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Volume 99 Issue 7FiatThe Student Newspaper of AlfredLux University February 1, 2005 CoB revives marketing major after nearly two decades without What’s Students and faculty enthusiastic about the new addition, hope to attract more students

BY MATTHEW BUTTS Business. “We believe there is a demand for these Inside STAFF WRITER majors and that will help our wonderful admissions office with the ability to recruit more students.” The marketing major has been restored at Alfred Two courses that were designed by the School of Art University’s College of Business after a nearly two- and Design have been added to increase the strength of decade absence. the marketing program, said Martin. Visual “People have been waiting for this for a long time,” Communication will be a required course for marketing said Nina Belfield, junior marketing major. majors. Design for Business Vision will be offered as The major was done away with in 1987 because it an elective. did not meet the standards of the Association to Teaming up with the Career Development Center Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the staff, the College of Business is offering a course for organization that accredits programs of the College of academic credit that is designed to assist students in Business. It was required that there be at least three pro- planning to successfully enter the job market, said fessors within a major. At the time, the University had Martin. The course is called Passport to Success, and 75 only two marketing instructors. students signed up Ð more than double the anticipated OLD WEST FOOD CO. The major was re-activated on Dec. 1, when the amount. Next fall, the College of Business will offer a AACSB reduced the minimum number of professors to course in its Student Managed Investment Fund for aca- THE WEST HAS A NEW two. demic credit. Also, the University is looking into bring- LOOK AND NAME Some students are optimistic about the addition. “I ing additional majors online, according to Martin. think the major will attract a lot of students,” said junior Martin has started a new group called the Dean’s marketing student Devin White. “It won’t limit some- Advisory Council of Student Leaders (DACSL) to PAGE 3 one who loves marketing to doing business administra- increase the involvement of students. The main purpose tion.” of the group is to advise the Dean about matters that are White switched from business administration to mar- related to students and to be the representatives of stu- keting once it became available toward the end of the dents to “internal and external stakeholders,” said fall semester. “Instead of having a concentration Martin. in marketing, I can now just major in it,” said Belfield, The marketing major is the only undergraduate pro- who was also a business administration major. gram to have recently been accredited by the AACSB. Eight students have officially switched their majors The Master of Business Administration program, how- to marketing as of the start of the spring 2005 semester, ever, gained AACSB accreditation as of Jan. 25. PHOTO BY MELANIE BRAUN according to registrar Larry Casey. “I think there is a new energy in the College of The marketing major is now offered again in the College of The addition will help AU by increasing enthusiasm Business that will allow us to improve what we do,” Business. Olin Building, pictured above, houses Alfred’s busi- within the College of Business and bringing in more said Martin. ❍ ness classes, which are now offered in business administra- students, said David Martin, dean of the College of tion, marketing and accounting. BRIDGET JONES Bergren Forum kicks off CHECK OUT A Return to America REVIEW OF THE LAT- EST BOOK FROM semester with gunspeak HELEN FIELDING. BY JULIE THARRETT guns, and there are an average of STAFF WRITER 2.5 guns per household. In the last PAGE 5 25 years, 835,000 people have been Professor of Anthropology Robert killed by guns, Myers said. Myers gave a comical and thought- Myers explained that gunspeak is provoking speech, titled everywhere, pointing out that bul- “Gunspeak: The Metaphors We lets are even in our computers. We Live By.” use bullets on Microsoft Word and The first Bergren Forum of the “when Power Point bullets are fly- semester was hosted in Nevins ing no one is safe,” Myers said. Theater on Jan. 27. Even our body parts have been Myers explained that gunspeak, described as guns, Myers said. a language of metaphors used with When referring to biceps, someone firearms, is a huge part of American may say, “Show me your guns!” culture. However, in our culture it is And yes, the penis is also seen as a taken for granted because such gun as in the film Full Metal Jacket TRIPSIDE metaphors seem to be second while troops march along, chanting: nature, he said. “This is my rifle, this is my gun, this Gunspeak is part of a diverse is for fighting, this is for fun.” LONG ISLAND PUMPS semantic field used widely in During campaign rallies for OUT ANOTHER GREAT America, according to Myers. George W. Bush, music from the ROCK BAND “This stuff is everywhere,” he movie Top Gun was played. After said. 9/11, Bush declared war on terror PAGE 6 It is spotted in the media, politics, and told the terrorists, “You can run sports and entertainment, said but you can’t hide,” according to Myers. It can rarely be avoided in Myers. daily conversations, he said, noting Secretary of State Condoleezza that students are often heard saying, Rice said that “not even a silver bul- PHOTO BY MELODIE SCHMITT “Wow, I really bombed that test!” let could have stopped the terrorist Peter Jenkins, center, begins his new walk across America with some Alfred University students. America’s use of gunspeak could attacks.” Jenkins plans on visiting larger cities on his second trip and travelling by car. be attributed to the apparent “gun To conclude his speech, Myers addiction in the U.S.,” Myers said. asked, “Do you have any loaded American citizens own 170 million questions?” ❍ guns, of which 69 million are hand- New Chinese restaurant a “Delight” with Alfred community

WALF SCHEDULE BY JESSICA HENDERSON to excite their palates may no longer have to with the STAFF WRITER Panda in walking distance. CHECK OUT WALF’S “It has changed Alfred tremendously,” said senior SPRING SCHEDULE A new taste has arrived on Main Street. public administration and sociology major Marlene On Jan. 6, The Panda Delight Chinese Restaurant Santana. “We are able to go to Main Street and get opened in Alfred, and it has spiced up the food selec- good food without driving to Hornell Ð Alfred is mov- tion for everyone. The Panda Delight is family-owned. ing up.” PAGE 7 The family relocated from New Jersey to be near fam- The big question is whether or not the new restau- ily who reside in Alfred. rant will take business away from other businesses on “I really dig the Chinese restaurant,” said Main Main Street, or if it will help bring business to Main Street Video employee Chris Tucker. “It is pretty rea- Street. Most of the restaurants on Main Street have sonably priced, and you get a good portion. If they different hours, like D.P. Dough, which closes at 4 would just deliver and stay open later, they would a.m. become the emperors of Alfred.” “I don’t think that the Panda has taken business The Panda Delight’s cuisine is reasonably priced Ð away, because we have two different types of food,” it will not break the banks of college students. said D.P. Dough employee and Alfred State College In the future, the restaurant does not plan on deliv- sophomore Alex Eveland. “The majority of our busi- ering to homes in the community or to college stu- ness is after they close.” dents. The kitchen is only big enough for one chef and From appetizers to special combination platters, the overload of dine-in, take-out and delivery would Panda offers a full menu of Chinese foods. Appetizers be too much for the Panda to handle at this time. include egg rolls, fried chicken wings, fried wontons, However, the hours have been extended to accommo- fried or steamed dumplings. Soup is the least expen- date all their late-night eaters on the weekends. The sive item on the menu costing only ninety cents for a HITTING THE SLOPES restaurant is open seven days a week, Monday- pint. The menu includes several dishes with lo mein, Thursday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 chicken, pork, seafood, moo shu, mei fun, vegetable THE MEN’S AND a.m.-2 a.m., and Sunday 12 p.m.-l0 p.m. If the lights and beef. WOMEN’S SKI TEAMS are on past these hours the restaurant is open. The The Chinese restaurant has been doing extremely HOPE TO DOMINATE Panda often stays open even later to accommodate well, according to Panda Chinese Restaurant employ- THEIR COMPETITION hungry customers. ee Winnie Qui. PHOTO BY MELANIE BRAUN In a small town, there is usually a small selection of “Students should try the place out, the food is of ThePanda Delight, Alfred’s new Chinese restaurant, offers a variety of PAGE 8 dining options, but that is not the case in Alfred. Many good quality and taste,” said Qui. ❍ traditional dishes and late hours for patrons. students who drive to Hornell looking for a new taste Fiat Lux Page 2 Opinion February 1, 2005 Fiat Lux Roving Mom’s words of wisdom ring true Reporter Scams can be prevented Motherly advice helps out in all facets of life awareness training neces- y mom’s been having a rough week. In ing completely defeated, I was prepared for “The Holidays or not, winter addition to the usual stresses of being a Lecture.” I was all set to hear about letting people break is a time to relax, Mstay-at-home wife and mother, it seems down, losing money and letting a shot at a great edu- visit old friends, make sary that a zillion stressful situations and commitments cation pass me by. money and sleep in. Take have suddenly appeared on the scene. Phone calls My mom congratulated me. And she said that she a glimpse into how some It has recently come to campus attention that even members of the home have been heartbreaking Ð I can hear the ten- was proud of me for knowing my limits. of your peers spent their Alfred community are highly susceptible to being scammed. sion in her voice. “Part of growing up,” she said, “is know- time. On January 24, Interim VP of Student Affairs and Dean of Students And then, two days ago, she decided to ing when you need to give something up.” Kathy Woughter sent students an e-mail regarding such an occurrence, send an arrangement of spring flowers to Ah, a new lesson. Quotes and photos by at the request of a recent scam victim from AU. Awareness is what we my boyfriend’s mother. The only thing you have in life is your Jessica Ecock needed, and now we need details and methods of prevention. “I know it’s been a long winter for her reputation. Many steps can be taken in the way of prevention and protection. too,” she explained to me on the phone Does my mother have every right to have Most importantly, whether through the phone or via e-mail, people that night. “I thought she could use a little a nervous breakdown in the middle of the and companies who really do issue grants and awards will never ask shot of springtime.” supermarket? Um, yeah. But that’s defi- you to give them your bank account information. Some scammers are Mom sounded lighter than she had in nitely not her style. As always, Mom is even using company logos, such as Ebay, to try and trick people into days. By turning her energy outward and navigating the storm with grace and digni- thinking that someone has been fraudulently activating their account, focusing on making someone else feel BY ABBY TRIPP ty. You won’t catch her dead airing the and asking them to verify their checking account information in order good, she was able to forget about her Managing Editor dirty laundry, and those skeletons? Well, if to prove customer identity. It’s an easy trap to fall into, unless you lis- own problems for a while. there are any, they’ll be staying in the ten and read carefully. It exemplified one of the many lessons closet. People who have reported scams often say that red flags went up for that mom has taught me through the years: Don’t This was the piece of advice that most irritated me them as a result of simple contradictions in the language of the caller waste precious time and energy wallowing in self- when I was in high school; it’s the one that I hold or e-mail. You can even try to trick them by asking them the same pity. Use your energy to reach out to others instead. dearest now. A good reputation has helped me weath- question a few times to see if the answer is the same. If they tell you The Fiat’s publication cycle has a lot of perks. er a couple of storms here at Alfred. My advisor did- that you are approved for a government grant, ask them the name of Among these is the fact that our last issue is a distant n’t question me when I asked to drop a class Ð he rec- “For Christmas I got a camera, a the agency. In a dorm room, it is especially easy to use the nearest memory by mid-May, when it’s time to focus on final ognized that I had to be in a bad situation. If I don’t fleece and a fiancé. The rest of the computer to Google the company names in which they give you. The exams. The downside is the lack of warm and fuzzy do the reading for a class, professors know it won’t break I worked. It was sweet.” people who called our own AU student, for example, identified them- Mother’s Day tributes that seem to show up (thanks be habitual. I’ll find my footing again. selves as being from Your Choice Government Grant. The first few to the magic of syndication) in my hometown daily Of course, Mom also reminded me, however Ken Isgar search results of that “company” are links to sites like Rip-Off every spring. implicitly, that I didn’t want a flawless reputation. Philosophy Report.com, which is, by the way, a great resource for researching not But my mom’s birthday is coming up. And in the The happy medium is the way to go Ð blemishes only what could happen to you, but also what has happened to others. two weeks that I have been back at school, she has make me edgy, right? Also, if Your Choice Government Grant was a legitimate organiza- reminded me of so many of the lessons that she began Don’t push away the people who mean the most tion, they would most likely have their own website, and a so-called instilling in me from the time I was old enough to to you, even when you’re at your most stressed. government organization should route you too a “.gov” site more talk: After an adolescence full of missteps, I finally lis- often than a “.com”. It’s okay to quit something when it becomes too tened. And it’s serving me well. Enough said. Just because campus phone numbers are not listed doesn’t mean much to handle. I know I’m one of the lucky ones. In my mother I that anyone who calls them is doing so for a legitimate reason. Try The last couple of weeks have been hard on me got a parent and a friend Ð and a woman with a knack and pay attention to who you give your information to. If you’re fill- too. In addition to family stress, I attempted to juggle for handing out sage wisdom. So Mom, thank you for ing out a survey or entering yourself into a contest, ask yourself why a course overload, a plethora of extra-curriculars and all of the life lessons that you passed down. And they would need your phone number and/or social security number in two part-time jobs. Within the space of a couple of thank you for trusting that I would, eventually, listen the first place. days, I quit one of the jobs, one leadership position to them. It cannot be stressed enough how private things like bank account and one four-credit course. When I called home, feel- Happy birthday, Mom. I love you. ❍ information, social security numbers, and credit card information should stay to an individual. Even saying things like your student ID number out loud is something that could hurt you in the end. People Disposable society: Throwaway “I spent my break at home in often overlook the possibility that there could be someone around who Florida enjoying warm weather, is simply good at memorizing numbers, even long numbers. It’s scary palm trees and some home-cooked to think of the possibility of someone could go into your bank and mentality bad for relationships food. It doesn’t get any better than take out all of your money, without even being asked for identifica- that!” tion. People do it with their own accounts everyday. emember the days when things were built to Yes, the one-night stand has always existed. It It’s hard to imagine that people in a town like Alfred are at risk of last? Probably not, but I bet your parents do. would be foolish to say that this is a new phenome- Janiris Diaz being scammed. Students need to take extra precaution wherever pos- RVacuum cleaners, hairdryers, and telephones - non. However, the frequency with which it happens Business Administration sible. One simple fluke or extra charge to an account could possibly Ð all products that used to be built with a quality has undoubtedly increased at an amazing rate among destroy a person’s financial situation and even their credit. A lot of guarantee. My mother has a waffle iron people our age. If you’ve never had a people in college are many miles away from home, and the time it that was made in 1940 and is still in per- one-night stand, pat yourself on the takes to get in touch with someone to help could be extremely harm- fect working condition. back – you’re a rarity. ful. If you become aware that you were scammed, contact your bank Consumers expected that kind of life out As I write this, I realize that most peo- or credit card company immediately. Banks often won’t process stop of the products they bought; it went with- ple don’t see the problem with casual payment requests after 60 days, so don’t hesitate. Be adamant, and out saying that they wouldn’t need to buy sex; and, in all honesty, I don’t even don’t take no for an answer. Just because one person was clever new appliances every five or six years. have a problem with the theory, but the enough to fool you doesn’t mean that you are not in control. A lot has changed in the past few theory does not always work when put The Federal Trade Commission takes very serious action against decades; we have become a disposable into practice. Emotions can be damaged things such as telemarketing fraud and abuse. Since November 2004, society. If it can’t be used once and thrown and expectations shattered; men and there have been significant advancements on 22 such cases, a lot of away, we aren’t interested. We don’t vacu- women alike are left on the street like which involve credit scams. If you are or become a victim of a scam, um the floors – we Swiffer them. Instead LILA BALLIETT trash to be picked up. Disposable dia- do not hesitate to contact as many people as you can to let them know, of saving leftovers in glass kitchenware, STAFF WRITER pers, disposable Gladware, disposable including the FTC. Chances are, whoever did that to you has struck we stuff it in a Ziploc bag (of which there girls, disposable guys … it’s becoming before, using the same identification and scheme. are a hundred kinds to choose from). too common. “I worked over the break at The What AU needs now is training; this is all only the tip of the ice- Not to mention disposable diapers (which take 500 We are an anxious group Ð afraid to sit still, afraid Gap on 34th and Broadway. It was berg. Until then, the Internet is a great resource for finding out what years to deteriorate), paper towels (remember cloth to become committed to anyone or anything, afraid terrible; holiday hours suck. is legit, and what is not. Start at www.ftc.gov, and move to kitchen towels?), and yes, even disposable DVDs that if we’re not transitory, then we’re stuck. We are Customers are rude, aggressive, www.ripoffreport.com for endless scam reports. Use these resources that have an eight-hour life after being opened. constantly consuming and throwing away, consum- annoying and unfriendly. I love as fuel to encourage awareness training, and to reassure victims that Though the environmental implications certainly ing and throwing away; it’s a societal rule that we The Gap, so overall it was fun!” they are one of many who fell into the same trap. bother me, they are not why I am so concerned. It is, can’t seem to break. rather, the effect that this throwaway mentality has I ask again, what happened to the days when U.D. on our interpersonal relationships. It is so ingrained things were made to last Ð when we wanted to hold Business Administration in us to use something once or twice and throw it onto our valuables, not throw them away? When did The Fiat Lux welcomes your opinion. Anyone may away that we feel comfortable doing the same with disposability become our highest expectation? ❍ write a letter to the editor. Submissions must human beings. include name, address, phone number and class year (for students). Letters to the editor should be limited to 250 words; guest columns should be Fit to teach: Should gay limited to 700 words. The Fiat Lux reserves the right to edit all letters for space, clarity, brevity teachers stay in the closet? and fair play. E-mail your thoughts to fi[email protected]. Submissions should follow the t took me many years to admit to myself who I seen” in the school’s community. He recommend- rules of fair play (i.e. get the facts straight). really was. I used to stand in front of the mirror ed that as teachers we go to our students’ basket- Iin my bedroom and try to utter the words “I’m ball games, football games and other functions gay” and couldn’t do it. outside of the classroom. How is it going to look if That was six years ago. Since then, I have year after year, I show up to school events alone become more comfortable in my own skin and or, worse, with another woman? have grown proud of everything about If I choose to be “out” as a gay “I went to New York City to visit Fiat Lux myself. I am more than a homosexual teacher, the consequences could be family and also Myrtle Beach when Production Manager Copy Editors Editor-in-Chief woman; there are additional sides to harassment, physical violence and the it was 30 degrees. It was 75 degrees Adrienne Egglinger Nicole. I am an artist, a rebel, a good loss of my job. Remaining closeted when we left.” Aaron Margulis Tim Inthirakoth Photo Editor Beth Stone Managing Editor Melanie Braun friend, and soon I will be a teacher. could lead to stress, anxiety and News Editor Abby Tripp Asst. Photo Editor In May, my college career will end and depression as a result of having to Jessica Kernan Ashley Swanson Business Manager Monica Edmiston I will be a licensed educator in New York live two separate lives. Art and Design Features Editor Braelin Thornton Web Manager state. After having worked so hard to feel Jessica Ecock Advertising Manager Garri Stratiev I have completed the required credit proud of who I am, there’s the possi- hours and a term of student teaching, and bility that my professional career A&E Editor Valerie Kraft Subscriptions I have passed the exams. New York state might put me back into hiding. Will I Jen Unislawski Billing Manager Paul Gabriel Distribution Manager says that it’s fine for me to teach children BY NICOLE have to go back into the metaphorical Sports Editor Vacant Shaun Latulippe everything I know about art. LATINI closet to keep my job? Most impor- Alex Raskin Faculty Adviser Next issue: Feb. 15 I can’t help but wonder if they would GUEST COLUMNIST tantly to me, how can I help another Robyn Goodman Copy Deadline: Feb. 9 Ad Deadline: Feb. 8 still feel I’m fit to teach if they knew I student who’s in the same position I was a lesbian? was in high school? For some reason, who I choose to love really People are so afraid of things they do not under- Editorial Policy: The Fiat Lux welcomes tion of a broad and liberal education con- upsets our president and much of the country, so I stand, and it’s sad that we can’t get over such a feedback from its readers. Letters to the ducive to free speech. Only unsigned edi- wonder how they would feel knowing a lesbian is small curb. Will parents insist that I am inflicting editor will be subject to editing for space torials reflect the opinions of this newspa- going to be an educator in their fine country. my “homosexual agenda” on their children and and content purposes. The Fiat Lux per. All other editorials reflect the reserves the right not to print any letter. author’s opinion. Should my sexuality have anything to do with have them taken out of my class? Letters must be accompanied by name, The Fiat Lux is printed by the whether or not I get a job teaching? And when I do The only thing that should matter is my skill as a address and telephone number. E-mail: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle and get my own classroom, am I going to have to live teacher, right? In a perfect world, if I genuinely “I went to Massachusetts and ate fi[email protected] or mail letters to: Fiat is typeset by the production staff. It is in fear that a student, coworker or school official care about my students and am successful in teach- Moose Chili. It was delish.” Lux, attn: Editor, Powell Campus Center, funded in part by Student Senate. The Alfred, N.Y. 14802. Fiat can be reached at (607) 871-2192. will discover my sexual orientation? ing them about the arts, then I should have no The Fiat Lux supports the perpetua- A speaker came to one of my education classes problems. I wish it were that simple. ❍ Liz Muise here at Alfred, and I remember he told us to “be Art and Design Fe bruary 1, 2005 Fiat Lux Page 3 National News Howard Dean to speak at Alfred University Woman could do jail time for misusing Yahoo! account BURLINGTON, Vt. Ð Police have ALFRED, NY— Howard Dean, former nor and a former candidate for the died, and was elected to his first full term tion will be the first in a series that will arrested a Burlington woman who governor of Vermont who last year Democratic presidential nomination.” as governor in 1992. He served four more bring at least one “significant speaker” to they say opened a Yahoo! account sought the Democratic nomination for Last year, Dean, 56, sought the terms before leaving office in 2003. the AU campus each year. using a friend’s name and then pre- president, will speak as part of a new Democratic nomination for president, “This is truly an event that everyone Admission to Dean’s presentation, tended to be her. speaker series at Alfred University. which ultimately went to U.S. Sen. John can come to and enjoy, no matter where which will be held in Holmes Officials claim Bess Carney, 26, Dean’s appearance on the Alfred Kerry of Massachusetts. they’re from, because it deals with some- Auditorium, Harder Hall, is free. sent out a series of harassing e- University campus at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dean recently announced he would thing that affects everyone: politics,” Napolitano said tickets will be made mails signed by her friend, Jeanne Feb. 22, is funded by the AU Student seek the chairmanship of the Democratic Myrie said. available beginning Feb. 1, with seating Landau. Through friends, the e- Senate and coordinated by the Student National Committee. Dan Napolitano, AU director of stu- priority given to Alfred University stu- mails landed back in the inbox of Activities Board. Dean is founder and honorary chair- dent activities, praised student organiz- dents. ❍ the real Jeanne Landau. Shocked In his presentation, Dean will discuss man of Democracy for America, a politi- ers, Myrie in particular, for and confused, she asked the police “Youth Involvement in the Political cal action committee that, according to their work in securing Dean’s for help. Process.” its website, is “dedicated to supporting appearance on campus. Police took Carney to court, Maurice Myrie, a senior at AU and stu- fiscally responsible, socially progressive “I think the Student charging her with identity theft and dent coordinator of the Student Activities candidates at all levels of government— Activities Board did an out- a handful of other crimes carrying a Board Speaker Series, expects Dean will from school board to the presidency.” standing job getting someone possible sentence of four years in be a big draw. A physician by profession, Dean began we feel will appeal to students. prison. Carney’s attorney spoke “He’s a well-known figure, of the same his career in politics in 1983 as a member (Dean) is someone who is very out, repeating that Carney is not caliber as (U.S. Senator) Hillary Rodham of the Vermont House of relevant on a national scale,” guilty. Clinton (who spoke at AU in 2000) and Representatives. He was elected lieu- Napolitano said. “Maurice (U.S. Supreme Court Justice) Clarence tenant governor in 1986 and was re-elect- deserves all the credit in the Priest’s accuser finishes emotion- Thomas (who spoke on the AU campus in ed in 1988 and 1990. world for getting him to come al testimony 1998),” Myrie said. “Look at what he’s He became governor of Vermont in to AU.” photo providied CAMBRIDGE, Mass. Ð The man achieved: he’s a doctor, a former gover- 1991, when then-Gov. Richard Snelling Myrie said Dean’s presenta- accusing defrocked priest Paul Shanley of sexually abusing him as a child finished his testimony Friday, despite begging the judge a Excellence in Teaching Nominees named for 2005 Village elections day earlier to spare him from a third day of questioning. Republicans and Democrats have selected candi- On both the Republican and Democratic tickets for The man adamantly stood by his Awards implement dates for the upcoming Village of Alfred elections. a trustee position is Virginia Rasmussen. claims of abuse before stepping Candidates were announced for the Alfred Rasmussen, a Democrat, has experience as a for- down from the stand after 10 hours Village’s board of trustees and mayor. There are mer mayor of Alfred. of testimony, much of that under new method of voting two two-year board terms and one one-year term The Republican caucus was held on Jan. 18. Keith grueling cross-examination by open this election. Gregory will again run as a trustee on the Shanley’s attorney, Frank BY CRYSTAL CRAFT making it easier for both faculty The Alfred Village Democratic Caucus was held Republican ticket. Gregory is the acting mayor of Mondano. STAFF WRITER and students to place their votes. on Jan. 22 in the Terra Cotta Coffeehouse. Alfred, filling a seat vacated by Gary Ostrower, Late Thursday, with the jury out The Excellence in Teaching Running for mayor is Craig Clark. Clark is current- who is currently in Denmark on a Fulbright of the room, the man told the judge It’s fun, it’s easy and it’s a way for Award is a prestigious award given ly on the board of trustees. Lectureship. he couldn’t bear to continue Alfred University students to show to AU faculty members by the Nicole Seibert, a sociology professor at Alfred Candidate Marion Weaver was appointed as a answering Mondano’s intense and appreciation for the faculty mem- University. Full-time faculty who State College, is on the Democratic ticket. AU stu- trustee earlier this year after a trustee passed away. sometimes graphic questions. But bers who have had a profound teach the subject matter well, help dent Ian Adkins, a senior religious philosophy Elections will be held on March 15 in Village the man returned Friday to resume impact on their academic careers. students think critically and pro- major, is running for a one-year trustee term. Hall. ❍ his testimony. It’s the annual Excellence in vide academic help to students out- His breakdown raised the specter Teaching Awards and there’s a new side of the classroom are eligible that the case would collapse, since way to vote. for this award. However, no one he is the lone remaining accuser in Jeffery Norton, a junior mechan- professor can win this award twice AU to hold tsunami relief benefit concert the case against the 74-year-old for- ical engineering major, believes in a row. mer priest, one of the central figures that it is important to vote for fac- Unlike the Excellence in in the Boston Archdiocese’s clergy ulty members for this award Teaching Award given by the On Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. in Homes Auditorium, AU Singers, as well as some Hindi music and tradition- sex abuse scandal. Prosecutors because it gives professors some- University, The Student Senate faculty will hold a concert to benefit tsunami vic- al Hindi dance. dropped three other Shanley thing to look forward to. also offers its’ own award. tims in Sri Lanka. All proceeds will go to Habitat Luanne Crosby is organizing the performances accusers from the case. “It is very important for students However, there is no limit to how for Humanity International through Lowe’s Home and will try to get faculty to perform. Indian food On Friday, before the jury to be involved in this,” said many times in a row that a teacher Improvement, which will match donations. will be available for sale after the concert. If you entered the courtroom, Mondano Norton. “I think teachers need a can win. Organizers hope to donate enough to build at least want to help with the event, by performing or oth- asked the judge to declare a mistri- reputation of all-around excellence The Excellence in Teaching one house in Sri Lanka. erwise helping, contact Luanne Crosby. al, contending the man’s emotional to strive for.” Award issues numerous awards. The concert is expected to include performances There will be a suggested donation of five dol- outbursts during his testimony Changes were made to the vot- First, there is an Independent by Middle Eastern Dance Organization, a chil- lars at the door. ❍ would taint jurors and prejudice ing process because not enough College Fund of New York and dren’s choir and Alfred University Chamber them against his client. Judge students were filling out their New York State Gas Award. This Stephen Neel rejected the request. paper ballots placed in their Powell award is given to the recipient of mailboxes. In past years, juniors the greatest number of votes. Elliot Chang Meth use explodes in cities and seniors were the only students Secondly, there is The Ruth Berger CHICAGO, Ill. Ð Already known as eligible to vote, according to Gary Rubenstein Memorial Award for a rural scourge, methamphetamine Roberts, the chair of Faculty Excellence in Teaching. This is becoming a problem in a number Development Committee, which award is given to a faculty member of U.S. cities. administers this award. Filling out who receives the second largest Meetings of the 12-step group paper ballots discouraged students number of votes. The Joseph Crystal Meth Anonymous have from voting, he said. Kruson Trust Fund Awards for increased in Chicago from one The committee has recently sent Excellence in Teaching are given night a week a few years ago to five email ballots to all students and to four faculty members. a week. faculty. Instead of filling out paper Approximately 12 faculty mem- In the Atlanta area, methamphet- ballots and handing them in, stu- bers will receive their Awards amine users account for the fastest- dents will be able to vote over the April 15 at the Honors growing segment of addicts seeking internet. Convocation. treatment. Rehabilitation centers Robert Myers, a professor of Gail Walker, professor of psy- there are seeing a surge in the num- anthropology and a member of the chology, holds a record of seven ber of female meth addicts, while Faculty Development Committee, wins in twenty years. officials in Minneapolis-St. Paul said he thinks that the number of A modest Walker said, say they’re treating an alarming students voting online instead of “Everyone needs to feel significant number of meth users younger than answering paper ballots will in something and to someone in 18. increase student nominations. life. The Excellence in Teaching “Most people just think it hap- It looks like Myers was correct. Award feels like the People’s pens in the farmlands and the A significant number of students Choice and Golden Globes all prairies or out back behind the had already replied to the email rolled into one.” barn,” says Carol Falkowski, direc- before Jan. 24. “Teaching is what we do, and PHOTO BY MELANIE BRAUN tor of research communications at As of Jan. 24, “Over 100 what we want to do,” said Myers. Elliot Chang performs in front of a packed house in the Knight Club on Jan. 28 the Hazelden Foundation in responses were submitted” said “It’s our first love and responsibili- Minnesota. But that’s not the case Myers. ty.” anymore. Myers did not have any expecta- Students have until Feb. 15 to tions for the number of votes being nominate their professors. ❍ Hearing delayed for train crash submitted. His main concern is suspect LOS ANGELES, California— A man charged with murder for Student Senate Update allegedly triggering the collision of two commuter trains during an aborted suicide attempt appeared in BY ASHLEY SWANSON and just ‘thank yous’ all around.” There Shades made a special allocations should be noted when reporting personnel court Friday, but the hearing was NEWS EDITOR will be a new finance chair Feb. 9. request of $401, which passed nearly speeding. delayed so he could undergo further Publicity Director Tahshauna Williams unanimously on Jan. 26. The money will Alfred’s service fraternity, Alpha Phi medical evaluation. Vice President Katie Kiely is looking for will have the new Web site available for go toward the Shades of Beauty Calendar. Omega, is beginning recruitment next Juan Manuel Alvarez, 25, who a worker to run the Ade Hall recreation viewing at Poker Night. Proceeds will be donated to the week. Information about membership will also apparently tried to slash his center at night. Those interested should e- Officers have new office hours for next Tomorrow’s Children Fund. The calen- be available in Powell Campus Center. wrists and stab himself after the mail her at [email protected]. semester. President Ian Phillips and Vice dars will feature women from AU and Caribbean Students Association’s fashion wreck, was brought to court in what The cable has been switched from President Katie Kiely will be available Alfred State College and are expected to show is Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. in Holmes appeared to be a hospital smock Alfred Cable to Time Warner. Issues with Fridays at 3:30 p.m. or by appointment. cost $6 to $7. Auditorium. Tickets are $6, and there is and had bandages on his wrists. fuzzy cable have been brought up with Treasurer Aris Rodriguez is having Open forum issues included problems an after party in Susan Howell Hall from Standing in shackles, Alvarez had channels higher than 60. This is due to scheduling conflicts and will announce about snow plowing on campus. This is 1-4 a.m. “You’re not going to be doing his head tipped forward and his Alfred Cable’s bandwidth being distorted. her office hours soon. Secretary Aaron always an issue, and problems should be anything anyways.” eyes were downcast, but he looked Additional cable concerns should be for- Margulis is available Thursdays at 4 p.m. reported to Rick Walker, supervisor of Petitions for Student Senate president up occasionally to glance across the warded to Residence Hall Council or by e-mail. grounds, at [email protected]. The and V.P. are due Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. courtroom. ([email protected]). New business included Frank Alegria campus still needs to be plowed on week- Petitions are available on the Student Asked by Superior Court Requests for improved radio service being unanimously added as a member of ends; faculty members are not here but Senate door. Commissioner Dennis Mulcahy if were made and will be looked into fur- elections committee. students still need to get around. Email Bonnie Ye at he agreed to the delay of the ther. Emma Buckthal and Katie Kiely were The door in the Harder Hall closes after [email protected] if you can help arraignment, Alvarez said, “Yes, The fitness committee is looking at announced as Hot Dog Day Chairs. They people too quickly, and some people with the fan dance for the upcoming sir.” He said nothing else. reserving gym time so that non-tradition- will be coming to Senate with budget always manage to get hit. This will be Alfred 2 Asia show or for the Tsunami Authorities say Alvarez caused al students can work out in the gym at requests throughout the semester. passed on to the buildings and grounds Concert. the wreck by driving an SUV onto times convenient for them. Students Activities Board is hosting committee next week. Jessica Henderson is the Residence Hall the tracks, then changed his mind Finance Chair Ryan Chavoustie bid his Howard Dean as a speaker on campus on The light by Tefft Hall is still out and Council rep, so come to her with resi- and left the vehicle. The vehicle farewells but would like everyone to Feb. 22. He is the first speaker in a series will be reported to the security commit- dence hall issues of all kinds. ❍ was struck by one train, which know that he “appreciates all the people they are hoping to conduct throughout the tee. There have also been reports of secu- derailed and hit a second train. up here, on the financial committee … semester. rity personnel speeding. Times and dates Page 4 Fiat Lux Fedruary 1, 2005 The Southwest rolls into town BY JERNEE JOHNSON West Food Company. color lightens up the mood and STAFF WRITER A few people have reacted nega- makes it cozier”. tively to the new name, according The new owners wanted to get The Southwest has inspired the to Bush. away from the fine dining setting. new face of The Manhattan West. “It makes it sound Western,” “Alfred already has a fine dining “The new owners wanted to try said Nkechi Iroh, senior business restaurant, Café Za,” said to make it look interesting,” said student. “I am going to have to get Shardlow. K.C. Bush, manager of the new used to it.” “Students, parents and young Old West Food Company. To complement the new name, professionals needed a place to call In July of last year, Mark and the restaurant began its first phase their own,” said Shardlow. Nadine Shardlow and Dick Stuart of renovations in December. Business has been good for the bought the restaurant from Tim “December break was a good restaurant. Diggins, who opened Manhattan time to start the renovation “The restaurant has a pretty West in 1987. because the traffic [was] light,” good clientele and a new lunch Mark and Nadine Shardlow are said Bush. menu is about to be implemented,” partners in Barbecue Bandits. The owners wanted to work on said Bush. He added that some Barbecue Bandits specializes in the motif for a southern style. The items that were not best sellers southern style barbecue, particular- restaurant’s walls are now painted were taken off the menu. ly southwestern. red and blue, and the floor of the The new menu will be more ver- “We wanted to introduce more bar will be changed. According to satile, according to the owners. of our product in the restaurant,” Bush, the owners were going for a There will be more southern style said Nadine Shardlow. more casual dining setting and a barbecue and new lunch specials According to Shardlow, the comfortable atmosphere. every Friday, said Shardlow. restaurant needed a change. In The previous owner set up more “We even have veggie options October, the new owners had a of a fine dining atmosphere. on the menu now,” said Bush. contest to rename the restaurant to Diggins wanted to bring a city This summer, The Old West try and capture the Southwest venue to Alfred, according to Food Company will undergo the theme. However they also wanted Brenda Langsworthy, head chef. second phase of its renovation. PHOTO BY JESSICA ECOCK to keep it so people could still call “The old atmosphere had a feel- “In the meantime, we are open to The Old West Food Company has taken on a new look and feel from its previous NYC inspired it “The West.” Nancy Gillette, AU ing of New York City type, busi- any suggestions that anybody has,” atmosphere. The new owners hope to create a more relaxed and casual dining experience for ❍ payroll officer and winner of the ness-casual,” said Iroh. said Shardlow. patrons. contest, came up with The Old “Lightening up and changing the Valentine’s Day is for lovers and loved ones

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and we all going to get a Valentine from someone Some of the situations in the book, such as tery, and no questions asked. Dudes love this time know what that means. Those in love will dine out, they like, stop pondering if the guy really marriage, may seem to be for older women, because that’s when they get to pretend they’re not swap cute little gifts, kiss and make everyone “aww” likes you. I just read the best book ever, but it is still a handy guide when it comes dating you. Then they also get to pretend they’re not at them. For others who are not in like/love with any- called He’s Just Not That Into You, written to relationships. responsible for your feelings.” one, this may be a dreadful day. by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo, writers Valentine’s Day tends to make singles If this Valentine’s Day you feel like you are in The reason I want to talk about this subject is and consultants for the HBO series Sex and feel that they are somehow not worthy if “murky areas of vagueness,” buy this great book. The because Valentine’s Day is for everyone. You do not the City. they are not consumed in the traditional book does not solve every relationship problem, but it have to be in love, you do not have to be dating some- The book says a man is just not that into way of celebration. Never judge yourself allows you to go inside the mind of how guys really one and you do not have to receive a dozen roses to you if he displays the following symptoms: by someone else’s standards, especially feel. We spend too enjoy Feb. 14. he’s not dating you, not calling you, not someone who does not like you for who much time wondering The day of love should be shared with friends, fam- having sex with you, he is having sex with you are. how others feel, when ily and, for those dating, with each other. Honestly, someone else, he only wants to see you BY JESSICA I am going to share with you an impor- we should just ask. who cares if you are not dating someone? Buy choco- when he’s drunk, he doesn’t want to marry HENDERSON tant paragraph in the book because I find it Take time to love peo- lates for your best guy or girl friend, make cute cards you, he’s breaking up with you, he disap- STAFF WRITER funny and oh so true. ple who care about for all your friends, wear pink and red, enjoy the day pears on you, or he is married, and he is “Oh, there seem to be so many variations you this Valentine’s of love by loving those who you love all year long. definitely not that into you if he acts like a selfish jerk. to dating, particularly in the early stages of a relation- Day. ❍ For all the girls who are wondering if they are Even girls who are dating should read this book. ship. So many gray, murky areas of vagueness, mys- February 1, 2005 Fiat Lux Page 5 Horoscope White Noise invokes more dead static than fear for audience Aquarius BY JOHN TOMMASINO meet with her publisher. Why did I get the feeling she’d be dead in a few (Jan. 20 Ð Feb. 18) STAFF WRITER minutes? That’s because this film is so predictable that a junior high school student can chart the plot in advance. You’re going to find yourself connecting with someone you hardly know. White Noise isn’t much of a horror film. Anna goes missing and is then determined dead. Keaton immerses It’s amazing how much you can have in common with a perfect stranger. It’s not exactly a psychological thriller either. In fact, this new film himself in the study of Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP), the belief It’s also amazing how good you are at communicating. You should lever- from Universal Studios isn’t even a decent exploration of paranormal that voices from the grave and an apparent afterlife can speak to the living age that talent in your job, too. You’ll be able to go so far if you can figure phenomena like other films such as Signs and Fire in the Sky. through static in our radio, television and cellular phone channels Ð hence out how to make people believe in your vision for the future, but you What White Noise qualifies as is television psychic John Edward’s wet the title White Noise. won’t be able to get them to believe in your vision unless you start talking dream. On the subject of EVP and other paranormal phenomena such as UFOs, about it. Toward the end of the week, a couple of small successes are Michael Keaton stars as a wealthy architect named Jonathan Rivers. alien abductions and ghosts, there is scant, if any, evidence that EVP is going to really lift you up. It’s easy to see where this film is going during the first five minutes as real and can be proven scientifically. Don’t believe me? Watch and listen Rivers’s best-selling novelist wife Anna (Chandra West) announces to to an hour of static and see if you can catch the latest broadcast of Johnny Pisces Keaton that she is pregnant. Carson. (Feb. 19 Ð March 20) The wife leaves their posh suburban home in her sleek yuppie sedan to What follows on screen is all-too-cinematic static as Keaton tries to For a while there, the two of you were total partners in crime. You could speak to his wife. In typical John Edward termi- count on each other for anything. At the start of this week, suddenly an nology, Anna isn’t dead. She has merely “crossed interpersonal complication has emerged. Ah, interpersonal complications. over” into another world. But like the guests on The world is full of them. But, you know, the world isn’t full of people as John Edward’s show, Crossing Over, the spirits diplomatically savvy as you are, and you’ll be able to solve this little spat can’t tell us anything about the afterlife. if you move quickly — by Thursday or Friday at the latest. You are not up This film is really only a problematic for being walked all over, and rightfully so. State your position and be update of other ghost stories for the 21st Century. clear, but be calm about it. This other person will most likely come around In literature of the past, ghosts haunted aristocrats once they have the weekend to think about it. in their mansions. White Noise shows spirits stalk- ing modern bourgeois through their SUVs, cell Aries phones, voice mail and text messages. (March 21 Ð Apr. 19) While I watched this film I realized that if I It’s not all about you. It’s about this other person in your life who, it turns could speak to the dead, I’d only have two ques- out, needs more help and more support than you ever realized. You are a tions about the next world: 1. Is the weather better great listener and a loyal friend, but once this person opens up to you, than Alfred in the winter? and 2. Are movies in the you’re going to feel the burden of what they’re going through. That’s afterlife more entertaining than White Noise? ❍ because you care deeply about their situation. Still, by midweek you real- ize that there’s only so much you can do, and you owe it to yourself not to become too emotional over something you can’t control. This weekend, take yourself out and do something fun. Clear your head a little. Bright Eyes’ fifth album one of the year’s best Taurus (Apr. 20 Ð May 20) BY KELLY DONOHOE love I sell you in the evening in the morning won’t exist.” You were kind of in a rut there for a while, but an unexpected develop- STAFF WRITER Emmylou Harris offers her backing vocals for three of the tracks: “We ment is going to change everything. On Tuesday and Wednesday you’re are Nowhere, And it’s Now,” “Another Travelin’ Song” and “Landlocked going to feel the full range of emotions — maybe a little possessive, Instrumental and lyrical brilliance combine for Bright Eyes’ latest album, Blues.” Her presence adds another level of strength and credibility to the maybe a little passionate — which is to be expected. Change brings out I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning. album and complements Oberst’s vocals wonderfully. funny feelings. Nevertheless, everything that’s happening in your life is It is a rare occasion when an album can be played and truly appreciated Also appearing on the album are Jesse Harris, Jim James of My positive, and there’s no reason to feel anything other than optimistic about in its entirety. Bright Eyes definitely makes the cut on Morning Jacket and Jason Boesal of Rilo Kiley. the path you’re taking, and that will be clear on Friday and through the this, the fifth album. Along with I’m Wide Awake, Bright Eyes is also weekend. Sure, it’s going to feel a little scary at first, but the best things in Acoustic-country-folk-rock surrounds front man Conor releasing another more experimental album, Digital Ash life always do. Oberst’s honest and convincing lyrics. Themes stretch in Digital Urn. from love to drug use to relationships to fighting an unnec- The two are complete opposites, yet both illustrate Gemini essary war. the talent surrounding its creator. While I’m Wide Awake (May 21 Ð June 21) In, “Road to Joy,” Oberst cries, “When you’re asked to is being compared to Dylan and David Byrne, Digital You have a lot of energy. You also have a lot of people to see. This is fight a war that’s over nothing/It’s best to join the side Ash is frequently compared to the likes of Robert Smith going to be one of those weeks when you just go, go, go. Time will fly, that’s gonna win/And no one’s sure how all of this got from The Cure. especially Tuesday and Wednesday. But be sure to pause to take a breath started/but were gonna make them certain how it’s gonna Digital Ash is more electronic and experimental, and — and maybe have a sip of water — every now and again. You don’t want end.” only slightly inferior to I’m Wide Awake. to tire yourself out. On Friday or over the weekend, a friend is going to Oberst’s frustration with war, relationships and death Highlight tracks include “I Believe in Symmetry,” call on you for a favor, and you’re going to have to take action. The chal- echo that of much of his twenty-something audience and “Take It Easy (Love Nothing)” and “Arc of Time.” lenge of it will be fun. adds the integrity that makes this album worth your listen. In “Take It Easy,” Oberst collaborates with Jimmy Tamborello of The Although mostly mellow and acoustic, the album picks up from its Postal Service and creates a completely unique sound. Cancer calm nature in “Another Travelin’ Song,” the album’s most upbeat, Conor Oberst is definitely a promising singer-songwriter and fully (June 22 - July 22) rock/country twang track. deserves his Rolling Stone title of “Rock’s Boy Genius.” I’m Wide Something’s up at home on Monday, and rather than deal with it you’ve Once again, sincere lyrics accompany amazing musical talent. Awake, It’s Morning will no doubt top the list of greatest albums in this decided to flee the house. That’s actually not a bad plan right now. Let In “Lua,” the album’s most emotionally raw and delicate track, Oberst new year, and it is a must have in your rock collection. ❍ someone else sort it out. Why involve yourself in some crazy drama whispers “But me, I’m not a gamble you can count on me to split/The unless you absolutely have to, right? Nevertheless, in spite of your efforts to avoid it, drama might still be on the menu for Wednesday and Thursday. A good friend could turn into a basket case over a minor issue, and you’re going to be the one to calm them down. Ah, friends. So won- AU students take top honors at regional theater festival derful and weird, aren’t they? For the fifth year in a row, Alfred University stu- included Jennifer Mc Clure of Trenton, N.J., a The purpose of the Mehron and Barbizon Leo dents won top honors at the Region II Kennedy senior art & design major, and Theresa Honti of Awards for Theatrical Design Excellence is to (July 23 Ð Aug. 22) Center American College Theatre Festival Wellsville, N.Y., a junior majoring in psycholo- give outstanding student designers national Monday and Tuesday get everything off to an amazing start. Everyone is (KCACTF) competition, held at Muhlenberg gy. recognition and the opportunity to exhibit their finally communicating with one another, and all of the confusion and College in Allentown, Pa., earlier this month. Mc Clure received the Region 11 Properties work at the Kennedy Center. Designs are weirdness that has characterized some of your social interactions lately Alfred University’s theater department was Artisan Award. appraised on the basis of quality, effectiveness, has lifted. What a relief! You’ve learned a lot lately — namely, you’ve represented at the festival by 15 acting and Honti, who was invited to participate in the originality, and rendering techniques. Designs learned which friends are your true friends and which ones you have to design/technical students and two faculty mem- Irene Ryan acting competition based on her may be selected for the regional festival regard- watch out for. Now that you’re feeling more comfortable in your own bers. excellent portrayal of the role of Prudence in the less of whether the production itself is selected skin, you’re going to be able to have a lot more fun, especially on Elizabeth (Betsy) Van Deusen, a senior in the Fall production of Beyond Therapy by for the regional festival. Regional design respon- Thursday and Friday. This weekend, you are going to radiate with confi- School of Art & Design, will advance for the Christopher Durang, reached the semi-final dents select one winner in each area: set design, dence. You’re going to make heads turn. second consecutive year to the national competi- round of 36 actors, competing against approxi- costume design, lighting design, makeup design, tion at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., mately 275 other collegiate actors from the from the regional design entries. Virgo in April. region. Designs of the eight regional finalists in each (Aug. 23 Ð Sept. 22) A graduate of Brockport (N.Y.) High School, “This continued success at the regional festi- category will be on display during the KCACTF Wednesday you’re going to wander into several rooms in need of bright- Van Deusen, won the Region II Mehron Makeup val, where we compete against some of the best national festival at the Kennedy Center in ening. Turn on the charm full blast. Toward the end of the week, you’re Design Award for Excellence in Makeup Design schools in the Northeast, points to the excellence Washington, D. C., in April, 2005. A national probably going to be exhausted, but this weekend you’ll be rejuvenated for the AU Theatre Department’s spring ’04 pro- of our students and the high caliber of instruction winner in set design, a national winner in cos- by a jolt of romance. Do something creative with this special someone. duction of Fiddler on the Roof by Bock, Stein they are receiving”, said Stephen Crosby, profes- tume design, a national winner in lighting and Harnick. Her award was the sole regional sor of theater and chair of the performing arts design, and a national winner in make-up design Libra honor given in the make-up design category. division. will be selected from regional finalists during the (Sept. 23 Ð Oct. 22) Van Deusen also received the “KCACTF Crosby noted that Alfred University will national festival. The beginning of your week will be super. The rest of the week, by com- Region II Barbizon Award for Theatrical Design receive national recognition for its accomplish- National winners will receive an honorarium parison, is going to be a little slower and more routine. But really, at the Excellence in Costume Design alternate for her ments in publications that are sent to colleges of $500 and all-expenses paid trips to New York start of the week you’re at the top of a mountain. Where could you possi- costumes designs for Cloud Nine by Caryl and universities throughout the country. Region City or Las Vegas for workshops and opportuni- bly go from here? Tuesday and Wednesday you may find yourself worried Churchill, one of the AU theatre department’s II of KCACTF includes New York, ties to visit the studios of distinguished designers about your financial situation (it’s understandable if you feel a bit frustrat- fall productions. Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Delaware and the offices of either Mehron or Barbizon ed) but by Thursday you should be out of that funk. A sudden adventure, Other student successes at the regional festival and Washington, D.C. Inc., a premier theatrical supply house specializ- large or small, is going to lead to an exciting discovery on Friday. This weekend? Relax. Take it easy. Scorpio Bridget still teetering on the edge of reason (Oct. 23 Ð Nov. 21) Time to call on the advice of friends. By midweek, find someone who’s BY GERALDINE GENZARDI Bridget’s case there is a certain desperation dri- (even if the results prove otherwise) and shows been in a situation like this before whose opinion you trust, and let them STAFF WRITER ving her. that no one is perfect, but someone, somewhere know what’s happening. At the very least it will feel good to get it off your Through a series of miscommunications will appreciate your imperfections. chest. And, as an added bonus, they’re going to be flattered that you The neurotic, yet lovable Bridget Jones returns Bridget and Mark’s relationship takes a turn for Ultimately this novel is for women and it turned to them for their perspective. You’re drawing closer to several new to share her triumphs, realizations and misfor- the worse and Mark finds himself in the compa- would probably just drive men crazy. It’s a fun friends on Thursday and Friday, in fact. You truly are surrounded by tunes in Helen Fielding’s novel, Bridget Jones: ny of one of Bridget’s snooty, long-legged read that’s easy to relate too, without having to incredible people. This weekend, someone’s going to make you an offer The Edge of Reason. acquaintances. engage your brain too much. ❍ you can’t refuse. Be wise. Don’t refuse it. The Edge of Reason is the sequel to the best Many women can relate to this because men selling novel Bridget Jones’s Diary, both of seem to always go for that one girl who makes Sagittarius which were made into hit movies. As usual, the their stomach churn. (Nov. 22 Ð Dec. 21) books are much better. Now Bridget unwelcomingly resorts back to What are you dreaming about lately? What is it you really want? As you In this novel we find Bridget has finally her life as a singleton, the life she so wanted to set off on this path of self-exploration, there’s a chance you’re going to nabbed a man and appears to be living in com- escape, but assuredly not for long. feel the urge to travel by midweek. This isn’t a bad idea to execute over mitted bliss. Now that she has finally overcome Bridget is forced to fight the temptation of the weekend. It will give you a little perspective on your career, your singleton life, things are going to be easy and going back to Daniel Cleaver, the infamous friends and your life. carefree, right? womanizing ex-boyfriend. Thankfully she Unfortunately this is hardly the case for our couldn’t imagine going back to a man like him, Capricorn dear Bridget. Being involved with the mysteri- especially a man that is Mark Darcy’s biggest (Dec. 22 Ð Jan. 19) ous Mark Darcy creates a new problem for her: foe. Are you doing what you love? Are you itching to make a change? Some of the idea of losing him and the obsession that Along with Cleaver’s drama, she has to deal your friends are in the same boat, career-wise. It’s a boat whose direction comes along with it. Now, not only does she with ongoing disputes between her best friends is a little unclear. It would not be a bad idea to spend some time later this feel like she has to stress over her weight, work, over who is marrying who and why, theories on week planning for the next couple months, and maybe, in an abstract way, and family issues, but she has to contend with a dating, her yearning for Darcy and the never- the next couple of years. boyfriend who is virtually emotionless and who ending battle between her parents. has a knack for making her feel like an infidel. Bridget is a woman who is easy to love, No woman should put up with this, but in gives all her endeavors an admirable effort photo provided Page 6 Fiat Lux February 1, 2005 Long Island-based rockers independent and proud

BY CHRIS DUNSHEE that name, so [we] decided to just keep it.” sic.com. eral weeks in 2004 recording more new songs. STAFF WRITER Just four months after forming, the band recorded Tripside has had plenty of chances to hone their Rather than sell their new material, the band has The Tomorrow EP. This six-track release showcased live shows, having performed on several cross-coun- posted it online at http://www.purevolume.com/trip- Tripside’s punk-infused rock sound while paying try tours, including Lollapalooza 2003. side. For many years, Long Island has produced great homage to their musical influ- From Farmingdale to Fresno, This new material runs the gamut from the rock artists. ences (like 311, Jimmy Eat Tripside has performed across Thursday-like “Sound of Sirens” to the angry and Billy Joel, Pat Benatar and the members of Blue World and The Police). With the country winning new fans. impassioned “Anyone and Everyone,” which Siegel Öyster Cult all grew up in the area. Today, artists stellar tracks like the upbeat Their favorite experience tour- considers to be Tripside’s most meaningful track. like Taking Back Sunday and Brand New have “Let’s Go Down” and the ing was their early 2004 run The standout song, however, is “Say Goodbye.” cemented the area’s status as a hotbed of indie rock. crunching chords of “Realize,” with Alien Ant Farm. With a slick video and an incredibly catchy hook, Next in line is Tripside, whose live shows and new Tripside’s sound possessed the “They’re definitely the coolest this song is one of the most radio-friendly songs LP, Take You Home, have earned rave reviews from radio-friendly polish many bunch of guys we know,” said you’ve never heard. fans and critics alike. bands need years to develop. Siegel. “They took us out on a With such talent and potential, it’s hard to believe The band got its start in 2001, founded by lead The critics took notice; The Southwest tour for a bunch of Tripside hasn’t been signed to a label yet. The band singer/guitarist Ryan Siegel. The band was original- Tomorrow EP was voted the dates, and it was the best time doesn’t seem to mind, however. ly comprised of three members: Siegel, drummer number-one local CD of 2002 we’ve ever had.” “The best part [of being in Tripside] is being on George DeHaven and bassist Michael Sadis. It was by Long Island music mag The photo provided That tour came about the road with three of my best friends, playing music for that reason the band took the name Tripside Island Ear. Remarkably, after AAF drummer Mike and meeting new people,” said Siegel. This attitude (shorthand for ‘triple-sided’). Tripside beat both Taking Cosgrove “discovered” the is reflected in his advice to young musicians. “Have They kept the name even after adding guitarist Back Sunday and Brand New to win the prestigious band. Cosgrove also produced Take You Home, the a lot of patience, because it’s not always fun and Frankie Martinelli in 2002. As Siegel added, “We award. The Tomorrow EP is out of print but can be band’s 2003 full-length album. games. But make sure you never lose sight of why had already developed a pretty solid fan base under listened to in its entirety at http://www.tripsidemu- During a break from the road, the band spent sev- you play music in the first place: to have fun.” ❍ HUMOR COLUMN Don’t call me cheap: Growing up Jewish in a goy eat goy world Time for a “sabbatical”

“You say ‘oy’ too much,” a friend once told me. found out I was Jewish. from the “shipwreck” Just being Jewish is hard enough sometimes in It sickens me now to think I didn’t kick his teeth in, but America. Being half Jewish, half Catholic, full “heathen” instead I was ashamed. I had it in my head that if I told as I’ve been called, is even harder. Growing up in Staten someone my parents didn’t buy me something, they Island is not exactly growing up in Israel; Jews are few would automatically think, “That’s because they’re cheap s I left my building to walk to class while he stands there with an expression and far between. I had one good Jewish friend and every- Jews.” I didn’t want to be cheap Jew. It’s not as bad to be on Jan. 20, the wind shifted direc- that can only be described as some bizarre one else was pretty much everything but: cheap if you’re goy, but if you’re Jewish, you Ation to blow snow right in my face. combination of smug and dopey. “goy,” the Yiddish word for non-Jews. are only a stereotype to be abused, or to have Even more conveniently, the wind turned Bush’s most famous strategy is making By Jewish law you are Jewish if your pennies thrown at. around again as I made my way back to up words. Sometimes he prefers to simply mother is; therefore, I am Jewish in the eyes Other Jews my age must have felt the same, Reimer, so I was once again stung by the misuse words that already exist or say of tradition. My father was raised Roman because we spoke in code: Hebrew school snow. In other words, I was in quite an things that are nothing short of imbecilic. Catholic and is the only one of his five sib- became “H-school” and our Bat Mitzvahs uncomfortable situation. Examples of all three of these lings who does not have a crucifix at home. became “Bats.” It seems ironic that that day methods can be easily found in So to my Catholic friends, I was Jewish since Until I was 20 years old, I was almost like a was also the last day of the $50 his inaugural speech. I had not been baptized, but to my mother’s closeted Jew. In front of around fifty people at million clown parade that To start off with lies and Jewish friends, we weren’t Jewish enough. Resident Assistant training I outed myself. I ensured that all the people of hypocrisy, let’s take a look at the We were not the way they were: doctors, rich JESSICA ECOCK called myself “Jewish Jessica” and my face the world would be in quite an man’s views on bigotry, as pro- and kosher. FEATURES EDITOR instantly burned hot as a menorah, tears salty as uncomfortable situation for the jected in his inaugural speech. My childhood memories are confusing. I a gefilte fish swimming down my cheeks, and I next four years. “…we cannot carry the message remember my mother becoming angry when I was reborn. This became clear the of freedom and the baggage of told Jehovah’s Witnesses that we had no Bible in the Don’t get me wrong; although I accept myself for who moment that our oblivious bigotry at the same time,” he house and for going to church with my Catholic friends I am, it’s still not easy being Jewish. leader made his way down the says. This comes from the man for fun. She also told me at eighteen that we do not cele- I’ve been told that I am going to hell for not being bap- street in his limo, smiling and BY EÓIN O’NEILL who is hell bent on passing a brate Christmas, although we had since I was born. tized and that my grandmother’s soul needs prayers since waving at the multitude of peo- STAFF WRITER constitutional amendment ban- To make my confusion worse, my mother would con- she is in hell for not believing in Jesus. It only made me ple chucking snowballs and ning same sex marriages … stantly tell me, “Meet a nice, Jewish boy.” I would have stronger and more proud to be a minority in this goy other objects at his car, standing in silent because that’s not bigoted at all. to remind her that she didn’t marry a nice, Jewish boy. world. protest and carrying empty caskets to rep- In order to take notice of the ridiculous She married goy and her children are forever scarred I don’t run around shouting “Mazel tov,” or “It’s a resent the soldiers that gave their lives in amount of applause he receives, you’ll “mutts.” good day to be a Jew!” But I do love knowing tons of Iraq. have to take a look at a video of the inau- Growing up Jewish was hard, but more upsettingly, it Yiddish words, calling myself a Jewish American Once he reached his podium, the man guration, which is easily accessible online. was embarrassing. I was too proud to not admit my Princess, the stereotype of Jews being rich and remem- that somehow snuck his way into office (For extra fun, listen closely near the end Jewish-ness, but since I figured it was written all over my bering the Hanukkah Prayers. began to give his speech. As you all know, of the speech, and you’ll hear a guy in the long nose and dark hair, I would reluctantly give up the I still honor my father’s background, because I am as Bush’s inability to speak has been the sub- background booing our ever-so-adored information as if I were a cornered spy. “Yeah, I’m much a part of him as of my mom. ject of innumerable jokes, calendars, president). Scottish, Irish and Russian. My dad is Roman Catholic My only living grandparent is from Scotland and I now books, t-shirts, talking dolls, and more For an example of his poor control of the and my mom is Jewish. I don’t know what I am yet.” couldn’t be prouder to be a mutt, or a heathen, to be recently, a scientific study that proved that English language, check this out. I stressed “Roman” to emphasize the fact that his fam- Jewish or to even say “oy” too much. ❍ Bush’s IQ is actually slightly higher than According to Bush, after the “Shipwreck ily was of a stricter sect of the religion. Forget admitting that of a muskrat. However, that recent of communism,” the free world was I was Polish; that’s an admission I’ve only just started. gain of scientific knowledge has been dis- blessed with “years of relative quiet, years People weren’t very accepting of my heritage, but neither proved by a cursory examination of Bush’s of repose, years of sabbatical … ” was I. I had pennies thrown at me by a stranger when he inaugural speech. The muskrats will be Shipwreck of communism? Years of sab- receiving their letters of apology shortly. batical? So Bush is saying that after the Dubya seems to have three major strate- collapse of communism, the leaders of the gies for his public speeches. The first sim- free world took time off from their jobs for ply involves him sticking to the old politi- a long period of research? cal standbys: lies and hypocrisy. His With any luck, maybe Bush himself will second is to pause after every fifth word to take some time off from his job and let allow the audience to applaud and cheer someone with half a brain take over. ❍

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playoffs without Seymour or their starting corners, Ty …Patriots Law and Tyrone Poole. Instead of giving credit to Corey Dillon and the offensive line for dominating CONTINUED FROM BACK PAGE the game, the press seemed more concerned with the field conditions and Belichick’s game plan. Obviously Belichick’s game plan would include a choose formations that suit his players. The more heavy dose of the running game, seeing as the Patriots capable players he has, the more schemes he can wanted to limit the number of touches the Colts’ implement. I’m sure there are other defensive coordi- defense would have. Anyone who knows anything nators in the league who would like to have all of about football would have had the same game plan in Crennel’s formations, but they do not have the per- that contest. sonnel to accommodate that. If you want to see how drastically the Patriots are The Patriots win because they are the best organi- underrated, player for player, look no further than the zation from top to bottom. Bob Kraft is a great owner, Pro Bowl roster. Tom Brady, Richard Seymour and but a great owner is not needed to win a Super Bowl. special-teamers Adam Vinatieri and Larry Izzo were Jerry Jones won Super Bowls in spite of his immense the only New England players to be selected. ego and his need to be involved with player personnel The fans, players, and coaches neglected to select decisions. If he was a great owner, why did he replace Corey Dillon, Rodney Harrison, Eugene Wilson and Jimmy Johnson with Barry Switzer? Does Bob Kraft Tedy Bruschi because they are treated like buttons being a nice guy help the Patriots on Sunday? I don’t that are merely pressed by Belichick. All of these think so. players, including second year safety Eugene Wilson, I am not saying that the coaching staff and the own- were very good before they even met Bill Belichick. ership of the Patriots are not fantastic, but when you On Super Bowl Sunday, even though Bob Kraft get a great meal at a restaurant you send your compli- and Bill Belichick will be holding it, the Patriots play- ments to the chef, not the manager. ers will be the ones who earned the Lombardi Trophy. The apex of this dilemma occurred after the Patriots defeated the Colts in the second round of the Editor’s Note: New England 23, Philadelphia 13. ❍ Swimming and diving team compete in a dual meet

ALFRED, NY — The Alfred NY/Palmyra-Macedon) and sopho- NY/Norwich) placed second in the University men’s and women’s more Erin Collins (Owego, 400 medley relay. swimming and diving teams com- NY/Owego), with respective wins The AU men’s and women’s peted in dual meet action at in the 200 freestyle and 1-meter teams compete in their final regular LeMoyne Saturday afternoon. The diving. season dual meet Saturday, Jan. 29, AU men’s team won, 154-144, Other top performers for AU 1 p.m. at St. Lawrence. ❍ while the women’s team lost 170- were freshman Danielle 122. Sandy (Saratoga Springs, The AU men (6-1, 4-1 Empire 8) NY/Saratoga), second in the received victories from junior Alex 1000 freestyle; senior Lacy Crowell (Wayland, MA/Wayland) Clifford (Oil City, PA/Oil in the 100 breaststroke and 100 City), second in the 200 back- freestyle, senior Kevin Martin stroke; sophomore Zara Racz (Conesus, NY/Livonia) in the 200 (Morristown, NJ/Morristown), butterfly and 100 butterfly, sopho- second in the 100 breast- more Brandon Striker (Caledonia, stroke; freshman Bethany NY/York) in the 200 freestyle, Ackley (Horseheads, junior Brian Gotham (Syracuse, NY/Horseheads), second in 3- NY/Nottingham) in the 200 breast- meter diving; and freshman stroke and freshman Page Beecher Lindsay Scypta (Plymouth, (Scarborough, ME/Scarborough) MI/Cranbrook Kingswood), in the 200 individual medley. second in the 200 breast- Martin, Striker, Beecher and stroke. Crowell won the 400 freestyle The AU women’s team of relay. Clifford, Scypta, junior The AU women’s team (5-3, 3-2 Rachel Saroka (Groton, Empire 8) were paced by sopho- NYGroton) and senior Lauren more Jessica White (Palmyra, McCormack (Norwich, Sports Fiat LuxAU • Alfred University • February 1, 2005 Ski team off to another winning season BY ALEX RASKIN able to, nobody can beat [Alfred].” for the team this year,” said Walsh. be a large obstacle. SPORTS EDITOR It is no surprise however that the “He was definitely well coached “It’s tough because we can only Saxons compete with some of the before he got here.” Steele, a compete with four girls now,” said The Alpine skiing season got larger schools in the country. freshman from Keene, N.H. took Rung. “If two girls get hurt than under way last week in Alfred’s “We’re coming off four straight second overall at Swain, winning we’ll be done for the year.” With back yard, Swain Mountain, as the undefeated seasons from a few the slalom and finishing second in Knee injured, Rung becomes the men took first place and the years ago,” added Walsh. The the giant slalom. only upperclassman on the team. women picked up sixth out of Saxons have benefited from Another top performer for the Rung however feels no pressure to twelve teams. Senior Matt Seavey Walsh’s 30 years experience as a men at Swain was senior Jared perform to fill the gap left by placed first overall individually coach at Swain. Mostue, another New Hampshire Knee’s absence. after winning the giant slalom and Seeing as Swain is Alfred’s product, who took fourth overall. “We’re all pretty much equal,” taking second in the slalom. Junior home turf, one might assume that In collegiate skiing scoring is added Rung. The senior from Anna Rung had a strong showing Alfred had a large advantage in based on the top three performers, Colden, N.Y., does feel the need to for the women, finishing tenth in their first meet of the season. “It is so having three strong skiers like step up her leadership on such a the slalom. only a small advantage,” explained this allows the Saxons to compete young team. “Of course … We While some at Alfred may take senior Matt Seavey. “We’re strong with just about anyone. obviously need to be more aggres- the skiing team for granted, it is wherever we go.” Much of that “With three great guys at the sive.” remarkable how Alfred not only strength lies with Seavey himself top, it’s easier for me to tell the Before the release of this article, stays competitive, but beats as he has finished first overall in rest of the guys to be aggressive,” the ski team would have already schools with an enrollment ten the Empire division for the past explained Walsh. “Hopefully, If performed at the USCSA Mideast times the size of our own. two seasons. Matt [Seavey], Jared [Mostue], Conference crossover races at “The schools we compete The most impressive thing about and Lincoln [Steele] all ski clean, White Face Mountain. Their next against have 20,000 kids,” the men’s squad this year is that they’re not going to be beat.” performance will be at Ithaca’s PHOTO BY MONICA EDMISTON explained coach Kevin Walsh. Seavey is being paced by a fresh- The women’s team performed Bristol Mountain on the fifth and Alfred skiing opened the season on Swain Mountain with suc- “We’re going against Cornell and man, Lincoln Steele. well, but a second ACL injury in sixth of February. ❍ cess. Syracuse, but if we ski like we’re “Steele brings so much depth two years to junior Erin Knee will Men’s basketball enjoys winning ways

BY CHAD WINANT of the game,” Bryant explained. “But if I’m fied’. We’re happy with this win, but let’s get STAFF WRITER not scoring, I’ve got to help in other ways.” onto the next one,” added Murphy. “I had Quentin was not in a Saxon uniform for the expectations. The Alfred University football team won the past two seasons, which landed Alfred an 8-42 I’m just looking for them to improve and Eastern College Athletic Conference combined record, but he is confident in the believe in what their [coaches] are telling Championship on Nov. 20. Now the men’s team’s progression. them. basketball team looks to continue what could “We just played game to game,” said Bryant. They’re going to be good, they’re doing that be the start of a winning tradition at AU with a “We don’t think about how many wins they and they support each other.” start of 8-8. had last season or the season before. We just This year more than in the past, the seats at “I’m glad we have eight wins but the season go out there and play and don’t try to let that McLane Center are starting to fill up with is a marathon, and we’ve got to keep getting get to our minds. If we let that get to our members of the student body. The obvious better in certain areas,” coach Jay Murphy minds, we’ll start getting nervous, and we answer to that would be that the team are final- said. “I just keep telling [the team] to go to the don’t want to lose and start playing bad. So we ly winning. next game.” just take it game to game.” “As cheesy as it sounds, I get chills from it,” The Saxons won eight games in the last two Starting center and 2003-’04 Empire 8 said Stein. “I mean you’re out there, you’re seasons. This season they have tied that num- Rookie of the Year Dillon Stein brings a bull- playing and they are all there to see something ber, falling one point short of a ninth win due like attitude to the paint for Alfred. Dillon happen. To start getting people in the stands to a buzzer beater from Utica College on Jan. experienced the hardships of losing, and like and contribute to the atmosphere, it’s nice.” 22. However, spirits are high, and the Saxons everyone else he is not content with just eight Murphy was around during the time of the are showing no sign of slowing down. wins. “Saxon Crazies,” which consisted of students. “For anyone who knows about basketball, “Obviously we’re frustrated with the losses Some students would go as far as dressing up any time you’re winning things go a lot better we’ve had this year. We’ve had a few we in cow costumes and show up to the game to – winning cures a lot of problems and that’s shouldn’t have had,” said Stein. “It’s definitely cheer on their team, according to Murphy. helping us right now,” said student assistant an improvement on the last two years, but “Any time there is more fan support and stu- coach Eric Fleishman. “We have to get into the we’re all expecting a lot more. We’re not dent support, it helps the team because they Empire 8 Conference Tournament, and from happy with eight wins, we want 11, 12, 13 … see there’s an interest, and it gets them more there it’s a two-game season.” 15 wins; we want the Conference pumped to play, and they play better when The Saxons made some changes to the team Tournament.” they’re out there,” Murphy said. “Does it sur- this season and are starting two transfers. Rob A common theme in any sport is that you prise me? No, because when you win, they’re McCarter is starting at guard for the recovering learn how to lose before you learn how to win. going to show up. If you have a good product, Chris Lemasters, whose playing time is limited This Saxon team knows what they’ve been they come.” PHOTO BY MONICA EDMISTON due to injury. Quentin Bryant, who transferred through, and it has helped build character. Alfred’s next home game is Feb. 11 against AU men’s basketball team is 8-8 on the seaon and hope to continue on from Alfred State College, brings much-need- “[Ryan] Hallett has said to me, ‘Hey coach Ithaca at 8:00. ❍ with a successful season. New additions bring much needed versatlilty. ed versatility to the guard position. we won eight games’, and my joke to them is “I feel as if I am a big help on every aspect ‘We’re not the Snickers group, we’re not satis- Women’s hoops For the root of takes a hard fall Patriots dominance, BY STEVE BARZ their second in as many nights. STAFF WRITER The road ahead for the Lady Saxons was only getting harder as ob Kraft did not make a office or the coaching staff should The Alfred University women’s bas- the 14-1 St. John Fisher Cardinals single tackle be aimed at the men ketball team was off to a solid start at came into town for an Empire 8 Bthis year. Bill who take the field. 3-2, but it is just 1-8 in its last nine match-up. The women again started Belichick never threw The Patriots’ games. Since returning from winter quick, but fell quicker as they found a pass. Charlie Weiss offense never makes break, the women have played Pitt- out why St. John Fisher is one of the did not make one mistakes. They never Bradford, Hartwick, Utica, and St. better Division III women’s basket- block and Romeo turn the ball over John Fisher. ball teams in the nation this year. Crennel could not jam because Brady does not In their first game back from the The final score of the game was 82- a single receiver. force the ball into tight winter break the women fell to Pitt- 62, but there was a positive that came Since the Patriots places, New England Bradford 54-49 in front of a home out of this game, and that was getting defeated the Steelers receivers run the cor- crowd at the McClane Center. younger players more playing time. in the AFC champi- rect routes and Corey Kylene Knoll had a team-high 11 Freshman Catherine Hoffman was onship game, America ALEX RASKIN Dillon seems to have points and was tied with junior co- again the leading scorer with 16 is so abuzz about the SPORTS EDITOR corrected the fumbling captain Meg Coddington in rebounds points and tied Meg Coddington with Patriots’ dominance problems he had earlier with 6. The women showed their 6 rebounds to lead the team. upstairs and under the in his career. heart in their next game against “We’re not working together as a headset that they forgot about the The Patriots’ defense never Hartwick. team like in the beginning of the players. makes mistakes. Crennel’s master Down 19 points with seven min- year,” said junior center Kylene Everyone keeps asking for the plan on defense is that he lets his utes remaining, the women were able Knoll. “We need to push each secret to the Patriots’ success. It is highly intelligent and versatile to gain some momentum and pull other in practice more so that we not that hard. Player for player defenders make plays. Rodney within two points with less than a aren’t as pressured during games.” they are the most complete and the Harrison, Tedy Bruschi, Eugene second remaining. But in the end While their season is not going as best team in the NFL. Why is it Wilson, Rosevelt Colvin, and they came up just short in their effort well as originally hoped for, the that the loss of All-Pro defensive Roman Phifer are not only fantas- to pull off the come-from-behind vic- women are still optimistic about the end Richard Seymour can be over- tic against the run, but all are tory, losing the game 54-52. rest of their season. come so seamlessly? The Patriots excellent pass defenders. Freshman Catherine Hoffman was “There are still plenty of games had the best backup defensive The Patriots’ defense is too 10 out of 12 from the foul line and left for us to win, so we’re not giving lineman in the game with Jarvis complex for most offenses to han- led the team in points with 14. Senior up yet,” said Knoll. Green. The so-called experts on dle. Crennel can implement com- co-captain Michelle Kelly added If the women can string off a few ESPN and Fox have fallen so plicated schemes, one involving points and Meg Coddington had a wins here in the next couple of hopelessly in love with the man- no down lineman, because of the game-high 11 rebounds. The battle weeks, they will be in good shape agement and the coaches that they team’s depth. Due to the fact that against Hartwick obviously took a heading into the Empire 8 confer- PHOTO BY MONICA EDMISTON seem to think that Belichick grows they have so many good players toll on the women the next day as ence tournament. The women’s basketball team struggles to stay afloat against tough football players in a jar and not on defense, especially at line- they played Utica College. The The Saxons’ next home game is Empire Eight competition. Team work has derailed and results have that the Patriots’ players are the backer, Crennel can pick and women got off to an early start but against Keuka on Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. ❍ been subpar on the season. best in the game. Every generic then began to fade quickly. It was a statement attributed to the front SEE PATRIOTS, PAGE 7 tough 58-45 loss for the women,