OBSER VER Volume 15, Number 10 College at Lincoln Center, Fordham University, New York November 13, 1991 CLC Faculty Studies Controversial Book By Vivian Lake College a major influence on ancient Greek culture and he said. "I learned this teaching with people from "Here at [CLC] we take multiculturalism very society, and is the foundation of western civiliza- other disciplines. We all thought about the same seriously," said Associate Dean Edward tion. He also contends that racism and anti- things in very different ways. Bristow. Semitism were responsible for the rejection of In writing Black Athena, which will total four Council CLC faculty have been invited to participate Egyptian and Semitic influences on ancient Greet volumes when completed, Bernal expects to in the latest source of debate in multiculturalism, civilization. Spanning archeology, ancient establish a plausible theory to challenge what he Dr. Martin Eternal's book Black Athena: The languages, religion, art, geography and ancient- calls the "Aryan Model" of ancient history. Update Afroasiatic Roots of Classical Civilization. history among other disciplines, Eternal puts forth "Thus debates in these areas should not be In preparation for Dr. Bernal's lecture here on a staggering amount of research to support his judged on the basis of proof, but merely on com- By Clarisel Gonzalez November 8th, interested faculty members were thesis. petitive plausibility. ...I cannot, and therefore do New policies on faculty evaluations and ABS provided with copies of the book. The African- Although the debate is new, the theory has not attempt to prove that the Aryan Model is and INC grades were passed at the November American Studies Institute and the dean's office been put forth by black scholars since the 19th 'wrong'. All I am trying to do is to show that 6 College Council meeting. Another issue rais- who are sponsoring the Jecture had also spon- century, said Watkins-Owens. it is less plausible than the Revised Ancient ed at the meeting was the creation of the new sored a faculty seminar in September to discuss "This theory had been a part of African- Model..." writes Bernal. position of Dean of Faculty of Arts and Sciences issues raised in the book. "A sizable percentage American studies for many years ... there has "I read him a while ago and was very excited which was suspended for the current year for of the faculty [attended]," said Dean of CLC been great interest in Egypt's impact - not just with his thesis," said Dr. Clara Rodriguez, Pro- CLC. Gerald M. Quinn. on the rest of Africa, but on the Mediterranean fessor of Sociology. She used his thesis in a The Curriculum Committee revised the ques- Dr. Irma Watkins-Owens, Director of the world," she said. course she taught on social change. tions on the narrative portion of the evaluation African-American Institute said she found the As a scholar in Oriental Studies, Bernal "That Afro-Asian roots were deleted from form to make them more specific and omitted seminar "fascinating" because "both the specific realizes he is not the most qualified person to history because of racism sounds fairly plausi- some questions because they were considered to content of the subject matter and the implications rewrite ancient history. In the introduction to ble to me," Rodriguez said. be redundant. of Bernal's ideas were discussed." Volume I, he admits that he may have made "I though this might be a fascinating new The College Council further revised the ques- The seminar attracted professors in disciplines "many errors of fact and interpretation", but he theory that might de-center theories of Western tions in order to make them more "neutral" for as diverse as philosophy, history and sociology, feels it is important that the established theories education," said McBride. both faculty and students. An example of a revis- media, literature, religion and languages. be challenged. "I tend to be somewhat skeptical ... I think ed question on the evaluation form was: "What Black Athena had incited debate in academic "Fundamental challenges to disciplines tend it's a very valuable contribution to stimulate circles across the country, and has received at- responsible feedback can you offer to the instruc- to come from outside," he states. debate and to re-examine some of the things one tor which might help improve teaching effec- tention from the national press. In the book, Eter- Dr. Jumes McBride, Professor of Religion and takes for granted," said Quinn. nal presents the theory that ancient Egypt was tiveness. Be specific." Gerald M. Quinn, Dean Social Ethics, agrees. "I think that's very true," continued on page 3 of CLC said this question was rephrased because it "implies that a student may be irresponsible." The question now reads: "Comment on the in- ABS and INC at Fordham stuctor's strengths and weaknesses. Please be By Scudder T. Fowler ed, the examination will be administered at an were pretty much at their leisure to take the make specific." Students and professors at Fordham, the Col-. announced time, approximately one month after up examination. In some cases, according to Bot- "As an instructor, I feel it [the narrative por- lege at Lincoln Center, are divided regarding the the end of the semester. If a student fails to take ton, the students had all summer to study for ex- tion] is more important than the numerical," said November 15,1990 College Council resolution a deferred examination on schedule, he or she aminations *-. from previous Spring semester Dr. Leonard Cassuto, Assistant Professor of concerning a loophole in current absent (ABS) will receive an F for the course. " courses. English. "[I'm] generally in favor of essays on and incomplete (INC) grade policies for courses. the-front side and the statistical side on the reverse One member of the College Council, who •INCOMPLETE COURSE WORK "Soine faculty thought that we side [of the form]," said Fr. John Adam, Pro- wished not to be identified, recalled that Dr. In extraordinary instances when some require- were co-opting to their respon- fessor of Philosophy. The council's decision to Mark L. Botton, Assistant Professor of Biology ment of a course (except the final examination) put the narrative portion in the front and the quan- and member of the College Council, ignited this has not been met prior to the final examination, sibility, which is the last thing titative in the back was unamrjious. debate last year, when he thought that some of students will be given the temporary grade of INC Both the numerical and the narrative will be his students were abusing the ABS and INC (Incomplete) if, in the judgement of both the in- we want. We have enough to used in personnel decisions, according to the policies. The policies, stated on pages 95 and 96 structor and the dean, they merit such considera- Council. When asked if both were going to be of the Fordham University The College at Lin- tion. Upon completion of the requirement, the do." published for use by students, Quinn said that coln Center Bulletin 1990-92, were as follows: INC will, with the approval of the dean, be Due to the November 1990 resolution, if a stu- "publishing an edited version depends on a deci- removed and replaced by a permanant grade. The dent misses the examination and wants to make sion [by the Curriculum Committee and the Col- 1 DEFERRED EXAMINATIONS FOR ABSENCEfee for the removal of an Incomplete is $25.00. it up, the current policy requires the written lege Council]. The professor is not obligated to provide the If the requirement is not completed by the date documentation within five business days of the "The instrument that will be used this fall is make-up examinations for students who miss a specified in the academic calender, the INC will examination, explaining the reason for the the revised version [of the evaluation form]," scheduled examination or quiz during the be changed automatically to an F." absence. If the student was sick, he or she is re- said Quinn. semester. However, if a student is absent from quired to provide a doctor's note. This documen- As for the ABS and INC grades, "faculty have a final examination due to some serious reason, The significant loophole in these policies is tation, along with the application for the defer- accepted the proposals of the Council and it he may apply for a deferred examination at the that, were students to miss the final examination, red examination will be handed in to the ap- would be put into effect in the spring semester." Office of the Registrar no later than a week the professor had no choice but to hand in an propriate assistant dean, who will determine Quinn added that the resolution adopted by the following the date of the examination. If the ap- ABS, and, with the "approximately one month whether approval of the application will be Council giving assistant deans the authority to plication for a deferred examination is approv- after the end of the semester" policy, the students continued on page 3 approve a student's deferment of a final examina- tion will be added in the Fall catalogue, but will be announced in the Spring. Another issue raised at the meeting was that New Assistant Director of Student Activities of the Dean of the Faculty, of Arts and Sciences. "We want to protect as much of the autonomy of our [CLC] dean and our school," said Dr. By Anastasia Damianakos Anne M. Mannion, Chairperson of the Social Linda Salavarria recently became a new Science Division and a Faculty Senator. member of the CLC community when she Reinstating the decision from the October 18 became Assistant Director of Student Activities. faculty meeting, Mannion told the Council that Salavarria has been at CLC for one month after the new post of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences transferring from the Rose Hill campus where Dean has been suspended for the current year, she worked as administrative assistant, first under but that meanwhile, the Executive Committee of Dr. Joseph McGowen, who left in 1990, and then the Senate together with two more members, one under Father John Shea. from Liberal Arts at Rose Hill and one from Salavarria graduated from New Paltz College CLC, will conduct discussions with the School in 1984 with a B.A. in Mass Communications Councils throughout the university. The Ex- and was always involved in student activities on ecutive Committee wanted to know what views campus. Salavarria first had contact working with the administration had "regarding the definition students when she held a position in the and scope of the post," according to the Facul- registrar's office at La Guardia College. ty Senate hand-out distributed in the meetii g. In 1989, Salavarria began working at the Rose Mannion told the Council that when the pt.si- Hill Campus for McGowen who was Vice Presi- tion was announced, it was done without prior dent of Student Affairs. She noticed a difference faculty consultation and had violated University between students at the two campuses. "The statutes. According to the hand-out, the creation students at CLC are less 'traditional.' They need of the dean "without prior consultation with the less guidance and don't require constant super- faculty had violated University statutes to the vision," she commented, detriment of the duties and rights of the facul- CLC's student activities office is multi- ty." Mannion said, "Fr, O'Hare stood for ques- functional, serving to arrange everything from tions at both the September and October faculty housing to Ram Van schedules. "The office is meetings and ultimately agreed to suspend the always busy...I feel guilty taking a lunch break," post for at least a year. This year what's sup- she said. Salavarria is already organizing the posed to happen is a lot of consultation." Quinn 1992 yearbook and planning changes to make the said, "Consultations are going on to determine student lounge more comfortable for students. the goals Fr. O'Hare has set forth." 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January 14 Evening Classes Begin January 15 Day Classes Begin November 13, 1991 - CLC Observer - Page 3 NEWS ABS Faculty Evaluations said Tina Filiato, a CLC sophomore. She is short continued from page 1 By Mina Landriscina • and to the point in her evaluations,- she said, but Student opinion at Fordham at Lincoln Center granted. (The appropriate dean per student is concedes that there are those who might abuse explain that only the teacher can accurately seems mixed at whether the written portion of determined by that students' credit status.) them. "If all of the comments are published then evaluate each situation, having knowledge of the the faculty evaluations should be made available Some students at Fordham are concerned with you'll get the flavor of the whole class and will students' performance throughput the semester. to students. the new policy. According to Josh Koshman, a be able to determine which one is the fluke," According to the Observer article, the "im- At this semester's first meeting of the College 25 year old junior, there is "nothing wrong with Filiato said. petus for the resolution was an increase in the Council, the format of the faculty evaluations was students taking an ABS or INC because they On the other hand there are students, like Kelly number of ABS grades...according to Dean revised so that the statistical portion could be pay." Weston, a CLC senior, who thinks that these Gerald M. Quinn." transferred to a scantron form. The questions that Roger Mclntyre, assistant director of adult ad- comments are personal and should be kept The article doesn't quote Quinn as directly say- make up the "narrative" portion of the form have missions and former student of Fordham CLC, private. "Students have a tendency to let it all ing this but it suggests that he was saying that been rewritten to be more specific. However, said that, students being consumers, should be hang out," she said. "If a teacher is really awful, he had documented numbers of the increase of whether students' should have access to the supportive of such a resolution. Were we not to I think the word gets around." She said that in ABS grades. answers of the latter is still a matter of debate. address such policy issues, it would be a less some cases students would be responding sub- Since the article, Quinn, Bristow, and Botton For some, like Donna Hemans, a CLC junior, honorable institution. The degree would be less jectively and would not necessarily be fair in their have been asked for documentation of the in- the written portion shows the life of the class, desirable to the consumer. assessment, for example, criticizing the teacher crease in ABS grades. There is none. "We what the teacher does in the classroom, and what "This application thing is pointless," said Ray- because they did not get good grades. "I would haven't looked into data, it's a subjective impres- a student may expect. "When I filled out an mond M. Mulligan, a 32 year old sophomore. feel bad for a teacher who gets railroaded for less sion, o.k.?" said Bristow. evaluation for a certain teacher that I didn't like, "You waste so much time running around get- than legitimate reasons," Weston said. Quinn isn't exactly sure what he said with I put down that I wouldn't want any other stu- ting notes and filling in applications when you Clarisel Gonzalez, a CLC senior, sees the com- regards to this issue but .the issue is not what dent to go through what I went through. I wasn't could have been studying for the exam." anyone said. The issue is that the previous policy ments as the students' suggestions to the teacher. angry at him for boring me through the semester, "In my opinion, the comments should not be According to an October 16, 1991 article for, had a loophole that students could have taken ad- I was just writing exactly what happened," said The Observer, "Some faculty members at the vantage of if they wanted to. No one is pointing published because it would be humiliating to the Hemans. Students do not use the evaluations as teacher." However, if they are, then the com- meeting [College Council] expressed dissatisfac- a finger at the students, rather, the College Coun- a way to vent anger with the professor, she add- tion with the resolution on the grounds that it cil Committee is trying to tighten the policy, thus ments chosen should be balanced, keeping with ed. In fact, she believes that most students do the proportions of the student opinion. "But don't diminished their role in the process." removing the possibility of someone not have enought time to write anything substan- Associate Dean, Dr. Edward Bristow respond- manipulating the system. the number's [in the numbericaJ part] reflect how tial and usually have only 5 minutes to think about the professor is being judged?" she asked. ed, "Some faculty thought that we [the deans] This issue is not new. It has been rallied bet- how their $1200 went down the drain. were co-opting their responsibility, which is the Yes, believes, Genevieve Saqqal, a CLC ween the Curriculum Committee and the College Like Hemans, Halyna Kuzyszyn, a CLC last thing we want. We have enough to do." junior. "I think that if students knew that these Council for years. If one wants, follow the sophomore is in favor of being able to read the Bristow emphasized that the resolution is not an comments were going to get published they minutes of both the College Council and the Cur- answers to the narrative section. Since Kuzyszyn attempt by the deans to get more power. would get encouraged to write nasty stuff and riculum Committee and one will find that this often selects her professors by what other According to Ken Ryan, a 27 year old junior, issue has been well attended. things would get out of hand." In one of Saq- students say, she wishes that on a few occasions qal' s pre-med classes, the students were annoyed "The professors should be responsible enough Quinn said, "It should not have a negative ef- she had seen the students' opinions. "I think that that this teacher gave them only one test - the to make that decision on their own. Each case fect on those students who have a legitimate if a student doesn't like a teacher, this is the on- final. "They told him in no uncertain terms that should be handled differently." He went on to reason for missing the exam." v' ly way to let other students know." However, they needed more preparation." she said. "In sian history. This is a "divisions trade-off," she she said that she has yet to see the book contain- the second semester, we got him again and he COUNCIL said. ing the statistical data. gave us more exams. In a case like that, seeing According to the Faculty Senate hand-out, the "The numerical portion gives you an overview the comments wouldn't make a difference continued from page 1 President has agreed to, "engage in a full and of the course load, while the written portion gives because he corrected himself, and the nasty com- cooperative process of consultation with the you an insight into the teacher's personality," ments wouldn't have made things any better." Mannion and other faculty members question- Senate concerning the definition and scope of the ed some of O'Hare's goals and why a Dean of post; the senate empowers the Executive com- construction of race - how race was seen in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences was needed. mittee promptly to initiate a process of consulta- ATHENA past versus today, taking a concept as immutable O'Hare's goals include a better intergration of tion and prepare proposals for the Senate to con- continued from page I as race and seeing how malleable it really is," the liberal arts faculties so that "students can sider before making its recommendation to the she said. "I think it has great validity ... His evidence benefit if there is easy movement between pro- President of the University, concerning the If racial delinations existed in ancient civiliza- seems quite^ plausible and fascinating," said grams at different undergraduate schools, e.j. definition and scope of the post of Dean of Facul- tion, there is no proof of them, said Shafer. Watkins-Owens. between courses offered at'Lincoln Center and ty of Arts and Sciences." "You could argue either side of the issue and Dr. Byron Shafer, Director of Middle East courses offered at Rose Hill," according to the still not affect Bernal's thesis," said. Quinn. The CLC College Council agreed to be Studies, has had the opportunity to gauge the hand-out. Another goal mentioned is a "better Faculty members are also studying the implica- represented by the Steering Committee which is reaction of Egyptologists. integrated liberal arts faculty would allow greater tions of Bernal's work in the social, political and made up of four CLC faculty senators (Dr. Grace "It's a mixed reaction," he said. "Egyp- opportunity for individual faculty members to academic arenas.. M. Vernon, Dr. Anne M. Mannion, Fr. John A. tologists basically think that he has provided a develp their own strengths and interest, whether "The multicultural debate is extremely impor- Adam and Dr. Elizabeth E. .Parker); four service, a great service, in pointing to the fact this would be through teaching graduate courses tant in higher education today. Religious studies chairpersons (Dr. Anne M. Mannion, Dr. Louise that historically speaking, there was a racist tone or becoming involved in programs at another have been very concerned with this for about ten Mirrer, Dr. Leonard J. Nissim and Dr. Andree and underlay to European scholarship, particular- school that held special appeal for an additional years," said McBride. "Intellectual theories have M. Hayum); and by a CLC representative of the ly 18th and 19th century scholarship. They would faculty member." .ethical and political consequences which shape search committee, Dr. Frederick J. Harris. agree that in the history of knowledge, Bernal Mannion said that the idea of "cross fertiliza- The search for the new Dean of Faculty of our identities and that of students in the is able to point out, effectively and accurately, classroom." tion of our faculty at all campuses" is already Arts and Sciences and Dean of Fordham College a number of cases where people's scholarship going on. "You don't need a Dean of Faculty is on because the person who is presently filling was influenced by their subjective attitudes "It seems to me that [Bernal] of Arts and Sciences for that." the position(s), Fr. Gerald Reedy, SJ, is leaving toward race," said Shafer. To support her statement, she gave this exam- at the end of December. According to Quinn, the Th lack of hard evidence to support Bernal's has a very highly politicized ple: Next semester one of CLC's full-time history person who will replace Reedy in January will assertions had affected views on the thesis, professors will be teaching Asian history at Rose do what Reedy is doing now which is only ac- regardless of opinion on his scholarship, and in agenda for the interpretation Hill, because out of the 20 full-time history pro- ting as Dean of Fordham College and Dean of spite of his request to be judged on plausibility fessorTaTRose'Hill, none of them specializes in the Liberal Arts Faculty. What the new dean's of ancient history...He at- alone. Asian History. In turn, one of the Rose Hill full- responsibilities will be as Dean of Faculty of Arts "It seems to me that [Bernal] has a very highly time faculty will teach Russian history at CLC and Sciences now is in the consultation process. tempts the interpretation of an- politicized agenda for the interpretation of an- next semester, because out of the five full-time His relationship with CLC is in a "state of cient history," said Quinn. "He attempts the in- cient history as a reflection of CLC history professors, none specializes in Rus- suspension for the current year," said Mannion. terpretation of ancient history as a reflection of contemporary and ever-changing political at- contemporary and ever chang- titudes." ing political attitudes." Dean's List Students Bernal's assertion that an Egyptian conquest of Greece was responsible for the similarities bet- "[Bernal] has succeeded in making scholars Honored ween both cultures is a frequent point of dispute. much more conscious of a kind of Eurocen- By Anastasia Damianakos The certificates, which were electronically "I think Egyptologists would argue that there trism. ..he also raises a fascinating discussion -- One hundred eighty four students were designed with the help of Jill Ann Biondo of the was no such conquest, that if there is Egyptian 'what does it mean to tx African'? Another issue honored for their academic achievement at a Public Affairs Office, were presented to the influence on classical culture, it is through com- that's raised is, 'Is culture passed by diffusion?'" reception held on November 4. The reception, students after opening remarks by Dean Quinn mercial ties," said Shafer. asks Shafer. which was held in the faculty lounge at 4:30 pm, and Reverend Vincent G. Potter, S.J., Vice Within the debate surrounding Black Athena Watkins-Owens said Bernal has now legitimiz- was given to congratulate those students who had President of Academic Affairs. Both expressed is the subject of race. The Afro-centrist move- ed years of work by black historians, and has suc- attained a high grade point average in the 1990-91 pride in the achievement of the students and com- ment claims ancient Egypt as a black civiliza- ceeded in getting the theories debated out in the academic year. It was attended by the, students, mended the faculty. tion which has been refuted by scholars claim- open. their guests, and members of the faculty. The attitude of the students who were honored ing that ancient Egyptians were not black, but "1 think that's probably characteristic of many Assistant Dean Rita Hendricks determines the was one of perserverance and determination in rather a diverse mix of several ethnic groups. new ideas that emanate out of black studies," she eligibility for the Dean's list. According to the continuing to excel. Godfrey Elder, a CLC junior "One thing [black scholars] have always said. "In many instances they have to be CLC handbook, full-time students must complete commented, "I was pleasantly surprised. There argued is seeing Egypt as part of Africa as op- legitimized by white scholarship before they are 24 credits or more with a 3.6 or better grade point is a lot of effort involved, but whenever I attempt posed to some interpretations of it as being part taken seriously by the traditional academic average during the Fall and Spring semesters. something, I try to do my best.. .everything must of the Middle East," said Watkins-Owens. establishment." Part-time students are eligible when they com- be approached with that attitude." Rabab Han- "African-American studies has always claimed "What's fascinating about this topic is that plete their sophomore year (32 credits), their na , a sophomore said, "It hasn't been easy...It Egypt as a part of Africa and as a part of its many disciplines are affected," she said. junior year (64 credits), their senior year (96 took a lot of work to get to this point." heritage." As a classicist, Quinn had perhaps the most credits), or when they graduate. Pass/Fail courses Some students, like junior James P. Wolfe, ex- "We have many, many images of Egyptians personal response to Bernal's work, although he arc not included in the 24 (full-time) or 32 (part- perienced rewards of studying and looking for- in art, and they portray themselves as a mixed maintains his skepticism: lime) credits required for.eligibility. ward to the future. "I stopped applying myself race," said Shafer. "They are a people of col- "I will never again approach history without Even with these difficult requircmcnls, there after grammar school and started aguin when I or, but they are not what you would describe as being concious of the ways one's interpretations are students who "return to the Dean's List. For- came to Fordham. I realized that you have to app- black in the sense of classical negroid features. of ancient history affect it," he said. ty one students returned for the second time, six- ly yourself if you want to be anything other than I think the area of Egypt was a place of the "Were I to teach Greek history again, I would teen relumed for the third time and five return- a bartender in life. I am a bartender in life," he meeting of races. I don't think studying them is carefully re-read my sources in light of the ob- ed for the fourth time. Dr. Gerald M. Quinn, said. Mina M. Lundriscina, a junior, vowed to to study black identity." jections Bernal raises. For a book lo have done Dean of CLC said, "We are happy with all of continue to reach high academic goals. "It's all The racial issue attracted Dr. Rodriguez to that, is I think, quite valuable." the students and particularly with those who show relative," she stated, "I wish 1 were smarter. study the book closely. "One thing that's chang- consistent achievement.'' I have a sister at home with a 3.9 GPA." ing is the conception of what race is. The social NEXT ISSUE: Bcrnal's Lecture at CLC Page 4".- CLC Observer - November 13,1991 USG "Superdean" Position Statement The United Student Government of The College at Lincoln Center would like to ff congratulate the CLC faculty on their successful petition to suspend the creation of the new "Superdean" position. Our organization believes that the existence of such a position would jeopardize the integrity of the CLC faculty as an in- dividual entity with its own unique con- cerns. We hope that Father O'Hare will agree to abide by the CLC Faculty Senate resolution that the new position be defined in a process that includes both himself — —and the faculty.— — iUolimo presents

Distinguished African Scholar of: Kenyan Mua Mua History from Hunter College Professor Maina Wa Kinyatti November 14 1991

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Topic: Africa and Colonialism November, 1991 - CfcC Observer- Page 5 FEATURES "Good luck trying to reach a generation Depletion of Ozone in the US Area Poses who has comparing tan lines as a national Threat to Sun Bathers ast time.,

By Diane Esposito If you are a slave to the sun you may want to get out the sunblock and the hats. The ozone layer, which is supposed to protect the Earth from the sun's harmful rays, has been shewn to have deteriorated over the United States during the summer. This means that in the next half cen- tury 12 million more than expected will contract skin cancer and 200,000 will die according to a UN report described in the New York Times on October 23rd. Initially, it was believed, that the depletion of the ozone was only a real concern to the North and South poles and middle latitude countries during the winter months. Now, recent studies have shown that the depletion is in fact occuring over the United States during the warmer months. You may ask, "Does this have anything to do with us?" According to an attending der- matologist at Lenox Hill Hospital, Dr. Howard Sobel this concerns everybody. "As the ozone layer depletes we are exposed to more and more of the sun's rays. Without proper sunblock ap- plied of 15 SPF (Sun Protection Factor) or more they can be doing serious irreversible damage to their skin. As the ozone depletes year by year I see more cases of skin cancer," said Dr. Sobel. Another important factor Dr. Sobel mentioned was that skin cancer is a progressive disease that comes from years of abusing the skin by expos- ing it too often to the sun. People do not get skin caner in one day; it usually takes about 10-15 years. What all of this boils down to is people of col- lege age should take precautions now to prevent skin cancer later. Some people feel this will be hard to do. CLC senior, Antoinette Dave, 21, said "It will be hard to reach this group. Col- lege students literally follow the sun. They stay home when it's hot and go where the sun is when it gets cold. A tan is always accepted." Anne Moisan, 21, is also a CLC senior. Agreeing with Davi she explained how having a tan makes peo- ple feel better about themselves. "When you which is responsible for skin pigmentation). They have a tan you tend to look healthier whereas be- jeopardy! Kind of makes you think twice." tive," warned Dr. Sobel. "The average person rise to the surface of the skin to make it darker ing pale is always associated with being sick," As far as the cosmetic attraction to a tan is con- gets red iiTabdiit 20 minutes. What an 15 SPF and protect it from the sun. That is why fair- said Moisan. cerned Dr. Sobel suggests the use of tanning means is that you can stay out in the sun 15 times skinned people frequently get freckles and peo- Other CLC students had alot to say on the sub- creams. Many companies put them out now and more than 20 minutes protected. The lower the ple with dark skin don't. Fair people are at much ject as well. CLC junior, Tara Biamby, 20, said *they are perfectly harmless to your skin. Dr. number you use the quicker it becomes ineffec- more of a risk but they are not the only ones who that a lot of people are aware of the problems Sobel also suggests that people stay away from tive. So if you are using an SPF of a lower get skin cancer," said Dr. Sobel. concerning the ozone but just don't take it tanning beds. The lights used for (hose devices number just be sure to apply it more often,'' said Melanoma is the worst type of skin cancer a seriously enough. "Good luck trying to reach a emit the same harmful rays as the sun and can Dr. Sobel. person can contract. It is treatable if detected ear- generation who has comparing tan lines as a na- also cause skin cancer. Dr. Sobel also gave a hint on how to assess ly but can be potentially fatal. It is characteriz- tional past time," said Biamby. CLC senior "However, if you are going to be in the sun. if you are getting too much sun. If you get ed by lesions that appear almost like moles but Francis Morison agreed with Biamby's line of moderation is the key word," said Dr. Sobel. freckles in the sun and they accumulate year after they will change size and color. The rim of these reasoning on the matter. "It's pretty ironic," said "Make sure when you are going to be in the sun year, this is a sign that you skin has been expos- "moles" are not smooth but irregular and may Morison, "that people think that they are in a that you apply a sunblock of 15 SPF or more a ed to the sun too much and is trying to protect bleed. If you notice any lesion like this on your sense making themselves healthier with a tan half an hour beforehand because a sunblock needs itself, explained Dr. Sobel. "Freckles are formed person, Dr. Sobel recomends that you see a when they are actually putting their health in to be absorbed by the skin in order to be effec- from melanocytes (cells that contain melanin dermatologist. — Advice I Got as a Child

•Get Your Elbows Off Ihe Table and Other &ge ^dvice

someone who will be happy with you." By Cassandra Hayes less than wise, and Dr. Mark Boton, Assistant ved so inflammatory because, "it invites, as well Daniel O., a freshmen, says with as much We can all remember some sage advice we Professor of Biology, was consulted to dispel this as repulses sexual contact by displaying a suspicion as the comment connotes, "My parents were given as a child by a parent at some of our theory, "To catch a cold, one must be exposed substitute phallus" says Tuleja. The author goes told me never to trust anyone." most faltering times, often after a fight with the to the cold virus, not cold temperature.'' But this on to write that "since American law frowns on Some notable advice was not always serious class bully, or when we lost an important race adage and many others with folkloric phallic exhibitionism, we learn to exhibit insult and moralistic but humorous as well. or game. Much of this counsel perhaps did not superstitious foundations, surfaced nevertheless. and rejection more directly with the tongue." "My mother told me never to walk barefoot, mean much to us as we licked our wounds or wat- "My mother told me that if someone brushed A few childhood instructions were school because you'd get fungus, especially in the ched the winner take first prize, but for many your feet with a broom, you'll never get mar- related: "My father told me what his father told bathroom, and I always wear socks or slippers of the students at CLC, that advice proved to be ried. And if you wore any ring other than a wed- him when it came to studying for exams, and it in the house," says Francis Ortiz, sophomore*. a powerful motivation for them today. ding ring on your left ring finger, you'll also works for nfe, 'don't cram the day before, but "My mother told me never to eat raw ham- Says freshmen, Aisha Mitchell, "My grand- never get married. These are Spanish beliefs," relax, get your rest, and you'll do better', says burger because it will give you worms. Recent- mother always said, 'Never take things at face says Rosa Perez of the Barnes and Noble junior Kenneth Ryan. . ly I was diagnosed as having tapeworms, so she's value because they may not be exactly what they Bookstore. Wai Kin Chong, a Comparative Literature right"' jokes Jason Aylesworth, junior. And from seem to be,' and I may not have understood at Much superstitious advice have their basis in senior, remembers what his parents instructed junior, Regina White, comes this advice that first, but I got the meaning later, then I would old English tradition, for example, the one about him on when he chose his major; "English everyone who has ever waited for something to go back to give my impression and she'd say, opening an umbrella indoors. This practice was literature is nonsense, and I could never get a go on sale can relate to, "My mother told me 'You got it.' " considered dangerous because it was believed (hat job majoring in English. I later found this ad- that if you ever see anything in a store that you Sophomore, Leslie Criolo's mother told her, an umbrella unnecessarily opened indoors would vice to be wrong, because English allows me to like, to buy it immediately, because if you wait, explore other majors and gives me (he knowledge "I will never have friendships later in life as close bring down rain, according to Tad Tuleja's book t it's not going to be there." as the ones I had in grammar school. And it's Curious .Customs, and that it was a direct to see the world around me." Everyone has some piece of advice they were (rue because in college my friends are not as challenge to God .and the workings of nature. Some advice was motivation for their general given as a child, and whether it is philosophical close...not like sisters." Also, the reprimand of "take your elbows off well-being: "Always hold on to your dreams or somewhat silly, our parents wanted us to be "When I was eleven, my grandmolher told me the table," began in the Middle Ages where this because without dreams you have nothing. My the best, and Lance Weathcrspoon's advice from that good manners and politeness could open aggressive social action was an "encroachment dreams are coining true," says C. Farrclly, a his father, that he brings to his first year at Fov- closed doors for you," says Gene Coleman a on common interdiner space," writes Tuleja. It senior. Jeffrey Wright, a junior, was told by his dham CLC, sums up what every parent probably sophomore. "But I don't see it working thai told your dinner partner to "watch his borders." parents that, "Once you're on your own, you'll meant, "You can loose your wallet, house and much today." Fortunately, this practice is no longer punishable see how difficult life will be, und 1 sec!" Chris, car, but you can't loose your head. You must Some parental words of wisdom, such as by hanging. Remember that insulting childhood a GBA student was advised, "You must believe always be of sound mind, when others around "bundle up or you'll catch a cold" proved to be practice of sticking out your tongue? Well it pro- in yourself, because if you don't you'll never find you aren't." Pago 6 - CLC Observer - November 13,1991 FEATURES "The Winnie I remembered, Homeless and the Winnie I saw before me could not be reconciled/'

By Su Stout had long since moved back to Capetown so she The last time I saw Winnie was June 14, 1970. been a face familiar to me. I was all at once, was alone, and now homeless, too. It was the night of our high school graduation. scared, vulnerable and terribly, terribly sad that For years I have been an advocate for the The auditorium at Lincoln High was hot and my old friend was in such condition. Memories homeless with my time, energy, and money. sticky. Winnie and I commiserated at having to came flooding back of thundering up and down Before that night, the people I met were faceless. wear dresses, pantyhose and heavy robes. The the basketball court in our blue and white, slow I knew none of them except as human beings. high heels were only the icing to the torture cake motion memories of Winnie slam-dunking the Winnie changed all of that. I felt my vulnerability our mothers had concoted for us. ugly orange Spaulding and grinning from ear to acutely, that night. We whooped and shouted when first Winnie ear, or reaching down to help me up after I had We talked until the wee hours, but neither of won the Most Valuable Player Award, then I won gotten over-run by Snyder's team only to be us laughed. Nothing in Winnie's world was fun- the Most Injured Player. We had played basket- slammed to the parquet floor. The Winnie I ny, and suddenly mine wasn't at all what it seem- ball together for four years, both misfits, but remembered, and the Winnie I saw before me ed before that night. close friends. could not be reconciled. It left me shaken and Winnie left in the morning with warm clothes, Winnie at seventeen was six feet eight inches scared. I needed to know what had happened to a full stomach and me. I escorted her to the tall and painfully thin. All arms and legs, with her, yet I didn't want to know. Alan gave me Evangeline Residence for Women on 13th Street. the popular Afro of the day, she resembled a tree. one last hug and said, "Go talk. You need each The Salvation Army-run residence for the For a seventeen year old girl, I was tall at five other.'' I knew I wouldn't feel better until I knew homeless specializes in sheltering, rehabilitating feet seven inches, but it was my weight that made it all. I took his advice. and working homeless women into the fabric of me stand out. I weighed two hundred twenty Winnie seemed not to notice me as I sat down society. Winnie was lucky. A room, about the pounds and continuosly surprised our coach with next to her. Her long cafe au lait fingers wrap- size of a large closet, was available. Before I left my speed. Even for girls' basketball team, Win- ped tightly around the red and white mug. She for work that morning, Winnie had a room, an nie and I were oddities, and were never allowed seemed to be huddling for warmth, resting, her appointment that same afternoon with the job to forget it. The team grudgingly gave Winnie eyelids drooping. I touched her shoulder and counselor and my telephone numbers. her MVP award. No doubt she was the best said, "Winnie?" A year later, with a little help, her own drive, scorer we had. I spent more time on the bench She raised her head and our eyes connected determination and dedication, Winnie is off the holding an ice pack on my knees, or at the local for a moment. I let it sink in for a short time, street and working. Life isn't all that she would emergency room getting X-rayed for various then said, "Lincoln High School. Miss Savage's ultimately envision for herself, but as she puts broken bones. In four years, I managed to break team. I'm Susan." it, it is a start. She is content for now. all my fingers and toes, get a concusion, break After a while she smiled and said, "Good I'm glad to have Winnie back in my life. This my right arm, my left elbow, my jaw and the Grief." The phrase was an old favorite of mine time we intend to keep the bonds we share alive. right side of my collarbone. I deserved my klutz that Winnie always teased me about. I put my I'm not happy about the circumstances surroun- award as much as Winnie deserved her award arms out to hug her. She grabbed my wrist and ding her reentry into my world, but I am grateful. for talent. We were a matched set. said, "Don't." Every person I see these Friday evenings is Win- After graduation, pledging friendship forever, I dropped my hands to my lap and said, "It nie to me. I treat everyone with the respect and we had our last hamburger at a local hangout. doesn't matter." tenderness I feel for Winnie. We called each other on the phone a couple of Tears ran in rivulets down her cheeks as she In 1970,1 felt Winnie was the only person on times, but never quite managed to get together. sobbed, "It does to me." the face of the earth who respected me. In 1990, I went to work right out of high school. Winnie Through the night, we talked. She was glad she felt I was the only one to see who she really went to college down south, and we were out of to see me, but embarrassed. She was a medical was and respect her. Now when I spend my two touch. technician until budget cuts eliminated her job. evenings per month at The Shelter, Winnie works Twenty years later, in October 1990, my life Six months later, still no job, her savings had with me. I call her an example to our clients. She was much different. I wasn't a klutz anymore, gone and she was out on the street. Her family calls herself HOPE. Perhaps we're both right. and hadn't had a basketball in my hands in years. I had been working for twenty years and was finally working toward my BA parttime. My life wasn't what I had envisioned when I was seven- teen, but it was good life. The church I attend regularly sponsors a shelter for the homeless. It isn't large. We "have room for a total of four men and women where we of- Painted Mice and Bogus Fossils fer a roof over their heads, a bed to sleep in safe- ty, a shower, coffee and a warm meal. Seven days a week, three hundred sixty five days a year, four human beings are cared for. Two nights a month I go to The Shelter after work to set up for the night. Our clients usually show up by ten p.m. Two church members see to their needs and "The size of the lab alone makes it dif- supervise until six a.m. when after coffee and ficult to keep an eye on what everyone is breakfast, the clients are sent on their way and is the belief that one's partners are performing we close up until that evening. doing.' in an honest and ethical manner; consequently, I work the Friday night shifts mostly. I brought devastating loss of reputation. Dr. Baltimore supported Dr. Imanishi-Kari's coffee for the pot and a bag of oranges that Oc- By Camille E. Beazer Also, on the imaginative side is the case of assertations that she had not committed fraud. tober night. It was just turning cold, so I knew College students today are likely to be familiar Viswa Jit Gupta as reported in Science 15 March Instead, he maintained that she published results 1 would be full. with the word fraud and the scope of its applica- '91. Gupta, a prominent Indian geologist has prematurely because she was under pressure As the homeless began to trickle in around tion on an academic level. When writing papers, been suspended as the director of the Paleon-' from the National Institutes of Health (NTH). The eight, I sat beside my friend Alan in our little students are cautioned against falsifying tology Institute in India after an ongoing two year result has been skepticism concerning the integri- reception area. Ours is no-questions-asked type references to support their data. At Fordham, investigation of his work. Gupta allegedly ac- ty of Dr. Baltimore. of operation. Food, a bed, conversation if they there are many students undertaking research quired fossils from either museums or rock stores Since misconduct occurs even in the most want it, a shower, choice of used clothes and ac- projects as undergraduates. This exposure to the and passed them off as fossils discovered in the renowned institutions, the compelling question ceptance is what we have to offer. Alan and I world of scientific investigation can include all remote Himalayas. Gupta and his co-authors is why does it occur with such frequency? The were talking with a young mother and her year aspects of scientific study, including protocal published hundreds of papers based on this most obvious answer is that it stems from the old baby. Alan's face was pinched in an expres- development and the acquisition of data. In repor- fabrication. Here again, the reputations of the co- highly competitive nature of funding for research. sion I have come to recognize as his overwhelm- ting data, accuracy is essential and the student authors are at stake and the paleontology of the Gone are the days when scientists worked in- ed face. Kids always get to Alan. He patted the who reads any recent science literature will notice entire region has been called into question. dependently in small laboratories that were sup- little girl's back and rocked her gently while her the increased incidences of fraud and die general Closer to home, but just as controversial is the ported by private funds. Today, most research mother rummaged through the piles of used term, misconduct. Baltimore case. This case is as striking because is performed in large labs with graduate students clothing we keep in the table in the corner. There is no doubt that scientific misconduct of the prominence of the scientists involved. Dr. and post doctorates doing much of the actual ex- The familiar squeak of the front door made me has existed throughout the history of science. David Baltimore, a Noble laureate, is currently perimentation. The size of the lab alone makes look up. Standing inside the door, still painfully And, the stories that circulate are often both president of Rockefeller University in New York it difficult to keep an eye on what everyone is thin, looking years older than I, was my friend humorous and tragic, humorous because they do City. However, on October 10, 1989, The New doing. It is entirely possible for a researcher's Winnie. I went to her and greeted her as I would not seem like something an adult would do, tragic York Times reported that his nomination was con- graduate students to fabricate or falsify data in any other client, all the while searching for some fo.r the erosion of the implicit scientific code of troversial because he co-authored a paper that had order to get ahead in a competitive environment. sort of recognition in her eyes. I saw nothing. honor and the reverberations of such dishones- come under fire with allegations that a colleague Moreover, in science today, reputation, which I mean nothing. Her eyes were flat and glassy. ty. These shock waves can be felt throughout the who ran part of the experiment had committed is delineated by papers published and number and She never really looked directly at me, speak- scientific and medical communities whose ad- fraud. size of Federal grants, is everything. The com- ing mostly toward her shoes. I steered her toward vances and setbacks are subject to the glare of The concern of those opposed to the selection ! petition for grants is fierce. To run and main- our services, then sat down next to Alan again. publicity. of Dr. Baltimore as head of Rockefeller was bas- tain a lab today requires the scicntcst to have a Alan's face showed his concern for me, but Moreover, the humorous side of misconduct ed not on his role in the publication of the paper, name, a reputation. This reputation is mainly ac- in his usual wise way, he said nothing. One of often entails creativity, as in the case of William (he has not been accused of misconduct), but has quired through the publishing of papers. The fact the reasons I try to work with Alan is that he Summerlin, a graduate student who worked focused on his actions once the allegations were that "publish or perish," has become a cliche knows when to shut up. It's a quality I appreciate under Robert Good at Memorial Sloan-Kettering made. does not make it any less of a reality. , greatly. He ran his large hand across my Cancer Center. It was widely reported in 1974 Furthermore, Dr. Margaret O'Toole, Jof the Indeed, however, one wonders if the rise in shoulders several times in silent support. I that Summerlin worked on an experiment which Massachusetts Institute of Technology, accused scientific misconduct is also another offshoot of couldn't seem to look up - not ut Alan, not

By Fabian de St Juery ., Belonging to Most Americans have come to believe that French people would rather hang them on the Eif- fel Tower much less greet them with a French kiss. I'm in the perfect position - as an American of French decent - to dispel this and other misconceptions. Every summer when I visit France I find that Two Worlds my friends have adopted one more American custom to their French life style. It started with American music being played on French radio stations and it continued on with American clothing. Last summer, basketball t-shirts and baseball hats were the big fad in Paris. Many I also figured I had three sets of sympathetic students even wore hightop sneakers that the ears to listen to my school woes about boring pro- famous American basketball players wear. Fast fessors, for instance. This summer I took a food, such as McDonald's has also made a big philosophy course at my local college, and com- impact on the French culture, but destroying in plained to my youngest son, now graduated from the process much of the beautiful, old architec- college, about how tortuous sitting through this ture that made Paris and beautiful avenues like class was. The conversation wasn't very satis- the Champs Elysse so popular with the modern fying to me, but I know it delighted him. It went look of the McDonald's building. If it wasn't for like this. Me, "This guy is so boring I can hard- the remaining architecture, die look of teenagers ly stay in my seat, I want to run out of the room." wearing baseball hats and t-shirts would convince Him, "Yeah, I know, but you just have to tough me that I was walking down Columbus Avenue. it out." Me, "It's not just me, the whole class In fact, as the French become more is complaining." Him, "Yeah, I know, boring Americanized, they seem to be losing much of teachers are par for the course, you'll just have their sense of culture, but because most French to get through it." I wasn't getting any sympathy. live there all year around, they do not notice the The tables had turned, and I was now on the changes going on around them. The loss of wrong end. culture that they are experiencing is truly a I tried again on a recent Monday night on the shame. phone with the same son. "I'm hopelessly behind Those who are aware of these changes are try- in my reading. I have a paper due tomorrow, a ing tq hold on to the only thing they can - their test on Wednesday and have to transcribe four language. I think that is the reason that the French interviews and write and article for the school have been labeled as snobs and as overly na- newspaper, I'm frantic," I told him. Ever com- tionalistic, which is not always the case. Most forting, he shot right back at me that I'd had all of my French friends are embarrassed that the weekend to catch up. How did he know I pro- French did not do more in the Gulf War and wish crastinated all weekend and ended up not hav- their country had reacted more like the U.S. ing enough time to catch up like I told myself When it comes down to Americans thinking I would before the weekend? You're enjoying that the French hate them; they are sadly this, I accused. "Darn right," he said with a mistaken. These two cultures are more similar mean little chuckle. I guess we're even now. •than anyone thinks. Even though it is disappoin- For all the kidding back and forth, I do know, ting for me to see that France is losing its culture, however, that my kids are really proud of me. I am of both worlds and enjoy them equally well. And, now that I'm a senior, they're excited about However, I do wish that all the negative attitude my impending graduation. They think it's a hoot that people have in either country would dissipate "The loss of culture that the/are ex- to be a few steps ahead of mom, and cheer her for both these cultures, despite their similarities on lor u change. are interesting and intriguing. periencing is truly a shame..." Page 8 - CLC Observer - November 13,1991 AR Theatre Stage Stuff By Paul Wontorek It's a claustrophobic space high in the sky. summer for Edna. She watches her parents fight, ing, she can't forget him. She can't be without Before you bother seeing anything else, mam- The men learn to look out for one another and meets a best friend, deals with tragedy, and tries him. Not much happens: they move back to New bo, merengue, or cha cha your way down to the form a little group, but can't ignore the problems to get her younger sister Lucy off her back. Oh, York, their friends hook up, they fight and then tiny Duo Theater (or just take a cab) and check of the world below them. Racial fights are bur- about that friend — her name is Bonna and she's they realized they can't be apart. The play is out Born to Rumba!. Set in a night club in pre- ning in neighboring Cambridge. A racial fight black (that's where the problem lies). For Ed- humorous at times and has two good male ac- Castro Havana, the show is an original one-act even breaks out on a floor below them. na, though, this means nothing. "Who cares?," tors (Ron Eldard and Erik King), but it is silly musical that tells the story of Colette (taught in The foreman learns of a union bricklayer job she might respond. and plagiaristic (the ending is a rip-off of Lan- a Catholic school but "born to rumba") and the that has become available. Two of the workers Ms. Barry shows us a view of children that ford Wilson's Burn This). Just another hip play other dancers at the Club Rivoli (it's sort of a are up for the position - Tommy, black man and is hilarious, engaging and knowledgable. That's to forget about. Cuban Cabaret) led by Antonio, a man with a Beauty, a white man. Both are talented. Who will how the play achieves a special place on my list. voracious appetite for his dancers. get the job? Simple, whoever does the best work, Most important, though, she is very respectful The man behind all of this is Michael Alasa', right? Wrong! This is a problem with much ten- to children. Ms. Barry isn't condescending Gossip! Gossip! Gossip! Things are not look- who wrote the book, music, lyrics and directed sion and hatred built behind it. Fortunately, Mr. towards her young characters. She, rightfully so, ing good over at the Marquis Theatre where Nick the first-rate production. It amazes me that all Heelan doesn't hit us over the head with his opi- sees the problems in their lives (which some and Nora is still struggling through previews. It of these areas were covered with such precision nions on the conflict. What tie gives us here is adults may consider unimportant) to be very vital. was supposed to have opened by now, but the by one man. The book is engaging in its presen- an everyday comment on the racial tensions in She examines the comradity between all of the producers postponed the opening until December tation of Colette's story within the nightclub set- a very subtle manner. neighborhood children "hanging out" on the 2 (meaning the show will have played almost two - ting (similar to Peter Stone's book for The Will The play is very engaging, with the gifted street without parents to look over them. She months of previews!). Meanwhile, frantic writing Rogers Follies, but more entertaining). Mr. direction by Mr. Gregg (I swear!) tying the pro- understands the difficulty and the shyness involv- changes are underway. Christine Baranski has Alasa' also handles the political aspects of the duction together nicely. The actors work hard ed in the slow process of making friends with had one of her songs dropped, another con- time with great knowledge and emotion. The and it shows (they even pour cement on stage somebody: She sympathizes with children hav- siderably rewritten. The writers aren't happy music is very Latin, very accomplished, and a ing to approach one another in times of tragedy. with Joanna Gleason's big second act solo and lot of fiin. The lyrics are kinky at times, beautiful She looks at the way that children admire their are reworking it, and Josie de Guzman (who at times, but always pleasantly whimsical. Many older siblings or cousins and see that they are won raves as Maria in the 1980 revival of West of the songs are superb: from captivating love obnoxious ... but would do Anything to be them. Side Story) has been fired and replaced by her songs like "Forever" and "Antonio" to riotous She respects the problems that children have stay- understudy. Adios mio! This is beginning to production numbers like "I Love a Banana" ing friends in the strange enviro.iment of school. sound like Legs Diamond! (sung by Marijuana - very funny Al Rodriguez All of these careful considerations add up to a Meanwhile, the Hartford Stage Company's in drag) and "Something is Stirring". There's touching and enlightening play. double bill of March of the Falsettos and Falset- also the poignant "Havana," a surprisingly soar- It's shocking that Ms. Barry is not just a very toland (which I mentioned a few issues back) is ing song of longing. The score is extremely ac- talented 12 year old. She has a great grasp on apparently headed for Broadway, probably at complished (as is the entire cast) for a "non- the language of children, too. She even talks Lincoln Center when Six Degrees of Separation Union" show and has given me new hope in the about situations that I related to. I watched Ed- closes around year-end. If all goes through, these quality of works in such venues. na poke the speakers of her parents' hi-fi with shows have the best chance at taking the Tony In case you haven't noticed, I loved this show. a pencil understanding how cool that was to do Award for Best Musical. They are eligible since I saw the show on a Thursday, thought about it -- because I used to do it, too. Of course her they have never been seen o/i-Broadway and with on Friday and went back to see it again on Satur- background as a cartoonist is evident - the scent the way the season is shaping up (and with the day. Never before have I been that eager to see are developed very untraditionally and kind oi way Nick and Nora is going) they seem the ob- a show a second time. Performances are Thurs- spradically. The entire play moves like a cartoon, vious winner. day through Saturday at 8 pm. Get there early, from scene to scene in rapid succession. It's very however, to enjoy the atmosphere - the entire interesting to watch and could keep the interest theater has been transformed into Club Rivoli and of a child easily. The set was designed by Rus- On the Fordham scene, Tribe is being the actors will seat you, offer alcohol and who ty Smith as a child's eye view of a neighborhood presented now through Friday, November 15th knows what else. I don't care what's on TV, get street - full of color and light. Mark Brokaw's in the Plaza Cafe. What's this you say? Fordham out of bed and go see Born to Rumba!. 'Call (212). direction keeps the plot flying at a rapid pace. Dinner Theatre? Well, I heard that the Theater 598-4320 for ticket reservations. - how industrial!) GJancarlo Esposito is The child actors are amazing. Angela Department was being mighty uncooperative with especially powerful and wins sympathy through Goethals makes Edna a very intelligent and fun- the creators because it is not a "Fordham pro- the course of the evening with his portrayal of ny heroine and gets the respect that Edna should duction" and weren't going to donate lights-. I'm really puzzled about Clark Gregg. On one Foos, a drunk pathetic bastard. Ray Anthony from the audience. Chandra Wilson is just as God! Get over it! Let's support these rebels. Go hand, he stars in the horrible Unidentified Human Thomas also stands out as Tommy, yet all of the good as Bonna, touching and funny. As the see the show. Remains and the True Nature of Love and turns performances are impressive. younger children, Lauren Gaffney (who will Deathtrap is always a fun little suspense show, out a bad performance. So one should Mr. Heelan has written an intelligent, obser- play Annie in Annie Warbucks) and Sharif so the Studio theatre should be a perfect spot for automatically assume he's talentless, right? Well, vant and funny comment on racism. One that Rashed are very disciplined and effective. The an intimate production. We'll see. From Wednes- one assumes wrong. doesn't necessarily sway your opinions, but one show, rightfully, belongs to these kids. They are day to Friday, (November 20 - 22) Frank Maz- Distant Fires, by Kevin Heelan, directed by that will definitely make you think. a marvel to watch and make the show a true zola is giving it a shot. On a lighter note, did Mr. Gregg is enjoying its very successful New "good time". you know that at one time Robert Reed (Dad York premiere over at the Atlantic Theater (a on.The Brady Bunch) was in it on Broadway? theater group founded by David Mamet) through Lynda Barry's play The Good Times are Kill- Gee, maybe he'll come check out this groovy December I. The play shows a day in the life ing Me is now a critical and commercial success, At the Provincetown Playhouse, Servy -n- Ber- production. It is free, after all. of six construction workers together on a site. enjoying a run at the Minetta Lane Theatre nice 4Ever, by Seth Zvi Rosenfeld opened last Now that my Three Sisters review came out, It is a dangerous place to be. A co-worker fell downtown. It tells the story of Edna Arkins, a month. It's about Bernice, a black model who I have enemies (and fans). I encourage all mail down an elevator shaft the night before due to young girl with a colorful imagination (she fan- lives in Boston with a white girl and who has (hate or love) and Fordham theatre GOSSIP to a careless foreman's orders. It's a place where tasizes about being Maria Von Trapp and Elvis" discarded her project past and has tried to forget be forwarded to me at the Observer office in such dangerous choices must be made because girlfriend) spending a summer in the mid-60's her ex, a white homeboy named Servy. Their Room 420. I look forward to hearing from time and budget are more important than safety. in her working-class neighborhood. It's a busy relationship was so passionate and overwhelm- you...NOT!

About Town ed Brian Adams; the Boston Bruins chose singer is not a smoker in real life. When asKea By Tracey Halloran and Lori Majewski at a recent book signing of his Heaven is Under The hottest name in New York this past month Michael J. Fox; and the New York Islanders Our Feet at Bretano's on Fifth Avenue which has been Jonathan Ross. Never heard of him? nominated actor Ralph Macchio. So who did the cigarettes he prefers, Henley said that, in fact, Well, his name in the United Kingdom holds the New York Rangers elect, given stars of the he is not a slave to the habit. The singer said he same weight as Arsenio Hall or Phil Donahue, music, stage, and screen worlds are practically 1 gets nervous during photo shoots and lit up so as Ross hosts Britain's most popular chat show, at their fingertips? Marv Albert. Man Albert ] he would have something to hold on to. Tonight With Jonathan Ross. Albert is a sports announcer for the Madison There is no truth to the rumor that Broadcasting for the past three weeks from the Square Garden network. Bananarama have broken up. Jacquie Ed Sullivan Theatre, Ross has been able to round Well, Bostonians lucked out. Michael J. Fox O'Sullivan (who replaced original Banana girl .up an impressive list of guests: Cher, Diana said that for him it was an honor to represent the Siobhan Fahey, who left to form Shakespeare's Ross, Brooke Shields, and Kathleen Turner, Bruins, his favorite team and also told us he loves Sister) has decided to take some time off to en- among others. "Everyone wants to be on his baseball. (He rooted for the Minnesota Twins in joy her impending motherhood. O'Sullivan will show," said the shows publicist, Michelle. The the World Series). return to the band, however, and Bananarama tall, blond, blue-eyed Brit is famous for his wit- If you were at the Baja Club on Columbus is not looking for a new member. ty interviewing techniques (he asked Cher about Avenue Halloween night, you saw a 400 Ib. the tattoos on her "bum") and his show is wat- transvestite Madonna impersonator entertaining No one's quite sure what's going on with ched regularly by the Princess of Wales. Ross' partygoers. Queerdonna, as he calls himself, is Jane's Addiction, however. At a College Music segments in New York included poking fun at Ross AND Ross: Host Jonathan and guest Diana an avid Madonna fan who professed his love for Journal show last weekend it was announced that the icon on the Joan Rivers Show a few months the band was splitting up. However, we check- city life: the crime rate, traffic, and the subways. -. f, ••- back. We've seen Queerdonna on occasion sta- ed with their Warner Brothers' publicist who said Ross, however, enjoyed his stay and said the that the band is still together. pleasant weather was better than London's rainy tioned outside Madonna's Central Park West apartment building, vogueing on a stoop wear- Set for release in spring 1992 is the Twentieth weather, and his toddler daughter was able to ing a black leather jacket with Her face painted Century Fox animated musical film, Ferngul- dress up for Halloween, which the British do not on the back. Look for Queerdonna at local clubs ly...the Last Rainforest, which is a beautiful celebrate. which we're sure will begin to snatch up his act. tribute to nature. Christian Slater, Samantha On Tonight With Jonathan Ross, guest Jodie What does the real Material Girl think of Queer- Mathis (Pump Up the Volume) and Robin Foster said that author Tom Harris is busy donna? While in the past, the two shared a Williams are some of the voices of the cartoon writing a sequel to Silence of the Lambs (actual- love/hate relationship. ("She curses at him, he characters that live in Ferngully, an area deep ly Lambda the sequel to the blockbuster novel curses at her," said a fan who stations himself within the rain forest. The Red Dragon, which introduced Hannibal the outside of Madonna's home whenever she's in Calling all Vietnamese or Asian-Americans! Cannibal to the masses). Foster said that both lown), the Daily News reported that Madonna Oliver Stone wants young women (18-24) and she and Anthony Hopkins are excited about the is impressed. We saw Queerdonna last week and men & women (25-) to be in his new movie about follow-up to this year's thriller. "Everyone is he shared with us a recent photo of him and a young girl's experience during the Vietnam ready to do it," she said. Mads, mugging for the camera. War. The date is 11/23/91, time, 9 am-3 pm, Each of the 26 National Hockey League Teams On the cover of The End of the Innocence, Don und place, 70 Mulberry St., 3rd floor. Call chose a celebrity captain in honor of the league's Henley is pictured omoking a cigarette. But the 212-362-7600 for more info. 75th Anniversary. The Vancouver Canucks nam- November 13,1991 - CLC Observer - Page 9 TS The Next Brit Thing

By Lori Majewski The British weekly New Musical Express dubb- Scotland's ed them' "The best rock 'n' roll band in the coun- try" and their music "Godlike genius." 5pm bestowed upon them the honor of "best new Teenage Fanclub group." People in the music business are predic- ting that they will be "massive" stateside also. So what's the big deal about four lads from Scotland who call themselves Teenage Fanclub? Don't ask them. They don't know. Crosses the In New York City to promote their first ma- jor American release Bandwagonesque (Geffen), bassist Gerry Love and singer/guitarist Norman Blake concentrated more on enjoying themselves Atlantic than worrying about living up to labels. "Whatever happens, happens," said Love, grinning. "I'm just here for the beer." Actually, Teenage Fanclub came to New York City to meet with representatives of their new American label, Geffen, and to participate in last weekend's new music showcase, the College earth and unpretentious, he is not interested in Music Journal. The band, which headlined shows fooling anyone. Laughing, Love even admitted at The Marquee and Maxwell's, returned to the their cover of' "The Ballad of John and Yoko,'' Big Apple after a successful year which began is "terrible" ("You just got to hear it," he said), last summer at the New Music Seminar. After TFC's Norman Blake, Gerry Love, Brendan O'Hare, and Ray McGinnley and that the band decided to cover Madonna's playing a NMS gig at CBGB's, Teenage Fanclub que, "Star Sign," is enjoying modest success in Fanclub are simply avid fans of rock V roll. In- "Like a Virgin" because "it only has three was appproached by record companies to ink a the UK and is receiving airplay on college radio stead of hiding away in a dressing room, Love chords." deal here in America. Love said the band was here in the US. stood alone, tapping his foot and singing along Both songs, however, received critical praise. surprised at the interest that was generated by Teenage Fanclub's sound has been compared to Velvet Crush, Teenage Fanclub's support band "We've been pretty lucky with the press," said the show. "It was hard to believe, actually," he to the guitar-driven Ramones and the harmonies at Maxwell's. Drummer Brendan O'Hare even Blake. Still, Teenage Fanclub choose not to pay said, his hand holding back his brown, bobbed of The Byrds. Blake likened the band to The Roll- joined Velvet Crush on stage for the band's last too much attention to the press, even if the hair. "We had read so much about CB's, all the ing Stones. Although they listen to groups like song. reviews are extremely favorable. "We don't take bands that played there and we were just happy Public Enemy and REM in their spare time, Love Blake attributes the band's unaffected, laid- the press too seriously,'' said Love.' 'In England to be here in New York." Love added that he said they try to stay away from political content bake attitude to their Scottish upbringing. Just they place a new band on the covers of the did not think their performance was exceptional. in their songs. "We choose an idea, any idea," happy to be paid for doing what they love, Blake magazines every week." "I didn't think we played that well," he said. Love said of their songwriting process, "and then said they are not pressured by the big business Love said he is enjoying making records, Obviously, the record companies saw something we have fun with it." Love, who penned "Star side of the industry. "Growing up in Glasgow which, for the time being, is postponing what he in the performance Love did not, and Teenage Sign," said he wrote a song about astrology we were insulated from that," he said, his round dreaded as an urban and regional planning ma- Fanclub finished 1990 with an American record because "people look for comfort in the stars, Lennon glasses peeking through his blunt, jor at the University of Strathcyled: "a real job." contract, in addition to two soaring British and try to find answers there, like people look shoulder-length hair. "This isn't glamourous. "I want to delay it as long as I can '."he said. singles, "God Knows It's True," and wacky ver- for answers in songs." "Metal Baby," Blake We aren't impressed. It's not like 'Wow! We're While their rise to the top seems to only have sionof "The Ballad of John and Yoko," off of said, is the band's tribute to Joan Jett. "It's about stars!' " just begun, what would Blake do if it was all sud- their number one British indie album, A Catholic a teenage girl into rock 'n' coll/' he said. "We're just a bunch of losers," interrupted denly taken away? "Probably nothing," said Education. Uninterested in travelling in social circles and Love. Blake, his Converse hightops planted firmly on Presently, the first single off of Bandwagones- perching upon stardom's pedestal, the Teenage Love's modesty is quite charming, Down to the table. "I don't know - watch t.v.°" Book Reviews Sweet More Madonna By Tracey Halloran tions of Madonna similar to this one: "She did Just when you thought you've had enough of a bump and grind wearing 20 million dollars Madonna, now there are three new unauthoriz- worth of a girl's best friend. The diamonds ed Madonna biographies. Reviewed here are two: twinkled even against the competition of her rjAadonna Revealed by Douglas Thompson lethally lowcut dress." Is To make things even more interesting, Thomp- ($12.95, Birch Lane Press, 178 pp.) and Madon- na Unauthorized by Christopher Anderson son also gives recipes for Madonna's "Fitness ($20.00, Simon & Schuster, 334 pp.). Noodles", an itemization of die Penns' bills dur- As is to be expected, both books have many ing their three and a half year marriage, and ' similarities. Both preclude their chapters with devotes an entire chapter to her affair with War- Sour "famous" Madonna quotes: Anderson uses the ren Beatty (Why?). intriguing ("I saw losing my virginity as a career While he was doing this, the author should move") whereas Thompson uses the mundane have taken time to get his facts straight. Madon- na was born in 1958, not 1959. He also gets his Matthew Sweet ("Papa Don't Preach") Both accounts end at the time of her film ' 'Truth or Dare'' (Spring 1991) photo captions wrong. Where exactly was Jelly- after discussing her business empire, bisexuali- bean Benitez in the photo Thompson claims he By Rob Ferraiuolo fare, which is pretty much an overview of the ty, troubled childhood, fight to cure AIDS, and was in and why was he given another name in When Matthew Sweet released his debut album whole album. turbulent marriage with actor Sean Penn. Both a photo he actually was in? Inside in 1986, Rolling Stone awarded it three- The only redeeming cuts on the album are the authors emphasize that they got a good deal of Madonna Revealed reveals exactly what and-a-half stars and declared Sweet a pop addict acoustic ones. The final track, "Nothing Lasts," their material from associates and friends, who, Madonna Unauthorized does but Madonna whose melodies were so catchy that his songs is actually a pretty good song despite the already although they have to sign contracts not to discuss Unauthorized reveals more and for those who could easily be dismissed as "slight," which, the mentioned problem of childish lyrics. "Winona" Madonna, were eager and willing to talk. want to take a serious look at the superstar, I critic added, would be "a big mistake." and "You Don't Love Me" also fare pretty well, That is where the similarities end: Madonna recomrnend the latter book. Well, a mistake is only a mistake if one feels though he sounds a tot like someone trying to Unauthorized is the better book. Anderson pro- *** sorry. Therefore, the aforementioned "Big" one sound like Neil Young. Too bad he can't write bes behind the image and reveals many things Would you like to find out how celebrities view is one that this critic is definitely willing to make lyrics like Young. not widely known about Madonna. For exam- themselves and how they are viewed by a with conviction and without apology. Actually, On the faster songs, you can hear traces of ple, how many know that she has an IQ of over psychologist? If yes, then pick up Celeb'ritesi the only real mistake here is the one made by REM, The Beatles, The Eagles, and the Steve 140? Or that she has been listed as one of (Alix Goldsmith, Simon and Schuster, $9.95). Sweet himself, and it's called Girlfriend, his Miller Band, but never does he match any of America's "Top 100 Art Collectors" (according The premise is simple: the author administered latest release. them in classic quality. It's just not in him. to Art and Antiques magazine), has her breasts the test to a "distinguished list of 'willing vic- "Slight" is ironically an honest way to Luckily, Sweet's material fared better in a live insured for six million dollars apiece, arid is con- tims'." It consists of six squares in each a dif- ferent sign. The stars were asked to complete the describe this generic, three-chord, over-recycled, setting. His November 1st show at Wetlands was sidered "America's Smartest Business Woman" drawings in each and label them. They were then middle-of-the-road, wanna be classic rock and actually pretty fun. The acoustics of the small by Forbes magazine? told that each square symbolizes an aspect of their roll record. This is not to infer that there's club had a way of drowning out bad lyrics, and For those interested in'spice, Anderson pro- viewpoints and were asked to comment on them. anything wrong with good 'ol rock, and since an open bar did much to drown out everything vides that, too. He documents how, for years. else. In concert Sweet seemed a little paranoid Madonna would cruise the lower East Side for The comments and illustrations were turned over everyone has their influences it would be very to a psychologist who analyzed them. hard to make a record without sounding a bit like but at least he delivered a show. young Puerto Rican men to take back to her someone else. But the music alone doesn't real- The hour-long show featured mostly songs apartment and that she reportedly terminated a So what did he have to say about Kim Bas- inger, for instance? "(she's) a vibrant, sensual ly need to be original. Originality comes from from Girlfriend, As with the record, "Winona" pregnancy late last year which might have been woman...a touch too flamboyant for some the performer's delivery. was one of the show's highlights in concert, "Ijfe threatening." , tastes." About Edge of U2? "he is so interested This is where Sweet falls flat on his face. The begore which Sweet explained "It's named after Anderson is very thorough and writes from a in being far out, so afraid of being square..." music seems to have no spark at all, and the lyrics her [Winona Ryder], but it's not about her." detached point of view; Madonna comes across About LSD guru Timothy Leary? His sketches aren't even good enough to write music for. Even ,. At several points during the show, he turned as cold (she "dismissed her fans as people who around and looked at his bass player and pro- 'lead such boring lives' that fantasizing about showed a "philosophically charged turmoil found Top 40 songwriters can at least come up with in a wide range of youngsters, from reasonably ceeded to giggle. One also got the impression stars is their only escape.") determined, and self- a clever line once in awhile, but not Sweet. His normal to severely disturbed." lyrics are like fifth grade poetry class. On the from his expressions that he is the shy, paranoid absorbed as well as fascinating and very attuned Celebritist profiles "seventy exceptional peo- title track, he sings, "I want to love somcbody/l type, Under the thick Buddy Holly glasses, he to both sides of her sexuality. ple" including Charlie Sheen, Justine Batemnn hear you're lookin' for someone to love/'causc just didn't seem too comfortable. Maybe he just Madonna Revealed is only half as long and has and Roger Moore und if you arc into things on you need to be bake in the arms .of a good wasn't used.to playing in New York. Maybe he's more of a tabloid appeal to it, with chapters cn- the "other side of the Atlantic", you'll be hap- friend/And' I need to be back in the arms of u having a hard time dealing with the idea of be- titl(Td""Chcap"Popcorn" and "Sexual Beginn- ing famous. Or maybe he finally listened to his ings." The author seems enamored of his sub- py to see profiles on the British film stars Julian girlfriend." This begins with a cheap Jimmy Sands, Cary Elwes, und Gary Oldman. Hendrix lead and quickly turns to typical pop own album. ject, mill in his book, there ure many descrip- Page 10 - CLC Observer - November 13, 1991

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The Editorial Staff would like I would like to thank the Lord to take this opportunity to sendfor giving me all the wonder- their thank yous: ful things I have in life, in I would like to give thanks to particular, my family and my mother who has worked friends. Muchas Gracias!- arduously her whole life to Clarisel Gonzalez give me things she never had growing up, including an To all my family and friends education. Happy Thanksgiv- for their support, encourage- ing Mom. -Mike Roig ment. Thank You. Donna Hemans Thanks to God for giving me I want to thank my family and patience and energy, to my friends and God, for without family for putting up with me them I would not be able to go and my Observer Arts writers On.-Will Milite. Who didn't give Up!-LoriMajewski I am thankful for everyone who has helped me run when I refused to take a step.-Mina Landriscina I give thanks to my parents and African ancestors who valiantly served this country in every avenue and fashion to make• this the great republic it Staff: Hiram Aponte, Fabian de St. IS •^William Brooks Juery, Anastacia Damianakos, Rob Fer- raiuolo, Scudder Fowler, Sheila Harris, Brian Hayes, Cassandra Hayes, Vivian I would like to thank my Dad Lake, Michael Luksha, Pat Mangini, Editor-in-Chief Donna Hemans Stacey Riggio, Rebecca Sausner, Managing Editor Cassandra Smith, Jim Wolfe and Paul for being Daddy, my Mom for Business Manager Mina Landriscina Wontorek News Editors Clarisel Gonzalez reading my articles, Lori for Kelly Weston The CLC OBSERVER is the independent Features Editors Mina Landriscina student newspaper of the College at Brian McDonald Lincoln Center, Fordham University, being my partner in crime, Arts Editor Lori Majewski New York. The opinions expressed in the OBSERVER, including those in col- Asst. Arts Editor Tracey Halloran umnB, letters, and graphics are those Commentary Editor William Brooks of the individual writer or artist. Those and all the stars in the Sports Editor William Milite expressed in editorials are the opinions Photography Editor Bill Doyle of the editorial board. No part of the OBSERVER—including articles, adver- Universe! Love Tracey Copy Editor Julie Sanchez tisements, photographs, and Graduate Asst. Kris Wright graphics—may be reproduced in any y Graphic Artist Anastasia Damianakos way, shape, or form without the ex- press written* permission of the I am thankful I don t have to Faculty Consultant Elizabeth Stone editorial board. For details, contact the CLC OBSERVER, Box 18, Lincoln Center Campus, Fordham University, eat Thanksgiving dinner in the ©CLC Observer, 1991 New York, New York 10023. Room 420. Telephone (212) 63B-62S5. Cafeteria. "Brian McDonald Page 12 - CLC Observer - November 13,1991 FQRDHAM UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SGOOL ARTS AND SCIENCES you to THE FALL, 1991 GANNON LECTURE presented by ROBERT W. GREENE °f New York Newsday "The Media in the Democratic Society: Are Muckrakers Necessary?"

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As the singing for the world's redemption one last time. But Griffith also sings songs written by other song states, "living alone is all I've ever done This may very well be the last time. songwriters, Her favorite songwriter to cover is well." Vowing that this would be her last world tour, Emmy winner Julie Gold. In 1986, Griffith took This sentiment has caused Nanci Griffith to Nanci Griffith, with her cherubic face and Gold's "From a Distance" to number one in publicly state that this would be her last world heavenly voice, captivated the audience at the Ireland several times. During the concert she tour because of the demanding and grueling Beacon Theatre October 30, leading them to the referred to the song, as "not a Bette Midler pressures associated with touring. Griffith, 37, edge of their seats, reaching out for each note cover." On her new album, she includes another recently said that she felt as if she was 92 because and word. one of Gold's songs, "Heaven", which wasfthe of all the touring she has done. If this statement Griffith's fans and critics have had a difficult climax of the Beacon show. The Gold songjthat is true to life, it would explain the maturity and time trying to label her music and style. She is she covered is entitled "Southbound Tniin", insightfulness of her songs that only comes a self-described "folkabilly" artist with roots in which has not been recorded yet-JShe-includes through her experiences. Austin, Texas, but her music has been defined it in her live show because-shVwanted to give Griffith claims that the lack of interest in tour- as country, folk, and even sometimes pop. Her the audience something special. She wanted them ing will not take away from her musical future. voice is equally as challenging to categorize. to be able to "take home something that has not If you missed her lastest tour, there is still the Griffith's voice is soft and whispery but underlin- been done or recorded." As she said, it makes chance of her returning. Griffith may very well ed by a southern twang. It contains only high pit- the show more memorable when you have your come back to town and tour on a much smaller ches and practically no lows, a limitation which own special memory. scale. She prefers to play smaller venues such does not bother her and which she compensates Griffith also performed songs such as "It's Too as the Bottom Line and may return to play there for by her colorful delivery of her songs. Late" which she jokingly described as. a "war- in the future. But if you're unable to get to a Her two hour, twenty-three song set showcased ning to all the couples in the audience.'' "Trou- show, she has nine albums in her discography, her unique singing voice and the talent that ble in the Fields" depicts how fanners like her her latest being Late Night Grand Hotel, that de- brought her the most notoriety - her song writing. uncle were forced to leave their farms because mand one's attention. Griffith has the ability to successfully mix heart- of droughts. In "One Blade Shy of a Sharp Besides music, Griffith has undertaken interest felt music with exceptional prose. The majority Edge", Griffith reveals her feelings towards which would allow her fans to get a broader view of her songs are short, three to four minute sleazy propositioning politicians. The song was Nanci Griffith of her talent. Griffith claimed she would be in- vignettes that reveal emotions and experiences inspired by an incident where a young Republican terested in doing some acting. She has also wrote that listeners wish they could take part in. tried to hit on her while he was driving his words, was told that the singer specifically would two novels that have; not yet been published. Nanci Griffith has attracted the attention of Mercedes Benz. She says in the song, "I'll cancel not say the word ''bosom". So in a childish and Through her new record and current tour, Nan- other respected singer and songwriters. She is you out when I get to the polls." mocking tone of voice, she exclaimed to the ci Griffith has proved that she is an important described as a "songwriter's songwriter." Grif- What makes Griffith's shows so enjoyable are cheers of the crowd, "Bosom, bosom, bosom!" figure in the world of music. But much of her fith's songs have become more famous when the humorous and witty expositions she gives Combine her witty anecdotes with her foot appeal will be lost if she decides not to tour again covered by other more well known artists. Kathy before each song. Griffith talked of a nameless sweeping, two-stepping dances on the stage, and because, although her music can hold its own Mattea had a big hit with the remake of Griffith's country star who wanted to cover one of her you have an entertaining and enjoyable ground, fans will be deprived of her rich stage "Love at the Five and Dime." Emmylou Har- songs and alter the words a bit in the process. performance. presence. ris has also covered her songs. But perhaps the The singer objected to the line "straight from Griffith relates her own trials and tribulations most bizarre group to cover one of her songs was the bosom of the Mormon church.'' Griffith, who to the audience. In songs such as "Late Night an alternative band from Europe called the Fat was not happy with the idea of changing the Grand Hotel", which is from her latest album Movies The Hollywood Bitch film; However making the role of attorney K.ate Sullivan (Penelope Ann Miller, who cannot acf),' hired to save the company, a transparent object of sexual desire for Larry, the movie becomes a corny romance flick instead of the ' 'corporate comedy" it was billed as. The plot, or what there is of one, thickens when we find that Jorgy's longtime live-in love is Bea (a poorly used Piper Laurie dressed in her "Twin Peaks" garb), Kate's mother. Oscar- winner Alvin {Ordinary People) Sargent's screenplay, however, alludes to this relationship briefly because, otherwise, the two act as is they hardly know each other. And the audience hardly wants to know these characters. Kate is supposedly a high-powered lawyer, yet she has only one case with no sen- timentally gooey when he battles Kate for the rights to the company. Instead of sexual tension between fierce, sharp-thinking individuals, the heat between Mr. DeVito and Ms. Miller is Spencer and Leroy are quickly killed off, but believes he is betrayed by his playboy partner, recycled Michael Tucker-Jill Eikenberry Fool survives because he meets Alice, the only Bo Weinburg (Bruce Willis, in a pleasant By Andrea Bedingfleld chemistry from "L.A. Law." child allowed to live inside the mausoleum. Alice cameo), and when he is indicted for tax evasion. Something I always adore hearing about: Near the end of "Other People's Money," the tries to help Fool escape, much to the chagrin The failure of this film is in the character of Billy (well-acted by newcomer Loren Dean). celebrity causes. Whether on the campaign trail stockholders of New England Wire and Cable of her deadly guardians. "Remember not to Why this kid is taken into the gang is unclear, or the homeless dinner circuit, the stars do care, Company vote on its future. Jorgy and Larry bruise her face, " the mother shouts as Father as is his future with these people, which is fun- darn it! Christopher Reeve, Kathleen Turner, deliver an anti-climactic speeches in their defense gets out his whips and chains. "Bad girls bum ' ny because he is, after all the title character. The and Alec Baldwin recently found themselves in which would have more stirring if Haskell Wex- in hell!" he screams. accountant of the group (Steven Hill) has what Congress - that house of glitz — to stand up for ler's cinematography were crisper or if the story Doesn't that sound like campy fun? For hor- the artistic freedom that is restricted by the Na- ror fans, don't fret. The movie does has its could be the film's most intelligent role, but even had not already lost us to boredom. Throwing he has no clear idea of what is going on. Tom tional Endowment for the Arts. Said Rep. in the Japanese in the last five minutes is a vague moments of nail-biting suspense, like when Charles Schumer (of New York), "The arts are Father dresses up as Robocop and shoots his Stoppard has created a cast of Rosencrantzes and apology to Jerry Sterner's celebrated play, on Guildensterns. I enjoyed the scenery, the under attack in every way. We need a combina- oozie through the walls trying to kill Alice and which the screenplay is "based." Instead, costume, and the score; Dustin Hoffman's is sur- tion of Superman, Jack Ryan, and V.I. War- Fool. Bring the kids and heart patients. This is "Other People's Money" is our headache and prisingly unengaging and Nicole Kidman, as the shawksi to beat these attacks." a film everyone can enjoy. Warner Brothers' embarassment. gang's whore, merely flits about, never show- Ouch! Does he not know that Alec lost the I would never say that Wes Craven is a genius, Shall 1 compare thee to the film' 'Goodfellas", "Billy Bathgate", "Billy Bathgate?" The main ing any emotion or sense of identity.Did I men- Patriot Games role to Harrison Ford or that V.I. but I will admit that I enjoyed "The People Under tion this cost about forty million dollars to make? Warshawki was a female Hudson Hawk? the Stairs," a movie he wrote and directed. This character in both is a young New Yorker drawn Hammer (formerly of the M.C. variety) has Last year Congress told the NEA to consider horror-fairy tale feature stars 13-year-old Fool to the glamour and prestige of being in a gang. three songs on the "Addam's Family" sound- 'general standards of decency' in reviewing grant (Brandon Adams, who looks exactly like Rudy Each starts out as a flunky and then rises to a track. Feel free to retch. Anne Archer ("Nar- applications. on "The Cosby Show"), a ghetto child whose position of respect, leaving family behind to join row Margin") will replace Mary McDonnell in Kathleen told them, "I looked up decency in family is about to be evicted from their crack- a new one. The element of script coincidence the future blockbuster "Patriot Games." Ms. the dictionary (yes, she has one) and found that might have been overlooked if Billy Bathgate did house apartment building. Adding to this McDonnell, perhaps the lucky one, is now its first meaning is 'fitting,' followed by 'order- not open with the brief scene of alleged traitor "drama," Fool's mother is dying of cancer and shooting "Sneakers" with Robert Red ford, ly' and 'appropriate.' How can these words ever Bo Weinberg's death in the middle of the movie his sister Ruby has several illegitimate children Sidney Poitier, River Phoenix, and Ben Kingsley be used to define art?" Hot diggity dog! I guess then go back to the beginning of the story of how by various men. What's a guy to do? instead. Catch the fab Charlene Tilton in the up- temporary unemployment can be an advantage! Fool, with the help of older friends Spencer Billy becomes involved with the gang and con- tinue from there. Didn't Martin Scorsese use coming "Deadly Bet," a sure Oscar best bet. Take my wallet. Take my life. But please don't and Leroy, decides to break into the prison-house Drcamcast of the week: "The Diary of the make me see Other People's Money again! of his landlord, who reportedly has a gold coin that technique? Wow. Screenwriter Tom Stop- pard picked a great film to copy; unfortunate- Hurdy-Gurdy Man," featuring Brad Dourif, The title does not refer to the shelling out of collection to end all gold coin collections. These Anne Mearu, Patrick O'Neal (YES!), Wallace $7.50 by unknowing victims to watch this Un- three do not know that the landlord and his wife ly, his script has no plot and goes nowhere. This film should have been about the power Shawn, Mcatloul, and Rockets Rcdglare. The funny movie but to the lust Lawrence Garficlt) arc also brother and sister (hilariously played by possibilities truly numb me. (u typecast Danny DeVito) has for liquidation, Everett McGIII nnd, Wendy Roble, husband and struggle between Dutch Schultz (Dustin Hoff- An ensemble of Doni DcLuisc, Haylcy Mills, specifically that of the New England Wire and wife on "Twin Peaks"). Nor do they know that man), the aging gang leader, and Billy (Loren Cable Company. Casting the legendary Gregory Dean), supposedly Dutch's protegee. In the Claris Lcuchman, and Charles Nelson Rlley? (he couple steal children to raise as their own; Look for those thespians in "A Troll in Central Peck as "Jorgy" Jorgcnson, the owner of the depression of 1935, "Lucky"Luciano's gang is but if the child hears, sees, or speaks any evil, Park." Unfortunately, Reilly-fans, the movie Is Rhode Island-based business, would huvc been taking the upperhand and Dutch is almost a has- he gets locked in the cellar to feed on the bodies not only being produced in Ireland, but It is also inspired if director Norman Jcwlson hud been been. His credibility further falls when he of burglars and travelling salesmen who never, a cartoon. Damn. aiming at good vs. evil, family against greed ever leave. Page 14 - CLC Observer - November 13,1991 GREENAN

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KAPLAN Mm Take Kaplan Or Take Your Chances November 13, 1991 - CLC Observer - Page 15 COMMENTARY The Devolution a ry Dapper About Just Thoughts] the Size of It at Dose-hill James P. Wolfe By William Brooks In the October 16th issue of The Observer my "Most people in America believe 'Aids' is the tion you are a human being. The dumbest, most By Fabian de st Juery Lattention was drawn to William Brooks' com- number one disease," said Kris Parker, or KRS- ignorant thing said is 'I'm only human'. In this day and age, students have a tremen- mentary "An Africentric Eye on America.'' His One as he is known to the rap audience. The self- Statements like these, demean, lessen and cut Idous amount of pressure to perform Well and suc- arguments, while failing to convince this third proclaimed revolutionary of rap was speaking at down the true essence of being human," said ' ceed, but not all of them are happy with what generation Irish American, of Africa as cradle a lecture sponsored by the Progressive Alliance Parker. According to Parker the essence of be- ' they are doing with their academic life and some * of our civilization, do require closer examination. Organization at Rosehill's Keating-One lecture ing human means that we are obligated to live wonder if school is worth all the trouble — what The first subject I would like to touch upon hall on October 29. In the most unorthodox lec- among each other peacefully and to respect the 'with the pressure, the grades, the nagging parents [ is Clarence Thomas' private parts. Perhaps I ture any one would ever attend KRS-One, a planet we live on. and the money and for what? A diploma, so you Lshould rephrase that, the shameless publicity sur- former homeless person and founder of Boogie "People want human rights without can get into a good grad school, so you can spend rounding Judge Thomas' endowments was due Down Productions, a progressive rap recording acknowledging their human duties. If you do not lanother $50,000 to get another diploma, so you to America's fascination with genitalia in general, label, said that the number one disease in perform your human duties you do not deserve can get a job, so for the next 20 years you can not the black man's in particular, as Mr. Brooks Artierica "is CSDS - Common Sense Deficien- human rights." pay back your school. Realistically, to survive ''states. For an example of America's insatiable cy Syndrome". One of our human duties that Parker believes in this society we must go to school and get a appetite for sexual titillation, one need look no The lecture was delayed an hour and I assum- is ignored is our right to petition the government 'diploma. We need this little piece of paper to help further than the Pee Wee Herman case. ed the organization that sponsored it was second to discontinue the practice of war. us get a job, but do high schools and universities More importantly, the Clarence Thomas hear- guessing itself. However, after the hour delay On racism Parker feels that the government has need to be so stringent of grades? Can't they 'ings were not about genitalia or a "high tech lyn- KRS-One proceeded to mesmerize this multi- us thinking that it is a white or black issue but I devise some sort of way to get students to learn ching of his character and integrity," as Mr. ethnic crowd of Fordham College students], with according to Parker, "Common sense will tell without holding their future in their own hands. Brooks suggests, but about the alleged sexual parallels, para-phrases and euphorisms that us that the Irish man and the black man in If high schools and universities would eliminate •harassment of a black woman. Women's rights, would have made Malcolm X proud. Kris Parker America have a common enemy and that is the their grading system then maybe, just maybe, the F especially a black woman's rights are an extreme- used this forum to examine the issues of religion, British. So this means that the IRA should get I students would concentrate more on the actual | ly sensitive issue in this day and age. To ignore racism, politics, the environment, and sexism in with the BLA to fight the CIA." work rather than the grades and they would learn I such a complaint when interviewing a candidate America - utilizing the Saint James version of Parker's logic mesmerized this predominate- something instead of actually just memorizing the , for our nation's highest court would be more ir- the Bible and the Oxford dictionary. "The dic- ly white audience, and a quiet hush went over material and forgetting it three days later. If this 1 responsible than the publicity surrounding the tionary represents the educational system and the the crowd when he said,' To prove that govern- could happen a great learning experience will I case. Bible represents the political system," said ment is not concerned particularly with color, take place without the pressure of getting good After his discussion of the Thomas case, Mr. Parker. you know what is happening with the green house grades. Students could really open their minds Brooks continues his description of the white Kris Parker's rise to fame is due mainly to effect? Well when the ozone layer is finally i completely and be independent about their man's "fear of the black man's genitalia." He his self-awareness and his deeply rooted depleted those with the lowest content of melanin thougthts. Of course, students would have to be cites the white man's use of phallus-shaped understanding of his African Culture. This ' are going first. If I was white I would be con- "graded" in other ways, such as class input and * weapons (missiles and rocket launchers) in sym- awareness of African Culture was meticulously cerned with this and let George Bush know." their validity in their answers in class. Teachers bolizing their might as an example. While Freud written and recorded on his rap song entitled KRS-One effortlessly used the dictionary to find 'would analyze the students' response to the j may have agreed with this imagery, I'm quite YOU MUST LEARN. Because of such an ex- meanings that proved his point that white-male discussion and determine their real understanding I certain a physicist would attribute this to altation, that recording placed KRS-One as the domination is the perpetual theme of western of the material and their interest in it. > aerodynamics. leader and most intellectual of the "politically culture. "In the Oxford Dictionary I am holding, , Basically, students will be graded for effort. Additionally, on a personal level, I am quite conscious rappers." Those who practice this ' it says that the meaning of 'woman' is feminine Students who struggle with the material but tru- ! comfortable with dispelling the myths of the form of rap include such artists as Chuck D and emotion thus, if colored people were considered ly try to understand will be commended for their * "Curse of the Irish'' as well as my fear of black PE, Kool Moe Dee, and Brand Nubians. to be 3/5 of a human being and women are con- effort. While freeloaders who don't pay atten- genitalia. According to Harr Allen, a self-titled Hip-Hop sidered feminine emotions then who are con-? > tion to the class discussion will be penalized by My next bone of contention with Mr. Brooks Activist and Director of Public Relatins for the sidered human beings in our society?" The the teacher for the lack of effort he showed in .is his suggestion that "western Caucasian men- group Public Enemy, "All black art to some answer was white males. Parker continued; class. In effect, students can still fail as in the i tality" cannot allow Africans to peacefully co- degree is actively and ultimately an expression "Then who is controlling your economic system; k current system. exist without racism. Sweeping generalizations and reaction to oppression and white racism. Hip- who is controlling your religious system, who and stereotypical implications like this are what Hop music originates from a group of young peo- is controlling your political system, and who is t Mr. Brooks is fighting against and serve only to ple who realize that they have been in a no-win controlling your educational system?" ' polarize communities along racial battle lines. situation and have very little to lose." Hip-Hop Kris Parker undoubtedly is operating with a The next issue I would like to examine is that music originated in the Bronx, NY some 12 years clear understanding of his subject matter. On the of "centricities" themselves and what they im- ago. In that time youth across America have issue of religion, as he held up the Bible he stated, ply. The Readers Digest Encyclopedic Dictionary gravitated toward it and now it is a mainstream ' 'Jesus Christ and John the Baptist are the only defines ethnocentrism as: "The belief that one's product. However, according to Source a real revolutionaries in die Bible. All other figures own ethnic group is superior to and a basis for magazine on rap, Kris Parker stands out as the belonged to the political establishments of their I judging other groups." By this defmtion, it ap- spokesman of this genre of African American times, and these two men were killed for their pears that to be Eurocentric, Indocentric, rnusic. revolutionary stance." Africentric, etc. is to claim superiority rather than As I stated earlier this was the most revolu- equality, which is exactly what we must In his lecture KRS-One did his own illustra- 1 tion on how the American educational system and tionary and unorthodox lecture I have attended eliminate. There is a very diin line between pride Catholic religion seek to control the individual at Fordham University. Many people have said and prejudice. and their process of thought. This according to to me that this university is much too conser-i In closing, I must say I know William Brooks Parker breeds "anti-human" beings, who do not vative. This might be true to an extent, but I car ( and I realize it is an intense and sincere pride challenge the destructive patterns of the status tell you that there are efforts being made to show that motivates him. Likewise, I am glad his eyes quo. "Before you are a race, religion or occupa- diversity and this lecture was indeed diverse. <' are open to the injustice that has plagued his peo- ple and I join him in hoping that America's eyes, i too, are open. However, let us recognize all the hardships and injustices that face all of mankind.

Mind Trash-Can or how to do things in certain situations. It is a multi-billion dollar business. Ever/one is in for the capital gain. People in this business Now we are the people living inside ot com Once television was looked on as a new revolu- don't feel the responsibility for what they are do- cubic boxes and looking out the windows like tion in human culture. Everyone believed that it ing to the public. Children are unnecessarily ex- mannequins. Living in a city is already tough would bring everyone together and be one. It cer- posed to violence, drugs, and sex. Adults are ex- enough but it shows no sign of getting better. tajnly did so but it advanced more evil and started posed to everything you can imagine, television By Dennis Anderson Why is that? Did people become immoral? Or to control our everyday lives. It's there for you is no longer used as a tool in education. It is a One beautiful spring afternoon, the warm air did people become insane? What made people everyday, 24 hours. It will be there even when ' tool of destruction. Now people wonder why carried the tickling aroma of summer and I could go insane? Can we blame it on our so called ad- you are alone or upset. It vividly introduces most American children score low on standard almost hear it knocking on the door. I was out vanced technology? Absolutely yes. Modern ad- thousands of things everyday like new products, exams and do poorly in school. What about hun- of the stuffy concrete school building and enjoy- vanced technology draws a line between people ideas, and stories that almost pop out of the dreds and thousands of illiterate people in this ing my lunch for a change. The city air is not who have and don't have instead of giving bet- screen. It irresponsibly throws tons of ideas to country? Business is taken over by Japanese always as fresh as it used to be but the day I was ter life opportunities as it promised a long time the public who are still suffering from early 50's because they are less exposed to television and having lunch was different from any other foggy ago. People used to share everything even though television debut. Our lives became more com- their children spend more time studying in class. and sticky city day. Usually, it is like a con- they didn't have much but this damned plex and thanks to television, now we have to It is time to bring back all those great taminated water tank with a bank of fish who technology made distinctions between people deal with new problems such as inter-racial pro- philosophers, poets, writers, and 'true' scientists desperately struggle to get out of the water tank. who have and don't have. Some people can easily blems. It really pushed people to the extreme. to our culture. It is time for a new cultural revolu- The warm and fresh air triggered me to think adapt to the idea of new 'harmless' technology We humans cannot function like computers do- tion. We have to make time for things we have ing billions of calculations at once. We humans about many things that I have forgotten for many but some people are more fond of mother nature forgotten like painting or writing a poem. We are used to solving problems gradually with years, perhaps a decade. Just thinking about all and can't adapt to the new wave. If Darwin's have to expand our vision from a small televi- humanistic understanding and values and we may those sentimental and naive fantasies can be very natural selection applied to this then some of us sion screen to the beyond of our imagination and not be perfect but we try to bring the best for all. dangerous and frightening . At the same time, wouldn't be here today, but luckily we who don't educate ourselves so we can understand how it made me realize that I can still dream about easily co-op with the new technology struggled Before we were dominated by television, our powerful words can be and tell ••• children who things. Living in a big city like New York makes to adapt to those who do. We human beings arc lives were much more productive and lively. We Shakespeare was. We have to ei ourage things me more competitive, rootless, and doesn't give too strong to give up. didn't tune into a television because we were that we can share between people who have and don't have. When we reach deep down inside of me any time to think about things that arc im- Once upon a time, we were a partner to nature alone or sad or depressed. We sought a friend us, everyone is the same no matter what they look portant to us. Or shall 1 say, used to be impor- but now we arc making unnatural things happen or a family member to talk to. It wasn't too hard like in appearance. Finally, media can be very tant, things like harmless and innocent love, care, and adding new chapters to the book of nature. to talk to unothcr person. Television is also mak- useful to us when it understands its rcponsibili- and moral values and even a little naive "day The technology introduced the new rules in our ing its own judgement on moral and social issues. ty, und the same goes for technology. dreaming. The days we could play without any society and repressed nature, to make dominate They no longer suggest what things should be. hidden or perverted sick messages. 'Utopian the inventors. A fine example of this buttle hap- They even tell us what we should believe in and Back to reality, I remember it was a beautiful Peter Pun Stage' We could almost fly in (he blue pens in media especially television, a what is right and wrong morally. It no longer afternoon. I hope others can have the same after- sky. technological baby. educates people, it dictates to people what to do noon once in a while. Page 16 - CLC Observer -November 13, 1991 SPORTS Earvin | "Magic" Sports Tidbits Johnson: NBA great Wilt Chamberlain has an By Hiram Aponte autobiography out titled A View From Above. In WE The World Series-Twins vs. Braves: Let's go it, he admits to have slept with 20,000 women back to Game Four, two outs, bottom of the since he was 15 years old. Yikes! According to ninth. The Braves' Mark Lemke scores the win- reports, the calculations equal 1.2 women a day. ning run from third base. Twins catcher Brian Hmm. Can somebody please tell me what in tar- LOVE Harper tries to apply the tag . — SAFE, Braves nation the two-tenths stand for?! Does Wilt just win 3-2. Harper argues to the umpire that he . go after a woman's knees, ankles, elbows, tagged him, but CBS replay shows Harper tagg- pinkies, or shoulder blades? I don't know. I got ing Lemke with his elbow and NOT the glove. to get that book fast! HIM It does count, so there. Lemke scores. So, "Lethal Weapon 3" is being filmed in The big fuss about the play was the way CBS Orlando, Fla. Why Orlando, I do not know. analyst Tim McCarver described it by using However, there is one sequence where an actual 10,000 replays, some gooey CBS electronic chalk eight-story City Hall Building is blown to bits and his laboriously repetitious analysis saying (I saw it on TV; looks awesome). Hmm. They Harper did not tag Lemke. So McCarver points should have blown up the Orlando Arena where out, and points out, and points out, and points the Orlando Magic (NBA) play. They will stink out and points out again and again and again that up the joint this NBA season. Harper hit Lemke with his elbow. Here is Minor Correction: In the last issue, I mention- Knicks '91: McCarver's analytical account of that replay ed M.C. Hammer's new CD release, "Too Legit (from what I remember): to Quit" out October 29. The date and CD title "He made da tag with the left el-bowl and not are correct but there is a name change for M.C. the bawl. You gotta make da tag with da bawl. Hammer—-just call him HAMMER, no more Showtime Watch another angle. See, thar's the elbowl (Tim M.C. (Seems there are too many M.C.'s out circles it with the icky electrochalk) and look there). whar da bawl is...never made contact with the ONE OF THESE DAYS, I AM GOING TO runner. How 'bout another angle? See, he's got FORDHAM WITH JUST A TOWEL STRAP- the bawl in his glove. You've got to make da tag PED TO MY WAIST. IT IS LIKE A SAUNA on da play with da bawl. Good cawl from da East? IN HERE!!!!! I CAN TAKE A TEMERATURE umpire! OF 75 DEGREES, BUT NOT A STINKING Yeah, he said something like that. Besides, his HOT 97 DEGREES! COME ON!! I AM GET- By Francis J. Morison Southern accent was screechier than ever. It TING HEADACHES WHILE OTHERS FEEL After stumbling through a rather lackluster made me cringe. So, there is a grade change for LIKE THEY ARE FAINTING! EITHER 39-43 season under Stu Jackson and then John Mr. McCarver. His original grade was a C. Now LOWER THE HEATER OR ELSE MAKE THE MacLeod, the Knicks' nightmare finally ended after the World Series, it is a D-. Somehow, CBS BUILDING AN IGLOO!!!! Besides, I LOVE the as Number 23 and his boys from the Windy Ci- would love to sign up Yankee announcer Tom cold weather. ty swept the Knicks away in April. Fans, team Seaver and get McCarver out of there! So I listen to Imus in the Morning on Sports members, press and ultimately management all Back to the World Series: Pat O'Brien and Radio 66 WFAN and he starts blasting CBS realized that changes - big ones, were needed to Dodger manager Tom Lasorda doing the pre- Radio Announcer Vin Scully. He calls him the improve for the 1991 campaign. game show—WHAT A HORROR!!! Lasorda "worst sports broadcaster ever" plus a few other The most important offseason move since the looked as though he came out of Sammy's Bar names t.cannot mention. Imus just did not enjoy drafting of Patrick Ewingin 1985 took place on and Grill. As for O'Brien, he is no Jay Leno. Scully's style of doing the play-by-play during May 31st as Pat Riley, he of Brylcream and ex- His comedy shtick was full of horse manure! I the 1991 World Series. Somehow, I agree with pensive suits, signed as head coach. The 46 year understand that Lasorda drinks Slimfast all the m'man Imus. Vin Scully, Fordham graduate, IS old has the kind of excellent credentials that made time. Hmm, I wonder if the shake ever gave him the worst sports broadcaster EVER! His voice him the only choice the Knicks should have constipation? Yuck! is very irritating. If you saw (and heard) Freddy made. His 533 regular season wins in nine years So what is next year's World Series going to Kruger use his big nails to screech the as coach of the LA Lakers give him a remarkable be? Houston Astros vs. the Cleveland Indians? blackboard, that's Scully's voice right there. .733 winning percentage, tops in pro hoops I finally saw "American Ninja 4: The An- UGH! He also keeps on saying screechingly, history. The question most asked of Riley is: are nihilation" with Michael Dodo-koff on video. "Pull up a chair and listen to the excitement!" the Knicks going to run, will it be a new brand This is one film in which the acting was reduced Something like that. Well, I ought to take that of showtime? At Knicks photo and media day. to cowpoop! It is one of the year's 10 Worst chair and smash my radio with it! Vinny's grade? an event I was lucky enough to attend, he offered Films! D-. some answers. "If you want to run, you put rur You want a better fight to replace Tyson- ners on the floor." And on this team, he's sur • Holyfield? Rent "King Kong vs. Godzilla." Finally, I enjoyed the practical joke that Sports to have them. On winning When Kong delivers that devastating right jab Editor William Milite played on me. He was the teams. Riley offered that the number one to Godzilla's face, oooohhh! It sends chills to my smart one who placed those three hockey morons ingredient is versatility. Most importantly, Rile\ spine. surrounding my "Winter Wonders IIW article is "thrilled at the opportunity of what I consider World Wrestling Federation: Vince McMahon (last issue). Will, you are one funny guy! I can't my ultimate challenge of bringing championship is the type of announcer who does not know how wait to see you in "Dick Trac > H" playing Son level basketball to the New York fans." Riley'. Pat Riley to SHUT THE HELL UP!!! If only someone of Pruneface! attitude was summed up in his answer to the ques- would stick some TNT in his mouth and blow tion of whether he has a "five year plan" for him up. then life would be a bit calmer. New York. "No, I want to win now," he replied. As far as player moves, the arrival of the X- Man, Xavier McDaniel was key. Acquired Oc- tober 1st from Phoenix for Trent Tucker, Jer- rod Mustaf and two "future picks," McDaniel brings a 20.0 ppg average, and the kind of gut- sy physical play that will make the Knicks' front- courf a formidable one. Don't look for flash from X-Man, because as he said after being signed. "I'm Cadillac, a hard working machine." Tmi McCormick, the veteran center the Knicks received in the Maurice Cheeks trade with Atlan- ta, should expect some key minutes backing up a sure-to-be busy Patrick Ewing. Speaking of Patrick Ewing, he has stated over and over that his money talks and trade rumors are over, that it was blown out of proportion and Patrick Ewing he is ready to play. Let's hope so. One guy who is surely ready to play is Mark "Action" Jackson. Probably hoping to avoid the Phil Simms syndrome, Jackson has stepped up and looks ready to start. Greg Anthony, the rookie frst-rounder from UNLV, will be right behind, hough. A quick kid who can run the floor, n.hony dished out a ton of assists and has u', ional championship under his belt. The guards will look very solid as John Starks, a third year player, has improved his shooting (especial- ly from 20 or more feet) greatly.

Twins' catcher, Brian Harper, trying to tan Braves Mark Lemke. "Sec thur's the elbow." CjBSERVER Special Edition November 14.1991 Dean Quinn Remembered CLC DEAN KILLED IN CAR CRASH By Vivian Lake and Clarisel Gonzalez CLC a committment to academic excellence, as "Gerry's death is impossible to absorb for any By Kelly Weston Gerald M. Quinn, Dean of the College at Lin- well as his personal style, a combination of car- of us," said Professor Andree Hayum, Chair of A mass in remembrance of Dean Gerald M. coln Center was killed early Tuesday in a car ac- ing and involvement in student life. He was well the Arts Division, "but to the Arts Division the Quinn was held on Wednesday, November 13 cident, en route to Pennsylvania, said George known for his relaxed and friendly accessibility loss is staggering. It seems like he was our special in the McNally Amphitheater in the Law School McMahon, S.J., Vice-president of CLC, He was to students and faculty alike. At a memorial mass friend and patron, an 'angel' even." building. The Amphitheater, which seats several 50 years old. held Wednesday, Father George McMahon "It's going to take a great person to replace hundred, was filled to overflow With ad- According to New Jersey State Police, the ac- quoted Dean Quinn's secretary, Adele George, him," said Andrew Griffin, USG President. ministrators, faculty and students who had come cident occured at 12:01 am on the west-bound who had said, "I see him always as a smiling "He's going to be missed not only as an ad- to honor the memory of Dean Quinn. lane of Interstate 78 near Hillside, N.J., in Union man." ministrator but as a person." , "All of us here as a community share the County. "My memory of him is always talking and Leonard Nissim, Chair of the Science and shock, the sorrow, the compassion, the love and Police would not comment on the events meeting with students," said Normand Math Division said, "He was one of the most understanding," said Vice President of Lincoln leading to the crash, but did confirm reports that Parenteau, Associate Dean of Students. "He dedicated and hard working men that I knew, and Center Father George J. McMahon, SJ.' 'All of the other vehicle Was a tractor-trailer, and that worked very hard to see student services were his death will be an enormous loss to Fordham.'' us share that, and we share that because Gerry both vehicles burst into flames on impact. The met." Assistant Dean Rita Hendricks reflected Gerald M. Quinn was born in Brooklyn and meant so much in our lives." driver of the tractor-trailer was not harmed, said that "Dean Quinn was always open - always will- studied at Fordham College where he received Father McMahon said that because so many police. . ing to exchange ideas. Everyone knows his spirit a B.A. in Classics in 1962. He received his M.A. in the Fordham community have such varied and Police said they are investigating reports that and what he tried to bring out that will still be and PhD in Classical Philology from Harvard vibrant memories of Dean Quinn, a eulogy seem- the car was stalled on the road with the lights off. here." University. ed unnecessary. "He was so bright," said Police said possible reasons include car trou- "He knew students by name," said Leticia He taught classics at a number of colleges, in- McMahon, "And he always had that, smile. He ble or the weather, which they said was "very Soto, a senior. cluding Harvard, Fordham and Brooklyn Col- was always happy and he moved around quick- bad" the night of the accident because there was As the CLC community shared its grief, it lege. In 1979, he became Assistant Dean of the ly. That would be the eulogy." a mixture of snow and sleet. became apparent that as an administrator Dean Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and Father McMahon credited Dean Quinn as be- The Office of the Vice-President released the Quinn's greatest gift to CLC was himself. Associate Vice-President for Academic Affairs ing responsible for much of the sense of com- news Tuesday by voice-mail and posted "There was respect and genuine affection for in 1985. He was appointed Dean of CLC in 1989. munity here at GLC. announcements. him," said Dr. James McBride, Chair of the Dean Quinn published several articles and co- "This community was formed in many ways Throughout the college, the reaction was one Humanities Department. authored a book about teaching Latin and by Gerry^" said McMahon. "It is a great per- of stunned disbelief. Quinn's special love for the arts was well- Greek,Greek: An Intensive Course,and was plan- sonal loss as well as a loss for the institution." "We're all in extreme shock and very known. Professor William Conlon, Director of ning to teach a Greek history course in the spring devastated," said Edward J. Bristow, Associate Studio Arts said, "He was a great supporter of semester. Dean. the arts. The last thing he did before he died was He is survived by his mother, sister and Dean Quinn is remembered for bringing to to go to the opera. He was a wonderful person. brother. ' We'll all miss him deep

Dr. Gerald Quinn If you want to submit Wake: Thursday, November 14th 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p,m. - 9:30 p.m. Farenria Funeral Home 920 Allerton Ave. (take the #4 or #2 train to Allerton Ave.) Observer mailbox in Mass: 10 A.M. Friday, Nov. 15th University Church Fordham, Rose Hill Campus

Condolences may be sent to: The Quinn Family The late Dean Quinn % Academic Vice President's Office Fordham University EDITORIAL Dean Touches Many Rose Hill Campus , "I would be very disapponted if I did not ministrative statistic, Dean Quinn did his bes Bronx, NY 10458 know a large number of students by the time to facilitate us. When we were strapped for storj two or three years was up," said Dean Gerald ideas, Dean Quinn gave us tips on newsworth) M. Quinn when he first was appointed to the events at CLC. When we graduated and need position as our Dean in September 1989. In ed help writing personal statements for graduat beginning his third year, Dean Quinn achieved school, Dean Quinn sat through revision afte Thoughts of the Man that goal and much more. revision and offered suggestions until the piece There was a man I was known to know was as good as it could be. And when we were Back in the living days Dean Quinn, unlike most administrators, had The man was great as men would go an open door policy. If you needed a recommen- frustrated, confused and needed to air our In oh, so many ways dation, or help with an internship, or were look- grievances, Dean Quinn offered himself as a This man. that I was known to know ing for a job, or simply needed advice, Dean sounding board. Had passion in his heart Quinn would not only oblige but go a step fur- Gerald M. Quinn was many things. He wa: His heart produced a loving glow ther and see it to the end. In the two days since an administrator, a classicist and a professor, That touched me from the start his death many people have told of his But above all he was a true friend to the "large! This man that I was known to know Was great in many ways benevolence with personal anecdotes of a car- number of students" he came to know. His heart was pure as driven snow ing, giving man. We have all been touched by his untimely In those, his loving days We at the Observer have not been excluded death. And though his living days have passed from reminiscing. We first met him back in the (A poor hand has been dealt) fall of 1989, his first semester as Dean. From Denise Holzka, CLC '91 The memories we have will last that moment on a relationship developed that And the glow will still be felt was more than professional. His interest in our lives manifested itself in many ways. When we John Gardella, CLC '90 Jean Archer Managing Editor Emeritus CIC student needed an interview, a quote or an ad- OBSERVER Special Edition November 14, 1991 Dean Quinn CLC DEAN KILLED IN CAR CRASH Remembered By Vivian Lake and Clarisel Gonzalez CLC a committment to academic excellence, as "Gerry's death is impossible to absorb for any By Kelly Weston Gerald M. Quinn, Dean of the College at Lin- well as his personal style, a combination of car- of us," said Professor Andree Hayum, Chair of A mass in remembrance of Dean Gerald M. coln Center was killed early Tuesday in a car ac- ing and involvement in student life. He was well the Arts Division, "but to the Arts Division the Quinn was held on Wednesday, November 13 cident, en route to Pennsylvania, said George known for his relaxed and friendly accessibility loss is staggering. It seems like he was our special in the McNally Amphitheater in the Law School McMahon, S.J., Vice-President of CLC. He was to students and faculty alike. At a memorial mass friend and patron, an 'angel' even." building. The Amphitheater, which seats several 50 years old. held Wednesday, Father George McMahon "It's going to take a great person to replace hundred, was filled to overflow with ad- According to New Jersey State Police, the ac- quoted Dean Quinn's secretary, Adele George, him," said Andrew Griffin, USG President. ministrators, faculty and students who had come cident occured at 12:01 am on the west-bound who had said, "I see him always as a smiling "He's going to be missed not only as an ad- to honor the memory of Dean Quinn. lane of Interstate 78 near Hillside, N.J., in Union man." ministrator but as a person." "All of us here as a community share the County. "My memory of him is always talking and Leonard Nissim, Chair of the Science and shock, the sorrow, the compassion, the love and Police would not comment on the events meeting with students," said Normand Math Division said, "He was one of the most understanding," said Vice President of Lincoln leading to the crash, but did confirm reports that Parenteau, Associate Dean of Students. "He dedicated and hard working men that I knew, and Center Father George J. McMahon, SJ. "All of the other vehicle was a tractor-trailer, and that worked very hard to see student services were his death will be an enormous loss to Fordham." us share that, and we share that because Gerry both vehicles burst into flames on impact. The met." Assistant Dean Rita Hendricks reflected Gerald M. Quinn was born in Brooklyn and meant so much in our lives." driver of the tractor-trailer was not harmed, said that "Dean Quinn was always open - always will- studied at Fordham College where he received Father McMahon said that because so many police. ing to exchange ideas. Everyone knows his" spirit a B.A. in Classics in 1962. He received his M.A. in the Fordham community have such varied and Police said they are investigating reports that and what he tried to bring out that will still be and PhD in Classical Philology from Harvard vibrant memories of Dean Quinn, a eulogy seem- the car was stalled on the road with the lights off. here." University. ed unnecessary. "He was so bright," said Police said possible reasons include car trou- "He knew students by name," said Leticia He taught classics at a number of colleges, in- McMahon, "And he always had that smile. He ble or the weather, which they said was "very Soto, a senior. cluding Harvard, Fordham and Brooklyn Col- was always happy and he moved around quick- bad" the night of the accident because there was As the CLC community shared its grief, it lege. In 1979, he became Assistant Dean of the ly. That would be the eulogy." a mixture of snow and sleet. became apparent that as an administrator Dean Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and Father McMahon credited Dean Quinn as be- The Office of the Vice-President released the Quinn's greatest gift to CLC was himself. Associate Vice-President for Academic Affairs ing responsible for much of the sense of com- news Tuesday by voice-mail and posted "There was respect and genuine affection for in 1985. He was appointed Dean of CLC in 1989. munity here at CLC. announcements. him," said Dr. James McBride, Chair of the Dean Quinn published several articles and co- "This community was formed in many ways Throughout the college, the reaction was one Humanities Department. authored a book about teaching Latin and by Gerry," said McMahon. "It is a great per- of stunned disbelief. Quinn's special love for the arts was well- Greek,Greek: An Intensive Course,and was plan sonal loss as well as a loss for the institution." "We're all in extreme shock and very known. Professor William Conlon, Director of ning to teach a Greek history course in the spring devastated," said Edward J. Bristow, Associate Studio Arts said, "He was a great supporter of semester. Dean. the arts. The last thing he did before he died was He is survived by his mother, sister and Dean Quinn is remembered for bringing to to go to the opera. He was a wonderful person. brother. ' We'll all miss him deeply

Dr. Gerald Quinn If you want to submit Wake: Thursday, November 14th 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7;O0 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Farenga Funeral Home . 920AllertonAve. • flake the #4 or #2 train to Allerton Ave.) Observer mailbox in Mass: 10 A.M. Friday, Nov. 15th University Church Fordham, Rose Hill Campus

Condolences may be sent to: The late Dean Quinn The Quinn Family % Academic Vice President's Office Fordham University EDITORIAL Dean Touches Many Rose Hill Campus "I would be very disapponted if I did not ministrative statistic, Dean Quinn did his bes Bronx, NY 10458 know a large number of students by the time to facilitate us. When we were strapped for story two or three years was up," said Dean Gerald ideas, Dean Quinn gave us tips on newsworthy M. Quinn when he first was appointed to the events at CLC. When we graduated and need position as our Dean in September 1989. In ed help writing personal statements for gradual beginning his third year, Dean Quinn achieved school, Dean Quinn sat through revision aftei Thoughts of the Man that goal and much more. revision and offered suggestions until the piec There was a man 1 was known to know Was as good as it could be. And when we were Back in the living days Dean Quinn, unlike most administrators, had The man was great as men would go an open door policy. If you needed a recommen- frustrated, confused and needed to air our In oh, so many ways dation, or help with an internship, or were look- grievances, Dean Quinn offered himself as This man that I was known to know ing for a job, or simply needed advice, Dean sounding board. Had passion in his heart Quinn would not only oblige but go a step fur- Gerald M. Quinn was many things. He was His heart produced a loving glow ther and see it to the end. In the two days since an administrator, a classicist and a professor. That touched me from the start his death many people have told of his But above all he was a true friend to the "large This man that I was known to know Was great in many ways benevolence with personal anecdotes of a car- number of students" he came to know. His heart was pure as driven snow ing, giving man. We have all been touched by his untimely In those, his loving days We at the Observer have not been excluded death. And though his living days have passed from reminiscing. We first met him back in the (A poor hand has been dealt) fall of 1989, his first semester as Dean. From Denise Holzka, CLC '91 The memories we have will last ,. ™~ - that moment on a relationship developed that Editor-in-Chief Emeritus .—.--- And the glow will still be felt was more than professional. His interest in our lives manifested itself in many ways. When we John Gardeiia, CLC '90 Jean Archer Managing Editor Emeritus CLC student needed an interview, a quote or an ad-