( n\( OKDIA ( Ol I I (.1 -., MOOKIM AD, MINNESOTA Tl-TP ONCORDIAN I ritlay, November I, 2002 Volume '13, Issue No. 8 Ex-VP Mondale is senate probable Preliminary polls Concordia reacts show Mondale to candidate switch
ahead of Coleman Brooke Swenson "Mondale is clearly Associated Press Minnesota Polls usually are Features Editor MINNEAPOLIS -- A new conducted over several nights. The replacement of former the most famous liv- poll showed Waller Mondale, This poll was based on 639 Vice President Walter Mondale ing Minnesota who will likely replace Paul interviews conducted on a sin- for the late Paul Wellstone as Wellsione as the Democratic gle night and therefore repre- the Democrat on the Minnesota politician." candidate for U.S. Senate, held sents a brief snapshot of public senate ballot promises to make a solid lead over Republican opinion at a time when the an already intense race even Peter Hovde challenger Norm Coleman. state's political world is reeling. more exciting, according to Professor of Political The poll also showed The DFL p;»rty is expected Concordia political junkies. Science Republican gubernatorial can- to nominate Mondale to suc- "Everyone was really unpre- didate Tim Pawlenty gaining ceed Wellstone on the ballot. pared for what happened," said brings other strong qualities to more support among Minnesota In the governor's race, most Renata Olafson, president of the race. voters, with Democrat Roger of the movement is erosion in Concordia College "He is an icon," he said. "He Moe holding steady support for Penny. The poll Republicans. has such a favorable impression Independence Party candidate showed him with support from Prepared or not, the need to and brings a massive amount of Tim Penny falling back. 19 percent of respondents, fill Wellstone's place on the bal- respectable public service for The death of Sen. Paul down from 27 percent two lot has brought Walter Mondale Minnesota." Wellstone apparently had little weeks ago. and his legacy from retirement. Mondale's previous experi- effect on Minnesotans' leanings Pawlenty had support from "He's clearly the most ence is vast. Before retiring, he in the U.S. Senate race, the 33 percent, up from 29 percent famous living Minnesota politi- served as vice president with Minnesota Poll for the Star two weeks ago, and Moe at 29 cian," said Peter Hovde, profes- Jimmy Carter, a Minnesota sen- Tribune of Minneapolis percent, where he was in the sor of political science. ator and ambassador to Japan in showed. previous poll. Sophomore Carson Starkey his extensive political career. Mondale leads Coleman 47 The poll findings indicate finds Mondale a fitting candi- When comparing Mondale to percent to 39 percent, the poll that Mondale may be the date to replace Wellstone. Wellstone, many find similar showed. That's close to where strongest candidate the DFL "I think Mondale is a fantas- traits. the race stood two weeks ago could nominate under the tic choice," he said. "They are distinctly different when Wellstone led Coleman extraordinary circumstances. Mondale's name recognition people except in terms of ideol- 47 to 41 percent. Ninety-eight percent of and legacy promise to make him ogy," he said. "Both have strong The 8-percentage-point gap Minnesotans recognize his a tough opponent for democratic ideology and have between Mondale and Coleman name, 66 percent say they have Republican candidate Norm made careers and believe in it is larger than the 3.9 percent a favorable image of him, com- Photo by Solveig Ncsse Coleman. profoundly." margin of sampling error. The pared with 15 percent unfavor- Democratic senate candidate Sen. Paul Wellstone debates at "Where else do you find Many hope that Mondale can poll interviewed 639 adults on able. Even among Republicans, Concordia. Republican candidate Norm Coleman and someone with that experience?" also complete Wellstone's lega- Monday, with those who said more respondents, 39 percent, Independent candidate Jim Moore were also present The debate, Hovde said. "The country is cy. they were likely to vote view him favorably than unfa- which was broadcast nationally, was held Oct. 15, only ten days better off because of the experi- "What's important now is assigned more weight in the vorably, 37 percent. before his untimely death in a plane crash Oct. 25. ence." sample. Starkey feels that Mondale E REACT ON PAGE 10 Concordia ready for accredidation review have been met. though that would be a great rarity. approximately $12 million in financial funds, Kelly Schottler Concordian Reporter Concordia is required to prepare an institu- In the last accreditation visit to Concordia according to Wohlfeil. These funds come in the tional self-study that includes a written report and nine years ago, accreditors were very impressed form of financial aid, grants and student loans. Concordia College has been busy preparing changes the college plans to make. Wohlfeil was with the college as an institution. The curriculum catalog and budgets, along with for the accreditation visit by the Higher Learning appointed by President Thomsen to serve as the 'The College has a well-defined mission, is retention of students and development are all Commission scheduled for November 2003. coordinator for the process. A steering committee clearly committed to it and able to articulate it to areas that are assessed by the accreditation Formerly known as the North Central Association made up of ten faculty and ^_^____». ^^_-«—_ the institution's sever- agency. of Colleges and Schools, HLC last accredited the administrators had also al constituencies," There are two kinds of accreditation: special- college in November 1993. been appointed to aid in "Concordia has a history according to the last ized and institutionalized. The specialized accred- "Concordia has a history of being a well-man- the process. of being a report issued by the itation refers to specific departments or programs aged institution," said Michael Wohlfeil, educa- Though Concordia's Commission on on campus wanting to compare their program tion professor and the appointed self-study coor- accreditation is going well-managed institution.' Institutions of Higher with national programs. Social work, nursing, dinator for the upcoming accreditation process. under review, there is no Education. The report education, chemistry and music are among the "We want to remain a growing and healthy insti- possibility of Concordia Michael Wohlfeil also addressed con- departments seeking specialized accreditation. tution." losing its accreditation, Professor of Education cerns it had of the col- This year, the nursing department is seeking Being an accredited institution enables course according to Wohlfeil. lege at the time, accreditation for a master-s program. credits to transfer more easily to and from other "It's just not going to happen because we are including, "enhanced progress toward diversity Institutionalized accreditation refers to the institutions. Students seeking further education in such a well-managed institution," he said. The throughout the institution, including curriculum, college being evaluated as a whole. While graduate programs benefit from receiving a worst thing that could happen, according to student body, faculty and staff." Benefits of an accreditation is voluntary, if a college wants to degree from an accredited institution, such as Wohlfeil, is that the college would be put on pro- accredited college include eligibility to qualify Concordia, • since the accredited college has bation, but still remain an accredited institution, for federal funds. This year, Concordia received + • SEE REVIEW ON PAGE 10 demonstrated that national standards of education C YD: escaping the norm of high school event is the band O.C. Supertones, a dents, although in recent years the part of the Lilly endowment. Juliet Ray Concordian Reporter nationally known Christian ska band. numbers have dropped off and stabi- "I hope that the scripture comes "We'd also like students The O.C. Supertones will be perform- lized at about 200. The committee alive for students in new ways that Church Youth Days will bring ing at 8 p.m. Saturday night. attributes this to the rise of competing inspire their weekend here on cam- to have a positive experi- about 200 area high school students to "In order to get students to campus events and more demands on high pus," said campus pastor Gretchen ence with the Concordia campus this weekend. to experience the weekend, we school students' time. They are trying Person. The theme of this year's event is thought of having the Supertones." to increase attendance this year by Saturday afternoon the students environment," "Escape the Norm—Transform!" The said Aubrey Gold, chair of the Church increasing the publicity for the event will have opportunities to attend focus theme is based on the Bible verse Youth Days committee. and making it more Christ-centered. group sessions, followed by small The Rev. Bruce Anderson Romans 12:2. The Church Youth The committee is planning for "We hope [the students] come group Bible studies focused on how to Church Youth Days advisor . Days committee chose this theme after about 200 students to attend. Years away from it with an encouragement escape the norm. Concordia students determining that one of the main ago the event attracted 500-1000 stu- to take faith with them as they enter will perform in a talent show Saturday Sunday during worship, at Sunday issues teens face is peer pressure, so college, and realize it is cool to be a night, followed by the Supertones night at East, and Monday in chapel. they hope that this theme will inspire Christian while in college," Gold said. concert. Sunday morning there will be "We hope [the students] "We'd also like students to have a students to take their Christian faith The weekend will start off with a worship led by Dennis Dewey, and the positive experience with the with them to college. realize it is cool rally featuring Flock, one of the bands weekend will be capped off with a Concordia environment," Anderson "We want them to take away a pos- slide show of activities from the week- to be a Christian from Sunday fcJight at East, and Bible said. He hopes that Concordia stu- itive sense of the theme and to have storyteller Dennis Dewey. end. dents are able to turn out for events, the strength to be Christian in a secu- while in college." Dewey is a Presbyterian minister Concordia students are invited to especially the Sunday worship. lar world," said the Rev. Bruce who has been a "minister of biblical attend the rally, Supertones concert "We hope that college students are Anderson, the Church Youth Days Aubrey Gold story" since 1992, according to his and worship. Students will also have able to attend and take part and enjoy advisor. Church Youth Days chair website dennisdewey.org. Dewey will the chance to hear Dennis Dewey being role models for the high school One of the highlights of this year's be here from Saturday to Monday as speak Saturday at 10 a.m. or 3 p.m.. students," said Gold. www.cord.edu/dept/concord NEWS www.cord.edu/dept/concord/news.htm November 1, 2002 Navajo code talker visits campus said. Information about the code talkers was kept a secret until the Heidi Erickson military declassified it in 1968. Last year President Bush awarded The Concordian The original 29 code talkers were assigned to develop a code for 200 military terms and the alphabet. The men designed the code by Congressional Medals to the surviving code talkers. Zonnie M. Gorman has a special connection to the Hollywood associating words from the list of terms to English words, and then Sharon Eagleman, new director of Native American recruiting film "Windtalkers." To her, the film is not just a story about World they translated those words into Dine, their own language. and programming at Concordia, was very excited about Gorman's War II—it tells the true story of the pivotal role her father played in 'The United States was their mother land, so they took the word lecture. 0 the war. "mother" and translated it," Gorman said. "It's exciting to step into something new and have an event Gorman, a Navajo code talker historian, spoke at Concordia's By the end of World War II, the list of terms had grown to 678 already planned," Eagleman said. She explained that the lecture Birkeland Lounge at 7 p.m. on Oct. 28. Gorman, the daughter of the in addition to the alphabet. was planned in collaboration with NDSU and MSUM for national late Dr. Carl Gorman a famous Navajo Code Talker, told the true Gorman's research revealed that throughout World War II, Native American Awareness month. story of the unbroken code used in World War II. around 400 Navajo men were recruited to serve as code talkers. Gorman's lecture called attention to the role the Navajo code Growing up, Gorman was surrounded by stories of the Navajo To qualify for this special program, one had to be bilingual, talkers played in World War II. Sam Charwood, a senior Native Code Talkers. Her father, one of the 29 original code talkers, Navajo and between the age of 18 and 29. American student and Tribes member at Concordia, thinks making sparked an interest in history for her at an early age. "My dad was 35 years old when he signed up, but he had his people aware of these historic events is important. "He started me on a journey to discovering this," Gorman said. birthday down and they didn't ask questions," Gorman said. The "It'll expose the role they played that people may not know," Discovering who the code talkers were was a gradual process average age of the Navajo Code Talkers was about 18. The reason Charwood said. for Gorman, who began serious research in 1989. that the average age was so young is because there were boys as Gorman was interviewed for the MGM movie Windtalkers, star- "It was a slow dawning realization to who these men were," young as 14 and 15 who lied about their ages in order to join the ring Nicolas Cage. Although Eagleman and Charwood thought the Gorman said. military. movie was more about Cage's character than the Navajo Code The code was created by a pilot group of 29 Navajo men in Throughout World War II, code talkers were often put in the Talkers, they were still grateful. "To me what was important was 1942. The men, recruited by the Marines, were assigned to devise front lines of the war. Gorman stated that out of 400 code talkers, that Hollywood had an interest," Eagleman said. Charwood was a code that Japanese cryptographers would not decipher. The 11 were killed in action, and two were killed from wounds, an pleased that Hollywood's portrayal of Native Americans has Japanese had a handle on United States code at the beginning of the amazing survival rate. war and they needed a code that was unbreakable. "These men were walking, talking, secret weapons," Gorman + SEE WINDTALKERS ON PAGE 4 "There was a grave concern about communication," Gorman said. Report poorly reflects Concordia Jens Larson matter is people talk about it." The Concordian Administrators stressed that Concordia meets the needs of Behind Carleton. Behind its student body even while Macalester. Behind Gustavus, acknowledging that the consis- St. Olaf and Luther. Concordia tently low classification may is once again behind them all blemish Concordia's regional when it comes to the nation's image. In addition, school offi- most perused ranking of col- cials highlighted Concordia's leges and universities. upward climb from the fourth U.S. News and World Report tier in the 2000 rankings. annually ranks more than 1,400 Schneider said that the limit- colleges and universities. ed scope of the survey's ques- Concordia has consistently fall- tions is subjective and noted en in the lower half of national- that Concordia has a strong ly ranked liberal arts schools, study abroad program, a high and this year is no exception. medical school acceptance rate Concordia is once again in the and strong student/faculty rela- third of four tiers in a field com- tionships. Unfortunately, U.S. prising 217 similar colleges. News does not take these fac- Of the six similarly ranked tors into consideration when private colleges in the region, ranking schools, Schneider Concordia is the lone college said. that falls outside of the nation's U.S. News uses seven key top 100 nationally ranked liber- criteria to determine the rank- al arts schools. Carleton is num- ings. The most heavily weight- ber five in the nation; ed are reputation, retention, fac- Macalester is number 27. ulty resources and selectivity. Gustavus, St. Olaf and Luther The remaining three criteria are Photo by Donna Lenius are all in the second tier. financial resources, alumni giv- Students from a variety of majors enjoyed a weekend outdoors at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, located on Lake Many students and adminis- ing and four-year graduation Superior near Finland, Minn. Participating students had opportunities to clinVb rock walls, hike the Lake Superior Trail, jour- trators question the ability of rate. Each school's composite ney across the challenging ropes course and canoe as if they were Voyageurs working fora fur trading company. The weekend the rankings to accurately score is created from the evalu- left more than sore muscles on students as their learning experiences extended outside of the classroom. reflect the type of education ations of upper-level college Concordia provides. administrators and data submit- Above: W. Scott Olsen, center, gives students facts about Lake Superior while students enjoy a fall morning outdoors. "People assume that it's ted by the colleges. meaningful, but it's not always The way in which scores and that way," said Kay Schneider, rankings influence prospective Concordia's director of assess- students is uncertain. The Cobber club opens Monday ment and institutional research. admissions office does not print "[U.S. News is] pulling out cer- the rankings in any of its publi- Kim Winnegge weights, racquetball, cardio and aerobics. been involved with racquetball in the past tain tidbits of information rather cations, and Director of Staff Writer The cardio equipment will include tread- and is a sports enthusiast...We are taking a than looking at the big, picture. Admissions Scott Ellingson. mills, bikes, stair steppers and elliptical whole different approach." The cost of You just kind of get a snapshot said that it is more likely to be a The Moorhead Racquetball and Fitness cross trainers," Iverson said. membership is to remain relatively cheap, of where we're at." parent or alumnus who has Center, more commonly known as the The All-American Club, as it was for- according to Iverson. Sabine O'Hara, Concordia's questions related to the U.S. Cobber Club, is reopening Monday. merly known, closed its doors last spring "Membership for Concordia College stu- vice president for academic News rankings. Ellingson also "Trie building has undergone a facelift. when its lease ran out. dents and staff will be the same as the pre- affairs and dean of the college, stated that peers and word of New carpeting, painting, resurfacing of the "Kurt Ross will be the owner and opera- vious two years; $30 per semester. A special was ambivalent about the rank- mouth are more influential than racquetball courts and a general refurbish- tor of the business; he will be leasing the $45 membership will be offered [this ings. the U.S. News rankings. ing has been accomplished," said Tom building from Concordia. The lease was semester] for the remainder of the school Iverson, director of campus security. "On the one hand I want to One student who was not negotiated with a provision to allow year," said Iverson, say, 'You know, just forget influenced by the rankings was There are newly finished racquetball Concordia students and staff to participate Ross wasn't willing to discuss member- about it...focus on what is best courts, new cardio fitness equipment and a at a reduced cost and still result in a signif- ship fees for non-students over the phone. for the students.'" full line of weight equipment available for icant income for the college," said Iverson. . SEE RATING ON PAGE I o exercising Cobbers. After a brief pause O'Hara Lyle Ross, a consultant for the club, said, + SEE COBBER CLUB ON PAGE 4 continued. "But the fact of the "It will be a full service club including "This is a totally new venture...Kurt has
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Thomas Thomsen Adviser Publisher located on the World Wide Web at NEWS 3 Exploration seminars expand opportunitie• A • s according to Peter Hovde, director of international education. classroom...become[s] applicable experience." Elizabeth Capouch "The subsidy represents the college's priority for international Hovde also places a lot of value in traveling experiences like the Staff Writer education," he said. Costs for international seminars will likely be Exploration Seminars. Add one relative location, nine days and up to twelve students, around $1,000, while domestic seminars will run about $500. "People find out that the world is a far more interesting place and wrap them all up into a single spring-break-sized package. Hovde also fell that the Exploration Seminars had a positive than they ever imagined," he said. He also cited exploring vocation, Now multiply that by seventeen. , affect on all involved, including faculty and both the students who self-discovery, character development and personal maturation as No, it's not MTV in Cancun. It's Concordia's Exploration attended and stayed behind. additional benefits. Seminar program. In the second year of this three-year pilot, "The results are beyond our expectations so far," he said. Hovde Students interested in going on an Exploration Seminar should Concordia has the potential to send roughly 200 Cobbers to various added that virtually all of the spots for last year's trips were filled, first register for the class in which it is embedded and then apply parts of the nation and world to participate in "nested" seminars. even though the seminars were barely advertised. for the desired trip. "I was drawn to the Exploration Seminar program because I Already this year, much publicity has been give to the upcom- Hovde emphasized that because each trip will be limited in size love how the experience is built into the center of the course," said ing seminars, including brochures and website development. The (tentatively 12 students each), demand for spots may be high. associate professor of English Dawn Duncan, who will be leading information has some students excited to register for courses con- Preference will be given to upperclassmcn on a first-come, first- a seminar to Dublin. taining Exploration Seminars. served basis. Students will not be allowed to submit an application Each of the seventeen seminars will travel midway through the "I am planning on going on an Exploration Seminar because 1 and deposit until they have completed the official registration semester, allowing for hands-on application and enrichment of don't have the time or money to go on a May Seminar," said soph- process with the registrar. course concepts. omore Kyle Gullings, who expressed interest in going to London With a smile, Hovde recommended walking directly from the 'it gave me clearer insight into the material we were studying," and Stratford-upon-Avon to learn more about Shakespeare. registrar's to the international education office to ensure a place on said sophomore Obadiah Ballinger, who traveled on a religion "There's no better way to experience Shakespeare than seeing it." a trip. department seminar to Paris last year. "It put what we were study- Duncan agrees that the students who attend are entirely "There's a general enthusiasm for study abroad right now," he ing into a more tangible context." immersed in the subject matter. said. Last year, Concordia subsidized six Exploration Seminars. The "The students arc interested in the culture, not just a glorified seminars are funded in part by the college to keep the price low. vacation," she said. "What is theoretical in -the Sheila Wellstone speaks Election Day approaching vote via absentee ballots, if they are away from Elizabeth Capouch their home precinct. Absentee ballots must be at Concordia on Oct. 10 Staff Writer requested early and returned by a date specific to the precinct, usually sometime on Election Day. United Slates citizens across the nation will If students want to use their college addresses head to the polls Tuesday to elect our future lead- as their voting addresses, they may vote at the ers. For college students, though, exercising this polling place specific to the location of their res- before fatal plane crash Constitutional right may be difficult. Knowing idence, not of their college. Wellstone arrived late to the lecture, as which method to use to cast ballots and where to "One very important thing to keep in mind is do this can become confusing. Brooke Swenson her flight was delayed, so the crowd was pre- that students can not vote in Moorhead if they do Features Editor sented with more information concerning the College students are in a unique situation not reside here." said Buchholz. because many have more than one residence. Concordia students who reside on campus and The story has been the headlines all week. subject, which displayed its sheer size and magnitude. Approximately fifty thousand This gives them multiple options for how to cast wish to vote in Moorhead need to vote in one of Senator Paul Wellstone, his wife Sheila, their their vote. women are trafficked into the to United two places. Students living in the Bogstad apart- daughter and staff members died in a plane "The state of Minnesota affords students the States each year from Southeast Asia, Latin ments should vote in Ward 2. Precinct 1 at Trinity crash Oct. 25 near Eveleth, Minn. opportunity to declare their residence for voting While many may be more familiar with America and Central and Eastern Europe. Lutheran Church, 210 7th St. So. Wellstone soon arrived and gave her emo- purposes," said Kaye Buchholz, City Clerk of All other students living on campus, including the senator's record, Sheila was an activist in Moorhead. "It can be either their home address or her own right, illustrated by her recent visit tional account of her involvement with the the Boe-Olsen apartments and International topic. She explained that trafficking is cur- their current address while attending school." Center, should vote in Ward 3, Precinct 2 at the to Concordia on Oct. 10. It is up to the student to decide where to vote. Wellstone came to campus to increase rently the third-largest source of income for Concordia ficldhouse. organized crime, following drugs and guns, If students want to declare their home addresses awareness about a topic not usually in as their voting addresses, they may vote cither in and is only on the rise. O SEE VOTING ON PAGE 5 national headlines. She presented a lecture person at their precinct on election day or may entitled"Confronting Contemporary Slavery: "It will soon become number one," she The International Trafficking of Women and said. Girls." Wellstone first became involved after Wellstone's own position made the topic hearing a report on national public radio significant. about a Ukrainian woman who had escaped "I find it a very emotional issue as a her captors. She then decided to further women, as a mother and as a grandmother," investigate the topic. she said. "We started hearing from so many people The issue was that of trafficking women about how this was a problem around the from various foreign countries into the world," Wellstone said. United States for work as domestic servants Wellstone related how women become or in brothels. Wellstone worked with her involved in the problem: as she called it, it is husband to create the Trafficking Victims often "women's last resort." Protection Act of 2000. The bill aims to pre- Promised jobs and strong wages, these FMSTJL1E vent trafficking, to strengthen the prosecu- women feel they can help their families. tion of those responsible for trafficking and "They are lured because they are in such to provide protection to those subjected to cycles of poverty, and they are so vulnera- trafficking. ble," Wellstone said. An Experienced Leader "We are working very hard to put an end Once drawn into servitude, these women do not find their promised dreams. to this practice," she said. Morrie has been a proven leader for The fact remains that the Wellstones' work "They are being terribly exploited," she was cut short by last Friday's events. said, "through every kind of violence that higher education, and for Moorhead, . Sheila Wellstone was born Aug. 18, 1944, you can imagine." Clav County, and Greater Minnesota. in Washington D.C. She met Paul when she Wellstone then told several individual was 16, and they remained close. Marrying women's stories that she heard while investi- • Morrie will work to restore the Work-Study gating the problem. These women went on to in 1963, the couple spent many years in and Child Care funding that was cut. Northfield, Minn., where Paul worked as a testify in front of the Senate. professor at Carleton College. Sheila spent "I am here to honor them," she said. * Morrie will be a strong advocate for "When they know that people care about her time raising their three children and increased financial aid so as to assure working eleven years in the Northfield pub- their lives, it is one more step in their heal- lic library. ing." access to higher education. These stories helped Wellstone realize After Paul became a senator, Sheila • Morrie will support efforts to meet the needs became more politically active, as well. legislation was necessary. Focusing on domestic violence and violence While they lobbied and passed the 2000 of the state's most vulnerable citizens while against women, she served on many political bill, Wellstone felt that more needs to be protecting welfare reform that calls for done. committees, including the Violence Against individual responsibility. Women Advisory Council in 1995. She came "We owe it to young girls to make a stand to Concordia to increase awareness about her about this horrendous practice," Wellstone 1 Morrie will be a strong advocate for , current project. concluded. "Women are being drugged, beat- environmental protection and alternative sources of energy "I'm amazed that still it's a topic that so en and treated like animals." many people are not aware of," she said. The event was sponsored by Delta Kappa 3826.3826. Gamma, AAUW of Moorhead and Fargo, 3826.3826. Women's Network of the Red River Valley 3826.3826. Student Affairs Committee and the Concordia Women's Studies depart- ment. Attended by students, professors and 3826.3826. members of the community, the event sought 3826.3826. to increase awareness, for as Wellstone 3826.3826. accpting applications for explained, "The more people know, the more people can help." 3826.3826. 3826.3826. Candidates Should: • possess good communication skills Johnson • possess an interest in and appreciation for creative expression Barn • be able to select, train and mentor Dances a staff Application deadline extended to November % 2002. Avalanchme Nov.l Application materials are available in the www.fohMonabara.coqi Student Affairs Office 2 miles North of Arthur, ND -hwy 18 Admission 9-p.m -1 a.m. • (701) 967 - 8912 $ 7.00 4 NEWS
Administration Headquarters •COBBER CLUB VOTING FRO M P A V, V. 3 NDTALKERS (N.A.S.A.) in Washington D.C. She 0 M Students who live oft'campus in Moorhead can consult FROM PAGE 2 also appeared on two History Channel presentations and was consulted dur- a Ward/Precinct map at www.eiiyofmoorhead.com to find changed. ing the making of the MGM movie "Let's just say it will be very competitive,"' Ross said. their polling sites. Maps will also be strategically placed '"Older movies used to be just cow- "Windlalkers." There arc also a few classes that Concordia is currently offer- around campus, according to Student Association boys and Indians; this is an actual his- Gorman's visit included a trip to ing at the club. Political Affairs Commissioner Liz Connor. torical movie," Charwood said. the Circle of Nations school in "Concordia will continue to offer its aerobics class...At this Those who wish to vote in person and are not yet reg- Gorman has presented several lec- Wahpeton, Minn., a stop at the Clay point, [as a club] we will be having aerobics, but we are wait- istered may do so on Hlcelion Day. They must provide tures throughout the country includ- County Juvenile Detention Center in ing until we can hire professional people," said Ross. There proof of residence in accordance with state law. For stu- ing the Museum of the American Moorhead and dinner with Concordia will also be a racquetball class, according to Ross. "Five of the dents, appropriate proof of residence can include a valid Indian in New York and the National Native American students before her six racquetball courts have been cleaned; the building needed student ID and either a fee statement with current address Aeronautics and Space a lot of attention." or utility bill. A student ID alone may be sufficient if the lecture. One major change at the club is the lack of tanning beds. student is on a housing list on file at the polling place. "Initially, there won't be tanning. The tanning equipment For more information on voting procedures, students Spend some quality time with your was not up to standard. We have removed them." Ross said. can contact their local office of elections or auditor's word processing program. "If there is enough desire in the future, we will put them back office. Write for The Concordian. Call 3826. in.'" Iverson feels that the addition of the Cobber Club to current exercise options is needed. "With the opening of the club, we now have a complete The Student Affairs Committee package of recreation and fitness areas to offer students," said Iverson. "The Olson Forum, with the addition of the exercise balcony completed this summer, is one of the premier sports Is accepting applications and fitness centers in the Midwest. We have a terrific recre- ational swimming complex and now have access to Moorhead- Fargo's newest health and fitness club." for the position of "A lot of people in Moorhead wanted a club on this side of the river. Everyone feels positive about it. It's been an exciting venture," Ross said. The Cobber Club will be open Monday through Friday from Cobber business manager 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. On Saturday, it will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Cobber Club will also be open on Sundays from noon to 8 p.m. be familiar with general accounting practices You're looking to get noticed, make con- be able to develop a budget and track its progress nections... in short, you're looking for possess good communication and team work skills your place here. No pretnous yearbook experience is required Call 3826. The Concordian has a place for you. Application deadline extended to Thursday, November 7, ZOOZ. Application materials are available in the Student Affairs Office* CAt/i TH£ COMrtTtTtVt tDGEt Therapeutic Sports Massage with Shelle M. Moran, L.M.T Therapeutic Massage Is A Must For Serious Competitors! MA Increase Your Performance, Relax Muscle Spasm and Strain, Reduce Injury and Speed Up PaiienL respectful, hard working Recovery and Rehabilitation! A proven loader Willing to listen and be decisive -^ BLOCKS FROM CAMPUS Absolute Syncw 212 tith St S. Mtmrhcmi. MS 5<>$6(* Practical, common sense Call For Appointment: 1-877-411-3394 in the 7th Judicial Disirict since • R A. F.xcnnc Science • A.VfTA MFURF.R 2002 Hxemplary Jtuhte Auard of MX Distiici Judges Association Concordt-i College 01 / Served us President of the MDJA 2imo-2O(M •\ccuti\c Committee ot'MN District Juries Association: WX-prcsau •lcclal lo MI>M MiKinhif Directors Kv juducs of 7th Judicial Dislricl: I1W indorsed b> Minncsiiui Women L;iu>crs 2fK)2 Auard for<)utsiandinv:(.'on1rihuti
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To discover even more about a career like no other or to apply online, visit www/thrivent.com/careers oono».o:m6. * Students! Be sure to arrange transportation to attend the Nov 4th Info Sessions at Concordia's college campus. Info Sessions - Concordla College Campus • November 4,2002 • Bishop Whipple, Room #44 5:30 - 6:30pm - Intern Opportunities 7:00 - 8:00pm - Career Opportunities FEATURES Page 7 www.cord.edu/dept/concord/features.htm November 1, 2002 Concordia's Lambda Delta Sigma Thriving in their motto: "Enter to learn, depart to serve" Delta Sigma. Crystal Ranee The Concordian "Rush week is not only an entrance to the society, but it\s ajso a Among Concordia*s numerous extracurricular activities and time to meet new girls and for sisterhood bonding," said Katy clubs lies the society Lambda Delta Sigma. Sisters of this society Stevens, co-captain of pledging. form lifetime friendships, find the opportunity to volunteer and meet people from various walks of life. Future goals for LDS include finding a spot on campus to hang the society's purchased composites listing all members, to con- Lambda Delta Sigma, or LDS, was established in 1919 by a struct a new constitution to replace the previous outdated one and group of nineteen freshmen girls as a women's literary society. also to become more recognized on campus and in the "Enter to learn, depart to serve" was voted to be their motto. This Fargo/Moorhead area. motto is still very important to LDS as each meeting concludes with the sisterhood declaring it before departure. With the American Beauty rose as their flower and red and white as their colors. Lambda Delta Sigma has kept these symbols to remain con- stant with tradition. "LDS is a great way to get out of the Concordia bubble and meet people from At the time that LDS was founded, the Concordia College cam- pus was swarming with the buzz of numerous societies. In the MSU and NDSU. We're not like sororities 1920s there was a total of eight societies consisting of 255 mem- that you hear about. We're just a bunch of bers. This made up about 56 percent of the total number of students enrolled at the time. The number of sister-brother societies grew to friendly, outgoing girls who love to have twelve in 1956. However, the number went down to only six soci- Submitted photo eties in 1976. Today, LDS, with 33 active members, is the only Kara Dahl, Becky DuBord, Sarah Burkhardt, Melissa Johnson fun." remaining society on the grounds of Concordia College. Many and Lisa-Marie Salonek pose among NDSU fraternity mem- Nicole Anderson other societies lost their positions to hazing and alcohol violations. bers at their Bounce-A-Thon, which raised charity funds. LDS has strived to retain high integrity by remaining a alcohol-free huge contribution with 200 pounds last year. LDS Philanthropy Co-chair society. The society also plans social and miscellaneous fun activities such as sledding, scavenger hunts and an 80s prom. Every year at Homecoming they hold an Alumni Tea where former LDS sisters gather to page through scrapbooks and share memories. Alumni find that many of the activities in which they were first involved have become traditions. This year was the first year for LDS to have a Ladies' Man. "All the fraternities have a girl that they choose to hang out at their house all the time, so we wanted to do something for us girls," "Rush week for LDS is not only an entrance to the society, but it's also a time to meet new girls and for sisterhood bonding." Katy Stevens LDS Pledge Captain said Lisa-Marie SaJonek, co-president of the organization. "We Submitted photo interviewed three guys from other fraternities and we finally decid- Lisa-Marie Salonek, Sarah Burkhardt, and Becky DuBord Megan Zayic, Lisa-Marie Salonek and Nicole Anderson ed on our Ladies' Man." work with an NDSU fraternity member to encourage others to proudly display their pop-tab collection. join in their community service. The lucky guy this year is Brian LaPlant from Sigma Chi of Lead this year by seniors Ericka Jessen and Lisa-Marie Salonek, NDSU. "LDS is a great way to get out of the Concordia bubble and meet LDS is very active in the community with numerous philanthropy people from MSU and NDSU. We're not like sororities that you activities. This disputes one of the common misconceptions of "He's a really good-humored guy, and we have a lot of fun with hear about. We're just a bunch of friendly, outgoing girls who love societies, that they are mainly formed for social purposes. Every him," Salonek said. to have fun. So feel free to ask questions and check us out," said HaJloween, they dress in costumes and go trick-or-canning to col- Nicole Anderson, philanthropy co-chair. lect canned foods for the local food shelter. The Shriners Hospital Pledge week will be taking place Nov. 4-8 this fall. Five pledge benefited from a Bounce-A-Thon where the society collected captains were elected to lead and organize the week of many pledg- donations to trampoline jump for 72 hours straight. ing activity traditions. LDS will accept 45 new members this year. I H |C I I * ltl4 314 Broadway' 225.4152 * www.fargolhrjtrr.ora This is the first time that LDS has put a cap on pledges; the club Every year they participate in the Relay for Life and gather My Big Fat was getting too large and experiencing difficulties in organization Mostly MarthatrC} food and toiletry items for the YWCA Shelter. They team up with of activities and meetings. Membership criteria has also been cre- Directed by Sandra Ncttdbcck Greek Weddings fraternities from North Dakota State University to organize Derby ated to help limited pledge numbers. Qualifications to pledge "... comfort food for the mind." "Heartfelt and Hilarious" Days for Children's Miracle Network. - D«ph*w Confcm. Toronto Star — Pelrr Travtn, Rolling Stout include a GPA of at least 2.75, full-time Concordia College student Weeknights at 7:00 p.m. Weeknights at 5:00 & 9:00 p.m. status and mandatory attendance during all rush and pledge week Sat. &. Sun. at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Sat It. Sun. at 12.-00,4:30 4c 9:00 p.m. A recent tradition has been a pop-tab drive in which LDS com- activities. Showtimrt fpod frpm Friday. November lit through 7httrnUyt November 7tk. petes with another fraternity frorn NDSU to collect the most pop The High Ptml** fUmder ftre*ent* The Fargo Theatre Midnight Mavir tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Last year LDS won and Rush week for LDS is currently underway. It started Monday, The Usual Suspectsm Theta Chi had to cook dinner for all the girls. Tbeir long-term goal and runs through Saturday. Rush week is an introduction to the DirKtri *y Pryt* Simgrr mi ttmrttwg Km* 5|wry, Hrmki* Del TM», G+tirt fly™- mi Clai Pmb-imtrri in this drive is to collect 1,000 pounds of pop tabs; they made a society as pledges are invited to come to the activities for Lambda This Friday and Saturday at 12:00 Midnight What? Your friends don t read the Concordian? Why don t you write for the Concordian and give them an excuse to read the paper? Call 3826. Re-elecKe-elect our Senator Keith j jt Liangseth now through November 13 a new store Concordia Students and Faculty: a new season • Senator Langseth supports the Student grant and loan program. a new look * Senator Langseth has been a menber of the C-400 Club. a new way to save * Several family members have attended Concordia, including a grandson who is now a senior. • looking forward to serving you in the future. Sincerely, HAUBI C E 8 flMonCMLttlit Today's best fashion for women. Keith Langseth State Senator west commons in west fargo Proven Leadership for Greater Minnesota . Also located in Moort&ad and Wahpeton. Prepared and Paid for by the Langseth Volunteer Committee, Joy Green, Treasurer PageS www.cord.edu/dept/concord/ae.htm November 1, 2002 a.2rou.ncL "The Super tones are coming! The Supertones are coming!" Don't miss Regional The band's following has grown, and various events including small interest Artists in Concert. 1\ine in on Darcy Bergeron The Concordian "They expand Christian music and fans nationwide have embraced the sessions and a talent showcase and cul- Nov. 7 to Minnesota Public send an excellent message," said Ryan music that breaks the "Christian" mold. minates with the Supertones concert. Radio station KCCM O.C. Supertones and Ace Orcutt, a Concordia sophomore. "Their 91.1 ,when two concertos Troubleshooter will perform at the music isn't puppy dogs and candy "We wanted to perform in order to Ace Troubleshooter will open for the composed by Russell Church Youth Days concert beginning canes...you can jump to it and have a spread the gospel and preach Jesus to Supertones. The Twin Cities-based Peterson will broadcast at 7 at 8 p.m. Saturday in Memorial good time." group is currently touring to promote p.m. The Concerto for Alto Auditorium. [The O.C. Supertones'] their latest album, 'The Madness of the Sax and Orchestra was record- The Supertones' latest album, '*Hi-Fi Crowds," which was released in 2002. ed in February 2002, and the The Supertones, a Christian ska band Revival," was released Oct. 22. Tony music isn't puppy dogs The Foo Fighter-like band is fairly Concerto for Timpani and from Orange County, Calif., arc the Tcrusa (bass), Matt Morginsky (vocals), and candy canes... you unknown but has played with Christian Orchestra was recorded in main event. The concert is collaboration Etthan Luck (guitar), Dan Spencer rock bands Reliant K and Five Iron April 2002. Also included in between Campus Entertainment and (trombone) and Darren Mettler (trum- can jump to it and have a Frenzy as well as playing the annual this program is a performance Campus Ministry. Church Youth Days, pet) have opened for Audio Adrenaline good time." Sonshine Music Festival in Willmar, by Nancy Allen, the principal put on by Campus Ministry, is an event and have also played the popular Minn. harpist for the New York that brings youth from all over North Minnesota Sonshine Music Festival. Ryan Orcutt Philharmonic. Her perform- and South Dakota and Minnesota to The concert is free for Concordia stu- Sophomore ance of Ginastera's Harp Concordia. After deliberating over The guys don't just play together. dents.but tickets are needed. Tickets are Concerto was recorded in Christian bands like MXPX and Skillet, "We all have known each other growing available with ID in the CEC office January 2002. the Church Youth Days Committee and up as friends or from church," Terusa our community," Tcrusa said. above the post office in Knutson. The CEC agreed upon the Supertones. said. concert is open to the public; tickets are Secure tickets in advance Church Youth Days revolves around $12 and available through Ticketmaster. for the musical comedy Pippin with music by Stephen Schwartz. Schwartz has also done musical scores for 'One by One' sounds like classic Foo "Godspell," 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame," and Foo Fighters new release rides on its own merit and renovated interest in Nirvana "Anastasia." Ticket sales for "Pippin" began on Monday. Brandon Knettel resemblance to some of the best music videos of the year. popular, "All My Life" is not One by One seems to have The musical runs for two The Concordian band's previous hits. The song Anyone close to a radio can the only gem that can be found hit the shelves at just the right weekends, Nov. 7-10 and 15- begins with a thumping guitar expect to hear this song plenty on this album. The energetic time, just as a newfound inter- 17. It may be the same old intro that draws immediate "Have it All" and 'Times Like est in Nirvana struck the music The shows Thursday- recipe, but it still tastes just as parallels with 1999's "My These" are the two that seem world. Some of Nirvana's pre- Saturday begin at 8 p.m., and good. That's right, the rock Hero," which gained fame as "'One by One' to stand out most. While viously unreleased songs final- the Sunday shows begin at group Foo Fighters, under the the anthem for the movie "Have it All" is another throw- ly hit the market this year and leadership of lead vocalist seems to have hit 2:30 p.m. More information is Varsity Blues. Grohl's angry back to the band's older became instant hits, giving Dave Grohl, has done it again. available by calling (218) lyrical bursts in "All My Life," albums, its strong lyrics have a Grohl and his new band some The band's new release, which the shelves at just 299-3314. All shows take also hint at inspiration from way of reaching out to the lis- much welcomed publicity. hit the shelves Saturday, may 2000 hit "Breakout." tener. "Times Like These" is a This, along with the wave of place in the Frances Frazier the right time, just be their best yet. With a unique The question to be asked more unique piece that is actu- momentum generated by the Comstock Theatre. Concordia blend of hard-hitting riffs, op- here is whether the unoriginal- as a newfound ally more comparable to success of "All My Life" students can get free tickets punk enthusiasm and heartfelt ity of "All My Life" weakens interest in Nirvana Grohl's old band, Nirvana, should push this album up the through the box office. The lyrics, "One by One" is sure to its appeal or merely makes it than anything else. It seems to charts in the coming weeks. general admission price is $5, entertain. an inevitable addition to the struck the music mix one part grunge, one part I strongly recommend giv- senior citizens and non- However, this new LP does Foo Fighters' ever-growing punk and one part that is ing the Foo Fighters and their Concordia student price is $4 sound startlingly familiar. list of instant winners. The world." uniquely Dave Grohl. This new CD a look. It may be the and matinee tickets are $3. Many of the songs, particular- song's popularity has also track, though certainly not same old sound, but this music ly the album's first hit single, been boosted by what has been of times in the coming months. mainstream, packs a punch definitely still hits the spot. "All My Life," bear a striking universally deemed one of the Though it may be the most rarely seen in music today. Music building empties the math Is simple at... out as the tour bus Mils up own Russell Peterson (who joins the orchestra on Erik Wohlrabe <§> Gate City Bank this tour), and Symphony No. 5 in E Minor by The Concordian Tchaikovsky. The Concordia College Orchestra, under the Russell Peterson will be featured on alto saxo- direction of Bruce Houglum, boarded the bus on phone during the performance of his concerto, Totally FREE Checking Tuesday for their annual fall tour, and their travel which hasn't been performed since its premiere itinerary looked a little peculiar. several years ago. In addition to the saxophone, an The group headed south to Watertown, S.D. on instrument uncommon to the orchestra, the group + Generations Gold® Savings Club Tuesday, then northwest to Bismarck, N.D. on is bringing along more percussionists than usual. A Wednesday, They returned to the Fargo-Moorhead total of 84 people are traveling with the group. area on Thursday and will head into central The tour is "a shorter one than usual for the Minnesota for the weekend, culminating in the orchestra, due to their participation in the New cheaper pizza and cheaper ice cream orchestra's home concert at Memorial Auditorium York tour in February with the Concordia Concert on Sunday. Other Minnesotan cities the group will Choir. and a FREE gift tool visit include Fergus Falls, Mahtomedi and "We haven't played in this area in a while," Hutchinson. says Sara KJeinsasser, assistant manager of music interested? call, go on-line, or stop by any Gate City Bank office Though the group's traveling may seem hap- organizations. "Our hosts are thrilled. We've had hazard, it is not reflective in the music they will be great reception from alumni, prospective students playing. The orchestra will perform a concert of and parents." South Moorhead <•) Gate City Bank Downtown Moorhead approximately 100 minutes, featuring the overture The Concordia College Orchestra's home con- 2929 20th St. S. Make it happen." 305 8th St. S. cert is Sunday at 4 p.m. Admission is free for all 298-2854 298-2802 of 'The Marriage of Figaro" by Mozart, Concerto www.gatecitybank.com for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra by Concordia's who attend. • Acoustic Buzz is loud Minnesota faces a budget deficit. Some say the state's support for received a lot of positive feed- Mitchell Marr education must be on the table in the budget discussions. The Concordian back from students and hopes the program will continue for A college professor for 29 years, Larry Anderson knows and years to come. The next event A new voice is emerging understands students' financial needs. from Concordia's music scene will be held in the Park Region in the form of Acoustic Buzz. lounge at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 7. The new monthly concert To promote a more comfort- Larry Anderson pledges not to cut support for education. Ha will series gives students a chance to able atmosphere, students are not balance the budget on the backs of students. perform acoustic-style sets in a encouraged to bring their own more intimate atmosphere than blankets and pillows for the free events like Cabaret or Frosh show. Scheduled to perform are Larry Anderson is the State Representative candidate recommended Frolics. freshman Jeff Krause and senior for election bv Education Minnesota. The two-hour shows feature Ike Morsch, the lead singer of three to five performers and give local band Davis? Further students a chance to play both details will be posted in the VOTE Larry Anderson, November 5 covers and original songs. Knutson. CEC sponsors the series, If you are interested in per- which is held at different loca- forming for or getting involved 9 A-a new voice for a new district tions around campus from in Acoustic Buzz, you can send month to month. an e-mail to acousticbuzz@hot- Shows have already taken mail.com or contact any mem- T place in both the Tabernacle and ber of CEC. Frida Nilsen Lounge. CEC has Prepared and paid by Larry Anderson for MN 9A House, P.O Box 853, Moorhead, MN 56561-0853 SPORTS November 1, 2002 www.cord.edu/dept/concord/sports.htin Page 9 Cobber Kicker chooses football over soccer sP°rts Stats Cory Hepola yard - a Fargo product. He is very 30 on extra points and has hit four of seven Calendar The Concordian dedicated, works hard and kicks as field goal attempts. Halvcrson's leg has also Football 5-3 many balls as he can to improve." helped to calm Horan's nerves on the side- Who knew that soccer Halvcrson didn't catch just lines. Friday: Top Players: players could play football? Horan's eyes. Concordia's soccer "Our kicking game a year ago was not Brian Halverson Brian Halverson found out Swimming hosts St. Ben's head coach Jim Cella was also very good," Horan said. "We want to be 100 / Jeremy Hinderks just in time. (Parents Meet) 5 p.m. recruiting Halverson, but to play percent from 40 yards and in on field goals Robert Clark Halverson, Concordia's soccer for the Cobbers. Soccer ver- and I feel pretty comfortable. Brian keeps Derek Fischer freshman kicker, played soc- M-Hockey @ Bethel College sus football; it was a tough deci- improving - it's refreshing not to have to get cer for 12 years. In the fall of 7 p.m. Brian Westby sion. He wanted to play both, but six evcrytimc." 2001, Halverson was busy since soccer and football rival each Halvcrson is confident in his abilities as a preparing for his senior sea- kicker. "We need to get to the 30-yard line Saturday: Men's Soccer son at Fargo North High other in the fall, Halvcrson knew Football @ St. Olaf College 3-11-1 School when his friends told he was going to have to make a and it's an easy three points," Halverson said. him that the Spartan football team needed a choice. He had always played soc- "Then the points after - they will always be 1p.m. Top Scorers: cer, but football was new, exciting, and chal- there. I plan on making them - it's impor- Jerry Nathan, 9 pts kicker. After days of pressure from his friends and the North coaching staff, Halvcrson lenging. tant." M-Soccer @ St. Thomas 1 pm J. VanValkenburg, 8 pts decided that soccer would remain his top pri- When Halverson arrived at Concordia this For Concordia, this soccer player turned Nicholas Peterson, 7 pts ority, but that he would give football a try. fall he made his decision. He wanted the pads into a football player at just the right time. W-Soccer hosts St. Thomas and helmet. "I had never even thought about playing 1p.m. In his Women's Soccer football," ' first season Halverson Swimming @ Macalester 1-3-0 wearing the said. "But I "I had never even 1 p.m. Cobber Top Scorers: kicked the thought about maroon and Kendra Lee, 14 pts rest of the M-Hockey @ Bethel College gold, Anne Cullcn, 8 pts year." playing football, 2 p.m. Halverson Meghan Hanson, 5 pts And but I kicked the has been Halverson MenVCC @ MIAC more than kicked well. rest of the year." solid. He Championships @ Como Park In his first has helped - St. Paul, MN TBA Men's Cross season in Brian Halverson pads and a Kicker turn around Country a Women's-CC @ MIAC helmet he Top Runners: Concordia Championships @ Como Park went 23 for 26 on extra point attempts and Nicholas Myran kicking - St. Paul, MN 2:00/3:00 connected on six of eight field goals. In fact, Kirk Nelson unit that he did so well that he caught the eye of struggled Brian Stotts Concordia's football head coach, Terry Tuesday: last season. Horan. Men's Hockey hosts UM- On the year photo by Shyla Wilson "Kicking was a priority in our off season he is 25 for Halverson practices kicking field goals during Tuesday's cold practice. Crookston 7 p.m. Women's Cross recruiting," Horan said, "Brian is in our back- Country Top Runners: Women's basketball is ready to play Elizabeth Sorenson league in shooting percentage (.625). Other key returners are post positions. Natalie Hanson Lindsay Czarnecki Katie Martin juniors Debbie Slack and Trisha Steinbom, and sophomore The team believes that their defense will be a very impor- The Concordian Jamie Visness. But the Cobbers will miss All-Conference tant key to their success this season. The Concordia women's basketball team is preparing player Mandy Berggren who graduated last spring. "I think we're gonna be swarming on defense because Volleyball for their upcoming season with a new head coach and a core Stepping in to assist Concordia this year arc many new- we're so fast we can use our quickness," Bostow said. of returning players. comers. Jamie Stcnsgard joins the "The defensive intensity is really gonna have to Top Players: After serving as assistant coach for the past two years, Cobbers after transferring from step it up," said Pearson, who averaged 3.5 steals Amy Fitzner Troy Odegaard, steps up this year as the Cobbers' head North Dakota State University. "Their effort is per game last year. Jackelyn Barten coach. Last year's coach, Sara Cepek, resigned at the end of Odegaard is also relying on many So far Odegaard is impressed with the team of the first year players to step in unbelievable. They Jessica Walden the last academic year. Despite having a new coach, the team that has been passed on to him. is adjusting well. now and in the future. just seem to have a 'Their effort is unbelievable," he said. 'They "He was part of the system last year and there's so "The freshmen arc very talent- just seem to have a lot more confidence in them- many returners," stated All-Conference senior Kascy ed, they're very knowledgeable lot more confidence selves." Bostow. "It's making (the transition] pretty smooth." about basketball, and now they're in themselves." He stated that the Cobbers are "talented, pas- Sports Odegaard believes that the players are the ones who are trying to adjust to the strength, sionate, competitive, and self-sacrificing." In The Nation making the difference. speed, and quickness of college Troy Odegaard The Cobbers are ready to face this year's sea- basketball," he said. son with force and determination. "It's nice to have a veteran group of experienced soph- Women's Basketball Head mores, juniors, and seniors," Odegaard said. "It's made that Odegaard stated that his top "The season is a process of growing and devel- Coach Hockey transition very easy. first year players are Karic oping as a group," Odegaard said. "So that when The key veteran group that the head coach is speaking Visness, Brcannc Gottenborg, Tori you get to the conference tournament, the NCAA The Minnesota Wild are of consists of many players. Ehlert, and Rebecca Ruthenbeck. Visness joins her sister tournament, you're ready to play basketball. now offering "Rush" tick- Sophomore Mandy Pearson, an All-First Year and All- Jamie as a Cobber after bringing home the Minnesota Sate The Cobbers will tip off their season on Nov. 22 as they ets only available to stu- Defensive team selection returns after leading the nation in Championship during her senior year at Kittson Central. And travel to Ohio to compete in the Capital Tournament. dents. • -y<$ V **&& •' •*•>: assists. Bostow returns for her senior season after leading the both Ehlert and Ruthenbeck look to bring strength into the Students age 25-and-under with a valid school FD can purchase any remaining Swim team shows depth in numbers and skill lower level tickets begin- bad day, there's someone else there working good divers," said Lucier. there," said Johnson. ning with the game against Haley Groce hard and pushing them." Also new this year is assistant coach Pat This past weekend the team traveled to a San Jose for $29.00. Copy Editor But this competition won't affect the Anderson, who also coaches several relay meet at St. [Catherine's, hosted by St. Student "RUSH" tickets Strong team chemistry, a large freshman strong unity that exists on the team. Moorhead teams, including the Moorhead Thomas. The relay meet is traditionally a fun must be purchased on the class and a new assistant coach bode well for "We are all really close and really sup- High boys' swimming and diving team. The and relaxed way to get into the season, but day of the game and will go ConcoTdia women's swimming and diving portive of each other. We have a lot of fun," athletic department feels that he brings "a now the swimmers will get down to busi- on sale one hour before the this year. said sophomore Megan Johnson, who holds rich and diversified swimming and diving ness, gradually increasing their training in start of each contest' at a "For the first time since I've been here the team record in the 200 Fly and the fresh- background to the program." order to peak for the conference meet at the designated ticket window we actually have some depth, and that's real- men records in the 100 and 200 Fly. The team is also excited about a training end of the season. at the Xcel Energy Center ly exciting," said head coach Julie Lucier. The team's basic strategy is to focus on trip to the Bahamas over Christmas Break. Box Office. Tickets are Thanks to strong recruitment efforts, 16 individualized goals. Accomplishing these "It'll be a lot of fun, but a lot of hard subject to availability. freshmen join the team this year, which more individual goals will help move the swim- work. We'll have two practices a day down than doubles the team's roster from last year. mers towards their team Besides the benefits of having more depth in goals, such as improving their standings in the con- Football ference, explained Dallas Cowboys safely Johnson. Reasons you should call Darren Woodson has been "We're really focusing fined $75,000 for an illegal on conference this year," PRACS... helmet-to-helmet hit on said Lucier."For the first Dorrell Jackson, Seattle part of the season we're PRACS 1. 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