ ◆ Page 11A jump finals Saturday at Lantz Fieldhouse. Eastern hosted the Eastern Quadrangular meet. 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I can~ appo1x0ciay1 .,,, .. ..,, Dmi \lalenzilroo, Verge editor Jeff Staber. Copy editor 0 11 THE VER GE Of THE WEE KEllO THE.DAILY Holy Henschen, Associate Verge editor Ben &wri. Page Destin EMrr.ERN .NEWS : .: ~"'Ml . Copy edi~ · $151ff,1\:Ta~ ...... ( , • t ...... , ' ! .'.'J','.': . .. ·.... I ...... • ·------~~~------· Friday, February 27, 2004 ON THE VERGE OF THE WEEKEND ◆ THE DAILY EASTERN NEWS 3B ‘blog-u-menting’ lives online gains popularity ◆ Web logs have given a friends that after “blog-u-menting” her quest and gains acceptance as a viable generation of young made blog- to cook more than 500 Julia form of expression, limitations people the chance to ging most Child recipes in a single year. of the medium are quickly appealing. After her journal received an falling away. place their most pri- Contratto, a overwhelming response from “(Blogs) compare as an equal vate moments on the Florida readers, she was offered a pub- to any other form of medium native, said lishing deal from Little, Brown such as paper journals, or art or Internet with mixed his journal and Company. whatnot,” said junior family results pro- One blogger, going under the services major Lauren moniker Mimi Smartypants, Hastings. “The nice thing about was offered a deal from Harper online journals is that we are an By Ben Erwin Internet driven society so we STAFF WRITER have a better chance of “making the time” to For the vides an easy way to write in an Internet past five not only share his life (journal) and express our- years, Web with friends selves.” sites like live- dispersed journal.com, open- through- diary.com and a host of others out the coun- have given new meaning to the Tapping try, but to concept of airing one’s dirty easily hear laundry by offering anyone with a rare demographic back from a computer the opportunity to Although a pair of men were them as write to a theoretical audience largely responsible for creating well. of millions of leering viewers. OpenDiary and LiveJournal “They These Web logs, also called respectively, initial blogger can access blogs, are the online equivalent demographics consisted largely my journal of a diary containing an owner’s of females between the ages of and can most personal thoughts, opin- 16 and 22. instantly ions or commentary on life, in According to Ableson, read about general. Blogs have continually OpenDiary was typically traf- my adven- gained popularity with users ficked by, in his estimation, 90 tures, misad- and garnered a certain level of percent women. As the medium ventures and notoriety, as a generation of has progressed, however, he the occa- Where to start young people have found self said more men are getting sional expression and communication involved, as blogging is moving rant,” The number of blogging sites in the most public forums. past the concept of keeping a he said. has grown alongside the vast Blogs have been labeled as simple diary and is now more This number of users for the last 5 simply egocentric and pointless often used to communicate with ability to PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY STEPHEN HAAS years. Each site offers a variety at their worst or a complement friends, rant about life and keep connect on of features, options and tem- to other electronic media, serv- a record of events. Ableson said a personal plates, but all of them are slightly ing to unite people over any dis- OpenDiary is now much closer level seems central to many different. While the true number tance at best. None of these to an even ratio between men bloggers, especially those away Collins UK based on writings of online journal sites remains monikers, however, truly seem and women, with female users from family and friends. While chronicling her life. uncounted, five sites constitute to fit either the Web sites just edging out men. blogs have been blithely labeled “I feel very guilty about this the vast majority of blogs. responsible for giving writers LiveJournal, likewise, is dom- as merely self-indulgent by book thing because many such freedom or the individuals inated by woman. some, the ability to communi- incredibly-worthy authors LiveJournal.com: who keep online journals for a Approximately 65 percent of all cate quickly, efficiently and struggle and suffer to get their LiveJournal offers the widest myriad of reasons. journalers are female. effectively is one of the medi- books published, and many variety of features of any blog- The other statistic that domi- um’s greatest appeals. more toil away at brilliant nov- ging sites. Users can form com- nates any discussion on blogging Online journals also stand as a els in obscurity,” she said via e- munities, list personal interests, A “revolution” in words is the overwhelming presence of record of events writers can mail. “I go blah-blah during my write a bio of themselves or While the purpose and useful- teenagers and early twenty- look back on months, or years, lunch hour on my happy little search for other uses through a ness of blogs is debatable, the somethings. Both OpenDiary later to examine an event or sim- subdomain, writing something variety of means. growing population of bloggers and LiveJournal are dominated ply a time period in life. This pri- that is not a book, and out of the Users can find one another by in the past five years is unques- by journalers between 16 and 23, vate communication is part of blue comes a publishing con- interest, e-mail address, user tionable. and Ableson chalked up blog- the more personal, solitary tract.” name, location or Instant Although more than a dozen ging’s popularity with the age aspects of blogging also appeal- Messenger screen name. Diaries journaling-centered sites offer group as a generational anom- ing to many users. are free to start, although a pay countless prospective writers aly. “I started (my) journal The inevitable backlash option is available, which offers the opportunity to raise their “I think that the current gen- because it’s a way to express Despite millions of users, access to picture servers and proverbial voice, the two largest eration of teens and twenties what’s been going on,” said many have mocked or lam- greater design options. are unquestionably OpenDiary grew up with the Internet and Nicole Durdon, a freshman ele- pooned online journals and those LJ also offers the option of and LiveJournal, both of whom are therefore more comfortable mentary education and special who keep them. making journals private or to boast millions of writers. living in it,” he said. “They’ve needs major. “And it’s known “The Onion,” for instance, has ensure access is open only to LiveJournal, which tauts itself developed friendships and rela- that you get the best results written a pair of pieces mocking friends, so random access is as an “online community” rather tionships through IM (Instant from expressing your thoughts “pathetic” users chronicling impossible. than a mere blog site, was creat- Messenger) and e-mail, and in writing.” their trials and tribulations with ed in March 1999 by then com- online journaling is just another This element of self-examina- tears and vile rants. A number DeadJournal.com: puter science major Brad logical step in keeping their tion also is central to Jessica Lu, of anti-blog and parody sites also DeadJournal is a carbon copy Fitzpatrick. LiveJournal was lives online.” a freshman speech communica- have sprung up as the supposed of LiveJournal, with a more originally an offshoot of Andy Greenwald, a frequent tion major, who uses blogging as culture of online journaling has macabre style. Created using the Fitzpatrick’s own site designed contributor to “Spin” and the a way to chronicle events in her become rife for mockery. software designed by simply for he and his friends. author of the emo and blogging- life and as a means of self- Even when a “legitimate” LiveJournal creator Brad After less than a year in opera- centered tome “Nothing Feels expression. “It’s nice to get stuff news sources like MSNBC cre- Fitzpatrick, DeadJournal offers tion, though, LiveJournal had Good,” agreed adding that blog- out,” she said. “I like going back ated blogs for anchors and the same features as LiveJournal grown to house more than ging also is an attempt at and reading about stuff I had interns, the station came under with greater access to personal 100,000 users and claimed near- empowerment for young people. forgotten about.” fire from viewers who felt the- site design changes and smaller ly 1,000 new members each day “What kids want at that age is Whatever the purpose, the journals presented journalists in communities. during its first two years. to be taken seriously,” he said fact is the myriad of blogging an unflattering light. The site currently lists almost via telephone, “and that’s what sites are gaining popularity each Representatives from OpenDiary.com: three million members with … these diaries allow.” day, as more young people find MSNBC, MTV and “The Onion” OpenDiary offers author-find- almost a million “active” jour- The appeal is becoming more empowerment in this mutating were unavailable for comment. ing features and blogging circles, nals. than merely an American trend, form of self-expression. as well as consistently updated LiveJournal’s largest competi- however, as LiveJournal and “Some do it to work through community news, weekly themes tor, OpenDiary, launched in OpenDiary both host users from personal problems they may be The future of the medium and diary choices. The site also October of 1998 with a number Europe, Asia and Australia. having. Some do it to connect Journaling may be overtly highlights a series of journals of individuals, including current with other people. Some do it to self-involved, but any concern to each day and a list of the most curator Bruce Ableson, con- get some feedback from peers what this means to the individ- recently updated journals. tributing to the site’s creation Airing a little dirty laundry about their lives. Some are writ- ual writing is irrelevant, as blog- While journals are free, a ver- and subsequent success. In six For many bloggers, journal- ers looking for an outlet,” ging continues to be a growing sion appearing sans pop-up ads years, the site is home to more ing is a delicate balance of Ableson said. “The primary pur- outlet for many young people can be purchased for a few dol- than 2 million journals with chronicling daily life, keeping in pose is expression, whether that despite such criticism. And lars a month. updates being made every four touch with friends or simply let- expression is telling the world while no one knows for sure seconds, Ableson said. ting off a little steam. about the bad day they just had where the personal stories, polit- DiaryLand.com: As he noted, OpenDiary was For Antonia Dauster, a first or publishing a piece of poetry ical activism or professional DiaryLand offers many of the the first site of its kind to offer year graduate student in the his- for the world to see.” writing associated with blogging features of LiveJournal, but the extensive interaction torical administration program, will end, the medium is finally doesn’t offer the same access to between users that have, in a LiveJournal serves all of these gaining a bit of credibility as old other members. The cost of cre- many cases, made blogging so purposes. Turning a blog into a career myths are dispelled and new ating a journal is free, but layout popular. “(My journal) started out as a For a select few, an obsession writers arrive daily. and search options are limited by “By adding the opportunity way to keep in touch with my with blogging can turn into a “They’re not all people locked the site’s design. for diarists to gather together in best friend,” she said. “As I kept career in writing. In the last in their rooms who can only a community and communicate using it, I realized how much I three years, a handful of writers communicate through their key- Blogger.com: with each other, we expanded liked keeping track of things have gleaned book deals from board,” Ableson said of the aver- Blogger.com offers fewer the medium to another level,” that had happened to me. It’s obsessive journaling, ranging in age blogger. “Online diarists are options than the aforementioned Ableson said. “(Sites like these nice to be able to write some- subject from elaborate cooking all real people with real lives sites, but authors have greater are) nothing short of a revolu- thing and get feedback on it, be projects to personal nocturnal outside the Internet, and it’s access to personalizing their tion in the way people can write it a rant about school or a ques- exploits. reading about those real lives journals. The site is infrequently and communicate with one tion about cooking.” Julie Powell, a former secre- that makes the medium so inter- updated and less user-friendly another.” For graduate student James tary from New York, turned her esting.” than other blogging sites, but has Contratto, it was the ability to personal boredom and love of As journaling proliferates a simple, clean layout and simple keep tabs on far-reaching blogging into a writing career itself in a larger demographic navigation. 4B ON THE VERGE OF THE WEEKEND ◆ THE DAILY EASTERN NEWS Friday, February 27, 2004

DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY STEPHEN HAAS A youth group at Immanuel Lutheran Church participates in a bible study and question-and-answer session at the student center of the church on Ninth Street after a group of students went to see the opening of "The Passion of the Christ" Wednesday evening at the Kerasotes Showplace 8 Theatre in Mattoon. Youth group believes then sees lessons of ‘Passion’ By Tim Martin SENIOR REPORTER The movie’s first-day ticket in line to see “The Passion” in because we were watching some- from how non-Christians would sales ranged from $20 to $25 mil- Theater No. 1. one we knew personally,” said watch the movie to what they At 8:54 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, lion. Some religious groups have Minutes before the movie began, Jaime Rascher, a communications thought the lasting impressions 14 members from the Immanuel made news because they are buy- a theater employee warned the disorders and sciences graduate would be. Lutheran Church youth group ing large quantities of tickets. For crowd. student at Eastern. “I’d like to think Jesus died from smiled as the flash of a camera lit example, Mike and Matt Southards “This movie is very, very pow- Naturally, after the viewing, the a clean cut, holy death,” said Libby up the lobby of ShowPlace 8. It was of First Christian Church in erful,” she said. No previews pre- group asked one another if “The Murray, a teacher of Immanuel one of those grinning photos you’d Charleston purchased the entire ceded the movie; the opening scene Passion” was a good film. No one Lutheran’s high school class, who see taken in front of a tourist theater — some 283 tickets — for a began a few minutes past the shook his or her head no. came to get perspective from col- attraction. March 7 showing of “The Passion.” scheduled 9:30 p.m. showing. Back at the Immanuel Lutheran lege-aged students. “But after To many religious groups, Mel On Wednesday night, however, As the movie unfolded and the Student Center, the smell of Papa watching this, how cold you not be Gibson’s “The Passion of the one smaller group of 14 from gruesomeness increased, group John’s pizza filled a brightly lit grateful of Christ’s sacrifice?” Christ” is more than a movie: it’s an Immanuel Lutheran attended. members, along with the audience, room with two billiard tables in the The consensus was “The experience. Similar to the Statue of With the smell of buttery pop- became queasy. The smiles pres- back and a big-screen television to Passion” wasn’t a movie, but an Liberty or the Sistine Chapel, peo- corn in the air, a meandering line ent during the group photo had dis- the side. experience; watched more like ple want proof they were there. of people formed waiting to snatch appeared. Entertainment, however, was not education than entertainment. Greg Witto, Immanuel Lutheran up the best seats before ShowPlace Instead, members covered their the reason the group gathered here “The movie brings it all to life so pastor and youth group leader, 8’s 9:30 p.m. showing of “The mouths like they were coughing after midnight following movie. much more,” said Rascher. “It’s not believes the movie will end up Passion.” One group member during the most graphic of scenes. Students had put homework aside just a movie.” being “one of the greatest evangel- described it as more an event than One woman pulled her shirt collar for another type of lesson: one ism tools of our day.” If seeing is a movie. above her eyes, while others sim- about Jesus’ sacrifice as depicted believing, Witto may be correct in “I think the movie will offer a ply looked away. in the movie. his assumption, as many people real opportunity to get more of the “The Passion” lasted for two The group’s discussion ranged previously have only encountered story as they begin the season of hours and six minutes: but, nobody Christ’s crucifixion from reading Lent,” Witto said. “I don’t know if clapped at the end of this movie – the Bible. I’m feeling excitement, but I’m they cried. The movie, based on Christ’s envisioning more of a spiritual The audience watched the final 12 hours on Earth, was taken type of experience.” names of the credits roll down the from gospel readings. Critics have The movie’s accuracy to the screen as tears rolled down their said recent teachings and media Bible’s text, as well as the antici- faces. Those most emotionally depictions of the crucifixion have pated gruesomeness, played on the moved left the theater with red, been watered down from reality. psyches of some members before teary eyes. The lesser affected “It’s one thing to believe a cer- the show. stared blankly off into space. tain historical event occurred,” “I’m sure I will be shutting my An outsider might think the said assistant philosophy professor eyes a few times,” said Julie group had just left a funeral, not a Grant Sterling. “It’s another thing Kleinschmidt, a sophomore movie. to actually see it.” accounting major, while standing But no, “this wasn’t just a movie,

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By Dan Valenziano “The Passion of the Christ” Herod. Caiaphas was the person VERGE EDITOR in charge of the Jewish clergy – Director: Mel Gibson the ones who had Jesus arrested When I walked out of the the- Grade: A in the first place. It was obvious- ater after seeing Mel Gibson’s ly his intention to have Christ “The Passion of the Christ” I killed. Why? Because he threat- couldn’t talk. It was so moving ened the status quo. and disturbing at the same time. violent but no one made so much The fact of the matter is that House 900 Division I think that was the film’s pur- as a whisper when Gibson direct- Christians believe all of these 1/2 pose. Anyone who attended a ed “Braveheart,” in which char- occurrences to be preordained 4 Bedrooms, 1 Bath Christian church throughout acters had arms cut off and by God. That is to say, it is For Rent $900 per Month their youth was told in detail heads bashed in. The film is very nobody’s “fault” Jesus died, but Fall 2004 about the trials of Christ – but it disturbing. But, the point of the rather all part of the master plan E-mail for more information: • 10 or 12 Month Lease is completely different to see film is to disturb and unsettle the to save the human race from such vivid detail displayed on a viewers – to vividly show the eternal damnation. Even the film [email protected] • Washer & Dryer Included huge screen in front of one’s extreme sacrifice of one man to shows Jesus praying to God the or call: • Cable Ready face. save humanity. Father to carry out his will, not 847-718-4855 The film, as do other “Passion As a film, “Passion” is visually man’s. plays,” focuses primarily on the stunning, masterfully edited and There is a concern that the last 12 hours of Jesus’ life. ... well ... timelessly written. I release of this film will create “Passion” opens with Christ have never seen a movie that anti-Semitic feelings within the praying in the Garden of pulled my emotions in so many Christian community. I don’t Gethsemane just before he is directions all at once. believe that to be true. As I said captured and continues all the before, Christians believe the way through until his crucifix- Accuracy death of Christ was preordained ion, including a short scene of his People can debate the histori- by God. Modern Christians resurrection. Other than a few cal accuracy of the film until blame Jews for the death of short flashbacks – one to the last they are blue in the face, but the Jesus no more than modern Jews supper, the Sermon on the Mount film does hold as true as I have blame Egyptians for the enslave- and two to Jesus’ earlier life with ever seen to the gospels in the ment of their race. If some mis- his mother Mary, played by Maia Bible. “Passion,” as far as I can guided Christians do blame Jews Morgenstern. tell, is based primarily on the for the death of Christ, they do so I found the portrayal of Satan account found in the Gospel of while contradicting the very by Rosalinda Celentano to be John. Although the film is in basis of their religion. interesting. Even though Satan Latin and Aramaic, the subtitles does not appear as a physical follow most modern translations character in this part of scrip- of the scriptures very accurate- Violence ture, she (in this case) had previ- ly. The ways in which Jesus was This is, hands down, the most ously in the Gospels. tortured and crucified were also violent film I have ever seen. I The film also showed Judas very accurate to the accounts in saw “Passion” on the opening Iscariot, played by Luca Lionello, the bible. night and I noticed parents in a different light than most brought children of about 12 films. The gospels tell that Judas years old to view the film. Since was actually possessed by a or Anti-Semitism almost all of them surely hadn’t the devil when he betrayed Jesus People calling Gibson’s had the opportunity to view the to the Jewish clergy. The film “Passion” anti-Semitic have ref- movie previously, I was a bit shows him tormented by demons erenced the film’s treatment of taken aback. Some of the scenes before he commits suicide. Pontius Pilate, played by Bristo in the film, particularly the whip- Although Gibson’s “Passion” Shopov in contrast to the Jewish ping and crucifixion of Jesus, has received an enormous high priest Caiaphas, played by were so graphic, they made me amount of criticism from the Mattia Sbragia. In the Gospel of physically ill. Parents should press, I feel the majority of it is John, as well as the other definitely see “Passion” before unwarranted. The film itself has gospels, Pilate did not want to they decide to let their children been crucified as being overly have Jesus killed. Nor did King see it.

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By Luke Ryan humbly. He’s won the majority of the role and side with Penn. BEST ACTOR, SUPPORTING ROLE GUEST WRITER pre-Oscar awards, which would indicate Who will win: Tim Robbins (“Mystic that the Academy’s long-standing pen- River”). Robbins made a lot out of a tough One of the better-known quotes about chant for snubbing fantasy films and role, and more than held his own with Sean Hollywood comes from William Goldman, their directors is coming to an end. Penn. This performance didn’t blow any- screenwriting guru and Oscar winning Who should win: Peter Jackson BEST ACTRESS, LEADING ROLE body away, but it’s the writer of “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance (“Return of the King”). Who will win: Diane Keaton best of the bunch, and Kid” and “All the President’s Men.” The (“Something’s Gotta Give”). Academy voters who quote is simply this: “Nobody knows any- Possible surprises: Sofia Coppola This will be a bit of an upset, want to reward “Mystic thing.” And it’s absolutely true– every year is a darling right now, and “Lost but my River” in some form “sure things” turn into unmitigated disas- in Translation” proved her to gut will most likely cast ters and inconceivably pleasant surprises be the real deal as a director – their votes here. abound. she’s the smart money for an The Oscars are no different. The upset if the Academy is feel- Who should win: Tim favorites often differ from the most ing “less is more.” Robbins (“Mystic deserving, and there’s always a dark horse River”). nominee that comes through to take home a trophy. So, as a guy who spends his life BEST ACTOR,LEADING ROLE Possible surprises: Alec Baldwin has a lot “knowing nothing” and attempting to pre- Who feeling is the elderly of buzz as a sleeper surprise here, but he dict the unpredictable, I present to you my will win: Academy will reward wasn’t exceptional in The Cooler, and, “expert” forecast for the 2004 Academy Bill Keaton for her turn in a frankly, neither was the movie. Awards: Murray movie that focuses on (“Lost in being comfortable with Translation”). aging. Her previous win BEST ACTRESS, SUPPORTING ROLE BEST PICTURE Expect him to in this category came in a Who will win: Renee Zellweger (“Cold Who will win: “The win simply comedy as well (“Annie Mountain”). Like Robbins, Zellweger is Lord of the Rings: because the Hall”), and it seems Keaton the most deserving and will also garner a Return of the King.” Academy is has a “comeback” status of number of votes from people who loved Had Cold Mountain been looking forward to his acceptance sorts among the voters that her film and will be nominated, this would speech. “Lost in Translation” is will give her the edge. casting their support have been a much more the most critically rewarded here rather than in interesting race, as movie of the year, and it’s hard to Who should win: Charlize other categories. Miramax has a history of imagine anyone besides Murray Theron (“Monster”). Theron Beyond that, the pulling off big upsets at making it work. delivered the best perform- Academy tends to the Oscars, and Cold ance by an actress this year and reward those they feel Mountain was the second best picture of the Who should win: Sean Penn has won most of the major pre- have “earned” the year in my opinion. This is an award that has (“Mystic River”). Penn delivered Oscar awards in this category, award, and two non- been predicted for two years, after one of the most intense performanc- but the Academy may not be wins in the Best “Fellowship” failed to win in 2002. es in recent history, as well as the best ready to anoint her just yet. Actress category in the past make her a The buzz has been that the Academy of his career, and is by far and away She’s spent most of her career lock here. would wait for “Return of the King” and the most deserving in this category. relying on her looks rather than reward the trilogy as a whole. Regardless of However, there were moments in her acting chops, which is a Who should win: Renee Zellweger (“Cold the backstory, this is an enormous filmmak- “Mystic River” that he was so good, it blessing and a curse in this Mountain”). ing achievement that blows the rest of the took you out of the movie, which, case, especially since she’s not competition out of the water. when paired with his prickly reputa- at the level of popularity Julia Possible surprises: This category is tion, probably gives Murray enough Roberts was when she won for annually a crapshoot (it’s actually a sur- Who should win: “The Lord of the Rings: room to sneak through in this catego- “Erin Brockovich.” This is the prise when you aren’t surprised by the Return of the King.” ry. hardest category of the night to winner), but Zellweger is as close to a sure call, and Keaton’s long-term thing as there is. Possible surprises: If Peter Jackson does- Possible surprises: Johnny Depp career has a good chance of n’t win Best Director, an upset might be in (“Pirates of the Caribbean”) trumping the role of Theron’s The 76th annual Academy Award will air the air. Both Mystic River and Lost in has some momentum career. 8 p.m. EST Sunday. Translation could sneak in, although each going in, but if the would be a major surprise. Academy decides to editor’s note: Luke Ryan graduated from choose an “actor’s Possible surpris- Eastern in 2000 and is currently working as actor”, odds are es: None. This is a an executive at New Line Cinema where BEST DIRECTOR they’ll go with the two-horse race. he is currently executive producing the Who will win: Peter more dramatic forthcoming “Harold and Kumar go to Jackson (“Return of the White Castle” and “King’s Ransom.” King”). The trilogy was PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ACADEMY OF MOTIONS PICTURE ARTS AND SCIENCES the most massive directo- The Oscar, cinema’s most prized award, stands as a tiny gold testament to acheivement. But rial undertaking in histo- if Marisa Tomei has one how much could it really be worth? ry, and Jackson pulled it off masterfully and Hopeful candidates prep for Miss Black EIU

By Nicole Detoye journalism pro- STAFF WRITER fessor Annette Samuels will be One of three contestants will be judges for the crowned Saturday at the Black competition. Student Union’s 33rd Annual Miss Wayne said Black EIU pageant. she dedicated The pageant will begin at 7 p.m. more than $250 in the Grand Ballroom of the and much time Martin Luther King Jr. University toward the pag- Samantha Lampton Union. The three contestants will eant . be competing for the Miss Black “I’ve gained a EIU title along with scholarships new outlook on and gift certificates. people who run The contestants include fresh- in pageants as a man finance major Tracey Wayne, career,” she junior marketing major Ladonna said. Murphy and junior special educa- “It takes a lot tion major Samantha Lampton. of time and dedi- “I have rehearsals outside of the cation.” pageant from 4-6(p.m.), then pag- She said the eant rehearsal 6-8,” Wayne said. dedication hasLadonna Murphy Wayne dedicates so much prepa- been worthwhile. ration time because the pageant has “I have gained four categories. so much more “(The categories are) creative respect for peo- expression, when the contestants ple who get talk about current issues or issues involved in pag- that interest them; African eants,” she said. Garment, when they do a voice- “You have to over describing what their heritage want it bad means to them and they model gar- enough to sacri- ments; the talent category, when fice things you they showcase a talent; and the wouldn’t nor-Tracey Wayne evening gown and impromptu ques- mally sacrifice.” tion category,” said Monique Cook- Cook-Bey described the pageant Bey of the Student Life Office. as a celebration of African Eastern President Lou Hencken, American culture from a woman’s professor of early childhood ele- perspective. mentary and middle education “It’s not only for African Mildred Pearson, director of the American women,” she said. “But Gateway Program Don Dawson, anyone that can identify with the DAILY EASTERN NEWS PHOTO BY COLIN MCAULIFFE director of office of civil rights and struggles of African American The winner and second runner-up of last year’s Miss Black EIU competition share a moment onstage. diversities Cynthia Nichols and women.” Friday, February 27, 2004 ON THE VERGE OF THE WEEKEND ◆ THE DAILY EASTERN NEWS 7B Riptones, Trip Daddys offer variety Saturday

By Holly Henschen “It’s nostalgic to come ASSOCIATE VERGE EDITOR back and visit EIU Saturday night The Riptones traveling with the will tear into town, joined by the Trip Daddys, at Friends & Co. Riptones. When I was The Riptones’ sound is “roots/rock/surf/ a student, I played swing/country/blues/rockabilly or any combination thereof,” many of the local according to Michael Krasovech, the band’s vocalist and lead gui- clubs.” tarist. -Michael Krasovechis Krasovech is also an Eastern alum. He graduated from Eastern through the years,” Krasovech in 1991 with a b.a. in communica- said. “And because we enjoy tions. Krasovech has owned a drinkin’ beer and acting like magic and guitar shop in the idiots from time to time. We’re Chicago suburbs for 5 years. hoping the experience will live up “It’s nostalgic to come back and to the somewhat hazy memories visit EIU traveling with the of our last trips down.” Riptones,” Krasovech said. Opening for The Riptones is “When I was a student, I played The Trip Daddys. many of the local clubs.” The St. Louis band consists of The band also includes Jeb Craig Straubinger on guitar and Bonansinga on vocals and guitar, vocals, Jamey Almond on bass Earl Carter on bass and touring and vocals and Joe Meyeron drummer Kurt Weisend. drums. Their last self-released The Riptones’ influences CD, “The Trip Daddy’s v. Dead include Freddie King, The Celebrities- Live at the Way Out Fabulous Thunderbirds, ZZ Top Club,” came out in August 2003. and Henry Mancini. According to the band Web “We’ve toured England and site, The Trip Daddys opened for Scotland and the US from Seattle renowned Los Angeles punkers X to Philadelphia to Austin,” at the Chicago House of Blues Krasovech said of his Chicago- July 2003. based band. The Riptones, based in Chicago, will perform at Friends & Co. Saturday. Eastern alum Michael Krasovech The Riptones and Trip Daddys The Riptones have toured with plays lead guitar and sings in the band. show, scheduled to begin at 10 Brian Setzer, Marshall Crenshaw, Their sixth and most recent Krasovech welcomes the Charleston for the respect and p.m., has a $4 cover. Friends & Co. Los Straightjackets and Robbie release is the instrumental “Slant return to his alma mater. admiration of a core group of fans is located at 509 Van Buren Ave, Fulks, among others. Six.” “We enjoy coming down to that have hung in there for us near the Square. Spill(ing) and coffee a good combo Saturday By Karen Kirr SENIOR WRITER Bailey, an Eastern student who Bailey said Spill recorded a demo “It will be awesome,” he said. give shop the luxury of hosting helped form the band a year and a in St. Louis, and hopes to bring its “My hope is to one day do two various styles and genres of music. Despite the ongoing expansion half ago, said Pearl Jam, Neil music to bars such as The shows at once. To have two differ- “We can have a full band when work at Jackson Avenue Coffee, Young and Tom Petty songs com- Uptowner and Friends in the ent styles playing at once. It is not we get the back room,” Kubicek weekly acoustic music sets will prise the glut of the covers Spill future. something we will be known for, said. “It will change our style, but continue with rockers Spill enter- performs. Besides providing a fun, enter- but it is something I would like to we are ready for that.” taining java drinkers Saturday. Although the band will deviate taining atmosphere to java try.” Kubicek said the expansion will “This is the first time they will from their edgy rock n’ roll style to drinkers, Bailey said the band also Proving to be popular, the provide atmosphere that satisfies be playing (at Jackson Avenue an acoustic jam. Bailey said he and anticipates increasing the number acoustic sets have been a mainstay the exclusively coffee-drinking Coffee),” Evan Kubicek, manager the remainder of the quartet are of people privy to Spill by playing at the coffee shop. Kubicek said he crowd, as well as customers there of Jackson Avenue Coffee, said of up to the challenge of trying some- at the venue. came to the realization that expan- for both java and bands. the band. Spill will perform from 8 thing new. “It will be a fun setting,” Bailey sion was inevitable for Jackson to “Sometimes we have people that p.m. until 10 p.m. “Even (Kubicek) brought it up said. accommodate of all of its guests. will come and they just want to Spill, comprised of vocalist Brad and we thought it would be fun to With Jackson Avenue Coffee’s “The addition will double our read,” he said. “One part of the Warren, lead guitarist Brandon try,” Bailey said. “It will change expansion work in full-force since seating,” he said. “It was getting so room will be quiet and the back Rubman, percussionist Derek our style, but we are ready.” early February, Kubicek said he crowded, if we wanted to have will be music.” Bailey and guitarist George Spill brings some new blood to already is giddy about the music anymore, we had to Jackson Avenue Coffee, located Huntington, will perform a stack the Charleston music scene, hav- revamped, enlarged version of the expand.” at 708 Jackson Ave., does not have of original songs before delving ing played just five gigs in the shop. The expansion is slated to be A built-in sound system will a cover charge policy, so entrance into a string of covers. town thus far. But despite that fact, unveiled by April. come with the addition. This will is free to the public.

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Don’t be Scared to Get lucky. ADVERTISE in the DEN... Advertise in the Daily Eastern News call today 581-2816 581-2816 8B ON THE VERGE OF THE WEEKEND ◆ THE DAILY EASTERN NEWS Friday, February 27, 2004 Nil8 and The Pimps - smack dab in Lincoln Land By Holly Henschen said. “When we get together, we eat ASSOCIATE VERGE EDITOR rhubarb pie.” Nil8’s brotherly affection for Illinois punk veterans Nil8, their gigging buddies is reciprocat- joined by The Goodyear Pimps, ed by The Goodyear Pimps. will converge on Charleston Friday “I’d take a bullet for each one of night at Friends & Co. the guys in that band,” said Tony Nil8, from Springfield, currently Crisman, The Pimps bassist. The consists of founders Bruce and groups have known each other for Jeff Williams, both on vocals, bass 10 years, he said. and guitar respectively, Gary Though the Pimps are no Brammer on guitar and Wes strangers to touring, this will be Selinger on drums. the group’s debut performance in Nil8 played its first show nearly Charleston. The band biography 20 years ago, “but we couldn’t get said its members have played into bars, so the only event we more than 150 shows yearly since could play was the Rock Against 2000. Reagan show,” Jeff Williams said. “We’re really excited to get in The Williams brothers have kept there (Charleston),” Crisman said. the band alive through four releas- “Plus, we’re playing with our best es, a live album and a slew of friends.” drummers and guitarists. The band has encountered diffi- “We have had probably 46 lineup culties with the an essential group changes because of: death, turning element– a name. When The traitor for a piece of tail, moving, Goodyear Pimps applied for a girlfriends, monkeys beating the copyright on the title, protest arose holy heck out of members until from the tire company that owns they are forced to jump ship,” said the blimp by the same name. guitarist and vocalist Jeff Goodyear claimed the group Williams. “diluted and tarnished the Brammer, from fellow Goodyear name,” Crisman said. Springfield band MAG, has been PHOTO BY JOHN HICKS “We’re kind of like little kids that playing guitar with Nil8 for one got in trouble by their parents,’ Nil8 vocalist/guitarist Bruce Williams performs with a sockmonkey-hobbyhorse hybrid. Nil8 will play Friends Friday. and a half years, Jeff Williams Crisman said. The band has slowly said. When Brammer moved to started using the Goodyear name Portland in April, Damon Sopper, ing members. The origin of the shows. “The monkeys will come releases. Nil8 is currently undecid- as time progressed and Goodyear also from MAG, will take the gui- band’s connection with the stuffed out sometime,” he said. “But most ed on a record label for the new was paying less attention, he said. tarist’s slot. Selinger is another footwear is simple and slightly dis- are currently not going on the road album. Both Nil8 and The Pimps are well- band transplant from The Timmys. turbing. with us. A few stay on the bus year- The band has played with known for their performance antics. Some members of the group, “Someone threw a (sock)monkey round.” Rockford’s The Goodyear Pimps “We try to melt that stage away though inanimate, have been on stage once,” Jeff Williams said. Jeff Williams said the band is on many occasions. from the audience,” and make them around longer than others. The “But it looked like it had been putting the finishing touches “May “We have been friends with The part of the show, Crisman said. homemade toys sockmonkeys soaked with dear old grandma’s the Force Be With You, Pimps for longer than any other Set to begin at 10 p.m., the show have become mascots for Nil8. very urine.” Blubberpuss,” set to include at band I can think of that are still will have a $3 cover charge. They have been part of the band Cleaner sockmonkeys soon least 18 tracks. It may also feature playing shows,” Jeff Williams said. Friends is located at 509 Van Buren longer than most of the 46 revolv- began to accompany the band to songs from previous out-of-print “We love those gardeners,” he Street, near The Square. Chili Jam benefit to be reheated Sunday at Roc’s

By April McLaren even wrote a blues song about the her real concern is the aftermath. she spent time searching for effi- bonds, free catering from STAFF WRITER cancellation. “The biggest issue is to make cient and affordable health care “What’s Cookin,” a 4-foot mer- Spoon said the goal of the event sure the new act is followed for herself. maid sculpture and jewelry. You can grab the biggest spoon is to raise money to “try to pass through correctly,” she said. While researching the health Spoon also will be making veg- possible, dive into the spicy bowl the Advocated Health Care Spoon said most people say care system, she “found out a lot etarian vegetable soup as a nutri- of warmth your chilled body is Justice Act in Illinois, which they cannot afford universal of incredible things and how bro- tious and meatless alternative for craving and put your money to would guarantee affordable, health care, and she wants to ken the system really is.” vegetarians in attendance. charitable use while doing so. accessible care for everyone in switch the system and get some- The Jam will be featuring local For those with a sweet tooth, The first Chili Jam to benefit state.” thing “affordable and accessible” bands Miscellaneous Jubilee Jam there will be a bake sale during more affordable health care will She explained the act was pre- for everyone. Band, Rural Kings, Mother Load, the event. take place Sunday at Roc’s viously defeated in the state “Everyone is paying too much Rumble Shack Orchestra, The donations from Roc’s Blackfront. Senate by one vote. for too little,” she said. Rockford Barns, Ryan Groff and owner, Mike Knoop, made the The Jam was originally “No one even knows about it,” Spoon explained 20 percent of Reverend Robert. event possible, Spoon said. planned for Jan. 25 before she said. “We want to get the the people in Coles County are “He’s the best acoustic guitar Knoop is dedicating his time to unwanted snow and ice bombard- word out and convince the Senate currently uninsured. player in the area,” Spoon said make the chili, paying his staff ed the Charleston area. to pass it.” “That means one out of five about Robert. and donated the building for the The event’s coordinator, Becky “The bill said they will study people who have pneumonia won’t Prizes will be given away at the benefit. Spoon, said it was not easy spend- the problem and implement the go to the hospital for it,” she said. Jam, such as an overnight trip to The event will take place 3 p.m. ing that snow-filled day running solution by 2007,” Spoon said. Spoon said she first became Eagle Creek State Park in Sunday and admission is $10 for around on the phone. She said she If the bill is passed, Spoon said interested in health care when Shelbyville, three $50 saving adults and $5 for children. GUIDE TO BETTER LIVING CONCERT CALENDAR

Fri. Feb. 27 Spring break on a broken budget ◆ Nil8 w/ The Sun. Feb. 29 Goodyear Pimps ◆ Chili Jam ◆ 40 Below Friends & Co. Top of the Roc Summer Spring Break is less than three weeks 10 p.m. 3 p.m. Pop’s Nightclub, away. If you haven’t decided on plans for Holly Henschen ◆ Get Rich Quick Scheme Sauget your seven days of freedom, there is no ASSOCIATE VERGE EDITOR You’re stuck with no cash to fritter ◆ Pennywise 7:30 p.m. better time than now. One common factor away on a week of blissful partying. But House of Blues ◆ Brent Byrd in spring break choice tends to be fund- your globetrotting friends will be jealous Chicago All Acoustic ing. I present you with these money-sav- when they return if you are fanning your- 6:15 p.m. Sunday ing vacation destinations, in hopes that all thrilling degree of anxious excitement to self with a wad of bills, while they are The Uptowner Eastern folks, no matter how filthy rich your spring break adventure. Don’t for- exhausted and penniless. ◆ Split Lip 9-11p.m. or dirt poor, can enjoy spring break like get a crazy Neal Cassidy-like sidekick to You could sell your soul to the highest Rayfield Cowboy Monkey, the head of a government. share your youthful exploits. Also, bring bidder on eBay. But that wouldn’t fill the ◆ Cannibal a can of mase for safety and a peace entire week, and I hear Satan only trades Champaign ◆ 8 p.m. Corpse Camping offering to share with the obliging driv- in euros these days. You could also sell House of Blues Low on funds? Camping is a cheap ers who you hope will pick you up. But your plasma for $25. But you can only do Sat. Feb. 28 Chicago alternative to pricey hotel stays. It can be leave the trenchcoat and ski-mask at that twice a month. ◆ The Riptones 6:15 p.m. even more thrifty to brave the great out- home. A clever little moneygrubber will scan The Tripdaddys doors in someone else’s backyard. Most the “Lost and found” section of the local ◆ Friends & Co. students (and possibly some professors) Take a walk classifieds. Take up the responsibility of 10 p.m. will be out of town for break. They won’t Here’s a spiritual journey for you, just sleuthing out the items that advertise a mind if you inhabit their lawn because what every student wants on spring reward. When you find that lost puppy or they won’t be able to tell you were there break. Pull on your strongest shoes and wallet or child, call and inquire about until you’re already gone (or hopefully pick your favorite direction. Now walk your loot. Should the compensation be leaving). You can utilize their patio furni- that way for three and a half days. Then less than fitting for your hard work, tell ture for outdoor comfort (hammocks turn around, and walk back. On your the loser to increase the reward, or it’s rock).Try to scope out a home with a fire adventure of epic proportions, you will be curtains for Fluffy. Happily collect your pit for instant party fun and the magic of free from the stresses of academia, as cash, or follow through on the diabolical hot food. Bring your own hose and cur- well as those of comfort and shelter. This threat. There. Hopefully, you’ve done a tain for simulated showers, or patchouli leaves ample time to ponder the myster- good deed, kept busy during break and for that psuedo-hippie feel. ies of life, like “Why are we here?” and made some moolah. “Why does Charleston water taste like I hope I’ve been a good travel agent to ◆ Hitching moldy dirt and fish?” To achieve added the broke with this handy-dandy guide. Make like Kerouac and give your surrealism, forgo food for the week. I’ll be flying away for break, not hitch- thumb some exercise “On the Road” Without the responsibility of digestion, ing or walking, but don’t get any funny style. Hitchhiking is less common and your brain will encounter sensations ideas about camping in my backyard – acceptable now than it was in the 1950s, never before imagined. Note: No matter my roommate will be home. May God no thanks to psychotic murderers who how they insist, do not, repeat, do not lick have mercy on your soul if you are stuck used the glorious form of transportation any toads on your 7-day stroll. in Chuck counting tumbleweeds for a to satisfy their bloodlust. This will add a week.