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Thursday Ithaca, N.Y. February 19, 2009 The Ithacan Volume 76, Issue 19 Budget set for 2009-10 BY ERICA R. HENDRY SENIOR WRITER Ithaca College deans, vice presidents and other top- level administrators will spend the next few weeks cut- ting anywhere from 3.5 to 4.2 percent of their respective 2009-10 budgets in order to meet a $4.2 million perma- nent expenditure cut approved by the Board of Trustees last week. At its meeting in New York Read which faculty received tenure or pro- last Th ursday, the board also ap- motion at theithacan. proved a 4.75 percent increase org/go/09tenure. in tuition — a dollar increase of $1,454 based on last year’s tuition — and a 4.95 percent increase in the cost of attendance, bringing the amount for tuition, room, board and other fees to $44, 270. Th ese percent increases are the lowest the college has had in at President Tom Rochon addresses faculty about least seven years. his strategic vision Tuesday in Emerson Suites. Th e board also granted tenure and/or promotion to TJ GUNTHER/THE ITHACAN 12 faculty members. Th e permanent cut and fee increases are aspects of the plan created by administrators and approved by the board to compensate for an anticipated $2.6 million less in net revenue in next year’s budget. Th e approved plan Rochon presents draft of vision eliminates salary increments, other than those associ- ated with faculty and staff promotions. It also rolls back BY ERICA R. HENDRY a closed meeting Tuesday afternoon, dur- “It seemed like it was all boiled down to the nearly 1 percent contribution to TIAA-CREFF, the SENIOR WRITER ing which Rochon and Kathleen Rountree, integrative curriculum, but that term was faculty and staff benefi t plan, that the college has added Administrators began the next phase provost and vice president of academic af- not defi ned and there was no leadership during the past two years, which returns the college’s of the college’s strategic visioning process fairs, presented “common learning aspira- about ways in which it could be achieved,” contribution to 8 percent. Even with these reductions, as this week with the introduction of the tions” reached during the sessions, which said Susan Allen-Gil, associate professor of well as increases in the overall cost of attendance, the col- “Ithaca College Integrative Curriculum,” a included a desire for cross- and multidisci- biology, who attended the meeting. lege still faces a $2.5 million defi cit, which President Tom new model of learning conceptualized after plinary opportunities, better advising, more Th e specifi cs of this concept have yet to Rochon said the college will cover with surplus it has ac- months of gathering and analyzing feedback active learning, fl exibility and a global focus, be fi nalized, Rochon said, because he wants cumulated in previous years. from communitywide listening sessions. among other suggestions. the eff ort to take shape from initiatives put Th e $4.2 million in cuts will be spread among each of Th e visioning process is a year-long Th e model calls for “intentional com- forward by faculty and students who imag- the college’s schools and divisions, Rochon said, where commitment designed to help shape what munities” as well as interdisciplinary, inte- ine creative and effi cient ways to implement the deans and vice presidents, who have the greatest administrators call a renewed focus on aca- grative practice, according to the presenta- programs, research and experiences across familiarity with all departments and programs within demic excellence, one that began with the tion. Faculty, staff and students from across campus. Th ese initiatives will be supported each of those areas, can make informed decisions about approval of the Board of Trustees in Octo- schools and disciplines would be able to by a $200,000 fund already approved by the what can be most easily trimmed, instead of pursuing an ber and will end with a presentation of syn- combine multiple interests to create proj- Board of Trustees in next year’s budget. “across-the-board cutting mentality.” Th ose cuts, which thesized goals to the same board in May. ects, initiatives or coursework open to stu- “It is a concept, not a plan by any means,” are in addition to budget reductions made by deans and President Tom Rochon will hold an dents regardless of their major. Th e model Rochon said. “It is pointing in a very broad all-campus meeting about the visioning is intended to act like a “framework” rather See BUDGET, page 4 process today. About 80 faculty attended than a plan, Rochon said. See VISIONING, page 4 Article sparks community response

BY KAYDI POIRIER ing her experiences and the alumni see other dimensions and complexi- ACCENT EDITOR magazine for publishing it. ties in the confl ict. President Tom Rochon’s response “Th is is information that rarely gets “It’s the impression readers came to an article by Emily McNeill ’08 in aired in our mainstream media,” Ade- away with, about an offi cial college the latest issue of IC View, the col- laide Park Gomer, a trustee of the Park position on violence in the West Bank, lege’s quarterly alumni magazine, has Foundation, said in comment. “Th ank that I so much regret,” he said. prompted alumni, students and facul- you, IC View for having the courage to Maura Stephens, editor of IC View ty to question free speech on campus. publish this article. I can rest assured since 1997, apologized on the maga- McNeill’s story, “Th e Violence that the Park School at Ithaca College zine’s Web site Feb. 11. Must End,” is a fi rst-person account is doing its job. It is truly an incubator “I not only didn’t exercise the best of her experiences last summer with for free speech, a platform from which editorial judgment, but I didn’t follow Israeli violence against Palestinians in educated views can be expressed.” editorial procedures,” she said. “In- the West Bank and appears in the “Fi- About fi ve days after comments stead I ran the story without having nal Word” column on the magazine’s started, Rochon responded with an anyone else on campus review it fi rst.” last page. She recounts the attacks she online letter to IC View readers, in Stephens was not available for witnessed in Hebron — a Palestinian which he said the magazine failed to comment at press time. From left, Christian Peacemaker Teams member Kelly Latimore and Emily territory — while working with Chris- discuss a controversial issue “in a fully Rochon said, in the past, Tom McNeill ’08 visit At-Tuwanni, a village in the southern West Bank. tian Peacemaker Teams, an ecumeni- balanced and unbiased manner.” Torello, executive director of mar- COURTESY OF EMILY MCNEILL cal organization that travels to confl ict In the letter, Rochon said the edi- keting communications, and Shelley areas to support nonviolent action and torial review process for articles in Semmler, vice president of institu- said. “She went through all the proper Journalism, said even if IC View is a protection of human rights. IC View was not followed and called tional advancement, have reviewed IC procedures of making sure in the con- public relations magazine, the college A fl ow of comments started with for both a stronger internal editorial View articles before publication. text of what I was writing about, which should be careful when talking about one alumna who called the story “ab- review policy and the creation of an McNeill said she was unaware was a specifi c town in the West Bank, establishing any kind of prior restraint, solutely maddening.” In the fi rst com- editorial board to review all relevant that typical procedures were not fol- that I was telling as complete a story which would confl ict with the prin- ment, Naomi Swerdlow ’03 said it was content of the magazine. lowed but said she feels confi dent in as I could.” ciple of freedom of expression. not what she wanted to read in an Rochon said while it’s not reason- Stephens’ editing. Both Rochon’s and Stephens’ re- “It would be creating more prob- alumni magazine. able to expect one story to entail the “[She] was very vigilant about sponses generated comments from lems for us as a department or even as a More than 40 alumni, students and greater complexities of the Middle making sure I had sources to back the college community about the role school of communications if we preach faculty have commented on the online East confl ict, he said the presentation up everything I said, that either I had of journalism in an alumni magazine. one thing and enforce something else,” version of the story on IC View’s Web of McNeill’s story as the fi nal word in seen something fi rsthand or I could Matt Mogekwu, associate profes- site, many thanking McNeill for shar- IC View was hurtful to alumni who verify it in multiple places,” McNeill sor and chair of the Department of See ICVIEW, page 4

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2 The Ithacan Thursday, February 19, 2009 THIS Nation&World WEEK  Obama unveils mortgage relief plan 19 THURSDAY President Obama’s plan to tackle the foreclo- sure crisis will spend $75 billion in an eff ort to Spanish conversation meeting prevent up to 9 million Americans from losing from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Lan- their homes. guage Lab on the second fl oor In tandem, the Treasury Department said it of the library would double the size of its lifeline to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Th e government, which seized “Opportunities and Planning the mortgage fi nance companies last fall, said in Biology Careers,” spon- yesterday it would absorb up to $200 billion in sored by Career Services, at losses at each company. 4 p.m. in Center for Natural Th e plan, which Obama released yesterday, Sciences 115 is more ambitious than initially expected — and “Know Your Rights,” a panel more expensive. It aims to aid borrowers who presentation including Ithaca owe more on their mortgages than their homes City Police, Residence Life and are currently worth and who are on the verge of the Ithaca College Legal Studies foreclosure. department from 7 to 8 p.m. in Th e initiative is designed to help up to 5 mil- Clark Lounge lion borrowers refi nance and provides incentive payments to mortgage lenders in an eff ort to 20 FRIDAY help up to 4 million borrowers on the verge of foreclosure. Shabbat Services at 6 p.m. in “All of us are paying a price for this home Muller Chapel mortgage crisis,” Obama said yesterday. Shabbat Dinner at 7:15 p.m. in Headlining the plan was a $75 billion Terrace Dining Hall Homeowner Stability Initiative, under which would provide incentives to lenders to cut 21 SATURDAY Lights, camera, fashion monthly mortgage payments to sustainable lev- Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta’s fall 2009 line is displayed by models yesterday during New York els. It defi nes this at no more than 31 percent of a Fashion Week. Fourteen other fashion designers will display their collections in runway shows for fi ve Ithacappella Concert from 7 to homeowner’s income. 9:30 p.m. in Emerson Suites days. Many of the designers downsized their shows this year because of the economy. Of the nearly 52 million U.S. homeown- BEBETO MATTHEWS/ASSOCIATED PRESS ers with a mortgage, about 13.8 million, or 22 SUNDAY nearly 27 percent, owe more on their mortgage than their house is now worth, according to 38 civilians yesterday and wounded 140 others, Iran announced two years ago it had built an un- Nondenominational Protes- www.MoodysEconomy.com the area’s top health offi cial said. manned aircraft, but Vahidi’s comments were the tant Service at 11 a.m. in Th urairaja Varatharajah said 13 members of fi rst by a top offi cial revealing its range. His claims Muller Chapel UN envoy taken hostage by Al-Qaida one extended family were killed in their sleep could not be independently confi rmed. Catholic Community Mass at Al-Qaida’s North Africa branch claimed yes- early yesterday when artillery shells exploded on Yesterday’s reports follow this week’s announce- 1 and 9 p.m. in Muller Chapel terday it is holding hostage a senior U.N. peace their home in a village inside a government des- ment that Iran has restructured its military in an envoy, his aide and four tourists kidnapped in the ignated “safe zone” in rebel-held territory. eff ort to improve its air defense capabilities. 24 TUESDAY Sahara Desert in recent weeks Th e bodies were brought to the makeshift United Nations special envoy for Niger, Rob- hospital Varatharajah is running out of a school Gaza Strip border to remain closed IC Sustainability Group ert Fowler, and his aide Louis Guay, both Cana- in the area, he said, adding that the shelling ap- Israel declared yesterday that it will not open Meeting from 12:10 to 1 p.m. dian diplomats, were kidnapped Dec. 14 in the peared to come from government-controlled the Gaza Strip’s blockaded borders until Hamas in Business School 301 southern Sahara country. areas to the south. militants free a captured Israeli soldier. Peace Corps Information Four tourists, including two Swiss, a German Th e decision was condemned by Hamas, Session, sponsored by Career woman and a British man, were kidnapped by Top offi cials confi rm aircraft in Iran which is desperate for border crossings to be Services, from 7 to 8 p.m. in gunmen Jan. 22 near the border in neighboring Iran has built an unmanned surveillance aircraft opened in order to start repairing destruction Textor 101 Mali, their tour operator said. with a range of more than 600 miles — enough from Israel’s military off ensive in the coastal ter- “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” fi l m “We are aware of the reports, but we have to reach Israel — a top Iranian defense offi cial ritory last month. screening sponsored by the Art nothing further to comment,” U.N. deputy spokes- said yesterday. Gaza’s borders have been sealed by Israel History Society, from 7 to woman Marie Okabe said at U.N. headquarters in Deputy Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi since the Islamic militants of Hamas violently 10 p.m. in Textor 102 New York. said he could not provide more details, only say- seized control of the territory nearly two years ing the development of the unmanned aircraft ago, driving out supporters of Palestinian Presi- 25 WEDNESDAY Attacks result in Sri Lankan deaths was an “important achievement.” His remarks dent Mahmoud Abbas. Government artillery attacks and air raids in- were published yesterday by the semioffi cial Fars German conversation table side Sri Lanka’s northern war zone killed at least news agency. SOURCE: Associated Press from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Lan- guage Lab on the second fl oor of the library “Eating Disorders: Helping dress. For more information, call Jon Building Center at 100 W. Seneca You, Helping Others” panel College&City Antis, Fidelis Care marketing repre- St. to plan community events to cel- presentation at 7 p.m. in Klin- sentative, at 339-7847. ebrate Earth Day 2009. genstein Lounge Class of 2009 to celebrate National Historic Park and Museum SewGreen’s Earth Day plans so “Hooking Up On-Campus: Sex last months at the college and a series of discussion sessions. Local youths share stories far include a gallery show in April in the Little City,” a presentation Th e senior class will hold “A Walk Lunch, a continental breakfast about Inauguration Day of reused and redesigned fashions by associate professor Rebecca in the Park,” an event building up to and transportation are included in Th e Tompkins County Public and creative needlecrafts. Th e Plante, at 7 p.m. in Textor 101 graduation, from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday the program, which is free for all Library will host a panel discus- show, to be held at the Community in the School of Business atrium. Ithaca College students. sion with teenagers who attended School of Music & Arts in Ithaca, ADD YOUR EVENT Admission is $10 for students Space is limited to 40, and partic- President Obama’s inauguration at is titled “R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Rescued who have already made a dona- ipants are selected on a fi rst-come, 1 p.m. Feb. 28 in the Borg Warner and Redesigned.” Th e show is open Drop events for “This tion to the senior class gift and $15 fi rst-serve basis. Community Room. to all ages. Week” in the marked box in for students who have not. 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Thursday, February 19, 2009 NEWS The Ithacan 3 Rochon holds Q&A session at SGA meeting Plans to start co-ed dorms BY JOSHUA MELLMAN MANAGING EDITOR unsuccessful President Tom Rochon publicly addressed the recent controversy over IC View, the approved BY DAVID DURRETT budget for next year and the direction of his stra- SENIOR WRITER tegic vision on Tuesday at a Student Government Th e Offi ce of Residential Association meeting. Life’s second attempt to imple- Rochon said his visit had been planned ment a program that would al- weeks ago, before he knew there would be a low people of diff erent genders “hot issue” on the table. to live together as roommates Rochon first discussed Emily McNeill’s ’08 was unsuccessful because of “Final Word” piece in IC View, after posting a lack of student interest. public letter on the magazine’s Web site. In spring 2008, the Offi ce of “I investigated how Residential Life this article got printed fi rst suggested and found out that the Watch Rochon at gender-neutral usual editorial review the SGA meeting housing on the at theithacan.org/ policies weren’t followed,” odd side of the go/09icview. he said. “In my opinion, second fl oor in there was simply bad judgment in placing the Eastman Hall as article there in that magazine.” a pilot program He said he appreciated the college commu- for fall 2008, but nity’s response to his letter, even though it left the program was PRUNTY said gen- him second-guessing the way he responded canceled when der-neutral housing did not receive to the article. He made it clear that he has no only seven stu- enough interest. intention to censor IC View, but he welcomes dents out of the conversation on the topic. required 15 expressed interest in it. “What I would like is an editorial review It was proposed again this semes- President Tom Rochon answers questions at SGA’s meeting Tuesday in the Taughannock Falls meeting policy that functions, that’s consistent and ter for the second fl oor of the West room. Rochon addressed the budget, strategic visioning and Emily McNeill’s IC View piece. that minimizes the possibility that a group of EVAN FALK/THE ITHACAN Tower, but only three students of people will be offended,” he said. the required 15 signed up. For the budget, Rochon discussed trying to all three topics. Approximately 30 students at- with the mission statement but hoped there Bonnie Prunty, director of resi- keep the tuition increase as small as possible tended the meeting. would be a better way to discuss an issue like the dential life and judicial aff airs, said and trying to devote as many resources to pro- Senior Cornell Woodson, student body pres- one addressed in McNeill’s story. for the program to be implement- viding financial aid as possible. He said he is ident, said he was not surprised by the topics “[Rochon’s response] was what I expected, ed, there would need to be enough not yet sure where cuts will be made. Rochon chose to discuss. so it didn’t surprise me,” Stanton said. “While interested students to fi ll a residen- “We will all be sharing in those cuts,” he “I thought it was bold of him … to bring up I may disagree with him on some aspects of it, tial hall fl oor. said. “I’m leaving it up to deans and the vice the IC View thing right off the top,” Woodson I think he made his point perfectly clear, and I “It’s not a housing arrangement presidents to decide where the cuts assigned said. “I also thought that he did a very good understand that.” that you want to assign students to them will actually be assigned.” job hitting on the points that he knew students Stanton said he was impressed with into who didn’t specifi cally ask to Rochon said the strategic vision was the most were going to care about.” Rochon’s strategic visioning process. be there,” Prunty said. important part of the discussion for the long-term He said Rochon showed an understanding of “I liked his outlook,” Stanton said. “He answered Linda Koenig, assistant director goals of the college. He stressed collaboration as a the student body by being open to questions. the questions that I was concerned with, so I’m will- for housing services and commu- primary focus and making it easier for students to “Students have a president that is not afraid, ing to give him some leeway and let him do what he nications, said she had hoped for cross school lines. He said he hopes that the vision not going to dodge questions,” Woodson said. “His thinks is best for Ithaca College.” more interest in the program. will be a signifi cant part of the student experience 10 biggest message always seems to be allowing the SGA senator and freshman Jordan Welt- “Not every student identifi es years from now. members of the community, students, deans [and man said it was helpful to hear about the bud- as the gender they were born with, “If we were only responding to this econom- vice presidents] to help make those big decisions.” get, the way money is allocated and how the potentially, not everybody identifi es ic climate and not looking toward the future, SGA senator and junior Billy Stanton read the college is trying to minimize cuts. with a gender at all,” she said. “We we would be making a big mistake,” he said. mission statement of IC View to Rochon. He then “It was comforting to hear it straight from were just trying to be progressive.” Rochon fielded questions for about an hour followed by asking if Rochon felt that McNeill’s him,” Weltman said. “I’m glad he was able to Cornell Woodson, senior and from SGA members and other students about story fi t that statement. Rochon said he agreed speak with us. I wish he would come back.” president of the Student Govern- ment Association, said the housing could have helped students become aware of diff erent sexual orienta- tions and gender identities. Madagascar trip canceled “It will start conversation about what does that mean, and ... BY BECCA BURNS toward the presidential palace, what that will mean for the peo- ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR killing at least 25 people, accord- ple who rely on it in order to feel Recent protests in Madagas- ing to the AP. comfortable in the community,” car have left close to 100 civilians Levy said once she heard about Woodson said. dead and created political unrest the police opening fi re on civilians Prunty said students expressed throughout the country. Locally, in the most recent protest, she knew interest in the option of gender- the events have forced Ithaca Col- she was making the right decision. neutral housing, even though they lege to cancel its summer photog- “At that point I thought it was did not choose to live in it. raphy trip to the island. wise to pull the program,” she said. “[Students] thought [other] stu- Th e six-week special topics “From my perspective, I don’t dents would be interested in it, but course, “Madagascar through Pho- want to put any students in harm’s in reality, the numbers that are here tography,” aimed to explore the is- way. … The most important thing are just very small,” she said. land’s culture. Janice Levy, associ- for me is their safety.” Gender-neutral rooms are avail- ate professor of photography and Junior Michael Grippi said he able in the College Circle Apart- the course’s instructor, said she had thought Levy made the right deci- ments and four- and six-person to cancel the trip on Feb. 10 to pre- sion to call the program off now, Garden Apartments, but Prunty vent possible danger to her and the so everyone on the trip could now Supporters of President Ravalomanana rally Feb. 11 in Antananarivo, the said students cannot always aff ord eight students on the trip. make new plans for summer and capital of Madagascar. Violence has also caused protests from supporters. to live in these areas. LIU FANG XINHUA/ASSOCIATED PRESS “I felt as if it was too risky to not lose money. Koenig said the Offi ce of Resi- take the chance, so I decided it Grippi said, however, he was dential Life is not planning an- was safer to cancel the program,” upset he wouldn’t be able to tell the people remain in an unbearably cities where she was planning on other attempt to implement the she said. “It was a really torment- stories of the people of Madagascar. impoverished situation.” taking the students. housing at this time. She said she ing decision, because I know how “My fi rst reaction was, ‘Oh man, Junior Kaitlyn McQuaid said “I spoke to my friend down had spoken with SGA and the much the students were looking that sucks,’ but then I was like wait a she had been looking forward to there … and asked if things would Residential Housing Association forward to it, and I was certainly minute … people died, so what am I the trip but understands why it resolve themselves anytime soon,” about it but was still unable to get looking forward to it.” complaining about?” he said. would not be safe. she said. “He said it was not likely, enough people to apply. Violence began with a protest About 70 percent of the coun- “It was going to be a great trip, so I [told him] there will be other Woodson said gender-neutral called by opposition leader Andry try’s 20 million people live be- and we are all disappointed, but years that we can go.” housing might come into play in Rajoelina, against President Marc low the poverty line, according to I have a lot of respect for Janice,” Grippi said he hopes to be able the future and said he hopes discus- Ravalomanana, who he accused the AP. she said. “She knows the coun- to go on the trip with Levy some- sion will continue. of being anti-democratic and re- “I am very much afraid for try really well, and I feel like she time in the future. He said he does “Th is is a community that re- sponsible for civilian deaths, ac- the people of Madagascar, and I made the right decision.” not want to miss an opportunity ally works hard at involving ev- cording to The Associated Press. fear for their future,” Levy said. Levy said she followed the where he could learn so much. eryone and being very inclusive, In late January, protests sparked “I am constantly saddened by news in Madagascar for the past “It’s just a shame that we can’t and I think that gender-neutral riots and looting that killed many the situation there, and the fact few weeks in hopes that the situ- go there to get their stories heard housing is another way of con- civilians. On Feb. 7, police fired at that despite all of the natural re- ation got better. But violence that … that’s pretty much what photo- tinuing communications to that opposition supporters marching sources that the country has, the started in the capital has spread to journalism is for,” he said. end,” he said. 4 The Ithacan NEWS Thursday, February 19, 2009 Faculty concerned about priorities Campus responds VISIONING FROM PAGE 1 to Rochon direction, and it will be up to faculty, since it is fundamentally a curricular ICVIEW concept, to fi gure out what to do.” FROM PAGE 1 When the sessions fi rst began in he said. “I’m very concerned about November, Rochon said this month’s the possibility of that.” public presentations would outline Senior Karin Fleming, editor of a “fi rst draft” of a plan, which would Buzzsaw Haircut, the college’s al- identify six to eight areas of focus ternative magazine, who interned for the college to move forward at IC View last spring, said she felt with. But when the deans and vice Rochon’s comment about the ar- presidents sat down with the fi nd- ticle’s lack of balance was fl awed. ings — which amounted to 70 pages She said a binary discussion about of bullet-pointed transcriptions — the Israeli-Palestinian debate in something diff erent emerged. particular is not realistic. “It became clear there was quite a “It’s playing into this false sense convergence around … taking greater of balance that’s perpetrated by the advantage of the resource and the news today where there are only depth we have in each of our schools two sides to a situation and that’s it,” and divisions and being more fl exible Fleming said. “Especially for a topic in creating opportunities for access,” that’s so complex and convoluted as Rochon said. “As the leadership con- the Israeli-Palestinian debate, that’s tinued to talk through that theme they a really irresponsible thing for a developed this concept.” publication to be promoting.” From left, Lauren O’Connell, associate professor of art history, and Steve Clancy, professor and chair of the art What came from Tuesday’s meet- Senior Renee LaDue said in a history department, listen to President Rochon’s strategic visioning presentation Tuesday in Emerson Suites. ing was not exactly what many of the TJ GUNTHER/THE ITHACAN comment that the article showcases faculty expected, either. the talents of recent graduates. Many faculty members inter- coming month.” how the model relates to creating a pilot projects that can be developed “Politics aside, isn’t that exactly viewed by Th e Ithacan said they an- Several faculty raised concerns distinctive image for the college. for this fall, how the college can what IC View is about?” she said. ticipated a list of priorities they could during the meeting, some questioning “I was expecting [something] that measure their success and how the In a comment, Peter Rothbart, use to generate communitywide dis- how they would move forward with would prioritize what we do to make faculty can build on strengths of the professor of music theory, history cussions about how to enrich the col- this curriculum and how existing in- Ithaca College have a distinctive im- college’s academic and student af- and composition, said the function lege’s learning environment. Instead, tegrative programs fi t into the vision. age,” she said. “It did not address, for fairs programming. of a public relations magazine like what they said they got was a “broad,” Others mentioned specifi c aspects of example, whether sustainability is an “Interdisciplinary work and mak- IC View is diff erent from that of a “vague” idea of where the college was campus life they felt were missing. important part of the college’s mission ing the schools open to students out- news magazine. headed without much indication of One existing program mentioned or vision.” side of them is something that has “Th is is not an issue of academic how it — or they — would get there. was the Ithaca Seminars, a set of in- Asma Barlas, professor and pro- been talked about for a long time,” freedom or freedom of the press, “I can’t wrap my head around this,” terdisciplinary liberal arts courses for gram director of the Center for the Rochon said. “We’ve made some but rather a business one,” he said. one faculty member said, leaving the fi rst-year students that fi rst aimed to Study of Culture, Race and Ethnicity, progress at times but those talks have “IC View exists for business reasons meeting 15 minutes before it ended. create “common experiences that con- said it is not clear what is expected of tended to get stranded. Th e deans in and should be managed as such.” Rountree said while the presenta- nect classroom and academic learning faculty under the new program. She these conversations have made an ab- On Monday, Asma Barlas, pro- tion did not give specifi c avenues to with other aspects of college life” — a said it would have been useful for solutely unanimous commitment to fessor and program director of the implement such a curriculum, it did program many thought would be- the presentation to solidify common, enable specifi c programs or pilots ... Center for the Study of Culture, call on several values reached by a come part of the college’s image. shared priorities faculty could use to under this concept to fl ourish.” Race and Ethnicity, and Beth Har- consensus of those who participated Th e program has been successful begin the creative process. Stephen Mosher, professor of ris, associate professor of politics, in the listening sessions. for those students able to enroll, but “I know this is about methodology, sport management and media, who wrote a letter to Th e Ithacan out- “We can’t achieve this without do- capacity is limited, and in its attempt and there were several things read out attended the meeting, said he likes the lining concerns about Rochon’s ing something about these inferred to create a common, multidisciplinary loud from faculty and students last exercise of visioning multiple possible response to McNeill’s article. Forty goals and priorities,” she said. experience for all freshmen, it has not semester … but nowhere was there scenarios but thinks the community faculty members signed the letter. Rountree said what the faculty cre- seen much success, some faculty say. mention of racial diversity [as a con- needs to come to terms with a plan “We want to ask him to explain ate with this framework could take Th ere are other existing programs, sideration],” she said. that will not satisfy everyone. to us how his reaction is going to be many forms — courses, majors, mi- like the Finger Lakes Environmental Several schools will hold brain- “Th e murkiness of the enroll- respectful of those students, alumni nors or programs that exist outside of Film Festival and those programs run storming sessions this week, includ- ment and budget situation makes and faculty who might hold minor- a classroom setting. through the Division of Interdisciplin- ing the School of Health Sciences and envisioning the academic future ity points of view that are not really “At the moment it is just a vision ary and International Studies, that Human Performance and the Roy H. very diffi cult,” he said. “Without a popular here but nonetheless need ... that vision is our priority,” Rochon have been more successful. Rountree Park School of Communications. clearer understanding of the sup- to be defended,” Barlas said. said. “What will we spend money on, said it is those types of programs the Steve Siconolfi , dean of the School port that will come from the admin- In a 2001 issue of Th e Ithaca what are the activities that will occur? model could make more accessible. of Health Sciences and Human Per- istration, it is diffi cult to be enthusi- College Quarterly (the previous Th at is for faculty to fi gure out in the Allen-Gil said she wanted to see formance, said faculty will consider astic about faculty participation.” name of IC View), Barlas wrote the essay, “Why Do Th ey Hate Us?” in which she raised questions about U.S. foreign policy. When Peggy R. Williams, president of the college Deans and administrators consider cuts at the time, faced pressure from alumni to fi re Barlas, she defended BUDGET School of Business Dean Susan Engelkemeyer scale back as well. One of those areas include faculty Barlas’ right to free speech in an op- FROM PAGE 1 said the school will not hire a permanent replace- going on small tours, as soloists or ensembles, or ed published in the Ithaca Journal. ment for a faculty line left vacant by someone who giving master classes at other colleges. For the short “Th ese are two diametrically op- vice presidents in the fall, must be made by June 1. resigned last year. term at least, Woodward said, they recognize they posed ways of dealing with a similar Tanya Saunders, dean of the division of interdis- Dean Dianne Lynch said of the 10 open searches may have to do without them. issue,” Barlas said. “Th e similar issue ciplinary and international studies, said many cuts in the Roy H. Park School of Communications, four Th e school will also be more prudent in the is that both of us have said some- made last semester were tempo- will not move forward this year, leaving those posi- classes off ered each semester. In the past, he said, thing about the Middle East or rary sacrifi ces, but now she will tions unfi lled. Th ose positions would have required electives and courses were off ered multiple times in about Muslims that is not accept- look to cut more permanently. national searches, she said. multiple sections each year. able to some minority of people.” “We’re looking at the budget “Nobody in the Park School who is on a continu- “Th at’s not a luxury we have anymore,” he said. Th e issue also prompted stu- for the next few years and trying ing contract is losing his or her job,” Lynch said. Classes will still be off ered frequently enough for dents to form IC Student Coalition to identify where we can aff ord Th e Park School is looking at a package of reduc- students to fulfi ll requirements, he said, but students for Academic Rights, a group cre- to cut without changing how we tions in some operating budgets that have had sur- will have to more carefully plan their semesters. ated in response to Rochon’s eff orts deliver the curriculum students pluses in recent years as well as some reductions in Saunders said she will likely have to delay plans to establish what the group calls “a expect,” she said. program funding, she said. for an international studies major and minor, which censorship panel for IC View.” Cuts in terms of both posi- WOODWARD said School of Music Dean Greg Woodward said he she planned to submit to the college this spring. In a petition to Rochon, the tions and nonsalary operating he is looking to cut is trying to fi nd areas with the least amount of im- With those cuts in mind, deans, along with ad- group demands he “acknowledge budgets are being considered by from areas with pact on core educational programs. One of them is missions and enrollment offi cials, are also increasing that controversial dialogue should each of the leaders responsible the least impact. the school’s outside events and programs, including their eff orts to reach out to students who have ap- not be stifl ed.” Th e group said in the for making them. concert series, master classes and guest artists. plied to enroll next fall. How many of those students petition that McNeill’s article fi ts Th e School of Humanities and Sciences will not “It’s hearing the Syracuse Symphony this year, they can attract is a number critical to the stability part of IC View’s stated mission, to fi ll some faculty positions and move others from but maybe next year you’ll hear a group that doesn’t of the tuition-driven institution — each student who “stimulate discussion of issues of in- tenure-eligible lines to one-year contracts, said Les- cost as much,” he said. “We’re trying to fi nd ways to enrolls contributes about $20,000 to the college’s terest to the college community.” lie Lewis, the school’s dean. Lewis said she is identi- cut where things are more hidden ... no one will feel operating budget, Carl Sgrecci, vice president of fi - fying projects and expenses she can remove without them that directly, so their experience as students nance and administration, said. Five fewer students For the faculty letter, Rochon’s hurting priorities in the school. She is looking at a 3 continues to be just as rich as it always was.” could mean $100,000 — 50 fewer would leave the clarifi cation of his original response percent cut in the operating budget, part of a 4 per- Woodward said faculty in the school are also college without roughly $1 million. and additional commentary, see cent cut overall, she said. helping the administration identify where they can Th e college’s application deadline was Feb. 1. pages 12 though 14 of Th e Ithacan. Thursday, February 19, 2009 NEWS The Ithacan 5 New tutoring programs off er multiple options

BY VIRGINIA VAN DE WALL dents be more successful and manage CONTRIBUTING WRITER their time a little bit better,” she said. Th e Ithaca College Academic En- Th e Peer Tutoring Program, ar- richment Services has coordinated ranged by Robert Danberg, coordi- two new programs that were intro- nator of peer tutoring and academic duced last week — the IC Success Pro- success at AES, is the fi rst offi cial gram and the Peer Tutoring Program. peer-tutoring program at the college, Th e IC Success Program, coordi- Danberg said. He said it is designed nated by Amanda Lippincott, HEOP to target and to break down concepts and academic programs counselor, from students’ most diffi cult classes. targets fi rst-year students who need Junior Alana Murphy, who uses tu- help adjusting to a new, more rigorous toring for her neuroscience class, said academic workload. having a fellow student teach her cre- “It will help [them] to develop a ates a more relaxed environment. real sense of the college and how to be “Students ... feel more comfortable successful,” Lippincott said. with someone who’s their own age and Th e program will hold workshops has taken the class before and under- that concentrate on study skills and stands the professor’s style, as opposed academic planning. To explore more to a professional who may be sort of in-depth ways to keep students on intimidating,” she said. From left, junior Ryan Bailey tutors freshman Kylene Planer for her Principles of Macroeconomics class Monday in track, the program has planned two To start, Danberg said he contact- Smiddy Hall as part of a new peer-tutoring program sponsored by the college’s Academic Enrichment Services. half-day retreats. Th e fi rst retreat was ed all faculty, asking which classes stu- CHLOE NELSON/THE ITHACAN held Feb. 10 at the Country Inn Suites, dents requested help for most. He said where students refl ected on the fall se- several classes also stuck out because services and the [academic] depart- syllabuses and Blackboard pages, and ing center as a way for students to mester and on ways to improve their AES kept track of previous student ments,” Danberg said. they are welcome to meet with profes- really understand their material time management. Th e next retreat is requests for help in certain subjects. Th ere are 13 tutors, each have tak- sors to get feedback on challenging sub- and to develop better study habits. scheduled for early next fall. From this information, Danberg was en the class they are tutoring for and jects that students might be facing. All He suggests that rather than cram- Th e program is open to students able to fi nd tutors for specifi c classes have been recommended by their pro- the information and access helps tutors ming before tests, students should by recommendation only. Faculty including Neuroscience and Human fessor. Th e tutors have undergone a to work with a clearer understanding of visit the center as soon as their syl- and staff suggest students, based on Anatomy, Financial and Managerial training process, and they will contin- what students are struggling with. labuses come out so they can plan performance, attendance and atti- Accounting, Principles of Macroeco- ue to develop their skills as the training Th ough the program is new to the their time accordingly. tude, who they think would benefi t nomics, Developmental and General carries on throughout the semester. college, students are already respond- “Over time, we want to create a from educational services. AES then Psychology, and Business Statistics. Danberg said while the experience ing positively to it. culture where people say that ‘Tutor- contacts those students, off ering Danberg said many professors in is mainly for the mentee, it creates an Freshman Kylene Planer visited ing is for maintaining my success, not them a list of opportunities that are physical and occupational therapy environment that also helps tutors. the center for help with an econom- for helping me up off the ground,’” available to them including seminars claimed when students fi rst get to the “My job is to support [the tutors] ics test, and she said she found the Danberg said. and consultation. college, many seek help outside class. through the semester and give my ob- experience helpful. Lippincott said the IC Success Danberg said the program aims servations at our meetings, as well as “It is geared to help you in whatever Th e Peer Tutoring Program is open Program is looking for ways to keep to keep professors and tutors on the give them feedback,” he said. “Th e goal ways you need,” she said. “Even if you from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays through students on the right track from the same page. is to create something that serves the just need someone to study with, the Th ursdays and is located in Smiddy beginning of their college careers. “We’re trying to create closer col- tutor as well.” [tutors] are more than willing to help.” 112. To sign up with a tutor, students “Th ese workshops will help stu- laborations between the tutoring Student tutors have access to class Danberg said he sees the tutor- should e-mail [email protected]. Your Thursday is not complete without

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BY SAM LOWE Ioanide said when Patterson recites her po- STAFF WRITER ems, she has the ability to move people and help Th e Center for the Study of Culture, Race them understand the concept of resistance. and Ethnicity at Ithaca College will host Sunni “She has an ingredient in her poetry Patterson — singer, poet, emcee, artist and that is extremely unique to her,” she said. “visionary” — during the annual Martin Lu- “Despite the fact that she brings marginal- ther King discussion series, “Chaos or Com- ized voices into visibility, she is interested in munity? MLK and the Politics of Resistance.” conjuring hope.” Patterson, a featured performer on HBO’s Ioanide said Patterson brings an interest- Def Poetry Jam and speaker of Panafest in ing mix of hope and despair. Patterson will Ghana, West Africa, will speak at 7 p.m. help fuel conversation during the question- Monday in Clark Lounge in a performance, and-answer session after her performance. “Sacred Psalms: Words and Works of Resis- Patterson said she will discuss how orga- tance, Love, Struggle and Victory.” nized resistance is carried out through art and “I will touch on the importance of love in music, as well as the spiritual aspect of hope the context of revolution, and what ‘revolu- and politics. tion’ means to and for the people — both spiri- “Th e artist and poet are able to facilitate tually, and politically,” Patterson said. the rebuilding and healing of the community Every year, CSCRE arranges discussions through art ... and the bravery of hope and faith,” on diff erent topics. Th is year’s is reminiscent she said. of the 40th anniversary of Martin Luther Barlas said Patterson, a native of New Or- King Jr.’s death in 1968. Th e series has so far leans, will give students a new look at the sub- discussed anti-racist and anti-war move- ject of racism in today’s world by reading her ments, critiques of capitalism and poverty political poems to the audience. and civil disobedience. “It gives [students] a broad sense of diff er- Asma Barlas, professor of politics and di- ent perspectives,” she said. “If you keep hear- rector of CSCRE at the college, said the topic ing the same academic lecture, conversation was also chosen in correlation with Barack can get a little boring.” Obama running for president last year — Barlas said the center will look at race and reminiscent of resistance and change. racism today because many people have a hard “Th is is a very interesting point in U.S. politi- time discussing it in today’s culture. cal history, and we can look back on the work of “It makes people very uncomfortable Dr. King but also look forward,” she said. especially because there is a tendency in Paula Ioanide, assistant professor at the the U.S. to think that any time race is men- Experience the Ithacaca center, said she suggested Patterson as a tioned, it basically means people of color,” Darwin Day events good addition to the series. She said she saw she said. “It doesn’t have anything to do at theithacan.org/ her perform at the University of California with white people.” go/09Darwin. at Santa Barbara and had thought her work Barlas said she wants students to walk was moving. away from the lectures with a better un- Ioanide said Patterson’s poetry speaks derstanding of people organizing against a of political issues that are apparent in to- common cause. day’s culture, such as the ongoing struggle “It is important for people to understand Evolving minds From left, 3-year-old Nadia Cohen touches a desert king snake held by James Dake, a Cayuga of the people in New Orleans and the Gulf that these folks are helping themselves and Nature Center employee, while Emily Baker, another employee, looks on, at Saturday’s Family Coast post-Katrina. it is not a case of well-meaning people just Day at the Museum of the Earth. The event was part of the museum’s Darwin Days event. “All of her poetry has a message,” she said. giving charity,” she said. “We need to have a DAVID KORMAN/THE ITHACAN “Hers is a very politicized message.” more complicated view of people.” Your day is not complete without

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BY JULIA DUNN the group that have contributed to CONTRIBUTING WRITER the event. Of 657 Ithaca College students “We have a lot of new general polled in 2007, about 48.8 percent members to Active Minds, and they felt so depressed they felt unable have just been like thrown into or- to function, 11.4 percent seriously ganizing this,” she said. “So, I’m real- considered suicide and 1.2 percent ly excited for them to have an event had tried — statistics that call to and something they helped with.” the importance of mental health is- Th e event planner for Active sues on college campuses. Minds is junior Brittany Bookman, Ithaca College’s Active Minds who has used all the new mem- will facilitate the campuswide event bers that came into Active Minds “Stomp Out Th e Stigma,” from 7 to this year to make the event more 10 p.m. today in Emerson Suites, to successful than last year and raise open dialogue about mental health more awareness. issues through musical guests, “Th ere’s nothing more reward- speakers and balloon popping. ing than to get people together for a Active Minds, an organization common cause and get people talk- dedicated to mental health aware- ing about it,” Bookman said. ness, education and advocacy on Rankins said it is important campus, will host representatives “Stomp Out Th e Stigma” takes place from local organizations to discuss every year. mental health issues. Th e speakers “Th e need to convey the message will be from off -campus organiza- of awareness and support of mental tions such as Compos Mentis, a not- health issues remains consistently as From left, junior Stephanie Farber and freshman Kristen Axelsen create T-shirts for “Stomp Out the Stigma” for-profi t wellness organization, the the campus population changes so during an Active Minds meeting last night in Williams 218. This will be the second year for the event. Tompkins County Mental Health EVAN FALK/THE ITHACAN drastically each year,” Rankins said. Association and Suicide Prevention He said mental health issues have Counseling Services. to-back performances, as well as topics that gets to be fun like this.” an information table. Public relations an eff ect on everyone and the impor- Performances will include Ithaca- three diff erent balloon stomps, an Rankins said the Counseling chair, Lisa Min Cao, has been work- tance of having this event each year ppella, Spit Th at!, IC Tap, IC Com- activity where guests pop balloons Center puts on programs, but Ac- ing closely with Ithaca College’s Active is to emphasize their prevalence. edy Club, Ithaca Idol winner Anna fi lled with prizes, such as cou- tive Minds is better able to com- Minds and has pursued the opportu- “Mental health issues impact all Halperin, IC Hip Hop, IC Breakers pons for free smoothies, to signify municate with students on a more nity to come to the event and promote of our lives either directly or indi- and Premium Blend. stomping out the stigma of mental personal basis. mental health awareness. rectly, and we as individuals can Junior Joe Fraioli, co-president health issues. “Active Minds is able to reach “We really wanted to do some contribute towards enhancing the of Active Minds, said he is excited Th e adviser of Active Minds, Le- the campus in ways that the Coun- outreach, and I felt that it was good health of our community by recog- to see all the diff erent groups on Bron Rankins, a psychologist at the seling Center by itself never could,” to partner up with Active Minds,” nizing when we or others need help, campus get together to support Counseling Center, said he is look- he said. “Students listen to other Cao said. “We’re starting a great knowing what resources are avail- the cause. ing forward to the event because it students in ways they don’t listen to partnership, and we would like to able and encouraging others to ac- “We are hoping that it can just addresses mental health topics in a adults, and so I am pretty proud of keep up the connection.” cess or utilize those resources when continue, and the more support fun and helpful way. those students for recognizing the Ithaca College senior Cait- it’s appropriate,” Rankins said. we have on campus from faculty “Th is is going to be a fun event, importance of attending.” lin Bango, co-president of Active and staff the better it can become,” as it was last year, with lots of ex- Mind Matters, Cornell University’s Minds, said she looks forward to Students who would like to join Fraioli said. citement,” he said. “It’s rare to have a version of Active Minds, will also at- seeing the outcome of the event and Active Minds can attend meetings at Th e night will be full of back- gathering addressing mental health tend the event to speak and set up how it will benefi t new members of 7 p.m. Wednesdays in Williams 218. 10 The Ithacan Thursday, February 19, 2009 Thursday, February 19, 2009 NEWS The Ithacan 11

SELECTED ENTRIES FROM Public Safety Incident Log JANUARY 26 TO FEBRUARY 3

JANUARY 26 BURGLARY/UNLAWFUL ENTRY caused by burnt food. System reset. RECLASSIFICATION OF CRIME fuel. No cause for the odor was found. LOCATION: Garden Apartments Fire and Building Safety Coordinator LOCATION: Offi ce Of Public Safety Pending investigation. Environmental MEDICAL ASSIST INJURY RELATED SUMMARY: Caller reported an Ronald Clark. SUMMARY: Incident in the West Tower Safety Specialist Mark V. Ross. LOCATION: Terraces unknown person entered a residence originally reported Jan. 15 as “unlawful SUMMARY: Caller reported a person and stole a laptop computer. Pending UNLAWFUL POSS. OF MARIJUANA possession of marijuana” was reclassi- CHECK ON THE WELFARE fell and sustained a toe injury. Person investigation. Patrol Offi cer Jeffrey Austin. LOCATION: East Tower fi ed as “criminal possession of a con- LOCATION: Emerson Hall transported to Health Center. Patrol SUMMARY: Two people judicially referred trolled substance seventh degree.” One SUMMARY: Caller reported receiving Offi cer Peter Wright. CRIMINAL MISCHIEF for unlawful possession of marijuana. person was judicially referred for posses- a call that a person has threatened to LOCATION: Emerson Hall Master Patrol Offi cer Donald Lyke. sion of the controlled substance. Master do harm to themselves. Family member FOUND PROPERTY SUMMARY: Caller reported unknown per- Patrol Offi cer Donald Lyke. made contact with person and requested LOCATION: Textor Hall son damaged a cable. Pending investiga- JANUARY 31 no further action be taken. Patrol Offi cer SUMMARY: Medical kit found and turned tion. Patrol Offi cer Jeffrey Austin. FIRE ALARM James Landon. over to Public Safety. Unknown owner. UNDERAGE POSS. OF ALCOHOL LOCATION: Terraces TOMPKINS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE LOCATION: Circle Apartments SUMMARY: Fire alarm activation caused MEDICAL ASSIST INJURY RELATED FIRE ALARM LOCATION: Route 96B/Danby Road SUMMARY: One person judicially re- by burnt food. System reset. Master Pa- LOCATION: Boothroyd Hall LOCATION: Boothroyd Hall SUMMARY: Caller reported one-car ferred for underage possession of alco- trol Offi cer Robert Hightchew. SUMMARY: Caller reported an unknown SUMMARY: Fire alarm activation caused motor vehicle accident. Report taken. Pa- hol. Patrol Offi cer Peter Wright. medical problem. Offi cer found person by burnt food. System reset. Fire Protec- trol Offi cer Jeffrey Austin. FEBRUARY 2 with neck and arm pain. Person was tion Specialist Mark Swanhart. UNLAWFUL POSS. OF MARIJUANA transported to CMC by ambulance. Fire JANUARY 29 LOCATION: Bogart Hall UNLAWFUL POSS. OF MARIJUANA Protection Specialist Enoch Perkins. JANUARY 27 SUMMARY: Two people judicially referred LOCATION: Bogart Hall CASE STATUS for unlawful possession of marijuana. Pa- SUMMARY: One person judicially re- CONDUCT CODE VIOLATION CRIMINAL POSS. OF WEAPON LOCATION: Emerson Hall trol Offi cer Jeffrey Austin. ferred for unlawful possession of marijua- LOCATION: E-Lot LOCATION: Terraces SUMMARY: Offi cer reported that crimi- na and for fi re safety violation. Sergeant SUMMARY: Offi cer reported a vehicle SUMMARY: Offi cer reported suspicious nal mischief reported Jan. 28 in Emer- EXPOSURE OF PERSON Bill Kerry. with a fraudulent permit. One person activity. Two people judicially referred for son Hall was unfounded. Patrol Offi cer LOCATION: Circle Lot 7 referred judicially for possession of a unlawful possession of marijuana and Jeffrey Austin. SUMMARY: Caller reported a person LARCENY fraudulent permit. Parking Enforcement one person judicially referred for criminal urinating in public. One person judicially LOCATION: J-Lot Assistant Maria Parente. possession of a weapon. Master Patrol MVA/PROPERTY DAMAGE referred for indecent conduct. Student SUMMARY: Caller reported an unknown Offi cer Donald Lyke. LOCATION: S-Lot Auxiliary Safety Patrol. person stole part of a radio from a vehicle. FOR THE COMPLETE SAFETY LOG, SUMMARY: Caller reported a two-car Pending investigation. Sergeant Steve Yaple. go to www.theithacan.org/news UNLAWFUL POSS. OF MARIJUANA motor vehicle accident. Report taken. FEBRUARY 1 LOCATION: Landon Hall Master Patrol Offi cer Donald Lyke. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY HAZARD SUMMARY: One person judicially referred UNDERAGE POSS. OF ALCOHOL LOCATION: E-Lot KEY for unlawful possession of marijuana. JANUARY 30 LOCATION: Circle Apartments SUMMARY: Caller reported a vehicle ap- Master Patrol Offi cer Donald Lyke. SUMMARY: Three people judicially referred peared to be leaking coolant. Environ- CMC – Cayuga Medical Center HARASSMENT for underage possession of alcohol and fa- mental Health and Safety cleaned cool- CCV – College Code Violation JANUARY 28 LOCATION: Circle Apartments cilitating underage consumption of alcohol. ant spill. Environmental Safety Specialist DWI – Driving while intoxicated SUMMARY: Complainant reported a known Sergeant Terry O’Pray. Mark V. Ross. IFD – Ithaca Fire Department MVA/ PROPERTY DAMAGE person sent harassing instant messages. IPD – Ithaca Police Department LOCATION: Main Campus Road Master Patrol Offi cer Robert Hightchew. FOUND PROPERTY FEBRUARY 3 MVA – Motor vehicle accident SUMMARY: Caller reported a two-car LOCATION: Campus Center RA – Resident assistant motor vehicle accident that occurred FIRE ALARM SUMMARY: Portable radio found ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY HAZARD SASP – Student Auxiliary Safety Patrol earlier this date. Pending investigation. LOCATION: Terraces and turned over to Public Safety. LOCATION: Center For Health Sciences V&T – Vehicle and Transportation Patrol Offi cer Jeffrey Austin. SUMMARY: Fire alarm activation Unknown owner. SUMMARY: Caller reported odor of diesel 12 The Ithacan OPINION Thursday, February 19, 2009

EDITORIALS NEW VISION NEEDS DIRECTION President Tom Rochon summarizes fi ndings from strategic listening sessions but fails to clearly communicate a plan

ith the campus community waiting, President Tom Rochon responded Wquickly to the call for a summary of his strategic visioning listening sessions held last semester. He began presentations early this week by inviting faculty members, and the rest of the col- lege today, to a meeting to discuss his fi ndings. Th is was a crucial moment for Rochon to set the stage in redefi ning Ithaca College’s identity, and he failed to communicate a cohesive plan of action that could be implemented. Instead, he summarized what the members of the community had said and left it open for interpretation. His report of the listening sessions combined the shared needs of both faculty and students. Rochon took some of the similar suggestions, such as mentoring, flexible curriculum and multidisciplinary learning, and created the concept of “integrative curriculum.” According to Rochon, integrative learning encompasses original thinking, measurable outcomes, disci- plinary depth and something called “intentional communities of practice.” Th ese ideas are legitimate suggestions to help establish the campus identity, but Rochon fails to connect the dots. Or, at least, if there is a bigger, YOUR LETTERS more concrete plan in the works, it wasn’t properly communicated. Th is may be why many faculty Dining hall changes for the better RYAN HULING a right and a need to regulate what points members were left confused as to how they could In response to the Jan. 29 Ithacan College Campaign Coordinator, of view IC View publishes, even if the help implement the proposed “integrative curricu- article “Dining halls alter menus,” I www.peta2.com magazine is primarily a marketing tool. lum,” and even more confused about the meaning would like to thank the reporter for Rochon wrote that he will establish an of the new vision. Th e report that came from this discussing the changes taking place in Alum upset by Rochon’s response editorial board to review future IC View week’s sessions was a “framework” for the college’s the Ithaca College dining halls. The As a journalist and graduate of the Roy publications. While Park School student visioning process, according to Rochon. If he is management team at Sodexho is mak- H. Park School of Communications, I was media are not aff ected by this decision, I asking faculty to fi ll in the missing elements, he ing a wise decision to keep up with the extremely disturbed by President Tom am concerned the board’s establishment should give them a clear and straightforward path ever-growing demand for vegetarian Rochon’s response to the article “Final sets dangerous precedent. Rochon must to follow. and vegan options. Word: Th e Violence Must End” written by remember that student journalists learn Rochon did acknowledge that setting out a As students are becoming more Emily McNeill ’08 in IC View. best through experience, even if student plan was not the purpose of the meeting. But it educated about where their food comes Rochon wrote in response that, reporting covers topics deemed unfavor- should have been. Community input is key to from, it’s understandable why they “Th ere are processes for editorial review able by administrators. Th e school and its creating a new mission, but that has already been are voicing their concerns to dining of articles in IC View, and they were not students will be all the better for it. done during the original listening sessions. It services. When students discover that followed in this situation … there is an took months for Rochon to prepare his findings chickens on factory farms often have appropriate way to discuss controversial ROBERT SCHROEDER ’08 for the public, and now it appears it may have their beaks sliced off with hot blades, issues in the alumni magazine … in this been done in haste. or that many cows and pigs are skinned case we failed to do so in a fully balanced LETTER POLICY Rochon and the administration is right to and dismembered while still fully and unbiased manner.” conscious, it’s no surprise that they are I recognize that IC View is published The Ithacan welcomes correspon- continue listening to the campus community. dence from all readers. Please Ideas from the community are important first searching for meat-free alternatives. in the Offi ce of Marketing Communica- include your name, graduation year, steps in identifying weakness in the academic If these kinds of abuses were inflicted tions, and administrators, like Rochon, organizational or college title/posi- process — but that is just the beginning. Faculty, upon cats or dogs, it would result in must balance the marketing needs of the tion and phone number. Letters must staff and students cannot be asked to do their cruelty to animals charges, which is college and its commitment to journal- be 250 words or less. The Ithacan part in implementing the new visioning pro- a felony. istic excellence. But McNeill’s article reserves the right to edit letters for Th ankfully, with dining services rap- was published in a section reserved for length, clarity and taste. All letters cesses if there is no process in place. must be received by 5 p.m. the But the work that needs to be done does not idly expanding the number of delicious op-ed articles, not in the magazine’s Monday before publication. All letters rest solely on the administration. In order for and cruelty-free meals on campus, it’s news departments. She used fact-based must be signed, submitted in writing this process to work, faculty, staff and students never been easier to cut meat out of your reporting to establish her point of view. It and either e-mailed to ithacan@ are reminded that they play an integral role diet for good. is distressing that Rochon believes he has ithaca.edu or delivered to Park 269. in shaping the college’s new mission. Faculty, especially, are encouraged to step up and get in- For an additional guest commentary, go to page 14. volved in the issue. This is a chance for them to be proactive about how their specialities can be most effective and an opportunity to help create a new, more interactive, academic community. It is a model that professors may not be used to but one that they will hopefully embrace. If the administration and the community share ideas, they will be able to create the con- crete foundation needed to build a new college SPEAK YOUR MIND. mission. Though the process may be challenging Write a letter to the editor [email protected] and difficult, it can be a great way for the cam- 250 words or less, e-mailed or dropped off by 5 p.m. Monday in Park 269 pus to work together toward building a stronger academic curriculum — shaped by one clear, cohesive vision.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Faculty react to Rochon’s IC View response

e are disturbed by President Tom Rochon’s response to the Second, we wonder if Rochon consulted any faculty or researched COMMON publication of Emily McNeill’s essay, “Th e Violence Must past situations to get a feel for the culture at the college before writing his CENTS WEnd,” in the current issue of IC View. Noting that, “in her response. Even if he disagreed with the article and Stephens’ decision to story, Emily recounts her experiences this past summer in the West publish it, he could have proposed that a diff erent view be off ered next Bank,” Rochon agreed that educational institutions must “raise the time. Instead, we have an apology from her, which suggests a form of pub- CASEY WICHMAN level of debate around all controversial subjects,” including the Israeli- lic disciplining and which also displaces attention from the central issue: Palestinian confl ict. However, he went on to refer to the essay as a sign censoring any critique of Israeli policies. that, “we failed to do so in a fully balanced and unbiased manner,” and he Lastly, the underlying message of Rochon’s promise of a more explicit Taxing solution: promised “a stronger internal editorial review policy” in the future. Th is editorial regime in the future seems to be that the economic health of the promise, which was followed by an apology from IC View’s editor, Maura college depends on censorship, and that, in this case, the public perception high gas prices Stephens, seems to have been prompted by complaints from some must be that the institution does not challenge offi cial Israeli positions. alumni. However, comments on the Web site actually show support for We are concerned about the chilling eff ect these actions will have on n the current state of economic the essay and for its publication. free expression and inquiry on campus. Moreover, censorship could also turmoil, the drop in gasoline Th ree particular issues concern us. One is the view that McNeill’s ar- discourage applicants and donors who do not view this kind of reaction as Iprices from last summer’s peak ticle needs a corrective balance. Will this principle be applied to all issues, allowing for constructive intellectual and political discourse and debate. has helped console some of our experiences and perspectives presented in the college’s publications? Will We call on Rochon to explain how his response will establish an envi- other fi nancial qualms. In the past the college publish balancing perspectives when discussing racism or sus- ronment that is respectful of alumni who have diff erent perspectives and six months, the price of a gallon of tainability? Or will balancing only be applied when some donors or alumni to explain how he plans to ensure free expression in relation to unpopular good old-fashioned fuel dropped adhere to a particular political doctrine? causes on campus. to a level reminiscent of the ’90s — phew. I wouldn’t want to be ASMA BARLAS Professor of Politics and Director, Center for the ELAINE LEEDER Professor of Sociology and Dean of Social Sciences, forced to fi nd a way to campus that Study of Culture, Race and Ethnicity Sonoma State University (formerly of IC Sociology Department) doesn’t involve natural resources. BETH HARRIS Associate Professor, Department of Politics KATI LUSTYIK Assistant Professor, Department of Television and Radio So, with the national average BARBARA ADAMS Associate Professor, Department of Writing LINDA MCBRIDE Retired Associate Professor, Department of Psychology back under $2 a gallon we can rest MARA ALPER Associate Professor, Department of Television-Radio PAUL MCBRIDE Retired Professor, Department of History assured that our four-wheeled STEWART AUYASH Associate Professor, Department of Health MADHAVI MENON Associate Professor, Department of English, friends will once again be able to Promotion and Physical Education American University (formerly of IC English Department) drink oceans of foreign fuel for MARY BENTLEY Associate Professor, Department of Health MATT MOGEKWU Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Journalism aff ordable prices. Also, with our Promotion and Physical Education STEPHEN MOSHER Professor, Department of Sport Management new president we should be able to JEFF COHEN Park Center for Independent Media Director and Associ- and Media embrace our rejuvenated Ameri- ate Professor, Department of Journalism SHAIANNE OSTERREICH Associate Professor, Department of Economics can identity and regain our absurd WILLARD DAETSCH Professor Emeritus, School of Humanities CATHERINE PENNER Director of Cornell’s Adult University (formerly levels of consumption, because and Sciences Associate Professor of IC Department of Writing) consuming is what we do best. KELLY DIETZ Assistant Professor, Department of Politics REBECCA PLANTE Associate Professor, Department of Sociology Despite this new wave of politi- ZILLAH EISENSTEIN Professor, Department of Politics PATRICIA RODRIGUEZ Assistant Professor, Department of Politics cal optimism, our economy still CHIP GAGNON Associate Professor, Department of Politics GORDON ROWLAND Professor, Park School of Communications sucks. And low gas prices suck CARLA GOLDEN Professor, Department of Psychology TODD SCHACK Assistant Professor, Department of Journalism too. When the price per gallon JONATHAN GIL HARRIS Professor, Department of English, George GEORGE SCHULER Retired Professor, Department of Psychology was soaring above $4, people were Washington University (formerly of IC English Department) TOM SHEVORY Professor and Chair, Department of Politics actually concerned about depen- SANDRA L. HERNDON Professor Emerita, School of Communications MICHAEL SMITH Assistant Professor, Department of History dence on foreign oil because it had NAEEM INAYATULLAH Associate Professor, Department of Politics PEYIBOMI SOYINKA-AIREWELE Associate Professor, Politics a direct eff ect on their wallet. I PAULA IOANIDE Assistant Professor, Center for the Study of Culture, GARRY THOMAS Professor Emeritus, School of Humanities and Sciences watched relatives and roommates Race and Ethnicity FRED WILCOX Associate Professor, Department of Writing tune up their bicycles and talk MARGARET JAMIESON Assistant Professor, Department of Cinema, PATRICIA ZIMMERMANN Professor, Department of Cinema, about selling the gas-guzzling SUV. Photography and Media Arts Photography and Media Arts I hesitate to reference the father of LUKE KELLER Assistant Professor, Department of Physics STEPHEN ZUNES Professor of Politics and Chair of Middle Eastern modern economics, Adam Smith, TOM KERR Associate Professor, Department of Writing Studies, University of San Francisco (formerly of IC Politics Department) but in an economy with individuals acting in their own best interests, an invisible hand could be seen GUEST COMMENTARY consolidating our wasteful prac- tices into more effi cient lifestyles. Th e current surplus of gasoline President clarifi es his reaction to IC View essay provides us with an opportunity to capitalize, literally, on its low ur campus dialogue this week on the price. What if we could attain all “Final Word” essay in IC View is fun- the environmental benefi ts we Odamentally a positive expression of our saw with high gas prices, but not community’s values and commitments. As a new- deposit that money into Exxon’s comer here, it has also been an opportunity for me revenue stream? Ladies and to see those commitments in action. Th is debate gentlemen, I present the Pigovian has strengthened my respect for our ability to learn tax — a tax that would help cover through disagreement. Th at said, I want to clarify the larger social costs of gasoline where I think we agree and where we may not. consumption, including environ- We can agree on the mission and focus of IC mental degradation. At fi rst glance, View. Alumni magazines vary greatly in their a tax on gasoline sounds politically tone and style. Some simply generate warm dangerous, but it makes too much feelings for the alma mater. Others, including IC economic sense to ignore. View, have more substance and depth. We are, We all found that we can and should be, proud of that. survive, albeit desperately, with gas We also agree that our students and alumni pro- prices above $4. In 2007, we con- duce excellent journalism. Emily McNeill’s account sumed about 140 billion gallons of life and death in the West Bank moves seamless- of gasoline. Imagine what a dollar ly between individual narratives and statistics about tax on each gallon could do for our attacks against people and property. Th ough it is economy. Economists speculate an account focused solely on Israeli settler violence President Tom Rochon answers questions about IC View, the budget and strategic visioning Tuesday that a gas tax could help to mitigate against Palestinian homes and families, it is a com- night in the Taughannock Falls meeting room during the Student Government Association meeting. pollution, reduce traffi c, reel in the pelling portrayal of that phenomenon. I am glad it EVAN FALK/THE ITHACAN federal budget defi cit and stimulate was written, and I am glad it was published. One of economic growth. my personal regrets is that my fi rst communication Th e tendency to attribute opinions diff erent Th e source of the pain was not in the article it- Th e good news: Th ere’s a did not make that clear. from one’s own to shadowy forces outside of the self but instead in its placement as the “Final Word” feasible way to improve our envi- We agree that censorship has no place in our college community has been a weakness of this in the IC View. A thoughtful person dealing with ronmental and social welfare while community. When I referred in my statement debate. Th e truth is that the people who were any serious issue knows that there is no such thing lessening our demand on foreign to “a stronger internal editorial review policy,” it hurt by this column are our colleagues among as a fi nal word. Perhaps we can recognize that fact oil. Th e bad news: Have you ever was simply to commit that we will follow consis- the alumni, students, faculty and staff . Th e by renaming the column “Diffi cult Conversations.” tried biking up South Hill? In the tently the editorial policy that has been in place same is true of those who were off ended by my Let’s give an opportunity to student and alumni words of Harvard economist Greg since well before my arrival at Ithaca College. response to the column. On any given issue, and writers to express their thoughts on the important Mankiw don’t expect political Because some students and faculty interpreted certainly in the case of the Middle East confl ict, issues of our day. We know we will not agree on action, “until the American people my comment to mean that I intended to impose there is no unanimity on campus or among those issues, but we can hope that we are able to recognize that while higher gas top-down control, they have spoken up in sup- alumni. If we are going to be serious about the learn from our dialogue. taxes are unattractive, the alterna- port of free speech and open intellectual debate. value of tolerance — and I hope we are — then tives are even worse.” Th at response confi rms our shared commit- we must be far more respectful of the views of PRESIDENT TOM ROCHON can be reached at ments, and I am glad that they have. people who disagree with us. [email protected]. CASEY WICHMAN is a senior economics major. E-mail him at ALL OPINIONS EXPRESSED do not necessarily refl ect those ofThe Ithacan. To write a guest commentary, contact Opinion Editor Lindsey Hollenbaugh at 274-3208. [email protected]. 14 The Ithacan OPINION Thursday, February 19, 2009

GUEST COMMENTARY President’s response to IC View troubling for alumnus journalist

ournalists past and present of Ithaca publication may embrace aspects of journal- College probably shuddered as I did ism, it remains beholden to the marketing Jwhile reading President Tom Rochon’s and fi nancial interests of the college. response to a recent article in the alumni His response illuminates a persistent magazine, IC View. confl ict between independent journalism In “Final Word: Th e versus money-driven marketing and reminds Violence Must End,” Em- us of the fragile sanctity of the Roy H. Park ily McNeill ’08, a friend School of Communications, where top-notch and fellow graduate, student media operate free from the threat of challenged the extremist administrative pressure. violence of Israeli settlers Th e Offi ce of Marketing Communications against Palestinians in the publishes IC View for alumni, parents and West Bank. Her accounts friends of the college. Th ough the magazine’s A Palestinian mother guides her child through the rubble of a building, following an Israeli army sparked heated debate CHRISTOPHER mission statement promises “a candid, ac- operation in Gaza on Feb. 8. The attacks came after Palestinian attacks, according to Israel. among readers on the BAXTER curate, thoughtful and lively view of college EYAD BABA/ASSOCIATED PRESS magazine’s Web site and events and people,” all elements of good undoubtedly throughout the college. journalism, the overall marketing department It remains to be seen how Rochon might around the country. Many hailed McNeill for her “important commits itself to “provide clear and consis- respond to such a controversial situation in To the journalists past and present of the insights” and “thoughtful refl ections” on tent messages in all college communications.” the student media. Even a minor reaction college: It is our job to light a match when we the suff ering of Palestinians, while others From the marketing perspective, Rochon’s could have a major chilling eff ect on young suspect there is more to the darkness than deemed the work “maddening” for not paying response comes as no surprise. Like any journalists, whose education depends on an just the absence of light. And sometimes that equal attention to the plight of the Israelis. chief executive offi cer, he will do what he environment free of anything but an unfet- means giving more airtime or inches to one Everyone stood to benefi t from the ensuing must to protect the fi nancial interests of the tered commitment to the truth. side of an issue, not because it is more im- discussion until the college’s leadership is- college. But his letter also suggests that when Often that truth is hidden from our view, portant or truthful, but because without our sued a disconcerting offi cial response. good journalism interferes with the college’s written off as part of the complexities of the help, it struggles to see the light of day. Rochon’s letter, posted to the magazine’s core marketing plan — that of appeasing world. Yet candid stories such as McNeill’s Web site, promised greater editorial over- wealthy donors, attracting new students and remind us that all too often perspectives are sys- CHRISTOPHER BAXTER ’08 is a suburban reporter sight and more stringent internal reviews avoiding damaging controversy — it will be tematically ignored, suppressed or both — from at The Morning Call newspaper in Allentown, Pa. of content, a stark reminder that while the met with resistance. the college’s view, and from the view of many E-mail him at [email protected].

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A shiftingscene Despite fewer big acts recently, Ithaca continues to be a live music hub

BY IAN HOLLIDAY 1996 and Th e Haunt’s relocation under new Concert Commission’s Web site reads like necessarily to get big names but to consider SENIOR WRITER management in 2000. the greatest hits of the last five decades. which artists are touring that year, whether Go to a show at the ABC Café on any “No venue is known for being a great venue Through the years, musical acts have per- they suit the college’s audience and how Saturday night, and the large crowd will be anymore,” he said. formed at Cornell at the height of their much they would cost both the BOC and the spilling out of the restaurant’s dining room Smalls said the marketing of the State popularity: Joni Mitchell in 1974, The B-52’s ticket-buying public. and into its attached coffee shop. Watch the Theatre as a “performing arts center,” has in 1982, Coolio and The Roots in 1995 and Fields said, in recent years, this last factor artists squeeze themselves into a corner at compounded the problem. He said he thinks Incubus in 2002. has led to a drop in the number of concerts at the front of the room, barely able to move this approach limited the venue’s ability Justine Fields, president of the commis- both Cornell and the college. Some students around their gear. Sip deeply from a chai or to draw big-name acts and made the ones sion, said this history refl ects one of the main said they have noticed a lack of quality shows an imported beer and listen. Tomorrow, it they bring difficult to market to die-hard goals of the group’s concert planning. on the campuses lately, as well. could be a different club, a different band Ithaca concertgoers. “Th e concert commission’s aim is to bring “As far as I know, the Bureau of Concerts and a different drink, but the city and the Still, Smalls fi nds it hard to say the scene these big acts,” she said. “It’s defi nitely to bring hasn’t had any real big ‘gets’ in the time that spirit would remain the same. was ever “bad,” even during its supposed post- the community together — we love seeing our I’ve been here,” said junior Dylan Thomas, a Qualifying Ithaca’s music scene as “good” Peterson lull. ticket sales be high for both students and peo- frequent attendee of concerts in the Ithaca or “bad” is an incredibly subjective exercise. “Th ere have always been great musicians ple from off campus — but it’s also to bring area. “When I was a freshman, [upperclass- What some would consider the city’s mu- here,” he said. “Th e scene still supported itself. the entertainment that isn’t typical of Ithaca, men] would talk about how they used to get sical high point, others could consider a But I think more notoriety is being paid, even to Ithaca.” some bigger bands.” low. Depending on the perception of what to the local musicians, because of the bigger With a smaller student population, Both Trautmann and Fields said concert- makes a good band, a good show or a good names having come to town.” smaller facilities, and a smaller budget than planning groups must be more cautious in venue, people will define the city’s music Historically, Ithaca College and Cornell those of Cornell, Ithaca College is viewed making their selections now than in the scene differently. University have been responsible for bring- by concertgoers as less of a force in local past, in part because of limited budgets. But the one thing most Ithacans can agree ing many of those big names to town. With music. Still, with a show history that in- “To get the big acts that everybody wants on when it comes to live music in Ithaca large on-campus venues like Barton Hall and cludes Bob Dylan twice (in 1989 and 1994), over the years has become much harder, be- is this: While the “quality” has ebbed and Ben Light Gymnasium, and ready-made au- Tori Amos (in 1999) and Ben Folds Five (in cause budgets don’t increase as much as the fl owed over the years, the elements of a great diences of college students, Ithaca’s institu- 2000), the Bureau of Concerts has clearly [artists’] honorariums do,” she said. music scene have always been here. tions of higher education play an important left its mark. Th e colleges and the downtown clubs On Feb. 6, Ithaca College’s Bureau role in the local music scene. Senior Kate Trautmann, executive direc- are far from the only options for live music of Concerts, the Cornell Concert Com- The “past shows” section of the Cornell tor of the BOC, said the group’s goal isn’t in the Ithaca area. ABC Café, Th e Lost Dog mission and local concert promoter Dan Lounge, and Th e Nines, are just a few of the Smalls worked together to bring Canadian many restaurants and bars that host concerts indie band STARS to the State Theatre. In on a regular basis. While these locations an Ithacan article on Jan. 29, Smalls ex- never bring nationally touring acts, Smalls pressed a desire to improve Ithaca’s live said they contribute positively to the overall music scene. music scene. “I want to get this town back on the map, “The more venues, the better,” Smalls where it was when I was in college,” Smalls said. “Everyone should have the opportunity said in the article. “Every band wanted to to play.” play here on every tour.” In some ways, Fields said, these smaller Smalls graduated from Cornell University venues off er the most distinctly Ithaca music in 1992 and lived in Ithaca until 1994. During experience, often featuring local bands, free that time, he worked with John Peterson, who shows and a more intimate connection be- owned Th e Haunt from 1973 to 1996. Smalls tween the audience and the performer than at said Peterson turned Ithaca into a “Mecca” for a larger club. reggae and blues acts such as Buddy Guy, Al- “Th ings like that defi nitely embody the bert Collins and the Wailers. Ithaca music scene and are unique to this “Name any reggae act that ever toured, area,” Fields said. they would come up here in the winter Junior Emma Harris said this intima- and play The Haunt,” Smalls said. “[Peter- cy is one of the things that is common at son] was definitely an impresario and a concerts throughout Ithaca, regardless of person who changed the fabric of music in venue. She said she’s a big fan of live music, this town.” and the connection between artists and au- Pete Panek, host of Blues Progressions, a diences is one of her favorite things about radio show on WICB, and a former booker the Ithaca scene. for Th e Nines, said in its heyday, Th e Haunt Left: Ben Folds of Ben Folds Five performs in April 2000 in Ben Light Gymnasium. The college’s “Th e energy that a lot of bands have when reminded him of blues clubs from his home- Bureau of Concerts said a limited budget has made it diffi cult to bring big acts in recent years. they’re performing is defi nitely something that town of Chicago. FILE PHOTO you can experience up close,” Harris said. “You Panek said he has seen a void in the down- Right: “Captain” Kirk Douglas plays guitar during The Roots’ October 2004 performance on the can feel that coming from the band, because town scene since Peterson’s retirement in Campus Center Quad. The band also performed with Coolio at Cornell University in 1995. there’s such a personal atmosphere.” COURTESY OF ITHACA COLLEGE BUREAU OF CONCERTS ACCENTUATE

16 The Ithacan Thursday, February 19, 2009 HotorNot This week’s hits and misses AFTER HOURS!

Assistant Accent Editor Michelle Skowronek scopes out the best- and worst-dressed diners on Valentine’s Day at Madeline’s Restaurant. Hot Classy Lady She’s that girl at the cozy corner table smiling big at her buff beau. Wearing a high-waisted camel-colored skirt, she graces the restaurant en vogue. Her black cashmere turtleneck is ac- cented by the long silver necklace that dangles like her matching earrings. She owns the place in her round-toe black pumps without even knowing it. With her long tousled waves and barely there makeup it’s obvious she’s not trying too hard. She’s hot. She’s styl- ish. She’s a model that jumped off the Speeches from the speechless pages of Vogue. Senior Crystal Clark performs at the Vagina Monologues on Saturday in Emerson Suites. Clark recited “The Little Coochi Snorcher That Could.” The proceeds from the show went to the VDAY organization, which aims to end violence against women. DAVID KORMAN/THE ITHACAN Lukewarm Wannabe Celebrity With her long dark hair wildly taking over her face, constantly being tugged ‘SINGLE LADIES’ REMIX hohot behind her ears, she is the girl who of the FEATURES FAKE OBAMA looks more suited for a New York City video dates nightclub rather than a swanky Com- week mons restaurant. Wearing a strapless, thursday red satin minidress – emphasis on the Some politically minded YouTubers decided College Students’ Cognitive mini – she draws more attention to her to dress someone up as President Obama Stages, a discussion on how mysterious panty line than her mile- and make a spoof of Beyonce’s “Single students learn and develop, long legs walking in hooker-high heels. Ladies.” Complete with fi nger snapping and will start at 4:30 p.m. at Cornell University in Kennedy The dress would have been perfect up sassy eye rolling, the song says, “There’s nothing to fear / not with these ears / I Hall Room 101. Admission on the catwalk — unfortunately the is free. cobble-stone runway to Mooney’s was can hear the thoughts of any enemy.” The all she had to work with. best part is the dance section. “Obama” decides to break it down in a sharp-cut suit. The dance moves are the same, though the friday Mardi Gras Gone Wild, a video has a little less sass and “oh no you Not dance party featuring three Sweaty Mess didn’t” than the original. local DJs, will start at Sporting matching Adidas workout — Alexandra Palombo 10 p.m. at The Haunt. suits went out of style after Run Admission is $7 with college DMC. This couple, though, must have ID and $10 without. thought the white-on-black stripes Family Carnival, featuring accented their puffy ankle socks games, food and performances and sneakers. Maybe these white by on-campus groups, will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. T-shirts and zip-up jackets would look HILARIOUS SITE GIVES USERS of the SPACE TO SPILL THEIR GUTS in the Fitness Center. cuter at the Fitness Center, but in a Admission is $4 for adults, fancy restaurant, they make a couple blog $3 for children and $15 for a look like they stopped in to use the week group of fi ve at the door. bathroom. Not to mention, fl y-aways People like watching “America’s Funniest springing out of a pink-scrunchie- Home Videos” for one painfully obvious secured ponytail look rather reason — America enjoys watching people saturday unromantic on a date. get hit in the crotch. Fast forward to 2009 Galumpha, a physical dance and enter www.FMyLife.com, where visitors troupe, will perform at 3 p.m. at can watch others take a verbal hit. Sub- The State Theatre. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors missions on the blog range everywhere and $10 for children. from: “Today, my boss fi red me via text Salsa Survival, a dance message. I don’t have a text-messaging lesson from Nikolay and a plan. I paid $0.25 to get fi red.” to “Today, performance by El Rumbon my boyfriend of 2 years sent me a text Latin Band, will start at 9 p.m. message saying, ‘Don’t worry I’m gonna at Oasis. Admission is $8 with break up with her soon. Love you.’” college ID and $10 without. — Evan Falk sunday The History Boys, a play about eight English boys in pursuit of sex, sports and a quoteunquote spot at Oxford, will begin at 2 p.m. at the Cornell I am seeking counseling ... I am committed, Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts. Admission is with God’s help, to emerging [as] a better person.on. $8 to $10. Chris Brown in a public statement Feb. 16 on his altercation with “ girlfriend Rihanna. ” Thursday, February 19, 2009 ACCENT The Ithacan 17 Student musician takes sound to a new level BY NICOLE HARTMANN legally share his work and manipulate it to STAFF WRITER create new music. Knight said he isn’t inter- Th ere is a line that has been created between ested in making money from his music — he music and noise. Music is typically referred to just wants people to be able to listen. as organized sound, and noise is often consid- In naming the tracks, Knight said he tries ered unwanted. Sophomore Chris Knight is to make them refl ective of the larger idea of trying to tie the two together as one. each song. “What I’m trying to do is ... allow for a more “I may as well call my songs ‘song one,’ ‘song open perception of what is and isn’t music, two,’ “song three,’ etc.,” he said. “But assigning what is and isn’t art,” Knight said. “I’m trying a few words to a song makes it a lot easier to to bridge the gap between what’s considered distinguish one song from another song.” noise and what’s considered music.” Knight collaborated with a musically inclined Knight, a television-radio major, uses stat- friend, junior Greg “Charlieboy” Miller, to create ic noises, layered echoing and tranquil, airy a serene yet chaotic track “Something that was sounds to create ambient music. He produced Always Nothing” in December. Th e musicians a full-length album never once sat down together to collaborate “Th e Digital City,” in face-to-face. Miller sent Knight his portion over October and recently Listen to Chris the Internet, and Knight arranged them with his released a new track, Knight’s music at own to create the whole. “Forgive Me, Phillip.” theithacan.org/ “He was the binding agent in this sand- go/09knight. Knight said he believes wich that is the fi nal product,” Miller said. “I any sound can be music — it is just a matter of provided him with a couple of strings, and he how the listener interprets it. came up with a tapestry.” Knight initially began experimenting with Knight will play his fi rst live show at 9 p.m. sound a year and a half ago, which evolved into Saturday at ABC Café, opening for Zs and the ambient music he creates now. Ambient American Sphinx for an $8 cover. He secured music often fl ows between the conscious and a spot in the lineup through Ithaca Under- subconscious and is often used as background ground, a local concert planning group. Its music and for meditation. Th e genre focuses founder, Bubba Crumine, said the group aims more on the sound being produced than on the to support young artists like Knight. notes themselves. Knight uses snippets of sound “We have been focused mainly on keeping from other songs and digitally rearranges them the shows all-ages because the younger musi- to create his original music — similar to the ap- cian scene is thriving, and they need a place to proach electronica musicians rely on. play,” Crumine said. To generate his strikingly strange yet ap- Th e show will mark the transition of Knight’s pealing songs, Knight uses his laptop as a music from the Internet to the stage, where he musical instrument using the music program will deliver tracks from “Th e Digital City” to a Ableton Live. He said sometimes he fi nishes live audience for the fi rst time. He has a set of the arrangement of a song in one sitting, but sound eff ects he plans to use, but he will impro- other times the process can take up to a few Sophomore television-radio major Chris Knight creates ambient music using his laptop, keyboard vise them during the performance. weeks. Th e album took about three months and nanopad, a controller used to make digital music, Monday in his dorm room in East Tower. “Th e ultimate goal is to have my audience to complete. LAUREN DECICCA/THE ITHACAN swimming in an ocean of sound that doesn’t “Th ere are a lot of people who just sit on resemble the source at all,” Knight said. their laptop and push one button, but I feel like Knight credits his musical ear to his up- to listen more closely to the sound and instru- a laptop can be like any other musical instru- bringing. He said his father, a classically mentation in music — rather than lyrics and Knight’s music is available for download at ment,” Knight said. “You can’t pick up a clari- trained musician, introduced him to instru- notes — from a young age. www.myspace.com/ckthedigitalcity. For more net and make a beautiful song just like that, mental music with no lyrics and operas in dif- He releases his music under the Creative information about Ithaca Underground, go to and you can’t do that with a laptop either.” ferent languages. He said this has driven him Commons License, which allows listeners to www.ithacaunderground.blogspot.com. Fantasies in fl ight Set of French operas will deliver unconventional fantasy experience

BY MONICA WATSON a time,’” reads the supertitle dur- STAFF WRITER ing the overture of “Cendrillon,” Ominous trees loom several feet which presents the age-old story above a young boy. A blithe night- of Cinderella with a few twists. Se- ingale fl oats gracefully around the nior Kristen Gobetz plays Marie, stage. A bat sweeps forth menac- a sheltered girl who is treated like ingly with wings spread wide. Th e a servant by her family. Though trees march forward, exclaiming, Marie’s story will be familiar to “Wicked child!” Even upon stilts, the most audience members, there are actors playing the trees move fl uidly, a few slight differences. For exam- while the fl ying actresses playing the ple, instead of an evil stepmother, bat and nightingale sing powerfully the villain is a stepfather, played despite the constricting harnesses by junior Thomas Lehman. they wear. Without the traditional full or- Th is is “L’Enfant et les Sortilèg- chestra, elaborate costumes and es,” one of two fairy tales opening grand scenery that operas are From left, senior John Stanton, junior Thomas Lehman and sophomore Michael Wessells haunt senior Mallory Berlin Feb. 19 to kick off Ithaca College known for, “Cendrillon” is stripped in the singing forest in “L’Enfant et les Sortilèges,” one of two operas to be performed by Ithaca College Theatre. Th eater’s spring season. Pauline down and organic. Gobetz said the COURTESY OF ITHACA COLLEGE THEATRE Verdot’s “Cendrillon” and Maurice minimalist production of “Cendril- Ravel’s “L’Enfant et les Sortilèges” lon” allows the audience to connect after only one week of rehearsals. mother sends him to his room, ent styles,” she said. “[For example] are two one-act operas separated to the characters. He said actresses had to learn dif- L’Enfant proceeds to torment the the Chinese teacup sings in this fake by an intermission. While both fairy “It acts as a contrast to the oth- ferent techniques for breathing clock, books and china that clutter Chinese style. It’s really cool to see tales celebrate 20th century French er opera in that it’s very focused and singing while in fl ight, because his room. the dynamics of all the characters opera, they create two diff erent on the characters, their point of of the way the harnesses constrict Th e objects come to life in a interacting with my character.” worlds for the audience. views and what’s going on inside of the diaphragm. fury, seeking revenge on the child. The operas bring together the Th e songs in “Cendrillon” are their heads and in their world,” she “I have to breathe higher,” said Th e costumes and set are purpose- age-old tale of Cinderella and the sung in French but the speaking said. “[It’s] less focused on other senior Sara Mowery, who plays La fully large and elaborate to allow lesser-known story of L’Enfant to parts are performed in English, theatrical counterparts like props Chauve-Souris, the bat. “I can’t con- the audience to see everything from create a magical experience for while all of the songs and dialogue and costumes.” nect to my lower body and ground a child’s perspective, in which the the audience. in “L’Enfant” are in French, a cre- Unlike “Cendrillon,” “L’Enfant et myself either because I’m dangling world is large, magical and some- ative decision by director David les Sortilèges” (“Th e Child and the in the air.” times frightening. “L’Enfant et les Sortilèges” and Lefkowich, a lecturer at the college, Wild” in English) is an elaborate op- L’Enfant, the main character Berlin said the musical variety “Cendrillon” will be performed at and the cast. Both operas use super- era with men on stilts, fl ying char- played by senior Mallory Berlin, of the opera is an aspect she finds 8 p.m. today, Saturday, Wednesday titles, English translations that are acters and more than 100 costume is a bratty 7-year-old boy who interesting. and Feb. 27, with a matinee off ered at broadcast above the stage. changes. Lefkowich said actors be- takes advantage of the people “Th e great thing about Ravel, 2 p.m. Sunday in Hoerner Th eatre in “It all starts with a ‘once upon gan to move comfortably on stilts and objects around him. After his who wrote the opera, [is] the diff er- Dillingham Center. 18 The Ithacan ACCENT Thursday, February 19, 2009 Ancient idea of Eden rediscovered through art

BY WHITNEY FABER postmodern neurotic [a style of art STAFF WRITER that explores psychological neurosis] Warming sunlight fl ows over to really old, beautiful images.” growing green earth, and the lus- Combining the beauty of nature cious grass drinks in the light in an with the brutality of war, Vietnamese- untouched world. Graceful vines in- American artist Bin Danh’s pieces are tertwine across the trees, creating pro- photographs of U.S. soldiers and Viet- tection and comfort. Th e light blue sky namese children printed onto leaves. shines cloudless, casting its unrivaled From a distance, they are simply dried beauty over the wonderfully perfect leaves set within black frames. Up land — Eden. close, the faint images are visible on the Th is is a series of photographs body of the plant. On one leaf, soldiers exploring the complex idea of bibli- crouch down to talk to a Vietnamese cal Eden. Featuring more than 150 boy, clutching their guns close. In an- photographs by 37 artists, the exhibit other, a Vietnamese man looks sadly displays the artists’ own philosophies at the ground. His hardened features of nature and perfection. fade into the leaf’s veins. Th e exhibit was organized in 2006 Carolyn Belle, an Ithaca resident and shown for the fi rst time by the and second grade teacher, said she was George Eastman House, a nonprofi t particularly interested in the leaf prints museum of photography and motion for the artist’s original use of photogra- pictures in Rochester, N.Y. Since its phy to express his ideas. Belle said this inception, “Picturing Eden” has been innovation was what made the exhibit critically acclaimed by ARTNews so interesting. and Oprah magazines for its diver- “A photograph doesn’t [have to] re- sity in technical style, from digitally fl ect a physical reality,” she said. “And enhanced to traditional prints. It has so that is where altering images and since been traveling to private muse- pictures intermix. It’s mystic reality ums around the world. Jerry Gould looks at a painting Friday at the “Picturing Eden” art exhibit at Cornell University. Artwork included pictures but not physical reality.” Frank Robinson, director of the of gardens, fl owers, vegetation and wildlife. The exhibit focuses on the natural beauty in and outside of Ithaca. Cornell senior Steve Cascante said Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, DAVID KORMAN/THE ITHACAN he was most intrigued by the ideas said he was excited about the exhib- behind the photographs and how the it’s exploration of such a mysterious real beauty and perfection is?” artist Ruud van Empel’s work cre- Carla Stetson, assistant professor artists were able to use the photo- idea. “Picturing Eden” allows people With many cultural perspectives ates a hyper-reality. His seven-picture of art at Ithaca College, said she was graphic medium so well and in such to question the traditions that often — as the exhibit houses works by series is made of pieces of diff erent most intrigued by the intensity of the innovative ways. accompany the myths and realities of artists from six diff erent countries — photographs digitally placed together images and the assortment — not only “Th ey’re all kind of surreal,” Cas- paradise, he said. “Picturing Eden” off ers a wide range of to create one intensely vivid image. in subject and concept but also in the cante said. “You can’t grasp them “Th e exhibit asks, ‘What is Eden inventive styles, including Ilfofl ex, pig- In the fi rst photograph, a young girl creative digital enhancements. like you would a normal photograph, all about?’” Robinson said. “And the ment and gelatin silver prints. Most stands among a mass of lime green “I like the combination of the sur- but you can’t really grasp the idea of idea of paradise and its sheer beauty, notably, it includes works in which the leaves. Her stark white dress fl ows real and the traditional landscape, the Eden [either].” and of beauty lost, as well. What is artist creates his or her own sense of over her dark skin and a slight smile old and the new,” Stetson said. “It’s re- the meaning of real beauty? Is it just reality with surreal images. shines within her brown eyes. A lav- ally fascinating to see all of the diff er- “Picturing Eden” runs through skin deep? Is it nature? Is it child- For example, on the left wall of the ender fl ower to her left is a single spot ent processes. It has a lot of everything March 5 at Cornell University’s hood? Is it fl owers? Who knows what exhibit, the vibrant colors of Dutch of color among a sea of green. — diff erent histories and styles, from Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art. Thursday, February 19, 2009 ACCENT The Ithacan 19 Worldly experience crafts smooth tunes

With his intense guitar playing ues, venues that support indepen- and refl ective lyrics, singer/song- dent music and original music and writer Jann Klose has created a buzz that attract that kind of audience about himself in the Ithaca com- for that music. As far as the scene munity, especially since he moved is concerned, I get this feeling for here. His alternative acoustic style Ithaca that it has a very vibrant has been likened to John Mayer, but music scene, that there are a lot of the stories his songs tell are all his talented musicians [that] play here. own. Staff writer Alexandra Palom- Th is is only my second show here, bo spoke to Klose about the details and I’m still getting to know it. on his upcoming show Feb. 21 at the Lost Dog Café. AP: I saw on your biography that you were born in Germany, lived in Alexandra Palombo: What made Kenya, South Africa and Cleveland. you want to come to Ithaca to play? Of the places you lived, which was your favorite? Jann Klose: I have a home here now, that’s one part. And the other JK: Probably New York City. is that I play in this region pretty regularly, so I sort of spend my time AP: What about New York City between New York City, Ithaca and makes it feel so homey to you? Why Jann Klose performs one of his original songs at his CD release party in January 2008 at the Rockwood Music Hall in the road. So it’s kind of my other do you like it so much? New York City. His tour started in Los Angeles and will travel along the East Coast until he ends in New York City. hometown now. COURTESY OF LEIGHTON MEDIA JK: Because it is so multicultural, AP: I saw there’s a song on the al- and that’s something I’ve always in 2000. I made my fi rst two CDs love that woman. I was listening to a sang something I wrote, that would bum called Ithaca. What in the town been drawn to. Probably because there, while I was in school. [But] record she did called “Like Th is,” and be awesome. infl uenced you to write that song? I’ve traveled so much. Th ere’s some- I was always making up stuff ever I love that record. When I listen to thing about New York that just … since I was little. I’ve always been music, it really has to grab me. I like AP: If you had any advice for up-and- JK: Th e weather. It was one of those maybe it’s the aggressiveness, may- that little kid that had a tape player to listen to Anthony Johnson, Sufj an coming singers, what advice would snowy, very cold days, and Ithaca be it’s that your survival skills really wherever he went and would re- Stevens, people like that. you give to them about starting out? has this quality of being very beau- get tested living there, if you can get cord whatever ideas and record tiful in every season — that’s my through the fi rst year of living there, myself thinking. I’ve always been AP: If you could pick anyone in the JK: If you work hard enough, that’s feeling. So the melody came to me you can kind of say that you dealt interested in sort of refl ecting. world to cover one of your songs, who what’s going to separate you from the one of those days where I was walk- with a lot. would you pick and why? rest. It’s very simple, but it requires ing outside and it was very cold ... AP: What kind of music do you like a lot of persistence and resiliency. it’s very much a mood song. AP: When did you start writing and to listen to? JK: K.D. Lang. I would love to have Sometimes you don’t get the answer playing music? her sing something because I love you want, but that doesn’t mean that AP: Is there anything about the music JK: I just got a new car that has a CD just listening to her — she’s another you’re not good enough. Th at’s one scene here that inspires you? JK: I would say really pursuing it player. I grabbed a lot of CDs that I one whose singing I’m just in awe thing I struggled with in the past. in college, when I lived in Cleve- hadn’t listened to for a while. And I of. She’s such a great musician and Don’t let it get to you. Don’t take it JK: We really hunt for good ven- land before I moved to New York was listening to Rickie Lee Jones. I has such a beautiful voice. If she too seriously. 20 The Ithacan ACCENT Thursday, February 19, 2009 single Superhuman action fi lm pushes too hard Tracks we’ve BY STEVEN TERREZZA got on repeat STAFF WRITER file It seems like every couple of ‘DEAD AND GONE’ months another science-fi ction T.I. featuring Justin Timberlake thriller throws itself at viewers with This track off T.I.’s latest album high-blazing action, chaotic pacing “Paper Trail” combines the smooth and desperately trying-too-hard voice of Justin Timberlake and the acting. “Push,” however, might have heartfelt lyrics of the Atlanta rapper. one saving grace — a mostly grown- ‘IF U LEAVE’ up Dakota Fanning. With her short Musiq Soulchild featuring skirt, black blazer and pink high- Mary J. Blige lighted hair, she graces the silver Musiq Soulchild brings the real-life struggles every couple has with his screen with fi ery acting. collaboration with the ultimate R&B Th e basic plot focuses on the queen Mary J. Blige. telekinetic “mover” Nick Gant (Chris Evans), an ‘LOVE HURTS’ American expatri- FILM Incubus ate who resorts to This bold song from the metal-rock REVIEW band gives lead singer Brandon gambling in the “Push” Boyd a more conversational style of slums of Hong Summit singing over the heavy guitar track. Kong in order to Entertain- ment live. Soon enough, Our rating: COMPILED BY MICHELLE SKOWRONEK 13-year-old Cassie ★★½ Holmes (Fanning), who is a “watcher,” an individual Accent’s Oldie But Goodie who has the power of clairvoyance, From left, Nick (Chris Evans) and Cassie (Dakota Fanning) wander through the Hong Kong streets looking for Kira thrusts herself into Nick’s life and Hudson (Camilla Belle), the “pusher.” The two search for Kira in hopes of protecting her and other “special” breeds. ‘WALK THIS WAY’ (1987) recruits him to help her. Both end COURTESY OF SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT Aerosmith featuring Run DMC up in pursuit of Kira Hudson (Ca- This ultimate rock-out song is a milla Belle), a “pusher” who has the Kira and the suitcase at all costs, to skip story explanation after the them, and they blankly stare; an older guaranteed headbanger at any party. uncanny ability to push thoughts not only from the Division, but also fi rst 10 minutes and focus entirely woman sniff s out a clue for them, and The combination of rock and rap has and memories in someone’s mind from a Hong Kong crime gang. To on the fascinating psychic action. they blankly stare again. Most of the never sounded better. and a mysterious suitcase, which create even more of a standard af- Fanning is as perfect as ever in characters do not add much in terms —MICHELLE SKOWRONEK contains a drug that Kira has stolen. fair, Nick and Kira dated a few years the film. From her first appear- of actual personality. Kira is on the run from the Division, earlier but are now at odds with ance to her last, she brings her With tight editing and slick style, a United States government agency each other. no-nonsense acting and tough at- “Push” brings another science- that tries to use this special drug to At times, “Push” feels like last titude to the screen. One major fi ction freak show to the front of quickies enhance the ability of any psychic it year’s “Jumper” version 1.5, a for- standout segment from the movie the circus. Th e fi lm’s distorted and can get its hands on. mulaic story lost in the fl ashy, is when her character decides al- textured visual style and its vibe of Th e drug, however, normally overzealous action segments that cohol will strengthen her glimps- bizarre decadence make it the fi rst kills any superhuman, but Kira dazzle viewers. One major dif- es of the future. Fanning plays the fun, yet fl awed, action movie of proved herself to be the exception. ference between the two is that part of a perfect, “let’s get crazy” 2009. Unfortunately, that is because Nick and Cassie must band togeth- “Push” works with as little use of drunk who nags at the other char- it is so far the only action movie of er with other ragtag superhumans, computer-generated imagery as acters while they blankly stare at 2009; pretty soon, it will be pushed whose powers include the ability to possible. Th e plot is so convoluted her in shock. aside for far better fare. sniff out others like bloodhounds that viewers wait in pain until the Actually, the other characters and cloak someone in the shadows. next action segment begins. Th e seemed to be blankly staring through- “Push” was written by David Bour- Th e group must fi nd and protect producers probably had the idea out the movie. A man tries to shoot at la and directed by Paul McGuigan. COURTESY OF UNIVERSAL REPUBLIC “LOVE, SAVE THE EMPTY” Erin McCarley Universal Republic Erin McCarley’s debut album takes Comical tunes take over airwaves her experience singing in a country band, mixes up the genres and bring a new sound to her songs. ‘Incredibad’ combines goofy lyrics with originality

BY ALEXANDRA PALOMBO life. It features T-Pain’s signature electronic STAFF WRITER voice and sounds remarkably like Lil’ Wayne’s Every school has an Andy Samberg. He sits “Got Money.” Th e Lonely Island also makes its in the back of the class talking about his un- own dance-rap entry with country-club bash- productive weekends, goofs off in front of a hot ing “Boombox,” and with “Natalie’s Rap,” a track girl and jokingly slaps his friends around. Un- where Natalie Portman takes aim at her Star like the average class clown, however, Samberg Wars fans and her good-girl image, which fi rst gets to put his comic masterpieces on national appeared on SNL in 2006. Th e best song on the television every week in Saturday Night Live’s album is “Santana DVX,” which takes a shot at Digital Shorts. Th e men the Cristal-drinkers of the industry by bragging COURTESY OF EPIC COURTESY OF RAZOR & TIE of the Lonely Island — ALBUM about Santana’s cheap sparkling wine. “Santana Samberg and SNL writer REVIEW DVX” is to Th e Lonely Island what “Brass Mon- “WAY TO NORMAL: STEMS friends Akiva Schaff er and The Lonely Island key” is to the Beastie Boys, a signature drink AND SEEDS” “Incredibad” Ben Folds Kidz tarnish pop music Jorma Taccone — have that turned into a signature song. With backing elevated this juvenile be- Republic by E-40 and a trippy synth line, the song sounds Epic Our rating: Ben Folds re-released this album to BY ANDY SWIFT havior into a full-fl edged ★★★ like a drunken Friday night at a frat house. please some of his fans that prefer ONLINE MEDIA EDITOR phenomenon with their The CD is basically a comedy rap release something quieter. The second disc imports fi les into Garage Band for At this point, it is a known fact: Kidz Bop al- fi rst album, “Incredibad.” with slick hip-hop backbeats masking the listeners to manipulate. bums are awesome — not because the music is Even though their most famous song is stupid subject matter. But for the group’s pleasing or even slightly substantial, but because of “D*** in a Box,” the CD starts with “Who creativity, the CD is worth a listen. It’s not the sheer enjoyment one gets from hearing naugh- Said We’re Wack?,” a track that lays out a every album that artists write songs about ty adult lyrics watered down geek bravado that sustains through the al- alternative Christmas gifts involving gift into kid-friendly sing-alongs. ALBUM bum. They brag about sneaking food into boxes and appendages. Such is the case with “Kidz REVIEW the theater and going to see the “Chronicles Bop, Vol. 15” which fi nds the me- Kidz Bop Kids of Narnia” on “Lazy Sunday,” with guest rap- lodic munchkins covering more “Kidz Bop ping from fellow SNL-er Chris Parnell. The of today’s biggest hits, from the Vol. 15” group plays up its simplemindedness as they Razor & Tie Jonas Brothers’ “Burnin’ Up” to a go wild for the “crazy delicious” candy it’s Our rating: noticeably Lil’ Wayne-less “Let it ★½ eating and is psyched to be “transported to a COURTESY OF MATADOR Rock” by Kevin Rudolf. dream world of magic.” The song sounds like “GET GUILTY” As always, the Kidz Bop Kids are never short a classic ’80s rap track, from the heavy bass A.C. Newman on cheer. In fact, their rendition of Pink’s “So intro to the gunshots at the end. The crazy Matador What” is bursting with so many smiles that the lyrics continue through the end of the CD The lead singer for The New original lyrics, about the identity struggle one on the nerdiest track, “Space Olympics,” a Pornographers is back for his second solo album. “Get Guilty” goes through after a painful divorce, go in one faux-motivational techno song talking about features all of the upbeat and ear and out the other. “hosting a sporting event in space.” quirky songs The New Pornogra- To their credit, the Kids have managed to craft Th ey also take time to lampoon the rap phers are acclaimed for, but with an original sound, one that sets them apart from genre with tracks like “I’m On A Boat,” where more vocals. their competitors. Now all they have to do is to the boys and T-Pain rap wearing “nautical- COMPILED BY HALEY DAVIS make it less annoying. themed pashmina afghans” and living the good COURTESY OF REPUBLIC Thursday, February 19, 2009 ACCENT The Ithacan 21 TICKET Action movie takes backseat in originality  STUB  ‘Taken’ struggles with nondescriptive plot and wildly energetic chase scenes VALID FRIDAY THROUGH THURSDAY BY JAMES HASSON CINEMAPOLIS CONTRIBUTING WRITER The Commons 277–6115 “Taken” is a movie that teaches teenagers to never travel overseas MILK ★★★★ without supervision and warns 7:15 p.m. and viewers to never kidnap a secret Weekends 2:15 p.m. agent’s daughter unless they want Wednesday matinee 5 p.m. to end up in a body bag. Th e beginning of “Taken” plays LET THE RIGHT ONE IN out much like a family-based 9:35 p.m. and drama. It starts out with a retired Weekends 4:35 p.m. Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) trying to connect with his daughter Kim SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE ★★★★ (Maggie Grace) but is interrupted 7:15 and 9:35 p.m. and by Bryan’s ex-wife Lenore (Famke Weekends 2:15 and 4:35 p.m. Janssen). Lenore protects Kim from Wednesday matinee 5 p.m. Bryan just as much as Bryan pro- tects his daughter FALL CREEK from just about FILM PICTURES everything else. It 1201 N. Tioga St. 272–1256 doesn’t help that REVIEW “Taken” OSCAR NOMINATED SHORTS: he used to be a Twentieth secret agent. Th e Century Fox LIVE ACTION story takes a pre- Our rating: Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) is caught in a dangerous gun fi ght with the vicious gang that kidnapped his daughter in 7:15 and 9:35 p.m. dictable turn for ★★½ Paris. Bryan uses his previous experience as a secret agent to help him in his pursuit to fi nd his missing daughter. Mon., Tues., Wed., Thu. the worse when COURTESY OF TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX Kim is kidnapped while traveling in OSCAR NOMINATED SHORTS: Paris with her best friend. Bryan is not supernatural or gifted enough persona, enough screen to eat or sleep at all during the 96 ANIMATIONS Bryan, feeling guilty for letting with special powers, he is just really time or enough time to live to con- hours he has to save his daughter. 7:15 and 9:35 p.m. Kim go in the fi rst place, puts his re- good at his job. “Taken” is entertain- test with Neeson’s performance. At But Bryan does have a soul. Viewers Fri., Sat., Sun. and tired skills as a secret agent back into ing, but it does not distinguish itself 6 feet 4 inches with his deep, thickly can see in Neeson’s composure and Weekends 2:15 and 4:35 p.m. practice without wasting time for from the other movies it emulates. accented voice, Neeson always em- intimidating stare that he is boiling tears or panicked thinking. He issues Th e one main issue about the anates a powerful charisma in the with furious emotion that drives his REVOLUTIONARY ROAD ★★★ a single threat over the phone to the action is that the camera gets shaky movies he stars in. character throughout the movie. 7:15 and 9:35 p.m. and gang members who abducted Kim during the fi ght sequences. Th is is Neeson is revisiting a familiar True to the genre, “Taken” is Weekends 2:15 and 4:35 p.m. and then immediately proceeds to fol- not a result of unprofessional cam- role in “Taken” — playing the father one-dimensional. Neeson’s per- low the hair-thin trail to his daughter erawork, but is more likely a fi lm- fi gure, like he has in past roles as formance, though good, is not Os- THE READER ★★★ that inevitably leads him to Paris. ing technique used make the viewer Qui-Gon Jinn from “Star Wars: the car-worthy, and most of the other 7:15 and 9:35 p.m. and Th e movie off ers high-octane feel more involved in the movie. For Phantom Menace” and Henri Du- characters do not leave much of a Weekends 2:15 and 4:35 p.m. gunfi ghts, car chases and hand-to- those who can keep up with them, card in “Batman Begins.” Th is char- mark, either. Th e only aspect of the hand combat sequences similar to the camera’s jerky movements can acter persona works well for him in movie that stands out is its dark de- REGAL STADIUM 14 other big-budget secret agent mov- paint the illusion that the viewer is this fi lm, and his role as a protective piction of the slave traffi cking and Pyramid Mall 266-7960 ies such as “Th e Bourne Identity” dropped right in the middle of the father makes him more threatening prostitution business. Almost like and “Casino Royale.” Th e fi ghts and chaos. But for the most part it makes and courageous as he goes to great a public service announcement, CONFESSIONS OF A SHOPAHOLIC car chases strike a delicate balance it hard to keep track of what is going lengths and crosses all lines to save “Taken” pulls no punches in paint- 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4:40 p.m., between being extraordinary and on as the camera shifts from a bad his daughter. ing a disgusting and cruel picture of 7:30 p.m., 10:10 p.m. believable. Like a deadly dervish, guy to Neeson and instantaneously He also does a great job of play- this shameful business. But as far as Neeson fl ies across the screen elimi- back to a dead bad guy. Other than ing a character who works with action movies go, “Taken” is worth CORALINE ★★★½ nating opponent after opponent that, “Taken’s” sequences are well- composed and controlled anger. Like seeing, but probably only once. 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 9 p.m. swiftly and effi ciently with complex choreographed and -fi lmed. a machine, he remains completely martial arts moves and keen, dead- Th roughout the movie, the spot- calm, stoic, focused and extremely “Taken” was written by Luc FIRED UP on shooting. Yet there are no ridicu- light is focused on Neeson’s charac- professional during his mission. Besson and Robert Mark Kamen, 11:50 a.m., 2:50 p.m., 5:50 p.m., lous or miraculous stunts pulled here. ter; no other character has a strong Amazingly, he doesn’t seem to need and directed by Pierre Morel. 8:10 p.m., 11:10 p.m.

FRIDAY THE 13TH 12 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 4:50 p.m., 5:20 p.m., 7:50 p.m., 8:20 p.m., Diet book restates helpful advice 10:30 p.m., 11 p.m.

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BY DAVE URAM ally helped him out a lot, and his Edwards has requires hard work and Th is attitude and mentality has “His leadership skills are displayed STAFF WRITER confi dence gets better every match.” motivation. Aside from a strong off - been inspirational to Edwards’ team- every day.” Senior Scott Edwards has not Edwards started off the season season training program, he said his mates. It is part of the reason why they Gregory had been able to relate been traveling with Lady Luck dur- behind junior John Dale on the 165- family, including high school sweet- voted him the lone team captain as a to Edwards this season as the 125- ing his fi rst three years at Ithaca Col- pound depth chart. However, Dale heart turned fi ancé, is his most im- junior last season, even though the pound All-American junior is going lege. As a matter of fact, his journey hurt his back earlier in the season and portant driving force. team had a senior transfer student. through a similar ordeal to what Ed- is quite the opposite. since the Dec. 13 dual meet at SUNY- “Th ey’ve been behind me 100 Th ough he has sat out for a large wards went through last year. It is safe to say that Edwards’ ca- Oswego, the senior tri-captain has percent with nothing but support,” portion of his career, his style of Gregory has three herniated reer, which secured the top spot. Edwards said. “Th ey’ve always been wrestling can be compared to the disks, just like Edwards had in prior to this “Scottie’s been a real nice sur- there at my highs. Th ey’ve always approach of a crafty veteran. his junior year. Gregory said his season was Watch a video with prise,” Nichols said. “He’s really im- been there to pick me up on my lows, While Edwards does occasional- teammate has been there for him all in the 157- senior Scott Edwards proved a lot, and we haven’t missed and it’s not just my parents. ... I’m very ly break out the off ensive moves, he while he tries to battle back from at theithacan.org/ pound class, a beat with him in there. We’re very close with my whole family, and that’s considers himself a “defensive wres- the injury. go/09edwards. has been like happy with what he’s doing and ex- the most important thing in my life.” tler.” Th is means he is methodical “He’s been particularly helpful driving on a heavily commuted free- pect him to do great things at the Wayne Edwards said he has pro- and waits for his opponent to make with me, helping me get through my way with potholes every 50 feet. It has conference tournament and the na- vided constant support for his son, a mistake. Th is makes it particularly injury because he knows what it’s been a rough ride, to say the least. tionals here in the next two events.” especially when he was upset about challenging to score against him. like,” Gregory said. His freshman season was com- Th roughout all of his trials and not being able to wrestle. Th at strategy has paid off this Without Edwards next season, pletely wiped out because of a torn tribulations, Edwards has proven he is “We tried to be with him all the season as he is 15–9 overall and 9–3 Gregory said there will be a major labrum of the shoulder. His sopho- a tough breed of athlete. He has per- way through it, from his surgeries in dual meets, with two technical hole for the team to fi ll. Th ough he more season was jagged as he went sisted through injuries that could have through his rehab,” he said. “Just falls and one major decision. has one year of eligibility left be- 9–19 overall. And last year, after ended his career and has risen to be a when he needed somebody to talk Tri-captain Jon Gregory calls Ed- cause he red-shirted freshman year, going 4–2 in the Ithaca Invitation- team captain in his senior season. to when he was down. He went wards the glue that keeps the team fi nancial reasons and graduation in al, the fi rst event of the season, he Edwards’ father, Wayne, said through some real tough times with together and said he is the team’s May mean this will be Edwards’ suff ered three herniated disks in his his son’s determination has im- his rehab. … So there were times father fi gure. last year wrestling in Ithaca’s blue neck, once again ending his season. pressed him and is inspiring to where he just wanted to call and “If anybody has a problem, they and gold. However, Edwards, who now watch as a parent. talk, and sometimes it was just a always go to Scott fi rst,” he said. “Th ere’s defi nitely going to be a wrestles in the 165-pound class, has “If he was younger and he was matter of being there void,” Gregory said. “You can’t re- driven past those obstacles and is on still in high school, I would have for him.” ally replace a Scott Edwards. He’s the quest toward a National Cham- never signed the authorization form so experienced. He’s been pionship and All-American status. for him to keep going,” he said. “Af- around the block.” “He’s just starting to fi gure out ter so many injuries, you say enough the technique and the strategies is enough, but it was something that we’re trying to teach him here, he really wanted to do, and he and he’s really applying them,” Head fought through it.” Coach Marty Nichols said. “It’s re- Battling to the top the way

From left, senior Scott Edwards, his father Wayne Ed- wards, mother Carol Edwards, and brothers David and Michael Edwards pose in a family photograph. Scott Edwards credits his family as being his biggest inspiration. COURTESY OF SCOTT EDWARDS 26 The Ithacan SPORTS Thursday, February 19, 2009 Squad’s six seniors recognized for contributions

BY CORY FRANCER win on senior night.” SPORTS EDITOR Leahy said one of his best memories with It was a special moment in a special sea- the team and with this group of seniors was son as the men’s basketball team’s six se- last season’s trip to Daytona Beach, Fla., to niors stood at half court during a ceremony play in the Land of Magic Classic. Though honoring them before Saturday’s 71–61 win the Bombers went 1–1 in Florida, Leahy over St. John Fisher College. said spending the time traveling with his The group is as diverse as any group of teammates is something he will never for- six basketball players could be. There is the get about his time on the team. 5-foot-9-inch point guard. A second-year The group has become so close during captain, Sean Burton has risen to the top the past four seasons that they bring that of nearly every statistical category at the camaraderie off the court. Burton and Rog- college, and with his signature high arc- ers even share a house. ing three-point shots, he could have the “It’s a special bunch because we’re all so three-point lines in Ben Light Gymnasium close and have been for the last four years,” renamed the Burton lines. Burton said. “It means a lot to play with Th en, there is the 6-foot-5-inch center. Th e each other for this long.” most electrifying one of the bunch, Jeff Bostic, Head Coach Jim Mullins said when is Ithaca’s all-time leader in shot blocks and a class gets as close as this year’s se- lights up the gym niors have, it creates a home-away-from- on a nightly basis STAT CHECK home atmosphere among the players with his gravity- The Bombers have and coaches. defying dunks. tied a school record “It’s no different than a family dynam- Brendan Rog- with 22 wins. There ic,” Mullins said. “There are times when ers, another of the are two regular sea- I’m mad at them and they’re mad at me, team’s trio of cap- son games remaining. but in the end you always love them and tains, has perfect- appreciate what they did. It’s tough to see ed his combination of skill and strength. them go.” He can shoot from anywhere on the floor But before they go, these six seniors are and always makes his presence known on focused on finishing their college basketball defense with his power. careers on the highest note possible. Standing at least 2 inches above the rest, Th e Blue and Gold are ranked fi rst in the 6-foot-7-inch Sean Leahy is the picture Empire 8 and are poised to bring the confer- of consistency. Using his height, Leahy is ence tournament to South Hill for the second one of the team’s top rebounders and has consecutive year. Standing in their way are two the ability to hit the outside shot, knock- remaining games against Nazareth College to- ing down threes with his high release point morrow and against second-place Rochester over defenders. Institute of Technology on Sunday. The other two members of the senior With the Bombers on the verge of mak- class joined the team last season. Gianni ing a run deep into the postseason, Mullins Maratea and Peter Friedland may not get said this group will be able to leave its own as much playing time as the other four but mark on South Hill. have made important contributions off the “The guys that will be left in the pro- bench and in the locker room. Their efforts From left, senior forward Sean Leahy shoots over St. John Fisher College junior guard Matt New- gram have not only had the opportunity to were rewarded by the applause of fans, man and junior forward Michael Wopperer. Leahy is one of six seniors on this year’s team. play with some really good guys, but they teammates and coaches. TJ GUNTHER/THE ITHACAN should always remember this year and what As an exceptionally large senior class, it took,” he said. “Hopefully that gives them this group has seen its ups and downs have had a .500 record but are flourishing “We’ve been through a lot the past cou- a reference point that they can pass on to throughout its years on South Hill. The this season, ranked No. 9 in the country ple of seasons, and now all our hard work is future classes. When you’re around some- players have seen seasons where they barely with a 22–1 record. paying off,” Leahy said. “It was great to get a body, they become part of you.” Junior plays through pain

BY THOMAS ESCHEN and fl oor leader makes it especially STAFF WRITER tough on the other guards to come in When used correctly, a jump pass and fi ll that specifi c place. Bixby logs is one of the most eff ective plays in many minutes, so her teammates had basketball. It makes passing sharper to adjust with her off of the court on fast breaks and to the low post against Stevens. in an off ensive set play. For junior “It is tough that there are not many guard Katherine Bixby, her mastery times when she’s not on the court,” of the play has made her one of the senior guard Megan Rumschik said. most skilled players in the nation. “It is almost like playing four on fi ve Her ballhandling and shooting place without her bringing the ball up.” her among the leaders in the Empire While physically out of the Stevens 8 every season. game, the injury could not take Bix- However, that jump pass almost by’s spirit and competitiveness away, spelled disaster for Bixby and the as she could not sit still on the side- women’s basketball team against line. Her encouraging yells fi lled the Stevens Institute gym for the remainder of the game. of Technology on NEXT UP With her helping from the bench, the Feb. 10. Ithaca faces Bombers came back and beat Ste- About three Nazareth Col- vens 61–60. Bixby even admitted that minutes into the lege tomorrow being a spectator was fun. game, Bixby tried in Rochester, “I had a great time watching,” she From left, junior guard Katherine Bixby looks to drive past St. John Fisher College sophomore Stephanie Sweeney on to feed a forward N.Y. The Bomb- said. “I was really proud of them.” ers beat Naza- Saturday in Ben Light Gymnasium. Bixby returned from an ankle injury in the 45–56 Bomber loss to the Cardinals. who had position While sitting out was diffi cult, ANDREW BURACZENSKI/THE ITHACAN reth in their Bixby realized it immediately gave over her oppo- fi rst meeting nent. When she 58–35 Jan. 9. young players like Confessore and cused on fi nishing the season strong, ankle, and the Blue and Gold faltered regular season, the Bombers will need came down from freshmen Jessica Farley and Riley which is a lot more likely with Bixby for the fi rst time at home this season, to not only get Bixby healthy, but get the pass though, she landed right on Dunn a chance to step up. back on the fl oor. losing 56-45. their off ense as a whole going again. the Nike logo on the side of her shoe, “It can be a good thing to get them However, Bixby did not practice “It was more of a problem that I Both Rumschik and Bixby said they turning her ankle and sending her to some extra time,” she said. the rest of that week, sitting out with missed a week of practice,” Bixby said. did not play tough as a team in their the trainer. Moments later, Bixby’s Each of these underclassmen her ankle still in pain. Th at did not “It wasn’t really painful during the last outing. At the moment, Ithaca Nike’s were off , and her ankle swelled came in and played well, giving the stop her from still squirming on the game, it just felt stiff .” College still stands atop the Empire 8, up to the size of a fi eld hockey ball, Bombers the spark they needed to sidelines, as she sustained her shouts Unable to cut like normal, Bixby and with another week of practice un- ending her night. pull out a gutsy win. of support all week long. struggled to get open for shots. With- der their belts before their conference “She is a big asset to us, and her With the Empire 8 tournament For the Bomber faithful, it was a out much lift on her jumper, scoring game at Nazareth College tomorrow, getting hurt is not easy for the rest of just a couple of weeks away, this test sight for sore eyes to see Bixby back proved to be diffi cult. Her teammates the Bombers will work to get both the team,” sophomore guard Jordan of both the team and those players in the lineup against St. John Fisher struggled as well, only shooting 31 Bixby and their chemistry back. Confessore said. will prove to be helpful down the College on Saturday. Yet, Bixby was percent from the fl oor. With any luck, another fl uke jump Bixby’s role as a true point guard road. Th e Bombers are now just fo- off her game because of the hurt With only two games left in the pass will not stand in their way. Thursday, February 19, 2009 SPORTS The Ithacan 27 Leaping to the top Gymnastics team ranked No. 1 in complete turnaround season

BY CHRIS BARRIERE mere slip up, invisible to anyone un- STAFF WRITER familiar with the sport, will cause a With only two meets left until the gymnast to shake her head and start Eastern Collegiate Athletic Confer- the process all over again. ence Championships, the gymnas- “We are paying a lot of attention tics team is ranked No. 1 in the na- to quality,” senior Roxanne Deshaies tion. With an overall record of 11–3 said. “We are able to focus more on this season, the team has recorded the presentation of our routines.” double digits in the win column for Th e team has been able to estab- the fi rst time since 2004. lish itself this season by producing one Last year’s team produced only of the best records in recent history. three wins all season. In 2009, the Aside from a No. 1 national ranking, Blue and Gold have turned their many individual Bombers are having misfortune completely upside career seasons as well. down. Senior Frances Ente said the Ente is the top-ranked Division turnaround this season is because of III gymnast in the country on the a variety of factors, including fewer uneven bars, with a 9.475 season av- injuries and better preparation. erage. She recently scored a season “Last year was an injury-fi lled high of 9.675 to win the event in the season,” she said. “Th is year, a lot Harriet Marranca Memorial Invita- more people are healthy. Having ev- tional on Saturday in the Hill Center. eryone healthy and on top of their Another big help for the Bomb- game has really helped.” ers this year was the addition of Two key injuries on the squad freshman Jessica Bolduc. In her last year were those of Samantha fi rst season as a Bomber, she ranks Facini ’08, who suff ered a dislocated fi rst in the nation on the vault with elbow, and of then-freshman Lauren a 9.600 season average. Bolduc also Marcoux, who tore an ACL. Despite ranks sixth in the uneven bars, and being a healthy team this season, 22nd in the fl oor exercise. She was the Blue and Gold are also pushing also named the Eastern Collegiate Sophomore Lauren Ferrone leaps into a split during her balance beam routine Saturday at the Harriet Marranca themselves to succeed. Athletic Conference Rookie of the Memorial Invitational in the Hill Center. Ferrone placed 12th in the balance beam with a score of 8.750. “We have been working our butts Week twice this season. ANDREW BURACZENSKI/THE ITHACAN off in the gym nonstop, and it really Junior Brianne Sullivan is another shows when [we] come into a meet,” of the Blue and Gold’s stars. On the been for the Bombers, the true tests tournament, the team must place in tional tournament from the stands. senior Sammie Brawn said. balance beam, Sullivan ranks fi fth in are yet to come. Th e ECAC Cham- the top three at the ECAC Champion- Suddaby said watching the tourna- Th e team gathers in Ben Light the nation with a 9.418 season aver- pionships are scheduled for March 7 ships. Despite eight Bombers qualify- ment from afar was enough to mo- Gymnasium four or fi ve days a age. She ranks 14th in the nation on at Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pa. ing for the national tournament last tivate this year’s squad to qualify for week, depending on its meet sched- the fl oor exercise with a 9.400 season Th ey will be followed by the National season, Ithaca did not qualify to com- the 2009 NCGA Tournament. ule. For three hard-fought hours, average. Sullivan has won the balance Collegiate Gymnastics Association pete as a team. “It was defi nitely motivating for the the gymnasts bear down and run beam event twice this season, includ- Championships on March 20 and 21 Instead, Head Coach Rick rest of the team,” said sophomore Ka- through their fl ips, twirls, jumps ing a win on Saturday. in Saint Paul, Minn. Suddaby brought the team to tie Kaiser. “We were like ‘oh wow, we and landings time and time again. A As successful as the season has In order to qualify for the national SUNY-Cortland to watch the na- defi nitely want to be here next year.’” Blue and Gold to send representatives to ECAC Championship BY CASEY MUSARRA a lot more.” ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR DeStefano has qualifi ed for ECACs in the At the beginning of the season, the pole vault. Sophomore Kate Leugers, a trans- women’s indoor track team had a tri-goal in fer from Providence College, qualifi ed for mind: to send more athletes to the New York ECACs in the 1,000-meter run, the 5,000-me- State College Track Conference Champion- ter run and the mile run. Sophomore Emily ships, Eastern College Athletic Conference Moran qualifi ed for ECACs in the 500-meter Championships and the NCAA Champion- dash. Freshman Heidi Baumbach qualifi ed ships. So far, the South Hill squad has suc- for the ECAC meet in the 3,000-meter run. cessfully jumped, vaulted and run its way to Finally, despite missing last season because all three parts of that goal. of an injury, senior Lauren Koppel reached With seven meets under their belts and all four of her ECAC-qualifying marks at just one more before the NYSCTC Cham- the Empire 8 Championships at Rochester pionships, the Bombers have qualified for Institute of Technology on Feb. 1. She will 18 individual events and two relay teams compete in the 55-meter hurdles, long jump, for the ECAC Championships and two in- triple jump and high jump. dividual events for the NCAA Champion- As a team, the South Hill squad fi nished ships. With two meets before ECACs, the 41st at the ECAC meet last season and with Bombers have already qualified for one many young athletes returning to the meet, more individual event than they competed the Bombers should be able to improve on in at last year’s meet. The Blue and Gold that fi nish. Of the seven athletes who quali- head to Tufts University on March 6 for the fi ed for individual events at the ECAC meet two-day ECAC Championships. this season, all of them except Koppel are ei- Last season, then-freshman Marcia Mc- ther freshmen or sophomores. Cord was the Bombers’ lone representa- “Competing at the collegiate level has tive at the NCAA Championships, where been a whole new experience for me here at she placed ninth in the 400-meter dash. Ithaca,” freshman Emma Dewart said. McCord has qualified for nationals again Dewart had never competed in indoor this season in the 400-meter dash and the track before coming to the college because her triple jump. high school did not have an indoor team, but “It’s going to be awesome,” McCord said. she was able to quickly make the adjustment. “I had a great time and everyone there was Dewart said she met with Head Coach really friendly. You meet a lot of great peo- Jennifer Potter at the beginning of the season ple there so I’m excited to go back.” and together they made it a goal for her to go McCord’s goal at this point is to just im- Junior Sarah Bennett competes in the triple jump Saturday at the Kane Invitational at Cornell to ECACs. Dewart has qualifi ed for the meet prove before states, ECACs and nationals University. The Bombers fi nal regular-season meet is the Marc Deneault Invitational on Saturday. in the high jump and the 55-meter hurdles. get under way. ALLISON WASSINK/THE ITHACAN “As a team we have been really focused “I want to continue to drop time in the on training hard in our specific events and 400 and get in a better place for NCAAs, McCord has also qualified for the ECAC showing at ECACs last season, and they are getting things such as technique, endur- and I want to put some more distance on Championships in five events. looking to do the same this year. ance and strength put all together to help my triple jump,” McCord said. “I think I can Earlier in the year, sophomore Kristen “There are a lot of really good people,” us compete at the highest level we can,” get it done.” DeStefano said the team had a really good DeStefano said. “And I think we can bring Dewart said. 28 The Ithacan Thursday, February 19, 2009 Thursday, February 19, 2009 SPORTS The Ithacan 29 Hanging with the girls Female athletes across teams lead community event for local youth

BY JACKIE PALOCHKO players were excited to show their ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR skills to the local youth. Ben Light Gymnasium was “It’s a great opportunity for full of female athletes of all ages them to give back,” she said. “For running through obstacle cours- some of these girls, it’s the only es, throwing lacrosse balls and time they’ll learn lacrosse since it’s smacking volleyballs over the net not played in a lot of high schools, Sunday afternoon. Ithaca College so the athletes are excited to work hosted the National Girls and with the young girls.” Women in Sports Day with fe- The gym was packed with male athletes and coaches show- parents on the sidelines watch- ing young girls the basic skills of ing their daughters participate in volleyball, track and field, lacrosse the events. Ithaca resident Vera and gymnastics. McLafferty brought her 12-year- The women’s varsity lacrosse, old to the event. While her older track and field, volleyball, gym- daughter made new friends playing nastics and softball teams in- volleyball, McLafferty watched as structed approximately 70 girls, her 3-year-old daughter, dressed ranging from third to sixth grade. in a pink dress, was asked by the While the lacrosse, track and field, Ithaca athletes to play with the and volleyball teams taught young giant parachute with a group of athletes about sport fundamen- other girls. tals, the gymnastics and softball McLafferty said her older teams ran an obstacle course and daughter was a bit shy at first to Junior Sarah Moskey, a middle-distance runner on the track and fi eld team, leads a drill for local girls at the team-building activities. participate in the events but as National Girls and Women in Sports day Sunday in Ben Light Gymnasium. Ithaca’s female teams led the event. Ruth Kunz, a Girl Scout leader soon as she met the other athletes, COURTESY OF JENNIFER POTTER from Apalachin, N.Y., said her Girl she came out of her shell. Scouts were all excited to attend “She’s meeting a lot of friends Senior Lizzie Bronson helped and just have fun.” time. McClatchie said many of the the event. here,” McLafferty said. “And Ithaca coordinate the track and field Andrea McClatchie, operations student athletes off ered words of As she watched the girls chase is small enough that she’ll see obstacle that Strauss was partici- and events coordinator for inter- encouragement to the participants after lacrosse balls thrown from the them again. She’s having a blast.” pating in. Bronson, who has been collegiate athletics, said the event whenever they became discour- women’s lacrosse team, Kunz said Seven-year-old Rachel Strauss contributing to the annual event encourages friendly competition aged. She said as the young athletes the girls were also learning about said gymnastics is her favorite sport, since her first year on the track among female athletes. were leaving, they asked the Ithaca opportunities in athletics that but she said she liked playing vol- and field team as a freshman, said “It gives the young girls a athletes if the event will take place were not options for her when she leyball the best after participating the team had stations for standing chance to participate in athlet- next year. was young. in the volleyball and track and fi eld long-jump, shot put, hurdles and a ic events in a noncompetitive, “It’s fun to see their anticipa- “They’re able to see all the dif- drills. Strauss said she had fun and relay to demonstrate the different nonthreatening environment,” tion when we tell them yes,” she ferent sports that are available to would come back next year. aspects of the sport. she said. said. “They know they can look them now,” she said. “I’m making friends,” she said. “Running isn’t the most excit- As the day of celebrating females forward to another great experi- Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach “And all the older girls are nice ing sport,” she said. “So this is a in sports came to an end, it was not ence in cooperation with our fe- Karen Hollands said the lacrosse and fun.” good way for them to get involved only the young girls who had a fun male student athletes.”

The Ithacan online | theithacan.org/sports Look online for game stories from these sports:

TODAY Women’s swimming @ New York State/ Empire 8 Championships @ Nottingham High School in Syracuse, N.Y.

TOMORROW Women’s swimming @ New York State/ Empire 8 Championships @ Nottingham High School in Syracuse, N.Y. Women’s basketball @ Nazareth College Men’s basketball @ Nazareth College

SATURDAY Women’s swimming @ New York State/ Empire 8 Championships @ Nottingham High School in Syracuse, N.Y. Men’s and women’s indoor track @ Marc Deneault Invitational @ Cornell University Wrestling @ ECWCs @ SUNY-Oswego Gymnastics @ MIT with Springfi eld College Men’s tennis @ University of Rochester

SUNDAY Men’s and women’s indoor track teams host NYSCTC Pentathlon at Cornell University Men’s basketball vs. RIT Women’s basketball vs. RIT

WEDNESDAY Men’s swimming @ UNYSCSA/Empire 8 Championship @ Nottingham High School in Syracuse, N.Y. Men’s lacrosse @ Lycoming College 30 The Ithacan Thursday, February 19, 2009 THE BUZZER

Thursday, February 19, 2009 The Ithacan 31 numbersby the 6 The number of seniors on the men’s basketball team honored at Saturday’s game against St. John Fisher College. See story on page 26.

18The number of individual events the women’s indoor track team has qualifi ed for in the Eastern College Athletic Conference Championships. See story on page 27. 70 The approximate number of girls who participated in the National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Sunday. See Jump around story on page 29. From left, freshman Yeana Hyun, senior Nghi Phan and juniors Tiffany Cheng and Jennifer Patti, offi cers of the Asian Culture Club, practice Chinese jump rope last Thursday in Friends Hall during the club’s monthly “How-To” series. TAYLOR MCINTYRE/THE ITHACAN

Ithaca’s athletes weigh in on life away FACE OFF from the court, track and pool.

Senior guard Sophomore guard Senior Freshman Megan Rumschik Chris Cruz Lauren Koppel Jeff Rapp Women’s basketball Men’s basketball Women’s track Men’s swimming they saidit Hey, he won fair

IS BRETT FAVRE REALLY Yes. He is old. Brett Favre is I hope so. He’s the only and square. The RETIRING THIS TIME? done. one that knows for sure. fans loved it. ... That’s what it is WHAT DO YOU THINK People should He made a mis- He should be Penalize the SHOULD HAPPEN TO leave him take, so be it. punished, I most successful all about at All- MICHAEL PHELPS? alone. guess. athlete in Olym- pic history? Star weekend.

WHAT ARE YOUR FEELINGS It’ll be interest- He’s my favorite He should be He could have It doesn’t ABOUT ALEX RODRIGUEZ? ing to see fan’s player so I was a punished been the un- reactions. little disappointed. because that’s tainted savior of matter who the protocol. baseball. wins or loses. KOBE BRYANT OR LEBRON LeBron. Kobe Now, Kobe. In a LeBron. LeBron James. JAMES? has more to few years, defi - Orlando Magic forward work with. nitely LeBron. Dwight Howard on New York Knicks guard Nate Robinson beating him in the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest the foul line on Saturday. Weird news from the wide world of sports

When Pittsburgh Steelers’ kicker Jeff Reed isn’t out on the fi eld winning Super Bowl rings, he has a reputation for being a wild guy. Between his tendency to go out and get drunk and his blinding bleach-blond hairdo, Reed can’t seem to avoid paparazzi. This weekend though, Reed’s antics took a different turn. Around 3 a.m. Saturday at a Sheetz convenience store in New Alexandria, Pa., Reed freaked out over an empty paper towel machine in the men’s bathroom. He banged on the dispenser and shouted expletives at the Sheetz employee. Reed was cited with criminal mischief and disorderly conduct after the incident. — Casey Musarra PHOTO FINISH 32 The Ithacan CAPTURING THE BOMBERS AT THEIR BEST Thursday, February 19, 2009

From left, St. John Fisher junior guard Matt Newman defends senior guard Brendan Rogers on Saturday in Ben Light Gymnasium. Rogers scored 17 points and pulled down six rebounds in the Bombers’ 77–67 victory. The win was the team’s 10th in a row, improving its overall record to 22–1. TJ GUNTHER/THE ITHACAN