> avierite CO NEWSPAPER OF SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSI X New! LU Features Editorials Entertainment Sports Hey, wasn't this What? Another Hey, when did the Men's Basketball section here last new Editorials guy who plays House team on fire! year? Yes. But, Editor? Where did become British? And Beat the UIC this year it is real, the last one go? other Golden Globe Flames 74-73. with a real Editor. Who is this Will? coverage. Page 4 Page 6 Page 11 Page 20 NEW DORM BREAKS GROUND \mim * mm •^^^»— —-•' ^'"""^••••^••••i^B B^B"I * L| ] w —HL _(>. 1L 1 |.'|l V Above: Two pictures of the current status of the new dorm. Photos: The Xavierite FULL STORY ON NEW DORM IN NEXT WEEK'S ISSUE OF THE XAVIERITE. SENATOR CLINTON ADDRESSES ADI SUMMIT By Nick Kerr William McNary. He took the occasion to some national news and was the lead region. She also spoke a little bit about Deputy News Editor talk about what civil rights issues needed story on the popular Fox News Channel education and healthcare, then finished to be addressed by today's leaders. show "The O'Reilly Factor" the following her remarks by talking about Iraq. She d On December 3 , 2005 the American The honor of introducing the New Monday. Before getting into the policy stated her position as "I disagree with Democracy Institute (ADI) held their York Senator, who is the honorary chair aspects of her remarks, she took time out those who believe we should immediately 2005 Midwest regional summit in the of ADI's National Youth Incentive, was to thank those in attendance who were in pull out and I disagree with those who Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University given to Roosevelt University student some way were participating in the political say we should stay there forever." She in Chicago. The event featured many Bridget Jones. Mrs. Clinton came out to process and her own activities as a teenager cited the Iraqi elections that were held on speakers including Governor Blagojevich December 15th. Those elections were for and the keynote speaker for the event, a new parliament and the election went Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton. off without any major terrorist activity and The President of Roosevelt University increased participation among the Sunnis Chuck Middleton started the event off who, because of boycotts by many in the by welcoming those in attendance to his ethnic group, were underrepresented in University. John Hart, the CEO and the last parliament. President of the American Democracy After the speeches, there was a brief Institute, gave the audience a synopsis of news conference given by Mr. Hart and the group's goals. Governor Blagojevich ADI advisors Jessica Lee and Alexis McGill took the stage and talked about his to members of student media organizations ascension from a child growing up in a that covered the event. The American working class neighborhood to being the Democracy Institute is a "progressive" Governor of Illinois. He also expressed think tank whose main goal is to get young disappointment with the state Supreme people involved in politics. A think tank is Court who, just the day before struck down a organization that formulates policies and a law he was advocating that would make it strategies to enact their goals. ADI will illegal to sell violent videogames to minors. have a similar meeting in Philadelphia on He made it clear he would continue his a warm reception, but was interrupted a growing up in the northern suburb of Park February 6th, 2006 where Senator Clinton efforts to get the law on the books. The few times at the beginning of her speech Ridge. Senator Clinton started talking will again be the keynote speaker. For more next speaker was the President of People's by protestors critical of her views on the about current events issues by speaking out information on Senator Clinton you can and North Shore Gas Desiree Rogers Iraq War. Senator Clinton was politely against the genocide going in the Darfur visit http://clinton.senate.gov and for more who spoke about how the companies she stern with the protestors when she told region of Sudan. She wants the UN and information on ADI you can go to hup:// heads helps underprivileged families. The them "Give me a chance and I'll address other international organizations to play a www.americandemocracyinstitute.org. final speaker before Senator Clinton was that if you'll then be quiet." This made bigger role in peacekeeping efforts in the DON'T FORGET TO READ THE NEWEST SECTION IN THE XAVIERITE: FEATURES! PAGE 4 Page 2 The Xavierite Thursday, January 19, 2006 NEWS "^r**. -r>_ *«s»^5-**>***" **< "' j>y,-«***i <_ CAMPUS RENEW BRIDGES PATH TO GOD By Kelly White of Pacelli, Gretchen Baumgardt, took last week of January. The Invitational News Correspondent time to reflect on Campus RENEW and portion of the workshop consisted mainly what it personally means to them. Group of gaining ways to get more students Campus RENEW, a nation wide member, Mary Noel, stated, "Campus involved with the program. The group, faith-sharing program for college students, RENEW gives me the ability to put school who presented themselves in a very held a training session on Sunday, January aside and focus on God." Group member, professional manner, came up with great 15* from 1-6 p.m. Amber, agreed, "Campus RENEW is my ideas for the new semester and upcoming The session, Campus RENEW link to God." group meetings. Invitational Workshop, took place in Campus RENEW student leaders Campus RENEW is looking forward the Mercy Ministry Center and involved had been preparing all last semester to to encouraging other students to step the co-directors of the national program. lead their own groups on various topics. outside of their comfort zone to discuss The workshop was divided into two major Some of the topics include: race issues, faith. Campus RENEW will become a \nv information or changes that clubs, sections: Invitation and Scripture. The spirituality, faith, and embracing life. The route to meet new people, while at the organizations or other event sponsors would like to have published in the News Bites column students, including the Hall Chaplain groups will begin taking place during the same time, getting closer to God. or the weekly Cougar Calendar, please e-mail Copy Editor, Christina Cucci at [email protected] in advance for requests. Please include dates, times, locations and a possible brief description of the event. Transitions; a weekend retreatf'/r senhn Calling all May graduates! Spend a weekend reflecting on the upcoming changes in your life after graduation at a weekend retreat which begins at 5:31) p.m. Bishop Lane Retreat Center in Rockford on January 27"' and ends at 3 p.m. January 2'J^. A retreat team of current seniors plus Student Services staff will lead you through sessions on life choices, anxiety and stress and new beginnings. This spiritually based retreat will help you get rooted before graduation. The cost for the weekend is $30 and covers meals, housing, and transportation. Applications are available in the Mercy Ministry Center. Contact [email protected] for more information. Don't miss the 4th annual F.tiamtte Dinner Learn the art of dining as part of an interview, business meeting or social setting. Or enhance the skills you need to achieve your personal and FROM THE DESK OF THE EDITOR: BY KEVIN SHANNON professional goals in a productive and enjoyable atmosphere. All this and more will be covered Hello, and welcome back to school. I hear students debating the Patriot Act So, it should be an interesting section at the 4th annual SXU Etiquette Dinner on I hope the entire Saint Xavier community or the death penalty. Well, if you are this semester. It's a little serious, a little Thursday, February 9", from 5:30-8 p.m. in the Butler had a lovely winter break. The Xavierite one of those students, then I implore fun and a little silly. Reception Room. Interact with a variety of career professionals from the education, nursing, and is looking forward to an exciting year you to write for The Xavierite. 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