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Volume 42 Issue 27 Wednesday March 19 2003 www.wlusp.com

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illegally

Michael Borrelli

March On Monday, 17, US Matt Bcnassi

W. Bush declared President George cuddle rabbit the March Break House. The rabbit not have been eaten at a Black Two lovely young women a during Qjpen may or may that Saddam Hussein had 48 hours Sabbath later. Find out the rabbit's fate and more about the Open house on page 3. to flee Iraq or face the full brunt of the American military at a "time of

[Bush's] choosing." That 48 hour time period ends Wednesday night 'A bomb is at and 'war'could commence coming... Bpm,

time after that. As read any you this,

bombs be on may already falling Bomb threat scribbled on WLUSU job application discovered to Baghdad.

In 1991, when coalition tanks be students uninformed stormed through the Iraqi desert to hoax; leaving deemed 'irresponsible' Saddam's of avenge invasion

the international communi- dowd, the threat did not materialize. Kuwait, bomb threat scrawled on a Days are counting

was French Bryn Boyce is Laurier. Michael Strickland, of ty firmly together. WLUSU job application form was [assume this down] Manager flew Media Relations, said that "no planes with Canadian ones found in the drop-off box late Also, the 'name of applicant'

while American fired the world buckles down filled with that this was troops Patriot As for Tuesday March 11 and delivered space was in profanity. one was advocating

missiles. The international situation and the level location than a war security rockets to Security Services the next day. There was no or anything more general has and the since changed dramatically. upward on the colour-coded ech- The application had the fol- building specified in the threat. warning to the public"

This 'war' will not be Laurier scrawled Patrick's the was careful to "not cre- supported elon, experienced its own lowing inscription on it: St. Day was pre- university

a international of bomb March 7th. scribed date for the but ate by large contingent day 'heightened security'. A "A is coming 1 bombing any unnecessary anxiety." and dictates that will also be illegal; it is an University policy

attack of of this sort be turned unprovoked by a group matters

nations Waterloo sovereign against another. directly over to the The Bush administration has Bombs over Police. The bomb Baghdad? Regional police accused Iraq of violating UN specialists then decide on the

Resolution 1441, which passed in severity of the threat and make a

November and that based his decision "on the recommendation to President Dr. requires Iraq Brandon Currie desperation as most Iraqi ven- con-

disclose and eliminate stocks of of the Canadian Robert Rosehart the of any dors have shipped merchandise victions people on course

of mass destruction. After a of the 'Axis of for fear of and the Canadian action. "We have a that weapons year sizing up out Baghdad looting government." policy

Whether is in fact in contra- of five months of and after the In Prime Minister allows the to make a Iraq Evil/ weapons during war. Britain, police judg-

vention of this resolution is in Rosehart. as yet inspections, countless diplomat- Yesterday, an eerie calm fell Tony Blair won a crucial vote ment call," explained

unknown (and be UN ic and the institution United the of that Rosehart stressed that the uni- may never as maneuvers over a Nations diplomat- House Commons

"a weapons Inspectors are evacuating of Freedom Fries, US President ic community that has become condoned the use of force, versity was making serious I write but the US W. Bush made accustomed merciless media still effort broaden communica- Baghdad as this) George finally it to although most Brits oppose to its

will be when it violates clear and tions" in the Indeed certainly on Monday night America coverage intense pressure in war without UN-backing. community. a

the and territorial will lead "coalition of the will- weeks. No Russia China all staff and fac- "sovereignty a recent more will the France, and letter was sent to

of reaffirmed in unless the Students' integrity" Iraq as ing" into Iraq Saddam world hang on Chief UN have played their diplomatic ulty as well as to

that same resolution. Nowhere Hussein into exile. Blix's word cards the and face and the Graduate Students very goes Inspector Hans every at UN, now Union

in the document does it allow the At Saddam and if will exclusion the MACHI press time or care Iraqi scientists con- in military proceed- Association through

US force in order his to use military to sons have yet to flee, leaving duct private interviews. ings. In surprising diplomatic and WLU.ca email addresses.

assure The the world balanced letter outlined what writ- Iraq's compliance. precariously Although Blix will report to the moves, France has offered sup- The was

Council must first author- the brink of it carries US in of in the threat and what Security on war. Security Council today port to the the case a ten meas-

ize force, and the Bush With the 48-hour deadline intended to military virtually no weight now that biological or chemical attack ures the university administration knows that they can- expiring at Bpm EST tonight and diplomacy has failed to end the and Russia has proposed to take.

not this authorization. a American withdraw from The left out was get quarter-million crisis. US-Russian only group

This believe it will in the Persian students. war, or not, troops Gulf poised However, now that war is nuclear arms treaties. the largest one, the life. The change your long-term to strike, the bombs could start certain, international relations Whatever happens in com- Many were disturbed by the news

of this war far did consequences are dropping anytime this evening. are rapidly convulsing on what ing weeks, it is clear that history and the fact that the university oil fields and thou- As could be made and the send the email beyond flaming ambassadors, weapons the eve of war. is about to be not warning out.

sands thousands of dead civil- and upon inspectors, journalists Yesterday, Canadian Prime future of the Middle East may ians the creation of or a humanitar- refugees flood out of Iraq, the Minister Jean Chretien declared hang in the balance. With diplo-

ian disaster as flood of refugees out is for once and for all that Canada it is now Iraqi population bracing macy failing yet again,

Iraq. would in the US- and soldiers war; mobbing grocery stores, not participate up to generals to

(continued on eleven) stations and in led three) page gas grocery stores coalition, stating that he decide Iraq's fate. (continued on page 2 News Wednesday March 19 20n3

WLU: medieval on your ass

has endured the Rings due to passion and Arts launches new devotion of readers." of its This statement Faculty par- alleled earlier Campbell's comment on the

fascination with Medieval Studies Program; Dan medieval culture, and further Timmons examined the "deep roots" the work has in delivers lecture LOTR literary history Timmons on reflecting "time-honoured literary motifs."

The lecture also discussed how readers

love the plot, characters, and fantastic

it took world created that this Stefan Sereda According to Dr. Weldon, two years by Tolkien, but does

initiate that examines not such a to a program explain why long book is re-

to them all, and in the medieval culture. The new will read. One Tolkien-fan in the audience "One program bring program Contributed Photo

them." While this be combine courses from the Classical remarked that he was somewhere between darkness bind may an Studies, Those among us who would rather live life as few. his fifteenth of the new Medieval Studies and History to name a and twentieth of the apt description English, genres, an elf finally have a reason to go outside. reading

it the raised the of of literature. Timmons Program, don't get caught saying near Campbell question "why epic piece suggested Medieval Studies?" and further noted that that The Lord of the cool kids. Rings "touches on this of the whole Tolkien The of Arts launched its new the attention to area attention to that themes that are intrinsic to the human Faculty given history industry psy- him. has the novel's che" and the interdisciplinary Medieval Studies Program "never ceases to amaze" emerged since publication quest presented in the work

March 12 at these in 1954, from the reflects how "we do and can have our own on Wednesday, Following prelimi- including everything

Timmons, who release of the film buttons The is also 7:3opm in Room 1 El. nary speeches adaptations to quests." text very applicable to received his PhD from the "Gandalf for President." several modern such Speaking at the event were reading issues, as environ- of deliv- noted that the English Professor and dark University Toronto, Still, Timmons despite mental destruction as an evil force in "Gandalf for enthusiast Dr. ered a lecture entitled "The millions who have read The Lord of the Tolkien's world. ages James president" Lord of the The in academic circles Before Weldon, along with Dean of Rings: Rings, many may quar- accepting questions and com- Book?" rel with the claim that Arts Robert Campbell. Special Greatest Timmons, it is "the greatest ments from the audience, Timmons closed - LOTR Merchandising Dr. Dan who has written several book." Timmons mentioned renowned lit- the lecture the book's guest speaker by highlighting cul- Button

on the works of critic Harold Bloom's dismissal of the Timmons, a medieval scholar papers J.R.R. erary tural impact. "Perhaps only the Bible can

The the work from the of literature. claim such with a special interest in Tolkien, argued greatness Western canon importance," stated Timmons,

Lord of the was also of the author's in To assess the claim Timmons looked the that bookstores Rings, masterpiece at noting now carry a large

invited lecture. to his documen- work's its and the of stock of sci-fi and materials. to give a comparison longevity, depth range fantasy

Dr. Campbell stressed the tary film, The Legacy of The themes encompassed therein. Timmons speculated that the work should

for Laurier to be "in the Lord of the offered that some books sur- relevant to necessity vanguard Rings. Timmons remain socially as it continues

the of in "I don't need vive the embrace of the and accumulate to push production knowledge any great prompting to through academy, generate political activity a interdisciplinary studies." As Medieval talk about The Lord of the Rings," Timmons others through the their general audience's larger following. As the book with the Studies that fits this is a discipline into cate- admitted at the beginning of the lecture, reception. "Tolkien has never been fully largest readership of the twentieth century,

Dr. noted that it "is that there is embraced the be the gory, Campbell really an adding "something unique" by academy," states Timmons' assumption may right on of how all alchemists here about the book and that has example we're at its stature only Timmons, "and yet millions of people read mark. WLU." recently been recognized. Timmons drew and re-read the books. The Lord of the

McNasty's: Now Philthy AND in debt

Waterloo bar registers an

intent to file for bankruptcy

While discussing the matter, Jeffrey Hawkins Mr. Rocca stated "if school is your

the small Despite recent rumors you may on list, it's potatoes com-

have heard hovering around cam- pared to the others; they're a lot

is and and need be first." pus, Philthy McNasty's not bigger to paid

their Mr. Rocca's business has will not be closing doors, at filed an

least according to owner Pat intent to make a proposal for

don't know where If within the Rocca. "I you bankruptcy. 30 days

heard Business es usual business does not with this; as come up a

and doors are that~will off our open." payment plan square

Mr. Rocca commented that his old debts to creditors, such as the

business "could be of Finance who not doing any Department were

refused several better right now... in

fact that location Retail Sale Tax pay- 30 [Waterloo Philthy Ifwithin days ments, the estab- the business does McNasty's] is one of lishment will file for

not come with and our most profitable." up bankruptcy

a to thus Over the past few plan square shut clown.

Mr. off old debts the the loss years, however, However, I take the photo good will Rocca's business has establishment of this local busi- to Philthy's is trying balance its chequebook. More importantly, this woman is getting into her minivan. That's right. shut down. neglected certain ness has apparently

to the not the inclined U of W students the are payments caught more to ears to potential closure of ested in the outcome and hop-

of attention of life. se. There remains Ontario Department Finance, campus per is no motivation for Philthy's. Since the recent closure ing that the bar and grill creditors When about the lines a list of other me to to that establishment of both of for it the among questioned go U W on-campus bars, open business, even

A closure of over other bar club U of W on expecting payment. significant possible Philthy any or near many students are now are as long as the eye can see has forc- there few the sum accumulated, McNasty's were Laurier forced to drink off in lump very campus." campus Monday nights.

to declare their intent students who knew com- will remain ing Philthy's anything Accompanying Tony's nearby locations such as Philthy's. For now Philthy's for about it. Classical make a ments were two of Both Alex and Paulina stated for business so as they to proposal bankrupt- Second-year University open long student "the" list the list of creditors is Archaeology Tony Waterloo students who, like that do not out to back their cy. Among many they go that often, devise a plan pay

Wilfrid Laurier Ho no knowl- Laurier had the 30 our very own reported previous students, no prior perhaps once a term "but it is nice of creditors within day the Student Publications of potential closure. of the clo- to to department, edge knowledge potential go a place like 'Nasty's' since alluded time period. However

are the or one of the who "Realistically closing sure. business student all of our bars were closed to "every- just many open- Third-year on us." according Mr. Rocca from Mr. of Nasty's does not real affect Alex Lee and as awaiting payment ing iy third-year biology Additionally now that they are thing is just fine; business student me. see as Paulina Rozanski were all of the inter- usual." Rocca. I Philthy McNasty's aware news, they are News 3 Wednesda^_MarchJ£2oo3^

Laurier pimps self Bomb threat sent to

WLUSU a hoax

(continued from Cover) paranoid but it should be brought avoid. Prior to the March 17

to said threat there little our attention," fourth-year was very com-

Greg Fukner, a second-year History student Craig Enns. munication around the university.

described the Michelle fourth- of this History student, Vatcher, a On February 13 year a

lack of action "irre- had threat received that did university's as year Anthropology student, was not

sponsible" and said his "sense of amount to anything. security has diminished tenfold." The information surrounding

Despite Strickland's mantra, the February 13 incident was not

is "Communication the "Communication not message spread as widely by university

it's received," is not and criticism sent; message many message prompted some it's students feel the university should sent; message from those in the Laurier commu- received." have done more to alert the stu- nity. Bruce Wolff, the Laurier Staff Matt Benassi dents. Strickland counters that the Association President felt that the

The Science Building was a haven of activity at this past week's Open House. university chose to not email the -Michael Strickland, staff should be kept informed on

student because felt of Affairs issues. sus was that of enthusiasm and body they too Head Public these types of C.A. Fraser King excitement. Vast waves of tours few students check their accounts According to Strickland the

poured through the corridor on a regularly. last threat before 2003 occurred

To full of what the basis the Other students were shocked in 1997. Last the Peters get a sense regular throughout clay. year,

House The Hall remained to hear the news that the universi- mixed because full dis- shut down because Laurier March Open is, one Dining a feelings Building was

of business. received the threat but closure "could lead but of that must immerse oneself into the day scene Some prospec- ty were to panic" a mysterious package

less decisive whether "if it real then lunch. fully, to succumb to the excite- tive students raised familiar com- on they they were sure was turned out to be someone's

that the too would have wanted to know."It I would want to know." incidents of bomb threats, ment, and be swept away. How plaints prices were In

student and that the cafeteria and the times and stated "most times it does the prospective view high design concerns me way Anxiety panic are exactly Rosehart that,

first arrival? are now. We don't need to be what the wishes to notices." WLU upon was poor. university happens, nobody

the The information booth in the As usual, Laurier campus

pulled off another successful Science Building was particularly

March taxed. Conversations Open House on Friday sprung up

March 14. between students and since 1926 professors, Cord News: Blowing stuff up Interested students could start their parents at the different faculty

their immersion at the High School booths. Women's Studies Co-coor- Liaison office. Throughout the day dinator Dr. Eleanor Ty thought

office devoid of life Laurier have the was nearly Day may provided Want to be The T it students "too much of IMDIkII WHIIIECC and was suggested that a party atmosphere," Cord's News MAliwli HIAIINEOo head and that the to a more lively place. "parents may get

the it idea." her Editor? if! I Upon entering Library wrong Despite misgiv- , became clear that the only people ing,. Dr. Ty also said that "this day interested in books were Laurier gives students a good chance to Check out \3§lpften's Hi-litesi $20.00 students about their else going daily see what the university has to

few interested knows about histo- routines. A high offer; everyone "iTmtSr | Chunk $6.00/piece school students had wandered into and but like fi(|l,, ] ry business, courses Monday and Thursday only with Chant & Graham the library yet the monotony of women's studies benefit greatly." (opposite students'union) of books The loudest It's more fan than rows upon rows was not spot on campus 885-1552 as of draw the live- the surround- stuff large a as more was ironically area blowing up! ly and noisy places. The activity ing the quiet residences. As the

mecca of Laurier Day was the epicentre of Laurier Day, students

Dozens of enthused the Concourse. touring area heard a barrage of

conversations were taking place music and cheers coming from muffled the well offers for there, only by high- every direction, as as

spirited voices of Laurier everything from food to tours to I*l Ambassadors the fun times if chose 'residence | highlighting they

sites and of The live spectacles WLU. x' to in next year. Scotty

Concourse was flourishing with Bowman, floor don of

activity as student organizations Euler/Leupold, commented that

such as ERT and Foot Patrol "this much busier than last were year is I

out in full with several and -there is force, along year, definitely more other clubs. campus enthusiasm from the Laurier stu- I The Room Torque a dents." provided | mixture of excitement and sedate- A similar reaction was given by

as numerous Laurier tourists first student Dan ness, year kinesiology

and their families were familiariz- Nelson who felt that "everyone

themselves with the Concourse be excited this ing seems to more year,

Cafe, tour were remember groups forming, I everything being more and semi-oblivious students con- relaxed when I was looking at

tinued to study. Laurier last year." Overall, the free

Several clubs cotton and campus attempt- candy eager prospec-

ed to attention and students generate pub- tive made Laurier Day a

in the Hall of Fame. Of the licity propaganda success, just as it was clubs the present general consen- planned as.

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Bag O' Crime War Teach-ins

in the PERSON 0005 HRS rooms Science Building. MISSING Campbell, but he noted that MEDICAL ASSIST 1254 HRS SAT MAR 1 5/03 Bryn Boyce "every day of the week the classes deal TUE MAR 11/03 FALSE FIRE ALARM 1139 HRS

drums drone on with world events." for Residence staff that a The war every An ambulance was called a THU MAR 13/03 reported Dean of returned home Eastern, 7pm Central) Business and student who fainted in the Peters Person(s) unknown caused a fire resident had not evening (Bpm all have Economics Dr. Scott Carson alarm the Aird and eyes (and crosshairs) affirms Building. He was checked by in Building by as expected. Investigation middle-eastern theatre. that when it short revealed that the student had fallen on the comes to a teaching paramedics and did not require activating a pull station. A Wilfrid he estab- But back on the moratorium, "hasn't it time later the station was been at a local licensed quiet given transport to hospital. pull any He lishment earlier the Laurier University students thought." points to the again activated. There was no in evening. campus later have been actions and Senate to authorize such MEDICAL ASSIST 1515 HRS sign of smoke or fire. She was located a short time preparing University

moratoriums to commence once moratoriums but does not believe TUE MAR 11/03 at Grand River Hospital after loose the of that the would FRI taken there ambulance Bush lets dogs war. university likely A student was transported to hos- MISCHIEF 0248 HRS MAR being by pass level of intoxication. A moratorium that has resolution it. pital by ambulance after becom- 14/03 due to her teaching any requiring circulated the also out that a successfully through Campbell points the ing ill when she donated blood. Person(s) unknown discharged DISTURBANCE 0315 of Social Work discussion would be fire extinguisher into a room CAUSE Faculty collecting entirely becom- and and 1958 window the MAR 15/03 is now that the FALSE FIRE ALARM HRS through an open on HRS SAT 100-plus signatures optional voluntary

not Senate would be able to send TUE MAR 11/03 ground floor of Waterloo College Officers responded to a report of ing an interesting, although only

of for other fac- out a communication that Person(s) unknown caused a fire Hall. several males at the rear widely known, option general

ulties. to the issue. alarm in the Aird Building by Willison Hall who appeared to brought light that the HRS FRI MAR be to On The moratorium, initially begun Ives explained moratori- activating a pull station. No sign MISCHIEF 0225 getting ready fight.

arrival no one was there. student and um was getting off the of smoke or fire was found. 14/03 by graduate just ground

unknown off the Coordinator of Laurier4Peace several weeks but "then Person(s) tore Crime Of I'ke Week ago

door closer from Naomi calls for a ses- Laurier4Peace decided to focus on THEFT UNDER $5000 MAR automatic a Ives, two-day

and lectures that the it hasn't been door on the second floor of the MISCHIEF 0050 HRS SUN sion of teach-ins Senate so 06/03 - MAR 07/03 petition,

relate to issues A staff member reported the theft the Nichols Ctre. MAR 16/03 solely surrounding actively promoted recently."

of the war The of this Laurier4Peace "will be camera from her Person(s) unknown broke one in Iraq. calling of a digital purpose lot A short initiative is to of for teachers and students to walk office. BREAK & ENTER THU MAR the gate arms at 20. promote awareness

FRI later another these issues and foster out and teach- 13/03 - MAR 14/03 time gate arm was global strong join marches, rallies,

broken. discussion the ins and refuse to do business MEDICAL ASSIST 2035 HRS Person(s) unknown broke into an across disciplines. just as

fifth floor of the Chair of the Political Science the outbreak of war. WED MAR 1 2/03 office on the usual," upon

Alvin Woods and ASSAULT 0305 HRS SUN Dr. David a student has An ambulance was called for a Building stole department Docherty, Already peace rally

number of desk and MAR who has not official mora- been scheduled to take in the student who fainted in the Aird a camera. A 16/03 seen any place

the breaks out. medical condi- cabinet drawers were Turret staff member torium claims his view Quad day the war Building due to a filing A reported yet, "general

student threw a bottle to that universities are students feel that tion. She was taken to hospital. accessed as well. Regional that a glass is suggest Many resolution Police Forensic Identification in his direction in the Nichols places for dialogue," and that these given the latest senate

dusted after the have effect. Laurier an anti-war cam- MISCHIEF WED MAR 12/03 - Unit attended and for Ctre stairway two dialogues can a positive declaring should examined marks words. The matter is "I think that the attitude the university in THU MAR 13/03 prints and pry exchanged general pus, engage

liberal is allow active discussion of these Person(s) unknown discharged a on the door. still under investigation. in a university to stu- more

these issues. fire extinguisher in two lecture dents and faculty to reflect on

issues," said Dean of Arts Dr. Robert

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That's a for launch The Cord Weekly go

The tie that binds since 1926 Colin Duffett

order to continue its work the nauts in the future. We can't the A Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publication on save International This dead the that still Third Floor, Fred Nichols Campus Centre Space Station. time ones, only ones are will be three alive. have make that the 75 University Avenue West, NASA not waiting years to We to sure back think that this orbit and the Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3C5 go into space. I is a cosmonauts in spacemen

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www.wlusp.com and Earth. The shuttle space on Unfortunately, a space program is a very e-mail: [email protected] of is endeavor. It complete guarantee safety not an important plays a huge part Sports Editor in the construction of the International option in this line of work. Being an "I heard he was cock-of-the-walk at with inherent risks and which is Fashion 'n Motion." astronaut comes Space Station, currently occu-

- Steffie Sereda, in reference to Regan Watts is three will be The Space Shuttle Columbia was dangers, one of which death; these pied by men. Although it

time live with the fact that left the Russians these launched for the first on April 12, astronauts they up to to get men

ever shuttle be hurt or killed in the back to earth in the near future, the USA Editorial Board 1981 as part of the first may seriously

It flown John line of However the and NASA will be called to take launch by NASA. was by duty. tragic upon

and Robert Columbia have it in further missions Editor-in-Chief Christine Cherry W. Young Capt. L, Crippen. explosion may been, part including putting

in Assignment Editor Caitlin Howlett The successful mission lasted two days should not come as a complete surprise the station back into orbit the not too

and those involved and distant future. The Production Manager Wilbur McLean with all objectives being completed to with NASA space- space station repre- related there and News Editors Steffie Sereda virtually no problems occurring. events; after all, is always sents a huge economic political

It Bryn Boyce It wasn't until January 28, 1986 that that possibility. commitment. does not seem likely

the first "disaster" occurred mandate to be back that ofthe nations involved will Opinion Editor Vacant ever during By setting a in any pull

shuttle the this fall of the endeavour because of this International Editor Brandon Currie mission STS-51-L, killing space come NASA is trying to out

members aboard faith into its have unfortunate incident. What's Entertainment Editor Melissa Allen seven crew including inject program. They important

Sports Editors Gimpy #7 teacher Sharon Christa McAuliffe. The already begun their investigation into is that we continue on doing what we

Shuttle the and to avoid simi- do. We can't our lives Gimpy # 2 Space Challenger exploded 73 explosion ways a normally change incident. Business Editor Jennifer Wilder seconds after launch. NASA launched lar catastrophe from happening. Just because of one unfortunate

into the which because bad The shuttle has to continue, Features Editor Jeff Latosik an investigation matterat something happened program all time into of the doesn't should if it fails to do so then the effort of Student Life Editor Jennifer Asselin a probe the viability mean we stop going to mis- Shuttle conducted. Hell, I've been in two auto acci- those who took in Arts Editor Siobhan Bhagwat Space program was space. part every space

three the dents but that doesn't mean I should sion to date will be all for Nearly years later, Space naught. After Picard scuttled Shuttle Discovery blasted off resuming stop driving. all, Captain but he Staff this should be looked at a few in his C ord the shuttle program. Instead, as quite Enterprises day,

this is relevant NASA should on and so should NASA. It's The reason why now a learning experience. kept going do. Classified Coordinator Kristin Howard is because NASA has announced plans look at the explosion, determine the the right thing to

The Ho Train Carly Beath to the shuttle NASA and then fix them. continue program. problems By learning The opinions expressed in this editorialare those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Swierczynska All Aboard! to launch the Shuttle from these mistakes, NASA will Natalia Space WLU. hopes hope- The Cord Staff, the editorial board, WLUSP or Atlantis orbit the fall the lives of Paul Jarrett Carol Rich into by season in fully save many more astro-

Rebecca Toombs Chugga Chugga! Copy Editors Debra Siemens LETTERS Amanda Elliott Sarah Friesen

Amy Rogers Dianne Tennen

letter the tocol for debates when barred father, broth- Tara Koshowski Kim Brown An open to 'in-camera' meet- we are My mother, and several other Photo Manager Mattßenassi Wilfrid Laurier University ings and where I could verify from attending information er mem-

'in- What at bers of extended Circulation and File Manager Wayne Money Alumni Association that this meeting was sessions? transpired my family

camera.' None of the March WLUAA are Laurier I Advertising Manager Angela Foster my ques- 12,2003 graduates. grad-

is indicative of a lot uated from WLU in 2001 Ad Production Manager Elisabeth Oliviera When I found out that tions were answered clearly. meeting

Ad Production Assistants dis- As I walked from the of the Laurier. with a combined honours Nicole Wilker WLUAA was having a out problems at

The of in Communication Mikel Sala KamAthwal cussion on tuition deregula- boardroom, the WLUAA amount secrecy degree made and lack of Studies and Political Juliah Thrift tion at their March 12, 2003 board was entering. I a transparency

if Last was the meeting, I thought it was fan- comment about the meeting makes me question any- Science. year I Editor of the Week President of tastic that WLUAA was 'closed' to alumni. one knows what's Vice University by default...Bryn Boyce gath- being really this Most of the members of the I would Affairs for WLUSU. The ris- ering information on going on. appreciate

looked Like it if this could be cost of tuition is an Contributors sensitive topic by receiving a board puzzled. issue ing presentation from Dean they didn't know the meet- addressed promptly and extremely important issue C A. Fraser King, Jeffrey Hawkins, Jessica McLaughlin, Maiy I know how difficult Hermsen, Dan Sennet, Brendan Fox, Shruti Lai, Brad Skelton, Carson. ing was 'closed' or why it thoroughly. Limiting partici- since James Hrivnak, Andy Owens, Shawn Parker, Bernard Dawson, students I arrived early at the was 'closed' in the first place. pation is unethical, undemo- are finding it to pay Derek Iwanuk, Chris Cachia, Katie West, Marrel Jno Baptiste, school. I asked the staff I have reviewed the cratic, and rude. I appreciate to go to I'm appalled and - thank for conversations over meeting. Jessie Becky you insightful of students SMB and in mad to 3- member at the door where Alumni Affairs website since that there must have been the number impenetrable cnasm 8-2, props VVCS i by Arden & East, Chris for the dr< >p-in, V-dubs @ the Turret, friend is kind of that who have work the meeting was being held. the meeting. There no some 'mix-up,' to multiple who is sick, Bob Seger's "Night Moves" which nearly led tothe have had while classes to He told me it was in the mention of WLUAA meet- 'not death Cream people might jobs taking most embarrassing ever, Cadbuiy Egg McFiurries, and/or afford the of a uni- McDonald's for stcx:king aforementioned product, Email alumni boardroom. I went ings being closed to alumni all the information,' privilege

breakups, the Axis of Laughter, Fugees, Sonic Fuckin' Death the alumni boardroom the didn't alumni education. It is diffi- into or public. WLUAA by- you just want versity Monkey, choir boys, «x:k-of-the-walk, )-Ass for off dropping for students excel and asked laws make no mention of 'in- to be at the Which cult to in Nicole the a gentleman meeting. my form, tor much-appreciated ride home, ice

the where camera' sessions or 'closed one is it? 'In-camera' or their studies when have cream, and backseat driving: no thanks to Rush and their mus- already in room I they tard 161 spraying ways; but thanks tothe old and the new 161, held work to should sit. He told me I meetings.' This meeting was 'closed' meetings are to to long hours, go "No when sister Def saying way" your wants to borrow your could beside him if liked. advertised alumni. all the do write sit I to To ensure secrecy. Why class, assignments, LepparcJ record, the puppets that never came in, the juice mon- midterms and ster for scaring them oft, ERT for the bandaid, Neil and Bob, I accepted his offer and sat close a meeting at the meet- secrets? I contacted a Laurier exams. Jack Nicholson if he the best director award for accepts down. I began reading a text ing is un-Golden Hawk and business student alumni after Students do this by depriving Polanski, the coin, Marghrita, the circus for blowing into the for school while I waited. unethical. told to leave the meet- themselves of nutri- Detective of being sleep, Concourse, Jon Kimble you son a bitch, the into in Several and the told that 'closed' tional and the woman getting her tninivan the Philthy's picture, and pages passed WLUAA Meeting Dates: ing. He me meals, simple remember: It: takes guts to say "Jesus."' Goodnight. in with same gentleman who so November 20, 2002 or 'in-camera' meetings pleasures (visits grand- forward this kindly offered the seat beside January 22, 2003 his educated opinion allow ma).Please mes-

himself told 2003 to ALL alumni directors. 7he Cord is the official student ol WilfridLaurier Itis minutes earlier March 12, to out Weekly newspaper Unh/ersity. an editori- opportunities figure sage

ally independentnewspaperpublished by Wilfrid Laurier UniversityStudentPublications, Waterloo, is me I would have to leave. May 14, 2003 how to spin issues. Whether Their contact information a corporation without share capital. the The was 2003 this is the t don't not available on WLUAA meeting not open to September 10, or not case,

All to the editormust be submitted with tetters signedand the author's name, studentidentifi- the alumni. like and I website. I look forward to public or http://www.wlu.ca/alumniZw know. But I'd to cation number, and number. must be received via telephone Letters by noon Tuesday ondisk, or e- the bottom of this. mailat must and intend I would to [email protected]. Letters be typed or easily legible and may not exceed 350 words. Shocked, stunned, luaa/association/gover- to. appreci- getting

The Cord the toedit letter reserves right any lor and The Cord reservestheright to resolved brevity clarity. reject appalled. That is how I felt nance.shtml#meetings ate the following questions Until this matter is I, any letter, in whole or inpari. with other and continue to feel. I told As an alumni I am con- answered: along numerous

The Cord reserves the right not topublish material that is deemedto belibelous in or contra- the that had cerned the lack of What hide? members of the Laurier com- gentleman I at trans- are you trying to vention with the Cord's Code ofEthics or journalisticstandards. heard the What on? shall remain out- meeting was open parency. How are proud is going munity,

Opinions expressed are those of the author and donot necessarily retted those ol the Editorial to the public. He told me I Golden Hawks like myself Why was the meeting adver- raged. WLU Hamilton Web Board, WLUSP, or Printing. was mistaken. asked informed tised the alumni and the David Wellhauser, I sever- supposed to stay to

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Trench Bench I'm Gonna Cry

MSN makes me wet All that we do

Drouin Chris Clemens Jacky still take lines of "Goodbye Alyn McCauley, Hello plish anything/yet want to actively

a stance against the war. a Owen Nolan" or "Owan Nolan is my new Signing petition

might have been the out for pimp daddy esquire." easy way many the but obviously action was not Sure, these news references are typical- ignored by the Senate. The petition stated the follow- ly limited to events or issues which apply but directly to us as university students, ing: WHEREAS diplomatic, non-invasive, maybe looking closely at MSN handles is a non-violent solutions have been good doorway to understanding the inter- not

of demo- exhausted and the international ests and attitudes our particular community

has not lent its for war graphic. I was particularly amused to wake support against Iraq; that the students this and find list BE IT RESOLVED we, of up morning my peppered do of references The issue of the Cord was over- WLU, not war on with to green beer, leprechauns past approve any Iraq.

St. whelmed with comments the Students were to read the - encouraged I have to admit that I have a fascination with and Patrick's Day once more reassur- regarding

make Laurier Anti-War before but unfortu- the Internet, although it's nothing like the ing me that having an excuse to get decision to an cam- petition they signed,

smashed with the Watts not all students were contacted. For stories hear of men is a Laurier Regan phenome- nately scary you middle-aged high priority amongst pus, along

think that the record those students who were not contacted who dedicate fourteen hours of each day to students. na. I it's time to set on

limited March and who feel as this deci- awkwardly attempting to 'pick up' wood- However, the subject is far from straight. 5, though of sion does online to trends and common In the month not properly nymphs in some game, never com- simply identifying of interest within subsection of November, the reflect the beliefs and inter- prehending that they are most likely typing subjects a duplicate of of the of the Icelandic There's a lot of at work ests love sonnets to 300 pound society. psychology reprinting my opinion majority Signing a petition article work in students at with overbites. interests centre here as well. appeared to Laurier, I might women My might have oeen the of favour. After be inclined to with little less on the deification of the broad- A little while an acquaintance approach- agree a ago, my out for easy way the to kill herself two Dave Field, of We are entitled to our band network cable and a little more on mine attempted by taking ing president but you. many, obviously and them Student with own and I'd like in which the Web the life of bottles of pills washing Publications, opinions, way changes sleeping the action was not

with 40 of she accusations that the to extend an to the North American down a oz Apparently apology any average university rye. my ignored by the student who that had talked of her friends or Cord was once 'con- was not slacker. To be honest, I'm surprised never to any again Senate. future who felt that aren't to ask the rela- members about the in her approached or more people stopping family problems spiring' against my her suicide and Field tively simple question, "Hey Mr. Internet, life, but in the six months before integrity, calmly they were greeted curtly by he would member of what's with with the her state of assured me that you fucking way our attempt depression spiralled any

look the Field later Laurier4Peace on March 5. society works?" downwards, her MSN handles consisted of personally into matter.

social Nine Inch offered to have article on But for a reason. Laurier If I were a or communications increasingly morose, Nails-esque my published things happen

Anti-War and whether would all her suicide failed Laurier's online became an researcher-type person, I jump quotes. Although attempt campus journal, campus, this taken other faster than that if close to her ClubLaurier.ca. or not want over this issue a grasshopper it seems to me someone gets seriously, I the read more into her unconven- A in the to students to know how it is to fight jumping onto another grasshopper of the had deeply blessing disguise, opportunity easy and about tional indications of interven- have online was good fight, to bring change at opposite sex (or the same sex I suppose; unhappiness, something published

tailor this tion would have been the incentive needed to curve Laurier. custom analogy to your liking). possible. exactly I

and Of all and reduce bloodshed. The And here's an fact for There's so much to explore analyse course not expression through anger potential interesting many the students who believe that of MSN is this extreme. use their online still a in within the phenomenon instant messag- Many people journal, although 'baby' psychology accessible wider audience At the alone that blows mind into lit- handles to talk about how or stressed works, is to a nothing. ing it my tiny busy protesting accomplishes

of a con- them in com- out reference to new life and has more room for interaction and University Sussex, recent study tle pieces and reassembles they are, important indicate their the students. So ducted Dr. John concluded that pletely random order. developments, or even plans comments by maybe things by Drury, for and "collective action" is actual- Take MSN, for example. Although this for the night. Right now I know that certain happen a reason. protesting The decision make Laurier Anti- for serves friends of mine are at to an ly good you. instant messaging program generally ashamedly drinking factors Wilf's at because their MSN War a motion that was at "The main contributing to a the same communications purposes as ICQ 11am, simply campus, passed

friend the March done of were the realization the to one's names so. I know that another Senate on 6, was sense empowerment or AIM, ability change say meeting of and lends has broken with her for various the of the collective the sense move- Messenger handle quickly easily up boyfriend again reasons, including argument identity, talked her that the and ment and mutual itself whole of obser- even I haven't to war is amoral, a potential, support to a range interesting though actually illegal, unjust, unity

waste of and lives. On within a crowd," commented Drury in a vations. in two days. I know that people are looking resources, capital,

sublet know who listens what the International of Student Protest recent article, that individuals who This sound ridiculous, but it's sur- to rooms. I to stating may Day in "a how much find out about kind of the use to the War, a was participate protests experience deep prising you can music, just by lyrics they Against petition passed students like of in world themselves from time to time. around that Laurier to sense happiness." what's going on the just by taking express knowing takes this seri- work 'within the So not the world, but I'm MSN list once in a I might change a glance at your every Nobody phenomenon system.' about active role Nolan least of all the researchers We are all individuals, feeling happy playing an while. When big name Owen was ously enough, rationally-bound And that's what could learn so who take into consideration effort, in community. really recently traded to the Leafs recently, it and psychologists who time, my when counts. would have been fairly impossible to be much about an elusive generation simply and for some, image, organizing our

view marches as of the if themselves in a events. Some unaware development you were by immersing technology daily might function time and don't connected to Messenger for even a few that has slowly become an integral consuming 'they accom-

and adult minutes - I counted at least ten 'MSN of youth young communications.

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LETTERS

8U432: tion if it fit with not to This NCAA off when came to the booth to just pre-registered in your views, season got to an you because Wilder's friend Consumer Behaviour. it! tell me entire of start with a freshman correct us. I am Jennifer Drop your system polit- amazing I apologize

and recall the ical beliefs. that North Carolina is Think back I appreciated squad upsetting a you are right, it dangerous to such to the letters submit- Creative Introduction were and I did not veteran Kansas team that boasts make as: In response we were people busy generalizations

do the want to take too much of their two certain to be NBA first do women to the bath- ted in the March 12 edition of The required to in third-year up players "Why go

that resembled time. I thanked that did round North Carolina fol- room in This is Cord, specifically those that slan- marketing course everyone picks. groups?" question

less the did the I lowed that fact and der Jennifer Wilder and her piece a tenth grade project or not sign petition as up win by again upset- in a generalization,

"Blank Well the same fluff views. Did Stanford to stun bas- claim that we treat- on Canada's identity, scrapbook. respect everyone's you ting College although you with would like is of the curricu- ever to think that I turned ketball the ed concern Slate," I just to express assignment part stop by winning preseason your sarcasm,

bewilderment and to lum of this business because did not want to NIT we did on the air, my disgust fourth-year away I immediately go homework fur- The and ourselves. those people and the Cord staff. course. I dropped the course in interrupt your any perennially strong ACC apologize, correct

the but Or did want to resembled bar this We corrected then First of all, I thought the article rejection to assignment, it ther? you me spark a fight year our question, do with bias best for to avoid it all a 20-30 minute discussion with with Duke, and Wake some women was tastefully written no is you just Maryland asking "Why go

I from the Forest all their best shot at to the bathroom in This to a particular race, religion or together. assume way you? taking groups?" that the for the selfishness and the The ACC micro- creed, but merely her expression SBE is managed course As top. was a question was not a generaliza-

next If attitudes of the cosm of division no as some women in fact do of how she is excluded as a part of will not improve for year. naive organizers, I one, single tion,

ask need to for team dominated for extended to the bathroom in I it because it isn't politically cor- you SBE, they say they can only speak myself. Yes, any go groups.

to Christmas'! to fix these issues... one of motives was to feel like stretch. It seemed like week don't feel we were out of line in rect say 'Merry deregulate my every

but don't think is the I did about there number such a It How are her beliefs and upbring- I funding pri- something voicing my was a new one posing silly question. have less then here. How is be reminds me of I ing any important some- mary problem opinion. wanting to team. questions

else's? The Ben Durrer heard selfish? I was also Aside from confer- received from women such as: one answer is they passing exciting like After aren't, they are just as important around the petition for others. ence play and outstanding team "Why do men hockey?"

and she should be free International Women's Week students at Laurier feel that there were several the to express Many performances correcting inquisitive person,

there should not be individual and them that all them. Secondly, it was an opinion Neglects Issue a war in Iraq. outstanding perform- reminding "not

her wanted those to The of men like I on out- piece, referring to current I people gain ances. emergence hockey," go to the of the March confidence from this Carmello line the of the view of our lack of identity, since On subject 5 petition. By Anthony at Syracuse, great qualities

do have of the while it did that has direct Marcus Hatten St. to I do however, 'foul' when personal opinions issue Cord, con- signing something willing Johns game. not, cry and Rashad has been to be backed by historical evi- tain some important and relevant results, those people could feel a win over Duke, after a generalization UNC corrected. dence? Also, nowhere in her information about feminism, like they made a small difference. McCants giving hope to the

faithful with In to facts about piece did she make a negative there was an extremely important Which will probably ignite them an insane perform- regards your

I was in that could take further This small ance this weekend. "REAL womyn's issues," racial or religious comment; she current event issue to actions. past

mentioned. not be much but basketball doesn't fact aware of all ofthese was simply stating how she felt have been step might it is College problems force of the need do not exact and outsiders perceived Canada and While the main better than doing nothing. I am to anything to improve (although figures), I

how she feels she cannot world's attention is down within realistic itself in the of the fans. The can assure I am con- express bearing working my eyes you very cerned about the and her because the Middle East for the duel in boundaries. I cannot and fans who think are the views they aren't on just up only that, disparity

face. am considered 'correct' or the the have to as have fair weather, band that women necessarily desert, Republicans fly Baghdad you sug- ignorant, inequality I debated taken the first wal- those an and have 'diverse' in this country. just step to rolling gested. Although noble, my wagon jumpers, particularly egalitarian, the landmark decision does this of who like columns about times in of total Calling her a racist was com- back court let not permit type to write many support female social Please pletely out of line! Finally, I would that was the 1973 Roe vs. Wade action as I am not a part of the topics they clearly know nothing equality. do criticize for like to case which made it constitution- class or even middle about. however, not me express my disappointment upper upper

for in the class. what Peter Hurtz about "REAL with the Cord staff. They pub- ally legal women US to I am doing 1 can at not talking womyn's

lished have abortions. home. and issues" on air, as the show is only negative responses to I conserve electricity light-

that there there should be hear and to find article, even though Perhaps more water, I boycott certain name I am a guy, me roar hearted, attempts

in SUV humour in life. don't were letters written favour of news related to progressive brands, I will never own an everyday I

"sidekicks" of the criticize for about her opinion. I understand that women's issues in the future. (and neither do Mommy and I'm one of the you not talking

of tend Also, the Cord doesn't have to when restaurants don't in issues faced such as: newspapers any variety to Daddy), DJ question, cordially I apolo- by men,

be biased till the first week of March have take because 40% of all men will show some in one way or another, wait in recycling capabilities 1 gize again. I say again of hair loss the of but this was unfair. If 2004 to and such home to we in fact did in completely report any more develop- my pop cans apologize person degree by age

are to letters ments in Roe Wade them. don't you going print two vs. or any recycle 1 expect

referring to the same issue, at least other relevant news that affects President Bush to take notice of Have a professor? show both sides. women. Laurier's declarations. But all really amazing

Think deserve some Ashley Aucoin Brian D'Souza things start from a little seed. they recognition?

Leanna Zylstra Academic Issues Presents:

(Editor's Note: The letter written At least I'm doing something Rebecca Turvill last week by was Good season for NCAA ball WLUSU Professor of the Year Award not because of This letter printed space con- is in regards to Greg

straints. Her letter selected Rousell's the col- was to letter, "1 am not Pro-War, This letter is in regards to

be removed because it writ- I'm that entitled What's in the cards was anti-stupid," appeared in umn Applications available at the Students' Union ten by a floormate of author, the March 12 edition of the Cord. for NCAA madness," by Bernard and online @ wwwwlusu.com Jennifer Wilder; and thus deemed I the for Dawson in the March 12 Cord. was person asking signa-

The Cord staff to be less the column in by rep- tures in Torque Room on It's good to see a sports

utable than the March and the cord that two responses Wednesday 5 isn't a regurgitation

received Laurier students who March confused of other column by Thursday 6.1 am every sports out

are not affilliated with made in there for personally by some statements you a change. Unfortunately

Wilder. if there letter. claim that this column isn't Just so you know, your First, you I unique sports

were constraints this was ask- in a It's space week; harassing you by merely unique good way. unique

we would have letter. in "head buried in the sand" pulled your ing you a question. Then, you a

Hi' for that did and who Say to Jen us. C.C.) complain I not stay way. A person is disappoint-

talk to while were ed with this NCAA basketball you you so sea-

Consumer Behaviour homework. Would is who's Boycott busy doing son a person knowledge ACADEMIC ISSUES COMMITTEE that have been harassment? of basketball not I college goes no

This letter is to those of who asked you simply you to sign a peti- where beyond TSN highlights. Questions? Contact [email protected]

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A reaction from Watts LETTERS

Anti-plagiarism attempts won't "stop students from copying the 35; At its current pace, testicular incidence of cancer and former Editor about Opinion is doubling every one assignments papers," says half and a generations (39 effec- it Attitude is that is a member of Senate. Thus, Therefore, shouldn't years); one out of six people something surprise

Watts when tive March I course instructors and with disordered eating is Regan often overlooked tough situ- Thursday, 20, 2003, faculty deans that students the ations are to us. It is am as an are not inter- male. However, many of presented tendering my resignation

for all made choices what has Student Senator. ested in their education screening instruments used We've poor in impossible to change Undergraduate any more

the of aca- than their academic role based on life. Sometimes these choices have or how are Furthermore, issue models diagnosis are ques- happened people

females than demic at Laurier is some- (read: on a tions that come from repercussions greater we going to react to something you integrity professors) present reg-

of have said done. The that must also be addressed. ular basis. with eating disorders, making expect at the time decision, or only thing thing Websites and other when in of is the attitude I There is a culture at this school such as Turnitin.com detection more difficult, while there are times I am charge

have towards the that is tolerant of and other methods actual numbers are likely our erroneous judgment brings cir- pla- anti-plagiarism

Canadian results that would not wish before While will Laurier are not higher; women are we on cumstances giarism. I employed by going

live the Amidst the criti- not so far as to to students from expected to 5.6 years our worst enemy. Clearly, poor me. go stop copying have made have have that it is and it longer than males. decisions I cism I faced in I am not in a posi- say con- assignments papers; merely

that could recent there act doned (because it students to more cre- In short, I do no{ appreci- brought consequences I weeks, tion to in the inspires get

have wished few issues that I isn't) there are how- ative with the ate being labeled as a not imagined or are a best interests of process. Meaningful

For what has would like to the clear instances must come from those mysoginist, or as someone upon anyone. undergraduate ever, change where students do address. who in to - who is not concerned about occurred, I am deeply regretful student body as a are are a position so and remorseful for what The first is of Senate. members of the equality of women. Since sincerely my member copying assignments Senate, professors, and deans and don't know and don't has occurred. To the as an other course academic students are you me, position This is those who differ- know to Laurier am work. can make that my beliefs, paint me community, I very Undergraduate hap- for this GENER- Student a ence. as is a disgusting sorry. pening variety

Charles Swindoll the Senate. of lack of attention shown Where I have made clear ALIZATION. once wrote, Representative at WLU reasons; a

"The the real- While mistake and on the I Laurier Cameron Dearlove longer I live, more I my was not com- by professor apathy mistake, encourage to

of attitude life... mitted within the realm of acade- of students are two exam- learn from this and create ize the impact on part just instance

convinced that life I feel that still of of this culture has been a culture where like New referendum question I am is 10 per- mia per se, it is ples why something

created. The that must this would cent what happens to me and 90 enough significance that I must question be doesn't happen again. I

how it." Rather from I asked then is is this hate else Re: "Who made Laurier Anti- percent I react to resign my position. cannot why happen- to see anyone go through

than dwell what has with who is of the what I did these two weeks - War?" by Rory Nisan, Cord on happened disagree anyone ing? past have the that has been We've all had who for the sake of Vol. 42, Issue 26. We a over past while, I want to notion my position professors copying something

address real issue that is because of don't concerned for convenience isn't worth it. I suggestion for the wording of a very severely compromised clearly appear just

At it is suf- students Ben Durrer has found the hard Mr. Nisan's pro-war referen- omnipresent on this campus. recent events. Therefore, while, as out way.

one or another, fice to that am not in a often commented stu- dum question: Should Rory stage plagiarism say I posi- on, many has role all of the best of dents second-rate edu- Nisan be placed in central played a in our lives. tion to act in interests are given a

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Africa on the brink of war?

With the world's they took power. The recent disappearance of media figures

and assassinations of political leaders have focus on will Iraq increased the international community's fearof

the elections closer. Even more clashes as grow

Africa descend into after celebrating its first democratic elections in

1999, Nigeria has been under the constant

possibility of another military take-over, espe- war unnoticed? cially if there is massive civil unrest before an

election in a nation that has anything but a

Ruben Gu-Konu democratic tradition.

In of unfair elections will the case Nigeria,

lead and ethnic clashes With the media microscope placed squarely definitely to political as

in to the death of thou- recent in Africa are seen the past, on Iraq, developments leading sands of and cessation of being largely ignored, although they may sig- people a possible humanitarian disaster. by the once again. nify a possible power army conflict in Another factor in all of this is oil In the last 15 years, every major Nigeria's

alluded The is domi- Africa was preceded by events that to production. Nigerian economy and relies for two-thirds of the outbreak of conflict, but remained far from nated by oil on it its

and earning. A halt in oil produc- public view concern. foreign exchange tremendous in Rwanda and tion due to conflict will have a There were early warnings effect the Burundi in 1993 and 1994 when arbitrary on region as many neighbouring

African countries oil reserves. killings led to the assassination of both nation's rely on Nigeria's War also commodities to rise leaders, starting the most atrocious ethnic con- may cause prices indebted and flict in the old continent. in nations already heavily strug-

In early 1991 and 1992 police repression gling economically. ContributedPhoto would have far- of from the Another war in and illicit purchases weapons Nigeria Coast Laurent arrives for talks A French soldier stands guard as Ivory President Gbagbo peace that could United the Liberian repercussions States by government pre- reaching negative with rebel leaders in the political capital of Yamoussoukro, March 11, 2003. the ceded civil that killed affect all of West Africa. As Nigeria is most a seven-year war over could coast where rehabilita- of the Coast and Liberia and nation in Africa, conflict mean 500,000 people and forced more than 1.5 mil- the Ivory and Ghana neighbours Ivory populous of millions of the awaited them. have felt the of thousands of an exodus lion Liberians out of their homes. tion programs weight refugees Nigerians fleeing

built hostilities. Benin and Cameroon for In 1994 and 1996, Amnesty International Prior to the current conflict, the Ivory Coast entering their borders. Ghana has already example

discrimination in the known for its and and several thou- will be able to accommodate the thou- reported on Ivorian gov- was prosperous economy refugee camps accepted barely

1991. An sands of let alone the mil- ernment that eliminated potential presidential quiet political climate. However, in December sands of Liberian refugees since fleeing Nigerians, lions that would seek candidates based their and ethnic led General Robert increase in the number of will have a on religious 1999, a military coup by refugees asylum. effect the Ghanaian With the United States and United background. Not surprisingly, this nation has Guei raised political tensions considerably. serious on economy.

in about a war and also descended into chaos in recent months. Political figures were arrested as Tempers are also flaring Kingdom to wage against Iraq with hike of oil the Once known the and and as Marshall, a a prices on global as most prosperous police military repression Nigeria Harry possible conflicts in Major member of the All conflict in Africa is to receive politically stable nation in West Africa, the took the public scene. But things leading market, unlikely Africa are as well as little attention in the media. Moreover, the Ivory Coast has undergone several political got worse on September 26 of Nigeria Peoples Party,

preceded by humanitarian crisis that would ensue in recent and fell into dev- when a candidate, was coups years finally a 2002, an attempted coup presidential potential events that killed in the could affect the other countries astating civil war that has been in effect since to take out the current elected recently Nigerian neighbouring allude to the September 2002. President failed. General Robert capital Abuja. in the region. outbreak ofwar It is therefore that the United Nations Recent developments between the Ivory Guei, chief of the movement, This latest assassination key but are often adds to the list of dis- with the Union, the Coast and Liberia also have the earmarks of a was killed along with a couple growing along European primary ignored Liberia conflict. both are of his advisors. and deaths of economic of the Ivory Coast, major Although nations appearances partner

in and address the issues of cease- engaged in civil conflict, cross-border tensions Since then, the country has important political figures Sierra Leone, a

19 elections fire and start humanitarian aid now while the have mounted in recent weeks. On Saturday, been sharply divided into a Nigeria as April are President conflict isolated. March Liberia's Defence Minister Daniel rebel from the northern side ofthe As a result, current remains 5, strong group approaching.

Chea accused has been the of The outcomes of a war in are techni- neighbouring Ivory Coast of country, heavily armed and well trained, fight- Olusegun Obasandjo target Iraq have but for nations in Africa, it sponsoring a cross-border attack against ing against the government forces from the much criticism as his political opponents cally unpredictable, last Liberian French his cam- could the of that might troops. south who are supported by troops. conveniently disappeared throughout beginning suffering of Chea about for re-election. for at least five or six The According to 100 armed men Likewise Sierra Leone, Liberia's closest paign years. skyrocketing

became in oil due to in will hin- sponsored by the Ivorian government occu- neighbour, has been at war for the past 15 When Obasandjo president prices a war Iraq seriously

Liberian and he end of brutal mil- der the of basic like food pied territory. Ivorian Lieutenant- years is in no position to accept refugees. 1999, put an to 15 years production goods

General Yao claims that his There Liberian the rule rocked in nations such as Jules Yao troops are 700,000 refugees in itary by constant political unrest provisions, especially dry

amounted at the border and assailed that will have nowhere if and unfettered His Islam-oriented Mali and were by Ivory Coast to go corruption. Niger, Ethiopia. handful These economies will have a of unidentified Liberians. conflict between the two nations escalates. government has seen more than 10,000 peo- already fragile difficulties such blow the When asked about repercussions stem- Burkina Faso, Guinea and Ghana are also ple die in ethnic and religious gashes since sustaining a to glob- how short the ming from the incident, Chea said that the al economic system no matter

in be. As most of these nation's Ivory Coast believed it to be an "act of war" war Iraq may

oil from the and that anything was possible. economies rely on supplies

in will be If a conflict between the Ivory Coast and Middle East, a war Iraq definitely

Liberia take for these three nations at war was to place, it will be impossible devastating will take time to find a safe haven for refugees fleeing the whose fragile economies a long

ofthe region, as many surrounding nations are to recover.

in oil embroiled in their own conflicts. Combined If there is to be a war Iraq, producing

with the nations such will have be disarray caused by civil wars in both as Nigeria to very the demand of nations, infrastructure for safe transport will be stable to respond to growing

severely limited. their neighbours and other nations in the con-

which be able to receive oil Since early 1991, Liberia has been tinent may not

in civil Middle East plunged a war as former president from the anymore.

Samuel Does overthrown in and a war in the Middle was by current pres- Unrest Nigeria

ident Charles Taylor. Since then, Taylor has East will definitely be the beginning of a possi-

been known for his violent nature and brutal ble oil crisis in Africa, which could easily trans-

the conflict that has lasted food the means during more late into scarcity as means to produce

than decade. and famine a the food will be severed, a may

Even a affect several nations. The num- though weapons embargo was put even peaceful the Liberian on government because of the ber of refugees could increase dramatically,

atrocities both rebels and be by government, but it will likely unnoticed, creating a possi- small still sold weapons were in exchange for ble humanitarian nightmare.

diamonds, as Liberia is one of the world's Contributed Photo

major diamond The Liberian civil producers. Civilian Abidjan army volunteers shout pro government slogans at the start of a security opera-

war has caused millions of refugees to flee into tion. The volunteers will be securing civilian areas in the South to prevent rebel insurgency. • 10 International Opinion Wednesday March 19 2003

From Joe to Moment of truth

With the world teetering on the brink of war, Bush: down step what Rory Nisan predicts may come to pass

international and the result of this President Bush should resign late tensions with the could be terri- the US find it ble. On the other hand community. Now, may the war could Rory Nisan difficult to gather support for whatev- remove dangerous Al Qaeda cells to ovoid war from In er it deems necessary Iraq. the long-

to end the conflict on term, the US could

in the the Korean Peninsula. This is either breed more ter- down manner which Bush a turning Farag Joseph and his cronies have. What is com- However it is point in the rorists or, if they do pletely stunning is how this handful equally likely that world's history; the create democracy

of are those nations who the and in people quite possibly placing legitimacy 01 recovery Iraq, the last nail in the coffin of the great- have opposed the US UN is teetering they might show Political Commentator est institution of collective security, action in Iraq (France, and the worla potential terrorists cooperation and peacebuilding this Germany, Russia and could change their potential to do world has ever known, the United This is the momentof truth. China) will take dramatically good for the Arab of the world. have Nations. The United States will now advantage I yet to

the has demonstrate the world whether hear Arab Admittedly, UN its to opportunity to get any person StaffWriter but the alternative will in this back onside with the that Saddam drawbacks, is a they perform justly war say

Will the self- United The role does need be As I write, Kofi Annan has ordered world dominated by a single hege- with Iraq. US act in its States'foreign policy. Hussein not to

will show the of the United Nations be rein- removed from the evacuation of all UN personnel mon, dispensing global justice at its interest? Or they inter- may power.

whim. I'll take national that forced in the conflict with North This be real from Iraq. Personally, my community they can may a turning point

oil for food chances with the its and this war is real- Korea. in the world's the As I write, Iraq's pro- UN, despite act benevolently history; legitimacy

flaws. for the benefit of the wildcard of of the UN is and the world gram, Iraq's impoverished people's ly humanity? Finally, greatest teetering

has been Bush Saddam Hussein The next few weeks crucial. them all: Osama bin Laden and Al could result only access to aid, sus- gave a are change dramatically as a

the fears of to avoid and the lives The war has the In the short the war of this conflict. pended. As I write, worst way war spare potential to explode Qaeda. term, Middle East-wide conflict. If will deflect and the of a of the for which Bush into a attention Then who knows? many greatest hopes Iraqi people, against Iraq again,

few claims have much Saddam sends missiles over to from the war bin Laden are coming true. to compassion: any away against

If doubted that war with down. Saddam's I am fearful of what Ariel any a step stepping Israel, very

would led Sharon's reaction be. This Iraq was imminent let them put their down avert an American might may

hundreds of thousands of become for the doubts to rest. war, spare pretence occurrence

lives lost of abuses Palestinians Watch carefully folks, what we Iraqi by American not-so- more against

less than and leave oil and Middle East wide conflict are witnessing is no history smart bombs, Iraq's a

the This for American could And if Saddam in making. is no exaggera- reserves open erupt. uses

chemical tion. President Bush exploitation. Sounds or biological weapons

invoked the like US-led coalition I can memo- a great compro- against troops,

of the of mise to whatthe reaction ofthe ry League me. only imagine Saddam Bush be. Nations in one of his wasn't administration might We have a leader speeches, threaten- fairly elected by the On the other hand, the United not elected by the the UN to either majority of his people, Nations has been working hard to ing majority of citizens fall into line with the but neither was Bush. prevent Saddam from having the in control ofa neo- face the Saddam of missiles into US, or same purportedly capability firing Israel, imperialist nation fate which the of and the US will hard to possesses weapons lobby very seeking to wage counter-attack League met in 1946. mass destruction, so prevent any possible an illegal war Sharon. And all of This analogy is more does Bush. Saddam by we are aware has the lives of hun- the that has occurred PET SHOP apt than Bush prob- searching over

realizes. dreds of thousands of the few months find ably past to weapons his and of destruction which has it is widely held that the final innocent civilians on hands, mass

this will Bush. that know what death knell for the League came in following war, so proven one cannot 1935 when Italian dictator Benito In light of these facts I'd like to Saddam's military capability is. BOYS? from The stands little Mussolini invaded Ethiopia out of call on Bush to step down Iraqi army to no

Bush that Saddam's chance the American mili- Italian imperialist ambitions. power. says res- against

ordered the is the to avert machine. the idea of Mussolini clearly illegal ignation only way tary However, BUY, SELL &TRADE the of Bush's is the on the streets of is a invasion to conceal woes Italy war; I say resignation fighting Baghdad

with the mask of do Bush the indeed. the at the time military only way to so. says scary one Hopefully your used CDs & DVDs at The Beat Goes On will victory. Iraqi people have suffered under Republican Guard not use

Sound familiar? that the human shields. the smart Iraq's regime, I say Iraqi peo- Hopefully

have leader have suffered under American missiles will be I Once again we a ple actually smart. am

who elected the Bush he for not on either of these was not by majori- hegemony. says cares optimistic pos- o the sibilities. ty of citizens in control of a neo- the welfare of Iraqi people; I say

Bush for the welfare of his On the other the imperialist nation seeking to wage only cares hand, perhaps

' will have real JBBEp'" TP an illegal war against a defenseless wallet. Iraqis no allegiance to

What's it's So down President Saddam Hussein and will be unwill- ; 111 country. more, being step George V" -

order further if about for him. This will done in to economic W. Bush, you really care ing to fight war

while if show how effective Saddam has interests diverting citizen's averting a war, you really care us

from in about the hundreds of thousands of been in his of attention away corruption use propaganda over

the administration and the econom- lives will in addi- the last your policies take, 20 years.

of the tion the hundreds of What about the world ic woes state. to thousands economy?

Bush is more well- that have been if is that for Perhaps already taken, you My prediction every day

versed in history than I've given him really care about the lessons history the conflict lasts beyond, perhaps has credit for. taught us, or not taught us as the four weeks that the stock market will

is be. down if real- fall. What absolutely astonishing is case may Step you Expect oil prices to soar (I bet

coalition wish of how one individual in a ly care. you you bought one those

handful of the with a economic crazy hybrid cars now). How long i the world will the conflict last? knows. elites can turn upside Nobody

The in However, US is already eco- Be next International Editor! year's nomic trouble. A quick war would

be okay; a long one would be dev- won't break the At least a war probably out at astating. What about the implications for tenure! end of your North Korea? Secretary of State Colin

Powell claims that the United States

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Losing Mogadishu: UN

Intervention in Somali

soldiers were to drop into Somalia whelming show of force. After

so they could capture two top they had brought the nation back Brian D'Souza warlord. lieutenants of a renegade from the brink of 'genocide' they found them- could However, they soon disappear by June 21st, "Bottom line we OWNED the selves in battle with 1992 the date of President a desperate a Somalis just like we will the Iraqis large force of heavily-armed Clinton's inauguration. and other that any piss ant country Somalis, causing a high number When the date for the wants some!!!!!" -SLOWCHOKE of American soldier casualties marines' (18 departure finally came, dead and 73 wounded). they had ended the famine, but "The has point is America a In hindsight, several points had not dealt with the civil full of all they bag ass-whip, anyone have been made as to how this and political turmoil that was has to do is come get some!!!" - tragedy could have been prevent- damaging the country and ham- Bin Saleh ed. Many pointed fingers at the pering relief operations. The Clinton administration for United Task Force (UNITAF), led "USA! USA! USA!" refusing -grego authorize the of the US to use AC-130 by and composed of dif- and tanks. ferent Specter Gunships nationalities, had no choice those "[Brian D'Souza], sorry Some that the Somalis but to But M.F. thought stay put. unfortunately ass got their asses kicked. We had double-crossed those who the UNITAF controlled no more dropped about 1000to 10,000 so were there to provide humanitari- territory than the ground they the count. goes Considering we an relief, and others believed that stood on, as battles had fed those pitcned people they're U.S. in the forces sent on the between the leading Mogadishu ungrateful shsts." -xman had failed learn the ground to clans occurred only a few kilome- doctrine of superior force. There ters from their headquarters. "The sad part is that however who claimed were even people During the Cold War, the once Americans many were killed, it that the tragedy was the end result stable arrangement of having was absolutely for nothing. It did- of US imperialist clans share and check each n't (and anyone ambitions in other's across the with brain power country any Africa. was warped. A dictator was knew going in) The first the up, by Soviets change anything 'The Americans and propped real questions and then by the United States. The in Somalia, and in United Nations came that need to be dictator Siad Barre came into Feudal countries, Contributed in with kind of answered in photo a arro- con- power 1969, and was there is no other finally Mohamed Sheikh AH, 28, holds his AK-47, which has seen him Their cerning this his- ousted his rivals in 1991 after result. Kill gance. by possible psycho- 10 of is a through years fighting. He gun for hire and fought against torical event are President Bush suspended the them all? Possible, logical the U.S. Rangers in 1993 in the Bakhara marketplace. operations far removed aid he neeaed weapons to main- but the same folks, their intel- were naive, from the visceral tain control. Mohamed Farah with the same of Aidid to fill the food distribution and caused the their level of culture ligence very poor." depiction war eventually came jobs. in Black Hawk -Senior UN official vacuum left by Barre, but famine. International Aid agencies Tne flood of who would just migrate power journalists which did control the entire moved in Down, ne not coun- quickly an to toured Mogadishu the last six in from neighbor- attempt included which still divided that try, was against restore shipments were being months of 1992 (each of whom ing countries, of US itself. the to from seri- which is where the footage hampered by fighting though managed escape any

Special Forces The of Cold War their methods have ous is another worth Somali's from poli- actually may harm) point came anyway.... legacy down hordes tics left hosing of Africans had otner relics in Somalia done more harm than good. For examining. On closer inspection, never look to movies to present with M-16's. the most besides U.S. the local Perhaps a fragmented political sys- every $1,000 (all figures cur- had no interest sort of historical reality." - gunmen any of these tem. important questions is These relics were Russian in food that they distributed in another stream of rev- unnollyroller rency) hurting this: what the of UN Rifles in the was purpose (primarily AK-47's), country, $10,000 was need- enue—they were being hired at intervention in and how ed Somalia, American weapons (M-16's), to hired to rates of $100 a to the The above comments came from pay gunmen guard day protect did things go so horribly wrong? Rocket Propelled Grenades the shipments. Often, the gun-tot- After tne US Marines Americans on an internet journalists. message Fresh from success in the 1991 (RPG's), and would steal the moved board heavy light ing teenage thugs in, the thugs found a new regarding the pitched street artillery Gulf War, US president George pieces, and Land Rovers witn food for themselves. battle that took place in Somalia profession: relieving inexperi- Bush Sr. envisioned a daring mounted nicknamed In July 1992, one veteran enced journalists of their on the date of October 3, 1993. oper- weapons, expen- ation to showcase the World 'technicals'. Such New worker of CARE (an sive camera if The events weapons organization equipment they of that day were Order. A famine that threatened to enabled the highly individualistic dedicted to fighting global stepped into the immortalized in Ridley Scott's fea- pover- wrong neighbor- 4.5 starve million Somalis to and Somali warlords to in stated tnat "it hoods. On 12 the ture film BlackHawk Down and cunning ty) Mogadishu July 1993, petty death in August of 1992 continue to them- was the most in theft escalated: three in Mark Bowden's series of arti- gave fight amongst dangerous port journalists Bush the needed initiative for his the world." Another French aid cles selves, thereby precluding any were stoned, beaten and then (later published as a book), humanitarian efforts. The for plan that have worker stated that "it was the dis- killed. which told the American side of peace agreement may gruesomely operation "Restore Hope" was for happened. tress and craziness" that made These wanted the story. journalists only 25,000 US Marines to The continued civil war was Somalia These to some headlines and out The basic outline of the mis- open up extraordinary. peo- grab fly food channels through an over- one of the factors that disrupted ple wanted to create social of their conditions; sion was fairly clear: 123 elite US squalid they change for the better, and they didn't want to consider the bizarre also wanted to pat themselves on cultural and political viruses that the back. They did not take into helped to destabilize the nation. consideration the long-term But they managed to get the world effects of dumping food on local to take notice of the situation; the markets and of followed the giving money to UN actually rhetoric people who would of the journal- funnel the it into ists by making local drug trade. After the decision to the food "What's the in emergency use send more in ended April 1993, killing Aidid? troops.

a time when aid The Eveiyboay is Aidid. workers were needed UN believed in If he tomorrow for rehabilitation and goes the idea of you will have a mil- development pro- establishing interest lion Aidids around." grams, in order through a relief outfits dropped -Ali Gulaid, Aidid's US military pres-

dramatically. ence, and had representative. There would be the Security blow back from this Council gradu- when policy the ally escalated Americans moved in the numbers and made the policy of kickbacks involved from 500 Pakistani and hired redundant. With thugs troops to 28,000 of foreign troops. nowhere and This did to go, no prospects, not please the warlord the crazed who the UN young drug gunmen Aidid, saw presence turned quickly on UNITAF's as a threat to his struggle to gain efforts circumvent their the to extor- upper hand in Somalia. tion network by using foreign Perhaps the most important to escort food the between troops convoys. man in loop tne UN UNICEF workers then Contributedphoto were mur- and the clans who controlled dered in Bardera and Somalia Mohamed Michael Duj ant s Kismayu by was Sahoun, helicopter out over on Oct. 1993. heading Mogadishu 3, He would be shot down by an KPG and taken Somalis who had lost UN to hostage by Aidid. disgruntled special envoy Somalia and > 14 Feature Wednesday March 19 2003

mind the anti for the manhunt. should be in in venting or pro-American sen- weapons kept Hawk future. while aid work- timents, it becomes If you've seen Black First, many important

and to — now more than ever to know that the events ers journalists came help atten- Down, you pay at the tion to the of Octooer 3 were portrayed as a by throwing money prob- developments of the short: lems have in order to tactical success. In they got —they may actually past effectively analyze if the Aid id's lieutenants. also made things worse. Second, current geo-political land- top They methods killed Somali Sahoun's were working, individuals can ana wounded many scape. Left-wing excel- he should not have been removed about the militia and civilians on an complain American of all lent kill ratio (when compared to in favor of a large body troops military presence around the the world South American losses). What they also who could not stay in nation (ie. Korea, blowback from the Somalis Philippines, Colombia), and got was political indefinitely. Finally, right the American individuals the 18 body bags that were sent violent response to wing can wave

of which was American in a fash- home and the graphic footage presence, essentially flags jingoistic the ion for Pax-Americana. dead US soldiers being dragged declaring war on peacekeep- But if natural result of the whether be aid through the streets of Mogadishu. ers, was a someone, they an

on and worker, or soldier, The $25,000 dollar bounty poor intelligence planning journalist

that the made after Sahoun claims that are here Aidid's head was lifted ana the UN they to help removed from the the Third World, better new US Robert was loop. they'd special envoy, that the US business next Oakley, began to court tne defiant Some might say mean time and tried the warlord. Ironically, it was US sol- should never nave to help in actually study situation with diers who escorted and ferried the first place. The fact is that the some depth. Cold Aidid to Addis Ababa from US owea the Somalis from a

and tried to deliver INFORMATION FROM: Jonathan Mogadishu only a few weeks after War debt, they doctrine Stevenson's 1995 book the firefight. After four months, the in the typical US military Losing force. There UN and US pulled out the thou- of overwhelming Mogadishu

the were other solutions to be had, For Mark Bowden's series of arti- sands of troops and let country

but on to continue on the to political they were constantlyy pushed cles, log Contributed photo path that and social turmoil. aside in favor of policies http://inquirer.philly.com/pack- Four US Army Rangers who participated in the October third firefight would sta- Upon viewing Black hlawk not guarantee political ages/somalia/sitemap.asp Aidid will- moved closer stable Americans in Somalia. the only man that was to a more Down, conveniently bility world's and social situation than that were sent to As the only ing to negotiate with. Instead of political forget they superpow- finds itself The arrival Somalia fill stomachs, not to the United States will continue pursuing initiatives of placing it in today. to er, caused Aidid "Skinnies" (a to lead the when it comes to thousands of foreign troops in of 25,000 US troops grease derogatory way used for the locals). international relations. Instead of Somalia that have been to isolate the UN in an to term may attempt they

the of the that their use of viewed as an occupying force, gain backing U.S. as They forget had done before him. Somalia in the Cold Sahoun tried to work with clan Siad Barre as a pawn between When the combat moved War entitle the Somali elders to broker peace troops might peo- aid in the the warring factions and to distrib- in, they had a job to do that was ple some foreign post-

far outside what had been Cold war era. that this ute food more efficiently. they They forget be mission Sahoun ended his trained for. Marines was to a UN up resigning Trigger-happy supposed unilateral dictat- position with the UN. He wanted accidentally snot Somalis, creat- and not a project wide rift between the ed the UN the to circumvent the idiocy of the ing a people through dummy by UN bureaucracy, which had and the foreign troops. US ventriloquist. forces aid Black Hawk Down has planned to send 3,000 more Furthermore, the UN now without undertake disarmament duties entered the consciousness troops into the country .not public Aidia made level that would in the era. Some have Aidid's approval. it to a keep people post-9/11

well known in advance that from automatic claimed that radical Islamists were any brandishing unwanted soldiers would be the for the mission. UN weapons on streets. responsible tragic sent home in body bags. Sahoun The murder of 24 Pakistani Otners have pointed to the oil Somalia that proposed his resignation and peacekeepers signed the warrant reserves in US com- became for Aidid's arrest the UN wanted to a special envoy, only by spe- panies develop. accountable the cial American Admiral Neither of these is to Secretary- envoy, explanations General, Boutros-Gali. Boutros- Howe. Removing Aidid would correct, and they serve more to fodder for both and Gali accepted his resignation, but have not done much more than provide pro another that anti-American stances than not his second proposal. create power vacuum they understand the devel- Had the UN followed would surely nave been filled by do to help Contributed photo Sahoun's of with another warlord. The for world's interaction with the policy working ringers oped in with its facade destroyed by An apartment building Mogadishu the Somalis in order to the US Deltas and Tnird World. Barre to repair operation, Rangers, gunfire. This was the result of the post-Siad power struggle there be doubt with all After at this situation, control the nation. damage, can no were brought in along looking deduce several facts that that the country would have kinds of high tech military we can

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Mediocre motion

Do It's How You Do It" had an had "Gap Commercial" written all Review by excellent remix of music and over it. Jennifer Asselin you

could tell that the dancers were After a brief intermission the

Tedious in the into the whole show practices finally getting per- began again with a more

Concourse and teasers formance. taking up Unfortunately there creative and stronger half than the Turret time and of males precious were a couple through- first. The second half proved to be Concourse all culminated the that exuded space out performance much more together and enjoy- this weekend Laurier's past as an unneeded confidence that saw able.

annual Fashion 'n Motion took them steal the limelight from their The best piece of the evening

place. The and fashion there saw two dancing counterparts. However, worlds collide with a

was held March were also few extravaganza 13, a male performers combination of fiddle and beat-

14 and 15 in the Theater who did well and This extremely boxing. performance was

Auditorium. showed how much just they were hands down the most creative and

The show is a Laurier tradition the music and the enthusi- feeling interesting of all the scenes. with of the proceeds going to charity. asm crowd. Choreographed by Marcia and This of the funds, years recipient The third piece was well done Amanda Brown, "The Box and the

Courtland-Shelley Community with the use of white gloves pick- Fiddle" was executed excellently,

Centre, is a of House of the black and program ing up light creating climaxing with the fiddle and the

a of Friendship providing variety a effect. However, the use beatbox unique coming together as well adult, children and of these youth pro- gloves also meant that as the tap dancers and hip-hop for the residents of the could grams you easily tell if a performer moves.

Courtland - neighbour- fell behind and that did. This The thirteenth Shelley they scene was met hood. was a occurrence with mixed emotions regular through- as "Dancing

The theme and name for this out the show. The downfall is that Towards Romancing" brought jazz event chosen years was cleverly as once a falls behind it is and to the This performer swing stage. per- "Inches," with the reoccurring rare for them to formance very actually was well performed notion that "each inch represents a catch with the rest of the up except for a select few who again

life a ensemble. This potentially altering outcome; scene also saw the fell behind as well, a few of the

twist that can simple drastically make use of chairs as couldn't all of the guys props couples perform affect future." With that in reminiscent of Backstreet which your a Boys moves left the crowd a bit mind, the crowd was for a video Backstreet's primed gone wrong... disappointed. dance extravaganza better known back, "Biood alright? on the Dance Floor" as just one more WLUSU driven The next few scenes contained brought the classic Michael

"Rah, Rah," "Go Laurier" event. excellent music and great dance Jackson "Thriller" to life and the The sold-out show with began moves with a tribute to the 80's crowd thoroughly enjoyed the introduction the MC who an by and break dancing that showed costumes and atmosphere from

where the idea for off the talents of Laurier explained many our beyond the grave.

Inches came from and how it is students. In the fifth scene the The long awaited event proved

emotions Matt Benassi linked to the we all dancers made of be go use flashlights to entertaining and had an

as humans. It through was corny at Two dance it this weekend which at first seemed artis- eclectic mix of music and chore- performers up past at glance best but with a name like Inches I Laurier's annual Fashion 'n Motion. tic but turned out be of a but the to more ography at same time that's to be expected. As suppose nuisance as light being flashed lacked the cohesiveness and the was mur- The first was standable would be the audience's opener performed piece performed why some into eyes isn't entertainment value that other murs the to the "Raise Little Hell" but confused sprang throughout song a and fall behind but for always pleasant, I mean our reti- years' performance had. Although crowd, which took from the if it was indication of how the the amount of have could have been burned for all the first half away any practicing they nas was mediocre with

on and audience of the dancing stage rest show was about to done, this was lackluster we know. dancers go, I a begin- falling behind and arro- members hollered out performers didn't want to stick for those involved. Some of The seventh called particularly ning scene gance taking center stage, the sec- names as were five around. The dancers though they weren't in the dancers even looked a tad "Street Talk" was an ode ond half the to saw group redeem and the again on with one another. With tired and the first Westside playing play- sync so it was only song! Story with a mediocre itself with both creativity and ground. dancers it is Scene many on stage under- two, "It's Not What You choreographed fight scene which unity.

Food for thought

goes sprinkled on top. The combination of The sauce added just the right flavour to the fruits and sweet complimentary lettuce rich tasting dinner and the potatoes and Jessica McLaughlin made mouth my water. My companion vegetables filled out the plate nicely. My If the of diner who an in crab you're type enjoys indulged snow asparagus and feta companion selected the curried pork ten-

intimate delicious food and in with coulis derloin served with basmati atmosphere, wrapped phylo a mango rice, mixed exceptional service then La Costa ($8.99). After this hot try tasting appetizer we julienne vegetables and nuts ($20.99). Her Restaurant. This past Friday I, along with both decided it was a delicious concoction dish was an equally satisfying generous had the the my companion, to as three flavours blended and she that the opportunity very nicely portion pointed out pork in Chef indulge adorably friendly Dann while at the same time dis- lean. together staying was very Duchesne's wonderful creations. tinct. Both culinary appetizers were presented in a After a short break to enjoy the atmos-

the Jessica McLaughlin Upon entering restaurant we were and allow dinner visibly intriguing way. phere to our to settle, we lan who greeted by manager Kangaloo The dinner menu consisted of a wide ordered which were specialty coffees, ly finished with a piece of dark chocolate seated promptly us at a window table. La variety of meat and seafood dishes includ- lower than other priced slightly fine dining almond bark. This type of dining experi- Costa's atmosphere is rich with a traditional filet establishments ing mignon, rabbit, duck, at $6.25. ence is not for but My companion obviously every day, per- Mediterranean feel. Dark stained wood fin- chicken, and fish. chose veal, no the La Costa which is a 1.5- fect for those pork Though coffee, any special occasion. For of ishes accent fresco walls in hues of terra- vegetarian option was offered under the ounce mixture of Grand Marnier, who tired of the lax frangeli- you are becoming serv- cotta and gold. Stone and there archways entree section, was a selection and creme de served great co, ameretto, cocoa in ice and repetitive roadhouse menus, con- wrought iron staircases with classical of that along pastas were very a snifter with coffee and real sider the time dine reasonably priced large whipped taking a step up next you art prints give the restaurant an authentical- between $9.99 and of which $20.99, cream. Upon our server made me out. many request, Though my companion and I indulged that is to La could be made ly European atmosphere unique vegetarian. Unlike most own coffee with and my specialty Baileys in some of the higher priced menu items I Costa. other restaurants of this La Marnier. caliber, Costa Grand am confident that all of the more economi- The extensive menu was and both offers the of most of my option the dinners and The dessert selection included a daily cal choices would be equally as delicious. and mulled the companion myself over appetizers in two sizes to accommodate fruit tartufo and chocolate flan. ice, pecan selections. Many appetizers were available size of and La Costa Restaurant every appetite budget. All desserts were priced between $5.99 and of 6 including a variety soups, salads and hot For dinner I chose to the feature To Charles Street West try of $6.90. finish our dining experience we dishes. for the "Boston Bibb" salad the Kitchener I opted night, an Boz-sirloin steak served with shared the chocolate pate ($5.99). This with toasted 744-7572 topped pine nuts, mango roasted mini red and mixed similar potatoes veg- dessert,yvas to a decadent chocolate and strawberries This dressing ($5.99). etables topped with a Chardonnay demi mousse and served with raspberry and salad was one of the more exotic salads Cord's glaze ($21.99). The meat was cooked to Rating: mango coulis and creme anglaise. The with mandarin and chunks of oranges man- perfection and with onions. topped sauteed presentation of this dessert was wonderful

Out of a possible Five Smiling Jenn's 16 'Student Life Wednesday March 19 2003

A year in the life of...

Student life what the is essentially is going on in

lives of - the students. The Cord thought it on student life you Perspectives would tnen be interesting to get different view points from each Undergraduate University level and the lives lead. they Here are the thoughts of

/ cJ fellow students what feel is your and they student life all about. Second year blues

First my philosophy in this my second responsibilities get more demand- and because of I have had and need and year year it, a ing I more more time to relax and let loose. great year. just Too

I'll be the first to admit that aca- much studying and stressing out is curves learning demic life is depressing. Just as I counterproductive and will eventu- have lead less than write one exam, I to begin ally to stellar results.

for another. When if exams Don't - And she's not home someone studying get me wrong getting

else will be in have hammered is the because living res- are over, I to start researching every night not

idence has I for do. All I'm meant that if am my essays. It's a never-ending right thing to trying to

bored of lack of and is that in or need someone to talk to cycle stress, sleep say once a while, when

of coffee. That's com- down luck or a way to procrastinate, I am excess why I you're feeling on your

find else mitted and been for the guaranteed to someone myself to as many extra-cur- you've studying

who is in the same situation. ricular activities as would fit last ten hours, it's a Dan Sennet my good thing to go schedule. socialize and have University has meant that all timely out, a good time

old friends have scattered What be said about the life of I to do the same - let out steam. As second my can a encourage you some a

the has also student second Life what second is time taken across country; it in year? is as year seen as a to year student, it's me two

the chance make of here at what Laurier has to offer. to that out. meant to meet new you it, especially explore years figure

Laurier where the are limit- Whether a Overall, the life of second Carly Beath ones. options you join fraternity, an my Another from ed because of humble size. volunteer of has been change high our on-campus club, a proj- year university just one

school has been for the back and for life ect-it doesn't Get remember: My first year as a university stu- that, Sitting waiting to matter. yourself experience to one year

dent is that know of will within a out there, make friends, network of something I I most part, I enjoy more my grab you get boring fun, excitement, anticipation,

will look back of classes than matter of If want and have found occasions to learn from and on as being one not. Finally, I am minutes. you enjoy yourself. I

the of learn about and That that in second the academic cherish forever. most important events my choosing to things something, go get it. was year moments to

life. have interested will So many things I'm actually in. I

this is have sit another changed year. University never to through

different from school in high so math class learning about things

I'll many ways. never use again. Third trials the of Chances to broaden hori- Probably biggest my year has been have extended change living away zons beyond

from This has afford- class well. from This has also been a of I'm all of a sudden? my parents. as Coming a year doing

ed lot of small avoidance. avoid about Now I sound don't me a new freedoms, town my previous opportu- I thinking whiny. I

both and small. future. don't like think large If I want to nities have not exactly been my I to know, I guess it's my age. I'm start-

eat for lunch and diverse. about I'm a to feel a little suffocated here. I Alpha-getti sup- plentiful or University graduating, although ing

four in If has the little tired of school and I mutter need a One with per days a row, I can. I given me opportunity to holiday. palm

wantto out interests in not shit" if think about it too colada's and hot go on Thursday night indulge my a way "holy I trees, pina a pool

and in bed The hard. Heaven forbid too senti- To some third it stay through my previously possible. I joined I get boy. up my year,

Cord mental but I do feel if this is the feels like I'm the Friday morning classes, no one to satisfy my journalistic as going through

mad at me. Instead, and took a dance time where I'm to have to motions and the thrill of adventure gets my aspirations, going also like friends will excellent class inner make some decisions in is off a little, but I applaud my to appease my major my wearing have leave little freeze decision. dancer. life and I'm going to to my routines. I want to

If I home For life first uni- certain behind. time and for a I'm come late and me, as a year people stay while, yet Hermsen Mary restless. someone's for it's student has been about I start to break out in a cold also Now I'm con- waiting up me, versity feeling

it's and about third has been sweat when hear about That's it: that's what a good thing. It means my new experiences My year interesting. I people fusing myself.

instead of worried where can't for but serious commitments in third is. It's as I'm roommate a beginning to figure out I Now I speak everyone making year confusing, of and it sit want to in life and how I'm this has been the of little rou- their lives. I decided that twen- sure twenties, not parent means we can go year my every year my

tine and whole bunch of self-real- were to be second to mention life, will be. down and talk about our day. going to get there. a ties going my my where don't Overall third has been ization. This is the year I adolescence, I want responsi- my year lot have really cemented certain bilities! I want to have fun and not a mix of tragedy, comedy, and a

lost track of think have friends of come- friendships, some peo- too much, yet I irresponsibi I ity-but mostly student Fourth ple (particularly high school who are getting married, what the dy. Call it the university understand hell? feel different from condition but I'll be both year friends) and came to I don't any happy the of of the when does and sad when I'm done. true nature some peo- I was a teenager. Why

whom call friends. to know what ple I my everyone expect me tomfoolery

it have been sirable circumstances that are with- said, must funny

control. because in the Solarium in your For instance, everyone

realized it's of Most would you've a waste time was laughing. people to venture off to the downtown probably turn red with embarrass- i jStai Bucks of/" Kitchener bar because but I scene you ment as a fourth-year just

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Coach staff to be revamped

Laurier men's football and Head Coaches this rugby, volleyball resign year

of the Hawks, that he does the for assum- it's that their years coaching stating Jeffries possess potential kids, just motivation was not Kristen Lipscombe wanted to more time with his the the what used spend family. ing position, application procedure I was to seeing.. .they seem to be

his Laurier career he received will be and for Throughout rigid competitive. looking someone else to motivate them,

the 1995 The This season in sports has undoubtedly been numerous honours, including CIS most recent loss to the Laurier ath- instead of motivating themselves."

turbulent for coach- Coach of letics is that of a year Laurier's varsity (Canadian Interuniversity Sport) scene Dougherty. In early Baxter stated that Dougherty's resigna-

es and for teams. the Year title. Zmich was also one of the announced his tion "the best subsequently many varsity March, Dougherty resigna- was in interest of the team" Strikes, and medical conditions unionized coaches who tion after three of and added that resignations years having a part-time coach have plagued the Golden Hawk bench participated in the fall strike, coaching. Dougherty also did not dictate the best situation for the vol-

bosses this in what will cer- Defensive for the Hawks for two year, resulting leaving "I am frustrated with played leyball program.

be a for the Coordinator Gary Jeffries to his academic "It's hard to what I'll feel tainly rebuilding year coaching the athletes...they years during say in the

staff in 2003 - 2004. take the purple and gold career at Laurier. This season future," admitted seem to be looking Dougherty regarding Last fall's strike resulted in in his absence. his had WLUSA reigns team a whether he will return to coach- for someone else to humiliating eventually

some coaches the lines Jeffries was named Interim finish, off the "I walking picket motivate them, capping year ing. do love the school, but where the while their and Head Coach players practiced played following with seventeen losses and a is now not where instead ofmotivating program is I'd like to see without their and Zmich's guidance leadership. resignation. themselves." single victory. This it. Men's volleyball has been lagging

the head coaches of football, a Moreover, Jeffries is well-respect- deplorable record was behind."

men's rugby and men's volleyball have all ed coach and a petition was to them into added that -Todd Dougherty, enough drop Dougherty despite the inces- submitted their to the Athletics circulated the bowels of both the resignations stating OUA sant lack of success for men's this recently former Men's Volleyball volleyball Department the of that he deserves to fill (Ontario that "the administration has done following completion Head Coach University year a their Zmich's shoes respective seasons. permanently. Athletics) and the CIS. great job." Head Coach Derek Men's rugby Nevertheless, Laurier's "I am look- this has been basically just Although year a rocky left the Athletics has Laurier staff a to do commented for Laurier's Humphreys coaching Department implemented ing something else," year varsity sports, the Athletics due to an heart football national search for the next football Head on his decision to leave the on-going condition, Dougherty Department is hoping to recruit some new

Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator Coach. "I also work full-time team. a j0b.... The faces for the coaching roster in order to

Rick Zmich at the end of Director of Athletics and Recreation time it takes make the smooth resigned January to program success- ensure a road ahead for the Golden

and Head Coach Todd Peter Baxter that Laurier is men's volleyball emphasized ful is too much for me to do right now. Hawks.

vision Dougherty hung up his suit earlier this looking for "somebody with a to revi- "I am just frustrated with the situation

month. talize make it of the added "I our program to one generally," Dougherty. am frustrat-

Zmich left after a solid 12-and-a-half best in Canada." He added that although ed with the athletes. It's not that they're bad

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accepted that. But sometimes on COPS as they do on Bernard Dawson it still shocks me how ignorant Sports Center.

some people are about general Forgive me for looking

the old when bas- sports information. back to days

few months had the ketball didn't need A ago I players

chance to talk to a couple of name tags to tell their illegiti-

friends don't to mate kids Father's I get see very apart on often. The conversation got Day. Or when the rink or sta- Mark around baseball and the your calendars, to I dium, not Court TV, was

that the best favourite expressed my belief place to see your 'cause trontrow world would be has a better place players.

if the had have that today Dodgers not I to say even weeks left Brooklyn for Los Angeles. though Jackie Robinson died your planned! You're at bar with I left dumbfounded before he sitting a was ten years I was born, some friends and when these two educated of hero than suddenly an peo- is more a to me J MONDAY breaks out. One to that baseball Fie argument per- ple reported me they any player today.

believe that knew that the took abuse that the son seems to never Dodgers every

Bernie Williams is the had been in who hated him could 250 greatest Brooklyn. Now I racists wing Mondays centrefielder Yankees' histo- in can see them not being able to dish out and yet never resorted Wings for a quarter from 4 'til 12 with purchase the other the for debate with ry, argues case me over some- to their level. of a beverage! What do like who the best better than Reggie Jackson. you thing was Fie Was that; do? centrefielder in New York dur- he'd defeat them with his

You find the 50's: the feet home J get up and other ing Dodgers' quick by stealing or TUESDAY people to sit with, that's what Duke Snider, the Giants' Willie by knocking in the winning

do. Because the Yankees' with That you Why? a) Mays or Mickey run a single. was App-solutely Tuesdays didn't Mantle. should know what he about: Reggie Jackson play But they was proving Choose from our wide selection of centrefield and b) Bernie that the L.A. Dodgers were with his skills that he belonged appetizers

Williams isn't even in the same once the Brooklyn Dodgers. in the big leagues. He eventu- and get 'em for V2 price all day long! Available area code as either Mickey Now I realize that I sound made his ally people forget in bar area only. Mantle like his colour and or Joe DiMaggio. someone justifying see him only as a Welcome to the wonderful existence by claiming I'm bet- great baseball player. J world of WEDNESDAY useless sports knowl- ter than other people because I The most frightening thing

A filled with remember who Allan Bester is what Robinson edge. place sports not put up fanatics who seem to know the was. In but the a way, I am. with, rather, most Wacky Wednesdays detail than smallest about every But it's deeper just me frightening thing is that educat- What could oe wackier than getting a"burger and related look ed and sports topic you can trying (and failing) to seemingly intelligent fries for think $3?! Every Wednesday! about. cool. Sports and the athletes people are over-looking greats

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If I Picked the Oscar Winners

work as a character for be he's actor years not the best film ever Brad Skelton and it's wonderful that he's finally made, but let's face it, it's about attention for it. He Goddamn time Scorsese getting may got an The Oscar race is on and I'm sure stiff Oscar. Scorsese has nave some made some of has started competition everyone making bets though. John C. Reilly (Chicago), the best films of the last three with their friends, so here are one of the busiest (and most ver- decades, including Taxi Driver, of choices for who some my satile) of character actors, was in Raging Bull, The Last Temptation should win. I'll offer some predic- four movies last and be of and year may Christ, GoodFellas, and if tions too, but since the Academy rewarded for his solid Rob Marshall wins for consistently File Photo Chicago of Motion Picture Arts ana performances. Ed Harris and (Marshall's already been awarded Sciences is notoriously banal in Are and Catherine Zeta-Jones headed for the Walken Meryl Streep podium? Christopher are favourites by the Director's Guild) it will be some of its tastes, I will for the in although it's a tell Hollywood, housewife in major disappointment. most part you who I'd choose plays a suburban energy, making you wonder that either of them will if of the unlikely when I were a voting member whose life begins to unravel astonishment now long he can nominations Best the award. Their Picture: none get her husband it He this Unfortunately, Academy. she discovers keep up. plays grandiose are a sign of respect for their bod- of the Best Picture nominees this is even villain as a and sadistic (Dennis Quaid) gay and, grotesque ies of work than more year are great films. are Best Actress: anything she dares but is such truly They Supporting Meryl worse, to befriend her fiend, there a else (Walken is always fun to all good movies, and both The Streep seems to be in the lead at (Dennis Haysbert), who humourously self-absorbed the- watch gardener no matter what he's doing, Pianist and Gangs of New York the (she's the to the and moment won is black. Even while being atricality character, but Harris' role in The Hours is lit- come close to Golden achieving great- Globe), but she's already shunned by her community she such an electric charisma to the tle more than a cameo). but overall this of record this the her that ness, group set a year by getting maintains her dignity, ana performance one is mesmer- My favourite of these nomi- movies is kind of thirteenth nomination of her with is ized and excited time The discouraging relationship Haysbert ten- every Paul the fact that the nees, however, is Newman. given Oscar is career and she has won two der and It credit to the Butcher on screen. Daniel realistic. is a is Day- He hasn't been much in the an award of excel- unlike- acting presumably Oscars before, so it seems strength of Moore's work that she Lewis creates the most memo- last few but in Road lence. of York years, to Gangs New is prob- ly she'll get the award. Besides, has been nominated twice this rable movie villain since Hannibal Perdition he the best proves once again ably of the lot, although, it in for Actress in and this is Streep's performance year (also Lecter, performance so what he is Supporting the heed- an awesome presence doesn't have or The unlike he passion Adaptation, as good as it may be, Hours), ana though it appears resolutely anything has in a movie; with a few scenes less of Scorsese's best well within her just Kidman award that energy falls as an take the ever done before can only range he may I creates a complete character, work. Still, is a The other nomi- is the he will win Oscar Gangs quite spec- actress. actresses home, Julianne Moore one pray on night. and maybe the most sympathetic tacular film and it will nated this also who deserves hopefully in category are very really it. in the film. This his most person is get top honours, as well as awards good, particularly Kathy Bates in Best Screenplay: It's always hard memorable role in a long time. for art direction and choice here will cinematogra- About Schmidt, but the woman Best Actor: My is to predict wnat happen in the other (for The His only Oscar phy. Chicago is an entertaining who deserves the award the most without a doubt Daniel Day- so I'll offer only of seemed like writing categories, Color Money) a musical, and it is in the lead as far is Catherine Lewis for of New York. This Best Zeta-Jones. Zeta- Gangs my two picks. For Original charity award simply given for his as nominations and good publici- Jones is the best thing in Chicago, is the strongest of all the acting Screenplay I would award Alfonso strong body of work, and the but if it wins Best Picture it her role her this with Adrien and his brother ty go, bringing to not only categories year, Cuaron Carlos for should will Academy award him one not be one of Oscar's proud- considerable beauty and glamour Brody, Jack Nicholson, Nicolas their incredible film Y Tu Mama last time before he retires. est moments. (which is certainly needed for the Cage and Michael Caine all turn Tambien, which could have easily

but also a lot of the Film part), humour, in stunning performances. Cage is won Best Foreign catego- Best Actress: All of the actresses Finally, the moment I look for- some dance and fun watch his duel had been nominated. great moves, a especially to in ry it For Best are worthy of theirnominations ward to most on Oscar night is voice. Of all the actors role the Charlie and all I can shocking as twins Adapted Screenplay say is (well, Nicole Kidman's perform- Hayao Miyazaki winning for Best in the film she seems the Donald Kaufman in that most Adaptation, no reasonably intelligent per- ance is more of a supporting role), Animated Film. Miyazaki is has comfortable with the singing and creating two distinct ana com- son should vote for anything but but in of their work been called the animated my eyes none greatest and the she exudes almost Charlie Kaufman's dancing, way pletely different characters Adaptation: was as deep as that of Julianne filmmaker in history and Spirited confidence is a joy to watch. effortlessly (or so it seems). But it is this is one of the most brilliant Moore. In of the best animated Far From Heaven, a Away is one who steals the show as of Day-Lewis examples screen-writing you're does 1950s melodrama made sincerely movies I've ever seen. If he Best Supporting Actor: Chris William Cutting, a.k.a. Bill the ever likely to see. in the tradition of Sirk's win we will know for certain will Douglas not Cooper most likely win for his Butcher, delivering one of the that the have films, Moore gets to showcase one Academy voters hilariously energetic work in most intense performances I've Best Director: Martin Scorsese, her best date insane. performances to gone and he does from actor some the world's Adaptation, if I won't seen an in quite perhaps greatest living (and she has had a lot of juicy be the to the screen an filmmaker, is choice for this least bit disappointed. time, bringing my roles in the five years). She past level of of New York Cooper has been doing great incredibly high-pitched award. Gangs may

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outfits wait for of due to our around them, ever seen, and the and brightest society beyond campus Hawkins Jeffrey next KKK parade in downtown thirst for knowledge and involve- life, especially through exchange his Rollins that force student to New York. Once the parade is ment. In own way, Mr. programs For the 42-year-oid performer, about interact with cul- underway, with all of the camera was teaching common directly foreign author, singer/songwriter, publi- the world that seems to tures. crews hovering in for footage, sense in a Additionally, advocating cation owner, actor, producer, less about students remain as males will storm in and care less and instinc- that to 3,000 gay try and soon to be tne oldest known while join the parade. Marching with tively doing the right thing. open-minded as possible rocker left on the planet, Henry his and to to never lose their backwoods southern coun- Underlying suggestions to maturing, try Rollins relentlessly committed will- will form take life a certain a of their sense of adventure and terparts they an entirely into degree himself to the Kitchener/Waterloo to to kind to This new consideration when it, was adapt changes, new regime. living ingness audience at the community of all to be think- the KKK now in front the cam- his overall suggestion despite overwhelming rigidity University of Waterloo. He deliv- about the world around and conservativeness and eras, represent a free-love-free ing you ered a of performance hilarity, his adulthood. spirited organization that support while attending University. In accompanies and above thought provocation without the racial tolerance and homosexual- own words, "Knowledge Overall, night's perform- all, motivation. From the time he members have is worth bullshit." He ance deserves 10 out of 10 stars ity. After the new mileage took stage to almost three hours ■■hk i Contributed Photo for for altered the doctrine of strongly recommended that stu- thought provocation, bang he entertained while completely later, forcing the build- Is in is the dents attend edu- bucK, and leaving that a worm his neck or previous KKK members, post-secondary you the audience to think about life he to of with a sense of If just happy see me... which might themselves be inter- cation, but remain conscious ing inspiration. and how live it to the fullest while much have not seen a Henry ested in all ofthis new found pub- the fact that«there is a big- you yet than half of the they can, as oppose to probably more regretting and Rollins can at lic expression of love and freewill ger world beyond campus performance you it's His audience. his sheer life once almost over. Through that towards their fellow the of it has little to do with least his audio CDs man, most very purchase and overall hilarious and blunt outspoken- presence common older hard-line members the information out for the most what it more you can get capture, part, the of acute ness during performance sense observation, using I will leave the of is ike to see him live. quit or country. a textbook, a lecture, or a pro- Although could be to of his travels back- compared style personal as doctrine for lis- this fessor. "Real life can never be sti stand Perhaps methodology may put I by my Dennis for he not Leary. ground suggestion, live seem a bit unorthodox, but for into a lecture hall or textbook, or tening experiences, perform- forces rethink Since his as a Black Flag only to the days you way better that matter so is the KKK, so be described by others, no matter ances are always presented and The Rollins Band frontman live but also you your life, time Rollins idea be how well it." His live. So see him the next maybe might say power- go Rollins' word has make just they spoken you to changes singer, inspires he within a 200 what America needs to get finally ful words advocate that all stu- comes anywhere been as his newest now. progressing of the KAV area! get rid of these hate filled individ- dents get involved in the world kilometer raaius of the form of expression. Although For example, one many uals. look Rollins and some take one at contemporary problems that Rollins cornedic performance Dare2Dream Travel & Cruises see another fanatic that "Hank" on was the issue of just gym spoke did, however, take on a more his with some how muscled way into racism in America, special serious level when discussing stu- 519- 744- 8102 show business, he actually has reference to the KKK and how he dent life and the " impact our lot more offer. his has a to eradicate them from dare2dreamtravel. vacation, com quite a to From plan www. actions can have on tne rest of stances, existence forever. to opinionated ranging According " our lives. If we just let things slide We dreams true." the the help travel come from the KKK to the War on Iraa Rollins, two main things your while the sedation of adulthood to the mind of females compared KKK is always trying to promote sinks could in we really miss out. CASH? mindset of and NEED to the males, one are new membership public His suggestions were of with warnings quickly gets the point that this is attention. So, tne assistance caution that focused on the prob- Bea referral We $25 of Rollins agent. pay not just another entertainer cash- leadership, get 3,000 lems of aging. According to in another inflated African American and Jewish gay ing super pay- referral that books through us. Hank, university and college stu- per males the check. Most of his ideas seem to dress up in most dent in most the best are, cases, call for more details and start earning $ today! appalling, rude and offensive to flamboyant homosexual KKK Entertainment • 21 Wednesday March 192003

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damn No other band since the album good. Weeks, an "of great beauty and depth had Beatles a to be creative which over the has been willingness years overshad-

without a shit what the owed giving public buy its equally brilliant but more One cannot the of thought. grasp brilliance popular successor Moondance. While not

the Clash on discs and obvious two over 40 songs; an pop-oriented record like it does not do them the Weeks justice they deserve. Moondance, does feature some of Morrison's most engaging and complex James Hrivnak songwriting. The album is divided into two parts (originally the record's two sides). The first, titled "In the Beginning" deals with subject matter of a calm and graceful nature. In the

The Clash - The Essential Clash opening title track, Morrison muses of RJD2 - Deadringer born "Afterwards" "being again." the sec- ond take part (or side, your pick) is notice-

not so much darker but ably more enig-

matic. The second track on this side is the As if we need another Clash "best of on album's centerpiece and masterpiece, the After living in the background of under- the market. After of the The Story Clash, "Madame With "Madame for the last few epic George." ground hip-hop years, RJD2 and Clash on this brand Classic the album's Singles Broadway, Review focus moves from has the front line with George" re- finally stepped up to new Essentials collection seems rather birth to that of and Van Morrison - Astral Weeks moving on leaving, and his solid debut entitled Deadringer. (1968) redundant. As well, each does the compilation eventually beginning cycle once more. Straight out of Columbus, Ohio, the clever what's damn near make a This album is impossible; good an oddity amongst DJ/producer has thrown together one of the Clash collection. Their dozens sounding style Morrison's of albums over the past strongest instrumental hip-hop records of from album to album for Astral changed (except 40 years. Weeks doesn't follow the the new millennium. In petty efforts for It's amazing how one can use music to where it from Sanainista!, changed song to mainstream of Them which has been effect films. Brad pop preceded RJD2 closely great in won- comparison, The of this two-disc Silberling's song). producers set it, nor is it like Morrison has done the likes of but and anything weighed up to DJ Shadow, derful, underrated barely seen take the safe route by moving things along since. with diverse, new and original sounds Moonlight Mile (which is out on video chronologically. The album is simply a to listen to. unlike out Definitive Jux the classic joy anything put on finally, so go rent it) uses Van Disc one takes us through the early For 47 minutes and 16 seconds home everything (his new label), Deadringer is some- Morrison song "Sweet in one of the of the Clash their of Thing" days in punlciest state is fine with the world. have no worries, no that their I thing many just can't put finger film's most beautiful and scenes. mind. It is still and touching astounding to cares. Astral Weeks is beautiful music exciting This in the film per- on. scene is, amongst hear many fect for sqngs "Janie Jones" and"(White Man) a spring afternoon. Previous to this full-length debut, RJD2 other things, a testament to the genius of Hammersmith Palais" hold better In up has had his fair share of work in the indus- Van Morrison. "Sweet Thing" is the third than some recent music. It covers their first James Hrivnak try and is a surprise for those who have track on his 1968 masterpiece Astral two albums and a handful of singles from heard not never him, blowing up as just a the the brilliant era, including "Groovy one hit wonder. He began DJing/produc- "Times." ing in the later half of the nineties with Disc two however, is a little trickier. MHz (megahertz) and just prior to the The first seven tracks are all from London release of he for the Deadringer produced little with Calling, which are flawless, followed by the The computer shop j| artist Copywrite on one of the big Rawkus non-album single "Bankrobber," and then Records releases of the then year. He was fall things apart. Why put on something brought on board with Definitive Jux, like "Ivan Meets G.I. Joe" from Sandinista! solutioijsr^S where he added Big to line an already huge up when have dozens of other of such you literally 1.. %Si# acts as Aesop rock, Cannibal Ox, : better from the album songs same to Murs and Mr. to few. Lif, name a Through ' choose from, like the underrated ' : %' ' ' all of this with different sounds, experience Bullets" "Charlie Don't "Washington or beats and ideas, RJD2 has separated him- Surf"? And what the hell is "Stop the self from the rest of the pack and has quite World" on here? It was a b-side to Software Headaches? the doing A possibly opened door, just a small Licensing and begin with, it's easily one of the worst crack, on a new wave of instrumental hip- the Clash and that songs ever wrote, hop to come. includes everything on Cut the Crap. Price hil

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New wave of teen entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurship. Most teen businesses Those teen self-starters average $40 a week, crazy he says. Still, starting a business with provides teens an opportu- will make you feel insignifi- nity to be their own boss and to apply their knowledge in the business world.

be cant and past your prime... "To stuck in school with all of this of knowledge comput-

ers and not to be able do to any- and thing with it," you're only twenty! Greenspan says, "is cramping."

So what does this mean for

us? Does it mean that a lot more Other efforts at the university to of students us are to end Shruti Lai going encourage entrepreneurship with that hair up greasy and include tne of the new The scenario is the opening common, nonexistent social life? Er, yeah. Schiegel Centre for words familiar. Dad annoyingly But as my right as reporter, I can Entrepreneurship in 2002 to link that stow 'suggesting' I away my now dispense the wise words students and faculty with the hard earned in the oanK money that were handed down to me business com- it entrepreneurial instead of investing on those Contributed Photo by Grandpappy. (By the munity. The Schiegel Centre way, adorable of sandals. pair I say wasn't will <\aron Greenspan, teen entrepreneur and trench horn specialist Grandpappy my grandfa- perform a significant out- and mean invest- ther. He investment, I was just a homeless reach role, bringing business The with their ment. sandals, met on the road of the balance. guy I one day. people on campus as part a ate locally, Schiegel Centre keep everything in He black would be sleek, lining just I'm not too sure that and will also for works the speaker series working to act as a catalyst only on weekends. with...but perfect I digress. was his within Grandpappy actually create co-op placements start-up of all should a little easier When the word companies types. (Things get "entrepre- but, he looked like a A name, ney, entrepreneurial enterprises. Studies snow that a consid- now that he has his driver's neur" students comes up are Or a Bob). He fee-for-service entrepreneurial erable number of teen business- license.) Grandpappy. known and to cringe generally looked at me with those blood- consulting enterprise will also es do thrive: for example, "I don't let this take control throw cushions in the direction shot eyes and said in his beauti- allow and members of Michael Dell of Dell of concedes. still faculty my life," he "I of the speaker. We imagine an ful, voice, at the work hands-on started his need relax and talk squeaky "Hey, centre to Computers, company time to to all-too-knowledgeable, sharp- least Bush ain't from Canada." with the of and friends." What do his entrepreneurs. at wee age 19 now, in my friends suited with hair and guy greasy Ok, so it doesn't relate, but it The speaker series is an his early 30s, is the youngest think? "I try not to talk about it social life. a nonexistent was still wise. And it billionaire also, was on Forbes maga- at school too much or it sounds a new trend is However, racing really funny from a zine's list of the richest like he coming guy people I'm bragging," says. "But the the likes up charts, tailgating with no teeth. in America. do tales they hearing my of and those enjoy snowboarding I have a point. It being, that 13-to- Consider Aaron of clients." Indeed, the boat-in-a-bottle 19-year-olds Greenspan, crazy amazing things entrepreneurship among teens who has been running Tnink lifelong skills learn when (how do do it?) of are on they Opening up today big is a growing phenomenon that a and a business are invalu- businesses of their Computer, consulting running own is their own has showed considerable being web of his able. design company, out the new trend advancement becoming over the past few boss. Seventy per- bedroom in Snaker "Not client will the Heights, every coop- amongst youth, and none We live in an where cent of school he and understand what years. age high Ohio, since was 11. His erate too soon. youths have sufficient parapher- mother him the idea after them," studies show that the students want to gave you're telling Greenspan Recent nalia and resources to work for he installed a in "I've learned have new computer says. you to 13 to 19 olds of are own their own themselves. -year They begin young, today his uncle's be with and advertising agency. patient people on their own doss. big being business. and can on "\ realized I could understand hope they keep make more their point of view." Seventy percent of high school doing it for the long haul. This this than However, that students that money doing babysit- experts say say they want to trend is escalating to high lev- the ting," says Greenspan witn a despite growth in teen entre- own their own businesses, els, and should reach pinnacles laugh. preneurship, very few teens are to a the fast according survey by in years approaching. excellent for Since he estimates able of thousands resource young 1995, to pile up tens Yankelovich Partners. Several that he's earned have child entrepreneurs to get first hand $50,000, some in profits. "It you a factors driving the trend can be from of which he's under who do information entrepreneurs put into new com- 20 can $800 a identified. Computers have who have made and month that's the it big in the puter equipment some into in sales, excep- enhanced the capability of indi- business field. The the market. clients the speakers stock His tion to rule," says Steve viduals to start their own busi- form role and include from founder of models answer everyone mom Mariotti, tne New know ness; teens today comput- that stu- and stores to small- and York-based National well any burning questions pop ers as as they know the dents have. the medium-size Foundation for may Speakers in companies. Teaching brand names of the best skate- past included James L. Basillie, Besides designing web the pages, boarding gear. Also, internet the Chairman and co-CEO of he designs databases and tutors provides students with instant Research in Motion, Rick Brock, clients on how to use the inter- - access to information. Almost C~- the Chairman and CEO of Brock net and the latest software. information for any required Solutions Inc, and Joan Fisk, the does business Greenspan everything starting a is available President of Tiger Brand Knitting in the comfort of his bedroom. on the web. Entrepreneurship is Co Ltd. He has fax machine that he considered a legitimate profes- The Schiegel Centre hopes shares with his mother, and sion and teenagers have today contribute the local business tele- to to econo- operates via a plenty of role models to look up and line his the success of Laurier phone in room. He and my to. High schools, even mid- his business last students an "incubation incorporated dle through schools, are now offering the and shirts bear process." Just as University year now sports entrepreneurial classes. of Waterloo itself the Somehow prides on nis corporate logo. Entrepreneurship at Laurier number of nigh tech spin-off the straight-A student who plays has soared to high levels. A companies it has helped to ere- the French horn has managed to $10,000 corporate donation is I assisting The Schiegel Centre for Entrepreneurship at Wilfrid Laurier University to further integrate entrepreneurship into the curriculum of the School of

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' - ' ' ' 24 Arts Wednesday March 192QQ3

Art is not conformist

recognition of the importance Creative Katie West of freedom of expression and a Corner No cookies, no chocolate - it's need to "get art out there" and Can You Hear no Mike "art is Her ordinary binge as says, not con- Cry?

this time feast venient conformist." I'm your cravings on or sure Marrel Baptiste the delicacies of the will be of Fringe. stage a medley

The earth is can hear This Festival ofArts could bring melodies, harmonies and disso- crying, you her wail? anything at all nant chords that will leave the

Can hear her for in plainest terms it's edgy; in audience with inevitable smirks you yearn peace?

truth it's off-the-wall. and Her children are their blood's reactionary goose bumps. dying,

So lend On the her veins. us your eyes a moment, Tuesday night Silting through She feels their understands their give a little stare goosebumps were definitely pain,

at the festival that knows when the festival every- prevalent plea, Amy Mallett one's little flair. And their for got a opened with a series of phe- joins cry mercy. Damien Robitaille refuses to conform by playing his guitar. Rebel! nomenal acts. These included 33 "All The Fringe Festival, according the current battle of the bands trates "guerrilla theatre/' dance with a rendition of

Mike and is a She looks the to De Rose Marta champion Damien Robitalle, explains Mike. This includes we are saying give Fringe upon aggressors, her

festival of and volunteers random chance." So of the Krzyzanowski is a acoustic guitarist singer doing things step out oppressi jf$

lines and over the The also her own. arts and artists. These two stu- Travis McTeer, poetry from to random people including tap edge. For they are

dents make all well and fist all if do? In Mike's She wonders if it happen; Jacky Drouin, Sean Gobey, dancing staged fights promise you they truly compre-

in "twisted most of it at least, and they Frasier McDonald, Mike De the name of advertising. This words, you'll have ver- hend the fact,

hope the festival will offer Rose and Marta Krzyzanowski, tactic also illustrates how "art sions of reality" and a "smor- That their actions will bring about be of their artists an "arena to show what and the gifted directorial vision can spontaneous and mun- gasbord orgasm." death and hers.

do" in an of the likes of Mike De Rose dane," continues Mike, occur- filmmakers As their into her they unpolished way. Tonight poets, weapons plummet This duo the backbone of the and when and where least and musicians will be is Trevor Haldenby. ring you again depths,

this and Here! Go it. He also states that showcased at the and unravel skies. Fringe structure year "Hey! We're expect Turret, And her cosmic

are Yourself!!!" or theatre" is a "direct International will be tak- As'Ik, kill each other for they joined by poets, play- Fringe something "guerrilla Night the mere

wrights, singers and actors to to that effect. I actually have no attack" on students but the ing place in the Theatre pleasure,

bandits" Auditorium. the of the form the festival's heart. In talk- idea what the "fringe fringe voice is not an angry For rest And misconceived prestige of doing with Mike and the said who fact infectious week the Theatre Auditorium ing Marta (the ones surprised one; it is in an so.

Marta Where message they conveyed was a and Mike mid-interview and excited tonethat will hope- will be packed with plays as the the precious but stolen lives desire strong to provide stu- with a silly-string attack). The fully get students "involved and dramatic tradition of Laurier's c,« t ■ Amirs, Mohammeds, :

dents with a venue to three attackers left the excited about" student art. Festival continues. On Michaels and of world express 24-Hour Fringe Marias pur themselves freely and creative- Lounge patrons wondering Mike and Marta have worked Sunday the festival ends with Are reduced to the phrase "casualties

The festival maintains what the hell hard make this festival the with ly. a cen- was going on, so to Laurier Oscars, over of war."

sor-free status but also demands and left me their >v laughing nervously happen. As Marta mentioned "I 20 awards to be given out and And a people so indulged in

tastefulness in the aims of their and what dream the live and much more cre- wondering was going Fringe," two sponta- music tor personal gain | There is the Their attack illus- broke and be exhibited. performances. on. surprise neously into song ativity to Have become indifferent to tie suf-

fering of others. >**•

333 Singing for the life of Uganda She wonders why her fseople filled with

Immense potential arid knowledge,

1.7 mil- of cul- medical such and According to Barz an integral part Ugandan traditional-healers, Resort to feigned destruc-

and churches Chris Cachia lion Ugandan children have ture, women like Aida rightly doctors, mosques tive measures.

are now hear? been orphaned because of reason that if they seek to edu- working together in Why can't they

What would do if In much of the cate more to AIDS. he of child whose you everyone AIDS. country, through artistic Uganda fight I cry they young

around of AIDS? of four will be much As an world has you was dying one out every women means, people Ethnomusicologist, been torn apart,

This is the of in has the disease. But these listen. there were certain lines Barz plight many fig- more willing to Whose parents are gone.

while do tell of of the whose hus- Eastern Uganda, especially ures, accurate, not Barz attributed one Ugandan was initially skeptical cross- The c ry woman

will in his with the band, lover or will never women. On February 27, the whole story. Barz asserted woman as saying, "No one ing relationship son of F. Professor of that in Eastern listen unless our He didn't want to from the fallen towers Gregory Barz, many villages to us we bring Ugandans. return

Vanderbilt drums." take death. Ethnomusicology at Uganda are now totally com- on any particular political

related the situ- of because all of The of these views from his field- The who wonder University, dire prised women songs women stemming cry of a people

of vil- the have succumbed to touch a number of work. their leaders send their ation many Ugandan men on great why like Aida and test the lagers as part of WLU's Religion HIV. poignant issues: men and But people youngest, brightest to

and Music conference. the of the be about his life and his mind. fields of Though plight women should open changed of Barz's lecture, "Singing for Ugandan people is terribly des- their sexual relationships, cou- In the face of George W. Bush's slaughter, in the name patriotism.

Life: and there for should tested for recent withdrawal of to • The of who to Music, Religion, perate, is some hope ples get funding cry afmopfa fung truly

HIV/AIDS combat HIV/AIDS Intervention in the future. Aida Namulinda, a HIV/AIDS together and women in Uganda, advocate because of Uganda," stemmed from his singer and musician from should take their mothers with Barz has become an not targeted Their race/!

and fieldwork which studied the Uganda's Bute village, is one them when being tested. for the people. religion birthplace, j between AIDS and of in the Therefore if the results for He that church relationship are hopes : :: ray light Ugandan 3V womens' and the the will have will their Ugandan music night. worse women groups begin sending

dance. The to Aida console them. to women's When she asks, will it end? soft-spoken profes- According Barz, someone to money Ugandan for sor worked with over 100 often of the dance These he end their spoke "ways Even more pointedly, some groups. groups, tjuegf,

women's in back where is where church funds will c( groups Uganda women must fight against songs state exactly peo- says, power and world dominanc

their and AIDS." should for blood "the for the Will be Can recording music get- For many Ugandan ple go screen- get most bang it ever enough?

like buck." < satisfied? ting to know their world. women her, music and ings. "The AIDS disease came their ravings ever be

When Barz, WLU host Peter dance is their main to finish us friends, we need Because of the music of Still she that her weapon. ... hofKfs maybe people Erb mentioned that the of "Music is used of do HIV Eastern women's lyrics by many to testing," urges one Ugandan do care, and are

have these disseminate chant. contended that he md. a Louis Armstrong song groups to Ugandan groups, Barz beginning 1o see and under,! has hung on Barz's office wall for information," Barz said while In the past, Ugandan tradi- seen deathly ill villagers truth.

"You made the audio and visual tional-healers claimed that to dance with the And but many years: presenting they begin greatest perhaps they'll fry to change,

the flowers blow. You of the could womens' HIV/AIDS of and j river flow, examples Ugandan treat spirit vigour. she < an't ignore th< tact, and the and dance. medication that for those the be made the weak strong. womens' song In through a was Indeed, in that tins dream will not easy

Lord made the such illustration Aida to the healer's music is But you night one sang, applied penis country a bodily expe- to -achieve.

too in her mother "The dis- and then into rience that that, late, long." tongue: injected vaginally provides vitality. And by then it may be too

that the of has finished What shall the woman. Of course this And if It seems people ease us. only so, you were in

who have do to survive the disease?" contributed to the of the and around Eastern Uganda, we spread Uganda everyone listen...... Can you hear her cry?

weaker "Aida in horrific disease. Now tradition- was of the increasingly grown was, fact, singing you dying HIV/AIDS,

for "She al-healers do not claim that best for do would because of HIV/AIDS, are now life," Barz commented. they thing you to

and the be in danger of being swallowed wants to affect changes can actually treat disease, simply to sing. Music is the whole by the dark Ugandan social behaviour dearly." only one's spirit. Ugandan lifeblood.

Because and dance is such Thanks to like Aida's night. song groups