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Mostly Sunny Read It First 62/45 THE TUFTS DAILY Est. 1980 VOLUME LXIII, NUMBER 57 Thursday, April 26, 2012 TUFTSDAILY.COM Senate relaunches Bauer named dean of academic affairs Capen Street Dean of Arts and Sciences Joanne Emergency Fund Berger-Sweeney earlier this week announced the appointment of Associate b y Ma h p a r i So t o u d e h Professor of Philosophy Nancy Bauer as Daily Editorial Board dean of academic affairs in the School of Arts and Sciences beginning July 1. The Tufts Community Union (TCU) Bauer will replace current Dean of Senate will this fall re-launch the Academic Affairs for Arts and Sciences Capen Street Emergency Fund, an Andrew McClellan, who is returning to initiative that aims to provide Tufts the faculty of art history and will work students with a resource to help them alongside Dean of Academic Affairs for obtain funding when confronted with Arts and Sciences James Glaser. emergency situations. “I am particularly happy to welcome The fund was initially founded Nancy and to add her voice to the by Tufts alumni Larry Brown (LA leadership team as we face the chal- ’85), Bill Friend (LA ’85) and actor lenges ahead,” Berger-Sweeney said Hank Azaria (LA ’85) who collective- in her announcement. “She will have ly donated $50,000 in 2005 with the the opportunity to help her faculty col- aim of providing students living off leagues be full partners in the school’s campus with payouts of up to $500

progress and to ensure their voices are in cases of fire or flood. kyra sturgill / the tufts daily heard. ... Most important, Nancy is par- The new iteration of the Capen Karl Rove, deputy chief of staff under President George W. Bush, visited the Hill last night. ticularly sensitive, on the one hand, to Street Emergency Fund will pro- recognizing the need to address con- vide funding through $300 pay- temporary issues while, on the other outs, typically in the form of reim- Karl Rove discusses career hand, ensuring we hold fast to our bursements, to students who find historic academic mission.” themselves unexpectedly in need Bauer served as chair of the of money that they were unable to at White House in lecture Department of Philosophy from 2008 previously budget for, such as in until last year. cases of having to fly to a funeral, b y St e p h a n i e Ha v e n Rove noted that none of the decisions the She first joined the Department of according to TCU Treasurer Christie Daily Editorial Board president had to make in situations, from Philosophy in 1998 as a visiting assistant Maciejewski, a sophomore. national security to international affairs, professor and was placed on the tenure “We’re using it as the exogenous Karl Rove, former senior advisor and was easy. track the following year. She also served shock funds — a lot of people do deputy chief of staff to President George W. “As president, you have to prepare the as director of graduate studies from need help with textbooks, but this Bush, spoke about his career in the White country for big challenges because if you 2001 to 2008. fund is specifically for the exogenous House in Cohen Auditorium last night as don’t, who will?” Rove said. “It’s a serious Bauer’s academic focus is on femi- shocks,” Maciejewski said. “You come part of the Young America’s Foundation place to work, sometimes more serious nism, gender in philosophy and philoso- to college knowing you have to buy (YAF) Wendy P. McCaw Lecture Series. than you’d like.” phy and film. textbooks, but you don’t come to col- The Tufts Republicans worked with In his seven years at the White House, She currently serves as a member lege knowing you’ll have to fly home YAF to bring Rove to campus after for- Rove had a device that told him where the of the International Relations Executive for a funeral.” mer Republican presidential candidate president was at all times. As Bush was en Committee, the Communications and Maciejewski explained that the Herman Cain canceled his lecture, which route to begin his day in the West Wing Media Studies University Advisory Board fund will be accessible to all students was supposed to take place April 12. The each morning, Rove said he had to get to and the women’s studies board and as regardless of financial aid status but club asked Rove to discuss his experiences the president quickly to find out what he a supplemental faculty member in the stipulated that applicants will have at the White House as well as what he would be responsible for that day. Department of Drama and Dance. to provide adequate documentation learned about the job of a president, Rove “My job was to limit the politics,” Bauer has received many awards, in order to verify their need for the told the Daily. Rove said. including the Tufts University Professor funding. Although the Senate has not “There’s no average day at the White Rove also discussed the history of the of the Year distinction in 2002, the delineated the exact procedure that House,” Rove said in his lecture. “You bet- West Wing, which was created in 1902 by Undergraduate Initiative in Teaching this verification will involve, TCU ter understand who you are and what President Theodore Roosevelt to sepa- Award in 2002 and the Joseph A. and President Wyatt Cadley said the body your values are because you’re going to be rate the president’s living quarters from Lillian Leibner Award for Distinguished would spend the summer formulat- bombarded when you get there. There will his office. The building is a lot smaller Advising and Teaching in 2005. ing a more precise description of always be something unexpected.” than people may expect, Rove said. With both the logistics and the legitimate According to Rove, Bush spent many Secret Service officers stationed around the —by Laina Piera days in a series of meetings every 15 to see CAPEN FUND, page 2 20 minutes, each on a different topic. see ROVE, page 2 Students protest lecture with torture reenactment Rove discusses student debt, 2012 presidential campaign include in your lecture? b y St e p h a n i e Ha v e n Daily Editorial Board Karl Rove: Well, it didn’t affect what I’m going to talk about; you can’t tailor Tufts Republicans and the Young your remarks campus to campus. I gen- American’s Foundation last night hosted erally find on most liberal campuses Karl Rove, who was senior advisor and I’m given a respectful hearing. I like deputy chief of staff to President George going on campuses where conserva- W. Bush, in Cohen Auditorium. Before tives are in the minority because, first his lecture, Rove talked with The Tufts of all, I want the conservatives to know Daily about his experience speaking at that they’re not alone and, second of college campuses and his expectations all, I’d like to convert a few people to at for the 2012 presidential election. least occasionally agree.

The Tufts Daily: Even though our mas- TD: Along the same line, the Tufts cot is an elephant, the Tufts campus Disobedience and Justice Collective has a reputation for its liberal bent created a “Karl Rove Un-Welcoming on most issues. From a very involved Collective” on Facebook to rally against LGBT community to a vocal faction of your event on campus. How do you kyra sturgill / the tufts daily The Tufts Disobedience and Justice Collective last night held a rally to protest Karl the Occupy movement, Tufts under- plan to respond, if at all, to those who Rove’s invitation to campus. The group staged a reenactment of waterboarding outside graduates are well known to lean left vocalize their opinion against your Cohen Auditorium, the location of Rove’s lecture, to protest his advocacy of the con- on most issues. How did this affect politics? troversial interrogation technique during the George W. Bush administration. both your decision to speak on cam- pus and the subject matters that you’ll see ROVE INTERVIEW, page 2

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see FEATURES, page 3 see WEEKENDER, page 5 2 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y News Thursday, April 26, 2012 Capen Street Fund to assist students in on purpose of government ROVE banner that read “No dialogues CAPEN FUND continuedRove from fields page 1 audiencewith apologists questions for war crimes.” continued from page 1 building and historical rooms in “My reason for attending was emergencyuses of the fund. financial situations every corridor, it was impossible just to call attention to some of “We’ll be working over the to ignore the significance of work- the things that Karl Rove has done summer to finalize the plans, ing in the White House, he noted. during his career that people although we did agree that it “You always have a sense of his- might not be aware of,” Young doesn’t matter that you’re on tory in that building,” Rove said. said. “I have an issue with my financial aid — I think you’ll “You also learn that this place has student activities fee going to probably have to prove your a sense of structure that’s been pay someone who has promoted need through a bank state- defined for decades and will be torture, the institutionalization ment,” Maciejewski said. “It defined for years to come.” of torture and been part of the is tricky to determine whether Beyond the plethora of meet- machine that created this war people really need the money, ings, presidents have a continu- overseas that is so unpopular and and that is a very personal ous list of responsibilities. Rove so contrary to the wishes of the issue, but we’re definitely said that it’s important that the American people.” going to figure it out soon.” president maintain an environ- The protest included a variety The original fund has been ment where people feel comfort- of chants as well as a few dem- left virtually untouched in the able telling him he’s wrong. onstrations. One female student seven years since its inception “Compromise doesn’t start was chained to a table and had because of a lack of reported from the bottom up, it starts from water poured over her masked need from students, according the top down,” Rove said. “It takes face by a male student in a suit to Maciejewski. the president saying he’s willing with a mask of Rove’s likeness “No one has been helped to compromise in order to get to simulate waterboarding. The by it yet, so the university things done.” protestors also performed a “die- was kind of getting upset, too, Rove said he was surprised in” in which students lied down because this $50,000 was sit- by the significance of the presi- and pretended to be dead while ting there and not being put to dent’s personal relationship continuing to chant. Around 30 any use,” Maciejewski said. with foreign leaders. He noted protestors made up the line, and The funding for the re- that there was a particular pro- the members dispersed before launched fund includes a size- tocol to preserve positive rela- the end of the event. able donation from Board of tionships between the president After the lecture, Rove Trustees Chair James Stern and the international, as well as answered questions from sev- (E ’72), who last year pledged domestic, spheres. eral members of the audience $10,000 to the TCU follow- “You as the president cannot who had emailed their inqui- ing the cancellation of the demonize the other guy,” Rove ries to the Tufts Republicans Naked Quad Run in order to said. “When you blame others beforehand. The questions cov- fund WinterFest. Upon exam- you look weak.” ered a variety of topics, such as ining the budget, the Senate During Rove’s lecture, students the purpose of government and determined that it had a sur- from Tufts and other Boston- the influence of Super PACs in plus and could adequately MCT area schools protested outside the Republican primaries. finance WinterFest without Actor and alumnus Hank Azaria is one of the founders of the Capen of Cohen Auditorium, citing his “The problem was that the Stern’s pledge, according to Street Fund, which was started in 2005 to help students living off cam- work promoting state-sanctioned Republicans were thinking like Maciejewski. pus cover the costs of flood and fire damage. torture. The group called itself Democrats,” Rove said about The Senate decided to real- the “Karl Rove Un-Welcoming the primaries. “Too many of the locate the funds that Stern at this time,” Maciejewski said. dents can do to say that they Collective” and organized the pro- races were proportional and not donated to the reactivation of Then-TCU Senate Vice care about financial aid, and test through word of mouth, fliers enough were winner-take-all.” the Capen Street Emergency President Cadley told the Daily we thought that this would be and a Facebook event, according Rove said he looks forward to Fund and to reconfigure its in an email that the Senate’s both a way to do some tan- to Margaret Young, a participant watching the 2012 presidential purpose to ensure that the decision to revitalize the gible good and also show the in the protest. election play out. Although he money would be used, accord- Capen Fund as an exogenous administration where our pri- The protest was not direct- said he thinks Republican presi- ing to Maciejewski. She added shock fund stemmed from a orities lie.” ly affiliated with any campus dential candidate Mitt Romney that the Senate contacted the collective desire to mitigate Cadley cautioned that the group, according to Young, a will win, he believes the results donors in order to ensure that the financial burden of stu- future development of the sophomore. will be close. they felt the new goals of the dents on the Hill. fund is contingent on the The protestors wore white “It’s time to give a new guy fund complied with their ini- “We chose to invest in the number of students who take facemasks and held small card- a chance,” Rove said. “It’s going tial vision for the money and Capen Fund because we, as advantage of it. board signs with names of Iraqi to be one hell of an election to obtained their approval. student government leaders, “We want to see how much war victims in a line facing Cohen watch.” “We think this is the best wanted to demonstrate how students use the fund before Auditorium. Other protestors held first step we could have taken serious we are about finan- making any concrete decision a banner that included a quote by — Patrick McGrath and Elizabeth because it opens up $60,000 cial aid at Tufts,” Cadley said. on where we want to move in Rove — “I’m proud of the use of McKay contributed reporting to and allows students to access it “There is only so much stu- the future,” he said. these techniques” — and another this article.

Rove interview speech and everyone hears it Now you can only get a guar- rising much more rapidly than actions, his own statements, in continued from page 1 so they don’t want you to go anteed federal student loan if the number of people who are order to, in essence, find him KR: They’re entitled to their on. I give a different speech you borrow money from the applying to colleges. We need at fault. Here’s what he said Rovefirst amendment says rights ‘robust’ as long every time economy so it doesn’t mat key- government, to solving money it doesn’t student to examine debt our institutions crisis he would do; here’s what he’s as they don’t conflict with my ter to me. have. We’re broke. We’re bor- of higher education, and they done. And they need to do it in first amendment rights. So I told them to get the cam- rowing 40 cents of every dollar need to figure out how to do a the right tone. if they want to go out there pus Democrats involved in from the Chinese. better job of providing a qual- Second, they’re going to be and hold a rally somewhere screening the questions. I So, the government creates ity education at less cost per pummeled every single day. on campus that’s fine by me, don’t care. On the way over money, borrows money from pupil. I don’t have the answer, Team Obama is going to come doesn’t hurt my feelings. What here, we were talking about itself that it doesn’t have at but I do think a lot of smart at him with a two-by-four gets me is when people decide it and I told them, I don’t 2.8% and lends it to students at people have been thinking and he needs to find a way to their first amendment rights care about the ugly ones, just 6.8%. And what does the four about it. respond to them without get- mean that they can interrupt take the swear words out and points of interest go to? Goes ting drawn into similar tactics. or destroy someone else’s first launch them in there. to pay for the Affordable Care TD: Looking at the general He needs to be presidential, amendment rights. It’s always Act, ObamaCare. We’re taking election overall: How do you and they’re going to act in a interesting to me that that TD: College students today kids and saying if the only way feel Romney will fare against very un-presidential way, but tends to be very liberal people often graduate with a large you can get to college is by President [Barack] Obama in he’s going to need to respond who claim to be tolerant. I debt, as the price of tuition guaranteed student loan we’re the 2012 campaign season? to it appropriately. guess there are just limits to escalates. What do you think going to make you pay four Third, and probably most toleration. is the best way to deal with points of interest to pay for the KR: I think it’s going to be important of all, he needs to this issue? Affordable Care Act. It’s anoth- a very close election. I think lay out a positive vision of TD: Two of their complaints er way to put a heavier tax on Romney will win, but it’s no what he would do. People have about the lecture itself were KR: First of all, I think the best younger people. guarantee, no lock. It’s going sort of made up their judg- that they’re not allowed to thing to do is to have a robust If we’re going to have a fed- to be hard fought and either ment about President Obama, record the lecture after the grown economy so people eral student loan, from the person could win, but I think they like him, they’re disap- first five minutes and that go out of school and can get federal government only, not at the end he does in a narrow pointed in what he’s done, their questions for you were a job and can not only pay from a private pool of capital, victory. but they want to make certain screened beforehand. If you off their tuition, but also can why do we need to use it as that Romney is going to be were involved in these deci- buy a house or buy a car or a system to, in essence, tax TD: With your vast experience better. sions, why were they necessary start a business. We have the college kids who get out of in politics, what advice do you for the event? highest unemployment rating school in order to pay for the have for the Romney campaign TD: What are you looking for- on 18-24-year-olds since we Affordable Care Act through to wield their best bets against ward to most about watching the KR: The first part is my speak- began keeping statistics by the back door. Obama? 2012 election and its coverage? er’s bureau, and that’s pretty age in 1948. That’s not a good The final thing is that, look, I standard for people who go on situation. do think we’ve got to do some- KR: They have to do three KR: It’s been so unpredictable campus and go off of campus- Before the Affordable Care thing about the growing cost things simultaneously, and it’s thus far and it’s going to be es. It’s just standard practice Act, also known as ObamaCare, of higher education. It is ris- not going to be easy. First, they such a close race that for politi- among speaker’s bureaus. I you could get a guaranteed stu- ing much more rapidly than have to lay out the case against cal junkies it’s going to be like assume it’s because they don’t dent loan from your local bank the population. It’s rising much President Obama in a respect- political heroin. Not that I’m want people to go and give a who wanted your business. more rapidly than wages. It’s ful way, using his words, his an expert in heroin, of course. 3

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Jack Webster and Hannah Furgang | University, student groups strive to make A Piece of Advice campus supportive of LGBT community Down in the dol- b y Victoria Ra t h s m i l l Daily Editorial Board drums On the popular Facebook group Tufts Memes, an item was recently posted ear Jack and Hannah, showing a desperate Snow White turning to alcohol because her Prince Charming is It’s the end of the year. I have failed gay. The caption is “#tuftsproblems.” in my job search and am now going While this is an obvious exaggeration, Dhome. How do I deal with being back under Tufts is known for its robust and open the iron thumb of my parents after an entire lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender year of blissful freedom? (LGBT) community. In 2006, Tufts was ranked among the 20 best schools for Sincerely, LGBT students in “The Advocate College Holed Up at Home Guide for LGBT Students.” One of the places where the queer com- Dear Holed Up, munity at Tufts is most visible is the Tufts LGBT Center, which is part of the Group We’re sorry your summer plans fell of Six. The Group of Six comprises a col- through. You should have looked for a job lection of cultural centers whose goal is to writing newspaper columns. But, hey — it’s promote diversity on campus. almost summer! Stop complaining! For a The Center was first established in 1992 few weeks at least you can just lie in bed and was originally located in Lewis Hall. and eat cake and hot wings and never have Today, the LGBT Center shares a location to go to class. The days will be balmy, the with the Latino Center at the Bolles House nights cool, and you can have lots of fun on College Avenue. with your high school friends, assuming Tom Bourdon has been the director of you managed to keep in touch with them Courtesy Emily Mears the LGBT Center since September 2008, after a year or two at Tufts. We hope by now The LGBT Center hosted the Lavender Letter Campaign, taking pictures of people holding and he explained that the Center pro- you’ve got a driver’s license, so at least you signs that explain why they are allies of the LGBT community. vides a wealth of resources and support for can leave the house. Just tell your parents queer students at Tufts. community, but there is absolutely no way intersections: gay, Latino, black, and what’s what when you get home and coast “I always say there are four things we that this would be done without also work- being involved, especially with the LGBT through an easy summer. offer as a Center and I work on as a direc- ing with the entire community at ensuring Center, helped me develop an identity,” Of course, you’re probably used to a hard- tor: advocacy, community building, general this to be a safe campus which under- Serrano said. “One of the reasons I am partying Thirsty Thursday-esque schedule, support and education for the entire cam- stands the unique experiences and needs involved is to help others learn and dis- and without the college environment to pus on issues around sexual orientation and of the queer community,” Bourdon said. cover their own identities. You feel like support you, there’s a chance you’re going gender identity and expression,” Bourdon Mears said the LGBT Center attracts you’re working for a cause and working to be left out in the cold on the weekend said. “As a space, this is somewhere where about as many straight allies as LGBT to better the world.” — unless you’re 21. But then you’re a real people can come to talk to staff members, students. One of the major LGBT organizations on person and probably won’t take our advice get support if they are dealing with struggles “I would say that it is [a] 50-50 spilt,” campus is Team Q, which is run through anyway. As freshmen about to embark on or come just to hang out and feel comfort- Mears said. “The LGBT Center is open the LGBT Center. our first summer after a year of college, we able knowing they can be themselves and for everyone. People assume it’s just for “Team Q started as a speaker’s bureau, share your concerns and have a few ideas have friendly people to talk to.” LGBTQ students, but we are trying to focus sharing our stories and bringing aware- of our own. The Center’s staff and its undergraduate on making sure our straight allies feel ness to these issues,” Hegarty said. “But Jack plans on driving around all sum- interns emphasize that the Center pro- comfortable as well.” there was more of a need for us to be an mer listening to a choice summer playlist, vides a safe space for students. Recently, the Center has been focus- education bureau and be a voice on cam- assuming gas doesn’t hit the record highs “Our main objective is to be a safe space ing on events for GAYpril, including pus that can answer questions when they it is expected to. Barring that, he’ll be bik- for all students, and education is second- an open mic night, the Queer Straight come up.” ing around but doing the same. It’s a poor ary to that,” Emily Mears, staff assistant for Alliance’s (QSA) Annual Drag Show, Serrano is the student coordinator for substitute for a night out on campus, but the LGBT Center, said. Lavender Graduation and the Lavender Team Q. He explained that Team Q is invit- he imagines Wawa will make a fair substi- “I think that the Center is important Letter Campaign. The Lavender Letter ed by various school groups, residence tute for Moe’s (if you know what Wawa is, mainly because it provides a space, espe- Campaign was a weeklong program in halls and faculty meetings in addition to thank you). cially a safe space, for students who which allies were encouraged to come to off-campus outreach at local schools to Hannah can offer you a few mom-sanc- identify as LGBTQ [Q standing for queer the Center to get a picture taken wear- give presentations. tioned ways to let loose in suburbia. Your or questioning] who want to talk about ing a Lavender Letter and holding a sign “Basically we give programming to help house may be lacking black lights and fratty issues, their social lives and academic lives explaining their reasons for aligning with educate [the] wider Tufts community, bouncers, but there are plenty of ways to and how their identity affects them every the LGBT community. including students and faculty,” Serrano play pretend. There’s no reason why you day,” junior Ben Serrano, an undergradu- “One of the things I am most excited said. “We host Guess the Straight Person can’t play loud music in the comfort of your ate intern at the LGBT Center, said. about is our Lavender Letter Campaign,” every year, which is a game designed to own bedroom and invite a few buds over. Junior Katie Hegarty, also an undergradu- Bourdon said. “There has been an amaz- help dispel stereotypes, and we have a Enlist an ornery sibling to act as an RA, ate intern at the Center, added that the LGBT ing response from all over campus and we stories panel where we have Team Q mem- and trick-turn some Wheat Thins from the Center offers a variety of other resources for now have these beautiful photos, which bers tell their coming out stories, stories pantry to pay him or her off when the noise students of all sexual orientations. are a great symbol that shows how much about family, experiences and school, etc. complaints roll in. When Friday night comes “We have safe-sex materials, male support there is from queer and straight It’s a way to help educate the community around, feel free to wander aimlessly around condoms and internal condoms, dental people alike on this campus.” and show that these stories are real and the neighborhood. Strain your ears for the dams, water-based lubricant, brochures on At the Center there are six undergradu- don’t just happen on TV, but happen to faint thump of a subwoofer. When you don’t domestic and relationship violence and the ate student interns, many of whom are people they know.” hear it, bitterly trudge back to your home. dating scene on campus,” Hegarty said. also involved with other LGBT initiatives Another student group, Queer Students Plus, fall is just around the corner. And The Center also hosts various stu- on campus. of Color and Allies (QSOCA), offers a com- there are any number of ways to pass the dent discussion groups, including Queer Sophomore Mark Tyson, an undergrad- munity for LGBT students of color, as the time. If you find yourself longing for Tufts, Students of Color and Allies (QSOCA), uate intern at the LGBT Center and co- name suggests. just look at the website. Or religiously Men’s Group, Women’s Group and Bisexual President of QSA, explained that the appeal “It’s a group that acknowledges the fact read the orientation schedule and pre- Students Group. of the Center for him was the promise of a that sexuality intersects with other identi- tend you’re an incoming freshman to psych Although there is no official student welcoming community. ties like race, class, ethnicity and gender. yourself up. If that doesn’t help, every time group for transgender students at Tufts, “Initially, I got involved with the LGBT We try to provide a space that brings these you think about something fun you did this Mears explained that the Center welcomes Center because I first came out when I got issues to the forefront,” senior Darius year, just remember another night spent members of that segment of the Tufts stu- to Tufts and it was a way to be more of a Izadpanah, co-leader of QSOCA, said. “In languishing in the library working. Ahh — dent body. part of this new community,” Tyson said. a lot of other LGBT spaces this is acknowl- those were the nights. “We do offer resources for trans students, For Hegarty, involvement with the LGBT edged, but is not the main topic of conver- Or (gasp) you can actually spend some but there are not any groups because we Center as well as Team Q and QSA, helped sation. QSOCA is a space for people who time with your parents. They’ve been haven’t had a student come forward and define her queer identity. are queer and of color to congregate.” deprived of your charming company for an make one,” Mears said. “At first I took the job because I was Serrano, who co-facilitates Men’s Group, entire year, and you can use their undivided Bourdon said that resources for trans- really devoted to the cause as an ally. emphasized that it is important to have attention to maybe acquire some cool stuff gender students include the new gender- I believe LGBT rights are fundamental groups that acknowledge the intersections for your room next fall. If you think you can neutral housing policy and several gender- human rights and many of my friends within the LGBT community. handle a shopping trip with your parents, neutral bathrooms, adding that he has were queer-identified,” Hegarty said. “It “Even within a specific group like the that is. So. Who wants to go to Ikea? worked with the registrar on issues per- so happened that I also came to iden- LGBT community, it doesn’t mean that In the meantime, it’s been real. Thank taining to name changes and diploma tify with the queer community myself. everyone has the same shared experi- you, dear faithful readers. We hope we’ve changes in relation to gender identity. My involvement helped me develop my ence. There are specific things that men unburdened you of your worries at least a “We also try to do a great deal of pro- queer identity and helped me to realize or women or students of color can relate bit. Peace out and stay hydrated. gramming each year which is specific to that I want to do this type of work forever. to,” Serrano said. “The idea of intersec- trans identities or issues around gender It has been an affirming experience on tionality is really important. The small- identity and expression,” Bourdon said. multiple levels for me.” er groups address these intersections Jack Webster and Hannah Furgang are According to Bourdon, while the LGBT Serrano, who came out as a freshman, and are a good way of making sure that freshmen who have not yet declared majors. Center is primarily focused on LGBT stu- has also shaped his identity through nobody feels left out.” Jack can be reached at John.Webster@ dents, allies are important as well. involvement at the LGBT Center. tufts.edu and Hannah can be reached at “Our main focus is to support the LGBT “For me personally, I have all these see LGBT, page 4 [email protected]. 4 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y Features Thursday, April 26, 2012 Despite inclusive campus, LGBT students face minor acts of discrimination

LGBT ently political. Me and two other Senators denounce Ablow’s comments, University being called homophobic slurs.” continued from page 3 that were openly LGB were the only three President Anthony Monaco sent an email Mears added that TUPD acts as a support According to Bourdon, one way in which members that were vocal about it and tried to the Tufts community reaffirming the system to deal with LGBT discrimination. the LGBT Center focuses on intersectional- to get the language put back in. I felt it was university’s commitment to diversity and “When we do see anti-LGBT stuff, we ity is through constant collaboration with important that I was there to explain why it inclusion. Monaco explained that Ablow take photos and send it to the Tufts police other members of the Group of Six. He was important to my community.” was not an employee of the university and department,” Mears said. “They make it meets with the directors of the Group of Six Griffiths said that this experience influ- that his remarks should not be attributed to known that they want to help us in any way on a weekly basis. enced her to run for reelection. the university. possible.” “Intersectionality is crucial in the work “Last year I became involved with Senate Griffiths also expressed a desire for fur- In Tyson’s opinion, some of the most that we do,” Bourdon said. “It is so impor- because the seat was open and I was ther trans programming. important issues for LGBT students at Tufts tant that we recognize that individuals are really involved with QSA and interested “There could also be more program- are issues that go beyond their life on the Hill. much more than just their sexuality. We all in Senate,” she said. “I ran for reelection ming reaching out to transgendered peo- “There are a lot of students who wind up have so many other aspects of our social because of the ROTC issue. I saw the reason ple who could learn more and be better getting emancipated from their families, identities, which must be considered as I was there.” allies,” she said. who have a lot of drama with their families, well. I try in my work to make sure that our As the LGBT Center Representative, Tyson explained that the university does who don’t enjoy going back home and have programming is reflective of that.” Griffiths has also done research on what it make an attempt to provide necessities for to go back into the closet when they go back Sophomore Grainne Griffiths, the would take to bring queer studies to Tufts. transgender students. home,” Tyson said. LGBT Center Representative for the Tufts “It’s just something we don’t have,” she “Tufts is a very different experience for Overall, many students say they feel that Community Union (TCU) Senate, explained said. “All women’s studies has is one course, people who are trans,” he said. “Recently Tufts is, in general, a friendly environment that it is difficult, if not impossible, to Introduction to Queer Studies. A major Tufts has been trying to address that issue for queer students. represent such a large and heterogeneous problem is that seniors who are writing with gender-neutral housing and more “It has earned its ranking as one of the group of students. their thesis about queer issues have no [unisex] bathrooms so students can focus top schools, at least for LGB students,” “I go to the LGBT Center a lot, but I’m faculty to go to because their advisors have less on day-to-day hurdles and more on Tyson said. “Overall for LGB folks, it’s an aware that it is only one-tenth or one-twen- to be on tenured track and a grad student higher education.” environment where we aren’t harassed or tieth the LGBT population at Tufts,” Griffiths teaches the class. [Doctoral candidate] Nino Additionally, while Tufts is known as a bullied, and people are very accepting.” said. “I do try to reach out to people I know [Testa], who teaches the class, gets requests queer-friendly environment, LGBT students Mears agreed that she feels comfortable who identify as LGBT and don’t come to the from students who are desperate for an still face discrimination, Bourdon said. being open about her sexuality here. Center, and I go to different group meetings advisor who is familiar with the scholarship “While overall an LGBT-friendly cam- “Even as a staff member, I would abso- just to see what’s going on and talk about on queer studies.” pus, we are by no means immune to the lutely call Tufts an LGBTQ-friendly cam- what’s happening on Senate.” Hegarty also said that the administration homophobia, biphobia and transphobia pus,” she said. “I’ve never been out at work As the LGBT Center Representative, could do more for LGBT students. that exists in the world,” Bourdon said. before, but because of the Center, I feel Griffiths worked on implementing gender- “I think the main thing is that, from my “Incidents still happen from time to time more comfortable being out at work.” neutral housing through both the student own knowledge and experience on the cam- and we do our best to address the problems Mears went on to say that the two years group Students Acting for Gender Equality pus, I don’t expect that any LGBT-related as they occur, but also be proactive so that she’s worked on the Hill have shown her (SAGE) and the TCU Senate. change would result from the administra- hopefully we will see fewer, or even better, that the LGBT student population at Tufts “The reason community reps exist [is] to tion unprompted by a student,” she said. none one day in the future.” is very luck. voice opinions the regular senators would “I’d be happy to hear I’m wrong, but that’s Tyson said that while he has not experi- “I went to a state school, and there is a not have and voice issues that wouldn’t nec- just what I’ve seen in three years.” enced any severe instances of homophobia, much more open environment here,” she essarily be heard during debates,” she said. Students also say that Tufts could do he has dealt with micro-aggressions from said. “Students are generally very open and Griffiths added that she saw the impor- more to support its transgender students other students. very proud, and they like to let people know tance of her role as a community repre- and point to Keith Ablow, who is affili- “There have been a couple of instances they are welcome.” sentative when the Senate was discussing ated with the Tufts University School of where I have my arm around another guy, Hegarty said she would also call Tufts re-recognizing Reserve Officers’ Training Medicine, as an example. Ablow attracted and a small fraction might stare, but I never an LGBT-friendly campus, but with some Corps (ROTC) because the military’s “don’t widespread media attention with public deal with aggressive encounters,” Tyson reservations. ask, don’t tell” (DADT) policy had been comments he made last fall that were wide- said. “Also, a lot of times people might acci- “It’s complicated. Tufts is working repealed. ly perceived as transphobic. dently say stuff that might be offensive, but toward full inclusion, and I would rather “In the original resolution, there was “I wouldn’t consider our school to be they don’t mean it as an attack.” be at Tufts as a queer individual than at a statement saying the decision to rec- trans friendly. One reason is because of “I think that the times I hear about many places I applied,” she said. “It’s not ognize ROTC was due to the repeal of the Keith Ablow incident, obviously, where issues, it’s always involved Greek life,” perfect, but we’re working every day to DADT, but the Senate took out that lan- there was no university response denounc- Griffiths said. “There are frats that are make ourselves progressively more queer. guage because they didn’t want to make it ing what he said,” Griffiths said. super accepting, but I do consistently hear It’s not a queer best friendship, but defi- political,” Griffiths said. “But it was inher- Although the university did not formally about incidents about people at parties nitely a queer friendship.”

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Wikimedia Commons Ridley Scott, Charlize Theron and Michael Fassbender discuss their roles in making ‘Prometheus.’ Tantalizing movie releases loom as summer approaches Bite-sized clips preview promising summer cinema

b y Za c h Dr u c k e r a n d Ch r i s Po l d o i a n received from watching an axe-wielding Abe Daily Editorial Board Lincoln massacre vampires atop a moving train? The film will most likely lack narrative ufts students have the unfortunate and emotional substance, but a gore junkie tendency to stress over finals by quar- may just satisfy his sweet tooth with this antining themselves in Tisch Library, alternate representation of American lore. furiously scribbling down notes Plus, who wouldn’t want to see a hero like andT frantically rereading textbooks. Yet, this Abraham Lincoln trending among youths as behavior has drastic effects on the ability to a surrogate Chuck Norris. absorb a different kind of education: a proper pop culture education (priorities, people!). Brave (June 22) Luckily, former co-columnists Zach Drucker Pixar hopes to redeem itself for last sum- and Chris Poldoian have closely followed the mer’s cartoon clunker, “Cars 2” (2011), with cinema scene, ignoring their respective stud- “Brave,” the story of a skilled teenaged ies to watch countless hours of trailers in archer breaking from the gender-norma- order to tell the Tufts student body what to tive society of Scotland. The trailer empha- watch for this summer. Even if you don’t leave sizes the film’s epic narrative with sweep- the Reading Room for the next three weeks, ing shots of Scottish forests and shores. don’t worry — borrow a pair of headphones Indeed, the visuals in the film are amazing, and you’ll feel like summer’s already here! and the trailer as a whole feels very mature. Most notably, the trailer aired last month Moonrise Kingdom (May 25) during the season premiere of “Mad Men.” Wes Anderson has built a career out of A newer version can be found exclusively endearing himself to fans for his quirky, on Apple’s movie trailer website. distinctive films. His eccentric characters — each desperately trying to connect with Seeking a Friend for the End of the World the world and his/her fellow inhabitants — (June 22) drive his films, whether they’re exploring Poignant and full of character, the preview Wikimedia Commons Ping Island in “The Life Aquatic with Steve for “Seeking a Friend” features Steve Carell Channing Tatum will be touching upon his own past as a stripper in ‘Magic Mike.’ Zissou” (2004), having casual flings on trains donning his trademarked sensitive, push- in “The Darjeeling Limited” (2007) or trying over persona in the last three weeks before to escape their own genius in “The Royal the world ends. Looking to make meaning ics or flop miserably — stereotypical Stone, character comes to life. The trailer hints at Tenenbaums” (2001). Using Anderson’s sig- out of his dwindling life, he teams up with to say the least. some physical comedy, which is fitting for nature touch, “Moonrise Kingdom” tells the an alternatively stylish Keira Knightley to Dano, whose lanky frame and energetic story of a young couple fleeing the confines embark on a final road trip in search of Ted (July 13) presence recall the antics of Buster Keaton. of its hometown. With a star-studded cast companionship and acceptance. If the full Picture Seth MacFarlane’s hysterical mind including Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, film contains even an iota of the humor permitted to run wild without the interfer- Lawless (Aug. 31) Bruce Willis and Edward Norton as a Boy and sensitivity displayed in the trailer, this ence of heavy-handed television executives. In this intense drama, Tom Hardy and Scout Master, this film promises to delight a unlikely couple may anchor the summer’s Well, MacFarlane’s newest endeavor, “Ted,” is Shia LaBeouf play bootleggers forced to wry, reflective audience. most moving romantic comedy. essentially an uncensored gag reel following deal with a violent New York mobster Mark Wahlberg and his anthropomorphic, (Guy Pearce) encroaching on their sor- Prometheus (June 8) Magic Mike (June 29) childhood teddy bear with a tendency to did business. “Lawless” endured a long A triumphant return to form, “Prometheus” As if the summer weren’t hot enough, swear profusely and engage in repulsive (yet and oft-delayed production process due to marks director Ridley Scott’s first science fic- Hollywood has brought us a film about male adorable) debauchery. The comedy is sure to financial complications. However, the cast tion film since “Blade Runner” (1982). The stripping. “Magic Mike” deals with a man reproduce the “Family Guy” gems deemed remains strong, and we look forward to film features a cast of venerable actors, (played by Channing Tatum) who moon- unfit for national television due to its R-rating. seeing this gritty look at prohibition. Gary including Noomi Rapace, Idris Elba, Michael lights as a male stripper. This film does hit Oh, and we recommend you opt to watch Oldman with a Tommy gun? Count us in! Fassbender and Charlize Theron. The trailer’s pretty close to home for Tatum, who got his the red band trailer. The teddy bear is so rau- The Wild West got a little wilder. moody setting oozes with dread, blurring the start earlier on stripping under the pseud- cously vulgar in every scene. line between action and horror. Indeed, this onym Chan Crawford. The end of the trailer Looper (Sept. 28) film feels like the spiritual successor to “Alien” showed off Matthew McConaughey as a fel- Ruby Sparks (July 25) Remember the phrase “sleeping with the (1979) and takes place in the same universe. low macho man. Yum. Remember Paul Dano? This promising fishes”? Well apparently, in the future, the Recently, 20th Century Fox released a sec- star broke into the mainstream with “The East River just doesn’t cut it. Mobsters send ond promotional video for “Prometheus.” Savages (July 6) Girl Next Door” (2004) and found critical their victims back in time to be executed. Ostensibly a commercial for a robot named A far cry from “Pineapple Express” (2008), acclaim in “There Will Be Blood” (2007). Joseph Gordon Levitt plays the execution- David, played by Fassbender, this viral video Oliver Stone’s “Savages” delves into the dark Since finding his remarkable performance er, and Bruce Willis plays the man from the serves as a perfect complement to the trail- underbelly of the marijuana industry. When in “There Will Be Blood,” Dano has receded future. The kicker: Willis is Levitt’s future self. er. Not since “Avatar” (2009) have we been cannabis-growing entrepreneurs (played from the spotlight, making middling films Time travel has a long and sometimes ugly so excited to visit another planet, unless of by Aaron Johnson and Taylor Kitsch) refuse such as “Taking Woodstock” (2009) and history in cinema. For every “Back to the course you count “Another Earth” (2011). a deal from a competitor, the femme fatale “Cowboys & Aliens” (2011). Now, he has Future” (1985) and “Bill and Ted’s Excellent and drug cartel lord (Salma Hayek) decides again teamed with the directors of “Little Adventure” (1989), there has been at least one Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (June 22) to kidnap their shared companion (Blake Miss Sunshine” (2006) to tell the tale of a “Black Knight” (2001). Not just anyone can hit Try as one might to despise this trailer for Lively). The trailer is a whirlwind of sado- writer who invents a female character with 88 miles per hour, after all. Luckily, “Looper,” its historical fabrications and its utterly ridicu- masochism and graphic action sequences whom he falls in love. The story takes on a with its near-contemporary setting and gritty lous title, how can anyone deny the pure rush that ensure this movie will either stun crit- fantastical element when the eponymous action sequences, should deliver. 6 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y Weekender Thursday, April 26, 2012

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In a quick 20 minutes of actual show time, “Don’t Trust the B---- in Apt. 23” man- ages to captivate its audience and bring Don’t Trust the B---- in Apt. 23

Starring Krysten Ritter, Dreama Walker, Liza Lapira and Eric Andre Airs Wednesdays at 9:30 p.m. on ABC out some genuine moments of laughter. The new ABC sitcom follows two radically different, single women sharing an apart- ment in New York City. The show begins when June (Dreama Walker), a Midwestern woman with Wall Street aspirations and a life plan to boot begins rooming with Chloe (Krysten Ritter), who is far more assertive than her and a con artist. Chloe attempts to scam June, but June has a bit more back- bone than previously expected, and the two discover an unforeseen friendship. Krysten Ritter fills the show with life and color as Chloe, the titular b----. Though Chloe might not be the Regina George of “Mean Girls” (2004) fame or Libby from “Sabrina, the Teenage Witch” (1996-2003), she owns the slur that defines her in her own right for trying to con June. Her heart is found maybe a bit too quickly to keep the title of the show, though her evil plans Courtesy ABC — such as setting up her father with June Krysten Ritter and Dreama Walker have solid chemistry. — do seem to be a bit on the insane side. Either way, Ritter brings nonchalance, Faced with this tiresome story, the sup- jokes and laughs are from the two strong yet, seems to be well worth waiting for. toughness and her own brand of cattiness porting cast is fundamental in maintaining leads’ interactions with each other and A pivotal topic the show treads upon in to the show. audience interest in the show. James Van their friends, and they result in the show’s the funniest way it can is whether fate exists June, perhaps stereotypically thanks Der Beek plays himself, and in doing so success as a situational comedy. or whether individuals have control over to her Midwestern background, has guts satirizes both himself and his past acting Khan’s writing for “Don’t Trust the their own paths. Chloe calls out June for and determination. Her naivete wears off experiences with “Dawson’s Creek” (1998- B----” is quirky and lends itself to cre- having a life plan that never seems to work quickly as she takes what Chloe is dish- 2003) and acting as a profession. He does ating strong, distinguished characters out and invites her to see things differently ing and sends it right back. After the two so with style. Mark (Eric Andre), June’s that don’t meld together after a while. At and live a little. Though she is reluctant to become friends, June’s perpetual exas- almost-boss, is a barista and serves a help- times, the lines do tend to reflect a certain admit it, toward the end of the second epi- peration with Chloe definitely gets bother- ful cup of comic reality, while Eli (Michael immaturity inherent to a summer chick sode it seems that Chloe has won June over some, but she finds her moments in inter- Blaiklock) uses typical “guy” humor to play flick, but they mainly stick to cleverness with her incredibly profound, comical and acting with Mark, and even with Scott, Chloe and June’s next door neighbor. and character growth. In the works for patronizing words. Chloe’s dad. Though most comedies resort to a class- more screen time are Robin (Liza Lapira), Whichever side you find yourself on, This plotline isn’t original by any means: less type of humor based on crude, sexual Chloe’s ex-roommate, and Luther (Ray make 20 minutes in your life plan for this a new, naive girl meets a “mean” city girl jokes, this comedy somehow avoids that Ford), Van Der Beek’s assistant and tailor, TV show. You are safe from the b---h, at and the two develop an odd friendship. for the most part — and succeeds. The who, despite only having had a few lines least on this side of the screen.

What’s Up This Weekend Looking to make your weekend artsy? Sunday at 7 p.m. at Agganis Arena on advantage of the warm weather this spring writer Adam Payne will be performing in Check out these events! the campus of Boston University. Pianist by sailing along the Charles. Courageous Renaissance Boston Waterfront’s Capiz and songwriter Ben Folds will host the Sailing’s Open House will have free boat Lounge from 9 p.m. 11 p.m. as part of its A Cappella Palooza Have you ever felt event, which seeks to raise funds for the rides, barbecuing and more. The event free live concert series. Guests can enjoy a that there isn’t enough a capella in your Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer will take place from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. variety of drinks and food at this intimate life? Of course not, you go to Tufts Center. Tickets are available on the event this Saturday at Pier 4 in the Charlestown venue and must be 21 or older to attend. University. But if you’re still hankering, website, www.acapellapalooza.org. Navy Yard. check out the A Cappella Palooza this Courageous Sailing Open House Take Adam Payne The eclectic singer-song- —compiled by the Daily Arts Department

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We’ve noticed a new trend in Apple com- 9) James Earl Jones: Actually, we app wouldn’t talk to you, so much as long, husky and lead you to whiskey and mercials mostly the use of celebrities. would replace Siri’s monotonous female stare at you with droopy eyes. Plus, his streetwalkers. Before, Apple would feature a close-up voice with this accomplished thespian. teeth are an orthodontist’s wet dream. of the iPhone itself. But now, the dis- Imagine Mufasa or Darth Vader remind- 2) Tucker Max: We’ll tell you one thing, embodied finger has been replaced with ing you of your daily obligations. 5) Alex Trebek: After all his years of Siri won’t be directing this philanderer- recognizable actors. We like Samuel L. learning random knowledge, would he cum-author to Tufts University. Jackson and Zooey Deschanel as much 8) Carl Kasell: Wait, wait ... do tell me. actually need Siri? as the next collegiate newspaper’s Arts Here at the Daily, we’d give our firstborn 1) Morgan Freeman: Seriously, department, but we propose a new child to the NPR gods in order to have 4) Michael Caine: Can Siri even under- wouldn’t Siri commercials be better with batch of guests for the next set of com- Carl on our home answering machine. stand British accents? We have a sneaky Freeman? Wouldn’t Siri itself be better mercials. feeling the word “garage” could be with Freeman’s voice? Clearly, what the 7) Lou Ferrigno: “Yes, Mr. Ferrigno, I problematic. world needs now ... is Morgan Freeman, 10) Lou Reed: Hello, Siri? Can you will locate the nearest things for you to sweet Morgan Freeman. He’s the only tell me the 10 nearest heroin dealers? smash.” 3) Tom Waits: Waits would be good thing that there’s just too little of. Preferably those that accept bananas as in a commercial, but he would be even payment. 6) Steve Buscemi: The Steve Buscemi better as Siri. The directions would be —compiled by the Daily Arts Department Thursday, April 26, 2012 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y Weekender 7

Niki Krieg | Queen of Cibo Crazy for Curry ’m not lying when I say this, but my house smells like curry right now. Not garbage or rotting food or bacon or cookies, which are common off- Icampus house odors, but we’re currently experiencing a touch of South Asia over at The Quiet Haus. Guilty as charged: I made a chick- en curry at the end of last week, and though it’s kind of crazy that it still smells like this, no one really seems to be complaining. I’ve been on a curry kick lately, almost constantly craving the spicy, saucy, yel- low-orange goodness. I guess this “kick” actually started back in the fall of 2010 when, while studying abroad, I spent a weekend visiting my buddy Sasha in London — which happens to be the Norman Shapiro/CBS European home of Indian and South The series struggles to keep its plotlines from getting monotonous. Asian fare. We ended up at this place called Masala Zone on my first night there, and I tried curry for the first Gorgeous setting can’t save ‘Hawaii Five-0’ time. One word: AMAZING. Admittedly, it most likely wasn’t what I’d find in b y Ka t e Gr i f f i t h s After all, what would a procedural crime of mind she appears to be in after her Mumbai or Kolkata, but it left me yearn- Daily Editorial Board drama be without a sub-story involving a undercover work is completely ignored. ing for more. riveting tale of vengeance? Guest stars abound on the show, with Until recently, though, for some CBS’s “Hawaii Five-0” is a remake of the With the permission of the Governor, appearances from stars like Masi Oka of reason I was afraid to go out on a limb original cop drama, titled “Hawaii Five-O” McGarrett forms an elite task force of cops “Heroes” (2006-2010) and “Lost’s” (2004- and try to make a curry myself. I was (1968-1980). Currently nearing the end of called Five-0 to stop the major crimes that 2010) Terry O’Quinn. Even James Caan, of becoming obsessed with chicken curry, seem to be happening on a daily basis in “The Godfather” (1972) fame, guest starred but — and excuse the lame pun — I Hawaii Five-0 Hawaii. Season one provided convincing in a recent episode. However, familiar faces was too chicken to experiment. development for all characters involved. don’t make these characters more interest- I finally took a stab at it during Lent, Danny Williams (Scott Caan), a New Jersey ing. Masi Oka has been playing Dr. Max and instead of meat, I found a recipe cop who relocates to Hawaii in order to be Bergman since season one, but only in the for a potato-based curry to make for Starring Alex O’Loughlin, Scott with his daughter, instantly butts heads most recent episodes has his character been my boyfriend one weekend when I was Caan, Daniel Dae Kim, Grace with McGarrett over the case involving fleshed out at all. home. It was his first time having curry, Park, Masi Oka Steve’s father. Kono Kalakaua (Grace Park The show’s formulaic crime-of-the-week and he said it was good, but honestly, of “Battlestar Gallactica” fame) is a cop style is like any procedural cop drama, but I think he was just being nice — or Airs Mondays at 10 p.m. on CBS who just graduated from Honolulu Police its Hawaiian setting gives it the chance to unintentionally ignorant and unaware Department academy but somehow man- feature interesting snippets of information of what a great curry’s like. I thought its second season, “Hawaii Five-0” exhibits ages to be on the same level as the more that would not be present in other shows. it was nasty, and I sent him home with a level of drama that seems out of place seasoned agents around her. Chin Ho Kelly Pieces of history about Hawaii and the the unwanted leftovers. Where did I go within the peaceful and appealing land- (Daniel Dae Kim) is Kono’s cousin and is island culture are surreptitiously slipped wrong? Do potatoes and curry not mix? scapes of Hawaii. The opening sequence sort of the rebel of the group, completing into the script, which helps to fill out the (Seriously, do they? I’m still learning, of each episode is basically an homage to the image with his very own motorcycle. lackluster plotlines. a novice in the curry world.) Did I add the beauty of the state, showing sweeping In the first season, these characters The saving grace of the show is the ban- too much spice — which my stomach jungles and deep blue oceans. More than interacted in a realistic way, allowing ter between McGarrett and Williams, which disapproves of? Needless to say, I was anything else, the show is a testament to for natural friendships to build up, such is undeniably helped by Alex O’Loughlin’s afraid to try again. the wonders of Hawaii. as the one between Steve and Danny. face. Each actor has definitely shined in pre- But then I stumbled upon coconut The blatant ‘travel-advertisement’ spin Unfortunately, season two recycles plots vious roles, so it seems odd that the acting in milk in the supermarket, and now that doesn’t stop the show from being entertain- and grasps at straws to find intriguing “Hawaii Five-0” can be stilted and unemo- I can eat meat again, I was determined ing in some respects, though. While there is crimes for each episode. The first half of tional. Hopefully, that comes down to the to give curry another try but using a nothing particularly original about the con- this season was wasted on a plot involv- scriptwriters and not the actors. The show different recipe that asked for chicken cept, the script contains some hidden gems ing Kono becoming a dirty cop, which is aesthetically pleasing to watch, but if real- instead of vegetables. of humor, which lead to interesting charac- just fizzled out once it was revealed that istic crime dramas are your thing, then this Behold this recipe I found for “cur- ter development. Chief among these char- she was actually a double agent the entire show should probably be avoided. “Hawaii ried coconut chicken,” which fortu- acters is Steve McGarrett (Alex O’Loughlin), time. The crimes she witnessed and had to Five-0” doesn’t attempt to be realistic. It’s nately turned out so good that I was a Navy Seal who has dedicated his life to take part in as part of her cover are never flashy, over the top and, occasionally, clever tempted to go back for thirds, and finding out why his parents were murdered. mentioned again, and the delicate frame enough to keep watching. having it for lunch afterward was an awesome treat. It might not exactly be what you’d find in India or even The Artsy Jumbo England for that matter, but it’s a good stateside substitute, preparing you for Vincent Ploquin explores miming during semester abroad the heat of summer. Ingredients: It was 2:00 a.m. the day before his 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken study abroad application was due that breasts — cut into bite-sized pieces Vincent Ploquin came across an article 3 tbsp. olive oil about Tufts University. 1 tbsp. curry powder “It fit what I wanted,” said the Paris 1/4 of a medium-sized onion, diced native, “so I had to write about why 1 tsp. minced garlic Tufts was my dream even though I 1/2 a can of coconut milk didn’t know what Tufts was.” 1/2 a can of diced tomatoes once Vincent arrived on the 1/2 a can of tomato sauce — to get Medford/Somerville campus, seren- in some vegetables, Hunt’s “Chunky dipity struck again — this time at the Vegetable” sauce works well drama department’s ice cream social. 4 1/2 tsp. sugar “I went mostly to grab ice cream, to Salt and pepper to season the chicken be honest,” he said. Vincent was conversing with anoth- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. er francophone when suddenly senior In a medium-sized frying pan on a Alexis King overheard him. medium heat setting, heat the oil. Once “She is part French and got me to hot, add the curry powder, onions and sign up for the HYPE! workshop. I garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. figured that since I have an accent, Then, add the chicken, tossing to coat miming would be a good trade-off,” with the curry-powder-and-onion mix- Ploquin said. ture. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes, or until Since then, Vincent has “had a the chicken is no longer pink. wonderful time, full of surprises,” he Finally, pour in the coconut milk, said. One of the biggest surprises: tomato sauce, tomatoes and sugar, That mimes are very loud, at least stirring well. Reduce to a simmer and during conversations at meetings and Ashley Seenauth / The Tufts Daily let cook for about 30 minutes. Serve rehearsals. The English slang used by over rice. the troupe, as well as the Tufts com- This curry is definitely a keeper: not munity, has been the biggest linguistic Vincent said. 8:00 p.m. in Cohen Auditorium, HYPE! only the perfect starting point for more challenge for Ploquin. Still, he cites While Vincent will return home to will be performing a new set of skits. advanced curries, but one I’ll make time the friendliness and helpfulness of France at the end of the semester, Tickets are not required and seating will and time again. HYPE! members as one of his favorite he hopes to start a mime troupe at a be handled on a first-come, first-serve things about the troupe. Parisian university. basis. “When I spoke to President Monaco, hype! is New England’s only col- Niki Krieg is a senior who is majoring in he thought I must’ve mimed at home,” legiate mime troupe. This Sunday at —by Chris Poldoian Italian studies and history. 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Editorial THE TUFTS DAILY Da n i e l J. Ra t h m a n Editor-in-Chief Brown’s unsustainable campaign Editorial The office of Massachusetts Senator gling to survive under onerous govern- inexact science” the federal agency in Scott Brown (LA ’81) on Monday released ment regulations.” charge of this industry uses to limit Craig Frucht a letter to Whole Foods co-CEOs John Brown’s gesture might be touching if it these honest laborers. Ethan Sturm Mackey and Walter Robb condemning weren’t a laughably transparent attempt Brown is evidently trying very hard to Managing Editors the brand’s choice to stop selling sea- to pander to the Republican base — by hang on to a seat he barely won against Laina Piera Executive News Editor food that it doesn’t consider “sustain- a Republican incumbent desperate to an arrogant and lazy opponent, current Brionna Jimerson News Editors Elizabeth McKay able.” Brown is currently locked in a catch lightning in a bottle a second time. Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Mahpari Sotoudeh reelection race with Harvard University Brown has been aggressively courting Coakley, in a bitterly anti-Democratic Jenna Buckle Assistant News Editors Shana Friedman law professor and likely Democratic the state’s fishing industry ever since his political climate two years ago. It’s com- Nina Goldman Senate nominee Elizabeth Warren, and election to the Senate to replace the late monplace for politicians to use news Lizz Grainger Stephanie Haven Warren’s surge in recent polls has made Ted Kennedy in 2010. Moreover, he has stories to air their views and appeal to Leah Lazer the race a tight one. been doing everything he can to portray a demographic they’d like to win come Victoria Leistman Patrick McGrath Brown has carved a niche for him- Warren as an out-of-touch elitist, mainly election time. Melissa Wang self as a conservative counterweight to by virtue of her position as a professor But Brown has made the bewilder- Falcon Reese Executive Features Editor the otherwise overwhelmingly liberal at Harvard Law School. Brown, an attor- ing decision to publicly condemn a food Amelia Quinn Features Editors Victoria Rathsmill Massachusetts congressional delegation. ney who owns two homes, three condos chain whose business model is selling Derek Schlom He has made a habit of condemning and a timeshare in Aruba — as well as natural and organic foods for offering Hannah Fingerhut Assistant Features Editors Nadezhda Kazakova Massachusetts’ academic institutions degrees from Tufts and Boston College sustainable fish. This decision is so logi- Lily Sieradzki like Harvard as bastions of liberalism and — hardly has a leg to stand on, so it says cal for the chain that it’s barely note- has been criticizing Warren as “elitist” something about his campaign that he’s worthy. By fixating on it, Brown speaks Matthew Welch Executive Arts Editor Zach Drucker Arts Editors throughout the race. attempting to define the race within a volumes about his current situation: His Adam Kulewicz Melissa MacEwen His letter to Whole Foods expresses framework that doesn’t give him much campaign to repeat the improbable is in Anna Majeski doubt that the decision was scientifi- of an advantage. an extremely tenuous place. Even while Joseph Stile Kate Griffiths Assistant Arts Editors cally sound, instead suggesting that it The likelihood is near zero that Whole most polls give the Republican Party a Alexander Hanno stemmed from a desire for political Foods will actually reconsider its stance slight edge in Congressional elections Chris Poldoian correctness. It alleges that the brand’s based on one politician alleging that con- this year, Brown’s seat remains the most Bhushan Deshpande Executive Op-Ed Editor choice to not sell fish acquired through cern with the environment isn’t scientifi- likely to flip. David Kellogg Op-Ed Editors Seth Teleky damaging methods or depleted waters cally sound. And Brown knows that. It’s the rea- Ard Ardalan Assistant Op-Ed Editors is based on “uncertain science.” Brown In addition to expressing deep sym- son he’s doing everything he can to Yiota Kastritis Elayne Stecker then argues that the decision will “hurt pathy for fishermen struggling under cast Warren and her supporters as elit- Devon Colmer Cartoonists Massachusetts fishermen and their fami- onerous regulations, Brown managed ists — because he doesn’t have much Wes Engel lies at a time when they are already strug- to get in a dig at the “uncertain and else to run on. Louie Zong Jonathan Green Editorialists Elliot Philips Michael Restiano Carter Rogers Wes Engel Jyot Singh

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b y La u r e n Tr a i t z the two substances are treated in tandem: students on probation one. Despite this Dean of Student Affairs Bruce Reitman and If a student is issued a warning for drink- minor victory, we were far from satisfied the administration, but we’re used to fight- What is the difference between use ing, he or she can advance to probation with the results. ing hard battles. All levels and institutions of and abuse? This is the question that for the use or possession of marijuana. This semester, we proposed the Tufts American government have, since the early Massachusetts voters asked themselves This “mix and match” policy makes it far Marijuana Policy Reform Act after attend- 1980s, committed themselves to criminal- at the polls in November 2008, the ques- too easy for a student to receive a mark ing multiple meetings with several mem- izing even the responsible consumption tion that Tufts Students for Sensible Drug on his or her permanent record for an act bers of the administration. We had the of several drugs, blurring the line between Policy (SSDP) is now asking the members that is no longer considered a crime in the fortunate experience of sharing a simi- use and abuse as if the distinction does not of the Tufts community. The answer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. lar concept with those administrators of exist. And yet, it is becoming increasingly Commonwealth came in the shape of legal The current system is flawed, and not what distinguishes use and abuse. With obvious to the American people that these reform, as roughly 65 percent of voters cast only because of marijuana’s apparent lack the administration’s help, we garnered laws are outdated, draconic and scientifi- their ballots to “replace the criminal penal- of damage to the Tufts community, as evi- support from the Tufts University Police cally unsound, and so we commit ourselves ties for possession of one ounce or less of denced by this year’s astonishingly peace- Department and wrote a new referendum wholeheartedly to reforming these policies marijuana with a system of civil penalties.” ful and danger-free April 20 celebrations that would change the marijuana policy so that they can be more fit for reality. This decision transformed not only the legal (compare this to the effects of the drinking- on campus so that a student caught in The experience we had was very much process but also the distinction between intensive Spring Fling). Those who voted possession of less than or equal to one a learning one. For many of our members, use and abuse in this state. Small pos- for decriminalization in Massachusetts, the ounce would receive a fine rather than dis- it was the first time we came face to face session of marijuana is no longer a crime majority of voters, intended, among other ciplinary action, without the possibility of with the long arm of the federal govern- but a civil offense. Today in Massachusetts, things, to protect the futures of students any escalation for future like offenses. We ment’s Drug War. We are used to griping responsible users of marijuana have only from the irrational damage that formerly gathered over 250 signatures in favor of this about the War on Drugs and the terrible the equivalent consequence of a parking resulted from the responsible use of mari- referendum in one afternoon tabling at the consequences of the illegal drug trade, ticket to fear. Under state law, underage juana. The line between use and abuse Mayer Campus Center, more than enough but most of us had never had first-hand alcohol consumption remains a crime. was moved to a more reasonable position, to put this policy change on the April 24 experience with the government’s ongo- Over the past year, Tufts Students for at the possession of more than an ounce. ballot. Indeed, we began to spread the ing, but failed, efforts to diminish freedom Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) has been in And yet, although alcohol and marijuana word, telling our friends and fellow activists of substance consumption. ongoing negotiations with the administra- laws are distinct in the Commonwealth, that there would be a referendum on the I am writing this op-ed to assert that we tion to restructure the marijuana policy Tufts policies for both substances remain upcoming ballot and encouraging them to will not stop our fight. We are continuing on campus, with the goal of effectively one and the same. A student who has com- vote for decriminalization on campus. to work to encourage the administration “decriminalizing” the substance and align- mitted a criminal offense in accordance Unfortunately, our efforts were stopped to separate marijuana and alcohol policy ing campus policy with state law. As far too with state law is administered the same just a bit short. The same week that we and we are in correspondence with other many Tufts students have experienced, if punishment as a student who deserves no were gathering signatures in support of universities in Boston and across the coun- an undergraduate is caught in the act of more than a parking ticket. The possession our referendum we received an alarming try, in the hopes of igniting a larger effort to smoking a joint, they’re issued a warning. of any amount of marijuana on campus can email from an administrator, informing us incite reform on college campuses in states The student must subsequently meet with lead to marks on a permanent record, even of a new concern over a federal law called with liberal marijuana laws. Veronica Carter of Judicial Affairs and Ian though two blocks off campus the same the “Drug-Free Schools and Communities We wholeheartedly thank all of our sup- Wong of Health Service in order to pre- offense often leads to no more than the Act,” passed during the height of drug war porters for their signatures and vocal back- vent the escalation of their punishment request by an officer to “just put it out.” hysteria in 1986. The act encourages uni- ing. You are courageous individuals and a to probation one. If that same undergrad In light of this inconsistency, Tufts SSDP versities to employ punitive drug policy, continuing inspiration to us. We want to is found with any amount of marijuana decided to act. After acquiring more than or else risk losing their federal funding. encourage Tufts students to continue to again, he or she is automatically placed on 500 signatures on a petition to reform mar- We were implored to do research in the call for a decriminalized marijuana policy probation one. ijuana policy in a mere three days, we hopes that other schools had tested this on campus, and to support us in our ongo- The same policy is administered for the passed a resolution through Senate last limitation and overcome it, but it soon ing efforts to make this vision a reality. The underage consumption of alcohol. The spring. Although we did not accomplish the became apparent that we would be the conversation is far from over. progress of disciplinary consequences for change we had desired, the pressure put on first. Although we still believe our pro- the two substances is identical: warning, to the administration resulted in the reduc- posed policy would satisfy the conditions probation one and eventually to probation tion of a first offense to a warning with the of the Act, the potential risks were daunt- Lauren Traitz is a sophomore majoring in two. Despite the fact that these violations possibility of probation one, in place of the ing and the referendum was pulled. philosophy. She is the co-president of Tufts are distinguished legally and functionally, former policy, which automatically placed Tufts SSDP understands the concerns of Students for Sensible Drug Policy. Greek life? Yes. Really.

b y Ph i l Ba ll e n t i n e first place and certainly wouldn’t continue now. We disagree on and It was with consternation that I argue constantly about politics, read yesterday’s op-ed, “Pledging religion, music, philanthropy, to never rush: a criticism of Greek current events and every other life at Tufts,” by Lauren Border, issue imaginable. attacking Greek life at Tufts. Briefly, “Some say [Greek organizations the op-ed accused Tufts’ fraterni- are] known for philanthropy, and, ties and sororities of being individ- well, really?” uality-destroying, destructive insti- The op-ed’s argument against tutions with a malevolent grasp of the philanthropy of Greek houses social life on campus. starts and ends with: “really?” It Border’s assertions come flying gives no further effort to arguing in a rush of appeals to stereotypes this point, as though it should be and controversial assertions pre- obvious that Tufts’ Greek houses sented as “common knowledge.” don’t do real philanthropy. Two of its points stand out to me, In short, my response is, and I can personally respond to “Yes. Really.” them, having been a brother in Before writing those words, Theta Chi Fraternity at Tufts for Border could have talked to some the last year and having many of my brothers: for instance, Sari dear friends in other Greek houses Abboud, who brought Theta Chi across campus. together to raise $800 for the Red “Again, I ask, how much of your- Crescent in Syria after several rela- self are you willing to scrape away tives were killed in the uprising at to join a sorority/fraternity: your and crackdown. Or perhaps to Dan pride? Your health? Your overall Halpert, a senior leading Theta Chi oliver porter / the tufts daily sense of self-worth?” brothers in selling shirts to raise Thirteen percent of Tufts under- money for Bike and Build, a charity this year, Border must have seen exhibits a lack of experience or Border, I had no idea what Greek graduates are engaged in Greek that provides affordable housing the plethora of lettered men and interest in truly investigating the life at Tufts was actually like. My life. We are everywhere on campus. — and who will personally be bik- women participating. issues at hand. It appeals to stereo- discovery of the truth — that fra- To take one example among Tufts’ ing across America this summer to These are only some of the types to fill this gap in the writing. ternities and sororities are dynam- sixteen Greek organizations, Theta raise money for the same charity. Greek philanthropy events from I invite Border and anyone who ic, diverse communities of driven Chi is a collection of strong per- If she had looked at FOCUS, the this year in which I have person- agrees with her on the topic of individuals — has hugely enriched sonalities, including the President community service pre-orienta- ally participated; there are many, Tufts Greek life to actually come my experience at Tufts. I implore of the Pan-African Alliance, the tion, she might have seen that doz- many more. Border should have to our houses, talk to us and get anyone who agrees with Border’s President of Tufts Queer-Straight ens of its leaders, including the last consulted with any one of the to know us better. Our doors are recent op-ed to not be satisfied Alliance, the President of the Arab four years of coordinators, have Greek houses’ philanthropy chairs open for recruitment every semes- with stereotypes and baseless Students Association, a freshman been Theta Chi brothers. to see the tangible community ter, and our members are all over assertions and to come talk to us class president, a record-break- Outside of Theta Chi, she could service contributions our houses campus, eager to speak with any- about what Greek life at Tufts is ing track-team member, three have consulted with the Zeta Beta have made before she dismissed one what our brother- and sister- actually about instead. JumpStart educators and a co- Tau brothers who raised more them with, “Really?” But she did hoods mean to us. chair of the Programming Board, than $3,000 for Children’s Hospital not, which brings me to the big- As a freshman, I never thought to name just a few. Being in Theta Boston or the Alpha Omicron Pi gest problem with the op-ed. I would join a fraternity because Phil Ballentine is a sophomore Chi doesn’t rob us of our individu- sisters who raised almost $1,800 Like Samuel Daniel’s Mar. 14 of negative stereotypes and false majoring in Chinese. He is the ality, self-worth or pride. If it did, for juvenile arthritis this semes- op-ed entitled “No one at this assumptions about fraternities. Alumni Co-Chair in the Theta we would never have joined in the ter. If she attended Relay for Life school is racist,” Border’s op-ed Looking back, I realize that, like Chi fraternity.

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14 Th e Tu f t s Da i l y Sports Thursday, April 26, 2012 Club lacrosse prepares to make third straight title run

MEN’S CLUB LACROSSE Rosen and Marty Donovan. Senior Luke prise to a team that doesn’t lose often. and since its inception the team has continued from Back Metcalf has been out with an injury. “They had a coach and a full roster, been anything but businesslike. But play some lacrosse because we love the Young players have also stepped and we had only two subs,” Thorne the players like it that way. It works for game. There is much more of a sense of up to contribute, including freshmen said. “We will definitely be seeing them them. team than if we were intramural, and Sam Aronson and Joel Berdie, sopho- in the championship on May 6, and “We went up to UMass Lowell for a we have social events and things like more Justin Chang and junior Thomas things will probably be different.” game early in the season. Everyone was that, which you don’t really get with Galassi. To get to the championship game, exhausted, and we only had a couple intramurals. In addition, the competi- The last scheduled game of the spring the team will first have to make it subs,” Thorne said. “We also showed up tion is still fairly high.” regular season against Conn. College through the playoffs. The competition 15 minutes late, didn’t warm up or As a non-tier club team, the squad was rained out, but the team man- in the NECLL includes Western New stretch, whereas the other team had is coach-less, does not receive funding aged to finish with a 5-1 record — not England University, UMass Amherst been there warming up for a while. from Tufts and is not recognized by the including their undefeated campaign and new additions UMass Lowell and They had a coach, about 20 people university. It is led by Thorne and soph- in the fall. Before the rainout, they lost Saint Anselm. on the bench and about 30 fans in the omore vice president Jordan Brandes, to interleague rival Westfield State by According to Thorne, the league was stands.” as well as seniors Josh Wilner, Matt one goal, which came as a bit of a sur- founded in 2006 by Tufts students, “We beat them 12-6.”

Jumbos set sights on qualifying for nationals at New England Championships

SAILING Overall, the team finished with points against tough competition. “It was a good regatta overall,” continued from Back 438 points, narrowly edged by SUNY Meanwhile, Tufts’ B division was led Makaretz said. “It was up-and-down Dan Nickerson represented the Jumbos Maritime College’s 439, to place fifth at by junior skipper Mariel Marchand, for a while, then the conditions wors- in the C division, a single, non-dinghy the event. backed by a rotating crew of sopho- ened, but there was some awesome (laser) division. “We’re looking toward the national mores Barbara Murray, Makaretz and racing. Ken actually predicted that we The A and B divisions, both din- semifinals at the Naval Academy in three Julie Pringle. They added 179 points to would get eighth, and that’s where we ghy races, scored consistently despite weeks,” Soriano said. “The Admiral’s the Jumbos’ total in what was a roller- ended up.” increased winds across both days of the Cup was a good tune up, but there’s coaster day, with finishes ranging from While the women’s season is now competition, compiling total scores of going to be a lot of work between now runner-up in several races to 15th in complete, the co-ed squad will com- 131 and 135, respectively. The compe- and then to stay sharp.” others. pete in team races at the New England tition was highlighted by a first-place For the women’s team, this weekend “According to [coach Ken Legler], this Championships, where the top three finish in the 18th race of the A division was highlighted by the NEISA Women’s regatta was the most competitive wom- teams will qualify directly for nationals. and numerous other runner-up finishes Championship, Reed Trophy hosted by en’s regatta for this season,” Makaretz “It’s not going to be easy to qualify, for both squads. Nickerson, sailing solo Boston College. said. “NEISA, the conference we’re in, but we definitely have a shot,” Soriano in the laser division, tallied 172 points, The Jumbos’ A division — handled by has a lot of awesome teams, and it’s said. “Although we may have been a highlighted by a fourth-place finish in junior skipper Natalie Salk and junior considered as competitive or even more little off-pace this spring in team rac- the seventh race. crew Amelia Quinn, who is also a fea- competitive than nationals.” ing, we’ve shown that we can win team “We sailed well both days,” Soriano said. tures editor for the Daily, in races one The Jumbos finished eighth out of racing events last fall such as at the Hap “I think the regatta was a really good expe- through six and 13 through 17, and 17 participating teams with a total Moore Team Racing Intersectional.” rience builder for Dan, as we will probably sophomore Sara Makaretz in races score of 297 points, putting them just The New England Championships be counting on him in the future to fill one seven through 12 — managed sixth one spot shy of earning a spot in the will be hosted by MIT on the Charles of our laser divisions at Navy regattas.” place within their group, scoring 118 national semifinals. River on Saturday and Sunday.

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Pregame superstition Tufts class of 2016 better With the first overall In a perfect world, _____ pick, I select _____ I would _____ this summer

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INSIDE NBA Champions continued from Back Without World Peace, the Lakers lose overthrown an elite perimeter defender capable of guarding multiple positions — not to mention an emerging offensive threat. arcelona are not immortal. After Fortunately for the Thunder, Harden, losing to Real Madrid over the who is their primary playmaker and weekend and, in effect, ensuring contributor off the bench and is in the the La Liga title for Madrid, Chelsea discussion for Sixth Man of the Year Bdrew 2-2 at Camp Nou, knocking Barca out accolades, was cleared to return to of the Champions League. After a 1-0 vic- action yesterday. tory at Stamford Bridge in which Chelsea The Lakers will feel the loss of Artest dove, defended and frustrated Barcelona in the opening round. If they advance, into submission, fans of the sport and though, they could meet the Thunder experts alike all accused Chelsea of play- in a star-studded, bad blood-infused ing “ugly” soccer and making a mockery Western Conference Semifinals of the beautiful game. Well, I have news matchup. for them: Success is not measured by aes- thetic means nor how much possession Superman sidelined a team can retain. The scoreline, and the For those sick of hearing about all- scoreline alone, is what separates champi- world center Dwight Howard, this lat- ons from runners-up. Chelsea proved their est news should come as a treat: He tactics from the first leg were no fluke. won’t be playing anymore this sea- Barcelona has dominated the football son. It’s been a disappointing year world for the past three seasons, fre- for Howard, as his off-court drama quently eliciting remarks from commen- has completely overshadowed anoth- tators that they are perhaps the great- er productive campaign. He certain- est club team of all time. Teams have ly does not deserve to be named to attempted to full-field press them, as A.C. another All-NBA First Team or to win Milan did in the previous round. Teams another Defensive Player of the Year have tried to attack toe-to-toe with them Award. Though he was able to domi- and mimic their style. Teams have even nate at times and carried the Magic literally tried to butcher and hurt them to the number-six seed in the Eastern to disrupt their game. I’m looking at Conference, he often looked complete- you, Pepe and Real Madrid. And while ly apathetic on the court. Barca have occasionally faltered, they With the centerpiece of the team — have always come through when it mat- or, more accurately, the entire team tered most, as their three straight La Liga — gone, the Magic secured the sixth titles and two Champions League crowns seed last night with a narrow victory in the past three years can attest. That over the lowly Charlotte Bobcats. In all came crashing down Tuesday night. the process, they staved off the surging While Barcelona ceded the La Liga title New York Knicks, who were threatening to Madrid, a victory over Chelsea would to surpass them for the sixth seed, and have still put Barca at odds to win the likely set up a dream Knicks-Heat first- title. Messi and company’s season rested round matchup. on a Champions League title. Knicks address Amar’e problem I wrote two weeks ago that Chelsea’s After missing 13 straight games with only chance for victory was to sit back a herniated disc in his back, Amar’e and counter through Didier Drogba up Stoudemire looked doubtful to make MCT top. Only if vintage Drogba showed up did a pre-playoff return. However, he has After missing 13 games with a herniated disc, Amar’e Stoudemire has returned for the Chelsea stand a chance, and Drogba put timed his comeback to allow him to Knicks, giving them added star power but forcing Tyson Chandler to share the paint. in a performance reminiscent of his domi- play a few games before the post- nance a few years ago. Chelsea stuck to the season starts, giving Knicks interim the right move might be to start Paul Millsap and Derrick Favors com- blueprint and scraped out a 1-0 victory at head coach Mike Woodson the tough Chandler to set the tone defensively, ing off the bench, and they have rid- home, and then traveled to Camp Nou, job of simultaneously getting one of then insert Stoudemire to create a den their coattails all the way to the where Barcelona has a near-perfect record. his stars up to speed and getting the mismatch at the five-spot and gener- eighth seed. The Blues went down 1-0. Their captain, team ready for a tough first-round ate some offense. Having Chandler The trio’s reliable offensive game and John Terry, was sent off just minutes later. matchup, likely against the Heat. and Stoudemire rotate at center also strength on the glass — each player They went down 2-0. At that moment, One possible solution: Have allows Carmelo Anthony to match up averages over two offensive rebounds no one — maybe including the players Stoudemire come off the bench. against the opponent’s power forward, per game — give the Jazz one of the on their own squad — believed Chelsea This would have sounded heretical who will have no answer for Anthony’s most promising emerging front-courts could find a way to advance. Down two at the beginning of the season, but wealth of offensive moves. in the league. It remains to be seen if goals and a player — not to mention that with Stoudemire nursing an injury, it the Jazz can be successful without a their other center back went off with an makes perfect sense now. Stoudemire’s Jazz snag last playoff spot truly elite perimeter scorer, but per- injury 12 minutes into the match — it was offensive numbers have dipped this The Jazz’s playoff berth is big news, haps March Madness darling Gordon impossible to conceive that Chelsea could year because he has had to share not only because they lost their super- Hayward will be that missing link. Still, find a way to triumph. the paint with Tyson Chandler, the star point guard, Deron Williams, and Jefferson has proven this season that There were many heroes. There was Knicks’ defensive anchor. The team their legendary head coach, Jerry he can be the closer in crunch time. Ramires — who made the gallivanting is not the same defensively without Sloan, but also because their two lot- Come playoff time, the Jazz will run to assist on their goal in the previ- Chandler on the floor — much like tery picks from last year’s draft — Enes play the role of “up-and-coming team ous game — who received a beautiful the Mavericks during their run last Kanter and Alec Burks — haven’t been with nothing to lose” against the aging ball from Lampard and sublimely lifted year — but Stoudemire also needs to especially productive. All year, the Jazz Spurs. Last year, the Spurs lost to a sim- it over Victor Valdes to make it 2-1. There be productive offensively if the Knicks have been relying on their front-court ilar — albeit more talented — Memphis was Petr Cech, who put forth his best want to advance in the playoffs. Thus, trio of Al Jefferson, deserving All-Star Grizzlies squad in the first round. performance of the season as Barcelona incessantly peppered him with 67 shots over the course of the two matches. There was Fernando Torres, whose spell with Chelsea has been more of a prank than a Tall recruiting class will complement perimeter-heavy roster professional relationship. It has become almost tragic watching a player’s con- MEN’S BASKETBALL at Phillips Andover Academy. His size few pickup games with the current fidence wither into that of a little boy’s. continued from Back and interior presence should lessen Jumbos, Palleschi quickly formed a As Torres ran down alone towards Valdes A taller, more hard-nosed model of the defensive burden on other post bond with his future teammates. and the Barcelona net, I truly expected Tufts’ reigning NESCAC Rookie of the players like junior Scott Anderson, and “They don’t play selfishly at all,” something laughable to happen. But he Year freshman Ben Ferris, Haladyna coupled with Roswald — a pick-and- he said. “[Freshman] C.J. [Moss] and expertly rounded the keeper and scored also received an offer from Bentley and pop Chicago native with solid three- [sophomore] Kwame [Firempong], they his most meaningful goal against his fel- interest from Stonehill, Assumption point range — Palleschi gives the understand that if someone’s open in low countrymen. And finally, there was and Ivy League schools like Brown. Jumbos a gaudily tall incoming class the post, they’re going to get it to him luck. Without it, you don’t beat Barca. He opened communication with head that should complement a perimeter- right away. I liked that no one on the Messi missed a penalty kick in the 49th coach Bob Sheldon and assistants heavy returning roster. team was trying to be a superstar.” minute and hit the post in the 83rd. For Keith Zalaski and Matt Malone while “I’m very physical in the post,” said Of the four recruits, Kilgore certainly one night, he wasn’t the best player in the he was playing AAU ball with the Palleschi, who is also a pitcher and has the farthest to travel for matricula- world, and one night was all it took. Mass Rivals. Per NCAA and NESCAC first baseman and would become the tion, an expedition compared to the Looking forward, Chelsea will play rules, the coaches are prohibited from first baseball-basketball athlete at mere miles separating Palleschi and Bayern Munich in the final. They will speaking to the media about recruits Tufts since Brian Shapiro (LA ’03). “I Haladyna from the Hill. The Spruce Creek again be a heavy underdog. They will at this time. know I’m not going to be the most tal- (Fla.) High senior had a visit scheduled be beyond depleted, as Terry, Ramires, “I declared early because I knew ented, but that doesn’t mean I can’t be at MIT when Tufts called following an Branislav Ivanovic and Raul Meireles all it was the right place for me,” said the hardest working. I’ll go in with that AAU tournament. He didn’t particularly picked up suspensions due to cards. The Haladyna, who was also named to the mentality. I’ll get lower, more physical like things over in Cambridge; Medford replacements won’t be world class, but ESPNBoston.com MIAA All-State team. and hit them before they hit me.” was a different story. after all, it is sports. Sometimes effort and “I felt comfortable with the coaches, Palleschi narrowed his college choic- “I watched a couple of their games, discipline can conquer supreme talent and they really sold me on the future es down to Tufts and Amherst, but the and I feel like I would fit right into the and reputation. of the basketball program.” decision wasn’t that hard. Most of his way they play,” Kilgore said. “Good pass- Palleschi, on the other hand, is a recruitment process was spent talk- ing, moving without the ball. Everyone 6-foot-8, 250-pound back-to-the-bas- ing to Zalaski, a 2006 Amherst gradu- has a high basketball IQ. The school is a Alex Arthur is a sophomore majoring in ket bruiser who finished with more ate. His parents will be able to attend great setup for me.” economics and English. He can be reached than 1,000 career points and rebounds every game from nearby, and after a The feeling is mutual. at [email protected]. 16

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Men’s Basketball Sailing

A tall order: Height key for b y Al e x Pr e w i t t incomingDaily Editorial class Board When Steve Haladyna walked into Cousens Gym, he was immediately struck by the court’s style. The dou- ble staircase ascending to the locker rooms, the balconies overlooking the hardwood, it all felt so old-fashioned. He fell in love with Cousens. He fell in love with Tufts. Haladyna, a senior at St. John’s Prep in Danvers, Mass., is one of four incoming freshmen who together comprise a sterling recruiting class assembled by the men’s basketball coaching staff. In less than a month, the Jumbos will graduate Alex Orchowski, James Long and Peter Saba, two forwards and a center whose average height is 6-foot-6. So Tufts focused its recruiting atten- tion on post players, securing com- mitments from the 6-foot-5 Haladyna, 6-foot-8 Tom Palleschi, 6-foot-6 Brian Kilgore and 6-foot-7 Zach Roswald, the Daily has confirmed. Restocking the lineup never seemed such a tall task. Courtesy Andy Weisman All four recruits applied and were After placing fifth out of 19 teams at the Admiral’s Cup King’s Point, the co-ed sailing team is now looking ahead to the New England Team accepted via early decision, bringing Racing Championships at MIT this weekend. with them national-caliber pedigrees from across the country to a team that this past season finished over .500 for the second time since 2006-07. A self-described slashing small for- ward, Haladyna was an All-Scholastic selection at St. John’s, where he helped b y An d y Wo n g For the co-ed team, the biggest event sisted of sophomore skipper William lead the Eagles to the Div. I state title Senior Staff Writer of the weekend was the prestigious Haeger along with classmate crew in his junior season and finished as Mid-Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Paula Grasberger. Senior tri-captain the program’s all-time second leading This past weekend marked a cru- Association’s (MAISA) Admiral’s Cup, a Massimo Soriano combined with junior scorer, averaging 22.4 points and 9.5 Co-edcial moment for sailing Tufts’ sailing teams, takes tri-division intersectionalfifth at regatta Admiral’s host- Madeline Luce and Cup freshman Duncan rebounds per game. providing their last opportunity of the ed at King’s Point where the Jumbos Swain in the B division, and freshman season to sail in regattas before the took fifth place in a field of 19 teams. see MEN’S BASKETBALL, page 15 playoffs get underway. Tufts’ A division for the weekend con- see SAILING, page 14

Inside NBA Men’s Club Lacrosse

b y Ca m e r o n Yu b y G.J. Vi t a l e attackman Ashton Imlay Late-seasonDaily Staff Writer headlines with ClubSenior Stafflacrosse Writer shooting is also back, serving as the A condensed NBA regular The men’s club lacrosse team team’s treasurer. In last year’s postseasonseason that had no shortage of implications forhas the Norththree-peat East Collegiate final four games, Imlay pro- headlines will come to a close Lacrosse League (NECLL) duced six goals and added today, giving us a brief moment finals in its sights. Many of three assists. to reflect on what has been the players have been there “The quality of play- a wild, 66-game campaign. As before, and it’s becoming the ers and team cohesion has the NBA’s second season — norm for a team that’s won always been a constant sur- the postseason — approach- the last two league champi- prise to me,” senior defense- es, some of the storylines that onships, most recently beat- man Jacob Schiller said. “The made the playoff race so fun ing UMass Amherst 11-5 in players all come from differ- to watch will continue to have 2011. ent backgrounds and social significant implications. Here Not bad for a team that circles but mesh together are some of the biggest stories practices just once a year. amazingly well.” to keep an eye on during the Though this year’s squad The success of the team is playoffs: is without sophomore goal- due in large part to the sheer keeper Emmett Mercer, who talent level of Tufts’ varsity World Peace kills two birds posted 13 saves in last year’s lacrosse program. With many with one elbow championship effort and is varsity hopefuls getting cut, After playing his way into now studying abroad, many the club team receives a con- shape and putting up numbers other talented players have stant infusion of high-quality the Lakers haven’t seen since returned and led the team to talent. Most of the newcom- their last championship run, a 5-1 regular season record ers are introduced to the team Metta World Peace (formerly this spring. One key piece in the fall, when the players Ron Artest) finally looked like is senior Adam Mandell, are just starting to get accli- he would be a key contributor who had five goals and five mated to the team and seeing to a Lakers team that was start- assists in the team’s final four what kind of squad they will ing to look like a contender. But games last season and was become in the spring. he managed to all but derail twice named to the South “Here, there is much less their hopes of a deep playoff Carolina All-State team in time commitment, and we push when he committed an high school. are much more laid back than egregious foul on the Thunder’s Another crucial returner varsity,” senior attackman James Harden, elbowing him in is senior midfielder Chris and team president Andy the head and thus earning him- MCT Mutzel, who not only serves Thorne said of club lacrosse’s self a seven-game suspension. Just as the Lakers were starting to look like championship contenders, an integral role on the field appeal. “We are all just in it to Metta World Peace received a seven-game suspension for planting an but is also a league commis- see INSIDE NBA, page 15 elbow into the head of the Thunder’s James Harden. sioner for the NECLL. Senior see MEN’S CLUB LACROSSE, page 14