An independent student newspaper • Serving the GW community since 1904 • Always online at GWHATCHET.COM The GW Thursday • November 5, 2009 Volume 106 • Issue 24 HATCHET Number of students on campus nears limit by Amanda D'ambra and Lauren French Hatchet Reporters

The University was 60 students away from exceeding the city-im- posed enrollment cap for the Foggy Bottom campus this semester, likely reflecting increased interest in the University, but posing a problem for GW’s future growth. With the level of students close to reaching the full-time student cap, the University is looking for ways to decrease the student count by encouraging students to study abroad and moving programs to other campuses, University Presi- dent Steven Knapp said last month at the Board of Trustees meeting. The high enrollment numbers show that the University is able to attract and enroll more students than ever, but if the University ac- cidently exceeds the enrollment cap, Marie McGrory | Hatchet photographer GW will face substantial fines and Members of the GW College Democrats blog as they monitor the results of the Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial elections Tuesday night. Republicans, however, other troubles from the D.C. gov- were the big winners of the evening as conservative candidates won both races. ernment. Two caps restrict the Foggy Bottom campus. The headcount cap limits Foggy Bottom to 20,000 students and is measured by sub- Campus politicos react to election results tracting students studying abroad, students enrolled without a defined graduation date, and students liv- Republicans celebrate wins in Virginia, New Jersey; Democrats express disappointment ing or taking all of their classes at the Mount Vernon campus from by Samuel Johnson tion night parties in the Marvin Cen- news and blogs continued to put out But for the CDs, even activi- the total number of students at the Hatchet Reporter ter to watch election results come numbers showing the Republicans ties like pin the tail on the donkey Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon The GW College Democrats and in. Republicans Bob McDonnell and leading in the two major contests. couldn’t keep their spirits up. campuses, according to the spring College Republicans eagerly awaited Chris Christie took the Virginia and “It was a great feeling for there to “There are good days and there 2009 Foggy Bottom Campus Plan results of the Virginia and New Jer- New Jersey gubernatorial elections, be a Republican victory again,” said are bad days,” said sophomore CD Interim Compliance Report. sey gubernatorial elections Tuesday respectively. CR Chairman Brandon Hines, a se- member Alex Wright. “And today The other limit – the one the night after months of campaigning, While the CRs celebrated in Co- nior. “I think it says a lot about how was just a bad day.” University is close to exceeding – is but in the end it was only the young lumbian Square, CDs groaned with far we’ve come from just a year ago Both political groups had been GOPers who had reason to party. disappointment two floors above when you had Barack Obama win- See ENROLLMENT: Page B3 Both groups held separate elec- in the Continental Ballroom, as TV ning [in Virginia] by seven points." See ELECTION: Page A5 Univ. pays travel costs for Diane Knapp by Eric Katz Hatchet Reporter The University pays for Diane Knapp’s travel expenses when she goes with her husband, Uni- versity President Steven Knapp, on fundraising trips, Executive Vice President and Treasurer Lou Katz said last week. Mrs. Knapp does not receive a salary from the University, but her travel expenses are covered when she accompanies her hus- band on fundraising trips. Of the six international trips Knapp has taken this year, Mrs. Knapp has gone on three of them, with Diane Knapp trips to Asia, the Middle East and tant to Katz, said there is no way the Dominican Republic, Steven to track how much Mrs. Knapp’s Knapp’s Chief of Staff Barbara travel expenses total because all Porter said. She has also joined of the president’s travel expenses him on domestic trips to New are lumped into one sum. York and Florida. Dorinda Tucker, special assis- See KNAPP: Page B3 Michelle Rattinger | Assistant photo editor FoBoGro owners Daniel Blake, left, Devlin Keating and Kris Hart go over floorplans for the store, which is now slated to open next semester. The team received a new certificate of occupancy, but still faces legal battles regarding their hours of operation. Duques security will continue by Gabrielle Bluestone ment employs plainclothes of- Metro News Editor ficers and said they make up 5 FoBoGro receives new deli license to 10 percent of the force, but The University Police De- declined to detail their respon- partment will continue to keep by Gabrielle Bluestone resolved before the store may re- test against the store, declined to sibilities. an officer posted outside of Stafford said the University Metro News Editor ceive an alcohol license. comment Wednesday evening. Duques Hall as a “security pres- Kris Hart, a GW alumnus Hart said he and his partners is constantly rearranging both ence,” in response to an assault uniformed and plainclothes A D.C. agency told the new and owner of Relaxed Tans, said are happy to get the certificate, and on a student in the building owners of FoBoGro they could le- Wednesday that he had procured a said it shows the support of the staff, whether the student body last month, UPD Chief Dolores is aware of the changes or not. gally operate a deli Wednesday new certificate of occupancy from D.C. Department of Regulatory and Stafford said this week. – ending what had been a major the D.C. Department of Consumer Consumer Affairs. Still, he said the “If things occur, we move Stafford said that while staff around. Sometimes it’s vis- point of contention between the and Regulatory Affairs that autho- store has always had a certificate al- Duques is the only building new management and a commu- rizes the store to operate a delicates- lowing a deli. ible to you, sometimes it isn’t,” with continued extra security, Stafford said. nity group protesting the store. But sen – something Barbara Kahlow, “We’ve already had the ap- the department is constantly there is still another battle to fight – secretary of the West End Citizens proval, my original certificate of The officer in Duques Hall, shifting staff around campus to Stafford said, is there purely for the two parties remain deadlocked Association, had previously de- occupancy was dated on August respond to various security is- over the store’s proposed hours of clared to be illegal. Kahlow, who sues. Stafford said her depart- See SECURITY : Page B2 operation, something that must be has been an integral part of the pro- See FOBOGRO: Page B3

Women's SPORTS OPINIONS Journalist inter- NEWS NEWS basketball Judging GW's Disability Support Services views husband at University expects fewer to quit enlists male Haynes Bunn examines how GW handles students with SMPA event Employee resignations are predicted to decline in help disability requests. • Page A4 Cokie Roberts and response to poor economy. • Page A3 Team adds professor Steve male players to ARTS Roberts discuss his Geology professor passes away practice squad. Practice makes perfect new book at SMPA George Stephens, 66, had a passion for nature and • Page B6 GW's Raas dance team prepares for nationwide Tuesday night. teaching, friends say. • Page A3 competition in November. • Page B1 • Page A5 Sarah Scire | Senior News Editor | [email protected] Emily Cahn | Campus News Editor | [email protected] Gabrielle Bluestone | Metro News Editor | [email protected] Lauren French | Assistant News Editor | [email protected] November 5, 2009 2.0 Amanda Dick | Campus News Editor | [email protected] Amy D’Onofrio | Assistant News Editor | [email protected] H News SnapShot In Brief Univ. begins search for new chief of police University officials have begun the search for a new University Police Chief, after current Chief Dolores Stafford an- nounced plans to retire at the end of the academic year. “We’re just at the beginning of the pro- cess, because she just announced that she’s leaving,” Executive Vice President and Treasurer Lou Katz said. “We are going to do a national search for it, and we’re going to be looking for an individual [who] has broad experience.” Though Katz said his department would “retain a search firm,” few details are available at this time about the search. Although the search procedure is unclear, Katz said that the ideal candidate would have a focus on crime prevention. “Partly, with the reorganization of safety and security, we want to have an increasing emphasis on prevention at the institution overall,” Katz said. “So we’ll be looking for people with that experience.” Stafford, who has headed the depart- ment for more than 15 years, announced plans to retire at the end of the academic year and notified the University Oct. 18. She said she would continue to serve as po- lice chief through the transition. Stafford said she will not play an active role in identifying or interviewing candi- dates, but will lend her perspective to the Francis Rivera | Hatchet Photographer selection process. Protestors Nefertiti Akamasula (far right) and Charlotte Nguyen, both freshmen at American, gather with others in Dupont Circle on Wednesday night to “I guess first and foremost is that the express their anger toward the passing of Proposition One in Maine. The proposition repealed a state law that would have allowed same-sex couples to wed. individual is going to have to come into this job with a lot of energy,” Stafford said. “Because this is a fast-paced organization in a very interesting city, and the location Calendar of GW creates a challenge for whoever my successor is going to be.” Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Katz said those involved in the search “value [Stafford’s] opinion.” Twenty years after the fall of the Men’s soccer vs. Rhode Fall hayride Foggy Bottom Clean Up “[Dolores] is not shy, she’ll tell us what Berlin Wall: “The Interrogation” Island Join Program Board for Help beautify the Foggy she thinks, and we’ll clearly listen to it, be- cause she does know a lot about it in gen- Watch “The Interrogation,” a film Support the men’s soccer some traditional fall fun Bottom campus and eral, and she knows a lot specifically about by famed director Ryszard Bugajski, team as they battle for a and take a hayride in Ger- neighborhood with the this University,” Katz said. chronicling life in Eastern Europe playoff spot in one of their mantown, Md. Student Association. Stafford said the biggest factor the search team should look for is leadership during the height of the Stalin era. last games of the year. qualities. Gelman Library room 207 | Mount Vernon Athletic Busses leave from Marvin Kogan Plaza | 10 a.m. “The role of chief is to be the leader, Complex | 2 to 4 p.m. Center | 5:30 to 10 p.m. somebody who guides their folks, but I ac- 6 to 8 p.m. tually think that an important component of the job is to be responsive and accessible to the leaders of the institution, my staff of 170 full-time and 100-plus part-time people Multimedia H All this and more... Now at gwhatchet.com and for the community at large,” Stafford said. “Juggling all of these different things is not an easy job when you’re trying to be WEB EXTRA Web extra VIDEO responsive and accessible to three distinct New GSPM programs announced SPHHS students place first in competition Dana Tai Soon Burgess groups of constituents.” Online strategies will be focus of new Grad students devise plan for cost-efficient Check out the first installment of The Hatchet’s - Gabrielle Bluestone and Emily Cahn graduate opportunities. health care system. “Professors You Should Know” series. The GW Hatchet News November 5, 2009 w Page A3 Univ. expects fewer resignations Geology professor

Last year, however, the Uni- the position is vacant, some- ments owing to what may Due to economy, versity didn’t reach its sav- times that saves us money have occurred with their ings goal. and sometimes that doesn’t retirement accounts.” passes away at 66 employees may “Last year, because of save us money,” Katz said. “Such happenings cer- how bad the economy was, “In the interim you may tainly make people ask the we did not hit our salary well be paying more be- key question: do I have field methods, and geophysics not leave savings number, because cause you may bring some- enough resources to have Instructor was with Stephens, said he de- very few people left,” Katz body in on contract, and the retirement situation I scribed himself as “infinitely by Drew Spence and said. when you bring somebody seek?” Lehman said in an popular with flexible” and he never imposed Emily Cahn Katz added that he does in on contract you end up e-mail. due dates. She said students Hatchet Reporters not think the University paying more than hiring a Forrest Maltzman, chair were often frantically finishing will see any salary savings permanent employee.” of the department of po- students, faculty assignments outside his office Although several high this year either, despite the Additionally, Katz said litical science, said a lack on the last day of the semester. profile University officials resignations from Laurel that given the state of the of retirements is hindering by Amanda Dick Stephens had an impact on are set to leave GW at the Price-Jones, former head of economy and difficult fi- his department from hiring Campus News Editor students who only knew him end of the academic year, a the Office of Development; nancial times for many new talent. Maltzman said for two months in their honors University financial officer Mary Futrell, dean of the higher education institu- the political science depart- Geology professor and course on Scientific Reasoning said other GW employees Graduate School of Educa- tions, many University ment currently only has one deputy director of the Univer- and Discovery. are reluctant to leave their tion and Human Develop- employees are not leaving opening, and is reviewing sity Honors Program, George Freshman Alnawaz Devani positions in the sluggish ment; Susan Phillips, dean their positions. 200 applicants for that one Stephens, passed away earlier said in an e-mail, “I sincerely economy, and the Univer- of the School of Business; “I would expect this spot. this week. He was 66. miss his humor, curiosity, and sity will not save any funds University Police Chief year we will have less sal- “Even for universi- Stephens, who died on teaching style. I can always this year due to vacancies. Dolores Stafford; and Ex- ary savings than normal,” ties such as GW that have Monday had been imagine him smil- Executive Vice President ecutive Vice President for Katz said. “I think we will managed their resources hospitalized in Oc- ing whenever I en- and Treasurer Lou Katz said Academic Affairs Donald have some but not as much wisely and thus do not see tober, said Maria ter the classroom or the University traditionally Lehman. Lehman and Phil- as the $5 million. In fact the recession as clearly as... Frawley, director of hear anything about plans for $5 million in sal- lips will step down from we are assuming we will other universities, the lack the University Hon- nature.” ary savings each year, and their positions but will re- not have the $5 million this of retirements precludes ors Program. Profes- Colleagues said usually saves between $3 main at the University in year.” us from taking as great an sor Marie Price said Stephens was very million and $7 million an- some capacity after this Lehman said he thinks advantage of the weak job he died of a stroke. devoted to teach- nually when employees academic year. “that some faculty members market as I would like,” he Stephens had a ing and his fam- choose to resign or retire. “When people leave and have delayed their retire- said. u long history with ily, which freshman the University. He Abby Bergren recog- had been a profes- George Stephens nized as well. sor of geology since “He was pas- Chronicle reported funds already raised 1978. He also received his bach- sionate about three things: his elor’s and master’s degrees in family, his students, and rocks,” geology from GW in 1967 and Bergren said in an e-mail. of what we expect to raise. fillment of pledges that we icle article or any article, 1969, respectively. Stephens was known for Number said to be It's what we did raise last received one year ago, two nonprofits are really hurt- Stephens was known for giving extra time to his stu- year versus the year be- years ago, three years ago, ing,” Posatko said, adding his passion for geology and dents and taking them on field fore,” Posatko said, adding so even though the econo- that “with 10 percent unem- sharing it with his students, trips to local geological sites estimate was total that the Development Of- my was down, we still had ployment rate, people are Frawley said. outside of class. fice increased its donations donors [who] were fulfill- out of work, and so people “He was an extraordinarily “He led the annual honors from last year from $58 million in 2008 to ing pledges they had made are having a tough time devoted professor. One day he hike into the Appalachian Trail $84 million in 2009, a $26 to us years earlier,” Posatko just making ends meet, so was telling me about a class he of Maryland, where he seemed by Emily Cahn million increase. said. they can't in good conscious taught that had gone well, and to be in better shape than I am. Campus News Editor Reporters from the Patricia Danver, a make a commitment to us.” he said he was so happy, he He led us on a roughly five- Chronicle confirmed spokeswoman from the De- Yet Posatko said main- wanted to skip back to his of- mile walk, all the while talk- University officials said Wednesday that the 44 per- velopment Office, added taining relationships with fice. Even as a senior professor, ing about the formation of the this week that a reported 44 cent increase was an actual that the increase could also past donors, as well as he still felt that much excite- Appalachians several million percent increase in dona- increase, rather than an es- be attributed to a “focus on starting to foster relation- ment when a class went well,” years ago. It is such a shock that tions for this year was not timation. principal gifts,” which are ships with recent alums, she said. he has passed on, and our class an estimate for the 2009 cal- Other nonprofits work gifts valued at $1 million or will ensure that when the Professor Larry Medsker is still reeling from his sudden endar year but had in fact on a different fiscal calendar more. economy begins to look up, taught Stephens’ class while departure,” freshman Brian already occurred for the last than GW, and some non- Danver cited gifts such donations will once again Stephens was in the hospital, Dittmeier said in an e-mail. fiscal year, which finished profits reported estimates as “a $10 million gift from start to come in. and professor Oscar Zimerman Stephens continued to in June. of their fundraising, as their the Cyrus Katzen family for Danver echoed Posat- will take over Stephens’ class teach geology courses, though A report published by fiscal years have not yet cancer research, a $2 million ko’s sentiments. starting next week. he was a part of the geography the Chronicle of Higher Ed- ended, said Candie Jones, a gift from an anonymous do- “Philanthropy is about Kathleen O’Siadhail, Ste- department, because the geol- ucation last week said the reporter for the Chronicle. nor to the Charles E. Smith relationships to people phens’ friend of 21 years and ogy department was dissolved University had projected it While many nonprofit Center transformation and we’ve known for many former geology student, called in the 2004-2005 academic would raise more than $80 organizations are struggling a significant grant from an years and we will continue Stephens “one of the warmest year. million this fiscal year, but to raise funds in a weak- affiliate organization,” as to build the relationship,” and kindest people you’ll ever The flags in front of Rice Jerome Posatko, associate ened economy, Posatko at- donations that contributed Danver said. “It’s not about meet,” adding that he was one Hall will be lowered on Thurs- vice president for develop- tributed the University’s to the increase. whether or not they can of the best teachers she had at day, and a wreath will be placed ment operations, said this steep jump in fundraising Posatko did admit it has make the gift this year, its GW. at Professors' Gate in Professor week the money had al- to donors fulfilling large been tough to fundraise in more about maintaining the “Every student who had Stephens’ memory. He is sur- ready been raised last fiscal pledges they had made in the current economic cli- relationship. If we do that him loved him,” she said. vived by his wife Suzanne and year. years past. mate. well, they will be with us in O’Siadhail, who took struc- two children, Sarah and Chris- “It was not a projection “The increase was ful- “[If] you read the Chron- good times and bad.” u tural geology, physical geology, topher. u Justin Guiffré Lyndsey Wajert Opinions Editor Contributing Editor [email protected] [email protected] H OpinionsNovember 5, 2009 w Page A4

Staff Editorial Don't fire Hobbs... yet Changing the Senate's He revived the men's basketball program years ago; give him the chance to do it again state of mind ver the past two years, many fans of coach Tom Penders – a coach who had not led the men’s team was predicted to finish 13th out of There is something that the GW’s men’s basketball have called for the team to a winning season since his first as the 14th for a second consecutive season – something Student Association Senate of re- the firing of our energetic head coach, men’s head coach. After two mediocre seasons that is unacceptable considering that the school OKarl Hobbs. Some have criticized his coach- in 2001-2002 and would not even (and has not for the past two cent years and 17th century phi- losopher René Descartes have in ing strategies, others his dealings with players 2002-2003, Hobbs years) qualify for the A-10 tournament. common: both spent most of their and media. Obviously, the fact that the team led the team to an Yogin Kothari With the departure of Rob Diggs, the team’s time trying to justify their own ex- has faced two consecutive losing seasons after NIT appearance and best interior weapon last year, it is going to be istence. But for the SA Senate, the successfully reaching the NCAA Tournament in then its first Atlantic difficult, but not impossible, to have a strong mantra “I think; therefore I am” 2007, 2006 and 2005 can’t be overlooked either. 10 undefeated sea- inside game. Juniors Joseph Katuka and Jabari won’t do it. They need to do a lot But is it too early to call for Hobbs’ re- son just two years later in 2005. From 2005-2007, Edwards and senior Hermann Opoku will all more than simply think to justify placement? he led the team to three NCAA Tournament ap- need to contribute more this season. While it their existence. There’s no denying that Hobbs has pearances. will probably be difficult to match up with con- Compared to their uninspiring had his share of issues, but the time to Though the program has suffered for two ference powerhouse Dayton, a team returning performance last year, the SA has fire him hasn’t come. Remember that consecutive years, Hobbs should be given a with 10 of its top 11 scorers from last year, or been relatively motivated so far when Hobbs took over the reins in chance to restore his team. He lost many Xavier, a team that made it to the Sweet 16, GW this semester. The senate seems to 2001, this program had not been veterans at the end of the 2006 and 2007 has the talent to finish above 13th place. The be making some strides in the right too successful seasons and now is in the middle of build- incoming freshman class, many of whom are direction this year, but they need under former ing the program back up. He should be older than an average collegiate rookie, should to either keep the focus on student h e a d given a chance to finish what he started. provide a lot of excitement this season and help advocacy or resign themselves to Consistency is important at this point in the Hobbs prove his doubters wrong. the theme of self-obsession that program’s rebuilding phase, and with Hobbs With three returning starters and an ex- has come to surround the organi- at the helm, it’s there. Not only has he led the tremely deep freshman class, Hobbs must turn zation. team successfully in the past but this year, the program around this season and show some Executive Vice President Jason with six new freshmen on the team, he has results to the students, the fans and the entire Lifton called a meeting earlier this a chance to redeem himself through his re- GW community. If he can’t, then the Univer- semester asking student senators cruiting efforts by rebuilding from the bot- sity should look into making some changes and to brainstorm ideas that would tom up and turning the floundering head in a new direction. But remember, Hobbs directly benefit their constituency. program around. knows how to build a program. He did it eight The result of the meeting was a Even though I believe Hobbs years ago. He can do it again, if we give him the collection of ideas that the senate should not be fired, he does chance and support his efforts. The GW athletic believes need to be addressed. need to be held accountable, department has done so by providing him with While this sort of initiative is and he needs to know what new facilities. We can as well by showing up a positive step for a student or- is expected of him. This is the to games and supporting our team. Let Hobbs ganization often accused of inac- season that Hobbs needs know what we expect, but give him a chance to tion, we have yet to see the kind to prove all his doubt- prove he can meet our expectations. Otherwise, of follow-up that will directly af- ers wrong. In the At- it’s time to give him the axe – or in GW’s case, fect students. It is time for the lantic 10’s official the hatchet. student senators to take on these coaches and – The writer is a sophomore majoring in inter- and additional issues. The sugges- media poll, national affairs. tions made at the meeting need to be evaluated and then delegated among the members of the senate. A great time to double the impact From that point, the onus will be on individual senators to see their initiatives come to fruition. GW's administration has outlined laudable goals, but should keep the focus on students On the other hand, the sen- ate has taken some discouraging s one undergraduate student among Ramsey both emphasized the need to transform measures concerning a new con- panel of 25 students, chosen through an applica- more than 10,000, it is pretty easy to think GW into a “world-class research university.” Al- stitution. Internal proceedings tion process. This will bring diverse insight into your voice does not matter. After all, one though the criteria for judging universities has and rule changes have long been a GW’s problems and can help more efficiently voteA does not decide a major election and one fan shifted to emphasizing research — making this allocate the University budget. The problem of detrimental obsession of the orga- screaming cannot transformation necessary — it is imperative that nization. The SA Constitution Task spending exorbitant amounts of money on pro- change the outcome research conducted at GW includes student con- Force is an example of such a waste grams that have questionable effectiveness and of a sporting event. tributions. As such, the University should require of energy. Formed shortly after last Bradley Dlatt are under-utilized by students cannot be solved However, when we that each department post the areas faculty are year’s failed attempt to rush a new by the same people who initially approved them. talk to friends or currently researching on an online forum acces- constitution through legislation, Instead, the University needs to find alternative roommates and ex- sible to students, as well as whether each faculty the task force is demonstrative of ways to ask the beneficiaries of these programs change ideas, the voice of one can quickly be- member has student research assistant positions the misdirected efforts of a body for advice. come the voice of many. The power that comes available. This allows students to understand that has often failed to be student- We should feel proud to have an administra- with passing ideas from person to person until where each professor’s interests lie and would oriented. The town hall meeting tion willing to work hard to acquiesce to student they become relevant to the larger community actively engage the student body in high-level held to discuss the new constitu- requests, and I agree with Chairman Ramsey has been evident this fall at GW, as the voices of research, thus improving student learning while tion was attended by only one that it is an incredible time to be at GW. How- students dissatisfied with the GW administra- assisting faculty by increasing their productivity. person not affiliated with the SA ever, throwing an additional $60 million per year tion have become a bit stronger. Opportunities like these will draw stronger ap- or student media, demonstrating a at our shortcomings does not ensure success. To The University – led by President Steven plicants to GW and allow the University to re- clear lack of general student inter- build the loyalty and sense of community de- Knapp and Board of Trustees Chairman W. Rus- alize President Knapp’s goal of becoming even est in this initiative. sired here in Foggy Bottom, each of these new sell Ramsey – has launched a campus-wide cam- more selective. The new constitution will make programs, and the realignment of University paign, including powerful op-eds in The Hatchet, One of the key points Chairman Ramsey and few, if any, necessary changes to- funding, must be guided by the underlying prin- to promote its vision for the University’s future. President Knapp addressed in their messages to ward making the body more effec- ciple of ‘How does the University provide even The combined message of President Knapp and students was the creation of an Innovation Task tive. Taking the responsibility of more for students.’ Hosting great events for cabi- Chairman Ramsey was clear: We are listening. Force that will determine how GW should im- running the senate away from the net secretaries and alumni are powerful tools to The GW community should be proud that our prove and spend money more efficiently. This executive vice president after fairly improve GW’s visibility, but ensuring student University is willing to listen to the voices of its desire to improve inspires hope for GW’s fu- successful tenures by the past few access to influential people and institutions by students. Still, we as a GW community cannot ture, but a task force composed of the people EVPs seems arbitrary, and leaves cultivating internships in the halls of power stop at simply acknowledging our problems. who were responsible for the problems GW is the new role of the EVP ambigu- throughout Washington is the sort of improve- We must instead take a proactive stance and be facing will yield more of the same administra- ous. It is hard to see how chang- ment we need. Effective outreach like that will deeply involved in their respective solutions. tive issues that have plagued this school. While ing the status of freshmen repre- launch GW further into the educational elite in Most importantly, the changes proposed by the task force should not be altogether thrown sentatives will necessarily make this country, and attract the level of students the both President Knapp and Chairman Ramsey out, it is necessary for it to have a strong student them more effective in their roles. University wants and deserves. must include increased access to the Univer- presence that amounts to something more than Finally, making the rules easier – The writer is a sophomore majoring in political sity for students. In their columns, Knapp and Internet polls. The task force should include a to amend will probably result in science. more of the same introverted focus that detracts from student-orient- ed projects. The time and effort used to propose a new constitution would Rehabilitate GW's Disability Support Services have been better spent on chang- es that would directly affect the general student body. With Lifton putting pressure on the senate to The University does not meet standards for temporarily disabled students cultivate new ideas and raise per- W’s Disability Support Services is in a sad During my freshman year I had my ankle recon- Act with which the University is obliged to com- tinent issues, we hopefully will state of affairs. I have had the pleasure structed, a major surgery requiring six weeks of ply as a recipient of federal funding. According not see this kind of wasted energy of dealing with the office not once, but casts and crutches. While attending the first week to the law, a disability is defined as “a physical in the future. Now the focus needs twiceG during my career here at the University. of classes second semester (two days after the or mental impairment that substantially limits to shift from coming up with ini- Both times highlighted the inadequate services surgery), I discovered I had two classes in build- one or more life activities.” I clearly qualified as a tiatives to actually seeing them offered for temporary disabilities. ings without elevators, and my classes were not person with a disability – not being able to walk achieved. On the DSS Web site, there is a page dedi- on the ground floor. After contacting DSS to ask substantially limited my ability to get to class. In 1637, Descartes wrote, “It is cated to “temporary conditions,” but little help for the classes to be moved to buildings compli- The law furthermore states that the University not enough to have a good mind. was given to me during the two occasions I had a ant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, I has an obligation to work with students with The main thing is to use it well.” temporary disability. Most recently, I injured my was told there was nothing that could be done. disabilities to find alternative accommodations The SA should take the advice and ankle, which required a week of walking with I would have to walk up and down the stairs on in a nondiscriminatory way. Implying that stu- put their mind to use. crutches. My first thought Monday morning crutches for six weeks. dents should pay for these accommodations or was, “How do I get to my class at 1957 E St.?” The weather also contributed to this already be put in such dangerous situations is blatantly I immediately called DSS to find out how complicated situation – it snowed for the first discriminatory. they could help me find solutions to this problem. several weeks of Disability Support Services should be fo- Quotable I was told, however, that “the University doesn’t the spring 2008 Haynes Bunn cused on support and creative problem-solving have a shuttle service.” That’s it. It wasn’t even semester, mak- rather than just telling students what they’re "He was passionate about accompanied by an apology. I decided to call ing my trips to not able to do. No one in the University should higher up in the food chain here at GW: the Of- class even more suggest or expect students to pay for a cab in three things: his family, his fice of the Dean of the Columbian College of Arts difficult, and even slightly dangerous. The ramp order to get to class. DSS should be willing and and Sciences. I talked to a woman in the dean’s outside my freshman dorm became very slippery able to work with students with all types of dis- students, and rocks." office who was very helpful and sympathetic, due to ice accumulation several times through- abilities, and students should be commended - Freshman Abby Bergren but of course had no ability to help me. After she out that winter, yet it seemed to go unnoticed by for advocating for themselves. The University researched other departments for about 10 min- University employees. That is, until I slipped on provides evening transportation to all students describing the late geology utes, I was transferred to The Office of the Senior the ice. It seemed nobody in the University sys- up to four blocks away from campus. I recom- Vice President for Student and Academic Sup- tem would even listen to me. Finally, my parents mend this same service be available on a smaller professor George Stephens. port Services. I explained my situation (for the reluctantly called the dean of freshmen. He was scale during the day for students with disabili- Stephens died at the age of 66 third time) and was told, “Well, you’ll just have the first University official to listen and- under ties trying to go to class as a simple solution for to take a cab.” stand and work to fix the situation. bringing the University into ADA compliance earlier this week after more I shouldn’t have been surprised by the lack of All of these actions taken by the University on this issue. than 30 years at the University. helpful information from the University because in dealing with a student with disabilities were –The writer is a junior majoring in political this is the second time I’ve run into this problem. in conflict with the Americans with Disabilities science.

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couple and the book, which the old stories. It is happening He explained how Nick Stern SMPA professor was dedicated to the students in all countries and there are – the former student’s father of GW. so many more stories.” – had grown up in an apart- “He is an astounding as- During the discussion, ment that was smaller than his dedicates work to set to this University and I am Cokie asked Steve to talk wife’s current closet. the director of SMPA mostly about Alice, a young child sol- “That’s worse than Thur- students because he convinced me to dier in Rwanda whose story ston,” Steve joked. come. He writes this book Steve tells in “From Every End Steve ended the interview by Saira Thadani about doers, makers and risk of the Earth.” Cokie said she explaining his reason behind Hatchet Reporter takers. It is filled with all kinds had never asked Steve about writing the book. of fascinating adventures,” her before. “The organized support- During her 40 years as a Sesno said. Steve said Alice, after nar- ers of immigration haven’t working journalist, Cokie Rob- Sesno presented Cokie rowly escaping war, received told these stories well, that’s erts has interviewed countless as “the interrogator and the a scholarship to study in kind of why I wanted to write congressmembers and politi- chief,” a title that caused both the U.S., eventually earning the book. I wanted to write cians, fostering relationships the audience and journalist enough money to support 10 about 12 families that have that have made her a legend in to laugh. She began by asking survivors of the genocide. contributed and not just taken journalism. Steve why he chose to dedicate Michelle Rattinger | assistant photo editor “The line between sur- something away,” he said. She faced a more unusual the novel to his GW students. Husband and wife Steve and Cokie Roberts discuss Steve's new book, "From vival is so thin,” Steve said. Second-year medical stu- subject Tuesday evening – her Steve said he enjoys “see- Every End on This Earth" at the School of Media and Public Affairs Tuesday. “There are so many places dent Shelly Bhowmik com- husband. ing the spirit of his students” in the world where peoples’ mended the event’s effect on Cokie interviewed hus- and getting them excited about lives hang. Alice did so much the audience. band and School of Media their families. He encourages book, allowing Steve to dis- the point of view of countries for her people. One thing that “Listening to the different and Public Affairs professor all his students to write about cuss his childhood in Russia, sending people. It enriched my makes immigrants special is stories made me think about Steve Roberts to discuss his their history and appreciate his work overseas and how understanding of immigra- their loyalty to their commu- my own situation. Gradu- new book, “From Every End the fact that “grandma will his past became the basis for tion,” Steve said. “Seeing fam- nities.” ate school is very hard, and on This Earth.” SMPA Direc- never say ‘no comment.’ ” his novel. ilies whose children had left Steve told another story hearing about those families’ tor Frank Sesno kicked off the Cokie asked Steve a va- “When I was based in for the U.S. reminded me that from the novel about the fam- experiences put what I do in discussion by introducing the riety of questions about the Greece, I was able to see from today families were living like ily of a former GW student. perspective,” she said. u Grad school criticizes volunteer program Election from p. A1 job training in disadvantaged environment like the GSEHD, Tara Courchaine received involved in campaigning for the candidates. Each GSEHD officials: school districts – cannot be an rather than simply on the job. her master’s in bilingual special took overnight trips to New Jersey and Virginia alternative to training America’s “Teaching is the most im- education from GSEHD in 2002, and participated in weekend canvasses in the near- Teach for America teachers in institutions of higher portant job in our society in and is currently pursuing her by Virginia area. A handful of CDs were still cam- education. my opinion,” Kortecamp said. doctoral degree, which she said paigning feverishly on election night in Virginia. “Teaching is a complex art,” “Why? Because education is of- is required to become a profes- Both student groups claimed to have reached sends wrong message said Karen Kortecamp, associate ten the difference between eco- sor. She said she took away valu- out to tens of thousands of voters in their volunteer- by Megan Moore professor of secondary educa- nomic prosperity and poverty, able tools from her traditional ing efforts. Hatchet Reporter tion. “It takes years to master.” between opportunity and mis- education. With the 2009 election season over, both orga- In an e-mail before the event, fortune.” “Every child is different,” nizations are now shifting focus to policy issues as The Graduate School of Edu- Lang said the event’s target au- Travis Wright, assistant pro- Courchaine said. “You have to well as preparations for elections next year, student cational and Human Develop- dience was GW undergraduates, fessor of educational research, understand the dynamics of leaders said. ment held a panel discussion who have traditionally been one agreed with that idea, and high- what is going on to be success- The new CR agenda will focus on support- Tuesday evening at the School of the top feeders for the Teach lighted the importance of effec- ful.” ing conservative policy issues on the economy Without Walls in an attempt for America program nationally. tive teacher training and the role Kaitlin Gastrock, a spokes- and health care as well as support for troops. The to reassert itself against popu- “Not only has TFA turned of being a teacher. woman for TFA, said there are CRs will also be looking to continue strengthening lar competitors like Teach for into one of our biggest competi- “Teaching is its own career,” many routes to take in order to membership on campus. America. tive threats on campus, but its Wright said. “You get strategies, become a successful educator. Similarly, the CDs are planning on lobbying A panel of GSEHD profes- message perpetuates the notion you learn how people learn. As a “Students in Teach for Capitol Hill in support of health care reform, cli- sors and administrators empha- that teaching can be temporary teacher, you have to be in touch America classrooms receive just mate change legislation and other issues in support sized the value of the school’s and disposable in one’s life rath- with why you teach.” as large gains, if not larger, than of President Obama’s agenda. traditionally structured edu- er than a career choice garnering Members of the audience – their traditional peers,” Gastrock Unsurprisingly, the CRs and CDs disagree on cation programs at the event, commitment and further educa- which included mostly GSEHD said. the significance of the election results and what it which was designed to “not only tion,” Lang said. “We want the students and local D.C. educa- At the end of the event, means for the future. promote our graduate programs, GW undergraduate student tors – agreed that GSEHD and Wright delivered a “call to ac- “I think this is going to be a really important but to combat the rampant pro- body to have all the informa- the experience of teaching was tion” for members of the discus- election that foreshadows more Republican vic- motion of Teach for America on tion and be able to distinguish extremely rewarding. sion with teaching ambitions. tories to come if the Democrats don’t shape up,” GW’s campus,” said Sarah Lang, between organizations offer- Kelly Riling, a first-year “For me, it is a social justice Hines said. the school’s director of admis- ing alternative licenses, such as teacher in the D.C. public school endeavor,” Wright said. “We live Senior Peter Weiss, president of the CDs, sees sions and student services. TFA, and accredited licensing system, earned her master’s de- in a country with a widening in- things differently. The representatives touted and master’s programs, such as gree in elementary education come gap. Making sure that kids “These losses were in no way a referendum on the value of their Teacher Edu- those offered through GSEHD.” from GSEHD in 2009. get the fairest possible start is President Obama,” he said. “These were distinct cation Assistance for College Kortecamp said that teachers “I feel so prepared coming the most important. I have never races with a unique set of candidates and issues.” and Higher Education program, are a vital part of American soci- in, I don’t even feel like a first- found another way to be in the In the meantime, it looks like these political and said Teach for America – ety, and must be taught the art year teacher,” Riling said, refer- world that is as satisfying as be- groups will continue the fight against one another which offers its recruits on-the- of educating others in a learning ring to her education at GSEHD. ing a teacher.” u both at GW and on Capitol Hill. u Amy Rhodin Caroline Coppel Arts Editor Contributing Editor Hatchet November 5, 2009 w Page B1 [email protected] [email protected] H

Talk about happy hour! Sunday from Hit the Newseum on receSs performs with an im- Check this 4-7 p.m, the H Street Country Club Sunday for a blast prov group from Penn State out will donate proceeds from indoor from the past. It's in the Betts at midnight ... mini golf to Operation Smile. Berlin Wall Day! Friday. $3 at the door. ArtsOn... Spotlight Perfect practice until performance GW team aims to take top spot in unique dance competition

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Practice makes perfect for the GW Raas team – at least, that is the mentality the group believes in as they prepare for a nationwide competition happening at the Lisner Auditio- rium in November. "Raas Chaos" will bring groups from around the country together to compete in an ancient style of dance Nov. 21. The 14 mem- bers of the GW team have spent the past two months trying to perfect an eight-minute piece of Western Indian-style dance. “It’s definitely a commitment, but it’s well worth it,” said Urvi Patel, a second-year mem- ber of the team. It is the ninth competition the GW South Asian Society has hosted since 2001. "It's definitely a Michelle rattinger | Assistant photo editor The event will Ben Pollack held auditions for "Children of bring schools such commitment, but Eden" earlier this week. as Columbia Uni- versity, New York it's well worth it." University and the University of Penn- Direction of biblical sylvania to Foggy Bottom to showcase Urvi Patel proportions their talents. Last Member of GW Raas year, the GW team by Amy rhodin came in second to Arts Editor Pennsylvania State University. The cast list is up and preparations “[You] feel a lot have started for Forbidden Planet of pride for your school [when performing],” said Radhika Vora, a captain of the GW group. Production’s “Children of Eden,” “[Especially when] you hear people yelling the which opens in February of next school’s name.” year. Director Benjamin Pollack, a The rehearsal process began in June and, by the middle of the summer, the group had senior who will tackle the epic mu- chosen their final music by using a local DJ to sical, gave Hatchet Arts a peek into mix traditional songs and modern dance beats. Soon after the completion of the mixtape, each why he chose this biblical experi- group set the choreography into motion ac- ence to embark on. cording to a specific theme. When the event opens, the GW team will compete against other groups vying for the Why did you choose this play? number one spot as an American champion. "Children of Eden" is an ensemble Though the group has spent up to 30 hours a show and I wanted the opportunity week in preparation this semester, there is still a lot to master before the piece is performance- francis rivera | hatchet photographer to work with a lot of people. There ready. GW Raas dancers create a unique sight as they rehearse choreography to be performed at the Raas are also a lot of opportunities to “[What’s most difficult] is not only danc- Chaos event at Lisner Auditorium later this month. ing, but the formations and originality,” said experiment with the concept, al- Patel. “Over time, the dance has become more the unique and intricate art form. lowing actors to bring a lot to the The ancient style of dance originated in the modern,” said Vora, who is also a four-year “People will be able to see how different table. western Indian state of Gujarat. For the per- veteran. South Asian dance can be,” he said. “It’s a very formance, the teams will combine the Garba The group also tries to mix the traditional high energetic cultural dance that we all take technique, in which the dancers make circular aspects with the contemporary so it’s more pride in.” What are you most looking for- motions of their arms with each movement unique, said Vora. The dance presents a mas- Raas Chaos takes place on Saturday, No- ward to in the rehearsal process? ending in a clap, and the Raas technique, in terful showcase of the old world with the new. vember 21 at 7 p.m. at Lisner Auditorium. which they perform with one or two bamboo Co-captain and choreographer Kunal Patel Tickets are available online or at the Lisner Au- The rehearsal process itself is one sticks. said he is excited to introduce his campus to ditorium box office. u of my favorite parts of working on a show. Watching people grow, learn and change throughout the process is a great experience. Sharing the spotlight with a legend Who or what inspires you? Author Margaret Atwood had GW performers participate in a reading of her work last week The people who I work with truly inspire me. They are all so good at by Shaeera Tariq reading stitched together with event. Students from the Uni- first one done at a university. what they do and we all push each Hatchet Reporter music.” versity Singers also provided The specific student perform- other to be even better. Three student actors - An- vocals. ers were chosen to perform and More than a dozen student drew Holbrook, Emily Ander- “It has been an exciting expe- directed by professors in the performers joined author Mar- son and Emily Murphy – pro- rience playing a character with the Department of Theatre and Greatest accomplishment, so far? garet Atwood onstage at Lisner vided readings for prominent little to no prior knowledge of Dance and the Department of Auditorium Friday night, dra- characters in the novel, with the characters," said Holbrook, Music Helping FPP get to where it is today matically interpreting excerpts narration provided by Atwood. before the performance. “It was a delight to work and being a part of the many posi- from her most recent novel, Between the readings by the Although Friday’s event with them,” said Atwood. tive changes that have happened “The Year of the Flood.” three senior theatre students, was the 16th in the Canadian The hymns, which were Atwood, who has won the a three-piece band, including author's global book tour, each based on events in the novel to student theatre in the past four prestigious Booker Prize and a bassist and drummer from stop has been designed differ- and had titles like, “The Peach years. written more than 40 books, de- the music department, played ently. Atwood highlighted that or Plum” and “When Adam scribed the event as “a dramatic several hymns written for the this particular event was the First,” were supplements to the dramatic readings. Orville Where do you see yourself in 10 Stoeber, who wrote the hymns, years? impressed the audience with In LA, working at a television studio. effortless falsettos and sinu- ous guitar playing. He is on tour with Atwood for the book If you were unable to do your art launch and was enthusiastic about being involved in such a anymore, what would you do? “unique” book event. Crawl into a hole and die. Atwood, who described herself as “a sinister but sweet old lady,” said the novel was What is your hidden talent? an “admittedly scary story,” I play five instruments. perfect for the night before Hal- loween. “The Year of the Flood” depicts three characters – Ren, What can always make you smile? Toby and Adam One – as they Opening night of a show – seeing struggle to live in a world rav- aged by plague. the show with an audience for the A question-and-answer first time and seeing the cast and session followed the readings, how they feel after performing in allowing Atwood to answer questions about her portrayal front of an audience for the first of religion in her works, her time. future plans and her life as an author. Audience member and se- Favorite quote from your show? nior Kathryn Cusma said she “If no outer force will show you enjoyed the inventive charac- your course, you’ll have to look teristics of the show. “I really liked the creative inside.” zachary krahmer | hatchet Photographer aspect of the show,” she said. Atwood signs copies of "The Year of the Flood" at Lisner Auditorium Friday night. “It was very entertaining.” u FiveTenTwenty A weekly entertainment guide for the cash-strapped college student. If you have Go see the premiere If you have D.C. band Le Loup If you have Peter Bjorn and of "Noises Off," per- is having a CD re- John are playing formed by the 14th lease party Nov. 7 at the 9:30 Club Grade Players Nov. 12 at the Black Cat. Nov. 7. Tickets at Lisner Downstage. Tickets are $12. are $25. $5Tickets are $5. $10 $20 Page B2 w November 5, 2009 News The GW Hatchet

CRIME LOG ent and began to curse at officers and was argumen- Attempted Threats tative. He was transported to GW Hospital after being 10/31/09 - Ivory Tower assessed. - Multiple times - Case Referred to SJS closed A female employee in the Harassment food court reported to University police that a 11/01/09 - Thurston Hall male subject, unaffiliated - 2 a.m. - Case open with GW, had been ha- A male complainant re- rassing her and other em- ported to UPD that he had ployees on a consistent left his room in Thurston basis, asking for free food. and when he came back UPD officers identified the he found empty pizza individual and barred him boxes in front of the door from campus. to his room. Someone had Subject barred from also written on his white campus board, “Fucking Pizza Bitch.” Burglary Open case 11/1/09 - Somers Hall Liquor Law Viola- (MVC) – Time unknown - tion Case closed Two complainants told 11/01/09 - Mitchell Hall UPD that they had left (7-Eleven) - 12:34 a.m. - a window to their room Case closed slightly open. When they UPD officers observed a returned they found foot- male individual who was prints near the window, in- believed to be intoxicated dicating that someone had enter 7-Eleven. The offi- come in the room through cers then saw the subject chris gregory | hatchet Staff photographer the open window. Nothing throwing up and they con- Members of the GW community view images of the day the Berlin Wall fell at an exhibit on the seventh floor of Gelman Library. The Uni- appeared to be missing, tacted EMeRG to trans- versity celebrated the anniversary of the day the Wall fell with a series of events. but Facilities was contact- port the individual to GW ed to repair the window Hospital. mechanism preventing the Referred to SJS Community remembers fall of Berlin Wall window from locking. No suspects or witnesses 11/01/09 - Thurston Hall speakers who each offered an- vironment. Suddenly we could political system. - 1:25 a.m. - Case closed Professors, ecdotes from their time spent meet politicians, ministers, and “We don’t get what life Disorderly Con- Officers observed two in- in Germany before and after call for demonstrations.” was like under constant obser- duct dividuals who were having students celebrate the Berlin Wall fell Nov. 9, 1989. After the series of reflec- vation,” Sieg said. “The things trouble swiping a GWorld Edward Larkey, a professor at tions, participants holding we take for granted are things 11/01/09 - JBKO Hall - card try to enter Thurston. 20th anniversary the University of Maryland- candles walked from the that didn’t always exist and 1:39 a.m. - Case closed The male was a guest of Baltimore County who studied church through Kogan Plaza that some people in the world A UPD officer on patrol the female individual and in East Berlin, reflected on his to Gelman Library, where an don’t have.” heard a loud noise, and was unaffiliated with GW. by Ben Fitch experience in a place once hin- exhibition of photographs and Sophomore Courtney Mill- when he went to inves- After assessing both in- Hatchet Reporter dered by economic depression propaganda posters from the er said she was fascinated by tigate he found a TV set dividuals, officers had the and social oppression. German revolution were on Monday’s service and the gal- had been thrown out of a female individual trans- Members of the GW com- “People had feelings that display. Student volunteers lery exhibition that followed. ported by EMeRG to GW munity gathered Monday night their lives were crumbling and members from the GW “I liked the fact that the in- window. The officer was at a local church to share their around them,” Larkey said. “It German Club led the proces- formation that was given was unable to determine which Hospital. stories and emotions about was very invigorating to see sion, carrying large banners personal. There were a lot of room the TV had come Referred to SJS the day the Berlin Wall fell, 20 that people wouldn’t deal with painted with red, black and different perspectives,” Miller from, but believes it was years after the historic event. the deterioration of their city yellow German writing. said. “I was surprised more thrown from JBKO. 11/01/09 - Outside The event – held at The any longer.” Junior Emily Sieg, a mem- people didn’t come... I like look- No suspects or witnesses Thurston Hall - 1:10 a.m. United Church, or Die Ver- Sebastian Gräfe, who grew ber of the German club, said ing at the photographs and the - Case closed einigte Kirche, a German church up in Leipzig, Germany, was the banners mimicked actual history behind them. It makes 11/01/09 - Fulbright Hall UPD officers on patrol on the border of GW’s campus a teenager in 1989. Gräfe said posters used by German dem- me want to know more.” - 3:18 a.m. - Case closed were approached by a wit- – commenced a weeklong se- he would join his family in onstrators 20 years ago. Sieg Gräfe, who now works for UPD officers responded ness who said his friend ries of events planned to cel- Monday night demonstrations said they tried to choose post- the Heinrich Böll Foundation to a person stuck in an was sick. Officers found ebrate the 20th anniversary of to show his opposition to the ers that fit modern themes, so promoting political educa- elevator, along with D.C. the female individual vom- the Berlin Wall’s demise, which communist regime. After the that the ideas of German revo- tion and activism worldwide, Fire/EMS who assisted in iting outside Thurston. signified the end of a repressive wall fell and the reunification lutionaries could apply to cur- ended his reflection while em- opening the elevator. While After her condition was era in German history. The cer- of Germany began in the early rent issues. The three banners phasizing how many still suf- interviewing the male in- assessed, she was trans- emony was held in the United 1990s, Gräfe said his everyday included the phrases, “Free- fer under tyrannical powers dividual who had been ported to GW Hospital. Church because it houses the life was changed in every way. dom for political prisoners!” today. stuck, officers determined Referred to SJS “oldest German-speaking con- “Suddenly a new world and “Women: Half of the world “I come into contact with that he had been drinking gregation in town,” said Pastor opened,” Gräfe said. “Sud- and half of the politics!” people [who] cannot enjoy and was underage. The –-compiled by Amy Bodo Schwabe, who delivered denly journalists seemed to be Sieg added that Monday’s freedom in their lives,” Gräfe subject became belliger- D'Onofrio a greeting at the ceremony. doing their jobs. Suddenly we event might make people more said. “The revolution isn’t over. The service featured four were able to shape our own en- appreciative of the American It still goes on.” u sometimes, it’s nice to Two assaulted at Georgetown The fourth annual be a good neighbor he was deeply saddened by vember to honor victims of Attacks said to the recent assaults. transgender crimes – to the “Our thoughts and two recent victims. be anti-gay hate prayers go out to the family Komo explained that al- and friends of these victims,” though “these crimes were he said in a phone interview not against transgender peo- crimes Tuesday night. ple, these individuals are part The executive board of of the LGBT community.” by Shannon o'Reilly Allied in Pride met Wednes- The Hoya’s editorial Hatchet Reporter day to discuss what to do board wrote Tuesday that about the two assaults. Al- the assaults of the past week The recent alleged anti- lied in Pride will consult have demonstrated that the gay assaults of two George- Georgetown University and Georgetown University’s town University students has the Metropolitan Police De- efforts to make the LGBTQ stirred both the Georgetown partment's Gay and Lesbian community feel secure have and GW LGBTQ communi- Liaison Unit before taking “come up short.” ties and raised questions action, Komo said. Komo said he was pleased Wake up. Shower. over whether gay, lesbian, “We want to make sure with the way GW has treated bi-sexual, and transgender that these assaults were ac- the LGBTQ community. students are safe. tual hate crimes,” he said “We have been fortunate Help your community. Around 200 people at- Tuesday. “We don’t want to tended a vigil in support of act preemptively.” the victims on Monday night A statement from MPD "We have been in Georgetown’s Red Square, spokeswoman Traci Hughes THE SIXTH ANNUAL and students had gathered says the investigation into fortunate that we there Sunday evening to the incidents is ongoing and protest the reported assaults asks anyone with informa- haven’t seen hate over the past week. tion about the cases to come The Foggy Bottom The victims include a fe- forward. crimes at GW. For male student harassed and “The GLLU is also work- assaulted last Tuesday while ing closely with Georgetown that, I am thankful." wearing a T-shirt supporting DPS, student groups, faculty gay rights. and administration in order Michael komo Georgetown’s Depart- to return a sense of safety to President of Allied in Pride ment of Public Safety catego- the campus. We are develop- rized the crime as a “Hate or ing a number of safety semi- Cleanup Bias Related Incident.” nars geared towards person- that we haven’t seen hate The second alleged vic- al safety, assault prevention crimes at GW. For that, I am tim is a male student who and incident and crime re- thankful.” was walking near 36th and N porting,” the statement said. Komo attributes the re- streets when he was assault- Patrols by the GLLU and duction of hate crimes and Join students and staff in giving ed early Sunday morning by Second District officers will their likelihood at GW to an unknown male in an act be increased in the area of institutions like 4-RIDE and believed to be motivated by Georgetown University as the University Police Depart- back to our surrounding anti-gay bias. well. ment. Allied in Pride also has The suspect reportedly “These assaults, on or off a contact within UPD and neighborhood. asked the victim several campus, are a serious con- MPD’s GLLU, Komo said. times, “Are you a homo?” cern for us. We will do every- “We have worked with and then fled the scene af- thing in our power to bring them and will continue to ter physically assaulting the those responsible to justice. work with them in order to Free pizza will be provided! victim, according to a DPS We have aggressive laws in both educate people on the for further information or questions: report. the District to prosecute hate issue of hate crimes and to The editorial board of crimes to the fullest extent of prevent them at the same [email protected] Georgetown’s student news- the law and we intend to use time,” Komo said in an e- paper, The Hoya, called the them,” MPD Chief Cathy La- mail. attacks “a disappointing nier said in a statement. With the recent assaults Sun Nov. 8th wake-up call for us” in a re- Allied in Pride plans to at Georgetown, Komo said, cent editorial. vote on dedicating Trans Day “People are now more aware Michael Komo, president of Remembrance – a candle- of the issue if they weren’t al- | Kogan Plaza - 10am of Allied in Pride at GW, said light vigil held every No- ready.” u

We are continuously making dence, the front door was not adjustments to where we are, working properly and security SeCurity what we’re focusing on and was posted at the location until from p. A1 what’s happening in the com- the door was repaired, Stafford “security presence” and will munity.” said. remain there for “the foresee- Stafford also said some of “So our security on any able future.” the more visible on-campus given day, we’re addressing “We’re evaluating on a changes, including an em- numerous issues, including week-to-week basis,” Stafford ployee checking Gworlds in special events on campus, in- said. “They’re not going to stop the lobby of Munson Hall last cidents that occur on campus, and ID students. But again, that week, are in response to secu- and those types of facilities is- could change in three hours. rity issues. In that specific inci- sues that arise,” Stafford said. The GW Hatchet News November 5, 2009 w Page B3

sues holding the store back FOBOGRO from opening was whether In that plan, students are think there have been any if more students attend than the store could legally oper- Enrollment required to spend part of decisions yet,” O’Neil said. the University planned. from p. A1 ate. Hart said Kahlow had from p. A1 their tenure at Dartmouth She added, “There has The method of counting testified at the last status on leave from the universi- long been a discussion in students has been a point 21, 2008, so we already had hearing Oct. 28 that the store the full-time equivalent cap, ty, either abroad or in some how to best use the Virginia of contention between the the approvals,” Hart said. did not have a certificate of which limits Foggy Bottom other capacity. campus.” Foggy Bottom Association “But a couple of community occupancy. to 16,553 full-time or full- GW has also looked in Enrollment caps be- and the University. When members tried to get really “Her standing and her time equivalent students, the past to “balance out” its come an issue particularly the Zoning Commission ap- loud and really protest us, basis for arguing against our who are “a fraction of part- study abroad numbers by at times when GW sees proved GW’s campus plan so we submitted basically a liquor license transfer was time students” based on encouraging more students more students accept their and passed the caps, the briefing to DCRA. Basically the fact that we didn’t le- credit counts, the report to go abroad in the fall se- admissions offers. This fall, association filed an appeal they issued us a certificate in gally occupy the space. Now states. mester, said Senior Associ- for example, University offi- against the Zoning Com- the last certificate’s place.” that issue is cleared up, the Deputy General Counsel ate Vice President for Opera- cials thought more students mission's decision. That certificate should zoning administration has Charles Barber said the D.C. tions Alicia O’Neil. Another would decide mid-summer Barber said he listened help them on Dec. 9 when chimed in and that’s done,” Zoning Commission has option is to move programs to not attend GW because of to the Foggy Bottom As- Hart and his team will sit Hart said. only generally addressed from the Foggy Bottom cam- the recession, but instead a sociation’s “theory of the down for a third time with Hart and his team, which what the punishments for pus to the Mount Vernon or record number of students world” and said of the WECA to negotiate the consists of 2006 GW alumnus GW would be if the Univer- Virginia campuses. The fo- accepted and stayed. group, “They want to count store’s operating hours, an Devlin Keating and junior sity exceeds either cap, but rensic science department This high yield scares everyone who steps foot on integral part of getting a Daniel Blake, hope to keep Barber said fines or the de- was moved to the Mount Asher Corson, an Advisory the campus.” liquor license. Due to con- the store open from from 7 nial of future building per- Vernon campus earlier this Neighborhood Commis- Corson said the enroll- struction, zoning and me- to 2 a.m. on weeknights and mits could occur. year, Knapp said. sion 2A commissioner and ment cap comes down to a diation issues, the store, until 3 a.m. on weekends, At the board meeting, While no definite plans president of the Foggy Bot- “quality of life” issue. previously set to open in hours that Kahlow has said Knapp said the Univer- have been set, Barber and tom Association. Corson, “We are protecting our November, will instead be will be disruptive to the sity plans to look at ways O’Neil said the University who is also an alumnus of quality of life, more stu- open for the second semes- neighborhood. to slightly manipulate the is brainstorming ways to the University, said he does dents mean noise, traffic ter, Hart said. Hart said the legal battle count of students at Foggy further rearrange Foggy not believe GW would “ma- and more people in Foggy “The only reason we has taken a toll on the team’s Bottom, thus enabling the Bottom enrollment and pro- liciously” go over the cap Bottom,” Corson said. “For were behind was that it took preparations. University to admit more grams. but believes the method of the people in the neighbor- us a long time to get to the “I want to work with students each year. “In terms of moving counting “does not reflect hood, it does not matter point where [we were ready Ms. Kahlow, but when she One model mentioned is programs, it's being con- reality.” if students are taking one to renovate], and then we decides she’s against some- the “D-Plan,” which is Dart- sidered. In terms of where Corson said GW might class or four, they are still were reticent to finish up our thing, she’s really strong mouth University’s model. and when and how, I don’t accidentally exceed its cap on campus.” u work until we clarified with about her perspectives,” the D.C. government that Hart said. “The most frus- all the permits that we had trating part is here we are and what the business was wanting to focus on the busi- doing we could continue to ness. We want to focus on do,” Hart said. “We’re meet- hiring employees, we want ing with the contractors to- to focus on having products, morrow morning and going we want to focus on mar- from there we’ll have a real keting and instead we find good sense of the timeline.” ourselves down at the D.C. Hart said one of the is- government.” u

official role,” Katz said. “And Diane Knapp has an official KNAPP role.” from p. A1 Fain said he thinks the is- sue of the involvement of a Porter said Mrs. Knapp president’s wife at a univer- travels with President Knapp sity is a controversial one and when the nature of the events a subject that can “get [a uni- scheduled require her pres- versity] in trouble.” ence, and added that Mrs. “The question of what’s Knapp’s responsibilities on the appropriate is where the issues trips are to “meet with alumni, gets muddled,” Fain said. parents and their families as a Porter said Mrs. Knapp is part of connecting with GW’s also involved in fundraising lifelong and worldwide com- on campus. munity.” “Diane serves as co-host of “Diane Robinson Knapp events at the F Street House,” is a dietitian/nutritionist by Porter said, referring to the training and a sheep farmer Knapp residence near Thur- by surprise,” Porter said. “She ston Hall. Porter added that engages in all activities solely Mrs. Knapp “participates in as a volunteer.” the majority, although not all, Mrs. Knapp did not com- of the events at the house.” ment for this story. Raymond Cotton, a law- Katz said it is “very com- yer at Mintz Levin law firm mon” for wives of university in D.C. who specializes in presidents to receive compen- drafting contracts for univer- sation for their time hosting sity presidents, said not all events and playing a diplo- universities reimburse their matic role alongside their hus- president's spouse for travel bands. expenses. Nearly 24 percent of uni- In cases in which the uni- versity presidents’ spouses versity does compensate the say they receive some form spouse, Cotton said he “rec- of compensation from their ommends that the board chair university, according to an ar- reviews the president’s and ticle published last year in the the spouse’s expense account Chronicle of Higher Educa- every six months,” to prevent tion. illegitimate use of the univer- Paul Fain, a reporter who sity’s funds. Cotton said the specializes in covering univer- spouse of a university should sity presidents at The Chroni- only get involved in official cle, agreed with Katz. events when it is “beneficial to “Generally, college presi- the university.” dents’ spouses are involved in President Knapp added fundraising much more than that without Mrs. Knapp's they used to be,” Fain said. support, his job would be “Some even receive salaries to much more difficult. ‘wine and dine.’ ” “I feel very fortunate, and Katz compared Mrs. the University is also fortu- Knapp’s role at the Univer- nate, in my humble opinion, sity to that of the first lady of to have someone like her serv- the United States, Michelle ing it in a volunteer capacity,” Obama. Knapp said. “Michelle Obama is not –Emily Cahn contributed to paid anything, but she has an this report. Page B4 w November 5, 2009 News The GW Hatchet Officials face questions about Univ. policies, student rights

sarily result in suspension. Students question Associate Director of SJS Gabriel Slifka agreed with hazing, amnesty, Bean. “We want you to have a good environment here NROTC policies on campus that is safe, and so that every single person by Ana buling is OK the next day,” Slifka Hatchet Reporter said. “But to tell you the truth, you’re the ones that Members of the Greek- are the decision makers, letter community gathered because we can only put in the Marvin Center Mon- out so much education and day night to ask pointed only offer the opportunities questions to leaders of Uni- for you to make those deci- versity departments about sions... You need to decide, student rights and respon- as individuals, as an organi- sibilities. zation, and as a community Students at the event ad- what you are going to allow dressed panelists from the on our campus.” Center for Alcohol and Drug Sigma Kappa and Phi Education, Student Judicial Kappa Psi sponsored the Services and the University event, and many of the at- Police Department, among tendees were new members others. Attendees were can- of Greek-letter organiza- did about a variety of sub- tions. Slifka addressed haz- jects, from underage drink- ing policies on campus, and ing to the contradictions said GW enforces a strict between GW’s non-discrim- “no tolerance” policy to- ination policy and the GW ward hazing. chapter of NROTC. “As a new member you “What if the second have a responsibility that time you are really sick, you do not carry on any and you know that if you traditions that may be nega- call EMeRG, you may be tive, because hazing is cycli- suspended?” one audience cal,” Slifka said. member asked, referring to The most controversial the alcohol amnesty policy. question of the night was “So you don’t call and some- posed to the representative Francis Rivera | Hatchet photographer thing happens. Isn’t there a from the LGBT Resource Representatives of the University Police Department, Student Judicial Services and the Center for Alcohol and Drug Education fielded ques- problem with that?” Center. tions from students Monday night as part of a discussion about student rights and responsibilities. Assistant Director A student in the audi- of CADE Katie Bean re- ence asked, “If the Univer- “That is definitely a Sophomore Daniel Reef, in their rights on campus. said. sponded, saying each case sity bans hazing, why does sticky subject,” replied Josh one of the event’s organizers “We want to promote Junior Betsy Luxenberg, is looked at individually. the ROTC program not have Bartell, the resource center’s and recruitment chair for Phi Greek life in general as well president of Sigma Kappa, She said CADE is “look- to abide by this rule in re- assistant program coordina- Kappa Psi, said his fraterni- as downplay some of the echoed Reef’s sentiments. ing for patterns of behavior gards to being gay or les- tor. “It is the policy of the ty and Sigma Kappa geared negative connotations [as- “We want to give them that show that the student bian?” University to allow the U.S. the event toward new mem- sociated with it], hopefully all the resources and infor- is making numerous deci- Last year, a student was military to follow their own bers of Greek-letter organi- building a better connection mation possible,” Luxenberg sions that are unhealthy and removed from GW’s Navy guidelines, and that’s the zations, most of whom are between the administration said, referring to members unsafe,” and therefore a sec- Reserve Officers’ Training stance the University has on freshmen and sophomores and Greek life as well as the of the Greek-letter commu- ond offense may not neces- Corps for being gay. that, unfortunately.” who may not be fully versed students in general,” Reef nity. u Community group launches retail survey

Residents call for ers effectively within the veyed mentioned the need able online until Friday — neighborhood”, said Greg for another grocer besides by early January, and com- Snyder, chairman of the Trader Joe’s in Foggy Bot- pile the data and present lower-cost shops, Committee for Foggy Bot- tom. Attendees also ex- it to various organizations tom and West End Neigh- pressed enthusiasm about including the Washington eateries borhood Retail. the prospect of a grocery D.C. Economic Partnership, The Foggy Bottom As- store to be included in the the Foggy Bottom Associa- sociation chartered the upcoming Square 54. tion, the Advisory Neigh- by Ariel Feldman committee earlier this year The second-largest con- borhood Commission, and Hatchet Reporter to gather input from the cern among the surveyed the D.C. Mayor’s office. community on its prefer- Foggy Bottom and West The committee hopes to Foggy Bottom residents ences for the future de- End residents was over the partner with various local are hungry – for a place to velopment of retail goods lack of mid-priced casual organizations to improve buy groceries. and service offerings in the eateries. Also discussed the retail atmosphere of Community members area, according to a news was the need for additional Foggy Bottom and West expressed their desire for release about the meeting. service retailers such as nail End, and to better market a new supermarket and The survey comes as salons, yoga studios and and promote already exist- other retail options, like the retail fates of several pet care/supply shops. ing retailers in the area to casual restaurants and nail development projects, in- A few residents voiced increase consumerism. salons, as part of a commu- cluding the Stevens School their desire for a “nice hair In response to com- nity poll held online over site, the West End Library salon” in Foggy Bottom, ments about the state of the summer. The results of and Square 54 are in vari- but many sought other mid the economy and the diffi- the consumer-retail survey ous stages of development. to low-level priced ser- culty of adding new retail were explained at a com- The most popular re- vices, including a Curves at a time when retail areas, munity meeting Tuesday. quest put forth by the sur- health studio and “afford- including The Shops at “Our mission is to vey was the addition of a able yoga classes.” 2000 Penn, have vacancies, Rachel Krausman | Hatchet photographer create a long-term retail- conveniently located gro- The committee plans to Greg Snyder said, “We’re At a Foggy Bottom Association meeting Tuesday, Greg Snyder discusses ing development plan as cery store. A total of 122 finalize the survey results just trying to be proactive details of a community survey on retail options in the area. well as market area retail- people out of the 233 sur- — which will remain avail- here.” u Blackboard hopes to take suit to high court

communication features, Company claims and other course-related materials. The University has used Blackboard since patent was 2003. On Oct. 13, the Federal infringed upon Circuit Court of Appeals denied Blackboard’s request by Andrea vittorio to rehear the case, prompt- Hatchet Reporter ing the company to appeal to the Supreme Court in- Blackboard, the com- stead. pany behind GW’s online Small said there are ad- course management system, ditional suits pending in hopes to take a lawsuit it Texas. filed against a similar aca- “All of these actions are demic software company for part of the existing process patent infringement all the underway to resolve our in- way to the Supreme Court. tellectual property disagree- Earlier this year, a U.S. ment with Desire2Learn, a Court of Appeals found in process that has many steps favor of Ontario-based com- and can take a significant pany Desire2Learn, which amount of time to resolve,” sold a similar online ser- Small said. vice to universities in Texas. A GW law professor, Blackboard must file its ap- however, expressed doubt peal within 90 days of Oct. over the case being heard. 13 to be considered for Su- “You can never tell preme Court review. what the Supreme Court “As a matter of routine, will do, but if you had to Blackboard will continue wager your money, I would appeals of the latest deci- wager that it will not take sion in the case until the ap- up the case,” said Gregory peals process is resolved,” Dolin, a visiting profes- Blackboard Chief Business sor and an administrative Officer Matthew Small said fellow in the law school’s in an e-mail. intellectual property pro- In February 2008, Black- gram. board collected $3 million The Supreme Court re- in damages in a lawsuit in ceives about 8,000 petitions U.S. District Court against for review per year and only Desire2Learn. But the U.S. grants about 80, so the like- Court of Appeals for the lihood of Blackboard’s case Federal Circuit reversed the reaching the court is only 1 decision in July 2009, invali- percent, Dolin said. dating 38 of Blackboard’s 44 To warrant Supreme patent claims. Court attention, the case Blackboard’s program would have to raise serious allows professors to pro- questions about the implica- vide students with syllabi, tion of facts – in this case pat- assignments, assessments, ents – to law, Dolin said. u The GW Hatchet Classifieds November 5, 2009 w Page B5 GWMa r k e t p l a c e www.gwmarketplace.com (202) 994-7079 | [email protected]

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Upcoming Games Women's basketball enlists male help by Dan Greene varsity basketball in high school, Men's basketball Sports Editor bringing them back to an orderly vs. West Georgia (exhibition) version of a game they love. Sam Sternberg is a senior “Part of what I like about it is Smith Center majoring in computer science, there are people who are focused Saturday, 1 p.m. balancing his coursework with re- on it, who have learned to play sponsibilities to the Phi Kappa Psi basketball the right way,” Hill said. fraternity, GW’s men’s basketball “It’s serious and it’s organized and club team and part-time work at that’s what kind of drew me to it.” Men's soccer the U.S. Department of the Trea- Sternberg called playing with vs. Rhode Island sury. Now he has a new commit- the team “a good workout,” and ment on his plate: practicing with said he likes playing at Smith Cen- Mount Vernon Athletic the GW women’s basketball team. ter, but the perks don’t stop there. Complex Sternberg is one of seven male Hill said head coach Mike Boze- undergraduate students participat- man was adamant about giving Friday, 2 p.m. ing in practices with the Colonials the practice players sneakers and this season as part of a plan cre- much of the same practice apparel ated and implemented by assistant the team wears. vs. Massachusetts coach Katie Rokus. “They’re really appreciative, “If you look at our roster, which is nice,” Hill said. “(Bozem- Mount Vernon Athletic you’ll see that we’re limited in an) doesn’t have to do that, so I’m Complex numbers and we’re young,” happy with it.” Rokus said, referring to the While Rokus said that the prac- Sunday, 1 p.m team’s 11-player roster featuring tice players are considered a part 10 underclassmen. “We felt that of the team, the advantages aren’t with the numbers that we had unlimited. Sternberg, for example, Women's volleyball heading into the year, if we had pointed out that the practice play- any injuries, we might not have a ers won’t be traveling with the Co- vs. Duquesne full 10 to practice.” lonials to Grand Bahama Island for Smith Center To remedy this problem, Rokus the Junkanoo Jam Nov. 27-28. first enlisted the team itself to do “I was trying to push that,” Friday, 7 p.m. some recruiting, having them ask Sternberg said. “You gotta practice male players they knew from pickup in the Bahamas. Who’s gonna be games at HelWell – such as Sternberg there?” vs. Charlotte – if they wanted to take part. The program is not entirely Smith Center After this original search, new, having been used by Boze- Rokus sent a blast e-mail to the stu- man’s predecessor, Joe McKeown, Sunday, 1 p.m. dent body that turned up roughly at times during his 19-year tenure 50 more candidates, half of whom in Foggy Bottom. The NCAA came were ruled out for being freshmen out with a recommendation against Men's squash or graduate students, which would the use of male practice players in complicate the process of having Gina Orlando | Hatchet photographer 2006, leading many schools to stop vs. Georgetown them cleared by the NCAA. The Sophomore Kay-Kay Allums, left, dribbles against male practice player using them. Friday, 5 p.m. remaining candidates were even- Rashied Bennett. Seven men practice with the women's basketball team. Many of the larger programs, tually narrowed down and put however, continued the practice through the same NCAA clear- fensive and defensive sets against leticism. It’s a different quickness. nonetheless. inghouse that must approve all players other than themselves, and It just gives them a different look, “At Tennessee, it’s an honor Swimming student-athletes’ eligibility. ensuring there are enough bodies which is better for us.” to be part of that squad,” Rokus Now a crop of seven takes part to do so. It’s not just the team benefit- said. “We want to build it up to at Drexel with Villanova in practice whenever their sched- “Having the guys just gives ing. Both Sternberg and Chester that tradition where people get Philadelphia, Pa. ules permit, giving the women’s you a different feel in practice,” Hill, a junior practice player, said it excited about it and people are u Saturday, 1 p.m. team an opportunity to work on of- Rokus said. “It’s a different ath- reminds them of their time playing contacting us.”

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