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Page 24. theBARUCH COLLEGE, THEticker CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK VOLUME 92 • ISSUE 10 WWW.THETICKER.ORG NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Talking Tablet heightens senses Major law BY LILLIAN RIZZO schools CONTRIBUTING WRITER Baruch College is known for its revamp business program, new building and its high academic standards. But there is something new to add curricula to this list. Now another notable characteristic of the school is that one of its staff is the fi rst to win the BY JACK TEBELE Touch of Genius award from the SENIOR STAFF WRITER National Braille Press, in partner- ship with the Gibney Family Foun- Many law schools around the dation. country have recently decided to Karen Gourgey, director of the change their academic curricu- Computer Center for the Visually lums. Some have changed fi rst- Impaired, along with Steve Landau, year requirements, added inter- president of Touch Graphics, have disciplinary electives or created been awarded for the invention of more clinical programs. Th is is the Talking Tactile Tablet. no small feat considering the fact Gourgey and Landau were rec- that almost all American Bar As- ognized for this award earlier in the sociation-approved law schools semester, and on Th ursday, Oct. 25, previously had almost identical they went to the awards ceremony fi rst-year curricula for fi rst-year at Massachusetts Institute of Tech- students. nology in Cambridge, Mass. Th e idea was that a student’s Th ere, the two received their academic performance in the award from the National Braille fi rst year of any law school could Foundation, as well as being hon- properly be compared and evalu- ored by the Gibney Family Founda- ated against any other law school. tion dinner. Th is award was thought Highly regarded law schools of by Frank Gibney, who Gourgey such as those of Harvard Univer- spoke of with gratitude. sity, Stanford University and Co- Receiving this award was noth- lumbia University have become ing short of wonderful for Gourgey SVGOPEN.ORG pioneers in this revolution and and Landau. “It was hugely gratify- have already made considerable The Talking Tactile Tablet, invented by Karen Gourgey, is a learning system for the visually impaired. changes to an otherwise estab- SEE GOURGEY PAGE 2 lished curriculum. Th e question that remains is why a curriculum would fi nally change after 150 years and why these changes are occurring in Gaunt wins the fi rst place. Th ese changes are the result of a report compiled by Blending business and social services the Carnegie Foundation, which Merriam Prize stated that what was being taught interests. “I got to see what it would be is not what is being practiced BY NICOLE LEE n Novel program Th rough AH, students are like to work for a non-profi t,” said in real world legal situations. SENIOR STAFF WRITER placed into internships that satisfy Blackwood, a NextGen scholar- Th e foundation believed that allows students their career interests. ship recipi- schools were taking the wrong Baruch College music profes- “I interned at AC- ent. approaches in teaching, and us- sor Kyra Gaunt was honored at to give back CION NY, in micro- More- ing material that may not even this year’s national conference of fi nance,” said Zoie over, the pro- apply in contemporary times. the Society for Ethnomusicology BY STACEY KOROLKOVA Blackwood, a gram grants In fact, there is such enthusi- on Friday, Oct. 26. Her book, Th e PRODUCTION MANAGER junior majoring Baruch stu- asm for reforming the curricu- Games Black Girls Play: Learning in political sci- dents direct lum, that Stanford will hold a the Ropes from Double Dutch to Up until now, the Baruchian ence. “I worked access to conference in December to fur- Hip-Hop, was the co-winner of the prototype has been devouring with the under- over half a ther discuss these changes. ten Society’s 2007 Alan Merriam Prize. Th e Wall Street Journal and hav- writing depart- million non- schools will be represented, and Michael Largey also won for Vo- ing heart attacks whenever the ment, provid- profi t em- will include the City University of dou Nation: Hatian Art Music and Dow Jones Industrial Average falls ing need-based ployees and New York School of Law, the New Cultural Nationalism. by a few index points. However, loans to immi- 342,000 volun- York University School of Law and According to the Society for as Tuesday’s American Human- grants.” teers. the University of Dayton School of Ethnomusicology’s website, the ics information session showed, Th e program taps “Th e profi cien- Law. Th e goal of this conference is Alan Merriam Prize “recognize[s] a growing number are also inter- into the tremendous cies and networks for the representatives to share the most distinguished, published ested in social policy and devel- New York City nonprofi t I am developing through their thoughts, ideas and tech- English-language monograph in opment. sector. Th e sector hosts over this internship will defi nitely help niques for improving the current the fi eld of ethnomusicology.” Th e Th e American Humanics pro- 27,000 organizations and agencies. me reach my goals [of starting an system. All of the talks will culmi- award is given to a book published gram, according to the website, Its combined budget is $43 billion organization of my own],” said Ja- nate with the creation of another within the past two years. is the only national organization and it serves over 2.2 million peo- mie Darrah, senior, who interns report in 2010. “I was absolutely fl oored and certifying undergraduate college ple everyday. in communications and develop- Two specifi c problems that delighted when I heard about re- students in nonprofi t manage- “Th e American Humanics pro- ment for AH. various law schools have found ceiving the Merriam Prize,” said ment. Th is program provides gram at Baruch may open new Th e program is still new and included the need to understand Gaunt. “I learned in that moment competency in all aspects of man- career opportunities in the non- relatively small at Baruch. Where- and be familiar with foreign laws that my offi ce in the Vertical Cam- agement, range from Human Re- profi t sector for students that share as the American Humanics pro- and legal systems, and second, pus is sound-proof because I was sources to fi nance for non-profi ts. nonprofi t organizations’ vision of gram started 50 years ago, the Ba- the need to be able to advise po- screaming at the top of my lungs Th is fl exibility allows even the service to humanity,” said Stan Alt- ruch chapter is only one-year-old. tential clients on the relevance diverse pool of business-minded man, Baruch College’s campus di- SEE PROFESSOR PAGE 3 Baruch students to satisfy their rector of American Humanics. SEE AMERICAN PAGE 3 SEE LAW PAGE 2

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Th e Talking Tactile Tablet con- Council Speaker Christine nects to one’s computer through a Quinn made the announcement USB port. Instead of braille, tactile regarding the “New York City Plas- pictures are described auditorily. tic Carryout Bag Recycling Law.” Th e audio instructs the use the Th is law, if enacted, would require entire time and Touch Graphics has store operators to provide bins for created numerous programs to use collecting plastic bags printed with with it. One can do an oral cross- the words, “Please Return Th is Bag word puzzle or look up a place on To a Participating Store For Recy- a map, in which the person touches cling.” Th ey would also need to be portions of the map and it an- in letters three-inches high, sell re- nounces what place it is. usable bags not made of plastic or Th ere is also a statistics program paper and submit annual reports to that Touch Graphics worked with the department of sanitation on the VICTOR CHU I THE TICKER the Computer Center for the Visu- amount of bags they have collected, ally Impaired in order to create. transported and recycled. D’Agostinos is one of the supermarkets beginning to implement environment-friendly changes. Visually impaired students usually Th e bill would apply to over 700 have trouble with the subject due to stores and aff ect some retail stores the graphs. as well. Penalties will be issued Th is can help students by touch- to any stores that do not comply, return the bags to any participat- ceries, which can be found near the plastic bags. Th is new law presently ing the tablet and being verbally which could result in fi nes of up to ing store, regardless of where they front of the store. aff ects about 50 stores. Th e aff ected told what it is in front of them. Th e $2,000 per day. received them. Th e bins are to be Under the new law, manufac- businesses have the choice of using TTT can also use a Test Taker pro- It is estimated that over 100 bil- placed in an easily accessible lo- turers would also be responsible biodegradable bags made of corn- gram, in which questions and an- lion plastic bags are thrown away cation by the store entrance and for assisting with the recycling ef- starch or bags made of recycled swers are verbally told to visually each year. Non-biodegradable clearly marked as a receptacle for forts, including the development paper. impaired students. plastic bags take longer to break recycling bags. and distribution of educational Kristina Stukalenko, 20, fi nance Th e TTT became simpler to use down, contaminate soil and kill At the D’Agostino Supermarket materials to encourage the reduc- major, who has a sizable stack of over time, as it has only one moving countless animals and marine life. on 25th St. and Th ird Ave., Store tion, reuse and recycling of plastic bags in her kitchen, likes the idea part. Gourgey noted she could not Th e production process to make Manager Archie McCalla explained bags. Th ey would also be subject to of the recycling program. However, have made such a great achieve- bags uses over 12 million barrels of that his store had already imple- fi nes for non-compliance. she is not sure if it will work. “If they ment without the Computer Cen- oil worldwide annually. mented some changes regarding Journalism major Marc Atkins, make it more accessible to the gen- ter for Visually Impaired at Baruch “Th is legislation will remove a the use of plastic bags. “We began 39, who usually throws out his eral public, maybe [by having] re- College, which will celebrate its signifi cant number of bags from cutting down on the bags we give shopping bags, thinks it is a good cycling bins distributed throughout 30th anniversary in 2008. our waste stream before they end out, and later on, we will come out idea. “People are very ignorant the city, it would be more construc- Although Gourgey and Landau up polluting our soil and water,” with a program to start recycling.” about recycling and unsure about tive because I don’t think people each won a check for $10,000 for said Quinn at the City Council McCalla pointed to a sign located what to recycle. Th is is something would actually take the time to take their invention, it was not the true press conference. “It will also re- in each of the store’s fi ve checkout that everyone can get involved in. their plastic bags to the supermar- prize she spoke of. When describing duce the number of new bags pro- lanes that read, “One D’Ag Bag usu- Everyone wants to fi nd something ket,” Stukalenko stated. the ceremony and dinner honoring duced from scratch, cutting down ally does the job. Single bagging they can do to help out the environ- D’Agostino currently does not the award she spoke about how it on the unnecessary use of oil that reduces waste. But if you need your ment and this is easy to do.” have recycling bins set up, and ac- made her feel. “When we had to go pollutes our air and create green- items double bagged, please ask.” In March, San Francisco became cording to McCalla, “To my knowl- up to speak for a minute when ac- house gases.” Th e store also sells its own brand of the fi rst city in the United States to edge, not one bag has been brought cepting the award it felt like I was Consumers would be able to reusable black canvas bags for gro- pass legislation banning the use of back.” winning an Oscar,” Gourgey stated. Law school overhaul

ß CONTINUED FROM FRONT students is to take and successfully pass the bar exam. Changing the and applicability of a specifi c law. curriculum may aff ect the prepara- Previously, many law schools have tion that is off ered for students’ ef- concentrated on teaching students forts toward this exam. about diff erent decisions and how Th is is a pilot program, in that something like this has never been successfully implemented before. Other academic fi elds such as Highly regarded law medicine have made similar at- tempts, but as mentioned earlier, schools such as those most legal education has not been changed in a very long time. of Harvard, Stanford A potential change like this seems to be gaining more popu- and Columbia have larity, as evident in the number of schools signed up for the Stanford already made changes. conference. In fact, according to Emily Sachar, director of media relations at CUNY Law School, the conference will be looking at the they were decided. However, there future of law school education over seemed to be a disconnect between the next three years. She stated, that which was being taught, and “[Th e] CUNY Law School is delight- that which was needed in post- ed to be amongst the schools in- law school scenarios. According to cluded because they feel that they Larry Kramer, dean of Stanford Law have a lot to share with the legal School, “Globalization means you community at large and are eager have to better prepare lawyers to to do so.” work in a global context.” Students seem to have a simi- Many other law schools share larly positive attitude towards the the same sentiments. According program. According to Solomon to Michelle J. Anderson, dean of Chouicha, a senior who is applying CUNY Law School, the goal is, “to to law schools, “It presents a great take the best of the traditional, doc- opportunity to enhance the legal trinal teaching and add to it practi- education that students like me will cal lawyering skills. ”It is diffi cult to get before I graduate law schools. make changes, however, because It will only help as I enter the fi eld the ultimate goal of most law school and prepare to practice.” NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER NEWS I PAGE 3 Students gain ally in credit debt war

BY CYNTHIA ROJAS gun feeling the pressure from or- STAFF WRITER ganizations such as the United States Debt has become a growing Public problem many college students Interest fi nd themselves in even before Re- graduation. Credit card companies, along with other creditors, routine- search ly target their products and services Group, to college students. a con- Th is problem, however, is not sumer- remote. Today, far more college advocacy students are racking up debt than organiza- ever before. Th e primary reason tion push- is the education system, which in ing to limit DREAMSTIME many cases does not provide suffi - aggressive cient or any resources for students credit card To protect oneself to educate themselves on personal soliciting from the credit nightmare, Mi- fi nancial management. of college erzwinski suggest that one should Senior Ariana Simmons experi- students. Ed Mierwinski, determine the need for a credit enced credit problems early in her director of the group’s consumer card. Next, read the fi ne print. On college career. “I was off ered a pre- programs, said on-campus cam- the back of every credit card appli- approved credit card even before I paigns with gifts may be more dan- cation there are terms that bind the had a job. Credit card solicitors are gerous to students’ fi nancial health owner. Two other important things very vague and don’t point out the than other approaches. Th ere is a to note are the annual percentage terms and conditions. It is unethi- “tendency for impulse purchase of rate, or APR, and annual fees. cal,” she said. the card itself,” he said. Lastly, if one decides to sign up, With debt problems becoming A recent article by Th e New be sure to be responsible. Although one of America’s greatest hardships, York Times writer Charles Dela- it is more than tempting to swipe, students are being bombarded on fuente noted campaigns that off er or more recently wave your card in THENEWBLACKMAGAZINE.COM campuses nationwide by compa- promotional items such as t-shirts front of a credit card reader, the ease nies backed by MasterCard, Visa, and stress balls. Others create con- of purchase does not translate into American Express and Discover tests rewarding clubs with the most ease of payback. Try to only spend and are cashing in on the excessive, member sign ups, manipulating what can be paid off within that and many times exponential, inter- students into signing up for a credit billing period. In turn, good credit Gaunt bags book award est rates they charge a month. card that they never initially de- history builds and will become a Only recently have colleges be- sired or needed. capital resource in the future.

ß CONTINUED FROM FRONT her “Professor G,” and her class- room and research interests focus in excitement and none of my col- on the impact of race, gender and leagues down the hall heard me,” the musical body as contexts shap- American Humanics at Baruch Gaunt added. ing the social meanings of contem- Th is year, the pool of contend- porary African American culture. ers was competitive with 34 books Th is award suggested she might ß CONTINUED FROM FRONT ships. Two members received include two approved electives and nominated for the prestigious be the fi rst African American to win scholarships valued at $1,000. enrollment in PAF 5452 internship award. According to Gaunt, “I said the Merriam Prize. Th irty-eight active members partic- Th e American Humanics Pro- seminar. At the same time, stu- fi ve years ago I wanted to win that “It was an honor to receive this ipate in the Baruch chapter. None- gram is a comprehensive combina- dents must complete 150 hours of award, but I never thought that it award. I was absolutely elated for theless, the chapter’s accomplish- tion of coursework, fi eldwork and fi eldwork in a nonprofi t agency, or would really materialize.” myself and for the possibility that ments are tremendous. After only team building. 300 hours if they receive a NextGen Gaunt is an ethnomusicologist my work will reach a lot more read- one year, seven members have won Baruch undergrads with a GPA award. and an associate professor with ers,” she stated. NextGen awards of $4,500. Th ese of 2.5 or above must meet an 18- All participants attend the dual appointments in the depart- Gaunt now has the honor of scholarships provide students with credit requirement, nine of which American Humanics Management ment of music and sociology and serving on the prize committee for fi nancial support and mentorship are satisfi ed through the college’s Institute Conference, held every anthropology. Students often call next year’s award. opportunities during their intern- core curriculum. Th e other three January. PAGE 4 I THE TICKER NEWS NOVEMBER 12, 2007 NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER NEWS I PAGE 5 USG and INROADS offer freshmen internships

BY ANJU SINGH FORTUNE 500 companies.” STAFF WRITER Research shows that 85 percent of companies use internships and Th e Undergraduate Student similar experiential education pro- Government has launched an ini- grams to recruit for full-time jobs. tiative to give 100 students an in- Glenn Apolinar, USG senator add- ternship for the summer of 2008. ed “INROADS can give students the USG has teamed up with the IN- kick-start in planning their profes- ROAD Student Association to kick sional career.” off this strategy. INROADS works Anthony Hernandez, president with Fortune 500 companies and of USG stated, “My INROADS ex- places talented minority youths in perience was fantastic as a fresh- business to prepare them for cor- man to have an internship at a porate and community leadership. FORTUNE 500 fortune company, Yan-Ting (Joyce) Cai, USG sena- ACCENTURE. It gave me the ad- tor stated, “After this event students vantage, experience, skill-sets and can know more about INROADS confi dence that help me with vari- and then they can apply, the earlier ous goals.” the better.” Internships are easier INROADS is one of the few or- to obtain, compared to full time ganizations that USG is planning positions, and it boosts chances of to work with to accomplish their obtaining a full-time position from initiative. To learn more about the the company. summer opportunities with IN- Harry Melo, vice president of ROADS, freshmen and sophomores student aff airs stated, “INROADS are highly encouraged to attend the is a respectable organization and if information session on Tuesday, you are looking for a job it defi nitely Nov. 27 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. in gives you an edge on your resume.” VC 3-150. Th is initiative is geared One way employers determine stu- toward freshmen and sophomores, dents’ work commitment is to see if but juniors can also apply. they have completed an internship INROADS requirements are a in that particular fi eld. More often minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, two than not, employers will hire stu- or more summer remaining prior dents with internship experience to to completion of an undergraduate be certain they are hiring someone degree, career interest in Business, with a shorter learning curve. Engineering, Computer & Infor- Melo added, “INROADS off ers mation Sciences, Sales, Marketing, a great opportunity for students Health, or Retail Store Manage- to gain experience in professional ment and status of U.S. citizen or world since INROADS works with permanent resident.

Campus Briefs COMPILED BY MAYA KASHYAP NEWS EDITOR be on campus on Th ursday at 1 p.m. to speak to stu- • Th e Graduate Voice Maga- dents. Sponsored by Execu- zine Fall Release Party is on tives on Campus. No RSVP Monday from 7 p.m. to 10 is required. p.m. in VC 1-107. Get the • Th e Fall Health Fair will be fi rst issue of the 2007-2008 held on Th ursday in the VC, school year and information second Floor Atrium from on how to join Th e Gradu- 12 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Th is ate Voice. event will focus on educat- • Th e Department of Modern ing students on health in- Languages and Compara- surance options. tive Literature, in celebra- • Th e Baruch College Diver- tion of Latino/a Heritage sity Job and Internship Fair will host, author former will be held on Friday from Harmen Writer-in-resi- 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the VC‘s dence, Francisco Goldman Athletics and Recreation on Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. Center. to 10:45 a.m. in the New- • Undergraduate Student man Conference Center, Government has openings room 750. Th e author will for a day senator and for speak about his new book two evening senators. Can- “Th e Art of Political Murder: didates must take a majority Who Killed the Bishop?” of their classes in the appro- • Th e NFL comes to Baruch: priate session. Evening sen- Eric Grubman, president of ators must take a majority NFL Ventures & executive of their classes after 5 p.m. vice president of fi nance If interested in running, and Frank Supovitz, senior contact the USG at usg@ba- vice president of events will ruch.cuny.edu.

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COMPILED BY • Treasurer’s Report MICHAEL WURSTHORN USG’s fl orida leadership MANAGING EDITOR conference was cancelled due to unpaid bills from • President’s Report Stu- last year’s USG. dents with ideas on im- • Secretary’s Report proving the learning com- Registration for the munities should to e-mail dodgeball and basketball Anthony.hernandez@ tournament will be held students.baruch.cuny. on Tuesday and Th ursday edu. Th e CUNY Compact on the second fl oor. Pro- was submitted last Friday, ceeds go to the Red Cross Nov. 2. It included sug- for Hurrican Noel. gestions to improve the • Academic Aff airs Report Club Area, TV Room and Making the Transition study lounges. event is to take place on • Vice President’s Report Th ursday, Nov. 29. Elections on Tuesday, • Legislative Aff airs Re- Nov. 27 for one lower eve- port Social Justice/Jena ning senator, one upper 6 discussion is planned evening senator, and one to take place on Th ursday upper day senator. during club hours. PAGE 6 I THE TICKER OPINION NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Did you know . . .

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WTF: Th e diff erent shades of Fred Penny-wise and too FRED STEINBERG do” is hardly a winning campaign slogan. furter to comment that his passing “is the Next would be Frederick the Great, King only evidence I have ever had for the exis- tight waistlines Th e following is an open letter to Fred of Prussia in the 18th century who hastened tence of God.” Th ompson, 2008 presidential candidate. the fall of the German Empire. His image is Th ink I’m exaggerating, Fred? Well, not likely to solicit votes, even in Yorkville. consider Fred Daniel, founder of the Cali- It wouldn’t be off -hand to say that Dear Fred, Mr. (Fred) Rogers, of course, was a be- fornia-based Fred Society, which claims today’s food industry caters to people Now that you have, after a year of Law loved TV personality. But how many 7- 5,000 members. It’s dedicated to “singing whose mantra is: “I don’t eat to live, I & Order reruns, fi nally announced your year-olds vote? Fred Astaire is considered the praises and condemning the misuse live to eat.” presidential candidacy, it’s time for a reality the ultimate Fred, and you do share some of the name Fred.” Th e society struggles to Unless you’ve been living under a check. Unfortunately for you, the Repub- of his political views and entertainment ex- promote Fred with t-shirts, bumper stickers rock, or unless you’ve somehow mas- lican nomination will not be decided on perience. But let’s face it, those who worked and coff ee mugs with presumably uplifting tered self-control, weighty issues such as the war in Iraq, eco- with and knew Fred Astaire know you’re no slogans. But about the best it can apparently you’ve most likely nomic uncertainties or family values. It will Fred Astaire. come up with is: “Better Fred than Dead.” been to a Wendy’s or a simply be because you are a Fred and they Th e only partially successful American How successful has the society been? McDonalds and have are John, Rudy and Mitt. Freds in public life were Fred Seaton and Well, how many Freds under 20, or 50 for taken advantage of I’m afraid that Fred is just not a win- Fred Vinson, hardly household names. that matter, do you know? Fred has not that convenient dollar ning political name. Th ere has never been a Seaton, an appointed United States Sena- even showed up in the top 1,000 baby boy menu. major presidential candidate named Fred. tor, became Dwight Eisenhower’s secretary names in over fi ve years. With hot dog Th ere were two Alfreds, landslide losers of the interior and threw his hat in the ring So unfortunately, Fred, it just isn’t going stands and fast food Smith and Landon, but Alfred is best asso- for vice president to run with Richard Nixon to happen for you. How do I know all this? chains clogging up LIA EUSTACHEWICH ciated with British autocracy, not American in 1960. Well sadly, I have had to deal with the same our streets, it’s easy to democracy. In truth, Fred is a name that of- No doubt, after a few guff aws, Dick problem that you have, all my life. keep up with our New Opinion Editor ten produces snickers, if not ridicule. chose a Henry (Cabot Lodge) rather than a York minute lifestyles, Whom do people think of when they Fred. Vinson was appointed Chief Justice of Sincerely, with the convenience and readiness of hear the name Fred? Research shows Fred the U.S. Supreme Court in 1946. Fred Steinberg, professor of marketing unhealthy food. Flintstone tops the list. And “yabba-dabba- His death prompted Justice Felix Frank- Baruch CAPS program Eating healthily, like grabbing one of Hidden City’s $7 salads, means breaking the bank, something no college student can aff ord. It’s no wonder that the United States Get the facts Bearcats are Centers for Disease Control and Pre- vention have reported that 33 percent of American adults are obese. And while this epidemic grows at exponential rates straight first humans, too — in the 1970s, only 15 percent were considered obese — the food industry MARIANE ST. MAURICE JOSEPH CAFARELLI does nothing to alleviate the problem. Take our very own Baruch cafete- ria, for example, where eating fat-fi lled, Most people would agree that wake up at 3:30 a.m. for prac- Th e idea of “freedom of the from the game prove this theory? thousand calorie meals costs next to it is extremely frustrating and ir- tice like some soccer players do, press” is to allow all Americans When I, the reader, need to ask pennies. ritating to listen to someone who or give up her evenings — until to have the ability to express our these questions, the author has A heaping portion of seasoned curly pretends to know what he/she is midnight — to stay in school and thoughts, ideas and opinions not done their duty. fries cost only $1.95, while the healthier talking about when, clearly, that perfect her skills like the tennis without the fear of censorship. While these questions should turkey sandwich costs $3.60 without let- it is not the case. I’ll venture to teams do. I would like to see her Th e press has served as a be answered, I feel compelled to tuce, tomato or cheese. say that the same applies to read- on the court at 9 a.m. on Satur- pivotal creative tool, allowing ask a more important one: Why A cheeseburger with lettuce and to- ing articles that have little, if any, days to play with the basketball some of the greatest minds in the need to bash a team repre- mato and a side of fries costs $3.65, a basis and whose author chooses team, or buried on the B3 level, the world to have the freedom senting your college? What have more fulfi lling selection compared to to conveniently disregard some behind the elevator, until 9 p.m. to state their theories, right or the student-athletes and their the pricy $5.25 per pound salad bar. of the facts. four times a week with the cheer- wrong, in peace. coaches done to provoke a writ- For busy students, eating on-the-run In the last issue of Th e Ticker, leaders. However, with this freedom ten attack? is essential to getting through the day. Maria Jansen wrote a response to And most of those athletes comes responsibility. Th e per- When covering the Baruch Where would we be without the always- an article questioning the talent also have jobs. And classes. ceived lack of responsibility by Bearcats, it is important to note available vending machines, where arti- of our women’s volleyball team So, for Jansen to say, “any some associated with Th e Ticker that those performing in front fi cially sweetened candy bar can be pur- by further attacking it. While at team — please practice” is a is what has been in question for of you are your classmates. Th ey chased for a mere 80 cents? How would it, she expanded her insult to simple statement of ignorance. the past month. have the same homework you New Yorkers survive if the $1 hotdog Baruch College’s entire athletic And keep in mind that coaches When covering a sporting have. stand wasn’t permanently fi xed at every department. always attend those practices event, I would hope that the writ- Th ey take the same midterms corner? Many things don’t make — on top of their “regular” jobs. er would have some knowledge and fi nals, all while fi nding the Th e “healthy” food industry, like sense in her piece, however. First So, I would say that, yes, they of both the sport being played time to compete in sports that those that sell organic and whole grain off , Baruch College is not a “busi- do in fact “give their team the and the teams that are compet- they have been blessed to excel foods, isn’t doing much to help the ness school” and Jansen, a com- relevance [they] deserve,” if not ing. in. hefty, either. munications student, should re- more. A team that is coming off a 6-2 Th ese are not professional At Whole Foods Market, a company alize that. I don’t think it needs to be stretch, extended to 8-2 after the athletes, and they are not paid. at the forefront of organic food super- Second, that “few people care said again, but clearly Jansen did double-header on Tuesday, Oct. More importantly, we are not markets, one pound of organic butter about sports” is simply laugh- not make the eff ort to look into 16, does not appear to be playing charged to watch them compete. costs $6, as opposed to $4 butter at your able; I, personally, see a lot of facts before writing. “Th e point at a low level. Th ey do not deserve the criticism typical food store. sports fans in this school, espe- is to win,” she says. “Just a couple Additionally, the lack of com- some have felt necessary to be- Th e equation is simple: people eat cially when the World Series or of victories […] will surely make petition from opponents can- stow. unhealthy food because it’s cheap and football season comes around. me take some time out of my not be helped when the team is Th e women’s volleyball team convenient which is a direct correlation But those are just technicali- crazy schedule and go sit in the within the conference. Anyone fi nished third in their conference to our infl ating obesity rates. ties and the result of a poor ex- stands.” who knows anything about colle- with standout freshmen, along It’s scary to think that eating healthy pression. Now to the matters of Well, apparently none of the giate athletics knows that a team with a solid core of returning is a costly luxury, instead of an Ameri- the Bearcats, which I assume volleyball team’s 18 victories, the must play all schools within its players making up the team this can standard. But, while the food in- were Jansen’s real target. tennis team’s stellar performanc- conference, regardless of how year. Th ey went out and chal- dustry perpetuates the obesity trends, Jansen may have been to a es that took them to the fi nals, or pitiful the team is. lenged the toughest competition Americans continue to give in for the couple of games here and there the women’s cross country team’s When making statements in the country. sake of time and money. during her years at Baruch, but championship title are enough. stating the lack of ability of the Th ey didn’t always win. How- So, until our wallets get fatter, our I doubt she has any idea of the Hopefully, the upcoming bas- competitors, I would hope that ever, they never lacked the eff ort. waistlines will instead. Healthy options backstage life of the Bearcats and ketball season and spring sports the author would further explain Don’t shoot down the accom- are available, but these days it seems their coaches. will be enough to convince Jan- why they feel that way. plishments of a team on the rise. fast food’s never been so fast — or so Of course, her “crazy sched- sen to grace us with her presence What games are they com- Th at isn’t what our forefathers good. ule” would not permit her to at one of the games. paring this to? What statistics had in mind.

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Volume 92, Issue 10 WAYNE CHENG I WEBMASTER [email protected] ©2007 The Ticker, Baruch College Any display or advertising questions Established 1932 NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER OPINION I PAGE 7 PAGEBusiness 8 I THE TICKER BUSINESS NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Secrets to careers on Wall Street CAREER BY SERGE QUEDRAOGO CORNER CONTRIBUTING WRITER BY ANNA AULOVA They were all top-notch Wall CONTRIBUTING WRITER Street players, willing to share with students their experiences Preparing for the Th e Di- and provide useful tips on how to versity Job and Internship make one’s way on Wall Street and Fair thereafter. The panel was well diversified, “Preparation is key” is the which minimized the risk that any phrase everyone will hear student’s concern would not be most often when getting ready addressed. for an important interview or The speakers were chosen presentation. Since Baruch’s from different financial sectors Job Fairs incorporate both and different firms. The panel events, the Starr Career Devel- included: E. Michael Bacon III, opment Center goes to great executive director of Trading at lengths to instill this idea in all UBS; Bruce W. Harting, managing students. Th e SCDC staff has director of Equity Research at also developed a workshop in Lehman Brothers; S. Basu Mullick, order to demonstrate how to managing director and portfolio prepare and succeed in leav- manager at Neuberger Berman; and ing a lasting impression on Jane Sadowsky, senior managing recruiters. director at Evercore. In addition to setting up Everyone sat, attentive and meetings with recruiters, the ready to grasp strategic information staff also acknowledges the for the life on Wall Street. SARAH GOLDSCHMIDT I THE TICKER anxiety such interactions may The discussion was lead by Executives discuss the keys to success on Wall Street. bring. However, the more you David Shulman, who is a former know about what challenges managing director and head REIT to expect, the more comfort- analyst from Lehman Brothers and entertainment situations. mergers and aquisitions, which investment banking, are not always able you will feel facing them, is now retired. What if a student cannot has always been her passion. enjoyable. thereby eliminating great Networking is the key, or at network? If networking is not your Harting says, “You have to start Life on Wall Street is very levels of concern. Th at is the least one of the keys. Across the best asset, you still have to network. somewhere.” demanding on one’s time and simple idea behind off ering board, the panelists agreed that But, to offset your networking deficit, The panelists were very frank performance. Therefore, why did the “Preparation for Job Fair” networking was a powerful tool you can build strong technical skills about discussing the reality of Wall each panelists have more than 20 workshop one day before each to get “the job” and to succeed on that will differentiate you from the Street. years of experience in the financial job fair. Th e workshop will Wall Street. pool of job applicants. “Accept that you are throwing industry? The answer is their take place on Th ursday, Nov. The financial industry like The idea as proposed by Mullick yourself in the gutter for three to individual and unique passion for 15, in room 2-190. It will be many other industries is very much is to excel in a skill that may help five years,” Mullick said. But, this the market. conducted from 12:30 p.m. to driven by networks. them obtain the position they does not mean that it will get any On the question of balancing 2:30 p.m. Students are encour- For instance, Bacon affirmed desire. easier after five years. You will just life and work, the panelists seem aged to sign up for the work- that many times he had to entertain Mullick attested that if anything, naturally adapt to the lifestyle. to agree that it is a very hard thing shop through StarrSearch, the clients in restaurants or on golf it is his superior ability at executing Even though investment bankers to do, and that families usually take SCDC’s online career man- courses as part of his job. comparative research that helped are working the most inconceivable the greatest toll. agement system, in case of Building a strong and large him start his career. His research hours, the working hours in the Even for the most experienced any cancellations, but it is not network is a significant determinant on countries’ economies was other departments go far beyond professionals, it is difficult to attain mandatory. of one’s success on Wall Street. recognized as being brilliant, so the regular eight hour day. a balanced work and social life. Th e workshop will prepare Motivated students should start he was offered a job in that line of For instance, Bacon, a trader, However, they were very positive students for meeting with re- building their networks now. work. said that at one point of his career about their quality of life and cruiters from prominent com- The panel agreed that networking Finally, the panel shared a word he was working 16 to 18 hours attested that their passion for their panies — Deloitte, JP Morgan takes commitment, strong of wisdom with the audience: daily. work was the reason. Chase, Time Inc. and many communication and interpersonal patience, the secret ingredient to Not only is the workload In order to spend more time more — for their prospective skills and a rich general culture succeess on Wall Street. immense, but the supposed fun with your family, Mullick suggested careers. beyond the financial market. The For instance, Sadowsky waited opportunities such as traveling, that you should “get your family First impressions are very latter is very important in client 20 years before she could do especially in research and involved” in your work. signifi cant, especially if you have no more than fi ve min- utes to leave them, with hopes of a lengthier follow-up dis- cussion. Expert breaks down H1-B status for students Th e workshop will be con- ducted by three undergradu- < Columnist and takes 30 to 90 days to learn whether ate students, as well as an or not it was approved. alumni career counselor who int’l student director Th ose who are impatient can can pass on any knowledge pay a $1,000 fee to get the petition she has experienced in the offer job advice result in just 15 calendar days. industry. Although the work- Upon approval, the student can shop cannot give you the job BY SERGIY SHKOLNY start his/her employment no ear- you want on a silver platter, it CONTRIBUTING WRITER lier than Oct. 1, 2008, when the new will provide the best informa- fi scal year begins. tion on how to make the job All the seats were taken as Wernick noted that students fair work for you. students fl ooded room 14-235 of graduating in January were at an Whether this is your very the Newman Vertical Campus to advantage, compared to those fi rst job fair and you do not seek professional advice about the graduating in summer due to the know what to expect or you H1-B sponsorship visa on Tuesday, absence of a time gap while transi- have attended every single Oct. 30. tioning from OPT to H1-B. one and have just a few ques- Allan Wernick, an immigration After the key aspects were cov- tions, this workshop will be attorney and Baruch College pro- ered, a Q-and-A session took place. benefi cial to you all. fessor, and Marisa DeLaCruz, di- Wernick clarifi ed most cases with From what to prepare to rector of the International Student real-life or hypothetical situations. how to present yourself and Service Center, joined the “Plan- TOM SAITTA I THE TICKER Students interested in getting network, the “Preparation for ning for Sponsorship & Employ- free immigration advice can visit Job Fair” workshop will defi - ment Challenges” event, as part of Marisa DeLaCruz and Allan Wernick discuss student immigration issues the Offi ce of Student Life in room nitely answer any concerns the Executive on Campus series. 2-210 of the Newman Vertical Cam- you may have. Wernick started the discussion graduation. the unavailability of United States pus to make an appointment with Take advantage of this by covering the key elements of the Wernick, the immigration spe- workers for the given position. an attorney. great opportunity to obtain all Optional Practical Training. cialist, proceeded to the subject of In other words, to qualify for the Wernick is a professor at Baruch the information you may need He briefl y referred to it as an op- the H1-B visa. status, one needs a four-year de- College, CUNY, and Chair of CU- to present yourself to recruit- portunity for international students Right away, Wernick empha- gree and a job off er that requires a NY’s Citizenship and Immigration ers in the best light. to work for a one-year time period sized that there were two major degree in your specifi c fi eld. Project. Th e Diversity Job and In- after the completion of each educa- points to be understood about the Wernick also provided the audi- His column “Immigration Ad- ternship Fair is scheduled for tional level. subject matter. ence with a clear timeline for the vice” appears every Th ursday in Th e Nov. 16, from 12-3 p.m. Busi- Wernick explained that no First, there must be a relation- application process. New York Daily News. He is also the ness attire is required. For sponsorship was required from the ship between one’s college degree After earning a bachelor’s de- author of the best-selling guide to more information please go employer in order for students to and the job duties associated with gree, a student should have the immigration law, U.S. Immigration to baruch.cuny.edu/careers or engage in the training and encour- the future position. interested employer fi le a petition and Citizenship – Your Complete visit the Starr Career Develop- aged eligible sudents to apply for Secondly, there is no need for with the U.S. Citizen and Immigra- Guide, 4th edition. ment Center. it as early as three months before the sponsoring employer to show tion Services on April 1, 2008. It NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER BUSINESS I PAGE 9 Facebook may be the next Google PANEL DISCUSSION: SUCCESS IN BUSINESS BY PEIHO LI and continue to grow relationships BY ALAN ZENG Microsoft fi nally claimed victory fear Google? CONTRIBUTING WRITER with your fellow co-workers. Jack- son also emphasized experience CONTRIBUTING WRITER in the long battle; by making it’s in- Facebook and Google are simi- vestment in Facebook. lar in some aspects. Facebook’s In today’s business world, there and honesty. Th e co-worker has to know what they are doing without Facebook started as a private What does this investment headquarters are located in Palo is an emphasis on being success- being dependent on others. Harvard online networking site, mean for the future of Facebook? Alto, across University Avenue, ful. People knowingly judge and Santora and Jackson believed created by alumnus Mark Zuck- One answer is that Facebook plans Google’s former home. Both start- compare each other’s success by that education is one of the most erberg. Now, it is the second most on using the acquired funds to in- ed as relatively ad-free environ- physical assets and possessions. It important criterias for success in visited and successful online so- vest in technology, new hires, in- ments, generating revenue from is believed that the more you have, the business world. Jackson said cial networking site, trailing only ternational expansion and a new internal operations. Both grew into the more successful you are, which that education prepares us for the MySpace.com. advertising system, as reported major successes. Most importantly, is not always true. working world. By being educated, How did Facebook make this by Th e Wall Street Journal. But the both managed to forever change Alexander Rechit, Jenay Rowe we gain more knowledge which gargantuan leap? A key factor was question asked by observers seem the “web ecosystem,” off ering us- and I, tried to fi nd an answer to the leads to power. the decision to open up the site to be one that revolves around ers never-before off ered usability. question of how to achieve success Santora also emphasizd the to the general public. Facebook’s Facebook’s silimarities to Google. Th ese may seem like positive attri- in business by inviting two guest importance of having cultural in- enormous success was validated Mainly, can Facebook be t h e butes for Facebook, but following speakers to our MGT 3120 class. telligence in order to be success- by Microsoft’s re- cent next Google or does in Google’s footsteps and compet- Th e fi rst guest speaker, Frank ful. Even though there are cultural $240 million in- Facebook need to i n g with them may not Santora, is vice president and diff erences, we all must respect vestment, which b e smooth sailing. manager of operational risk man- each other. We cannot discrimi- gives Facebook a Google’s co- agement and business continuity nate against others from diff erent valuae of roughly founder Sergey planning departments for Bank of backgrounds. Companies have $15 billion, ac- Brin said in a New Tokyo Mitsubishi, UFJ. Th e second programs which help build cultural cording to CNN. York Times article that guest speaker, Craig A. Jackson, is intelligence, thus helping employ- Over the past Facebook might have vice president of operations/re- ees climb the corporate ladder. few months, Mi- trouble exceeding the marketing for ICON Capital Corp. When asked for advice or guide- crosoft has been success that Google experi- Both came to share their wealth of lines for a Baruch student entering battling with enced during the “dot com” knowledge and experience in order the competitive, high-speed and Google, over boom. Brin also expressed the to help us answer the question that turbulent corporate job market, the fi nanc- opinion that Facebook needs to be- is on every business undergradu- Santora told us to know our envi- ing of Face- come “more creative” with incen- ate’s mind, “How to Succeed in the ronment. We need to know what’s book. On tives for its prospective employees, Business World?” going on since the environment Wednes- off ering riches to its early employ- Santora and Jackson share the changes rapidly therefore we must day, ees as Google did. same style of leadership. Both be- adapt. Santora and Jackson rem- Oct. Microsoft did have a few tri- lieve in hands-off leadership. Th ey phasized networking. 24, umphs with its online dealings believe that failure leads to suc- against Google. According to a re- cess. Failing should be valued be- In order to be successful, you cent Times article, Microsoft had cause it is a learning experience. need to build and maintain rela- been trailing on its search engine, Jackson also believes in having an tionships. Th ey also advised to get Windows Live, third behind Google open door policy where employ- into projects with high visibility. and Yahoo. It also lost biddings for ees are welcome to come in to his Let your boss know you are willing online ad company, DoubleClick offi ce whenever they need help or to help. Do more than what is given and online video site, YouTube to just want to talk. When asked what to you in order for your superiors Google. Facebook may in turn be key qualities are needed in a co- to recognize you as a hard worker. hurt by Microsoft’s fi nancing. Th is worker, Santora and Jackson both Th is will help distinguish you from could be more evident when Google emphasized integrity. One needs others. unveils its social networking ap- to be ethical and be able to fol- According to Jackson, success plication system named “Maka- low rules. A co-worker has to have is doing what you like. You need to Maka.” strong morals and principles which have a passion for what you do and they follow. If someone does not the drive to do it. A successful per- act ethical or breaks the rules, it can son balances their work and family lead to the organization’s demise. life. Santora added that we should Try to do more than what is re- share our goals with each other. By quired of you. You also have to cre- setting a plan and breaking it into ate new opportunities yourself, by smaller components, it makes it ILLUSTRATION BY DUSTIN WINEGAR networking. It is important to build easier to attain our goals. PAGE 10 I THE TICKER BUSINESS NOVEMBER 12, 2007

PANEL DISCUSSION: ETHICS Ace the interview, land the job BY JAMES FASHAKIN CONTRIBUTING WRITER OLENA PAVLYUK CONTRIBUTING WRITER On Wednesday, Oct. 24, we in- vited Elaine Yu and John McHugh On Tuesday, Nov. 6, Yarilis Cha- to Professor Abe Tawil’s MGT 3120 las, a vice president at Citibank class and had a panel discussion North America, and Angela J. Sor- about ethics in the business world. rell, assistant director with Ernst & A common thread between Yu Young, came to Baruch to give stu- and McHugh was that ethics was a dents important tips for a success- top priority in the business world. ful job interview. McHugh said, “Ethics is a life- Chalas, a Baruch College gradu- style.” One has to live by it. ate with a BBA in international mar- Both panelists agreed that hon- keting, served as a management esty was a critical principle to live associate in a two-year leadership by. McHugh stated, “Don’t take a development program. She also penny that’s not supposed to be worked for a global logistic com- taken.” pany before landing at Citibank. When asked how to fi nd a bal- Sorrell earned a BA in econom- ance between what is ethical to the ics from Mary Washington College client’s culture and what is ethi- and an M.S. in economics from the cal to their own, Yu said one has University of Texas. Prior to her to be honest and not compromise current position, she was a client one’s ethics and honesty in order to -service professional for the Struc- please his client. tured Finance Advisory Services in FOTOLIA Yu and McHugh have been ethi- Washington, D.C. cally challenged both as employers Chalas and Sorrell emphasized scribe the time when you had to Every little detail counts, which thank you notes to as many people and employees. that you should always be pre- do something diffi cult” and “What means you need to watch every as you wish, including everyone Yu, who fi red two people, said, pared for every interview you at- has motivated you to come to this step. Chalas said, “Be confi dent, who was helpful to you during the “You have to believe and practice tend. Even if an interview consists interview?” but not arrogant” and try to be interview. what you preach.” And both con- of several rounds, it is essential to Sorrell also likes the interviewee yourself. When Chalas conducts inter- cluded one should not be afraid to be well-prepared for every single to walk her through a process of Before coming to an interview, views, she looks for someone who get fi red if he is being ethically chal- one of them. Th e fi rst round is es- doing something such as cooking a you must research the company. It is responsible, reliable, ethical, ca- lenged. pecially important because it is the dish. Th is way, she can assess your is important that you ask questions pable of making independent deci- McHugh credited his parents fi rst impression the recruiter gets of communications skills and abil- to show that you did the research. It sions and able to be a leader. Th e for installing good ethics and prin- you. ity to explain something to another is unacceptable to say, “No, I don’t person needs to be “hungry to do cipals in him, and stated, “My par- In addition, you should be person. Sorrell also asks applicants have any questions” or “I had ques- well” and have some goals for the ents never took a sick day unless careful of “overpreparation,” or re- about current situations in the fi - tions, but you’ve already answered future. they were sick.” searching the company too much. nancial market, cash fl ow diagrams them.” Some questions that you As Sorrell stressed, every an- “Ethics should start at home, As Sorrell mentioned, it is inappro- or anything that is pertinent to the can ask are, “What advice do you swer that you give should say “I and at an early age. Ethics is some- priate to say, “I heard that CEO did open position. have for someone applying for this want the job.” Th e most important thing that should come out auto- this and this.” You should not go While the interviewee may an- job?” or “What is your most suc- parts of the recruiting process are matically from you, like a habit. into too much detail and talk about swer all the questions correctly, at- cessful staff ?” the fi rst impression and keeping You shouldn’t have to think about personal matters. You need to be titude is also very important. It is crucial to follow-up after in touch with representatives. You it,”said McHugh able to make appropriate com- Sorrell gave an example of being the interview. A brief thank you are encouraged to attend corporate From Yu and McHugh’s discus- ments at the right time. condescending to the receptionist note expresses gratitude to the re- presentations to know more about sion, success in the business world Some of Chalas and Sorell’s when you walk out from the inter- cruiter for the time he or she spent people in the company. Doing so requires one to stand on thir prin- favorite questions include “How view, which she said, reveals your with you. It connects you more will make you feel more confi dent ciples and to be honest. did you end up in Baruch?” “De- true character in a negative way. with the interviewer. You can write during the interview. NABA meets the firms

EMMANUEL ONYENYILI I THE TICKER Twelve panelists shared their professional experiences in accounting and fi nance.

BY JAMES CHUN the 12 panelists, succinctly stressed taining an education for the right CONTRIBUTING WRITER high grades and internship work reasons. He stated, “Don’t just go experience. to school for just the sake of getting In October, the National Asso- Anthony Rose, who started out a degree.” ciation of Black Accountants held his career as a research analyst at Two more important topics, a multi-functional event: a panel Goldman Sachs, recommended the mentorship and networking, were discussion, company recruitment certifi ed fi nancial analyst certifi ca- discussed by the panelists. Th e and a networking event on the 14th tion. panelists pointed out how men- fl oor of the Vertical Campus. Elaine Pommels, the only pan- tors are absolutely crucial in the Th e panel discussion, which elist not from a fi nance or account- professional development of new consisted of accounting and fi - ing fi rm, has been with Th e New recruits. nance professionals from the “Big York Times, for 14 years and stated As the event came to a close, the Four” and some major fi nancial that the certifi ed fi nancial planner moderator posed one last question fi rms, served as forum for profes- certifi cation would be benefi cial to each of the panelists: “What is sionals to share their work experi- to any accountant’s career. Many the one piece of advice you would ences with NABA members. agreed that an accounting degree give to the students?” Th e Q-and-A session provided was practical and would strength- Th e responsses were: decide an excellent platform for the pan- en any business education. on what you want to do, take con- elists to share valuable life lessons. Several of the panelists spoke trol where you can, fi nd your true Th e discussion focused on educa- about diff erent areas of education, passion, determine your values, tion, quality of work, work ethic, including college majors, constant maintain balance, don’t forget to corporate fi t, networking, mentor- skill development through certifi - enjoy your youth, make good ca- ship and mobility. cations and diligence. reer choices, be confi dent, be smart Th e majority of the panelists Adrian Roberts, assistant vice with your money, always be driven touched upon the theme of a qual- president in planning and analysis by maintaining specifi c goals and ity education. Kurt Franklin, one of for JP Morgan Chase, stressed ob- take care of your personal brand. NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER BUSINESS I PAGE 11 Microfinance, the solution to poverty

BY NASSER JABER Th e reality is that people who CONTRIBUTING WRITER live in poverty do not own prop- erty that can be used as collateral. Women Served If anyone has ever read Nickel Th erefore, even if the economy is and Dimed by Barbara Ehren- expanding and the GDP is growing, reich, watched the news coverage the level of poverty stays the same of Hurricane Katrina, the tsunami and the poor remain poor. Th e pro- in Southeast Asia or comes from a gram essentially makes your name minority or an immigrant commu- the collateral. nity then they would have been ex- Lending institutions were initial- posed in one way or another to the ly skeptical of the idea, they wanted No.1 enemy of humanity: poverty. more tangible assurances. To prove Poverty is not just the depriva- that there is goodness in humanity, tion of fi nancial resources. It is a Yunus provided small sum loans to crime against the innocent, a dis- poor people based on the idea that ease with no insurance or outlet to they will honor their moral obliga- medicine, the exploitation of wom- tion to repay their debt. Th e result en through prostitution. was a 98 percent pay back ratio ac- It shatters homes and can range cording to his lending institution, from a simple public housing com- Garmeen Bank. plex in the Bronx to shanty towns in Th e program proved that people Brazil to refugee camps in Darfur have ideas and skills that they can and Lebanon to homes in garbage utilize to better themselves if the disposal areas in India. Now, there resources are available. Th ese in- is a solution that could decrease dividual people, who are mostly poverty, microfi nance. women, are placed in groups of Th e idea of microfi nance started fi ve, and the fi rst two are given the in 1970 in Bangladesh by Nobel loans. Prize winner, Dr. Mohammed Yu- Th ey receive a seminar on man- nus. Since then, many nations and agement, and they have 12 months development banks, like the World to pay it back. Th e remaining three Bank, have adopted microfi nance people are not given the loans until as a tool to fi ght poverty. the fi rst two pay back their loans. “STATE OF THE MICROCREDIT CAMPAIGN REPORT,” DALEY-HARRIS, SAM (2006) Microfi nance is the allocation Th is provides a strong incentive for of small loans to people who are the for the fi rst two to repay their considered “unbankable.” Th e loans. to cover the administrative fees and ing of economics. necessarily do it because of our loan program is paid back over 12 If the business succeeds, then to provide more cash fl ow to gener- When Adam Smith wrote the GPA or excellent academic stand- months, and is small enough that if the money is paid back and the re- ate more loans. Also, people who seminal, Wealth of Nations, his in- ing. Th ey do it because of our per- the loan is not paid back then the maining three people receive loans are in poverty are willing to take a tention was to improve society by sonal relationship with them and write off is not damaging. and two more are added to the chance and pay up to 40 percent considering the element of human- are willing to give us a chance. Th e Th e idea was intended to target group. If the business fails because interest if that will get them out of ity in economics. Smith, who grew poor deserve a chance too, includ- women who have small children it was not successful, then the debt poverty. In the long run, this beats up poor, and wrote Th e Moral Senti- ing equal opportunity to feed their and live in poverty, in an eff ort to is erased and the bank incurs a loss. remaining in poverty. ments before the Wealth of Nations, children and provide homes where foster and aid entrepreneurship However, most sums are not over Th e second problem centered argued that sympathy is required to the basic needs of life are available. and exiting poverty. Microfi nance $1,000. around lending without collateral achieve socially benefi cial results, Th e genius of Yunus is that he addressed the confl ict raised by Many argued against the idea, to secure money. Such thinking and that statement still holds true. off ers an improvement to shanty commercial banks who ask for col- claiming it charges high interest on and skepticism raised the question It is worth remembering that metal homes in India, tents in Dar- lateral guarantees in order to se- loans, in some cases up to 40 per- of whether social consciousness most of us network for jobs, and fur and broken homes in New Or- cure the loans. cent. However, that money is used has been removed from the teach- most people who help us do not leans. PAGEFeatures 12 I THE TICKER FEATURES NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Loan auctions not the safest bet

BY JANA KASPERKEVIC few large lenders. SENIOR STAFF WRITER While the support for the auc- tion system is rooted in the hopes As Congress, the White House that competition and capitalism and the Department of Education will be brought into the current moves towards reforming the stu- system, there is a strong possibil- dent loan industry, a few changes ity that this new system will create are taking place. an environment for a potential oli- One of the changes that will be gopoly. partially implemented on July 1, A 2001 U.S. General Accounting 2009 is an auction system in the Offi ce report, “Alternative Market Federal Family Educational Loan Mechanisms for the Student Loan program. Program,” argues that the diversity Th e National Association of of lenders might decline. Th e re- Student Financial Aid Administra- port states that while there is the tors released a report last month possibility of the auction system re- on “Evaluating Student Loan Auc- ducing federal FFEL program costs, tions,” just as President George W. “Th eir ability to realize this poten- Bush signed the College Cost Re- tial depends on whether there is duction and Access Act, which con- suffi cient competition in bidding.” tains the auction system. When the competition is lack- Besides dealing with the cor- ing, the big lenders will force out ruption within the industry, the the small lenders and the system Department of Education must en- will fail. Th e system could only sure that the FFEL program is both work well when there is an equal saving the taxpayer dollars and not ability to raise cash for bids, which overburdening borrowers. Loan is not the case in this arrangement. auctions are considered as one way Th e NASFAA report points out to accomplish this. that, “According to Department of “Beginning in July 2009, all Education fi gures, of the 20 large guaranteed loans made to parents student loan originators in 2006, on behalf of students for whom 12 are also the top 20 student loan they have not previously borrowed holders. In other words, of the 20 would be made by lenders who largest loan providers competing won the rights to make those loans for the loan volume, 12 also have through competitive auction,” the largest loan portfolios.” claims a 2007 cost estimate from Th is is imperative, since large the Congressional Budget Offi ce. lenders have acknowledged that Th is system was designed with the the presence of smaller providers, intent to “inject market capitalism” particularly nonprofi ts, forces loan into the program. costs down for borrowers. “Two winning lenders in each Overall, the report concludes state who bid the smallest add-ons that the auction system in the FFEL to the three month commercial ILLUSTRATION BY DUSTIN WINEGAR program will not yield the expected paper (CP) rate used to calculate consequences and will result in special allowance payments would auction system seems practical, the through subsidy rates, and having Th e Parent PLUS loan auctions market consolidation. have the right to make loans for NASFAA report asserts, “Th e cur- taxpayers save money by allowing will provide a good indication of Th e report urges the govern- two years. At the end of that two- rent auction system has been im- lenders to compete for the right what loan auctions will be like for ment to “work with loan providers, year period, the auction of the right plemented based on several faulty to originate loans. Loan auctions all FFEL loans, further indicating stakeholders and other non-parti- would be repeated,” states the esti- assumptions.” would not be aff ected because market consolidation may occur san analysts to adjust subsidization mate. Th ese assumptions include an many do not qualify for the benefi ts on a limited basis, even though the level on a more frequent basis than Th ough, by all appearances, the eff ort to drive down competition anyway. market is already dominated by a has been done in the past.” Baruch Golden Key team walks on Sunshine

BY TERRESA LING members pushed their face-paint- CONTRIBUTING WRITER ed and beaming child in a wheel- chair while others carried their Imagine being six-years-old, little ones in their arms. Even a few suff ering from cancer and stuck in dogs and their owners participated an unfamiliar place called a “hospi- in the walkathon; a Chihuahua tal” with tubes inserted in you. Th is looked particularly adorable strut- sounds like a child’s nightmare, but ting in an orange t-shirt. for many, this is reality. As teams completed the walk, Project Sunshine comes to the they were treated with Chipotle’s rescue! As a nonprofi t organization, burritos for lunch. it provides free social, educational, Participants basked in the sun recreational programs and services as they enjoyed the food after walk- to children and families who are af- ing for a great cause. In addition, fected by medical challenges. Th at walkers also received a bright yel- means children’s faces light up low Project Sunshine gift tote bag. with smiles as volunteers play with Provided by the sponsors, it them and stressed out parents can consisted of a coupon for a free relax as professional therapists give burrito, bowl, salad or order of ta- them massages. cos at Chipotle, a complimentary Th is support would only be pos- one-week pass at Equinox fi tness sible through the generous dona- center, a Sovereign Bank water tions, volunteers and fundraising bottle, a Jets keychain and pencil, events like the Project Sunshine an Origins spearmint and lemon Walkathon. scented body soap and a copy of On, Oct. 28, a sunny, but windy Self magazine featuring Carrie Un- Sunday morning, the Baruch Col- derwood on the cover. lege Golden Key team set out to Th e Baruch College Golden Key Riverside Park for the Project Sun- team had a rewarding experience shine Walkathon. at the Project Sunshine Walkathon. Sporting orange Project Sun- Th e team raised a grand total of shine t-shirts, just in time for the $135, knowing that their small ef- Halloween season, students so- BECKY CHEN I SPECIAL TO THE TICKER forts will make a huge diff erence in cialized as they helped themselves The Baruch College Golden Key team at the annual Project Sunshine marathon. the lives of these hospitalized chil- to Starbucks bagels and coff ee, as dren and their families. well as Goldfi sh crackers and fruit one as teams imagined themselves hind the starting line and begin the A few participants made a run for it Baruch sophomore Kwok Tse candy. winning the “race.” Photographers 5k walkathon. “Th ree, two, one … while the rest walked at a leisurely said, “If at any point in my life I ac- Th e Jeff rey Friedberg and the snapped consecutive team photos. go!” a volunteer shouted into the pace, enjoying the scenery. tually felt like I was walking on sun- Bossy Frog Band entertained every- Th en it was time to stand be- speaker, and all the teams were off . A group of supportive family shine, this was it.” NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER FEATURES I PAGE 13 PAGE 14 I THE TICKER FEATURES NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Professor achieves academic accolade

year’s worth of research. Th e an- n Medical nouncement of her win came as a pleasant surprise to Root who anthropologist described it as “a great voice of en- couragement from senior anthro- Robin Root wins pologists.” Root earned her doctorate in Polgar Prize anthropology from the University of California at Los Angeles. BY NICOLE LEE Shortly after earning her under- SENIOR STAFF WRITER graduate degree in Chinese studies at the University of Pennsylvania, Robin Root, an assistant profes- Root lived in Beijing, China, setting sor in the sociology and anthropol- up the fi rst American chamber of ogy department of the Weissman commerce. School of Arts and Sciences, was As a medical anthropologist, awarded the 2007 Root’s current research examines Society of Medi- revivalist religion and HIV/AIDS in cal Anthropolo- Swaziland, Southern Africa. gy’s Steven Polgar Earlier in her academic career, Prize. Root was a Fulbright Scholar and According commencement speaker at the to the Society of Harvard School of Public Health. Medical Anthro- Root has been teaching at Ba- pology’s website, ruch College since 2005. She has “Th e Steven Polgar taught a section of Macaulay In- Prize is awarded ROBIN ROOT terdisciplinary Honors Seminar to a professional Anthropology and Th ree: Science and Technology in medical anthro- Sociology Professor New York City. pologist for the Teaching at Baruch, she said, best paper pub- is a constant reminder that “we’re lished in the journal of the Society always developing as people and for Medical Anthropology, Medi- professionals, and learning from cal Anthropology Quarterly, during those who have arrived where we the most recent complete volume want to be.” year.” Root is currently on sabbati- Candidates are considered au- cal this semester, but will return to tomatically for publishing articles teach an honors section of Intro- in MAQ. A $500 cash award is in- duction to Cultural Anthropology cluded with the award. in the spring, as well as her class Root’s winning paper, “‘Mixing’ on Research Methods in Sociology as an Ethnoetiology of HIV/AIDS in and Anthropology. Malaysia’s Multinational Factories,” Th e Polgar Prize will be awarded centers on female factory workers at the annual American Anthropo- in Malaysia. logical Association meetings in Th e paper was a product of a Washington, D.C. later this month. NOVEMBERArts 12, 2007 THE TICKER ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT I PAGE 15 Fusion: new genre or anti-genre?

for merging rap and heavy metal, n Could cross- the infl uence of which is seen in his help on Jay-Z’s “99 Problems.” collaborating Rubin was recently appointed as co-chairman of Columbia Records mean better music in a hope that his vision will revive the record company. MTV has or the end? named him the most important producer of the past two decades. BY MAREK MERY Timbaland is another remarkably STAFF WRITER talented producer, responsible for many of the hit songs of 2006 and Change is always feared, whether 2007. Most notably, he produced by a single person or an entire Justin Timberlake’s Justifi ed and population. Humans, like all living FutureSex/LoveSounds, along with things, are instinctively afraid of the Nelly Furtado’s Loose. His own unknown. Music is no exception. album, Shock Value, featured Dr. Artists who were once punished Dre, Elton John, Fall Out Boy, Nelly for their craft are now revered as Furtado, Missy Elliot and Justin heroes. Th e music of Mozart, one Timberlake. Timbaland’s distinct of the greatest geniuses of history, production style often overshadows was never fully appreciated until the artist credited with the song, after his death. Such is the story of NOTORIOUSCOPYWRITERS.GOOGLEPAGES.COM and he continues to expand his many musicians. repertoire; as of late, he has worked Music, or at least some form of Timbaland, right, produced Justin Timberlake’s two recent albums, Justifi ed and FutureSex/LoveSounds. with Jay-Z, Chris Martin and has sonic artistry, has paralleled human even produced songs on Duran existence. It may have begun as and “lo-fi .” 1971 James Bond fl ick of the same more than the artists themselves. Duran’s new album, Red Carpet the accidental bonk of one object Th e nature of postmodern music, name. Th e theme art for his latest Rick Rubin, now a middle-aged, Massacre. against another, but the complexity the music of our time, is a point of album, Graduation, is largely the burly and bearded white man, co- Th e future of music, it seems, is that it has gained throughout the reference, because it calls upon a brainchild of Takashi Murakami, a founded Def Jam Records with in the mix. Justin Fritze, a junior history of mankind is incredible. As multitude of genres, both past and Japanese artist hailed as the Andy Russell Simmons. He discovered the and music minor, says, “My [music] humans continue to exist, learn and present. Kanye West is a pioneer Warhol of our time. Beastie Boys and served as their fi rst professor, Andrew Tomasello, has study the natural world, musical demonstrating the relevance of Th e merging of genres has DJ. In 1986, he advised Aerosmith a class blog on which he has said notions and abilities evolve. postmodernism. Many of his most been most prevalent in the past and Run-D.M.C. to collaborate; that distinct genre is continually Fast-forward to the 21st century, popular songs have been cross- two decades. Guitar great Carlos the result was the award-winning growing less relevant … it’s about where music has come so far, genre collaborations, including Santana has collaborated with remake of Aerosmith’s 1977 hit fi nding a great combination of so fast, that individual musical Daft Punk (“Stronger”), Jamie Foxx Eric Clapton, Miles Davis, Lauryn “Walk Th is Way,” which brought sounds, no matter the genre.” genres are practically a thing of (“Gold Digger,” “Slow Jamz”) and Hill, Nickelback, P.O.D., Seal and both groups to major fame. Rubin As music continues to evolve the past. One of the most popular Maroon 5’s Adam Levine (“Heard Matchbox 20’s Rob Th omas, among produced the Red Hot Chili and more artists emerge and music organizers, iTunes, comes ’Em Say”). others. One of the most publicized Peppers’ breakthrough album collaborate, what is in store for preloaded with almost 50 diff erent Genre, in West’s world, has little duets was of Eminem and Elton Blood Sugar Sex Magik. the future of music? Globalization musical genres for categorizing or no relevance. He has sampled John, performing Eminem’s “Stan” He has also creatively infl uenced aff ects us politically, economically songs. Some of these genres beg music from many sources, reaching at the Grammy Awards in 2002. the music of Mick Jagger, Th e Dixie and socially, and now seems to to be divided into sub-genres, as far as “Diamonds Are Forever,” Producers may be responsible Chicks, Justin Timberlake, U2 and have found a new and most volatile including “world,” “fusion,” “cool” Shirley Bassey’s theme song for the for musical innovation, even Johnny Cash. He is also credited medium — music. Dance Gavin Dance never misses a beat

n EP demonstrates fi ve times through in order to truly capture its complexity and mes- young, raw talent sage. Trying to understand the au- ral relationship between the two BY LIA EUSTACHEWICH guitarists, Will Swan and former OPINION EDITOR band member Sean O’Sullivan, is a brain-teaser. Besides the Spice Girl’s debut al- Th eir individual talent creates bum, there has only been one other two diff erent routes within each band that has worn out my mu- Dance Gavin Dance song that sic player’s repeat button: Dance somehow meld together in perfect Gavin Dance. harmony and pitch, creating the Pacha-goers, don’t get too excit- perfect background. ed. Despite the techno allusion in But, just as the saying goes, all their name, Dance Gavin Dance’s good things must come to an end. music is more post-hardcore rock O’Sullivan departed from the band than DJ Tiesto. And to make things in early August, amid Dance Gavin even more confusing, nobody in Dance’s nationwide tour with their lineup goes by the name of LoveHateHero, leaving the band to Gavin. recruit young, yet capable, Zac Gar- Th ose who frequent Warped ren as their new guitarist. Tour or Bamboozle should make I will argue to my death that plenty of room in their iPods for O’Sullivan’s absence is a detrimen- Dance Gavin Dance. Th e band’s tal factor in the band’s fate, which is genre resembles that of veterans partially — and morbidly — proved From Autumn to Ashes, but without correct as rumors of Dance Gavin the pretentious and whiny vocals. Dance’s breakup fl ew conveniently Th eir fi rst full-length album, while I was writing this review. Downtown Battle Mountain, is Although the band has denied dramatic like Chiodos’ new Bone these rumors, they have yet to ex- Palace Ballet, but without the elec- plain the abrupt cancellation of tronica sound eff ects and predict- their two upcoming tours. But I still able choruses. hang onto the fact Downtown Battle Harmony is what makes Dance MYSPACE.COM Mountain is clearly a post-hardcore Gavin Dance so captivating and masterpiece, arguably the pinnacle unique. Heavy foot thumping on From left, Jonathan Mess, Matt Mingus, Jonny Craig, Sean O’Sullivan, Will Swan and Eric Lodge. of Dance Gavin Dance’s career. the bass drum complements quick Should their reign of tearing up guitar fi ngers that create clear and the small stage by asking sound crisp high-pitched tones. those of Justin Timberlake. Jon beat and note sung, every song on forget that the masterminds behind check to turn the volume up “as Lead singer Jonny Craig, who Mess, whose gruff voice mismatch- Downtown Battle Mountain evokes it all are just a bunch of 20-year-olds loud as it can go” end sooner than has perfected his range and pitch es his wholesome good looks, adds those familiar feelings of heartache, from Sacramento, California . later, at least I can still cherish my since the band’s 2006 EP Whatever I hoarse grumbles, which perfectly confusion and good ole chivalry. Dance Gavin Dance’s songs autographed copy of Downtown Say Is Royal Ocean, lends raw talent off set the fl uidity in Craig’s voice. Poetically ambiguous lyrics add a are original and deep, so much so Battle Mountain and relish in abus- with vocals that strangely resemble With each guitar strum, drum tinge of sophistication, making you that you have to listen their album ing the repeat button. PAGE 16 I THE TICKER ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Shanley’s Savage in Limbo is solid

BY FRANK MARZULLO Limbo. Set in a Bronx bar in 1984, which Savage dismisses as dead. SENIOR STAFF WRITER the set features a black door and “It’s Monday night all over,” he re- bar, pockmarked with what can be plies with his customary deadpan Th e Duo Th eatre on E. 4th Street interpreted as bullet holes; dead drone. in downtown’s Th eatre Row, has plants limply hang from ropes. It’s forever been as bleak and such retro charm that almost any With so many plays set in bars, dead as Monday for the quintet of play is enhanced in the venue. playbills should come with drink life’s losers, all 32-year-old former Two lush gold-edged fresco re- vouchers. classmates, in this existential “tragi- productions adorn the walls, envel- Th e lights rise on failed-nun- comedy.” All seek the bar’s refuge, oping the audience. Th e gold pro- turned-barfl y April White snoring. though emptiness always gnaws. scenium arch and detailed ceiling Lonely bartender Murk keeps her Savage, her mousy blond hair in are exquisite. inebriated with free booze. a bird’s nest, is a motormouth who It makes for an odd juxtaposition Denise Savage roars in looking lives with her mother and bemoans to Th e Process Group’s production for “action,” though it’s 7:30 p.m. her virginity. of John Patrick Shanley’s Savage in Murk suggests two other places, Linda Rotunda soon enters. As her surname indicates, she is a curvy Italian babe who gets “knocked up every time she stops moving,” Savage scolds. Tony, an obtuse stud who lives in his cous- in’s garage and is her current beau, completes the mix. Savage desperately suggests that the girls become roommates. Tony wants to dump Linda for girls who have read books and can teach him something about the “ugly girls.” BROADWAYWORLD. COM Th is revelation comes after a The largely-drawn characters create the ideal actor’s showcase. chance hookup with a Russian who told him about her country, that “they need our wheat.” create the ideal actor’s showcase, smell the heat off of you.” As Linda struggles to pick up the and this cast takes full advantage. A April is properly pathetic and pieces, Savage shamelessly propos- credibility problem is that nobody vulnerable, thanks to Brooke Del- es to him. By play’s end, two mar- appears to be beyond their mid- aney. Henry Zebrowski leaves a riage proposals have been made. 20s. vivid impression as the stoic Murk. Th e 80 minute play never lacks Robert Bray makes a stringbean As Savage, Rebecca Whitehurst’s energy or interest. Th e credit goes of a Tony; at one point Linda ma- performance is sometimes forced, to Shanley, who should win the Pu- neuvers his back atop hers. But he as is her accent. litzer Prize, an Academy and Tony has conviction and good linguistic Director Bryan Close makes awards. command. ambitious choices, which often fall Savage has such tender pathos, Jenny Grace has a gleeful time short. Tony’s walking the entire the- yet is laced with terrifi c one-liners. employing her high-pitched Bronx atre perimeter is superfl uous, as is Told to stop watering his long dead accent and makes very strong char- Savage removing her top. NEWTHEATRECORPS.BLOGSPOT.COM plants, Murk retorts, “Th ey don’t acter choices, serving as a great But they are bold choices. As know that.” sparring partner for Savage. She Tony says, “You only live once. Is it Rebecca Whitehurst as Denise Savage in Savage in Limbo. Th e largely-drawn characters also confi rms Tony’s line, “I can gonna be on your knees?” NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT I PAGE 17 Stomp all night long ety of voices begin to mix: children, also one of the funniest due to one n Without a plot, parents and lots of tourists. In fact, member of the cast who made ri- this may be one of the ideal shows diculous noises to annoy the oth- Stomp still manages for out-of-towners, as the language ers, and at one point pretends to be barrier is completely taken down choked by the newspaper, which is to mesmerize by the universality of sound. much funnier than it might sound. Some people who might have a Th ough full of good acts and audiences problem with the show, however, bursting with talent, there is a point are those who are remotely tall. Th e when the show begins to drag on. It BY MARIANE ST. MAURICE rows of seats are so close together suddenly just becomes a blend of COPY EDITOR that it feels as though the produc- various beats, and the repetitive- tion was trying to maximize profi ts ness of objects hitting the stage can Who knew brooms and match- by adding rows of seats. make you doze off for a few sec- stick boxes could be so entertain- If that was the intention, it onds. ing? worked: by the time the show start- Th e show is soon salvaged, In the opening scene of Stomp, ed — 10 minutes late — every seat though, when the theater is plunged a show that has been in New York was occupied. in complete darkness. Th e beats City for 13 years, a man noncha- Th e opening scene is strong, as begin, but their origin remains a lantly sweeps the fl oor of the stage. the brooms and foot stomps mingle mystery. As you turn your head left He soon starts tapping beats with and make you wonder exactly how and right looking for the perform- his broom, and before you know what you’re hearing is possible. ers, they suddenly appear in selec- it, he is joined by seven other per- Th e performers move about the tive spotlights — all hanging from formers, each with a broom, tap- stage in calculated circuits, and at the ceiling. ping and sweeping diff erent beats. one point are sweeping in a circle No more of Stomp’s tricks will be Th e result is simply mesmeriz- with skills and energy that would revealed here, but let’s just say that ing, as somehow a complex set of give the national curling team a run the six weeks of daily training the broom hits emerge from the stage for its money. performers must go through cer- and become the carefully orches- In addition to brooms, the cast tainly pay off . trated beat intended to open this of eight performers, who are trained Stomp has funny elements, is at show, based on beats made by ev- to be able to exchange roles from times interactive and is one of the eryday objects. one night to the other, use other rare shows appropriate for all ages One of the only shows in New objects such as sand, garbage bags, and all tourists. York that doesn’t have a storyline, basketballs and a banana peel. Th e consensus of who were Stomp takes place at the Orpheum In one of the segments, four male there seems unanimous: people Th eater, on the Lower East side. performers walk on stage with sinks love Stomp. Th e theater is deeper and narrower around their necks. Th ey make mu- Th e crowd participated in all than most, and decorated in a fash- sic using the sinks, the chains that the interactive bits of the show — ion that represents the originality of hold them up, as well as the cups which were at times punctuated by the show. and water found in the sinks. With a child’s contagious laughter — and Covering the walls are random their yellow rubber gloves, the men wore broad grins as they walked objects such as stop signs, street- look like they’ve never had so much out of the theater, imitating beats lights, fences and stools. Th ere are fun doing the dishes. on each other’s backs. also barrels here and there, a few One of the most memorable Th e satisfaction was such that car parts, an old vacuum — and a scenes involved newspapers and it lasted all the way to the subway roll of toilet paper. showcased the variety of sounds platform, where people could still As the seats of the theater grad- people can make while holding be heard humming the last beats ually fi ll up before the show, a vari- and reading them. Th e scene was into the night.

FLICKR.COM Stomp’s rhythms and beats, like from their fast-paced broom dance, have received rave reviews.

BY SHAWYONIA PETTIGREW the BPAC Box Offi ce. BPAC CORRESPONDENT On Th ursday, Nov. 15 at 12:45 p.m. in the BPAC lounge, we will feature the fi lm, Last Holiday, with Th e Alexander String Quartet, Baruch College’s Queen Latifah and LL Cool J. A woman fi nds that ensemble-in-residence for 21 years, have per- she has a short time to live and decides to make formed all over the world and are hailed as one of the most of her fi nal days in this romantic com- the world’s premiere ensembles. Th e quartet con- edy. sists of Zakarias Grafi lo (violin), Frederick Lifsitz Last chance to see the phenomenon 1001. Join (violin), Paul Yarbrough (viola) and Sandy Wilson New York’s own DJ Arisa Sound, a cast of rising (cello). Th e New York Times calls them “an un- stars and the hot young theater company for a usually fi ne group-musically, technically, in just theatrical experience unlike any you’ve ever seen about any way one wants to view it.” right here on the Baruch campus. At 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12 and Friday, Nov. Th e play riff s on Th e Arabian Nights to tell the 16, ASQ will play music from the Beethoven String story of a New Jersey Jew and Palestinian woman Quartet Cycles in the Engelman Recital Hall. Tick- and conjures a storybook world that dissolves, at ets to these concerts are $15 for faculty and staff , a moment’s notice, into modern-day Manhattan. and free for Baruch students. On Th ursday, Nov. 1001 defaces and energizes the Arabian Nights to 15 at 2:45 p.m., ASQ will have a free concert open guide us through a dizzying tour of our precarious to Baruch students, faculty and staff . Seating is world. limited. Tickets for their performances can be Last year, Page 73 received raves for its produc- picked up at the BPAC Box Offi ce. tion of the Pulitzer Prize nominated play, Elliot, A Th e Fine and Performing Arts department will Soldier’s Fugue. Tickets are only $25, but Baruch present Neil LaBute’s Th e Shape of Th ings at the students can purchase tickets at the box offi ce Bernie West Th eatre (17 Lexington Ave, 9th Floor) for only $10 with a valid Baruch ID. Faculty and from Tuesday, Nov. 13 to Saturday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 staff pay only $20. Showtimes are 8 p.m., Monday p.m., with a matinee on Saturday at 2 p.m. Seating through Saturday, with a matinee at 3 p.m. on Sat- is limited. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at urday. LeisurePAGE 18 I THE TICKER LEISURE NOVEMBER 12, 2007 All aboard, the Arctica is here

country music, I skimmed through the freshness of the bacon.” What Arctica Bar and Grill the lunch menu and, as my eyes more can a girl ask for? 384 Third Ave. landed upon the lunch special, In answer to that question, I my stomach grumbled. For $7.50, suggest you visit the basement, New York, NY 10016 customers get a choice of a panini called the Ice Bar. Th e name of the (212) 725-4477 or wrap, with a side of fries and a bar describes very well the frosty- Subway: 6 to 28th Street soup. looking, lit up bar and the huge Th e waitress was friendly, but mirrors on the wall. Th ere are two the wait for the food can seem a bit high tables and high, square stools long. Just sit back and relax, enjoy to go along, identical to the stools BY MARIANE ST. MAURICE the tasty multi-grain bread and use at the bar. COPY EDITOR the time to chat, because once the Th ere is also a pool table at the food comes your mind might shift foot of the spiral glass staircase. Whoever thinks that a fancy res- its focus. One of the restaurant’s regular cus- taurant has to be synonymous with Just seeing the food makes the tomers who was enjoying a beer high prices has obviously never wait worthwhile. Th e sandwich, and some pool at the time said the been to Arctica Bar and Grill. fries and soup are neatly present- place gets packed on Friday and From its Th ird Ave. entrance, ed in a rectangular white plate, Saturday nights, and that Th urs- the restaurant looks no diff erent and everything smells delicious. days tend to be a hit and miss. than a common lunch place with Th e corn chowder; the special of- Th e restaurant’s daily happy hour, outdoor seating. However, once fered on that day is quite fi lling from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., might also be you step in you’ve entered a new so, as tempting as it is, don’t force worth a try. dimension. Th e entire restaurant, yourself to fi nish it; much is still to Th ough it has been open for which stretches back further than SPECIAL TO THE TICKER come. only 10 months and can be inad- one would imagine, is designed Patrons enjoy the maritime atmosphere of Arctica. Th ough I burned my tongue on vertently passed by, Arctica is defi - to look like a ship. Th e bar area is the fi rst French fry, all the other nitely worth a specifi c trip up Th ird long and narrower than the back, line the wall to the oversize arm- enticing couch-like armchairs, I ones gave me the good feeling only Ave., if you don’t mind the fl ash of just like the middle part of an old- chairs placed around the tables. sank much lower than expected. golden, crispy French fries can plasma screens and a bit of a wait. fashion ship. Th e back, where the On the walls are huge tan-col- Th is was not a problem in of itself, procure. Th e Cajun chicken pa- Or if you can be distracted from tables are located, is wider and ored drawings that seem to depict but as a pointer for shorter people, nini was very good, with caramel- them by good food and you enjoy makes you feel like you are on a old Westerns. Th e elegant, private pick the traditional table with a ized onions trying to escape from a good restaurant, put this one on cruise liner. At least it did for me, club-look is slightly tarnished by chair and bench. Also, if there are all sides of the buttered toasted your list. and would for anyone else who’s the multiple giant plasma screens only two of you eating, the round baguette. Th eir combination with never actually been on one. located not only at the bar, but tables are so large that they may the melted Swiss cheese and, of Out of 5 stars: With its high luster and real course, the chicken, just plainly around the restaurant as well. seem to be keeping you apart from Food: ´´´´ fi replaces, Arctica reminded me of Th eir eff ect on the décor, though, is your companion. Whether that is “hit the spot.” Service: ´´´½ the Titanic (though I’ve never been a matter of opinion as avid sports a good or bad thing, I leave up to My friend testifi ed that the Th ai on that one either, but it does look fans may relish the availability of you. chicken panini was great as well. Atmosphere: ´´´´ Th e bread is crispy, the chicken is like the movie). Everything feels so such crucial information. Sitting back in my personal Price: $$$ (20-40) grand, from the high benches that As I sat down in one of the very sofa and enveloped by moderate good and “you can actually taste

SEX WITH MICHELLE & ELYSSA Myth Superbug alert

BY TAHEERA TIM KEE • A recent hospitalization where found in pus is kept from spread- BARUCH HEALTH AND WELLNESS COORDINATOR exposure to antibiotic-resis- ing. Busters tant strains of staph are pres- Not sharing personal items: Ra- A deadly superbug has recently ent. zors, sheets and towels are a few Everyone has heard at least one stay away from those sodas! been featured in the news, demon- • Participation in contact sports items among many that you should sex myth, like Knocked Up’s gravity ized for its resistance to treatment where the potential for infect- keep personal. If you have a break theory. Some myths are more • You cannot get pregnant from and unwanted presence on college ing cuts and wounds increase. in the skin or wound, wash your widely known, while others are so anal sex. Th is is true, however, and high school campuses. • Sharing personal items such towels often in warm water to kill obscure that it seems impossible to having unprotected anal sex Th is superbug is a strain of the as towels, razors, uniforms or bacteria that may rub off onto the fi nd any truth in. Some of the more is risky because leakage may common staph bacteria that natu- athletic equipment. fabric. popular myths include: occur. So, if your going to do rally exists in the environment as While there is reason the act you might as well use a well as our bodies and is referred to for alarm about the • Vaginal sex is painful for condom just to be safe. as MRSA — an acronym for Methi- “deadly superbug” women the fi rst time. In some cillin-resistant Staphylococcus with recent unfor- cases, this is true because the • Virgins can’t experience aureus. tunate stories hymen is being torn the fi rst orgasms. Of course, this As its name im- about young time of sexual intercourse. isn’t true. Any virgin who plies, this bacteria people suc- Some women don’t experience masturbates knows that they is especially harmful cumbing pain because their hymen can experience an orgasm because it does not sub- to and be- could have been torn from without sexual intercourse. mit to ordinary antibiotic treat- coming playing sports, using tampons ment and may eventually invade infected by or having manual sex. • Having sex standing up, in the the bloodstream and main organs, the bacteria shower or bath will not end in sometimes producing fatal results. in our area, • You can’t get pregnant pregnancy. Once again, no How do you know if you’re in- there are ways during your period. Th is is matter which way you have fected? • Dwelling in to protect yourself not true because in some sex, if it is unprotected, then Th e signs and symptoms of an close quarters against it. that are unsanitary. Students and ath- cases ovulation may occur. there is a chance of pregnancy. MRSA infection usually take the DREAMSTIME Th erefore, having unprotected Th ough, there is some proof form of skin lesions and abscesses, How is MRSA treated? letes need to be particu- sex may lead to pregnancy. that not all semen can survive or pimple/bite like bumps. MRSA does not respond to peni- larly careful as they are often put in water, you must keep in Because it is often spread from cillin. Th erefore, more potent anti- into environments where the threat • Th e condition “blue balls is mind that all it takes is one skin-to-skin contact, the staph bac- biotics, such as Vancomycin are ad- of spreading MRSA is particularly made up. Th is term is false. sperm to get pregnant. teria can get under the skin through ministered to infected persons. high. Men’s testicles don’t actually cuts and scrapes from one infected How do you protect yourself However, if you implement a few turn blue. Th ey do feel • Bachelors have the most sex. person to another, resulting in in- against MRSA? hygienic “upgrades” to your daily discomfort if their sexual urges Th is is absolutely not true. fl ammation. Staph bacteria is quite common, routine you should be MRSA free. are not released, though. Statistics say that married men What causes MRSA? however, there are certain things have the most sex. However, MRSA is spread through direct that individuals can do to prevent If you suspect that you may have • Drinking an abundant amount that doesn’t mean that you contact and the infection invades MRSA infection. the infection or simply want to get of Mountain Dew decreases should run and get married the bloodstream through breaks in Hand-washing: By scrubbing a check up on your health, visit the sperm count, as a result the if you want to have sex! the skin. hands briskly for at least 20 seconds Baruch Health Care Center on 138 woman can’t get pregnant. Th e main risk factors of MRSA and drying off with a paper towel, E. 26th Street, main fl oor or call Th is is absolutely false. No Th ere are so many theories are: you can signifi cantly reduce the them at (646) 312-2040. fountain drink can prevent to having sex and some are just • Previous episodes of eczema, presence of bacteria. For more information on the pregnancy; however, drinking common sense. Nevertheless if psoriasis or even cuts and ir- Preventing wound infection: By topic visit the NYC Department of too much may be harmful you are not sure then might as well ritation from shaving increase keeping wounds clean and covered Health website, nyc.gov/health. to the body in general. So play safe then sorry. the risk of infection. by sterile, dry bandages, bacteria NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER LEISURE I PAGE 19 PAGE 20 I THE TICKER LEISURE NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Blending art and food at K2 Lounge hour from 6-7 p.m. where drinks marinade and served with peanut K2 Lounge, at the are priced two-for-one. Quite con- dipping sauce ($9). Th e beef is ten- Rubin Museum of Art veniently, the museum’s galleries der and the accompanying sauce are free on Fridays from 7-10 p.m. is light and sweet. Meanwhile, the 150 W. 17 Street According to the café’s Assistant Asian sampler ($10) features veg- New York, NY 10011 Manager Daniel Gomez, a Baruch etable dim sum, chicken potstick- (212) 620-5000 x 344 senior and vice president of ALPFA ers and miniature steamed pork (Association of Latino Professionals buns. Unfortunately, their tough Subway: 1 to 18 St.; A, C, E in Finance and Accounting), there skins suspiciously taste like they to 14 St.; F, V, L to 14 St. is always something buzzing at were microwaved. Perhaps a bet- the museum, whether it be a book ter choice is the hummus and chips signing, special concert/demon- ($7). Th is features roasted garlic red BY OLEXA CAPILI stration or an independent movie pepper hummus with spicy Indian SENIOR STAFF WRITER screening. pappadam chips, plantain chips To start off your night, the and naan bread. Both varieties of Who says art and food don’t Dragon Eyes Mojito ($10) features chips are crunchy and pleasing, but mix? K2 Lounge now proves both the hummus falls a bit short on fl a- can peacefully coexist. Th is unique vor. Th e naan, which is promised to lounge is located in the Rubin Mu- be delivered warm and fresh, does seum of Art. Opened in 2004, it is “Every Friday not live up to this promise. the fi rst museum in the Western night, the lights are Th e museum’s lower level fea- world dedicated to the art of the Hi- tures a movie room called CABA- malayas and surrounding regions. dimmed, and The RETcinema “where movies and Visitors will learn about Tibet, Bud- martinis mix.” Here, one can watch dhism and many other facets of Hi- Café is transformed.” independent fi lms or old black- malayan art. Th e museum has six and-white fi lms, on a crystal-clear fl oors and the collection consists of screen. Th ere are café tables and paintings, sculptures and textiles. a blend of Marti rum, lime, mint people are encouraged to bring During the day, K2 Lounge is and litchi dragon eyes tea serum. their drinks down from the bar. Ad- known as Th e Café at RMA, a typi- Th is makes for a strong drink with mission is free with a $7 bar mini- cal café where museum visitors can hints of lime and litchi fl avors. Th e mum. For the month of November, rest and enjoy refreshments. It fea- non-alcoholic Ginger Iced Tea ($4) all fi lms are chosen and introduced tures hot and cold beverages and is refreshing, but is spicy at the end, by author Th omas Cahill, who is a varied menu, including dishes since the ginger fl avor lingers in the available after each fi lm for a ques- inspired by the cuisine of the Hi- back of your throat. tion and answer session, and book- malayas. Every Friday night, from On Friday nights, an appetizer signings. 6-10 p.m., the lights are dimmed, menu replaces Th e Café’s regular Th e next time you want to add the tables are pushed aside and daytime menu. Th e Asian-inspired a little culture to your Friday night, Th e Café is transformed into the dishes are all beautifully presented head on over to the Rubin Museum sleek K2 Lounge. Here, you’ll fi nd and adorned with fresh fl owers. of Art. It’s a perfect example of the sophisticated locals mingling with One good choice is the spiced sa- many free things to do in New York scholarly yuppies and local col- mosas ($9), which feature bite-size City. lege students. Th e hardwood fl oors, chicken and vegetable samosas rows of brown marbled columns fi lled with spinach. Both fl avors and golden lighting create an airy are delicious and mildly spicy. Th e Out of 5 stars: and peaceful space. Each table is samosas are served with an ex- Food: ´´´ topped with a neon candle. Th e DJ ceptionally creamy cilantro yogurt Service: ´´´ spins world music, adding to the dip, which nicely cools down the VICTOR CHU I THE TICKER Atmosphere: ´´´½ soothing atmosphere. spiciness. Another great item is the K2 Lounge features a happy beef satay dressed in a Th ai chili Price: $$$ (10-20) The Rubin Museum of Art: café by day, lounge by night. Calendar NOVEMBER 12,2007 LEISURE EDITOR COMPILED BY ELYSSA MALDONADO 7 p.m. Free to Students Baruch Tickets: $25 Engelman RecitalHall(BPAC) Cycle ProgramIII Beethoven Quartet String in Alexander Quartet String 7 p.m. to 10p.m. Room 1-107(NVC) Multi-Purpose Room The Grad Voice Magazine ReleaseParty 2 p.m. to 4p.m. Room 2-190NVC Pitch Preparing your Personal 6 p.m. to 8p.m. Room 2-125(NVC) Upsilon Lambda La UnidadLatina-Lambda Bachata History 2 p.m. to 3p.m. Room 3-254(NVC) Catholic Center Chaplain’s Offi March Ukranian GenocideSolemn 11/12 ce- Newman Submit your event listingsto 5:30 p.m. to 7:30p.m. Room 2-190(NVC) Techniques Advanced Interviewing 1p.m. to 2p.m. Room 14-235(NVC) ing Industry Executives onCampus: Bank- CareerHour Job$mart 10 a.m.to 4p.m. Room 2-150NVC SCDC Résumé Rush 6 p.m. to 8p.m. Vesey Street) 4 World Financial Center (250 Goldman Sachs Merrill Lynch, PepsiCo and withDisabilities ty Students Recruiting BaruchUniversi- Saturday matinée at 2p.m. Nov. 13-17at 7:30p.m. Tickets: $10 WestLex)Bernie Theatre(17 of The Shape Things 12:40 p.m. to 2:20p.m. Room 11-145(NVC) NAASA NAASA N.O.W Workshop 12:30 p.m. to 2:30p.m. Room 3-215(NVC) Lexicon Pictures Club [email protected] To checkyour Crossword andSudoku answers, visittheticker.org. 11/13 6 p.m. to 9p.m. Room 3-215(NVC) Beta Lambda Pi Upsilon,Zeta Phi Unity Feast 5:30 p.m. to 7:30p.m. Room 2-190(NVC) SCDC Skills Basic Interviewing 2 p.m. to 4p.m. Room 2-190(NVC) SCDC Letters Resume Writing andCover 9 a.m.to 10:30a.m. Room 2-125(NVC) USG Women Executives

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11/14 12:40 p.m. to 2:20p.m. Room 3-165(NVC) Systems Society Computer Information IBM Enterprise System 12:30 p.m. to 2:30p.m. Room 12-150(NVC) SCDC Internship Fair shop for Diversity Joband Job Fair Preparation Work- 1 p.m. to 2p.m. 151 E.25thSt. (Room750) CareersinSports Discuss NFL Visits BaruchCollegeto 2:45 p.m. Free Admission Engelman RecitalHall Quartet String Alexander Presents The Series Concert Silberman 12 p.m. to 2p.m. Room 3-240(NVC) Chabad Baruch College Torah Center 7 p.m. to 11p.m. Room 1-107(NVC) Multi-Purpose Room Italian Society, and WBMB Phi EtaSigmaGoldenKey, Masquerade Ball Events 11/15 THE TICKERLEISUREIPAGE 21 7 p.m. Free to Students Baruch Tickets: $25 Engelman RecitalHall(BPAC) Cycle ProgramIV Fair Diversity JobandInternship Beethoven Quartet String in Alexander Quartet String 6:30 p.m. to 8p.m. Room 3-240(NVC) The Grad Voice Formal Meeting 6 p.m. to 10p.m. Mason Hall(23rd St.) Shop ofStyle ion Show Fash-Annual Multicultural 1 p.m. to 6p.m. Room 3-210(NVC) Guild Music andPerforming Arts Practice Dance 12 p.m. to 4p.m. ARC Gym, Level B2 SCDC

11/16 PAGE 22 I THE TICKER SPORTS NOVEMBER 12, 2007 Bearcats are sent packing

BARUCH SPORTS INFORMATION Men’s soccer had an impressive run this season.

Kirykovich as a key forward on the n Men’s impressive team who puts a lot of pressure on opponents. comeback falls John Moreno, who has been playing soccer since the age of 5 short of a victory and made his debut as a Bearcat this year, felt that there was a lot of BY ROSIE GENAO impatience on the team and that SENIOR STAFF WRITER this was one of the factors behind the downfall. “Th ere was always a On what was undoubtedly the problem between our individual day with the worst weather in all performance and our team perfor- of October, the Bearcats faced off mance.” Next year’s team, accord- against the Dolphins of Staten Is- ing to Moreno, will have to learn land in the quarterfi nal round of patience above anything else. the men’s soccer playoff s. Among coaching staff and ath- Th e seventh-seeded Bearcats letes alike, the match against CSI overcame a 4-1 defi cit to tie College was a refl ection of the season as a of Staten Island at 4-4 with just fi ve whole. minutes left in the game, making it Many of the games lost through- one of the most striking comebacks out the season paralleled the quar- in the history of Baruch soccer. Th e terfi nal match, with opponents Dolphins, however, scored in the fi - scoring the fi nal goal during the nal minute, advancing to the semifi - last minute, sometimes with just a nal round and ending the Bearcats’ few seconds left. season with a 5-12 record. Not only was this season a ma- Families, friends and fans of jor learning experience for both re- both teams endured torrential rain turning and rookie players, but also and strong gusts of wind to watch for the coaching staff . Head Coach on as their respective teams faced Ranford Champagnie said, “[Th is off at a chance to advance to the season] was a huge learning curve semifi nal round. for us coaches because we’ve never Nothing compared, however, had a season like this. It was hum- to what the soccer players had to bling and eye-opening.” endure on the muddy and slip- Th e quarterfi nal game crushed pery soccer fi eld, weighed down by the Bearcats’ hopes of maintain- the rainwater that their uniforms ing last year’s championship title. quickly absorbed. Nonetheless, they have much to David Shin, second year player look forward to as next year’s team and captain of the soccer team, will be experienced with much of looked back at the quarterfi nal the off ensive line returning. game as the most defi ning of his Next year’s team should not only soccer career at Baruch. “I’ve never come physically prepared, accord- played this kind of game before. ing to the coaches, but also mental- When we tied with CSI at 4-4, I told ly prepared. “Th e team is not about someone that it was the craziest day self … you must stay focused,” said of my life.” Despite the loss, Shin be- Champagnie. “What we give is what lieves that at the end, it was a great we demand.” result. “You can always come back, On a broader scale, Assistant whatever the score is, and the team Coach Dima Kamenshchik con- learned that.” cluded, “Many people are part of Valiantsin Kirykovich, one of the school, but these guys are part the key drivers behind the exciting of the family. Th ese guys are build- Bearcat comeback and a rookie on ing the best brotherhood you can the team, added, “Th ere is some- possibly fi nd. Respect and appre- thing very important to mention … ciation is something that the next and that is that our team never gave team will have to understand. It is up.” always soccer, but it’s more about His coaches have referred to life.” NOVEMBER 12, 2007 THE TICKER SPORTS I PAGE 23 Cats can’t swing rackets fast enough

BY ROSIE GENAO SENIOR STAFF WRITER

Th e women’s tennis team has done it again. Under the leadership of Head Coach Florin Giuglescu, these Bearcats have remained among the top tennis teams in all of CUNY. After having defeated Brooklyn College during the semi- fi nals, the Bearcats advanced to the fi nal round of the tennis champion- ships, to face off against the Hunter Hawks in yet another battle among the archrivals. Still, the Bearcats were unable to prevent Hunter from winning their eighth consecutive tennis cham- pionship title, fi nishing in second place and ending their season with a 10-6 record . In spite of the loss, team captain Paola Feliz saw the match against Hunter as a learning experience for the team. “I thought that [the match] was a great opportunity to grow and learn more about what [we] are capable of under pres- sure.” Mariya Korobkova, believes that the team went in strong for the fi nal match. “We had a mentality of win- ning and putting up a good fi ght, we gave it our all, and we know we played [one of our] best games … even though the score might not [refl ect] it,” said Korobkova. Al- though Baruch did not make it to BARUCH SPORTS INFORMATION the NCAA tournament, the Hunter Hawks will be there to represent Women’s tennis team places second in CUNY Athletic Conference fi nals. CUNY which, for Korobkova, is equally as rewarding. gether,” said Giuglescu of his team. these teams at the forefront of the the fi nals is a highlight for any team the fi nal round, the Bearcats walked Like with any great team, there “Whether we won or lost, we were CUNY tennis lineup. “Winning 10 and the women’s tennis is no ex- away winners, proud of their ac- must be an eff ective balance be- always supportive of one another,” matches in a row [before the fi nal ception. With only one senior grad- complishments as a team and fer- tween skill and chemistry. “Each echoed Korobkova. round] shows the maturity of the uating this year and the rest of the vent for next year. Th is season, the one of [the players] has grown with Giuglescu, who is the head girls … a team that puts a lot of players returning, next year looks young Cats set the benchmark and the team, each one has character, coach for both the men’s and wom- heart [into the game.]” promising for the young Bearcats. now, with their mind focused on they fi ght together and they stay to- en’s tennis teams, has always kept Without a doubt, making it to Despite the loss against Hunter in next season, they are set to deliver. A tale of two NY teams BYWILLIAM BATTAGLIA draft on defensive players who can CONTRIBUTING WRITER excel and have familiarity in the 3-4 system. How could the New York Jets, a All is not lost for New York foot- team that fi nished last year with a ball fans, however, as the New York 10-6 record, made the playoff s and Giants have played some inspiring showed promise in their fi rst sea- football over the fi rst two months son under fi rst year Head Coach of the regular season. At 6-2, the G- Eric Mangini, become this year’s Men have to be considered one of laughingstock of the NFL? Clearly, the early favorites to reach the Su- no one could have anticipated the per Bowl in the 21st century’s weak Jets to struggle, but if they did, cer- National Football Conference. tainly not to this extent. Th e Jets, With the retirement of running with their only victory coming back Tiki Barber, a summer-long against the 0-8 Miami Dolphins, sit contract holdout by Giants’ defen- at 1-7 with all playoff hopes gone. sive end Michael Strahan and a Th e Jets have turned to sec- head coach in Tom Coughlin on ond year quarter- the “hot seat,” Giants back, Kellen fans were un- Clemens, in sure how good the hopes this 2007 team that he can would be. provide a Despite much-need- a 0-2 start ed spark on to begin the off ense. season, the Gang Eli Manning Green’s de- to Plaxico fense hasn’t Burress con- been any- nection has thing to write become just home about as potent as either; they the Colts’ Pey- have been ton Manning unable to stop to Marvin Har- the run or defend rison hookup. the pass, especially in key situ- A n d that “void” that ations. With the loss of Pro-Bowl needed to be fi lled by the loss of linebacker Jonathan Vilma for the running back Tiki Barber? remainder of the season, stop- Look no further than the three- ping opposing off enses will only headed Cerebrus that is Reuben get tougher for this defensive unit, Droughns, Derrick Ward and Bran- which currently ranks towards the don Jacobs. While the Giants com- bottom in the NFL. fortably enter their by-week at 6-2, Jet fans can only wonder if the true test lies ahead for them. Mangini’s 3-4 style of defense fi ts Tough matchups against the the team’s players. It seems so Cowboys, Lions and Patriots await simple for Mangini to correct one the Giants. Can this team answer of the team’s many fl aws; either the call and give New Yorkers some- bring back the 4-3 style where the thing to cheer for in a year when the Jets look at least respectable on de- Yankees, Jets and Mets have failed fense, or be prepared to spend early them? For the sake of this city, let’s round draft picks in next year’s NFL hope so! PAGE 24 I THE TICKER SPORTS NOVEMBER 12, 2007 SCHEDULE THE TICKER Men’s Basketball 11/30 - 12/02 —ECAC Champs, TBA 11/16—Baruch vs. Vassar, 6 p.m. 11/17—Baruch vs. William Paterson, TBD Women’s Basketball 11/20—Baruch vs. Yeshiva, 8 p.m. 11/17—Baruch vs. Whitworth, 2 p.m. 11/26—Baruch vs. Farmingdale, 7 p.m. 11/18—Baruch vs. Chicago, 11 a.m. 12/01—Baruch vs. R. Stockton, 2 p.m. 11/20—Baruch vs. Farmingdale, 7 p.m. Sports 11/30—Baruch vs. Kean, 7 p.m. Men’s and Women’s Swimming 12/01—Baruch vs. FDU-Florham, 5 p.m. NOVEMBER 12, 2007 11/27—Baruch vs. York, 6 p.m. Bearcats poised for battle n Women ready n Men back with to make it to the a vengeance finals again BY KELLIE CLARK AND MERCEDES ZEGARRA BY MARIANE ST. MAURICE SPORTS EDITOR AND CONTRIBUTING WRITER COPY EDITOR Since the conclusion of the fall It looks like this year might be it. sports season, the men’s basketball Back in full force, the women’s bas- team, along with the other spring ketball team seems ready to take on sports teams, has been preparing a new season and take back what for its upcoming seasons. was theirs, the championship title. Last season, Baruch ended up With both fresh and returning being third in CUNY, and were then talent on his team, Head Coach smacked out of the CUNY Athletic Machli Joseph is confi dent about Conference basketball tournament the upcoming season. in the semi-fi nal round by the Col- Th e team includes six seniors, lege of Staten Island, ending the which translates into more experi- season with an overall record of ence and leadership to help guide 11-16. the freshmen and transfer stu- So how are these Bearcats plan- dents. ning on redeeming themselves this “What’s special about this team season? For starters, they began and senior class is that the leader- their preparation on Monday, Oct. ship is much better than the previ- 15 with open try-outs. Out of the ous year and the talent pool is ex- 30 hopefuls only 16 made the cut, traordinary,” says Joseph. with two freshmen being chosen as Kaleia Davis, a returning sopho- practice players. more, emphasizes the new talent of “[Each player] demonstrated this year’s team. “Th ey are very tal- the needed talent, ability to help ented, bright girls,” she says. “Th eir teammates be better players, atti- basketball IQs are amazing.” tude and whether they can process Some of the new talent Joseph instructions (listen),” said Head suggests keeping an eye out for in- Coach Ray Rankis of the men that cludes Monique Salmon and Sha- were selected from the try-outs. dae Rice, “two freshman [New York With only six former players City] guards that will make some returning this season, Rankis will heads turn.” have to rely heavily on the 10 new Salmon averaged 17 points, 7.5 players to help carry the team. rebounds and seven assists her One fresh face on the team is senior year of high school, while Miguel Malave, a transfer student Rice, who was also a cross-country from BMCC, who chose Baruch runner, averaged 14 points, 1.7 re- because of our basketball team and bounds and three assists per game. our school’s quality education. To keep his players on top of “At BMCC, the coach focused their game, Joseph gave them a only on our physical ability by mak- workout plan in addition to prac- ing us sprint a lot. But with Rankis, tices the team holds each week. the practices are great, intense, and Because practice time is pre- aggressive. He teaches us funda- cious, Joseph uses it wisely, he mentals and strategies needed in plans his practices down to the the game,” said Malave. minute and follows his outlines to Along with honing their skills as the letter. Th e team runs intense, basketball players, they have also short drills over and over, and Jo- been bonding as teammates. “As a seph runs along with them, coach- team, we have a type of camarade- ing them at the same time. rie at practice. If we argue with one Th e team’s main focus is de- another, it is only out of love and fense, but when the time comes encouragement” said Malave. for off ense, “We do a fast-break Although the Bearcats have off ense and catch the other teams learned to become friends as well off -guard,” says Davis. as teammates, Coach Rankis real- Joseph says this year, two of the izes that it will take some time be- team’s three captains, Chiresse Par- fore the players learn to “gel, and adise and Dominique McClendon, for some chemistry to come about. will be “the inside/outside tandem Th ey are all working hard and try- that will be a force to reckon with.” ing to do what the coaches ask, but But the action on the court is it they are still thinking and not re- also aff ected by what happens off - acting,” commented Rankis. court. Joseph implemented weekly, Rankis already has his eyes on mandatory team study halls, and the CUNYAC championship. “Our gave out progress reports to every goals are to win the CUNY’s and ad- player for each of their professors. vance in the NCAA’s. From a purely Team chemistry also represents practical standpoint, our immedi- a key element of this winning team, ate goals for our student-athletes and the girls have it in spades. Th ey are to improve every day they are at have been bonding since the sum- practice.” mer; when they go on trips, the Attending mandatory two-hour roommates are always picked at practices six times per week, the random, and practices always in- players are sizing themselves up for volve rotations. the season. Team Manager Mariya Korob- Th e fi rst game scheduled is in kova sees it and admires it. “Th ey’re the Vassar College tip-off tourna- all great friends ... and that’s what ment on Friday, Nov. 16 to Satur- makes them play better,” she says. day, Nov. 17. With the season starting Friday, Rankis commented, “[our] play- Baruch will see whether all the pos- ers make great sacrifi ces of time itive components of this team will and potential work to participate carry it to its goals to win champi- on our team. We select players with onships and become a nationally good character and expect quality ranked team. from them in the classroom and on VICTOR CHU AND MAYA KASHYAP I THE TICKER the basketball court.”