UNIVERSITY THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT NEWS OF UMKC April 4, 2011 Vol. 78, Issue 27

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CRIME IN KANSAS CITY Photo Illustration by Nathan Zoschke Facts, myths and student perceptions Nathan Zoschke victimized by crime, especially homicide and ag- kids in gangs? Personally, no, but I knew who they She said it was dark after her night classes in Asst. Production Manager/Copy Editor gravated assault. were. I tried to not follow that crowd.” the winter, and that several girls in her class would Eighty of Kansas City’s 106 homicide victims Herring said he expects violence in the city. carpool to the residence halls. Crime can be a problem in most major cities, in 2010 were Black, yet African-Americans only “I feel like we are in the city, so there’s going Lighting on the quad, she said, is poor, and and Kansas City is no exception. represent 30 percent of Kansas City’s population. to be violence,” Herring said, “but I feel like Reierson, like many UMKC students, has taken In 2010, homicides occurred, on average, once In contrast, Non-Hispanic Whites, who com- sometimes kids who aren’t from the city play it up. precautions. every three and a half days in Kansas City, Mo., prise 60 percent of Kansas City’s population, and Living here all my life, I’ve never been mugged or “I carry pepper spray, but obviously that only and aggravated assaults averaged nearly 10 per represented only 13 homicide victims. stabbed, and I’ve walked a lot of places. It happens does so much,” Reierson said. “I remember it day. Latinos represented 10 percent of Kansas to people who get involved in the crime.” would be night when I got out in my classes in the But such numbers are not unusual for a city City’s population in 2010 and accounted for 12 At UMKC, Herring said, it is the size of Kansas City, nor do they spell panic or homicide victims. One homicide victim was of frustrating when he sees students January-November crime statistics alarm. Asian descent. from outside the city exaggerate Crime rates in Kansas City have actually gone crime. show decrease in Kansas City crime A decrease in crime “It kind of annoys me when down over the past several decades, as they have To the surprise of some, crime in Kansas City kids are like, ‘We’re next to Troost, throughout the United States. is on the decline. Violent Crimes we’re going to die,” Herring said. “It The U.S. crime rate is at its lowest level since Monthly crime summaries from the Board 2008 2009 2010 Change makes people sound ignorant and 1973, but polls show Americans believe crime of Police Commissioners show a steady drop in Homicide 115 100 98 -15% it’s disrespectful to people who are has become worse. crime in recent years. Rape 248 276 224 -10% in the city. It makes people sound In 2010, Gallup.com, a website of polls and Violent crimes decreased 14 percent from Robbery 2,090 1,970 1.597 -24% dumb when they say stuff like public opinion, found 66 percent of Americans 2008 to 2010, and property crimes were down Agg. Assault 3,816 3,957 3,472 -9% ‘We’re going to get shot walking believed crime was increasing. seven percent. Non-agg. Assault 6,350 6,595 6,144 -3% through the parking lot.’ It’s But exactly how violent is Kansas City? Auto theft declined 37 percent, followed by Total 6,269 6,303 5,391 -14% annoying. It’s more gang violence “It’s just like any other big city,” Kansas City robbery, down 24 percent, and homicide and than someone’s going to the back Property Crime Police Sergeant Darrin Snapp said. non-negligent manslaughter, down 15 percent. seat of their car to get something. 2008 2009 2010 Change Here’s a more detailed look at crime in Kansas Rape, aggravated assault, non-aggravated as- It’s not like you’re going to get Burglary 7,467 7,231 6,902 -8% City: sault and burglary were also down 10, nine, three mugged. It’s more like you’ve being Stealing 16,463 15,937 16,560 +1% and eight percent, respectively. disrespectful to somebody and Auto Theft 4,347 3,527 2,755 -37% Statistics can be misleading However, stealing and arson were up one and Crime rates can be even more misleading, they have a mutual feeling.” Arson 299 297 326 +9% especially in a city like Kansas City, Mo. nine percent, respectively. Total 28,576 26,992 26,543 -7% The 2010 Census showed Kansas City proper This contrasts with other metro cities, which Crime and UMKC having 460,000 residents, compared with 320,000 have seen increases in crime. UMKC’s urban location has Combined Total 34,845 33,295 31,934 -8% in St. Louis, Missouri’s second largest city. made campus safety a more Growing up in the city pressing issue than at other But St. Louis only has 66 square miles. For some urban core residents, crime is an issue Source: Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners universities. Kansas City’s population is spread over more that has affected their livelihoods. For others, it’s Caitlyn Dunsford, a freshman Note: December 2010 data was not available than 300 square miles. something they see overblown in the media, an who grew up in northwest St. Louis Crime, however, is not spread out. outsider’s dystopian view of the inner city. County, said crime was an issue she thought about Half of Kansas City’s land area and nearly one- Freshman Kendall Herring said crime was winter. I actually got a ride once from the campus when visiting campus with her parents last year. third of its population are located north of the more noticeable when he moved to Kansas police when I was at the Miller Nichols library late “We worried about it to an extent,” Dunsford Missouri River, yet only two of Kansas City’s 106 City, Mo. after having lived in Grain Valley and at night. I don’t hear about many people taking said, “but when we went on our tour, they told us homicides in 2010 occurred north of the river. Grandview. advantage of that as a resource, which bothers crime wasn’t a problem on campus.” In other words, the northland’s low crime rate “We have a problem with our gangs,” Herring me.” Dunsford said she feels safe on campus, but she skews the city’s overall rate, which is substantially said. “When I started going to city schools, there Students can contact the campus police by notices a contrast when working at a daycare on higher in the urban core. were a lot of people representing the streets where dialing 816-235-1515. the Paseo. But there are also many disparities in crime they’re from. There were a lot people taking pride Blue call boxes located throughout the campus The difference in crime, she said, can be as little south of the river. in the street that they lived on, and that caused a allow students to contact an officer without as one city block. Some neighborhoods, such as Brookside and lot of our crime.” dialing. “If you literally go a block east, the difference, the Country Club Plaza, had very low crime rates. Herring, who lived near downtown, said he For more information on campus safety, check in my opinion, is pretty catastrophic,” Dunsford But other popular neighborhoods, like West- never personally experienced crime, although it out said of the daycare. www.umkc.edu/adminservices/police/. port and Southwest Boulevard, were marked as was something he was aware of. Lori Reierson, who graduated from Shawnee [email protected] aggravated assault hot spots on a map in the police Gangs, he said, had a presence at Paseo High Mission North High School in Overland Park, department’s Homicide Quarterly. School, where he graduated. Kan., said crime is an issue she is more cautious African-Americans are disproportionately “It was a city school,” Herring said. “Did I know of on campus. April 4, 2011 NEWS 3

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for the future The new Cherry Street Parking Structure will replace the current Oak Street Parking Mark Linville News Editor pedestrians to Bixby Lane. Another bridge will Structure. Designed by construction firm JE Dunn, the project is rescheduled to be lead pedestrians to the stairs (between Cherry completed in August 2012. Immediately after commencement ceremonies Street Office Building and Oak Street Residence in May, the current Oak Street parking structure Hall) near University Way at the entrance to the and lot will be demolished and construction for Student Union. the new Cherry Street parking structure will Secured bike storage and secured shower begin. facilities for those individuals will be located in Everything about parking on the Volker the new structure. Campus will change to accommodate the Adequate ADA compliant disability parking construction in anticipation of structure’s opening will be available as well as three elevators for easier in August 2012. use for wheelchair accessibility. Below are things you need to know in order to The structure will have three entrances; the utilize parking starting this summer. main entrance will be off of Oak Street, with other Demolition will begin on May 16, 2011; this entrances on Cherry and 50th Streets. means the Volker campus will lose over 700 In addition to parking, the Offices for the spaces until the construction is complete. UMKC Police Department and Mail and The Cherry Street parking structure will a lot Addressing Services will relocate from the 4825 1500 parking spaces, doubling the amount of Troost Building the lower level of the Cherry Street parking structure. current spaces and then some. An aerial view of the new Cherry Street parking structure coming in August 2012. The In addition to traditional vehicles, the structure The structure will have surveillance with structure will have a total of 2,500 spaces, twice the number of the Oak Street Parking allows for alternative fuel vehicle use, possessing security cameras on every level and every ramp. Structure at 50th and Oak Streets. 12 Alternative vehicle charging stations. Keep reading “Park It!” in future issues The new structure will feature two covered for updates on parking pass prices and space walkways, one which will end at the sidewalk availability. near the Performing Arts Center, connecting [email protected]

One of the planned pedestrian bridges for the Cherry Street Parking Structure, leading The floor plan for the office space that will house the UMKC Police Department, UMKC to the Performing Arts Center. The other bridge will travel between the Cherry Street Mailing and Addressing Services and other amenities. Office Building and Oak Street Resident Hall to the Student Union. Rendering courtesy of Parking Operations 4 NEWS Vol. 78, Issue 27 Briefly Mentioned Police Blotter UMKC Professor ZhiQiang Chen works to prevent scour – Mark Linville News Editor the number one cause of bridge collapse Kasim Hardaway Asst. News Editor Upon reviewing past structural collapses in the Chen will work with students on forming the March 18 U.S., it has been noted that foundation scour is the foundational bridge systems, and will also work In 2007, the I-35W Mississippi River Bridge in leading cause of bridge collapse. in partnership with hydraulic and geotechnical 4:59 p.m. Larceny Minnesota collapsed, bringing national attention According to Chen, in Missouri alone, more engineers on field surveys and physical testing. A person was arrested at the University to bridge safety. than 1,000 bridges are prone to bridge collapse Chen joined UMKC in 2010. Center after stealing stickers from UMKC Assistant Professor of the School from foundation scour. Before coming to the university he worked a staff member’s license plate. of Computing and Engineering’s (SCE) “The design, analysis and performance as a postdoctoral researcher and conducted 7:53 p.m. Suspicious Activity Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, evaluation methods for scoured bridges research in soil-structure system modeling and A student reported an individual following ZhiQiang Chen, developed and proposed ways significantly lag behind in our community,” identification. and staring at him in the Bloch School. to prevent further bridge collapse through the Chen said. “One of the reviewers of this proposal In 2009, Chen received a Ph.D. in Structural elimination of foundation scour. Scour is the actually commented that the proposed research is Engineering from the University of California, March 19 removal of sediment by swiftly moving water. very timely. The long-term goal, beyond this pilot San Diego. He also completed his dissertation at Chen has received great recognition for his project, is to establish UMKC as a national center the University of California titled, “Identifying 11:43 a.m. Illness research and findings. Chen has also received a focusing on scoured bridge system research.” Structural Damage from Image.” A staff member at the University $25,900 grant from the University of Missouri Modeling scoured bridge systems is a highly Chen’s engineering focus lies in structural Center was taken to the hospital Research Board for “Design-oriented Scoured demanding and rigorous project. systems performance, performance-based after feeling dizzy and nauseous. Foundation Modeling for Bridge Performance According to Public Relations, a cross- design and earthquake engineering and civil 8:03 p.m. Injury Analysis.” disciplinary computational approach involving infrastructure condition and disaster assessment A resident of the Oak Place Apartments The project will receive funding for a year and hydraulic, geotechnical and structural engineering through imaging and visual computing. was taken to the hospital by suitemates will be initiated this summer. is required to complete such a project. [email protected] after falling in the shower. March 20 11:46 p.m. Illness A resident of Johnson Residence Hall was taken to the hospital after Google Fiber comes to having an irregular heartbeat. March 21 4:08 p.m. Illness A student was taken to the hospital after having a panic attack in the University Center. March 22 3:33 p.m. Larceny A faculty member left her purse and several other items unattended in the Student Union. March 24 Kansas (that is) 1:10 p.m. Illness A resident of the Oak Street Residence Hall was taken to the hospital after getting upset and gasping for air. March 28 Noon Property Damage Nathan Zoschke West. City, Mo. and Overland Park, Kan. Officers discovered two university Asst. Production Manager/Copy Editor Income started pouring in, but the city’s The selection, however, has been attributed to vehicles with flat tires in the old problems didn’t disappear. the Unified Government’s consolidated control of maintenance building parking lot. In 1997, the city of Kansas City, Kan.(KCK) In 2000, KCK had the lowest per capita income the city and county’s utilities, which will ease the 1:39 p.m. Illness was on the verge of collapse. The smaller twin of of any metro city, two-thirds that of Kansas implementation of Google’s fiber-optic network. A staff member of Miller Nichols Library was Kansas City, Mo., had suffered from population City, Mo., and half that of neighboring Johnson The Unified Government voted unanimously taken to the hospital after choking on food. decline and the closing of several major industries, County, Kan. to allow Google to move forward with the project, And, apart from Cerner’s proposed of which cost estimates run upwards of $100 4:10 p.m. Suspicious Party leaving the city cash-strapped. Members of a religious group were reportedly But in 1997, things started to change. development near Village West, few high-paying million. bothering students at Miller Nichols Library. The county and city governments merged and jobs have been created in KCK. Construction will begin in 2012 and will formed the Unified Government of Wyandotte Most of the new jobs have been low-paying continue throughout the next decade. County, streamlining bureaucracy and cutting service sector jobs, although that may soon KCK public schools will have free access March 31 costs. change. to Google Fiber, and local businesses and 1:40 p.m. Chemical Spill The NASCAR Kansas Speedway race track Last week, Google announced KCK as the homeowners will be given competitive pricing A container of carbon dioxide could not was built, and massive tax breaks were given to test site for its Google Fiber high-speed Internet options. be closed after experimental use. create the Village West development on the city’s service, which is roughly 100 times faster than The economic implications of the decision [email protected] western fringe. conventional broadband. are tremendous. KCK Mayor Joe Reardon has Soon after, KCK averaged 10 million visitors KCK was chosen from a list of more than 1,000 referred to Google’s decision as a “game changer.” per year, and 6,000 jobs were created by Village cities, which also included neighboring Kansas [email protected] April 4, 2011 NEWS 5 Student Organization Profile: Panhellenic Council Financial Corner Each week, the Students in the Free Enterprise Executive Board members of National Panhellenic Council. Photo courtesy of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs (SIFE) Team from the Henry W. Bloch School of Management, with assistance from a group of respected business people, will answer your Benjamin Campero requirements to be an active member. Chi Omega chapter president and 2011 Miss financial questions. Contributing Writer They help their members focus on school UMKC Lydia DeGarmo. “It’s hard to know and maintain a good academic standing. people and by being part of the Panhellenic With tax season upon us, what The UMKC Fraternity and Sorority Affairs, The average GPA of all sororities in fall 2010 sororities you meet people, get more was 3.262, compared with the 3.135 average of connections and it gives you things to do like are some common mistakes a part of the Office of Student Involvment, has made when filing taxes? a total of 16 Fraternities and Sororities that fall all undergraduate female students at UMKC. community service and leadership activities, Sisterhood is another important element for which helps you enroll on campus, besides just Many common mistakes are made when filing into three governing councils. taxes that can cause unnecessary stress and lead to One council in particular, the National Pan- members of the Panhellenic chapters, and each going home after school.” of its chapters seek to develop among members. If you are interested in getting involved issues with receiving your tax refund. hellenic Conference (NPC), or Panhellenic, is We will address a few of the most common comprised of four sororities; Alpha Delta Pi, As lifelong sorority sisters, members create in Panhellenic and having a great college lasting memories and friendships within the experience, a formal recruitment takes place mistakes in this week. Chi Omega, Delta Zeta, and Alpha Sigma Al- Often the most common mistake people pha. Panhellenic community. every year in August. Panhellenic chapters have a strong emphasis Interested people will have the opportunity make when filing taxes is filing after the The Panhellenic sororities at UMKC deadline. offer leadership opportunities, service to the on community service. of meeting each of the four Panhellenic Chi Omega has a philanthropy event called Chapters. 1.The deadline for filing taxes is usually April community and a great college experience to “Walking for a Wish,” which benefits the During this process, there are several 15. If this day falls on a weekend or a government their members and students. holiday, it will be the next business day. This year the “Cooperation for furthering fraternity life, in national Make a Wish Foundation. events that help students learn more about Big Man on Campus is a male beauty Panhellenic such as the Panhellenic Fashion deadline is April 18. harmony with its best possibilities, is the deal By not filing your taxes on time, you can quickly that shall guide our fraternity activities” is the pageant held by Delta Zeta that benefits the Show, Panhellenic Orientation, Open House/ Children’s Mercy’s Speech & Hearing Division. Philanthropy Round, Sisterhood Showcase accrue penalty and interest on top of your taxes. If Panhellenic Creed, which defines many of the you do not file, you will not receive a refund. organization’s standards, objectives and goals. Being a member of a Panhellenic chapter Round, the Preference Day and the Bid Night. gives support and inspiration to members to For more information, please visit www. Scholarship, leadership, community service Two other common mistakes when filing and sisterhood are the four pillars in which each enroll in other Campus Leadership Activities. npcwomen.org/ or www.umkc.edu/getinvolved/ “The biggest thing about being Greek and panhellenic/Welcome.html. taxes deal with mathematical errors and chaptere of NPC were founded on. incorrect or missing information. Each of the Panhellenic Chapters has its being part of a Panhellenic Sorority is that [email protected] it helps you know people on campus,” said 2.Even with the many computer programs that own scholarship opportunities and GPA help people prepare their taxes, math mistakes are still common due to not carefully checking information and correct numbers. Also making sure to completely fill out all forms is Other News very important. Make sure you sign your tax return and if you file jointly, both signatures are required. Former head of Kansas City University of Medicine and By not correctly filing your social security number or account and routing numbers (for the Biosciences charged with stealing $1.5 million direct deposit option of your refund amount into your bank account), you can cause significant Kasim Hardaway Asst.News Editor “Pletz did not make these charitable University has made available evidence that delays and, depending on the situation, you could donations, in fact the university made the caused the University’s termination of Ms. Pletz even forfeit your refund. On Thursday April 31, former president and charitable donations. Pletz then submitted in 2009, along with evidence uncovered during Missing information can also keep you from CEO Karen Pletz of the Kansas City University fraudulent statements to the university, and the civil lawsuits that followed that termination.” receiving extra money back. of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB) was received a reimbursement of $65,000 dollars for Attorney Brandon J.B. Boulware of Rouse That is why it is very important to make sure you charged with a 24-count indictment against the the donations that she did not actually make,” Hendricks German May, representative of Pletz, take advantage of all possible deductions. university. Phillips said. had the following to say this past Thursday: According to “NBC Actions News,” Pletz has A lawsuit was filed by the university for the “With today’s indictment, the federal The last common mistake is filing under garnered over $1.5 million from the university supposed allegations. government has injected itself into the civil the wrong status. While this process is during her employment. The KCUMB Board of Trustees voted litigation dispute between KCUMB and its fairly straightforward making sure to Sources say this was done through unanimously for the termination of Pletz in former President, Karen Pletz. All of the issues correctly3. file your status is important. “unauthorized compensation payments as December 2009 after allegations of incorrect raised in the indictment are also the subject of Based upon how you file your status helps to well as reimbursements from the university for self-compensation surfaced. the ongoing IRS audit of KCUMB and its board determine certain deductions that you are eligible personal expenses and fraudulent charitable “The grand jury’s charges handed down of trustees as well as the civil lawsuit, which for. contributions. She is also accused of tax today speak for themselves in describing a after filing one year ago KCUMB has done While filing taxes may seem overbearing, there violations and money laundering.” sophisticated pattern of alleged deception and everything in its power to avoid litigating.” are many resources to help you through this process. U.S. Attorney Beth Phillips explained the misconduct on the part of Karen Pletz,” said “It is unfortunate, in our view, that local There are computer programs (such as Turbo 24-count indictment. KCUMB council member, and partner with the federal prosecutors would choose to spend Tax) and businesses (such as H&R Block) that can It includes four counts of money laundering Berkowitz Oliver firm, Jeff Morris. public resources on a case like this when there help you through this stressful time of year. ($1.4 million in pay fraud, $50,000 in travel A counter-suit was filed by Pletz against are other, legitimate processes already at work to The IRS also offers free assistance in Taxpayer fraud and $65,000 in charity fraud). the university, which she claims wrongfully resolve the issues in dispute. Ms. Pletz denies and Assistance Offices (TAC) in Kansas City and Pletz was also charged with 16 counts of theft terminated her, and that the accusations will fight the government’s charges, and pleads around the country for those making less than from the university, one count of attempting to presented against her were blown out of not guilty to any federal crimes,” Boulware said. $49,000. For more information, visit www.irs.gov. obstruct the administration of internal revenue, proportion. Pletz has pleaded not guilty to the charges. and three counts of providing false information “KCUMB has cooperated fully with the [email protected] E-mail your questions to the Student in Free Enterprise Team at [email protected]. on tax returns. government’s investigation,” Morris said. “The 6 NEWS Vol. 78, Issue 27 Campus History How UKC became UMKC Jacquelyn Hoermann Staff Writer Negotiations were in process with the unidentified junior college, but the Star also The University of Missouri-Kansas City has a discussed the MU merger. deep history dating back over 78 years. The same article said the MU merger was The subject of how UMKC became the favored by the community. university it is today may be the most crucial. In a March 6, 1963 issue of the U-News, editor “Unfortunately, it’s not a tale that is easily Bill Isenhour said the UKC Board of Trustees told… or quickly told,” said UMKC Senior announced the plans to merge. Archive Specialist Tonya Crawford. “Missouri Governor John Dalton delivered a UMKC has not always been UMKC. special message to a joint meeting of the Senate The University was first chartered in 1929 and House, urging them to appropriate the and in 1933 the first 265 students enrolled at the $7,100,000 necessary for the completion of the University of Kansas City (UKC). merger,” Isenhour said. UKC was a private, co-ed institution sitting on Isenhour claims if UKC had not accepted the the same campus as present-day UMKC. merger, the state would have established another But thirty years after the first students branch of the University of Missouri in the Kansas enrolled, UKC changed. City area. UKC merged with the University of Missouri “[Rejecting the current offer] would have Above: Rendering of the new (MU) and became a public institution. virtually killed the chances of the University male dormitory, later Cherry The name of the University of Kansas City was receiving favorable consideration later,” he said. Street Resident Hall in 1956. The building is now being converted officially changed to the University of Missouri That same year the University of Missouri-St. to offices for the College of Arts Kansas City on July 25, 1963. Louis joined the UM System as a new university. and Sciences and Department of Why did UKC drop its independent status to In 1964, the University of Missouri School Psychology and Social Work. become an affiliate of MU? of Mines and Metallurgy also joined the UM The history of this change is full of conflicting System, and was renamed the University of Left: The 1957 cheer squad with answers. Missouri-Rolla. the UKC kangaroo. According to a feature in The 1964 Kangaroo, In an article written for the Star on May 22, Below: The first Student Union the university’s yearbook, UKC had several 1968, the Education Editor Patricia Jansen Doyle was originally a military building reasons for making the change. said UMKC is the “frustrated middle child, shipped from the Lake City standing part way in development between the Ordinance Plant at Lake Chowder First, “limited available financial resources” near Neosho, Mo. The Student were cited. fledgling undergraduate campus in St. Louis and Union was one of five buildings At that point, UKC had not received a financial the mature, diversified campus in Columbia.” shipped from the plant. endowment from any donors or contributing One can only imagine how different UMKC organization. would be today if the UKC of the early 1960s had After three decades in operation, the university not accepted the merger proposal. required an endowment or additional financial [email protected] assistance to cover “spiraling costs.” Future development and the improvement of various programs of study would require additional financial assistance that was unavailable. Second, merging with MU would provide lower tuition rates. Private education tuition costs were kept as low as possible during UKC’s existence, but even this rate was too high for the “thousands of eligible students in the community who could not afford to go elsewhere.” The university’s history page, www.umkc.edu/ history, adds the merger with MU did increase enrollment rates by almost 50 percent. Third, the state of Missouri was faced with flooding enrollment rates at the collegiate level. The state was interested in expanding post- secondary educational opportunities. UKC’s acceptance of the merger would entitle the University to financial support from state taxes. UKC struggled financially, but it did consider all available options. For instance, UKC administrators discussed a merger with a local community college. A Jan. 30, 1962 article in The Kansas City Star, says the community college merger was “a Left: A map of the UKC William Volker campus in the 1950s, prior to the transition to previously unpublicized plan to affiliate the Junior the University of Missouri system. Note the absence of buildings west of Cherry Street. college with the University of Kansas City.” Photos courtesy University News April 4, 2011 NEWS 7 Campus Fact: Find us on Facebook! Kasim Hardaway • Second 5-week session: June 27 – July 29 Asst. News Editor • First 4-week session: June 6 – July 1 • Second 4-week session: July 5 – July 29 • 8-week session: June 6 – July 29 UMKC Summer Session According to the summer session Many collegiate academic years are website, in-state tuition will be avail- limited to a fall and spring semester. able for the summer. Undergraduate However, UMKC offers a summer and graduate students from these session in order for students to get Kansas counties can receive in-state ahead, get caught up or stay on track tuition rates: Atchison, Douglas, in their studies. Franklin, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Within the summer session there Leavenworth, Miami, Osage, Shaw- is an assortment of classes and times nee and Wyandotte. which allows for all students to find To find out specific details in - re a appropriate schedule that fits in gards to the summer session or what their summer plans. UMKC hosts classes you should register contact an five different sessions throughout the advisor at 816-235-1111. summer: two five-week sessions, two Visit www.umkc.edu/summer-ses- four-week sessions, and one eight- sion/ to browse the course catalog, week session. register for classes, check your finan- The dates of these sessions are as cial aid status for the summer session follows: status and buy your books. • First 5-week session: May 23 – June 26 [email protected] Nowfor fall 2011 hiring semester Semester-long positions:

Production Manager Looking for individuals with an interest in graphic design. Must be thick-skinned, free on the weekends and know how to use Adobe inDesign and Photoshop. Production Assistant Looking for individuals with an interest in graphic design. Must be thick-skinned, free on the weekends, know how to use Adobe inDesign and Photoshop, be able to take direction, and edit photos. Copy Editor Looking for someone who has experience with AP style, and has exceptional spelling and grammar. Must be detail-oriented. News Editor Looking for individuals who are in the know. Someone who is not scared to present hard facts and current, relevant news.

Assistant News Editor Looking for individuals who have a knack for news, can take direction, and are not scared to present hard facts and current, relevant news.

Arts & Entertainment Editor Looking for individuals who love art, music, film and anything else cool about UMKC and the Kansas City area.

Sports Editor Looking for someone who loves UMKC and community sports and is well-versed in sports terminology.

Forum Editor Looking for an individual who is open and accepting of other people’s opinions.

These positions require knowledge of AP style and Sunday availability. A résumé and letter of intent for any of these positions is due by April 23. Please email [email protected]

All positions are paid. April 4, 2011 A&E 9 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Life is a... CABARET

Kate Lawler Production Manager like the Kit Kat Club were purged from society and the sorrow that was the World The KC Rep’s latest production, War II Holocaust ensued. “Cabaret,” opened to a packed house “Cabaret” has a long history in the on March 25. The musical explores late performing arts community. 1920s, early 1930s Berlin at the height of Based off the novel of the same name entertainment culture during the pit of written by Joe Masteroff and adapted from economic strife. a number of similar productions, “Cabaret” While the setting acts as a character in is a staple in the world of musicals. and of itself, it also revolves around the The songs were written by John Kander, relationship between an American novelist a Kansas City native, and Fred Ebb. Ebb and searching for inspiration and a British Kander were the longest running playwrite import wayward performer, whose free and songwriting team working together for spirit throws the audience for a loop. 50 years. They won numerous Tony, Emmy Main character novelist Clifford and Grammy awards and co-wrote hits Bradshaw, played by Claybourne Elder, such as“Chicago,” “New York, New York” seems unsure of himself but slowly gains and “The Scottsboro Boys.” understanding throughout the musical. Cabaret also made its debut on the silver While struggling with his sexual identity, screen in 1972, starring Liza Minnelli and Bradshaw meets Sally Bowles, a British Bob Fosse. Kander and Ebb wrote new import bouncing and performing from songs for the film, abandoning some of the place to place played by Kara Lindsay. other songs from the stage production. Bradshaw quickly develops a bond with The KC Rep brings a unique spin to the Bowles superseding sexual identity labels successful play incorporating a unique 360 and friendship. degree, rotating theater-in-the-round stage. Several subplots emerge throughout In addition there is alternative seating, the first act including another romance giving those who chose, the opportunity between a landlord and her gentleman to become part of the production, sitting friend. on stage for a different perspective of the Fraulein Schneider, played by Hollis performance. Resnik, is a lonely landlady intent on The first act started out with a bang, making her own way in Berlin’s struggling between the set and strong vocals, economy. Though the strong-willed especially from Lindsay and Resnik. The Schneider seems immune to love, Herr audience were captivated. The middle of Schultz, played by Gary Neal Johnson the first act lagged despite the bright lights makes his way into her heart through exotic and rotating stage but picked up the pace gifts of a fruit nature. ending in a cliffhanger. Though the musical is peppered In addition to the musical, the Nelson- with comedic relief, it is the relationship Atkins Museum of Art is presenting an between Schneider and Schultz that exhibition on April 3 at 2 p.m. called were sure to bring laughter during the “Declaring War on Art: Hitler, the Cabaret performance. Their romance is depicted and Degenerate Art.” Jan Schall Ph.D. and through songs like “It Couldn’t Please Me curator of Modern and Contemporary Art More,” which sprouted from Schultz’ latest at the Nelson-Atkins will present “Berlin gift, a pineapple. Cabaret and Life between the Wars” at the Lightness takes a sharp turn at the Spencer Theatre on April 2 after the 2 p.m. end of the first act when the reality of performance. Germany’s political climate came into play. Cabaret runs through Sunday April 10 In bold contrast to the economy, the Berlin at the Spencer Theatre. On stage seating is entertainment scene was skyrocketing with between $30 and $70 and regular house Above: Master of ceremonies, played by Brian Sills clubs like the Kit Kat Club, depicted in the seats are $10 for students and $20 to $60 at the Kit Kat Club. musical. for non-students. Bottom right: Sally Bowles played by Kara Lindsay. However, when Adolf Hitler came into [email protected] Photos courtesy KC Rep power, creative and controversial venues 10 A&E Vol. 78, Issue 27 Bright lights with Bright Eyes Sarah Ashlock A&E Editor expensive now to sell / Set fire to the preacher Despite the rock-star who is promising us hell / Into the ear of every atmosphere, it was still ap- On Saturday, April 2, the beloved indie band anarchist that sleeps but doesn't dream / We must parent we were witnessing Bright Eyes sang their way into KC hearts at the sing, we must sing, we must sing” and make the the Saddle Creek Records’ Uptown Theater. whole crowd sullen. band. I’ve been a Bright Eyes fan for eight years. I There were a few moments like this. When This was especially remember riding the bus on the way to a debate he sang “Lua,” one of my favorites, it felt like the evident when Oberst ex- tournament sophomore year of high school and Conor we always knew and loved. He has the dis- pressed his political views. listening to “Haligh, Haligh, a Lie, Haligh” on seri- tinct ability to connect with the listener in a way After the Arizona Immigra- ous repeat. very few live performers can perfect. There were tion Law was passed, Oberst Most Bright Eyes followers would agree the beautiful moments when it felt as though he was along with other artists re- band has gone through a transformation from singing directly to me, when the rest of the crowd fused to play in Ariz. due to a fragility and simplicity in lead singer Conor faded and only his creative genius was left. the policy. Oberst’s voice to a more complex and polished Certainly, though, it was different than old Before playing an ener- sound. school fans would’ve expected. The majority of gized “Old Soul Song (For In 2000, “Fevers and Mirrors,” the album that the songs, no matter how somber they were on the New World Order),” he hooked me, was rough around the edges—in a the albums, had an upbeat intensity that created exclaimed his views of Kris good way. Oberst had a desperate sound which unexpected high energy. Kobach who wrote the con- helped create angsty teenage fans. In addition to the fast-paced spirit, they visually troversial Arizona Immigra- Eleven years later, Bright Eyes has released heightened your senses as well. Various colored tion Law: “People’s Key” on Feb. 15 after a three-year hia- lights bounced off two petal-shaped structures “Kris Kobach…we’re com- tus, where Oberst pursued other projects such as and the background was a Technicolor fantasy. ing for you motherf***er.” It Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band. Various images would flash on the screen behind was refreshing to see an art- Mike Mogis, Conor Oberst and Nate Walcott of Bright Eyes. After such devoted listening, I had no idea the band, the coolest being when live video of the ist unashamed of his beliefs Photo courtesy Google Images what to expect of their live performance. Part members would play whilst being artistically and and he helped create a more of me wanted it to be the old Bright Eyes way. I digitally altered in some fashion. personable connection with listeners. Either way, he is a lyrical magician and will always wanted Oberst to stand with his acoustic guitar Besides the greatness that is Oberst, I was I can’t help but say that I miss the miserable explain emotional and social issues a little bit un- at the front of a barren stage, scream with a crack- blown away by the talent of the other members— Conor who always touched my angsty soul, but like and more ingeniously than most. ing voice “We must take all of / the medicines too especially the skillfully played electric guitar. a mature and developed sounding Conor loved. [email protected] Word Up Kasim Hardaway flowers are limitless to the beauty they can Asst. News Editor showcase to the world. People and animals alike feel a new time A season to rejoice approaching, a time to be merry and in high The world tilts closer to its radiant mother spirits. who provides an affectionate embrace. Its sur- Animals quickly emerge from the bitter win- face warms, bringing forth a more temperate ter forests to express their gaiety. and enjoyable time of year. As the sun rises, flocks of birds rejoice in A time of rebirth, renewal and regrowth. song as family of wild deer gallop through open Nature has transitioned from its callous cy- plains. cle to a new and effervescent period. Above them in the bright open sky, large gray Dull neutral monochromes start to dwindle masses materialize with force and pour down away as they are replaced with shades of vibrant upon the earth along with strikes of light and colors that express a sense of joy and happiness. clashes of sound. The air is no longer pungent and dry; it has The bodies of water below began to warm become smooth and has developed a refreshing and call the inhabitants of the world to play taste. No matter how refreshing it has started to with them in such a temperate season. become, you can never get your fill, it leaves you The earth wants to flourish with peace and craving for more. love once again. It’s not too hot and not too cold, Springtime is here. not too wet and not too dry, Now, let’s welcome it with open arms. The temperature is ideal, It won’t stay for long, so grasp on to nature’s An ideal shared by all of the inhabitants of arm and take the stunning season while it last, the world. because… Springtime is here. Flowers start to blossom and show their Now, let’s welcome it with open arms. vivid petals. Untamed by the harsh frost, these [email protected]

Do you have creative writing under 500 words? Submit yours to A&E Editor Sarah Ashlock at [email protected] and your work could be featured in “Word Up.” April 4, 2011 A&E 11 Grab a bite at Graffiti Grill

Sam Towns Staff Writer The Grill’s owners, Shane and Stephanie Kesterson, former owners and operators of Castaways Marina and Grill up on The outside world is dirty. Streets are littered with garbage, Smithville Lake, also have plans to host musical acts with a $5 drunkards are stumbling along the city sidewalks and graffiti cover throughout the week beginning with their first hosted is rearing its ugly head on every building. Sound appetizing? show, which is a band called The Shanks, on April 1 and 2. Well, it is appetizing. On April 8 and 9 they’re hosing Eric Wimberly, the 15th and Graffiti Grill, which hosted its grand opening April 1, is a 16th, Garry Lincoln with Micah Burdick, the 22nd and 23rd, fabulous new restaurant located at 3535 Broadway in Kansas the Harvey’s and the 29th and 30th is blues player Billy Beale. City, Mo., just north of Chubby’s. This restaurant has taken On their website, www.graffitigrillkc.com, they state, “good the misunderstood urban art scene and thrown it up all over. music only enhances the experience.” Almost every wall within Graffiti Grill brandishes a unique Their happy hour specials are from 4-7p.m., Monday creation sprayed by local graffiti artists. Among the KC street through Friday. artists who contributed are Aaron Sutton, Collin Currier and Monday’s special has been dubbed Martini Mondays John Hulsey. Even the sign that points towards the restroom where every Monday you can enjoy $2 off all martinis. was created with spray paint cans. Hulsey’s giant parrot Turbo Tuesdays follow the very next day where vodka/ graphic leads guests to the bathroom with its giant wing energy drinks are going for only $4. stretched towards sweet, sweet release. Wednesdays have been renamed Well Wednesdays where The lunch menu at Graffiti Grill mostly consists of in the dead center of your work week you can enjoy $3 well American food: burgers, hotdogs and fries. But after 5 p.m., drinks from the 4 -7 p.m. the restaurant begins its dinner menu, which includes a Thirsty Thursdays are just around the corner, though, delicious salmon dish and even a scrumptious steak special. where you can take advantage of $2 Domestics and $3 import Among the other delicacies offered are a queenie vegetinni, bottles. which is a vegetarian’s delight, consisting of cappelini tossed Don’t forget that Fab Friday’s just a day away where all draft with olive oil, tomatoes, basil, fresh garlic and feta cheese; a beers are $1 off! chicken sabotaz, which is a pan seared chicken breast covered Psycho Saturday is a fantastic way to kick start your in red onion, red pepper, and a white wine, lemon garlic sauce Saturday night plans with $6 Domestic Pitchers and a bloody and topped with provolone cheese; and a cappelini piccati, mary bar from 11 a.m. to 5pm. which is a mouth-watering angel hair pasta tangled with Graffiti Grill is fine dining at its finest. Have a burger, enjoy artichoke hearts, mushrooms, chicken and broccoli, served in some artwork and leave full, educated and satisfied. a creamy alfredo sauce. [email protected] Top: Outside view of Graffiti Grill. Photos by Sam Towns Bottom: Inside view of Graffiti Grill. Making Movies and Pop Pistol own the night Samuel Towns Staff Writer tinged with calm, subtly charged, guitar riffs now dedication to touring and making took on a new, more exuberant life. personal connections with fans. On occasion, I’ll find myself in a bar, chatting Pop Pistol stood, tip-toed with no shoes on, For one of their songs, Making up with a pretty lady. And if I like her, I’ll phase surrounded by guitar cords and amp boxes. He Movies played a cover of Bob out the live music playing in the background and almost looked affected by the eerie red light that Marley’s classic “Is This Love.” focus my attention on her. washed over him. It seemed to cast a spell that The lead singer, Enrique Chi, gave However, if I become uninterested, I’ll shift my overtook his control. Whatever power took him Marley’s tune a twist by singing it in focus more toward the band on stage. over was certainly a force to be reckoned with. a totally different style. It still retained But on March 25, my attention never drifted The headliner, a popular local act called the same mood as the original, and it from the recordBar’s stage. Making Movies, held every ounce of the KC set everyone in the bar dancing. The opening band was an ethereal sounding crowd’s attention. Members include Enrique Chi Many of Making Movies’ songs Making Movies. Photo courtesy Making Movies three piece called Pop Pistol. on guitar and lead vox, Brendan Culp on drums, shift between Spanish and English Many of Pop Pistols’ tracks begin as calming Nic Kolar on bass and Juan-Carlos Chaurand on lyrics, reflecting the band’s bicultural guitar strumming. “Tormenta” has some lovely waves of echoic sounds that slowly transition into percussion and keyboard. They have found great heritage. moments that flawlessly fade into a breakdown heavier, guitar-driven madness accompanied by success, recently appearing on the cover of Star For one of song, “Libertad,” Chi chants the that builds up again. precise drum work. Magazine, attending the Latin Grammy Awards Spanish word for freedom (libertad) over and Both “Worry for Me” and “Tormenta” come One of the more potent tracks, titled “Mitote,” and even featured on AOL Música. over in rhythm to each kick of the bass drum. The from their album titled “In Deo Speramus,” features the lyrics, “I see through you; Hallelujah,” They played a dynamic set with an enthusiastic, repetition of the word acts like a rallying cry and which is available for free download at www. and offers up that same kind of segway from a pumped up energy that left the audience awash in with Chi’s arm in the air, pumping up and down, makingmoviesband.com. more spacey guitar to a heavier rock-driven sound. rapturous bliss. the entire crowd chants along with the band, As “Mitote” reached its peak energy, the lead One thing was clear- Making Movies has a “libertad!” [email protected] singer, known only as Pop Pistol, began jumping cult-like following, with quite a college-aged Other notable tracks they played that night about on stage, wildly flailing his guitar, but with following committed to seeing their KC sets. include “Worry for Me,” which opens with a effortless control. The empty space that once It is no surprise, considering the band’s zealous sick bass guitar from Kolar that leads into heavy 12 A&E Vol. 78, Issue 27

Professor Profile: Xanath Caraza de Holland Benjamin Campero Contributing Writer

Learning a second language may be easy and enjoyable for some, but it can be hard, frustrating and disappointing for others. Learning a language requires time, patience and effort, but the rewards of learning a second language are priceless. Professor Xánath Caraza de Holland teaches Spanish II and Intermediate Conversation and Composition II at UMKC. Originally from Xalapa Veracruz, Mexico, Professor Caraza came to UMKC in 2002 to get her Master’s in Romance Languages. After graduat- ing, she started teaching assistant, later became a professor. “I love and enjoy teaching,” Caraza said. “I like to help people discover the Latino culture through language. Becoming proficient in a second Photo by Benjamin Campero language is like living in two worlds; you’re in two languages all the time.” “Learn as many languages as you others. can and enjoy the process of learning,” Caraza said an important part of her Caraza suggests. “Learning a second job is to “Promote Latino culture and language will open the world and give Latino writers.” you many opportunities in many ways, “We Latinos create art, books, lit- personally and professionally. ” erature, theater and film industry,” she Besides teaching, Professor Caraza added. expresses her passion for literature and Students like Sydney Llewellyn, the Spanish language through poetry, a communication studies and Span- short stories and fiction. ish double major, enjoy how Caraza Her works have been published in shares the Latino culture and encour- important magazines, blogs and news- ages students to learn more about it. papers like www.circulodepoesia.com, a “Señora Caraza does a great job of literature site in Mexico. making her students aware of the ex- Her work has also been published citing Latino events in Kansas City,” in Pegaso, a journal of the University of Llewellyn said. “For example, Profes- Oklahoma, in its 2009 and 2010 annu- sor Caraza once invited us to a Spanish al editions. She has published work in poetry reading where she was reading Pilgrimage Magazine, Quercus Review, her own poetry. In her classes we not La Bloga and Utah Foreign Language only learn Spanish as a language, but Review, among others. we also acquire cultural knowledge.” Among some of her works one can Her knowledge, experience, in- find: “Woman’s Work: The Short Sto- volvement and passion for the Latino ries” (Gril child press, 2010), “Cuentos culture and the Spanish language in- del Centro: Stories from the Latino spire her students to enjoy learning a Heartland” (Scapegoat Press, 2009), second language. “Primera Página: Poetry from the Caraza motivates students to im- Latino Heartland” (Scapegoat Press, merse themselves into the Latino cul- 2008) and “Más Allá de las Fronteras” ture, helps them get a better perspec- (Ediciones Nuevo Espacio, 2004). tive of Spanish language and Latino She is a member of several Spanish culture and makes learning a second language organizations, including La- language interesting, enjoyable and tino Writers Collective, American Lit- challenging. erary Translators Association (ALTA), [email protected] Writers Place and Con Tinta among April 4, 2011 A&E 13 2011 Kansas City Film Fest preview

Stephanie Hughes Film Coalition to create a festival that would documentary film “Starting at the Finish Line: in Royall Hall, as he’s been involved with the film Contributing Writer be playfully competitive, entertaining and The Coach Buelher Story.” fest ever since. educational for these passionate filmmakers. Based on the inspirational story of one man who These days, he commends the fest for its And ACTION! This week, April 6-10, the The first film fest was held in Royall Hall, and helped integrate college sports, the documentary unique and educational value available to anyone Kansas City Filmmaker’s Jubilee is rolling out the about 10 films were screened. was a project that she and her film students from who is passionate about filmmaking. red carpet to present its annual Kansas City Film Since then, the festival has been steadily Duke University collaborated on. There is a lot of As one of campus’ favorite film critics himself, Fest. growing. energy and electricity surrounding her film—an Dr. Poe is looking forward to hearing Elivs For five days, more than 135 films will be Last June, the first of more than 300 exhilarating thought when one considers that last Mitchell, a past film critic for theNew York Times, screened across four theatres, while a lengthy list submissions of short films, documentaries, year’s film fest premiered “Winter’s Bone,” which speak. He will be among the “coolest and hippest” of visiting and local artists will converge on KC feature and experimental films began streaming went on to receive several Oscar nods including that will be at this years’ festival, not to mention to participate in workshops, panels, parties and in to the industry professionals who comprise the nomination for Best Picture. actor Michael Bhien-the actor that saved Sarah screenings. Jubilee’s advisory board. In addition to the screenings, many creative Connor from the Terminator back in 1984. At the end of the fest, some very hard working, One of those board members, Kevin Mullin, minds and industry professionals bestow upon Something that’s new this year is a partnership up-and-coming filmmakers will walk away with Instructor and Studio Engineer and all around KC their experiences, challenges, triumphs and with AMC Theatres. not only bragging rights but cash prizes, too. “go-to-guy” in UMKC’s Film and Media wisdom through workshops, seminars and guest Many workshops are free with a valid student UMKC has had a long history with the KC department will be an integral part of the festival. panels. ID. Tickets for individual films are generally Film Fest since its inception in 1997. Mullin most looks forward to seeing the films “[The fest] is really geared up toward being $10, but economy passes can also be purchased. When Jubilee founder Fred Andrews noticed of the UMKC alumni whom he’s worked with in a service to actual filmmakers, particularly Volunteers are also needed. Kansas City’s burgeoning community of avid the past, such as Todd Norris, Justin Kerfeld and students,” said Associate Professor Dr. Tom Poe More information on how to purchase tickets filmmakers, he enlisted the help of UMKC, Albert Witfong. from UMKC’s Film and Media department. “It’s or how to volunteer can be found on www. along with the Kansas City Art Institute, the Film Area native and Midwestern filmmaker Amy about a week equivalent to film school.” KCfilmfest.org. Society of Kansas City and the Independent Unell will be screening the premiere of her Dr. Poe fondly remembers that first afternoon [email protected]

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2nd place: Story Illustration (Mark Linville) 2nd place: News Writing (Nathan Zoschke) 3rd place: Regular Column (Nathan Zoschke) 2nd place: Entertainment Review (Melissa Oribhabor) 2nd place: Advertising (Kate Lawler) Honorable Mention: Entertainment Review (Kate Lawler) Honorable Mention: Sports Photography (Katie Vasholtz) 14 A&E Vol. 78, Issue 27 The ‘Superstar’ returns Mark Linville News Editor real lyrics. listening to it. “LupE.N.D.” has been His song “The Show Goes On” It’s awesome to have an artist like put on hold and “LA- In today’s music scene, we see a is a perfect example of his uplifting Lupe Fiasco who creates music to SERS” took place of his lot of artists striving to be different. music. inspire. He doesn’t waste his time planned final album, Very few actually succeed in Lupe has been known for break- and talent rapping about the useless which is no longer “fi- standing out in the crowd. ing the rap mold. facets of life. nal.” One artist who does is Lupe Fi- His single “Kick, Push” from his This is his third studio album, Until the day asco. 2006 album “Lupe’s Food and Li- will it be his last? Lupe Fiasco does Lupe’s latest release, “Love Al- quor” was his debut of rebellious In 2008, Lupe announced retire, we’ll all ways Shines Everytime, Remember rap music. that his third and final album just sit back 2 Smile,” or “LASERS,” is a shining “LASERS” features many well “LupE.N.D.” would mark his retire- and enjoy the example of how to be original in known artists that cameo on each ment from music. music while it 2011. track. However, his record deal with lasts. One word to describe his album R&B artist Trey Songz provides Atlantic Records prevented his exit. over all is rebellious, which is the vocals on the track “Out of My In a 2008 interview with Rolling word illustrated by the album cov- Head” and the legend himself, John Stone, Lupe spoke of his retirement. er’s anarchy symbol. Legend lends his talent to the final “I was 85 percent last year,” Lupe A “LASERS” is classic Lupe in the track on the album “Never Forget said. “Now I’m like 96 percent [email protected] sense that he never fails to bring his You.” [sure] this year that ‘LupE.N.D.’ is originality through his positive and “LASERS” is one of those al- gonna be the last album.” bums that make you feel good after But that was then, and now Me likey Lykke Li Photo courtesy Google Images Kate Lawler illuminates Li’s growth as an artist. She lived in places like Nepal, India, presence both powerful and delicate. Production Manager Li’s first album, “Youth Novels,” Portugal, Lisbon and Morocco growing Since her debut album, she has been released in 2008, featured light sounds up. Both her parents were involved in gaining popularity and has collaborated “I’m your prostitute, you gon’ get with what seemed like the focus Swedish punk bands with her father’s with other artists like Kings of Leon some.” being primarily on lyrics. In contrast, band, Dag Vag, later gearing toward and Kanye West. Under any other circumstances, Li livened things up in “Wounded reggae. “Wounded Rhymes” is worth a having these lyrics stuck on repeat in Rhymes” with bold songs like “Rich Her mother abandoned music for listen and definitely worth purchasing. my mind would be an annoyance. But, Kid Blues” and “I Follow Rivers.” a successful career in photography I’m a prostitute, and Lykke Li has Lykke Li has me thinking myself a lady She incorporates strong electronic ranging anywhere from editorial work got some of my attention. of the night… and I don’t hate it. beats with the same gripping lyrics and to photojournalism in countries like In late February, the Swedish ethereal voice. Afghanistan and Tibet. songstress released her sophomore Li’s background is also apparent in Li’s diverse upbringing culminates album “Wounded Rhymes.” With a her recent work. into dynamic sounds and a stage A [email protected]

Photo courtesy Google Images folksy- electronic pop sound, the album Save the date Sarah Ashlock A&E Editor will gather for community service, philanthropy projects, sporting a one day pass costs $20. This is a must see/listen event. Visitwww. events and more through April 14. middleofthemapfest.com for more information. • Sexual Assault Awareness Month tables: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Spon- • Mantillas y Rebozos, Hispanic Women's Views on Sexuality: Tuesday, April 5 sored by the UMKC Violence Prevention and Response Project 4-6 p.m., Guadalupe Center (1015 Avenida Cesar E. Chavez). This • Tuesday Tune-up: Noon-1 p.m., University Center Room 161. and the Women’s Center, tables will have information about cam- event is designed to encourage participants to look beyond their This week’s theme is guided imagery/progressive muscle relaxation. pus and community resources regarding sexual assault and how to preconceived notions when considering Hispanic women's views • Free Community Cinema Screening: 6:30-8:30 p.m., University deal with it or help a friend deal with it. We'll also have information on sexuality. A reception will be held from 4-5 p.m. The program Center Room 402. Sponsored by the Film and Media Arts Program, about campus and community resources. will begin at 5 p.m. This program is free to attend, however, one must there will be a free screening through the very successful Communi- • Lecture about social networking: 7 p.m., Pierson Auditorium. register in advance. Email [email protected] for more information. ty Cinema series. The film is “Bhutto,” a documentary depicting the Social scientist and University of California, San Diego professor story of Benazir Bhutto, the first woman in history to lead a Muslim James Fowler, Ph.D., will be discussing his most recent book, “Con- Saturday, April 9 • Third Annual Health Sciences Wellness Fair: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., nation: Pakistan. She was assassinated in 2007 and was later named nected.” His research typically focuses on social networks like obe- UMKC Health Sciences Building. one of the seven winners of the United Nations Prize in the Field of sity, smoking and happiness. Notably, he found the first scientific Human Rights. To learn more, visit www.bhuttothefilm.com. evidence to support the “Colbert bump,” a phenomenon proving Sunday, April 10 Wednesday, April 6 political candidates receive increased political support after appear- • Sixth Annual Have a Heart for Hope House: 1-9 p.m., BB’s Lawn- • Across the Seas Series: 3-5 p.m., iX Theatre - Miller Nichols Li- ing on Stephen Colbert's “The Colbert Report.” side BBQ (1205 E 85th Street). Listen to the best of KC's blues and brary, first floor. This is part one of three in a series exploring global jazz musicians as they raise funds for Hope House, an organization Friday, April 8 whose services form a safety net of prevention, education and sup- issues related to war, genocide and crimes against humanity and • INK Magazine’s Middle of the Map Fest: the Riot Room, the re- port for more than 10,000 victims of abuse every year. Enjoy a cold focusing on the United States’ role, policies and women’s and chil- cordBar, the Union and the Beaumont Club. This two-day concert brew and barbecue. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $8 at dren's rights, led by UMKC law professors Bill Eckhardt and Rana event features headliners Cursive, Daniel Johnston, the Ravonettes, www.hopehouse.net/have-heart-hope-house or for $10 at the door. Lehr-Lehnardt. Margot & the Nuclear So and Sos and the Two Door Cinema Club. Thursday, April 7 Making Movies is also playing (check out the A&E section for a re- [email protected] • Greek Week: The UMKC fraternity and sorority community view of their recordBar performance). Two day passes cost $25 and Sassy Newspaper Seeking Sassy Staff

Interested in working for U-News? Email us at [email protected] ? You 16 SPORTS Vol. 78, Issue 27 Player of the Week: Alex Pena-Lopez Elijah Ringler Contributng Writer Now a senior, Pena-Lopez said the it clear wherein much of his pride lies. He is experience as a student-athlete has better engaging, making eye-contact and thinking UMKC track and field athlete Alex Pena- prepared him for his future. The pre-med out sentences a bit more than most student- Lopez didn’t immediately set his sights student has the goal of becoming a surgeon athletes. on becoming a full-time distance runner, and sees similarities between the medical Pena-Lopez states that his top two preferring soccer in high school. field and athletics. choices for medical school are Kansas and It wasn’t until his senior year, when he was “I’ve definitely learned how to be more Missouri, with the University of Utah as approached by a UMKC assistant coach, of a leader in a team,” Pena-Lopez said. “As another option due to a connection at the that he actually considered competing at the a freshman, I wasn’t really outgoing. I’ve school. He notes the last four years did a collegiate level. learned how to work with a team and that is lot to prepare him for this forthcoming “Soccer is my favorite sport,” Pena- something you have to know how to do as challenge. Lopez said. “But I didn’t have a future in it. a surgeon.” “I’m prepared,” Pena-Lopez said. “I am When I was approached about running [for The local St. Pius X product credits his definitely more prepared than I was four UMKC], I hadn’t actually thought much fraternity with a good deal of his social years ago.” about it yet.” growth, stating his allegiances and making [email protected]

Alex Pena-Lopez. Photo courtesy UMKC Athletics Golf recap Tennis recap Luke Harman Staff Writer Elijah Ringler Contributing Writer Women’s golf succeeds at UALR Classic Men’s tennis defeats Northwest Missouri State The UMKC Women’s Golf team returned on the individual leader-board with a finish The UMKC men’s tennis team defeated Northwest three sets in the No. 3 slot and freshman Cameron from the 2010 UALR Golf Classic tied for of 240 (81-83-76). Senior Jessie Kosch’s 247 Missouri State 4-3 on Wednesday, March 30 at the Schoenhofer and sophomore David Heckler needed the fifth lowest score in school-history, with was enough to tie for 85th position, while Plaza Tennis Center. The victory was the seventh for the minimum of two sets to get the wins in the No.4 a 308 combined team score. The teams Junior Madison Maddox’s 250 placed her the Roos and improved their overall to 9-6. and No. 5 slots, respectively. heroics in Little Rock, Ark. was enough to in 90th. Sophomore Grant Fleming notched two wins UMKC dropped matches in the No. 1 and No. 6 earn them an 18th place finish with a three- Summit League rival Oral Roberts took on the day to lead the Roos. He came back to defeat slots and couldn’t wrap up the doubles point after the round total of 970 (326-326-308) which home the team title with a combined score Calvin Patterson after dropping the first set. He Roos started the proceedings with a victory. had the girls produce a phenomenal final of 903, while Florida International’s Laura had earlier combined with fellow sophomore Nino The Roos travel to Fort Wayne, Ind. on April 8-9 round. Stempfle took the individual honors. The Hasandedic to down the Bearcats top duo 8-5. to take on Summit League foes IPFW and Centenary. Sophomore Taylor Fisher led the Roos Lady Roos will be back in action on April Sophomore Abdul Alawadhi was victorious in with a score of 236 (82-80-74) which 11-12 when they compete in the WSU saw her clinch 54th position. Senior Kati Spring Invitational in Hot Springs, Ark. Scholten was next in line in a tie at 74th spot Men’s golf takes 15th place The UMKC women’s tennis team capped a busy Bouet and Suzan Lisenby each picked up a victory in Men’s golf takes 15th place week with four straight victories after opening the both singles and doubles. The matchup took place at The UMKC Men’s Golf team returned out for the Roos were Sophomore Korbin week with a blowout loss to an in-state rival. The Roos the Overland Park Racquet Club. from Little Rock, Ark. this week after two Kuehn in 71st position and Freshman Cole fell to Saint Louis 7-0 on Monday, March 28 before The Roos moved back to the Plaza Tennis Center challenging days and three tiring rounds Chelle in 76th position respectively. playing four Summit League opponents in three days on Friday, April 1 and defeated Western Illinois of Division 1 golf. The Roos finished 15th The final day pin-positioning by over the weekend. and South Dakota State by identical 7-0 scores. overall at the UALR First Tee Collegiate tournament officials was evidently a hurdle, UMKC started off with a 5-2 victory over Oral The momentum continued with a 6-1 victory over Classic with a combined final team score of which UMKC proved a difficult task to Roberts on Thursday, March 31. The victory marked Oakland on Saturday, April 2. The victory ties a 918 (307-289-322). muster. Although experience is key in all of only the second over the Golden Eagles in school school-record and puts the team at 10-12 (6-2). The Roos were led by Swedish these hard-fought events and the Roos will history and the first since 1992. Sophomores Laura [email protected] sophomore Viktor Mikaelsson who tied for look to get back to winning ways in the run- 23rd position on the final scoreboard with a up to Summit League play. combined three-round score of 225 (76-72- The Golfing Roos will be back in action 77). Junior Englishman Will Robson tied in Branson, Missouri when they compete in with teammate Freshman Jack Fiscus back in the Branson Creek Invitational on April 4-5. 53rd place with final scores of 231. Finishing [email protected] April 4, 2011 SPORTS 17 KC Brass face Sporting KC XI Luke Harman Staff Writer onto a first session lead, but in the second period, Sporting equalized through a headed goal from Kevin The local Kansas City Brass (PDL) team here in Ellis after some sloppy work from the Brass net-minder. Kansas City, faced off against an MLS Sporting KC XI In this tale of goalkeeping errors, Sporting’s Kronberg earlier last week on Monday, March 28, in a 3:30pm kick- again made an error from a deep cross and failed to get off. The game was played in the pro team’s Swope Park hold of the ball at the back post before ex-Drake forward Training Center and had the Brass run out 3-2 winners in Garett Webb looped a shot into the far right hand corner, a game that was played in three 30-minute sessions. an excellent finish by any standards. On the day, the Brass included past members of Two to one starting the final 30-minute session and the UMKC Men’s soccer team like defender Coady Sporting pounced on a poorly cleared ball, and Sporting Andrews, deep-lying midfielder John Bayron Sosa and KC Junior Ray Lee steered the ball low into the net away skillful forward Bryan Perez. from the outstretched keeper’s grasp. Current UMKC soccer star, Englishman Tom Black, For the game winner, UMKC’s midfield partners also added an influential presence to the team on the combined as Sosa sent a perfectly weighted through ball day. An incoming UMKC player for the fall season of to Black who strode towards goal, drew Kronberg out of this year, Jordan Rideout, lined out for the Sporting KC the goal, and then cleverly put the ball on a plate for Brass squad as he has been part of the youth set-up there. winger Justin Beck to finish with ease. However, while these UMKC players were clearly ‘Ochocinco’ played two sessions out of three and more skillful and controlling than the key media presence looked tired, unaware of the technique involved with the of the day, NFL star Chad ‘Ochocinco’ Johnson stole all game and at times even the rule of offside. the attention in his first game-scenario appearance in his However, as he has previously stated to ESPN about trial period with Sporting KC. his trial, he is fulfilling a childhood passion of playing The game itself was one which was hectic at the best “real football” and does not want to be seen as the next big of times with neither team having any real periods of MLS superstar. While his soccer ability may be limited at penetrating possession as the cold ripped through the best, the grace and media attention he has brought to the area around Swope Park. game can only benefit the rise of soccer here in the States. The Brass took a surprise early lead after a corner kick Any press is good press, and hopefully the Sporting was badly dealt with by KC ‘keeper Eric Kronberg, and number 85 has brought soccer to the attention of a public former UMKC centerback Andrews was on hand to which may not have previously been aware of. head the ball goal-bound before the ball took a deflection, [email protected] or two, or three! John Bayron Sosa. Photo courtesy UMKC Athletics The one goal lead was enough for the Brass to hold Rugby at UMKC A look at the rugby team Events Schedule Luke Harman Staff Writer You might be a rising talent, you may even just like watching rugby and fancy yourself as a Kevin Bryce Photo/Sports Editor Come one, come all, its egg-chasing season player or you may just want to come along for at UMKC. the experience and fun to be had while playing Men’s Soccer In the aftermath of the European Rugby the game which has so greatly influenced April 9 Missouri S&T* Durwood Soccer Stadium 4 p.m. Union finale of the Six Nations, which saw football. No matter what the reason, you can read up Women’s Soccer England prove victorious, the UMKC Rugby April 8 Rockhurst Durwood Soccer Stadium 7 p.m. on statistics all you want and YouTube rugby team will now attempt to follow suit in an April 10 Central Missouri Durwood Soccer Stadium 4 p.m. attempt to bring some silverware to campus. hits until your eyes are sore, but there is no The Rugby Roos travelled to Wayne, Neb., better way to learn and improve at a sport than Men’s Golf on Saturday, March 26, and competed in actually getting out there and experiencing it for April 4-5 Branson Creek Invitational Branson, Mo. All Day a tournament of 30 teams from across the yourself. So why not come along, what’s there to lose – accept maybe a limb or two? Women’s Tennis Midwest. April 9 South Dakota Omaha, Neb. 2 p.m. The two-day competition at Wayne State Practice will be organized on Tuesday, College was as exciting as its promotional slogan Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6-8 Men’s Tennis claims, ‘This is the best rugby tournament in p.m. each week with games being played on April 8 IPFW* Fort Wayne, Ind. 9 a.m. Central USA’. Saturdays. Theis Park, to the south of the Nelson April 9 Centenary Fort Wayne, Ind. 9 a.m. So how do those interested in rugby become Atkins Art Museum, will be the location for Softball involved in the sport at UMKC? Tuesday and Thursday night, while Durwood April 9 Centenary Shreveport, La. 4 p.m. The rugby club has been in operation for Soccer Stadium will house Wednesday night’s April 9 Centenary Shreveport, La. 6 p.m. nearly one year and recruits new players with practice. April 10 Centenary Shreveport, La. Noon varying skill levels. There is no experience If you are interested please bring running necessary, so whether one is the next fluttering shoes, cleats, a mouth guard and due to this Track Welsh superstar Shane Williams, All Blacks recent weather, some good ol’ water. For more April 2 Emporia State Invitational Emporia, Kan. All Day kicking expert Dan Carter or just simply a information, call Wayne Nicholsen at 816-518- brute force mountain of a man like Irishman 1156. *Science and Technology Paul O’Connell, UMKC is ready to recruit new [email protected] *Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne talents. [email protected] 18 FORUM Vol. 78, Issue 27 Disclaimer U-News is the official newspaper of UMKC, however, we remain an independent student newspaper. The views of individual writers do not represent the publication or university as a whole. All university students are given an opportunity to join and participate in U-News. A (French) affair to remember Jacquelyn Hoermann Staff Writer When Lily Hoermann showed the letter to her how far for us is your nice country.” brother-in-law, Paul Hoermann, he was stunned. Girodde closes the letter by saying, “Give to In late summer 1919, a young French woman Paul Hoermann explained that he was never your people the best regards of a French girl who pens a letter to a young American man to let him told much about his great uncle Chauncey. like very much the Americans.” know she misses him. “Growing up my mom always told me that “This was pretty common,” Paul Hoermann The woman’s name is Nievre Chérése Girodde Uncle Chauncey had received a Dear John letter said. “The Americans came over and saved but in the letter she refers to herself as “the French when he was stationed over in France and that’s France’s ass. So I’m sure a lot of French girls girl.” why he never married,” Hoermann said. wanted to come over to America and start a new Her letter is addressed to Harvey “Chauncey” “I think he got it and went nuts after the first life.” Hoermann, a young man from St. Louis, who was girl broke up with him and so he started sleeping “I see it as her ticket to America,” Lily stationed in France during WWI. around.” Hoermann said. Girodde writes, “You left our little town long A distant relative, Craig Messmer, spent years Betty Hoermann passed away last summer. time ago and now I hope you are at home… I compiling information on his family. She was the last living family member who knew send you a picture of your little boy. I know you His research on Chauncey Hoermann is Chauncey Hoermann. will like to receive it.” limited to census records and death certificates. The oldest surviving Hoermann, Agnes Finding this letter shocked the Hoermann According to the 1900 U.S. Census, Chauncey Hoermann, was contacted. Like the rest of the family. Hoermann was born on April 10, 1896. Later family, she knows almost nothing about this The letter was recovered by Lily Hoermann census records indicate that he never married. He mysterious member of the Hoermann tribe. three years ago. She was given a box of old letters died en route to a hospital on Sept. 14, 1958. No one knows if Chauncey Hoermann wrote and family mementos by her mother-in-law, Betty Paul Hoermann explained his father, Jack back to the French girl. If Girodde’s child is still Hoermann. Hoermann, was a man of few words. Jack rarely alive, family members estimate that he would be After rummaging through the box, she came mentioned Chauncey Hoermann. in his nineties. across the letter and asked her mother-in-law broke the French girl’s heart. With so much mystery surrounding a forgotten The Hoermann family will continue to wonder about it. “Maybe they had a little war love affair, she love letter, the Hoermanns can agree on one thing: about the circumstances of Chauncey’s French Betty Hoermann simply replied, “Oh, I don’t had a baby, he came back to the states and pretty this French girl wanted her ticket to America. love affair, and perhaps an old man in France know.” much left her there,” Lily Hoermann said. “I think In the letter she mentions bringing her son to continues to wonder about his American father. Since Betty Hoermann had a stroke in 1996 she was the broken-hearted one, but I look at it America. [email protected] she struggled with memory loss. from my own experience from when I was young Girodde writes “For I shall like to bring him Lily Hoermann said Chauncey Hoermann and when I was left with the child and wanting the there because I have many good friends over, but relationship.” Fix the economy, then worry about immigration Nathan Zoschke Representative from Tonganoxie, made another “anchor babies” and reclaim the Southwestern Asst. Production Manager/Copy Editor racist comment a month earlier. United States. When describing a girl in line at the financial The sudden obsession over illegal immigration, Being in a recession sucks. aid office at her son’s community college, she and the urge to deport every single person in What sucks even more is how people revert stated, “We could tell by looking at her that she this country illegally, seems odd, given illegal to infantile thinking and reasoning skills when was not originally from this country.” immigration has occurred for years. they’re desperate. We’ve all done it before. When When asked how she knew the girl was an But the recent economic downturn helps put we’re in a situation with an uncertain outcome, illegal immigrant, O’Brien stated, “Well she wasn’t things in perspective. we want answers, and sometimes we become black, she wasn’t Asian, and she had the olive It’s a lot easier to score points with the folk antsy and invent answers to the problems we can’t complexion.” back home blaming the imaginary illegals on the figure out. Usually it’s the easiest answer and not The ludicrous quotes were made during a other side of the track who “stole” Joe Average’s the correct one. Having an easy answer gives us a debate over a proposed illegal immigration bill, job than it is to try and understand the complex false sense of confidence and security. which would require officers to check the legal mechanisms that control the economy. Blame is easier than introspection. It’s enticing status of persons who they suspect may be illegal Blame won’t solve any of our problems. to believe someone else is the source of a problem immigrants, based on “reasonable suspicion,” States that have implemented harsh anti-illegal that can be solved by “taking care of” the some- which the law doesn’t define. immigration measures have encountered costly one else. Today, both O’Brien and Peck sit cozily inside lawsuits and legal setbacks because of questions of Far too often, we “solve” our problems by the legislative chamber. The only significant their Constitutionality. finding a scapegoat. pressure for either to resign is a petition collected If only rudimentary Constitution, history and And the scapegoats, unfortunately, are often by the Kansas-Missouri Dream Alliance calling economics courses were mandatory for public the least responsible for the problems we blame for Peck’s removal. officials. them for. room. And why would they resign? Until then, we can stand up to people’s The panic over illegal immigration we witness “If shooting these immigrating feral hogs Bashing illegal immigrants has never been so ignorance and the anti-immigrant agenda and be in the mainstream media is a testament to panic works, maybe we have found a (solution) to our popular. advocates for human rights and civil liberties. and hysteria fear can cause when desperate people illegal immigration problem,” said Virgil Peck, a Go to a tea party rally or listen to a right-wing Letting others know where you stand and clamor for a scapegoat. Republican State Representative from Tyro, Kan., pundit or talk show host, and they will tell you sending emails or making phone calls to your Recent despicable comments by two Kansas a small Kansas town near the Oklahoma border. illegal immigrants from Mexico are “sneaking” local reps are good places to start. legislators took the veil off the elephant in the Connie O’Brien, a Republican State across the border to suck the system dry with their [email protected] April 4, 2011 FORUM 19 A house for misfits hosts stellar music, good times Samuel Towns Staff Writer That word is a touch too verbose to describe pent up within themselves until they unleash in its new songs and the usual gang of misfits delighted the Taffy’s raunchy goings on. new musical form. in being the first to hear their new material. I’m sitting on an unfamiliar couch, surrounded Where the Taffy does shine, though, is in its The bottom floor of the Taffy is a tiny, dimly lit Leaving the Taffy after a show, one gets the by unfamiliar people, but I’m getting to know sanctuary. Rebellious, but often downtrodden, room, but the bands and fans make the most of feeling that the house is almost a living, breathing them. the crew that congregates here are among their the space. Through a shroud of cigarette smoke, thing that will only get bigger and bigger over They’re musicians, and they’re poets. They’re own. They’re safe to be themselves within the one can discern arms flailing, fists pumping and time. intellectuals, and they’re chess players. confines of the Taffy. legs springing up and down. That feeling is what keeps the house’s dedicated They’re the eclectic group that fervently cheers Judgment is left in the familiar world, the world Everybody in the basement is set in motion, fan-base coming back for more potato chip antics on bands who blast music in the basement of a left behind as one walks through the threshold and, as the miniature mosh pit pulsates to and and couch-sitting good times. house just east of UMKC’s campus. provided by the house’s front door. fro, the guitarists’ heads head-bang in sync to the At the rate that the Taffy is drawing in fans, Its owners have dubbed the secretive space, Moving deeper into the heart of the Taffy, rhythm of the drummer’s incessant beat. it would come as no surprise to find more which is rapidly becoming an infamous hangout one is greeted by plenty of couches for sitting, a During the Taffy’s last show, which took place newcomers at their next show than dedicated for a motley assortment of dudes, the Salt Water slew of provocative artwork for marveling and a Thursday, March 24, a band by the name of Texas regulars. Taffy House. multitude of philosophical topics to discuss. Instruments (TI) performed. If you took Algebra If you’re interested in learning more about Walking through the front door of the Salt The mood of the house never seems to falter. II back in High School, you should recognize the Salt Walter Taffy House, or in any of their Water Taffy, or simply the Taffy, is like entering It always retains a comfortable level of optimism, the name, which is taken from a popular line of upcoming shows, check out their facebook page, into a strange new dimension. which fuels the good times throughout the night. punch-key calculators. TI consists of guitarists www.facebook.com/saltwaltertaffyhouse or just Nothing seems familiar because the ordinary is Bands from all over the Midwest stop by while Tucker Porter and Matt Gall, Bassist Sam Hall head east of campus and follow the music. nowhere to be found within its walls. But it’s not on tour to play in the house’s basement. They and drummer Iain Blair. [email protected] quite extraordinary either. seem to feed off of the house’s energy, keeping it Their set that Thursday night consisted of all

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