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Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008 Volume 147, No. 6 Sweet sixteen: OWU inaugurates Rock Apathy apparent toward WCSA By Christine Hurley Transcript Reporter

Student involvement in WCSA meetings has been low this semester. During the Sept. 18 town hall meeting, five students who are not involved with WCSA were in attendance. The Oct. 5 Constitutional Convention had one student attend. The meet- ing following the Constitution- al Convention, on Oct. 6, saw two students not involved with WCSA in attendance. Senior Ben Goodrum, vice president of WCSA, said the town hall meeting was adver- tised throughout the campus and that campus-wide emails Photo by Kim Steese were sent to faculty, staff and Rock Jones was inaugurated as the sixteenth president on Oct. 10 in Gray Chapel. See pages 4 and 5 for more information. students. Class representatives sent out emails to the class years they represent. Flyers were also David Robinson energizes campus Democrats posted on the academic side of th campus and in all the dorms. Kyle Sjarif Ohio’s 12 district. real political figures come into by and supportive of Obama’s Obama’s plan calls for $15 “Student leaders of clubs Transcript Reporter “I feel like the Democratic our little world provides such a energy plan and supports the billion over the next ten years and professors were personally Party has been at the forefront great learning experience. Col- use of nuclear energy and bio- compared to the $10 billion invited to our Constitutional No, Ohio Wesleyan wasn’t of important issues through- lege is a buffet and we should fuel energy, to an extent. per month spent on the Iraq Convention,” Goodrum said. treated to a visit from the out the years, ranging from eat as much of it as we can.” Although he said he wasn’t War. He said he is hoping to “However, some did not even former basketball great also the civil rights movement, the Robinson outlined some of constitutionally opposed to the recapture the leadership role respond and only the Panhel- known as “The Admiral,” but women’s rights movement and his positions on issues such use of nuclear energy, Rob- in the energy field dominated lenic chair attended.” He said students did the acknowledgement of envi- as the energy crisis, national inson did express hesitation by the United States 20 years the meeting on Monday, Oct. get a chance ronmental issues,” Robinson security and employment in toward depending on it as a ago but recently relinquished 6 was not advertised because to meet the said. relation to the current econom- main source of energy because to Germany. WCSA holds a meeting every Democratic With the conclusion to the ic situation. he said it has been economi- His status as underdog in Monday at noon in Corns 312. candidate for this year’s election coming He focused his attention cally questionable. this year’s race for the 12th th During this meeting, Senior Ohio’s 12 up in two weeks, Robinson on the environmental crisis Instead, he said, it is impor- District was noted by junior Class Representative Nelson congressional stressed the importance in the the nation is facing. Robin- tant to establish an innova- Trevor Hawley. Robinson was Mandrell said lack of student district. choices college students make, son supports an energy pol- tive agenda that invests in quick to distinguish himself interest motivated WCSA to Hosted by not only in the selection of the icy that will help the district the future by funding basic from three-term incumbent continue changing the system. the OWU College Democrats, president but also for congres- move away from fossil fuel research and development in representative Pat Tiberi. “The lack of interest feels David Robinson led a town sional representatives. and instead establish sources science and energy alterna- “I’ve seen many wrongs pretty terrible, but it’s not dis- hall-style meeting/question- Senior Matt Greene said of domestic renewable energy tives. within our country and in our couraging,” Mandrell said. and-answer session in the he was impressed by the way within Ohio. Funds for energy technol- country’s name over the last “Part of the reason we are Bayley Room on Monday with Robinson allowed students “Energy has been a prob- ogy research and development seven years,” Robinson said. changing things around is to students in attendance. to analyze his positions, and lem and challenge to this could be increased by ending “I felt that Pat Tiberi was not increase student involvement.” Robinson fielded questions asked students for their input. country for 35 years, start- the Iraq war as efficiently and serving the interest of our Senior Rory McHale, presi- regarding the current econom- “It’s a great thing to hear ing in the ‘70s, due to the oil quickly as possible, Robinson country, and more importantly, dent of WCSA, and Goodrum ic crisis, energy policy, and from him and see him in the embargo,” he said. said. The research and devel- See Robinson, Page 2 both said they hoped the new his credentials for representing flesh,” Greene said. “Having He said he was impressed opment budget assigned by election schedule would stim- ulate student attention in the government. Fair trade coffee warms up Delaware “We are validated in our efforts when we see the lack of By Chris Gong Nine people participated, “I want people to real- interest in a weird way,” Good- Transcript Correspondent including two students, a cou- ize that consumers here can rum said. “We are encouraged ple from Delaware who trav- change the world,” he added. that more needs to be done to Coffee is the fuel that gets eled to Guatemala this sum- During the seminar, Walk- increase student awareness,” many ready for the day. But it mer, a retired clergy member er explained why he supports Goodrum said.” is also the fuel of some third who has been to Israel for mis- fair trade and Global Village. Senior Matt Greene said he world economies, according sionary work, a clinical doctor Growing up in a Hispanic believes the changes will help to geography professor David who has been to Chiapas more community of Los Angeles, students feel like they have Walker, such that, through fair than 10 times on mission trips, and later staying in Mexico more of a voice than they did trade, your choice of coffee and other interested residents. City for a year working on his in the past. can change the lives of many. “Most of the coffee in Chia- doctoral research, Walker said “Student government should To help raise commu- pas is produced by a group he believes that fair trade can be the voice for the student nity awareness of globaliza- called the ‘indigenous peo- make a strong impact on the body and where leadership tion issues, Global Village ples,’” Walker said. “Though lives of thousands. takes place,” Greene said. “It Collection, a fair trade non- they constitute only 3 percent So what is fair trade? goes beyond just club funding. profit store located at 37 N. of the total population of Mex- According to the currently The changes are brilliant.” Sandusky St., is sponsoring ico, the region produced 58 accepted definition: “Fair Junior Casey Ridgeway said an open seminar series called percent of the nation’s elec- Trade is a trading partnership, she did not feel welcome to “Fair trade and the coffee tricity and many agricultural based on dialogue, transpar- attend WCSA meetings. growers in the third world products such as maze and ency and respect, that seeks “My presence isn’t going region of Chiapas, Mexico.” coffee. greater equity in international to make or break a decision. Lecturers include Ohio “However, due to the cen- trade. It contributes to sustain- Me going to a meeting, even it Wesleyan faculty from the tralized power of Mexico City, able development by offer- were something I cared about geography, history and eco- the indigenous people don’t ing better trading conditions wouldn’t make a difference,” nomics departments. benefit much from it. Most of to, and securing the rights of, Ridgeway said. The first seminar, held on them still live in isolated vil- marginalized producers and Goodrum said he believes Sept. 28, was led by Walker. lages, with annual incomes workers -- especially in the students can’t be pressured into The discussion touched on the around $3,500. Poverty, illit- South. Fair Trade organiza- attending meetings or taking a geographic, agricultural, eth- eracy and high infant mortal- tions (backed by consumers) Photo by Chris Gong more active role. WCSA can nic and political characteristics ity rates are still among their only state positions and hope See Fare trade, Page 2 Lynn Cook displays Global Village’s free trade goods. of Chiapas, Mexico. biggest challenges.” students become involved.

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-- Page 3 -- Pages 4 and 5 -- Page 8 Page 2 The Transcript Oct. 23, 2008 News in brief NOW promotes Econ program for first-years By Luke Bazerra Love Your Body Day Transcript Correspondent By Brittany Stojsavljevic nowfoundation.org/). Additionally, NOW Kissell is also the owner of one of the The Woltemade Economics Center recently introduced the Transcript Correspondent holds an annual poster contest to support DivaCups that the Women's House was Economics Management Fellows Program, a new initiative de- the same issues. selling. The DivaCup is described as a signed to introduce first-year students to the Economics Depart- Vagina-shaped cookies were only a The event was primarily organized by healthier alternative to tampons and pads ment as well as ease the eventual transition into college life. part of the exhibit the Women's House dis- sophomore Kate MacLam as her house that is safer for the environment, and helps The idea for the EMFP surfaced when the Economics Alumni played in the Hamilton-Williams Campus program for the Women's House. MacLam to save money spent on feminine hygiene. Advisory Board expressed interest in funding innovative ways Center atrium on Oct. 6 and 7. The exhibit was inspired by the posters, which she sees The reason for this is because, unlike tam- to bring more students into the department. With additional sup- was part of the Love Your Body Day cel- as works of art. pons and pads, the DivaCup is reusable. port from professors in the Economics Department, the EMFP ebration, a national campaign established MacLam believed the issues that NOW All of these factors attracted MacLam was created and criteria for acceptance were outlined. by the National Organization for Women promotes with the Love Your Body Day to selecting them to sell during tabling. The Such criteria include a promising record from high school (NOW) to promote healthy body images campaign to be significant ones. She found idea of providing information on menstru- and standardized tests. Students must also have expressed an for women. that although it is primarily a woman-ori- al-wear alternatives, while providing one interest of a future in economics. The main feature was a banner. Stu- for sale, was appealing to MacLam. The program, only available to first-year students invited dents were encouraged to contribute to Kissell was also pleased to see the Di- by the Economics Department, requires a 400-word essay that the observation by signing and writing vaCups offered. She purchased one during discusses influences, inside or outside the classroom, that led down on something they love about their the previous summer after hearing about them to an interest in economics. The essay must also include body. Rewards for this positive thinking it from friends. The positive benefits it of- post-graduate intentions. In The Woltemade Center’s June were given in the form of an assortment of fered caught her interest. So far, she has newsletter, Professor John Boos, the center’s director, said “[t] baked goods, including the vagina-shaped not been disappointed by her purchase. he program is intended for the best of the best. [The center] cookies or a Love Your Body Day poster. entated event, loving one's body was also “It's less of a hassle; it's liberating.” will expect great things of our fellows as they continue their DivaCups were also sold. an important issue for men to consider. Kissell explains. She says that she no lon- academic career at OWU.” By creating this campaign, NOW hoped MacLam wasn't the only one who con- ger has to worry about typical problems This year, 13 students were admitted into the program. These to promote healthy images for women, not sidered body image to be a significant women run into during their menstrual students will receive $500 towards textbooks for classes, first unrealistic and offensive versions often topic to promote on campus. Alisha Kis- cycle, such as being caught unaware or not priority when registering for economics courses, invitations to used in media and advertisements. sell, who participated in the signing of the having a feminine hygiene product. meet with alumni and upper-class economics majors and a fully To encourage this healthy ideal, NOW banner and received one of the Love Your MacLam will display the banner in the paid trip to New York City with faculty to explore the various lists a number of offensive advertisements, Body Day posters, was pleased to see the Hamilton Williams Campus Center. For cornerstones of the United States Economy. positive advertisements, and possible ac- Women's House bringing the campaign to more informaiton on the DivaCup, visit tivities on its website (http://loveyourbody. campus. http://www.divacup.com Expert to discuss marketing

Samantha Rufo, president of Powell-based nxtConcepts, will explain how businesses can keep their online marketing ahead of the competition when she presents “Internet Advertis- OWU students celebrate ing 2.0: Bring the World to Your Doorstep” at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 6 in Benes Room B of Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. The event is free and open to the public. During her presentation, which will also be available online National Coming Out Day at http://stream.owu.edu., Rufo will provide immediately us- able marketing skills, including: •Ways to step into the spotlight using internet advertising. By Meghan Finneran nity, were encouraged to de- Hsiao went to high school in mosity, but she said many of •How to use keywords effectively. Transcript Correspondent clare their sexual orientation. Massachusetts. Although gay her friends have. •How to create ads. The celebration was a suc- marriage is legal there, Hsiao Mesenburg said that, com- •How to create effective landing pages. Students lined up behind a cess, said Mesenburg, because found that many individuals pounding the discrimination •How to get results. makeshift door in Ohio Wes- people came out for the first did not welcome members of from certain athletes, some As part of her presentation, Rufo also will share success sto- leyan University’s student time, some straight and some the GLBT community. As a re- coaches have contributed to the ries and explain the Top 5 ways to waste money. center, waiting for their turn to gay. sult, Hsiao was worried about bitterness felt by some GLBT “My goal is for people to walk away from the presentation come out. A hand-drawn pic- Freshman Abby Godfrey GLBT tolerance on campus. athletes. with a solid understanding of what internet advertising is and ture on the door showed a man said the no-pressure atmo- According to Godfrey and The faculty in general, ac- how to use it successfully, including ways to differentiate them- walking out of a closet—the sphere surrounding National Mesenburg, there wasn’t much cording to Hsiao and Mesen- selves from their competitors,” Rufo said. symbol of National Coming Coming Out for him to wor- burg, are usually supportive, Rufo began working in the ski industry in 1996, where she Out Day. Day is what ry about, even but not involved in the GLBT earned a reputation for pushing the boundaries of traditional In the United States, Na- e n c o u r a g e s though gay mar- community. Hsiao noted that marketing and program development. In 2004, she became tional Coming Out Day is ob- people to be riage is illegal in PRIDE would like more fac- president of nxtConcepts, an interactive marketing and media served on October 11th. OWU so open. She Ohio. Both have ulty involvement, and Mesen- company. celebrated it three days early. p a r t i c i p a t e d said the students burg says that the resource cen- Duringher career, she has successfully managed thousands The celebration began GLBT in similar cel- are accepting of ter could benefit from it too. of marketing campaigns, many of which have resulted in cat- (gay, lesbian, bisexual and ebrations at GLBT individu- Nevertheless, lack of in- egories of double and even triple-digit business growth. Rufo transgender) History Month her high school als. volvement has not caused any also is certified as a Google Adwords Qualified Individual and activities on campus. in Yarmouth, M e s e n b u rg problems, Mesenburg said, and a Yahoo Ambassador. GLBT History Month is Maine. mentioned that it does not apply to every fac- Her discussion is sponsored by Ohio Wesleyan’s Woltemade internationally recognized dur- Junior Jay the members ulty member. Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship. Founded ing different months around Chih-Yu Hsiao, president of of the Small Living Units are Eric Johnson, assistant di- in 1985, the center helps students integrate business theory and the world. PRIDE (People Regarding particularly accepting of indi- rector of counseling services, practice, and provides lectures and other resources to benefit the Junior Jesse Mesenburg, Individual Diversity Every- viduality. and Edward Kahn, professor of business community. head of the student staff at the where), also participated in The athletic department, theater and dance, are two fac- GLBT Resource Center, said National Coming Out Day. Mesenburg said, is the least ulty members that have been the goal of the National Com- Hsiao has helped organize the open. “[GLBT] people who GLBT friendly and supportive, Ross features Willis Davis ing Out Day activity was to event in previous years, but were in sports were discrimi- she said. make everyone comfortable participated for the first time nated against for their sexual Mesenburg describes GLBT Artist and educator Willis “Bing” Davis will exhibit oil pas- with their own sexual orienta- on Wednesday. He says the orientation, and sometimes as synonymous with accep- tels, ceramics, and other pieces that meld African traditions tion and that of others. celebration is necessary to help it caused them to quit [their tance. “Tolerance is a step in with life in urban America during his upcoming show at Ohio All people, whether straight people come to terms with their sport] altogether.” Mesenburg that direction, but that’s the Wesleyan University’s Richard M. Ross Art Museum. or a part of the GLBT commu- own sexual orientation. hasn’t experienced this ani- same as ignoring it. “On the Shoulders of Ancestors” will be on display from Oct. 21 through Nov. 16 at the museum, 60 S. Sandusky St. Davis also will give an illustrated talk at 7 p.m. Oct. 30 in Benes Room from page 1______B of Hamilton-Williams Campus Center. A reception will fol- Robinson, low at Ross Art Museum. our district, and I felt a sense in the country since the Great Mock Convention as well as Global Davis’ show is being exhibited in conjunction with the mu- of duty to run for office.” Depression and that the people participating in the Wesleyan seum’s eco-friendly show, “Discarded to Distinctive,” which Robinson said he accepts who suffer the most from the in Washington program. opened Oct. 1. Davis, like the five artists involved in “Discarded his status as the underdog. economic crisis are those who “I met with David several Village to Distinctive,” incorporates many found or recycled items into However, he said he believes are most disadvantaged. times before I realized that he his artwork. He believes this helps to “demystify” the process of that he has the chance to win Robinson said he would be was the right candidate for this seminar artistic creation and makes art more accessible to people. the race because Tiberi has his own man if he gets to Con- position. He is hoping to give “What I want the viewers to feel is something beyond the been a part of the system for gress because of the minimal voice to the younger crowd. series ordinary,” Davis has said. “I want them to stop, pause, to reflect, so long and is not in-sync with political baggage he holds and He hopes to enfranchise the and in that refection, hopefully, give honor and praise to those the majority of the 12th district. his stances on environmental population without a voice, who went before and those on whose shoulders they stand.” He said Tiberi voted with Bush and educational issues would which is you guys,” Barnes Davis is well-known for his art installations, during which he and Cheney on 93% of past benefit the greatest number of said. creates new, three-dimensional works of art in full public view. issues, discrediting his self- people. Robinson asked for the sup- Oct. 26 Though an installation will not be part of his upcoming show, proclaimed status as a moder- Nick Barnes (’04) works port of students in monitor- Discussion on indigenous the Dayton, Ohio, resident is scheduled to return to the univer- ate representative. on the Robinson campaign as ing his progress by watching Mayan history sity during spring semester to spend a day or two creating art in Robinson said the current his coordinator. Barnes was the second debate he will have and culture, led Gallery 2001, an exhibition space within Beeghly Library. economic policies supported involved in politics during his against Pat Tiberi on Thurs- by history professor “Willis ‘Bing’ Davis creates striking artwork that incorpo- by Tiberi have resulted in the days at OWU, serving as exec- day, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. on the Jeremy Baskes, at 4 p.m. rates the richness of his ancestry and his life experiences,” said largest income inequality seen utive director during the 2004 W-OSU channel. at 28 W. William St. Justin Kronewetter, M.F.A., director of the Ross Art Museum. “His drawings, for example, are often inspired by the kente and Kuba cloth used in traditional African garments. His work has a Fair trade, from page 1______very spiritual dimension, and I’m sure people will enjoy it.” Davis earned his Bachelor of Arts from DePauw University are engaged actively in sup- and European Fair Trade ested participants about its first Nov. 9 in Greencastle, Ind. He attended the School of the Dayton Art porting producers, awareness Association. and upcoming spring trip to Lecture by Economics Pro- Institute and received his Master of Education from Miami Uni- raising and in campaigning for The main reason to support Chiapas, Mexico, which will fessor Robert Gitter titled versity in Oxford, Ohio. changes in the rules and prac- fair trade, according to Lynn include visits with local coffee “A look at the impact of As an art educator, he spent 20 years at Central State Uni- tice of conventional interna- Cook, director of merchandis- growers, artisans, and activist migration on Mexico versity in Wilberforce, Ohio. He also has taught at Wright State tional trade.” ing for Global Village, is that groups. and Mexicans.” University in Dayton, Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, and This definition was cre- “trade is better than aid.” The trip, which will cost Dayton Public Schools. ated by FINE, an informal As the only fair trade retail around $700, will offer educa- Admission to the Richard M. Ross Art Museum is always association of the four main store in downtown Delaware tion on a number of different free. The museum is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Fair Trade networks: Fairtrade for five years, Global Village topics, including art, culture, Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Labeling Organizations launched this seminar series economics and agriculture. Event led by Seth Gitter. Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays International, International Fair not only to provide more The trip is sponsered by Further details TBA. and Saturdays. For more information, call (740) 368-3606. Trade Association, Network information about fair trade Higher Ground Roasters, a fair of European Worldshops coffee but also to inform inter- trade organic coffee company. Blk Cyan Magenta Yellow

Oct. 23, 2008 The Transcript Page 3 Historical presidential race causes voting fever By Kaisha Oliver W. Bush. Abram said she also thought voting early was Transcript Correspondent “It was probably the most demoralizing convenient, but feels like she is really getting a From the undecided experience, because I felt that in high school, chance to be heard. Several students say they are excited about the [students] weren’t as excited as I was to “I like knowing that I am one of the votes voting in this presidential election. On Sept. and Independents vote,” Abram said. that will be counted first,” she said. 30, early voting became an option, and students “In terms of the people who are voting for the In a campus-wide email, it was stated that began gathering together to walk to the voting Nicole Kendle: “I’m a Republican, but second time, they are more equipped and aware the only form of identification required for early booths. According to some students, this year’s Sarah Palin really might be a deal-breaker for of the things that have occurred since 2004, as voting is the last four digits of one’s Social election is focused primarily on the race and me. I’m not sure who I’m voting for.” well as the last eight years in general,” she said. Security number. gender of candidates, rather than the political Ross Martin: “I think the fact that there “The students who are voting [especially those However, according to a pamphlet from issues at stake. are only two parties makes it harder to de- voting] for the second time are ready to vote The Delaware County Board of Elections, Senior Megan Abram said she believes cide. You only have two choices, and if you because they were given four years to figure out on Election Day, students will have to show the number of students registered to vote has disagree with them both equally it can be what they felt needed to change.” “acceptable forms of identification,” such as increased dramatically. hard to choose the lesser of two evils. I’m MacNeil, who, unlike Abram, could not vote their “current and valid photo identification card Abram said because this presidential race split about fifty-fifty with Obama and McCa- in the 2004 Election, said college students are issued by the State of Ohio or the United States is a historical event, it has helped revamp the in on the issues, so now I’m looking at their probably as ready as they ought to be. government.” popularity of voting for most college students. personal attributes. McCain is a veteran, but “If [students] think about it, [students] should According to some students, such as She also said she believes this is election is Obama is probably less jaded. I’m trying to all, theoretically, exercise the right to vote,” sophomore Ashley Coleman, the things most a good thing because it is giving students the figure out which one would be a better leader, MacNeil said. “I don’t think that the average Joe people would find inconvenient about voting chance to vote for change from the previous since their positions on the issues haven’t de- or college student is fully aware or informed. on Election Day, such as long lines, gives them eight years. termined it for me.” [All students] are not as informed and therefore excitement. Junior Alex MacNeil said he, too, believes Alex Ross: “I’m voting for Ron Paul be- not as ready; however, college students should “I feel like it is more of an experience, the number of college students registered to cause I think he is the only one not corrupt. vote [because] we are as ready as we should because you get to go out and see more students vote has increased, specifically in comparison to I agree with his views on almost all of the be.” just like you who are showing up to vote,” 2006. He also said he believes it is unfortunately issues.” In separate interviews with Abram and Coleman said. “I see it as more of an event and due to the historical nature of this election. MacNeil, both said they have already voted, it makes [students] feel like [they] are a part of “I think it is more about the race and the sex, groups on campus, such as College Democrats taking advantage of the option to vote early. something big. If [students] were to do the early the economy and the switch from the parties and College Republicans. “I hate lines, and I knew that there would be vote, it’s less of an experience because it would [from Republican to Democrat],” he said. “There is a lot more paraphernalia around long lines,” MacNeil said. “Plus, [voting early be like simply going to the grocery store.” Abram said although the rise in college campus promoting the different candidates,” is] a convenience.” Some out-of-state students said they have students voting may be due to the election’s Abram said. He also said he voted early because of what decided not to vote in their state by an absentee historical nature, she is pleased that more Unlike many underclassmen and some one of his professors said about the ballots, ballot, because Ohio is a swing state. students are getting involved and want to be juniors, this is not the first election that some and how the votes wouldn’t get counted until “I am from Chicago, and I know the people informed. seniors have voted. January if people vote on Election Day. in my state are going Democrat,” Abram said. She also said she is glad to see the campus Abram said it is not her first time voting; she “If the votes wouldn’t be counted until “I would rather vote [in Delaware County] investing interest in this election, especially was able to vote in 2004 presidential election January, it would be like throwing your vote where I know my vote will make [more of] a through posters on windows and political when John Kerry ran against President George out,” MacNeil said. difference.” Students feast celebrating Students donate blood in Benes end of Ramadan at I-House By Mary Slebodnik during this holiday, such as high-protein dishes with meat Transcript Correspondent smoking tobacco or consuming prepared within the Halaal alcohol. tradition, a set of requirements The International House Arshad said, “Fasting is one for the preparation of Muslim employed the university-wide of the things Muslims have to food during Ramadan. technique of using free food do to gain God’s respect.” It is similar to the concept of to attract students as they Freshmen Murtaza Naqvi kosher food within the Jewish welcomed them to dinner in and Maryam Shitu contrasted community, Castelli said. celebration of the last day of fasting at college with fasting Castelli says the university Ramadan on Sept. 30. in their home communities. is working to make Halaal At 8:30 p.m. that day, most At college, “[I]t’s much chicken available year-round non-Muslim students could harder,” they said in unison. for all students to purchase in remember lunch if they tried. They said that having family the Welch Dining Hall. He says The Muslim students, however, and friends to fast with them there is not much difference had not eaten since before made the process much easier. between Halaal chicken and dawn. At Ohio Wesleyan, fewer regular chicken. “Except Some students tapped their people give up their daylight Halaal costs more,” he joked. feet in time to Indian music meals in September.However, Arshad said, “We’d like as they waited for everyone both students said they were to thank the university for to arrive. Steam rose from the able to find community support providing us with the food that mince meat in aloo qeema, on campus. we need.” a Pakistani dish, and formed Naqvi said of fasting, Arshad also explained droplets on the cans of Coke “Initially, it took a little out of that one of the reasons the sitting beside it. us, but we acclimated. It makes International House sponsored Before opening the sure you can connect with poor the dinner was to clear buffet style dinner, Sikendar people. Some of this is about misconceptions people may Arshad, the event organizer, welfare,” he said. have about Ramadan. took a moment to reflect on Shitu agreed. “It makes you “We want to open up the Ramadan’s meaning. appreciate stuff.” Muslim community,” he said. He explained that Ramadan Shitu, an African Muslim, Even while considering is a 30-day period of fasting and Naqvi, a Pakistani Muslim, the hardships that come with that Muslims observe once a both engaged in the Muslim observing Ramadan, including year in accordance with one of community that met every having trouble focusing in the Five Pillars of Islam. From evening at Welch Dining Hall class due to hunger, Arshad dawn until dusk, Muslims may to pick up specially prepared expressed serious devotion to not eat or drink, and they may Halaal dinners. his faith. Photo by Sara Mays not succumb to the temptation Gene Castelli, senior “We have a spiritual bond Some students waited well over an hour to donate blood in the Benes Room on Oct. to engage in activities director of Dining Services, with doing this,” he said. “Not 7 during a recent blood drive. Those feeling faint after donating snacked on food prohibited by their religion said the dinners contained doing this isn’t an option.” provided by Circle K, the event organizer. OWU November and December lineup of special events Through Nov. 16 The performance will take of Baby Doe,” and more. The Tour,” with comedians Greg and one of 2,000 scientists performance will take place in place in the Studio Theatre in performance will take place Fitzsimmons, Nick Kroll and on the Intergovernmental Jemison Auditorium inside “Discarded to Distinctive,” Chappelear Drama Center in Jemison Auditorium inside more commenting on current Panel on Climate Change to Sanborn Hall. featuring environmentally Sanborn Hall. events. Doors will open at 7 share the 2007 Nobel Peace friendly artwork in conjunction 3:15 p.m. Nov. 2 p.m. The show will be held in Prize with former U.S. Vice Dec. 4 through Feb. 8 with the 2008-2009 Sagan Senior recital featuring 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10 Gray Chapel inside University President Al Gore for the film National Colloquium, and “On Catherine Sheehan, clarinet; Hall. “An Inconvenient Truth,” will “Wanda Ewing Prints & the Shoulders of Ancestors,” and Matthew Wentzel, Anne Clifford, Ph.D., speak as part of the 2008-2009 Paintings” and selections from featuring artwork by Willis saxophone. The performance associate professor of theology 8 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15 Sagan National Colloquium. the permanent collection of the “Bing” Davis, at Ohio will take place in Jemison at Duquesne University, will Clark is a senior fellow Richard M. Ross Museum, Wesleyan University’s Richard Auditorium inside Sanborn speak as part of the 2008-2009 Orchesis Dance Concert, an at the Milken Institute and at the museum. Ewing’s art M. Ross Art Museum. Hall. Sagan National Colloquium. Ohio Wesleyan contemporary a lecturer in sustainable uses imagery found in popular Clifford is the author dance tradition, will be development at the University culture to address issues of Nov. 1, 7, 14-15, 21-22 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6 of Introducing Feminist performed on the Main Stage of California, Riverside. He race, beauty, sexuality and and Dec. 5-6, 12, 19-20, Theology, winner of a 2002 of Chappelear Drama Center. serves as executive director of identity. 8 p.m. Samantha Rufo, president Catholic Press Association Jill Becker, adjunct theatre and the Alternative Energy Center of Powell-based nxtConcepts, award, and of nearly 20 articles dance faculty member, will at the Heckmann International 8 p.m. Dec. 5-6 Evening programs at Ltd., and myMarketingGuide. on theology and science, serve as artistic director. Center for Entrepreneurial Ohio Wesleyan’s Perkins com, will present “Internet ecological theology, and other Management in Palm Desert, One-Act Plays, an annual Observatory. Content varies Advertising 2.0: Bring the topics. 3:15 p.m. Nov. 16 and 8 Calif., and is co-author of event featuring original works based on sky conditions, but World to Your Doorstep” in She will speak in the Benes p.m. Nov. 18 “Agile Energy Systems: Global by student directors and may include a planetarium Benes Room B of Hamilton- Rooms. Lessons from the California playwrights. The performances show, observatory tours, and Williams Campus Center Ohio Wesleyan’s Symphonic Energy Crisis.” He will speak will take place in Chappelear star gazing with the 32-inch 8 p.m. Nov. 11 Wind Ensemble, directed by in Gray Chapel. Drama Center. Schottland Telescope. 8 p.m. Nov. 7-8 Larry Griffin. The performance and 2 p.m. Nov. 9 Faculty/guest recital will take place in University 3:15 pm Nov. 20 3:15 p.m. Dec. 7 8 p.m. Nov. 1 featuring WindWorksChamber Hall’s Gray Chapel. Ohio Wesleyan’s annual Ensemble. The event will take Student recital featuring Ohio Wesleyan’s Choral Art Fifth Planet,” a one- Opera Theatre, directed by place in Jemison Auditorium. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 – Chantel Deane, mezzo soprano; Society fall concert, directed act play by David Auburn, Jason Hiester, featuring scenes Sarah Kenny, soprano; Juliet by Jason Hiester. The event directed by student Michelle from “The Marriage of Figaro,” 8 p.m. Nov. 12 Woodrow W. Clark II, Ph.D., Partington, mezzo soprano; will take place in University Jacobs for her senior project. “The Medium,” “The Ballad “The VH1 Best Week Ever a 1967 Ohio Wesleyan graduate Jessica Spafford, soprano. The Hall’s Gray Chapel. Page 4 The Transcript Oct. 23, 2008 Page 5 A presidency set in stone St a t e o f Rock Jones, Ohio Wesleyan’s 16th president, looked to the balcony of t h e a r t s Gray Chapel during his inaugural address to thank “the best students By Tori Morris and Mike DiBiasio anywhere.” Transcript Reporters In the collection of Jones also paid homage to his predecessors, the faculty speeches given during the inauguration ceremony two weeks ago, much attention and praise was given to and alumni before sharing his vision for sustaining Ohio Rock Jones’s abilities to cultivate the liberal arts at Ohio Wesleyan. Wesleyan’s commitment to the liberal arts. Additionally, many of the delegates in the academic procession “We at Ohio Wesleyan have much to offer attended or participated Photo by Jack Stenger in the panel before the Serenading the festivities were The All-Day Suckers, an ad-hoc folk quintet. ceremony, titled “Whither the world,” Jones said. “This is our time ... let Pictured from left to right: Education Professor Sam Katz, English Professor the Liberal Arts” – an Dennis Prindle, Philosophy Professor Erin Flynn and Buildings and Grounds examination of the liberal Electrician Chris Hinshaw. The OWtsiders also performed. arts in today’s society.” us think together about what it would mean Moderated by Thomas Tritton (’69), the discussion panel included for Ohio Wesleyan University to set the Elaine Hansen, president of Bates College; John Churchill, secretary of Phi liberal arts standard for educating Beta Kappa; and Douglas Bennett, president of Earlham College. Tritton guided the panel moral leaders for a global society.” of educators as they fielded questions concerning the defining qualities of a Jones expressed interest liberal arts education. The hour-long discussion started with the in expanding the Summer panelists giving a political interpretation of the word “liberal” in liberal arts and Science Research Program continued as they tried to predict the changes the liberal arts will endure in to include other disciplines the next 100 years. “[The liberal arts] is an education that gives a and improving residential Photo by Jack Stenger person all the uses of him After the inaugural address, Jones led a procession of attendees to the JAYwalk, self, opening a person up where tents, tables and a stage transformed the familiar walkway. Food and drink to all the possibilities of facilities, mission trips and from five different continents were available for the campus and community in a being human and causing buffet-style setting. the student to constantly remake one’s self,” Bennett said during the panel. the breadth of the summer In addition to the word “liberal,” the “arts” were also emphasized in internship programs discussion. “[The arts] are our ways increasing understanding offered. and learning,” Hansen said during the discussion. “If we neglect the arts, we neglect much of our human capacity needed for the future.” The educators placed strong emphasis on the liberal arts’ job of adequately preparing students to seek what they desire. At the panel’s conclusion, Tritton told the audience a about a conversation he had with a senior. “’I am mad at you,’ said the student, ‘for showing me this experience, for I will hunger for this sense of community and power Cutout photos by Kim Steese for the rest of my life,’” Jason Hiester (bottom right) leads the Choral Arts Society in John Tritton recalled. Leavitt’s Festival Sanctus before Michael G. Long, vice-chair of the He responded to the Board of Trustees, officially presented Rock Jones (left) as Ohio student by reinforcing the goals of the liberal arts: Wesleyan’s next president. Following the ceremony, guests followed “Instead of complaining the academic procession up the JAYwalk to the inaugural dinner about leaving this world, where they were greeted with bountiful buffets and live music. go change that one!”

The masters of ceremony were Adeoluwa most populated?” The answer is Nigeria. Ngongoni added that the 2008 academic the back porch. Johnston is a 1993 graduate their favorite stories from the house. The “Barns” Adeyemo and Justin Askia Another question revealed Ghana to be the year in Zimbabwe has been cancelled by the who now serves on the Alumni Board, which focus was on the feeling of family between Kodunga Kofi Adda of Nigeria and Ghana, first nation to become independent. “That’s government because teachers are on strike. s u b a ’s 40t h advises administration on school policy, people in the house. The house “served as W Cu l t u r a l respectively. The two began the program why I’m proud to be Ghanaian,” Adda said. One in seven people are HIV positive, and helps fundraise and serves as a liaison a landmark” and was a “political, cultural dispelling misconceptions. The minifest included serious discussion the life expectancy is the lowest in the world By Gwen Husak between students and the university. and social… meeting place for the students “In Ghana, we don’t live in trees,” Adda as well. Several speakers discussed conflicts at 34 years. Transcript Reporter Myron McCoy, a 1977 graduate and a of Ohio Wesleyan”, said Michelle Burley e R Minifest said. “I just want to make that clear. We live and issues facing Africa. Stan Osei-Bonsu Lydia Spitalny of the anti-genocide member of the Board of Trustees, led the Keys, class of 1974. in houses. We dress normally. Go to school. spoke about the Ghana Student Education student group STAND asked the audience The Butler A. Jones House of Black group in grace before dinner. McCoy is also After the former and current house By Mark Dubovec Speak English. Fly airplanes.” Fund, a group devoted to improving the to remember the genocide in Darfur on Culture is rich with history and family. a preacher and has a son who graduated residents spoke about some of their favorite e e Transcript Reporter Performances included a dance education in Ghana. Election Day. Alumni and students came together this from Ohio Wesleyan in 2007. memories, the mood in the room became routine and a fashion show demonstrating “We’re facing a problem in the world, “Over 400,000 lives have been lost, and weekend to celebrate their time at OWU The buffet dinner was made by Bev more serious. Going around the room, Food, speakers and dancing were at the traditional African wear. Adeyemo wore and that’s a lack of education,” Osi-Bomsu three million people have been displaced,” and the House by rededicating it and getting Coleman, who was nominated this year for people said the names of their heroes. After k c heart of Rafiki Wa Afrika’s annual cultural an outfit common in northern Nigeria, the said. “4.4 million children in Ghana don’t she said. “We must cast our votes for human together for a family dinner. the SUBA Hall of Fame for her dedication each name was called out, sophomore minifest held on Sat. Oct. 11. The event kaftan. It has a longth length and sleeves have access.” Following his speech, he rights” On Oct. 11, SUBA celebrated part of to the school and her work at the Bishop Chardae Spencer poured a small amount occurred outside the Willa B. Player Center and is usually quite colorful. asked for contributions to assist the group’s Following all speakers and performances, its 40th anniversary with a barbecue and Café. of water into the house plant. This part is e a and was held to showcase diversity and The audience was encouraged to trip to Ghana next year. food was served. Some of the dishes included rededication ceremony at the Butler A. The dinner featured ribs, baked chicken, considered a sacred part of the rededication educate people about African culture. participate at times. Audience members Rejoice Ngongoni discussed the jerk chicken, different kinds of spicy rice Jones House of Black Culture. mac and cheese, baked beans, greens and ceremony. “Ohio Wesleyan is known for its were also encouraged to dancing themselves economic crisis facing her native Zimbabwe. and plantain, a type of fried banana plant. Photo courtesy of owu.edu As everyone met at the house, several personal pumpkin pies for dessert. After the ceremony, students and n p diversity,” said Rafiki Wa Afrika president, at certain points, and Adda and Adeyemo “Zimbabwe has the highest inflation rate in Nick Oteng referred to visiting alumni Butler A. Jones House of Black alumni reminisced about their time at After dinner, participants went inside alumni said their goodbyes to one another, Farooq Busari. “We wanted to teach people tested the audience with questions about the world: 231 trillion percent,” she said. “It when he said, “We have to respect our Culture, one of 9 Small Living Units. OWU. for the rededication of the Butler A. Jones most leaving the house for the night, but st about African culture through fun. Get them Africa. is the first country in the 21 century to have elders. Students, please let our elders eat “I had many fine moments here,” said House of Black Culture. Former residents everyone was excited for the rest of the d to see the performers, taste the food.” Adeyemo asked, “Which country is the hyperinflation.” first.” Naima Johnston, while motioning around told the group the history of the House and weekend celebration. Page 6 The Transcript Oct. 23, 2008 Arts E ntertainment Folk bands& fill the Black Box with free music Theater production opens Crosby season By Samantha Beany Transcript Reporter

Fashion: a prevailing mode of dress; present custom. Fash- ion: people of polite society collectively. Fashion: manner or way. Fashion: make; fabricate; give a particular shape or form to. Fashion!: Ohio Wesleyan’s fall production that ended its two weekend run on Sunday, Oct. 12. Fashion! kicked off the Classic Crosby season dedicated to Dr. Robert R. Crosby (’39), a former theatre department professor and chairperson who passed away last year. Alumni, all former students of Crosby, performed the opening prologue of the show. According to the press release, Fashion!, written by Anna Cora Mowatt, was “the most popular and successful American comedy of the 19th century. It debuted in 1845 and continues to be the comedy of choice for early American drama collections.” The play focuses on the Tiffany family as they try to become fashionable. Mrs. Tiffany follows the advice of their French maid, Millinette. This need for fashion results in numerous suitors for the Tif- fany daughter, Seraphina, as well as multiple bad checks, some- thing Mr. Tiffany’s prefers to downplay. When fashion starts to consume the lives of the Tiffanys it is up to Mr. Tiffany’s old friend Adam Trueman to return the family to simpler American values. Sophomore Forrest Rilling played Mr. Tiffany. “He’s not extravagant,” Rilling said. “He doesn’t want to be a man of fashion. He is there to reinforce the monetary needs of his wife and daughter.” Sophomore Rachel Brumfield played Seraphina. Picture from www.bumpershine.com “As Seraphina, I am incredibly naïve, impressionable, and I Julie Doiron (right) played in the Black Box Theater of the Chappelear Drama Center on Sunday as a part of do everything my mother tells me,” Brumfield said. “My focus is a free concert that also featured South American Scientist, Calm Down, Its Monday and Mt Eerie, the head- on finding a husband, preferably one of high nobility and wealth, liner. The show, presented by WSLN and Confiscated, was organized by senior Brad Mann and sponsered whom I can marry and begin my life with. I am courted by sev- by WCSA. eral bizarre and entertaining suitors.” One of those many suitors is Count Jolimaitre, played by senior Tavish Miller. “To look at him I would think he’s a tailor’s walking adver- Alumna returns to share poetry tisement,” said actor Adam Trueman. “The Count is the main character,” Rilling said. “He draws By Joshua Sulser S m i t h pursuing her In his online review, which attention to himself. He’s funny. He’s lying to so many people Transcript Correspondent earned her creative path can be found on Amazon. that the audience wants to see him screw up.” MFA in cre- f o r m a n y com, Elliot wrote “[Lamp of The second act starts with a ballroom scene. First is the waltz Distinguished alumna and ative writing years. the Body] has all the mastery then a polka. In the middle of the polka the actors perform a brief poet Maggie Smith (‘99) vis- at The Ohio “I have of a book by someone who’s modern dance sequence. ited Ohio Wesleyan Univer- State Univer- been writing been at the effort for decades “My favorite part of the show is the dance scene,” Brum- sity on Oct. 7. She read poems sity and she badly since without having lost any of the field said. “We worked so hard to pull it together, having many from her newest book, Lamp currently lives the sev- youthful verve that makes the rehearsals outside of regular rehearsals.” of the Body, and from man- in Columbus, enth grade,” best poetry vital.” The show concludes with the Count being found out as an uscripts she plans to publish Ohio. Smith said. Smith’s awards include imposter and the discovery of Mr. Tiffany’s bad checks. Trueman soon. Smith is “But I began the Benjamin Saltman Poetry agrees to help Mr. Tiffany as long as he agrees to move his fam- English Professor Okla the author of s e e i n g Award, the Pudding House ily into the country. Elliot served as the speaker two books of myself as a National Poetry Chapbook Fashion! was performed in an arena theatre, where the audi- for Smith’s reading. The two poetry: Lamp poet in my Competition, two Academy ence sat on all sides of the stage. came into contact when Elliot of the Body senior year of American Poets prizes, and “You try to put your back to an aisle,” Rilling said. “But Maggie Smith purchased Smith’s book of (2007) and of college.” two grants from the Ohio Arts sometimes the script doesn’t allow it. Sometimes you have to poetry and wrote a favorable Nesting Dolls (2005). Lamp One of the biggest themes Council. be on the ‘poof’ and only one side of the audience can see your review for it online. of the Body is her only full- in Smith’s poetry is her family. She also has had poems face.” “Maggie pushes the bound- length collection. However, her poems cover published in the Gulf Coast, Both Brumfield and Rilling felt the shows went well. aries of tradition,” Elliot said. She is one of six writers a number of different styles Quarterly West, Brook- “My favorite part was being at the theatre late at night with The last time Smith visited invited to read for the Carpen- and themes, from the suicide lyn Review, The Massachu- Bonnie (the director) and Joanna (Mrs. Tiffany) and finding the campus was in the fall of ter Lecture Series. of her friend’s brother to the setts Review, Mid-American ways to make one scene 1,000 times better,” Rilling said. “In one 2005. Smith said she has been beauty of nature. Review, and Court Green. scene Joanna dips me, I mean, it’s hilarious.” The actors felt the play was also popular among those who saw it. “I have heard nothing but rave reviews from audience mem- ‘Heroes’ plot lines beyond salvation bers and everyone loved the ball room scene,” Brumfield said. By Kaitlin Thomas distant past, others in different Kristen Bell as the electrify- meet! It screws with the space- Entertainment Columnist cities with new names and oth- ing Elle Bishop. I am slight- time continuum. Maybe I am ers were in new countries with ly biased however because I truly flying my geek flag but Activist folk singer As a rule in life, I rarely no memories). The storylines love Kristen Bell as an actress that has been the dogma for give up. Let me clarify that; I were convoluted and I stopped (“Veronica Mars” is still science fiction since the first to perform in benefit rarely give up on a TV show caring when I would miss an a favorite of mine). I would science fiction stories. Past that I think has the potential episode. watch Kristen Bell feed her Peter and Future Peter cannot to pull itself out of the mess it I thought maybe the reason dogs for hours. That is how be friends. for former chaplain has created to become exciting season two was so poorly done much I admire the work she I am truly sad “Heroes” has again. Which is why it is with was a result of the Writers does. gone down this path. It had Grammy-nominated folk- John McCutcheon has great sadness that I am giving Guild of America strike that Unfortunately, even the such promise. It is rare that a singer and social activist John recorded more than 25 albums up on “Heroes.” shortened the television season beautiful Milo and the talented show with a fantasy and sci- McCutcheon will perform at 8 since the 1970s, with his latest, I genuinely liked the first last year. So when the show Kristen cannot make me con- ence fiction base becomes p.m. Oct. 25 in Ohio’s Wesley- a tribute to baseball titled “Ser- season. It was praised for its came back for its third season tinue to watch this show. popular in mainstream culture an University’s Gray Chapel mon on the Mound,” coming ingenuity, skilled storytelling this fall, I gave it another shot. It was cute at first when and the first season made me inside University Hall. out in March 2008. One of his and strong cast. What I found was that I Hiro would travel through believe it could finally hap- Mark Wade, a 1999 Ohio most famous songs is “Christ- Also, I just cannot say no was right to give up last year. time, but now it is getting old. pen. Wesleyan graduate and former mas in the Trenches,” which to anything Milo Ventimiglia The storylines are even more Episodes concerning events in I was hoping this show national hammered dulcimer tells the story of a World War I (Jess Mariano of “Gilmore extreme and annoying. The the future that might possibly would continue to be strong, champion, will open the show. Christmastime truce in 1914. Girls” fame) is involved with. addition of new characters is never happen are annoying but alas, it is not meant to be. Tickets are $15 each and Critics have described I came back for the second irritating because it leaves less and waste time. I feel as if “Heroes” has will benefit the university’s McCutcheon’s performances season expecting it to be just time for the main characters to Characters that have died fallen down the rabbit hole James Leslie Center for Peace as evoking “the pithy insight as explosive and exciting as develop. And most of them are should stay dead. This is not where nothing makes sense and Justice. The center was of Will Rogers, the understated the first. What I found was purely annoying (yes, I mean “Days of Our Lives.” and everything is different but established in 2007 to honor delivery of Garrison Keillor, disappointment. Maya). Also, it is common knowl- the same. They are all mad and the Rev. Leslie, who served as the song-leading ability of Pete Characters’ storylines were Despite this there is one edge that future and past ver- I would have to be mad to stay university chaplain for near- Seeger, and the virtuosity of an in far off places (some in the addition that I do not mind -- sions of a character cannot here. ly 30 years before retiring in orchestra.” 1988. The Leslie Center sup- For more about McCutch- ports opportunities for students eon, visit www.folkmusic.com. Beehive Books’ October events to participate in mission trips Mark Wade is a multi- and other initiatives that pro- instrumentalist who has per- Friday, Oct. 24, 8 p.m. mote peace and justice on the formed and recorded on piano, German pianist-composer Simone Weisenfels and American multi-instrumentalist Adam Smith OWU campus. trumpet, classical/acoustic The concert, sponsored by guitar, bass guitar, pennywhis- perform their one of a kind musical collaboration. The duo will perform both improvised and the OWU Chaplain’s Office, tle, hammered dulcimer, and composed material, encompassing a range of idioms and styles, including jazz, classical and also will be used to memorial- mountain dulcimer. electronic. ize the late Thelma Peterle, a He was the first-place win- longtime Delaware-area edu- ner in the 1998 National Ham- cator and community volun- mered Dulcimer Champion- Saturday, Oct. 25, 1 p.m. teer. Peterle died in November ship and is considered one of John Ciochetty booksigning. The Ohio Wesleyan Public Safety officer will be signing copies of 2007. America’s premier hammered his book The Ghosts of Stuyvesant Hall, which offers a glimpse into the supernatural and unex- For more information or dulcimer soloists and clini- plained occurring on OWU’s campus and in Delaware. Just in time for Halloween! tickets, call (740)368-3083. cians. Tickets also will be available For more about Wade, visit to at the door. www.markalanwade.com. Oct. 23, 2008 The Transcript Page 7 Opinion Letter to the editor: Coke popular despite changes, violence the helicopter rental store. expanding “New Coke” tasted Mid-semester break has Yes, Coca-Cola is the most more like the dreaded Pepsi, a passed and the first semester is U.S. should ratify popular and biggest-selling rival drink composed of chil- nearly over. As hard as it is to soft drink in history, as well dren’s souls and evil. believe, my first semester of women’s rights treaty as the best-known product Executives, listening to the freshman year is nearly over. in the world. Today, you can exaltations from the one true But it has been a great semes- The U.S. played a leading role in the development of the 1948 find Coca-Cola in virtually lord, Jesus Christ, decided to ter! I pledged my favorite fra- Declaration of Human Rights, yet was and continues to be hesitant every part of the world, from bring back the old flavor, now ternity, Phi Epsilon Lollipop, Hello everybody. You to support international human rights treaties. Afghanistan to Zambia (that’s called Coca-Cola Classic, and I was the lead in the fall play know, its not easy working on In 1979, the United Nations adopted the Convention on the Elim- right, French Polynesia!). Yes, everyone lived happily ever “Shakespeare” and I drank a The Transcript. Running hard, ination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW Coke. It makes the world go after. lot of beer in my dorm. making deadlines, leaving it or the Treaty for the Rights of Women). This treaty serves as an ‘round. Sorry to bore you with the I still need to decide on all on the field. international standard for the protection of women’s rights around One of the biggest scares details. God-forbid you learn a a major, though. I already And you know what I’m th the world. According to the UN, CEDAW “defines what constitutes that I, the Sun King himself, little history while reading the have 8 grade status because talking about. You all work: discrimination and sets an agenda for national action to end such ever had was in 1985 when newspaper, you little wieners. of some A.P. tests I took in forced labor, homework, discrimination.” Coke decided to change their Another, less important prob- high school, so I have a lot of the old mill, barbarous fac- CEDAW provides the basis for the realization of equal- secret formula in hopes of lem for dearly-exalted Coke breathing room. tory stuff, your boss breath- ity between men and women through ensuring equal access to, and reenergizing a lagging cus- is the ongoing violation of My advisor told me I had ing down your neck, wife and equal opportunities in, political and public life, education, health and tomer base. civil and human rights at Coke the face of a baboon and then kids at home whining about employment. CEDAW addresses women’s civil rights, reproductive To this day I have trouble bottling plants in Colombia. recommended majoring in needing food and clothes and rights and cultural and traditional influence on women’s rights. forgiving myself for not buy- Apparently Coca-Cola “con- Zoology. But my brothers (of medicine and shelter and blah These are rights which the United States government has ing more Coke back then. tracted with or otherwise the fraternity order) say I’m . .blah . . blah. I know! It’s affirmed in such legislation and policies as the 19th Amendment, Anyway, scrapping their old directed paramilitary security more like a cheetah, so per- tough. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, formula of water, brown, forces that utilized extreme haps I will major in running But you know how I relax? the Violence Against Women Act, affirmative action and Roe v. and sugar, the brave and true violence and murdered, tor- really fast. A smooth can or bottle of Wade. Yet the United States, a declared protector of human rights, Coca-Cola corporation opted tured, unlawfully detained or Either way, my scholarship Coca-Cola. Coke goes down has declined to ratify CEDAW. for a new batch of mixed otherwise silenced trade union dictates that I stay on the bas- smooth and takes the edge off According to the CEDAW website, 185 countries are party to the fruit, pepto-bismol, and LSD. leaders.” ketball team and take lots of the day. Coke also contains a treaty. The United States signed the treaty under Jimmy Carter in Although consumers reported In Coke’s defense, these psychedelics, so I am partially healthy dose of caffeine, so it 1980 but has failed to ratify it since then. It is the only industrialized a new take on life, stronger unions, if allowed to lawful- bound in my choice of classes makes a great midday boost, country that has not ratified CEDAW. emotional ties with those with ly continue, may have taken for next semester. helping you get on with your In not ratifying CEDAW, the United States is in the company of whom they drank Coke, and action that resulted in slight- As a final note, I have the tasks. notorious human rights abusers such as Iran and Sudan. The U.S. a reevaluation of their role in ly higher prices on wonder- most hustle/heart in the school. And I’m not just talking to has a powerful voice, and its actions set an example for the rest of a consumerist/materialist cul- ful Coke products (I’m talk- I challenge anyone to a one- the children working 16-hour the world. When the U.S. declines to ratify an important treaty like ture, overall, people missed ing fractions of fractions of on-one game of basketball or days in the steel factory, I’m CEDAW, it is essentially denying the importance of women’s rights their old Coke. \ cents!). For a fair and balanced Chinese checkers. talking to everyone from Betsy in an international and domestic context. It was something we had view, type into Google either All interested should please Ross the flag-designer to Old The U.S. should ratify CEDAW to promote the policies it already gotten used to. And this stom- “killer coke” or (the less inter- respond with a letter to the Pete, the man who works at supports. U.S. ratification would be a key symbol of the importance ach-ailment-curing-mind- esting option) “Coca-Cola”. editor. of women’s rights worldwide and the U.S. commitment to protect and promote them. Wiley Coyote, Buzz Aldrin finally take out Road Runner Certain unfounded fears have been associated with CEDAW, and and retired astronaut Buzz did not accept any money for felt a pretty strong connection in failing to ratify the treaty, the U.S. is playing into those fears. One Aldrin. this service, and said, “I have with them; more so than with such fear is that the treaty would supersede the power of U.S. fed- Mad The Road Runner had long been waiting for something Stmanthra [his wife].” There eral and state law. Treaties in the U.S., however, are not “self-exe- Money been suspected of having a like this to happen to me for is a tragic ending to this happy cuting” and would come before the Congress as any bill does. Also, with Tavish fetish for watching the second half of my life. Now, I feel story, however. the treaty allows countries to express “reservations, understandings Miller man to step on the moon get a like I have some purpose; my On his way back home, the and declarations” in the case that the treaty would disagree with hair-cut while wearing a clown actions helped someone. I’m Coyote was using his rocket U.S. law. AP-The Wiley Coyote nose, and then be scared by a human and I have emotions skates and became trapped in Another fear is that the definition of “discrimination” is too finally caught the Road Run- freshly baked Creepy Crawl- just like everyone else. Most the net, and the three boulders broadly defined and would result in frivolous lawsuits. This is ner this week after years of ers while someone sits to the people think astronauts are then crushed his small body. unlikely because U.S. law already protects women from discrimina- trying. The Road Runner was side eating a pile of bananas. some kind of super humans, or The coyote is survived by his tion and the U.S. has ratified a similar treaty, the Convention on the caught by an elaborate trap Once the Road Runner saw robots. False.” human wife, Beat, and their Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, so it is unlikely involving three boulders sus- this event, the rest took care Immediately following the five children; two of which that any more lawsuits would surface against gender discrimination pended from two cliffs, a giant of itself. The Road Runner event, Buzz Aldrin divorced do not know the difference than against racial discrimination. net, rocket skates, a hole in stopped in it’s tracks, which his wife of 64 years and dis- between sweet potatoes and Some opponents claim that CEDAW supports abortion. This the ground, a Creepy Crawl- allowed the Wiley Coyote to owned his children. He is now yams. assertion is false. According to the U.S. State Department, the treaty ers oven, a clown nose, three run up and eat it right there paying the three female pros- There is still a large hole in is “abortion neutral.” In addition, several countries in which abor- prostitutes, a pile of bananas in front of Buzz. Buzz Aldrin titutes to take their places. “I the desert. tion is illegal, such as Ireland, Burkina Faso and Rwanda, have rati- fied CEDAW. Opponents also make claims that CEDAW would abolish single- From West to East, Europe hit hard by global economic crisis sex schools, mandate “gender neutral” textbooks and encourage same-sex marriage. All of these claims are simply exaggerations By Alexandra Panait European markets? making superficial attempts in replicated in the U.S. through and misinterpretations of the text. CEDAW makes clear that it is Transcript Columnist The crash of Micex, a Rus- maintaining the clientele con- the U.S. Federal Reserve trim not aimed at all sex-based discrimination, but at discrimination spe- sian leading stock exchange, fidence in their institutions from 2 to 1.5%. In contrast, cifically aimed at women. Same-sex schools are not prohibited, and Europe is caught up in a and its suspension of trade through reassurance and well- Eastern Europe is employing educational equality language refers to achieving equal education surging economic recession. until Oct.10 sparked gen- controlled panic, employees shallow attempts in maintain- for boys and girls. From West to East, Europe- eral panic on the prospect of are well aware of the prospects ing confidence, while stocks Some groups, such as the Concerned Women for America, assert an nations are enduring a test worldwide recession. of a high unemployment in rampantly plummet and the that U.S. supporters are pushing CEDAW on the disadvantaged of anxiety, distrust and fear The Russian signal rever- the banking sector. News, and domestic currency heavily women of the world in order to further their own “radical feminist” as stocks are crumbling at an berated heavily in such coun- thus restructuring of French devaluates in rapport with the agenda. In a country that so values equality, I cannot imagine a more unprecedented level. tries rapidly opened to liberal bank, Societe Generale and euro and the dollar. And the ludicrous argument. If equality and dignity for all women is a radi- While the Western Euro- trade, yet lacked solid mon- the Austrian Erste Bank, will devaluation will not work to cal proposal, then the Civil Rights Act and the 19th Amendment must pean nations desperately inter- etary and fiscal policies, and determine the course of the the advantage of the regional be radical and unnecessary, too. vene in the economy-- with heavily depended on Western domestic central banks in the economy, with countries lack- Opponents of CEDAW are narrow-sighted in their arguments. Luxembourg, Belgium and manipulation. The 14% fall in region in developing policies ing infrastructure and invest- CEDAW is a comprehensive way to address gender discrimination Holland placing a strategic the Russian stocks showed the for avoiding losses. ment for exports. Eastern worldwide. The United States should back its assertion of protecting 16.8 billion euros for a domi- extent of the economic slow- The economy and its global Europe will not easily recover human rights by ratifying CEDAW. The U.S. signed it more than 20 nant bank such as Fortis-- down, causing a panic selling dimension have revealed the from the cold economic shock years ago. It’s time to throw our full support behind it. Eastern Europe is struggling of the global investors. incongruence between Eastern it is currently undergoing. Ratification of CEDAW is not unlikely; our senators just need to survive. The main impact will be and Western Europe in policies Rhetoric plays a role, par- a little push. In order to ratify CEDAW, the Senate must have a 2/3 With the Russian stock very palpable, particularly in and priorities. Western Europe ticularly in raising awareness. majority vote. Currently, the treaty is in the Senate Foreign Rela- exchange closed, the risk of the East, where the political is making efforts to contain The region’s previous efforts tions Committee, and in order to get it onto the Senate floor, it needs volatility and distrust had crip- game benefits any changes in the spread of the economic to break from unprofessional the support of the American public. We must let our senators know pling effects on the region’s the economy. Central and East- slowdown through reducing and socialist settings did not that the ratification of CEDAW is necessary to ensure the continua- markets. Eastern Europe is fol- ern Europe have been heav- the interest rates for encourag- give way to full restructure of tion of women’s rights in the U.S. as well as their assurance abroad. lowing the exact course of the ily privatized in their bank- ing investment. the political setting; the same Call or write to your senators and urge them to support ratification. global economic downturn, ing system, and in the poorest Overall, six banks, includ- oligarchic interests dominate. Contact the Capitol Switchboard at 202.224.3121 for your Senator and is far more susceptible to economies in the organization, ing the Bank of England, have Undoubtedly, there are signs information. You can also call the White House Comment Line at changes and negative impacts. such as Romania and Bulgar- reduced interest rates by a half of improvement, but not in 202.456.1111 to urge the president to support CEDAW. To what extent does the fueled ia, the banking network has percent, reaching 4.5 percent. the short term. And the costs Greer Aeschbury, panic play for the interest become the fuel of entrepre- Similarly, the European Cen- will be high for a generation Amnesty International OWU Chapter groups enjoying the status quo, neurship and economic invest- tral Bank cut its interest rate already exposed to globaliza- particularly the feeble Eastern ment. While private banks are from 4.25 to 3.75%, a measure tion.

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Cliff Lee the MLB Comeback Player of the Year award this past week, and they should lead to him winning the AL Cy Young. The 30 year old Arkansas native finished 22-3 and had a 2.54 ERA. Lee did every- thing a team could hope, what became, its best pitcher would do. At the beginning of the At home in Progressive 2008 MLB season, the hopes Field, he posted an undefeated were high in Cleveland. record at 10-0. He finished The 2007 Indians had a 96 10-1 against his division foes win season that ended after and 21-2 against his American they blew a 3-1 game lead in League opponents. the ALCS. The other possible candi- The Tribe was returning dates for the coveted award do their manager of the year and not make a strong case. Fran- their dominant Cy Young win- cisco Rodriguez had a record ner in C.C. Sabathia. Although setting season for the Angels hopes might have been high but a closer shouldn’t win the for his team, they were not so Cy Young. Roy Halladay fin- great for left handed pitcher ished second in the AL in wins Cliff Lee. and ERA but he also finished Lee did not have a won- with 11 losses. The last time derful campaign in 2007. He an American League Cy Young spent part of the season on the winner had double digit losses disabled list and spent another was in 1996. part of that season with Triple Mike Mussina won 20 A Buffalo. He struggled from games but he had a 3.37 ERA. the mound as he opened 4-9 in Only three Cy Young winners Photo By Cliff Williams his first 16 starts. have had a higher earned run Senior Kyle Adams carries the ball in OWU’s homecoming win against Kenyon. With low expectations he average. started the season as the fifth One of the better opponents By Clay Davis key. the rest of the games.” as a team and not doubt the starter for the Indians. to Lee would be Daisuke Mat- Transcript Reporter “We’ve got to concentrate Making mental mistakes plans or each other,” Koorn Halfway through the sea- suzaka. Matsuzaka finished on the plays in practice and and not controlling the foot- said. son, however, Lee was making the regular season at 18-3 and OWU football is off to a then execute them well in the ball seem to have dug the team While the team can only his name known and was able had an ERA of 2.90. Matsu- slow start, beginning the sea- game,” Snow said. into a deeper hole than they reach the .500 mark this sea- to start the All Star game for zaka gave up the same number son at 1-5 and with the only Center Jimmy Willison would have liked. son, it can make a lasting the American League. Instead of home runs but pitched 56 win coming against Kenyon believes the reason for the “We have had too many impact on OWU football, of a 4-9 start, Lee did not lose fewer innings and allowing 60 over homecoming weekend. team’s win against Kenyon turnovers and missed assign- which would allow players a game in April or June and more walks. The team is disappointed was not major changes to the ments,” long snapper Adam to feel confident in improve- started 14-2 in his first 16 deci- Lee has more wins than the with how the season has gone team, but rather putting what Koorn said. “It has been hard ments and confident in the fact sions. last four AL winners, a better thus far, but that does not they learned in practice into to keep the momentum [from the team has a great core of Lee finished the season ERA than the last seven win- mean they are giving up. For action. the Kenyon win] going.” players for the future. with the best record and the ners and a better winning per- them, it is how they finish, not “It is about execution,” The importance of making That is why, despite the best ERA in the American centage than the last twelve necessarily how they start. Willison said. “We did not basic plays, not necessarily the early struggles, the next four League. He pitched four com- winners. “We need to keep the inten- make any big changes; we just fancy double-reverses that are games are critical. plete games and earned two The Comeback Player sity up and execute our plays stuck with what we do.” regularly seen in the NFL, is “We want to win the rest of shutouts. of the Year should also win, as best as possible, like in the While the Bishops may be necessary for the Bishops to the games,” Snow said. “We Lee pitched 223 innings by a long shot, the American Kenyon game,” receiver Kyle out of the race for the NCAC turn around the season. want to win out.” and struck out 170 hitters. He League Cy Young and all Indi- Snow said. title, the team still plans to fin- “We need to get off to good Willison sees the need for allowed 12 home runs and only ans fans should be waiting “We were able to execute ish the season strong and build starts and hold onto the foot- the team to come together, walked 34 batters from his post with great anticipation until plays a lot better in that game for the future. ball,” Koorn said. “We also especially in the mist of adver- on the hill. Cliff Lee takes the mound for than in the past, and everyone Players like Willison seem need to play mistake free sity, as important as ever. These numbers earned the Tribe in the spring. gave it 100 percent to come up frustrated-- not necessarily football on offense and make “We really came together with a win.” because of their lack of wins, ‘sure’ tackles on defense.” as a team [against Kenyon] Beating a division rival is but because of the talent the Despite the costly errors, and we realized we had to crucial to any team’s success, team has. Koorn hopes the team can work together to accomplish Field Hockey recharged which may be why the Bish- “No one was playing up learn from them and grow as a what we needed to,” Willison ops are looking at the game as to their potential,” Willison team, rather than allowing the said. “We’ve got to continue the benchmark for the future. said. “Our goal was to win the mistakes to cost the team the to grow as a team to get bet- after two tough losses If the team hopes to get better, NCAC, but now our goals are rest of the season. ter. We need to keep working By Josh Powers we need to be mentally pre- the execution of plays will be to salvage the season and win “We need to stay together at it.” Transcript Reporter pared to come up with a win on Thursday.” After losing to Rochester Sophomore Erin Fleck Men’s soccer remains on top of NCAC and Wooster, the field hockey agreed with the team prospects team bounced back as they versus Kenyon. into halftime. second half, Brian Greene beat Earlham and Transylva- “I think that as a team, we The second half brought was again the hero,beating the nia. The team is now 9-4 and are looking forward to play- much of the same for both keeper from 12 yards out and has many goals they want to ing Kenyon,” Fleck said. “It’s teams, as both had a number giving the Bishops a 1-0 lead. accomplish. always exciting to beat them of opportunities, but good “(Greene) is one of our The team lost to both the first time away on their plays by both goalies kept the best competitors, and he is Wooster and Rochester 4-0, turf, but when we play them at game scoreless at the end of really showing up,” coach Jay but did not let these defeats get home, it’s a different game.” regulation. Martin said. in the way of fighting back and Though this game is very Ohio Wesleyan had a great That was the way the score beating Earlham. important, revenge on Wooster opportunity when Taylor would stay, in a game where “I think we bounced back is on the minds of everyone. Kiefer had a breakaway early the Bishops played great because we didn’t dwell on the “I cannot wait to play in the second half, only to be defense and held Wooster to losses,” sophomore Hannah Wooster,” Coughlin said. stopped on a great play by the not a single shot on goal in the Coughlin said. “If teams focus “They are a great team but I Oberlin keeper. second half. Martin praised the too much on losses, you can’t believe when we are playing The game then went into defense for their strong play. begin preparing for future our best, we are a much better overtime, but it did not take “Matt Giannetti, Phil Ser- games.” team, player for player. They long for the Bishops to capital- faty and Kevin McGowan “I think we learned from have a few outstanding play- ize. In the 97th minute, senior are all playing great, and the the experience,” Coach Marge ers, but the combined individ- back T.J. Trigg sent a ball in defense is in good shape right Redmond said. ual efforts of our players make from about 35 yards out, and now,” Martin said. “Each team plays with a us the better team.” sophomore Brian Greene was Ott was able to record his style that is not always com- This game will be important able to get a hold of it and put fourth shutout in the last five parable, so what works against not only because it’s another it in the net to give the Bish- games, and is continually one team is not necessarily league game, but because this ops the victory and keep their showing progress in goal. going to work against anoth- game will also hold everything perfect league record intact. “It was our best win of the er.” that the Bishops have worked Junior keeper Richard Ott also year, and we had a couple of The team now looks to for. racked up another shutout in chances that the keeper made focus on Kenyon College as “I think that through our the nets, saving 5 shots. great saves on, but we were they play them twice in the perseverance and our determi- “It was good to get the able to dominate the game,” next two weeks. Kenyon is nation to accomplish our goal result, especially because we Ott said. ranked in the top three teams of achieving the NCAC’s as Photo by Cliff Williams knew Oberlin was in a must- The win kept the team in the NCAC and could deter- a team, we have managed to Chad Baker prepares to cross the ball in a 1-0 victory win situation in the confer- undefeated in the NCAC, and mine how far the Bishops go let go of these past losses to over Denison. ence,” Ott said after the game. they are currently sporting a in the regular season. Wooster, and we will not let Wednesday night, the Looking to keep their 4 league record of 6-0 heading “It’s very important to them be major setbacks when By Colin Magruder Bishops hosted the Yeomen match win streak intact, the into their game against Wabash maintain our high standings playing them the second time,” Transcript Reporter of Oberlin in a tough league Bishops traveled to Wooster on Saturday night. However, by winning on Thursday,” Fleck said. matchup. on Saturday. Again, the team the team cannot look past this Coughlin said. “This win will With these goals and their The men’s soccer team The first half was full of played very well defensively, game. show the other teams in our season on the line, the field entered the fall break sporting good chances, but neither team but could not score in the first “This game is a must-win if conference that we are serious hockey team controls their own a record of 10-4, with a perfect was able to capitalize, and the half. we want the conference tour- about winning the NCAC title. destiny as they take on Kenyon record of 4-0 in NCAC play. scoreboard showed 0-0 going Just 10 minutes into the ney here,” Martin said. Kenyon is a tough team and College at home Thursday.