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Volume 46, Issue 11 | Tuesday, september 4, 2012| ndsmcobserver.com International students adjust to life at Notre Dame American college life offers new experiences, challenges

By NICOLE MICHELS Multaputri said. “It opened my desire to come here.” News Writer eyes to the tight community Though she plans on working that the University has to offer, in the U.S. immediately after For most Notre Dame stu- and I am grateful to be a part of graduation, Multaputri said she dents, leaving home for it.” plans on eventually ending up college means adjusting to in- Multaputri said she had al- back in Indonesia. dependent living, a Midwestern ways had a desire to study away “I have never put much twang and colder weather. For from home. thought on what I am go- about 900 international stu- “I had always known I was ing to do after I graduate, but dents, however, the transition going to pursue my educa- most probably I will stay for a is far more abrupt. tion somewhere else outside few years to find some work- Freshman Rena Multaputri Indonesia because my family ing experience and then go said the close-knit community had always put importance on back to Indonesia after that,” at Notre Dame made leaving education for both me and my Multaputri said. Photo courtesy of Laura Derth Indonesia more manageable. sister,” Multaputri said. “After I Sophomore Pedro Suarez, International upperclassmen pose as they prepare to welcome freshmen arriving from abroad in August. “I went to a Mass in the got my acceptance letter, I tried originally from Brazil, said his Basilica on my first day here at to find more information about greatest challenge was adjust- really slowly because at home convenient.” Notre Dame and I saw people Notre Dame and the other ing to American food. I’m used to meals being events Suarez said though he loves hugging each other during schools that I got accepted into “It’s a cultural thing. We’d that bring people together, the community at Notre Dame, mass and singing the Alma ... the more that I knew about sit down for long dinners and but here it’s so different: peo- Mater proudly at the end of it,” Notre Dame, the stronger my long lunches,” he said. “I eat ple just eat fast, whenever it’s see STUDENTS PAGE 4 New Farley revives calendar fundraiser

By ANNA BOARINI County. The search for student- submissions, 20 men were News Writer Kelsie Corriston, Farley models was an extensive brought in for interviews. major Hall secretary, said the idea process, Corriston said. “We chose students Although Notre Dame to reinstitute the calendar “We tried to get the word based on their involve- has no shortage of long- came from former rector out as much as possible,” ment on campus and the launches held traditions, Farley Sr. Carrine Etheridge in she said. “We created a uniqueness of their sto- Hall intends on renew- 2011, although organizers Facebook event, emailed ries,” she said. “We tried ing one long forgotten. were given few details. clubs, talked to hall coun- our best to represent the By CHARITHA ISANAKA Farley’s Finest are bring- “We didn’t have any old cils and wrote a letter to diversity of Notre Dame News Writer ing back the Men of ND copies or information to The Observer.” given our applicant pool.” calendar, a former hall go on initially, so we re- Students either applied Corriston and her co-or- Students hoping to com- fundraiser, to benefit the vamped it ourselves,” she themselves or were nomi- ganizers used the bine language skills, Sex Offense Services Rape said. “It’s been an awe- nated by friends, Corriston cultural knowledge and eco- Crisis Center of St. Joseph some learning process.” said. After reviewing the see CALENDAR PAGE 3 nomic know-how can now pur- sue a major in International Economics, a joint offer- ing from the departments of Economics and Romance Volunteer group cultivates literacy Languages and Literatures. In a University press release, By CHRISTIAN MYERS said. “We’re focused on Department of Economics News Writer helping kids improve their Chair Richard Jensen said reading proficiency and the new major is suited for Teamwork for Tomorrow, get to where they should students hoping to make a student-led volunteer be.” themselves more marketable group, hopes to make an Schrank, a member of to employers at home and impact on South Bend chil- the club since her fresh- abroad. dren with its new youth man year, said Teamwork “This program will be an at- mentorship and reading for Tomorrow has become tractive option for ambitious, assistance program. an important piece of her sophisticated and savvy Notre Club president Emily time at Notre Dame. Dame undergraduates seeking Schrank said the group “It’s been a really great to prepare themselves for suc- offers tutoring to local way to break out of the cessful international careers,” children struggling with Notre Dame bubble and see he said. reading comprehension. what is going on in South Professor Theodore Cachey, “We’re different from Bend,” she said. “Getting chair of the Department of other tutoring programs to know these in that we don’t help kids see MAJOR PAGE 4 with their homework,” she see MENTORS PAGE 3 SUZANNA PRATT | The Observer

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time site coordinators “They choose a book to Mentors have developed different read to the kids and they Dance Marathon Continued from page 1 systems,” Schrank said. run the gym hour,” Schrank The St. Patrick group said. kids has been a large part works with students di- Many of the club’s books drive kicks off of my Notre Dame experi- vided into two age groups, are sourced from its ence. Obviously I’ve loved whereas the St. Casimir Thanksgiving break book By JILLIAN BARWICK it enough to take a leader- group keeps the entire drive, she said. Saint Mary’s Editor end the summer nights.” ship role.” group together through- “We get books from Tiberi said she hopes to The program is intended out, she said. The Saint Mary’s Dance build off the marathon’s past for public school students In order to recognize “Getting to know Marathon may not take place un- successes. between first and sixth the students’ efforts, the these kids has til March, but fundraising efforts “Entering our eighth year is grade, many of whom are group selects a “Kid of will kick off Thursday with the a really great accomplishment recruited from the govern- the Week” and an “Athlete been a large part help of local favorite Let’s Spoon in itself,” she said. “We have ment housing community, of the Week” at each site, of my Notre Dame Frozen Yogurt. now raised over $460,000 to Schrank said. Each student Schrank said. experience.” The Dance Marathon raises date.” is paired with a tutor, and “We believe in positive Emily Schrank funds and awareness for the Tiberi said she hoped the many returning students reinforcement and build- Teamwork for Tomorrow charitable cause would draw stay with the same tutor ing self-esteem,” she said. president “We are doing interest from Notre Dame as for several semesters. “The kids really love [the this for kids all well as the College’s campus. The club operates from awards] and it becomes a over the state of “One of our goals for this two locations on alter- big thing for them.” alumni of the club, parents Indiana. That year is to have more involve- nating days: St. Casimir Schrank said the club has of current tutors and com- ment from Notre Dame and Parish on Mondays and special events that depart munity organizations, but is why Dance to continue to spread aware- Wednesdays and St. from the weekly routine. we can always use more,” Marathon is ness across the campuses,” Patrick Parish on Tuesdays The most popular of these Schrank said. such a special Tiberi said. “I personally hope and Thursdays. Each ses- events is the talent show Schrank said 35 students organization, that everyone on campus can sion lasts two hours, with at the end of each school signed up for the club dur- identify with our cause to sup- one devoted to reading, year, she said. ing activities night last because it reaches port Riley Hospital for Children writing and other skill “We bring the kids to week. While the quantity is the lives of many and recognize that nights like development and the oth- campus, usually in the li- lower than in the past, she and fills many Give Back Night and Marathon er comprised of a snack brary auditorium. The kids said the new students’ en- more with hope.” Night are for more than just break and physical activ- all show off their talents, thusiasm was encouraging. dancing on campus.” ity period. we provide pizza and par- “It’s not as many as we’ve Amy Tiberi Tiberi said the marathon of- “During the gym hour ents often come to watch,” had in the past, but when Dance Marathon president fers the Indiana community they play games that are she said. “It’s a fun end of we reached out to them to more than financial support. centered on teamwork and the year wrap-up. The kids gauge interest everyone young patients of Riley Hospital “We are doing this for kids team building,” Schrank are always really, really who signed up seemed to for Children throughout the all over the state of Indiana,” said. excited about it.” actually be interested,” she school year. The marathon engag- she said. “That is why Dance Groups from the two The club also hosts an said. “Hopefully, we can get es the College and surrounding sites collaborate but op- “Athlete Day” each spring, most of them to commit.” community in support of Riley’s erate independently on a when Notre Dame varsity mission, said Amy Tiberi, Dance “I personally hope daily basis, she said. athletes join the on-site Contact Christian Myers at Marathon president. that everyone “It’s one club, but over activities, Schrank said. [email protected] Tiberi said she is excited to host on campus can Give Back Night at the local yogurt identify with our shop, which will contribute 20 percent of sales from customers cause to support Calendar Continued from page 1 presenting a voucher. Riley Hospital “Let’s Spoon has been a great lo- for Children, and cal business to work with and we recognize that interviews to seek out greatly appreciate their support,” students from dynamic she said. “Just printing off our flier nights like Give backgrounds. at smcdancemarathon.com and Back Night and “From the engineer who bringing it to the store will ben- Marathon Night spends time modifying efit our cause of helping the Riley are for more than toys for disabled children Hospital for Children.” to an Eagle Scout whose Senior Taylor Romens, a re- just dancing on dream is to fight hunger … turning participant of the Dance campus.” we were really impressed Marathon, felt the choice of ven- Amy Tiberi by each man’s engagement ue was ideal for the hot summer Dance Marathon president in service, dedication to months. academics and love for the “I think that Let’s Spoon’s in- University,” she said. “It was volvement with Dance Marathon Marathon is such a special or- cool to discover so many is a great way to give back to the ganization, because it reaches different experiences that community while also promoting the lives of many and fills many were still quintessentially their product,” Romens said. “It is more with hope.” Notre Dame.” still pretty hot outside, so cooling 12 models were selected off with a nice cup of frozen yogurt Contact Jillian Barwick at from the group interviewed, while giving back is a great way to [email protected] but the decisions did not end there. Corriston said the committee gave thorough Paid Advertisement consideration to determin- Photo courtesy of Kelsie Corriston ing which student best rep- Junior Phil Hootsman poses as Mr. September in this year’s “Men of resented each month. ND” calendar, produced by Farley Hall. “We tried to match months to their activities,” she said. calendar were mixed, but she said. “However, once “Mr. October is one of the Corriston said the charitable they hear our intentions band majors, so we wanted cause swayed many critics. they think it’s an awesome to make sure he was [pic- “A lot of people initially idea,” she said. tured for] a month during think we’re doing something football season.” similar to a firemen’s cal- Contact Anna Boarini at Initial reactions to the endar that objectifies men,” [email protected] 4 The observer | Tuesday, september 4, 2012 | ndsmcobserver.com NEWS

pave the way to any adjustment, but one he was “The religious appeal and Major number of professional Students well prepared for. how very accepting of faith Continued from page 1 opportunities. Continued from page 1 “I’ve been to so many in the students are is very “This is a great opportu- different countries that appealing to me,” Conte Romance Languages and nity for freshmen and soph- he misses his close-knit I don’t really get culture Silvestre said. Literatures, said the major omores. It is a full major family in Brazil. shock anymore,” Faubert Conte Silvestre said she appeals to students already that offers limitless oppor- “People in Brazil are very said. “I’m used to living in chose Notre Dame because acquainted with foreign tunities,” Williams said. “It attached to their families different places, and meet- it afforded her the great- languages. opens the paths for working … My friends are all liv- ing different people in dif- est degree of academic “Most students at Notre for international non-profit ing with their families as ferent environments … so flexibility. Dame have some significant organizations, NGOs, and it they’re going to college for me the differences be- “I chose Notre Dame — second or third language a great pre-grad major.” and to them it’s a very alien tween Mexico and Notre and going to college in the in their academic history,” The program consists of notion to think of living on Dame were not a huge States in general — because Cachey said. “Many stu- eight courses through eco- their own, doing their own shock.” there is no liberal arts high- dents are also interested in nomics and a minimum of laundry and getting their Faubert said the Notre er education in Brazil, and studying economics, one seven language courses, own food,” Suarez said. “I Dame fascination with because I had a good idea of the largest majors in the Williams said. think it’s hard for a lot of football seemed alien to of what I wanted to do with College of Arts and Letters. The departments are also Brazilians to study abroad him at first. my life but wasn’t totally We put the two together to hoping to establish a one- because of their attach- “[On the Hesburgh sure,” Conte Silvestre said. offer this major.” credit lecture course featur- ments to their families, Scholars Weekend] they “The possibility of coming Cachey said the study ing distinguished alumni regardless of what oppor- gave us private tours of here as one major but still of language and econom- involved in international tunities may have present- all the facilities on cam- being able to explore other ics are more cohesive than economics. ed themselves.” pus … we actually saw fields attracted me to Notre some would think. Williams said she is hop- Although American life Brian Kelly’s first prac- Dame … I was an [architec- “This is a major for stu- ing to build off of strong ini- is vastly different from tice,” Faubert said. “We all ture student] first semester dents who are coming from tial interest. what he was accustomed thought, ‘This is fun,’ but and then fell in love with Economics and are drawn “Students are learning to, Suarez said the move we didn’t understand why it design here.” to languages, and vice ver- about this new major. [First was not too difficult. was such a big deal … now I The sense of communi- sa. For example, students Year of Studies] has been “I’ve always grown up get it.” ty on campus was equally who have studied advanced helping us disseminate the in a fairly American envi- Junior Nathalia Conte important, Conte Silvestre Spanish will also study the information and we will be ronment, I even went to an Silvestre said she immedi- said. Economics of Latin America visiting classes to talk about American school,” Suarez ately adopted the football “I’m so attached to my and Europe,” he said. “This the major,” she said. “The said. “It was still weird to obsession. family, and if I had gone to is a natural combination in interest has been exception- transition from primar- “The football culture is a school that didn’t have this era of globalization.” ally strong, but this is what ily talking in Portuguese so awesome … to a degree such a community feel like Professor Shauna we anticipated. Around 12 to talking in only English, it’s the same as soccer back Notre Dame I wouldn’t Williams, director of un- to 15 students have already but I got used to it pretty home,” Conte Silvestre said. have been able to survive,” dergraduate studies for the signed up for the major.” quickly.” Other elements of the Conte Silvestre said. Department of Romance Junior Jonathan Notre Dame experience Languages and Literatures, Contact Charitha Isanaka at Faubert said the language also made her feel at home, Contact Nicole Michels at said the new major could [email protected] change was a formidable Conte Silvestre said. [email protected]

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Keeping up centered on political issues are gener- Leila Green At least once a month while eating Off the Wall in the dining hall, the people down ally good. Mussolini and Kim Jong-il the table treat me to a heated abortion did not principally agree with this. with all It worked. I am no longer a mem- debate that goes absolutely nowhere. Need I say more? ber of the handout-asking, illegal With the first audible utterance of People tend to hold steadfast to their alien smuggling, abortion-getting “abor-” I promptly cover my ears, hum beliefs. This is both admirable and Courtney Cox gang of socialists otherwise known loudly and enter a catatonic state that frustrating. It is admirable because it Assistant Scene Editor as Democrats. I’m a Republican now. may or may not also be prompted by keeps us from entering political purga- I can attribute this sudden change the gay marriage debate happening at tory. It is frustrating because with the Nothing captures my attention like a of heart to my own stupidity. I guess the table behind me. fervor that I believe a birther is igno- good old-fashioned family drama, and as I was too busy rigging elections and Be honest. When we enter political rant, they may think the same of me. petty as it may be, “Keeping Up With The hanging up Obama posters in my debates with people of different par- That is a disconcerting, rather horrify- Kardashians” has managed to pull me dorm. What caused this sudden ties, it isn’t some carefully coordinated ing thought, but what keeps me sane is in once again. There seems to be some- change in belief? Your compelling catharsis. In such case they would be knowing that we have free will and are thing so relatable in this seemingly out argument. You really outdid yourself passive-aggressive mentions of our entitled to our own opinions as long as of this world family. While no one near this time. I’m thoroughly persuaded. beliefs shared over tea, Prozac and they do not endanger others. me would describe their family as being Everything I once believed with ut- suggestively placed Right to Life flyers. The spectrum of political and moral similar to the Calabasas-based moguls, most conviction has been proved We want to hear what they have belief is truly fascinating. It is amazing almost any normal family understands invalid. You’re right: tax breaks to the to say, judge it (and them) and then how one person can believe that the the Kardashian family dynamic. rich always trickle down, gay mar- change their mind using valid, sound death penalty is wrong while another Kris Jenner, the mother of all moth- riage is wrong and the government arguments. We scheme for that “aha!” may believe that it is totally accept- ers, runs the show. She keeps everyone shouldn’t be helping those poor people moment when so and so changes his able. The lives we have led define our on schedule and pushes everyone to so much. What was I thinking? All I or her mind and emerges from igno- beliefs. The complexity of our history, work hard and do their best. Most people needed was a little convincing to come rance to enlightenment. I fantasize experiences and influences factor into know someone like this. Kris is that mo- over from the dark side. about this moment. I can already pic- what we think is wrong, what we think tivator who lights a fire under us all and … ture the balloons fall from the sky as is right and whom we will vote for. transforms even the most normal family You know those polarizing political the Republican Party disbands, and Our democracy allows for freedom into an untouchable empire. debates we sometimes have in class or the glorious trumpets sound from the of belief. Believe what you want as Kim Kardashian is the star. She may in the dining hall? Those debates in heavens. Will it ever happen? No. Am long as it does not cause harm. Argue not be the funniest, cute or interesting. which you are sincerely convinced that I okay with that? Yes. Or else, whom all you want as long as you listen as When Kris has a chance to thrust Kim you can persuade the other person could I argue with, and what would much as you speak. It is very hard to into the spotlight she never wastes a sec- that you are right? The ones that are motivate me into political action? We change someone’s opinion; they have ond. It’s because of this that the world supposed to end with: “You know what need opposition. We need something to do that on their own. Ultimately, be was forced to watch Kim Kardashian’s Mike, you ARE right. We Republicans to ignite our fire. There is no sense in thankful that you have the freedom to two-hour wedding special on E! Every are stupid, greedy and don’t know preaching to the choir. express your opinions and take advan- family has a Kim. anything about the real world. It IS a Of course, frustration or difficulty tage of your ability to cultivate them. Khloe is the underdog. She made a life woman’s choice. Now where do I sign should not prompt us to avoid politi- The absence of discourse indicates for herself outside of the confines of the up for College Democrats?” At which cal discourse. If we did, we would be apathy. Keep your ears attentive and Kardashian palace when she married point your now former Republican treading some awkward political your mind open. Lamar Odom, but she didn’t get the priv- crony is supposed to remove himself purgatory where Republicans and ilege of a two-hour special. Poor Khloe. from the College Republican’s Listserv Democrats are giving each other the Leila Green can be reached at There’s something so likeable about her and quit his job as Editor-in-Chief of silent treatment, which, in a sense, is [email protected] though. You respect her for distancing the Irish Rover. How realistic is the currently happening. I think we can The views expressed in this column are herself from her family. Khloe’s the per- expectation of a sudden, complacent all agree that stimulating, intellec- those of the author and not necessarily those son in the family who moved away. change of opinion? tual conversations across party lines of The Observer. Kourtney is the rational one. No line captures this more than her deadpan “Kim, people are dying,” after Kim be- Editorial Cartoon gan weeping about her lost diamond earring. Her off-the-wall boyfriend Scott serves as comic relief for the rest of the high-strung family. Kourtney and Scott are the rock to this otherwise emotional rollercoaster of a family. Rob Kardashian is the black sheep. He shacks up at Khloe and Lamar’s place despite being a grown man and he nev- er seems to hear the end of the endless string of teasing his older sisters unleash on him. Wildly insecure and tragically underworked, Rob has so much potential but he can’t seem to do anything with his time but shop for hair loss products and get tattoos of Kris on his arm. Father Bruce Jenner seems so out of place in this estrogen-filled environ- ment. Watching him with his youngest Quote of the day Weekly Poll daughters Kendall and Kylie just solidi- fies Bruce as the typical dad. Your family may not be covered in eye- “Life is difficult and complicated and beyond How do you keep up with news on campus? liner and pleather like the Kardashians, anyone’s total control, and the humility to know but everyone has a matriarch, a star, an that will enable you to survive its vicissitudes.” underdog, a rock, a black sheep and a Tweet your response with #ViewpointPoll dopey dad. Maybe we’re not that differ- by 5 p.m. Thursday. ent from the Kardashians after all. J.K. Rowling British Fantasy Author Contact Courtney Cox at [email protected] The views expressed in the Inside Column are those of the author and not Submit a Letter to the Editor | Email [email protected] necessarily those of The Observer. The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2012 | ndsmcobserver.com 7 Another semester begins for the SIBC

projects with industry leaders such as This summer, the SIBC partnered with about how this was changing the world Flavio Gregorio Goldman Sachs, NBC Sports, Bain & KlutchClub, a Chicago-based start-up, we live in. As companies could no lon- Guest Columnist Co., McKinsey & Co., Deloitte & Touche to provide an SIBC member the op- ger concentrate solely on the domestic and many more. At the conclusion portunity to intern at the start-up. This market, students viewed these changes As the new school year begins, so too of each project, students will travel opportunity marks a renewed focus by as offering a meaningful opportunity to does another semester for the Student throughout the country and present the SIBC to find ways to further P“ eace gain valuable business experience. International Business Council (SIBC). their findings to each corporation with through Commerce” both internation- Through their vision and hard work, The SIBC is the largest student-run their teams. ally and domestically. With additional they formed what has become the organization on campus with over 400 While we look forward to this upcom- domestic internship opportunities largest student organization on Notre active members. It is open to students ing school year and what the future on the horizon, the SIBC anticipates Dame’s campus. Now known since of all classes and majors. For those in- brings, we would like to highlight some the 2012-2013 school year will be a 2000 as the Student International terested, the All-Council kickoff night of the most exciting initiatives that very exciting one for new domestic Business Council (SIBC), the SIBC seeks will be held at 8 p.m. on Monday in the were launched last semester. opportunities. to fulfill its vision of P“ eace Through Jordan Auditorium in the Mendoza In January 2012, the SIBC wel- While these are just a few recent Commerce” by interacting with global School of Business. comed delegates from from Global initiatives, the SIBC is constantly re- companies and organizations, while The Council operates in two func- View Initiative (GVI), a student-led searching and evaluating new ways to educating its members and the Notre tional areas: summer internships and organization at the prestigious Peking provide new opportunities to members, Dame community about the different semester-long projects. This past sum- University in China. Students from both domestically and internationally aspects of international business. mer, students who participated in the Notre Dame and Peking University as has been the case throughout the Throughout the course of the semes- internships worked in South Korea, worked together to research, examine Council’s twenty three year history. ter, the SIBC will provide bi-weekly up- China, Thailand, Ecuador and the and make recommendations in for- The SIBC was founded 23 years dates on various Council initiatives and United States in functional areas rang- mal presentations to faculty regarding ago through a collaboration of dedi- activities. Again, the upcoming year ing from U.S. start-ups to microfinance future business trends that will affect cated Notre Dame students, Mr. Frank promises to be a very exciting one and in Latin America and financial trading both the United States and China. Potenziani (our benefactor) and Fr. we hope to see any interested students in Asia. Over fall break in October, 12 SIBC Theodore Hesburgh. It began as a fo- at the Jordan Auditorium on September The project side of the Council part- delegates will be traveling to Peking rum exploring the impacts of globaliza- 10th at 8 p.m. ners students with world leading cor- University in Beijing for a similar col- tion on our society under the name, The porations across the four divisions of laboration, strengthening relationships Notre Dame Council on International Flavio Gregorio is a senior. He can be finance, accounting, marketing and between students from both countries. Business Development. Students rec- reached at [email protected] consulting, providing real-world ex- In addition to the international GVI ognized the changing nature of the The views expressed in this column are perience in each of these fields. This initiative, the SIBC began exploring global economy, however, they felt that those of the author and not necessarily semester, we will be offering over 30 new domestic opportunities in 2012. textbooks were insufficient to learn those of The Observer. I just can’t get enough Uwire Former USC athletes Anna Gorman who don’t even have access to safe Office of Sustainability drinking water, it’s just sad. From an environmental standpoint, the waste of allegedly received I don’t know about you all, but every plastic is obvious. However, even if this time I stick my water bottle in front of argument is tired and unconvincing to the sensor on a Hydration Station, I get you, there are multiples other ways that improper benefits this little rush, this feeling of excite- bottled water greatly harms the envi- ment and anticipation. It’s like a Jack in ronment. Bottled water production uses the Box type thing, but less terrifying. about 2,000 times the energy of produc- Jefferson was at USC for one season, Joey Kaufman I know it’s coming, but part of me still ing tap water. 2007-08, before similarly declaring Daily Trojan wonders if it will. Then, when the coun- The fact that people pay such bloated for the NBA draft but was not taken in ter turns, the show’s over, and I drink prices for bottled water is fairly silly. A former Los Angeles County ap- either round. the water. Geez oh man. About half the time this water comes praiser allegedly provided thousands Though coming on the heels of a If you haven’t tried it yet, it’s deli- from the tap anyway. There’s also the of dollars worth of impermissible two-year postseason ban, USC still cious. You feel clean and refreshed after fact that these companies devastate benefits to two former USC student- remains on probation following sanc- drinking it. It’s everything you ever town residents by using up the available athletes, according to a report released tions handed down by the NCAA in wanted from your water and more. As tap water for their bottling practices. Saturday by the Los Angeles Times. June 2010. So, it could be classified one of my friends put it: “It’s so good, I So, if you see a friend with a “dispos- The Times, under the California as a repeat violator should the NCAA want to shower in it.” Truth. able” water bottle, chide them. Carry Public Records Act, obtained emails determine McKnight and Jefferson did Now how could this situation get any your reusable water bottle around, si- from the Los Angeles County’s as- receive improper benefits. better? Well, many of the dorms part- lently encouraging others to get on your sessor’s office, suggesting that Scott “I can personally assure you that nered with the Office of Sustainability level and embrace the reusable as well. Schenter provided former running USC takes its compliance obligations to provide all residents a swanky, hall- If you do end up purchasing a bottle of back Joe McKnight a car and an airline with NCAA and Pac-12 rules extremely specific reusable water bottle. Two water, redeem yourself by refilling it a ticket and former basketball forward seriously and we are dedicated to major wins in just a few weeks time. few times and then recycling it. You’re Davon Jefferson roughly $3,700 in playing and competing the right way,” What else makes this situation fantas- the best! cash. School officials told the Times Haden added. tic? You’re simultaneously helping save ‘Til next time, drink a few bottles for they immediately reported the allega- Schenter was first tied to McKnight the environment and promoting social me and enjoy! tions to the NCAA and announced in 2009 when the Times first reported justice. Saturday they will investigate the re- McKnight had been seen driving Some of you may not buy into this Anna Gorman can be reached at port as well. a $27,000 Land Rover around the fact, but it’s true. To produce one liter [email protected] “We have just learned of new alle- University Park Campus. The Land of bottled water, it takes almost three The views expressed in this column gations presented by a reporter from Rover had been listed under Schenter’s liters of tap water. When you think are those of the author and not the Los Angeles Times,” USC Athletic name. McKnight was then held out of about all the people around the world necessarily those of The Observer. Director Pat Haden wrote in a state- the Trojans’ next game, the Emerald ment on the school’s website. “We have Bowl on Dec. 26, 2009 – a 24-13 win for discussed those allegations with the USC over Boston College. Follow us on Twitter. NCAA and Pac-12, and we will thor- oughly investigate them and take any This column originally ran in the Sept. @ObserverViewpnt and all necessary actions.” 3 issue of the Daily Trojan, serving the McKnight played for the Trojans University of Southern California. from 2007-2009 before declaring for The views expressed in this column are the NFL draft where he was selected in those of the author and not necessarily the fourth round by the New York Jets. those of The Observer. 8 The observer | Tuesday, September 4, 2012 | ndsmcobserver.com

By MEGHAN THOMASSEN used any intertitles, placards inscribed with dialogue or Lotte Eisner, a turn-of-the-century French-German Scene Writer narration, which placed even more importance on the film critic, said “[The Last Laugh] is preeminently a actors’ talent to convey the story. German tragedy, and can only be understood in a coun- “The Classic 100” at the DeBartolo Performing Arts The film stars one of Hollywood’s patriarchs, try where uniform is king, not to say god.” It is not hard Center will begin Tuesday with “The Last Laugh (Der German-Austrian actor Emil Jannings. He was the first to imagine, however, how Americans can relate to the Ietzte Mann),” a 1924 silent film directed by German actor to win the Academy Award for Best Actor and the doorman’s preoccupation with status. Jannings en- director F.W. Murnau. A live score will accompany the first to be presented an Oscar. Jannings plays the door- dears the audience to the doorman’s sterling work ethic film screening with a piano performance by a student man with perfect bumbling determination. He takes and optimistic nature. “The Last Laugh” touches the in the music department. evident pride in his position as he preens in his ornate heart and arouses an outcry for justice for the doorman. In this film, a proud but aging doorman endures a uniform and evokes a sort of German Jeeves. The door- humiliating demotion and has no choice but to sleep in man’s entire identity depends on his appearance, espe- his workplace. Only the night watchman gives him any cially among his neighbors, so he is naturally crushed Contact Meghan Thomassen at [email protected] pity, as the rest of the doorman’s friends and family re- when he descends to a washroom attendant. buke him. Even though the doorman’s fate seems cruel, Silent films may seem simple in the way the charac- the finale gratifies with a delicious twist. The film also ters move about the set accompanied by instrumental provides a charming look into German life, the domes- music. The black and white faces mime fear, joy, sorrow tic joys and social norms that defined Germany in the and evil with almost laughable elasticity. But they are 1920s. also mysterious and open to the audience’s interpreta- On Campus “The Last Laugh” lives on for its significant position tion. Contemporary movies apply heavy doses of sen- What: “The Last Laugh” in filmmaking history. It was one of the first films to sory overload (ahem, “Transformers”) and leave little to use dynamic camera angles. The camera bobbed in the imagination. Where: DPAC and out of rooms, popped close to character’s face as Silent films, however, project shadows on a screen When: 8p.m. Tuesday they emoted and darted out again for a full action shot. and characters grow larger than life through subtle ges- How Much: Free with student ID French filmmaker Marcel Carnelater said, “The camera tures and looks. Drama arises naturally as the audience ... glides, rises, zooms or weaves where the story takes tries to guess the true thoughts and intentions of the Learn More: www.performingarts.nd.edu it. It is no longer fixed, but takes part in the action and characters. The result in “The Last Laugh” is engaged becomes a character in the drama.” Murnau also barely enchantment.

nearby close well before 6. Luckily, the IHOP used food coloring and processed co- spot around town let me know and I will be ANKUR CHAWLA International House of Pancakes, IHOP, was coa powder, they were still sure to maintain sure to add it to my list. Or if you think you Scene Writer open and had the perfect dish for my break- the deep chocolate flavor that is supposed to make the best pancakes in town, I would be fast craving. While my expertise and love of be at the dish’s core. Furthermore the pan- happy to taste test them and make you a stack With my time at The Observer, I have re- red velvet typically revolves around its cup- cakes were, as one would expect from an in- as well. viewed everything from cupcakes to the best cake form, I made an exception for IHOP’s ternational house of them, perfectly cooked, Contact Ankur Chawla at foreign food restaurants South Bend has to limited edition red velvet pancakes and they light and fluffy. [email protected] offer. Despite these ventures, I have unfairly did not disappoint. Smothering the stack of pancakes was a The views in this column are those of the au- ignored my favorite meal of the day: break- All too often, red velvet cake is a sad ex- generous helping of delectable cream cheese thor and not necessarily those of The Observer. fast. Thus, over the next few months I will be cuse for what the classic dish embodies. icing that had a perfect balance of sweetness on a quest to find the best breakfast places in Traditionally, red velvet’s deep red color was and flavor on top of the syrupy consistency the area (yes, North and South Dining Halls achieved by the reaction of acidic vinegar and appropriate for pancakes. Topping that off International House of are on the list). Now, I tend to enjoy the sweet buttermilk revealing the red anthocyanin in are the almost half a dozen flavors of syrup at Pancakes - Red Velvet breakfast foods opposed to savory, so please pure cocoa. The decadent and smooth cake the table including boysenberry, strawberry, forgive me if I focus too much on pancakes, was even aptly nicknamed “devil’s food” blueberry, classic old fashioned, and my per- Pancakes crepes, and waffles and you yourself are an apart from red velvet and was known for its sonal favorite butter pecan. omelet person. overpowering chocolate flavor and luscious One might say this dish is more dessert Location: 4115 North Main Street The first of my ventures was just this texture. However, since processed cocoa than breakfast or dinner, and to that I say Mishawaka, IN 46545 past weekend, when around 6pm Saturday powder has become the norm in baking and touché. Still, I regret nothing and would order evening, in the awkwardly early hours af- cooking, red food coloring has dominated these pancakes again (and again), especially Hours: Mon-Thu, 7a.m. - 10p.m., Fri-Sat ter watching the Irish win, I was jones-ing the recipe with people more interested in the since they are quite a steal at just over one-dol- 7-12a.m. for “brinner”: the meal made famous by artificial ruby red color rather than the rich, lar-a-pancake. While I am looking forward to “Scrubs.” Unfortunately for me, and you if you chocolaty flavor (most people I talked to had trying every pancake spot in the area, it will be like waffles, bacon, and eggs for dinner, most no idea red velvet even had chocolate). hard to top these. of the traditional breakfast establishments While I have no doubt the pancakes at If you have a favorite breakfast or pancake

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Gilmore Girls 2.0

By CAROLYN TUREK Sherman-Palladino, is the story of Las Vegas slightly off-kilter characters. Her addition of Michael Winters or Yanic Truesdale. Maybe Scene Writer showgirl Michelle Simms (Broadway star six “Gilmore Girls” veteran actors throughout Paradise could use its own Taylor Doose or Sutton Foster) and her spontaneous inser- the 10-episode summer run of “Bunheads” is Michel, or even a cameo from the Gilmore In my two years living in an all-girls dorm tion into the small-town universe of Paradise, simply the icing on the cake. The relocation girls, themselves. at Notre Dame, I believe I have found an ad- California. Finding herself both married and of Sean Gunn, Rose Abdoo, Gregg Henry, The following is an introduction to our ditional entry to the long list of “Things Notre widowed in the span of a single one-hour Chris Eigeman, Todd Lowe and Kelly Bishop Stars Hollow favorites’ new roles in Paradise. Dame Students Like,” — the Gilmore Girls. episode, Michelle quickly finds a leading to Paradise makes the reappearance of “the Other “Gilmore Girls” doubles include Based on the studious, ambitious, and kind role at Paradise Dance Academy, opposite classic Gilmore Girls” humor and charm all Chris Eiseman, as Jason on “Gilmore Girls” qualities embodied at this school, it is not her new mother-in-law and highly esteemed the more sweet. and theater director Conor on “Bunheads; surprising that many ND girls identify with dance teacher (Kelly Bishop). So begins the “Bunheads” has been a great success this and Rose Abdoo, as Gypsy on “Gilmore the epitome of those qualities, Rory Gilmore. transportation back to Stars Hollow, home summer, due in part to its similarities to Girls” and tap-dance student Sam on Consequently, it is not hard to see why so of the beloved Gilmore Girls, led by matri- “Gilmore Girls.” Its echoes of Stars Hollow “Bunheads.” Amy Sherman-Palladino many dorm rooms possess the show’s seven- arch Emily Gilmore — oops, I mean Fanny are a dream-come-true for fans like me who also recruits Sam Phillips again in the season DVD collection. However, since the Flowers. have been pining for the Gilmore Girls since “Bunheads” music department, con- 2007 finale of “Gilmore Girls,” fans have been Though set at Fanny’s dance studio rather their sad 2007 departure from prime time TV. tributing to the small-town sounds of forced to enjoy the show’s witty sarcasm and than Miss Patty’s and at an “oyster bar” rath- Our favorite characters’ reappearances are Paradise. pop culture references in reruns. That is, un- er than Luke’s diner, Sherman-Palladino’s long overdue and a welcome change to the til ABC Family’s newest addition “Bunheads” signature mile-a-minute dialogue still re- flat characters that have become TV’s stan- premiered this past June. mains. It is clear that Sherman-Palladino’s dard. When “Bunheads” makes its return to “Bunheads,” the most recent prod- writing is the key to TV success, attracting ABC Family, perhaps we can look forward to uct of “Gilmore Girls” creator Amy viewers that appreciate smart humor and more Gilmore Girls appearances from say,

Kelly Bishop’s two maternal charac- All true “Gilmore Girls” fans remember Sean Gunn, the wildly quirky, perenni- Todd Lowe makes his appearance on ters are nearly indistinguishable, save for Mitchum Huntzberger well as the power- ally job-changing and self-searching Kirk of “Bunheads” loud and notable, this time Fanny’s more bohemian clothing style and wielding father of Rory’s college boyfriend “Gilmore Girls” has made a much-anticipat- with an eye patch rather than a guitar. penchant for kitschy knick-knacks. Both and the cause of Rory’s academic downfall. ed return to Amy Sherman-Palladino’s cre- Previously, Todd Lowe played the lovable, Fanny and Emily occupy central roles with- It seems that karma has followed-up with ative universe. Sean Gunn entered Paradise if oblivious member of Hep Alien. Now, he in their respective community bubbles and Mr. Huntzberger as he moves to Paradise. as the world-renowned barista, Sebastian returns as the one-eyed town plumber and they both possess clever rapports with their Now the lethargic and openly alcoholic “Bash.” Kirk’s antics were predictably dorky love interest of Truly, the owner of a dress respective daughters. And though Michelle owner of the town surf bar, Gregg Henry has and their details laughably unpredictable; shop, Sparkles, and Fanny Flower’s wan- Simms is not played by “Gilmore Girls” vet- traded in his tailored suits and superior de- Bash’s antics are much the same. Michelle nabe daughter-in-law. eran Lauren Graham, if one pays attention meanor for comfy t-shirts and a lackadaisi- (apparently possessing a coffee addiction to only the dialogue in “Bunheads,” it is far cal surfer-dude ‘tude. of Gilmore proportions) is shocked and ap- Contact Carolyn Turek at [email protected] too easy to picture Lorelai Gilmore residing palled to see Bash’s customers reading nov- in Paradise. els and doing homework while patiently waiting in line for their morning cups. She soon learns that Bash hand-selects his cof- fee beans used in each brew and he uses his mystically insightful powers to suggest the appropriate blend for each customer, thus turning a morning coffee run into an hour- long event. Kirk would surely be proud of this endeavor in entrepreneurship.

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Sports Authority NFL Replacement refs NFL season likely to start threaten game with replacement referees

the players last year? Associated Press Peter Steiner We probably wouldn’t be Sports Writer having this conversation if NEW YORK — Officially — the replacement refs had offi- at least in their comments — The time is finally upon us. ciated this preseason without NFL players and coaches aren’t The rosters have been many problems. But the fact concerning themselves with trimmed, fantasy drafts is, they have been nothing refereering. completed and even though short of awful. You could fill The NFL and its locked-out Terrell Owens failed to make an entire SportsCenter Not officials weren’t talking two the Seahawks roster, the pop- Top 10 with the gaffes by days before the season begins, corn is ready for the opening replacement refs in just this a clear indication replace- week of the NFL. preseason. ments will be on the field for But amidst all the excite- While the fans can voice Wednesday night’s opener. ment of the new season, let’s their disapproval, the real Doesn’t matter, according to take a step back to remember critics should be the players. many of the guys who call the where we stood roughly one And judging by their out- plays or carry them out. year ago — fans, manage- cries, they are frustrated with “We’re going to play the ment and players alike let out the subpar officiating this games regardless,” Chargers a collective sigh of relief as preseason and undoubtedly All-Pro safety Eric Weddle said the new collective bargaining worried about how this issue Monday. AP agreement was signed. The will affect the regular sea- “Everyone makes mistakes. I Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Munchak argues with an NFL lockout had ended and ev- son. They shouldn’t have to make mistakes. It’s just the way replacement official during a preseason game August 11. eryone involved was excited deal with inadequate referees human nature is. You can’t get that football was back and when other, more qualified hard on guys that are trying deal with whatever they call, Referees Association, which unaffected by the four-month and previously successful of- to do the best they can. You’ve whether it’s old guys, new guys, covers more than 120 on-field trench fight between the NFL ficials exist. just got to deal with it. middle guys. Their stuff some- officials, are at odds over sal- and NFLPA. As the lockout becomes “Each week, each game, times influences the game, but ary, retirement benefits and Fast forward one year, more and more public, the each practice, they’ll get bet- you’ve got to overcome that.” operational issues. The NFL where we can all be glad NFLRA will continue to ter, so it’s not a concern of ours. Both sides met for three days has said its offer includes an- Regardless, we’ve got to go out last week, but did not reach an nual pay increases that could there and execute and take it agreement to end the three- earn an experienced official “Unfortunately, this year has dealt us out of their hands. Let’s go out month lockout. The replace- more than $200,000 annually yet another lockout. And although it is and play good football, execute ment officials who worked by 2018. The NFLRA has dis- less public than the last, it still poses a at a high level and then they the preseason games amid puted the value of the propos- significant threat to the quality of the won’t be in position to throw much criticism will handle al, insisting it would ultimately flags and make judgment the Cowboys at Giants opener reduce their compensation. game we know and love.” calls.” and the other 15 games on the With the stalemate, the NFL Broncos coach John Fox weekend. will use replacements in the that America’s most popular gain leverage. The players’ echoed those thoughts. “You just have to play your regular season for the first time sport isn’t affected by con- complaints and mistakes “In this game you’ve got to game. You can’t even pay any since the opening week of 2001, tract disputes and pension by the replacement referees overcome a lot of things,” Fox attention to it now at this days after the terrorist attacks. negotiations, right? Wrong. only serve to strengthen the said. “You’ve got to overcome point,” Giants receiver Victor Many of those replacements Unfortunately, this year has negotiating position of the the other team. Sometimes Cruz said Monday. “You just came from the highest levels dealt us yet another lockout. NFLRA. you’ve got to overcome your have to go out there and trust of college football, something And although it is less public Can you imagine the tur- own mistakes. So, officials that they are spending time that has changed drastically than the last, it still poses a moil that would occur if a have always been a part of it in the meeting rooms and this year. The current replace- significant threat to the qual- referee blows a late call that and they’ve never been an ex- those referee rooms, reading ment crews are comprised of ity of the game we know and changes the outcome of the cuse. So, I don’t care who’s out the plays and getting the calls mainly of officials from the love. game? I call to mind the an- there, we’ve got to worry about down.” Arena League, and the NCAA Last week, the NFL an- ger in 2008 against one of how we’re playing and we’ll The league and the NFL Division II and III levels. nounced its plans to use the league’s best referees, Ed replacement referees in the Hochuli, when he ruled Jay The Observer accepts classifieds every business day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Notre Dame office, first week of the NFL season Cutler’s late fumble an in- 024 South Dining Hall. Deadline for next-day classifieds is 3 p.m. All classifieds must be prepaid. The as the lockout of the NFL complete pass, which allowed charge is 5 cents per character per day, including all spaces. The Observer reserves the right to edit Referees Association (NFLRA) the Chargers to win the game. all classifieds for content without issuing refunds. continues. I can only imagine the criti- The battle began in early cism the NFL would receive if June, but unlike last year’s such an event took place with Personal “Glory Days” by Bruce Springsteen says when she feels like crying, lockout, the two sides have a replacement referee. she starts laughing thinking about. still failed to come to an In the end, the lockout is I had a friend was a big base- agreement despite the ap- about power and the NFL ball player back in high school, Now I think I’m going down to the proaching regular season. doesn’t look willing to relin- He could throw that speedball by you, well tonight, and I’m going to drink As a quick summary of the quish any of its own by giv- Make you look like a fool boy, till I get my fill, And I hope when I get dispute, the issues at hand ing in to the NFLRA. It will Saw him the other night at this old I don’t sit around thinking about deal with the pay increase be interesting to see how the roadside bar I was walking in, he it, but I probably will, Yeah, just sit- percentage, pension agree- situation plays out in the next . was walking out, We went back in- ting back trying to recapture, a little ment and number of full-time month, especially if the re- UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? Don’t side, sat down, had a few drinks, of the glory of, well time slips away, referees the NFLRA is re- placements continue without go it alone. Notre Dame has many but all he kept talking about was and leaves you with nothing mister quired to have. In most recent errors. resources in place to assist you. but, boring stories of glory days. talks, the referees and the With or without the lock- If you or someone you love needs Chorus: Glory days well they’ll pass NFL were about $16 million out, America is ready for confidential support or assistance, you by, Glory days in the wink of a Chorus (repeat twice) apart for the seven-year deal. some football. Let’s just hope please call Ann Whitall at 1-0084 or young girl’s eye, Glory days, glory days If you have a hard time un- the quality of the game isn’t Karen Kennedy at 1-5550. For more derstanding why $16 million drastically affected by the information, visit ND’s website at: Well there’s a girl that lives up the Quotes of the Day: matters so much to the NFL, situation. http://[email protected] block, back in school she could turn I’m with you. Over the seven- all the boy’s heads, Sometimes on “The greatest pleasure in life year span of the deal, that Contact Peter Steiner at a Friday I’ll stop by and have a few is doing what people say you equates to under $75,000 per [email protected] drinks after she put her kids to bed, cannot do,” -Walter Bagehot team per year. Besides, is this The views expressed in this Her and her husband Bobby well not the same NFL that was Sports Authority are those of they split up, I guess it’s two years If I have lost confidence in my- arguing how to split the an- the author and not necessarily gone by now, We just sit around self, I have the universe against nual $9 billion profit-pie with those of The Observer. talking about the old times,, she me,” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Paid Advertisement 12 The observer | Tuesday, september 4, 2012 | ndsmcobserver.com Sports paralympics Debate over blades cuts into Pistorius’ legacy

height for the first time last year and it was difficult to get used to them. I decided to try them again earlier this year and it went a little bit better. Three weeks ago, we decided to really go for it. “The prosthesis don’t run alone. Of course they are good for an improvement, but there is not a significant time difference.” While Pistorius claimed it was an unfair race because he couldn’t compete with Oliveira’s stride length, South African sports scientist Ross Tucker found that the loser in fact took six fewer steps than the winner. “The leg-length issue is an ‘advantage’ that Pistorius has always had, and we’ve been watching him compete for years not knowing if he’s done the exact same thing as he is now accusing Oliveira of,” Tucker wrote in an analysis of AP the race on his SportsScientists. Gold medal winner Alan Oliveira of Brazil, left, poses with silver medalist Oscar Pistorius of South Africa after the medal ceremony for the com website. men’s 200-meter final during the Paralympics Monday, in London. The row threatens to rumble Associated Press within minutes of his first ever calculates the predicted height competing alongside able-bod- on for the remainder of the Paralympic loss in the 200, fail- of an athlete, plus 3.5 percent to ied rivals. Paralympics, with Oliveira po- LONDON — After years as the ing to defend the first of three account for the on-toes running Oliveira, whose limit is 1.85 tentially standing in the way of poster boy of the Paralympics, titles from Beijing. position. meters, claimed Monday that Pistorius repeating his trio of a chastened Oscar Pistorius “I would never want to detract Pistorius’ maximum allow- his blades gave him a race height golds in Beijing. moved Monday to defuse the from another athlete’s moment able height is 1.93 meters, yet he of 1.81 the previous night. Next up is the 4x100 relay on row that threatens to blemish of triumph,” he said in a state- opts to stand at 1.84m in blades “The coaches and I decided Wednesday, before Pistorius the clean-cut image he forged ment on Monday. “And I want to that were subjected to stringent to try a higher blade,” Oliveira bids to defend his titles in the during a protracted struggle for apologize for the timing of my testing in 2008 to show they was quoted as saying by The 100 on Thursday and 400 on acceptance within his sport. comments.” provide no advantage when Guardian. “I tried the new Saturday if he reaches the finals. Throughout numerous legal However, Pistorius was un- fights to be allowed to compete wavering in his determination Paid Advertisement alongside able-bodied rivals, to ensure the International Pistorius could at least always Paralympic Committee tight- count on returning as the icon ens the formula used to calcu- of the Paralympics and collect- late the acceptable length of ing gold medals. blades. But the era of Paralympic “I do believe that there is an invincibility for the so-called issue here and I welcome the “Blade Runner” appeared to opportunity to discuss it with end when his bid for a third the IPC, but I accept that rais- straight gold in the 200 meters ing these concerns immediately was thwarted Sunday night by as I stepped off the track was another double amputee on wrong,” Pistorius said. “That carbon fiber prosthesis. was Alan’s moment and I would Victory seemed certain for like to put on record the respect Pistorius when he reached the I have for him. bend on the London track, but “I am a proud Paralympian Alan Oliveira of Brazil came and believe in the fairness of storming down the home sport. I am happy to work with straight on his blades to over- the IPC, who obviously share take the defending champion. these aims”. Rather than hailing his rival, The IPC insists the length Pistorius accused the 20-year- of Oliveira’s blades were pro- old Brazilian of gaining an un- portional to his body, with all fair edge by using lengthened the finalists measured before blades. That’s despite spend- Sunday’s race. But the IPC ing years himself convinc- knows it cannot ignore perhaps ing authorities that he should the only globally recognizable be allowed to compete in the star of the Paralympics. Olympics — a feat he achieved “Clearly we don’t want ath- last month — because his pros- letes running on stilts,” IPC thesis did not influence his ath- communications director Craig letic capabilities. Spence said. “What we need to Having called on the world do is have a formal meeting with to focus on the abilities of ath- all the experts in the room. He letes rather than their disabili- might propose some changes, ties before the London Games, but out of credit to the athlete, Pistorius has shifted the spot- who has done so much for the light back onto the advantage Paralympic movement, those technology might provide. comments he has shouldn’t fall To many, the South African on deaf ears.” sounded like a sore los- The formula that determines er by launching his tirade the length of blades allowed Sports ndsmcobserver.com | Tuesday, september 4, 2012 | The Observer 13

SMC Soccer MLB Belles to compete Giants top Diamondbacks with neighbor

By MATT STEWART core of the defensive front in the Sports Writer first two games. Rosenbaum, last week’s MIAA defensive player of Saint Mary’s does not have the week, has not let a goal past to travel far for its final test in her so far this season. non-conference play, as it will Chanler’s superb goalkeep- challenge neighbor Holy Cross ing will be essential against Tuesday. The Belles will try to Holy Cross, who tallied 50 shots earn their second win of the against St. Mary of the Woods last season following a win against week. Bethel and tie against Illinois “She gives our team a lot of con- Tech this past weekend. fidence to defend aggressively,” Belles coach Michael Joyce Joyce said. stressed that these first few games The Belles will hope to add onto of the season present an excellent the first defensive effort of the first opportunity to find who belongs two games against Holy Cross. at each position. The team will try to solidify each “What we’re mostly concen- position prior to conference play, trating on these first few games which starts Sept. 13. is getting the right people in the “The Holy Cross game is one right positions on the field,” Joyce more chance, and our last chance AP said. “So that is the biggest thing to get prepared for our conference Chris Young of the Diamondbacks singles against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning of a we take away from the games, games,” Joyce said. “So we’ll con- game Monday night. The Giants won 9-8 in 10 innings. who can perform at a high level centrate on a few players in posi- when there is pressure.” tions to make sure we’re set up for Associated Press moved to second when Brett Zito struck out five of the Joyce noted the strength of conference play. Pill dropped his first career first seven he faced and had the team’s defense and said “The team will be excited to SAN FRANCISCO — Marco sacrifice bunt. Angel Pagan Arizona’s hitters chasing he is hopeful for offensive compete again quickly. We were Scutaro hit an RBI single in grounded out to first to ad- pitches all over the zone and improvements. a little unsatisfied to come away the 10th inning after Buster vance Crawford to third. in the dirt — until he didn’t. “I think our defending will be a with a tie at Illinois Tech, so it will Posey’s tying double in the Scutaro sent the final In the fifth, Chris Johnson strength for us all season,” Joyce be nice to get back on the field ninth, and the San Francisco fastball from Bryan Shaw sent an 80 mph cutter over said. “I don’t think we’ll allow quickly to try and get a result.” Giants rallied to beat the (1-5) past diving third base- the wall in left for his 14th many goals this year, but we’ll The Belles will take the field at Arizona Diamondbacks 9-8 man Chris Johnson for San home run, a two-run shot have to do a better job of finishing Holy Cross on Tuesday at 5 p.m. on Monday. Francisco’s seventh walk-off that sliced San Francisco’s and creating chances offensively.” Brandon Crawford beat win. Scutaro also doubled and lead to 4-2. Zito was replaced Sophomore goalkeeper Contact Matt Stewart at out a single to short lead- scored the tying run in the by Guillermo Moto after al- Chanler Rosenbaum was at the [email protected] ing off the final inning and ninth to help hand J.J. Putz his lowing consecutive singles second straight blown save. to Upton and Jason Kubel to Paid Advertisement Putz had converted 19 con- open the sixth. secutive saves until blowing Arizona sent ten batters to a chance against the Dodgers the plate in the inning while on Sunday. getting an RBI from five dif- Sergio Romo (4-2) pitched a ferent players — Johnson, perfect 10th for the Giants. Paul Goldschmidt, Willie Scutaro hit a double to left Bloomquist, Chris Young and leading off the ninth against Aaron Hill — to take a 7-4 lead. Putz and moved to third on Goldschmidt’s double was the Pablo Sandoval’s groundout. only extra-base hit. Posey doubled down the left- Zito gave up four runs and field line to score Scutaro. seven hits and struggled to go Putz intentionally walked deep for the second straight Hunter Pence and struck out start. Arizona starter Patrick Xavier Nady swinging. With a Corbin followed suit, allow- full count and an announced ing four runs and seven hits in sellout crowd of 42,045 roar- five innings. Both struck out ing to its feet, he struck out six and walked none. Hector Sanchez and quieted Zito left with a 4-2 lead, a AT&T Park. light ovation from fans and At least for a little. a mess Mota couldn’t clean The Giants, coming off a up. Mota, who came back last 5-1 road trip against Chicago week following a 100-game and Houston, returned home suspension for his second with a 4½-game lead over the positive drug test, gave up Dodgers in the NL West. The two hits and a walk before the loss gave Arizona, now 10½ boo-birds pelted the pitcher back of San Francisco, an- until he exited. other blow to its fading playoff Sandoval singled home hopes. Angel Pagan in the seventh as The Giants handed starter San Francisco began its own Barry Zito plenty of support in rally. the first inning. After Upton added an RBI On a relatively warm, wind- single for Arizona in the less day by San Francisco eighth, Crawford hit an RBI standards, Posey’s fly carried double and pinch-hitter over the head of right fielder Brandon Belt followed with Justin Upton and off the score- a two-out single to bring the board for a double that scored Giants within a run. David Scutaro. Pence followed with Hernandez, who started the a two-run triple and Sanchez’s inning, got Pagan out on hard infield single gave the Giants a line drive to right field for the 4-0 lead. final out of the eighth. 14 The observer | Tuesday, september 4, 2012 | ndsmcobserver.com Sports

If Notre Dame is going to seven minutes remaining to return to the elite level of lose 1-0, their first season- college soccer, it will be the opening loss since 1999. team’s experienced upper- The script was the same on classmen that will make it Sunday, when the Tar Heels happen. tallied the match’s only score They may currently sit out- in the 85th minute. side the top-25, but the Irish So, much of the produc- are still the coaches pick to tion — and headlines — will win the Big East, and are undoubtedly come from the more than capable of making play of Notre Dame’s youth a run to the College Cup, just this season. But if this team as they did when they won it is to win the tight games that all two years ago. make or break seasons and Three-quarters of the string together to form post- 2012 squad were still in high season runs, it will have to school when the Irish won learn from those who have that national championship, done it before. but tri-captains Tucker, se- It will certainly take the nior defender Jazmin Hall toughness and overlapping and junior midfielder Mandy runs from Hall, hustle and Laddish — the only three re- possession from Tucker, and maining regulars from that the explosiveness of Laddish championship squad — were — once she returns from the there, and they know what it U-20 World Cup — to power takes to win when it counts. the Irish to wins. And for all the talent this But more importantly, a

MACKENZIE SAIN | The Observer year’s young team possesses, successful season will hinge Junior midfielder Elizabeth Tucker takes on a North Carolina defender in the Irish game on Sept. 2. Tucker learning how to win games on the leadership of all three is among the small but critical group of upperclassmen. late has been its biggest ob- captains, plus the team’s oth- stacle so far. er upperclassmen, to provide penalty kick against No. 24 Stephanie Campo — has held It began in the preseason, the squad with the one thing Hight Santa Clara, and her master- opponents to an average well when the Irish dominated it really lacks: experience. Continued from page 16 ful dribbling sealed the vic- under one goal per game. Baylor, but gave up a goal in Now it’s up to us to keep the tory in the dying minutes. By any measure, clearly, the the 88th minute to settle for story straight. On Friday, it was freshman And the back line — featur- team’s underclassmen will be a 1-1 draw. The next week- forward Crystal Thomas who ing freshmen Brittany von the main story this year. But end, they surrendered a goal Contact Jack Hefferon at strode up to bury a first-half Rueden, Katie Naughton and don’t let that fool you. to Wisconsin with less than [email protected]

able to know where to run and have given her confidence in and help the team accomplish the field together for a few more Club where she’s going to play it. her ability to put many points our overall goals.” years, collaborating on a goal Continued from page 16 Katie always has the perfect on the board for the Irish. With Naughton and Thomas much greater than the simple through ball.” “It’s been very exciting to already pushing the Irish to- pass binding them on the field. “A lot of [club soccer] was Naughton’s great field vi- score in my first few games,” ward their goals in their first learning how to win big games sion, powerful leg and physical Thomas said. “It’s great to know few weeks on campus, it seems Contact Brian Hartnett at and how to deal with adversity,” style of defense have helped that I can accomplish my goals this unlikely duo will be seeing [email protected] Thomas said. “Coming out of it her solidify a spot as one of the as a champion was one of the anchors on the young Irish de- Paid Advertisement best experiences I’ve had.” fense. A starter in four games Although Naughton and this season, Naughton earned Thomas were ranked as two of national recognition when she the top club soccer recruits in was selected to the Top Drawer the Midwest, they both admit- Soccer National Team of the ted to not talking much about Week in August for her perfor- college choices with each other. mances in victories over Tulsa It was not until the end of the and East Carolina. Naughton long recruiting process that said a major key to her early the teammates learned they success has been the relation- would be playing college soccer ship and communication she’s together. developed with her fellow de- “We talked about [college] at fenders over the span of just a first, but then the process be- few months. came really intense, and we “I think [the defense] built were trying to figure everything up a great chemistry in the out,” Thomas said. “We were preseason, so just being able to very excited when we finally trust everyone on the field and found out we were both coming especially the fellow defenders to Notre Dame.” has really allowed us to do our As the next chapter of the best,” Naughton said. “Having pair’s respective journeys be- that trust and faith in each gins in South Bend, Naughton other has really helped us out said her sense of familiarity early.” with Thomas has already ben- On the other side of the field, efited her transition to the col- the speedy and agile Thomas lege game. has emerged as one of Notre “It’s nice to know there’s Dame’s top scoring threats, someone on the field you can as she’s tied for the team lead trust,” Naughton said. “It’s with two goals. After notching certainly been an advanta- her first college score in Notre geous thing to have played with Dame’s 5-0 victory over East [Thomas] in the past.” Carolina, Thomas served as Thomas echoed her senti- a prime catalyst in the team’s ments, adding that her playing upset over Santa Clara, rifling experience with Naughton has a penalty kick into the corner made her communication with of the net to score Notre Dame’s the backline much easier. first goal. “I usually know what Katie’s Citing her “technical abil- going to do,” Thomas said. ity and fight on the ball” as her “From making eye contact and biggest assets to the offense, working together off that, I’m Thomas said her early goals DAILY ndsmcobserver.com | Tuesday, september 4, 2012 | The Observer 15

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From their positions on opposite sides of the field to I don’t know if you’ve heard, their differing styles of play, but the Irish are a pretty young Notre Dame freshman de- team. fender Katie Naughton and If you’ve been reading The freshman forward Crystal Observer (and let’s be honest, Thomas seem to have lit- of course you have), you may tle in common beside their have noticed that we’ve snuck membership in this year’s “young,” “freshmen,” “inexpe- top-rated freshman class. rienced” or “underclassmen” Yet the duo possesses into almost every headline a unique bond extending about the team this season. much deeper than the occa- Heck, even the story running sional booming through pass with this column today is about from Naughton to Thomas. two freshmen. The two Chicagoland-area And even if you haven’t been natives have been playing on following the team this year, the same team since the U-15 the numbers say it all: The level, as they spent the last current crop of freshmen were three seasons as members of the No. 1 recruiting class in the Sockers FC Chicago club the country, and 12 of Notre team. Dame’s 24 players are fresh- In their time at Sockers men, compared to just two re- FC, Naughton and Thomas maining seniors on the roster. helped lead their club to na- The team started seven fresh- tional recognition, as the men Sunday in a marquee team captured two Illinois matchup against No. 19 North state cup titles and reached Carolina, and just two upper- the 2011 U-18 regionals. classmen — junior midfielders Thomas said she believes Elizabeth Tucker and Rebecca her big-game experience on Twining — cracked the start- the club level has served as ing 11. strong preparation for the After a five-way competition high-stakes contests mak- in the preseason, freshman ing up most of Notre Dame’s Elyse Hight emerged to win the schedule. MACKENZIE SAIN | The Observer starting goalkeeper spot. Freshman defender Katie Naughton, 24, goes up for a header in a 1-0 Irish loss to North Carolina on Sunday at see CLUB PAGE 14 Alumni Stadium. Naughton and longtime teammate Crystal Thomas are two of 12 freshmen on the roster. see HIGHT PAGE 14

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By AARON SANT-MILLER able to pull out three big wins, happens to be Irwin, who is a can put up,” Kuschel said. the Belles’ list of all-time ca- Sports Writer including an impressive upset two-time first team all-MIAA Radekin is also a threat, as reer assist leaders and will try over No. 21 Heidelberg. player. she earned the honor of be- to improve on that standing After an impressive show- “We expect it to be tough,” ing second team all-MIAA last this fall. Both captains are ing in the North Park Classic Kuschel said. “Trine is a really fall. She looks to continue a coming off all-tournament championship, the Belles will tough gym to play in and they “If we perform our hot start to the season against nominations as well and hope bring an undefeated record to have really great fans.” best, success will the Belles on Tuesday, as she to carry that momentum with Trine University on Tuesday Not only do the Belles face managed to pass Trine gradu- them. for their first conference the challenge of traveling to come; the win will ate Rainbow Bednarski on Kuschel said the Belles will matchup. an opponent’s home court, come ... It’s really Saturday as the career Trine win the road game if they play “We’re really looking for- but Saint Mary’s also faces important for us assist leader. up to potential. ward to going into a con- a team with some talented to keep our head The Belles bring their own “If we perform our best, ference competition that’s players, as Trine returns se- talent to Trine, having cruised success will come; the win always exciting,” Belles coach niors Betsy Irwin and Sarah on straight and to the best start they have will come,” Kuschel said. “It’s Toni Kuschel said. “We’re part Radekin. continue to play ever had in Kuschel’s tenure really important for us to keep of a really tough conference “That team, they are return- well as a team.” at Saint Mary’s. The Belles our head on straight and con- and we expect more of the ing a lot of really dominant are graced by the return of tinue to play well as a team.” Toni Kuschel same this year.” players, especially their big sophomore outside hitter Kati The Belles look to do just Belles coach Trine (3-1) presents a tough middle hitter,” Kuschel said. Schneider who led the team in that Tuesday at 7 p.m., as they matchup for a 4-0 Belles team. “She’s always tough, really kills last fall, the first fresh- travel to Trine for a big confer- The Thunder is coming off fast, dynamic, and if we want man to do so since 2003. Also ence match. a second-place finish at the to win we have to find a way to “We really have to play well returning to the team is senior Ohio Northern University shut her down.” defensively to contain her and setter and co-captain Danie Contact Aaron Sant-Miller at Invitational. There, Trine was That big middle hitter combat her numbers that she Brink. Brink sits at third on [email protected]