Friday, April 20, 2007

• — - oncoraian Krauses retire after 81 years combined service By SARAH DAY Staff Writer

Don and Helen Krause will be retiring gltVfinallyVspri'ng,;. August 31 this year aftet a combined 81 ' •oni

year, including gaining better ^B\ ™ *-• Mary Aldrich, sales manager at MinnKota Recycling, communication between provided a document with comparative numbers, the 2006 students and SGA and improving Recycling Volume Activity report. Concordia recycled an the Martin Luther King Jr. Day average of 67.81 pounds of material per capita in 2006. The celebrations. number was 14.75 at NDSU and 20.87 at MSUM. Aldrich Jordan Sing, next year's said Concordia's program was "excellent," rivaling that of any SGA vice president, said that school in the region and probably the state. improving communication Mark Dixon, stockroom supervisor at the Physical Plant, is between students and SGA is STAFF PHOTOS BY DANIELLE HARMS widely recognized as the man in charge of Concordia's recycling the most important issue on his efforts, yet he cautioned that recycling should be a last resort. agenda Zach Kenz, above, and Jordon Sing, right, have a "Reduce is first," he said, "Rinse out that pop bottle and variety of plans for next year, such as hosting more "Student body government fill it with water, Just once and you've doubled the value of the Martin Luther King Day events, increasing handicap was not really accessible," Sing accessibility, establishing new Intervlsitation poli- petroleum that was refined to produce that plastic. 'Reduce, said. "We want to let people cies, and refining the class representative positions, reuse, recycle' starts at the grassroots." know how to contact us. That is as well as the new constitution. That is not to say that Dixon discounts the importance a huge thing." of recycling. Physics lab technician Don Brummond said the The reasons why First, the entire organization of were not worked out as effectively that mattered to their classes, college's program is "entirely dependent on Mark's presence com munication between students SGA changed this year beginning this year, Hanson said. because they were busy fulfilling and enthusiasm. That and the goodwill of our custodial staff and SGA was not as successful as with the constitution as well as SGA will have to define the work in various committees, and the students who work with us." SGA had wished were due to the the class representative positions, position oi class representatives Hanson said. The college recycles a variety of materials, but the sale oi newpositions and difficulties with which were divided into two differently next year, Hanson SGA's Web site also caused aluminum to MinnKota essentially pays for the rest of the the Web site, according to SGA committees. Still, the changes said. The students didn't have adviser, Chelle Lyons Hanson. will be an ongoing task, as some enough time to work on issues SGA plansto page 4 Recycling ••page 3

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This style of "just-in-time cooking," as Hogenson calls it, fits with the Korn Krib will move to a temporary location' in the SARAH DAY Features/Lifestyle Editor DS' goal to prepare and present food more like a restaurant. Normandy on April 29, where it will reopen on May 1. DANIELLE HANCE A&E Editor "More of the formal preparation will take place out in front oi the Partitions in the north end of the Normandy are under ASHLEY HARTLEY Sports Editor customer," Hogenson said. Equipment will be conducive to this type construction to provide a space for the Korn Krib. Manager ANDREA PULSCHER Graphics Editor/Designer of cooking. jason Giffey said he thinks the Korn Krib will probably DANIELLE HARMS Photo Editor "New equipment will be built for smaller quantities, but more remain at the Normandy location throughout the next ASHLEY BERGEN Copy Editor frequent use. Current equipment is more supportive of quantity food school year. MARINMOOBERRY Copy Editor cooking," Hogenson said. The move will also mean a few inventory changes. The SARAH DAY Staff Writer While a change in cooking strategies will improve the freshness Korn Krib will discontinue carrying items that the Normandy RICKFERRERA Staff Writer of food, so will purchasing choices. For example, fresh vegetables will already sells, such as coffee and sub sandwiches. KATIE HEDBERG Staff Writer replace many oi the frozen vegetables currently offered. "Between the two areas, we'll carry everything we've got JOEKLEMANN Staff Writer In order to get student feedback valuable to building the new now," but some things might be moved to the Normandy, CHELSEA KLINE Staff Writer menu, DS has started a Facebook group under the name "DS Input Giffey said. Group." Facebook is helpful because DS is often "information starved" The espresso and smoothie machines will now operate JULIANE RENK Staff Writer with respect to students1 opinions, Rice said. The group was started in from the Normandy instead oi the Korn Krib. However, LAURA TREBS Features Writer conjunction with Student Government to "open a productive dialogue the Korn Krib will continue to offer the grocery items it BRITTNEY CHRISTY Lifestyle Writer on what people want to see changed," Rice said. currently carries. SARAH HOFFBECK Lifestyle Writer Student comments on the group's wall have led to changes within Korn Krib student workers will retain their jobs. SARAH WASSBERG Lifestyle Writer DS, Rice said. Several students posted comments asking for more However, some may be transferred to the Normandy since ANDY CAMPBELL A&E Writer fresh fruits. Though they will continue to offer canned fruits, DS now business there is expected to increase, Giffey said. ANDREW HANSON A&E Writer plans to add more fresh fruits next year to complement their nutrition CHRIS MILLER A&E Writer goals. MATT SM IT A&E Writer Some changes have already taken place thanks to the Facebook Day/Night of Peace group. When the quesadilla bar was reverted back into a stir-fry station, LISAJOHNSON Sports Writer Day of Peace: Night of Peace: one student posted a Facebook comment asking for tortillas. Since BUDDHINIE • Speakers at 1 p.m. • Centrum at 8:30 p.m. many oi' the ingredients needed for a quesadilla are already found at KODITUWAKKU Business Manager • Moment of Silence • Speakers: President the salad bar, DS provided tortillas so that students could continue MICHAEL ORILALL Advertising Manager with 33 Bell Toll at 1 p.m. Jolicoeur speaking making their own quesadillas at the stir-fry station. KARA COOK Circulation Director • Prayer Time • Vigil DS also uses the group to recruit students to taste-testing panels. • Prayer Time Students are choosing the crust, sauce and toppings for next year's Faculty Adviser CATHY MCMULLEN house-made pizzas, Hogenson said. Banner available for signing in Knutson Center area to PAMELAJOLICOEUR Publisher DS will continue to respond to student input in an effort to improve send messages of hope to Virginia Tech students1 dining experiences now and in the future. She hopes the new The purpose of The ConcordiiW h to affirm the mission menu will prevent students from getting bored, Hogenson said. of Concordia College by cultivating thoughtful and informed "My hope is that students will find something that they like students, faculty and staff through the awareness and discus- Ferrera named next everyday," Hogenson said of the new menu. sion of college, local, national and world affairs. This includes students with special diet needs. Opinions expressed in The Concordian do not necessar- ily reflect those oi Concordia's student body, faculty, staffer "I want students who have restricted diets...to still have many Concordian editor administration. options, to not feel limited or bored with the options they have," The Student Affairs committee has appointed Rick Fer- Distribution on campus is free and is funded in part by the Hogenson said. rera as next year's Editor-in-Chief of The Concordian. Student Activity Fee. She also hopes the new menu and the new facility will encourage Ferrera, a junior majoring m history and Spanish, is cur- students to expand their diets, to try new ethnic foods and make rently employed as a staff writer for The Concordian. From 901 8th St S FPO 104 News (218) 299-3826 healthier choices, Hogenson said. DS has taken the selection, Burnsville/Apple Valley Minn., he looks forward to the Fjelstad Hall BO3 Sales (218) 299-3827 preparation and presentation oi food into consideration in working challenge of accurately reflecting what's going on next year. Moorhead, MN 56562 Fax (218) 299-4313 toward these goals. He's looking for some fresh new voices to join the staff. "I think we'll be able to display the food at the new center in a way Contact him at [email protected] if you have something to 11 [email protected] cordadd(a)cord.edu that is more appealing to the student, Hogenson said. say and want to join. Five professors to retire at semester's end; one will return in spring

By JOE KLEMANN A 16-year professor in mathematics "It's just been a wonderful place to for rest yet, however. He is already David Moewes. Staff Writer and computer science, Haglund will work," he said. involved in the creation of a social Hallquist is retiring after 24 years return because of the unsuccessful Before teaching at Concordia, work program at Trinity Lutheran at Concordia. She is a professor of As the year draws to an end, the search tor a replacement professor. Haglund taught high school math and College. Yet, when he does decide family and nutrition sciences. time has come to say goodbye to five When he finally begins his retirement, physics in Minnesota for 26 years. to settle down, he plans to return to Engebretsen is retiring after 22 Concordia faculty members who will though, Haglund plans to continue For Harvey Stalwick, professor Canada where his family is located. years of service at Concordia. He be retiring after the current academic his work with Habitat for Humanity, of church professions, sociology, "Here you have the freedom to teaches in the Scandinavian studies year. A dinner honoring the retirees an organization for which he is the and social work, retirement from combine faith and learning up-front," department and is currently chair of was held Wednesday, April 18. campus advisor. Haglund also said he Concordia is bittersweet. Stalwick is a he said. the department, Of the five, however, one of would like to travel across the country 1960 graduate of Concordia and has Stalwick has also been the David Moewes is retiring after 38 these faculty members, will remain and possibly spend the winters down taught on campus for 13 years. Before coordinator for the Lilly Call to Serve years at Concordia. He is a professor of at Concordia next year. Although he south. When asked what his favorite Concordia, Stalwick taught social work program for the last five years. business, economics and accounting. is officially retiring this year, Roger aspect about Concordia was, Haglund at the University of Regina, located in Other retirees include Mary Haglund will return in the spring. couldn't pinpoint one particular area. Canada, for 22 years. He has no time Hallquist, Rune Engebretsen, and

Campus l^alendar Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 4/20 4/24 4/26 12 p.m. Business Ethics All day. Cornstock 4 p.m. Oratorio 4 p.m. Faculty Senate 8 a.m. Engaging the 11:30 a.m. Spring 5:30 p.m. Senior Fare- Luncheon -JCS & Soccer Field Concert -Birkeland Lounge Faith Community Colloquium Ban- well Banquet -Birkeland Lounge -Memorial Audito- with Prevention Ef- quet -Memorial Audito- 11 a.m. Graduation rium forts -Frida Nilsen rium 12 p.m. Corporation Weekend Hours -Grant Center/East Lounge Meeting -Cobber Bookstore 6 p.m. Friendship Room "Centrum Family 6:30 p.m. Spring Se- 8 a.m. Campus Garage -Birkeland Lounge 10 p.m. Mass of nior Athlete Event 5:30 p.m. Founders Sale Exodus -Grant East/Oak Day Banquet -Lawn of East Com- 6 p.m. Physics Se- -Centrum -Memorial Auditorium plex nior Banquet 7 p.m. Lilly Voca- -Frida Nilsen Lounge tion Research Schol- 8:30 p.m. Night of 12 p.m. Cornstock ars Lecture Peace Picnic 9 p.m. Sunday Night -Birkeland Lounge -Centrum -East Lawn at East: Music by all worship bands -Grant Center The Concord\an newe April 20, 2007 3 Scan Studies department: One year after being cut in half

Engebretsen said, "not as a By KATIE HEDBERG an independent study or as a and 10 Norwegian minors. Staff Writer study abroad option. Stevens is But these are not the only compensation for lack of course Scan Studies chair, Engebmtsen, to retire in strong support of studying students affected by the cuts. offerings." At the end of this &&nie&ten Rutie En^&hret'B&n, profee&or Last year the Scandinavian abroad. This past summer, she Currently, there are 37 students The 2007-08 school year is m\d department chair, will be,tavifigj Concordia He has t^feti Studies department experienced attended the International enrolled in the Scandinavian the true test for the department. a position B& 0 ree&arch professor at the University of serious cuts to their program. Summer School at the University Studies in the Modern World Both Engebretsen and Berg are Massachusetts Amheret. The administration voted to cut of Oslo in Norway. She will be course. The majority of these leaving Concordia. While he will still do &ome selective teaching, his main focus the department in half, reducing living in Norway this summer students are not even majors or "Next year is the real will be studying the writings of Henrik Ibsen. Engebrstsen uriil the teaching staff to one faculty as well. minors, Engebretsen said. transition year with a new work with a t&am of scholars on the project, which h&e r&cdved member. The changes, which "The administration has "This is indicative of the professor and a new department partial funding from the Royal Norwegian Foreign Ministry. were implemented fall 2006, encouraged study abroad, which broad interest in all things chair," Stevens said. "Next year The project is a collaborative effort with the University of have caused the department I think is great," she said. "But Scandinavian at Concordia," will be key." Oslo in Norway. to adapt to these recent there are people who can't Engebretsen said. "The college One new faculty member, ibsen is considered by many to be the foremost playwright developments. afford it or it doesn't work into owes it to its heritage." Milda Ostrauskaite, has of modem times. According to Engebretsen his works have The department has their schedule or they just want Stevens agrees. The been hired to replace them. been performed "as much or possibly, more than Mflism Shakespeare's." Some of his most famous worke Include "A adjusted to the cuts in the to stay at Concordia all four program is an essential part of Ostrauskaite holds a Ph.D. from Doll House" md "feer t3yntf academic course load by offering years. I don't think study abroad Concordia's past, just like its the University of Wisconsin Scandinavian Studies classes in should be the only option." spiritual traditions, she said. Madison. other departments. In the fall Entry level Norwegian "What if somebody decided The department chair enhance the program with Tove Sethre-Hofstad said. "We want of 2007, courses will be offered (Norwegian 111), which used to cut the religion department?" position will also change hands. Dahl, the dean of Skogfjorden. to get students energized about through the history, philosophy to be offered in two sections Stevens said. "There would Psychology professor Lisa Sethre- "We vva n t to forge a new the courses. We need student and political science programs. is now only offered in one fall be a huge outcry. But that's Hofstad has been appointed the connection," Sethre-Hofstad interest, input, energy and ideas. Chair of cheScandinavianstudies section. This is detrimental - what they're doing to ournew head of the Scandinavian said. "There are multiple I'm really excited to see what department, Rune Engebretsen, to the department's future, department." Studies Department. Sethrie- opportunities to improve your rhe students want and what said this is a positive thing for Engebretsen said. He urges the One of the keys to Hoffstad is a graduate of the language skills through the input they can provide for the the department. Junior Hannah administration to re-instigate maintaining and improving the program and spent a year living language village. There hasn't program." Stevens, a Norwegian minor, two sections of beginning program is sufficient staffing, in Norway. been as close oi a connection as For Engebretsen, the student agrees. Norwegian. Engebretsen said. Despite the issues the 1 think there should be." perspective is the most important "We haven't seen classes "We're reducing the intake," "This program can't succeed program has recently faced, Sethre-Hofstad has also met thing to be considered regarding like that for a couple of years," Engebretsen said. "If theshort oi two full-time faculty Sethre-Hofstad is hopeful with the new professor and they the program. Stevens said. "It's exciting ... program is going to grow at the members," he said. about the Scandinavian Studies are working on ways to enhance "My most distinctive honor The college has responded well core, if there are going to be Since Engebretsen has been department's future. the program. Discussions will at Concordia has been the daily by going to other departments more majors and minors, then on teaching leave this year, "I'm feeling really good continue into the summer. work I have done with students, and cross-listing courses." we need to increase the intake." Assistant Professor Sharon about the program," she said. "There are tons of ideas and in class and out oi class," he However, the course changes Students involved in the Berg has had to take on the "Yes there were certain changes tons oi passion and energy to be said. "I am grateful that these won't be able to help in other Scandinavian Studies program majority of the Scandinavian that made everyone think about devoted," she said. "Yes, there invigorating young people areas, Engebretsen said. have three options in which to studies classes. Often times she what we need to do ... Do we were changes, but I'm really entrusted me with a part of their "There will be shortage of major or minor. They are able was teaching on an overload, have to be creative.7 Yes. But it confident that the program will education, carried out in the the bread and butter courses," he to minor in either Norwegian Engebretsen said. will encourage us to look at grow." spirit oi the liberal arts so dear said, "especially in language." or Scandinavian Studies or Because of the lack of faculty, areas we may not have looked at For Sethre-Hofstad, the first to me. 1 treasure the memory Currently, five sections of major in Scandinavian Studies. several students have had to before." step will be student passion and of those students and pray that Norwegian are being offered Currently, there are 20 students turn to other options. The One of these areas is through input. She hopes to outreach their lives will bear fruit for — one per semester. The second either majoring or minoring number of independent studies a renewed connection with to more than just majors and good. That's what Concordia section of third-year Norwegian in the Scandinavian Studies has increased. Frequently, they Skogfjorden, the Norwegian minors within the program. is all about. May we never lose (Norwegian 312) is not being department: five Scandinavian turned out to be regular classes. Concordia Language Village. "We nor only looking at sight of that." offered this year. Instead, the Studies majors, five "Independentstudies should Sethre-Hofstad has already reaching out to current students, course will have to be taken as Scandinavian Studies minors take place at an advanced level," discussed possible ways to but also how draw students in,"

KraUSes/Couple received various awards throughout Recyc I i n g/Fluorescent paper hinders process years, including Flaat and Athletic Hall of Fame awards Continued from page 1

Continued from page 1 program, according to Dixon. a good shot. At the time Don started working the best of the first bonfire, and Tablet of Honor for their dedication He also mentioned concerns about the use oi "Since 1951 I've only watched with the car pool, Concordia only continues helping with the pallets. to the Kiwanis of Moorhead. Such fluorescent paper on campus. two games where I wasn't on top of had four station wagons rentals, "Students, faculty and staff— an award is exceptional, not only "If MinnKota finds a full bag of shredded a pole or stadium taking pictures," which were mostly used by the there's a connecting line oi what because normally only one member paper and they see one shred of fluorescent Krause said. athletic department, he said. The we enjoy doing," Helen said. "It is honored at a time, but also because paper in there, they can leave the whole bag," Krause has recorded over 800 car pool now consists oi 25 cars never was a job, never felt like a job only Don is officially a member oi he said, however, he noted that the college has a varsity games and junior varsity and and 25 vans, as well as 50 vehicles because you like doing it." Kiwanis. Helen was so involved good relationship with MinnKota, so they would more rhan 200 high school games at the Concordia Language Villages Don and Helen have helped with with the organization that she was probably take it anyway and deal with it later. since 1951. He played and coached and about 100 canoes and boats, Corn Feeds across the state, at first, honored, too. Aldrich echoed his concerns. tennis when he was a student, all oi which the college owns. The bringing in army field stoves and, as Don received the Ole and Lucy "Fluorescent dye goes all the way through though he said his favorite sport is vehicles are now used by more than of five years ago, switching to large Flaat Distinguished Service Award the paper and diminishes the quality oi the end baseball. just the athletic department, such as turkey cookers. in 1989, and Helen received it in product [if it were to be recycled]," she said. Helen Krause came to Concordia classes in all areas of study and many "We've pretty much worked 2006. In 2002 Don was inducted MinnKota attempts to pull fluorescent paper in 1952 and completed a one-year campus organizations. Don andtogether as a team," Helen said. into Concordia's Athletic Hall of out of any material they receive, but it's a hassle program Concordia offered at Helen have played important roles at "If we hadn't enjoyed doing it we Fame; he's proud that his plaque is to the company. the time for a secretarial course. the car pool. Helen mainly schedules wouldn't have stayed this long." the only one of its kind without an "We just really wish people would discontinue She began working at a bank in vehicles and group registration for A few weeks ago Don turned ending lifetime date. using it. It's like throwing a red shirt in with your Moorhead, until she came to work vehicles and interacts with most of 74, and Helen celebrated her 73rd Don believes they'll stick around white underwear - it'll all be pink," Aldrich in the Concordia business office as the people who come into the office, birthday not long after in Atlanta for a while to help1 train in whoever said. a secretary in April 1956. Don came while Don takes care of the vehicles, with her twin grandchildren. One takes their places, since there are Fluorescent paper is often used for its to the business office frequently is the purchasing agent and also thing they are also celebrating is many little and large details to visibility. with deposits from the car pool, so interacts with customers. their health. grasp. The quality of the product produced by the he talked with Helen a lot. Werner Colling, treasurer and "I've been lucky, been pretty "It's not just handing over recycling process is important because post- It was all uphill from there for the vice president for business affairs, healthy most of my life," Don said. vehicles," Don said. "It's insurance, consumer content products are bought and sold pair; they were married in 1957, by said that the way the Krauses went "I had two eye implants and only purchasing, scheduling, knowing in the market just like any other goods. Aldrich former Concordia President Joseph the extra mile for everyone was missed a half a day of work." when to put seats in and take them said the U.S. has become a global supplier of Knutson, since Trinity Lutheran's impressive. They don't see themselves out, and knowing how to ask people recycled paper to developing countries. pastors were away. After the pair "They have just been incredible slowing down anytime soon either. what their needs are." "We supply over 50 percent of the world's married, Helen transferred to the servants to Concordia College," They'll spend more time traveling Golling said it will be hard to recycled paper," she said. "It's shipped to China, car pool. Golling said. "Their devotion to after they retire. The family has replace the Krauses because of their to India, to Korea, all over." "President Knutson said if 1 customer service is just incredible." been to all 48 continental states, dedication. According to Aldrich, every individual weren't such a good employee he'd Don has given exceptional focus and he hopes to revisit some of the "They've been doing it so long, contributes to the global economy by recycling. have to fire me for taking away one to detail, and even has beverages and tourist sites, as well as family who they're very efficient at it," he said. Instead of sending recyclable materials to of his best secretaries," Don said. sandwiches ready for traveling team have spread across the country, "They'll be sorely missed." the landfill, they can continue to be useful Later the Krauses had three girls trips. Other details Don and Helen Don also hopes to travel to Europe There will be a reception for the resources. who eventually became Concordia have been involved with through as a family. They said they'll stay Krauses this summer; a date has not "The recycling industry rivals the automotive grads. Helen took a 10-year leave-of- the years have been the bonfire involved with the community, their yet been set. industry," she said. "It contributes 1.1 million absence to stay home with her kids, and the Corn Feeds. Don helped church and the Kiwanis. In 2002 jobs to the U.S. economy, and 236 billion dollars and later returned '74. the homecoming committee make both of the Krauses received the annually."

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By EMILY MEYER choices for Inquiry Seminars next year to more properly prepare students for if [requirements] change, the change be expected to take a Credo Inquiry Contributing Writer on various topics, such as C. S. Lewis, the world outside of Concordia. will be better," Muilenburg said. "By Seminar, complete three additional Women in Sports, Friendship, Time The final count of courses changing, [professors] have to rethink Credo classes in core requirement areas The world is changing fast, and Travel, or Archeology. required will remain at 13.5 for how they teach their courses, which — natural sciences, social sciences, and Concordia is doing its best to keep up. The rest of the "First-Year core requirements, and 31.5 for will benefit everyone." arts or humanities — and complete That is why, starting next fall, changes Experience" courses will be an Oral graduation. Krejci The final proposed the Credo capstone. The idea of in Concordia's core curriculum will Communication and a Written believes the change We want the students to element of the new combining the core capstone with the go into effect after over 30 years of the Communication course, one of which in requirements is a get a real understanding curriculum is a core Credo capstone is in consideration. same requirements. is taken with the same classmates as the compilation of many of what their time at capstone course. The Heidi Manning, director of the "You're living in an inter-connected Inquiry Seminar, a Religion 100 course, different things. Concordia is all about. requirements of the Credo Honors Program, said this world," said Mark Krejci, vice president and two single-block physical education "It could be that This is a way to clearly capstone have not year's freshmen class is a hybrid class; for Academic Affairs at Concordia. classes. Each of these classes will be higher education is communicate that with a yet been proposed to by graduation requirements consisting "We want to prepare you to be a person taken at some point within the first year changing. It could diploma; you have rights or approved by the of both the old and new curriculum, who can become responsibly engaged of attendance. The introduction of the be that high school and responsibilities that Faculty Senate, but the the Credo requirements are still up in in the world." "First-Year Experience," implemented education is changing. come with it." tentative proposition the air. The college hopes that "becoming last fall, was the first time Concordia This generation is — Mark Krejci includes a course taken "As a student, you can choose to responsibly engaged in the world," tried organizing the orientation groups completely different Vice President of Academic during the student's graduate under the old catalogue, or which is the new title for the core and faculty mentors by the required from the students Affairs, Dean of Concordia senior year that is a you can adopt the new one," Manning curriculum, will better prepare students freshman course. coming in the 1970s team-driven project said. for their life after college. "The idea behind the linked when this core was put into place," to address world problem. One The faculty members behind the Beginning with the class of 2011 programs is keeping the students Krejci said. "We wanted to give possibility is to combine this capstone change have done their best to make in the fall of 2007, Concordia will together longer," Muilenburg said. "A the students a vision that the core with the capstone that is already the curriculum unique compared to require all students to complete a stronger mentor and tighter linkage curriculum is more than a bunch of required in many majors. Muilenburg other colleges, Muilenburg said. The 4-5 credit "First-Year Experience1' leads to a more gratifying experience." classes that you have to take." said the entire proposal is still in flux. most important goal is to give every course load, as well as a reorganized In addition to the First-Year Some students are speculative as to Ideally, a handful of the best student a good education. distribution curriculum, newly coined Experience, a change of the core whether or not the new requirements projects will be chosen by a review board Krejci echoed Muilenburg's as "Exploration Courses." The new curriculum will take place next year. will be harder to complete. Linda of faculty. Classes will be cancelled emphasis on education. requirements may also include a senior Instead of the current A, B, C, D, and Johnson, professor of history and for a day in the spring semester, and "We want the students to get a real capstone course to be completed by E distributions, where a student must chair of the Curriculum Coordinating a student symposium will be held understanding of what their time at every student. take seven courses in the five areas, Committee, believes this isn't a serious where these papers will be presented, Concordia is all about," Krejci said. Current sophomores, juniors, the students will now be required to issue. Muilenburg said. The proposed plan "This is a way to clearly communicate and seniors all remember taking complete courses in sections I, II, III, "If by 'harder,' you mean 'more will implement the capstone in the that with a diploma; you have rights Principia and distribution classes IV, and V. For example, a student challenging,' then it might be, because fall of 2010 when next year's incoming and responsibilities that come with in categories dubbed A through E. under the old core could fulfill the ot the breadth of expectations of liberal students will be seniors. it." Beginning with the class of 2010, the A distribution,by taking one science arts goals," Johnson said. "Students One of the more debatable Muilenburg's final comments core began to change. Principia has course and bypassing math all together, will have to be actively engaged." aspects of the new curriculum is the summed up the importance of the been replaced by an Inquiry Seminar but with the new core, one science The old curriculum had gone requirements for the Credo Honors student to Concordia. on a topic of choice that enhances class AND one math class is required without any major changes for over Program. Currently, the Credo "One thing is sure," Muilenburg critical reading and thinking skills, to complete section I. The applicable 30 years. Muilenburg said the past Honors Program involves completing said, "[we will] never sacrifice the said Gregg Muilenburg, professor of courses to complete each Exploration seven years of planning have been four courses in Distribution areas A, student for the change." philosophy and chair of the Division area will be similar to the applicable contentious at times, but overall not B, D( and E, and completing a Credo of Core and lntegrative Studies. The courses for the distribution area, but the an unpleasant experience. capstone project before graduation. class registration booklet lists 38 topic goal of the course will be re-evaluated "It's been tough convincing that With the new core, Credo students will Domestic rabbit on campus raises SGA plans/Kenz attention among students and staff encourages feedback ByJULIANE RENK Staff Writer on SGA issues, events

Since last spring, Lepis sylvilagus sp. Continued from page 1 has lived on campus and baffles students and staff. Its fans' worst fears — that it problems for students who wanted to get in contact with the wouldn't survive the winter — luckily did organization's members and stay up-to-date with what was going not come true. Lepis sylvilagus sp. is the on within the organization. Due to technological problems one and only domestic black and white outdated information ended up staying on the Web site. Also, rabbit (probably a pet beforehand) who the program controlling the board where students could register has chosen to become a Lepis-Cobber. for rides suddenly stopped working. The Latin word llepis,' means rabbit "It seemed like we ran up against many technological glitches and is its family name, 'sylvilagus,' means that were out of our control and so strange that they were very it prefers forest and lake areas whereas 'sp.1 difficult to find and fix," Zack Kenz, SGA president said. stands for species unknown. At the beginning of next semester, SGA will mail students On Monday, April 2 between 9 and information on how they can contact their class representatives, 9:30 p.m. it was spending some time Sing said. By then, the Web site will also have been updated, in the bushes in front of the Centrum informing students about office hours and whom they can before it ran to the patch of grass between contact for what, Sing said. the library and Knutson. It rested there Another goal Kenz and Sing have for next year is to more for awhile before it disappeared into the fully celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Kenz wants students construction side. The rabbit was seen by to remember Martin Luther King jr. Day, because it is important several students and the reporter. to celebrate the issues for which King fought, he said. Roland Nellermoe, professor in the "This is a great way to honor a great man in American history, biology department, sa id Lepis-Cobber and to focus on the bigger issues that he addressed that all people hibernates in the same style as the rest of must concern themselves with," Kenz said. the cottontail rabbits. Nellermoe said the STAFF PHOTO BYJULIANE RENK SGA is working on a program for the day possibly including The mysterious white rabbit, scientifically known as a Lepis sylvilagus ep., Is chances of its survival are reasonably good, frequently spotted around campus. Since tHe bunny is domestic, it was probably a an all-campus service project and guest speakers. particularly if it has a place to find food pet before it came to Cor\cord\a. "It might take a while [to plan the event], but (celebrating and shelter. Martin Luther King Jr. Day] is something we really want to see George Connell, chair of the philosophy did the rabbit come from? results in reproductive isolation," happen," Kenz said. department, was surprised when he saw Junior Lona Hallberg was also thinking Nellermoe said. Another goal SGA is also working on is the issue of disability Lepis-Cobber for the first time. about its origin. Associate professor, Susan access on campus; they will continue working on this goal again "I've seen rabbits (in the area] for 20 "1 was wondering if it escaped from O'Shaughnessy, who frequently saw next year. SGA has already put together a committee, which is years," Connell said. "We have a wild Jones, where they have all these caged the rabbit hanging out in front of the trying to work on issues students in wheelchairs currently struggle rabbit in the yard at home, but this is the animals/' Hallberg said. philosophy department, was surprised and with, Sing said. first time I have seen a white rabbit living However, Nellermoe doesn't believe happy that it survived the winter; however, "We don't know all the answers, but to start talking about it in nature." that Lepis-Cobbe'r is a Lepis-Jones. she hoped someone would take care of it, is even a big thing," Sing said. He has seen the bunny several times. "That rabbit didn't come from the "1 think somebody should adopt it," Hoyum is not accessible for students in wheelchairs and they When working on the first floor of Bishop department, no way. We haven't kept any O'Shaughnessy said. "I think wild rabbits can't reach the soap dispensers in the bathrooms there, he said. Whipple, Connell can look out his window rabbits at all," Nellermoe said. should live with wild rabbits and domestic However, this year's biggest achievement for SGA is the more and see one of bunny's hot spots: The Junior Andrea Schmidt saw the rabbit ones with domestic." lenient intervisitation regulations, which students will benefit short grass patch between Bishop Whipple about twice a week last fall and refers to it O'Shaughnessy said several of her from at the beginning of next semester. and the construction site. as a male. students have already tried to catch it "[SGA] did an amazing job making that policy [the new "It hangs out under this tree "I look forward to us meeting again," without any success. intervisitation regulations] go into effect," Hanson said. frequently," said Connell, pointing at the Schmidt said. "I haven't named him yet," Although Lepis-Cobber may be a Sing was also pleased with the achievement, especially because fir pine in the middle of the grass patch. although she admits, she has no idea if it stranger here on campus, it has certainly it was something students wanted and asked for, he said. An He said the pa tch behind the philosophy is a male or female rabbit. gained the attention of students and staff. independent committee put the information gathered together department is an appropriate place for the Schmidt suggested thinking of a name It seems to enjoy hanging out in a learning and asked students about their needs, From there, they wrote a bunny to spend time. After all, there is a or even having a campus-wide name environment and resting in front of the proposal for intervisitation using student input, Sing said. connection between philosophy and white contest. library. Whether it feels rejected by the Kenz agreed and said that in the larger scheme student input rabbits: The story Alice in Wonderland, Unfortunately, there won't be any cottontail society will never be revealed, is the most important aspect of any SGA endeavour. written by a philosophy professor from little Lepis-Cobbers as long as it is isolated considering that Lepis-Cobber declined an "Even if you didn't like something, send us an e-mail and Oxford, includes a white rabbit, Connell amongst only cottontail rabbits. interview. make a suggestion with what it could be replaced," Kenz said. "It said. "Different mechanics, different is very difficult to know if it is good what we are doing without Still unsolved is the big mystery: Where behavior and different chromosomes feedback." The Concord\ar\ April 20. 2007 5 Dress it up for summer Thifi week in history... By SARAH WASSBERG By SARAH HOFFBECK • Thi5 summer it's all about the dress. So stock up and take Lifestyle Writer Lifestyle Writer your pick from the array of endless options listed below. Concordia: April 16, 1940: The front page of The Concordian features an article about The Baby Doll Dress The Strapless Dress Professor J.A. Holvik, head of the Norse Department, who reports Norwegian news One of the biggest trends in dresses for this spring and Incredibly simple, from the war front for WDAY radio... in Norwegian. summer is the haby doll dress. Often adorned with lace, the strapless dre.ss is April 17, 1928-. The Music Club meets to study Bach. Two of his pieces are ruffles, buttons, bows ot ribbons, the hemline of a baby yet another wardrobe performed by members and the paper "The Style ot Bach" is presented. doll dress usually hits a few inches above the knee, much staple for this spring April, 18, 1964: The third annual Parent's Day. Cobber parents are invited to like that of a mini-dress. and summer. Although attend a lecture on higher education, the musical "Brigadoon" and a coffee social Usually seen in fabrics such as knit, polyester, nylon strapless dresses can be afterwards. Also on the weekend of the 18th is Big Sister Day, where high school and chiffon, the baby doll name became popular after the hard to pull off, if you girls are invited to spend the weekend with Cobber women. movie Baby Doll—starring Carroll Baker—hit the big screen choose one that's not too April 19, 1958: Concordia's newly purchased KevatTon ion accelerator arrives on in 1956. For a casual day look, look for a knit baby doll tight and sits comfortably campus on this day. The machine was valued between $50,000 and $100,000. dress with an empire waist in a color like blue, pink, white at your bust, you should April 20, 1989-. The Concordia Chapel Choir performs live on MPR's Morning or black. For a night out, try for a baby doll dress in one be set to go. Your best Show with Dale Connelly and Jim Ed Poole at the Fargo Theatre. This is the first o( the following: A bias-cut style, a boat neckline style or a bet will be an a-line style, time that the Morning Show has been broadcast from anywhere other than the sleeveless style. For added detail, look for beaded necklines as this style seems to be MPR studios in SL Paul. and waists. And on a cooler day, or for extra coverage, pair universally flattering. April 21, 1936: German Club puts on the play "Ein Knopf ("A Button") in a baby doll dress with jeans or leggings. Also, look for fun colors the Chapel. The one-act comedy is about a man who forgets who his wife is, so he and extra details to really sews a red burton onto her coat to remember her. Hilarious romantic entaglements The Halter Dress make your dress stand out. For extra coverage, make sure ensue. More of a formal look to bring a light shawl, cardigan or jacket. April 22, 1979: Back by popular demand, England Dan and John Ford Coley for this spring and summer, perform at Memorial Auditorium for the second time. The duo are best known for several variations o( the The Shirt Dress their soft rock hit "I'd Really Love to See You Tonight." halter dress exist. From the Primarily designed after men's shirts, the shirt dress knot-front halter to the tie- borrows many details from a man's dress shirt, including: World: behind-the-neck look, halter A collar, a button front and cuffed sleeves. Found in crisp April 16, 1924: Metrp Pictures, Goldwyn Pictures and the Louis B. Mayer dresses also offer a variety of fabrics like cotton, the shirt dress has a looser fit; however, Company merge to torm Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) studios, one of the most straps including spaghetti- for more definition try a belt cinched at the waist. A influential film studios of the early to mid 20th Century. width straps to wide and flattering look for most bodies, the shirt dress can be worn April 17, 1964'- Geraldine "Jerry" Mock becomes the first woman to soft straps. Because the in a number of ways. Not only can you wear it alone, but circumnavigate the earth by air when she lands her plane, The Spirit of Columbus, halter dress calls extra you can also wear a shirt dress as a top and pair it with in her hometown of Columbus, OH. Dubbed "the flying housewife," she was a attention to the upper halt jeans or leggings. Choose from classic neutral colors like mother of three and flew in a blue skirt and high heels, which she took off for of the body (including the tan, white or black for day or night. ease during flight. The most famous attempt to circumnavigate the globe by plane face, shoulders and bust attempted by a woman was Amelia Erhart's ill-fated voyage. line), subsequently, this style The Shift Dress April, 18, 1906: At 5:12 a.m. the San of dress helps draw unwanted attention away from heavier The shift dress is a straight dress with no waist shaping, Francisco earthquake of 1906 begins. The hips or legs. Instead of a necklace—this looks too busy at seams or darts. Made popular in the 1960s, the shitt dress quake, which was estimated to be anywhere the neckline—opt for a glamorous pair of earrings and put is unarguably one of the easiest dress silhouettes to wear. from 7.7 to 8.3 on the Richter scale, spawned your hair up. Ultimately, the shift dress is a simple short shape that subsequent fires that ravaged the city. Tens of hangs straight down from the shoulders. In fact, because thousands were left homeless and an estimated The Knit Dress of its lack Q{ fullness and waist definition the shift dress 3,000 were killed, though local governments The knit dress. Besides being amazingly comfortable, offers sleek lines without a lot of volume. So whether you and politicians severely downplayed the it doesn't even demand an iron. Not only can a knit dress preter basic colors or are into crazy patterns, for an easy human and property losses. The San Francisco be easily packed, but it can also be dressed up or down, look be sure to shift into a shift dress at some point this earthquake is remembered as one ot the worst just add a different pair ot shoes and a few accessories season. natural disasters in U.S. history. and you're set to go. The knit dress also works well for April 19, 1927: Mae West is charged and layering—cardigans, sweaters and jackets all work well. sentenced with 10 days in jail for public obscenity from the performance ot her play, J "Sex." The play, penned, produced, directed by and starring West, showed on Mother y WUdonv: y Broadway and was popular, though panned by the critics. April 20, 1979: A swimming "swamp rabbit" attempts to enter the boat ot By BRITTNEY CHRISTY cept the inevitable or be left behind. when Keller's words can have the most President Jimmy Carter while he is fishing near his hometown of Plains, Ga. Lifestyle Writer Though not all people fear these profound eftect. It is important to President Carter strikes at the rabbit with the boat's oars and it leaves. Entirely times of change like I do, I feel that remember that dwelling on situations disbelieved by his staff back in Washington until a photo taken by a White House When I was an adolescent, my Keller's advice has a more important over which we have no control is coun- photographer of the swimming rabbit is revealed. The media had a field day with mother had a miniature picture frame meaning. Her quote is not only about ter-productive to our life's progress. the incident on the desk that contained a quote by accepting change, but it is also about In my life, Keller's quote has served April 21, I960: Brasilia is officially inaugurated its the capital ot Brazil. Brasilia Helen Keller. It said, "When one door being open to whatever change hap- as a source of courage during times like was built in 41 months beginning in 1956. It was built specifically to become the of happiness closes, another opens; pens to come along. Most often people now. It helps remind me that there are capital, replacing Rio de Janeiro, and be more central and better administer to and but often we look so long at the closed can recognize when they come to a new and wonderful opportunities just unite all of Brazil. door that we do not see the one which crossroad in their lives, but they can waiting to be discovered. More impor- April 22, 1970: The first Earth Day is celebrated. Initiated by U.S. Senator has been opened for us." Throughout not always anticipate how things will tantly, it serves as a reminder to keep Gaylord Nelson (D-WI) in response to environmental degradation, the original my life, I have often found myself look- turn out in the end. For instance, the my mind open to unexpected changes "Environmental Teach-In" or non-violent protest, eventually garners the support ing at the closed door, fearing change, graduating seniors are well-aware of because most often the unexpected and participation of over 20 million Americans across the nation. The event act as a and wishing that things were different. the fact that they are undergoing a big changes turn out for the best. catalyst for national grassroots environmental activism and brings public support for I often find myselt struggling to change in their lives, but perhaps the Doors of opportunity and happi- environmental legislation to the forefront of media attention. accept the fact that change is inevitable first choice job, school, or internship ness are opening and closing all the especially at the end of each school didn't work out. It is times like those time. Just remember that closed doors year when many things change at once. when we find ourselves staring at the are not to be dwelt upon. Upon arriv- As each class deals with the changes closed door. ing at a closed door, the best thing to unique to their situation, doors of It's difficult to move on from do is accept the change as it comes and opportunity and happiness are rapidly disappointment and accept situations move on. swinging open and slamming shut in that do not coincide with our expecta- the spring breeze. One is forced to ac- tions. However, it is times like those

Dani's Mailbox Dear Dani, probably feeling the same way you are right now, even 2,082 Square Feet * hilly Finished I've made a deci- those who aren't transferring-even leaving for the summer 3 Bedrooms & 2 tktbs sion, I'm transfer- changes friendships. Graduating seniors are facing major Cultured Marble Tops with Mirrors in Bathrooms ring next year. But, life changes as they prepare for the next stage of lite—the - Oik Cabinets and woodwork I haven't told any of working world, graduate school, or volunteer work. So the # Kitchen island my friends though. good thing is, you ar¬ alone. What makes your situa- * Mud room off Garage They don't know. I'm tion difficult is that you have to break your news to your , Cathedral ceilings in living and dining not transferring because friends. Finances are a sensitive issue, and I am assuming of my friends; I'm transferring because I can't afford * Electric forced sir furnace vy/tfi central air that this is part of the reason you have been avoiding the is- • Bullnose Comers tuition. My sister will be in college next year, and Concor- sue. It will be also hard because of the potential disapproval dia is lowering my scholarships and raising tuition. I can't of your friends, who would like you to stay at Concordia. • Vinyl siding work enough hours to fork the bill, so I have no choice but I really think the best way to approach this is to be totally • Double bay window to move back home and go to my community college. How frank with your friends. Tell them you are transferring, . Double insulated Party wall do I break this to my friends? How do I say goodbye? and also tell them why. Then you can enjoy the end of the • Hydro seeded hwn$ Tough to Transfer school year without fear. Make sure you leave your home »Recessed Exterior Lighting address, e-mail address, and phone number, so you can {$4,000 flooring slhwmce A Starting &t $129,000 \ Dear Tough, keep in touch with your Cobber buddies. Your friendships, Moving is never easy. It's even harder when you are will change when you say goodbye, but make plans to visit ' 1,500 appliance allowance I ThAt'$ only $690/monti leaving a group of friends behind. A lot of Cobbers are sometime next year. Goodbyes don't have to be forever. $7S0 lighting a/iowance Pr/ncrpte and interest

Due to lack of response, a new columnist has not been chosen for next year. If you are interested i fot .371.232.7 the position, send a letter to CPO 3902 or send an e-mail to [email protected]. 6 April 20, 2007 features The Concordlan Modifying the mission statement

• Administration and students partner to clarify mission statement for today's diverse society

By JOSEPH SUNDE Because of this, Jolicoeur believes it is Christianity and Christianity. Opinions Editor important that the college is careful Hammerling relates this to the in communicating its intentions to situation when Luther wanted A mission statement is a guide, inspire the new generations. to debate with Charles V about a focus, and a destination. It can be "We need to consider how we Christianity but the king refused to the blood that flows through the might tell the story of this statement discuss anything with Luther. veins of any type of community or for the new "Luther advocated organization — pumping away from audience," Jolicoeur . We might have religious education, but the heart to accomplish a shared said. "You need to students who aren't for him, that meant purpose and destiny. Or, it can be do this with any core Christian, and we want the free exchange of a bland sentence sitting on pages in document...what does them to know they ideas. Where a person stale ink nobody reads. it mean for our time? are welcome here and was free to pursue their At Concordia, Cobbers have lived 'Our circumstances? we're not expecting conscience," Hammerling and studied under the same mission If you don't do that, them to convert to said. "What we're about statement since the late 1950s. Since then all it is is what Christianity...We want as a Lutheran school is the statement was conceived, the it is on so many them to know the allowing people to have world has gone through numerous campuses: a paragraph Christian life is a way a conscience, and have wars, social movements, religious in a catalog that of living. convictions." revivals, and historical discoveries. nobody reads, rather — Pamela Jolicoeur While many may The times have changed. Is it about than a statement President agree that instilling time that archaic sentence had some that's actually lived." conscience and revision? conviction should be the role of Revision? No. education, some would say this Clarification? Maybe so. Interpretations should be so universally, regard-less At the start of the second How does one live the Christian of religious or denominational semester, President Pamela Jolicoeur life? What is it about being dedicated tradition. Some might wonder what has been organizing several student, to the Christian life that could be so the difference is between Concordia faculty, and alumni-led panels and difficult to understand? and any other religious or secular discussion groups with hopes of "The phrase is understood school. If all viewpoints are up for clarifying the mission statement for differently," Hammerling said. "Some debate, how does Concordia go our time. Jolicoeur likes to think of it people could read it as 'go out and about imparting a dedication to the as "re-imagining" the statement. make Christians of everyone in the Christian life in the consciences-and While the part about sending world.' It was more to make a positive convictions oi its student body? "thoughtful" and "informed" men influence...not in an imperialistic way, STAFF PHOTO BY SARAH DAY and women into the world is an , but in a way that makes the world a Concordia's Mission Statement has been etched into stones, but soon the important piece, it has not been the better place to live in. That's always Role of Campus Ministry focus will be clarified to apply to all students, current and Incoming. primary center of the discussion. The been the goal." Hammerling pointed to the big issue is: what does it mean to be When writing the statement, campus pastor's office and the dedicated to the Christian life in a Bailey believed that emphasizing requirement of two courses in about the mission statement, but grounded in the Christian tradition. modern context? a dedication to the Christian life religious study. Johnson agreed that understands the college's reasons for It is an unabashedly Christian "We want to get a sense of what it properly reflected the "historic the role of the Campus Ministry was mentioning the Christian life. college...in the Lutheran tradition." means for our time and how we have and contemporary standard of the vital for Concordia to adhere to their "I think it is the Lutheran colleges Jolicoeur said. "We might have or should be living [the Christian college." And, as Hammerling said, mission statement. To Johnson, a prerogative to have that as part of students who aren't Christian, and we life]," Jolicoeur said. it was not intended to say that all 1964 Concordia graduate, Concordia their mission statement," Hoglund want them to know they are welcome students should be Christians or is a Lutheran school because of the said. "So any discomfort I feel would here and we're not expecting them should go out and make Christians of opportunities it provides for students be because of a choice I made to come to convert to Christianity...We want Then and Now everybody else. who want to pursue them. It's not to a Lutheran institution." them to know the Christian life is a While the meanings of being How the phrase is taken, about imposition. The discomfort Hoglund feels way of living. And Christ has taught dedicated to the Christian life may and how it was intended are two "I wasn't very connected to the about the statement has more to do us what that way is. That at the core, fit multiple spectrums of time, separate things. Some may come religious life at the school at that time, with her personal dedication she's ir has to do with loving God and many believe that it is the context of to Concordia seeking a straight- but I liked that there were a variety of made to the college already. The serving your neighbor." Concordia's student community that and-narrow, scripture-based, Bible views," Johnson said. "I liked the fact question she most often deals with To Jolicoeur, the mission has changed. Roy Hammerling, chair college atmosphere. Some may come that religion wasn't crammed at me. now that she has become a Cobber, is statement's reference to the Christian of the religion department and one of expecting a diverse array of cultural But there was room for me to search whether or not she can fully live up to life is not an exclusion to those who the many participating faculty, is one ideas, beliefs, religious practices, and and explore at my own pace." the college's mission statement? aren't Christians, but rather a way to of them. lifestyles. With the many potential To Johnson, Concordia was a "Ultimately, I guess, it makes clarify the type of educational context "In the 1960s, Concordia was misconceptions, is it really worth it to place where faith was evident, even me slightly uncomfortable because Concordia has to offer. predominantly a Christian body from have a mission statement that is open though he had little interest in it at I know I won't fulfill that aspect of "It is a way to say to people, a very close radius around the area," to interpretation? Interim Campus first. It wasn't until his father passed the college's mission statement," 'We are a community with some Hammerling said. "Now there are Pastor David Johnson believes it's away that faith became a more serious Holgund said. "As a non-Christian I foundational beliefs, but the more diverse students from broader essential to stay true to the spirit of issue to him. endorse certain ethical teachings that community is enhanced by having areas, and the Fargo-Moorhead area academic conversation. "He died with a faith I knew I are similar and are presented in the people with different perspectives,'" has had its own changes." "There are those who are didn't have," Johnson said. Christian lifestyle. But I wouldn't say Jolicoeur said. Carl Bailey, the original author very confused with it because the His father's death stirred him to that I, myself, would be compelled to While embracing the Lutheran of the statement, has also taken part statement has a certain broadness to visit the Campus Ministry and seek be dedicated to the Christian life." foundation in interfaith dialogue, in some of the recent sessions and it," Johnson said. "But then there are guidance. He had found the need to While Hoglund is sometimes the college hopes to still exert its agrees that there needs to be more those who think that it is a good thing explore his faith further. Back then, worried about her connection to the Christian tradition through educating clarification for the new world, and to have...it presents tension, but it's a Johnson never imagined he would college's mission, she is optimistic those on what it means to be a for a new Concordia. good tension." be in the ministry, and maybe he that she will be abLe to represent Lutheran. It isn't about persuasion. "Not only was [Bailey] very never would be if it weren't for the Concordia in a positive way. It's about experience. supportive, but he said this is a opportunities the Campus Ministry "I think Concordia could be just "I really want them to have a different world from when he wrote Heritage of controversy provided in a time of need. as proud as sending out individuals genuine encounter with the Christian that statement," Hammerling said. While some may be turned off Should this be the experience for as long as their behavior reflects faith and beliefs, and the Lutheran "There's no intent of changing the by giving so much consideration for all Concordia students? Some may the ethics inherent of Concordia take on religion," Jolicoeur said. mission statement, but rather to other religious and cultural beliefs at be led by their consciences to the College," Hoglund said. "Just because "Then what 1 hope is that students present it in our present context." a foundationally Lutheran institution, Campus Ministry, and others may go I don't identify with the Christian come out with their own faith Jolicoeur agreed that Concordia the administration believes that to in a time of spiritual need; but are label doesn't mean I don't behave in a commitments clearer and the purpose was a more homogeneous community abandon such perspectives would be there any core values that all Cobbers way that a Christian would behave." to incorporate those into their adult when the statement was written, to abandon what has been the core oi should learn, whether they accept lives. and students had few problems Lutheran education all the way back them or not? With the discussions between understanding each piece of it. The to the Reformation. Interfaith community students, faculty, and administration school was founded by Lutherans "If you look at the heritage of While the situations will vary still in progress, no one will know and was originally intended for the Luther, he was always involved in Imparting the life between both Christians and non- for sure what steps will be taken to surrounding population, primarily interfaith dialogue," Hammerling Jolicoeur believes there is a way to Christians, or even Lutherans and ensure Concordia is communicating consisting of Lutheran immigrants. said. "By not talking about [other impart values of the Christian life to non-Lutherans, Jolicoeur believes that its mission effectively to students, With a 100-year cultural evolution religions) we would abandon our students without making them feel Concordia can be a home to anyone, both prospective, and current. But as and the college's strengthened image heritage and we would preclude some like it is being pushed at them. These and hopes that the mission statement far as the college is concerned, the re- both nationally and internationally, students from coming here." are the reasons for clarifying, or "re- will convey a message that emphasizes imagination is a necessary task to help the religious and social texture of the Martin Luther respected debate. imagining," the mission statement. the spirits of the Lutheran tradition the world understand how Concordia area has changed drastically since Not only between Christianity and Emma Hoglund, a non-Christian and inclusiveness simultaneously. and its students hope to influence the the days of the first immigrants. other religions, but also between Concordia student, has mixed feelings "This is a place that is rooted and world and its future. The Concordlan featuree April 20, 2001 1 Security is more than just a job • Larry Hamm takes his job seriously to keep Concordla safe, but does it with a splash of color

By SARAH DAY brighten up the job. 80, he'll be 40 again. Feature Editor "We know that all the "Life's too short to take drinking on campus is from it too seriously," Hamm said. A gold-plated badge with Moorhead State," Hamm said "I never would have said that the number four etched into laughing, when I was college—aged, but it rests on the left side of ' The students are the reason age has a way of making you his chest. The nameplate on he's here. He likes being feel philosophical." the right hand side reads L. around a group of people who He's confident that his Hamm, but everyone calls him have energy and intelligence biggest achievement is his Larry. The brown uniform who look forward to moving daughter, although he says commands authority, while his on with their lives. he can't quite take credit tor gait is friendly and confident. "I'm a product of the her because she's her own He checks into the office, '60s and 70s," Hamm said. achievement. strapping his radio onto his "We protested everything, On July, 7 he'll be wearing left hip, phone to the right. now everyone is much more a tux and will escort his 26- He's a familiar face around focused with the future, careers year-old daughter down the the campus of Concordia, and and taking classes." isle. He's not entirely sure how has been here.almost nine Concordia is like any he feels about it, but he wants years now. He's armed with college, it has many of the to be strong. sparkling eyes and a grin on same security issues as the "There's a combination of his face, which usually signifies others. The security guards feel feelings—a little emptiness," he's up to his antics. they have the typical issues, Hamm said. "I like the fiance "What do you do if you like drinking and drugs, pretty a lot, I'm glad she found come to a fork in the road?" well under control. Not all somebody of such good quality Hamm asked with that grin. the issues they handle involve and character." "Take it." alcohol citations. In fact, Aside from keeping up Hamm (pronounced some of what they deal with is with his daughter, he is a Hahm) has a penchant for downright odd. photography fanatic in his Yogi Bear-isms, and this was A couple weeks ago a dead spare time. He has a collection one of them. He throws a golden-coated coyote was seen of eight, two-inch three ring ring oi more than 100 keys on 12th Ave. Many students binders full of photos. He over his arm and begins his on campus saw it and thought is most inspired by Ansel initial rounds. He stops at it was a dead dog. Campus Adams and takes photos with Campus Information to get Security retrieved it. It was traditional 35mm film cameras the schedule of events so he a stuffed coyote that had and especially likes working knows when to lock down the been stolen from the biology with black and white film. buildings at night. However, department. Hamm walked "The bottom line in locking doors is only a small through Knutson with it photography is just light and part of what he does. Campus tucked under his arm. STAF£ PHOTO BY SARAH DAY how you control it," Hamm security guards are essentially "You think they'll charge Larry Hamm, a Concordia campus security guard, focuses on the safety of staff and students, said. "Black and white is the here for the students' safety. me for two?" Hamm said, while maintaining a vibrant sense of humor. Hamm enjoys watching students grow from fresh- purest form of it." man to seniors, and plans to stick around for at least 10 more years. This includes being first nodding toward the dining Hamm said he thinks he'll responders, go-betweens hall. security director, before she Nothing about this job his uncles fought in WWII, be here for at least another 10 for emergency services, rule Another oddity Hamm leaves forth e night. Four cars scares Hamm. Nothing and and so he felt he had to sign years. As long as he's enjoying enforcers, security help and had to deal with happened were impounded that day. She everything. Maybe that's up for this war. The Army the job and able to make ends escort people when needed. last year, a dead raccoon lay in said there have been 13 cars because of his past. Airborne division is where he meet he'll stick around. He spends a lot of his time front of the library, dressed in impounded since January. Before he came to was placed. "It really is a nice place patrolling, looking for things a yellow Cobber beanie and The owners of the cars have Concordia he worked for 14 "How I feel about it is far to work," Hamm said. "It's or people that are out of place. maroon and gold scarf. Hamm had anywhere from eight to 21 years at the sheriffs office as a too complicated to explain," interesting to watch the kids Hamm said it's a system of said they had to double-bag it tickets; it requires eight tickets Clay County jail correctional , he said. come in as freshmen and grow checks and double checks. The and dispose of it. for a car to be towed. officer and as a work release - After the Vietnam period to seniors as totally different most important part of the job Hamm knows the campus "After seven warnings director. He decided it was Hamm's life was tilled with people." for him is the students' safety. very well; all the other seven they've got to know," Arnold time for a change. bittersweet experiences. He It's 6 p.m. and Hamm "The hardest part is having security guards do. Most said. "I came married his wife in 1972. Two begins to lock down doors. He to enforce the rules and bust know things like where the The familiar 1 came for the for the years later she was diagnosed stops in the Outreach building, the students," Hamm said. inlets and valves for where the twinkle shines from students. I got tired students/' with multiple sclerosis. Their in the ELCA Northwestern "It's our job and we'll do it, natural gas are, what's in all Hamm's eyes again of dealing with people Hamm said. only child was born in 1981, Minnesota Synod office and but we don't enjoy it — despite the rooms of Ivers and Jones as he grins. in the jail and the "I got tired of eight years later his wife died, checks for lights. The light what some students may as well as other buildings with "No matter negative side of life. dealing with and Hamm was left raising a is still on in Bishop Rolf think." potential hazards. They are where you are, there It gets to you after a people in the daughter. Wangberg's office. He is most concerned ready for nearly every kind you are," he said. while. jail and the "It's just been the two of us "You're working too hard," with students when he has to of emergency. From Hamm's Arnold calls his — Larry Hamm negative side since third grade," Hamm said. Hamm said. "It's time to go send them to the hospital for nine years he knows a few Yogi Bear-isms the of life. It gets Hamm said he isn't home." problems like detoxification. other things too. For example, Larry Bear-isms. to you after looking for another wife or Bishop Wangberg was Because of confidentiality he knows the press box of the He's recently ordered a book a while." even a girlfriend. He's not finishing up some work missed rules, the hospital can't Jake Christensen Stadium of Yogi Bear-Isms online and Back in 1968 Hamm opposed to the idea, but thinks the previous week since he was disclose how these things turn is a great place to watch the has one thing to say, "Look out volunteered for the Army. He he's too set m his ways for out of town. Hamm continued out, so Hamm worries about Minnesota State University campus!" Hamm's philosophy went to Vietnam for a year. anyone to put up with him. through the building. them. He grins again; while Moorhead fireworks. with life and work is that it He said he joined because He's 58 now, and jokes "Everyone likes to be told Hamm takes his job seriously, He stops back, in the office doesn't need to be all that of family tradition. His that when he hits 60 he'll start they're working too hard," he believes laughter and fun to chat with Sherri Arnold, serious. grandfather fought in WW1, regressing in his age—when he's Hamm said.

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of STYLE BCBS - MM Medicare J The Concordian opinions April 20. 2007 9 EDITORIAL WEEKLY ISSUE Remembering Should Virginia Tech Concordia Monday's tragedy at Virginia Tech sent a wake of fear across the country, as it has become the deadliest shooting rampage in modern U.S. history. However, this tragedy ban smoking? especially hits home for college students- Although our generation has lived through several grade school shootings, including the Columbine tragedy on April 20, 1999 (eight The University of North Dakota has just adopted a policy years ago today), we are now faced with shootings at college. to make its campus tobacco-free, starting next October, Before Monday, that scary idea probably never crossed gaining the approval of roughly 8>O percent of the faculty. students' minds as we go about our daily routines of classes, UND President Charles Kupchella wae> quoted in the Asso- homework, socializing, working, whatever. But now, the ciated Press as saying that the "increased risks of heart unthinkable has happened to 32 young men and women who disease and lung cancer' associated with smoking are the were just like us in so many ways: They too were obtaining primary reasons for the ban, A health and wellness profes- degrees in preparation for bright futures. They too were sor also said that the school's goal wae to create a "healthy probably busy and stressed with papers and exams. They too campus." As UND students prepare for the ban, many liked to hang out with their roommates and party on the Cobbers may wonder what's in store for our campus. Would weekends. But the unfortunate difference is that while we are adopting an outdoor smoking ban at Concordia be a positive or negative step? While some students feel it infringes still doing all those things and so much more, they cannot. on the personal choices and freedoms of smokers, others feel the health risks associated with secondhand smoke And so, it is our responsibility as fellow college students to are reaeon enough to ban the practice from campus. Should Concordia try to create a physically "healthy campus1' remember the victims. We owe them that. Already, students at as UND has, or would anti-smoking policies damage the health vitality of American liberty and freedom? Concordia have banded together to mourn for the victims and support those at Virginia Tech. Student Government Association admirably The out- ated. Additionally the arguments con- Finally, the smell of cigarettes comes helped coordinate events that gave door smoking demn the actions of particular smokers up. If this is a concern I suggest that students the chance to show their ban at UND and use these particulars to justify a non-smokers take the initiative to support, including the community has prompted policy that extends to all smokers. With stand apart, from smokers while they vigil service last night. There is also a much discussion this general observation I turn briefly to are smoking. I have friends who are banner Cobbers can sign that will be on Concordia's each argument. uncomfortable with the smell and do sent to Virginia Tech. own campus Smoking is visually unappealing. my best to move away from them while It is comforting to know that concerning a True for some, but not for all. I think smoking. This seems far more conve- Cobbers unite in times of tragedy. Many Cobbers are sport- similar policy. I most men look ridiculous in pink, but nient than expecting smokers to smoke But yet the haunting question Ing this image as their think that this I have never considered advocating a off campus. If it is too inconvenient, I remains: "What if this happened to Facebook profile picture sort of policy would be ridiculous. I dress code to reflect my opinion. Smok- recommend that we also instruct all stu- us?11 It's a scary thought that none have heard three general arguments for ers leave butts on the ground. Some do, dents passing gas to step off campus in of us want to think about, yet we all must confront because the ban. First, having people smoke on but others do not, just as some people consideration to those of us who do not we must be prepared. Maybe something positive that has campus promotes a negative image, and leave candy wrapper packages or pop wish to smell it. arisen from the depths of this tragedy is that it reinforces the cigarette butts left lying on the ground cans on the ground. Should we also To recap, the arguments used to jus- need for colleges and other institutions to have a plan for make the campus look dirty. Second, ban all packaged food from being con- tify a ban on smoking outdoors also jus- emergency situations. Yet, besides showing our support, it is non-smokers are at risk from second sumed outdoors? tify banning outdoor driving, farting, important to take precautions in case a similar event occurred hand smoke. Third, many people find Second hand smoke is harmful to eating of packaged foods, and wearing on our campus. The campus was notified Wednesday by the smell of cigarettes and those who non-smokers. Yes it is, but outdoors it of pink. I think we could agree that this President Pamela Jolicoeur that Concordia is connected with smoke offensive and do not wish to be will have very little effect on a bystand- would be unreasonable and overbear- Moorhead's "Code Red" emergency system, which sends exposed to it. I have looked at each of er, and certainly much less than car ex- ing. a simultaneous message to all phones on campus. Besides these arguments and tried to consider haust. If we are truly concerned about this, the college will also post messages on the Web site and each of them as thoroughly as possible, health and the cleanliness of outdoor through e-mail to quickly inform the campus of the crisis. despite my smoker's bias. Many claims air our first policy should be to ban driv- — Hartman is a philosophy and political science double major from Plymouth, in these arguments have been exagger- It is good to know that Concordia has a policy concerning ing and dismantle parking lots. Minn. crisis and threats, and we look forward to hearing about other emergency precautions that will be implemented in the near future. We especially think that educating and training everyone on campus is a good idea and we are glad the college is working on doing so. Although a policy may be in place, it It would Alot of people justify the annoyance not smoking was allowed. Sadly, it does doesn't mean that everyone at Concordia knows about it, thus be great for of smoking with the annoyances that not just affect the smoker, which is why it is a good idea to make efforts to inform students and staff Concordia can be associated with cell phone us- we must come to the issue of deciding about what to do. As the old nagging mother saying goes, "It's to follow age. It is true that both can become an- whether or not people can smoke on better to be safe than sorry." suite with noying at times; however, cell phones, campus. In this case, smokers are in Additionally, many colleges and universities across the UND and no matter how loud and inconsiderate the minority; if their practice is not ac- country are taking these extra precautions to protect their NDSU and the users may be, are not adverse to my cepted and embraced and, in addition, students and faculty, best illustrated through the responses ban smoking health. This is the main reason it needs poses serious health risks to fellow stu- to the recent bomb threats at both North Dakota State By Michael Larson on campus. to be banned: because smoking presents dents, it only makes sense that smokers University and the University of Minnesota. NDSU cordoned Freshman Most people serious health risks to the bystanders deal with the inconvenience of smoking off the area south of Memorial Union for two and a half on campus who are forced to inhale the fumes. Do in a place where their habit is harmful I hours on Tuesday, April 17 due to a bomb scare concerning do not smoke, and do not enjoy breath- whatever you want to yourself, I don't feel that smoking should not be allowed an unattended duffle bag left in a bus shelter, according to a ing it in second hand. It is very unpleas- care, just don't let it affect my health. in any public capacity if it is affecting Wednesday, April 18 Forum article. However, officials said the ant to walk out of a building and get hit We know that smoking is a deadly prac- the health of the majority of the campus evacuation had nothing to do with the Virginia Tech tragedy. with a wall of smoke, "Whether or not tice and that second hand smoke is just population: people who do not want to The University of Minnesota also experienced a bomb the person smoking is 25 feet away from as bad. smoke or breathe it in second hand. the door, it really doesn't matter because scare on Wednesday, April 18, due to a note threatening If smoking only affected the person — Larson is a physics major from Pine several campus buildings, according to a Wednesday, April 18 the smoke does not stay in one place. smoking I would not care whether or River, Minn. Forum article. All in all, we can take minor solace in that emergency policies are being re-evaluated and enforced. We are glad to be assured that we have a policy for students and staff protecting our safety and hope to see the changes they are working on in No one pus and many more buildings in the dom to make their own decisions. Free- the future. wants to sit Fargo-Moorhead area. I fully support dom is an American value, is it not? In the meantime, we encourage everyone to attend today's down in front these measures being more strictly en- Smoking is stupid and gross, we've Day of Peace and Night of Peace events. Today at 1 p.m. prayer of their open forced, to allow those of us who choose all heard about it in health class since time and a moment of silence will be held at the Bell Tower, window to not to pollute our lungs to breathe in elementary school, and smokers know followed by a vigil at 8:30 p.m. Take this time to remember the get a breath fresh air when we want to. Having had that too. But smoking is not illegal, and victims of Virginia Tech and their families. Now more than of fresh air a window near an entrance to a dorm, it is the choice of each individual if they ever we must actively work to promote peace. and instead I've been frustrated before with the lack want to smoke or not. Banning smok- get assaulted of regard some people exhibit when ing isn't going to discourage people with a face deciding to take their cigarette breaks from smoking; it's just going to make Thanks from the editors full of smoke. right underneath open windows. our nicotine-addicted friends a lot crab- I myself have However, banning smoking on all bier during classes. The key to allowing We'd like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to opened my window to air out a stuffy of campus is a bit ridiculous. Not very freedoms is balance; and in this case, I our fellow Concordian staff members for everything they did dorm room only to smell someone many Cobbers smoke to begin with, think the balance lies in smokers being this year. We've come a long way from that first issue back in smoking under my window five minutes and they already have many restrictions considerate of where they smoke and September; we have personally seen great achievements from later, and I didn't appreciate it. That's on where they can smoke. Sure, I've had non-smokers being considerate of peo- and improvement in each of you. We are appreciative of all why we have a rule prohibiting smoking to pass by a smoker or two on my way in ple's right to make their own decisions. your contributions. within 20 feet of Concordia buildings. or out of a building on the way to class, For similar reasons (in addition to but I can hold my breath for a second Editorials are written by Editor-in-Chief Kara Cook and —Schafer is a child and family studies ma- the well-known health risks) smoking is or two to avoid inhaling second-hand jor, religion, Spanish, and English writing Managing/News Editor Elsbeth Krumholz prohibited inside of buildings on cam- smoke if it means giving people the free- triple minor from Circle Pines, Minn. 10 April 20, 2007 The Concordlan Editors Picks A Jazz Date: April 20 Time: 7 p.m. Place: Christiansen Recital Hall i S£. S. i Cost: Free Come hear some great jazz music. The It's the end ot the year—crunch sections of the store. very spacious with enough room for nal price tags and have never been concert will feature original music as By SARAH WASSBERG The second room is where well as many musicians including. Eric Lifestyle Writer the riot of color emanates from. Martens-Guitar, Adam Hochstatter- Here you'll find racks of clothes Piano, Steve Isakson-Saxaphones. Jake organized by color and size (a teat HelgaSon-Bass Guitar, and Peter John- time—and soon most of us will he rarely attempted anywhere else, but son-Drum set. packing our things for the trip home, appreciated nonetheless). This room or heading for to somewhere new. also includes racks and shelves of Oratorio Concert And of course, halfway through the "Cream of the Crop," which are packing, you've discovered clothes pieces selected for their style, quality, Date: April 22 you no longer wear. Or perhaps and designer labels. The Cream of Time: 4 p.m. you're freaking out because you don't the Crop selects certain pieces that Place: Memorial Auditorium have the professional wardrobe you correspond to current trends as well. Cost: Free need for that new job. This room and the one adjacent hold Luckily for you, there is a way other clothes organized by This year the choirs and orchestras will to boost your wardrobe potential style (for example: suits, be performing Gabriel Faures Requiem, without breaking your budget. Or get skirts, jackets, etc.) and size. led by orchestra conductor Bruce Hou- rid of those clothes you don't want Each item is priced individually and glum. The program will feature student without driving halfway across town the price tag includes a date and the soloists Dan Dahle, baritone and Allison or throwing them away. It's called price the item is marked down to Buivid, soprano. My Best Friend's Closet and it's after that date. This is an ingenious tucked away just off o\ Center Ave. in practice that allows for higher over- Commencement Concert Moorhead. turn of clothing and some fabulous STAFF PHOTO BY DANIELLE HARMS Date: April 27 steals for bargain hunters. My Best Friend's Closet is not a Time: 7:30 p.m. new concept. This women's consign- Speaking of bargains, go up one two women in poofy ball gowns. worn. Most show very little wear. Place: Memorial Auditorium step at the back o( the store and Success at My Best Friend's And when in fear, buy accessories. ment store, however, does a better Cost: Free job than most at selecting, organizing you'll find the clearance room, which Closet depends entirely upon the So before you toss out those also holds shoes. All clearance items shopper. Not everything is high-style. and moving clothes. perfectly good jeans or that slightly The Commencement Concert is the last are individually priced, but stamped Though most things are fairly high The front door (not where you'd too small blazer, and before you rush music organizations' concert of the year with the percentage off (usually 50 quality, some are a little out of date. expect it, way in back) is plain white, out to buy cheap .suits and office featuring the Concordia Choir, the Con- percent). Shoes priced by pair and It takes a discerning eye to spot the but walk inside and a veritable riot wear, check our My Best Friend's cordia College Band, and the Concordia organized by size and clearly marked bargains, but for the dedicated shop- of color greets your eyes. The first Closet. You never know what you College Orchestra. The program includes room holds the cashier's counter and with color-coded dots to indicate per the price (often 1/4 or less than might find. many favorite pieces by each of the groups this. the original price, judging by the the recent edition o\ "Top Shelf," Location; 11 9th St. S. Moorhead- and commemorates the senior class' original tags) is often worth a little which consists predominantly or The last room, which is the big- Hours: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., graduation. non-consignment handbags, jewelry gest and set off to the right, holds digging. Saturday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone: and other accessories. The walls are plus size and petite clothing as well as For those who fear clothes once (218)236-6937. By A&E Editor Danielle Hance painted white, but feature hand- evening wear. It also encompasses the worn by others, know this: many o\ painted signs indicating the various curtained dressing rooms, which are the clothes there still have the origi-

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Follow the Leader We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank - Modest Mouse particular order... brought KoRn out from the underground to dominate the charts in '98. I swear to you that by the end of the summer, you will know the From the disco beats oi "Got the Life" to Jonathan Davis's scat session lyrics to "Dashboard." I have no idea why, but Isaac Brock writes in the middle of "Freak on a Leash," this album pushed the limits. Too intensely sardonic and bitter songs that the radio stations can't bad I was 11- years- old and too young to appreciate it at the time.,., get enough of Remember the days of "Dramamine?" 5ublime - Sublime The Earth is Not a Cold Dead Place - Explosions in the Sky 40 oz. to Freedom was pretty rad, Volume 3: The Subliminal Verses - Slipknot (5/25/04) One of my favorite things to do in the summer is sit in my but nothing says summer to me like Slipknot's magnum opus. What may sound like distorted noise to some backyard with a pipe and listen to the ambience of the night. jamming out this album from start to is really some of the most complicated, intricately layered music the Sometimes I'm driven to listen to listen to music. Inevitably, this finish. I actually feel guilty if I'm not world has ever heard. This album owned the summer of '04 with songs is the only album that ever seems appropriate. by the beach when I play this. Sum- like "Duality" and "Vermillion." Unbeknownst to the casual listener, mertime Track: "Doin' Time" some classy acoustic tracks are tucked away deep inside this album, like So Much for the Afterglow and Sparkle and Fade - Everclear "Vermillion Pt. 2" and "Circle," A lot of these songs would be fun to 1 know, it's two albums. Get over it. I went on vacation with my Chronicle - Creedence Clearwater see live and in person, too bad I value my health too much to ever go to family to California one summer, and I listened almost exclu- Revival an actual Slipknot concert. sively to these two records. It was a bit surreal: "Summerland" Jim Olson Seriously, who doesn't like CCR? became a living, breathing experience. "Pale Green Stars" still They're the one band you can blast on Out of Exile - Audioslave (5/25/05) brings back memories of watching the beaches and hotels fly by your boat and have your dad actually know the words, too. And I It 1 had to pick one album that epitomizes the true meaning of summer, on the highway. guarantee nobody on your lake is going to file a noise complaint. this would be it. Audioslave's underrated sophomore endeavor that Summertime Track: "Green River" gave us songs like "Your Time Has Come" and "Be Yourself makes me Stay What You Are - Saves the Day remember all the good times I had the summer after high school. Every There's something undeniable bare and sorrowful about this al- Californication - Red Hot Chill Peppers song on this album has a summertime feel, from the slow, beautiful love bum. From start (If I flooded out your house, do you think you'd I've only been to California once, but it was in the middle of sum- ballad that is "Heaven's Dead" to the catchy, uplifting strains of "Dande- make it out/Or would you burn up before the water filled your mer and it felt exactly how this album sounds. Also, it's perfect lion". Out Of Exile is like a vacation for my ears every time I listen to it. lungs?") to end ("Despair could ravage you/If you turn your head for roadtrips, as the last track implies. Summertime track: "Road With albums like this, it's a wonder why they had to go and break up. around to look down the path/That's lead you here/'Cause what Trippin" can you change?/You're a vessel now floating down the water- Stadium Arcadium - The Red Hot Chili Peppers (5/9/06) ways") this album drains me. The lyrics are almost uncomfortably Solace - Xavler Rudd Somebody had to say it. Come on, is there anyone who didn't turn it honest, but it's like a breath of fresh air after having the flu. At I've only had this album for a couple months, but it pretty much up for "Dani California" when it invaded the airwaves last summer? I sunset, I want nothing else. bleeds warm weather with every slide of the guitar. Plus, his killer don't think so. RHCP's triumphant double album containing such hits rendition of No Woman, No Cry makes up for me not including as "Tell Me Baby", "Storm in a Teacup" and "Readymade1" made Sta- So that's it for the Concordian '06 to '07 music section. We Bob Marley on this list. Summertime track: "Let Me Be" dium Arcadium arguably the best album of summer '06 (I say "arguably" salute Jim for his contributions, only lamenting that he couldn't because Tool dropped 10,000 Days that same month—the best album of have started three years ago. Next year Andy and I will both be Borders and Boundaries - Less Than Jake the year, as far as I'm concerned). back, and under new management. I've met the new editor once I saw these guys at Warped Tour in the middle of summer, and I or twice, and although I don't think I could spell or pronounce think I moshed my sunburn right off. I dare you to play this in your Peace and love from the other music critic around here. I'll catch you his last name properly, I think we'll be in good hands. Don't car and not roll down your windows, singing your sweaty butt off. all next year for more oi the most fun you can have in black and white. forget, for every Britney album you purchase, a child cries some- Summertime track: "Gainsville Rock City" Until then, have a great summer, and happy listening! where. See you when the leaves start to change colors.

Concordia's Beat release party Stories youVe never • Take a break on study day to check out etudent recording project read: 'Blackbird' by By ANDY CAMPBELL A&E Writer Michael Fiegel

Take a break on study day to check out By MATTSM1T student recording project A&E Writer For the past three years, a group of students interested in audio production have formed a student organization with the goal of Edison North is a very deliberate, calculating man. He creating a professional-level CD that showcases has to be in order to do his job- being a successful profes- some of the many diverse musical talents sional serial mass murderer takes a fair amount of prior around campus. They call it Concordia's Beat, planning. So he surprises a name that suggests a collective representa- himself, sparing one tion of something this school seems to have little girl's life when he no lack of—music. guns down everyone else The CD project was born when music in the McDonald's. Fie professor Russ Peterson had the idea that stu- finishes shooting, destroys dents could benefit from learning about what the tapes in the security it takes to go through a professional recording cameras, and then picks process by creating an album from the wealth the girl up and takes her of musical talent on campus. home with him. That's the "I was always jealous of MSUM's 'Dragon beginning. Tracks,'" Peterson said, referring to our neigh- Christian is having kind of a bad day. She doesn't really bor campus' CD project of a similar nature, fit in with her friends, and she dropped her change when STAFF PHOTO BY KARA COOK "so 1 though, 'we have a great recording she went up to the counter to get some ice cream. Then a studio, why aren't we doing this as well?1" from VIBE's a capella arrangement of "Hymn Tabernacle in Knutson. It is open to the pub- man, who was complaining because they put mayonnaise Since starting the project in 2004, Peter- to Concordia" to Leroy Electric's funky lic and free of charge. Take a break from your on his burger, shot everyone else in the restaurant, picked son, along with co-faculty advisor Leigh Wake- "Something's on My Mind". All together, 14 study day before finals and check it out! her up, stopped at the mall for some ice cream, and brought field, have helped with the recording, master- professionally-recorded tracks featuring both her home with him. She has no idea what the hell is going ing, and organizing process that goes into the original works as well as some takes on more on, but after two weeks in his apartment, she's figured a few CD. Much of the hands-on work, however, is popular material. Want to know more? things out. He's not after ransom money. He's not planning left up to the students. Senior music composi- "1 love this CD," Peterson said of the latest You can check out what else is going or\ on killing her later, unless she tries to turn him over to the tion major Blair Nelson was behind the wheel edition of Concordia's Beat. "It's a great mix in Concordla'e recording studio ae well ae cops. He's not interested in touching her in bad places, like of this year's album as producer and organiza- of what's happening on campus." listen to Concordla'e Beat from 2005 and the strangers her parents warned her about. In fact, for a tion president. He, along with sophomore Copies are available in Hvidsten, but if 2006 at http://www4.cord.edu/etudent/ serial killer, Edison is kind of boring. music composition major Adam Hochstatter that's too far out of your way, you should cbeat/index.html, If there are no really original ideas, let me know: where and yours truly, a sophomore business man- definitely consider picking up your compli- Do you want to get involved with the ' can I find another story like Blackbird? Slow, philosophical, agement and organizational communications mentary (that means free, folks) copy at the production of next year's Concordla'e &eat intense and character-focused, exploring what it's like to live major, have been working since the beginning Concordia's Beat annual CD release party. or AfterWork? with a sociopathic mass murderer- and what it's like to raise of the school year to make this idea a reality The release party is a collaborative effort with For Concordla'e Beat, contact Kuee a daughter while being one- Blackbird is really, truly, like for another year. AfterWork, Concordia's yearly student-led Peterson {[email protected]) or Andy nothing else I've ever read. And by now, you should have "Everyone involved has done an excellent art and literary journal. There will be poetry Campbell ([email protected]). figured out that I can't think of a better recommendation job," Peterson said. readings from AfterWork along with some live For AfterWork, contact Cathy McMul- than that. This year's Concordia's Beat features performances from Concordia's Beat at the len (mcmullen^cord.edu) or 3\\\ Snyder ([email protected]). a wide range of musical genres, everything release party, which will be at 7:30 p.m. in the http://blackbird.livejournal.com April 20. 2007 The Concordlan Take a musical risk and save the compact disk • Sales of singles outweigh album sales for the first time ever. Is this the end of the album era?

give up on the alburn as a medium tor By JIM OLSON by many a phenomenal artist or band. Contributing Writer I know for a fact I would not be the music just yet, and are still inspired person I am today were it not for their by the recent success of such artists as If you know me at all, you know huge impact on me and my world the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nickel- my memory is about as reliable as view and am eternally thankful for back, Justin Timberlake, and even Dick Cheney's aim, but there are a that. that annoying High School Musical few key dates I will never forget. For But now that little plastic disc of Soundtrack. example, I remember that day in the immense influence is in danger. A Taking this all into perspective, I summer of '96 when 1 bought my very recent article in the New York Times feel compelled to disagree with the old first album, biking all the way to the lamented the woes of the music adage and say all good things don't local Target and paying for it with my album in today's culture of iPod's and have to come to an end. Yes, many very own allowance money all by my payola-influenced radio play. It's a people today listen to music much grown up self. It didn't matter that I well-known fact that the music indus- the way they listen to radio, seemingly didn't own a CD player at the time (I try is suffering from a massive decline unfazed by the constant repetition played it on my computer); it didn't in sales, and has been for at least the of a dozen songs over and over and matter that most or my three friends past half-decade or so. The article over again, and many people don't weren't really into music of any kind; noted that for the first time in history, have the patience to explore the full Now every good critique usually smattering of radio-friendly singles heck, it didn't even matter that the digital singles outsold plastic CD's last possibilities of an album. Then again, ends in an offering of a possible solu- and never toeing the line. CD was Weird ATs Bad Hair Day. year, and that "buyers of digital music how can one give music a chance tion to a current crisis by the author, To all the readers out there con- What mattered was that 1 had this are purchasing singles over albums by when the likes of Fergie, Hinder, and so I'll give it a shot. The fact is, some tent with KDWB, B96, or Y94, I ask incredible plastic disc of technology a margin of 19 to I." With numbers Young Jeezy are spewing out carefully genres are equipped with the right you to take a chance and head out to all for myself to play over and over as like these, it doesn't take a busi- crafted songs that pollute the airwaves characteristics to resist this sales drop the closest Best Buy, Target or even many times as I damn well pleased ness major to realize that the music worse than anything the Kyoto Pro- due simply to the nature of the music (hopefully) an independent record (as long as I kept it at a reasonable industry is in the middle o( a massive tocol could fix? But come on, people produced. YouVe not going to start shop, talk it up with the clerk and volume and nothing after 9 o'clock paradigm shift and in desperate need - experiment! Isn't college all about buying individual songs by Sonny trade in your beer money for a new — right Mom?)- From there, my love for direction. trying new things? Truthfully, one of Rollins because everyone knows jazz album. You never know, you might affair with music snowballed into the Those big industry fat cats are now my favorite things to do when I'm is best in long album form. Likewise, get more enjoyment out of an album happy marriage it is today. I can now scrambling and taking chances at radi- home in the Cities is to grab my best you don't hear many opera fans than anything Mick's has to offer. 1 sit inside my room and stare in awe of cally new business models in hopes of friend and a fat wad of cash and drive talking about the hot new Luciano mean, albums have inspired people to the racks and racks of albums bought deterring this terrible trend. One new out to Cheapo or the Electric Fetus. Pavarotti single "blowing up" on the form their own bands, change their over the years, knowing they were all idea is the signing of new artists to I just zone out for an hour or so and charts; opera is meant tor an album- lifestyles, and even enter politics. The worth it. Of course, there are a few limited contracts, perhaps only a tew end up buying more than any one length experience. Even modern rock only influence beer has on your life is rare exceptions like that Limp Bizkit songs rather than an entire album and person should be considering their still has a fighting chance as long as in your dancing skills, and trust me, Remix album, but everyone makes therefore risking only a limited invest- paycheck comes from dicing tomatoes they're willing to grow and try new that's a bad thing. I've seen you. mistakes, right? Regardless, my pas- ment. Then, if the singles take off the and washing grapes in D.S. Income things. As for rap/hip-hop or country sion for music was directly influenced label would invest in more recording. or not, it satisfies me in a way nothing .... well, good luck. It's not my fault by many a phenomenal album made Luckily, most labels aren't ready to else can come close to. your industry is built specifically on a

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During training last year of faculty, coaches and dining service staff starting a countdown until the start of their "The most difficult thing is the struggle he started talking with Mark Knutson about already enlisted to help. Schaefer is hoping to summer vacation. However, another count- both mentally and physically," Seth said. It's possibly changing the route to go through the obtain about 75 to 100 volunteers and encour- down is already in progress in Fargo. It's the not only physically exhausting but the mental Concordia's campus. ages everyone to participate. countdown to the start of this year's Fargo strength required is incredible. Seth has been Schaefer is organizing a committee of about "The more the merrier," Schaefer said. Marathon. Scheels plays host to the third an- fighting through side aches and has looked at • 10 to help set up this Cobber welcome. At the However, the goal for the station is for Concor- nual marathon on May 19 starting at 8 a.m. training programs, picking out aspects that he drinking aid station volunteers will be handing dia to be a part of the Fargo Marathon every The 26.2 mile trek has gained a tremen- likes. His goal is to finish in 4 hours. out water and Gatorade for the runners as they year and be part of this great community event. dous amount of popularity over the past couple "It'll be tough getting over mile 18," Meier pass by. Aside from the essentials Schaefer is As the countdown continues the mara- of years, hosting over 8,000 participants who added explaining that it's one of the hardest making big plans to deck out the route in the thon will be bringing together thousands of run between North Dakota and Minnesota. parts of a marathon to push through. However, maroon and gold colors. individuals from differing regions and states. 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These 8 blocks come right before mile dia flags, and the runners will also be graced schedule since December. 17 and according to Steve Schaefer they're go- with the presence oi our very own mascot, In addition to running training Meier has ing to let everyone know when they've entered Kernel. orts Shorts Upcoming Sports Events:

Baseball Men's tennis April 20-22 April 14 April 14 The Cobbers Ida- both frames to St. Olaf 2-9 and 1*2. Scott The Cobbers beat Macalester 5-4- Concordia won 4 out of 6 Friday, April 20 Halupczok was 2*fot-3 at the plate matches in singles competition. Men's and women's track @ Kansas Relays, 9 a.m. April 16 April 15 Fastpitch softball @ St. Ben's, 4 p.m. At home the Cobber^ lost r hel 4*13 and then come back In conference action the Cobber men lose to St. John's 2-1. to win ] 1-10. They ate QOW Vithe MIAC and 5-15 overall. Concordia is now 4-3 in the MIAC and 6-6 overall. Saturday, April 21 Men's and women's track @ NDSU Bison Relays, 1 p.m. Fastpitch softball Women's tennis Baseball vs. Augsburg, 1 p.m. April 14 April 14 Fastpitch softball @ St. Mary's, 1 p.m. Concordia sweeps St. Olat winning 8-0 and 6-5. Kelli Niess The Cobber women lose to Macalester 2-7. Anna Mate rich Men's and women's tennis vs. Bethel, 9 a.m. broke the program record tor career hits, pulled off the only win in singles action fur Concordia. April 15 April 15 Sunday, April 22 The Cobbers pull out two more wins in league play against In more conference action the Cobbers lose to St. Catherine Baseball vs. St. John's, 1 p.m. Augsburg 6-2 and 4-3. Emily Jensen hits a home run to give 1-8. Fastpitch softball vs. Northland, 1 p.m. Concordia die lead. April 11 Men's tennis vs. St. Thomas, 2 p.m. April 17 Another tough loss for the Cobbers against hometown rivals Concordia's winning streak ends as they lose to the Tommies MSUM with a score of 1-8, The Cobbers are now 1-14 overall. *Home events in bold 3-10 and 1-9. Kelli Niess was named MIAC player of the week.

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It is perfect for the transition 2 after graduation tor a group of friends. The location is HOUSE FOR RENT. 4 bedroom/2 bath with dish- central to most suburbs. The house has hardwood in washer, W/D, A/C, garage, and large living and family 7 1 6 j 3 8 the kitchen, bath, and bedrooms, a huge front and back rooms. 2311 8th St S. Available June 1st. Contact yard and a large attached deck. Will be available May Jeremy at [email protected] or (701) 866-3156 2 j 3 (3 7 1st- $1600 a month. Please contact Concordia alum Aaron Marsh for more info 763-218-3059. Four bedroom house with study, two living areas, cen- Fill in the blank spaces so that every row, column and 3x3 tral air, garage andDscreened porch. Two blocks from square includes the numbers one through nine. **YOUR CHOICE** campus. $1300 a month. Call 3459 or 701D306-6255 ^Difficulty level: Easy Mint, bigger 1,2, or 3 bedroom, 2 bath apartments-va- for more information. riety of locations, amenities and prices available.Call us today!! Help Wanted Scott- 799-5184,Marge, 236-8721, Harley- 287-1743, Assistant Director Tim-287-0836,or Robyn-729-7222 Seeking full-time Assistant Director to supervise staff, volunteers, and operations of a homeless shelter for Housing: men. Half time shift work and intake at the food pantry One bedroom, Security, Quiet - No parties! Heat-Water when necessary. Individual to possess leadership and y Seeccreh paid, miniblinds, ceiling fan, A/C, Spotless. Certified advocacy skills; be highly organized; able to multitask; Compiled by Concordian afterhours staff crime/drug free housing. Lease and reference required. and flexible with hours. A bachelor's degree in a Social No pets. Call: 701-371-7435 218-346-6584 Science field is required and previous experience work- ing with homeless preferred. 1 used to play hide-and-seek on campus. 4 bedroom 3 bathroom homes by Concordia and MSU. $1295. Neat and clean. Send resume by April 23 to: I made out with a boy on Olin hill Homes have dishwashers, central air, garage door open- [email protected] or ers, etc. Dorothy Day House I agree with the Concordian. The anti-alcohol ajp (701)729-1841. Owner/Agent 714 8th St. S. campaign is not important to me. Moorhead, MN 56560 Walk to class! Newly remodeled, 2 bedroom apt., avail- I'm graduating with a 3.5 and I've never read|a able March 1! 701491-2530. Summer Jobs - Receive contact information now for college textbook. the summer employment at US National Parks, West- FOR RENT- Large efficiency and 1 Bedroom Apt, ern Dude Ranches and Theme Parks. You must apply I definitely still dance and sing in front of the mir- across the street from Concordia. HEAT AND WATER early. ror with a hairbrush when no one is looking. ;• PAID. Available May 1st. Call 238-0081 www.summerjobs-research.org I'm in the library often, but I'm rarely there for Beautiful home, great price, located close to Concordia PART-TIME TELERECRUITING SCHEDULER and MSUM. No smoking or pets. Available June 1st. studying. . , Call (701) 271-9253 for information. Seeking motivated, energetic candidates to work 3-5 hours during the day, evening, or weekends. Appoint- I spy on my friends at night. 2 bedroom duplex for rent May 1 at 821 7th Ave. S ments scheduled via a computer program. Training on Mhd. $650 per month. Includes heat and utilities. Off processes and recruitment provided. I have a secret crush on Zach Kenz... street parking. Coin operated washer and dryer. Call Benefit package includes medical/dental plan, paid I used part of my student loans to buy an iPod and 236-7162 holidays and vacation hours, 401 (k) with company a futon. match. APARTMENTS FOR RENT. Summer or school year Requirements: HS grad or GED preferred. Knowledge '07 - '08. One, Two, Three and Four bedrooms. 1 to of telemarketing techniques helpful. I have never done the reading for one of my classes, 4 PEOPLE. Also, efficiency and roommates. Located Shift: Evening Hours; Sun. - Thurs. but my professor thinks I'm a genius. between campuses and north.of campus. Call 218-236- 1143 Pre-employment drug testing required. Apply in person, I have had booze in my fridge all year, but my R.A. or send resume to HR, United Blood Services, 3231 has never said anything about it. Housemate, open floor plan, backyard, big kitchen, free 5 11th St., Fargo, ND 58104- Fax: 701.235.0485. Job laundry and wireless internet, flexible lease, $300 plus Order # 2007-017 I secretly steal my roommate's socks, just to watch utilities. Call Jamie at 701-212-2315. Closing Date: April 27, 2007 her flip out when another one is "lost" in the dryer. Wage: $8.00/hr. House for Rent: 916 12th Ave S. 4 bed/2 bath Avail- I hate Grey's Anatomy. able May 1st. No parties or smoking. Please call Phil Super Nanny! - 701.306.3203 Looking for mainly morning and/or early evening help I have done illegal things in the corner study room and some weekends. on the third floor of the library. Large 1 Bedroom Apt. Vi Block from Concordia, huge 8 year old girl and 9 month old boy. Will work around walk in closet, hardwood floors. HEAT AND WATER class schedules. Sometimes 1 hack into random websites, just PAID. Call Doug 701-238-0081 Could live with us if preferred. because I can. Send cover letter, resume and references to For Rent: Recently Remodeled House - Nice 3 bed- [email protected] I never go to the grocery store, only to D.S. room/2 bath house in Dilworth Finished basement - great extra room. Laundry room Newly Remodeled! 1 & 2 bedroom apts! also 4 bed- I get paid by businesses to dig up dirt on potential - free w/d. Central air, New Appliances, Lawn care, rooms w/ 2 kitchens! Close to hires through Facebook... and I love it so much, I'd do Snow Removal provided. GARAGE. NO PARTIES/ campus! Available now! Call 701-291-2530. it for free. NO PETS. $850. Per month + Utilities. Call Cindy 236-8793 or 212-8796 I've go dumpster diving at the end of second semes- ter so 1 can take other peoples' cast-off furniture.