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Bloc seating decisions ARDT dance concert Vols overcome Tide need better criteria coming Tuesday in fourth quarter OPINIONS, Page 4 ENTERTAINMENT, Page 6 SPORTS, Page 8 Monday, October 23, 2006 Serving the University of Alabama since 1894 Vol. 113, Issue 43 Hours don’t equal credits Major changes five hours of her week is spent campus have lab/lecture class- said. “It starts to feel so much Officials say departments in Journalism 315. es, ranging from required hours longer only because you just decide how to award But each of these lecture in research labs for beginning want to get out of the class. and lab classes is only worth biology and chemistry classes “You’ll be looking outside to affect MCAT credit hours three credit hours. to much longer class times for at the grass and the sun and Amy Jensen, a freshman journalism labs. the trees and just want to is comfortable with a BY AMANDA PETERSON Test three hours shorter, majoring in biological scienc- Some students said they leave already.” computer, but you still have Senior Staff Reporter es, spends five hours in her think they are slighted because Many of the science class- to become computerized to think critically for five and ■ [email protected] Chemistry 117 class between they don’t receive more credit es have some type of a lab a half hours,” Fidler said. the lab, lecture and enrich- for the extended lab classes. attached, so when Brandon BY ELLEN BURKE “Many students said they’ve Ashley Vice, a sophomore ment requirements. “I guess I can understand Smith, a junior majoring in Assistant Student Life Editor never taken a test of this majoring in journalism, But her classes are only why it’s only four hours, but civil engineering, fulfilled his ■ [email protected] magnitude on a computer spends five hours a week in her worth four credit hours. part of me wishes … [the class- before.” Journalism 312 class. Another Several departments on es counted for] more,” Jensen See HOURS, Page 2 Students who will take the The increased number of Medical College Admissions test dates will make it easier Test in 2007 can say goodbye to find a date that fits into a to the old pencil and paper student’s schedule, said Vidu style of the test — in January, Yarlagadda, a junior major- it will become entirely coming in biochemistry, though puter-based. it might not mean students The Association of can take it more times. American Medical Colleges “Generally, you’re not sup- decided to change the MCAT posed to take the MCAT more because many tests, such as than three times, though,” he the GRE and GMAT, are now said. on computers and to ensure Despite the increased that each test taker goes number of test dates, Russell through the same experience Allinder said he would still without human errors, said take the MCAT, in April as Matt Fidler, MCAT program he originally planned. The manager at Kaplan Test Prep junior majoring in biology and Admissions. said he has already started The computer-based test to study for the test, so the will allow test takers to high- extra dates will probably not light information in passages affect him. and cross out answers they Students will have to take think are incorrect, and it the MCAT at sites designat- will include a review feature, ed by Thomson Prometric, which shows if questions a computer-based testing have been left unanswered, company. The sites will be he said. located in different cities In addition to the new throughout each state, and computer-based format, students will not be able to Fidler said students could take the test at hotels or expect changes in the num- other locations with large ber of tests offered through- rooms, which was done in out the year, locations of the the past, Fidler said. test and length of the test. “Now everyone will be Currently, the MCAT is fighting for those 20 seats,” offered two times per year, he said. and Fidler said between 50 Allinder said he plans to and 100 people can take the take the MCAT in his home- test at one location. town of Birmingham, but the Fidler said that in January 20 allotted test spaces have the test will be offered 22 him worried. times throughout the year, “The 20 spaces per location will make it tough for people but only 20 students will be to schedule the test at the able take the test per loca- place they want on the date tion. The length will decrease they want,” Allinder said. by three hours to five and a About 70,000 tests were half hours, will have fewer given this year. Alabama has questions and will have its test locations in Birmingham, scores available to students Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile in one month rather than and Montgomery, Fidler CW/ Leslie Roop two. said. Lonnie Holley, an artist from Harpersville, holds his sandstone sculpture as he talks with the crowd about the power of words and actions at the The faster test scores will It’s important for students Kentuck Festival for the Arts. Kentuck Festival of the Arts was held Saturday and Sunday in downtown Northport. The festival brings art and the com- help students, especially to schedule their test date munity together and draws art collectors from around the world. those who take the MCAT in well in advance because of April, have a complete appli- the decreased number of cation in time for June, which spots per test, he said. is when medical schools first Yarlagadda said he will allow applications to be sub- schedule a date for his MCAT for mitted, Fidler said. early. Students should know “If you’ve got an 8 a.m. while the test is computer- exam and you have to drive Festival based, it won’t simply be a far, it could turn out to be a the point-and-click test, he said. Arts “We know everyone See MCAT, Page 2 ■ ELECTION 2006 Zipped up Student groups motivate students to vote SGA President Justice Smyth Voter Registration Committee. Deadline for registering On the web said. The VOTES Coalition was also to vote is Friday “Our main objective is to get on hand to help students reg- www people interested in voting,” ister. BY CHARITY SCOTT sos.state.al.us/election Smyth said. “Obviously, we’re The SGA, College Democrats Senior Staff Reporter a nonpartisan organization and College Republicans have ■ [email protected] registration, SGA and the so we’re not going to endorse been the impetus behind the Voices of the Educated Student any candidate, but we do want recent campus appearances of After they brought major Coalition will have tables and people to vote.” many of the candidates in the candidates from the upcom- booths around campus to SGA members handed Nov. 7 election. ing state elections to campus give students a last chance to out voter registration cards “It’s the only way to get stu- this semester, student orga- register. Spencer Wyatt, chair- at freshman residence halls, dents to meet the candidate nizations such as the SGA, man of the VOTES Coalition, Smyth said. During the SGA- and shake their hand and get College Democrats and College said the group’s voter regis- sponsored Political Awareness to know them as a person,” Republicans are running a tration table would be in the Day, students heard candidates said Nicholas D. Rose, presi- CW/ Leslie Roop last-minute effort to register Ferguson Center during the from both parties talk about dent of College Democrats. Jane Randall Jackson, a junior majoring in art history, looks at the piece students to vote on Nov. 7. latter part of this week. The their positions on issues, and Students can register to vote “Snow White into Midnight” by artist Jil Weinstock. Weinstock’s show, In anticipation of the SGA will also have booths set they were able to register to Waistline, is currently on exhibit in the Sarah Moody Gallery of Art. Friday deadline for voter up around campus this week, vote at a booth run by the SGA See VOTING, Page 2

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INTobrief submit a brief, e-mail [email protected] ANNOUNCEMENTS Habitat for Humanity volunteers needed The UA chapter of Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers to help build a storage shed this week that will be delivered to Tuscaloosa Habitat for Humanity for use in their building program. Students can register to volunteer by contacting Erica Rice at [email protected]. Building times are available today through Thursday. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to help. The shed will be constructed in front of Hardaway Hall and will be a part of the Homecoming parade. fewer questions now.” MCAT is given on Jan. 27. on Oct. 29 in ten Hoor Hall at To join the UA Habitat for Humanity chapter, contact MCAT The MCAT consists of ques- Students can first register 3 p.m. Elyse Bryant at [email protected]. Continued from Page 1 tions in topics such as physics, for the January tests on Nov. Students should check general chemistry, biology and 15. Kaplan’s Web site for the spe- organic chemistry and has two Fidler said he recommends cific room and additional long day,” Fidler said. writing sections and one ver- that students who plan to take updates, he said. This event Benefit run registration starts today Taking three hours off the bal reasoning section. the MCAT take practice exams is designed to help students Registration starts today for the Phi Sigma Pi 5K Run test time does not decrease The new version of the test to get used to the features the become used to the new test- on Nov. 5 to benefit Teach for America. It costs $12 to pre- what students need to know to will have 142 questions, while computer-based test offers. ing format, he said. register by Oct. 29 and $15 for race-day registration. For take the test, he said. the old test had 214 ques- “It’s kind of like running a For more information on more information, visit the Phi Sigma Pi Web site at bama. “Students still have to know tions, Fidler said. The number marathon,” he said. “You have free practice tests, registration ua.edu/~phisigpi. everything,” he said. “They of questions, he said, could to start out small.” dates or test locations, stu- [AAMC] didn’t take any topics increase or decrease by a few Kaplan will hold a free prac- dents can visit www.kaptest. away, it’s just that there are before the first version of the tice test session in Tuscaloosa com.

Honors College to hold open house students about their candidates College Republicans hope that ultimately this will The UA Honors College will hold a Homecoming Open VOTING and the issues so they can make Chairman Andy Yerbey said spur students to vote and to reg- House on the second floor of Nott Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 Continued from Page 1 informed decisions on Election College Republicans had simi- ister if they have not already. p.m. on Saturday. Day. lar goals for the election, and he “It seems like now elections was confident the group would Guests can send their RSVP with the number of people by logging on to the Office of go to the highest bidder, who- reach those goals. in their party to Adam Meyer by Tuesday at 348-5558 or by the Alabama Secretary of State ever can run the most TV ads,” Wyatt said the VOTES e-mail at [email protected]. NORTHPORT Web site and downloading he said. “We want to make this Coalition was also trying to the State of Alabama Postcard election about the issues.” arrange a debate of the issues Voter Registration Application. Rose also said the group with the College Democrats, LUNCH $5.29 WEATHER Applications must be mailed wanted to ensure the re-elec- College Republicans and BUFFET or hand-delivered to the Board tion of Democratic incum- College Libertarians based of Voter Registration in their bents, such as Secretary of State on questions submitted by DINNER Today Sunny with a calm wind county. Nancy Worley, while gaining students to their forum coor- BUFFET $7.50 62º/36º becoming northwest Rose said the main goal of other important positions such dinator, Alex Flachsbart, at the College Democrats, aside as governor, currently held by [email protected]. between 10 and 15 mph. from registering voters, is to tell Republican Bob Riley. Campus leaders said they Tuesday BEER$1 many hours a class has been when you think about it in Mostly sunny. 65º/40º HOURS designated in the past. this case,” Nelson said. Continued from Page 1 But Nelson said he doesn’t LeBlanc said he isn’t sure WINE want to confine every lab/ if the system for allocating $2 Wednesday chemistry requirement, he lecture class to the same credit hours is fair; for him, Partly cloudy. 70º/51º wanted more than just four standard because each class it is simply what has tradi- COCKTAILS credit hours for the six or differs by the content and the tionally happened here and at $3 seven hours he spent in class information covered in a cer- other research institutions. each week. tain amount of time. “I don’t know if that’s right 333.0361 “We have a tendency to fit or wrong; it’s just how it’s 69 “You spend way too much KMART everything into a nice little always been done,” LeBlanc CVS QUOTE OF THE DAY time in class for the amount 82 box, but that’s kind of weird said. WALGREEN of credit hours you get for N “You’ll be looking outside at the grass it, especially the lab and all,” Smith said. “They either need and the sun and the trees and just want to add more credit or bump down the lab hours.” to leave already.” Paul LeBlanc, a professor of biological sciences, said biol- — Amy Jensen, a freshman majoring in biological ogy and other science labs are sciences, on classes that count for fewer credit worth less credit because “a lot of time is spent looking at hours than the number of hours students are things and waiting.” required to attend them in a week. He said generally the lab credit takes two to three hours See “Hours don’t equal credits,” because the “informational Page 1. density” for a lab hour is less than for an hour’s lecture. 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Opinions [email protected] Monday, October 23, 2006 4 Our View Birkenstocks, Satan and your vote Bloc seating It is a state race in which no was not a knock on those nice Even if it is caused by politi- one will claim to have unilat- German shoes. cal chicanery, the effective- erally passed laws to stifle sex “My kids wear Birkenstocks,” ness of election administration offenders; valueless liberal trial Damage Chapman confessed — though should be tightened to give lawyers’ diabolic, Machiavellian I did not ask. “My nieces and Alabamians more confidence schemes will not be felt; and the Control nephews in Georgia wear in their votes, especially since criteria very impact of Gov. Bob Riley’s failed Birkenstocks.” the state has yet to bail out of tax and accountability plan will On the other side, Worley the federal monitoring under be nil. thinks her term was under- the 1965 Voting Rights Act. But it is a race that should be mined by corporate-controlled After this state’s 2002 guber- a bigger blip on Alabamians’ Republicans — from the Bush natorial race was decided by political radar — because it appointees in the Justice a clutch of controversial votes ambiguous probably should not be on the Nick Beadle Department and federal courts in Baldwin County, and high ballot at all. [email protected] to Riley-appointed Attorney profile flubs in Florida and else- After learning the full details of bloc seating for On Nov. 7, Democratic General Troy King. where, it is not enough that the student organizations in the south end zone of Secretary of State Nancy Worley Alabamians have a right to She said corporations hun- polls run smoothly — they have will try to fend off Republican elect the job. A gubernatorial gry for the millions in federal to look conspiracy-free, too. Bryant-Denny Stadium, we are concerned that the challenger Beth Chapman, appointment is likely to have money given to the state for “It goes beyond the black issue of defining the criteria for how each bloc is Alabama’s state auditor, to stay just as many partisan ties, she the registration system held helicopter folks now,” said assigned needs to be revisited. the chief election officer, a job said, and any other setup will up its completion. She chose a David Lanoue, UA political sci- We’re skeptical of how effective the current crite- that has lost some luster since involve human beings who cheaper, lower-ranked software ence department chairman, of ria for assigning the best seats to the most deserv- 2002. also favor certain people and vendor — Diebold — over the voters’ mistrust of elections. While probate judges run the things. recommendations of a biparti- A bipartisan commission pre- ing organizations are. polls, federal mandates since “If there were no political san committee. siding over elections would According to the SGA Bloc Seating Committee the 2000 election fiasco have parties, I would still be Beth “It made a lot of folks mad likely be a more effective and Chairman John Brooks, blocs are assigned based on given new weight to the secre- Chapman,” she said. “I would because people had designs on accountable setup, he said. three major criteria: grades, behavior and campus tary of state’s job. not steal a vote for anybody that money,” she said. “I’m not But that will not happen — at involvement. Or at least they did. Worley — not even for my children.” going to sell my soul to the least not by 2008, when Alabama failed to comply with a federal She later added, “I know I sure devil.” will host an early presidential Though an organization’s GPA is as clear as day, the directive to assemble a state- couldn’t stand it on Judgment Her job has been subvert- primary. Like many other exec- other criteria of behavior and campus involvement wide voter registration system Day.” ed by politics, she said — but utive jobs, secretary of state can are too subjective for the committee to judge. by Jan. 1, which led to a federal Chapman knows partisan. politics should not be removed be a stepping-stone to bigger How do you judge behavior? What is “good” court handing Riley that power In a virulent 2003 speech, she from her job. and better things, Lanoue said. behavior? How much “campus involvement” is in August. skewered “liberal, tree-hugging, “If the voters choose some- Former Gov. Don Siegelman, The secretary of state was hippie, Birkenstock-wearing, body who is honest and has for example, was secretary of enough? Does the president of the SGA garner appointed by the Legislature tie-dyed liberals” who opposed integrity, then we don’t have state from 1979 to 1987. more involvement points than the president of the until 1968. So given the recent the Iraq war. to worry about this process,” “I would peg it as close to Student Leaders Council? mistakes in the job, rife with The key word there, she Worley said. “You can’t single zero as you could possibly get These subjective methods leave the door wide importance and need for tech- couched, would be “liberal.” out any particular elected offi- without saying zero,” Lanoue open to question. nical expertise, would the state’s She said she could only think cial or position and say that said. “You just pull one chair chief election officer be better if of 10 people in the state who one should be appointed or out and somebody doesn’t have The process to make sure organizations keep it were a merit appointment or would fit the bill of such “mis- elected. a seat.” “good behavior” seems more reliant on hearsay instead a bipartisan setup? guided” libs as Rosie O’Donnell “I think the question we than investigative methods, and campus involve- “Sorry, could you repeat that?” and George Clooney — so her should be asking is, ‘How can Nicholas Beadle is a senior ment doesn’t seem to matter that much when Chapman said after I asked her politics would not affect her we limit the role and influence reporter for The Crimson White the Wesley Foundation, a Methodist organization that question Thursday. work. of the role of money in this and Corolla yearbook editor. His Her eventual answer: And the speech certainly position?’” column runs on Monday. aimed toward community service, sits in the back of the bloc seating area. Any student organization can apply for bloc seating, but they don’t have equal access to the best blocs under the current criteria. Currently, the criteria are very ambiguous and undefined. There should be a specific written policy with a list of steps and criteria of what to do to get bloc seating and how the seats are assigned. There should also be clear rules about how the criteria are weighted. There should be a list available for everyone to read, detailing how the groups are ranked. We want to report on the “grade” each group got so there would be no questions about whether a group of people exercise their will over the choices. If the Bloc Seating Committee wants to use GPA, “campus involvement” and “good behavior,” those terms have to be clearly defined. We personally think GPAs are the easiest and most objective way to judge where a group should sit. CW/ Zach Summers The bottom line is that it should be fair to all organizations. No one group should have control over bloc seating. You’re never too old for free candy Our View is the consensus of the CW editorial board. So fall is finally in full swing, “convince” them to give it to Oldy McFun-ruiner. This is and it’s the best time of the you. Our personal favorite is Halloween, not my bi-annu- year. It’s cooler now, football telling them that if they don’t al checkup. I don’t want your Letter to the Editor man wants premarital sex, his season is at its midway point, give you their candy then stupid floss (because who entire statement makes clear the World Series just started Read they’ll never see their mommy really does that?). I want the Sexual choices are personal that a woman is unable to and we have days of freezing This and daddy again. Works like a Chocolate Covered, Caramel decide for herself what kind rain and pneumonia without charm. Nougat, Peanut Butter Type- While reading Mark of relationship she desires, warning. But we’re cool with Column Ah! A house with a light on! II Diabetes Explosion Bar the Jackson’s column, “Abstinence for she will always simply be that because we’re very, very No words needed, no time to Johnsons are passing out down is the only option for you,” giving in to “his own selfish close to the best holiday of the waste, you look at your friends, the street. I found myself deeply reas- lusts.” A woman would never year. He-Man, Zorro and Newt Handing us that floss is sured. How thankful I am dare enter a relationship No, it’s not Thanksgiving. Gingrich, and make an “I” line solidifying your chances of that Jackson knows me simply because she has her You haven’t seen your fam- to the door, because a “B” line being tied to your mailbox with well enough to define my own desires and wishes to ily in months, and they don’t Jake & Steve takes way too long. it and having your shins beaten thoughts, viewpoints and act upon them, assuming she leave you alone until after din- You knock, peer through the by Zorro’s plastic sword. emotions for me, as his tone can find something “better” ner when everyone’s laying making yourself feel better.) window and wait. After 15 sec- By the way, people who don’t implies. when her own expectations down in a turkey coma. It’s not Moving along ... onds, you look for the door- hand out candy at Halloween Within his first lines, I are not met. Christmas. It’s not a very fun Now as far as Halloween is bell and ring obnoxiously until are ruining America. Listen, already need not worry I, for one, am glad that time if your family is poor. concerned, don’t go all, “We’re you hear that heavenly noise whatever happens to you, about my religion; Jackson Jackson’s standard for per- Jake’s speaking from experi- in college and too cool to dress of footsteps approaching the your house or anything else has defined it. Whatever my fection is something I will ence here. up like Robocop,” on us. You door. You adjust your plastic is brought upon yourself. It’s beliefs, his Christian standard clearly never be able to live “Great, mom and dad ... an are never too old to trick or Spiderman mask that has bro- not like you’ll be disappoint- is the only one that matters. up to, since I chose to think old picture of a saw mill in the treat, and actually, it’s even ken six times since the night ed if you get some candy and Never has a stable, happy for myself and make my own woods that looks similar to the more fun now. began. don’t pass all of it out. And the same-sex couple ever raised choices. one that used to hang on that For instance, the odds are The door opens and the people who give out apples are and nurtured a child, nor What another chooses to wall over there ... ” you are bigger than the other inevitable question comes: even worse. That’s like a guy have well-developed children do inside or outside of his It’s a great gesture and all, trick or treaters, thus mak- “And what are you supposed bringing a fruit salad to a Super come out of families where, bedroom is none of my con- but you just have to put it back ing it easier to steal their bags to be?” Bowl party. due to whatever circum- cern, and it behooves me to where it was. and make off with their candy. Are you serious? You can’t Look, if we can’t gain 60 stances, both parents have not attempt to impose my No, it isn’t any of those It’s survival of the fittest out read the sign I taped on my pounds from a 3-pound bag worked outside the home. On own standards on the rela- holidays. We’re talking about there. There are no rules when T-shirt that says “Spiderman” of candy ... well, to us, that just the converse, a single par- tionships of others. “Judge something better than a warm it comes to trick or treating, on it? Because let’s be honest, isn’t Halloween. ent living at home has never not others that you too may blanket, spin the bottle and so don’t feel bad when Snow if you’ve got a mask and a sign, harmed or abused their child, be judged.” I believe Jackson MTV’s “Yo Momma” com- White starts crying. She should that’s enough. They’re just say- Jake Bennett and Steve this unfettered access leaving could do with remembering bined: Halloween, baby! (By have had a better grip on her ing that to be nice, which might Cummings host The Jake & them with both emotional that verse. the way, I, Jake, think that “Yo bag. mean it’s laced with a little … Steve Show, which airs week- and physical scars that may Momma” might be the biggest But for those of you who Anyway, you open your days from 7 to 9 a.m. on never heal. Hannah Dame waste of life. In no way do I con- don’t want to “steal” candy bag and what do you see? WVUA-FM 90.7 The Capstone. When noting that when a Freshman, journalism done watching it. It’s good for from kids, just find a way to Floss. Well, thank you Dr. Their column runs every other

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BY PHIL OWEN AND LAURA PITTS The concert will be held demands of a professional really great mix,” Sockler said. as a spirit in the second act. The Crimson White in Morgan Auditorium from career. “We’re doing a whole act of “Along with just dancing, you If you go ... Tuesday through Thursday “Talent like these student a ballet for the first act, and have to act.” There are two things most at 7:30 p.m., with a special dancers have is rare, and we the second act is all jazz and Simich also said ARDT has Who: ARDT of us have in common — the showing at 5:30 p.m. Friday are more than fortunate to modern. It’s a good mix of helped her stamina. What: Fall 2006 Concert desire to see the blood, sweat for Homecoming. Tickets are have them here, training with styles.” “We’re rehearsing every When: Tuesday - Thursday and tears of hard work pay off $12 for the general public; $10 us and sharing their educa- Sockler said she intends to day,” she said. “The whole and for someone to appreci- for UA faculty, staff and senior tional experience with our move to New York after grad- ballet [segment of the show] at 7:30 p.m. and Friday at ate it. citizens; and $8 for students. audiences,” Carter said. uation, where she hopes to be is 40 minutes long. It’s very 5:30 p.m. For those in the dance pro- The fall concert will feature Lindsay Sockler, a junior able to dance in shows. demanding, physically and Where: Morgan Auditorium gram at the University, there performances from the sec- majoring in dance who is “I’ll take whatever I can emotionally.” are two shows per semes- ond act of the romantic bal- performing in the show, said get,” she said. Sheree Woods, a senior Cost: $12 for adults, $10 for ter, Dance! Alabama and the let “Giselle,” a modern work ARDT is a useful tool for Gabriela Simich, a senior majoring in dance and com- UA faculty and senior citizens Alabama Repertory Dance entitled “Dance Children” dance majors because it is majoring in dance and municative disorders, will Theatre, that allow them to and the energetic jazz num- made up entirely of pre-pro- Russian, will be performing perform the part of Myrta in and $8 for students achieve both goals. ber “Ramalama.” fessional dancers who intend the title role in “Giselle” and “Giselle.” Dance! Alabama’s fall per- ARDT is the pre-profes- to dance as a career once they also has a part in the jazz por- Woods described the For tickets, call (205)-348-3400. formance has already hap- sional company in residence graduate. tion of the second act. rehearsals for the show as “very pened, but this week, the UA founded by Cornelius Carter, Sockler also said she is “It’s a really demanding time consuming, very intense.” full time dancer. department of theatre and director of the dance pro- excited about this year’s role,” Simich said of Giselle, She said ARDT has been “It gives you a very good dance will present the ARDT gram, to prepare and enrich show. who dies in the first act of helpful to her as she prepares feel of how the professional Fall 2006 concert. dance students for the diverse “This year’s show has a the ballet and comes back to leave school and become a world of dance is,” she said. ■ GUERRILLA THEATRE REVIEW www.cw.ua. APO marginal with latest Guerrilla show edu

BY PHIL OWEN his clothes and began pulling to date. hearted, choppy effort that culminating in the lights in the Assistant Entertainment Editor roses out of his underwear. Unfortunately, there were didn’t flow at all. theater being turned off while ■ [email protected] The second half of the show several truly awful segments to The improv troupe also per- APO members attempted to brought what was perhaps the go along with the good ones. formed, but this time most of scare the audience. It was a Guerrilla Theatre was back best segment of the night. The The first example of this was their humor fell flat. silly idea, and while it was in the Allen Bales Theatre on act began with Adam Sims skill- Vallerie Paulin’s “stand-up com- Aside from those two instantly forgettable, it was Saturday, and while the change fully playing a complex piece edy” routine. Unfortunately, extremes, there were also two pretty fun while it was going in locale did help the show on the piano before Kelly Ann very little comedy was pres- segments that were merely on. somewhat, it wasn’t enough to Shamburger came out in her ent in the routine, and Paulin fine, neither excelling nor fail- Though the show admit- mask the parts of the show that shiny dress to woo the crowd apparently thought she could ing. tedly was put together in a were either considerably below by sauntering around the stage get by merely by acting cutesy First was Stephen Tyler week’s time, it’s really hard to par or downright dreadful. and singing. while stringing together poorly Davis’ final performance in the excuse those involved for the The first two segments of The performance demon- linked “jokes.” AB, as he sang two short, fluffy poor quality of the show. APO the night were perfect exam- strated immense skill by both Another stand-up routine songs. Davis said the perfor- has proven, with the 24-Hour ples of acts that can only be Sims and Shamburger and was came from Curtis Helton in the mance was essentially thrown Holiday Spectacular, that they performed in the Allen Bales a satisfying experience. second half, and his routine together the evening before can put together a quality Theatre. The opening num- There was only one more was even worse. It was literally the show, and it showed, as it show on short notice, so it’s ber consisted of various APO standout performance the an excruciating experience. just felt empty and unfulfill- disappointing to see how this members doing weird dances entire evening, this one com- In between the two was some ing. show didn’t come together. in a very unskillful manner. ing from Austin McDonald, sort of testimonial/comedy The second fine segment I hope this show will serve as The act was intentionally who did two pieces of perfor- routine (it’s impossible to tell) was the first portion of the a wake-up call that will inspire silly, but it was so loose and mance poetry. from former UA student Will second act, in which several APO’s members to work harder sloppy that it wouldn’t have While not an obvious depar- Herrell. His humor did work local ghost stories were told, next time. worked in any environment ture in style from the forensics in a few spots, but it seemed other than one as intimate and pieces that McDonald often altogether to be a completely close as the Allen Bales, and in performs, the poetry perfor- pointless exercise. that theater, it became a very mance had a liveliness that In the middle of everything, entertaining display. the forensics pieces lack. In Kelli Morgan and Erin Hutson The second performance, fact, it wouldn’t be a stretch did a short skit in which they a monologue from fresh- to say that the first piece he beat each other up over a joke. man Alex Perkins, became a performed, Big Poppa E’s “The In concept, this skit can be real hoot as he, while ranting Wussy Boy Manifesto,” was the effective. However, it was clear about several different things best performance McDonald that the pair was not prepared, going on in his life, took off all has given at Guerrilla Theatre and the result was a half- INbrief Write to [email protected] from wire reports ... Actress Jane Wyatt of ‘Father Knows Best’ dies at 96

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Call now for details! projects, such as “Amityville: The Evil Escapes” in 1989, and in charity work. 6 ENTERTAINMENT ■ Monday, October 23, 2006 ■ MOVIE REVIEW Candy-coated ‘Marie Antoinette’ delightful encouraged to express her his end of the bargain to help less. 1770s. The combination of Dunst, Schwartzman give emotions — unspeakable pain produce that male heir. His Also worthy of praise is the cinematography, costum- polished performances takes a toll on anyone. She is reservations about the union the divine costuming and set ing and heartbreaking yet constantly battling with pres- and the title itself make the design, both rich and vibrant, fresh performances produces BY SUZANNE ROBERTSON sure from her mother, subjects story flow on both sides. These reflecting Coppola’s pastel ver- something special. Contributing Writter and royal advisers to deliver a kid majesties are thrown into sion of Versailles perfectly. Stylistically pleasing while male heir, which doesn’t make power at such a young age, While Coppola’s hip quasi- substantially fulfilling, “Marie Biographical films rarely her life much easier. they have no idea what to do biography isn’t historically Antoinette” is a rare film that capture enough compassion With a “The O.C.” meets or how to act. accurate, it is extremely well allows you to have your cake for the subject, concentrating Versailles flair, the story of These performances truly done. “Marie” evokes such and eat it too. on the public opinion rather “Marie” is surprisingly time- stand out against the back- emotion for the teen queen than the actual person. “Marie less. The queen is a teenager drop of Sofia Coppola’s bril- that you’ll forget The Strokes Antoinette” is not one of those — battling teenage problems liant direction. Each shot is weren’t recording back in the films. in addition to the weight of the composed to bring out the “Marie Antoinette” is a visu- crown. Gossiping girls are all exact emotion Marie is feel- ally effervescent account of over the place, talking about ing — be it intense sorrow, the trials and tribulations of anyone who’s not around, confusion, happiness or pas- the title teen queen (Kirsten from the king’s brothel-born sion. The images are light and Dunst), beginning with her mistress to Marie herself. vibrant; it is incredibly and marriage at 14 to Louis XVI of Constant criticism from her beautifully done. In particular, France (Jason Schwartzman) subjects and tabloid-esque the visual representation of to taking the crown at 19 and accusations of her behavior Marie’s heavy mindset is strik- beyond. Historical accuracy, only add to her frustration. To ing. She is repeatedly seen sur- however, is not a top priority. forget her troubles, Marie and rounded by the ostentatious What prevents “Marie” from her friends apply the classic accommodation of places being an anachronistically slumber party method: over- such as Versailles as to suggest poppy take on the guillotine- flowing champagne, decadent she’s being swallowed alive. fated queen lies in the incred- desserts, shoes, clothes and This is not far from the truth. ible performances by both the typical act of sneaking out Complementing Coppola’s Dunst and Schwartzman. to a masquerade ball. Dunst inspired direction is the Dunst captures Marie’s captures the varying emotions unusual blend of classical strength in such a manner of a teenager brilliantly. and modern pop-punk tunes that you genuinely ache for Schwartzman’s portrayal of framing the film. While I’m her. She is far too young to the shy counterpart to Marie is not usually a fan of this tactic, have such public and per- quietly brilliant in its reflection Coppola’s careful selection of sonal stresses thrust upon of Louis’ own inner struggle. when and where to place the her. What’s more, she is not After all, he isn’t keeping up tracks is nothing but seam- 464-0474 2314 4TH STREET — Rick Springfield will per- management firm, Doyle- form a concert in southeast Kos Entertainment, said OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER INbrief Missouri to help raise money Thursday. from wire reports ... for a 12-year-old girl’s fight Proceeds will benefit against brain-stem cancer. Sahara Aldridge of Cape OPEN LATE ON GAMEDAYS Springfield raises money The pop singer, whose string Girardeau, who was diag- of hits in the 1980s included nosed with the disease this CATERING AVAILABLE for cancer “Jessie’s Girl,” will perform Dec. summer. 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Two Alabama doubles BY DAN SELLERS In what is fast becoming a defense had a chance to fold The improbable 40-yard game to seal the deal and break teams advanced to the Assistant Sports Editor broken record, Alabama went early in the second half — like reception set up a 2-yard touch- Alabama’s heart — again. round of 16 on the second ■ [email protected] into halftime with a lead over a they did at Florida — but they down run by Tim Castille that With that, Shula’s post-game day of the 2006 Wilson/ITA good team on the road, and fol- kept Alabama in the game. gave Alabama a 13-6 lead with comments were almost a replay Southeast at the Hilary J. Alabama’s players walked off lowing suit, they blew that lead The Tide offense looked as if just one quarter to play. of the previous two losses. Boone Tennis Complex in the field at Neyland Stadium on in the second half and were they might have turned the cor- Fulfilling the inevitable script “It’s a tough one to swal- Lexington, Ky. Saturday afternoon, serenaded left with nothing more than a ner when DJ Hall did his best that has been Alabama’s play on low,” he said. “It’s tough for Dan Buikema and Matt by the almost never-ending heartbreaking loss. Tyrone Prothro impersonation the road this season, Tennessee our football team, especially Thibaudeau won for the sec- chorus of “Rocky Top.” “It’s frustrating,” said Wallace by trapping the ball against the punched in the game-winning our seniors. We’ve got to hang ond straight day with an 8-5 The song was a familiar Gilberry, a junior defensive end, defender’s helmet. touchdown with 3:28 left in the together and move on.” win over Robbye Poole and one to the Crimson Tide. Not “for the simple fact we’re bet- Bram ten Berge of Ole Miss. because they might have heard ter than the team we just lost They advanced to the next it 100 times during the course to. We’re better than Arkansas. round, to face fourth-seed- of the game, but because it We’re better than Florida. At the ed Anze Cevka and Martin was the same one they heard same time, we’re not getting it Stiegwardt of Georgia State. to while walking off the field at done.” Graphic Saketh Myneni and Arkansas and at Florida. Alabama and Tennessee Sammy Struyf earned a close That familiar song was: were locked in a field goal bat- 9-8 (8) victory over Georgia Close. Almost. Not quite. tle for most of the game, and it Southern’s Joris De Weerdt And just as “Rocky Top” was those wasted touchdown and Emmanuel Nkoueleue. begins to grate on nerves after opportunities that has been The other first-round Designer a few renditions, that song is Alabama’s downfall this sea- winning team, Javier Bes beginning to take a toll on the son. and Billy Mertz, lost a tight Tide. On a fourth-and-goal from match to Auburn’s Robbert “Being close, it’s getting old,” the 1-yard line, head coach Wanted Lathouwers and Lukas said Jeremy Clark, a senior Mike Shula elected to kick a Marsoun, 9-7. defensive tackle. “We’re tired field goal instead of go for the Four players were in of just coming up close. We’ve touchdown. The field goal gave The Crimson White action in singles on Saturday got to find a way. [The seniors] Alabama a 6-3 lead at the half. Advertising Department with three winning their first don’t want to have to live the For most of the second half, it matches. rest of our lives losing games looked as though that decision is looking for talented Joseph Jung, the sev- that we were close in.” could have paid off. Alabama’s enth seed in the tourna- Graphic Designers for ment, won 6-3, 6-4 over Jan Zelezny of LSU to advance to the next round. WEST ALABAMA STATE FAIR the Spring Struyf also won his first match. He defeat- Jaycee Fairgrounds ed Kentucky’s Will Ward in three sets, 3-6, 7-5, 6-1. Bes downed Boria Zarco of Please submit resumés to Tennessee Tech in three sets, October 24th - 29th 3-6, 6-1, 6-4. [email protected] Mertz lost his first match by Monday, October 30 of the day to sixth-seeded Andreas Siljestrom of Middle For More Info Call Tennessee State, 6-2, 7-5. 205.556.1285 !

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If the game had ended at downs before Arian Foster Alabama’s women, despite the half, Alabama would have scored on a 1-yard run with having nine of their top com- claimed a win over Tennessee 3:28 left to play to put the Vols petitors at the SMU Swim that was virtually identi- Classic in Dallas, Texas, beat up for the first time in the Delta State 161-128 while the cal to last year’s 6-3 win in game, 16-13. Alabama men won 166.5- Tuscaloosa. Alabama didn’t gain any 123.5. That was not the case for yardage on its next posses- “We swam well tonight, the Crimson Tide, which found sion and punted to Tennessee, especially considering the itself leading when entering the which couldn’t move the ball, tough week of training we had fourth quarter but faltered in either. leading up to tonight,” associ- the final minutes to fall 16-13 Alabama moved the ball ate head coach Sonya Porter to the Vols in front of 106,695 as far as its own 40-yard line, said. “On the women’s side of fans at Neyland Stadium. but Wilson was sacked twice, the meet, with half our squad, “Our guys played their and really our veterans, at the including a sack for a loss of Classic, our rookies really had hearts out for three and a half 8 yards as time ran out on the to get in there and step up, and quarters and felt like they clock. I think they did that tonight.” were going to win the game,” Wilson completed 13 of 29 Senior Vlad Polyakov, fresh head coach Mike Shula said. passes for 158 yards and was off his World Championship “Unfortunately, we weren’t sacked three times. in the 200 breaststroke last able to come back after that. “Our offensive line, we spring, won the both the 100 It was a tough one to swallow, weren’t quite as consistent CW/ T.G. Paschal and 200 breaststroke with the but we’ve got to get through it overall,” Shula said. “It wasn’t fastest times in the nation this and move on.” just one guy the whole time.” Alabama quarterback John Parker Wilson tries to find an open player and avoid being sacked by Tennessee. season, posting a 54.46 and Tim Castille scored on a 2- 1:57.22, respectively. Johns had 37 yards but only were before the game,” he Sophomore Mark Randall yard run with less than a min- Injuries carried the ball three times in said. finished nearly a minute ute left in the third quarter to the game. ahead of the field, posting a put Alabama up 13-6 going Keith Brown, who had an On Sunday, Shula said there Next week 15:21.86, the second-fastest into the fourth quarter, but the injured knee, didn’t see action were no new injuries from this time in the nation this season. Alabama defense couldn’t hold at Tennessee, but DJ Hall and week. Alabama will play Florida Tsagkarakis was dominant in off the Vols’ offense in the final Jimmy Johns both played. “We’ll still have some guys International in the Tide’s the 50 and 100 freestyles, win- quarter. Shula said Johns’ ankle lim- nicked up, but I don’t think homecoming game Saturday. ning by more than a second Tennessee closed the gap ited him in Saturday’s game. anybody is worse than they Kickoff will be at 2:07 p.m. and a half in the 50 with a to 13-9 when James Wilhoit 20.78 and by three seconds in kicked a 27-yard field goal at the 100, touching the wall at 46.02. the 8:18 mark. “Tonight gave us a good On the next possession, VOTE MATT “K” KINSLAND idea of where we are right Tide quarterback John Parker now,” Porter said. “We’ve been Wilson hit receiver DJ Hall A&S SENATE through a dual meet situation, with a 19-yard pass for the we’ve gotten up and raced and first down. Kenneth Darby ran election date: “I promise I will be a voice for you in SGA” now we know what we have in for 2 yards, but Wilson threw Tuesday 24th front of us, what we have to two incomplete passes and Ferg T.V. Lounge work on.” From 9am - 8pm paid for by friends to elect Matt “K” Kinsland to A&S Senate