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INSIDE FEATURES | PAGE 12 The Xavier University Newswire Published since 1915 by the students of Xavier University April 17, 2013 | Volume XCVIII | Issue 26 Fiat Justitia, Ruat Coelum xaviernewswire | www.thexunewswire.com | xaviernewswire XN Students honored for undergraduate research By Jenny Mendoza and contribution to society by re- environment at their institutions. ers increased, the Copy Editor maining active and involving un- NCUR also provides information Celebration was There were roughly 3000 dergraduates in research. NCUR’s on the importance of undergrad- moved to Cintas students representing over 300 leadership works to enhance re- uate research to state legislatures, Center. However, schools, from over 35 states search opportunities for faculty private foundations, government in order to encour- in this year’s National Council and students. NCUR also pro- agencies and the U.S. Congress. age more non-pre- on Undergraduate Research vides support for faculty develop- The conference included a vast senting students (NCUR). This year the confer- ment and welcomes faculty and range of academic disciplines. to interact with ence took place at the University administrators from all academic Thrity-five Xavier students at- the presenters, it of Wisconsin at LaCrosse. institutions. tended NCUR as well as Dr. Mack was moved to the The mission NCUR is to pro- Their publications and out- Mariani from the Political Science Gallagher Student mote undergraduate research reach activities are designed to Department and Dr. Mullins from Center. scholarship and creative activity share successful models and strat- the Chemistry Department. More recently, it done in partnership with faculty egies for establishing and institu- In addition to Xavier stu- was moved to the and/or other mentors as a vital tionalizing undergraduate research dents attending NCUR, the 2013 Connaton Learning component of higher education. programs. They assist administra- Celebration of Research and Commons (CLC). NCUR believes that faculty tors and faculty members in im- Creative Activity took place hon- The 2013 members enhance their teaching proving and assessing the research oring the achievements in the Celebration was areas of undergraduate re- held from 1:30 to search and creative activities 4:30 p.m. on April by students from all three 15th in the CLC colleges of the university. and had 150 stu- The Celebration began dent presenters in 1995, and the first sev- sharing the results Newswire Photo by Adam Spegele eral celebrations were held of their work either Senior biology major Chris Lagnese presented his in the foyer outside of as a poster or as an research on the circadian rhythms in Drosophila. Kelly Auditorium and in oral presentation. These students, ing seniors. classrooms of Alter Hall. who represented a variety of ma- The Celebration allows stu- Approximately 60 stu- jors and programs, had been men- dents to share their work, which dents participated in the tored by 38 faculty members. may represent a 2-year investment Newswire Photo by Adam Spegele first Celebration. As the Many of the projects were the of time, with the entire Xavier Xavier students presented their research both orally and with the aid of posters. number of student present- capstone experience for graduat- community. Praying for Boston Owl City and Neon Trees perform for Xavier SAC Spring Concert By Tim Wilmes group, led by singer Tyler Glenn, came on with Sports Editor a much more commanding presence than Owl Xavier University hosted its spring con- City and immediately got the crowd going. cert featuring Owl City and Neon Trees on After performing an upbeat opening song, Sunday night in Cintas Center. Glenn came up near the front of the crowd and The event was open to the public, as lo- began singing lyrics to the hit song “Animal” cal Cincinnatians and Xavier students alike (2009) unaccompanied by instruments. The filed into the lower bowl of Cintas Center crowd immediately responded in an uproar, to watch the two bands play. and the band started playing the song, request- Owl City was the opening act of the ing the crowd to sing along. night and played for about an hour before Neon Trees continued to play for the next a 30-minute intermission as the technical hour, accompanied by a number of stage exits crew set up for Neon Trees to perform. and shirt changes by Glenn. At the end of the Owl City got the crowd excited with concert, the band came back on stage and per- favorites such as “Fireflies” (2009) and formed their hit “Everybody Talks” (2011) as “Good Time” (2012), and overall had a an encore performance. good performance based on the crowd’s reaction. Although some students might ©2012 have been disappointed with the Owl City the Xavier Newswire hiring, students who attended the con- All rights reserved cert generally walked away with a fun and Newswire Photo by Adam Spegele worthwhile experience. The Xavier Student Government Association (SGA) and the Dorothy Day Center “It’s always a good time with Owl City,” for Faith and Justice (CFJ) worked together to hold a prayer service on Tuesday junior Paul Heintzman said after the con- night in Bellarmine Chapel to remember and honor those who were affected Advertising (513) 745-3561 by the tragedy that occured in Boston on Monday during the Boston Marathon. cert. “This concert was no different.” Circulation (513) 745-3130 The Xavier community will continue to keep those affected in its thoughts and After Owl City and the 30-minute inter- Editor-in-Chief (513) 745-3607 prayers as they recover from Monday’s horrific events. mission, Neon Trees came onto the stage www.thexunewswire.com with a bang and plenty of bass. The rock

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Xavier Newswire 2/Campus News XN April 17, 2013 Donuts for Darfur Xavier partners with local has sale this week H e r b e r s , business for student interns along with in the city, offers dining options mented on their own experiences By Lauren Young and details shopping sites, among of living at Xavier while interning Sexton and Staff Writer several St. other options. in Cincinnati and their utilization Xavier alum- Xavier University is home to In addition, Yocal has a 24/7 of BlackbookHR’s services. ni, started over 400 interns and co-ops from concierge service that permits an “I was an intern at P&G two a chapter all over the United States dur- intern to get his or her questions summers ago. It’s so easy to only when they ing the summer months. A tech- answered quickly, similar to Live go out in your personal neighbor- Newswire file photo came to nology startup company called Chat, which is available on most hood, but Blackbook opens my retail websites. eyes to all the other new areas of Donuts for Darfur sells donuts to students to help raise Xavier. BlackbookHR, which is headquar- awareness for genocide in Darfur Since then tered in Cincinnati, has partnered Xavier has been known for exquisite cuisines that Cincinnati Donuts for with Xavier to help interns adjust housing interns during the sum- has to offer,” one intern said. Darfur has to the city. mer from various parts of the “Also I love how I can just send a By Rebecca Bayens spread to many universities in the BlackbookHR aims to help nation. In 2012, Xavier hosted simple concierge request – about Staff Writer United States, and the Cincinnati people create genuine relation- interns planning to work at 50 sports leagues, yoga classes or chapter has raised approximately ships with those they work with of Cincinnati’s top companies in- tickets to upcoming events – and Donuts for Darfur will be sell- $20,000. as well as with the business com- cluding Procter & Gamble, GE someone always responds.” ing donuts for one dollar each “I love what we do,” Herbers munity. They do this by using the Aviation, Dunnhumby, Kroger, “The biggest advantage [of in from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on said. “I believe it is highly reward- interns’ Embeddedness Quotient, Macy’s, Fifth Third Bank and BlackbookHR] is that those not Friday, April 19, in Gallagher ing to be able to know that what a measure of how connected em- Deloitte. from the area can get insight into Student Center (GSC). we are doing here at Xavier (and ployees feel with their job as well By providing affordable hous- events that we otherwise wouldn’t Ed Herbers, Vice President all our other chapters) is part of a as their community. ing in a convenient location, Xavier know existed,” another intern of Donuts for Darfur, said in a movement to take a stand against This quotient was gener- has become a perfect place to stay said. recent email that the group “is a injustice and get people to think ated by Dr. Brooks Holtom of for those interning in Cincinnati. “Using Blackbook as a resource social justice club…whose mis- beyond themselves.” Georgetown University. Holtom’s “Xavier understands that by during my internship would have sion is to raise awareness of the All donuts are donated by research uncovered the fact that using our internship housing pro- ensured chances to meet new ongoing genocide in Darfur.” Busken Bakery. People who are employees who were highly em- grams, companies are doing ev- people, try new things, and truly The group not only raises interested in volunteering with bedded were more loyal, had in- erything they can to attract and figure out if this was the place I awareness but also raises funds the group can either stop by the creased retention and displayed retain people who will be valu- wanted to eventually live,” a third through donut sales several times table in GSC on Friday or email higher performance levels than able to their company for years to intern said. during the school year. [email protected]. those who were less embedded. come,” Joe Christman, Director The money raised is used to “So often when we read about Using that research, of Gallagher Student Center and purchase solar cooking ovens and the conditions that people face BlackbookHR has developed an Summer Conference Programs, food supplies for refugee women in other parts of the world, es- app called Yocal that will help in- said. and children in Darfur. pecially in Darfur, it is so easy to terns develop impactful relation- “We know that if an intern Donuts for Darfur is incor- think I can’t possibly do anything ships in the workplace. The app has a good living experience in porated under the non-profit to help them from here,” Herbers uses pre-obtained information Cincinnati, their work experience Concordia-Humana, which was said. “Donuts for Darfur makes it about the intern’s community, is more likely to be better as well Photo courtesy of college.monster.com founded by former Xavier student possible for people to help make in accordance with the intern’s and they are more likely to accept Danny Sexton. a difference, even if it is by doing interests. a job here when they graduate,” Andrew Koch, Campus News Editor Phone: (513) 377-5304 The group began in 2008 at St. something as simple as buying a In doing so, Yocal notifies the Christman said. [email protected] Xavier High School in Cincinnati. donut.” intern of events that take place A few anonymous interns com-

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Happy RA Appreciation Day 2013!! XAVIER NEWSWIRE 4/Campus News XN April 17, 2013 - Paid Advertisements - XU to commemorate Pacem in Terris Attention!!! University to host lecture, high school program for 50th anniversary of encylclical All Xavier Students Important Off-Campus Housing BY MEREDITH FRANCIS keeping with Pope John XXIII’s the name of Francis as ‘the man encyclical. of peace,’” Lim said. “Today’s Campus News Editor Information Additionally, 350 high school headlines tell us that Pope John’s To commemorate the 50th an- students will visit campus for a se- plea to stop the arms race has niversary of Pope John XXIII’s ries of events called “New Hope not been heeded and there is ****OFF CAMPUS HOUSING FOR 2013-2014*** encyclical entitled Pacem in Terris to the World: Called by our Faith still much work to be done to 2,3,4 and 5 bedroom houses walking distance to (Peace on Earth), Xavier will host to be Peacemakers.” The day is promote the universal common both a lecture and a high school designed to encourage students to good in the challenges brought by campus. Laundry, off street parking, full sized program as part of the Year in carry out Pope John XXIII’s mes- globalization.” bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens. Less than 5 Faith celebration. sage of peace from the encyclical. For those interested in at- Xavier has worked in coordi- The students will attend break- tending, Carr’s lecture will take minutes walking to center of campus. Please contact nation with the Archdiocese of out sessions led by various civic place from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Doug Spitz at: 513.616.3798 or [email protected] Cincinnati, the College of Mount leaders, Xavier and College of Thursday, April 18 in the Schiff St. Joseph, the Intercommunity Mount St. Joseph professors and Conference Center in Cintas ****OFF CAMPUS HOUSING FOR 2013*** Justice and Peace Center and the Xavier students. Center. Educating for Peace Coalition to About 15 sessions are avail- To learn more, go to the Xavier Available for immediate occupancy. 2,3,4 and 5 bring the events to campus. able to students and incorpo- University Center for Mission and bedroom houses walking distance to campus. Laundry, According to the Center for rate themes of peace and justice. Identity’s website at www.xavier. off street parking, full sized bedrooms, fully equipped Mission and Identity website, the Students will also have the oppor- edu/mission-identity. Year in Faith is a period in which tunity to medi- kitchens. Less than 5 minutes walking to center of “Catholics around the world are tate, create a campus. Please contact Doug Spitz at: 513.616.3798 or encouraged to study and reflect mosaic and on the documents of Vatican II participate [email protected] and the Catechism of the Catholic in other art Church.” projects. The Pacem in Terris 50th anni- Jean Lim, Oxford Apartments versary events give local Catholics an adjunct 1005 –1007 Dana Ave an opportunity to reflect on Pope professor of John XXIII’s important docu- theology, com-  1 bedroom apartments ment, which he issued in 1963. mented on the  Affordable - $425 and up On Thursday evening, John relevance of  Free heat & water Carr, executive director of Pacem in Terris  Walk to XU campus the Justice, Peace and Human so many years  Cable & Satellite hook-ups Development Department of after its publi-  Equipped kitchen the U.S. Conference of Catholic cation. “Pope  Full bathroom Bishops, will give a lecture enti- Francis re-  Air conditioning tled “Pacem in Terris: Called by our minded us of  Parking Faith to be Peacemakers.” The the relevance photo courtesy of Center for Mission and Identity lecture will touch on:::” themes of of Pacem in The above circles represent Pope John XXIII’s encylical, Manager: Art Office: human rights, international rela- Terris today reminding Catholics that the foundation of peace is the 513-300-1887 513-474-5093 tions and the global community in when he took respect for human nature and dignity.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (513) 731-2800 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WWW.XURENTS.COM Xavier Newswire April 17, 2013 XN Campus News/5 5K Charity race raises money for Glad House POLICE Children’s Charity Club holds race for more than 100 student, faculty and community runners NOTES A while walking back from a handgun in front of stu- By Rebecca Bayens said. April 10, 10:16 p.m. – Staff Writer The race began on Xavier’s student reported the theft party. The student was lo- dents as they exited a house campus. From there, runners fol- of a wallet and cell phone, cated and cited by Norwood party in the 1400 block of The Children’s Charity Club lowed a course around the sur- which were left unattended Police. Dana Avenue. Subjects were (CCC) hosted its fourth annual rounding Norwood area. A total on the basketball courts. gone on arrival of police. Children’s Charity Chase. of 119 students, faculty members April 13, 8:41 p.m. – A public safety notice and The donations for this year’s and non-XU community mem- 5K, held this past Saturday, April bers participated in the run. April 11, 9:32 a.m. – The Xavier Police assisted Nor- Twitter notice were posted. 13, went towards Glad House, a There were 77 pre-registered Cincinnati Fire Department wood Police in dispersing a Cincinnati mental health and pre- runners and 42 runners who reg- responded to a fire alarm in student house party in the April 14, 7:08 p.m. – A vention agency that provides ser- istered the day of the race. The the CLC. Investigation re- 2000 block of Wayland Ave- student reported being ha- vices for at-risk youth. CCC was proud to announce that vealed that a beam detector nue. Norwood Police arrest- rassed by a former room- they raised $2,370 in donations. “This amazing organization in the ceiling was accidently ed two students for running mate. Investigation pending. works to empower children and “The mission of Children’s families to break the cycle of Charity Club is to serve and ad- tripped by a sub-contract a disorderly house. addiction,” CCC Vice President vocate on the behalf of children painter. Megan Milo said. and children’s charities through April 13, 11:35 p.m. – Note of the The organization offers coun- a combination of work, ser- April 13, 12:30 a.m. – Xavier Police assisted Resi- seling, addiction prevention edu- vice and fundraising,” Milo said. Residence Life reported an dence Life with a room Week “Sponsoring the organization cation, recreational activities and underage student carrying search in Buenger Hall. A academic support. with our annual 5K allows us to That’s a bad sign... Additionally, Glad House share its mission, offer a financial an open container in the small amount of marijuana April 9, 11:45 a.m. – hopes to break the poverty, vio- donation, but more importantly, lobby of Kuhlman Hall. An and paraphernalia were con- lence, neglect and crime cycles by show the staff and families of investigation is pending. fiscated. Students will face A student was warned for creating positive role models in Glad House that we support and internal disciplinary action. kicking over signs on the the lives of at-risk children. encourage their efforts.” April 13, 7:28 p.m. – Xavier yard in front of “Our club members have been Xavier Police assisted Nor- April 14, 12:53 a.m. – Fenwick Place. The stu- working all semester with the af- Meredith Francis, Campus News Editor dent was reportedly upset ter-school program. We tutor, do Phone: 502-533-7272 wood Police in locating a Xavier Police and Cincinnati about failing a test. art activities and spend time with [email protected] student who urinated on Police investigated a report these amazing children,” Milo the side of someone’s house of a subject brandishing a - Paid Advertisements - -Classifieds- JOB OPPORTUNITY : Nanny Needed: • Full-Time/ Part-Time in Kenwood Mall Area • 20-40 hours/week at $12-$15 per hour If interested, Contact: Kelly Sedler (513) 478-5432 FOR RENT: Wonderful apartments across from XU • From studios to three bedroom apartments (and in-between!) • Summer and/or next school year. Contact : [email protected] for information Apartment on Spencer Ave • Available for 2013-2014 School Year • 3BR $1230/month ($410 /student for three students) • Walk/bike to school, call (no text!) Contact: John at (513)288-0427 to schedule a tour. Attention all Seniors! • Seniors: Looking for a new apartment for after graduation? • A limited number of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments are still available for rent at 1750 and 1760 Cleneay. • These quiet and affordable apartments will help you transition from college life, while practically staying on campus. • We will also help you by offering one month free when you sign a lease! You cannot find a deal like this anywhere else. • Call (513) 731-2800 or visit www.xurents.com Attention Seniors: • Looking for a house to rent after graduation? Two houses are available for rent at 1604 and 1617 Potter Place. • These updated houses will help you transition from college life, while practically staying on campus. • We will also help you by offering one month free when you sign a lease! • Call (513) 731-2800 or visit www.xurents.com for more info Live with your friends at Newton House Make next school year epic. Newly remodeled, vintage house within easy walking distance to class. Four bedrooms, two baths, free washer/dryer, large common rooms, huge attic, and lockable/privacy-fenced back yard for entertaining. Visit www. XNewtonHouse.com or call Rob at (513) 460-1802. (p.s. Houses this close to campus go fast; your parents will approve.) Xavier Newswire 6/Sports XN April 17, 2013 XU Running Club makes great strides Xavier golf teams By Tim Wilmes week activities. on par this spring Sports Editor “It’s always a training that we The Xavier University Running all enjoy,” Childers said. “It allows By Nikhil Jelaji Club, started in 2008, has sought to everyone to do the workout in the Staff Writer serve runners of all kind, whether same place and cheer each other its members are simply hoping on even though everyone is run- The Xavier University men’s to run a half-mile or if they have ning at different paces.” golf team finished second in the been running all of their lives. While there is a lot of training six-team, two-round Detroit Club Members meet by the big involved, club members are re- Invitational on Friday, April 12. tree between the Husman and warded for their hard work by get- The team racked up a five- Kuhlman residence halls every ting to run in various local compe- player total of 722 with Michigan Tuesday and Thursday at 4:30 p.m. titions throughout Cincinnati. winning the event with a score of to go for runs, rain or shine. Each year the Running Club 709. Inclusion is a top priority for is incredibly active in local rac- Three Musketeers finished the the Running Club, as they accept es, participating in the Reggae invitational among the top eight members of all kinds, and each Run, a costumed Halloween race golfers. with different goals. called the Run Like Hell 5K, the Senior Aaron Siekmann and The club is about more than just Jingle Bell Run and the Flying Pig Photo courtesy of Caleb Chilers sophomore Tanapol Vattanapisit running every few days — in fact, Marathon. cess came two weeks ago at the ahead of it still. tied for fourth place at two-over one of the most important objec- The Running Club is more National Intercollegiate Running Three of the four officers for par 142. tives of the club is providing an than just a competitive team, Club Association (NIRCA) races next year’s club will be sopho- Junior Yuki Kato finished environment for improvement. however. This club, just as much in Bloomington, Ind. mores, and the club hopes to use eighth with a three-over par 143. “We're a competitive club and as any other, operates like a close- The club, which has been a this youth to continue building on Sophomore Connor Tendall broke have so many members that want knit family. member of the NIRCA since what it achieved during the 2012- the top 20 with a final-round 67, to continue to run their best,” “The graduating officers are 2011, raced in the NIRCA nation- 13 school year. finishing at 147. This was the low- President Caleb Childers said. all seniors who have been good al championships for the first time No matter what might be in est single-round score of the day. “We strive to provide that for our friends ever since we were fresh- in club history. store for the Running Club next A notable absence from the in- members.” men here,” Childers said. “Both races were fantastic ex- year, one thing is certain: the club’s vitational was Xavier’s top golfer, As runners continually push This familial bond that the of- periences,” Childers said. “We all members will continue to operate sophomore Korey Ward did not themselves to achieve their goals, ficers share extends to all of the loved being able to compete at a like a family and keep striving to make the trip to Michigan. the Running Club comes closer athletes who make up the Running level like that after our high school reach their goals together. And in Two courses were played at the together as one cohesive team. Club. running careers had ended.” this club, there is always room for Detroit Golf Club by the six par- Every Thursday, club mem- Members not only share in each Most impressive of all, junior anyone who is interested. ticipating teams, a par-72, 6936- bers gather together to compete other’s pain and agony through Sara Wilson placed fifth in the “We accept runners of all yard layout and a par-68, 5983- in speed workouts, usually partak- tough runs around Norwood or in women’s long jump competition kinds,” Childers said. “Whether yard layout. ing in track intervals to improve as tough defeats, but also cheer each and earned All-American honors. you run ultra-marathons or half a The Musketeers play in the runners. While this certainly can other on at different meets and re- With such feats of success mile, we want you in the club be- Rutherford Invitational this week- be a demanding training exercise, joice in each other’s successes. and high-level participation, the cause we're all bound together by end in Happy Valley, Pa. club members love these once-a- One such incident of suc- Running Club has a great future running.” Baseball sweeps in Evansville, Ind. By Danny O’malley runs for Xavier with two. Coach Mack’s Staff Writer Evansville produced four er- The Xavier University men’s rors while Xavier had none. Tweet of the Photo courtesy of Abby Fischer baseball team is now 18-15 af- Xavier hit double-digits in the ter winning nine of their last 10 hitting column again with 10 hits week games. Most recently, the team during the ballgame. Redshirt se- swept the Evansville Purple Aces nior centerfielder Mark Elwell led in a three-game series. the way, going three for four in the The Musketeers won the first game game 9-7, the second game 3-2 Sophomore first baseman Joe and finalized the sweep with a 4-3 Forney and junior left fielder win. Tres Eberhardt both went 2-4 in Senior pitcher Jon Richard the ballgame with Forney scoring began the first game, hurling six twice and Eberhardt once. scoreless innings and striking out Senior third baseman Stephen five. Schoettmer led the team in RBIs Head men’s basketball coach Junior Vinny Nittoli led the with two, while Eberhardt had Chris Mack is considered one team with two hits and three RBIs one RBI. as Xavier’s offense produced 11 Sophomore pitcher Jacob of the funniest tweeters in hits. Bodner got the win in the game college basketball. Sophomore catcher Derek making his record 2-1 on the In the last game, Xavier was lift- Hasenbeck was able to touch year. He relieved sophomore ed to a win by senior centerfielder @NewswireSports home three times and go 2-4. Alex Westrick in the sixth inning. Daniel Rod’s three-run homerun. picked their favorite for the Senior shortstop Patrick Bodner went 2.2 innings and gave Rod went 3-4 in the game and fin- Paligraf scored the second most up one hit and no runs. ished with three RBIs. week. Paligraf had a good perfor- mance at the plate as he went 3-5. @CoachChrisMack: When Redshirt senior pitcher Tyler Koors pitched a full seven in- Tiger putts the whole world nings, gave up two earned runs, stops and holds their breath.. fanned four batters and received his fourth win on the season. Ice water in his veins. When “Starting pitching is our I tee off with a group behind strength this year and I like how me I want to cry. they have thrown so far,” head coach Scott Googins said on the performance of his pitching staff. Be sure to check out This weekend the Musketeers play Charlotte at home in a three @xaviernewswire game series. and @NewswireSports Tim Wilmes, Sports Editor Phone: 745-3607 for all your latest Newswire file photo [email protected] Xavier news. XU baseball slides into Evansville over the weekend and scores a sweep. Xavier Newswire April 17, 2013 XN Sports/7 Tennis, Golf prep for finales Track keeps form in Tennessee By Kyle Isaacs will conclude their season in By Caleb Childers the showcase heat was sophomore Olympic heroes Ashton Eaton Staff Writer Southport, N.C., competing in Staff Writer Audrey Ramos, who came in 11th and Carmelita Jeter will be com- The madness may have ended the Colonial Athletic Conference Last weekend, Xavier track and place. peting as well as other notable in March, but the postseason lives Championship on April 19. field faced its toughest competi- The women’s 4x800-meter re- runners such as Alexi Pappas. on for many of Xavier’s athletic The team is fresh off a sec- tion of the season at the Sea Ray lay ran a 9:21.82 placing them in Xavier will be bringing a strong teams. ond-place finish at the Wyoming Relays, hosted by the University sixth place for the event. Juniors distance squad that is ready to Several teams are still in action Cowgirl Classic, which concluded of Tennessee, and the team rose Abby Fischer, Clare Fischer and compete. Fresh off of her sev- with tournaments coming up as their run of six top-five finishes to the occasion. Madison Riethman and senior enth place finish at the Sea Ray the semester comes to a close. this season. The Musketeers had 10 athletes Kaitlin Price competed in the Relays, Clark will compete in In what will be the final sea- Last season the Musketeers fin- with a top-10 finish against top event. Abby Fischer ran a 2:17 leg the 1,500-meter run again and son for Xavier’s programs in the ished in fourth place in the cham- competition such as Wisconsin, to lead the group. the 800-meter run. Both Clare Atlantic 10, each team is looking pionship round. Purdue, Ohio State and Indiana On the men’s side, senior Hank and Abby Fischer will run in the to secure a championship to add Led by senior Breanna Patz State. Geer picked up points in the 10,000-meter run. to Xavier’s pedigree. and sophomore Abby Smith, the With such tough competition, 5,000-meter run with a fifth place On the men’s side, Geer will The men’s tennis team will women’s team will look to im- the Musketeers are looking to pre- finish. He ran a time of 14:42.78 compete in the 5,000-meter run head to Mason, Ohio tomorrow prove on its performance from pare for the prestigious Mt. Sac and narrowly lost to runners from while junior Tom Ohlman will run to begin the A-10 Tournament last year. Relays this coming weekend in Middle Tennessee State and Miami in the 3,000-meter steeplechase. and the women’s team will travel The men’s golf team will head California and for the the Atlantic of Ohio. After the Mt. Sac Relays, the to Charlottesville, Va. to Pennsylvania this weekend for 10 Championships in May. “Hank ran an impressive race. team will head to Charlotte, N.C. The men’s team finished the the Rutherford Invitational before Leading the way on the wom- He was in a very good field with for the A-10 outdoor track and regular season with a record of starting the A-10 Championship en’s side was senior Rachel Clark the Wisconsin and Purdue run- field championships. 18-4 and swept through the con- the following weekend in Coral who placed seventh in the wom- ners and almost set his PR,” head This past indoor season, Krcal ference, remaining unbeaten at Springs, Fla. en’s 1500-meter run. She ran in coach Ryan Orner said. placed first in the men’s pole vault, 8-0 in league play. The men’s team also finished the showcase heat and finished Junior Craig Krcal finished in and the team is looking for him to As the top seed in the tour- second this past weekend at the with a time of 4:37.26. Also in ninth place in the pole vault and continue his success in the event. nament, the men will have a bye Detroit Golf Club Invitational. in 15th place in the javelin. His Ohlman is also looking for suc- in the first round and will start Senior Aaron Siekman finished Mt. Sac Relays height was 4.60 meters in the pole cess. He placed third in the indoor play on April 26 against the win- in fourth place at the event on vault. 3,000-meter run and has been fo- ner of the No. 8 and No. 9-seed Saturday. location:Walnut, This weekend the Musketeers cusing on the 3,000-meter steeple- matchup. The Musketeers tied for second California will be sending their best runners chase this season. The women’s tennis team also in last year’s A-10 Championship, Miles from campus: 2,156 to the Mt. Sac Relays. The team will also be looking went undefeated in conference just two strokes behind the The event is one of the most for a strong showing from seniors play, going 9-0 in the league to fin- champion George Washington Runners in good form: famous track meets and features Evan Betts and David Gibson in ish the season with a 17-5 overall University. Abby Fischer athletes from around the world. the 110-meter hurdles and long record. Both track and field teams re- Hank Geer Schools such as Arkansas, jump respectively. In doing so, the Musketeers main in action. Their postseason Runners to watch: Colorado and Oregon will be The team also looks to improve earned a first-round bye and will does not begin until May 4 at the Rachel Clark there alongside professional teams on its total points and be among start tournament play on Friday. A-10 Outdoor Championships in Tom Ohlman such as Nike, the Oregon Track the top schools in the A-10 this The women’s golf team Charlotte, N.C. 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It Managing Editor Ka t h e r i n e Co l b o r n Monday, a couple hours after both bombings have taken the lives of could have been in London this of the winners in the men’s and three individuals, including one weekend or Cincinnati in three Business and Advertising Managers Jo e Lu d w i g , Am a n d a Jo n e s women’s elite races had crossed child, while other national trag- weeks time. the line, a large explosion rang out edies have resulted in more than As we write this editorial in on Boylston Ave, followed shortly 20 people dead. Maybe it was the the Newswire office, our hearts go Distribution Manager Co r b i n Sa b o l by another. One minute, down- manner in which the bombings out to all of the victims and their Advisor Pa t r i ck La r k i n town Boston was in the middle occurred. In Iraq, Afghanistan families. of its annual Patriot’s Day cel- and Turkey, recent bombings have Extra prayers are being direct- Online Editor Tr e y Jo u r n i g a n ebration with thousands cheering rocked cities in much the same ed towards the Boston commu- Op-Ed Editor: Pe t e r Ad a m s on the runners making their way way as Boston — with much more nity. We hope that the authorities Photo Editor: An d r e w Ma t s u s h i t a towards the finish, just over the 4 carnage. will quickly find those responsible Photographers: Li b b y Ke ll e r , Li z Go o l d , Sa r a b e t h Cu d d i h y , Mac hour mark. The next, the Boston A bomb in a crowded street in and will bring justice for those Sc h r o e d e r , Ky l e Da n i e l s , Ad a m Sp e g e l e Marathon became the site of the Baghdad or Boston doesn’t create affected. Head Copy Editor: Jo h n App e l d o r n Copy Editors: s a r a h n i m m o , c o r e y z i e l i n s k i , El i z a b e t h Bo u s s o n , Magg i e first successful act of terrorism on nearly the same sight as flying a We wait urgently for the time Be h a m , Je n n y Me n d o z a , Kr i s t e n Gallag h e r , Sa r a h Ro v e d a , Ka t e l y n American soil since 9/11. plane into a building, but the ef- when terror will no longer be a Su u m m e r s , Am e l i a St u l t z , Ke l s e y McCa r t y , J.C. Go n z al e z , Ca m m i e The reaction on campus was fect is still the same. Bostonians weapon and when the power of Tu e l , Ro b e r t Li s i e ck i mixed. Some, mainly native New felt fear, panic and terror on that love will overwhelm all. Englanders or sporting aficiona- day. While the initial shock has Whether you were directly af- dos, were horrified at the events (maybe) subsided, it will never fected by the terrorism in Boston, that were unfolding. And why completely go away — much like or didn’t even stop to pray before On the Web: shouldn’t they have been? Bombs post 9/11 New York. checking in on the Kardashians, www.thexunewswire.com were placed in trash cans along Make no mistake: no matter go out for a run today. Go out the finishing route of quite possi- the roots of this attack, foreign for several runs in the next week. The Xavier Newswire ions of a columnist do not bly the world’s most famous mara- or domestic, this is terrorism in its Do your singular part to show the is published weekly necessarily reflect those of thon event. basic form. world that the actions of a few do throughout the school editors or general staff. However, much of campus Four explosive devices (two not reflect us all. year, except during vaca- Subscription rates are seemed to just tick on as if noth- were found and detonated by au- We are Xavier Nation. We are ing ever happened. 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Last week, Associate Provost of events, but more importantly doors, only becoming public after member each week and Advertising inquiries Dave Johnson announced that giving students a safe place away the decision had been finalized. do not necessarily reflect should be directed to the next year the Women’s Center and from the center of campus, in For two organizations that rely the sentiments of the en- Advertising Manager, as the Office of Multicultural Affairs which they can find help for a va- completely on student support for will merge into what he called the riety of problems. Mr. Johnson’s their success, shouldn’t students tire staff. They are also well. not the sole responsibil- Office of Gender and Diversity. goal is to place this new Office have had at least some say in the One copy of the Xavier Mr. Johnson believes that a merg- of Gender and Diversity right in decision to merge? The worst part ity of the Opinions and Newswire, distributed on er of these two offices will allow the middle of Gallagher Student is how students are continually re- Editorials editor to write. campus, is free per person them to better address the needs Center, a huge deterrent for any- assured that they play an impor- The statements and per week. Additional cop- of the Xavier community. In re- one looking to utilize the Women’s tant role in further development, opinions of the Xavier ies are 25 cents. ality, this merger will effectively Center discretely. The Office of even though it seems as if all the destroy one of Xavier’s most im- Multicultural affairs will suffer important decisions have already Newswire are not neces- Xavier University is an sarily those of the stu- portant offices while simultane- as well, losing the close sense of been made. academic community com- ously diluting the effectiveness of community that makes the office dent body, faculty or ad- mitted to equal opportunity the other. The Women’s Center is so successful. One of the biggest Michael Lario ministration of Xavier. for all persons. a vital part of the Xavier commu- issues with this proposed merger Class of 2014 The statements and opin- nity, not only hosting a wide range is that it was done behind closed

I read, with considerable inter- groups or endeavors, was judged High School, I was exposed to the est, the message from President against this concept. Not only best of what Catholicism can be: Father Graham S.J. in the Xavier was the majority of the ‘outside’ enlivening, enlightening, engag- Today newsletter regarding the secular world found lacking and ing and confident yet, welcom- Want to Jesuit Catholic Identity Task inferior, but also far too many ing. My experiences at my under- Force. As a student from another members of the campus commu- graduate college reflected little of Catholic university, several years nity itself. this and showed me the worst of ago, I witnessed my college at This included not only non- Catholicism. I am proud to now write for the that time undergo major changes Catholic campus members of be a part of the Xavier University in conjunction with a strong em- good will and great talent, but also community, which consistently phasis on embracing its “Catholic many campus members whose embodies the best of Catholicism. Identity.” That endeavor brought notions of Catholicism were As it explores and seeks to em- Newswire? several problems that I hope the “wrong” including several campus body the heart of what it means You can send in an application any time Xavier task force and campus ministers. to be Catholic and Jesuit, I urge by clicking the link on the “Newswire” community will be wise enough to I have many reasons to be- all those involved to avoid the pit- avoid in its current process. lieve that the endeavor at Xavier falls of exclusion and narrow con- tab of the MyXU Portal, or by sending In the case of my former University can and will be much cepts of the full, rich tradition of an inquiry to [email protected]. We school, the concept of “Catholic stronger and more positive. The Catholicism. In so doing, Xavier Identity” ended up being used fact that this endeavor at Xavier is can continue to embody the best are currently in need of news writers as a litmus test of all value. A wide-reaching and open to greater of what it means to be Catholic and a features editor. Please email if vague and very limited notion of input for the discernment process & Jesuit. interested. Catholic identity was treated as a puts it on better foundations from wall which set the campus apart the beginning. Sean Murphy from society. The ultimate value In the course of growing up in Women’s Club Lacrosse Coach of individuals, as much as campus Cincinnati and attending a Jesuit Xavier Newswire April 17, 2013 XN Op-Ed/9 Reflection on the power of individuality Robert Lisiecki discusses the importance individuality has played during his college career s my remaining days must ask myself: is my boredom While I realize I have controlled need to take a step back and con- us. Certainly, we cannot control at college wane, I can- my friends’ fault? Are the failures my destiny, I have also often sider this point from time to time. natural law. What we can control, Dearest Newswire Anot help but reflect on of my college experience Xavier’s struggled with not being able to Whether it is with family, friends though, is ourselves. my experience. For those of you fault? control others’ lives. For instance, or others, one can only do so If we learn to utilize the indi- who do not know me, I am fairly If I am to be fair, I must truth- as an “all- viduality we famous for walking around cam- fully answer no. Maybe Xavier knowing” have been pus with my hood up and iPod is not the university I originally big brother, “I believe that while people can be afforded and jamming so I can avoid talking dreamt it to be, but I did not al- I have con- stop trying to people (my cover is blown). I ways pursue the wealth of options stantly tried given tools for success or failure, to find -ex have also been known with which to drop cuses for our to be a tad snarky when it provided knowledge it ultimately comes down to the ineptitudes, I discussing my experience me. I have on my truly believe at Xavier. Joking aside, I witnessed so sister. both our would like to be serious many people I feel individual.” experiences for a moment. enjoy their like at some Robert Lisiecki , Head Copy Editor and how oth- I must make a con- experiences point in ers experi- fession: I have made nu- to a vastly life, we all ence us can merous mistakes here, greater de- know someone like my sister — much for another person. It is the be much better. If you do things both through action and gree because someone you desperately want to beauty (and sometimes tragedy) that make you happy, you can ex- inaction. they sought help, but never seem to be able to of life. As individuals, as free- ude that happiness to others. I often complain to out opportu- reach to the capacity you desire. I willed beings, we have the ability I am writing this article for people (usually joking- nities. am slowly realizing that I cannot to choose and must face the con- everyone at this university, for ly) about my dearth of As for change her. Furthermore, I will sequences of our choices. anyone who will read it, for my friends or my lack of sat- my “dearth never know what life is like in her While I believe we cannot ulti- family and probably most impor- isfaction with this univer- of friends,” shoes. While we are siblings, we mately control others (unless you tantly (how selfish) myself. Life is sity. I sometimes wonder Robert that is again do not share an identical genetic have some super secret powers), I constantly teaching us with expe- if I should have gone to a totally on makeup nor do we share the same believe we have the ability to con- riences that allow us to hopefully different university. Lisiecki me. I have experiences. trol our own lives. learn. Would things have Head Copy Editor not always As hard as it is for me to admit, I believe that while people can Like many people, I would as- been different? Would I been active I cannot force her to do things be given tools for success or fail- sume, I am leaving this university have a larger friend cir- in seeking my way. She is her own person, ure, it ultimately comes down to with some regrets. Hopefully, cle? Would I have been more chal- out friendships or finding people makes her own choices and faces the individual. While a situation’s though, I will learn and grow from lenged? Would I have been more to hang out with. Many wonder- her own consequences. Whether outcome may be random, we can my mistakes, and maybe someone active? It is really hard to say. fully interesting people attend this she learns or not is up to her. never know “what if ” unless we reading this now will realize life is I cannot change my decision. I university, and I have found my Granted, I can help her along the place ourselves in it. waiting for him or her to take the do not see the point in lamenting best times to have come when I way, but I need to learn to let her Sure, we cannot choose our reins. If you are willing to con- over this fact since it is permanent. stepped out of my comfort zone be her. family or genetic makeup. Yes, trol your life, opportunities will be However, upon self-reflection I and joined said people. Importantly, I think we all people can have an influence on plentiful. Life is too short Andrew Bush takes time to thank all the people who have made a differnce during his time at Xavier

would like to dedicate this tough times and stood by my side. rooms 103 and 415 that year, too. Another incredibly key figure continued to be important parts article to thanking people Finally I want to thank my first se- It is essential that I thank Mario to emerge in my life was Father of my life. Furthermore, I I that helped to make my mester RA Derek who introduced Mercurio for the velour jackets he Albert Bischoff. want to thank time here at Xavier won- I will always Jeff Girton derful and something I be grateful for and Professor would not give back for what he means Michele Bailes anything. I learned a great “Each of my four years here was filled to me and for the classes deal about myself and how he helped they taught this about the world around with experiences that were both good me grow as a year. They have us. Each of my four years person. helped to make here was filled with expe- and bad, but always valuable toward I am also my senior year riences that were both very fortunate challenging and good and bad, but always making me who I am now.” that my friend enjoyable. valuable toward making Jonny and my Finally, as I me who I am now. girlfriend Jamie look at my time My freshman year I Andrew Bush, Columnist came into my at Xavier I have started out with a pretty life. found many difficult beginning and I am so people to be there were some central grateful that I thankful for and figures who were really important me to painting up at basketball brought out to my buddies and I got to know them I was able to list to helping me make it through games, which would go on to be- before the game against Western both much better Andrew some of them, that year. Adrian Schiess, Father come a big part of my time here. Michigan University that year. that year. while I know I Joe Wagner and Professor Mack My sophomore year was filled Additionally, I want to thank My senior year Bush could have list- Mariani were three figures who with a lot of great times and a lot Alejandro Mandel who helped me has been filled ed many more. helped me navigate through some of new friends. finally get through Spanish. with lasting mem- Columnist Lastly, I want to incredibly tough tribulations I am very thankful for Peter, My junior year was another year ories and some thank some of that year. All of their roles were Nick and Jose, three of the best filled with a couple hard times and interesting inter- the most impor- a little different but incredibly friends I made that year. There some growth for me as a person. I actions that have made it the most tant people: my roommate Mike, meaningful. were countless other friends I want to thank Professor Timothy unique year out of all of my time my parents and family for stick- Furthermore, I want to thank made that year, many of whom Quinn and Professor Pamela Roy here. This year, I am thankful that ing behind me throughout these three friends; Matt, Spencer and I consider some of my closest for making philosophy and biol- Ron and Ryan emerged in my life four years. I would not have Cassidy. These three helped to friends. ogy enjoyable for me, which is far as close friends, while many of made it without their prayers and hold me together through some I have many fond memories of from what I expected them to be. the other fore mentioned friends support. Xavier Newswire 10 / Arts & Entertainment XN April 17, 2013 XU Concert Choir’s final recital Evil Dead chills bones Zachary julian Staff Writer and churns stomachs For the past two Grant Vance self-mutilation and adds to the months, the Xavier Staff Writer “over-the-top” atmosphere of the University Concert film, but it could be a turn-off for Choir has been pre- In contrast to recent horror those with a weaker stomach. paring to perform in films, Evil Dead re-animates the The cast is also to be com- conjunction with the drive of modern horror films.Evil mended. This truly was a memo- College-Conservatory Dead is more than just a remake of rable roster of “deadites” consid- of Music at the Sam Raimi’s cult classic; it is an ex- ering how small time they are. University of ample of just how fun and exhila- The somewhat jerky Eric, Cincinnati (CCM). rating the horror genre can be. played by Lou Taylor Pucci, was The music, a spring Whether you have seen the one of my favorite movie charac- symphony com- original film or this is your first ters in recent memory. posed by Benjamin time to the “cabin in the woods,” Director Fede Alvarez really Britten, is something this film goes a long way in terms puts these thespians to good use diffenent from the of scares. in his wonderfully orchestrated Concert Choir’s usual Personally, I think the original is masterpiece. repertoire. one of the more frightening mov- With a sequel in the works, ies out there, so getting to see a Raimi has hinted at an Army of However, they Newswire photo courtesy of Sarabeth Cuddihy couldn’t be more ex- XU Concert Choir will perform the Spring Symphony in conjuction with CCM’s Chorale. modern-day twist with more prac- Darkness 2 and a rumored cross- cited to perform the piece. tical effects was certainly a treat. over of the universes. There is Along with CCM’s Chorale, usher in the arrival of spring. But when you bring everyone to- If the scares aren’t enough for more to be happy about than sim- their in-house concert choir, It is a unique symphony and gether, including the orchestra, you, there is also the solid back- ply this installment. Xavier will be singing with the usually is the most overlooked it becomes something that was bone of a smart plot, a dabble of Evil Dead is a great horror film, Cincinnati Children’s Choir. piece composed by Britten. a delightful surprise. It reminds dark-humor here and there and and I would give my right hand to This will be the final piece they Freshman Sydney Smith ex- me of a film score. It is just so enough homage to Raimi that will see this reimagined franchise take perform this year, and it is not to plained the collaboration of cho- dramatic.” guarantee giddy fans all around. off. be missed. ruses at CCM. The Concert Choir will be The only problems with the Benjamin Britten is not your “It was just a completely differ- rehearsing at the University of film are the excessive amounts of Newswire Rating: typical composer. He tells an en- ent feel than what we have been Cincinnati until the concert. gore and a couple of unorthodox tire story with solos featuring ani- doing in rehearsal here at Xavier,” The performance takes place at character decisions. mal noises, dissonance and excel- Smith said. 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, in the The gore can be justified, as it lent harmonies. These combine to “Here, it just sounds so straight. Corbett Auditorium at CCM. is a possession movie involving The Review Corner Players’ Workshop brings laughs David Bowie’sThe John Appeldorn Zombies” as a finale. siderable lack of movement by Head Copy Editor The show got off to a shaky the actors. Some of the humor Nextyle rim Day review start in terms of stage direction seemed inconsistent with the sub- K G The members of Xavier Players and blocking with the first two ject matter, including a joke about Staff Writer are already known for their perfor- skits. the death of Princess Diana as a Few artists manage to mances and productions onstage. The action, dialogue and ar- method to eliminate a target of make music for over 40 The most recent production of rangement of scenery seemed a the secret society. years. In the twilight of Workshop showcased their knack bit too spread out in “A Charming The following skits were gener- their careers, they tend for stagecraft and ally well done. to produce music that is composition, giv- “Point of View,” a depic- simply “good enough,” ing students the op- tion of a couple with their inner like Paul McCartney, or portunity to write, thoughts personified on a date, can be downright terrible direct and produce was well-written and staged. (I’m looking at you, The their own skits and “Watch My Stuff,” although Rolling Stones). short plays. a bit talky at times, commented David Bowie has re- This was the fi- gleefully on Xavier students’ leased The Next Day, his nal production of spatial habits surrounding the first album in 10 years. Photo courtesy of rollingstones.com Workshop, as Xavier couches in GSC. The question is wheth- The cover of David Bowie’s new album. Players plans to pro- “The Very Best” humorous- er this is truly a good album, or hits collections. duce a full-length ly depicted the quirkiness and simply good for this stage of his Despite these great songs and student-written play sometimes illogical nature of the career? the strong start, most of the songs in the upcoming Pokémon games. The album gets off to a strong blend together. The album just season. “Zavier Zombies,” a telling start with “The Next Day.” The does not feel like a typical Bowie “Workshop has of an XU zombie apocalypse, song has an extremely catchy album. If it was playing in the allowed us to work was by far the highlight of the dance beat and Bowie provides his background at a party, I would not with a lot of stu- show and alone was worth the typical and distinctive vocal deliv- instantly recognize it as Bowie’s dents’ talent, both $3 ticket. ery. It instantly grabs the listeners’ music. attention, setting the stage for the in writing and in Photo courtesy of Caitlin Mack “Zavier Zombies” exhibited There are definitely some great acting,” producer Students in the final pose of “The Internet is for Porn.” superb direction, acting, makeup rest of the album. songs that fit well into his past cat- Katie Mootz said. and especially lighting. It moved The second song, “Dirty Boys,” alogue, but it just feels as if there “It’s been great getting all of these Date,” a dating show featuring the well between the funny and the features an excellent growling sax- is too much filler. different shows together for one personalities of three well-known creepy, which is what made it so ophone which really adds atmo- Still, it’s great to get even a few last time.” Disney princesses. enjoyable. sphere to the track. good songs from a rock ‘n’ roll The show was held in the The next skit entitled On the whole, it was a There are a few really good legend more than 40 years after he Gallagher Student Center (GSC) “Illuminated Illuminati,” a meet- good showing with just a few tracks in the middle, such as hit the music scene. Theatre, allowing the performers ing of famous secret society mem- inconsistencies. “Valentine’s Day” and “How and producers alike to utilize more bers, exhibited a degree of awk- Does the Grass Grow.” Newswire Rating: space and technical equipment. wardness in blocking and sound “Valentine’s Day” is probably The show consisted of seven projection. Newswire Rating: the most typical Bowie-sounding pieces, including a dramatic and As the actors weren’t equipped song on the album and definitely raunchy rendition of the Avenue Q with microphones, it was difficult one of the best songs he has re- Patrick Phillips, A & E Editor song “The Internet Is for Porn” to hear all of the dialogue. leased in recent years. It would fit Phone: (513) 502-6656 and a longer skit titled “Zavier In addition, there was a con- perfectly on one of his greatest [email protected] Xavier Newswire April 17, 2013 XN Arts & Entertainment/11 Student spring piano recital is a success Grant Vance Staff Writer all three musicians was impressive, taking the audience along with Recently, audiences were lucky them. enough to enjoy the performanc- Petrany shared the immense es of Michael Petrany, Tom Kelly amount of time and dedication he and Patrick Rocks in the Edgecliff had to put into his work, commit- Long Recital Hall for a wondrous ting nine months of practice into display of musical talent. his performance. For their end- “It was a pleasure of-the-semester to share what I recital, these love with people skilled pia- who appreciate nists showed its beauty and how much significance,” time, dedi- Petrany said. cation and The audience appreciation could not help can pay off. but agree that The show Kelly, Petrany opened after a and Rocks per- quick prelude, in- formed incredibly. troducing the show Photo courtesy of facebook.com The audience and its musicians. also learned a lot about their indi- Shortly afterward, Kelly vidual pieces. impressed the audience with The first two performers each Beethoven’s “Sonata in C Major, wanted to show different aspects Op. 31, No.2.” of Beethoven’s music. Once Kelly concluded and the Petrany focused on performing last chord rang out, Petrany took the “quirky” and fun side, while, the stage for his performance of Kelly focused on the more com- Beethoven’s “Sonata in C Major, plex aspect of Beethoven, keep- Op. 2, No. 3, Mvt. 1.” ing the classical nature intact while After his piece ended, the true adding a bit of romanticism to the conclusion came through Rocks’ mix. skillful interpretation of Louis The performers demonstrated Morau Gottschalk’s “The Banjo.” how far appreciation of the arts The pace and performance of can go. Photo courtesy of freekidscrafts.com 42, a homerun -Paid Advertisement- John Reese Staff Writer It is very easy for sports dra- mas to be formulaic and overly THROW A BUCA-STYLE sentimental. However, 42 proved itself a notch above the rest. The film follows the life BOOK of Jackie Robinson, played by GRAD Book it at Buca or Order PARTY our Party Pans To Go. Chadwick Boseman, the first NOW! African American baseball player to break the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Photo courtesy of marketplace.org The film focuses on Robinson’s Boseman as Jackie Robinson in 42. first few years in the big leagues. Robinson is recruited by the to be Oscar-worthy when, in real- Brooklyn Dodgers’ General ity, each is not. The film does look Manager Branch Rickey, played good and he does direct the cast by Harrison Ford, to leave the well, but at times he plays it too Negro Leagues and try out for safe. the Dodgers. Robinson spends In addition, while Boseman’s his first season playing for the performance was compelling, I Montreal Royals, but the next year would have liked to see more of he is signed to the Dodgers. The Robinson’s background. rest is history. For example, the audience never Boseman turns in a fine per- sees Robinson’s days at University formance as Robinson, portraying of California, Los Angeles, and Robinson’s quiet strength and ex- only sees minor parts of his days pressing his internal struggle dur- playing in the Negro Leagues. ing his first Major League Baseball 42 is a good film, but it could season. have been a great one. Helegand Harrison Ford gives one of plays it too safe and the film is too his most lively performances in old-fashioned. If the film went a years as the over-the-top baseball little deeper, it could have been an manager. early Oscar contender. The director of the film, Brian However, 42 is still an earnest Helegand, best-known for pen- and respectful tribute to one of ning Oscar-winning films likeL.A. baseball’s most iconic figures and Confidential and Mystic River, does will satisfy audiences. an adequate job with the film. CINCINNATI Events that sound grandiose Newswire Rating: on paper do not necessarily trans- ROOKWOOD COMMONS late well to the big screen. It seems 2635 EDMONDSON ROAD like Helegand wants every scene r$7%#&+$'221%1/ Xavier Newswire 12 / Feature XN April 17, 2013 STRESS OUT WEEK As finals draw near, Active Minds is working to bring some stress-free events and advice to campus by hosting Stress Out Week.

By Hollis Conners If you missed any of the events of Features Editor Stress Out Week, such as bouncing on the inflatables, the free freeze pops or Get enough sleep motivational quotes that were handed out, As college students, we are programmed to stay up here are a few other things that can help an extra hour to finish that paper or to study one reduce stress: more chapter. However, not getting the necessary seven hours of sleep a night can impair your We recognize that this memory, your attention span and your patience. time of the semester can Sleep is also needed for the brain to recover from “ daily stress, so without it, you might find yourself be really stressful for more stressed than the day before. students. We want to do whatever we can to help students relieve their Exercise You may feel as if you Organize stress. do not have time, but your time -Kaela Allton, even 30 minutes a day Write down goals for President of Active Minds ” can help your stress each induvidual day so levels drop drastically. you know exactly what Stress hormones will needs to get done on Take some decrease and with that day. time exercise you can learn for faster and think more yourself clearly. Play a video game, Go Outside watch a good Take things one The weather is beautiful. episode from Netflix day at a time Take a short walk, or or anything that you just sit for a few minutes might enjoy. These You are going to overwhelm yourself if on the Xavier Yard. Give are great ways to de- you look at the next three weeks as a your brain a break. stress, as long as the whole. Take it slow. activity is enjoyed in moderation. Studying and some ‘you-time’ will both be necessary.

Eat Healthy Wednesday, Try not to skip meals or eat fast food, even April 17 XU Secrets though they are quick and easy options. Without Stress Out Week are up all an adequate amount of nutrients, the brain week long slows down. Eating fast food and skipping meals Free Naked Pizza deprives your body of its required nutrients. You Gallagher in GSC may also have a shorter attention span and even 8 p.m. forget everything you were studying the night before. Maintaining good eating habits, such as eating regularly, are small changes that can go a long way as finals approach.