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Daily Egyptianwww.siude.com VOL. 92, NO. 115, 16 PAGES S OUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY MARCH 7, 2007 New roof to end leaky library

JASON JOHNSON ~ DAILY EGYPTIAN ABOVE: Workers move new equipment onto the roof of Morris Library Tuesday afternoon. The library has relocated and upgraded the heating and air conditioning units to create much needed space on the interior of the building. ABOVE RIGHT: David Carlson, dean of library affairs, observes the construction from the sixth floor of Morris Library on Tuesday. ‘We’re thrilled about that since we’ve had many problems with rain and water leaks,’ Carlson said. ‘After this week we should be pretty buttoned up.’

Progress continues on had many problems with rain and water the inside in terms of actually constructing leaks,” Carlson said. “After this week we internal walls,” Carlson said. “It really does Morris construction should be pretty buttoned up.” have a finished look to it, or starting to, I The building’s exterior will also be should say.” Sarah Lohman replaced to increase its seismic stability and Roughly 80 percent of the fifth floor DAILY EGYPTIAN create a better barrier to moisture and heat, interior is complete, Carlson said. The according to the library’s Web site. third, fourth and fifth floors are scheduled Carbondale’s warm weather in the past The roof is just one aspect in the ongo- to open in November and December. The few weeks has caused the abandonment of ing $48 million renovation that began in basement and parts of the first floor will winter coats, but one Morris Library offi- January 2006. then be under construction and closed for cial said he is more than thrilled to have his In the last few weeks, a large part of the several months. office a bit more “buttoned up.” steel structure for the new 50,000-square- Carlson said the main elevator is not The library’s new roof will be complete foot addition has been completed. Carlson finished, but is expected to be up and run- by the end of the week, Dean of Library said the builders have made progress that ning within the next few weeks. Affairs David Carlson said Tuesday. may not be immediately visible. “We’re thrilled about that since we’ve “There’s been a great deal of progress on See LIBRARY, Page 7 Private lenders target students City offers security, pet care Joe Crawford options during spring break DAILY EGYPTIAN Academic Loan CO 4BO'SBODJTDP $" %BUF% Mar 7, 2007 Student loan offers received in Danny Wenger house watch program offered by DAILY EGYPTIAN the mail may appear to be easy 1":505)& Carbondale police is available to fixes for students’ financial woes, 03%&30' Christoforosstoforosstof Panteli city residents. Lt. Harold Tucker but they are typically bad deals, Returning from Mexico to find said SIU police cover student according to the SIUC Financial a broken window and missing housing. %0--"34 Aid Office. laptop — or that Rover People who want The snail-mailed offers from shredded the couch — is More spring Carbondale police to private lenders — some of which 'PS Academic loanoan no way to start the second check their houses need appear to contain actual checks or half of the semester. break info, to fill out a request and have imminent deadlines — rarely Students leaving for page 5: include information about have interest rates as low as the fed- 'IORGOS-ARATHEFTIS_%ĒĚĝĪ&ĘĪġĥĚĒğ vacation have different • Vacation options their homes, Mathis said. eral loans students can get through options for protecting in southern Illinois “Basically what we do the Financial Aid Office, said the Private companies may send advisable for them to consider a their possessions. Both • Travel safety tips is we have a list of ques- office’s director Billie Jo Hamilton. more of the offers during the spring private company. Carbondale and SIU police and money savers tions on there as far as “As a rule, throw them in the in hopes of targeting students about Some private lenders give gradu- offer house watch services. what’s going to be left at trash,” Hamilton said. “I think any- to graduate, she said. ated students a relatively low inter- Also, students can keep their pets your residence and what can we time you get anything unsolicited Because these students will no est rate if they consolidate multiple safe, and keep items safe from pets, expect, i.e. vehicles,” Mathis said. that seems too good to be true, it longer be eligible for loans through using boarding services. usually is.” Financial Aid, she said it might be See LENDERS, Page 7 Officer Randy Mathis said the See SPRING BREAK, Page 7 2 Wednesday, March 7, 2007 DAILY EGYPTIAN News CALENDAR NEWS BRIEFS Petitions available for Pilot reported faulty engine before deadly crash student government ST. LOUIS (AP) — A pilot reported problems with the engine of a home-built aircraft on Monday, moments before the plane crashed into an Illinois field and burst into flames, elections federal investigators said Tuesday. • Deadline for submission March 23 Robert Justin, 68, of St. Louis, was killed in the crash north of Edwardsville. He was • Available in USG office the only person aboard. The Federal Aviation Administration said in a preliminary report that it was trying to pinpoint the exact cause of the crash. National Association An autopsy Tuesday showed the Justin, identified with the help of dental records, probably survived the “crash-related traumatic injuries” but died of smoke inhalation, of Black Journalists Madison County Coroner Steve Nonn said. weekly meeting • 5 p.m. today at Communications Students evacuated from junior high school Building, Room 1244 • Claire Mitchell and Krissi Geary-Boehm LINCOLN (AP) — A junior high school was evacuated Tuesday morning in the central will be speaking of upcoming MCMA Illinois town of Lincoln, authorities said. events, scholarships internships, and jobs The reason for the evacuation of Lincoln Junior High was not immediately known, but all the students were reported to be safe. “We only know there was some reason they felt it was better to have the children Disarming on Iraq: A evacuated,” said Jean Lynn, administrative secretary of Lincoln Elementary Schools firsthand account of District 27, which includes the school. the events leading up Report: Worker error caused fatal plant explosion to the 2003 war CHAMPAIGN (AP) — A series of explosions that killed five employees at a central • 5 p.m. today at the Student Center, Illinois chemical plant in 2004 was caused by a worker who mistakenly opened a valve on Ballrooms C and D a high-temperature reactor that was in operation, a federal agency said Tuesday. • Hans Blix coming to lecture The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board also faulted the plant • U-card approved event owner, Formosa Plastics Corporation U.S.A., for failing to address problems that made human error possible at the plant near Illiopolis, about 25 miles east of Springfield. Investigators said New Jersey-based Formosa should have recognized that such an Islam and the Women’s accident could occur because of similar incidents at one of its Louisiana plants and at Movement in Morocco the Illinois plant just two months before the fatal blasts. • Celebrating International Women’s Day Both Formosa and investigators said the employee who opened the valve on the • 3-4:30 p.m. Thursday at the Student wrong reactor apparently became confused about which of the plant’s 24 reactors he Center, Mississippi Room was cleaning on the night of April 23, 2004. • Speaker: Dr. Fatima Sadiqi, University of Fes, Morocco • Free admission Girls suspended for saying ‘vagina’ during reading CROSS RIVER, N.Y. (AP) — A public high school has suspended three students who disobeyed officials by saying the word “vagina” during a reading from a well-known Dinner at Jane’s feminist play. • Celebrating International Women’s Day The honor students, Megan Reback, Elan Stahl and Hannah Levinson, included the • 12-1:30 p.m. Thursday at Student Center word during their reading of “The Vagina Monologues” because “it wasn’t crude and it Video Lounge wasn’t inappropriate and it was very real and very pure,” Reback said. • Brown bag lunch, video and discussant Their defiant stand is being applauded by the play’s author, who said Tuesday that Jan Lisa Huttner Derector of International the school should be celebrating, rather than punishing, the three juniors. Relations The girls took turns reading the excerpt until they came to the word, then said it • Free admission together. The suspension outraged some parents, who circulated an e-mail calling the pun- Getting a job in the ishment a “blatant attempt at censorship.” U.S.: Workshops for CORRECTIONS POLICE REPORTS international students If you spot an error, please contact the • 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday at Quigley 140B There are no items to report today. DAILY EGYPTIAN accuracy desk at 536-3311, • Free admission ext. 253.

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Music can open up the world. It did for one university professor. Tyler Kuebler, an assistant professor of saxophone and music theory, came to SIUC about two Assistant years ago, after a professional music professor of career took him across seas. The saxophone and 33-year-old saxophone player said music theory the professional life is hard to sus- Tyler Kuebler tain financially, and becoming a directs the teacher is a standard move for SIU jazz band most musicians. on Tuesday in “You could have a couple months Altgeld Hall. where it’s just like you’re killing — JASON JOHNSON you’re gigging all the time, you’re DAILY EGYPTIAN making huge amounts of money,” he said. “But then you could have a my whole family was pretty into the next to,” he said. stretch of a couple weeks to a couple earing 17 different people figure out how to play outdoor thing,” he said. Robert Weiss, director of the months where there’s nothing.” Has one, and the excitement and the energy that He said he continues to learn school of music, said Kuebler fits two The California native said he took comes from that team aspect of it — it’s neat to see. as a teacher and, as director of the roles for the university — musician his first piano lesson before entering ‘‘ university’s jazz band, loves to see the and teacher. elementary school. Five years later, — Tyler Kuebler 17 members come together as a team “We were looking for someone he found his calling as a saxophonist assistant professor while playing. not only to teach saxophone and in his sixth grade jazz band. ued his music career in jazz band Europe, as well as Japan and China. “Hearing 17 different people fig- theory, but also to be an outstanding Kuebler said he is also skilled in at the University of North Texas While playing a concert series ure out how to play as one, and saxophone player,” he said. “He cer- the flute and clarinet, because jazz before receiving a doctorate from the in Japan sponsored by the Yamaha the excitement and the energy that tainly brought all that to us.” band saxophonists are expected to University of Miami. Corporation, he was treated like roy- comes from that team aspect of it Kuebler said the university’s music be versatile. In addition to playing at the colle- alty and even stayed on a private — it’s neat to see,” he said. program benefits the local area by “It’s something they actually don’t giate level, Kuebler said he has played island, he said. Robert Allison, a trumpet pro- providing musical experiences that tell you when you’re first starting out many professional performances. He An avid cyclist and reader, Kuebler fessor who has known Kuebler for would otherwise not be offered. on saxophone, but if you want to said he has tooted his horn with said he pushes himself to learn more about a year and a half, said the “Come over and just say hey, stop make money at it you have to have many artists, including pop star Julio and become a better person. His love saxophonist has brought high quality by the music building and check out those doubles,” he said. Iglesias. of outdoor activities stems from his talent to the university. He said he what we have to offer,” he said. Kuebler said he always wanted The perks of being a musician childhood surroundings, including plays with Kuebler in the New Arts to play music, and leaving the art include traveling, Kuebler said. the ocean and mountains, he said. Jazztet, a faculty band. [email protected] was never an option. He contin- He has been to many countries in “My parents were pretty active, so “He’s an inspiring player to be 536-3311 ext. 268 4 Wednesday, March 7, 2007 WORLD & NATION News WIRE REPORTS

I NDONESIA Jury convicts former White House aide Earthquake kills at least 70 people of perjury, obstruction in CIA leak trial SOLOK , Indonesia (AP) — A powerful earthquake jolted western Indonesia Michael J. Sniffen on Tuesday, killing at least 70 people THE ASSOCIATED PRESS and injuring hundreds as they fled shaking hotels, homes and hospitals. Two children were crushed by debris on WASHINGTON — Vice a playground. President Dick Cheney’s former The 6.3-magnitude quake struck chief of staff, Lewis “Scooter” Libby, Sumatra island just before 11 a.m. and was convicted Tuesday of lying and was felt as far away as neighboring obstructing a leak investigation that Malaysia and Singapore, where some reached into the highest levels of the tall buildings were evacuated. Several Bush administration. aftershocks followed, the strongest The verdict culminated a nearly measuring 6.1, adding to fears of people four-year investigation into how already too nervous to return indoors. CIA official Valerie Plame’s name Many said they would sleep in front was leaked to reporters in 2003. of their homes or in the hills Tuesday The trial revealed that top members night. of the administration were eager to Indonesia straddles one of the discredit Plame’s husband, former world’s most seismically active zones Ambassador Joseph Wilson, who and has been hit by a string of natu- accused the administration of doc- ral disasters in recent years, the most toring prewar intelligence on Iraq. deadly being the 2004 Asian tsunami Libby, who was once Cheney’s that killed 160,000 people on Sumatra’s most trusted adviser and an assistant northern tip. to President Bush, was expressionless as the jury verdict was announced G ERMANY on the 10th day of deliberations. His wife, Harriet Grant, choked out Court convicts Army a sob and lowered her head. CHUCK KENNEDY ~ MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE Libby could face up to 25 years medic of desertion Lewis ‘Scooter’ Libby and his wife, Harriet, leave the U.S. Federal Courthouse in Washington on WUERZBURG, Germany (AP) — A in prison when he is sentenced U.S. Army medic who refused to return June 5, but under federal sentenc- Tuesday. Libby, a former senior aide to Vice President Cheney, was found guilty on four of five counts of to Iraq because he believes war is mor- ing guidelines is likely to face far obstructing justice, lying and perjury during an investigation tied to the Iraq war. ally wrong was convicted of desertion less. Defense attorneys immediately Tuesday and sentenced to an eight- promised to ask for a new trial or Special Prosecutor Patrick Libby was convicted of one sation with Time magazine reporter month prison term — far short of the appeal the conviction. Fitzgerald, who has led the leak count of obstruction, two counts Matthew Cooper. maximum seven-year sentence. Cheney said late Tuesday he was investigation, said no addition- of perjury and one count of lying One juror who spoke to report- Specialist Agustin Aguayo, 35, and disappointed with the verdict. al charges would be filed. That to the FBI about how he learned ers outside court said the jury had his attorneys turned to each other “I am saddened for Scooter and means nobody will be charged Plame’s identity and whom he told. 34 poster-size pages filled with and smiled after Judge Col. R. Peter his family,” Cheney said. “Scooter with the leak and Libby, who was Prosecutors said he learned about information they distilled from the Masterton read out the sentence. has served our nation tirelessly and not the source for the original Plame from Cheney and others, trial testimony. They discerned that Aguayo, a U.S. citizen born in with great distinction through many column outing Plame, will be the discussed her name with reporters Libby was told about Plame at least Guadalajara, Mexico, had been jailed for 161 days awaiting trial and his years of public service.” only one to face trial. and, fearing prosecution, made up nine times and they didn’t buy the attorney, David Court, said he did not “We have every confidence Mr. White House deputy press secre- a story to make those discussions argument that he forgot all about it. expect him to serve more than about Libby ultimately will be vindi- tary Dana Perino said Bush watched seem innocuous. “Even if he forgot that some- six more weeks. cated,” defense attorney Theodore news of the verdict on TV in the Libby said he told investigators one told him about Mrs. Wilson, In a shaky voice, Aguayo told the Wells told a throng of reporters. Oval Office. Perino said the presi- his honest recollections and blamed who had told him, it seemed very court during the one-day court martial “We believe Mr. Libby is totally dent respected the jury’s verdict but any misstatements on a faulty mem- unlikely he would not have remem- at the Army’s Leighton Barracks near innocent and that he didn’t do “was saddened for Scooter Libby ory. He was acquitted of one count bered about Mrs. Wilson,” the juror, Wuerzburg, Germany, that his convic- anything wrong.” and his family.” of lying to the FBI about his conver- Denis Collins, said. tions led him to jump out a window and flee home to California rather than be forced to go back to Iraq.

M ISSISSIPPI Bush claims fresh Suicide bombers Settlement reached in Katrina lawsuit massacre pilgrims GULFPORT, Miss. (AP) — A fed- progress in Iraq eral trial ended abruptly Tuesday when Ben Feller Brian Murphy State Farm Fire & Casualty Co. settled Iraq,” the president said. The Hillah strike came after gun- out of court with a couple who sued the THE ASSOCIATED PRESS House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS men and bombers hit group after company over Hurricane Katrina dam- D-Calif., said Democrats are group of Shiite pilgrims elsewhere — ages to a rental home they own. WASHINGTON — determined to lead a new direc- BAGHDAD, Iraq — Two some in buses and others making the U.S. District Judge Peter Beer told President Bush said Tuesday his tion on Iraq policy. That includes suicide bombers turned a pro- traditional trek on foot to the shrine jurors before they got the case that a decision to send more troops to getting troops home and shifting cession of Shiite pilgrims into city of Karbala, about 50 miles south settlement had been reached after he Baghdad is yielding “gradual but the U.S. mission from combat a blood-drenched stampede of Baghdad. At least 24 were killed ruled punitive damages weren’t war- important” progress in Iraq. He to training, troop protection and Tuesday, killing scores with in those attacks, including four rela- ranted under Mississippi law. portrayed himself as steadfast while counterterrorism. a first blast and then claim- tives of a prominent Shiite lawmaker, The couple sued Bloomington, Democrats squabble “The war in ing more lives among fleeing Mohammed Mahdi al-Bayati. Ill.-based State Farm for denying their over strategy. Iraq is not mak- crowds. At least 106 were killed This weekend, huge crowds of claim on their Ocean Springs rental War-weary vot- ing our country amid a wave of deadly strikes Shiite worshippers will gather for property, which Katrina knocked off its ers put Democrats in hat sounds safer, our mili- against Shiites heading for a rites marking the end of a 40-day foundation. charge of Congress, tary stronger or solemn religious ritual. mourning period for the death of but lawmakers Tgood in theory, the region more Hours after the attack in Imam Hussein, the grandson of have not decided‘‘ but doing so at stable,” Pelosi Hillah — in the Shiite heartland the Prophet Muhammad. Hussein A USTRIA how or whether to said Tuesday. south of Baghdad — boys used died near Karbala in a seventh restrict Bush on Iraq this moment “In fact, the war long-handled squeegees to push century battle. Iran wants an end through legislation. would undermine in Iraq is the pools of blood off the road. The In Hillah, southeast of Karbala, a to Security Council Bush seized on that greatest ethical victims’ shoes and sandals were long line of pilgrims marched toward divide and cau- everything our challenge facing gathered in haphazard piles. a bridge checkpoint on the edge of ‘interference’ tioned Democrats troops have worked our nation.” U.S. forces, too, continue to the city. Food and cool drinks were VIENNA , Austria (AP) — Iran not to interfere with The war is tally losses at the hands of extrem- distributed at nearby tents. demanded an end to Security Council military missions. for. There are no deeply unpopu- ists despite signs of more success- The first suicide bomber killed “interference” in an offer made public “Other members lar. The White ful raids against bases and weapon dozens and touched off a mad dash shortcuts in Iraq. Tuesday in exchange for clearing up of Congress seem House also has stockpiles. The military said nine away from the bridge, said wit- suspicions about its disputed nuclear to believe that we — George Bush been rocked by soldiers were killed Monday in ness Salim Mohammed Ali Abbas. activities — an apparent attempt to U.S. president can have it all: that revelations of two separate roadside bombings As the fleeing crowd grew thicker, head off new U.N sanctions over its refusal to stop uranium enrichment. we can fight al-Qaida, pursue shoddy care for wounded soldiers north of Baghdad, making it the another suicide bomber among them The overture, contained in a docu- national reconciliation, initi- at a premier Army hospital in deadliest day for U.S. troops in blew himself apart. ment made available to The Associated ate aggressive diplomacy and Washington, angering lawmakers Iraq in nearly a month. A police commander, Brig. Press, came as the five permanent coun- deter Iran’s ambitions in Iraq in both parties. “A brutal massacre against Gen. Othman al-Ghanemi, said cil members deliberated a new reso- — all while withdrawing from The House has approved a people who are only practicing the attackers joined the procession lution aiming to tighten up sanctions Baghdad and reducing our force symbolic measure disapproving their faith” was how Shiite law- outside Hillah and waited until it against Iran for its nuclear defiance. levels,” Bush said in a speech to of Bush’s troop buildup. maker Sami al-Askari described reached the checkpoint bottleneck to Iran has made similar offers before, the American Legion. The proposal has stalled in the Hillah attacks, which wound- try to maximize the damage. but renewing it now seemed to be “That sounds good in theory, the Senate. The White House is ed at least 151 people. “The government bears some linked to those moves in New York, even but doing so at this moment preparing for what it sees as the Dr. Mohammed al-Temimi, at responsibility for this,” complained though diplomats involved in working would undermine everything our real political fight — the upcom- Hillah’s main hospital, said some a Shiite parliament member, Bahaa on a new draft resolution cautioned troops have worked for. ing vote on a $100 billion war of the injuries were critical and al-Araji. “It has not provided enough any agreement was some time off. There are no shortcuts in spending bill. the death toll of 106 could rise. security to protect the pilgrims.” News DAILY EGYPTIAN Wednesday, March 7, 2007 5 Spring break survival guide How to stay safe “Credit cards far and away and in good shape.” Local destinations are available. are the safest,” he said. “If your Belts should be tight and not “It’s a little too cold for swim- and save money credit card gets stolen you can be cracked, and hoses should not for spring break ming, so fishing and hiking are prob- report it lost and you’re going to be stiff or leaking. Rennison also ably the best bet,” she said. Danny Wenger be protected.” recommended checking the wind- Alicia Wade She said to be in the area, visitors Alicia Wade Coracy recommended carrying shield wipers. DAILY EGYPTIAN are required to have a daytime pass DAILY EGYPTIAN cash along with a credit card in case “It’s a good idea to have good that costs $2, and can obtain one the card cannot be used. wiper blades and a full tank of While some students prepare to at the visitor’s center. She also said With spring break around the “I like carrying a combination of washer fluid before you travel,” slather on suntan lotion and travel to those planning on fishing should get corner, there are things students credit cards and cash,” he said. he said. sunny destinations, others are ready- a license from the state of Illinois. leaving Carbondale can do to trav- As a money saver, students can Rennison said to have a cell ing themselves for a week of vacation However, if the weather doesn’t el safely and return with a little use a Student Advantage Discount phone while traveling and a gallon in southern Illinois. lend itself to being outside, vaca- extra cash. Card, which will help them save of antifreeze. He also said to check If students are planning to do tioning students can visit historical There are several tips stu- on Amtrak and Greyhound fares. the spare and be sure the jack is in more than hunker down with text- sites, especially in Murphysboro. The dent travelers can follow to make If travelers do not have a card, the car as well. books, work or catch up on sleep, General John A. Logan museum their vacations as they can purchase “Make sure the spare tire is local lakes and hiking trails may will be open over break from 1 to 4 smooth as pos- one valid for one good,” he said. be the escape they need. The p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and sible. From having year online for Rennison advised having a Carbondale Convention and is located across the street from the the proper identi- redit cards far and $20 plus a few professional check the car and Tourism Bureau Web site, as well as Jackson County Historical Society. fication to check- Caway are the safest. additional charg- changing the oil before going on a its location in the University Mall, Both places offer a look into the past ing into student es, such as $2.50 long trip. has brochures of area attractions that of southern Illinois. discounts, travelers ‘‘If your credit card gets for shipping and When students arrive at their could be of use for those planning Students can also make a trip should be aware of stolen you can report handling of the destination, experts at LendingTree on staying in or around Carbondale through the various trails southern their options. card in the mail. recommend staying at a hos- over break. Illinois offers, including the wine and David Coracy, it lost and you’re going The card is tel, instead of staying at a hotel. One area nature site that will be treasure trail. The wine trail features travel agent at B and to be protected. shipped, according Hostels usually feature shared rent- open over break is Crab Orchard several area vineyards — some more A Travel Service in to the Web site, in ed rooms, a common kitchen and a Lake, located between Carbondale than 100 years old — while the trea- Carbondale, said — David Coracy five to seven days lower price tag than hotels. and Marion. The area features three sure trail allows visitors to gander at travel agent the most important of purchase. different lakes as well as local wild- antique shops. item for students leaving the coun- Other money experts, such as [email protected] life. Karin Magera, a park ranger, try is a passport. LendingTree, suggest students be 536-3311 ext. 273 said while the campgrounds will not [email protected] “Number one on the top of the flexible in travel plans and com- [email protected] be open until April, several hik- 536-3311 ext. 258 list, you have to have a passport,” pare weekend prices on train, plane 536-3311 ext. 258 ing trails and fishing locations he said. or bus tickets to weekday prices. Coracy said that when students Those on vacation may find bet- are doing things like shopping ter deals by purchasing a ticket for and going to clubs it’s advisable to travel during the week. carry passports. Those planning on driving “It does not hurt to carry their to their spring break destination passports with them as a means of should take some extra precautions identification used in conjunction with their cars to make sure they with purchases they might make arrive safely. using a credit card,” he said. Before getting on the road, Steve However, Coracy said when stu- Rennison, owner of the Auto Shop dents do things like go to the beach in Carbondale, said students should ,he advised leaving the passports check the condition of their car. locked up in a hotel safe. “You want to make sure your There are a few options for belts and hoses are all in good carrying money on vacation shape,” he said. “You want to make and Coracy said credit cards are sure your engine oil is clean and full the safest. and your tires are properly aired up D AILY EGYPTIAN EDITORIAL BOARD DAILY EGYPTIAN Mark Edmondson Brandon Weisenberger Danielle Dalo EDITOR-IN-CHIEF MANAGING EDITOR VOICES EDITOR

Molly Hill Wayne Utterback oices ASST. VOICES EDITOR NEWSROOM REPRESENTATIVE VAGE · EDNESDAY ARCH P 6 W , M 7, 2007

OUR WORD The unforgettable fall — one year later

t’s been a year and two days since Cheerleading is without SIU cheerleader Kristi Yamaoka a doubt a dangerous activity. Isuffered a fall that captured the Among female athletics, cheer- attention of a nation. leading is a leader in injuries, trips The 15-foot plummet from atop to the hospital and debilitations a pyramid at the March 5 Missouri that can confine cheerleaders to a Valley Conference title game rever- life in the stands, statistics show. berated through the country via But these high-flying, risk- multiple airings on news broadcasts taking women are well aware of and shows such as “Good Morning the potential catastrophes. They America.” make the choice to put their President Bush even got wind of limbs and lives on the line for the girl who cheered on the gurney their team and the fans. after her head smacked on the floor of No one can expect to launch St. Louis’ former-Savvis Center. He 20 feet in the air, spin three times gave the university junior a call. and land in the arms of their fel- While Yamaoka continues to mend low coeds without the potential from a fractured neck, concussion and of a bone-crunching injury. bruised lung, the lasting impact of the Through practice and team- fall is not just limited to her body. mate trust, cheerleaders garner After the accident, the American the confidence to take their bod- Association of Cheerleading Coaches ies to the extreme. and Administrators required squads to Any rule that holds them back use a mat if they want to do pyramid is ludicrous. building or high-risk tosses anywhere The American Association

on the floor. of Cheerleading Coaches and LYDIA BARGIELSKI ~ DAILY EGYPTIAN Cheerleaders from around the Administrators’ measure to make country blamed Yamaoka for the cheerleading safer was for a valid Maybe these rules are just meant an immeasurable spirit. new rules, which they said limit their reason. to appease uptight worrywarts instead It’s disappointing, though, that talents and results in performances But it’s rather funny that the new of show concern for the cheerleaders her high-flying days — and those that resemble those of grade school rules came about after the national who accept the risk. of cheerleaders across the country cheerleaders. media covered a nasty spill. Yamaoka is a tough woman with — could be over.

THEIR WORD Suddenly cool Al Gore looks like a good choice

MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE plenty of him. He’ll be promoting his that most Americans didn’t see when he with Leonardo DiCaprio and Steve Jobs. new book and orchestrating a seven- was in Bill Clinton’s shadow and when he He has served as an adviser to Google l Gore could become the only continent concert extravaganza to raise made that uninspiring run for president and board member of Apple. He’s devel- man to win an Oscar, a Nobel awareness of global warming. But by fall, in 2000. oped a Silicon Valley perspective not for Prize and his party’s presidential A it may not be just the Earth that needs At this point, he may be the stron- the sake of cocktail chatter or campaign nomination within a span of 12 months. saving, but also the Democratic Party. gest, ablest Democratic candidate of his cash but out of a longstanding fascina- He already has collected an Oscar for He wouldn’t be the only good can- generation. tion with the Internet. (His alleged claim his global-warming documentary “An didate; at this point, every Democrat in If, after what promises to be a long to have invented the Internet is a bum Inconvenient Truth.” (Actually, that’s the race looks Lincolnesque compared and tiring campaign summer, Hillary rap, but he was talking it up long before two Oscars, if you count best song.) with George W. Bush. And for all the Rodham Clinton grates, Barack Obama most members of Congress had even He’s been nominated time Gore has spent around Hollywood, falters, Joe Biden again stumbles, John heard of e-mail.) for the Nobel Peace At this point, he’ll never be a great campaigner. Even Edwards fades and Bill Richardson “An Inconvenient Truth” has made Prize by an admir- Cameron Diaz can’t loosen him up. crumbles — not unlikely scenarios — the environmental activism — and Gore, in all ing Norwegian law- he may be the When he’s in front of a crowd, he still nomination may be Gore’s for the tak- his woodenness — cool again. Thousands maker. But to have a tends to sound patronizing. ing. flock to his lectures on campuses. Rock shot at the trifecta _ strongest, ablest But on the issues that most Americans Gore has stood by long-held convic- stars go gaga over him. California’s presiden- and most in the valley care about — the tions. He came out early and strongly But more important, international tial primary will be 11 Democratic war, the fragile state of the Earth, the against the war. What was dismissed leaders, who turned against America when months from tomor- transforming power of technology — then as sour grapes is now praised as Bush scoffed at treaties and rejected diplo- row — Gore will have candidate of his Gore has been out front, resolute and wisdom. macy, respect and admire Gore. to declare himself a right. The first President Bush mocked him However much he has achieved in the candidate for presi- generation. The man who has turned global as “ozone man.” Now, corporations seek past seven years, President Gore could dent. warming from enviro-grumbling into a his counsel on global warming. achieve what citizen Gore cannot. So bide We hope he goes for it. powerful cause is more popular now than Liberated from Washington, Gore your time, Al Gore, as Bobby Kennedy did Gore has said repeatedly that he’s seven years ago, when the majority of has expanded his reach from Silicon in `68. The campaign is too long as it is. happy doing what he’s doing, while not Americans thought they had elected him Valley, which he has frequented for years, But don’t waver when the moment comes. irrevocably ruling out a run. Friends and president. to Hollywood, where he was able to former aides are hedging bets. Liberated from politics the past seven translate his knowledge into a populist This editorial appeared in the San Jose In coming months, we’ll be seeing years, Gore has shown sides of himself movement. He’s on a first-name basis Mercury News on Monday.

MISSION STATEMENT WORDS OVERHEARD The DAILY EGYPTIAN, the student-run newspaper of Southern Illinois University “We loved our little houses, but having everybody in one building, Carbondale, is committed to being a trusted source of news, information, commentary obviously that’s going to contribute to collaboration. and public discourse, while helping readers understand the issues affecting their lives. ” Tom Woolf chief of University Communications’ public relations arm on the new organization of the university’s marketing team News DAILY EGYPTIAN Wednesday, March 7, 2007 7 LENDERS Council approves new health plan CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 loans or make their payments consistently, Hamilton said. Eight new tennis courts and they’re going to cost us money,” he said. program for auto dealers that would offer Regardless, students should look beyond Doherty said the switch in health cover- Carbondale dealerships a sales tax rebate their mailbox when planning their finances, to be built as part of age would be as seamless as possible, with for the first six months of business. The she said. Students should contact the Financial benefits equal to or better than the city’s program would encourage dealerships to Aid Office in Woody Hall before making big high school Superblock current insurance plan. expand and sell vehicles not available in decisions about loans, she said. In other action, the council unanimously Carbondale. Tina Collins, director of Records and approved a project to widen and resurface “Neighboring communities around us Registration, said loan companies could feasibly Alicia Wade Wall Street between East Park Street and provide significant sales tax rebates to the get a student’s directory information — such as DAILY EGYPTIAN Pleasant Hill Road. The project, according automobile dealers, and that’s where we’ve address and phone number — from the univer- to the city’s report, will be finished before seen a lot of automobile dealers go in the sity by submitting a Freedom of Information Carbondale will have a new health plan July 31. last decade,” Cole said. Act request. for city employees. Carbondale will also see eight new ten- According to the city report, dealerships The only way students can protect their Tuesday night the council approved a nis courts built as part of the high school are responsible for almost 20 percent of personal directory information is by specifi- plan to convert the current health plan Superblock. Doherty said the courts would sales tax generated in Carbondale. cally requesting it to remain confidential at the for city employees over two years from a be open to the community, although the However, the council voted the action Records and Registration office, she said. self-funded to a fully insured plan through point was raised that when the Superblock down due to opposition from car dealer- An increasing number of letters that appear BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. was originally built, the facilities were sup- ships currently in the city who would not to be government-issued but are actually from The new city health plan, City Manager posed to be open to the public, but are no receive benefits from the incentives. private lenders have caused confusion for col- Jeff Doherty said, will address an aging and longer. Councilman Chris Wissmann and lege students across the country, according to retiring group of city employees. According The city plans to address the school dis- Councilwoman Corene McDaniel suggest- an article published last week in the U.S. News to the council’s report, the city pays almost trict about the hours that the Superblock is ed discussing the plan with current dealer- and World Report. $500,000 more than expected for employ- open to the public. ships and creating a plan that could benefit Some private offers have “final attempt” ees’ insurance claims. “I think we can approach the school them as well. marked in red on the envelope or feature The new plan will allow the city to catch district and ask them to make some type of an insignia reading “Department of Student up on past claims, Mayor Brad Cole said. commitment to us,” Cole said. [email protected] Finance,” according to the article. “We have claims that are lagging behind The council also addressed an incentive 536-3311 ext. 258 Okhaifo Owegbey, a sophomore from Chicago studying business, said he has received numerous private offers in the mail. At first glance, they can be deceptive, he said. “It looks like free money,” he said. Dillon Behm, a senior from Coello studying automotive technology, said he recently finished paying off his federal student loans. He said every time he investigated the letters he received from private lenders he found a hidden drawback such as a high interest rate. “They go straight to the trash,” he said.

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ny of our residents can call Aand tell us information about ‘‘their residence and we will check on it during the whole break

several times. — Lt. Harold Tucker SIU policeman

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“Then we’ll actually come by and physically check your residence — check your doors, check your windows — make sure that your property is safe while you’re away,” Mathis said. For students in campus housing, no paper- JASON JOHNSON ~ DAILY EGYPTIAN work is needed to request a house watch. David Carlson, dean of library affairs, walks down the stairs in Morris Libary despite the installment of two elevators that “Any of our residents can call and tell us run from the ground floor to the top floor. ‘There’s been a great deal of progress on the inside in terms of actually constructing information about their residence and we will internal walls,’ Carlson said. ‘It really does have a finished look to it, or starting to, I should say.’ check on it during the whole break several times,” Tucker said. IBRARY Mathis suggested leaving a key with a L neighbor and giving their contact information CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 to police in case they need to get in the house. The purpose of the renovations is to He also recommended creating the image make Morris Library more user-friendly by that the home is still occupied. trading confusion for convenience, accord- “Things you can do is have lights on a timer ing to the Web site. to give the impression that someone is there,” Erika Wentzel, a senior from Collinsville Mathis said. “Also, to leave a radio on a timer studying public relations, has worked at the because that gives the added impression of circulation desk of Morris since March sound.” 2005. Damage to property from within might She said the construction has made the concern students who have pets. Rick Renfrow open part of the library more concentrated is an employee of Animal Crackers, which and said there is less monitoring to do. offers boarding for several kinds of animals One of the biggest effects construction besides just cats and dogs. has had on the student workers is the hours “We take care of all sorts of pets,” Renfrow they work and the number of people in the said. “We’ve never boarded fish in the store but library, she said. we have boarded ferrets, snakes, birds, all sorts Although she probably won’t see the of reptiles.” finished product as a student of SIUC, Animal Crackers offers different bathing Wentzel said she isn’t upset about the con- and grooming services for pets that are kept struction. there. The price of the boarding depends on “I feel like it had to happen,” Wentzel the weight, Renfrow said. They also offer dog- said. gie daycare. She said before construction, floods JASON JOHNSON ~ DAILY EGYPTIAN “What they do, as long as the dog is spayed were a common occurrence in the upper A worker installs a sprinkler system in Morris Library, which the old interior or neutered and they’re friendly with other floors and elevators broke down a lot. lacked, even though they are required by code. Sprinklers can cause severe damage dogs, they’re allowed to go out to the central She said she hopes the library will to the books in the library. arena of the building and basically play with run more smoothly after construction and anywhere from 20 to 80 different dogs dur- thinks it would be nice to have a cafeteria listen to. kind of amused and impressed at the same ing the day,” he said. “The dogs basically wear in the library. “I’ve actually heard [construction work- time.” themselves out, like kids on a playground.” She said noise has not seemed to both- ers] listening to Celine Dion, which I think er students, although she has wondered is a very interesting, non-stereotypical view [email protected] [email protected] about the music the construction workers of construction men,” Wentzel said. “I’m 536-3311 ext. 255 536-3311 ext. 273 8 Wednesday, March 7, 2007 DAILY EGYPTIAN News Gloria Bode says have a different DAILY EGYPTIAN opinion on our album reviews? Now you can leave comments online ulse Music PAGE · EDNESDAY ARCH P 9 W , M 7, 2007 www.siude.com/pulse ‘Neon Bible’ glows with energy, beauty ‘Four Winds’ Wayne Utterback DAILY EGYPTIAN

The Arcade Fire ‘Neon Bible’ Release Date: March 6, 2007 doesn’t blow Merge www.neonbible.com Wayne Utterback DAILY EGYPTIAN

Bright Eyes ‘Four Winds’ The Canadian septet known as The Arcade Fire has Release Date: March 6, 2007 shared the stage with U2 and David Bowie. Saddle Creek With the release of “Neon Bible,” The Arcade Fire is www.brighteyes.com more than prepared to step into the spotlight. “Neon Bible” is the second full-length to be released by the band. Their 2004 debut, “Funeral,” was nearly a masterpiece. It was anthemic, engaging and full of energy — “Neon Bible” is no different. “Antichrist Television Blues” about a man who works Bright Eyes’ mastermind Conor Beginning the album is “Black Mirror,” a dark and every day to get by. The words transform into a prayer to Oberst loves his fans. gothic dance number. Frontman Win Butler croons God asking for the man’s daughter to become a television While preparing to release fit into the equation on this EP. lowly behind bleak strings and bass before the chorus star. Gospel singers chillingly sing in the background as “Cassadaga” on April 10, he has Oberst sounds best in an electronic lifts the song just over the top for only a few moments. the song moves non-stop. The tension in Butler’s voice released an EP with the single or acoustic environment, and the “Keep the Car Running” rushes as though the band builds and builds until he bursts. It’s an epic journey and “Four Winds” along with five strong constant electric guitar playing in was playing to a chase scene in a film. it shows The Arcade Fire at its strongest. B-sides. It’s a treat to tide over any “Stray Dog Freedom” gets far too Pulse-pounding drums guide the way as guitars, Filling out the rest of the album are excellent Bright Eyes’ fan and builds antici- overbearing. mandolins and pianos keep the pace. The lyrics depict tracks such as the horn-accompanied “Ocean Of Noise” pation for the upcoming Oberst’s bleat- a man paranoid about someone coming to get him and and the swirling pop sounds of “The Well And The album. t’s a treat to ing vocals work better the need to escape. Lighthouse.” Butler even takes a shot at the effects of The title track begins tide over any with “Cartoon Blues.” Once Butler lets out his familiar wail, it’s obvious that MTV in “Windowsill,” before questioning how long it with a flurry of fiddle I Pristine acoustic guitars the band has managed to keep its sound while making its will be before World War III breaks out. playing that reveals Oberst Bright Eyes’ and banjos pluck as a music bigger and better. “No Cars Go” is a song that was originally on The is sticking to the country- rollicking drum stomps The title track is a jarring shift in time signature, as Arcade Fire’s self-titled EP, but with the new treatment, laden sounds of “I’m Wide fan and builds along before breaking Butler and his wife, Régine Chassagne, softly sing while it carries more life and energy. “My Body Is A Cage” Awake, It’s Morning.” anticipation for into an electric guitar the buzzing of a neon sign tiptoes in the background. closes the album and serves as a bookend to “Black The songwriting is top that simply rocks. It’s a The church organs take center stage once Mirror,” with organs that grow larger and larger with notch as his lyrics speak the upcoming well-crafted song and “Intervention” begins. It’s a chilling song about soldiers, every second as Butler softly calls out to be set free. of religion and death. album. fits the familiar mold churches and the loss of friendship and love. It’s some “Neon Bible” is everything “Funeral” was and more, The moment “Smoke that Bright Eyes stems heavy-handed stuff, but with the backdrop of organs, and is only hindered by a little too much polish. Without Fire” starts, it is obvi- itself in. lush strings and the lovely voices of Chassagne and Sarah It is an album filled with larger-than-life songs and ous that songwriter M. Ward had The gentle closer “Tourist Neufeld, it feels like everything falls into place perfectly. themes about life, death and hope. significant influence on how the Trap” is a soft sigh where Oberst Standing out on the album is the Springsteen-like Praise to “Neon Bible.” song comes out. It starts out as a reflects on his own life. He sings lonesome acoustic tune that slowly about not having a place to call invites trumpets in to echo off the home. Harmonicas return and play walls. Its melancholy and Ward’s mournfully as the song unwinds voice is amazing as usual. He nearly as whistling brings this record to steals the song from Oberst, simply a close. because his voice fits better. If these songs were selected as “Reinvent the Wheel” is a the b-sides of the new Bright Eyes piano-driven tune with harmonicas album, the songs that made it on and violins bent on sounding like the album must be spectacular. a pop song. “Stray Dog Freedom” Even so, “Four Winds” is a great is the only song that does not teaser for “Cassadaga.” 10 Wednesday, March 7, 2007 DAILY EGYPTIAN Classified Classified DAILY EGYPTIAN Wednesday, March 7, 2007 11 12 Wednesday, March 7, 2007 DAILY EGYPTIAN Classified Comics DAILY EGYPTIAN Wednesday, March 7, 2007 13 The Duplex by Glenn McCoy

By Linda Black Today’s Birthday (03-07-07). Did you Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) - Today is a know that Pisces is the sign of the billion- 7 - Keep asking questions, and odds are aire? No, you’re not going to win the lot- good you will discover the truth. It’s too tery this year; you’ll work for your money. late to worry about whether or not you Don’t waste it. This is just the beginning want to know what it is. Girls and Sports by Justin Borus and Andrew Feinstein of something better. To get the advan- Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21 - Today is tage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easi- an 8 - Don’t even try to explain what est day, 0 the most challenging. you’re doing. The people who are in Aries (March 21-April 19) - Today is agreement will trust you already - the a 6 - It does look like somebody else can others already don’t. get farther more quickly than you can, Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) - Today for a while. Be a team player and provide is a 6 - Your friends think the world of support. You’ll get your glory later. you, and with good reason. You make Taurus (April 20-May 20) - Today is a them think and you make them laugh. 7 - Develop a routine that you can teach You are fulfilling your mission. to someone else. You don’t have to do Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) - Today everything to insure that it all gets done. is an 8 - An amazing thing will happen Gemini (May 21-June 21) - Today is as you finish a tedious task. You will a 7 - By now you should be able to tell discover a treasure you didn’t know was which direction you should be going. in there. You’ve figured out where the treasure is Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) - Today is buried. Next, you get to start digging. an 8 - Your recent adventures increase John and the Giraffe by Marc Chyba Cancer (June 22-July 22) - Today is a your self-confidence. You also realize 7 - Try out an idea you’ve been thinking you’ve assumed new responsibilities. Get about to simplify paperwork. The odds used to it. That’s the burden of being a are good it’ll save time, which you can leader. spend in more pleasurable pursuits. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) - Today Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) - Today is a is an 8 - You’ll be delighted to discover 6 - The main way you increase your you have some left over. Don’t spend it fortunes now is by keeping them safely on a little treat now, save it up for a big hidden. Just think how much you’ll save one later. when you pay cash for your next major purchase. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) - Today is an 8 - Your objective should be home and family. You’re doing it all for them. Let this (c) 2007, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC. be known. The support you receive gives Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune you the energy to carry on. College and Cats by nikki proctor

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MESA, Ariz. — Jason Marquis had another strong outing Tuesday, pitching three scoreless innings for the Chicago Cubs in a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Marquis gave up two hits and a walk, striking out two. He has allowed one run and five hits in five innings this spring. The right-hander signed a $21 million, three-year con- tract with the Cubs after going 14- 16 with a 6.02 ERA for St. Louis last year. Marquis has worked during the offseason and in spring training with Chicago pitching coach Larry Rothschild to refine his mechanics. Marquis got six outs on grounders against the Brewers. “It’s a big key for me. When I’m getting groundball outs, I’m doing my job,” he said. “It’s going to take a lot more hits strung together to score runs. It’s going to help me stay out of CHRIS LEE ~ MCT a big inning.” St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jason Marquis pitches in the Micah Hoffpauir, a non-roster first inning against the Houston Astros at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, first baseman, homered with one out Mo, on Sept. 13, 2006. The Astros won 5-1. in the bottom of the ninth off Luther Hackman to win it. Hoffpauir was the Cubs’ 13th-round draft pick in front and pulled it foul. He left one ing up four hits and two runs. He 2002. He was a late invitee to spring up and over the plate. I was fortunate struck out three and didn’t walk a training, coming in after position enough to put a good swing on it, and batter. In his first start of the spring, players had reported. it got out.” he gave up five hits and five runs in 1 “It was great to get a chance in The Cubs went ahead 2-0 in 2-3 innings against Oakland. the bottom of the ninth inning,” the first on a two-run single by “It was much better than the first Hoffpauir said. “I went to the plate Jacque Jones against Brewers starter time,” Vargas said. “I made the one looking for a good pitch to hit. I got Claudio Vargas. bad pitch in the first inning. After it on the first pitch but just got out in Vargas worked three innings, giv- that, it was much better.”

PITCH Despite their differing styles rotation. The duo has factored into CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 on the mound, Powell and Adams the Salukis 9-4 start to the 2007 have found ways to make each season, accounting of SIU’s wins. Powell has bounced back after other better. Powell said he hasn’t Adams said he doesn’t plan some early season jitters to win been surprised with how Adams to move around in the rotation his Friday start against Northern has performed. because he likes where he is. Illinois. He fanned eight in 6.1 “If anything, we talk about “I’m comfortable where I’m at innings allowing four hits and two which parts of the zone to hit and because J.P. is a good pitcher and unearned runs in the 9-4 SIU win. just throwing strikes, but he’s got a he just had a couple of rough “Cody Adams has had more good mound presence out there to outings, but he’s already turned it quality starts and because Saturdays begin with,” Powell said. “He hasn’t around,” Adams said. “When we are huge games. If we don’t win changed much in the preseason stay together on road trips, he’ll Friday, you definitely want a guy because he worked extremely hard give me a mini scouting report, in a position to win,” Callahan making his pitches better in the so it helps having someone who’s said. “Lately, he’s pitched how offseason.” been there before.” we know he’s capable of pitching Adams and Powell room and hopefully that’s what we con- together on road trips in addition [email protected] tinue to see.” to being the go-to pitchers in the 536-3311 ext. 256

MOORE Sophomore forward Jasmine Eikenberg said Moore, the Salukis’ CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 Gibson said Moore used her knowl- lone senior, is a positive influence on edge of the game to help her younger her and understands the chemistry of Moore leads the team in scoring teammates elevate their game to a the team again this season at 14.4 points per higher level. “She has helped me develop as a game and shoots 57.7 percent, which “She is a very competitive play- coach,” Eikenberg said. “She really is tops in the MVC and 13th in the er and there are some things that understands the heartbeat of every one nation. I can watch her do and learn from of her teammates, she really studies “She would give us a lift right it,” Gibson said. “We are in the post them because she cares about people.” when we needed it,” junior guard together and I learn new moves from Jayme Sweere said. “She has been very her. She is just an all around great [email protected] vital this season.” person.” 536-3311 ext. 282 Sports DAILY EGYPTIAN Wednesday, March 7, 2007 15 Saluki IInsidernsider SALUKI TRACKER BRUCE WEBER Running back Thomas Jones was traded by the Chicago Bears, along with their second round pick in April’s draft, to the New York Jets Monday for their second round pick. Jones was a key component to the Bears run at the Super Bowl. Do you think this was a good trade and will the Bears miss him? “This is a good time to make this trade, just for the Bears to assure they get some value for Jones while they still can. And if SCOTT MIESZALA Cedric Benson isn’t ready to start by now, he’ll probably never be. I think the trade was scott_mieszala@ mutually beneficial, because Jones can still dailyegyptian.com play and the Bears move up a bunch of spots in the second round.”

Former SIU men’s basketball “I think this was a great trade. We drafted coach Bruce Weber suffered a Cedric Benson to be our No. 1 guy and now loss in the last regular season we won’t have to hear Jones cry when he’s game when Illinois lost 60-53 to sitting on the bench. Jones is approaching Iowa. Weber led the team to a 30; the age where it seems every running JEFF ENGELHARDT 21-10 overall record going 9-7 in back’s production seems to plummet. The conference play. His next game Jets needed a running back and with Lance de_editor@ will be Thursday in the first round of the Big Ten tournament against Briggs screaming for a trade the Bears could dailyegyptian.com definetly use the extra pick.” Penn State.

“Jones is a free-agent after this season and MATT HARTWIG they need to free up money to sign Briggs Do you have questions for long-term so the deal was necessary. I wish the Bears would have received a second round the Saluki Banter that you matt_hartwig@ pick for him straight up though. This is Benson’s want answered? dailyegyptian.com team now and that’s a good thing.” E-mail [email protected]

SPORTS BRIEFS BASEBALL SCHEDULE W OMEN’ S BASKETBALL March 7 Murray State 2 p.m. Three placed on MVC Scholar-Athlete team March10 Youngstown State 2 p.m. March 11 Youngstown State 1 p.m. The SIU women’s basketball placed three players on the 2007 Missouri Valley Conference Scholar-Athlete team. March 13 Middle Tenn. State 3 p.m. Freshman guard Erica Smith, junior guard Erin Pauk and junior Jayme Sweere were March 14 Middle Tenn. State 3 p.m. named to the team. Smith and Pauk garnered second team honors while Sweere gained an honorable March 16 Western Michigan 2 p.m. mention notice for the second consecutive year. March 17 Western Michigan 1 p.m. Pauk, a first-team pick a year ago, has a 3.95 grade-point average in psychology. She March 18 Western Michigan 1 p.m. averages 4.3 points, two rebounds and two assists per game. Smith carries a 3.71 GPA in business management while averaging a team high 5.4 rebounds per game in addition to scoring 6.9 points per game. SOFTBALL SCHEDULE Rounding out the list with a 3.52 GPA was Sweere who was second on the team in scoring at 11.3 points per game. The Springfield, Mo., native is a radio and televison major. March 9 Florida A&M 1:30 p.m. March 9 Western Carolina 4 p.m. T RACK AND FIELD March 10 Buffalo 11 a.m. Riley honored with Athlete of the Year award March 10 Georgia 4 p.m. Brittany Riley’s world record has earned her the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country March 10 Bracket play TBA Coaches Midwest Field Region Athlete of the Year award. March 11 Bracket play TBA Riley, a junior thrower, holds the world record in the 20-pound weight throw. She set March 13 Alabama-Birmingham 2 p.m. the record Jan. 27, when she threw 24.57 meters, or 80 feet, 7.5 inches. The previous record was 24.23m. March 17 Bradley 12 p.m. DAILY EGYPTIAN Womens Basketball: Three Salukis make MVC Sports Scholar-Athlete team, page 15 P AGE 16 S OUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY MARCH 7, 2007

MEN’S BASEBALL WOMEN’S BASKETBALL The right pitch Sophomore pitcher As Adams’ strikeout numbers go different than Adams’ 2006 cam- up, his earned run average continues paign, when he made six starts and leads SIU in wins to dip, finishing February with a finished with a 4-4 record and a 0.09 ERA. He boasts a 4-0 record 4.60 ERA. Matt Hartwig with 28 strikeouts and six walks Adams cut down his ERA by DAILY EGYPTIAN this season. more than three runs from last Saluki coach Dan Callahan said season and made the full-time jump Saluki pitcher Cody Adams Adams’ recent string of dominance into the starting rotation. doesn’t look fearsome until he blows has been a byproduct of his attitude Adams said the explana- a two-seam fastball by an opposing on the mound. tion for his success thus far has hitter. “Last year, he felt like establish- been simple. In his outing against Northern ing his presence was all about the “Location has been the big- Illinois Saturday, Adams struck radar gun. He would overthrow and gest difference for me this season,” out a career-high nine batters and when pitchers tend to overthrow, Adams said. “When I keep my scattered seven hits and one run they fall apart,” Callahan said. “One pitches down, I’m more effective.” over eight innings as the SIU base- of his biggest assets is the movement To get out of big jams Adams ball team defeated the Huskies he creates on his two-seam fastball. said he mainly uses his two-seam 5-1. Adams threw 6.2 innings To do that he can’t overthrow; he’s fastball, which appears like a sinker allowing one unearned run while got to pitch and not try to muscle at times. He grips the ball with his striking out eight Chippewa in the ball and when he does it right fingers on the narrow seams with a batters in the 4-2 win against he can be pretty good.” specific grip. Central Michigan Feb. 24. This season has been much A deeper grip along with some extra pressure from the fingertips can cause the ball to sink before it pops the catcher’s mitt. Adams’ two-seamer moves down and away from lefties, forcing the hitter to drive the ball into the ground. Adams’ arsenal contains more than one pitch, however. He said he has been working on improv- ing his slider and changeup as well. “I throw the two-seam 70-plus percent of the time, but I have used a four-seam fastball and a splitfin- Sophomore ger fastball too,” Adams said. “I’ve pitcher been working on my second and Cody Adams third pitches and (pitching) coach pitches a ball (Tim) Dixon has helped me a lot to Central with that.” Michigan As the No. 1 starter in the Sunday Feb. Salukis’ rotation, Jordan Powell 25 during the has let Adams get into his rear- first game of a view mirror, but fans shouldn’t double header expect to see Adams taking at the Abe the slot away from Powell Martin Field. anytime soon. DUVALE RILEY DAILY EGYPTIAN See PITCH, Page 14

MEN’S GOLF DAN CELVI ~ DAILY EGYPTIAN SIU senior foward Carlai Moore shoots the ball in the Salukis’ 60-47 Gwinup leads team win over Missouri State at the SIU Arena on Thursday. Moore leads SIU Salukis drive forward: to seventh place with 14.4 points per game and a 57.3 shooting percentage. Jeff Engelhardt Gwinup and freshman Blake Driskell, “The first couple rounds I putted DAILY EGYPTIAN who was coming off a career best 11th the ball real well. I put myself within Moore finishes on top place finish at the Pizza Hut/Bell 10 or 15 feet of the hole,” Gwinup The SIU men’s golf team did not South Classic in Philadelphia, Miss. said. “If I can just get a little more and 8.7 rebounds per game. quite finish what they started this Driskell carried that momen- consistent with my irons, especially Senior provides Moore was named to the Mid- week. tum into the Grover Page Classic going for par-fives or long par-fours, valuable leadership Continent Conference first team The Salukis finished seventh by shooting a 72 in the first round of it would help.” and won the conference’s Sixth among 15 teams at the Grover Page play, tying him for seventh with senior The Salukis finished with a team Josh Johnston Women of the Year award in her Classic in Jackson, Tenn., after shoot- score of 913, 45 strokes behind first DAILY EGYPTIAN two-year stint at Missouri-Kansas ing 295 in the first round, tied for place, North Alabama. The Salukis’ City. second best. he kids found out opening round of 295, however, was It is safe to say Carlai Moore When Eikenberg was named The two-day, 54-hole tournament the seventh best round of any team in has been a big part of changing head coach at SIU in 2004, Moore was a par-72 course that stretched Tthat they could play the tournament. the atmosphere of SIU women’s was quick to follow. 6,738 yards. SIU saved their worst ‘‘this competition when Newton said that the Salukis basketball. Moore said Eikenberg’s coach- round for last, shooting a 314 in would be able to continue to build off Moore, a 6-foot-1 senior for- ing style influenced her decision to round 3. The slip started in the sec- we put all three rounds this tournament. ward, was greeted with a standing join her at SIU. ond round with a team score of together. “They are going to get better, now ovation in front of a crowd of “When looking at who was 304, nine shots more than their first — Leroy Newton we just have to play three rounds,” 1,296 people for Senior Day, her going to push people on and off round. SIU head coach he said. “They are working on their last game at SIU Arena. Moore the court, hands down it was going Saluki coach Leroy Newton said teammate Andrew Gwinup. individual shortcomings, and I think scored six points, grabbed five to be Dana,” Moore said. “That’s he was pleased with his team’s per- Driskell fell out of the top 10 we’re going to be all right and get bet- boards and dished out six assists the decision I made.” formance. at the end of the tournament, but ter every tournament.” in a win against Wichita State, In the 2005-06 season, Moore “We shot two good rounds and Gwinup finished seventh overall. After two straight seventh place 72-39. was named MVC Newcomer of I was really tickled with the kids,” Gwinup posted a 70 and 72 in the finishes, SIU will look to move up Moore began her college career the Year after leading the Salukis in Newton said. “The kids found out first two rounds, but fell off in the last when they compete March 12 at the at Missouri-Kansas City under cur- scoring, averaging 17.6 points per that they could play this competi- round at 78. Samford Intercollegiate tournament. rent SIU coach Dana Eikenberg, game. She shot an MVC best 54.8 tion when we put all three rounds Gwinup said his good perfor- where she led the Kangaroos in percent from the floor that season. together.” mance was due to his short game, but [email protected] scoring and rebounding in 2003- SIU was led by senior Andrew he feels he can improve. 536-3311 ext. 238 04, averaging 13.7 points per game See MOORE, Page 14