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b y Sa r a h Zh e n g departments, and the creation b y Da n i e l Go t t f r i e d Teichman. He said that attendees in the fall which culminates in TrusteesDaily Editorial Board meet,of a Chief discuss Diversity Officer posi - Daily Editorial Board will include EPIIC participants, the spring symposium, accord- tion. The third initiative was the 54 international students from ing to Teichman. The Board of Trustees, during development of the new Tufts 1+4 The 29th Annual Norris and around the world and 35 midship- “EPIIC was started ... in the mid- divestment,their most recent meeting on Feb. Program,diversity which allows incoming kickoffMargery Bendetson Education Wednesday for men and cadets from U.S. militaryevening dle of a very heated and emotional 8, discussed the implementa- students to engage in a year of full- Public Inquiry and International academies, as well as other Tufts atmosphere in the United States,” tion of the Strategic Plan (T10) time national or international ser- Citizenship (EPIIC) International students and faculty. he said. “Diplomatic rules had been and divestment from fossil fuels, vice prior to their freshman year, Symposium, which is spon- The symposium will begin with broken. Embassies were seized. among other issues. Thurler told the Daily in an email. sored by the Institute for Global a keynote address from Deputy American diplomats had been According to a Feb. 12 let- The Office of Trustee’s Secretary Leadership (IGL), will officially Secretary of State William Burns seized. I began [EPIIC] because I ter from University President of the Corporation Paul Tringale kickoff this week. and will feature speakers from wanted to have an informed dis- Anthony Monaco, the full Board of explained that the Buildings This year’s symposium, entitled foreign governments and orga- course on the difference between Trustees discussed and approved and Grounds Committee also “The Future of the Middle East nizations ranging from the Iraqi political violence and terrorism, a report from the Tufts Divestment approved an energy master plan. and North Africa”, will include Parliament to the World Bank, which was not taking place.” Working Group that Monaco The plan’s target is a 20 percent four days of discussion on politi- Teichman said. According to Teichman, the IGL established last April. The Board reduction in greenhouse gas emis- cal and cultural topics relevant to EPIIC is an IGL-run program selected Middle East and North then made three primary recom- sion and it recommends investing those regions, a film screening and that educates students on a dif- Africa as its focus this year due to mendations based on the report: in major energy-saving projects, a cultural evening, according to ferent topic each year. Students to refrain from divestment at this such as a campus-wide metering IGL Founding Director Sherman partake in a research colloquium see EPIIC page 2 time, to pursue the establishment system, cogeneration and a cen- of a Sustainability Fund and to tral chilled water plant, as well as expand curriculum and research improving energy conservation in climate change issues. measures and upgrading existing The Academic Affairs equipment, according to Tringale. Committee discussed three “The energy master plan is pret- T10 initiatives that are currently ty exciting, and it encompasses underway, according to Director planning for current and future of Public Relations Kim Thurler. needs of the Medford / Somerville These initiatives include the cre- campus, as well as taking advan- ation of Bridge Professorships, tage of new technology that is through which the school will hire more energy efficient,” Tringale new faculty whose scholarship crosses into various academic see TRUSTEES, page 2

TCU Senate update

The Tufts Community Union at Johns Hopkins University in (TCU) Senate, during its weekly Baltimore, Md. and voted 24-1-1 to meeting last night, heard from give $852.08 to Tufts Urban Policy, guest speaker Alex Wallach Planning and Prosperity (UP3), in Hanson, a member of the Tufts order to fund their research trip to Transit Coalition (TTC) and a New York City. representative from the U-Pass They also voted by acclamation Transportation Initiative. to honor two groups’ requests Justin McCallum / The Tufts Daily Archives Wallach told the Senate that for guest speaker funding. The Panel participants listen to a speaker at last year’s EPIIC symposium, which focused on global health and security. he and other organizers have first group was Tufts VOX, which been meeting with students and was granted $3,950 to bring in administrators in order to promote writer and political analyst Zerlina a program that would provide a Maxwell for a special lecture. The discounted Massachusetts Bay second group, Tufts GlobeMed, Transportation Authority (MBTA) was granted $1,050 to bring in pass to all students. Members its own guest speaker, Partners in of TTC believe that this program Health External Relations Manager would improve student access to Samson Njolomole, on April 7. professional and cultural offerings The Open Forum session was in the Greater Boston area. devoted to a discussion about b y Me r e d i t h Br a u n s t e i n recognize you as one of their distinguished peers,” “We’re working on improv- financial aid and economic equity ProfessorDaily Editorial Board receives Omenetto prestigious said. ing sustainable and equitable on campus. Several members of According to Lettieri, much of the honor of transportation at Tufts, specifi- the Senate addressed the issue of Professor of Biomedical Engineering Fiorenzo being elected to the APS fellowship comes from cally through a university pass work-study opportunities and said physicsOmenetto last month wasfellowship elected a fellow to the peer recognition. program, which would provide that the process needs improve- American Physical Society (APS), a non-profit orga- “The whole process is pretty much [that] you’re unlimited bus and subway access ment. They suggested that a work- nization dedicated to advancing the field of physics. nominated by your peers and reviews, and then at a steeply discounted price for study fair might solve some of the Omenetto is one of 249 fellows selected from a elected by your peers, so it’s an honor within the all students,” Wallach, a senior, program’s main issues. Senators pool of 500 nominated individuals, according to APS organization because there [is] such a small number said. “We hope to continue to also discussed textbook prices and Director of Membership Trish Lettieri. There are cur- elected every year,” Lettieri said. work to build a broad spectrum debated what to do about stu- rently 6,540 active fellows in the APS, she said. Omenetto’s current research in the Department of support for the program and dents choosing not to take cer- Omenetto expressed gratitude that the APS has of Biomedical Engineering focuses on using biologi- utilize various funding mecha- tain classes because the textbooks elected him to the fellowship. cally derived, sustainable materials for applications nisms to ensure that the program required by those courses are seen “It’s very nice to be recognized by your peers,” in high technology. is neither a financial burden on as being too expensive. Omenetto said. “You never expect it, so it’s very “What I’m trying to do right now is ... to see if students, nor revenue-negative Several Senators also announced flattering to hear that people think you’re doing there is a way that we can change materials, so to for the university.” a few upcoming events, including cool stuff.” speak ... and my interest is [in] trying to see if you The Senate, during the the Association of Latin American In explaining the criteria to be named a fellow, can bridge the divide between the qualities of bio- Allocations Board Report, voted to Students’ (ALAS) Culture Show on Omenetto said that the APS takes into account con- materials and the qualities that you need to find in provide funding to various orga- March 1 in Cohen auditorium, enti- tributions to the physics community from a service high tech materials and see if you can use one for nizations, including GlobeMed, J tled “Sabado Night Live,” and the or educational standpoint. the other,” he said. Street U and Tufts VOX. The Senate Women’s Center’s spring retreat “You have to have done something relevant sci- David Kaplan, professor and chair of the voted 25-0-1 to provide J Street this coming weekend. entifically ... so that the community of researchers Department of Biomedical Engineering, expressed U with $1,210 for their trip to a and the members of that professional society, in this praise for Omenetto’s achievement. National Organization Conference —by Josh Weiner case the physicists of the world, say that you’ve done well in a certain set of things, so they would like to see OMENETTO, page 2

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After over three decades ‘This American Life’ News 1 Op-Ed 9 of service to Tufts ath- contributor and come- letes, trainer Mark dian Mike Birbiglia’s Features 3 Comics 10 Doughtie (far right) will new tour exhibit covers Arts & Living 5Classifieds 15 retire this year. brand new material. Editorial | Letters 8 Sports Back

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Visiting the Hill this week MONDAY Cohen Auditorium The Future of the Middle East and North The Latino Community of Boston: An Presentation on the Death Penalty Sponsors: The Fletcher School of Law and Africa: 29th Annual Norris and Margery Evening with Alberto Vasallo III Through Photography Diplomacy’s Hitachi Center for Technology, Bendetson EPIIC International Symposium Details: Alberto Vasallo III, president and CEO Details: Photojournalist and human International Affairs Speaker Series Details: This four-day annual symposium of El Mundo Newspaper will speak at Tufts. rights activist Scott Langley will discuss will kick off Wednesday with a Cultural When and Where: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; the death penalty during a presenta- Choosing a Label: What’s in a Name? Evening and will feature wide-ranging Barnum 008 tion of his exhibition, a photographic Details: Activist Robyn Ochs will host an inter- discussions on the MENA region. Speakers Sponsor: Department of Romance timeline of the execution of Troy Davis. active workshop as part of a nationwide tour to and panelists will consist of officials from Languages The exhibition, on display at the Mayer help people understand their identities. various organizations and governments, Campus Center this week, shows the When and Where: 7:00 p.m.; Crane Room including Deputy Secretary of State THURSDAY final moments of Davis’ life after he was Sponsor: LGBT Center William Burns. Environmental Indicators of Enteric controversially convicted of murdering a When and Where: 8:00 p.m.; Distler Infections and Water Safety in Southern police officer in September of 2011. A ALLIES Intellectual Roundtable: “The Performance Hall India reception will follow the presentation. Changing Strategic Environment of Sponsor: The Institute for Global Details: Professor Elena Naumova, an asso- When and Where: 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 the Middle East and North Africa and Leadership ciate dean for research at the School of p.m.; Sophia Gordon Multipurpose Room Evolving Civil-Military Relations” Engineering and an adjunct professor at Sponsors: Tufts Amnesty International, Details: This year’s ALLIES roundtable, Frugal Value: Designing Business for a the Friedman School, will discuss a collabo- Exposure which is occurring in conjunction with the Crowded Planet ration between the School of Medicine, EPIIC symposium, will include panel dis- Details: Global Development and the School of Engineering and Christian WEDNESDAY cussions on the relationship between the Environment Institute Visiting Research Medical College in Vellore, India to study Google’s Eric Schmidt and Jared Cohen military and civilian sectors, a crisis simula- Fellow Carina Millstone will speak the impact environmental factors have on Discuss the New Digital Age tion and a keynote from former Principal about the nature of individual private the prevalence of infectious diseases. Details: Google Chairman Erin Schmidt and Deputy Undersecretary for Policy at the U.S. sector organizations in the stead-state When and Where: 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 Director of Google Ideas Jared Cohen will Department of Defense, Kathleen Hicks. economy. p.m., Rabb Room discuss technology’s impact on the future of When and Where: 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday When and Where: 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 Sponsor: Environmental Studies Program, privacy and security, war, diplomacy revolu- to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday; Various locations p.m.; 44 Teele Avenue Tufts Institute of the Environment tion and terrorism, among other aspects of Sponsor: The Institute for Global Sponsor: Global Development and our lives. Leadership Environment Institute —compiled by the Tufts Daily News When and Where: 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.; Department

Symposium to focus OMENETTO continued from page 1 “This is a well-deserved recognition for ProfessorOmenetto Omenetto and to also continue terrific for biomedical research North Africa the university,” Kaplan told the Daily in an EPIIC email. “He is a true innovator and is also oncontinued Middle from page 1 East and passionate about his research and the learn- the significant changes that are ongoing in ing for our students.” the region. Kaplan hopes that Omenetto’s elec- “It is the third anniversary of the Arab tion will have a positive impact on the Spring,” he said. “When I was planning reputation of Tufts’ Department of this, which was several years ago, we were Biomedical Engineering, as well as on watching the evolution of the Arab Spring, the rest of the university. and we knew that there was going to be “Time will tell, but I hope [the recognition a profound shift in relationships with the from the election] adds to and continues region. Regimes were going to fall. There to help bring the best possible students to was going to be a period of tremendous Tufts for their studies, at undergraduate, turmoil. We didn’t know how complex this graduate and post-doctoral levels in bio- was going to be, but we knew it was cer- medical engineering, as well as [in] related tainly going to be intense.” disciplines,” Kaplan said. EPIIC participant Samuel Rock explained Omenetto noted that the recognition that the symposium focuses on potential from the APS will not have any effect on his future changes in the region. normal work routine. “We try and be prescient and look ahead, “I’ll continue to do the things that I do,” and see not just what is happening now, but he said. “[The election] is very nice, but what will happen in the next few years,” Rock, I don’t think that my life will change dra- a senior, said. matically. I’ll go to the lab as usual and deal Student contributions to EPIIC were aided with the things that I deal with, just like I by winter break research opportunities in the did yesterday.” Middle East and North Africa, according to He added that his motivation to conduct EPIIC participant Eloise Harnett. research stems from his enjoyment of the “There are only so many things that you work, rather than from receiving recogni- can discuss in a year, but through individual tion or awards. research projects, you can pursue your area of “I have a lot of fun doing what I do, and it’s interest,” Harnett, a sophomore, said. kind of nice when other people notice, but Harnett explained that her studies in it’s not why you do these things,” Omenetto Misako Ono / The Tufts Daily Palestine gave her an opportunity to meet said. “You do these things because it’s fun to Professor of Biomedical Engineering Fiorenzo Omenetto last month was elected a fellow to Professor Mohammed S. Dajani. Dajani, do them.” the American Physical Society (APS). the founder and executive director of Wasatia, a moderate Islamic movement in Palestine, will speak at the during this year’s symposium. “It was so interesting to hear his perspec- tives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict,” TRUSTEES currently allocated to the Career Center She said she hopes that their responses Hartnett said. “I am excited to see him in a continued from page 1 are inadequate. will elicit positive future actions. formal academic setting.” told the Daily in an email. “[It is] quite an Mendelsohn spoke about her presenta- “Based on these conversations, it The symposium is supported by the investmentTrustees in Tufts’ future.” hear from tionSenators on first-generation on students various at Tufts, does venture seem like there projectsis a shift of frame- Carnegie Corporation of New York as part of The Board, during its committee meet- and how Tufts and schools across the work with first generation students,” a two-year grant to the IGL and the Taiwan ings, also heard from three Senate Trustee country are struggling to fully support Mendelsohn said. “My hope is that this Foundation, in collaboration with the representatives — seniors Lia Weintraub these students. will open first-generation students as a Middle East and North Africa divisions of the and Rose Mendelsohn, and junior Enxhi “Specifically at Tufts, while there is not population that the administration will International Crisis Group and World Bank, Popa — who presented on their venture a ton of quantitative data, there are a lot of be thinking more of when they’re mak- Teichman said. projects, according to Weintraub. She groups and initiatives forming now to bet- ing these policies.” He explained that students play a said that she gave a presentation to the ter support first-generation students that In addition to the implementation major role in the organization of each Committee for University Advancement, demonstrate that this a problem here,” said and discussion of new initiatives, four year’s symposium. where she spoke about the need to create Mendelsohn. trustees, who began five-year terms in “There is no way that this could happen a new model for internship funding. The One of these groups was the First- November, participated in formal orien- on such a scale without such a brilliantly cali- model she proposed was the work of col- Generation Student Council, which was tation with their mentors and adminis- brated student effort,” Teichman said. “It takes laboration between the Career Center and formed last spring by Tisch Scholars, trators, according to Tringale. The newly a tremendous amount of networking. We have the Senate. according to Mendelsohn. elected trustees are: Elizabeth Cochary developed a tremendous alliance of friends “Instead of 45 internship grants given “I wanted to share with the Board with Gross (N ’82, NG ’88), Bruce Grossman and supporters. I am able to delegate and rely annually, there would be an eligibility for what is going on with first-generation stu- (LA ’85), Elyse Newhouse (LA ’82) and upon a vast array of allies.” all students on financial aid to receive one dents at Tufts and how the Board can John Bello (A ’68). Harnett said that she hopes the symposium internship grant throughout their tenure make it more of an institutional priority,” “I’m looking forward to working with will reach a large part of the Tufts community. at Tufts,” Weintraub said. “We also want she said. them, and I know they will bring great “Everyone can find some event in the to have 10 workshops that will make the Mendelsohn said the Board was recep- depth of experience to the board,” Tringale symposium that will interest them and I process more equitable and get rid of the tive of her ideas. told the Daily in an email. hope they step out of their comfort zone,” problem of an early deadline.” “There was a generally positive The Board also recognized the loss of Harnett said. “I hope that this symposium Weintraub also cited a need for addi- response from the trustees,” she said. one of their own members and an active sparks interest in people that know nothing tional professionals in the Career Center “I talked to Provost [and Senior Vice alumna of the university, Alison M. “Sunny” about the Middle East or were not particu- to help with the increasing demand for President David] Harris before I pre- Breed (J ’66, G ’72). larly interested in it before. Regardless of more appointment times. She explained sented and already got [the] sense that Monaco, in his letter, described Breed as whether you are interested in the inter- that the trustees recognized the impor- he would be supportive, since he and “a tireless advocate for Tufts, whose com- national relations piece, there are cultural tance of career support for students Monaco ... were first-generation stu- mitment exemplified the dedication shared aspects that make it so interesting.” and acknowledged that the resources dents themselves.” by all our trustees.” 3

Featurestuftsdaily.com Mark Doughtie, longtime athletic trainer, Lex Erath | Sugar & Spice retires after 36 years Jumbo

b y Em i l y Ba r t l e t t tion with Doughtie even after graduation. coach since I’ve been here. Basketball Daily Editorial Board “My dad reached out to Mark when has had a few changes too.” Olympics I had a shoulder injury from high Even with new faces coming in and Athletic trainer Mark Doughtie has school football, and Mark fit me for out of the training room each year, been a member of the Department my brace my junior year,” Meade said. Doughtie said that his profession has of Sports Medicine since 1978. “Mark has kept me off of the injured largely remained the same. irst off, let’s get one thing straight. Throughout his career, Doughtie has list since my freshman season.” “It hasn’t really changed a lot over I’m not one of those stereotypical worked with countless Tufts athletes As head athletic trainer, Doughtie the years,” he said. “We’re dealing girls who doesn’t know the first thing through wins and losses, as well as has experience working with a variety with biology [in student injuries]. about sports and who watches the through injuries and rehabilitation. of Tufts athletic teams. Sometimes you can’t speed it up; it just SuperbowlF for the halftime show. (Please, After 36 years with Tufts, Doughtie “I’ve worked mostly with football, needs to run its course and take time.” I watch for the commercials.) I know that announced his decision to retire at men’s swimming and men’s lacrosse,” Student athlete opinions, like those home runs are baseball, first downs are the end of this year. Doughtie said. “Early on I did work of Daly, have demonstrated that football and cobbing (excessive use of Michael Daly, head coach of the with men’s basketball and have also Doughtie’s impact and dedication to elbows) is Quidditch. men’s lacrosse team, has worked with done so with men’s hockey.” students has also remained consistent. But to be completely honest, I haven’t Doughtie for over 22 years in both For all athletic teams, Doughtie said “Mark is just a great American, a followed the Sochi Olympics much. personal and professional capacities. his top priority is ensuring students’ great patriot,” Daly said. “He’s a vet- I’ve been vaguely aware of the various “[Doughtie] cares about doing the safety and has dedicated the past 36 eran and I look up to him on so many American hockey heartbreaks, and I’ve right things and making the right years to doing so. different levels — so I think he has a seen some ice skating (or is it figure skat- decisions for kids,” Daly said. “That’s “In any sport I’m involved with, I’m great value system and great character ing? Ice dancing?) from over my room- what always resonated with me as a at their practices and their games,” [and] his decision making is unques- mate’s shoulder, but my 2014 Winter student, a graduate student and a pro- Doughtie said. “It can be a very per- tioned — and most importantly as a Olympics experience pretty much ends fessional working with him.” sonally [re]warding profession. There’s professional at Tufts, he cares about there. Personally, it’s hard for me to get Daly also attended Tufts as an no glamor to it; you’re going to work the kids.” psyched about the Winter Olympics; at undergraduate, where he interacted hard [with] a lot of hours ... But it’s Meade emphasized that Doughtie’s least its summer counterpart has thrilling with Doughtie as an athlete. been worth it.” absence will be felt throughout the sports like table tennis and trampolining. “Mark was my athletic trainer, so I Doughtie noted one reason in par- athletic department. So that got me thinking about all of the got to work with him then,” he said. ticular for maintaining his position as “[Doughtie] has been the face of various obstacles I have to overcome on “Then in my time as a graduate stu- an athletic trainer over the years. Tufts’ sport medicine [department] a daily basis here at Tufts — accomplish- dent here, we expanded from [a] play- “I really enjoy the kids here. I really for such a long time,” Meade said. ments that merit, at the very least, a shiny er [and] student relationship to more do,” he said. “It’s been great — that’s “His unparalleled commitment to the bronze medal. In no particular order: of a formal friendship ... We’ve been why I’ve stayed so long. I’ve had a university and its student athletes will Event No. 1: Catching the Joey. This roommates, friends, he’s my mentor couple of job offers since I’ve been leave a lasting legacy here at Tufts.” requires at least two of the following attri- — he’s been everything to me.” here. I was offered the Boston Celtics Daly also expressed his sentiments butes: incredible luck, accidental sleep- The length of Doughtie’s career job years ago. I was negotiating with over the loss of such an important fig- walking, a close personal friendship with at Tufts has allowed him to build Stanford University, but decided to ure within Tufts’ athletics community. the driver or unerring skill. A bronze for relationships with students and their stay here.” “A couple people have contacted taking the Joey uphill, a silver for taking it families, as exemplified by junior While the expectation may be that me and started consoling me because to Davis and a gold for being the last one to Tommy Meade, current captain of Doughtie would have experienced it’s going to be a big loss to me per- make the cut before the doors slide shut. the football team. many changes throughout his lengthy sonally, and our lacrosse program for Event No. 2: Working out in the gym. “I’ve known Mark longer than most of career, he explained that the only sig- sure,” Daly said. “With Mark, he just The combination of a fitness area that’s my teammates have,” Meade said. “My nificant changes in the sports medi- cares about the kids. He cares about not quite large enough and an undergrad father, Danny Meade, [was captain of] cine office have been small. the place, and he’s been such a great population zealously devoted to working the Tufts football team in the eighties “The changes are just physical. piece of the Tufts fabrics — I hope it’s out adds quite the degree of difficulty to and played under Mark’s supervision.” Facilities, upgrades ... that’s really been something we don’t lose.” your normal routine. A bronze for lifting in Doughtie has had a significant the biggest change,” Doughtie said. Doughtie, however, said he is con- the morning, a silver for grabbing a space impact on both father and son, accord- The number of coaches Doughtie fident that his decision to leave is the to do abs at night and a gold for secur- ing to Meade. has worked with, however, is a testa- right one. ing a treadmill during the dreaded late “My dad still says to this day that, ment to the length of his career. “It’s bittersweet,” he said. “I really afternoon-early evening rush. if it wasn’t for Mark, he probably “The present football coach is the enjoy the kids here, I really do. But it’s Event No. 3: Getting work done in Tisch. wouldn’t have been able to play his fourth one since I’ve been here [and] time to move on. Let somebody young As can only be the case at a school like Tufts, senior season [at Tufts],” he said. the swimming coach is the second,” come in and enjoy their time being an Tisch has started to blur the line between Meade’s father maintained his connec- he said. “This is the fifth lacrosse athletic trainer.” being a study haven and a go-to spot to see and be seen. Sometimes — almost all of the time — it is difficult to actually be productive, with old suitemates, new classmates and sketchy old men walking by every 3.5 seconds. A bronze for finish- ing a problem set by the windows in the back, a silver for completing a lab report in the purple hallway and a gold for writing a paper in group study. Event No. 4: Getting food at a reason- able time on a Friday or Saturday night. When the dining halls close early this can be quite the challenge, but the true Olympians among us know how to over- come such mundane obstacles. Bronze for swiping into Dewick at 7:25 and staying for an hour, silver for snagging mozzarella sticks at the Commons at midnight and a gold for ordering Helen’s at 2 a.m. (you gotta do what you gotta do). Event No. 5: Obtaining the Holy Grail, a.k.a. nine hours of sleep. I don’t think I have to explain to anyone why this is such a difficult thing to do. Juggling a heavy course load, participation in clubs and teams and a healthy social life often lead to a less-than-healthy amount of sleep, especially if you’re as bad of a juggler as I am. A bronze for sleeping in until noon on a weekend, a silver for sleeping in until noon on a weekday and a gold for arrang- ing your schedule so you never have to wake up until noon. Screw Fall Ball or Winter Bash — or is it Fall Bash and Winter Gala? Fall Gala and Winter Ball? Who even knows anymore — this is the sort of event our Programming Board should be concerned with. I’ll get started on the paperwork right away, and you all can start training.

Lex Erath is a sophomore who has yet to Courtesy Tufts Athletics declare a major. She can be reached at After his lengthy career at Tufts, the sports medicine director’s office was dedicated in honor of Doughtie (far right) in September 2013. [email protected]. 4 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y advertisement Monday, February 24, 2014 5

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TV Review Natalie Girshman | Love on Screen ‘Walking Dead’ returns to tried-and-true The formula, impresses with new season first

b y Gr a c e Se g e r s kiss Daily Editorial Board n real life, first kisses are agonizing “The Walking Dead” has always been enough: the wait for it to happen, the a highly visual show. Its best scenes are panic when it is about to, the potential often shot without dialogue, relying on awkwardness when it does. But in the Imedia, first kisses come in a dramatic The Walking Dead array of flavors. First, there’s the most basic dichotomy of first kisses — the first kiss of a character and the first kiss of Starring Andrew Lincoln, Steven a couple. As fascinating as a character’s Yuen, Norman Reedus first kiss can be, this column will focus on couples’ first kisses. Airs Sundays at 9 p.m. on AMC Our first kind of kiss is the most unsat- isfying: the drunk kiss. The characters the power of the cinematography and will be boozy and giddy, possibly rejected the actors to make them engaging and by their other love interests, and some- meaningful. This key feature of the AMC how they’ll end up locking lips. A good drama was prevalent throughout the example of this is Mary (Adelaide Kane) first season. One of the most intensly and Bash (Torrance Coombs) on “Reign” terrifying scenes in the series was when (2013-present): a tipsy Mary ends up kiss- the protagonist, Rick (Andrew Lincoln), ing Bash after a fight with Francis, her wakes up in an empty hospital. Having fiancée. For fans — especially fans who missed the actual event of the apoca- are accustomed to making their ships lypse, Rick stumbles wordlessly forward survive on glances and flirty banter — in darkness, observing its after-effects. that kiss counted. For the characters, This scene exemplifies the potency and vagueonthehow via Flickr Creative Commons especially Mary, it didn’t — the show just the poignancy in the unique storytell- The cast of ‘The Walking Dead’ must navigate relationships with humans, while simultane- shifted back to focusing on Mary and ing of “The Walking Dead” — in a world ously fighting off zombies. Francis. In short, the drunk kiss makes so bleak and empty, sometimes words promises that it can’t deliver. clutter the story. er of some of the show’s best episodes, The young actor portrays the dual- A second, more satisfying kind of The second and third seasons did has brought “The Walking Dead” back ity of being a kid in the apocalypse. first kiss is the impulse first kiss, and not use this tactic effectively, instead to the high-quality level of its first sea- After losing so much, he must act like its cousin the “I’m about to die” kiss. A incorporating bloated, boring plotlines son. The tagline for the second half of a man to protect both himself and his character suddenly realizes that what and speeches. And though the fourth the season may be “Don’t Look Back,” father, but he is still young enough to they’re looking for has been there all season started strongly, it made a large but it seems the writers certainly are, gleefully taunt a zombie and eat 112 along, often triggered by a sudden mistake in granting so much screen even if the characters are more focused ounces of pudding. One of the most change or a moment of fear. In a very time to the Governor (David Morrissey), on charting new territory. Indeed, the tender moments of the episode comes recent example (spoilers ahead) Danny a character too despicable to be even recent winter premiere recalls the mini- in a quiet scene when Carl realizes (Chris Messina) on “The Mindy Project” vaguely enjoyable. The mid-season mal dialogue of the first season. that, though he needs to be a man, he (2012-present) realized that he was in finale was traumatizing, with the ran- The story — which focuses on char- doesn’t really want to be one. love with Mindy (Mindy Kaling) after he sacking of the prison that housed the acters Rick, Carl (Chandler Briggs) But the true MVP of the first episode automatically reached for her hand after heroes for nearly two seasons and the and Michonne (Danai Gurira) — is is Gurira. Gurira has played Michonne a moment of turbulence. He promptly death of both the Governor and Hershel conveyed through small gestures and with a terse ferocity, and the fourth found her at the back of the plane and (Scott Wilson). hardened looks. Briggs, who was a season is really giving her the chance to gave her a spectacular, minute-long Fortunately for the viewers, however, child when he began playing Rick’s kiss. The impulse first kiss is usually Scott M. Gimple, showrunner and writ- son, Carl, is now a tall adolescent. see WALKING, page 7 the most passionate and is practically guaranteed to make fans squeal in glee. But it also has a dark side. An impulse Event Review Album Review first kiss, especially one prompted by an unnerving moment, can be brushed off Suzanne Vega by the characters. As they return to their real lives — and their current love inter- ests — they may pretend that the kiss returns after seven never happened while the fans maintain that they’re meant to be together. The year hiatus “I’m about to die” kiss may be the most awkward of all. Shippers cheer, but what b y Se d e f Se k e r happens if the character survives? Contributing Writer Last, and best, is the kiss when the writ- ers manage to get everything right. The After making her listeners wait for seven setting, the people and the time all come years, Suzanne Vega has finally released together to make one perfect, sweet, sexy, her new album “Tales From the Realm of happily-ever-after kiss. One of my favorite Tales from the Realm of the Queen of Pentacles perfect kisses is Hazel and Gus from “The Fault in Our Stars” (2012). On the surface, everything seems skewed. They’re two teens with cancer, both of them know that Suzanne Vega their time together is short and they’re at Amanuensis Productions the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam. But they kiss, in the middle of a bare room and during a tour; it is a moment of perfection the Queen of Pentacles.” Some big names and of happiness in an incredibly sad and in music — like bassist Tony Levin (of incredibly beautiful book. Kisses like that Brian Friedman / Courtesy Mike Birbiglia Peter Gabriel and King Crimson fame) — are rare, but worth waiting for, whether Popular public radio show ‘This American Life’ catapulted Birbiglia to success. contributed to Vega’s new effort, and their they happen on screen, on the page or in own individual styles are audible in Vega’s real life. new sound. Vega hasn’t been resting over In the end, every first kiss is a leap the last few years; she proves that she has of faith. We don’t know if it’ll be some- Comedian Mike Birbiglia been experimenting with different styles thing we want to forget, an impulse that and genres. Fans of her older work will haunts us long afterward or the beginning still find traces of her unique timbre and of something amazing. But the fictional performs in Boston literary lyrics in “Tales From the Realm of people we love keep on doing it, and so the Queen of Pentacles.” But her audience do we, letting our dreams play out on b y La n c y Do w n s orated — often repeatedly — with can also clearly hear that she has stepped screen. Maybe those first kisses that we Daily Editorial Board a wide array of writers, comedians, out of her comfort zone and added new see, whether we read them or watch them, musicians and other artists over the layers of sound to her pop-folk style. Vega even give us the courage to take that leap. In an era when we are increasingly 18-plus years it has been on the air. surprises in this album, inviting listeners If the people we invent can do it, surely we consumed by our various devices — David Sedaris, Tig Notaro, Malcolm of other genres to try her music. can take our hopes out of our heads and and the newest versions of them — it’s Gladwell, Dan Savage, David Foster The album opens with “Crack in the put them into our lives, ready to see where surprising that something as old-fash- Wallace and John Hodgman (among Wall.” At first, Vega provides her fans with this particular leap of faith takes us. ioned as a radio show has the potential others) have all appeared on the enor- what they are expecting: her gentle voice to make a significant cultural impact. mously popular program. But perhaps and folk-pop guitar loops. When the And yet, “This American Life” (1995- the most productive relationship the song shifts to the chorus, with the lyrics Natalie Girshman is a sophomore majoring present) continues to do just that. in history and drama. She can be reached The show’s producers have collab- see BIRBIGLIA, page 6 see VEGA, page 6 at [email protected]. 6 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y Arts & Living Monday, February 24, 2014 Vega still retains unique timbre with latest release

VEGA continued from page 5 “and so and so it goes,” its tempo rises and a more country-inspired instrumental background appears. Even in the very first song of the album, the listener experiences a rich instrumental base and fusion with different genres. Following “Crack in the Wall,” “Fool’s Complaint” is reminiscent of Vega’s penchant for literary lyr- ics as well as the interesting role of storytelling in her songs. The track starts with the line “How I hate the Queen of Pentacles” — a refer- ence to the album’s title. With this second song, Vega explains to her listeners the tarot card reference behind her title choice. She show- cases her symbolic storytelling by using the cards as a background story, with lyrics like, “My card’s the fool / That merry rootless man.” In “I Never Wear White,” Vega reveals her darker side, setting a gloomy tone. The song opens unexpectedly as she sings, “I never wear white / White is for virgins / Children in summer.” As the track goes on, the tone remains grim, and her lyrics continue to compliment a dark and repetitive guitar riff. After “I Never Wear White,” comes the two highly contrasting highlights of the album: “Portrait Alterna2 via Flickr Creative Commons of the Knight of Wands” and “Don’t With her latest album, Suzanne Vega shows fans that she has been experimenting with new styles in her seven year break between albums. Uncork What You Can’t Contain.” The former is a song which Vega’s playful tone and upbeat tempo. Vega’s musical style. Interestingly, an interesting collection of songs to with perhaps unusual sounds. fans are used to; it showcases her The real surprise is Vega’s sampling the samples from 50 Cent blend her listeners who have waited so Although this record is significantly mellow timbre and is accompanied the opening of 50 Cent’s “Candy in well with the track — which is long for a new release. Her latest different from her previous work, by a gentle, melancholic acous- Shop” (2005). Throughout the song already a hybrid of various genres, album is certainly innovative, and it is still quite familiar, as both her tic guitar progression. But, “Don’t we repeatedly hear snippets of incorporating elements rock, coun- it is clear that Vega has been push- unique voice and narrative-driven Uncork What You Can’t Contain,” is “Candy Shop” — which may seem try, and Middle Eastern music. ing herself to delve into various lyric style remain dominant in the an abrupt shift with a much more to some like a huge contrast with Overall, Vega manages to present musical genres and to experiment album’s songs. Birbiglia meditates on everyday awkwardness

BIRBIGLIA Birbiglia chooses to open his show with continued from page 5 this type of story, one that touches on show has enjoyed has been with Mike some pretty universal — or at least Birbiglia. relatable — experiences: the dynamics Birbiglia — a comedian, writer and of marriage, the awkwardness of yoga actor who hails from Shrewsbury, Mass. class, the firm condemnation of the — has appeared on “This American “late-ies.” Life” nine times since 2008. He spent his Later in the routine, however, it post-college years struggling to make becomes clear just how much Birbiglia’s it as a stand-up comedian and even life has changed since his career took though his career was certainly pick- off. He may be a slightly clumsy and ing up by the time he appeared on the bumbling “Olive Garden Italian” at radio program, it was his appearances heart, but his job now involves him on “This American Life,” that (argu- entertaining — and rubbing elbows ably) helped him gain the popularity with — people like Matt Damon, David he enjoys today. Birbiglia also chose O. Russell and Amy Adams — a far cry to collaborate with the show when he from where he started. But Birbiglia is created “Sleepwalk With Me” (2012) — aware of the unlikeliness of his success, the film he wrote, directed and starred and he accepts his newfound status in. The indie movie was produced by with modesty and self-deprecation. He WBEZ Chicago — the station where also takes it as an opportunity to gen- “This American Life” is based — and by tly rib the effect celebrity can have on Ira Glass, the program’s beloved host. people: when hosting the 2012 Gotham (Glass also pulled double-duty as a co- Independent Film Awards, Birbiglia writer of the screenplay.) cracked a joke at the expense of Russell, Today, Birbiglia enjoys a flourish- referencing the director’s rather infa- ing career. He has appeared on HBO’s mous and foul-mouthed rant from the “Girls” (2012-present), and will also set of “I Heart Huckabees” (2004). have a small role in the upcoming — Birbiglia isn’t the kind of comedi- and highly-anticipated — film adapta- an who uses profanity frequently — tion of John Green’s novel “The Fault in indeed, when performing on a public Our Stars” (2012), which is scheduled radio program, swearing is not really for release later this year. But for now, an option. But in this bit, he reads the Birbiglia’s main focus is his nationwide uncensored transcript of Russell’s dia- tour, titled “Thank God For Jokes.” He tribe — which he keeps folded neatly in stopped by Boston on Feb. 14 and 15 his front pocket — in a rather matter- for shows at the Wilbur Theatre and of-fact tone, letting the eager crowd is scheduled to return for another on assess for themselves the absurdity of May 10. the statement. Never have four-letter Those familiar with Birbiglia’s work words been so effectively used. are aware that he often recycles and It’s a searing commentary on celebrity reuses stories — bits from his albums, and on self-importance, made especial- for example, have appeared in his book ly clear when the funnyman describes and on “This American Life.” But his Russell’s subsequent reaction to the routine on the tour boasted all new joke. Birbiglia knows that whatever material — making it especially enjoy- faults he may have, he’s at least willing able for fans who have followed Birbiglia to laugh at himself. In a way, that is the for several years. The jokes, which are whole point of his show. He’s not one to still riotous, draw from Birbiglia’s spe- tackle big issues — there are no rumina- cial talent for finding humor in the tions on race or class or politics in his mundane or awkward moments most routine. Instead, he focuses on the little people experience on a daily basis. It’s things, moments in life everybody has, easy to relate to his stories. A perfect in some way, experienced. He heightens example is his meditation on the differ- them, overanalyzing them to the point ence between people who are on time of hilarity — it’s a reminder to his fans, Brian Friedman / Courtesy Mike Birbiglia and those who are not — “late-ies,” as as they chuckle at his jokes, to laugh at Mike Birbiglia’s new material continues to explore the uncomfortable, yet relatable moments he dubs them. It’s not hard to see why themselves every once in a while. of everyday life. Monday, February 24, 2014 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y ARTS & LIVING 7 Walking Dead allows subtlety to advance character development

WALKING to obsessive watching — a factor that Interested in poverty, homelessness, continued from page 5 has no doubt led to its popularity. shine. In previous installments, viewers Another positive aspect of the sec- environmental toxins, global health, obesity, have received glimpses of Michonne’s ond half of this season is the division of pre-apocalyptic life, such as her walker- couple Glenn (Steven Yeun) and Maggie health care reform, AIDS, or health disparities? bodyguards and her reaction to holding (Lauren Cohan). Both are wonderful baby Judith. In this episode, however, characters — Glenn is arguably one of the audience gets to see what motivates the best figures of the first season. But her and why she keeps going despite the being together had hindered their indi- Consider a Major in Community Health tragedy that has struck her world. vidual character development. Fans may The second episode is more clut- anticipate their inevitable reunion, but tered because there are more charac- their personal growth is an interesting

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Additionally, “The Walking Dead” has its, admittedly very good, first half; it always been good at building tension, may even be as good as the first sea- which manifests itself once again in the son. One can only hope that the writers series of cliffhangers in this episode. It is will remember to keep the screenplays Wednesday, February 26, 2013 Pearson this kind of lingering suspense that leads simple and let the actors do the work. 104 Drop by between 11:45 a.m-12:30 p.m.

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Editorial THE TUFTS DAILY Ca r o l i n e A. We l c h Support Tufts’ women’s basketball team Editor-in-Chief Editorial On Feb. 15, the Tufts University wom- If you haven’t heard about the of the season and are being held at en’s basketball team played Bowdoin in women’s basketball team and all of its our own home court, is free for any- J.L. Hoagland the New England Small College Athletic success this season (their dominat- one with a student ID. And if this Stephanie Haven Conference (NESCAC) final. The game, ing win against Bowdoin is just one isn’t enough incentive to go, remem- Managing Editors which was held at the university’s own of many victories), you are, unfor- ber that, as members of the student Justin Rheingold Executive News Editor Cousens Gymnasium, ended with a tunately, not alone. These players’ body, our fellow students and friends Daniel Bottino News Editors Jenna Buckle final score of 92-54, the most points accomplishments, along with those will be playing: We should make a Abigail Feldman Daniel Gottfried scored by the team in one game since of many other Tufts sports teams, point to venture down to Cousens Alexa Horwitz 2008. The win culminated an impres- have often received a sad showing of Gymnasium to watch them do what Victoria Leistman Annabelle Roberts sive performance by players such as support and an overall lack of recog- they do best. Denali Tietjen senior Liz Moynihan, who finished with nition from the larger student body. No, Tufts is not particularly well Josh Weiner Sarah Zheng 20 points and five assists, junior Hayley Indeed, the bleachers at the women’s known for its sports scene, but when Meredith Braunstein Assistant News Editors Kanner with 15 points, five rebounds basketball games are nowhere near as any Jumbos are doing well, we should Dana Guth Kathleen Schmidt and three blocks and three other mem- crowded as they should be, especially be paying attention. It’s easy to fall Jei-Jei Tan bers of the team, who scored in the for a team that has won 24 of its last into the habit of honing in on our Charlotte Gilliland Executive Features Editor double digits. The Jumbos, who had 25 games. sports teams’ shortcomings, but it’s Emma Arnesty-Good Features Editors Emily Bartlett secured their spot as the No. 1 seed in This coming weekend, Tufts will time to step up our own game, have a Hannah Fingerhut NESCAC just the day before, completed be hosting the conference semi-final little school spirit and offer our sup- Caitlin McClure Sabrina McMillin their first ever perfect NESCAC season and final games. Attendance to these port to our teams and peers who are Jessica Mow with a record of 10-0. games, which are the most important dominating on their playing fields. 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You do Betsy Allman Assistant Layout Editor article about the supposed lack of a erary scene you care about, but rath- them a disservice when you continue Hannah Fingerhut Kathy Lu literary scene at Tufts, you may have er drumming up controversy about to ignore their work and reduce The Hannah Steinberg missed the 100-plus page journal of unrecognized groups, in the hopes of Canon to one glib aside in an article Grace Tam David Westby original poetry, prose and artwork, attracting more readers. We hope this that claims to have their best interests Stephanie Yin all contributed by Tufts students and is not the case. in mind. Hadley Gibson Executive Copy Editors published by the Tufts Canon Literary So review us! Bash us! Tear our jour- We are here. We exist. The Canon is Charlotte Rea Annaick Miller Journal just last week. nal to shreds! You think we are “raw part of that literary culture. Julia Russell Copy Editors In your Feb. 20 article, “Campus and unedited?” Tell us specifically Yes, in an ideal world there would Rachel Salzberg Vidya Srinivasan literary culture is exclusive, lacks cre- where you see this, in a thoughtful be an infinite number of recognized Arthur Beckel Assistant Copy Editors ativity,” you decried the lack of a liter- piece about The Canon, not buried in literary groups on campus. But until Aastha Chadha Kelsey Davenport ary scene on campus, and then praised an article about other organizations. the drivers of Tufts culture (yes, the Jose Garcia two unfunded groups in their efforts Or maybe you’ll like our journal. Daily can still be this!) show active Kristiana Jordan Reena Karasin to build such a scene. 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Op-Ed Kevin Criscione | Ill Literates Compatibility between non-discrimination The role of and religious inclusion the mod- by Edward Lowe and David Forsey ern writer Though it may be over a year since the Tufts Community Union Senate meeting hat is the role of a writ- and Committee on Student Life (CSL) policy er in the 21st century? Is drama rocked our tiny Tufts campus, the CSL literature dying? Will novels has finally decided to rescind its previous ultimately fade away and be “Justified Departure” to the non-discrimi- replacedW by “The Jersey Shore” (2009-2012)? nation policy for student religious groups These are tough questions, and as usual, I’ll (now also including philosophical groups). be facing them with some wimpy but well- While we support the belief that there are no intentioned answers. legitimate grounds for discrimination in any If you look at some of the most commer- student organization, we believe that there is cially successful films and television series of a significant difference between discrimina- the past few years, such as “Game of Thrones” tion due to individual sexual identity and (2011-present), Dexter (2006-present), Harry religious leadership selection in a student-led Potter, The Blind Side (2009), No Country for religious group. Old Men (2007) etc. (excuse my weird assort- Let us clarify. We do not think any stu- Shelby Carpenter / The Tufts Daily ment of examples), you’ll notice the enor- dent group (or any legally recognized conviction. We recognize and affirm that this equipped at finding practical and inclusive mous number of book-to-movie adaptations group anywhere) should have permission stipulation does not allow for any sort of solutions for student-led religious groups. that make up today’s popular entertainment. to discriminate against people based on discrimination or exclusion based on sexual We are thankful for a community here at Some may see this as an escalating appropria- any characteristics as outlined by the Office orientation or gender identification. Tufts that is so supportive of inclusion and tion of our literary narratives by image-based of Equal Opportunity. Now, given that there are real people who against discrimination. At the same time, we media, and a sign that literature is becoming There is a distinct difference, however, do actually believe that certain things are true believe the members of this particular fellow- less relevant. However, one could also look between discrimination and honest reli- and other things are not true (for example ship and other religious groups that are actu- at Hollywood’s penchant for adaptations gious leadership. Let’s take Christianity, that Jesus Christ is Lord) these people ought ally practicing a particular religion should and see it as reliance upon literary creativ- for example, to explore this idea. With sev- to have a space on campus to come together have the right to do so openly and honestly ity. Perhaps these adaptations demonstrate eral thousand different denominations of and practice their belief. To exclude these at our university, regardless of whether or not that sometimes even the most renowned “Christians” out there, the church as a individuals from joining together in the way anyone else happens to disagree with that screenwriting teams and writers’ rooms can- whole has a wide variety of opinions on that they desire to practice their faith would worldview. In a community that is led entire- not rival the unique imagination of the indi- how to run Christian organizations. Many be discriminatory in that our university (a ly by students in the practice of their faith, vidual. I’d like to optimistically believe that churches are openly accepting and encour- notoriously irreligious university at that) is like ICF, and not by a university chaplain or the lonely process of writing, unhampered aging of gay and lesbian leaders, while now determining what it deems legitimate an outside religious organization, requiring by producers and budgetary constraints and many others are not. If a student religious and illegitimate ways to practice faith. If a student leaders to espouse and advocate the the limitless other problems associated with organization that was non-denomination- group will only appoint leaders that can basic tenets of that group’s worldview is nec- film and television production, brings out an ally Christian were to exclude such leaders agree to the basic tenets of Christianity, the essary to accomplish the group’s purposes. unhinged and more deeply personal imagi- in its community, while still claiming to Nicene Creed for example, then they are The most important of these purposes are nation than the kind of writing done explic- represent “Christianity” in its entirety it simply showing that they are a group who practicing that faith freely, openly and hon- itly for the screen (although there are many could easily be, and has been, argued that desires to earnestly grow in a particular reli- estly. To require such a group to open its lead- examples of auteur-like screenwriters, like this action is discriminatory. gious perspective. The fact that this religious ership to those who don’t profess the faith Charlie Kaufman), and that this advantage At the same time however, it would not be perspective is not a universally inclusive per- that the group holds dear would essentially will keep literature afloat in the sea of public discriminatory for a religious organization spective, in that it claims that certain things deny that group its right to earnestly practice consciousness for all time. to require its leaders to be of that particular are true and that others are definitively not, its faith as a community. In my mind, there’s something far more religion. In fact, it would be entirely con- does not make it discriminatory any more In short, we agree that no student group romantic about a mild-mannered dreamer trary to the purposes of a student religious than our chaplaincy’s requirement that the should be allowed to discriminate in its lead- dropping out of the hectic world for a few group that actively practices that religion to Islamic chaplain be Muslim and that the ership or membership. A clarification as to hours and writing his or her heart out than elect leadership that does not believe in that Jewish chaplain be Jewish. Is the chaplaincy what is and what is not discrimination in there is about the complex and interpersonal religion. Would it be discrimination for the then discriminatory? No, it desires to foster student groups is necessary, as is a compre- process of getting scripts green-lit for pro- Roman Catholic Church to require its priests an environment and provide resources and hensive policy to allow for student religious duction. The social creativity of film, televi- to be Roman Catholic? We don’t think so. It positive leadership to students of a particular groups to be honest in their requirements sion and interactive entertainment is stellar would be dishonest for the Roman Catholic worldview and perspective. To honestly do for their leaders. This should be limited to in many ways, but my inner American spirit Church to claim that its leadership is open to that would necessitate a leader who agrees the leaders supporting and agreeing to basic places vastly more value on the unadulter- all people of all religions and religious beliefs. with the basic tenets of that worldview. beliefs in order to spiritually lead that group ated individualism of solitary writing. In fact, appointing someone who was not a In the case of the Tufts Christian Fellowship only in the cases where leadership is entirely Another reason to be optimistic about the Roman Catholic would contradict the pur- (TCF), the former policy that excluded stu- student-based. In religious groups in which future of literature: in many cases, a writer poses of the Roman Catholic Church. dents in sexually unchaste relationships (i.e. leaders are directed by chaplains or private can express opinions, imagine worlds and For a student group that discusses religion those that are sexually active heterosexual religious organizations, such requirements pose questions that a film or TV show sim- or engages in relevant cultural activities to or homosexual relationships as defined by are not entirely necessary because these ply can’t. Films, television shows and video exclude leadership or membership based on their former constitution) to become lead- groups already have leaders of that particular games are costly endeavors that require belief would be counterproductive. Student ers would be discriminatory by our uni- faith. Furthermore, to prohibit such student enormous amounts of oversight. Novels, groups need a variety of ideas and perspec- versity’s standards. Over six months ago, religious organizations would be discrimi- short stories and essays require investments tives to enhance the intellectual discussion. however, TCF (which is now known as the natory, denying them the right to exist as of time and energy and (sometimes) money With a group that is unified around a com- Interdenominational Christian Fellowship, legitimate groups on our campus because as well, but nonetheless, they are all still mon belief, and actively desires to practice it, ICF) significantly changed its constitution our community has deemed their practices based in the straightforward relationship there needs to be some leadership require- and leadership structure. We find it inter- of faith illegitimate. between writer and reader, mediated by ment to make leaders accountable to group esting that those quickest to cry foul have words and nothing else. members in their spiritual leadership and remained relatively silent on the fact that I’ll go ahead and get to the point. I believe guidance. A student-led religious group in the fellowship officially disaffiliated itself Edward Lowe is a junior majoring in that the role of the modern writer, in addi- this position ought to have the right to select from InterVarsity Christian Fellowship in late biology and Spanish. He can be reached tion to simply (of course I mean not-so- leaders that share the basic beliefs of that September of last year and has made signifi- at [email protected]. David simply-at-all) writing engaging, meaningful group. However, this group cannot exclude cant revisions to its constitution. It seems our Forsey is a junior majoring in mechani- and thought-provoking stories, is to dream anyone from leadership in regards to mat- university community is particularly gifted cal engineering. He can be reached at up ideas and worlds that could not make it ters of personal identity apart from religious at pointing out problems, but woefully ill- [email protected]. to the screen. There are and forever will be heaps of stories that are too transgressive, overwhelmingly epic, abstract or internal to be successfully produced cinematically. The Off the Hill | Wake Forest University medium of the novel/short story is inher- ently much better suited for stories that deal with the interior of the human experience, IOC ignores duty of selecting worthy host nations and with feelings and ideas that don’t have an b y Au s t i n Co o k world, should come together with a desire to leadership of an unofficial dictator, was obvious visual component. Although, coun- Old Gold & Black award hosting rights to cities and countries chosen, and the Olympic spirit has suf- ter to my last point, I’ll admit that those kinds that have demonstrated their worthiness fered as a result. of stories can be great fodder for the most Since the opening ceremony on Feb. 7, through existing facilities, but more impor- These games have become synonymous imaginative and ambitious filmmakers. a cloud of corruption, danger and uncer- tantly through a dedication to the protection with scandal, corruption and constant ter- Book of the week: House of Leaves by Mark tainty has hung over the Sochi Olympics. of human dignity. rorist threats — the epitome of everything Z. Danielewski. This unsettling read creates The Russian government’s human rights Awarding such an important international the International Olympic Committee contradictory landscapes and creepy atmo- violations, recent anti-gay crackdowns event to countries such as Russia and China, should avoid. spheres in a realistic manner that would look and overall corruption — matched with which have, for decades, suppressed their This body should lead by example, phony onscreen, but with the mighty narra- severe and numerous terrorist threats — people with violent government crackdowns, choosing cities in countries that exem- tive detail of Danielewski, the images are chill- have garnered more media attention and shows a gross ignorance to the suffering of plify the values of democracy, freedom of ing and unforgettable. Also, parts of the novel led to more discussion than the actual thousands, if not millions, of people. speech and equality. are told in the format of a critical analysis of a Olympic Games have. During the bidding process for the One would hope that in the future, a nonexistent film. A fascinating read, even if it In the case of Rio de Janeiro, the commit- 2014 Winter Olympics, for instance, the country that ended a peaceful protest by does go on 200 pages longer than it ought to. tee’s desire to make history with the selec- final two cities competing for the hosting sending in tanks or a country that threat- tion of the first South American host city rights with Sochi were Salzburg, Austria ens gay people with government sanc- took precedence over the city’s preparedness and Pyeongchang, South Korea — both tioned persecution is not entrusted with Kevin Criscione is a junior majoring to host such a significant event. This body, of which would have safe and respect- an event as significant and universally in English. He can be reached at Kevin. made up of representatives from around the able choices. Instead, Russia, under the admired as the Olympics. [email protected].

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Jordan Bean | Sacked When $44 million isn’t enough had to do a double take when I read the headline. It said: “THIS JUST IN: NFL com- missioner Roger Goodell made $44.2 Imillion in 2012 fiscal year, according to league taxes.” One of the replies to the tweet included, “What [...] does he need this money for, it’s absurd.” Another read, “That’s gotta change and fast!!” A third said, “That’s laughable and unbelievable all at the same time.” But if you stop and think about it for a minute, is it so unreasonable and unbelievable? I realized that I wasn’t surprised because I thought he didn’t deserve that money. It was rather that, given my current state as a college student, seeing the number written out as someone’s single-year income was a little shocking. In fact, the more I thought about it, that figure only scratches the surface of what his worth is to his company, the National Football League. The business as a whole made $9.5 billion in revenue in 2012, with approximately $5.5 billion coming from media deals that Goodell himself had a sig- nificant part in. Football as a television product plays on many of the major cable networks, includ- ing CBS, NBC, Fox and ESPN. Deals with these networks are priced at approximately Christie Wu / The Tufts Daily $42 billion over the lifetime of the contracts. Freshman Hunter Sabety stepped up in his first collegiate playoff game, scoring 21 points and grabbing eight rebounds in the overtime Additionally there is a five-year, $1 billion deal loss to Williams. with DirecTV and another $1 billion contract with Verizon Wireless to stream games via their NFL Mobile app for four years. No other sports league can attain programming in MEN’S BASKETBALL and eight rebounds — but Sabety matched down low. This, in turn, made it difficult primetime through all these mediums, nor continued from back him in rebounds and scored just nine fewer to find open spots on the floor for shots could they do so at these price levels. a double-double, and Firempong had 12 points in eight fewer minutes. Overall, the from kick-out passes. Williams controlled The average team is valued at just over a Tuftspoints and shot unable a perfect 4 for to4 from complete the team was content first-round with the head-to-head upsetthe tempo in overtime and ultimately billion dollars ($1.17 billion). To put this in free throw line. matchup of the two big men. closed out the game to advance to the perspective, the Oakland Raiders are the least In order to compete, the Jumbos had to Robinson was held scoreless from semifinals in hopes of winning its first valuable team at $825 million. This is roughly pick, and hit, unrushed shots in the half beyond the arc, shooting none from NESCAC championship since 2010. equivalent to the second most valuable NHL court, especially against a long Williams downtown and putting up just 10 points The game marked the end of four team, the New York Rangers. According to defense that sat back in a 2-3 zone for total compared to his 3 for 6 performance seniors’ basketball careers at Tufts: tri- a Sept. 13, 2007 Forbes article, professional much of the game. that led to a game-high 25 points the first captains Oliver Cohen, Andrew Dowton football is “the most profitable sport on the “We wanted to run if [that was open], time these two teams met. In this sense, and Tommy Folliard (who sat with an planet,” and it has only grown since then. and if we didn’t, we wanted to slow it the Jumbos did well to correct their mis- injury), and Firempong. While they will Along with generating billions of dollars down and really work the ball,” Sheldon takes from the first game. not be returning for another season, they in revenue for the teams and league, Goodell said. “Last time we were 27 for 78 [from “We just wanted to make [Duncan have left a lasting impact on a team that has also played an integral role in saving the field] and we just took bad shots. All Robinson] as uncomfortable as possible, fought and reached its peak in the game money. He was able to settle a deal with week long we watched film and we talked have someone in his face at all times,” against Williams. retired players — one which could have eas- about it. We slowed it down — when Firempong said. “He’s a great young player “I’m proud of [the team] and part ily run up into the billions of dollars — at just we didn’t have [an immediate shot], we and I think we wanted to make sure he was of that I think is the seniors. The three $765 million. While the number still looks wanted to slow them down and make uncomfortable by taking him out of the captains, it’s their will and the way high, it was a bargain in the eyes of most. them play defense.” spots he’s most comfortable with as much they’ve worked for four years that willed With all of this in mind, is it that hard to On the other end of the court, the as possible. I think we did that today.” us to that spot, willed us through this believe that Roger Goodell is worth just .465 Jumbos matched up well with Mayer and In the end, Tufts lost too much steam game and got us through last weekend,” percent of the total league revenue? virtually shut down Robinson. The senior to keep it close in overtime. With Sabety Sheldon said. “We came in here and they Given the salaries for players these days, his center did put up big numbers — 30 points on the bench, they had trouble scoring played their hearts out.” contract appears to be even smaller. I am fairly confident in saying that Goodell is over three and a half times more valuable to the league Men’s Basketball than Tamba Hali, a linebacker for the Chiefs who made $12.3 million this past year. Haladyna takes home Player of the Week honors The man has dedicated his life to the NFL and this is his reward. He started with the following game-winning performances on Feb. 14 scored 15 points, making 2 16 (68.8 percent) shooting, including league as a lowly administrative intern in against Colby and Bowdoin last weekend of 3 from 3-point range and converting shooting an exceptional 66.7 percent on 1982, and, after an internship with the Jets, that saw Tufts into the NESCAC play- all seven of his attempts from the line, 3-point attempts. he received a job back with the NFL as an offs, sophomore Stephen Haladyna was including four clutch free throws in over- the sophomore has built on his suc- assistant in the public relations department. rewarded with NESCAC Player of the time to seal the come-from-behind victory cessful freshman campaign, averaging At the turn of the 21st century, he became Week honors on Feb. 17. The sophomore for the Jumbos. 12.4 points per game, good for 18th Chief Operating Officer of the NFL and was was the first Jumbo to be recognized on the following day, desperately in the NESCAC. After missing four named commissioner in 2006. the men’s team this season, and the first needing a win against No. 24 ranked early games to illness, Haladyna’s play In the capitalistic market and country that to win the award since teammate Ben Bowdoin, Haladyna came through once has steadily improved, especially in we live in, we should encourage those who Ferris on Jan. 16, 2012. again, matching his career high with 23 league play where he has averaged rise to the top to be paid a fair salary based after consecutive losses at Hamilton points as the Jumbos took down the 13.4 points per game—15th best in the on their worth to the company, no matter the and at Williams on Feb. 7 and 8, respec- Polar Bears 66-62 in the last game of conference. number. By any significant statistics regard- tively, Tufts was at risk of missing post- the regular season. tufts finished its season Saturday after- ing value added to the business, Goodell has season play for the first time in four the wins were enough to guarantee the noon with an 87-77 overtime loss to No. earned and deserves this money. It’s time to years. The team needed to win its last No. 7 seed and a playoff berth for Tufts in 9 Williams in the quarterfinals of the appreciate the work of others, instead of try- two conference games to have any hope a season where the team has struggled NESCAC playoffs. Haladyna scored 20 ing to demean it, or else — you’re sacked! of making the playoffs, and were going with injuries and battled through adversity points in the losing effort, shooting 50.0 up against two teams ranked above it in for much of the year. percent from the field. the standings. haladyna finished the weekend aver- Jordan Bean is a sophomore majoring in enter Haladyna, who against Colby aging 19.0 points per game, on 11 for —by Jason Schneiderman economics. He can be reached at Jordan. [email protected]. 16

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b y Al e x Sc h r o e d e r Williams senior Taylor Epley Daily Editorial Board all but closed out Tufts’ waning Overtime battlechances at a second consecu- The seventh seed visiting tive NESCAC semifinals berth. men’s basketball team played Although it took an extra five spellsa near-perfect 40 end minutes of forminutes, Jumbos the Jumbos lost for the second time in as many weeks MEN’S BASKETBALL in Williamstown, this time by (13-12 Overall, 4-6 NESCAC) only 10 points, 87-77. at Williamstown, Mass., Saturday The loss stings for a team that, coming off two big wins at OT home to clinch a playoff berth, Tufts 32 35 10 — 77 performed at its highest level of Williams 31 36 20 — 87 the year and almost closed the huge upset against the Ephs. regulation against second seed “We really battled today. I Williams at Chandler Gym in the think after all that we’ve been NESCAC quarterfinals matchup through the past couple weeks, on Saturday. The Jumbos, how- not knowing if we were going to ever, could not be perfect for all make it to the playoffs, and then 45 minutes. knowing that we were [going At the end of the fourth quar- to] play a team that we had ter, the score was tied at 67. just played a couple weeks ago Tufts’ freshman center Hunter where we had one of our worst Sabety had just hit one of two games of the year — we just free throws after grabbing a remained confident all week,” huge offensive rebound and senior tri-captain Kwame being fouled on a put-back Firempong said. “I thought we shot. His first shot swished remained focused ... we came through twine; but his second in and played that way for near- shot fell short off the front of ly the whole game.” the rim. Williams was unable The Jumbos had to have very to get a desperation shot off specific game plans on both ends before the clock expired. The of the court if they were to be Jumbos were going to overtime successful against the Ephs. On against a team that had beat- offense, they had to slow things Caroline Geiling / The Tufts Daily en them by over 20 points two down and get the best shot possi- Junior Hannah Foley sparked the Jumbos to victory, scoring a game-high 24 points in her team’s first round win weeks earlier. ble. On defense, they had to stop over Wesleyan. “To the credit of the [Jumbos], the conference’s best 3-point they did exactly what we [the shooter, freshman Duncan coaches] wanted them to,” head Robinson, and try to limit senior coach Bob Sheldon said. “Last center Michael Mayer from dom- time it wasn’t even a game. It inating down low. was tied with six minutes left in On the offensive end, Tufts b y Al i s o n Ku a h defense with quick, accurate or more minutes of play, all the first half and then Williams shot 45.5 percent from the field, Daily Editorial Board passes to find an open team- contributed to the scoring total went on a huge run. This game compared to its poor 34.6 per- mate, outscoring the Cardinals of the night. we stayed right with them and cent on Feb. 8. Led by Sabety’s As junior guard Hannah Foley 22-10 to end the half with a The Cardinals were led by we were a free throw away from 21 points, four Jumbos scored Jumboswent to the line to shoot through two free 30-17 lead. to NESCACsenior semifinals tri-captain Jenna Klaes’ 12 winning the game.” in double digits. Sophomore throws, all memory of last year’s After halftime, however, shots points, but were hurt by a medio- Despite the improved effort Stephen Haladyna hit 3 of 8 started falling on both sides. After cre performance from senior tri- from Tufts, Williams controlled 3-pointers en route to 20 total WOMEN’S BASKETBALL a Wesleyan basket on the first captain KellyAnn Rooney, who the five-minute overtime peri- points, junior Ben Ferris scored (24-1 Overall, 10-0 NESCAC) possession of the second half, scored just six points and dished od with Sabety fouling out just 17 and added 13 rebounds for at Cousens Gymnasium, Saturday Tufts sparked a 16-6 run, bringing out one assist in 34 minutes of 15 seconds into the period. the score to 46-23 with 13:15 left play. Rooney, who was leading Ten points in overtime from see MEN’S BASKETBALL, page 15 Wesleyan 17 29 — 46 in the game. Despite shooting 50 the team with 9.4 points scored Tufts 30 44 — 74 percent from the field (11 of 22) per game this season, took just in the second half, the Cardinals five shots against the Jumbos. Men’s and Women’s Squash quarterfinal loss to Bowdoin was didn’t come closer than 21 points As the team continues their erased. The women’s basketball for the rest of the game. postseason campaign this week- team routed Wesleyan 74-46 “The stops that we got on the end, the leadership of senior Advani, Stanco earn All-NESCAC honors this past weekend, keeping their defensive end really propelled tri-captains Liz Moynihan, Ali two Jumbo squash players position for most of the sea- bid for their first ever NESCAC us further on the offensive end,” Rocchi and Caitlyn McClure were named to the All-NESCAC son for the Jumbos, posting an Championship alive. Foley said. “I think that we’ve will play a large role, as all three teams this week. On the men’s 8-10 record overall. Her biggest Foley, who is averaging 10.3 shown what we can do offensively surely remember last year’s first- side, sophomore Aditya Advani win of the season came against points per game this season, in a few games, but it’s clear that round loss in the playoffs. made the All-NESCAC second Conn. College in the NESCAC scored 24 points on 8 of 16 shoot- [good offense] happens when our “We try not to think about team for the second consecu- Championship at Hamilton ing, going 4 of 8 from behind defense is at its best.” the past, but there were a lot [of tive year. College. Stanco had lost to the the arc. The Jumbos’ perimeter Up against a strong and memories] going into the game,” Playing in the No. 1 posi- Conn. College No. 1 player, shooting was on full display this physical Wesleyan team, which Rocchi said. “We [as captains] like tion all season for the Jumbos, junior Caroline Sargent, earlier past weekend, with the team included 6’2” freshman Brenna to provide what the team needs Advani notched a 16-7 record, in the season in four games, going 5 of 10 from 3-point range Diggins and 6’ sophomore Kaylie — whether it’s energy [or] focus. including a 4-4 record against but this time Stanco came out in the second half, extending Williams, Tufts out-rebounded Whatever they need as a team, NESCAC opponents in team on top, winning in straight sets a 13-point halftime lead to 28 their bigger opponents 38-26. The that’s what we’re there for.” play. Advani’s conference wins 12-10, 11-5, 11-8. The Jumbos points by the final buzzer. Jumbos benefitted from numer- After finishing the regular came from defeating sopho- rode this important win to a 7-2 Whenever the score became ous second chance opportuni- season as the No. 1 seed in the more CJ Smith of Colby, twice team victory. close, Foley and fellow junior ties on offense, as they notched NESCAC, the Jumbos will host beating sophomore Brian Mullen this triumph would partly Hayley Kanner, the team’s offen- nearly twice as many offensive the conference semi-finals and of Conn. College and over- make up for Stanco’s struggles sive leaders, stepped up, igniting rebounds as the Cardinals, 13-7. finals this upcoming weekend. coming senior Martin Bawden against the toughest competi- the Jumbos’ attack in both halves “When the forwards are Tufts will play fourth-seeded of Hamilton in the NESCAC tion the NESCAC has to offer of the game. Kanner scored nine focused on boxing out strong Trinity on Saturday at 2 p.m., Tournament. Advani finished this season, bringing her final of her 11 points in the first half, rebounders, the guards have to while second and third seeds 2-1 in tournament play. conference record to 1-6. and Foley scored 17 of her 24 in get the ball, and I think we’ve Amherst and Bowdoin will play later in the season, he stanco was back in action the second. Kanner, who is lead- been working on that in prac- after them at 4 p.m. The confer- advanced to the second this weekend at Princeton ing the team with 11.7 points tice, so we did a good job today,” ence finals are set to take place round of the Div. III Individual University for the College per game this season, and Foley Foley said. “We focused on good on Sunday at noon. Championships at Bowdoin Squash Association’s Team scored the first eight points of ball pressure, making [Wesleyan] “Postseason is a whole dif- College by defeating sopho- Championships. She led the the game for Tufts. make bad passes and just put- ferent season,” Rocchi said. more Caran Arora of Bates. team to a first round victory Initially, both teams had dif- ting a hand in their face, contest- “What we’ve accomplished so from the women’s team, for against Bucknell University by ficulty establishing any offensive ing their shots.” far this year has been great, the first time in her collegiate defeating Bucknell No. 1 fresh- rhythm, with the Jumbos miss- Led by junior point guard but it’s not something that we career, sophomore Paget Stanco man Ana Kelly in four sets, ing six of their first eight shots Kelsey Morehead’s six assists, want to rest on. The stakes are made her own All-NESCAC sec- and won again in the team’s and the Cardinals missing five Tufts racked up 17 assists in definitely higher, [and] it can ond team. Like Advani, Stanco second round game against the of their first seven. Seven and a the game compared to just two be one game and you’re done. is the only member of her team University of Virginia. half minutes into the game, the assists for Wesleyan — a tes- [There’s] definitely a little to earn All-NESCAC honors. Jumbos increased their pace on tament to the team’s commit- more pressure, which makes stanco played in the No. 1 —by Alex Connors the offensive end. They continu- ment to unselfish play. Of the it a little more exciting and a ously shifted the Cardinals’ zone seven players who recorded 18 little more fun.”