INSIDE THIS ISSUE NEWS FEATURES SPORTS Dwyer "walks the walk" at Saint Xavier

By Christina Cucci we were talking about the idea of having Deputy News Editor SXU students meet the President, just like she had met previously with faculty and Last Friday, Sigma Tau Delta National En­ staff. The officers were really excited about glish Honor Society held a meet-and-greet it and they brought it to the attention of Dean ceremony for Saint Xavier University's new John Pelrine who I guess had somewhat of President from 2:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. in Saint the same idea. He told us that our new Presi­ Xavier's Butler (Main) Reception Room. dent was very interested in student involve­ SXU cordially invited and welcomed all ment and this would be the best way to meet members of the student body to an overall us. Hopefully, we can have more of these invigorating introduction and reception for meetings with her, more periodically in the our new President, Dr. Judith A. Dwyer. future, because it was a very enlightening experience." The event commenced after students signed ^L ' in and created name-tags for themselves, Junior, Kathleen Mesterharm, Sigma's vice- 1^1 demonstrating yet again that positive Saint president was also excited about the student Xavier touch of making all people feel wel­ attendance as well as their participation at come and important at such receptive events. this conversational reception, "I was pleas­ Not to mention, this reception satisfied the antly surprised at the turnout and the ques­ SXU tradition of preparing simply delicious tions people were asking the President. food to entertain our taste buds while min­ People took the time out of their day, espe­ gling with our fellow colleagues and a hand­ cially on a Friday, and were so enthusiastic ful of Student Life staff before the more for­ about it. It was really great! I'm sure we'll mal question-and-answer period began. All have more of these, and even more students in all, the food was great and the presenta­ can make it out too." tion to follow would soon consume us all. Dr. Dwyer answers questions from the students on Friday October 24th. (Photo - The Xavierite). During this presentation, we learned Dr. ings when possible to promote some of your Participation is a key way to get people in­ Allison Fagan, a senior at SXU and also the Dwyer's ongoing plan for success; "I plan concerns. volved. I also see lots of dedicated men and president of the hosting Sigma Tau Delta to see Saint Xavier among the top universi­ women who are highly professional, highly NEHS gave a pleasantly open-ended intro­ ties in the Midwest. We're going to con­ "I encourage all of you to help strategically qualified, a real great team who want to duction which allowed for President Dwyer tinue to enhance levels of quality of the pro­ with Dr. Thomas Murphy and his great team. make Saint Xavier so positive for everyone." to share her own career path, background, fessors, students, and programs that I see at As far as recruiting goes, however, by your and future aspirations for the SXU commu­ Saint Xavier University. This is a very fine own word of mouth, student-to-student is SXU senior, Rami Tadros was unquestion­ nity, as well as opening the rest of the time university. As far as visibility is concerned, the best way to get the word out. Also, ably motivated by Dr. Dwyer's words when for student inquiry and input. Later, speak­ I personally plan to continue meeting with through our student-run newspaper and ra­ he said, "Students having the opportunity ing with Allison, she explained how this stu­ key political and civic leaders in our com­ dio station, which broadcasts to a million dent-only meeting with the President came munity, promote big speakers more regu­ people, that's quite a compliment, both have to be; "Sigma Tau Delta had a meeting and larly, and attend student organization meet- plenty of options for students to speak out. 'Dwyer" continued on page 2 CMENC Halloween Bash a monstrous success

By Becky Hicks vices, and far-reaching professional and News Editor public health education.

On Saturday, October 25, CMENC, the Muscular dystrophy is a disease in which Saint Xavier University Music Department, muscles of the body get weaker and weaker and some of their famous friends, put on and may slowly stop working. Some people their third annual Halloween Benefit Con­ with MD also have problems with the mem­ cert. Willy Wonka, Sleeping Beauty, The branes around their muscles. The mem­ Scarecrow and The Mad Scientist were just branes surround the muscles like protective some of the celebrity guests who helped containers and they hold the muscles to­ raise money. gether so they can work. The muscles and membranes need many different kinds of The celebrities sang, played music, danced proteins to stay healthy. Without these pro­ the Monster Mash, and then had a costume teins, the membranes may develop holes and parade for the over 40 children. This year, break. Once that happens, it is easier for the CMENC raised $845 for The Muscular muscle fibers to become damaged. Once the Dystrophy Association, a jump from last muscle fibers are damaged, people with years' $746. muscular dystrophy begin to have problems with the way their bodies work. Beth Ott, CMENC President said, "I was very pleased with the turnout for the con­ There are different types of muscular dys­ cert. So many children came and we all had trophy. In some types, muscle problems ap­ a great time. I can't wait to do it all again pear when the person is very young. With next year." other types, symptoms of muscular dystro­ phy may start later, sometimes not until the The Muscular Dystrophy Association is a person is an adult. voluntary health agency, a dedicated part­ nership between scientists and concerned Most kids with muscular dystrophy have citizens aimed at conquering neuromuscu­ Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Kids with lar diseases that affect more than a million Duchenne muscular dystrophy look and act Americans. just like other kids when they are bom and when they are small babies. MDA combats neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, "MD" continued on page 2 comprehensive medical and community ser­ COUGAR BITES NEWS SHORTS Chicago Community Center celebrates a thirty-year tradition • Interested in pursuing graduate stud­ By Marty Fleming the festival was also designed to get more ies? Twenty-two local University Ad­ News Contributor people to walk through the front doors of By embracing its own culture, the Pilsen missions Representatives are currently Casa Aztlan, painted in the style of the re­ community that embraces Casa Aztlan cries visiting SXU's Main Reception Room As an English and Spanish major at Saint nowned Mexican muralists with figures of out against oppression with a voice that will today from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. for the Xavier, I have become involved with CAS A key historical Mexican and Latin American not be silenced just as their strong sense of Graduate/Professional School Fair AZTLAN, an organization that deals with figures, either in the capacity of volunteers cultural heritage will not be erased, assimi­ sponsored by Counseling & Career Ser­ issues such as immigration rights and edu­ or students of the center. lated or forgotten. With immigrant rights vices. www.sxu.edu/career cation of immigrants here in Chicago. being such an important part of the political struggles in Chicago, Casa Aztlan indeed • McDonough Chapel is holding an This past weekend marked the 13th annual plays a central role. Autumn Communal Reconciliation Ser­ "Viva Aztlan" festival in Pilsen, Chicago's vice this afternoon at 4:45 p.m. Come portal neighborhood for many newly ar­ Carlos Arango, director of the center, insists pray for tranquility throughout the land rived Hispanic immigrants, by the major­ that culture preservation and much-needed as we enter this season of thanksgiving. ity of Mexican descent. public aid are the tenets that form the foun­ dation of the center. "Since its formation • Saint Xavier University's Center for Taking place at a community center de­ Casa Aztlan offers education, culture and Religion and Public Discourse will host voted to the rights, education, and public leadership development. Casa Aztlan sup­ a lecture, "Center Your Self in the Pub­ aid of the increasingly growing numbers ports an agenda that provides full rights for lic Life" with former Illinois Governor, of Chicago's Mexican immigrant commu­ all immigrants. Currently Casa Aztlan is the Jim Edgar at 7:00 p.m. in McGuire Hall. nity, events revolved around traditional leading force in the struggle for a driver li­ Mexican dances, food, and musical perfor­ cense for undocumented workers to have • Celebrate the opening of the Orland mances. safe roads in the state of Illinois," explains Park Campus on Thursday, October 30th. Arango. Transportation will be provided from Although the three-day festival (October the Main Campus various times 10, 11, and 12) took place perfectly situ­ Education is the great developing force in throughout the day. Tour inside SXU's ated within Hispanic culture and heritage the empowerment of struggling immigrants. stunning new facility, as well as its sur­ month, it also had a couple of more practi­ Most importantly, with its many education rounding outdoor natural beauty. For cal objectives. Many of the donations, programs, Casa Aztlan always encourages more info, mail to: [email protected] which included food from Los Comales volunteer participation as well as any finan­ Mexican restaurant, a pair of Mexicana air­ (Photo: www.neiu.edu/-casaaztl/Main.htm) cial donations. • Tomorrow night, "get freaky" with line tickets for raffle, and International Residential Life, The Xavierite, and Records' electronic equipment, were all in Mr. Arango maintains that as long as the WXAV at 9:00 p.m. in Regina Hall for an effort to raise the sum of money neces­ The real treasure of Casa Aztlan is the wealth community looks not only to its cultural a Halloween Costume Party/Dance. sary to pay Casa Aztlan's gas bill for the of cultural heritage that it stands for. roots, but also the hope of a brighter future, Whether you'll be chillin' like a villain, winter months ahead. This would enable Casa Aztlan, along with its annual festival, dancin' like a queen, or eating like a... the center to continue doing what it has been The preservation of this Mexican heritage "Viva Aztlan," will continue to be a corner­ cow after trick-or-treating, this mash is doing for over thirty years: offering services is the same motivation that supplies the cen­ stone of Chicago in the struggle towards sure to be simply spooktacular! such as computer classes, after-school pro­ ter with its fervent defense for Immigrant unity in the name of culture and humanity. grams, and English classes. Apart from this, rights. • Special Guest Artist, Richard Kennedy will be performing on Friday, October 31st in McGuire Hall at 7:30 Don't forget to come to the Halloween Costume Party tomorrow In Regina Hall at 9:30! p.m. Come relax after weeks of finals It's going to be a spooktacular event! to the magnificent sounds of a tenor voice and his accompanist, Steven phy may not have problems until they are Smith. General admission is $6; $5 for "Dwyer" continued from page 1 "MD" continued from page 1 teenagers or adults. It takes a long time for visiting students and senior citizens; and their muscles to become weak. Usually only free for SXU students, faculty, and staff. to enhance their collegiate experience is truly When they are between 2 and 6 years old, a milestone. Our new President is aware of though, the muscles in their arms, legs, and boys get Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy. • "Discover Your Future" on Monday, the importance of student involvement. A pelvis (the lower part of the abdomen) be­ November 3rd. SXU is proud to host its university is only as important as the indi­ gin to grow weaker. This weakness makes For more information about Muscular Dys­ First Annual Career Fair, sponsored by vidual students who attend it. I feel Saint it hard for kids with Duchenne to walk. They trophy, go to www.mdausa.org, or for in­ Counseling & Career Services from Xavier University has provided an indis­ can't lift a spoon or fork up to their mouths formation on medical services available 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the SXU Din­ pensable scaffolding for education. Our to eat. They may have trouble breathing. through the MDA clinic, support groups, ing Hall Atrium. Stop by and possibly President's goal to make our university more summer camp, or other services for people meet up with the profession of your visible will allow many high school and Another kind of muscular dystrophy is and families affected by a neuromuscular dreams, www.sxu.edulcareer transfer students the opportunity to attend a called Becker muscular dystrophy. It is very wonderful academic institution. President similar to Duchenne, except the difference disease in MDA's program, please call: 312.254.0632 • On Tuesday, November 4'\ Dr. Gina Dwyer can be described as motivated, is that kids with Becker muscular dystro- Rosetti, Department of English and For­ knowledgeable, personable, and patient. n eign Languages, will present Food For Also, Chicago is a political city, and Presi­ Thought: Jack London's Valley of the dent Dwyer has taken the initiative to speak Moon in the Main Reception Room with local mayors and other political figures, from 12:30 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. which can only lead to improvements at SXU in the long-run." • SAB's Murder Mystery Night/Din­ ner is on Tuesday, November 4,h in the After Dr. Dwyer's presentation was com­ Main Reception Room at 6:00 p.m- 9:00 plete, she offered a refreshing reply as to why p.m. Tickets are $8 each; $10 for non- she considered this reception to be neces­ SXU folk. Has anyone ever told you to sary; "It is very important to me that I have "get a clue"? Well, here's your chance the opportunity of getting to know the stu­ to see if you can solve, "who done it?" dents, and really learn from their questions and insights. This event was one way to • McDonough Chapel is holding an All achieve this relationship early on in my ten­ Souls' Day Mass on Wednesday, Octo­ ure as President. As far as my favorite thing ber 5,h at 4:45 p.m. Pray for peace of about Saint Xavier University; it is the gra- soul and good will towards others dur­ ciousness and energy of the community it­ ing this special evening liturgy. self. My favorite aspect of my profession is getting to know the people here in the com­ Students perform music from "Halloween" (Photo - The Xavierite) • On Friday, November 7th, the SXU munity and having the opportunity to serve Jazz Ensemble will be performing in it." Upcoming Music Department Events: McGuire Hall. For questions or comments regarding this • On Monday, November 10lh, Cynthia event, report to the Student Services Office November: 7 - University Jazz Ensemble, McGuire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Grobmeier, Department of Communi­ (L208) or call 773.298.3121 for more infor­ 16 - University Orchestra, Old Gym, 3 p.m. cation (11 a.m.- 12 p.m) will speak mation. about Creating Powerpoint Presenta­ 22 - University Chamber Singers & Women's Ensemble, tions; and the University Writing Coun­ "University education is a privilege. Most Old Gym, 7:30 p.m. cil (3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m) will present Edit people you think of, if you think globally, 23 - University Concert Band, McGuire Hall, 3 p.m. no More: Evaluating Student Writing. do not have that opportunity, that access, that voice." said Dwyer. Page 3 The Xavierite Wednesday, October 29, 2003 Photo Contest: Barbie leads girls' beliefs of self-image Chicago festivals By Patrick Matthews upon as a horde of demons trying to subdue weren't pretty at all then you wouldn't have By Lubna Akkawi Deputy News Editor the youth of the country. What made Barbie any friends. This has been a consistent ar­ News Correspondent so unique was that it was marketed directly gument for why the doll shouldn't be mar­ On October 22, the Women and Gender to children through the television. keted towards children. It was said to cre­ Have you ever taken a picture and thought Studies group hosted "Barbie Nation: an ate a con­ that it was the best picture you have ever Uncensored Tour." The event consisted of Barbie scious im­ taken with a disposable camera you bought the showing of the "Barbie Nation" docu­ has been age of what at the local drug store? If you have any pic­ mentary created in 1997, which shows the some­ a woman is tures of Chicago that fit any of these descrip­ interpretations and cultural effects of the in­ times supposed to tions, you must enter the Chicago Festivals famous doll, and the event also featured a been look like at Photo Contest. discussion on the doll. blamed adoles­ for eating cence. It This contest is held annually by the Mar­ The Barbie doll was originally put on disorders some what keting and Public Relations Departments. shelves at Toy Stores in 1959 and was cre­ in young was what Students and alumni are welcome to submit ated by Ruth and Elliot Handler, who origi­ women, Ruth had in­ as many entries that resonate any "Chicago nally were the founders of Mattel Toys. for ex­ tended for Festival" whether in color or black and Barbie was introduced at the American Toy ample, in the purpose white. Festivals may include Cinco de Mayo Fair in New York City in February on 1959. the docu­ of the doll, parade, Taste of Chicago, Venetian Night, Ruth started the doll originally as a way for mentary a but it was or the Chicago Marathon. Not only can these which teenage girls to become more ac­ women seen as a photos be a part of your portfolio, but the quainted with their breasts. The doll's pre­ who was sexist and top 10 winners receive cash prizes. decessor, named Lulu, was crafted in Ger­ bulimic almost bla­ many after World War II for German men claimed Dr. Kathleen Alaimo hosted the event. (Photo - The Xavierite) tant attempt "All of the photos submitted are very high to grope in bars and hang from rear views that it was caused by looking at the tall to corrupt young girls into creating a facade quality and everyone receives compliments inside automobiles. Lulu was basically used skinny doll over and over. The women for what they should grow up to become. for their hard work," says Carolyn O'Brien, for male pleasure rather then for the use of wanted to become a model but she was told Marketing and Public Relations Coordina­ young girls. she wasn't slender enough to do it. She be­ Ruth eventually lost control of Mattel in the tor. "This is also a great way to enhance your gan the bulimic ritual of vomiting her food 1970s due to falsification of financial earn­ own portfolio." Ruth and her husband Elliot were both very three times a day. She eventually recovered ings when her stocks began to crumble. She poor when they started the Mattel company, and now takes photographs of Barbie dolls was pushed out and the company went on Last year's contest gathered more than 100 however, that would not remain so as the for a living. without her. Ruth was diagnosed with breast photos. Among the winners were photos of doll built up popularity and forced itself into cancer and eventually had the infected China-town, sailboats being stored on the the American culture and the most profit­ Some people have created famous and lu­ breast removed. Ruth was devastated and Chicago River and even of Chicago neigh­ able toy ever produced. Ruth was one of rid scenes with the doll and it's male coun­ felt as if she had lost her femininity. She borhoods. Some of these photos can be the original women to successfully pioneer terpart, Ken. Barbie has been shown as the eventually started a new company for breast viewed around campus in hallways. her gender into the work place and crash virgin Mary in a nativity scene, hanging off prostheses company called 'Nearly Me.' through the 'glass-ceiling.' She was said to a crucifix and many other politically moti­ You don't have to be an Art major to be tal­ have been a very demanding and intimidat­ vated positions. The doll has also been de­ Through all the tribulations and cultural ented in taking great pictures. This contest ing member of her organization. Ruth was picted in an almost sadist style of sexual changes since the 1950s Barbie has been is for anyone who likes to capture images running her own business while other torture with added parts (including Ken) to there. She has evolved with our ever chang­ of the wonderful festivals in Chicago in any women during her time were organizing show more truth of what the doll should look ing society and has created a mass hysteria size, shape or color. The famous expression 'dinnerparties.' like. Certain anatomical corrections have over the blond haired doll. Whether you "a picture speaks a thousand words" takes been made on these dolls including nipples, love her or hate her Barbie will probably be great meaning in this contest. The Barbie, since it's conception, has re­ a penis (on Ken), and so on. around forever and might be consider eter­ ceived criticism for it's role in creating a nal for all little girls of all eras to play with Submit your entries fast'. The deadline for modern outlook of what a modern women In the documentary, little girls were shown and all little boys to despise and blow up. this event is this Saturday in Room CMC should be. Mattel was originally looked playing with their dolls and said that if you 107. Entries are due this Saturday. COUGAR CALENDAR Your essential cut-out-and-keep guide to everything that's happening at Saint Xavier University

WEDNESDAY 29 OCTOBER THURSDAY 30 OCTOBER FRIDAY 31 OCTOBER SATURDAY 1 NOVEMBER • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show Opening Reception today • Mass -12:00 p.m. & Chapel Confes­ • SXU Volleyball: Huntington College • Cardio Mix 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. • Graduate/Professional School Fair, sions 4:15 p.m.- 5 p.m. Invitational, Huntington, IN: Taylor U.- • SXU Football: home, Saint Ambrose Main Reception Room-11:00 a.m.- 2:00 • Public Discourse invites all faculty 4:00 p.m.; Marian College- 8:00 p.m. U.-1:00 p.m. p.m. to Ethics in the Academy: Crossing the • Mass -12:00 p.m. & Chapel Confes­ • SXU Men's & Women's Soccer: • AFC Daytime Bible Study- Room Line at a Catholic University, (Rob CCAC Quarter and Tour-Quarter Fi­ L-103- Noon- 2:00 p.m. sions 4:15 p.m.- 5 p.m. Quicke and Brian Klug), Gihooley's • Government Association, Room L- • Total Conditioning - 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. nals, opponent, time, & location TBA. 103-3:00-4 p.m. Grande Salon- 4:30 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. • WOW-12:15-1:00 p.m • SXU Volleyball: Huntington Col­ • Autumn Communal Reconciliation • Halloween Costume Party /Dance, • Yoga - 6:00 p.m. -7 p.m. lege Invitational, Huntington, IN: Service, McDonough Chapel- 4:45 Regina Hall- 9:30 p.m. • Tenor, Richard Kennedy, McGuire Spring Arbor College-11:00 a.m. p.m.Student • Total Conditioning - 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Hall, 7:30 p.m. • Mass - 12:00 p.m. & Chapel Con­ • Mat Pilates -12:30-1:30 p.m. fessions 4:15 p.m.- 5 p.m. • Step and Sculpt - 5:00-5:45 p.m • WOW- 12:15-1:00 p.m. & 5:00- 5:45 AFC The Ladies Room Rap Session, p.m. Room L-103- 7:00-8 p.m. & Choir • Cardio Mix - 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m. Rehearsal, Regina Hall- 9:30 p.m.

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• SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • SXU Gallery: SXU Faculty Show • Holy Hour- 4 p.m. • SXU's First Annual Career Fair, SXU • The Final Sweet Success Workshop, • All Souls' Day Mass, McDonough • Bally Martial Arts Tournament, Sh­ Dining Hall Atrium- 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 Good English Stuff, in The Learning Chapel- 4:45 p.m. annon Center- 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. p.m. Center, Room L-109B- 3:00 p.m.- 4:30 • SXU Men's & Women's Soccer: • Pilates on the Ball- 4 p.m.- 4:45 p.m. • Mass - 12:00 p.m.. Chapel Confes­ p.m. CCAC Semi & Tour-Semi Finals, op­ • Student Mass, McDonough sions 4:15 p.m.- 5 p.m. & Rosary Devo­ • AFC Bible Study, Room L-103- 5:00- ponent, time, & location TBA Chapel- 8:00 p.m. tion 4:00 p.m.- 5 p.m. 6 p.m. • SXU Volleyball: home, Olivet • AFC The Men of Might Rap Session, • Yoga 6:15 a.m.- 7:15 a.m. Nazarene U.- 7:00 p.m. Morris Hall- 5:00- 6 p.m. • Mat Pilates-12:30-1:30 p.m. • Student Government Association, • Cardio Mix - 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m. • Step and Sculpt- 5:00-5:45 p.m. Room L-103- 3:00- 4 p.m. • WOW- 12:15-1:00 p.m. & 5:00- 5:45 • Social Dance, Swing and Salsa - • Mass - 12:00 p.m. & Chapel Con­ p.m. 7:30-8:30 p.m. fessions 4:15 p.m.- 5 p.m. • Pilates on the ball- 4:00- 4:45 p.m. • SXU Volleyball: home, Robert Mor­ • Daytime Bible Study-Room L-103- • Yoga - 6:00 p.m. -7 p.m. ris College- 7:00 p.m. Noon- 2:00 p.m. African Dance/Urban Jazz- 6:00 p.m- • Cardio Mix - 6:30 a.m.-7:30 a.m. 7 p.m. WOW -12:15-1:00 p.m., 5:00-5:45 p.m Page 4 The Xavierite Wednesday, October 29, 2003 NIA 1 GE NEWS

Grades, newspaper confiscation, death row scholarships, and embezzlement

Nearly 9,000 NAU students receive wrong Hampton University confiscates student- Student whose father died in windshield Student bookstore employee arrested for grades by e-mail run newspaper killing gets scholarship from death-row in­ embezzlement mates Source: AP - AP Wire Service Source: AP - AP Wire Service Source: AP - AP Wire Service Source: AP - AP Wire Service FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) _ Nearly 9,000 HAMPTON, Va. (AP) _ Hampton Univer­ MONMOUTH, Ore. (AP) _ A former book­ Northern Arizona University students re­ sity officials confiscated the school's stu­ By ANGELA K. BROWN AP Writer keeper for Western Oregon University's stu­ ceived the wrong midterm grades via e-mail, dent-run newspaper because a letter from dent bookstore is facing charges for embez­ instead receiving the grades of someone the acting university president didn't make DALLAS (AP) _ A college student whose zling nearly $82,000. else. the front page, as requested, according to father was hit by a car and left to die in the students. windshield _ and who forgave the woman Karen Datesman Baca, 49, whose duties The programming error led to e-mails that who did it _ was awarded a $10,000 schol­ included depositing daily cash receipts in included students' names, class list and mid­ "We didn't print something where they arship raised by death-row inmates. the bank from 1999 until 2002, was arrested term grades being sent out Tuesday night to wanted it," Talia Buford, editor of the Hamp­ Tuesday. The university fired Baca in June the wrong students. ton Script, told the Daily Press of Newport The money for Brandon Biggs, 20, was 2002. News. "And they took the papers away." raised through donations and subscriptions University officials learned of the problem to "Compassion," a bimonthly newsletter "We've been eager for this whole thing to Wednesday when students reported having The university's alleged interference upset written by the nation's death-row inmates come to a resolution and to be public," said received the wrong grades, said M.J. students, their mentors, and journalism fac­ and a project of the Roman Catholic University President Philip Conn. "Now, the McMahon, NAU executive vice president. ulty _ who considered the incident an act of church's peace and justice committee. person charged will be required to answer." censorship. Although the Script is a univer­ NAU shut down the university e-mail sys­ sity-owned newspaper, some critics said the Gregory Biggs was walking on the side of a The charges include four counts of theft and tem until the inaccurate e-mails can be de­ administration is not sending the right mes­ Fort Worth highway in October 2001 when official misconduct. leted. sage to students learning about journalism. he was hit. With his torso inside the car and his broken legs lodged in the windshield, An audit requested by the university in No­ But that didn't stop some students from see­ The Oct. 22 issue of the Script tackled a he held onto the inside passenger door panel vember last year showed $81,721 had dis­ ing the grades of classmates. sensitive topic _ the clean-up at the school as the car kept going, according to court tes­ appeared from bookstore accounts in the cafeteria after more than 100 health viola­ timony. largest embezzlement case at the university Heather Tolbert received a fellow student's tions _ and would have reached parents and in a decade. grades and then received her own from alumni in town for the university's home­ Authorities said Chante Mallard drove home someone else. coming week festivities. and left Biggs in the windshield to die de­ Previously, the largest losses were $31,892 spite his pleas for help. She was convicted in book buyback cash not deposited cor­ "Offices close by 5 p.m.," she said Wednes­ In her letter, Haysbert criticized media cov­ in June of murder and sentenced to 50 years rectly and $23,031 in missing cash receipts day. "So the only time (students) had to call erage and explained how the school took in prison. She was not eligible for the death and safe contents, according to the audit. was this morning. But you know, all the steps to correct the sanitary violations. Stu­ penalty; her maximum punishment would damage has already been done." dents decided to put Haysbert's note on the have been life in prison. Since the investigation began, Western Or­ third page, and give front-page treatment to egon University has canceled the bookstore Correct grades will be sent out once the in­ their story about the cafeteria passing a re­ The scholarship is for relatives of any mur­ manager's contract and strengthened finan­ accurate e-mails are deleted, hopefully by cent city health inspection. der victims, not just those in death-penalty cial controls, Conn said. Friday, McMahon said. cases. Residential Life & WXAV FM bring you...... Halloween Costume Partu Thursday, Oct 50th, $?>0 pm Regina Ha Best Costume Contest-Cash Prizes!

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By Nick Kerr mph fastball and a devastating slider gest name free agent, and the 2002 AL Call us: Contributor that would give the Cubs a dominating MVP most likely will be in a Cub uni­ 773.298.3380 closer they have lacked since Lee Smith. form for a price tag of eight million a After the shock of losing the National I think the Astros would accept Hee year. His partner in turning double Or fax us: League Championship Series after hav­ Seop Choi, Kyle Farnsworth, and Juan plays will most likely be Fernando Vina. 773.298.3381 ing a 3-1 lead in the series and the Cruz in exchange for Wagner's services. The Cardinal's second baseman is the team's collapse only five outs away This move would also allow this year's left-handed leadoff hitter the cubs are E-mail us: from the World Series wore off, there closer Joe Borowski to move down to a looking for at a three million dollar a was some good news for Cubs fans. set-up role where he flourished in 2002 year price tag. Aramis Ramirez and [email protected] That was the news that the Cubs gen­ for the Cubs. White Sox free agents Tom Randall Simon should keep their job at eral manager Jim Hendry said the Gordon and Kelly Wunsch, for a million the corners of the infield. Damian Miller Write Us: team's payroll would increase by ten to dollars apiece, would make excellent should stay behind the plate for his solid The Xavierite fifteen million dollars, and I have some additions to the middle relief staff that defense. suggestions on how Mr. Hendry should already has Mike Remlinger. Todd Saint Xavier University spend that money. Wellemyer, one of the Cub's best pitch­ The outfield of Moises Alou, Corey 3700 W. 103rd Street ing prospects, would make a good long Patterson, Sammy Sosa will all be back, With the letting go of Mark reliever. and Kenny Lofton should be resigned Chicago, IL 60655 Grudzielanek, Eric Karros, Paul Bako, as fourth outfielder. Joining Lofton on Visit Us: Shawn Estes, Antonio Alfonseca, Dave The starters: With the fab four of Prior, the bench will be Tom Goodwin and Veres, and Mark Guthrie, players who Wood, Zambrano, and Clement, the Ramon Martinez, and prospects David Campus Media Center are free agents or who have options on Cubs are fine but they will look for a left- Kelton and Josh Paul should also be on Room CMC 101 their contracts, that do not monetarily handed fifth starter to give the rotation the bench. match up to their contributions to the a southpaw to add a different look. The team leaves another 21 million dollars Cubs are willing to spend a million dol­ In closing, the Cubs need to spend 11 of spending money. After paying to re­ lars on this position. The candidates to million on the bullpen, a million on a Staff: sign some who are free agents, and for fill this role are Al Leiter of the Mets, left-handed starter, and another 11 mil­ salary escalations for players already Brian Anderson of the Royals and Ted lion on the double play combo. Hope­ Editor-in-Chief & under contract, that leaves anywhere Lilly of the Athletics. It really does not fully adding Billy Wagner, Tom Gordon, Viewpoints Editor from 20 -25 million to upgrade the ros­ matter who it is; the Cubs will have best Kelly Wunsch, a southpaw starter, ter for next season. starting staff in baseball next year. Fernando Vina, and Miguel Tejada will John Markley get the Cubs the five outs and four Features Editor and The first thing that the Cubs need to fix Among the position players, the only games they fell short of this year. Deputy Editor-in-Chief is their bullpen. The best pitcher to do differences will be in the double play this would be the closer of the Houston combo where two big names should be Write to: Gina Pantone Astros, Billy Wagner, who has a 100 added. Miguel Tejada will be the big­ [email protected] News Editor Becky Hicks Sports Editor Quick Views: America in Iraq Kevin Shannon Advertising Manager & By John Markley with mass casualties and very horrify­ I'm sure that I'm not the only one who Editor-in-Chief ing methods of torture and death. The has noticed that many Americans Graphic Designer American people can never handle seemed to have forgotten about the Sep­ Mananya Soobhawan This week's topic: Thoughts on Iraq, the many deaths and I think the Bush Ad­ tember 11th tragedy. When I war on terror, and related issues. ministration was thrown off guard by say"forgotten" I don't mean that our Photo Editor what ended up happening. They were memories of planes smashing into the Karen Biggs John Markley: simply outmaneuvered with Hussein's World Trade Center and causing death, Deputy News Editors strategy of the soldiers throwing off their pain, and destruction have withered We should seek to remove ourselves uniforms and walking among the civil­ away. What escaped the minds and Christina Cucci from Iraq as quickly as possible. I have ian population. souls of the American people is the idea Patrick Matthews no confidence in our ability to create a of unity among American citizens. free society in Iraq, and continuing our I don't know whether or not we should Deputy Feature & occupation of the country for years or pull out of the war because it could end There is still a field of images in my head Copy Editor decades in a foolhardy attempt to turn up being one of the largest political fail­ that are filled with people cruising in Catherine Cooney Iraq into a constitutional republic will ures in foreign policy in our history. This their cars and trucks with tiny Ameri­ only increase Iraqi resentment of us will be largely looked upon by the can flags on their antennas. I can still Deputy Sports Editor when we finally do leave. The last thing United Nations as a complete disaster hear echoes of government officials and Tim Moran we need is a generation of young Mus­ and pulling out will only create com­ famous folk singing "God Bless lims in yet another country growing up plete anarchy and we need to beg for America." Does anyone remember the News Correspondent resenting us even more than they al­ help from the UN in setting up this gov­ "freedom fries" fiasco? (I still have Lubna Akkawi ready do. It doesn't matter if our in­ ernment. However, Bush is too pig­ nightmares about that one.) In mere tentions are good or not; every Iraqi headed and misinformed of what's ac­ seconds after the tragic event occurred, Features Correspondents killed in the course of the occupation is tually going on and he believes, in my many Americans began believing in pa­ Alvin Fabian another propaganda point for men like opinion, that he is too good to beg for triotism and love towards other Ameri­ Nicholas Short Osama bin Laden or Yasser Arafat help from the UN. This war is a com­ cans because they feared that "the ter­ when they rally more men to throw plete failure. rorists will win" if they didn't. Director of Student Media away their lives in the hopes of killing Rob Quicke an American or Israeli. We will be Tim Moran: Back then, I had no doubt in my mind spending hundreds of billions of dol­ that the American "love fest" wasn't Contributors lars and hundreds or thousands of lives Now that we have entered Iraq and said going to last. America has dealt with Marty Fleming, Lisa to raise up new enemies for ourselves. that we would help the Iraqi people re­ tragedies before- school shooting, race Johnson, Nick Kerr, Junius build, it would not be right to leave. It riots, mass suicides, Joe Millionare, etc- Patrick Matthews: is best for them that the United States and it reacts to these dilemmas in the Paul, Gabe Vaughn stay in Iraq and set up some kind of or­ same way. It cares for a couple of weeks The war in Iraq is a very touchy subject ganization. They are so used to Saddam then it goes back to its normal routine. that will cause many people to steam Hussein's rule that if they tried to set up Wealthy people still ignore those who with anger whether it be pro or con. My some kind of government on their own, are less fortunate. The average Ameri­ opinion was never getting involved at they would be misguided. can still would rather go bungee jump­ all because we have never won a war ing or buy tons of lottery tickets than ICWV since World War II and every country Nicholas Short: clean up his or her streets. People knows how to defeat our great impe­ Continued on "Iraq," Page 7 Illinois College Press Association rial armies. It's simple guerilla warfare Established 1982 The Xavierite is the official Student Newspaper of Saint Xavier University. The Xavierite is written from a student perspective and strives to provide Affiliated with the coverage of news, events and activities that affect the lives of Saint Xavier University students and the SXU community. The Xavierite is normally Illinois Press Association published every Wednesday during the fall and spring terms. Views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of the University administra­ tion, staff or faculty. The Xavierite welcomes written responses to its articles. Letters must include the author's name, signature and phone number. Only The Xavierite is an Associate Me«ifa*r of • exceptional circumstances will warrant name and address to be withheld from publication. Responses that exceed 300 words may be edited to meet Ap Associated Press space requirements. Letters should be sent to The Xavierite, Saint Xavier University, 3700 West 103rd Street. Chicago, Illinois, 60655. Page 7 The Xavierite Wednesday, October 29, 2003 The Superfluous Man: The log in your eye By John Markley both parties consider the trade benefi­ tionist economy: political manipulation Editor-in-Chief cial to themselves, otherwise the trade wouldn't just be the easiest path to will not happen. Thus, in a free market wealth, it would be the only path to It is commonly asserted, in American economy, the most effective way to ben­ wealth, and so everyone would seek to political discourse, that the free market efit yourself is to benefit someone else. form political groups to direct the is based on greed, and that socialism is Far from being the source of greed, pri­ government's money and favors away based on altruism. Even people who vate property, the free market, and the from others and towards themselves. recognize the superiority of capitalism legal right to accumulate wealth are the Any means of fulfilling one's self-inter­ (or at least of a predominantly capital­ only chance we have of directing human est by doing something beneficial to oth­ ist mixed economy) often grant this as­ greed in a way that helps society rather ers would be totally gone. Far from be­ sumption, saying that socialism is some­ than hurting it. ing the most altruistic form of society, how more virtuous, but support capi­ any socialist regime, and especially a talism on the grounds of efficiency. This Next is the interventionist or mixed democratic socialist regime, would be is seldom argued for, beyond pointing economy, in which attributes of the free the most destructively egoistic society out that a capitalist system is based on market and government economic con­ possible. All human self-interest would self-interest and letting that stand by it­ trol are combined. This is the most com­ be expressed through the exploitation self as a condemnation, but the idea is a mon system today, though countries Doing for journalism what Montecore the of others; there is no other path open. popular and influential one. vary in how far they take it; some have tiger did for animal acts Any mutually beneficial economic inter­ greater amounts of government control the situation is far worse than in the action would be on the black market; it This is relevant because people may of­ than others. In its most extreme forms mixed economy. In this scenario (never would be in spite of the "altruistic" so­ ten think, "Well, I don't really fully un­ it can render private property a mean­ realized in pure form for any length of cialist regime, not because of it. No derstand the issue, but this guy seems ingless legal fiction and create de facto time; even Communists ideologues amount of sermonizing and platitudes public-spirited/intelligent/honest/ socialism. who attempted it were forced to give will change that. compassionate / patriotic / freedom-lov­ up on it to prevent the total destruction ing/moral/whatever, so I'll put my In the interventionist economy, one can of their subjects), there is no longer any It may be objected that I'm being unfair, trust in him and follow his ideas." How benefit oneself by providing benefits to gain to be had through commerce at all. and that socialism should be praised as many people voted for Gore because others, as in a free market. However, One gains nothing by doing good for an ideal even if it wouldn't work in prac­ they thought, "Well, Democrats seem to the benefits are reduced somewhat, others. Thus, all gain would come tice. To this, I would say: The idea of a care about people more than Republi­ since increased levels of taxation mean through crime, parasitism, or politics. nation of selfless people is just silly fan­ cans"? How many people voted for that there is less reward. More impor­ tasy, and should be regarded as such. Bush because they thought, "Well, the tantly, however, interventionism creates With no material gains to be had To say, "It's a good idea, but wouldn't Republicans seem more moral than the a new, nonproductive way of gaining through work, there is little reason to work in practice" is nonsense. If an idea Democrats"? I'd bet it's quite a few. So wealth: politics. It is often much easier work harder than you absolutely have for social organization doesn't work, it is with ideologies. Socialists and to increase one's profits by having the to; one can, however, gain additional then it is the very definition of a bad quasi-socialist interventionists cultivate government provide them to you by leisure by not working, and letting oth­ idea. If I proposed that everyone stop the impression that socialism is a sys­ exploiting others than it is to earn them ers pick up the slack. Others, of course, working, and that the economy should tem based on virtue while capitalism is honestly. Thus, corporations lobby for will figure this out too, so instead of henceforth be based on wishes granted based on vice, giving them a significant welfare and bailouts, labor unions call gratifying one's self interest by work­ by leprechauns, this is not "a good idea advantage when fighting for the minds for protectionism, various politically ing and gaining additional material that wouldn't work in theory," it is sheer of people who don't have the time, en­ connected groups seek handouts, and goods, it is gratified by not working and idiocy. The fact that it would be nice to ergy, ability, or inclination to look everyone seeks to manipulate the gaining additional leisure time. You live in a world where everyone works deeply and instead go on general im­ government's massive regulatory pow­ won't be fired if everyone else is as use­ with no expectation of personal gain, or pressions. This perception is thus of the ers to benefit themselves and hurt com­ less as you are, which they will be; the where all our needs are provided for by highest importance. petitors. The more power the govern­ government won't simply shut the tiny magical Irishmen, does not mean ment has over the economy, the easier economy down, and will make do with that proposed forms of economics based and more lucrative it is to gain money So, let's take a look at three forms of so­ bad workers rather than having none on such nonsense are "good in theory," by using the government to harm oth­ cial organization: the free market, the at all. So-called "moral rewards" don't and it is high time that people stop giv­ ers, rather than providing something of mixed economy, and socialism, and see do much: being a hard worker won't ing such idle fantasies praise they don't benefit to others. Selfishness is not how each one would really handle win the respect of your fellows if every­ warrant. There is no value, and cer­ eliminated; it is merely turned from con­ greed. I will be treating human selfish­ one knows that work is for suckers. tainly no moral superiority, in criticiz­ structive to destructive purposes. ness as unchangeable; I am not going (Stalin figured this out, which is part of ing capitalism according to the standard to waste space on nurturist/Lysenkoist the reason Soviet Russia eventually of an absurd society that there is no started having people shot or sent to chance of even approximating, any nonsense about how a socialist regime Lastly comes the purely socialist prison for absenteeism or tardiness in more than it would be useful to com­ will supposedly transform human na­ economy. It's been a while since this th the 1930's. Where useless babble about plain that capitalism is less productive ture. A brief review of 20 century his­ was advocated seriously by large num­ building the glorious socialist future than my hypothetical leprechaun-based tory should disabuse anyone of the no­ bers of people (folks with single-digit fails, a bullet in the head may succeed.) economy. tion that a collectivist economic system IQs tend not to become political pun­ Second, of course, is crime; in the ab­ makes people kinder or nobler. (I think dits), but it still thought of by many as a sence of any material rewards for suc­ an inability to accept humans as they sort of moral ideal, one that would be cess, this the best way to acquire any Advocates of increased state power get are is probably one of the great sources desirable if it weren't for the fact that it actual goods, as opposed to merely de­ a great deal of mileage out of the lie that of evil in human history, and in particu­ would utterly destroy modern civiliza­ creasing one's labor. (Though this does a society ruled by them would be more lar the reason idealists tend to be far tion. Even if it wouldn't, and even if it presuppose that there are, in fact, goods virtuous than one where people are free. more evil than the merely selfish, but didn't require the total extinguishing of to be stolen; in socialist regimes this may But they would not create more virtu­ that's a column in itself.) human freedom, and even if it didn't not be the case.) ous people; history shows, rather pain­ create the sort of system in which men fully, that no amount of government In a fully free market, there are basically like Stalin or Mao are best able to fulfill oppression ever really changes the hu­ two ways to gain wealth: commerce their potential, it would still be occupied Third, of course, is politics. Historically, man soul. The only thing these so-called (which includes selling your own labor) by people as motivated by self-interest this has not been a signifigant factor- "altruists" would accomplish is to make and private sector crime. Barring a to­ as in any other system; it would serve regimes that come closest to the social­ it impossible for human selfishness to tal breakdown in public order, the dan­ only to ensure that all self-interest is ist ideal tend, not coincidentally, to be be channeled in a positive direction, and ger and uncertainty of crime will never directed in antisocial directions. the same regimes who put critics in ensure that it is instead manifested as interest more than a small percentage mass graves. If one did somehow have destructively as possible. of the population, which leaves com­ In a purely socialist/egalitarian (or a purely socialist democratic regime, merce as the only significant source of nearly so; it's not as if the heads of the one would simply have a magnified Write to: income for the great majority of the Party are expected to live in the squa­ version of the problem in the interven­ [email protected] population. In a freely made exchange, lor they inflict on the masses) regime,

Continued from "Iraq," Page 6 chaotic situation. It is very expensive bigger problem there. give over control of rebuilding Iraq to to export democracy, but it is also very the U.N. with us playing a major part within the government are still feuding expensive to clean up after a couple of Lisa Johnson: but not being the only ones footing the with each other about who's policies are nuclear weapons go off. bill. the best ones. What else must happen If we leave now it will be comparable to our country before it decides to start Personally, I believe this whole war in to when we told the Shi'ites to stand up For that scenario to work, the US needs caring about itself and others surround­ Iraq is a fog created to divert attention for themselves and then never helped to swallow some of its pride and give ing it? away from the Israel and Palestinian them. We caused the instability, and it up some of the power to the U.N. The situation. The fact is that we are giving is our responsiblity to make sure the rebuilding of Iraq will be the downfall Catherine Cooney: billions of dollars to Israel's military country can stand on its own two feet, of President Bush if he does not start and they are using this money to de­ which means we need to continue to showing better ideas for rebuilding. $88 I believe that we need to look at the fact stroy homes and schools while they train Iraqis to stabilize their country. billion is too much to spend on a coun­ that there is no quick fix in this situa­ build walls resembling the Berlin wall. try that is not the US. Too many of our tion and we knew this at the beginning It seems funny that an oppressed Kevin Shannon: public schools are in dispicable condi­ when we decide to export democracy people could turn around and do the tion and $88 billion would go a long way to the Iraqi people. The government same thing to their neighbors. Don't Whether or not going into Iraq was jus­ in rebuilding those schools. claimed that we would be saving the get me wrong, the Palestinian suicide tified or not, the fact is that we did go Iraqi people from the chaos of Hussein bombers are doing wrong, but when in there. We can not just pull out now If you are interested in contributing to but if we pull out now we would essen­ one is so oppressed that death is the and leave the Iraqi people without any Quick Views, send an e-mail to tially be leaving the citizens in a still only way to freedom there is a much guidance. The best option would be to [email protected]. The Xavierite Wednesday, October 29, 2003

The Xavierite Presents... GQ Awards Not Very "GQ" At All saying, "[The award] By Nicholas Short was a dream, a dream Features Correspondent come true." Then, The Top Ten Dolce said, "bye" and Since 1996, GQ Magazine has honored they left (they almost Horrific Costume some of the most popular and most tal­ went in the wrong di­ ented men in entertainment, sports, and rection). Ideas fashion with the Men of the Year Awards. On Tuesday, October 21, GQ The greatest moment (Gentlemen's Quarterly) keeps the tra­ was Dave Grohl's dition alive with a televised ceremony speech explaining why 10. An inanimate that aired at 8 p.m. on the first network he became a musician. for men, Spike TV. Unfortunately, the "Rock N' Roll is a nasty block of wood show followed the same worn-out dirty thing it's ugly it's awards show formula. gross, it's for burnouts and dropouts and 9. Charlton Heston The so-so ceremony began with a red criminals and delin­ carpet-like pre-show with John Henson. quents and losers," he with a shotgun Some may remember him as the origi­ said. He may be a GQ nal host of a classic E! Channel show Talk award winner, but to Soup. I remember him as an extremely him, he's "a big loser at funny guy. However, during the pre- heart." The ceremony 8. Harry Potter show he was irritating and a bit phony also had several grue­ (what happened to you John?). He some moments like Ma- made Hollywood small-talk with ten­ trix babe Monica nis star Anna Kournakova, Friends star Bellucci trying her best 7. Michael Jackson Aisha Tyler, WWE's The Rock, actress to read a teleprompter Charlize Theron, supermodel Eva to present Dolce and Herzigova, and Matt Kennedy Gould Stefano's award and co­ from The Joe Schmo Show. Henson also median Colin Quinn exposed some of GQ's winners: actor doing a heartbreaking 6. Anna Nicole Ashton Kutcher for the Most Stylish stand up act in front of award, actor Johnny Depp for Movie a stiff crowd. Smith Funnyman of the Year, actor Viggo Mortenson for the Free Radical award, Dave Chappelle on the cuisine: "Try that cake thing on the plate, it's delicious." (Photo AP) rapper 50 Cent for Phenomenon of the The musical perfor mances were okay but awkward due of ceremony with a decent rendition of Year, and Foo Fighters member Dave "Where is the Love?" and their trade­ 5. President Bush Grohl for Rock Icon of the Year. the audience of stone-faced stars who showed no enthusiasm. Pharrell of the mark break-dancing act. Neptunes kicked off the ceremony by Most of the show featured corny thank singing "Beautiful" and "Frontin"' and Other winners of the night were Oscar 4. Cubs' fan Steve you speeches and cheesy introductions, a new yet catchy song that I never heard winner Adrien Brody for Movie Actor but there were also some memorable before. It's too bad that singing live isn't of the Year, CSI actor William Peterson Bartman moments. Comedian Dave Chappelle, one of his strong points. Jay-Z stopped for TV Actor of the Year, Simeon Rice of the Breakout Comic of the Year, gave a by for backup, but he left as quickly as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Defender humorous speech that gave thanks to he appeared. Singer Mya performed of the Year, actor Colin Farrell for Lead­ the people who helped him. Before he "My Love is Like...Wo" and "Fallen" at ing Man of the Year, pop artist Justin 3. Anyone from left, he advised the other stars sitting at the halfway mark of the show, wearing Timberlake for Showman of the Year, their round dinner tables to "try that a green get-up that looks like a Vegas The Rock for Action Hero of the Year, Miami Vice cake thing on the plate. It's delicious." waitress uniform. Her bland perfor­ Ali G (Sasha Baren from The AH G show) Designers of the Year, Domenico Dolce mance became more racy when she for Comic Import of the Year, John and Stefano Gabbana gave the fastest yanked off her dress and danced around Stewart for the Voice of Reason award, (and most hilarious) acceptance speech in a green bikini top and hot pants. Rap and Lord of the Rings director Peter Jack­ 2. Montecore the I have ever heard. Gabbana began by group the Black Eyed Peas ended the son for Visionary of the Year. loveable yet pro­ tective tiger that Elliott Smith lives on mauled Roy By Gina Pantone of frustration and struggle spoke to the Features Editor people of the dying grunge generation, and by the late 90's Smith had formed a Dressed in a vivid suit of white and cult following. 1. A soft-shell taco armed only with an acoustic guitar, lone singer-songwriter Elliott Smith poured His intriguing demeanor and catchy his somber melody on an audience of song structures won him much critical millions at the 1998 Academy Awards acclaim. This continued when director ceremony. Preceding the over-flamboy­ Gus Van Sant approached Smith to con­ ant Celine Dion, the riveting minor tribute "Miss Misery" to the Good Will Honorable Mentions: chords of his nominated song "Miss Hunting soundtrack, thrusting him into Misery" echoed with a welcomed genu­ the mainstream and earning him an ine pang in the cesspool of plastic Hol­ Oscar nomination. DreamWorks signed 1. Human-sized earwig lywood. It's hard to believe that his him to their label in 1998 for the release 2. Osama Bin Laden songs were silenced forever by his own of his fourth album, XO. His nonstop demons. Last Tuesday, Elliot Smith al­ success resumed with the inclusion on 3. Sea Monkey legedly ended his own life in his Los the American Beauty soundtrack, per­ Elliott Smith 1969-2003 (Photo wzow.elliottsmith.com) Angeles apartment. He was 34. forming the Beatles cover, Because. with the working title, From the Basement 4. Giant Toenail Clipping on the Hill. 5. Nostril Man Born Steven Paul Smith in Omaha, Ne­ Even though Elliott Smith often pre­ 6. Dodgy Geezer braska, Elliott bounced around the sented himself in a composed manner, The music of Elliott Smith was com­ country on a regular basis. He grew up his words told another story. Beneath pared to influences such as The Beatles 7. Evil Asian Beetle in Dallas and Portland, Oregon, where his prolific works lurked a serious drug and Bob Dylan. His fans and colleagues beam about his breath-taking live per­ 8. Medusa he first feasted on musicality at age 9. and alcohol addiction that fueled his By his teenage years, Smith started his muse. His lyrics depict a constant in­ formances that never seemed to disap­ 9. Rent-a-Cop first punk band, Heatmiser, and at­ ternal battle, charting his progress in point. There was an intimate element tended Hampshire College in Massa­ attempted sobriety. "I can't beat myself/ about his music that comprehended life 10. Deep-fried Twinkie chusetts. And I don't want to talk/I'm taking the cure in all its forms, from the first pangs of so I can be quiet/Whenever I want". His love to the murky realm of depression. Nevertheless, Smith's legend will deter­ Elliott Smith, known for his dark lyrics final release, Figure 8, was released in mine his legacy of a promising career and melancholy music, began his solo 2000. He was rumored to have been cut drastically short. His melodies will career with debut Roman Candle in 1994 clean over the last year, when he was forever haunt what might have been. and Elliott Smith in 1995. His messages half way completed with a new album Page 9 Wednesday, October 29, 2003 New Fox Drama is "Skinned" Alive

By Alvin M. Fabian ing in the party scene, we are Features Correspondent almost immediately in­ formed that a brawl would "But soft! What light through yonder soon break out. A teenager, window breaks? It is the East, and Juliet Jewel, becomes detested and is the sun!" annoyed in the drug habits of her party date and asks for Sound familiar? Well, if you didn't the keys to his car. Ulti­ catch the season premiere of the new mately, Adam has a confron­ intense drama on FOX, which is clev­ tation with Jewel's party date erly entitled, "Skin," last Monday on and, Adam and Jewel jet off October 20, you had your second chance with his car and later engage the Friday of the same week as an en­ in a warm, heartfelt, "Kodak core presentation was shown. But this moment" conversation at a is beside the point. The fact is, "Skin" nearby restaurant. presents uncanny similarities to William Shakespeare's romantic tragedy This passionate drama with "Romeo and Juliet". And legendary a modern-day "Romeo and film and television producer, Jerry Juliet" twist becomes more Bruckheimer, who teamed up with heated as the issues of money, writer-producer Jim Leonard to create politics, and morality become the new FOX series, makes his slight ad­ more apparent. aptation of the early tragedy clearly vis­ ible. Jewel's father, Larry

Goldman is chairman and Hollywood newcomers Olivia Wilde and D] Cotrona heat up the screen in 'Skin' (Photo AP) Such reminiscent aspects include the CEO of Golden International subtle application of character names and is considered the most successful form. and Juliet" evidently continues to leave like Jewel (Juliet) and her love interest producer of adult entertainment in the an undeniable marking on popular cul­ Adam Roam (Romeo). Not to mention world. On the surface, his wife Barbara In the midst of the looming moral cor­ ture, but particularly this FOX drama, the vast array of family betrayals a la and daughter have come to accept the ruption, the teenage individuals, Adam "Skin". Behind the dragging romantic Capulet and Montague. nature of Goldman's career choice. In­ and Jewel, are greatly misconstrued. schemes that may by confused with sim­ ternally, they are in moral questioning, Becoming knowledgeable of their "for­ ply "sappy" attributes, lies a story line The pilot of "Skin" commences with a and Barbara pushes herself to take part bidden love," their parents force them solid enough to continue to attract view­ number of media ramblings covering in countless benefits in able to ensure to discontinue their attachments to each ers. But for how long? The longevity child-related crimes and a district attor­ that her family receives social accep­ other. However, vehement love leads of this series lies on formatting more ney who shares his concerns as well as tance that she is certain that they lack. Adam and Jewel to pursue an intimate original story lines, which requires tak­ a vow to make sure that children in his relationship centered on a backbone of ing risks and exploring more controver­ community are rightfully protected. A Later, Goldman's adult entertainment "true love" that is not to be confused sial issues. transition is then implemented as we are industry endeavors become a target of with "pure lust." introduced to Adam Roam who is the Los Angeles District Attorney Thomas For more information on "Skin" visit the son of District Attorney, Thomas Roam. Roam who hopes that he gets re-elected From Verona to the heart of L.A., the official website at www.fox.com/skin With vibe-infused, upbeat music play­ by using this as his key political plat- early Shakespearean tragedy of "Romeo

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The interior of the dining room is con­ Overall, Chi Tung is currently my fa­ temporary with warm cream colors, vorite Chinese restaurant in the area. which creates a relaxing atmosphere. I continue to return because the Yet there is nothing but action behind Chi Tung sushi chef razzles and dazzles his dinner guests (Photo Catherine Cooney) meals are delicious. I recommend the sushi bar on Friday or Saturday will help you choose your entrees or rolls receive an average rating on flavor this restaurant and suggest that you night. Grab a seat at the bar and watch even give a quick lesson on how to op­ and texture. My favorite Thai dish is explore new flavors and textures by or­ as the sushi chef rolls, stuffs and slices erate you chop sticks, if you need one. Thai Spicy Crazy Noodle, which is large dering from the Japanese, Thai and Chi­ all of your favorites into bite size pieces The meal is served hot and fresh out of rice noodles stir-fried with peapods, on­ nese menus. of heaven. Garnish with ginger, wasabi the kitchen in an impressive amount of ions, tomatoes and fresh basil leaves in and soy sauce and you will have one time. Of course when the meal is over an oriental sauce. Chi Tung is known And Yes, I Like That Restaurant! appetizer you can't live without. The hot tea and cookies are served, a tradi­ for its excellent Chinese presentation is amazing, the morsels are tion that always brings good fortune. cuisine. My favorites in­ colorful and served on contrasts of tra­ clude orange chicken, ditional Japanese dishes. This is an ex­ As I said the menu is very extensive and Mongolian beef and 9560 S. KEDZIE EVERGREEN PARK II. 60805 perience one should have whether you it would be almost impossible for me Szechwan shrimp. Or­ TEL 708-636-8180 are a sushi coinsure or a first timer. If to give it any justice by condensing it ange chicken is lightly bat­ FA-\: 708-636-8186 this is your first time trying sushi stick for you, so instead I will tell you about tered slices of chicken to something simple, for example Cali­ my favorites. My favorite Japanese cre­ marinated with orange fornia Maki. California Maki is ation is, as I said, the California Maki peel and sauteed in brown crabmeat, avocado, and cucumber served at the sushi bar or right at you sweet and sour spicy • : rolled in a rice and seaweed wrap. table. If sushi is not your thing try the sauce. Mongolian beef is Wonton soup, which is a Chinese beef tenderloin sliced, The service is great and prompt once dumpling soup, or the famous Chinese served with green onions you are seated at the table. The waiter specialty, the egg roll. Chi Tung's egg and crispy rice noodles, in Old Friends Keep the Customer Satisfied B Hicks ruary Grammy performance, where ews Editor they opened the show with "The Sound of Silence." It started 50 years ago. Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel were cast in a play to­ Of course, even the biggest of entertain­ gether when they were 11. By sixteen ers have their favorite musicians, and they had recorded their first album. But as Art Garfunkel explained, The Everly how did Simon and Garfunkel get to Brothers were theirs, and tonight they where they are today? All they had to would share the stage. The crowd, after do was dream...and convince The hearing that the Everly Brothers were Everly Brothers to come along for the actually here, cheered almost louder ride. than they had when S & G stepped onstage. They performed their own clas­ Eight o'clock had come and gone and sics "Wake Up Little Susie" and "All I the packed United Center felt tense, Have to Do is Dream" before singing waiting for their beloved singers to ap­ "Bye Bye Love" as a quartet. pear on the stage after a twenty-year absence. Then, the house went dark and I called my mom, hoping to catch her, the screen above the stage lit up, show­ as they were all onstage together so she ing old pictures and footage of a young could witness what she worked for, and Simon and Garfunkel, dating all the she picked up as the audience roared at way back to 1953 when their voices first the end of the song. The Everly Broth­ began to blend, harmonizing like no one ers walked offstage, and Paul Simon before them. Old friends sharing the stage once again (Photo AP) slowly played the introduction to per­ major, and simonandgarfunkel.com in­ bench like bookends..." The concert had haps one of their most haunting pieces, My parents introduced me to Simon and formed me they were adding another begun, their voices filling the ears of "Scarborough Fair/Canticle." My mom Garfunkel, probably on the day I was date in Chicago. Tickets went on sale the thousands of fans who listened in si­ still on the phone with me, and this be­ born. Their voices so smooth, their next day at 10 a.m.. .while I was in class. lence as "Old Friends/Bookends" fell ing one of her favorite songs by them, songs so clever and powerful, and their Another storm rained on my dream of out of their mouths like it was 1960 all got to enjoy the sounds of a Renais­ music so seductive. When I heard they seeing Simon and Garfunkel, until my over again. It felt ironic, almost, as they sance-tune turned into mainstream were creating a reunion tour, I figured mom, like a bridge over troubled wa­ sang that song, lyrics like "can you imag­ folk/pop music. Hard work never goes this was my chance. I have the chance ter, stopped her work the next day and ine us years from today/sharing a park bench unappreciated. to see two of the men that influenced purchased me two tickets for the United quietly?/How terribly strange to be sev­ me to be involved with music like I am Center show on October 25,2003. enty. .." them both being 61, having their Simon and Garfunkel may not be 70 just today, along with many others. I knew ups and downs, their losses and suc­ yet, or sharing a park bench in Times it was too good to be true, so good that The lights went up and there they were, cesses, and somehow they managed to Square, but they are doing quite well at they put their differences behind them looking like they had stepped out of come out on top, with their dignity at­ 61, sharing concert stages around the to just play the music. And the show their Bookends album cover, with a few tached. United States. was sold out. less strands of hair, stood two of the greatest singers, performers, and writ­ Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel didn't do "Time it was, and what a time it was/a time My heart broken, I searched the web ers of all-time. this tour for money, or to boost their of innocence, a time of confidences/long ago, frantically to find tickets. This is the part name to a new generation of fans. This it must be, I have a photograph/preserve of the story where the minor chords turn "Old friends, old friends/Sat on their park spark burst into a flame after the Feb­ your memories/ they're all that's left of you." The Xavierite Wednesday, October 29, 2003 CLASSIFIEDS

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On Thursday, October 23rd, in front of a had us on the edge of our seats till the very crowd of around 75 Saint Xavier Univer­ end," said SXU sophomore Greg Rodriguez. sity students, the Cougars defeated the Before the tip-off of the Wildcats of North­ game, not only did the western University first 50 fans to enter the during the Intramural Shannon Center Main All-Star Basketball Arena receive a free event, "Battle of the "Battle of the Cats" t- Cats." The Cougars shirt, but a Hot Shot com­ 15 player squad, petition was also held to comprised of both get the crowd involved. students and alumni, Randomly selected stu­ were victorious at the dents had the chance to end of the intense participate in the compe­ and exciting game. students bent Northwestern Stud tition to win prizes. Intra­ With 1.7 seconds left mural Director and coach on the clock and the score tied at 59,2 clutch of the All-Star team, John Natanekis com­ free throws were made putting the Cougars ments, "I was very pleased by the response ahead. The game ended with the Cougars and support of the students. The turn out was on top of the Wildcats 61 to 59. "I thought great. I hope Intramurals continues to gain it was great. The game was a nail biter. It great support from the SXU students."

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By Gabe Vaught ity International has scored 36 goals, an By Tim Moran at winning if they weren't "depleted with in­ Contributor average of 4.5 goals per game, a far cry from Deputy Sports Editor juries." the one goal that Saint Xavier allowed them Coming off of two losses to conference op­ to score. Despite multiple injuries, the Saint Xavier Indeed injuries have depleted the Cougars. ponents, the Saint Xavier Women's soccer University Men's Soccer team came out Anthony Carev was the team leader in both team had quite a bit to prove. With only three "The team played hard the whole game, and victorious against the Illinois Institute of points (18) and goals (8) before suffering torn games left in the regular season and a chance played well enough to win. We out shot Technology (IIT) 4-0 in a Chicagoland ligaments in his ankle. Carev will return this to achieve second place in the Chicagoland them 14-7, but we just could not connect on Collegiate Athletic Conference game. Saturday for the playoffs. He stated that, "The Collegiate Athletic Conference, the team any of our goals. Jessi Brink played a re­ team has improved a lot from the beginning faced a pinnacle game; a win against the Il­ ally good game for us," Begich said about The Cougars were lead by senior of the year. We are all determined and work­ linois Institute of Technology would mean his team's loss to Trinity International. midfielder Andrew Lenhardt who scored ing toward the same goals. Even though we extended confidence heading into the all- two goals in the contest. His first one came have lost a lot of starters due to injury, as a important post season, while a loss could Coming up for the Cougars is the CCAC just eight minutes into the game. Sopho­ whole the team is producing the numbers and mean a fall in the CCAC standings. tournament. This takes place over the course more Anthony Cappello provided the as­ opportunities to score and has what it takes of a week, between the 1st and 8th of No­ sist for that goal. The next Lenhardt goal to win in the playoffs." Also out for the sea­ The Cougars realized this, and stepped up vember, and the Cougars should stand an came with only ten minutes left in the son is Andy Caushi and Andy Coker, who are in a 12-0 win. Sophomore midfielder Jen excellent chance of winning as they have game on an assist from senior Ben Koepke. redshirting. Belmonte scored two goals in the game, as only lost twice in the conference this year, did freshman forward Angie Holmes. Scor­ and those losses have occurred at an aver­ Senior defender Thomas Becker provided Barsch believes that the team would have ing one goal were: freshman midfielders age of only 2.5 goals. two on assists on the day. One occurred been among the best in the state if not for the Megan Ferraro and Lindsay Podraza, fresh­ twenty-eight minutes into the game on a injuries. However, Barsch is impressed with man forward Eve VanKampen, junior de­ The Cougars' opponent in the tournament pass to sophomore Paul Herbst. The next the job the replacements have been doing. He fender Debbie Lawrence, junior midfielder will depend on the outcome of the game one set up the first goal scored in the sec­ remarked that Anthony Cappello has "stepped Devin Owens, senior midfielder Betsey versus Saint Francis on Oct. 28th. If the Cou­ ond half on a pass to Ben Koepke. up tremendously." The experience that the West, and senior defender Jenny Fiorella. gars win then they will be the third seed, younger players are getting will help them and This win boosted them to 11-5-1 in the but if they lose they will be the fourth seed, The Cougars came off the huge conference with many key players returning, the Cou­ CCAC, only one game behind second place something that Coach Begich isn't consid­ win with a scoreless tie against Trinity In­ gars will have a great shot at being one of the team Trinity International. ering. ternational. What kept them in the game best next season. was six saves from senior goaltender "IIT is a first year program and they have "We would obviously prefer to be the third Daniel Driscoll. Currently the Cougars Even in games that they lost, the Cougars had a lot of adversities so far this year. seed, but we need to win on Tuesday. I am own an 8-6-4 record overall and 5-2-2 in played tough and came close to winning. Just Earlier in the season they experienced the confident that we will win and get the third conference play. That mark has been good before the Florida trip, Driscoll recorded six death of a player, which would be extremely seet. We don't even considering losing and enough for a fourth place finish in the con­ saves as the Cougars took Robert Morris to ference and a spot in the playoffs. They hard on any team, but especially a first year finishing fourth in the conference." two overtimes but ended up losing 1 -0. In a program. Their coach has done a great job, will try to finish their season up with a win game against Kendall College, sophomore against Illinois Wesleyan University on and their kids play hard, I think that in a Also, the Cougars have scored 56 points this Chris Bartley scored on an assist from Carev, Tuesday October 28 in Bloomington, Illi­ couple of years they will be a really good season and have achieved eight shutouts, but lost in heartbreaking fashion 2-1. nois. program,"said Head Coach Derrick Begich. both of which will be crucial in the postseason. Combine that with the strong Trinity International was to be the stage for The 4-0 win over IIT was the first game play of goal tenders Jessi Brink and Judy _ the next game, on Saturday October 25. Kaslaukas and the Cougars have a good Saint Xavier played after returning from a Unfortunately, on this day, the team could chance getting deep into the tournament. trip to Daytona, Florida where the Cou­ Infojination for these not continue their momentum. In a tough gars faced off against some of the elite Finally, the team boasts two members of the articles kindly provided to The game, the Cougars lost 1-0. However, this CCAC All-Conference team, a number only teams in the country. They played tough loss was not a completely negative experi­ surpassed by Trinity International, and Rob­ the ninth and fifteenth ranked teams in the Xavierite by Rob Huizenga ence. It showed just how strong the team is ert Morris College. nation. Head coach Henry Barsch believes defensively. In just eight home games Trin­ the team would have had a better chance

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The Internal Revenue Service Page 15 The Xavierite Wednesday, October 29, 2003 Volleyball team has a tough week »$ •$ »$ •$ •$ By Kevin Shannon ing streak of 3 games (including the loss fighting. I think that shows the character of th Sports Editor versus Trinity College on Oct. 14 ) and 9 this team, how they keep fighting," strait lost sets. The Tournament did not treat Heersema said of his beleaguered team. The past week has been a fairly tough one the Cougars any better than their last three opponents, losing 3 out of 4 games. Later on Saturday, the team would find its on the Saint Xavier University Volleyball th team, going 1-5 between Oct. 21st and Oct. first win since Oct. 8 , but not before al­ 25*. The first game of the tournament was against most losing it. Bethel College (In.) which was another loss "It was a tough week for us, but we can not in strait sets, 21-30, 28-30 and 15-30. "We had confidence that we could beat hang our heads and think that the season is University of Illinois-Springfield because over. We still have three conference games "It is disappointing to play this way, but the we had beat them before. We just needed left, and they are going to be big for us, so team is playing hard. We just can't seem to to realize that we could beat them," quipped we just got to get past this and play much get it all together. When you keep losing in Heersema. better," said Coach Bob Heersema about strait sets, your play isn't would it could be, going 1-5 last week. but that doesn't mean that you can throw in After winning the first two sets, the team the towel. We need to play better and fell apart in the third and fourth sets losing The losing streak started off with a bad per­ quickly," Heersema said about his struggling both. But, the team still had confidence that formance against Trinity International Uni­ team. they could win the fifth set, which they did. versity, a home conference game. The Name: Mindy Lyn Carroll match wasn't much of a match at all with Following the loss to Bethel, the Cougars "It felt good, real good, to get that win. We Trinity International winning in three sets: played another game on Friday, taking on played really hard and never thought that 24-30, 16-30 and 24-30. Madona (Mich.). Not wanting to break with we could not beat them. The team stuck Sport: Volleyball recent tradition the team lost again in strait together after losing the third and fourth "We did not play well at all against Trinity sets, 27-30, 13-30 and 23-30. sets," commented Heersema. International. It would have been a big win Position: Outside Hiitter for us, but we did not play the way that we "Losing the way that we have been losing With losing 6 out of the last seven games, are capable. It was tough," remarked Coach is so disappointing. There isn't much to say, the chances for the playoffs are in question; Heersema on the loss to Trinity. other than we need to keep fighting and try­ the Cougars can not get seeded higher than Year in School: Senior ing to win. We need to think outside the fourth. The next game was an away game versus box. Yes, we have been losing badly but University of Wisconsin at Parkside, and the we have been playing hard. We need to "We need to end the season on a high note. Major: Business Major Cougars did not fair much better, once again think that we can win," said Coach We have three more conference games left with Minor in Communica­ losing in strait sets. The Cougars lost 22- Heersema about losing 5 games in a row that we need to win. It would be nice to get tions 30, 26-30 and 27-30. and 15 strait sets. the fourth or fifth seed and not have to play the top three teams in the first rounds, but "After the Trinity game, we played much On Saturday, the team would play better and to do that we need to play really well to fin­ If I could get tickets to any harder, but we still lost. I think that the team get their first win of the tournament, but they ish the season," Heersema said about his concert, I would go and is getting comfortable losing. We play much would have to wait till the second of their team in the final stretch of the season. see... Lord of the L)ance. harder at the end of the match and then we two games on Saturday, because the first LIVE! think that we are justified in losing. We have game was a loss to Indiana University The Cougars next game is against Illinois to get out of the comfort zone of playing Southeast. The Cougars once again played Institute of Technology, which is a confer­ hard but still losing," lamented Heersema hard, but still came up short losing for the ence game that could be very big for either I see myself in 10 years... about his team's play of late. 6th time in as many games, and with losing team. Living in Ireland, married all 18 sets. and happy! Heading into the Big Guns Tournament, "IIT is in about the same condition that we which was held at University of Saint "No words can describe how we feel about are in, whoever wins the game will get a Francis on Friday, Oct. 24th and Saturday the way that we are playing, but we have very nice momentum boost," quipped My Favorite cartoon char­ Oct. 25th, the team was trying to snap a los­ not felt sorry for ourselves, and we keep Heersema. acter is... Cartman from Southpark!

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By Tim Moran Kidd and adding Alonzo Mourning, the Nets 5. Memphis Grizzlies - Hubie Brown en­ My Role Model are... Me­ Deputy Sports Editor should win the Eastern Conference for the ters second season as coach. He hopes to lissa Ferguson and Maggie Eastern Conference third year in a row. see improvement in youngsters Pao Gasol Hill, because they are my Central Division 2. Orlando Magic - Tracy McGrady is one and Mike Miller. partners in crime? 1. Detroit Pistons - Pistons will win Cen­ of the best but he is a one man team. Magic 6. Denver Nuggets - The story in Denver is tral Division again and Ben Wallace will win will be successful because McGrady will be the debut of rookie Carmelo Anthony. Nug­ Defensive Player of the year. Larry Brown determined. gets will improve with addition of Andre Miller. My Favorite movie of all is a good fit as coach. 3. Philadelphia 76ers - Like Orlando, Phila­ time would have to be... 2. Indiana Pacers - Larry Bird is back in delphia is a one man team. Iverson may have 7. Utah Jazz - Legends John Stockton and Indiana. Bird hired former assistant Rick to share the scoring opportunities with new­ Karl Malone have left. The Jazz had a "OLD SCHOOL" because Carlisle as head coach. Jermaine O'Neal comer Glenn Robinson. chance to contend this season but free agents Blue is MY boy! signed a long-term contract but is unhappy 4. New York Knicks - The return of Anto­ refused to sign. with the firing of Isiah Thomas. nio McDyess will lead to a few more Knicks Keep an Eye on me be­ 3. New Orleans Hornets -Tim Floyd gets a wins. Pacific Division second chance as head coach after failing 5. Boston Celtics - Danny Ainge made a 1. Los Angeles Lakers - Four Hall-of- cause... I will probably be with the Bulls. This time he will succeed mistake by trading Antoine Walker because Famers on one team but one is going through giving you a ticket someday! because the Hornets are talented with Baron he did not like the way he played. Celtics a tough time. If Kobe is able to play, the will suffer because of this. Lakers will win. Davis, Jamaal Magloire, and lamal People don't know that I... Mashburn. 6. Miami Heat - Pat Riley left at an unusual 2. Sacramento Kings - The addition of Brad Am going to be a Chicago 4. Cleveland Cavaliers - The long awaited time. New coach Stan Van Gundy will try Miller is key because Vlade Divac is injury Police officer! debut of prep phenom LeBron James has to develop guard Dwayne Wade. prone. finally come. James will learn from a good 7. Washington Wizards - The Wizards had 3. Phoenix Suns - The Suns have an im­ mentor in new head coach Paul Silas. a long off-season that started with Michael mense amount of talent. Stephon Marbury 5. Toronto Raptors - Kevin O'Neill replaces Jordan leaving on bad terms. Jerry is a leader. Amare Stoudemire may be the the legend Lenny Wilkins as head coach and Stackhouse also had some off-season issues. best player on the team. Shawn Marion is Vince Carter returns from an injury. New coach Eddie Jordan will have a tough also a scoring threat. 6. Chicago Bulls - Optimism runs high in time winning. 4. Portland TrailBlazers - The Blazers did Chicago as Bulls take aim at first playoff not make the necessary off-season moves appearance since 1998. Western Conference to contend in the Western Conference. 7. Milwaukee Bucks - The rebuilding pro­ Midwest Division 5. Golden State Warriors - Nick Van Exel cess begins as Terry Porter is named head 1. Dallas Mavericks - The only question is was acquired in an off-season trade but he coach. T.J. Ford will gain experience from how to incorporate all t hose scoring threats. is unhappy. They have a nice young core of starting as a rookie. 2. San Antonio Spurs - David Robinson has talent but Van Exel is a bad influence. 8. Atlanta Hawks - The Hawks have talented retired but Spurs are primed to repeat. 6. Seattle Supersonics - Ray Allen is a true players but the team chemistry is not there. 3. Minnesota Timberwolves - Kevin superstar but Jerome James and Vladimir Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Theo Ratliff, and McHale added some key players which Radmanovic wouldn't be starters on a de­ Jason Terry all have talent but Hawks still would normally make a title contender but cent team. suffer. the West is just too powerful. 7. Los Angeles Clippers - The Clippers 4. Houston Rockets - Rockets will make matched offers on Elton Brand and Corey Atlantic Division playoffs and Yao Ming will have a more Maggette and picked up Glen Rice but they 1. New Jersey Nets By resigning Jason important role. are still not focused on winning. www.xavierite.com Wednesday, October 29, 2003 Volume 73, Number 8 Last minute heroics land SXU in 1st place By Kevin Shannon Sports Editor The Cougars would regain the lead on a John Perryman touchdown pass just before the With their 31-24 win over Olivet Nazarene end of the third quarter to wide out Jarrod University, the Saint Xavier University foot­ Nowman. ball team, now 6-2 overall and 4-0 in MSFA (Mid-State Football Association) competi­ The Cougars took the lead and the game on tion, has attained sole possession of first a 17 yard touchdown pass from Perryman place in their conference and is in control to Greg Gerritson. of its own destiny for the playoffs. "That play was a great individual play by "It was a very satisfying win. Olivet plays Greg. He put on a juke on two guys who with great energy in front of their home fans, could have tackled him and then just ran over who come out in large crowds to support a third. It was a great play," remarked their team, but we did what we had to do to Feminis about the game-winning touch­ win the football game," said Head Coach down. Mike Feminis. Now that the Cougars are in first place, they The Cougars started the scoring with a 37 control their own destiny for the playoffs. yard field goal by Junior kicker Brad Sheehan. Their lead would not stand; with If they win out the season then they will au­ about 3 minutes left in the first quarter Olivet tomatically be conference champs, an ac­ Nazarene scored on an 18-yard touchdown complishment in its own right, but it is even pass. RB Stutnicky carriers the ball for the cougars. (Photo The Xavierite). more special for the team because they had 1 touchdown. to share the title last year. SXU would reclaim the lead just before the half and give ONU the lead back at 21-17 close of the first quarter with a 14 yard after Luke Schillo had given the Cougars Olivet would score for their last time on a "It would be really nice to be able to own touchdown run by running back Guy Smith. the lead 17-14. 25 yard field goal in the third quarter, after the title out right. After sharing the title last that the SXU defense controlled the game. year, it would be really sweet to be able to "Guy Smith played a great game for us on Schillo had gottten into the end with a 1 yard say we are the only champs," commented Saturday, either running the ball or catch­ run with 3:38 left in the second quarter. "Our defense just did not execute on a Coach Feminis. ing it. Guy had 12 rushes for 73 yards and physical level in the first quarter. We missed 5 catches," said Feminis. "Luke played real well for us versus ONU. a lot of tackles, which is not how we play. Up next for the Cougars is Saint Ambrose, a We mostly used the single back formation The second half we tackled much better, we team that has won or tied the conference The second quarter was filled with scoring in the second half, so his carries came pre­ played the way that we are capable of," championship the last three years. The game from both teams The Tigers had two touch­ dominantly in the first half," remarked about commented Coach Feminis about his de­ is a home game to be played at 1:00 p.m. downs in the second quarter, one to end the Schillo, who had 12 carries for 41 yards and fense.

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