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IAMI5 UARItON UNIVKIITT is receiving more applications, the UNFAIR ADMISSIONS percentage of accepted applicants "To the press alone, chequered who choose to enroll has steadily POLICIES BETWEEN as it is with abuses, the world is declined during the past few years, based on information from the Office indebted for all the triumphs of Institutional Research. THE SEXES? which have been gained by According to Fred Hilton, director reason and humanity over error of Media Relations, the positive and oppression." image of the university is growing ,— James Madison and spreading, which is clear from the growing number of applicants. Editor Alteon Boyce According to Mike McDowell, Managing editor Cyndy Uedtko spokesman for the State Council of Ads manager Maggie Mayall Higher Education for Virginia, the MALES! News editor Criitte Breen system of higher education has been applied attacked for many reasons lately. percent ■ "News editor Greg Froom Tuition hikes, tension between accepted! test, news editor Stacey Danzuao public and private institutions, and Focus editor Karen B rawer how much control the state can have FEMALafa over the admissions policies of state- applied Asst. focus editor Angle Krum funded schools have been issues percent Opinion editor Sherrl Elaenberj under consideration. accepted <4ssf. opinion editor Laura Wads When asked if the decline in source: Office of Institutional Research Statistical Summary Feb. 1996 Style editor Jason Comar percentage of enrolled students at JMU compared to those who are ALICIA HOOD/contributing artist /4ss( sry/r editor Karen BMz accepted is influenced by JMU's ensure the facilities are adequate. Senior Muggsie Marini, an Kosta Alexis, junior anthropology Sports editor Matt Provence reputation, Hilton said, "That's "The school is planning for the English major, said he questions the major, said he thinks admissions ^ssf. sporls editor Peter Hajtarty ridiculous." higher numbers." According to the amount of money JMU is spending should be based on how qualified the Copy editor Karen Bo£an The school's record number of Feb. 26 issue of The Breeze, JMU and will have to spend on the student is, not on what the university applicants this spring is enough will have about 2,850 freshmen next increase in students. decides the demographics of the Photo editor Roger Wollenberg evidence that the perception of JMU year. "If they are making cuts in student body should be. Asst. photo editor Melitia Palladlno is positive, he said. However, according to Shabazz, funding [to some colleges and Junior English major Ginger King Graphics editor Angela Tarry Shabazz agreed there is no the number of additional students faculty], the money should be going said she prefers admissions broaden Asst. graphics editor Drew Banaemer indication the attempts to balance the expected to enroll next year is to help the students and to make the factors for acceptance than go to student body or the restructuring anticipated to be less than 200. JMU a better school," he said. JMU with a homogeneous group of Advisers Hip Do Luca, efforts are affectfng prospective Students had varied reactions to Marini also questioned the way JMU students. Alan Neckowltz, students' perceptions of the school in the admissions increase. chooses to spend the money it has. "People get upset about them David Wondolkon a negative way. "I think the university is getting "When applicants are increasing, [admissions] basing it [admissions Another issue concerning better as a whole, but that doesn't why are they putting money into decisions] on things other than FYI. . . admissions is the number of students mean it's getting better for us [the some places where it's not needed? [academic qualifications], and I accepted and the university's ability students]," undeclared freshman We don't really know where it's understand that. The Breeze is published Monday to handle even more freshmen this Paris Sisamos said. going." "At the same time, there needs to and Thursday mornings and fall. "Of course, it's better for the Demographics is one element of be some balance. I wouldn't want to distributed throughout James According to Shabazz, campus school. More students, more money," the admissions process that concerns be at this school if it was based too Madison University and the local offices have held many meetings to Sisamos added. some students. much on one group." Harrisonburg community. Comments and complaints should be addressed to Alison Boyce, editor. Alcohol. continued from page 1 21 who purchases or possesses alcoholic beverages process], but it's fair," he added. Mailing address: two recent deaths due to alcohol abuse. The Breeze is in violation of the law and will be exposed to a A lot of responsibility is placed on the Anthony-Seeger Hall Some believe the deaths have made Radford misdemeanor conviction punishable with up to 12 university to secure a safe living environment, but James Madison University students more aware of the dangers of alcohol, months in jail and a fine up to $2,500. it is everyone's responsibility to enforce the law, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807 Hicks said. Selling alcohol, purchasing it for other Way said. "I have heard some students say that [the individuals under 21 and consuming alcohol in "It's our responsibility to maintain safe E-Mail address: deaths] have had a positive effect" on student THE_BREEZE within the JMU unlicensed public areas is also a violation of the residence halls and maintain an appropriate VAX system; awareness, he said. law. environment to be educated," he said. [email protected] outside Residence hall and campus programs expose Other universities in Virginia have alcohol the JMU VAX system Radford students to alcohol and drug education. policies similar to JMU's, with the exception that But Hicks said the recent tragedies are evidence It's a responsibility to JMU is the only school that allows kegs on Breeze Net: that some students don't know enough about the http: / /breeze.jmu.edu campus. dangers of alcohol. provide [alcohol and drug] Haveson said he objects to the clause that An individual may have one copy "It's surprising and shocking that with the permits beer kegs on university grounds. of The Breeze tor free. amount of education that is done, so many students All subsequent copies cost 25 education, but it ultimately "When a person is drinking out of a keg, it's a cents a piece. don't know" that alcohol can kill, he said. free flow. It's harder to monitor than out of cans or Radford officials plan to continue the alcohol falls on the shoulders of bottles," he said. education programs already in.place and don't The alcohol policies at Radford, the College of In The Breeze. foresee adding more to the list. , William & Mary, University of Virginia and "It's our challenge to educate those students and the students to go and OPINION 12 George Mason University are all similar to the make them more aware" of the seriousness of policies at JMU, with few adjustments. STYLE 18 alcohol abuse, he said. "It's a responsibility to learn it. All policies compl/ with state laws, but some FOCUS 23 provide [alcohol and drug] education, but it t Jim Hicks schools have different approaches to individual SPORTS 27 ultimately falls on the shoulders of the students to assistant dean of students at Radford University punishment. COMICS 32 go and learn it. At GMU, students who use false identification CLASSIFIEDS 35 "I don't know how much more we can do," he Fines for this violation range from $250 to to purchase alcohol, such as a false driver's license, said. $2,500, with confinement in jail for up to 12 can lose the false ID for up to one year. At UVa., CORRECTION Some members of the JMU community believe months. neither the university dining service nor the drinking is a problem on campus, but many A three-tiered graduated level of punishment is university union have an ABC license. students are not able to make the connection with The story "Faculty Senate used for offenders of the alcohol policy. Way said. Some tfiudents said they feel underage drinking students at other universities, according to Randy First-time offenders are seated at a round table endorses post-tenure review is not a problem as long as students are responsible Haveson, JMU counselor and substance abuse with university judicial officers and discuss the recommendations" on page 5 for their behavior. specialist. consequences and effects of alcohol. "I think that underage drinking is not a problem of the March 18 Breeze should "It's a matter of luck that [a death due to alcohol Second-time offenders go through a similar if students drink responsibly," said junior Jeannine have stated the Faculty Senate consumption] hasn't happened here," this school process for a longer period of time and third-time Ruggiano. unanimously passed a merit year, Haveson said. offenders are required to attend a six-hour course She added,"People on college campuses are old pay resolution. Also, the "Students don't connect with the tragedy," he called. On Campus Thinking About Alcohol. enough to make their own choices." senate passed a revised added. OCTAA is designed to serve as an educational Sophomore Christina Neill said she thinks most proposal presented by the Mike Way, JMU judicial coordinator, said the session to teach students about the effects of people are not familiar with the health risks Post-Tenure Review university's judicial process focuses on education alcohol, and help them make better choices in the involved with alcohol abuse. Committee, but not and awareness, especially for first-time offenders future about responsibility. "A whole lot of girls diet, then go out and get unanimously. The Breeze of the alcohol policies. "It teaches people to be accountable," for their wasted on the weekend," she said. regrets the error. According to the alcohol policy listed in the actions. Way said. News editor Cristie Breen contributed to this l995-'96 Student Handbook, any person under age "I don't know about the effectiveness [of the article. THE.BRBEZE- Monday, March 25, 1996 $ Students aid in cleanup of Arboretum Volunteers lend a hand in repairing winter flood damage in preparation for spring byMitziO'Rear ago," he said. staff writer The student and community The Flood of -96 not only interest in protecting the Arboretum damaged homes, cars and manmade as a natural environment has structures', but also damaged some increased as a result of the flood, natural habitats. according to Bodkin. The JMU Arboretum sustained "The interest in rebuilding [the extensive damage due to January's Arboretum] was rekindled." he said. flood, requiring a large cleanup Members of some student process to repair the outdoor living organizations showed up on two plant museum in preparation for volunteer days, Feb. 17 and 24, to spring. help clean up debris and recondition Two cleanup days were held last trails, according to Bodkin. month during which more than 20 Senior Sarah Schreib volunteered students volunteered their time and to clean debris that had gathered energy, according to Norlyn Bodkin, around trees. She said there was a lot Arboretum director. of work to be done, and it took a lot According to Ron Brown, an of time, but student support was Arboretum volunteer, the flood helpful. "It made the cleanup a lot washed out all bridges, including the quicker." main bridge in the Wood Memorial Sophomore Brian McKone was Garden. At its height, the water was one of 15 members of Pi Kappa about four feet high, covering the Alpha fraternity who volunteered to main bridge and most of the garden help. up to University Boulevard. Flood He raked out flower beds around waters carried away benches and the gazebo and remulched them. The picnic tables. group joined in the effort because Bodkin estimated the cost of "that's part of our school, so we just repairs at $20,000. According to a went over and gave them a hand," news release, the Arboretum is McKone said. • operated on funds raised by the John Bodkin said the Arboretum is a Clayton Society, admission fees to favorite place for many students, and special events sponsored by the the student response to the flood Arboretum and grants. Some showed this. individual members of the society JENNIFER B\KERJslaff photographer "The flood intensified everyone's have contributed more than $3,800 to A pile of dirt and pieces of wood show signs of spring cleanup in progress at the Arboretum, Saturday efforts. It's heartwarming to see that assist in flood damage repairs. afternoon. Repairs are a necessary chore after the damage this winter's flood inflicted. happen," he said. Arboretum volunteers have The Arboretum is preparing for a worked daily since the flood to return and the trails have new mulch. The sedimentation, part of the matters that already needed repair, plant sale April 6 and an "April the area to its previous condition. Most of the damage was aesthetic, continuing erosion process, was sped including tighter water control Walk" April 7, in addition to other Bodkin said. and though time-consuming to repair, up by the flood, meaning the pond measures in the area. Bodkin said. activities offered this season. Eleven dump trucks of dirt were was really only minor. The major will have to be dredged earlier than "As a result of the flood, some of Bodkin encourages the JMU needed to fill in the ground around damage. Bodkin said, is what people usual, he said. the water management problems community to visit the Arboretum the pond so it could drain properly, can't see — sedimentation in the The flood did have one positive have now been addressed that should and. being optimistic, said, "We he said. The area has been reseeded. pond. effect it drew special attention to have been fixed at least eight years promise you a beautiful spring." Carrier encourages student action in the community and university by Greg Froom news editor by Mike White cooperated with the council to work on a staff writer revitalization plan for downtown Campus police report the following: Harrisonburg. JMU President Ronald Carrier urged The plan for downtown includes a Possession of Stolen Property community action at a speech Thursday .theatre, a museum, shops, restaurants and a • An individual allegedly was found in possession of a titled "You Can Make a Difference" in micro brewery. JMU offices and student stolen gray Toshiba laptop corriDuter in Wine-Price Hall Taylor Hall, rm. 404. housing will occupy some downtown space March 20. "Inaction causes some of the misery, as well, he said. The stolen property was recovered". An Investigation some of the pain and some of the suffering Carrier's next example of making a continues. in our society," Carrier said. difference in the community was his The program, sponsored by the LEAD ongoing work to make sure new highway Petty Larceny Center, was open to students and faculty. plans are friendly to JMU. He said the state • Unidentified Individuals allegedly stole a Sony Walkman Carrier began by discussing how action, plans to widen Interstate 81, which will and a gold diamond-cul bracelet in a pink velvet bag in not luck, determines one's fate. "The fault eventually affect the stretch through Wayland Hall between March 1 and 14. lies not in our stars but in ourselves." Harrisonburg. As chair of a transportation The Walkman is valued at $45. and the bracelet is valued Intellectual capacity and will are two committee in charge of this part of 1-81, at $100. important qualities for an individual who Carrier said he is using his role on the wants to make a difference in the committee to influence decisions on this Fireworks Violation community, he explained. issue. • Unidentified Individuals allegedly ignited a fire cracker Carrier described examples of how he 1-81 is overburdened in this area and the smoke bomb, activating the fire alarm system in the A-section has positively impacted the community. "A on-ramps are dangerous, according to of the basement in Hanson Hall at 3:13 a.m. March 21. few years ago, I looked at the downtown Carrier. Widening of 1-81 to six lanes would KYLE BUSSIsenior photographer The system was reset. [Harrisonburg] area and became force the installation of sound walls Carrier talks about plans to • Unidentified individuals allegedly ignited a smoke bomb, concerned." between the highway and campus. rejuvenate downtown Harrisonburg. activating the fire alarm system in the'B-sectlon ol Weaver He said the area "becomes a source of He has suggested rerouting 1-81 through Hall at 3:20 p.m. March 22. decay on the entire community" if it is not Keezletown and leaving the old highway as according to Carrier. improved, and urged the community to take a main street for Harrisonburg. He said even "There's a revolution taking place in Fire Alarm action to avoid this decay. though it will be difficult to accomplish learning," Carrier said. College courses may • A punctured pipe reportedly sprayed water on a fire alarm To illustrate this, Carrier described a this, it was also very difficult to get a bridge soon be offered over the Internet and that panel box, activating the fire alarm system in the Convocation situation at Trinity College, where a fence built over 1-81, and that project was those courses may lure students away from Center at 9:51 a.m. March 20. was built around the campus to protect it accomplished. a traditional college. The Harrisonburg Fire Department responded to the from a decaying community. Carrier explained how he has sought to Carrier went on to say that the incident. Explaining he didn't want the same make a difference within the community. administration will soon make a number of situation at JMU, Carrier said he expressed Changes in the telecommunications proclamations about things JMU will do to Number of drunk in public charges since Jan. 11:29 his concerns to the Harrisonburg City industry create a need to change curricula to Council a few, years back and has better prepare students for that industry. see CARRIER page 11 m it) i .4 ,Monday, March 25, 1996 THE BREEZE ^V > SKI & SKATE [Attention May Full Service Ski/Skate/Snowboard Shop

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lv IN BRIEF ' TH£ tiktEtk Monday, March 25, 1996 5 Social Work Organization holds its annual conference JMU's Social Work Organization will host "The Power of Social Work: Creating a Future for Diversity," its seventh annual conference, in JffM Phillips Hall Ballroom, March 29. The conference will bring together social work students as well as professionals from the surrounding area to learn from one another about the profession and its future. An April 1995 poll found This year's conference will focus on topics fficient service is such as affirmative action, violence in public schools, and feminism and social work. the No. 1 reason we give Workshops will be led by both professionals and students in and outside of social work. big tips at restaurants Contact Liz Chakmakian at 574-3437 for more information. Friendliness is also important, followed by attention/7+ to detail.

CATHERINE MATTINCLY/contributing artist WEEKLY EVENTS fiflMffi Monday Clinton gains support from • Little Grill Soup Kitchen, meet at CCM house, noon. African-American community G. Gordon Liddy to lecture on • Cycling ClubfTeam meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 404,5 p.m. President Clinton's support in the African- American community has soared in the past year, • EQUAL meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 305,5 p.m. perceptions of government and he enters his reelection campaign as popular The University Program Board will present G. • Romanian Club meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 404,6 p.m. among black voters as any president in modern Gordon Liddy at the Convocation Center, April • "Reproductive Technologies and Women's Rights," Women's Resource Center, history. 2,7 p.m. 6 p.m. This assessment, based on polling data and Liddy will speak on "Government Perception • Science Fiction/Fantasy Guild, Taylor Hall, rm. 306,7 p.m. interviews with black elected officials and vs. Reality." A question-and-answer period will • Animal Rights Coalition; Keezell Hall, rm. 310,7 p.m. researchers, is one indication of how well Clinton follow the lecture. Admission is free to JAC card has shored up key elements of his core holders, with a two-ticket limit, and $10 for the • "African and Islamic Revival: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives," Miller Hall, rm. 101,7 p.m. constituency in advance of the probable fall general public and at the door. Contact UPB at contest with Senate Majority Leader Robert Dole. • College Republicans meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 404,7:30 p.m. X6217 for more information. In one striking example of Clinton's standing Applications due today for in the black community, a recent survey by the Tuesday Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies new members of Outriggers showed African-Americans rated him more Outriggers, a student leadership organization, • Pre-Physical Therapy Society meeting, Burruss Hall, rm. 238,5:30 p.m. favorably than either two-time presidential is accepting applications for new members until 5 • Circle K meeting, Warren Hall Allegheny Room, 6 p.m. contender Jesse L. Jackson or the Republicans' p.m. today. Applications may be turned in to • Students for Camp Heartland meeting. Warren Hall Allegheny Room, 7 p.m. dream candidate for vice president, Colin L. Taylor Hall, rm. 205. Contact Annemarie at • AED meeting, Burruss Hall, rm. 31,7 p.m. Powell. X6538 for more information. • "Unzipped," sponsored by UPB, Grafton-Stovall Theatre, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., In fact, Clinton's 88 percent favorable rating Community service reps will $1.50. among blacks rivals that of Lyndon Johnson in • Young Democrats meeting, Warren Hall Allegheny Room, 8 p.m. 1965 — the year he signed the Voting Rights Act. sponsor Village blood drive • Movie marathon featuring "On Being a Universal People," CCM house, 9 p.m. Community service representatives will be sponsoring the Blood Wars blood drive for the Village area March 26. The drive will take place Wednesday in the TV lounge in Dingledine Hall. AH students • Junior Class Council meeting. Warren Hall Piedmont Room, 5 p.m. are welcome to donate blood. • Habitat for Humanity meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 402,5:30 p.m. Fairfax County teen-ager Madison Mediators provides • Caving Club meeting, Jackson Hall basement, 6 p.m. invents visual field analyzer students with experience • Outing Club meeting, Keezell Hall, rm. 310.6:30 p.m. • Baptist Student Union Revival Core prayer, BSU House 6:30-7:30 p.m. The idea came to 17-year-old Ian Hagemann The Madison Mediators is an organization that • Harmony meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 302,7 p.m. in September after a visit to his eye doctor. He provides students with a background in mediation had seen the machine his doctor used to diagnose for future use in the job market and in one's • "Unzipped," sponsored by UPB, Grafton-Stovall Theatre, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. eye diseases and brain disorders, and he personal life. $1.50. wondered why it had to be so large, nearly the Students interested in gaining experience in • Sophomore class meeting, Warren Hall Massanutten Room, 7:15-8:15 p.m. size of a telephone booth. the mediation field and contacts for internships So the Fairfax County high school senior should join. Thursday followed his instincts and invented his own An organizational meeting for Madison machine. Mediators will take place March 27 at 4 p.m. in • Clothesline Project, Warren Hall Post Office, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Using about $100 worth of computer chips, Anthony-Seeger Hall, rm. 28. Contact Tammy at • EARTH meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 404, 5-6:30 p.m. speakers and other supplies, Hagemann designed X7744 for more information. • Baptist Student Union Fellowship, BSU House, 5:30 p.m. and built a briefcase-sized version of the • BOND meeting, Warrren Hall Piedmont Room, 6 p.m. $20,000-plus device, known as a visual field Send Newsfile or Weekly Events analyzer. Information • Fellowship dinner at the Wesley Foundation, JMU Methodists, 6 p.m., and the Ophthalmologists say the teen-ager's creation New Life Singers Rehearsal, Wesley Foundation, 6:45-7:45 p.m. Call 434-3490. iTLMttlng is more than a nifty science project. If put into to Asst. News Editor, • Asian-American Association meeting, Taylor Hall, rm. 404, 7 p.m. mass production, it would allow glaucoma testing The Breeze, Anthony-Seeger Hall, • International Affairs Association meeting, Maury Hall, rm.101, 7 p.m. in places such as supermarkets, homes and public drop It off at The Breeze office • "Double Happiness," sponsored by UPB, Grafton-Stovall Theatre, 7 p.m. and health clinics, doctors said, making it easier to or fax It to 568-6736. 9:30 p.m., $1.50. Information is run on a space-available screen poor people, rural residents and elderly basis. • Campus Crusade for Christ, "Prime Time," Miller Hall, rm. 101, 8 p.m. shut-ins. • Muslim Coalition meeting. Warren Hall Allegheny Room, 8-9:30 p.m. —L.A. Times/Washington Post news service 6 Mon&y, March 25, 1996 THE BREEZE SGA Election '96 Preview

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Cory Anderson David Finazzo Moira McCaffrey • Improve student • Institute a Sa nsportation by • Introduce a voter registration communication with faculty program. A working ) Harrisonburg •drive for the 1996 presidential and administration through • Improve ccfp Transit sy election. SGA Week and open forums. for both on#jl Work with Isonburg to • Work to extend the add/drop • Try to cure student apathy. students. the rounding period at the beginning of • Increase the number of • Design arfia ire^pt JM each semester. students who vote in SGA and repres&H UHLSGA and students • Work with UPB to ensure elections. for students!^ >Q9 m At student input is considered when developing programs.

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April Roberts Danny Salehi Kim Wilson • Send students to Faculty • Make senators more • Send an SGA newsletter to Senate meetings. accountable to constituents. all organizations. • Have senators give surveys • Get more styrofoam • Improve relations between to halls and COCL to make recycling containers. JMU and the community tehm more accountable to • Have informal SGA events through outreach programs. constituents. to increase student interest in • Have students who sit on • Work to improve lack of SGA. commissions and committees communication. report at SGA meetings. %tu .THE BREEZE Monday, March 25, 19% 7 Treasurer

Gary Basnett Richard Jenkins Matthew Montgomery • Personally contact administrators • Fund within SGA and state rules. • Better integrate class councils to address student concerns. • More communication with front- with SGA. • Hold forums to improve student end budgeted organizations. • Better communication on the involvement. • tmprove internal cohesion SGA budget with students. • Will be on call 18 hours a day to through more social events. • Improve communication with hear student suggestions. faculty on money matters. Secretary

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Misty Benna Michelle Carlisle Tony Madsen Justin Voshell • Diversify the Senate. • Make SGA minutes accessible • SGA bulletin board to improve • Inform students of upcoming • Create SGA newsletter for all by putting copies in Warren Hall communication with students. bills in SGA. organizations and clubs. and the commuter lounge. • Orientation program for SGA • More student voice in faculty • Use the VAX to as a means of • Get more guest speakers. newcomers. and administrative decisions. hearing student opinion. • Publish a monthly newsletter. • Improve VAX use to save paper. • Begin SGA newsletter. Honor Council President Honor Council Vice President

• Inform • Change • Promote Honor students of the eligibility for a Council awareness. role of Honor student to run for • Improve internal Council. Honor Council and external • Let students offices. communication by know the • Increase student restructuring the Honor Council knowledge of committees within serves them. Honor Council. Honor Council. Michael Keens Patrick Wyman Tristie Reed Photos by Melissa Palladino and Derek Rogers 8 Monday, March 25, 1996 THE BREEZE

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Unzipped Question Tues. & Wed, and answer UNIVERSITY March 26 & 27 session to HILARIuUS'A BOLDLY COLORFUL follow speech PROGRAM PORTRAIT OF THE FASHION WORLD! Members of the BOARD audience will have the opportunity to directly ask Mr. Liddy -(rti Or TIIFSXIMIM \MISI-M LMIHUMV. JOIN THE questions (Mow*) h YMIS!" I . JKs* J*u aSW i& JS&. UNZ1FPEU CREW! Tuesday, April 2 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Applications for the UPB Double Happiness Executive Chair Assistants in the Thurs., March 28 following areas are available: All movies. Braveheart • Publicity except Fri & Sat., J Sunday: f $1.50. 7& | March 29 & 30 • Public Relations , 9:30 unless . 2 Free tickets with your JAC card- • Film (4 Assistants) otherwise The Story of Qui Ju obtained in advance only at the Warren Hall Box Office noted. *i Sun., March 31 • Programming I Sunday I S10 Admission for the general public ^imcs Mojioon and at the door | movies are | Applications are in the UPB Office, Taylor free! 7:30 only. G. Gordon Liddy 233 and will be due by Wednesday, March For more 27 at 5 p.m. Interviews will be scheduled. | info, call t Jcln The Crvw at the Convocation Center X4UPB t«I»] ' 11-. . THE BREEZE Monday March 24, 1996 9 College rape case sparks Abortion speaker takes secular angle debate on national law by Jason Brock well contributing writer AP/newsfinder news service A Washington & Lee University law professor created a philosophical ROANOKE — An individual rights group and a national women's task for himself Wednesday night at group are taking opposite sides in a Virginia Tech rape case based on a a forum about abortion, sponsored by federal act that lets victims of sex-based crimes recover damages in federal InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. court. Using only "secular reasoning," he The Center for Individual Rights co-authored arguments made Friday on wanted to prove pro-life is the correct behalf of Tony Morrison, a football player accused of raping a woman in stance on abortion. his room. Sam Calhoun, who teaches an The National Organization for Women sided with Christy Brzonkala, ethics course on abortion at W&L, who is seeking $10 million from Morrison for the alleged rape and is said the pro-choice movement advocating changes in campus sexual assault policies. dismisses the rights of the unborn, Morrison and Virginia Tech have asked U.S. District Judge Jackson and current laws have caused a Kiser to dismiss the lawsuit without a trial. Friday was the deadline for "radical devaluation of fetal life." filing related arguments. "Is Roe vs. Wade morally The federal Violence Against Women Act, which Morrison claims is correct?" Calhoun asked his audience unconstitutional, provides that violent crimes motivated by the victim's of about 50 students. "How do you gender are discriminatory and violate her civil rights under federal law. value pre-born life? Do the unborn Morrison claims Congress exceeded its power by passing the law. The have rights deficiencies?" act does not substantially affect interstate commerce and therefore is a state, Though Calhoun believes the not a federal, matter, his attorneys wrote. Bible supports his view that abortion But Julie Goldscheid of the NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund is morally wrong, he concentrated on JAMES MORRlSlstaff photographer argued that many individuals who commit gender-motivated violent acts finding non religious reasons for his cross state lines. In addition, she wrote, many women cross state lines to Sam Calhoun addresses the pro-life stance at an abortion forum pro-life stance. sponsored by InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Wednesday night. escape gender-motivated violence. He proceeded by attacking "Congress found that the states have failed to provide equal protection of "misconceptions" and "inaccuracies" fetus' foot, he said it defied "secular separate genetic identity from the the laws to victims of gender-motivated violence, who are usually women," which, he said, have caused mis- logic" to hold the fetus is a part of mother. At this point, the differences she argued. thinking on the subject of abortion. the woman's body in the same way between a fertilized egg and human The law was enacted a few days before the September 1994 encounter Calhoun blamed the media for as her liver or heart. "When a baby "have to do with maturity," he between Brzonkala and Morrison, who said the sexual intercourse was spreading inaccuracies. woman's pregnant, does she said. "We were all once zygotes and consensual. The first misconception he suddenly have four feet, two heads or fetuses and matured and developed Brzonkala is the first woman to file a civil case using the act. A attacked was that pre-born life is part four arms?" into the human beings we are today." Connecticut woman who claims she was battered by her husband for years of a woman's body and a woman Genetic findings give conclusive Calhoun said pro-choice rights subsequently filed a lawsuit using the act, Goldscheid said. Other women should have the right over her own evidence the pre-born baby is a upheld by Roe v. Wade are have filed criminal charges based on the federal law. body. He believes this is a false distinct entity in a woman's body, he destructive to the value of human Federal civil rights laws previously applied only to sex discrimination in description on two counts. said. "The fetus is totally distinct as life. the workplace and racially motivated acts of violence, Goldscheid said. Calhoun referred to ultrasound far as genetics are concerned." Calhoun also attacked the idea if Many allegations of sexual assault at Virginia Tech and at most other images as detecting the "fetus in the Calhoun believes human life, abortion is outlawed, the equality and colleges are routinely handled by school disciplinary panels and not woman's body, not part of her body." begins at the moment of conception, freedom of women will be denied. Holding up the tip of a pen to and therefore, so should human see RAPE page 11 represent the size of an 8-week-old rights. 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He name of the financial aid office to questions from the audience. ties between the various accommodated by society," Calhoun gave conclusive evidence in favor of something that reflects more Kinesiology Professor John Hanes organizations of campus was one said. "This demeans female biology." the pro-life stance." positively on the students who asked Carrier about his values, how way to help. The freedom asserted by the Junior Gary Marx agreed. "It's receive it. The financial aid programs he handles compromise and how he After the speech and question- pro-choice movement is actually important to note that the pro-life will not be changed. feels about being called "political." and-answer session, some students degrading to women, Calhoun said. stance can be proven by using secular Another change Carrier said he js Carrier said, "I don't think I've and faculty commented on Carrier's 'The way you value women is to arguments alone. You could use the making for JMU is his campaign to ever compromised myself in being work, within the community and hold them to their responsibilities," Christian argument to augment the get funding for JMU by meeting with funded." He added he has never been JMU. he said. stance." state legislators. asked to buy a product from a Hanes commented, "I think Dr. "It demeans women to say they Sophomore Laura Bradburn "You can't do it unless you're company. Carrier gave some excellent case don't have to be responsible. Women responded to the message of love and there," he said, adding that when he Hanes also asked Carrier about the examples of a proactive type of want equal irresponsibility. Men and reconciliation. "You don't just stick is present at meetings, the legislators level of democracy in his decision- leadership and community women should both be held to truth and forget love. We need to are more likely to feel the effects of making process. involvement." accountable," Calhoun said. be there for the woman." their actions toward him and the Carrier said if he thinks a decision Junior Matthew Beekman, public He said he favors laws that force Sophomore Michelle Moyer said university. is right, he makes the decision and administration major, said, "It was fathers to take responsibility for their she came into the forum with similar Carrier said people criticize him doesn't blink. "I never take anything very educational to students to see a sexual actions. views as Calhoun. "Hearing his for not being visible on campus. He personally ]," he said. president who works with the Calhoun also stressed that those in reasons made me understand more." said his absence is due to his Freshman English major community as a whole rather than fund-raising work for JMU. Evangeline Schindler asked whether just the university." Do you want to see you Rape continued from page 9 name in Police Log women by athletic team members at Washington, D.C. organization reported to local police. schools across the country over the specializing in civil rights and First Brzonkala claims that during two last five years," she wrote. Amendment cases, also argued that twice a week? campus hearings last summer, Morrison's attorney, David the act itself is unconstitutional. Virginia Tech gave preferential Paxton, denied those allegations. "Congress cannot rectify state treatment to Morrison, who was Paxton argued that the Violence biases by entirely replicating state suspended and then allowed to return Against Women Act "is not intended law," Paxton and Rosman wrote. to school. to create a federal tort claim for They said the Supreme Court has Brzonkala's attorney, Eileen every alleged sexual assault or rape taken great pains to avoid giving Wagner, argued that Morrison has against women." Congress a national police power. Applications for police reporter are due expressed misogynist sentiments and Brzonkala has failed to show she "If similar acts were taken March 29 at 5 p.m. To apply, submit a conspired with others to attack was a victim of a crime of violence by private persons . . . Congress Brzonkala. motivated by gender rather than a presumably could pass national laws cover letter, resume and clips to the The alleged rape "was a carefully random act of violence, Paxton covering breaking and entering [as an news section in The Breeze office in orchestrated initiation rite with wrote. unreasonable search] and bar room striking similarities to documented Paxton and Michael Rosman of brawls [as cruel and unusual ' Anthony-Seeger Hall. attacks against first-year college. the Center for Individual Rights, a punishment]," they wrote.

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A there-isn't-enough-room-in-the-parking-lot-for- the-both-of-us dart to all the students who sit and wait in the commuter lot across from Zane Showker Hall for open spaces in the afternoons. Sometimes you just have to walk a distance in order to park on campus. Sent in by a frustrated student who gets on campus at 6:30 a.m. and wishes those students would play around with their Matchbox cars rather than the real thing. Gambling is never a sure bet Pat... A huge, slap-sticking, belly-roarin' pat to the Gambling probably starts with office pools at When money runs out, gamblers often must borrow members of Cillia for the awesome performance at summer jobs, that 21st birthday celebration in and then steal to support their habit. They often lie to University of Virginia Thursday. Atlantic City, habitual card games with steep the people they care about to cover up this high-risk Sent in by some loyal roadies who would follow stakes or giving in to a pestering friend and betting a behavior. When an individual finds himself or herself Cillia to the end of the earth for a good laugh. few dollars on the next game. Gambling, though often unable to stop betting, the gambling has progressed far exciting, is more than just fun and games. It's addictive, enough along to provoke concern. dangerous even . .. and it's growing increasingly more For many JMU students, these may sound like popular on college campuses. unrealistic and absurd scenarios, far removed from our Dart... According to the October/November 1995 issue of protected haven in Harrisonburg. But we all have to realize that for others, gambling has What! Magazine, the percentage of a A why-don't-you-pick-on-someone-your-own-size young adults who gamble is . . . the percentage Of been very much a part of the college dart to the intoxicated frat brother who thinks * i experience. Statistically, it s a large almost double that of adults. In harassing a 5-foot-2-inch female guest at his house is addition, youths experience a yOUng adultS Who problem even in Harrisonburg. much higher addiction rate. The Often, it's an entire group of a good way to prove his manliness. Virginian-Pilot in Norfolk is gamble is almost friends who gamble together, Sent in by three women who think you should have conducting an investigation of double that of odllltS. In because gambling can be an left the bullying behind in elementary school. point shaving in high school , ,. . J . exciting, adrenaline-laden, social sports, a scary indicator of the addition, yOUttlS experience. Thrill-seekers and risk- takers, who often spend time with problems next year's college cpxnpripnrpcr fl much Pat... students could bring to campuses. t *y tence U rnucn y> others who have shared attitudes and The dangers involved with higher addiction rate. interests, are most likely to take up gambling include possible gambling. And, because it's so much A great big pat to April Roberts, SGA, UPB and depression as a result of losing. In addition, gambling fun, it's easy to be led astray by others. recreational services for making the April 23 Camp has the potential to cause severe financial problems, Unfortunately, kicking a habit is always much more Heartland presentation possible. especially for students, who often live on a limited difficult than acquiring one. For gambling addicts, like Sent in by a student who can't wait to hear those income and don't have access to large amounts of all addicts, assistance is needed from friends and family amazing kids living with AIDS speak at JMU again. money. when an individual has hit rock bottom . . . exactly A variety of warning signs indicate a gambling w^en they are most destructive to themselves and addiction at various stages of its progression. others. Bart... Preoccupation with gambling and money itself can Refer friends with gambling problems to the counseling center or the help hotline, 1-800- result in spending less time in class and poor grades. A have-you-ever-heard-of-a-turn-signal dart to the Is betting really worth the risk of flunking out of GAMBLER, rather than trying yourself to solve the school? Former University of Maryland quarterback addiction and all of the problems associated with it. idiots who zoom down Forest Hill Lane and take a Scott Milanovich, a player with obvious pro potential, T right at Texaco without using one. It is hard enough apparently thought so when he almost gambled away The house editorial reflects the opinion of the to go left onto Port Republic Road from there as it is. his future. The NCAA suspended Milanovich for half editorial board which consists of the editor, managing Sent in by an advocate of yet another Port of the 1995 season for allegedly gambling on games. editor and the opinion editors. Republic Road traffic light. Editorial Policx Alison Boyce . . . editor Cyndy Liedtke . . . managing editor Sherri Eisenberg.. . opinion editor Laura Wade .. . asst. opinion editor Letters to the editor fhiwild be no more than 500 words, columns should be no more Pat... than 80C words, and Kith will be published on a space available basis. They must be delivered to The Breeze by noon Tuesday or 5 p.m. Friday. A pat to the only woman running for SGA The Breeze reserves the riyht to edit forclaritv and -i president. The opinions in this section do not necessarily reflect the .-pinion of the newspaper, Sent in by someone who appreciates an original f faff, or lames Madison University. platform that focuses on issues of real importance. OP/ED THB BREEZE Monday, March 25', 1996 VS'' LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Laughing in

Conference on social work to be held; Miller received no monetary award for his appearance, but is referred to as collegiate swimmer in the magazine. According to the face of career fair, workshops available to all the NCAA, the appearance alone constitutes endorsement and a rule violationjjunishable by ineligibility. To the Editor: If appearance alone constitutes endorsement, imagine what ignorance I want to bring to your attention a conference taking place at the NCAA would do in the case of a more serious violation in JMU March 29. The Social Work Organization and Phi Alpha which money actually changed hands. If recent history is to be are sponsoring the Seventh-Annual Social Work Celebration any indicator, the answer is: not much. I remember crying myself to sleep because I was one of those Conference. Consider the following examples. In 1994, members of the kids who never understood why "people didn't like me." In the Our theme is "The Power of Social Work: Creating a Future eventual national-champion Florida State University football first neighborhood in which I lived, all the kids collected Barbie for Diversity." team, the Seminoles, engaged in a shopping spree sponsored by a dolls or G.I. Joes. My playmates and I would spend our days in We are extremely excited to have David Bonior, House of sports agent at a Tallahassee, Fla., Foot Locker. the same school and sell lemonade in the afternoon. But then I Representatives minority whip, as our keynote speaker. He will More directly related to Mr. Miller's case, 1992 defending changed schools and had to start all over again. As time went on, speak on the role of social work and the profession's future. national men's basketbal champion Duke University starting 1 found I had fewer and fewer good friends. After his address, there will be time for questions. center Christian Laettner was paid an advance by Gentleman's The rest of the conference will consist of a career fair and Quarterly to keep a diary of his senior season at Duke to be workshops that will address topics relevant to social work, such published at season's end. as affirmative action, violence in public schools, feminism and Both of the above incidents represent severe violations of Guest Columnist social work, and working with gay, lesbian and bisexual clients. NCAA rules concerning agent interaction and athlete Registration begins at 8 a.m. in the Phillips Center Ballroom. employment, respectively. — Melissa Palladino Rep. Bonior will begin his address at 8:30 a.m. and the last The only penalty handed down in either case was a limited workshop session will be over at 2 p.m. probation for Florida State resulting in no loss of scholarships or I encourage everyone in the JMU community to come to the TV privileges. The NCAA did not even open an investigation I was made fun of for lots of stupid things during my later conference, especially to hear such a distinguished national into the Laettener case. grammar school years, constantly hurt and forced to defend figure speak. The common denominator in both examples is the status of myself by returning insults. I cried if I didn't get my way and was If there are any questions, feel free to contact me at 574- the respective schools and the athletes as top performers on the extremely hard on other people. I assumed I would be treated 3437, or by e-mail at EGCHAKMA. field. Both schools are among the top five in revenue production. badly by others no matter how I acted toward them, so I angrily In the case of Matt Miller, as reported in the March 21 looked for bad in other people the same way they obviously saw Uz Chakmaklan Breeze, the NCAA cites Miller's appearance in YM magazine as bad in me. senior "endorsement of a product," and therefore, a violation of its One day, some kid asked me if my hair was brown and curly social work rules, justifying the suspension. from flushing it in the toilet. I responded the same way you Do profiles of NCAA athletes in such publications as Sports probably just did — I laughed. I looked my tormentor in the face Finazzo best candidate for president; Illustrated not constitute the same violation? and laughed. He could do nothing but ask why. After all, he was Does Christian Laettner's association with GQ or FSU's making fun of me. And I told him — because it was funny. he stands for a positive future for JMU shopping spree not also constitute violations just as, if not more I started doing this each time someone insulted me, realizing I serious, than Miller's so-called endorsement? didn't need to worry about the things people said to me. I stopped Does the fact that Miller is an athlete in a non-revenue- looking at myself as those people made me out to be and began to To the Editor: producing sport at a relatively small school in terms of college It is the time of year for spring break, frisbee on the Quad see my real faults for the first time. I realized I couldn't be rude athletics have anything to do with his suspension? or hard on people if I didn't want them to be that way to me — and the election of our student body officers. Some of us take These questions can only be answered by the NCAA, but it is this election with a grain of salt; others are much more involved. the old "do unto others" principle. time for the Enforcement Committee to stop "sending a Guys were a much different story. I dated my first boyfriend I am writing this letter to encourage each of you to take a message" through the smaller schools that never seems to reach for three months in the winter of my freshman year of high moment out of your busy day and vote for the best candidate the larger schools. school. I was attractive, at least to someone. During the last qualified for the job of SGA president. month of my freshman year, I met a guy named Jeff. This time Max Finazzo has worked hard in student government since BIIIHarlow around, the relationship was everything a first serious relationship his freshman year at JMU. senior should be. It was a month before he kissed me on the cheek, and One can see his sincerity and dedication at weekly SGA accounting two months before our first real kiss. Things progressed pretty meetings or in the many Breeze articles that mention his stance and opinions on SGA issues. slowly for more than a year. Max is determined to strengthen the student body through his The reason I have delved so far into my ancient love life here is involvement in several organizations at JMU. We can see his simple, considering the effect Jeff had on my life in the long-run. leadership qualities through his association with campus cadets. He was exactly what I needed, when I needed it the most, making Campus Assault Response Helpline, Kappa Alpha Order and me feel beautiful, intelligent and worthwhile. When we broke up, I cried for months. But I was ready to face SGA. Max can only offer leadership and direction if elected my life with a new perspective, for the first time, able to look in the mirror and to like what I saw. I learned the importance of my president of SGA. When others complain of the lack of a student friends. Although I may not have gotten along with everyone, I voice or campus involvement, I gladly present them Max no longer had the "enemies" I had in middle school. I was much Finazzo as proof of a positive future for the JMU community. more considerate of others and soon found that they would return It is the combination of Max's experience and personal this consideration. attributes that make him the most qualified candidate for SGA I can't even begin to say how important it is to believe in president. yourself. One of my close friends at JMU appears to be a self- I encourage each student to cast his or her vote for a positive, Imani failed to interpret intentions; confident, outgoing person, but his breakup last year upset him, productive future at JMU. and he and said over and over that no one cared about him. If this is your personal attitude for student government, then I Carter's commentary only one view I knew what kind of pain he was feeling; I'd been there. But I urge you to vote for the true leader, Max Finazzo. also knew he was missing what he should have gotten out of that Matt Bookman To the Editor: very strong, long-term relationship. To have a stable relationship, Junior In response to Rev. Nikitah Okembe-RA Imani's critique in there had to have been something, a lot of somethings, that made public administration/political science Thursday's issue of The Breeze of Christopher Carter's the other person care so much about him. "Marching the Wrong Way" column, I feel Imani failed to I know I can't go around with a magic wand and make interpret the intentions of Carter. unhappy people happy. But I also know it is possible to tum bad Miller's inellglblity to swim is biased; Carter clearly states the contents of his article are his situations into good ones. NCAA should treat everyone equally opinions and does not expect others to embrace his beliefs. In my Life is too precious to miss out on when you think everyone opinion. Carter is saying he is against following Louis hates you. If you see something you don't like about yourself, Farrakhan, not against the purpose of the Million Man March. change it. If it is something you can't change or that you see no To the Editor: need to change, then realize it is a trait you have to live with. While this letter is addressed to the editor of The Breeze, it Carter is perfectly aware that "the march itself represented a unity of black men who share a common ancestry and who share According to Sally Smith, professor of education at American would most appropriately be directed to the chairman of the University, 'To build self-esteem, a person has to know his or her Enforcement Committee of the NCAA. common inequalities ...". Never did Carter mention he was against marching with strengths and interests, at the same time knowing what he or she The recent revocation of eligibility of JMU swimmer Matt has the most trouble with and what strategies help." Miller is another in a long list of examples of the NCAA people of other religions; he was not interested in following a Muslim leader whose beliefs do not coincide with his own. While it is wonderful to worry about other people, sometimes protecting athletes at large, high-profile, revenue-producing the best thing you can do for them is something you do for schools, while those at smaller schools in low-profile sports are Imani's argument is irrelevant to the contents of Carter's article. By attacking Carter, Imani demeans Carter's beliefs. yourself. The most important thing I ever learned to do is to laugh given extreme penalties. in the face of anything that stands in the way of myself and my Miller, who does not compete at a school generating millions Imani neglected to realize Carter's commentary was only one perspective. achievements. While I can't say I never cry myself to sleep of dollars for the NCAA, was suspended for appearing in Young anymore, I can say that at least now I know how to make the tears & Modern magazine after his girlfriend entered him in a contest. more productive. The NCAA rule governing this matter states that no athlete may Carla Moore appear to endorse a product while being identified as a collegiate freshman accounting Melissa Palladino is a sophomore mass communication major. athlete. ""* w — ■'

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Comet takes center stage in night sky '... it [Comet Hyakutake] is something of an upstart in astronomical circles.'

The stargazer is a slave to the weather. The news tells us Most astronomers have been focusing their attention on something is going to happen in the sky, and then the weather Comet Hale-Bopp, which is expected to make an impressive casters tell us it's going to rain. And then it's a hit-or-miss show for stargazers next spring. game of whether the weather will happen as predicted. But now that Hyakutake has come along with such a strong visibility, this spring has turned out to be an impressive show for stargazers. Throughout the Northern Hemisphere tonight, telescopes, binoculars and cameras will be pointed at the sky. - At the same time, it doesn't take any fancy equipment to see it. JMU astronomy professor Jon Staib said, "It's nice that it Fried Eggs can be seen with the naked eye." He called Hyakutake's appearance "kind of unexpected because it was jiist discovered in January." — Rick Thompson Just in case the weather abates tonight, here's how to find it: start by looking for the Big Dipper, which is a group of seven stars that looks like a huge soup ladle in the sky. Such is the case of Comet Hyakutake, which for much of the You'll see the three stars that make up the handle form a sort last week has been visible in the night sky just a few degrees of arc in the sky. Follow your eyes along that arc across the sky RICK THOMrSOWiaff photographer away from the handle of the Big Dipper. just a little, and you'll see a brighter star appropriately called According to yesterday's Richmond Times-Dispatch, the Arcturus. Comet Hyakutake will be above and to the left of Comet Hyakutake as seen In the skies over JMU. comet is making its closest pass by Earth tonight about 2 a.m. Arcturus, Staib said. in fact. I remember once being awakened at 4 a.m. on a West But when I checked with WHSV-TV3 on what the weather According to Sky and Telescope, the comet will look like "a Virginia mountain by dew drops falling off the trees. Through tonight was going to be like, I found the prospects were dim. moderately condensed fuzz ball to the naked eye." It also stated the leaves were some of the most brilliant stars I've ever seen. "We're looking at a chance for some evening showers," this is the brightest comet to pass this close to Earth since 1976. Then, this past summer, while sitting on the beach in weathercaster Jen Lesmerises said. She was expecting cloudy Of course, to some people, a moderately condensed fuzz ball Nantucket, Mass., I looked up at the Milky Way and its hazy skies all night, with more showers in the morning. in the sky isn't terribly important. By tonight, however, this presence in the summer sky. I stared at that sky for perhaps a But weathercasters have been wrong. So if you haven't seen comet is supposed to be as big as or larger than the full moon, couple of hours, ignoring the surf not far from me. Comet Hyakutake yet, here's hoping. so if there's even a small hole in the clouds to see it, I'll be So when something like a comet comes along, I pay Although the comet doesn't look like much more than a looking for it again. attention. I went so far as to set up a tripod and a fancy camera smudge of light in a sky full of stars, it still inspires a certain Perhaps the tails will even be visible tonight. Two tails form lens on Thursday night and take a series of pictures, with sense of awe. In me, at least. as comets pass by the sun; one forms from ice particles melting enough fortune to have the one appearing with this column turn I've heard here and there this comet hasn't been around this and trailing off behind the comet, while another forms pointing out. part of the galaxy since sometime before hunters and gatherers away from the sun. Of course, taking pictures of the sky takes powerful lenses plowed up the fertile crescent and became agriculturists. To say This tail is formed from the powerful electromagnetic and tripods and timed exposures, but it's definitely up there, the least, that was a long time ago. radiation of the sun. This is referred to as the solar wind, and it and if the clouds abate you'll definitely be able to see it. It was discovered by amateur astronomer Yuji Hyakutake on carries a layer of dust and ice with it as it blows by the comet. Jan. 30 in the skies over Japan, and it is something of an upstart - Seeing a comet with its tail streaming through the sky would Rick Thompson is a senior mass communication major who in astronomical circles. definitely be impressive. I've always enjoyed staring at the sky. wants to be outside tonight if it isn 't raining.

Casting a vote to change our ballot habits

Throughout the 1960s, 18-year-olds could fight the voice. Policy makers assumed once youth achieved the right can get you pretty far in this society, but not far enough. Since physical battles of Vietnam, yet they were precluded to vote, they would exercise it fervently. the passage of the 26th Amendment, five of the six victorious from waging their battle of choice at polling booths. presidential candidates have won, due to the firm support of Students were old enough to die in national "conflict," yet voters under 30. they were not considered old enough to vote. "Choose or Lose" says we have the power to determine the The power to vote, now considered the cornerstone of any Guest Columnist course that issues confronting our country are going to follow. modern democracy, was finally conferred upon 18-year-olds As educated students concerned about the future, we are with the ratification of the 26th Amendment in 1971. The 26th united in many of our passions and concerns. It is our Amendment marks the victorious efforts for enfranchisement. — Moira McCaffrey responsibility to exercise our vote and influence the political We have seen a dramatic shift in paradigms since 1971. The agenda of this nation. 26th Amendment is now viewed as a pleasant historical We are faced with an avalanche of challenging issues. The memory rather than the efficacious conclusion to an ardent We have failed to satisfy their reasonable expectations. In corridors of Washington hum with balanced budget rhetoric battle for youth enfranchisement. the last 25 years, we have debased the power of the ballot as and continued government shutdowns. the turnout of 18- to 24-year-olds at the polls has steadily It is our responsibility to ensure our voices are heard and diminished. In the 1992 presidential election, 57 percent of our issues addressed. "The 26th Amendment is individuals aged 18 to 24 never registered to vote. In the 1991 Louisiana run-off for governor between Edwin The homepage states we have failed to adequately Edwards and David Duke, nearly 70 percent of college-aged represent ourselves at the polls, and we are easily ignored as a individuals cast ballots — one of the highest popular turnouts now viewed as a pleasant consequence. in U.S. history. We have the ability to exercise a voice, take a We have been labeled as apathetic, irreverent, "Generation stand and make a difference. historical memory rather X-ers" and, given our track record, who are we to say this We cannot repudiate the potential we represent as voters. brand is inappropriate? We must vote to protect ourselves and our futures. . than the efficacious We often look down Interstate 66 to the nation's capital We must vote to protect quality jobs; good jobs are scant. and see a political minefield littered with special interests and We must vote to ensure a quality and affordable education conclusion to an ardent political action committees. — tuition costs are soaring, and grants are plummeting. We see ourselves as penniless students who simply do not We must vote to protect affordable health care; 85 percent battle for youth belong in the city where lobbyists line congressional corridors of people who do not have health insurance have full-time and money lines congressional pockets. jobs or live in a household headed by a full-time worker. ft As we become disheartened by Washington, D.C.'s, We must vote to help save our environment because rivers enfranchisement. draconian demeanor, we are implicitly undermining ourselves are dying and acid rain is falling. and our power as voters. Collectively, our votes do make a Finally, we must vote to ensure we, as citizens, preserve Following the 26th Amendment, the tone of the 1972 difference. participation as the quintessential element of democracy. presidential election was dictated by the swell of young Moreover, by remaining silent each November, we have Moira McCaffrey is a junior political science major who voters. none other than ourselves to blame for the encroaching According to MTV's "Choose or Lose" homepage, young politics of Washington. would really like to see a good voter turnout in this year's Americans were armed wfth a cause and empowered with a Steve Forbes illustrated to the American public that money elections. 16 Monday, March 25, 1996 THE BREEZE Making the case for term limits 'More than 75 percent of U.S. voters support term limits for Congress Election returns from 1990-1994 show more than 25 million Despite losses in the Supreme Court and on the floor of described by classical political philosophers. Jefferson and the U.S. House of Representatives, The issue of term James Madison often pointed out that Aristotle felt that people have voted for these limits in their states, and they will limits is one that will not go away. The two candidates rotatfon in office was a crucial principle of representational not stand idly by if the Republican Congress overturns their who most effectively chased Bob Dole for the GOP democracy, the idea of "ruling and being ruled." decisions. presidential nomination, Steve Forbes and Pat Buchanan, are The current strategy of the national, grass-roots term limits both major proponents of term limits. So is Lamar Alexander, movement is for the states to call for a constitutional who plans to remain active in politics even though his convention to propose a term limits amendment. presidential bid failed. Guest Columnist This method, developed by Madison and George Mason, is Sen. Bob Dole (R-Kan.) has been cagily ambivalent about described in Article V of the Constitution. Although no convention has been held since 1787, the term limits. This comes as no surprise because he was first — Richard Sincere elected to Congress while Dwight Eisenhower was president. pressure to hold one has resulted in the proposal of two His tepid support for the most popular political reform measure amendments by Congress: one granting women the right to of this century may be perilous for him. Why is this so important? Legislators must always be aware vote and the other providing for the direct election of U.S. Nationwide polls taken as recently as January show that they have to live under the laws they write; the laws they apply senators. Americans support term limits for Congress (and other offices) to us should also apply to them. In Virginia, a key legislative player is state Sen. Kevin Miller by large majorities, and this support comes from across the George Washington, who expected frequent rotation in (R-Harrisonburg), who is chairman of the Senate Privileges board, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or political office, assured his fellow Virginians under the new and Elections Committee. affiliation. Constitution: "Nor can the members of Congress exempt Sen. Miller needs to hear from his constituents and term limit Democrats, Republicans, Libertarians and independents all themselves from consequences of any unjust and tyrannical supporters from throughout the Old Dominion. Their message support term limits. Only three identifiable groups oppose term acts which they may impose upon others. For in a short time, should be simple and clear: "We tfant Virginia to join the call limits: incumbent politicians, their staff members and they will mingle with the mass of the people. Their interests for a constitutional convention. We want term limits for professional lobbyists in Washington and the state capitals. must therefore be the same, and their feelings in sympathy with Congress." Virginia's congressional delegation has, regrettably, shown those of their Constituents." If, ultimately. Congress does not heed the will of the people, little enthusiasm for term limits. The expectation of Washington, Madison and Jefferson has House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) and his team will learn Professional politicians like Senators Chuck Robb (D) and been perverted and corrupted. Rather than the 50 percent the hard way that term limits is not a partisan issue. Just as John Warner (R) and Representatives Herb Bateman (R-lst turnover at each election, which was common until 1900, we former Speaker Tom Foley and other Democrats lost their seats District) and Frank Wolf (R-lOth District) are hostile to the now have elections in which 90 percent of incumbents win. over this issue on 1994. so will prominent Republicans incur concept of a citizen legislature. Rather than statesmen who move frequently between the the wrath of the people in 1996. The contrast with Virginia's founders is remarkable. Thomas private sector, state government. Congress and the cabinet, we Still, perhaps Gingrich wants to preside over another two- Jefferson criticized the U.S. Constitution because it lacked a have long-term professional politicians who stay in one year Republican majority so the Democrats can lake over for provision for mandatory rotation in office, saying, "Whenever lifetime job. another 40 years. How will that look in the history books? a man has cast a long eye on them [public offices], a rottenness More than 75 percent of U.S. voters support term limits for begins in his conduct." Congress, and of those, 82 percent favor three terms in the Richard Sincere is the cliairman of Virginians for Term Virginia's founders praised the principle of rotation in office House and two in the Senate. Limits.

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About 32 seconds prior to his about why the same mediocre crop of retirement, Gibson's partner is films are nominated for Best Picture beheaded, sending Gibson on a year after year. — Chris Klimek mission of vengeance. Probably the most sensible answer Hair extensions and severed limbs is the nomination process itself. pile up as director Gibson answers the Actors, directors, screenwriters, sAgainst my better judgment, I'm cinematic question, "What if George special effects wizards and all the going to watch the broadcast. I do Lucas had made "Star Wars" with just other categories of movie people not own a television set; I regularly the Wookies, Jawas and Ewoks?" nominate and select the winners in miss the one or so shows I actually In the Italian production "II their own profession. This means a like, and I've pretty much kicked Postino," Steven Seagal plays a former modicum of expertise informs their the TV habit altogether since Navy SEAL who, cut off from his choices. coming to college. I've never seen Veteran's Assistance benefits, is Unfortunately, the entire academy "Friends." never watched a full forced to take a job delivering the mail gets to vote for Best Picture, which episode of "ER." ... to exiled Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. explains why crummy movies like the But I am taking time out of my When one fateful day the beloved Bill Gates biography "Forrest Gump" schedule to watch the Oscars. In the Communist poet tells Seagal ponytails get the award every year. words of one of the most deserving are only for sissies, Seagal challenges For the record, here's my short list recipients of that august award, him to a thumb-wrestling contest that of worthy films from 1995 that have "Who-waah!" This is not to say I leaves Neruda crippled and disfigured. been ignored by the academy: give a duke doggy doggggg about Reconstructing his body from You'll never see a more gripping who wins, as long as they are not in dinosaur DNA, Neruda realizes the chronicle of the rise and fall of a rock any way connected with the error of his ways and devotes the band than "12 Monkees," a stunning obscene propagandists training remainder of his life to preventing documentary tracing the downsizing film "Apollo 13." It is an discrimination against half-lizard. of the original 12-piece new age jazz extraordinarily rare thing when the combo, the Hep Monkees, into the academy actually chooses the uninspired, cloyingly commercial "best" film (an ambiguous, highly four-piece that found its way to subjective accolade, of course) to American TV sets in the late '60s. The honor in a given year. This year's most shattering scene comes when nominees suggest this is not about Peter Tork holds out his bass to to change. Mickey Dolenz and says, "Tell me "Apollo 13" is the 13th what to play and I'll play it. Or play it installment in the popular spinoff yourself; I don't care." series from the "Rocky" films, Quentin Tarantino's "Heat" unites recounting the story of how 108- the formidable acting talents of Al year-old middle-heavyweight Pacino and Robert DeNiro in a champion Apollo Creed (played by piercing slice-of-life exploration into 74-year-old Carl Weathers, in the cuttroat world of air-condition heavy age makeup) befriends a AMY SANDUN/senior photographer repair. Tarantino's ear for colorful visitor from another world by luring dialogue fuels his deceptively intricate it into his bedroom with Reeses / The movie theatre at Valley screenplay, in which these two titanic Pieces. Mall has offered a variety of films thespians gab about french fries and Jn "Babe," the first soft-core in the past year that have foot massages while racing to fix porn flick from the Walt Disney recently received Oscar climate control systems in a Los Co.'s new Mousey After Hours nominations. Angeles barrio on the hottest day of subsidiary, a bizarre love triangle half-human exiled communist Chilean the year. Edward James Olmos and between an English farmer, his wife poets, while Seagal opens a successful Lou Diamond Philips co-star as a pair and their wisecracking sheep-pig fast-food restaurant called^'Burger of kindly high-school music teachers (the voice of Bruce Willis) Slam." who help them complete their holy threatens to tear apart their In "Sense and Sensibility," lovingly mission. BRYAN KfilGKTIsiaff artist provincial village society. adapted from Jane Austen's novel, two Oscar, are you listening? ——_8»'1 w ■ i ■. , —rrrT

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as someone who looks forward to Madison County" nor Morgan "Apollo 13" was expected (and Nicolas Cage for "Leaving Las category into Best Original Musical the Oscars as some kind of Freeman for "Seven." deserved) because the academy Vegas," Richard Dreyfuss, whose or Comedy Score and Best Original reassurance his film picks and pans And speaking of "Seven," let's looooooves shameless flagwaving. performance in "Mr. Holland's Opus" Dramatic. Good, that way John for the year are somewhat justified, I bemoan the Best Picture category, The other three nominees should was the most brilliant of his career, is Williams will have a chance to find myself quite ambivalent and shall we? have been replaced by other, more the clear frontrunner. Ignore the fact compete with himself. Sheesh. frankly a little disgusted at this year's The Academy of Motion Picture deserving pictures: "Sense and that Dreyfuss is my favorite actor. So unless you're watching for the '/ nominees. Arts and Sensibility," "Babe" and "II Postino" Several directors were also gypped pretty dresses, Whoopi Goldberg's First of all, let Sciences is should have been replaced with "The from nominations well deserved: bad jokes (come back, Dave!) or the me state for the obviously Bridges of Madison County," "Seven" Eastwood for "The Bridges of inevitable opening montage with record quite afraid and "The American President." Madison County," Ron Howard for Bette Midler or somebody singing "Braveheart" to take any "Babe" seems to me the academy's "Apollo 13," Rob Reiner for "The the requisite Sondheim tune, you deserves every sort of risk choice for the "let's nominate a G film American President" and David might do just as well to catch the one of its 10 in its so Bob Dole will get off our backs" Fincher for "Seven." winners in Tuesday's issue of The nominations. nominees, category. Michael Radford, the director of "II Washington Post. "Braveheart" will It is quite because all Likewise, the late Massimo Troisi's Postino," probably received his win everything, "II Postino" will win shocking that of this Best Actor nomination for "II Postino" nomination just because he has nothing, and. Cage will fall to Gibson did not year's seems like a sympathy vote; Troisi directed an Italian film with a plot. Dreyfuss. receive a Best were, with died 12 hours after shooting was And just to make sure the evening Meanwhile, I'll be looking for Actor nod. But neither did Clint a few exceptions, gratuity nominations. completed. goes on a little longer, the academy Jodie Foster's new dress. Eastwood for "The Bridges of "Braveheart" is the clear winner, and Despite the close running offered by has divided the Best Original Score Yowza. "'-— —

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Her favorite artistic period is Impressionism and the Spanish Picasso influence of Pierre Daura. This is a perfect description for acoustic performing, bluegrass songwriter Leslie Tucker, whose music can be heard on WXPN in Philadelphia and AAA Americana stations, which are smaller bluegrass frequencies. She paints in words, as well as pictures. Tucker opened Wednesday at The Office for local band favorite Fried Moose. Chris Bishopp of Fried Moose was happy to have the bluegrass performer warm up the audience. "I'm starting to find that a lot of bluegrass people you find around here are living room people," Bishopp said. Leslie Tucker (right) sings while In soundcheck with Rob Bullington, of Fried Moose, and Jim Brown, who sat In with her for The outpouring of this informal bluegrass warm-up. Tucker opened for Fried Moose Wednesday at The Office In downtown Harrlsonburg. scene has brought out talented performers who started their careers in jam sessions in their own Nicolas, owner of The Office, finally left his was the first time he had joined the audience homes. troubled marriage in the Northeast and returned busy station at the bar to sit down for a few since the club opened in December. with her children to her hometown of Tucker is one of them. With a look that moments and enjoy the music. The calm in Tucker's music has come alter Lexington, where she now resides. could pass for younger, Tucker, 42, has a "It's a fresh relief to hear, with the the storm. "I have faced up to the trouble," she said calming, gentle presence on stage. sentimental music she plays and the heart she She has spent the last four years with conviction. "Writing was an outlet to rest Because of that calm influence, Mike puts into it. Brings memories," Nicolas said. It "reorganizing" her life after pulling herself and and think and study the problems we were her four children out of an abusive marriage. going [through]." Her music has sheltered her through the At 39, Tucker didn't expect to make a career downpours. out of the musical therapy. But with the June But Tucker's style is hardly sad and stormy. '95 release of her first album, In This Room, by "Her music seems to me like the country, Compass Records, a new label out of Nashville, like this area. Sentimental but optimistic and Tenn., she's proving she can have a job she nothing like depression," Thomas Asendorf, a enjoys. 1988 JMU graduate, said. Tucker's children, a 17-year-old daughter Aiendorf reasoned and three sons, Tucker's upbeat musical ' ages 14, 12 and 9, approach comes from the a "think it's really "close to nature" themes Her music seems to cool" their mom is running through her a recording artist, music. me like the country, like according to The naturalist touch Tucker. to her songs is "I was able to be intentional, she said. this area. Sentimental home with them yy "I was a housewife for 14 years. for 14 years, but in but optimistic. Tucker said of her recent.years I've been Thomas Asendorf support for her involved in some 1988 JMU graduate children. Now, the wilderness survival roles are reversed, groups," Tucker said. and they support Her lyrics incorporate her new-found her work. experiences with such outdoor activities as The support of her children is so strong, her rock-climbing and hiking. daughter sings backup on the cut "Jessie." "Many of the principles I have learned in Single parenting might prove prohibitive to a those situations, I have been able to use in my performer's life on the road, but Tucker is own situation," which called for survival on the thankful for her fully integrated nanny who homefront, she said. makes it possible. The nanny has become part Tucker doesn't want to dwell on the of the family, even attending such family events struggles of her marriage. "I don't because it's as PTA meetings when Tucker is touring. wallowing in our past troubles. It's important to Tours take her to gigs mostly along the East learn from them and move on. We need to work Coast — to night spots in New York, Alabama for resolving." and Virginia. Though Tucker began playing the guitar Music has helped Tucker rebuild her life and when she was 10 and continued in college, her family. The song "One Step at a Time" music was not encouraged at home during her deals with Tucker's resolution of the past. 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For those of you who read last week s Greek Page, you noticed that it was only half a page and only dealt with men's Greek organizations. We're happy to announce that starting today, the Greek Page will deal with the goings-on of both sororities and fraternities. The ladies of Panhellenic would like to announce the Greek Week is almost here! ALL are invited following activites for the upcoming weeks: to participate in a week of celebrating Greek Life. Here's a list of the week's events: .-There will be a scholarship banquet for women who made the President's list last semester. The banquet will take place Time Sunday, March 24 Location Greek Court Sorority Basketball Beginsi~6..w on Sunday, March 31. , TO?50 Row■ OfClean-Up (5 members) Meet at AST -Come see ZTA's "Don't Be a Fool" presentation on breast 3:30 Fraternityity vBasketball Begins Greek Court *** Check Schedule to see when your game begins cancer on Monday, April 1 at 7:00 in the Highlands room. Monday, March 25 -One in four women will be attacked by a rapist during her All Greek Letter Dav 1:00 Sorority Basketball 2nd Round Greek Court college career, and one in seven will be raped. ' 2:30 Fraternity Basketball Round 1 cont. Greek Court The Women's Resource Center is sponsoring a lake 2:30 Sorority Volleyball Begins Behind DG 4:00 Tray Races Meet at AST Back the Night" march and rally on April 11 at 7:30 p.m. 7:30 Greek Awards Banquet Highlands Room on the Commons. ALL men and women are invited to come Tuesday, March 26 and show their support. 1-4 Crest Drawing Behind DG&SP 2:00 Fraternity Basketball Round 2 Greek Court Sorority Volleyball Semifinals Behind DG 3:00 Front of Chi Phi 5:00 Food Eating Contest — : Wednesday, March 27 From Pi Kappa Phi: Thu Raindate for Crest Drawing) 1:00 Fraternity Volleyball Begins Behind DG Happy 20th 5:00 Progressive Greek Social is just a reminder that Thursday, March 28 10-2 Community Service Project Commons Anniversary to 1:00 Fraternity Volleyball Round 2 Behind DG 3:00 Fraternity Basketball Semifinals Greek Court PUSH Week is coming •m Doors open for Greek Sing Godwin Gym Greek Sing Begins Godwin Gym 6:00. the Lambda Friday, March 29 up from Monday April 1 to 1:00 Sorority Basketball Finals Greek Court 2:00 Fraternity Basketball Finals Greek Court 3:15 Fraternity Volleyball Semifinals Behind DG 4:00 AII-GrccK Cookout Behind DG.EP.LXA Sigma chapter of Friday, April 5. Look for the Feature Band: Agents of Good Roots Saturday, March 30 11:00 Sorority Volleyball Finals Behind DG Kappa Sigma! scaffold in the commons 12:00 Boat Races Newman Lake 1:30 Fraternity Volleyball Finals Behind DG GREEK GAMES and please show your f Catch the Breeze advertisements At this time we d support for the severely for Lombardi Gras, the Alpha Kappa like to encourage Lambda fraternity and U.P.B.'s handicapped as your university-wide fundraiser for the Lombardi Cancer donations are well directed Research Institute. Lombardi Gras participation in the will take place on April 14 at Hillside following fraternity and greatly appreciated. Field and will feature performances Any questions or comments from Everything, Slackjaw, J in Mary sponsored philanthropies and Puddleduck. Tickets are $8 in that are taking place can be directed to advance and $10 the day of within the next month. the show. Tickets can be Vince Brigidi at x7451.

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["MU's Natural Highs is growing give JMU's chapter originality and I by leaps and bounds. While decrease negative connotations fW many students are searching the sometimes associated with phone book for things to do on the BACCHUS, such as strict opposition weekend, Natural Highs' to drinking and partying . students enjoy a fun- Many other schools filled night of nationwide have their own excitement and chapters of BACCHUS friendship. that operate under Rather than different names. drinking and JMU's Natural Highs doing drugs, was started in 1993 group by Haveson, Nancy members Grembi of the work hard to Health Center, provide Julie Wallace alternatives of University to weekend Recreation entertainment. and Rick Hill Yet, some students still of Interfaith have not heard about the organization's programs. Wtt n <0) Ministries. "I have heard of Natural Highs, V/l^ Originally, the but I'm not really familiar with a lot organization had of the things they do," said Kelly only five administrators and five (Clockwise from top left) Junior David Baker, sophomore David Gellis, assistant adviser Andrea McFarland, freshman political students. Safstrom, senior April Williams and graduate student Lori Pyle take a break from their Frisbee game. science major. Growth has been astounding since students." Natural Highs also alternatives to the JMU community. anything else that is a part of college In response to this attitude around then, according to Haveson. The maintains a mailing list of about 700 "I am here to help solidify things. life, Haveson said. campus. Natural Highs seeks to increase is related to growing student students. Haveson said interest is I don't really do much," he laughed. The members do not want to expand its horizons and increase awareness and a need for such an definitely "the greatest ever." "Ninety-nine percent of the work is preach to their peers, spout statistics campus awareness by reaching out to organization on campus. Students Senior Aprjl Williams, secretary done by the students." or condemn students for just wanting students, according to adviser and need a place to go and have fun when of Natural Highs, said, "Many have Natural Highs seeks to provide to have fun. They are there to provide Substance Abuse Counselor Randy partying gets old, Haveson said. shown an interest. We just need to sober entertainment on the weekend. other options — and nothing more. Haveson. Haveson supervises a five- get our name out there and let people By sponsoring and co-sponsoring "We are not against partying," The two-and-a-half-year-old member student advisory council. know we exist." events with other organizations and Haveson said. "Go out on Friday, organization is actually an affiliate of Sophomore David Gellis, events Haveson and several students "residence halls, its ultimate goal is to have fun, party. But on Saturday, if a national organization called coordinator and advisory council want to point out there are offer "ways to have fun without that's not what you want to do, come BACCHUS, which started in 1985. member, approximated attendance at alternatives to drugs and alcohol. getting wasted," Haveson said. to us, and we will provide for you a The name "Natural Highs" is a general interest meeting last Haveson and the members of Natural But Natural Highs is not anti- exclusive to JMU and was chosen to semester at "around 100 to even 150 Highs are on a mission to offer such alcohol, anti-partying or anti- see HIGH page ^Jfo

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Second-half rally propels Loyola past Dukes byTYidaLiles % switched hands several times, and the contributing writer *MifMM>a MM // b"m*l' >m> ^>WHO*J> . teams went into halftime tied at 3.

After taking a commanding 7-4 ■ ■ \ The Greyhounds came out of the break to take a 4-3 lead with a goal lead in its match against Loyola ■ ■ MaNNN '.vaufM^ (Md.) College, the No. 4 JMU ~**v. off a penalty shot by junior co- »<%•»,-«» r captain Kcrri Johnson. lacrosse team fell apart at the scams fc kli-l -• late in the second half en route to an . mmg^^^^^^^^^^^^ The Dukes responded by scoring r*»' fm four unanswered goals to take a 7-4 8-7 loss to the Greyhounds Saturday L K'n^pr ■l*»— III advantage over the Greyhounds. at Reservoir Street Field. 1 \2 - .mm ■m —■ Riley scored the Dukes' final goal "We got nervous with the lead." 1 ,"^p by scooping the ball past Schaub JMU head coach Jennifer Ulehla with 17:03 on the clock. said. "Loyola came back hard and Riley's goal was made possible by capitalized on our minor mistakes." a lob pass from senior midfield cr Caryl) Mahay that went to senior midfielder Jen Gicking. who rchjwJ~ the ball to Riley for the score. Junior attacker Shelley Klaes led 1 the Dukes with two goals to increase Kk her season total to 12, while With 17 minutes remaining in the freshman defender Rebecca Tweel, contest and JMU holding a three-goal freshman midfielder Jenn Ball, lead, Loyola head coach Diane sophomore midfielder Aimcc Aikens asked for a timeout to alter Vaughan and Gicking each added her team's strategy. one goal. "We wanted to go at [JMU] hard Senior goalkeeper Meg Cortezi and get possession of the 'gut balls,'" had 10 saves for the day, including Aikens said. several in the second-half. The seventh-ranked Greyhounds IJJ^IJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJIIJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJJl £ Schaub recorded five saves for the responded by scoring the next four Greyhounds. IAN GRAHAM/.tr nior photographer goals of the game and eventually tied For the game, the Greyhounds the score at 7 on a goal by junior Sophomore Lindsay Manning makes a pass in Saturday's match at Reservoir Street Held. Manning outshot JMU 24-19. Erica Attonito with 10:43 remaining. finished with one assist in the Dukes' losing effort. The loss, which snapped a four- Attonito wasn't finished, though. into this match," Aikens said, "but on Loyola that gave the Dukes hope, agreed with her coach, but believed game win streak for JMU, dropped With 1:32 left on the clock, we gained control during the second but freshman attack Megan Riley's the Dukes were still in a position to the Dukes to 4-2 overall and I-I in Attonito gained control of the ball, half. We gutted it out and got the shot wasn't good enough to beat win after losing the lead. the Colonial Athletic Association. spun around a couple of JMU break." Loyola goalkeeper Erika Schaub. "There were some mis- "This is a match to learn from and defenders and fired the Greyhounds' But the Dukes still had a chance Ulehla said, "We broke down communications in the midfield," move on," Ulehla said. game-winning goal into the back of to tie the score before the end of during the last 10 minutes. We didn't Cherry said, "but we stayed positive, The Dukes next face CAA-rival the net. regulation. In the game's final play like smart lacrosse players." and never gave up." Old Dominion University on March "We were neck-and-neck coming seconds, the referee called a penalty Senior defender Lellie Cherry Throughout the first half, the lead 27 in Norfolk. ***' Men's gymnasts place second in state Tribe beat JMU by .075, earns 22nd-straight state title by Jerry Niedzialek "I'm very pleased with everyone's The event that proved to be the staff writer effort today," Frederick said. "We Dukes' Achilles heel was the simply fell short, with William & highbar, which was the competition's The JMU men's gymnastics team Mary pulling it off in the end." final event""ln this event, the Tribe will have to wait at least one more W&M was led by senior Ben gained nearly an entire point on year. Auzenne, who finished the JMU, to move in front of the Dukes. A win over the College of competition second overall with a "It was a great meet today," Burke William & Mary March 17 gave score of 54.750, and sopjiomore Jeff said. 'To have everybody work that JMU confidence that it could break Hitner, who totaled 53.700 points. hard and have the score that close the 21-year dominance of the Tribe JMU junior co-captain Chris was exciting." in the three-team Virginia State Golden also contributed a fine W&M head coach Cliff Gauthier Championships. performance, compiling 54.375 total also commented on the anxiety and But that was not the case, as points. anticipation of the outcome, which JMU's fate was in the hands of the The highlight of the day for wasn't known until after the judges. As a result, the Dukes lost to Golden came on the still rings, when competition had ended. W&M by less than one-tenth of a he put in a near-perfect performance, "You can't get any closer than point Sunday at Sinclair Gymnasium, receiving a 9.825 from the judges. that," Gauthier said of the final score. 219.150 to 219.075. - Freshman Tim Bulleri received a "It was an exciting meet, and I'm Radford University finished a 9.400 in the floor exercise en route to pleased with our performance. We distant third with 138.050 points. a quality effort, in which he compiled competed as a team and didn't worry "We gave it our best effort today," 50.450 points for the day. about anything as individuals.*/ JMU head coach Roger Burke said, Sophomore Greg Bosch finished The victory extended W&M's "but today it just wasn't enough. Wc third for the Dukes with 52.800 state championship win streak to 22 train to achieve our best overall points. years in a row, allowing the Tribe to effort. Today it happened, but we just Bosch put in a quality effort in hold the honor for at least one more happened to fall .075 short." each event, with his best coming on year. JMU was led by sophomore the still rings, for which he was "This was our major goal of the Randy Frederick, who won the awarded a 9.4. season," Gauthier said. "We did what Virginia State Championship top "Everyone was very consistent we wanted to do, but not without a scorer's honor with a combined score today," Bosch said. "We knew it was very fine performance from JMU. of 54.900 points. going to be tough, but if we just did They have a well-coached, young Frederick also qualified for the our thing, wc would be all right. This team and have come on strong." finals in all six events. His top finish was the biggest meet of the season The meet looked as if it could on the day was a second-place finish for us, and not coming away with the have gone either way. but the Dukes in the floor exercise, scoring a 9.45. win is disappointing. What a just did not get the nod from the He finished in a tie for third on the heartbreaker." judges. parallel bars, fourth in the vault, tied It was such a heartbreaker, in fact, "I am disappointed with the for fifth on the still rings, sixth on the that the Dukes were leading going outcome today because I thought we IAN GRAHAM/ww'wr photographer horizontal bar and seventh on the into the last event but couldn't hold won," Golden said. "The effort was Freshman Tim Bulleri performs his floor routine yesterday at the pommel horse. on for the victory. there, and I thought we did our best." state championships in Godwin Hall. Bulleri finished fourth. 28 Monday. Ma.ch 25, 1996 THE BREEZE ^ ^ „ j ..

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Walter M. Curt, JMU Alumnus THE BREEZE Monday, March 25, 1996 29 What the heck is going on in the NBA? The National Ricl-»ik.,n » • .■ . . ^"^^ ^"^^ The National Basketball Association is whole season, without pay, before he stood at generally known as the best run of all was last seen. It's a pity a person who knows the game and attention. But he wasn't losing any money Ceballos is a perfect example of the "me has been around it for 30 years, like Nelson, professional sports leagues, especially since the because the Nuggets picked up his tab of the early 1980s. This reputation coincided with the first" attitude spreading like wildfire through gets axed because of upstart crybabies. It's an $31,707 per game he lost to suspension. the young players in the league. He didn't care embarrassment to the league, and it says a lot arrival of stars such as Larry Bird, Earvin The end result? He sat out one game, and "Magic" Johnson and later Michael Jordan, and that his team has been doing much better since about the NBA's balance of power. then he came back and made a spectacle of Magic returned. All Magic has done during his Then, last week, we saw another young, Commissioner David Stern's ability to himself; praying for all who suffer during the capitalize on these players" stardom. career is win and make other players better, but wealthy star make his mark on the league. Or anthem, cupping his hands in front of his face Ceballos couldn't see that. All he could see was was that on Jeff Homacek's face? In a contest Those were definitely the glory days of the and shutting his eyes. league. Still, today, many people, myself his minutes; he could stand to learn a lot sitting last week between the 76ers and the Utah Jazz, This could be a political debate; this could and watching Magic at work. Jerry Stackhouse flagrantly fouled Hornacek on included, would say the NBA is tops among be a religious debate. I'll tell you right now I The "me first" disease isn't just a disease of an otherwise uncontested layup. When professional sports, at least as far as don't have enough space in this column to management and marketing goes. the young anymore, though. It has actually Hornacek peeled himself up off the ground, debate either one. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar never spread to some of the league's elder statesmen, Stackhouse attacked him, grabbed his throat But something happened in the past few made the spectacle of himself that Abdul-Rauf like Patrick Ewing and John Starks of the New and punched him three times in the face. Both weeks. Not just something, but a lot of things. did. Neither does one of the most high-profile York Knicks. were ejected, and Stackhouse was assessed *a The league went absolutely haywire on all players in the league. Hakeem Olajuwon. Plus, Remember the beginning of the season? The $7,500 fine and a two-game suspension. imaginable spectrums. (Speaking of Spectrum, rules are rules. The NBA has them, and even Knicks loved their new coach, Don Nelson. He Stackhouse's teammate at the University of that's where the Philadelphia 76ers play their Abdul-Rauf has was a players' North Carolina, Washington Bullets forward special brand of basketball, which happens to to follow them. coach and Rasheed Wallace, was always considered the be the worst in the league.) The powers that be,- If not, don't wasn't as strict brash immature one of the two. He was the namely Stern and NBA Vice President of play. as their former loose cannon. Everybody thought he should've__ Operations Rod Thorn, shouldn't let all that has And that $3 coach, Pat stayed another year at Carolina (StackhouselTaf' • happened simply go unnoticed. million Riley. He was Wallace left after their sophomore seasons), The event that has received the most paycheck? If fun, he was while Stackhouse was ready to go. I guess they exposure in the last few weeks is the stance not for the innovative, and should've figured mental, as well as physical, taken by Denver Nugget guard Mahmoud people who he was what maturity into those decisions. Abdul-Rauf. On March 12, Abdul-Rauf was fought for that this aging team The list goes on and on. J.R. Rider's mother suspended indefinitely for refusing to stand at flag Abdul-Rauf needed. had to come onto the court to get him to go to attention during the national athem. All season chooses to It's the locker room after being ejected. Dennis Abdul-Rauf had made it a practice to fidget, put disrespect, then amazing what Rodman head-butted a referee and got ejected, his hands in his pockets, stretch or otherwise he wouldn't have ever stood a chance at seeing a few losses will do. Nelson is known as one of again. Three suspensions for fighting last week. not show attention to Old Glory during the any of that money. the most innovative coaches of all time, and is And not to mention, Orlando Magic reserve playing of the "Star-Spangled Banner." Has anyone seen Cedric? I have to laugh at known for getting much out of his players. He forward Anthony Bowie called a timeout with Sometimes, he didn't even come out of the this. I mean, I am really laughing at this as I am has more than 600 wins that say he is one of the three seconds remaining in the Magic's game locker room until after the ceremonies. typing. It seems Cedric Ceballos, the All-Star best coaches of all time. But he bruised a few against the Detroit Pistons to design a play for Abdul-Rauf had some interesting reasons for forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, has been egos in New York, one of them being the himself. The play enabled Bowie to get his 10th disrespecting the flag. He said he felt it was a upset since the return of Magic Johnson, one of mighty Ewing's, and away goes "Nellie." assist of the game, which gave him his first symbol of "tyranny and oppression" and also the greatest players of all time. He hasn't been Nelson simply said the 33-year-old Ewing triple-double ever. By the way, the Magic were said his Muslim faith didn't allow him to getting the playing time he feels he deserves. should be the second-best player on the team, winning by 20. "worship" something like the flag, according to On March 19, Ceballos only played 12 and he benched scatter-shot Starks in favor of Something's wrong here. This was once a Sports Illustrated. minutes. When the Lakers left Los Angeles to the young, sweet-shooting Hubert Davis. He great league and still has the potential to be. But Interesting. In 1989, Abdul-Rauf, who went play the Seattle SuperSonics, Ceballos missed also only made this group of old men practice when one of those who made it great can't even by his given name of Chris Jackson at the time, the flight. for an hour-and-a-half. But, bruised egos in be accepted on his own team, when a coach was attending Louisiana State University for Apparently, he's upset about Magic's tow, the "men" who had complained about who made it great gets run out of town again, free because he could play basketball. Two reemergence as a dominant force in the league, Riley's intense, long practices proceeded to and the young guns, who the league depends years later, he became a millionaire after and his subsequent decrease in playing time. He moan about Nellie. What gave these complaints on, are making a mockery of the NBA»■'?. dropping out of college following his and Magic have even discussed the problem. credibility, in management's eyes, was that they doesn't bode well for the future. sophomore season. How's that for oppression? But Ceballos is obviously too distraught to were supported by Ewing. And don't think his stance fazed him at all. handle the change in roles, so he went AWOL So, for the second year in a row. Nelson gets "In My Humble Opinion " will appear every Yeah, he said he was willing to sit out the and rented a houseboat. And that's where he canned because of whiney, immature players. Mondav in The Breeze. Tar Heels walk all over JMU, cruise 9-0 by Mitch Vakerics errors. You can't do that against a good player." The Tar Heels continued their domination by contributing writer sweeping each of the three doubles matches in The University of North Carolina women's workmanlike fashion. tennis team didn't travel the four hours from In the match between the top seeds, Chapel Hill to Harrisonburg to lose. Schroeder teamed up with sophomore Karen Not only did the Tar Heels win, but they Piorkowski to battle Cervenka and Robyn crushed the JMU women's tennis team 9-0 Gurney. Sunday at Bridgeforth Stadium tennis courts. The lead changed hands many times during "We knew coming into today's match that the beginning of the match, which saw the everyone would have to play at the top of their Dukes take a 4-3 lead midway through. game for us to win," JMU head coach Maria It was all downhill from there, as the Tar Malerba said. Heels answered by winning five consecutive Unfortunately for the games to win the match Dukes, no one played 8-4. exceptionally well — at "We played great least notwell enough to together, especially win a match. since this was the first The best chance the time we played as a Dukes had at a win was team," Cervenka said. the match between the No. 3 seeds: senior "They had strong serves, but we were able to Meredith Jamieson for the Dukes and J.C. answer with good returns." Bibcr for the Tar Heels. In other singles action, JMU's second- Jamieson took the first set from Biber by ranked Piorkowski lost to Marianna Land. 6-2, outscoring her 7-6, but conceded both the 6-0; fourth-ranked sophomore Dawn Jessen second and third sets with identical 6-2 scores. was defeated by Gurney, 6-1, 6-2; fifth-ranked The outcome of the match between the senior Katie Piorkowski lost to Sarah Hawkins, teams' top-seeded singles performers, junior 7-5, 6-0; and sixth-ranked freshman Chrissy Tory Schroeder (JMU) and Ariana Cervenka Travios fell to Alison Levy, 6-2,6-1. (UNC), was never truly in doubt. Cervenka In other doubles matches, the second-ranked used good placement and several lob shots to team of Jamicson-Katie Piorkowski lost to down Schroeder 6-1,6-2. Biber-Hawkins, 9-8, and the third-ranked team "I just hung around, stayed patient and of Jessen-sophomore Jaime Marlowe was waited for [Schroeder] to make mistakes," defeated 8-2 by UNC's team of Kim Diehl- Cervenka said. Levy. Schroeder said, "[Cervenka] was a very RICK THOMPSON/slaff photographer strong player who doesn't make too many Scott Graltam, senior writer, contributed to this Sophomore Karen Piorkowski sends a return shot toward her Tar Heel opponent mistakes. I committed too many unforced article. during Sunday's match. UNC's Marianna Land defeated Piorkowski 6-2, 6-0. eunmulA UML .JiuO .M i9)lsW 30 Monday, March 25. 1996 THE BREEZE Luxury 4 BEDROOM & 4 BATHROOM Apts

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MEN'S TENNIS Saturday. Both matches took place in Blacksburg, and the Dukes returned home >DU snaps JMU's streak with a 3-5 record going into Sunday's clash with University of North Carolina. Monarchs blanked the DuJfes 7-0 The Dukes gof quality results from the play of their doubles teams. JMU's No. 1 streak at three matches. The •team of Junior Tory Schroeder and sophomore Karen Piorkowski went 2-0, ill look to rebound with a home with a 9-8 against the Hokies' No. 1 against University of Richmond doubles pair and 8-6 against their 28 at 2:30 p.m. • Palladins' opponents. The Dukes' No. 2 team, seniors Meredith Jamieson and Katie MJRDAY'S RESULTS Singles Piorkowski, also won both their doubles matches by scores of 8-4 and 8-6. FILE PHOTO ODU. d. Dewindt, JMU, 6-3,6-2 Sophomores Dawn Jessen and Jaime JMU sophomore catcher Bob Smoker blocks the plate successfully as a Vlllanova >U, d. Rowe, JMU, 6-3,4-6.6-4 Marlowe registered an 8-2 win Saturday. runner is gunned down on the way home In a game earlier this season. Varverud, ODU, d. Lisack, JMU, 6-3,6-3 JMU's singles winners against Furman Novoscletsky, ODU, d Faigl, JMU, 64,64 were Schroeder (2-6, 6-4, 6-1), Jamieson Dukes swept by Rams in weekend series Kohfcr, ODU, d. Nelson, JMU, 6-0,6-1 (6-1, 6-2), Jessen (6-1, 6-4) and freshman ODU, d. Harper, JMU, < r from staff reports and improved his record to 2-0. In the series, 'hrissy Travios (6-4,6-1). Inge notched two saves, a win and a game- Doul. JMU's eight-game winning streak came to winning RBI. ODU, d. Dewindt-Rowe an abrupt halt this weekend, as Virginia Dorsey led the Dukes, going 3-for-5, with rwt! WRESTLING Commonwealth University swept the Dukes to two RBI. Kohler, ODU, d. Lisack-Harper, win its first-ever Colonial Athletic Association Saturday, the Rams won both 'games of the JMU reps suffer defeat three-game series. doubleheader by defeating JMU 6-2 in the first lavon. ODU i in NCAA first round Sunday, the Rams completed the sweep by game and 6-4 in the second game. downing JMU 6-5 in an 11-inning contest. Rams senior Mike Ketterman, who started The Dukes three wrestlers who qualified The Dukes (14-9 overall, 3-3 CAA) took a and pitched eight innings of the first game, the NCAA Division I Wrestling 5-3 lead in the top of the seventh inning when surrendered only two runs on four hits, while WOMEN'S TENNIS Championships — juniors Doug Detrick, senior Juan Dorsey and sophomore Greg White seven VCU players recorded at least two hits ig Batey and Pat Coyle — lost their both drove in runs. VCU (19-9 overall, 3-0 apiece. The Dukes were led by junior Macey tweekend CAA) tied the score in the bottom of the ninth Brooks, who was 2-for-3 with two RBI. ■ e first-round bouts March 22 in when junior Cordell Farley hit a two-run single. ches-in Blacksbura olis. Because the championships In the second game, VCU freshman Matt The game stayed tied until the 11th inning, Burch pitched five-and-one-third innings of the in a double-elimination format, when VCU junior Anthony Linhardt led off seven-inning contest to improve his record to 5- i JMU wrestler had a second match with a single, followed by a double by 3 for the season. Brooks was again 2-for-3 with Saturday night. Look for results in the freshman Brandon Inge that drove in the game- •urman University two RBI to lead JMU. March 28 issue of The Breene. winning run. The Dukes return home to face Georgetown Inge picked up the win for the Rams in relief University March 26 at 3 p.m.

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(540)433- or $160/ person 3BR nous* - Excellent location & 9576 condition. W/D. June 1. 433-1569 Media Relations, Godwin Hall room 220. No phone calls. Deadline is 100%GUARANTEED Skydlvel Freefall at Skydive AN apts. new Centre* Bridge- March 29. Orange' It's a blast! (540)942 Surfing the net? Check out Nice 1BR apts. - $310 $350. Scholarships and Grants 3871 Hunter's Ridge online! Two One of the closest complexes to close, Jury 1, August 1. 433-1569 over and above your locations, JMU video Assistant position available Cartoon Lock-In in Sports Media Relations for next HTTP://WWW.UCONNECT.COM/H Owner/Manager! traditional Movie A Munchkw Friday Night R & INHPRUDFUNKOCFW.COM. school year. Successful applicant FOR SALE Federal and state aid Cartoons A Breakfast Saturday Call Joe for more info at 434- The good apartments go first will assist in video coverage of 5150, Prudential Funkhouser & so come by and m us) Home-brewing supplies - Kits, NCAA sports. Weekend & night (800)2078444 Friday, March 29 at 10p.m. In Associates. grains, hops, yeast, literature. Call work required. Video experience th* McGrow-Long TV Lounge Sublet May-August - Room with 432*799. preferred. Applications available in Sponsored by Natural Highs Apt. for rent - May, June & July bath in house, two blocks from Sports Media Relations. Godwin Quality auto body repair - Student Fro* food, fun * groat friends!! summer sessions. 4BRs, Hunter's campus. AC. W/D. MW. $125/mo. '94 Ford Escort LX - New Hall room 220. No phone calls. discount. Extended hours. 434- Ridge, $500/mo. Call (540)943- 5640504, Carrie. condition, manual transmission, Deadline is March 29. 1594 4717. many features, factory & extended Th* king of all Hone, Disney - Will be on campus to recruit thisj Male needs roommate - 28R apt. warranty. $8,400/obo. Call University Painters NOTICE 1 Apt. for rent - 1996 '97 school Thursday! All majors welcome* Mason St. August. 432-3979 Chance, 568-7599. SUfYiffWf JOfM For more Information and year, 4BRs. Hunter's Ridge. Presently recruiting for summer & $6-$10/hour assistance regarding th* $820/mo. Call (540)943-4717. Alesls SR-16 Drum Machine, fall positions. Evening Commons sublease - 2RMs All Training Provided Investigation of financing presentation, 3/28 © 6:30p.m. in available for summer. Call 432- great condition, $350 new, $175 5BR townhouie - Furnished, Management Positions Still business opportunltlos A work at 105 Showker. Interviews, 3/29 in 9286. obo, crate half stack, 60 watt walking distance, $190-$230/mo., AvafabM horn* opportunity, contact th* 518 Showker. Call Joanne Faber head, 4x12 slant cabinet $425. for details. x3279. . 1 year lease (8/96-8/97), W/D. 434-5070. NoVA Area: 6164319 Better Business Bureau Inc., (703)450-5008 7BR available for summer sublease - Great location, Other Arose: (800)868-2656 at (703)342-345$. affordable. Contact 574-3243. Psychic Reader Madison Square - Fully furnished HELP WANTED 3BR. 2.5 bath, fully equipped apt. Need Some Roommate*? Sports Ticket now open - Attention all students! Grants & June & August leases available. Waitstaff. cooks, bar for full by Krystal Just E-maa us at $1,750 weekly possible mailing scholarships available! Billions of $650/mo. Call Coldwell Banker, our circulars. For info call service restaurant, tavern. Apply in $$$ in private funding. Qualify Solves All Problem Of Lite 434-1173. INVPRUDfUNK«CTO.CO*r wtth a •hort d—crlptto* at who you n a (202)393-7723. person at Valley Lanes, South immediately. (800)AID-2-HELP Main. (800243-2435). • Love • Business College Station - 4BR, 2 bath, what you're looking lor. Weldothereitll $7/hr plus $150/mo. housing •Marriage -Sickness fully furnished, fully equipped, allowance - Largest rental service Summer employment - Need Moving? Ship UPB/Fed- $210/person. August to July The Prudential FunMtoueer A Asm., on the Outer Banks of North dependable, energetic people for 1/2 Off with this Ad lease. This is our last one. Call Rultora, Property Mgmt. Druttlon Ex/Roadway for less. Parcel Plus. Carolina (Nags Head). Call Dona packing & loading household 5744644. now! Coldwell Banker, 434-1173. For mor» Info coll 4H-B1SP All Reading* An Confidential for application & housing info, goods. Long hours, will train. Now Call for more information 2BR apt. - 1/2 block from JMU. Two A three BR apts. for rent - (800)662-2122. accepting applications. Pullen Living room, eat-In kitchen with Near JMU & downtown. Off-street Moving Co., Woodbridge, VA., Outer Banks largest watersports WANTED 433-4731 appliances. W/D. Year lease, parking, private yard. (703)494-8100. $500; 9 mo.. $525; 6 mo., $550. $160/person. 289-5128 center & retail store hiring Open 7 Days A Week enthusiastic sailing instructors, No pets. Coldwell Banker. 434- Teach English In Korea - Positions Wanted-Cars for parts. 867-5871 3050 S. Main St. 1173. Summer sublet available - May- reservationists. rental & retail available every month. Bachelor August. Female only. $150/mo. help. Contact Bill Miles. North degree required. $18,000- O.J. equipment wanted - Mixer, Real men don't wear anything 3BR apt. - 1/2 block from JMU negotiable, U. Place. Call Tina at Beach Sailing & Outfitters. Box $24,000/year. Accomodations, with sampler, turntables, etc. Call 8279, Duck, NC 27949; (919(261- under their togas. The question is. campus. Huge living room, eat-in 574-3925. airfare & benefits. Send resume, J.J., x4925. • 6262. Did we? Had a blast on Friday. kitchen with appliances, W/D. Year copy of diploma & copy of passport Thanks for the view! Love. AT". lease, $600; 9 mo„ $625; 6 mo., i - A spacious room in a to Bok Ji Corp., Chun Bang Bide.. Alaska summer employment - Artbrts needed - Exhibit at Zirkle $640. No pets. Call Coldwell ■ nicely furnished townhouse. 5 min. 154-13 Samsung Dong, Kangnam This Week's Coffeehouse Stage: Fishing industry. Earn up to House in Fall 1996. Sign-up for Banker, 434-1173. walk to JMU. Available May, June, Gu. Seoul, Korea. Tel: 011-822- reviews in Duke across from A1O0. Monday, Moriah, 8-10 JO Jury. Call Jenny. 574-2234. $3,000 $6,000-»/mo. Room & board! Transportation! 555-5627 or fax: 011-822-552- Tuesday, Open MIc. 8-10 Fraternltles/groups - Need off- 4329. campus housing for your 6BRs sublet - 1177 Harrison St Male/female. No experience PERSONALS Thursday, A Play by Students for organization? 433-3787, today! May '96-Aug. '96. $150/mo. necessaryl (206)971-3510, ext. Minority Outreach, 8-10p.m. Contact Parrish. 434-4551. A53253. Summer Jobs - University Painters Friday, Acoustic Entertainment Is offering $6-$9/hr. for Eight BR house - Close to CPR classes - Heartbeat, Inc. by Justin Smith, 8-9:30p.m. responsible & hard-working 432-1770. Recertification only campus. Available 8/1/96. On* roommate needed! 3BR English teachers needed abroad! Taylor Down Under-See you there! Excellent condition. $2,000/mo. townhouse, 1 1/2 bath, W/D, MW. Teach conversational English in students. Business will be In $15. Call Keith, agent, Kline Realty. fully furnished, with deck, A/C, Prague, Budapest, or Krakow. No Arlington, VA. Interviews will be in' Vote Molra McCaffrey for SGA 432-1891 pool at complex. Call x4899 or teaching certificate or European Taylor 402 on 3/25 between 6- Vote President March 27th! X4312. languages required. Inexpensive 9p.m. DANVILLE 2BR suite - Hunter's Ridge room & board + other benefits. For Delta Sigma Pi townhouse available August. LR, 3BR - University Court, 2 1/2 details. (206)971-3680, ext. Th* Mlmslyn Inn - Looking for full- (Matthew Montgomery) DR, bath, kitchenette. Share full baths, DW, W/D, pool. 433-2126 K53252. time summer apprentice cook. for SGA Executive Treasurer would Ilk* to encourage th* kitchen, W/D. Nonsmoking Start immediately. Apply in person. Alpha Phi pledge class to gat 2BR - 3 blocks from JMU, large Wednesday, March 27 females. Call Krlstina, 433-7351. National Parks Wring - Positions 401 W. Main. St., Luray, VA. rooms, old town. 433-2126 on the Commons 9-7 FIRED UPI are now available at National and Lakeside 9-5 You did a great Job this weekend Summer sublet - Forest Hills, Parks, Forests & Wildlife $20 - Laser resume with Internet $220/mo. negotiable. Call Jessie Commons - May session, $178. Preserves. Excellent benefits ♦ job search. Parcel Plus, 574-4644. A hopefully learned a lot. at 568-4116. / Fully furnished. 4BR open. 433- 1202 bonuses! Call (206)971-3620, ext. Come tee th* official JM's horn* Remember... page -Brotherhood la not a tan week Five female students need two N53254. SERVICES http://shencomp.com/jms/ roommates for large seven BR 4BR house reduced! $900/mo. - frenzied outburst of devotion, but house. Wolfe St. Individual leases. 2 baths, 2 kitchens, 2 living Cruise ships now hiring - Earn up a steady and tranquil dedication Two kitchens, two baths. 432- rooms, W/D. utilities extra, lease, to $2.00O+/mo. working on cruise National DJ Connection - Music Honor Council InrtitKHor of a lifetime." entertainment you need! And 3979 depit, 65 Fairview, walk to JMU. ships or land-tour companies. Applications for next year Good luck 4333292 World travel. Seasonal & full-time Karaoke. 433-0360 are available In Taylor 228. In these final weeks. Room to sublet - May 1-July 15. employment available. No Applications due 3BR house, 2 bath - New kitchen Nice clean apt. with great experience necessary. For more Sing & Win Prizes Friday, March 29 The Brothers roommates. $220/mo. negotiable. cabinets & DW, W/D, A/C, 581 info call (206)971-3550. ext. in Taytor 228 by 4p.m. Call 574-3035. Norwood St. Large yard. $550. Pet C533255. From Crutchfield! permitted. 564-0056 Call x6383 for more details. Karaoke Frustrated?) Need a little talk? 1390B Hunter's Ridge - JM's & Earn $500 or more weekly stuffing 2BR apt. - 1 1/2 bath, large living Wednesday & Thursday Call now for someone who'll Blue Foxx owners. Newty furnished. envelopes at home. Send long understand. (900)740-3399 Lease comes with excellent room, dining area, W/D. DW, A/C, $430$470. Rent includes water, SASE to Country Living Shoppers, Nights Donate your vehicle to the charity xll09. $3.99/min. 18+. Touch- benefits to both restaurants. Call Dept. M18, PO Box 1779, Denham foundation. 432-6653, (800)368- tone phone required. 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