Volume 77, Issue 19 Smithfield, RI April 30, 2010 Day of Silence Commi+ee for Haiti relief reminds controversy community there is more to be done By Fira Zainal Staff Writer The National Day of Si- lence was started by the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Educa- tion Network (GLSEN) and is a day that many universities and schools around the coun- try celebrate. This year the event was held on Friday, April 16th and promoted by Bryant Pride at Bryant Uni- versity. “On this day, individ- uals take vows of silence to represent the closeted gay students who feel they must be silent about their sexual- ity,” says Bryant Pride Secre- tary Jenna Morris ’11. “I personally think that being silent does not help solve issues with prejudices and homophobia; however, I still think it is a very impor- tant day that all students should take some part in. That is why instead of taking From L-R: Bailey Richards ‘10, Christopher Brida ‘12, Nicole Archambault ‘10, Johnny Wells’10 are a few of the students vows of silence, Bryant Pride continuing to work on assiting Haiti after an earthquake ravaged the country on January 12, 2010. decided to hang up various facts about gay students. I By Toby Simon ment plan. The plan is sup- takes place, a7ention must be the people who are giving op- think it was a different way of ported by international paid to the infrastructures in portunities to those in need. being silent, because the facts Staff Columnist donors and it includes a way the countryside—schools, As Secretary of State Hillary speak for themselves.” Consider these facts about to coordinate donor allocated health care facilities, eco- Clinton said “Talent is univer- However, the posters and the January 12th earthquake resources. Although donors nomic opportunities--which sal, opportunity is not.” post-it notes with facts that in Haiti: pledged more than $5 billion are in need of serious a7en- Last week I heard Robert were put up by Bryant Pride - 300,000 people died over the next 18 months, there tion. Maguire speak about Haiti’s in the Rotunda did not stay - 5,000 new orphans was agreement that longer- A civil service corps should reconstruction. He is a former up for other students to be - One million people are term strategies to revitalize all be created as a crucial part of State Department official and aware of the event. They were homeless of Haiti must be part of this the recovery and develop- currently a professor at Trin- taken down on the early - 10,000 new amputees plan. This includes a7ention ment plan. The irony is that ity Washington University in morning of April 16th by the - Overall damage and loss is to long neglected rural areas. in Haiti’s constitution it is DC. He gave me a copy of Executive Assistant to the 7.9 billion dollars Other recommendations wri7en that “all citizens are to his testimony before the US President, Dr. Roger Ander- - 100,000 university students from the March 31st meeting render civil service to the Senate Commi7ee on Foreign son. Following the incident, with nowhere to study include: state.” Relations. Bryant Pride members and These figures are staggering Donor funding must sup- Expanded microcredit is As he stated: supporters were le6 searching and overwhelming. Unfath- port public institutions, rather needed for those Haitians “If there is a silver lining in for answers on why such an omable. than being channeled almost o6en excluded from access to the deep dark cloud of Haiti’s incident took place. As a community we came exclusively through NGOs business opportunities. recent catastrophe, it is that Dr. Roger Anderson, how- together at the end of January (nongovernmental organiza- A conditional cash transfer this offers all of us—Haitians, ever, denies that taking the to talk about the earthquake tions). program should be set up in ‘friends of Haiti’ and those posters down was meant as in Haiti and to figure out Political stability during which people receive cash for whose connection with Haiti an act of censorship. He ex- ways to help in the recovery. this recovery period relies on agreeing to send their kids to may simply be as a bureau- plains that the posters and We had many fund raising the ability of the Haitian gov- school and get healthcare. crat or investor—an opportu- post-it notes were taken down events and a well a7ended ernment to become a more Rebuilding (or rebalancing) nity to learn from mistakes because of the strict Bryant teach-in. That was 3 months visible and active partner in Haiti’s economy must pay at- made in the relatively recent University policy that forces ago and sadly there are still the delivery of services. tention to sustainable, grass past and take steps that will the campus to comply with dead bodies in the streets of Transparency, accountabil- roots efforts to give Haitians rebalance that country so that the Rhode Island Fire Code. Port-au-Prince, hundreds of ity, and rule of law must be the skills and means to partic- it will move forward unequiv- “The policy of the college thousands of people living in part of the government’s role. ipate in rebuilding their econ- ocally toward less poverty is that postings of flyers or tents, and rubble and debris The country needs to be omy. and inequity, diminished so- posters of any kind are not everywhere. de-centralized. At present, Many feel that a key to cial and economic exclusion, permi7ed outside largely be- There has been some 40% of Haiti’s entire popula- Haiti’s recovery is to get capi- greater human dignity, a reha- cause of the Fire Code. movement in the planning of tion lives in Port-au-Prince. tal into the hands of grass- bilitated environment, Posters on the inside of win- what happens next for Haiti. The city can’t handle that roots entrepreneurs, whether stronger public institutions, dows (behind glass) are per- On March 31st there was a number of people which in- they’re still in Port-au-Prince and a national infrastructure Donor’s Conference in New cludes the 40 slums sur- or are elsewhere in Haiti. of economic growth and in- See ‘Day of Silence’ York which called for a Hait- rounding it. Cash must be put in the vestment.” page 3 ian led recovery and develop- As this decentralization hands of the farmers and to Amen.

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A year in review from student leaders of ‘Bryant In Action for Haiti’ Nicole Archambault, ‘10 sult of this natural disaster, but raised over $600 to go towards the ease and maintaining health within through the dedication of Bryant Uni- Haiti relief effort. Our commi7ee, poverty stricken areas, Partners in What happened in Haiti on January versity as whole, we will continue to however, was merely the liaison be- Health plans to put all of the dona- 12, 2010 is truly horrific and devastat- do what we can to help in the restora- tween all other commi7ees, and we tions to immediate use. ing to a country that was already hurt- tion process. It is encouraging to would be remiss if we did not men- Students at Brown University have ing. In the face of this crisis, many know that $6,000.00 will impact the tion where the rest of the help came raised $25,000 for Haiti initiatives in members of the Bryant community lives of many in Haiti. from. the past five months. This feat was ac- moved to action. The “Bryant in AC- Another significant portion of our complished with numerous fundrais- TION for Haiti” commi7ee formed in Johnny Wells, ‘10 efforts came on the behalf of SASS and ing efforts throughout their campus. January and is comprised of four stu- the Young@Heart event, which raised Events included basketball tourna- dent leaders - Nicole Archambault, This semester, I had the privilege to over $1200. Throughout the semester, ments, yoga classes, a cappella con- Christopher Brida, Bailey Richards, have an integral role in the relief many organizations held events on certs, Greek life involvement, Haitian and Johnny Wells - with assistance group “Bryant in Action for Haiti”. behalf of Haiti, or adapted annual Flag Day, and a lunchtime benefit con- from Student Affairs directors Shon- Being a part of the relief group was a events so that the fundraising efforts cert. With all of their success and the tay King, John Lindsay, and Toby humbling experience because I was would go towards Haiti. Father Joe clear understanding that Haiti’s need Simon. This commi7ee has worked able to provide leadership in a cam- held a special collection, HEAL do- will not subside anytime soon, Brown throughout the semester to unite the pus wide collective effort to assist the nated the proceeds from condom students plan on continuing fundrais- efforts of Bryant University in con- victims of Haiti in their time of crisis. roses, the Townhouse RA’s sent out ing efforts well into the future. tributing aid to Haiti. Many students are aware of people in Valentine’s Day treats, the Vagina Boston University’s Boston Stands Bryant’s genuine interest to learn various situations like the devastation Monologues donated proceeds. The with Haiti organization has been ex- more, do more, and give selflessly to that happened in Haiti, but as an insti- Class of 2011, The French Club, ISO, tremely busy this past semester. Their Haiti relief efforts has been commend- tution of higher education, it should Sigma Chi, SPB, MSU, Senate and countless events included: an interac- able thus far. On Friday, February be everyone’s duty to remain actively even DPS all made monetary dona- tive Haitian museum, performances 19th, “Change for Haiti” resulted in engaged in the current issues happen- tions to the account. The goal we set by local musicians, a silent auction, over $900 raised within five hours of ing around the world in the effort stay forth was to unite the campus in a fashion show featuring traditional collecting spare change from generous socially conscious. concerted effort for Haiti, and we did Haitian pieces, Haitian dinners, and members of the community. On just that. The laundry list of organiza- even a Haitian cra6 party. Boston Uni- Wednesday, February 24th faculty, Christopher Brida, ‘12 tions that helped out is a testament to versity students are also collectively staff, and students came together for a the dedication and generosity of all donating to Partners in Heath. Teach-In in Janikies Theater. This pro- When we set out to help Haiti, we Bryant students. It would be impossi- As American university students gram, under the leadership of the De- all knew that the best way to accom- ble to announce a “biggest supporter” are uniting efforts to create successful partment of History and Social plish the greatest amount of assistance to the Haiti campaign because it is a fundraisers, Haitian university stu- Science, was an opportunity to learn was through monetary donation. This fact that there is no such thing as dents are wondering how to complete more about Haiti through history, ge- is no small task, as we all know how small change. Every contribution has their schooling. An article from the ography, and personal accounts. the story goes: college students are gone a long way in maximizing New York Times wri7en in February On Friday, March 26th, we spon- broke and just do not have the capac- Bryant’s collective efforts for Haiti re- states that “Haiti’s best universities are sored a Lock-In fundraiser event in ity to donate. If that truly is the case, lief. in wreckage, their campuses now jum- the MAC that brought together Bryant the Bryant in Action for Haiti bles of collapsed concrete, mangled students for hours of activities, enter- fundraising efforts are certainly the Bailey Richards, ‘10 desks and chairs, and buried course- tainment and refreshments. Over exception to the rule. Over the course work.” $600.00 was raised at the Lock-In. of the semester, collectively as a uni- A6er the earthquake spread Higher level education was rela- With the fundraising efforts of our versity, we have raised a grand total of tragedy across the already disadvan- tively uncommon before the quake. commi7ee, as well as many small, in- over $6000.00, a feat that is as aston- taged country, Bryant was not the only Now it has become next to impossible. dependent fundraisers organized by ishing as it is overwhelming. school to create aid initiatives. Tu6s, The impact of the quake on Haiti be- clubs and organizations, and generous So where did all this money come Brown, and Boston University all have comes far more devastating as the re- gi6s donated by various campus de- from? As an ad hoc organization, we current fundraising programs in alization occurs that the country’s partments, to date $6,000.00 has been planned two major fundraisers: place. future leaders no longer have ad- collected. Change for Haiti and the Lock-In for As a group of students from Tu6s vancement opportunities. A small We have heard of other Presidents Haiti. Change for Haiti was an idea University are preparing for a sum- number of Haitian students are plan- of universities in Rhode Island and that capitalized on the amount of mer trip to Haiti, on campus fundrais- ning to enroll in Dominican schools, elsewhere agreeing to match the total change people have in their cars, and ing is still going strong. Events such as and some are even a7empting to enter funds raised for Haiti relief, so we one brisk morning we braved the line comedy night, bake sales, a clothing American Universities. However, the have asked President Machtley to con- of traffic at the DPS Guard Station, drive, hockey night, and a benefit con- difficulty they faced entering college sider matching $6,000.00. yielding nearly $900. Our second cert are collectively donating funds to life in Haiti has been exacerbated as Certainly we are aware that the de- event was an all-night lock-in in the Partners in Health. This non-profit or- they struggle to relocate. struction in Haiti will not be resolved MAC to raise awareness and money ganization headquartered in Boston, overnight. It will take years to restore for our efforts in Haiti. Again, this was has been working in Haiti for decades. that which has been destroyed as a re- a huge success and our commi7ee Specifically focused on combating dis- april 30, 2010 page 3 Day of Silence Spring set by an individual on a up poster kiosks or stations bers of the administration Weekend Continued from page 1 poster that was le7 by the on campus.” have been very helpful. We mi8ed. Student groups have ATM machine in the Bryant Pride survey have been in contact with Dr. Schedule been notified by Student Af- Unistructure. The Fire De- reveals a"itudes Eakin who has been very ac- fairs of this policy but it has partment was called up and Recently, Bryant Pride had commodating and under- Friday not always been put in place. the Fire Code was reinforced conducted a survey regarding standing, but other members 2-4 p.m. 90’s Games, We want to be as accommo- more strictly therea7er.” the acceptance of the GLBT of the administration simply dating as possible for stu- In light of the policy and in community at Bryant. have not.” Bryant Center Patio dents who want to promote taking down the posters by The survey results were as- Blair Worthington ’12, who 5-7 p.m. Festive Meal, different events. Because of Bryant Pride, it was noticed tounding. Jenna Morris says, is another Pride E-board this, posters that student that not all posters by other “It is no secret that Bryant is member, said the event ran Salmonson groups post can be le7 up as organizations were taken not a very gay-friendly cam- smoothly even a7er the or- 9 p.m. Hypnotist Dale long as there are members down. For example, The pus and this was reflected in ganization found out their there overseeing it. Posters in Bryant Players posters adver- our findings”. “The results posters were taken down. K, Janikies the Rotunda have been di- tising the Guys and Dolls per- concluded that 67% of Bryant “Eventually we altered our 10:30 p.m. Big Bingo rected to be taken down as formance students have strategy to flyers and large soon as members of the group stayed up the heard the posters hung outside and we with Mr. Belding, Main leave, but that is not always entire week in ‘It is no secret that word "fag" were able to leave our stream- Gym done, and henceforth we are the Rotunda used in the ers up. Some individuals did in violation of the Fire Code. and many cam- Bryant is not a very past week, and ask us about the incident and 12 a.m. Late Night BBQ, Custodial staff has also been pus buildings. gay-friendly campus.’ 70 % of Bryant the day of silence as they saw Bryant Center Patio directed to pull down flyers In light of that, students admit us walking around with fly- as soon as they go up.” says Dr. Ander- to using the ers. Our message was heard Dr. Anderson. “That is essen- son says, “I word "fag" but not by as many people Saturday tially what the policy is.” can assure you with 100% cer- or the phrase "That's gay",” [due to the incident].” 12-4 p.m. Field events Explaining further, Dr An- tainty that there are no excep- says Morris. “The use of such In light of the event, Bryant derson continues, “Typically tions for any groups or words should not be tolerated Pride strongly advocates voic- and Spring Stock, there are three custodians anyone. Posters will be taken and it should not be an ac- ing out the truth and support- Salmonson Lawn during the day, and less at down. Some of the Guys and ceptable part of our vocabu- ing those who may not have night. So when any non-cus- Dolls posters that were not lary. As a community, we the ability to do so. The or- 5-6 p.m. Bryant’s Best todian staff walk by the build- taken down would just be an need to educate both our- ganization is one of the co- Pizza, South ing and see such posters, we oversight.” selves and one another about sponsors for the Walk for usually help to take them Acknowledging the prob- not only tolerance, but accept- Civility along with Bryant 7 p.m. Third Eye Blind, down to enforce the policy.” lems students and student or- ance of the GLBT community. Hillel, MSU, ISO and Alliance Main Gym “To tell you the truth,” says ganizations face in promoting We can easily start this by for Women’s Awareness Dr. Anderson, “I don’t even events on campus without vi- eliminating hateful words (AWA). 10 p.m. Pasta Pig Out read the contents of the olating the Fire Code, Dr. An- from our vocabulary. ” At press time, the event and Photo Magnets, posters or flyers. Along with derson spoke further on the When asked what they was to be held on campus on the post-its by Bryant Pride ma8er. “We have tried to ex- wish could have been done, Thursday, April 29th. Morris South that were taken down, there pand the number of ways that Morris says “Something the says, “Ahuge part of diversity were also other posters that I students can promote on- university could do that and the character of success is pulled down as well, as it was campus events. The student would make me more at ease acceptance. As a community, Sunday on the Rotunda glass win- entrance to the Unistructure is to make the campus aware we all need to work together 9 p.m. Outdoor Movie, dows. When asked by a few can be used to post big of what is going on. Some in- to achieve acceptance for the Bryant Center Lawn students why I had taken posters, monitors around the dividuals did not even re- many groups of the people down the posters by Bryant Unistructure and even the spond to the emails our who don't have it.” Pride, I again explained to computers in the computer advisor sent out when she them the university’s policy labs are some avenues that contacted them about what on posting posters. A few students can promote events. had happened. I do want to years ago, there was an inci- We are also in talks of se8ing make it clear that some mem- dent involving a fire that was

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In light of the for Beck, represents a lot more that, “these events are disrespect- grants is to “promote and support the recruitment swastikas and male genetalia than combating such acts of ha- ful and hurtful to others.” and advancement of diverse students in the account- being painted on a townhouse, tred. She continued to say that, As the end of the semester ing profession,” according to a PwC press release. the members of Bryant Hillel, “by staging this walk, it will show looms over our heads, Beck has At Bryant University, the $150,000 will extend the MSU, ISO and Bryant Pride, as the Bryant campus that we stand one goal in mind. “I want to grad- PricewaterhouseCoopers Accounting Careers Leader- well as faculty and staff gathered united and do not tolerate such uate from Bryant knowing that ship Institute (PwCACLI) by three years. The PwCA- at the outside of the Koffler Build- behavior”. diversity and cultural differences CLI is a week-long program hosted by Bryant to teach ing to start the hour-long walk to Many other students and are accepted and hurtful actions diverse high school juniors about the accounting pro- demonstrate campus unity. members of the Bryant commu- will not be tolerated. By partici- fession and its role in society. The students work with Jessica Beck, an organizer of nity stand behind Beck and be- pating in this walk, it is my way Bryant faculty, staff, and students and PwC profes- the event, walked to support lieve in the same message. The to say enough is enough.” sionals to learn about careers in accounting. 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Daily Media Log Summary: A report of a broken door. LARCENY APR 20 2010-Tuesday at 12:50 LARCENY APR 26 2010-Monday at 15:00 Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / LARCENY ($200-$500) APR 24 2010-Saturday at Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / MAC 16:00 MAC Summary: Report of a stolen wallet. Location: COMMUTER PARKING LOT Summary: Report of items stolen. Summary: Report of a the7 from a vehicle. EMT CALL Medical Services Rendered APR 20 LARCENY APR 26 2010-Monday at 16:30 2010-Tuesday at 19:05 Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / Location: UNISTRUCTURE VANDALISM APR 25 2010-Sunday at 02:41 MAC Summary: A report that a student in the dining hall Location: RESIDENCE HALL Summary: Report of a stolen wallet. had almost fainted. EMS was activated. Summary: A report of a broken mirror. ACCIDENT (MVA) Motor Vehicle Accident EMT CALL Medical Services Rendered APR 25 LARCENY APR 26 2010-Monday at 17:00 APR 21 2010-Wednesday at 18:18 2010-Sunday at 02:33 Location: UNISTRUCTURE Location: RESIDENCE HALL Location: RESIDENCE HALL Summary: Report of a the7 from a Classroom in the Summary: A report of a parked vehicle that was Summary: A report of an intoxicated male. EMS Unistructure scratched. was activated. BIAS INCIDENTS: LARCENY APR 21 2010-Wednesday at 20:15 VANDALISM APR 25 2010-Sunday at 03:00 Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / Location: TOWNHOUSE BIAS APR 23 2010-Friday at 1550 MAC Summary: A report of a broken window. Location: Residence Hall Summary: Report of a stolen wallet. Summary: A report of a person being verbally as- LARCENY APR 25 2010-Sunday at 14:36 saulted with racial remarks. LARCENY APR 21 2010-Wednesday at 21:00 Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / MAC To report a bias incident or hate crime, go to MAC Summary: A report of stolen items. www.bryant.edu/bias or call the Bias Incident Hot- Summary: Report of a stolen backpack. line at x6920 LARCENY APR 25 2010-Sunday at 21:59 Bias related incident – a threatened, a8empted, or LARCENY APR 22 2010-Thursday at 10:25 Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / completed action that is motivated by bigotry and Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / MAC bias regarding a person’s real or perceived race, reli- MAC Summary: Report of a stolen wallet. gion, natural origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, Summary: Report of a stolen bag. disability, or gender status. Examples of these inci- EMT CALL Medical Services Rendered APR 26 dents include name calling, offensive language/acts, ACCIDENT (MVA) Motor Vehicle Accident 2010-Monday at 10:30 and graffiti/behavior. APR 23 2010-Friday at 15:04 Location: UNISTRUCTURE Location: O & P PARKING LOTS Summary: A report of an unconscious person. EMS The DPS Crime Prevention Officers: Summary: A student hit a parked vehicle. No in- was activated. juries reported. “TIP OF THE WEEK” LARCENY APR 26 2010-Monday at 12:35 DISTURBANCE APR 24 2010-Saturday at 00:22 Location: CHASE ATHLETIC CENTER / GYM / Be sure to secure your belongings while working Location: TOWNHOUSE MAC out in the Gym. Summary: A report of a fight. Officers responded Summary: Report of a stolen backpack. and stated the suspects had dispersed prior to ar- Always keep your valuables secured. rival. BURGLARY (RESIDENCE) APR 26 2010-Mon- day at 14:25 VANDALISM (Residence) APR 24 2010-Satur- Location: RESIDENCE HALL

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You are could not be far from wrong. dealing with real people – the You need to develop and people that you interact with strengthen your relationships to build both of your busi- with both your retailers and nesses. It’s important to ap- customers. Here are three preciate and thank these proven ways that I have been people for le3ing you pursue able to do just that: your dreams. Send a thank- 1. Follow up with phone you card a2er ge3ing in to the calls or e-mails retailer and a greeting card You shouldn’t wait around during the holidays. You for your retailers to call you would be surprised to see back to see if they need any how few companies do this. It product. While it is an added might even lead to drumming benefit if they do call you, up some more business for calling them shows that Is your company bridging the gap between communication channels? (MCT Campus) you – o2en cards get posted in the back office and remind you’re on top of your game prefer to follow up by phone, the internet waves. they are willing to pay. They and you want to keep their the buyer of your company. but it depends on your prior 2. Ask for feedback know where to place your Michael Adams is a Senior business–a2er all, they could communication — was it by e- Your retailers know how product in the store, what fla- have a question about your Marketing Major at Bryant and mail? If it was, then I would their customers shop, their vors or varieties sell best, so if a serial entrepreneur who blogs new products, pricing, pro- shoot them a quick note over demands, and how much you take this feedback and motion, or shelf displays. I at ReheatedLe*overs.com. Still Government SIFE Credit Craze: Why you Motors: Don’t let GM should open a roth IRA now fool you By John-Paul Sullivan should have been much Contributing Writer By Michael Roberto clearer in their joyous pro- Faculty Columnist nouncements. As Ingrassia If you want to have a great writes, “Mr. Whitacre should retirement the time to start Over the past few days, have acknowledged that di- saving is now. A Roth IRA is a GM CEO Ed Whitacre has rectly. He would have en- retirement account that accu- made quite a splash with his hanced the company's mulates interest tax free. Un- pronouncements that GM has credibility compared with the like a 401k plan and a paid back the entire $6.7 bil- old GM, which seemed to de- traditional IRA, the contribu- lion loan it received from the clare victory every other week tions are not tax deductable, U.S. and Canadian govern- even in the face of disaster.” but withdrawals from a Roth ment. When I first saw his op- I think Ingrassia is correct, IRA are completely tax free. ed in the Wall Street Journal, and frankly, he's being kind in Another advantage to a Roth as well as the advertisements his assessment of GM's ac- IRA is that it can be invested in almost anything: bonds, stocks, mutual funds, and even real estate, mortgages, ‘The company should have been far franchises, partnerships, pri- more straightforward with the vate equity and tax liens. This allows the average investor to American public.’ truly diversify themselves under the Roth IRA umbrella. tions this week. The company The only disadvantages to GM placed in major papers, I should have been far more having a Roth IRA is that you was a bit puzzled. I knew that straightforward with the must pay taxes on your con- GM had taken much more American public. GM is still tributions up front and you than $6.7 billion in aid. How Government Motors until we can only withdraw from a (MCT Campus) could Whitacre be claiming see a public offering, or some Roth IRA for certain reasons. that GM had paid the govern- other transaction, which en- These reasons include a with- Well, if starting at the age of example if you open a Roth ment back, with only this $6.7 ables the taxpayers to extri- drawal of $10,000 for your 25 you contribute $3,000 a IRA at a small savings bank billion remi3ance? cate themselves fully from this first home, withdrawals to year for the next five years, you will be most likely lim- In last Friday’s Wall Street company. It has hardly paid cover educational expenses, assuming a 10 percent interest ited to investing in that bank’s Journal, Paul Ingrassia ex- the taxpayers back in full. and of course withdrawals at rate, and given that you no CDs, which historically gener- plains. As he points out, the Michael Roberto is a Trustee the retirement age of 59 and a longer add to the IRA, by 72 ate very low interest. overwhelming majority of Professor of Management at half. Another key point to your IRA would be worth However, if you open a federal assistance did not Bryant University. He has re- consider is that you can only about $1,280,000 – completely Roth IRA through an invest- come in the form of loans. In- cently authored, "Know What contribute up to 5,000 a year tax free. ment bank like Fidelity you stead, it came in the form of You Don't Know: How Great to one Roth IRA per tax year How do you go about will most likely be able to in- an equity investment. That Leaders Prevent Problems Before or $6,000 per tax year if you opening one? Most financial vest in a large variety of mu- equity stake equates to more They Happen." His blog can be are over the age of 50. In addi- institutions will be willing to tual funds and other than $50 billion of taxpayer found at www.michael- tion, the contributor must assist you in opening a Roth investment vehicles. The bot- dollars. roberto.blogspot.com. have a yearly income of IRA. However, you are lim- tom line is you should con- I think Whitacre and GM $100,000 or less. ited to that institution’s in- sider opening a Roth IRA. How fast can they grow? vestment products. For

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(MCT Campus) Want to help? Don’t The risks of pride By Brian Cox ing us, neither of these feel- possible; both parties think use miles. Contributing Writer ings are good ones. Once we they are right or one party is decide something needs to be so shameful they never come My business partner re- done we should be willing to forward. This presents an- minded me of the hazards of be relentless in the pursuit of other opportunity to over- being prideful. Many situa- progress. Relentlessness is a come pride and reignite your tions create the environment word that inspires while fill- once symbiotic relationship. to be prideful but the reality is ing us with purpose and Realizing your offence and many people do not intend to drive; it also doesn’t apply in correcting it with a genuine bruise your pride when they the next situation of pride. apology requires an evolved make decisions or forget a While the previous exam- mind, one that understands phone call. They don’t intend the feelings of others as well to create an enemy or cause as the terms of a successful you to over think the situation ‘Once we decide working relationship. you may be currently in. Find ways to overcome the We’ve made a pact to set something needs to hazards of a prideful life. Re- aside our pride and instead be done we should member there is a time and take the most effective path place for everything. In busi- (MCT Campus) possible. be willing to be ness and sometimes in life with profit, success and repu- By Dan Webb timates. This new data indi- Maybe we will have to be relentless in the cates that a larger number of the pest and continually call tation on the line, pride Contributing Writer miles than previously esti- instead of wait weeks for one pursuit of progress.’ should be the least of your worries. When you accrue miles, mated are expected to ex- answer. One of the biggest pire.” roadblocks to progress is the Brian Cox is a Senior Finance United (or any airline) records ple could be solved with some and Economics concentrator at it as a liability, since those United says that this pride involved in the return change represents “$64 mil- phone call. Whether the rea- persistence this roadblock is Bryant University. You can find miles represent a service the silent but requires one deli- his blog at company has yet to provide. lion of incremental passenger son for not calling back is for- getfulness or a decision not to, cate interaction. The apology absolutPurpose.com/blog and his we have to be able to set aside is one of the biggest instiga- new venture, Milliion Dollar our pride and call again. We tors of awkwardness as well Box Truck, at milliondollarbox- ‘When you accrue miles, feel like we’re being a pest, or as hindering team cohesive- truck.com we feel like they are neglect- ness. We are o,en so prideful United (or any airline) records that an apology is nearly im- it as a liability.’ Applications still available (The same thing happens revenue in the first quarter of when you pay for a ticket – 2010,” and we should see sim- that’s recorded as a liability ilar numbers for the rest of for 2010-2011! before you fly as well). Later the year. The carrier also says that liability makes its way to the move boosts March revenue. PRASM performance by two But, not all miles are used percentage points. Want to be a part of the before they expire. And natu- Of course, this revenue rally any carrier would like to would have been recognized get that liability off its balance eventually anyway, but campus newspaper? sheet and recognize that rev- United’s just doing it sooner. enue. The carriers use history And it’s just interesting that a to estimate how many miles small accounting change can will go unused. On Friday, provide a nice li-le chunk of Open Positions: United said that it has “ob- extra revenue. tained additional historical Dan Webb is a Sophomore at Asst. Campus News Editor data, previously unavailable, Bryant University. You can visit which has enabled the Com- his award-winning airline blog Variety Editor pany to refine its breakage es- at thingsinthesky.com. Copy Editor

Contact [email protected] for more information! page 8 april 30, 2010 Lacrosse gets first win over ranked oppponent, defeat No. 11 Yale of the season to beat a ranked Courtesy of team,” said Pressler, “and to do that on the road and guar- bryantbulldogs.com antee ourselves a winning season – that was an impor- Sophomore goalie Jameson tant goal for us – it gives us Love (Darien, Conn.) made positive momentum going four saves in the final period into the last three games.” and leading scorer Max The Black and Gold went Weisenberg (Long Beach, 2-for-2 on extra-man opportu- N.Y.) recorded his sixth hat nities in the contest, holding trick of the season to lead the the home team to just one Bryant University men’s goal in four man-up a7empts. lacrosse team to a 9-7 road Bryant forced a quartet of win over No. 11 Yale Saturday turnovers and Yale would night, marking the program’s have 13 in the game. first-ever victory over a na- “We won the special teams tionally ranked opponent. ba7le,” said Pressler. “You It didn’t take head coach look at what the defense did Mike Pressler long to see that today – this team [Yale] his Bulldogs (9-5) had re- scored 14 goals versus Brown sponded to a disappointing and 16 against Penn – and loss to unranked Holy Cross Jameson [Love] and the guys earlier in the week, as Bryant in front of him held them to came out strong and never Junior Evan Roberts gets by opponents in Bryant’s game. (BryantBulldogs) seven.” trailed in the affair, opening Love made eight saves in up an 8-3 advantage on the Ma7 Gibson responded for make it 5-3, a Crowley score said Pressler. “We don’t have the contest, half of them in the home Bulldogs (9-3) early in the Blue and White, re-knot- a6er a long feed from fresh- a pole or a freshman on our final period, to four from Fal- the third frame. ting the score just 26 seconds man JK Poirier (Coatesville, team who is playing with cone. Bryant went 15-for-17 “It was certainly one of our later. Pa.) would move the score to more confidence than Mason. on clear a7empts while Hen- biggest, if not the biggest win But Bryant would take the 6-3 and mark the final goal of He’s great on the ground, he’s nessey owned the faceoff X, of the 2010 season, and to do lead for good with just 16 the first half with 4:33 on the a great transition player – we winning 12-of-19 on the it on the road was even more ticks to go in the opening clock. couldn’t be happier with evening. rewarding,” said Pressler. stanza, as Weisenberg “It was critical for us to Mason’s play.” “Andrew is doing it all on “We called our guys out all recorded the first of back-to- maintain momentum out of Junior middie Ma7 Larson one leg,” said Pressler. “You week to answer the challenge back scores in unassisted hal6ime,” said Pressler, “and (Cheshire, Conn.) would give talk about a warrior – his per- physically, and every player, fashion, turning inside on his a key part of the game for us his side the largest lead of the formance has been miracu- to the man, played as hard as defender to get just enough was that we came out to get day 3:30 later, scoring the lous. He shows up on game he possibly could tonight.” space to let off a low shot that the next two to make it 8-3.” eventual game winner a6er day and does his thing. He Bryant got the a7ention of found net for a 3-2 edge. It was more strong play he picked up a loose ball in certainly won a bunch of the the home team and the home The sophomore would sink from Poli that earned Bryant the lane and took an immedi- ones we needed him to and he crowd just 13 seconds into low and release a rising shot the first score out of the break, ate shot to move the score to won them when we needed it Saturday’s contest, earning a just over a minute into the and despite the home side’s 8-3. the most.” 1-0 edge a6er Weisenberg second session to complete best efforts, the rookie would But from there, Yale would Weisenberg and Hennessey picked up the ground ball off his hat trick and give Bryant a not be thwarted. Four minutes make its move, scoring the led the team with four ground an opening faceoff win by An- two-goal lead, a tally that into the period, Poli forced a next two goals – the first with balls each, while junior cap- drew Hennessey (Wading would jump start a three-goal turnover in Bryant’s defensive eight seconds to play in the tain Anthony Iannello (Lake River, N.Y.) – one of 12 on the quarter and allow the visitors third, allowing teammate third and another with 11:18 Ronkonkoma, N.Y.) forced a night for the senior captain – to take a 6-3 advantage into Greg Lehane (Southlake, remaining in the game – clos- pair of Yale turnovers. and streaked down the le6 the hal6ime break. Texas) to pick up the loose ing the gap to just three. “We’ve been hurting in the side of the field to fire a wide- Standout rookie Mason ball and travel downfield, And while the home side last two games,” said Pressler. angle shot that eluded Yale Poli (Downingtown, Pa.) passing it off to Weisenberg. would outscore the visiting “We did not play well against goalie Johnathan Falcone. picked up a big ground ball With pressure on him, Bulldogs, 3-1, in the fourth Sacred Heart offensively, we Yale evened the score a6er making a key block off Weisenberg would find Poli in frame – Bryant’s only goal did not play well at all against nearly five minutes later, and the faceoff and carried it to stride as he ran in toward the came at the 9:09 mark off the Holy Cross offensively, and while it took much of the re- goal, passing the ball off to crease, and in one swi6 mo- stick of Larson – it wouldn’t we had to find a way to turn mainder of the first frame, sophomore a7acker Travis tion, the frosh recorded his be enough to keep 11th- that around. We made some junior Gary Crowley (Scitu- Harrington (Vestal, N.Y.) for second goal in as many games ranked Yale from taking its subtle changes in what we do, ate, Mass.) put his Bulldogs Bryant’s fi6h score of the to put the Bulldogs up, 7-3. third loss of the season, snap- and the first midfield showed back on top, 2-1, with a man- game just 18 seconds a6er “The rise of Mason Poli ping a five-game winning up today, they were terrific.” up tally with 2:26 le6 on the Weisenberg’s goal. And while from beginning of the season streak in the process. clock. Ma7 Fuchs would score to till now is just incredible,” “This was our last chance

A win bergerfor was suspended character for his Heritage), going against Jim radar was a story involving school for standing by what off-field conduct. This coming Furyk. Davis had never won the Brigham Young Univer- they believe in. The players By David Niles following an off-season where on tour and the difference be- sity’s women’s rugby team. were certainly disappointed, Staff Writer major players including for- tween first a second place was The team had made it to their but they did not complain. mer Pro-Bowler Antonio about $400,000. After taking a NCAA tournament’s equiva- They saw the unfortunate cir- Last week the Denver Rodgers-Cromartie and Super routine approach shot on the lent of the Sweet Sixteen, cumstance as just that: an un- Broncos caught football fans Bowl MVP Santonio Holmes playoff hole Davis called over where they were scheduled to fortunate circumstance. It by surprise by drafting Tim were traded for low-round an official. The gallery and play Wisconsin-Milwaukee; wasn’t the end of the world. Tebow in the first round. A draft picks because of their television analysts sat back, the matchup was scheduled After all, athletics are just a few months ago, the Florida lack of character. It seems as perplexed at what was going for Sunday. BYU is run by the game and there are more im- quarterback was seen as a late if teams are becoming more on. Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- portant things in life. 2nd or 3rd round pick but his and more convinced that Apparently, Davis’ club ter-day Saints, and accord- More important things, intangibles, character, and de- cleaning up their locker head ticked a reed on his ingly, does not compete on like character and staying true sire to win were said to have rooms will translate to on- backswing, a penalty. Al- Sundays. Even though the to what you believe. These are vaulted him over more pro- field success. though no officials saw the team had raised $10,000 dol- things often pushed to the pe- ready signal callers, such as As King of the Sports seemingly meaningless trans- lars to travel to the site of the riphery in the sports world, Jimmy Clausen and Colt World, the NFL has domi- gression, Davis felt it was the game, had spent hours upon but thanks to people like McCoy. nated the headlines. Lost in honorable thing to do to call hours on the practice field, Brian Davis and the BYU Teams were won over by the shuffle, however, are two his own penalty. In doing so, and was wrapping up a fan- women’s rugby team, we are Tebow in the interview room. more stories demonstrating he all but assured he would tastic season, they didn’t even reminded that some in the They looked past his long de- that character has not been to- lose the hole, depriving him- second-guess the decision to sports world still embody livery and lack of experience tally abandoned by society. self of his first tour victory not play. these concepts. in a pro-style offense. This A week and a half ago, and an additional $400,000 in Regardless of your reli- coming a week after Steelers Brian Davis was in a playoff prize money. gious affiliation, you have to quarterback Ben Roethlis- in a PGA event (the Verizon Even further under the hand it to the team and the april 30, 2010 page 9

Top 10... By Jackie Ammirato Assistant Sports Editor ...highest paid American athletes 10. Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts

In 2009, Manning earned $27 million composed of only $14.5 million of that was for salary and earnings. The NFL’s highest paid endorser brought in $13 million in endorse- ments during the year. Through his PayBack Foundation, Manning distributed $500,000 to charities in Indianapolis and his hometown of New Orleans. 9. Derek Jeter, New York Yankees Jeter’s contract paid him $20 million in 2009. He also brought in $8.5 million in endorsements for a total of $28.5 million. Jeter gives back to the community through his Turn 2 Foundation, opening up a 24 hour gym for underprivi- leged kids. 8. Allen Iverson, Detroit Pistons

In 2009, Iverson brought in $28,937,500 composed of $21,937,500 in salary and earnings and $7 million in en- dorsements. However, that was the final year of the six year deal Iverson signed with the 76ers in 2003 and he is no doubt experiencing a pay cut in 2010. (MCT Campus) Florida Quarterback, Tim Tebow was selected 25th in the NFL Draft 7. Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers Down slightly from 2008, Bryant brought in $31,262,500 in 2009. His salary totaled $21,262,500 with the remaining $10 Top moments of the 2010 million coming from endorsements. After being named the MVP of the 2009 NBA Finals, Bryant’s salary is up to $23 million this year. NFL Draft; Tebow goes 25th 6. Kevin Garnett, Boston Celtics

In 2009, Garnett earned the highest salary on the Celtics to Broncos at $24,750,000. Like Bryant, Garnett brought in $10 million in By Timothy Peabody It wasn’t a surprise when Suh is a disruptive pass- endorsements. Staff Writer the Rams selected Sam Brad- rusher, with incredible upper ford as the number one over- body strength and superior 5. Shaquille O’Neal, Cleveland Cavaliers There was plenty of hype all pick in the draft. The Rams quickness. NFL quarterbacks surrounding the 2010 NFL had a gaping hole in the quar- need to keep their eye on him As part of the five year, $100 million deal he signed with draft, and for the first time in terback position with veteran because he should be making the Heat, O’Neal’s salary totaled $20 million last season. One draft history it was broad- Mark Bulger gone; Bradford an immediate impact on the of the highest paid endorsers in the NBA, O’Neal earned $15 casted in prime time and should be able to fill this posi- Detroit defensive line. million in endorsements bringing his 2009 total to $35 mil- spread over three days. No- tion well. Bradford was by far The Dallas Cowboys did lion. table players drafted in the the most NFL ready quarter- not want to let Dez Bryant first round were Tim Tebow back in the draft with supe- play his home games any- 4. Alex Rodriguez, New York Yankees (Florida QB), Sam rior accuracy and an where else besides the new Bradford(Oklahoma QB), outstanding mental capacity. Cowboys Stadium, which Who could forget the 10 year, $250 million deal Ro- Ndamukong Suh ( Nebraska The only downside is that holds 80,000 fans and is the driguez signed with the Texas Rangers. He received $33 mil- DT), and Dez Bryant (Okla- Bradford has just completed largest domed stadium in the lion of the contract in 2009. But he earned himself only $6 homa State WR). his second surgery on his world. The Cowboys traded million in endorsements bringing his total to $39 million. By far the biggest surprise throwing shoulder that ended their first round pick (27) and of the draft was the Broncos his college career at Okla- third round pick (90) to the 3. LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers trading up to select Tim homa. His doctors believe New England Patriots for Tebow as the 25th overall that they have completely their first round pick (24) and James’ contract earned him $14,410,581 in 2009. The King player taken in Thursday fixed the shoulder and that it a fourth round pick (119) in brought in an additional $28 million in endorsements, bring- night’s first round action. A should not be an issue for his this year’s draft. ing his total to $42,410,581. lot of NFL scouts questioned professional career. If the Bryant goes to the Cow- if Tebow had the skill set to be Rams can provide adequate boys as the most talented 2. Phil Mickelson, PGA Tour an NFL quarterback, and protection from the offensive wide receiver in the 2010 draft most scouts predicted he line and supply Bradford class. Bryant is blessed with Mickelson’s play on the golf course brought him would not be taken until the with other offensive weapons exceptional speed and supe- $6,350,356 in winnings in 2009. His notoriety however, second round. the Rams should be back on rior catching ability that make helped earn him $46,600,000 in endorsements, thanks to Also, the Broncos already the winning track. the long ball a threat each and deals with Barclays, Callaway, Exxon, KPMG, and Rolex. have two quarterbacks on After Bradford, every play. The reason that their roster, Kyle Orton and Ndamukong Suh was taken in Bryant did not go higher in 1. Tiger Woods, PGA Tour Brady Quinn. This leads me the second spot by the Detroit the draft is because of his off to believe the Broncos will use Lions. Unlike previous drafts the field issues. His maturity Woods was out much of the year recovering from a knee Tebow as a specialty player. where the Lions, were fo- level is questionable at best injury. The rehabilitation caused him to miss golf tourna- He will most likely be on the cused on the offensive play- after being suspended for ments and personal appearances. Yet, Woods still managed field in some special forma- ers, this year the organization most of his senior season at to be the top earning American athlete, by a long shot. tion such as the recently pop- used its pick to strengthen its Oklahoma State for not fully Woods earned a whopping $99,737,626 in 2009. $7,737,626 of ular Wildcat offense. At defense which last season fin- disclosing his interactions that actually came from his accomplishments on the golf Florida, Tebow ran for 57 ished last in points allowed with a former NFL player. If course. The remaining $92 million came from companies touchdowns in his four year per game and total yards al- Dez Bryant can put aside his such as AT&T and Nike. Who knows where Woods will fall college career and his coach, lowed a game. The only place off the field issues and grow on this list next year? Urban Meyer, had an option to go is up for the Lions and up, he should make an imme- style offense, making Tebow a Suh should have a significant diate impact during his rookie perfect fit for the Wildcat for- impact at changing the Lion’s season in Dallas. mation. defense. Have an idea for For more sports a sports top 10? highlights go to Email [email protected] www.bryantbulldogs.com april 30, 2010 page 10

Courtesy of bryantbulldogs.com april 30, 2010 page 11 Were you able to make it? Swimming in all of the events; however I This sounds so cliché, but have noticed something during college, we are sup- that I would like to address: posed to “find ourselves”. By Cesspools there is simply not enough a:ending numerous speakers Recently it has come to my a:endance. and performers I have learned a:ention that the world is This includes all events a lot about myself and how I even more of a cesspool then I that organizations put on, view the world. You should had presumed. In the Pacific the seminars offered by the jump at this same opportu- Ocean lies a heap of plastic, career center, speakers nity. It’s even more satisfying two times larger than Texas; it brought on campus, etc. when what you’re learning in is called the Eastern Pacific These events are held to en- the classroom is connected to Garbage Patch. This heap is By Michael Adams rich your college experience, what the speaker is talking accumulating and it is plausi- give you a chance to a:end about—it becomes easier for ble that it may someday grow Assistant Editor-in-Chief presentations that you might you to digest the information larger than the Louisiana Pur- not be able to see if you were when you know a li:le bit By Michael Cohen chase. Approximately 10 per- This begins my two-part off campus, and expose you about the topic. Staff Writer cent of 260 million tons of series as I depart the campus to different perspectives. What this basically comes plastic annually enters the to go on to bigger and be:er Sure, you could say that down to is that your college world’s oceans. The majority of plastic begins on land and en- things. A9er four years at you’re too busy or the panel career is about choices. You ters oceans from drains, gu:ers, and rivers. The magnitude of Bryant, a few absolutely hilar- doesn’t interest you, but, I have the choice to go out on this problem is astounding because the implications of a plastic ious nights with friends, would argue that you should Thursday night (or Tuesday ocean extend across the food chain. The Salmo codfish you ate ridiculous Catch Phrase go anyway. I went to the night for that ma:er), the the other day probably has miniscule plastic particles in- rounds, dozens of Ronzio’s panel on healthcare a few choice to explore the area be- grained in it that are invisible to the human eye. pizzas, and my fair share of weeks ago sponsored by the yond Smithfield, RI, the According to Susan Casey in Conservation Magazine,“More interesting classes, I have College of Arts & Sciences. choice to a:end speakers, and than a million seabirds, 100,000 marine mammals, and count- come to the conclusion that Most students would look at the choice to be culturally less fish die in the North Pacific each year, either from mistak- what I have most enjoyed are that event as more class time aware of other’s views and the events offered on campus, that they don’t want to be a beliefs. and it seems that far fewer part of, but it was fascinating. I cannot make you make students seem to be a:ending Every professor did a great what I believe is the right “In the Pacific Ocean lies a heap of plastic, these events. job, and it gave them an op- choice, but I can try to influ- two times larger than Texas, it is called the When I was a freshman, I portunity to connect with stu- ence you to a:end more would go to literally every dents, and students a chance events on campus. There is a Eastern Pacific Garbage Patch. This heap is late-night event that campus to hear different perspectives reason organizations plan accumulating and it is plausible that it may organizations put on—there on the impact of the health- these events—they want stu- someday grow larger than the were a lot of events. As I pro- care legislation on our lives as dents to a:end and leave gressed through my years college students and young thinking that they retained in- Louisiana Purchase.” here, my event a:endance professionals. formation and got something dropped, but it got signifi- Going to these events en- of value from the presenta- cantly more meaningful. Part ables you to have a conversa- tion. With that being said, I enly eating this junk or from being ensnared in it and drown- of this has to do with my in- tion with anyone—bring up hope that you make a con- ing.” Many marine species mistake plastic for an appetizing volvement as the student co- important points the speaker scious effort to hear other meal; they soon find out the hard way and die. As you may chair of the Students Arts & or performer made, engage in views on current ma:ers, at- well know, plastics are not biodegradable, thus they do not Speakers Series (SASS). more diverse thinking, and tend all kinds of speakers break down. However, these plastics do separate into tiny par- I have go:en to be exposed question what you thought during the rest of your time at ticles that float around the ocean. Scientists believe that it will to all kinds of views on you knew. Many speakers Bryant, and encourage your take several centuries for these plastic particles to return to car- lifestyle, culture, equality, art, brought to campus are meant friends to do the same. bon and hydrogen. The plastic from the Poland Spring 24 pack music, singing, and history. I to have a direct impact on stu- of water bo:les you just finished will be around longer than am fortunate to have gone to dents. you live, your children live, your grandchildren live, and so on. Plastics contain hazardous chemical additives that have been linked to prostate cancer, breast cancer, and perhaps to the increase in diabetes and obesity. Plastics can also impair the reproductive system and development of newborns .These Bad news for flip-flop fanatics chemicals are added to plastics of food products, computers, As college its own. Two reporters, both clad in new flip- and cosmetics. Therefore, we unknowingly absorb, eat, and students, we flops, walked around high-traffic areas of New drink these chemicals every day. While you may believe that can all a:est to York, such as the subway and Coney Island. increased recycling can solve many of the issues posed by plas- the fact that One wearer even ventured into the public tics, this is unfortunately not the case. Many plastics continue flip-flops are bathrooms of the Coney Island subway sta- to enter landfills or are reused in ways that still require a new the shoe of tion. Sure enough, in accordance with the first layer of plastic coating. choice once study, over 18,100 bacteria were found on one This brings me to my final conclusion of the semester. A that first mild, pair of flip-flops. However, the bathroom common theme of my Archway canon has centered on ad- spring day user’s flip-flops harbored over 13,900 more dressing problems. Some are not as important as others, such rolls around, bacteria! as the “like pathology” and overpriced books. Certainly I up until Octo- Even worse, one of the bacteria found on hoped you would regard them as important issues, because I By Ariana Ricci ber (or maybe the shoes was none other than Staphylococcus wanted you to share my grief, but these problems are obvi- Staff Writer year-round for aureus. According to Dr. Philip M. Tierno Jr., ously not that relevant from a global perspective. Nevertheless, a few brave director of clinical microbiology and immunol- one of the essential criteria for solving a problem is addressing souls!) With ogy at New York University’s Langone Med- that a problem exists in the first place. I have tirelessly at- summer right around the corner, there will be ical Center, this germ can cause a serious tempted to document the existence of problems, such as no shortage of flip-flops around campus. I infection characterized by boils on the skin or oceanic cesspools and have learned along the way that these think many of us, myself included, would can secrete toxins into your body, which have problems are far more ubiquitous then I had imagined. agree that flips-flops are a:ractive to us in the potential to kill you, especially if un- A college atmosphere where ideas are constantly swirling is many ways. They’re extremely convenient treated. This type of bacteria can be especially o9en where grassroots movements begin. As college students, when we’re in a rush and only have time to dangerous if allowed into your bloodstream we have the power to catalyze thought and forge solutions to slip on a shoe and go. Of course, they also by way of an open cut on your foot, or if you complex problems that plague our world. All it takes is the offer relief from the warm weather. handle your flip-flops o9en. recognition of a problem and the adjustment of behavior to Flip-flops come in countless styles and col- Aside from the germ factor, long-term flip- have an impact. All ideas start off with only a small nucleus of ors now, making them a fashion accessory for flop usage has also been shown to cause aches support before having a global impact; individuals can truly many women. Ironically, we o9en overlook and pains throughout the body. This is due to make a difference. Therefore, my a:empt in writing these arti- their original purpose – a simple shoe to wear the way we adjust our feet when walking in cles was to acknowledge some problems among many that I around the pool or beach. Unfortunately, the flip-flops, as well as the lack of shock absorp- felt people should recognize. I hope I stirred some thought and increased usage of the flip-flop as an everyday tion they offer. touched upon areas you were not aware of. Have a great sum- shoe can be detrimental to our overall health. Despite these discouraging findings, ex- mer; cut down on the plastic unless you want to be swimming A disturbing fact about flip-flops is the perts are not advising everyone to abandon in a cesspool. sheer number of germs that can be found all the beloved flip-flop. Instead, they recommend over them. Now this may be true of other that they be worn in moderation, or for their shoes as well, but flip-flops were recently in- intended purpose—around the pool or beach. vestigated because they specifically expose the Also, they advise us not to handle our flip foot to these germs. The Today Show con- flops o9en, or to wash our hands a9er doing ducted an experiment last August with the as- so. Additionally, flip flops should be taken off sistance of the University of Miami. They once inside, so as not to spread the bacteria. The Opinion pages of The Archway tested a few pairs of flip-flops and found over Once they are worn and dirty, it is wise to sim- feature the opinions of the identified 18,000 bacteria on a single pair! Even worse, ply throw them out and buy a new pair. the bacteria came from many disgusting Although I personally am a fan of flip-flops, columnists and writers, which are not sources, including, but not limited to, spit, I know I’ll definitely keep the ick-factor in skin, and fecal ma:er. Gross, right? mind this summer. necessarily th ose of the newspaper or But it doesn’t end there. The New York Daily News also conducted an experiment of Bryant University. page 12 april 30, 2010 Ba0le of the sexes Profit & Loss DEAR KD, Formerly Observations. Equally as Funny. I don’t know what to do. It seems that every other day my signifi- Compiled by Bryant Students cant other and I are fighting. We fight about big things and small Be Good, But Have Fun! It’s Spring Weekend! This is usually one of things. I feel like we are always at each other’s throats. Fighting the best weekends on campus. However, that much can’t be healthy right? What can we do? How can I stop the Archway does not want to get many all of the madness? Losses regarding student behavior over the weekend. That being said, try to behave as much as possible, but at the same time, Duke it out enjoy it! Fighting is a 3. Fight in private; no one else wants to hear very touchy about your drama, and it’s not fair of you to Condoms! If You Use “It,” Use Them subject. Obvi- put other people in that situation. A fight can Again, it’s Spring Weekend and people ously people be very intimate and very awkward and you assume that a don’t want everyone knowing your business. want to have fun. Just have a friendly re- lot of fighting 4. Use “I” statements; don’t a:ack the other minder that there are condoms outside of means an un- person. Try to explain how YOU’RE feeling the Women’s Center on the third floor of the healthy rela- and how a particular situation makes you feel, Bryant Center. If you think you are going to tionship, and rather than blaming your partner for doing partake in any extra-curricular activities sometimes something. It’s best to let them know how their this weekend, please remember to have that is the case. actions are affecting you without you telling some protection. By Kaleigh Durkin Other times, as them that they’re wrong. I’ve learned 5. Don’t bring up the past; fight in the PR Manager about in a few “now”. Address the situation at hand and of my Commu- don’t bring up things that are irrelevant to the Where Are The Tables? nication classes, fighting is a way of expressing fight or that you’ve already addressed or han- It has been relatively nice the past week or yourself passionately and contrary to popular dled. two and is supposed to be even nicer in the belief, fighting does NOT mean an unhealthy 6. Don’t use personal statements. Never at- weeks to come. Why are the tables that go or bad relationship. tack your partner’s personality or self. Address in front of the library not out yet? Now I’m not saying go out and spark up a the ISSUE and stick to the issue; no one wants fight with your significant other when passion to hear that they’re a bad person or bad lis- is lacking, but don’t feel hopeless; there ARE a tener etc. few things you can do! Now I’m not a psychol- 7. Take your share of responsibility. If your ogist or specialist of any kind, but speaking partner says something, do not put your de- Onion Fries from personal experience and having been in a fense up, and make sure it’s a fair fight and All of the french fries at south now have a few relationships in which the Green Monster that you’re both accepting responsibility for peculiar hint of onion ring taste in every Jealousy was o9en present and fighting was a your actions. bite. If we wanted onion rings we would frequent occurrence, I have learned a few 8. If you can’t reach an agreement, THAT’S order onion rings. Could different oils be things about fighting, and I feel like this would OK. We’re different people. Just because used for the different products? be a good time to pass along my knowledge. you’re in love and sometimes even have fami- Here are a few of Kaleigh Durkin’s tips for ef- lies, does not mean you have the exact same fective fighting. ideas and opinions. If you can’t reach an agree- 1. Be clear about the issue you’re fighting ment, and can’t seem to compromise, then AC- about; make sure you’re both on the same KNOWLEDGE that. Make sure you respect E-mail Profits and Losses to [email protected]. page and you both know exactly what the one another’s opinions and points of view, and issue is; there’s nothing worse than someone rememenber that you do love your partner, for le9 in the dark and being a:acked be:er or for worse. 2. Fight when you both have time; it’s not I hope these li:le tips will help you the next fair for one person to have the disadvantage of time you’re at each other’s throats. Fighting is leaving the fight for a prior commitment or to not the be-all-end-all of a relationship, but Bryant Said What!? have to miss something to finish the fight. there are healthy ways of doing so. Life is Compiled by Bryant Students Don’t start a fight unless you have time to fin- short, don’t fight, but if you’re going to, do it "She killed a tiger!" ish it. WELL! “Alright. I have been here for 45 minutes and I have not done anything.” “Why am I eating this? I have no justification for Go the full 12 rounds pu:ing this in my mouth!” say if you truly believe you the other person is going to Professor:“How many of you are seniors? This is are right, stand your ground say. Bring up situations from and stay in it for the long the past. If you have a wit- fi9h grade math! haul. Even if it is as small a ness, call them to the stand. Student: “How many of us have senioritis?” subject ma:er as we covered Any resource possible must last week like someone post- be used in order to win. E-mail funny quotes to [email protected]. ing their love on Facebook People also o9en wonder if and the other not responding, fighting is healthy. Of course do not give in. Make the other it is healthy. (Note: We are person realize they are wrong talking about argument fight- and hold out for that apology. ing because when it starts to By David Nelligan Especially as guys you never get physical then there is a Staff Writer know when you are going to much bigger problem at Staff Contact Information win another fight so relish in hand.) However, studies have If you need to contact The Arch- This week we are covering the fact that you finally won actually found that fighting way or any staff member, please the topic of fighting, some- one. makes your relationship Jessica Komoroski feel free to use the contact infor- thing every single couple Another issue is proper stronger. Editor-In-Chief mation listed below. throughout time has, and will ways to fight. There are the If you are not fighting that Assistant Editor: Michael Adams The Archway continue to endure during yelling matches, the silent means you are holding your Business Manager: Stephen Doyle Bryant University, Box 7 Advertising Manager:Alyssa Tyson 1150 Douglas Pike their relationship. History treatment, making the other feelings back, do not care Photo Editor: Amanda Dunn, Ashley McNamara Smithfield, RI 02917 also shows that as men, we person jealous, and of course about the relationship any- Campus News Editor: Jenna Morris Assistant Campus News Editor: Zachary McMahan Location: Bryant Center, 3rd floor usually do not fare well dur- the holding out of things from more, or are just plan crazy. Opinion Editor: Andrew Green ing these ba:les. Not for lack other person. But what is the So the next time you are in a Variety Editor: Brigit Clancy Phone: (401) 232-6028 of effort or that we are wrong, most effective way to argue? fight with your significant Sports Editor: Eric MacCarthy Assistant Sports Editor: Jacquelyn Ammirato (401) 232-6488 but mainly unfair play by the Every couple has their tech- other and the issue is impor- Business Editor: Brandon Dobro Fax: (401) 232-6710 opponent. nique and own way of trying tant to you, make the other Copy Editor: Alissa Foley, Emily Murphy The first area to cover to win an argument, but over- person realize it, otherwise Interim Web Editor:Michael Adams E-mail: [email protected] about the subject is how long all I think what it comes you will be heading down the Public Relations Manager: Kaleigh Durkin Advertising Email: Assistant Public Relations Manager: Allison Salzberg [email protected] to carry on for during the down to is being prepared. wrong path. Advisor: Meagan Sage www.bryantarchway.com fight. This of course depends Just like a debate, know the Technical Advisor: Larry Sasso on the topic of the fight, but I arguments. Anticipate what The Archway is printed by Mass- web. Guidelines for Comment… We welcome your comments and submissions on editorials, articles, or topics of importance to you. Only letters including author's name, and phone number will be considered for publication (phone numbers will not be printed, they are for verification purposes only). Letters to the Editor of 300 words or fewer will have the best chance of being published. Also, except in extraor- Do you have a question about relationships, sex, or dinary circumstances, we will not print submissions exceeding 500 words. All submissions are printed at the dis- cretion of the newspaper staff. The Archway staff reserves the right to edit for length, accuracy, clarity, and libelous dating in general? We want to hear from you! Send The material. Letters and submissions must be submitted electronically. 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Those who violate the single copy rule may be subject to disciplinary action. april 30, 2010 page 13 Opinion Editor’s note We here at the Archway are obvious advo- a negative view of the entirety of the work that Greek Life does on this campus cates of freedom of speech, especially for any and off. That was not the intention behind the observation. The observation member of campus who uses the Opinion Sec- was pointing out a single instance that was identifying a slogan that could be tion to discuss relevant issues on this campus. construed as beli:ling and singling out others on a campus where community The Opinion Section has always been a pun- and closeness is highly regarded. ishment free medium for individuals on this More importantly, while it is obvious that the Archway is the vehicle through campus to voice complaints about something which the Profit and Loss section runs, it is clearly stated that the views and they feel is contrary to the spirit of inclusivity opinions expressed are not those of the Archway. The Archway presents these and community that this campus creates. This not as their own views, but as the views of members of our campus body who was the case for a Profit and Loss that was sub- have voiced concern or elation regarding an event or action on campus. mi:ed to the Archway by a member of this stu- The Profit and Loss section – along with the Bryant Said What section – are By Drew Green dent body. compiled by individual students at this campus who see – or hear – things There seems to have been some misinterpre- worth noting. The Archway realizes the importance of having freedom of opin- Opinion Editor tations of a Loss that ran in last week’s issue that ion for student voices on this campus – even if they are anonymous. We main- was titled “Greek Fail.” We have received many tain anonymity for these sections because of a desire to increase participation complaints about this observation of Greek Life’s Greek Week T-Shirts and their by those who may otherwise not want their name tied to a negative statement slogan. To help dispel any misreading of this Loss that may have occurred, the about this campus or an organization. Archway would like to raise some awareness on the issue. It is true that the Profit and Loss section hardly ever has a Loss regarding a The following was the Loss from last week: student activity or action on this campus, but that should speak to the general “Two thumbs down to Greek Life’s ‘Greek Week’ t-shirts. With the slogan “If nature of our campus and the citizens of Bryant. However, if a student does no- you didn’t get dra9ed you got sha9ed” on the back, we’re not seeing much tice such an action and identifies it to the Archway we will run that observation character in our fraternities and sororities. We’re sure those students you didn’t to enlighten the rest of campus on a particular viewpoint. recruit feel even BETTER about themselves now.” It appears a criticism of Greek Life was taken out of context and portrayed as Letters to the Editor To the Editor, events and announced awards for athletes. Last but This past weekend, in addition to every Greek The Greek Leadership Council was extremely not least, Sunday morning we went out as a com- event we all participated in, Delta Zeta also held disappointed to hear how insulted an opinion munity with every single chapter participating in their Gizmo Walk with their alumni. Throughout writer was by the Greek Week shirts that have been the Townhouse Cleanup, despite the early wakeup this year, DZ has 100% involvement participation worn around campus this past week. However, de- call and less than ideal weather. and has 17 members on OTHER organization execu- spite their unaccepted message, they did success- Aside from Greek Week our organization con- tive councils on campus. Sigma Sigma Sigma spon- fully gain your author’s a:ention and now that we stantly participates in philanthropy on and off cam- sored their annual roll for Robbie, for their National have it, Greek Life would love to share with the pus. Greek Life raised $638.32 for Bryant in Action philanthropy raising over $200. Sigma Sigma Sigma community what we actually do, what Greek Week in just one month. Individuals took on the roll to or- is also currently applying for a grant for Hasbro is all about, and how, while you can’t get over the ganize events. Andrew Lazouras, of Tau Kappa Ep- Children's hospital. Throughout the year they have shirts, we can’t get over how incredible and passion- silon, formed the Coin Collection as well as other participated in in-2-books where chapter members ate our organization truly is. itemized donations. Also, Mike Algiere of Phi read the same book as elementary school aged chil- This week alone, Greek Life raised $9,280, do- Kappa Tau organized and facilitated Hoops for dren and act as penpals to the students discussing nated 8 children’s bikes to local organizations in Haiti. what they learned from the books. Rhode Island, held an awareness event Weighing Throughout the entire year, our community has This year, Sigma Sigma Sigma provided 251 the Waste in collaboration with Sodexo, sent well organized the freshmen water bo:le distribution meals to children through the Junior League of over 70 volunteers to Special Olympics, and did a during move in, sponsored two activities at the Rhode Island's Peanut Bu:er Drive. Phi Kappa Tau townhouse cleanup. Freshmen block party, co-sponsored comedians has continued to go out and Save a Life through co- With Relay for Life alone, Delta Chi was the with SPB, co-sponsored BINGO with MSU, hosted sponsoring the Blood Drives with the Marketing As- number one team raising over $3,400, as well as the Faculty and Staff Halloween and Spring Parties. sociation. Tau Kappa Epsilon focused their efforts having the number two overall contributor, Ma: Greek Life leadership has been asked to partici- outside the Bryant Community by participating in Wiley, with $1,255. Additionally Delta Zeta finished pate in HEAL’s major event of the year, the Nude the Aids Project Rhode Island Walk for the first with $1,880 towards Relay. Sigma Sigma Sigma Feud, as well as helping with Food distribution at time. Tau Kappa Epsilon also organized the back- raised $1,965 and also won the Team Captain chal- Relay for Life. Next weekend GAMMA will be host- pack drive and toiletry collection for The Soropti- lenge. ing Bryant Best during Spring Weekend. Last Se- mist Woman Foundation. Sigma Chi Rho had a gi9 card raffle to raise mester every single chapter sent members to the It is hard to notice all of the things that every or- money for Relay for Life, and a9er only 2 days of Velocity Dance-A-Thon where awards were given ganization does on campus throughout the year. selling them raised over $500; by the end of the sales for most spirited, most energetic and best dancing Even though we do not seek recognition for our they donated a total of about $2000 to Relay for Life. teams. All of which were Greek teams. work and do it because we want to, it is our goal to Weigh the Waste was a huge, yet slightly gross Individual Chapters also contribute their part. change the perception that we do nothing. This year event where over 30 volunteers gave up their lunch Delta Kappa Epsilon held their Punt, Pass, Kick has been a great one and we are ready to go beyond to come and weigh everyone else’s waste in Salman- event for the first time this year. They also organ- our achievements in years to come. son. A9er 3 hours, our community wasted 540 ized an extremely successful Alumni Phone-a-thon. pounds of food. Delta Zeta has their annual Turtle Tug event this Aaron Fortin The most awarding volunteer event took place Week, April 28th, as well hosting the 24 Hour Rock- Interfraternity Council President this weekend. Greek Life sent over 70 volunteers to a-thon with Delta Chi a few weeks ago which raised Special Olympics. Members volunteered at various money for the V-Foundation.

To the Editor, ently I don't know what is. So As a past leader in the many students in Greek Life Greeklife community I am ex- give their all everyday to tremely disappointed to see make Greek Life a be:er or- what has been wri:en about ganization and have done so Greek Life spirit in the recent clearly. Archway. Greek Fail: "we're I know tremendous stu- Le0er to the Editor Guidelines not seeing much character in dents and friends, that have our fraternities and sorori- changed so much through We welcome your comments and submissions on editorials, articles, or ties... we're sure those stu- their time in Greek Life. They topics of importance to you. Only letters including author's name, and dents you didn't recruit feel are more confident and be- even BETTER about them- lieve in making a difference, phone number will be considered for publication (phone numbers will not selves now." myself included in this group. be printed, they are for verification purposes only). Greek Life does a tremen- Dr. Eakin praised us at our re- dous amount of community treat at the beginning of this Letters to the Editor of 300 words or fewer will have the best chance of service as a whole and as in- year for how far we have dividual chapters, and to shut come over the years. being published. Also, except in extraordinary circumstances, we will not down our hard work in a sim- Yes, we do party and yes, print submissions exceeding 500 words. All submissions are printed at the ple sentence is not only hurt- we like to socialize. Doesn't ful but unbecoming of the the majority of students at discretion of the newspaper staff. The Archway staff reserves the right to Bryant Character of Success. Bryant do the same? YES. edit for length, accuracy, clarity, and libelous material. My own chapter (TriSigma) Please do not exploit us for was a front runner in fund something that is commonly Letters and submissions must be submitted electronically. Bryant raising for Relay for Life, and found at Bryant outside of every single member of our 40 Greeklife. University community members can email submissions to: plus organization a:ended I think it is extremely [email protected]. Letters and articles can also be given to The Archway the event. We were also the harmful to take such a side organization that started the against Greek Life without re- on disk. They can be left in The Archway drop box on the third floor of the Up Til' Dawn fundraiser that alizing the benefits that we as Bryant Center or disks can be mailed through campus mail to box 7. reached its goal of 25,000 this a group bring to this campus. year. I am extremely proud to be a The deadline for all submissions is by 5 p.m. on the Monday prior to We get up every other Sun- part of this great group of mo- day in the fall to go to soup tivated, accepting, and smart publication (for a complete production schedule, contact The Archway of- kitchens in Providence at 8 group of people, and I always fice). Late submissions will be accepted at the discretion of The Archway am. I think it is fair to say that will be. not many students would staff and more than likely will be held until the next issue. commit to that. If that is not Thank you, spirit and heart, then appar- Maggie Brady page 14 april 30, 2010 J&T’s Big wins, performances and fan participation at ACM Awards Movies to See: By Bridget Carey MCT Campus For most people, the 2 a.m. closing-time phone call to an ex is an act of desperation. Lady Antebellum, however, turned it into a source of inspi- ration in its hit "Need You Now," which brought the Augusta, Ga., trio top awards, including vocal group, single and song of the year, Sunday at the 45th Academy of Country Music Awards ceremony.

Opening the entertainer of the year award to fan voting is part of an expanding effort by the West Coast-based ACM to make its yearly honors more interactive.

The ACM's reigning entertainer of the year, Carrie Underwood, made it two in a row in something of an upset over country- pop princess Taylor Swi5, who outsold every other act in pop music in 2009 and otherwise dominated country and pop, also launching her first headlining arena tour with a slate of sold- out shows across the country. Swi5 gave Underwood a hug as the American Idol winner took the stage to accept the award, (Google Images) voted on by fans during the show and over the last several weeks. By Joe Lomuscio and laughs, will be in Nailed later tial for strong performances Opening the entertainer of the year award to fan voting is Justin Thorpe this year with Jake Gyllenhaal in the future and is definitely part of an expanding effort by the West Coast-based ACM to Staff Writers and Jessica Biel and is sure to an actress to watch for. She make its yearly honors more interactive. This year, viewers also play the same kind of charac- stars in the movie The Losers, got to text in their choices of which song the soon-to-part duo Neil Labute’s Death at a ter. which recently released in Brooks & Dunn would sing during their farewell ACM per- Funeral is an American take Another high point of the theaters last weekend. She formance together. "My Maria" was the winner." Fans also on a British film from 2007 film is the appearance of Peter will be in several other voted to select the finalists for the top new artist award and that gained limited publicity Dinklage as the deceased pa- movies in the coming months gave the win to former peanut farmer Luke Bryan, who noted, in the United triarch’s pint-sized secret and eventually the highly an- "It is impossible for a human being to shake more than right States. However, ticipated Star Trek now" as he clutched the trophy. all of those in- sequel. The awards themselves, however, were almost an a5er- volved in the produc- ‘Overall though, the plot was Overall though, the thought in a three-hour show, broadcast on CBS, in which mu- tion emphasized that plot was rather dull and sical performances outnumbered envelope-ripping about 2 to 1 they wanted to add rather dull and predictable; the predictable; the over- and acceptance speeches were limited, sometimes brutally, to their own flavor to the overhyped trailer solves the hyped trailer solves the 30-second slots to keep the momentum from flagging. original. Featuring a mystery of this movie. The ACM has studied the market well, noting recent re- highly diversified cast mystery of this movie.’ Rock and Lawrence search showing that country fans love award shows more than including Chris Rock, play the two sons of the the average TV viewer hence the strong ratings uptick for last Martin Lawrence, and family’s fallen elder. year's show and the stat that 72 percent of country music buy- Danny Glover, the picture Given the prestige of ers are women which would perhaps explain the presence of portrays an American family lover; Dinklage also played their past comedic ventures, Ma6hew McConaughey and Josh Duhamel among other a6empting to juggle the grief this role in the original film both of their performances fell hunky nonmusicians chosen as presenters. of losing its patriarch with all and adds even more spice to a short of expectations. The Miranda Lambert gave a moving reading of her reflective of the other issues involved in hot cast. James Marsden, who roles they were given re- autobiographical song The House That Built Me, bypassing the their own personal lives. really broke onto the Holly- quired more of a somber tone, pyrotechnics and hell-on-wheels personality that have charac- Glover and Tracy Morgan wood scene and turned some which took away from their terized many of her TV performances. turn out to be quite the heads with his superb per- knack for comedic genius. Swi5 soared above the audience on a suspended platform comedic duo and one of the formance as Katherine Heigl’s The a6empt to tie in a for her featured number, Change, from her blockbuster album few bright spots of the movie. counterpart in 27 Dresses, plethora of humorous sub- Fearless. Stepping off the platform once it touched down again Morgan plays the role of fam- adds a commendable per- plots is commendable. How- amid the seats, she ripped off the flowing white gown she had ily friend who acts like he is formance as an acid-tripping ever, we think that the on to reveal a black body-hugging ensemble. A5er leading a part of the family, whereas boyfriend desperately at- comedic episodes of the film choir in the inspirational rock-gospel anthem, holding one cli- Glover may have found his tempting to impress his soon were too centrally focused in mactic note for a good 15 seconds, she fell backward into the calling as a grumpy old man to be father-in-law. its subtle scenes rather than crowd, Peter Gabriel style, to be carried off and set down. who verbally – and in some The girlfriend of Marsden’s the main plot. It was a dramatic statement of possibility from a young instances physically – abuses character is played by up- As for our recommenda- artist who, despite her extraordinary accomplishments, is still those around him. The inter- and-coming actress Zoe Sal- tion, this movie is not worth expanding on those possibilities. It also quickly erased the action and escapades of these dana, whom you may be seeing in theaters; your memory of her sketchy performance on the Grammy Awards two characters generate most surprised to find out, was also money would be much be6er that prompted much grousing from detractors. of the laugh-out-loud mo- cast in James Cameron’s spent on a round at Parente’s. ments of this otherwise Avatar as Princess Neytiri. It is good for a few laughs mediocre picture. Morgan, She has a small role in this once it comes out on DVD, who is always good for a few movie, but shows the poten- but that’s about it. For more movie reviews go to www.BryantArchway.com april 30, 2010 page 15 3-D dictating which movies are greenlighted and how scenes are wrien By Steven Zeitchik D. When New Line initiated pole that can conceivably be several conversations about thought of in 3-D, you may as MCT Campus converting "A Nightmare on well make small indie movies Elm Street" to 3-D, "we because the studios aren't When Ma6 Pi6s, a writer pushed back," says director going to be that interested." on Fringe and a former assis- Samuel Bayer. "This was shot Meanwhile, even films tant to J.J. Abrams, recently in 2-D and was meant to be suited to the immersive quali- began shopping his first film shown in 2-D." He added, ties of 3-D could wind up as- script to movie studios, he "Just like I don't want to see a saulting audiences instead of knew he had a marketable lot of great movies remade" _ pleasurably drawing them in. idea on his hands. The title of alluding to the other Holly- "I'm a li6le leery of what's to his screenplay, a5er all, was wood vogue _ "I don't want to come," says Marcus Dunstan, Spring Break Zombie Cruise see a lot of them in 3-D." who with partner Patrick and its storyline followed, Michael Bay, whose company Melton has wri6en the past well, just that. produced "Nightmare," has three movies in the Saw fran- But the prospect of flesh- also been dubious of the con- chise and is writing the next eating creatures one which will, of stalking beauti- course, be in 3-D. ful young bodies "Watching someone wasn't his script's Even films suited to the get punched repeat- main hook. The el- edly in the eye is ement to catch a immersive qualities of 3-D could going to be nauseat- studio mogul's ing in 3-D." (And eye? A plan to wind up assaulting audiences when a "Saw" cre- shoot the project in instead of pleasurably drawing ator is worried 3-D. "In my mind about nausea, you it just added that them in. "I'm a li"le leery of know it could really extra ounce of turn your stomach.) fun," Pi6s says. what's to come," says Marcus But Dunstan, Whether it's young who worked on one writers trying to Dunstan, who with partner of the first of the sell their first modern 3-D movie or estab- Patrick Melton has wri"en the movies, the 2009 re- lished filmmakers past three movies in the Saw make of "My trying to make Bloody Valentine," their 10th, there's franchise and is writing the next and others remain, no savvier move on balance, enthusi- these days than one which will, of course, astic about the new packaging your possibilities 3-D project as a 3-D be in 3-D. opens up. If nothing film. Movie stu- else, they're willing dios, even more to give it a shot _ than in two previous 3-D eras, version process, expressing few filmmakers these days have gone mad for the form, skepticism about using it for will stand on ceremony if a which in recent months has his next "Transformers" pic- studio is prepared to green- significantly boosted their ture. "The good 3-D movies light their movie. As Marks box-office grosses. If you will be the ones that are con- says, "3-D can draw enthusi- think we've already been in- structed that way in the first asm for a project the studios undated by 3-D with "Avatar" place," says Bay producing might not have otherwise (which was shot in 3-D) and partner Brad Fuller. (In a paid much a6ention to." "Clash of the Titans" (which script for a potential "Friday It's of course understandable was converted later), get the 13th" sequel, for instance, why studios are obsessed ready for a full-on deluge: a kill scene was wri6en in- with 3-D. As television Nearly every big-budget holi- volving a body on a zipline screens get bigger and studio day movie next year will be in because the idea of a body releases hit DVD and video 3-D, as will future films as di- sliding full-speed toward the on-demand sooner, executives verse as the "Spider-Man" re- audience was deemed partic- believe it's imperative to keep boot, the Taylor Lautner ularly effective in 3-D.) the theatrical experience one action-comedy Stretch Arm- But the concerns go be- step ahead (even as 3-D block- strong and Martin Scorsese's yond conversion. There is buster "Avatar" seeks to ele- children's-book adaptation much that is technically tricky vate the home-viewing The Invention of Hugo about shooting in 3-D, includ- experience with its Blu-ray re- Cabret. ing the clunky size of the lease last Thursday). They're But even as Hollywood cameras, which can make drawn to the idea of a movie goes z-axis crazy, many direc- shooting in small spaces diffi- that puts a filmgoer practi- tors and writers are question- cult. That's the kind of aspect cally inside the screen. ing the stampede. While they that directors _ even those And creating opportunities express a general enthusiasm shooting in 3-D _ worry that for immersion is quickly be- for the form, they say execu- studios are missing. coming second nature to tives don't always grasp all "A lot of the film commu- some screenwriters. "Just like the complexities of adding nity is underestimating how a sitcom writer tries to have that extra dimension. As the challenging this is," says Neil three laughs per page, I tried 3-D storm continues to gather, Marshall, director of the ac- to have a 3-D moment every they point out that 3-D will claimed 2005 horror hit "The eight to 10 pages," Pi6s says affect much more than Descent," who is now direct- of his method for writing the whether a filmgoer picks up a ing his first 3-D movie, "Spring Break" film. pair of glasses: It will change "Burst," which will be pro- Those 3-D moments may what films get made, and duced by Sam Raimi and Li- be even trickier to pull off in even the very nature of cine- onsgate. "It's not just a other genres, but it hasn't matic storytelling. gimmick you can slap on to stopped some from contem- "You build sequences dif- sell a few more tickets." plating it. At least one major ferently when you know Even within genres that lend studio has said privately it things have to pop out and themselves to 3-D, such as would consider making a ro- jump at you," says Kieran horror, filmmakers worry mantic comedy in 3-D. That Mulroney, who with his wife, about the sub-genres that are represents a kind of dimen- Michele, is writing the Sher- more 3-D-resistant, like a sub- sionality creep that particu- lock Holmes sequel, which tle ghost story. In a 3-D- larly concerns some directors, has been the subject of a num- crazed era, they fear that who say movies in many gen- ber of 3-D conversations at these movies will get made res are best watched at a re- studio Warner Bros. "I fear the wrong way or not be move. that if every movie becomes made at all. "I don't want to watch Pre- spectacle for the sake of spec- "3-D continues to speak to cious' in 3-D, director Mar- tacle, where does that leave the elimination of the middle, shall says. "That's a movie the intimate conversation creatively," says Justin Marks, that's hard enough to watch across the dinner table?" the writer on Disney's former in 2-D." Some high-profile filmmakers 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea have been famously con- project and Sony's action film cerned about conversion, Shadow of the Colossus. "If which takes footage that was you don't have an action tent- shot in 2-D and turns it into 3- yy rcchhwwaa tt AAr Sppeeaakkss OOuu “IfS you could write for one pulication, what would it be and why?

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