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Faculty member calls Austin junior Jenny Parker, “Now it’s up to the adminis- many people can do the same co-chairwoman of the adequate tration to decide,” she said. job is a valid question for eco- adequate living wage wage task force, has been work- Waco senior Anali Gatlin, nomics,” he added. Odegaard ‘inadequate’ for many ing with the justice group since a member of the justice group, said his view on the impact of fall 2004. said the discussion was timely implementing a living or ad- By Claire St. Amant “We have continually pres- because the decision on wheth- equate wage is “agnostic.” Staff writer sured the administration to er to increase wages at Baylor “I don’t know what the re- raise wages,” she said. will be made this summer by sults will be,” he said. “Forecasts Students for Social Justice The task force was founded Lilley and the Baylor Board of are all over the map.” held a panel discussion Tuesday in 2005 under then-Interim Regents. Dr. Thomas Offit, anthropol- night in Draper Academic Build- President William D. Under- Thomas Odegaard, senior ogy professor, shared statistics ing to discuss adequate wages wood and has been continued lecturer in economics, shared about the gap between the rich for campus workers. by President John Lilley. Parker, his views about the correlation and poor in the United States. The panel consisted of six an economics major, said the of markets, prices and the value “Income is distributed exact- faculty members and was mod- task force developed a “stepping- of what’s produced. ly as unequally in the U.S. as it David Poe/Lariat staff erated by Dr. Jon Singletary, as- stone process” to raise wages to “What one’s due is tied to Dr. Thomas Offit (left) listens as Dr. Tony Talbert discusses adequate wages sistant professor of social work. $10.40 per hour by 2010. what one does,” he said. “How Please see WAGE, page 8 Tuesday in 116 Draper Academic Building. Virginia Tech mourns one day later Schools close after threats Measures taken after suspicious activities in several states

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AUSTIN — Campus threats forced lock-downs and evacua- Associated Press tions at universities and grade schools in seven states Tuesday, Students embrace during a memorial service Tuesday at Worsham Stadium on the campus of Monday. Thousands of students and other mourners gathered at the football stadium and the a day after a Virginia Tech stu- Virginia Tech University in Blacksburg, Va. The school held a service for those slain by a gunman basketball arena. dent’s shooting rampage killed 33 people. One threat in Louisiana directly mentioned the massacre Killer identified as troubled English student in Virginia, while others were reports of suspicious activity in Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, President Bush Man who left 32 dead depression and that he was be- Another was about students North Dakota, South Dakota and first lady coming increasingly violent and fantasizing about stalking and and Michigan. Laura Bush was ‘loner’ who wrote erratic. killing a teacher who sexually In Louisiana, parents picked leave flowers violent plays for class Despite the many warning molested them. up hundreds of students from at a memo- signs that came to light in the “When we read Cho’s plays, Bogalusa’s high school and mid- rial Tuesday on By Matt Apuzzo bloody aftermath, police and it was like something out of a dle school amid reports that a the campus of The Associated Press university officials offered no nightmare. The plays had really man had been arrested Tuesday Virginia Tech University. clues as to exactly what set Cho twisted, macabre violence that morning for threatening a mass The president BLACKSBURG, Va. — The off on the deadliest shooting used weapons I wouldn’t have killing in a note that alluded to addressed the gunman in the Virginia Tech rampage in modern U.S. his- even thought of,” former class- the murders at Virginia Tech. student body massacre was a sullen loner tory. mate Ian McFarlane, now an Schools Superintendent Jerry at a memo- who alarmed professors and “He was a loner, and we’re AOL employee, wrote in a blog Payne said both schools were rial at Cassell classmates with his twisted, vio- having difficulty finding in- posted on an AOL Web site. locked down and police arrest- Coliseum at the lence-drenched creative writing formation about him,” school He said he and other students ed a 53-year-old man who alleg- school. and left a rambling note in his spokesman Larry Hincker said. “were talking to each other with edly made the threat in a note he dorm room raging against wom- A student who attended Vir- serious worry about whether he gave to a student headed to the en and rich kids. ginia Tech last fall provided could be a school shooter.” private Bowling Green School in A chilling picture emerged obscenity- and violence-laced “We always joked we were Franklinton. Tuesday of Cho Seung-Hui, a screenplays that he said Cho just waiting for him to do some- Both towns are in southeast- 23-year-old senior majoring in wrote as part of a playwriting thing, waiting to hear about ern Louisiana. English, a day after the blood- class they both took. something he did,” said another “The note referred to what bath that left 33 people dead, in- One was about a fight be- classmate, Stephanie Derry. “But happened at Virginia Tech,” cluding Cho, who killed himself tween a stepson and his stepfa- when I got the call it was Cho Payne said. “It said something as police closed in. ther and involved the throwing who had done this, I started like, ‘If you think that was bad, News reports said he may of hammers and attacks with a Associated Press have been taking medication for chainsaw. Please see SHOT, page 8 Please see CLOSED, page 8 Senior doesn’t let Baylor dumps program Fort Worth senior Samreen Hooda (right) was chosen that shares loan money success go to head for the International Waezeen Training By Melissa Limmer the university has received a to- Program in London. By Sapna Prasad summer. She said she learned Staff Writer tal of $4,207.48 in shared rev- Reporter The program’s about the role of the imam and goal is to create a enue. Baylor’s policy was to put closely examined the teach- global perspective Amid ongoing controversy this money exclusively toward A preacher who doesn’t ings of the Quran. She also was on Islam by inviting regarding student loan compa- need-based scholarship aid. preach. A believer in confident trained to give speeches and people from all over nies, Baylor has decided to no According to Jackie Diaz, as- humility. presentations on the history of the world to partici- longer take part in the revenue- sistant vice president for finan- Samreen Hooda’s life is full Islam. pate. sharing program of the student cial services, 262 students had of paradoxes, but she has never “It’s a passion for me,” Hoo- loan group Education Finance received loans from the group. felt so complete. da said. “It’s teaching me to Partners. The $4,207.48 in revenue Baylor At 22, the Fort Worth se- become a good articulator be- Baylor officials released a received will be distributed nior was chosen for the Inter- cause the Ismaili denomination statement Friday regarding the evenly between the 262 stu- national Waezeen Training of Islam has been misarticulat- decision and the university’s re- dents who took out the loans, Program in London. Hooda is ed in the past.” lationship with the loan group. and $16.06 will be placed in only the second person to enter Hooda said Ismaili-ism is Courtesy photo The company is a revenue- each student’s account. the program, akin to a graduate a liberal, Shia denomination sharing student loan organiza- Diaz said despite the fact that program, before completing an of Islam. She said there are no tion that returns some of its Baylor will no longer participate undergraduate degree. strict guidelines for when or The Waezeen program se- trainees to connect with di- profits to the universities it is in the revenue-sharing program, The average age of a Waezeen how to pray, and the focus is lects 10 to 15 people from hun- verse audiences. contracted with. it will remain on Baylor’s pre- trainee is between 35 and 40. on spiritual living. dreds of countries, creating a She said the program is also According to a Baylor press ferred lender list. Hooda spent three and a Hooda said Ismaili-ism is unique global perspective on beginning to see the importance release, since the university be- Education Finance Partners’ half weeks at the Institute of “taking what we believe and Islam. Hooda said the inter- came affiliated with Education Ismaili Studies in London last living it spiritually.” national interaction allows the Please see LONDON, page 8 Finance Partners in March 2006, Please see LOANS, page 8

Election season is under way for stu- intent on using all the technologies dent government. Students can vote for available to help students better inter- their favorite candidates starting today act with student government. at 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Thursday at bin. Like many of the candidates, he’s in baylor.edu. Each year, the Lariat edito- favor of student government’s activities rial board is given a special opportu- becoming more accessible on the Inter- nity to sit down with the candidates net. He also suggested making it pos- for the top three student government sible for students to sign up for instant positions. message updates from meetings. After comparing their goals, experi- Hay is the only candidate to advo- ence, personality and vision, we select cate giving students a louder voice in those we believe will do the best job. regard to tuition costs; this sounds like These endorsements are solely the a great idea, although not necessarily opinions of the majority of the edito- feasible. He’s also fully on board with rial board and should serve only as a the tax-free textbook campaign that is guide to understanding the student on the minds of so many students. body’s options when choosing leaders Throughout our interviews, Plano for next year. junior Samer Baransi stood out as the Audio files of the interviews can be most experienced student government found on our Web site at www.baylor. candidate. His dedication to Baylor and edu/Lariat. its students can be seen in his years of Here’s our recommendations: continued service. Student body president He’s been a member of Student Sen- ate for five semesters and developed Being the leader of student govern- incentives to get students to participate ment is no easy task. And each year, in surveys on the Baylor Information students choose someone among them Network. However, there were some who not only provides leadership to aspects of his platform we didn’t feel student government but also serves were important for the internal vice as the spokesper- president to focus on. son for the entire While keeping the Baylor Sciences Baylor student Building open 24 hours would be help- body. ful to some, it’s not in the best inter- Even if San est of the student body to commit so Antonio junior much time and energy to something Travis Plummer that in the grand scheme of things isn’t were r unning incredibly important. Also, his desire against some- to extend visiting hours in residence one, we wouldn’t halls sounds like a good idea, but it’s endorse anyone not a pressing issue. but him. Although we believe Hay is the best Travis Plummer For the past candidate, there were a few ideas of El year Plummer dent in the fall, he performed his duties zational skills and motivation are attri- plishments that Marshall has made can Paso junior Jen Kim’s that intrigued served as the like few members of student govern- butes that would make him a strong best be preserved and strengthened us. We were glad to see Kim reflect- internal vice president and was always ment ever have before. He was known external vice president. through Fonville. Wekesser may be a ing Hay’s desire to make student gov- willing to work openly and truthfully for his innovative ideas as well as his Whitehouse junior Kevin Giddens great candidate for EVP in the future, ernment more transparent to students with students and the Lariat. transparency. would make a fine external vice pres- just not this year. and the media. We consider this to be Plummer values the voice of the stu- In Garland sophomore Bryan Fon- ident, too, but in the end, we believe Internal vice president important in order to improve on the dents he serves; he’s worked all year to ville, we think we’ve found someone Fonville’s experience as Marshall’s relationship between student govern- create a student regent position. This who has the experience and foresight chief of staff is too overwhelming. Completing the trio of leaders in ment, the student body and the Lariat. assures us that he will continue fight- to continue Marshall’s vision and fur- Giddens has fresh, innovative ideas student government is the internal vice Kim proposed the idea of having ing for the students’ voice in all areas ther his agenda. to get students more involved in both president. Not town hall meetings for student govern- of Baylor. His ideas are also well con- While work- on and off-campus events; these ideas only does he pre- ment. This idea would make student structed and achievable. ing closely with included partnering campus organiza- side over Student government more accessible and pro- For the next year, two of Plummer’s Marshall, Fon- tions to work closely and combining Senate meetings, vide a place for students to express goals include the establishment of a ville developed efforts to give events more impact and but he also coor- their views and concerns to the admin- Web site where students could review r e l a t i o n s h i p s involvement. dinates the work- istration. However, her experience the spending of student fees and make with area leaders, It’s obvious he understands the ings of the legis- didn’t quite equal that of Hay. it possible for students to buy more including Waco problems facing our university, such as lative branch and While enthusiasm is encouraging, it space for their electronic mailboxes. Mayor Virginia a lack of diversity at school events, and internal affairs. doesn’t always produce effective leader- Plummer is articulate when speak- DuPuy. Fonville’s would still make a fine representative Travis Plum- ship. Many of the candidates had great ing, but doesn’t come across as being leadership skills in student government. mer held this ideas, but they won’t come to fruition pretentious. He has the ability to get were ev ident Like Giddens, Lincoln, Neb., sopho- post with fairness overnight. Kim also said one of the best his thoughts and opinions across to his Bryan Fonville through the lead- more Britney Wekesser has interesting Jeff Hay and efficiency, ways to make students more aware is to audience clearly and concisely, and he ership summit ideas, but we believe she just isn’t quite creating the stan- spread information by word of mouth. tops all that off with great ideas and the and implementa- experienced enough to hold a position dard by which we So far this approach hasn’t worked well ability to follow through with them. tion of the alumni mentor program that as important as external vice presi- judged this year’s candidates. in grabbing students’ attention. External vice president paired students with local profession- dent. Sikeston, Mo., junior Jeff Hay had a Overall, we were pleased to see each als. Her idea to present students with lot of hurdles to jump during his cam- of the candidates had a lot to offer. Serving alongside the student body To help students become more all the different student activities, paign. He was ruled ineligible at one They brought original ideas as well as president is the external vice president. active in the Baylor and Waco commu- especially at Welcome Week, is a great point and has had to mount much of a passion for serving the student body. His job focuses on building relation- nities, Fonville suggested a community approach to increasing student involve- his campaign from Austin, where he is Nearly every candidate quoted student ships between Baylor and the outside service fair that would inform students ment. working as an intern at the state capi- government’s motto “Students serving community. of the opportunities available to them, Her participation in March to Col- tol. students,” and we sincerely think they This includes the Waco community, which was an idea we thought was orig- lege Day is encouraging, and she But his experience in both the state all believe that’s their primary role. other schools in the Big 12 and the inal and interesting. seemed very intent on making student and student government, as well as his In the end, we decided to err on the Alumni Association. As an upperclassman living in Allen government more accessible and trans- solid relationships with the adminis- side of experience and vision. Even if When Cuney senior Allan Marshall Residence Hall, Fonville has a finger on parent to the student body. tration make him the best candidate you don’t agree with our choices, the took the office of external vice presi- the pulse of students, and his organi- We believe the immense accom- for internal vice president. He appears important thing is to make your own. MTV’s ‘Sweet 16’ offers nothing but mindless entertainment

Wherever the terrorists are and divas. provide for their children. But fortune heiress made a name feeling like I needed to vomit; hiding and plotting, let’s all And these are the ones who I also remember a man named for herself by doing absolutely but like a car crash, I couldn’t hope, for the sake of America, will run our country some day? Jesus saying that it’s easier for a nothing, people have been infat- keep from craning my neck to that they don’t have cable or I fear the day banks close for point camel to pass through the eye of uated with the rich and ridicu- watch what was wrong. MTV. If they ever happen to National Pink and Sparkly Day. a needle than for a rich man to lous rather than the talented So if it’s so disgusting and catch an episode of My Super For those who have been of view enter the kingdom of heaven. and typical. absurd, why do we watch trash Sweet 16, our country might be lucky enough to avoid the show, In other words, if wealth is Suddenly, entertainment is television? in more trouble than we realize. MTV describes the characters as by nathan mccoy a person’s only concern in life, watching a washed-up, clock- It’s a lot like eating cotton You see, My Super Sweet 16 kids who “expect and will only that person should re-evaluate wearing rapper pick his girl- candy. It looks like you’re get- represents everything terrorists accept the absolute best. Now, They don’t brag that their dad their mindset. friend from a bevy of hopefuls ting a lot of substance. It tastes hate about America. To another it’s up to them to make sure can beat up your dad; they brag The A.V. Club, the entertain- looking for their 15 seconds in good and satisfies your sweet extent, it also represents every- jealous siblings, stressed-out that their dad can, like, totally ment section of the satirical the spotlight. tooth. And hey, look at the pret- thing I’m afraid my generation is parents and school rivals don’t buy them another car right now magazine The Onion, once called Unfortunately, I can be ty colors! turning into. get in the way.” if he wanted to. The characters My Super Sweet 16 “The Most counted among the victims of But in the end, it just dis- Why the cause for concern? Status is all that matters to on the show would argue that if Offensive Show On Television.” trash television. solves and you’re left hungry for It’s the selfish attitudes and the kids on that show. They you’ve got it, flaunt it. The label certainly was not given I, too, have watched an epi- something that will actually fill the glorification of obscene wear their biases and dislike for If your parents can afford to because of lack of competition sode of My Super Sweet 16. The you up. wealth. It’s the kids with the classmates and so-called friends throw you an extravagant party from other shows. Trash televi- entire way through, I kept tell- Here’s a suggestion: Go out- sense of entitlement who con- on their sleeve. They revel in the with a six-figure bill, than you sion has taken over the airwaves ing myself to change the chan- side. Live your own life. trol their parents. It’s the princ- disappointment of those who might as well go all out. as an excuse for entertainment. nel. I kept complaining about Nathan McCoy is a junior jour- es and goddesses, the rock stars won’t get into their party. I agree that families should Ever since a certain hotel annoying, spoiled kids. I kept nalism major from Crowley.

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By Jon Schroeder Association of Colleges and Hogue said. three proposals for new pro- make its debut in the fall, will tails can be worked out across Staff writer Schools representatives. She said she doesn’t know gramming: an undergraduate admit 180 incoming students campus to the satisfaction of all Ten and 20 years ago, the vis- what sort of questions the SACS research plan, engaged learning into three learning groups: Film the faculty, administrators and Baylor’s on-campus visit from it comprised the bulk of the pro- representatives will ask during groups and University 1100. and global cultures, Hispanic students who would be affected Southern Association of Colleg- cess, and SACS representatives their visit but said Baylor was The undergraduate research families in transition and en- by this new class.” es and Schools began Tuesday. made decisions largely based on “very transparent” in its Quality portion of the plan includes the ergy and society. Completion of University The visit, along with several their on-campus visit. Enhancement Plan. Small Grant Program, which Each of these interdisciplin- 1100, unlike either of the other reports submitted to SACS, will In contrast, this year SACS The group will “give us some will “provide research-related ary groups will last for at least two initiatives, would have be- eventually determine Baylor’s representatives already had ideas about things to do and funding for undergraduates and three semesters and will count come a universitywide require- accreditation status, but Baylor most of the information before things to avoid,” said Dr. Patri- their research mentors,” accord- toward a degree requirement. ment had it remained a part of officials say they expect a they arrived on campus — in cia Tolbert, director of assess- ing to the plan’s documenta- An optional fourth-semester the Enhancement Plan. smooth visit. the form of a 411-page report, ment and compliance. tion. “capstone” program also will be Hogue and Tolbert each said After visiting Baylor’s execu- not including documentation, The on-campus visit will fo- It also includes a revamped available. they didn’t feel they could com- tive MBA program in Austin on which was sent to them online cus on Baylor’s Enhancement version of Scholar’s Day with a University 1100, the plan pro- ment on any possible effect the Monday morning, a group of in September. Baylor’s Qual- Plan, not on accreditation as a greater focus on undergraduate posal originally slated to replace change could have on Baylor’s seven SACS representatives ar- ity Enhancement Plan, one of whole, Tolbert said, calling it a research. Chapel Fridays, was dropped af- accreditation process, but they rived Monday evening in Waco SACS’ requirements, was sent “helpful” process. The day traditionally has ter concerns were brought up on said there’s no reason to think and began on-campus meetings to the representatives March 2 As the SACS representatives showcased Baylor lecturers and behalf of the university curricu- SACS’ on-campus visit will be Tuesday. along with responses to other meet with students, faculty, researchers. lum committee. anything but positive. Their visit will end at 11 a.m. specific queries. regents and administrators, A Web site and awards for An online update from Dr. “This accreditation process is Thursday. “What they’ve done with the they’ll be able to give a different undergraduates are also part of Larry Lyon, vice provost for a valuable one because it offers Assistant Provost Tiffany change in the rules is to make perspective to Baylor’s plan, she the plan. institutional effectiveness, said us the opportunity to improve,” Hogue said the visit will dif- a one-step process with a huge said. The engaged learning group he’s hopeful that “at some time Tolbert said. “We’re hoping for fer from past visits of Southern visit into a two-step process,” The plan originally included section of the plan, which will in the future administrative de- smooth sailing.” Model Arab League earns top award at competition BEAR BRIEFS Run for a cause By Star De La Cruz zuki won the outstanding del- come up with a resolution just Pi Beta Phi sorority will hold Reporter egate award for environmental as the Arab League would in Run to Reveal at 8 a.m. Sat- affairs committee. Euless senior given situations. One of the urday on the Bear Trail to sup- Baylor’s Model Arab League Shan Ali Molidena and Sugar situations given to the delegates port the nonprofit organization received the Overall Outstand- Land senior Samssa Ali won the was, how to establish a protocol Invisible Children. All proceeds ing Delegation award at the honorable mention delegates in the withdrawal of U.S. troops will go to the organization. Model Arab League competition, award for the social affairs com- from a Iraq. Registration will be at 7:30 which was held from Thursday mittee. “Part of our competition is a.m. Saturday at the circle by to Saturday at Texas Wesleyan Long said the team did ex- graded on how much knowl- Hankamer School of Business University. traordinarily well, which was an edge we have acquired about the and costs $10. For additional “In the five years I have been indication of how diligently the country we represent, as well as information, contact Dana_ associated with Baylor’s Model members worked throughout team work, writing and speak- [email protected]. Arab League program, this is the semester to prepare. ing skills,” Baransi said. BeneFIT Bash at the SLC clearly the strongest team we “They could not have given Humble senior Taleen Khalaf, Bearobics BeneFIT Bash will have had at competition,” said better representation for Baylor president of Model Arab League, take place from 10 a.m. to Dr. Mark Long, director for Mid- University,” Long said. said the league won more awards noon Saturday at the McLane dle East Studies and associate Samer Baransi, a Plano junior than in previous years. Student Life Center. Registra- professor in the Honors College. and head delegate for Iraq, said “This was the first time we tion will be from 9 to 10 a.m. “The team won four individual the competition is comparable won outstanding delegation in a Courtesy photo The Bash will include trophies, and group awards, to include to Model UN. long time,” Khalaf said. prizes and aerobics classes. the highest award for the overall “We split up into five differ- Khalaf said along with the Baylor’s Model Arab League displays awards received last weekend at the A $5 donation is requested, best delegation.” ent committees and are given hard studying, the league did so Model Arab League competition at Texas Wesleyan University. and all proceeds will go to the Baylor had not won the Over- conflicts, which we are to write well because they were “blessed American Heart Association. all Outstanding Delegation resolutions for,” he said. to have people who think well Baransi said this competition Ali said the best part of the For additional information, con- since 2002. This award is given Prior to the competition, on their feet and are poised at gave him experience to develop competition was the anticipa- tact Ember_Strand@baylor. to only one school that does the members of the Model Arab speaking.” conflict resolutions. tion of seeing the other partici- edu or call 710-7529. best overall in every aspect of League had to research the “We had a lot of mock simu- “More importantly I was able pants’ preparation. the competition. countries they would be repre- lations in committees,” Khalaf to see how countries in the Mid- “I learned a lot through the To submit a bear brief, e-mail Katy sophomore Eric Head- senting and study the county’s said. “We had weekly assign- dle East combat these issues ev- debates because after research [email protected]. stream and Fort Worth fresh- position on every political as- ments that ranged from topic ery day and I could distinguish alone there is only so much CONTACT US man Meagan Raley were award- pect. Baransi said it consisted researches, brainstorming and the comparisons between how knowledge one can attain, but ed outstanding delegates for of a lot of intense research and writing resolutions and we were Americans view the Middle East after debating, you use that Editor 710-4099 political affairs committee. memorization. exposed to different exercises and what in reality is going on,” knowledge and learn a lot more,” Newsroom 710-1712 Flower Mound junior Joji Su- He also said they had to that helped us prepare.” he said. Suzuki said. Seminar recalls Holocaust’s impact Professors, students discussion with students about “When I ask about Jews, it various topics related to the really means more than that,” discuss Christianity, content of the movie. he said. “I want them to think politics of hate “The movie shows the meet- about what it would be like if ing with German officers that there were no African-Ameri- laid out the plan for the ‘final cans or Muslims. I want the stu- By Kirsten Horne solution,’” Gloer said. He said 12 dents to think, ‘Are we better off Reporter men hatched the “final solution” in a world where there is no one plan that ultimately resulted in different than we are?’” What would it be like if there the deaths of 6 million Jews. Ellis explained why the his- were no more Jews? “I plan on relating to the idea tory of the Holocaust is impor- This will be one of the dis- that this was just a business-like tant for all students, including cussion topics today at the Ho- act for the Germans,” Gloer said. Christians, to know. locaust Remembrance seminar “There was no emotion shown, “Both Christians and Nazis held by the Baylor Center for no sense of something tragic.” share disturbing similarities in Jewish Studies. Ellis said he plans to speak their understanding of Jews,” The seminar will be from about a world without Jews. he said. “The difference is that noon to 1 p.m. in 107 George “That was the ultimate plan Christians felt the Jews had W. Truett Theological Seminary. of the Nazis: to eliminate the killed Christ and had rejected During the seminar, clips will Jews,” he said. “I just want them the new covenant.” be shown from Final Solution, a to think, what would every day He said that because of this, film about the politics of hate. be like?” Christians believed that the Jews After the movie, Dr. Marc Ellis said these questions are were condemned to wander and Ellis, director of the Center for not just for Jews, but for Chris- suffer until they saw the light. Jewish Studies; Dr. Hulitt Glo- tians as well. Ngan said she thinks it is er, professor of preaching and “What would it mean to be a important that Christians are Christian scripture at George Christian if there were no Jews?” made aware of the events that W. Truett Theological Seminary; he said. “What does that mean took place during the Holo- and Dr. Lai Ling Ngan, associate for Baylor?” caust. “If we don’t, it will hap- professor of Christian scripture He said he plans on discuss- pen again,” she said. at George W. Truett Theological ing the topic from more than The seminar is open to every- Seminary, will participate in a just one viewpoint. one and pizza will be provided. PICK A DAY AND TRY OUR SPECIALS!

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[STUDENT GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 2007] Travis Plummer • San Antonio junior • Biology major Plummer for Desired position: Student body president Vote I’m most passionate about increasing the board of regents’ inter- actions with students. They are a board that sincerely cares about the for President Baylor family; however, I think they might be a little out of touch with the student body itself. Samer Get it, got it I feel that I’m the most qualified candidate for this position due to Jen Kim my experience and my sincere love for this institution. I have had the + privilege of serving as the internal vice president and president of the IVP GIDDENS Student Senate for the past year and hope to continue the tradition of Plummer excellence that Mark, Allan and I began. We have worked to create an = Say environment of service in student government and I desire to see this tradition maintained. After seeing how the office should be run for Success “Hay” the past year, I feel that I have a strong understanding of the duties, requirements and hardships of Pick Wekesser on such a position and am more than qualified considering my heart for serving this university. for EVP election Samer Baransi • Plano junior Fonville day! Finance, Business Fellows major Desired position: Student body internal vice president Returns After five consecutive semesters as a senator in student government, my head floods with ideas to improve Baylor. Twenty-four- hour BSB. Fountain back on Fountain Mall. Making faculty evalua- tions available. Dreams are great vehicles for achievement, but you can’t drive toward them without the fuel of realistic expectation. Experience has taught me the importance of building bridges. The mast of my campaign will be flying a flag of cooperation: the gap between the student body and the administration needs to Baransi be stitched closer, and we need to adapt to the way they think. The position of campus improvements chairman rewarded me with an active committee, which I rallied to produce the most popular student survey ever produced by the BIN. The results of this survey molded the tasks of the committee this semester. I’m a leader made, not born, and my vice president position in Brothers Under Christ fraternity last year taught me what that means. It forced me to deal with multiple crises that tempted me to become distracted from my task of planning Island Party. In that time, I learned that leaders make specific goals that people can hold them accountable to. They challenge themselves. They reach outside their comfort zones. They admit their mistakes. Most of all, they keep going, despite what happens. Proverbs The 24:16 mandates it: “For though the righteous man falls seven times, he rises again.” Jeff Hay • Sikeston, Mo., junior Executive position candidates gear up for elections and share their platforms Political science major RACE Desired position: Student body internal vice president By Kate Boswell run for office was made after a stand the platform,” he said. “Baylor is growing,” she Staff writer I am most passionate about ensuring that students have fair recent mission trip to Tokyo. One aspect of Hay’s plat- said. “Demands aren’t being representation when it comes to finances for which they will be pay- “It might sound cheesy, but form is textbook issues. met for specialized majors, like ing. Last year, the regents voted to increase tuition. I propose that You’ve heard the speeches. I was convicted of a need to “I’ve been working here in philosophy. It’s difficult to get students be selected to serve on a tuition advisory board for the You’ve seen the signs. It’s that talk to people and get out of my Austin since I have been in in the necessary classes.” vice president of finance and the Baylor Board of Regents when that time of year again. comfort zone,” he said. “This Austin on tax-free textbooks,” recommendation is made. The students deserve a voice in financial With election results to be position served as an oppor- Hay said. He said as internal Garland sophomore Bryan matters of the university since they are the ones ultimately respon- revealed Thursday, the com- tunity to bring students and vice president, he would inves- Fonville, Whitehouse junior Hay sible for paying the cost. I have been lobbying in Austin for a bill petition heats up as seven stu- administrators together.” tigate the Baylor Bookstore and Kevin Giddens and Lincoln, which would provide for tax-exempt textbooks for both public and dents vie for the three execu- Baransi has served in Stu- see if it had access to advance Neb., sophomore Britney private universities. Not only do I support this, but I also believe the tive branch positions: student dent Senate for five consecu- information about textbooks. Wekesser are vying for the Baylor Bookstore should not gain any advantage over off-campus bookstores by advance notice of body president, internal vice tive terms and said he believes “I want to see whether or not position of external vice presi- textbook requirements from professors or by re-charging high prices multiple times for textbooks. president and external vice experience will serve him well they can get advanced informa- dent. My experience as president pro tem of the Senate last semester and the year I have spent in the president. if he is elected internal vice tion before other bookstores,” Bryan Fonville Senate are important in running for the office of IVP. As pro tem, I served in the absence of the Travis Plummer president. he said. “All of the bookstores IVP and gained valuable experience on the Senate executive commission. My experiences with “I’m qualified primarily should have the same ability to Fonville, who may be recog- the Chamber as homecoming general assistant last year have helped me develop strong relation- San Antonio junior Tra- because of experience and my gain textbooks. I’d like to keep nizable to students for either ships with administrators which I can use in the future as we work together for the good of the vis Plummer is running unop- passion for the student voice to them from charging such high his Superman-themed cam- students. posed for the position of stu- have the ear of the administra- prices for textbooks.” paign posters or his work as dent body president. Last tion,” Baransi said. He said he also hopes to current external vice president Jen Kim • El Paso junior year’s winner, Richardson He said his trip to Japan put students on a tuition advi- Allan Marshall’s chief of staff, Philosophy, political science major senior Mark Laymon, also ran taught him the importance sory board and allow them to calls his goals “community Desired position: Student body internal vice president an uncontested race. of speaking to people in their meet with the vice president of focused.” “I personally would like to own language rather than finance. “Students ought to see “I’m most passionate about I am most passionate about bringing the student voice back to see students have more options expecting them to speak his the reasons why we are raising community. I’m trying to get the student body through the use of Student Senate. During my and choices,” Plummer said of language. tuition,” Hay said. “They would Baylor students focused on time at Baylor, I have come to recognize students are not utiliz- his solo race, but he’s quick to “We, as students, need to have a greater voice when the Waco community,” Fon- ing Senate mainly because they do not know what Senate can do point out the bright side. “How- adapt to the administration’s involved.” ville said. “I want to change for them. Also, it seems that student concerns are not all being ever, there won’t be a period of language,” he said. Hay said he is also inter- the percentage of community addressed by the administration, and it is my goal to use Senate to shakiness or transition, since He said he plans to continue ested in aligning on-campus involvement. After freshman build bridges between students and the administration to make this Mark and I are already working the progress made this year. concerts with student govern- year, after Welcome Week, university greater than it already is. Kim together.” “I don’t want to change 180 ment. there are almost no community I have experience working with a number of students and their Plummer currently serves degrees,” he said. “I want to “I’m looking into adding a involvement opportunities for organizations on campus, and know the concerns and needs that as internal vice president, but work closely with Travis Plum- few dollars to the Student Life students.” are voiced by the students. Also, I have worked in several different committees within student he said his main qualification mer and other officers. If we Fund, so students could go to He said he also has seen a government and am currently the chairwoman of the diversity committee. for the office is his passion for keep pounding things into the concerts for free,” Hay said. need for community involve- Baylor. ground, the administration Jen Kim ment and outreach to be more Bryan Fonville • Garland sophomore “The big thing I bring to the will listen.” intentionally faith-based. Finance, economics major table is my love for Baylor,” he One of the issues Baransi “The resolutions I’ve writ- He said joining with local Desired position: Student body external vice president said. “You cannot do this job wants to bring to the admin- ten have shown that I’m mak- churches to plan activities is unless you love Baylor.” istration is opening the Baylor ing things happen,” Kim said one way Baylor can accomplish I have a heart for the Waco community and I want to share that Plummer said he hopes as Sciences Building for 24 hours of her time in Senate. this. passion with others. Community service sometimes has a negative president to continue projects a day. She has spent two years “We need to not just impact association. It is usually thought of within the context of an organi- he began in his current posi- He also said he has heard serving in Senate and is cur- lives physically but spiritually zation’s membership requirements. I want to change this perception. tion, like increasing student some talk about Baylor’s resi- rently the co-chairwoman of as well,” he said. I know more students would volunteer if they could engage in mean- interaction with the Baylor dence hall visiting hours being the diversity committee. Fonville said he also hopes ingful community involvement that provided them with opportuni- Board of Regents. cut back, and he will fight for She said this and other to increase community atten- ties to interact with community members. I also know more students One way he plans to do this them to stay the same or even activities, like Model United dance at athletic events. Fonville would volunteer if they found a service agency that shared their same is by holding luncheons and be extended. Nations, have enabled her to “I would like to work with interests, values and beliefs. I want to help Baylor students find these dinners for visiting regents and He said he also is interested get in touch with many differ- the athletic department for agencies and get involved in the community. I want to help them encouraging them to eat with in setting aside a percentage of ent kinds of students and their promoting ideas on commu- improve someone’s life. And most importantly, I want to help them improve their own life. students. the Student Life Fund for events concerns. nity attendance,” he said. Having already served in the office for a year, I have a complete understanding of the position’s “We want to maximize that that encourage diversity. However, she said, her He also said he was inter- requirements. As the chief of staff to the external vice president this past year, I met with several time when they’re in town,” “We need more than just strength is her practicality and ested in continuing meetings of Waco’s community leaders, most notably Waco Mayor Virginia DuPuy. I have at one time or he said. “They can talk about a student government com- ability to get things done. with Waco mayor Virginia another performed all of the job responsibilities that come with the EVP office. I have established issues and things that students mittee,” he said. “We need to “I have realistic goals and I DuPuy to increase downtown connections within the community and will continue to build these relationships should I be are doing, not just student gov- get people who don’t usually will make no blank promises,” development. “We really want elected. I have also organized and planned several EVP-sponsored events, most notably the Coal ernment’s projects.” attend multicultural events to she said. “I tend to have a very to change the perception that Plant Educational Forum and the Beyond Leadership Community Summit. As EVP, I hope to utilize Plummer already has attend.” rational approach and I’m effi- there is nothing to do in Waco,” my experience to continue building meaningful relationships with Waco community leaders. I worked on this issue by appear- Baransi emphasized that he cient.” he said. hope to build on the momentum of this year’s successes and take the office to new heights. ing before the regents with the plans to work to build bridges She outlined a detailed, five- Though Fonville has had to other executive branch mem- with the administration. part platform that included deal with questions about how Kevin Giddens • Whitehouse junior bers several times since he “If we just keep politely ask- creating openness between stu- closely he will follow in Mar- Speech communication, political science major began office. ing them, the administration dent government, the adminis- shall’s footsteps, he says his Desired position: Student body external vice president He also said he hopes to will listen,” he said. tration and the student body experience as Marshall’s chief The Baylor Experience. I am passionate about Baylor students help the individual class offi- Jeff Hay as well as increasing safety on of staff is an asset. cers implement more program- campus and lengthening visi- “Who better to know the receiving the best college experience possible and becoming people ming for each class. Hay said his experience in tation hours. office than the chief of staff?” that reflect the Baylor tradition of excellence. This includes extend- “The classes have a lot of student government, as well as Kim said one way she plans he said. “I’ve thoroughly ing events on campus to develop the Baylor community and con- verging efforts in the Waco community to develop strong character potential, and I would love to his current internship in Aus- to increase communication enjoyed my time working with and pride in the student body. I have served multiple organizations see that maximized,” he said, tin, make him the most quali- between members of the Baylor Allan, but I am my own candi- including FLO as social chair, Kappa Sigma as chaplain and philan- adding that this will create fied candidate for the position. community is by holding regu- date. We see things and handle thropy chair, Phi Alpha Delta pre-law fraternity, Antioch lifegroup Giddens more of a sense of pride in each He has previously served as lar forums. things differently, and this is and day care and Student Senate. I have planned many successful class. president pro tem of the Sen- “I plan to host regular meet- an asset.” events and meetings and I am very experienced with the Baylor Another issue Plummer is ate and as chairman of Senate’s ings with administrators: open Fonville added that the requirements for student activities. While serving these organizations I have also worked at Carroll working on is breaking down operations and procedures forums where students can ask importance of continuity in Library and The Baylor Lariat and maintained a 4.0 GPA. the student fee. committee. them questions,” she said. leadership “can’t be put into “We currently pay a student “I’ve been given great oppor- She said she also plans to words. It’s important that we Britney Wekesser • Lincoln, Neb., sophomore fee in a lump sum,” he said. tunities and I am making the hold a similar forum with stu- have people coming into office Professional sales major “While I appreciate Baylor’s most of those of opportuni- dent government and would that have a working relation- Desired position: Student body external vice president not ‘nickel and dime-ing’ us on ties,” Hay said. try to get members of Student ship with different people,” he everything, I think it would be He added that he decided Court, the executive branch said. Throughout this school year, it has been made known to us there beneficial for students to know to run for the position to give and class officers to attend to “I will continue to develop are many needs in our surrounding community. As the next external how the money is spent.” students a voice in their gov- answer students’ questions. and fulfill the previous exter- vice president, I will strive to further the involvement of students in He emphasized that this is ernment. In terms of security, Kim nal vice president’s vision.” meeting those needs, thus continuing to strengthen the relationship not a chance for students to “I think that the students said she wants to “push Baylor Kevin Giddens between Baylor and Waco. However, I also want to draw outstanding refuse to pay for something, deserve a fair voice in govern- DPS to shift its focus toward people to our university. I will do this through the March to College but rather an opportunity for ment,” he said. “They need patrolling and safety.” Giddens said one of his Day, the Private University Conference, scholarship endowments and students to suggest where someone looking out for them She also said there are sever- main goals is to make student Wekesser working with administrators to ensure we continue providing world- money should be funneled. in their interest, and I believe I al broken emergency call boxes government and the Student class facilities and education, while maintaining our deeply rooted am that kind of person. I want- on campus, and they need to Life Fund more accessible to Christian values. Plano junior Samer Baransi; ed to be that voice for them.” be fixed quickly. students. I have become an experienced leader as the current sophomore class president and social Sikeston, Mo., junior Jeff Hay; Hay emphasized the most “They’re no good if they are “A lot of what I want to chairman of my sorority. Additionally, I have been a Welcome Week leader and a chairperson and El Paso junior Jen Kim important part of his campaign broken,” she said. “We need to accomplish is open up stu- in the Freshman Leadership Organization. I have served the Baylor student body and the Waco are running for the position of is that students understand his fix that ASAP.” dent government and student community through my participation in King’s Club, Humane Society, student government and internal vice president. platform. She also said she hopes to life and make everything less Steppin’ Out. All of these activities have made me aware of our need to reach out and give back Samer Baransi “There’s no slogan (on my make registration more effi- complicated and user-friendly to those around us. I am an extrovert by nature who has a passion for interacting with people and signs) because I think that peo- cient and extend the current hearing what is on their hearts and minds. Baransi said his decision to ple really just need to under- course offerings. Please see RACE, page 5 Wednesday, April 18, 2007 student elections The Baylor Lariat 5 [STUDENT GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 2007] Candidates are vying for class officer and Student Senate positions. How well do you know these students? Check out their platforms below.

Lloyd Franklin • Grand Prairie junior • Accounting major Nekpen Osuan • Houston junior • University Scholars major Desired position: Senior class president Desired position: Senior class vice president

If elected, I would focus on the senior class gift My sophomore year, I served as a student sena- I am most passionate about improving student relations with administrators in building a better Baylor. I look forward to hearing for the class of 2008. I would like to see the restora- tor and was on the operations and procedures com- Baylor faculty, staff and administrators because a healthy sense of and sharing ideas with the class of 2008 as to how our class can tion of a fountain on Fountain Mall. This gift would mittee. This year I have served as external relations inclusion and cooperation are vital to the progress and continued reach and even exceed its goals in fundraising for the senior class enhance the beauty of the Baylor campus and leave a representative on the cabinet of the external vice success of our beloved university. gift, preparing for graduation and sustaining ties to the university proud legacy for the class of 2008. president, served as the director of Learning English I have been a member of student government for three years this afterward. My previous experiences make me a good candi- Among Friends, co-founded the Alumni Mentorship fall and have thoroughly enjoyed serving with students, faculty and date for senior class president. I have been an active Program and co-founded COALition. member of student government the last two years. Franklin Erica Mooney • Baytown sophomore • Political science major Desired position: Junior class president

David Hao • Albuquerque, N.M., senior • Economics major The past two months, we have gathered the lead- I am passionate about students’ issues being Desired position: Senior class president ers of student organizations to spend an hour together heard and brought to the attention of the faculty and praying for our campus and organizations. I think that staff. Through the past two years in student govern- My passion is creating more unity and cohesion at experience asking for donations and has helped me it is very important that the students are leading their ment, we have worked on many projects, and I would Baylor. I plan to help create an incentive-based struc- develop effective practical strategies for raising sup- organizations with character and are striving to glo- like to see them through to completion, enabling the ture to further encourage both student organization port. rify God. I want student government to aid in bringing best to be accomplished for Baylor. collaboration and increase communication between Most importantly, I love Baylor and want to be a those leaders to that common goal. students and their representatives in student govern- resource to all students. One resource I have to offer is ment. My participation in the financial affairs com- my extensive network. If I do not have the answer, I Mooney mittee of Student Foundation has given me hands-on will find you the person who does. Megan Forbes • Edmond, Okla., junior • Forensic science major Hao Desired position: Junior class secretary/treasurer

Caleb Gallifant • Phoenix sophomore • Finance major I believe the students should have input in the deci- I am a responsible and passionate student. I always Desired position: Junior class vice president sions that run this campus. By getting involved and give 100 percent to what I am involved in. I am working together we can improve many different involved in many different campus programs and I’m most passionate about faculty and student I like to be committed to the work I am involved aspects that could contribute to a improved com- groups. I would love to represent the junior class. mentorships because I believe it is invaluable to pour in. It doesn’t make any sense to do anything half- munity. into a new student’s life. Having faculty members hearted. I am personable and enjoy challenges. I am and upperclassmen mentor younger students not enthusiastic about new ventures and initiatives as only allows new students to work through inevitable well as getting done what needs to get done. I like to college struggles with an experienced individual, but dream big but also lay out an action plan for practical Forbes also forms deep, intentional friendships with them. measures.

Gallifant Felicia Sasser • Bethalto, Ill., sophomore • International studies, religion major Desired position: Junior class secretary/treasurer

Chelsea Saylors • Garland sophomore • University Scholars major Student involvement and equality among the dif- striving for the same goals. Desired position: Junior class vice president ferent social/service groups are key issues that need to Desiring and passionately seeking out a united be addressed. The image of Baylor is often mistaken class of 2009, an involved student body and pride My heart for Baylor lies in two issues: building While serving as the sophomore class secretary/ and many students compete against each other when for Baylor’s authentic foundation is the ambition this student organizations and strengthening the Baylor treasurer this semester, I found my place in student it is unity we should be seeking. university needs and is the prominent asset I offer name. Thriving student organizations help bring the government. I have a passion for the student body, a If we want to make a difference in this university, — passionately doing so, being the key. As poet D.H. student body together during their time on campus, heart for Baylor and an understanding of the ways to state and an even more ambitious difference in our Lawrence said, “When genuine passion moves you, and a strong Baylor name is a legacy to carry into bring about change. world, then we need to realize we are all standing and say what you’ve got to say, and say it hot!” graduate school and the job market. Sasser

Saylors Cory Dickman • Portland freshman • Business major Desired position: Sophomore class president

Jordan Hannah • Cleburne freshman • Political science major I think we should not be so quick to judge others My senior year of high school, I was the all- Desired position: Sophomore class president just because of their Greek affiliation, race or dorm school student body president. I learned how to they live in, but instead we as students at Baylor work with others and solve challenging problems Whatever my class decides, they want something would like to change that by working with the sopho- should strive for unity. I think students should leave that would arise. This semester, I’m involved in LEAD changed in next year. We don’t know what will need more Senate on issues on campus. Baylor having a better personal understanding of all LCC, which taught me to strengthen my leadership to be addressed the quickest yet, but when that is I am very passionate about serving students and types of people. I think it is good from time to time for skills, become a better team player and understand known I will do my best to advocate on behalf of Baylor. I have a year of student government expe- students to step out of their comfort zones. the different issues that students at Baylor face. my class. I feel like a better relationship is needed rience in the Student Senate so I believe I have the between the legislative and executive branches. We knowledge to serve my class to the best of my abil- Dickman were not on the same page most of the year and I ity. Ben Sojka • Overland Park, Kan., freshman • Speech communication major Hannah Desired position: Sophomore class vice president

Jenevieve Discar • San Diego, Calif., freshman • International studies major The student issue I am most passionate about is Wrecks happen often. Desired position: Sophomore class vice president campus safety. I would like to get security cameras I believe I am an excellent candidate for sopho- installed around campus, especially in and around more class vice president because of my leadership I would like to promote increased communication between stu- groups of people. From Pi Beta Phi, Model United Nations and par- parking areas. Security cameras would be a reason- and communication abilities. I want the class of 2010 dent government and students. If a student has a concern or sugges- ticipation at Highland Baptist Church, I have been exposed to many able preventative measure to vehicle break-ins. Also, to remember their time at Baylor as some of the best tion, he/she should feel comfortable approaching me with it. people with diverse opinions. For this reason, when making a deci- mirrors in the parking garage would be beneficial years of their lives. I will do whatever I can to serve the I feel I have the ability to communicate effectively with stu- sion or suggestion, I would truly be representing Baylor as a whole daily when rounding corners of the parking garage. class and make next year as enjoyable as possible. dents and members of the administration and faculty. I am currently rather than as a single person or group’s opinion. participating in organizations which have introduced me to diverse Sojka

Tracey Broussard • Bridge City freshman • Marketing, public relations major Desired position: Sophomore class secretary/treasurer Save me a spot... I really feel that it is very important to get students involved taught me how to be a good example for others and ultimately, a in campus life at Baylor through organizations, service events and stronger leader. One quote that has always strengthened me is: sports. By promoting these events to all classifications of students “Leadership is understanding people and involving them to help and not just freshmen, I think that the Baylor community would feel you do a job. That takes all of the good characteristics, like integrity, more connected. dedication of purpose, selflessness, knowledge, skill, implacability, in the In high school, I was the secretary for student council and the as well as determination not to accept failure.” ~ Admiral Arleigh Senate president of En Croix, a group for Christian dancers. These positions A. Burke Candidates for Student Senate arranged by classification: RACE from page 4 about events,” he said. She outlined three parts to Giddens’ current project is her platform: promoting March Sophomores Juniors Seniors an event called Kickin’ it with to College Day, attendance at and student friendly,” he said. Kappa Sig, a kickball tourna- statewide university confer- Suzy Azzam Adam Arrington Erin Bolivar One problem Giddens iden- ment at the end of April the ences and raising scholarship Colt “Tex” Currie Alberto Barraza Brad Doherty tified was lack of communica- fraternity is putting on to raise awareness. Liz Foreman Andy Beall Mallory Driggers tion between groups on campus money for a new playground She said March to College and between students and the for Doris Miller Elementary Day, which is hosted by the Jessie Graf Amanda Beattie Justin Farr Waco community. He said he School. National Society of Collegiate Vincent R. Harris Alex Dubois Rosie Gregg believes action, not dialogue, Giddens said he came up Scholars, is an event that will is the best way of overcoming with the idea for the event and help to draw the community to Christine Hersh Stephanie Formas Jared Grigg this problem as well as increas- organized everything, includ- Baylor’s campus and promote Jessica Kim Zach Krohn Paul Hamilton ing diversity. ing co-authoring a bill asking Baylor. John Kitch Chase McVicker Thomas Herndon “This semester, I’ve seen a for funds from the Student Another issue Wekesser is lot of similar events at the same Life Fund, which was passed passionate about is scholarship Jason Lawrence Whitney Petty Seth Koster time. If people worked together Thursday. endowments and awareness. Jessica Liu Jordan Powell Alia Mohammed it could be so much more effec- Britney Wekesser She said she believes the tive,” he said. creation of an online service Holly Maddox Abbie Rosen Jeremy Paxton “I think we can make a big- “I’m not a superstar or some- that lists all scholarships avail- Daisy Marchena Parker Short Matt Russell ger impact in the community one who wants to change the able to students would help Morgan Mooers Kathleen Simpson Cori Simpson and on campus. In doing that, world, but I really feel that I can alleviate this problem. instead of just dialoguing about make a difference here on cam- “I would like to set up one Luisa Muskus Tommy Takyi-Micah Jacqueline Simpson diversity, this would actually pus and my passion is Baylor Web site where (students) Chelle Nipper Zack Taylor Ashley Sullivan get groups to work together. students,” Wekesser said. could go and check out all They would see that they had Wekesser said she wanted scholarships offered,” she said. Chris Paxton Sarah Thompson Matt Tadlock common interests and goals. to make sure students recog- “It would be a collaboration of Rebecca Scott Kira Taniguchi That’s going to knock down nized her and felt comfortable every organization’s scholar- Jose Mauricio Valles Ryan Tatum walls, not sitting in Baylor tea approaching her on campus, so ships that they offer through- rooms having bad cookies and she and her campaign manager out the year.” Kathy Wilson Star Tiko-Okoye orange punch.” decided to put her photo on all Wekesser also said she Nicole Yeakley Jennifer Trammell Giddens said he believes his of her campaign signs. wants to hold a statewide uni- experience in numerous orga- “I want to make sure they versity conference at Baylor for nizations, including member- aren’t afraid to come up to me students from all over the state ship in Kappa Sigma and serv- and ask questions,” she said. to meet with one another. ing as a senator in Student Sen- Wekesser said her involve- “It’s just a place where stu- Voting starts at 8 a.m. today and ends at 5 p.m. Thursday. ate, qualify him for the position ment in on-campus activities dent can start a network of like- as external vice president. (she is currently president of minded students, and students “I have a great knowledge of the sophomore class) and her can build off each other’s ideas what needs to be done, and I people skills make her a good for their own campuses,” she bin.baylor.edu know how to get people excited candidate for the position. said. 6 The Baylor Lariat Sports Wednesday, April 18, 2007 BU ready for clash of Big 12 titans

By Will Parchman night in Denton, but the game The three have combined that we’re in another team’s Sports writer was canceled due to rain. The to hit 31 of the team’s 45 home backyard,” Monceaux said. “It team’s road swing will be its runs and account for over half hasn’t been a concern lately that Progressing deeper and second of at least five games of the team’s RBI production. we’re on the road, as long as we deeper into its conference this month. Even so, by the time the team keep being successful on it.” schedule, the No. 9 Baylor soft- In addition to their nine- returns home to face the Univer- If Baylor can sweep Okla- ball team is discovering more game winning streak in confer- sity of Missouri on April 28, they homa and keep its slim lead on about itself with each passing ence, the Lady Bears have built will have played 10 of their last Missouri in the Big 12, it will week. up a 13-game winning streak 12 games on the road, where they be one step closer to winning a Perhaps the biggest resound- overall. They haven’t lost a game have a 6-1 record at non-neutral Big 12 and perhaps even NCAA ing truth embedded within the since March 17, and they’ve sites this season. Championship, which Mon- Lady Bears current nine-game won several close games during Moore said he sees the danger ceaux said is within the team’s conference winning streak is a that stretch. in letting road weariness dictate grasp. team cohesiveness that has the On Saturday, Baylor entered the course of a promising sea- “We saw in the beginning entire team excited. the final inning down 3-1 to son. that this was a different team “I think we expect to win. Oklahoma State University but “We’ve gotten used to the than any other,” she said. “And Our team unity is amazing scored three seventh-inning road, we’ve been on it so much because we’re doing so well right now,” said freshman runs to take the game. lately,” Moore said. “But we’ve right now we expect to carry pitcher Kirsten Shortridge, “I don’t think this team played pretty well on the road, it on through the end of the who’s posted a 13-3 record with ever doubts themselves,” head so we’ll take this one just like year.” a 2.00 ERA this season. “That’s Coach Glenn Moore said. the others and hopefully have Moore agreed that winning the thing about our team. We “They’re a little more patient some success up there.” in Oklahoma could mean an always play the team that’s on than I’d like them to be some- By “up there,” Moore is refer- even easier road to a No. 1 seed our jersey. We play Baylor.” times, but they believe it can ring to a mid-week, two-game in the Big 12 tournament in Baylor’s greatest struggles happen at any time. When you series with No. 2 University of May. this season have come at neu- get to the middle of our lineup, Oklahoma in Norman, Okla., “We’ve built a little bit of a tral sites, but the team doesn’t it’s a murderers row there.” beginning today. cushion, but it’s a big, big game,” have any more of those games The middle of the lineup for Oklahoma represents one of Moore said of his team’s two-game Melea Burke/Lariat staff scheduled until the post-sea- Moore features seniors Chelsi the final, and perhaps biggest, lead over Missouri in the Big 12. son. Lake and Ashley Monceaux and hurdles Baylor has yet to cross “Every game we’ve played against The Baylor softball team huddles with senior pitcher Lisa Ferguson during the The softball team was slated sophomore stand-out Brette in the Big 12. the top teams becomes our big- Lady Bears’ 4-3 win over Oklahoma State University on Saturday. Baylor begins to begin a six-game road trip Reagan, all of whom have a sig- “I think this team has adapt- gest to date. It would send a huge a two-game series with the No. 2 University of Oklahoma at 5 p.m. today in with a game against the Uni- nificant amount of power from ed to going anywhere and play- message if we’d go up there and Norman, Okla. versity of North Texas Tuesday the plate. ing our game and not so much win a couple games.”

Freshman golfer Hannah Bears drop to 3rd at Big 12 tournament Burke puts during one of By Justin Baer “We played well today,” Burke see what scores we can post.” “I need to play my own game,” Baylor’s spring Sports Writer said. “I just had one bad hole, but I During the first round of play, the Houston native said. “I just tournaments. came back from it and played pret- the Lady Bears posted an over- need to stay focused on what I Heading into the Going into the final day of the ty solid. The weather conditions all score of 308, which was good need to do right then and there, final day of the Big 12 Championship at the Ridge- were pretty tough, so you just had enough to tie for second with and I think we will be allright.” Baylor-hosted wood Country Club in Waco, the to hang in there.” Oklahoma State. But after bat- Meanwhile, senior Anna Big 12 tourna- Lady Bears’ find themselves tied And while Burke said it would tling rainy weather the second Rehnholm finds herself in a posi- ment Burke and for third place, eight strokes be- be great for the team to overtake day, Baylor finished three strokes tion she is not used to — at the bot- junior teammate hind Oklahoma State University. Texas A&M University, which worse than day one of action. tom of the standings for the Lady Sian Reddick The Bears shot a second-round is currently four strokes ahead “Today the conditions were Bears with a score of 16-over-par. are leading the 311 amid tough weather condi- of Baylor, Burke realizes that a lot tougher,” said Hocutt, who Although she did admit the course Bears at 10- tions to bring their two-day total the Bears destiny is in their own dropped eight spots in the leader is not so easy this week, she knows over-par. The up to 619. hands. board after finishing fifth place on it is not an excuse for her play so pair is tied for ninth overall. Freshman Hannah Burke and “It would be nice to beat A&M day one. “I didn’t play that bad; far. junior Sian Reddick are currently because of the big rivalry, but they it could have been a lot worse. I “Personally I am not happy with atop the Lady Bears’ leader board shot pretty well today,” the Hert- missed a couple of shots, and it my performance at all,” Rehnholm at 10-over-par (154) to place them fordshire, England, native said. “I turned into more shots. It was just said. “The course is playing really tied for ninth overall. think we are just trying to finish a tough day today.” hard, but it’s kind of hard to ac- Freshman Natalie Hocott is as high as possible. We need to go Although Hocutt did drop in cept a high score.” right behind them at 11-over-par out there Wednesday and play a the standings, she believes not Rehnholm and the Lady Bears (155), and she will head into the good game really. We have got it only can she personally bounce will continue their quest for the third and final day tied for 13th in us. We just have to go out there back from yesterday, but so can Big 12 title when they tee off at overall. and focus on our own game and the team as a whole. 8:30 a.m. today. Baylor Photography NBA suspends veteran referee Call about our By Brian Mahoney on the Spurs star while he was season as an NBA referee. He Associated Press laughing on the bench. has officiated more than 2,000 “He looked at me and said, games during the regular season April speciAls! NEW YORK — Joey Craw- ‘Do you want to fight? Do you and 266 in the playoffs, includ- ford is done ejecting players want to fight?’” Duncan said. “If ing 38 in the NBA finals. and coaches this season. On he wants to fight, we can fight. But his temper has gotten Tuesday, he was the one getting I don’t have any problem with him noticed before, especially tossed. him, but we can do it if he wants in Game 2 of the 2003 Western Amenities: The veteran NBA referee was to. I have no reason why in the Conference finals, a matchup suspended indefinitely by com- middle of a game he would yell involving the same teams as in missioner David Stern for his at me, ‘Do you want to fight?’” Sunday’s game. Crawford called FULL APPLIANCE PACKAGE conduct toward Tim Duncan, Crawford was cited for “im- four technical fouls in the first who contends the official chal- proper conduct” and “inap- 10-plus minutes, leading to ejec- SALT WATER POOL lenged him to a fight during a propriate comments made to tions of then-Mavs coach Don A HISTORIC game in Dallas. Duncan during the game.” Stern Nelson and assistant Del Har- RESIDENTIAL Crawford has worked more said Crawford’s actions “failed ris. COMMUNITY COVERED AND GARAGE PARKING postseason games than any ac- to meet the standards of profes- Crawford also called a tech- tive ref. His suspension will last sionalism and game manage- nical in a recent game against at least through the NBA finals, ment we expect of NBA refer- Duncan, who said Sunday that GATED COMMUNITY and he will have to meet with ees.” Crawford has a “personal ven- L.L. SamS HiStoric LoftS Stern to discuss reinstatement. The NBA also fined Duncan detta against me.” “Especially in light of similar $25,000 for verbal abuse of an Duncan was called for his first WALKING DISTANCE TO BAYLOR prior acts by this official, a sig- official. Crawford said Duncan technical foul Sunday with 2:20 nificant suspension is warrant- referred to him with an exple- remaining in the third quarter is a unique historic residen- ed,” Stern said in a statement. tive. for arguing about an offensive “Although Joey is consistently Crawford was the first referee foul. Crawford hit him with the rated as one of our top referees, suspended since Rodney Mott second technical 1:16 later. he must be held accountable for was banned three games on With Duncan gone, the Mav- tial community. We offer 126 his actions on the floor.” Jan. 12 for an obscene gesture ericks rallied to beat the Spurs, Crawford ejected Duncan toward a fan and using inappro- ending San Antonio’s chance of from San Antonio’s loss after priate language in Portland. earning the No. 2 seed in the calling a second technical foul Joey Crawford is in his 31st Western Conference. units with 46 different floor

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By Amber Orand directing, including The Shield) Contributor never lets the movie meander. The trio of friends stalks the Perhaps it was because of my bad guy, sexual tension builds low expectations for Disturbia, between Kale and Ashley and but I was pleasantly surprised the goofy, girl-crazed Ronnie by the updated retelling of Rear serves as comic relief. Window, starring “it boy” Shia Caruso uses humor well, in- LaBeouf. serting it where needed to break tense moments or round out characters’ personalities. MOVIEREVIEW Disturbia has several laugh- out-loud funny scenes. Morse File photo While Disturbia is no cine- is appropriately sinister and the Progressive indie rock band Ethan Durelle prides itself on lyrics that are full of matic masterpiece, it is a tightly teenagers appropriately like- symbolism, hidden meaning and a Christian message. constructed and entertaining able. teen thriller with a leading ac- The film’s wobbliest point is tor whose star is deservedly on its treatment of Ashley. She is the rise. a shallowly written character, Concert to benefit The worst thing about Distur- with corny dialogue in forced, bia is definitely that silly title, pseudo-sultry situations. Some which, along with the words of her scenes are reminiscent of “updated retelling of Rear Win- an ’80s teen sex comedy unsuc- Invisible Children dow” seem designed to keep cessfully trying to pay homage grown-ups far away from any to Lolita. By Ashlie Young blessed with so much,” Eggers theater showing this movie. Disturbia is definitely geared Reporter said. “We have endless oppor- Modernizing one of Hitchcock’s McClatchy to the younger set: Characters’ tunities to give back — chances classics into a high-tech teen Shia LaBeouf and Sarah Roemer star in the new DreamWorks Pictures movie cell phone ringtones are used Ethan Durelle, Whitney to make a positive impact. Par- flick sounds like an absolutely Disturbia. The film opened in theaters Friday. It topped box office sales this for punches of drama or humor; Whyte, James Callihan and Aus- ticipating in Displace Me is a terrible idea, but the imagina- weekend, bringing in $22.2 million. the movie is chock-full of prod- tin Pitzer will perform at 8:30 chance to help our brothers tive update actually works quite uct placements of things like p.m. today at Common Grounds and sisters on the other side well. leaving his house, as in Rear town, Ashley (Sarah Roemer). sugary snacks, portable music to benefit Invisible Children, an of the globe. We are telling our Kale Brecht (LaBeouf) is Window; it’s an electronic moni- When Kale begins to suspect systems and video games; and organization dedicated to help- government we are concerned a happy, nice teenager with a toring bracelet. another neighbor, Mr. Taylor LaBeouf is best-known for his ing Ugandan citizens. about Uganda. They deserve to healthy home life, until his fa- After his mom (Carrie-Ann (David Morse), of kidnapping work in Disney offerings (Even Baylor grad student Jeff know they are cared for.” ther is killed in a horrific car ac- Moss) takes away his TV and and murder, Ashley and Ronnie Stevens, Holes, The Greatest Game Weathers, Ethan Durelle’s Kerrville senior Brice Crozier cident. After his father’s death, video game console, Kale has to act as Kale’s eyes and ears in the Ever Played). drummer, encouraged students travels around Texas in a van Kale becomes sullen and with- find creative ways to entertain outside world as he begins to do But LaBeouf’s talent and cha- to come to the concert, espe- promoting Invisible Children drawn. One aggressive outburst himself. a little electronic monitoring of risma, along with a healthy dose cially those who haven’t been and recruiting people for Dis- at school later, he’s been sen- Kale enlists the help of his his own. of suspense and just a little bit exposed to social issues like place Me. tenced to three months house buddy Ronnie (Aaron Yoo) in Despite the predictable plot, of gore, make Disturbia a fun, this tragedy. “People that want to be in- arrest. Therefore, it isn’t a bro- spying on the neighbors, includ- director D. J. Caruso (whose guilty pleasure. “Many people have been shel- volved don’t have to do anything ken leg keeping our hero from ing the scantily clad new girl in credits are mostly in television Grade: B+ tered and don’t see the horrible drastic,” Crozier said. “Locally things going on,” Weathers said. is the best way to get involved, “People talk about helping, but donating money and time. They when it comes down to really can help organize transporta- Concert band to play diverse repertoire doing something, many don’t. tion to Displace Me locations We can begin right here, right or raise money for schools in By Brian Bateman said. “It’s a harder repertoire After lulling the audience, anthems, “Ol’ Man River,” from now.” Uganda.” Reporter than most other universities.” the ensemble will switch gears, the 1927 musical Show Boat. Along with the concert, at- Crozier also said the best The repertoire includes a shifting to a medley of tunes Keron Jackson, a former tendees can bring clothing to way to make a difference right The Baylor Concert Band will song reminiscent of a slow-mov- from the popular Broadway Baylor student and a current paint to support Invisible Chil- now is to participate in Displace perform at 6:30 p.m. today in ing liquid, selections from a co- musical Wicked. A spoof of The understudy for the Dallas Op- dren and Displace Me. Me because the organization Jones Concert Hall in the Glen- medic musical and Irish tunes. Wizard of Oz based on a book by era Co., will perform the bari- Displace Me is a nationwide needs as many people as possi- nis McCrary Music Building. The 100-member ensemble Gregory Maguire, Wicked tells tone solo. event that will begin April 28. ble to show the government that With classes canceled Thurs- will begin with Henry Filmore’s the witch’s saga as a political “He’s received an offer to Participants sign up on the In- it wants something done about day for Diadeloso, the concert “Lassus Trombone,” a ragtime dissenter in the wizard’s cor- appear on a PBS series of great visible Children Web site to be Uganda. will be the first campus activity piece. Barry Kraus, associate rupt autocracy, McKenzie said. performances, McKenzie said, displaced in one of 15 cities in Tonight’s show is free and of the mid-week break, show- director of bands, will be the “It’s really quite clever,” he adding, “We’re excited to have a the United States, including open to everyone. Donations casing the organization’s work guest conductor. said. vocal soloist sing with the Con- Austin. are encouraged and will benefit for the majority of the spring. “One of the unique things is After the comical medley, the cert Band.” Kingwood sophomore Kaley Invisible Children and Displace “It’s the end goal for the its usage of trombone smears concert shifts to an Irish com- The concert will conclude Eggers is a student who plans to Me. whole semester,” Colin McKen- and glissandos,” Kraus said. “It’s position by Percy Grainger and with selections from Carmina participate. For more information, go to zie, assistant director of bands, representative of molasses.” then to one of the Deep South’s Burana. “We as Baylor students are www.invisiblechildren.com. 8 The Baylor Lariat News Wednesday, April 18, 2007

the beauty of economics — it Dr. Jonathan Tran, assistant Speaking from an education- United States as boy from WAGE from page 1 isn’t an entirely predictable sci- professor of Christian ethics, al perspective, Talbert said, the SHOT from page 1 South Korea in 1992 and was is in Guatemala, a country that’s ence or we’d all be happy and spoke about the role of Baylor entire family is affected by low crying, bawling.” raised in suburban Washing- known for corruption and pov- rich.” and Christendom in general as wages. Professor Carolyn Rude, ton, D.C., where his parents erty,” he said. “That’s a pretty Odegaard said while the final “seeing and showing others how “Poverty deeply impacts the chairwoman of the universi- worked at a dry cleaners, left sobering reality.” outcome cannot be projected to see.” Tran emphasized the success of students in our pub- ty’s English department, said a note in his dorm room that Offit said while we have had with perfect accuracy, previous issue of invisibility of service lic and private school systems,” Cho’s writing was so disturb- was found after the bloodbath. a great increase of wealth in our instances with contract-con- workers on campus. he said. Dr. Suzy Weems, pro- ing that he had been referred A government official, who country as a whole, equality has trolled employees — like Baylor “I’ve been here a year and fessor and chair in family and to the university’s counseling spoke of condition of anonym- decreased. — showed a “zero net effect on I still don’t know who cleans consumer sciences, spoke on service. ity because he had not been “When adjusted for inflation, poverty,” meaning that nothing Tidwell,” he said. “As Christians the health plight of poverty. “Sometimes, in creative authorized to discuss details minimum wage now is at its low- was lost or gained in terms of we need to train ourselves to see “Children who go to school writing, people reveal things of the case, said the note had est level since 1955,” he said. the level of poverty, and people the people that societal conven- hungry perform poorly,” she and you never know if it’s cre- been described to him as “anti- Offit said he believes that actually lost jobs. tions have rendered invisible,” said. ative or if they’re describing woman, anti-rich kid.” while increasing wages for ser- In other universities where he added. Dr. Dub Oliver, vice presi- things, if they’re imagining The Chicago Tribune report- vice workers is a matter of jus- a “living wage” has been estab- Dr. Tony Talbert, associate dent for student life, was sched- things or just how real it might ed on its Web site that the note tice, it also makes economic lished, such as Harvard, the em- dean and associate professor in uled to speak but was in New be,” Rude said. railed against “rich kids,” “de- sense. ployees were not paid by a private the School of Education, also Mexico for the funeral of Court “But we’re all alert to not ig- bauchery” and “deceitful char- “The Economic Policy Insti- contractor, but the university it- spoke on the panel. Franklin, a senior who died last nore things like this.” latans” on campus. tute in Washington, D.C., has self, Odegaard said. Staff in Din- “The adequate wage is actu- week. She said she did not know ABC, citing law enforce- done research that says raising ing Facilities, Housekeeping and ally inadequate,” he said. “And Dr. Marc Ellis, director of when he was referred for coun- ment sources, said that the wages would alleviate poverty Facility Services are technically even though the term ‘living the Center for Jewish Studies, seling, or what the outcome note, several pages long, ex- and not cause job loss,” he said. employees of Aramark and Cro- wage’ offends people, that’s re- was also on the panel but had a was. plains Cho’s actions and says, “Many say otherwise, but that’s thall, not Baylor. ally what we’re talking about.” scheduling conflict. Rude refused to release any “You caused me to do this.” of his writings or his grades, Citing unidentified sources, citing privacy laws. The coun- the Tribune also said Cho had “I have to see it to believe Diaz said Education Finance seling service refused to com- recently set a fire in a dorm LONDON from page 1 it.” LOANS from page 1 Partners is on the alternative ment. room and had stalked some of accepting younger trainees Hooda is a member of Baylor practices “may be fine and le- or private loan list. Diaz said Cho, who arrived in the women. because religion can be a huge Women’s League, the Waco gal,” said Lori Scott Fogleman, these loans are a “last resort” struggle for undergraduate and chapter of Amnesty Interna- director of media relations , if students still need money graduate students. tional and is a BIC student. but if there is ever a “perpetu- to supplement their Baylor tu- Hooda said her Muslim Dr. Andrew Christian Van ance of anything illegal, Baylor ition. Private loans in general friends were defensive at first Gorder, professor of world re- doesn’t want to be a part of it.” have higher interest rates and University Rentals and many of them felt they had ligions, described his interac- The loan group is one of 27 usually require a co-signer and 754-1436 • 1111 Speight • 752-5691 to act differently around her. tions with Hooda as delightful. on Baylor’s preferred lender credit check. Friends characterize Hooda “She was an energetic and list, eight of which are alterna- “It was a good program to ALL BILLS PAID! as a lifelong learner and coffee engaged student who contrib- tive or private loans and 19 of start with,” Diaz said, because connoisseur. uted so much to the class with which are government subsi- instead of investing in direct 1 BR FROM $430 • 2 BR FROM $710 Rozmin Ladha, a Euless se- her thoughtful comments and dized loans. The group is the marketing campaigns, it used nior, has known Hooda since questions,” he said. only lender on this list that some of its revenue to go back GREAT SELECTIONS! elementary school. Ladha said Van Gorder said Hooda of- shared revenue with Baylor. to students. FURNISHED she goes straight to Hooda ten stopped by after class to Students are not required to Diaz said the problem in the when she has questions about continue discussions that had select a lender from this list. investigations and controversy POOLS Ismaili-ism. begun in class. Education Finance Part- surrounding student loan pro- 24-HR MAINTENANCE Ladha said she loves talk- “She validated the opinions ners approached Baylor to be grams is dedicated and consci- ON SITE MGMT. ing to Hooda even though she of others, but was not afraid on the preferred lenders list, entious administrators “have LAUNDRY FACILITIES is at such a high spiritual level, to confidently state her own Diaz said. In order to do so, the been placed in a bad light.” WALK-IN CLOSETS because Hooda doesn’t lose the views about issues, even when company first had to complete “Those (financial aid ad- human element that makes her they were controversial,” Van Baylor’s Request for Proposal ministrators) are the people MON-FRI 9-6, SAT 10-4, SUN 2-4 approachable. Gorder said. survey and be reviewed by a that most passionately help our “She has blind faith, but it’s Hooda will go back to Lon- nine-member committee. students,” she said. not blind because she knows don this summer, after which After a three-month process In an e-mail statement to it’s the truth,” Ladha said. she will apply to be a mentor in which the loan group scored faculty and staff, President John Hooda can often be found for the next year’s participants. “very well, because of their Lilley said, “The financial aid immersed in a Harry Potter She said the program has given strong customer service,” Diaz professionals at Baylor main- book while sipping a drink her perspective on being Mus- said, the loan group was placed tain a consistently high level of from Starbucks. lim at Baylor, and said she wel- on the list. personal and professional in- As a middle child, Hooda comes the conservative balance Other factors included in the tegrity ... we are proud of all of said, she often felt misunder- because it keeps her question- survey were borrower benefits our financial aid staff and are stood, so she turned to writing ing her faith. and pricing, default aversion, committed to helping students as her cure-all. “I’ve never felt that I’ve had loan delivery flexibility, diver- from all financial backgrounds “I get enlightened through so much purpose in life,” Hoo- sification, value added prod- achieve their dream of gaining writing,” Hooda said. da said. ucts and life of loan servicing. a Baylor education.”

more Plaza Civic Center, where and said its contents were “non- University buildings were evacu- CLOSED from page 1 parents were allowed to pick up specific.” ated after a duffel bag was found their children. Amador said the university’s outside a bus shelter in the then you haven’t seen anything In Austin, authorities evacu- reaction was not influenced main part of the campus. NDSU yet.” ated buildings at St. Edward’s by Monday’s attack at Virginia spokesman Dave Wahlberg said In Rapid City, S.D., schools University after a threatening Tech. the shootings in Virginia rein- were locked down after receiv- note was found, a school official “No matter what day or when forced the need to “err on the ing reports of a man with a gun said. this would have happened, we side of safety.” in a parking lot at Central High. Police secured the campus will always take the necessary In Bloomfield Hills, Mich., No shots were fired and no perimeter and were searching precautions to protect our stu- police attributed a 30-min- injuries were reported, police the buildings, St. Edward’s Uni- dents, our faculty, our staff, the ute lock-down at the exclusive said. versity spokeswoman Mischelle entire university community,” Cranbrook Schools complex in The high school students Amador said. She declined to she said. response to jittery nerves fol- were taken to the nearby Rush- say where the note was found Seven North Dakota State lowing the Virginia slayings.

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