CollegianThe Class participates in December 12, 2008 Vol. 69 No. 11 Bond seeks vengeance in philanthropy program ‘Quantum of Solace’ Page 3 The Grove City College Newspaper Page 16 ‘La Bete’ Winter makes concert the cut is ‘cool’ By Darin Miller Audiences heard the “coolest” Collegian Editor-in-Chief jazz north of Pittsburgh when the Grove City College Stage Band After a semester’s wait, the and Jazz Ensemble took the Kennedy Center American stage for the fifth annual winter College Theater Festival jazz concert at 8 p.m. Dec. 5 in announced that the Grove City Ketler Auditorium of the Pew College production of play- Fine Arts Center. The event was wright David Hirson’s “La Bete” free and open to the public. will be included in its January Josh Kitamura The performance showcased a competition in Philadelphia. The Colonial Hall residents bring Christmas spirit to the apartments by decorating Christmas trees. number of traditional Christmas competition will take place from tunes, such as “O Come All Ye Jan. 13 to 17, 2009. Faithful,” “God Rest Ye Merry La Bete is the story of Gentlemen,” “Jingle Bells,” Elomire, played by senior Pierce “Charlie Brown Christmas Babirack, a playwright who is Christmas comes Suite” and “Rudolph the Red- forced to play second fiddle to a Nosed Reindeer,” as well as a lesser writer and actor Valere, variety of Big Band and jazz played by Doug Backer ’08. But favorites. Valere’s appeal to the common- In addition, the stage band per- ers wins over Elomire’s patron formed a number of Glenn Prince Conti, played by Jesse to college campus Miller-style group vocals includ- Aukeman ’08, and Elomire must By Sarah Beth Gross band gathered facing the quad to play Christmas ing “Chattanooga Choo-Choo” choose between his art and his and “Home for the Holidays.” Collegian Managing Editor Carols as students gathered in the bitter cold, most career. of them gathering around the hot chocolate table. The Jazz Ensemble also capped The College’s production of Students returned from Thanksgiving break to a Dean of the chapel Dr. F. Stanley Keehlwetter the concert off with a number of William Shakespeare’s “As You campus decorated for Christmas. recited from memory the Christmas story in the Latin, funk and traditional swing Like It” was also nominated, “I just love Christmas decorations,” freshman Gospel of Luke and prayed for the campus after- tunes. This section of the per- though not selected. Three Dana Murrill said. “They are one of my favorite wards. Additionally, Sarah Wishing, daughter of formance featured sophomore actors from the show will join things.” Center for Visons and Values director Lee Wishing Emily Bzdafka singing on the cast of La Bete as individual Outside, decorations include: wreaths lit and fes- ’83, read “Star in the East” by J.M. Lowrie. “Chega de Saudade” and “I Got contestants in the competition: tively hung on the lamposts, red and green bows With a splash of drama, the star atop Rockwell It Bad.” seniors Amanda Griswold and hung around campus and the star atop Rockwell and the trees on the quad were lit at the end of her The concert was under the Chris Capitolo, who played Hall of Science, which graces the campus with its reading when she said, “a star appeared.” Gasps and direction of Dr. Joseph Pisano Rosalind and Jacques respec- light every evening. whispers of delight echoed through the students and ’94, director of music and fine tively, and junior George Students first saw the glow of campus lights dur- community members gathered on the quad as light arts technology and assistant to Hampe, who played Orlando. ing a special star-lighting ceremony on Dec. 2. The the chairman of the music and Sophomore Rebecca Sherman See Christmas, page 5 fine arts department. will compete as well after receiving an individual nomina- tion for her performance as Lettice Doufett in playwright Residents Stonebridge announces Peter Shaffer’s “Lettice and Lovage.” evacuated ‘Fiction Family’ as spring show By Kara Weaver By Emily Smicker Collegian Writer Contributing Writer Campus Safety received a call Fiction Family, a new band fea- from one of a Resident Assistant turing Jon Foreman of Switchfoot of MAP North Hall on the night and Sean Watkins of Nickel of Dec. 2. Creek, will be coming to Grove She reported that she could see City Campus on Jan. 23. They smoke in the hallway and could will perform in Crawford smell something burning. Auditorium at 8 p.m. “When our officers arrived This unlikely duo was the prod- they could smell a faint odor of uct of a couple of talented friends something burning but did not sitting down and enjoying a cup see any smoke,” said Campus of coffee. According to

Safety Director Seth VanTil. www.maplemusicrecordings.com, Andy Barron They could not immediately after a series of meetings at a San Jon Foreman and Sean Watkins will introduce the College to their determine the source of the odor, Diego coffee shop, Foreman and “Fiction Family” in January. so they pulled the fire alarm to Watkins were inspired to combine rock scene in Switchfoot, while “When She’s Near.” make sure that all of the resi- their similar love for music and Watkins represents the folksy After listening to the song on dents of MAP could safely make contrasting musical styles to bluegrass style of Nickel Creek. Fiction Family’s website, it outside. make a fresh sound. Both singers Archive This combination has produced http://fictionfamily.com, freshman The fire department was con- came from two drastically differ- Jesse Aukeman ’08 as Prince delightfully positive and catchy Lisa Marcellus describes it as tacted, and the chapel was ent musical backgrounds; Conti lectures senior Pierce melodies, such as the new single Babirack as Elomire. See MAP, page 7 Foreman was from the modern See Fiction, page 4 News The Collegian 2 December 12, 2008

By Sean Morris funds to transport the children at a Collegian Writer cost of $3,500 per child. In the end, 669 children were evacuated In light of economic hardship by railroad before war broke out, Freedom Readers and, when descendants are fac- and uncertainty, Grove City College’s Center for Vision and tored into the equation, over 5,000 Values is educating, informing and people were saved by Winton’s preparing students and public efforts. Reed said that the motiva- alike on economic pitfalls, strate- tion behind this heroism lies in the gies and smarts. In the first of six power of love, not for fame or for- talk economics tune. In fact, Winton didn’t tell “Freedom Readers” sessions to be sponsored by the Center, alumnus anyone what he had done for 50 Larry Reed ’75 spoke on econom- years. ic matters at hand. Reed said government is a Lee Wishing ’83, administrative legalized force, and America’s director of the Center, opened the founders believed this. Financial evening by noting the recent clos- disaster in Detroit is a microcosm ing and merging of national banks of what may happen in the nation and businesses. For example, the if situations do not turn around. local National City banking Reed said that the causes worth branch will soon be turned over to using “force” are the protection PNC Bank. Wishing commented against danger abroad and at on the falling value of the dollar. home, the common defense and “Fortunately,” Wishing said, the local infrastructure. Ultimately “you are at Grove City College responsible for protecting peace, [which] it has long been an oasis government should otherwise of sound economic teaching.” “leave us alone.” Dr. Jeffrey Herbener, chair of “We are fooling ourselves,” said the department of economics, Reed regarding government-spon- introduced Reed. Reed’s accom- sored community improvement plishments include being current effort, “if we think that we’re head of the Mackinac Center for being more loving by sending Public Policy, former president money first to Washington and and founder of the Foundation for then back to communities and Economic Education and the trusting them (Washington author of thousands of journal Andy Drabic bureaucrats) to do so (send money “Freedom Readers” listen intently to a talk from Larry Reed ’75. articles and five books. Every to local communities) and do it well.” attendee at the evening’s session took only 5 percent of an individ- Reed said, “We hear a great deal ed for his heroic efforts during Reed offered a healthy warning: received a copy of one of Reed’s ual’s income by way of taxes. At about loving one another, yet we World War II in evacuating chil- “When government is big enough books, “Striking the Root.” the turn of the 21st century, how- are accomplishing goals more and dren from Czechoslovakia amidst to give you everything you want, Reed drew attention to the fact ever, that percentage is well over more by force – not love.” rising threats abroad. Winton the government is big enough to that at the beginning of the 20th one third of an individual’s Reed then shared a story of Sir wrote letters to governments all take away everything you’ve century, government at all levels income. Nicholas Winton who was knight- over the world in hopes of raising got.” Debate team celebrates success By Darin Miller Good year is an understate- The College is a member of the Collegian Editor-in-Chief ment. The squad competes at one National Parliamentary Debate tournament a month, and has Association, the largest debate The debating society was the won sweepstakes, or overall, for association in the country. At first student society founded at every tournament they’ve com- each tournament, approximately Grove City College. And while peted at this year. 15 to 20 other schools also com- the society no longer exists, the “Most of our teams are win- pete. debate team does, in a big way. ning about 75 percent” of the Parliamentary debate is unique When the debate squad com- time, Jones said. “We have won among types of debate in that peted at rival Hillsdale College’s first place at every tournament instead of debating a single reso- tournament in October, for exam- we’ve been to this year, which lution – the key phrase which ple, its teams placed first, third has been nice.” These wins are teams defend or refute – for the and fifth in the varsity competi- not only against small private whole year, students debate a dif- tion and first in the novice com- colleges but against major uni- ferent resolution each round. petition. And by the final tourna- versities and state schools such as They learn the resolution 15 min- ment of the semester, the team Michigan State, Florida State utes before the debate and have had won all five of its contests. University and the University of that amount of time to prepare. “We’re having a good year,” Alabama. The teams debate who- Most resolutions are taken from said Dr. Steven Jones, associate ever attends the competitions current events or are broad philo- professor of sociology and coach they do, regardless of their of the debate program. school’s size. See Debate, page 4 The Collegian News December 12, 2008 3 ODK hunts for ‘treasure’ By Sarah Boyd president, explained: “We partici- need. guidelines,” according to the change a little boy or girl’s Collegian News Co-Editor pate in [the] Salvation Army’s Each family that benefits from Salvation Army’s website. Christmas morning.” ‘Treasures for Children’ not “Treasures for Children” is indi- “Most of us do not know the As Vits said, “Getting a toy Think back to that Christmas because it looks good or because vidually interviewed by a mem- feeling of having no presents to from someone, even if you don’t morning years ago when you ‘we just always have,’ but ber of the Salvation Army, and open on Christmas morning,” know who they are, can be so unwrapped the toy that was at the because it’s a tangible way to the family’s need is determined. Bicehouse said. “Donating a toy affirming that there is someone top of your Christmas list. This show Christ’s love.” All families involved in the pro- doesn’t take much time or who cares for you. That’s why Christmas, such moments of Once the toys leave the gram “meet minimum poverty money, but it could completely we do ‘Treasures for Children.’” Christmas morning delight will College, the Salvation Army will be made possible by Grove City distribute them among local chil- College students’ donations to the dren. Salvation Army’s “Treasures for Vits recognized the value of Newspaper recycled in new way Children” program. outreach to children in the nearby Until next Tuesday, new toys community. for children ages birth to 13 with- “We often want to see ministry in a price range of $15 to $25 can as being on-campus and we see be placed in the “Treasures for missions as being across the Children” box by the main world,” he said. “What’s left out Christmas tree in the Breen is the local community … Student Union. ‘Treasures for Children’ helps the Omicron Delta Kappa, the jun- local children trapped in relative ior and senior leadership and poverty.” scholarship honorary, encourages Normally, the process for pur- students each year to share a toy chasing toys for the “Treasures with a child in need through for Children” program works “Treasures for Children.” slightly differently than it does at Formerly known as “Toys for the College. Businesses choose to Tots,” the program began in support “Treasures for Children” 1992. Once affiliated with the and display gift tags in their Marine Corps, “Treasures for stores. Each tag bears the name, Children” now runs through the gender and age of a specific work of local bodies of the child. Then, as shoppers make Salvation Army. their holiday purchases, they can Senior Liz Bicehouse, secretary choose a particular child for of ODK, said, “ODK is commit- whom to buy a Christmas gift. ted to serving our campus and Here at the College, however, community … We can help to the task is simplified. Students Aaron Yaeger make a child’s Christmas extra can purchase a toy appropriate In anticipation of Dr. Erik Bardy’s then-upcoming marriage, junior Mark Hottell and seniors special by providing them a gift for any age or gender at any Buddy Fickley, Jeff Oskamp and Aaron Yaeger filled Bardy’s office with crumpled newspapers to open on Christmas morning.” store. Then the Salvation Army after classes on Nov. 19. Bardy found the papers, including Collegians, on Nov. 20. Having been As senior Caleb Vits, ODK will match the toy to a child in creeked earlier in the semester, he was married over Thanksgiving break. Class project touches community By Darin Miller ter in New Castle, Pa.; and Mercer County one lost.” ing class, Scott said, “The focus on philan- Collegian Editor-in-Chief Head Start, a preschool for impoverished McLay said she had learned that “this thropy helped my students develop speak- families in Mercer, Pa. City Rescue was so much more than a competition. If ing and writing strategies that are effective “This is really an exciting day,” said Mission received $2,000 and the others this is what comes from our group ‘losing’ with and tailored to real professionals.” Brian Powell, Grove City College devel- received $1,000 each. then I think I’m fine with that.” Senior Kelli Trease said, “Not only did opment officer, speaking to several dozen The Bair Foundation will use the funds Scott addressed this later in an e-mail: we get to see the result of our hard work students and local non-profit representa- to purchase supplies, while City Rescue “When we view our life and our work and deliberation but we also got to see the tives in the Pew Memorial Room on Dec. Mission plans to purchase a new dish- through the lens of vocation, we are called appreciation from the organizations. There 5. “It is my distinct pleasure to welcome washer. Head Start intends to use the to excellence based not on competition or was a real sense of accomplishment and I you all to the first ever Philanthropy money for educational supplies. Jennifer artificial standards of ‘success’ or ‘perfec- feel like what I worked toward this semes- Program Award Ceremony.” Zilla, the representative from Head Start, tion’ but rather on being true to ourselves ter has truly been a blessing to these So opened the check distribution cere- said that due to government budget cuts and to our own potential. To think voca- organizations and the communities they mony for communication studies professor from the economic downturn, “[we] rely tionally means to make an appraisal of the serve.” Dr. Jennifer Scott’s Professional Speaking more and more on community funds.” self. We look at ourselves; we identify, Of the class and the program Scott said, and Writing class, the first of the College’s Senior Bethany Lowe, although not part accept and embrace who we are called to “It’s so much more than good for your three classes to receive a grant from the of the group that chose Head Start, shared be. It also means to look outward, to make GPA; this is working for the common Campus Connects Student Philanthropy about how Head Start had helped her. As a an appraisal of the world’s needs and how good.” Project, which gives funds to courses that preschooler, she attended Head Start in her we can connect with the needs of the This spring, history professor Dr. Mark challenge students in philanthropic man- hometown. world.” Graham and education professor Dr. ners. Scott’s class received funds from “I’m truly convinced that if it wasn’t for Scott said, “A true sense of vocation is Constance Nichols will implement the Cincinnati-based philanthropist Roger Head Start I wouldn’t have gone to pre- rooted in the reality that there is something project in their courses. After that, funding Grein and the Sprout Fund through the school,” Lowe said. “Even through it’s a we must do.” is not guaranteed. Scott said, “We hope Pittsburgh 250 Community Connections small thing, [I learned] lots of moral les- While learning about philanthropy is not that we will receive [further] funding sup- initiative, which supports 100 community sons … while I was there.” Her story generally the focus of a speaking and writ- port to continue this exciting initiative.” projects as part of Pittsburgh’s 250 brought tears to Zilla’s eyes. anniversary celebration. Several non-profit Junior Katie McLay spoke as well. organizations received the funds as dona- McLay said that when she started the tions from the project. class, she saw it as a competition, where The class divided into seven groups and students competed to win money for their each group chose an organization. Of these group. Her group was not selected howev- organizations, three received funds. The er. Later in the semester when a journalist students selected which were given money from the Sprout Fund covered the group, and how much. he interviewed McLay. When she men- The three organizations selected were tioned that her group was not selected he the Bair Foundation, a non-profit Christian insinuated that she had lost. foster care agency in New Wilmington, “Well, we lost, but I don’t think we real- Pa.; City Rescue Mission, a homeless shel- ly lost,” McLay said. “No one won and no News The Collegian 4 December 12, 2008

FRENCH CONNECTION Salut! Students prepare to head home Dear Students: This is the ninth of our obviously American travelers that have articles from the College’s International covered the majority of the continent with Study Center in Nantes, France. Each relative ease. We’ve come to call Nantes week we will print another letter from home and I will say from personal experi- the Grovers abroad. ence that there were few things better this Bonjour, Grove City! semester than getting off of the train after a long trip and feeling the euphoria of Well, our semester here in France is returning to something familiar. quickly coming to a finish and we will I recently talked with an alumnus from soon be leaving Nantes for good. We’re the very first year of the international leaving with mixed feelings as some don’t study center in Nantes and he gave me the want their European experience to end best description of life here in the two quite yet, but Christmas is calling us home houses: Grove City’s own version of “the to our families. Real World.” Take 16 students from a vari- The students spread across the continent ety of majors, locations and backgrounds, for Thanksgiving break for one last adven- put them in a house together for four ture before the final push into exams. We months, and see what happens. The only had students travel to Northern Ireland, thing we were missing was the cameras. England, Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain, We’ve had many laughs and maybe a few Switzerland, Italy, Greece and a few cries, but in the end we’re flying home as Eastern European countries that it would one big happy family. probably be better not to mention. Courtesy Nickolas Rendall It will be hard to leave Nantes and the I headed to the land of Christmas mar- Junior Nickolas Rendall in the Bavarian Alps. European lifestyle in general. All jokes kets, bratwurst and smiling, blond, intensity as the date nears. have the upper hand. I grudgingly left about the French aside, they are some of English-speaking girls: Germany. I headed from Cologne to Rothenburg, Germany, my only comfort being that the warmest people in the world. Leaving Christmas time in Germany was nothing to Munich, to the Bavarian Alps, in a peri- home would offer some degree of this the laid back French lifestyle for the fast- short of magical. Their fervor for od of time that just barely did each desti- winter wonderland, no matter how small it paced hubbub of America will be a hard Christmas could only be rivaled by that of nation justice. The highlight of the trip for was. change to return to, but most students and the United States, but in Germany it felt me would have to be the Bavarian Alps, as As students, we’ve had quite a transfor- their bank accounts will agree that quite more authentic. Since Germany has no the picturesque snow-capped peaks gave mation this semester. We’ve gone from simply, it’s time to come home. Merry Thanksgiving holiday to look forward to, even the Rockies a run for their money. wide-eyed, nervous, obviously American Christmas Grove City. they start their Christmas celebrations Plus the Alps have castles interspersed in students who were scared to even take the Au revoir, mid-November, and they only build in them every so often, so they might even tram to the city center to experienced, still Nickolas Rendall

consists of Jon Foreman of Switchfoot and Sean Watkins of Debate Fiction Nickel Creek they are thrilled. Freshman Mary Trease is look- from page 2 from page 1 ing forward to the show because of this partnership between two of sophical questions, Jones said. “almost having a Beatles-like her favorite bands. “I love when Students need a wide knowledge vibe, with flowing vocals and bands are so different because it base to debate. similar instrumentation.” is a collaboration on their differ- In Parliamentary debate, the The project of Fiction Family ent strengths,” Trease said. Government team interprets and and the creation of their upcom- Senior Colleen Dougher defends the resolution. The ing self-titled album, though summed up the view of the Opposition tries to refute the exciting, has been slow-paced and majority of students as she said: Government. After numerous relaxed. Since their primary com- “Why wouldn’t two amazing preliminary rounds, the judges mitment is to their original bands, individual performers make one decide on eight to 16 teams who Switchfoot and Nickel Creek, amazing show? I’m so excited to advance to the “out rounds,” or Foreman and Watkins worked on see how Sean Watkins’ folksy semi-final, single elimination their collaborative album when style melds with Jonathan rounds. Courtesy Kelsey Winther convenient for them on return Foreman’s deep lyrics! They both Jones said the team has always The College Debate Team has seen great success this semester. trips to San Diego. Despite the are so open to crossing genre “broken” – sent to the out rounds When that happens, the College debaters present. spread-out process, Fiction lines that they can’t go wrong!” – multiple teams. has “closed out,” and the teams There are four varsity teams on Family’s self-titled album is set to Tickets are $15 for students and The debate squad, comprised of do not debate each other. “I want the squad, and Jones said he is be released on Jan. 20. The $18 for general admission in 20 students, meets twice a week them to think as a squad more convinced that any one of these Fiction Family performance will advance, and $20 at the door. to practice and prepare for com- than as individual teams,” Jones teams “can win any competition be just three days after the They can be purchased Dec. 8 to petitions. In these practice rounds said. any time.” album’s release. 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the students debate each other, Junior Luke Juday, squad presi- The squad’s final competition Students are eager for the Jan. 19 to 23 in the Breen but at competitions Grove City dent, and sophomore Dayne for the semester was held Dec. 5 upcoming show. Though Fiction Student Union. Tickets can also College teams do not face each Batten his partner won the first and 6 at Loyola University in Family is new and unfamiliar to be ordered online now at other. three tournaments the College Chicago, Ill. The team again saw some, once people hear that it www.itickets.com. The meetings are largely stu- competed in this year. success, taking first for the fifth dent-run. While many colleges Additionally, “Kelsey time this year. have a full-time debate coach, (Winther) is possibly the single The squad will compete at their Collegian awards Green Eyeshade Jones coaches on the side. At the best refutation debater I’ve ever national tournament in California During the 2008-09 academic year, The Collegian initiated the College, the upper level debaters seen,” Jones said. Last year, in March. Collegian Green Eyeshade Award for newspaper staffers who show coach the lower level ones. Winther received the honor of top “Last year we had two of the exemplary work each week. Occasionally the two final speaker at the national competi- top four teams,” Jones said. The winner for the Nov. 14 issue was senior Jessica White for her teams left in the competition will tion. This means that she present- “Frankly I’d like to do that restaurant review and continual hard work for the Collegian. be Grove City College teams. ed herself better than all the other again.” The Collegian News December 12, 2008 5 Business plans look to future By Anne Marie Booth business plan is for an organiza- judge for the Business Plan elists aimed to determine if each ent your very first business plan Collegian News Co-Editor tion called Ethics Elite, “[The Competition in previous years plan was feasible – in other to a group of professionals. course] takes students through and has worked for companies words, can it work? Will an While Hufnagle and the other The word ‘finals’ usually the step-by-step process of start- such as US Steel, SYSCO and investor profit if they put money panelists did have pointed obser- brings to mind endings – the end ing their own company. Boise Cascade. into that plan? vations of each groups’ plans, he of a course, the end of the Students learn to conduct indus- Howley required his students The panel had other considera- said that “overall … the students semester and the end of the year. try analysis, forecast financials to write weekly business memos tions as well. When Hufnagle all did an outstanding job.” George Howley’s entrepreneur- and ultimately pitch their plan to as a part of the class; this helped watched each presentation, he Each future businessperson ship class in business planning a board of investors during the students to prepare for the writ- looked at “the preparedness of will take their experience and has a final project that, for some semester.” Ethics Elite focuses ten portion of their final project. the participants as far as having the feedback they received to students, will be anything but on serving an international com- Students gained experience in answers to questions that arose prepare their plans for their sec- final. munity. professional writing that and the fluidity of the presenta- ond round of presentations at the For 10 of Howley’s students, Other plans include the enhanced their business plans. tions.” Perhaps just as impor- annual Business Plan their final projects may be future expansion of an existing lawn The consensus among the pan- tantly, he considered “the confi- Competition on May 1. contenders in the College’s care business, a website for col- elists was that each written plan dence showed by the students in The competition is open to annual Business Plan lege student travelers and a was very professionally done. making their ‘plan’ work.” all students. Students interested Competition. In preparation for toothbrush manufacturing com- The few questions that they It takes no small amount of in competing should plan to next spring, a group of business pany with a commitment to raised about specific plans work to construct a business attend an informational meeting professionals were brought in on serving local charities with their focused, for the most part, on plan from the ground up and no on Feb. 5, 2009 in HAL 316 at Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 to judge stu- product line. Each plan was financial projections. The pan- small amount of courage to pres- 5 p.m. dents’ business plan presenta- submitted in writing prior to the tions and to give the students a date of their presentation and “real-world” perspective as to was made available to a judging Student Business Plan Descriptions their feasibility. panel. Judges included Mike HB Industries: Senior Melissa Borza and junior Rachel Henderson aim to “give you a reason to “The business planning class Hufnagle of First National keep smiling” through the toothbrush “Refresh.” Half of the profits from sales of “Refresh” will go has been a critical element in Bank, financial planner Timothy to local charities, while the other half will be reinvested in the Pittsburgh-based company. student’s success in [the Dean and John McKinley of WeekendWarriorTrips.com: Seniors John Moyer, Jonathan Pombo and William Rogerson designed Business Plan] competition. It Rachel’s Roadhouse and a vice the travel social network and application WeekendWarriorTrips to connect college students and helps structure organizations and chair of First Western Bank young professionals through a platform for sharing weekend trips and ideas. shortens the rewrite process.” Corporation. Ethics Elite: Seniors Sarah Sims and Emily Wisor formed a team to launch a nonprofit company said Dr. James Dupree, the chair Howley, who taught the class that will offer online ethics training programs for business professionals in China. All courses will be of the department of entrepre- for the first time this semester offered in Chinese with a particular emphasis on character development. neurship. and oversaw the presentations, The Boys of Summer: This lawn care business was started by juniors Nick Mariano, Ryan Thomas According to seniors Emily also has an extensive business and Jack Adams. Mariano started the business in the spring of 2007 and decided to draft a formal Wisor and Sarah Sims, whose background. He has served as a business plan during the fall of 2008.

the chancel as well as on the bal- recent years, it has changed to before Thanksgiving break, main- Not only are the chapel and quad cony railing with two wreaths. just white lights with the bow tenance and housekeeping staff decorated for Christmas, but the Christmas The windows in the chapel will with streamers hanging down,” assist with decorations in order to Breen Student Union and down- from page 1 have a globe with candles Cales said. make it beautiful. town Olde Town Grove City are between the present poinsettas. Many events, including wed- “It takes two days to fully deco- also graced with Christmas decor. The globes are not added until the dings, occur over the holiday sea- rate,” Cales said. In the Breen Student Union, a appeared in the darkness. Friday before the Candlelight son in the chapel. Although they do not use can- garland of Christmas stockings Harbison Chapel has also been services.” “We want the chapel to be dles in the general decorations, hang from the ceiling. decorated for the holidays. The only thing that does occa- beautiful but tasteful for the sea- “pew candles with globes are In Olde Town Grove City, trees “It is pretty much decorated the sionally change is the decorations son,” Cales said. added for the candlelight services parade throughout the shops on same every year,” Donna Cales on the trees. The chapel takes a lot of effort throughout the chapel as well as Broad Street and many stores said. “The two trees, wreaths on “There were small red bows to decorate every year. Beginning in the balcony,” Cales said. “They have donned more extensive the pillars, a garland with lights in one year, doves another, but in after chapel on the Thursday are lit for both services.” Christmas decorations. News The Collegian 6 December 12, 2008 Big men ‘suit up’ for charities Sigma Theta Chi raises money for American Cancer Society at annual Big Man on Campus By Carl Laamanen After the talent competition, the contest- Collegian Writer ants moved on to the beach wear part of the pageant. Each Last Friday over 300 people gathered in of the contestants tried one last time to the IM Room for the annual “Big Man on impress the judges and to progress to the Campus” pageant hosted by the Sigma final round. Theta Chi sorority. For 17 years the sorority The finalists were announced after the has been putting on “Big Man” to raise intermission and the final round of “ques- money for the American Cancer Society. tion and answer” began. The six finalists Twelve contestants starred in the pageant: were Kreider, Landsparger, McNicoll, freshmen Adam Gernhard, Soren Kreider, Salera, Schools and Tigges. Each of them Ron Templeton and David Schools; sopho- came onto the stage, picked a question and mores Matt McNicoll, Jarrett Shotts and tried to give an appropriate answer to help Brandon Tigges; junior James Jennings; and the judges make the final decision. seniors Bryan Jarrell, Brent Kerul, Bob After taking everything into considera- Landsparger and Dave Salera. tion, the judges arrived at their decision. The contestants went through three The runners-up were Salera rounds before the judges picked six to and Tigges, who received $25 and $50 move on to the final round. In the first respectively for placing. The winner of Big round, the contestants showed off their Man on Campus 2008 fashion sense in the formal wear competi- was Landsparger, who took home the victo- tion. ry and $100. As a senior, Landsparger had The second round was the talent competi- participated in “Big Man” in years past but tion, which was a crowd favorite and had yet to win. included impressive performances. There The event was a success, not only for were musical numbers, stand-up comedy Landsparger, but also for the American Andy Drabic Sophomore Matt McNicoll and Lilian Harvey grace the stage at “Big Man routines, piano playing, a swing dance and Cancer Society, as close to $3,600 was on Campus.” an interpretive dance. raised to help in the fight against cancer. Students study abroad for January term By Darin Miller of the College’s International tal located about 350 miles Collegian Editor-in-Chief Study Center. from Beijing. Students will stay Reuber and Folkertsma will at the SIAS International With Christmas break fast take some two-dozen students University in Zhengzhou. approaching and finals in full to France with them. Over 100 “We will be looking at inter- swing, the last things most stu- students expressed interest, but national business topics of dents are thinking about are most were put on a waiting list, course with particular applica- their upcoming classes next Folkertsma said. Folkertsma tion to China,” Markley said. semester. Unless they are taking hopes students will gain a The course will discuss China’s Intersession. And for a number “hands-on experience with the culture, exchange rates, politi- of students, Intersession will sights, sounds and context of cal risks, economic environ- look very different this year, as modern civilization, with spe- ment, management and interna- they study abroad for the two cial attention to France and its tional marketing. week J-Term. Five professors contributions to the modern Since first opening its doors will lead three intersession trips world.” Students will also visit to outside business in 1978, abroad in January. Paris and the D-Day beaches “China obviously has dramati- Dr. Lois Johnson, director of during the trip. cally changed in terms of an the Office of International Dr. Andrew Markley ’82, economic environment to do Education, oversees the trips. chair of the department of busi- business in,” Markley said. “30 For Intersession trips she said, Students play on the playground at the Peterson School in Mexico. ness will lead an international years later it’s hard to find a about a third of the trip is a cul- business course to Zhengzhou, company that doesn’t have tural experience and two-thirds learn about a different culture Humanities 302: Modern China for a week and then to some significant connection to is educational. “Sometimes that … [be] open to new situations Civilization course in Nantes, Beijing for the second week. China.” might mean letting go of some and relationships and … obtain France. Nantes is the location Zhengzhou is a provincial capi- assignments to add that [cultur- a more rounded education by See Travel, page 7 al] dimension to it,” Johnson broadening their horizons,” said. Ligo said. Johnson is co-leading one of The Peterson School is the trips with professor Carla English-speaking for pre-school Ligo, part-time Spanish profes- and kindergarten, then bilingual sor, to the American-owned for the remaining grades. Peterson School in Mexico The students will stay in the City, Mexico. They are taking homes of teachers from the early childhood education school. Johnson said it is the majors to student-teach over first time that she knows of that Intersession. the College sent student teach- “I’m doing the education ers south of the border. component, and Carla Ligo who Dr. Mark Reuber, field is a native of Mexico City is director of the Office of doing the cultural and language International Education and Dr. component,” Johnson said. Marvin Folkertsma, chair and “I personally would like the professor of the department of students going on this trip to … political science, will co-lead a The Collegian News December 12, 2008 7

Outside the bubble... Illinois governor refuses to Recession impacts even the Santa Clauses Although most people think of Santa Claus as a jolly man who flies around on Christmas night distrib- step down despite pressure uting gifts to all those who made it onto his “nice” list, the reality is sometimes as pleasant as it is plausi- ble. For, just as reality dictates that Santa Claus cannot fly to all the houses in one night, so it also causes “His career in shreds, Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich clung even the Santa Clauses of the world to be affected by a recession. defiantly to power Wednesday, ignoring a call to step down from 71-year-old John Hauck, a member of the Amalgamated Order of Real Bearded Santas, a self-described President-elect Barack Obama and a warning that Senate Democrats union for “real-bearded gentlemen dedi- will not let him appoint a new senator from the state,” the cated to the joy of being Santa,” has Associated Press reported. always worked the holiday season in his Although it is the privilege of the governor to select a replacement hometown as a Santa Claus. senator when an elected senator resigns, Blagojevich has been This year, however, he is having to accused of scheming “to enrich himself by offering to sell Obama’s commute over two hours into New York Senate seat for campaign cash or a lucrative job inside or outside City “because, like most businesses these government,” the AP reported. days, even the Santa business is strug- “Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. said at a news conference in Washington gling,” ABC reports. that he was Senate Candidate five in the government’s criminal In previous years, Hauck worked in his complaint – a man Blagojevich was secretly recorded as saying own county, but the store with which he might be willing to pay money to gain appointment to Obama’s contracted cut back on Santas from its vacant Senate seat. Jackson said he had been assured by prosecutors holiday display. he was not a target of the investigation, and he emphatically said he “I worked four days a week, 10-hour had not engaged ‘whatsoever in any wrongdoing,’” the AP reported. days, full days,” he told ABC. “I counted Many Democrats are quietly edging away from Blagojevich as his on that money every year. It’s gone now.” career crumbles, hoping to avoid implication in any illegal action. The AORBS told ABC News that Santa If Blagojevich is convicted, or resigns on his own, then Lieutenant bookings are down 50 percent this year. Governor Pat Quinn will step into office and the responsibility will -Compiled by Sarah Beth Gross Even Santa Claus must struggle sometimes. fall to him to nominate a new senator. Collegian Managing Editor Musical audition occurs via Skype The use of technology has allowed two (Boak ’77) Craig, held electronic audi- options, to conduct the auditions. Cockney flower vendor, from a tramp Grove City College students studying tions on Nov. 17 for two students study- “They both did a reading and sang a into a lady. Craig held auditions in abroad in Nantes, France, to audition for ing at the Nantes Study Center in Nantes, song like everyone else,” Craig said. “I November because of the short rehearsal the spring musical. For the first time ever, France. Juniors Mark Bernardo and was able to ask them questions and see time before the show in the spring semes- the theater auditions were open to stu- Jordan Zimmerman auditioned at 7 p.m. them on the video monitor.” ter. dents who were unable to audition on in France, 1 p.m. EST. “My Fair Lady” is a popular Broadway “My Fair Lady” will take the stage at campus in person for the March 2009 Craig used the computer program musical about Englishman professor 7:30 p.m. March 11 to 14 and at a 2 p.m. production of “My Fair Lady.” Skype, essentially an instant messaging Henry Higgins, who undertakes the task matinee on March 14 in Ketler The musical’s director, Professor Betsy program with both audio and video to transform Miss Eliza Doolittle, a Auditorium of the Pew Fine Arts Center. Applications being accepted MAP for scholarship from page 1 Samuel Robinson Scholarship opened so that students would Once the source of the prob- have a warm place to go while lem was revealed, students were Who is Eligible? Junior and Senior students in full time attendance at the College who are members of the building was examined. allowed back into the building. the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A., recite the answers to the Westminster Shorter Catechism and write an “I was just about to fall asleep “I had hoped on catching up essay on an assigned topic. when my friend knocked on the on sleep, and I had just gotten to Amount: Up to $1,000. Not based on need. door and told my roommates and sleep when we had to get out, Those interested in applying for this scholarship may find information on-line at: I to get our coats on, because but it was okay, because I got a www.pcusa.org/financialaid/programs/samuelrobinson.htm there was a fire. I didn’t believe picture with a fire truck,” fresh- The deadline for the completed work is April 1, 2009. However, the deadline to sign up for this schol- her until I smelled the smoke in man Becca Easterling said of the arship is Feb. 20, 2009. All interested parties may contact Donna Cales at [email protected]. the hallway,” freshman North disruption. resident Molly Depew said. Campus Safety did note some their experience, students will Intersessions than a two-week “There was a lot of confusion potential fire hazards during visit Yutong-Volvo, the biggest trip to an exotic location. Each at first, because people didn’t their inspection of the building, Travel bus manufacturer in Asia. Intersession group meets up to really know what was going on, including large amounts of com- “I think it’s a great opportu- half a dozen times before going but the RAs did a good job of bustible decorations, decorations from page 6 nity because we get to experi- on the trip to lecture, take explaining what was happen- hung on lamps and extension ence the issues and we get to quizzes and discuss readings, ing,” Depew said. cords that are run under carpets Markley said the course will meet with the companies and then meet again after the trip When the Grove City and doors. look at not only general cultural get the perspective of the issues ends to turn in writing assign- Volunteer Fire Department Campus safety encourages stu- issues “but we will also be talk- from the front line,” Markley ments. arrived on the scene, they began dents to exercise judgment in the ing about culture in the context said. “So it’s not just going and to check the area for the source quantity and nature of the deco- of Chinese business.” As part of But there’s more to the travel sightseeing,” Johnson said. of the burnt smell. rations that they use in their The Fire Department and rooms. Red Cross offers first aid kits as gifts, looking for volunteers Operations personnel scanned Thankfully, there was no actu- Need help with last minute shopping? The able. For more information, call Susan at (724)- the area around the odor and al fire, though precautions must American Red Cross of Trumbull and Mercer 962-9180. used a thermal imaging camera. be taken to avoid future inci- counties can help. Visit the office at 517 W. Main The Red Cross is also looking for volunteers to Finally, they narrowed the dents. Street in Sharpsville from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. answer phones, make deliveries, do computer cause to the hall’s water foun- “We will gladly help to make Available gifts include first aid kits from $4.95 work and help with disaster services. Those inter- tain. sure we get to enjoy the season’s to $28 for adults, children and pets. First Aid ested may call Lesley at (724) 962-9180 or stop After unplugging the fountain decorations while still keeping books for people, cats and dogs are also avail- by the Red Cross office in Sharpsville. and waiting for a while, the odor our students and staff safe,” completely vanished. VanTil said. Life The Collegian 8 December 12, 2008 The Collegian Life December 12, 2008 9 ‘The End of the Semester’ Collegian writer delivers poetic rendition of timeless Christmas classic By Anne Marie Booth At the end of the semester Two eight-page papers Seven take-home essays, Collegian News Editor My teacher gave to me And a pop quiz on Chapter 23. Six extra chapters, Three bad grades, Five bio labs, To the tune of “12 Days of Two eight-page papers At the end of the semester Four lists of terms, Christmas” And a pop quiz on Chapter 23 My teacher gave to me Three bad grades, Six extra chapters, Two eight-page papers At the end of the semester At the end of the semester Five bio labs, And a pop quiz on Chapter 23. My teacher gave to me My teacher gave to me Four lists of terms, A pop quiz on Chapter 23 Four lists of terms, Three bad grades, At the end of the semester Three bad grades, Two eight-page papers My teacher gave to me At the end of the semester Two eight-page papers My teacher gave to me And a pop quiz on Chapter 23. Eight presentations, My teacher gave to me And a pop quiz on Chapter 23. Five bio labs, Seven take-home essays, Two eight-page papers Four lists of terms, At the end of the semester Six extra chapters, And a pop quiz on Chapter 23 At the end of the semester Three bad grades, My teacher gave to me Five bio labs, Four lists of terms, Three bad grades, Two eight-page papers And a pop quiz on Chapter 23.

At the end of the semester My teacher gave to me Nine new assignments, Eight presentations, Seven take-home essays, Six extra chapters, Five bio labs, Four lists of terms, Three bad grades, Two eight-page papers And a pop quiz on Chapter 23.

At the end of the semester My teacher gave to me Ten means of failing, Nine new assignments, Eight presentations, Seven take-home essays, Six extra chapters, Five bio labs, Four lists of terms, Three bad grades, Two eight-page papers And a pop quiz on Chapter 23.

At the end of the semester My teacher gave to me John Piper readings, Ten means of failing, Nine new assignments, Eight presentations, Seven take-home essays, Six extra chapters, Five bio labs, Four lists of terms, Three bad grades, Two eight-page papers And a pop quiz on Chapter 23.

At the end of the semester My teacher gave to me Twelve days to do these John Piper readings, Ten means of failing, Nine new assignments, Eight presentations, Seven take-home essays, Six extra chapters, Five bio labs, Four lists of terms, Three bad grades, Two eight-page papers And a pop quiz on Chapter 23. Life The Collegian 10 December 12, 2008 Big Men on Campus

Andy Drabic The entire cast of characters that tried out for Big Man on Campus line up for a final group shot.

Andy Drabic Andy Drabic “The King” makes an appearance during junior James Jennings’ act. Senior Bob Landsparger celebrates being named Big Man on Campus. The Collegian Life December 12, 2008 11 Touchdown and Twirling

Megan Moughler Contributed Photo There was a lot of spirit and pride for both AEX and the Tri-Rhos at the Two freshmen RAs with their girls. (L-R) Junior Kristen Hebel, fresh- interfraternity football game. men Mallory Martin and Nikki Packard and junior Leslie Hardeman.

Contributed Photo Students get into the spirit of dance at the Crimson Ball.

Adam Aljets An AEX rush by junior Jonathan Coopersmith goes through the hole in the Rhos’ defense. Life The Collegian 12 December 12, 2008 Journalists earn Naughty List status A mock interview with Santa Claus

By Kelli Gradel too much,” Claus said, “but even much information, it would be how she does it. It’s all magic to Collegian Life Editor after hundreds of years, they negligent not to proofread, so of me.” don’t always get my name right. course I check it twice.” Claus insists that the real magic At the North Pole, there is an They either confuse me with my Claus pointed out that is how he manages to eat all the immense workshop full of elves. oldest son, Nicholas, or my Christmas has changed a great cookies left for him. A single There are nine flying reindeer. youngest, Kris Kringle Claus.” deal since its inception. glass of milk and two Oreo cook- There is a quaint house with a In fact, the media has perpetu- “Back in the day, we used to be ies are at least 200 calories. Even golden doorknocker reading “The ated considerable misinformation able to make all our toys in- if Claus visited only one million Clauses.” Inside lives a portly about Santa Claus. Claus was house: toy soldiers and wooden households on Christmas Eve and white-bearded man with a jolly adamant that he and his reindeer rocking horses and whatnot. Now only half of the families left round face and a fondness for had never run over his own kids want brand-name toys, cell cookies, he would gain more than bright red coats. grandmother or anyone else’s. phones and Xboxes,” Claus said. 28,000 pounds of body weight Of course, you wouldn’t see Still, he chuckled as he recalled “So most of the elves don’t overnight. any of this if you went to visit some common misconceptions. make the toys anymore,” Claus “Every year, Mrs. Claus tells the North Pole. It is all under- “I’ve given up on the whole said. “They buy them from the me I need to go on a diet before ground. chimney thing,” Claus said. manufacturer and ship them to Christmas,” Claus said. “We used to operate above “These days, most chimneys are Santa Claus checks lists twice. our regional offices.” Apparently Somehow, Claus manages the ground,” admitted a jovial Santa either neglected or blocked any- most of the elves don’t mind the cookie feat. Still, when he Claus, “but with modern satellite way.” Claus insisted that his rein- Claus also receives consider- change, since they receive exten- thought about Christmas this imaging, we would have people deer are perfectly capable of able grief over his naughty list. sive travel compensation. year, he said, “Maybe I can just constantly trying to see what we landing on the lawn instead of But recently the number of com- But the real mystery of Santa convince the kids to draw me a were up to. It was a hassle mov- the roof so that he can use the plaints has been overwhelming. Claus is how he manages to nice picture instead.” ing everything, but in the long door. “You wouldn’t believe all the deliver presents to millions of run, it was worth it.” Claus also noted that some hate mail I’ve been getting from children within a single night. Of So Claus spends his year man- incorrect popular songs had irate journalists who have been course, Claus doesn’t do all the aging the underground workshop resulted in rather nasty letters put on the naughty list,” Claus work himself; help from his 47 with the help of his wife, the from uptight parents. said. “Apparently they thought children lessens the workload elves, and Nicholas Claus, the “All of this ‘he sees you when that negligent misreporting about considerably. eldest of his 47 children. you’re sleeping, he knows when me wasn’t grounds for removal “The kids each have their own Although few people are even you’re awake’ nonsense is ridicu- from the nice list.” sleigh and reindeer team,” Claus aware that the Clauses have chil- lous. I run a tight schedule as it Ironically, Claus himself is not said. “I initially tried to handle dren, they all play an integral part is. Besides, watching small chil- in charge of original naughty everything myself. But with the in the family business, managing dren while they sleep seems a lists. Instead, Claus’ extensive reindeer overpopulation problem, regional branches that facilitate grievous invasion of privacy,” networks of elves monitor naugh- Mrs. Claus insisted on this solu- Christmas list collection, naughti- Claus said. tiness and report to regional tion.” ness monitoring and present He added, “Naturally I run into headquarters, which in turn report As for the exact details of the delivery across the world. problems with walking into peo- to Claus. Christmas Eve run, Claus simply Claus cites poor journalistic ples’ houses in the middle of the “Throughout the year, it’s my shrugged with a twinkle in his reporting as the reason for public night, but if they didn’t want me job to compile various reports eye. What will you leave for Santa: ignorance about his family. there, they would stop asking me from all 46 regional offices into “Mrs. Claus handles all the a glass of milk and cookies or a “I suppose I shouldn’t expect to bring presents.” one list,” Claus said. “With that logistics,” he said. “Don’t ask me nice picture? The Bay State Bias By Shawn McGonagle Sudoku Instructions: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9.

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Turn upside down for solution. The Collegian Life December 12, 2008 13 Students ‘suit up’ for Project Okello

By Darin Miller There were seven suitists – seniors on. This year’s suitists were chosen Collegian Editor-in-Chief Seth Grissett and McCarthy; jun- based on friendships and recom- iors James Parkin, James Oord and mendations.” You may have noticed them: Ross Kucks; sophomore Taylor Another interesting aspect of the dressed to the nines in three piece Mierow; and freshman Spencer Challenge is that it brings students suits, their hair a mess and their Folmar. McCarthy, Kucks and together across the housing board. clothes starting to smell. No, they Parkin were returning suitists from Kucks is a member of the Beta didn’t live on the streets for a last year. Sigma fraternity, McCarthy and week, rather they remained in the “We span the classes,” McCarthy Parkin are in the Alpha Epsilon same suit for seven days to serve a said. Chi housing group and the remain- better cause – Project Okello – and The challenge is not easy. ing students are independent. grow closer through the experi- Difficulties include not bathing, But the differences in housing ence. sleeping in a suit and participating did not hurt the group dynamic. The Suit Challenge, founded last in athletics. But each of the suitists “I liken it to the Monkees back year by current senior Dale gladly faced these challenges. in the 60s,” Oord said. “The McCarthy, requires that seven men “Sleeping in the Suit is perhaps Monkees were four guys randomly dress in three-piece suits for a one of the most enjoyable parts of chosen by a Hollywood TV studio week. Period. 24/7, these students the Suit Challenge, as it is both to create their perfect boy band for sport their suits. This year’s comfortable and warm – especially a hit TV show. None of the band Challenge wrapped up on Sunday. nice with these cold nights we’ve members had ever met each other “We were simply establishing been having,” Kucks said. before, but they were placed in ourselves last year and did the Grissett added, “I did wonder if such an unusual, intense and very Challenge for the pure joy of it,” my tie was going to strangle me public situation that, by virtue of McCarthy said. “Upon our return the first night.” Evan Moore having to work together in their this year, many people were Grissett has an added challenge The Suitists. crazy situation, they became close already familiar with the that none of the other suitists face: both years, because I [could not] said. “Between almost nightly tea and great friends. That’s really Challenge, so it just made sense to a girlfriend on campus. “Needless put enough layers on to stay warm. and smoking time occasional bread what this Suit Challenge is like.” do it for a good cause. Project to say I feel terrible for her at some The suit’s breathability dramatical- baking sessions and constant affir- And for these students, giving up Okello is a very worthy cause to points,” he said. “She stills sup- ly increases wind chill.” mation around campus from other personal hygiene for a week is get behind.” ports me whole heartedly, and But the bonds of brotherhood suitists, our bond has been growing worth the experience. As McCarthy said, “Project besides that I have had no qualms.” that the suitists form keeps them ever stronger as each day passes.” Oord said, “What’s one week Okello is a group of Grove City The suitists are human though, from giving in to the urge to McCarthy said that last year the without showers in comparison to College students who are commit- and at times feel the desire to give change. group consisted of the “only guys the glory and friendships that we ted to prayer and action for north- up. “We have bonded uniquely this that I could round up that were have achieved!” He added, “I also ern Uganda. Anyone is welcome “I am most tempted to back out year through a variety of ‘suitable’ actually willing to go through with hope that our presence on campus to get involved with our activities when I begin to smell myself,” events,” Kucks said. “Evening tea it,” McCarthy said. “They ended up encouraged people to think outside and weekly meetings.” Kucks said. “This was not a prob- is a wonderful time of day to enjoy being a choice group of suitists.” the box and to engage in a little Each suitist was sponsored by lem during last year’s event, but each other’s company, a good This year was different however. free thinking.” friends and faculty per day for the for some reason, this year’s smell scented tea and generally unwind.” “This year, we were faced with the McCarthy said the Challenge is a week, “similar to how someone [was] a little over the top. I typical- Parkin said that going into this decision of bringing in four new tribute to what a person can might be sponsored for each kilo- ly have it kept under control, but year’s competition he wasn’t sure suitists,” McCarthy said. “Plenty accomplish within their own meter they run in a [five kilometer not always.” how the group dynamic would of guys would like to think that resources. “If seven guys can raise race],” McCarthy said. Money is Parkin said he most wanted to work out, since he didn’t know they would have no issue with it, over $[400] for Africa by simply still coming in, but so far the group back out “Saturday morning during several of the members before- but you really don’t know until wearing suits for seven days, just has raised over $400 for the cause. the RHO/AEX game. This goes for hand. “But it [was]splendid,” he you’ve faced the Challenge head think of what you can do.” Contra Dance: Grooving like Jane Austen By Beth Hyde lar film “Pride and Prejudice.” contra dancing. formed by live instruments, but form the same moves. Contributing Writer Grove City College students English country dancing was people often dance to recorded “The people are dancing it all and residents from the surround- popular in Europe. When it was music as well. During each together,” she said. “It makes Many people view the Grove ing communities have this brought to the States, it slowly piece, the caller hollers out the you feel really great.” City YMCA as a place for recre- unique opportunity to experience morphed into contra dancing. In moves in time to the music. Gaye Welton went on to ational sports activities. But once contra dance thanks to Ruth English country dancing, each The local contra dancing group emphasize that many beginners each month, people gather in the Anne Lachendo. dance is accompanied by a spe- has enjoyed sharing this nuanced attend the monthly dances. She gym – not to shoot hoops but to Lachendo moved to Grove cific piece of music. Also, form of dance with the commu- said that students and adults dance to the music of a live City just over three years ago. English country dancing does not nity. Membership has grown to should not be nervous to try con- band. These dances are called Shortly after her arrival, she allow participants to touch in the include students from the tra dancing because there is a contra dances, which are similar began the dance group in order turns, though they can touch dur- College, community members large community of beginners; to the dances shown in the popu- to meet new people and teach ing turns in contra dancing. and people from neighboring people attend the dances to have Both English country dancing towns. fun. and contra dancing are intended College professors have joined When the group was originally to gather the community and as well. One of these is Dr. Gary formed, Lachendo did not plan to In Chapel this week allow attendees to socialize. Men Welton, professor of psychology impact the campus. The contra and women traditionally switch and assistant dean for institution- dances, however, provide a partners after each dance and al development who joined along chance for students to release the sometimes during a dance. with his wife, Gaye. The Weltons tensions of the school week. The constant switching of part- have assumed leadership of the “It gives some students … a ners allows all ages to dance group within the last four glimpse of heaven,” sophomore together. As a result, people need months. In addition to serving as Abby Marsch said. Sunday, December 14 not feel pressured to attend a a facilitator, Gaye Welton fulfills The atmosphere at the dance Christmas Candlelight Services contra dance with a significant the role of caller. makes each individual smile. 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. other. “The thing I enjoy most about “You can’t go to a contra dance Contra dancing is done in two calling is getting it right,” she and stay unhappy,” Marsch said. long lines. The men line up in a said. “You almost get a mental Contra dances meet the first long row facing the line of rush because you have to call it Saturday of every month in the women. Each person dances with ahead early enough so that peo- YMCA from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., the man or woman directly oppo- ple know what’s coming. There and people may come and go as site. During the dance the cou- is a whole knack to it … feeling they please. The admission fee ples take turns progressing up or the music.” for students is six dollars. For down the lines of dancers. She appreciates the sense of more information, visit The music is traditionally per- unity created when people per- grovecitycontradance.com. Life The Collegian 14 December 12, 2008

COMMUNITY LIVING PRIVILEGE: PART VI Diverse groups give back Nu Delta Epsilon

By Carl Laamanen in the spring to raise money for charity. Collegian Writer “We’ve been trying to expand a little bit,” Salera said of the service events. The Nu Delta Epsilon housing group is Because a majority of the Nu Dels are relaxed, laid back and likes to have fun on the football team, Salera has seen how president senior Dave Salera said. About the group has been able to encourage 90 percent of the group is involved in var- each other through the training and prac- sity athletics, and this affects the way the tice. The older members of the group Nu-Dels serve the community and help have also been able to help the younger each other. members in the same major with their Last year the Nu Dels held a cornhole schoolwork, because of their previous tournament which raised money for experience in the major. Camps Across America, an organization “We’re a growing group; we’re starting that brings inner-city kids to sports camps to be involved in the campus more than Courtesy David Salera in the summer. They are also trying to before,” Salera said. “In the future it’s The Nu Dels work together and support each other on and off the field. organize a stand-up comedy competition going to be better than now.”

Zeta Xi Omega Phi Omega Sigma

By Carl Laamanen members serves individually where he By Carl Laamanen ment to raise money to help fight is called to serve. Junior Jake Sims Collegian Writer Collegian Writer rheumatoid arthritis, which affects an works at George Jr. in Grove City, jun- alumnus of the group who graduated The Zeta Xi Omega housing group, iors Jason Kish and Eddie Lee work at The Phi Omega Sigma housing last year. better known as the Zenoids, is “as summer camps over the summer and group, better known as the “Possums,” Su has seen ways that the group sup- relaxed as it gets; whatever you’re into, Kuhta volunteers at the Grove City mostly comprised of groups of friends ports each other, but what sticks out you’d be a fit,” junior Russ Greenfield, Medical Center. that join each year, president senior the most to him is the encouragement Zenoid vice president, said. Junior The group has also helped at the Tim Su said. offered by members willing to help Dave Kuhta said the Zenoids are a Grove City soup kitchen and participat- “It’s kind of segregated at first, but others with their schoolwork. group that gains their identity through ed in Relay for Life. everyone has gotten together real “If someone has problems with their individuality, and that’s what “We do our own thing, we enjoy it well,” he said. school, the other guys will step up and brings them together as a group. and everything works out,” Greenfield The Possums are involved on campus help him out, tutor him, whatever it The Zenoids have a number of events said. Both Greenfield and Kuhta agree in many different ways. Some of their takes, even if it’s late at night,” he during the year to create unity within that the group tries to keep their indi- members have led ICOs, and many of said. their group. These range from going viduality through the group’s communi- them are involved in varsity sports. The Possums are a diverse group white water rafting as a group to hold- ty, and that is a major focus of the In the past few years the Possums with many different majors and inter- ing an event consisting of bowling, bas- Zenoids. have held wiffle ball tournaments to ests, but they are able to spend time ketball and hot dog eating contests. Greenfield said, “We have a bonding raise money for children in Grove City with each other and encourage each While the Zenoids don’t hold a large you wouldn’t have being an independ- who cannot afford health care. This other through the common tie of the scale service project, each of their ent.” year they are planning a Halo tourna- housing group.

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By Carl Laamanen of the Rhos also serve in SGA, OB and Collegian Writer Men’s Governing Board. Even with all of this involvement the The Rho Rho Rho housing group con- Rhos manage to find time to help out sists of “friends living together and who fellow members in need. Yasaki enjoy being together,” senior Shaun recalled a time when one of the mem- Yasaki, vice president of the Rhos, said. bers had an “abrupt medical condition” The Rhos are very involved on campus one night last year and several of the and in the community in a number of Rhos got together to lift him up in different ways. prayer. Every year the Rhos rake leaves in “We strive to be one of the most wel- Grove City for the residents and any coming groups,” Babirak said. The money that they raise from that they Rhos are “pretty well diversified,” sen- use to help sponsor a child. They also ior John Easlea said, and their involve- have a highway that they have adopted ment in many different things on cam- that they go and clean up during the pus shows this to be true. year. The biggest event the Rhos hold is the Extravaganza in February, a free all-campus dance, which is in its 24th This is the sixth and final in a series on the annual running this year. Grove City College Community Living “The Extravaganza brings in the most Privilege. Throughout this semester, Courtesy Shaun Yasaki students on campus of any dance,” sen- Collegian writer Carl Laamanen has pro- Junior Tyler Mills (middle) and seniors Alex Burkhardt (left) and Pierce Babirak ior Pierce Babirak said. Many members filed groups on their role in the community. (right) rake leaves, donating the funds raised to sponsor a child. The Collegian Entertainment December 12, 2008 15

ALBUM REVIEW Tracy Chapman does it again Soul-stirring lyrics and soothing vocals highlight new album By Jake Patton tracks from the album, this is a Chapman delivers a hopeful mes- Contributing Writer chorusless tune that speaks of sage in this quiet, slow song. Not past romance. Chapman boasts afraid to sing about her deepest Tracy Chapman’s album, “Our “Knew all the words to the popu- thoughts, the singer/songwriter Bright Future,” is nothing new. lar songs / With the radio on full pleads, “I’ve heard that your Of course it’s a new album, but volume / I remember there was a god’s older / Buddha Allah Chapman is up to the same tricks time / When I used to sing for Krishna / Manifest with many that made her famous in the late you.” As with many of her songs faces / Worshiped the world over ’80s. Complete with folk-laden in the past, this is a light tune that in foreign places / I assume your melodies and affecting lyrics, induces relaxation. god must love you / I know Jesus “Our Bright Future” brings The second song, “I Did It loves me / And my god is good excitement to Chapman’s estab- All,” is a ragtime ditty that show- and great and true / But if pride lished fan base, as well as enough cases the versatility of goeth before the fall / I hope punch to interest those who have Chapman’s talents. While the someone’s god will save us all / yet to sample her music. lyrics are typical for Chapman, Save us all / And love the sinners Made famous in 1988 with her the western-inspired feel makes too.” debut album “Tracy Chapman,” for an interesting song. Other notable tracks include Chapman has been a prominent As with many of her previous “Our Bright Future”, voice for liberal politics and songs, Chapman reflects on expe- “Conditional” and “A Theory.” social conscience ever since. riences from her past. She sings Each of these songs falls into the While no particular song may “I did it all / I didn’t ask permis- familiar theme of either religious match the height of her past suc- sion /What kind of life / Is not an contemplation or love that has cesses “Fast Cars” and “Give Me exhibition / Crash and burn / And been lost. One Reason,” the LP as a whole then you know you’re living / While the same message has may be Chapman’s most com- Some pain a few tears after / To been delivered by Chapman over ‘Our Bright Future’ is Tracy Chapman’s ninth LP. plete work to date. the last line of the final chapter / the years, her pure and smooth “Our Bright Future” features I did it all.” vocals have been the key to her Although the critics may not love this CD! I recommend ‘Our 12 songs. The album begins with Another highlight from this success. “Our Bright Future” is rave about this album, the fans Bright Future’ to anyone who the slow-moving ballad “Sing album includes the track “Save no different, bringing listeners a are certainly excited about it. loves to hear a beautiful voice For You.” One of my favorite Us All.” Pouring out her heart, taste of her beautiful voice. Senior Steve Kennedy said, “I and a powerful message!”

FILM REVIEW Twilight rushed by swooning teens Vampire movie receives conflicting reviews By Sarah Beth Gross Her love interest, Edward Cullen that they would think of her in such a Collegian Managing Editor (Robert Pattinson), swears to protect her, demeaning way. After racing in to save her saying, in one particularly melodramatic from these ruffians – a noble scene in its Beloved by teenage girls and flocked to moment, “You are my life now” and prom- own right – Edward tells Bella that she by fans of all ages, “Twilight” is an overtly ising that he wouldn’t let anything hurt doesn't understand what they were think- low-budget film that lacks realistic dia- her. ing and asks her to distract him. logue, polished acting and any source of While the sentiment may appeal to most All three times I saw this movie, a cine- intrigue or plot twists. women, coming from a 17-year-old who ma-wide sigh of delight passed through For anyone who has not heard about it seriously needs acting lessons, the words the audience. How amazing that this man yet, the story in “Twilight” is that a high cause more laughter to flutter through the cares enough about Bella, treats her with school junior moves from Phoenix, Az., to theater than sighs of longing. so much respect, that he cares how other Forks, Wa., a rainy, grey town where she That is not to say sighs of longing didn’t people treat her. finds love in a most unusual source. echo in the theater throughout the movie. Later in the movie, Edward invites Bella Captivated by a vampire’s unusual self- After all, a film hardly grosses $37.5 mil- home to meet his family. A truly charming denying love for her, Bella Swan (Kristen lion on its first day without a certain group, they are happy to see her and set Stewart) finds herself quickly entwined amount of attractiveness – for “Twilight,” about delightfully cooking in order to with the vampire community and in his name is Edward. make her feel more comfortable. Edward inescapable danger from one particularly Why has this character universally cap- politely introduces Bella to his family, all tenacious bloodsucker. tured the hearts of young women? of whom are vampires and have the natu- What sounds like a possibly promising Edward is self-sacrificing, polite, gentle ral bent to eat her, yet they set aside their story instead stacks all the action into the and chivalrous. He absolutely adores Bella own desires because they value human last twenty minutes, leaving the rest of the and desires to delight her heart. He pro- life. In fact, later in the movie they risk movie for conversation. tects and cares for her. their own lives in an effort to protect Edward shows Bella his special powers. The plot is slow moving and assumes its Edward throws himself in front of vans Bella. an understanding of self-sacrifice that far viewers have no logical thinking skills for Bella, catching her as she falls so that This family is almost like a fairy tale – surpasses many of today’s movie heroes. whatsoever. Most of the dialogue is teen she doesn’t even get hurt sliding to the their honor and respectfulness and general Although the movie has no cinematic angst, and there is an entire scene where ground. merriment explain Edward’s astonishingly merit – nor should it be recommended for the two main characters do nothing but Being able to read thoughts, Edward is gentlemanly behavior towards Bella. Our any film awards – it is undeniably loved stare meaningfully into each other’s eyes. offended by the foul thoughts in the minds hearts naturally recognize a desire to serve and that in itself makes it worth another What is more, much of the movie is spent of the men who attack Bella in one scene. others – the fact that the father vampire is look when browsing movie possibilities simply watching them watch each other! He is angered to the point of distraction a doctor is more than an irony, it illustrates this winter. Entertainment The Collegian 16 December 12, 2008 FILM REVIEW Back with a vengeance Bond finds a ‘quantum of solace’ after Vesper’s death By Darin Miller would love to be under the circumstances: Robert Wade, all back together from Collegian Editor-in-Chief an unstoppable force. No iron armor now “Casino Royale,” resisted almost every – he is made of iron himself. urge to throw in comedy. Because of this, James Bond has always been a contro- The first cue that “Quantum” is a transi- the slightest joke seemed hilarious – a nec- versial hero: he’s a womanizer and a killer tional work is in the opening credits. In essary break to ease tensions. who somehow manages to smile and say most Bond films, silhouetted women All Bond films have a basic plotline. something witty after every ordeal; but not dance sensually around the text as the “Casino Royale” diverged from this, as did until Daniel Craig stepped into the role in movie’s theme plays. In “Casino Royale,” “Quantum.” But in “Quantum,” the plot- “Casino Royale” did most fans know why. card suits fluttered across the screen, line serves solely to build Bond’s charac- In “Casino Royale” audiences learned weaving in and out of a silhouetted Bond. ter. There was hardly even a twist – in the where Bond started, and about his first In “Quantum,” the credits begin with sand beginning we believe that either oil or dia- love: Vesper Lynd, who played and dunes, which slowly gain a sensual monds are at stake when really it is drink- betrayed him. “Quantum of Solace” chron- appearance as the wind toys with them and ing water. icles Bond’s largely unauthorized mission eventually dissipate, giving way to the fig- The environmental politics seemed a bit to discover who was behind Vesper’s ures of silhouetted women once again. much, but Bond has traditionally dealt death, and settle the score. While the idea Bond in transition. with whatever captured headlines at the of a vengeful Bond has been toyed with Fans of the old films can take solace in time: tense relations between England and before – take “Die Another Day” for the fact that classic Bond will return in the the Soviet Union, North and South Korea, instance – it was never to this extent. This next film. This is confirmed in the final the space race. is important because it shows how Bond image in “Quantum” – the famous gun The writers should have focused more can take everything that happens to him in barrel shot from the other films. on the character of Mathis, played by the next 20 films with a smile and a witty “Quantum” begins with a car chase, one Giancarlo Giannini. Back from “Casino remark. Never again will Bond be broken, of four scenes that were filmed too close Royale,” Mathis not only sets Bond on the since he was broken before, or nearly, in for comfort. Perhaps it’s no coincidence right trail to find out what Dominic this film. “Quantum” is Bond on the edge, that Jason Bourne shares the same initials, Greene (Mathieu Amalric), the film’s vil- about to snap. but in “Quantum,” Bond has stolen many lain, is up to, but also puts him on the path “Quantum” should not be viewed solely of Bourne’s tricks, including his knife- to finding solace after Vesper’s betrayal as a sequel to “Casino Royale” but as fighting skills. and death. The character seemed con- either an extension to the prequel that is So has director Marc Forster, who brings trived, with one purpose: a short, breath- “Casino Royale” or as a link uniting the camera into the action, snipping each less monologue as he makes his exit. Craig’s first film with all the others. clip short a second later. The result: Where Forster’s vision shone was in the Additionally, “Quantum,” more than any breathless, speedy fight scenes and chases post-production editing. Alicia Keyes and other Bond film, delves into Bond’s char- on foot, in car, boat and plane. Jack White collaborated on the first ever Bond (Daniel Craig) rushes to stop vil- acter. While the film seems to be non-stop These were probably well choreo- duet for the film’s theme song “Another lain Dominic Greene from completing a action, brutal from beginning to end, it is graphed, but no one would be able to tell Way to Die” — gone, apparently, are the shady trade deal with a South American in this action that we see Bond’s character because Forster continuously shoves the days when Bond songs were titled after dictator. most notably. Vesper’s death hit him, hard. camera into the action, then changes the film itself — and throughout the film, Now he’s hitting back, with everything he angles before eyes can adjust – particular- the musical styles from each location, be it “Tosca,” and Bond wreaking more havoc. is. ly in the boat chase, when Bond uses his Europe or South America, are woven Other highlights in the film included a If it seems like Bond is flat it is because wits to destroy two pursuing boats; it is together with the film’s theme and the not-so-subtle nod to “Goldfinger,” which that is what he’s forced himself to be. impossible to tell how he destroyed either Bond series theme in a very beautiful way. served to give Bond his one lover for the Does Bond wear armor? In “Casino of them because of the close shots and From Bolivian brass to Austrian orches- film and also to wake him to the fact that Royale” he says that Vesper stripped it quick editing. tra, all are intricately incorporated together holding his grudge was killing everyone from him. Now with his soul naked for the Another divergence from classic Bond is in the soundtrack. There was also a beauti- around him. By the end of the film, Bond world to see, Bond is what every man that writers Paul Haggis, Neal Purvis and ful scene featuring the Italian opera has lost more friends than probably any other Bond film in the franchise. So amidst this death and destruction in his reckless pursuit of vengeance, what keeps him from going over the edge? His friends try to help him. But the sympathiz- ing Mathis and kindred spirit Camille (Olga Kurylenko) – also out for vengeance – can only do so much. Camille tells Bond, “I wish I could set you free.” Can anyone really set him free? While Bond has transitioned, seen in the way he deals with Greene compared to earlier vic- tims, it isn’t over. Even after he finally fin- ishes his mission to avenge Vesper, he isn’t fully healed. But what would drive many mad has not destroyed Bond. At the end of it all, M tells Bond, “I’m glad you’re back,” to which he replies, “I never left.” Then he smiles. Remember that smile, because he wears it in the rest of the franchise. It is also our cue that what he’s gone through has only made him stronger, and awakened him. He may never trust as fully again, but you can be sure that he’s found reason enough to go on, which is why Bond fans can take James Bond (Daniel Craig) and bond girl Strawberry Fields (Gemma Arterton) attend a event hosted by Dominic Greene. solace in “Quantum.” The Collegian Entertainment December 12, 2008 17 BOOK REVIEWS Things to ‘Tis the season Do Staffers share their favorite Christmas books Every family has their own set of traditions, way through Dickens’ lively prose and memo- Finals week is the perfect many of which occur around the holidays. rable characters. Most of all, reading this tale time for studying hard and And what’s more traditional and holiday-ish reminds us that the Scrooges in us all receive slacking harder. We at the than curling up with a good book and a mug a second birth through the One whose birth entertainment section under- of hot cocoa? The Collegian editors were all we celebrate at Christmas. stand this thirst to break the asked to share their childhood nostalgia by News Editor Sarah Boyd monotony of on-campus life writing about their favorite Christmas book. at finals time and have a few Here are their picks. “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg suggestions to lighten up this (1985) coming week. “The Christmas Miracle of Jonathon I have loved trains ever since I was little, Toomey” by Susan Wojciechowski (1995) and this is one of the first books I remember Go to www.whitepages.com Each Christmas, I love to read this story of a from when I was young. It involves all the and type in a first or last talented woodcarver, Jonathon Toomey, whose great things about the Christmas season – name that you would have gruffness earns him the name “Mr. Gloomy.” snow, Santa, and hot chocolate, to name a few. found hilarious as a six-year- A friendly widow and her son commission the It is a great book for kids and adults alike! I old. Then type in a random woodcarver to make a nativity set in time for recently found it in my room, and I just may state, city or zip code. Press Christmas. As Jonathon carves each figure, he read it again on Christmas day. enter and appreciate the fact slowly responds to the kindness of the widow. Photo Editor Andy Drabic that there are still people who Only after releasing the pain that prompted his refuse to legally change their hardness can Jonathon finish the manger “Why the Chimes Rang” by Raymond names. scene and find joy. The author uses repetition MacDonald Alden (1994) and well-developed characters to create her This short story tells of a magnificent Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is Head on down to the Coffee powerful story. In addition to the message of church with bells so sweet that they are said to an enduring Christmas classic. Grove on Broad Street for restoration, I enjoy the book’s richly detailed be rung by angels, but the bells only sound delicious desserts and sand- pictures. when a magnificent offering is given to the played the Grinch in “Seussical the Musical.” wiches and a dose of much- Life Editor Arielle Bateman Christ-child. People come from miles around, The combination of rhyme, story and invented needed caffeine. The Coffee offering gold and other riches, but the bells words, all of which incorporate the Christmas Grove is a great atmosphere “The Tale of Three Trees: A Traditional finally ring when a poor boy from the village spirit masterfully, touches me greatly. And it for relaxing, but it’s also a Folktale” by Angela Elwell Hunt and Tim places his last silver coin on the altar. I love helps that it’s a story which spans the ages and decent place for studying and Jonke (1989) this story because I think we, like the people age groups. you’re more likely to get a This story is about three trees on a hill who in the story, are often too caught up in the Editor-in-Chief Darin Miller table there than in the Breen dream of what they’ll become when they glory and wonder of Christmas. We all want Student Union. grow up. The first wants to be a treasure to hear the music without realizing that it is “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry (1906) chest, the second wants to be a sailing ship, sometimes the smallest gifts and the sincerest This title should be familiar to anyone who Exercise your brain (like you and the third doesn’t want to leave the hill at humility that make the difference. enjoys reading O. Henry. For those of you aren’t already doing so) and all – he just wants people to look up at him Life Editor Kelli Gradel who haven’t yet been introduced, “The Gift try your hand at online cross- and think of God. The lumberjacks have other of the Magi” is a Christmas Eve short story word puzzles or Sudoku. plans. The first tree was made into a manger – “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” by about a young couple just getting started in a Papers like the Seattle Times which held the greatest Treasure of all on E.T.A. Hoffman (1816) New York City flat. Della desperately wants and Daily Telegraph offer Christmas night. The second was made into a I remember a Christmas, when I was very to get Jim something special for Christmas, free puzzling fun. fishing boat – where a Man rode Who calmed little, when my cousin got a traditional nut- but all she has is $1.87…and several feet of the sea. And the third was cut into strong cracker soldier. Our Christmas tree was deco- beautiful hair, worth $20. Della never stops When you’re feeling the need beams that were shaped into a cross, and peo- rated in a variety of angels, animals, cartoon to consider whether it’s wise to sacrifice her to escape campus and satiate ple looked up and saw the Son of God. I love characters, snowmen and other figures, and greatest treasure for one she loves. And here a burning hunger for appetiz- the rich illustrations and the immensely pow- like the story “The Nutcracker,” I would I must stop for fear of meddling with one of ers, why not go to Rachel’s erful message of this story. imagine that the ornaments would come to life O. Henry’s signature surprise endings! Roadhouse for their deli- E! Editor Anna Brinkman and have a battle. In the story, the nutcracker Copy Editor Corrie Schwab cious $0.25 wings? Indulge ends up fighting a seven-headed mouse king yourself on hot or sweet For children: “The Most Precious Gift: A to save the little girl, and while we didn’t have “The Polar Express” by Chris Van bourbon wings, Monday Story of the Nativity” by Marty Crisp and mice in our house, there was a stuffed mouse Allsburg (1985) through Thursday from 9 Floyd Cooper (2006) ornament on the tree that reminded me of the This is the most magical story about hav- p.m. until the kitchen closes. A boy and his dog pay a visit to the infant story. Sometimes I would take the ornaments ing faith and believing what is unseen. I love Go online to www.spring- Christ. From this simple story comes a tale of off and play with them on the tree, pretending the description of the warm food and drinks fields.com for directions and love and self-sacrifice highlighted by wonder- that they were alive. I always liked that sort of that are served on the train and how joyous hours. ful illustrations that open the nativity story to story and hoped that they really did come to seeing Santa was! All in all, it is just the per- all who come to the stable. life after I went to sleep. fect story to curl up and float away to the The Guthrie Theater will When the children have gone to bed: Sports Editor David Janssen unseen! finally be playing mature- “Holidays on Ice” by David Sedaris (1997) Advertising Manager aged films beginning tonight This short collection of essays includes the “Santa’s Twin” by Dean Koontz (1996) Sammi Vermilya at 7 and 9:30 p.m. with Santaland Diaries that is the basis for a one- What a wonderful take on typical Santa- showings of the new end-of- man play often performed this time of year. At fare! Dean Koontz spins a wonderfully evil “The Velveteen Rabbit” by Margery the-world epic “The Day the times irreverent and yet thoughtful, these tale about the mugging and kidnapping of our Williams (1922) Earth Stood Still,” starring essays are meant to be read aloud with beloved fat friend by his fiendish twin brother, Who could not love this story about a Keanu Reeves and Jennifer friends. Bob Claus. Determined to keep Bob from Christmas present, forgotten initially and Connelly. The film will run News Editor Anne Marie Booth ruining Christmas and turning the reindeer snubbed by the “more expensive toys” but, through Dec. 18. But, never a into stew meat, it’s up to the young heroines once needed, loved beyond measure? venue to forget the little “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens Charlotte and Emily to journey to the North Williams is exceptional – she is able to tell a ones, the Guthrie will also be (1843) Pole and rescue Santa Claus. My memories of simple story about a stuffed animal and yet running special matinee Most of us are familiar with versions of this twisted tale were only of unadulterated bring people to tears wtihin the first few showings of “Madagascar: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” made joy at the sheer quirkiness of Koontz’s poetic pages due to the resonate truth she conveys. Escape 2 Africa” on Saturday for the silver screen; even the Muppets present writing and Phil Park’s imaginative illustra- “Once you are Real,” the Skin Horse tells and Sunday at 2 and 4:15 their own spin on this classic. But this tions. “Santa’s Twin” continues to warm my Velveteen Rabbit, “you can’t be ugly, except p.m. Christmas, consider curling up by the impish little heart. to people who don’t understand.” For people Christmas tree with a cup of tea and the origi- E! Editor Kelsey Keating who understand the joy of loving until it nal short novel form of the timeless tale. hurts, the Velveteen Rabbit is not only one - Compiled by Kelsey Keating Dickens transports his readers on a midnight “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Dr. of the best Christmas presents but also the and Anna Brinkman journey of redemption, as three spirits reveal Seuss (1957) best Christmas book. Entertainment Editors to Ebenezer Scrooge the vanity of his ways. After my senior year of high school I partic- Managing Editor Scenes come alive in a fresh and charming ipated in a summer theater program and Sarah Beth Gross Perspectives The Collegian 18 December 12, 2008 The Living in the past: The need No Child Left Behind Collegian for history education leaves children out for not meeting the national By Meredith Bolling with hesitant permission from her Since 1891 By Kendra Doerr Contributing Writer requirements of the No Child Contributing Writer principal, to buck the system and The Grove City Left Behind Act, a federal law use the reading and writing work- In the book inspired by the true implemented in 2002. NCLB 40 percent of students graduating shop approach that had effectively College Newspaper story of a determined teacher, requires each state to strengthen with a teaching degree never even taught students in her class to read, 100 Campus Drive “The Freedom Writers Diary,” efforts for the improvement of enter the field. Of those who do, 33 comprehend and write well for 30 Grove City, Pennsylvania 16127 Erin Gruwell says to her class, academic achievement. percent quit within the first few years. The result? Not only did Phone: (724) 458-2193 “Raise your hand if you know Some principals and adminis- years. Why would so many stu- more of her students reach “bench- Fax: (724) 458-2167 what the Holocaust is.” After trators actually have eliminated dents spend hundreds of thousands mark” on Reading First tests than www.gcc.edu/The_Collegian.php [email protected] only one hand is raised, the history from the curriculum in of dollars, four years of hard work any of the other classes, but her stu- shock of reality hits: many attempt to raise test scores. A and the time and energy of jumping dents’ comprehension, fluency and Editorial Staff American students do not know California elementary school through all the hoops of teacher quality of written response were so basic historical facts. teacher had to form her own certification or only to decide not to impressive that Reading First offi- Editor-in-Chief: One story does not prove the after-school U.S. history club in teach? As a third-year education cials agreed to allow her to continue Darin Miller deficit of history in American order to teach U.S. history major, I am beginning to under- her practice. They insisted, howev- Managing Editor: classrooms, yet even President because the principal said it was stand. er, on applying the term “learning Sarah Beth Gross George W. Bush states that today an “extra” subject and not as crit- Today’s public education system stations” to her teaching strategy in Senior Copy Editor: our children have gaps in their ical as reading class. may seek intelligence, creativity an attempt to cover the obvious fact Kelley Smith knowledge of history. Bush said, According to E.D. Hirsch, the and passion on paper applications, that there are alternative methods of Layout Editor: “Ignorance of American history use of history can improve stan- but in practice, it is more concerned teaching reading and comprehen- Megan Osborne and civics weakens our sense of dardized test scores in reading. In with obedience. Like compliant sion more effective than those the Copy Editors: citizenship. To be an American is his book, “The Knowledge cogs, teachers are expected to slip Reading First rules dictate. Andrew Hart not just a matter of blood or Deficit,” Hirsch proves general passively into the well-oiled This teacher won a small victory Corrie Schwab birth; we are bound by ideals, background knowledge is needed bureaucracy of No Child Left for the 20 students in her class. It is David Janssen and our children must know for students to become successful Behind “programs” and turn quietly a different story, however, for new Katie McIntyre those ideals.” readers. Students come from a in the gears regardless of the effica- teachers who do not have enough Kevin Schellhase An American citizen should variety of backgrounds, yet the cy of the teaching strategies that the seniority or tenure to choose a bet- News Co-Editors: know basic facts of history. As history of a country remains the programs impose. ter option than the mandated pro- Sarah Boyd students become aware of histo- same. History, therefore, provides Programs, no matter how differ- gram. Tragically, most teachers are Anne Marie Booth ry, they gain an understanding for a common, shared knowledge for entiated and effective they claim to pressured into giving up effective Life Co-Editors: the voting process and knowl- students to build upon. be, cannot replace intelligent, gifted practices for the less effective meth- Kelli Gradel edge to participate in governmen- A good education goes beyond teachers who know the educational ods of wholesale education pro- Arielle Bateman tal affairs. A core education in reading, math and science. A bal- needs of each individual student grams. history is needed, yet it is not ance between standardized test- and have experience in how to Within the next few years, the vet- Entertainment Co-Editors: included in every classroom ing and the ability to teach all meet those needs effectively. I eran teacher informed me, NCLB Kelsey Keating across America. Schools, instead, subjects is needed. Yes, reading recently talked to a veteran teacher improvement programs – such as Anna Brinkman spend too much time testing stu- and math tests should continue. of 32 years in a public elementary Reading First – will take an even Sports Editor: dents with standardized tests to But teachers must integrate his- school labeled a “Reading First” more outrageous step toward Jane Wilson implement history into the every- tory into their curriculum when- school due to low scores on the teacher-proofing the curriculum by Photo Editors: day classroom. ever possible, whether by sched- standardized reading exam. literally scripting each lesson. “I am Andy Drabic The Pennsylvania System of uling a specific block of time for “When the Reading First program planning on being retired before Joshua Kitamura School Assessment plays a history or by simply shutting the officials came in, they told us that then,” the teacher said. “I’m certain prominent role in what is taught classroom door and ignoring everyone must do x, y and z, and if if I was reduced to performing Business Staff in classrooms across the state. mandates when told not to teach you don’t like it, leave,” the teacher scripted lessons something inside Math, reading and science are it. said. The Reading First officials me would die.” Business Manager: currently tested through the Now is the time to stop tried to implement reading educa- In ages past, teachers garnered Karen Bourquin PSSA, but not history. The encouraging ignorance and to tion by timed stations. Right away respect as intellectual authorities. Advertising Manager: implementation of the PSSA cre- start encouraging history in the she saw several key pieces missing Today, they are indoctrinated and Sammi Vermilya ates tension because teachers everyday classroom no matter from the program. The stations, controlled by the educational Distribution Manager: want to ensure that students pass which subjects are tested on even when well orchestrated, were bureaucracy as mere pawns and Brandy Tillow these exams. standardized tests. By doing this, difficult to differentiate. They were puppets. Tired of dutifully follow- Administrative There is a push for students to every student will respond confi- also deficient in building the com- ing the faulty advice of prescribed achieve high scores on standard- dently when the teacher says, prehension, higher level thinking programs, some of the best and Staff ized tests because there are con- “Raise your hand if you know and quality writing that should brightest are leaving the teaching sequences schools must endure what the Holocaust is.” accompany reading. She decided, field. Administrative Adviser: Amy Clingensmith Faculty Adviser: LETTER TO THE EDITORS Dr. Jason R. Edwards

OPINIONS appearing on these pages, unless expressly stated The Gospel abounds through grace otherwise, represent the views of the author and are not the Dear Editors, water is bad and the land is unfruitful’” (NASB). fall upon His grace, we find our identity is collective views of The With the end of this semester, freshmen have We have wonderful resources, but unless our changed – He lives in us and we are His (Gal. Collegian, its staff or Grove had a taste of life here at Grove City College, water is from God, we are hopeless, sucking 2:20; Rom. 8:9; Rev. 5:9-10). From there, we City College. and the seniors among us can see the end from broken cisterns (Jer. 2:11-13). A senior at can truly fulfill the purpose of an education, that approaching rapidly. I want to pass on a part of Lauren’s memorial service encouraged those is, to joyfully share God’s glory by worshipping LETTERS TO THE EDITOR must be no longer than 500 words the College’s recent history, especially to the present to regularly pray for our College. I have Him in more and more of the facets of our lives, and should be sent to Darin underclassmen. been a weak intercessor, I confess (I Sam. in and out of class. Miller at Box 2197 or In September of 2005, when I was a freshman 12:24), but I along with others have prayed that Remember that people are praying for you. [email protected]. myself, a memorial service for a student from we members of this College would grow closer Remember this college in your prayers. And the class of 2007 was held in Harbison Chapel. I to God. remember that we all fail and must depend on Letters must be received by did not know Lauren Castanza, who died in a You have probably realized, upon coming to God’s gospel, not any gospel we fabricate. Monday at 5 p.m. The hiking accident, but I went to hear about this the College or since arriving, how you and the Please keep this in mind, whatever you do over Collegian reserves the right to young woman who had impacted our campus others around you are far from what we may break. Remember that, best of all the interces- edit or hold any letter. dramatically. like to claim to be. Yes, there are many true sors, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit pray for Lauren loved God. She hosted prayer gather- Christians here, but even if they are “nice” peo- God’s children constantly (Heb. 7:25; Rom. Anonymous letters will not be ings for this College in love. She shared her con- ple or try to break that hypocritical stereotype, 8:23-27). Be encouraged. Pursue God in Christ published. cern that this was a well-situated but barren we all reject God in motive or action myriad above and through everything else. Receive the The Collegian is published by community. At the memorial service, a student times every day. beautiful Gospel which applies to all of life on Grove City College, Grove City, read the passage she had cited as representing Ironically, this is the first part of the best edu- and off this campus – for this is the ultimate edu- Pa. the College – II Kings 2:19: “Then the men of cation we can receive: to comprehend our need cation. the city said to Elisha, ‘Behold now, the situation for a mediator and propitiation for us, and to see Sincerely, of this city is pleasant, as my Lord sees; but the that in Jesus Christ alone we have this. When we Senior Josiah Momose The Collegian Sports December 12, 2008 19

WOMEN’S SWIMMING AND DIVING Lady Wolverines cause upset Team out-swims Washington and Jefferson by 7.5 points By Andrew Parry Lady Wolverines ended up incredible season bests in mul- 5:15.99. diver Bethany Johnson took Collegian Writer placing first and third in the tiple events. Page was a stand- Richert was another success seconds in both the one-meter event, leading to the eventual out at the meet. She posted two at the meet. She posted a win in and three-meter diving events. The Lady Wolverines swim win over Washington and wins with the 100 freestyle at the mile (1650 freestyle) with a Other runners up included team pulled off the impossible Jefferson. 53.33, and the 100 butterfly time of 18:13.74. Richert also sophomore Sarah Bargery in last weekend. The team beat the The relay began with fresh- with a 59.99, breaking the won the 500 freestyle in stun- the 100 breaststroke and senior Washington and Jefferson man Kate Wilt swimming a minute barrier. She was also the ning fashion with a time of Rebecca Smiddy in the mile. Presidents – Longnecker 55.45, then handing it off to anchor to several of the win- 5:14.51. Finally, she dominated The win against Washington Invitational and Presidents’ freshman Emily Kramer who ning relays. the 200 Butterfly with a win- and Jefferson made a statement Athletic Conference champions split a 55.62. Third was fresh- Wilt captured two wins: the ning time of 2:12.79. in the PAC. The incredible – by a score of 1,102.5 to man Jenna Richert who split a 200 freestyle with a time of Other strong performances young talent mixed with strong 1,095. This was one of the 53.63. Finally, anchor sopho- 1:59.52; and the 200 breast- included junior Amanda senior leadership is propelling girls’ biggest wins in recent more Sarah Page split a 53.92, stroke with a time of 2:30.64. Thompson who took second them to the top. The team team history. securing the victory for Grove Wilt also posted a second place place in the 100 (1:02.02) and hopes to continue on the path The meet came down to the City. The relay team’s final finish in the 500 freestyle 200 (2:11.34) backstrokes, as of success and has set its eyes final relay in which the girls time was 3:38.62. behind fellow Lady Wolverine well as the 400 (4:45.93) on the Presidents’ Athletic needed to perform well. The Many swimmers put up Richert, who had a time of Individual Medley. Freshman Conference Championship.

MEN’S SWIMMING AND DIVING CROSS COUNTRY UPDATES Men take ninth at regionals Team takes By Mary Rachel Robbins his athletes – “The Seniors.” Contributing Writer During this last race of the season, the men gave their seniors the best gift they could give in return On Nov. 15, the Grove City men fought for four years of self-sacrifice: they gave their all. another win through the rain and the mud on the eight kilome- Sophomore Garrett Cichowitz led the team with ter course at Greene County Airport to place ninth a 17th place finish and time of 26:01. He was By Andrew Parry time of 4:17.05. In both races out of 41 teams in the Mid-East Regional closely followed by his teammate Senior Dan Championships. Spaulding, who was 22nd with a time of 26:14. Collegian Writer he touched out 2007 champion and PAC star Brandon Smith of Every week, Grove City cross country head Cichowitz said, “It was a privilege for me to go Total annihilation is the only Washington and Jefferson. coach Sean Severson gives his runners a word, a out and give it my best for the team, but most way to describe the men’s swim- After the relay triumph, phrase or a mantra to focus on for the upcoming importantly for God.” While remembering the ming and diving team’s perform- Courage swept the sprint race, from “Dream Big” to “Become a Better four seniors who helped make this program what ance this weekend, placing first freestyle events, winning the 50 Racer.” For Saturday’s Regional race at it is today, this team did not forget to give God among seven teams and amass- (20.34), 100 (45.62) and 200 Waynesburg he continued the tradition by choos- the glory and honor for blessing them with the ing a total of 1,601 team points. (1:43.72) freestyles. He was also ing a phrase that was close to the heart of each of gift of running. The Longnecker Invitational on the anchor to the 200, 400 and Dec. 5 and 6 included three ses- 800 freestyle relays. Women take fifth at regionals sions that started off with a Other winners at the meet bang. were: senior Peter Larsen, win- By Tim Su her up, saving her from being trampled by some 300 Right at the start, a team com- ning the 100 butterfly in 52.31; Collegian Writer girls. This act displayed Rachel’s great sportsmanship prising of freshman Kirk sophomore Camden Coppelli, and unselfish attitude as she put her teammate before Gagliardo and seniors Drew capturing the 100 backstroke For the last three years, every race hosted by herself.” Snyder, Tim Whitbeck and with 53.75 and Lincoln Larsen, Waynesburg University at the Greene County Airport Senior Kristen Carter was the first finisher for the Caleb Courage got the team winning the 200 breaststroke in has had the same conditions: rain, and lots of it. Nov. Grove City team, taking second place overall and fired up in the 200 freestyle 2:11.93. 15 was no exception. The juniors and seniors knew completing the course in a time of 22 minutes and 6 relay. Grove City College won all of every detail of this course. Saturday was the fourth seconds. Snyder was the first leg of the the relays in the meet. After the visit to this course in three years which included a Grove City totaled 186 points to earn fifth place for relay and led off with a 21.47, record-breaking 200 freestyle, prior race this season. Everyone had a taste of what the team. Johns Hopkins took the team title with 80 one of his season bests. the 400 freestyle relay including was to come, but this time the competition was at a points. The Grove City women finished sixth the year Gagliardo followed up with a Gagliardo, Peter Larsen, much higher level. With 305 top runners in the before. season best split of 20.85. Whitbeck and Courage won with Mideast region spanning 44 teams, the Lady For most of the women’s team, this race marked Whitbeck, a former national a time of 3:05.57. The 800 Wolverines had a rough road ahead. the end of the season. However, Carter and Seward champion, split a 20.10, also a freestyle relay with Gagliardo, Freshman Mary Rachel Robbins stated, “Rachel continued on to the NCAA Division III season best. And then Courage freshman Nick Hamilton, sopho- Nelson saw Julia [Seward] go down … and pulled Championships. dove in. more Nate Nielsen and Courage At this point, every swimmer won with a time of 6:57.86. on the pool deck was yelling and The 200 Medley Relay team Three runners represent College at Nationals screaming because the team of Coppelli, Lincoln Larsen, By Tim Su second time qualifying. knew the varsity record for the Peter Larsen and Whitbeck, won Collegian Writer Cichowitz was the first to run the eight kilometer relay could be broken. Courage with a time of 1:34.55 – a men’s race, completing the course in a time of 25:48 to touched in at a 19.56, finishing Longnecker Invitational record. On Nov. 22, some of the nation’s best intercollegiate capture 133rd place out of 278 runners. the relay at a 2:21.98, breaking The final relay was the 400 runners gathered at Hanover College in Indiana. The Seward and Carter ran their six kilometer race at the school record by one one- Medley Relay with freshman championship course was relatively flat with a few noon. Seward came in 38th place with a time of 21:49 hundredth of a second. Clay Beckner, Bowser, rolling hills. The temperature that afternoon was 23 and Carter came in 131st with 22:41. There were 279 The team also shattered the Gagliardo and Whitbeck, win- degrees. Hundreds of fans lined the course to cheer on runners competing in total. pool record set back in 2006. ning with a time of 3:34.90. the runners. As Carter looked back on her final cross country sea- This relay began a winning Other swimmers who per- For both the men and the women’s cross country son, she said, “I have ran cross-country for eight years, streak for the swimmers, what formed well were: sophomore teams, this year produced spectacular runners. Both and this past year was the most rewarding season I they call “seeing water catch Bennett Keefer in the 100 and teams worked hard throughout the season, plowing have ever had. I have never competed with a team that fire.” 200 Breaststroke; sophomore through summer training, pre-season camp, and invita- was as united, as focused and as selfless as this year’s Many swimmers had break-out Chris Marasco in the 100 and tional races on the weekends, all of which on top of the team. I am proud to say I ran with those girls, and I swims at the invitational. 200 Butterfly, junior Chip rigorous academic workload from Grove City College. will miss them tremendously.” Freshman Ben Bowser won the Cressman in the mile (1650) and Three runners individually qualified for the Division This race culminated the impressive season for both 200 Individual Medley with a the 400 Individual Medley; and III National Championship meet: sophomore Garrett the men’s and women’s teams. For the College, both time of 1:57.53 as well as the several others who posted season Cichowitz and seniors Kristen Carter and Julia Seward. the men and women brought home the Presidents’ 400 Individual Medley with a bests. This is Cichowitz’s first, Carter’s third and Seward’s Athletic Conference Titles in cross country. Sports The Collegian 20 December 12, 2008 WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Team wins three in a row after slow start After five straight losses, the team, led by captains senior 23 percent shooting from the Against W&J, for instance, each on its athleticism. The team’s Grove City women’s basketball Raeann Szelong and juniors floor. Grove City also forced 20 team member played for about 15 offensive strategy, under the lead- team bounced back with three Laura Miller and Krista Beechy, turnovers. minutes, and four women played ership of coach Sarah Harris, will wins in a row against Geneva, the Wolverines team is half the To extend the win streak to more than 30 minutes. key on the fast break to create Westminster and Allegheny. size of most. three, the Wolverines pulled out a “We need to figure out how to changes for layups and uncontest- The team’s fifth loss came But the losses for the small 54-51 victory over visiting put 40 minutes of play together ed shots. against conference foe squad came to an end with three Allegheny on Dec. 10. without letting up,” Beechy said. On defense, the team will also Washington & Jefferson on Dec. wins in a row. Grove City broke a 49-49 tie She added that they are not at this try to utilize its quickness and 1. The team played well in the In a 68-58 win against Geneva with 48 seconds left on a three- point yet, but she expressed opti- athleticism. Beechy said that the first half, keeping the game with- on Dec. 3, Miller fired in a point play from Szelong. mism. team will strive to play tough in seven points. But W&J surged career-high 18 points while Slater Allegheny closed to within 52-51 “We all understand our roles on defense until the shot goes up or ahead in the second half for a win added 14 points and a game-high but Miller sank both ends of a the team and how hard we have the team forces a turnover. of 63-30. nine rebounds. one-and-one with four seconds to work in order to be success- The Lady Wolverines have The Lady Wolverines were led Szelong added a dozen points left to extend the lead back to ful,” Beechy said. many goals this year, both on and by freshman Megan Gebrosky, while Gebrosky posted 11 points three. A desperation heave at the This year the team features a off the court. On the court, the who had a career-high 13 points. and four assists. buzzer by Allegheny fell well two-guard, three-forward lineup. team hopes to get a .500 winning Sophomore Christine Slater Then on Dec. 6, the team short. The team has no center but uses percentage and always give grabbed a team-high 10 chalked up its second win against A major obstacle the players this to its advantage. Against absolute effort. rebounds. Westminster, beating the Titans will have to overcome is growing W&J, Grove City pushed the ball (David Larson contributed to With just a seven-member 40-36 and limiting them to just fatigue throughout the season. up the floor quickly to capitalize this story.)

INTRAMURAL FOOTBALL MEN’S BASKETBALL AEX defeats Tri-Rhos Team uses defense in annual match up for success By David Janssen By David Larson sive schemes and will look to utilize its Collegian Sports Editor Contributing Writer advantages. The team is hoping to push the ball up Saturday morning felt cold. Really The Grove City men’s basketball team the floor quickly after missed baskets to cold. Despite temperatures below 20 won its conference opener 58-44 over demonstrate its athleticism. While the degrees, more than 100 people arrived Washington and Jefferson on Dec. 1 at the team lacks size, their big men are athletic at 10 a.m. to cheer for the brothers of Grove City Arena. Grove City controlled and O’Keefe said the team should be able AEX and Rho Rho Rho as they compet- the tempo of the game with stifling to exploit this advantage. ed in their annual tackle football game. defense and a balanced offensive attack. The team also pulled off two wins in The AEX/Rho football game tradition The Wolverines were led by senior Ryan overtime during the past week. On Dec. 3, began in the late ’90s. Members of both Gibson who had team highs of 16 points the team beat Geneva, 68-64, and groups spend two months before the and six rebounds. Senior guard Joe Westminster 89-81. They lost their Dec. game practicing and preparing. A lot of McCoy added 11 points, and junior Andy 10 game against Hiram 66-56. time and hard work goes into the game. O’Keefe scored nine points. Grove City Before game play began, junior Beth improves its standings to 5-1 overall and Bieber and AEX senior Caleb Vits led 2-0 in the conference. While the the attendees in the national anthem; Wolverines accomplished a successful Bieber sang and Vits accompanied on start, they hope to achieve even more in saxophone. Rivalries were put aside as the future. senior Josh Skipper of AEX and senior “The team goal for the season is to win Pierce Babirak of the Tri-Rhos took the PAC championship,” O’Keefe said. If turns leading the group in prayer. Adam Aljets Grove City wins the post-season PAC Once the teams took their places on Cold temperatures cannot keep the Tri- tournament, they will clinch a spot in the the frozen tundra, the struggle began. At Rhos or AEX off the field. NCAA Division III Tournament. times, the game seemed to blur the lines This task, however, will not be easily between rugby and football. Both teams second half, one exciting moment accomplished. O’Keefe noted that the fought to get the ball down the field, but occurred when AEX safety junior team’s success requires passion and focus little happened until late in the first half. Jordan Roberts intercepted the ball, run- from every player. Senior Chris Martin, AEX president, ning it back 30 yards in the last seconds This season, Grove City plans its suc- said, “The 2008 matchup was a very of the game. cess on the defensive end. The team takes defense-oriented game; both the AEX Reflecting on the game, AEX team pride in holding opponents to a low shoot- and Rho defenses made scoring diffi- captain senior Josh Skipper said, “I con- ing percentage. In its three wins this sea- cult.” sider it an immense achievement to son, Grove City has held its opponents to With less than a minute to go in the have beaten the Rhos, and not by much, 40 percent shooting or less from the field. half, AEX quarterback junior Jonathan mind you. They played a skillful game, Head coach Steve Lamie refuses to Coopersmith maintained the ball and and I sincerely applaud their upright allow the Wolverine defense to become rushed for a touchdown. Martin said sportsmanship, which was encouraging complacent. In practice, the players con- that the Rho defense prevented an AEX for my brothers and I to observe.” tinue to work on their defense under conversion, so the score remained 6-0. Skipper also said that “what makes Lamie’s instruction. One drill the team Despite consecutive attempts toward this game so significantly intense is the frequently performs is called the shell the end of the game to complete a pass- fact that we have one chance to drill, which helps the defensive players ing drive, the Rho players failed to demonstrate two grueling months’ learn to quickly adjust to the offense’s score. worth of practices, not to mention the passes. Senior Dan Huber, Rho team captain, excitement of the many cheering alum- The shell drill also enforces the trust and said, “The bitter cold really had an ni who make the journey back to wit- communication necessary among team effect, with our receivers not being ness the great legacy they have passed members. O’Keefe said that recently, the about to catch the ball when we needed on.” team’s communication has become one of it most at the end of the game. It took a After the game, Skipper and the men its strengths. toll on everyone, because every time of AEX reclaimed the dinner tray that On the offensive end, the players hope Fred Jenny you hit the ground, it was like hitting a has served as the official trophy since to become more aware of one another’s Junior Andy O’Keefe scored 21 points concrete wall.” 2002. The men of Rho Rho Rho won tendencies. As the season continues, the during the team’s win against Geneva Though no scoring took place in the last year’s game. team will integrate more complex offen- on Dec. 3.