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Regis University ePublications at Regis University Highlander - Regis University's Student-Written Archives and Special Collections Newspaper 3-21-2012 2012 Highlander Vol 94 No 2 March 21, 2012 Follow this and additional works at: https://epublications.regis.edu/highlander Part of the Catholic Studies Commons, and the Education Commons Recommended Citation "2012 Highlander Vol 94 No 2 March 21, 2012" (2012). Highlander - Regis University's Student-Written Newspaper. 314. https://epublications.regis.edu/highlander/314 This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Archives and Special Collections at ePublications at Regis University. It has been accepted for inclusion in Highlander - Regis University's Student-Written Newspaper by an authorized administrator of ePublications at Regis University. For more information, please contact [email protected]. Students in Service Popping Pills A different kind of The truth about exer spring break. cise supplements. The lastest in movies and music. S See page 3 See page 5 ee page 6 REGIS UNIVERSITY a biweekly publication IGHLANDER Serving the Regis community since 1888 Volume 94, Issue 2 www.regishighlander.com Wednesday, March 21,2012 BreAnna Sterling and Andre Gonzales swing around the dance floor at this Thursday Thrills event. Swing dancing comes to Regis Lauren Aemmer I was never super involved with it. "Swing dancing is fun, exciting, and the music . Kateri is an avid dancer, so she kind ;.. ' Wi Staff Writer - __ ". " ,--- Watch out Rang- of encouraged me to go and get into that you dance to is some of the best music ever "'. ' ' different types of dancing:' Filipi and ers! The new 1~~:-· - : .. campus swing Rogers later joined the duo's efforts; composed:' - Pete Rogers Club Advisor " .j ! r - ) dance club will Rogers serves as a dance instructor The club takes Regis' commitment Rogers, a swing expert. He has taught knock your socks and faculty advisor for the club. to quality seriously by seeking the help and done competitive swing dancing off. Thanks to Due to swing dancing's contagious of many professional instructors from for the past seven years. Kateri Kramer, Hannah Jones, Mandy popularity, Rogers knew that it would the Denver metro area. "We want to It does not matter if participants are Filipi. and Pete Rogers, learning how be a matter of time before students be as professional [and] productive as beginners or experienced swing danc to swing can be done in your own started a club on campus. "Swing possible, and that is why we are hiring ers. "We are all learners;' says Filipi, backyard (or Pub, rather). dancing is fun, exciting, and the music the best of the best;' says Jones. a dancer of four years. She believes Kramer and Jones had the idea to that you dance to is some of the best "Denver is one of the top cities in that "partner dancing is a great way start the club about a year ago. "I've music ever composed. There are lots the nation for swing dancing;' says to have fun. In a less cliche way, swing always liked to dance;' said Jones, ''but of things to be excited about:' Continued on page 2 Page 2 NEWS March 2I, 20I2 allows you to socialize and be active." next lesson will be held on March 18, On club participation, Rogers states, and all lessons are free to attend. For Contact the Higlander "The students should know that if further information, contact Pete Rog 3333 Regis Blvd, Mail Stop I-8 they come out, they'll be gaining a ers, Hannah Jones or Kateri Kramer. Denver, CO 80221 wonderful opportunity to meet their classmates, learn to overcome their Our Mission: fears and learn how to really connect As the staff of the Regis University with people ... not the kind of connec biweekly publication, the tion that happens through Facebook, Highlander, we intend to serve the but the kind of connection that hap campus and. the neighborhood by pens when two people are creating providing a forum for news, something in the moment... which is information, and the exploration of amazing~ ' Experienced swing dancer Han ideas. Our publication is designed The club meets for lessons in Walk nah Jones shows new Student to cultivate awareness, er's Pub every other Sunday at 8:45 Body President Grant Robbins her understanding and PM, and a shuttle to the Mercury Cafe moves. dialogue about matters of is provided on the off-Sundays. The community importance. Editor-In-Chief Robyn Kelly News & Events Editor Anna Hinton Arts & Entertainment Editor Jelena Subotic Sports & Health Editor Hailey Barr Above - Angela Mercier and Jennie Babcock pre Layout Editor pare an English thesis performance in the middle Matt Burns of the quad on a sunny Thursday. Photographer Right - The suns shines on Main as students Hall Nick Smith get a head start on their summer glow. Business & Advertising Manager Chelsea Mitchell Passing the torch: Josh Kniss on Grant Staff Writers Laurnen Aemmer Matt Burns Robbins' future as student body president Maricor Coquia Highlander Staff 22 RUSGA Elected Official Debates, Robbins expresses a strong de- Nick Smith Kniss made reference to passing the sire not only to learn the method John Turtle As the current student body presi torch from one elected official to the of Kniss' ways, but also to expand Kendra Tyboroski dent, senior Josh Kniss, begins to next. While such an experience could student involvement and commu Jessica Zanetell wrap-up his term, the University presumably be bittersweet, Kniss nication between the students and welcomes Grant Robbins, a junior, to was ready for the transition. "I have RUSGA. With Robbins' strong sense the Regis University Student Govern enjoyed being a part of RUSGA and of direction and impeccable willing Staff Advisors ment Association (RUSGA) cabinet representing the student body, [but] I ness to maintain an open relation Autumn Jones as student body president for the am happy to pass on my responsibili ship with the student body, it is with Lindsey Romes 2012-2013 academic year. ties to Grant and the future executive much excitement that the Regis com "I have the utmost confidence in cabinet~' He he continued, "I have munity welcomes the new student Our policies regarding submissions and Grant;' says Kniss. "I believe that enjoyed the ride, but it is time for body president to office. editorials from the community: Grant entered into the campaigns me to take my exit and let the next Congratulations to Grant Rob with an open mind and a willingness people take their turn." bins, student body president, Will Submissions are encouraged from our readers. Email submissions to high to hear the views and concerns of Kniss' confidence in our incom Sabin, student body vice president, [email protected] by 7pm every Frid~y Regis students. In my opinion, this ing student body president assures and Terese Cabanting, chief justice of for consideration. All sub mtsston · · SWill is the best mindset that an incoming students of a great school year under the student body: as they begin their be reviewed to ensure suitability and president could have." Kniss contin Robbins' leadership. "I feel that this journeys in office! quality of thought. ues that, knowing Robbins person year's executive cabinet has done ally, he is confident of tlie great work great work. However, I also know The views and opinions portrayed in that is to come from the new cabinet that Regis has many people who can the Highlander newspaper are the sole member. continue the work we have started as opinions of the Highlander staff and d~ In his State of the Student Govern well as begin new projects and take ot necessarily reflect the views of Regi ment address delivered at the Feb. on new initiatives." University. Page 3 NEWS Hig·hlander First international Jesuit Commons: Higher Education at the Margins "Think Tank" concludes with spirited discussions, poignant presentations Donnie Veasey margins of our society. ofJC:HEM to empower those at the sponsibilities for the Future with Director ofMedia Relations Jesuit Catholic higher education very edges of our societies through presentations by Fr. Michael Garan leaders and innovators, and staff access to Jesuit higher education so zini, S.J., president of Loyola Univer (DENVER)- The first international from Jesuit Refugee Service from that together we may foster hope to sity Chicago and Secretary of Higher Jesuit Commons: Higher Education around the world were among 120 at create a more peaceful and humane Education for the Society of Jesus, at the Margins (JC:HEM) Think Tank tendees at the four-day event March world. and Fr. Stephen Privett, S.J., president at Regis University came to a rous 5-8, designed to envision and chart The final day of the conference of the University of San Francisco; ing conclusion March 8 with a final the future of a program that for the featured a session on Learning and and a closing session and forward round of spirited discussions, poi past two years has been provid- Synthesis, facilitated by author Paul steps by McFarland. gnant presentations and the promise ing online education to refugees Nakai and Mary McFarland, inter A fishbowl and large-group con of recommendations that will guide in Kenya, Malawi, and Syria. The national director ofJC:HEM and versation the previous day proved the organization's future in bring Je desired outcome of the 'think tank" a Gonzaga University professor; a beneficial for participants as well. suit higher education to those at the is to expand the vision and outreach session on Commitments and Re- Continued on page 7 Despite lllidterllls and cold warehouse ten1ps, • Regis students volunteer titne for Project C.