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Incidents of vandalism and theft provoke campus dismay Fanny Lau disappointed to see the flagrant For The Lawrentian damage of property across cam- ______pus, posted photos of the van- Over the past few weeks, the dalized benches and light posts Lawrence campus has been subject on Facebook. Waz tagged her to a number of noticeable deface- Facebook friends in the photos, ments. including a message encouraging The work of unknown van- students to tag their friends and dals included upturned statues on re-post the photos on their own Hurvis Crossing, damaged bench- profiles. es outside of Ormsby Hall and Waz wrote, “It would be great knocked-over light poles across if we could let vandals know that campus. we're not happy about thousands Campus Center Director of dollars worth of preventable Gregory Griffin noted, “The light damage happening on our cam- poles are found knocked over pus.” every Saturday and Sunday” but When asked why she chose to added that the harm caused to the use Facebook to spread the pho- statues and the benches was a first tos, Waz responded, “I needed to for the university. reach a larger audience. There's Lawrence students typical- really no way to do that anymore ly assume that, because of the because people don't congregate Honor Code, acts such as this in many places, except for Andrew Commons, but tabling there is not should not take place. Students Photo by Tom Pilcher feel secure, for instance, in leaving as effective and it takes longer to May 11 in response to the posted store. The ban has since been lift- Griffin also admitted that personal items outside of Andrew set up.” photos. ed. rarely are students apprehended Commons and expect high levels She continued, “With vandal- “I had actually been expecting “It was in use for some time last for the above offenses. “The only of trust and respect to exist in the ism, quick action seems to be a negative response,” said Waz. year”, said Bon Appétit’s General thing that will decrease these acts Lawrence community. the key. Catching the vandal red- “I thought people would consid- Manager Julie Severance, “and we is peer influence and student hold- Ormsby Hall resident and handed would be great, but the er what I did to be spam, and an brought it back last term because ing other students accountable,” freshman Tara Jensen said, “I next best thing is a swift response, empty response to actions that we were experiencing numerous he said. found it really saddening that an acknowledgment that we don't had already taken place. But I incidents of attempted theft.” Students are also invited to people would be so destructive tolerate this behavior on campus was really encouraged to find that However, Griffin noted that offer feedback to Bon Appétit of a place that I value so much, anymore.” many students were just as con- the incidents of theft in the cor- about other ways to curb theft. especially when it is founded on Waz’s photos stimulated a cerned as I was but seemed to be at ner store were small compared to Severance explained, “It really collaboration and respect. One of response from many areas of cam- a loss for what to do next.” the number of dishes disappearing helps to hear from people who use the reasons I chose Lawrence was pus. Students, faculty and staff These acts of vandalism rode from the cafeteria. the space daily because [they] want because of the Honor Code, and to all commented on the album, not- on the wake of Kate’s Corner “The loss of dishes is exceed- Kate’s to be a very user-friendly see it so blatantly ignored is really ing a collective dismay regarding Store’s ban on backpacks, requir- ingly high,” said Griffin, “and in environment for students.” disturbing.” such acts of vandalism. A message ing students to remove backpacks the end, the students themselves Senior Magdalena Waz, also from LUCC President J.R. Vanko was sent to students Wednesday, and purses before entering the are paying for it.” LUCC discusses smoking ban, sustainability fund, budget Will Doreza would ban smoking on campus The fund would add five dollars 2012 academic year are deter- sion not to allocate any of the Associate News Editor was presented by the Student per term to the Student Activity mined Spring Term of every year requested $44,826 towards The ______Welfare committee, which had Fee, which is currently legislated at by the Finance Committee, chaired Ariel, the organization that designs Several topics have come into been given a resolution from the $27 per student. by LUCC Vice President Carl Byers. and prints Lawrence University’s recent attention involving the General Council charging them After an equal show of interest The committee was charged this yearbook. Lawrence University Community with the investigation of a possible from the Lawrence community at year with allocating $341,000 to “There have been issues with Council, including the discussion smoking ban. At a recent General two General Council meetings, the student groups that apply for The Ariel going over budget in of a possible campus-wide smok- Council meeting, the council made general council approved a slightly funding. The groups, that apply the past, issues with yearbooks ing ban, the proposition of an the decision to table the legislation amended version of the proposal. for funding based on their various not getting in on time and we’ve Environmental Sustainability Fund indefinitely, meaning the legisla- According to the minutes of the activities, requested $441,477.68 all seen the tremendous amount to the Student Activity Fee and a tion has not been passed or struck April 11 General Council meet- this year, and the committee made of undistributed yearbooks in the noticeable change in the budget down. ing, “All allocations of these funds various cuts to balance the overall publications room,” said Byers. allocations for the 2011-2012 aca- “This legislation created the would have a 12-year return… budget. “While we could not justify demic year. arena for some very insightful energy efficiency changes would Finance Committee retained allocating [any of] the amount The “This has been an exciting term commentary to take place,” com- help to make the school money in most of their traditional rules Ariel asked for,” Byers added, “the for LUCC, our committees have mented Vanko. “We had over 30 the long run.” and policies regarding alloca- Finance Committee is very well gone above and beyond their call people attend our General Council The amended proposal will tion requests. A few adjustments committed to seeing a digital edi- of duty,” said LUCC President J.R. meeting when the legislation was charge the Steering Committee, the were made regarding equipment tion of yearbook. We understand Vanko. “I cannot express how great introduced.” LUCC standing committee respon- requests. In addition, groups that that there’s a huge history with the it is to see so many Lawrentians The Environmental Respon- sible for maintaining and drafting did not show up to their hear- yearbook, and we did not take the coming to LUCC to express their sibility Committee proposed that legislation, to begin drafting a for- ing were not given funds, and are decision lightly.” views and to work to improve the the council make a formal rec- mal recommendation to the Board encouraged by Byers to apply for a After a unanimous vote of the University as a whole.” ommendation to the Board of of Trustees in the fall. budget next fall. The proposed legislation that Trustees regarding a proposed The financial allocations for The most noticeable change to Environmental Sustainability Fund. student groups during the 2011- next year’s budget was the deci- See LUCC on page 12

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2 NEWS FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 Internet updates planned for 2011-2012 academic year Maija Anstine Ormsby Residence Hall was set up for wireless, especially mean that student-owned wireless dents to bring their complaints Staff Writer Director and Diversity Center since other buildings were wireless access points will become not only directly to ITS so that changes can ______Programs Coordinator Rose this year.” unnecessary, but obstructive. happen. However, he did note that Lawrence’s Information Wasielewski noted that “having Wasielewski did note, however, “Please use the Lawrence- misfired complaints often result Technology Services department wireless will have some great posi- that Ormsby’s currently wired-only provided wireless,” Armstrong from an incorrect conception of is in the process of installing the tives for Ormsby,” another of the connection has had some positive requested. “That signal interferes the relationship between wireless infrastructure necessary for wire- halls in which a wireless connec- effect. “It has caused a lot of stu- with the Lawrence signal, so [stu- and Internet. less internet to be available in all tion will be established by the dents to come hang out and study dents’] connection isn’t as good as “People think ‘the wireless residence halls by the time classes beginning of Fall Term. with their laptops in the lounge, it should be. It can slow down, it sucks’ means ‘the Internet sucks,’ start next fall. “The expectation is there [to creating a community that not only can drop you, it can make the con- but they’re completely different “It’s been on our project list have a wireless connection]; there socializes together, but studies nection unreliable.” things,” Armstrong explained. for a long time,” said Director of are so many devices now that together as well,” she commented. Before ITS doubled the max- “Bandwidth affects the Internet; Information Technology Services are only wireless,” said Armstrong. “People seem to be happy with imum bandwidth to 200 Mbps, wireless is just a means of getting Steve Armstrong. “Students expect it to be there the connection,” said Armstrong, Armstrong noted that “people to the Internet.” Wireless Internet can already because when they went around noting the change in student satis- were complaining that the Internet Armstrong noted plans to be found in Colman, Plantz and to other colleges, those schools faction over the course of the 2010- is slow, they can’t get on. But stu- get wireless into spaces like the Trever halls. Work is currently had it.” 2011 academic year due to the dents don’t necessarily come in Diversity Center after all student being done in Kohler to estab- Wasielewski found a similar increase in maximum bandwidth and tell us.” Armstrong explained rooms are covered. lish the infrastructure necessary to expectation within the Lawrence since Fall Term. “If something that such comments are often “Many students are excit- install wireless, and similar work community. “At the beginning of comes up this fall,” Armstrong received indirectly, by overhearing ed about getting wireless,” said will be done in Hiett next week, the year,” said Wasielewski, “some continued, “we’re ready to make an a student conversation about the Wasielewski. Armstrong agreed. “I according to Armstrong. students seemed a little disap- adjustment if we need to.” Internet connection. think most students will appreci- pointed that not all of Ormsby Campus-wide wireless will Armstrong encouraged stu- ate it,” he said. Pop-up gallery fosters collaboration between Lawrence and community artists

Magdalena Waz develop with the addition of Ranga Downtown Incorporated Jennifer to make their way down College Staff Writer Wimalasuriya, though it has taken Stephany. Avenue to a space where they can ______almost a year to be realized. Rhyme noted, “The adviso- interact with community artists The Rabbit Gallery, Appleton's Finding a suitable space on ry board is there to ask ques- and to allow community members first pop-up gallery, will officially College Avenue was difficult, tions such as, 'How will you get to interact with Lawrence's young open May 17 in the space where noted Rhyme. Convincing build- insurance?'” She pointed to the artists. The gallery has the poten- the gift shop portion of Conkey's ing owners that a pop-up gallery large number of concerns that tial to strengthen these ties. Bookstore once stood. would turn an unused space into necessitate the students to take a “Ideally, the Rabbit Gallery Pop-up galleries have become potential advertising for it was truly interdisciplinary approach. would reopen in the fall of next popular in larger urban centers also an obstacle. The students involved have had year,” said Rhyme. Four students where vacant storefronts have In order to help with the prac- to think together and work with in the class put the structure gone un-leased for months and tical aspects of such an ambi- professors and members of the together, and it would be feasible sometimes years. To fill these spac- tious project, the students community who provide different for any interested students to con- es and make them more attractive involved went to seek help often types of expertise to make this tinue hopping from one un-leased financial, legal and organizational to potential renters and passerby, from their advisory board, which project possible. space to another. matters had to be settled. artists have rented them for brief includes Assistant Professor Artwork both by Lawrence stu- As a whole, the project has The gallery, funded by periods of time to display and sell of Economics Adam Galambos, dents and artists working in the provided students with very valu- Appleton business owners, a artwork. Associate Professor of Art and area will be featured in the gallery. able experience from setting up a senior experience grant and inter- Lawrence students Chris Dorn, Frederick R. Layton Professor The space will provide a unique gallery to displaying their artwork ested individuals, is still accepting Yuxue Li, Sidney Pertl and Krissy of Art Rob Neilson, Lecturer of opportunity that aims, accord- in a professional setting. donations through its Kickstarter Rhyme developed the idea dur- Economics and Coleman Fellow ing to Rhyme, “to bridge the gap The opening of the gallery, page, and more information can ing a Spring 2010 class entitled Gary Vaughan, Lawrence Trustee between downtown Appleton and though, has presented more obsta- be found on the Rabbit Gallery's “Entrepreneurship in the Arts.” Mike Cisler, Executive Director of the Lawrence community.” cles. The new space required paint- website. Dorn and Li graduated last year, the Trout Museum of Art Tim Riley One of the major goals of ing and preparation for a profes- but the project has continued to and Executive Director of Appleton the gallery is to allow students sional display of artwork and all

The LAST General Council Meeting is LUCC THIS MONDAY, May 16TH, AT 4:30 nd in the Mead Witter Room, 2 floor WCC

Update DO NOT CONDONE VANDALISM: WEEK 8 TERM 3

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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 VARIETY 3 I hereby reaffirm: The value of a good education Walter Mongin nights and of mornings, that Plato part of life, every class in every a musician at least once. Besides While it’s unlikely that any of for The Lawrentian is totally right about the objective subject I’ve taken has given me at that, all the thoughts I had on my you will still be students here when ______reality of the universe, that Plato least one thought-provoking expe- future were a long-term desire to I return, I am looking forward to Making the choice to come to was totally wrong about the objec- rience. do something that would help peo- being the only sophomore in the Lawrence was pretty simple. As tive reality of the universe, that This cascade of good times ple in some way and an immedi- VR and telling everyone about the a townie, I had been around the there is always something else to makes it seem all the more strange ate urge to, paraphrasing Mr. Finn, time I ended up living on a farm- school for my entire life, so the discuss, that a really good profes- that I am leaving Lawrence after light out for the territories. ing commune in California for a little amount of research I put into sor can make you want to change this term is over. But wait! I have Which leads me to the title of month when I was biking around it when I started thinking about your major just so you can hang reasons, and guess what? They’re this article: A good education is the country, and how Paul Simon college — “Is the English program out with them, and more. interesting! something that I believe you have ended up producing an album for good?” “Yep!” “Alright! I know The most important thing I As I pondered my nearly-emp- to make for yourself. Of course me after I played at an open mic where I’m going!” — was enough learned, however, is that every- ty bank account at the beginning of it’s easier at a school, since there that he was attending. Though I for me to decide that Lawrence was thing is interesting. From Intro to this term, I wondered, “What exact- are a bunch of caring, intelligent won’t be on campus, I’ll still be the right place for me. Environmental Science completely ly are my goals in life, and what people there who want to help you bringing the effort and will to And, fortunately, I was right! changing the way I thought about am I doing here that is helping me learn. However, experiencing life learn to all my experiences that Within my first month on campus the role of environmentalism and achieve them?” can be just as informative as read- I’ve had cultivated in me during I learned many things: the way what the world physically is, to The answer I was surprised to ing about it in a book if you keep my time here. I’ll be, if you will, a alcohol creates an inverse rela- Acting 1 giving me sudden insight find was that I didn’t really know your eyes and mind open, and Lawrentian errant. tionship between the goodness of into how people view each other what my goals in life were, besides that’s what I am planning to do in and conduct themselves in every wanting to someday go on tour as my year(s) off. Ask A Fifth Year: The end is nigh Bucket List: Part Two school year. College Ave. restaurant list past 1. Work your butt off — aca- subs, pizza and crappy Chinese demically, of course. I know what food. Contrary to popular opin- you’re thinking, “Aren’t we sup- ion, life does extend outside of the posed to have fun during our last Lawrence Bubble. days together at LU?” Of course, 4. Don’t burn any bridges. With but you don’t need me to tell your college career almost ending, you that! I’m sure you’re having a it’s temping to tell that person blast, but don’t forget that you still you’ve been putting up with for need to get good grades this term. years exactly where they can go, or Especially if you’re like me, gradu- where they can shove it — but you ating this term and overloading never know what connections that because you put off taking “gen person may have in the future. eds” for five years. Especially for those of us in Also, if you’re going on to grad the fine arts fields, you never know school, institutions usually ask which one of your classmates or for your end-of-year transcripts, professors will be in a position to STRESSED OUT WITH Evan Williams to make sure you didn’t slack off put in a good or bad word to a per- UPCOMING FINALS? Columnist after they admitted you. son giving you a big job. 2. Do something you normally 5. Wear sunblock. I guess this GET RELIEF HERE! Hi Evan, wouldn’t. I don’t mean to sound doesn’t have much to do with any- vague and like a self-help book, thing else on the list, but I’ve seen STUDENT DISCOUNT The end of the school year is but for many of us, these are our a lot of statuses on Facebook about approaching. What should we do last days in college. After this, it’s people getting sunburned in the to prepare? all downhill — well, that’s what nice weather. Come on folks, we We offer massage techniques to grown-ups keep telling me. go through this every year — sun- Sincerely, So maybe end the embargo on block is your friend! calm your body, mind & spirit. SigEp parties you imposed because 6. Don’t let anything go unsaid Ah, who am I kidding, you know I of that one time with that one to a friend. Okay, time to get seri- made up this question. creepy guy. Or go to a concert, ous and sappy. Let’s face it, this play or anything you haven’t expe- may be the last time you see some I’ve been asking my friends for rienced at LU yet. Chances are you of these people. Even if you’re able questions I should answer for this may not get to experience them to keep up on Facebook, there column, and many of the requests again. Disclaimer: I cannot prom- is a big difference between see- Call: 920-749-1324 I’ve gotten have been inappropri- ise you will enjoy the activity you ing someone’s picture and send- ate — well, too inappropriate for decide to do, but come on, live a ing them a message across the The Lawrentian — or questions little! “Internets” and seeing them in per- I’ve answered already in some 3. Visit some places in son. Spend some quality time with fashion. Appleton that you haven’t seen your LU friends and tell them how But all in all, they were ques- yet. Personally, people have told they’ve made you a better person. tions asking what people should me that that creepy-looking castle 7-10. Ah, just do whatever you Book on-line @ Schedulicity.com do to make the best out of their museum is actually kind of inter- want! Make the most out of your last days at Lawrence, or just this esting. I also want to extend my last days here! Or Call

responsibility to collect exhausted Get rid of unwanted electronics electronics on electronics manu- facturers. bage? Sophie Leppanen But being a busy college stu- for The Lawrentian Your gut instinct is right on. dent, it is very inconvenient to go ______Electronics should not be thrown get your car in the Appleton East in the trash. In fact, Wisconsin Tell the truth. Do you have Parking Ramp, drive it back to Massage Connection passed a law in 2009 that banned a cell phone charger for a phone Trever, load your broken monitor the incineration of common elec- you got rid of years ago stuffed into the trunk, find out where an Wellness Center LLC tronics and their allowance into into your desk drawer? An old electronics collection site is and landfills to eliminate the toxic mp3 player that became a misfit take it there. This is why Lawrence 232 E College Avenue incinerator ash and the leaching of toy once the iPod Nano came out? wants to bring this convenience to heavy metals into the environment Miscellaneous electronics you have campus! Well, at least to the café Appleton WI 54911 that result from these practices. A no use, for but do not feel quite statewide program called E-Cycle www.massage-connection.com comfortable throwing into the gar- Wisconsin now places primary See Electronics on page 7

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4 FEATURES FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 Senior class reflections: “If your time to you is worth saving...” Naveed Islam Studies. Friday nights did not bear Amiryar, a friend of mine from Former Features Editor any association to an Internet Afghanistan and replied, “That ______meme of the same name. “Lost” one.” I was in the trenches with In 23 days I will wake up in aired its fourth season later that friends, family and loved ones, an empty room and pack my bed year. Heath Ledger was found dead fighting to catch that proud smile sheet and pillow case into the last in his apartment before audienc- or tearful embrace on film. But, of my open boxes. I will take a es would get to see him as The I never got to know many of the shower, brush my teeth and wear Joker. The Campus Center was a seniors who graduated that day as a suit that I will buy a few days heap of steel and concrete. The well as I would have liked to. I was from now. My mother, who may Grill at the Memorial Union served sad to realize that I will never get or may not fly all the way from Chicken Tender Pita. There was a that opportunity. Bangladesh, will call to see if I’m coffeehouse across from the VR. Seniors, you already know that awake and if I made sure to pack Kaleesha Rajamantri '10, Sarist you should go to every last recital, my bedding. My father, who has Macksasitorn '10, Suzie Kraemer attend every gathering, cross every already booked his ticket for the '10, Melody Moberg '10, Aneesh last item off your bucket list and trip, will call five minutes later to Chauhan '09, Murtaza Amiryar '10 drink yourself to a stupor when tell me he just finished breakfast and many others came into our you’re done. I’m here to tell you at the campus center. lives and went away. something different. I will then put on my black Last year, I made sure to stay Do something nice for the peo- robe and hat, lock my door and back to attend graduation. A lot ple you love at Lawrence. Stop that leave my dorm. I will get another of people I knew would be getting person you never got to know but call from my mother’s phone. It their diplomas that day and I had wish you did from doing what- Naveed Islam and Melody Moberg ‘10, 2009-2010 co-editors for The Lawrentian Photo courtesy of Naveed Islam will be my sister, who will tell me my camera ready. I ran all over ever he or she’s doing and have a that she’s proud and can’t wait to Main Hall green to take pictures conversation about life. Ask that you like out for a cup of coffee and Bob Dylan: see me out there. I will hang up, of friends as they got up from friend whom you didn’t have time tell him or her how you feel. It may Come gather around people wher- breathe a sigh and go to my gradu- their seats and walked onto stage for this year to have dinner with not lead to anything — which will ever you roam ation. with loud applause. And when it you sometime next week. Tell that be sad — but you'll feel a whole lot And admit that the waters around A lot has happened in the was over I stuck around to say my international student you always better for having done it. Trust me. you have grown world since we came to Lawrence goodbyes. hang out with that you will miss Enjoy your last days at Accept it that soon you’ll be as freshmen. George W. Bush was I remember pushing through a him or her when you leave. Lawrence, but don’t forget to share drenched to the bone still president when you met your crowd to get as close to the front Remember to say that you’ll it with the people who matter to If your time to you is worth savin’ roommate for the first time. The as possible and being asked by try to stay in touch, even if he or you. It may be the last chance you You better start swimmin’ or you’ll iPad hadn’t come out when you a parent, “Which one is yours?” I she’s halfway across the world. get to make an impression. I will sink like a stone were reading books for Freshman chuckled and pointed to Murtaza Grow a pair and ask that guy or girl leave you with some advice from Oh the times, they are a-changin’

The secret lives of our profs: Professor of English Celia Rasmussen

Rachel Young and to get them to read for love. I haven’t read for pleasure Staff Writer the unfamiliar as opposed to since graduate school-I’ve been ______reading for something that they trying lately, but my friends RY: How did you become identify with. Reading 18th cen- and I used to joke that gradu- interested in English and writ- tury British literature is a differ- ate school kills your desire to ing? ent way of reading, and I think read for pleasure. If I have time CR: I went to the college of it’s a great way of looking at to watch “The Biggest Loser,” William and Mary in Virginia, literature. So often we read for though, I probably have time to which has a liberal arts tradi- plot or we read for characters, read for pleasure! I do tend to tion. I majored in English there. but in one of my 18th century love comic novels though, like When I went to graduate school, classes, you have to come to “Catch 22,” though I haven’t I was going for a degree in the texts, they don’t come to read it in 7 years or so. English, but I didn’t really know you, and they’re challenging. I what I was doing, and I ended find challenge interesting, and RY: What do you like to do up dropping out for a bit and Lawrence students definitely do to relax, or what hobbies do finishing later. I finished up my too— they’re always up for a you have? degree in California after mov- challenge. CR: I watch way too ing there with my husband, and much trashy television, like now that I’ve gotten the posi- RY: Do you have a favorite “The Biggest Loser.” Any self- tion at Lawrence, he’ll be mov- author or book? Or maybe a improvement reality show, I’m ing here with me this summer. favorite author to teach? all about it! “Project Runway,” CR: Oh, that’s really dif- “Top Chef,” I love all of those RY: What is your field of ficult! I have a favorite that like that. I also like to listen interest in English? I would like to teach in the to music, and I usually look CR: 18th century British lit- future, but I can never think of to my husband and a couple erature. Get excited! I think the how to teach it. I love Laurence of friends to keep me relative- 18th century is a wacky time Sterne’s “Tristram Shandy.” It’s ly up to date. I like Modest period. When I took a class in this crazy book that’s full of Mouse, Wolfprey, The New college on 18th century British footnotes and it’s been hailed Pornographers, Neko Case, and literature, it seemed very stuffy, by many as the quintessential Broken Bells. Sometimes I don’t and it has always been touted post-modern 18th century text. feel very up to date, like I’ll hear as the ‘age of enlightenment.’ Though I don’t know how I feel a song, but I won’t know who But when I really started study- about that label, but it is this the artist is! I did get into hik- ing it, I realized that there was wacky, alien book. It’s also very ing a little bit when I lived in Photo by Nhi Nguyen more than one way to look at long, however, which is always California, but I’m not overall the time period. As my students the problem with books from really an outdoors girl. The students are so intellectual- job so much easier and richer. in English 450 will tell you, this period. I can never think ly curious, and I think that kind I have a lot of fun in the class- it’s a period that had a mix of of how to incorporate it into RY: What do you like about of curiosity is difficult to come room. It is difficult to get used very high culture and low cul- a course. It’s so allusive, and teaching at a small liberal arts by in higher education these to the trimester system, but I ture. It’s also very alien. I think it’s a difficult text because it’s school? days. I don’t want to be cynical, think that I’m learning how to that makes it a challenge to hard to relate to other texts. CR: I didn’t always know but I think that many students do more with less, and the stu- teach as well, because although But it’s hilarious! So I’d love to that I would teach at a small lib- now think of college as a kind of dents aren’t exhausted by the English majors love to read, an teach that, and maybe someday eral arts school, only because of job training, and I don’t see that end of the term — the energy 18th century novel is difficult. I will subject students to it. In the way the job market is— you here at Lawrence. Students gen- stays high. It’s fun to expose students to my class now, we’re just start- can’t have your heart set on any uinely want to learn in a liberal something that’s alien, though, ing up with a novel by Francis particular place. However, I’m setting, which I really respect Burney called “Evelina,” which I so grateful to be at Lawrence. and appreciate. It makes my THE LAWRENTIAN

FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 FEATURES 5 From the archives: Origin of the LU viking Chelsea Johnson does.” staff argued in favor of keep- modern Blues.” Lawrence sport stories, and there- Copy Editor The hunt for a new name ing The Blues over the suggested The columnist’s opposition to after the name ‘Vikings’ gradually ______became a competition, with the Vikings. the name “Vikings” came largely became recognized as the official Though we may not notice it winner receiving a free trip to a “[‘Blues’] is easy to put in head- from popular clothing companies caption of the Lawrence intercol- in our short four, or in some Marquette-Lawrence game. As The lines,” the editorial said. “It is of the time. legiate team,” said a 1931 The cases, five years here, Lawrence Lawrentian put it, “It’s going to be well-established... What does the “No doubt we’ve all heard of Lawrentian article. is constantly changing to adapt to a snappy game, and if you think term ‘blues’ mean nowadays? the famous ‘Viking’ suspenders,” shifting cultural conditions and of a snappy name for the snappy Depression? Not in the newest the columnist said. “But in these student needs. Nothing has been team we intend to send up, you’ll sense… ‘Blues implies speed, snap, days of collegiate belts a man safe from changes — including our have a snappy little trip yourself.” syncopation. A team nicknamed doesn’t need suspenders. Then we mascot, the Viking. The student body gathered in the ‘Blues’ might well be expected have ‘Viking’ shirts [a type of shirt When Lawrence football was the chapel to suggest and vote on to be lively, clever and successful.” apparently advertised as being started in 1893, Lawrentians were a new name. The vote resulted in In a follow-up column the next worn by frontier men in the past]. called “The Blues.” “It was prob- “Vikings” winning with 252 votes, week, the argument continued, But then again we must remember ably a reference to our school col- beating the second place “Blue Jays” drawing on the popular culture of that this is the ‘jazz age’ and today ors, which are blue and white,” by nearly 200 votes. Other con- the time to argue for keeping the we are calling for thinner and cool- University Archivist and Assistant tenders were the “Trojans,” “Wild old name. “The spirit of the age er shirts because no longer are we Professor Erin Dix said. Cats,” “Pinesmen,” “Lumberjacks” today is jazz and more jazz. The in danger of having Indian arrows In 1926, sports writers and the and “Oneidas.” Steven Cinkosky most common expressions of this pierce them. Who of you would athletic department decided that ‘29 suggested the winning name. jazz are found in ‘Blues.’ Who can wear a flannel shirt to dance the this football team’s name needed However, Lawrence being say that to watch the [Lawrence] Charleston?” to be updated. In a January 1926 Lawrence, the issue was not decid- Blues in action is not as thrilling Despite this branding prob- edition of The Lawrentian, a short ed without discussion. After the as to hear the Red Hot Mamma lem, the name “Vikings” seemed article sent out a plea to the stu- vote, many students rallied in strains from KYW? The opposi- to stay, and opposition simmered dent body: “We’ve had the ‘blues’ favor of keeping the old name. tion to our old standby has some- down. long enough and it doesn’t fit our In a March issue of The what diminished. Let’s keep the “Several months after the con- actions, so it’s time to get one that Lawrentian that same year, the Lawrence Blues on the list of other test, the word began to appear in Meet the staff: Campus Life Secretary Charity Rasmussen

Tammy Tran smooth operation. Among them community and started her career Co-Features Editor is Campus Life Office Secretary at Lawrence in 2000. For the ______Charity Rasmussen. first five years, Charity worked On the fourth floor of Warch, When you walk into the cam- as an alumni records assistant you’ll find the Campus Life Office pus life office, Charity’s face is in Lawrence's development office busily at work, performing vari- often the first you will see. Happy until shifting to her current posi- ous tasks to keep residential life to answer a question or assist tion at the campus life office. at Lawrence as great as it is. The someone in need, Charity’s main For Charity, a typical day on office’s role at Lawrence is to pro- responsibilities are focused on stu- the job begins with paperwork vide a meaningful living and learn- dent organizations. This includes in the mornings when office is ing environment on campus. Doing helping student groups access typically quiet. After lunchtime, so means providing Lawrentians their LUCC budget or managing however, the Campus Life Office with opportunities for leadership their LUCC funds and fundrais- experiences a lot of student traf- development and personal growth ing money. Additionally, she helps fic. Said Charity, “I would say I see outside the classroom, and build- student groups in keeping track of at least 10-15 students each after- ing a strong, interactive commu- their membership roster and lead- noon who need help with mak- nity. ership. Charity is also the go-to ing deposits, trip planning, getting So when it comes to coor- person for student organizations reimbursed for something or mak- dinating student housing, resi- looking to plan a trip. ing payroll requests.” dence hall affairs, and support- Before working at Lawrence, The busier afternoons are part ing all student organizations on Chairty grew up in Marion, Wisc. of what makes Charity’s job espe- Photo by Megan Farrer After graduating high school, cially rewarding. “I think what I campus, the Campus Life Office ing students with a service that and her family are also heavily she moved to Appleton to study love most about my job is having is where it all begins. Needless to helps them out. That feels good.” involved with her church and the accounting at the Fox Valley that one-on-one interaction with say, the Campus Life Office has a In her spare time, Charity Boy Scouts. Technical College. From there, she the students,” she shared. “It’s team of enthusiastic staff mem- enjoys camping, traveling and began working in the Fox Valley really what I love most — provid- bers — each integral to the office’s gardening with her family. She

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6 OPINIONS & EDITORIALS FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 Riding the dragon STAFF EDITORIAL An attack on realism in film Erik Wyse fairy tales and folk tales, the stuff Staff Writer of legend. Fairy tales have the Housing improvements ______power to reshape and reorganize May I posit an example that the world we live in. So while I may attack straight realism, the fantasy We at The Lawrentian commend the Campus Life Office and the LUCC Residence Life may make my argument clearer from the onset: I do not like the I uphold has within it a deep con- Committee on their recent efforts to improve the housing selection process. In the April 23, nection to and return to the real 2010 issue of The Lawrentian, we suggested that the housing website stood in desperate need most recent James Bond films star- ring Daniel Craig. As a counter, I world of reality, though that con- of a redesign. Since then, the Campus Life Office has made significant improvements to their nection may or may not rest on website. prefer the films of the franchise that feature Roger Moore in the the surface. The new website is well organized, with readily-accessible links to information such as Perhaps fantasy’s power and residence hall descriptions, floor plans and a clear, step-by-step guide to the housing selection title role. If I had to sum up my preference, I would say it comes attraction are caused by the way process. Before, information such as important dates were scattered on different pages, making it often deals in universals and it difficult to locate relevant information. Now, dates are listed on a permanent sidebar on the down to one major issue: realism. I don’t enjoy the “grittiness” archetypes that cut deeply into the housing homepage, and “links of interests” with helpful FAQs have found their way to the site. human psyche. Fantasy serves to With the addition of more photos, we believe the website will better assist incoming and cur- of the Craig films, the long, drawn out fights that often appear as real better grapple with the abstract, rent students in their housing plans. Additionally, Brokaw Hall is not included on the housing with thoughts and ideas realism website, and many students do indeed live there. While Brokaw is not a primary residence hall, struggles, complete with nauseat- ing jump-cuts and handicam work. cannot adequately communicate. students may benefit from having its information listed on the housing website. Which work, the more real or the Assistant Dean of Students for campus life Curt Lauderdale has commented on these sug- Craig’s Bond appears too “real” for me. more fantastical, is a question that gestions, stating that the Campus Life Office is still working on improvements. They will be will continue to be considered and taking internal pictures of residence halls once rooms are vacant over the summer and are cur- Are Roger Moore fight scenes realistic? No, he often appears as if discussed in the future. My take rently composing the page for Brokaw Hall. Further efforts will also be made to make the site is that the work of fantasy will as a whole easier to navigate. he were (a) having a stroke during the struggle, or (b) trying to seduce almost always outlast the work of Recently, students were notified via email that Hiett Hall will be completely gender neutral concrete realism. next year. The LUCC Residence Life Committee conducted a survey of current Hiett residents’ the combatant or some combina- tion of the two. I find the scenes At this time I feel the need to opinions and made their decision accordingly. We applaud the inclusion of students into this share some criticisms I have of housing decision. However, many underclassmen students might also benefit from the option both comical and more memora- ble. They hold more meaning for fantasy, and in so doing illumi- of gender neutral housing. In the future, LUCC Residence Life Committee could extend a sur- nate both the misunderstanding vey to more residence halls, allowing more students to live in a gender neutral environment, if me than the Craig fight scenes by- and-large. and misuse that so often occurs they so choose. with fantastical works of narrative. Overall, we commend and thank the Campus Life Office and the Residence Life Committee I could continue at-length debating the Roger Moore Bond A work of fantasy must be made for taking student suggestions into serious consideration. with a mind focused not merely versus the Daniel Craig Bond, but my concern is much larger here. on elements of a topical nature. My critical view of the most recent The works of fantasy that endure Bond films carries over to many are those that have a strong nar- creative works. I’m drawn to works rative structure, or grapple with of art — I include movies, music powerful and meaningful ideas — What’dya mean I can’t park here? and even certain video games here in other words, they move beyond — that offer something I don’t the realm of forms that their char- acters inhabit. Within these worlds Alan Duff are so controlling that Lawrence Instead, I suggest that the uni- immediately get from reality as I are similar issues and ideas that Staff Writer University’s parking rules become versity look at preexisting parking experience it. Part of this draw is mark the world of reality, though a ______almost as complicated as the city's. lots and purchase one nearby for based on fantasy and escapism. Sometimes it is purely escapism, strength may be the subtlety with For the average student, try- The limited parking space on the use of students. Both students which has its merits, but more which these ideas and issues are ing to get into town entails a the Lawrence campus has caused and the university would benefit often I would categorize the draw expressed. very long walk, carpooling or being a number of problems. Guests — from such an arrangement. The to the experience being fantasy. In summary, I believe that fan- constrained by specific Lawrence including prospective students — environmental impact has already The word “fantasy” carries dif- tastical and abstract modes of shuttle times. Having a car saves who come to visit Lawrence often been made so the issue of envi- ferent meanings for different peo- expression are just as pertinent time, simplifies moving around have trouble finding parking and ronmental ethics can be set aside, ple. For me, fantasy can operate as to human experience as more real- Appleton or going home for the run the risk of being ticketed or which is something both students a powerful medium through which istic modes. I have been primarily weekend. The only catch is when having their cars towed. Students and the university can get behind. one can explore an idea or com- focused on narrative, but I think a student needs to find a place to who didn’t win the parking lot- By having an additional private municate a deep-felt human truth my argument applies to all modes park their car afterwards. tery often look for other venues parking lot, Lawrence would be or experience. Fantasy, as I have of art as expression. These fan- If you’re from a big city, you’re to park, angering local businesses able to allocate more parking spac- defined it, has been an important tastical and abstract modes are no stranger to the impossibility who suddenly find their parking es for students that they would be means of storytelling since some marked by symbols, subtleties and of finding parking spots and the lots full of student cars. able to collect on, creating another of the earliest cohesive human obscurity, which brings clarity — odd rules that often accompany I understand Lawrence’s posi- source of income for Lawrence. societies. clarity to the present moment real- them. When I came to Lawrence tion. The university has no control Students would be able to have I’m thinking primarily here of ity. University, I thought these kinds of over Appleton parking regulations a secure area close to campus that problems would go away. However, or fine amounts, and they are try- they would be able to park their it seems Appleton is filled with ing to keep the theme of having vehicles without fear of being sub- more odd parking rules and restric- a “green” campus. Parking lots jected to towing or ticketing or any tion than cities 10 times its size. are about as anti-environmental as other parking problem Appleton With such limited parking avail- something can get: a bunch of con- could inflict upon them. Students crete paved over soil that destroys would probably be able to save able around Appleton, the parking Oh...she’s only on campus becomes a commod- habitats to make room for a bunch money simply by no longer having It’s perfect. ity. Students have to settle for the of gas guzzling machines. It’s to pay towing costs and fines. turning into a spaces left over that the staff and understandable why the university faculty don’t use. It doesn’t help would only make as much parking swan that Appleton’s odd parking rules space as was necessary on campus. See Park on page 7

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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 OPINIONS & EDITORIALS 7 Reading Rights The unlikely end of a legend Daniel Perret-Goluboff believe he’s truly leaving the NBA. the most notable scenarios being for The Lawrentian Jackson has retired before and talked about depicts Jackson mov- ______returned to the game. The obvi- ing to the newly-talented Knicks in Constant vigilance Stunned silence was the gener- ous comparison to be made here an attempt to restore basketball al reaction to the Dallas Maverick’s is that of Jackson to Brett Favre. glory to New York. Others imagine I've never heard a bollard fall, and 4-0 sweep of the Los Angeles Favre and Jackson both became that he would surely return to L.A. I guess I've never heard a bench Lakers in their second round play- iconic figures in their respective if he were to return at all. being kicked in, but I'm sure both off series earlier this week. Even fields. Favre, of course, did not Despite all that Jackson stands acts require a bit of difficult labor. more interesting than the demise have the ability to let go of the to lose by returning to the game, We have two options. We can of the two-time defending world game and instead insulted the city I simply refuse to believe that he report the vandalism we see tak- champions, however, is the specu- that gave birth to his illustrious won’t be back. The NBA would ing place and make sure that those lation surrounding their legendary career through signing with the not be the same without the magic who do it understand that there coach. rival Minnesota Vikings. Ultimately that he brings to it. I firmly believe are consequences for their actions. Phil Jackson is, without sub- he went out in a shameful manner that Jackson won’t be able to walk Or, we can take the easy way out, stantial room for argument, the by letting his career fade into sad away from the potential to win change vandalism's name to some- greatest professional basketball mediocrity. one last championship. Of course, thing like “landscaping” and put a coach to have ever touched a clip- It should be hoped, for the speculation at this point is just nice positive spin on it. If it's not board. Jackson holds the most sake of his legacy, that Jackson that — speculation. There is no really vandalism, we don't have NBA titles ever for a coach, having will learn from Favre’s mistakes true way to tell what’s going on to pay for it, right? Time and time won six with the Chicago Bulls in and end his career now with the inside Jackson’s head, there never again, we've been confronted with the Jordan era —’89-’98 — and five most dignity possible. It is simply has been. this notion that the majority vote more with the Lakers over the past impossible to imagine, however, That’s exactly what has made Magdalena Waz decides what is acceptable, but it's 10 years. A hall-of-famer since his the 2011-2012 NBA season begin- him into such a legend: his unpre- Columnist voting through action. Our silence induction in 2007, Jackson’s career ning without Jackson’s dry humor dictability. For now all we can do is is a vote for vandalism. winning percentage as a coach is and Zen coaching flooding ESPN. follow the rumor mills closely and Our silence makes it possible Often we complain about the an astounding 66 percent. Out of Of course, rumors have celebrate the wonder that Jackson for those around us to spend a general disrepair we see on cam- the five NBA teams to ever achieve already begun to spread regarding has brought to a generation of bas- weekend destroying our property pus. A student walking down the a three-peat — or more consecu- Jackson’s possible return to coach- ketball fans. Of course, Jackson — and I'm calling it ours because stairs in the library says, “There tive championships — three have ing. His statements regarding his may never return to the NBA, but we have to pay for it — and then aren't enough books here. And I been coached by Jackson. His future following the end of the I also wouldn’t be surprised to walk into class Monday morning wish that it was open all night.” tactics are both innovative and L.A.-Dallas series were ambiguous see him on the bench in either Los feeling no remorse for the fact that Both of these specific complaints inspired. This is exactly why I don’t enough to allow for this. One of Angeles or New York next season. have to do with money. The school they have stolen something from doesn't have enough money to us. The handbook and J-Board give us more of what we need and don't matter here — even though I want. Because of this, it is highly appreciate both of those things to discouraging to see the vandalism no end. We wouldn't need to pun- Electronics that takes place on campus every ish people for anything if they just weekend. behaved like they cared about the continued from page 3 At this point, we're all aware people who live with them. Plaza. of the bollards, bench and planter This weekend, about three An electronics collec- that were damaged. We probably weeks before my graduation, was tion will happen at Lawrence have also heard about the alumi- the breaking point. I had spent Friday, May 20 from 10 a.m. num arm that blocks vehicle traf- a great weekend with friends in to 2 p.m. outside the Warch fic from entering campus from the Björklunden, where everyone was Campus Center. Electronics Wriston Turnaround being torn just so cooperative, only to find recycling company 5R off. Maybe we've even heard that my campus in shambles. I can no Processors is hosting the a hall microwave was stolen in longer walk past, shake my head event and will take any elec- Sage. These acts of vandalism have gravely and say something snarky tronics you want to get rid of, denied us the right to light, seat- to the person next to me. It doesn't including all computer-relat- ing, pretty flowers, a car-free cam- work because it's preaching to the ed equipment, CD players, pus and the right to warm our food choir. iPods, broken phones, head- in Sage. That's a lot of rights taken Unfortunately, the only way sets, TVs, DVD/VHS players away in one weekend. to stop this onslaught of destruc- and mini fridges. It's spring. Everyone appears to tion, if you will, is to practice what While fridges are usu- be perpetually drunk, and it seems Mad-Eye Moody's imposter taught ally expensive to dispose that drunk people only focus on Harry Potter and his friends when of, recycling will be free of knocking things over that are nice- they were 14: constant vigilance. cost to Lawrence students ly rooted in the ground. These Memorize security's number. Have on Collection Day as long as groups of drunk students are usu- it on speed-dial. And prepare your- the grant money to subsidize ally loud, large, rambunctious — self for this coming weekend, you is still available, so come and yet nobody ever sees them. which is sure to be an active one. early! Lists of acceptable items and reminders about the time of Electronics Collection Day nomical and environmentally will be posted around cam- Park friendly. For the time being pus. though, it seems that if you continued from page 6 want a car on campus you need Carpooling does remain an to be really lucky, a senior or option that I feel is both eco- just really like getting towed.

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8 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 Seniors brave Shakespeare's "The Tempest" and come out on top Peter Boyle to recontextualize the play, direc- Shakespeare, and the character Brauer '11 brought to life through The serendipitous romance Staff Writer tor Andi Rudd '11 instead demon- rules over much of the play with animalistic physicality, had a and ultimate resolution of ______strated a clear design focus and strong words and clever devices. Yakuza-style tattoo of a demon, “The Tempest” both rely upon Shakespeare is perhaps the a simple approach in execution. Senior Samuel Flood's Prospero marking him as an undesirable. Prospero's servant-spirit Ariel. The most celebrated English-language Several seniors worked on the play was very collected, always certain Brauer's acrobatic perfor- production's biggest challenge to playwright and poet, yet his work as their senior project, and the of his next move; he also proved mance, often low to the ground, standard “Tempest” protocol was is not immediately digestible. Some production excelled in both simple relatable throughout the play, contrasted Flood's firm, lofty car- the split of the role between Nikko contemporary students loathe and subtle ways. even in his more cruel sequences. riage, providing a visual distance Benson '10 and Erika Thiede '11. reading the text itself, insisting Freshmen will hopefully recall Flood's grasp of Prospero's mel- to complement their constant Though such a ploy could have upon No Fear Shakespeare “trans- the finer points of “The Tempest” lifluousness and his maturity as feud. In lighter scenes opposite been gimmicky, the pair was so lations” and aged Zefirelli VHS from their Freshman Studies cur- an actor helped ground the pro- senior Zach Garcia’s Trinculo and synchronous in choreography and tapes. riculum, but for those without such duction. senior Bridget Zangs Christenson’s tone that Ariel constantly demand- Live dramatic performance, study, the plot is thus: Prospero, Flood seemed at times to be Stephano, Caliban gamboled with ed the viewer's attention. The often however, represents most power- the usurped duke of Milan ban- the Zen center of the chaotic plot deluded glee among the drunk- humorous, occasionally terrifying fully the beauty and cleverness of ished to a mystical island, wishes around him, highlighted by his ards. unity stood in for the character's Shakespeare’s plays. They were, to return his daughter Miranda to meditative first scene. This char- Brian Acker '12 and Katie magical powers, showmanship after all, written to be performed. her proper royal status; he enlists acterization seems no accident, as Cravens '11 fleshed out the lead replacing special effects. Shakespeare's words can seem Ariel, a native sprite, to facili- the island bore Eastern influences romance with grace. Though nei- The play's amicable conclusion incomprehensible on paper, but tate the titular storm, and wash- in its sets and costumes designed ther Ferdinand nor Miranda pres- — a reunion, a marriage, a call for when inflected and blocked they es a boat full of the betraying by seniors Kat Tow and Naomi ent immense complexity in the applause — paralleled the finality become identifiable, intellectually royals into his magical domain. Waxman, respectively. The cloth text, their statuses as young love- and the triumph of “The Tempest” and emotionally. Prospero's machinations result in and rings on Prospero's magic birds played innocence against as a production. It was a culmina- Last week’s performance of the restoration of his family to staff recalled quandao polearms, Prospero's wizened machinations. tion of theatre arts study, a tran- “The Tempest” emphasized acting power and the marriage of his a cherry tree loomed throughout Reveling in love demonstrated sition into a new phase from the over flair, developing a comfort- daughter to King Alonso's son many scenes, as did stone lanterns their particular skill as expres- magical isle of Appleton, and it's able reverie out of a cohesion of Ferdinand. and forest shrines. sive actors, developing an honest difficult to imagine a more sweep- talent. Not taking dramatic steps Some believe Prospero Even the demonic Caliban, a rapport onstage that others may ing success. was intended to be a proxy for tortured individual whom Kyle over-sell. Marvel Comics continues success with Branagh’s “Thor” film

Micah Paisner that have been released. It all Known for his work directing in order to get him banished. is when he enters a pet store and Staff Writer began with the revamped “Batman Shakespeare's plays both on the This familial struggle is the demands, “I need a horse!” ______Begins” in 2005, in which direc- screen and on the stage, Branagh central conflict of the film. But, While the Earth scenes are tor Christopher Nolan brought a has stated that “Thor” is much like any superhero film, there comical, they do expose a weak- darker and grittier feeling to the more than just the story of the needs to be a larger struggle. The ness in the film. Branagh handles genre. 2008 saw the release of Norse god of thunder. film opens — after a brief scene on the familial strife extremely well, “Iron Man,” Marvel Comics' first in The film is highly reminiscent Earth — with a rather long back- but Thor's interactions with Jane the next generation of many forth- of several of Shakespeare's plays, story of the battle between the seem stale. She is a one-dimension- coming superhero blockbusters. including “Henry V” and “King Asgardians and the Frost Giants of al character, and Portman overacts “Iron Man” was praised for its Lear.” Unlike other superhero Jotunheim. In the past, King Odin the part, attempting to create more combination of humor and action, films, the main conflicts of the film — played in a fine performance from less. By the end of the film, it with many critics considering it concern familial issues between from Anthony Hopkins — defeated is clear that her character actually to be a new type of superhero Thor and his father Odin, as well the Giants and took the source of serves little purpose. It seems as if film — a smart film that is some- as Thor and his brother Loki. their power back to Asgard, where it was the belief of the filmmakers thing more than a popcorn flick. It is no surprise that Branagh it has been safely guarded. that Thor needed to have a love Soon after, Marvel unveiled plans cast stage actor Tom Hiddleston, Unhappy with an attack by interest, but didn't spend enough to release several films focusing an actor with much Shakespearean the Giants, Thor travels to their time fleshing her character out. on specific superheroes that would experience, as Loki. The relation- world and attempts war. When All in all, “Thor” is worth lead up to “The Avengers.” This ship between Loki and Thor is best Odin hears of Thor's actions, he the price of admission. It is an was enough information to give compared to that of Edgar and banishes him to Earth in order entertaining film that is carried any comic book fan a heart attack. Edmund in “King Lear.” Edmund, to learn how to become a proper by strong performances from “Thor” is the latest success the bastard son, wishes to dispose king. It is at this point that the film Hopkins and Chris Hemsworth (as for Marvel. Directed by Kenneth of his brother Edgar in order to really takes off. Thor is picked up Thor). “Thor” is far from perfect, Unless you've been living Branagh, there is a lot to admire be named Earl of Gloucester. This by a small group of scientists led but it is an exciting new franchise under a rock for the past few in the film. Like Nolan did with conflict is felt almost immediately by Jane (Natalie Portman). Thor's that has the potential to yield years, you're probably aware of the Batman franchise, Branagh in the film, as Thor is soon to be reactions to life on Earth are great some successful sequels in the the vast number superhero films brings something completely new named King of Asgard. Just as in moments of comedy that offset near future. to the seemingly endless genre. “King Lear,” Loki plots against him the action. The best such moment THE LAWRENTIAN

FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 9 Vanguard Jazz Orchestra updates big band sound Sam Lewin lengthy piano solo by pianist Ehud especially evident during "St. Louis Staff Writer Asherie. After Asherie’s solo, the Blues." Beginning as a slow blues ______band reentered with an interlude with the reed players accompany- The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, that featured its tight and pre- ing trombonist Luis Bonilla's plung- one of the few remaining jazz big cise ensemble playing; the horns er-heavy melody, the tune gradual- bands in the United States, played played with impressive intonation ly departed from this slower vibe. the final concert in the 2010-2011 and articulation, while drummer Eventually, after Scott Wendholdt Lawrence Jazz Series last Friday John Riley drove the band and ended his trumpet solo, the band night.The orchestra performed in seemed to subconsciously catch returned to the slow bluesy mel- the Lawrence Memorial Chapel for every ensemble hit. ody, which sounded refreshing, a fairly large audience, which rel- Despite this tightness, the band especially after the arrangement’s ished in the orchestra’s swinging still managed to exude a loose numerous tempo changes. yet contemporary sound. and vibrant energy. The musicians The band closed with the noto- Founded by the late cornet- were all clearly into the music, riously fast and difficult Jones ist and composer Thad Jones and even when they were not soloing. composition "Cherry Juice," which drummer Mel Lewis as the Thad They often yelled in appreciation featured a high, fast and exciting Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra in of a soloist and joked around dur- Terrell Stafford trumpet solo and 1966, the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra ing extended rests. Similarly, trom- a nice contrasting solo by the sax- is based in New York and has a bonist and band announcer John ophonist Rich Perry. Perry’s solo weekly Monday night gig at the Mosca had a relaxed and humor- was somewhat dissonant, and this city’s famed jazz club, the Village ous announcing style; he made a made his sporadic use of tradi- Vanguard.While the orchestra is joking reference to the Wisconsin tional jazz vocabulary even more no longer under the leadership of union protests and made fun of effective. Jones or Lewis, its repertoire fea- various band members for dress- While the concert was fantastic tures numerous Jones charts. And ing too “cleanly.” overall, I was a bit upset that the Photo by Tom Pilcher a handful of band members have One of the more interest- orchestra did not play any arrange- performed with the original band. ing tunes of the evening was Bob ments by Jim McNeely, whom the arrangers, it would also have been The band featured superb soloists, The orchestra opened with the Brookmeyer's "St. Louis Blues. brochure advertised as being the nice to hear more contemporary ensemble playing and arrange- Jones tune “Big Dipper,” which "Brookmeyer began composing orchestra’s composer-in-residence. McNeely arrangements. ments, and they received a com- Jones wrote in honor of the bas- for the band after Jones left, and The band played exclusively Jones Nevertheless, the Vanguard pletely expected and immediate ketball star Wilt Chamberlin. “Big his compositional style is highly and Brookemeyer arrangements, Jazz Orchestra concert was standing ovation. Dipper” began with a few big expressive and features unexpect- and while these arrangers are two a swinging and exciting way to ensemble hits, which introduced a ed texture changes. These were pinnacle post-swing era big band end the 2010-2011 Jazz Series. McLain's "The Paris Wife" Natalie Schermer regarded as one of the premier writ- Artist Spotlight: Staff Writer ers of his generation. Rather, this ______is the story of a young Hemingway just trying to get off the ground, a Hemingway who takes his new wife Lydia Hynson ‘13 to Paris because he has heard that is where all the writers write. Andrew LaCombe Staff Writer Much of the story concerns ______Ernest’s writing, but it is largely a tale of a young couple struggling When Lydia Hynson was to make it. Through Hadley’s eyes a junior in high school, she McLain introduces her readers to spent two weeks in China on such greats as Gertrude Stein, Ezra tour with the Milwaukee Youth Pound, and F. Scott Fitzgerald — Symphony Orchestra. Hynson, a all from the perspective of a “writ- cellist, thinks that this trip was er’s wife.” As much as the story when she fell in love with play- is Hadley’s, it’s fascinating to see ing classical music. Hemingway from the perspective “We played in a lot of differ- of a woman who loves him and to ent spaces all over China,” she see how she copes with his moods recalled. “That was a place that and solitary tendencies. was completely different than here, and that was really cool.” My experience with Ernest We see Ernest as he develops Hynson, a sophomore from Hemingway is woefully limited; one of his most famous characters, Thiensville, Wisc., has also I’ve read a few short stories and Nick Adams, and as he slaves over grown to love playing jazz, that’s about it. I’ve liked what I’ve one of his most famous books, folk, blues and bluegrass music, read, but he remains one of those “The Sun Also Rises.” We even live which fits right in with her bub- authors I plan to get to “someday,” some of the events that eventu- bly and passionate personal- which could mean anywhere from ally became his plotlines. Ernest’s ity. She has performed at two this summer to 20 years from now. personality is large and magnetic, Soundboard performances this So when I picked up Paula McLain’s but McLain doesn’t let him take year. Hynson also sings while “The Paris Wife,” a fictionalized over the book; the main character playing and collaborates with account of Hemingway’s early and focus is undoubtedly Hadley. many of her friends. Photo courtesy of Lydia Hynson years narrated by his first wife, The novel begins with her life “I think the thing that I like Hadley, I wasn’t sure if it would before she even meets Ernest and instrument to start playing in from a school on the west coast. about the jazz, folk, bluegrass really speak to me. I knew that for it doesn’t end with their divorce. fourth grade. “I’ll want to keep my clas- and blues is that I really get me, the casual Hemingway fan, the A common pitfall of histori- “Originally I wanted to play sical chops up, but hopefully I to express the inside of me, book’s success would hinge on cal fiction is authors trying to tell viola like my brother John, but will meet people that I can start and most of the time, every- McLain’s ability to tell a story out- a story where there is none, and he wouldn’t let me,” she said. gigging with and maybe be on one that’s in the audience con- side of Hemingway’s work. I hoped McLain would manage to “And then I decided to play the road with for a while,” she nects with those genres better I needn’t have worried. From avoid it. Again, my concerns were cello like my brother Jeff, and said. “When I get older, all I [than classical music],” she said. the beginning McLain makes it very brushed away by the power of he let me.” want to do is teach and have a “It also makes people want to clear that while a large portion McLain’s story. Quite apart from Hynson, who is transfer- garden and a farm with lots of dance, and I like when people of the book will deal with Ernest being the story of a man, a woman ring in the fall to University chickens and vegetables.” want to dance.” and Hadley’s relationship, read- or a marriage, “The Paris Wife” is a of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Lydia’s last two perfor- Music is very important in ers will also get a very differ- lovely portrait of the Jazz age and has played with the LSO for mances at Lawrence will be with Hynson’s family. Her dad con- ent perspective than that found its main players, and McLain truly the last two years. She is an the LSO Saturday, May 21 at 8 ducts the Milwaukee Chamber in Hemingway’s own memoir of encompasses the carefree attitude active member of SLUG and p.m. in the Chapel and with her Orchestra and Bel Canto this time in his life, “A Moveable of the time with her words. You lived in the group’s house all string sextet Tuesday, May 24 Chorus, her step-mom is a free- Feast.” While I’m sure the story has don’t have to like Hemingway to year. Hynson also spent the last at 10 p.m. in Harper Hall. The lance voice teacher, and her an extra dimension for Hemingway enjoy “The Paris Wife” — all it year working at Harmony Café, sextet will be playing “Verklärte mom sings in the Milwaukee aficionados, I enjoyed it immeasur- takes is love for a good story. which brought her closer to the Nacht” by Arnold Schoenberg. Choral Artists. Hynson’s older ably with just the little knowledge Appleton community, she said. Be sure to hear this talented brothers played an important I have. After graduation, Hynson and enthusiastic cellist before role when she was picking an This isn’t the tale of a famous plans to get a master’s degree she heads to Stevens Point! Hemingway at the top of his game, THE LAWRENTIAN

10 SPORTS FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 Softball ends season against Ripon Mackenzie Dwyer Lawrence scored its final run of the Staff Writer season. Shannon Murray singled ______up the middle and Cory Paquette Lawrence University’s softball pinch ran for her. Paquette season came to a bitter end Monday advanced to second from Perish’s with two Midwest Conference loss- sacrificed bunt and then scored off es to the Ripon Red Hawks, 3-2 of Chiodo’s double to left center. and 4-3. To qualify for the Midwest Although the season is over for Conference Tournament, the team the girls, the players are already would have needed to win both. anticipating next spring. “I’m Powerhouse Cathy Kaye start- already looking forward to next ed the Vikings out in the first game season after the note we left off with an over-the-fence home run to on at the end of this season,” said Standings left center. Ripon was not phased, Murray. “We left Ripon with loss- and responded with run-scoring es but not necessarily defeated. We came away from those games hits in the second and third. Later, Baseball knowing that this is a team that the Red Hawks scored their final MWC Overall doesn’t give up no matter what. run off of a suicide squeeze in Beloit 12-4 24-10 Playing Ripon in those last two the fifth. Ripon 11-5 17-17 games proved that.” The Vikings scored again in St. Norbert 10-6 16-15 The team’s record wasn’t what the seventh in a last attempt to Photo courtesy of Carli Gurholt Carroll 6-10 12-21 they had hoped (13-16), but posi- get back on top, but were not able in the end. If we diminish those to a major component next spring: Lawrence 1-15 3-32 tives have still come out of the sea- to turn the game around. Emily a minimum next year, we will be their standout senior Carli Gurholt. Grinnell 11-1 17-16 son as a whole. Diduch said, “This Perish began the inning with a dou- good to go.” On the loss of their senior, Diduch Monmouth 6-6 17-13 season has really been a lot of fun. ble. She was moved to third by a As for the offensive side said, “Our team is without a doubt Illinois College 4-8 16-15 I love the chemistry of our team, ground out to the pitcher by Mary improvements, Diduch believes the going to miss Carli. She taught Knox 3-9 8-24 and I think next year is going to be Diduch, and then home by Alex team needs to get their bunts down us a lot about what a true athlete really good for us. We had such an Chiodo’s single to center field. and be productive as batters. “One is, with her intense desire for the Tennis amazing level of talent this year so The nightcap started roughly of the biggest things I learned this game.” Gurholt led the team this MWC Overall I’m excited to see what next year for the Vikes, with Ripon scoring year was [from] Shannon,” said season with a batting average of St. Norbert 4-0 9-12 has in store for us.” three runs in the first inning. The Diduch. “She taught me that it .421 and had the second most Carroll 3-1 15-8 In hopes of a winning sea- Red Hawks scored again in the doesn’t matter what my numbers RBI’s — 24. Her slugging percent- Lawrence 2-2 6-13 son next year, the team has some third, which was enough to hold are in the book. What’s important age — total number of bases divid- Ripon 1-3 1-11 things they want to improve. “I the lead for the entire game. is how productive I am for the run- ed by at bats — also led the team Beloit 0-4 0-0 think our biggest challenge that The Vikings started their ners on and the girls coming up to at .807, and she had three home Grinnell 4-0 22-7 we need to work on as a team scoring in the fifth, led again by bat. Next year we need to be pro- runs.Hopefully the team will be Monmouth 3-1 20-7 is our mental side of the game,” Kaye. Gaelen Lombard-Knapp was ductive up to bat and not let those able to adjust next year to the loss Lake Forest 2-2 11-7 said Diduch. “I truly believe we walked to first when Kaye blast- pitches thrown at us go to waste.” of a great player. Knox 1-3 2-17 could have won every single one of ed another homer to center field, The team will be working hard Illinois College 0-4 0-11 our games. Small, stupid mistakes her fifth of the season, bringing throughout the year to come back always ended up screwing us over the score to 2-4. During the sixth, strong, but they will be missing Softball

MWC Overall Ripon 10-3 24-8 Viking tennis team fights hard at MWC Championships St. Norbert 10-3 20-18 Lawrence 6-7 13-16 Beth Larsen Championships.The team had a suc- Pamperin of Carroll University 7-5, first match at No. 3 singles before Beloit 5-8 9-24 Staff Writer cessful weekend, placing 6th overall. 6-2, but was defeated in the semifi- losing in the quarter finals. Carroll 5-8 13-20 ______During the singles competition nals by Monmouth’s David Johnson. Other notable finishes include Monmouth 12-1 22-14 Lake Forest 9-3 14-18 Last weekend, the Lawrence Saturday, junior captain Caleb Ray Dunn defeated St. Norbert’s freshman Jeremy Andereck, who Illinois College 5-7 15-19 University men's tennis team and sophomore Jason Dunn paced Derek Harrington 7-6, 5-7, 6-4 in the lost his first match at No. 4 singles Knox 2-11 7-22 traveled to the Nielsen Tennis the Vikings, each placing 3rd at the quarterfinals, but lost to Juan Perek against Monmouth — who eventu- Grinnell 0-13 0-33 Stadium in Madison, Wisc. to com- No. 1 and No. 2 singles positions, of Grinnell College, the two-time ally went on to win the tournament pete in the Midwest Conference respectively.Ray picked up a win defending conference champion, in for No. 4 singles — but came back in the quarterfinals, defeating Seth the semifinals. Max Zlevor won his strong to win his next match and make it to the consolation finals. In addition, Bile Ali won his first match against Illinois College before taking a loss in the quarterfinals. During the doubles competition Sunday, the Dunn-Zlevor No. 1 dou- bles team took 3rd place, making it to the semifinals to lose to Grinnell, who went on to eventually win the tournament, 6-4, 6-0.At No. 2 dou- bles, Caleb Ray and Andereck lost in the quarterfinals, but came back to defeat Jackson Vogel and Derrick Winterhack in the consolation semi- finals, and eventually lost in the consolation final against Carroll University 8-6.The No. 3 doubles team of Ali and Roy Wimer defeat- ed Ripon’s Jeffrey Mehlert and Xia Statistics are courtesy of Xiong 6-0, 6-2, but were eliminat- www.lawrence.edu and www. ed in the quarterfinals against St. midwestconference.org Norbert College. and are current as of In response to the outcome of February 23, 2011. the tournament, Ray stated that “although we did not win as many matches as we would have liked,

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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 SPORTS 11 Baseball recognizes seniors by defeating Carroll at home Athletes of the week by Alyssa Onan Amanda Ollerer Carroll. In the second game of the Staff Writer day, they couldn’t build off of their ______momentum of the earlier game’s The Viking baseball team lost ninth. The Vikings only scored Jason Dunn: Tennis both games to St. Norbert in a dou- three runs to Carroll’s seven. ble header May 4. The team lost the After coming close so many first game 15-1, with the only run times in the past few days, the Jason Dunn plays both No. coming in the sixth inning when Vikings were due for a big win. 1 singles and No. 1 doubles for junior Eric Bohling singled to bring It was also Senior Day, and they the Lawrence University men’s in sophomore Davide Harris. After wanted their two seniors, Andrew tennis team. this horrible loss, the men came Wilt and Robert Rashid, to have out swinging in the next game. In a good game. Starting the game 1) What was the hardest part the second inning, sophomore Phil off right, Barthelmess was walked about having such a young Wisniewski started things off by and Bohling singled to bring him team this year? getting on base by an error. home. Things got hot in the third The hardest part of hav- Sophomore Mike Baldino when Barthelmess and Brewer both ing such a young team this was walked and sophomore got on base by errors made by year was overcoming the hurdle Tanner DeBettencour had a sin- Carroll. Bohling singled to bring of playing against teams with gle. Freshman Darvis PridGeon Barthelmess home. Harris ground- a large number of returning had a sacrifice fly to bring home ed out but still managed to bring veterans. Our team, consisting Wisniewski. Freshman Luke Brewer home, and Skaer singled to of one senior, one junior, two Photo courtesy of Lawrence University Athletics Barthelmess was walked, and soph- bring Bohling home. sophomores and two freshmen, omore Alex Brewer had a sacrifice The Vikes kept the heat on had the bare minimum number fly to bring home Baldino. Senior through the seventh. Rashid sin- of players you can have to fill out a team. We had some players come and go throughout the season but Wisniewski had another chance gled and stole second and third by the end of the year we became a functional unit. Our two upperclassmen captains, Caleb Ray and Roy at bat and he hit a single to bring base, and Bohling singled to bring Wimer, both provided the underclassmen with wisdom and helped us progress positively through the home Harris. The Vikings scored a him home. Harris was walked and season. I am incredibly proud to be part of such a great group of gentlemen. total of seven runs in the second Skaer and Kossow both got on inning. But after the second inning, base due to errors bringing home 2) What is your favorite part about the conference tournament weekend? they just couldn’t connect the ball Bohling. Wisniewski hit a single My favorite part about the conference tournament weekend is watching how much our team has to the bat and keep the momen- that drove Harris home. This trend improved when playing against teams we played earlier in the season. Usually we play our matches at tum going. Sadly, seven runs in one of scoring continued into the the same time, but during the conference tournament, different flights play at different times. Also, it is inning wasn’t enough for the win, eighth inning, when Barthelmess fun being able to cheer on your teammates in the Nielsen Center, where the Wisconsin Badgers play. The and the Vikings lost 8-7. and Brewer were both walked and atmosphere of the tournament is exciting, and if you crave competition like I do, then you have a blast Last weekend, the Vikings Barthelmess stole all the way until watching individuals give all they have against one another. played their final opponent of home. Bohling was also walked and the season, Carroll, in two double Harris hit a double that brought 3) If you could play any other sport in college, what would it be and why? headers. Game one was a close home Brewer. Carroll could not If I could play any other sport in college, it would have to be hockey. I played hockey from first grade one. Carroll scored one run in the come close to matching our until arriving at college. It was my main sport my whole life and it proved difficult transitioning to not second inning and our Vikings Vikings’ power, only scoring two playing anymore. The hockey team at Lawrence seems like a solid group of guys and I have a deep respect matched that when Harris was runs in the eighth. for them and anybody who plays the game. It is not a typical sport because the time and dedication that walked and then stole second base. The Vikings finally had a 11-2 you have to put in transforms you into an incredibly hard nosed person. I still love the game and miss Sophomore Richie Foreman’s sacri- win over Carroll. However, the playing it at times. fice fly brought Harris home. The Vikings were unable to win their Vikings allowed another run for final game of the season, and lost 4) If you were stranded on and island with one member of the team, who would it be and why? Carroll in the third inning. to Carroll 8-2. If I was stranded on an island with one member on the team it would preferably be Bile Ali because In the fourth inning, Bohling Even after a loss, the Vikings I know he would be the only member on the team who would not even consider resorting to eating me doubled and Harris singled. ended the season happy that they if a food crisis were to occur. Also, he is a very entertaining individual and there would never be a dull Freshman Sam Kossow had a sacri- won a conference game for their moment with him. fice fly that brought Bohling across seniors. Regarding the win, soph- the plate. Carroll came back with omore pitcher John Revis com- 5) What are your summer plans? Any tennis? three more runs in the sixth inning mented, “Getting a conference win My summer plans consist of living in Wausau, Wisc. and interning with the Cardiovascular Research and one more in the ninth. The was a huge relief. Bohling pitched and Education Foundation of the Aspirus Wausau Hospital. I’m looking forward to working with some Vikings had to come out strong if very well and we put some hits top class specialists and learning invaluable knowledge from the internship. The remainder of the sum- they wanted to keep this one alive. together. Even though it was only mer I plan on working as the women’s tennis team co-manager. Hopefully, I can keep my tennis game up Wisniewski started off the one win, it shows us there's a light throughout the summer as well as have time to hang out with my family. ninth inning with a single and at the end of the tunnel. We are a freshman Dan Salzbrenner got on very young squad and how hard base by an error from Carroll. we work this offseason is crucial Barthelmess was hit by the pitch to any success we'll have next year. and Brewer scored to bring home We were also thrilled to get a win Salzbrenner and Wisniewski. on Senior Day for Wilt and Rashid. Harris singled to bring home fresh- Those two have been great men- Katie Simonsen: Athletic trainer man Josh Graber, who was pinch tors to the team all year. We will running for Brewer at the time, as miss them greatly.” The Vikings well as to bring home Barthelmess. finished the season 3-32; as Revis said, the team is very young, so 1) Favorite part of athletic training? Least favor- These last-ditch efforts weren’t ite? Why? enough and, sadly, the Vikings there is huge potential for a great season next year. My favorite part of training is the environ- fell short yet again, losing 7-6 to ment. I love the people I work with and the team, they make the job seem so much fun. I look for- ward to going to work, which allows me to put the extra time in to make everything run smooth- ly in both the room and on the field.

Track championship preview 2) Which team is your favorite to train for? Why? man Erica Schmidt should do well Tyler Gasper Football, without question, because of the Staff Writer for us and score in the discus. guys, the coaches and the work-load and respon- ______Freshman Anna Ratliff and senior sibilities that come with it. In addition, the foot- Annie Sullivan should also score Spirits are running high on the ball trainers get the privilege of having sun drop some points for the team in the Lawrence University men's and wom- and playing UNO on game days! en's outdoor track teams as they 10K," commented Fast. "On the men's side, Sam Stevens will play head into the MWC Championships 3) Favorite taping to do? Why? Photo courtesy of Lawrence University Athletics a big role in the success of our at Monmouth this coming weekend. Wrist. If anyone knows me, they know I tape team. He is ranked in three differ- The teams, as well as Head Coach wrist and Courtney does ankles for the football team; we have a system. Jason Fast, have high expectations. ent events, and although we aren't sure which events he will do at the Fast commented they would be 4) What will you miss most after you’re done and graduated? meet, we will need him to do well relying on several athletes to score I will miss the team and my co-workers — the last game next year will definitely bring tears before for the team. David Zane will also be major points for both the men's and the game even starts. women's teams. a big contributor for the men, as he should net points in both the 10K "Rose Tepper is the defending 5) What made you decide to become a student athletic trainer? and steeplechase." outdoor conference champion in On a softball recruit visit, Alex Goodson mentioned she was a student athletic trainer and suggested the high jump, and we expect her I get involved. to do it again. In other events, fresh- See Track on page 12 THE LAWRENTIAN 12 VARIETY FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2011 The Lawrentian Editor-in-Chief: What’s on your iPod? Tom Pilcher Business Manager Kevin Lokko

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News Editor: Bridget Donnelly 1. Julian Lynch, “Terra” melodies and effortless stream of clarity and crisper studio sound vey the sad, contemplative and The title track off of Lynch’s consciousness lyrics are his bread for his oddball voice and lyricism. loving emotions that Nau seems to Associate News Editor: new album is the most narco- and butter, and he does it best in It is the first track on “Smoke Ring write endlessly about. Will Doreza tized yet upbeat song I’ve heard these tapes. Cheery acoustic gui- For My Halo” and will keep you in a long time. It is deceivingly tars make this a must listen for listening to the rest of the album. 5. Fleet Foxes, “Helplessness Co-Features Editors: simple, however, as Lynch is able sunny Appleton afternoons. This Blues“ David Rubin to include a wide range of influ- volume, along with three others 4. Cotton Jones, “Somehow To For anyone who has waited Tammy Tran Keep It Going” ence without making it seem lofty of home recordings, can be down- nearly three years for this album, it Opinions/Editorials Editor: or inaccessible. His ethnomusicol- loaded legally and freely from This is one of my favorite is definitely a “listen for sore ears.” Kaye Herranen ogy background is apparent in the Cox’s blog. bands that hail from the rolling Robert Pecknold is back to writ- wide variety of instruments and hills of west Maryland, who have ing chamberous, massive sounding Arts & Entertainment Editor: textures included in this song. The 3. Kurt Vile, “Baby’s Arms” been shifting the indie scene out music that showcases his haunting Justin Jones soulful saxophone intro does not Vile has been able to make a of urban Baltimore to free and nat- vocal style. Although the album disappoint either. completely new sounding album ural Appalachia. Michael Nau has shows significant development Sports Editor: without changing any arrange- been working almost consistently in the band’s sound, it seems to Cassie Burke 2. Atlas Sound, “Stationary Blood” ments he has previously worked to make amazing music after the have all the trappings of the older Photo Editor: This song comes from Bradford with. It still has dancing jangly gui- dissolution of Page France, his for- self-titled release. If anything it is Tara Atkinson Cox’s second volume of bedroom tar parts and mellow vocal perfor- mer band. This song is no excep- worth listening to this song just to tapes, which have no overall mood mance, but feels new and unfamil- tion. Entrancing and meditative hear the breakdown at 2:48. Associate Photo Editor: or style to them but are not weak- iar. It also escapes the lo-fi nature guitar melodies, unabashed folk Minh Nguyen ened by eclecticism either. Simple of his earlier releases in favor of lyrics and spacey synth parts con- Layout Editor: Jamie Cartwright

would allow them to do well. Associate Layout Editor: MLB: Minnesota Twins Megan Farrer Track "Our team goal for both the the midst of a monster season. He men's and women's teams is to Jack Canfield Staff Writer was hitting .345 at the time of the Copy Chief: continued from page 11 be top seven in the conference," ______injury, and missed the rest of the Emily Hamm Senior Annie Sullivan, upon said Fast. season. Morneau said that he felt reflecting on the team’s season, Stevens said that it was Francisco Liriano, the strug- Copy Editor: light headed in games as recently said that it "has definitely been great to see how the team gling starting pitcher for the Chelsea Johnson as spring training. Based on his more successful than last year." evolved this year, and that they Minnesota Twins, shocked the early stats, hitting .212 with a sin- "I'm excited to see what we managed to stay competitive baseball world May 3 by throw- Web Manager: gle home-run, he might still be in Anna McMorrow can do this year at the con- this season despite uncoopera- ing the first no hitter of his career. recovery mode. ference meet," commented tive weather. Stevens noted that Liriano achieved this feat against Joe Nathan, the all-star closer Circulation Manager: Sullivan. "Both the men's and he was disappointed with his the White Sox despite coming into out last season recovering from Emily Bodensteiner women's teams are hoping for performance at the conference the game with an ERA above 9.00 Tommy-John surgery, was also higher finishes than last year." meet last year, and that it has — which is beyond abysmal — and Subscriptions Manager: expected to lead the Twins very On the men's side, David really motivated him to do well having never pitched a full nine- Emily Hoylman strong bullpen, but so far has been Zane said that he felt the team at this year’s meet. inning game. a major disappointment and has was in a "great position to do "Even with the bad weather Interestingly enough, it Video Editors: already lost the closing job. well at conference this year," this year slowing down races, I wasn’t a dominating pitching per- Natasha Pugh To make matters worse, team Jinglei Xiao noting that while the team have been able to place myself formance by normal standards. leader Joe Mauer took an unusu- doesn't necessarily have the in the top three in the confer- Liriano only struck out a single al DL stint. Mauer went on the EDITORIAL POLICY: depth necessary to compete ence for multiple events, so batter while walking two. He is DL several weeks ago due to leg Editorial policy is determined with the top teams in the con- I am planning on going out only the fifth pitcher in the last 30 by the editors. Any opinions fatigue and weakness and is not ference, they do "have a great and competing to win multiple years to throw a no-hitter and walk which appear unsigned are expected to return for another group of talented and motivat- races this weekend," comment- more batters than he struck out. those of the majority of The month, which leaves the Twins ed athletes whose efforts will ed Stevens. However, this has been the only Lawrentian’s editorial board. with a gaping hole both at the plate likely place us higher than we Stevens went on to say that highlight of the Twins’ miserable on offense as well as behind the have in the past few years." the MWC Championships is the start to the season. Letters to the editor are plate on defense. encouraged. The editors Fast expressed similar sen- meet that the teams really focus After 33 games, the Twins open If players begin to produce reserve the right to edit for timents concerning the depth on each year, and that he hopes up a three-game series Tuesday and return from injury, the Twins style and space. Letters must of the teams' rosters, but also they will be able to end the out- against the Tigers with a 12-21 should make a comeback of sorts. be e-mailed to: lawrentian@ said he felt the efforts of the door track season "on a strong record and a full 10 games back lawrence.edu. Submissions by While it is still early in the year, talented and motivated athletes note as a team." of the leading Cleveland Indians. e-mail should be text attach- The slow start comes as a surprise overcoming a 10-game deficit ments. to many. The Twins won the divi- and climbing out of a serious sub sion last year and came into this .500 hole takes momentum, and — All submissions to editorial season with mostly the same core momentum takes time to build. pages must be turned in to The Lawrentian no later than 5 p.m. team members. The Twins filled a Because of the division they play on the Monday before publica- ed individuals like the six that roster hole by signing 26-year-old in, I think the Twins will recover — Tennis we have on the Lawrence team but because of this terrible start, tion. Japanese player Tsuyoshi Nishioka All submissions to the editorial right now than winning every I do not think they will be able to to play second base. Nishikoa, an pages must be accompanied continued from page 10 win the division again. The Indians single match with Grinnell.” absolute stud in Japan, was appar- by a phone number at which every single person went out Even though the season ently unable to adjust quickly may have been expected to play the author can be contacted. there and gave it everything was challenging, the Vikings fin- enough to the rougher style of horribly, but they are still holding Articles submitted without a they had in every match.” ished 7-13, they gained valuable play in the MLB and broke his strong, showing no signs of letting contact number will not be Freshman Andereck also experience and everyone seems femur while attempting to turn up, and the Tigers are in a good published. noted, “Conference gave me excited for the years to come, position to do damage as well, a double play. He is now at least — The Lawrentian reserves great experience playing tough, with Ray noting that “we have several weeks from returning to blocking the Twins from a playoff high pressure matches, which is the potential to make it to the berth. Look for the Twins to finish the right to print any submis- the lineup. sions received after the above something that will be valuable conference tournament if every- 2nd or 3rd. Former MVP Justin Morneau deadline and to edit each sub- in the years to come.” one is as dedicated as they were suffered a concussion last July in mission for clarity, decency In general, this was a this year and we just add to our and grammar. rebuilding year for the men’s great group of guys.” tennis team. Ray stated that “no With the amount of expe- — Letters to the editor should one did poorly. We had a lot of rience that the Lawrence not be more than 350 words, and will be edited for clarity, young players, including four University men’s tennis team Council meeting. decency and grammar. freshmen, so we struggled due has gained from this season, we LUCC Questions and concerns to inexperience. Everyone came can expect them to build upon about the budget were raised — Guest editorials may be out and fought hard for every their already-solid base over the continued from page 1 at an informational meet- arranged by contacting the match, but we were just not next year, and I predict that we Finance Committee to bring ing May 11. Further ques- editor in chief or the editorials as strong as some of the other will see amazing things from the budget to General Council tions can be directed towards editor in advance of the pub- teams.However, I would rather our boys in their 2012 season. for approval, the council Byers, and as always, General lishing date. be on a struggling team with a raised a few questions and Council Meetings are open to group of hardworking, dedicat- concerns before tabling the any member of the Lawrence Members of proposal, which will be voted Community. the Assocated on at the May 16 General Collegiate Press