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THELAWRENTIAN VOL. CXXXI NO. 6 October 25, 2013 “Squirrels” forum gives insight into film industry any advice for those who aspire to work in film. Line producer Brian Rose Nelson Herskowitz recommended that Staff Writer ______people “find their bliss by trying a bit of everything,” and to keep Students got an inside look in mind that “the path is never at the process of making a film on straight and you should not stop Thursday, Oct. 17 at “Long Live doing something because some- the Squirrels: Behind the scenes.” one else doesn’t like it.” Costume In this program, held in the new designer Megan Spats mentioned Hurvis Center film studio, six peo- the importance of “being the best ple involved in the making of the you can be and making yourself film discussed their backgrounds irreplaceable,” and “cultivating as well as their experiences in one’s youth.” Gaffer Dale Marks filming in Appleton the past few and others emphasized being weeks. They also shared tips for alert, organized and gracious, on- those interested in becoming part and off-set. of the film industry. The film that each of these The panel of “Long Live the Squirrels” filmmakers, including Lawrence’s Artist-in-Residence Catherine Tatge ‘72, far right. The forum began with the people were here to work on is Photo by Katie Crawford filmmakers describing what their “Long Live the Squirrels.” It is roles were on the set. Those pres- about Bucky and the Squirrels, ent were: line producer Brian a fictional one-hit wonder band Report to the Community celebrates Herskowitz, gaffer Dale Marks, with roots in Appleton, Wisconsin digital imaging technician Freddie that disappeared in a plane crash Fernandez, property master Ron in 1968. The fake documentary collaboration between LU and Appleton Greenwood, costume design- follows the discovery of the band er Megan Spats and producer in the Swiss Alps in a frozen but Catherine Tatge ‘72, the class mentary partners, Camilla Grove Catherine Tatge ’72. Each gave a living state and their reunion with allows students to weave togeth- ‘13, to be invited into the home Tina Czaplinska bit of history about their occupa- the city of Appleton. The story er their interests with aspects of of a Hmong family in Appleton, Staff Writer tion and there was some discus- continues as the band attempts to Appleton’s community. Dean of the Xiong family. The gravity of us ______sion about the evolution of jobs give a concert as a way to pay off the Conservatory of Music Brian telling their story was not lost on in the film industry. The recent 50 years of back-taxes. This past Tuesday, Oct. 23 Pertl, a speaker at the event, us” said Babbitt. development of the role of digital The film was written, direct- marked Lawrence’s fifth annual described the Civic Life Project Screening of the Civic Life imaging technician was compared ed and produced by Alan Katz. Report to the Community, under- as, “Not an inward gazing isolat- Project is scheduled for Oct. 30 at to the earlier evolution of the role The decision to film at Lawrence lining the role of LU students ing activity but rather a means to Fox Valley Technical College from of property master. has to do with connections to in Appleton. Bringing together engage fully in the world.” 6:30-8:30 p.m. After describing their profes- Lawrence alumni and others in Appleton community leaders, Junior Alexander Babbitt Retired Appleton Area School sions, each member of the forum the Lawrence community. The the Lawrence Board of Trustee commented on his involvement District Administrator and CESA gave a brief description of his idea to utilize the university in Members, President Burstein and with the Civic Life Project and on 6 State Coordinator of CREATE or her journey into the world of the film arose as a way of keep- local law enforcement, the report making “Rooted:” “As a Lawrence Wisconsin Ronald Dunlap contin- film. Some of them traveled from ing costs down and of present- identifies the symbiotic relation- student, I am guilty of residing in ued the event. Dunalp comment- one part of the film industry to ing an educational opportunity ship between Lawrence and the the Lawrence bubble most of the ed, “I am proud to be a member of another or even from a different to students on campus who are city. time, but this course propelled my this distinguished university. We industry into film. interested in film. Producer of the A focus of this year’s report classmates and me into the Fox created a relationship between The forum took a turn for film and Lawrence graduate and was Lawrence’s Civic Life Project. Cities community. I was very for- the inspirational when the film- Piloted by Artist-in-Residence tunate, along with one of my docu- See page 2 makers were asked if they had See page 2 Jamnesty partners with campus groups to broaden discussion event and transform it into a mini trivia game to spread knowledge Xue Yan human rights fair.” about obstacles to human rights Staff Writer In this way, topics about such as sweatshops, one-child pol- ______human rights can be represented icies and human trafficking. The human rights-oriented in a well rounded way, and the Music is another important event Jamnesty was held at Esch student organizations involved part of Jamnesty. Many student Hurvis Studio at Warch Campus can present themselves from a bands at Lawrence got involved Center on Saturday, Oct.16. human rights perspective. and shared their music at An annual project of the Some of the student orga- Jamnesty, including Akrasis, Snort, Lawrence chapter of Amnesty nizations that were present at Bandeta Bandeta, Sambistas, Too International, Jamnesy aims to Jamnesty included GlobeMed, The Many Triangles and Wild Firth. engage with the Lawrence com- Lawrentian, Asia-A and Greenfire. “All of the bands were very munity and start the discussion Every student organization dis- generous to donate their time to about current humanitarian cussed human rights topics relat- Jamnesty,” Anabtawi commented. issues in a fun and educational ed to its own concerns. Topics She believes that the prominent way. include global health, farm work- Conservatory at Lawrence pro- This is the first year that ers’ rights, one-child policy and vided a wide range of choices for Amnesty International invited sweatshops, among others. Jamnesty. other student organizations to Some student organizations Sophomore Taylor Jamison be involved in Jamnesty and talk used very interactive activities to believed that Jamnesty helped her about human rights. As sopho- share their human rights topics. learn more about human rights, more and president of Amnesty For instance, GlobeMed designed saying that Jamnesty “gave me International Razan Anabtawi an interactive role-playing game more information about issues said, “We [tried] to incorporate to help participants experience other campus organizations in our global health, while Asia-A had a The band Snort performs during Amnesty International’s annual Jamnesty celebration. See page 2 Photo by Abedin Rafique

INSIDEVIEW: Sports Features A&E Op-Ed Men’s soccer Government shutdown Artist Spotlight: Duff comments on This week’s top battles UW-Oshkosh affects ORC Tammara Nassar online aggression news and views PAGE 4 PAGE 7 PAGE 9 PAGE 11 2 NEWS 25 Oct. 2013 THE LAWRENTIAN Main Hall vandalism raises questions about gender-neutral spaces on campus

Nathan Lawrence ing gender-neutral bathrooms is versions of signs and their own about gender-neutral restrooms vandalism has altered these pri- Photo Editor very important, I don’t condone letter of intent online for others to in academic buildings seems to be orities. ______the act of vandalism,” explained download and use. The Wesleyan ongoing, it is unclear if the recent Students using the restrooms sophomore Alexa Blumenstock, student-run blog “Wesleying” in Main Hall last Friday, Oct. 18 whose pictures on Facebook published a post with the text that may have been surprised to find helped spread news of the event was written on these signs, and the signs denoting gender forcibly early Friday afternoon. “I would the messages supposedly bore a removed from the walls, replaced have been fine if the new signs striking resemblance to those on with temporary paper signs had been placed over the origi- the signs posted here at Lawrence. declaring the restrooms gender- nal ones, but damaging someone However, these files are no longer neutral and a letter expressing an else’s property is not okay.” available for download, making unnamed group’s intent to protest This type of vandalism isn’t this difficult to confirm. the university’s policy on gender- unique to the Lawrence campus. Before this event, gender- neutral restrooms. After gender-neutral restrooms in neutral bathrooms were already This damage, which was also Brown University’s Keeney Hall a priority of the Lawrence admin- extended to some restrooms in were turned into gendered rest- istration. the Seeley G. Mudd Library, is rooms earlier this month, resi- “This past summer, a gender- assumed by the university to have dents pulled signs off the walls or neutral bathroom was designated been perpetrated by one or more defaced them with drawings and in the Wellness Center,” explained students. paper crafts. Dean of Students Nancy Truesdell The vandalism was interpret- Further, a group of students at on Tuesday morning. “At the same ed as an expression of frustration the Connecticut-based Wesleyan time, we asked Provost Burrows about the gender roles that are University operating under the about the possibility of creating reinforced by traditional bath- pseudonym “Pissed off Trans* gender neutral bathrooms in any room signage. People” carried out a similar pro- academic buildings.” “As much as I agree that hav- test last week, even posting PDF Though the conversation An illustration of the sign that was placed outside the bathroom. Because the signs were removed, The Lawrentian was unable to obtain photos of the signs. Expansive research projects showcased at poster session in Steitz Hall topics, including biology, geology in research topics complement- of various organisms, including during the summer. Danny Davis and anthropology, gathered in the ing the work they’ve done toward humans. Gmehlin used zebra fish “There are three kinds of Staff Writer Steitz Hall atrium to present find- their major. Some of the research to determine the effects of deacti- learning that goes on,” she said. ______ings of their summer research was conducted in a lab environ- vating the ZBR-1 gene on the way “One benefits technical learning, projects. Each summer, students ment while other people conduct- zebra fish grow. By deactivating learning how to ask questions in Last Saturday, Oct. 18, stu- in a variety of academic topics are ed field research. The participat- the gene, Gmehlin found that the an answerable way [and] trou- dents majoring in a variety of given the opportunity to engage ing students, some working alone zebrafish developed grotesque bleshooting experiments. Those and others working in pairs, had deformities, suggesting that the are the hard skills that students a panel set up that complemented deactivated gene was equivalent learn. Some of the softer skills their presentations. to the veg-1 gene in humans. are the quality of the person that One project undertaken by These are two examples of get tested and honed such as senior Steph Courtney involved the research projects presented patience, perserverance, dedica- the analysis of microbial life in an last Saturday. In an interview tion and time management. Then exceptionally saline (heavy salt conducted earlier this week, they learn: Is this something I content) lake in Washington. The Professor of biology and Raymond really love?” experiment involved taking sam- H. Herzong Professor of Science De Stasio pointed out that not ples of the abundant algae that Beth De Stasio highlighted the every student will love research, grew in the lake and introduc- opportunities students are pre- but it can still be a successful ing them to different isotopes of sented with for doing research in learning experience. Additionally, carbon, as well as exposing the their majors, as well as the advan- De Stasio discussed the benefits algae to different levels of light tages they can gain from those of the experience, especially in a and analyzing the metabolism of opportunities. job interview or honors thesis, each experimental group. “Frequently, the biology fac- the latter of which could pave an Another research project ulty will have students working entry into graduate programs. undertaken by senior Cameron in their labs during the summer,” Students looking for research Gmehlin was an extension of said De Stasio. “It is not required opportunities should contact Bart his professor’s graduate school of any student, but it’s a fabulous De Stasio, who is in charge of this research project, which analyzed idea for any student going on to year’s summer research program. a gene called veg-1 and its rela- study biology.” Junior Maggi Rojas-Infantes answers some of Prof. Mark Jenike’s questions about her summer research. tion to forming left-right pat- De Stasio also discussed the Photo by Abedin Rafique terning in the physical structure specific benefits of doing research

International has “lots of differ- at providing a platform for stu- a point to mention the wonderful Jamnesty ent fliers that you can take a look dents who wish to address these Film forum experience in dealing with local at, and they also have things that human rights violations. Anabtawi businesses. continued from page 1 you can take and write to different said, “We continuously organize continued from page 1 The relationship between governments about things going letter-writing campaigns where the film and the university began that are going on right now, like professor Catherine Tatge played on in their countries.” students can learn about various with the understanding that film- human trafficking, and some pro- a role as liaison between the uni- As for the music, both Larsen human rights issues and write a ing would occur in a way that grams on campus that are doing versity and the film team. and Jamison felt it was too loud. letter urging a government offi- would not greatly infringe on something about it.” Each of those involved in the “It was cool music but it was very cial to abide by the declaration of campus activity. The filmmakers Sophomore Sara Larsen said forum talked with delight about loud to hear what other people human rights and just treatment.” found that the university was very that the setting of Jamnesty is the way the relationship with are saying.” said Jamison. Larsen Amnesty International is the accommodating in many situa- very nice and the tabling people Appleton and Lawrence devel- agreed, saying, “It was really hard world’s largest human rights advo- tions. are very friendly. She also said, oped. Herskowitz recalled a time to hear people and talk to them.” cacy organization. The Lawrence The film is about to be put “I really enjoy the Asia-A exhibit when the local children’s museum Amnesty International is a chapter of Amnesty International through the editing process, which where you can pick the stuff out opened its doors to the crew and human rights organization that meets every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. will take about eight weeks. This and interact with them and hear put out a call to its members when advocates for individuals who are will be followed by six weeks of more about it.” extras were needed. Many mem- being persecuted and also sheds a sound work. After all of the finish- She was impressed by the bers of the forum said that this spotlight on human rights abuses ing touches are applied, the film table of Amnesty International, openness was present throughout around the world. Lawrence’s will be presented to distributors. too. She said that Amnesty the entire film process. Property chapter of this organization aims master Ron Greenwood made it

-- no matter their race, gender, no Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox instruction, as well as other fine and solutions to what we are fac- Report matter what,” Dunlap continued. Valley. Hill has worked with the arts programming such as Hip- ing now. It has always been young “Lawrence University has never club staff, club youth, LU volun- Hop Dance, Step Club and Media people to take the risk to forge continued from page 1 sat back just watching [passively]. teers and the AmeriCorps pro- Instruction, Lawrence has really change. ” In 1965 they brought a young man gram to build a relationship over built a bridge between the needs Lawrence students and the kids at here to speak in this community the past three years. of club youth and the interests Lincoln [Elementary School].” even though this community was According to Hill, “Through and talents of Lawrentian volun- Despite the present catalyz- not real welcoming of that. So they working with the Center for teers.” ing efforts of Lawrence students, brought in a young Martin Luther Grieving Children at the club to To conclude the event, Dunlap explained that Lawrence’s King, Jr.” help Lawrentians facilitate the Dunlap reminded the communi- past has always aligned with this Director of Volunteer and first teen grief group, working ty that there are no setbacks to ideology. Community Service Programs with the Fine Arts Coordinator to being young. “These are young “Going as far as 1847, there Kristi Hill then explained help Lawrence Conservatory stu- people who are not intimidated, was belief that all students should Lawrence’s Initiative with the dents provide free weekly music who believe that they have ideas have the right to an education 25 Oct. 2013 VARIETY 3 THE LAWRENTIAN Pages The Lawrencewith Erin Davis Difference Specht Pranks? Yes, please. Kevin Specht time on your roommate’s clock Columnist forward one minute every day. ______Switch the phone numbers Do you have enemies? Is your of your roommate’s friends and roommate annoying? Are you family in the contact list on his stirring with memories of mov- cell phone. ies such as “Animal House,” and Cut off your roommate’s hair TV Shows such as “The Office?” and replace it with a mop. Hello, and welcome to Specht Cut off your roommate’s mop Pages, the true and supreme voice and replace it with a wig. of Lawrence University. In this Label all your roommate’s celebratory 27th issue, we will clothes “Property of (roommate’s discuss the colorful topic of col- name): Do not touch!” Then pro- lege pranks and how you can “get ceed to borrow them. even.” So, sit back, relax and allow Hide a bag of old rotting all of us at Specht Pages to spoon- pumpkins in your wardrobe. feed you with our superior think- Hide fake money in your ing and wisdom. roommate’s pants pockets to give In the Bathroom: him false hope. Put some dye (I would rec- Replace his pens and pencils The strong correlation between sociability and workload at Lawrence ommend Easter egg dye) in the with dry spaghetti. showers or in the reservoir of Fill his water bottle with toilets. lemon juice concentrate. Tape pictures of members of Alternatively, you can replace his the Tea Party on the ceiling of a contact lens solution with lemon highly liberal dorm. juice concentrate. Put up signs that state that Sell your roommate’s tooth- Graves from Göttingen the bathroom is gender-neutral, brush to bio majors for genetic but sex-specific. testing. Make Jell-O in the sink. Put an electric blanket under Fill the Kohler bathtubs with your roommate’s sheets and Walther Hermann Nenrst water and populate them with adjust the temperature through- fish. out the night so he has to alter- nal work on electrolytic dissocia- production. Two of his daugh- Hide a boombox that plays nate between no covers and a lot Susannah Miller tion -- splitting liquids into acids ters married Jewish men. It was Columnist polka music incessantly in the of covers. ______if they give hydrogen ions and his views of Nazism that caused bathroom. Hire a trumpet performance bases if they give hydroxyl ions. It Nernst to retire from his post at major to play reverie every morn- The chemist and Nobel was in the company of these men the University of Berlin in 1933; In your dorm room: ing on your floor. Prize Laureate Walthar Hermann that Nernst began his important he was protesting the effect of Put thumb tacks in your Tell your roommate that you Nernst was born on June 25, researches into electrochemistry. Nazism on science. roommate’s underwear. get reverse Epilepsy and that you 1864, in Briesen, West Prussia. Nernst was an active Although Nernst’s inventions Fill your fridge with pig need a strobe light on at all times He lived with his father, Gustav researcher and inventor, and may not have caught on, his theo- intestines so when your room- to help you prevent seizures. Nernst, who was a district judge; made some significant contribu- rem, now generally referred to as mate is looking for butter for his Put some food coloring in his mother, Ottilie Nerger; three tions to academics, technology the Third Law of Thermodynamics, toast, he may find an unpleasant your roommate’s shampoo and sisters and one brother. He began and even music. Nernst’s most is a mainstay of modern phys- surprise. body wash so he has a healthy his schooling in Graudenz, now famous work was the develop- ics. It states that no object can An oldie, but a classic: Put a green glow. ment of the Nernst Heat Theorem, be cooled to absolute zero, and horse’s head in your roommate’s Replace his laundry deter- continued to study at universi- more commonly known as the certainly no one has succeeded bed whilst he is asleep. But make gent with bubble-bath. tiesGrudziądz in Zurich, in Poland,Berlin, Graz and thenand, Third Law of Thermodynamics. in doing so, although it’s been sure to remove the eyes first, so Crop yourself into the pic- finally, Würzburg, where he got This law states that molecu- close: The world record is 810 you don’t spook him too deep. tures of your roommate’s family his doctorate in 1887. In 1894, lar movement ceases as tem- trillionths of a degree Fahrenheit Replace his pillow with a pil- and girlfriend. Nernst received invitations from perature reaches zero Kelvin, or above 0 Kelvin. His improvement lowcase filled with leaves. Adjust the settings on your universities in Berlin, Munich and -459.67°F, and was the discov- on the carbon filament light bulb Empty your roommate’s tube roommate’s alarm so when it goes Göttingen to chair their physics ery that won Nernst the Nobel was also something of a success. of toothpaste and refill it with off, instead of playing a song or departments. He opted for the Prize in Chemistry. In 1897, dur- It would have continued to be cheeze-wiz. alarm tone, it automatically calls ing his time in Göttingen, Nernst popular, had the tungsten-fila- University of Göttingen, where he See page 6 founded and became the direc- developed what was known as ment bulbs not been invented. Set the tor of the Institute for Physical the Nernst Lamp, an alternative However, the Nernst Lamps did to the carbon filament light bulbs. have a period of popularity; in Chemistry and Electrochemistry. *For a complete list, refer As a young man, Nernst This consisted of a ceramic rod, of the US, they were marketed worked at the University of zirconium or yttrium oxide, which by the well-known George for to the LU calender at Leipzig and his research was emitted light and was surrounded Westinghouse, who start- t lawrence.edu strongly influenced by his asso- by a glass bulb. The Nernst Lamp ed the Nernst Lamp u ciates Wilhelm Ostwald, Jacobus had several advantages over the Company in 1901. o Henricus van t’ Hoff, and Svante earlier carbon filament bulbs as They were also k Arrhenius. All three of these men it didn’t need to be a vacuum or used in one of o October 26: were extremely influential in be filled with an inert gas and was the first ever Presidential Installation Ceremony 9:30 AM twice as efficient. Shortly before fax systems, o their fields and in science in gen- l Lawrence Jams 8 PM eral. Wilhelm Ostwald, the son of a his retirement, Nernst developed which was Latvian cooper, studied dilution in one of the first electric pianos designed October 27: with the Bechstein and Siemens as early o Lawrence Volunteers 11 AM liquids and introduced the chemi- t cal unit of the mole. Jacobus van t’ companies. The sounding board a s October 28: of this piano, called the Neo- 1902. Hoff, the son of a Dutch physician, s Guest Recital: Morita & Stanley 8 PM Bechstein Flügel, was replaced was a lecturer at the University of t October 29: Amsterdam before he moved to with radio amplifiers and used Berlin. One of his contributions to electromagnetic pickups to alter n “Community Conversation” 7 PM the sound, making it sound some- science was discovering how the e October 30: carbon atom could have different what like an electric guitar. Main Hall Forum: Bradford Ellis 4:30 PM Nernst married Emma v forms, called isomers; this began IGLU Concert 8 PM the science of stereochemistry. He Lohmeyer in 1892 and had three E proved that thermodynamic laws daughters and two sons with October 31: apply not only to gases but also to her. Sadly, both of his sons were Fall Term Play 8 PM liquids, and he believed strongly killed in World War I. Nernst was Guest Recital: Douglas Humpherys 8 PM in the necessity of creativity in very vocal against Hitler and the November 1: Nazi party, although he did play science. Svante Arrhenius was a Fall Term Play 8 PM Swedish physicist who did semi- a small part in German weapon Guest Recital: William Wielgus 8 PM

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Speaking on what a small-school omore Liz Landes, who finished two weeks are all about making team receives from running in this in 23:50, freshman Elin Karlsson positive life choices in order to Alex York Staff Writer highly competitive atmosphere, (132nd, 24:05) and sophomore give ourselves the best possible ______Fast said, “I believe being in the Cora Williams (136th, 24:07). The chance to succeed.” big meet atmosphere often helps women’s team took 20th overall, Most of the work during the Both men’s and women’s to bring out the best in our stu- but they finished well ahead of all later parts of the season is much cross country teams are right on dent athletes.” other MWC competitors. more pointed: “This is the point pace. After having competed last And “bring out the best” was The men’s team was led once in the season when we focus Saturday, Oct. 19 in UW-Oshkosh’s exactly what it did. There were too again by senior Jamie Brisbois, more on running fast, as we are Brooks Invitational, head coach many personal bests to list from who finished the 8,000-meter doing less volume in our hard- Jason Fast has quite a belief in Saturday’s race. Almost every run- race in 26:23 (102nd place). er workouts and focusing more his team as they look ahead to ner on the team scored a personal Junior Kyle Dockery finished next on our speed and the quality of the Midwest Conference meet. “I best or a season best. for the Vikings with his time of race performance,” noted Fast. STANDINGS believe both teams have a shot to The women’s team was led 26:41, which was good enough for Everyone is looking forward to win,” noted Fast. by sophomore Clare Bruning, who 123rd place, while sophomores Conference, and the runners are The Brooks Invitational nabbed 90th place overall with Jonah Laursen (135th, 26:54), and confident: “Everything will fall School MWC Overall was the largest meet of the year her time of 23:28 for the 6,000- Cameron Davies (169th, 27:39), into place nicely for Conference,” for Lawrence, with thirty-seven meter race. The pack running and senior Curran Carlile (174th, commented Landes, while coach FOOTBALL teams in both the men’s and wom- that has become quite typical for 27:48) made solid contributions. Fast showed his confidence, as en’s races. Some of the best teams the Vikings was seen once again. Commenting on the team’s well. “Our goal every year [is] to St. Norbert 6-0 6-1 in the Midwest participated on Leading the rest of the pack was recent success, Fast says, “We be running our best at the end of Illinois Col. 5-0 6-0 Saturday and contributed to the freshman Amy Hutchings with have put in all the hard work dur- October and we always do.” Lake Forest 5-1 6-1 blazingly fast races that ensued. her 117th place time of 23:48. ing the summer and up until this Cornell 4-1 4-2 Following close behind were soph- point in the season, so the next Ripon 3-2 4-2 Carroll 2-3 3-3 Monmouth 2-3 2-4 Grinnell 1-4 1-5 Vikings hang tough with St. Norbert at home Beloit 1-5 1-6 Knox 1-5 1-6 ond was a 17-yard pass to senior the same mistakes we’ve made ed against Lawrence’s Midwest Lawrence 0-5 0-6 Sam Wagner. With 13:09 left in all year and being unable to put Conference record. That being Zach Ben-Amots MEN’S SOCCER Staff Writer the second quarter, sophomore points on the board.” St. Norbert said, LU’s overall win-loss record ______running-back Dalton Sendelbach finished the game on a 17-0 run. now sits at 0-6. The Vikings will punched in a one-yard touch- Leading the charge for the Green travel to Monmouth College this Lake Forest 6-1 9-6 Despite suffering another down run to put Lawrence up Knights was junior running back Saturday, Oct. 26. Regarding the Carroll 5-1 9-4-1 loss this week, the Lawrence 6-0. Lawrence went into halftime Zach Broberg, who finished with upcoming game, Eichhorst said, Knox 5-2 12-3 football team came away from down 7-6. 88 total yards from scrimmage “We just need to bring the same St. Norbert 5-2 6-7-2 their matchup against St. Norbert “Everybody felt good in the and a touchdown. tenacity we always have at home, Illinois Col. 4-3 9-5-1 College with a positive attitude. locker room,” said Eichhorst. “I Due to a scheduling techni- and we’ll have a great chance at Lawrence 4-3 6-8-1 Sophomore defensive back Zach mean, we were playing great cality, the loss will not be count- finally getting that W.” Grinnell 4-3 6-9 Eichhorst felt that the team defense and our offense wasn’t Ripon 3-5 3-12 entered the game with low expec- far behind.” Monmouth 2-5 4-10-1 tations. “[St. Norbert] has one of Sam Wagner, who has dis- Beloit 0-6 0-12-1 the best teams in the Conference played great poise and leadership Cornell 0-7 2-13 and, honestly, we went into the as a captain all season, led the game knowing that they were a lot Vikings’ defense with 14 tackles, WOMEN’S SOCCER bigger, faster and stronger than including 1 sack and 4 tackles us,” said Eichhorst. “We knew we for loss. Another defensive high- St. Norbert 6-1 10-3-2 had to be scrappy if we were going light came when Trevor Spina, Monmouth 6-1 10-4 to have a chance.” an all-purpose freshman out of Grinnell 5-2-1 10-5-1 For the majority of the first Henderson, Nevada, recorded his Lake Forest 5-2 10-4 half, the Vikings used home-field first career interception early in Ripon 4-3-1 8-6-1 advantage to maintain control the fourth quarter. Overall, the Carroll 4-3 7-7 of the game. The second quar- defense was able to contain the Lawrence 3-3-1 5-7-1 ter began with a short 23-yard Green Knights, who average 24 Cornell 2-4-1 7-7-1 punt that placed Lawrence at points per game this season, to Illinois Col. 2-5-1 6-8-2 the St. Norbert 41-yard line. Two only 17 points. Beloit 0-6-1 2-12-1 key plays from quarterback Luke Ultimately, Lawrence was Knox 0-7 6-9 Barthelmess put the Vikings in unable to keep up offensively. scoring position, the first of which “We managed to stick around all game and keep it close,” said Curt, Statistics are courtesy of www. was a 23-yard pass to senior wide midwestconference.org one of the LU fans in attendance. receiver Dan Dubnicka (7 catches and are current as of “But we ended up just making Senior Gabor Bukszar congratulates freshman Trevor Spina after breaking up a pass. for 110 yards on the day). The sec- Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke Oct. 23, 2013. Men’s soccer team nearly defeats Buccaneers fall to LU nationally ranked UW-Oshkosh volleyball team The first half was relatively 18 shots to Lawrence’s five, and Jenny Angeli then in Beloit when she was able Clare Bruning uneventful, punctuated by a single freshman goalkeeper Joe Krivit Staff Writer to hit, she dominated the net and Staff Writer Oshkosh goal at 13:05. “The sec- made six saves to Oshkosh’s three. ______racked up the kills and blocks. ______ond half it got good,” said Deremo, “We never gave up, we did Great job, girl!” noting the faster-paced action a good job of moving the ball Well folks, it was not a great Assisting McLeod on defense On Saturday, Oct. 19, the that picked up after halftime. The around and we kept our spac- weekend to be a Buccaneer. Beloit was senior Kathleen Rowland who Lawrence University men’s soccer Titans doubled their lead five min- ing pretty well,” said Deremo of traveled to Alexander Gym this contributed a match-high 21 digs team (5-8-1, 3-3-0 MWC) faced utes into the half with an unas- his team’s strengths in the diffi- past Saturday, Oct. 19 to take on for the Vikings. Offensively, soph- UW-Oshkosh (11-0-4) -- a formi- sisted goal by Oshkosh freshman cult competition. “We kept to our the Vikes in a Midwest Conference omore Terese Swords had nine dable opponent ranked sixth in Jacob Hernandez, but ten minutes game plan, to get the ball behind matchup, but Beloit was not pre- kills and junior Kayla Storm added NCAA Division III -- at Whiting later Lawrence counter-attacked. their back line. We were trying to pared to take on LU, who domi- six kills of her own. Additionally, Field West. Despite falling behind Off assists credited to freshmen find [senior] Erich Lohrmann the nated each and every game. Beloit’s Molly Schulting finished early on, a second-half push by Brendan Flynn and Sean Salansky, whole game.” Demonstrating this For senior and starting set- with eight kills, while Carolyn the Vikings equalized the score sophomore Santiago Alvarez sent philosophy, three of Lawrence’s ter Diane McLeod, it was her best Stransky notched 18 assists. They until a late goal seized the victory the ball into the goal after a free five shots were Lohrmann’s. game of the season. She pulled were no match for the Vikings, for Oshkosh, maintaining their kick deflected off his teammate. Coming off the respectable off a triple-double this weekend, who won all three games by the impressive winning streak. Within three minutes, Alvarez loss to UW-Oshkosh into a full meaning a player records double following scores: 25-11, 25-12, “We knew it was going to be struck again, dribbling past two week of competition, the Vikings digits for three of the five statisti- and 25-14. “A major strength this a hard game, and we did a lot bet- defenders and shooting the ball realize their need for focus. “We cal categories: Aces, kills, blocks, game was serving for sure. We ter than I think we expected to,” over the Oshkosh goaltender’s have to win our next four games digs and/or assists. McLeod led didn’t miss nearly as many serves said freshman standout Michael head to tie the score at 2-2. The if we want to make playoffs,” said the team with 11 kills, 27 assists as in some of our other games Deremo. Titans kept control of the ball Deremo. “Our last game of the sea- and 10 digs, playing incredible and they were very aggressive, as “It was good for us,” agreed for a strong part of the half, and son, against Lake Forest, is going offense and defense. Sophomore well,” explained Conley. junior Oliver Newsom. “It made us scored one more goal on a corner to be the most important. They’re Megan Conley added, “I would Saturday also featured the more confident to be able to hang kick with 15 minutes remaining definitely pick McLeod as team MVP this week. She set great and with such a high-ranked team.” to win the game. Oshkosh totaled See page 6 See page 6 25 Oct. 2013 SPORTS 5 THE LAWRENTIAN Women’s tennis captures Athletes of the Week sixth at MWC tourney By: Amanda Ollerer flight three, but lost to Julia Patzin of Carroll in the quarterfinals. Matt Geleske Senior Polly Dalton won her first Staff Writer ______match in a dominating two sets, The Lawrence women’s ten- but lost in the next round to Ariel Casey Merkle: Women’s Soccer nis team competed in Madison Bloniarz of St. Norbert. Finally, last Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, junior Melissa Heeren played in the sixth flight, where she hand- Oct. 20 at the Midwest Conference Freshman Casey Merkle is the second ily defeated her opponent before tournament. Saturday consisted of leading scorer for the women’s soccer falling to Brittany Dudzik from St. the singles tournament, in which team and leads the team in assists. Norbert. Lawrence placed sixth with 27 She currently has three goals and The next day showcased the points. Several women also com- four assists on the season. Merkle Conference doubles tournament. peted the next day in the doubles also boasts a 64% when it comes to Geoffrey and Heiring competed in tournament. Both tournaments shots on goal. contained several flights, where the first flight by defeating Illinois College before falling to St. Norbert athletes competed independently 1) What goes through your mind in the quarterfinals. Malhotra and for individual championships. when you score a goal? Dalton won in the second flight As Conference was the last I just get a really great feeling, like against Beloit before losing to Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke match of the season, the Vikings my adrenaline goes up really fast. another duo from St. Norbert in were determined to perform their My first goal caught me a lot by sur- the next round. The third flight best. Freshman Katie Frankel prise, because I thought the goalie contained the Lawrence pair of recounts, “We had to take one was going to block it. Once I realized Frankel and junior Allison Juda, match at a time. We only looked it was in, I immediately did a little who overcame another pair from at our first match and focused victory jump. I couldn’t handle the Illinois College and ultimately lost Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke on that. We didn’t worry about excitement, so I let it out. Right after in the quarterfinals to Grinnell looking ahead to who we might a goal, I look to my teammates so I can celebrate with them. We all share that same awesome feeling College. play next, we just focused on what if one of us scores. I love it! was at hand.” This was especially After finishing their season, the women on the Lawrence ten- important as most of the women 2) Throughout your life, who have been your biggest supporters of your career and what have nis team look forward to a long played in multiple matches a day. they done? offseason where they look to Frankel competed in flight four of My parents have been a huge influence on my soccer career. My dad goes out of his way to make sure sharpen their skills and prepare singles and was able to shutout he’s supporting me. As soon as I could dribble a soccer ball, he wanted to be my coach. He continued for next year. “I’m relieved that the her first opponent in two sets coaching me for five years until I reached middle school. Even after that, he went to every game he season’s over, but I’m definitely before losing to flight champion could. My mom drove me to every practice even if it conflicted with her schedule. They gave up a lot looking forward to next year,” says Hannah Feldman from Grinnell in for me and have always supported me. the quarterfinals. Frankel. “With three seniors leav- ing, we lost a good chunk of our Another competitor was 3) What is your pre-game ritual? team, but we still have a good senior Gayatri Malhotra, who, My pre-game ritual starts off with some jellybeans. My secret buddy gets them for me before every core of players left.” The team after losing her first match, was away game. Honestly, though, I just try to stay loose and joke around a little with teammates. My will certainly be affected by the able to rebound and win the con- teammates are the best, because they keep me relaxed before a game. solation final of the first flight by loss of senior leaders Polly Dalton, Brenna Decker and Gayatri defeating Dana Pierce of Knox. 4) What has been your favorite part of the season so far, and why? Malhotra. However, the Lawrence Also performing well was junior My favorite part of the season was when the team went to Costa Rica! Pura Vida! The training and tennis team has a talented group Hannah Geoffrey, who came back games were really challenging but we worked through it as a team. I had never been outside of the of underclassmen who are will- to win the consolation bracket of country so it was an awesome way to experience something new. flight two after losing in the first ing to bring a bright future to the round. She did so by defeating program. Emiley Brand from Knox. Junior Ali Heiring won her first match in Women’s soccer recap, Santiago Alvarez: Men’s Soccer Sophomore Santiago Alvarez is the second- Q&A with Merkle leading scorer for the men’s soccer team. He has two goals, two of which came against [Muchowski] meant to the team nationally ranked University of Wisconsin- this year? Oshkosh. He has a 37% shot percentage, which Erik Soderlund leads the team. Staff Writer M: Keli is a key component to ______the team and we would not have been able to win that game with- 1) What goes through your mind when you Maranatha Baptist Bible out her. Keli played even though score a goal? College hosted the Lawrence wom- she was still getting over the flu! The first thing that goes through my mind en’s soccer team on Saturday, Oct. She is a really dedicated player. when I score a goal is the fact that I can’t 19 in a non-Conference matchup. Her goal soared right over the believe I just scored a goal. It seems so unreal Maranatha, a non-NCAA institu- goalie and it was an impressive for that first second. Then I just get excited tion, competes against mainly shot from far out. and hope that it’s not the last goal I score that NCAA affiliated schools. Belonging S: Considering you have game. to the NCCAA (National Christian been one of the key compo- College Athletic Association), they nents to your team’s success 2) What has been the hardest part about currently boast an 8-7 overall this year, describe how the sea- playing soccer? record. Lawrence came out with a son has felt for you, and what I guess the hardest part of playing soccer this 1-0 win, improving their record to you expect to get out of the rest season has been trying to find my place and fit (4-7-1, 2-3-1 MWC). After the win, of it? Photo courtesy of Paul Wilke in with the team in regards to what coach has I caught up with Casey Merkle for M: This season has been in mind. I’m still trying to adapt to his way of a short interview regarding this amazing so far, even through the playing and this idea, but it is definitely getting better as we go. I’m starting to feel a lot more comfort- season and her outlook moving losses. I love our team and I can’t able with myself, the team and what I do, and that is allowing me to try different things on the game forward. wait to finish out the season with field. S: What was the nature of a win against Lake Forest! the game against Maranatha? S: What can you guys use 3) What is your pre-game ritual? Tempo? Possession? Mindset from this match, on an educa- Pre game rituals... I usually just listen to music that’ll pump me up and put me in the mood, and then before the game? tional standpoint, to prepare when I have a moment to myself before the game, I’ll pray and ask God for everything to go well that M: This week is stressful for for this coming weekend/rest game. Never hurts! a lot of us with midterms and of the season? such, so I think the focus before M: We have some huge games 4) What has been your favorite part of the season so far, and why? the game could have been better. coming up, so I think we need That’s a hard one... But I can’t complain about winning games. We have a great group of freshmen We were slower than usual and to raise the tempo from our last and a team that is really close to one another this year, and we have worked together really well and we struggled with possession. We match. We don’t want to give them helped each other out to get things done. I guess my favorite part is getting to be part of this team and should have been able to put away a chance, so our best strategy is the things we have accomplished. more goals, but our level of play to score more goals early in the was down. match to shut them down. S: How much has Keli 6 FEATURES 25 Oct. 2013 THE LAWRENTIAN

Secret lives of our staff Lead Custodian of the Warch Campus Center Ann Parmentier

own thing that they deem important. Eryn Wecker Figuring out how to be in sync with them Features Co-editor is always a challenge.” ______Virginia Woolf’s “A Room of One’s Lead Custodian of the Warch Campus Own” has been Parmentier’s favorite Center, Ann Parmentier, has her hands work to study thus far, stating, “There full. She is in charge of taking care of and was a lot in there that I could relate to. maintaining the cleanliness of the mas- The main idea she really wanted to put sive communal living room of campus, out there is that women didn’t always which receives some of the worst wear have the same opportunities and weren’t and tear of any building on campus. Still, allowed to [have] the same kind of expe- Parmentier is recognizable for her infec- riences that men did.” tious positivity, friendliness and caring The work was especially interest- nature toward students. ing because Parmentier has travelled to Parmentier, a Rhinelander native London, England and seen some of the who started working at Lawrence in sights that Woolf must have seen. She has 2008, has a mostly positive review of also travelled to Paris and Brussels. Lawrentians. When I asked where she might like When asked about her favorite part to visit next, Parmentier answered, “I’d of her job, Parmentier answered, “The like to go to Italy. There’s so much about students. They’re so optimistic and so the Italian culture that I like and it has to positive.” Parmentier often gets to chat be my favorite cuisine. They have pasta.” Though perhaps not as exotic as with students while making her way Lead Custodian of the Warch Campus Center Ann Parmentier around the campus center. “I get to hear Verona or Florence, the Pusey Room is Photo by Nathan Lawrence her favorite destination in the campus their opinions on local events and such,” more and help gel the community.” and leading meetings, Parmentier is sure center. “[It] has a great view. There’s a said Parmentier. It hasn’t all been easy. “The first to leave time for leisure. She explained fireplace. We turn it on for you guys, just Along with her usual duties taking meeting I called President Burstein that she enjoys “Snowshoeing in winter, ask at the front desk.” care of the campus center, Parmentier President Burnstein,” she admitted, but swimming during summer and making When asked about the biggest dif- also takes on the role of student. Part everything seems to have been smooth fires out on the deck.” She has also been ficulty of her work, she answered, “Just of the benefits of staff is the ability to sailing from there. known to share her baking expertise with [people] being inconsiderate. Just drop- take one course per term for free. This While Parmentier was nervous some students. ping their stuff or moving things [and not term, Parmentier is taking the infamous about leading the meeting, she was con- “For the most part, Lawrence stu- putting them back],” she added “Putting cornerstone to a Lawrence education, fident with the outcome. dents are really fantastic. They’re [their] hands on glass. Glass is to look Freshman Studies, which has presented “Today, I got to hold the meeting, very intelligent. Taking class with you through, not to touch.” some difficulties. which was a first for me which was a lit- guys, there’s hope for the future. The New to Parmentier’s duties is lead- “It’s been challenging,” said tle nerve-wracking, but everything went next President is going to come from ing the staff communication meetings, Parmentier. “Especially because each well,” said Parmentier. Lawrence.” which she described as “a way to try and professor here has their own style, their While juggling work, being a student get the staff to interact with each other

Clubs and organizations speak out about staying afloat among changes

Union (LUAU). LUAU had meetings and motivated, such as WLFM radio, a manual “I was able to realize what I was going to Lucy Pipkin activities lined up very soon after the fall serves as a quick how-to reference guide. be responsible for, how things worked and Staff Writer activities fair, resulting in high initial atten- “It’s a job that, after the first two weeks what the process was for running the orga- ______dance. you can do it, no manual needed,” said Jazz nization,” Martin said. Lawrentians certainly know how get a Retaining a core group of students MD and sophomore DJ Albert Marshall. Martin says that this year they will try group of interested people together. There is the next critical aspect that can make “Communication is key,” Marshall said. to hold elections even earlier to give new are over 120 student-run clubs and orga- or break a club. One of the most critical WLFM’s core staff and DJs rely heavily on leaders time to adjust to their new roles, nizations listed on the Directory of Student aspects of this is forming a mission state- communication over the phone. Problems “Before they’re thrust into a new school Organizations that vary from fraternities ment for the club. Club presidents want or concerns are solved efficiently this way, year,” as well as adding to their records to and sororities to robotics and knitting. Of to make sure that “the people are really keeping the station running smoothly. leave behind for the next leaders. Written the veteran clubs, new and unique chal- buying into […] the mission of the organiza- Belile has a slightly different stand- communication is important for a smooth lenges arrive with each incoming class of tion,” Simmons stated. point on educating group members about transition. freshmen. Maintaining a physical or online man- how it functions and how they can do their Student-run clubs and organizations Each and every year, leaders and mem- ual of group procedures, useful documents part. “Clueing people in on how to do things on campus have always been a unique part bers of organizations experience yearly and important updates is something every is less pertinent than encouraging them and of this school and one that involves many transitions of membership, leadership, club should have close at hand. Sophomore kind of helping them to do what they think freshmen from the very beginning of their interests and many more aspects of the Kate Belile, administrator of Lawrence would be beneficial to the group,” Belile time at Lawrence. Change will come with changing Lawrence student body. But how Christian Fellowship, said that they keep stated. Involving members by consistently every year, and therefore organizations will exactly does a group survive and thrive? their records on an online database. It asking for input, feedback and opinions was always be in flux and adapting. “You have Starting off strong is a key part of a has been maintained for the last 5 years a value shared by Simmons, as well. to understand that the dynamic of the gen- successful club, in the opinion of sopho- of LCF’s 25-year history. Their advisor Transitions between leaders can eration is going to change and subsequently more Maximilian Simmons. “As soon as the helps them with the database and they ask be difficult if not enough information is the group is going to have to alter how it activities fair hits, there needs to be some- seniors about what has been done in the left behind and the new leader has not functions to suit the needs of the current thing happening within the next five days to past in order to update it. been properly trained. Sophomore Charlie student population,” said Simmons. “It’s keep people interested,” he said. Manuals aren’t always necessary for Martin, President of Bomb Squad, said that about enhancing student life.” Simmons is the Deputy Headmaster every club, however. For a group that has no he was identified as the next year’s presi- of the LU Magical Organization of Students weekly meetings and is more individually dent halfway through Winter Term of 2013. (LUMOS) and President of the LU Anime

for alumni, to get back on the court. With Specht pages Soccer team Volleyball a big win over Beloit and the fun of the Alumni Game, it is safe to say that the vol- continued from page 3 continued from page 4 continued from page 4 leyball team had a wonderful weekend. The his mother on speakerphone. Vikings will travel to Monmouth on Friday, the best team in the Conference. It’s a must- Volleyball Alumni Game. Many Lawrence There you have it, a comprehensive list Oct. 25 and Knox on Saturday, Oct. 26 for a win.” volleyball alumni came back to campus to of Specht Pages-approved pranks. Use this pair of Midwest Conference battles. Before facing the Lake Forest Foresters play a friendly game with the current team. information as you will; however, realize (9-6-0, 6-1-0 MWC) on Nov. 2, Lawrence Recent graduates Desiree Geld and Jenna that you do so at your own risk and your must defeat Ripon (3-11-0, 3-4-0 MWC) Picha came back to play along with assis- roommate may retaliate by replacing your on Oct. 22, Grinnell (5-9-0, 3-3-0 MWC) on tant coach and former volleyball player, egg crate foam mattress topper with real Saturday, Oct. 26, and Cornell (2-12-0, 0-6-0 Sam Nimmer. It was a great way to catch eggs. MWC) on Sunday, Oct. 27. up with teammates, play volleyball and, You heard it first from Specht Pages! 25 Oct. 2013 FEATURES 7 THE LAWRENTIAN Government shutdown hits close to home: ORC trips deferred

parks meant ORC had to quickly come up “Considering that we have not yet, in but the new destinations for these trips Claire Hoy with alternatives. “We’ve had to find small- my time at Lawrence, had a government are relatively unknown to the club. “A lot of For The Lawrentian er state parks, less well-known state parks shutdown, it has not been top of mind,” said people are trail-blazing.” ______that we may have never been to before Chesnutt. The trip leaders going to the differ- On Tuesday. Oct. 1, the American gov- and we have no history with,” said Henry ORC tries to return to the same parks ent state parks will have to determine the ernment was shut down for the first time in Chesnutt, president of ORC. each year; but with the government shut- location of camping sites, hiking trails and 17 years. The notion of a complete govern- water sources. “It is more risky than going ment shutdown brought to mind images of to the places we’ve been going to for quite anarchy, chaos, and the old, lawless West. some time,” Chesnutt concluded. Without the government, what would hap- The government shutdown did not pen to us? In the subsequent sixteen days cause the fall of our civilization and no one of shutdown, you may have found that not burned down the White House; but even much changed in the course of your daily though there were none of these extreme life. The mail was delivered, laws were fol- effects, the shutdown hit the Lawrence lowed and nobody ransacked anything. community in unexpected ways. When he However, CNN reported that the econ- heard of the shutdown, Chesnutt was sur- omy had lost 24 billion dollars by Thursday. prised to find that suddenly his club had Oct.17, when the shutdown ended. The three new trips to plan. “The shock of, closure of America’s national parks con- wow, that actually affects me. We’ve been tributed 1.2 billion dollars to this loss. The fortunate enough to be able to work around 12 busiest and most popular national parks it. It’s just a very bizarre situation that no -- Acadia, Badlands, Cuyahoga, Everglades, one has had to deal with at Lawrence for a Glacier, Grand Canyon, Great Smokies, long time.” Olympic, Rocky Mountain, Yellowstone, With the reopening of the national Yosemite and Zion -- were closed for the parks, the ORC trips to Big Bend and Zion duration of the shutdown and the usual in November will proceed, but the reading stream of tourists was halted. period trips will remain altered. Despite Every year, the Outdoor Recreation sending trips to new places, Chesnutt said, Club (ORC) takes advantage of the numer- Gear room in Big Exec sits unused in the wake of National Park shutdowns “I trust my trip leaders to do what they ous national parks around Wisconsin and Photo by Will Melnick need to do to keep everyone safe and have the U.S. With the government shutdown, The original trip to Pictured Rocks down, they were unable to do that. a good time. I’m confident in their ability to three of their Fall Term reading period trips is now instead to Wyalusing State Park in “All trip leaders have been forced to create a fun and safe trip no matter where -- Porcupine Mountains and Pictured Rocks Wisconsin. Since something like this has find an alternative park and camping situ- they go.” in Michigan, as well as the Apostle Islands not happened in 17 years, ORC was not ation. It’s not optimal,” said Chesnutt. The in Lake Superior -- were cancelled. accustomed to dealing with such a predica- familiarity of the usual ORC parks creates The sudden unavailability of these ment. a sense of security for everyone involved,

Poetry Corner Is reading period a time for cramming or sleep? After Apple-picking By Robert Frost ics since you have time Veronica Thao to relax.” For The Lawrentian You might be won- My long two-pointed ladder’s sticking through a tree ______dering what professors Toward heaven still, are up to over the four- Reading period has often been char- And there’s a barrel that I didn’t fill day break. Wegehaupt acterized as a relaxing time for Lawrence Beside it, and there may be two or three exclaimed, “I try to get students. It is, supposedly, a time to for- Apples I didn’t pick upon some bough. away from Appleton dur- get about school and indulge in sleep, a But I am done with apple-picking now. ing reading period!” breath of fresh air midway through the Essence of winter sleep is on the night, Wegehaupt isn’t the only term. However, is this what was originally The scent of apples: I am drowsing off. one who likes to take a intended when the tradition of reading I cannot rub the strangeness from my sight trip during reading peri- period started? The name itself implies a I got from looking through a pane of glass od. Lots of students see time to work, study and read. So which is it I skimmed this morning from the drinking trough reading period as a really, a time to prepare for midterms still And held against the world of hoary grass. rare opportunity to go to come, or a time to sleep off the stress of It melted, and I let it fall and break. home and visit friends sixth week? But I was well and family. Others use Professor of biology and Raymond H. Upon my way to sleep before it fell, the long weekend to Herzog Professor of Science Beth De Stasio And I could tell go camping, explore explained that she holds her exams before What form my dreaming was about to take. Appleton and take day reading period, “Because seventh week is Magnified apples appear and disappear, trips out of the city. too late for a midterm.” She also believes Stem end and blossom end, Wegehaupt also that having exams before reading period And every fleck of russet showing clear. focuses on grading and is beneficial for the freshman class. “First My instep arch not only keeps the ache, planning ahead for the rest of the term freshmen in particular need to have a It keeps the pressure of a ladder-round. term, but he encourages “relaxing and tak- fair bit of feedback on how their study skills I feel the ladder sway as the boughs bend. ing a break” during this mini pause in the are working early in the term so they can And I keep hearing from the cellar bin middle of fall term. Of course, having this make adjustments.” The rumbling sound period in the middle of the term serves Yet sometimes the timing of a class’s Of load on load of apples coming in. as much-needed punctuation to the term, curriculum is such that exams have to fall For I have had too much but students at Lawrence were not always after the break. “Exams are after read- Of apple-picking: I am overtired so lucky. When De Stasio was attending ing period this term because the mate- Of the great harvest I myself desired. Lawrence, “There was no midterm read- rials didn’t hit the mark” of sixth week, There were ten thousand thousand fruit to touch, ing period. There was a 3-day weekend East Asian Studies instructor Matthew Cherish in hand, lift down, and not let fall. in Winter Term to break up the term and Wegehaupt explained. For all relieve winter stress.” Regardless of whether midterm exams That struck the earth, As a new Lawrentian, imagining not kick off reading period or loom over it, No matter if not bruised or spiked with stubble, having a reading period this week, after a professors agree that it is a time to catch up Went surely to the cider-apple heap week of exams and projects, I am more than with their workload, relax and take a break. As of no worth. thankful for the reading periods. Getting Freshman Claire Marshall said, One can see what will trouble a time to forget about school and indulge “Reading period is a time to study without This sleep of mine, whatever sleep it is. in sleep and play is a godsend. When next worrying about going to class the next day, Were he not gone, week begins, hopefully we all have enough and make sure you are prepared for classes The woodchuck could say whether it’s like his energy to pull through the rest of the term. you have midterms in. A good time to pre- Long sleep, as I describe its coming on, pare but also reduce stress about academ- Or just some human sleep. Graphic by Staff Artist Cori Lin

HELP THE ENVIRONMENT. RECYCLE THIS NEWSPAPER! 8 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 25 Oct. 2013 THE LAWRENTIAN Alex Schaaf ‘10 returns to campus with Yellow Ostrich niscent of the indie rock band Ostrich’s unique alternative style. PHOX. These newer samplings of their Kelsey Priebe After a long and impatient repertoire were slightly more Staff Writer wait, Yellow Ostrich took to the focused on solo vocal work by ______stage and opened their set with Schaaf, but they also continued to an excellent track from their new showcase the band’s percussion On Saturday, Oct. 19 Lawrence EP. “Whale” was next and instantly and guitar prowess. was graced with the return of Alex entranced the crowd. By the end Yellow Ostrich ended their Schaaf ’10 and his very accom- of the song the entire audience set with the old favorite “Mary.” plished band, Yellow Ostrich. In was dancing. Alex Schaaf’s voice While “Whale” will always be my his own words, “It’s nice to be matched and often surpassed favorite track of Yellow Ostrich’s, here and not have homework.” I Yellow Ostrich’s album in quality. “Mary” is a truly amazing song to believe I can speak for the entire In fact, Yellow Ostrich’s sound is hear live. The vocal harmonies and audience when I say it was nice almost better live than on their acoustic stylings combine to cre- to have him here so that we had album as it profits from an open ate a bittersweet melody to which an excuse not to do homework. room in order to surround the perhaps only a live performance Band Booking Committee brings audience with it. can do justice. In addition to the in some excellent bands, but I The next song was “Ghost,” track’s wonderful melody, “Mary” believe Yellow Ostrich has been the lead track from their new LP. was also recorded in Lawrence one of their most exciting shows In the haunting style that Yellow University’s cinema, which made to date. The turnout was slightly Ostrich has perfected, this slow- it the perfect way to end the set. disappointing, but gained mass er song’s painfully honest lyrics To quote one student: “Mary? towards the middle of the show, as were an instant crowd-pleaser. More like, marry me, Alex!” seems to be the norm for any and The Lawrence debut of “Kicks This fall term has been over- all Lawrence concerts. are Falling” followed shortly after, flowing with musical collabora- Bright Kind opened the night which Schaaf joked was inspired tions from current Lawrentians, with the musical stylings of singer by the recently released movie from Battle of the Bands during Yellow Ostrich perform in the Esch-Hurvis Room Photo provided. Jeanna Salzer, Harrison Dole and “Gravity.” Next came “Marathon the first week to Jamnesty more Alex Bunke. This indie pop band Runner,” which featured an recently. For this reason I was mer campus creation whose tal- in the cases of Walk the Moon, eased the audience into the night upbeat chorus line that managed pleased to see Yellow Ostrich per- ent took them past graduation. Vampire Weekend and Alex Schaaf with a slow and relaxed sound, to bridge the gap between main- form this past weekend, as they It is easy to overlook the bands of Yellow Ostrich, college is just executed impressively by Salzer’s stream catchiness and Yellow are an excellent example of a for- around campus as college hob- the beginning. melodic voice. Their style is remi- bies. However, occasionally, like The Head and the Heart seem weary “Omnivore’s Dilemma” is in sophomore effort “Let’s Be Still” informative, not preachy debut. Ethan Perushek The album starts off with Lauren Nokes Staff Writer the rather upbeat “Homecoming Staff Writer ______Heroes,” which outlines the band’s ______feelings of coming home as super- In 2011, The Head and the stars in their own right. It does How often do you stand in Heart released their eponymous not serve as a sing-along anthem your kitchen or the grocery store premiere album to high acclaim. like most songs off their previous confusedly comparing the health- With chart-toppers like “Rivers album. This is not a huge prob- fulness of your options? Should and Roads” and “Lost in my Mind,” lem, but it does contribute to the you eat the low-fat, protein-rich the small indie collective from album’s decreased accessibility Greek yogurt? The breakfast cere- Seattle gained fame almost over- compared to their first album. al infused with essential vitamins? night. Next is the slow “Another Or maybe an old-fashioned salad? After a long tour, the band The multitude of food options in Story,” which features some twang Summertime. Again Thielen gets pulously describes in detail such decided to write their sophomore modern society boggles the mind. from the previous album but is the mic, and she is perfect. Her modern inventions as the ruinous album, “Let’s Be Still.” The band’s Journalist Michael Pollan is rather low-key. There are a few vocal leads have always been the monopoly of corn and the horrors front man, Josiah Johnson, stated an intrepid guide for the befud- sections that feel like they should band’s best, and “Summertime” of industrial livestock-raising. that this album would explore dled diner lost in the wilderness of drop into a faster upbeat pace, but proves this. The bubbly sound Pollan leads his readers to different “sonic spaces” and is the modern food industry. I wish instead just drop into a slower mixed with her melodic voice cre- rethink the conventional nutrition “imbued with the experiences of that everyone in the developed or melody. ates a perfect little song to which and diet knowledge that origi- traveling the world.” developing world - but especially Following are “Springtime” you can listen, sing and dance. nates more from big agriculture This idea is exemplified in all Americans - could read Pollan’s and “Summertime.” “Springtime” Then the band slows it down and corporations than from bio- “Let’s Be Still,” for the album book “The Omnivore’s Dilemma: is a melodic, one minute excursion again with “Josh McBride,” an easy logical fact and reality. Instead, mostly features seemingly weary A Natural History of Four Meals,” with violinist and backup sing- listening song that is good in its he approaches food from a more lyrics that act more as easy listen- a fascinating examination of the er Charity Rose Thielen croon- own right, but rather unremark- holistic perspective, demonstrat- ing tunes rather than the rollick- food industry’s ethical, biological, ing into the mic. This leads right able in the big picture. Following ing the well-being, satisfaction ing sing-alongs present in their philosophical, social and environ- into the best song on the album, and pleasure that one can gain mental implications. See page 9 from growing, gathering, hunting, “The Omnivore’s Dilemma” cooking and eating food derived is a work of investigative journal- from healthy, natural systems. ism with a literary soul clothed Rather than simply demoniz- J. Davis Trio delight the audience with in elegant prose. Pollan explores ing the food industry, Pollan offers complex issues through personal an alternate vision of living and narrative coupled with meticulous catchy tunes and lyrics in Esch-Hurvis eating that’s rooted in delight. The research, tracing the paths and passages describing the prepara- Happen” (2007). Their set was ing along. origins of four meals that he ate: tion and enjoyment of food are a a great mix of up-tempo tunes Julio not only impressed the the first from McDonald’s (fast Angela Butler joy to read. Pollan recognizes that for those who wanted to get up audience with his rapping and food), the second from a grass Staff Writer one person can’t change the whole and dance as well as some down- poetry skills that night, but he farm (Beyond Organic), the third ______system, but he gives his readers tempo tracks for those who just also showcased his talents in tam- from Whole Foods (Big Organic) a taste for something they might On Friday, Oct. 18, the J. wanted to sway. bourine and vibraphone playing. and the fourth completely hunted not have known they were miss- Davis Trio band from Chicago A common feature in the In their song ‘The Answer’ off of and gathered from nature. ing: a healthful life and diet con- played a fantastic set at Esch- music of the J. Davis Trio is incor- their Vintage album, he altered If you think you understand nected to the natural world. Hurvis. Sponsored by Sinfonia, porating plenty of saxophone as between rapping lines of poet- the food you eat, think again. Most While I always struggle to live the Trio performed several songs well as vibraphone solos. This is, ic mastery, hitting away on the of the “food” that you can buy in and eat while remaining mind- and showcased a sound that is in my opinion, their strongest fea- vibraphone and shaking the shak- a grocery store today wouldn’t ful of all the issues that Pollan all their own -- that of a groovy ture and what keeps their sound ers. Sometimes, he even threw in have been recognized as food fifty raises, his messages and stories blend of hip-hop and jazz tunes. from seeming too commercial. some slick dance moves, to the years ago, and not even those who have stayed with me ever since Led by rapper and vibraphonist/ While the saxophone, along with delight of many in the audience. create these foods fully under- finishing the book. Many books tambourinist Julio Davis, the Trio the trumpet, carries most of the Drummer Sam Sharp kept things stand their repercussions for have drastically changed my (which isn’t really a trio) is com- melody in their songs, the accom- upbeat while Dave Winer kept human beings and the rest of the life for the better, but perhaps prised of bassist Dave “Flava Ice” paniment by the drums, bass and things loud and fun with his trum- world. none more concretely than “The Smith, Dave Winer on trumpet/ congas helps provide structure to pet playing. Beyond the foods themselves, Omnivore’s Dilemma.” This is a keys, drummer Sam Sharp, saxo- their sound. With lines like “You Overall, the band had a few care to look closely at the masterful work of journalism that phonist Chris Greene and Ryan can call me Felix / I got a bag of smooth laidback jazz sound and industrial system that produces never becomes preachy because it Murphy on the congas. They per- tricks” and “Is she really fly, or is feel to their music. They played these foods by staying as far as convinces through the sheer force formed several hits off their lat- she a guy?” most of their songs are their more popular songs like possible from the original source, of its facts and prose. You will est album, “Vintage” (2011), as tongue-in-cheek and you cannot “Breezay” and “Orange Alert,” Nature. Without ever turning to never look at your plate the same well as tracks off of their previous help but have a good time groov- lurid purple prose, Pollan scru- albums, such as “These Things See page 9 way again after reading this book. 25 Oct. 2013 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 THE LAWRENTIAN

THEARTIST TAMMARA SPOTLIGHT NASSAR

Bryan Cebulski Nassar came to Lawrence after Staff Writer Nicole Buenzli, LU Director of ______International Admissions and Tammara Nassar ’17 sits Recruiting, visited her school. with a friend by the clock in Her counselor told her to go front of Main Hall. The friend meet with Buenzli numerous points to someone walking by, times, but Nassar declined, con- suggesting them as a subject. fident that the school was not Nassar shakes her head. The for her. However, her counselor vibe isn’t right. She can’t fully kept a file for her on Lawrence. explain it but she knows that at Nassar eventually peeked at it this moment it’s not the right and realized she might like it person. here. “It’s mostly how they han- Nassar started taking pic- dle themselves,” she explained. tures four years ago. “Everyone has a story to tell, “I went into downtown but some are more willing to Jordan and took pictures,” she express that story.” said. “I used to go there every Nassar and her friend weekend and just take pictures. then sit awhile longer, observ- Then little by little I started talk- ing people come and go. At last ing to the people I took pictures someone captures her interest of. I found that I like people in the right way. She approach- more than I like anything else. es them and interviews them And I like photography, so put- about things like their happiest ting them together is just beau- Photo courtesy of Tammara Nassar moment, their saddest moment tiful.” or what they are currently think- Nassar plans to major in explained. “Like most of the cess so far. Some people do say the photographer responsi- ing about. She then asks to take both English and philosophy. As questions I ask my subjects I ask no, but after the blog’s publica- ble for the iconic image of the their photo. such, she does a lot of writing, while I’m taking the picture, and tion, people will already know Afghan girl with the piercing Later that night she finds the which one can see via any one it’s so beautiful because you see what they want to share before gaze, as an influence. Her dorm most poignant quotation from of her 6 blogs. Nothing is more a lot of the answers in the pic- Nassar comes up to them. room, she says, is full of his the conversation and uploads beautiful to her than prose and ture without having to hear it.” Her plans for continuing images. the photo to her blog, Humans poetry. Nassar is involved with the project are virtually bound- “I love talking to people,” of Appleton, and captions it That said, her interests carry Habitat for Humanity and enjoys less. It is something she enjoys she said, ultimately summing up accordingly. The words and over into the visual medium as spending time in Greenfire, tak- doing immensely. She is looking her reasons for doing this proj- images are spread throughout well. She paints and takes pho- ing part in gatherings like wine into developing a project called ect. “I’m so in love with human Facebook, tumblr and the rest tos and even mixes the two. and poetry nights. Hands of Appleton, in which she beings.” of the blogging and social media In regards to her Humans of “I’m still trying to figure out takes pictures of people’s hands Humans of Appleton is universe. This is Nassar’s proj- Appleton project, she strongly what I like,” she said. “Lawrence and writes down their stories. expected to update every few ect: An attempt to capture in supports the use of photogra- is so new to me so I’m still try- “Maybe once I graduate I can days, so be sure to look it up bits and pieces the humanity of phy. ing to adjust. I do miss home. My take a year off and do Hands of on Facebook or tumblr. With a small town and private univer- “The thing about photog- friends are scattered around the the World,” she said. “Just trav- such an inspired individual at its sity, inspired, of course, by the raphy is that you capture cer- globe. One of the reasons I start- el around and take pictures of helm, the project will hopefully famous Humans of New York. tain moments, things that you ed Humans of Appleton is that I people’s hands and share their last for a long time Hailing from Jordan, don’t usually capture while needed to set my roots.“ stories.” you’re talking to someone,” she The project has been a suc- Nassar cites Steve McCurry,

might not last.” This lyric shows start / It’s in your mind and your their world-weary and tired feel- soul / but you just don’t know Cleveland Duo & James Let’s Be Still ings: they went from indie to where to go/ Now you’re gone.” continued from page 8 hugely popular, opening for the The confusion present in these Umble play in Harper Hall likes of Death Cab for Cutie, and lyrics applies to the album as a that is their one single from this the tour seems to have worn on whole -- they can’t decide if they their instrumentation has not fre- album, “Shake” -- their one true them. are tired or where they belong. quently been composed for, thus upbeat and folky tune. “Shake” Following “Let’s Be Still” is “Let’s Be Still” is a solid out- Anna Buchholz their repertoire consists of newly really harks back to the sounds “My Friends,” an upbeat folky ing for The Head and the Heart, Staff Writer commissioned works, original of the first album, but with the ______tune about friendship. Then but it seems to lack a clear pur- compositions and transcriptions new sonic space they were talking comes “10,000 Weight in Gold,” pose that was present in the debut A rather unusual cham- of existing master works. about. another brooding tune with some album. They can’t decide if they ber ensemble by the name The concert opened with a The next two songs return great beats in the background. are so tired that they must write of The Cleveland Duo & James transcription of Sergei Prokofiev’s to that slower, brooding pace. Following, “Fire/Fear” has the these long, drawn-out slow tunes, Umble took to the Harper Hall “Overture on Hebrew Themes,” “Cruel” is a five minute song that band harmonizing together and or if they want to return to the stage Sunday, Oct. 20. With the immediately showcasing the is the most forgettable song they bringing the twang they’ve always folky pop roots of their past. The instrumentation of violin, piano structure of the ensemble and the have ever recorded. I have lis- had. irony is that the album is all about and saxophone, this ensemble roles of each player. Each of these tened to the album several times The ending two tracks, needing a break after a tour, and featured a wide range of works instruments has its role as a solo- and have never once remembered “These Days are Numbered” and now they are heading back out by composers such as Prokofiev, ist in the musical realm, but within this song existed. Then comes the “Gone,” round off the album nice- again. The album is a different Debussy, Adams and Glick. the trio, they took turns with solo- title track, “Let’s Be Still,” which ly. They are slower ventures that entity from its predecessor, which The Cleveland Duo & James istic lines as well as melding into is their best effort, other than actually feel fleshed out yet exem- is both good and bad. Overall, it Umble is made up of violinist one voice to capture Prokofiev’s “Summertime.” With a swooning plify that weariness. “Gone” ends has a unique sound that is very Stephen Warner, pianist and vio- romantic, emotional melodies. beat and easy listening vocals, it with the song transforming from a easy to listen to but is forgettable linist Carolyn Gadiel Warner and From the first few measures seems to capture what the band slower number into a sing–along: at moments. saxophonist James Umble. Both of the opening piece throughout was aiming for in this album. “If “It’s in your head and your heart Stephen Warner and Carolyn the rest of the concert, the audi- things don’t slow down soon, we / and you’re too damn scared to Gadiel Warner are members of the ence was struck by their ability Cleveland Symphony, and James to balance, fit within each other’s performed a cover by New York artists like “A Tribe Called Quest,” Umble currently teaches classical sound and make a saxophone artists Pete Rock and C.L. Smooth “The Roots” or “De La Soul”, you saxophone at Youngstown State sound like a string instrument or J.Davis Trio called “They Reminisce Over You.” should make a point of checking University. a violin like a piano. Their sweet combination of slinky out them out as you will most The group has been col- Next came two transcribed continued from page 8 jazz hooks laced with the smooth likely appreciate the chilled out laborating since 1993, perform- pieces by John Adams, “Consuelo’s which featured snazzy trumpet sounds of the saxophone and vibe of the J. Davis Trio. ing in major chamber music Dream” and “Pat’s Aria,” each of intros, as well as “These Things trumpet make this a fun yet pretty venues, conferences, universi- them including Adams’ charac- Happen,” which had a strong laidback album that is perfect for ties and other festivals in North teristic “machine” effect played drums and shaker intro to kick kicking back when you have had America and Australia. A unique by the piano underneath declara- things off before it all came togeth- a rough day at work or just feel conglomeration of instruments, See page 12 er as a nice jazzy blend. They also exhausted after class. For fans of 10 OPINIONS & EDITORIALS 25 Oct. 2013 THE LAWRENTIAN STAFF EDITORIAL One new grant to look for This term, Lawrence University received a $125,000 grant from the Great Lakes Higher Overloads: Curriculum management Education Guaranty Corporation to bolster its internship program. This grant, which will provide support for juniors and seniors, allows those who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford an unpaid ther problems at the university. internship an opportunity to intern in their field of interest. This is a commendable new grant, one However, I believe it has also cre- we are glad to have available at Lawrence. Now, it falls on Lawrentians to apply. ated a few new problems, par- Jamie Cartwright Columnist ticularly within the scope of cur- There are several benefits and disadvantages to this grant, but we’d like to highlight a few ______riculum. in particular. First and foremost, the majority of scholarships and grants available to students on To explore these issues, I campus are for either research or graduate school, with a slim minority available for internships A year ago last Spring, the want to introduce a student guest or career-related work. This is unfortunate, since most Lawrentians will join the workforce upon Lawrence University adminis- to the committee, a sophomore graduating, rather than pursuing secondary degrees. The Grant for Internship Initiative provides tration made an announcement B.A. film studies and music major this opportunity, and we are eager to see more of these grants offered to students in the future. that would fundamentally alter named Zach Ben-Amots, who also

the Lawrence curriculum, and dedicates his time actively in vari- The Achilles’ heel of this grant, though, is that it does not provide funding if the applicant is they didn’t even need to change a ous student initiatives. Zach’s an interning at a company that grosses more than $500,000, an unrealistic limitation that cuts out course description. With the annu- ambitious guy, and he recently a large portion of the market. This number must be adjusted upward so that students can have al rise in tuition and fees, then- took an independent study to opportunities to intern at a greater number of small businesses. President Jill Beck announced that work on the making of “Long Live

new classes of Lawrentians would the Squirrels.” He also is taking Given the typical Lawrentian’s proclivity to overcommit, it can be near-impossible to find have to pay to register for an over- the standard theory sequence for time to apply or even be aware of the deadlines for these various grants and scholarships. But an load. his music major, piano lessons and opportunity like this should encourage the student body to slow down -- it is reading period after As a reminder, a student must German 101. all -- and dive into Internships 101. Never again will it be as easy to receive grant money as it is register for an overload when To many readers, this list of now, a fact that is reflected by the eagerness of many grant administrators to award worthy appli- they opt to take more than 23 academics sounds like a packed cants. So we encourage all students, regardless of their field, interests or class year, to go over the units at Lawrence -- or 4 “nor- schedule -- and it is -- but it’s not scholarships, awards and grants available online. Take the time to research them and apply. Your mal,” 6-unit courses -- in a term. an overload. As the Conservatory grant is waiting for you. Normally, freshmen never over- has done for years, all of the the- load; but among upperclassmen, ory-sequence classes, like aural it’s a relatively common occur- skills and sight singing, count for rence at Lawrence. Now that fewer than six units, even if they students must pay for the extra do meet more than twice a week. Lessons and advice on being a freshman class when they overload, we can Luckily, this Fall, Zach was able to expect fewer students to take the fit everything in, right inside the you think we measure your worth In regards to insecurities and opportunity in the future. in how much liquor is in your shortcomings comes another vital 23-unit limit. From an administrative per- However, as he looks forward Danny Davis stomach. This is far from true. If lesson: everybody you will meet is spective, this was a smart, strate- For The Lawrentian anything, it’s insulting that peo- coping with some sort of struggle. to Winter Term, things don’t look ______gic move. High numbers of over- so easy. He wants to continue his ple would think we judge people As Plato said, “Be kind, for every- loads cause numerous problems based on their substance habits one you meet is fighting a hard independent study with “Long If you’re reading this, you’ve for the university as a whole. To Live the Squirrels,” but next term rather than how consistent they battle.” When I arrived on campus start, faculty end up teaching survived Welcome Week, six weeks are with the values our fraterni- during Welcome Week, I was in an he will also have to take a required of classes and probably a couple of more than they normally would. class for the film studies major. ties and sororities celebrate -- a odd phase of my life. There was If every student took four classes midterms. Congratulations, class stigma Greek organizations across no hope for peace between my Should he give up his chance to of ‘17, you’re now bona-fide col- rather than three, then class sizes work on his first feature film just the country are desperately trying parents and was in the middle of could rise or each faculty per- lege kids. You’ll finish your first to fight. a two-and-a-half year battle with for one requirement? Of course three terms here a smarter human son would have to take on more not. Instead, Zach explains that he Then again, not all of you will a crippling twin-inferiority com- independent studies and tutorial being. Thank our brilliant pro- end up in Greek life. This leads me plex. I came from a household will be continuing the indepen- fessors for that. You’ll also learn courses. In addition, before the dent study unregistered, to stay to another key lesson: Be yourself. that flirted with poverty multiple new policy was put into place, something about yourself; and, as The idea that you can be who- times. I thought I was a better under the 23 units. fun as it is to be in college, it’s at Lawrence had several students This scenario is going to ever you want to be in college is human because I walked out of all each year graduating in less than our lowest moments that we as a grander myth than scenes from that in one piece. become increasingly common in people learn about and improve four years after completing the the next few years as Lawrence “Animal House” or “Blue Mountain I was wrong. I soon learned degree requirements early. This ourselves. This week, I would like State.” If you try to act like some- that everybody had problems, classes fill up with students who to offer a few words of sophomor- surely hit Lawrence’s finances must pay to overload. Students body you aren’t, you’ll develop often far more severe than my every time it happened. ic wisdom to the freshman class. inconsistencies in your behavior own. However, this doesn’t mean and faculty will figure out ways The first thing I learned is At the time of the announce- to enable ambitious students to that will throw people off. You’ll your struggles aren’t difficult, ment, the administration also that people are not impressed by be isolated, not only from others either. It’s how we choose to deal pursue opportunities, with less or how much of what you decide to cited campus life issues like an no academic credit. Few will let but from yourself. with these struggles that defines overly stressed student body and put into your body. You will fare Instead, seek out the circle of us. Keep your chin up, your mouth the registrar define the scope of much better if you keep to your- the potential effects of a “busy” what they want to do at Lawrence. individuals that will cultivate the grinning and keep the deepest campus culture on student reten- self as much about your substance good in you and chisel away the aspects of yourself a treasure to But there are limitations to abuse habits as you can. Be very, tion. There seemed to be some what students can do with cre- bad. For many, this discovery may be discovered by others -- and fear that Lawrence’s hearty lev- very careful about what informa- come much later in the year, but keep those people on a short ative registration. For instance, tion you share with people -- par- els of multi-interested students can a Lawrence student explore it will happen. Camaraderie is an leash. The only thing more impor- and in-depth exploration could be ticularly members of Greek orga- infinite resource. Being able to tap tant than being able to open up to broadly in her first year and a nizations. turning into a poisonous, high- half at Lawrence and still graduate into that resource is easy for some somebody is to know whom you stress campus culture. If you’re one of the dozens of of us. For most, it is a skill that should open up to. with a double major? Should that freshmen who will join a Greek Regardless of whether you be a goal for Lawrence students? takes time and practice. It will get Finally, remember this: Have find these reasons compelling, organization, know this: We don’t harder before it gets easier. But it fun. Smile. Heed my advice you’ll Currently, students are proud of care how much you drink. In fact, Lawrence’s choice to limit over- this college because of the diversi- will get easier, I promise you all make it through whatever chal- loads was a tactical move aimed bragging about your drinking hab- of that. ty of students’ interests and their its in front of a Greek shows that at proactively preventing fur- See page 12 See page 12

Photo poll by Will Melnick “R2-D2.” -Alli Williams “What is your dream Halloween costume?” “Human disco ball.” “Hildegard von Bingen.” POLL -Ali Heiring -Catherine Smith PHOTO 25 Oct. 2013 OPINIONS & EDITORIALS 11 THE LAWRENTIAN Explaining an online The great appeal of acting

course, the vast majority of movie cannot. For instance, acting allows community’s comments Bob Trettin Staff Writer actors do not reach this type of people to become someone else ______status. They are not followed by for a period of time, to explore tion for yourself. hoards of paparazzi or idolized an alternative way of being and Alan Duff Cue spit take. These are peo- Lately, I have had movies on by infatuated fans. While fame thinking. One of the things that Opinions & Editorials Editor ple with their real names visible, my mind, which I attribute mainly appears exciting and alluring, I overwhelms me most in life is ______but who are commenting with to the Film Studies course I am don’t believe it is the most appeal- its sheer variety and the many drivel and attacking someone in ing prospect of being an actor. different courses one can take in For all the promise it holds, enrolled in. The class has required a way they never would in per- My envy of actors derives life. Actors, it seems, get to taste a the internet never fails to dis- me to look more critically at mov- son. Determined to bring Risdall’s from a minor crisis of identity, or a little more of that variety, even if appoint. Recently, I’ve been sur- ies and their many components. metaphor about bandwagon-ing desire to sometimes have a script the identities of their characters prised by the personalized and Of these components, perhaps the authors and publishers full cir- for how to act or what to say in are not real. polemical comments I’ve seen most obvious is acting, and it is cle, the fans decided to do the certain situations, a desire that I Additionally, not only does on websites that lack any form this aspect of films that I would same themselves, reinforcing one don’t believe is entirely uncom- acting allow for experiencing of anonymity, like Facebook and like to take a closer look at in this another’s thoughts. Way to prove mon. One of my favorite actors, what it might be like to be some- Twitter. On places like YouTube, article. her wrong, folks. I’ve seen kinder, Jessie Eisenberg, summed up this one else, it also grants the oppor- 4Chan and Yahoo Answers, these Excluding documentaries or more eloquent commentary by wish for direction when he said, tunity for tapping into actual char- types of asinine comments could informational films, all movies political pundits on MSNBC and “If you’re acting, then there’s a acteristics of your self that you be discounted when you don’t involve the profession of acting. Fox. prescribed way to behave; where- would normally be reluctant to know the person at all, nor they Although editing, sound, cinema- To be fair, this isn’t an issue as in life there’s no prescribed exhibit because they would have you. When your real name is vis- tography and screenwriting are compartmentalized to the YA fic- way.” Shown in this light, acting consequences in everyday life. ible on a website to those you all vital elements of movie pro- tion community, but rather prev- can be seen as therapeutic for Thus, acting can be used as a vehi- know and work with, one would duction, it is generally the perfor- alent in any online community those searching for order, struc- cle for personal experimentation hope it would be a moderating mances of the actors, or at least that is this interconnected and ture or a definite character amidst and self-expression, without the variable. Instead it seems that as the story of the characters, that that runs criticism surveillance. the disorder and confusion of real fear of being looked down upon, the internet has become more stick with the audience most. Consider this: You wouldn’t go to life. Acting provides a precise set which hopefully would translate interconnected, it has maintained These on screen performances -- a Jane Austen fan club and start of circumstances to follow and into self-confidence. its bellicosity. usually in addition to the physi- arguing that, really, isn’t Tolstoy an environment wherein every- These are the main aspects True story: Last week, The cal appearance of the actor -- are just so much better than she is? one understands their role and is of the profession of acting that Lawrentian’s Lily Risdall wrote what propel some actors to star- Except now, you don’t have to go certain of how they are expected are enticing to me. I have never a humorous article in which she dom. to the fan club: the fan club finds to interact with one another. tried it; this is simply an out- pointed out the propensity for These select few actors are you. One might say that, although sider’s fascination with its func- young adult fiction to bandwagon envied by much of society. We The reason for this defen- this definitive environment is ulti- tions. I hope to stress, though, that tropes like love triangles and dys- see them on magazine covers; siveness is obvious enough. mately contrived and lacks the acting should not be looked at as topias, and the often dressed-up they are followed by hundreds of Individually, fans or artists of any honesty and unpredictability of only superficially attractive. There book covers that accompany them. thousands or millions on social subject don’t like hearing criti- real life, there are some advan- might be entirely different rea- This wasn’t an article that accused networks; and people even try cism. When they’re all grouped tages that inhabiting a fictional sons for the envy of actors other young adult fiction of being either to copy their looks or emulate together in one interactive medi- storyline can offer that reality than desired popularity. a contagion upon society or irre- their characters in real life. Of um, the defensiveness is com- deemable. It simply critiqued the pounded by the solidarity effects genre by listing some issues the of in-group, out-group thinking, author had with the emulative something contemporary social strategies publishers have been How to manage the chaotic dorm room psychological research supports. using in the last few years for the on the floor when you have an of a dorm every year. Through websites like Twitter, purpose of increasing profits at infant crawling around. As for the dirt and grime, I’ll Facebook and Tumblr, anyone can the cost of originality. Developing your responsibil- simply list the things you should follow people with similar inter- The backlash across the ity as a clean person should really buy: A handheld duster with dis- ests, their idols and news relevant internet was swift, with all the start now. Besides the fact that posable pads; a cheap portable to those interests. Essentially, the knee-jerk defenses mustered you will eventually need to take vacuum cleaner -- this should only internet has succeeded in creating by fans and contributors of the care of a residence you own -- not set you back $15 at Walmart; dis- a more lethal, distilled form of in- young adult community that one to mention its inhabitants -- you’ll infectant wipes; and a good-quali- group cohesion and groupthink in Will Doreza would expect of a group denying realize there are many immediate ty air freshener. If you have dishes, which communities defend them- Columnist its own issues. Misinterpretations ______benefits to cleanliness and orga- get dish soap and a sponge. Simply selves from external threats of the author’s point, as well as nization. having those things around will with escalating attacks. personal attacks soon followed. Dear Will, I’m a firm believer that one’s make cleaning up quicker and Ten or fifteen years The general summary of My room is filthy. My room- surroundings can affect, and more efficient. ago, when most people ideas expressed amounts mate and I try to keep it present- even reflect, the way one feels. Adding certain decorative using the internet were to, “Look at all these books able and organized, but we just Therefore, a neater living space elements can make your room feel anonymous, this same that don’t have this problem, don’t have time to keep it clean all can really improve whatever you more like a cared-for home, too. sense of community ergo no books in YA have it. the time. It gets really dusty and are doing there -- working, social- Having a plant or two not only wasn’t possible because How dare this reader of YA there’s a weird smell we can’t seem izing and even sleeping are easier adds to decorative atmosphere, communities weren’t fiction criticize it in any to get rid of. What advice can you and less stressful when you aren’t but also can serve as an air fresh- nearly as connected way? You are a terri- give me about making my home knocking over week-old mugs of ener. And make sure there’s ven- and information ble human being,” more tolerable? coffee on your way out the door. tilation -- even in the winter, you didn’t prolifer- with a hearty, Dusty in Draheim And I can guarantee that can open your window every so ate at the “Here here” Dear Dusty, there’s one solution that will solve slightly to let in some fresh air. speeds it provided for I’ll be blunt -- most people most of the problems: Get rid of Fussy and annoying as it may currently each com- find that they can live with it. They stuff! This was the hardest thing seem, these are really very basic does. Now, menter. This adjust to their dirty surroundings for me to learn my sophomore ways to maintain a living space so many is my rough and are perfectly content to live year. It took two SUVs every sum- that you enjoy and can use. You’re people have summariza- in squalor for the rest of their mer to get all my crap home. It eventually going to have to learn interweaved tion, so feel college lives. Even if you can do may be hard to let go of your how to do this, so why not start their per- free to verify that, you’re not preparing for life pet rock collection, but when you now? Believe me -- your room can sonal and this generaliza- as an adult -- and believe it or not, actually do, it’s incredibly liberat- be a lot more than just a place to 10 years down the road, you can’t ing. Plus, it’s so much less stress sleep and throw all your clothes! All Op/Ed Illustrations by Cori Lin See page 12 have rotting pizza sitting around when you have to move in and out

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A community can be one of my fellow writers that I editorial pages must be ac- Devin Ross companied by a phone number at which the author can be Opinions & Editorials Editor: guess, “Waves” moved through these traditional piano works. contacted. Articles submitted Alan Duff Cleveland different wave-like sounds with Concluding the concert was “The without a contact number will instrumentation, dynamics, har- Klezmer’s Wedding,” filled with not be published. Arts & Entertainment Editor: continued from page 11 mony, tempo and texture. “At Sea” driving rhythms, upbeat melodies Natalie Schermer tive, singing melodies in the saxo- was reminiscent of an Irish jig and a progression of the ideas that —The Lawrentian reserves phone. At one point the violin with driving, pulsating melodies energized the audience to the end. the right to print any submis- Sports Editor: sions received after the above imitated an electric guitar. 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