~ In Sports: Men's basketball team at top of its game HliHPaKr UNIVERSllY HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY Camgus Chronicle RIDAY, Janu ary 30, 2004 HIGH POINT, N.C. MLK is honored by members '-Arsenic ' to bring huge laughs to audiences of campus and community By Aman da Roberts Justice, morality and law, and maintained of inner and outer adversity," Jones said. The Spotlight Players will present Staff Writer that the achievements of IGng were as King rejec ted the idea that the ends "Arsenic and Old Lace," a classic com tounding. "He labo red justify the means. 'The ends must cohere edy, Feb. 5-7 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 8 at Students, faculty urelessly; he was an advo- with the means; they represent the means 2 p.m. in Hayworth Fine Arts Center. and members of the cate, orator, field in process, and the end is preexistent in Tickets are $5 for stude nts and $7 for community united to general.. .a symbol that the means. Immoral, destructive means faculty and staff. For tickets, call 841- honor Martin Luther represented hope aad re- cannot bring about good," Jones stated. 4673 or VlSit the box office weekday King Jr. on Jan. 19. minded America that as a "The dream stands in jeopardy," afternoons. "Is the fight for nauon we're not there [to Jones said. Fifty-five percent of black The play was a Broadway hit that equality over?" equality] yet." Jones said. youth are unemployed; people of color are became a 1944 movie starring Cary speak.er Dr Frankie T. "Martin Luther IGng not valued in the marketplace and cannot Grant. According to director Wade Jones, Sr. inquired of reached more people than access adequate health care. The median Hughes, the play will require fearless the audience who sat Pnoro B\' KJHST..uoi..IN~ any other (leader) in his family income for blacks is $15,000 less comedic performances from its actors, captivated, intent on OR.JOSESAT111EML11.LEcnRE generation, with the re- than the average white family. "If the so who include Mike Maykish, John hearing what Jones would say during this form movement," Jones said. He com cial and economic scales do not become Mattingly, Joel Hodge. Pam Grier. Meg lecture for which the 11 and 12 o'clock pared IGng to Abraham Lincoln in bis balanced, bis dream cannot be realized.·· Kennelly and Savada Gilmore. classes had been canceled. quest for equality and in his death. Kmg Jones insisted. Jones spoke about King and the cf- "fell a victim in Memphis King was a Campus to host feet that his life bad on the Civil Rights in an event like that which pioneering leader onsortium on Europe Movement, continuing to this day. "He had claimed Lincoln many who left a legacy Distinguished scholars from was a human being. subject to pain, ha- Aprils before. of opposing con around the globe will participate in the tred, anger and bitterness, like us. He "The rise of Martin tempt with respect Consortium on Revolutionary Europe. could have been a much a raciaJ e:\trcm- Luther King was not just an and hatred with which will be hosted by the university ist as his enemies. Nonviolence took him accident, but a movement love . IGng was in 0 Feb 19-22. into dangerous s1tuallons.' of God himself; he was a tune with the reali • • • I d 'al d lj . PHOTO 8 \' KIUS IA .\DKL,!> The program 1sopen to the pub- Describmg King as a preeminent eame soc1 an re g1ous (,~L:>b 1,osPu.l·tturR rf.JU'01t,1:.A1 MLK ties of the country, 1i c. For more information. go to voice in civil rights during his era, Jones advocate . As grandson of LFcruu of the inequality - www.revolutionaryeurope.org. High equated the movement with the ideals of a slave, he dealt with the pain and struggle between races. but he held to what he Point students will serve as program knew was right in spite of insurmount- assistants and will have full access to See MLK, page 6 the conference . AIDS fight in Africa Professor Gunther Rothenberg will be the featured speaker on Feb. Hispanic student 19 at 7 p.m. in the Hayworth Fine Arts is everyone's concern celebrates heritage Center. Rothenberg is a world-re By Craig Grunwald gentleman v.ho attempted to discourage nowned military history expert who Staff Writer me with those words while I was hang By Ada Hernandez has authored numerous books on war ing up my poster the other day reads this Staff Writer fare. When I was banging up one of my article and sees things differently. Maybe Professor Peler WiJson from the posters on the front door of the Slane on Feb . 25 our campus' "Putting a Face Students aught have noticed on cam University of Sunderland in England Center the other day, a fellow student on AIDS in Africa" will have the same pus a girl who has ClOilamon skin. dark will speak at noon at Feb. 20 at the came up to me after reading what was effect, not only on him, but also on you. brown eyes, long. curly hair and a bois Radisson in High Point . He wi!J ad on it and said, "6,500 people dymg a I've been very fortunate to get to terous voice. She is a member of the gos dress Germany's military preparedness day in Africa sounds like population know many of you on campus-students. pel choir and participates with Big Broth during the French Revolutiooary Wars. control to me. Besides, if I had one more faculty and administrators. Though I've ers Big Sisters. Darlene Brito is her name; Professor Jeremy Black from the day to live, I'd make the best of it and had disagreements with some, l know she is half Dominican and half Colom University of Exeter in England will sleep with as many girls as I could." there 1s good will in everyone I've met. bian from Paterson. N.J. This Jersey girl, speak at 7 p.m. on Feb. 21 at the Words can't describe the rage I felt Act on your good will by helping me and a seruor, is proud to be a Hispanic stu Radisson. He will speak on Britain as withm but J held my composure, told the others who have already joined me in dent. a world empire in the 18th century. him 1 disagreed and continued hanging this fight. We can't do 11on our own. According to recent research, only New exhibit now open my posters. This experience redefines There are many people in the world much 11.5 percent of Hispanics have the oppor why I'm mvolved 10 the fight against less fortuna te than we are and this is our tunity to go to college, and Brito is happy in Sechrest Gallery ATOS chance as a university to make a real dif to be one who can. The move from New A new exhibit, "Co lorscapes," has Dr. Martin Luther King once said, ference. Jersey to North Carolina was a big change opened in Sechrest Gallery and features "Shallow understandmg from people of During last year's state of the union for Darlene. New Jersey is full of Latin the landscape pao;tclsand charcoal draw goo Printer: WW Printing & Gr.1ph1cs 'Source's' potential hurt by Adviser: Michael Gaspeny Staff members: Ali Akhyari. Angd Ashton, Melic;sa Caudill, Jacqueline poorly crafted arguments Cheek. Justin Cobb, Brianne Coone, Samuel Demiss, Josh Farrington, Janet To the Editor : have its number of problems. but isn't that Francis. Joseph Fritz, Sarah Gray. Rachel Harrison, Pamela-MonteG Holley. synonymous with any college campus? If Taylor Humphreys. Dennis Kern, Trevor McDonald, Kathleen McLean. Growmg up. I was taught to respect the ·hallowed' authors of the Source find Jonathan Miller, Bill Piser. Megan Powers. Amanda Roberts, Derek Shea ley, the opinions uf others and to recognize ir so deplorable here, do they not have a Clifford Snuth Gena Smith, Sean Spendley, Erin Sullivan, Blake Willtams the value of self-expression. both virtues nght to leave and attend another institu and Brandon Wnght. that I do hold dear. Lately though. I have tion'? found that to be a difficult endea\'or . 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Sure, there are things that The staff reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity and grammar. in if its authors approach their craft with addition to the right to reject a letter hased on the Judgement of the editors and canno t be ment10ned m the Chronicle, but maturity and respectability, as opposed to adviser. when authors have the courage to attach the apathy and immaturity that we have their names to the articles, there some are been privy to. Mail your letter to: The Editor. Campus Chronicle. Box 3111, High Point lines that cannot be crossed. Is that not an Univers1t , Ht h Potnt , NC 27262. Email our letter to news @bJ h ornt.edu understood concept? Our campus docs -Marie Ratchford Friday, January 30, 2004 OPINION Campus Chronicle 3 Beloved professor may be gone, but she had a marvelous effect on many students By Jonathan Miller the game because she has bee n there be the future . She was instrumental in get you are arou nd her. Never afraid to be Staff Writer fore. She bad worked on Cap itol Hill and ting President George W. Bush lo speak friend her students, Dr. Petrou would al brought that insight to her teaching. Dr. on campus two summe rs ago as well as a ways lend a hand to aid any student with a While we st udents were heading Petrou also brought a conservative key player in bringing C-SPAN last Janu problem . At those lim es, her motherly home for the three week-long break to woman's perspective on the political ary. Dr. Petrou also brought the world of characteristics would shine through. She world, an outlook lacking at many insti politics to stude nts by enjoy Christmas and the coming new ~~======~ has the ability to year, a beloved professor of political sci tutions of h1gher teaming. Dr. Petrou 's taking them on field counsel stude nts in a ence left. Dr. Linda Petrou no longer re bes t abili ty as a professor 1s her unique tnps to Washington , " ... Dr. Petrou could way much like a mains a member of the faculty. Reaso ns ability to make political science mterest D.C. This summer, mother would. Dr. for her departure involve com plex per ing. Those of you who had her for United stude nts will be at make you enjoy your Petrou 's ability to do sonnel issues that can not be addressed States Government can vouch for that. tending the Demo time learning about so probably arose out in this column. Questions and comments Political sc ience has very little attraction crauc and Republican of her genuine love regarding her departure can be e-mai led for most college students, but Dr. Petrou National Conven that vast and crazy for ber students. She to me at [email protected]. cou ld make you enjoy your time learning ti ons thanks to Dr. world of politics and definitely treated Dr. Petrou may have left the univer about that vast and crazy world of poli Petrou's connections. each student as her sity. but the memory of her good deeds tics and government. None or this would government." own. remains. Those of you who had Dr. Dr. Petrou was also very savvy. have been possible &:;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;======~Dr. Petrou will Petrou in class, associated with her Those of you who ever saw her in action without Dr. Petrou's be missed tremen through a club or Just simply had a rela outside the classroom on a field trip can invaluable abilities. dously. Those who knew her, feel free to tionship with her outside of the class confirm that She was such a great am Lastly and most importantly. Or. e-mail your kind comments to the room know why she was suc h a great bassador for the university . Dr. Petrou Petrou's character and personality bring Chronicle or to me. All comments will be person and faculty member. As a pro never met a stranger and could talk her her to the top of the stellar faculty here at sen t to Dr. Petrou so she can appreciate fessor Dr. Petrou understood politics way around the room . m,tking valuable High Poi nt University . Dr. Petrou has a 1he work <.hedid . The least we can do 1s inside and out She knew how to play contact\ that would help the uni,er,;ity in booming personality \\hich makes ynu "how a great woman how much we care feel comfortable and at ease every time her. President's immigration Applying MLK's dream policy looks promising By Josh Farrington g1\es 1mm1g.rants Jobs Amcnc.ans re to our everyday lives Stafj Writer unwilhng to l ke desp1te ht !,h un1.:m 1t• s been O\er 40 years im:e Dr. wrong with me'! Is there somelhmg go plc,yrneni Martin Luther Krng . Jr. gave his rxmer ing on m here 1ha1I don ' t I.no\\ ahout .,.. Every now and then when I'm What 1c;ofte n forgotten m the midst ful "I Have a Dream " ,pccch. ~1nst (If She finally approached me and said readm£ tlte news paper or watciung the of Lhesc economic fears IS the hum an us know the peech or at le.ts! hits and .. You can lea,e . We don 't want you or daily news, there is a story on 11legal side to 1llegal 1mm1gmt1onE, en the use pieces of it. 11you are farruhar with 1l. I your kind in this store ." My blood 1mrrugrah on, nnmely from Mexico or the tenn "illega l'' 1s misleading whe11 ha,e l)ne question for you. Are you ii, boiled, and my bod) began to quiver Usually I tum the page or change the the only cn mc beang com m1nod is the mg out his dream! Nouce I didn't ask if with anger. Deep down inside , I wanted channel. wantingto hear the more ..im seeking of a helter hfe When faced'\\ 1th Amenca was living out his dream, but I to scream every thought that instantly portant" news of Michael Jackson 's poveny most Amencan cann0t even asked if you were living out his dream . came to my mind. trial or Howard Dean's most recent comprehend and when legally entenng One A student ran and told my pnnc1pal outburst of anger . In the past few days, the Uruted States 1s nearly unposs1blc. quote from tbe what happened. She came and gave that however, in III effort to better Wkler whar other choice asr.herc for some but speech will vile woman a piece of her mind. I stood stand PreaidentBulb's propotecl unnu to sneak aero~ lhc border' 1bc true forever stick watching my pnncipal. I was amazed gration policy, I have goneback to read crune asthe crune ofpoveny lba1forces out in my because there wasa white woman stand the arcruves of stories I prcv10u1ly mnocent famahes 10 break lhe law m mind: " I have ing up for me and my people of color. skimmed over. order to fmd a better lifr m America. a dream my I wish more people would be like The more I read and IUldied.the On lhc base of lbc Sta&ueof L1b four littl e chil her and stand up for what's right So more complex die wue of how to deal cny IS wntteo : ''Give me your IU'Cd. dren will one many peop le only sit around and watch wttb illegal imnu.inuoo became I your poor, your huddled 11-..e1 yarn Pamela-Montez day live in a as incidents occur and gel worse. Some asked vanous !IWdentaaround campus ing lo breathe free . Send these, die nation whe re of the<;e e\ents are without a doubt in their oparuon on the issue. most of bQmCless.lempest-toued to me 1 Re Holley=== they will not be tolerable. There is one even t in Geor - whom simply ttated, "We shouldn't gardlcsa or your posillon on ummgra St.it I \\ ritc1 judged by the gia that is quickly catching the pubhc reward anyone who enters IUegally' t1on, do not forget lhat behind thH cn lor of their eye. C>thcriwere a bit Slr008crm their opm- "huddled mass" of illegal 1mnu,nnt, skin. but by the conten t ot their charnc The high school in a small rural 1on ... J think.'WC lhould deport them all a.refalhm. mothers andduldrat ycam ter. I have a dream town hosted its first and build a wall between us and anafor freedom from the chains of pov today. " My mother integrated prom in Mexico," said one student erty. Too often we as Americans make often told me what it hi wish more 33 years m 2002. There arc an estimated 8 to 13 md rapid judgments on anurugnwonpohcy, was like growing up Before that prom, hoo illegal urumgrants hvmg in the selfishly thinking only of ourselves, in the segrega ted people ... would stand the high school aJ US., making any attempt at mass de f orgettJDgthat the vast maJority of ille south. She wa<; ways held two dif ponation next to impossible On the gal lntmigrants come here as a last TC teased and tor up for what's right. terent proms. One other hand, a completely open border sort 1n their battle of survival. Others mented because of So many people only for blacks and the presents not only a national security arc like I was and choose 10 tum the the color of her skin. other for whiles be problem. but couJdarguably result ana page or change the channel when 11 I never quite sit around and watch cause the school flood of immigrants tltat would .. take comes to 11nmigrat1on. understood why events occur and get didn't want prob more Jobs away from Americans ." hnnugratmn 1s an issue that due to some peop le chose lems to anse from Bush 1 s proposed policy would give its complexities 1s either ignored or s1m to carry that igno worse." interracial datmg. guest-worker status to immigrants who pli fied so lely 11110 economic terms . ra nce H ow does Even after their m are wilhng to take Jobs Amencans will There exists nght now no clear nnswer one Judge others be- te gra ted prom. a not . to solve the problem . However. there fore getting to know group of wlute stu- In an age of rigid panisansh1p, I w111never be an answer 1f we contmue them? I still remember my first encoun dents want to practice the old llme idea am nmazed at how many people, both to ignore the issue or make rash judg ter with a racist person. It was surpris of isolationism by having a wh ites-only Democrat s and Repuhlkan s, oppose mems. Supreme Court Ju stice Oliver ingly at a place where people try to get prom. I k.no'w what your immed iate re Bush' s new plan . A recent Winston St1- Wendell Holme s Jr. once said, ''Beware away from the stresses of the world. It actio n is Segregation 1s still bemg prac lem Joumal survey found that 80 per how you take away hope from another was at a place where families become ticed'' My answer 1s ")es." cent ot the people m this area were op human heing ." As we co ntmue to closer to each other and where magic It' s also true that America will posed to the new policy. Most people s1ruggle with the immigration issue, we happens for kids- -Disney World. never be completely cured of a disease quoted tn the Jaun111fs urve y claimed must strive not only lo Imd a policy eco I entered a gift shop, and one ol called racism. but we can come clo ...e that giving jobs to immigrant s only took nomically beneficial, but also one that the clerks spotted me as soon as I walked Do what Dr Martin Luther King Jr. away Jobs from American s already out does not deny hope to the millions for through the door. Her cold eyes followed See Applil'ution, page 6 of jobs. However , Bu:c.h's policy only whom America is the last hope. me arou nd . I wondered, "Is something 4 Campus Chronicle OPINION Friday, January 30, 2004 Which Democrat has the youth vote? Confronting By Justin Cobb Chaton years were a blissful time, a good ers is that we all want different things. Sraff Wrtrer ride for thvse of us who knew no better . While the majority of youth don't see a The youth vote heJped to ratse purpose for our military to be in Iraq, realities of As with any election. the upcom Clinton to tht'> position. It was like this there will always be exceptions, and they ing 2004 Presidential. cmnpatgns will in '92 as well wben the young candidate. will voice their objections from the per ·- attempt to pe1su:tJe the !>o-called"youth fresh from Pnula Jones and Gennifer spective of unequal majority. That hav college vote." Flower:;. made his way to the MTV stu ing been said, there is no way our gov Wha1 is the youth Yo!e'l Where does dios where he fielded question!> from the ernment cou ld exodus from Iraq 111the iLcome from'? mnmstrcam "swing'" youth voters. 11us current suu1111nn.Jt JS now our responsi relationships In essence, a.re we as college stu was before the Right Wing-gcnc,ated bility lo clean up our own mess and to Am I the only one who has a prob dents a pan of the youth vote? Will any charnctcr nssnssmatton coup d'etat of the carry through the pres1den1's vi<:ion, no lem with commitment? I'm so sick of of us actually , nte'! These are the ques late '()Osmoved into the realm of accept matter how impaired it may have hecn. this, "My boyfriend did th.is," or "My tions the power hung1)' ask themselves . able bcbav,or. This is why ir's so hard for the issue to girlfriend said that. " Don· t get me If the past is any indic.1t1011,the fat. The only prohlem nght now i.o;the be raised, the promise of rcmov.11of wrong. I gmbb) fingers of excess will grease the plethnrn of Democratic candidates h., troops cnnn•>t possibly ring true. •...------,--.--- am all for pocker I ming of the most inco, rupt1ble choose lrom Who will the "swing" vot Still others of the so-called .. youth having a of morally profident camhdates l'his ers rally around? Whnt will happen now vote" want to rctnio the status qut>.' rbe y significant \HIS rhc case in 1996: the ·youth \ ote" that John Kerry and John Edwards have will support Bu!.h on the right and Dean other. "a, out in force. Bill Clmton the d1ar- swep t the fo"n caucuses agnmst the fo or Clark on the left We sull don't even However . I 1smatic incumbent from Arkansa . pit rnnte Howard Deau It seems us L11ougb know 1f a tlmd-party candidate could am not all ted against the crusty. old guant repre we re still wa1tmgfor that nne cand1da1c emerge. much hkc Ross Perot 111 1992 for treating semed by one Bob Dok:. This w:1s be 10emerge. The pre, alent optmon chooses or more recently Ralph Nader m 2000. that signifi fore Momca Le" msky quesuoned our an:, one us long as he be.its Bush. Moder 'lltese two movements cost Bush, the el cant other morality but after the \Vlutewalcr can ntcs hkc Dean and Gen Wci;lcy Clark der, an e1ecuon and nearly cost Al Gore ;....o;r..___.;--1 like they dnl invoh ing .1 certain person who b~ were leading the way. "h1h: men llke the clecuon 1n 2000 If you're con fused Erin were a bus- came senator from Ne,, Yo1'k. Kerry and Edwards wen:: bemg left be h) tlu . know that Al Gore. the Supreme - Sullivan---- band or As bad as l 996 wa,;, 11 was a good bmd Kerry wa,; lambasted by the Right Court and Ronda lost the election for wife. year politic.illy. \\ 1th Chaton•.; reelec for ht commenis on the presulcnt's han Gore, not Rolph N,,dcr Staff Writer YOU tion the country earned four more years dling of the warm Iraq Kerry said ... Did Because of h1~ relau, e youth e.x people of peace and prospenty, e, ea though real I expect George Bush 10 f 11up as badly celleut debating skills and good looks, know who you are. The ones that have prosperity is held rn the hands and nund as he did? I don't think anybody did·· fully expect John Edwards to captivate the mushy talk. of Alan G1eenspan. Without him. what He 1s al!.o lhe man who said we need rt the swtng •·youth vote' eventually. Per "J love you more:· wCluldwedo? MostofOmton•sremark• regime change m Washington The thing hap<:the mit1al entmnce ofHowdJ"d Dean "No. I love you more." abJe econonuc achievements bad noth to be watched aswhether Kerl) can back and ht grassroots "on-hne'' camprugn Afierhearingsuchlanguage.Ican ing to do with ht&pohc1es, but his tim hi 1.1lkwith a ....mner°s walk. mg bu\e ende.tred Dean to a part of llus guarantee that I'd be the person say mg. He was nothmg if not a well-t1med The unly thmg necessary to under H1ltng bloc E.dw:uds, however, ~cems ing . "No. I want to kill myself more:· nutrnnul mJectt0n of tronquthty. the stand 1he complcxitie of the fnn e ,ot- to ha\c the most to sa). I don't know what makes me th.ink like this. Out of all my past relation ships. e, ery time the words. ··1 like you," are uttered. I look for the nearest Predictions on everything for '04 window to throw myself through. 1still With the turn of the New Year and Edward<., neither of whom" ill be strong <.omeband, do appear to be on the \ crge can ' t even speak of when the word all beginning anew, I thought some pre enough to unseal Bush . Predicti on: four of major success . First, Sw11chfoot b Just "love" was said . Why 1s this? Perhaps dictions for 2004 might just be in order. more years for the Republtcans . breaking onto the popular 'icene despite it's lbe fact that I didn·t receive enough We' ll cover almost e\ erything from poli Given the fact thar tt's extremely dif ye:irs ot success in the Christian mu<.ic love as a child . OK. that's not true. tics to mm ie ....music and ports . ficult tn predict blockhu,,ter successc ul industry . This band reminds me more and However , it is a good excuse. So." ithout further adieu, let's begin the box-office a year in advance. what more of Creed and could see simi lar suc Women are stereotyped as the ones with politic~. follows 1sa bit of a shot m the efforts to fight HIV/AIDS in Africa . What aboul the children ? There are SI 1tul1un,;,m,lking Bu,h ':,;$ 15 h111ionlook cent of their Gro~s National Product Now every tax-paymg Amencan 1s current ly 13 nulhon HIV/AIDS orphan.,. rather small. As a result. mo-.t of the (GNP) to the poorest nations of the world. helping to fund this promise . Amen living in Africa . These children are left countnes 10 Sub-Saharan Africa end up However . America is currently well below cans are finally contributing to an ef to die on hospital sheh e . street comers. paying more in debts than the) do for that mark ut only 0.23 percent. On the fort that should ha,e m sewers. or the health care and education other hand . Denmark . Luxembourg. the seen their contributtons garbage . AgaIO. We muc;t ke..:p m mind that people Netherlands.Norway and Sweden bave all years ago . However. the number\ arc dymg of AIDS m Africa can 't he blamed met the 0.7 percent mi.I.Ck,pro, ing that it much more needs to be only rncrca<.tng , for the thoughtle<;s loans that were made is attainable. It is vital for every nation done if the world wants and by 20 I0 , an between the go,emments of Africa and who made this agreement to fulfill this to fully combat this cri expected 20 mil wealthy nations and organizations . Why promise because development assistance sis . The last thing we lion children in do we make people sun ive on less than brings safe drinking water. medicine. want to see is $15 billion Africa will h,1, e $1 a day \\hen we know that they can't school books and food to those Jess fortu go to waste. 10.. 1 a parent to pay h.1ck their debts'? Isn't less than $1 a nate . As a student at High HI V/AIDS . If day bad enough'! In tact, if all of Africa 's I could go on further with more sta Point University. think about how much chi ldren ,lfe the fu tu11.:. Africa 's tuturc deht<. are canceled. it will only c1N each tistics but I hope l've deepened your un money you spend each day to fu lfill doesn't look too prom1.... mg. member of these ,,.ealthy nations about deNanding in the urgency to act to\\'ards your oeeds. Let's make it easy anJ fo Proper lunding \\Ould pay for the $1.70 a year . For you. that 's just one ic'is this effort. Please remember that when our cus on the bare necec;s1ties such as clean dru gs anJ the education needed to end the hot dog and soda at a High Point Pan "Putting a Face on AIDS tn Afnca·· event water and at leac;t one meal a day. In spread of HIV/AIDS. hut large. dehh, un· thers basketball game. comes to a close in the Milhs Center on addition to this, you need ,;omewhcre fair trade and broken promi,;cc:;kcep pre Perhaps the most disturbing figure Feb. 25, our university's fight against glo to stay. some thin g Bob Dylan would ven ting this from happening. Sub-Sa i:-.the amount of money Americ a gi,es bal AIDS mustn't come to a stands till. call. "she lter from the storm:' Don't haran Africa spends $14 .5 hilhon each to the AIDS crisis. In 1970. the world's \\then thJc;event is over. be sure to finish forget, our uni\'ersity doesn't give you year paying back debts tn the wo rld ',; wealt h1,st nations came together and the fight because while our lives contmue these things for free; you pay for them wealthics t countries and interna tional in- agreed to give. on a yearly basis. 0.7 per- on. other lives in Africa come to an end. with your tuit ion or at least your par ent<; do. Of course. the grand total for Brito, continued from front page ~======~ the daily cost of these things will vary ln Jersey. she W,lS used to hanging people that she could actually talk to m cent. Brito laughed and said. "Ac cually I based on the different life-sty les of each out WJth many Hispanic people, and Sparusb were her Sparush professors. She am a senior now. and tl is now that I meet individual because, while someon e de once sheamved here.. her freshmanyear. hated her freshman year: the only thing nl1these Spam sh people out of nowhere." vours a steak dinner at Outback. another all of that changed for the next three that kept her here was her maJor. She sn,d She has the chance to comrnumcate and enjoys a burger meal at McDonald's. years Bnto, m touch with bu culture. that High Pomt was one of the few mteract with her culture. Now that Now, keeping these things in mind. would try to make the best out of it. She schools that offered mternauonal busi Darlene is a senior she wishes that she imagine living on less than $ 1 a day. says with a smde, .. My freshman. my ness as a full major instead of just a sub had done somethmg to show the students Suddenly food becomes much more im sophomore and my junior year people sect10n of busmess. about the cultures on campus. She had portant to you, and healthy drinking would laugh; my friends would just thmk Brito adapted to her new environ an idea to make a mult1-cultural festival water is a luxury . This is the case for I was the craziest person; and I would ment throughout the years . She met all that would show dwtces from every cul ove r 300 million people livmg m Sub make little flyers to put on my door that different people that made her life more ture on campus. Brito never bad the Saharan Africa, and this number could said J'm proud to be Hispanic ." lt wa-; mteresting . But no matter what ~he did. chance to actually get to do this, but she rise to 400 million by 2015. tough for Brito not to know anyone that she did not forget about her background. hopes that someone has the same passion To make matt ers worse, 30 rrulhon could understand how left out she felt . She said, "My culture, my heritage. are that she has for her culture and would be people have contrac ted HIV/AIDS in "I celebrated Hispanic Hentage month very important to me, and I'm not able to put on a show . Africa, which accounts for 70 percent all by myself." she said. ashamed of 1t at all ." She also said how Brito will be graduating m the spring of infections across the globe. 6,500 She explained with a gloomy face having someone that she could have and is happy to leave the campus with people die and 9,500 more contract the how nobody knew that there was a His shared that with would have made her more Hispanics. She just hopes that all virus every day in Afnca alone. That's panic Heritage month. It begms Sept. 15 ftrst three years even beuer According these studenL'i stay true to their culture twice the number of people who died and ends Oct. 15. Brito says that to her. Hispanics composed only I per~ because for her it is everything she has . on Sept 11, 2001. Ima gme two Sept. throughout her first three years she only cent of the population her first year on Brito with a cheerful tone said. "Noth 11'"'s occurring on a datly basts for the knew one Spamsh person but that per campus, and now she says the number ing makes me prouder then being His remainder of your lives. son did not speak Spanish, and the only has increa.~ed to 5 or maybe even 6 per- panic." 6 Campu s Chronicle A&E Friday, January 30, 2004 'Grams' a 'Big Fish': a larger than life tale By Andrea Griffith tales of giants, circuses and big fish, of Carter, in a fitting role, creates a sense of Copy Editor course. Despite bitterness he feels toward awe and mystery as a witch, and Billy heavy film his father for fabricating much of what Crudup glues the story together as he tries By Sarah Gray Looking for a good film that rises he learned as a child, Will has returned to discover the truth about his father's past. Staff Writer above goofy comedy but isn't heavy on borne with his wife upon news of his The film is remin isce nt of "Forest sentimentality and drama? "Big Fish" is father's illne ss. The folklore is revealed Gump" because of its unbelievable recol "21 Grams" is Mexican director your ticket, with a tone that remains light to the audience through flashbacks nar lection s, but is more visually stunning AJejandro Gonzalez Iiiarritu 's first En hearted throughout, even as it addresses rated by Finney. Ewan McGregor plays because of the added fantasy components. glish language film featuring Benicio del the issues of death and troubled fam the young adult ver "Big Fish" achieves a great balance Toro, Sean Penn and Naomi Watts. The ily relationships. sion of Fiooey's of drama and comedy. At the heart of the director is famous for his Spanish film, Director Tim Burton and hi s charac ter in a way plot is a son strugg ling to accept his fa "Arnorres Perro s." and the release of his amazing cast. whlch includes Ewan that is cheerfu l with ther, but Burton is able to avoid the rush new film was highly anticipated. "2 l McGregor. Jessica Lange, Albert out being sicken of sentimentality that usually accompanies Grams" is the story of three very differ Finney, Billy Crudup, Danny ingly sweet. death in film. None of the characters talks ent individuals who are thrown together DeVito, Steve Buscemi, Helena All cast mem at length about Edward's condition; his after a fatal car accident. The film follows Bonham Carter and Alison Lohman, bers seem like natu death is not belabored or cliche. The fo how their lives intertwine and how each create contrasting worlds of the real ral picks for each of cus remams upon his life of folkJore and character is forced to face the reality of and the imaginative that hold the their characters. romance, which adds momentum to the death. Jack Jordon (Toro) a religiously re viewer's interest throughout. Jess ica Lange adds film's message that life sho uld be an ad deemed ex-con and his wile struggle to Finney stands out ru; the older brightness to the venture with no mundane patterns. provide for their two children, while Jack version of Edward Bloom. who con movie as Sandra With "B ig Fish." Burton and cast questions his fatth and puts it to the test unues to tell his outrageous stories as he Bloom, who tries to side-step the conflict blend reality perfectly with fantasy. The Paul Rivers (Penn) is an ill college pro waits to die. even though these mono that her husband and son face. As usual, result is a fun film featuring relationships fessor waiting for a heart transplant. logues have driven his son Will (Billy Danny DeVito supplies energy as a Clr that many of us can identify with and col Meanwhile his wife tne<; to convince him Crudup) to alienation. All of his life, cus entrepreneur that makes the entire orful wo rld s where most of us would to donate his sperm, implying that she will Will's only dialog with hi~ father involved film more rhythmic. Helena Bonham rather be . want to bear a child after he dies . 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( II for ro p diH vnts :tllDH Mm From your fellow 1 1-800-648-4849I www.stslravel.com "9• ll'llfflt.NC miU ..,,a.ffmembers Friday, January 30, 2004 GREEK/ORGANIZATIONS Campus Chronicle 7 Sports Med Club students interested in Sports Medicine. Alpha Kappa Alpha it was spinning around as if it was in a The symposium will consist of guest car accident. Many students and faculty After a busy fall, the Sports Medi speakers, member presenters and bands "The Spirit of Alpha Kappa Alpha" stopped by and witnessed this event. cine Club is making plans for an even on activities to give high schoo l students has soared through the hearts and rrunds For National Volunteer Day, we busier spring semes ter. We would Hk:eto an idea of what it is like to be an athletic of the Ladies of the Sigma Mu Chapter served food to various families at the thank everyone who contributed to our training student al HPU. Just a few of of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in many Greensboro Pathways Family She lter. Thanksgiving food drive and our holiday the other events in the works for this se ways. A small but powerful group, we This shelter housed about 16 families who toy drive. Both events mester include a have proven ourselves this past fall se are in need. They come from all over, in we re a big success campus health fatr me'iler with our dedicated efforts on cam cluding New York and surrounding areas w1 th over 150 food held in conjunc pus and within the community. like Greensboro or Winston-Salem. Most items being donated to tion with Student A recap of the semester show s our of the families consist of single mother s the Father's Table. and Health Services, a hard work in str1vmg to serve all man with three to four kids. There were a over S boxes of toys socia l outing and kind. In October. various ladies of Sigma couple of two-parent fam1hes. We came being delivered to the the National Ath Mu campaigned to make students , faculty together to serve the families hotdogs. Toys for Tots program. letic Trainers· As and staff aware of the causes and effects chili, baked beans. cole slaw, chips and We are especially soc iation annual of breast 1.ancer. Free breast screenings drinks that were made prior to arriving at grateful to the Board of conference . The were offered which educated women on the shelter . The families en3oyed our pres Stewards whose donauons were key to the club is open to any current or prospective breast cancer and early signs along with ence and we enjoyed being there to help toy drive's success. This spnng, we will exercise science or athletic trammg stu pamphlets and ribbons that were distrib them. be putting on a Sports Medic ine Sympo dent and usually meets the fip;t Thursday uted throughout the day in classes and Other events that we held consisted sium on March 20 for perspec tive HPU of every month in Millis Room 226. around campu,; Sigma Mu also invited of secret sisters, de)jvenng goody bags a representative from the local hospital. to the elderly at Evergreen Nursing home Htgh Point Regional Health Center, to and a self-funding spaghetti dmner. This Alpha Gamma Delta it proved to be a gn:at success. We al ways have such a great time with the Zeta pronde more background information on dinner was an event where we were able rn girls and enjoy '>trengthening the bonds breast cancer through a power-point pre to invite two friends for dinner. This gave Welcome back! We hope everyone between our two sororities . sentation . She also spoke on how to pre our guest a chance to learn more about had a great break and got some much We also would like to congratulate vent it and what to do if you have breast our sorority. ask questions and interact needed relaxation. Although it has only three ot our <;isters for being nominated cancer . more closely with us. Each soror helped been a couple of weeks since we ha\'e for Snow Queen for Snowball 2004 . During the week of Nov. 17-22 , we out by shopping for food or making some been back. we have been very busy We Good luck. girls ; you all \\ ork hard and helped enforce Buckle Up America by thing for dinner. We also supported our are currently getting ready for Formal deserve th1, honor! The Garns will all he putting poster, up depicting senous acci graduate chapter Eta Orrucron m the rec Recruitment and cannot wait to meet all attending Snowball and we hope lo see dents dea ling with not wearing seat-belts ognition of its Golden and Silver Sorors potential members Formal Rush is one many of you there as \\ell. or drinng under the influence To en during an afternoon tea . Lastly. we held of our favonte times of the year and it Keep your eyes open for upcoming hance this progmm. A Seat Belt Simula a dessert discussion on AIDS. which al always proves to be a great time for the events sponsored by Alpha Gamma Delta . tor was brought to campus by the North lowed the student population to come to rushees . Good luck to all fraternities and We are currently looking into bringing Carolina State Highway Patrol in Greens gether and talk about facts on AIDS. It sororities participating in Formal Recruit back an old tradition and holdmg a sister boro, N.C. While on campus a Winnie the was an open forum where students shared ment! relrcal at Pooh stufled animal was u,ed to demon stories and suggested ideas of ways to We are currently planning Hanging ,;trate sea1 belt safety . While \\ 'mnie the help fight AIDS . This was the founda a great philanthropy e\'ent with Rock Po4.1hdid not ha~c a ...~,t belt on, ii ,howed tion of a proJeCl that we staned to help our local Triad cancer centers . Moun ho\\ hl' wus e1ected from thl' truck while fight AIDS Sister,; will dedicate one day t a i n . from the upcoming month and Thi, re Alpha Delta Theta Pi Kappa Alpha spend the entire day with the tre.,t will The \tSter, of ADT ha-.e been pretty The Brothers of Pi KappaAJpb.a hope children at the centers who are be a time busy bcl\\.l"Cn uur many ,erv1ces and so that e, eryone is ha, ing a good spring se battling this disease. We \\ ill \\hen we cials. hut \\e'\e enJoyed our time together mester Smee gening back to good old present these special boys and can get and with many people throughout our HPU . we have stayed really bus). Just girls with goody package, and make each av. a) from the stress of college hf e and communit y. We are a Christian Service before the beginnmg of the semester. child a prince or princess for the day. We even further strengthen our bonds of <;is Soront y which striws to be God 's Light brothers Damn Sua and Sam Closic at are looking forward to thi'>e\'ent and plan terhood and spend quality time \\ 1th one to the HPU campu,; and to the commu tended a P1 Kappa Alpha Chapter Presi to make it a tradition in up and coming another . We also will be spon.c;onng an nity at large . ADT has made quite a few dents Conference in Memphis . Tenn. years. event at High Point 's Triangle Billiards trips to High Point Manor (a retirement They both came back with a lot of new Boys. mark your calendars because soon and plan to ha, e se\ era) mixers v. 1th center) hanging up cheerful signs. pla) ideas and we are looking forward to put next month on Feb . 14"' we wilJ be ce l various campus organizatwn ... ing bingo an HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY Camgus Chronicle VOL. 11, NO. 7 RIDAY, Febaruary 20, 2004 HIGH POINT, N.C. Students, faculty wage campaign Stephens family blessed by to put a face on AIDS in Africa orphans adopted By Andrea Griffith others. As English department chair, Dr. C. Martinson. "The enthusiasm that our Copy Editor Jane Stephens has reached out to the students have shown in their praise of from Kenya university's students, who have responded this program is inspiring." Editors Note: This story was written by Students and faculty at the university with a commitment to get results. Following is a sampling of fund- Charlie Lehman of McNeil/ Lehman, the hope to ignite a movement among college "For me, this is a personal cause," raising activities for New Life at High university s news bureau. It was included students with their Feb. 25 program "Put she said. "I'm so thrilled that High Point Point prompted by this event: in a comprehensive news kit that was dis ting a Face on AIDS in Africa," which students have reached out to make it per- -Fraternities have recycled cans for tributed as part of the events publicity will center sonal to them." money. campaign. around In addi- -Evening Degree Program students Jane and Chad Stephens did not go two guest tion to High and sororities have planned baby show- to Africa in 1999 to adopt AIDS orphans, speakers p o i n t , ers to collect baby items for the homes. but once they met Bui and Joe, there was who run B e ck en ham -The International Club has sold no coming home an orphan- and Wangai raffle tickets. without them. age in will visit Elon -Students have collected artwork Today, as Bui Kenya. University, from local artists, including Mrs. Libby and Joe thrive in their The PHOTO BY KRISTA ADKINS Wake Forest Martinson, wife of the university presi North Carolina world, program is STUDENT COM.MJTTEE •"OR AIDS EVENT University, dent. The artwork will be sold in a silent their parents keep a part of a weeklong visit by the co-founder Forsyth Medical Center and area churches auction beginning at 5 p.m. in Millis flame burning for and doctor at New Life Homes, an or the week of Feb. 22. Center on Feb. 25. those left behind. phanage in Kenya that has emerged as a Through months of effort, students -The Student Government Associa More than 200,000 model for saving the lives of children left and faculty at High Point have organized tion has donated $10,000 to help fund Kenyans die of AIDS to die as a result of the AIDS epidemic. the week's centerpiece event, which will the event, with the remainder being do each year, leaving behind infants and tod Clive Beckenham and Dr. Paul Wangai be on Feb. 25 in Millis Athletic and Con- nated to New Life . dlers who will eventually become street will bring their message of hope to a va vocation Center at 7 p.m. The program -T-shirts have been designed pro children - or dead children - if they are riety of Triad audiences beginning Feb. will feature a multimedia presentation moting the event and will be sold. not adopted. Jane and Chad Stephens 22. about AIDS orphans, performances by -Resident assistants are sponsoring hope to help connect compassionate Beckenham and Wangai will be the Genesis Gospe l Choir and the university a "Pie Your R.A." contest to raise funds. Americans - and their love for children - guests of Drs. Chad and Jane Stephens, dance team "Panthers with Pizzazz ," a -Students have collected money at with all ofthoseAIDS orphans across the who discovered New Life Homes when display of artwork by local elementary Panthers basketball games. sea. -- the family was in Kenya in 1999. The school children and a touching surprise -Students solicited Bono's founda- To that end Jane has helped to orga Stephenses adopted their son, Joe, from finale. tion DATA, which agreed to participate nize the first weeklong "Putting a Face New Life Homes and their daughter, Bui, "In my opinion, there is no more im by sending a video diary of Bono's cru on AIDS in Africa" conference this month came to live with them when her mother portant project than to give hope to thou sade and some educational literature on at High Point University, where she chairs died in childbirth. Now, the Stephenses sands of Kenyan children, orphans in Af the English department. Events are also See Involvement, page 5 want to tell the story of these orphans to rica," said University President Dr. Jacob See Stephens, page 5 Popular 'caf' king departs after 13 years By Kathleen McLean dismissal because it is against company dential dining area manager open. said, "It's a shame Kenny is gone because Staff Writer policy. Dickson also cannot comment Dickson said, "Anytime you bring in he would come talk to you just to say hi." because of legal issues and respect for someone new, the dynamics change. But Freshman Matt Cordeau agreed. He greeted students entering the Pan Roseboro. "You hate making changes; it's the different backgrounds bring in a fresh Roseboro was known for his thers Commons and talked to them about one of the hardest parts of a business," new outside perspective." friendly personality and student interac their day. He listened to food requests said Dickson. ''But the goal is to make Aramark's primary goal here is to tion. A co-worker said, "He was more and made the Kenny Burger a famed item things better and move forward." provide the customers with what they student-orien ted than any of us, and it on the menu. He won the Mr. Panther Roseboro said that he appreciates the want. "There are needs that the students, came naturally to him." Contest in the faculty category twice. students' support in his situation, but does faculty and staff have, and we' re charged On Feb. 3, the Society's Source pub However, on Jan. 28, Kenny Roseboro 's not hold any hard feelings against those with fulfilling those needs," sa id lished an article on Roseboro which services ended at High Point University. that made the decision. However, he Dickson. "It's a constant goal." Dickson speculated Roseboro was dismissed be Roseboro was employed by would like to remind everyone that the hopes the dining services wiU remain a cause he was too courteous to the student Aramark, a company contracted by the cafeteria was not all about him . "I was positive aspect of campus life. body and gave out more portions than al university for food services. As produc blessed with a lot of good people ," said "Where else on campus do you have lowed. AJthough Dickson was not al tion manager, he was responsible for or Roseboro. ''It's the staff that makes the such a conce ntrated gathering of stu lowed to comment on Roseboro's dis dering and receiving food for the Panthers managers look good." dents, faculty and staff? We try to be as missal, he said, "You have the right to feel, Conunons and working concessions at the Aramark works on a system of man much a part of that interaction as pos think and say whatever you want, but it is games and events on campus. He worked agers that report to Dickson as a liaison sible and make it as positive as we can," only an opinion," said Dickson. "'Wewere for Aramark for 24 years and at High Point between Aramark and High Point Univer said Dickson. never approached by anyone from the University for 13 years. sity. Ms. Gwyn Ewmg will be taking When students learned of Source." Mike Dickson, Aramark district man Roseboro's position as production man Roseboro 's dismissal, they were upset ager, is unable to comment on Roseboro 's ager, which leaves her position as resi- and confused. Freshman John Zeigler See Kenny, page 7 Page 3 Page4 Page 5 Page 7 Page 10 An appeal Meet V-day gift Kenyan "Lace' - an guests to activist ED P's reactions .._ overall are life- Bono Debbie success savers Dalton 2 Campus Chronicle EDITORIAL Friday, February 20, 2004 Staff Editorial;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;,;;;;;;;;;;iiiiiiii-iiiiii;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;iiiiiiiiiiiiii-MLK's words remain A IDS crisis in Africa: important to this day By Derek Shealey pressing that belief. J(jng shared the - please join the fight Staff Writer same dream of freedom as history's other great black activists, such as "A whole generation of children are me your childhood without the count High Point University is a great Malcolm X and Nelson Mandela, but he growing up without their parents, con less photo albums. school, and I'm proud to be one of its stands alone as the man who has spo demned to live their lives in Oprah was overwhelmed by the students, but it was on the campus of an ken words of inspiration and humanity poverty .•. This is a new children's Joy. Despite all they had bet!n other university that I learned my most that have resonated in the hearts and holocaust ... How many tens of millions through, they were bright-eyed, spirited important lesson yet as an college stu minds of more people than anyone else more people have to Printer: WW Printing & Graplucs Adviser: Michael Gaspeny Coping with breakups Staff members: Ali Akhyari, Angel Ashton. Melissa Caudill, Brianne Coone, Samuel Derniss, Josh Farrington, Sarah Gray, Pamela-Montez Holley, Taylor Every girl. deep down, wants to be relationship may be angered because a Humphre ys, Trevor McDonald, Kathleen McLean, Jonathan Miller, Bill Piser, swept off her feet by a Prince Charm friend was hurt or confused because ev Amanda Roberts. Derek Shealey, Clifford Smith, Gena Smith, Joel ing, but erything looked perfect. How ever, they Stubblefield, Erin Sullivan. what hap shouldn't stay upset because there was pens when nothing they could do. All any friend Phone number for Chronicle office: (336) 841-4552 the fairy can do for someone who was dumped Email address: news @highpoint.edu tale ends? or dumped someone else, is to be there The opinions expressed in this newspaper do not necessarily reflect the At the as a shoulde r to cry on or a sounding perspective of High Point University students, administrators, staff or trustees. beginning board. Signed columns, letters and cartoons solely represent the outlook of their of the year, A relationship doesn't involve the autho rs and creators. Unsigned editorials. appearing on opinion pages, express I wrote an who le world; it's only about those two the majority view of the staff. article con people. The important thing 1s that Kathleen cerning those two people talk in order to save Letters policy ... ethics in some sort of feeling they had for each - McLean _ dating. I other. I may not be in a relationship The Campus Chronicle urges readers to submit letters to the editor. talked right now, but I know the guy I dated The salutation should read: To the Editor. Letters should be typed and Staff Writer about how will always care about me and be there should not exceed 300 words. They must be signed and include the author's you couldn't plan a relationship. You for me because we both had an influ phone and address for purposes of verificat ion . No letter wt..11be published just have to let things happen, and I still ence in each other's lives. The same without confirmation of the author's identity. Please do not send anonymous believe that to be true. goes true for any relationship I have letters or form letters. Recently I was in a relationship been in. Each has given me a memory that I thought would last a long time, or feeling that has affected my life . The staff reserves the right to edit letters for length. clarity and grammar, in but things happened and now I'm single Memories are to be chenshed, and addition to the right to reject a letter based on the judgement of the editors and agam. Although a lot of girls would love is something that shouldn ' t be adviser. feel hurt to hear the words. ··1 Jove you, thrown away. Although you may have but I JUSt can't be with you." I'm not. been dumped and were in love. that Mall your letter to: The Editor, Campuc; Chronicle, Box 3111. High Point Sometimes you have to realize that it is doesn't mean you should let go of ev- Uniwrsity , High Point , NC 27262. Email your letter to [email protected]. the honest truth. People ~ho are on the outside of a See Breakups. page 8 Friday, February 20, 2004 OPINION Campus Chronicle 3 Why you should think The ugly truth about about studying abroad St. Valenti ne's Day The chance to study abroad is some fected (read: all you have to do is pass - Ah, Valentine's Day. It's the day pound chocolate heart, it's difficult not thing that every student should take seri talk about freedom). You're in a new when people who love each other can to hear the words, "Now get fat;· in tow. ously. Specifically, HPU has some great country surrounded by all manner of ex say that they love each other through ex- I swear, most break-ups after Valentine's programs citing things to see and do. Not that this Day are due to the loss of physical at ------pens 1 v e for stu is important, but the drinking age is prob jewelry, traction. Hey, it' s your fault. You just had dents to ably going to be 18, and there are no spe extrava to say, " I love you," with a "Fudge of choose cial stores for the "hard liquor." Yes, odds gant din the Month Club'' member ship. The only from. Last are you can purchase your nectar of choice ners and candy given that l don't have a problem semester, I at the grocery store along with everything countless with are the conversation hearts. How and two else. I'm not sure why I even mention cards that can you get upset at little, sweet, pastel others went this, though, as rm sure it means nothing no doubt hearts that give you simple instructions, .______to the Uni to most college students. Oh, and don't have a like "Kiss me," and "Be mine ." Person versity of forget, you have the chance to travel. catchy, ally, 1 thjnk the x-rated conversation Drew s I Especially if you do one of the European adorable hearts are a little more memorable. Their __ __ Andrews in programs, you will be a short flight away Erin poem in- instructions are a little more demanding, ~ Mclnt~e~ Scotla n d from an endless number of incredible des s i d e . but I think the pay-off is greater in the - Sullivan~~ However, •i)ijmun•ffinmlThere ar~ tinations. end. also pro- My reasons are a little different, but Staff Writer when you I think we had the right idea when grams to Oxford-Brookes, in Oxford, hey, maybe you can relate. I don't want l O O k we were kids. What happened to the gift England, Leeds, also in England, as well to say I was looking for a semester off closer at all of these thoughtful things of a construction paper heart, where you as foreign language study programs in per se, but I was certainly looking for a we do for the ones we love, they don't could still see the glue around the edges? France, Germany, Spain, Mexico and oth semblance of a break. Yes, I wanted to seem so precious and adorable after all. I don't know about everyone else, but I ers. I can attest to the fact that study ing travel , and yes, I was just chomping at Let's be honest here. If you' re still give gifts like that. Sure, I may lose abroad is an amazing experience, and I the bit to experimen t with kilts (at vari spending a ton of money on a fancy din- a boyfriend and a few friends after ex hope you' ll consider it. ous levels of undergarments) and meet ner or jewelry that would make even changing vale ntines, but I'm the one that I will say it probab ly isn't for every peop le from a lot of different cultures. some celebrities jealous, you're trying saves money! one. As excited as I was at the begin Mainly, though, I just wanted a little R&R, to buy a 'get out of the doghouse free' Don't get me wrong. I'm all for ning, l had some reservations. I'm an only and what better place lo do that than pass. It is a valiant effort, and I have to showi ng peop le that you care about ch ild, very close to my family; I'd never bonnie Scotland? say that it's hard to get mad at someone them. However, a day that prides itself been away from home for any period Whatever your motivation, look into a month or two af- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ on a flying. fat, longer than a week or two. We won't even spending a semester (or year) abroad . f ter Valentine's " ... a day that prides itself half-naked man, mention distance: it should tell you promise you won't regret it. Get in touch Day when you're holding a bow enough that I live in Winston-Salem and with Dr. Head in the Modern Foreign wearing diamond on a flying, fat, half-naked and arrow and chose to go to school here. And there's Language Department. She's the director earrings and still man .... should be eel- shooting people also the fact that it's a completely differ of our study abroad programs. If you'd talkmg about the in th~ backside, ent culture, almost a different language like info specifically on St. Andrews from best filet mignon ebrated in moderation." should be eel- and a completely different and frankly me, e-mail the Chronicle account, and I'll that you've had in l.!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii:J ebrated in m<'d confusing educationaJ system. Oh, yeah, get back to you. Keep in mind that St. your entire life. eration. After all, he is a grown m:in and Sconish food is only a notch or two Andrews 1s a more acade1nically rigorous Another common thing to give to wearing diapers, so how senously c.1n above English cuisine ... and I have an in program, so you need to have a GPA of at that special someone is candy. Nonnally, the 14th really be taken? However , lam timate relationship with what goes in my least a 3.5 to apply. Oh, and if you write chocolates in a red heart-shaped box are just as guilty as the rest of the publi c, stomach. me with any questions about Prince Wil supposed to convey the message that you since I also sometimes indulge in a few OK, now for the good news. You get liam, I will delete on sight. With all that care about that person. Of course, you of the cliches of Valentine's Day. I think • three mont hs with no responsibi lities ex being said, Godspeed, and happy trails. care about that person's feelings, but do it's just part of the fun of it all. I am pay cept classes. Even then, you'll have less And if you happen to be in Scotland at you care about that person's weight? ing for it, though. ln fact, I'm late for than you do here and since only credit any point, have a wee dram for me. After hearing someone say, "l love you," the gym now. Stupid "Fudge of the hours transfer, your GPA will be unaf- and then being handed a three to five Month Club" membership .... Massachusetts legal battle sparks conflict over gay marriage and its implications for America's future By Jo nath an Miller While this article is being written, the things go wrong there and same-sex mar riage licenses. jus t like it gran ts driver's Staff Writer Mac;sachusetts legis lature will be voting riage becomes law, we are heading down licenses. Therefore. the state makes the on the Manfage Afftnnntion and Protec- a dangerous path. Aside from homosexu rules; however, the state cou ld approve In case you haven't been paymg at tion Amendment If all goes as planned ality heing unnatural and a perversion of of :.ame-sex maniage if it were voted on tention to the news. a historical event is with no parliamentary procedure delays, nature and the religiow, argument that by the people instead of being declared ahout take place in Massachusett,. This the amendment ,~ill probably pass; ho~· homose"'uality is murally wrong and an by activist judges. Given the 1.:urrentcli May, Massachusetts will become the first ever. that doe~ not make this amendment abommat1on a:- stated in Romans 1:26- mate, 1101 all the state~ wi II approve stale in the Union to legahLe same-sex law yet. This amendment must be ap- 27. homosexual marriage will lead to <;ante-sex marriage, but some will Thts marriage'>. Tite t-.ias~achusetts Supreme proved by a majority again by the next other non-traditional mamages , E\ idence would hreak up the cohesion ,1mnng C(lurt ruled in NO\·ember that denying legislature in the 2005-2006 session and to support this argument has already oe- slates. A homosexual coupll! would be same-sex marriages is unconstitutional. then the people ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~eurred . A po- recognized in t1ne state and 1101in an Lawmakers m Ma-.sa1:husetts thought will have the op- lygamy case in other. The legal problems th..it would Vennont-style c1vil-11nions might mt'et portumty to vote in "Aside from homosexuality Utah IS usmg the re- occur from this would be enornious. Le the Supreme Court's requirements. As Novemberof2006. being unnatural and a perver- cent sodomy case, gal matters regarding marriag benefits you may knm\. Vermont allows ciHl Therefore, Massa- Lawrence v. Texas, would be chaotic at best, leading m 11n uruons, "'h1ch ts something short of ac chusetL~ will have sion of nature ...homosexual to justify marriage necesst1ry complications among 'itates. mal marriage. The Massachusett~ Su allowed same-'\CX marriages Will lead tO Other With :.everal Thus. a federal marriage amendment preme Court issued an ad, isory opimon marriages for mer non-traditional marriages.,, women. When the seems lo be the only possible .solution if last \\eek statmg th:1t ctvil-unwns will two years. In order state berms grant same-sex marriages become legal in not \Uffi ..e us .i homosexual'<. right to to e1hurc the p.u,s- mg marnage to ho ~omc stales· or each stale could amend mamage. thm,. onlv rnam,,ge will be mg of tlus ,1rnendment, some legislatms mosexuals, the !.late will hm e no ground ,ts constitution to guarantee man t ge ,,s granted in ~fa :ichu,;ells, nothmg b ..~ ha\e proposed ~·hangmg the amendment to ~t.. nd on when 11tells this guy he e,m't ,, union hetwecn one m,111 , nd one rtw.. c1Ll1on by the high court prompted to at lcr,M gu.iranlee , 1, 1l-un10ns l lus uu1m 10 Wtlmen Alim, ing one non-tra wom,m. htw-makers in Mussachuselt!s to push frn comprormr.e has not heen well recetved ditional man1age will ultimately lead to If these unmoral ,md unn turn! laws a cons1i1u11onal convention m order to by either c;1deof 1he issue allowmg all non-trad1t1onal marn.1ge,;. continue else,~ here. I'm ,1fra11l1n say om amend the current con<;lituuon defining I am opposed 10 same-sex mamdges Say what you want. but marriage 1s a count!) 1s moving in a d11ect1r1n we marriage as the umon of one man and and have confidence that the Mass.achu· pnvilege granted by the state, not a nght. should not go. It could be d1se_c;trous. one womru1 st:tb leg1:,lnture \\ ill come through. If The st,1te has ,ilwayl) granted mar- Masc;achusetts will prove that 4 Campus Chronicle Putting a Face on AIDS Friday, February 20, 2004 New Life Homes in Kenya save lives of AIDS orphans Upcoming HPU guests Clive Beckenham and Dr. Paul Wangai have turned 500 babies HN negative since 1994 By Andrea Griffith New Life Homes (there are three ference." By year-end 2003 , 532 babies had been Copy Editor now) have enjoyed unprecedented suc For the Beckenhams. starting New admitted into the homes; of those , 381 cess talcing 3-pound, sickly babies and Life was partly their responsibility as had been adopted. Most of the babies ad There are 11 million AIDS orphans helping them become vibrant, cheerful Christians . mitted into New Life were HIV positive in Africa. Clive Beckenham, Mary children. As a nurse, Mary Beckenham "We began this Christian response because of their mother's antibodies, but Beckenham and Dr. Paul Wangai are has the same British chann as a 60-some because Christianity's founder and leader over 90 percent of them have retested three people doing something about it. thing Mary Poppms. She speaks about demonstrated that true compassion HIV negative after receiving care at Arrivmg in Kenya in 1989 as mis lhe cluldren with such pride that anyone comes from the heart of God," Clive these orphanages. sionaries, the Beckenhams became listening is left Be::kenham. To help spread their mission and aware of the plight of babies abandoned believing that s a i d . save more children. Clive Beckenham as a result of HIV/AIDS They saw in they will go on "Jesus and Dr. Wangai have planned a Febru fants who were HJV positive with one to become the s a i d . ary trip to the United States - a first for or both parents dying of AIDS left to next great ·when both of them. They will lead the languish in the pit latrines and ditches world leaders, ever you weeklong "Putting a Face on AIDS in of Nairobi. They learned that many despite their refused to Africa" conference, which will culmi children's homes fearing the AIDS humble begin help one nate with the event in Millis Center on scourge, were refusmg to take in these nings. of these. Feb . 25. They will be the guests of Jane babies. The were appalled by the result: Dr. Jane you re and Chad Stephens, who adopted baby HIV mfants born in hospitals were Stephens, chair fused to Joe from New Life Homes in 1999. They spending their brief days on rubber mat of the English help me.· will also lead programs at Elon Univer tresses where they were essentially left department, We know sity, Wake Forest University, Baptist to ilic. witnessed New l-'11010 ~110\1 NE\\ LIFE: WEUP.\GF t h e s e Hospital and a number of area churches . As a result, the Beckenhams worked Life's spirit Cl IH . A'I/D \1AIH IIM . KD,HAM \HTII Nt;W IIFE ClllLO problems "We hope that the visit will help put to open an orphanage to address this hu first hand are world- a more immediate and genuine face on manitarian crisis New Life Home when she visited in 1999. wide, but the individual responses are the staggering number of AIDS orphans opened in 1994 as one of only two or "Their reputation for caring for ba eternally significant and command im in Kenya and across Africa," said the phanages in Kenya caring for AIDS or bies in Nairobi is profound:' Stephens, measurable importance to the babies who Beckenhams, "The problem has been phans. They brought in Dr. Paul Wangai who lives in Winston-Salem. said. are hungry, thirsty and homeless." virtually ignored for far too long .'· to provide medkal care . "They've had 500 babies. but each one Today. the three New Life Homes More information about New Life 1s very much their own. They have save the hves of Kenyan AIDS babies Home Trust can be found at Calendar of Events: shown us that one person can make a dif- every day in Nairobi. Kisumu and Lamu. wv. w.newl i fehometrust.org. 0 The Visit of Clfre Beckenham and D,: Paul *mgai will include the A prayer for AIDS victims everywhere following erents, which will lead up 10 High Point~\' main event Feb. By Erin Fedas to stnu1gers in strugghng nations. For in it is due. when It is in the powet of[ourj 2, . Specwl to tht. Chmnicle lonng 111d~1vmg them, we also love and hand to do if' (Prm,crbs ~:27). Oppor SUNDA) , F1:::u.22 ·m: serve you. So what does that mean ex tunities start with teaming abnut the If I am 10 be honest with you Lord. actly '? Lord ho\l. can l as an trtdhidual problems and not remaming apatheuc 11 a.m.- Dr. Paul Wangai I mur,t tell you that al times I seem lll make a Warrior reminded student~ that to works. How- THF 80\'S 60Nll \\ITH,\ CHII.DlfO(l[) llf RO afford to take the The book will contain high-quality truly be an adult. one should think and ever. living by easy path of al photograph s instead of last year's act like an adult. This includes using your feelings has become a great problem in lowing liberalism to strip America of its pixilated pictures. Layouts will be uni mind, not your muscles, in educational society due to the increase of liberalism, morality and tradition. As American citi form and the captions improved. pur.uits. Acting like an adult means never and Warrior pointed out that tltis danger zens. we are "entrusted with honor, jus- "My goal is for this book to be the insulting anyone's intelligence and always ous increase is making mankind morally See Warrior. page 8 best ever. J want it to be classic, tradi treating people with courtesy. He men- bankrupt. He suggests that liberals who tlonal, one that everyone can be happy with," says Caudill. The staff bas faced many challenges Eric Reiss: a martial arts mastermind this year. The number one problem has been to get people to complete their as Veteran instructor passes his knowledge on to a new generation~~~~~ . signments. Working OD the yearbook is time-consuming, and combined with school work and extracurricular activities, By Kathleen McLean sey. but attended the California lnstitute could handle. the workload can become a strain. Caudill Stajf Writer for the Arts in Los Angeles and studied Reiss' school is called the Silk Tt works late, sometimes leaving the office cmema and broadcasting in the film ger School ofT'ru Chi Ch'uan. but he at the time her peers are returning from He looked like he wa,; drunk. with school At the college, a distmguished has no sn1dio. ''Wherever I am that day parties. However, as a key member of the his body limp and arms flapping around martial arts master. Dr. MarshallHo' o, of i,; my school" said Reiss. He teaches cross country and track teams, she is used like a rag doll, hut Sifu Eric Reiss could fered a T'ai Chi class. Reiss joined the 4-5 hours a day in different locations: to sacrifices. not be pushed down by a student twice class and studied with Ho· o for 12 incon Elon, Greensboro. Asheboro and his size. Rci~s then told the class that c;ocutive years. Burlington. He gets all of his work by The staff has also had to deal with the crash of the H drive. According to if anyone bet a friend that they couldn't But after three years of fdm school. word of mouth and phone calls. Dr. Caudill, "This is a digital yearbook. So push them over using his technique to Reiss c.lropped out and moved back to James Zarick hired Reiss to teach his we take the pictures, load them OD Roger's give him a 10 percent cut should they New Jersey. He studied under T' ai Chi class as a physical education course. "J computer: then we can access them from win. master William C. C. Chen, and moved got his number from the YMCA and the yearbook computer. With the crash of Sifu is the term of teacher in the back to Los Ange- it's rare to find the H drive, we lost the ability to do this, Chinese martial art T'ai Chi Ch'uan. les three years someone who is 11 which bas made it difficult to meet our Reiss, 48. celebrated his 30 ' year prac Jater. Reiss then qualified to "Reiss, 48, celebrated his deadlines." ticing T'm Chi this fall and said that moved to North teach both yoga the most important things he has Carolina and in 30th year practicing Tai and T'ai Chi," It costs about $25 .000 to produce the yearbook. Last year the staff had extra learned are self-discipline and focus. 1997 enrolled in Chi this fall and said that said Zarick. T' ai Chi is a system of exercise, medi· the University of R Reiss feels boxes of books that went unclaimed by tation and self-defense based on Taoist North Carolina at the most important things that it 1s impor students. Caudill and Clodfelter are plan ning a formal assembly this year where philosophy and the yin/yang symbol. Greensboro film he has learned are self- tant for him to The practi~"Cof the exercise is to restore school and gradu teach on a col the staff will present a slide-show with discipline and focus.,, music and readings and then formally balance and live a healthier, happier life ated with a lege campus be- present a copy to the president. This event in the culbvatmn of energy It provides bachelor's degree cause that is should generate excitement about the benefits in balance, strength, flexibil in cinema and broadcasting. "Without where he learned . He feels T'at Chi Ze ity blood pressure, inner calm and sclf Tai Chi I probably never would've gone Ch'uan is an important style to learn nith. What does Caudill most enjoy about confidcncc. back," said Reiss ... It helped save my life because of the stress reduction and When he wa~ 13, Reiss was look by making me take better choices." health benefits. "J had a man my age her work? "It's a good feeling to get your voice in there. It will serve as a memory mg for an exercise to keep him healthy He didn't receive the copywritingjob in one ofmy classes who walked with for people and be a piece of our history," and something that he could practice he apphed for, but was already employed a cane. It's been two months and now she says with a proud smile. The year for the rest of his life, and found an ar full time. Ho'o had encouraged Reiss to he walks without his cane. stands book editorship serves ac; a good appren ticle on yoga. "I always liked weird teach when he moved to North Carolina. straighter and has reduced his pain ticeship for her future. She plans to get a stuff," said Reiss. Reiss is also expen He started by teaching courses at a com graduate degree m Journalism and work enced in Judo and Ju-Jitsu. munity college and his reputation spread, See Reiss. page 8 for an mterior design magazine. Reiss is onginally from New Jer- which left him with more work than he Friday, February 20, 2004 NEWS AND OPINION Campus Chronicle 7 EDP graduate returns to advise students Debbie Dalton uses a personal touch to aid HPU night school students By Andrea Griffith of what is requiredto be a successful night college degree would hdp her become a perspe<:tives. She says that as an enter Copy Editor studenL" said EDP Dean Gail Tuttle. "She more goal-oriented person. She stumbled ing studenL she had a fundamental be knows the commitment you must upon the Evening Degree Program, which lief sys rem. One women's studies class On a cool autumn Tuesday, Debbie have ... Debbie can remind students how is designed for working adults. changed many of her views. Dalton monitors the phones in the their life skills they have learned from As a snident, Dalton's adviser was "l was not a femimst. l had actu Evening Degree Program office. She of raising a family and working at a job can her current colleague, Gail Tuttle. Dalton ally written Congress and protested the fers cornf ort to one student who calls in be truly utilized in the classroom.'' credits Tuttle for being a huge support Equal Rights Amendment. .. that pen;on stressed about a particular Thirty yearn ago, system through the hfe~changing time. is gone," .she said. "I had always done class and her hectic life. Dalton. who also co But Tuttle often exercised methods of what others told me to do. lf college does Dalton offers a listening ear ordinates marketing tough love. not impact your Jifo. you're not listen and supportive words. and special events for "I never knew I could drop a class ing.'' "If you have to drop EDP. would have until I became an adviser here," Dalton In 1992. Dalton graduated with hon [the class]. you haye to drop. nevt:r imagined her said. "Gail always told me to stick it out." ors in psychology and philMophy . Af You can only deal with so life now. At the age Dalton had many initial fears about ter working for the Red Cross, she re much pressure. I hate that of 14, she suffered returning to school. She remembers her turned to EDP in 1997. According to for you, though." she says. the loss of her very first test, which was also her first and Dalton, the difference between EDP and Dalton lets the student know mother. At 16, she last "F. ., She sat frozen in her seat, unable other programs of its kind is the staff. that the staff is here for her was on her own until to write anything "We func- and refers her 10 the ~"alllpUS she married when she but her name. tion as a team," counselor in case she needs was 18. During her Her professor she said. further help. early 20s. she got her could have given "One women's studies class "When a stu The student is just one GED. She worked in up on her; in changed many of her dent comes on in a program of over 1000 a pharmacy and a res stead, she told views ... 'I had always done board, they· re that Dalton helps advise. taurant, but contin- her to relax. It another mem She says she treats each stu- ued to educate her- was this kind of what others told me to do. If ber of that dent differently. Some need gentle reas self. support that college does not impact your terun:· surance, while others require tough love. "I have always read textbooks ... like made Dallon a The staff Eleven years after gtaduatmg as an history books. 1t's very difficult for me devoted fan of life, you' re not listening."' is composed of Evening Degree student. Dalton loves to read a novel," she said. ''Textbooks just the university. people with worlang for the progmm that changed inte1est rne.'' "As a fresh- different dire~t her life. But the biggest turning-point in man, I was t~rrified," she said. "But I links to the program. Some of Lhem "] don't think lever reaUy left." she Dalton's life came when she became a never once thought about quitting.'' graduated from EDP: others supported said. ··1 haven't missed an EDP Chnst widow when she was 27. To hdp her confidence, Dalton would a spnuse going through the program. No mas party in 15 years.'' "At the age of 27, 1 found myself at do extra WQrkoutside of clasc;. "I would EDP student has a partkular adviser Dalttm vividly remembers being an the same place l was at 16. ·· she said. ''At get high school books and bring myself The staff as a group ~erves all students. advisee, hut now sit<;on the other side of 36, I reassessed my life. [My husband's! up to speed,'' she said. "We studied "We see whoever walks through the the adviser's desk, helping students reg death made me take time to thtuk ... Life Homer and l got a children's book on 'The doors." Dalton said. ••unever quite fee ls ister for clw;ses that she once took. was moving on and I wasn't." Odyssey· to help.'' "'Debbie has a great understanding Dalton remarried and decided lhat a 'The university broadened Dallou \ See Da/1011.page 8 Kenny, continued from front page ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The student body would like to know best to make the students feel welcomed, Ashton, Garvin crowned at the reason for Roseboro's dismissal, but which included "recruits" visiting the neither Aramark, Dickson, Roseboro nor campus. any member of the food service staff is Roseboro wants the students to know 3rd annual Snow-gala able to comment. that he is in good health and taking By Sylvia Harwood of Sarah Czyz, Angela Garvin, Betsy However, Roseboro this chance to rest and reflect. ''I'm Assistant Greek Editor Edwards, Shannon Shattuck and Nicole was an important waiting for my next adventure," said Armer. The men vying for the top spot part of students' Roseboro. He is assessing his op Despite the chill of cold weather were Adam lives and will be tions, but will probably go back into in the air, students who attended this Canavazzi, missed. food services. year's 3rdannual Snow Ball were swept Ryan Bess, Junior Keith "It can never be said that I didn't away to a Hollywood premiere, com Michael Wilson knew put enough effort into my work, but plete with a red carpet entrance. Spon Ashtoo,Sam Roseboro from wherever I go next, I'll put in 200 sored by the Student Government As Closic and washing dishes. "He percent just like I di.d here," said sociation, the Snow Ball provided stu C h r i s didn't look down at Roseboro. dents with another chance to break out Michener. me even though I When he looked around at the the formal wear and dance the night With loud was sent there for crowd at the basketball game, be said away. The decorations for the night, cheers and community ser- ruoTBYKRJSTAADKtM the support never used to be like this created from the minds of Rans congratula vice," said Wilson. KENNYATWORK and that he would try to stay in con Triplett, Nicole Anner, executive vice tions, "He always remembered my name, too." tact with the students as long as it doesn't president of SGA and Ashley Cox, co Michael Roseboro went to the basketball cause problems. chair of the Decorating and Design Ashton and game against Charleston Southern on Feb. "I got a lot of friends here, some for Committee, provided a spec tacular Angela OUR ROYAn IS CRO\\Nf. D 6. He has worked at five different places, 15 or 20 years, and you don't just throw change of the Radisson Hotel into a Garvin were but wiJI always consider High Point Uni those things away," said Roseboro. "But spark.ling design of top hats and balloons, declared the winners and crowned this versity home. "Here you're not a small I would like to thank everyone for the sup most of which were brought back by stu year's Prince and Princess. fish in a big pond," said Roseboro. port because it feels good to have people dents as souvenirs. Unknown to many, it takes a large "'You're made to feel like you are special call you and tell you how much you im When it came time for this year's amount of time to prepare for the few and a somebody here.'' Roseboro did his pacted them." S n o w short hours of the dance, and Prince and much help is required by Student plea, continued from page 5 ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Princess to those in charge But each year also hope that the AIDS crisis becomes work tirelessly to fight AIDS. there is still be an all the bard work is worth it embedded m Americans' daily conscious hope. nounced, as the students walk towards ness, for without a sense of urgency, we As you know, there is much to be the crowd the ballroom and see the fi will accomplish nothing. done in the fight. Your presence at our gathered nal outcome. One of the most Nothing of this nature has ever been event will not only draw attention and around the uruque and enJoyable parts of done m High Point or the surrounding area therefore awareness, but willjumpstart an stage in ea this year's night, however, of the Piedmont Triad. The Triad con entire generation's movement and inspire ger an ti ci was the realization that as the sists of one million people living in thousands, and possibly a world, to be pation. The guests had a great time on the Greensboro, High Point and Wmston-Sa come humanitarians. large court STUDENTS GETDOWJII ON Tim DANCE FLOOR dance floor. classic movies lem who think that AIDS is a problem a Thank you for inspiring us. We hope consisted of were being projected on the world away from them. We want to you will join us. We are with you in the IOupperclassmen who posed for pictures ceiling above them, providing just enough change attitudes and create a sense of fight. and smiled as they waited for the big an hope through action, for as long as people Andrea Griffith & Craig Grunwald nouncement. The female court consisted See Snowball, page 10 8 Campus Chronicle NEWS AND FEATURES Friday, February 20, 2004 Dalton, continued from page 8= AIDS crisis forces student to like you're walking into admissions. We want you to worry about homework and tests ... we'll get you through everything reassess daily actions and choices else." But what are the main differences be By Erin Sullirnn extensive knowledge ofAIDS, and not just A potential threat in our society is tween an EDP freshman and the typical Staff Writer how to prevent it, but also how to help out that when you do something 1w,hor idi· 18-year-old freshman? those who are unfortunate enough to con otic, no matter ht1w harmful. another "The traditionaJ students have just I'm one of the most selfish people tract it person will follow had math and a foreign language, so they in the world. l always want to know It is said that the the example. How are much more comfortable entering those what's up next for me, ho\\ I can ben AJDS epidemic is ''Choosing to care ever, in the case of classes." Dalton said. efit from something and ho~ Tcan reach today's Holocaust. AIDS, this is also a Also , EDP students are often less my personal goals. My biggest concerns Dunng World War II, about the AIDS potential benefit. lf confident when it comes to academics and consist of a lack of money to trnvel with many people sat idly crisis means you 're you follow are afraid of their family seeing them fail. for spring brt'ak, bad cafetena food aud by a,; countless people another's bad be "These are people who are proficient collecting enough quarters to do my were extenninated. ln choosing to think ... " havior, then another at a job and have raised children who ex laundry every couple of weeks. I am a the case of AIDS, person could easily pect them to get a 4.0," she said. "Adults typical college student. Like myself, people aren't killing follow your good are afraid to go to school. Young people many of my peers look out for them people, but their ignorance is. While we behavior. When you choose to lead, are afraid to go to work." selves first and foremosi, and often give may not have a cure for AIDS yet, exten others inevitably follow. The fantastic The Evening Degree Program is now little thought to what's going on out sive pubhc knowledge of the epidemic and thing about the selfishness of the typi celebrating 25 years of changing lives. side of the college world. However, T've the harsh problems it's causing would defi cal college student is that it won't al The program offers 14 majors and come to find that this is a dire mistake. nitely be beneficial in this world that we low any of us to be content with fol graduates most students in four years For every live in. lowing. We all want to lead. Everyone through classes that meet three nights a ume I think It's so difficult else can either get in line, or join us in week. Students can attend the High Pornt ofmy lack of to wrap your brain the front. Either way, the world ben or Madison Park campus in Winston-Sa money for a around the quantity efits. lem. The average student is 34 years old, simple trip, a of people that need to We all have choices within this married, raising a family and working vast number be reached that you AIDS crisis. ff you choose not to con full-time. of people are easily lose sight of cern yourself with this matter. then So what does Dalton tell fearful stu infect('d witl1 the fact that knowl that's your choice. However, if you dents? the ACDS vi edge spreads like choose to care about what's going on, ''That I'll be here every step," she rus. For ev wildfire. I once then you may be choosing life over said. ''Focus on the goal. Don't divert ery time l thought that the death for someone who could've been from it. We will be here until their last complain phrase. "One person infected with the virus had you not been class." about the can make a differ there to help . Choosing to care about Dalton is focusing on some new goals Photo from NeH 1 Life Home website cafeteria ence," was so corny. the AIDS crisis means you're choos she has set for herself. She is working on New Life Babies food. an But if you really ing to think, choosing to feel and choos a liberal studies graduate degree and is enormous amount of people are too ill think about it. there isn't anything as true ing to act. Ultimately, you' re choosing proud of her "A" average. She has be to even ha"e an appetite. For every quar as that statement. It's not that you can taJce to be a complete individual, maJcing up come interested in fitness and recently ter I find to do my laundry, countless on a problem head on. Ifs that when you a complete line of defense around the hiked part of the Appalachian Trail. Ev people die from a virus that most of the have knowledge of something, then you world. I choose to be deeper than ig erything she accomplishes can be cred public hardly knows about. This doesn't ~ill ultirnntely spread that knowledge to norance. What do you choose? ited to some degree to her college experi just apply to the college world. People another person, and then to another, and The time to stop being selfish is ence. of all different ages have a duty to gain another and so on. now. "Graduating from college gave me the ability to set goals and attain them,'' Warrior;continued from page 6~ King, continued from page 2~ she said. tice and humanity." It ts our duty to leave leader. But this is only my opinion about liberty and morality to future generations how to keep King's dream alive. You may Breakups, continued from page ~======~ and to be role models of truth and tradi feel differently about it, which is good. It's erything that was attached. You should People make mistakes because they're not tion. a debatable issue. remember that birthday dinner you took perfect and they do deserve second Warrior would have you ask yourself If you want to learn more about Mar your boyfriend to when you came on a chances. a question. What will you do in your life? tin Luther King, Smith Library has a col surprise visit during winter break. You Although these are hard memories to What will live forever? What legacy are lection of books that deal with aspects of should remember the first time you forget and you shou ld learn from them, you leaving behind for future generations his life such as his early years, work as an stayed up so late taJking with your boy holding on to anger or jealousy is no way - one of rationality, morals and thinking, activist and his teachings as well as his friend that both of you passed out in each to go through life. If you bold on to the or one of destruction, relativity and im philosophy. These volumes are located on other's anns. You should remember the negative, you will ruin the next relation morality? the library's first floor. T encourage ev first time he wiped away your tears. ship you find. Why hold on to the past Warrior was no doubt an inspiration eryone to try to find books about King and There is no reason to hold resent when there is something good in your to those who were able to experience his other people associated with Black His ment for someone who loved you be present? And why worry about the fu wisdom and knowledge of life. In the tory Month . It's a very interesting sub cause of everyone that person could have ture when it hasn't come yet? battle for minds, Warrior is a true cham ject and encompasses all the major areas dated, they chose you. Yes, there are Thi s school year I have been Jiving pion. of human life. some people who cheat, lie and nev er one day at a tim e. Although I' 11 work commit, but that doesn't mean that they ahead in classes or plan on going to a never cared. You shouldn't remember party, a relationship is something differ the time you caught your boyfriend with ent. You shouldn't go through a relation another girl. You shouldn't remember ship wondering how or when it's going Joinanteri,a', #1 Studentrour Operator the time when you caught your boyfriend to end. Just live one day, one moment, al CANCUNdrinking when he said he would quit. a time. Cherish every memory you rnaJce. ACOUtCO Reiss, continued from page 6~~~~~~~~~~~~~.1 medication," said Reiss. George was cenilicd as an apprentice JAMAICA Sophomore Kate Wise enjoys the in T'ai Ou, but basJost interest. '1 hope BAHAMASself-defense applications taught in he gets back into it or something lite it class. ..I like showing my guy room. becauseit's goodto know. It builds con- FIORI.DAmate I can kick bis ass ... said Wise. fidencc and is a good health system,'' Although yoga and T'ai Chi do not en said Reiss. courage violence. Reiss frequently Students say thatReiss is very dedi demonstrates how the moves being cated to his style and motivated to teach. SellTrips, Eam Cash, practiced can be used to disable an at· "I love to teach and see what it does for tacker. others and continues to do for me. It's GoFree! ow Hiring Although everyone does not al an element of mystery because there is ways laugh at his jokes, Reiss keeps a no real answer to the change (physi C II or p disco nts smile on his face and talks about how cally). and it's that mystery that makes his 13-year-old son, George, keeps him you feel like a kid: youthful and full of up to date with trends and movies. energy." ! 1-80'0-648-4849I www.ststravel.com --- - Friday, February 20, 2004 A&E Campus Chronicle 9 Butterfly' is intensely complex Come to By Katie Estler in miserable lives that only he escaped altered other things as well, and not re Layout Editor because of his blackouts, having no aUy for the better. "Change one thing; memory of these traumatic events. At change all things." This theme is evi Cabaret Ever seen one of those movies that college Evan finds a way to revisit his dent with each time he tries to fix things. grips you and forces you to think about lost memories, and then he realizes he The story itself is very grabbing, By Brianne Coone it long after the credits have rolled? One cannot only revisit them but change the but it is truly the editing. sometimes re Staff Writer you have considered spending the past. sembling that of a horror movie, that money to see again just so you can un Instead of the traditional time ma make this a freaky movie. The first hour Cabaret opens to the public Feb. 26- derstand it better? "The Butterfly Ef chine travel, Evan can go back in his and 45 minutes you are sitting there try 29. Dr. Alexa Schlimmer, associate pro fect'' was that movie for me. mind. When he revisits himself at age 7, ing to figure out what in hell is going fessor of music, has built this show from The story line of traveling back in he is an 8-year-old with the mind of a 20- on, and in the last five minutes, every the ground up. This theatrical experience time to change things for the better is year-old. At first he returns to save thing comes together. is unlike any other. far from new or exciting. but the some Kayleigh (Amy Smart), his childhood Kutcher's acting was impressive in The show, titled ·'Be Our Guest,'' is what subdued trailers did not adequately love. When he comes back to present tlus suspense, but that isn't raising the "a potpourri of songs," said Schlimmer, portray the intensity and suspense in this times. he finds while he was successful bar too high. "Dude, Where's my car'' director of the performance Some of the drama. in the one thing he wanted to change. he is the comparison. Logan Lerman, who members of the Petal Points, a female a Since the age of 7, played 8-year-old Evan, cappella group (similar to the male group, Evan (Aston Kutcher) was incredible, realisti the Toccataton es), will be making their has suffered from cally portraying a 20- debut at this performance . Wade Hughes, blackouts. like his fa year-old 's mind in a said, "This is New York style cabaret." ther, a permanent resi child's body. About 20 soloists from musical and the dent of an insane asy "The BullerOy Ef atrical backgrounds will perform songs by lum. A disturbing child fect"' is that intense Sarah McLacblan, Billy Joel, Elton John hood has left lus friends movie that always keeps and Josh Graban. There will also be jazzy you wondering. tunes from the musicals "Chicago" and "Hairspray." Schlimmer said. ''Cabaret is an inti mate art," and this production wilJ hold true to that statement Some of the ac tors, dressed in elegant go,vns, wtll sing while weaving m and out among the au dience. Tht spectators will he seated at white-cloth covered tables set off by black velvet curt.iins. while they snack on fin ger foods and sip spark.ling grape juice. Schlimmer has worked in conjunc tion with director of fine arts, Wade Hughes, accompanist, Marcia Dills and more than 20 students to make this pro duction possible. The perfom,cr~ began rehearsals m Aug., so the show \hould be fi.ne-runed. The show tinws .ire 7:30 pm. Feb 26-28 and 2 p m. on Feb 29. Tickets cost $5 for students, $7 for faculty. staff and senior citizens, $10 for general admission. and are on sale now at the Hayworth Cen ter Ticket Office. Seatmg is limited due to the special arrangement around tables. Schlimmer said, "There are incredible surprises," so get to the ticket office early to secure your seats before they are sold out. '50 First Dates': a quintessential Sandler flick By Drew Mcintyre (also his co-star in ''The Wedding his time surfing (and consequently avoid Sandler can pull off mo\ ies on that seri Opimon Editor Smger"). They make an instant connec ing shark bites) and wrangling his many ous a plateau. as evidenced by "Punch t10n, thanks to Henry's creative method small children. Lucy's grouchy father is Drunk Love .. a couple years ago; the prob I'm not a professional movie critic. of breaking the ice, but the next day Lucy played by Blake Clark. whom you·u re lem 1sthat this mo\'lt. is not meant to taken so luckily I can get away wtth Wang Adam doesn't remember a thing. She has no member as the hard-to-understand Farmer seriously on any level ft should be light Sandler. Despite one or two films that I short-term memory. and wakes up each Fran from "The Waterboy." Sean Astin, hearted. with a good ffilxture of sarcastic, was not a big fan of, l am proud to count day not havmg any idea what happened still riding a wa,e of success based on his juvenile, and occa,;ionally violent humor. myself among Sandler's fans. "50 First the day before. One would think that this ··Lord of the Rings" role "50 First Dates•· is all this, Dates"' is an excellent addition to his body would be a hindrance to any as Frodo's steadfast but burdened by a lead ac- of work. While not a perfect flick, it cer relationship ... but not so with this mo,ie. friend Samwise Gamgee. tress who is stuck playing tainly i,; worth your time and money. and As the tagline on the movie posters reads. is Lucy's brother Doug, a somewhat tragic role. beats the average sappy. feel-good love he decides to win her over. "e\ ery fnggin' who wears a lot of mesh, All m all. though, this fest that your girlfriend usually wants to day" does steroids and tries to ts a very enjoyable. highly take you to. Along flex for the better part of entertaining and extremely A fantastic cast is a ma for the ride the movie . All of these funny film. Despite a few jor reason ··soFirst Dates" with Henry combme to make a great minor flaws. I recommend is an enJoyable experience. and Lucy is second string that com 11completely. especially if It stars the already men a great en plements the chemistry you like Sandler's usual tioned Adam Sandler as semble . bet ween Sandler and stuff. I've personally been Henry Roth, a vetennarian R o b Barrymore well. 50 a fan since he was on SNL. working in Hawaii who Schneider. a All of that notwith and I still enjoy and respect spends most of his time hav mainstay of standing, there are some him becauf.c, like fellow ing one-night :,,tands with Sandler down sides to this movie. SNL alum Mike Myers. he women who. conveniently, films. plays This is largely due to the fact that the plot hasn't tried to go outside his niche and are onl) in town for vacation. Ula, a can get a bit heavy at points. So as not to get serious. Jim Carrey would do well to His lifestyle changes drasti strange, not- give too much away, rll JUSt say that it follow their lead. On the other hand, you cally when he meets Lucy too-intelJi becomes quite melancholy at certain would do weU to follow my lead and see Whitmore. played by Drew Barrymore gent friend of Roth's that spends most of times, having to do with Lucy's illness. '"50 First Dates." 10 Campus Chronicle A&E Friday, February 20, 2004 Family insanity fuels 'Arsenic and Old Lace' By Amanda Roberts brother, Mortimer, to his will. Dr. Director Wade Hughes said, "The developing the show." Staff Writer Einstein, also, is under the control of play was received well, but was not as "Overall, the play was a success. We Jonathan. crisp as it set out to be; it provided a nice, had wonderful crowds who loved our per Have you ever thought your family was Mike Maykish, as their nephew entertaining even ing. It was a showcase formances and the overall effort of the cast a little bit ''off'? You know, maybe a bit Mortimer, is surrounded by this insane for a lot of freshmen, a growing process and crew was admirable," cast member insane? family, while he proposes marriage to and a snapshot of things to come. There Christina Holleran stated. The High Point theatre department pre Elaine Harper , played by Pamela Grier, are a lot of future stars. Savada Gilmore and Meg Kennelly sented the comedy "Arsenic and Old Lace" and attempts to keep her unaware of "I had a good time [with this show]. received nominations for the Irene Ryan Feb. 4-8. the insanity of his family, while also It was a really intense rehearsal process, Award for the national acting competition. The play, set in the early I 940s, deals doing his job as a theatre reviewer who corning back after the Christmas break They're going to the regional competition, with the Brewster famil y and their tendency hates every play he sees. Joe Zito, ap and doing most of the rehearsing then . and if they win, they will compete at the to kiU people. The two aunts, Martha and pearing as Elaine's father Rev. Harper, The cast did a nice job of pulling them Kennedy Center with the best actors in Abby, were delightfully represented by opens the show with a pennanent smile selves together, and I'm proud of the work the nation. freshmen Emily Dickens and Meg Kennelly. that evokes laughter from the audience. These two elderly ladies poison elderberry Aside from this central cast of the wine for elderly gentlemen who are alone in Brewster family, the portrayal of Of COOL.DEALS the world, performing this as a charity act. ficers Brophy, Klein and O'Hara Martha is a very excitable character and eas (Adam Troy, David Hilfstein, and It'sMarch Madness At ily cowed, whereas Abby is stubborn and Adreanna Orlong) adds to the comic unwilling to bend. relief, arriving at key moments in the WinterplaceSki Resort! John Mattingly, as Teddy Brewster, play. The character of O'Hara is well Raceforgreat pnZ£S dunng l'>e onth ofMarch! nephew to Martha and Abby, is hilarious with played, showing a real connection by bis actions, shouting, "Charge!" as he goes Orlong. Her character arrives to find Ellioyfantastic skimg &riding PlUS spedal discoont rates. up the stairs and blowing the bugle at inter Mortimer tied up for torture and tells ------vals during the play. His character believes him her plotline for a play, which lasts SPECIAL RACE WEEKENDS himself to be Teddy Roosevelt and will go for hours, allowing for the arrival of •March6 & 7-HarrisTeeter Race Weekend "down to Panama" to dig a lock, a grave in the other two officers, Lt. Rooney (Lo H ad-to+teadRaong all weekend long. the basement which will be used by the aunts gan Brinsfield) and Witherspoon to bury the men they kill. (Christina Holleran), who is in charge •March13 & 14·BeadlPa,:ty Race Weekend Joel Hodge, Jr., plays Jonathan of a mental institution. Raceagainst the clockall weekendlong Brewster, also a nephew, who travels with The entire play occurs in the •March20 & 21~CrazyDaze Dr. Einstein (Savada Gilmore), bis personal Brewster house. The set was amazingly Fmale RaceWeekend. facial reconstructionist. 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The cro\\ d of approximately 600 people had a great time :md seemed full of hveh ness fr,m1the first song to the last From the u,;;ual faHmtes like "TWt!'il ind Shout" to the more popular songs ot to day. the ~tudent1,(and c;omet,mes fac ' ulty) looked as 1fthev never planned on lea, mg the dan-.e noor unul the light c-.imcun at one a.m • <,1gn..1ltngthat e\ eryone had to go home All m all the <;tudents thoroughly en1oyed the time spent ,it Snow Ball this year and many look forward to next fall's 80 annual Homecomin . Friday, February 20, 2004 Organization/ Sports Campus Chronicle JI Lambda Chi Alpha IPZ The Brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha We'll be busy this spring semester KD's Run to Prevent Child Abuse hope that everyone is having a good se with our 50th Anniversary festivities ta1c mester and are a having fun time while ing place at the end of March. Also, come somehow managing to adhere to the aca check out some of our crazy theme par demic and integrity codes put forth by ties we have in store for the rest of the Thi s not including a T-shirt; both are tax de High Point University. We'd like to give semester. And to the lovely ladies of the March 20 ductible. an Iota Phi shout out to our new Associ sororities: If you're lucky enough, maybe marks the The Hallelujah House is a 24-hour ate Members (pledges to the laymen) we'll finally contact you to plan a mixer. 21st annual crisis nursery for abused children that are Daniel Anacker, Brent Godnick , Jeremiah Our intra.murals are looking forward to Shamrock unwanted by their parents, victims of al P. Hood, Man Cahoon. Roger Zalinger the upcoming basketball season when Event spon cohol or drug abuse, victims of emotion sored by ally unstable parents and members of dys and Richard English. These excellent superstars Hunter "Goof ball" Grey and ll f'l ' .il Uel lu S •Hllr l n guys will be much needed in lieu of the Madison " Cheese" Smith will showcase Kappa functional families. Many children have departure of some of the finest and most their B team skills while leading our mar " Delta So found loving and secure environments at dedicated Brothers of Lambda Chi this ginal A team. And in closing, we'll also rority of High Point University. The the Hallelujah House. chapter has ever seen: Conor Riley, Denny be doing our annual Rock-A-Thon to raise Kappa Deltas here at HPU have taken a The sisters of Kappa Delta Sorority Hood . and Scotty Davis. You will be most money for cancer; more details to come. stand with the national sorority to help ask for your aid in making this the most definitely and sincerely missed! prevent child abuse both locally and na successful Shamrock Event. If you are tionally! Every February and March, interested in participating in Kappa Kappa Deltas across the nation hold an Delta's SK Fun Run, please contact nual Shamrock Events to raise money to Sabrina Ugolik at 888-6336 or HPU Box support local philanthropies and Prevent 2765 by March I 8. Late registration is on We hope that everyone will clear their Child Abuse America nationally. March 20 at l O a.m. If you would like to Kappa Delta calendars for Wednesday, March 17, also This year we will be holding our 8th make a donation to support our efforts, known as St. Patrick's Day, for our 1st IT Annual SK Fun Run on Saturday, March please make checks payable to Kappa annual St. Patty 's Day Bash at Triangle The sisters of Kappa Delta would like 20 at 10:30 a.m. The race will begin at Delta Sorority. Your interest in our phi Billiards. For those of you who came out to thank Panhellenic and congratulate all High Point University's Millis Gym on lanthropy is greatly appreciated. Remem for our Christmas Pary. hopefully this will four sororities on a great Spring Recruit College Drive. All proceeds from the race ber, "It should not hurt to be a child!" be a repeat of the good times had in De ment! Congratulations to our 13 new benefit Prevent Child Abuse America (20 members: Zana Vance, Anne Lawrence cember! All money made from this event percent) and the local High Point Halle will go toward our donation to Prevent Gess, Jennifer Sherman, Karen Grim, lujah House (80 percent), a shelter for Child Abuse America. For more infor Nichole Houghtling, Laura Wyant, Susan abused children. Registration fees for the mation, see a KD. Lewis, Jennifer King, Erin Smith, Lorryn event are $10, including a T-shirt, and $5, Stillson, Wendy Williams, Suzie King and The sisters really want to stress the importance of coming out to our Sham Lauren Eck!! You girls are fantastic and Thank you for your support. we're so excited you chose KD! We're rock SK Fun Run on March 20. It's a lot of fun and 80 percent of the proceeds goes really looking forward to celebrating our Phi Mu annual Crush Party on Feb. 27 with you to the High Point Hallelujah House and girls!! the remaining 20 percent goes to Prevent rz Another big congratulations goes our Child Abuse America. Please help us fight to the KD Indoor Soccer Team which took against Child Abuse! So bring your snea1c Glad to see everyone is alive who We are hosting our Children's Mircle net work Change Drive. So if you see any home the Intramural 1st Place Win!! Great ers, roller blades , skateboards or bikes and when out of town this weekend, guess 1t job, girls!! You all played so weU ! come on out!! takes more than a few snowflakes to kill of ow· change containers around campus off these students. and town have some love and throw your The Sisters of Phi Mu sorority change in there. Come on. that 47 cents Gamma Zeta Chapter are excited to an was JUSt going to be lost in your couch nounce our news phis; freshmen Heather cushions anyway. Fifelski, Katie Koeslin, Julia Bushand Next weekend will be our Crush Katie Roberts , Faith Dobb s; sophomor es Party dance. Dates are invited with out Patty Rothwell and Lindsey Bianco: and knowing who their date is , nor do the girls junior Trish Mitchell. We hope everyone know who they are taking. So boys if our had as great a recruitment class as we did. social director calls you up and invites you We are soon starting our Carnation to come, yes it does feel a bit stalker-ish Sister week which means lots of fun but trust me it is all in good fun and no activies and massive amounts of spoiling matter whose crush you are you can't lose for our newest sisters. A week we always because you' 11have a Phi Mu lady as you look forward. date. Women's team fighting for conference lead Just to let all of our By Bethany Davoll the season, but didn't have an answer for Charleston Southern 72-57. Shorty editors, writers and Sta.ff Writer Feenstra and couldn"t quite get enough Martin, Chan Ingram, and Kate Je1mer shots to fall down. Shorty Martin led the led the way with 20. 10 and 10 points OII?anizational Despite a few struggles early in the Panthers with 13 points, six rebounds. and respectively in thi: game over Radford, leaders knoiv all season. High Point's women's basket five assists. Katie O'Dell contributed 10 with Martin also adding 7 boards and ball team is currently tied for second in points and six boards as well. Coach five assists. In HPU's regionally tele copy and a rt is due the Big South Conference, behind Tooey Loy felt positive after the game, vised game against Coastal Carolina reigning champ Liberty, whom the Pan saying, "We've been playing well in our Katie O'Dell had 19 points. Martin 16, thers nearly beat on the road February last four games, the defense bas been play Ingram 10 and freshman Katie Ralls 7,1o. ing good and the offense has been getting added rune points and four assists. Ralls High Point was the last team to better, we're taking better shots and giv also had 13 points and seven assists in March 19 beat the Flames at home, in February ing up Jess turnovers. Every player 1s get the game against Charleston Southern. of '.!00I, and nearly beat them again on ting better. and we are getting better as a earning Big South Freshman of the their home court. before losing by a fi team." The rematch against Liberty comes Week honors for the week of January at noon nal score of 63-50. HPU had a half time February w•hin the MAAC, with Coach 25lh. lead of four. and led by as many as Loy hoping his team will '"play them With Liberty in first place in the Big seven in the second half at the 15:56 tough the same way. we just need better South at 7-0 as of February I t•h,the Pan Sub111ityour mark. Liberty would outscore the Pan shooting, and on our home court we hope thers need to improve upon therr 4-3 ivork to thers 31-13 the rest of the wa) how that we will be able to shoot better." conference record to move out of a sec ever, led hy 6'6" center Katie Feenstra Before the Liberty game, High Point ond place tie wllh UNC-Ashev1lle and [email protected] (22.3 ppg, 11 4 rpg l who hnJ 32 points had been coming oft a three game ·win Charleston Southern, and take sole pos and 17 re hounds on the night High ning steak, with victories over Radford ~cssion of second place heading into the Pomt played one of their best games of 60-55, Coastal Carolina 67-59, and last half of conference play 12 Campus Chronicle SPORTS Friday, February 20, 2004 Panthers enjoy heart-stopping television victory By Taylor Humphreys the loudest it had ever been. The game caught the ball, turned in mid-air and took close as 22-14, but that was the clo sest Staff Writer was neck and neck to the very end against a three-point shot that hit nothing but the they would get. The Chanticleers held the 0-9 Charleston Southern Bucs. There bottom of the net. The faithful student High Point to a 37.5 shooting percentage, A three-point play by freshman guard were 20 lead changes and 13 ties. The sectio n rushed the court and knew we had and High Point made only three of its 11 Landon Quick led the Panthers to a 63- Bucs' Kurtis Rice tied the game in over- won a furi- three 62 upset of ous I y - point first-place fought bas - Birming game. It k et s . ham-South was a Danny em Feb. 17 memorable ~ and righted day for com- a team that B r e n t ing off had been Halsch, B i g sl ippin g. who played South The Pan in his IQOlh Player th ers had game in a of the started off Panther's Week the season jersey. With hon - sitting atop only nine o r s , the Big collegiate w a s South Con basketball held to ference g a m e s only PHOTO BY KRISTA ADKINS with a 7-1 played on FOWARD GATHINGS STEPSON THE BASELINE FIGHTING FOR POSSFS, s i x PHOTO RY KRISTA ADKJNS record but Friday points. STUDENTS STORM THE COURT AFfER THE BUZZER BEATER now pos- night, High Point opened up ESPN's Then on Wednesday, High Point trav sess a 8-6 league mark (15-10 overall) time 78-78 with 1.5 seconds left . Lundy Sportscenter highlights on their national eled to Rock HilJ, S.C, to visit Big South after losing the last four of six games. then drew up the Sportscenter-attracting telecast. foe Winthrop. The Eagles looked to On Jan. 31, Liberty came into the play for Danny Gathings. Zione Whit e Just three days after an overtime win, avenge the 17-point beating back in Janu Millis Athletic Convocation Cen High Point had vis ary, and that is what they did. The Eagles ter looking for a win and got a iting Coastal Caro had 42 points off the bench and shot 59 hard-fought victory even with the lina to contend percent in the second half to top the Pan Lundy Lunatics in full effect. with. Zione White thers 78-67. With the loss, High Point They handed High Point their led the Panthers fell to 7-5 in conference play . Gathings first home loss with a score of 67- with 16 points, and had his 11thdouble-double of the season 56. High Point committed a sea Patrick Hillman with 14 points and 12 rebounds while the son-high 28 turnovers with 19 of had a career-best now healthy Jerry Echenique scored 15 them in the first half, and the 14 points and nine off the bench. With 7: 18 left in the 2•d Rames went into the locker room rebounds while half, Gathings tied the game 57-57, but with a lead of 31-23. The Pan filling in for the in then the Eagles went on to score six points thers went ahead for the last time jured center Jerry in only 35 seconds. Chris Meeks, HPU 's with a bucket from Danny Echenique who fourth leading scorer, didn't make the Gathings to put High Point up 43- was out with an game after sufferin g a mouth injury in 42. The Rames then went on to ankle injury. Monday's game. win by 11 points. Coastal pounced Approaching the conference tourna The following weekend on on the Panthers ment, the Panthers need to retain the Feb. 6, pandemonium hit the PHOTO BY KRISTA ADKINS from the very be- magic provided by Quick and Gathings Millis Center as the students and Quick experiences mld,Dlght c:ollislooundn board ginning, opening and concentrate on taking better care of Panther Club came out in droves up a 20-5 lead 10 the ball. If those things happen , this cam to "Pack the MACC." With a record at heaved an over-the-shoulder pass three minutes into the competition. The Pan pus has a serious contender for the cham tendance of 2,436, the Millis Center was fourths down-court. Gathings leaped , thers then went on a 9-2 run and got as pionship. Players continue to leave early for professional sports When I graduated from high school, emy, successfully fought the system and Terrapins to enter the NBA draft. How Most of these kids come from poor I was prepared enough to handle leaving allowed himself to enter the NFL draft. ever. only over the past six or seven years backgrounds and low-income families. home and facing life on my own in col Why is Claretta public enemy? Lis has it become expected for high school They need. more than anyone else, guid lege. l knew I was still going to need ten to the sports media for 10 minutes seniors to enter the elite draft. I have ance on how to handle the responsibili my parents' support for the during any day of the only seen one person come out ready to ties of managing huge sums of cash and four years until my gradua week, and you will hear play in the NBA directly out of high life outside of high school. Part of a col tion. After my freshman year not just writers and tele school, LeBron James. Everyone besides lege coach's responsibility is to teach of college. I still was not pre vision reporters bashing him could have used a year or two in col these things. I know recently some pared for the long journey the court ruling and readi lege to develop their skills without learn coaches have failed at this in Colorado. into real adulthood and to ness of any kid that young ing the responsibilities of living an adult Washington and Alabama, but for the start living on my own. That playing in the NFL hfe. most part, these coaches are teachers on really continued into the be against giant men. Listen The NBA is still trying to stop high and off the field, That is not on the pro ginning of my junior year of to the players talk about school seniors from entering the draft and fessional coach's checklist. Their re college. Around that time, I how they are going to is adamantly against the court ruling al sponsibility is not to baby-sit, but to de began to understand the value teach youngster a few lowing football players from entering the velop a winning strategy. of money and how to handle violent lessons about the NFL whenever they please. Neither of Just one final thought for those who my life a little better. Now NFL. It is one thing to these two leagues has a developmental might disagree with me: [ do not agree that I'm a senior, I feel pre put up quality numbers program similar to Major League Base with kids leaving high school for the pared for life outside of cam- against slower, smaller ball or the NHL. If these players do not NBA or leaving before three year~ of pus . college students, but wait until you try to make it at the top level. which is hard for college in football. You can play base Now, l do not understand in the least do the same against the best athletes on any grown man. let alone an 18. 19 or 20- ball. basketball , soccer and maybe even bit. ho\\ anyone can leave college after the planet after a year away from the year-old, they are gone. These lads may hockey when you are a very young man. their freshman or sophomore year, espe game. get a massive amount of cash, but they but you endanger 3 18. 19, or 20 year c1ally with million,; of dollars thrown mto I have been watching 18-year-old have no idea how to handle that money old's safety 1f you put them on a field their pockets. The NFL nghtly prohib kids coming out of high school for the and will most likely hlow 1tbefore 1tdoes with 11 monsters trymg to beat the pulp ited young adults less than three years NBA for a decade nov.. I know it has them :my good. I know that age 18. 1 out of them. removed from college from entering the been happenmg since Moses Malone wuuld have thought a nullion dollars That is what the appeals court needs draft, until Maurice Cl:irett, the one-time challenged the system lumself and turned would last a lifetime and spent all of it on to look at when viewing the Maurice freshman phenom an HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY Camgus Chronicle RIOAY, March 26 . 2004 HIGH POINT, N.C. Student car stolen, recovered By Ali Akhyari on it as well as a social security number, operation from HPU Security, had re Martinson named Staff Writer date of birth and a PIN number. They de trieved the stolen vehicle, knew who two - cided to talce the check card to High Point of the thieves were, had a bead on the sto HPU chancellor It was 4:39 a.m. on Feb. 25 when a Bank and try the PIN number and steal len merchandise and were discovering couple of young men were at a local High some money as well. Fortunately for the who the other two thieves were. After The board of trustees named Dr. Point Bank and Trust trying to withdraw card owner, the PIN number did not match some investigation and interrogation, they Jacob C. Martinson chancellor at a board some money at the ATM. About 40 min the card. Afterwards, they drove the car learned that the group of thieves consisted meeting on March 17. Martinson, who utes earlier, the two of them along with around and gave it away that day when of you ng men from the Daniel Brooks has served as university president for 19 two others they realized that the police would be area and included Derrick Manning, Rico years, will continue his presidential du had been looking for the vehicle. Hunt, Cedric Baker and Stacy Small. As ties until bis successor has been named. shopping That same day, the HPU security of of March 11, all but Hunt had been ar Eventually, as chancellor, Martinson will at High fice answered call after call from students rested. Those in custody confessed to the be relieved of day-to-day responsibili Point Uni reporting their cars had been broken into crimes after being pinned against the wall ties but will continue as an overall leader. versity de or stolen. The security officers took re with evidence. They are being charged Under Martinson's tenure as presi spite the ports and got information from the vic with motor vehicle theft, six counts of dent, High Point has grown from being fact that tims along with the High Point Police breaking and entering of a motor vehicle, a college with l ,200 students and 31 ma both the Department and shared that information three counts of misdemeanor larceny, one · ors in 1985 to becoming a university C-Store with each other. Det. Terry Green and count of felony larceny, one count of with nearly 3,000 students offering 50 and The Det. Ron Meinecke worked the case. felony financial transaction card theft and undergraduate majors and 11 master's Point were After getting all the information, Det. one count of misdemeanor financial trans degree programs. CEDRIC IIAK£lt C l O S e d . Green went to work. He was able to trace action This.how the stolen check card to the bank the card fraud. Coaches recognize ever, did not matter to them as they did thieves attempted to use it at and retrieve S O women runners for not plan on buying anything. Instead they pictures of two of the criminals. The in w h a t planned on stealing what they could from formation on the stolen vehicle had been m a d e outsta nding GPAs as many student cars as possible. That shared with the police department, and H i g h night they left the university with a car officers stopped it at 12:16 a.m. the fol Point Uni For the second consecutive year, the stereo amp, a digital camera, a wallet with lowing night. However, the car was not versity a women's cross country team has been a check card, CD's and other items. At inhabited by the thieves but by the indi target for named an Academic All-American least six vehicles were broken into, and vidual they gave 1tto and three of his com t h e Cross Country Team with Distinction by one was stolen. panions. They included Raydonta Will thieves? the Women ·s Intercollegiate Cross iams, Javon McCall, Cordarius Wall and Fortu - The stolen vehicle was driven around Country Coaches Association. town by the group after making a stop by Kelvin Middlebrooks. The four of them n a t e l y ' DERRICK MANNlNG The team's cumulative grade point the bank. They had stolen a wallet from were charged with felony possession of a Det. Green was able to get that infonna- average of 3.43 ranks in the Top 40 na one vehicle which included a check card stolen motor vehicle. tionally, is the highest GPA among Di See Criminals, page 6 but also a piece of paper that had a name Within 24 hours the police, with co- vision I schoo ls in the state and is the fifth-highest nationally among NCAA Division I schools that don't play foot Program encourages Student recalls ball. "Our team takes academics very Serbian war seriously, and actually has higher GPA athletes ' activity off the field goals than this for years to come. They By Me lissa Caudi ll try have similar programs in their athletic By Selda Tah ri ovic want to lead the country in this cat Staff Writer department. Perry got the idea from the Special to the Chronicle egory," Coach Al Barnes said. University of New Hampshire. She took Team membe rs include: Stephanie Panther athletes are no longer j ust what she learned from its program and At LaGuardiaAirport, my family of Cabarcas, Mel issa Caudill, Jerniss competing on the fields with one another; adapted it to fit the needs and capabilities four anxious ly waited to pass through Hess, Cricket Indra, Erin Kelly, they are vying for superiority in the class of HPU. The program can be used in any customs on our way to a safer and hap Catherine Lewis, Shawna Truelove, room, university and community. size school, from Div ision ill to Division pier future. I thought about all the fam Jamie Vetten and Tracy Warring. This year Melissa Pe rry, senior I. It is used to bring athletes' competitive ily and close friends I had left behind in woman's coordinator for athle tics, has nature to other aspects of college life. Yugoslavia. Th e war tore families apart Lundy and Gathings impleme nted a program called the Com Perry is the scorekeeper. Po ints can and turned a once bea utiful country into peti tion Cup. The competition is among be earned on an individual basis or in con a flat land full of corpses, sadness and are honored by the nine sports programs here and divided junction with team members. If 75 per misery ... collegeinsider.com into men's and women's teams. The stu cent of the team, or 10 peop le, provide When I was 11, the war in my coun dent-athletes compete in these areas comm unity service, then 100 points are try slowly started changing people. The Bart Lundy, men's basketball being an active role model and leader; added to the team total. If it is an indi controversies over religion, freedo m and coach, has been named the 2004 Na acting as a team; encouraging fellow ath vidual effort, then two poin ts are added. land got worse each day. Frie nds started tional Rookie Coach of the Year by letes and overall academic achieveme nt. The policy encourages team partici patio n. parting ways, husbands and wives sepa collegeinsider.com. This season, Lundy Perry said, ''The goal of this program When athletes attend a sporting event of rated, and after a while, murders occurred helped the Panthe rs improve by 12 vic is to encourage the athletes to have pride. another team, they add one po int to the more than ever. Pres idents and religious tories from last season, which was the Pride in their team and in university ath team total for every teammate present leade rs did not tolerate disputes. nation's biggest turnaround. letics. A student-athlete is a well-rounded provided they sign in at the sports mar- Even though my parents did a pretty Junior forward Danny Gathings was person who does all sorts of things." See War, page 7 voted Most Valuable Player. Gathings See Competition, page 6 Man universities around the .-== coun-'------was also recently named to the 2004 Page3 Page 5 Page 7 Associated Press Honorable Mention Page 12 All-America team, and the Big South honored the Winston-Salem native by Another Critiquing Student naming him the 2004 Player of the Year Basketball and Tournament MVP. take on John Kerry's describes season Under the leadership of Lundy and . . Gathings, the team finished second in gay credentials surv1vmg wraps the Big South and set a school record for season wins and road victories. mamage civil war 2 Campus Chronicle EDITORIAL Friday, Marc h 26, 2004 Staff Editorial====~ Censorship difficult, Americans need to take dangerous to regulate blame for eating habits By Josh Farringt on Rush Limbaugh is obscene in many of his Staff Writer publicly expressed opinions. The Hou:-.e of Representatives re- The causes and effects of obesity have One could argue that these political cently passed a bilJ that bans class ac- le THE CAMPUS CHRONICLE STAFF Editor in Chief: Patricia Mitchell I Learning from language Layout Edjtor: Katie Estler .,. Copy Editor: Andrea Griffith / ./ Opinion Editor: Dre w Mcintyr e , difficulties in Nicaragua / Greek/Organization Editor: Lindsey Silva Pur se your lips like you are about to All the Nicaraguans have the same Sports Editor: Kenn y Graff kiss someone. Now turn your face to the tone of voice when they are annoyed. Photographer: Kri sta Adkins " object you are talking about and push for The y super exaggerate the second syl ward with your lips. You have just offi lable of their words. And most often they Printer: WW Printing & Graphics cially pointed to an object like a Nicara will say "chavalo" which means "boy." Adviser: Michael Gaspeny guan. There is so much more to language Another cultural way of speaki ng here than m ere without using words is whistling. Every Staff members: Ali Akbyari , Angel Ashton, Jacqueline Che ek, Melis sa words. Hand one here whistles. They even have dif Ca~dill, Brianne Coonb, Samuel Demis s. Josh Farrington , Sarah Gray , Pagiela mov eme nt s, ferent whistles for different emotions. Morltez Holley , Taylor Humphreys , Trevor McDonald, Kathleen McLean ', tone of voice, Ytksa (pronounced Jinksa ) and her hus Jonathan Miller; Bill Piser,Amanda Rob~ s. Derek Shealey, Clifford Smith, and her e in band Oscar both work at the school. She Gena Smith, Joel Stubblefield, Erin Sullivan, Blake William s and Brandon Nicaragua , lip has informed me that Oscar has a spe Wright. movement im cific whistle which is how Ytksa knows prove the like when he is ready to go. lfhe is anno yed. Phone number for Chronicle office: (336) 84 1-4552 lihood of un- he has another type of whistle which Email address: [email protected] -Gena Smith- cterstanding means, "Let 's go right now!" All the The opinions expressed in this newspaper do not necessarily reflec t the people. whistles sound the same to me, so when perspective of High Point University students, administrators, staff or trustees. Staff Writer Angela is I hear a whistle, I turn and look. I just Signed columns, letter s and cartoons solely represent the outlook of their 15 and takes care of a 5-year-old who never know authors and creators. Unsigned editorials, appearing on opinion pages, express goes to the schoo l I work at. During re The sound "ch" is also used for the majority view of the staff. cess, she will come over and talk to me . communication. Most often it is used The first time we met, she sat down next instead of "sh" as in "be quiet," in the Letters policy ... to me, introduced herself and then rested school that is. But once you walk down The Campu s Chronicle urges reader s to submit lette rs to the editor. her right arm on my leg. She always looks the street, it is used to get a girl's atten The salutation should read: To the Editor . Letters should be typed and at my jewelry, and when I say ''looks," I tion . "Ch Ch Ch" is equivalent to the should not exceed 300 words. They must be signed and include the author's mean that she touches it and questions whistling sound in the States (I hop e you phone and address for purpose s of verification. No letter will be published where I got my earrings and if I have understand what I am talking abou t), without confirmation of the author's identity. Plea se do not send anonymous more. She wilJ wipe my skirt off ifl have which is also used here. The interesting letters or form letters . crumbs on it (yes, I wear a skirt every thing is that there are some thing s we just day to work) or she will touch my hair cannot put in words. There ts no way I The staff reserve s the right to edit letters for length, clarity and grammar, in when asking if l did it myself. She speaks can type how the whistle sou nds, but it addition to the right to reJect a letter based on the judgement of the editors and qui ckly in Spanish, so I don 't always is JUSt as much a form of communica adviser. understand what she ts saymg. But there tion as is any word. is no doubt that we are friends, and there Even though I can't translate every Mail your letter to: The Editor, Campus Chronicle, Box 3111, High Point is no doubt that tomorrow she will come word that is being said here, it is inter- University. High Point, NC 27262. Email your letter to [email protected]. up to me again and speak to me with her See Language Barrier, page 5 words and her actions. Friday, March 26, 2004 OPINION Campus Chronicl.e 3 New PETA ads use, abuse religious images 'People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals' cashes in on religious fervor with its latest inflammatory campaign~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Those of us here at the Campus solutely hilarious or utterly offensive. mate concern. I have read things about is clear. Chronicle don't make a habit of beating You should then proceed to your destina this process that make me question how At its core, I believe this ad campaign d e a d tion and promptly tell everyone you see humane it is. I love meat, though; I'm a to be cashing in on the religious fervor horses. about idiotic/offensive/insane billboard. carnivore at heart, so this isn't going to and controversy surrounding the release Sometimes, This is only one of several religion be my cause. So to everyone out there I and immense popularity of "The Passion however, themed PETA ads you could have seen. say go for it- learn the facts and make up of the Christ." That doesn't make it right, the horse Three of them say "JESUS WAS A VEG your own mind. This is the issue that is though. As a Christian, I don't want PETA just plain ETARIAN" along with various represen PETA's main motivation for promoting or any other money-hungry special inter asks for it. tations of Christ, one of which basically vegetarianism. We're a country of free est group using my faith as the basis of a This time, looks like a child's scribbling. My per speech, and you can theoretically say tagline. Yes, we have free speech, but and rather sonal favorite depicts a black, Afro-wear whatever you want to. Once again, how what about good taste? I'd love to see ironically, ing Jesus with the same slogan followed ever, PETA has gone too far. some prominent church figures take is Drew the People by "Peas be with all who follow him." All I can figure out is that PETA- or sue with PETA, but it seems like the only -Mcintyre_ for the Ethi An example of one of the more disturb at least, its advertising department - is run Christians we (I use 'we' loosely here) can Opinion Editor cal Treat ing ads is the one that says ''Lamb of God" by extremists. Further evidence of this is get on TV are Jerry Falwell and Pat ment of followed by "Choose life! - Go vegetar their previous "Holocaust on your plate" Robertson. They've given Christians Animals ian." This is acceptable, I suppose, ex campaign, which put images of captive enough trouble, I think. deserves another round of abuse. One of cept it also has a rather grizzly image of a livestock beside images of Holocaust vic This should concern everyone, our columnists discussed their "Feeding sheep hanging from one leg in front of a tims. This religious campaign is only though, not just Christians. If the reader kids meat is child abuse!" program last wall with blood spattered over it. That slightly less offensive. For starters, many thinks I'm overreacting to or misinterpret semester, but now PETA has gotten not unsettling image is juxtaposed with a pic of the images of God and Jesus on these ing PETA's messages, check them out only more preposterous, but offensive. ture of a serene baby lamb. Oh, and don't billboards appear to be lampoons. Then yourself. PETA.org shows all of these Enter PETA's latest ad campaign. forget the anti-milk ad that shows Mary we have some theological and dietary is billboards. While you're at it, take a look Let's say you're driving along 1-40 one breast feeding an infant Jesus. What sues to consider. Are we really to believe at MassK.il.ling.com and see how they've day and you spot a billboard that says "I should one make of all this? that God and Christ are against eating trivialized the Holocaust. If I'm wrong, said 'Thou shalt not kill."' The obvious First, PETA is an organization with meat? I don't want to preach at you from call me on it. I will say, however, I think reference to the Ten Commandments is very positive aims. Animals should be the Bible, but let's just say that animals the fact that any organization could use then flanked by an old white man in a treated with care and respect, and there are all over it: being eaten, turned into religion so flippantly to send a message beard (apparently, that's what everyone should be watchdogs to blow a whistle clothing and sacrificed left and right. The and/or raise money says something tragic thinks God looks like) holding asparagus when abuses are being made. As far as I Bible is a tricky thing, though; we all about our society. Tolerance and inclu in one hand and carrots in the other. Then can tell from what literature I have read, know it's been used to justify all manner siveness have become such bandwagons you see in bold letters "GO VEGETAR PETA's primary concern is the way in of horrors and injustices throughout his these days that we've made it OK to mock IAN." Only then would you notice the which cows, pigs, chickens and other live tory. But nowhere does it say that Christ religion. We can't possibly be moving in PETA label on the bottom and. with any stock are raised and slaughtered for pub was a vegetarian or that his followers (or a positive direction, though, when the Son luck, you will either find this ad to be ab- lic consumption. Again, this is a legiti- Jews) should be vegetarians - that much of God is just another face on a billboard. Weighing gay marriage and civil Spain sets unions: separate but equal part II? dangerous the gay community is. The only agenda Christ" (Ephesians 6:5-9). This philoso precedent gay individuals have is the same agenda phy and practicearc no longer embraced Unbeknownst to some, on March 11, Martin Luther King had, to be treated as in America. but persecution of the gay Spain endured perhaps the worst terrorist This column offers a rebuttal to bUlballbeings. We are not asking for spe community and gay couples is justified. attack in her history. Al Qaeda detonated JonaihanMrlkr :Scolumn opposing gay cial rights; we are asking for equal rights. There is no logic in the conservative 10 small mamage which apptaml in the Ian In the face of controversy, there seem Christian argument, merely a factor of bombs, appar- Chronicle. to be a couple of major arguments from .selective reading. ently with In case you haven't been paying at thosewho oppose gay marriage: religion A plethora of anti-gay marriage ac cheap cell tention, this 11 supposed to be a free and lack of proaealion. Let us begin with tivists argue that gays should not marry phones, in the couatry. This is why The Pledge of Al religion. A number of religious eccen· because they cannot procreate. Should suburbs of lcgi.ancestat.ea "with liberty andJustice triesuse lhe Bible to condemnbomosexu· infertile:heterosexual couples be banned Madrid, leav for all." Until the als, declaring the behavior as IJIUJ8lUral. from marrying or heterosexualcouples ing hundreds governmentstaysr.!!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Pleueremember who do not want &.ohave children? Hu dead and count- outofpeopk'sbed- "By amending the Cons ti tu- that a higher be· man beings do not simply exist to feed 1ess more rooms and allows ing did not com-- and reproduce. Two people of the same wounded. And twopeoplem amo- tion to discriminate against pose the Bible, sex or opposite sex come tofether be Joel they achieved oopmoosrelatiaa- approximately 10 percent people did. In cauacof emotionalandpbyaiQll connec· ti.on, not with the thought in mind to ~Stubblefield~ their goal. The dlip to many, re- of the population ...the many cases, national elec gardleu of aeoder, when people do populate the world. In spite of this de· Stall \.Vrill'r tions the fol weareoe.rtainlyoa United States will reclaim a not understand bate. a 8JOWlD.Inumber of gay couples lowing day toppled the government die vergelJf di8II- new era of separate but something, they are adopdngchildren and rearing diem headed by the previously favored conser ter So now we become uncom- awxessfblly,much to lhe chagrinof con should amend the equal. Separate has never fortableandc.oo- servatives. vative party and replaced it with a social ist regime. True to pre-election promises, United States Con-- been equal and never will demn 11. This Gay couplesare equally as capable the new prime minister confirmed his in SlilUtioDto say mar- point seemsto be as heterosexual couples are of being ma tentions to remove Spanish troops from nage is only between a man and a trueofnotonlydlosewhowrotetbcBibJe, committed. stable relationship and rais· Iraq and Spanish support of America and woman? While we are al it, why don't but thosewho readit as well. ing children with love. To deny gay and the Bush administration. we rewrite the plc,dge to say "with Ii~ A number of religious individuals lesbian couples the nght to many is to Are you kidding me? Why don't we ertyandjustforonlyheterosexuals' and adamaoUy proclaim homosexuality 1s deny love in its most basic sense. Love just hand all the cards to the terrorists and endorse a campaign to reinstall slavery wrong because a~ of paper says it is cannot be defined or put in a box, delin let them stack the deck? This was the into our supposedly ''free" society? so, but they no IODgerembrace the con- eating boundaries of a relationship to a worst possible reaction Spain could have By amending the Constitution to cept of slavery,which the Bablealso stales man and a woman. Love is not "black or chosen. Her message reads as follows: d1scrinunate against app,oximately 10 is aa,eptable. During the times of sla· white." For anwho read this and finnly Terrorist attacks can change foreign percent of the population and only en- very m America. Christian slave owners believe the government should amend policy. acting civil unions. the Uruted States will would quote the Bible m their defense by the United States Constitution, denying This past November, Italy experi reclaim a new era of separate but equal using such ~es as, "Servants, be obe- gay couples the right to many, perhaps enced attacks from suicide bombers on Separate bu never beenequal and never d1ent to them that are your masters ac you need to rethink what the conse· her troops in An Nasariya, lraq. Her re- will be. The black commumty basfought cording to the flesh with fear and trcm quences would be. Would you like a pair to gam a level standing ground.just as bhng, in singleness of your heart, as unto of slaves as well? See Spain, page 5 4 Campus Chronicle I I I I Friday, March 26, 2004 HPU students consider the upcoming battle for the White House, weigh responsibilities as American citizens Colun1.nists SJJeakout on Bush, Kerry and politics in general ~~~~ President Bush can't Senator Kerry unfit hold a candle to Kerry to lead nation, world By Derek Shealey deny the impact that the campaign has on By Jonathan Miller Gulf Wars. He voted no on the Cru1se Staff Writer us, the public. The candidates seem to SU{f!Writer missile. He also voted to de-fund the put their all in becoming stark portraits CIA, he voted no on a pay raise for the Four years is a period of time that of conviction and honesty, hoping to catch Ladies and gentlemen, we have a military and he voted no to approve the goes by faster than I could have ever the attention and the support of enough winner. John Kerry will be the Demo- use of the death penalty on terrorists who broken, neglected ordinary citizens, who imagined. It seems like onJy yesterday c..-rats'2004 presidential candidate. Now kill Americans . Gandhi would be the nation was en- will connect with let the race begin. Bush versus Kerry tougher on defense than John Kerry. their words, be gulfed in the noto 2004 has started. As potential voters, or John Kerry's worst vote of all bas rious Florida vot lieve in their ideas " ...if [Kerry] presents a hopefully committed voters. you should to be when he voted no to approve the ing controversy be strong, well thought-out and grace them have enormous interest in the 2004 presi- $87 billion to support the troops in Iraq tween candidates with the true crown platform on crucial issues dential election. All elections are im- He votes to go to war and then he wants Al Gore and of all political dis portant, but this is a critical election. We to leave our soldiers fighting with no George W. Bush . A tinctions, "the vi like the economy, educa are in the midst of war. Our way of life support from back home. This vote is year later, the hor sionary." faces the evil op- Ii=~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ typical of John ror of Sept. 11 oc- tion and terrorism ...he'll The wearer of position of Islamic Kerry. He has no curred, and a win the presidency by a the crown, at least ,fascism and terror- "John Kerry ...has no idea idea what he be- for the moment wounded but more wide margin." ism. This year·s what he believes or what reves or what he anyway, is Massa unified America~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ election will allow stands for. He's a raised its collective he stands for. He's a 'fin chusetts Sen. John us to choose how ··put the finger to strength and rallied around our president Kerry. Several months ago, very few we defend our ger to the wind' politician. the wind" pohti- as he waged a long , complex battle to people believed that Kerry would make freedom. We can Whatever choice will cian. Whatever suppress terrorism , rebuild the economy much headway in the Democratic norni go with the ·•ap- choice will benefit and create a fair and just society for all nation process. Last week, he acquired peasement'' candi- benefit his political exist his political exist- Americans. However, if you ask me, four the party nomination after a series of vie- date in John Kerry ence is the choice he ence is the choice years under George W. Bush have been . tories in state primary elections. It could or the .. strong. not makes." he makes. If we enough, and it's time for a change. be said that Kerry has to work harder to backing down un- suffer a terrorist I enjoy watching presidential cam appeal to the all-important moderate and til we prevail'. can- attack on Kerry's paigns while they progress. Party alle independent voters, but his past as a Viet didate in President George W. Bush. watch, first he'll want to ask the United giance and political views aside, you can't nam war veteran and history of fighting Given that national defense is the Nations if we can defend ourselves. If corruption have won him much acclaim. main issue of 2004, Bush clearly has the the UN gives him the nod. then we'IJ I think that if he presents a strong, well Censorship, continued from upper hand. Bush is taking the fight to send troops over inadequately equipped throughout-out platform on crucial issues the terronsts, which is how the war because he's cut the defense budget in page 2~~~~~~~ like the economy, education and terror should be fought. We can no longer sit half. After the fighting starts,some anti ism and be sustains the growing wave of should the government censor Howard around treating this war as if it isn't a war protesters will arise, and be' 11panic, discontent that voters have about Presi Stem's obscenities when such a large war by negotiating with a hostile enemy thinking his popularity is shrinking and dent Bush, he'll win the presidency by a segment of the American people do not and no action. If John Keny is elected, then pull our brave men and women back wide margin. ind him offensive enough to tum the be will do just that. Appeasement and out. The United States cannot afford to So why is Bush over? A number of station? inaction are his plan. Just look at his have a President who is indecisive and reasons are available. He launched the Censorship, however, should exist votes on the Senate floor for eV1dence. has no vision during a time of war. Iraq war without clear motives or results. n theindividual level. I have the power John Kerrybas voted no to approve The one thing benefiting John Kerry Saddam Hussein was captured, fortu of censorship, not the government. I 27 major weaponssystems that improve during this election is the liberal media. nately, but with the unfortunate and un md Howard Stern offensive, so I our national defense. He voted no to ap- He has a safe haven with all the major necessary loss of thousands of lives. The hange the station. I find Rush prove the Patriot air defense, a very ef- news networks. Don't expect CBS, economy is still struggling, with the num · gh entertaining, so I listen to his fective missile defense used in the Gulf NBC. ABC or CNN to be critical of John ber of jobs falling. Some voters are ques show. However, for some it is just the War and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He Kerry. He will have a pulpit to preach tioning Bush's initial opposition to Con- opposite, with Stern bemg entertaining voted no to approve the M-J Tank. which and Limbaugh offensive. Since what is See Bush Finished, page 5 had an essential part in winning both See Kerry'.\"Faults, page 5 obscene is such a relative term, and censorship of anything that is "offen sive'' is so broad, should not then the government abstain from this debate'? Political involvement a duty for all If ·'Amenca·· wants Howard Stem off By Jason Walters to begin to take an active view on the Now is the time to get engaged. I the air, then it should simply not listen Special to the Chronicle world around you and foonulate your challenge you to read the headlines, just to hun and thus lower his advertising own opinions so you can make coherent the headlines. from a major news source. rates. This would force him to either "Politics doesn't affect me." It sure decisions. 'TU get mvolved later." Later It only takes IO minutes a day. You tone down his rhetoric or go off the air. does. Politics affects you every day, from might be too late. quickly will begin lo see that you now Likewise. if enough people are willing sales tax to the sticker on your mattre ss. All these above excuses have been have a clue what is going on m the world. to listen to him and find him entertain "Politics is dirty and corrupt." Well, do made by students on this campus to me After you get a clue, you will begin to ing rather than oftensive, then he should something about it; it will never change as to why they don't bother to get in observe current events and be able to see be able to do all the "shocking" be unless someone takes the initiative. volved in politics or current events. It's the bigger picture. You will then be ca ants. "They aren't talking to me." If you talk time to stop making excuses and take re pable of making your own oputions based It should be my own personal de- to them, they will talk to you. The best sponsibility as the young adults that we on your ideas, not political rhetoric. ' 51onto define for myself what 1s"ob way to talk to them is to vote! "I don't are . All of us are here gettiug an educa Young people do have a v01ce m poli scene," basedon my ownreligious and care.'' You should; you and future gen tion so we can have a bright future indi tics and a large role to play. But it is up to moral beliefs. It sbouJdnever be thejob erations depend on it. "No difference vidually. Why don't we make an effort each one of you to decide if you want to of the government to tell me what is between both major parties ." I'm not so that we can have a bright future col keep making excuses or whether you are and what is not "obscene." askrng you to join a political party. only lectively? ready to take responsibility. Friday, March 26, 2004 NEWS AND OPINION Campus Chronicle 5 Speakers encourage action in AIDS fight Spain, continued from page 3 ~ action? The Italian public responded By Amanda Roberts sides, in garbage pits, latrines, dustbins governor and the state department. Say with outrage towards terrorism and Staff Writer the children are being thrown away like that there is a lot going on in Africa and pledged their determination to not have garbage," Beckenham said. ''God loves ask how much money delegated to lilV I the deployment of Italian troops deter Capping off the "Putting a Face on them. so we love them, too." AIDS will go to the people who need mined by terrorist activity. This sends AIDS in Africa" campaign that had fu Wangai shared an incredible story it?" Wangai suggested to the audience. the proper message. Spain simply rolled eled the English Majors Council ever about Lydia, a Speaking of the children over since December, the presentation on Feb. college stu infected with the HIV virus, The question remains as to where 25 provided a forum for students and dent, who, 10 Wangai said that 92 percent of the world goes from here. Certainly ma special guests Dr. Paul Wangai and Clive years ago, was the children born to mothers jor members of the Coalition of the Will Beckenham from Nairobi, Kenya. abducted by with the virus are HIV posi ing, especially Italy and England. should Beckenharn and his wife, Mary, cre gangsters and tive. When the mother's blood be on their guard as terrorist motivation ated New Life Homes, which rescues ba raped during is out, when the antibodies in has increased due to its recent victory in bies abandoned as a result of the AIDS her six-day or the child's blood have fought Spain. Don't expect any change from epidemic. "Our first time began with a deal; when she the virus, the child will be the Bush administration in the war on call from the hospital; they bad an HIV was finally re come HIV negative and be terror. As for the rest of the world: Let's infected baby and wanted to know ifwe leased. she able to fight off AIDS. "Many all hope that other countries don't cower would take him," Beckenham stated. was HIV posi doctors felt it was a waste of in the face of terrorism. Terrorism is de "If we go to a hospital and we have tive. "Last tillie helping these children. testable. But it will never be eradicated to choose between the best and the worst. July," he said, "Lydia called in the middle Now there is a hst of doctors helpmg by giving in. Spain sunply failed the we take the worst. Our calling in life is of the night, telling me 'You must come because these babies can make tt. We world. to save the abandoned. They live in a now.' r asked my wife what I should do have 50 volunteers who come to help frumly home, not an orphanage, where there are many times we ask others what out-college students, male and fe Language Barrier, continued they are loved, cared for and have ev we should do when the time to act is now. male," Wangai said. from page 2 ~~~~~~~~ erything children should have. Over 85 I went over to her house two hours later, In closing, Beckenham and Wangai e'iting how much I undcrstnnd despite percent of our children have been but there was no response. I found Lydia urged the audience to speak among that. It took me a while to get used to adopted." dead on her bed, and J asked myself, themselves, asking 'What have you people pointing with their lips: 1t ,eri New Life has saved the lives of over 'What had she wanted me to do?' I will heard tonight? What do you think you ously loobi a<;if they are ahout to kiss 500 children in the past 10 years while do what is in my power to do now ... at can do? What do you think we can do you. But now I find myself doing the opening another home in Nairobi. There the best of my ability." collectively?' same thing, and afterward, I can't help are over one million orphans to the AIDS "All of us can make a difference if They were presented with a check hut laugh. virus in Kenya, and the Beckenhams are we put our hearts together. 'What can I for $ 10,000 from the Student Govern detennined to make a difference. do?' You can make it happen. Give a bit ment Association to go towards New "These children are left on the road- of your time. Send a few e-mails to the Life Hornes and the fight against AIDS. Kerry's Faults, continued from Bush Finished, continued from page 4 page 4 ~======~ gress's forming a 9/11 investigation com I think that the Democratic party has Howard Dean contributed to this with from and get spoon-fed interviews at mittee and his reluctance to be inter already scored a victory in 2004. While his position on Iraq. John Edwards those networks Do expect to see Bush viewed by it. Finally, Bush, despite all Democratic candidates crisscrossed the raised economic concerns. Dennis put before the Inquisition. If he even appearances, is one of the worst presidents nation during the primaries. expressing Kucinich and Al Sharpton raised con scratches his head differently, the liberal in terms of achieving diversity. He op their views and fighting for votes, they cerns about civil rights. There may only press will accuse him of misleading the posed affirmative action and exposed his may have achieved something much be one Democratic candidate, but rais American people because they expected intolerance by calling for a Constitutional stronger in the process--outrage against ing awareness and the question of him to scratc h back to front not side to ban on same sex unions. This president the Bush administrat.Jon. The general change was really teamwork. Good side. They did it to bis father and they has angered too many Americans to oc tide of opinion on major issues is chang move, Democrats. will do II to him. Four more years of Bush cupy the White House for four more years. ing or at least becoming more diverse. is more than they can stand. inston recalls her years in modeling industr By Dana R. Yates be a real-lite mannequin. She would stand ~oultl continue sn:tppmg away until he era you had to focus." she remembers. Special to the Chronicle in a store window. frozen in a pose. foll he had what he wautcd In between shots, assistants would he "People would literally come up and "Sometimes you feel as though ready with robes to rescue her dllll keep The hghts. The camera. The touch 1111;,not knowing if 1 w.1s real," you're not even a real person. They are her wann. glamorous life of a model. To some Jassica jokes Jassica would stru1d for constantly tweaking you, trying to make At the age of 17, Jassica signed a young girls, it 1s all they dream of. hours. with f-hort hrcak<.in between All you perfect," Jass1ca says. Cri1ic1sm in contract with the Elite Modeling With each magaz, nc that waits III mail !ihe thought about was when it was going modeling 1s \'Cl) grueling. Jass1ca would Agency m New York. Her career was boxes acrossAmericti, young girls rnsh to end so she could ,it down and rest. receive comments about her weighing too beginning to accelerate. She was yet to sec" ho has grat'cd the cover. Never Jussica was fortunate in later years much or having skin that Wits too dark. to complete high school, when her do they ask the question of what is as she recci,cd oilers to do pnnt ads in "I became so self-conscious, because mother :showed \!Onc:ernfor her daugh going on in the heauty·s mind, but the catalogs for companies such as Dcli,1's, a these remark,; would tear you to pieces," te, . Jassica 's mother wanted her to question of what is she wearing. clothing line fo1 recns. As her model mg she says. graduate from high school, belie, mg Ja"ska Wm ton is aware of what goes career he In her nomrn I that an education was highly important. on 10 a model's head. for dunng her came more life. Jass1c:i began Al her mo1hcr's wishes, Jass1c:1cho:sc tecnugc years she used to be one appealing. to wear baggy to take a break from modeling. After Seen around High Point s campus, Jassica he- ''Sometimes Jassica's clothes lo cover her graduation, she made the declSJon to Jassica is a petih!, small-framed beauty c:imc more physical state was just as body nnd refrained continue her S\;hooling by commg lo with a v1v1dsnule and almond-shaped interested in from wearing High Point to study lntenor dec;ign eyes. The chestnut hifhlights flo\\ ing 11. "T thought vulnerable as makeup She felt As Jass1ca nearr. graduut1011 rn 111 her ebony hau complement her to myself, her mind." this woulJ limit the Ma}, she look-; forwinJ to starting her chocolarc-colored skin. She i:, a natu '!\omconc is opportunity for career .1srut inteiio1 designer. "If there ral beauty wllh limited flaws. ~1any actually go- anyone to com was an offer to go back (to modeling 1, are unuware of her past but ha,e proh ing to pay me to do this,"' she says. ment on her appearance. ··r·or a model. I would take ii ~he money is good, ahly seen her in the pages of numer Life tor Jassi~a then became quite mentally you' re a mess. You arc con but I want my ~atccr 1o be 111 mtenor ous catnlogc;. differenl She had options of travel with stantly worrymg about what people tell design." Al the age of 14, Jasc;ica was dis many tnps to New York for johs, und she you, nnd cvc111ually you worry about Though 1t was a ....cry challengmg covered in a mall dunng ,1 shopping w.ts gi,en free clothes and makeup hy the when your career 1s going to end," she part of her teen&gc years, Jas~ica till tnp w 1thher mother. '111isman out ot companies she modeled for But life m snys. 8pc.1k..,highly of the modclmg mdus nowhere, comes up and mvire, me to front of the e-amera bec,1me chr.llengmg. Sometimes J11ss1ca'sphy,;11,al state try. Many of the gtrl'i he rnrtcd "1th come to rh,s hotel to ha've my picture Wakint up early w1rh lutlc ~Jeep, Tass,ca was just as vulnerable as her mmd. Dur ha,~ gone on ll have ucccssful ca Uken for tlu c; small tnodcli ng agenc),"' \\ ould go down to the studio for makeup mg shoots involving swimwear layouts. reer" 1ncludmg one "ho now mod Is c;herecalls. When first approached, ,he and wardrobe. She would pose for nu she battled chilly temperatures m her for Vict1•n,t', Sec.rel 11 ~,caclunk-. the thought 1t wns a Joke. Never before merous photos, as the photocrapher barely covered frame. ''When pl!ople see unagt: models I pr 1t1s not l(}egallvc. h,1d she co11o;1deredthe field of model worked 10 find the perfect :shot Her mind swimsuits magazmes, the) are unaware Sh believe,; lhat people look ro mod mg. stayed blank as she attentnely listened to that these photos are taken pnor to the els for the standrud on hm women One ot Jassica's first Jobs w.1sto e, erythmg the photc,grophe1 said. He season. It would be cold, but for the cam- should present themsdvf'\ 6 Campus Chronicle NEWS Friday, March 26, 2004 Genesis lets students Meeks offers a new view of Christian living worship and serve By Brianne Coone out expecting anything from the receiver, Staff Writer then the giver has given as God, By Pamela-Montez Holley I was nervous that I wouldn't find many "freely ... joyfully." Staff Writer people who were passionate about God. As a cold March rain fell outside of 'The second table mann er is that we Bui God proved me wrong. He Hayworth Chapel, Keller Visiting Scholar have to witness to our society that not all Prai,e ye 11,eLord. Praiu God in opened the door to Alpha Delta Theta Dr. M. Douglas Meeks delivered a warm things are commodities," said Meeks . Hrl sanct11a1)Prai,e Him in the fimra (a Chris tian service sorority), Campus sermon addressing the table manners of Some people think that everything they me11tof Hi.1 power. Praise Him for His Crusade and Genesis Gospel Choi r. God by which all Christians should live. own can be exchanged for something else nughty acts. Praise Him according to His Genesis seemed like rhe perfect blend. Meeks said that most people have that they deem as necessary to have . exce/le11tgreamess. Praise Him wrth rite It was grea t for music lovers, it was forgotten the economy of God and in or How ever, not all possessions are redeem sound of the trumpet prai.seHim with the great for lhos e who loved the Lord and der to have hope "the first thing we have able . For example, would you give up psulten and 1he harp. Prai.~t!H1111 with it was great for those who loved get to do as Christians is water for the rest the timbrel and dance. praise Him with ting invohed in their community. to regain our of your life in ex memory." What he change for your stringed instmme111sand organs Praise Genesis has devoted many hours ·'Let's encourage each Hm1upon the loud cymbals,·praise Him "' the community by feeding the hun meant by the economy deepest desire ? upon the liigh sounding cymbals. Let gry at homeless shelters, makmg Christ of God is how God other to follow the The true necessi eve11thmg that hath breath praise the mas care packages for children and manages his house table manners of life .." ties in life are not Lord. p,aise W' the lord. "-Ps alm 150: f. helping at the Sk R.1cc. hold. commodities. 6 "1 helped out the homeless shelter. According to Meeks said, That 1c;exactly\\' hat the Genesis Gos and it felt grt>att o help others and il felt Meeks. the key to "The third table pel Choir has beendo111g for the past nine good to let others know that we care managing any home occurs around the manner is that we have to disbelieve the years The ch01r began with 12 mem about them,·• snid Mia Watts Sherry table; therefore we must learn the proper notion of our society that those things bers. After its first ''Gospel fest ,'' IJ1e Wyche also ga\C a helping hand. ··1 table manners in order to Ii ve successfully. necessary for life are scarce." People get group ask.eelPa:-.tor James Brown and helped make Christma~ gifts for the If people do not learn how to behave, they what they need in abundance. Just be Pastor Debor.th Brown to trat.n and di children l was a sophomore at the time, will not succeed in Life. Some may end cause someone wants something. it does rect 1hem. Smee then, Genesis Gospel and up until that point. l never really up homeless. not mean it is a necessity. A Rolling Choir has experie11ced rapid growth m did any community sen·1ce because The word homeless does not only Stones' hne comes to mind, "You can't members who IO\e to pm11,ethe Lord. everythmg I did was school-based It pertain to persons without shelter. Meekl; always get what you want , but if you try The.re are about 50 members 111the felt good to help someone out besides said, "It's not just the people who have sometimes, you just might find you get choir, and they have 3omed for many dif High Point.'' Wyche Joked. no money that are homeless ... people who want you need." ferent rea:sons. 'l joined Genesis to he Genesis 1s a busy orgamzation. never hear their names called. people ''The fourth and final table manner around other Chn4-tians who have a The choir has numerous rehearsals and whose stories are not known by anybody (is) we have to ask our soc iety, again, to stronger walk of faith that would help performances. It .1us1 returned from else, people who have no place at the reconsider this notion of absolute and ex me build a Strl)nger foundation wilh the towmg. Multiple organizations seem to table ... also are homeless." Do you know clusive private property," said Meeks. No Lord; • said Dekesha Seay. ··1 like be be branchmg off from Genesis. "Im anyone who seems to be a loner, some one wants to be excluded or labeled an ing a member because I like worshiping pact" is a Bible study that mel!ls every one wbo never seems to fit in anywhere? outcast. Meeks said that we should share God through mu~ic s111cethat is om· of Wednesday night. It is headed up by Maybe tha t person is homeless, and with others not separate ourselves from my passions:' continued Seay. Crishauna Horsley and 1t is compn:sed Meeks said, "Homeless people are sub them. All humans have the right to be "I jomed because l wanted to be m of many Genesis Gospel Choir mem jected to death." long. an environment v.here I could feel snfc bers. There i'i also "Acts of God,'' a So what can we do about it? Meeks While at HPU, Meeks has led a semi and secure. I wanted to bel!er my lifr as group of multi-talented members who suggests that if we follow four table man nar for 16 students called, ''Jesus and Glo a Christian anJ I enjoy the company of dance and put on mini-plays . Rhonda ners of God, there will be hope. balization." Each of the stude nts is work people," commented Ishmael Josiah. Bethea belongs lo hoth. "In ~omc ways "The first table manner we have to ing on an essay about how Jesus offers "Being in this choir is like a learning we are a part of Genesis. but sometimes learn is to begin to give as God gives. God Christian solutions to questions of global place outside class We not only learn I think that we do a hit more that kinda gives without expectation of return," said ization. songs and dances but we learn how to makes us our own group us well as a Meeks. Our society is full of 'what's in it Meeks said, "We live ma fearful time carry ourseJves in a good fashion." part of a Genesis." she said. for me?' people. Some people give self but we also live in a time of great prom I mn proud to sa) that I am al,;o a So. what does the future hold? In ishly with a motlve in mind. If the giver ise ... Let's encourage each other to fol Genesis member . I jomed my fre.shman April, Genesis will host its ninth annual expects some thing in return, then he is low the table manners oflife that we have year and l have noticed one thing that Gospel Pest he1e at High Point Uruver also a taker. When a person gives with- learned at the Lord's Table .'' we all have in common, we love the sity. Genesis will be doing what it docs Lord. I can honestly say tha1 when 1 ar be~t, praising theu Lord and Savior Competition, continued from front page rived at High Pomt University last year, Jesus Christ. keting table. The male und female team chom,e even t, that could earn us poinh." with the highest GPA and the male and SACC-sponsored events mclude female individual with the highe st GPA raismg money for Habitat for Human Criminals. continued from front page ~======will earn 100 points for thetr teams. ity (about $150) and a toy drive in which leave their vehicles unlocked on purpose For the most part. tbe student-ath m,er 215 toys were donated to Fox 8 for tion from the thieves, who also target rich knowing that they could be broken into, lete s have gotten involved in 1he com local children. neighborhoods but caution must be exerc ised. On that petition . '1'he most difficult part has The competition last s the entire like Emerywood. note, Det. Green has some advice for the been the communication of what the school year. The winning team will 'be Thieves are obvi car-owning student s of HPU: 1) keep program 1s and what the athletes need announced in April to allow time:for the ously drawn by valuables out of sight ; 2) be sure to lock to do,'' said Perry. "The SAAC (Student team to receive prizes. Specific pnzes expe nsive cars your vehicle; 3) never leave spare keys Athlete Advisory have not been deter- which the univer in the vehicle; 4) report any suspicious Committee) leaders mined. -. sity has no lack of. persons to the Security office before they have really been Athletes have ln addition, the ''The most difficult have a chance to commit a crime. Fol driving it because participated enthusi university house s lowing these it'& up to the athletes part has been the astically. ''This says hundred s of ve- rules will make it to get it going." a lot about the ath bide s which give communication of much more diffi Cricket Indra and letes and that they're the thieves many what the program is cul t for thieves to Jeff Fairman are participating for the RicoHUNT more possible walk away with SAAC co-presi and what the athletes right rea,;ons," said break-ins from a sing le location . Jt is like your belongings. dents. Their role has need to do." Perry. Teams have a mall for thugs. When asked how they Although be been to promote the held sports clinics got mto the vehicles, they said that they in g vio la ted by Competition Cup for kids, done after were unlocked. They simply walked thieves is never a and motivate their teatns to participate . school program., for the YMCA, assisted around campus and checked for unlocked good time, this Indra said, "At first I was skeptical, bu1 with a church pumpkin sale, partidpated doors while avoiding security. They also story has a happy shortly after I realized that it cultivated m promotions at McDonald 's, cleaned commented that the car they stole had a ending. The sto Panther pnde and mcreased attendance out a storage shed and sent Christmas key left in it. len veh icle was at HPU home games.'' cards to troops overseas. Although we have a security force reco\'ered, and much of the stolen prop Since this is the first year. Perry and '1'he cup is a journey , much like the and a city police force, it is also the re erty has been and is being recovered as the SAAC are still developmg the pro college career is a journey. It is a way to sponsibility of individuals to make their well. Furthermore, a ring of thieves and gram Indra said, ''Eac h meeting of the track progress in various areas. Just hke property as safe as possible. After all, no repeat offenders has been broken up and SAAC we suggest where more points the student-athletes go beyond them one cares more about your property than put behind bars. Hopefully, the students could come from. and we discu ss and se)v~, the cup doe~ as well,'' ~atd Perry. you do. Obviously. it is rare that owners of HPU can slee p a little better tonight. Friday, March 26, 2004 NEWS Campus Chronicle 7 Student survives turmoil while living in El Salvador Harrol1.Jingaccount of gro·wing up in 1ivar-tornhon1ela11d By Ada Hernandez kissed both of us and then took 1he keys and stabbed in the eye with a knife. A po away from San Miguel. I was with my Speci,J/ tn the Chronicle that were attached to the door. closing and lice car came near the park and the FMLN aunt and my sister. I was sitting on the locking it behind her. My sister and I were left the scene. My dad was wounded, but window side and when we passed el Rio l can still remember the gun shots, scared. We were alone m the room, lis wa<. helped by some people who called Lempa (the Lempa River), I remember the helicopters roaring. che smell of gun tening to the excruciating sound of bul the police. My father lost the vision in his l-eemg two bodies hanging from the rails powder and the people screaming on the let-: and helicopters tlying over. I didn't eye. of the bridge. They were wearing police streets surrounding my grandparents' understand why we had to stay under After that incident he asked to be uniforms. and their faces were covered residence. neath the bed. so I asked my sister, who U1lllsferred from San Miguel to the capi with blood. One of them \\as missing It v. as 1986, the left-wmg was three years older than me, and she tal San Salvador. My mother was ei~ht half of his leg, When I saw this, I tumed Farabundo Marti National Liberation explained that underneath the bed we months pregnant when the guerillas to my aunt who wa'>completely pale and Front (A.-ILN). also known as the guer were less likely to get hurt by stray bul knocked on her door and asked 1f any did not say a word. 1 did not ask any nJJas, were taking over the city of San lets. military person lived 111the house. She said thing because I knew that we were in Miguel in El Salvador. They were kill The strife began in l 977. when no. They took her and my ,1ster who was the middle of a war and we could not do ing civilians or as my aunt heard them farmers. peasants and workers led by 2 as hostages for four hours. They were anything about it but keep our mouths say ''cleaning the city.'' I was 3 years Farabundo Marti formed the FMLN. released because my mother knew one the shut. old when I first expenenced the war. They protested against human rights vio guerillas. When 1 was horn. my dad could Year after year. I be.came used to While Iv.as :sitting next to my sis lations. By 1980, the archbishop of San not handle the war anymore. Ten months the death threats, the violence and the ter, 1 was playing \\-ith my doll's huiron Salvador, Oscar Romero. was assassi later he left El Salvador. like many people attacks that happen when a ch·il war a red couch that faced the pa110. Sud nated and the country was on the verge did at that time, and came to the United dominate~ a country for 12 year;, My denly, we saw a soldier dressed in green, of civil war. The right-wing National SUltes. A year later my mom followed his best friend's father v.as used as a shield with a machine gun strapped across his Conciliation Party (PCNl fonned death path and left my sister and me in the care when two soldiers were fighting against shoulder walking on our patio. My aunt squads that killed around 30.000 people. of my gnmdparents. each other and he was killed. I remem was leaving the kitchen when she The FMLN despised the PCN and wanted It felt like years underneath that bed. ber walkmg to my friend's house and W,Llkedtoward the door and saw my sis to become a legitimate party. France and My sister and l were Jllsl hugging e,1ch passing her fathe, 's blood stains on the ter and me staring at the soldier. She Mexico recogmzed the fir..1LN as such. other, hoping that it would all be over ground. Women were constantly get looked at him and froze. He looked at while the U.S. continued to assist the El soon Hours later my annt came and ting rapcd. includmg a maid tn my house us, and then climbed the patio ·s wall and Salvauorinn governmenr, whose am1y opened the door She shd underneath the who wa..,also killed left. backed right-wing death squads. beu and told us that we would spend the I was one of those children who A few minutes later we heard shots My father worked as a detective for night on the cold floor. H was difficull to witnessed things that most chi ldre11 in the air. Far-nght Natmnul Republican the military security of the Armed f·orces. sleep because we still heard the helicop never see. I thought the horror was never Alliance (ARENA) hehcopters were He was in charge of investigating the ter ters t1ymg above us. and we were afraid going to be mer, but the day came. on shouting the FMLN soldiers on the rorism cases and any plots that the FMLN of anything that coukl happen. But that is Jan 16. 199~. when a peace accord ground. My grandparents came running had against the government. To the how 1t was each night after that. sponsored by the UN was signed hy rep toward us, sl.!reaming, ''Hurry! Hurry! 1-'MLN,he was considered an enemy. One Alfredo Cri<.1iani(ARENA) bernrne resentatives of the govemmenc and the Go to your room and stay underneath day. my dad was walking out of the hou~e pres1Jent in 1989. The rebel attacks in FMLN, which then became a political the bed:' We obeyed, with my aunt right when the guerrillas seized him He was tensified. I remember taki11ga bu<.to visl1 part). By that time l was 9, and the war behind us telling us the same 1hing. She taken to a park where he was beaten up my uncle who lived m La Uruon, a t-.tate ,,.as finally o, er. War, continuedfrom front page~======~ good job trying not to let my brother and me, not to mention the guns and dead began packing all of our things and told had died. All of my friends gathered out me see the reality of the war, we still knew bodies the vehicles carried. us not to mention to anyone that we would side our house to say goodbye. and a lot that the Serbs and Muslims had religious In the two years that we lived be leaving. Luckily, my parents both of them even came to the train station. I conflicts. Since we lived in Belgrade. the through heart-stopping terror, I couldn't worked for airline companies and knew don't think that I have ever cried so much capital of today's Serbia, my family found imagine what was going to happen in the exactly what to do and how to get us out in my life. I hugged everyone in sight it hard to live a normal life as Muslims. I end and when the end was coming. Would of the country. T wanted to take some of because the thought that I would never see will never forget getting ready for school we be one of the families killed in the war? my personal belongings, but my mom them again kept running through my head. and seeing military vehicles with large I ask myself many questions as the days didn't let me. The next day as we got As the train left the station. I stuck my guns fixed on the roofs and filled with went on. Two specific days remain fresh ready to leave for the train station, l can head out the window and waved until army soldiers passing by our house. The in my mind. The day my mom told us remember my grandmother holding my everyone's faces started failing. cold-hearted looks on their faces terrified that we had to move shocked me. She brother and me and crying as if someone Others would see us now as refugees. Our train ride to Vienna, Austria, took about 12 hours. I can re member my mom holding us and telling us that everything would be OK and that when we got to our dad who resided in the United States, our lives would change for the better. Ironically, I never thought that we lived a sad life. I loved Yugoslavia; I loved all my friends and l didn't want to leave my family. Once we got to Austria, we stayed with one of my mom's close friends. fir air on After a few days, we left for New York City. l /J,,nnef 8 The second day I will never forget came when we reached ''"'!'J FrtcloJ LaGuardia. My dad waited for ,ifternoon us on the other side of customs. The tight security guards turned some people away and forced them back to their countries be The next big cause they didn't have their vi show features: sas or other documents required for entering the United States. This greatly frightened us. Our turn arrived to get our passports Co.Uege Repubbcans checked. After waitmg in line vs. over five hours. we stood only a Goll O mocrau few moments away from being This heated debate will reunited with our dad. moving to New York City and claiming air on the 12th of April it as our home. 8 Campus Chronicle NEWS AND FEATURES Friday, March 26, 2004 'Sex and the City' bids adieu after a six year love affair with American viewers By Erin SuJJiyan show prided itself on. minute, and yet tum around the next and to be o, ershadowed by Carrie's Staff Writer The humor of the show was so rude make you want to cry. storyline. While their air time was and crude. and ye1 so true at the same time. The final episode, "An American Girl smaller, their story lines were very pow fhere has recently been a great loss lt"s what we all arc thinking, but don't in Paris (Part Deux),'' centered around erful. Charlotte and Harry's long quest in all of our li\>es.Well, al least it was always have the fortitude to say. For ex Carrie, and which man she would pick: for a baby finally ended when they were considered a loss to tho~e who were ample, in exploimng a break-up, Mirancl.1 Aleksandr Petrovsky or Mr. Big. It was told that they \\-ould soon have their lu1,;kyenough to be Joyal viewers of the tell!>ho\\ a door man of Iler bo) friend's 0bvious that Carrie was uncomfortable wish granted by the adoption agency. show. ''Sex & the City"' ran its final cpi broke up being in Miranda finally show.:d how full oflove .sode 111 early 2004. lt was a show that with her P a r i s her heart actually was wben she helped tout-hl!d my life. as wdl as many others, for tum without her husband's mother. who recently suf females an 'Crow': Incubus' usual power rock The Spotlight By Andrea Griffith Boyd during the song "Beware! Cnmi like Kom's Jonathan Davis on some Playerspresent Copy Editor nal") and conveys his adamant anti-Bush tracks and Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder on position the next (the video for ·'Megalo others. His vocal ability to switch be J.B. Incubus delivers a powerful set of maniac" has stirred some controversy on tween soulful high tenor and angry bari tracks on A Crow Left of the Murder MTV for its political nature). tone is astounding. byArchibald thanks to the dominant guitar style of Although the album debuted in sec Einziger emerges as a clear leader on Mike Einziger coupled with the usual ond place on the charts, it is obvious that this album. All other instruments and McLeish, vocal strength of front man Brandon incubus was not trying to find radio band members fall into the background, Boyd. friendly popularity. "Sick Sad Little molded around what his guJtar is doing. a p/a,y based on the Like the group's other albums. Crow World" is an opus that fills six minutes. A Crow Left of the Murder is an al is a set of songs that vary radically in style [n fact, all tracks are unpredictable and bum that can fit any mood. lts songs are biblical story of Job. and depth. This band proves that it has a impossible to sing along to upon first hs upliftrng and discouraging all at once, range similar to the Red Hot Chili Pep ten, unlike most rock songs written today. slo"" or violent, depending on the track. pers with its ability to produce syrupy The characteristic of the album and Incubus once again proves that its songs baUads and powerful punk rock. Boyd the band that 1smost impressive is the ease are not carbon copies of each other. sings optimistically about love one mo in switching between genres; 11is almost ment ('Tm down but not out," croons a chameleon-like ability Boyd sounds Hayworth Fine Arts Center April 15-17 at 7:30 April 18 at 2 Tickets: $5 for students $7 for faculty and staff $10 for all others Call 841-4673 or visit the box office weekday afternoons. Friday, March 26, 2004 A&E Campus Chronicle 9 Linkin Park rocks student 's first major concert Day I Die;" it sounded like a cross be the audience was kept in suspense. Llnkin Bennington said, 'These guys have been By Kathleen McLean tween SR-71 and Hoobastank. The band Park played an introduction tape while practicing during our tour so we· re gonna Staff Writer bad a lot of energy and towards the end they sat behind the screen on the stage. bring them out here." Although I heard of the set, the guitarist did a back-flip off And when the first band member walked some people argue, they cheered and I am a fan of Linkin Park because of a speaker. ou t, the entire audience stood up, laughed as the road crew attempted to their music bas hard sounds and power Hoobastank took the stage next and screamed and clapped, myself included. keep tempo. But given their two minutes ful lyrics. I'll listen to one of their CD's since I knew the songs, I sang along. The They had a great stage presence. The of fame, the road crew took their places while I'm lifting at the gym or running best part of their performance came when band screamed just like they did on their behind the stage and let the band show on the Greenway. And I'll check their they played "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun." CDs. Singers Mike Shinoda and Chester them how to play "Faint." website occasionally to see when the All the girls around me were singing along Bennington ran from one end of the stage After "In the End" was played, band's new music is coming out or to and laughing. It was a good introduction to the other, taking turns singing lines of people started filing out of the coliseum, watch a music video. Although my room to their new their songs with but the house lights still hadn't come on. isn't filled with the band's posters and single, "Out of the fans. Then the band came out and played "My pictures, when I heard they were coming Control.'' The entire December." Then the lead singe rs of the to Greensboro, I had to get a ticket. After the stage was used three previous bands came out to join I bad never been to a major concert stage cleared for the band's Linkin Park for the last song, "A Place before March 2, and it was an experience again, screens performance, for My Head. " I'll never forget. I have been to concerts were raised which included When the music finally ended and the at bars and other places like Triangle and with P.O.D. two side plat crowd stopped cheering, I finally sat down Cafe Jam , but the Greensboro Coliseum banners. Un forms that hung in my seat after an hour of singing and is a lot bigger, and the bands playing were like the other off the stage and dancing with the music and just smiled better known than local bands of High bands, P.O.D. brought the per as the road crew packed up Linkin Park 's Point and Wilmington. went from one formers with in gear. I couldn't believe what I had seen. I sat in the nosebleed section with my song right into arm's reach of Listening to the music and having the friends, but I could see the stage perfectly. another and the audience. powerful bass move me to the beat felt I also enjoyed the seating because I was during their performance of "Youth of a The lights were everywhere and they were like being in my room. I was dancing and nowhere near the mosh pits on the ground Nation," they brought 10 audience mem turned on the audience each time the band signing like no one was watching me. I floor. Several times during the show, I bers on stage to sing the chorus . wanted them to sing. I watched hands fly didn't get back to campus until midnight, could see small groups of people jump When I first entered the coliseum, the in the air and people crowd surf in mosh but the smile stiU hadn 't left my face. ing and running into each other. It made seats weren't all filled. It wasn't until pits. The ground floor looked like a sea I never thought I would experie nce me grateful that I would walk out of that Linkin Park took the stage that I found it anemone with the sway ing hands and the Meteora World Tour. But now that arena with all of my teeth. difficult to find an empty green seat in lighters imitating the motion of the ocean. I've gotten a taste of Linkin Park's live The first band on stage was Story of the crowd. Linkin Park made sure that the audi show, I can't wait until they come back the Year. I had never heard of this band The arena had gone black just before ence got what they paid for, but it also to North Carolina. They are definitely an I before, but liked their song "Until the each band bad performed, but this time included a performance by the road crew. experience not to pass up. ~~Concerts worth seeing~~ Williams: a one-man jam band visits Ziggy's By Justin Spinks is amazed at this impressive feat, and the all over the country in addition to two hands, dazzling the audience, leaving Staff Writer next thing they hear is percussion, but they dates at the Australian Blues and Roots them to say, "How does he do it?" Con look to see not a trap set of any kind. In Music festival. Keller has been nomi tinuing to play his acoustic, be imitates Smoke lingers in the stage lights as stead it's just Keller standing in front of nated for two Jammy Awards, one for his almost perfectly the sound of a trumpet people fight their way forward to get the microphone, manipulating his mouth song "Above the Thunder" and the other with his mouth then sings the wah-wah closer, but the old, barn-like building is to sound exactly like drums and cymbals, for his album cover for his latest release of an electric guitar. He then goes into packed so tight, moving is becoming an and that is looped on top of everything Home. the humorous fan favorite ''I Could Drink impossibility. However, people are still else. He loops the music he plays through Keller's virtuosic musical talents and a Case of You" and loops its guitar part lined up outside the door for their chance various effects petals so he can play a few entertaining live performances still go so be can pick up a large tribal drum and to get in. They are there to see a one-man seconds on one instrument and make it largely unrecognized though his fan base jam on that for a bit. After he finishes jam band. continue to play after he puts that instru continues to grow. Keller tours from coast beating the drum, he returns once again Keller Williams usually packs ment down so he to coast relentlessly, to his signature acoustic to close the set Ziggy's, the popular music venue in Win can go to a com playing mostly in with "Kidney in a Cooler," a fun tune off ston Salem, and this night was no differ pletely different in bars, small venues his most popular album Laugh. At this ent, except ticket prices rose and some strument to layer and music festivals, point in the show everyone is convinced how more people managed to make their upon what is al but no one will prolr there really is nothing that this man can way into the sweltenng, cloudy haze. ready being heard. ably ever see him on not do. On stage it appears as if there is an Keller, smiling and MTV or Rolling After the show, fans spill out of the arsenal of instrumentation for a band of dancing, then could Stone magazine, un smoky sweatbox and gather to discuss at least 8, maybe l O or 12, but when the bring out a plethora less it is part of what they bad just seen. "Man, that was lights go out, and then a single acoustic of toys he can something larger. awesome, but it was so crowded, I could guitar rings from the sound system all stimulate his fans such as the barely see," remarks one fan to the other. around, only one man emerges from be with. He picks up Bonnaroo Music "Yeah, I know, but that was incredible. I hind the stage. one of his electric Festival in can't believe I had never heard of this guy Keller starts out with an insanely fast gwtars and solos a Manchester. Tenn. before. How many guitars did he have? and difficult acoustic guitar riff, unique bit, ma)cjog crazy Popular music has Six? Seven? And what was that one thrng to his style. and then adds bis whimsical high-pitched no place for a one- he had, with the crazy sounds? That was lyrics that can make you both laugh and sounds, then moves his way to a xylo man jam band. inrense!'' think. Then something incredible hap phone and tantalizes the audience a bit The lights go back out, and the acous Keller takes a solo act to the next pens as Keller puts down his acoustic gui with that. but then returns to his acoustic tic guitar once again rings from the sound level and pushes the boundaries of just tar. but still nnging are lus intricate gui to segway into the next song to close the system as set two begins. Keller opens how far one man can go with musical tar musings. and be dances to the other first set, the fan favorite by the Allman this set up with "Gimme Shelter," a Roll ability. He keeps out of the lime-light side of the stage to pick up a bass. The Brothers called "Midnight Rider.•· The ing Stones cover, that really gets the au because be is his own act. He is not quite next thing that fills the crowd's ears is a concert is far from over. dience going, then continues his feats that "jam." nor is he quite anything else. He, funky bass line to be intricately woven Ziggy's is one of many stops for seem like magic, even controlling sound like his followers, seeks something dif into the looped guitar riff. The audience Keller on his spring tour which takes him with what looks like the movement of bis ferent. I 10 Campus Chronicle A&E 'Passion' presents powerful Christian vision By Drew Mcintyre post-modem theology has added to Jesus' note in this film. Jim Caviezel ("The Gibson poured not only his heart but his Opinion Editor story. Gibson simply wanted to make a Count of Monte Cristo") portrays Christ, bank account into. realistic depiction of Christ's sacrifice as and Monica Bellucci (''Tears of the Sun" Odds are such that many of you have Ifs a rare thing these days for mov seen in the New Testament. Whether he and the last two "Matrix" installments) seen this film. I've heard very few nega ies with substance to make serious bank should have done something else is im plays Mary Magdalene. Caviezel was tive reviews by my friends. If you haven't at the box office. I'm not sure if that is material. What mat- an excel seen it, check it out. I would add that I reflective of society or industry-probably ters is that, for what lent casting don't agree with this movie being used both. In any case, "The Passion of the this movie is, it is a choice for by evangelical groups to "save" people. Christ'' has gone against the norm and masterpiece. several rea This is a movie people need to come to managed both to be a movie with depth There a few sons. First with a little bit of knowledge. It is a movie and purpose, while at the same time reach clever things Gibson of all, he for those that know and respect Christ's ing a large audience. Mel Gibson hasn't employed as director can pull off story and wish it to be made more real for made a perfect film, to be sure, but for that are worth noting. playing a them. "The Passion of the Christ" does what it is, ''The Passion " is about as good Satan has a presence Semitic just that. Gibson has made what I'm sure a movie as it could possibly be. throughout the movie. character; will be the standard for movies of its kind If you don't know who Mel Gibson While I don't believe it's nice not of decades to come. is - first off, just quit reading the A&E that this is clearly to have a page. Gibson is the star of movies like stated in any of the Gentile "Mad Max," ''What Women Want," "The four Gospels , I found Jesus for a Patriot'' and four ''Le thal Weapon" install this to be a very effec change. Theron is ments. He also directed and starred in tive way of showing Also, he "Braveheart," one of the greatest epics of that Christ was tempted throughout the has enough acting experience to be rec this generation and a personal favorite- ordeal. The way Gibson represents Sa ognized for his talent, but isn't famous 'Monster' not to mention a multiple-Oscar winner. tan is interesting; he appears as a woman, enough to distract moviegoers. The same ''The Passion of the Christ'' is only his but speaks with a menacing, masculine can be said for Bellucci. Caviezel de By Sara Gray second major directorial effort, and voice. The observant viewer should look serves extra praise, though, for literally Staff Writer though the technicalities are on a much at the way Satan stalks through the crowds suffering to make his depiction accurate. smaller scale, the subject matter is far during Jesus' torture and compare that to He was hurt several times during the film Serial killer Aileen Wuornos grander. the way Gibson showed Murron walking ing, most notably when a stunt went walked along the Florida highways I shouldn't need to tell you the plot. through the crowds during Wallace's ex wrong and he was actually flogged. Oh, finding her way by prostitution. She Even most non-Christians know some ecution in "B raveheart ." Also, there are yeah, and he was struck by robbed and murdered eight men in the thing of Christ's story. "The Passion of flashbacks throughout the movie. They lightning ... twice. Gibson also has to get years 1989-1990. She was arrested in the Christ'' follows seem to increase with in recognized for his intestinal fortitude. A 1982, convicted and then executed by the last 12 hours of tensity as the trial and lot of people didn't want to see this movie the electric chair in 1992. Charlize his life, beginning execution does. These make the light of day. Some had good Theron completely transforms herself with his arrest in serve a couple of pur reason to. Passion narratives have his into Aileen Wuomos in the film Mon the Garden of poses. They give the torically been used to blame Jew s for ster. Theron gained thirty pounds , en Gethsemane and viewer a little bit of a Christ's death and inspire anti-Semitism dured facial prosthetics and hours of through his execu reference point to mo with violent consequences. I believe he makeup to make her look complete. tion. There is also ments in Jesus' life, handled this controversy very well, The final result was astounding. She a hint at the resur from childhood and though. He stuck to his guns, made his unmistakably looked the part. rection as well. adulthood, that give a movie the way be wanted it and let the Monster is narrated by Aileen and Gibson's claim sense of hi story and critical chips fall where they may. Crit is told from her point of view. It fol throughout the make Him more human ics were mixed on it, not surprisingly - lows the two years of her criminal life. making of this film to us. Moreover, the but check out Roger Ebert's review; he The real story begins when Aileen un bas been the he was making a movie based flashbacks are honestly a welcome break gave it four stars and was dead on. The knowingly enters a gay bar to spend her on the passion narrative found in the New from time to time from watching the griz public has not been so mixed. The film last five dollars on booze. There, she Testament Gospels. He never claimed to zly torture onscreen that Gibson suc bas made nearly $300 million at this point, meets Selby, (Christina Ricci) a lesbian be making a movie about the life of Christ ceeded at making reali stic. and it's still number 2 at the box office. who wants nothing but to find a loving or a movie filled with all that modern and There are only two actors of serious This is a just reward for a movie that relationship after being sent away by her parents. When Aileen meets Selby, she rebuffs her advances and attempts to get close to her. However , Aileen is Eurotrip': a soon to be college classic lonely and desperate for anyone to love Don't expect this one to win an Oscar; it isn't that kind ofmovi·e~~~• her and they begin a relationship . Aileen continues to prostitute the By Katie Estler band. which is playing a very catchy tune Cooper anil ~y bitch a cheap Florida highways and after an arrange Layout Editor that runs through the movie "Scotty ride to London where they are abducted ment goes bad and she is raped, she be Doesn't Know."Imagine Scotty's smpnse by the Manchester iOcCer fansand wake gins her killing spree with this first en Llfe can be dcprcssing, and so are when the lead singer (Matt Damon) asks up ro find themsolffS in Paris. With only counter. Fueled by her love for Selby, someof OID'movies,""The Passion of the bis girl to come up to the stage, and there the luck found in movies, tbey catch up she gives her anything and everything Cluist" m pamcuJat.Who want& CO spend goes Fiona tearing up to the stage. That with theu friends from lligb school. she wants with the money she acquires. $7 .50 to be depressed? I sug1est is a real stab to the back, but what about twinsJenny (MidlelleTtaddenberg) and Their relationship deteriorates as Selby "Eurotrip."'Ibis high ICbooltrek across as the song goes on to tell about their Jamie (Travis Weller) lbat are touring becomes more money hungry and uses EuropeJS a clalaic oommellectoal col- freaky sex life but '•don't tell Scotty, be Borope. Aileen. Desperate to keep the unhealthy lcge humor movie. When this DVD cause Scotty doesn't know" Aft« an un 'Ibey am four <;razykids Jooaem relationship going, Aileen continues to comesout, it will ------dentandable night Europe on a~ find Scotty's true rob and murder men, using her rape as fit nu;ely between of biqe drinking, love. Thao Amed,c:ankids set lo •Y an excuse to make her actions valid. "Super Ttoopcn" Scotty returns to Europeto the fullelt. Thae's a tnp to As the film progresses, the audi and "Old Schooln his room lo find a one of Europe's fimoos nu.debeaches, ence feels sympathetic for her sad life 1..et•stalk bad slightly suggestive which features pouibly the largest col· and desperation . It is hard to find com days On gradua- e-mail from his ledlODof male D1lde6in movie history. passion for the character, but you be tlon day, Scotty Berlin pen pal There's also a cameo by Lucy Lawless gin to understand her feelings and pain . Tomas (Scott buddy, which he (that's right Xena Wamor Princess) as Theron gives a jaw dropping perfor M ec blow 1cz) responds to less MadameVaodereaeux as 1hecrew ex mance which won her an Academy basks m the JOYSof than enthusias- plores the freedoms of Amslerdam. Af Award for Best Actress. She accurately his high school ac- tically. terpttin&mugged. they learn tbeAmeri shows all the emotions that Aileen must complisbmonL Fiona (Kristin Kreuk), That's bad. Now imagine waking up can has a great value in certain parts of have felt; the loneliness, love, guilt and the love of his life, comes nmmng up to the next morning to have yoUT brother Europe. And, yes, you al.sosee the fa terror that plagued her life. Ricci plays sbaR 10 this moment, well actually to point out that the nerdy Berlin guy turned mous preview sceae where brother and Selby quite well too, making her an break up with him for no apparent rea- out to be a beautifol gul that Scotty has sister make out and prove that absinthe unlikable character in this film. son. This moment 1salso forever immor- grown extremely close to. Now she has being banned in America 1s a good idea Monster is one of the best films of rali7.ed10 the fanuly home video. In an blocked him due to that drunken e-mail If you want Hitlerjokes and blataut this past year. Even with its difficult effort IO lift his spints, he goes to the response. disregard for the Pope, this 1s your subject matter which hits the audience gmduabon party with his friend Cooper The girl you love is in Germany. movie It isn't deeply movmg; 1t im't hard, it proves to be worth watching. (Jacob Pitts) He has some drinks, hangs What do you do? You go to Berlin or al goang lo make you think; it 1s just to This film is one of my recent favorites out with some people and Hstcns to the least Europe. make you laugh and laugh you will and is a must see! Frida y, March 26, 2004 Organizations/ Spor ts Campus Chronicle 11 Alpha Gamma Delta aJways have a fantastic time with you. Lambda Chi Alpha mester Award, Mr Jeremiah P. Hood. Last month we also had a giant hall I Kappa Delta collecting monetary and food donations from area com panies, restau rant11and IT stores. Some of the donations went to a Baseball team off to slow start raffle held al the end of the race. Items By Bethany Da·rnll giv ing up no hits and mn s, striking oul The Sisters of Kappa Delta would such as tanning sessions, free dinners and Srqff Writer four. Center fielder Chri s Ramirez (.329 like to start out by thanking everyo ne for items from Omega Sports wen t to the BA) cont inued hitting well with three their support for our Shamro ck 5k Fun lucky winners. Food and drinks were pro The High Point baseball team has hit s and two RBI. Shortstop Matt Run . With clear blue skies and a brisk vided for the runners as well . All of the had its share of struggles this season, Calcagni also picked up three hits and early sprirlg breez e. runner s lirled up at Kappa Delt as look fowar d to an eve n getting off to a 4- 19 start . The Panthers two RBI's and scored two runs . Rey the starti ng line for the 8th Annual Sham greater and bigger event next year and the won their first game of the season against Roja s, Corey Stang , Brent Myers and rock 5k Fun Run. With the sound of the years to follow. With help from the whole Georgia Southern L4- 7, but so far this Justin Pinyan each picked up a hit. police car speaker, the race began. lead- community, they can change the lives of season they have had trouble combin On March IO against ranked North many future generations of children. ing runs and consistent defense to pick Carolina the Panthers would come close Congratulations goes out to all of our up the W. to beating the lfl.5 team in the nation , big and little sisters this semester! After a The Panthers played Elon on March hefore losing 9-7 in ten inning s. Head week of anticipation, the lit1les finally got 17 and lost 13-3 despite leading early, ing illlo the bottom of the ninth , the to see who their bigs were and it was a 3-1 off of Corey Steng's first home run Panthers held the lead 7-7, but Carolin a surprise to many! Congratu lations also of the season . Josh Doane st ored Rey would tie the game at 7-all before win goes out to the new members on their ini Rojas from first off \\ith an RBI double ning off a tenth inning two run homer tiation this week. We know that you all for the Panthers ' other run in the game, by Mell Adams. Josh Cotton had a '>olo ing the participants throughout the nearby will make a big difference in our sister but Elon would use four run s in the home run for the Panther s in the eighth streets of High Poillt. This year, we once hood! We are plannirlg oa enjoying a great fourth and five in the seventh to take the mning and went 3-4 on the night. Chri s again helped the children of High Point time at our White Rose Formal. lead and pulJ out of High Point 's reach . Ramirez went 3-4 as well, and catcher and around the country by raisillg money Another big thank you also goes out Clayton Gordner wm,the starting pitcher Matt Keever was 1-4 with 3 RBI. through their yearly philanthropic event to everyo ne who came to our KD St. for HPU and went 3 and 2/ 3 innings. Matt Kniginy zky pitched se ven for Prevent Child Abuse America. and the Patick's Day party at Triangle. The sea of giving up seven hits and six run s while solid innings for the Panthers , giving up local High Poillt Hallelujah House. The green outfits was a great sight to see ! striking out five. 5 runs, 3 earned , while striking out three. event, held in March of each year, brings The month of April brings papers and The Panthers were coming off a vic Travi s Motsinger and Mark Shore y together people of the city as well as the exams to many of our sisters but we are tory against Charlotte before the Elon closed out the game for the Panther s, camp us community to run approximately looking foward to having some fun as game , winning 6-4 off a strong perfor yielding a combined 4 runs, with Shorey 3.2 miles around the surroundirlg neigh well! We plan on bringirlg our Girl Scout mance from the HPU pitching staff. Bob picking up the loss. borhoods. Waiting at each turn are Kappa Troop to classes with us for a career day Helman picked up his first win of the The Panthers hope to tum their sea Delta Sisters, cheerirlg them on and point and a Dumpster Dive is plan ned with season . gomg 5 l/3 inning s yielding 6 son around and po st better result s ing them in the ng ht direction. Lambda Chi Alpha to raise money for hits , 4 mos (3 earned) while striking out agamst Big South opponent s. With more This year's event, chaired by Sabrina both of our philanthropies. Whe n the sun six. Matt Kniginyzky pitched 1 1/3 in than half the season left and the confer Ugolik and aided by Robin Lindsey, starts to shine a little bit more we wil be nirlgs and only gave up one hit and no ence ju st getting started. High Point will raised a large amount and is still receiv breaking out the hoses and buckets for a nm s to go along \\ ith two strikeouts. be looking for the opportunit ) to im ing donanons from outside sources. The car wash or two, so be on the look out for Mark Shorey picked up his first save of prove upon their record sisters spent a good part of the semes ter info on all of our events. the season, going the last 2 1/3 inrungs, 12 Campus Chronicle Sports Friday, March 26, 2004 Women's hoops Indoor track NCAA tournament full of surprises season ends falters in The NC AA college basketball tour began puHing for the underdog. nament has put me to the ultimate test. What's not to like about under tournament with success No ... not guessing who will win more dogs? Unless you were a Maryland fan games than my fnends because that will like me. why wouldn't you want to see opener By Melissa Caudill not happen any time soon. The test will UTEP knock them off in the fust round Staff Writer he how many hours can I sit m front of in dramatic fashion? Why wouldn't By Bethany DavoU a television and do nothing but watch a anyone outside of Duke fans root for Staff Writer The men's and women's indoor track single sport. This weekend I had to lllinois in the coming round? l might season concluded with the NCAA Na come close to breaking the record for a even buy an nlinois shirt for the game. The High Point women's basketball tional Meet held March 12 at the Univer person that is not paid to watch and Why should anyone cheer for Kansas team had their season come to an abrupt sity of Arkansas in Fayetteville. Taylor analyze the games. If it weren't for when they play the University of Ala halt after being upset by #6 seed Coastal Milne became the second High Point Uni class, \\Ork , eating. and the occasional bama-Birmingham? Honestly , our Carolina 68-62 on March 3 at hom e in versity athlete to qualify for the national restroom break, I do not country was founded by un the first round of the Big South Tourna meet by running a school and confere nce think I would have got derdogs, so rooting against ment. The Panthers found themselves record time of 4:02 in the mile. He placed ten up out of the blue them would almost be unpa down the entire game to Coastal, unable 13111in the event. chair in my living triotic. to find the team play that earn ed them the Numerous school records were bro room. Just ask anyone Now that the Turtles 3,d seed in the conference, after UNC ken this year, as the teams continue to that walked through my have been slain by the Asheville narrowly beat them out for the grow stronger. On the women's side, Kia house; 1· m not lymg. Orangemen, I have decided number two ranking. Westbrook broke both the 200 and 400 Why did J, a 21 to pick up the Nevada Wolf Junior Kate Jenner , playing in what meter record; Jemissa Hess broke the 800 year-old college student Pack as my new favorite would be her last game in a High Point and mile; Nicole Garner broke the weight with the ability to run team. I haven •t found any uniform after deciding to return home to throw ; Casey Gillingham broke the pole around outside on nice thing not to like about them. Australia following the season, had one vault and tied the high jump record with days, decide to sit on a Nevada is a pretty cool place of her best games, scoring 13 to go along Angel Diamond. For the men, Kirk Rud ratty old piece of furni except the whole barren with 15 rebounds, 2 blocks and 3 steals. der broke the 200 record, Henrik Webb ture with the curtains desert thing. Other than that, But Nikki Reddick would lead the way the 400, Milne the mile and 300 and Ken drawn? The answer is I know close to nothing for Coastal Carolina, pouring in 33 points Diaz for the weight throw. simple .. .I didn't want the glare on the about this team except that they really on the night en route to carrying her team Coach Al Barnes said, "I was very screen. I don't think "Stacy's mom'· enjoy playing basketball. There was a to the victory. HPU was down by six at pleased with the indoor season. Not put walking down the street in a bikini point in the game when one of the play halftime, 37-31, and Coastal's lead would ting a lot of emphasis on the indoor sea could have gotten me off that piece of ers made a clutch shot and started do grow as high as 14 with 9:28 remaining son beyond that of preparing us for out furniture. All right, l would have posi ing what I could only figure being some in the second half off of a three-pointer door track, I was very happy with some tioned myself in the chair so that r could kind of dance that has been outlawed by Reddick . High Point clawed their way progress I'm seeing on both the men's and get a good look out the door, but I would in 35 states. The point of the dance is back, pulling to within 2 with 37 seconds women's side. I feel we 're nicely poised not )cave the chair. that he was having fun and never gave left in the game off a layup from Katie for an even more successful outdoor cam These games have been perfect to up. O 'Dell. The Panthers were then forced to paign that should continue to produc e watch, except for Duke winning and There are 13 games left in the tour foul, and after missing her first foul at multiple school records and all-confer Maryland losing. Life isn ·t perfect. nament and the only thing that can be tempt , Reddick stole the ball back on the ence level performances." However, people cannot tell me that said for sure is that nobody knows what rebound, and converted her next two foul watching Nevada and Vanderbilt win will happen. ESPN's Andy Katz and shots. Coastal Carolina would seal the ning their respective games 10 get into Dick Vitale picked Stanford and Ken victory with two more from the line. Individuals interested the Sweet Sixteen is not fun to watch, tucky to win respectively. and now both Point guard Shorty Martin (13.7ppg, in editi.ngthe sports unless you are a Gonzaga or N.C. State teams have been sent packing for 4111in conference), named to the All-Big fan. It was great to sit in the living room home. The only thing that I can guar South Conference first team, had J 4 page next year, please with friends watching Nevada's Todd antee about the upcoming games is I points in the game, while Katie O'Dell Okeson bury three after three creating will be watching all of them in the blue (14 ppg, 3rnin conference) also named to contact Mr. Gaspenyat an uproar in the neutral arena as the fans chair in my living room. the All-Conference first team, had 12 x9115 points and nine rebounds, and freshman Katie Ralls added 10. Ralls, who made the All-Freshman team, led the Big South this season in assist to turnover ratio Men's squad falls one step shy of championship (1.76). In their last regular season of the game, the Panthers won at Winthrop, 82- By Taylor Humphreys HPU out-rebounded the Keydets 49-29 turned the ball over 21 times. Coach 57 with an all-around superb team per Staff Writer and had l l points off the bench from Lundy commented, "I'm very disap formance. Katie O'Dell and Shorty Mar Chris Meeks. Coach Lundy said, "Chris pointed, but our guys have nothing to tin each had 14 points while O'Dell added It started this past fall semester needed a game like tonight. He's be ashamed of." The Panthers won 19 8 rebounds, Chan Ingram scored 13, Katie during Family Weekend when the struggled with injuries ... he was a big games, shattering the old record of 11 Ralls 11, and Kate Jenner added 10 points women's soccer team advanced to the key for us tonight." High Point won eas and were also the second most im and 7 rebounds. High Point was ahead 48- Big South Championship game versus ily 75-43. proved team in the nation with 12 more 25 at half time after freshman Erica UNC Asheville and won in a close After losing at home to Coastal Caro wins than last season. Brockmyer was fouled on a good three shootout. The energy continued and lina on Feb. 9 by 21 points, the Panthers As a senior closing in on gradua pointer at the buzzer , and hit the ensuing jump-started the men's basketball sea got revenge in the second round of the tion, I feel like it's great to have a bas foul shot for the 4-point play. HPU's lead son to their best start ever in the con conference tournament by winning by 14, ketball team that we can brag about. would grow to as many as 34 points in ference with a 7-1 record. What am I 63-49. The first half featured 16 lead It's good to see the student section, the second half, as the whole team saw talking about? I'm talking about finally changes and six ties as High Point trailed whether sober or inebriated, screaming playing time and all but one scored. having school spirit when it comes to 30-28 at halftime. HPU then took con at the top of their lungs in hopes that The Panthers' lost a heart-breaking sports during the Big South Conference trol early in the second half with an 11-0 the opponent misses a free throw or a game at home, 55-52 against Radford, on playoffs. run spurred by three straight three-point jump shot. Knowing that you need to a three pointer by Sarah Stephens with 6.2 The men's basketball team entered ers by Zione White. Danny Gathings had get to the game 20 minutes early so you seconds remaining, her first three of the the tournament as the number two his league-leading 12mdouble-double and can get a seat in the student section is a year. High Point and Radford battled for seed only behind Liberty University. White tied his career high with 26 points. good thing. But this is what I don't much of the first half, with the Panthers After winning by one in the last 1.2 UNC Asheville made it 47-45 with 9:40 get-peop le that complain because taking the lead into the locker room 27- seconds against VMI, High Point saw to play, but with High Point scoring 14 of they can't see because of fans that ac 25 off a layup from Shorty Martin at the the Keydets again only six days later the game's last 15 points, the Panthers tually stand up throughout the game . buzzer. High Point got out to a 10-point in the first round of the tournament. emerged victorious. If you can't see-MOVE. lead to start the second half, but Radford HPU made their first eight shots and High Point then traveled to Liberty It's about time we stand up and battled back throughout the game before had a 12-point lead only six minutes University on March 6 to face the Lib cheer for a basketball team that loves pulling ahead in the last seco nds on into the game, eight of those points erty Flames on ESPN2 in the Big South student involvement. I will definitely Stephens' long three . Katie O'Dell was coming from Danny Gathing dunks. Conference Championship. High Point miss pregarning across the street with the high scorer for the Panther s with 13, After a Jumper by VMI to cut the lead only shot 25.4 percent from the floor and 25 of my closest friends to make sure Katie Ralls had 11, and Martin added 10. to 28-15, the Panthers then held the were 1 for 14 from three-pomt land. Jerry the other team goes to hell and back High Point , which lost three poten Keydets scoreless for the last 8: 14 of Echenique led the Panthers with nine for 40 minute s while in the Millis Cen tial starters at the beginning of the sea the period and finished on a 12-0 run points while White and Landon Quick ter. For that, l praise this year's Lundy son, closed the year out with a 14-14 to go into the locker room up 40-15 . both contributed seven apiece. HPU Lunatics . record, 8-7 in the Big South. ~ In A&E · Theater department seeks theological truths in 'J.B.' HG4POIHTUMVERSITY .-~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY Camgus Chronicle .._ VOL. 11, NO. 9 RIDAY, Apr il 23. 2004 HIGH POINT, N.C. New student government office rs Graduation- make plans for next school year set for May 8 By Kathleen McLean passing his predecessors. His main is supposed to be very extravagant, ac This year's Baccalaureate service Staff Writer project for next year is to have surveil cording to Armer, who is already in the will be held on May 7 at 6 p.m. at lance cameras installed in the parking planning stages with Rans Triplett, dean Wesley Memorial United Methodist Over 3,000 students attend High lots. Michener said, "It is one of the big of residence life. She also wants to cre Church, which is located at the inter Point University, but only 39 attended issues on campus and it's a good way to ate a Habitat for Humanity Day as a com section of Chestnut and Westchester the Student Government Associat ion spend our money and make students feel munity service project to unite the fresh Drives. meeting on April 15. safe." men during orientation. Graduation will take place on May On that day, the new executive com He will be working with junior Another plan of Armer's is to bring 8 at 9 a.m. on the lawn in front of the mittee was sworn into office with junior Nicole Armer, who was elected execu High Point University its first real con Wrenn Building. In the case of rain, the Chris Michener as president. Michener tive vice president for a second term and cert. "This is a major 'if,' but I want to event will be moved to the Millis Ath has been attending SGA meetings since who is also involved in representation bring Maroon 5 to campus," said Armer. letic and Convocation Center and will he was a freshman and is a soccer player, of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. "I "They are a band that is just starting to be divided into two ceremonies. Day resident assistant and university ambas believe Chris will be an excellent presi make a name for them, and it will bring students wiU receive their diplomas at sador. "This is another way to help the dent and that we'll make a great team, " publicity to the school and will be a huge 9 a.m., while Evening Degree and students and give back to the university," said Armer. "He knows what he wants event that will unite the campus." Armer graduate students will be graduated at said Michener. "I can be a voice for the to do and I believe he has the drive to hopes to have the concert next Septem 2p.m. students." fulfill his dreams and goals." ber on the soccer field. This year's graduating class is Michener said that winning this Armer is in charge of what she re Michener has also announced other comprised of over 600 students. election was a rush because he has lost ferred to as the "fun stuff." She orga plans, such as a beautification project several elections in the past. He is look nizes dances, orientation and Honors that will improve the benches on cam- Twenty-five Junior ing forward to the challenge of being a Day . One of the big events for next year See SGA, page 7 Marshals selected representative of the students and sur- is the 80'h annual homecoming, which Twenty-five students have been The history of selected as junior marshals of this year's commencement services. Students from Campus gardens now abandoned the junior class are chosen based on aca HPU football .... demic rank. By Alexis Winning cord ing lo local historian Mary Lib By Ash ley Ho dge The 2003-04 co-chief junior mar Staff Writer Joyce, it was quite a spectacle in High Staff Writer shals are Brian N. Gallimore, Mary K. Point. After Carrick's death, the bulbs Law and Kathleen M. McLean. While campus awaits the gardens were transferred, and Joyce describes the Fall comes and the leaves tum red, The other junior marshals are: Chad being placed at Hayworth Chapel, many presentation of the bulbs to High Point orange and brown, decorating a town in a R. Bowman, Wynona S. Brinegar, Ri stude nts haven't taken notice of the Doak College as "a crisp, engaging beauty. But fall signifies chard S. Bundy, Jeremy R. Dicus, Kurtis Bain Carrick Memorial Gardens just off ~-= big to-do." If more than just foliage to a sports fan; it B. Eckard, Terri L. Engle, Amanda R. the Greenway behind the tennis courts. thousands means it's time for football. Fans fill the Frisbee, Angela L. Garvin, Hunter B. The truth is there aren 'l really any came to see parking lots, cooking hot dogs and ham Gray, Zachary T. Hartley, Meredith B. gardens to see. There are no nowers, only the daffodils at burgers with delicious aromas. Students Hendrix, Kristen A. Kelps, Tamara D. a tablet attached to a brick base that stands Carrickmoor, come out in their team colors; alumni Koontz, Emily A. Markis, Jennifer M. as a reminder of a "distinguished horti why have wear their alma mater's sweatshirts Messick. Margaret L. O'Neal, Valarie culturist." Carrick is not a High Point these gardens proudJy; and other loyal fans come to sup M. Patterson, Jared G. Prunty, Kelly C. College alumnus, but in fact graduated been left to port their team in hopes of rushing the Rushin, Joel F. Stubblefield, Kristen E. from Wake Forest Co!Jege in 1910. Born disintegrate field and tearing down the goal posts. But Via and Rosemary E. Wagner. in Lexington on Dec. I 1, 1888 to Rever into another for High Point University, there is no sta end Thomas and Mary Bain Carrick, this part of the city dium. There's no smell of hotdogs and Men's team excels bachelor went on to become a professor of High hamburgers. There is no football team. in Big South tennis of pomology (the scientific study and cul- Point's past Why? tivation of fruits) at the College of Agri- II a AA and the ON LY PLAQUE REMA INS IN "Well, there are two stories. One I Three men's tennis players have culture at Cornell University in Ithaca, MEMORIALGARDENS University's have heard, and the other I have read on been selected to the Big South all-con N.Y. According to the Vice President of as well? paper," Athletics Director Woody Gibson ference team. the Office for Institutional Advancement, Along with the many students who said. It seems High Point University em C. Lefler, Carrick left $20,000 are not aware of these Memorial gar- Johan Dorfh of Jarfal la, Sweden Mr. John braces its own urban legend that circu and Chris Archer of Hilton, England to High Point College in his trust after his dens, there are many administrators who lates around campus every year, about death in 1962, and the expe ndable income are also clueless about their existence. were honored for their accomplishments why there isn't a team. According to the in singles and doubles competition, and was to be u~ed to maintain the Memorial When you mention the garde ns to a HPU rumor, the team in 1950 was terminated Mike Tolman of Flock ton, England Garde ns. student, a corruno n answer is, "Oh, the due to a player who was either kiJled or gained all-conference recognition for his The original daffod il bu lbs were September 11th Memorial (along the paralyzed, depending on what version you singles play. planted at Carrickmoor, which was lo- creek)." However, when you ask class hear. Either way , something happened to Last year's Big South champ ions, cated at the west end of Parkway, and ac- See Gardens, page 5 the student, and his parents were big con- the men's team accum ulated a 16-4 See Football, page 6 overall record, including 15 consecutive victories, and finished second in the con Page 3 Page 7 Page 12 ference this season. In addition, Dorfh, a senior, won the Mccas lin conference's Men's Scholar-Athlete Does Iraq A final award. relocating Mr. Jerry Tertazag1an is head coach parallel word from of both the men·s and women's tennis to North teams. Vietnam ? Graff compiled by Andrea Griffith Texas 2 Campus Chronicle EDITORIAL Friday, April 23, 2004 Staff Editorial~=====~ Liberal bias impacts Spring brings with it university campuses By Jonathan Miller At UC-Berkeley, the course descrip hectic schedules as Staff Writer tion for "The Politics and Poetics of Pal estinian Resistance" in Fall 2002 stated College, aside from all the parties that "conservative thinkers are encour year draws to a close and fun, is time to gain knowledge aged to seek other sections."' Students at What is it about spring that ushers dents spend fall break at home. It is a through scholarship and research and en- Southern Methodist University, UC in an urgency for laziness, a need to be more laid-back time; students catch up gage in reasoned discussion about intel- Irvine and the University of Washington outdoors with little on the agenda? The on sleep and, to some degree, homework. Jectual and cultural traditions in pursuit held "affirmative action bake sales" to longer days, with their sunny weather, Spring break is vastly different. Many of the truth. Performing such tasks will protest the categorization of applicants beg to be basked in. Yet students find students spend their time on cruises and better prepare students to become produc- based on skin color. All three bake sales themselves more swamped than ever as beaches, on trips that have forced them tive citizens within society. were shut down by the administrations. the school days dwindle. to save their work study checks for Colleges and universities shou ld In the case of the U. of Washington pro No matter how hard students try to months. There is a higher level of ex strive to guarantee all their students this test, the reason given for the closure was pace themselves for citement surround opportunity; however, that the event endan the semester's end, it r======~ ing this break, which for such an opportu- ~======~gered public safety inevitably creeps up ·'No matter how hard generally leads to a nity to be available, " ..• on many campuses because a few uwuly on us. Suddenly, we students try to pace higher level of party- free speech must rule across this nation free students who were are faced with mul- ing and an attitude of the day. Yet on many speech does not prevail. angry at the protesters tiple papers, presen- themselves for the disregard toward camp use s across the tore down their signs tations and exams, all semester's end. it schoolwork, at least nation free speech Unfortunately, free and physically threat- while we try to enjoy inevitably creeps up." for the week. does not prevail. Un- speech has been replaced ened th e students the spring weather So students re- fortunately, free holding the sale. wi th friends we L:;;;======.:.1turn and are faced speech has been re- by selected speech." Rather than arrest or woo 't see again until August. Those fac with figuring out their summer job situ placed by selected detain the violent of- ing graduation feel rushed to make their ation while balancing the demands of speech. fenders, the campus police simply shut last days at High Point University a school. What is the solution to this? Students at Citrus College, a public down the event. worthwhile time with friends, but they Maybe the whole scenario is unavoid institution in California, were given an Does anyone notice a recurring also have dozens of loose ends to tie up, able. Major papers will never be due at extra credit assignment by Professor theme here? The evidence for such bi the most obvious being those final the beginning of the semester, and this Rosalyn Kahn as part of a required speech ased violations goes on and on. These classes, graduation plans and senior is probably to most students' satisfaction. class in which they were ordered to write particular incidents were documented by seminar projects. Though we pay for it in the end, there is letters to President Bush protesting the www.studentsforacademicfreedom.org. And so, while seniors try to figure something utterly joyful about the slower war in Iraq. Those who wrote letter s Apparently, campuses can no longer have out where they will call home next year, pace of the semes ter 's beginnings. praising the Iraq campaign or who refused open, honest debate. No, that is mislead other students are doing the same when For now, all we can do is keep our to mail their letters to the president's of ing. There is open and honest debate, only it comes to on-campus housing sign-ups. schedule s steady. Take some time for fice were denied credit for the assign if you happen to subscribe to the ideo They are also deciding on next year's friends and hobbies between study ses ment. A criminology class at a Colorado logically liberal majority. Conservative classes, and some are working the spring sions. If nothing else, our frantic end of university was told to wri te an essay on viewpoints must "seek other sec tions." furniture market. the year pace will teach us to cherish the why President Bush was a war criminal. Whatever happened to the days when But what makes the spring all that small fraction of free time we have in When a student instead wrote why campuses were known for great political different from the fall? For one, most stu- the lovely spring weather. Saddam Hussein was the war criminal, she was given a failing grade. See Academic Freedonz, page 3 THE CAMPUS CHRONICLE STAFF Editor in Chief: Andrea Griffith What would Jesus do Assistant Editor/Layout Editor: Katie Estler Opinion Editor: Drew Mcintyre Greek/Organization Editor: Sylvia Harwood at the voting booth? Sports Editor: Kenny Graff Photographer: Krista Adkins By Bill Piser the time. The GOP opposed abortion, Staff Writer supported family values and sought to Printer: WW Printing & Graphics battle the secularism that the liberals rep Adviser: Michael Gaspeny Is Jesus a Republican? Some on resented. this campus would certainly try to con I didn't really question the conclu Staff members: Ali Akhyari, Angel Ashton, Allyson Bond, Jacqueline Cheek, vince you that the Savior is a full sions that I had drawn about my politi Melissa Caudill, Brianne Coone, Samuel Demiss, Josh Farrington, Sarah Gray, fledged member of the GOP. In fact. cal views until earlier this year, when I Ashley Hodge, Pamela-Montez Holley, Taylor Humphrey s, Trevor McDonald, some students I have spoken to this year attended a dinner for visiting lecturers Kathleen McLean, Jonathan Miller, Bill Piser, Amanda Roberts, Derek would go so far to say (jokingly, I hope) Eleanor Clift and Tom Braz.aitis spon Shealey, Clifford Smith. Gena Smith, Joel Stubblefield, Erin Sullivan and that a Christian is m some way required sored by the political science depart Alexis WlDDing. to support the Republican Party and ment The Newsweek columnist and lier George W. Bush if he claims to be sin Washington correspondent husband Phone number for Chronicle office: (336) 841-4552 cere in his faith. asked if there were any students who Email address: [email protected] Al one time I might have made the held political views that were in opposi The opinions expressed in this newspaper do not necessarily reflect the same argument, but several things have tion to those held by their parents. My perspective of High Point University students, administrators, staff or trustees. changed my mind during my time at parents being Democrats, I raised my Signed columns, letters and cartoons solely represent the outlook of their High Point. Hopefully. I'll be able to band and explained how my religious authors and creators. Unsigned editorials, appearing on opinion pages, express shed some light on the side of the story beliefs caused me to stray from my the majority view of the staff. that the so-called Christian Republicans family's political allegiances. Clift and simply aren't telling by sharing my per Brazaitis proceeded to raise the question, Letters policy ... sonal journey regarding this issue. "Would Jesus be a Democrat or a Re I have never claimed allegiance to publicanr' Brazaitis remarked that Jesus The Campus Chronicle urges readers to submit letters to the editor. the Republican Party, choosing instead The salutation should read: To the Editor. Letters should be typed and was a radical and might be a better fit in to be a ''fence-sitting" Independent, but should not exceed 300 words. They must be signed and include the author's the Democrat camp. That nighl's con when I became a Christian during my versation got me thinking seriously phone and address for purposes of verification. No letter will be published freshman year at HPU it was as if I was without confirmation of the author's identity. Please do not send anonymous about how my faith impacted my politi letters or form letters. baptized into the world of conservative cal beliefs. values and the GOP. Some of the Chris Jesus seemed to have two huge pet tian friends I made were staunch Repu~ peeves during His earthly ministry; self The staff reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity and grammar, in licans, and a churches I attended addition to the right to reject a letter based on the judgement of the editors and few righteousness and hypocrisy. These two adviser. would even sing the praises of our characteristics seemed to be most preva ''born-again" president . Entrenched m lent in a sect of the Jewish people called Mail your letter to: The Editor, Campus Chronicle, Box 3111, High Point this enV1JOnment.I acceptedthat the Re the Pharisees. The Pharisees were the publican Party was the political party for University, High Point, NC 27262. Email your letter to [email protected]. super-religious people of Jesus' day. those who held faith to be an important Jesus' Politics, page 4 and enduring value. It made sense at See Friday, April 23, 2004 OPINION Campus Chronicle 3 Happiness as choice: why you are Transi~ion responsible for your state of mind to senior There are a lot of miserable people here] looking for happiness. Then there !ems of the average 18-21 year old year brings walking around campus right now. On are the narcotics. Not just illegal drugs, across the world. top of the usual college drama of mind you. A narcotic is anything a per I do believe a major factor in the classes, re son uses to numb themselves to whatever unhappiness of the average sad Joe is a anxiety lationships it is they need to escape. For college stu lack of perspective . Always keep in and other dents. and maybe most adults, the two mind that, no matter now bad your situ One writer reflects on what activities, most common are alcohol and sex. Not ation may be, there is not one dead per it means to have just one we have to that these two things are bad within them son that wouldn't trade places with you year left~=====~ add the selves; like most things, it is what you do right now - no matter your situation. It drama of fi with them. It just i~ a true cliche By Erin Sullivan nals and, so happens these that any day Staf!Wnt er .______. for some, are common es " ...each individual controls above ground is Drew graduation. capes for college a good day. Get The school year's almost over. There whether or not he or she is Mcintyre - W_iththat~ students. over yourself are some of you who are graduating; some mtnd, It My point is happy. If you are looking and make the of you are moving up a year; some of you Opinion Editor seems an that each indi to something outside of most of what are failing out (Tt's OK. The English lan appropriate vidual controls you have. As guage is a hard concept to grasp). I my time to discuss the choice of happiness. whether or not he yourself for happiness, Morgan Free self am about to become a senior. OK, that Burton Hills said, "Happiness is or she is happy. If you're not going to find man said in the needs to be emphasized: A SENIOR. [' m not a destination. Ltis a method of life.·• you are looking to classic sure there are many people in the same First off, we aren't guaranteed happi something outside satisfaction. It is ...simple "Shawshank position as me, and they're probably very ness. The Constitution gives us the right of yourself for and ...cornplicated." Redemption," excited. Perhaps they haven't thought of to pursue it, but that does not make it happiness, you're "Get busy livin' the repercussions of becoming a senior the government's responsibility to en not going to find or ge t busy that I, unfortunately, have thought of. sure our happiness. Religion can't do satisfaction. It is both that simple and that dyin'." Consider this your end-of-year First of all, the obv ious point: You it. No faith can promise happiness. I complicated. Aristotle said, "Happiness wake up call. Life is too short and too have one school year standing between a can only speak to Christianity, but l depends on ourselves." That is the bot special to waste wrapped up in triviali sheltered and pampered you, and a harsh, think it is true that any faith cannot guar tom line. The odds are that whatever we ties. At the end of the day, you are ulti cruel world. You may be complaining antee happiness. How many religious encounter on a day-to-day basis as col mately responsible for your emotional about the cafeteria food and the lack of people do you know that are miserable? lege students m America is absolutely state. If you want to be happy, just de parking now, but just wait until you're liv Too many go to [insert higher power miniscule in comparison with the prob- cide to be so. ing in a box and complaining about the fact that the soup kitchen doesn't carry enough of a variety of soups. At least you Free speech, won't have to worry about parking then. Iraq: comparisons to You think I'm overreacting? Yeah. you can think that while you wave to me as balance at the I'm sweeping out my box. After all, 1f I'm Vietnam appropriate? going to live in a box, rm going to Jesus' Politics. continued from Harmful American obsession with page 2 ~~~~~~~~ They were zealous followers of God's beauty distorts our perspectives Lav.., and they wrongly took pride in their outward obedience and righteous By Ali Akhyari through facial expressions and testimony bitter taste of love to swallow that idea. ness. while therr hearts were actually very far from loving God. To make Staff Writer that she is unimpressed, to put it mildly. Anyway, how could you explain Anna She slowly eliminates those that she likes Nicole Smith marrying 89-year-old bil matters worse, the Pharisees brought othen; down with their hypocris) - they He is a magnificent specimen of a the least. Then, just as she's starting to lionaire J. Howard Marshall except by man. He is adored by women every see past the physical appearance to the real love (that's a joke). said that e\'eryone else had to be like them. Today, the Pharisees would say where. H.ischarm and dashing good looks individual, she is reminded of her hypno The issue here is that rm afraid that by opposing abortion , fightmg ho are irresistible to those he impresses them sis to which we are all subject. An equal people get confused as to who they truly mosexuality. are supporting other so upon. l am talking about Austin Powers. number of hunks are suddenly brought are. I'm in that boat as well. Imagine you This is comedy, but it addresses an im onto the scene for her to choose from. wake up one morning and look in the called Biblical values, that they were fulfilling God's commands and doing portant contemporary issue: beauty. We Immediately, you see her fall back into mirror but what you see you cannot rec are obsessed with it and go to amazing the Hollywood hypnosis and remember ognize. Would you know that it was you? what was pleasing to Him. lengths to obtain it. But how is beauty that beauty is strictly physical. She picks If you answered "yes," then you probably Christ denounced the Pharisees re defined? What is the model? one of the hunks in the end, which just already identify yourself by other means peatedly saying though they obeyed the My best guess is that there is a little proves the tragedy that we are increas in addition to physical appearance. Per outward requirements of the Law. they man known as the "Wizard" who controls ingly identifying ourselves solely on how haps you recognize your love for poetry, completely missed the mark when it came to the full weight of what God 's this behind a curtain. I believe a girl from we look. or football, or the beach or pepperoni Kansas and her dog found him one time. We are the clothes we wear and the pizza. You may also see that I find these commands required. Jesus was angered He decides what is attractive and floods length of our hair. We are defined by~e plastic surgery shows disgusting, not be by the pride they took in abusing the the television, the movies, music, posters size of our breasts and our muscles. Un cause they're graphic, but for the depress Law and claiming that they bad righ In the I and fashion runwa ys with examples from fortunately, time will have its way with ing thought process and motive drivers teously obeyed it. same way, his control booth. I will call it Hollywood these things. But don ' t despair, true behind them. think that it would be quite arrogant to for short. In turn , we as a society, are beauty is not so fickle. So who are we I'm reminded of a scene in the movie claim that a pobtical party rallying taken in by this and believe that beauty really and for that matter, what is beauty? "What Dreams May Come." Robin Wil around a few moral instructions is bas to look a certain way. In fact, it has Sunsets are beautiful as well as liams' character is having trouble walk pleasing to God. This is the same party worked so well that MTV has a show beache s. Waterfalls are beautiful , too. ing on water in the after life. Cuba who, as a whole. desires smaller gov and called "I Want A Famou s Face," which However, I'm not physically attracted to Gooding Jr.'s character is standing on top ernment fewer social welfare pro documents people that go through gro them. I mean, I wouldn't want to date of the water while Williams is standing grams that benefit the poor, despite the tesque cosmetic surgeries to look more Wrightsville Beach although I think it is underwater on the bottom. Wimams is part of Christ's chief command that says I like a celebrity. They show, with the man beautiful. Something is beautiful because having trouble seeing himself as more to "love your neighbor as yourself.·• gling of faces and bodi es, how superfi it simply does what it was created to do. than just a physical body. Gooding asks fear at times that the Republican Party cial we have become. We have become Even a lion catching its prey is beautiful. him something like, "If you cut off your may observe the commands of Christ convinced that to be attractive and a bet Can this apply to the human race? Is arm, would you still be you?" William s to some extent, but they miss the heart ter person, we have to look like Holly our purpose on this earth simply to be thinks for a moment, and after realizin g of the good news that He brought. wood. beautiful at all cos ts? I can not waste that his body was just a shell for his true Don't get me wrong. In no way A perfect example of this is "Aver words on this option; after all, this article self, he floats to the top and joins am I saying that the Democrats have it age Joe." I have to admit that I did watch has size limits. Now, some may say that Gooding. Why don't you ponder that for all together when it comes to their po I this one, although I generally stay away our purpose is to find a mate and perpetu a moment and take a deep breath . See if litical values or agenda. simply want from reality television. On this show a ate the human race through procreation, you don't swallow some enlightening to encourage people to dig beneath the "beautiful" young woman is forced to date which means that physical beauty is an water. Anyway, you have to realize that surface of what society tells ns. ehris and choose among many average and un important factor in attracting ano ther. you 're underwater to be saved from tians can be Democrats, Republicans, attractive males. She make s it clear However, one would have to ignore the drowning in the first place. Independents, and, bell, they can even be Socialist or Fascists if that's what floats their boat. Just don' t tell me that the Bible commands my Republican Learning to value one's mistakes allegiance. or that some political party is actually representative of the teach A senior reflects on what she has learned as graduation draws near·~~~~~~~= ings of Christ. By Janet Francis insecure person. grets stay with you and they make you Staff Writer Mistakes happen all the time, but stronger by giving you a deeper sense mistakes are not what we learn from. of who you do not or do, want to be Congratulations to As my college career careens to an People make the same mistakes over and come. Learning from our mistakes is end. I look back on these past four years over again No two regrets are alike and embracing our mistakes as something the 2004 University and question what it is exactly that that is due to the nature of regret itself. important enough to call regret. These makes me different now than when I Regrets are feelings of disappointment things will change us in ways a simple Awards recipients: graduated from high school. Obviously, about something that one wishes could be shp-up never could. I am now equipped with four more years different. It does not have to mean that Muhammad Ali once said, "The of education. but I'd like to think I've you wished it never would have hap man who views the world at 50 the same gained more than simply a notable GPA pened. as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of for au rve been through. Anyone can shrug off a mistake with his life." Achieve111e11t Students freshly arriving at college "Oops, I did it again,'' but if you trnly I agree with Ah. We should keep look forward to ad, enture, opportunity learn from your mistake and own up to it on making mistakes. The ones that we Chara Freeman and excitement. No one ever looks for as regret, you are truly regret will ward to the inevitable mistakes and. yes. far less likely to bring a greater un regrets that accompany all great jour have a repeat per ''We should keep on mak derstanding of Citizenship neys. I used to look at regret as a thing formance. what we strive for. to be shunned. I told myself that I would We all have our ing mistakes. The ones as well as what we Adam Canevazzi never have regrets. own regrets. There that we truly regret will have learned. Mistakes. yes, but regrets, no. I used are things about our bring a greater under Graduation to feel that a rrustake that is learned from past decisions. ac means a lot of Leadership should never be considered a regret. tions and even rela standing of what we strive changes. Looking Through these last four years, I've ac tionships that could for, as well as what we back, I could have Samantha Routh quired quite a different notion of regret. have turned out dif taken many differ One of my professors once touched ferently. Embracing have learned :· ent roads to this on the topic of regret. He said something these mistakes as same destination. Service along the lines of regret being a part of regrets will allow us Thoug h I may not humanity . Every person has regrets and to keep them in mind instead of shrug have the same regrets as I do now, I also Tiff any Cherry should not be ashamed of them but em gmg them off and allowing them to hap wouldn't have learned as much. nor brace them. They are part of what make pen again. would I be the person I am now. each ofus unique . I like th.is idea. Mistake after mistake will not make My advice: keep on living and Those who are in denial about hav us better people. They will only make us making mistakes. They are exactly what ing any regrets simply have not learned unreliable and predictable by creating a make you a better person in the end, but that having regret does not make you an self-destructive pattern in our lives. Re- only if you truly regret them. Friday, April 23, 2004 NEWS Campu s Cltro11ic/e 5 Atkins diet has its cost Choir travels to Florida on tour By And rea Griffith group, the Petal Points, who marked their By Dana R. Yates steadily improve, and will remain so, for Editor in C/11ef debut perfonnance. Staff Writer as long [as) they continue the program.'' Though they didn't realize it initially. The health of Dr. Robert Atkin s. at After classes commenced following the group later agreed that the Downtown Everyone is looking for that quick the time of his death , has some ques spring break, about 25 singers in the Disney stage was probably a better venue fix diet , a way to lose the pounds with tioning the safety of the diet. Atkins. university's choral program went on their than those inside the parks. out the wait. 72. died last April after slipping on an annual spring tour from March 17-23. "The performance was better than l Diets in the past dealt with count icy street in New York. Citin g a report This year. the groups traveled to Florida expected," said Dr. Billy Summers. cho ing calories or fat, but today they are all by New York City's medical examin er. and were greeted by sunny beaches and ral director. ''I've taken groups to sing tn about carbohydrate s. Over 25 million CBSNews.com reported that ''b efo re amuseme nt parks. the [Disney] parks before and the crowd Amencan people are on the ··revolution lAtkins's) death , he had suffered a heart The trip served as a mce contrast has only been 20 or 30 people." ary'' Atkins diet. each giving their suc attack. cong estive heart failur e an of '63 alum na Kay Dickinson. she says. Students critique meal plan options ''That was a special place." Dickrnson, a Phi Mu, graduated the year the Gardens By Briann e Coone had improved srnce their treshman year. dents are capable of providing their own were donated and has fond memories of Staff Writer HPU has a contract with Aramark. meals. lavalier ceremo nies taking place there. one of the leading food service providers The only way to be excused from Lavaliering is a special event in Greek life worldwide. As part of the contract, all purchasmg a meal plan is if there are ex where fraternity or sorority members give A contract with Aramark takes away students residing on campus must pur tenuati ng circumstances, such as a stu their future fiances a pendant to be worn students' choices about what to eat and chase a meal plan Aramark keeps records dent on a special diet. recommended by around the neck which entitles them to when to eat 1t. OK. maybe thafs a bold of how many people eat and what was a doctor Tern Kane. director of •.audent wear the society's letters. stateme nt. Students can choose from what served on any given day Through these accoun ts. said, "These cases are rare " Dicki nson says students probably the cafeteria offers or they can opt not to recordc;, the company determines the cost Stephame Arnette. a jumor IP, ing in don't know of the gardens because the eat m the cafeteria, but 1fthey live on cam of food and how many people should be the 61hStreet apartments, is one of the fev. times have changed. Many students did pus and choose to eat elsewhere, they do on staff in the cafeteria. ex.empt from purchasing the meal plan. not have cars in the 1960s and therefore not get a refund for the meals they paid Dean of Students Gart Evans said, She had to fight to be excused from the ~pent more llme on campus when she at for at the beginning of the year when they ''If every person ate there every smgle plan. but m the end, with notes from her tended High Point. Carrick, a formcr purchased the required boarding plan. meal, we would have to increase the staff, family doctor and a nutritionist. she won High Point high <:chool principal ( 1912- Everyone living on campus knows we would have to increase food and actu her protest. 1913 ). made the decision to leave a hefty about the university's requirements to pur ally that would drive the cost up.'' The senliment about the meal plan donation to this institution as well as to chase a meal plan for $3.790 per year. re Aramark factors in the students who seems unanimous among students. They many more. Why would this special i,t m gardless of do not eat in thmk it 1s · ·outrageou:-.," "a np -off" 'ri the transportahon of fruit and vegetables whether you eat in the cafeteria, diculous.'' Students want more options for the Umted States Department of Ag the cafeteria. go but have pur than the current meal plan offers. liemor riculture write High Pomt into his trust? out for your meals chased a meal Kevm Keefe said 1f he had the choice he Possibly because although he never at or eat 10 your plan. Evans would "use more money m the Pomt tended this school. his family lived on rhe room This in said. "Part of area." comer of Mont lieu and Mam Street. mak cludes students their budget- Evans said, "'There are certainly ing High Point his true home living 10 apar t- ing process is changes that can still be made, and I think The plaque also states that the ments equipped keeping the that Aramark will continue to work with benches m the garden were in memory of with a full kitchen. costs low. us to give us some d1fferen1 plans .. He Carrick's parents. What benches'! Hid Some stu- Even though would like to see the convenience store den behind some trees stands one lonely dents have com - we say. "Yeah, expanded to cover the whole bottom floor and decrepit park bench facing the creek plained because r uoTo n, 1,.RJ!ff\ ,o 11.i!' History professor departs HPU, heads for Texas 1 By KathleenMcLean Washington" was nominated for the miss the opportunity to take another one Vance Davis. vice president of academic Staff Writer Pulitzer Prize in biography and received ofMcCaslin's classes. affairs and Chancellor Jacob C. awards from the Virginia Historical So ''I've had some great students here Martinson. Candidates will also have He chaired the Faculty Council for ciety and Austin Civil War Round Table. and r ll miss them very much as well;' the opportunity to teach classes and meet two years and has been the mentor for McCaslin said that his experience at High said McCaslin. ·•1have a feeling that I students. AJpha Phi Omega fraternity. He has Point has been very valuable and contrib will stay in contact with many students Davis said that the school wants ' hosted the College Bowl, and the only uted in his productivity as a writer, de for years to come:' someone who is a good teacher. has good time he was in the Raft Debate, he won. velopment as a teacher and development Senior Jana-Marie Winer had only credentials and has a char.1cter that fits Students frequently stop in his office to of his personal relationships with students met McCaslin once. at the Consortium on the institution. Martinson agreed and ' discuss grades, plan field trips or share and colleagues. Revolutionary Europe held in Febmary added that he looks for a commitment . jokes. Dr. Richard Mccaslin, professor His colleagues have supported his de but was anxious to work with him on her to students. responsibility and a life out 1 of history, has a large presence on cam cision to go to Texas but will miss him. proposed senior seminar project on El side the classroom. "My best memories ' pus, but on March 16, to his frontier his Dr. Frederick Schneid. professor of his Paso. Junior Marshall Jones agreed with from school are of those when my teach tory class he announced, "If you planned tory, said, "I'm glad he's getting his dream Winer when she said McCaslin has a col ers took a personal interest in my well on taking any courses with me or work job, but I will miss him terribly because orful personality, which he was able to being," said Martinson. "Teaching is a rng on your senior seminar with me next he has been a good friend from day one.·· bring out in his classes. calling and it comes from an interest in year. I won't be here. But if you want to Professors on campus agree that he McCaslin's fall courses will be taught people.'' make the 1, l 00 mile commute to Denton is an excellent scholar, fine teacher and by Dr. Christopher Oakley and Dr. McCaslin was visible in many as ' (Texas) to take my class, you are more ··one heck of a nice guy.'' "He represents Geoffrey Spur. and his advisees will be pects of student life. He has been raffled than welcome:· a cornerstone at the University." said Dr. reassigned by Dr. D. Allen Goedeke. as off by the Panther Club to take alumni Next year, McCaslin will be the Clinton Corcoran, professor of religion sistant dean for academic development. on field trips and has also been part of Texas historian at the University of North and philosophy. "He's more than just a Dr. James Stitt, history department the Odyssey Club field trips to Wash Texas. He will be teaching only two faculty member. To me, he's the soul and chair, said that it's impossible to find a ington. D.C. classes a semester, which incJude a sur spirit of the school, and rmgoing to miss permanent replacement for next year be When asked what he would like to vey class on Texa~. graduate research and h1m.. " cause the history department faculty be remembered for, McCaslin said, "I reading sem inars on Texas and an occa "I'll miss the many friends I've had wants to find the best person for the job. was dependable in all aspects; profes sional U.S. survey class. McCasHn will at HPU. especially my colleagues in the "We have a strong department with a good sionally active. involved in the campus ' have more time for research and will be history department." said Mccaslin. faculty," said Stitt. "Dr. McCaslin will community and met with my classes. I working with graduate students on their "That's the thing I think about not being be difficult to replace. He opened his re did what I thought I was supposed to ' Diet, continued from page 5 ======~ I fat, high-protein diet, collapsed in school phytochemicals. Hale -Lindsay maintains need to exercise. She stresses the impor of the elevator or even parking away from and died suddenly. Autopsy showed a that, "these phytochemicals have shown tance of exercise saying, ''S tudies show your destination and walking. ' massive abnormality in the heart. " In ad to reduce things such as cancer and other those individuals who exercise and have In the end, Hale-Lindsay gives the dition, a 41-year-old man with no prior illnesses ... You will not get these benefi more muscle mass bum more calories just following advice to anyone wanting to heart disease also collapsed. His autopsy cial phytochemicals from eating meat." sleeping and sitting in class, but you can't lose weight the healthy way: "I would pre showed a massive heart malfunction. Lycopene in tomatoes and beta-caro increase muscle mass unless you do some scribe portion control, stop drinking soda There have yet to be any long-term tene in carrots are perfect examples of form of exercise." Hale-Lindsay suggests with meals, watch the alcohol intake and studies done on this diet. Robin Hale phytocbemicals. Hale-Lindsay also con walking, running, taking the stairs instead EXERCISE!" Lindsay, director of HPU Student Health tends that certain people should be dis Services, said, "l don't think that we will couraged from the Atkins diet. People . SGA, continued from front page =~~~~~~~~~~~ know the long term effects of Atkins for with diabetes or problems with their kid another 20 years." neys should stay away from the diet due pus. He also stated that as soon as the pointed Will Tarrant as legislative vice Though Hale-Lindsay thinks that to the damage that high protein diets have soil thaws, the Chapel Park will be con president. Drew Mcintyre as Judicial Atkins works. she believes that it is omit on the kidneys. structed. However. the most important vice president, Nicole Barnes as social ting "good" carbs that are beneficial to Hale-Lindsay believes that all people project for Michener. Armer and the EC vice president and Jason Walters as at the body. These carbs are known as should be aware of food portions and the is to increase student involvement. torney general. ''I really want to hear from stu At the last meetmg, members of Meal Plan, continued for page 5 dents,'' said Armer. "What we think is a the student senate brought up several priority to the campus may not be what issues. One addressed to Gart Evans. ments, but they would still be required to people are tired of eating the food in the the students think. so we need to be told.'' dean of students, was the replacement purchase a plan and eat only what cafeteria after two years," Arnette said. Armer has attempted to hold focus of keys and locks for electronic access Aramark offers in the C-store. "They build apartments that come groups in order to get student response, into buildings. Another student asked Many agreed a change should be fully equipped with refrigerators and but these failed because there was no tum if there was a possibility of repairing made. Junior Michael Tarara said, "There stoves ... so there's no reason to purchase out. the bridges on campus due to the dan should be no meal plan or ... don't make a meal plan ... Next year, I'm moving off Michener said that student feedback ger they present to the students. There it mandatory." English agreed and said, campus solely because of that fact." She is lacking. "I know a lot of people don't wa~ also news presented concerning "Get rid of it.'' said she believes more students should say know what's going on. I want people to next fall's orientation, the Norton In The students living in the apartments something about changing the policy be come to me and tell me their ideas:· said ternational Home Furnishings Center are mostly juniors and seniors. "Most cause, "it doesn't hurt to try." Michener. "Walking around complain and Honors Day. ing doesn't help.'' He hopes to get more Evans announced to the senate that people involved by publicizing SGA the Panther emblem is changing. ·•Af~ Choir, continued from page 5 ======~ 1 meetings more and sending out surveys ter years of being in that running posi Church in Winter Park, the former church bonded." with incentives to increase the response tion, he hai; been wom and tired,·· said I' of Chancellor Jacob C. Martinson. Summers plans to continue the tour rate. "You gotta keep trying,'' said Evans. The school colors and mascot I According to Summers, this year's ing tradition next year. He will also con Michener will remain the same, but the running ' tour was the best one of the three he has tinue the pattern of traveling south one "Anyone can come to an SGA meet Panther will be changed and trade ' organized. year and north the next. For the singers, ing," said Armer. ''There are parts in the marked. ··wewant to show people who I "We sang better; the weather was bet ' next spring it's back to New York. The meeting for anyone to make comments and what we are," said Evans. I ter,'' said Summers. ''And there was a nice group has already been invited to sing at and ask questions •· Students have much to look for I balance between leisure time and per Carnegie Hall with other college groups. Students are also encouraged to con ward to next fall and can help SGA by f forming time.·· "Touring is very important to our tact members of next year's EC. Along attending meetings and voicing their ' 'This year's tour provided more choir choral program," said Summers. ''It's an with Michener and Anner, Kate Litwin opinions. ''I'm open and willing to lis I uni ty than any other tour," said junior incentive to be rn the group and it allows will serve as SGA secretary and Jen Mor ten.'' said Michener. "Even if you are I Mike Mayk1sh. "The group really us to get to know each other as a group:' gan as treasurer. Michener also ap- a stranger, if you have an idea, tell me:' I 1 I I 8 Campus Chronicle A&E Friday. April 23, 2004 'Tall' legitimizes the Rock as great action star Fight scenes, wit make movie enjoyable but not Oscar worthy By Drew Mcintyre Johnny Knoxville of MTV's ·•Jackass:· fairly lacking . Do you go to an ac "Walking Tall" is made for you. Opinion Editor who showed some promise in ''Men in tion movie for these? No. You go for Few can argue that The Rock has made a Black 11" and shows even more here. what make s them fun - the action. serio us leap from the squared circle (he is a Some of my favorite movies will Though I'm not sure Knoxville could do "Walking Tall" offers plenty. Severa] former professional wrestler) to the screen . never see an Oscar or any kind of critical serious acting. if he sticks to what he is big fight scenes are complemented by Many like to point out that his acting sk.iUs acclaim. Most people don 't go the mov good a minor romance between require some fine-tuning. Thi s is very true: ies looking for art; we go to be entertained. a t Vaughn and an old high he is far from a perfect actor. EspeciaJly in ··walking Tall" is one such movie that, (out school friend and part fight scenes. his wrestling training tend s to though it 1s not a cinematic masterpiece , land ume strippe r and so me show when he overexaggerates certain move is good. solid entertainment for the audi i s h very humorous scenes ments . Despite all this, I ask you to compare ence it targets. With it. The Rock further corne with Knoxville's The Rock's body of work thus far with the establishes himself as one of the premier d i c · Templeton. Kevin Bray's early fiJms made by men like Arnold action stars of our generation. char ("' All About the Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone. Ob "Walking Tall" is a remake of a se a c - BenJamms") direction ts viously. if this 1s where The Rock is starting. ries of movies by the same name from the ters). adequate; he uses some he is sure to become one of the premier ac '70s. The plot in the old incarnations was there interesting camera tech tion stars for the next 20 years. Do yourself a identical to the present: a veteran return s is a niques to make the viewer favor and go see for yourself. If a solid ac home to find his town run by a bad ele good almost feel the action tak tion movie is what you love, go see thJs film ment and. when he finds that the police chance THE ROCKI\Ml ~OXVILU. l>lj''\\ \LKl"IG fl\L L" ing place on-screen. This immediately. If you rank films like "Citizen are corrupt, runs for sheriff and cleans up he has is not really an excep- Kane" at the top of your movie list, save the the town himself. This is based on the a successful movie career ahead. The tionaJ action film, but if you (guys, money you'd spend on that ticket and give it real story of Sheriff Buford Pusser, whose other maJe lead is the obligatory bad guy. especially) enjoy seeing some intense to someone that can appreciate a Hollywood name is changed to Chris Vaughn for The shady casino owner Jay Harnilcon Jr., action mixed in with a little wit, film for what it usually is: entertai nment. Rock's version (the "Peop le's Champ," played by a Neal McDonough. I was rm sure you wrestling fans will agree, pleased to see this effective actor in this cannot be caJled Buford). picture after watching him play a young 'Sunshine' exemplifies The context is also changed for the U.S. Army Officer in the must-see "Band upda ted version: the true story and origi of Brothers" miniseries. naJ film take place in the South; the 2004 I doubt l need to break down this Carrey's serious side film occurs in the Pacific Northwest. movie's strengths and weaknesses for Helping out The Rock as a friend and you, but I will anyway. Plot, character By Sarah Gray procedure to stop and to keep his memo deputy is Ray Templeton, played by development and general content are Staff Writer ries, no matter bow painful. Throughout his memories, be tries to keep Clementine I am always pleased with the with him and bury her deep in his mind films that Focus Features puts out, so he can remember. Sadly, in the end, Kweller's musicality including ''21 Grams'' and ''Lost in the procedure beats him , and as they are Translation ." The company strikes together in a beach house when they first gold again with the quirky "Eternal met, his final memory is erased . Thi s shines on second album Sunshme of the Spotless Mind." Jim moment 1s breathtaktng on film The Carrey plays Joel, a man who falls in house collapses; sand runs through his By Andrea Griffith release, 011 My Way illustrates that love with a unique young woman fingers and the roaring tide rushes over Editor in Chief Slut Sha features a very polished stu named Clementine (Ka te Winslet). his feet as Clementine fades away. dio sound. On My Wav, produced by When the As he a\\ akens, he lt's that unmistakable voice. His Ethan John" f Ryan Adams). 1s story be has forgotten her. On his catchy tunes make you want to sing Jikcably rough around the edges. gins. the way to work that morning, along, but you will never sound like KweJler and friends recorded the al couple is he has a feeling overtake Ben Kweller, who has a voice that bum with all instruments in one room br oken him and he takes a differ combines the raw nature of Bob Dylan and used little separation between the up. Joel ent train, where he meets blendec.lv. ith Dave GrohJ's sometimes amps and drums The musician~ comes to Clementine aga in , this screaming antics didn •t iso find out time. they think they have on the Foo late them I h a t never met before. Fighters' albums selYes with Clementine This film has a sad, and I he total headphones, had a pro- C \RR£\ \1'0 \\ IN1>LH IN "SUNSHl" By Andrea Griffith erful performance helped the audience to in this play within a play. The innovative death, as J.B. and Sarah constantly receive Editor in Chief understand the impact of J.B. 's misfor set, designed by Brad Archer, allowed news of their children's fatalities in Act I. tune, as he suf them to stand on platforms overlooking Ultimately, good triumphs over evil This past weekend, the fered the loss of the stage and narrate as J.B. remains faithful to God theater department performed his family, finan J.B. 's unraveling. A despite his reasons to curse him, ''J.B.," the most emotionally cial assets and wall of palettes formed but not before the audience be- raw production on campus in health. a nearly skeletal back came uncomfortable with the recent memory. This Pulitzer Pamela Grier drop that meshed with amount of suffering he had en Prize-winning play by served as a nem the suffering of J.B. dured. This is a true test of any Archibald MacLeish takes its esis for J.B. 's The set successfully de live production: the audience's extremely dramatic story line faith, as she picted the circus scenes sense of connection to the char from the Book of Job, which played his wife that framed J.B.'s story, acters. Admirably directed by is about a righteous man who PHOTO BY KRISTA ADKINS Sarah who urged but remained incon Wade Hughes, the cast of "J.B." is stripped of everything in a HOLMES AND GRIER AS JB AND SARA H him to curse God spicuous enough so as convinced the audience in its suf test of hls faith. as they witnessed not to distract from the fering and its faith, marking the Christopher Holmes, in his senior the family's fall from grace. complexity of J.B.'s play as the last major production PHOTO BY KRISTA ADKINS seminar role, utterly grasped the flood of Adam Troy and Savada Gilmore struggle. Archer's sets TROY AS zuss of the year, but more importantly, emotion within Job. The role required him (who filled in for Matt Haynes for the first have brought distinc the most emotionally convincing to scream, cry, stomp and endure physi two performances), in roles that de tion to HPU productions for several years. production on this campus in recent years. cal and emotional beatings on stage, and manded a flair for timing, played Zuss and Eerie music and smoke-like effects helped Holmes was up to the challenge. His pow- Nickles but represented God and Satan convey the fearful and somber nature of Check out these tours coming to a venue Staff Recs ... "Carolina Diner: It's the place to near you this summer: be at 3 a.m. and deserves this free advenising." "Sleep through exams; -Committee to Promote the John Mayer they're too early anyway," Diner -Upperclassman Madonna ..Chris Rock's new special. It's the Ben Folds with Guster best yet." Kenny Chesney -Mac Daddy "Go backstage and meet Guster Aerosmith after they perform. They will hang out and talk to you!" "Apply to summer jobs and Prince -Gusteroid internships early next year. Van Halen Don't learn the lesson the hard way." Sting -Rwanda "Jersey Girl'': It's not your usual Kevin Smith movie, but it's worth Dave Chappelle seeing even without Jay and Silent Bob." Dave Matthews Band -Patches Exam schedule Course Ti111e Exa,n Ti111e Saturday, May 1 9:00MWF 8:30 a.111. 12:30 TTh 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 3 10:00 MWF 8:30 a.111. 9:30 TTh 1:30 p.,n. Tuesday, May 4 8:00 TTh 8:30 a.,n. 11:00MWF 1:30 p.,n. Wednesday, May 5 8:00MWF 8:30 a.,n. l:OOMWF 1:30 p.,n. Thursday, May 6 12:00MWF 8:30 a.m. 2:00 MWF 1 :30 p.111. Friday, iWay 7 2:00 TTh 8:30 a.111. All other tilnes 1 :30 p.111. 10 Campus Chronicle SPECIAL FEATURE Friday, April 23, 2004 A year at High Point. • • . . .A glance at the year through the lens of Campus Chronicle photographer Krista Adkins. Counselor Kim Soban with Sydney, the puppy we all fell in College Republicans, the love with Organization of the Year, get liberal in their actions Mike Maykish plays Father in the fall's heartwarming musical 'Children of Eden' Genesis performs and Dr. Frankie T. Jones speaks at the MLK Day ceremony The winning shot seen round the world, or at least on ESPN Awareness increases on cam pus with the ''Putting a Face on AIDS in Africa" event Norton Hall in its skeleton form The Lunatics cheer the Panthers into the championship The cafeteria staff carries on after bidding adieu to Kenny Friday, April 23, 2004 Organizations/Sports Campus Chronicle 11 Alpha Phi Omega Kappa Delta Pi Kappa Alpha ME IT Ml at High Rock Lake. Our last fundraiscr will be working for INFURNITURE dur The brothers of Alpha Phi Omega As the year comes a close, the Sis With the school year winding down, we ing market delivering magazines and ad would like to thank everyone for a great ters of Kappa Delta is enjoying the warm are all looking forward to that awesome boards all around downtown . Our annual semester and we wish you all a relaxing sunny days of spring with lots of sister week where we get to do nothing but beach weekend was once again a blast. summer. We also thank the Student Gov hood activities and one last philantrophy study and take really, ridiculously long We made the 6 hour driv e to Tybee Is ernment Association for its continued sup event with the brothers of Lambda Chi and mind-numbing exams. First of all, land, GA and enjoyed the luxuriou s port of the fraternity and its ongoing ser Alpha. We will be collecting items for the we want congratulate all the Greek Orga amenities of "The Happy Holiday Motel." vice program. Congratulations to our homeless shelter in the parking lots of nizations on your new initiates. We also Pictures from the trip on the website along graduating brothers: Amber Boyea, Tif Harris Teeter and Wi1U1Dixie on Satur want to thank everyone for coming out to with several other updated photo galler fany Dowdy, Glenn Fell, Heather Hehl day, April 24th. lf you' re around that area, our sponsored night at Triangle. Con ies. and Do1U1aVenable. We wish you all the make sure you come out and support a gratulations to Brother Sam Closic on the This year has definitely been a crazy best of luck! good cause! We would also like to con completion of his term as the SGA Presi one for us and we are already looking for Ten brothers attended the Section 79 gratulate our seniors on their impending dent and on his election as the Senior class ward to next year. Congratulations and conference at Appalachian State Univer graduation!! We will all miss you very President for next year. Good luck Sam. good luck to all the graduating seniors and sity on the weekend of April 16-18. much and we wish you luck in everything Our last major even planned for the we'll see you underclassmen back here This semester, we have cumulatively you do!! Finally, to all the faculty and staff year is our 1" Annual Alumni Pig Roast in August. completed hundreds of volunteer hours that have helped us out ttuoughout the and look forward to many more next year. year we extend one final thank you and We also look forward to inducting the Phi we look foward to next year!! Have a fun IFC Alpha Gamma Delta Beta pledge class at the end of the semes and safe summer and we will see every rn ter, which will be followed by the chap one in August! The Interfraternity Council has been ter awards ceremony. busy this year turning the organization Congratulations to our new sisters. into a group of men that shows a lot of We love all of you. We would like to con promise in the future. Under the leader gratulate all of the other sororities and fra Circle K College Republicans ship of Taylor Humptueys, we began phi ternities on their new sisters and broth lanthropy at the Wesleyan Arms Retire ers. This last month of school is going to The Officers and members of the This spring has been quite exciting ment Center, playing Bingo, where the be a very busy, month especially for our High Point University Circle K (Kiwanis) for the College Republicans! For the hottest prize is a colorful box of Kleenex , seniors. We have an Olympic mixer com Club would like to thank the students, weekend of April 2-4, several of our mem once a month with 15 to 30 retired men ing up on April 23 with the men's soccer faculty, and staff of HPU for your sup bers ventured to the Spring Convention and women. Every month, we tried to do team. This will be a great night with many port this semester. While starting this or of the NC College Republicans, where we something special; between having Santa creative outfits! On April 24, we will be ganization has not been easy, we have had met many Republican candidates for gov come to give out gifts, having a having our annual Rose Bowl in celebra a GREAT! time with the community ser ernor and various other races throughout Valentine's dance or celebrat in g Ms. tion of initiation. We can't wait to spend vice activities that we have been involved the state and attended a seminar hosted Turner's 100"' birthday party, the men of this awesome night with all of our sisters in. On Saturday, April 3n1HPU Circle K by the Leadership Institute. IFC have enjoyed spending time with the as this year ends. On April 29, we will was involved in the Big Brothers Big Sis On April 29, we're hosting a Party elderly in our community. have our Senior Sendoffs. This is to rec ters "Bowling For Kids Sake" Bowl-A for the President at Jonathan Miller's Although the fraternal world here at ognize all of the dedication and amazing Thon . Six members pa rticipated and apartment, at U-VilleApt. 137 lE from 6- High Point has had some major setbacks, memories our seniors have put into Al raised approximately $200. An awesome 8 P.M - all are inv ited to join in on the we are anxious for next year, which we pha Gamma Delta. We are going to miss time was had by all. HPU Circle K is also festivities. plan on calling the "Year of the Greeks." all of them so much. Thank you to the proud to present its Executive Officers for We· re looking forward to next semes We hope to arrange and sponsor a bunch brothers of Pi Kappa Alpha for a great the 2004-2005 school year. They are: ter, as we should be busy with helping out of activities that show the community that mixer. We always have a blast with you. President: James Jackson, Vice President: with various local campaigns. If you want we are more than dumb frat boys. With only a few weeks of school left, the Ken Diaz, Secretary: Tasha Haston , Trea to help with the re-elect Bush campaign, Next year's executive council will be siste rs of Alpha Gamma Delta will be surer: Tisina Samaroo, Faculty Advisor: talk to one of us. It's never too late to Man Gillard LCA as president, Jeff Wolfe spending lots of treasured time together Alan Williams fight liberalism! QC as vice-president, Phtl Shumaker QC bui lding our bonds of sisterhood even We look forward to next semester and From all of the College Republicans, as treasurer, Daniel Wolff QC as secre stronger. Good luck to everyone on their involving more of the High Point Univer have a wonderful summer, and come back tary and Damien Morrison LCA as attor fina1 exams and we wish everyone a safe sity family in our community service ac refreshed for a new year - we've many ney ge neral. We would like to say and fun-filled summer. tivities. GO CIRCLE K! plans for the new year and we look for congrats to the new officers and wish ward to seeing you join us! them well for the upcoming year. Phi Mu nated to Children's Miracle Network. Theta Chi The brothers also are deeply heart rz We are also proud to congratulate EA broken due to the recent loss in intramu The Sisters of Phi Mu would like to Mike Tarara on being named our Sweet The brothers of Theta Chi would like ral softball. Years will be needed to heal thank everyone that came and supported heart. Sorry Mike since we can't make to congratulate Adam Canevazzi on earn the wounds. our car wash last weekend and Phi Mu you a Phi Mu; guess you'll have to be ing lhe Outstanding Citizenship Award on The brothers would also like to wish Mus ical chairs in front of Slane last Tues happy with being our Sweetheart. Honors Day. We would also like to con everyone a fun and eventful summer. All day. We succeeded in raising over 300 Our year wraps up with Carnation gratu late the brothers that are graduating of those approaching life after college, dollars at the car wash and over 50 dol Ball in mere days. Looking like fantastic this year and say they will be deeply good luck finding a job that makes you lars at the musical chairs that will be do- times for all you lucky dates. missed. plenty of cash. Baseball team struggling to find rhythm as season winds down By Bethany Davon while striking out 12 and walking one. ing nine innings giving up one run on four left stranded in the inning when the new Staff Writer For the High Point offense, first hits while striking out 12 and walking six. pitcher got the next two HPU batters out baseman Seby Renta went 3-4, Mark The Panthers got their first run in the third on fly balls. Draska, Renta and With 36 games played in the season, Shorey went 2-3 with an RBI after com off a sacrifice fly to centerfield from Matt Richardson each picked up two hits in the High Point University's baseball team has ing off the bench to replace Corey Stang Keever which scored Justin Pinyan , who game. continued to have a disappointing year. in left field, and right fielder Chris Draska reached base on a single to left. Pinyan High Point lost the other two games Unable to hold opponents down in the late was 1-3 with one run scored. The Pan stole second and advanced to third on an against UNCA, the first one 9-3 and the innings, the Panthers have gone 6-30, I thers picked up their lone RBI when error by the catcher before scoring the last game of the series 10~9 in an eight I I in Big South play. Draska received a one-out walk in the unearned run. inning contest that was scheduled to go In the Panthers ' most recent game as seventh and advanced to second on a In the sixth inning the High Point bats seven but would need an extra inning. In of press time, they played Gardner-Webb single up the middl e from Renta . Shorey finally came alive to produce three runs the last game of the series, High Point on April 15, losing 7-1. Gardner-Webb then doubled to left center, scoring Draska on four hits. Chris Ramirez singled to left absorbed the tough I 0-9 loss when UNCA scored all seven of runs off home runs and advancing Renta to third: they would field with one out, followed by another scored two runs in the eighth to go ahead coming in the fust, fourth, seventh and be unable to capitalize further, however. single to left by Ctuis Draska. Seby Renta 10-8. ninth i1U1ings. Phil Leake pitched eight as the next two HPU batters popped out then doubled to right, scoring both and The Panthers have 18 more games in innings for High Point, giving up eight and grounded out respectively. glVlng High Point a 3-1 lead. Renta then the season, including match-ups against hits, four earned runs and six all together, High Point played a three-game se advanced to third on a passed ball from Wake Forest and Duke at home. Hope while walking one and striking out eight ries against UNC-Asheville April 9-10 the catcher: Nick Thompson singled, fol fully, they will be able to combine good John Wanger relieved in the ninth, giving and picked up their first, and so far only, lowed by a walk to Man Richardson, and hitting and good defense to string together up a solo home run. Abraham Gonzalez conference win 4-1 in the second game Renta scored when Corey Stang drew a a few more wins before the year is over. pitched a complete game for Gardner of the series. Matt Kniginyzl-y went the bases-loaded walk. After a pitching The remaining games will be played for Webb, allowing only one run on six hits distance from the mound for HPU , pitch - Lhange for CNCA, all three runners were pride and experience toward next year. 12 Campus Chronicle Sports Friday, April 23, 2004 Individual Editor reflects on four years at High Point performances • • After four years of writing for the fore he graduated last year. l knew, by still attended class, by that point. where h I g h 11g ht Campus Chronicle. I have decided that the time I s!epped back into my parents' all of my classes are now. in Cooke it is time for me to leave this Univer- car for the nde back home, that there was Hall. My personal education center. I ·1onsh·1psity in search of many of life's nraothoethregrosctoho.olinthecountrythat l would knew 1 wanted to become a business Champ answers ... mainly a regular paycheck. major but at this point, I had no clue in rve had my highs and lows here, just I remember walking to my first class what field. This year, just like any By Melissa Caudill like everyone else in my graduating in Hayworth, or Haworth, I didn ·t know. other, I met more friends that will be Staff Writer class and would not trade any of the les- They were, and still are, side by side. All my friends for years to come. sons learned here fo r the same to a dumb. 18-year- My junior and senior year nothing The men and women's track and field anything I might have old kid trying to find his first much changed. I settled down and took team finished up their regular seasons, learned going to anothe r class at college. The first two majors. I became close with a few each with 7'h place finishes in the Big school. party l went to still makes me teachers and advisers that helped direct South Conference meet held April 15-17 Some might ask laugh. I was living on the me and shape me into the strapp ing at Charleston Southern University. what I will do after leav- couch in my brother's house young graduate I am. Maybe strapping There were many outstanding indi ing this campus. My re- that I now live in while the isn't quite the word you would agree vidual performances. Jemissa Hess, a ply is that you know schoolwasfiodingmearoom with,b utifsmylastarticle . freshman , won both the 1500 and 800 about as much as I do. to stay in. Contentedly In these years the Orioles lost a lot, meter run--the only High Point athlete to The best 1 can do now is enough. the first party of the the Terrapins won a national champi- win multiple events, and one of four in save the memories that I year, of every year, was right on.ship in basketball and gained respect the entire meet to win two events. Her have earned since enroll- G ff= outside that room wi th the in footba ll, the 49ers crumb led, the times of 2: 13.23 in the 800 and 4:34.84 ing at school. -Kennfl rau.~ couch. Bullets (not Wizards) followed the Ori- in the I 500 were both school records. I'll always remem- !t)v•u fflPF'1P After three years of Liv- oles' lead, and I never watched hockey. Also scoring for the women were ber the first time I visited ing off campus. I still find it AH told. it could have been worse: I Angel Diamond in the high jump with 5"' my brother when I was a junior in high hard thinking back to the old days in could have been a Tigers fan. Sorry, place , Nicole Gamer 5"' in the hammer school and he was a sophomore at HPU. Finch--deal ing with the rules and trying Mr. G. throw, Melissa Caudill 7"' in the 10,000 At 16. I met some of the friends that l not to get caught breaking the rules that T What did I enjoy the most about meter run, the 4Xl00 meter relay team will still have long after I take that walk dido 't think applied to me. Of course, Higb Point University? lt wasn't win with 6"' place and the 4X400 meter relay across the stage to receive my diploma. those rules were real, and many of my ning the ullimate Frisbee champion team also with 6"'. l met my brother's suitemate, Jon friends dealt with the consequences I was ships or any other intramurals. It wasn't For the men, Keiron Guishard was Hentz. who became the sports editor be- lucky enough to avoid. I'll never forget the parties that I spent most of my time 7m in the 100 meter dash; Alex Baikovs fore I even wrote an article and, more the thousands of reasons why I should at. lt wasn't the classes, the fun at the was 3 rd in the 800 meter run. Derek importantly, my roommate and big never take an 8 o'clock theater class. Caf, the school work. the bars. the meet Nakluski and Jesse Slowikowski each brother in my fraternity. Entirely too early for chipper teachers ings or anything else that you can think scored in the 1500 meter run with 6"' and 1 remember visiting the following asking me why I look so tired. of that's an event or place. After all 8"' place finishes. Matt Goodale finished year for Presidential Scholarship Week- Sophomore year was a trip that I re- these years, I realize it was the people 3 rd in the 3000 meter steeplechase. end and seeing more people that I will ally can't take again. It was the first year here, whether they are advisers. stu Tommy Evans and Bubba Hill were 3rd ncver stop talking to. including Boss I moved off can1pus into that house I have dents, workers, professors or my and 4,h in the 5000 meter run, and HiJJ Hog (Kevin Harrison). Anyone outside already brought up. It was the last year brother. The individuals that I became was 4m in the I 0,000 meter run. Eugene of this year's freshman class had at least where I really had very little direction friends with here are why this school is Galloway was gm in the triple jump, the heard the loudest man on campus be- about what J wanted my future to be. I in a league of its own. 4XIOO relay team finished 4m and the 4X400 relay team finished 5'h. Next up for the Panthers is Penn Re lays, held this weekend in Philade lphia. Swedish twins balance school and athletics Interested By Taylor Hump hreys added, "When we started so young, it was the big team. "I love the group of girls Staff Writer fun, but now it is extremely competitive." we have because it makes practice, the Five years later, the twins took up golf. season and road trips fun as well," she in writing, You go to English class and meet "Our parents played it, so it was natural said. a 5-9, blonde-haired girl from Sweden. to start playing, and all our siblings played But managing two sports, homework Class ends and you start walking back as well," Anni commented. Lena. who in a demanding major and even a social editing, to your dorm from Cooke Hall, and you noted that they also swam competitively life can be hectic. With all the practices pass another girl that you swore you for a short while said, "Golf in the begin in soccer and golf, it is hard to fit every working on just met in your English class. ning was more of a hobby; it was laid thing in. "You have to prioritize to fit ev Up until falJ semester, the back, so I think that is why we enjoy it so eryone in your daily schedule," Anni com Svensson twins, Anni and Lena. were much." mented. She also added how "the social layout, or hard to tell apart for those who didn't Booth the twins noted that soccer is aspect comes with the teams; I think it's know them well. their worth it because you meet new people Lena dyed her hair, pre from other schools." With golf, the tour taking and now many ferred naments are scheduled awkwardly, which people know the sport means lots of missed classes. Anni said, twins. What many t O "This past week, we were gone on a golf pictures don't know is their play. tournament and we missed three days of grueling year-round " I 'm classes. It was hard to do work when for next schedule with CIS bet- you're away because it is harder to fo- classes and both ter at cus." soccer and golf prac soc- Being twins also means trying to year's tices. c er, outdo your sibling. The competition is Anni and Lena so it there, but it is more friendly than aggres are extremely busy isn't sive. Lena said, "It's not aggressive, but I Chronicle? with a schoo lwork a s always want to do better than Anni." load that includes a frus Along those same lines, Anni added, "We Email math mi nor and a LENA ANSWERS QUE.5TION DURING NCAA SELECTION DAY trat- push ourselves against each other, but we CIS major, soccer ing, push each other in all aspects of life practice and games in the fall and golf and there is nothing like being together whether it be in sports or academics, so it news@ matches throughout the spring semes and building a team that will win games," provides a good competition." ter. Both girls started playing soccer Lena said. Anni likes the different aspect Anni and Lena are competitive m when they were 7 years old. of both a team sport and a more individual both soccer and golf, and it shows in their highpointedu "In Sweden, you start young and sport: "I like how the sports complement outstanding ability to win. The twins push play with the same club team your each other. You depend on your team each other to another level that shows in or call whole Life.Right now our club team is mates to help the team win, but golf, aJ their match play in golf and in team com in the 'Elite soccer' division, and there though a team sport as well, depends on petition on the soccer field. Be on the look is only one division higher than what individual success for the team to suc out for the blonde and brunette on both x9115 we play in back home," Anni said. Lena ceed." Lena agreed with her but enjoys the academic and playing fields.
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