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Homesickness serious issue in college life, study finds

By Erik Westlund GVL Assistant News Editor

Some mornings Zuhair Itani wakes up and thinks he is at home with his family. "Then it takes me a minute and I'm like 'Shit, I'm not at home,"’ he said. “That really sucks. ” Instead, the Grand Valley State University junior is in his off- campus apartment, an 18-hour flight away from his family in Lebanon. College students across America experience homesickness, however, many suffer extreme cases that can inhibit their ability to perform in classes, according to a new study by the American Academy of Pediatrics. "Transitioning to a new place is never easy,” said Christopher Thurber. co-author of the study GVl i N ko I* former and school psychologist at Phillips Strands of support: GVSU students and staff complete their ceremonial walk from Zumberge Library (inset) to the Fteidhouse Monday where they listened to speakers and celebrated MLK Day Exeter Academy. "The novelty of this can be fun and exciting, but it can also be stress provoking.” Published in the January issue of the pediatrics'journal, the study identifies warning signs and offers GVSU marches to remember solutions to cope with extreme homesickness. Cross-campus march honors MLK, community's hope for the future “The conventional wisdom was By Leslie Perales As the group made its way through said, quoting the committee that put struggles that followed them.’’ to just push through it.” Thurber GVL News Editor campus, it passed signs that marked together the day’s events. Guinier also discussed Proposal said. “I find this solution to be the milestones throughout King's With all eyes on her. Guinier 2. She said the changes that Proposal old-fashioned, ineffective and The sound of footfalls on the life, such as when he was admitted spoke not only of well-known leaders 2 has made will require Affirmative unenlightened." pavement was all that could be heard into college, when he graduated, such as King and Rosa Parks but the Action supporters to recommit to the Instead. Thurber said the most when more than 800 students, faculty important speeches he gave and when unsung heroes that are not commonly mission in new ways. important solutions are making and community members marched in he was assassinated. remembered, including E.D. Nixon. “We need to re-adjust our entire social connections, becoming celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Lani Guinier. a civil rights expert Jo Ann Robinson and Virginia Durr. admissions process.” Guinier said. involved in campus organizations, The group that gathered on the steps and tenured professor at Harvard Law “I think the program provides “Let the institution admit students maintaining a healthy contact with of Zumberge Library began its way School, marched alongside crowd. In students an opportunity to remember based on their SAT or their ACT and loved ones at home and talking to across the campus of Grand Valley addition. Guinier was the keynote a part of American history, a part that their high school GPA. And yet if you someone about your feelings. State University with one reminder speaker for the program held in the has changed everyone’s lives.” said look at that SAT or you look at that Itani said making lots of from Bobby Springer — it was to be a Fieldhouse. junior Karina Moy. "The program ACT. you will see that those tests friends and his involvement in silent march. Springer, assistant dean “The trials and tribulations that lie reminds students of inspirational do not predict who is going to be a the International Club are his best of the Office of Multicultural Affairs, ahead of you are nothing compared leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. leader in this country.” defenses against homesickness. helped plan the event at GVSU. to the power behind you.” Guinier as well as the unsung heroes and the “It helps because when everyone See MLK March, A2 else leaves, the international students all stay." he said. Thurber said becoming socially invested at a university goes a long way in defense against Officials offer tips for safer winter driving homesickness. "There is no substitute for this." he said. "Not everybody needs to Police encourage When it comes to vehicle be a party animal, but everybody maintenance. DeGraaf said to check does need to spend some time with caution on roads, antifreeze levels, windshield wipers, other people." sidewalks as winter the battery, tire treads and keep an extra Students that become homesick bottle of washer fluid. In addition, she often simultaneously suffer weather worsens said students should make sure they feelings of depression and can understand how their vehicles operate begin to isolate themselves — a By Leslie Perales in the snow. pattern that may easily become GVL News Editor DeGraaf said students should focus cyclical, he added. Thurber on speed when driving in the snow. recommends students with such Spin-outs, accidents and cars “When snow is falling your speed feelings talk to a counselor, who in ditches along the roads often should be falling as well,” she said. can distinguish between normative accompany snowfall in Michigan. Speed limits are meant for ideal homesickness and something more “When students get in their cars road conditions, so if it is snowing, severe. they need to completely clear off people should keep a safe distance a “Sometimes people think going their windshield, windows, lights between their car and the car in front to see a counselor is a sign of and mirrors," said Gwen DeGraaf of of them. DeGraaf added. weakness. ” he said. “I think it's the Department of Public Safety's Junior Julie Rosochacki said she just the opposite. It’s a sign of community policing unit. “See and be often reduces her speed during winter GVl PtMXo Mttftradon l N ko ** forwwr strength.” seen, turn on your headlights and make storms. Bailing herself out: Senior Teena Mabry scrapes her car off before heading to campus Wednesday See Homesickness, A2 sure they are working correctly." See Safety, A2 morning

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By Erik Westlund building will have three or four towers, with GVL Assistant News Editor the west tower named after MSU alumnus and booster Peter Secchia. A prominent Grand Rapids INDEX Michigan State University Trustees will meet in businessman. Secchia. whom a GVSU living center Section A Grand Rapids today to announce the final plans for on the Pew Campus is named in honor of. raised the university's new medical school near the Van money to finance the new building. News ...... A3 Andel Institute Medical Research Center and the Trustees will meet two consecutive days, with a Opinion ...... A4 UtJKJ Ol Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus. 200-person reception for Secchia following today's Miim ini A&E...... A5 MSU The move is expected to create new possibilities meeting at the DeVos Center. Section B for interdisciplinary collaboration between MSU The new medical school is set to begin holding and Grand Valley State University's health sciences classes in 2008 for about 50 students. That number Sports...... B1 departments in learning, research and patient care. is expected to rise to about 100 students by the Laker Life...... B4 “There will be implications for everyone." said time construction is scheduled to be completed in 2010. the Grand Rapids Press reported Nation/World ...... B5 GVl dnftm Owf*i SU Dlfomfotlo Dean of the Kirkhof College of Nursing Phyllis Gendler said it is important, in terms of patient Odds & Ends ...... B6 New presence The plans for the new Michigan Slate University Gendler. “It’s going to change the whole health College of Human Medicine will be fmakred this week, outlining care landscape of West Michigan ” Marketplace ...... B7 how Grand Rapids organizations wiH contribute The new MSU College of Human Medicine See MSU, A2 A2 Thursday, January 18, 2007 NEWS Grand Valley Lanthorn

MLK March not know what to expect." in past years and enjoyed this year’s program. Although continued from page A1 Moy said. “L*ni Guinier it very passionate and it Alexander did not know who Voices of GVSU began the made her speech that much Guinier was. she learned a lot program with a performance more enjoyable. It’s just from attending, she added. which included the song. “We disappointing to know many M1 thought it was very Shall Overcome." students still do not attend good, but 1 wish it wasn't just “I was not able to attend the program or know it even one day." said senior Jessica the MLK march or program occurred earlier today." Applin. "It would be better in previous years due to work Junior Shaniece Alexander if this kind of thing would or class conflicts so I did said she has been to the event happen year-round."

Students need to remember things." Homesickness Students suffering from continued from page At that it was their choice to be at GVSU and there is a reason feelings of homesickness Coming back to campus they chose to come here, he or depression are urged to after an extended break added. contact the GVSU Counseling may also set off bouts of and Career Development THURSDAY, Jan 18 "Although you may long homesickness where students for things you had in your Center. ■ 11 a.m to 5 p.m — Blood Drive • Ft* Movie: ‘Glory Road* (2006), ■6 to 7 p.m. —12-Step Recovery are coming from a relaxed old environment, your best The counseling centers (Alendale Campus) Sponsored by showing at 10 am, 2 p m., 7 p.m, Meeting. At the GVA, Oakland building. environment back to a emotional bet is to focus are located at 204 Student the Community Service Learning and 10 p.m. at the Kirkhof Center Apt #1. demanding course schedule, on what brought you to Services on the Allendale ■ 7:45 a.m — Excellence Senes - 2 Center and GVSU Registered Student ■ 7 p.m. — Surviving a Relationship Thurber said. It may take that university,” he said. Campus and 1I6B DeVos Organizations At the Kirkhof Center, Day Institute for Heabng Racism At Breakup At the His Living Center. students up to two weeks just "Remember what is good Center on the Pew Campus. Cook DeVos Center for Health Sciences. Grand River Room, RM 250. ■ 7 p.m. — Turn tour Leadership to get back on a normal sleep about your new environment For more information, visit Room 123. ■ Noon to 4 p.m. — DO SOMETHING! Into an Internship! • Leadership pattern, he added. and immerse yourself in those http://www.gvsu.edu/counsel . ■ 8 a m. to 1 a m— CAMPUS Expo At the Kirkhof Center Lobby. opportunities available in the Office of LEADERSHIP WEEK at the Kirkhof ■4 to 5 p.m. — Winter Basketball Student Life At the Kirkhof Center, RM Center captains and free agents meeting At 215/216. Safety for assistance. If it's an She also suggested a blanket, first aid supplies, ■ 11 a m. to 2 p.m.— Meet tour the FH, RM B-145. ■ 7:30 p.m. — *Oh Dad, Poor Dad, continued from page A1 emergency call the police Setdrrvan Undergraduate Advisory ■ 5 to 7 p.m. — GVSU Art Gallery Momma's Hung You in the Closet and and a wrecker company, she water and snacks in the event “1 go slow, grandma slow, Board Open House At the Rew Campus Opening Reception in the Performing I'm Feeling So Sad* at the Performing added. Exchange information of being stranded for a long especially when turning and I University Qub in budding C Arts Center RAC 1121. Arts Center, LAT. with all other drivers involved period of time. give myself extra time when I and do not leave the scene In addition. DeGraaf said know I’m pulling out in front without notifying the other students should remember of someone," Rosochacki parties involved or the nearest to drive slowly through the FRIDAY, Jan 19 SATURDAY, Jan .20 said. police agency. Seek medical parking lots and other high ■ Noon to 3 p.m. —Student In addition, Rosochacki ■ Free Movie: 'Glory Road* (2006), ■ Free Movie: ‘Glory Road* attention if necessary. pedestrian areas on campus Organization Center Open House. At keeps jumper cables and an showing at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 7 p.m. (2006); showing at 10 a.m., 2 If students do get in sliding and to always wear seat belts, and 10 p.m. and at the Kirkhof the Kirkhof Center 008 extra ice scraper in her car. p.m., 7 p.m. and 10 p.m at situations while driving they no matter what the weather Center ■ 1 to 4 p.m. — RAD Self Defense Junior Chris Quimby said. the Kirkhof Center. should remain calm and not conditions. ■ 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. — Entry Training At the GVSU field house, ■ 9 to 10 a.m. — 12-Step MI make sure there’s sand in panic. DeGraaf said. For longer trips, the deadline: Racquetball. At the Rec $5 Recovery Meeting. GVA my truck so it weighs down She also said it is important Michigan Department of Center Lobby. ■ 3 to 4 p.m. — 12 Step Recovery Oakland Building, Apt #1. the back since I don’t have 4- to keep winter weather Transportation offers a Winter ■ 7:45 a.m. — Excellence Series Meeting At the GVA, Oakland ■ 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — wheel drive.” supplies in your car when Travel Advisory on its Web 2 Day Institute for Healing Racism Building, Apt. #1. Alternative Breaks INCREDIBLE Quimby, however, doesn't traveling, including making site at http://www.michigan. At the Cook DeVos Center for Health ■ 4 to 6 p.m. — IFC Fraternity Bid JOURNEYI Location TBD. worry about driving slower. sure cell phone batteries are gov/roadconditions. Updated Sciences, RM 123 Must pre-regrster Proposal for Potential New Members ■ 1:00 p.m. — GVSU “I think people who get fully charged prior to leaving at www gvsu edu/hro/exceMence. At the Cook-DeWitt Center CDC-AII SWIMMING 6 DIVING too concerned cause more home. twice daily, it informs drivers ■ 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. — CAMPUS ■6 p.m. — GVSU Swimming 6 hosts THE UNIVERSITY OF accidents than others." “We suggest some warm of state roads that may be LEADERSHIP WEEk at the Kirkhof Diving # Calvin College, Grand INDIANAPOLIS. At the FH. Quimby said. “1 might slow clothing, boots, hats and icy, snow covered, have Center Rapids, Ml ■ 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. — 12-Step down if it's icy but otherwise gloves," DeGraaf said. “A lanes reduced or are closed. ■ 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Sabbatical ■ 6 to 7 p.m. — IFC Fraternities BID Recovery Meeting. At the GVA I just go the speed limit." flashlight with fresh batteries, In Addition MDOT offers recommendations from R&D due to ACCEPTANCE. At the Cook-DeWitt Oakland Building, Apt. #1. DeGraaf said in case of a small snow shovel ar.d sand safe winter driving tips and Provost. At the Zumberge Library Center CDC-aK ■ 7:30 p.m. — *Oh Dad, an accident students should or kitty litter in case you need pamphlets that can be printed 24 ■ 7:30 p.m. — ‘Oh Dad, Poor Dad. Poor Dad, Momma's Hung You make sure they and all others to dig your car out" ur? ether out at http://www.michigan. ■ 8 am. to 5 p.m. — Schedule-S07, Momma's Hung You in the Closet in the Closet and I’m Feeling involved are okay and call useful supplies, she added. gov/mdot. F07, W08 - final round to Records. At and I'm Feeling So Sad* at the So Sad* at the Performing Arts the Student Services Building 150. Performing Arts Center LAT. Center LAT. MSU promised as about $55 million years of their medical training continued from page A1 for construction costs and in Grand Rapids hospitals, an additional $30 million she is interested to discover care, that the GVSU nursing in medical research funds. department works with the what additional prospects will SUNDAY, Jan 21 Saint Mary's Health Care become available. MSU medical students. will provide an additional ■ Free Movie: ‘Jaws* (1975); "I think there will be ’’The more disciplines we $10 million over the next showing at 10 a m, 2 p.m., opportunities not only for have looking at an illness seven years for staffing and 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. at the Grand Valley students, but or a research question, the research. Kirkhof Center. more likely we have a better These final plans are for the entire community," ■ Noon to 5 p.m. research design and outcome." a drastic change from the she said. "(The nursing — Intramural Billiards she said. original proposal drafted department) always looks for tournament. At the Kirkhof Trustees announced they by former MSU President opportunities to collaborate Center Lounge. were in the final stages of Peter McPherson — what with people from other ■ 2 p.m. — ‘Oh Dad. Poor negotiating the $70 million would have been a 15-year. universities." Dad, Momma's Hung You in building construction late $309 million-venture. This the Closet and I'm Feeling So last year. Funding for the new The medical school will be change means more resources Sad* in the Louis Armstrong medical school will come located at the intersection of invested in research and less Theater from tuition, contracts with Michigan Street and Division students coming to Grand ■ 5 to 6 p.m. — 12-Step Grand Rapids organizations. Avenue. Rapids, the Lansing State Recovery Meeting At the West Michigan practice plan MSU has also agreed Journal reported. GVA Oakland Building Apt. income and fund-raising Director of Nursing to purchase another 1.5- #1. ventures. Research and Faculty acre property near the new ■ 5 p.m. — Intramural The Van Andel Institute Development Cynthia Coviak construction site that may be Winter basketball league will commit $16 million said although MSU students used for parking or a future begina at the Fieldhouse. during the next eight years have often spent the final expansion. for research, shared space and staff. Spectrum has

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GVL DIGEST First MLK dinner draws crowd News in Brief GVSU’s You Beautiful Black Woman coordinates the first dinner in honor of Seidman Board to hold open house MLK, hopes to make it annual The Seidman By Mary Pritchard ”1 really liked the speaker's Undergraduate Advisory closing message that we can’t Board will hold an open GVL Staff Writer just wait for the big business house today from II a.m. and the government to step to 2 p.m. for all business The Grand River Room was lit by candles Monday night up and take charge and effect students. as students, staff and guests change.” Joven said. “We have Students are invited to celebrated the memory of to go out and do it ourselves. attend and give input to the Martin Luther King Jr. through We have to be the leaders.” advisory board. Speakers a shared meal. Spaghetti, chicken wings, will give short presentations The first-ever MLK dinner, breadsticks and salad were every 30 minutes. Pizza, “Remembering the Struggle, served after the keynote : salad and cookies will be Fulfilling the Dream.” was address, while the No Limit provided. The event will coordinated by the student Gospel Ensemble provided take place on GVSU’s Pew organization You Beautiful a musical performance. The Campus in the University Black Woman and held as a tables were set in themes of Club. part of the day-long activities gold and white, with floating honoring King. candle centerpieces. Circling Blood drive today in “It’s important to have the tables were copies of Kirkhof Center events like this because there King's “Birmingham” speech, From II a.m. to 3 p.m. are so many things going in the and projected against the back GVSU community members world, we tend to forget people wall were images and quotes may donate blood in the like Dr. King and their cultural of King. Kirkhof Center Grand River impact on our everyday lives,” “The set up was all so Room. Those interested in said Kimberly Pearson, head elegant, it really added to the donating blood may schedule of the dinner committee for whole atmosphere.” Joven said. an appointment online YBBW. Members of YBBW said the at http://www.givelife. The evening included an organization intends to make org but appointments are opening prayer and remarks, this dinner an annual tradition not required. A photo followed by a poetic expression performed by Rachel Dudley at GVSU. identification is required. with accompaniment by Devon "The whole event went The blood drive is Redmond. Dudley recited a really well.” Pearson said. sponsored by the Community poem on the effects of King's "We’re all elated at the turnout Service Learning Center movement on today’s college ... and extra excited about and Registered Student students while Redmond the diversity of everyone that Organizations. For more played the piano. attended." information contact the “Their artistic performance The group may make CSLC at (616) 331-2468. was one of the most powerful changes to next year's event, parts of the night,” said but must first process and Office of Student Life freshman Joyze Joven. "The evaluate the evening. Pearson offers internships emotional impact really caught added. Opportunities are me off guard. ” “We just want to thank the available for internships Following the artistic GVSU community for coming through the OfTice of Student expression was a segment out to support us, and hope Life. Students may attain of King's speech ”1 see the that next year they all bring internships for Transitions promise land.” performed a friend so our program can Orientation, Leadership by Phillip Seaborn and the grow,” Pearson said. Initiatives or Laker Late keynote speaker. GVSU YBBW regularly holds Night programs. alumnus Robert Hurd. events at GVSU. The A panel discussion on Hurd's speech recounted organization was founded at the various opportunities several significant events Ferris Stale University in 1990 will begin at 7 p.m. from King's life that impacted and came to GVSU in 1994. It has five chapters located tonight in Kirkhof Center GVl I Kyt* A Mud»<; the non-violent movement, Remembering the dream Guests filled the Grand River Room to take part m the first annual Martin Luther King ir Dinner resulting in a standing ovation at various universities within room 215/216. For more Monday night hosted by the You Beautiful Black Woman organization from the audience. Michigan. information or applications, visit http://www.studentlife. gvsu.edu. Georgetown celebrating Podcasts pose language lessons national skating month January it National Foreign language when the lab was converted but most of it was music. ” Skating Month. Georgetown from a personal computer lab Dewlee said. "Students Ice Arena invites students and professors at GVSU to a Macintosh lab. could also make Podcasts, community members to come utilize podcasting Gisella Licari. a visiting or download whatever they out and enjoy an afternoon professor who teaches Italian, as a teaching tool in were interested in. It can also of skating on Saturday. uses Podcasting for one of her be used for assignments in a Registration is from 1-2 p.m. classes intermediate classes. class.” and participants may skate "My intermediate students Students are allowed to rent until 4 p.m. Participants are going to do a project with By Rachel Royer the iPod during the semesters receive two-for-one open an elementary school.” Licari GY 1 Staff Writer they take the foreign language ^skating, free lessons, games said. “It consists of writing, in class. and information on skating. Italian, new fairy tales through Spanish and Italian students "Listening to foreign For more information, the children's illustrations. We can now have the language at music helps a lot.” said John contact the Georgetown Ice will create audio books and their fingertips day or night, Arena at (616) 662-2800 and place them online by using the Beals. assistant director even after they leave the GVl PhoTO ISuttMlMA I ask for Amy Marseglia. Podcast feature. ” of the Language Resource classroom. The final project will be Center’ “They don't offer (the Technical support: GVSU senior Carlita Gon/ale/ uses an iPod as an aid m I Last year, the language foreign language class Intramural billiards like a radio show where all program) for Chinese but I lab introduced the idea of tournament Sunday the students will have their download Chinese onto my using iPods to teach a second Billiard aficionados may role in reciting the story and iPod." language, becoming the first display their skills in the illustrating it. she added. Beals said it is helpful to in the country to do so. Janel Kirkhof Center lounge from It is the first time Licari listen to the language outside Pettes-Guikema and David noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. used the Podcasting with her of the class. It is also an Eick. professors in the French Check-in begins at noon classes. encouraging way for students department, were behind the and the tournament begins "This is an example of how to practice the language on project and introduced the technology displuysknowledge at 1 p.m. There is no cost to their own terms in a manner program within different communities compete and the tournament they enjoy, he added. The lab originally offered of learners." Licari said "We is open to students, faculty In addition to listening and the use of iPods for French will be 'pilgrims' in using and staff. Winners will creating Podcasts and tuning students only, but has grown Podcasts." receive championship T- into foreign music, the iPods to include Spanish and Italian. Auna Dewlee. an shirts and have their pictures Beyond expanding languages, Anthropology major and are used to teach vocabulary, posted on the intramural Web the program also integrated French student who works in listening comprehension and site, http://www.gvsu.edu/ Podcasting. the language lab. took a class pronunciation. Slide shows rec/intramurals. For more The add-ons to the iPod that incorporated the iPods in may be created and include information, contact John program, such as Podcasting the curriculum. picture, text and voice-overs, Rosick at rosickjoffgvsu. and upgrading to video iPods, "We had a couple of movies eliminating the need for flash edu. came during the winter break that were offered on the iPods. cards.

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While college courses serve as a stepping stone of preparation for the career marketplace, students and faculty must work to build network bridges for internships and activities that truly prepare degree-seeking individuals for employment.

Graduation is a time of loaded emotions. Although it serves as a celebration of accomplishment and a gateway to the future, it also marks the end of many conveniences and necessities students often take for granted. Without a plan or proper experience, graduation becomes an uneasy threshold. The void of classes is coupled with the void of health care benefits and, for some students, the end of parental dependence. To avoid hitting rock bottom or settling for a second- rate job, students must effectively prepare themselves for the world beyond campus. CVl Out tin I. Roftft In most cases, resumes are personal weapons in competing for a position. The more valuable experience scrawled on the page, the YOUR INSIGHTS more attractive students become to potential employers. Internships and campus involvement are among the most eye-catching additions and priorities students must heavily consider. How involved are you in campus In areas of study where work experience is as important as grade point average, such as writing or criminal justice, internships are a must in marketing oneself for a successful career. While activities or internships? some internships are obvious within a department, others require a little extra pursuing. Students need to challenge themselves to look beyond what is easily in reach and chase down the grandiose opportunities. The Counseling and Career Development Center and Career Services Office are valuable resources at Grand Valley State University. Students may visit the Counseling Center to learn what field best fits their talents or stop in Career Services to locate job and internship possibilities. The Internet and networking through professors are also reasonable options. Once the work experience is obtained, students should take it a step further by exceeding employers’ expectations and maintaining "Not really I've been 'Virtually none. I plan on *1 am pretty involved. I am 'I used to be the internship contacts beyond graduation. This may open doors to career focusing on school and being in an internship next an MA in Housing and part coordinator for CJ. I'm an avid keeping my grades up. In fall." of C L O U D N I N E . I also believer in that experience. opportunities later in life. the summer I'll start doing go to campus events, and I Classroom work is wonderful, Faculty also play a strong role in employment statistics. Although more for internships ' want to get more involved but there's nothing like getting some majors, including the Accounting master’s program and several in the community.' hands-on to know what the fields of science, have a 100 percent direct employment rate, others, real world is like and if that field is right for the student.' such as physics, music and Russian studies, have an employment rate of less than 20 percent. While professors can only encourage Latasha Harris Daniel VanEck Jessica Carter Terry Fisk students to an extent, they can engage their continued learning by Freshman Sophomore Sophomore Professor Political Science establishing out-of-classroom organizations and recruiting guest Nursing Computer Science Criminal Justice speakers with legitimate experience and stature. Being responsive and visible on campus also helps enhance students ’ learning. GVL STUDENT OPINION Success in and beyond a higher education environment is a twofold system, demanding dedication from both the faculty and student perspectives. In previewing the real world through work options and networking, students can effectively build bridges to a Let's keep the plucking to a minimum sustainable future. David Ringler maintenance think. Did she really spend Regardless of the social GVL Columnist is to be an hour on that? Twice? pressures imposed by expected, is I realize I traverse along scrawny brows, I urge you Hair is indeed it possible dangerous terrain in stating to refrain from plucking this, and I do realize I remarkable and serves a to overdo those hundreds of little it? should tread lightly. But <&tmb gallep Jtanthom variety of purposes both for wishes. Who knows, by Indeed. ladies, let's be honest. It our health and vanity. helping defer the sweat There is just looks ridiculous when Mine is a mess for The student-run newspaper of Grand Valley State University no escaping you over-pluck them. and rain from your eyes, instance, and we all must the scrawny Ringler I know. 1 know. You are maybe one day they might admit to daydreaming about Editorial Page Board brow thanking me for pointing help keep your vision a brunette from time to — whether on the bus. at that out. unobstructed as that time. the gym, in the nightclub or So what purpose do brunette walks past. Jenna Carlesso Editor in Chief Keeping up with our at a family gathering. eyebrows serve, really? If you need a pencil to Laura Wasilewski Assistant Editor hair obsession, specialty The scrawny brow It turns out they have put them back, you should Brandon Hubbard hair removal has developed Assistant Editor intrigues me. As I stare at an important function. probably not remove them. into a big business. But is it the over-plucked, sheen In primates, eyebrows Jennifer Hoewe Editorial Page Editor This could make for a great necessary? surface of the corrugator are a prominent feature bit of wisdom wrapped into What is it with all the — the muscle above the eye because they divert rain and a fortune cookie. eyebrow sculpting? — I wonder if she really sweat away from the eye. Everywhere I look it had to do it. Eyebrows keep the eyes of Fortune cookies aside, seems the ladies are fresh And why would she want primates clear as they swing the simple fact remains “The trials and tribulations that lie out of a waxing salon. to? 1 tried it. It hurts. and hop from tree to tree, — nobody cares about your Though some regular So I'm compelled to snatching bananas and such. eyebrows. ahead of you are nothing compared to the power behind you.” Consider the safety of others, slow down

By Mason Nichols Pierce Street. traffic engineer for the Ottawa limit Subsequently, our desire Lani Guinier GVL Columnist County Road Commission. to arrive at our destinations Civil rights expert and tenured Harvard ‘ ‘h -' 13 crashes occurred at with greater speed causes a Law professor, quoting the committee As a young Grand Valley the intersection in 2005. decline in our ability to make right I he J good decisions, which results that put the MLK events together Stale University student Still, it took another year begins her day. she eats a big .ijijv.tr> — and several mote accidents in more accidents. breakfast in preparation far her — before the four-way stop Additionally, in today 's first exam of the semester !<-> '•>!<■' was implemented SUV generation, people seem GVL OPINION POLICY Outside, typical West to begin her Why did so many to think they are somewhat Michigan weather patterns are turn Nichols accidents have to occur before invincible in their can. Why prevalent with rain covering Darkness something was done to rectify should they care if they get The ultimate goal of the Grand length is one page, single spaced. the streets of Allendale As a regular commuter the situation? Ls there some into an accident? The brunt of Valley Lanthorn opinion page is The editor reserves the right The young woman sips her between Allendale and sort of benchmark used to the damage will not be felt by to stimulate discussion and action to edit and condense letters and orange juice and looks over Holland. I have passed determine how many people them, but instead by the beat- on topics of interest to the Grand columns for length restrictions and her notes on statistics and the through the intersection at 48th must be bun physically and up 1992 Cavalier with which Valley Community. clarity. differences between standard Avenue and Pierce Street on emotionally before changes are they collide The Grand Valley Lanthorn All letters must be typed. deviation and variance. Feeling numerous occasions Prior to made? We can lessen the number welcomes reader viewpoints and The Grand Valley Lanthorn will confident she will do well on the intersection changing from Then again, the real of accidents and injuries offers three vehicles of expression not be held responsible for errors her lest, she exits her Laker a two-waystop to a four-way problem lies not with Keena resulting from car crashes at all for reader opinions: letters to the that appear in print as a result of Village apartment and heads to this past December, each tnp and the road commission, but intersections if we simply slow editor, guest columns and phone transcribing handwritten letters or her car through the intersection was an with the drivers themselves down. If you are running late responses. e-mail typographic errors. Although the mods are adventure In today's world, people are for work or some other place Letters must include the author's The name of the author is usually shppery. the woman feels safe During my freshman year much too willing to take risks you have to be. why not leave name and be accompanied by published but may be withheld for in her compact Toyota Corolla at GVSU. the situation was just to shave an extra three or a few minutes earlier? current picture identification if compelling reasons. She has (ktven to Grand no different. I can recall at four seconds off of their travel Patience in life can dropped off in person. Letters will The content, information and Rapids hundreds of tunes least three separate occasions times be the key to many new be checked by an employee of the views expressed are not approved before, so why would this tnp in which I was witness to Whether running late for opportunities In this case, it Grand Valley Lanthorn. by nor necessarily represent those of be any different^ the aftermath of a relatively work, anxious to get shopping can be the key to saving lives Letters appear as space permits the university, its Board of Trustees, Pull mg up to the serious accident at the done or simply burned by Ax a wise man (my father) each issue. The limit for letter officers, faculty and staff. intersection at 48th Avenue and intersection other driven, students always once said. “Slow down Grow Accordins to Bed Keena. seem to push things to the up."

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By Michelle Pawlak GVL ASK Editor mayhem The latest play to grace the Grand Rapids Civic Theater stage sent gasps and laughs throughout the crowd as “leading Ladies” premiered Jan. 11. The comedy, written by Ken Ludwig, takes place invade the in the early 1950s. It follows two male actors who, struggling for a next move, decide to pose as two long kwt female relatives in order to inherit millions. However, the deception isn’t as easy as it seemed when love tangles the goals of the men. GVSU stage A small cast and a simple set truly brought this play to life. Unlike many productions that rely on the elaborate costume and set design, this play thrives on An ‘ambitious ’ student-directed its dialogue and story line. Director Bruce Tinker had to find a group of production will open this evening actors that could handle the responsibility of keeping the audience engaged — and he did. Each member By Jacob Kubon of the eight person cast stayed committed to their GVJ. Stuff Writer character (luoughout the play. Mike Smoliaski and Keith Henry Matteson starred The lights dim, a hush falls over the audience, the curtains open as the two lead male acton. Their performances were and the journey begins good as men. however after putting dresses on and "Oh Dud. Poor Dad. Momma's Hung You in the CToset and • (iVt. Matt ButtvHMd turning into Maxine and Stephanie, they were great. I'm Feeling So Sad.” directed by Kyle Wcstmaus. opens tonight in Making a scene: Shane Schanski cries at the feet of Kelly Knoll as Shen Beth Dusek played Meg. a wooer of the Ijouls Armstrong Theatre at the Grand Valley Stale University Madame Rosepettie while acting out a scene of the play 'Oh Dad. Poot Smolinksi's character, with beauty and elegance. Performing Arts Center. Dad' which plays through the weekend m the Louis Armstrong Theatre m Dusek's passion for acting shined through in Meg's Kelly Knoll, who plays Madame Rosepettle. explained the 'Oh the Performing Arts Center own pavsion and boldness. Dad, Ptxx Dad" as "murder, mayhem and a silver piranha fish." As in many plays, there was a character the “Oh Dad, F\xt Dad” is part of the GVSU Performance Studio go from working with faculty as directors to students as directors It audience loved to hale Edward Jay Nelson played Senes The senes allows student directors to pick and execute the was definitely a new experience " Duncan, a hypocritical reverend out to get the entire student-made production. Westinaas. this semester 's student No student directs the senes repeatedly, which Knoll said helps the creativity. inheritance for himself. Nelson was slimy as can be director, is a theater major at GVSU. "Every year it is a different student directing, so it’s always going and never budged from it once. “Kyle is fantastic, he has a lot of great ideas.” said Dustin to he a different vibe and new oudook." Knoll added Jessica Congleton's character Audrey brought Wilfert. who plays Jonathan. "He lets the actors really work with “Oh Dad. Poor Dud" was written by Arthur Kopit. a Harvard innocent humor to a semi-risqul stage. She was the characten/atkm and what they want to do with it” University graduate This was his first play tunny, cute and spunky and her Markin Brando The play has a unique cast that Westmaas embraced by letting “It’s verydifferent." Vazquez said. T think it will appeal to a kx impression was hilarious — and she did most of it the actors “add their own flavor." Wilfert said. of different people that are open-minded " on skates. There is a lot of dircctix-brainchik] stuff going on," Knoll said “Kyle put a kx of himself into this play, he took the scenes, one by Wilfert added it is the audience members' decision what the play Although it got off to a slow start, the show picked means up after intermission until the end. The actors became one. and molded them to fit his desires ” "There is something you can take away fmm it.” Wilfert said. more energetic throughout the play, each scene Several participants have seen growth in Westmavs as the play’s rehearsal sessions progressed “The more open-minded you are. the more you’ll enjoy the show " improving. When Vazquez first read tlie play, she said she believed it to “Leading Ladies” Is targeted toward a middle- “It's nice to watch him learn too." said Sara Vazquez, stage manager. "How he's changed his methods ..it helps everybody be very ambitious of Westmaas to take on. She was excited to see aged audience The style of the play may not have learn and that's the whole point of the Performance Studio Senes.” where Westmaas would go w ith it. she added. enough action to keep the attention of a younger The differences in every student director makes the senes close “Oh Dad. I\wr Dad. Momma’s Hung You in the Closet and group The content of the play may be a bit racy to that of the professional theatre world. Vazquez added. I’m Feeling So Sad" opens totught at 7:30 in lire Louis Armstrong for a fhorr traditional thinking audience, but for "(The senes is) all student run, student cast, student stage Theatre The play will also show on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 people who are willing to pay attention to a bit more managed and student directed." Knoll said. “It's really interesting to p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. The cost is $6 for general admission controversial story line, it Is great. “Leading ladies" runs through Jan 27. For performance times and ticket sales, visit http://www. grct.org.

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“Employee of the Month" Starring: Dane Cook. Jessica Simpson. Andy Dick A new female employee (Simpson) at the Super Club, a Wal-Mart type retailer, piques the interest of male counterparts at the store ART/ who compete for Employee of the Month honors to earn a date with the new talent. New exhibit graces GVSU gallery •• Cook's off-the-wall antics do not translate very well to the big screen, but fans of his Acclaimed artist stand-up comedy may enjoy the hijinks. couple bring metallic expressions to the Performing Arts Center

By Brandy Arnold GVL Stuff Writer "Gridiron Gang ” Starring: Dwayne “The Rock ” Johnson. Two nationally known metal smiths. Xzibit Dennis Nahabetian and Tara Stephenson, A detention camp officer (Johnson) forms have brought their work to Grand Valley a football team consisting of felons and State University. The exhibit "Re-Constmctkm" is juvenile delinquents. The usual underdog kicated in the ait gallery of the Performing sports ritual is in full stride here. It is usually Aits Center and is open to the public An a wise decision to steer clear of a film that opening reception is scheduled for tonight GVI Matt luttrrfwld stars a rapper or a former wrestler (this one fftmi 5 to 7 p.m. Shapes and sizes: Re construction' is a show of recent work done by Dennis Nahabetian and has both), but all in all “Gridiron Gang” is a The exhibit is titled Reconstruction, a Tara Stephenson The exhibit is currently on display m the art gallery of the Performing Arts Center pretty harmless genre exercise. title the metalsnuths said gets to the heart of manufacturing, metalsmiths no longer “Some of my wall pieces resemble that of of what they would like then work to need to make rings and medallions for a specimen laid

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Metal bands compete for Heavyweight title Holland band This year things changed. The own support. band sold out of tickets before the "The Heavyweights isn’t about Shackle Jack wins show. who’s the better band. ” Evenhouse second round, ‘The tickets just sold said. “It's about who’s got the themselves." Evenhouse said. most fans " will compete for The competition is simple Shackle Jack had a large championship — 24 bands compete over four support system of family, friends nights and each night one winner and fares who helped draw large is chosen by secret crowd ballot. numbers to the show. Evenhouse By AJ Colley A judge attends every show and said. He added winning made it GVL Staff Writer helps choose two wild card hands. feel like all their network ’s hard The six winning bands play in the work was worth it. They came out in the hundreds, last show on Feb. 16 to compete Beyond winning. Evenhouse mostly wearing black, but they for the championship title. The said the competition is also about didn’t come to mourn anything finals are judged by a combination promotion of local music. — they came to support hard rock of crowd voting and the opinions “It’s good for the scene." he and metal music. of a panel of judges, including said. “It gets all kinds of people Six bands rocked, growled and members of the media and major out who normally wouldn ’t” head-banged Jan. 12 to compete record label representatives. Shackle Jack plans to have in the second round of the 2007 The Intersection’s Jason some new material for the finals Heavyweight Championship, not Rogalewski. talent buyer and and hopes to "keep ’em all to be confused with professional marketing director, said the guessing." Evenhouse said. wrestling. Heavyweight gives local bands a But the band isn’t getting its The annual event is held at chance to play. Usually the venue hopes too high. The Intersection in Grand Rapids only has local bands opening up “(It’s) totally up in the air. there Pt>oto courtesy of Drew Vjndwvini and showcases West Michigan's for national acts, and that’s when ocal legends. The Avian Conspiracy, a local band out of Caledonia, has an upcoming performance Feb 3 at the intersection. See Heavyweight, A7 hard rock and metal bands, who the national acts don't bring their compete for a grand prize that includes $2,000 in cash. $500 in Local band The Avian studio time at Eastown Recording Studio. $500 in tattoos from Wicked Ways. $500 in Web site design work by Chemical Image and a glass prize from Purple Conspiracy flying high East's Smoke Shop. Jenison band UnAJtered won round one and Holland. Mich, natives Shackle Jack took round Featuring GVSU to avoid confusion. we opened for the Red Jumpsuit In 2004. the group recorded Apparatus, and it was the most two of the competition. freshman Drew its first four-song demo at River amazing show we've had. Grand “It felt awesome." said singer- guitarist of Shackle Jack. Enc VanderVeen, group City Studios, catching the eye Rapids really has great people of Fifty-Fifty Records, a record who come out to support the Evenhouse. better known as Buddha. “It felt just amazing.” opened for Bowling label out of Grand Haven. Mich. music scene.” The band entered the They signed the band in the spring Though the band continues GVl / Taylor Raymond for Soup competition last year, however of 2005. allowing members to to book local shows, its record Better than wrestling: The 2007 Heavyweight Championship of Rock featured they lost in the first round. record a new album. label is set to go national. This the band Weddg competing to be this year's winner By Branden Stewart “Our latest recording is means the band will have more GVL Staff Writer a two song maxi-single that opportunities for a bigger we recorded on an artist future. Playing across the state and development contract with Fifty- “I hope we’ll be able to do Aussie turned Michiganian starts tour in GR attracting the attention of national Fifty Records.” VanderVeen said. well enough that I can support groups, local band The Avian “We’ll be talking to them soon a family comfortably, without By AJ Colley The audience Harper draws is Harper decided to move to Conspiracy has worked hard to about what our next steps as a having to be gone for nine diverse, he said. America after achieving success make its dreams a reality. GVL Staff Whirr band are. Ultimately we want to months out of a year.” Ouwinga “We’U play in a college and in Australia Opening for famous record a full-length album. ” said. "Put it this way — I want to they’ll love us there and then we’ll “You just get to a point where headliners such as Bowling for Catching up with Australian Writing original songs and be able to play enough so that it’s play to guys who are 40 and they'll you reach a level and can’t go any Soup and The Red Jumpsuit lyrics, the bandmates said musician Harper as he finished always fun and never draining.” love us too.” he added. further unless you go into the pop Apparatus. the Caledonia- they do not (it a specific music No matter what happens in laying down tracks far his new Above all. the band wants world." he said. based band has slowly gained style. VanderVeen explained its the future, the band said it has album, he said he was “in heaven” people to come see great music Harper is content with his success and popularity since its sound as a "pop- had a great run — but nor because of the music. and great performing, he said. American success thus far. but formation three years ago. punkish like so far with no He and his band were recording “1 know I’ve gone and seen said the radio can be rather The band, which features thing.” while intention of at Big Sky Recordings in Ann “Playing at the a band and loved the album, but unsupportive of upcoming artists. Chad Burrows on lead vocals. Wienczkowski stopping. Arbor, surrounded by w hat Harper then they were drunk or drugged There’s always this thing in Ed VanHouten and Josh called it “positive Intersection is really “We arc so characterized as his second love up." Harper said. Australia that if you're in America Wienczkowski on guitar. Tim alternative.” fortunate to — thrift stores. His fust love is He added that although it may a dream come true you’re doing really good." Harper Ouwinga on bass, and Grand Either way. have so much blues and soul-focused music. be difficult to match the album for me." said. Valley State University freshman the band plays support in so "I’ve been doing it so long recordings, performing well is The artist now calls Michigan Drew VanderVeen on drums and to please its many ways. Our now. if I didn’t do it I’d feel like important to him. TIM OUWINGA home, having set himself upon 11 percussion, met in high school audience, families have I’d cut a leg ofT." Harper said. Performing was not always MEMBER OF THE AVIAN acres near Ann Arbor where members originally Ouwinga said, supported us Armed with his harmonica easy for the Australian native. CONSPIRACY Despite a self-proclaimed played under the name Avian. which he I defined from the start and didgeridoo. an indigenous Although successful in his native hatred for flying. Harper still “Ed. Drew and Chad all got as anyone and somehow Australian instrument. Harper country, coming to the United instruments for Christmas years willing to listen. we manage to starts his most recent tour at Billy ’s Stales to play was a more difficult makes it back to Australia about ago and decided it would be cool Playing shows throughout continually find the right people Lounge m Grand Rapids Friday transition. once a year. He plans to tour there to stall a band." Wienczkowski West Michigan, the band has at the right times." VanderVeen He plays in Ann Arbor Saturday Harper began playing “tiny" after his American tour. said “When Ed broke his hand. performed on stages as far said. before setting off for the rest of the venues and said it was harder to A new 12-track album, his Tim O. stepped up to (ill the spot. away as Indianapolis. Past To sample the band's country. get gigs, but now he has venues second offering horn the Blind Ed came back when his cast performances include sold-out music or chtxk out upcoming Harper said he loves playing at asking him to play and he’s Pig label, is due out in May. came off and Tim O. stayed.” concerts at the Intersection, performance dates visit its Web Billy’s, a "great little bar." He said headlined summer festivals. Audiences, however, can expect to VanderVeen said when the a venue for local as well as site at http://www.myspace. the hand cares about the audience Moving to Michigan was a hear some new songs at Harper’s band realized that a California mainstream bands in the heart of com/theavianconspiracy. Its enjoying themselves at shows. big help, he said. The band used upcoming shows. group was performing under the Grand Rapids next concert is Feb. 3 at the “So. anyone who comes out is to come to America for chunks of Friday's show is at 9 pm. at name Avion, the band decided “Playing at the Intersection Intersection playing alongside going to have a great ear festival four months, but when they left to Billy’s, located at 1437 Wealthy it would be best to change its is really a dream come true for Broken Sunday. as well as a great dance festival ” return to Australia he said people St in Grand Rapids. Tickets are name to The Avian Conspiracy me." Ouwinga said. “Recently, he said. forgot about them. $5

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By John Faarup and plotting. By Michelle Pawlak its potential audiences with action-packed trailers and GVL Staff Writer Despite all the grandiose set GVL A&E Editor pieces and action sequences, disappoints the ones who made it to the theater as they sit •• out of•**• there is a persistent hollow •out of •*•• feeling present in the story, and in through a creepy drama with less action than an episode of Chow Yun-Fat ’s latest “The the end it is clear that the film is The only people who should "Fear Factor.” Curse of the Golden Rower” more than a little empty. even rent this movie — let The Lanthorn would like to open up this plays out more like an episode The last reel features a battle alone see it in the theater — are The story is whack — non- of “General Hospital” rather than scene and a dramatic climax those who want to know what relatable, over-dramatic and space to the creative minds on our campus slow — very, very slow. Beyond his typical action vehicle. Deceit, that prior to "The Lord of the it would be like to live in a Here we can showcase the talent among incest and backstabbing are all Rings” trilogy may have been kaleidoscope. the psychedelic trip of color, in the mix. This time, however, impressive, but here it just seems Although the sets and the only compliment-worthy us by printing photos, poems, short stories the soap opera inheritance-laden perfunctory. costumes are undeniably factor is Gong Li’s performance and graphics submitted voluntarily. If you high society types are replaced The English subtitles can do as Empress Phoenix. amazing, the plot does nothing are interested in submitting something, with Chinese royalty during the little to mask the shortcomings to make this film worth Bound by her role in the 10th century Tang Dynasty. of a movie that could have been seeing. palace and weighted down e-mail your work along with your name, Emperor Ping (Chow Yun-Fat) a lot better with a little less eye by an insane amount of hair After dictionary.com-ing class standing, major, contact information and his second wife. Empress candy and a little more emotional “perfunctory.” it’s safe to agree accessories. Li creates an Phoenix (Gong Li), have been investment. that, yes. this film’s action intense, emotional character and a brief paragraph describing it to For what it’s worth. "The that demands the audience ’s at odds with each other for many sequences seem pretty typical arts@lan thorn . com years. The tension escalates Curse of the Golden Rower” may to the film standard created attention. when Ping begins poisoning the deserve a rental, if only to witness over the last few years. Unfortunately the same Empress’ daily “medicine" with a some of the technical w izardry. "Golden Flower" deceives cannot be said for Chow p.m. at The Intersection in Grand! black fungus that causes a person Yun-Fat. Bouncing between Heavyweight Rapids. Tickets are $5. continued from page A6 to lose their mind after several Hollywood and Asian cinema. Bands competing Friday are, months of ingestion. Yun-Fat has made an action- are all kinds of great bands who Dissonant. Through the Mist, Couple this with the fact that packed career with movies draw lots of people.” Evenhouse Dirtknap, Dendura, Hanshot the Empress and her stepson. such as “The Replacement said. First and Know Lyfe. Round Prince Wan (Liu Ye), have been Killers” and “The Corrupter.” With a panel of judges giving four's competition will showcase engaged in an affair, all sorts But this film neither highlights their input at the finals, even bands The Orphan. Seeing Eye God, of family chaos ensues that his fighting skills nor allows who don’t draw a large crowd Aetemal, Internalize, Rise and eventually leads to an inevitable him to use his good looks could have a chance at winning. Toilsome. bloody climax. and charm. Yun-Fat ’s talent Round three is Friday and For mure information, visit The Empress will have is wasted within the elaborate round four is Jan. 26. both at 9 http://www.9ectionlive.com . nothing of her husband's plot to and overly-secretive plot. silently kill her. Prince Jai (Jay If you're looking for a movie Chou) is an innocent bystander packed with martial arts and as he patiently waits to inherit the seasoned with a plot. “Golden Read Ben Hodges ’ video throne from his father. Loyalty Rower” is not it. If you like game review on the web at and trust are put to the test as the being confused, frustrated and royal family begins to crumble Courtesy Photo / Sony Pkturts partially disgusted, wait for the www.lanthorn.com under the weight of deception Golden attempt: Actress Gong li plays the Empress m "The Curse * DVD College Downtown Residences 510 College Avenue NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 458-6774

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NUMBER CRUNCHER Lakers tame Mustangs GVSU men’s basketball rolls over © Marygrove College in its biggest Robert Morris College, this margin of victory this season weekend s opponent for the Grand Valley State University By Marc Koorstra club hockey team, is 0*10-1 GVL Stuff Writer versus the teams both squads have faced off against this Not even a bad start could slow down the Grand Valley season. The Lakers hold a State Univenity men’s basketball team Wednesday night. record of 6-S-1 against those The Lakers extended their season-high win streak to same teams. nine games with a 79-40 ruut of non-conference opponent Marygrove College. GVSU started off the game complacent, but picked up the pace as the game progressed. Grand Valley State University "We were all a little disappointed by the way that we women's soccer coach Dave started the game." sard Laker head coach Rk* Wesley. Dilanni has 70 wins in his "Everybody raised then play in the second half. We showed four seasons as a Laker. He some character, and our guys pushed themselves tonight.’’ guided his team to the first- Marygrove struck first with a 3-pointer by Curtis Leavy ever national championship during the first possession of the game. The Lakers scored appearance this season while the next seven points before another three by Leavy brought boasting a school-best 19-2-1 the Mustangs back within one. record. Senior Kyle Carhart hit a 3-pointcr with just less than seven minutes to go in the lira half to halt a 6-1 run by Marygrove and spark a 7-0 run for the Lakers. The Mustangs managed to staydose thanks to back-to- ® back 3-pointers courtesy of Anthony Acho. In the women's 5.000-meter Junior Joel Whymer’s half-court attempt as the buzzer run, Grand Valley State sounded to end the first 20 minutes sailed high of iLs mark, University track athletes and GVSU took a 33-21 lead into the locker mom senior Mandi Zemba and The Lakers ’ efficiency on both sides of the ball was on junior Laura Aderman have display in the first half. They shot more than 68 percent from the top two times in the the fltxx while hokfing Marygrove to just 30 percent. country for NCAA Division The first half we did not quite have the energy that II. Zemba holds the top spot we needed." Wesley said. "We were not as focused as we with a time of 16:16.53, should be. and I have to give them credit. They have some while Aderman is second with pretty gotxl players and created some matchup problems 17:20.81. for us." GVSU found success working the ball inside during the early minutes of the second half. Junior Callistus E/iukwu and senior Mike Hall combined for eight points in less than three minutes. The Grand Valley State Eziukwu said he was trying to “play big" even though University women's basketball it was difficult to get excited for a non-conference contest team has 10 wins all-time against a small school. against its next opponent, The next six minutes of the game turned into a long- Gannon University. It holds a range shooting match as the two teams combined for seven 10-4 head-to-head advantage 3-poiniers. over the Golden Knights. Unfortunately for the Mustangs. GVSU poured in five of them, which gave the leakers a 38-33 advantage midway through the second half. And the leakers were not done. A fast break layup by Carhart sparked a 13-0 run to push the lead to 35 with a little more than five minutes leff on the dock. "They started to get tired in the second half, and our GET YOUR defease got a lot better." Wesley said. "We got some traasition opportunities, guys pushed the ball and that gave as some open 3-point shots." GVl / MUtt Butt*rti»W LAKER See Men's BbalL B3 Up and under: Senior Kyte Carhart goes tor a layup during the game against Marygrove College on Wednesday at the Fieldhouse NEWS Runner paces herself as a ONLINE student-athlete, mother By Brian Beaupied high school as it provided good endurance GVL Stqff RHMr training w hen she was on her high school www.lanthorn.com swim team. For many college students, waking up As she continued to run and her each morning is a challenge in itself. endurance improved, she found herself For Grand Valley State University becoming better at running king women’s track and cross country distances. MEN'S BASKETBALL champion Mandi Zemha, sleep comes at With her newfound talent, she made a premium nowadays. her way onto her high school cross STANDINGS While some students have difficulty country and track teams w here she went completing their assigned homework. on to earn all Upper Peninsula. All-State, Team | GLIAC | Overall Zemha. a senior health sciences major, and high school dream team honors. juggles much more In additKm to her Zemha decided to make the eight- school workkiad. she has a rigorous hour trek to Allendak' to attend school Grand Valley 6-2 14-2 workout routine in additKm to her life as a and compete despite being offered Saginaw Valley 4-3 7-7 wife and mother scholarships to run for Northern That ’s right - a mother. Michigan, Central Michigan and Ferris Michigan Tech 4-4 9 8 Akmg with capturing four national State universities. Northwood 3-4 7-8 champkmships in her career at GVSU "Northern offered me more money but they didn’t have a track team and that Lake Superior 3-4 6-10 (1.500 meter in 2002. cross country in 2005. 3.000 and 5.000 meter in 2006). helped to make my decisKm easier.’’ she Ferris H 5-11 Zemha is an astute student, earning said. Northern Michigan 2-6 89 academic all-Amencan honors and As her time at GVSU comet to a ckise, making the Dean’s List the past four Zemha kxiks to continue the winning Findlay 8-Q 14*1 semesters. traditMin of the track and field program Ashland 44 12-6 The Menominee. Mich native has by pursuing her first indoor national Courtesy Photo / Sports and info been mamed to her high school sweetheart champninship akmg w ith another outdoor Wayne State Jd Unexpected accolade fourth year women s soccer head coach earns highest coaching honor for more than two years and is the proud title mHMMW 3-4 11-5 mother of her two-year-old son Zac. Beyond her champHmship aspirations. "Zac kives to run. and once he gets Mercyhurst 1-4 11-6 See Zemba, B3 going he won’t stop." Zemha said. "He Gannon 1-5 5-9 Dilanni garners has a kit of endurance. But I’m not sure if he has the build to be a distance runner " WOMEN'S BASKETBALL A typical day begias early at about 7 am. when Zac wakes the entire STANDINGS coach of the year household. "If Zac woke me up 1 think about getting up and taking care of him.” Team | GLIAC | Overall ' However, with the 2CX)7 convention Soccer coach guides Zemba said "Otherwise my first thought being held in Indianapolis Jan ID-14. 7-1 14 3 each morning has something to do with Grand Valley team to best record Dilanni decided to drive down and join the running " Lake Superior 6-1 11-4 more than 8.000 other soccer coaches from in school history, first After a quick morning workout, she across the country Michigan Tech 5-3 11-5 showers and has breakfast before heading appearance in title game He leff the convention with distinction off to class as she prepares to graduate in Ferns State 4-3 10-5 as the NCAA Division II women’s soccer April coach of the year and another trophy Saginaw Valley 3-4 6-9 By Matthew Verdonk Following class. Zac gets dropped off bearing witness to the success hr and his GVl. Sports Editor at daycare or any one of the many baby ­ Northern Michigan 2-6 6-11 team enjoyed in its 2006 campaign sitters Zemba has lined up. many of which “I didn’t even know that I was going to Northwood 1jl-JA Dave Dilanni. head coach of the Grand arc her cross country or track teammates win until they announced it at the banquet Valley Stale Univenity women's soccer “With all of the girls on the team, we l J2±. that night." Dilanni said "Wr are going Sum team, traveled to Indianapolis because it always have someone who can watch to do things the right way and work very HitHdak 5-2 .10-1 was convenient, not because he expected him." she said. hard and he very competitive If individual to win an award Once Zac is dropped off. Zemha Ad.fcfl_ ±\QL awards come from that, then we are very In seven years as a college coach, usually manages to squeeze in another Messed" 2-5 6-11 including four at GVSU. he never made the workout with the team before taking The 19-2-1 record with which the i* tnp to the annual National Soccer Coaches off to her evening class Exhausted, she GVl Anlnt iMtyw Gtfbur 1 8-6 Lakers finished 2006 is the best m program Association of America conventual because returns home where she often falls asleep Balancing tlm» Mandi Zemba a ventor Rrnilay 6-i HI history Dilanni is 70-12-3 in his time at distance runner competes on both the the events were always located in cities too on her couch before making it into bed. women's track and Md and the cross country far from Michigan Zemba took up distance running m ( www q !i*( org See Dilanni, B3 teams along with being a mother B2 Thursday, January 18, 2007 SPORTS Grand Valley Lanthorn

* • GVL DIGEST Hockey looks to step up Sports in Brief Team got off to a Women's basketba* heats up successful start early from distance in the season, but Leal Saturday’s 92-point performance against Northern has only won two of Michigan University was the its past 10 games Lakers' lop point output of the In addition, junior guard By Kevin Vallance Erin Cyptik had a career-high GVL Staff HYiter 29 points Her previous game high was 17, against Northern The Grand Valley State Kentucky University on March University club hockey team 3, 2006. The nine 3-point field will attempt to turn things goals she poured in set the indi­ around this weekend when the vidual record for moat in a single Robert Morris College Maroon game. Eagles come into town. On the day. the Lakers dropped The Lakers jumped out in 16 from behind the arc. which to a 10-5-2 start this season, eclipsed the previous team record however they are a meager 2- of 13 set against Aquinas College 7-1 since. After dropping two on Dec. 8.1998. important games to Davenport University and Michigan State Winning streak continues for University last weekend, it men's basketball would be easy for the Lakers to GVSU’s men’s basketball give up. will carry its season-high nine Head coach Denny McLean game winning streak on the road and his team are not willing to for one contest before a long do that. home stand. On Jan. 22 the Lak ­ McLean said he remains ers will travel to Pennsylvania to confident in his players and is play GL1AC bottom-feeder Gan­ eager to see his team get back non University (4-9,1-5). to its winning ways. GVSU will then play four “I’m looking forward to the straight home contests against guys coming back and bouncing teams in the middle of the pack back. ” he said. “1 think they before its toughest game of the know where they want to be. year versus GLLAC South Divi­ and we let a little something get sion leading No. 7 Findlay Uni­ away from us. so now we have versity. to take care of business. ” GVl I Misty Minn* GVSU will have an Heating up: Referees break up a scuffle between senior Mike Marquardt and a Davenport University forward during a game on Friday night at Georgetown ice Arena GVSU divers plunge into opportunity to do so against the GUAC elite Eagles, a team that has become should it manage to build a two- 2-2 home record. Lakers in the fourth or fifth top five opponents. Senior divers Jennifer Hillson accustomed to winning on the or three-goal lead. GVSU also appears to hold spot when the new rankings are Colorado State University, and Raelyn Prelewitz both have ice. However, McLean said this Although he has confidence an advantage when looking released Jan. 21. ranked No. 3 in the West Region, posted top-five GLLAC scores is a rebuilding year for Eagle in his defense to hold onto a at each team's record against The top two teams in the will be the first tough matchup for diving this season. Hillson head coach Jim Sanchez and his small lead, he said he will need similar opponents this year. region earn automatic bids for the Lakers. The Rams come ranks fifth in the one-meter six into nationals, while the third team. his offense to stay aggressive Against the six teams that both to Allendale for a game Feb. 1. dives (228.30), second in the Sanchez has a lot of new and drive hard to the net the Lakers and Eagles have through 10th ranked teams will The Lakers will have to turn three-meter six dives (235.20), faces on his squad, but McLean Even amidst a three-game faced this year. GVSU is 6-5-1 participate in an eight-team around quickly and face an even second in the one-meter 11 dives playoff. knows he cannot afford to go losing streak. GVSU fans have while the Eagles are a winless tougher opponent when Miami (351.45) and fust in the three- Finishing in one of the top into the games expecting a win. reason to be confident that their 0-10-1. University of Ohio comes into meter 11 dives (399.45). ”We still have to be ready.” Lakers can come away with two If the No. 4 Lakers are able two spots in the region may be town for a pair of games on Prelewitz sits in second for out of reach at this point for the McLean said. “Jim’s a good favorable results. to sweep the weekend they will back-to-back nights starting one-meter six dives (258.75), Lakers, but barring a complete coach and guys respond well to Robert Morris College end this ranking period with a Feb. 2. third in three-meter six dives 4-3 record. meltdown GVSU should still everything he does.” Maroon has not done well on GVSU will face its final (231.08). first in one-meter 11 While that may not look finish in the top 10 and qualify If the Lakers want to walk the road this season, sporting a ranked opponent in the last dives (365.60) and second in impressive, two of the Lakers' for the regional playoffs. away from the weekend with miserable 3-13-1 record away game of the season when it three-meter 11 dives (371.20). After the two games against two victories. McLean said his from John Street Arena. three losses have come at the heads into Mt. Pleasant to skate Wayne Stale University is Robert Morris College Maroon, team needs to raise the intensity By contrast, the Lakers have hands of the top two-ranked against No. 5 Central Michigan the only other GLLAC school to four of the seven remaining in the offensive zone and keep played well in the Georgetown teams in the region. McLean University. boast multiple divers in the top said he expects to find his contests for GVSU arc against from becoming complacent Ice Arena this year, tallying a 6- five for a category. GM Dumars does it again

By Brandon Watson what Dumars was thinking. could probably start for most. GVL Assistant Sports Editor Here was a player who only Ben Wallace cashed in large thought about himself and had in Chicago and left his loyalty Chris Webber grew up in a history of problems with and credibility at the Palace. Michigan as a Detroit Pistons coaches and the media. Even without him. fan. It is only fitting that in the Pistons are still the Fourteen years later, he has his third full season with the best team in the Eastern a chance to bring his favorite Pistons. Wallace has become Conference. With a starting team an NBA a better player and a better five of Webber. Rasheed. Championship. teammate. Billups. Hamilton and the Webber Of course, winning cures best small-forward in the is finally everything. league, Tayshaun Prince, the coming home. Think about the players Pistons are now a team that For the first — Wallace. Chauncey Billups. even Western Conference time in years, Rip Hamilton. Antonio organizations will fear. he's actually McDyess and before he left Make no mistake — wanted. for Chicago. Ben Wallace. Dumars is not done making Upon being All were considered players moves. waived by the past their primes or not good The Pistons had an open Philadelphia enough to compete in the roster spot so they do not need 76ers. Webber addressed NBA anymore. to release anyone. However, his buyout as a blessing in Billups played for five with the plethora of big men disguise. teams during his first four in Detroit. Dumars is going The Pistons and general years in the league, but to have to do something. manager Joe Dumars are now Dumars took a chance. Possibilities include trading thinking the same thing. Hamilton was living under McDyess. Nazr Mohammed. Dumars is notorious for the limelight of Michael Carlos Delfino. Dale Davis or bringing in washed-up players Jordan's return to the NBA even Flip Murray in some sort that most teams would rather with the Washington Wizards. of packaged deal. not have on the roster. The McDyess was coming off Dumars has been in official coined term is “locker what seemed like six knee negotiations with the Toronto room cancer.” surgeries, and Ben Wallace Raptors about the possibility Webber will be anything was looked at as too small to of trading former Michigan but. be center for the NBA. State University star Morris When Rasheed Wallace was Well. Billups is now a Peterson for a pair of Pistons brought in from the Atlanta finals MVP. Hamilton is the players. Murray probably will Hawks one night after he was hardest player in the league to not be around next season moved from Portland, many guard and McDyess is the best because he is a free agent. Pistons fans were wondering sixth man of any team and See Dumars, B3

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By Matthew Verdonk As much as head coach Dawn GVL Sport* HdUor Plitzuweit stresses defense, one would think 68 points is enough, but one poor offensive After embarrassing two output in a half against a good opponents away from its own team can be enough to lose a gym last week, the Grand game Valley State University In its last two contests. women’s basketball team's GVSU showed glimpses most recent losses to Lewis of how dominant it can University and Michigan be. scoring 176 points and Technological University shooting about 50 percent look like overall and more than 50 aberrations. percent from the 3-point range A lack of The Laker offense is one consistency based on crisp, quick ball on the movement offensive end S They will do well to of the court remember that fact as the is a problem season progresses, because that has kept the tougher opponents are the team from not going to sit back and give getting into them open looks from beyond the type of the arc. rhythm needed if it is going It is going to become to make a serious attempt to important for Churchwell defend its national title. and fellow senior guard GVl Archmt / Abby foi Take its first of two wins Erika Ryskamp to get dribble Facedown: Joe Mendez wrestles for the 141 -pound weight class m hts match against Muskegon Community College on Sunday versus Northern Michigan penetration, draw defenders to University on Jan. 6 as an themselves and dish the ball example. The Lakers managed out to Zick and Erin Cyplik, a mere 19 points in the first who are both dangerous from half and then piled 41 in the distance. Wrestling keeps top spot second. Another key for the Lakers There is no legitimate down the stretch is going to be GVSU stays was outstanding, the best we’ve Mendez, last year’s national score of 7-6. reason for such a poor scoring senior center and last season's had all season,” said head coach runner-up in the 133 pound Also winning matches was output. national championship game ranked first in the Rick Bolhuis. “We were able to weight class, defeated UCF’s sophomores Tony Ferguson Four of the five starters most outstanding player Julia NCWA coach ’s come together as a team and Matt Bohren 11-7. (184 pounds) and Joe Aikens have scored more than 20 Braseth. prove to ourselves that we can In the 141 pound weight (197 pounds) and freshman points in a game this season. When she is in rhythm, she poll after weekend compete at the highest level.” class, freshman Kyle Schank Kelvin Miller (235 pounds). Junior guard Crystal Zick has is not only a dangerous post tournament in Iowa On day one of action, the recorded an impressive 9-6 Aside from providing racked up five 20-plus point up threat, but also an imposing Lakers disposed of Kansas State victory over three-time all- valuable experience and games and there is still a long defensive presence in the University by a score of 52-6 American Paul Rothenberg. competition, the trip to Iowa way to go in the campaign for By Brian Beaupied paint. before defeating the University GVSU dropped the next allowed the team to develop its her to increase that number. If she scores some early GVL Stuff Writer of Wisconsin-Milwaukee by a match in the 149 pound class chemistry. The only player who has buckets down low, teams will final of 52-12. The 18 points despite a gutsy effort from “This trip was a huge team not reached the 20-point have to start cheating and surrendered by the Lakers on sophomore Travis Eisen against builder for us. ” Bolhuis said. mark is Taushauna “Peaches” double-teaming her early. Not much changed in the day one were all the result of Golden Knight returning all- "The time spent together on Churchwell. However, her That will open up some good standings for the Grand Valley injury defaults. American Rob McCarty. this trip was invaluable to the energy and stinginess on looks for the guards on the State University wrestling In the Sunday final, the From that match on. the growth of our team. These defense is more valuable perimeter. team between the time it left Lakers matched up against the Lakers took control and never trips are huge building blocks than her ability to drive the The result of the Lakers' and returned from its weekend University of Central Florida, looked back. in putting together a team that lane, pull up and hit a 15-foot Monday game against the of competition in the National the No. 2 ranked team in the Junior Russell Correll can potentially win a national jumper. GLIAC South Division leading Wrestling Coaches Association nation behind GVSU. That is needed just 17 seconds to pin championship.” Although she can do that Gannon University Golden Cliff Keen Dual National where the Golden Knights will his opponent in the 157 pound The wrestling team will be consistently too. Knights will speak volumes Championships. remain in the rankings. weight class, giving the Lakers in action Thursday at Forrest In the NCAA tournament on whether or not they have The Lakers left Allendale The Lakers dominated the an edge in the team score at 12- Hills Central High School in last year on their way to the found a groove that will carry ranked first in the NCWA mats late in the match to secure 6 . a college and high school dual national championship, the them deep into the postseason. coach's poll and returned with the championship with a 33- Senior Billy Johnson, a meet. Lakers averaged almost 80 It is important for a team the top spot intact, winning the 12 final score. The final was returning national champion The Lakers will take on rival points a game. to peak at the right time. Now tournament after going 3-0 in also a rematch of last year's at 165 pounds, followed up Olivet College, which handed In 17 games this season, would be the perfect time for matches on the weekend. NCWA finals where the Lakers Correll with a win. the Lakers their only loss earlier they are averaging 68 points. GVSU to begin its ascent. The event, held at University defeated UCF to claim the Also stepping up for the of Northern Iowa, was hosted national championship. Lakers was sophomore Richard for the top college wrestling In the final. GVSU started Doherty, who wrestled in a programs in Division 1. II. Ill and off slowly, dropping the first higher weight class to fill a hole the National College Wrestling match by a 12-5 decision. left by an injury. Doherty, with Association, the division to Sophomore Joe Mendez was a distinct weight disadvantage, which GVSU belongs. the first Laker to get a win for recorded a huge win over a “Our performance on the mat his team. returning all-American by a

said. “I’m not surprised when Marygrove player to reach Men's Bball they play well." continued from page B1 double figures. GVSU also took advantage GVSU returns to Great Eziukwu led the way for of its height by totaling nine Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic the Lakers with a season-high blocks. One negative came at Conference play Monday 15 points and Hall added 12. the free-throw line where the Eight players scored at least Lakers converted just nine of when it travels to Erie. Pa. to five points. 17 attempts. take on the last place team in "We play a lot of guys, and Acho scored 12 points off the GLIAC South Division. that is who I count on.” Wesley the bench and was the only Gannon University.

Dilanni motivation. After my knee team for seven seasons and continued from page B1 injury he told me. ‘This is an assistant coach at Hillsdale what happened, and it's going College for both the men’s and GVSU, and he said team to suck, but I know you can get women's teams. accomplishment is greater than through it.’" Dilanni said knowing what any individual accolade. Dilanni said having a motivates each individual “The award ranks below positive impact on the lives any team accomplishments.” player is probably the most of the student-athletes on and Dilanni added. “For me it important aspect of his job. off the pitch is more important shows our program is on the “Every one of our girls igan urive right track. ” to him than awards, wins and is different," he added. “My Senior Shannon Carrier, losses. challenge and (assistant coach) (616) 243-7511 who is one of four 100-career “I think I’m a people Erica’s (Demers) challenge is point scorers in the II-year person.” Dilanni said. “That’s to get to know every one of history of the Laker women’s why I’ve chosen to coach our players in a sense that we Only 1/4 mile from* soccer program, said she chose college athletics. I want to be know how to get the best out An easy and caring and help our student- to play at GVSU because of of them.” ^ Dilanni. athletes as best I can in any His players are already GV Entrance “He does a good job of way I can.” training in preparation for next convenient breaking down parts of the Before coming to GVSU, season, one full of opportunity . 3&4Bedroom* game into drills to demonstrate Dilanni was the head coach for more team success, and them,” she said. “He taught of the Jackson Lumen Christi perhaps, the individual awards location! Townhomes* me a lot about discipline and High School women’s soccer that come with it. 2 Full Baths* Zemba turning in top notch performances Zemba seeks to be either a full-time in competition continued from page B1 professional runner or a personal Central Air* "Mandi is a person that leads by trainer while continuing to spend her short term goals include doing." Baltes said. "She is very as much time as possible with her On-site Managers* staying healthy and in shape. focused and committed to the goals family Zemba has earned the she has set for herself She is very In the meantime. Zemba may Shuttle Bus Stop on site admiration of her teammates and driven to reach her full potential ” be found in any of her remaining head coach Jeny Baltes by being a More than anything. Baltes indoor or outdoor events Dishwasher, Microwave leader, setting an example through called Zemba “focused. ” Chances are. she will be leading her work ethic and consistently In the long run. however. the pack. Washer and Dryer

lumars 22.000 Palace inhabitants who spend. Webber will receive believe his so-called “non­ n firmed from page B2 1.2 million from the Pistons, winning attitude ” is a fluke. which is the veteran's so Dumars is trying to get Do not say this guy lacks minimum in the NBA for any mething in return for him. the drive to win. player who serves more than However. Webber is still Thirty-eight million is a 10 seasons. e man of the week, and pretty nice check to receive, Remember what happened stons fans know it. and Webber was willing the last time Dumars brought Upon walking out of the nnel and taking his seat to to accept it to get out of in an overpaid, obnoxious, itch Monday’s game against Philadelphia so-called loser who only cared f Minnesota Timberwolves. The great thing about the about himself? Oh yeah, the rbber was greeted with Pistons signing the former Pistons won the NBA Title. standing ovation from a Fab Five star is the money Here's to them doing it Id-out crowd of more than Detroit will not have to aeain B4 Grand Valley Lanthorn Laura Mazade, Laker Life Editor Thursday, January 18, 2007 LAKER LIFE lakerlif e#lanthorn com

GVL DIGEST Career Services to Laker Life in Brief aid in job search

Program to get GVSU in Office helps couple key points employers shape browse are educational Campus Recreation is students locate background. work history, offering the Get Buff challenge internships, work leadership roles and internship to motivate Grand Valley State experience. University students to exercise experiences She added that resumes tend to and get fit for spring break. be individual because everyone's Participants will record their experiences are different, but By Laura Mazade minutes for each activity and resumes should still maintain CVL taker Life Editor earn points when they exercise. the look of being neat and Prizes will be rewarded based professional by highlighting skills Students getting close to on total number of points. and how a person can contribute the end of their college career This exercise program to a company. might be on edge about what is a free incentive program Moore suggests students post-graduation life will bring to starting Monday and ends on graduating in April should be them, especially when it comes to March 2. active in their career plan. finding a job. For more information or to “The standard amount of Career Services at Grand register, visit http://www.gvsu . time it lakes a graduate to find a Valley Suite University can help edu/rec. job can be anywhere from four students who know what they to 12 months.” she said. “My want to do but do not know how Seminar to help cope with recommendation at this point to find a job. or for those having loss is that if a person hasn’t started, trouble w ith what to expect after A seminar focusing on they should come in to Career college. individual loss, including Services nght away to see where KoleUt Moore. assistant death, relationships, health, they are headed' CVl / Kjtto Mf director internship specialist at careers and prestige, will Career Servk.es brings in 30 Learning to lead: Allison Brunner. Cathy OPonto. Krystal Mmank and Lindsay McCullough, all juniors or seniors at Oakland Career Services said students may be offered to the GVSU to 50 employers every semester University m Rochester. Mich . came out to Grand Valley State University for the Leadership Summit utilize several different aspects of community. for oo-campM interviews with Career Services. How loss impacts people, student* and also hosts the West Specifically, Career Services how to go about living with Michigan Career Connections can help define a career, walk loss and the day-to-day aspects Summit to provide GV with more than 80 employers students through the steps of of living with loss will be registered. creating a resume, polishing discussed at the seminar. The West Michigan Career interviewing skills, establishing The seminar will begin on Connections will be on Feb a plan of contacts and helping to Monday and run for fi ve weeks . 21 from 2 to 6 p.m. in DeVtos It will be located at the Student leadership development connect with potential employers. Services Building Room 204. Moore said. See Job Search, BS For more information, call For resumes. Moore said a the Counseling and Career Tenth annual Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Laker Leadership programs Development Center at (616) Society and the National Pan- are the Emerging Leaders 331-3266. Leadership Summit Hellenic Council State Day. Retreat. Intermediate Leaders to teach students Students attending the Institute and Advanced Leaders AB participants coming conference will have the Capstone. together ‘valuable networking opportunity to listen to special First-year students are Participants involved in guest speakers and participate encouraged to attend the Alternative Breaks are invited opportunities ’ in educational sessions. Emerging Leaders Retreat, to attend the annual event Small group sessions although leadershipconferences Incredible Journey. By Dana Blinder will cover different campus- and retreats are open to all. The event will include GVL Staff Writer inspired leadership activities in Registration deadline for the speakers. ice-breakers, a professional setting. volunteering, lunch and time Students looking to develop professional student conference Students are led through the is Monday while the conference with groups to discuss trip leadership skills will have an programs by experienced OSL plans on Saturday from 9 a m. opportunity to learn at this will take place from 10 a m. to staff and graduate assistants. to 2 p m. year’s 10th annual Leadership 5 p.m. on Feb. 3 in the Kirkhof "All of the events that are For more information, Summit. Center. GVL / NkoJt Btrnwi part of Leadership Summit contact the site leader or ©- Laker Leadership programs Registration fee for the Campus convenience: Seniors Ty Hathaway (left) and Jima Mangat check are continuing our tradition of mail asb9student.gvsu.edu are put on by the Office of conference is $15 for GVSU appointments and schedules m the Career Services Office located m the Student providing valuable leadership Student Life at Grand Valley students and $35 for non-GVSU Services building Students looking for help writing resumes or job searching can development opportunities for Group therapy sessions State University. The programs students with lunch included. go to Career Services for more information students, ” Ross said. offered offer conferences each year Students interested in The Counseling and Career aimed at building the skills registering should visit the Development Center will be and networking abilities of Laker Leadership programs offering general therapy groups students, faculty and staff. Web site, http://www.gvsu.edu/ Make your student org. for students having difficulties “Students can learn valuable in their relationships or multidisciplinary leadership leadership, or go to the Office something in their lives that is development and networking of Student in Room 110 of painful or difficult to handle. opportunities." said Rebecca Kirkhof Center. Group members will Ross, graduate assistant for Students who miss the discuss issues concerning them Leadership Initiatives. Ross deadline to register may still and offer each other feedback is part of the team of graduate have a chance to attend by and support. assistants working in the registering late or online The program. “A Little Office of Student Life that plan depending on available space. Help From My Friends" leadership conferences and The Laker Leadership group therapy, will begin on activities for GVSU. program's mission is to provide STANDOUT Monday from 1:30 to 3 p.m. The conference will teach students with leadership at Room 116B DeVos on the successful leader skills in many training to continue learning, Pew Campus and from 3:30 to situations including athletics, as well as strengthening 3 p.m. in Room 204 STU on diversity.culturalorganizations, relationships between group the Allendale Campus. Greek life, student government, members, in order to benefit A women's therapy group student organizations, service the community. Trust the Lanthorn to will also take place on Tuesday learning, civic engagement and The OSL also works with from 3 to 4:30 p.m. and a campus-wide programming. other GVSU organizations to session open to all will be Ross added the conference ensure leadership programs are from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in Room will include a Case Study up to date. advertise your 204 STU. Competition sponsored by Other leadershipconferences GVSU circle of Omicron organized by the OSL and student organization. Padnos offers new study abroad options

By Brandon Manus boasts an enrollment of more Macquarie and Benifsakademie GVl Staff Writer than 29.000. University fit that mold." said Mullendore said Macquarie Rebecca Hambleton. director of New options are intact for has a large international student study abroad and international students thinking of going population so GVSU students partnerships. abroad as Padnos International who go there will be exposed Hambleton said the Center teams up with to many nationalities. pannerships will allow more The Lanthorn offers Macquarie and Benifsakademie Additionally. students students to have greater universities. majoring in business now versatility when planning to “Bothoftheseuniversitiesare have the opportunity to study study abroad. comprehensive universities." abroad at Benifsakademie "Students will have the discounts to student said Kristine Mullendore, University in Mosbach or Bad option to study for a semester criminal justice professor who Mergentheim, Germany. or for an entire school year," has led summer programs The student exchange Hambleton said. "Already we agreement with have seen a lot of interest in organizations! in Macquarie University in Sydney. Australia since 2000. Benifsakademie University these programs." “The academic interests of and the Seidman College of She added that Macquarie students, faculty and staff at Business will allow GVSU University is a university- each university will be served students to enroll and take wide initiative program while by the other university." classes easier than before, Benifsakademie is primarily Since the inception of said Carol Sanchez, associate for business majors. the Macquarie study abroad professor of management Looking to the future, program, more than 175 GVSU and director of international Padnos International Center is students have participated business programs. plans to expand in an effort to “The partnership (with Classes at Benifsakademie provide GVSU students with Macquarie University) is a are taught in English and the more options for studying logical culmination of the business programs at GVSU abroad. Hambleton said. successful summer study and Benifsakademie are “We have a strategic abroad program established comparable. initiative." she added “Latin in 1998.” said Rich Jelier. Sanchez added that credits America is a top priority, as associate professor of public will easily transfer and can well as strengthening our For all campus inquiries, contact: Rob Austin and nonprofit administration be arranged before students relationships in China." who has also led summer leave. For more information Asst. Advertising Manager programs at Macquarie "When (OVSU) is on Macquarie University. developing new international University. Benifsakademie University or 331-2068 Macquarie is not unlike partnerships, our priority is to other study abroad programs, GVSU. Since its establishment look for institution-wide, well contact the Padnos International in 1964. it has experienced known, reputable universities Center at (616) 331-3898 or www.lanthorn.com tremendous growth and now for our students and both visit http://www.gvsu.edu/pic .

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Twin car burnt* tore through a Prune Minister Noun al Maliki leading Baghdad university as blamed the attack on "temrusts students left classes Tuesday in and Saddarmsts" seeking revenge the deadliest attack in Iraq in for Monday's hanging of two nearly two months, and the United of Saddam Hussein's top aides, Nations reported 34,432 civilians convicted with him for the slaying were slain last year, nearly three of 14k Shiite men and boys after a times mute than the government 1982 assassination attempt in the reported. northern town of Du jail A total of 142 Iraqis were The violence Tuesday against killed or found dead Tuesday, in Shiites may signal a campaign what appeared to be a renewed by Sunni insurgents to shed as campaign of Sunni insurgent much blood as possible before A/ / Kjtlty Ptonkj violence against Shiite targets the deployment of 21.500 mote Crossing the line: Joseph t Duncan III is shown dunng a hearing at the Kootenai County Shernffs Department Justice building m Coeur d'Alene. Idaho, m this Oct 16. The sharp uptick in deadly attacks American troops. Most of the 2006 Federal prosecutors have hied their first charge agamst convicted murderer Duncan III. but it's not for abducting two north Idaho children and killing one of them coincided with the release of U.N. additional U.S. troops will be Duncan has been charged with illegally driving a stolen Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo across state lines figures that showed an average used to bock up the Iraqi army in a of 94 civilians died each day in security sweep to rid the capital of sectarian bloodshed in 2006. Sunni and Shiite gunmen The blasts wrecked two Secretary of State Condolee/za Prosecutors file charge against small buses as students at Al- Rice, in Kuwait for a meeting Mustansiriya University were with eight Arab nations to discuss lining up for the ndc home at ways to keep Iraq from sliding about 3:45 p.m.. according to Taqi into civil war. sought to lower any al-Moussawi. a university dean expectations that the troop buildup man accused of kidnapping At least 65 students died would quickly pacify the country The attackers stationed a man "Violent people will always abducting two north Idaho children her 9-year-old brother, Dylan. U.S. the children'! mother, her fiance wearing a suicide belt in the be able to kill innocent people." Feds prosecute and killing one of them. attorney's office spokeswoman expected path of fleeing students she said. "So even with the new and her 13-year-old son. He was suspected abductor Duncan was charged with Jean McNeil said Tuesday to take even more lives, but he security plan, with the will and sentenced to life in pnson without A grand jury is expected to hear was spotted and shot by security capability of the Iraqi government for crossing states, illegally driving a stolen Jeep Grand parole on the kidnapping charges. Cherokee Laredo across state lines the case, including the possible men before he could blow himself and with American forces to help The sentence on the murder upcoming charges, in the next few up. the dean said. reinforce Iraqi forces, there is still with stolen jeep Federal investigators say he rented counts was deferred; federal (he car in Minnesota and was still weeks, McNeil said. "The only guilt of our martyred going to be violence.” instead of children prosecutors have said they intend driving it when he was arrested in Duncan is also considered the students is that they pursued She said the U.N. civilian death to seek the death penalty. 2003 at a Coeur d'Alene restaurant, prime suspect in the slayings of education. They belong to all figures differ from others. “But By Alicia P.Q. Wittmeyer Prosecutors had rejected an whatever the number of civilians sharing a meal with Shasta Groene. two children near Seattle and one in religions, sects and ethnic groups," earlier plea agreement in which who have died in Iraq _ and there .Associated Press Writer 8 years old at the time. Southern California in the 1990s. said an angry al-Moussawi. Duncan offered to plead guilty himself a Shiite "The terrorists obviously are competing numbers The charge filed Saturday is a Duncan pleaded guilty last BOISE. Idaho (AP) - Federal to the state charges _ plus other want to stop education .. Those _ but whatever the number is. it's pl.iccholder to make sure he is not year in state court to three a Hints pnwecutixs have filed their first crimes for which he had not yet students had nothing to do with too many." she said. extradited to another state before he of first-degree murder and three charge against convicted murderer been charged _ in exchange for politics." Tuesday’s death toll fnrni the is tried for the kidnapping of Shasta counts of first-degree kidnapping After the explosions, a rescue al-Mustansinya bombings made Joseph Duncan III. but it's not for and the abduction and slaying of for the bludgeoning deaths of avoiding the death penalty. worker and three men in civilian it the single most deadly attack ckithes scrambled through the against civilians in Iraq since Nov. Job Search economy In additxxi. the deportment will aware of what their interests when 23. when a series of car bombs deciding cxi a career path. debris to carry a charred victim continued from page B4 “When trying to build a career, it off er a Job Search Strategies Seminar away in a sheet. and mortar attacks by suspected isn't just about the job you get today it 4 p m in Rixxn 215/216 Knfchuf "Start early, be persistent be The university's well-shaded al-Qaida in Iraq fighters in Mixxv said. "It's about the doors that on Jan. 30. profess* xial and have some idea of Place Grand Rapids and will campus occupies several square Baghdad's Sadr City Shiite slum (ipen for you to achieve your ultimate Mixxe suggests students be self- what you want to do," she said. have employers four all rruyirs A list blocks in north central Baghdad, killed at least 215 people. goal." of employers attending is available a mostly Shiite area. 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