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Volume 88, Issue 5 September 27, 2005 Regis University---------------­ e a weekly publication 1 an er The Jesuit University of the Rockies www.RegisHighlander.com Denver, Colorado 3rd annual Fun Run races for charity Auction to aid l hurricane relief Andrea Silva Senior Reporter Hurricanes Katrina and Rita have shocked the nation with their destruc­ tive power. Deeply troubled by these natural disasters, members of Residence Life are planning a silent auction of donated crafts and services. The auction will take place during Casino Night, Saturday, Oct. 1, of Parent's Weekend, and the proceeds will be donated to hurricane relief funds. The idea to hold a silent auction was that of O'Connell Hall Resident Assistants Rachel Crowley and Gretchen King. As Crowley explains, inspiration to sell handmade crafts came from her and King's hobbies, and those discovered of their resi­ Photo by Graham Hunt dents. "We were making skirts on the 3rd floor and we found out we had a Participants in the Regis University Physical Therapy Fun Run react to the starting gun on Saturday, September few residents who could sew, so we 24. The annual event is "dedicated to community involvement and overall health and wellness promotion." Each thought to ourselves, 'wouldn't it be year, proceeds from the run are given to a local community partner. The money raised on Saturday's run will ben­ efit The Argyle Foundation, a local group that acts as a steward for the Argyle Senior Living Facility. See Auction on page 2 New events slated Diversity Celebration gets Regis on its feet for Family Weekend Kathy Korsmo Alyse Warner provided the students of Regis with meaningful. As Sandra Mitchel, the Contributing Reporter Staff Reporter unique exposure to culture elements Associate to the Provost for Diversity, that they might not otherwise be able stated it is a "celebration of spirit as Do not freak out if you walk into The Regis Campus was electrified to experience. expressed through different cultures." class on Thursday and discover that it with the sounds of diverse music fol­ The Celebration followed the Mass This event especially emphasizes has significantly grown in size and lowing the Mass of the Holy Spirit this in the hopes of expanding the feeling unity and diversity on campus. median age. On Thursday, past Thursday. The Diversity of fellowship through performances Performers Jada and Friends rep­ September 28, parents coming to Celebration, now in its second year, that are not only entertaining, but also resented African culture while invigor­ Regis for Family Weekend will be ating and actively involving the audi­ given the option of following their chil­ ence. Audience members joined the dren to class to ensure that their performers on stage to learn a harvest money is being well spent. dance, celebrating the successful har­ Following a son or daughter to class vest of the first crop. is just one of the many options to be A perfomance by Northern and offered to parents this weekend. Southern Plains Indians Dancers and j Other events include an all day habitat Singers followed. Members of this I for humanity build, a bicycle tour of dance group represented more than Denver, a hike at Red Rocks, dinner at six different Native American tribes. the University Club, several Regis Utilizing only drums and their voices, tours and lectures and, as usual, the they brought to life their tribal heritage. traditional golf tournament and casino This group performs at many of the night. In addition, the women's soccer local Native American pow wows and and volleyball teams are both at area conventions. All the performers home, so family weekend participants wore traditional dress and played tra­ are encouraged to cheer our teams ditional instruments. on. The hope for the event was to "enjoy Senior JoAnn Melendez, Student Photo by Graham Hunt each other's company as much as Activities' Special Events Coordinator, Diversity Celebration perform ers Joda and Friends lead audience mem­ what is going on the stage," according hopes that the diverse mix of new and bers through a traditional harvest dance. The event followed the Mass of to Mitchel. See Family on page 2 the Holy Spirit for the second year. Tuesday, September 27, 2005 2 Highlander News--------------~--'-----;__:..:..:...._ Family from front page Contact the Highlander 2005 Mass celebrated 3333 Regis Blvd, Mail Stop 1-8 old events will make this weekend not Denver, CO 80221 only fun, but a unique chance to par­ ticipate in "smaller, more intimate Our Mission: groups." As the staff of the Regis University Dave Law, Director of Student weekly publication, the Highlander Activities, echoes Melendez's senti­ we intend to serve the campus and ments, adding that he believes family the neighborhood by providing an weekend is "a great time to get fami­ outlet for the transmission of news lies together and to help them recon­ and ideas. Our publication is nect mid-semester." He is quick to designed to cultivate awareness, point out that family weekend is not understanding and dialogue about just for families. Students whose par­ matters of community importance. ents are not coming are encouraged to participate in whatever weekend activ­ Editor-in-Chief ities they wish to join. They should Chris Dieterich look to this weekend as one that has more options than a normal weekend and should take advantage of these Associate Editor opportunities. Students who are inter­ Justin Parnell Photo by Graham Hunt ested in events can either call or stop Regis University Jesuits procede onto the stage. The Jesuits joined the by the Office of Student Activities to Opinion Editor Most Reverend Richard Hanifen to celebrate the Mass. pick up one of the family weekend Justin Goldman brochures, which have more details Alyse Warner honor the late Dr. John Muth, who Staff Reporter passed away earlier this year. A about the events. Feature Editor & Manager of Family weekend is organized by the remembrance for Dr. Muth, written by Distribution Office of Student Activities, though The Mass of the Holy Spirit was cel­ Dr. Alan Service, a longtime friend and Alyse Warner many different departments and ebrated this past Thursday in the colleague of Dr. Muth, was featured in organizations at the university help out Boettcher Commons by a large crowd the back of the Mass program. Sports Editor by sponsoring activities or talks. of students, faculty, and other mem­ Despite the rainy weather, the feel­ Ryan Caulfield bers of the Regis community. The ing of fellowship was felt by all who Auction from front page Most Reverend Richard Hanifen was attended. University Ministry is "look­ Spotlight Editor ing forward to hav[ing] next year's the primary celebrant for this Mass, but Lauren Maestas members of the Jesuit community also service in the new chapel," according cool if we could donate stuff to the hur­ to Eileen O'Brien, Associate University ricane?"' said Crowley. presided, including the University Senior Reporter President Fr. Michael Sheeran, S.J. Minister. Donations to the auction will consist Andrea Silva The Mass began with the ringing of the The final prayer of the Mass was of homemade blankets, scarves, Main Hall bells followed by a proces­ particularly poignant and was a prayer clothes, cards and jewelry. Senior sion of students from all three of the for all of the people who call Regis Tammy Hackfort, also an RA in Copy Editors schools here at Regis. New Orleans University home in any sense. "We O'Connell, says that donations of Maricor Coquia students from Tulane, Xavier, and ask you, 0 God to Guide the work of services such as dance lessons and Lauren Wojtko Loyola also participated in the proces- Regis University this year. Bring to lawn care will also be auctioned. As of right now, most submissions for the sion. completion the good work begun in Layout Design auction are from residents of During the service, students and each of us- our students, faculty, Amelia Noyes members emphasized diversity administrators, staff, Jesuits, alumni, O'Connell, though all are welcome to through the readings and inspirational and friends. May we use the gifts you participate through donation. Editor of Photography An added benefit of the auction will music provided by the chapel choir for have given us to further justice and Graham Hunt the event. In particular, one reading peace in our world. As your people, be that the Regis University Student was told in six different languages: give us your wisdom and compassion. Government Association (RUSGA) ngrinia, Spanish, Korean, Croatian, Guide us in our decisions, in our stud­ has offered to match whatever sum is Staff Photographers Chinese, and Gaelic. ies, and in our service. We ask this in raised in donation. Already, Jonathan Reinhard The mass also took a moment to your name. Amen" Residence Life has raised $95 from a poker tournament held in O'Connell Staff Reporters last Wednesday with a $5 buy-in.