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kaTie loVeTT history, Old Testament, New Testament, lab Staff Writer science, mathematics and foreign language. Requirements in the arts and social sciences Most Davidson students know Dr. did not exist. Hansford Epes as the college Registrar, the “The art department was in the “back up advisor” to email frantically about downstairs rooms of Phi Hall,” Epes WebTree. But thousands of alumni, faculty recalls. “That’s not a lot of space, especially and staff have known him as an integral compared to the wonderful facility we have member of the Davidson community since today.” 1957, when he arrived on campus for his In terms of campus layout, students freshman year of college. navigated the campus quite differently back While Davidson’s current physical then. The library occupied the Sloan Music landscape certainly differs from its 1957 Building, while the music building stood in counterpart, its core values and principles Cunningham Theatre Center’s current home. have remained intact. The visual arts shared several small houses, “I return to the trick I frequently use fondly known as “cardboard village,” which when I talk to parents,” Epes said. “What I were originally built for married students. will usually say is that the more interesting “Most of the time we have repurposed question is how Davidson has stayed buildings,” he said. “We recycle them a lot.” the same. That allows you to talk about One story that highlights this tradition is the some very, very good things that have not relocation of the library in the 1930s from changed. How has it changed? When I its previous home in the Carnegie Guest came as a freshman, you [Katie] would not House. have been here. Nobody of a different color “That’s why it’s the Carnegie Guest than you would have been here. About nine House,” Epes said. “Mr. Carnegie didn’t hundred of you would not have been here run around the country giving colleges since the student body was around 1,000.” guest houses, he ran around the country The curriculum offered in the early giving colleges libraries. The story is told 1960s also differed signifi cantly from the that books were moved from what’s now offerings students currently browse through the guest house to the previous library in each semester. As Epes puts it, “It wasn’t Sloan by just getting the whole student body the buffet.” Distribution requirements and faculty lined up across campus passing consisted of two semesters each of English, Dr. Hansford Epes, college Registrar and cherished community member, will leave David- British literature, European or American See REGISTRAR, page 4 son after being a part of the campus since 1957. Photo by Tripp Bartholomew Majoring in Job Thomas: cherished professor set to retire

lYla halsTed history courses. Senior Staff Writer “When I fi rst came to Davidson, they were just starting to admit women. It was Job Thomas, Director of the South a much more regional college, and some Asian Studies Program, Professor of His- students had never seen a foreign profes- tory and Affi liated Professor of Art His- sor before. They even complimented me on tory is retiring at the end of this year. Dr. my good English,” he quipped. Thomas fi rst came to Davidson in 1972 While most students agree that Dr. as a visiting professor after receiving his Thomas is a very demanding instructor, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the there are quite a few students who feel a University of Madras in India. He returned very strong connection to him, includ- to Davidson after receiving his Ph.D. from ing Claire Ittner ’13. “There are a few of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor as us who like to say that we majored in Job a full-time professor. He has been teaching Thomas at Davidson,” Ittner said. “‘His- at Davidson ever since. tory’ or ‘South Asian Studies‘ or ‘Art His- Dr. Thomas has felt himself a part of tory’ are only more universitarily accept- the Davidson community from the begin- able covers.” ning of his career here. When asked about While many students attest that Dr. his reasons for choosing Davidson, he ex- Thomas is perhaps one of the most chal- plained that he knew many Davidson pro- lenging professors at Davidson, others in- fessors from their visits to India prior to sist that he is so inspiring that they scramble taking the position here. The fi rst course he to take all the classes he offers. Some go so Job Thomas, Director of the South Asian Studies Program, is retiring at the end of this taught at Davidson was on Asian art, but he year. Photo by Tripp Batholomew then went on to teach both art history and See HAPPY, page 2

Senior Anna van Erven gave The men’s golf team placed Beloved professor of Music her senior recital this week. ninth at SoCon Men’s Golf Raymond Sprague will be re- The talented harpist thrilled Championships; players tiring at the end of this year af- the audience with renditions Richard Fountain ’14 and ter a dazzling career at David- of various classics. Van Er- John Skeadas ’13 were named son. Sprague began teaching at ven, an English major, is All-SoCon team. Freshman Davidson some thirteen years also heavily involved in the tennis player Nicky Kunz was ago. The campus will surely be Women’s Leadership Con- named to the All-Southern sad to see him leave. ference Committee. Conference Freshman Team

see ARTS, page 5 see SPORTS see NEWS, page 3 News Page 2 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Happy Trails: Thomas will retire from Davidson Continued from page 1 taking his Islamic Art course, said “It’s re- send people to India who would be unable also responsible for creating and nurturing ally great to have a professor who is as pas- to go otherwise,” he said. As a result of Dr. Davidson’s study abroad program in Chen- far as to say they feel not just sadness, but sionate about teaching as Dr. Thomas. He Thomas’ efforts, he was able to take people nai, India. We will be very sorry to see him panic at the prospect of his departure. goes out of his way to make sure everyone to India for the summer all expenses paid. retire, and we’re delighted he will be stay- This fierce loyalty might stem from the understands the material.” Besides his talents as a travel agent, ing nearby and, at least on occasion, teach- fact that Dr. Thomas frequently invites stu- Dr. Thomas is always poised and cour- Dr. Ligo praises his colleague’s incredible ing a course now and then at the College.” dents to his home, where he singlehanded- teous, from his suits to the food he fre- knowledge. “Sometimes when we visited a Dr. Thomas will be on campus next year ly cooks multicourse meals that have been quently presses into the hands of students site which provided guides, Job would cor- to facilitate the Semester in India program known to rejuvenate burned out students. in his office. Kaitlin visited his office last rect the guide. Eventually the guide would and to teach Survey of Asian Art in the “I would point out that the unusual fi- week to tell him she felt too ill to attend step back and Job would give [the] tour. I spring. After that, he says he might teach delity Dr. Thomas inspires in his students class. “He said that that was fine, he want- always look forward to seeing him; I know in India. He will be finishing his book on is due precisely to the kind of love and at- ed me to rest and then sent me away with that when I do something interesting is go- Gandhi and will likely be teaching, either tention that is tangible at one of his dinner three oranges to make sure that I was get- ing to happen.” here or in India, for many years to come. parties,” Ittner said. ting the Vitamin C I needed to get better,” “The working conditions [at Davidson] “To me, Dr. Thomas is the quintessen- “When he found out that I was a veg- she said. are unbelievably good, and students are tial Davidson professor,” Ittner said. “Not etarian he prepared almost an entirely He loans rare books to students, and very methodical, particularly for an un- only will he remember your name and separate meal for me every time I was at sometimes even gives them away. “What dergraduate program,” Dr. Thomas said. “I (though sometimes you wish he wouldn’t) his house to make sure I had enough to eat I will cherish and miss about Dr. Thomas have faced some of my worst crises here, your strengths and weaknesses, he will there and to fill tupperware to take back next year is his wit and his depth of person- and it was this community that provided also remember the comment you made in with me to campus,” Kaitlin Walker ’12 al kindness, the enlightening conversations me with tremendous support. I used to class, and will send you, weeks later and said. “He really cares about his students.” from which I always left with a book, an think that you had to be in a society that after you yourself have forgotten about This love and attention seems to mani- article to look up, a story or yes, occasion- was thousands of years old and be sur- it, an article and a short note—’I’ve been fest itself in a different way in his office ally, some leftovers” Ittner said. rounded by relatives to have that level of thinking about what you said.’” hours. He allows students to turn in papers Dr. Thomas has been involved in the support. I had it here instantly.” When asked if he had any final senti- early for feedback, and he sits with each Semester in India program for years, and “Davidson was one of the first liberal ments about his time at Davidson, Dr. one, sometimes for over an hour, discuss- he is frequently credited for his skills in arts colleges in the country to have a pro- Thomas, sitting in his office surrounded ing the work to ensure they understand the travel arrangement. Larry Ligo, Professor fessor of South Asian history, and Job has by figurines of famous works of Asian art material. Dr. Thomas explains this philoso- of Art History, is among those who have done a tremendous job,” Jonathan Berkey, given to him by students, said, “I do not phy the first day of his courses: “I believe if traveled to India with Dr. Thomas. Professor and Chair of History said. “He’s think there is a better place than this.” you are expected to pay such a high tuition, “The semester in India program cost you should be able to get the one on one less than the student’s tuition, so Dr. attention you paid for.” Thomas checked with the administration Kate LeGrand ’15, who is currently about the possibility of using the funds to Faculty Spotlight By Addie Balenger - Staff Writer

Dr. Mark Barsoum Professor of Biology

Mark Barsoum, Professor of Biol- the amount of content they are deliver- ogy, believes that teachers must strive ing, and instead emphasize that knowl- to learn just as much as students. As the edge in biology is generated through director of the Math and Science Cen- scientific research and experiments. The ter through the Center for Teaching and idea is to help train students in the type Learning (CTL), Barsoum specializes in of thinking that you have to do as a real science education scientist.” research. Collabo- He explains rating with other that his job in the faculty members, project is to “de- he assesses innova- sign the assess- tive teaching tech- ments that we use niques in addition in the classroom to teaching in the to see if the stu- Biology depart- dents are learn- In Next Week’s Issue... ment. ing what we hope Barsoum ar- they are learning, rived at Davidson and to compare Dr. Brown, Visiting Associate Professor of Chemistry, is three years ago, them to other stu- leaving Davidson College this year. not only to teach dents in sections but also to act as still using the old the first director of course.” However, the Math and Sci- this type of experi- ence Center. In this Photo by Tripp Bartholomew ment poses unique combined admin- challenges. “One istrative and faculty position, Barsoum class of students could be very different has the opportunity to teach as well as to coming in than other classes,” Barsoum continue his science education research. said. “We don’t always have the right He asserts, “teaching well can be im- controls in place to do this kind of re- proved and accomplished in a rigorous, search.” objective way.” Through his work with the CTL, His largest undertaking has been to Barsoum also arranges workshops assist the Department of Biology with and seminars for faculty members to the recent change of curriculum for the “[bring] speakers or Davidson faculty two introductory biology courses for members here to talk about teaching majors, Bio 111 and Bio 112. Professors techniques and effective teaching.” Malcolm Campbell and Chris Paradise Apart from his busy schedule teach- (biology) and Laurie Heyer (mathemat- ing and conducting research, he loves Check out next week’s issue of the Davidsonian for ics), “wrote a textbook that dramatically to play with his two young children, as an in-depth profile of the beloved professor. revolutionized what we consider an in- well as to spend time outdoors. On the troductory [biology] course to be,” Bar- weekends, Barsoum enjoys going to the soum said. “Their approach is to reduce theatre. News The Davidsonian Page 3 Indonesian Ambassador to visit campus next week Julie Coursen est Environmental Studies majors. With one Staff Writer of the largest Islamic cities in the world, Ja- karta, Indonesia, is an interesting subject for On Wednesday Apr. 25, the Indonesian religious studies, particularly in light of the Ambassador to the United States will visit Egyptian revolutions. In the wake of Chi- campus to hold a dinner forum with students na’s recent boom, Indonesia is in a unique and deliver a lecture. The ambassador, Dr. economic and political position. For these Dino Patti Djalal, is a nationally best-selling reasons, Wadhwa believes that Djalal’s lec- author, speechwriter and youth activist. ture will be an enjoyable and enlightening Davidson student Supriya Wadhwa ’13, experience for many. who worked with the Ambassador while Djalal, who has an extensive political interning with the Embassy, describes him and academic background, is also a “sweet as a “celebrity ambassador” who is very guy,” according to Wadhwa. While intern- popular among both politicians and the pub- ing with the embassy, she worked intimately lic. Djalal is known in Washington, D.C. with the Ambassador on several initiatives. specifically for his effective public speak- Wadhwa participated in the Davidson in ing, personality and key role as Indonesian Washington program during the summer be- Ambassador. tween her freshman and sophomore years. Wadhwa was passionate about bring- For interested Davidson students, Wad- ing the Ambassador to campus because she hwa noted that the ambassador would be believes in the multifaceted importance of happy to discuss opportunities for involve- Indonesia. “Many people that I talk to have ment. In her experience, she has found that no concept of where this place is or what its the Ambassador enjoys “student input and importance is,” said Wadhwa. To spark in- the youth environment.” She encouraged terest about Indonesia on campus, Wadhwa students to think of the embassy when con- and Dean Rusk invited the Ambassador to sidering internships, undergraduate scholar- lecture at Davidson. Although the Ambas- ships, and contact with Indonesia. sador is accustomed to speaking to much Djalal received his Doctoral Degree The Indonesian Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Dino Patti Djalal, will visit David- larger audiences, Wadhwa says that Djalal from the London School of Economics in son on Apr. 25. The Ambassador is a nationally best-selling author, speechwriter and agreed because of his commitment to youth youth activist. The Ambassador is very popular among both politicians and the public. Political Science, and he worked previously activism and culture. Photo courtesy of the Asia Pacific Defense Forum with the President on writing articulate and Wadhwa was originally interested in accessible speeches for the general public. Indonesia because she says Indonesia is a Ambassador himself will choose to run for Wadhwa believes that the Ambassador’s He has listed national unity in multicultural “good example of democratization.” After public office in the future. The subject of lecture will “appeal to a wide variety of peo- Indonesia as one of his priorities. He has years of totalitarian rule, Indonesia has suc- Djalal’s lecture has not yet been finalized, ple” because Indonesia is involved in many also worked on initiatives on environmen- cessfully transitioned to a democratic gov- but he will likely talk about the process of global issues. Since Indonesia has a wealth talism, security, youth affairs and globaliza- ernment. In fact, Wadhwa suspects that the democratization in Indonesia. of natural resources, the lecture will inter- tion. Sprague retires after thirteen years at Davidson

Talia Beechick 2000 which very much surprised him—the Staff Writer caller asked when he would like to have lunch with the architect. For those of you who know Professor This set in motion the founding of what of Music Raymond Sprague, it comes as no we know as “Sloan,” a building originally surprise that his response to “So, you are re- meant for both chemistry and music stud- tiring this spring, correct?” was “Yep! I’m ies but focuses more heavily now on music. riding off into the sunset with my cowboy Sprague played a vital role in this building’s boots on!” creation, helping with all the details rang- Known across campus for his conta- ing from color selection to helping meet the gious smile, extraordinary musical ability needs of everyone in the department. They and, of course, his infamous cowboy boots, broke ground in the summer of 2000 and, Sprague first arrived on Davidson’s campus by the fall of 2002, their project was com- in 1999. plete. Born just outside of New York City, “To this day, I’ve been to other schools— Sprague moved to New Hampshire at the we are very blessed to have this building,” age of four with his family and was raised Sprague said. on a dairy farm. After participating in band, Sprague believes his primary responsi- choir and a variety of sports teams through- bility is to advocate the needs of the faculty out high school (soccer, cross country and and to ensure the greatest overall experi- tennis, just to name a few), Sprague at- ence for the students. “What makes David- tended Williams College where he began son different,” reflects Sprague, “is the type to study chemistry. However, he soon made of students it attracts. The students here are a switch to “the dark side,” as he put it, really, really bright.” changing his major to music. One of his favorite memories from his “I’ve always wanted to teach,” says time at Davidson is last year’s performance Sprague. “It was just a matter of what I of Brahms’ Requiem. “It was a 40-year-old Professor of Music Raymond Sprague, pictured here directing a rehearsal, plans to wanted to teach.” retire this year, or, as he put it, “Ride off into the sunset with [his] cowboy boots on.” dream come true,” he said. “I got chills.” After teaching music to 5th, 6th, 7th and Photo by Tripp Bartholomew He also fondly remembered conducting Da- 8th graders for two years in New Mexico, vidson’s first European tour to Prague, Salz- Sprague returned to school to receive his more.” partment for the following year. burg and Vienna over the 2010-2011 winter M.A. in Music from the University of New This lack of excitement prompted When Sprague visited Davidson before break and a trip to perform at Carnegie Hall Mexico before heading off to the Univer- Sprague to respond to an advertisement he being hired, he had met with several faculty in January of 2006. sity of Colorado at Boulder to complete his had come across in the fall of 1998 for Di- members and conducted two choir rehears- After he leaves Davidson this spring, doctorate. rector of Choral Activities at a small, pri- als, as well as meeting with the current Sprague plans on participating in a variety Sprague then began teaching at insti- vate, liberal arts college in North Carolina. president at the time, Robert Vagt. During of activities, including fishing, hiking, back- tutions all over the country, including St. Sprague fondly remembers his arrival: “I his discussion with President Vagt, Sprague packing and skiing as well as getting his Mary’s College in South Bend, Ind. and wasn’t prepared for what I found here. I fell had voiced one complaint: “The facilities tennis racket out and his golf swing back. University of New Orleans (UNO). After in love with it—very quickly.” were not even second-rate.” He hopes to find a high school choir to teach seven years of teaching at UNO, Sprague Sprague began his time at Davidson At the time, the music department used in order to stay involved in the world of mu- knew he needed a change of pace. in the fall of 1999, teaching three classes and rehearsed in several different spaces sic, and he will miss the classroom and re- “There comes a point in your life where throughout the year as well as directing two across campus, including Cunningham The- hearsal experience most from Davidson. you feel like you are doing the same thing choirs. In typical Davidson fashion, we also atre, the Lilly Gallery, Oak Row and David- Sprague has been an enormous asset over and over again,” he said. “You may be quickly threw at him an extra load of work: son College Presbyterian Church. Sprague to Davidson’s music scene, and he and his getting paid for it, but it’s not exciting any- he was appointed chair of the Music De- received a phone call, however, in March of cowboy boots will be sorely missed. News Page 4 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Registrar, campus celebrity will depart from Davidson Continued from page 1 another 1,000 or 2,000 students, and we will students.” He admits that his favorite class world the professor knows nothing about.” call ourselves a university the way so many to teach has been the two-year Humanities However, Epes shares this knowledge books. We have a lot more books now, places have done.’ Instead we choose to do course, where students sprint through the with his students with compassion and even though increasingly a lot of them are what we choose to do and choose to do it Western tradition over the course of four humility. “I remember one teaching moment, electronic, but I suspect we could still move well, and if that means we are fairly small semesters. and I think I probably learned more out of it that library in not too long a time.” and there are some things we can’t do, then “I’ve had the wonderful privilege to than the class I was teaching at the time,” he Patterson Court was constructed during so be it.” spend about half of my Humanities years in reminisced. “It was an introductory German Epes’ freshman year, and by sophomore year One of the least helpful changes Epes first year and half in second year,” he said, class, and there was one kid in there—nice 85% of the student body ate their meals on has seen during his years here is the advent smiling. “If you repeat the course as often guy, wonderful guy—but learning grammar the Court. “That’s another big difference,” of the cell phone. “Where you used to see as I have, you’re bound to learn something was not his strength. And the other students Epes observed. “The fraternities were a people walking across campus talking eventually.” in the class, not to their credit, took to controversial issue during my time as a to each other,” he says, “now they are This extensive knowledge brought him laughing at him with questions that they student and as an early faculty member talking, but they’re on their phones. And the title of first runner-up in Season 8 of thought were so dumb. Well, he asked one because of the total domination of the social that undercuts some things, and I say that the “Jeopardy!” Seniors Tournament in of those questions one day and I turned life by fraternities. It was so dominant that knowing that I have a cell phone in my 1991. Will Begley ’12, a graduate of the around and said to them, ‘If you think his different fraternities were different types and pocket just like everyone else.” Humanities program, shares a story about question is so dumb, then you answer it.’ you identified folks by which fraternity they He encourages students to unplug every the time he attempted to stump Epes: “In And of course none of them could. When were in . . . that was the football fraternity once in a while in order to maintain those freshman Humanities, we were supposed to someone is learning for the first time, there and that was the literary, intellectual connections in person: “If nothing else, I write a research paper on any topic from the are no dumb questions.” fraternity, and so on and so forth.” think that education is really about human Middle Ages. So I picked the most obscure When asked to describe his favorite However, despite these physical changes contact and not about moving information topic I could find (the Second Shepherd’s Davidson moment, Epes found it impossible to the Davidson campus, the college has around with the highest possible level of Play in the Towneley Cycle of the Wakefield to sum up his career in a single experience. stayed true to its original traditions in many technological efficiency, because you lose Guild mystery plays, of course. I selected it “It’s a lot more difficult for me. The ways. Epes highlights several aspects of his the human aspect of communication. Just after several long minutes flipping through moments that stand out sort of run together own Davidson experience that he still sees emailing, ‘What is my PIN number?’ is not an encyclopedia with my eyes shut). after awhile. I sit back and look around students enjoying today. a whole lot of communication.” “I went into his office to get my topic and think back and look around in the “The usual things that we talk about— Epes holds President Quillen in high approved and said, ‘So Epes, I’m thinking imagination and the moment is that I have the centrality of the Honor Code that really esteem for her willingness to listen and learn. of writing about the Second Shepherd’s Play been so lucky to have so many Davidson means what it says, and that it’s something “Don’t ever rush a president,” he advises. . . .’ and he said without missing a beat, ‘. . friends, as colleagues, as folks who work in which the student body itself takes a great “I think Carol is in many ways listening, . oh, in the Towneley Cycle? What did you here, as students. Every one of the moments deal of price and ownership, because that’s as she ought to be. And that’s right. I think think of the anachronisms?’ That particular I think is a person in one way or another, and the only way honor codes will work. How the notion of a president as CEO, sort of the strategy only works if there’s anything in the that’s the way it ought to be.” despite major, major changes in distribution Steve Jobs of the college, is a misreading requirements, we have retained a strong of the presidency in an academic context, commitment to the liberal arts in general, and I think Carol would agree with that that will do things like tell you, ‘yes, you statement. No president comes in here and rime og to do need to take science even though you says, ‘Here are the changes I am going to C L : 4/11 4/16 are an English major,’ and a strong sense make.’ The first syllable of ‘college’ does, Nature/Classification Time Reported Time Occurred Location Disposition of service, whether manifest through after all, mean ‘together.’” religious life or any of the countless ways Epes himself embodies this in which service can be maintained.” These collaborative spirit. Having served as Knobloch core values remain fundamental aspects of Professor of German and Humanities Miscellaneous 4/11/12• 3/30/12 Further Davidson’s educational mission. since 1964, he has contributed countless 1458 hrs 1200 hrs Investigation Another aspect that Epes greatly hours to his students. “The guilty little Underage 4/14/12• 4/14/12 - Connor Dean admires is Davidson’s “decision to grow secret, neither so guilty nor so secret, of Referral sensibly instead of just building a lot of professors is that what we really like doing Consumption 0249 hrs 0249 hrs dorms and saying, ‘Oh yes, we can handle is learning. We do what we do because of Larceny - All 4/14/12• 4/14/12 Knobloch Further Other 1540 hrs Investigation Events Around Campus this Week

International Week 2012 is happening this week, and events will in- clude, but are not limited to: Miscellaneous Reports

Thursday, Apr. 19: Crime Prevention Activities 9 Yom Hashoah in the Union 900 Room at 7 p.m. An orchestra performance and a poster exhibit on “Music in the Holocaust” Fire Calls Café Tertulia in the Duke International Lounge at 7 p.m. 0 Spanish culture and language skills with host Blanca Vidal Orga Assist Fire/Medic 1 Friday, Apr. 20: “Joseph Kony: Western Depictions of and Intervention in African Crises” in the Duke Internation Lounge at 3:30 p.m. Alarms 2 The Ethnic Studies Concentration and Dean Rusk SAC host a Tea Time Discussion on Joseph Kony and US involvement in Uganda “The Artist” Screening on Belk Lawn at 10 p.m. Suspicious Person 1 “Harry Potter and the ‘Other’ Europe” in the 900 Room at 6:30 p.m. Lecture on the portrayal of the Balkans in the Harry Potter series by Suspicious Vehicle 1 Dr. Jacqueline Olich International Ball in Chambers Lily Gallery at 10 p.m. Dance will be Venetian Masquerade-themed Vehicle Starts 1 Saturday, Apr. 21: Africana Festival in the Union at 4:30 p.m. Capoeira, African Dance, Yoruba, folklore, student performers, Other 6 Zumba, spoken word, films, food and much more Arts & Living THe daVidsOnian Page 5 Dance Ensemble unites students from different backgrounds

tORi maYeRnicK Staff Writer

Every semester, students and community members alike pack into Duke Family Per- formance Hall for the always highly antici- pated Dance Ensemble. This semester, the Dance Ensemble crew sparked everyone’s interest with a fl ash mob in Commons last Thursday. Students looked around in confusion when they heard Ri- hanna’s “Where Have You Been” blasting through the Commons speakers. One by one dancers got up from their lunch tables and joined together for a per- formance that left everyone eager to see the actual show. As I walked into Duke Family Performance Hall, it was clear that the enthu- siasm from the fl ash mob remained high. Act I was comprised of diverse pieces ranging from belly dancing to West African rhythms. The show began with an exciting piece entitled International Fusion, choreo- Dance Ensemble had a showstopping performance encompassing a variety of dance styles in the Duke Family Performance graphed by Kia Hunter ’12 and Sara Jones Hall on Friday, April 13, and Saturday, April 14. Photo by Cathryn Westra ’12, which set the theme for the rest of the evening. With French music, Irish step danc- airport. used within each piece made this year’s show bers of the student body to come together to ing and some folk inspired dance, this piece President of Dance Ensemble and cho- a unique and exciting experience. produce something truly inspiring. tapped into a breadth of genres. reographer of Attention Passengers Dan Van Even greater than the dances are the “There is always the same common In a similar fashion, choreographers Sar- Note ’14, expressed that this piece was meant dancers who perform them. Much like how theme behind every Dance Ensemble show, ah Lanners ’13 and Olivia-Grace Morrison “to manifest the untapped potential of a the pieces from this year’s show incorpo- and this is unity” Van Note said, as “each ’13 “wanted to go back to [their] pre-Da- group of people who would otherwise never rated different styles, so do the dancers who Dance Ensemble show is 100% the product vidson style” by using classic ballet moves interact, make that dream come true through compose each piece. They come from all dif- of collective student creativity, effort and and contemporary music in the dance titled dance, and then destroy the illusion.” ferent backgrounds, from little experience to dedication”. What’s Really Going On to create a modern Another piece and one of my personal fa- years of dance. Dance Ensemble puts on two shows every ballet mix. The blended dance style pieces vorites of the night, I Want to Shuffl e Flap to Dance Ensemble veteran Lanners said “I year. If you would like to be a part of Dance continued into the second act. You, choreographed by Morrison, who per- love that [Dance Ensemble] fosters collabo- Ensemble, get on DE’s email list by emailing The fi rst dance of the second act, Atten- formed the duet alongside Paul Van Peursem ration between so many students, and I love its president, Dan Van Note, and attending tion Passengers, began even before intermis- ’13, was so diverse it combined Motown how I get to know so many other students the Big Meeting held at the beginning of each sion ended as dancers walked among the music with tap dance, all in 1980s inspired who I otherwise might not meet.” It is the semester to select which dance(s) you would audience dressed as if they were going to an costumes. The broad base of styles of dance dances themselves that allow different mem- like to be a part of. Senior’s fi nal peformance WeeKly COnCerT Calendar brought to you by WALT1610

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If you are interested in a particular concert, email Hayden Higgins (hahiggins) On Monday, Anna van Erven ’12 played the harp in her senior recital performance and if lots of people are interested in that particular one WALT may rent a van in Tyler-Tallman Recital Hall. Throughout the years, van Erven has improved her to provide transportation. technique and displayed her profi ciency on her instrument of choice. Photo by Tripp Bartholomew Arts & Living Page 6 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Africana Festival: continuing the tradition of diversity on campus

Jessica Ewing Africana track, the group wanted to plan an within the planning process. bring more than just an event to David- Arts & Living Editor event that would bring awareness to their As an assistant to Edwards, Gaston had son College. We want this event to be one area of focus. many opportunities to “take ideas and run more step in our constant push for systemic When asked about the motivation be- Edwards stated, “[The Ethnic Stud- with them.” She said, “There is so much to change.” hind bringing the first ever Africana Fes- ies Concentrators] wanted to inform the learn about the Africana world, especially The Africana Festival will be ground- tival to Davidson’s campus, Kaneisha Davidson community about the African its impact on Davidson’s campus. I never breaking even if it does not lead to the addi- Gaston ’13 first and foremost simply said, world.” Due to the fact that the campus’ in- knew that Davidson owned hundreds of tion of the Africana Studies major though. “Davidson needs it.” As students of an ternational population comes from several pieces of artwork by African descended Implemented by students, this event truly institution that prides itself on its vastly countries from the Africana world, they artists until Keneya’ did a little research to celebrates the Africana world and allows a diverse group of students, organizations knew they needed to “highlight some of see what the Belk Visual Arts Center could diverse group of students and community and faculty, Gaston alongside other Ethnic their cultures and make them feel like part contribute. Similarly, it has been a reward- members to explore the culture further. It Studies concentrators felt the need to do of the community.” ing experience to see what knowledge continues the campus’ commitment to di- their part in the continuation of the time- In order to indulge further into the Davidson faculty, staff and students have versity by celebrating how influential this honored tradition of diversity. topics explored in the classroom, many about the African world.” culture has been on the world and the peo- The Africana Festival, which takes students were driven to join the efforts However, for many students, this expe- ple within it. place Saturday, April 21, at 4:30 p.m. in the to bring an Africana Festival to campus. rience was rewarding on many levels that Prior to the Africana Festival, a special Alvarez Student Union, will celebrate the However, several were inspired and com- surpass the educational value. Through the Tea Time Discussion will be held this Fri- traditions of African, African-American, pelled by personal connections to Africana planning process of the first Africana Festi- day at 3:30 p.m. in the Duke International Afro-Caribbean, Afro-European and Afro- culture. Gaston explained, “Many of us are val at Davidson, numerous people not only Lounge on the topic “Joseph Kony: West- Latino cultures. The event will not only ed- motivated by a deep sense of cultural pride. felt a sense of pride for their culture, but ern Depictions of and Intervention in Afri- ucate students, but also people of the com- We bring this to the Davidson student body an increased sense of hope for the future of can Crises.” munity on the African Diaspora through a and simply want to share it in the various the college. Additionally, there will be a discussion lecture given by Dr. Tanure Ojaide, an Af- artistic, intellectual, culinary, and literary The brains and contributors behind the group on the book “The Other Side of Para- ricana Studies Professor at the University forms provided in the festival.” event hoped for a more lasting and influen- dise” by Stacyann Chin at 1 p.m. this Sat- of North Carolina-Charlotte. In a similar sentiment, Edwards de- tial effect on campus. Edwards, a soon-to- urday in the Multicultural House. Once you Additionally, participants in the event scribed her motivation by discussing the be graduate, hopes this will send the col- have partaken in all the festivities available will have the opportunity to sample tradi- vast way in which the Africana population lege into a catalyst of change and continue at the Africana Festival, join the Black Stu- tional food as well as view customary art, has affected the world in which we are now the Africana Festival for years to come. dent Coalition for the Africana Afterparty music, dance and clothes during live per- living. She said, “Being African-American, She said, “It would really show that David- held at 11 p.m. at the BSC house. formances by Life as Art Productions and it has always been important to me to learn son cares about all of its students and wants The Africana Festival received sup- Brazilian-French martial arts expert Gabri- more about my history… However, there is everyone to feel welcomed.” port from the Anthropology Department, elle Motta-Passajou. If that has not con- more to black history than African-Ameri- Desiring to see institutional change, English Department, History Department, vinced you yet to attend the Africana Fes- can history.” She continued, “Therefore, I Gaston hopes this will eventually lead to Education Programs, Art Department, Mu- tival, come for the special Latin inspired wanted to be a part of the Festival to show the establishment of new major. She ex- sic Department, Dean Rusk International zumba workshop by Kadi Fit! other aspects and bring awareness of the plained, “I personally hope this will en- Studies Programs, Multicultural House, According to the primary planner of the African diaspora; to teach as well as learn.” courage faculty, staff, students, and admin- President’s Office and French Department. Africana Festival, Keneya’ Edwards ’12, Although the Africana Festival itself istrators to continue having conversations To learn more about the Africana Fes- the idea to bring this event to campus be- will be an educational experience, many about and taking action to establish an tival, please email Keneya’ Edwards or gan last semester. Considering that most of students discovered new knowledge that Africana Studies Major at Davidson Col- Kaneisha Gaston or visit the event’s page the Ethnic Studies concentrators are on the they did not previous have through and lege.” She continued later, “We want to on Facebook. 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Bettina Lemm a mason jar can be every bit as elegant made” bag of ground coffee. Simple process: Make the coffee and add Staff Writer as drinking it from one of those fancy the sweetened condensed milk, milk, and frappuccino cups from Starbucks, or from a For 2 coffee servings: vanilla. So recently I discovered a new use for large mug like the ones we got for Davidson’s 3 Tbsp of your favorite coffee and 2 cups It is going to be sweet, but I personally those large mason jars that I have always terquasquicentennial celebration (I still can’t of water. think I could have gone for more sweetened taken for granted. really pronounce that). 4 Tbsp sweetened condensed milk condensed milk if I was not scared of a sugar I used to believe they were good for I found this recipe online and it was so (generic brand at Harris Teeter is really overdose. Pour the coffee in your mason holding my pasta sauce, or for storing good! I went to the Healthy Home Market cheap) jars and be sure to have those ready with ice obscure leftovers that I might never reach in and tried a new coffee blend. It was the ½ cup milk (can be skim, but I prefer 2%) cubes. my refrigerator. mocha and s’mores, and after dumping the Vanilla to your preference So fast and simple, and ready to go! To Thankfully, thepioneerwoman.com has coffee beans in my brown bag, I used the Mason Jars and Ice add some ambiance, drink this with a fancy shown me that drinking iced coffee from coffee grinder at the store for a more “home- straw. Th e Kh a j i i t Is s u e Th e Da v i d s o n i a n Pa g e 7

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Se e p a g e 6 Consider Beware April 18, 2012 Th e Da v i d s o n i a n Researchers Find Evidence of Hazing Co n n o r Ho u s e Yowl Reporter Ingests Too Much Dating Back to “Days of Yore” c u t s o u t m i d d l e “Inspiration” m a n , m o v e s f o r - The discovery of a document outlining several cases of severe In a shocking act of potheadery, a weekly correspondent to the hazing has added to the growing controversy over fraternity pledging m a l t o h o s p i t a l Yowl failed to make fun of the WNBA draft, typically an easy as- practices in the wake of allegations of abuse at Dartmouth. At times signment, after he “accidentally” consumed 25 weed brownies in Se e p a g e 9 shockingly vulgar and bloody, the book-length manuscript details the one night. The senior English major, who recently returned from hazing offenses of a mysterious elder against new members over the a semester abroad in Europe – which he described as “hazy” and course of several years. “life-changing” – claimed ignorance when interrogated by the Re p o r t : h o n o r In the worst case of psychological manipulation, a severely trauma- Yowl’s student-run investigative task force, TWAT. c o d e e n f o r c e d tized pledge was made to believe that he would have to kill an innocent While on the 9th hole of the Frisbee golf course, our corre- person in order to prove spondent noticed a “real legit looking guy” selling baked goods b e t t e r b y s a m u r a i s his dedication to the or- from a small hut in the woods. “I did think it was strange that 25 ganization. “He made them Se e p a g e 12 “Yo Noah, build a boat big brownies would cost $500, but he told me that he was just trying enough to hold every liv- slaughter lambs and paint to raise enough money to bail out his friend, Roscoe, who had with the blood,” reported a been wrongfully accused of running a prostitution ring from his ing animal…or YOU’RE concerned whistle-blower, garage on Delburg Street. I figured no way someone could make DEAD.” “those same pledges also up such an awesome story.” Ar e y o u i n t h e had frogs dumped on s e c r e t s e r v i c e , them and were forced to stand outside in a danger- o r j u s t h a p p y t o ous hailstorm.” Not merely enduring the grotesque, a different pledge was required to repeatedly declare his faith in the hazer while witness- s e e m e ? ing the destruction of his most prized possessions. Se e p a g e 17 An intimidating message, intercepted by the school’s administra- tion, reads: “Yo Noah, build a boat big FORTUNE enough to hold every of the week: living Live every week animal…or YOU’RE like its your last, DEAD.” especially this one, When Seems legit. just sayin’. asked why he didn’t But, as the weekly columnist sat down with his new snack to report or watch an episode of The Walking Dead, he began experiencing resist the symptoms of what doctors have dubbed ‘Melting Couch Syn- cycle of drome.’ “Suddenly I found myself in a whirlwind of brownie hazing magicalness. abuse, a Needless to say, Noah got blackballed. When I former pledge, came to, “He told me that he was just trying who wished to remain anonymous, said, “He told us, ‘It’s gonna be a the channel shitty time now, but once it’s done you’ll be set forever.’ So yeah I cut had been to raise enough money to bail out his off my foreskin, and made everyone else who wanted to join me as one switched friend, Roscoe” of the elect do the same thing.” to Bravo and I had watched all Your Davidson Honor Section When I’m At a Court Party seven hours of The Real Housewives of New Jersey marathon.” As the Yowl’s deadline approached in the waning hours of the Most Worshipful Grand night, he threw open his laptop to grind out an article, but quickly Poobah: dove into a blurry #WhatShouldWeCallMe binge on Tumblr. He Brian Correa has since been dismissed from the Yowl.

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‘When at Davidson’: Mr. Justice fails to act justly Andrew Evans unjust. That discrimination is a direct result of Davidson’s Procrastinate intentional commitment to high academic standards. Further, STAFF EDITORIAL Izzy Justice is, simply put, not acting justly. the school admits far more males than females, simply When Board of Trustees Chairman Mackey McDonald By now you’ve probably heard of the “When at sent the Davidson College community an e-mail outlining Davidson” Tumblr website, and if you haven’t, be the Board’s ongoing discussion of the Presidential religious sure to check it out at www.whenatdavidson.tumblr. requirements, he was responding to a message sent to many “The school prioritizes its com. After being live for just 30 hours on Tuesday people by Izzy Justice ’90. Mr. Justice has raised questions night, the site received almost 70,000 hits, which is Reformed Christian heritage. This about the justice and ethics of the Presidential religious astounding given that Davidson’s campus has fewer requirement, and he, in his e-mail, outlined his intentions commitment has certain institutional than 2,000 students. to raise awareness, nationally and internationally, of the The website, launched Monday at around 4 p.m. consequences...” requirement and to challenge its legality. by Lee Crittenberger ’14 and Tim Keating ’13, was Mr. Justice’s intent is clear: he intends to cause the widely shared on Facebook Monday night and all day school to change the requirement, which he views as unfairly because the school has committed itself to equal gender Tuesday. Looking around the library Tuesday night discriminatory and an example of the “hypocrisy as well as representation in the community. That is discrimination, but people at computers were on the website, presumably the discrimination that still exists in both education and non- it is not manifestly unjust. These discriminatory practices procrastinating on homework. profi t fund-raising institutions.” “Religious discrimination are simply the institutional arrangements that refl ect the As a staff we were particularly interested in the of any kind is discrimination of every kind,” he writes, “and school’s consciously chosen priorities. campus’s fascination with this site. First, since it The school also prioritizes its Reformed Christian draws on situations that are specifi c to Davidson— heritage. This commitment has certain institutional making references to F, Chambers, eating houses and consequences: a certain percentage of the Board has to be fraternities, reviews, Commons, the Cross Country “Davidson is a free, self-directing, Christian, and the President has to be a Presbyterian (and Trails, Frolics, and work—it’s relatable, which shows intentional community, and such PCUSA, at that) Christian. These institutional arrangements just how shared the Davidson experience is. Second, exist because the school intentionally chooses to value and it’s funny. The clips on this site make pop-culture intentionality necesarily leads to prioritize the Reformed Tradition, incorporating it into its references that, when applied to Davidson life, make discrimination.” identity. These priorities necessarily exclude some people, them comical. including those with certain religious beliefs, from attaining Of course, the clips are hyperbolic in nature, but at certain positions in the community. the end of the day the picture of Davidson the Tumblr the community should not limit the opportunities of its Davidson College is a private, free institution. It has site paints is a fairly accurate view of life as a David- members and others. the freedom to defi ne itself and set its own priorities. son student. Prospective students, take note. Mr. Justice is right to note that the religious requirement Davidson has chosen to be an elite college that values its is discriminatory. That is a moot point, though. His greater Reformed heritage. These choices entail certain institutional point is that such discrimination is wrong and should arrangements. These institutional arrangements discriminate be changed, and that it consequently requires a strong, but are not consequently unjust. This discrimination is intimidating effort to end it. simply the result of Davidson’s intentional self-defi nition. Mr. Justice simply does not understand what Davidson As an alumnus, Mr. Justice has every right to express College is. Davidson is a free, self-directing, intentional his views and to articulate why Davidson’s institutional community, and such intentionality necessarily leads to arrangements are wrong. The school has nothing to fear from discrimination. Such discrimination is not bad; in fact, it creates the Davidson we know. Take the Honor Code, for example. The Honor “Mr. Justice is trying to intimidate Code represents the school’s intentional commitment to principles of honor and integrity. The Honor Code’s and coerce the school into changing nature as a community standard justifi es why students are its community priorities to conform often suspended after they cheat—they have violated the community’s standards and should be removed from the to his own ideas.” community. Is such a practice discriminatory? Yes. It says that certain actions have no part in the community, imposing openly discussing the Presidential religious requirement, as certain ethical standards on individuals. The school enforces self-awareness and self-critique can be very healthy. a particular set of ethical standards to the exclusion of other By appealing to his own notion of “justice” and then standards. That is discrimination. threatening legal action and negative publicity when the The school discriminates in other ways, too. Davidson school does not fulfi ll it; however, Mr. Justice is trying has rather rigorous admissions requirements, which mean to intidmidate and coerce the school into changing its community priorities to conform to his own ideas. Such Co-Editors-in-Chief intimidation does not refl ect Davidson’s commitment to Logan Lewis & Kelly Wilson “...Discriminatory practices are “thoughtful and open dialogue,” as Chairman McDonald News Editors wrote, nor does it respect Davidson’s freedom to choose its Eric Sawyer & Sarah Welty simply institutional arrangements own identity and institutionally arrange itself accordingly. Arts & Living Editor that refl ect the school’s conciously Mr. Justice is trying to force his own vision for Davidson Jessica Ewing on the community; yet such coercion is the height of arrogance Yowl Editors chosen priorities.” and tyranny. He is not living up to either the principles of Anna Marie Armistead & Brian Correa Davidson College or, ironically, his own name. Perspectives Editors Marcus Bailey & Fred Irving that about three-quarters of applicants do not receive Sports Editors the opportunity to enroll. That is discrimination, but Mr. Andrew Evans ’12 is a Political Science major from Due Mike Brown & Maggie Rickard Justice would be hard-pressed to label that discrimination West, SC. Contact him at [email protected]. Head Copy Editor Yuxi Lin Layout Editor Mark Sehnert The Davidsonian is published Wednesdays during the academic year by the students of Davidson Col- Photography Editor Tripp Bartholomew lege. Business Manager Eli Caldwell Please address all correspondences to: The Davidsonian, P.O. Box 7182, Davidson, NC 28035-7182. Advertising Manager Joey Esposito E-mail [email protected]. Our offi ces are located in Room 411 of the Alvarez College Circulation Manager Union. Opinions expressed in articles do not necessarily refl ect the views of the Editorial Board of Kseniya Kuprovska The Davidsonian. Only the staff editorial represent the views of The Davidsonian staff. Subscrip- Web Editors tions cost $68.00 per year, or $35 per semester. E-mail Joey Esposito at [email protected] for Heidi Gruber & Ismene Nicolaou-Griffi n advertising inquiries. Copyright is held by the Trustees of Davidson College. Pe r s p e c t i v e s Th e Da v i d s o n i a n Pa g e 9 Honor council exploration Run Walker, run Randy Carey to her teacher. I’m happy that this has promoted more Lincoln Davidson communication between students and teachers, so that the Three weeks ago, I wrote in The Davidsonian about On April 1, 2012, The Davidson Honor Council held same miscommunication doesn’t happen. I’m also grateful a dinner conversation I had with thirteen other Davidson its first open trial in 7 years. The trial took place in Hance for all those who have reached out to me and said how students in which we discussed money in politics, Auditorium with standing room only, a testament to the much they appreciate the transparency. I’m lastly thankful the failure of the two parties, and the lack of political significance of the event to student body. for the people involved who thoroughly processed the discourse on campus, among other things. At the time, The defendant, Junior Rachael Newmister, turned in case.” I pointed out that I had heard a lot of consensus around the same writing assignment for two different classes. Drew Tucker, recently elected Honor Council member the table regarding the challenges our country faces right She was unaware that her class syllabus specified that (2015), attended but did not participate in the trial. Drew now and what can be done to fix them. Since that article this action was not allowed; however, as in the American was also receptive to my request, coming straight over was published, more than a dozen students – some close law system, ignorance is not innocence in the Davidson to my room casually wrapped in an American flag. The friends, some people I hardly knew – have approached Honor Code, so the infraction was brought to trial. When freshman class elected Drew, pre-med and ROTC, due to and told me they agree: there is something wrong with asked by Andrew Evans, the student solicitor, Rachael his sincere amiability and uncompromising honor. the way things are going right now, and our generation expressed that she had no intent to cheat, but admitted to Here is the conversation we had: needs to do something about it. her infraction. Due to her honesty she was ultimately given Why did you run for Honor council? As I see it, there is one challenge facing our nation a mild sentencing. “I wrote in my election statement that ‘I wanted to that is particularly grave to a point where it surpasses Now, two weeks later, I took the opportunity to ask all other issues as the one we need to address: the fiscal Rachael some questions on the minds of many students indiscipline that has led to our mounting $15 trillion who attended the hearing. debt and tens of trillions more in long-term unfunded Rachael is a First Belk Hall counselor, soccer player and “I wanted to protect the integrity obligations. Former Chairman of the Joints Chief of religion major. Although she is very busy between all her of the Honor Code that is so Staff Mike Mullin has called this issue “our greatest activities, she makes time to spend with all her freshmen national security risk.” Merely servicing the debt (that’s hall-mates, many of who affectionately refer to her as important to me and so sacred to Beltway talk for paying the interest on it) cost us $450 “Mom.” She was responsive and inviting when I asked her Davidson College.” billion in the last fiscal year – and that doesn’t buy us a if we could discuss the trial. Here is our conversation: single thing. Why did you request an open trial? Meanwhile, both parties in Washington have shown “I thought it was a great opportunity to show the that they are utterly unable to act responsibly and address community what was involved. I want people to know that protect the integrity of the Honor Code that is so important this problem. Republicans refuse to raise revenue. in the midst of our busy lives it is possible to overlook to me and so sacred to Davidson College.’ The Honor Democrats refuse to touch entitlements. The bickering details. I unfortunately missed an important detail that Code was one of the biggest reasons I chose Davidson, and and gridlock continue as the problems only get larger. proved costly. As a result, I wanted to raise awareness of I wanted to be a part of the institution that makes Davidson In January 2011, the Government Accountability Office the rules so that someone wouldn’t make the same mistake so special.” reported that “the longer action to deal with the nation’s What are the benefits of the open trial? long-term fiscal outlook is delayed, the greater the “Transparency. It enabled the entire community to magnitude of the changes needed and the risk that the “I wanted to raise awareness of learn the details of the trial: why it was brought to trial, eventual changes will be disruptive and destabilizing.” In and how the student solicitors and defense advisors argued the rules so that someone wouldn’t other words, each time Washington kicks the can down their sides. It was a learning experience for everyone in the road, the bigger the can gets and the more damage make the same mistake I did.” attendance.” it threatens to do when it finally bursts. It’s our future What are the cons? that’s at stake. “Possible fear of public opinion. When I first learned Regardless of our respective ideological viewpoints, of the open trial, I thought that judgment from students I think the American people can all agree that continuing I did. I felt energized when I first heard of the option and might potentially impede the proceedings of the Council. heedlessly down our current path is an untenable felt that it was a great way to bring the community into However, I am fully confident that everyone involved situation. As long as we continue to allow other divisive such a sacred process. I also knew that bearing it alone in the hearing maintained the highest standards of issues to distract us, we’re never going to get around to would be difficult, and that the open trial would allow my professionalism and objectivity in the way in which they dealing with an issue that we all agree on: that something friends to support me.” upheld the Honor Code.” needs to be done to put our fiscal house in order. It’s Do you support the trial process? It is a wonderful testament to the effectiveness of our for this reason that I think David Walker, the former “Yes, I really appreciate the fact that it’s student run Honor Code that participants on both ends uphold its Comptroller General of the United States, should run and that we are living in a community with our peers and practicality and support its implementation. The integrity for president. Having the nation’s former top auditor for that we have the opportunity to honor one another with that defines Davidson’s code on paper is here shown to the presidential debates this fall would, at the very least, our college business, and if that is broken we must hold work in reality. I’m grateful to be in such a dynamic and ensure that truth and solutions have a representative on each other accountable. That is a reflection of human integrity-centered community that prepares us for life after stage. responsibility” Davidson and holds such a strong manner of school pride. David Walker has been a political independent for What would you want the general public to know? the past 15 years and currently serves as the CEO of “[A friend] rechecked her syllabus and came to me… Randy Carey ’15 is undeclared from Arlington, VA. the nonprofit Comeback America Initiative. Some call [and asked,] ‘What should I do?’ I told her to go and talk Contact him at [email protected]. him the Paul Revere of fiscal responsibility. He’s been to all 50 states awakening the public to our looming fiscal crisis. He’s a citizen patriot, not a career politician Let’s run –– which is why you might not have heard of him yet. Nevertheless, Mr. Walker is uniquely qualified to address Marcus Bailey result. Just as it feels good to turn in that paper, it feels good the most important issue facing the country and the most to know you just did something and have something to show important issue facing our generation. His participation Sports are a great thing. They’re great to do and a fun for it, even if it’s just the sweat running down your shirt. in the campaign alone will bring our fiscal infirmity thing to watch, especially on a nice spring day. Plenty of Keep a log of what you do. If you’re running, record how into the public debate and force the candidates of the people here at Davidson are somehow involved in athletics, long or how far you ran; if you’re playing a sport, write a bit two parties to address the issue, much in the same way whether it is an intense varsity sport, a fun club sport, or even about how you played. Over time, you will see the results. that Ross Perot’s 1992 presidential campaign created a running by him or herself, but I want to challenge everyone Fourth, you can challenge yourself. Set yourself a goal. mandate for the Clinton administration to address the here to find some kind of athletic activity. Here’s why: Choose something attainable and give yourself a time frame budget deficit. First, you will work better. Davidson is an academically to do it in. An athletic goal is something that everyone can A David Walker presidential run can be made real rigorous place. I know there are times when it feels like all attain and it is in our power to do so. No one can argue with through the platform offered by AmericansElect.org, the my friends and I do is work, eat, and sleep (sometimes just results. online nominating process that will place a presidential work and eat, no sleep), and that repetitive cycle gets tiring Fifth, you will be emotionally and physically healthier. ticket chosen by the American people on the ballot in after a while. Getting up from your desk, removing your Obviously, athletics create muscle and burn fat, but people all fifty states in November. All it takes is 10,000 voters head from your books, and engaging in a physical activity who regularly exercise report lower levels of stress, higher logging on to the Americans Elect website and “clicking” will clear your head and allow you to take a break from such levels of self-esteem, and higher levels of happiness. Who their support on Mr. Walker’s profile. Think of it as one a rigorous cycle. You will think more clearly and work more doesn’t want to be happier? of those campaigns to get a certain number of “Likes” productively when you get back to work. I promise. So if you’re not part of a team, go out for a run. We on Facebook, but one where reaching the target number Second, you will feel more awake and sleep better. have beautiful cross-country trails behind Baker and there of “Likes” will cause something to happen. You can Increasing your heart rate and getting the blood flowing are plenty of nice areas to explore surrounding campus. You actually make a difference here by doing nothing more through your body will make you feel more awake, can run on your own time, at your own pace, for your own than visiting AmericansElect.org and showing your increasing your productivity, and when you finally do try to distance. Admittedly, it can be hard to start at first, you may support for Mr. Walker and all he represents. It’s time go to sleep, you will sleep better after the physical work. feel sore and maybe even a bit disappointed at how out of Washington stops ignoring the risk of not making tough Third, you will feel accomplished. After I finish a shape you are, but develop a habit and you will notice the choices and starts realizing the benefits of doing so. The workout or a game, win or lose, you always have a feeling benefits by the end of the first week. status quo is simply unaffordable. of accomplishment; you pushed yourself and challenged Marcus Bailey ’15 is undeclared from New York, NY. LoganLincoln Lewis Davidson ’12 is ’15 a Classics is undeclared major from from Lewisburg, Chester, yourself into doing something with a concrete, physical Contact him at [email protected]. PA.SC. ContactContact himhim atat [email protected]. [email protected] Sports Page 10 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 Track & Field Teams on pace Men’s Tennis slips by for strong showings at upcoming Chattanooga, stumbles SoCon Championships Wofford David Benusa Parkes’ second place finish in the 1500m anna Stockamore three singles wins where not enough to Staff Writer was the highest finished turned in for the Staff Writer topple Wofford’s three singles wins and Last Friday the Davidson men’s and women’s team on Friday. She finished in a time Over the last week, the men’s tennis two victories in doubles play, ending the women’s track and field teams competed at the of 4:50.93. team played their final two regular match with a 3-4 loss. Carolina’s Cup held at Winthrop University. Osment finished in a time of 10:26.33 in season matches before the Southern On Sunday, the Wildcats closed their For the men, Vincent Weir ’13 won the 3000m the 3000m, followed by Natalie Atabek ’13 Conference tournament. After defeating regular season matches, facing College run, and Sal del Guidice ’15 led a strong team in fourth in 10:48.49, Ali Cobb ’15 in fifth in Chattanooga on the 4-3 on the road on of Charleston at 1 p.m. on their home showing in the 800m with a third place finish. 10:50.07, Claire Naisby ’12 in sixth in 10:52.59 April 1, the Wildcats took on SoCon court. After fighting hard, Davidson Presley Parkes ’15 came in second place in the and Lauren Carter ’15 in seventh in 10:54.50. opponent Wofford last Wednesday at 3 fell to the Cougars 2-5. In singles play, 1500m, and Erin Osment ’15 came in third in Gracie Gordon ’15 competed in both p.m. at home. Unfortunately, Davidson Schafer and Gee captured the only the 3000m to pace the women’s team. the 100m dash and the long jump, coming in fell in a close 3-4 match. In the singles points for the Wildcats at the number Weir completed the 3000m in a time of seventh in the latter with a jump of 5.13m. Her competition, number three singles player, one and number four singles positions, 8:35.06, good for sixth all-time in the Davidson 100m time of 13.32seconds was good enough Nicky Kunz ‘15, defeated Jackson Keith respectively. Schafer defeated Mickael record books. for 12th place in the meet. in a two set decision, 6-1, 6-3, for Kunz’s Trintignac in a three set match, 7-6, 2-6, In the 800m, del Guidice’s time of 1:55.00 Grace Watt ’15 led the middle-distance third straight singles win. Number five 7-6 (10-8), ultimately claiming victory was the Wildcats’ best on the day, with Wesley runners in the 800m with a time of 2:19.86, and six players, Robert Lightbourn ‘14 after a third set tiebreaker. Gee swept the Latham ’15 finishing close behind in sixth with to place in seventh. She was followed by Jane and Connor Evins ‘14, respectively, also competition in a two set match, defeating a time of 1:56.42, Nate Faubion ’14 in eighth Gay ’12, who finished ninth in a time of 2:26.51 defeated their Wofford opponents in Crescente Lesser 7-6, 6-3. The Cougars with a time of 1:56.88, and Will Mitchell ’13 and Brooke Senken ’12, who finished tenth in a two sets. Lightbourn’s victory was the captured the number two, three, five and coming in tenth with a time of 1:59.00. time of 2:28.59. his tenth win of the year. Joe Schafer six singles positions, securing the win Grayam Sailor-Tynes ’14 finished second Mackenzie Hicks ’14 led the sprinters ’13, however, fell 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 to Tinus for College of Charleston. In doubles in the 1500m in a time of 3:56.63, just a competing in both the 200m and 400m, finishing Van Van Wyk in the number one singles play, Davidson captured only the number second off the winning time. Sailor-Tynes was 18th and 8th in the events, respectively, with position. Number two singles player, three position match. followed by Ian Tupper ’12 in third with a time times of 28.57 seconds and 1:03.86. Ashley Chris Mark ‘13, also lost to Drew The Wildcats finished the regular of 4:02.05. Page ’15 competed in both events as well, Superstein of Wofford in a three set season with a 7-13 overall record and In the field events, Stewart Dalton ’14 recording times of 30.63 seconds and 1:05.70. match, 7-5, 0-6, 6-4. At number four, a 3-7 record in Southern Conference finished second in the long jump with a distance The Carolina’s Cup marked the final Calum Gee ’12 lost to Rob Galloway in a play, earning Davidson a ninth seed in of 6.90m (22’ 7.75”), a Davidson all-time top outdoor meet for the Davidson track teams close three set decision, 6-4, 6-7, 6-4. In the SoCon Tournament. By winning 10 leap. Michael Lorentsen ’14 finished second in preparation for next week’s Southern the doubles competition, Davidson pair, their eighth match, the Cougars earned in the pole vault with a height of 4.25m (13’ Conference Outdoor Championships. The Kunz and Mark, defeated Wofford 8-6 the top seed in the tournament after a 11.25”), and David Hutchens ’15 finished event is being held on the campus of Western at the number two spot. The Wildcats tiebreaker against Samford. On April fourth in the triple jump with a distance of Carolina in Cullowhee, NC on Saturday and fell to Wofford in both the number one 19th, the Wildcats take on eighth-seeded 12.09m. Sunday. and number three positions. Davidson’s Chattanooga in the first round of the tournament. Lacrosse demolishes Howard Golf wraps up season in conference road tilt Casey VanTassell one-under 71 score in the final round to Jip Richards Jenna Mugele ’12, Mary Leonard ’15 and Staff Writer secure his 25th place tie at 219, three-over- Staff Writer Catherine Schmidt ’15 also scored for par. Ralph Blasey ’15 was seven-over-par The men’s golf team had their last the ‘Cats. Keitel led the ‘Cats with two with a score of 223 (72+74+77), giving him The Davidson Wildcats lacrosse team regular season tournament and Southern assists, while Liz Edwards ’14 and Emily a tie for 45th. Richard Fountain ’14 and got its second conference win of the season Conference Championship during April. Rademacher ’15 also chipped in with an Todd Eckstein ’15 both fired final-round on Sunday afternoon in Washington D.C. While many Davidson students were assist each. scores of 75 to finish at 225 (72+78+75) The 21-5 victory over the Howard Bison enjoying their break from school over The Davidson defense was controlled and 227 (77+75+75), respectively. Jackson snapped the ‘Cats’ three game losing skid. the Easter weekend, the men’s golf team by Erin McGuire ’13 who had three Taylor ’12 finished in between the two at Anne Fucigna ’14 got back on track with traveled to Spartanburg, S.C. to face off groundballs, three caused turnovers and four 226 (75+75+76). five goals to push her total to 33 on the year. against 17 other teams at Wofford’s Coca- draw contests. Jess Melby ’13 was great in The following Sunday, the team traveled The Wildcats took a season-high 37 shots Cola Invitational. The ’Cats took 12th place goal with three saves and a season-low five to Daniel Island, S.C. for three days of and converted on seven of ten free-position in the tournament with a 54-hole score of goals allowed. The win was Melby’s fourth the 76th Southern Conference Men’s Golf shots. Davidson jumped on Howard early 888 (296+295+297). They finished four victory of the season. Championship. The ’Cats placed ninth of and often as the Wildcats went in to the half strokes out of the top-10, behind SoCon foes The win moves Davidson to 5-8 overall the 11-team field at 906 (305+298+303). with a 13-4 lead. Wofford and Samford, but they succeeded and 2-2 in the National Lacrosse Conference. Chattanooga took home the victory with a Erin Keitel ’12, Erin Doherty ’14 and in a defeat of both Appalachian State and The Wildcats host Longwood on Friday and score of 861, defeating defending champion Emily Cooke ’15 each scored three goals Elon. Liberty on Sunday for the final two home Georgia Southern by 19 strokes. for Davidson, while Paige Logan ’14 and John Skeadas ’13 had a notable contests of the season before hosting the Alanna Parker ’13 added two goals apiece. performance, matching his second-round, Conference tournament in early May. Wildcat Roundup Baseball M. Tennis W. Tennis Outdoor Track & Golf W. Lacrosse (15-19, 6-12) (7-13, 3-7) (5-18, 2-8) Field (5-8 2-2) Results: Results: Results: Results: Results: Results: 4/5 vs. Georgia Southern Postponed 4/11 vs. Wofford L 3-4 4/4 vs. Western Carolina W 6-1 4/9-10 Wofford Invitational 4/8 @ Detroit Mercy L 9-12 4/13 Carolina’s Cup 4/6 vs. Georgia Southern L 3-8, 3-6 4/15 vs. College of Charleston 4/6 vs. Samford L 1-6 12th place 4/15 @ Howard W 21-5 Men- 7th place 4/7 vs. Georgia Southern L 6-7 L 2-5 4/7 vs. Chattanooga L 1-6 4/15-17 SoCon Championships 4/10 @ Presbyterian L 5-13 4/11 @ Wofford W 5-2 9th place Next Up: 4/13 vs. Wofford W 1-0 Next Up: Next Up: 4/14 @ Furman L 0-7 4/20 vs. Longwood 4/14 vs. Wofford W 2-1 4/19 SoCon Tournament SoCon Outdoor Notes: 4/22 vs. Liberty 4/15 vs. Wofford W5-4 vs. Chattanooga(8th seed) Championships Strong individual performances 4/17 @ Duke W 8-4 Next Up: were visible throughout this past Next Up: 4/19 SoCon Tournamnet Notes: Notes: spring season for the Golf team. 4/20 vs. UNCG Notes: vs. Georgia Southern(8th seed) After a couple of rough games The Track team looks to build off The team looks to build off this 4/21 vs. UNCG The regular season is over for for the ’Cats this season, the the Wildcats and they look to of their huge success in outdoor momentum for the fall season 4/22 vs. UNCG meets this season in the SoCon team destroyed Howard in bounce back amidst recent de- next school year. 4/24 vs. Virginia Tech Outdoor Championships. the nation’s capital this past feats to beat eighth-seeded rival weekend. 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Wildcat Pulse Picks of The Week Around Campus Get to know your Wildcats! Name: Brooke Senken Name: Vincent Weir Year, Sport: Senior, Track Year, Sport: Junior, Track From: Garden City, NY From: Dallas, TX Women’s Lacrosse Liberty Flames vs. Davidson Wildcats Position: Middle Distance Position: Distance, Steeple Sunday 1:00 pm Favorite memory: Traveling home from Indoor -Favorite meet memory: Steeple Chase/Shuttle conferences and getting stuck in a lightning Launch at Cape Canaveral snow storm in South Carolina. Spent the night -Pre-meet music playlist: Sigur Ros The Wildcats will face their confer- in a motel for $29.99 with no heat or power…. -Describe yourself in a dance move: Salmon Dance ence rival the Liberty Flames this -Do you have any stuffed animals still (or at Da- so I guess you call that team bonding Sunday at their last home game of vidson)? I have a toy fisher-frog, but it’s made out -Pre-meet music playlist: Love my boy bands! of plastic. It’s eyes are MASSIVE though, which this season. Come out and support Plus some Pitbull and David Guetta. lends it to the genre of children toys. Unfortunately the Lacrosse team and their seniors Favorite food: CHOCOLATE. I need it every- it’s even uglier than normal frogs. as they take on the Liberty Flames. day -What was your old AIM screen name? steelrose58. Favorite sandwich filling: cheese cheese and more cheese If I remember correctly, I decided on “58” after long hours of deliberating Outside the Den Describe yourself in one dance move: the Wobble what number filled out the sound of the phrase. Estimated ratio of time on Facebook to doing homework: 2:1 -Favorite childhood Halloween costume? American Teenager or Red Wheel- Ice Cream or Pizza: New York Pizza! Duhhh barrow Do you have any stuffed animals still (or at Davidson?) nope, my dogs -How many times have you been to the Outpost this year? Five—twice to have taken them as toys. study but neither time ended well. Can you change a flat tire? Yeah...nope. But I am good at watching some- -Time Machine: where and when would you go? I would almost definitely one change a tire. go back to Jersey City, New Jersey in 1800 to make sure that 1800 Tequila Can you cook? Yup! and my baking skills are going to make me America’s had no trouble getting started. The 1800 part of the brand is so prominent that MLB next great baker I would hate for them to hit a snag causing the company to be called 1801 NY Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox Which Disney character are you? I have always wanted to be Jasmine, but Tequila, which obviously doesn’t work as well. Fenway Park a blonde version -If you could play another sport, what would it be? Crew, or professional 8:00 p.m. Favorite childhood Halloween costume: Bumble Bee Ludicrous Ball. How many times have you been to Outpost this year? Quesadillas pretty -Favorite movie: Crimes and Misdemeanors among close friends. The Royal With Boston Red Sox Coach Bobby much every weekend. I’ve lost count Tenenbaums in more private moments of indie bandwaggoning, and The Valentine under fire for his comments Time Machine: where and when would you go? Ancient Greece or Rome Player if I weren’t afraid that people in my film class would say “You just about Sox third baseman, Kevin If you could play another sport, what woudl it be? Soccer or Horseback saw that and don’t actually know anything about movies.” It’s true, I don’t really know that much. Youkilis, the team must put aside riding media attention and coach’s remarks Favorite Movie: The Birdcage and Mean Girls -Who do you want to perform at the Spring Concert? Gang Gang Dance in order to defeat the New York Who would you want to perform at the Spring Concert: Can we get Britney -Favorite pro sports team/athlete: Dallas Cowboys/Dallas Vigilantes/ Dallas or Rihanna??? Mavericks/ Dallas Stars/ Dallas Burn/ Dallas Yankess. Also, in honor of the 100th Favorite Pro Sports team: like a typical New Yorker I love my Yankees -Favorite song(s) to sing in the shower? “Most Beautiful Girl in the Room,” anniversary of Fenway Park, both will Song in the shower: Wannabe-Spice Girls. But ‘Call me Maybe’ is recently Flight of the Concords. This song requires two people to sing, so I love to be sporting throwback uniforms. a close second. recruiting other shower divas/practicing for the schizophrenic moments of my later life. $1 million: probably some sort of luxury car. -If you won $1 million, first purchase? Several books on spending windfall Life motto: Live well, Laugh often, Love much profits successfully. Inevitably one of them would come from the Norwegian oil moguls of the ‘80s and as a result I would go to Norway to learn efficient wealth management strategies and the native language. Then I would buy a house in Norway and Sweden and a small boat to go back and forth between the two. Perhaps most importantly, I consider all of this the same purchase. -Life motto: Cartago delenda est Go Cats! Baseball, from page 12 in the bottom of the fifth, designated hitter Ryan Lowe ’15 hit a grounder that went under the shortstop’s glove scoring both Brandt and first baseman Calvin Sigelbaum ’12. Wofford threatened again in the eighth with first baseman Konstantine Diamaduros hitting a deep drive that Gadaire pulled back from over the fence robbing Diamaduros of a home run. Riding the momentum from two stellar pitching performances, the Wildcats offense woke up with a four run fifth inning on Sunday and Davidson completed the series sweep of Wofford. Down 2-0 in the fifth, third baseman Andrew Barna ’13 got the Wildcats on the board with a single to left scoring Berman. Cerbie followed with a double, which scored Gadaire to tie the game. Zeblo singled scoring Barna for the lead and Daniels doubled down the left field line scoring Cerbie to put the ’Cats ahead 4-2. Wofford answered with a run in the top of the seventh and Davidson added a run of their own in the bottom half of the frame when catcher Daniel Gerow ’14 drew a bases loaded walk. Wofford added a run in the eighth to make it 5-4, but could not score in the ninth as Zeblo came in from shortstop to earn his second save of the year. After these two series and the game against Presbyterian, the ’Cats record stands at 14-19 and 6-12 in conference play. SportS Page 12 Wednesday, aPril 18, 2012 Baseball gains momentum with four game winning streak

Thomas moRanDi Between the Georgia Southern and Wofford Staff Writer series, the Wildcats traveled to Clinton, South Carolina on April 10th to face Presbyterian. After getting swept by Georgia Southern and The Wildcats were outslugged by Presbyterian falling to Presbyterian, the Davidson Wildcats and fell 13-5. The ’Cats were down early in the baseball team responded in a big way sweeping second inning 5-2 after a solo shot and a three- Wofford this past weekend. run homer in the fi rst and an unearned run in the With the fi rst game against Georgia second. Davidson narrowed the gap in the top Southern postponed, the ’Cats were forced of the third with an RBI double from shortstop into a doubleheader on April 6th. In the fi rst Michael Zeblo ‘ 13 followed by an RBI game, Ryan Overcash ’12 pitched eight innings groundout by Daniels. Presbyterian answered giving up six runs, four of which were earned. with another run in the bottom of the third to His performance was key for the ’Cats, as they push the margin to 6-4. Gadaire had an RBI in needed to spread their bullpen out over two the top of the sixth to pull the ’Cats within one games. Jake Berman ‘12 who went 2 for 4 again. However, Presbyterian answered with a with two RBI led the ’Cats offensively. With six run inning, which included a grand slam that the game tied at 3 in the 6th inning, a couple of blew the game open as they took a 12-5 lead. errors by the Wildcats gave Georgia Southern a They added a fi nal run in the eighth to send the one run lead. They went on to add another run in Wildcats to their fourth straight loss. the eighth before fi nishing off the Wildcats with Returning home to try and end their losing a three-run ninth inning to make the score 8-3. streak, the Wildcats responded in a historic In the second game, the Wildcats got a great fashion on Friday. Sisson threw a no-hitter and start from Henry Sisson ’12 who went 8 innings the ’Cats opened the series against Wofford with yielding only 2 runs. Drew Gadaire ‘12 paced a 1-0 victory. The game was the sixth no-hitter the ’Cats at the plate going 3 for 4 with an RBI. in Davidson history and the fi rst since Wes Self Down 2-1 in the 7th, pinch-hitter Ben Arkin pitched one on February 15, 2001. Michael ’15 singled to score Gadaire. The ’Cats scored Zeblo provided all the necessary offense for the the go–ahead run on second baseman David ’Cats in the bottom of the fi fth. Sisson allowed Daniels’ ’15 grounder that was misplayed by the only four base runners in the game, three reached third baseman. Sisson left with a 3-2 lead, but on walks and the last on an error. In the top of Georgia Southern staged a late rally in the top of the ninth with two outs, Sisson relied on a great the 9th to knock off the Cats 6-3. defensive play to narrowly preserve the feat. Georgia Southern scored for the third time in Second baseman James Cerbie ‘15 made a great the top of the ninth inning on April 7th, breaking defensive stop and fi red to fi rst, beating the base a 6-6 tie and allowing them to pull out another runner by a step to solidify the no-hitter. later victory against the ’Cats, winning 7-6. Following Sisson’s incredible performance, The game was tied at 5 in the seventh when Overcash threw a complete game Saturday Jake Berman singled past the shortstop scoring allowing only one earned run on fi ve hits to Forrest Brandt ’14 who went 3 for 5 on the day. pace the Wildcats to a 2-1 victory. Down 1-0 Georgia Southern responded with a solo home run in the top of the eighth to even the scoring see Baseball, page 11 back up. With two outs in the top of the ninth, Henry Sisson ’15 recently threw the sixth no-hitter in Davidson baseball history in a Georgia Southern’s T.D. Davis stroked an RBI game against Wofford on Friday night. The Wildcats won 1-0 behind the strong pitch- Photo courtesy of Tim Cowie single that eventually won the game 7-6. ing performance. Women’s Tennis falls to Furman, Samford, defeats Chattanooga, Wofford, WCU BenJamin aRkin to Samford by the score of 6-1. Samford tennis team returned to the court as they Conference play. On the season, Davidson Staff Writer swept the doubles for an early 1-0 lead and traveled to Wofford on April 11th. The fell to 5-18 overall and 2-8 in Southern On April 4th, the Davidson women’s proceeded to win fi ve of the six singles ‘Cats defeated Wofford 5-2 to earn their Conference play. Furman began the match tennis team beat Western Carolina 6-1. The matches. Moniz-Soares picked up the only second Southern Conference win of the by sweeping the three doubles events giving ‘Cats swept the doubles to open up a 1-0 win for Davidson in No. 2 singles. The loss year. Davidson earned wins in No. 1 and them an early 1-0 lead. Although the ’Cats lead. Other than a loss in No. 1 singles, dropped Davidson to 1-6 in conference play. No. 2 doubles as the duo of Stephani Synn battled hard, Furman won all six singles Davidson won the rest of the singles The next day, the ’Cats hosted Chattanooga. ’12 and Moniz-Soares won No. 1 doubles matches to give them the 7-0 victory. In No. matches picking up wins from Brites Chattanooga defeated Davidson by a score 9-7 and Crouser and Dicconson won No. 2 2 singles, Moniz-Soares had her four game Moniz-Soares ’14, Katharine Dicconson of 6-1. The Mocs swept the doubles despite doubles 8-2. In singles play, Moniz-Soares winning streak snapped as she lost for the ’12, Nisha Crouser ’14, Elise Held ‘14, and a strong performance in No. 2 doubles from earned her fourth victory in a row winning fi rst time in fi ve matches. On the season, Catherine Wood ’13. The win was the fi rst Dicconson and Crouser. In singles play, the No. 2 singles 6-2, 6-4. The ’Cats won No. Moniz-Soares was a team best 14-6 overall Southern Conference win of the year for the Mocs won fi ve of the six matches. Again, 4, No. 5, and No. 6 singles as well behind and 7-3 in Southern Conference play. ’Cats. Moniz-Soares continued her impressive the strong play of Crouser, Held, and Frizzi The ’Cats resume play April 19-22 in The women’s tennis team returned to season by picking up the only singles win of Bschorer ’14. Charleston, South Carolina for the Southern action two days later when they hosted the day for Davidson in the No. 2 slot. On Saturday, the Davidson women’s Conference tournament. Samford. Unfortunately, the ’Cats fell After a two day break, the women’s tennis team fell to Furman 7-0 in Southern

PLAYER OF THE WEEK PLAY OF THE WEEK Caroline Queen ’14 Henry Sisson ’15 Olympic Kayaking Baseball Darnestown, MD Chevy Chase, MD

The sophomore, currently on leave for the spring semester, The freshman threw the sixth no-hitter in Davidson Baseball ran in the Olympic trials on Saturday at the National White- history last Friday night in a 1-0 victory over Wofford. It was water Center in Charlotte. Queen was one of 14 paddlers the fi rst no-hitter for Davidson since the 2001 season and to qualify for the fi nal round of qualifying events in Great earned Sisson the title of National Pitcher of the Week by Britain in June. There are only fi ve spots on the Olympic Collegiate Baseball Newspaper. team, including only one for women. She is currently in sec- ond place for that single women’s spot.