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THE TWENTY-FIFTH OF APRIL ,.,.. .' . A Call to Duty 00 2001 & 2002 Indiana Collegiate Press SCHOLaSTIC . ~TABLE OF ,CONTENTS. . by Mary Fay . . (/) Association News Magazine of the Year Marine Major and NO ROTC alum William INFORMED. INTELLIGENT. OUT OF THE ORDINARY. » All in the Family by Lucy Marinangeli & Elizabeth Riesterer 07 Bentley, one of the first Americans in Afghanistan during America's initial raids, » Expressions of Faith by Maureen Ritchey 10 tells of his experience patrolling the Kandahar airport. ISSUES DOLLARS » Ready to Run by Christopher Kelly 25 Color Coding » There's no Crying in Softball by Jimmy Atkinson 26 ,: by Sarah Childress 12 . COVER: Campus race relations aren't r------~ » Trendy Summer Cinema by Matt Killen 29 I, what students or the university would I PLEASE PLACE ME ON YOUR ·.:::I:f:5~(~!*~'~;,r6),!: LIST. SEND THIS FORM AND I , like them to be. What people are doing $35.00 PAYMENT TO: » Hidden Voices by Tracy Evans 32 i' and what's left to be done. I NAME: SCHOLASTIC MAGAZINE I I 315 LAFORTUNE STUDENT CENTER I Making the Big Time From the Editor 2 Out of Bounds 33 ADDRESS: NOTRE DAME, IN 46556 by Sheila Flynn . I ND Notebook 4 Week in Distortion 34 30 A Domer on the tube? NO grad. Sean - I Campus Watch 19 Calendar 35 IDwyer stars in an MTV show based on I I Splinters 23 Final Word 36 I I the movie Varsity Blues. .. '. ..' '.' ., ," . '" ". '. .' ..'. , ' .' ..•.... ,.' .' .'. '. .' '., . '.. . . . ", '. '. .

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Editor In Chief Sarah Childress Managing Editor Jessica L. Daues ------~------~-,, Executive Editor Cristin E. Fenzel News Mike Borgia Christopher Kelly Annie Robinson Campus Life Sean Dudley, editor Carolyn G. LaFave, assistant '- Sports Why Isn't Anybody Talking About Race? Gerard J. Meskill, editor Jimmy Atkinson, assistant If I know anything about race - some people assume I'm qualified because I David Murray, assistant am biracial - I know that nobody is as simple as a checkmark on a survey. Entertainment Carrie E. Sweeney, editor Race is never simple. It's hard to understand, and even harder to talk about. Tracy Evans, assistant That's why, at a campus where most of the students share a similar racial and Matt Killen, assistant socio-economic background, race becomes even an more important issue to dis Departments Jennifer Osterhage, editor cuss. But nobody's talking. Meghan Gowan, assistant Why not? Design Eric Doversberger, editor There's plenty of topics. Some students come to campus without ever having Ryan Greenberg, assistant Jessica Chamberlain spoken to a black person and find Notre Dame diverse. Some students think that Brendan Condon all blacks and Hispanics are lazy. Some students think that all whites are racists. Nick Dailey Others don't believe in mixed marriages. There are people who use racial slurs, Photography Mike McNary, editor who think that all minorities at Notre Dame were admitted merely to fill quotas Liesl Marx, assistant Beth Murphy or playa sport. ; f Lesha Zielinski But nobody wants to say those things out loud. Nobody wants to be branded ! Graphic Arts ignorant or a racist. Nobody wants to offend the person next to them, or ask the i l Maryn Necel, editor ! ! Michael M, delaRosa serious questions they want to ask. So people stumble over terms - "African i ! Matthew Ziegler look for American" or "black"? - and race-related questions. They blush, they mumble. I i Copy

'I' I' Cecilia Hadley, chief NEXT They study the floor. They feel uncomfortable. They stop talking. I Soquel Harding ISSUE That's the problem with race relations on campus. People are so afraid of step Distribution in the i I FALL ping on toes that when they finally open their mouths, their foot slips right in. ! 1 Mike McNary, manager [ ! Business They don't talk about race in relation to poverty, so when welfare comes up in ! i Jessica B. Potish, manager class, students or professors ask the black student what it's like to use food stamps. ! j Online Nobody discusses the struggles of bilingual students, so when an Hispanic stu I i Jamie L. Moran, manager i i dent receives a low grade on her paper, the professor asks whether she speaks I' Advisor See life as English at home. Mixed marriages never come up in conversation, so when people LJ Robert Franken '69 meet a biracial student, they ask, "What happened to you?" They don't mean any we see it. harm; they don't mean to make the students uncomfortable. They just don't un Disce Quasi Semper Viclurus derstand. Vive Quasi eras Morilurus Why not? Because nobody's explaining anything. -1Published biweekly at the, University of Notre Dame Why not? Because nobody's talking. r, 'and printed at Ave Maria Press, Notre Dame, IN, Scholastic attempts to break the ice on page 12 by examining how the univer 146556. The entire contents of Scholastic magazine is I , Copyright © 2002. All rights reserved. No contents of sity handles race relations. What is the administration doing to recruit and retain this magazine, either in whole or In part, may be I reproduced In any manner without written consent of minorities? Is it helping? Is itenough? What has changed since the first minor the publisher. Scholastic magazine does not assume ity arrived? And - perhaps most importantly, since most seem to agree that liability for unsolicited manuscripts or material. All A lifetime opportunity I I correspondence should.be sent to Scholastic we're decades from a racial utopia on campus - where do we go from here? Imagazine, LaFortune Student Center, Notre Dame, IN 1146556. Damn, It feels good to be a gangsta.To be I published in the next Issue, letters must be received by FOR GRADUATING SENIORS I ,5:00 p.m. Monday before the Issue. All letters must See You Next Time , I include the writer's name, address and phone number. This is the last issue of the year. I'd like to wish all the graduating seniors the I i All letters must be signed. Names will be withheld upon i request in certain Instances. Scholastic reserves the best ofluck with their future plans. For the rest of you, enjoy the summer. We'll I right to edit letters for space. Aequests for corrections I Imade more than 21 days after publication cannot be see you in August for another (liquorless) round of Notre Dame and Scholastic. : I guaranteed.The subscription rate is $35 per year. What could be better? Ii Available back Issues are $2.50 per copy; please specify volume and number, or date. Copies of the' I Iannual football review are available at $5 per copy. www.nd.edu/ ~vocation Advertising rates available on request. The opinions II expressed In Scholastic magazine are not necessarily :those of the University of Notre Dame or the student c}-{~ lJ body. Sarah Childress, Editor

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The Name Game "Now you are convinced." , I - mathematics professor, 90 Years Ago I I after explaining a complicated proof to class The university plays politics as it quietly changes a popular major's title yet again ) I Macho, Macho Men The Oct. 14, 1911 issue of the Notre Dame ANNIEROBINSON program's aim. The only change, he says, on a resume." Scholastic introduces a new feature, which will be the name, and not the major's con This year's graduating class will be the promised to have "an important bearing Ou're perusing the table of contents in "You can never find the truth in life.". tent. "We won't be making people start last to see the old "Government and Inter upon the physical condition" ofNotre Dame Y your beloved DartBook: Gender Stud - finance professor over," he says. national Studies" on their diplomas. Con students: ies ... German ... Hesburgh Program ... No ) The university's Academic Council for sidering the only other revision is the new tice anything missing? Never fear, future mally instituted the change on Jan. 17, but prefix -"POLS" - it appears this change It amounts to a thoroughexanillJ..a.tidn of lawyers and politicians, your major has not name revisions are nothing new for the de is purely a cosmetic one. 0 each of the students, and th~d61~pi'[ation been eliminated. There was no conspiracy partment. The new title is the department's "That's politically incorrect to say that anyone is 'stupid,' right? of charts showing the present stage of de behind closed doors to secretly do away with fifth revision since its 1925 inception as the Well, I'm saying it!" velopment of the boys. From a supply of the Government and International Studies Department of Economics and Politics. ) - government professor data gathered during an experience extend department. Rather, the department appears These two departments separated in 1935, ing over twelve years, [then director ofath to be getting yet another "facelift." leaving its name simply as "Politics." letics] Mr. Maris is in a position to deter Just scroll down the page until you see Lengthened to "Political Science" in 1945, mine the form of exercise which will prove "Political Science," and there you have the the name was last amended in 1964 to "Gov "Nothing attracts naked bodies quite like a reflecting pool." most beneficial to each ofthe subjects. Rules newly coined title for the "Government and ,ernment and International Studies." - overheard student to govern the exercise of each of the boys International Studies" major. As far as student reaction, Kaplan says he ) will be given, and at the end of the school "The primary reason for the change is that has not heard much student opinion on the year another examinat~on will be made and 99 percent of these departments around the change. "A year from now, this will be sec the effect of the year s work noted. country are called political science, and this ond nature, and people will be used to it by is bringing the department in line with the then," he says. Sophomore political science Could this have been the forerunner of Con norm," says Joshua Kaplan, associate direc "Good afternoon, my inferiors." major Ashley Seow approves of the change. temporary Topics? It sounds like a very tor of undergraduate government studies. - anthropology professor "It's good for the university to offer it, be ) comprehensive task. Let's hope the poor Calling 'Government and International cause at most colleges and universities it is guy got credit for his hard work ... Studies' "a little clumsy," Kaplan says the offered as political science, and most people new title more accurately reflects the are not familiar with a 'Government' title -Jennifer Osterhage

With the approach ofthe annual Blue and school during a Christmas fundraiser ... the made sure I got the assortment packs that What are the most push-ups you've ever Ten Questions Gold game and the emergence of the Day. I had a blast! It's so cool to have kids guys could pay money to let their beards have them ... I carry a box for good luck. done? with the new Leprechaun ... springtime sun, Irish eyes are shining in naturally come up and hug me. grow. I knew that the girls would really like It's a mental thing. Straight? Last year before tryouts, I think anticipation of the next football season. it because some of the Backstreet Boys had I did 80-85 in a row. But coach Tyrone Willingham won't be 00 you have any ideas of how to intimi MIKE it. Everyone said I looked just like the ND , Would you say that your new role has the only new face on the field. Michael date the other mascots? leprechaun. gotten you more attention from girls? Honestly, is that costume comfortable? Macaluso, a risingjunior from Siegfried, So far, all the mascots have been nice. I (Laughs.) I'd like to say that. girls like me will be the next to don green as the newly It's personally made to fit me, so it is. The just think my green suit, just my presence is Not just another What are you most looking forward to in anyways. But on Valentine's Day, I got an pants are lined in flannel, so they're warm in lucky guy selected ND Leprechaun. You may recall intimidating enough. (Laughs evilly.) I may the 2002 Season? anonymous valentine. But they never get Mike's appearances as the Olympic squad the cold. And I get to keep it. For every not be the biggest, but I'll find a way to kick I can't wait to be down on the field, next back to me! I want you all to know, I'm mascot at sporting events this past year. Halloween after I graduate, I'll get ~o be a their butts! to the drums, looking up at all the students single! l~prechaun! Here's what he had to tell us about making ... I can't put into wo~ds one thing. I'm the jig, er, jump, to the big time. New leprechaun, new coach, new sea excited about everything! What is your typical routine at practice? What was your most memorable moment son- any predictions? When I'm not doing something, I'm on the Olympic squad? Yes! National Champions! I can predict it i Have you seen being the mascot of NO as How do you feel about lucky charms? I. helping the cheerleaders. They are the There are so many, there is no way to like it's going to happen. This is our year I your personal calling? I had never had them. But since I was ones who do most of the work. When we narrow it down ... I once made a visit to nothing can stop us. The seed was planted senior year of high picked to be the Olympic leprachaun, I work on pyramids, that's when I come in. "Growhig Kids" day' care for St. Patrick's - Tracy Evans PHOTO BY MIKE MCNARY

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Instead, stop by the Astor's Brigid 0' Shaughnessy in the dark "What is the deal with all these bags this is a naive way to think ... but I think a ers hardly go untouched. l local video store and scour the racks to detective story about greed, lust and be everywhere?" asked freshman lot of us were brought up this way." "Some days, when the pool is busy, you i ... EXAM WEEK FOR ENGLISH rediscover some old classics. trayal. Juliette Mott's boyfriend, when he Although many freshman begin their col- have to open 10 or 12 cubbies filled with MAJORS If this year's summer blockbusters Or maybe the mere mention of first visited her at Notre Dame from the Uni clothes, watches, wallets and other miscel Or lack thereof, that is. Reason aren't too thrilling, return to the "0' Shaughnessy" conjures up too many versity of Michigan. laneous items before you find an empty No. 162 for science and engineer Hitchcockian roots of the action genre vivid stressful memories this summer, and Notes, books, calculators and laptops lit ''There is a sense of trust locker." But Ellgass isn't worried, since no ing majors not to room with Arts with North by Northwest. Famous for its you're just looking for some good sci-fi ter the tables ofthe library and the Coleman body else puts their bags under lock and key. and Letters students. classic chase scene, in which a menacing craziness. In that case, hunt down the Morse center. At South Dining Hall, quar because there is a sense "It's quite remarkable when you think plane chases Cary Grant through rural 1950s classic Earth vs. The Flying Sau ter-in quarter-out lockers are empty, while of family" about it, and maybe somewhat foolish on ALLY MCBEAL cornfields, this classic is as exciting to cers. More than just an exercise in titular backpacks andjackets pile up in open cubby my part, but until there is reason for me to CANCELLATION day as it was 40 years ------. word economy, Fly- holes and on the floor. Students save seats - Howard resident be suspicious or distrust the area, I'll prob Where else would we get to see ago. Stop by the local video ing Saucers is a great at LaFortune and North Dining Hall by toss ably keep using a lock-less locker at the Bon Jovi on a regular basis? And Or, turn to a more incarnation of the ing keys or wallets on the tables and walk pool." will he sing "Always" to Ally before store and scour the racks suspenseful film with usual alien invasion ing away. What's going on? When things do get.stolen on campus, the the show ends? lege career warily, taking the advice of par Hitchcock's The Man to rediscover old classics. plot. Though the ef Sophomore Laurie Leo doesn't think ents and college guides, most grow care Notre Dame community tends to blame Who Knew Too fects obviously don't twice about abandoning her CDs and less after a semester at Notre Dame. people outside "the family," finding it un Much. Follow an innocent American hold a candle to such modern incarnations Discman in the library while she wanders Should they be worried? believable that fellow Domers would vio ... BLUE & GOLD GAME couple as they search desperately for their as Independence Day, Flying Saucers had down to lower floors to check on her e-mail . Since January, there have been a reported late the widespread sense of trust. Now there's something to do on a kidnapped son, and ultimately discover some of the best .effects of its time. and chat with friends. 86 larcenies on campus, according to Phillip What specifically is it about the Notre Saturday afternoon again, but who -- or what -- Ambrose Chapel re The Day the Earth Stood Still provides "I guess I just figure that most people here Johnson, assistant director of campus secu Dame family that creates such a trusting" who can follow the way they keep ally is. a great twist in the plot made common in community? "I guess I would say that the score? rity. Unattended bikes, CD players, If romance is in the cards this summer, films like Flying Saucers. This time, the computers and wallets top the list of trust people have here at ND most likely set the right mood with An Affair to Remem aliens arrive on the planet equipped with stolen items on the Notre Dame cam stems from our shared faith," says sopho ber. Pairing Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr POST-MCAT a clear warning to the people of Earth. pus, he says. Despite a perceived'at more Katie Murphy. "We believe in the ba as an onscreen couple makes what is essen CELEBRATIONS Though it contains an obvious moral mes mosphere of trust, Johnson stresses sic goodness of people, and I like to think t tially a thin story into a great romance that Eight months worth of preparation sage about the dangers ofthe nuclear age, taking personal responsibility for that because of this we all share a mutual erased by eight hours of drinking. has been immortalized on film. Or try The' Earth is worth viewing if only for its un possessions. "We can close the door respect for one another and the property of African Queen, which puts acting power forgettable line, "Klaatu barada nikto." on crime by literally closing the door others." .. houses Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Whatever the case, don't settle .for and locking it," he says. The religious spirit of the Notre Dame ~ NFL DRAFT Hepburn together on a boat as they travel what's sure to be a mediocre summer at Nonetheless, the nonchalant atti community likely contributes to the He wasn't taken first round, but down the river. A classic "opposites attract" the multiplexes. Avoid the rude crowds, tude toward guarding possessions greater sense of security than they might relationship, it's still a romance that feels at least Tony Weaver was stale popcorn and surly teen-aged employ persists. Why? elsewhere. Sophomore Tiffany Mah says drafted before Eric Crouch. more natural and pure than almost anything ees and take a trip to the past at the local "I think it is all part of the Notre she feels Notre Dame students create a Hollywood has come up with since. video store. These titles might not be Dame family," says sophomore community that is so different from that But if 1950s romance is a bit too sac loaded with computer-enhanced graphics Jennifer Morgan, who lives in of her friends' colleges by truly respect charine, pick up another Bogart classic, and $20 million action heroes, but they Farley. ing one another. "Basically, I think stu The Maltese Falcon. Based on Dashiel won't cost an arm and a leg either. 0 The community atmosphere of dents here just put the 'golden rule' into dorm life is a reason why one effect -- treat others the way you'd like Howard sophomore feels comfort to be treated," she says. I DomeLights able leaving her room door un Often students don't appreciate the COMPILED BY MEG HAN GOWAN Source: Lost and Found, Campus Security Building locked. "There is a sense of trust unique sense of security at Notre Dame because there is a sense offamily," until they venture off campus to other uni she says. "If I am going to be liv versities. "Granted, Notre Dame is not Why do students feel so comfortable leaving stuff lying around? Maybe they just forget about it. According to the folks at Lost perfect, but I have been to other schools and Found, few people claim their valuables even after they have been found - including credit cards and winter coats. ing with the same girls for up to four years, I am probably going to to visit friends, and they lock their doors in the dorm if they are going down the Strangest items left unclaimed at Lost and Found: retainers CARELESS OR TRUSTWORTHY? The learn to trust them." Item most often turned in: bras and underwear from Rolfs cubbies inside of Sciuth Dining Hall are only one At the Rockne Memorial, sopho hall to visit people," Morgan says. Number of people who have claimed lost underwear: Zero - these fine garments usually end up in the trash of the many on-campus places where students more Katie Ellgass leaves her be- "I never realized exactly how lucky we are .Iea'(e belongings unguarded. ." ", longings in the cubbies without us- until' then." D

6 SCHOLASTICNOTEBOOK SCHOLASTICCAMPUS LIFE 7 t .' ~ , ' '. " " . . " . . . . '.' . '. " ',,' .' . . '. " . ". ',' '. . " -" .. :; " ". . . " . - . -;:----.. --.. '.' ..._ . . . ~.' '. ." ...... ". '. . . .,.". , .,' " '. .' . .' ." .' ';, . ,,'..! ' . . : . . i t J NOTEBOOK I Judgment Calls ENTERTAINMENT FORTNIGHTLY Opinions and observations All in the Family HOG-HEAD HOOD Does a shared sense of trust make Notre Dame a safe haven? ORNAMENTS I ; A pleasant sight on an early Matt Killen f/~§§\~i§O' i LUCYMARINANGELI & have a general sense of right and wrong," ing a lock, even though she could check out 'I morning walk past Fisher: part of his summer, forego the multiplex and Hammett's gritty detective story, Bogart's ELIZABETH RIESTERER she says. " ... There's just a general trust that one from the front desk. Ellgass does this, ! a pig carcass perched on a boat. T :I its new releases of mindless Holly Sam Spade shares the screen with Mary we will respect each other's stuff. I know she admits, in spite of the fact that the lock wood blockbusters. Instead, stop by the Astor's Brigid 0' Shaughnessy in the dark "What is the deal with all these bags this is a naive way to think ... but I think a ers hardly go untouched. l local video store and scour the racks to detective story about greed, lust and be everywhere?" asked freshman lot of us were brought up this way." "Some days, when the pool is busy, you i ... EXAM WEEK FOR ENGLISH rediscover some old classics. trayal. Juliette Mott's boyfriend, when he Although many freshman begin their col- have to open 10 or 12 cubbies filled with MAJORS If this year's summer blockbusters Or maybe the mere mention of first visited her at Notre Dame from the Uni clothes, watches, wallets and other miscel Or lack thereof, that is. Reason aren't too thrilling, return to the "0' Shaughnessy" conjures up too many versity of Michigan. laneous items before you find an empty No. 162 for science and engineer Hitchcockian roots of the action genre vivid stressful memories this summer, and Notes, books, calculators and laptops lit ''There is a sense of trust locker." But Ellgass isn't worried, since no ing majors not to room with Arts with North by Northwest. Famous for its you're just looking for some good sci-fi ter the tables ofthe library and the Coleman body else puts their bags under lock and key. and Letters students. classic chase scene, in which a menacing craziness. In that case, hunt down the Morse center. At South Dining Hall, quar because there is a sense "It's quite remarkable when you think plane chases Cary Grant through rural 1950s classic Earth vs. The Flying Sau ter-in quarter-out lockers are empty, while of family" about it, and maybe somewhat foolish on ALLY MCBEAL cornfields, this classic is as exciting to cers. More than just an exercise in titular backpacks andjackets pile up in open cubby my part, but until there is reason for me to CANCELLATION day as it was 40 years ------. word economy, Fly- holes and on the floor. Students save seats - Howard resident be suspicious or distrust the area, I'll prob Where else would we get to see ago. Stop by the local video ing Saucers is a great at LaFortune and North Dining Hall by toss ably keep using a lock-less locker at the Bon Jovi on a regular basis? And Or, turn to a more incarnation of the ing keys or wallets on the tables and walk pool." will he sing "Always" to Ally before store and scour the racks suspenseful film with usual alien invasion ing away. What's going on? When things do get.stolen on campus, the the show ends? lege career warily, taking the advice of par Hitchcock's The Man to rediscover old classics. plot. Though the ef Sophomore Laurie Leo doesn't think ents and college guides, most grow care Notre Dame community tends to blame Who Knew Too fects obviously don't twice about abandoning her CDs and less after a semester at Notre Dame. people outside "the family," finding it un Much. Follow an innocent American hold a candle to such modern incarnations Discman in the library while she wanders Should they be worried? believable that fellow Domers would vio ... BLUE & GOLD GAME couple as they search desperately for their as Independence Day, Flying Saucers had down to lower floors to check on her e-mail . Since January, there have been a reported late the widespread sense of trust. Now there's something to do on a kidnapped son, and ultimately discover some of the best .effects of its time. and chat with friends. 86 larcenies on campus, according to Phillip What specifically is it about the Notre Saturday afternoon again, but who -- or what -- Ambrose Chapel re The Day the Earth Stood Still provides "I guess I just figure that most people here Johnson, assistant director of campus secu Dame family that creates such a trusting" who can follow the way they keep ally is. a great twist in the plot made common in community? "I guess I would say that the score? rity. Unattended bikes, CD players, If romance is in the cards this summer, films like Flying Saucers. This time, the computers and wallets top the list of trust people have here at ND most likely set the right mood with An Affair to Remem aliens arrive on the planet equipped with stolen items on the Notre Dame cam stems from our shared faith," says sopho ber. Pairing Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr POST-MCAT a clear warning to the people of Earth. pus, he says. Despite a perceived'at more Katie Murphy. "We believe in the ba as an onscreen couple makes what is essen CELEBRATIONS Though it contains an obvious moral mes mosphere of trust, Johnson stresses sic goodness of people, and I like to think t tially a thin story into a great romance that Eight months worth of preparation sage about the dangers ofthe nuclear age, taking personal responsibility for that because of this we all share a mutual erased by eight hours of drinking. has been immortalized on film. Or try The' Earth is worth viewing if only for its un possessions. "We can close the door respect for one another and the property of African Queen, which puts acting power forgettable line, "Klaatu barada nikto." on crime by literally closing the door others." .. houses Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Whatever the case, don't settle .for and locking it," he says. The religious spirit of the Notre Dame ~ NFL DRAFT Hepburn together on a boat as they travel what's sure to be a mediocre summer at Nonetheless, the nonchalant atti community likely contributes to the He wasn't taken first round, but down the river. A classic "opposites attract" the multiplexes. Avoid the rude crowds, tude toward guarding possessions greater sense of security than they might relationship, it's still a romance that feels at least Tony Weaver was stale popcorn and surly teen-aged employ persists. Why? elsewhere. Sophomore Tiffany Mah says drafted before Eric Crouch. more natural and pure than almost anything ees and take a trip to the past at the local "I think it is all part of the Notre she feels Notre Dame students create a Hollywood has come up with since. video store. These titles might not be Dame family," says sophomore community that is so different from that But if 1950s romance is a bit too sac loaded with computer-enhanced graphics Jennifer Morgan, who lives in of her friends' colleges by truly respect charine, pick up another Bogart classic, and $20 million action heroes, but they Farley. ing one another. "Basically, I think stu The Maltese Falcon. Based on Dashiel won't cost an arm and a leg either. 0 The community atmosphere of dents here just put the 'golden rule' into dorm life is a reason why one effect -- treat others the way you'd like Howard sophomore feels comfort to be treated," she says. I DomeLights able leaving her room door un Often students don't appreciate the COMPILED BY MEG HAN GOWAN Source: Lost and Found, Campus Security Building locked. "There is a sense of trust unique sense of security at Notre Dame because there is a sense offamily," until they venture off campus to other uni she says. "If I am going to be liv versities. "Granted, Notre Dame is not Why do students feel so comfortable leaving stuff lying around? Maybe they just forget about it. According to the folks at Lost perfect, but I have been to other schools and Found, few people claim their valuables even after they have been found - including credit cards and winter coats. ing with the same girls for up to four years, I am probably going to to visit friends, and they lock their doors in the dorm if they are going down the Strangest items left unclaimed at Lost and Found: retainers CARELESS OR TRUSTWORTHY? The learn to trust them." Item most often turned in: bras and underwear from Rolfs cubbies inside of Sciuth Dining Hall are only one At the Rockne Memorial, sopho hall to visit people," Morgan says. Number of people who have claimed lost underwear: Zero - these fine garments usually end up in the trash of the many on-campus places where students more Katie Ellgass leaves her be- "I never realized exactly how lucky we are .Iea'(e belongings unguarded. ." ", longings in the cubbies without us- until' then." D

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MAUREENRITCHEY even recently purchased a new milkshake maker for Fr. Doyle.

t this Catholic university where theology classes are re ZAHM SPANISH MASS Aquired and crucifixes hang in every classroom, the many Further extending the universality of Catholic Masses on-cam Masses celebrated daily playa significant role in uniting pus, the Zahm Hall Chapel hosts "Misa en Espafiol," a Mass in the student body. Masses at Notre Dame give new life to the ac Spanish held every Sunday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. The celebration cepted definition of Catholicism - the myriad of services appeal presents an expression of faith that goes beyond the norm in both to students from diverse backgrounds. No Mass is exactly alike its language and its lively atmosphere. some are contemplative, some lively. Among them a few stand out Zahm Spanish Mass provides a welcoming environment, regard~ for their unique expression of faith. 'Roos in unity through faith. The camaraderie can be seen most less of whether one speaks Spanish. "You're not afraid to express clearly during the sign of peace, when the community crowds into what you're thinking or feeling at the the middle of the chapel, greeting and hugging each other. As DILLON MILKSHAKE MASS time," says freshman choir member Den As tasty as they may be, the homemade Keough freshman Joe Sweigart explains, "The peace offering sets nis Bonilla. The 50 or so people who the Mass apart by showcasing its family structure." milkshakes served after Mass are not the sole "There ,is sense of moving regularly attend Spanish Mass - almost cause for the popularity of Dillon Hall's deeper than being liberal, Despite its focus on the Keough family, the dorm's Sunday Mass 20 of whom are members of the choir offers a strong faith experience for everyone in attendance. Lively "Milkshake Mass," which takes place every conservative, Catholic, or [md themselves part of a close commu-. Thursday night at 10:30 p.m. This Mass has homilies and a talented musical group, composed of a choir and whatever" nity where fellow worshippers become several instrumentalists, are just two of the highlights that keep evolved from an intimate gathering of about friends. 30 people in years past to a much larger com - Rev. Michael Baxter, CSC regulars coming back each week. Keough Sunday Mass is not just Although a basic knowledge of the another in-hall Mass; it is a chance for any member ofthe Notre munity of approximately 150 men and Spanish language adds to the overall ex Dame community to be a part of ~ family of faith. women. Crammed into the Dillon Chapel, perience, the spirit ofthe Mass transcends they come from nearly every dorm on-cam- the words printed in the provided Span- pus, locations off-campus, and S1. Mary's to pray together. With all of these options, sounds like sleeping in on Sundays ish missal and songbook. The Mass is e~rgetic, enhanced greatly can fit back into your schedule. No longer will late Saturday nights For Senior Danielle Skorich, known for singing a meditative by the choir and guitarists. In hopes of affecting each congrega leave you cursing YOUfself during the stumble over to the Basilica hymn during Communion, the Mass conveys feelings of "intense tion member on a personal level, each component enlivens the typi- the next morning. Thanks to fellow Domers intent on tinkering prayerfulness." Enthusiastic student participation in the commu cal Sunday Mass obligation. . nal prayers of the faithful and the altar gathering of the large con~ with tried-and-true versions of Mass, you can fulfill your weekly obligation so as to leave your Sunday mornings free. D gregation during the Liturgy of the Eucharist are Mass highlights .. .KEOUGH SUNDAY MASS The students in attendance appear to harbor a deep desire to cel On Sunday nights at 10 p.m., the men of Keough come together ebrate Christ and his ongoing presence in their lives; despite indi in a demortstration of strong spiritual unity that has attracted vidual differences. "There is sense of moving deeper than being -f.., :STANDING RO.9M ONLY over~(JO Keough reSid~~ts~nd' residents of other dorms. The faithful have become a family - A visitors pack Keough. chapel for 10 p.m. Sunday nIght mas~. liberal, conservative, Catholic, or whatever," says the Rev. Michael almost 200 stud~nts have. made the Keough Sunday Mass their Baxter, CSC, a past presider at the service; own, filling all of the chapel chairs and lining the floor against Afterwards, Dillon rector, the Rev. Paul Doyle, CSC, and assis the wall. '» DRINKIN~ WI~H DOYLE On 'thursday evening~ at Mllkshake.. tants from the congregation whip up milkshakes for the congrega Keough SundayMass primarily is a gathering of friends. Keough Mass, the Dillon Hall Rector,.Father Paul Doyle; mans the '. '. tion. The students who stick around pack Dillon's first-floor lounge. . blender miicing' about 150. chocolate and vanilla,milkshak.es. rector, the Rev.· Peter Jarret, CSC, and resident priest, the Rev. Mark .' " '. .... Dillon's hall government, in support of this growing tradition, has Poorman,CSC, take turns presiding over the liturgy, leading the

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Campus dorms develop new traditions to spice up your weekly obligation

MAUREENRITCHEY even recently purchased a new milkshake maker for Fr. Doyle. t this Catholic university where theology classes are re ZAHM SPANISH MASS Aquired and crucifixes hang in every classroom, the many Further extending the universality of Catholic Masses on-cam Masses celebrated daily playa significant role in uniting pus, the Zahm Hall Chapel hosts "Misa en Espafiol," a Mass in the student body. Masses at Notre Dame give new life to the ac Spanish held every Sunday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. The celebration cepted definition of Catholicism - the myriad of services appeal presents an expression of faith that goes beyond the norm in both to students from diverse backgrounds. No Mass is exactly alike its language and its lively atmosphere. some are contemplative, some lively. Among them a few stand out Zahm Spanish Mass provides a welcoming environment, regard~ for their unique expression of faith. 'Roos in unity through faith. The camaraderie can be seen most less of whether one speaks Spanish. "You're not afraid to express clearly during the sign of peace, when the community crowds into what you're thinking or feeling at the the middle of the chapel, greeting and hugging each other. As DILLON MILKSHAKE MASS time," says freshman choir member Den As tasty as they may be, the homemade Keough freshman Joe Sweigart explains, "The peace offering sets nis Bonilla. The 50 or so people who the Mass apart by showcasing its family structure." milkshakes served after Mass are not the sole "There ,is sense of moving regularly attend Spanish Mass - almost cause for the popularity of Dillon Hall's deeper than being liberal, Despite its focus on the Keough family, the dorm's Sunday Mass 20 of whom are members of the choir offers a strong faith experience for everyone in attendance. Lively "Milkshake Mass," which takes place every conservative, Catholic, or [md themselves part of a close commu-. Thursday night at 10:30 p.m. This Mass has homilies and a talented musical group, composed of a choir and whatever" nity where fellow worshippers become several instrumentalists, are just two of the highlights that keep evolved from an intimate gathering of about friends. 30 people in years past to a much larger com - Rev. Michael Baxter, CSC regulars coming back each week. Keough Sunday Mass is not just Although a basic knowledge of the another in-hall Mass; it is a chance for any member ofthe Notre munity of approximately 150 men and Spanish language adds to the overall ex Dame community to be a part of ~ family of faith. women. Crammed into the Dillon Chapel, perience, the spirit ofthe Mass transcends they come from nearly every dorm on-cam- the words printed in the provided Span- pus, locations off-campus, and S1. Mary's to pray together. With all of these options, sounds like sleeping in on Sundays ish missal and songbook. The Mass is e~rgetic, enhanced greatly can fit back into your schedule. No longer will late Saturday nights For Senior Danielle Skorich, known for singing a meditative by the choir and guitarists. In hopes of affecting each congrega leave you cursing YOUfself during the stumble over to the Basilica hymn during Communion, the Mass conveys feelings of "intense tion member on a personal level, each component enlivens the typi- the next morning. Thanks to fellow Domers intent on tinkering prayerfulness." Enthusiastic student participation in the commu cal Sunday Mass obligation. . nal prayers of the faithful and the altar gathering of the large con~ with tried-and-true versions of Mass, you can fulfill your weekly obligation so as to leave your Sunday mornings free. D gregation during the Liturgy of the Eucharist are Mass highlights .. .KEOUGH SUNDAY MASS The students in attendance appear to harbor a deep desire to cel On Sunday nights at 10 p.m., the men of Keough come together ebrate Christ and his ongoing presence in their lives; despite indi in a demortstration of strong spiritual unity that has attracted vidual differences. "There is sense of moving deeper than being -f.., :STANDING RO.9M ONLY over~(JO Keough reSid~~ts~nd' residents of other dorms. The faithful have become a family - A visitors pack Keough. chapel for 10 p.m. Sunday nIght mas~. liberal, conservative, Catholic, or whatever," says the Rev. Michael almost 200 stud~nts have. made the Keough Sunday Mass their Baxter, CSC, a past presider at the service; own, filling all of the chapel chairs and lining the floor against Afterwards, Dillon rector, the Rev. Paul Doyle, CSC, and assis the wall. '» DRINKIN~ WI~H DOYLE On 'thursday evening~ at Mllkshake.. tants from the congregation whip up milkshakes for the congrega Keough SundayMass primarily is a gathering of friends. Keough Mass, the Dillon Hall Rector,.Father Paul Doyle; mans the '. '. tion. The students who stick around pack Dillon's first-floor lounge. . blender miicing' about 150. chocolate and vanilla,milkshak.es. rector, the Rev.· Peter Jarret, CSC, and resident priest, the Rev. Mark .' " '. .... Dillon's hall government, in support of this growing tradition, has Poorman,CSC, take turns presiding over the liturgy, leading the

10 SCHOLASTICCAMPUS LIFE SCHOLASTIC CAMPUS LIFE 11 Fifteen years after Provost Timothy Several current students who fell in love university closer to its goal to expand the O'Meara recommended the university make with the university during that weekend now percentage of minority undergraduate stu a dedicated and official commitment to im feel they were deceived by Notre Dame: dents to 20 percent in the next few years. prove race relations and diversity, the cam Some say they wish they had known what Director ofAdmissions Dan Saracino says pus still swells with testimony similar to the university was truly like - because they the department has other goals for the fresh DeLeon's from student minorities - might have gone someplace else. Others say man class as well. In addition to increasing underrepresented ethnic groups - who that it's too late for "what ifs," but that the diversity, Saracino aims to maintain its compose less than one-third of the student university needs to change its policy for the Catholic percentage, increase academic body. incoming students. quality, community service and high-school Many ofthese students come from a more "I feel like they gave an unrealistic pic involvement in the incoming freshman class. diverse background than DeLeon's, making ture of the school," says freshman Lauren This means that students who fulfill one the step into a rural, Midwestern, Catholic Berger, who is Asian and Jewish. "It's un or more category have a better chance of campus even more difficult than hers. fair to give them the image that there are catching the admission department's eye. For a national university, increasing di always minority events, when in reality there "When I see a child who is an alum child, versity - not just for the numbers, but for are, like, 500 minority students." Had she an ethnic minority, Catholic, a great athlete the education and well-being of - I get excited," Saracino its student body - ranks high says. on the "to do" list. But for Notre But he also says that stu- Dame, attracting and keeping dents of color do more than minorities in larger numbers boost statistics. "We want to might be more complicated than When I see a child who is an create a well-rounded student it seems. body," he says. " ... We learn alum child, an ethnic minority, so much from each other.... Reaching Out Catholic, a great athlete - I get My day is made when I walk For many minority students,' across campus and hear the wooing begins with an invi excited. someone speaking Spanish," tation to "Spring Visitation he adds. "It shows we're not Weekend." The university se- -Dan Saracino all the same." lects minority students who For many students of color, might otherwise be unable to af- Director of Admissions though, that's part of the ford a trip to campus and "high problem. They feel uncom talent" students who didn't mark fortable being different in a Notre Dame as their first choice. mostly homogenous atmo After a long history of underrepresentation on campus, The all-expenses paid visit pairs sphere. When DeLeon real the prospective stud«nts with minority hosts known the real statistics, however, Berger ized that she contributed to the small mi minorities have university programs to make them feel who takes them to classes, the dining-hall says she still would have come to Notre nority percentage her freshman year, she also comfortable. Will these efforts improve race relations? and campus events, and gives them a chance Dame because she enjoys the atmosphere. realized that what interested her and the cul to speak with administrators about life at Assistant to the President Chandra ture she valued was different. "I diverged Notre Dame. In recent years, the Black Fash Johnson, who is black and has worked to from the mainstream way to be at Notre ion Show, Latin Expressions and Lumpia advance the cause of all minorities on cam Dame. I got pushed to the edge of the fam Night have been planned during the same pus, says the language used for the prospec ily - not necessarily because I was a mi ike most students, junior Joyce Deleon cam~to the university weekend to present a variety of cultural tive students differs greatly than a few years nority, but because being a minority facili from white suburbia. She attended a private, Catholic high school. events for entertainp1ent. ago. They present class statistics and explain tated that." why so many cultural events are clustered No matter how well admissions was do In class and among her group of friends, the first-generation The university also coordinates the week end with the date for sending acceptance around a single weekend. ing in bringing minorities to campus, atten Filipino was one of the few colored faces in her New Jersey town. But letters, so the students who have not been "We tell them why we do that, and it's tion needed to be paid in reaching out to stu Deleon says she never felt like a minority until she came to Notre Dame. notified receive the good news when they because we are committed to doing what we dents while they were on campus. "It was really surprising when I came here," she says. ;'1 wouldn't say arrive. Admissions director Dan Saracino need to do to diversify the freshman class," Johnson says. One ofthe university's explicit Leveling the Playing Field? people are close-minded .... But it took them awhile to get comfortable says he tells them, ':1 can assure you, you were not admitted because of your color. You goals is to increase the percentage of mi When minorities first began arriving on and understand we [minorities] weren't much different." were admitted because we want you to be norities in the student body, which currently campus, according to MSPS Director Iris Within her first few weeks on campus, one student told Deleon that here." sits at 15 percent. Outlaw, they often came from lower socio she had been admitted only because of affirmative action. Now, Deleon For students who attend "Spring Viz," Whatever the language, the results are economic standings where they often were . surrounded by people of similar cultures and just shrugs. She hears ignorant or racist comments "all the time" - so much of the weekend is spent socializing. impressive. This year, 150 minority students They talk, they laugh, they make friends with were invited to the weekend. While all stu beliefs. Dropping them in the middle of ru often that they don't faze her anymore. other students of color. And most of them dent responses have not been received, the ral Indiana was quite a culture shock, Out go home crazy about Notre Dame. administration hopes this class will bring the law recalls .

.. • • .. SCHOLASTICCOVER 13 • Fifteen years after Provost Timothy Several current students who fell in love university closer to its goal to expand the O'Meara recommended the university make with the university during that weekend now percentage of minority undergraduate stu a dedicated and official commitment to im feel they were deceived by Notre Dame: dents to 20 percent in the next few years. prove race relations and diversity, the cam Some say they wish they had known what Director ofAdmissions Dan Saracino says pus still swells with testimony similar to the university was truly like - because they the department has other goals for the fresh DeLeon's from student minorities - might have gone someplace else. Others say man class as well. In addition to increasing underrepresented ethnic groups - who that it's too late for "what ifs," but that the diversity, Saracino aims to maintain its compose less than one-third of the student university needs to change its policy for the Catholic percentage, increase academic body. incoming students. quality, community service and high-school Many ofthese students come from a more "I feel like they gave an unrealistic pic involvement in the incoming freshman class. diverse background than DeLeon's, making ture of the school," says freshman Lauren This means that students who fulfill one the step into a rural, Midwestern, Catholic Berger, who is Asian and Jewish. "It's un or more category have a better chance of campus even more difficult than hers. fair to give them the image that there are catching the admission department's eye. For a national university, increasing di always minority events, when in reality there "When I see a child who is an alum child, versity - not just for the numbers, but for are, like, 500 minority students." Had she an ethnic minority, Catholic, a great athlete the education and well-being of - I get excited," Saracino its student body - ranks high says. on the "to do" list. But for Notre But he also says that stu- Dame, attracting and keeping dents of color do more than minorities in larger numbers boost statistics. "We want to might be more complicated than When I see a child who is an create a well-rounded student it seems. body," he says. " ... We learn alum child, an ethnic minority, so much from each other.... Reaching Out Catholic, a great athlete - I get My day is made when I walk For many minority students,' across campus and hear the wooing begins with an invi excited. someone speaking Spanish," tation to "Spring Visitation he adds. "It shows we're not Weekend." The university se- -Dan Saracino all the same." lects minority students who For many students of color, might otherwise be unable to af- Director of Admissions though, that's part of the ford a trip to campus and "high problem. They feel uncom talent" students who didn't mark fortable being different in a Notre Dame as their first choice. mostly homogenous atmo After a long history of underrepresentation on campus, The all-expenses paid visit pairs sphere. When DeLeon real the prospective stud«nts with minority hosts known the real statistics, however, Berger ized that she contributed to the small mi minorities have university programs to make them feel who takes them to classes, the dining-hall says she still would have come to Notre nority percentage her freshman year, she also comfortable. Will these efforts improve race relations? and campus events, and gives them a chance Dame because she enjoys the atmosphere. realized that what interested her and the cul to speak with administrators about life at Assistant to the President Chandra ture she valued was different. "I diverged Notre Dame. In recent years, the Black Fash Johnson, who is black and has worked to from the mainstream way to be at Notre ion Show, Latin Expressions and Lumpia advance the cause of all minorities on cam Dame. I got pushed to the edge of the fam Night have been planned during the same pus, says the language used for the prospec ily - not necessarily because I was a mi ike most students, junior Joyce Deleon cam~to the university weekend to present a variety of cultural tive students differs greatly than a few years nority, but because being a minority facili from white suburbia. She attended a private, Catholic high school. events for entertainp1ent. ago. They present class statistics and explain tated that." why so many cultural events are clustered No matter how well admissions was do In class and among her group of friends, the first-generation The university also coordinates the week end with the date for sending acceptance around a single weekend. ing in bringing minorities to campus, atten Filipino was one of the few colored faces in her New Jersey town. But letters, so the students who have not been "We tell them why we do that, and it's tion needed to be paid in reaching out to stu Deleon says she never felt like a minority until she came to Notre Dame. notified receive the good news when they because we are committed to doing what we dents while they were on campus. "It was really surprising when I came here," she says. ;'1 wouldn't say arrive. Admissions director Dan Saracino need to do to diversify the freshman class," Johnson says. One ofthe university's explicit Leveling the Playing Field? people are close-minded .... But it took them awhile to get comfortable says he tells them, ':1 can assure you, you were not admitted because of your color. You goals is to increase the percentage of mi When minorities first began arriving on and understand we [minorities] weren't much different." were admitted because we want you to be norities in the student body, which currently campus, according to MSPS Director Iris Within her first few weeks on campus, one student told Deleon that here." sits at 15 percent. Outlaw, they often came from lower socio she had been admitted only because of affirmative action. Now, Deleon For students who attend "Spring Viz," Whatever the language, the results are economic standings where they often were . surrounded by people of similar cultures and just shrugs. She hears ignorant or racist comments "all the time" - so much of the weekend is spent socializing. impressive. This year, 150 minority students They talk, they laugh, they make friends with were invited to the weekend. While all stu beliefs. Dropping them in the middle of ru often that they don't faze her anymore. other students of color. And most of them dent responses have not been received, the ral Indiana was quite a culture shock, Out go home crazy about Notre Dame. administration hopes this class will bring the law recalls .

.. • • .. SCHOLASTICCOVER 13 • Now, many of the minorities who attend some minority stu norities on campus. While she admits some and enroll in the same class sections to which students can donate old exams or as the university are more "mainstream" - dents to succeed students might feel marginalized by the cam gether - also are encouraged for all stu signments for reference. The MEP also of they come from backgrounds similar to the aside from the all pus' social atmosphere, Preacher believes dents, regardless of race. The college also fers an incentive for academic improvement white, upper-middle class ''Notre Dame cul student Dean's the college's efforts have answered minori offers free tutoring to all students. besides the university-wide Dean's List: Stu ture." But as DeLeon's experience shows, List honor for a ties' educational demands, citing the recent The College of Science does not offer any dents who earn a 3.0 GPA or higher are eli that doesn't mean minorities necessarily feel 3.4 GPA or higher foundation of the Institute for Latino Stud specific programs for minorities. Accord gible to receive $500 per semester for a year comfortable on campus. (now computed ies and the African-American Studies ma ing to the dean's office, "All students are in exchange for volunteering at an MEP el Outlaw's office - together with other separately by the jor.. treated alike. We feel there's equality there." ementary school program a few hours each university programming - aims to change college dean each "The colleges depend a lot of the estab The only minority-specific program in a month. To qualify for the scholarship, stu that. Her primary goal, she says, is to make semester). The lishment of programs to form the students college lies within the College of Engineer dents also must demonstrate participation in minority students feel welcome, and sec Sankofa Scholar through education, and create spaces to ad ing. The Minority Engineering Program extracurricular activities, but program direc ondly expand the minds ofmajority students. award is presented dress these special issues," she says. (MEP) serves the 79 minorities in the col tors found that most students with good For Outlaw, who has been at the univer to students of Af The Mendoza College of Business out lege. grades also are active in their community, sity for 10 years, the university has come a rican descent who lines several goals in increasing diversity, The program originally was established yielding several award-winners each year. long way in making the campus a more com earn a 3.1 GPA or though offers no race-specific programming. to combat poor retention numbers for mi On a professional level, the MEP central fortable place for minority students, in part higher. They are According to College Diversity Officer Pro norities in the college - the rate was 36 izes information about scholarship and in through their own efforts and those of white honored each se fessor Ram Ramanan, one ofthe main goals percent 15 years ago - in hopes of encour ternship applications, as well as post-gradu students (see sidebar, pg. 16). "There are mester at an hon- is to increase minority faculty in the college. aging minorities to get involved and adjust ation options. The staff helps with the job more majorities willing to be allies," she ors assembly. The college also offers courses concern to the college by providing resources on search or admittance to higher education. says. "More who feel comfortable ... inter While many ing diversity, such as a well attended lec academic, professional and personal levels. Also, the program links with top corpora acting with others." students enjoy the p~ ture series titled "Managing Differences in The program has seen success so far - tions, who often fund the monthly stipends '- Problems with race, she says, have been assembly and are the Workplace," and an ethics series that ad by 2001, minority retention had shot up to and are eager to skim off the cream-of-the significantly reduced, in part due to diver proud of the honor dresses diversity, and encourages high-pro 97 percent. crop students. Those sponsored for all three sity training across campus. it brings, one file minority speakers t6 foster discussion To improve grade-point averages, the years might have an easier time getting their Outlaw also sees more students reaching black student who at the college. program provides, among other perks, a net foot in the door with a top company. across racial barriers, she says, in part be did not wish to be Learning communities - self-selected work of hired student tutors, workshops to For junior aerospace engineer Corey Kelly cause of shifts in administrative priorities, named says that groups of students who can work together teach good study habits and a test file to and the other students who seek out the of and she applauds the university's attempt to she aims for the fice on the second floor of touch minority students on several levels - Dean's List each Fitzpatrick Hall, the MEP's academic, social and religious. semester, not the most important aspect is "I think they're talking the talk and they Sankofa award. "It serving as a home away are trying to walk the walk," she says of the makes me feel that Race by Numbers from home. administration. "I don't know if they have I'm a product of a Open 24 hours for stu full recognition of why they're doing what lower standard," STEP BY STEP MSPS Director Iris Outlaw (left) acts as a bridge between The racial composition of the 2001-2002 undergraduate student body dent use, the office's con they're doing .... It's a slow process, but it's students and administrators as both sides work to increase diversity and she says of being improve race relations on campus. ference room boasts a com happening." a Sankofa Scholar. puter, printer, TV/VCR, Before freshman year begins, the univer "It's not like it makes me feel any better vious knowledge of architecture, which is International 2.5% phone with free long dis sity already has its eye on students who about my GPA." more likely to happen among minorities, Native American 0.5% tance, copy machine, a might need a boost in the academic arena The goal was originally set at 3.0, and says school Chair C.W Westfall. small refrigerator, and because of their high school programs. raised when the number of award-winners While the school has no official program Black 3.2% printed in red on the large Balfour Hesburgh Scholars Program serves shot up within two years. "The bar will con for minorities, Westfall says he looks for Hispanic 7.5% dry-erase board, inspira about 40 students each year, providing them tinue to rise," Johnson says. "It [the award] ways to reach ~ut to the students. For ex tion: "Win the day." with free room, board and tuition for a month gives students institutional acclaim, gets ample, the school recently sent four minor Asian 4% Djrector Erica Cain to take a few non-for-credit classes and get them on a track to know they can do that." ity students to a conference for National Or Ward and Dana Marsh, pro a taste ofcollege life. Balfour is not restricted Aside from the university's general goals, gram coordinator, staff the ganization for Minority Students in Archi White 82% to minorities, although many attend the pro deans of the university's five colleges have tecture at the University of Illinois in . office and serve as mentors gram. taken their own steps to help minorities ad Champaign. and counselors for the mi When classes start, the Office of just to life at Notre Dame. Westfall also has linked with the National nority students. Multicultural Student Programs and Ser The School ofArchitecture participates in Association for Minority Architectures, the New Program Director vices has a mentoring program to pair mi the MSPS mentoring program, but also has president of which is a Notre Dame gradu Erica Cain-Ward's vision nority students with a minority faculty mem established its own program to provide as ate to bring more minority students into ar for MEP differs slightly ber and an upperclassman to help them ad sistance to all students, not just minorities. chitecture over the next 30 years. from that of the founder's. justto life at Notre Dame. Johnson says the The school pairs beginning architecture stu The College of Arts and Letters, like ar Figures rounded to nearest tenth Joy Vann-Hamilton, the program isn't mandatory, and while MSPS dents with more advanced students in order chitecture, offers no official programs for original director, "geared" encourages all colleges to get involved, the to teach the first-years and to give the older minorities. According to Assistant Dean Ava Source: Office of Multicultural the program towards mi Student'"Programs and Services mentors all are individual volunteers. students assistance with their projects. The Preacher, the college's main responsibility norities, although she said The university also offers an incentive for program gives a boost to those without pre- is to address the educational needs of mi- CHART BY RYAN GREENBERG white students seeking as-

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But as DeLeon's experience shows, List honor for a ties' educational demands, citing the recent The College of Science does not offer any dents who earn a 3.0 GPA or higher are eli that doesn't mean minorities necessarily feel 3.4 GPA or higher foundation of the Institute for Latino Stud specific programs for minorities. Accord gible to receive $500 per semester for a year comfortable on campus. (now computed ies and the African-American Studies ma ing to the dean's office, "All students are in exchange for volunteering at an MEP el Outlaw's office - together with other separately by the jor.. treated alike. We feel there's equality there." ementary school program a few hours each university programming - aims to change college dean each "The colleges depend a lot of the estab The only minority-specific program in a month. To qualify for the scholarship, stu that. Her primary goal, she says, is to make semester). The lishment of programs to form the students college lies within the College of Engineer dents also must demonstrate participation in minority students feel welcome, and sec Sankofa Scholar through education, and create spaces to ad ing. The Minority Engineering Program extracurricular activities, but program direc ondly expand the minds ofmajority students. award is presented dress these special issues," she says. (MEP) serves the 79 minorities in the col tors found that most students with good For Outlaw, who has been at the univer to students of Af The Mendoza College of Business out lege. grades also are active in their community, sity for 10 years, the university has come a rican descent who lines several goals in increasing diversity, The program originally was established yielding several award-winners each year. long way in making the campus a more com earn a 3.1 GPA or though offers no race-specific programming. to combat poor retention numbers for mi On a professional level, the MEP central fortable place for minority students, in part higher. They are According to College Diversity Officer Pro norities in the college - the rate was 36 izes information about scholarship and in through their own efforts and those of white honored each se fessor Ram Ramanan, one ofthe main goals percent 15 years ago - in hopes of encour ternship applications, as well as post-gradu students (see sidebar, pg. 16). "There are mester at an hon- is to increase minority faculty in the college. aging minorities to get involved and adjust ation options. The staff helps with the job more majorities willing to be allies," she ors assembly. The college also offers courses concern to the college by providing resources on search or admittance to higher education. says. "More who feel comfortable ... inter While many ing diversity, such as a well attended lec academic, professional and personal levels. Also, the program links with top corpora acting with others." students enjoy the p~ ture series titled "Managing Differences in The program has seen success so far - tions, who often fund the monthly stipends '- Problems with race, she says, have been assembly and are the Workplace," and an ethics series that ad by 2001, minority retention had shot up to and are eager to skim off the cream-of-the significantly reduced, in part due to diver proud of the honor dresses diversity, and encourages high-pro 97 percent. crop students. Those sponsored for all three sity training across campus. it brings, one file minority speakers t6 foster discussion To improve grade-point averages, the years might have an easier time getting their Outlaw also sees more students reaching black student who at the college. program provides, among other perks, a net foot in the door with a top company. across racial barriers, she says, in part be did not wish to be Learning communities - self-selected work of hired student tutors, workshops to For junior aerospace engineer Corey Kelly cause of shifts in administrative priorities, named says that groups of students who can work together teach good study habits and a test file to and the other students who seek out the of and she applauds the university's attempt to she aims for the fice on the second floor of touch minority students on several levels - Dean's List each Fitzpatrick Hall, the MEP's academic, social and religious. semester, not the most important aspect is "I think they're talking the talk and they Sankofa award. "It serving as a home away are trying to walk the walk," she says of the makes me feel that Race by Numbers from home. administration. "I don't know if they have I'm a product of a Open 24 hours for stu full recognition of why they're doing what lower standard," STEP BY STEP MSPS Director Iris Outlaw (left) acts as a bridge between The racial composition of the 2001-2002 undergraduate student body dent use, the office's con they're doing .... It's a slow process, but it's students and administrators as both sides work to increase diversity and she says of being improve race relations on campus. ference room boasts a com happening." a Sankofa Scholar. puter, printer, TV/VCR, Before freshman year begins, the univer "It's not like it makes me feel any better vious knowledge of architecture, which is International 2.5% phone with free long dis sity already has its eye on students who about my GPA." more likely to happen among minorities, Native American 0.5% tance, copy machine, a might need a boost in the academic arena The goal was originally set at 3.0, and says school Chair C.W Westfall. small refrigerator, and because of their high school programs. raised when the number of award-winners While the school has no official program Black 3.2% printed in red on the large Balfour Hesburgh Scholars Program serves shot up within two years. "The bar will con for minorities, Westfall says he looks for Hispanic 7.5% dry-erase board, inspira about 40 students each year, providing them tinue to rise," Johnson says. "It [the award] ways to reach ~ut to the students. For ex tion: "Win the day." with free room, board and tuition for a month gives students institutional acclaim, gets ample, the school recently sent four minor Asian 4% Djrector Erica Cain to take a few non-for-credit classes and get them on a track to know they can do that." ity students to a conference for National Or Ward and Dana Marsh, pro a taste ofcollege life. Balfour is not restricted Aside from the university's general goals, gram coordinator, staff the ganization for Minority Students in Archi White 82% to minorities, although many attend the pro deans of the university's five colleges have tecture at the University of Illinois in . office and serve as mentors gram. taken their own steps to help minorities ad Champaign. and counselors for the mi When classes start, the Office of just to life at Notre Dame. Westfall also has linked with the National nority students. Multicultural Student Programs and Ser The School ofArchitecture participates in Association for Minority Architectures, the New Program Director vices has a mentoring program to pair mi the MSPS mentoring program, but also has president of which is a Notre Dame gradu Erica Cain-Ward's vision nority students with a minority faculty mem established its own program to provide as ate to bring more minority students into ar for MEP differs slightly ber and an upperclassman to help them ad sistance to all students, not just minorities. chitecture over the next 30 years. from that of the founder's. justto life at Notre Dame. Johnson says the The school pairs beginning architecture stu The College of Arts and Letters, like ar Figures rounded to nearest tenth Joy Vann-Hamilton, the program isn't mandatory, and while MSPS dents with more advanced students in order chitecture, offers no official programs for original director, "geared" encourages all colleges to get involved, the to teach the first-years and to give the older minorities. According to Assistant Dean Ava Source: Office of Multicultural the program towards mi Student'"Programs and Services mentors all are individual volunteers. students assistance with their projects. The Preacher, the college's main responsibility norities, although she said The university also offers an incentive for program gives a boost to those without pre- is to address the educational needs of mi- CHART BY RYAN GREENBERG white students seeking as-

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sistance wouldn't be turned away. The pro should be having it. It might not be cheating separate its students. "Within the last five gram was simply designed to give an extra in literal sense of word, but really does hurt Yt'.:ars, students of color who come to us boost to those traditionally at a disadvan evetyone else." [now] don't have the same mindset. They tage, be it financial or a lack of educational When Skiven has studied with the tests, come to places like ND expecting to incor opportunity. Cain-Ward says the program he says his grades have improved. At the porate themselves in the mainstream. For a was created only for minorities. Some white same time, he knows white students who college to have something separate would students pass through the office with their never saw the tests and did poorly. send out the wrong message." minority friends, but they can't use MEP re Most residence halls have their own files, While standards and subject material can sources, she says, emphasizing the "minor compiled by residents over the years. In apply equally to everyone, socialization does ity" in Minority Engineering Program. 2000, the student senate questioned whether not, taking in culture, religion and 18 years Some minority and non-minority engi use of the files constituted an Honor Code of background. neering students worry that the MEP's re violation, but never pursued the issue in The university funds 23 "cultural" groups, dent of Coro Primavera, a choir that sings but Outlaw has see progress. She feels its ceremonies for individual majors. sources gives minorities an unfair advantage depth, partly because all students conceiv in addition to a smattering of academic primarily Spanish music, but doesn't dis time, though, for MSPS and other minority Tisby does not see the separate ceremo over whites, especially regarding the office's ably could access the files. clubs, such as the Hispanic Business Stu crimiriate among its members. Gomez groups on campus to look in a different di nies as exclusive or separatist. He plans to test files, which are restricted to minorities. The test file is listed in the MEP brochure, dents Association, for minorities. The cul stresses the club's inclusionary policy be rection. attend the African-American graduation as Kelly often uses the files, especially last but when Cain-Ward learned that the resi tural clubs receive a collective $37,287 from cause he thinks a lot of students believe cul "We need to move from dancing and sing well as that for his major, American Stud year, when he took more introductory engi dence hall files had been under suspicion, the Club Coordination Council that budgets tural groups are only for certain ethnic ing to dialogue," she says. "We want to host ies, and the College ofArts and Letters, and neering courses. He says he and his friends she expressed concern that people might for every group. Clubs for underrepresented groups. [events and programs] that are more intel sees the cultural ceremony as a "very posi benefited greatly, as his professors often re question the MEP's. The files were estab minorities also can apply for additional "It does encourage people to stick to their lectual, educational." tive thing." Part of graduation, he says, is to cycle exam questions each year. He knew lished as a student resource, she says, and amounts from MSPS. race," Gomez says of the cultural program Campus Ministry'S cross-cultural minis recognize the specific role students have what to study and what to expect, and he neither as a tool for cheating nor a crutch Larger clubs sponsor events attended by ming. "It's a double-edged sword. It's good try, which reaches across lines of race and played during their four years at the univer was consequently better prepared. for less-intelligent students. Cain-Ward a more diverse population of the student to bring unity, but at the same time it alien sexual orientation, existed before Johnson sity. Junior Kyle Skiven is a white computer wants students to view the MEP's resources body - the fashion show presented by the ates you from the rest of the population." arrived. But the newly appointed assistant "It seems like when you come to Notre science major. Although he doesn't have as a service for students. "It's just like a com Black Cultural Arts Council, for example, Because of the events he attended and clubs director has expanded the ministry to more Dame, people already have an idea of what access to the files, he has minority friends puter lab," she says. attracts more than just black students, as does he joined when he first arrived on campus, group-specific aspects, expanding on the kind of student you're going to be, whether who do. "I don't think that's right," he says. Aside from professional societies and the Latin Expressions, Lumpia Night and Asian most of Gomez's friends are Hispanic. He retreats and Masses already offered for eth it's the activities you get involved in, who "Everyone should go in with equal knowl MEP, which she says is important to incor Allure. identified with them because they shared nic groups. you associate with, the music you like ... edge of what's going to be on this test. If porate more minorities into the college, Junior Andy Gomez is a first-generation similar experiences and backgrounds. Now, religious icons with people of color And so far as college is a struggle to find one person should have it, then everyone Johnson does not encourage the schools to American from San Salvador. He is presi- "You always try to get with people of your decorate the walls of the Campus Ministry identity ... It's harder, as an African-Ameri own race and ethnicity because you feel' offices in the Coleman-Morse building. can, to shrug off expectations and those bur somewhat connected, more so than with "Students, when they walk in, are glad to dens to become your own person as freely see Our Lady of Guadalupe, or the Madonna as you might," he says. SUFR attempted to meet with the administration, but because someone else," he says, adding that those and child as Native American ... there are For Tisby, to walk across the stage before Civil Rights In the '90s the group was not recognized by the university, officials refused he met in his hall had not been exposed to them an audience. In protest, students staged a sit-in in the his culture. Now that he feels more com different ways to embrace Christ that has his whole family - whom he says are more Registrar's Office, Outlaw said. Although some minority students fortable here, Gomez can expand to meet everything to do with culture," she says. She excited than he is - the African-American acial tensions on campus flared up as recently as the fall of disagreed with SUFR's means of gaining attention, Price argued students of other races. But not all students stresses the importance of placing value on ceremony will be a celebration ofliving out R1990, when a group of minority students rallied against the that demonstrations were necessary to spur the administration to religious aspects of cultures apart from that his unique experience here. university's reluctance to develop a racial harassment policy. Stu do so, and that's what Outlaw aims to action. Each ceremony bears elements of the dents United For Respect (SUFR) was a coalition of students of all change. of the mainstream. "That's the way it works here, man," Price told Scholastic in 1991. races - minority and white - who felt the administration over For her, MSPS and its satellite programs The university puts a finishing touch on group's culture. For example, the African "You're not going to get s- until you fight for it. The students here, looked minority students. One member claimed that the university and clubs are about helping students find a the minority experience with graduation. American graduation is spiritually based, if they want something done, they're going to have to show the was more interested in cultural visibility than cultural diversity, boost Before grouping them with the rest of their with music by the Voices of Faith gospel administration how serious they are about it, or else it's not going place where they feel comfortable, where ing minorities for the number and not genuine interest. choir, while Coro Primavera performs at the to be done, that's just the type of institution this is." they can find theirniche. "That's not assimi college, MSPS pulls out interested students " ... It is an over sign of neglect and ignorance (or arrogance) that Administration finally met with SUFR to discuss its demands. lation - that's not what I'm about," she for four culturally based ceremonies: Afri Latino ceremony. a university of such global stature does not have an effective and Outlaw said that students did not understand all the "politics" be says. "It's, 'Come, be yourself, and find your can-American, Latino, Asian and Native Ultimately, Outlaw would like to host one concrete procedural mechanism for reporting and treating incidents hind the university not meeting all the demands. For example, the American. Students have a chance to hear large ceremony for all minorities, but MSPS of racism (on the campus of Notre Dame) nor has made any mate place.' " office of minority affairs could not operate independently of Stu their name called and be honored in front of currently lacks space and has difficulties co rial contribution to the idea of cultural diversity," SUFR spokespeople Outlaw has her eye on the majority popu dent Affairs, as SUFR requested. Other demands, however, such Pedro Villegas and Robert Price wrote in a letter published in the lation, too. She notes with pleasure that an as many family and friends as can find seats. ordinating all the cultures. as the expansion of multicultural space, paved the way for the siz Feb 7, 1991 issue of Scholastic. increasing number ofwhite students are join "The existence of it itself is a good thing," able MSPS office and the cultural majors and programs offered In the letter, the SUFR members pointed to the new buildings for ing the university chapter of the National says senior Jemar Tisby, who is black. "I'm Beyond the Dome through the university, as well as increased financial aid packages. ROTC and the band as a symbol of the university'S coin'mitment to thinking mainly of my family coming in, and Despite the university's attempts to make Despite SUFR's limited successes, Outlaw says the protest' Association for the Advancement of Colored those programs, and the ethnic groups' "relegated cubicle space" needed to happen to jumpstart dialogue. A new hire when SUFR People (NAACP), and attending MSPS it's going to be ... a good way for them to them feel more comfortable, alumni and in LaFortune as one overt sign of disrespect towards minorities. was formed, Outlaw became a bridge between students and the events - even iftheyare, like First Fridays, see that there are other African Americans Alumni Association member D'Juan Fran In addition to additional space for minority groups, SUFR de administration, and achieved more than the former director of mi mostly about good, free food. here, and that its a strong and supportive cisco says that many minorities felt alien manded more independence for the office of minority affairs, addi nority affairs, she says, because she worked within, not against, community." When the minority-specific ated from the student body. He cited differ- tional minority faculty, the establishment of an ethnic students de But Outlaw wants to educate the "narrow university policy. "There are different kinds of revolutions that need graduations began, white students wanteq , ences in music, religion and other interests, partment and a univerSity-wide required course in ethnic studies, minded and conservative students" as well. to happen," she says. SUFR was one of them. Now, however, it the adoption of the harassment policy and increases in financial She says it's difficult to work for change more intimate ceremonies as well. Some but also negative stereotypes. "Everyone as may be time for a different tack. aid. when the student body turns over each year, began working within the colleges to arrange sumed they were here for athletics," he says. - Sarah Childress

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Some white same time, he knows white students who college to have something separate would students pass through the office with their never saw the tests and did poorly. send out the wrong message." minority friends, but they can't use MEP re Most residence halls have their own files, While standards and subject material can sources, she says, emphasizing the "minor compiled by residents over the years. In apply equally to everyone, socialization does ity" in Minority Engineering Program. 2000, the student senate questioned whether not, taking in culture, religion and 18 years Some minority and non-minority engi use of the files constituted an Honor Code of background. neering students worry that the MEP's re violation, but never pursued the issue in The university funds 23 "cultural" groups, dent of Coro Primavera, a choir that sings but Outlaw has see progress. She feels its ceremonies for individual majors. sources gives minorities an unfair advantage depth, partly because all students conceiv in addition to a smattering of academic primarily Spanish music, but doesn't dis time, though, for MSPS and other minority Tisby does not see the separate ceremo over whites, especially regarding the office's ably could access the files. clubs, such as the Hispanic Business Stu crimiriate among its members. Gomez groups on campus to look in a different di nies as exclusive or separatist. He plans to test files, which are restricted to minorities. The test file is listed in the MEP brochure, dents Association, for minorities. The cul stresses the club's inclusionary policy be rection. attend the African-American graduation as Kelly often uses the files, especially last but when Cain-Ward learned that the resi tural clubs receive a collective $37,287 from cause he thinks a lot of students believe cul "We need to move from dancing and sing well as that for his major, American Stud year, when he took more introductory engi dence hall files had been under suspicion, the Club Coordination Council that budgets tural groups are only for certain ethnic ing to dialogue," she says. "We want to host ies, and the College ofArts and Letters, and neering courses. He says he and his friends she expressed concern that people might for every group. Clubs for underrepresented groups. [events and programs] that are more intel sees the cultural ceremony as a "very posi benefited greatly, as his professors often re question the MEP's. The files were estab minorities also can apply for additional "It does encourage people to stick to their lectual, educational." tive thing." Part of graduation, he says, is to cycle exam questions each year. He knew lished as a student resource, she says, and amounts from MSPS. race," Gomez says of the cultural program Campus Ministry'S cross-cultural minis recognize the specific role students have what to study and what to expect, and he neither as a tool for cheating nor a crutch Larger clubs sponsor events attended by ming. "It's a double-edged sword. It's good try, which reaches across lines of race and played during their four years at the univer was consequently better prepared. for less-intelligent students. Cain-Ward a more diverse population of the student to bring unity, but at the same time it alien sexual orientation, existed before Johnson sity. Junior Kyle Skiven is a white computer wants students to view the MEP's resources body - the fashion show presented by the ates you from the rest of the population." arrived. But the newly appointed assistant "It seems like when you come to Notre science major. Although he doesn't have as a service for students. "It's just like a com Black Cultural Arts Council, for example, Because of the events he attended and clubs director has expanded the ministry to more Dame, people already have an idea of what access to the files, he has minority friends puter lab," she says. attracts more than just black students, as does he joined when he first arrived on campus, group-specific aspects, expanding on the kind of student you're going to be, whether who do. "I don't think that's right," he says. Aside from professional societies and the Latin Expressions, Lumpia Night and Asian most of Gomez's friends are Hispanic. He retreats and Masses already offered for eth it's the activities you get involved in, who "Everyone should go in with equal knowl MEP, which she says is important to incor Allure. identified with them because they shared nic groups. you associate with, the music you like ... edge of what's going to be on this test. If porate more minorities into the college, Junior Andy Gomez is a first-generation similar experiences and backgrounds. Now, religious icons with people of color And so far as college is a struggle to find one person should have it, then everyone Johnson does not encourage the schools to American from San Salvador. He is presi- "You always try to get with people of your decorate the walls of the Campus Ministry identity ... It's harder, as an African-Ameri own race and ethnicity because you feel' offices in the Coleman-Morse building. can, to shrug off expectations and those bur somewhat connected, more so than with "Students, when they walk in, are glad to dens to become your own person as freely see Our Lady of Guadalupe, or the Madonna as you might," he says. SUFR attempted to meet with the administration, but because someone else," he says, adding that those and child as Native American ... there are For Tisby, to walk across the stage before Civil Rights In the '90s the group was not recognized by the university, officials refused he met in his hall had not been exposed to them an audience. In protest, students staged a sit-in in the his culture. Now that he feels more com different ways to embrace Christ that has his whole family - whom he says are more Registrar's Office, Outlaw said. Although some minority students fortable here, Gomez can expand to meet everything to do with culture," she says. She excited than he is - the African-American acial tensions on campus flared up as recently as the fall of disagreed with SUFR's means of gaining attention, Price argued students of other races. But not all students stresses the importance of placing value on ceremony will be a celebration ofliving out R1990, when a group of minority students rallied against the that demonstrations were necessary to spur the administration to religious aspects of cultures apart from that his unique experience here. university's reluctance to develop a racial harassment policy. Stu do so, and that's what Outlaw aims to action. Each ceremony bears elements of the dents United For Respect (SUFR) was a coalition of students of all change. of the mainstream. "That's the way it works here, man," Price told Scholastic in 1991. races - minority and white - who felt the administration over For her, MSPS and its satellite programs The university puts a finishing touch on group's culture. For example, the African "You're not going to get s- until you fight for it. The students here, looked minority students. One member claimed that the university and clubs are about helping students find a the minority experience with graduation. American graduation is spiritually based, if they want something done, they're going to have to show the was more interested in cultural visibility than cultural diversity, boost Before grouping them with the rest of their with music by the Voices of Faith gospel administration how serious they are about it, or else it's not going place where they feel comfortable, where ing minorities for the number and not genuine interest. choir, while Coro Primavera performs at the to be done, that's just the type of institution this is." they can find theirniche. "That's not assimi college, MSPS pulls out interested students " ... It is an over sign of neglect and ignorance (or arrogance) that Administration finally met with SUFR to discuss its demands. lation - that's not what I'm about," she for four culturally based ceremonies: Afri Latino ceremony. a university of such global stature does not have an effective and Outlaw said that students did not understand all the "politics" be says. "It's, 'Come, be yourself, and find your can-American, Latino, Asian and Native Ultimately, Outlaw would like to host one concrete procedural mechanism for reporting and treating incidents hind the university not meeting all the demands. For example, the American. Students have a chance to hear large ceremony for all minorities, but MSPS of racism (on the campus of Notre Dame) nor has made any mate place.' " office of minority affairs could not operate independently of Stu their name called and be honored in front of currently lacks space and has difficulties co rial contribution to the idea of cultural diversity," SUFR spokespeople Outlaw has her eye on the majority popu dent Affairs, as SUFR requested. Other demands, however, such Pedro Villegas and Robert Price wrote in a letter published in the lation, too. She notes with pleasure that an as many family and friends as can find seats. ordinating all the cultures. as the expansion of multicultural space, paved the way for the siz Feb 7, 1991 issue of Scholastic. increasing number ofwhite students are join "The existence of it itself is a good thing," able MSPS office and the cultural majors and programs offered In the letter, the SUFR members pointed to the new buildings for ing the university chapter of the National says senior Jemar Tisby, who is black. "I'm Beyond the Dome through the university, as well as increased financial aid packages. ROTC and the band as a symbol of the university'S coin'mitment to thinking mainly of my family coming in, and Despite the university's attempts to make Despite SUFR's limited successes, Outlaw says the protest' Association for the Advancement of Colored those programs, and the ethnic groups' "relegated cubicle space" needed to happen to jumpstart dialogue. A new hire when SUFR People (NAACP), and attending MSPS it's going to be ... a good way for them to them feel more comfortable, alumni and in LaFortune as one overt sign of disrespect towards minorities. was formed, Outlaw became a bridge between students and the events - even iftheyare, like First Fridays, see that there are other African Americans Alumni Association member D'Juan Fran In addition to additional space for minority groups, SUFR de administration, and achieved more than the former director of mi mostly about good, free food. here, and that its a strong and supportive cisco says that many minorities felt alien manded more independence for the office of minority affairs, addi nority affairs, she says, because she worked within, not against, community." When the minority-specific ated from the student body. He cited differ- tional minority faculty, the establishment of an ethnic students de But Outlaw wants to educate the "narrow university policy. "There are different kinds of revolutions that need graduations began, white students wanteq , ences in music, religion and other interests, partment and a univerSity-wide required course in ethnic studies, minded and conservative students" as well. to happen," she says. SUFR was one of them. Now, however, it the adoption of the harassment policy and increases in financial She says it's difficult to work for change more intimate ceremonies as well. Some but also negative stereotypes. "Everyone as may be time for a different tack. aid. when the student body turns over each year, began working within the colleges to arrange sumed they were here for athletics," he says. - Sarah Childress

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the association, not everyone leaves feeling a part of it." I working to encour That sense of exclusion has led DeLeon I. age inclusion. to befriend more minority students - she I I Since the institu knows they all have at least one thing in tion of the minority common and will be generally more accept boards, the associa ing of her culture. Or, at least, tolerant. tion has seen in "When people are sober and themselves, 1 creased participatioI} even if they have prejudice thinking, they by all groups in don't show it," she says. "They restrain it 1 alumni events, well." ood day, Gipplings. The Gipper The Gipper's favorite part ofthe story: The Take it easy on these kids, Bill - they're speaking to an in That doesn't mean she's given up on the Gtrusts that you are all busily en AR went home with a Res Life summons. still young. Let just one of 'em off easy for creased comfort rest of the students: DeLeon still has many gaged in a last-minute sprint to pol Sweet, sweet irony. the Gipper. level, Francisco white friends and works with majority stu ish off all those old tequila bottles you found Despite having patched this up, the Gipp says. dents through the Club Coordination Coun crusted ill Oreos behind the couch. While you're Goose! has a few threatening enemies left brood .. In admissions, cil. doing that, take one final shot for your old uncle Last weekend a group of O'Neillites ing over his fate in and around South Bend, Saracino has seen Perhaps the most complicated twist in the Gipp -lemon and all- and then have a look decided to hijack a goose. No, the Gipp and he'd like to keep his identity under children of minority problem lies in the students themselves. Jun at this latest batch. isn't talking about another tacky dining wraps until his diploma is safely in his hands alumni take an in ior Santiago Gurule is a Mexican-American, hall ornament - he's talking about a in May. So, sorry folks, but this one isn't creased interest in at but does not consider his experience at Notre Robbing the Cradle real, live, kicking bird. Apparently, the going public. Ask around, though. The tending Notre Dame. Dame a "minority" experience. Although he The Gipp'sfavorite tip involves anAR and a way to capture a goose is to feed it Gipper promises that, if you inquire in per "You can say that participates in cultural events and helps to freshman. (No,this has nothing to do with the slowly at first until it gets close, and then son, he'll tell you the truth. Accept no imi they [the parents] plan Spring Visitation, Gurule because he sort of stuff the Pope has been talking about throw a trash bag over it. And then hold tations - it's that floppy-haired-hippy were called spiteful feels such a mentality is limiting, and leads lately.) Apparently the young gents of Keenan on tight. And then put it in your buddy's turned crew-cut-Cairene, who blasts his names [while at to feelings of victimization. Hall, in a desperate attempt to escape the gray room while he is sleeping. And then wait Cake too damned loudly through the hall Notre Dame]," he Gurule's problem with race centers on the piping and gray skies under which they spend for him to wake up. way, that you've all grown so fond of. says. But in spite of apathy ofthe student body. their days, initiated a dorm-wide game of "As The poor victim (the sleeper, not the So long, and farewell, Gipplings. Don't for ALWAYS LISTENING Assistant to the President Chandra Johnson is all that, the alumni "As a community, I do not believe that sassins." The rules are as follows: Each partici goose) awoke to cascades of that sub get to take that extra shot for me, and if I'm open to minority student concerns. continue to encour- we are unified under the same causes," he pant is assigned another, whom he has to shoot stance that geese know best shooting around, I'll even take one with you. age their children to says. "Many students only feel the urgency with a dart gun within an allotted time frame. over his books, his carpet, his coffee "Many people didn't realize that some of the look at the university, he says. 'to express their voice when something di So everyone is watching his back; and trying to table ... you get the picture. The poor fel minorities got into Notre Dame because they rectly affects their social life," he says, re get someone else in the process. Apparently, low barely escaped were great students." Looking Ahead ferring to the protests against the new alco the elderly Nintendos of Keenan are all on the from his bed before In 1987, the Alumni Association con With more "mainstream" minority stu hol policy. " ... More serious issues - like blink, because some residents appear to have recruiting help in ush ducted a study to find out who didn't par dents and more tolerant white students, diversity - require too much personal en consumed themselves with the game. The ering the goose out the ticipate in alumni events. The results? Mi Johnson is optimistic about the future of race ergy and human understanding. . .. What Gipper has even heard reports of computer en window, and coating norities, women, young alumni, athletes and relations on campus. She finds the student many people fail to see is that lack of diver gineers staying in their rooms on Friday nights every surface in the graduate students. In response, officers es body so mixed that students already are open sity does affect our life here, and the divi to avoid being targeted. Unbelievable. room with bleach. tablished the Minority Alumni Network, to different ethnic groups and cultures - in sions are clear and frustrating." So, to get back to the story, the frosh in ques This is the greatest which aimed to help minorities feel they part because of the administration's efforts. Frustrating, perhaps, but hardly clear. tion had been assigned an outgoing AR as his prank the Gipper has were a part of the Notre Dame community. "When students realize their culture is Nobody seems to know for sure what the target. As the game deadline approached, the heard in a long time, The network let to three ethnically defined valued, [they] begin to respond to that. But solution really is. Some say increased diver AR decided to hop in his little gray Mazda, although at the same sub-groups: Black, Hispanic and Asian and it's got to come from the top down, and that's sity; some say Jllore classes, events or lec- conveniently parked in the building lot, and to time, he's glad he if" Pacific Islanders ofNotre Dame. The boards what happened," she says. "There's been a tures. Added faculty or a new, separate build- drive off to evade capture. However, in a dar wasn't there. recruit perspective students from their high drastic shift in campus culture." ing for MSPS, as Outlaw envisions. ing deed of action-movie delusion, the frosh schools, mentor current minority students Johnson hopes now to focus on the inter Whether these ideas and the current caught his target as he was pulling away, and Finis and meet with prospective students. In ad nal dynamics of the various ethnic groups, policies will help or hurt, perhaps the most hopped onto the roof ofthe automobile. Before saying his dition, they reach out to current minority which has begun to decay as the students important hurdle, still lies in the plea of The AR, adrenaline pumping at the threat of goodbyes, the Gipp alumni through a listserv, Web site and news branch out in the mainstream community. Ken Dunbar, former director of minority being dropped with a floppy rubber dart, drove would like to extend a letter. They establish a network for jobs and DeLeon doesn't seem as optimistic. While affairs, when he spoke about a 1991 stu madly around campus, trying to shake the frosh. (figurative) handshake housing, and encourage more participation she appreciates increased attendance by all dent protest by SUFR, a campus minor But his efforts were fruitless in the face ofsteely, of peace to his old nem in different events. races at the various cultural events and sees ity-advocate group: "Please, somebody, pre-pubescent determination, and so the AR esis, Bill Kirk. You may But Francisco, who was appointed direc less intolerance as she did as a first-year stu let's deal with racism. Let's talk about it. cleverly decided to drive to the NDSP station stand for everything the tor of the constituency groups, emphasizes dent, DeLeon gets frustrated. Let's recognize it's systemic, and that it r, and pull into a reserved spot. Amazingly, not Gipp is against, but ... the boards aren't separate from the Alumni "People don't think there's a problem," permeates most of this university and ten seconds later, a police car pulled up. The well, you were the butt Association. Heads of the groups sit on the she says. " ... People are not wanting to ac most of America." 0 unamused cop d!agged our friend the AR into of too many easy jokes alumni board and vote like the other mem cept that minorities don't feel comfortable - With reporting by Annie Robinson and his Crown Vic for some information, at which this year, and the Gipp bers. Rather, he says, the boards compliment on campus. They don't want to believe that Mike Borgia point the freshman pointed his gun in the win thinks you got more than dow and shot him in the head. your fair share of flak.

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The Gipper The Gipper's favorite part ofthe story: The Take it easy on these kids, Bill - they're speaking to an in That doesn't mean she's given up on the Gtrusts that you are all busily en AR went home with a Res Life summons. still young. Let just one of 'em off easy for creased comfort rest of the students: DeLeon still has many gaged in a last-minute sprint to pol Sweet, sweet irony. the Gipper. level, Francisco white friends and works with majority stu ish off all those old tequila bottles you found Despite having patched this up, the Gipp says. dents through the Club Coordination Coun crusted ill Oreos behind the couch. While you're Goose! has a few threatening enemies left brood .. In admissions, cil. doing that, take one final shot for your old uncle Last weekend a group of O'Neillites ing over his fate in and around South Bend, Saracino has seen Perhaps the most complicated twist in the Gipp -lemon and all- and then have a look decided to hijack a goose. No, the Gipp and he'd like to keep his identity under children of minority problem lies in the students themselves. Jun at this latest batch. isn't talking about another tacky dining wraps until his diploma is safely in his hands alumni take an in ior Santiago Gurule is a Mexican-American, hall ornament - he's talking about a in May. So, sorry folks, but this one isn't creased interest in at but does not consider his experience at Notre Robbing the Cradle real, live, kicking bird. Apparently, the going public. Ask around, though. The tending Notre Dame. Dame a "minority" experience. Although he The Gipp'sfavorite tip involves anAR and a way to capture a goose is to feed it Gipper promises that, if you inquire in per "You can say that participates in cultural events and helps to freshman. (No,this has nothing to do with the slowly at first until it gets close, and then son, he'll tell you the truth. Accept no imi they [the parents] plan Spring Visitation, Gurule because he sort of stuff the Pope has been talking about throw a trash bag over it. And then hold tations - it's that floppy-haired-hippy were called spiteful feels such a mentality is limiting, and leads lately.) Apparently the young gents of Keenan on tight. And then put it in your buddy's turned crew-cut-Cairene, who blasts his names [while at to feelings of victimization. Hall, in a desperate attempt to escape the gray room while he is sleeping. And then wait Cake too damned loudly through the hall Notre Dame]," he Gurule's problem with race centers on the piping and gray skies under which they spend for him to wake up. way, that you've all grown so fond of. says. But in spite of apathy ofthe student body. their days, initiated a dorm-wide game of "As The poor victim (the sleeper, not the So long, and farewell, Gipplings. Don't for ALWAYS LISTENING Assistant to the President Chandra Johnson is all that, the alumni "As a community, I do not believe that sassins." The rules are as follows: Each partici goose) awoke to cascades of that sub get to take that extra shot for me, and if I'm open to minority student concerns. continue to encour- we are unified under the same causes," he pant is assigned another, whom he has to shoot stance that geese know best shooting around, I'll even take one with you. age their children to says. "Many students only feel the urgency with a dart gun within an allotted time frame. over his books, his carpet, his coffee "Many people didn't realize that some of the look at the university, he says. 'to express their voice when something di So everyone is watching his back; and trying to table ... you get the picture. The poor fel minorities got into Notre Dame because they rectly affects their social life," he says, re get someone else in the process. Apparently, low barely escaped were great students." Looking Ahead ferring to the protests against the new alco the elderly Nintendos of Keenan are all on the from his bed before In 1987, the Alumni Association con With more "mainstream" minority stu hol policy. " ... More serious issues - like blink, because some residents appear to have recruiting help in ush ducted a study to find out who didn't par dents and more tolerant white students, diversity - require too much personal en consumed themselves with the game. The ering the goose out the ticipate in alumni events. The results? Mi Johnson is optimistic about the future of race ergy and human understanding. . .. What Gipper has even heard reports of computer en window, and coating norities, women, young alumni, athletes and relations on campus. She finds the student many people fail to see is that lack of diver gineers staying in their rooms on Friday nights every surface in the graduate students. In response, officers es body so mixed that students already are open sity does affect our life here, and the divi to avoid being targeted. Unbelievable. room with bleach. tablished the Minority Alumni Network, to different ethnic groups and cultures - in sions are clear and frustrating." So, to get back to the story, the frosh in ques This is the greatest which aimed to help minorities feel they part because of the administration's efforts. Frustrating, perhaps, but hardly clear. tion had been assigned an outgoing AR as his prank the Gipper has were a part of the Notre Dame community. "When students realize their culture is Nobody seems to know for sure what the target. As the game deadline approached, the heard in a long time, The network let to three ethnically defined valued, [they] begin to respond to that. But solution really is. Some say increased diver AR decided to hop in his little gray Mazda, although at the same sub-groups: Black, Hispanic and Asian and it's got to come from the top down, and that's sity; some say Jllore classes, events or lec- conveniently parked in the building lot, and to time, he's glad he if" Pacific Islanders ofNotre Dame. The boards what happened," she says. "There's been a tures. Added faculty or a new, separate build- drive off to evade capture. However, in a dar wasn't there. recruit perspective students from their high drastic shift in campus culture." ing for MSPS, as Outlaw envisions. ing deed of action-movie delusion, the frosh schools, mentor current minority students Johnson hopes now to focus on the inter Whether these ideas and the current caught his target as he was pulling away, and Finis and meet with prospective students. In ad nal dynamics of the various ethnic groups, policies will help or hurt, perhaps the most hopped onto the roof ofthe automobile. Before saying his dition, they reach out to current minority which has begun to decay as the students important hurdle, still lies in the plea of The AR, adrenaline pumping at the threat of goodbyes, the Gipp alumni through a listserv, Web site and news branch out in the mainstream community. Ken Dunbar, former director of minority being dropped with a floppy rubber dart, drove would like to extend a letter. They establish a network for jobs and DeLeon doesn't seem as optimistic. While affairs, when he spoke about a 1991 stu madly around campus, trying to shake the frosh. (figurative) handshake housing, and encourage more participation she appreciates increased attendance by all dent protest by SUFR, a campus minor But his efforts were fruitless in the face ofsteely, of peace to his old nem in different events. races at the various cultural events and sees ity-advocate group: "Please, somebody, pre-pubescent determination, and so the AR esis, Bill Kirk. You may But Francisco, who was appointed direc less intolerance as she did as a first-year stu let's deal with racism. Let's talk about it. cleverly decided to drive to the NDSP station stand for everything the tor of the constituency groups, emphasizes dent, DeLeon gets frustrated. Let's recognize it's systemic, and that it r, and pull into a reserved spot. Amazingly, not Gipp is against, but ... the boards aren't separate from the Alumni "People don't think there's a problem," permeates most of this university and ten seconds later, a police car pulled up. The well, you were the butt Association. Heads of the groups sit on the she says. " ... People are not wanting to ac most of America." 0 unamused cop d!agged our friend the AR into of too many easy jokes alumni board and vote like the other mem cept that minorities don't feel comfortable - With reporting by Annie Robinson and his Crown Vic for some information, at which this year, and the Gipp bers. Rather, he says, the boards compliment on campus. They don't want to believe that Mike Borgia point the freshman pointed his gun in the win thinks you got more than dow and shot him in the head. your fair share of flak.

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Sister Kathry.n Haas, a member of the cong.rngationof the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ. began her ministry at Notre Dame in August of1992 as the Rector of Knott Hall. Sr. Kathy Gail Bederman grew up in Highland Park, IL in the 1950s and 60s. During the 1970s, she received her BS in elementary Education from Alverno College in Milwaukee, WI in 1973 and was-among other things- a college dropout, an activist in the peace and anti-nuclear earned a Master's Degree in Pastoral Studies at Loyola University of Chicago in 1991. Prior to movements, and an actress in touring feminist theatres. At the age of 30, she gave up acting, coming to NO, Sr. Kathy taught at the elementary school level in Hammond and Mishawaka and soon thereafter found herself-improbably- in grad school where she discovered a love Indiana and in Chicago, IL. Volunteer experiences in such places as the Justice and Peace for teaching and studying history. After getting her Ph.D. in 1992, she was hired at Notre Dame Center in South Bend and an emergency center in Cincinnati were instrumental in broadening to teach U.S. Women's History. Currently, she is writing a history of early birth-control literature and diversifying her life perspective and helped prepare her for teaching at St. Augustine's in in England and the United States, 1793-1831. After ten years of teaching here, she has come Chicago, a place that was rich in its faith and parish community. Starting in 1985, Sr. Kathy to love Notre Dame, her job, and her students. The only thing she really dislikes about this served four years at the Community Growth Center in Richmond, MN and later became its great university is that we still don't have a non-discrimination policy to protect our gay, lesbian, director. While at Notre Dame, she served as Knott Hall's Rector for five years, and then was and bisexual students, faculty and staff-but she has great hopes for the future. asked to continue as the Rector of the then-new McGlinn Hall community. As Sr. Kathy puts it, .--.-.----.------.-,-~-...... -----~ .. -.--"'~-.--.---.. ~~.---,- --..~----~-.~--.~---.¥-- .. -,~------.~,....--.'-,-.--- - -~- ---~ ----~ years -fhaiTliave-6eeinarectorhave-oeenafreasure,-asmany nave-anomer me -to----- Gail Bederman: walk with them in a variety of ways during their college journey." "Her excitement and passion for her profession and responsibilities energizes students in their work. Her encouragement positively reinforces students, causing them to want to continue in their work." Sister Kathy Haas: ~ Lindsey Horvath "She does not just fulfill the requirements of being a rectress; she performs her tasks with joy and enthusiasm. Sister Kathy encourages "She has been a profound inspiration for me as one of the few women in their academic, social, and spiritual development in a variety women professors of American history here at Notre Dame." of ways" ~ Elizabeth Hayes ~ Katie Ball

Honoring Women of NCltre Dame 2001-2002 Sponsored by the University of NotreDame Women's Resource Center

For the past three years, the University of Notre Dame Women's Resource Center has sponsored the Honorln Won - so much of themselves to the University and who ceaselessly improve the community through the'r dedi t ff in of Notre Dame proJect. This project's goal Is to recognize those women In the Notre Dame community who give I ca e 9 e OIS, We would like to congratulate the following four women, who were chosen as this year's honorees. _

Colleen Knight-Santoni: Ava Preacher: "After spending even a short time with Colleen, it becomes obvious that "She has taken time out of her schedule to listen, council, and advise she approaches life with the simple yet oftentimes challenging goal to students who experience difficulty in their lives. She remembers Love All. As a young professional woman, she especially inspires the everyone or at least recognizes everyone," female students of Notre Dame." ~ Helena Pan ~ Sue Palladino

Ava Preacher is an assistant dean in the College of Arts and Letters. A member of the ------.-::..------r~ --~---r~otlre-IJarne-faculty-since-1985,--she-has-served-in·her--current-position-since-1-993,--Avais----- the pre-law advisors for all students at the University and provides general advising with the Colleen Knight Santoni has served the University at the Center for Social Concerns as College of Arts and Letters. She also certifies the graduate status for Arts and Letter its Director o~ Student Outreach for Service and Social Action for the past four years. students, reviews transfer student admissions, orients new faculty to College and University Afte~ gradu~trng from ~otre Dam.e in 1996 with a BA in Pre-professional and Spanish procedures and regulations, and serves as the faculty representative for the Truman and studies, Knight Santoni taught middle school in a Fort Worth Catholic school while Madison Scholarship nominees. Ava is a concurrent instructor of Film, Television and working on her MA in Teaching (University of Portland) through the Alliance for Catholic Theatre. She was the director of the Gender Studies program from 1990-93 and twice has Education. Colleen is a native of EI Paso, TX and currently lives in South Bend with her been honored for her service to students at the University. Ava currently serves as an husband Frank Santoni and Noah (21 months) all of whom are awaiting the arrival of elected faculty representative on the Faculty Senate and the Campus Life Council. She is a their new baby in September. member of the University Committee on Women Faculty and Students and is an advisor for three student clubs: Mock Trial, the Pre-Law Society and Campus Alliance for Rape

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The most memorable experience in my Jimbo's Jabber career at Notre Dame thus far was: being a part oflast year's Final Four On Tuesday, the softball team. won at No.4 Nebraska, 3-2 off of Liz Hartmann's three run home run in the top of My favorite hobby outside ofIacrosse the seventh, bringing its is: golf. It's always been something that overall record to 27-13. my dad and brothers have done together. RHP Steffany Stenglein, the Big East Pitcher of the I decided to attend Notre Dame: after Week, earned the win to I came on my visit senior year in high bring her record to 17-9. school. I knew this was the place I The team has now won 20 wanted to go. Plus there were a couple of their last 21 games and of guys from my high school that went are first place in the Big East with an 11-1 here. conference record .... baseball won its ninth I started playing lacrosse: when I was straight game on Sunday six. I played for the rec team by my against Seton Hall to move house. into a tie for first place in the Big East with Virginia Tech My favorite thing about Notre Dame and Boston College. Each is: the campus, but only in the fall and has a conference record of spring. It's pretty boring during the 11-6. Senior CF Steve Stanley's 4-for-9 day winter. moved him into first on the Big East all-time hits list with My favorite dining hall food is: the 141 .... On Sunday, the barbecue rib sandwiches. Those nights 10th-ranked men's tennis are pretty exciting for me. team beat Miami to clinch the school's sixth Big East To prepare for a game: I usually just sit championship of the year, tying the conference record. .0. in front of my locker and listen to Senior Casey Smith won in " - .. whatever CD is in the stereo. When we '" . both singles and doubles . ' are away I just listen to my headphones and coach Bob Bayliss - usually more relaxing music than in was honored as Big East the locker room. I don't really talk too Coach of the Year.... The much before games. men's golf team rounded out the spring schedule by IRISH My dream house: would be on a golf finishing second at the Big course - any golf course - as long as it East Championship on is right off the fairway. Sunday at the Warren golf course. Senior Steve Rattay shot a five-over par, EYES Between dogs and cats, the better pet In our "survival tying for second place, and guide" to campus life, is: definitely a dog. They are loyal, they freshman Ryan Mitchell your club or -ON respond to you and they keep a good eye finished sixth with an eight organization's on the house. over par.... Six former advertisement will football players were reach every incoming Sophomore attack Dan Berger is one ofthe most My favorite cartoons are: the selected in the NFL draft freshman this exciting playmakers on the Irish men's lacrosse summer. That's one Flintstones and Scooby Doo. My family's last weekend: DL Anthony more chance to scoop team. After showing promise in limited playing first two dogs were named Barney and Weaver (Baltimore I up new recruits - time last year, Berger was rewarded with a starting Fred. Ravens), LB Rocky I Mold without handing out Boiman (Tennessee Impressionable Young Minds.. flyers at the JACe. position this season and has emerged as a potent Titans), TE John Owens Reach the new class before Activities scorer. He leads the team with 20 goals, 24 total The best advice I have ever received (Detroit Lions), LB Tyreo i Contact Business was: play hard while you have the !. Night - Advertise in Scholastic's points, and 6 multiple-goal efforts through the Harrison (Philadelphia Freshman Issue. Manager Jessie Pot ish chance. You only get so many Eagles), WR Javin Hunter at [email protected] or first 11 contests. call 1-0594 for more opportunities and you have to take (Ravens) and WR David information. ~ . ' ~ . . advantage of them and make the most of Givens (New England . . ",", . ~ - . . ,- '" them. Patriots). 0 - David Murray SCHOLASTICSPLINTERS 23 . .-

hosted this year by Korea and Japan. Fur years. ther, I should have said it's the largest and If you don't believe that, just look at most important sporting event in the world what has happened since America hosted outside ofthe United States. In case you still the World Cup in 1994. As the host coun haven't guessed, it's the World Cup, and try, America received an automatic bid. America has qualified for a fourth consecu Surprisingly, the national team advanced RANT tive time. Only six other countries in the past the pools before being eliminated by BY GERARD MESKILL World Cup finals have a matching streak. Brazil. The fervor from' America's best Yet Americans retain the opinion that soc performance in the World Cup resulted in CHRISTOPHERKELLY because it's tough to do," says Shay. "But my demonstrates excellent team depth. Com cer is a foreign game, one that will never the institution of Major League Soccer in training is going better than last year and I'm pared to their sole qualifier of last season, harbor widespread popularity in this coun the United States. Further, the perfor oming off successful indoor sea more confident in my abilities," the Irish already have five individuals try. I'd like to know why. mance propelled America to qualify in Csons, both the men's and He acknowledges that it will be a different (Ayesha Boyd, Liz Grow, Lauren King, Jen One common observation is that soccer is 1998 and now in 2002. Ifthat isn't enough women's track teams expect to per race than last year, mainly because it will be nifer Handley and Tameisha King) and a boring, with too many low-scoring games. for you, then talk to some of the world's form well this outdoor season. Young but tal held in Baton Rouge, La. instead of Eugene, relay team qualified to compete in the There is an inkling oftruth in the statement: most ardent soccer supporters whose coun ented, the men's team placed third inthe NCAA Championships. "We had a Soccer often does have lower-scoring games tries continually fail to qualify for the 32- Big East during this past indoor season. very successful indoor season, and it than your typical American sport. How team field. They'll remind you that quali Meanwhile, the women won their indoor should be an equally successful out ever, the contention that soccer is boring is fying for the World Cup is a feat in itself. conference for the first time in their his door season," says Piane. "The purely ignorant. IfI've convinced you enough to even give tory. women are deeper than ever before." Baseball arguably is the most popular the World Cup a chance, let me point out So how good will the men's team be this Senior All-American Liz Grow game in this country, yet you will find now that America has a chance to make spring? Senior Luke Watson says that it is agrees: "We have so much talent on many Americans who will tell you that it another strong performance this year. First, hard to tell. According to Watson, there are this team that it's unbelievable. We're is a slow and boring game, with too many the United States have seven players mak two distinct ways to analyze a track team: going to make a run for Big East out pauses. If you're a baseball fan, you know ing their third appearance in the World Cup, in terms ofits depth or in terms ofthe qual door title." Americans might generally dislike that such an argument could only come giving the national team an experience ad ity of its top performers. Although she is undeniably one of soccer, but they're not giving it from a person with almost no understand vantage that it never has had before. Sec "Teamwise, this year is a learning expe the keystones of the program's suc much ofa chance. The game's not ing of the game and deserves to be admon ond, the United States received arguably rience, but at the top we are still very cess, Grow humbly praises the con any more slow-paced than ished or ignored. Yet, the same knowl the best draw in the pool selections for this strong," says Watson, a two-time All tributions made, by her teammates. edgeable baseball fan who snaps at the year's tournament. It is customary for the American in both cross country and indoor "We have lots of leaders on this baseball, and the United States is ignorant fool insulting his game often is host nation to be considered a first-tier team. track. team," she says. "It's great - they actually good at the game. just as much a fool when the subject is America's pool contains host Korea. Not The Big East meets are designed to mea expect excellence and settle for noth changed from our pastime to the world's .. only should America be able to defeat Ko sure team depth, so Watson acknowledges ing less. Everyone's intense and dedi Americans love to make fun of soccer, but rea, but being in the same pool as one of the that this might be a sub-par year for the cated." very four years, one lucky country many have no concept of the game. It is hosts assures that the United States will not Irish in their conference. "We are :very Grow qualified for the NCAA Ehosts a sports spectacle that captivates likely this reason that we find it boring in have to face one of the world's top':eight young and have many guys still develop Championship meet in the 400 meters the world for a few weeks as countries put the first place. soccer teams in its pool games. This is a ing, so I guess we're a little down this year," the past two years, and this year she aside their differences to engage in friendly A second American reason for not watch huge lift when you consider that only the'top he says. However, the NCAA Champion already has posted a qualifying time. competition. It's the largest and most im ing soccer is that the United States is not two teams in each pool advance to the sec ships only measure the elite performers, "I'm really optimistic about the 400 portant athletic competition in the world, to . good at the game. While this is not true, it ond round., With the chance to displace so from that aspect Notre Dame still is a meters. I want to compete for the na which every country aspires to send its also is a lousy argument for not paying Korea, America needs to also finish ahead nationally competitive program. "There is no Ore., the site ofthe 2001 Championships. "The tional title because that's what I expect from athletes. Of course, if you are an American, attention to a sport. Just ask any Hungarian. of either Poland or Portugal to advance. measure of depth at nationals, and with our weather will be hot and humid this year;' Shay myself," she says. you might wrongly assume that I'm refer Hungary hasn't been a soccer power for There aren't many good reasons left not talent we should perform well there," he says. says. "It will be more tactical and might turn Grow believes that the national success ring to the Olympics. more than a half century, and yet their to watch the United States in pool compe The head coach of the men's and women's into a race of attrition." of this year's performers will playa signifi I qualified the previous statement only to citizens haven't losttheirzeal for the world's tition starting June 5 against Portugal. teams, Joe Piane, is much more optimistic than In terms of team depth, however, Shay cant role in helping the Irish land top re include Americans, because the rest of the game. Furthermore, if Americans took soc And no, soccer has nothing to do with the Watson. "I think Luke is underestimating the agrees with Watson in admitting that a young cruits. "Recruits see our team unity and world knows there is a sporting event far cer seriously, ournational team likely would metric system, so that isn't a good excuse, ability of his teammates," he says. "We've had team might not perform as well in the Big East want to be a part of that," she says. more important than the Olympics,jointly exhibit substantial improvemenfwithin 10 either. 0 a very successful year so far, but I don't think Championship meet. "Our depth for some Another benefit to the futur~ ofIrish track we"ve seen the best yet. We have a returning. events might not be there, and we won't score is the relationship between the team's NCAA Champion who could repeat, we have points in some events. But Luke and I want to younger and older members. Shay believes other athletes who have the potential to be win our events at nationals, so we should per that experienced upperclassmen leaders . After winning three straight Harvard trips over all the Notre Dame arrives in one." form well there." Last season, Shay was the teach a good work ethic to young members games, ND recently has ivy on their home field as Cambridge hungry for a The NCAA Charripion, All-American se lone Irish qualifier for the men's NCAA of the team, and Watson holds that all of returned to its previous Notre Dame hands the win after two hard losses nior Ryan Shay, won the 10,000 meters at last Championship. This year, the team already has the seniors take an active role in the devel trend of tough losses. A Crimson their eighth loss to Army and Fairfield. But SPORnMEN~LACROSSE June's Championship meet. Shay's victory three athletes who have qualified. opment of the freshmen. Most seniors agree perennial lacrosse power in the last nine games, OPPONENT: HARVARD the Crimson, led by junior marked the first time that a Notre Dame ath The future looks even brighter for the that the upcoming years should be good house, Harvard won't make 11-7. Senior attack player . WHERE: CAMBRIDGE, MASS. Matt Primm, keep the lete has won an individual NCAA title since women, who seek to continue the tpomenturn ones. "I'm really, really excited about the life any easier for the Irish, Dan Berger leads the team frustrated by WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 17,12:00 1972, and he will try to repeat that feat at the gained from their indoor championship. The' future of this program," says Grow. "We handing ND its eighth loss, Irish offensive effort, dominating the Irish by a PM women managed to win the indoor title with keep growing as a team and we'll keep get 12-7. scoring five goals. score of 14-8. 2002 NCAA Championships. - Gerard Meskill - Jimmy Atkinson - Jessica Daues "You don't see many back-to-back repeats out winning a single event - a feat that ting better and better." 0 Sports Editor Assistant Sports Editor Managing Editor·

24 SCHOLASTICSPI.INTERS SCHOLASTICS PORTS 25 s hosted this year by Korea and Japan. Fur years. ther, I should have said it's the largest and If you don't believe that, just look at most important sporting event in the world what has happened since America hosted outside ofthe United States. In case you still the World Cup in 1994. As the host coun haven't guessed, it's the World Cup, and try, America received an automatic bid. America has qualified for a fourth consecu Surprisingly, the national team advanced RANT tive time. Only six other countries in the past the pools before being eliminated by BY GERARD MESKILL World Cup finals have a matching streak. Brazil. The fervor from' America's best Yet Americans retain the opinion that soc performance in the World Cup resulted in CHRISTOPHERKELLY because it's tough to do," says Shay. "But my demonstrates excellent team depth. Com cer is a foreign game, one that will never the institution of Major League Soccer in training is going better than last year and I'm pared to their sole qualifier of last season, harbor widespread popularity in this coun the United States. Further, the perfor oming off successful indoor sea more confident in my abilities," the Irish already have five individuals try. I'd like to know why. mance propelled America to qualify in Csons, both the men's and He acknowledges that it will be a different (Ayesha Boyd, Liz Grow, Lauren King, Jen One common observation is that soccer is 1998 and now in 2002. Ifthat isn't enough women's track teams expect to per race than last year, mainly because it will be nifer Handley and Tameisha King) and a boring, with too many low-scoring games. for you, then talk to some of the world's form well this outdoor season. Young but tal held in Baton Rouge, La. instead of Eugene, relay team qualified to compete in the There is an inkling oftruth in the statement: most ardent soccer supporters whose coun ented, the men's team placed third inthe NCAA Championships. "We had a Soccer often does have lower-scoring games tries continually fail to qualify for the 32- Big East during this past indoor season. very successful indoor season, and it than your typical American sport. How team field. They'll remind you that quali Meanwhile, the women won their indoor should be an equally successful out ever, the contention that soccer is boring is fying for the World Cup is a feat in itself. conference for the first time in their his door season," says Piane. "The purely ignorant. IfI've convinced you enough to even give tory. women are deeper than ever before." Baseball arguably is the most popular the World Cup a chance, let me point out So how good will the men's team be this Senior All-American Liz Grow game in this country, yet you will find now that America has a chance to make spring? Senior Luke Watson says that it is agrees: "We have so much talent on many Americans who will tell you that it another strong performance this year. First, hard to tell. According to Watson, there are this team that it's unbelievable. We're is a slow and boring game, with too many the United States have seven players mak two distinct ways to analyze a track team: going to make a run for Big East out pauses. If you're a baseball fan, you know ing their third appearance in the World Cup, in terms ofits depth or in terms ofthe qual door title." Americans might generally dislike that such an argument could only come giving the national team an experience ad ity of its top performers. Although she is undeniably one of soccer, but they're not giving it from a person with almost no understand vantage that it never has had before. Sec "Teamwise, this year is a learning expe the keystones of the program's suc much ofa chance. The game's not ing of the game and deserves to be admon ond, the United States received arguably rience, but at the top we are still very cess, Grow humbly praises the con any more slow-paced than ished or ignored. Yet, the same knowl the best draw in the pool selections for this strong," says Watson, a two-time All tributions made, by her teammates. edgeable baseball fan who snaps at the year's tournament. It is customary for the American in both cross country and indoor "We have lots of leaders on this baseball, and the United States is ignorant fool insulting his game often is host nation to be considered a first-tier team. track. team," she says. "It's great - they actually good at the game. just as much a fool when the subject is America's pool contains host Korea. Not The Big East meets are designed to mea expect excellence and settle for noth changed from our pastime to the world's .. only should America be able to defeat Ko sure team depth, so Watson acknowledges ing less. Everyone's intense and dedi Americans love to make fun of soccer, but rea, but being in the same pool as one of the that this might be a sub-par year for the cated." very four years, one lucky country many have no concept of the game. It is hosts assures that the United States will not Irish in their conference. "We are :very Grow qualified for the NCAA Ehosts a sports spectacle that captivates likely this reason that we find it boring in have to face one of the world's top':eight young and have many guys still develop Championship meet in the 400 meters the world for a few weeks as countries put the first place. soccer teams in its pool games. This is a ing, so I guess we're a little down this year," the past two years, and this year she aside their differences to engage in friendly A second American reason for not watch huge lift when you consider that only the'top he says. However, the NCAA Champion already has posted a qualifying time. competition. It's the largest and most im ing soccer is that the United States is not two teams in each pool advance to the sec ships only measure the elite performers, "I'm really optimistic about the 400 portant athletic competition in the world, to . good at the game. While this is not true, it ond round., With the chance to displace so from that aspect Notre Dame still is a meters. I want to compete for the na which every country aspires to send its also is a lousy argument for not paying Korea, America needs to also finish ahead nationally competitive program. "There is no Ore., the site ofthe 2001 Championships. "The tional title because that's what I expect from athletes. Of course, if you are an American, attention to a sport. Just ask any Hungarian. of either Poland or Portugal to advance. measure of depth at nationals, and with our weather will be hot and humid this year;' Shay myself," she says. you might wrongly assume that I'm refer Hungary hasn't been a soccer power for There aren't many good reasons left not talent we should perform well there," he says. says. "It will be more tactical and might turn Grow believes that the national success ring to the Olympics. more than a half century, and yet their to watch the United States in pool compe The head coach of the men's and women's into a race of attrition." of this year's performers will playa signifi I qualified the previous statement only to citizens haven't losttheirzeal for the world's tition starting June 5 against Portugal. teams, Joe Piane, is much more optimistic than In terms of team depth, however, Shay cant role in helping the Irish land top re include Americans, because the rest of the game. Furthermore, if Americans took soc And no, soccer has nothing to do with the Watson. "I think Luke is underestimating the agrees with Watson in admitting that a young cruits. "Recruits see our team unity and world knows there is a sporting event far cer seriously, ournational team likely would metric system, so that isn't a good excuse, ability of his teammates," he says. "We've had team might not perform as well in the Big East want to be a part of that," she says. more important than the Olympics,jointly exhibit substantial improvemenfwithin 10 either. 0 a very successful year so far, but I don't think Championship meet. "Our depth for some Another benefit to the futur~ ofIrish track we"ve seen the best yet. We have a returning. events might not be there, and we won't score is the relationship between the team's NCAA Champion who could repeat, we have points in some events. But Luke and I want to younger and older members. Shay believes other athletes who have the potential to be win our events at nationals, so we should per that experienced upperclassmen leaders . After winning three straight Harvard trips over all the Notre Dame arrives in one." form well there." Last season, Shay was the teach a good work ethic to young members games, ND recently has ivy on their home field as Cambridge hungry for a The NCAA Charripion, All-American se lone Irish qualifier for the men's NCAA of the team, and Watson holds that all of returned to its previous Notre Dame hands the win after two hard losses nior Ryan Shay, won the 10,000 meters at last Championship. This year, the team already has the seniors take an active role in the devel trend of tough losses. A Crimson their eighth loss to Army and Fairfield. But SPORnMEN~LACROSSE June's Championship meet. Shay's victory three athletes who have qualified. opment of the freshmen. Most seniors agree perennial lacrosse power in the last nine games, OPPONENT: HARVARD the Crimson, led by junior marked the first time that a Notre Dame ath The future looks even brighter for the that the upcoming years should be good house, Harvard won't make 11-7. Senior attack player . WHERE: CAMBRIDGE, MASS. Matt Primm, keep the lete has won an individual NCAA title since women, who seek to continue the tpomenturn ones. "I'm really, really excited about the life any easier for the Irish, Dan Berger leads the team frustrated by WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 17,12:00 1972, and he will try to repeat that feat at the gained from their indoor championship. The' future of this program," says Grow. "We handing ND its eighth loss, Irish offensive effort, dominating the Irish by a PM women managed to win the indoor title with keep growing as a team and we'll keep get 12-7. scoring five goals. score of 14-8. 2002 NCAA Championships. - Gerard Meskill - Jimmy Atkinson - Jessica Daues "You don't see many back-to-back repeats out winning a single event - a feat that ting better and better." 0 Sports Editor Assistant Sports Editor Managing Editor·

24 SCHOLASTICSPI.INTERS SCHOLASTICS PORTS 25 life to a once-struggling Irish ball club. The that gained the necessary knowledge to help young, inexperienced squad of the preseason Stenglein and Wisen grow into two of the top has been transformed into an intimidating and pitchers in the Big East. dominating ball club. "1 love throwing to Jarrah," Stenglein says. "We saw that we weren't playing up to our "She's helped me out so much. 1 couldn't ask potential," says junior first baseman Lisa for a better catcher to have my first year in Mattison. "We look at each other every day in college." practice and see thatwe are some ofthe best Wisen has noted Myers' expertise, saying, players in the country, so we knew that we "She'll call a pitch and I'll be thinking about could step it up." the same one. We're on the same page." Perhaps the greatest strength of the softball Also a huge factor in the turnaround is the squad this season has been its ability to step chemistry of the team. up after overcoming preseason adversity to "This is the closest team since I've been come together as a team. It couldn't have come here," says Gump£ "They really care about Leaving their at a better time, either. each other, and that makes them play harder." disappointing start behind "We're in a good rhythm, and we're peak And play harder they have. Their last three them, the Irish have ing at the right time," says coach Gurnp£ games in particular have heads turning in Freshman outfielder Megan CioIIi South Bend's direction. Last weekend, Notre rebounded to a 28-13 adds, "We are going to be a tough team to beat Dame faced Villanova, one of the best hitting record this season come playoff time." teams in the Big East, and blanked them in This is one of the big differences between two games, 10-0 and 8-0. During the double this season and last. Last year, the team header, Myers hit three home runs, becoming IMMYATKINSON brought a 51-3 record and 33-game winning the all-time home run leader at ND with 32. streak into the Big East tournament but fell to "Virginia Tech is one of the best teams in hen things were looking grim for - Seton Hall, 2-1 in the first round, -then lost the Notre Dame softball team the Big East, and to beat a team that handily -1--==------', W again to Villanova, 1-0 in the elimination means we're really coming together at the early in the season, it didn't game. Although unable to lock up any tour right time," says Mattison. bother them one bit. namentwins, theIrishstilleamedaNo.l seed Tuesday was possibly more impressive. The The Irish, 8-12 going into Big East play, ing in the NCAA regionals, but weren't able Irish defeated No.4 Nebraska, their highest - since have rattled off 20 wins in their last 21 to get past No.2 Iowa, as the Hawkeyes de ranked opponent in program history, 3-2. games, putting them atop the Big East stand Freshman Liz Hartmann's three-run home run ings and back among the toughest teams in feated Notre Dame twice, 6-0 and 6-2. So the team's slow start doesn't bother any in the top of the seventh was all the Irish the nation. On Tuesday, the Irish continued needed offensively as Gumpf returned to her their current trend, defeating the fourth-ranked one, as long as they keep winning -1ll1d hit Nebraska Cornhuskers in Lincoln, 3-2 in a ting. "After spring break our hitting really alma mater. Notre Dame had failed to defeat the Husk come-from-behind effort, setting the stage for came alive," Gumpf says. "One through nine, ers in four previous attempts. During the 1999 the last two weeks of the season. we're really strong noW." season, the senior class' freshman year, Ne Last season, the Irish softball team enjoyed Before spring break, the Irish were batting its most successful year in program history, .240 through 20 games. In the 20 games since braska defeated Notre Dame three times, in cluding twice in the NCAA regionals. But the finishing the regular season with a 51-5 record. spring break, not including the Nebraska victory on Tuesday must not have surprised Despite being awarded the No.1 seed in their game, the Irish are batting .350. Such an in the Irish in the least, considering the high level region, however, the Irish were knocked off crease in batting average is one of the many in the regional finals by Iowa. With this loss, reasons for Notre Dame's recent success. of confidence they have. Notre Dame came up one game short ofmak With this success at the plate came similar "We're going to beat them," as Mattison ing what would have been their first ever Col success on the mound, as the two freshman put it quite simply before the game. She added, lege World Series appearance. pitchers, Steffany Stenglein (17-9) and Car "As long as we stay together as a team, we rie Wisen (11-4), grew into their roles and can beat anyone." Since that setback, the team's goal has been been somewhat presumptuous, consid "Going into the season, we knew the pre gamed the experience they needed to win in Gumpf indicated before the game, "We'll to accomplish what last season's team could ering the youth and inexperience ofthe team. season was going to be tough," says senior the Big East. For Stenglein, the tough pre use [the Nebraska game] as a measuring stick not: reach the World Series. But it hasn't been The No.1 Arizona Wildcats proved too much catcher and co-captain Jarrah Myers. "We season games helped her become a better to see how we're playing right now." Follow an easy road. In the offseason, the team lost for Notre Dame in the opener, handing the could have easily gone to easier tournaments player. "Pitching against the top teams has ing the victory, the team certainly is pleased several key personnel: Five seniors graduated, Irish a 3-0 defeat. More close defeats followed and come out 20-0, but we played the best helped me a lot," she says. "There was a little with how they are currently playing. All-American pitcher Kristin Schmidt trans against some of the best competition in the teams in the nation the first few weeks. We bit of pressure, but never enough that I As for the rest of the season, the goals re ferred and Hall-of-Fame head coach Liz country. Suddenly, the Irish found themselves had a lot of tough breaks, but those losses couldn't handle. There was a good defense main the same: winning the Big East and ad Miller retired. On July 3, four-year Irish as 8-12 (1-7 against ranked teams) going into Big helped us examine where we need to be the behind me, so all I had to do was pitch the vancing to the College World Series. sistant coach Deanna Gumpf was named the East play. rest of the year." best I could." "We should be there," Ciolli says. "We all new head coach to fill Miller's shoes. But the early losses to some ofthe best com And where the Irish have been since the Catcher Jarrah Myers has been a key factor expect that." Coming into the season, the Irish were petition in the country did not get the Irish preseason is impressive. A 20-1 record since in the success of the freshmen pitchers. Dur And with the improvements that the team ranked 14th nationally, the highest preseason down. Instead, the team gained valuable les opening conference play, including a 14-game ing her sophomore and junior seasons, she continues to make from game to game, the ranking in school history. But that rating might sons and experience. win streak during one span, has brought new caught for All-American pitchers, and through World Series doesn't seem far from reach. 0

26 SCHOLASTICS PORTS SCHOLASTICSPORTS 27 life to a once-struggling Irish ball club. The that gained the necessary knowledge to help young, inexperienced squad of the preseason Stenglein and Wisen grow into two of the top has been transformed into an intimidating and pitchers in the Big East. dominating ball club. "1 love throwing to Jarrah," Stenglein says. "We saw that we weren't playing up to our "She's helped me out so much. 1 couldn't ask potential," says junior first baseman Lisa for a better catcher to have my first year in Mattison. "We look at each other every day in college." practice and see thatwe are some ofthe best Wisen has noted Myers' expertise, saying, players in the country, so we knew that we "She'll call a pitch and I'll be thinking about could step it up." the same one. We're on the same page." Perhaps the greatest strength of the softball Also a huge factor in the turnaround is the squad this season has been its ability to step chemistry of the team. up after overcoming preseason adversity to "This is the closest team since I've been come together as a team. It couldn't have come here," says Gump£ "They really care about Leaving their at a better time, either. each other, and that makes them play harder." disappointing start behind "We're in a good rhythm, and we're peak And play harder they have. Their last three them, the Irish have ing at the right time," says coach Gurnp£ games in particular have heads turning in Freshman outfielder Megan CioIIi South Bend's direction. Last weekend, Notre rebounded to a 28-13 adds, "We are going to be a tough team to beat Dame faced Villanova, one of the best hitting record this season come playoff time." teams in the Big East, and blanked them in This is one of the big differences between two games, 10-0 and 8-0. During the double this season and last. Last year, the team header, Myers hit three home runs, becoming IMMYATKINSON brought a 51-3 record and 33-game winning the all-time home run leader at ND with 32. streak into the Big East tournament but fell to "Virginia Tech is one of the best teams in hen things were looking grim for - Seton Hall, 2-1 in the first round, -then lost the Notre Dame softball team the Big East, and to beat a team that handily -1--==------', W again to Villanova, 1-0 in the elimination means we're really coming together at the early in the season, it didn't game. Although unable to lock up any tour right time," says Mattison. bother them one bit. namentwins, theIrishstilleamedaNo.l seed Tuesday was possibly more impressive. The The Irish, 8-12 going into Big East play, ing in the NCAA regionals, but weren't able Irish defeated No.4 Nebraska, their highest - since have rattled off 20 wins in their last 21 to get past No.2 Iowa, as the Hawkeyes de ranked opponent in program history, 3-2. games, putting them atop the Big East stand Freshman Liz Hartmann's three-run home run ings and back among the toughest teams in feated Notre Dame twice, 6-0 and 6-2. So the team's slow start doesn't bother any in the top of the seventh was all the Irish the nation. On Tuesday, the Irish continued needed offensively as Gumpf returned to her their current trend, defeating the fourth-ranked one, as long as they keep winning -1ll1d hit Nebraska Cornhuskers in Lincoln, 3-2 in a ting. "After spring break our hitting really alma mater. Notre Dame had failed to defeat the Husk come-from-behind effort, setting the stage for came alive," Gumpf says. "One through nine, ers in four previous attempts. During the 1999 the last two weeks of the season. we're really strong noW." season, the senior class' freshman year, Ne Last season, the Irish softball team enjoyed Before spring break, the Irish were batting its most successful year in program history, .240 through 20 games. In the 20 games since braska defeated Notre Dame three times, in cluding twice in the NCAA regionals. But the finishing the regular season with a 51-5 record. spring break, not including the Nebraska victory on Tuesday must not have surprised Despite being awarded the No.1 seed in their game, the Irish are batting .350. Such an in the Irish in the least, considering the high level region, however, the Irish were knocked off crease in batting average is one of the many in the regional finals by Iowa. With this loss, reasons for Notre Dame's recent success. of confidence they have. Notre Dame came up one game short ofmak With this success at the plate came similar "We're going to beat them," as Mattison ing what would have been their first ever Col success on the mound, as the two freshman put it quite simply before the game. She added, lege World Series appearance. pitchers, Steffany Stenglein (17-9) and Car "As long as we stay together as a team, we rie Wisen (11-4), grew into their roles and can beat anyone." Since that setback, the team's goal has been been somewhat presumptuous, consid "Going into the season, we knew the pre gamed the experience they needed to win in Gumpf indicated before the game, "We'll to accomplish what last season's team could ering the youth and inexperience ofthe team. season was going to be tough," says senior the Big East. For Stenglein, the tough pre use [the Nebraska game] as a measuring stick not: reach the World Series. But it hasn't been The No.1 Arizona Wildcats proved too much catcher and co-captain Jarrah Myers. "We season games helped her become a better to see how we're playing right now." Follow an easy road. In the offseason, the team lost for Notre Dame in the opener, handing the could have easily gone to easier tournaments player. "Pitching against the top teams has ing the victory, the team certainly is pleased several key personnel: Five seniors graduated, Irish a 3-0 defeat. More close defeats followed and come out 20-0, but we played the best helped me a lot," she says. "There was a little with how they are currently playing. All-American pitcher Kristin Schmidt trans against some of the best competition in the teams in the nation the first few weeks. We bit of pressure, but never enough that I As for the rest of the season, the goals re ferred and Hall-of-Fame head coach Liz country. Suddenly, the Irish found themselves had a lot of tough breaks, but those losses couldn't handle. There was a good defense main the same: winning the Big East and ad Miller retired. On July 3, four-year Irish as 8-12 (1-7 against ranked teams) going into Big helped us examine where we need to be the behind me, so all I had to do was pitch the vancing to the College World Series. sistant coach Deanna Gumpf was named the East play. rest of the year." best I could." "We should be there," Ciolli says. "We all new head coach to fill Miller's shoes. But the early losses to some ofthe best com And where the Irish have been since the Catcher Jarrah Myers has been a key factor expect that." Coming into the season, the Irish were petition in the country did not get the Irish preseason is impressive. A 20-1 record since in the success of the freshmen pitchers. Dur And with the improvements that the team ranked 14th nationally, the highest preseason down. Instead, the team gained valuable les opening conference play, including a 14-game ing her sophomore and junior seasons, she continues to make from game to game, the ranking in school history. But that rating might sons and experience. win streak during one span, has brought new caught for All-American pitchers, and through World Series doesn't seem far from reach. 0

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The much presents his K-19: The Widowmaker in weekend." anticipated comic book fantasy is quickly July, the few other traditional action films So when you visit the multiplex to es followed by Star Wars Episode II later coming out this summer (including The cape the suffocating summer heat, expect Ifyou or someone you love needs help or information, please call. that month. Steven Spielberg teams up Sum of All Fears and xXx) star younger long lines and high prices to see the lat with Tom Cruise in the futuristic sci-fi talent like Ben Affleck and Yin Diesel. est science-fiction epic or family-friendly action movie Minority Report in June, This has left room for a surprisingly comedy. While the crowds will be fight with the awaited Men In Black sequel hit high amount of original films this sum ing for the hottest tickets and most-but Confidential Support ting theatres on Independence Day. mer. From the director of Memento comes tery popcorn, the studios will continue In the quest for the almighty dollar, stu Insomnia. And Steven Soderbergh (Traf their struggle to stay on top and take home dios have turned to science fiction as a fic) is bringing to the screen Full Fron the brass ring - that elusive record & Assistance breaking film that achieves both critical ~'." .. ~~ way to lure the crowds. "I think there are tal, which he calls a "karmic sequel" to kind of two factors involved in this trend," his earlier hit, Sex, Lies, & Videotape. An and popular success. 0 says Professor Christine Becker in the other innovative film hitting the screens Available at Notre Dame: r------.....,...·------·--...,-·----~ Film, Television and Theatre Department. this summer is Tom Hanks' The Road to (§~m~e~ M«»vies" ,:.'Jp.ere,'.s.:the fact that you have this gen Perdition, based on an original comic I,' .. :MAY' ,I book set in Capone-era Chicago. "I think • Sr. Jean Lenz, O.S.R, Student Affairs, 1-7407 ·eral trend of "high-concept films" [which I...... 1 are] easily summarized movies that have there's definitely a market for these pic i . ;) -Sptd~rman '1 • Sr. Mary Louise Gude, C.S.C., StudentAffairs, 1-7819 something that will easily draw people tures, because you've got these tentpole ,1lO -Unfatthful ...... ' • Sylvia Dillqn, Campus Ministry, 1-7163 into theatres," such as comic-book char films that hold up huge franchises. You I, 116 -StarWars Episode II: Attack of the ,I • John Dillon, Campus Ministry, 1-7163 acters or space aliens, "but its also sequel can't put two tentpole pictures against I, . Clones ,I frenzy," she adds. "A lot of these films each other, so that leaves room for niche I. 24 - Spirit: Stallion oftheCimarron . ,I • Susan Steibe-Pasalich, Counseling Center, 1-7336 are based either as sequels or are antici films like these," says Becker. I 1 • Ann E. Thompson, HealthServices, 1-8286 pated to be the beginning of franchises." These "tentpole" pictures are the big f JUNK ,'I Another big trend to watch is family budget, heavily marketed major films that (7 -Divine Secrets ofthe Ya-Ya 'I films. With the success oflast year's Shrek each studio counts on to be their top (. .., Sisterhood·. . 'I 'I and Monster s Inc, studios are looking to grosser for the season. The movies often 1,14-Scooby-Doo. animation and family films to bring in the rake in huge sums on opening weekend, .1l4 -Windtalkers' South Bend money this summer. Animated movies which often drop off in the following [ . 21:-.Lilo:&Stitch .'. '1 like Lilo and Stitch and Spirit: Stallion of weeks. Last year, for example, Planet of , . 21~MinorityRep()rt i Cimarron will compete with retuning fare the Apes earned more than $50 million i 'I Community Resources: like Stuart Little 2 for a piece of the fam when it opened, only to drop to less than "JUlY' . ily audience. "I think the studios have dis halfthat in following weeks. "I don't see . ;) - MeninBlack2 'I covered that with a movie like Shrek this trend changing, especially because 12-.Roadto Perdition " • Women's Care Center: 234-0363 you'll get a family film that teens, adults this summer is so chock-full of these , 19.:. Stuart Little 2 . 'I • Catholic Charities: 234-3111 and children would like to see. You could tentpole pictures. This trend really hurts 1: 1l9 .-K-19:The Widowmaker Of'i get a huge audience with these family exhibitors, because they get a larger share t 26 - Austin Powers in Goldmemb~~ i films," Becker says. of the box office the longer the picture is Though Mike Myers has another Aus in theaters," Becker says. I AUGUST'j tin Powers coming this summer, this trend Another trend that is alive and well this I. 2 - Full Frontal ' i towards the family film might mean that summer is the exorbitant pri~es being 12-xXx " Goldmember will be one of the few com charged for films at the multiplex. With C16-.The M~ster ofDis~se .... ,. ·1 edies aimed at teens and adults this sea . some ticket prices topping off at 10 dol ',16 -TheAdventures~fPlutoNash .• , son. Though you can expect to see a lars this summer, don't expect to feel any '30, Possession .' .. '.' ,j couple gross-out comedies this season, relief from the studios or the theater L_,--,..;..;;.~_c~-,:,:,-,-~_--":'_...:;.--'::-~-.:-c_.j

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..'-____ ---fl- ...... •...... : MalNotre Dame Glee Club. But Dwyer soon discovered that Hollywood is not only about rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous_ Instead, a good deal of grit lies hidden beneath the glitz and glamour- "Hollywood's fun if you come out here knowing that it's a business," said Dwyer_ "People who come out with grand illusions i. that everyone out here is trying to be an artist are only going to come out disenchanted. " "There's a part of Hollywood that's very superficial, shallow and fake" he adds. \'-. "That's generally the side that doesn't work ~, - --- ... ~ -- .. ------.~. j and acts like they do." According to Dwyer; however; the lessons . SI:iEILAFLYNN Moxom (James van der Beek), after he learned at Notre Dame apply to life even in VARSITY BLUES Dwyer's show will be A RISING STAR Sean Dwyer (far left), seen here with the 1999-2000 St. Edward's Hall he Notre Dame reputation of takes over for the injured star Players, acted in Mainstage productions and majored in Film, Television and Theatre as a the legendary entertainment oasis of loosely based on the movie starring James California. T. professional success is well known. quarterback, Lance Harbor (Paul Van Der Beek student. . - . Upon graduation, Domers head off into Walker), on a West Texas high school "There's the side which is a small the. world and into the work force, pursuing football team. The film addresses community that's actually doing things," Dwyer says. "Notre Dame helped a lot - rewarding and respectable fields. They become multiple topics throughout its duration, because you have· to be professional and you doctors, lawyers, govenimerit officials, CEOs, including family and romantic professors and even MTV stars. relationships, the conflict between have to be educated." And it appears that Dwyer's education and· Yes, you read thatright: MTV stars. athletics and academics, leadership and It might not be a traditional career path friendship.' sense already have helped him significantly. He not only secured himself the part of" Stick" chosen by Domers, but one 2000 graduate The show, which has sprung from the in Varsity Blues, but also survived the cast has. added MTV Series Actor to the list of movie, will be a single-camera; half alumni professions. Sean Dwyer, a fonner hour comedy/drama, now described by downsizing. The pilot featured eight St. Edward's Hall resident, St. Edward's the coin phrase "dramedy," that will characters, but the series only will include five - and "Stick" made the cut. Hall Player and Film, Television and Theatre center around high school sports - not major, has just finished taping a piloHor an just football - and the sagas which Dwyer has high hopes that the show will survive the "weird animal" of television, MTV series called Varsity Blues, based on surround them. Most of the action will which he says often deals a quick death to the Paramount/MTV feature film which take place. off the playing field. Each shares the same name. The series and the episode will focus on a single character respectable shows while keeping lower movie deal largely with football- a subject and his or her efforts to deal with a quality series on the air for years. But his ultimate career goal does not live in perhaps uniquely appropriate for a Notre sports-related issue. Some of these· Dame alurimus. characters will he athletes, while others television acting. But Dwyer insists that there is much more simply will be affected by sports "If I could have my choice, I'd like to do my science classes weren't having it," Dwyer feature films, like indie projects," Dwyer to his show than footage of the sport and participants. In addition to offering the original screenwriter of the film Varsity filmed in Vancouver- Dwyer and the cast says. "So I switched to theater because that said. "Then you get to have more substantial characters in helmets knocking each other humor and entertainment, each episode Blues whose other credits include Patriot will travel to Canada in the second week of roles and sometimes it's not so directly around. aims to teach a life lesson. The show Games, Point Break and Under Suspicion. May to begin production. was fun." The next thing he knew ,Dwyer was acting contingent on advertising and numbers." "It won't be so much just about football," most likely will debut around the end of The program was presented to MTV . "I was kind ofsurprised how quickly things in mainstage productions and directing his But for now, working on MTV, Dwyer's Dwyer says. "It's pretty much justthe sports, July, introducing a cast of five regular executives in early De'cember, and the have come together," Dwyer admits. "It's career depends on the numbers. So when music, sex, comedy kind of thing_" actors - including Dwyer, who will company bought 13 episodes. Dwyer and been less than two years since I've been out own shows. After completing his Notre Dame theater you're bored late this summer, put on your The feature film which spurred the new play the character "Stick." the cast met personally with Brian Graden, here, and things have been moving very career, Dwyer returned to his home town of p.j.' s, pop some popcorn and flip the channel series explores the American obsession with "He's like the quirky, off-the-wall kid president of programming at MTV, in quickly." New Milford, Conn. for a month before to MTV. You might just -see a familiar face sports, especially football; and examines the who happens to be friends with all the addition to several other executives, and But Dwyer is no stranger to spontaneity moving to Los Angeles to auoition. He staring at you among rotund linebackers, response of teenage athletes to the pressures perfect jock," says Dwyer- "But he's not then MTV took over production plans. and sudden success. In fact, his entrance landed parts in several commercials and pretty-faced quarterbacks and perky, blond placed upon them. The movie's plot follows 'Screech.' He's his own person." Unlike the pilot, which was shot in Los into theater was the result of a snap decision. cheerleaders. second-string quarterback, Jonathon "Mox" The pilot was written by Peter Iliff, Angeles, the rest of the episodes will be "Freshman year, I started as pre-med and appearances on television series, acting with 0

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30 SCHOLASTICENTERTAINMENT SCHOLASTIC ENTERTAINMENT 31 '. !, i ; I I I Hidden Voices Clone Doggie Dogg? NO Opera emerges from the shadows with what may be its most promising cast This little piggie went and tore up my house TRACYEVANS eeing as this is my last OOB from London, I suppose I last week when they were saved by (are you sitting down?) a CAT. risten Moskow's voice is a crucial undergone since its creation. S should say something frightfully deep about what I have (The word "cat" is actually capitalized in the story.) When Jerry Kelement of her education'here at "There are more and more students learned from being abroad. Yes, well ... as far as writing the cat found the birds lying helplessly on his owner's lawn, he Notre Dame. "It's like being an wanting to get involved each year, and goes, I've learned it's spectacularly fun to use dry, British expres "ignored his natural instincts" and meowed to awaken his owner, athlete. Your body is your instrument, and most return again," says Resick. The num sions in my columns. For example: Use "frightfully" or "spec who eventually took the birds to a sanctuary. She proudly told the you depend on it," says Moskow, a third ber and varying difficulty of the roles tacularly" along with any ordinary word for instant sarcasm! Sun, "Most cats would have eaten them, but Jerry's a big softie. year vocal performance major. With 69 makes The Magic Flute an ideal choice' I really have come to think of London as my home during my He's not into killing things." credits required for the vocal studies ma for novices and more-experienced stu short stay here. All the same, I'll be happy to return to my real Then of course there's pet "ScandaL" That's right: "Good Pets jor, she certainly needs to be in top shape. dents. home, my family and my smelly, shaggy, spectacularly old Gone Bad." Under the headline "PIG ATE MY KITCHEN" ap Amongst the course selections in the Apeitos looks on this cast with Cockapoo, Tucker. He somehow hasn't died yet, bless him. pears the story of Mad Max, the pot-bellied pig who tore apart his music department, the ND Opera is one enthusiam. "This is certainly the best My thoughts returned my faithful pooch recently when I read owners' kitchen with his tusks, running up a 5,000-pound repair of Moskow's most challenging endeavors. we've ever had," he says. "Everyone is that researchers in Texas cloned a do- bill. The owners told the Sun, "We have Each spring, she joins majors, non-majors ideally suited to their roles." mestic cat, producing a kitten named ., .----.------.... ---", forgiven Max ... He's}ust very. playful and visiting students who audition for the The Magic Flute was not only selected Copycat. I asked myself: Could I really and likes attention. The other day he chance to work toward a full-scale oper for the unique cast, but also for its uni bring myself to siphon off a little of stuck a tusk through the hem ofmy jeans atic production, which challenges the cast versal appeal. "The Magic Flute is a work Tuck's DNA now, and then get a new and dragged me around the room." on several levels. of genius and certainly a favorite," dog whenever I please? How precious. Now guess their new "Opera is the most difficult art form. Apeitos says. "Everyone who sees it en Scandal! Absolutely not. Even pet per strategy for making Max behave when Soiiloquy, drama, music - it combines joys it, and it's very easy to understand. sonality is formed by experience. Tucker they're not home: the lot. It's very complex," says guest pro There are catchy themes and catchy ~ew up in the '80s. While he lounged A They'll keep him outside. fe~sor John Apeitos, also the opera's con tunes." on the living room floor during his for R They'll send him to piggie obedi ductor. In his eighth year of leading ND As Mozart's final opera, The Magic mative years, MTV fed him Def ence school. Opera, Apeitos brings a lifetime offamil Flute is one of the most challenging and Leppard and Bon Jovi. He was small C. They'll buy him a posh new 'iarity to the art form. He is an interna best-loved theatrical masterpieces. The when my brothers and I were small and Burberry pet coat at Harrod's. tionally recognized conductor, piano ac story has become one of the more widely took unparalleled pleasure in our pull D. They'll play him classical music. companist and violinist, serving as the recognized of the German operas, and the ing his tail. Tucker II would have the Remember that these people thought resident conductor for the National Ra message compels audiences to think be Backstreet Boys and a bunch of college that their pet dragging them around the dio Symphony of Athens, Greece. yond what they see on stage. students who are only home a third of room by the leg was "playfuL" So let's The class has a workshop-style setting, "The story is not just a fairy tale. It's a AN ENCHANTING EXAM For students the year. The result would be a pretty try to get inside their heads for a sec which affords each cast member the op commentary on humanity," says Moskow, performing in The Magic Flute, their final . evalqation takes place opening night. wussy dog with frightfully uncool hair. ond, shall we? portunity to focus on specific aspects of who, plays one of the leading women, Come to think of it, it's remarkable how AOutside? In the rain? You monster! the production in a one-on-one setting Pamina. The characters in The Magic close a similarity there is between my dog's hair and Bret RObedience school? Mind-numbing. You Fascist! with professors. The intimate size of the Flute each experience a journey of heart many school groups [are] coming. Michaels's. C. Nearly did it. But those coats are really made for dogs, and class allows the instructors to hold audi ache and deception that causes them to "Mozart's music bridges the gap. It has Anyway, I predict this story will provoke enormous public re might not have fit over Maxie-Waxie's little belly-welly! He'd be tions before selecting the spring opera. question the people they trust. Mozart deeply childlike wonder and at the same action in the UK. It is, after all, the home of Dolly the cloned scarred for life by the fitting procedure. I mean, he already has to After hearing the wide range of students' speaks to the audience about the impor time is deeply profound." sheep. Plus, people here seem to be keen on all things pet-related. deal with everyone calling him a pig. experience and talent, the decision is tance of looking beneath the surface and For students like Moskow, the experi The other day I was reading the Sun, one of Britain's most popu Oh, it just has to be D, doesn't it? Yep, the couple calls classical made to maximize participation and ac finding truth from within oneself. ence of working with The Magic Flute and lar tabloids. Following an extensive commentary on a terrycloth music their "secret weapon." I can see it now. They'll come home commodate student interest. ND Opera uses an English translation the ND Opera is ajourneythatbegins with jUmper Leonardo DiCaprio was wearing on the set of his new and he'll be listening to Beethoven, wearing a top hat, sipping tea "We are never in a position to fit a that offers a chance for the audience and the first casting call. Each student is given movie, the Sun ran a slew of animal stories. They were frightfully and eating crumpets. "Sorry about that jeans bit, old boy," he'll square peg in a round hole .... Everyone the performers to experience the story in the opportunity to develop his or her spectacular, sensational animal stories, of course. say. "Frightfully uncivilized." involved gets something to sing that is a more personal manner. "Many English unique interests in performing, while See first you've got your pet"Freaks." Page 21 features a pic Of course, there is another option: They could clone Max. Then appropriate for them," says Georgine editions are very flowery. We try to keep working toward a final exam unlike any ture offive-inch high Taz the Terrier, who weighed only one ounce he would at last have someone to play with, which might quell his Resick, a full-time vocal coach who it true to the original and not so archaic other. A flute is not necessary to see the when he was born, standing in a beer glass. Then there are your violent tendencies. Or, they might annihilate each other - spec helped initiate the program. that the audience is going to ask 'What magic behind the hidden voice of the ND "Unbelievable Pet Feats." Apparently, three birds "cheated death" tacularly. 0 Since 1991, ND Opera has produced are you talking about?' " says Moskow, Opera. 0 springtime performances for the general "You have a better idea of what you are public. In more recent years, Hansel and singing about, too .... Otherwise, there is Performances of The Magic Flute are Gretel and Xerxes have been selected for no emotion in it." on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April the'stage; This year, the challenging Resick anticipates an audience that rep 27th at 7:30 p.m., in Washington Hall. choice of Mozart's The Magic Flute sig resents all age groups and interests. "We Student tickets cost $3.00 and are avail nifies the level of growth the course has are getting feedback from families, and able at the LaFortune information desk.

32 SCHOLASTICENTERTAINMENT SCHOLASTICOUT OF BOUNDS 33 '. !, i ; I I I Hidden Voices Clone Doggie Dogg? NO Opera emerges from the shadows with what may be its most promising cast This little piggie went and tore up my house TRACYEVANS eeing as this is my last OOB from London, I suppose I last week when they were saved by (are you sitting down?) a CAT. risten Moskow's voice is a crucial undergone since its creation. S should say something frightfully deep about what I have (The word "cat" is actually capitalized in the story.) When Jerry Kelement of her education'here at "There are more and more students learned from being abroad. Yes, well ... as far as writing the cat found the birds lying helplessly on his owner's lawn, he Notre Dame. "It's like being an wanting to get involved each year, and goes, I've learned it's spectacularly fun to use dry, British expres "ignored his natural instincts" and meowed to awaken his owner, athlete. Your body is your instrument, and most return again," says Resick. The num sions in my columns. For example: Use "frightfully" or "spec who eventually took the birds to a sanctuary. She proudly told the you depend on it," says Moskow, a third ber and varying difficulty of the roles tacularly" along with any ordinary word for instant sarcasm! Sun, "Most cats would have eaten them, but Jerry's a big softie. year vocal performance major. With 69 makes The Magic Flute an ideal choice' I really have come to think of London as my home during my He's not into killing things." credits required for the vocal studies ma for novices and more-experienced stu short stay here. All the same, I'll be happy to return to my real Then of course there's pet "ScandaL" That's right: "Good Pets jor, she certainly needs to be in top shape. dents. home, my family and my smelly, shaggy, spectacularly old Gone Bad." Under the headline "PIG ATE MY KITCHEN" ap Amongst the course selections in the Apeitos looks on this cast with Cockapoo, Tucker. He somehow hasn't died yet, bless him. pears the story of Mad Max, the pot-bellied pig who tore apart his music department, the ND Opera is one enthusiam. "This is certainly the best My thoughts returned my faithful pooch recently when I read owners' kitchen with his tusks, running up a 5,000-pound repair of Moskow's most challenging endeavors. we've ever had," he says. "Everyone is that researchers in Texas cloned a do- bill. The owners told the Sun, "We have Each spring, she joins majors, non-majors ideally suited to their roles." mestic cat, producing a kitten named ., .----.------.... ---", forgiven Max ... He's}ust very. playful and visiting students who audition for the The Magic Flute was not only selected Copycat. I asked myself: Could I really and likes attention. The other day he chance to work toward a full-scale oper for the unique cast, but also for its uni bring myself to siphon off a little of stuck a tusk through the hem ofmy jeans atic production, which challenges the cast versal appeal. "The Magic Flute is a work Tuck's DNA now, and then get a new and dragged me around the room." on several levels. of genius and certainly a favorite," dog whenever I please? How precious. Now guess their new "Opera is the most difficult art form. Apeitos says. "Everyone who sees it en Scandal! Absolutely not. Even pet per strategy for making Max behave when Soiiloquy, drama, music - it combines joys it, and it's very easy to understand. sonality is formed by experience. Tucker they're not home: the lot. It's very complex," says guest pro There are catchy themes and catchy ~ew up in the '80s. While he lounged A They'll keep him outside. fe~sor John Apeitos, also the opera's con tunes." on the living room floor during his for R They'll send him to piggie obedi ductor. In his eighth year of leading ND As Mozart's final opera, The Magic mative years, MTV fed him Def ence school. Opera, Apeitos brings a lifetime offamil Flute is one of the most challenging and Leppard and Bon Jovi. He was small C. They'll buy him a posh new 'iarity to the art form. He is an interna best-loved theatrical masterpieces. The when my brothers and I were small and Burberry pet coat at Harrod's. tionally recognized conductor, piano ac story has become one of the more widely took unparalleled pleasure in our pull D. They'll play him classical music. companist and violinist, serving as the recognized of the German operas, and the ing his tail. Tucker II would have the Remember that these people thought resident conductor for the National Ra message compels audiences to think be Backstreet Boys and a bunch of college that their pet dragging them around the dio Symphony of Athens, Greece. yond what they see on stage. students who are only home a third of room by the leg was "playfuL" So let's The class has a workshop-style setting, "The story is not just a fairy tale. It's a AN ENCHANTING EXAM For students the year. The result would be a pretty try to get inside their heads for a sec which affords each cast member the op commentary on humanity," says Moskow, performing in The Magic Flute, their final . evalqation takes place opening night. wussy dog with frightfully uncool hair. ond, shall we? portunity to focus on specific aspects of who, plays one of the leading women, Come to think of it, it's remarkable how AOutside? In the rain? You monster! the production in a one-on-one setting Pamina. The characters in The Magic close a similarity there is between my dog's hair and Bret RObedience school? Mind-numbing. You Fascist! with professors. The intimate size of the Flute each experience a journey of heart many school groups [are] coming. Michaels's. C. Nearly did it. But those coats are really made for dogs, and class allows the instructors to hold audi ache and deception that causes them to "Mozart's music bridges the gap. It has Anyway, I predict this story will provoke enormous public re might not have fit over Maxie-Waxie's little belly-welly! He'd be tions before selecting the spring opera. question the people they trust. Mozart deeply childlike wonder and at the same action in the UK. It is, after all, the home of Dolly the cloned scarred for life by the fitting procedure. I mean, he already has to After hearing the wide range of students' speaks to the audience about the impor time is deeply profound." sheep. Plus, people here seem to be keen on all things pet-related. deal with everyone calling him a pig. experience and talent, the decision is tance of looking beneath the surface and For students like Moskow, the experi The other day I was reading the Sun, one of Britain's most popu Oh, it just has to be D, doesn't it? Yep, the couple calls classical made to maximize participation and ac finding truth from within oneself. ence of working with The Magic Flute and lar tabloids. Following an extensive commentary on a terrycloth music their "secret weapon." I can see it now. They'll come home commodate student interest. ND Opera uses an English translation the ND Opera is ajourneythatbegins with jUmper Leonardo DiCaprio was wearing on the set of his new and he'll be listening to Beethoven, wearing a top hat, sipping tea "We are never in a position to fit a that offers a chance for the audience and the first casting call. Each student is given movie, the Sun ran a slew of animal stories. They were frightfully and eating crumpets. "Sorry about that jeans bit, old boy," he'll square peg in a round hole .... Everyone the performers to experience the story in the opportunity to develop his or her spectacular, sensational animal stories, of course. say. "Frightfully uncivilized." involved gets something to sing that is a more personal manner. "Many English unique interests in performing, while See first you've got your pet"Freaks." Page 21 features a pic Of course, there is another option: They could clone Max. Then appropriate for them," says Georgine editions are very flowery. We try to keep working toward a final exam unlike any ture offive-inch high Taz the Terrier, who weighed only one ounce he would at last have someone to play with, which might quell his Resick, a full-time vocal coach who it true to the original and not so archaic other. A flute is not necessary to see the when he was born, standing in a beer glass. Then there are your violent tendencies. Or, they might annihilate each other - spec helped initiate the program. that the audience is going to ask 'What magic behind the hidden voice of the ND "Unbelievable Pet Feats." Apparently, three birds "cheated death" tacularly. 0 Since 1991, ND Opera has produced are you talking about?' " says Moskow, Opera. 0 springtime performances for the general "You have a better idea of what you are public. In more recent years, Hansel and singing about, too .... Otherwise, there is Performances of The Magic Flute are Gretel and Xerxes have been selected for no emotion in it." on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April the'stage; This year, the challenging Resick anticipates an audience that rep 27th at 7:30 p.m., in Washington Hall. choice of Mozart's The Magic Flute sig resents all age groups and interests. "We Student tickets cost $3.00 and are avail nifies the level of growth the course has are getting feedback from families, and able at the LaFortune information desk.

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CLAIREHOIPKEMIER around you. Previously tongue-tied youths the forefront and all insecurities are ban are able to express themselves in a way not ished. EDITOR'S CHOICE LECTURES t's that time of year again. I'd like to call possible in, say, February, when all signs of My second theory is that, as the year Attack of the Arts • Fri 26 Claire Carroll, "A Critique of Iit twitterpation. Others might call it life were buried under a foot of cold, winds down and responsibilities begin to the New British History: Early spring. Don't pretend you don't know unaffectionate snow. pile up, there becomes this desperate urge oming Distractions has plenty for eight-member troupe uses everything but Modern Ireland and Europe, 3:00 what I'm talking about. The birds start chirp With the (sometimes) balmy temperatures to throw a wrench in the whole system by you to do while you're counting conventional percussion instruments - PM, 1125 Flanner Hall. ing, the grass starts growing, the ducks start of April and May, and the bursting forth of falling in love. We all know that in order C down the last few days of class. matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, gar • Tue 30 David Kang, "Bad Loans to chasing each other in a loud, squawking, new life, these gentlemen realize that there to successfully deal with the massive The arts are in abundance! bage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps - to Good Friends: Explaining Money feathery kind of way, and all of a sudden, really is something to those lovely out-of amount of papers, tests, inane projects, Be sure to catch Mozart's The Magic fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Politics in Asia," 12:30 PM, C-103 there's a lovestruck couple on every cam date cliches for which I have such a fond dorm duties and end-of-the year social Flute, a fairy tale story of dragons, spir - Jennifer Osterhage Hesburgh Center. pus bench. ness, such as "faint heart never won fair events that define the last month of the its, spells, and a magic flute It's something that can only be described lady" or "you snooze you lose." Rather than collegiate calendar, one must be com that saves the day. Accord CINEMA as a cosmic phenomenon, occuring between pletely in tune with one's planner or all is ing to director Marc Verzatt, • Thu 25 The Anniversary Party, the time we box up all our winter cords, lost. Freshmen like myself who have not it tells of good triumphing 7:00 PM, Hesburgh Library woolly sweaters and heavy boots and plunge yet evolved into efficient machines of over bad, love and friend Auditorium. into the world of lovely pastels, flip flops, time management wonder why the word ship fighting anger and re • Thu 25, Fri 26 and Sat 27 Vanilla polo shirts and flying discs. stress takes on a whole new meaning and venge, and of finding one's Sky and The Muppets Take . Maybe we've been cooped up for too "a good' night's sleep" becomes a thing way to truth and goodness. Manhattan, Thu - 10:00 PM, Fri and many long, wintry months (April included of the past. Senior theatre majors at Sat - 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM, in certain freakish regions of the United Enter Mr. or Ms. Right. While this may St. Mary's are doing their DeBartolo 101 and 155. States); the sight of ankles, knees, elbows . seem to many like a blessing from above, comprehensive shows. • Tue 30 International Film Series: and all the other adorable joints that are ex- it can wreak havoc if one succumbs to re Check out their perfor Stranger Than Paradise (USA), 7:00 . posed after having been covered since No ordering one's entire agenda in order to mances that include stu PM and 9:00 PM, Montgomery vember seems to set hearts a flutter. What accommodate' true love. Nevertheless, dents from both SMC and Theatre, LaFortune Student Center. ever the reason, there is an undeniable boom many are eager to selflessly sacrifice their ND. in the dating industry come the last month delicately formed study habits in order to If you're looking for some THE ARTS of schooL entertain the possibility of romance. Hu off-campus entertainment, • Fri 26 Graceland, 7:30 PM, Little One fine young lady, when asked ifher man nature being what it is, it is not sur snag some tickets to Theatre, st. Mary's College. heart was noticeably affected with the prising that as we approach the most <{ru "Stomp" at the Morris 'Per • Fri 26 and Sat 27 Notre Dame changing season, commented that the con cial time in the semester, the little devil forming Arts Center. The Opera, The Magic Flute by Mozart, dition of finding herself lovestruck was a on our shoulder suddenly takes the shape 7:30 PM, Washington Hall. year-round ailment that saw no new mani of a beautiful member of the opposite sex • Sat 27 Senior Recital: Dan festations in the springtime months. A who lures us away from our books. SPORTS Tonozzi, cello with Jacqueline similarly fine young gentlemen concurred I don't mean to bash this flowering of • Fri 26 Baseball: NO VS. Arizona • Fri 03 Softball: ND vs. Rutgers, 1 :00 Schmidt, piano, 2:00 PM, with this, saying that his pining for true sitting around with other members of the young love. I am just as guilty as anyone State, 3:05 PM, Frank Eck Stadium. PM and 3:00 PM, Ivy Field. Annenberg Auditorium, Snite romance did not flow and ebb with the male species, brutally extinguishing life in of welcoming the "spring crush" that pro • Tue 30 Softball: NO vs. Oakland, • Sat 04 Baseball: NO vs. Rutgers, Museum. tide of seasons. What, then, causes the the bloodiest and most explicit way possible vides a fascinating distraction from all 3:00 PM, Ivy Field. 12:05 PM, Frank Eck Stadium. • Sun 28 A Wedding Proposal, 3:00 visible difference in the number of young in such dignifying games as Max Payne, that is making my life difficult right now. • Wed 01 Baseball: NO vs. Oakland • Sat 04 Lacrosse: ND Men vs. Ohio PM, Little Theatre, st. Mary's lovers strolling around campus just before Guts Galore or Body Parts SplatteredAcross It is ironic, however, that the blossoming (MI), 6:05 PM, Frank Eck Stadium. State, 1 :00 PM, Moose Krause College. we all go our separate ways over the sum Your Nintendo Screen, they take it upon of our feelings for one another coincides • Thu 02 Softball: NO vs. Depaul, 3:00 Stadium. • Sun 28 ND Women's Liturgical mer? themselves to make that fateful phone call, not only with the mating season of the pM and 5:00 PM, Ivy Field. • Sun 05 Softball: ND vs. Villanova, Choir/Basilica Schola Concert, 8:00 My first theory is that the fresh, warm air put all bashfulness aside, and say what has campus wildlife, but also the birth of term • Fri 03 Lacrosse: ND Women vs. 11 :00 AM and 1 :00 PM, Ivy Field. PM, Basilica of the Sacred Heart. strengthens the hearts of the timid. Profess been on their hearts all winter. Life takes on papers, finals and the looming of gradua Vanderbilt; 1 :00 PM, Moose Krause • Sun 05 Baseball: ND vs. Rutgers, • Thu 02 ND Symphony Orchestra ing one's affection certainly becomes a great a whole new meaning, and suddenly, a ro tion on the horizon. Who ever said Field. 12:05 PM, Frank Eck Stadium. Spring Concert, 8:00 PM, deal easier when sunbeams are dancing mantic stroll around a moonlit campus with twitterpationhas to be convenient, timely Washington Hall. across the lake, tulips are bursting with lively that special someone has far greater appeal and practical? Romeo certainly threw a hues, and inflamed ganders are making their than sirting around the Huddle waiting for wrench in Juliet's system, and so goes the THE WEEKENDER Post your even in Scholastic's move in a less-than-tactful manner. all the quarter dog frenzy. Love is brought to world. 0 What: Broadway Theatre League: Stomp! Coming Distractions. l When: Fri, May 3 - 8:00 PM, Sat, May 4 - 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM and I I Sun, May 5 - 2:00 PM Get the recognition your event deserves. E-mail Where: Morris Performing Arts Center your submissions to Jennifer Osterhage at Cheapest Seats: $20 for students [email protected]. Submit an BOO-word essay for Week in Distortion. E-mail us [email protected]. For Tickets: call (219) 234-4044 • All submissions are subject to Scholastic approval. 34 SCHOLASTICWEEK IN DISTORTION SCHOLASTICCALENDAR 35 II ····1 I; [ ",. So This is Love ••• What is it about post-winter warmth that brings out the romantic in all of us?

Whirlwind by Michael P. Griffin

wkwardness is about three inches wide. I was always searching, even if I didn't know AI can prove it. Get out your ruler and look what it was I was seeking. What did we expect at the picture of my roommate and me on to find in the two-toned tulips in the peace of our first day as Domers back in the summer of '98. that Saturday morning? Did I really glimpse Our parents thought it would be cute for us to pose, salvation in beating the 2 a.m. Reckers rush? but we spied each other suspiciously. Notice our What was it I stumbled upon when staring shoulders and the heaviness between them. blankly at biochemistry exam questions, or when A lot has changed since then. running on the rocky beach as light burst from As my eyes strained to adjust to the dimness of pinholes in the water? Did we find beauty in the the Stanford Hall lobby, I steeled myself for living Irish tricolor flying high from the South Quad away from my family in New Jersey, not realizing flagpole at 5 a.m.? Did we really expect that we that within weeks, I would accidentally call this could bring a full-sized cow into a second-floor cinderblock palace "home." dorm room? And what would we have learned, I was just a kid. Sometime between then and now other than the fact that cows can walk up - but - typing by my window with the mighty chill of not down - stairs? What did we learn from living mid-April rushing through the cracks in the window the Rodin life? And what would I have done with frame - I grew up. It was somewhere along the a drunken sailor? way; I just don't know when. I never remember to grow up when skylines As I stepped out of the family mini-van in the topple, when relationships go bad, when the parking lot behind the dorm, a group of guys rushed world· hisses in expectation of war. But to unload my boxes. Frantically, I motioned to my whispering quiet pleas to a still lake ·makes life a mother to hide the stuffed animal I had been little easier to understand. Even in this day and clutching, a gift from a girl age, I think there's a little bit of that old who had been shedding fashiqned magic; it comes out at night and sneaks What did we expect to find in tears 18 hours earlier. I was along in the shrubberies. As often as we allow it, the two-toned tulips in the at college now: It was time it jumps out and bites unsuspecting passers-by. to digest the tears of a This is the magic that resides here, which inspires peace of that Saturday midnight "I love you." us to love each other so much. It is why we yelled Obviously, I hadn't yet "Repeal the 18th!" in protest and "0' my Lea~y!" morning? Did I really glimpse grown up. in praise. What is this entity called "Notre Dame" salvation in beating the 2 a.m. But when did I? Could it that arouses such magic? have been heading south For me, Notre Dame is not a university. It is Reckers rush? on Route 31 discussing not four years of classes. Notre Dame is not gun control with a staying up all night to finish a Buddhism paper, Midwest barbarian, or nor is it your pores sweating and heart pounding Michael P. Griffin is perhaps when we became close friends? Maybe it before a chemistry presentation. Notre Dame is graduating with a BS was shouting Irish rebel songs across the quad after not parietals or single-sex dorms. It is certainly in biochemistry, and parietals, or sharing poetry around the fire pit? How not a bunch of disconnected administrators. has served as the about when we spun around in embrace so many Notre Dame is not a charity organization, nor Editor in Chief of times that we toppled, she on top of me, laughing. is it a big business. Notre Dame is not even a Scholastic for the past Could it have been the summer killing rats, the footoall team, an Irish Guard, or a marching band. year. He plans to summer in Ireland, or trips back east? What about And it's probably not the Vatican of the backpack around those Scholastic nights in the basement of South Heartland. Europe before Dining Hall, staying to the bitter end 39 straight For me, Notre Dame is a rustle of voices. It's returning to South times? It probably wasn't when our plastic penguin tears and shivering. It's the excitement ofa knock Bend and busking got served at Steak 'n' Shake. Or when we played on my dorm-room door. Notre Dame is late-night with a penny whistle. bocce on t~e quad after an all-nighter and taunted· conversations and early-morning goodnights. the grumpy students ambling to class. It could have Notre Dame is the girl whose hand I hold as we .been when my buddy fed me water and crackers on wander the woods beneath a red sky. It is my counts of three. Or maybe even when we asked the roommate of four years and my section-mates, Magic 8-ball that scary question, and the outlook all my buddies, and yes, to an infinitesimal was good. degree, even myself. 0

36 SCHOLASTICFINAL WORD Pure Silliness -Mike McNary

Whirlwind by Michael P. Griffin wkwardness is about three inches wide. I was always searching, even if I didn't know AI can prove it. Get out your ruler and look what it was I was seeking. What did we expect at the picture of my roommate and me on to find in the two-toned tulips in the peace of our first day as Domers back in the summer of '98. that Saturday morning? Did I really glimpse Our parents thought it would be cute for us to pose, salvation in beating the 2 a.m. Reckers rush? but we spied each other suspiciously. Notice our What was it I stumbled upon when staring shoulders and the heaviness between them. blankly at biochemistry exam questions, or when A lot has changed since then. running on the rocky beach as light burst from As my eyes strained to adjust to the dimness of pinholes in the water? Did we find beauty in the the Stanford Hall lobby, I steeled myself for living Irish tricolor flying high from the South Quad away from my family in New Jersey, not realizing flagpole at 5 a.m.? Did we really expect that we that within weeks, I would accidentally call this could bring a full-sized cow into a second-floor cinderblock palace "home." dorm room? And what would we have learned, I was just a kid. Sometime between then and now other than the fact that cows can walk up - but - typing by my window with the mighty chill of not down - stairs? What did we learn from living mid-April rushing through the cracks in the window the Rodin life? And what would I have done with frame - I grew up. It was somewhere along the a drunken sailor? way; I just don't know when. I never remember to grow up when skylines As I stepped out of the family mini-van in the topple, when relationships go bad, when the parking lot behind the dorm, a group of guys rushed world· hisses in expectation of war. But to unload my boxes. Frantically, I motioned to my whispering quiet pleas to a still lake ·makes life a mother to hide the stuffed animal I had been little easier to understand. Even in this day and clutching, a gift from a girl age, I think there's a little bit of that old who had been shedding fashiqned magic; it comes out at night and sneaks What did we expect to find in tears 18 hours earlier. I was along in the shrubberies. As often as we allow it, the two-toned tulips in the at college now: It was time it jumps out and bites unsuspecting passers-by. to digest the tears of a This is the magic that resides here, which inspires peace of that Saturday midnight "I love you." us to love each other so much. It is why we yelled Obviously, I hadn't yet "Repeal the 18th!" in protest and "0' my Lea~y!" morning? Did I really glimpse grown up. in praise. What is this entity called "Notre Dame" salvation in beating the 2 a.m. But when did I? Could it that arouses such magic? have been heading south For me, Notre Dame is not a university. It is Reckers rush? on Route 31 discussing not four years of classes. Notre Dame is not gun control with a staying up all night to finish a Buddhism paper, Midwest barbarian, or nor is it your pores sweating and heart pounding Michael P. Griffin is perhaps when we became close friends? Maybe it before a chemistry presentation. Notre Dame is graduating with a BS was shouting Irish rebel songs across the quad after not parietals or single-sex dorms. It is certainly in biochemistry, and parietals, or sharing poetry around the fire pit? How not a bunch of disconnected administrators. has served as the about when we spun around in embrace so many Notre Dame is not a charity organization, nor Editor in Chief of times that we toppled, she on top of me, laughing. is it a big business. Notre Dame is not even a Scholastic for the past Could it have been the summer killing rats, the footoall team, an Irish Guard, or a marching band. year. He plans to summer in Ireland, or trips back east? What about And it's probably not the Vatican of the backpack around those Scholastic nights in the basement of South Heartland. Europe before Dining Hall, staying to the bitter end 39 straight For me, Notre Dame is a rustle of voices. It's returning to South times? It probably wasn't when our plastic penguin tears and shivering. It's the excitement ofa knock Bend and busking got served at Steak 'n' Shake. Or when we played on my dorm-room door. Notre Dame is late-night with a penny whistle. bocce on t~e quad after an all-nighter and taunted· conversations and early-morning goodnights. the grumpy students ambling to class. It could have Notre Dame is the girl whose hand I hold as we .been when my buddy fed me water and crackers on wander the woods beneath a red sky. It is my counts of three. Or maybe even when we asked the roommate of four years and my section-mates, Magic 8-ball that scary question, and the outlook all my buddies, and yes, to an infinitesimal was good. degree, even myself. 0

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