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Connecticut College Digital Commons @ Connecticut College 2001-2002 Student Newspapers 9-14-2001 College Voice Vol. 25 No. 3 Connecticut College Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.conncoll.edu/ccnews_2001_2002 Recommended Citation Connecticut College, "College Voice Vol. 25 No. 3" (2001). 2001-2002. 19. https://digitalcommons.conncoll.edu/ccnews_2001_2002/19 This Newspaper is brought to you for free and open access by the Student Newspapers at Digital Commons @ Connecticut College. It has been accepted for inclusion in 2001-2002 by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Connecticut College. For more information, please contact [email protected]. The views expressed in this paper are solely those of the author. First Class U.S. POSW&C PAID Permit #35 New London, CT " . ,. PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY THE S7'UDfNTS OF CONNECTICUT COU.£GE VOLUMEXXV· NUMBER 3 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2001 CONNECTIClff COWCE, NEW LONDON, CT lJ'lSIDE: TERRORIST ArrACK LEAVES CONN REELING Campus Unites in " " Wake of Attack .' Bv COLEY WARD EDITOR-IN"C!UEP .. ~&E The campus community rallied together ., this week in the wake of the terrorist attacks -, on New York City and Washington D.C. 13SB concert brings pyrotech- Prayer services, a candle light vigil, and a nics, pop, and a multitude of paue! discussion were scheduled to help stu- ~Jtoos to latent fans. dents cope with the tragedy. A viewing area was set up in the student center so that stu- - dents could watch news updates; counseling , , was provided on a 24-hour basis; and a med- ical supply drive was conducted to collect blankets, tissues, bandages, pain relievers II and other toiletries. Classes and athletic events were held o~ -. Tuesday in order to maintain community connections at a time when they were most needed. "Classes provide a structure in which students can begin dealing with the implications of this national tragedy," said Interim President David Lewis in an email to the campus community. "Sporting events provide opportunities for students to seek support from their teammates and coaches." Above,rescue workers view the nibble of the World Trade Center From 2 World Some students are more directly effected • Library addition creates a new Financial Center in Lower Manhattan. (Michael Williamson, Washington Post) than others. A small number were known to -1;pace for quiet student study have missing relatives, including one parent = ~pace, displays Asian art. At right, Conn students gather snpplies Jar Red Cross relieJ effort. This was part oj who was confirmed dead, one stepmother a larger effort from the New London area. (Tselikis) who was presumed dead, one missing moth- I er, and one missing cousin. Several recent Conn Student Offers Account alumni worked in the World Trade Center towers, but all escaped the attack. of Washington Attack Roughly 200 students filled Palmer Auditorium for an ecumenical prayerservice By TIM S1'EVENS Tuesday afternoon. After President David K. Lewis and four chaplains spoke [0 students, SW"F WRITER most urging them to find solace in small Ricbard Rivas ran into the room and announced what many in groups or in calls home to family members, the nation already knew. they sat in silent reflection of the day's "Everything IS on tire. t's on . r· t~fTO"riStS/' he said, erv- events. comforting each other with hugs and ousty pacing the lobby of Congressional Hall. smiles. At first, no one reacted. At the panel discussion on Thursday SPORTS "I'm serious, I'm serious," he insisted. evening, students asked questions ranging His classmates remained frozen in place, unbelieving. Natalie from political to ethical. "I think we will see Hirt was first to break out of the stupor. As Hirt departed, another student said aloud, "Thank God it isn't a dual approach," said Susan Eckert Lynch "Oh God," she whispered before running back to her room, "I Thursday." All American Political students work at their internships '62 Professor of Government Alex Roberto Young and talented Men's have to call my parents." on Thursdays, the majority of which arc Hybel. "First, against a series of countries SOccer Team begins season It was in this way that the majority stu- Personal Perspective located in downtown Washington. that supported this group and then against the dents enrolled in the American Politics pro- strong with win over E.Conn. The rest of the students listlessly returned group responsihle. Will it he effective? I gram of American University's Washington Semester first heard to their donn just in time to see the second World Trade Center don't have the foggiest idea." about the series of hijacked plaue crashes that literally rocked the Tower collapse. It was a scene that would be played often through· MaryAnne BorrelLi, Associate Professor World Trade Center towers and the Pentagon . • continued on page 7 continued on page 7 Architecture Program Welcome On-Campus Studio By DANtELjARCHO that future breaches of shared governance could be avoided. STAFF WRI"R "The lack of student consultation with consideration to the Students and faculty of the Architectural Studies Program at remodeling of Burdick Dining Hall was disappointing," said Baker. Connecticut College now have au on-campus studio to call their "We communicated to [Vice-President for Administration Ulysses own, though for how long remains to be seen. Hammond] that the action was inappropriate and out of accordance Architectural design classes previously held downtown in the with the spirit of shared governance. He has given us his assurance Mercer Building in New London will now be held in the old that students will he consulted in matters of this kind in the future." Burdick dining room, which was left empty all of last year. Hammond said that students were not consulted because the The move to Burdick was precipitated by the decision not to decision was made over the summer when students were not on r;new Conn's lease on the second floor of the Mercer Building, campus. where the studio and several offices were located. When the "They weren't available at the time this happened at the end of College laid-off the employees in the offices, it was decided that the academic year aud I didn't make the decision until July. We the lease would not be renewed, and that a new space was needed looked at five other locations [for the studio] over the summer." for the studio. Hammond said a Space Management Sub-committee is being ;fhe decision to move the studio to Burdick was made over the formed to address future space utilizing issues. Glenn Dreyer, summer and student representatives were unable to be consulted. Arboretum Director and Associate Professor of Biology will chair SGA President Anne Baker '02 expressed disappointment that the continued on page 7 Eric Whidden opens wide for a nurse at the Health Center Center bouts bate been cut tbis faO.(Thomson) student government was left out of the decision, but was optimistic College Implements Alternatives to Future of Downtown Buildings Uncertain Late Night Health Service Hours Bv KATE WooDSOME By KATIE IlANDWHRGER time." while extending the development to the The decision to decrease the infirmary's STAt'P WRITER SW"F WRITER street hehind State. hours came at the recommendation of the With a signed contract, the Prism Group This fall, Health Center hours have been Health Services Review Committee which Cabrini Inc., the for-profit branch of the plans to contrihute $8 million to the under- cut and housefellows are being asked to met for the entire academic year of· 2000- NLDC, eradicated its overdue New London taking. Historic tax credits would con- make rounds as part of the college's new 2001. The College wants to follow the tax bill August 31 by paying the city tribute $4 million, while a proposed $10 health services strategy. national trend towards student health centers $43,239 in back taxes and interest. Taxes million contribution would come from New Tuition dollars were no longer carrying that emphasize health education, health pro- were owed on four downtown properties, London taxpayers. City councilors must the increasingly expensive costs of a 24 monon, disease prevention, and other issues including the Crocker House and the decide whether or not filling the $10 mil- hours infmnary. Consequently, the infmnary currently faced hy students. Cronin and Bacon Buildings located on lion gap ultimately would generate more was in danger of being shut down. As tuition This year the campus has been divided State Street. Cabrini did not pay its bills on tax revenue. Connecticut College is watch- increases 2-4% year, health care costs are into four sections (North, Central I, Central time on account of an objection to the ing closely the development of the project, rise at approximately 10%. Some compensa- 2, and South). Housefellows in each section amount due. as it holds the mortgages on the State Street tion was necessary. will make rounds on weekend nights looking Cabrini is now concentrating on finaliz- buildings. Dean of Student Life Katherine for potential hazards and students in distress. ing a contract with the Prism Group, an The College's board of trustees loaued WoodBrooks explained that limiting health Conway Campbell, Assistant Director of independent developer set to carry out the $1.7 million to Cahrini Inc. to purchase the center hours saved money on staffing. Residential Life, Housing & Student Life, renovations on the buildings. The $22 mil- Crocker House and the Cronin and Bacon "There are state regulations that say you said that, although this does in some way lion restoration project would create 90 Buildings in November 1998. To prevent have to have a doctor on call 24 hours a day," help compensate for the decreased Health upscale apartments and create retail space speculators from purchasing the properties said WoodBrooks.