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Press Box: Leak’s transfer Old Gold and Black a missed chance Page B1 thursday, january 18, 2001 “covers the campus like the magnolias” volume 84, no. 15 Mysterious illness forces evacuation of Benson By Lisa Hoppenjans the building as well. News Editor Sorority events were moved to separate buildings as members of the Winston- Over a dozen emergency response vehi- Salem Fire Department Hazardous Mate- cles surrounded the parking lot of the rial Team entered Benson in gas masks. Benson University Center on Jan. 15 as The first concern of University Police at least 50 students fell ill from unknown was the safety of the students, which causes. An extensive investigation failed was coordinated with the Forsyth County to conclude the nature and source of the Special Operations Response Team and odor. Emergency Medical Service. “We were Students attending the Kappa Delta focused on the medical treatment of the sorority preference night party in Benson students,” University Police Chief Regina 401 claim to have noticed a strange odor Lawson said. in the building. As the women stood in A medical response center was set up in a circle with their arms linked for the the Pit to treat students who experienced White Rose Ceremony, freshman The- symptoms ranging from nausea and diz- resa Madaline fainted. ziness to headaches and tightness in the “At first I thought I was just feeling chest. Approximately 50 students and sev- sick because I was nervous and the room eral employees working in the building was hot,” Madaline said. “As we stood in were treated. One student was transported the circle, I realized I was going to pass to Forsyth Memorial Hospital, where she out.” was treated and released. As Madaline was taken from the room, Authorities initially thought that the several other women fainted. Univer- odor was the result of a gas leak, but dis- sity Police was called at 7:37 p.m. and covered that there was no gas line to the responded within minutes. building. At 10 p.m. Winston-Salem dis- “By the time the medics arrived, I was trict fire chief Jerry Grubbs reported that feeling much better,” Madaline said. the hazardous material team had been As more students began to feel ill, the unable to determine the odor. Will Wingfield/Old Gold and Black building was evacuated at 8:19 p.m. The “We were unable to locate anything University Police coordinated with members of the Winston-Salem Fire Department in their efforts to provide medical building was occupied not only by the that would create this problem. We have treatment to students and determine the source of the illness. Despite extensive investigation throughout the entire KDs, but by members of Pi Beta Phi soror- building, officials were unable to detect the odor that students cited as the cause of their illness. ity and students using various services of See Illness Page A5 Anonymous donor gives $4.1 million Freshman

By Elizabeth Bland designed to increase scholarship funding. Old Gold and Black Reporter “This scholarship allows people to come who The gift is unusual, however, because no one on typically might not have thought there was campus knows the benefactor’s identity. Generally class adds The university’s capital campaign got an early when anonymous gifts are made the donor identi- start recently with the anonymous donation of financial aid available for them.” fies him or herself to university officials and then $4.1 million. The gift, a transfer of stock, will be Bill Wells requests anonymity. But, in this case, Mills only dealt used to create a new Heritage Scholarship program Director of Financial Aid with the patron’s investment manager, who served primarily for students from middle to lower income as an intermediary between the university and the 50 transfers families who are in need of financial aid. donor. Approximately 32 Heritage scholarships will be According to Robert Mills, an associate vice pres- Initially, the donor expressed interest in giving available for use in fall 2001. The scholarships are ident for university advancement, the donation money to the university, asking about the various Students accepted for spring will benefit from renewable for up to four years and will cover as much blends nicely with “The Campaign for Wake Forest orientation and housing changes. as 75 percent of a student’s college costs. University: Honoring the Promise,” which is, in part, See Gift on Page A5 By Anna Lee Old Gold and Black Reporter

While most students returned to campus this past weekend after a brief absence, approximately Recruitment draws 50 students transferred to campus to begin their first semester of study at the university. The majority of the new students are freshmen who had been placed on the admissions waiting list for enrollment in fall 2000. 387 female Rushees These students were sent a letter in the summer of 2000 informing them that they had been accepted for admission to the university for the spring 2001 semester. By Kathryn Spangler parties on the third day. Martha Allman, an associate director of admis- Old Gold and Black Reporter Round four of Recruitment sions, said, “Most of these students have not included preference parties where enrolled at another university (prior to this semes- Three hundred eighty-seven potential new members attended a ter).” women arrived on campus Jan. maximum of two parties. Immedi- This decision to admit freshmen students for the 11 to begin the process of formal ately after the last party, potential spring semester was preceded by an increase in sorority recruitment. The Chi new members completed a prefer- the number of students that decided to come to Omega, Delta Delta Delta, Kappa ence card, allowing each woman the university after having been accepted. Allman Alpha Theta, Kappa Delta, Kappa to rank the two sororities. said that over the past two years, “A lot more Kappa Gamma, Pi Beta Phi and Recruitment concluded with students who we have accepted have said yes and Phi Mu sororities participated in Bid Day where invitations to therefore we have not used the waiting list.” the university’s recruitment pro- join sororities were distributed to Kirstin Nantz/Old Gold and Black She noted that the university had qualified appli- cess. potential new members, and each cants on the waiting list but simply did not have On the first day of recruitment sorority held a party in the evening The waiting game room to accept them for the fall semester. all 387 of the potential new mem- for their new members. Therefore, the decision was made to accept bers attended parties at each of “My big problem with Rush is Seniors Andy Daugherty and Tim Kennery make the most of their time in line as some students for enrollment in the spring semes- the seven sororities. Potential new that they cut you — the sororities students camped out in line for basketball tickets. Camping out for tickets is a tradition ter, when spaces open up because of December members then attended five par- that is revived every basketball season and is in full swing this semester. graduates and students studying abroad. ties on the second day and three See Recruitment Page A4 Another consideration was where the new stu- dents would live. Residence Life and Housing was aware that the students were coming and that housing changes would need to be made. RLH sent a letter to the residents of Palmer and Piccolo Residence Halls notifying them that the incoming Former prime minister tops list of spring events students would be housed in those buildings. The students were placed in the lounges where they were afforded the same amenities of a regular By Lisa Hoppenjans expansion of free enterprise, that have shaped the Eric Whittington, the associate director of external room. RLH has not recieved a complaint about News Editor last 100 years and the challenges relations for the Babcock Graduate School, noted the changes yet. that face the United States and that Thatcher’s international recognition and abil- For most students, the excitement of the university’s Europe in the new century. ity to talk about the importance of free enterprise Transfer A4 presidential debate this fall can not be matched, yet Thatcher became the first in a global economy were important considerations See Page as the weather warms and the magnolias bloom, the woman ever to hold the position in her selection as speaker. “Lady Thatcher’s track spring promises its share of high profile events. of British prime minister in 1979. record as prime minister included an emphasis on The university will host another international politi- She held the office for eleven the private markets and a belief that private markets, i n d e x cal figure when Lady Margaret Thatcher, the former years, the longest tenure of any instead of the government, would be appropriate to prime minister of Great Britain delivers the 2001 British prime minister in over 150 handle some social concerns,” he said A&E ...... B5-7 In Other News ...... A4 Babcock Graduate School of Management Broyhill years. Although approximately 1,000 of Wait Chapel’s Briefly ...... A2 Perspectives...... B8 Her Conservative Party gov- 2,200 seats will be reserved for MBA students and Calendar...... B7 Police Beat ...... A4 Executive Lecture 7 p.m. Feb. 16 in Wait Chapel. Thatcher The lecture, “Challenges Facing the 21st Century,” ernment promoted tax cuts and others affiliated with the Babcock Graduate School, Classifieds ...... B7 Schedule ...... B2 will examine global events, such as the fall of com- an overall reduction in the role Comics...... B7 Sports ...... B1-4 Editorials...... A6-7 What’s Your Problem?.. B7 munism, the breakup of the Soviet Union and the of government. See Spring Page A5 A2 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black News Dining services puts options online By Will Wingfield … to allow students to check their Bell said, “they can come by the to the entire student body with Graphics Editor balance and … add money online office and I will have a copy of all information tables and a cup pro- to their account. The next phase students’ PINs. It’s under lock and motion. Sponsored by Coca-Cola, With its Web site, http:// that will roll out is the ‘Something key.” plastic cups that will be distributed wakeforest.ecampusservice.com, From Home’, which are the gift Other people, such as parents, will entitle students to discounted the university Dining Service is packages, and the last is cater- who wish to add money to a stu- refills in dining halls on campus, using the Internet to supplement ing.” dent’s account online must obtain as long as they use the cup for many of the services that were pre- The gift baskets and catering, the card and PIN number in order refills. viously offered only in person or which can currently be ordered to access account information. University Dining currently has over the phone. electronically via e-mail, will be During PIN registration the Web no plans to expand beyond their Using this Web site, students can available online before the end of site has sometimes responded, three planned phases. Bell said check the balance on their Deacon the semester, according to Bell. “We’re sorry the system is cur- that the Web site “will be rolling OneCard, and make deposits to Funds deposited will not be rently unable to process your PIN, out different facets throughout the their account using a Visa or Mas- available until after 9 a.m. the next please try again later.” Bell said, next few years.” terCard. The dining service also business day, and there is a mini- “Because it is a pilot program, “I think what the dining service plans to include an online order- mum amount of $100 per transac- there will be glitches in it.” and the university would like to ing system for the “Something tion. Deposits made in check or Since September, the Web site see is how it goes at this level,” she from Home” gift baskets and cater- cash form can be made over the has been gradually introduced said. Kirsten Nantz/Old Gold and Black ing services they currently offer. phone or at their office in Reyn- to the student body. The pilot Bell said that the Web site is According to Kristi Bell, the stu- olda 31C. program was initially presented being offered as a convenience, Takin’ it easy dent services manager for univer- In order to access account infor- to Student Government, the Res- and will not replace more tradi- sity Dining Services and ARA- mation, a student must create a ident Student Association and tional means of doing business. Sophomore Noreen Walsh enjoys rare period of warmth on a sofa MARK Web site liaison, the web- PIN number that is six to eight other campus organizations. “The main concern of this office located outside of Taylor House. site “has three phases: the first numbers long. “In case a student Later this semester, dining ser- as well as the dining service is cus- phase was rolled out in September does misplace their PIN number,” vices will promote the Web site tomer service,” Bell said. Web site allows students to rate professors

By Will Wingfield the “Wake Forest University” link. “Campus Life” most beneficial in the methods of other educa- Graphics Editor and “Grading” are rated under this folder and pro- tors,” he said. fessors have a separate folder named “Professors/ Berenhaut feels that university professors take The Internet has increasingly become a means Teachers (Wake Forest).” more interest in the students than at other institu- for university students to give their opinions about In most cases the professor is listed alpha- tions. university professors. betically by last name, and their department is None of the students interviewed used Virtual The Web site www.virtualratings.com has included in parentheses. Ratings as an exclusive source for information become a popular site among many university People who wish to rate a university professor about professors. Students also take into account students. can chose among 11 letter grades, ranging from what they hear from fellow students. Virtual Ratings currently features 529 eval- A++ to F-. Senior Vanessa Bain said she also used “word uations among the university’s 230 rated pro- The rest of the rating is similar to newsgroup of mouth from friends.” fessors. format in that it has a one-line subject heading “It wouldn’t change my mind about anything Set against statistics at the university Web and a text box in order to provide as much com- unless I saw something that really alerted me site, fully two-thirds of the university’s 348 mentary as the user is willing to submit. about a teacher,” junior Jake Stump said. “It goes full-time undergraduate faculty are rated, People who want to rate a professor on the Web into the process … it wouldn’t control any of the each having on average more than two site must create a user ID. Some students can decisions I make.” reviews per professor. choose their actual name or their university logon However, Stump said, “If there are enough The Web site is similar to other popular ID as their user ID. Others can choose to disguise quotes on there you can get a pretty good idea opinion sites on the Web, such their identity to the public, but the site requires a of what a teacher is like.” as www.epinions.com and www.rateitall.com, in user’s name and e-mail address in order to reg- “Once people hear about it, and more people that they rate products, services and popular ister. start using it, it will be a great resource in choosing people. Professors who wish to respond to ratings can do classes,” Bain said. Virtual Ratings, however, also rates different so by clicking a link under their folder. However, “I couldn’t find any of the professors I was look- aspects of university life, such as grading the web site mentions no process that can prove ing for,” she said. policy, student life and professors in the that the e-mails are actually sent from the profes- When professor ratings are available, she case of the university. sor. described it as a “quick and easy way to get infor- Other Web sites, such as www.rateyourprof.com Kenneth Berenhaut, an assistant professor of mation about professors.” and www.ratingsonline.com, have previously mathematics, has received the highest ratings Junior Josh Petty pointed out some shortcom- Amanda Jones/Old Gold and Black tried to get university students to rate their pro- among all professors on the Web site. ings of the Web site. Loading up fessors. However, Ratings Online, for instance, He feels the Web site can have a positive impact “I think … kids may not do the work and get has ratings for only 10 university professors. on the campus. “I think a forum for discussion of a bad grade and take their lack of effort and say In order to access university ratings, click “Col- student course experiences that is accessible to the teacher did a bad job,” he said. “That’s not Crowds grew as the week went on with the Martin Luther leges” under the “Education” heading. From both educators and students can be a good thing. fair to (the teachers) or students who are referring King, Jr. holiday causing the bookstore to close Jan.15. there, click “North Carolina Colleges” and follow It might be interesting to see what students find to the Web site.”

Campus organizations may have their announcements listed by sending e-mail to [email protected], faxing to Ext. 4561 or writing to P.O. Box and placement and Tai Chi, a Chi- a review of applications by the B r i e f l y nese martial art. Several activities council, student interviews with 7569. The deadline for inclusion in each week’s paper is 5 p.m. Monday. are also planned for children. The prospective supervisors, academic program, which is funded by an records, participation in extracur- Ethics and Leadership grant from ricular activities and interest in the university, is free and open state government. Students will the public. dents, faculty and staff may call There is a mandatory volunteer to the public. Traditional Chinese be notified of acceptance in late Museum to present their campus voice mailboxes orientation offered 6 p.m. either food will be provided at a small March. More information is avail- for announcements by the News Jan. 23 or Jan. 31 at in Babcock charge. For more information, call able at www.doa.state.nc.us/doa/ Choctaw exhibit Reynolds foundation Service. In most cases, e-mail Auditorium at the Medical Center. Ext. 5675. yaio/intern.htm or by contacting announcements will also be dis- For more information, contact the Youth Advocacy and Involve- The Museum of Anthropology offers fellowship tributed to the campus commu- Ashley Phelps at 713-3519. ment Office in the North Carolina is hosting the “Mississippi Choc- nity. The News Service also main- Applications available Department of Administration at taws: Traditional Life in a Modern The Z. Smith Reynolds Founda- tains a special phone line for (919) 733-9296. World” exhibit through Jan. 26. In tion has a fellowship available for weather related announcements Lecture continues Year for program in Africa conjunction with the exhibit, Mar- a North Carolinian who demon- that can be reached at Ext. 5935. garet Bender, an assistant profes- strates an interest in philanthropy, Recorded messages are updated of Ethics and Honor The deadline for students to turn Career services sor of anthropology, will present public policy, the non-profit sector often on the line. Frequently in their application for the univer- a slide lecture entitled “Continu- and/or community service. The updated information can also be Arthur Scwartz of the John sity’s summer program in Benin, hosting spring fair ity and Change in Southeastern fellowship is a one-year position, obtained at the Benson University Templeton Foundation will speak West Africa is Jan. 26. Applica- Indian Languages” at 7:30 p.m. with the possibility of renewal Center information desk. on character education in public tion materials are available from The Office of Career Services Jan. 18. The museum will also host for a second year. The fellowship schools in his presentation, “The Sylvain Boko, an assistant pro- will host a spring career fair, Job Leanne Howe, a Native American begins in August and applications Competitive Advantage of fessor of economics, in Carswell & Internship Connection, from 12 playwright and fiction writer, at 7 must be postmarked by Feb 15. Kendo Club meeting Virtue”, at 7 p.m. Feb. 1 in Pugh 117. For more information, contact p.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 24 in Benson p.m. Jan 25. The events are free The fellow acts as a junior program Auditorium as part of the univer- Boko at Ext. 4461 or by e-mail at 401. Representatives from busi- and open to the public. Receptions officer and works with the founda- for practice in gym sity’s Year of Ethics and Honor. [email protected]. nesses and not-for-profit organiza- will follow both presentations. For tion staff in evaluating grant pro- Schwartz will answer questions tions will be present. Students can more information, call Ext. 5282 posals and making site visits. The The Kendo Club will meet from the audience following his learn about full-time, internship or e-mail [email protected]. position is salaried and includes from 7 - 9 p.m. every Tuesday lecture. Schwartz is a former pro- North Carolina and volunteer opportunities. Stu- benefits such as a medical plan. and Thursday on the racquet- fessor at the Harvard Graduate dents with questions should con- Eligible applicants include resi- ball courts in Reynolds Gymna- School of Education, and cur- Internships available tact Dana Hutchens, a recruiting Financial aid options dents or natives of North Caro- sium. Kendo is the art of Japanese rently directs the character devel- coordinator, at Ext. 5246. lina and/or recent graduates of swordsmanship. Wooden swords opment program at the Templeton A total of 100 North Carolina currently available institutions of higher education are used to spar and practice. Foundation in Pennsylvania. State Government Internships are in the state. Applications can available in locations across the Any student who is not cur- be obtained from college place- state in almost any recognized rently receiving need-based finan- ment offices in North Carolina Volunteers wanted in University celebrates field of study, from accounting to cial aid but is interested in becom- or by writing the Z. Smith Reyn- zoology. A stipend of $6.75 per OG&B Directory ing a recipient for the 2001 - 2002 olds Foundation at 101 Reyn- health care fields Chinese New Year hour will be paid for 10 weeks of school year should stop by the olda Village, Winston-Salem, N.C. service, 40 hours per week May Phone Numbers: Office of Student Financial Aid 27106. Students are invited to volun- The university will offer a pro- 29 - Aug. 3. To be eligible, a stu- Newsroom: in Reynolda 4 to obtain informa- teer at the University Baptist gram to celebrate the Chinese dent must be a North Carolina (336) 758-5280 tion regarding required forms and Medical Center in over 60 differ- New Year 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. resident attending a college, uni- Advertising, circulation, filing deadlines. Updates on weather, ent areas, including patient aid, Feb. 3 in the theater lobby of versity, technical institute, or com- subscriptions: emergency department, operating Scales Fine Art Center. The pro- munity college in North Caro- (336) 758-5279 closings available room, ICU, pediatric/adolescent gram will feature demonstrations lina or an equivalent institution Fax line: Entrepreneur to deliver bedside, physical therapy, and and hands-on activities highlight- in another state. Students should (336) 758-4561 In the event of inclement more. A minimum of one semes- ing various aspects of Chinese cul- have an overall grade point aver- Babcock lecture weather, university students, fac- ter’s commitment and 40 hours of ture, including calligraphy, face age of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale, E-mail Addresses: ulty and staff will have a variety of service during that semester will painting, paper folding, tea tasting and must have completed one General comments: Sandra B. Anderson, founder options for obtaining information be required. Students will volun- and acupuncture . Participants will year of study. To qualify for a posi- [email protected] and president of Sandra Ander- about Reynolda Campus weather teer one three and a half hour also be able to find their Chi- tion designated as “Law”, a Letters to the Editor: son Builders Inc., will deliver the related changes. The News Service shift at the same time on the same nese zodiac signs. The traditional student must have completed [email protected] fourth lecture of the 2000 - 2001 will provide local radio stations day each week. The volunteer pro- celebratory lion dance and mar- one year of law school. Interns Wake Watch: Babcock Leadership Series 2 p.m. WFDD 88.5 FM and WSJS 600 gram works well for those students tial arts demonstration are sched- are selected through a compet- [email protected] Jan. 19 in Worrell 1312. The lec- AM with updates on any campus interested simply in volunteering, uled throughout the afternoon. itive process overseen by the Arts calendar: ture, “Who Will You Be When You closings or schedule changes or for those interested in gaining Experts will lecture on Feng Shui, North Carolina Internship Coun- [email protected] Get There?” is free and open to due to weather conditions. Stu- experience in the health care field. the ancient Chinese art of design cil. Selection will be based on News Old Gold and Black Thursday, January 18, 2001 A3 Senior receives scholarship; will study in England By Austin Harris ics and Political Science, a one-year program. In his of admissions and scholarships officer, Trammell is Assistant Online Editor second year of the scholarship, Trammell hopes to “very interested in ethnic minorities in Germany and obtain a master’s degree in German literature and the foreign Soviet bloc,” having worked with the Senior Alan Trammell was recently awarded a Mar- German thought at Cambridge University. Sorbian communities of Poland and Germany. shall Scholarship by the British government. A native of Chester, Va., Trammell has traveled “Alan is very interested in the economic and cul- Funded by the Diplomatic Wing of the British For- throughout eastern Europe to conduct research. He tural vitality of these communities,” Phillips said. eign and Commonwealth Office, the scholarships has also organized a service trip to the Dominican Specifically, Trammell has conducted studies about were created in July 1953 in honor of the creator Republic for university students. Trammell is heavily the Sorbs, a Slavic community residing entirely in of the Marshall Plan, General George C. Marshall, involved in the Winston-Salem community, tutor- Germany, very close to the Polish and Czech bor- and in appreciation for the United States’ assistance ing elementary school children in reading and math- ders. to Great Britain after World War II. The Marshall ematics, working at the Samaritan Inn for homeless His project dealt with the changes that have Council awards up to 40 scholarships each year to men and helping feed underprivileged children in occurred in their community since the collapse of students of American universities and colleges. Past the “Kids’ Café” program. the Berlin Wall. “That is when I became very inter- recipients include U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ste- Trammell also holds the university’s prestigious ested with the issues of ethnic minorities,” Trammell phen Breyer, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Bruce Reynolds Scholarship. As part of the scholarship, said. Babbitt and best-selling authors Daniel Yergin and Trammell had the opportunity to receive univer- He has also conducted comparative studies with Peter Kramer. sity-funded grants for academic projects during the the Friesians, another minority in Germany. Further- Marshall scholars are expected to attend a British summer. He spent the summer after his sophomore more, Trammell spent time in Moscow and Latvia university for at least two years and obtain a degree year of high school in Germany, becoming interested this past summer, studying the Russian language and from the institution. in the German language while there. conducting a project about citizenship laws in Latvia The scholarship covers the scholar’s tuition “I had a brief glimpse of Berlin … that was when and their implications for the Russian minority in expenses, books, travel and living expenses. Accord- I realized that there is a very different world behind Latvia. ing to the program’s Web site, it hopes that, by spend- the iron curtain, compelling me to go back and do Trammell is principal clarinetist in the university’s ing this time in Britain, the recipient will, “establish a project there,” Trammell said. orchestra, president of the campus chapter of the long-lasting bridges and ties between the peoples Trammell used the grants from his Reynolds Schol- Wesley Foundation, a United Methodist ministry Kirsten Nantz/Old Gold and Black of the United States and the United Kingdom, at a arship as a springboard to go back to Germany, group, and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa as a Senior Alan Trammell will use his scholarship personal level.” studying in Berlin after his sophomore year at the junior. He is majoring in economics and German at to study at the London School of Economics Trammell intends to study in the Nationalism and university. the university. He hopes to continue to law school and Political Science, as well as Cambridge Ethnicity Program of the London School of Econom- According to Tom Phillips, the associate director after his studies in Great Britain. University. Step show promotes campus unity

By Kate Gibson Winston-Salem YWCA. ebrations of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Old Gold and Black Reporter “We wanted to support those who sup- Day. “We’re promoting fellowship and The Office of Multicultural Affairs will port us—we wanted to make sure that we service, and doing things that will defi- present the first annual Martin Luther gave back to the Winston-Salem commu- nitely enhance the cultural environment King, Jr. Step Show Invitational at 7:30 nity because they support Wake Forest at Wake Forest,” Burton said p.m. Jan. 20 in Brendle Recital Hall. events,” said Nicole Burton, assistant The committee members planned sev- The show is part of a week long celebra- director of the office of multicultural eral other events to celebrate the King hol- tion of the King holiday, and will feature affairs. “The YWCA also has several out- iday. On Jan 20, an Invitational Basketball fraternities and sororities representing standing after-school programs that ben- Tournament will be held at 2 p.m. in several area universities.Winston-Salem efit children.” Reynolds Gymnasium. This contest will State University, the University of North Another purpose of the show is to pro- feature teams from North Carolina A&T Carolina at Chapel Hill, the University of mote camaraderie within the university State University, Winston-Salem State North Carolina at Greensboro, Johnson community and among the participating University, North Carolina Central Uni- C. Smith University and South Carolina schools. versity, the University of North Carolina State University will each send at least “We wanted to have a stable program at Greensboro, North Carolina State Uni- that would be representative of culture Kirsten Nantz/Old Gold and Black one representative group to the event. versity and three teams from Wake Forest. The show will also feature a special pre- and would spread fellowship throughout Also on Jan. 20, the committee has orga- Lounge lizards sentation by the Carver High School Step the Wake Forest community and also fel- nized a Gym Jam in Reynolds Lower lowship with other universities,” Burton A housing shortage caused by the influx of transfer students necessitated the Team. Gymnasium at 10 p.m. Admission to the As a nod to the service component said. Members of several multicultural gathering costs two dollars and the pro- conversion of some of the Palmer and Piccolo Residence Hall lounges into triple organizations on campus came together occupancy rooms. of Greek life, a portion of the proceeds ceeds will benefit the Winston-Salem Best from the show will be donated to the to plan this event as a part of the cel- Choice Center.

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Campus Posting Policy (As published in the Student Handbook)

Where it is Permissible to Post Items

1. Bulletin Boards 2. Stone, Brick, Concrete, and Natural Wood Surfaces

How it is Permissible to Post Items

1. On Bulletin Boards you may use Staples, Thumb Tacks, or Push Pins 2. On other items you may use - Masking Tape - Thumb Tacks - “Scotch” Tape

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Trees Painted Surfaces Sidewalks Glass Doors or Windows Iron Railings Wait Chapel Lamp Posts Outside Entrances of Reynolda Hall, Tribble Hall, The Library, The Benson Center, and Scales Fine Arts Center.

Earth Corner is an ad campaign run in cooperation with SEAC and funded by the Facilities Management Department’s Landscaping Services Division from funds received from recycled cardboard. A4 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black News

squares to make a big quilt, another group decorated IV bags, another group used stencils to make coloring books for children. It was our hope that the women Recruitment would get to see a different side of sorority life — Continued from Page A1 a more serious and three-dimensional side of the sororities. It provided a less scary atmosphere for the women to get to know the members of each sorority, make the major decisions instead of the girls who are and to remain comfortable and poised.” rushing,” freshman Aubrey Smith, who did not par- “Another change was that on Bid Day all of the ticipate in recruitment, said. “They decide whether or sorority members and the pledges met outside not you will be allowed into their perfect little clique. Benson Center,” said Tricia Richerson, the assistant They cut you based on 45 — minute parties.” director for Greek affairs and conference programs “Guys’ Rush is better than ours,” freshman Heather and a Panhellenic advisor. “It was a nice time for Altenbern, who dropped out of Rush, said. “They everyone to get together and celebrate being Greek get to know each other better before they pledge. before going off to their individual lounges.” Girls’ Rush was based on superficial conversations. An already hectic recruitment week was further It wasn’t really about you; it was about your image. complicated by an unidentifiable illness Jan. 15 in It was based on what you look like and whom you Benson University Center that caused many mem- knew in the sorority.” bers of KD to become sick during their first party “I agree that Rush is a superficial project, but it’s of Pref Night. There was confusion about how KD not like Wake is the only school that does it this way,” would continue with recruitment week, but the deci- senior Margaret Morrison, a member of Chi Omega sion was ultimately made to hold the second party the sorority who served as a Rho Chi, or Recruitment following morning. “Kappa Delta was told that they Counselor, said. “In a lot of ways, part of the problem could have their party on any day that they wanted,” is the Rush rules for girls. The rules make it harder Richerson said. “We would have extended Bid Day for girls to get to know sorority sisters, but I don’t as far back as they wanted. They chose to continue on think there is really a better way that would be effi- with Bid Day rather than leave an extended period cient.” between Pref Night and Bid Day.” Recruitment rules for girls include regulations that “Things couldn’t have gone more smoothly,” Wil- do not allow two sorority sisters to talk to more than liams said. “Several members of Kappa Delta said two potential new members. that was the best decision they made.” “Those rules make it awkward for sorority girls and Many girls embraced recruitment as an opportunity Rushees,” Morrison said. “Also, in a lot of ways it’s to meet new people, and to tighten some of their really good to have Rush second semester, but in existing friendships. “When I first came on campus, a lot of ways it would be nice to have it first semes- I thought there was no way I was going to Rush, but ter instead.” The National Panhellenic Council, not the more sorority girls I met, the less shallow Rush the university’s Panhellenic Council, determines the seemed,” said freshman Joanna Lee, a new member rules for recruitment. The university’s Panhellenic for Tri Delt. Council is an umbrella organization for all sororities “Once I got to know the girls, the stereotypes started on campus, which meets on a weekly basis to discuss to fade away. I just want to get to know more good problems, scholarship, philanthropy, and fundrais- girls in my sorority, and strengthen my friendships ers. New rules this year included referring to rush within the sorority,” Lee said. as “Recruitment” and Rushees as “potential new Thiry-two of the original 387 girls participarting members”. in recruitment dropped out before round one due “This year we switched over to Philanthropy Day,” to grades. Three hundred and five girls participated senior Alex Williams, the president of the Panhel- in bid matching, and 278 girls, or 79 percent of the Will Wingfield/Old Gold and Black lenic Council and a member of Chi Omega soror- original 387, received bids. Five of the seven sororities ity, said. “Every woman went to Philanthropy Day filled their quota of 47 pledges, which is determined Let the bidding begin at each sorority to see how philanthropy is such an by the National Panhellenic Council. Most of the girls important part of being Greek. At each sorority the participating inRush were freshmen, but there were Rho Chis, sorority Recruitment Counselors, gather during Rush to discuss the Bid Day ceremonies and women helped to make something to benefit that also between 20 and 30 sophomores and a handful rehearse a musical number to be performed the same day. Rho Chis temporarily disaffliliate themselves particular sorority’s charity — one group made quilt of juniors participating. from their sorority in order to help Rushees to feel comfortable confiding in them. Transfer Continued from Page A1 I n O t h e r N e w s The newly enrolled students were acclimated to the university with an orientation program that began on Jan. 13 and closed on Jan. 16. Stu- Meeting in Cairo has ians have called them a “collective opposition to a school desegre- dents and their parents participated punishment” of their people. gation busing initiative in Mis- in many of the same activities that little effect on Gaza souri. Aschcroft was attacked on all new students experienced during that point by Democratic Sen. fall orientation. Students also met Ashcroft confirmation Edward Kennedy of Massachu- with advisers and got assistance in Israeli foreign minister Shlomo settes to which he replied that the registering for classes. ben-Ami met with Palestinian hearing continues plan was not economically viable. The students were treated to the leader Yasser Arafat on Jan. 17 in “The thing was, the state was going traditional dinner with their faculty Cairo, Egypt. The closed meeting Senate confirmation hearings to have to pay for everything the advisers.Perry Paterson, an associ- included Egyptian foreign min- concerning Republican John people volunteered to do.” ate professor of economics, who ister Amre Moussa.The meeting Ashcroft’s appointment as attor- Kennedy then asked “Where in together with Paul Orser, dean of was scheduled after well known ney general continued on Jan. your priorities were the rights of freshmen, organized the orientation Palestinian broadcaster Hisham 17. The hearing has been intense those black students?” said, “It was an energetic and happy Miki was murdered in a hotel thus far and has been hailed by The hearing is expected to last group that arrived.” restaurant in Gaza. Israel has many as a sign of conflict between until today, but could last into next Patterson was also impressed with denied that its security forces were Republicans and Democrats to week after the inauguration of the number of parents that partici- involved in the shooting. come. Democrats, skeptical of president elect George W. Bush. pated in orientation. “For the first The meeting was not a break- Aschcroft’s ability to put aside per- time we had a lot of parents attend- Will Wingfield/Old Gold and Black through in peace talks but was sonal political beliefs in enforcing ing,” he said. One new aspect of Holding the line scheduled because Arafat was the law, have used his record to Sale of convention orientation was the participation of to visit Cairo for his own meet- demonstrate their opposition. returning students, who got to know ings with Egyptian President center, Joel possible A firefighter places caution tape around a Benson University Center “When you have been such a the new students and tried to help Hosni Mubarak. Mubarak then zealous and impassioned advo- ease the transition into campus life entrance during the evacuation on the night of Jan. 15. arranged the summit in a separate cate for so long, how do you The city of Winston-Salem for them. meeting with Ben-Ami. just turn it off?” asked Demo- has proposed improvements to “We are trying to double our cratic Sen. Charles Schumer of the Benton Convention Center, efforts in order to bring down New York, referring to Aschcroft’s which includes Lawrence Joel mas wreaths were stolen from the level of violence and perhaps, record of conservative beliefs, spe- Coliseum and the Dixie Classic the doors of the Welcome Center hopefully, to eliminate it alto- cifically those concerning abor- Fairgrounds, despite the fact that P o l i c e B e a t between Dec. 1 and Dec. 4. gether,” Ben-Ami told CNN. tion. Schumer also said that many the property may be sold. The A student’s wallet and bracelet Palestine and Israel are in the Democrats initially supported overhaul would cost approxi- were stolen from Bostwick Resi- midst of a wave of violence that Achcroft’s appointment but upon mately $2.5 million and would dence Hall between 5:45 p.m. and began four months ago and has further review of his record have completely revamp the heating Student arrested on The driver’s side mirror of a stu- 8 p.m. on Dec. 10. The estimated killed close to 400 people. The become skeptical. “Now that your and air conditioning systems. The dent’s vehicle parked in Lot Q, value of the items was $250. Palestine Red Crescent society has record has been more closely old system has been in place since drug charges located next to Scales Fine Arts A student’s bank card was stolen reported that 339 of the people reviewed, the burden of proof has the Center’s opening in 1970. Center, was damaged between and used to make purchases killed were Palestinian. The Israel shifted to you,” he said. Demo- If the aldermen approve the A student was arrested in Dec. 7 and Dec. 9. between Nov. 30 and Dec. 2. Defense Forces say that 44 were cratic Sen. Herb Kohl of Wiscon- project, three companies will be Kitchin House for the possession A university employee assaulted The card was left in the Wacho- Israeli Jews and 13 were Israeli sin said that it would be impossible paid a total of $2.5 million, of and intent to sell marijuana, a student and was involved in a via Bank ATM Machine in Davis Arabs. Negotiators from the two for any attorney general to enforce $250,000 more than expected to cocaine and Ecstasy just after 9:30 disturbance outside Taylor House House. sides met again on Jan. 17 con- the law “like a robot, as if the law complete the project. The city has p.m. on Dec. 7. Information about between 12:30 a.m. and 1 a.m. on A cellular phone was stolen cerning a final agreement to curb is not subject to feelings of strong hired the consultant KPMG of the incident was forwarded to Dec. 9. from Benson University Center the violence. Officials have convictions.” Kohl also said that St. Petersburg, Fla. to study how Harold Holmes, associate vice The door glass to a study room around 3 a.m. on Dec. 11. expressed doubt that such an “it is up to you to explain to us why the convention center is operated president and dean of student ser- in the Z. Smith Reynolds Library A university employee’s toy ball agreement can be reached before your convictions will not perme- and whether it should be sold. vices. was damaged between Dec. 1 and was stolen from the lobby of Feb. 6, the date of the Israeli elec- ate, dominate or even overwhelm KPMG is being paid $150,000 for Dec. 20. Reynolda Hall between Dec. 8 tion. The election is expected to the Department of Justice.” the study, which is scheduled to be The organ in Wait Chapel was and Dec. 14. be difficult for Israeli Prime Min- Aschcroft responded by point- completed in March. Tom Fred- Damage damaged with a sharp object A student’s wallet and its con- ister Ehud Barak, who is running ing to his record as Missouri’s ericks, the assistant city manager between Dec. 27 and Dec. 28. tents were stolen and purchases against hard-liner Ariel Ahoroin, attorney general. He said that he in charge of the convention center An employee’s vehicle, parked Estimated damage to the organ were made with the student’s leader of the nation’s Likud party. had protected the rights to pri- said, “It’s going to have to be done in Lot Y located in front of Wor- was $3,000. credit card at the Deacon Shop Sharon has opposed almost all vacy of people who had abor- even if someone wants to buy it. rell Professional Center, was hit A university employee in Wor- on Sept. 11. The incident was concessions proposed to create a tions and was against the distri- That would just be figured into the and damaged between 8 a.m. and rell Professional Center received reported to University Police on peace deal. Israel partially lifted bution of religious publications purchase price then.” 2:15 p.m. on Dec. 5. threatening phone calls around 10 Jan. 4. the restrictions on travel imposed in public school. “My primary Joseph Falceto, Manager of the An employee’s vehicle parked a.m. on Dec. 7. A man was issued a trespass in Palestinian occupied Gaza on personal belief is that the law is Adam’s Mark hotel, said, “We like in Lot W, located next to Worrell University Police arrested a warning after being on campus Jan. 17. The restrictions were put supreme, that I don’t place myself the situation the way it is, and we Professional Center, was hit and man at the University Parkway without a legitimate reason and into place after the killing of a above the law, that I shouldn’t are concerned about the aldermen damaged between 6:30 a.m. and entrance to campus around 5:45 removing tools from a vehicle Jewish settler. The Gaza airport place myself above the law. So it wanting to privatize the conven- 11 a.m. on Dec. 8. p.m. on Dec. 12 for displaying a parked outside Luter Residence is also slated to reopen after all would violate my beliefs to do so.” tion center. It also depends on who The gate arm of the University fictitious license plate and driving Hall just after 8 a.m. on Jan. 9. of Gaza was shut down following He also said that if his religious would buy it. It could for all we Parkway entrance was damaged with a revoked drivers license. A student’s license plate was lost the discovery of the body of Roni beliefs ever came into conflict with know be converted into a retail around 4 a.m. on Dec. 9. Six men were issued trespass or stolen from its vehicle parked Tsalah, the Jewish settler found his enforcement of the law that center.” warnings after being on campus in Lot J, located behind Collins shot to death near a Jewish settle- he would resign.His appointment Falceto and others have without a legitimate reason in Residence Hall, between Dec. 15 ment. Fellow settlers then rioted has triggered negative responses expressed concern about the city Miscellaneous three separate incidents occurring and Jan. 3. after the discovery, burning Pal- from civil rights groups and wom- being out of the convention on Dec. 9, Dec. 28 and Jan. 7. estinian property, businesses and en’s rights groups. Those groups business.The city struggled to find A door lock was damaged when University Police responded to homes. are upset at Aschcroft’s opposi- money for the improvements at a person tried to enter the Pizza 178 calls from Dec. 4 to Jan. 14, The frequently changing travel tion to abortion, though Aschcroft the convention center after resi- Hut in Benson University Center Theft including 25 incidents and inves- restrictions are hailed by Israeli has said that he would not chal- dents voted against a $7 million between 2:15 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. tigations and 153 requests for ser- authorities as necessary to ensure lenge Roe v. Wade. Groups are for the center in a 1997 bond ref- on Dec. 6. Two university-owned Christ- vice. national security though Palestin- also concerned with Aschcroft’s erendum.

News Old Gold and Black Thursday, January 18, 2001 A5 Students take service opportunities in foreign lands By Brian Schiller work with the people of the area rather than for a poor, rural section of Honduras where beautiful experience,” DeAngelo said. Editor in Chief them. “There is a partnership because you are not just geography surrounds severe poverty and an absence Before leaving for Caluctta the students faced the giving but actually working with the people,” senior of health care and education facilities. This year the daunting task of raising $1,900 each to contribute Two different groups of university students devoted Madeline Bayard, a participant in this year’s trip, team worked in two villages building latrines and toward the trip. This goal was achieved and even portions of their winter breaks to helping others said. “You were able to reach out and communicate replacing tin roofs. exceeded by some members of the group through on an international scale. For both the participants without words.” Prior to departure the team met on a regular basis to several fundraising efforts last semester. in the City of Joy Program and the Honduras Out- Though one of the most important aspects of the prepare for their experience. Emphasis was placed on “There was wonderful student body support reach Program and Exchange Scholars their travels experience, the necessity of working with locals raised creating a team dynamic and researching the culture through the Hunger Banquet and a concert featur- to Calcutta, India and the Algata Valley of Honduras some interesting issues for the team. Because several of the Algata Valley. ing the university’s a cappella groups that was orga- respectively were only part of an experience that members of the team were able to speak fluent Span- “There were great group and individual reflections nized by a former City of Joy participant,” DeAngelo extended both across last semester and through the ish while others spoke no Spanish, communication and conversations about how the experience could said. upcoming months at the university. had to take place in a variety of manners. be applied to our lives,” Zipple said. In addition to raising sufficient funds for the trip the “The preservation of culture versus progress and At one point during their stay in Honduras the team The other group of university students that took group also had to get to know each other and learn the role of the United States in advancing their (Hon- members met with community leaders in a school- their desire to serve to an international level were about the Indian culture as well as religions, diseases duran) society,” was one of the issues frequently house. The community leaders thanked the team for the participants in the seventh annual City of Joy and customs that they would encounter in Calcutta. discussed by the HOPE Scholars according to senior their efforts in Spanish which was then translated into Scholars Program. This program sends 10 students, Additional insight into what they might expect in Kristin Zipple, a second year scholar and the student English for the non-Spanish speaking members of the a returning student leader and a faculty adviser to Calcutta was offered by senior John Bradley, the leader of this year’s group. team. One of the team members who was fluent in the Calcutta where they work in three homes run by student leader of this year’s program. The acute awareness of cultural differences that language then rose to express the team’s appreciation Mother Theresa’s Missionaries of Charity. At one point during the scholars’ stay in Calcutta characterized much of the experience in Honduras for their experience and the hospitality that had been Father Jude DeAngelo, this year’s faculty adviser political turmoil led to a day-long general strike that is an integral part of the HOPE Scholars program shown to them. and the adviser to Catholic Campus Ministries, cited shut down the entire city. Though they found them- which seeks to encourage reflection on both the cul- “The people were receptive,” Bayard said. “You the opportunity to watch volunteers of numerous selves in the midst of a tense political situation com- ture of the Algata Valley as well as the culture of could see that what you were doing would have long different faiths from around the world, serving and plicated by the fact that is was a culture with which the United States. “A big part of the trip is to gain term effects rather than just a short term impact.” assisting together as one of the most valuable experi- they were not intimately familiar, the team was able perspective,” Zipple said. The team, which consisted of 10 students, a student ences that he had in Caluctta. to use the experience to further their personal and One of the tenets of Honduras Outreach, Inc. leader who has already participated in the program “With a group of 11 students there was both a group group reflections on all that they experienced while through which the trip is organized is that volunteers and a faculty adviser, traveled to the Algata Valley, experience as well as 11 individual reactions to the working with the Missionaries of Charity.

about sports, his latest work, “The Last Ama- teurs: Playing for Glory and Dying for Honor in Division I College Basketball” was released Spring in Nov. 2000. President Thomas K. Hearn, Jr. will also be participating in the theme year events. Hearn Continued from Page A1 will give a presentation on ethics and Robert Frost’s poetry 4 p.m. March 1 in Pugh. remaining seats will be free and open to the On March 22, Hearn and Jim Rachels, a profes- public. In anticipation of a large crowd, there sor of philosophy at the University of Alabama in have also been arrangements for the lecture to Birmingham, will lead a discussion on ethics and be simulcast on video and shown in Carswell honor. “Our idea is that there will be issues aris- Hall. ing in campus life that present moral concerns The university will continue its celebration of for the students and the discussion will focus on the “Year of Ethics and Honor” throughout the (them),” Hearn said. spring with visits by President Clinton’s pastor, In accordance with its tradition of bringing the Rev. J. Phillip Wogaman, and best-selling popular music acts to campus, Student Union author John Feinstein. is sponsoring a concert by Ben Harper and Wogaman’s visit on Jan. 23 and 24 will include the Innocent Criminals at 8 p.m. Feb. 26 in several lectures. The leader of the Foundry Wait Chapel. Harper’s fourth and latest release United Methodist Church in Washington, D.C. Burn to Shine features the popular “Steal My and author of the 1999 book “From the Eye of Kisses.” the Storm: The Pastor to the President Speaks “We’ve been really lucky this year in getting Out” will lead the weekly 11 a.m. service Jan. the groups that we have,” senior Jessica VonHer- 23 in Davis Chapel. He will also deliver a lec- bulis, president of Student Union, said. “More Kirsten Nantz/Old Gold and Black ture on Christian Ethics 4 p.m. Jan. 24 in Pugh groups are touring this year than last year, which Auditorium. makes it a lot easier.” Roughing it Feinstein, best-selling author and sports com- Tickets for the concert will be available to stu- mentator, will speak about ethics and college dents at the discounted rate of $20 and go on Students set up camp out by Spry Soccer Stadium to wait for tickets to an upcoming basketball game. Students athletics 3 p.m. Feb. 14 in Pugh. Feinstein is a sale at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 25 in Benson 335. waiting for tickets are required to check in with the distributor throughout the night, so warmth, shelter and entertaiment regular commentator for NPR and ESPN and In addition to these events, students can look are necessary. a former reporter for the Washington Post and forward to additional announcements later in Sports Illustrated. The author of several books the semester. Biology professor Allen honored By Elizabeth bland ment in particular. He repre- whole of this heritage and culture spoke of Allen’s incredible ability Old Gold and Black Reporter sents the continuation of a lineage which we so value and to which he to arrange for musical performers of outstanding teachers that this has made such an extraordinary throughout his 19 years as direc- A gift recognition program in department has had for over 100 contribution.” tor. “I feel very privileged and honor of Charles Allen, a former years.” The biology department humbled to be charged with con- professor of biology and supporter Eure then described Allen’s ded- depended on Allen for guidance tinuing the very high standards of of the arts, was held at 6 p.m. Jan. ication to the university, which, throughout his career. arts presentation,” she said. 17 in Bridger Field House. in some manner, began in 1935. Esch, in particular, has relied Ed Wilson, the senior vice presi- Allen, along with his wife Clara, “This University and the biology on Allen for advice and support dent of the university, recalled his gave the university an estimated department have been richly dating from Esch’s arrival at the longtime friendship with Allen. gift of $500,000 to establish the blessed by his association.” university in 1975. “Legend, based upon fact, has Charles M. and Clara D. Allen Eure spoke of Allen’s incredible He said, “I knew I could go to labeled Charlie a renaissance Faculty Development and Travel knowledge and teaching ability, Charlie, who never told me what man … his more than a half Fund. while also extolling his enthusi- to do, but was always willing to century with Wake Forest has The fund will provide a means asm for the arts. In 1958, Allen give me advice. only enlarged and intensified our for biology department faculty to established what later became the He usually gave me several awareness with how much he travel to scientific meetings and Secrest Artists Series and helped options to consider and this is one deserves that title,” he said. field sites and support junior fac- to plan and design the Scales Fine of the reasons he was an invaluable “Almost everyday I walk or ulty member’s research. Addition- Arts Center. asset to the department and to me drive by Winston Hall and I look ally, Gerald Esch was named the President Thomas K. Hearn Jr. as chairman.” across the grassy fields to the Charles M. Allen professor of biol- commented on Allen’s contribu- Esch concluded his speech by Scales Fine Arts Center, for me ogy. tion to the university. saying, “I want to thank Charlie not only the most original but the Herman Eure, the chairman of “Nothing matters quite so much Allen for the privilege of carrying most beautifully and intricately the biology department, began the as the presence on the faculty and his name with mine. designed building on campus. program with words of praise for in the classrooms and laborato- It is a distinction of such great We used to say not a brick went Allen. ries of those individuals who have proportion that I cannot express into place without his approval,” “We are here to celebrate the life chosen to give their life and their to him what it means to me … Wilson said. of Charlie Allen and to recognize except that I will do my best to Eure ended the evening with an career to a single place in service,” Kirsten Nantz/Old Gold and Black the significant contribution that he he said. carry it with dignity, integrity, and invitation to join Allen on Feb. 7, has made to the university as a “We want to pay tribute tonight honor.” Lillian Shelton, the direc- when he will be giving a seminar Head start whole and to the biology depart- to Charlie and Clara but also to the tor of the Secrest Artists Series, on the history of biology. Senior Evie Carbrey gets an early start on her homework after the first day of class Jan. 17. scholarship. The university is looking for stu- dents who have a history of service, academic “This scholarship will allow students achievement and financial need. to make a choice between private Mills described the scholarship as more flex- president and the director of Gift ible than most. He said it will better enable the schools and big universities.” communications. Continued from page A1 school to help students on both a merit and “People who were extremely Stephen Herman need based basis. familiar with this kind of incident types of scholarships that are available. Sophomore Because there are no geographic restrictions Illness searched the building and were Together the university and the donor’s students from across the country will be eli- Continued from page A1 unable to determine the prob- investment manager worked out a description gible, as opposed to the Hankins/Brown schol- lem,” he said. of the scholarship’s requirements. The donor gift through an estate. Those (gifts) represent arship, for example, which is for North Carolin- checked for gas leaks, chemi- The building was reopened outlined his expectations in a statement to the money that won’t be received for some time,” ian students only. cals, carbon monoxide — any- on normal operating hours the university. It is intended for students who have whereas this contribution will assist students Sophomore Stephen Herman and freshman thing that could cause an odor,” following morning. Unable to “a record of outstanding academic achieve- right away. Camilla Hollen recognize the value of the Heri- he said. The fire department left determine the source of the ill- ment or potential; a high degree of intellectual According to Bill Wells, the director of finan- tage scholarship. the scene at 11 p.m. ness, university officials have curiosity; the enthusiasm and courage to take cial aid, the scholarship is designed for students “This scholarship will allow students to make University officials also concluded their investigation, advantage of a college opportunity; a sense of who might not otherwise think of attending a a choice between private schools and big uni- searched the building with their but would respond to any new service and social responsibility; and perhaps more expensive private school. versities,” Herman said. own air monitoring equipment information. special talents in some aspect of the liberal “This scholarship allows people to come who “I know the smaller school (setting) really was yet were unable to find evi- “In terms of the incident, there arts.” typically might not have thought there was a big thing for me. I can’t learn in a huge lecture dence of anything that could is no indication of suspicious The donation is also remarkable because of financial aid available for them,” he said. class and now other students will be able to have caused the illness in the activity, no evidence of tam- the rather large sum of money involved. Mills In the beginning, the possible scholarship make that choice.” building’s air. pering, the physical structure is said it’s one of the largest donations given by candidates will come from the entire uni- Hollen agreed and said, “I worried a lot about “(The incident) was carefully intact, and it did not appear that an individual that can be used to immediately versity applicant pool. Candidates will be paying for college, especially here at Wake examined and a lot of great anyone had intentionally sab- benefit students, “Lots of gifts are spread out invited by the financial aid office to submit a Forest, and a scholarship like this would take people were brought in,” said otaged the building,” Lawson over a period of years or by a promise of a letter explaining why they should receive the the burden off students more.” Kevin Cox, an assistant vice said. A6 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black Editorials O p i n i o n

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t the Web site have already implemented such www.virtualratings.com, forums, and in fact Student Astudents can find information Government has attempted to do the about professors they have had at the same here. university, and they are free to post A university-sponsored site, though, contributions of their own. The benefit would offer a more in-depth look at of such a service is that students all aspects of the university, largely can make better informed decisions because of the use of course about their course schedule, reducing evaulations. The evaluations – which the staggering number of drop-adds all students must complete at the end and saving themselves bureaucratic of each semester – could be made headaches. public to students, faculty and even Virtual Ratings is a highly useful perspective students. tool for students to use in selecting Online evaluations, with which the their professors and classes, but there university has experimented in the remains the possibility for misuse past few semesters, would simplify the or unfair abuse. Students could process even further. The cost of using anonymously malign professors they WIN as a way to evaluate courses and do not like, damaging their reputations provide information to professors and and possibly scaring away potential students would be minimal because students. of the university’s copious computer Furthermore, Virtual Ratings is not resources. America’s drug war a lost cause comprehensive; it relies upon students The benefits of helping students make who choose to volunteer their time more informed decisions about the nationwide are black. As a result, one rather than sampling results from a courses and professors they choose to The government’s war on in 14 black men in America is in jail. wide array of students. take constitute a significant incentive This June, a Human Rights Watch report In Washington, DC one in three black Therefore, it could be worthwhile for the university administration to drugs needs to be found that despite the fact that five men is currently under jurisdiction of for the university to consider investigate offering evaluation services. times as many whites use drugs as the judicial system. implementing an evaluation service Outside forums, such as Virtual rethought and retooled. blacks, 62 percent of drug offenders sent A study by the RAND Corporation similar to Virtual Ratings using existing Ratings, have distinct potential, but are has shown that education and technology and organizational not as useful as a university sponsored o you know which of the to state prisons nationwide are black. treatment is seven times more cost processes. A number of universities forum could be. following crimes can cause you As a result, one in 14 black men in effective than arrest and incarceration Dto lose your federal financial for substance addiction. While it costs America is in jail. In Washington, D.C. aid: arson, murder, rape, perjury, about $25,000 a year to house an or possession of marijuana? Under one in three black men is currently inmate in federal prison, tuition at a the Higher Education Act of 1998, under jurisdiction of the judicial system. state university costs only a fraction Federal Financial Aid will be denied to of this amount. Yet throughout the Anonymous gift any student who has a previous drug 1980s, state spending for corrections institutions increased 95 percent while violent drug offenders really a means of spending on higher education decreased reducing the harm of drug abuse? 6 percent. Sarah Rackley The costs of the drug war on our These and many other failures enriches university Student Columnist population are high. Almost half a of our nation’s war on drugs are million people are now incarcerated in rarely discussed. Alternatives to arrest America on drug charges, ten times as and incarceration are rarely discussed he Wake Forest News Service donor also ensured that the money offense, including simple possession of many as in 1980, and more than the because our politicians feel the pressure announced an anonymous was put to use where there is an marijuana. America’s “war on drugs” total number of people incarcerated in to demonstrate a “tough on drugs” Tdonation of $4 million given undeniable need for it. Like the annual strikes at even our nation’s universities. Europe for all criminal offences. stance. The movie Traffic intelligently with stipulations that the money was donation pledged by the Z. Smith Does this hit close enough to home that According to statistics from the Bureau depicts of several of the losing fronts to be used to help provide financial Reynolds Foundation in November, the even your access to education could be of Justice, over 60 percent of federal of the drug war. It shows our nation’s aid for lower-income students. The anonymous gift will help bring fresh taken from you? prisoners are non-violent (and often first- borders where a drug cartel can afford donation should be a model for minds to the university. Future donors The recent release of the movie time) drug offenders. Families Against to lose 90 percent of its product and future benefactors of the university, not should be encouraged to donate their Traffichas sparked popular discussion Mandatory Minimums reports that the still make a profit. It shows how the because of its generous amount, but money in the same way — towards of the drug war that the United States average sentence for a first time “big fish” of the drug trade manage to rather because of the way that it was specific student or faculty needs so wages domestically and internationally. non-violent drug offender is longer slip through the net while our nation’s donated. that their money might make a direct, This failing war costs taxpayers $18 than the average sentence for rape, resources are wasted in a war that can The sum certainly could have tangible difference in the lives of billion annually while attacking many child molestation, bank robbery or never be won by attacking small-time purchased the naming rights to a the university students and faculty in sectors of society, including students manslaughter. By current estimates, we producers, traffickers and users. number of areas on campus, however, relation tot he primary mission of the seeking a college education. will need to build a complete new The movie calls into question the the donor instead chose to remain university: to educate. Other donations, Though the drug war aims at federal prison every two weeks just militaristic approach of our nation’s anonymous, using an investment firm such as the unrestricted endowment protecting America’s youth, since 1992 to keep up with the demand. If we attack on the supply of drugs. Maybe to broker the deal. While there may donation for which Greene Hall has drug use among children age 12 continue this trend, we will have half our a Hollywood depiction of this dirty be no plaque bolted to a piece of been named, are important to the to 17 has increased 72 percent. In population in prison within 50 years. war will spark more discussion of this university property to recognize this university, but effect the lives of fact, cocaine and heroin are now This war on drugs strikes at minorities issue that affects millions Americans. donor’s generosity, the spirit of the individual students in a vague and cheaper, more potent, and more and the poor of our country. A Certainly incarceration is not the donation will manifested itself the abstract manner. readily available than they were 20 disproportionate number of the 1.7 most effective way to reduce the hopes of young students who will In the end, the university years ago. Clearly efforts to reduce million who crowd our nation’s jails are harm caused by addictions to illegal be given the opportunity to attend community owes the anonymous the availability of illegal drugs are not people of color. This June, a Human substances. Why do we continue the university because of the Heritage donor a debt of gratitude. Hopefully, working. Is denying federal funding Rights Watch report found that despite to pursue a failed strategy when Scholarship. others will follow in the footsteps of the to those convicted of a drug offense the fact that five times as many whites prevention and treatment provide a By stipulating that the money be anonymous benefactor, enriching the an effective way of deterring future use drugs as blacks, 62 percent of more effective and more economical used for a specific end, the anonymous community with their generosity. drug use? Is incarceration of non- drug offenders sent to state prisons solution? Old Gold and Black

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want to trek to the nearest post office to buy fulfill their community service requirements? The Post Office’s role in society is one-cent stamps. Also, I don’t want to have to If the post office can’t find anything to do with It might even make them more friendly when deal with a rate increase every time I have to you need to go to the post office to buy one- not to collect profit from stamps, mail in an already-late credit card bill. the extra money, I have a novel idea. Give cent stamps. See, it makes everyone happy. I believe the American people understand bonuses to all the disgruntled postal If the postal service wants to cover their but to deliver the mail. that inflation happens and that as a result workers out there, and maybe save operating costs, but make the American people stamp prices must go up. However, I don’t feel like they’re getting their money’s worth, ’m about to go “postal” over the recent think the American people want to saunter a few lives in the process. they could periodically increase the cost of increase in the cost of stamps by the United over to the post office every other year to keep stamps by a fraction of a cent. If every gas IStates Postal Service. their stamps from going out of date. station in America can get away with charging According to the U.S. Postal Service, “It took a Saving time and energy is an American simple equation: one coin equals one stamp. an additional nine-tenths of a cent for every 2.5-ton truck, filled with over 100,000 pieces of obsession if there ever was one. That’s why Back then it cost the same amount to make a gallon of gas pumped, the Postal Service paper, just to file this most recent (rate increase). we use cars and airplanes en masse, because it local call on a pay phone as it did to send a should have no trouble at all. Testimony was submitted by 111 witnesses over takes a long time to walk home, especially if letter across the country. Since then, four rate Furthermore, the only people that would home is 1700 miles away from school. That’s increases have raised the price of postage nine truly feel the effect of a fractional-cent rate why the postal service should do. Isn’t saving cents. increase would be mass mailers. If anything, it time the reason why the postal service created The postal service should just indulge itself might reduce the number of credit card offers Will Wingfield Priority and Express Mail in the first place? and raise the price of stamps to 35 cents, it’s we receive in our post office box. On second Ghaphics Editor Don’t get me wrong, It’s not that I only a penny more. The extra penny could thought, neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow, nor have multiple penpals across the country or buy us at least another year of life on our nuclear holocaust could prevent the university anything. I send a mail out only every so current stamps. It’s still no more than the cost from selling our names and post office box a total of 37 nonconsecutive days of hearings. A often, be it a birthday card or a thank you of a pay phone call. numbers to credit card companies. Anyway, total of 82 parties, ranging from loyal customers note. And every time I need to give the If the post office can’t find anything to do I digress. to tough competitors, intervened in the case.” university money to pay my phone bill, it with the extra money, I have a novel idea. To conclude, the United States Postal Service However, after all that paperwork and discussion, for some reason must go to Detroit, Michigan Give bonuses to all the disgruntled postal has the right to increase stamp prices. Most no one alerted the Postal Rate Commission to the even though I send it from an on-campus workers out there, and maybe save a few lives reasonable people can understand inflation fact that a measly one-cent increase is more hassle mailbox. in the process. and the increasing costs of fuel. However, the than it’s worth. When I think about the best price for stamps, The bonuses might help the people at the postal service should be less incremental in For instance, if I have a roll of stamps that I have I harken back to the good ol’ days. From 1988 university post office deal with all the alcoholic raising their prices. It will save us all time and had since the last rate increase in 1999, I do not to 1991, stamps cost an even quarter. It was a volunteers who must work there in order to energy. ‘Requiem’,’Traffic’ fight war on drugs onscreen

Two films released at the same It’s naive to think that without the war, every time give opposing agruments single American would walk around higher than Ol’ Dirty Bastard at an Amsterdam rave. on the War on Drugs. It’s obvious that you wouldn’t be able to walk into Bojangles and order a crackaccino and ver winter break I managed to catch two Omovies about drugs: Requiem For A Dream some hashish browns, and there most people and Traffic. Both are powerful, beautiful films would not want to do so. by talented filmmakers —Requiem ’s Darren Aronofsky and Traffic’s Steven Soderbergh — that have already taken home awards from several different critics associations. drugs. “I don’t know that you can win this war,” Both also got me to thinking after I walked Iowa Sen. Charles Grassley says in the film to newly appointed drug czar Robert Wakefield, Bush faces an uphill battle played by Michael Douglas. “I mean, everybody says we want to declare war on drugs, but we Jay Cridlin have 25 percent of high school seniors who are Managing editor deserve all the credit for this using drugs. If you reduce that to 10, that’s a unprecedented cooperation, and great improvement, and I’ll congratulate you — John Ashcroft’s battle Liberals base their opposition I think this shows that there is that’d be a phenomenal achievement. But you’ll for Attorney General to George W. Bush’s a future for this country and the out of the theater. On one hand, you have still have 10 percent habitually abusing drugs.” cabinet on the allegation that George W. Bush can probably a movie like Requiem For A Dream, which is Grassley’s argument (or the argument of will be hard fought. accomplish as much in his first a more graphic, realistic and vehemently anti- screenwriter Stephen Gaghan, you be the judge) the cabinet appointments do term as any President in the drug movie than any after-school special you makes sense, but let’s look through the other his week, the big news all not accurately reflect the will history of the country. ever had to watch in health class, much less any end of the telescope for a second. Imagine that over the country is the of America. In conclusion, I think that the film ever churned out by a Hollywood studio. the drug war did not exist. Where would that 25 Tmorals and suitability of settled election was both a And on the other hand, you have a movie percent be without strict federal enforcement? John Ashcroft for the position great test of our election laws, like Traffic, which goes out of its way to make Thirty percent? Forty? Fifty? of Attorney General of the and a wake up call for the any and all arguments for a drug war seem Of course, it’s naive to think that without the United States. Every position John Ashcroft is not opposed country to examine its voting irrational and hopeless. The film describes the war, every single American would walk around so violently because he opposes techniques. A group from the drug industry as “unbeatable,” the anti-drug higher than Ol’ Dirty Bastard at an Amsterdam abortion, affirmative action, and highest levels of the government actions of the government “pointless” and the rave. It’s obvious that you wouldn’t be able to supports welfare reform; he should examine any country war on drugs as “futility.” walk into Bojangles and order a crackaccino and Chris Plumblee is opposed because he is a What to make of two movies with vastly some hashish browns, and there most people Student Columnist and any system that has this conservative. Liberals base their much potential for error, even if different standpoints on the same topic? Is the would not want to do so. opposition to George W. Bush’s most of it is human error. Any war on drugs a farce, as Traffic claims? Or does And make no mistake, both Trafficand Requiem cabinet on the allegation that action that can be taken should the gruesome reality of drug use depicted in — especially Requiem — depict drug life as ugly, he has ever held, and every the cabinet appointments do not be taken to ensure that this kind Requiem render the fight all the more critical? dangerous and undesirable. It could be argued decision he has ever made in accurately reflect the will of of political wrangling does not Ask anyone with any knowledge of the topic, that Requiem is little more than a DARE snuff the political arena is under America. That is an important take place in the future. I have and they’ll tell you — if they’re being honest film, but it could be just gritty and powerful scrutiny from the political left, qualification of any cabinet, but heard Bill Clinton calling for — that the drug war is unwinnable. In enough to horrify a nation of people into locking and almost all of them oppose when people like Al Sharpton a committee made up of all the years since President George Bush first arms at the border. Requiem not only calls for a him. His membership in an define America, the country has the living former Presidents and declared the nation’s war on drugs, the war on drugs, it is a drug war in and of itself. evangelical Christian Church a big problem. several prominent congressmen use among Americans of crack, cocaine, Which only leads you to wonder what has been used against him, as Many of you will notice that to examine this issue, and I heroin and even marijuana has skyrocketed Soderbergh thought upon watching Requiem For has his position on affirmative I am continuing to write on think that might be a good idea. — some of this growth occurring during the A Dream, and what Aronofsky thought after action and government politics, but I think that politics Certainly the elected leaders Bush administration, some during the Clinton watching Traffic. Can Trafficfans actually watch assistance programs like welfare is a timely topic, and one of the country are qualified administration. And all the while, the amount of Requiem and say, “This nightmare isn’t worth and social security. Members that should be addressed every to examine the process that cash thrown at this war has grown from merely preventing,” and can Requiem fans watch Traffic of Congress have accused him week, if possible, in the student elected them. Perhaps in the staggering to a simply un-freaking-believable and say, “They’re right, there’s nothing that can of being a racist, and he newspaper. The election of 2000 election of 2004, the process $18 billion. be done to prevent this?” is violently opposed by was an historic one in many will be different. The Electoral These facts, as expected, have rattled around Here’s another way to look at it. Should Traffic spokespersons such as the ways, and it is now up to George College will never go away in governmental officials’ heads like the last Tic- win an Academy Award for Best Picture — Reverend Al Sharpton and the W. Bush to show the country completely, because if that were Tac in the box, and the consensus conclusion over, say, Requiem For A Dream — its message, Reverend Jesse Jackson. This that he can lead them into the case, then a candidate could from Washington is: we need to spend more rightfully or not, will be seen as having a greater opposition is not, I believe, the prosperity that they deserve campaign in the Northeast and money on the drug war. In some ways, this sense of legitimacy, and a much wider audience aimed solely at John Ashcroft. and that Bill Clinton has been California and win the popular is noble — just because a battle is unwinnable will open its eyes to the hopeless fallacy that is Instead, they are aimed at squandering in the last year election. doesn’t mean it’s not worth fighting. the war on drugs. Should Requiem win, though, any appointment that George of his administration. One Other regions, such as the From the looks of it, it appears that George who’s to say that Americans won’t revert to W. Bush tries to get pushed important way that they can Southeast, Southwest, and the W. Bush will follow in his father’s footsteps and the Bush-Reagan conventionality of fear and through Congress. Yesterday, do this is by showing that West, with the exception of — in spite of the questions that he has nimbly loathing of illegal intoxicants? on the Martin Luther King, he can unite Democrats with California, would never even be dodged about his own past — attempt to step Lest this column be seen a mere diatribe about Jr. holiday, both sides made Republicans on Capitol Hill in addressed. The electoral process up the war on drugs. In his 2000 Southwest the drug war, I’ll say this: I nodded assent as I speeches pledging to follow in both houses of Congress. I think was created for a reason, and it Border Initiative, then-Gov. Bush said: “The watched Traffic, but I squirmed in my seat as I the footsteps of Dr. King and that this test with his cabinet should not be changed without federal government has a critical responsibility watched Requiem For A Dream. reform the country. However, I appointments will go a long great cause, but that cause to enforce our nation’s drug laws and to stop As a friend of mine said after Requiem, “You’d think that there is a distinction way to show that he can unite has been discovered. When international drug traffickers. ... The federal have to be pretty sick to have that one in your that needs to be made between at least the more moderate one candidate can delay the government must step up and do its part.” collection. This is true, but you’d have to be the dreams that Dr. King members of the Democratic results of the election with Traffic, though, contains testimonials from real- pretty sick to have that one in your collection.” had of a country “united in Party, along with the more calls for recounts and then life politicians such as Senators Orrin Hatch, This is true, but you’d have to be even sicker brotherhood” where people are conservative members of the his supporters call the rightful Barbara Boxer and Harry Reid, all of whom to watch it and still think that the war on judged “not by the color of Republican Party, and get his winner of the election a fraud point out the hopeless fallacy that is the war on drugs is a useless waste of America’s time. their skin but by the content of issues and nominations pushed and declare that he has no right their character” and the dream through. All the sources I saw to occupy the White House, of people like the Reverend this week say that Ashcroft the system is begging for a Al Sharpton, where people are is probably going to face a change. It is interesting that an judged by their socio-economic stiff examination during his independent recount has been status, and rich people of confirmation hearing, but he done of Miami-Dade County any race who don’t support will probably be confirmed by that has produced six more programs like Rainbow/ the divided Senate when all votes for George Bush. Maybe P.U.S.H. are evil. This is the the Republican senators back now he will be called legitimate. point that I believe makes him along with as many as I don’t think that will ever the cabinet appointments of 11 Democratic Senators. George happen, but I guess I can George W. Bush so crucial. W. Bush and John Ashcroft dream. A8 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black Advertisement Section A&E ...... 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By Jordan Webster 47-35, and collecting countless second Howard. But after a slow start, Maryland But once again, the Terps bounced back, remaining in the first half to send the Sports Editor chances by pounding the offensive glass. responded immediately, with all three reeling off a run of their own, with Dixon, Terps to the intermission with a 41-33 lead. Of Baxter’s 15 rebounds, eight were on of their big guns contributing. An inside Baxter and Morris accounting for the next Baxter had 11 points and nine rebounds In its previous two conference road the offensive end. bucket by Baxter and three-pointers from 13 points of the contest. at the break and Dixon and Morris had games, the men’s basketball team had Sophomore Josh Howard led the Dea- Dixon and Morris erased the Deacon The Deacons stopped the bleeding, and 11 and 10 points, respectively. Howard stumbled, losing heartbreakers to North cons with 24 points, a career-high. Junior lead, and a jumper by Dixon from the junior forward Antwan Scott cut the Terp kept the Deacons in the game in the first Carolina and Georgia Tech. forward Darius Songaila added 16 points elbow completed a 10-0 run and gave the lead to six with just 1:40 to go before half- half, scoring 16 of his 24 in the first 20 Last night, the Deacs didn’t stumble. and 11 boards before fouling out with 3:45 Terps a four-point lead at 10-6. time. An opportunity to shave even more minutes. They fell flat on their faces. remaining in the game. Play was physical throughout the con- off the deficit was wasted when junior Maryland never pulled away from the The Terrapins of Maryland were the Maryland clamped down on the Deacs’ test, and Odom was hit with a technical for guard Broderick Hicks lost his cool and Deacons in the second half, but main- beneficiaries of a lackluster Deacon per- other two offensive weapons, senior guard berating a referee after junior guard Brod- was hit with the third technical of the half tained a safe lead throughout and did not formance, defeating the Deacs 81-71 at Robert O’Kelley and junior guard Craig erick Hicks was called for traveling with for shoving Taj Holden. allow the Deacs to mount a serious charge. Cole Field House in College Park, Md. It Dawson. O’Kelley managed only 6 points 11:31 remaining in the first half. Hicks Dixon, who was a perfect 10-for-10 from The Terrapin lead never grew larger than was the usual suspects doing the damage on 3 of 11 shooting and was a non-factor in drew contact as he attempted to split a pair the charity stripe on the evening, hit both 13 points, which they established on sev- for the Terps, as the triumvirate of Juan the first half, while Dawson, the Deacons’ of Maryland defenders, but was whistled free throws, and after Holden missed eral occasions, but the Deacons could get Dixon, Lonny Baxter and Terence Morris leading scorer entering the contest, was for the walk. Dixon hit both technical free the front end of his one-and-one, the no closer than seven the rest of the way. combined for 68 of Maryland’s 81 points held scoreless. throws, and a pass from Drew Nicholas to rebound deflected off of senior center Maryland scored the first five points of in the contest. With the win, Maryland improved their Morris for a wide-open layup put Mary- Rafael Vidaurreta. On the inbounds, the half on a putback by Morris and a trey Dixon led the charge with 30 points, record to 13-4 and 4-1 in the ACC, while land in front by five, 18-13 lead. O’Kelley fouled Holden again, who hit from Dixon from the right corner, extend- and Baxter was a force inside, record- the Deacs fell to 13-3 and 2-3 in confer- The Deacs scored the next eight, push- one of two free throws, completing a ing the lead to 46-33. Songaila hit a pair ing a double-double with 18 points and ence. ing them back in front at 21-18. Two of five-point swing in Maryland’s favor and of free throws and O’Kelley notched his 15 boards. Morris rounded out the trio The Deacs quickly jumped out to an those eight points were free throws by giving them a 39-30 lead. first bucket of the game, a jumper from the with 20 points. Maryland also ham- early 6-0 lead on a pair of free throws by Songaila, who converted after Maryland Holden once again found himself at the left wing, to pull the Deacs within nine, mered Head Coach Dave Odom’s club on Howard, a jump hook by senior center Head Coach Gary Williams picked up a foul line just over a minute later, and con- the boards, outrebounding the Deacons Josh Shoemaker, and another bucket by technical of his own. verted two free throws with 1.2 seconds See Maryland, Page B4 Grobe leaves Ohio to succeed Caldwell Leak, Deacs By Daniel Ogle Assistant Sports Editor both miss Less than three weeks after the termination of Jim Caldwell’s contract, Athletic Director Ron Wellman introduced Jim Grobe as the Demon Deacons’ new head football coach Dec. 11. Grobe, a 48-year old University of Virginia gradu- opportunity ate, who had been the head coach at Ohio Univer- sity in the Mid-American Conference since 1995, By Jordan Webster said at a press conference held in Bridger Field Sports Editor House that he was looking forward to the challenge of winning at this university. What could have been… “For me, quite honestly, it’s time for a new January 2003. Senior quarterback C.J. Leak threw challenge,” Grobe told the Winston-Salem Journal. for 330 yards and four touchdowns as the Demon “We’ll see if we can’t get another program jump- Deacons defeated Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl. started.” The victory ran the Deacs’ record to 10-2 for the Perhaps the appeal of Grobe for Wellman, who season, and completes the turnaround of what was acted as a one-man search committee, was his ability one of college football’s worst teams just four years to turn around a longsuffering program at Ohio. ago. Leak, the recruit that shocked the college foot- “We see nothing but good things happening for ball landscape by spurning some of the nation’s top our program,” Wellman told the Journal. “He is programs for lowly Wake Forest, a good fit for Wake Forest University in what he deserves much of the credit for res- believes about the academic process and the impor- urrecting the program, and accord- tance of education and graduating his players. And THE PRESS ing to experts, will likely be one he is a proven winner.” of the first players chosen in next The season before Grobe arrived in Athens, Ohio, BOX April’s NFL Draft… the Bobcats were 0-11, but Grobe transformed the FROM And then there’s reality… program, going .500 (33-33-1) and finished with a December 2000. Sophomore winning record in the MAC each of the past five quarterback C.J. Leak announced today that he plans seasons. to further his academic and athletic careers elsewhere, In addition Grobe was named the 1996 MAC and will pursue tranferring to another university. Coach of the Year and was named as a finalist for Leak, the highly-touted recruit from Charlotte, suf- the Sporting News National Coach of the Year Award fered a serious knee injury in just his third career in 1997. start on Sept. 16, and missed the remainder of the In Grobe’s tenure at Ohio, the Bobcats finished season… 2-8-1 in 1995, 6-6 in 1996, 8-3 in 1997, 5-6 in both It’s nice to dream isn’t it? Unfortunately, “three” was 1998 and 1999, and 7-4 a season ago. Chris Carlstrom/Old Gold and Black never referred to as “touchdowns thrown by Leak” As the head man at Ohio, Grobe’s teams Athletic Director Ron Wellman welcomes Jim Grobe to the university at a press conference or even “games won by Leak.” Instead, it’s only the employed an option attack that finished second on Dec. 11. Grobe comes from Ohio University, where he took the Bobcats from 0-11 in the “number of games started by the anointed one, the nationally in rushing yardage at 323 yards per game season before he arrived to 7-4 last season. savior of the Demon Deacon football program, C.J. last season. Leak.” However, Grobe told the Journal that he was not junior James McPherson. In addition the Deacs Grobe told the Journal that he is ready to begin the So it goes for one of the poorest Division I football married to running the option and would look to also return a staple of running backs with sopho- hard work that it will take to turn a downtrodden programs in history. design schemes that would maximize the talent on more Tarence Williams, juniors Ovie Mughelli and program around. It would be difficult to pinpoint where all this went hand. The Deacons return 19 of 22 starters and 50 Jamie Scott, and freshman Fred Staton. Starting Grobe, who served as linebackers coach and wrong, and not because the flaws are hidden from letter winners from a team that went 2-9 overall and wide receivers Ira Williams and Fabian Davis, both national recruiting coordinator for Fisher DeBerry sight. From the pressure of being the one to lead the 1-8 in the ACC. juniors, return to complete an experienced group at Air Force, said that although he can’t promise team from the depths of despair to the height of suc- “I think we’re going to have some fun,” Grobe at the skill positions. instant success, he can promise is the Deacs will cess, to an overbearing father that was never more said. “I think we’re going to be very exciting to Defensively, the Deacons will lose senior defen- definitely put in the effort to get the job done. than a half-step behind his son, to a lack of immediate watch. Don’t believe everything you read in the sive end Bryan Ray and senior linebacker Nick “You can treat kids with respect. You work their success, to a coaching change, there were a number of paper about running the option.” Bender, but junior Nate Bolling and eight other tail-ends off but treat them like family. That’s what things that have brought the two parties to where they On offense, Grobe will inherit experienced quar- defensive starters remain, giving Grobe’s defensive we did at Ohio University, that’s what we did at Air are today, backs turned, walking in opposite direc- terbacks in freshman Anthony Young and redshirt staff an experienced group to work. Force and that’s what we will do at Wake Forest.” tions. No single incident halted the ascent of Leak and the Deacs to greatness. This enterprise was doomed from the start. Maybe the signs were there, and those with the clout refused to acknowledge them. Jim Caldwell made a number of concessions to Leak and his father. He Deac of the Week Leak announces transfer, promised him the No. 12 jersey. He agreed to not recruit another quarterback to compete with Leak. He It ain’t bragging if even verbally offered a scholarship to Leak’s younger you can back it up. brother, Chris. At the time, Chris was in the eighth Sophomore forward grade. He still thought girls were icky. Josh Howard scored a looking towards SEC Successful college football teams don’t bend over career-high 24 points backwards for recruits like that. They don’t have to. in the Deacs 81-71 loss By Jordan Webster think at this time it is in the best interest of the Maybe Caldwell thought he had to go above and last night,. Sports Editor Wake Forest football program and myself that I beyond to convince Leak and his father that Winston- However, his scor- get permission to explore the possibility of trans- Salem was the place for them. ing average was not On Dec. 22, less than two weeks after the ferring,” Leak said in the press release. Regardless of the terms of the initial agreement, the the only statistic that hiring of new Head Football Coach Jim Grobe, “I have only heard positive things about coach latest development in the ongoing saga will probably Howard improved on sophomore quarterback C.J. Leak notified Jim Grobe and his staff. My decision in no way benefit both sides. The Deacons, with a new head last night. Josh Howard Athletics Director Ron Wellman that he plans reflects upon the recent change in coaches. coach, are heading in a different direction. Newly Howard, who has to transfer to another university. “I only wish the best for my former teammates hired Jim Grobe has pledged to build a program that developed a propensity to argue with both In a statement released by the media relations and the entire program.” accentuates the talent that he has. With the certain opposing players and officials, picked up department, Leak said that the dismissal of Leak started the first three games of the 2000 thing concerning Leak’s future being his unavailaility another technical in the second half of last former Head Coach Jim Caldwell did not affect season before suffering a serious knee injury in for next year, Grobe will forge ahead with Anthony night’s contest. his decision to explore the transfer process, the Deacons 55-7 loss to Clemson on Sept. 16. Young and James MacPherson. Leak will be focusing But hey, who are we to argue with success? instead citing the fact that he will miss next The 6-foot-4, 240-pound signal caller had been on rehabilitation, and Young and MacPherson will If he is going to continue his outstanding play, season due to injury as the determining factor unspectacular in his brief stint as the Deacons’ settle into their roles, learn the offense and become we say keep talking, Josh. in his choice. “Because I will miss next football season, I See Leak, Page B4 See Pressbox, Page B3 B2 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black Sports D e a c o n Assistants to make trip with Grobe Eight Ohio assistant coaches will What remains to be seen, however is kids to give the Demon Deacon foot- “I am excited that we were able to keep how Calhoun will cope with the change ball program a chance the way he did as o t e s follow new head coach Jim Grobe to most of the coaching staff from before him. The Ohio offense last year recruiting coordinator at Ohio. He may N Winston-Salem to comprise the new relied almost completely on its ground have some edge in local knowledge after Ohio University,” game, being primarily an option attack, receiving a master’s from the University football staff. Jim Grobe but Grobe has stated that he will not run of North Carolina. 2001 schedule: Deacons By Mike Scott Head Coach the option with the Deacs. The success Mitchell will serve as the assistant Old Gold and Black Reporter of the next year’s entire season may rest head coach while overseeing the running open vs. East Carolina on how well Calhoun is able to create backs and kickers. Mitchell’s runners in Who would have thought that Winston- and will coach the defensive line, Billy and adjust to running a completely new Ohio, where he coached for the last six Atlantic Coast Conference Commis- Salem and Washington D.C. would ever Mitchell will be the assistant head coach offensive scheme. years, were instrumental in making up sioner John Swofford released the 2001 have anything in common? as well as overseeing the running backs Hood comes to the Deacs after direct- the Bobcats’ vaunted rushing attack. ACC football schedule Dec. 12 in Greens- Well, they do. As the nation watches and kickers, Jeff Mullen will coach tight ing the Bobcat secondary for the last Mitchell is another coach with local boro. Virginia is the first of the nine a new cabinet enter the White House, ends and offensive tackles and Kevin two years, helping the Bobcat defense ties, being a three year starter when he schools to play as the Cavaliers will take so does the Deacon nation watch a new Sherman will be the receivers coach. earn a 20th ranking nationally in scoring played at East Carolina University from on Wisconsin Aug. 25 in the Eddie Rob- regime enter the football offices. After a 2-3 start last season, the defense a season ago, allowing 18.9 ppg. 1968-1972. inson Classic. Both processes are now nearly com- Bobcats finished strong to post a 7-4 Hood does, however, have experience Mullen was a coach for nine seasons at The Badgers are one of 11 bowl teams plete. New Head Coach Jim Grobe record, including victories over Min- running a defense, as he served as Eastern Ohio, starting off as the fullbacks coach from 2000 that ACC schools will play next announced Jan. 4 that eight of his nine nesota, Bowling Green and Marshall. Kentucky’s defensive coordinator from before moving to the position he will fill season. Ohio University assistant coaches will be Grobe hopes that holding on to his assis- 1994-1998. with the Deacs, that of offensive tackle The Demon Deacons kick off the season joining him as he moves from Athens, tants will allow him to keep last season’s Henry, the linebackers coach, should and tight end coach. Mullen played at Sept. 1 against East Carolina of Confer- Ohio to Winston-Salem to take over the momentum going with his new team. feel at home, after spending so much time Wittenburg University in Ohio before ence USA and will look to defeat Divi- Deacs. The only one of Grobe’s assistants “I am excited that we were able to keep in North Carolina, receiving a degree his coaching career. sion I-AA power Appalachian State for not accompanying him to Deaconland most of the coaching staff from Ohio from Catawba College in 1989 after Sherman, the receivers coach, also the first time in three years the following is Brian Knorr, who assumed the head University,” Grobe said. “This allows us which he coached three years at North knows the state, having began his coach- week. coaching job at Ohio after Grobe left. to stay ahead of the game in terms of Carolina A&T. ing days at Methodist College in 1992. New Head Coach Jim Grobe will coach Most of the assistants will be in charge of continuity, hitting the ground running in Lobotzke, who will be responsible for After Methodist he went to VMI, and his first ACC game against Maryland the same area here as they were last year recruiting and preparing for spring prac- the interior of the offensive line, held the from there to Ohio, where he has been Sept. 22 at Groves Stadium. The Deacs for the Bobcats. Troy Calhoun will be the tice.” same position at Ohio from 1997-2000. for the past four years. take on perennial ACC power Florida offensive coordinator and quarterbacks Calhoun will try to continue the success During those four seasons, Lobotzke’s A ninth assistant coach will be named State in Tallahassee, Fla. Sept. 29. coach, Keith Henry will be in charge of he enjoyed last year as Ohio’s offensive proteges helped clear the way for four of in the near future. The Deacons then return home to face the outside linebackers, Dean Hood will coordinator, guiding the prolific Bobcat the top five rushing seasons in the school’s So as Grobe attempts to replicate here N.C. State on Oct. 6, followed by a date be the defensive coordinator and second- offense to a number two national rushing history. his accomplishments at Ohio, turning a in Durham to play the Duke Blue Devils ary coach, Steed Lobotzke will coach offense ranking (323 ypg), a number 18 McCartney may have the toughest job perennial losing program into a consis- (the only conference foe vanquished by the centers and offensive guards, Ray rank in turnovers lost (18), and a number ahead of him. As recruiting coordina- tent conference contender, he will have the Deacs this year). After an open date the McCartney will be in charge of recruiting 30 ranking in scoring offense (31.18 ppg). tor he will have to convince talented these men supporting him. Deacs clash with Clemson on Oct. 27, fol- lowed by away dates at Virginia and North Carolina, on Nov. 3 and 10, respectively, before returning to the friendly confines of Groves Stadium on Nov. 17 to finish Demon Deacons peak at #4; fall to eighth the season against Georgia Tech. In other ACC action, Bowden Bowl By Jordan Webster against full-court pressure from III will take place on Nov. 3 as Florida Sports Editor Radford, but quickly solved the State will travel to Death Valley to take extended defense, and their 27-6 on Clemson and his son Tommy Bowden After racing to a 12-0 start and run early in the contest all but and the Tigers. climbing as high as No. 4 in both put the game away. Howard The Conference will close out the season major polls, the Deacon men’s scored a career-high 22 points, Nov. 24 as Georgia Tech will take on Geor- basketball team has cooled off junior Darius Songaila added gia in Atlanta. in the last two weeks, dropping 18, and Dawson chipped in with two of their last three games. 16 in the 40-point win. The Deacs have lost on consecu- In their final game before Bielik, Bergman top early tive Saturday nights, first by a Christmas, the Deacons edged point to North Carolina on Jan. a stubborn Temple team on the season rankings 6, and most recently to a surpris- road, 73-65 on Dec. 21. Dawson ing Georgia Tech team in over- provided an early spark with a The Demon Deacon women’s tennis time on Jan. 13. The pair of losses trio of three pointers on his way team finds itself near the top of several has cast a shadow on what oth- to tallying 23 points, a career early season rankings. erwise has been a spectacular high, while O’Kelley hit sev- Sophomore Bea Bielik is currently the season for the Deacons. eral driving layups late to seal top ranked singles player in the nation A blowout, 84-53 win over the victory. O’Kelley scored 20 according to the WingspanBank.com Col- then third-ranked Kansas on points in the game, and Son- legiate Tennis Rankings released Dec. Dec. 7 thrust the Deacons gaila added 17. Shoemaker led 14. Bielik and junior Janet Bergman are onto the national scene. The the Deacs with 10 rebounds. ranked the number one doubles team in favored Jayhawks, playing with- After a brief break for the hol- the nation. out explosive forward Kenny idays, the Deacons were less The team is currently ranked eighth Gregory, were unable to get than hospitable to their next Photos by Chris Carlstrom/Old Gold and Black nationally and begin the spring dual meet anything going against a stifling victim, Navy, as they recorded season Jan. 27 against Marshall. ABOVE: Junior Craig Dawson takes Deacon defense, which held a 90-58 victory at Joel Coliseum it to the hoop against a Kansas Kansas to a mere 38 percent on Dec. 29. In their final game defender. Dawson, the Deacons’ Day ACC’s first Indoor Per- shooting. before opening ACC play, the leading scorer, poured in 22 points Junior Craig Dawson and Deacons ran their record to a in the win over the Jayhawks. As former of the Week sophomore Josh Howard were perfect 11-0 as they held Navy the team’s sixth man, Dawson has the offensive heroes, scoring 22 to only 32 percent shooting, the produced invaluable scoring with his and 21 points, respectively, in 18th consecutive Deacon oppo- sharp shooting and strong drives. Senior Sara Day is having no trouble the 31-point victory. Senior Josh nent to fail to shoot 40 percent moving from Cross Country to Track. LEFT: Junior Antawn Scott skies for Shoemaker was a force in the from the field. Howard led the a jam, leaving the defender to watch The Winston-Salem native was named paint, collecting 12 rebounds Deacons with 17 points, and the ACC’s first Women’s Indoor Per- from below. Scott has been a huge and holding Kansas center Eric juniors Antwan Scott, Dawson factor off the bench, producing a former of the Week after posting a first Chenowith to only one point. and Broderick Hicks contrib- place time of 9:33.13 in the 3000 meter run spark with his explosive plays on both Following exam week, the uted 15, 14 and 12 in a balanced ends of the court. After a red hot start, at the Bucknell-Hershey Relays in Lew- Deacs took care of some unfin- Deacon effort. isburg, Pa. Day’s time also earned her an the Scott and the Demon Deacon ished business, disposing of the The Deacons took a No. 4 hoopsters will attempt to recover from NCAA qualifying provisional. Georgia Bulldogs on Dec. 16 national ranking and a 16-game Day shined for the Deacons in cross their chilly break, starting against at Joel Coliseum. Last season, winning streak into their confer- Clemson at home Jan. 21. country this past fall, earning all-ACC and Georgia handed the Deacs their ence opener against No. 8 Vir- all-Region honors. In additoin, she also first loss of the season with a ginia on Jan. 2, and left little first game of the season to North Jan. 9 at the Joel put the Deacons Although both teams shot 45 was an automatic qualifier for the 2000 three-pointer at the buzzer, but doubt as to their legitimacy of Carolina, 70-69. Tar Heel center briefly back on track. Although percent from the field, the Cross Country NCAA Championships. this year’s contest was never those marks, as they manhan- Brendan Haywood scored the the final of 76-53 afforded the Deacs could only manage to con- close, as the Deacons dismissed dled the Cavaliers, 96-73. Son- final two of his 24 points on a Deacs a comfortable margin nect on four of 19 three-point the Bulldogs, 75-57. Howard gaila missed only one shot from layup with 3.3 seconds left to of victory, Head Coach Dave attempts, while Tech hit on eight scored at will in the first half, the field en route to dropping 27 provide the final margin of vic- Odom was not pleased with an of their 22 tries from behind the racking up 15 points in the first points on the Cavs, and the Dea- tory for the ’Heels. uninspired performance from arc. 20 minutes, but was ejected after cons had little trouble with the The Deacs had taken the lead his team. Ervin Murray sent the game Schedule a confrontation with Georgia’s Virginia press, committing only with 17.7 seconds remaining The Deacons shot only 40 per- into extra time with a tip in as Adrian Jones early in the second 9 turnovers in the game, with when Songaila found Dawson cent in the game and were out- time expired in regulation, but Thursday, Jan. 18 half. Senior Robert O’Kelley point guards Hicks and junior underneath for a layin, giving rebounded by the Seminoles, the Deacons could not hit a shot matched Howard with 15 points Ervin Murray combining for the Deacons a 69-68 advantage. 41-32. Four Deacons scored in early in the overtime period. Women’s Basketball at Maryland, 7:30 p.m., College Park, Md. of his own. five assists and no turnovers. O’Kelley led the Deacons with double digits, led by Howard Dawson scored 16 points, and Next on the schedule for the Five Deacons scored in double 18 points, and Dawson added with 15 and Scott with 14. O’Kelley and Songaila each Friday, Jan. 19 Deacons was Radford on Dec. figures. 16. Songaila scored 10 despite In the final game before classes added 15. With the loss, the Dea- Men’s Tennis at ACC Indoors, Indoor Tennis 18, and the Deacs made short The Deacs fell just a few sec- picking up two fouls early in the resumed on Jan. 17, the Deacs cons slid to No. 8 in the ESPN/ Center, Winston-Salem work of the Highlanders, notch- onds short of extending their first half, limiting him to 21 min- lost their second game in eight USA Today Coaches’ Poll, and to Men’s Track and Field at Virginia Tech ing another convincing win, winning streak to 18 games Jan. utes of action. days, falling to Georgia Tech No. 10 in the Associated Press Invitational, Blacksburg, Va. 92-52. The Deacons started slow 6 in Chapel Hill, dropping their A win over Florida State on on Jan. 13. in overtime, 95-89. poll. Women’s Track and Field at Virginia Tech Invitational, Blacksburg, Va. Saturday, Jan. 20 Men’s Tennis at ACC Indoors, Indoor Tennis Center, Winston-Salem Demon Deacons kick off indoor track season Men’s Track and Field at Virginia Tech By Mike Scott an even 5:00, while Danos captured the who placed third in the shot put with a 400-meter dash in 49.5 seconds, and Invitational, Blacksburg, Va. Old Gold and Black Reporter 500-meter run with a school record time toss of 42’2”, beating her previous career Ladapo claimed the 200-meter dash Women’s Track and Field at Virginia Tech of 1:15:31. Deacon teams also prevailed mark by a whopping 16”; junior Rachel in 22.6 seconds. Ladapo also finished Invitational, Blacksburg, Va. The Demon Deacon indoor track and in the 4x400 and 4x800 meter relays. Burns, who placed sixth in the high jump second in the 55-meter dash. Sunday, Jan. 21 field season got off to a smashing start Day’s success likely comes as a surprise by clearing 5’2”; and sophomore Eliza- Several other Deacs turned in solid Men’s Basketball vs. Clemson, 1:30 p.m., Joel Jan. 13, with the women competing in the to no one after her season on the cross beth Washam, who placed third in the performances. Junior Sean Nagorny was Coliseum Hershey Relays, while the men traveled country team during the fall, in which pole vault by clearing 10’4”. The Deacs runner-up in the mile run, and sopho- Men’s Tennis at ACC Indoors, Indoor Tennis to the Navy Invitational. she competed in Nationals. The high also placed second in the distance medley more Paul Singleton took second in the Center, Winston-Salem The ladies traveled to Bucknell Uni- point of the cross-country season for relay. 800 meters. Freshman Luke Orman fin- versity in Lewisburg, Pa., where they Day was an impressive third place, All- The men’s squad traveled to the Naval ished third in long jump and fourth in Monday, Jan. 22 enjoyed considerable success in their Region-worthy performance during the Academy in Annapolis, Md., and also triple jump. Sophomore Nathan Sisco Women’s Basketball vs. Coastal Carolina, 7 p.m., opening meet. Senior Sara Day took the South Region. She ran Furman’s course came back with some hardware.Juniors and junior Garick Hill each recorded Joel Coliseum 3,000-meter run in convincing fashion, in Greenville, S.C., in 21:27, a time that Chris Estwanik, and Ryan Hamilton, and third-place finishes, with Sisco in the Men’s Tennis at ACC Indoors, Indoor Tennis running in a NCAA provisional qualify- earned her an individual invite to the sophomore Patrick Ladapo captured vic- 1,000 meters and Hill in the 3,000 meters. Center, Winston-Salem ing time of 9:33. Senior Jill Snyder and NCAA championships. tories for the Deacs in Annapolis. Est- Both teams return to action at the Vir- Wednesday, Jan. 24 freshman Shauna Danos also triumphed Other notable finishers for the Deacs in wanik took the 3,000-meter run with ginia Tech Invitational in Blacksburg, Men’s Basketball at Duke, 9 p.m., Durham for the Deacs. Snyder took the mile run in Lewisburg were junior Sandra Jenkins, a time of 8:20, Hamilton snatched the Va.. Jan. 19-20. Sports Old Gold and Black Thursday, January 18, 2001 B3 Deacons struggle over break, lose six of ten The women’s basketball team is 2-4 in the ACC, loss. Duke created and then capitalized on 23 Deacon turnovers, and it was not until midway through the picking up conference victories over North first half that the Deacs managed to score a field goal. Carolina and Florida State, while dropping “They just put tremendous pressure on the ball,” Curtis said. The Deacons went through a 10-minute games to UVa., Duke, N.C. State and Clemson. span where they did not score a field goal. By Margaret McKenzie The Blue Devil offense was sparked by a record- Old Gold and Black Reporter setting performance by Georgia Schweitzer, who hit a trio of three-pointers to set Duke’s record for career After jumping out to a 5-1 start, the Demon Deacon threes. She had 15 points and Iciss Tillis lead all scor- Women’s Basketball Team fell to 9-7 after facing some ers with16. Hill led the Deacs with 12 points. seriously stiff competition over the holidays. Returning from the long road trip on Jan. 4, the Facing Virginia on Dec. 9 in Winston-Salem, the Deacs found a record crowd of 4,457 fans waiting for Deacons began the winter break with the season’s the match-up against North Carolina. first ACC match-up. Led by senior Kristen Shaffer’s The opening was shaky for the Deacons, com- 16 points, four assists, and four steals the Demon mitting seven turnovers in seven Deacons came close to pulling off the upset over minutes, which enabled North 24th-ranked Virginia. Two Cavalier scoring runs, Carolina to jump out to an 18-6 though, sparked by Schuye LaRue, proved to be too lead. A three from Mock Kirk- much for the Deacs to overcome. patrick with 12:31 left in the first The Demon Deacons narrowed the lead to five half started an 8-0 run which points with a little over seven minutes left on a basket brought the Deacs within strik- scored by senior Brenda Mock Kirkpatrick, two of ing distance. Tonia Brow’s three- her 12 points in the game. Unfazed by the slim pointer at the close of the half set Old Gold and Black lead, Virginia began a 17-4 run led by LaRue’s seven the lead at 36-30. Photos by Chris Carlstrom/ points. LaRue ended the 77-61 Cavilier win with 19 Curtis Sluggish after intermission, the points, eight rebounds and four steals. Senior Olivia Demon Deacons allowed North Happy holidays Dardy contributed 15 points for the Deacons. Carolina to score 15 points and only managed five. The Dec. 17 game against New Orleans proved to The run ended when Shaffer scored 12 consecutive be a well-rounded effort for the Deacons, as they points to put the Deacs ahead. It was back and forth ABOVE: Sophomore Josh Howard slashes to the basket defeated the Privateers, 64-52. At one point in the until the closing seconds when Mock Kirkpatrick in the Deacons’ victory over Kansas. Howard, a sopho- second half, the Deacon lead grew to an impressive made two free throws with eight seconds left, the last more who hails from Winston-Salem, has stepped up his 23 points. two of her career-high 22, securing the win. The Tar play of late, including scoring a career-high 24 points Shaffer continued to have the hot hand in the vic- Heels made a layup with one second left to bring the last night against Maryland in the Deacons’ 81-71 loss tory. She scored a career high 22 final score to 73-71. Shaffer scored 16 and Brown and to the Terrapins. ABOVE LEFT: Media Relations Dicrector points, with 15 coming in the first Dardy each had 10 off the bench. Dean Buchan (bottom left) watches on as a university stu- half, grabbed four rebounds, and The tobacco road series came to a close in Raleigh dent supports his Presidential candidate of choice, junior had four assists to go along with Jan. 7. thirteenth-ranked N.C. State defeated the forward Darius Songaila, in the Deacons’ blowout victory her 5-for-5 performance from Demon Deacons 75-35 giving Wolfpack head coach over Kansas. BOTTOM: Songaila makes his case as he the free throw line. Mock Kirk- Kay Yow her 599th career win. The Deacs took the patrick had 10 boards, and fresh- early lead 15-11, but then they went cold, scoring drives to the basket in a Deacon victory over Radford in man Eafton Hill snatched five only two baskets and a free throw for the last 11:28 Joel Coliseum. The Demon Deacons won seven of nine rebounds to complement her 10 of the first half. games over winter break, and are now 13-3 and ranked in points. The Wolfpack scored 11 consecutive points to pull the top ten in both major national polls. An overtime win against Quin- away early in the second half. Tynesha Lewis scored Shaffer nipiac Dec. 19 marked the begin- 19 points, grabbed five rebounds, and had four assists. ning of a difficult four-game road Hill led the Deacs with 10 points and a blocked shot trip. Dardy had an impressive 24 points, 10 rebounds in the loss. and three blocked shots and Eafton Hill scored 13 The Demon Deacons faced another nationally- points in the Deacs’ 77-68 win. ranked opponent when they took on 16th-ranked On Dec. 22, the Deacs faced quite possibly their Clemson in Littlejohn Coliseum. most difficult opponent of the season, the defend- Clemson’s defense was a key factor in the Tiger win. ing national champion Connecticut Huskies. Con- They forced 25 turnovers, five coming in the first five necticut’s defense forced the Deacs into 16 first-half Deacon possessions, giving Clemson an early15-3 turnovers. By the end of the game 8 of the 11 Hus- lead. The Deacons made several runs narrowing the kies had a steal, and the Demon Deacons had 28 lead to 36-29 with 17 minutes left in the game, but turnovers. Clemson proved to be too strong. The 67-45 final Top-ranked Connecticut took a 49-25 lead into score was Clemson’s largest lead of the game. the locker room at half time, and came back even Dardy and Heather Miller both scored 12 points stronger in the second half. Shooting 76 percent from of the bench, but the starters combined for only 14 the field, the Huskies got major contributions from points. Clemson was led by Chrissy Floyd’s 17 points, their bench with Diana Taurasi and Kennitra Johnson four assists and five steals and Erin Batth’s double- scoring 13 and 12 points, respectively. double. On Jan. 14 the Demon Deacons won their The 107-52 loss was an unpleasant homecoming ninth game of the season, beating ACC opponent for Head Coach Charlene Curtis who served as a Florida State. This win marks the most wins in a Connecticut assistant from 1995-97. Svetlana Abrosi- season for the Deacons in four years. The game was mova scored 16 points and Tamika Williams had tied at five early, but after that the Deacs took the lead game-high four steals for the Huskies. Hill scored and never looked back. They led by 14 at the half a team-high 11 points and Shaffer added 10 for the and as much as 18 in the second Deacs. half. The Demon Deacons closed 2000 in Tempe, Az. The Seminoles got within five with a 69-54 loss to Arizona State on Dec. 30. The with just over six minutes left, but game was close in the first half as the Sun Devils’ Shaffer drained a pair of threes lead was never more than six. The Deacs scored the to extended the lead. Despite last four points of the first half, going into halftime poor free throw shooting down only down, 34-32. Arizona State’s defense changed the stretch the Deacons held on the course of the game in the first 11 minutes of the to win 79-69. Three Deacons second half as they forced 12 turnovers. had record setting games. Shaf- The Deacons were held scoreless for six minutes Hill fer scored a career-high 26 points falling into a 19-point hole, but they fought back with and tied a school record by hit- a run lead by freshman guard Tonia Harris when she ting all five of her three-point attempts. Dardy hit a three-pointer with 6:27 left in the game. The recorded her second double-double of the season, 17 rally that brought the lead down to seven points fell points and 13 rebounds, tying her for sixth place all- short, though. time at the university with 10 career double-doubles. Shaffer scored a game-high 17 points on 8-of-11 Junior Adell Harris tied a team season-high with shooting, while sophomore forward Tiffani Listen- seven assists. bee added 10 points in the effort. The Deacons will look to improve on their 9-7 The cross-country road trip closed in Durham, with record at 7:30 Thursday night in College Park, Md. a return to ACC play against Duke Jan. 2, an 81-56 against the Terrapins.

much as it hurts to admit it, it It’s not that Anthony Young is because of things like this that and/or James MacPherson are Pressbox turn the Deacons into perennial incapable of leading the Deacon cellar dwellers. No one could fore- offense. Each did an admirable Continued from Page B1 see that Leak would suffer what job last season. But neither have may turn out to be a career-ending the potential of a Leak. Both can comfortable with the new coach- injury. But a wise man once said be good. Leak could have been ing staff. Leak would be left that you have to be lucky to be great. behind. good, and you have to be good to Leak also could have benefited For Leak, a change of scenery be lucky. Paraphrased, you make from a successful four-year run may be best as he looks to your own breaks. with the Deacs. When Tim Couch start over. There are rumors The bottom line is that, perhaps, arrived at Kentucky, the program about where Leak was indeed the player that was in shambles. he will land, could lead the Deacons out of their Three years later, Kentucky but wherever accustomed spot among the refuse was earning bowl invitations, and that may be, of college football. His strong arm Couch ended up as the top pick he won’t and large frame provided him the in the NFL Draft. Success in Win- s h o u l d e r ability to take a hit and complete ston-Salem could have paid divi- a n y w h e r e the play, and his adequate mobil- dends for Leak in the future. near the ity made him a threat out of the It’s not as if success in high school same load pocket. immediately translates into suc- that he did Surrounded by the right people, cess in college. Sure, Notre Dame here. The he could have made this team wanted Leak. But remember, Ron Leak hopes and considerably better. As the team Powlus was supposed to be the expectations improves, recruiting improves. next Joe Montana. The Irish make of an entire program are a bit And as recruiting improves, the mistakes, too. much for a 19-year-old. team improves. It’s why the same But this could have been a dif- But even though going their sep- teams are in contention for the ferent program. Leak could have arate ways will likely be best for national title year after year. Leak been a hero. both sides, this is a missed oppor- could have been the difference Unfortunately, we’ll never tunity for all involved, and, as maker. know. B4 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black Sports

Sankey, ’99. Sankey was one of 26 seniors season, a loss against Florida State on Nov. on a team that posted a 7-5 record, includ- 11. Leak ing a win in the Aloha Bowl on Christmas The press release stated that Leak had Day, 1999. neither selected another university, nor Continued from Page B1 Leak underwent successful surgery the had he set a date by which he would week following the Clemson game at make a decision, but the Charlotte Observer field general, completing only 30 of 70 Duke Hospital, but took the remainder of reported on Jan. 9 that Leak had narrowed passes for 341 yards in the three con- the fall semester to rest and begin reha- his choices to South Carolina and Tennes- tests. bilitation in his hometown of Charlotte. see. Leak was not redshirted as a freshman, He did travel back to Winston-Salem South Carolina apparently backed out and saw minimal time as a backup to Ben for the Deacons’ final home game of the of the proceedings later last week, which, if true, leaves Leak with limited options. Leak and his father observed practices at Tennesee and Georgia following his season-ending injury. If Leak has not made a decision by Janu- ary, he may take classes at Wake Forest during the spring semester, according to the press release. New Head Coach Jim Grobe did not comment on the matter in the press release, but Wellman did commend Leak for his contributions to the program and wished him well in his future endeav- ors. “C.J. is an outstanding young man and student-athlete,” Wellman said. “While we are disappointed to see him depart from our program and university, we fully understand and support his deci- sion. “We wish him the best and we will follow his career with great interest.” Leak came to Winston-Salem as the pro- gram’s most heralded recruit ever, shun- Chris Carlstom/Old Gold and Black ning national powers such as Notre Dame Sophomore forward Josh Howard, shown here in a game against Kansas, and Penn State to play for Caldwell and scored 24 points Jan. 17 in the Deacons’ 81-71 loss at Maryland. the Deacons. Perhaps of greatest significance in Leak’s Howard was hacked by Baxter, but transfer is that it all but confirms that then Howard instigated a short con- Leak’s younger brother, Chris, will not be frontation between the two. Howard fulfilling the verbal commitment he made Maryland knocked down his free throws for the with the university to play football for the Continued from Page B1 initial foul on Baxter, but Dixon nullified Deacons. them with two of his own on the techni- Chris is currently a sophomore quar- but Steve Blake capitalized on a turn- cal. Nicholas spotted Morris for a easy terback at Independence High School in over by Ervin Murray with an uncon- bucket on the following possession, and Charlotte, and was voted North Carolina tested lay-in to push the Terp lead back Maryland again led by 13. High School Player of the Year by the to double digits. A pair of free throws by Songaila with Associated Press this past season. Songaila scored off an inbounds play 5:08 remaining once again brought the Recruiting experts claimed that both to trim the deficit back to nine just over Demon Deacons within seven points, Chris and C.J. Leak were drawn to the two minutes into the half, but Deacons’ but any hopes of a comeback were university by Caldwell. primary option in the paint picked up quickly squelched as Blake and Morris While Leak’s departure has no bearing an offensive foul on the next posses- connected on an alley-oop 19 seconds on the Deacon quarterbacking situation sion, and Dixon tallied two more on the later. The Deacons would never get any for the 2001 season, as his injury would subsequent Terrapin trip on a lightning- closer, and with the win, Maryland now have not allowed him to see any game quick spin move and layup. finds themselves at 13-4 and likely to action, the long-term duties will fall to The two squads went back and forth crack the top ten in next week’s polls. junior James MacPherson or freshman in similar fashion for the remainder of As for the Deacons, they will look to get Chris Carlstrom/Old Gold and Black Anthony Young, who split time this the game, with the Deacons hanging back on track against Clemson at 1:30 Sophomore C.J. Leak announced that he would leave this university Dec. 22 season in Leak’s absence. around just enough to pose a threat, but Jan. 21 at Joel Coliseum. after only two seasons as a Demon Deacon. Leak was one of the most highly MacPherson was redshirted as a fresh- never putting together any challenge to The Deacs are still undefeated at home sought after high school players in the nation and spurned Notre Dame and man and has two years of eligibility the host Terrapins. Frustration mounted this season, and will need to take care of Penn State for former Head Coach Jim Caldwell and the Demon Deacons. remaining. Young played as a true fresh- for the Deacs as Howard was nailed business before hitting the road to face Reports have Leak looking to transfer to a school in the SEC, and he has visited man last season and has three years of with the team’s third technical of the Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium next both Tennessee and Georgia. eligibility. game with 12:42 to go. week. Page Napster will soon begin charging B5 for use Page B6

“What’s Your Prob- lem?” answers your Arts&Entertainment burning questions Page B7 old gold and black www.ogb.wfu.edu thursday, january 18, 2001 Presenting the top  films of  By Brent McConkey ing that I have to really like 10 of light (yet very funny) humor, Old Gold and Black Reviewer films, which until recently posed the film provides the thoughtful, a slight challenge. After several months of unde- sophisticated, grown-up fare lack- Occasionally, good things do I’m pleased to reveal that after niably wretched movies, only ing in most Hollywood films. Its come to those who wait. waiting, I’ve finally got a solid list in the past month has Holly- literary origins render an intelli- Let’s face it, usually this feel- of 10 films that stood out as the Ten gent, insightful, entertaining and good slogan is saved as an excuse Best Films of 2000 (in no particular wood awakened from its coma entirely unique film experience. to buy more time from those suck- order and with all due respect to to release a slew of quality films. Traffic. I’m proud to say that I ers who are, in fact, waiting. Can’t Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, joined the Steven Soderbergh fan find a date? No problem, Mr. or which the Powers That Be have club after Out Of Sight, making Ms. Bombshell will come around neglected to screen in North Caro- of character and leadership, this the director’s newfound fame if you give it enough time. Dinner lina). film should be required viewing strangely satisfying. In crafting the taking a little long to prepare? Almost Famous. The happiest for voters before they select their year’s most ambitious film, Soder- Hey, with that much care it’s sure cinematic experience of the year, presidents in the future. bergh boldly examines America’s to be great. That pesky report card this film takes an all at once Best in Show. Filmed in the moc- war on drugs with startling hon- yet to arrive in your mailbox? It’s funny, unflinching, sympathetic kumentary style that worked so esty. With an obvious stylistic flair, only because the administration and tender look at a revolutionary well in This is Spinal Tap and Wait- a complex, interwoven story line, is making sure if gets your name industry in a radical era of Ameri- ing for Guffman, this is the year’s a powerful cast and an important spelled correctly on its Dean’s can history. However, its themes funniest film. Using a series of message, this film is a revelation Photos courtesy of imdb.com List. of maturity, finding love, surviving interviews and insider peeks, the guaranteed to provoke discussion. Two of this year’s But hey, who am I kidding? Ms. adversity and finding one’s place film examines the motivations I’d love to see a focus group get a best cinematic Bombshell only likes jerks, the are timeless lessons that writer/ of the participants of the May- hold of this film. o f f e r i n g s waiter forgot your order, and director Cameron Crowe handles flower Dog Show who balance High Fidelity. An enchanting film i n c l u d e T O P : the administration saves its worst with utmost care and sincerity. their eccentricities with the desire that also failed to attract much John Cusack and students for last. Sometimes, A startlingly sweet and personal for victory on the furry backs attention, this romantic comedy Todd Louiso pine however, life works out the work that could generate noise of their prized dogs. Featuring a sparkles with refreshing characters over vinyl in the way it should and patience is come Oscar time. wickedly sharp script and inspired made memorable through several r o m a n t i c rewarded. Thirteen Days. It’s a special film performances from its ensemble vibrant performances. Led by the comedy High This year, for instance, provides that is able to build and sustain cast, led by Fred Willard as an endearing John Cusack, the film Fidelity. LEFT: an ideal example. After several two hours worth of suspense when obnoxious American broadcaster, offers a grown-up, spirited and claymation mice months of undeniably wretched the audience already knows the this is a film whose bark is as funny inspiring message of the complex steal the scene in movies (take The Beach … no ending. With an intelligent script, as its bite. nature of relationships that caps a Nick Park’s ani- I’m serious, take it, it’s horrible), that paints a relatively true portrait Wonder Boys. The overlooked truly unique and perceptive film. mated barnyard only in the past month has Hol- of history, this entertaining film picture of the year, this film boasts The result is a top ten film … with feature Chicken lywood awakened from its coma does just that in telling the grip- perhaps the best performance a bullet. Run, featuring to release a slew of quality films. ping story of the Cuban Missile of Michael Douglas’ career as You Can Count on Me. Ironic the voice of Mel Frankly, I was getting a bit con- Crisis. Bruce Greenwood stands an aging author and university perhaps in that a film with such Gibson. cerned because as a require- out for his reserved, yet confi- professor. Dealing with realistic a simple story line boasts the ment of this whole film reviewing dent portrayal of President Ken- themes of confusion, loneliness, best script of the year. This funny gig, I’m obligated to produce an nedy and Kevin Costner fits nicely friendship and love, all the while annual personal top ten list, mean- into the ensemble cast. A study mixing in occasional moments See Year’s Best on Page B6 ‘Days’ portrays suspense Graduate student As JFK, Bruce Greenwood out-acts Kevin Costner in this film creates Internet film about the Cuban Missile Crisis. By Jay Cridlin By Margaret McKenzie also shot all the footage except for one Managing Editor Old Gold and Black Reporter scene that he borrowed from his par- ents’ wedding and a scene from a friend’s Before I watched Thirteen Days, a It has the eerie hand-held camera style film. story of the Cuban Missile Crisis star- of The Blair Witch Project, the thought-pro- The poems used are with the most per- ring Kevin Costner, I had heard a review voking poetry of Henry David Thoreau and sonal significance to Romanov and are calling it “the best film Oliver Stone the familiar scenery of the Magnolia Quad. paired of with scenes that help to express never made.” Personally, I had always It is graduate student Peter Romanov’s first the words visually. One of the opening bestowed that honor upon Beastmaster film Voices Remind, currently featured on a scenes is of a High Point University class- 2, but from what I knew of Thirteen comprehensive Internet movie site featur- room, representing the suicide of one of Days — it was a White House picture ing amatuer and professional films. his professors. The scenes shot on this featuring a portrayal of John F. Kennedy The film is a variety of images and campus and in Romanov’s neighbor- — I could see where the reviewer was scenes with verbal poetry voiced over. It is hood are done naturally, without plan- coming from. strange and abstract, but its perpetual use ning. Though it may not have been the best of visual and auditory metaphors encour- “I just found people doing things and film Oliver Stone never made — not ages a viewer to interpret the scenes and filmed them,” Romanov says. “I wanted enough blood and not enough contro- leaves the audience questioning the mean- it to look as raw and realistic as possible.” versy to fit Stone’s tastes — it is a triumph ing behind many thoughts. All 12 of the Several musical pieces are used in the of storytelling that will at least have you Photos courtesy of www.imdb.com poems read were written by Romanov, who film, including Romanov’s friend shak- locked to your seat, if not teetering on ily playing “Mary had the edge of it. ABOVE: Kevin Costner a Little Lamb” on the The plot circles around the Cuban stars in Thirteen Days as clarinet. Missile Crisis, so anyone who can’t Kenneth O’Donnell, advi- Romanov discovered follow it should feel free to consult their sor to President Kennedy. ifilm.com through a history books at this time. It is 1962, LEFT: Bruce Greenwood fellow student who President. Kennedy and his staff learn (right) triumphs in the knew he was making a that the Soviet Union has placed nuclear film as John F. Kennedy film. missiles in Cuba, and the nation sits on during the Cuban Missile Romanov submitted the brink of nuclear war while the White Crisis in 1963. Steven Culp his work and ifilm House frets over the situation for a grand supports Greenwood as accepted it, an impres- total of — you guessed it — 13 days. Robert Kennedy. sive feat for a first time The story is told primarily through the filmmaker. The inspira- eyes of Kenneth O’Donnell (Kevin Cost- tion to create the visu- ner), a special assistant to President Ken- star for a far too underdeveloped role. a president should do in a time of crisis. ally intense movie was nedy who, along with Attorney Gen- O’Donnell is indeed a confidante of the Greenwood is an understated Hamlet of poetry. eral Robert Kennedy, is one of the pres- Kennedy brothers, but that is as far as a Kennedy, a dark prince of Camelot Proud of his words, ident’s two closest confidantes. he goes; to cast a star as big as Costner who is constantly grappling with the fact Romanov wanted a The film is indeed a compelling depic- in the role is distracting to the audience, that the fate of the world is in his hands. way to display his work, tion of a compelling time in the nation’s which is unfortunate. The layers Greenwood adds to Kennedy but felt like a book was history, and for this alone the produc- Rather, the film should have rightfully are as thick as pea soup — early in the too cliché. ers already receive one thumbs-up. The belonged — as it very nearly does — to the film, Kennedy questions his own ability “I needed a way to Cuban Missile Crisis is still fresh in the brothers Kennedy. Bruce Greenwood to handle his cabinet, a sentiment the express my poetry, and minds of many Americans, and had the and Steven Culp are standouts as Jack viewer remembers even while he makes I’ve always considered producers failed to accurately depict the and Bobby Kennedy, and by failing to his most critical decisions in front of a my work to be visual,” tension it created, the film would have make Greenwood and Culp the film’s much more experienced staff. Romanov explained. bombed (no pun intended). But despite centerpieces the filmmakers cost them- By the film’s end, Greenwood has con- “This provided me a the film’s two-and-a-half hour length, the selves that extra point of legitimacy. vinced the audience that no matter what way to be different and screenplay is taut and riveting enough Culp, as the “brilliant and ruthless” flaws he sees in himself, John F. Kennedy get really creative.” to keep the audience’s eyes locked to Robert Kennedy, brings a bright-eyed is the only person in Washington capable Proud of his first film the screen. It’s your classic Titanic sce- cunning to his brother’s cabinet. Though of effectively handling the situation. that was shot on a nario — you already know what’s going he is sometimes reviled by all — includ- In fact, Greenwood does such a tre- S-VHS camera, to happen, but you get caught up in the ing O’Donnell — for having such access mendous job of portraying the president Romanov has plans to plot nonetheless. to and influence over the president, he that you wish Thirteen Days would have “make many more as Costner gives a heartfelt performance nonetheless proves his worth with his come out before the 2000 presidential well.” despite, ahem, an erratic and unfor- intelligence, his intensity and his ability election. Kirsten Nantz/Old Gold and Black Voices Remind first tunate attempt at a New England to successfully negotiate compromise. The greatest success of the film is its Graduate student Peter Romanov created a film to link debuted on Jan. 10 and accent. But despite his attachment to But it is the Golden Globe- and likely claim — mildly ridiculous, yet somehow his expressive poetry with familiar scenes of campus can be seen for the O’Donnell, there is a problem with Cost- Oscar-nominated Bruce Greenwood life. Romanov submittted his film, Voices Rewind to next three months at ner’s role in the movie: he is too big a who holds the film together, exactly what See Days, Page B7 www.ifilm.com, on which it debuted in Jan. 10. www.ifilm.com. B6 Thursday, January 18, 2001 Old Gold and Black Arts & Entertainment Napster acquired by BMG; music lovers to pay fee

By Lia Glavin both Bertelsmann and Napster praising songwriters for music files that our users tuted once Bertelsmann and Napster work Contributing Reviewer the combination by saying that the alli- “I wouldn’t be happy about paying a share with each other,” Hank Barry, Nap- together to form the details of the new ance was paving a new way for Internet ster’ membership service. monthly fee for Napster but it would s CEO, said at the press conference. With the creation of the Napster music services. “I expect that the company will charge Students already using Napster will be Music Community, it seemed paying “We were unable to gain cooperation be fine as long as I could keep down- a monthly membership fee of $4.95 for able to choose whether or not to pay and for music had become a thing of the from major recording companies,” Fan- loading as many songs as I want.” the service.” continue using the service or lose their past. However, the ning said at the press conference. “Ber- “I think it is the only option that Napster access to the MP3 files, the format of thousands of songs telsmann will help us reach an accept- Shannon Beamer has.” junior Stewart Bracken said. downloaded songs. that are available able solution with the labels and publish- Freshman Recently, in the first instance of a record “I wouldn’t be happy about paying a to individuals (pri- ers.” company teaming up with Napster, BMG monthly fee for Napster but it would be marily college stu- According to the Bertelsmann Web site, artist Dave Matthews Band released fine as long as I could keep downloading dents) for free once Napster implements its new mem- and encouraging the illegal copying and their newest single on Napster. Though as many songs as I want,” freshman Shan- Internet download- bership service, BMG will withdraw its distribution of copyrighted music. Nap- some may complain that paying for non Beamer said. ing through Nap- lawsuit against Napster and make its ster’s goal was to figure out the best way to Napster is unfair after the service “It’s not as good as free but I don’t really ster’s hugely popular music catalogue available to the service. structure enhanced membership and try has been free of charge for so long, mind,” junior Jeff Cole said. music server will soon only be accessible BMG was one of the many groups that to gain acceptance from the major record- a small monthly fee may be acceptable Another plus for the membership fee for a monthly fee. unsuccessfully tried to shut down Napster ing and publishing companies after the to other students who are used to having would be the funds going to the recording This change is a result of Napster’s recent earlier in the year because of so-called lawsuit. hundreds of songs at their fingertips. labels and artists such as Metallica, who alliance with the Bertelsmann AG group, “piracy” of music. “For a small membership fee we feel “I think it would be fair to have a charge took a strong stand against Napster after the parent company of BMG music. One organization that is still suing Nap- that we can facilitate an enhanced service for Napster because the musicians have its creation. The alliance was announced in Octo- ster is the Recording Industry Associa- that you’ll find even more valuable and worked their entire lives to get where they Metallica and other artists claimed that ber at a press conference with Napster tion of America, which released a state- that will allow us to generate revenues to are,” freshman Wes Sherman said. fans must pay for musicians to receive founder Shawn Fanning and the CEOs of ment saying that Napster was enabling be able to make payments to artists and The membership charge will be insti- royalties. Year’s Best Steve Martin’s Continued from Page B5 ‘Shopgirl’ lacking and moving film demonstrates the com- plex bond existing between a brother and sister, even into adulthood. Laura By Ethan Dougherty Linney delivers a knock out performance Contributing Reviewer As an actor and comedian, that with any justice should garner her Martin showed an almost some Oscar notice. Costar Mark Ruffalo “When you work in the glove department at Neiman’s, you are unequalled comic genius in comes from nowhere as her underachiev- films like The Jerk and Parent- ing brother to steal the film with a textured selling things that nobody buys performance that could be the launch of a anymore.” So begins Steve Mar- hood, but, sadly, does not show stellar career. Keep this film in mind when tin’s new novella Shopgirl (Hyper- the same promise as a writer. filling out those Oscar betting pools. ion, $17.95), the story of a Beverly Nurse Betty. Having seen the remarkably Hills salesclerk named Mirabelle well-made, yet remarkably despicable In whose tendency toward depres- sion and desperate need for good fortunes. None of these anec- the Company of Men, I was concerned dotes add anything to the story as that writer/director Neil LaBute might lack affection drives the a whole, and they again expose what the rest of us refer to as a heart. Not Martin as a fairly amateur writer. to worry. This, LaBute’s third and best story. She Photos courtesy of imbd.com embarks Martin’s choice of setting is also film, is a quirky, imaginative, unpredict- questionable. Many parts of the able, modern day fairy tale that demon- on an The leading leading men of 2001... TOP: Phillip a f f a i r book are aimed at Beverly Hills strates not only his uncanny knack for Seymour Hoffman plays Lester Bangs in insiders, a culture that most read- dark comedy, but also for a whimsy and with a Cameron Crowe’s Almost Famous. LEFT: Benicio slovenly ers know of only through the poignant movie. The film also features Del Toro works the front lines of the Drug War fine work of Aaron Spelling and a touching, zany, award-worthy perfor- f r e e - in Steven Soderbergh’s Traffic. BELOW: Tom loader followed by a lengthy affair movies starring Eddie Murphy. mance from Renée Zellweger. Hanks scowls and battles the elements in Robert The ins and outs of shopping at Cast Away. Although detractors with a lonely billionaire named Zemeckis’ Cast Away. Ray Parker. Parker is enthralled Neiman Marcus and going to art expressed a curious dissatisfaction with gallery openings aren’t easily iden- a supposedly lackluster ending, no one by Mirabelle’s demure person- ality and strange beauty. She tifiable, and this problem com- could find fault in the film’s groundbreak- pounded by Martin’s use of ref- ing island scenes. A film that spends over gives him everything that she is because he makes her feel erences that seem to have come an hour examining a lone character inter- straight out of a country club- acting with nothing more than a volley- needed. Parker views their rela- tionship as purely sexual and club. ball and the elements is not something What Martin does do well is cap- one would normally associate with a main- has another affair, breaking Mira- belle’s heart and sending her on ture the emotions of his characters. stream Hollywood production. Director Mirabelle’s neediness and depres- Robert Zemeckis teams with Tom Hanks, to her next lover. As an actor and comedian, sion is captured so well that the however, in a courageous effort that results reader can almost be compelled to in one of the year’s most powerful films. Martin showed an almost unequalled comic genius in films feel sorry for her. However, Mira- Chicken Run. They’re smart. They’re belle repeatedly makes puzzling brave. They’re feathery. More impor- like The Jerk and Parenthood, but, sadly, does not show the same judgments that make her problems tantly, however, they’re funny. In bringing seem like her fault. The male pro- the claymation master Nick Park to the big promise as a writer. Actual dia- logue doesn’t begin until almost tagonist, Parker, is introduced as a screen, this hit film introduces America to classic male hero sent to lift Mira- one of the true creative minds in modern page 50 of the book, and even then it is used sparsely. Martin belle from her miserable life, but film. It does so in memorable fashion, he is later exposed as a weak wom- spoofing such classics as The Great Escape chooses instead to give summaries of the conversations his charac- anizer. Martin rejects the standard and Stalag 17, and providing simultaneous formula of writing likable charac- laughs for children and adults. This may ters have. This technique is at first interesting, but it often drags the ters and tying up the story with be the most fun you have at a theater this a happy ending. These reasons year. story along, and the loss of dia- logue distances the reader from alone are enough to make this Honorable mentions include Erin short read well worth an after- Brockovich, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?, the plot. Dialogue is in many instances the hardest part of the noon’s time. It’s the antithesis Gladiator, Meet the Parents and Billy of every overused boy-meets-girl Elliot. creative writing process, and Mar- tin’s aversion to it makes him plot that has bored readers for so seem completely lost behind a long, and Martin should be praised typewriter. for challenging this convention. The work’s plot is also suspect at Steve Martin may indeed times. Such a short book has very become a fine author. He seems little room for subplots, and many to have a keen understanding of of those that Martin weaves cul- the human heart, and his flawed minate in dead ends and detract characters are realistic enough to from Mirabelle’s inner struggles, hold the reader’s interest. Shopgirl which seem to be the focal point shows marked improvement over of the story. Parker has a date his last work, Pure Drivel, a collec- with an older woman, Mira- tion of humorous essays that was belle feuds with a coworker, long on drivel and short on humor. and Mira- Here’s hoping that he can learn to belle’s first tell lit from Shi- lover finds nola.

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Formed in 1990, this DC-based ska septet has toured up and down the East Coast and released five full-length albums. Known for their “Maggie Mae” cover, the band has created a totally original sound as well as a loyal following within the ska scene. Lead singer Steve Jackson is backed by Jorge Pezzimenti on bass, Tom Goodin on guitar, Rod Steward on drums, Erick Morgan on keyboards, Alan Makranczy on saxophone, Jeremy Roberts on trombone and Toby Hansen on trumpet. Hear the Pietasters, known for the energy of their live shows, get their groove on at Ziggy’s January 19. Doors open at 8 p,m. and the show starts at 10 p.m. Call 748-1064 for tickets or information. Arts & Entertainment Old Gold and Black Thursday, January 18, 2001 B7

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ou’re a college student. Inde- time to hang out with your roommate is in Poteat directly adjacent to that pendent, on your own and the as well. Do things with just the two of fraternity with the big skull and cross only regular guidance you receive you and maybe you can even include bones. You know, the ones who think Ycomes from the J-board or Financial her in the things you do with your new they are pirates. Well, to be honest, Services. What you need is a friend. A friends. The most important thing is to those buccaneers often make me feel voice of reason, an impartial party to let your roommate know that she is truly uncomfortable with their loud par- listen to your concerns and respond with important to you and you’re not going ties and constant pursuit of my booty. thoughtful answers. Introducing a new to let anything come between you. Just last night I was stumbling back staple of the Arts & Entertainment sec- from the natural gas triage center tion — a weekly advice column. Dispens- in the pit when I was accosted by ing sage observations on anything from Dear OGB, those scurvy rogues. They hollered relationships to roommates, the tenta- I have been dating this girl here dirty phrases at me, suggesting that tively titled What’s Your problem? is a for about 2 months. I just got back I walk their plank. I have tried to forum for everyone. Got a problem? Not to school after the break and she confront them, but they parried with for long. Just email your burning ques- has been very distant. She avoids foul insinuations about my mother. tions to [email protected]. any time alone with me and says she One idea I came up with was to Help us help you. never has time to hang out. She has purchase a fifty-foot extension cord always been a closed person, but I and to strip the insulation off, string- Dear OGB, can’t stand not knowing what is going ing the bare copper wire around the I’m a freshman girl and my room- on. I really like her and don’t know if perimeter of my room. My self de- mate and I just went through soror- something happened or if she wants “fence” system would send a fatal 120 ity Rush; I got bid and she didn’t. to break up or what … what should volts to any ocean marauders who Now she is really upset about it I do? might dare to chance an invasion. But has become very negative about the Sincerely, I think this is against the honor code. entire Greek system. Concerned and Confused What else can I do to make me feel I am excited about my new sorority, safe going to my own room? but desperately want to stay friends Dear Concerned and Confused, Sincerely, with her. How can I do both? If something is going on with your girl- Sea Sick Sincerely, friend — you need to talk to her. If you Greek Freshman can’t get some time alone, send her a Dear Sea Sick, note. It sounds cheesy, but write down I think your electrical inclinations Dear Greek Freshman, your feelings and ask her outright what might be going overboard (no pun Without a doubt, you’re in a really is going on. Hopefully, she’ll open up to intended). However, no student, male difficult and potentially awkward situa- you after that. If not, maybe she needs or female, deserves harassment of any tion. some space, but doesn’t want to hurt your kind. If you want to stand up to those tes- The solution is simple, but unfortu- feelings. The main thing is that you will tosterone-laden types, I suggest a semes- nately might take while. What your never know what she is feeling without ter of RAD, or at least a couple clever roommate needs is time to get used to confronting her. comebacks stored away for the perfect everything. Her hostility stems from the moment. Combining butt-kicking and hurt she is experiencing. girl power, both Charlie’s Angels and While I am sure you are trying to be a Dear OGB, The Powerpuff Girls can be excellent good friend, it might be difficult for her to I’m a sophomore girl newly living resources for asserting oneself to over- accept your consolation since you aren’t in Poteat after breaking up with my bearing males. Otherwise, tell your RA able to totally relate to her circumstances. roommate at the end of last semester. of your troubles and perhaps a room You can still enjoy pledging, but make We’ll call her “snip.” My new room switch can be arranged.

Fail-Safe as one of the more accurate appreciation for the difficulty of the life- portrayals put to celluloid of how dif- and-death decisions that come down only Days ficult the office of the president must be. to him. Continued from B5 Kennedy faces constant opposition and So in case Oliver Stone does decide to pressure from his joint chiefs-of-staff, yet throw his directorial hat back into the his entire cabinet never once hesitates in presidential ring and make J.F.K. II: The believable — that it is the “inside story” of turning to him for a decision, in putting Prequel, he should at least have an idea of the Kennedy cabinet during the Cuban their own lives in his hands. where to look for Cast Member Number Missile Crisis. Ever wonder what it’s like You get a greater sense not only of One. And if he is looking for tips on how to be president on a bad day? Thirteen how important it is for the president to spin a tight yarn about a nation in a Days puts you there. to surround himself with intelligent tight spot, he could do much worse than Thirteen Days should rank up there with and knowledgeable people, but also an Thirteen Days.

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Exhibits Ziggy’s. Jan. 18: Nothingface with Systematic and Meat Rocket. Jan. 19: Pie Tasters. Jan. 20: Dark Star Orchestra. Classical composers letters on display. The letters of Jan. 25: Cast Iron Filter. Jan. 26: Donna the Buffalo. Gustav Mahler, Maurice Ravel and Claude Debussy and call- Where: 433 Baity St. ing cards and portraits signed by Johannes Brahms, Aaron Info: 748-1064 Copland, Charles Ives and Darius Milhaud will be on as part of the Joseph E. Smith Music Manuscript Collction, which includes over 200 items. Exhibits When: Sept. 28 - February 2001 Where: Rare Books and Manuscripts Department Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats. Local Info: call Sharon Snow at Ext. 5755 photographer Michael Cunningham and Greensboro journalist Craig Marberry present this exhibition consisting of 30 to 50 Mississippi Choctaws: Traditional Life in a Modern World. photographs and text excerpts from their book of the same This photographic exhibits about contemporary life on a Mis- name portraying women in their Sunday best. sissippi reservation was created by tribal archivist and folkorist When: Jan. 27 - April 15 Deborah Boykin and photographer Julie Kelsey. Where: Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art, 750 Mar- When: Nov. 28 - Jan. 26 guerite Dr. Where: Museum of Anthropology Info: Call 725-1904 Info: Free. For information, call Ext. 5282 D. F. Miller: Real Thing. Kansas City’s D. F. Miller has imple- Art Department Exhibition and Chris Daniggelis Prints. mented pulleys, motors and three miles of microfilament line to The art department presents works by the faculty and staff and propel small bits of fabric across a simulated natural environ- Classifieds the intaglio prints of Chris Daniggelis. ment in SECCA’s Potter Gallery. The effect is described as When: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday, swarming insects, showers of confetti and snow flurries and 1 - 5 p.m. today - Jan. 31 more. Business Office Where: Scales Fine Arts Gallery When: Jan. 27 – April 15 Commercial Rates Student/Faculty Rates Info: Free. For information, call Ext. 5585 Where: Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art, 750 Mar- 518 Benson University Center guerite Dr. Winston-Salem, NC 27109 1 run.....$8.00 1 run....$4.00 Lecture Info: Call 725-1904 336-758-5279 3 runs....$20.00 3 runs...$10.00 Fax: 336-758-4561 Greater Deeps. 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Greetings from places near and far

Postcards remain a popular way to send a message and a momento

Collage images courtesy of P.K. Nicholas, Zurban, Aerial Photography Series, Smith Novelty and Milt Price

By Tamara Dunn Perspectives Editor “When I go to a place, I send postcards before letters.

The postcard, known for I think that it gives people a feel of where I am documenting a trip or containing much more than my words could express.” a correspondence, remains an inexpensive way to communicate with —Junior Mitzi McLean others and serves as a souvenir of travels. While the stamp rates for first- class letters increased Jan. 7 from 33 to 34 cents, the cost of postcard postage her relatives share postcards from dorm room’s walls, cards with pictures reminded the same as its 1996 value of Europe with her. For herself, Hurley ranging from small Southern towns to 20 cents. The small cards range in price uses them for similar purposes. “I urban British settings consume space. from free to about 85 cents at local purchase them as gifts and souvenirs,” Many of the postcards have replaced retail stores. Despite its limited writing Hurley said. posters as the décor of choice. Moseley space, the postcard provides a visual Many students have used postcards buys postcards for herself as a reminder representation of one’s adventures as greetings to their friends and family. of her trips abroad and her summer from afar and a short description for its For those who have studied abroad last vacations. “It’s the cheapest souvenir to recipient. fall, postcards served as a convenient buy,” Moseley said. She sees postcards Behind the postcard lies a picture of way to share their new experiences in as a way to share her surroundings R I G H T : its origin. The illustration can be of a foreign country. For junior Jonathan to others. Last summer, Moseley sent V i n t a g e an exotic location, an impressive feat Scarff, postcards, in addition to e-mail friends cards from the summer camp paintings, or a celebrity. They may also display and letters, were helpful in conveying where she worked as a counselor. such as this pop culture icons, and some benefit his encounters in France to his family To continuously increase her a d v e r t i s - charitable causes. From any choice in Clinton. “I would send probably collection, Moseley asks friends to pick ment from of images, the picture serves as a three postcards a month,” Scarff said. up a card to send to her. As for Finland, are documentation of where or what the “I would send a postcard from places decoration, the postcards are able to often used for sender admires. I liked.” Scarff also believed that the cover awkward and blank spaces in the p o s t c a r d s . A mystic of prestige is associated with postcards would reach their destination room. BELOW: Post- this image as the place or the object faster than full letter. However, the McLean enjoys sending a quick cards of this small is deemed worthy of being printed and small amount of space for writing a message while on the road. “When I church in south- sold in a portable form. The image is message was a problem. “It’s harder go to a place, I send postcards before ern Georgia were symbolic to its location or organization. to write on a postcard because there letters. I think that it gives people a popular after John For example, a postcard from Sri is so much to say. I had to pick the feel of where I am much more than my F. Kennedy, Jr. Image Lanka might have a photograph of its best information and write back later,” words could express,” McLean said. was married courtesy of the most sacred Buddhist temples or a card Scarff said. Scarff was limited to only Postcards are not limited to those there. Musem of Advertising and Packaging from Seattle might have a shot of the write about recent events and would from stores or from relatives. Many Space Needle. save longer passages for letters and people participate in a global network Like photographs, postcards help e-mail. of postcard exchanges. Addresses of capture a part of a journey or provide Juniors Michelle Moseley and Mitzi those wanting the cards are written a gift from a good adventure. Freshman McLean use postcards as decorations and duplicated on sheets of Mary Kate Hurley enjoys times when and forms of correspondence. On their paper and are sent to distant locations. Some addresses float across the network for years as the papers are circulated throughout different regions. Image Destinations have courtesy of included western Brenda Barber Africa, Polynesia and South America. Obscure countries are also a part of the network as postcards representing their heritage and patriotism arrive to households elsewhere. The Internet also recognizes the ability a postcard has in linking an image and a message together in a small form. The rise of e-cards at various Web sites such as Amazon and E! Online allow people to send electronic postcards accompanied by a graphic. Amazon uses animation and scenes from motion pictures as a part of the message. In conjunction with many studios such as Dreamworks and Paramount, Amazon offers e-cards featuring images from films likeWonder Boys and American Beauty. Personal sites ABOVE: dedicated to postcard collecting are This post- also available on the Web. card is from Postcards commemorate a venture the Faroe Islands. to a specific place, a cause worth The card was fighting or a glimpse of nostalgia. In a acquired through the small package, it delivers the necessary network of international Image courtesy of Karorama exchange, and it included Many students who studied abroad sent postcards like this to friends and details of one’s way in few words and a short description about the family in their hometown and on campus. They deplict landmarks that are space while carrying the sender’s care to the recipient. country. Image courtesy of associated with the country. Henrik Solberg