Regis University ePublications at Regis University Highlander - Regis University's Student-Written Archives and Special Collections Newspaper 3-15-2005 2005 Highlander Vol 87 Election Special March 15, 2005 Follow this and additional works at: https://epublications.regis.edu/highlander Part of the Catholic Studies Commons, and the Education Commons Recommended Citation "2005 Highlander Vol 87 Election Special March 15, 2005" (2005). Highlander - Regis University's Student-Written Newspaper. 186. https://epublications.regis.edu/highlander/186 This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Archives and Special Collections at ePublications at Regis University. It has been accepted for inclusion in Highlander - Regis University's Student-Written Newspaper by an authorized administrator of ePublications at Regis University. For more information, please contact [email protected]. oJume 8J E.l.ectiQ.ll. Special htt ;Jiacade=w=·c=.,r_::;;:e~w~·s~e::.::d:..::ul~~L~aru~d~e~:r===~~e.ny:~~ CQJ,~oii!::!:aJ~d~o===~~ch~--1~5 2005 'R~ Unlver~y The Jesuit University of the Rocky Mountains A \\'eekly Student Publication Women's ELECTION 2005 season ends in of president and vice president, respectively. The results of the elec­ North Dakota tion determining positions for the 2005-2006 academic year were tallied on Thursday, March 3. Haug and Gallagher received a total of 384 votes while opposing candidates Alex Glueckler and Byron Schwab came out with a total of 136. Jesse Stephens. the lone candidate for chief justice received 442 votes. Of the record breaking 523 ballots received, there were 23 write-ins and 3 disputed ballots. Numbers show that the election was anything but close, but the newly­ elected Haug explains that he wasn't certain of what to expect. "I was wor­ ried that we hadn't done enough; but felt confident that Danny and I had Photo by Adam Gerik worked hard. Nevertheless, I was not Lindsay Viall looks to pass during Photo by Andrew Cole sure if we were going to win." Haug the RMAC tournament. The team's Newly elected RUSGA President Frank Haug casts his ballot in the recent also acknowledged that the strength of season ended Friday with a loss to election as his vice presidential running mate Danny Gallagher looks on. his opponents added to his uncertain­ University of Minnesota • Duluth. ties, saying "Alex and Byron ran a Haug, Gallagher Andrea Silva great campaign and mobilized a lot of Renee Felton Senior Reporter support." Staff Reporter chosen by voters in Haug, who has been the RUSGA The people have spoken and the Vice President for the 2004-2005 The Regis women's basketball record turnout for numbers are in: Frank Haug and school year, is excited and prepared to season came to an end on Friday Danny Gallagher have won hands afternoon when the Rangers lost to RUSGA elections down the RUSGA leadership positions Please see Elections on page 2 the University of Minnesota - Duluth by the score of 73-60. The loss came in quarterfinal action of the NCAA II Security finds Regis' North Central Regionals in Grand Forks, ND. After earning second place at the own burning bush Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Melissa Skotak five minutes. The (RMAC) tournament on March 6 Senior Reporter three said the heat (Metro State defeated Regis, 61-57), was unbearable. Regis entered Regionals as the num­ On Saturday, March 12, Main hall The flames were ber three seed after spending much of was dangerously close to a brush fire six feet tall and the season in the number one spot. that broke out on the southwest side of approximately Despite holding a 29-26 lead over the building. At approximately 11.45 seven feet wide. "It Duluth at the half, the Rangers were a.m., security officers James actually covered unable to maintain the lead over six­ Weltzheimer and Jeff Anderson the ground. The seeded Minnesota. responded to calls reporting the blaze. grass was on fire The Lopez twins paced the losing The two attempted to squelch the as well and it was L-;:..:::..;;..:.:...--,;...;;..::.;:_;.._l..i,M~.ii:lllllili&: effort as they collectively scored 43 of flames with the help of John Nelson actually starting to Photo courtesy of Regis Campus Safety the Rangers' 60 points. Diana Lopez I from physical plant, but high gusts of burn another tree The bush, located at the southwest corner of Main hall, had a team-high 24 points (four wind provided more life to the fire than over there," said had to be extinguished by the Denver Fire Department. rebounds), as her sister, Denise, their three extinguishers could elimi­ Weltzheimer. rience helped to insure that the fire did recorded a 19-point, 11-rebound nate. "The wind was so bad that [the Weltzheimer and several onlook- not spread any further. (game-best) double-double Lindsay extinguishers] didn't do any good at ers called the Denver Fire The cause of the fire is thought to Viall added eight points and four all. It seemed like the wind would swirl Department, who arrived at 11 :50 a.m. be a discarded cigarette. Weltzheimer rebounds on the afternoon. once in a while and blow back in our The fire was soon extinguished. As and Anderson were on patrol in that Despite the early loss in the face. It was howling," commented luck would have it, Anderson, who very area 10 minutes prior to respond­ Regional tournament. the Rangers Weltzheimer. works part-time as a security guard at ing to the fire and saw no indications of enjoyed a successful season overall. The security officers and Nelson Regis, is also a firefighter with the horseplay or property damage that struggled with the flames for nearly Denver Fire Department and his expe- could have ignited the blaze. Please see Basketball on page 2 Feature Get Jacqueline Denver has Kharhoufs view !iQme of the best of the 'divinely lit brewpubs '" the bush' inside in country Find out Wiscrackers. which ones and why. 2 Highlander Tuesday, March 15, 2005 -------------------Election Special----------~-------..:__~ Regis celebrates great women of spirit in March come. Professors who are teaching have taken place throughout history. relevant material that applies to Sanchez won the 2001 Robert Frost Highlander Women's History Month have opened medal in poetry and the 1999 3333 Regis Blvd, Mail Stop 1-8 Women's History Denver CO 80221 their classrooms to share their insight Langston Hughes Poetry award. 303-964-5391 Month takes on new on the topic. Another special event will be One main event of the month will Wednesday, March 31 from 5:30-7:30 Mission Statement: spirit on campus be the Take Back the Night March, a p.m. where there will be a home cooked meal for Sophia's Circle dinner As the staff of the Regis University stu­ national event, which will be presented dent-run publication, the Highlander, and discussion on the topic "The Red Laura Parr by Choices on March 15 at 7:00 p.rn. we intend to serve the campus and the Tent: Mystery, Menses, and Mikveh." Staff Reporter This event will consist of a walk at neighborhood by providing a weekly night to remind women the importance Also, on March 16 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. forum regarding pertinent news and Terri Thompson, a 1969 Lorreto Since 1996 Regis has honored of not being afraid. ideas. Our publication is designed to Heights alum, will be presenting on the and recognized extraordinary women Another stand-out event is The,All cultivate greater overall awareness and topic titled Leading Through Service. throughout history during the month of American Pin-up which will be held on participation in university events by pro Along with the many presenta­ March. Women's History Month is full March 16 at 12:00 p.m., hosted by viding consistent coverage of issues tions there will be murals hung in Main of special events that will highlight his­ Barbara Coleman, and will take a look affecting those involved with Regis hall representing Women's History torical events in history as well as at advertisements and women. This is University. Month from March 14-25 with art by women's issues of the past and the also a "Brown Bag" event. along with Sylvia and Tony Ortega. Also, the Editor-in-Chief present. There will be guest speakers, others throughout the month, which O'Sullivan center art exhibit opens on Ed Bessenbacher films, murals, art exhibits, open class­ means that all who attend should bring March 17 and will be filled with art rep­ es, prayer sessions and much more to a lunch. resenting women's issues and histori­ Associate Editor celebrate women in the month of An event not to be missed is "An cal events in history. Justin Parnell March. Evening with Sonia Sanchez" a nation­ Any additional information not All events during the month are ally acclaimed poet who will be at provided in the schedule can be found Disassociate Editor open to the public and free of charge. Regis on March 18 at 8:00 p.m. on insite.regis.edu throughout March. Chris Dieterich Open classes on campus will be held Sanchez writes innovative poems that explore the aspects of women's lives on various days throughout the month Opinions Editor and all who wish to attend are wel- and the struggles and triumphs that Andrew Cole Feature Editor Basketball: host of players honored for success Brooke Glasmann Posting a 23-8 overall record, Regis and RMAC / Wells Fargo Shootout All­ finished with a conference-best 16-3 Tournament honors, while lone senior Sports Editor Nikki Lawson RMAC record.