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Treuer's "Honest Approach" a Success By Sydnee Bickett dian Reservation as the son of an Aus- allows you to get a glimpse of another Treuer spent most of the hour sharing trian Jewish Holocaust-survivor father, culture." stories about his grandfather, who died Robert Treuer, and Ojibwe tribal court However, this thought process is dan- from suicide in August. He stated that al- judge mother, Margaret Seelye Treuer. gerous because as Treuer stated, "it has though his writing career seemed distant He earned a degree in anthropology the effect of wiping out what makes lit- from the lumberjacking and trapping from and M.A. erature, literature" as well as the fact that careers of his family members, it was his and Ph.D. degrees in anthropology these celebrities are "encroaching on gift that proved to bring him closer to his from the . He things others have worked hard at:' grandfather. Treuer described delivering has taught English for the University of Treuer has indeed worked hard at his his grandfather's eulogy as a gratifying Minnesota since 1996, and has received writing. He stated that the process takes experience. "My journey as a writer al- numerous awards and fellowships for about five years to write six hundred lowed me to give back to my family in a his writing, including three critically- pages; however, with his most recent way only I could," Treuer stated. acclaimed novels. novel, he wrote five hundred fifty-seven Following the lecture and convocation, At the lecture on Tuesday night, Treuer pages in nine months. This novel fol- several faculty members and students spoke regarding the culture of read- lows a Jewish-American writer who is agreed that Treuer did indeed make a Photo courtesy of Sydnee Bickett ing, dispelling myths around how stu- drawn to a Native American Indian res- great speaker, just as Dr. Julie Jochum dents are taught to read. He stated that ervation in northern Minnesota after a Gartrell had known. Cate Vermeland, Minnesota-born author and Ojibwe it's dangerous to look to literature for school shooting, which is based on the art professor and director of the Fac- Indian David Treuer was the featured understanding a culture or a group of Red Lake High School shooting in 2005. ulty Scholarship Center, remarked that speaker at the second annual Heginbo-. people because it gives the reader a false Treuer noted that several of his family Treuer's "honest and frank approach to tham Literary Lecture Series on Tuesday, sense of reality. The experience of read- members teach or are active in that par- his audience is such a breath of fresh air:' September 18, lecturing on "Reading ing is unique, one a person cannot gain ticular school district. The mark of a great speaker is simply Culture: Literature in the Modern Age:' from watching television. "Books are Although the lecture was sponsored this: they keep their audience wanting to Treuer also spoke at convocation on meant to work on the reader over time by the Department of English and Mod- hear more. English major Lisa (LeGrand) Wednesday, September 19. because they contain grand themes and ern Languages in conjunction with the Mangone agreed, stating that although Education professor Julie Jochum Gar- ideas," Treuer added, "...the ideas sneak Heginbotham lecture series, Treuer "sometimes Treuer is hard to follow, if trell suggested Treuer to the English De- up on you." reached many more than just English I had the opportunity, I would listen partment because she knows him per- Treuer addressed the recent popular- majors. Rachel Miller, an education and again." sonally and believed he would make a ity of books written by celebrities and science major stated, "Treuer made me It is clear Treuer has found his call- great speaker. The English Department the popularity of Oprah Winfrey's book aware of the stereotypes and attitudes ing as a writer. Treuer encouraged those as a group chose to ask him to speak at club. His humor caused the audience towards literature and reading in our who are searching for their own callings: both the annual Heginbotham lecture to erupt with laughter on several occa- culture which I had not thought about "If we are lucky enough to find what we're and Concordia convocation the next sions. In addition to his jokes, Treuer before. The lecture inspired me to invest supposed to do, be encouraged to do it. day. Treuer's background and credentials added that because of these movements, more of my time in quality literature Not in the Nike fashion, but really do it. speak volumes as to his ability to deliver a "reading is seen as a 'good thing' so you and as he said, find the pleasure in the Devote yourself to it. Develop a discipline memorable speech. should just do it anyway. It is a social details, the hidden treasures of a book:' around doing it. Don't go half way, but Treuer grew up on the Leech Lake In- and moral act and it's good for you...it At the convocation on Wednesday, give yourself over to it completely." China, the former "sleeping giant," has ples of different issues in business today. Nuckles moved to Shanghai with his their program. become the center of economic attention For example, at a law firm, the students wife, Cass Markovich, after retiring last Brynteson hopes it will be the high in the past few years. This December, 16 can learn about intellectual property, a year. The two had built ties to China point of their education as well. The stu- business students from Concordia will prevalent issue in China, which is a huge years ago through importing Asian art, dents seem excited, and they are not the put themselves at that center. Dr. Rich- producer of pirated software. A Shanghai and thus can offer their perspective to only ones. So much interest was shown ard Brynteson of the College of Business marketing company can teach the group the students. in the trip that 15 people remain on the and Organizational Leadership (CBOL) about marketing products in China. Markovich can also connect the group waiting list. This response makes Bryn- will lead a group to Shanghai for a 9-day The group will also learn from each to a unique opportunity through the teson hopeful that another trip might be immersion of global business. other. Each student will write a brochure school where she now teaches. Brynte- offered later this year. CBOL states its mission is "to provide for the others on a specific topic related son says that the school was the first in He also hopes that his "guinea pig" voy- [its] students with an exemplary, per- to China—from Chinese etiquette to China to focus on special education. age will be successful enough to allow a sonalized applied business education special education in the country to Chi- Ultimately, the group will be able to China trip to be offered a two to three grounded in an ethical approach and nese sartorial history. witness many ways that China is chang- times a year, possibly for undergraduate global perspective' The trip intends to Brynteson is a fitting choice to lead the ing. business students as well. In today's busi- fulfill that mission. trip due to his experience in East Asia. He December's China trip is the first for ness climate, Brynteson said, "you've got Brynteson said, "China is the center of took seven trips to Singapore from 2003 the Business program. The participants, to be global now:' which connects back business now," and Shanghai is the larg- to 2006, working with the military to or- aged 24 to 54, are all in the adult pro- to the CBOLS mission. est cargo port in the world. The students ganize transportation more efficiently. gram and completing their Masters de- While young, the CBOL looks ready to will be able to study the global economy Concordia's Business program also has grees. The trip is intended to be their step up to the challenge and opportuni- from the Chinese perspective. Visiting a useful contact in Shanghai with former Capstone, a requirement for all Masters ties of a global economy. many sites will provide practical exam- professor Chuck Nuckles. candidates that is the "final project" of

WS' arewell to Schen. A musical celebration for serving 39 years at Concordia By Tim Sailer Nearly all of the seats in the Buetow Music Cen- gether. Amidst the dexterous gymnastics, the notes ter Auditorium were occupied on Sunday, Sept. 16 raced with precision and accuracy. Once the Men- for the first of the faculty artist recital series for the delsshon concluded, President Hoist and a handful 2007-2008 academic year. The recital was "Piano for of other audience members immediately rose from Four Hands" featuring Dr. Kathryn Schenk and her their seats. The standing ovation began before the husband Dr. Allan Mahnke. recital was over. While the recital was a showcase of their musical For the encore, the duo performed a Percy Grainger talent, it was also a celebration of the 39 years Schenk arrangement of "Embraceable Yoe The minute the has taught at Concordia University, St. Paul. She had melody was recognized, laughter sprinkled through- retired earlier this summer. out the audience. A wide array of friends, colleagues, alumni, and The recital was only half of the celebration that Sun- students stepped intos the _auditorium that afternoon. day, which concluded in the Cros of Christ Fellow- The earliest arrivers strolled through the rows of ship Center. A line trailed outside of the center to purple chairs to the left side of the auditorium. This greet and thank the Schmahnkes.

way they could witness the 20 fingers flying across The celebration continued with , the surprise pro- the grand piano during the performance. gram Schenk and her husband organized by the mu- Schenk and Mahnke (often referred to as the sic faculty and students. Dr. Monica Murray, a vocal "Schmahnke,s" by their music colleagues and stu- music professor introduced the program as "a cel- dents) walked on stage_and Were:Welcomed with ap- ebration of music, teaching and [Schenk's] spirit." plause and smiles. Caitlin and Elizabeth Ehlenz began the program The recital was a collage of music through time with a piano duet. Members of the Hmong Culture and space. and Language camp (pirt of the Southeast Teacher How often does one hear music from the 18th cen- Licensing program) danced. More speeches were tury with a I.S. Bach's Sonatina to the 24st century, given from faculty; alumni and students. The final with the U.S. premiere of "Three Tangos' by Argen- element to the program was a large ensemble per tine composer Saul Cosentino—all within 70 min- forming Ralph Vaughn Williams' "Serenade to Mu- i utes? sic"—a fitting "farewell" to the beloved musicians. Dr. Schenk embraces Paul Manz, ovell-known composer and friend Additionally the famous scherzo from "A Midsum- Although retired, Schenk has not disappeared as her husband, Dr. Allan Mahnke looks on. mer Night's Dream" and "Allegro brillante" by Felix from campus. She continues to teach piano lessons Photo and background courtesy of Tim Sailer Mendelssohn may have been one of many memo- at Concordia. Her husband is also teaching music

rable moments in , the recital. The program notes history courses. deemed these pieces as "fairy music." No matter how long they remain at Concordia, The hands of Schenk and Mahnke were crossed the Schmahnkes' legacy and passion for music and over each other, nearly .tangling their fingers to- students may last much longer.

,„. . NEWS NEWS EWS NEWS 3 0 Fallout By Stephen Batcher

On September 11, Concordia hosted bitter and forget about the basics. The tile floor in rival Duluth. There the chapel for example was a great addition at were hot dogs on the grill, music playing, the time, but without the wood floor behind z and students in spandex. The Bulldogs have it, there would have been no foundation to been Concordia biggest rival over the past support it. few years, and usually the match is the most After the Poehler lecture by Dr. Stohlmann 0 anticipated of the year. This game brought a last year, our school was reminded that no few thoughts to mind. First and foremost, the matter what we do, we must remember Con- support for our team that night was astound- cordia's mission statement which ends with, z ing, no matter what the outcome. However, "all within the context of the Christian Gos- with the good also comes the bad—or at least, pel!' Lectures like Stohlmann's have helped the disappointing. President Holst's 4th goal in this year's State Community for Unity! That's the slogan of the University Address to be all about Spiri- for the school year. Whoever chose this slo- tual Formation. This is ~there the new goal gan is a genius. One can assume it has to do differs from the new look. In the new look, we Photo courtesy of Concorida St, Paul. with the new buildings coming in and people Got rid of the layers in order to see the founda- living in the apartments, but it can also easily If you haven't noticed, there's a new look to With the new goal, we are keeping the transfer to sports, music, worship, and stu- ing the summer the Gross of Christ Fellowship C but remembering at the same time that dent life. This is where the illustration of the and they even starte e t dation is working through them and UMD volleyball game comes. in. revamping the chap wer, them together. A snapshot of the stands that night would they look wonderful. ood floors were somethinhap olways Spiritual formation does not just happen in reveal a community for unity. Looking from had. The only probleM was that they had been covered up by ti e, a new chapel, but it happens in the halls, classrooms, the scorers' table there were Concordia fans fashion in the 60's. Even though the tile was all right, a stained wood athletic events, meetings, and all throughout spread out on the far left, followed by UMD floor can't be beat. our school as well. It is a goal that will not be fans next moving left to right, then about 100 The finding of the original floor in a way symbolizes the steps cam- easy, however, as goals never are. It will only 0 students with hundreds of parents behind pus is taking this year to get back to the basics of what this school was be achieved through prayer and remembering them in the middle, and finally more CU built for. Concordia University was built and centered on the Christian that even the goal itself falls into our mission students on the far right. Painting a clear pic- Gospel, but over the years, layers have been added on. It is very hard to statement, "all within the context of the Chris- ture? keep the focus on faith when there are so many other things going on . tian Gospel." As we work towards this goal, Not if you look closer. Most of those sitting Money issues, advertising our school, moving to Division II athletics, we need to pray as a community that God will on the far right and left were student-athletes: being a school of liberal arts, and many other things have added on lay- work through our achievements, our strug- If this was "Community for Unity" shouldn't ers to the beautiful foundation of the Gospel where everything started. gles, and our school to proclaim His message z the whole student body be sitting together? Now, none of these layers are necessarily bad things, as Concordia has of Salvation. Everyone is at the game for the same reason, been very blessed with all the work that has been put into all of this and to cheer on the Bears. So, why is it that these with all the achievements made. We just need to remember that it is fans don't all sit together? It's a question, that easy to get caught up in the achievements and the struggles sometimes ,.• can only be answered by individuals. So what's the point? Well, the point is z that as a student body, everyone here needs to begin to support each other and stand with one another to create a community. A corn-, , munity starts from within. Thus athletes need Letter from the President to stand at the games with the other students just as church workers, music majors, and all As I write this I prepare to watch Ken Burn's documentary on World War II. The public- other students must also do the same. This ity calls us to remember both the heroism and the waste of war. I remember as a little boy doesn't just go for athletic events though ei listening with rapture to the bugle taps as one of the young military men of our church ther. Everyone needs to go to plays, the art' received a military funeral after being killed in battle. I recognized a hero but I also saw a shows, the concerts, and even the BBQs on family weep. I hurt over the loss three friends in the Viet Nam war but many of our neigh- the knoll. This is the sense of community bors, colleagues and students suffered much more. this campus needs to build in order to move I do not want to belittle Burn's documentary or the suffering of so many innocent [and forward. On the basic level, underneath ev- some guilty] people in war but, in a lesser sense, we all war against many enemies - some erything else, we are all students, so why not real and some imagined. A university education wars against ignorance, prejudice, lies, bad stand together in everything we do? logic and faulty methodologies. A university also provides the weapons of war. A variety of No one on this campus is better than the interests stand like soldiers lined up to support the battle of selfish self-interest. Art exhibits person next to him. Whether you are very re- please the eye but also drive one to understand the artist's creative drive. Music pleases the ear but also makes us examine ligious or don't knoW God, a crazy sports fan life on a deeper level than pure logic. Athletic competitions dazzle our minds with fantastic strength, conditioning and or a crazy good artist, we are all equal as stu- agility while reminding us of the value of amazing teamwork and hard work while teaching how to face the tension of the dents here at Concordia. This year we have a uncertainty of success or failure in the task at hand. real chance to make a difference, but it has to It is easy as a conscientious student at Concordia to focus on your own interests. I myself would love to do only what I start with each individual person. Throw out like best. But my life here expands with the art, music, convocations, daily worship and athletic events that sweep across everything you've known and try everything our campus as rapidly and repeatedly as wind on an ocean. Not only do the events entertain or enrich me but I am also that's thrown at you. "Community for Unity" intrigued by watching colleagues and students perform at such a high level in so many different ways. I stand amazed at so is a great step for this great university, but it many things that I cannot do! "A Community for Unity" makes a good theme for the 2007-8 academic year but coming will all be wasted if you chose not to jump in together in support of the community of activities will also enrich our individual lives. Life with a broad range of interests on everything Concordia has to offer. After and perspectives fosters creative curiosity and deeper appreciation of complex people in a complex world. I think that all, don't miss out on what could define this it also leads to a broader understanding of the tragedy of war and the meaning of Jesus' precious words, "Blessed are the university for years to come. peacemakers." --President Bob Holst 4 OPINION OPINION OPINION No Little Experience: A Reaction to the Treuer Lecture By Sydnee Beckett Glancing over the syllabi for my Eng- came home without Pick. department and Concordia at large felt a critically-acclaimed author. Dressed in "±" lish classes this semester, I noticed a Although several of my classmates in Lit- should speak-at not only a one hour lec- a black sweater and jeans and drinking similarity: reading Little by David Treuer erary Theory despised Treuer's first novel, ture but also an hour-long convocation. Caribou Coffee, Treuer answered my was required in two courses. "Good," I I loved it. I loved the journey through the This man attended Princeton University, questions with humor and respect and I thought, "I can kill two birds with one hardships and slime of the characters' dai- was advised by , received found myself more convinced this would stone, write a paper and be done and on ly lives. I found the process of deciphering several awards for his writing and had be an experience I wouldn't soon forget. to the next required text" I didn't have a the relatedness of each character to the written three critically-acclaimed novels. At the convocation, Treuer spoke about 0 clue what a notable journey I was about next exciting. I viewed the ending of the Perhaps he might have something to an unexpected recent connection with to embark on. • - book as hopeful; the characters had en- share. his grandfather as well as how his jour- Starting the novel, I believed it would dured such hardships through their lives, Treuer's interesting sense of humor ney as a writer allowed him to give back lend me insight into an unfamiliar cul- especially with the death of Little, but new engaged the audience, causing laughter to his family in a way only he could. The ture. Isn't that what books are meant to and brighter times were just. around the numerous times throughout the night. subject matter became more personal do anyway? Show readers a culture or corner. Some argued Treuer didn't realize his au- which explained his change of tone from lifestyle in a creative way? Growing up I supported Treuer in both Literary dience wasn't comprised only of students Tuesday night to Wednesday morning. in the Twin Cities, my knowledge about Theory and Literature Seminar because but of monetary donors to the university. However, his level of comfort With the Native American culture was severely I felt a connection with the author. I had But I found his use of profanity refresh- audience remained the same. limited. I'm embarrassed to admit this, never met him before. Although his sen- ing and honest and something students After the convocation on Wednesday; but like several Americans, I held an in- tence lengths and interwoven story lines don't expect to hear in an academic lec- my Literature Seminar course met to dis- correct stereotype. seemed a burden to my classmates, I ture. I couldn't let the opportunity to cuss the two events. Two students noted Reading Little shattered this stereotype. thought we ought to give him more cred- thank.him slip through my fingers, so I that they didn't care much for the book at Because of the author's lengthy descrip- it; it was his first novel, after all. Perhaps approached Treuer following the lecture first, but after hearing Treuer speak, they tions, Treuer's characters in this novel the lengthy sentences and confusing story with a pressing question: What happened realized they appreciated the book more. became real people to me. I was fighting lines that combined to form a treacherous to Little's body after he drowned in the This brings up a valid point: Would we against the river's current with Donovan journey through Treuer's novel were sim water tower? He answered my question as students like the books we hated more to save Little and eating oranges along ply his writing style. All of the discussion. with a chuckle, admitting that Little's after we met the authors of those books? with Jeanette in Iowa. I could see the over this novel fueled my excitement in body was sucked down into the town's Would the classics such as Moby Dick stark white interior of Paul's rectory on hearing the author speak. water supply. Was this symbolic? Treuer's or Pride and Prejudice be less daunting the reservation and feel the below-zero There was nowhere else I wanted to be smirky grin answered yes. The event does if Herman Melville or Jane Austen ap- temperature the night Duke and Ellis on Tuesday night than sitting in the Bue- symbolize Little becoming a physical and peared in high school English classes saved Donovan from the abandoned tow Music Auditorium soaking up the spiritual part of his entire community. around the country to talk about their car. I sat in the trenches of Vietnam with stories and anecdotes. Call me a literary Chatting with Treuer reminded me more books and philosophies on writing? Stan and could sympathize when he freak but this was a man who the English of a conversation with a friend than with

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By Steven N amanny Two years ago, Hurricane Katrina hit Nevv Disaster zones create easy targets for Orleans. Since then, New Orleans has be- criminals. New Orleans is a place where come one of the most crime ridden cities thousands of houses are under construc- in the nation. tion and few people are around. When disasters such as Katrina hit, citi- Mexican workers are an easy target for zens and authorities must pull out for a the thieves. These workers are typically short time. The lack of authority is not the construction laborers that will be working main cause of the increase in crime because on a house. Burglars walk right up to the authorities, such as the police, firemen and workers and shoot them and take all their Photo courtesy of garnbinosinfo. National Guard, are first to return to the di- belongings. This happens quite often and So how are communities to deal with all this crime? How are people ever going saster zone and efforts are made early on to has occurred down the street from Camp to feel safe again? New Orleans does have fewer police officers than it would like,

control the situation. Restore a number of times. but are more cops really the answer? What kind of presence is truly necessary? Crime increases because of the lack of Sadly, another common type of theft is In what ways can people take back their community so they can once again feel people. There are many shops but few peo- committed by contractors. Contractors safe? N ple to run them. Granted, there are loot- will be working on a homeowner's house These are the questions that New Orleans struggles to answer. Camp Restore is ers who will use this opportunity to steal and will ask for pay and then walk away also digging for answers. The camp's mission statement is "restoring faith, home

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from stores from people living in the area tractors will go to stores with the hom- crime ridden neighborhood? I just trying to survive. Now two years down eowner. The homeowner will buy the ma- The solution begins by rebuilding people's homes and giving people a place to the road, the crime is worse than before the terials and the contractor will put them on live instead of FEMA trailers. When a pin-son moves into their new home hope storm and is not getting better. their truck and then drive off with them. is sparked. Camp Restore, where I live and work, is lo- Currently there is roughly an average Hope that life may once again be normal. Hope that life may now have a sense cated in New Orleans East. This is a neigh- of three homicides per week. A large per- of security. borhood where people do not willingly centage of these homicides take place in Since I have been in New Orleans I have been writing to update people with PIN travel alone. There is no walking around at New Orleans East where Camp Restore is what has been happening. You can keep up by checking out my blog at http://liv- night in New Orleans East. locate ingandthinldiT-steven.blogspot.com ., O OPINION OPINION OPINION 5 0 3

Above: Emily Stanzyk and Joy Sewing pose with kids from Plus Time. Plus Time is an after-school program run by Concordia education students at Liberty Plaza in St. Paul. Above: The student team poses before winning the 5th annual Wurst Und Kraut contest. Photo courtesy of Joy Sewing. Photo courtesy of Tim Sailer.

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Above: Caleb Rahn, son of Jason and Hope Rahn, adds his artistic touch to a banner at the

Comet KidZone. Jason is the Associate Vice President of Student Life. . Photo courtesy of Joy Sewing.

Above: Wurst Und Kraut logo, created by CSP Alum Eric Cannedy (`05). Graphic courtesy of Cannedy.

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Above: students, alumni, staff, faculty and friends celebrate at the dedication of the new chapel addition. Above: Tim Sailer, Josiah Laubenstein and Melissa Bergdall serve up treats in honor of Concordia' Photo courtesy of Tim Sailer. Founder's Day. Photo courtesy of Debra Beilke. 6 HOMECOMING2007 0

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Above: Members of the CSP volleyball team play in the Homecoming game on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Colby Reinking.

Below: Students paint their bodies in an effort to show their school spirit at the Homecoming football game. Photo courtesy of Colby Reinking.

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Above: The Martin Luther statue dons the traditional Homecoming costume. Photo courtesy of Tim Sailer.

Below left: Gabby Fountain dresses in a Homecoming Dress-Up day costume. Photo courtesy of Colby Reinking.

Below right: Members of the CSP Pep Band add to the festivities at the Homecoming football game. Photo courtesy of Colby Reinking.

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HOMECOM NG200 7 When asked what she thought of the fans here; she said that the fans really get into it, Familiar Face, New Place and that it is definitely different being on the Commentary by Stephen Batcher home team here instead of being the away team. She said she used to laugh at some of imagine playing for the Boston Red Sox, our cheers while playing at Duluth, and now and then in the oft- season signing on with she laughs because she knows what its like the New York Yankees, the Sox's biggest rival to be the other girl. Meierotto also said that in baseball. What about transferring from UMD has a Hawaiian night and the fans e Michigan to Ohio State in between football understand that Concordia is the team to beat seasons? That return trip to Michigan would I when the Bears visit Duluth as well, so the be killer. Well, in the realm of Division II fans get -pretty crazy for the rivalry there as volleyball that would be like transferring here well from Duluth. That is exactly what Whitney As for goals for this season Meierotto said Meierotto did this season. that she wants to learn and grow from every After playing two seasons for the Bull- game. When asked what it meant to be one dogs, one in which she dominated us in of the older women on the team and whether the regional final, she packed her bags and she felt she needed to step up and help the headed south to St. Paul. One might wonder young freshmen, she explained to me how why? Why would she leave a team that made being to the final four helped her grow up it to the national final four last year and was Left: Meierotto spikes the ball in the game fast. Now she knows it's her responsibility to returning the NCAA division II player of the against Northern Michigan. help the newcomers grow up, and she can year along with most of her teammates? Why Photos courtesy of www.csp.edu/athletics give them knowledge to help them grow as would she leave all of that for a team who lost players. She understands that there are big in the sweet sixteen and lost two all-Ameri- said Meierotto. Out of high school, Meierotto really only looked at shoes to be filled by her teammates this year, cans and five senior starters last season? UMD for school, mainly because her sister was already there. After and she knows that it will tough to replace For starters, Meierotto said that she was quitting at UMD, she only looked at Concordia and chose to transfer them. However, she:said that she doesn't feel "upset with some of the decisions made by here soon after. She said she really enjoyed the women and the coaches. pressure to outperform the past players and her coach." Volleyball had become more of a Her family is also long time friends with assistant coach George Padjen, doesn't feel like it is a burden to replace any- job, and not an enjoyable job. "Volleyball has and Meierotto said that was a factor in her coming here. She went on to one. "The ultimate goal is to "win a national always been fun and something I enjoyed; it add that playing here and going to school here are already a complete championship." got to the point that it wasn't fun anymore," 180 degree turnaround compared to Duluth. Volleyball Preview: Restocking the Shelves, Room for Possibilities Commentary by Stephen Batcher

Exit stage right: Jessica Lucia, Megan Graham, Ashley Emily Palkert, a freshman from Excelsior, MN, seems Olson, Monica McNamara, and Kelsey Kyro. Enter stage to have replaced the role of Kelsey Kyro in the line-up, left: Whitney Meierotto, Emily Palkert, Sadie Kessler, and she has made a huge impact so far this season. She is Mary Slinger, and Krista Erikson. The Golden Bears lost second on the team in kills and has proved to be huge at a pair of All-Americans and a quartet of All-Conference the net blocking as well. Palkert, along with Maria Stein- performers last season. Big problem, right? Wrong! So hagen, has helped the Bears stifle the opponents, holding far this year the Bears seem to have revamped pretty them to a .067 hitting percentage. well. As of September 20th, the Bears are 13-1. Sadie Kessler, a sophomore from Albertville, MN, has Usually it is tough when a team loses so many se- also fit in nicely for the Bears, filling the shoes of Ashley niors, but Coach Brady Starkey has done a fine job this Olson. Mary Slinger, a sophomore from Faribault, MN, season restocking the shelves. Maybe the coaches for will be taking over for Megan Graham. Slinger played in the Vikings should give Brady a call for some help in the every game last year but she is new to the libero position future. Coming off the heartbreaking loss to Minnesota- this season. This will mean more playing time for the Duluth last season to end the Bears national title hopes, sophomore. Slinger has showed she already has the skills the Bears will look to defend their conference crown to dig like Graham joining the 30 Dig Club in the first again this year. They lost most their team, but the Bears weekend of the season. Krista Erikson, a freshman out- have barely lost a step, coming right out and beating the side hitter from Andover, MN, has also stepped up for number seven team in the nation in a three game sweep the Bears this season. She has done more digging than earlier this month. The latest poll has the Bears at num- hitting, but her impact as a defensive specialist has been ber four with some tough games ahead. just as big. Whitney Meierotto is a junior transfer from UMD and The new starters, mixed with the four returnees, look has made an immediate impact leading the team in kills. to give Concordia fans another successful season. They have already proven they can beat a good team here at Whitney was instrumental ip helping UMD end the Bears season last year, but the Bears hope she will help home, but it is yet to be seen how they will do on the the team defeat the Bulldogs this year. Meierotto has the road against tough opponents. The leadership from potential to fill in the role of Jessica Lucia. She hasn't hit the returnees will be a question mark for the Bears this as well as Lucia did in her illustrious career here yet, but season, but if the returnees step up to their potential, it she can sure dig like her and has a killer serve. Meierotto could be another very successful year for our Bears. A will also be able to help Maggie McNamara, Mary Slinger Clockwise from top left: Emily Palkert, Sadie Kessler, possible National Championship is not out of the realm and Maria Steinhagen lead an inexperienced team as the KristaErickson, Mary Slinger of possibilities, but with such a young team things will season progresses. Photos courtesy of www.csp.edu/athletics need to come together fast. 8 SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS Football Preview: le0 Strong hopes for the season Commentary by Stephen Batcher Well, ladies and gentleman it has all of a surprise as preseason player of the begun. The smell of hot dogs and brats year, given his time in the back field last on the grill, the sound of plastic shoul- season was not as productive as other der pads connecting with the frailty returning offensive starters around the of unprotected abs, and the smell of conference. This year he should have a beer on the fans' breaths in the student better line that should give him more section. OK, maybe not the last part-- time to throw though. especially on this campus, right? Even There are also strong hopes that Eric so, the football season is here, and the Clinton and his buddies can establish Photo courtesy of www.csp.edu/athletics Golden Bears have taken over the Gruff. some sort of running game. Junior Last year the Bears struggled, offen- College (JUCO) offensive line transfers Bears this fall. (The Gophers fired head cialist. The Bears do have returning kicker Blake Ogletree and David Boettcher sively and defensively. Besides stopping coach Glen Mason this past off-season, Stephan Bjerke, and he will be joined by should help senior Dan Buchman the run, there wasn't much to cheer which may or may not have led to Moore's Nick Spadafore and TG Schoenberg to about. It was a different season than anchor the line. A better running game transfer.) help take over the kicking duties. will help Kole as it will relieve the pres- previous years when the Bears played The Bears are returning a couple stars The Bears looked good on defense in sure of having to control the offense good solid offense, solid run defense, on defense, including Duy Huynh, Chuck - their first game against Augustana this through the air. Catching balls for Kole and only had trouble with stopping Meisbauer, and Jordan Frain. They did, season as they sacked the QB seven times. will be Tyrone Ruffin and Antwon Wil- the pass at times. The Bears finished however, lose some key starters including The defense held the Augies to -12 yards liams again this season who have been 2006 with a 5-6 record and a 4-4 mark Eric Power, the team leader in sacks and rushing but did give up over 300 yards solid performers the last couple years. in the conference. The Bears were tackles for loss, and Antonio Brown, the passing. The inability to stop the passing The Bears also look to be better on actually, however, 5-4 against confer- Bears' interceptions leader. The line back- game will bite the Bears later if they don't defense, having brought in many JUCO ence foes; their win against University ing core looks solid again, however, and fix it. The offense was very balanced and players from Iowa Community College of Mary last season was considered they will be relied on to help stop the run did just enough to win the game. This and North Dakota School of Science. non-conference because the game was and control the passing game. The defense performance will hopefully not continue We will have to see how the defensive on the schedule before Mary joined the will look to improve upon last year and the rest of the year. The Bears will need to secondary does, though, since they have conference. Mary was also this year's take the next step to make Concordia a improve to compete for the NSIC crown. been the weak point for the Golden homecoming foe, and first home op- contender for the NSIC crown. I predict that the Bears will play well at Bears in years past. Junior transfer ponent for the Bears. Anyone who went to the games last year home, but, as in most seasons, the road Dario Moore is one new face that will The Bears are returning some quality probably noticed how much the Bears will be the test for them. If they can play line up on defense this year and try starters on offense this year. Quar- struggled in the special teams' aspect of the well on the road, they will have a chance to help out in the secondary. Moore terback Kole Goodchild was named game, especially punting. To make things to compete with the top teams in the con- was an All-American Junior College preseason player of the year in the worse, with Brody Johnson graduating last ference. A bowl game is not out of reach wide receiver before transferring to the conference; he is returning for his spring, the Bears will be left to find a new this year. Gophers for a season and then to the second year behind center. He was sort field goal kicker, punter, and/or kickoff spe- Editor In Chief Writers Photographers Kaitlin Hartnett Erin Anderson Lance Meyer Executive Editor Stephen Batcher Colby Reinking Sydnee Bickett Tim Sailer Erin Anderson Kaitlin Hartnett Senior Editor Adam Koglin Contributions Amy Wolter Rachel Kuhnle for the third issue Editors Susannah Mennicke are due Lance Meyer & Tim Sailer Lance Meyer Evan Palenschat Wednesday, Art Editor & Graphics Johanna Pugsle October 10th! 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SPORTS SPORTS Life After Concordia: Charles Martin By Evan Palenschat the University. good, but I didn't like it. It was long hours Further, Martin helps organize events Concordia was not Charles' first -choice and I wasn't used to managing people' . like ."Put me in Coach," which raises for his undergraduate degree. He initially Looking for a change, the new gradu- money for our sports teams. attended the University of Dubuque in ate started to look for a job. Having done Martin has also recently been en- Iowa (2000-2002). • some work in admissions at Dubuque gaged to Leah Ferber who graduated "I wanted to play football, and I knew and enjoying it, Martin applied at a Con- from Concordia with a degree in Art Id play my first year at Dubuque," said cordia University, Chicago. last year. Their wedding is set for Febru- Martin. He actually played for two years. . Charles remembered the process mov- ary 9th and will be held at Concordia's However, he realized there was not much ing very quickly. He applied in October of Graebner Memorial Chapel. to do in the small town. Looking for a 2004, had an interview in Novemb,:r and If you'd like to stop and visit Martin, change, Martin transferred to Concordia started the job in December. his office is located in the white house in 2002. He earned a scholarship for foot- Martin worked in Chicago for almost directly east - of the Center for Hmong ball his senior year but opted to run track two years when he heard, "through the Studies. instead. grapevine," about an opening here in St. During his time on the track team, Mar- Paul. He was excited about continuing tin held records in the 55 meter dash and his work here and also adding his ener- Look for more Photo courtesy of www.csp.edu/admissions the 200 meter dash. He was also part of gies as assistant coach to the track and a record setting 4x100 and 4x200 meter field. team. alumni Charles Martin can't seem to stay dashes teams. In his new alumni relations position, away from Concordia University, St. Athletics was not the only thing in which Martin acts as the server administrator Paul. He graduated from the univer- Martin excelled. He also participated in for the online alumni community. This profiles sity in 2004. Last year he worked as an UMOJA, student mentoring and campUs is a social networking tool, similar to undergraduate admission counselor. ministry. Facebook, that keeps alumni in touch. He in future issues Since August of 2007, he began work When Martin graduated in 2004 he didn't also sets up events for returning alumni, as assistant director of alumni rela- know what he wanted to do. He ended up mainly the golden reunions celebrating 50 tions. No matter what title he holds, moving back home to Florida and manag- years since graduating Concordia. Martin of The Sword Martin finds great joy in talking to stu- ing one of his father's lawn and pest con- was also deeply involved in this summer's dents and building relationships across trol stores. Martin said, "The money was National Youth Gathering in Orlando. this year! Woodard Plays Douglas for a Weekend By Lance Meyer War...Social Security...Gay Marriage! The same over- tifully. "The cloths worked out great except for a few "Overall the weekend was a lot of fun," said Woodard whelming issues continue to be in the media's spotlight problems with my suspenders throughout the weekend, who hopes to perform the debates more in the future. these days. Politicians, already fighting for nominations but that's expected," said Woodard who looks forward Woodard added that he can see him and Akin becoming and votes, are constantly bombarding Americans with to being able to use the cloths for other reenactments in more familiar with the scrip and being able to perform the same redundant strategies for getting out of Iraq, the future. the debates without notes. The two have already decided plans for restructuring social security, and desires re- Aside from the fun of dressing up though, the main to visit some schools this coming winter, and Woodard garding gay marriage legislation that they've heard time point of the reenactment was to give people a better un- also hopes to possibly bring the reenactment to Concor- and time again. derstanding of how influential the 1858 debates were dia's amphitheater sometime down the road. The debates held earlier this month in Hastings, Min- to Lincoln's later election as President and the issue It really doesn't matter where or for whom Wood- nesota, however, gave people an opportunity to escape of slavery that would drag the United States into civil ard and Akin make their next performance, however. for a weekend the political battles of today. Outside war. Lincoln and Douglas participated in seven debates Whether it's to the students at Lakeville High School, the the LeDuc Historic Estate on Main Street in Hastings, throughout Illinois in 1858, all with somewhat the same members of the history club here at Concordia, or an- a reenactment of the 1858 Illinois United States Senate structure. In Hastings, Woodard and Akin presented a other community somewhere in Minnesota, it is certain debates offered quite a different agenda of issues for the thirty minute reenactment made up of selections from that people will be excited to hear a debate on something people who came out for the festivities. "There was a the original three hour long debates. other than war, social security, and gay marriage. good turn out both days, and the audience was great," In the debate, the two 19th Century History buffs said Concordia University history professor, Dr. David staged a young-beardless Lincoln who was practically Woodard. unknown at the time against a short-stocky Douglas Woodard and Lakeville School District Educator, who was already considered a giant in politics. Wood- Tabe Akin teamed up this year to bring a new aspect to ard and Akin first gave a historical introduction and then Hastings' annual Civil War weekend. Playing Stephen debated, as if they were in the borderline state of Illinois A. Douglas and Abraham Lincoln respectively, the two in 1858, the issues of slavery, states' rights, and western friends and former Fort Snelling co-workers were fi- expansion. "People listened closely to the debates at this nally able to put their talk into action as they brought time," said Woodard referring to 1858. "The words were the famous Lincoln-Douglas debates to life. "We had really well said, and the language was exceptional." been talking about doing something for more than three Following the debates, Woodard and Akin stepped years, and we finally just decided to do it" said Wood- out of character and gave the audience a chance to ask ard. questions. Along with the debate, this opportunity gave Both Woodard and Akin really like the Civil War time people a chance to not only get a sense of the kind of period and had each read the debates in the past. So, debate that was used and the issues that were prominent, all that was left to do was order the cloths and get a gig. but they were also able to learn much more, for example, Once dressed up in their suits, bow ties, top hats, and who transcribed the debates and how many people at- Woodard and Akin as Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas. suspenders, Woodard and Akin fit their parts beau- tended them. Photo courtesy of Dr. Woodard

10 ARTS/VARIETY A Day in the Life of a PSEO Student By Johanna Pugsley

In the fall semester of 2007, eighty- fitting in around campus. Gretchen six Postsecondary Enrollment Options Hintze said, "I feel included most of the (PSEO) students walk the halls of Con- time, except for when students talk about cordia University. Many professors have dorm and college life. During classes I said that they enjoy having PSEO stu- feel more included." Hintze, like others, dents in their classes because the PSEO has said CU is one of her top choices for students do so well. Professor Robert the college she plans to attend. Krueger and others have said that for PSEO students say that, in general, the most part, PSEO students are ambi- people do not try to distinguish them tious, interested in learning, and excited from traditional students. Abdullahi about the opportunity. Krueger does say said, "I don't think many people realized that he is disappointed when the PSEO there were PSEO students unless you students substitute college courses for told them:' their high school courses, but he does Many PSEO students say that their enjoy those who are prepared to be in college experience does not differ much class. He said, "I really like having them from traditional college life. in class as long as they're prepared to be "I didn't really notice the difference:' there." Left: Eman Abdullahi Abdulahi said. However, to complete their college ac- Center: Gretchen Hinze According to Emily Bertram, a sec- ademics, PSEO students have said they Right: Clair Watne ond-year PSEO student, the school life Photos provided by Johanna Pugsley make certain sacrifices. For example, of a PSEO student follows much the Claire Watne said that she spends two went to college." they enjoy the freedom that accompa- same pattern as a traditional student liv- hours riding the bus to school from Furthermore, most PSEO students nies college life. Watne, who is taking ing off campus. Bertram drives to school her home in Plymouth. Eman Abdul- have said that they take a full load of eighteen credits this semester, said she on most days, catches up on homework, lahi, a traditional freshman who had college credits while participating in relishes the challenge and relaxation of rereads any assignments, and catches taken PSEO, said that she missed prom required high school activities. For college academics. Bertram also has her classes for the day, doing additional because it fell during finals week, and example, after catching two morning said that she enjoys being able to leave homework between classes. PSEO stu- she did not get her picture in the year classes at CU, Gretchen Hintze must go class early on exam days if she finishes dents have said that the college routine, book because she needed to attend class to her high school for additional classes. her exam early. Abdulahi said she en- once set, is easy to fall into. the day pictures were taken. According Then on Mondays and Wednesdays she joyed not needing to ask the professor "It feels kind of normal now that I've to her, PSEO students actually give up returns for another college class; other- before doing everything. been doing it for a year and a half;" Ber- their high school years. Abdullahi said, wise, she stays at her high school to help Despite the fact that they are still high tram said. "I like it here." "I feel like I really didn't have a senior with a musical. school students, PSEO students say that year. I stopped at eleventh grade and Many PSEO students have said that most of the time they have no problems A Hands-On History Experience By Lance Meyer

"No class tonight; we're going on a lowed by a walk-through of Hill's 19th fieldtrip!" When the 25 students of Dr. Century mansion. David Woodard's "Introduction to His- Summit Avenue consists of one of the tory" course hear this comment, they longest stretches of preserved Victorian know they will not be going to Valley mansions in North America. The sever- fair or the Minnesota Zoo. Rather, these al blocks boast nearly every example of students know they will be visiting sig- American residential architecture, and nificant local historical sites as part of the countless stories of its once wealthy the course curriculum, including the inhabitants are mined by historians for James J. Hill House, the Ramsey House, insight into St. Paul's past. the Sibley House, the State Capitol, and Once inside the house, the students the Minnesota History Center. were able take a first hand look at the Woodard's main goals in the "Intro to beautiful interior design and elaborate History" class are to get students to real- woodwork of Hill's million dollar mas- ize what history is, understand how it is terpiece. They were also able to get a done, and know that there are a collec- sense of what life was like for the Hills, Photo courtesy of The Minnesota Historical Society tion of historical sites in the Twin Cit- their hired hands, and the guests they the mansion was the role of the family's staff, who cooked, cleaned, and looked over ies which can be rich sources of histori- hosted. The Hills loved to entertain the house when the family was living elsewhere. Their hired hands were treated cal knowledge. "These sites are fun to guests whether it for a formal dinner in extremely well by the family; they were paid decent wages, provided with all their

visit, especially as a group," said Wood- the dining room, an exhibit in the fam- food, and , given adequate housing in the basement and even on the third floor. ard, "and they also allow students to see ily's gallery, or a dance in the hundred Overall the night on Summit Avenue gave students an opportunity to see history how history is interpreted in yet another foot long reception hall. Four of Hill's and understand how it is preserved, studied, and presented. "They (the five sites) form," daughters were even married in the ultimately do serve to illustrate the connection between the study of history and The first class trip of the semester was mansion. what we can find in our own backyard that has historical worth," said student and early in September to the Hill House Family history isn't the only aspect of history major Ian Breldce. He noted that the trips are "a wonderful way to inspire on St. Paul's Historic Summit Avenue. the Hill house that the Minnesota His- some people to explore history more than they normally thought they would like to The trip consisted of a walking tour of torical Society presents to its visitors, . . . The Hill House in particular was a great tool for learning about our neighbor- e4 the Summit Avenue neighborhood, fol- however. A significant aspect of life in hood and the history of our town:' ARTS/VARIETY ARTSIVARIETY" 114-

Georgia O'Keefe: lcLaughlin: Circling Around Abstraction By Erin Anderson

. A Live Experience it people know Georgia O'Keefe as the painter of animal Skulls By Amy Wolter d flowers reminiscent of female genitals, but as the upcomii exhibit at the Institute of Art will show you there is mud more to this multi-dimensional woman. Born in 1887, O'Keefe grew up on a farm in Sun Prairie, Wisc3rsin. O'Keefe's artistic talents were recognized early and by the time she graduated from high school, O'Keefe had decided to make her living as an artist. Though known primarily for her paintings, O'Keefe created works of art in other mediums as well such as clay, watercolors pencil and charcoal. O'Keefe created art up until her death in 1986 and is one of the most Well known female artists today.- Starting October 2, you can view the art that made O'Keefe so famous, Though O'Keefe's work has been displayed in museums across the country for decades, the Minneapolis Institute of Art will be presenting O'Keefe in a new Nvay: through a study of circles. Throughout her career, O'Keefe incorporated circular forms into her works. O'Keefe's work contrasts from that of her peers, who primarily used straight lines and angular shapes. Using the circle and its family of shapes and lines, O'Keefe encouraged viewers to see new forms and create connections between shapes and emotions. The exhibit, which runs until January 6, is the first to focus on O'Keefe's use of circular forms and is sure John MCLatighlin may not be the new craze of the Musk scene, but he has a reputation that many would give any- to delight all viewers. Admission is charged at the exhibit in the Target Gallery and it runs Sunday, October 7, 2007 until Sun- thing to have. Having been a significant part of the jazz mu- sic scene for over 40 years, McLaughlin has made a name day, January 6, 2008. for himself as an amazing jazz guitarist. After moving to the Photo and baekgrotrod courtesy of the Minneapolis Institute of Art United States in the early 1960's, he began to play shows and began a long standing friendship with Miles Davis., For the past few decades McLaughlin has been wowing fans all over the world with his phenomenal guitar technique.. hanghai Adventure Recently, I was lucky enough to experience the music of By Stephanie Roegner John McLaughlin for myself at the Dakota, a jazz club in downtown Minneapolis. McLaughlin's Minneapolis stop My name is Stephanie Roegner and I have (part of a nation-wide tour) was a sold out, standing-room- attended Concordia St. Paul for the last four only two set show at the intimate yet spacious jazz club. years. I am in the 5-12 Education program McLaughlin's band consists of a bassist, two percussion- with an emphasis in English. Ever since ists, a keyboardist and himself. Although he has had many my freshman year, I have been plotting and different people play in his bands in the past, the group was planning for a student teaching placement extremely cohesive, as if they'd been playing together for overseas. Why would I want to student teach years. in the States when I could go on an adven- McLaughlin's set was filled with eclectic picking supported ture somewhere and get an experience of a by the fast moving rhythm section. Most of the songs, as lifetime? There are always money issues and usual for most jazz sets, contained nearly 10 minutes or logistic issues, and believe me I struggled more of straight jamming. The person I went with, who has with those. But, I worked hard and find been a drummer for the past 60 years, commented after the myself, even as I write this article, student show that McLaughlin's drummer was one of the best he teaching at Concordia International School had ever seen live. The parts of the show that stood out the Shanghai in China. most for me were McLaughlin's quick movements and fast Photo courtesy of Stephanie Roeger CISS is a unique school. There are ap- picking. proximately nine hundred to nine hundred and fifty students in preschool through twelfth grade; among Perhaps the most enjoyable part of the show was wat6ithe those students, twenty-seven passport nationalities are represented. The students come from places such McLaughlin play on his specially constructed jazz as the U.S., Korea, Germany, Italy, the Philippines, and much more. When students graduate from the high Containing at least ten strings, it was like nothin school they go on to universities in the United States and other parts of the globe. The students get a good seen in my life andI've been surrounded by musician education and it enables them to pursue anything they set their minds to. since I was a baby. *** The faculty at CISS are some of the best in the world. They have taught in many different school systems, I have never been a. 4ilige' z7mimic. erhaps but have found their niche here in this eclectic city. The teachers at this school find creative ways to incor- cause I've never really appreciated its randornness. The idea porate traditional learning along with the culture that abounds in the city of Shanghai and other parts of of just making up music as you go seems kind of silly t% China. Their main goal is to get students to love learning like they do. Just as at CSP, the classes are small me, when other people spend years writing and perfecti and students and teachers are able to come to know one another with respect and friendliness. a certain song. However, McLaugh1in is one of the best; he I cannot express enough how glad I am to be here. It is an opportunity that I am thankful I did not pass can make seemingly random picking sound like a perfectly up. It has given me the chance to learn a new language, see an extraordinarily different part of the world, planned song; it works for what he is trying to accomplish and meet people who are teaching because they love it. with his music. His playing is beyond belief; he can turn Yes, I miss my friends and family. Yes, it was scary and nerve-racking coming here all by myself. Yes, I even people without much previous interest in music. have good and bad days. But, overall, I would not give up this chance for anything. It has given me a dif- For more information on McLaughlin's music, both past ferent perspective on the way I used to live and think. I would not change it for anything. and present, visit his website at www.johnmclaughlin.com . Look for more insights from Stephanie's Shanghai Adventure in upcoming issues of the Sword! VARIETY ARTSVAZ-7-ATEY-Y