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UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON VOL. 58 NO. 11 Students to raise money for Zambia, awareness for AIDS

ERIN GAHIMER paintings from Zambia, play Zam- the school. Staff Writer bian music and serve a local dish, H a n - nshima, a bread-like staple of the ley hopes The University of Dayton student Zambian diet. that other organization FaceAIDS and the UD Junior Jessie Hanley, one of students Zambia immersion group are com- eight UD students who took part will be ing together to raise awareness in the Zambia immersion trip last i n s p i r e d about AIDS and to raise money for summer, said she decided to play to get in- a village in Zambia, Africa. a large role in initiating this event volved in her The students will host a joint because of the positive experience group’s cause. fundraising event on Friday, Oct. she had. “We hope the 29, at 5 p.m. at the Faith, Vocation “For me, I always knew about Af- event with FaceAIDS for us to and Leadership house, located at rica as a third world country, but will encourage other people to have get our name 421 College Park. For $5, students this trip gave me a personal con- an experience like we did and grow out and col- can purchase a full meal consisting nection and reason to work that in the global community,” she said. laborate with of a hamburger or hotdog, a side, much harder to help my friends in FaceAIDS and the UD Zambia another cause- and a drink. Donations also will be Zambia,” Hanley said. immersion students decided to col- based group on accepted. Throughout its time in Zambia laborate for the cause because of campus,” said Cam- The money raised at the event this past summer, the group spent their joint missions and concerns panella, co-president will be used to put a tin roof on the three weeks in the capital city of for Africa and AIDS in its coun- of FaceAIDS. “We village school where the UD group Lusaka and another three weeks tries. Currently, the UD FaceAIDS both have goals worked in Africa, as well to buy a in the village of Lubwe. The stu- chapter, which is part of a national about promoting car for the village’s local medicine- dents toured Lusaka and stayed organization which includes more Africa and aware- administering organization. with Marianist brothers. In Lubwe, than 200 collegiate chapters around ness, so we might All UD students are invited to they taught computer and science the nation, is led by junior co-pres- as well do it togeth- come learn more about AIDS at classes to students at a local school idents Suzi Campanella and Mi- er.” the event, as well as to see pictures and played with the village chil- chelle Perito. The UD chapter has FaceAIDS’ mission and videos from UD’s summer dren daily. Hanley and her peers about 15 members and meets twice is to raise awareness 2010 Zambia trip participants. The brought 11 laptops, two printers a month. See Zambia on p. 3 group also will display fabrics and and various supplies to donate to “This is a perfect opportunity

Car damages increase on campus, prompt Public Safety patrolling changes CARLY GOEBEL are occurring in the South Student fi cers have found that typically, UD In addition, Public Safety also is “What we are hoping for is that Staff Writer Neighborhood, according to Joseph students are the ones damaging fellow patrolling parking lots more, accord- students make a conscious decision Cairo, the UD Department of Public students’ cars. ing to Cairo. Offi cers are both on foot about their actions and the impact Since the beginning of the 2010-2011 Safety’s patrol lieutenant. “It is so diffi cult to prevent,” he said. and bicycle to keep watch for any in- they have on others,” he said. academic year, the University of Day- “It only takes a second for someone “It appears that there is very little fear cidents. Cairo said if anyone sees any type ton Public Safety has reported 13 cas- to kick the mirror off your car, which of being apprehended.” In addition, drivers working for of damage like this occurring, call es of motor vehicle damages, a higher is what most of the damage is,” he Although it has been diffi cult to stop Mom’s Limo, the university’s student Public Safety immediately at 937-229- number than in recent years, prompt- said. “We have had a couple of spray these incidents from occurring, Pub- escort services, have been instructed 2121. ing changes in security measures. paintings of cars. We have a few cars lic Safety has begun to track the in- to report any incidents they witness. “As a student, you don’t have an ob- These automobile incidents gener- with windows broken. It can happen cidents and analyze when and where This is intended to give Public Safety ligation to the person victimizing your ally occur on Friday and Saturday in the neighborhood, in the parking these damages are taking place. an “extra pair of eyes,” Cairo said. fellow students,” he said. “You have nights, as well as early on Sunday lots; it doesn’t seem to matter where “We have done what is called ‘crime When they are not driving students, an obligation to the community to let mornings. the car is parked.” mapping’ to try to determine if there the drivers are expected to patrol the us (Public Safety) know that this is the Nearly two-thirds of the damages Cairo and other Public Safety of- are patterns or trends,” Cairo said. parking lots. person that is causing harm.” weather TODAY SATURDAY SUNDAY (Source: www.nws.noaa.gov) 62/43 68/51 71/51 BATTLE OF THE BANDS ROCKS CAMPUS Get your fi ll of sunshine Friday, as the rest of the Sunny. Chance of Chance of Event returns on Saturday, page 7 weekend will be nothing short of wet and wild. showers. showers. 2 NEWS Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010

SPEAKER TO DISCUSS HOMOSEXUALITY, ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH CATHOLICISM

JEN CHENEY Assistant News Editor “That’s what Catholic universities are: places

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Trans- where we can think about things that matter, gender advocate John Corvino will so that we can grow in wisdom together.” discuss the morality of homosexuality and its relationship to Catholicism at the University of Dayton on Tuesday, Dr. Kelly Johnson, Oct. 26, in Sears Recital Hall. Associate Professor of Religious Studies The purpose of the event is to pro- vide a dialogue that will help bridge the gap between heterosexual and Government Association director of things that matter, so that we can grow homosexual communities on cam- internal affairs and an organizer of in wisdom together,” Johnson said. pus, said senior Ish Ruiz, the Student the event. SGA will sponsor Corvino’s In addition to Johnson’s talk, Ben- speech on campus. nett will discuss the concept of natu- A group of faculty theologians from ral law in Catholic teaching. Natural the religious studies department will law is important, according to Ben- participate in this conversation along nett, because it informs both Catholic with Corvino. teaching against homophobic crimes Jessie Hanley plays with two children during her summer immersion trip in Zambia. Since returning to UD, “Catholic campuses are often la- and homophobia, as well as Catholic Hanley has worked to raise funds to help a Zambian village. PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED BY JESSIE HANLEY beled as anti-gay because of many understandings of sexuality, marriage ZAMBIA directs the activities for World misconceptions about the true Catho- and friendship. (cont. from p. 1) AIDS Day, which occurs annually lic teaching on homosexuality,” Ruiz “I think this talk and panel presen- on Dec. 1. said. tation will provide a chance to have on UD’s campus about AIDS, as Both groups invite all students, According to Catholic teaching and a fruitful, meaningful conversation well as raise money for people in faculty and staff who are inter- the Marianist Tradition, “We all must about both GBLT issues and Catholic Rwanda who are HIV-positive. ested in supporting their cause accept and respect the dignity of every teaching,” she said. Rwanda has one of the highest and learning more about AIDS to person as a creation of God,” he said. Dr. Dennis Doyle, a religious stud- prevalence rates of HIV among all attend. Jana Bennett, a religious studies ies professor at UD, also plans to talk nations of the world, according to For more information about professor at UD, said the ongoing dis- about how to approach homosexuality, Campanella. FaceAids, go to the organization’s cussion in the news about the recent given the Catholic historical tradition. The group raises its money national website, faceaids.org. John Corvino will address the issue of homo- suicides of young men bullied for their “I intend to talk about how the dis- sexuality and the Catholic Church on Tuesday, through selling AIDS pins for $5 To learn more about UD immer- sexuality makes it clear that as a cul- tinction between orientation and ac- Oct. 26, in Sears Recital Hall. After his speech, throughout the year. sion trips, go to international.uday- three members of the department of religious ture, we need to have better conversa- tivity, while it may still be in need of FaceAIDS also sponsors AIDS ton.edu. studies will participate in a panel discussion. tions about sexuality and homopho- yet further development, has helped Awareness Week on campus, and PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY JOHNCORVINO.COM bia. Catholics to emphasize that all human “My hope is that Dr. John Corvino’s beings are made in the image and like- talk allows us as a Catholic university ness of God and how all are worthy of community to begin just this kind of respect and love,” Doyle said. conversation,” she said. No matter what students’ religious After Corvino’s speech Tuesday, a or political views are, Johnson hopes panel will speak briefly to offer some they will find Corvino’s discussion insight about both sexuality and ho- and the following panel to be thought mophobia in light of Catholic teach- provoking and challenging. ing. “Dr. Corvino’s talk creates an op- Dr. Kelly Johnson, an associate pro- portunity for us to consider carefully fessor of religious studies at UD, plans how we will think about sexual moral- to discuss how Catholic teaching may ity and homophobia,” Johnson said. challenge our ideas about romantic “It’s important for all [of] us, gay and love. She said she hopes that Corvino’s straight, and I think students will find talk will foster an educated, serious his style engaging, frank and con- conversation within the UD commu- structive.” nity about homosexuality. Corvino’s lecture will be free and “That’s what Catholic universities open to the public. Contact Ruiz for are: places where we can think about questions at [email protected].

“We all remember where we were when the Twin Towers were brought down nine years ago. I remember the exact moment, exact location and the whirlwind of thoughts fleeting about my brain when the announce- ment came on in middle school — confusion leading to fear, fear leading to panic.” FN BLOG Global Connection NEWS 3 Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010

University MBA program recognized for new concentration, high rankings

JEN CHENEY and the data gives students a decid- mand through 2014, according to the cutting-edge classes, integrated cur- In September, the university’s en- Assistant News Editor ed edge, according to Hugh Bolton, U.S. Department of Labor. riculum and emphasis on teamwork. trepreneurship program within the president and chief executive officer In addition to this new degree, the Matthew Shank, dean of the School of Business ranked as one of The University of Dayton’s highly of ATIC. School of Business Administration School of Business Administration, the top 10 undergraduate programs ranked Master of Business Admin- “We use real data in the classroom, recently has been named an out- said the rankings highlight student in the nation by The Princeton Re- istration program now offers a de- and some of it can even be live in- standing business school, according satisfaction with the MBA program’s view and Entrepreneur Magazine. gree focused on preparing students telligence data,” Bolton said in the to The Princeton Review, which list- emphasis on practical experience, It’s the fifth straight year the entre- for the growing field of protecting press release. “The program is very ed it in the 2011 edition of “The Best learning opportunities outside the preneurship program has ranked in information with a new concentra- project-oriented and team-oriented 300 Business Schools,” published by classroom and a friendly, collegial the top 10. tion in cybersecurity management. in a very real-world way.” Random House and The Princeton atmosphere. To learn more about UD’s MBA The MBA program is believed to be The first class of the training se- Review. UD’s MBA program is in- “We are pleased that students ap- program, go to udayton.edu/busi- the only one in the United States that ries is open to students without se- cluded for the fifth consecutive time preciate the open, welcoming en- ness. provides this concentration, accord- curity classifications. The second in The Princeton Review’s listing of vironment we foster and the value ing to a university press release. and third courses, however, contain the best business schools, according it adds to their educational experi- The degree also is the only univer- classified content, and only students to a UD press release discussing the ence,” Shank said in the press re- CORRECTION sity-based cybersecurity program with government and security clear- best business schools of 2011. lease. “This is especially important In issue 10, Public Safety’s 24- that guides qualified graduates ances will have access to them. This list is based on student sur- to the growing number of interna- hour phone number was given through the U.S. government’s secu- While the certification to be earned veys in which respondents are asked tional students who are interested in rity clearance process that can result focuses primarily on U.S. govern- to evaluate the learning curriculum our MBA program.” with an article about recent gay in a certificate of qualification, the ment requirements and practices, it of the business school. The Princ- Many international students espe- suicides. This phone number press release said. also may help students obtain rap- eton Review’s 80-question survey cially believe this program deserves was incorrect, and the correct The university has joined with idly growing private sector jobs. asked UD students about themselves the well-earned reputation since the one is (937) 229-2121. Flyer the Advanced Technical Intelligence Given recent growing cyberthreats, and their career plans, as well as faculty and staff are especially ac- Center for Human Capital Develop- jobs protecting information technol- their school’s academics, student cessible and helpful and will take the News sincerely apologizes for ment to offer this program. ogy data, systems and networks are body and campus life. Students said time to help individuals learn and this error. The sophistication of the facility expected to continue to be in high de- they valued the smart classrooms, grow, according to the press release. Sophomore takes innovative yo-yo to national conference

LAUREN CHURCH friction.” sity has been nothing but encour- Staff Writer By the end of Weikert’s senior aging of his work on the yo-yo and year, the class assignment had preparing for this week’s summit in Charlie Weikert, a University of caught the attention of a major toy Washington, D.C. Dayton sophomore and yo-yo in- company. “UD gave me access to computer ventor, has been invited to speak at “For my year long senior project, programs to work on the yo-yo,” Project Lead the Way’s first annual I decided to take my yo-yo invention Weikert said. “Dr. Hallinan (dean of National Innovation Summit in for Project Lead the Way class a mechanical engineering) has also Washington, D.C. from Wednesday, step further by creating a business been extremely helpful in aiding me Oct. 20, through Friday, Oct. 22. proposal and sending it out to three and supporting my trip to Washing- Project Lead the Way partners different toy companies,” Weikert ton, D.C.” with middle schools and high said. “One of the companies showed Hallinan said Weikert’s innova- schools across the nation to pro- interest, and I met with them.” tive ideas are “remarkable.” vide rigorous science, technology, Weikert said he believes it is im- “Charlie is a model of the type of engineering and mathematics edu- portant for engineers to be both in- engineer we’d like to always develop cation that helps students become ventors and entrepreneurs. He said — one who can create new technol- both innovative and productive in the combination allows engineers ogies and services,” Hallinan said. their fields of study. to approach engineering problems Weikert’s invitation to D.C. came Weikert, a mechanical engineer- with better marketing solutions. It about two weeks ago when he re- ing major and business minor, will also is beneficial for engineers to ceived an e-mail from Project Lead speak about the merits of engineer- understand how a product will be the Way. After his initial interviews, ing in the entrepreneurial world. He marketed when designing it. Weikert was asked to attend the took a Project Lead the Way class “If engineers understand the de- summit. his senior year of high school in mographics of a market, they will Weikert will be one of nearly Columbus, Ind., and was assigned be able to create products better de- a thousand people attending the to invent a new product, which is signed for those markets,” Weikert summit, which is designed as a when his yo-yo got its start. Weik- said. collaborative forum for the most ert’s invention focuses on increas- When Weikert considered differ- imaginative and innovative minds ing spin time for yo-yos. ent colleges to further his passion to meet and discuss different topics. “Longer spin time allows you for engineering, he said he found Attendees will be a part of five dif- to entertain better and do better that UD offered a great opportunity ferent panels discussing the latest tricks,” Weikert said. “To increase for the collaboration of engineering in science, technology, engineering spin time, I used friction stickers and marketing. and math education. that retract into the yo-yo and rub- “I chose UD because it has such a To learn more about Project Lead ber circles on the inside of the yo- good engineering and business pro- the Way and the Innovation Sum- yo, which then retract the stickers gram,” Weikert said. mit, go to www.pltw.org/innova- away in order to avoid too much According to Weikert, the univer- tionsummit. Charlie Weikert shows of his yo-yo skills. Weikert is presenting at a national conference this week about the values of engineering and business. MIKE MALLOY/ASST. PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR 4 NEWS Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010 Twilight retreats offer time for reflection RACHEL TOVINITTI conversations and discussions Eight students participated Staff Writer about important topics with their in the first Twilight and were peers during Twilight retreats, amazed by what they learned Undergraduates living on Jackson said. about themselves and each other campus have the opportunity to “It encourages faith sharing by the end of the evening, accord- OCT. FRIDAY participate in Twilight retreats, and helps build deeper relation- ing to Jackson. Five retreats were FLICK ‘N FLOAT which give students a chance to be ships among students building held during the 2008-2009 school Stop by the RecPlex for a poolside part of a retreat experience with- UD’s community,” senior Mi- year, and 15 retreats were held 22 movie from 10 p.m. until midnight. out sacrificing an entire weekend. chelle Gehret, one of the leaders during the 2009-2010 school year. Twilight retreats are held ev- of the program, said. In the summer of 2009, Jackson, ery Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m Twilight retreats are opportu- Gehret and now-senior Matt Dom- MARIANIST VOCATIONS DIS- in houses in the student neigh- nities for students to think about inick attended a Campus Ministry CERNMENT RETREAT borhood. The evenings revolve big questions in their lives and to Leadership Institute leadership Are you in the process of discerning around discussions about faith get the support of peers, Jackson training conference in Philadel- how God might be calling you to live and life questions over a dinner. said. phia, Penn. During their six-day out your Baptismal call? Join Campus Juniors, seniors and fifth-year Some topics that are covered in training at CMLI, they were able Ministry in this retreat from Friday, Oct. students who are living in the stu- the discussions include exploring to help develop the retreat even 22, to Monday, Oct. 25, to learn and dent neighborhoods are welcome one’s identity, future and relation- further, Jackson said. pray about the possibility of religious to attend. Students can offer to ships with others. “I truly believe, and students life. For more information, contact host a retreat at their houses, and “This program truly helps build have told me, that this two hour Sr. Nicole Trahan at trahannd@notes. up to 12 students can participate community at UD, forms stronger experience has been one of the udayton.edu in each event. relationships and gets people to best experiences of their time According to Sister Linda Lee have real conversations,” Gehret here,” Jackson said. “Some have Jackson, the faith development said. “After one of the retreats, said the insights they received MONDAY coordinator for UD Campus Min- two of the senior students said helped them to make life chang- OCT. BE A BETTER YOU: “LOVE YOUR istry and a facilitator for the pro- they stayed up talking all night ing decisions. Making choices, be- BODY MONTH” MOVIE NIGHT gram, many students are busy and learned things about each ing where your feet are, and being 25 Join the Women’s Center from 7 to 9 with their classes, jobs, clubs and other they had never known be- who you are and being that well p.m. in Alumni Hall Room 211 for a service projects, and rarely have fore even though they had roomed — these are the free gifts of the movie about women and weight, as the time to participate in weekend together since freshman year.” Twilight experience.” the main character is treated differ- retreats. Jackson was the main advocate For more information on Twi- ently depending on her size. A dis- Students can take two hours out for beginning Twilight retreats in light retreats, e-mail udtwilight@ cussion will follow. of their busy schedules to have 2007. gmail.com.

EDUCATION ABROAD INFORMA- TION SESSION Come to Alumni Hall Room 016 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for an informa- tional session focusing on education abroad opportunities in Africa and the Middle East.

FRIENDS OF AFRICA RECEPTION Students, faculty and staff interested in or from the different regions and countries of Africa are welcome to network at this informal reception in Kennedy Union Torch Lounge from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Sister Linda Lee Jackson (left), senior Matt Dominick and other students plan upcoming Twilight retreats, on Wednesday, Oct. 20, in a McGinnis Center Lounge. The evening retreats give students the opportunity to discuss questions about faith and life. ANNAMARIE BOGUSZ/PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR

The following incidents were reported to the Department of Public Safety from Sept. 19 through Sept. 27. This log was compiled by Flyer Crime Log News from actual police reports obtained from the Department of Public Safety. Criminal Damaging Theft Theft Criminal Damaging Theft Sept. 19, 12:31 p.m. Sept. 26, 10:20 a.m. Sept. 26, 9:35 p.m. Sept. 26, 11:53 a.m. Sept. 27, 1:53 p.m. Officer Little was dispatched Officer Little was dispatched Officer Ryan was dispatched Officer Little was dispatched Officer Little was dispatched to the rear of College Park on to the C Parking Lot on the to a landlord-owned to Brown Street on a to a UD-owned residence on a a criminal damaging report. report of a stolen rear license residence on a theft report. criminal damaging report. theft report. The complainant The complainant stated that he plate. He saw the plate The complainant’s cell phone The complainant stated that stated that sometime between parked his gray 2006 Saturn missing from a black 1997 and iPod were stolen from her someone had damaged 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 24, and Ion in RP-2 Lot at 2 a.m. on Honda Civic and contacted purse at a Kiefaber residence. the front window screen 9 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 27, Sunday, Sept. 19. When he the owner, the parent of a Her purse disappeared at 1 sometime between 6 p.m. on someone had taken her silver went out to his car later that UD student, who said the car a.m. and was found lying on Friday, Sept. 24 and 10:53 Pacific mountain bike from the day, he found that the front was in his son’s possession. the floor at 2 a.m. on Sunday, a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 26. bike rack at Campus South windshield had been cracked. There are no known suspects. Sept. 26, with the items There are no known suspects. apartments. The steel chain There are no known suspects. missing. lock was taken as well. NEWS 5 Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010

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costumers, the audience wouldn’t tion shifts. Children are fascinated PLACE SETS EYES ON UD be able to suspend their disbelief by the most insignifi cant details, but JUSTIN GUINN dian bacon, onions, green peppers, enough to lose themselves in the their focus can change completely Staff Writer potatoes and bacon bits topped with performance. Without the set de- at the drop of a hat. Young children cheddar and mozzarella cheese,” signers and crew, the audience also hold an exquisitely simple view Toppers Pizza has big plans for Iversen said. “But the main draw would be deprived of a certain level of the world. If some explanation Dayton. is the ‘Topperstix,’ which are the of artistic entertainment. And with- or line of reasoning seems to make The “more fun pizza company,” ultimate in breadsticks, topped PAT LILLIS, GUEST WRITER out the director, the audience would sense, they accept it without exten- which markets itself to 18 to 34 year with cheese and your choice of taco ”Star Like Me” is a series of jour- have no show to attend. Each person sive examination, consideration or olds and is open until 3:45 a.m. most meat, pepperoni or bacon. Also, all nals written by University of Dayton has a specifi c job, a necessary role to contemplation. This tends to give nights, has 26 Midwestern franchis- Toppers’ products are made from actors. To see previous entries, go to play, and each person must prepare children a kind of certainty, a con- es. Their newest location is a store at scratch with dough made fresh ev- fl yernews.com. This issue’s writer is for this role and practice with dedi- fi dence about things. While adults 345 Calhoun St., Cincinnati, located ery day.” sophomore Pat Lillis, of “The Divin- cation and concentration. stand around trying to determine less than an hour from the Universi- Although its prices are affected by ers,” opening tonight in Boll Theater. For months now, we’ve been re- the truth of a situation, children ac- ty of Dayton. According to Toppers, the ingredients – $13.99 for a 12-inch hearsing scenes over and over, un- cept truth unquestioningly. the same franchisers are looking to specialty pizza, according to the on- This is it. We are mere days from til they feel as natural as everyday I feel as though, as I come to know Dayton for their next move. line menu – Toppers runs dozens of opening night, and tensions are life. Since we started rehearsing, Buddy intimately, I am in fact com- “Other pizza chains are mundane, different deals at all times to ease high. Actors run through their lines I’ve tried to understand just who ing to know myself. And through tired and boring,” said Brett Larra- the cost on economically-challenged offstage, techies crawl around the Buddy Layman — the character I Buddy’s interactions with the other bee, Toppers’ director of franchise college students, Larrabee said. theater adjusting light fi xtures, cos- play — is. According to the script, he characters, I am coming to know my development. The plans for a Dayton Toppers tumers take last-minute measure- is a 14-year-old mentally challenged fellow cast members on a deeper Toppers employees said their Pizza store are still in the works. ments. Smack in the center of it all boy, with an intense fear of water. level. Theater is among the most company wants to focus on fun. Toppers is still waiting on the right sits the director, orchestrating the But to effectively portray any role expressive forms of art that I know. “Ordering pizza ought to be a fun location but hopes to open “within chaos that is production week. requires a deeper, more instinctual Though the actors wear the masks experience,” said Scott Iversen, Top- the next six months,” Larrabee said. It was once said that theater level of understanding. of their characters, and the audi- pers’ marketing director. “Young Hillary Cadigan, Toppers’ fran- works by instinct, and there is no In my attempt to truly understand ence sits apart from the stage, there people like to have fun, and we’re chise media consultant, said open- such thing as a calculated artistic Buddy, I drew inspiration from my is a certain connection between the aimed at young people, so we try to ing a Dayton store will be easy. decision. Though this may be true, little brother. Though not mentally people behind the mask, and the create a fun environment.” “Each [of our] locations averages it takes a good deal of preparation challenged, he has a lot in common people sitting out in the audience. The restaurant’s menu, available $1 million yearly,” she said. “This is and organization to get to the point with Buddy. I have always had a very There is a rare emotional intensity online at toppers.com, features new about 40 percent higher than [our] where such artistic decisions are close relationship with my brother, in the theater, a genuine human pas- kinds of pizzas, including “Potato competition, and, with only 26 total possible. It isn’t just a question of and I have watched him grow from sion, that is not only invigorating to Topper” and “Mac ‘N Cheese,” as stores, Toppers has already man- the actors memorizing their lines a helpless newborn to a curious, watch, but also enrapturing to per- well as buffalo and boneless wings, aged to shut down more than 10 and blocking. Without the light playful child. One of the most use- form. I know of no place so utterly grinders, and quesadillas. Papa John’s, Pizza Huts and Domi- crew, the audience wouldn’t be ful things that I learned from him thrilling for everyone involved, than “The college crowd pleaser, the nos, by opening in their markets.” able to see the actors. Without the about children is how their atten- the theater. ‘Hangover Helper,’ features Cana-

‘The 39 Steps’ promises evening of pure entertainment

ASHLEY PANTONA PRICE Performances will take place and Jake Lockwood – will make Staff Writer from Friday, Oct. 22, through Sun- countless wardrobe and personality day, Nov. 7, at the Loft Theatre, lo- changes during each performance. If a laugh-fi lled night at the the- cated at 126 N. Main St. “It’s incredibly funny,” Allan ater is what you’re asking for, the Leigh Allan, the Human Race’s said. “It’s very well written and [is] Human Race Theatre Company’s marketing director, called the play a very creative way to transform production of “The 39 Steps,” is just a “loving takeoff” of Alfred Hitch- movie scenes to [the] stage.” what you need. cock’s 1935 thriller. Previous productions of “The “The original was typical Hitch- 39 Steps” have been performed in cock … a hero who is accidentally larger theaters. The Loft, according caught up in a web of intrigue, pur- to Allan, brought in Adam Koch, a sued by both the law [and] the bad 2003 Oakwood High School gradu- guys as he tries to fi gure out what’s ate from New York, to rework the going on,” Allan said. “In this ver- show for the Loft. One of Koch’s sion, four actors portray about credits is working on the Chicago 150 characters, and in the process production of the Tony Award win- perform about every famous scene ning musical, “Million Dollar Quar- from a Hitchcock fi lm.” tet.” The Human Race hopes “The 39 Show times for “The 39 Steps” Steps” audience enjoys a night of are 8 p.m Wednesdays through Sat- happiness and light-hearted fun, urdays, 2 p.m. Sundays and 7 p.m. Allan said. She said the audience is on Sunday, Oct. 24, and Tuesday, essential to the show’s cast. Oct. 26. Tickets cost $15.50 to $19.50 Tossing it around: Scott Iversen, marketing director for Toppers Pizza, prepares a pizza. “Performers always feed off audi- for students and $30 to $39 for non- The chain hopes to open in Dayton in 2011. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY HILLARY CADIGAN ence reaction, so how the audience students. responds will be integral to how the Tickets are available at www.hu- “JACKASS 3-D”: DID IT MAKE $50 MILLION JUST BY BEING FUNNY? ... AND DORM DAYS, OUR WEB EXCLUSIVE TOUR OF UNDERCLASSMEN HOMES Alison Moody and Richard Marlatt per- show fl ows,” she said. manracetheatre.org or by calling >> www.flyernews.com form in “The 39 Steps”at the Loft Theater. The four actors – Richard Mar- Ticket Center Stage at (937) 228- CRISTA KLING/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER latt, Allison Moody, Bruce Cromer 3630. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 7 Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010 SATURDAY BATTLE KICKS OFF CHARITY COMMITTEE SEASON

Rocking out: Michael Winn and Danny D’Alessandro, members of Tyrannosaurus Bear, rehearse. The group will compete with others at Saturday’s Battle of the Bands in Humanities Plaza. LEAH WINNIKE/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

SARA DORN mester that involved music as a way nication major Lauren Porter. “It’ll Wil Morris make up Tyrannosaurus petition, which raises money to hire Staff Writer to get our name out there,” junior be a guaranteed good time. As for Bear. The band uses a combination a celebrity band to perform near Jessie Hanley, CCC’s vice president, my band, expect nothing less than of instruments including a water campus. The Charity Concert Committee, said. “We thought this would be a raw musicians delivering a reckless jug, tambourine, wire brushes and a In the past, the CCC has been re- sponsors of last spring’s Ben Folds fun way to say ‘Hey, we’re [the] con- and satisfying show.” harmonica. Instead of mimicking a sponsible for bringing Ben Folds concert, will host its first ever fall cert committee, so watch out for our The members of Tyrannosaurus specific genre, the group said it aims and Guster to Dayton. edition of Battle of the Bands in Hu- battle in the spring.” Bear, which played at last spring’s for a more unorthodox style. Hanley said the lineup for Satur- manities Plaza on Saturday, Oct. 23, The spring edition of Battle of Battle of the Bands, said Saturday’s “We are a band with people, and day’s concert is strong. from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. the Bands features more perform- Battle will be an opportunity for ex- we make music.” Titlebaum said. “Each of these bands are very dif- A combination of student bands ers, which have to try out to be part posure. “We’re not a generic group.” ferent,” she said. “It’s going to be a and solo artists will perform Satur- of the event. The fall battle, on the “I hope people like our music Tyrannosaurus Bear and its four really chill atmosphere with really day. Lauren Porter, Bridget Egan, other hand, requires no auditions enough [that] if they see our name competitors will be judged by the good entertainment.” Mark Gillion, OneSecond, Tyranno- for bands to participate, and admis- again, they’ll recognize us and say, audience, and a winner will be elect- Whether Porter wins or loses, he saurus Bear and Kelly Fine are on sion is free. Tie-dying will be avail- ‘I wonder what else these guys can ed based on crowd applause. said Saturday’s Battle of the Bands the program. able for $3, and the food vendor The do?’” said junior English major Mi- “It’s a pretty common approach to is important to him. Fine, winner of last spring’s Bat- Monchon will make an appearance. chael Winn. these kind of battles,” Porter said. “This is the first performance that tle of the Bands, will give a special Participants said they are eager to Winn, senior music major Philip “Personally, I’m not very fond of it, my band will do together, and this is performance to close Saturday’s perform for a UD crowd. Titlebaum, sophomore psychol- but it’ll serve as a challenge.” the kickstart for us, and I’m so ex- events. “I expect one heck of a show from ogy major Danny D’Alessandro and The winner of the battle will have cited for that,” she said. “We wanted to do an event this se- everyone,” said sophomore commu- sophomore music education major an automatic spot in the spring com-

ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? Join the Dayton, Ohio, Ghost- MIAMI VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA will play at 3 p.m. Sun- hunters Society from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Kettering- day, Oct. 24, at Kettering Fairmont High School, 3301 Shroyer Road. Moraine branch of the Dayton Metro Library, located at 3496 Far Hills Under the conduction of Dr. Kenneth Kohlenberg, the orchestra will Ave., as its members talk about investigating the paranormal through- celebrate American composers William Schuman and Samuel Barber. local and global out the Dayton area. The society will also show how to conduct a Music performed will include Schuman’s “New England Triptych” and paranormal investigation, including the equipment used. For informa- Barber’s “Essay for Orchestra,” among others. Tickets are $5 to $10. arts and events tion, call (937) 496-8938. To find out more about the performance, call (937) 602-4950. 8 OPINIONS Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010

“The First Amendment reads more like a dream than a law.”

forum Kurt Vonnegut, author, 1922-2007 fneditorial Democracy: ACTION: Analysis of political systems prompts question of historical, cultural superiority REAL CAUSES REQUIRE MORE THAN MERE COMPUTER CLICK ligion in government as candidates change. Our current system could be like Christine O’Donnell question if used to support this; many important October is a month with a cause, and Facebook and Twitter users have the notion of separation of church issues, such as health care or energy taken notice. and state is constitutional. For the policy, seem destined to remain unre- “Today is National Coming Out Day,” many FB statuses said on Monday, record, the Constitution does not use solved due to disagreement. Perhaps Oct. 11. “I’m coming out for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality that phrase but actually says in the Aquinas was right that deciding on a because it’s 2010 and only five states plus DC recognize that love, not gender, is REBECCA YOUNG OPINIONS EDITOR First Amendment that “Congress democratic government is settling for what matters in a marriage. Donate your status and join me by clicking here…” shall make no law respecting an es- a model that can never achieve great- Breast Cancer Awareness Month is one of many recent trending topics, As the election draws near, we hear tablishment of religion, or prohibit- ness. too. Twitter users are encouraging their followers to “think pink” and support often about the importance and vir- ing the free exercise thereof…” This is not meant to be a history breast cancer victims and their families. tues of democracy. But a recent cam- But for all the American excite- lesson, but rather an example of the The FB question “What’s on your mind?” and Twitter’s challenge to tell pus lecture prompts me to wonder ment about keeping our churches constant evolution of government. your audience everything you can in 140 words or less have given social media – when did we decide democracy was and governments separate, we forget Four hundred years ago, the modern users a sense of activism. They have convictions, and now, there is an easy and the best system in the world? that the Western tradition of democ- practice of democracy was unthink- quick way for the rest of the world to know about them. Monday, visiting Moroccan profes- racy has almost always been linked able. In America, it’s been less than While social media is raising awareness of social issues worldwide, it is just sor Dr. Med Bouzidi intelligently pre- with religion. It was as recent as 1929 100 years since women gained the the starting point. It should be a platform to educate individuals and inspire sented on the possibility of democra- that Italy reached an agreement with right to vote. Imagine what changes them to change the world — but it is just the first step. cy in the Middle East. His knowledge the Pope that his power would be re- our system will see by 2100. Success- Individuals need to leave their keyboards behind and go out into the world. on the subject was formidable, but stricted to Vatican City. Some West- ful civilizations have existed without Don’t just “support” a cause with the click of your mouse. Write letters to edi- my mind was caught up in the un- ern European democracies such as the structure we champion. The fu- tors of your local newspapers, informing your peers about what is important stated question. Germany don’t even attempt to keep ture will bring new ways of govern- to you. Senior Kevin Lolli did that this week – in an effort to tell the University When we structure academic dia- religion completely separate with ment that have yet to be conceived. of Dayton community to cast its vote for Ted Strickland. logue this way, it sometimes presup- parties like the Christian democrats To assume democracy is the ulti- The front page story is yet another testimony to this. The student organiza- poses that democratic transitions are among the most powerful. mate or best political system is both tion FaceAids and students who took part in an immersion trip to Zambia this the ideal course of action. We praise Religious figures also have had arrogant and naïve. The fact that summer are teaming up to make a difference, holding a fundraiser to teach our American system, but when did important insight about political sys- other places in the world think differ- their peers about African culture and health issues. we decide it was the ideal and/or only tems. Thomas Aquinas was not a fan ently than us isn’t necessarily some- As Facebook’s “Causes” page states, Facebook should be a tool for users to option? of democracy. To him, monarchy was thing to be examined with the lens of “mobilize their network of friends to grow lasting social and political move- The ideals of democracy seem old the ideal structure because it created “how do we correct this?” ments.” to us. It was in the late 1600s when unity that could be channeled for Rather, at a time of year when we Let it mobilize you, too. Use your social media tools to start a conversation, John Locke was writing about natu- peace. We are taught democracy is celebrate our country’s process, we and then get off your computers, and act upon it. ral rights and contract theory. But strong because of separation of pow- should celebrate the various systems many of the aspects we hold as hall- ers, but Aquinas called it weak for around the world that demonstrate marks of the system are relatively that very reason. The leadership will humanity’s constant intellectual fnstaff 2010-2011 new concepts.. This election cycle, never be united and thus will never be evolution. Welcoming other ideas is, we’re hearing about the role of re- able to make substantial important after all, the democratic thing to do. Editor-in-Chief Jacqui Boyle 229-3892 Photography Editor Annamarie Bogusz

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Opinions Editor Rebecca Young 229-3878 229-3813 “Yes, I feel like the S2 Lot has Assistant Opinions Editor Dan Cleveland Assistant Advertising Manager Andie Podwika “No, not really. Most people “Usually, I park on Kiefaber, have car mirrors knocked off.” and I park a little farther away. a lot of patrolling, so my car is Sports Editor Jacob Rosen 229-3891 & Kelsey Fitzpatrick I feel totally comfortable. ” always secure.” Assistant Sports Editors Daniel Vohden & Webmaster Jonathon Reinhart SOPHOMORE JOHN BARNES, JUNIOR SOPHOMORE Nate Waggenspack Assistant Webmaster Justin Reinhart NICK NAGEL, DANIELLE DETRUDE, EDUCATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MARKETING ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MARKETING Art Director Hannah Magnan Circulation Manager Pete Drouhard OPINIONS 9 Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010 Comparing past relationships not unfair, important for determining happiness Relationships are more than just a came involved. fore Susie, and he didn’t think it was a person. “Facebook official” status, at least if So then, we should never compare worth it to keep this current relation- I also am not suggesting that you go they are serious ones. They demand a any two romantic relationships, ship going. out and dump all the “Susies” in your certain level of involvement and com- right? Well, originally I could see But when he explained this to her, life if they fall short of being the per- mitment to another person. That’s somewhat of a problem with doing she got angry at him. After hearing fect partner. why many people would say it isn’t so. his story, I initially sided with Susie, But think about it: Many of us have right to compare any two relation- But after talking to a good friend a thinking that he was being unfair. found people in the past who made DAN CLEVELAND ASST. OPINIONS EDITOR ships. few weeks ago, I realized that there is But then he explained it to me. us happy and who had qualities that They involved two different people no reason why we shouldn’t. Sure, each person who we choose we desired in a romantic partner. But Romantic relationships are a tricky who were potentially very different We were talking about a girl who to get involved with is a totally dif- in the end, those relationships didn’t thing. Sometimes the more involved from one another. They probably he had dated last year — let’s call her ferent human being. I understand work. So shouldn’t our current rela- we become, the more we tend to took place at different times in our Susie. He had been in the same long- that, and I think we should definitely tionships be at least as happy as our think back on previous relationships lives. The contexts were different too; term and long-distance relationship be able to recognize that. Maybe you previous ones? to compare them to the current one. we had different levels of relation- with Susie for a matter of years, and don’t believe in “that perfect person” If you find yourself comparing in Many people would argue against ship experience for each and differ- he really cared about her. But even- who is out there waiting for you. this way, don’t feel bad about it; be- doing this, but if you ask me, it’s per- ent levels of acquaintance with each tually, he realized that he had been And believe me, I’m not trying to cause it’s not as unfair as you might fectly acceptable. particular person with whom we be- happier with the girl he had dated be- convince you of the existence of such think. letters to the editor STRICKLAND KEY TO OHIO’S ECONOMIC STABILITY Atlanta rapper saves lives The race for governor has never tive, private institutions such as the concern every Ohio citizen, most brought out voters in droves as do University of Dayton were required importantly those of us currently The rapper T.I. and the 1996 Imagine how many more world presidential elections, but the race in to reevaluate their own tuition in- in school, or looking to continue our Olympic Gold Medal Winning crises, or at least Atlanta area sui- Ohio should capture the attention of creases. Such actions around the education. Women’s Gymnastics team are the cide attempts, could be solved if University of Dayton students. Due state led to the addition of 60,000 stu- One of the most notable criticisms only redeeming things to come out T.I. had not been sentenced to 11 to the importance of this race, I urge dents in Ohio after the elimination of Mr. Kasich, and one that needs of Atlanta since the film premiere months in prison. you to examine its implications and of the nine percent annual tuition a more thorough review, is his in- of “Gone with the Wind.” There have been accusations support Governor Ted Strickland for increase. volvement with Lehman Brothers. In Atlanta, T.I. is God. Sadly, T.I. that T.I.’s efforts were all part of re-election. Challenger John Kasich, has on Much of the criticism of Kasich has was sentenced Friday, Oct. 15 to 11 a publicity stunt to build up some The struggling economy has cre- the other hand, consistently voted been based on the reports of him re- months in jail for drug possession. brownie points for his sentencing ated challenges for the entire nation, against the grants and federal pro- ceiving a $400,000 bonus during 2008 Now, don’t get me wrong, I love last Friday. T.I. denies these ru- and Ohio has not been exempt. Gov- grams that would both spur the while Lehman Brothers was going me the justice system and have al- mors, saying in an interview with ernor Strickland has met these chal- growth of education and not allow for bankrupt and retirement funds were lenges with action that both sides of the continuation of tuition increases. disappearing. Although it is a valid “ the political spectrum can support. His proposal to cut the income tax in point to understand that not every- “Imagine how many more world As state governments struggle with the state of Ohio, a measure that ac- one can be considered at fault at the crises ... could have been solved financial setbacks, Strickland has counts for over 40 percent of Ohio’s company, his actions still should be overseen the balancing of two bud- budget, would cause Ohio education concerning. Alarming is the fact that if T.I. had not been sentenced to gets, including a 17 percent tax cut to become even more reliable on an if elected, the man that’s setting Ohio which has been identified as the larg- increase in property taxes, allowing economic policy will enter office with 11 months in prison.” est in modern Ohio history. This tax for the discrepancies that currently a large sum of Wall Street money in cut also includes a $1.6 billion reduc- exist between schools to widen. his back pocket. LIZ MARSH, SENIOR tion in the corporate tax to help bol- The remainder of Kasich’s plan This coupled with the fact that Mr. ster Ohio job growth. relies upon cutting the education Kasich refuses to release his tax re- ways thought it to be the most mis- CNN, “This is something I couldn’t University of Dayton students budget while encouraging professors turns should concern those who re- understood of our beloved three have planned.” But even if it was should be aware of Governor Strick- at institutions of higher learning to member all too well the damage that branches. But, when T.I is written all an elaborate hoax, as T.I. would land’s dedication to education and teach more classes. unregulated business can have on the about in history books, he should say, “Errbody know it ain’t trickin how he has made it a priority of his Although Mr. Kasich proposes average citizen. be remembered for more than his if ya got it.” And I for one believe administration. With the cost of such limitations and cutbacks in The loss of jobs in Ohio is not multiple convictions. T.I. has “got it.” admissions rising nationally and a higher education, he managed to ac- unique to our state, and it is impor- Let me paint you a picture. T.I. is So does T.I.’s new status as an struggling economy that places fur- cept a position at the Ohio State Uni- tant that we choose someone who driving along in what can only be American hero, crisis negotia- ther importance on a strong educa- versity for $50,000 a year for minimal can prevent further slippage into this presumed to be a black Escalade tor and good Samaritan mean he tion system, Strickland enacted a monthly visits that allowed Kasich economic instability. I urge you to with tinted windows, listening to shouldn’t have to spend the next two year state college tuition freeze “to define the job” according to the stand with your fellow students and the radio and minding his own 11 months in jail? Honestly, I don’t to help those attending college and Dayton Daily News. While Mr. Kasich support Governor Ted Strickland for business. By chance, he hears a ra- know. But, what I do know is how those looking to return to school to proposes that we cut education fund- re-election in order to promote the dio broadcast about a man, stand- awesome it would be if instead of better their standing in the job mar- ing while increasing the work load of stabilization of our state. ing on top of a building, threaten- using violent forces to combat ter- ket. full time faculty, he has taken actions ing to commit suicide. rorists, we simply gave them a lit- Although this may not be seen as like those he looks to limit. Mr. Ka- So, T.I. drives up to the building tle face time with whatever rapper directly affecting private education sich has demonstrated these contra- KEVIN LOLLI where the jumper is and asks the happens to be the most famous/ institutions, in order to stay competi- dictory views before, and they should PRESIDENT, UD COLLEGE DEMOCRATS police if he can do anything to help. available at the moment. Say what you want about T.I. and Who better to convince terrorists ourpolicy his extracurricular weapons and not to hate America than a man drug habits, but T-Pain would have who describes himself as being Flyer News is the student-run newspaper of the University of Dayton. It works to serve the campus just kept driving. “Allergic to the counterfeit, [and] community and offers a forum for opinion. The university makes no representations or warranties As previously mentioned, T.I. is impartial to the politics.” regarding products or services advertised in Flyer News. Flyer News reserves the right to edit or God, so the jumper agrees to come LIZ MARSH reject all copy. Flyer News does not necessarily uphold or advocate the opinions in the columns, down off the top of the building in letters or cartoons appearing in the opinion pages. Send 50 to 350-word letters to the editor at: exchange for some “face time” with SENIOR [email protected]. Submissions must include name, major, year and phone number. T.I. The man was saved. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE 10 SPORTS Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010 SCHEDULE HOCKEY DESERVES YOUR ATTENTION Men’s Tennis Staff writer petitions UD students to watch sport, attend Flyer club games Friday, Oct. 22 - Monday, Oct. 25 Ohio Valley USTA/ITA Divi- And then came the worst event at a moment’s notice; and, they have to play it at some level. And to play ever for hockey fans: the 2004 NHL charging opponents who are allowed hockey requires ice. So that means sion I Regional Championship Lockout. Any hockey fan out there to hit them. you have to live in a cold weather cli- will tell you this was the worst “sea- It’s hard to appreciate all this on mate or have access to an indoor rink. Volleyball son” he or she ever experienced. And television, unless you’ve seen the Second, many of the best players play Friday, Oct. 22 vs. George the reason for the lockout? The own- game in person. There is a speed and in cities such as Vancouver, Calgary Washington 7 p.m. ers and the players could not agree on grace to hockey that doesn’t translate and San Jose. Third, you can’t watch ALEX BAUSCH, SPORTS STAFF WRITER Saturday, Oct. 23 vs. Char- how to split up the multi-millions of on television. From a fi tness stand- it on regular cable TV. When you think of the major team dollars the sport generates. point, hockey players are built like Fortunately, if you are interested lotte 4:30 p.m. UD Arena sports in this country, which ones On the other hand, 2004 was the football players, train like sprinters, in learning more about the game come to mind? best year I had in terms of grades in need to have the touch of golfers and and understanding how it’s played, Men’s Soccer Football. Check. school. Coincidence? I don’t think so. the toughness of boxers, must un- the University of Dayton has a club Friday, Oct. 22 vs. Duquesne Baseball. Check. Hockey returned in 2005, but there derstand some fairly complex rules team playing now. While it is highly 7 p.m. Basketball. Check. was no contract with ESPN, and I will like soccer, and play on a sheet of ice unlikely the players you see skate will Sunday, Oct 24. vs. St. Bo- Hockey? You know. The sport give someone a cookie if they can just slightly bigger than a basketball someday hoist the Stanley Cup – the played on ice. There is a red line, two name the network that showed games court. oldest trophy in North American pro- naventure 1 p.m. blue lines and goals on each end of the season following the lockout. And you know what else? It’s a full fessional sports history given to the the rink. Ring a bell? If not, you’re Nowadays, some games are shown on contact sport. NHL champions every year – you are Women’s Soccer probably not alone. Versus, and the “Game of the Week” As the famous sports journalist likely to come away with an apprecia- Friday, Oct. 22 at Duquesne Why isn’t hockey a major sport will be shown on NBC starting in Steve Rushin said, “By the age of 18, tion for the game I love. 7 p.m. anymore? Two reasons: The fi rst January. the average American has witnessed And yes, they fi ght in the NHL. Sunday, Oct. 24 at St. Bo- is spelled E-S-P-N. And the second So, outside of the games not shown 200,000 acts of violence on television, Usually one team’s big guy picks is because a bunch of millionaires on ESPN or a similar network with most of them occurring during Game a fi ght with one of your team’s big naventure 1 p.m. couldn’t agree on how to split a bil- regularity and consistency, what are 1 of the NHL playoff series.” guys, and it’s over almost before it lion dollars. you missing by not watching hockey? Seeing a really good basketball starts. But even after these “acts of vi- Football Believe it or not, hockey used to You are missing watching great player on a breakaway is very excit- olence,” the National Hockey League Saturday, Oct. 23 vs. Camp- be on the four-letter (ESPN) network, athletes perform at a high level. Hock- ing because you know he’s going to has a great tradition. After each play- bell 1 p.m. and it used to be a big deal. From ey requires all-out effort when play- dunk it. Imagine that same basketball off series, both teams go to the center 1992 to 2002, ESPN had three weekly ers are on the ice. They have to skate player having to dunk over someone of the ice and they shake hands, no telecasts. In 2002 when ESPN began backwards and forwards, and change whose full time job it is to stop him, matter what. It’s such a cool tradition, Men’s Basketball broadcasting the NBA, the weekly directions almost immediately; they and then you sense the excitement it is hard to describe. Do you see this Saturday, Oct. 23 Red and hockey broadcasts moved to Thurs- must have hand-eye coordination to when a hockey player has a break- in the NBA? No. Blue scrimmage 8 p.m. days only. keep the puck at the end of their stick away, and he has to beat a goalie to So give hockey a chance. Go to a bring the house down. game or two and watch the Flyers, Women’s Basketball So, why isn’t hockey more popular or watch a game on HD, and your life Saturday, Oct. 23 Red and across this country? First, I think to will forever be changed. really like a game, you have to be able See you at the rink. Blue scrimmage 7:05 p.m. Women’s Rowing New coach excited for future of Flyers program JIM WOMBWELL seasons at West Virginia University. racing. He said his focus is for the team Sports Staff Writer He also was the varsity women’s coach to get as much power and speed as pos- for the Cincinnati Junior Rowing Club sible out of the boat, called a “shell,” The University of Dayton women’s from 2000 to 2007. with all the rowers in it. rowing team is experiencing some Shortly before his entrance to the “We’re getting them where I want changes, but started the season on the program, UD added 22 new rowers to them to be,” Wenker said. “I mean, right note last weekend. the novice team that functions simi- obviously we always want more speed. The Flyers dominated the medal larly to a junior varsity squad in high We know where we are, and we know ceremony at the season-opening school. If these new players perform where we want to get to.” Speakmon Memorial regatta in Co- well over the coming year, they could Wenker said he doesn’t have any lumbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 16. advance to the varsity squad and help particular standout on the team, and In the open four race, referring to the the Flyers rack up more medals. he doesn’t pick favorites. His goal is number of rowers plus the coxswain Both Wenker and sophomore var- to instill confi dence in all members — the person who steers the boat — sity rower Molly Chipman are excited of the team, a method of coaching not UD took home two gold medals and a to see this novice team improve. seen in many other sports, he said. silver, while adding a gold and a silver “They are doing really well,” The new coach said he is looking in the open eight race. Chipman said. “They are learning re- forward to continuing to work with Despite the hot start, however, it’s ally fast, and actually, they just started the women’s rowing team and UD’s just the beginning of the season for the weight lifting.” sports program. He said he is optimis- Flyers under new leadership. From here, the varsity team is tic about the season, and thinks the Michael Wenker, the recently hired preparing for the Head of the Eagle Flyers have the potential to do well. women’s rowing head coach, said he is regatta over Halloween weekend in Chipman agreed with her coach, excited for the opportunity to take on Indianapolis, Ind. This will be one of but said she is excited to get back into this position. He said he is looking for- the year’s largest regattas in terms of the shell, and to begin working for the ward to this season and is eager for the the number of involved schools, so the rest of the season. chance to lead the team and to share team is eager to get back to practice in “Everyone on the team always his knowledge of the sport. order to bring the gold back to UD. gives 100 percent,” Chipman said. Before joining the Flyers, Wenker Wenker’s practices include endur- “That’s how we win; we leave it all on served as an assistant coach for two ance drills, technique training and the water.” SPORTS 11 Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010

Men’s and Women’s Golf UD HOSTS FLYER INVITATIONAL ERIN CANNON Sports Staff Writer She earned an honor as the Co- lonial Athletic Association Women’s The University of Dayton’s men’s Golfer of the Week. It was the first and women’s golf teams hosted the an- conference honor in her Flyer career, nual Dayton Flyer Invitational earlier and she currently leads the team this this week at NCR Country Club. season in stroke average with a 78.1 Competition took place on Mon- per round. day, Oct. 18 and Tuesday, Oct. 19, at “Julie has been a strong player the country club about six miles away ever since she came to the University from campus in Kettering, Ohio. of Dayton,” said Kosters in a recent The women’s team starred overall, Dayton Flyers press release. “This finishing third out of 10 participating is a confirmation of how well she teams and were led by one of the tour- has played. I’m real pleased and very nament’s top performers. On the flip proud of her, especially after shooting side, the young men’s team placed 10th a career-best 70 earlier this week.” out of 13 schools. Some other individual highlights PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BY ERIK SCHELKUN The UD women tallied a score of of the tournament from the women’s A pair of experienced captains also 309 after the first day, and finished side were junior Heather Jorgensen’s posted low scores for the team, as se- with a 315 in the second round of play. career-best 75 in the second round of niors Jeff Hodapp and Chris Woeste Head coach Sally Kosters said she was play. Jorgensen finished in a tie for were two of the top three performers extremely proud of the efforts of her 18th place individually with teammate for UD. team amidst the strong competition. senior Megan Keating, who posted an Hoagland said the team will be en- “The competition was very, very 82 in round two. joying the upcoming time off from the still,” Kosters said. “After day one, Meanwhile, the men’s team didn’t sport to re-focus on academics, and there were five or six teams in the fare as well, but concluded its fall sea- then start preparing for the spring hunt for first place. It was an exciting son with some positives to look for into season closer to winter break. second day, and Butler turned in a the future. Sophomores Matt Buse and The men’s team will have an ex- very strong performance with a 295 on John Muir tied for 22nd place overall hibition tournament during spring day two. We did a good job; we played in the individual competition for the break before officially beginning with well.” Flyers. the Butler Spring Invitational on Mon- Senior Julie Pouliquen was the “Well, obviously, the end of the fall day, March 28, and Tuesday, March 29. star for UD, finishing in third place season wasn’t our best showing,” said The women’s squad will continue individually. She posted a career-best Gip Hoagland, men’s golf head coach. its fall season with the Richmond Spi- and tournament-best 70 in the first “Obviously, whenever you host a tour- der Invitational in Richmond, Va., on The University of Dayton’s golf teams hosted the annual Dayton Flyers Invitational on round before following up with an 80 nament, you want to play a little bet- Monday, Nov. 1, and Tuesday, Nov. 2. Monday, Oct. 18, and Tuesday, Oct. 19. JARED SZECHY/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER on Tuesday. ter, but we struggled a little bit.” THE BOOTS: FN SPORTS EDITOR TACKLES TOUGH SPORTS TOPICS a harsh 31-18 loss at Wisconsin away from the NBA, at least for knows, maybe this could even be repeat offenders deserve even last week. the time being. It’s disgusting how a surprising year for the Flyers stricter punishments. Start the Yes, we all know the BCS is the mega teams are building up to pull off such an NCAA Tourna- education process now in terms imperfect. But, the computers across the league, with no imme- ment run. Either way, count me in of setting the example for future were right about Ohio State be- diate hope for nearby teams like as pumped for the start of this sea- generations, and don’t let stupid fore that game, and they could be Cleveland, Indiana, Detroit, Phila- son later this month. injuries ruin the sport for anyone. JACOB ROSEN, SPORTS EDITOR right again later this season about delphia, etc. It’s an unfair system, BOOT DOWN: Hard tackles in To submit ideas for future edi- another team. Complaining about and recently it has become more football – And finally, I’m all for tions of The Boots or any other The Boots is Flyer News Sports the system is just as much a pas- entertainment than sport. competitiveness and letting play- Flyer News sports article, e-mail Editor Jacob Rosen’s way of ap- time during the fall as watching BOOT UP: College basketball ers play their various sports. But Sports Editor Jacob Rosen at plauding or criticizing various college football, so maybe try to soon – With my pessimism about rules exist to protect those same [email protected]. newsworthy events in the world of appreciate the season more before the NBA, that leaves me lean- players, especially in the physical sports. The word “Boot” refers to speaking up so critically. ing toward college basketball for environment on the football field. a torturous childhood nickname BOOT DOWN: Start of NBA my fix of the sport in the coming Just in games this past Sunday, from his older brothers, and thus, season – Raise your hand if you months. While the Dayton Flyers wide receivers DeSean Jackson HELP! this serves as his own personal are excited about the upcom- are on the verge of beginning yet and Josh Cribbs, among many oth- I’m not good c2=ax 2+b2 sports writing payback. ing NBA season. Keep your hand another dramatic season soon, it’s ers, left because of concussions y r – at math! BOOT UP: BCS controversy un- raised now if you enjoy the reality just the overall competition in the from hard helmet-to-helmet hits ÷ x + derway – For nearly a decade, it of seeing Miami Heat’s new “Big country that gets me excited for on the gridiron. has become commonplace for ev- Three.” Or if you are pumped for 2010-2011. It is about time the NFL did eryone to love to hate on the Bowl another playoff schedule filled Ohio State should be good something to actually prevent Championship Series in college with the usual Boston-Los Angeles again, and Michigan State and these from happening. A $50,000 For great math tutoring football. Just admit it, you love themes. Face it Commissioner Da- Duke are expected to be near the fine here or there will not deter or GRE prep, try Angie’s using the BCS as a scapegoat for vid Stern, the NBA now has a shat- top, but at least the competitive a professional athlete, especially Math Studio in Oakwood! your team’s seasons whether they tered fan base across the country. balance in the game remains. Un- defenders who are essentially end good or bad. For the most re- Listen here, I enjoy watching like the NBA, there are new faces making their living from tackling CALL cent example, look at Ohio State, basketball. It’s one of my abso- at new places across the country, people and inflicting pain. Sus- 937-409-2019 a team that complained about po- lute favorite sports to watch. Un- and any year means that there pensions should certainly enter tential low placement in the com- fortunately, being a resident of could be yet another Cinderella the conversation now as the NFL www.angiestutoring.com puterized ranking just days before Northeast Ohio has turned me team like Davidson or Butler. Who announced earlier this week, but 12 SPORTS Flyer News •Friday, October 22, 2010 INTRAMURAL SOCCER CHAMPIONS CROWNED AGAIN Uber N00b Pwnage cruises to muddy victory at Stuart Field Monday, clinches second straight title

JACOB ROSEN Sports Editor

“It’s not worth winning if you can’t win big.” That quote describes the scene at Stuart Field during the intramural co- ed recreation soccer championship on Monday, Oct. 18. Facing harsh condi- tions with nearly freezing rain and a muddy terrain, an experienced team claimed victory for a second straight year. Uber N00b Pwnage, a team cap- tained by fi fth-year senior Jeff Giese, cruised to a 5-2 victory over the Fuzzy The Uber N00b Pwnage team (bottom right) claimed victory in the intramural co-ed recreation soccer championship for a second year in a row on Monday, Oct. 18, at a muddy Stuart Bunnies team in the championship Field. The experienced team defeated the pink-shirted Fuzzy Bunnies (bottom left) in the final championship game that night. At the top, Uber N00b Pwnage fifth-year senior captain match that night. The fi nale followed Jeff Giese scores a goal late in the second half to give his team a 4-2 lead en route to its 5-2 final victory. ETHAN KLOSTERMAN/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER back-to-back second round and quar- terfi nal matches Sunday, Oct. 17, and claimed a 5-2 victory in the semifi nal their half of the pitch. The slippery fi fth-year senior Uber N00b goalkeep- being the co-ed rec champions.” the semifi nals that began at 10:15 p.m. match over the UD DPT team to start mud at Stuart Field did not allow for er, said the feeling was “bittersweet.” In summarizing their feelings Monday. the night. much agility, but the more experi- It was the fi fth year of existence about the victory, the Giese brothers But the late timing and the sec- The pink-shirted Bunnies cruised enced N00b controlled the possession. for the team, created by Jeff Giese, fought about the original creator of ond doubleheader in as many nights through Sunday’s games as well, and The team earned a 2-0 halftime ad- Hanlon and others in 2006. Jeff Giese the infamous quote, “It’s not worth weren’t the worst challenges for some then advanced to the fi nal with a 1-0 vantage before adding on another goal said Uber N00b Pwnage has yet to lose winning if you can’t win big.” of the players. It was the unexpected defensive struggle victory over the shortly after the break. The Bunnies a regular season intramural game in Matt won out in the end, and at- weather amidst an always unpleasant Friday Natty Lights. retaliated with a penalty shot conver- its existence, and only failed to win a tempted to take credit for the entire playing fi eld. Cody Kahan, goalkeeper for the sion and another quick rally to cut the championship the fi rst three years due season of success. “Ah God, it was really cold but it’s Bunnies team, said it was as much a defi cit back to only 3-2, but that would to forfeits. “I’ve always had the reigns; I’ve not the worst conditions we’ve played contest against the opposing team as be as far as the comeback proceeded. Originally named Shake and Bake, just always wanted him to think that in,” said Matt Giese, junior Uber N00b it was against the elements. He said Giese, yearning to sub back into Jeff Giese said the team switched to he had the reigns,” Matt Giese said team member and brother of captain he struggled to even keep his gloves on the game after the second Bunnies’ the current title the following season. about his brother. Jeff Giese, about the rough conditions. for most of that fi rst game. goal, made sure his N00b team did not He said it was the funniest and quick- Eventually, Jeff passed the torch “The fi eld [has] always been more “Well, it’s down pouring out,” Ka- relinquish the lead. He took a short est name he could think of, and all the to his brother in his send-off speeches, muddy than this, so I’m used to worse han said. “It’s wet and cold, and I’ve midfi eld pass from senior Claire Wie- team members embraced their iden- proclaiming him as the new captain conditions.” got to do a lot of homework after this, gand and blasted it into the net for the tity at their championship moment. for next year. But, of course, Jeff had In the action on the pitch, Uber but you know, why not? I’d rather play deciding moment of the night. “We came out here fi ve years ago to have one fi nal word as his intramu- N00b advanced easily to the semifi nal intramural soccer for the night.” His team added one more goal in to p’own noobs, and we proved that ral soccer career came to a victorious round, trouncing a pair of opponents From the get-go of the champion- the fi nal three minutes of the match to we did it the last two years,” Jeff Giese end. in the second round and quarterfi nal ship match, Uber N00b controlled the claim a third consecutive fall soccer ti- said. “I’m ecstatic, two years in a row; “Maybe we should have been com- matches the day before. The team then tempo and toyed with the Bunnies in tle. Following the victory, Pat Hanlon, words can’t describe the feelings for petitive,” he said proudly.

CHECK OUT A WEB EXCLUSIVE VIDEO FROM THE INTRAMURAL SOCCER SEMIFINALS AND CHAMPIONSHIPS MONDAY AT STUART FIELD, AND READ THE FLYER FOCUS BLOG ON CROSS COUNTRY CHAMP CHRIS LEMON.