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$36 million department. Dobb is helping oversee a "Basically we want to make every- on campus." he said. Along these lines. Dobb said she S36 million infrastructure project to thing faster and avoid some of the Dobb said that technological would like to sec an improvement in "The project is a computer improve University comput- problems thai are slowing advancements at the University will the climate for staff members. huge er systems. Digging to start down the programs now." be one of her major focuses as execu- "I'd like to sec more training foi upgrade starts installing the new system Along with Dobb. both tive president, and stressed the impor- stall members and an evaluation s>s undertaking, but lines will begin May 8. Toby Singer and Don Bell of tance of keeping the systems advanced tem they feel comfortable with." she the end result May 8 Dobb said the purpose of the ITS department arc orga- as technology grows. said. - will be faster, this project is to improve nizing the project, and an But Dobb won't stop there. Several Dobb. who began working at the MICHELLE REITER overall speed, accessibility additional crew is in the other University departments, includ- I Iniversity in June ol 1995 as the dean more reliable and capability of the com STAFF WRITER process of being hired. ing Human Resources. Affirmative of Library Learning Resources, v.ill communication putcr programs available to Scotl liorgelt, the recent- Action. Continuing Education and add that department to her jurisdiction students. ly-hired campus communi- in May as well. Preparing to lake over the position WBGU TV. will also report to Dobb. for everyone on Some of the improve- cations coordinator, said and she will be involved with new Another improvement that Dobb of the University's executive vice campus." ments will be. video desk Dobb they have great hopes for projects for many of these as well. hopes id oversee is an improvement in president in May, Interim Provost tops, more places where stu- this project. "I'm already working with Human courses offered by the I Iniversity ovet Scott Borgelt Linda Dobb is already about lo break dents will be able to do computer "I he project is .i huge undertaking, Resources too." Dobb said. 'We're the Web. Campus communii new ground. Literally. work and access to portable laptops but the end result will be faster, more trying to organize a number of pro- Working closely with the ITS that can be used in class reliable communication for everyone grams that serve the campus more." i Sec DOBB, page 5. UAO officer declares USG candidacy
SARAGRAZIANO BEN FRENCH/ The BG News With Undergraduate Student LINE DANCING (internment elections less lhan a — Getting tickets week away, anothei ticket has for the upcoming entered the race Yesterda) Brian F.ngelman and Bush and Moby Jill Whyde announced that the) are concert proved running foi USG president and vice no easy task as president students waited I ngelman said he had been con- an excess of 10 sidering running for two months, but hours for tickets decided to run when Whyde agreed yesterday. Nate to be his running mate Clairmont, fresh- "We feel we have proven man, reads to kill ourselves as time. The line leaders." he began to pick up S.llJ later that day '■Iman when UAO offi- is the concert cers decided to director for the give the students I Iniversity Activities the best seats Organization available, instead He was msiru of letting them mental in plan- Engelman pick their own ning the upcoming Bush and Mob) seats. concert Whyde is USG's former treasui er, who recent!) resigned while the organization was experiencing bud- get problems. I ngelman had submitted his peti- tion h\ the deadline, so the ticket's name will appear on the USG bal Bushed lots Aiming to he "real." Engelman said they don'i ha\e a platform because the) want student input." "I've never seen anything "We are running a common sense campaign." he s,nd "We have a few ideas. Inn we want students to tell us like this before. their ideas." Whyde said one of her goals It's like a big party." would be to have anothei spring conceit "The concert's reall) cool, and BUSH OR BUST — A group of students spent the night hud- we want to do more things like this." SEE STORY, PAGE 9 dled around a stereo hoping to get first ticket picks. Whyde s.nd "We're not making any promises, but having more COM is something we could work Dancers prepare emotionally, Whyde said she and Engelman International Week made an analogy to illustrate then campaign stral physically for 32-hour marathon "Let's sa> yu go to a icstaurarn. ner, as a group, the night before the to end with dinner and they put you in the back corner, This is the final in a week- about 15 minutes and it makes you event." Decker said. feel like you have been sleeping for IRENE SHARON SCOTT Barney. WSA President and give you a menu and you don'l long series of Dance Marathon know what it means, and then Working out and staying in CHIEF RtPORTHK Today students from Bulgaria stories. Today's story will look hours." h.iltw.is through the waitress comes shape lo dance for 32 hours is will do a presentation at 5:30 p.m. at how the dancers prepare for Not only have individual out and tells you they raised the another way the dancers have put in Offenhaucr's Nth floor lounge the event. dancers been doing their own thing Throughout this week. World prices." Whyde said. lime into preparing for Dance to prepare for Dance Marathon, Student Association has attempted They will recreate the sounds and Marathon. mood of their homeland through "You're really hungry so you eat CRAIG GIFFORD but the organizations have also lo dispel stereotypes and educate there anyway. This is like what the STAFF WRITER "I was doing a lot of aerobic been doing preparation work. videos, music, sounds and slides. the University community about Universit) docs to students." workouts the last couple weeks to Kierstyn Sliney, a dancer for various cultures through food, Wrapping up the week is an international dinner Sunday from Whyde said the back corner of With 32 hours of dancing ahead keep my cardiovascular going." Dunbar, has made T-shirts for each music, art and videos. said Jonathan Goldsmith, dancer 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in 101 Olscamp. the restaurant corresponds lo the stu- of them. Dance Marathon partici- ol the residence hall's dancers. "International Week is mainly dent parking lots and the obscure group representative for Dunbar Each shut has a heart on it with the about communicating a lot of Tickets cost $10 for age 8 and pants have been preparing.for the older and $5 for under age 8. Tick- menu corresponds to the courses iong weekend. Hall name Tish. the girl they arc dancing issues in our cultures and coun- "A bunch of us have been going for. inside of it, as well as the tries." said Christiane Spitz- ets are not bursarable and will be Each dancer has their own way sold at the door. Interested students to the rec to stay in shape." Manista words, "For the Kids." muellcr. WSA Cup of Culture i See USG, page S. of preparing for the event and get- can reach WSA at 372-2249 . ting themselves ready to dance the said. "This way we can keep Tish Chair. "We communicate diversity Besides the routine ways oi close to our hearts during Dance lo others and get people to meet The formal dinner includes a night away for the kids they will be fashion show and entertainment. supporting- preparing for a long Marathon." Sliney said. international students and learn night of dancing, "It will remind us about them." Those who attend will get a taste of One of the top priorities for the dishes from 20 different countries dancers is to rest up before the some of the when we're tired Each day highlighted a certain dancers have and hurting that around the world prepared by the event. country. Countries discussed their own Tish has been international students. "Our dancers are going to make included France. Ghana. Japan. original hurting all Both international and Ameri- sure they get their sleep the night Bulgaria and India. methods of her life and can students will model traditional before the event." said Chris Deck- "The presentations addressed prepara- Will keep us issues that aren't known because costumes from 14 different coun- er, dancer group representative for tion. motivated." they are small, in particular Bul- tries. the Kappa Alpha Order. "The fashion show will show "I have Kappa garia and Ghana," Spitzmueller Ty Foust, a dancer for Alpha clothing from four continents." been prac- Alpha also said. "There is hardly any news Sigma Phi. agreed that getting Sarkar-Barney said. "We will have ticing my had their about them on a global perspec- sleep before the event is important. food from Australia but not cloth- dance tive. International week gives them "I am a freshman, so my frater- own way of ing." moves so I preparing for a chance to show how rich their nity brothers have told me what to culture is." Spitzmueller encourages stu- do. especially just get a lot of rest." don't make a Dance dents to attend the dinner to gain a Marathon. Students from India displayed Eating properly is another way fool out of greater understanding of. and myself dancing Last night, the artifacts and discussed their signif- befriend, the international stu- the dancers have been getting icance. themselves ready for the event. for 32 hours." said ' Kappa Alpha dents. The French students showed "This is something you don't "I've been giving up pop and Tess Dudek, a dancer dancers went lo St. for the Honors Student people how to make "crepes." a want to miss." she said. "You can candy and eating fruits and vegeta- Vincent Hospital, which is type of dessert, which can be filled Association. where a number of the kids are learn so much from the perfor- bles to prepare my metabolism to with nuts, chocolate or fruits. The mances and food." Manista said she has been work located Get candid with Carol stay up that late." said Katherine Japanese students did a calligraphy Sarkar-Barney added that this is ■ Manista. dancer for Kappa Delta. ing on meditation routines. This way they have it fresh in demonstration. Calligraphy is a an opportunity to explore different Singer, University refer- "We have been eating right and "There is a certain type ol med- their memory who they are dancing form of art that is a lettering tech- cultures and create an interest in ence librarian. will be going to the spaghetti din- itation you can do. which lasts for." Decker said nique, according to Shreya Sarkar- the various countries presented. www.bgnews.com/20 * page 2 The BG News Friday. March 24, 2000 WORLD www.bgnews.com/ap
e World Oil riches may not stabilize Nigeria Brain stimulation may help h Brief THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The state Nigerian National schizophrenics German parliament fines LAGOS. Nigeria — Beneath the Petroleum Corp. has warned it will swamps where poor Nigerians eke fund a police unit authorized to party in Kohl scandal out a living from fishing and farm- shoot saboteurs on sight. But the THE ASSOCIATED PRESS BERLIN (AP) — The German ing are some of the world's largest government has also made vague parliament yesterday ordered the untapped oil fields. promises of development money to LONDON — Schizophrenics first fine in a finance scandal involv- Yet the precious resource that appease restive communities. :-*.• *» who hear voices could gain some ing former Chancellor Helmut Kohl, gives troubled Nigeria hope for the Nigeria produces about 2 million relief from magnetic stimulation of punishing a former official of Kohl's future also fuels spiraling violence barrels of oil a day. worth nearly $17 the brain, preliminary research sug- party who refused to testify and that threatens the political and eco- billion last year. Roughly one- gests. threatened him with jail unless he nomic prospects of Africa's energy twelfth of the oil imported by the A study outlined this week in The agrees to talk. giant. United States comes from Nigeria, Lancet medical journal found that Hans Terlinden. a former office At a time when crude prices have and the country has proven reserves when patients were given magnetic manager in Bonn for Kohl's Christ- tripled from 1998 lows, the world's of 25 billion barrels. therapy on the part of the brain ian Democrats, was the second wit- sixth-largest exporter has some of Yet despite its oil wealth, years of responsible for perception of speech, ness to appear before a parliamen- corrupt military rule have left Nige- they experienced less frequent and tary committee investigating the the industry's largest untapped oil SfeH fields. ria one of the world's 25 poorest quieter vocal hallucinations than scandal, and the second to decline to when they had a fake treatment that answer questions because he faces Community activists in the oil- nations. And the Delta, where most of the drilling occurs, is one of its felt the same. possible criminal charges in (he rich Niger Delta demand some of that wealth for the impoverished poorest regions. If confirmed in subsequent stud- case. All oci.ited Press region and stage frequent attacks Sabotage forces costly pipeline photo ies, the findings may advance under- standing of how the hallucinations against petroleum facilities, kidnap- shutdowns and other industry OIL AGONY — In the Niger Delta near Warri, Nigeria Shell work- ping workers and sabotaging delays. Last year. 497 cases of van- occur and how they can be curtailed pipelines. dalism were reported, compared to ers clean up an oil spill from a pipeline that the company said About 1 percent of people world- [The Nation Police and soldiers have respond- 57 a year earlier. These include fre- was vandalized by community activists trying to scoop the wide have schizophrenia and about ed with deadly raids, razing a village quent cases of local residents crude and use it in a fuel mixture for pumps and generators. 50 percent to 70 percent of them last November. Human rights groups siphoning off fuel by puncturing hear voices. In about 20 percent of In Brief remote part of southeastern Abia cases, drugs do not help to silence estimate hundreds of people have pipelines with picks and shovels, of Jesse killed at least 700 people. the voices. been killed in clashes with police. then using buckets and barrels to state. Twenty people were injured, "Deliberate action is necessary to Dr. Anthony David, a professor Inmate uses dental floss to The government of President collect the spilling fuel. and authorities said 28 suspected send a strong message" to those who of cognitive neuropsychiatry at the i escape cell, kills inmate Al least 35 people, including vandals were taken into custody. In Olusegun Obasanjo. whose election sabotage the pipelines, a spokesman Institute of Psychiatry in London ' HOUSTON (AP) — Prison offi- last year ended 15 years of military children, were killed Wednesday October 1998. a huge explosion and fire sparked by scavengers siphon- for the state oil company, Ndu who was not connected with the cials believe an inmate used dental rule, has sent confusing signals when a fire broke out while they ing off fuel in the Niger Delta town study, said the findings were floss or a similar coated string to about how it plans to handle the cri- were siphoning off gasoline in a Ughamadu. said in an interview. painstakingly cut his way out of his "promising." cell and kill a rival Scientists have found that the part of the brain that governs the percep- Antonio Lara was accused of tion of speech can become activated crawling out from under his cell bars when schizophrenics arc hearing and killing Roland Rios, said Alfred Pakistan moves toward democracy voices. M. "Mac" Stringfellow, Texas Board Also, low frequency magnetic of Criminal Justice chairman. pulses, with electrodes strategically Stringfellow said he didn't know Days before Clinton visit, general announces local elections how many steel bars Lara managed placed on the head, have been found to dampen activity in areas of the to cut through at the Coffield Unit of THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Musharraf set no timetable for a quick return to civilian rule during a nuclear weapons, saying "we are brain targeted. the Texas Department of Criminal full return to civilian rule. He previ- five-hour visit to Pakistan tomorrow prepared to defend ourselves both in Doctors have used the technique Justice near Palestine, or how long it ISLAMABAD. Pakistan — Two ously rebuffed international pressure which is to include two rounds of conventional and unconventional days before President Clinton visits to ease the symptoms of depression, took. for elections, arguing he needed talks with Musharraf, a working weapons," but then added, "there is Pakistan, the military regime yes- but it had not previously been National grasslands face terday offered the first small step time to fight corruption and crony- lunch and a speech to the nation, very little likelihood of war. There is applied to vocal hallucinations. greater fire danger toward democracy with the ism. presumably on state-run television. no need to be afraid." The idea that it could work to sti- FARGO. N.D. (AP) — Forest announcement of local elections. But yesterday. Musharraf He is also expected to press Pak- Musharraf took power in a blood- fle imagined voices makes sense, Service officials are watching the The announcement by Gen. Per- promised the local voting would istan to roll back its nuclear program less coup last October, accusing based on what is known about the skies and hoping for rain, worried vez Musharraf — who ousted the pave the way for national elections and sign the Comprehensive Test deposed Prime Minister Nawaz brain. David said. that abnormally dry conditions in elected government in a coup five Sharif of corruption and power mon- The study led by Dr. Ralph Hoff- North Dakota's national, grasslands months ago — coincided with Pak- at an unspecified date in the future. Ban Treaty. Musharraf is not expect- man, medical director of Yale Uni- could increase the risk of fire, istan's national day, which marks the "Democracy starts here at the dis- ed to concede on either issue. gering. endangering cattle ranchers. 60th anniversary of a resolution that trict and local governments," the Musharraf said he will tell Clin- His scheme for staggered local versity's Psychiatric Institute, A sea of wind-swept grass and eventually led to its creation in general told a news conference in ton mat "there can be no peace" in elections between December of this involved 12 schizophrenics who had wildflowers. the Little Missouri 1947. the capital. Islamabad. "From here South Asia until the dispute between year and July 2001 includes giving a heard voices in their head every day National Grasslands in western Pakistan celebrated wilh a mili- for six months. we will move up step by step to Indian and Pakistan — both nuclear greater voice to village level coun- North Dakota is largest in the nation. tary parade that highlighted its being They were all on anti-psychot- provincial and federal (elections) in powers — over the Kashmir region cils and allocating seats for women, The area covers about I million the first Muslim nuclear power, dis- ic medication and five were also due course." is settled. acres, a quarter of all the publicly playing military hardware including minorities and "workers and peas- taking drugs to help reduce con- owned grasslands administered by Clinton is expected to call for a He also made a reference to missiles capable of carrying a ants." vulsions. the U.S. Forest Service. nuclear warhead. 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- ■ L i 34 Reflexive they have no meaning. Green tea a rebound, which would put me at more feminine than mine were. He [email protected]) will be at piunuuri ■ slips through velvet lips unto a fault. Personally. I'd like to take the was just a joke waiting to happen. Dance Marathon all weekend! 1 36 Take one's pick tongue grown dry with little use. standpoint that he was put into my So David, that's an accent Da Hope to fee you there!!!! 37 Decimal base T> MOO Tribune Mod* Services iInc My eyes bring knowledge as life in order to be a column pre- then roll Vid, thought he was gonna 38 Hawaiian island All ngnre reserved 1 3V24/00 they catalogue the area, a face of tending to be granite when it is 39 Hanoi holidays little emotion, causing vacant, idle only cardboard. 41 Charade 44 Hop minds to ask in stupidity, "what's Once the point was taken. I ran 4 Voodoo cull 45 Prowess 5 CBS logo wrong, you look so angry?" as far away as possible, which CROSS 49 Fellow 6 Motto of the Have they forgotten how to turned out to be not that far at all. so Nappy leather Manne Corps word think? Chit-chatter so viciously Lucifer felt he knew me, he had 52 Cancel 7 " or. Virtue ingratiating that I cannot engage in some right to govern my decisions 53 Fust name m talk Rewarded" LOOKING FOR their mindless conversation. A per- like some sort of sick father figure. ahows 8 Coffee container 55 Permit 9 Ripofl locations ANSWERS IN ALL son next to me that I abhor, he is I'd never had a male figure that 56 Addlebrained to Shaau He at the afriend. he is my whore was dominant in my life telling me 3/ 'You There* NBA THE WRONG I was in a sort of philosophical what to do. I never silently suc- 58 Up-nski s surface li Chiromancer PLACES? funk right around Dance Marathon cumbed to anything so why should 59 Letters outside 12 Not wen the 'heater time last year. Love not panning this SOB be dealt with differently? 13 Curb-side qjaft GET SOME HELP 60 Ernie Ford and 19 Oversupply with out, as usual. I was left to divulge I pitied him but the more he cre- Williams weapons FROM THE ated his manifestation of lies myself in my favorite sins in order 64 Against 21 Accounting ANSWER KEY — to pass time by. On one particular- attempting to destroy my chances 67 Start burning programs ly enlightened night I decided I had with Isaac the more I decided it 68 Ulhmate degree 24 Learning insi www.bgnews.com figured it all out. I present it here: was lime to f@#$ with this kid 69 Us Vegas Irgrr. 25 One-tenth of I didn't know what to do, I had- 70 Shyest MDX /^ Definite article 28 Simian 43 Despot s reign army like gasoline dripping n't been manipulative in such a 72 Long journey 29 Actor Duryea 46 Monotone utte'er 60 Muscular spasm long time and as I matured it your words could enrage a fire 32 Fencing foil 47 Film-set call 61 Vanity if only the callous would listen became even harder to walk away UUWN 35 Hawaiian feast 48 Foxy 62 Fixed soapboxes decay from someone hurl. 1 -relief 40 Voiced consonant 51 Meeting accepted 63 That wenan 2 Thais folks! podiums falling down Call me a wimp but I never real- 41 In the past standards 65 Sock end 3 Clever saying 42 Yachting trophy 54 Golfer with an 66 Press coverage we march under clouds ly pulled through on the messing vacant expressions him up part. I figured it was best to affixed smiles cut my losses and walk away. Be golden tans and giggles the better person. shrugging, you swallow bullshit Thai's when he dragged Isaac Ohio weather don't you realize into the games and all bets were ignorance is your bliss lost. Isaac being an impressionable, Friday, March 24 you're licking hypocrisy almost easily led person, got led AccuWeather* forecast lor daytime conditions, high/low temperatures smacking your jaw astray one evening by our dear —^ by not speaking friend Lucifer, oh hell lets give him M CH never screaming a real name, David. David of what silence is your sixty-nine he'd call intimidating stature and ...... *lu«lanrl ,.. Cfi'MB- ._ |1 Toledo |MV47° | how it was ■*-*■ shall it ever be PA tradition, brutal sadness • it's kissing you Devil's E^ fc£ionaru Youngstown 69/47 while you're at it t | Mansfield :M°/48° • just put it in your mouth. 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T page 4 The BG News Friday, March 24, 2000 OPINION www. bgnews.com/opin ion We should respect things of past PEOPLE Lately. I'm beginning to know Daytime television has never real and present. Supposedly it can on the strestreet what my parents are talking about really been geared for children, with help genetically engineer cells and when they complain about the world soap operas on all day. In addition to DNA so people aren't vulnerable to today in comparison to how the those there are Jerry Springer. diseases. That can be a good thing, Question: Who manages money better, men or women? world was when they were younger. Divorce Court, and all the other but it can easily be very dangerous Why? And as I look back on my almost 20 court shows that exploit (he break and taken advantage of. years, I feel some of the same way. down in families. Not exactly pro- Technology doesn't compromise As I look at music, television, and gramming that I would like my chil- only moral and ethical issues: these technology advancements. 1 can't dren to see, if I had any. Even car- advances also take jobs from people. help but remember simpler times. toons aren't as they once were. To We can see examples of this right in The music that I grew up with is me they are worse. When I look at Bowling Green's Wal-Mart. Con- now thought of as a relic. Today television I feel bad that my nieces sumers can choose to either pay for children listen to music that is full of and nephews are watching that. their things by a cashier or by a com- sex, violence, unrealistic and Things were so much simpler when puter, where they can ring up their immoral ideals, and opposite-sex I was younger. I agree that many, groceries themselves. In the future, degradation. I hear 4-year-olds that I enjoyed when I was younger. I many things are better now than in computers will go so far as to be can barely talk but know all the enjoy some of the sitcoms today and the '80s and early '90s when I was able to calculate the price of gro- Jill Krejci Mike Hollingsed words to most rap songs. I am not shows like ER. but there is very lit- growing up. ceries by just going through a large Sophomore saying that I don't like today's tle programming for children. With- For instance, medicine has gotten scanner that the consumer can walk Senior music, because I do. But I can't help out thinking about the bad selection much better and discovered more through. Now this has good points. IPC Undecided but think about the impact that it is of Saturday cartoons, there is really things that save lives everyday. 1 For instance, it would be a deterrent "Women because "Women because having on the future. When I was no programming fitting for children. read in the paper that with the help of thief in stores. What about the boys are stupid." guys have to bling younger, which wasn't long ago. I There are The Simpson's and Home of computer chips a man that had jobs that are being taken from peo- Jameson Czech bling." could listen to music without my Improvement, but if a child stays up been paralyzed for 10 years was able ple? Sure it's easier but is it better? Post Secondary mother flinching as I sang the lyrics. after 8 p.m.. there isn't much to to walk by using a remote control As the years pass, our culture, Option I could sing Michael Jackson and choose from. that directed the computer chips. medicine, and technology changes Undecided Whitney Houston. And though these I remember how it was to be able Technology blows my mind, real- constantly. "Women because people are still around, they aren't as to stay up and watch The Cosby ly. Every time I go to my Computer Different kinds of music are there are more popular today as the other songs that Show and A Different World, and Science class 1 am more and more introduced along with different men who have contain more vulgarity. my mother didn't have to worry impressed at all of the things that medical procedures and new ways to been standing in about the negative messages that I There are a small number of pop- computers can and will do in the use computers. But let's not get so line for 12 hours ular songs that have words that are was receiving. future. But with all these new dis- caught up in these new advances for Bush and suitable for children. I don't mean Even the Saturday cartoons aren't coveries also come downfalls. These that we don't sit back and enjoy the that songs should be similar to those like they were when I was a kid. downfalls I feel can be clearly evi- things of the past. Moby tickets." that would be heard on Barney's What happens to shows like: Thun- dent in the technological era. As we show, but singers need to realize (hat der Cats. He-man. GI Joe. Jem. and discover more and more things we Aaron White Allyson Parys children are listening and parents all kinds of cartoons? Now we have also come up against ethics and Sophomore Sophomore need to intervene too. Music isn't things like Dragon Ball Z. which wonder if we are going to jeopardize Undecided IPC the only genre that is decreasing in isn't entertaining to me at all. I even those. Like the controversial cloning Erin Bailey is a weekly BG News "Definitely not me "Women because wholesome value. Television isn't mistake the Disney channel for other issues. That comes dangerously columnist. She enjoys talking about because I dont we only buy premium channels because of the much better. close to playing God. Though things of the past. To discuss have any." things that we I really find myself missing the programming they have on some- cloning to me is something I identi- them with her. write to need." type of television programming that times. fy with science fiction movies, it is [email protected]. Take government out of marriage
BG radio voice their vote YOUR flyers think about the rest of Engclman/Whyde for USG I should consider myself lucky. spouse from hurting their partner in against Ashley Elder the organizations on this campus and president/vice president In this nation I can marry the person any of the ways they promise not to. leave us some room too. of my choice more or less by acci- For those who are crying about As a member of one of the "cam- Have you looked at all of the dent. That is because I would choose the marriage tax. well here is your pus radio stations." I was upset by candidates for USG president and to marry a woman, something that is solution. The government will have the comments made by Ashley Susie Lake, a member of one of vice president? If so, what do you legal and encouraged in all SO of no legal distinction for marriage. Elder, a candidate for USG Presi- those damn radio organizations see? these United States. Unfortunately, This fact is thrown out as an incen- dent. slake@ bgnet. bgsu. edu I see a bunch of good candidates, if I or any one else chooses to marry tive to those of you crying about He staled in The BG News. but no one with the leadership of their own gender it is illegal and family values. Tues.. March 20. that one of the Brian Engelman (UAO concert called immoral. In some stales it is I am not anti-marriage or anti- "campus radio stations" was cover- director) and Jill Whyde. They both still illegal for two people of the family. I just believe that who I ing up his fliers with their own. UAO on its own have been instrumental in getting same gender to have sex. much less spend my life with is my own busi- I seem to remember walking Bush and Moby to play a concert at marry. ness. I am sick of divorce being around in various buildings on cam- The suggestion for campus orga- BGSU. Letting all things be equal, it is demonized. some marriages are best pus last week and seeing our own nizations (the Black and Latino Stu- I have worked with Brian Engel- time to learn that we just leave every put out of their misery. To this day I flyers (WBGU. WFAL. BGRNO or dent Unions in particular) to donate man on the concert committee, so I one else the hell alone. Some mat- am thankful that my parents are no BGRSO) covered up by a "certain to the Moby and Bush concert seems have seen his outstanding leadership ters arc no one's business but the "Instead of making longer married. By the end they USG candidate." a little ludicrous to me. since the and commitment to all of his activi- parties involved Who a person haled each other, and stayed togeth- Now I'm not going to name majority of black and Latino stu- ties. Brian is also very open to sug- decides to spend their life with is same sex marriages er only because they were not ready names because that would be juve- dents on this campus have no inter- gestions and listens to everyone's one such matter. recognized in the eyes to concede defeat. nile, but after being in any organiza- est in this concert. suggestions, which is essential in a There are people who claim that Marriage is a private matter, it is tion that posts fliers around this In fact, to demand that these good leader. by allowing same gender marriages of the law, just throw not the government's job to decide. campus, one already knows that organizations "turn over some Brian and Jill have proven them- we would destroy the sanctity of this the whole thing out. This is as simple a point as I can their organization's posters are green" is only reasonable if we get selves as leaders. Look, we are hav- sacred institution. Unless I have make, but some people just do not going to be covered up by another some type of representation when it ing a concert on April 11, here, at missed something, the sanctity of Let the individuals get it. If a church does not want to organization. No one else whines comes to the artists featured in the Bowling Green, and without them same gender marriages has not been determine what perform a same sex marriage, that is about ii because we all accep( i(. concert. How many blacks and Lati- this would not have been possible. doing very well ever since stoning more a matter for the church. But make 50 more copies, and plaster nos were included in UAO's survey They had very little student support was an unacceptable treatment for makes them married, commitment is not a matter of a the campus again. which concluded that 99 percent of at the beginning, but through rally- those whose marriages fail. I have a leave the government piece of paper. Given that nearly Mr. Elder, the student body wants a Bush and ing efforts, the support for this has very difficult time understanding half of all traditional marriages end It seems to me like you complain Moby concert? reached colossal proportions. how sacred an institution something out of our bedrooms." in divorce. I really do not think it is about problems without actually get- Probably not many, because a lot Jill Whyde has been on USG can be when the ceremony can be the sacred bond that we are lead to ting anything accomplished. IF this of us have never even heard of these before, so she would help Brian's performed in a Las Vegas chapel and destroy all parties involved. believe. is how you intend to deal with prob- two bands. So. it's kind of unfair to transition into the most important with a relative stranger. Once it I have a very simple solution for Vermont is moving slowly lems involving USG. I do not think ask for money from minority organi- student position on campus. Marcos became the prize of a game show, this whole damn mess. As it is sim- towards the possibility of allowing that I or anyone else involved in one zations if you're never going to give Popovich does a lot with the the sanctity of marriage became a ple and logical and hurts basically same sex marriages, and that at least of those "campus radio stations" us an artist that wc at least recog- Latinopalooza. but that was already hell of a lot less of an issue. no one. I can expect it to be misun- is something. California just made (around 200 students) will be voting nize. established, where the concert com- Originally marriage was a matter derstood and piss far too many peo- one tremendous leap backward, for YOU! Maybe next time. UAO should mittee of UAO has basically had to of procreation and on a certain level, ple off. which is extremely disappointing to What makes you think that your try to get a more diverse sample of rise out of nothing and schedule a ownership. It was a system which Instead of making same sex mar- those of us who think of California campaign posters are more impor- students when figuring out which quality performer, which I feel that allowed males to have some sort of riages recognized in the eyes of the as a more progressive state. tant then anything happening on artist to bring to campus. Maybe Brian and Jill have orchestrated. confidence that offspring of a law, just throw the whole thing out. Here in Ohio there has been no campus or anything that an on-cam- then such organizations as the Black If they can rally so much support woman were his own. He had rights Let the individuals determine what change in the field, and that sucks pus organization promotes? We are Student Union and the Latino Stu- and bring Bush and Moby to our to her and she was basically proper- makes them married, leave the gov- too. At least the full faith and credit \ not just talking about the campus dent Union will be more willing to campus, don't you feel like they ty. To any of my fellow males who ernment out of our bedrooms. clause of the constitution makes it so ■ radio station organizations anymore. support the event. should be the people helping us still feel this way. I invite you to step The government has no right to that once Vermont, or any state, ' but organizations like UAO. Latino Until then. I don't see a reason reach our goals as our USG presi- out of the gene pool, you make the issue a license to tell me or anyone allows same sex marriages other . Student Union or even Dance why these organizations should dent and vice-president. No one has rest of us look bad. else if we are in love or not. How I states are expected to recognize such ■ Marathon. I happen to believe that make an effort to get involved. UAO done what Jill and Brian has accom- To those of you who are whining feel about the person I love is not a unions. i all the organizations on this campus has shown no concern for diversity plished already. Why should wc let about the risk to the children raised matter of a scrap of paper that says • are just as important as the next. this year, from the Real World event someone else finally prove himself in a same sex marriage, get over that we love each other. From personal Do you own the bulletin boards to concerts that have no minority or herself to us in such a huge posi- one. Face it. children raised in a tra- experience that piece of paper David Storie is a bi-weekly BG ■ that you posted your flyers on? No. influence or appeal. So. why would tion? Brian and Jill have already dition family are not exactly assured means next to nothing. News columnist, but don't lake our the University that holds over hun- we support them now? proven themselves as strong leaders. a healthy development. How can it What marriage comes down to is word for it. One's status as a colum- ; dreds of organizations owns those be worse to have two mothers who trust, love, loyalty and some other nist is much more than words print- * boards Oarryl Dallon James Willington love each other and the child than to things I do not pretend to under- ed on some piece of paper. Contact Maybe next time when you post [email protected] edu jameslw @ bgnet. bgsu. edu have a husband and wife who abuse stand. That paper will not keep a him at [email protected].
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> Friday, March 24, 2000 The BG News page 5 CITY www.bgnews.com/city DOBB BG reading tutors aid local youngsters Continued from page 1. ROBERT RECKER "There are about five existing CITY EDITOR ties. Her favorites. ""It's All Ears." are their next best friend " courses now," she said. "I think and "Boo Crew." are among the "You don't just read with them, (here will be a demand for more." When people first hear about the dozens of games created by Univer- you help them maintain an overall Dobb said her responsibilities as Puppet Pals tutoring program, they sity students and contributed to the well-being." adds junior Angeli library. executive vice president began early tend to conjure up images of Kermil Rawat. "You teach them basic val- and Pinnochio acting out children's Graduate student Cherilyn Tay- and new plans for each department ues like sharing ... and just ask them literary tales. lor supervises the tutors four days a how they are doing." will unfold as she takes her position week. Her clinical psychology However, this is not the case, A pre-med biology major. Rawat in May. background helps her to specialize said Ellen Kayser. the Children's has learned that sometimes the chil- Room assistant at the Wood County with those youngsters with learning disabilities or deficiencies. She is dren have to be convinced of the Library. The program, funded approaching her one-year anniver- importance of reading. through the University by an Amer- USG sary working with one child, and "Some kids have a really horrible ica Reads grant, pairs trained Uni- has seen great improvement. outlook at reading." she said. "They Continued from page 1. versity student tutors with begin- "At first, he couldn't read at his say. "I"m going to be a baseball ning readers to practice fundamen- own grade level," she said. "Now. player or race car driver, so I don't offered at the University. tal skills and help with their home- he excitedly pulls his own books have to know how to read.' "We are customers, and we work. The name Puppet Pals comes [from the shelves| and reads them "Our job is to find a niche, give a should demand the customer service from the special kick-off show the cover to cover by himself. A lot of different outlook. For instance, I'll we deserve." Whydc said. "Student University's Reading Alive Puppet parents have reported pleasure from say, 'you have to read so you can fix leaders should be listening to what Players perform at the beginning of the progress their child has made." your race car.'" students say and taking these things each semester. Junior Amy Jameson, computer Rawat joined the program three to the administration." The downtown library is one of science, earned experience tutoring Photo Provided years ago to gel a break from stu- Engclman said he also wants stu- several sites for the tutoring pro- adults at a community college a few gram. Kayser said the library is the HELPING HAND — Puppet Pal Supervisor Cherilyn Taylor gives dent life. dents to be able to turn to USG with years ago. She said the Puppet Pals only "community site" and is "Sometimes you get caught up in their problems. a smile of approval for her student's reading improvement. experience has been a bit more chal- "unique in that it is so flexible with lenging. all of the homework and bogged "We want to let students know a diversified group. Although the Kelly Green, a junior interior both the students' and the children's "It takes a lot more patience down in the whole academic that if they have a problem we can majority have education back- design major, just likes the opportu- schedules." The program runs up to working with younger people." she world." she said. "This is a break grounds, those of other majors get nity to work with children. Besides help." four times a week, and participants said, adding that the key is to get from college to relate to. and have involved as well. Undergraduates going over her student's homework Whyde acknowledged that not can stay for all or part of the 90 very personal with the young learn- an impact with younger people. You and graduate students alike partici- and reading with him. she enjoys being involved in the early stages of minute or two-hour sessions. ers. '"The kids don't like it when you can see their improvement week by pate. playing learning games and activi- the USG campaign could hurt the The University student tutors are play teacher. They like it when you week. It's a really good feeling." ticket. "If we're going to be hurt by not being there in (he beginning, so be Students spend spring break helping homeless it." Whyde said. "We have to take care of our duties for this year, like ANNE MOSS and insurance, and had to bring only spending money for the the concert. Campaigning is on the STAFF WRITER week. side because that's for next year." Each morning began with a 10-minute inspirational speech Engelman said the concert has How often do you hear stories about college students spend- or a passage from the Bible. Then, it was on to work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. been his main priority and not par- ing Spring Breaks building houses? Usually students are swept away to beaches to party or their "Most of the houses were half-way up." said sophomore ticipating in the debates would have homes to relax. But for 25 University students spiing break Christine Burton, elementary education. "Our job was to lay minor effects on their campaign. was all hard work for a good cause. shingles, sod. hammer nails, sand, install insulation, drywall "Next week we are just going to Every year Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit Christian and paint interiors. go out and talk to people." organization, hosts a service program called Collegiate Chal- "Some of the colleges were assigned to work on their own lenge. The event spans an eight-week period between the house, but our group seemed to move around a lot working on xxxxxxxxxxxxxx months of February and April while students are on Spring all parts of the house where we were needed." X X Break. But their trip wasn't all work. In the evenings, they were X X Collegiate Challenge is a week-long event in which college able to party downtown. They spent time in the bars, went on X X students build homes to help eliminate poverty housing world- trips to Key West and the Everglades and got to ride a party X X wide. This year. University students traveled to Miami. Florida boat around downtown Miami. x. X and built homes in the small community of Homestead. "One day the people in the neighborhood had a picnic for all X X Karen Lienau. public affairs officer for Habitat for Human- the volunteers." Burton said. "It was there that I realized that X X ity International, said Collegiate Challenge is one of the orga- Habitat had made an amazing impact on all these people's _JL X X nization's most popular programs. Each year thousands of col- lives, especially children. I was close to crying." Photo Provided X X lege students gather at more than 170 sites and build homes for Senior Jeff Schroeder. business, the defining moment of his less fortunate families. trip came when he was working on a roof one morning, look- X X GOOD SAMARITANS — Margaret Good, left, and "Each campus chapter is paired up with a Habitat affiliate ing out over the dozens of other volunteers. X X "I saw people everywhere, working on their own little pro- Katie Bauer hammer the final nails into the side of a X i X and Ameri-Corps volunteers to do something constructive on X their breaks." Lienau said. jects," he said. "That's when everything came together for me." Habitat home. X The team leader of this past trip. Schroeder hopes to arrange Someone is The University's campus chapter piled into vans and cars nition for their work. X X two separate destinations for next Spring Break: one a return to X X for the 28-hour trip to Miami. On Sun^, March 5. they 'This was purely voluntary." Burton said. "All we get from watching you... Miami and the second to another warm-weather state. X X moved into their dorm unit, called Camp Freedom. this is personal satisfaction and memories." xxxxxxxxxxxxxx Each volunteer contributed $110 for the building materials Burton said it was okay that the volunteers got little recog-
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(ivmnaslics Gymnasts grounded at MAC championship Golf takes MATTHEW P. LYONS above 9.7. SPORTS Wnnw Individually, Oestreng finished first in the vault competition with a The rollercoaster 2000 gymnas- 9.875 and won the all-around with a advantage tics season ground to a halt for the 39.45. Oestreng retained her cham- Falcons gymnastics team Saturday pionship on the two events from the at the Mid-American Conference 1999 MAC championship meet. championship meet at Eastern Connelly felt the meet showed Michigan University. the capabilities of the team for the of break Central Michigan edged out Ball 2000 season. State for a second straight title. The "In general it (the meet) reflected Chippewas scored 195.575 while the what this team is capable of doing DAN NIED Cardinals scored 195.25. Kent State right now." he said. "Our average is SPORTS EDITOR downed Western Michigan 193.2- right around a 193, give or take a 193.1. BG finished fifth at the event, couple of tenths, and we scored a This spring break excursion lo down from fourth a year ago. Host 192.85. We had three great meets Florida didn't feature drunken orgies school Eastern Michigan finished this season, and the rest of them and wet T-shifl contests. sixth with a 191.5 while Northern were right around our average. Instead, the men's golf team went Illinois scored a 198 for seventh Overall, I was pleased with our per- to thcSilver Springs Invitational in place. formance." Ocala. Fla. for five solid days of The Falcons started on floor, an The Falcons have five seniors golf. event that has been a strength of the who have finished their collegiate Since Forrest Creason Golf team this season. BG ended with a gymnastic careers this season. Course didn't open its links until score of 48.0, the second lowest of Sarah Grealis completed her sec- after spring break the golf learn used all teams on the event. ond season as co-captain. Her per- Us spring break lo get the practice "I would say floor was the most sonal bests include a 9.85 on bars. thai was impossible in Bowling disappointing part of the meet in my 9.75 on beam and 9.625 on floor. Green. mind." said head coach Dan Connel- Malucci finished with personal The result'.' ly. "I felt we would get out of the bests of 9.75 on vault. 9.8 on bars A 15th place fin- gate with six strong performances and 9.6 on floor. ish in a field of then go on to vault. We did a great Larissa Oberrechl. despite an 19. job on vault. Then hit bars like we injury in the 2000 season finished "15th out of did and I felt like going on to beam her career strong. Her personal bests 19 teams does- we would be sitting in a much better include a 9.8 on beam, and an 8.5 on n't sound that place than we ended up. floor. successful." BG BG headed to vault for the third Kristen Molnar's personal bests coach Garry rotation. Falcons Leslie Malucci. are 9.775 on bars. 9.45 on beam and Winger said. Amber Curry and Marny Oestreng 9.575 on floor. "But we fin- all scored above a 9.7. Rounding out the senior class is Garry Winger ished ahead of The fifth rotation had BG on Kelly Verhoff. Scores of 9.525 on three MAC bars. The Falcons scored a 48.2 and vault, 9.65 on bars and 9.625 on learns and ihal's very important." got solid performances from Jamie floor make up her personal bests. And. in Ihe course of the season. Kent and Oestreng. These five seniors have helped to BEN FRENCH/ The BG News the most important statistic is how BG finished the meet in the sev- lay the ground work for future BG FLOOR— Freshman Ann Marie Kassouf shows off for the judges in the floor routine. Kassouf well you do against the other MAC enth rotation on balance beam with a teams and great things in the future and the rest of the Falcon's season ended with a fifth place finish in the MAC championships. teams so you can gauge where you 48.0. Ann Marie Kassouf and of Falcons gymnastics. will sland when the MAC champi- Oestreng each finished with scores onships come around. Winger's troops finished four strokes ahead of Ball Slate, 13 ahead Baseball of Ohio and 32 ahead of last place Akron. The Falcons shot a three day total of 883. 27 strokes behind leader and BG splits twin bill with Mountaineers; return home MAC favorite Kenl. Eastern Michi- gan rounded oul the MAC learns Devils axe PETE STELLA a Brown and Orange three-game takes and we capitalized on them. the season after giving up six runs in with a 13th place finish ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR losing streak We also swung the bals really well." 3 1/3 third innings. Freshman pitch- Junior Jon Smarrclli paced BG "Tony did a real, real nice job for The Falcons started the game er Brenl Baumgarlner relieved with a three round score of 216. He The BG Baseball learn, who has us." Schmitz said. "They made mis- wilh their bats blazing by scoring 10 Cheney and threw 2 2/3 innings of lied for 12th in Ihe tournament. Ftorek for been struggling with their tough runs in the first two innings and perfect work. Freshman Aaron Brian Gerken shot 218 to place non-conference schedule so far this received great individual perfor- Nease and sophomore Doug Flere 23rd. season, split a double header with mances from several members of the each gave up single runs in iheir "Jon and Brian both played West Virginia Wednesday, winning squad. BO also committed two inning of work. well." Winger said. "Brian hasn't Robinson 12-5 and losing 8-1. errors lo West Virginia's four. "Wc had seven or eight hard hits played much this year so lhal was "Both games were complete Sophomore Len Elias went 4-5 but we hu them right ai their guys." encouraging." opposites of each other," BG coach from the plate wilh three runs and Burdine said Justin Gillham lied for 45th wilh senior Kenny Burdine went 2-3 with a score of 221. Adam Balls' 231 lied Danny Schmitz said. Freshman Corey Loomis lifted him for 91 si. while Andy Miller shot THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The split moved the Falcons two doubles and four RBIs. Junior the Falcons to a 1-0 lead in Ihe first Lee Morrison connected for three one stroke behind Balls for 95th record to 4-9-1 overall with his first home run of the sea- place EAST RUTHERFORD. N.J. — Despite the win and loss. Schmilz hits in four at-bats wilh a double, son. West Virginia came back to three runs and three RBIs. Senior Dave Kolsos rounded oul With a late-season slump fueling is pleased wilh what he saw. score four runs in the first Iwo the Falcon scoring with a 234. fears of yet another playoff disaster, "One thing we need to work on is "We played really fired up the innings. Winger was happy with his the New Jersey Devils on Thursday getting tougher everyday." h whole game." Burdine said. "Every- "Wc got up 1-0 on Loomis' home team's performance and fell that the fired coach Robbie Ftorek. who led c said. "I liked our teams enthusiasm one was talking and yelling and we run bin we gol down and could trip accomplished what he hoped il the team to the best record in the Wednesday, everyone was cheering are starting lo gel as a learn." never gel back in ihe game." would. Eastern Conference with eight and doing things as a team." Schmitz said. "Il was the first lournamenl ihis games left in the season. Game Two Buffalo invades Steller Field ihis season where wc were all playing on Larry Robinson, the assistant Game One In the second contest, the Moun- weekend lor a Ihrcc-game, non-con- Ihe same page." he said. "I'm trying " seen as the heir apparent since Junior pitcher Tony Foniana taineers showed their bal strength ference series. Saturday's double- lo gel Ihcm lo compete. There are a rejoining the coaching staff this sea- pitched his first complete game of and scored eight runs on nine hits. header starts al 1 p.m. and Sunday's lot of guys oul there who can hit a son, was given the job of turning the season and allowed one run on The Brown and Orange again com- game also starts at I p.m. golf ball, but not many people know things around before the playoffs are 10 hits while striking out five bat- Photo Provided mitted two errors in the contesl. "It will be nice to play in front of how to score. Everyone on this learn set to start in just under three weeks. ters. The win gives Fontana his sec- HEY BATTER—Coach Danny Falcon senior ihrower Joe a home crowd." Burdine said. "Road can hil ihe ball well, bul we need lo The Devils were favored to win ond of thr 7000 season and snapped Schmitz cheers his team on. Chenev losi his second contest of irips kind of gel lo us aflei a while learn how lo score." the Stanley Cup for a second lime Winger is hoping lhal his team since 1995 until a recent slide that can learn how to score when The saw them lose 10 of 16 games, the Falcons relurn to action today in the most recent an embarrassing 5-0 set- Eastern Kentucky Spring Intercolle- back at home on Tuesday night. giate tournament. The Devils return to action Fri- day night at the New York Islanders The two day lournamenl will "We were not playing to our Men's tennis hosts Buffalo, women open MAC conclude tomorrow. capabilities, in my mind." general Women: manager Lou Lamoriello said in a Freshman Shelly Binzel's Iwo conference call. "I did not sec this DOROTHY WRONA and four seniors. : round score of 162 paced ihe Fal- 1 cons lo a 12th place finish in ihe changing." he added, referring to a SPORTS WRITER Denison sophomore Karamvcer lack of "ice discipline." Premnarayan is 3-0 in singles. Springlakc Classic in Scbring. Fla. "I did not think we would come The men's tennis team will play Danny Klein is also a strong singles : March 10-11. out of this slump ... and go forward." three home matches this weekend player. In doubles, the learn of Klein The Falcons combined score of New Jersey has had one of the against Buffalo. Denison and Robert and Cameron Vincent are 3-0. 659 was 62 strokes behind winner (op regular-season records in the Morris College. Harris believes thai ihe Big Red and MAC rival Ohio. NHL the past three years, but it has The Falcons start Ihe weekend arc as good as Kalamazoo College, The Falcons tied Toledo for 12th. tieen embarrassed in the playoffs, Saturday morning against (heir Mid- who ihe Falcons played earlier this Senior Missy Hinds finished two •losing in the first round the last two American Conference rival Buffalo season. i strokes behind Binzel with a score ;years. Bulls. "Denison's probably the deepest I of 164. Senior Shannon Sharp and Ftorek. who took over the team The Bulls are 8-7 overall and 0-2 team we play this weekend." Harris sophomore Shannon Smith were ■after Jacques Lemaire resigned in in Ihe MAC. Lasi year, ihey lost lo said. "We'll have to play well at next wilh scores of 172. while May 1998. wasn't immediately BGSU 7-0. every spot to lake care of them." Stephanie Elsea finished at 177. available for comment. Robinson A newcomer lo the MAC, the The Falcons will battle Denison Bowling Green is off unlil April I said he took the job reluctantly. Bulls sport a young roster with al 2 p.m. Saturday at Keefc Courts. when ihey travel to Ihe Grand Valley "The only thing I said before all seven freshmen, four sophomores On Sunday, the Falcons will play Slate Invitational in Grand Rapids. of this was in no way did I want to and three juniors. Despite not having Northeasi Conference power Robert Mich. come here lurking to be the next any seniors, Ihey return five starters. Morris. head coach." Robinson said. "My With such a young roster, the The Colonials are 1-2 on the sea- heart is still with Robbie. I have the team is building for the future. son wilh a win over Youngslown utmost admiration and respect for Freshman Fery Kasiman. who Stale and losses lo Xavier and Buck- him. Robbie will be with us in mind joined (he team in January, plays No. nell. and spirit. 2 singles. The Falcons won last year's "I want to get back on a winning "They're starting to get better meeting 7-0. : *l Friday, March 24, 2000 The BG News Page 7 SPORTS www.bgnews.com/sporls r-.. ' ,. " » ' IL_^«I •*■ 1* qrJJ 2 National Basketball Association National Hockey league Thursday's Sports Transactions Falcons named Academic Ml-District ■ASIBaWCONFUKNOt At A Glance EASTERN (IIMlKtM t BASEBALL Bowling Green Stale University senior soccer play- Ml.mii. Division Atlantic Division American Lea pic er Ty Fowler (Northville, Ml) and senior hockey play- W E Pel GB W L T trr Pis x-New Jersey 41 25 8 5 BALTIMORE ORIOLES—Placed RHP Brian Falkenhorg on the 60 day Miami 627 95 er Zach Ham (Spokane. WA) were both selected lo the 42 25 (•Philadelphia 39 22 12 2 92 disabled list New York 41 26 612 1 Pittsburgh 31 34 1 6 76 2000 GTE Academic All-District IV University Divi- N Y. Rangers MINNESOTA TWINS—Optioned RHP Scott Randall and RHP J«on Ryan rTiilatklphia 3° 2* 582 3 29 33 II 3 72 sion Fall/Winter Men's At-Large First Team. NY Islanders 44 8 1 53 10 Salt Lake of the POL Reassigned LHP Todd Ht/io to their minor league Orlando 36 478 10 33 Northeast Division camp The district team is made up of student-athletes Boston 30 38 441 12 1/2 W L T RT Pts 40 26 7 3 90 NEW YORK YANKEES—Announced the retirement of OF Tim Raines from Division I schools. Alabama. Kentucky, Michi- New Jersey » 38 433 13 Ottawa 36 25 11 ■» 85 Exercised their 2001 option on 1B Tino Manino Traded INF Jiun Melo to the gan, Ohio and Tennessee. Washington 23 46 333 20 Montreal 31 34 9 3 74 Buffalo 30 34 10 3 73 San Francisco Giants for INF Wilson Delgado Optioned SS Alfonso Soriano to To be nominated, student-athletes must be a starter Central Division Boston 23 33 17 6 69 Columbus of the International League Southeast Division or important reserve and carry a cumulative grade-point (■Indiana 47 21 691 _ National league W L T RT Toronto 30 28 582 7 1/2 Pis average of 3.20 or higher Team members are selected X.Washington 39 23 II 1 90 CHICAGO CUBS—Sent RHP Sieve Rain outnghl to Iowa of the PCL Sent Charlotte 36 31 537 10 1/2 f-Tonda 31 30 5 5 86 OF Chris Hatcher lo their minor-league camp Released RHP Greg McMichael by a vote of members of the College Sports Informa- 35 32 .522 11 1/2 Carolina 31 33 10 0 72 tion Directors of America (CoSIDA) within the district. Tampa Bay 17 47 8 7 49 CINCINNATI REDS—Optioned RHP Scon Winchester to Louisville of the Milwaukee 31 36 .463. 15 1/2 Atlanta 13 52 7 4 37 International League The team consists of athletes from the fall/winter Cleveland 26 41 388 20 1/2 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division COI ORADO ROCKIES—Released RHP Billy Taylor sports of cross country, fencing, gymnastics, ice hock- Atlanta 25 42 .373 21 1/2 W L T RT Pts LOS ANGELES DODGERS—Designated 3B Kevin One and RHP Dan ey, rifle, soccer, swimming water polo and wrestling. Chicago 13 54 194 33 1/2 x-Sl Louis 47 17 9 0 103 Naulty for assignment. Purchased the contracts of RHP Mike Fetters and INF x-Detroil 43 2 97 First team selections will appear on the national bal- WESTERN CONFERENCE 9 Chicago 29 36 8 68 Kevin Lister from Albuquerque of the PCL Optioned LHP Jeff Williams lo lot for the GTE Academic All-America Fall/Winter Midwest Division Nashville 26 41 7 7 66 Albuquerque Sent C Adam Melhuse to their minor-league camp W 1. Pel GB Northwest Division Men's At-Large Team. Ham. a repeat First Team selec- W L T RT Pu MONTREAL EXPOS—Placed RHP Mike Thurman on the 15 day disabled •-Utah 45 21 682 — Colorado 34 29 II 1 80 list tion from a year ago. played in all 37 hockey games this 43 25 632 3 Edmonton 28 30 16 8 80 PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Released RHP Mark Leiter past season. He maintains a 3.87 gpa in Vancouver 26 34 14 8 74 Minnesota 41 26 612 4 1/2 Calgary 29 36 9 5 72 SAN DIEGO PADRES—Acquired RHP Rodney Myers from the Chicago architectural/environmental design studies. Fowler, a Dallas 29 38 433 16 1/2 Pacific Division Cubs for OF Gary Matthews Ir Re acquired LHP David Maurer from the San W L T RT First-time honoree. played every minute of every game Denver 27 40 403 181/2 PU x-Dallas 40 25 8 4 92 Francisco Giants per Rule 5 guidelines and assigned him to Las Vegas of the last fall for the Falcon men's soccer team. He carries a Houston 24 43 .358 21 1/2 Los Angeles 34 30 9 4 81 PCL Phoenix 35 30 7 79 3.91 gpa in psychology. Vancouver 19 49 279 27 FOOTBALL San Jose 31 34 9 7 78 Two Falcon swimmers were selected lo the women's Pacific Division Anaheim 31 32 12 V 76 NFL PLAYERS ASSOCIATION—Elected Gene I pshaw executive director i-L A Lakers 57 12 826 _ and Ray Brown. Eddie George. Tim Brown. MikcTomc/ak. l-esier A re flambeau. team. Bethany Budde and Jen Jarosa were both named i clinched playofl wrth «• Portland 50 17 746 6 Jason Belser. Nolan Harrison, and Robert Porcher lo the board of directors lo the first team. Overtime losses count as a loss and a regulation ue 44 657 Phocni> 23 12 Friday's Games BUFFALO BIIJ.S—Signed NT Pat Williams lo a five-year contract Budde was a second team selection last year. This is Seattle 40 28 .588 16 1/2 New Jersey at N Y Islandeis. 7 30 p m CLEVELAND BROWNS—Named Mike Pitts defensive assistant coach Jarosa's first selection to the team. Sacramento 39 28 582 17 Pittsburgh at Atlanta. 7 30 p m MIAMI DOLPHINS—Signed LB Twan Russell (o a one-year contract and Si Louis at Tampa Jarosa. a biology major, holds a perfect 4.0 gpa, Golden State 17 51 250 39 1/2 Bay. 7 30 p u OT Willie Jones lo a two-year contract Chicago at Dallas. 8 30 p m while Budde has a 3.82 gpa in Scientific Communica- L A (Tippers 14 55 203 43 Anaheim at Vancouver. 10 pm NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS—Signed LB Tedy Bruscru to a iwo-year con- tion Phoenix JI S jn Jove. 10 30 p m tract Released OT Zefross Moss High Schools TENNIS- Echko and freshman Allison Gabel. Continued from page r, . who is the sister of Falcon men's tennis player Brandon Gabel. St. Henry edges Worthington 54-53 "Physically we're very fit." Har- Head coach Penny Dean feels ris said. "We push ourselves to be that doubles could be the key to the the fittest team in the MAC. so I match. think we should be able to get THE ASSOCIATED PRESS become the 16th school to win back- After a Warrior timeout with 14.9 14 points, also adding 10 rebounds. "If we play well and focus, we through the weekend." have a good shot at the doubles, to-back titles, trailed by as many as seconds remaining. St. Henry's The Redskins' leading scorer. Harris also stated that team points." Dean said. COLUMBUS. Ohio — Brent 13 points in the third quarter before Andy Wourms was fouled on the Ryan Post, hurt his left hand early in chemistry will be a factor in the Fal- The Falcons will play the Red-' cons' success this weekend. Bohman hit two free throws with 23 pulling even at 50 on a pair of foul inbounds pass, but he missed the the second half and did not play Hawks ai I p.m. today at Keefe "They recognize when some- Courts. seconds left and St. Henry survived shots by Scott Hadley with 1:19 left. front end of the bonus with 13.2 sec- again. He watched the final minutes one's struggling and then they really onds remaining. On Saturday, the Falcons will two shots in the final seconds as the Worthington Christian was just l-of- from the bench, his bandaged hand encourage each other lo push play their second conference match 7 at the line until Hadley made his The Warriors' Jason Weakley covered by an icebag. through it." Harris said. Redmen held off No. I-ranked Wor- The Falcons will play Robert of the year against the Thundering thington Christian 54-53 on Thurs- two. brought the ball down the floor and Weakley scored 15 points, Morris at Keefe Courts at II a.m. Herd also starling at 1:00p.m. al With 1:01 left. Kurt Woeste was drove the right baseline, whipping a Hadley 14 and first-team All-Ohioan Sunday. Keefe Courts. day night in a Division IV state Despite having only one senior. fouled and made both ends for the hard pass back from underneath the Sam Smith struggled offensively Women's Tennis semifinal. The women's tennis team will Marshall returns five of their starters Redskins, who were 7-of-9 on foul basket to the top of the key to Dave with 10 points on 5-of-l3 shooting Worthington Christian (26-1) was open their MAC season against the from last season. They are 5-2 this shots. Taylor. Taylor flipped a pass to the with eight turnovers. The University Miami RedHawks and the Marshall season, and are also expected to fin- the defending state champion, beat- left wing to Mike Hill who let fly of Dayton signee did have 14 Thundering Herd. ish high in the MAC. ing Fort Recovery 95-90 last year in The Warriors missed three shots, with an open 3-pointer with 5 sec- rebounds. Miami is 3-4 this season, but has In the past, the Herd have been triple overtime in the final. sandwiched around a St. Henry beaten non-conference powers But- known for fielding teams with turnover, before Bohman stepped to onds remaining. The game was expected to be a 3- ler and Michigan State. strong ground strokers. Dean also St. Henry (24-2) is now 7-0 in the line. He coolly hit his only two The ball bounced off the back of point shooting display, since the The RedHawks were picked by expects them to have solid doubles Stale tournament games. the rim and Weakley ended up with perimeter-oriented Warriors average {the MAC tennis coaches to finish in teams. free throws of the night to put the the top three and received many lop The seventh-ranked Redmen go 88 points a game and St. Henry hit a This season, they have a stronger Redskins ahead 54-50. it. His off-balance fallaway from 10 {place votes. They return junior roster with transfer Ana Ceretto and for their fourth stale title in as many Worthington Christian hurried feel with a second left rattled around state-record 25 3-poinlers in a dis- 'standouts Janet Baker (fourth in the freshman Karohna Pierko. who had trips when they meet the winner of the ball downcourt and Hadley the rim before falling off as the final trict semifinal victory. !MAC in singles wins in 1999) and an outstanding high school career. buzzer sounded. two-time All-MAC player Ivana Dean is ready to start the MAC Fort Jennings and Berlin Hiland in nailed a 3-pointer from the top of the But St. Henry was just 5 of 20 iGrujic. Saturday's championship game. season and looking forward to play- key with 17 seconds left lo cut the Neil Schmitz was the lone St. behind the arc and Worthington Miami also has some strong new- ing outdoors. The Warriors, attempting to cap to 54-53. 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Aparo and two New Led 90 *— J H- Zeppelin releases are all ft w reviewed. ^>t CD f H O, STUFF NOW SOUNDS 3s ►>- page 10 ►*-page 1 ' * ...»,-,, 11 Academy Awards to be Exhausted students wait all night for Bush, Moby full of surprises Many concert seekers were in line more than 13 hours This Sunday night we might be JAMES ELDRED forms, based on how they were paying. Then, as lucky enough lo hear the words. ENTERTAINMENT WRITER they went to pay for the tickets, they were given an "And the Oscar goes to... South exact choice as to where they could sit. Park.'" Tickets for the Bush/Moby concert in Anderson Three hours into the ticket sales. UAO elimi- As I'm sure many of you already Arena, April 11 may have gone on sale at 8:00 a.m. nated this option for the students and offered stu- know, "South Park: Bigger, Longer yesterday, but some students began getting in line dents the best seats available in their desired price and Uncut" was nominated for an much earlier. range. academy award for best original Groups of people, some with sleeping bags and "They should have planned better." said song. Yes, it's true. "Blame Canada" tents, began to set up a makeshift camp in front of Michael Chalabrese. senior psychology major, and is going to be performed at the Saddlemire as early as 5:00 p.m. Wednesday. most students agreed. Oscars, right between Phil Collins' The first students to show up were very enthu- "It sucks." Said Nick Rizardi. freshman psy- song from "Tarzan" and Aimee siastic about Bush coming to BGSU. chology major. "It shouldn't have taken this long Mann's "Save Me" from Magnolia. "It's awesome. I love Bush," said Kim Fran- for me to get tickets." Many students who arrived And people wonder why I love the cisangelo, who was one of the first people in line. as early as 1:00 a.m. ended up waiting for up to 13 Oscars "I was shocked that UAO got such a big act." hours to get tickets. ' Most students blamed the But that might not be the only Other students who arrived early fell the same. delays to poor planning and not to those that were surprise win of the night. Every year "I saw Bush during their 'Sixteen Stone' tour, working the event. there are a few nominations that are and they were awesome then." said Nicole Min- Engelman defended the system of selling tick- surprising, but this year there were nick. senior, language arts education. "It's some- ets saying that he didn't want students to be over- more surprises than there were plot thing new. and the two of them together (Bush and charged on their bursar's account. holes in "End of Days." Moby) is a really good combo." "We just want to do it right." One movie that might upset both By 2:00 a.m. the group of people outside Sad- Despite the long hours and missed classes, the Best Screenplay and Best Direc- delmire looked more like a giant party than a line almost all of the students agreed that it was a small tor categories is "The Sixth Sense." for a concert. People sold food they made on price to pay to get tickets. Everyone was expecting the movie hibachi as dozens of stereos played music from According to Rizzardi. who was in line at 3:00 to get a best supporting actor nod for various places in line. a.m. and didn't leave until after 2:00 p.m. the amazing performance by II- Many of the students said they loved the atmos- "It's worth it for Bush." year-old Haley Joel Osmct, but no phere Tickets for the concert will be on sale tomorrow one is expecting it tit get five more "I've never seen anything like this before. It's 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Saddlemire. nods. like a big party." said Josh Lesure, junior, corpo- Of course, with every good sur- rate finance. "I thought there would only be six or BEN FRENCH/ The BG Newi prise nomination, there's at least one seven people here." bad one. For me. the most obvious Brian Engelman. Concert Director for UAO. TICKETS— After 10 hours of waiting would be for Meryl Strcep in also loved the mood. "Music of the Heart." Not a great "The atmosphere was like Woodstock. The freshman Troy Thomas finally made it movie, the critics hated it. and it's people here are definitely going to remember this." to the front of the line. Some students terribly inaccurate considering it's As tickets went on sale at 8:00 a.m. the pleasant had reported waiting for as many as 13 based on events that took place less mood of the crowd began to change as they found hours in the line that opened at 8 a.m. than 20 years ago. It's so off-center out that the line was moving much more slowly yesterday. The tickets for the MTV that one of the people portrayed in than expected. the film is considering suing the Campus Invasion Tour, featuring Bush At times the line seemed to be at a complete and Moby will be on sale today at 8 a.m. filmmakers. standstill, as UAO staff would only allow four stu- However, despite all this I still dents at a time into the building to buy tickets. have to give Meryl some credit, Once inside, students had to fill out one of two because this is the third time in five years she's been nominated for a movie that more or less completely sucked ("Bridges of Madison Coun- ty" and "One True Thing" preceded Zoo celebrates 100 years with living history it). If there was a "Best Performance in a piece of crap" category, she'd of research and photo collection to mmk Encounter. features more photographs and his- different events during the week of tory surrounding the Zoo. The book June 24 through July I. Zoo hours have it locked. LISA BETTINGER be done along with the design itself. ^k Entry to the Zoo has What was even more surprising The past is full of events that may I changed over time too. The is available in both the North Star for that week will be from 10 a.m. to were some of the "Oscar snubs" ENTERTAINMENT WRITER have gone unknown to visitors. Dur- tunnel that once went Trading Post gift shop and via the 8 p.m. She also said that ABC's which seem to get more and more ing its early years the Zoo faced an j under the Anthony Zoo's website, www.toledozoo.org. "Good Morning America" will be puzzling each year. For the second It all began 100 years ago when a uncertain future due to finances. ■jp Wayne Trail has Along with the book there broadcasting from 7 lo 9 am year in a row. Jim Carrey won a single woodchuck was donated to On the zoo grounds there are five now been replaced are several other on June 13. Golden Globe, but failed to even the Parks Board in Toledo. Today buildings built by the " ^- by a covered bridge. items being OF The Toledo Zoo garner a nomination from the acade- the Toledo Zoo has expanded to Works Progress The Toledo Zoo offered to com- is located on the my. This surprised a lot of people, include both an African Savanna and Administration and has also been the memorate the Anthony and pissed off a few more. Suppos- the new Arctic Encounter. the Federal home of special Centennial * M Wayne Trail. edly the writers for the Oscars have In celebration of their centennial Emergency events including the which are To get to the to scrap half of their jokes now. year, the Toledo Zoo has opened a Relief Act dur-jj annual Lights Before also at Zoo from because they involved Jim Carrey or living history exhibit. The exhibit, ing the Great Christmas. The North Bowling Andy Kaufman in some way. located in the Zoo's museum, is a Depression. Zoo's amphitheater Star Green Trading Even the people who absolutely collection of vintage photographs Over the years has put on concerts take 1-75 hated "Man On The Moon" for its and memorabilia from the Zoo's exhibits have changed with many different Post. North to somewhat inaccurate portrayal of past. "We have tons of photos from and more buildings have acts. Recent concerts at exit Kaufman's life said that Carrey's the early I900's to today." said been added. In the I980's the Zoo included The Brian 201 A. performance was downright scary. Sharon Armstrong, a Zoo represen- the African Savanna opened Setzer Orchestra. Counting Crows. There ' The Zoo is Jim Carrey was Andy Kaufman in tative. There will also be vintage with the Hippoquarium, the Natalie Merchant. The Tragically are also open from that movie, and if I was him I'd video footage and a large wall first of its kind in any zoo. In Hip and The Steve Miller Band just several 10 a.m. and crash the show dressed like Tony mural. Also included is a memorial more recent years the Zoo has to name a few. I other cen- ticket sales Clifton (Kaufman's fat/evil alter- to some of the Toledo Zoo's most opened the Kingdom of the Along with the Centennial exhib- tennial cele- end at 4 p.m. ego) and raise some hell. loved residents. Apes and the Primate Forest it there is a book which also com- bration events Visitors have Then there was "The Hurricane." According to Armstrong the cen- exhibits. Just a few months memorates the Toledo Zoo's first taking place at the until one hour after Sure. Denzel Washington got nomi- tennial exhibit has been in the works ago. the Zoo gave its seals 100 years "The Toledo Zoo's First Toledo Zoo later this ticket sales close to nated, making the Best Actor cate- for two years. It was designed by the and polar bears a new One Hundred Years: A Century of summer. According to Arm- complete their visit. gory a two-way race between him Zoo's in-house graphics and exhibits home in the Arctic Adventure," written by Ted Ligibel, strong the Zoo will be hosting a and Kevin Spacey, but that was it for department. There were many hours week long celebration with m;in\ the film. No Best Screenplay. Best Picture or Best Supporting Actor for Viccllous Reon Shannon's outstand- ing performance as Lesra Martin, the youth that helped get Rubin "Hurricane" Carter out of jail. Part of this may be because many critics have attacked this film for its New play 'sin'My good time "blatant inaccuracies" which, in truth, are very minor. It's not like ticipation addresses "Amadeus." in which they changed Bret Harte is showing are also pan of the the way the title character died. Play co-umtten by humorist Mark Twain, "The Insider" was also heavily As criticized for its historical inaccura- at joe E. Brown Theatre until March 25 actors cies as well. Some of the people who ety. How would you feel if you repeat are portrayed in it weren't happy. were pulled out by a policemen throughout the per- (Mike Wallace was so mad I thought a ANAPEREIRA because you were playing the formance: "Death vein in his 81-year-old head was going THEATRE CRITIC music too loud when it was real- is final--take the to explode). Despite all of this it still ly because of your skin color? Ah Sin! ethical stand received nods for Best Picture. The ensemble is extremely ver- NOW," the hope is Director and Screenplay. An Elsewhere production satile in portraying sketches that the audience Even though I disagree with at worth a showing at Joe E. Brown related to diversity. You will see takes action and least one nomination in almost every Theatre. First scheduled to be the stereotypes of African Amer- by Bret Harte" relate the perfor- category this year. I'm still going to performed at the small black box icans, gays/lesbians. Christians, and Mark Twain mance to their watch in the hope that it will be an theatre in South Hall. "AH Sin!" Chinese and a Spanish Speaker. experience at entertaining show. And since a pro- debuts on a space where the audi- The African Americans were BGSU. fessional orchestra and choir (with Directed by Jerry JaiTe "Ah Sin!" runs ence is more accessible to the portrayed as lazy people, the Performers: Robin Williams) will be physically important topic of diversity. gays and lesbians as sinners and tonight at 8:00 in forced to perform "Blame Canada." Ally son Forrest the Joe E. Brown The production begins the Chinese and Spanish speak- Brandi Hairston I know it will be through u collaboration process ers as stupid and wanting to lake Theatre and on It's just too bad that "Uncle Jessica Joy Kemock Saturday at 2:00 where the actors get together to advantage of others. Seth Marciniak F#*ker" from "South Park" didn't get compliment each other in what and 8 p.m. Tick- The struggle between whites Rebecca Vincent nominated - now that would have been turns out to be a huge machine...a and blacks also exists and are ets are $3 and an entertaining musical number. society, with a need for mutual portrayed by actors Arthur Ross reservations James Eldred is taking a BIG nap understanding and collaboration and ICorrin Wager in a series of cannot be after wailing in line 13 hours for Moby made in from each and every one. gentle but challenging move- GRADE: tickets. Hopefully, he will awake The production outlines the ments on stage. Personal experi- advance. from his slumber in time for the director s concern of racial and ences, commentaries, back- Oscars. You can e-mail him at ethnical discrimination in soci- ground music and audience par- [email protected]. page 10 The BG News Friday. March 24. 2000 ENTERTAINMENT www.bgnezos.com/now South by Southwest Film Festival Big Creak will perform at Dance Marathon showcases many fine films MIKETUTTLE E^RTAINMENT WRITER point that came out of the evening bankruptcy. Brilliant and hilarious. was that a lot of film students talk Fineman's 427 "films" are the gem The Big Creak, a popular region- about making films. Students like in this movie. ally touring band from Bowling Spike Lee and Jim Jarmusch (class- Hamlet: If you like Shakespeare Green, will play at BGSU's Dance mates at NYU) didn't talk. They in modern setting, you'll love this Marathon tomorrow night The made. film. If you don't you'll despise it. group, which incorporates pop, rock, funk and blues into their music, is in Janeane Garafalo: The Screen Simple enough. Kyle Geary, Sam town for two shows, the second of Actors' Guild set up a panel called Shcpard, Bill Murray. Liev which will be at Dance Marathon, "Conversation with..." Garofalo was Schrieber and Julia Stiles turn in the first being last night's Howard's asked questions by the audience and excellent performances as Horatio, Club H. by the mediator. Stephen Kessler the Ghost. Polonius. Ophielia and This year marks the third consec- (director of "The Independent"). She utive appearance for the band at the Laertes; Ethan Hawke does justice fundraising event. Lead singer and proved to be a very entertaining con- to the title character. guitarist Jim Koch said the band Keep your Sundance. versationalist, also quite blunt at George Wallace: Settin' the always looks forward to playing at I prefer a film festival of a differ- times. Contrary to popular belief, Woods on Fire: This documentary Dance Marathon. Photo Provided ent direction. she is quite confident in her abilities is the fastest way to spend three "The last two years have been Many of us film afficiandos great at Dance Marathon. The in talking and in stand-up comedy. hours. It draws you in, tells the story BIG SHOWS— Bowling Green's Big Creak plans to entertain the know of the Sundancc/Slam- crowd is always receptive and they Garofalo's biggest concern was and leaves you with a tale that is dancers at Dance Marathon for the third straight year. dance/No Dance phenomena. We always get up and then get down. the lack of well-written female parts more well-crafted than most Holly- We're always excited to play there.'' know who won the New York Film some new material they are working techniques. Overall, it's a much in film, as well as casting directors wood scripts. About the life of the Most of the material at tomorrow Festival We love the Toronto Film on for their next album. Koch said looser album." Koch said. preference of a certain type of look controversial Alabama governor, night's show will come from the Festival. We all babble about the album's release date is unknown, Copies of This One will be sold at to every leading actress. A celebrity this is not a movie you are allowed group's debut album. This One, but that fans can expect a different tomorrow night's show. The Big Cannes. Some of us frequent Tel- released last May. The album is an who deserves more of it. to miss. feel to the music and to the album as Creak will donate a percentage of all luride. Promotion/P.R.: The two panels impressively well-produced, tightly- a whole. CD and T-shirt sales to Dance Noriega: God's Favorite: If you knit group of songs that focus on But the only gathering of cell focusing on Web Promotion and "For this one we're definitely Marathon. A recently released cas- see this title, avoid it at all costs. growing up, discontent, heartbreak phone-toting film geeks that can get Festival PR. happened to be the going with the poppy sound. A raw sette single featuring two new songs Complete schlock-humor version of and change. me to skip a week of college is the most useful of the conference. With feel will be there as well, which will also be available for free. Noriega's life. Painful. The band will also showcase comes from different recording South by Southwest Film Festival in literally thousands of films being Rollercoaster: This Canadian Austin. Texas. released in a year, lop-notch films .,■ . film won the jury prize for best nar- This seven-year-old film festival are no longer getting the publicity rative feature. One of the few films received over 1.700 entries for 10 needed to bring them to the fore- that looks at the chaos of teenage days of screenings. South by South- ground The constant point that The emotions without driving itself into MIDWEST west (SxSw) is interesting in that came across is "Finish your film, drivel and angst. Find this one if you larger budget films are put in the then get some help to promote the "Special Screenings" category, hell out of it." can. thereby giving really small-budget Target Shoots First: Remember Bowling Green BG Films films the chance to win competi- The Big Kahuna: Kevin Spacey. Columbia House? Remember how it 3/31' tions. Rainer Maria/Aloha @ I lowarcj's Danny DeVito and Peter Facinelli capitalized on the alternative music But enough with the explanation. star in this engaging film The cine- scene to increase its tnail-order prof- News I'll just go into the highlights of the Ibledo matography isn't anything spectacu- it? This documentary comes from 3/24 conference and what films to look lar, but the script and (he three char- Christopher Wilcha. a college stu- Groove Therapy 6 li.iii SI lop for (or avoid) in the near future. acters arc so real that you can't help dent who became a marketing exec- 3/27 Panels but think that you've stumbled upon utive without any experience. He David Copperfleld GStranahan Theatei Spike Lee: Not part of SxSw. but 3/31 Wants to an actual scene from life. A perfect took his camcorder to work with part of TV station KLRU's "Distin- Creed @ Toledo Sports Arena example of perfect acting and writ- him everyday, and the result is an guished Speaker Series" timed to Sevendtisl & Toledo Spoil', Arena ing. intriguing look at a kid with a punk coincide with the festival. Tickets mentality working with a bunch of wish the The Independent: Jerry Stiller Zleveland were about $40. but we knew some plays the role of Morty Fineman. a guys in suits. Winner of both the people with the station. 3/26 Roger Corman-csque filmmaker audience and jury prize for best doc- Lee proved himself a very Third Lye Blind/Tonic @ John Carroll who is celebrating his 30th year of umentary feature, and it earned both University dancers thoughtful and well-spoken film- filmmaking. The problem is that of them. maker who wasn't afraid to be hon- 3/27 nobody else is. Along with his assis- J. Michael Bestul has many more est and blunt. He talked about his Promise Ri"R © Grog Shop opinions and stories from this festi- life, his films, his politics and took tant. (Max Perlich). and his daugh- 3/28 the best val. Get access to his rants through questions from attendants. The main ter. Paloma (Garofalo), he tries to D'Angelo @ Palace Theater bring Fineman films back from bcst@ bgnet. bgsu. edit. 3/31 Rulf Ryder/Cash Money Tour (i Gtincl Arena of lack The Make-Up @ Grog Shop Tracy Chapman @ Palace Theater Detroit at Dance Marathon Application forms may be picked up at 204 West Hall. Deadline is Thursday, April 13 at 4 p.m. i Friday, March 24, 2000 The BG News page 11 ENTERTAINMENT www bgnews. com/now Looks can be deceiving. At first after 12 tracks finished I thought my glance of the cover and Angie Aparo CD player had become possessed. himself, it looks like this is going to The display screen started jumping be one heavy duly rock extravagan- tracks Before I decided to unplug za. Don't let that fool you. the amer- the bugger the american began. It ican would easily fit into the play carries on in the acoustic tradition list of any major radio station. and picks up where "Wonderland" Aparo has gone through some left off. changes since he obtained his record Don't let the cover or the Chris give us a picture of an animated less pretentious) and when they Pura and releases as strong as deal. He went from an acoustic gui- Gaines/Billy Corgan look of Aparo Elton? And what is up with the white want to rock out. they do so with the Painful. And Nothing Turned... tar soloist to a modern rock clone. scare you off The tracks on the suit that Sir Elton is wearing on the best of them. Part Velvet Under- seems to see the band in a state of The CD's producer. Matt Serletic. american would easily fit on top 40 back cover? ground and part Beatles, they are the flux-experimenting with their sound was a driving force behind Match- radio. Fans of bands like Matchbox This was one of the few times I dependable stalwarts of the wildly and lapsing into repetition. It's a box 20. That same sound is captured 20. Third Eye Blind or any other actually took a CD out of my stereo inconsistent indie-scene. shame, because there's powerful stuff here. modern rock/pop group will find before it was done. It was not god- Which is why And Nothing here, it's just buried beneath layers of Unlike Matchbox 20's Rob something to like on this album. awful but it did not live up to expec- Turned... is such a disappointing ambiance and atmosphere. So props Thomas. Aparo has a much more Other than a few small slips in lyrics tations. It honestly could have been effort. There's no denying there's to Yo La Tengo for not getting in an gentle voice. He is also a decent and melody, it is an overall decent better if a little more time and effort genius at work on some tracks-like artistic rut and even bigger props for songwriter, but he is far from per- album. had been spent in the recording stu- the beautiful "Saturday" and the attempting to fashion an indie-rock fect. The first single "Spaceship" GRADE: B dio. An ever better idea would have catchier-than-syphilis sound of record that isn't mopey or whiny, it's again uses that robotic voice effect -Lisa Bellinger been to release a CD with the songs "Let's Save Tony Orlando's House." just an extension of their talents that that has become so well loved in as they appear in the movie. But for the most part Yo La Tengo in bits and pieces seems to work, but music today. It could have been bel- GRADE: D has slid into such a mellow groove on the whole doesn't stick. ter without it "Hush" lakes a place -Lisa Bellinger (nothing wrong there), but lets that GRADE: C+ as being one of the best tracks on the Did you know? mellowness consume the album. At ■Erik Pepple album. Il successfully combines Elton John: Road times it seems as if the words are 1H> AHfcK LAN acoustic sounds while adding just a just too much for them to spit out. touch of technology. "Cry" could be It takes an to El Dorado With Yo La Tengo, though, lyrics a kind of male answer 10 Alanis's are almost always secondary to the "You Oughta Know." Il is a mellow aluminum sound. Even sound-wise the wind yet emotional number (hat also can Soundtrack seems to have been knocked out of stands out. 2000-Dreamworks their sails-no more so on the 17- After a while Aparo slips. "Beau- 80-100 minute epic "Night Falls on Hobo- tiful" has a little too much of the Elton John and Tim Rice won ken," which drones on and on with cheesy I980's feeling with it. "It's years to Oscars for their work on Disney's no climax or crescendo in sight. Alright" slips a little as well. It is a "The I.ion King." This lime they are Also, the sound begins to grow little weak in melody and it seems a decompose. doing the musical honors for indistinguishable after a few listens, little lose. Drcamwork's "The Road to El which makes this a perfect record to "Wonderland" is the saving grace Dorado." lull you into a reverie. alter these minor falls. It has incred- SpiiNnxIr^thL-GrtifcrEnvirjniKnlal While "The Lion King" was full It is a shame to see Yo La Tengo Angie Aparo: the ible strings in the background. It is a of bold, lush sounds, this record is a release such a disappointing disc-a wonderful track. Vn trams and yet* Campus Rccydmg big disappointment. "El Dorado" is Yo La Tengo: And disc that everyone else seems to be Aparo also has an interesting way fopm like the can of pop you opened a piling the critical hosannas on. After american of hiding tracks as well. I may be week ago and forgot about. It's flat Reference. AUIIUJJOJL Scpi/Ocl 1998 Then Nothing the gorgeous, landmark Electr-o- 2000-Arista Records ruining the fun or the surprise but and hard to swallow. It's just anoth- er bad pop album. Some of these songs may work in Turned Itself the movie, but when Sir Elton takes them on. they just seem stupid. One Inside-Out of Tim Rice's finest lyrical moments comes to us in "16th Century Man." 2000-Matador Records t skills and almost brings the house Under Foot." "Kashmir." and "Ten The song has brilliant lyrics like. down. "What Is and What Should Years Gone" show Zeppelin's exten- "Just because we are Happy rock n' roll marriages are PETE STELLA Never Be" gives the even biggest sive musical talents. "Kashmir" is Hispanic/Doesn't mean we are about as rare as a monosyllabic ENTERTAINMENT WRITER Zeppelin fan goose-bumps. oceanic/Quite frankly we've had word out of Dennis Miller's mouth. The Crowes also get Page's influ- considered one of Zeppelin's break- water up to here." If I had not known For every Jon Spencer and Cristina The past month has seen the reap- ence on their songs, such as "Shake through songs and adds an interest- Martinez (he of the Blues Explosion pearance of one of rock and roll's that this was from a movie. I would Your Money Maker" and a new ing and mystical Middle Eastern greatest bands. Led Zeppelin, in two have laughed even more. she of Boss Hog) there's a Richard track. "Sloppy Drunk." awesome yet different forms. sound to an already diverse CD. The song "El Dorado" is done in and Linda Thompson or an Ike and The joint project between Page In one form, Zeppelin guitarist "Achilles Last Stand" and the typical Elton John style. It could Tina Turner or their modern day and the Crowes was a fabulous idea Jimmy Page teams up with the have been salvageable if il was used equivalent Bobby Brown and Whit- and should pave the way for older absolutely blistering "Nobody's ney Houston. Marriages plagued by Black Crowes to record 13 Zeppelin on a regular album. The movie's big and younger bands to team up and Fault But Mine" are featured off of abuse, alcoholism, cocaine addic- tunes and a few Crowes' songs in a theme. "Someday Out of the Blue" perform the same task with the same live CD recorded at the end of 1999 the Presence album. "Nobody's could have been better if it was tion, spousal infidelity and any other success. on a two-disc set. The other form Fault But Mine" is one of Zeppelin's slower. Many of the songs, like dysfunction you can list. This awesome disc is only avail- "Friends Never Say Goodbye" just Which is why the happy marriage sees Page selecting ten classic Zep- I he three guitars, instead ot just able on the Internet at www.music- longer songs but one's ears will be make no sense lyrically. For an even between Yo La Tengo's Ira Kaplan pelin songs for the second install- one. let Page venture off and jam out maker.com. treated to great guitar riffs and the bigger riot you can take a listen to and Georgia Hubley is so out of the ment of the greatest hits collabora- while the members of the Crowes Latter Days: The Best of Led legendary Bonham's famous drum the county influenced "The Trail We ordinary. Even more out of the ordi- tion. Both CDs are unique in their keep the pounding melodies and Zeppelin Volume 2 Blaze." This song makes "16th Cen- nary is the fact they've decided to sound and both install the sense of methods. rhythms. This disc, which was released tury Man" tolerable. make a concept album about their power that Zeppelin can bring to the Finishing up the CD are "All My "Out On The Tiles/Whole Lotta yesterday, brings out some of Zep- Dreamworks is trying really hard (sometime) marital bliss. Taking the party. Love (Medley)" mixes two different pelin's greatest tracks from some of Love" and "In the Evening," which to top Disney in the animation road less traveled by most indie- Jimmy Page and (he Black songs and shows off Robinson's their best works come off their second to last disc In department. The movies may be rockers (i.e. the road about happy Crowes: Live at the Greek vocal capacities. "Whole Lotta From Houses of the Holy, which close but the mouse is still kicking things), they are making an Page and the six-member Through The Out Door. These songs Love" has some of the highest vocal features the controversial album (ail in the music arena. Not only admirable attempt at proving rock n' Crowes, fronted by soulful Chris are memorable but could disappoint changes of any Zeppelin song. "Hey cover of semi-naked children climb- have John and Rice jumped ship, but roll, specifically indie-rock, does not Robinson whose cover of Zeppelin Hey What Can I Do," was covered ing on rocks. "The Song Remains a true Zeppelin fan due to (heir soft- Disney staples Hans Zimmer and necessarily have to bathe in lakes of singer Robert Plant's vocals would so brilliantly by Hootie and the The Same" and "No Quarter" are ness and lack of thunder. Randy Newman arc here as well. lachrymosity to be intriguing. probably make Plant stand up and Blowfish on the Zeppelin tribute added to the greatest hits album. Even with this stable of stars who The end result is curious, disap- applaud, pick out 13 great songs that Latter Days: The Best of Led album. "Encomium," is the last Zep- "The Song Remains The Same" is have backed Disney movies, this CD pointing, brilliant in bits and pieces sound incredible with the Crowes Zeppelin Volume 2 combines some pelin song covered on the CD and is is inferior. The sound is weak and and cumbersomely titled And Then southern music background. an upbeat and yet hard rock favorite one of the best. The addition of the for fans and "No Quarter" shows of Zeppelin's greatest works and thin. Nothing Turned llself Inside-Out. They have picked songs from Crowes' musical knowledge will give a new generation a chance There arc more mysteries to this Yo La Tengo has always been one several Zeppelin albums and added Zeppelin's adventuresome side with expands the songs' possibilities and of indie-rock's most consistent new twists and solos to the master- the song's trippy melody and Plant's to listen (o some music that really CD than there are in El Dorado makes you sing out loud. bands. Their sonic experiments put pieces. Page, who is in his late 50s. spooky and distorted sounding rocks. itself. For one. why is Elton John Other songs covered on the disc- to shame most things Sonic Youth sounds as good as he did the day vocals. thanking the Backstreet Boys when include the powerful "Nobody's GRADES: dabbles in (and are a heckuva lot Zeppelin and late drummer John Four tracks are taken from the they are nowhere to be found on the Fault But Mine," in which Robinson Live at the Greek: B+ less pretentious) and when they Bonham rocked the BBC with "How double disc smash Physical Graffiti. CD? Why did the record company shows off his incredible harmonica Many More Times?" back in 1969. "Houses of the Holy." 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Call 352-2149. 7am - 2pm and 5pm - 10pm 352-7454 WINTHROP TERRACE www.homecityice.com Camp counselors & lifeguards needed tor Liberal starting wage! 1 bdr. apt. across from campus. Avail APTS., 400 E. Napoleon BG, OH. !! co-ed summer camp near Ann Arbor. Apply at Kautman's at the Lodge May. for one year lease $350/month + 1 & 2 BDRM. apts avail. Great Job Opportunities Room, board & salary. 734-878-6628. 1628 E WoosterSt. utilities. Call (419) 893-1277, evenings Call 352-9135 Hmng Students Part lime NOW and full Time During Summer & Breaks Flexible Hours & GREAT PAY U We offer 10-40+ hours / week Route Delivery & Packaging Positions $6.00 - $10.00 per hour 1-800-899-8070 Located just minutes from Campus! Special Display Personals We Also Have Facilities in Other Cities, Call Us! ■ Lexington. KY ■ -1/ i,i ./ / DaytorvSpiingtieW 1-800-283-5511 Show your friends, roommates & classmates how special they are. 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Great job at Dance Harathon! Or call 372-6977 for Now gou can rest! ROB! Tomorrow! more information. Love, loue, Elizabeth THON 2POO! IT'S BURSARABLE! the Gang at Apt 2B (Starts at 10 am in the rec) The time has come for our bif- commitment Deadline 2 days prior to publication by 4:00 to make small miracles l ^> L * **r ■&R '•'■'- 1 Dance Marathon Special Edition 1,2000 FIVE •i YEARS mm *' 4T n V U,§ \! t «5 ™ ft <$ 1 J£L2 / GIVING iL.v *v* 1* <• 1996-2000 Page 2 The March 24,2000 Big commitment helps small miracles By Dave Roth, Kristen Balas and Sara Last year, the marathon raised Grlgsby over $217,000 for children who suffer Dance Marathon Fever Invades BQ form terminal Illnesses, serious disease It is nearing the end of March, or severe trauma. The money that Is and at Bowling Green around this time raised this year will benefit the Mercy for the past four years, that has meant Children's Hospital, and will buy med- Dance Marathon time. ical equipment and toys that all chil- This year is no different, as the dren can benefit from and some tradition is becoming increasingly pop- money will go to the Make -A-Wish ular. Nearly 340 University students foundation . this year will participate in a full 32- hour "marathon of dancing". Students at Dance Marathon 1999 (Dance Marathon continued on page 9) Edrtor-irvChief Bead bracelets bring students benefits By Melissa Kimbler of the bracelets has also made them popular. Bead bracelets can be found at acces- raphy Editor Bead bracelets are dangling from the "Their not flashy," she said. "Anyone sory boutiques, brand name stores, supermar- wrists of trendy girls at Bowling Green State can kets and catalogues. They range In price from 97 cents (at Wd-Mart) to $24 (in Spiegel's Photographer University. The bracelets are made of plastic or spring catalogue). wooden beads strung on an elastic band. Some According to color, these beads are bracelets promise their wearers rewards believed to create the following fates: lie Relations Director according to the color of beads. Particular Rose beads promote love and self- stimulated stones guarantee fortunes such as belief, as well as weight loss. Turquoise caus- llyCline weight loss, wealth and Inspiration. Others es self-confidence and serenity. Coral beads claim that the wearer will experience the heal- will protect you from harm and resolve con- Web Director ing benefits of magnetic therapy. flicts. Pearl beads bring financial success, and The fortune Idea has really helped to red beads will lessen your negativity and boost the popularity of the bead bracelet. Beaded bracelets have become diminish fear or anger. Green will help you Staff Writers "People really buy into it," said Sarah a popular trend at BGSU. achieve success and greater accomplishments. Jennifer Ozello Wfenner. a sophomore Fashion Merchandising Amethyst Is believed to promote Inner peace Elaine Downard major. "If an accessory can bring you good wear them, and you can wear them anywhere. and spiritual healing. Black onyx bracelets Megan Adams luck and looks good, why not give it a try?" They're perfect for casual times, like going to will change bad habits, and are also said to be Dave Roth According to Wfenner, the simplicity class, or for going out." a stone of higher Inspiration. Laura Linek I Melissa Klmbler • LAMBDA • KAPPA • THETA • ETA • Amanda Cleary Andrea Ansted O B.G.'s Largest selection X T-Shirts « Tanks Greek Merchandise Account Executive Sweatshirts Balloons Mike Palmlsane < Windbreakers I.D. Covers Banks Organizers s Hats Checkbook Covers Calendars o O M Jackets Playing Cards BGSU Clothing s 09 Sorority Bags Magnets Dry Cleaning Service O Coffee Mugs Candy Tuxedo Rental w Plastic Mugs Jars Socks Greeting Cards o 2 < Tumblers Jewelry Gift Wrap Glass Mugs Watches Balloon Bouquets .Jkkr Shot Glasses Pins z Squeeze Bottles Pencils O Support J Key Pens •— X 09 Stickers Bumper Stickers X Dance ft. Frame Window Stickers o Chalkboards Stationary Marathon • Best Selection • Best Service • Best Quality • CO X Your Sewn on Letters and Embroidery Specialists O 2000! a. S Collegiate Connection Book Your Paddle > _ 531 Ridge Street ^ X Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 Party Now For rw O (419)352-8333 30% Off > • GAMMA • DELTA • EPSILON • ZETA • TETA • IOTA G March 24,2000 Gavel Page 3 A-O-Pi is going full speed By Laura Linek Pi'" Ozello said. "We all wore tions, and we have a lot of As spring semester old soccer uniforms or cheer other members who are on 2000 is winding down. Ihe leading uniforms orjerseys." special committees." women of Alpha Omicron Pi Other social events The sisters of A-O- sorority arc still going full planned for this spring Pi have been working hard to speed. include a Pajama Jam date raise money all semester. The women kicked party and a formal in April. They held change wars within off the new semester in On March 19, the their house and also had a January when they attended women of Alpha Omicron Pi Valentine's Day bake sale. their annual Founders Day at held their philanthropy with Many of the women also went the University of Toledo. Alpha Sigma Phi. Other canning to help raise addi- Jennifer Ozello, a chapters on campus pay to tional money. junior English major, said play in the three on three-bas- With a semester full Founders day is a great way ketball tournament. All of the of social events, philanthropy for members to get together money raised by the two and sisterhood the women of and share their experiences." chapters is donated to the A-O-Pi are going strong. "Members from the Special Olympics. "The best part about UT chapter, our chapter and And like most other being a member of A-O-Pi is alumni members get together chapters, A-O-Pi is gearing the sisterhood and leadership and we have a banquet. up for Dance Marathon. skills that are available to Ozello said. "It is a time when Courtney Herman, a us," Herman said. we can all get together each junior elementary education year." major, said the chapter is The sisters of A-0- really getting excited for the Pi have also enjoyed cutting big event. loose this semester at a vari- "We have eight ety of social events. dancers, a total of five dancer "WJe had a date party group representatives, some called Sporting it with A-0- are doing it for other organiza- Spring Book Buy Back Has Started At Proud Supporter of Dance Marathon Get your personalized graduation announcements within 24 hours ! 530 E. Wooster • 353-7732 • Hours 9am - 5:30pm Page 4 March 24,2000 Freddie and Frieda fly high for Dance Marathon By Kelly Cline describe," said Beth Borkosky, senior education major. "Dance will be required to dance and motivate the other dancers Marathon is an overwhelming event and being Frieda allows me throughout the night. Under the feathers and behind the beak lies the an opportunity to give back for all of my cherished experiences." Labbe feels that this duty simply overlaps his year long Bowling Green State University falcon's vision for the success of Dance Marathon and entertaining kids are nothing work of being the upbeat and animated Freddie Falcon. Before the student body. he cheered on the BGSU teams and now he must root for the From the beginning of this past fall semester until the dancers. recent beheading of the falcon mascots, four BGSU students had "As a morale captain I am looking forward to be peppy to keep their Freddie and Frieda identities a secret. without having to keep my identity a secret," said Labbe. Jon Labbe and Michael Perlatti reign as Freddie "Making an appearance as Freddie is going to make the experi- Falcon and Sara Brewer and Beth Borkosky as the female coun- ence 100 times better and it Is going to make the kids day." terpart, Frieda. They all have dedicated countless hours repre- Michael Perlatti, senior interpersonal communications senting Bowling Green as the University's mascots at a variety major said, "The most rewarding aspect of being Freddie Falcon of events ranging from basketball games to job fairs. is to see the smiles of the children and the uplifting pleasure that The upcoming 32-hour Dance Marathon is one of their is found through their laughter." favorite campus events and there is no denying that these birds "I love being Frieda Falcon, said Sarah Brewer, senior are ready to fly. Freddie & Frieda will be at Thon 2000 this weekend theatre major. "And it is an honor to be involved with Dance "I enjoy being Frieda and being able to make students Marathon in any capacity. To be able, as Frieda, to make a smile and laugh by my new to these birds of a feather. Each has been involved with dancer forget that he has been on his feet for hours or to make a presence, but when one Dance Marathon before, whether it be through moral ing or vol- child forget that they are sick, It Just doesn't get any better than of the kids come up and unteering as a security guard. that." hug you, its a feeling John Labbe, junior physical education major is going Dance Marathon is surely the wind beneath Freddie that vou cannot to be a morale captain at this year's marathon. For 32-hours, he and Frieda's wings. KAKAKAKAKAKA The sisters of KAPPA ALPHA Gamma Phi Beta Dance Marathon 2000 wish to congratulate DANCE ON OVER TO Good Luck our dancers! Len -Tf A Kikiffi Willow Kotlan Rob JX^V Jordo Megan Wheeler WINTHROP TERRACE Cliff Romeo S Eli Meade Newman David M Sharon Hollis Still Have a Few One & Danielle Zunk REMEMBER: Kristie Schaeffer Two Bedroom Try...there is no try. Karee Venema Apartments Available! There is either Lisa Toscnberger do or do not. DGR:Diane Schroeder (2000-2001) DO IT FOR CODY! SO. I tI AH \ AHA AHA AH \ \H \ \HA \H \ \E \ AHA AHA AH \ Good Luck Alpha Xi Dancers Oaime Brechel Committee Members Delta Dance Sara Gullfoyle Kara Doenges- Core Com Marathon 2000 Cortnuij Herman Oenn Kovach- Core Com 0111 Kaplan i[ Valerie Longfleld- Core Com. Dancers! Oen Mosel ■• Becca Norwood Jen Ozello _ Sam Shock 1 Colleen Paoano * Katie Fucik fj; Kristin Ferrette Leslie Voisard Shannon Harrison Veronica Hagan MoralerS Katie Rollenhagen it Michelle Hoyung Staeetj Balsega Martina Amhrosic Cyndi Redman DGRfe Kim Drain k> Dorothy Fauseti Beth Schroeder Alissa Wechter f Lindsay Oarratt Lauren Carpeta GOOD LOCK TO ALL THE AOri'0 PARTICIPATING OI Lindsay Oswalt DANCE MARATHON! Jessica Hoeffer Leslie Koch Best of luck to all the dancers! \ Z\ \ H\ \ HV \ EV \ ZV \ EY YEY \ EV VEY YZY YZV • '. • •- March 24,2000 Page 5 Spring Awards springs positive role models By Dave Young and Niki Sams "Spring Awards captures the year for Greeks," said bronze levels to be awarded," said Urban. Urban. "It allows students and faculty to see just how special In addition, a "Most Improved Chapter Award" will There has always been the familiar song and dance of Greek lil<- Is." be given. various stereotypes associated with Greeks, but with the Vice president of the Interfraternity Council, Joe "The new structure of awards will be greatly benefi- Spring Awards banquet on April 9, Greeks have a chance to Guyette said, "Role models tnily emerge throughout the year cial," states IFC president Steve Swaggerty. "It will give a show what they can do. and Spring Awards allows others to see and recognize just how chance to recognize more chapters who really deserve it." Many Greeks face stereotypes throughout college, but Important individuals are. The Spring Awards will feature guest speaker, Lisa Spring Awards is one time that Greeks are recognized for Urban explained the changes in this years' awards Fedler, who will be presenting an award in her name spon- friendship, leadership, campus and community involvement ceremony. sored by Delta Chi. and for the Individuals chapter's emerging role models. "This year the Spring Awards Committee wishes to Spring Awards also brings together the entire Greek recognize not only one chapter for the Chapter Excellence community to celebrate and recognize outstanding leaders, Award but chapters and events that embody what Greek life stands for. three. This year's directors, Mary Beth Urban and Jon Gest, There are WELCOME BACK! are both looking forward to bringing the morale up for Spring now gold, Awards. silver, and Time to get back into the rat race. Don't lose out on leasing 2000-2001 228 S. 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Rentals www. newloverealty. com Page 6 March 24,2000 By Jennifer Ozello Kari Howard -- BG 24-TV and journalism BG 24 News lias given Kari Howard six- says. The on-air experience has been duced. worked camera, lighting, audio and Brokaw gained some respect for her and her ?n experience lhal she is mnning wilh. great." produced a show called hard work. NBC Nightly News has even Her oulstarKting skills have even BG 24 "The Journal", a discussion offered her a job after graduation. earned her a job offer from NBC Nighlly News reaches everyone fomm show. "Overall, il was an extraordinary afler she graduates. The senior broadcast who has cable in Last year. Howard was one experience. ! was working with the besi in the Journalism major has been working al BG 24 WKXI county. of four of the Interns t hosen country You learn from these people ever) News for four years, while also working al Howard believes out of 5,000 applicants for day, " she says. PBS Channel 27 and Cosmo's Coffeehouse. that students do internships at NBC Nightly Although Howard doesn't know ii "BG 24 was Ihe reason I came here. tune in because stu- News with Tom Brokaw. she is going to take the job with NBC, she lias Bowl ing Green was one of Ihe only places thai dents in her classes Howard says thai Brokaw is advice for those who want to gel in the field had Iheir own sludenl-nin lelevision station, and on campus very intimidating !>ecause "People don't realize how much she says. comment alxwt see- he is so nationally known. work il lakes." she says. "You have lo have n During her time al BG 24 Howard ing her on Ihe news. "You have to prove yourself in your blood. Il lakes over youi life and your has produced, anchored and done a little bit She believes that j to him." she says. free time. You really have to have tile bug to nl everything. Che eventually wants to be a more people are Howard had Ihe be able lodo it." reporter. watching than we opportunity to travel, "I ve had fixir years of classes in realize. research and gain experi- journalism, but I've learned more at BG 24." During her lime at PBS 27, Howard has pro- ence in Ihe field. n the end, slie believes that Tony Bell -- Lambda Chi Alpha and IFC As chief administrator for the Jin- judicial Ixiard Ix'ing a member of IFC, Bell VI'IN lullilling. Intciftalemity Coimi il, Tony Bell, o( I-amlxl.i constitution and thinks that it's a wonderful [iell enjoys all the possibilities thai Chi Alpha fraternity role model for the inter- the IFC constitu experience. come with Greek life. nils i omnium.v lion. The interfratemallsm is There are so many things, c bailees 1 Tile senior criminal Justice major T want one ill the IM'SI pans." he says. for Greeks lo do so much gcxxl. he sa\s from Massilon. Oh. works lo establish ami the Ixiard to gain "W- have a really strong Ixiard Bell has also IXHMI a Student clerk in.mil.nil a working judii i.il board that is able credibility thai was this SO.II nightgiiaid to handle Infractions and violations of the IFC lacking and As a meintx'i of Lambda He was also previousl) a member of constitution and the Student Code of (undue I increase awareness Chi Alpha. Bell has held Ihe Ihe Id.SI Mills I hums lot two and a half Bells goals loi the |xisiiion are sim I KKrKKT KKI KKI" KKf KKI" KKX KKf" KKf KKP KKf KKI" KKX KKI" KKP We are so proud of our Dancers! Stacy Fabian Marisa Sparks Tara Kunckel Debbie Witten 112 S. Main St. Bowling Green 354-3098 Tara Tierney Misty Satterfield Screen Printing Embroidery Applique Sewing Custom Art Laura Latta Laura Swartz Custom quotes on large orders Kris Ludemann - DGR T-Shirts Jackets Caps Sweatshirts Flannel Apparel Thank you Kappa Moralers, Security, Catering, Jerseys Glassware and Steering Committee ! Serving the community for over 20 years INN INN INN .INN .INN JNN JNN JNN .INN .INN .INN .INN INN INN .INN March 24,2000 Gavelg-\ The i Page 7 Kappa Alpha Order wants to help kids This past semester, the KA's held a Coif which is both a dance and a time to talk about the founda- By Niki Sams Scramble along with the women of Kappa Kappa tion of KA. The Convivium was held at Kauffman's Gamma sorority. Restaurant. With one successful philanthropic event The KA's raised approximately $800 for "It was a lot of fun and I learned a lot about KA." behind (hem. the men of Kappa Alpha Order look stated junior Shelley Miller, elementary education major, forward lo a productive year. who was Invited lo the ( onvlvlum. It was interesting to The KA president, junior secondary edu- experience another aspect ol Greek Life. cation major Andy Alt, has new ideas in store for the fraternity to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. "We haven I really done anything with our Toledo office yet." commented Alt. Together with the KA's in Toledo. Alt Hie Copy Shop inc2 plans to spend more time with the families who have children suffering from Muscular Dystrophy. The men of Kappa Alpha Order celebrate The fraternity is also planning to hecome their ideals of brotherhood. Dance involved with a telethon and kickball game bene- their charity. fiting Muscular Dystrophy. The kickball game is Aside1 from philanthropies, the KAs Marathon! scheduled to take place April 1. have recently taken time to reflect on their Open. M F 9 iO 5 SO Alt has also mentioned the possibility of founding fathers and beliefs. On Feb. 12 352-4068 helping out kids in NBA camps. they held their annual Convivium, Earn and Learn Did you know? 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"Sigma and they also participate in many sports throughout State University campus this year. The sorority is Kappa the year at collegiate, club and intramural levels. committed to promoting life-long friendship, intel- lis play- Sigma Kappa is also involved with communi- lectual and spiritual fulfillment and service for the ty service work and philanthropies involving geron- greater good. tology and Alzheimer's disease. They often spend They are meeting those goals this year time with the residents at the BG Manor, including through widespread involvement. their recent trip to pass out handmade Valentines. "1 am very proud of my chapter overall," said Their philanthropy, Home Run Derby, will be held president Susan Cassetty, senior marketing educa- during Greek Week. The proceeds go to Alzheimer's tion major. "Wfe have members that are so willing to research. lend a helping hand whenever it is needed." This year the chapter is trying to raise their Their members hold key leadership positions all-sororlty grade point average and to get more In campus organizations from Panhellenic Council to members actively involved. Spring recruitment student publications, including the director of Dance involvement increased from last year and they are Marathon, Natalie Cowan and three DM committee Members of Sigma Kappa share not only a looking forward to getting new members Involved in chairs. house, but smiles and friendship, . the chapter's activities. Sigma Kappa also has many other members ing an active role by contributing not only to the Sigma Kappa is also looking forward to their involved in Dance Marathon, including dancers, Greek community, but to the campus and to the town national convention this summer in Florida where moralers and various committee members. of Bowling Green as well." they will meet with members of the sorority from Leadership Academy, held January 22 to Huntzinger also recently attended the Mid- across the nation. They are also looking forward to train chapter leaders across campus, was directed by American Greek Council Association conference in formal this spring, as well as finding new members uarnraNErc Chicago where she served as the vice- during recruitment next fall. COURTNEY president of Order of Omega, a national Cassetty said "W?'re anxious to see what the LIMBERT honor society for Greeks. millenium has in store for Sigma Kappa, we will Wh Good luck & Best Stacl Bishop, senior social reach new heights and grow in sisterhood like never Wishes To Dancers We are very proud of work major, also served as the Order of before." Jamie Brechel you for your dedication Omega president for their national initia- Matt McGown and hard work as a tion at the conference. Andrea Graves, and morale captain. Keep senior, served on the conference staff as Eve Mormino their spirits up. Love, OAAA Cara and Mandi Love, {_ \J \J \J Good Luck to all of the 11 Your Favorite Moraler 0 USG Dance Marathoner's KAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKA Christie Chipps - Entertainment Chair KAPPA ALPHA ORDER Rebecca Fitch - Dancer-DGR Kelly Madger - Morale Captain Dance Marathon 2000 Anthony Jones - Moraler Julie Rienhart - Moraler Len Cramer Roberto Gutierrez Stephanie Brandt - Dancer David Humphrey Rob: Thompson Clint Gault - Dancer Cliff Sweinhagen Jeff Dunham Nick Gresko - Dancer Jordan Ohler KA Rich Maurer Lindsey Niewierski - Dancer Kristen Scott - Dancer Special Thanks Andy Trempsky - Dancer to DGR'S Jerry Unkefer - Dancer UNDERGRADUATE Chris Decker David Young STUDENT GOVERNMENT XOiVOfVXVMXOiVXVXVXVTiVXVTIV^ March 24,2000 Page 9 (Marathon continued from page 2) together and put all this effort into supporting chil- And it keeps going strong. "What is great is that the money raised here dren who they don't even know," said sophomore With such success from the first Dance will go directly to a local organization and we can Heather McCoy, a member of the public relations Marathon, the second year brought more involve- help our community right here in Bowling Green and core committee. ment and support from the University and the com- Toledo," says sophomore dancer. Matt Michaels. And it all started just a few years ago. munity. The addition of two more assistant directors Basically what Dance Marathon consists of is Dance Marathon began in 1993 when Joanne brought more structure to the organization. Individual student dancers coming together through Arnholt, then the Greek Life Director at BG, was The first year there was only one assistant different organizations to raise as much money as looking for an event to unify the Greek community, director and each year following, including this year, they can through donations. These students volun- along with the rest of the campus. their has been an assistant director of external, an teer endless hours as they represent their campus After attending the annual meeting of the assistant director of Internal and an assistant direc- organizations. Association of Fraternity Advisors In December of tor of planning. "Typically, students gather in groups of four '94, Arnholt spent some time speaking with Dave Thon '97 again set a national record for a to eight people to represent a campus activity such Facer, the Dance Marathon contact at Children's second year Dance* Marathon, raising $102,958.17. as maybe the BG News or the dorm that they live Miracle Network. She brought back her information In just two years Bowling Green had one of the most in." said senior Aileen Glowacki, assistant director to the Interfraternity and Panhellenic Council presi- respectable Dance Marathons in the nation. of external for Dance Marathon 2000. "The idea dents and after various discussions they decided to In 1998, the numbers of organizations and behind this is that the group encourages each other visit another school's Marathon to see what one was participants rose dramatically making Dance during the Marathon.' like. Marathon an extremely popular event on BG's cam- When asked what Dance Marathon means to After the trip, it was a unanimous vote to pus. After raising $153,792.45, Bowling Green now her, Glowacki responded, "It is to raise money, but undertake the project between the Interfraternity had the third largest Dance Marathon in the nation. more importantly to raise awareness and educate Council and the Panhellenic Council. And Thon '99 proved to be the best Dance people on the needs and Issues that these children The next year was spent planning and publi- Marathon yet. There was the was the addition of the are facing. Many do not realize how difficult it is for cizing the new philanthropy and in March of 1996 alumni relations chair position, which is currently these children who are dealing with something that Dance Marathon became a reality. They began held by senior Nikki Harter. Harter, along with her many adults have a hard time handling." dancing and hoped to raise $5,000 for the children. committee, is in charge of keeping in contact with Many students claim that helping these peo- But they did not raise $5,000. Dance Marathon alumni, making a scrap book and ple in need is what keeps Dance Marathon going They raised $45,476.17 and set a national forming the Dancers Alumni Association. through all the years. record for the amount raised by any first time col- "It's amazing that all these students join lege. (Dance Marathon continued on page 10) REMEMBER THE MIRACLES! 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These families, from Northwest Ohio, In 1999. over 50 organizations participated "We have a pen pal program |so students can and numbers were at an all time high. Organizations interact with the kids] and some organizations plan now had the option to sponsor up to eight dancers. dinners with their miracle families," Walton said. The benefiting hospital changed from the Medical "If the child Is loo sick to travel, sometimes mem- College of Ohio to St. Vincent's Mercy Medical bers of the organization will visit them in the hospi- Center and was presented a total of $217,366.04 at tal." the end of Thon '99. So, miracles do happen. But it's not for the money. It's "For the And when it is all said and done, Dance kids." Marathon has touched the hearts of many people. Behind the Bowling Green State University's "Memories are made that will last a life Dance Marathon are the 19 families with children in time," said Lechman. This event is wonderful. need. Dance Marathon organizations sponsor many You have to experience it to understand it." These children are looking up to the 1,000- raffles to raise money for the kids. are chosen through St. Vincent's Mercy Medical Center based on their personality and their Interest to be involved in the event. Mefty Lechman. director of Children's Miracle Network and Mercy Children's Hospital, is in charge of selecting the families and she works closely with the CONGRATULATIONS TO THE DANCE MARATHON family relations chair. Tim Walton. 2000 "The hardest part about my job is waiting to get the families," Walton said. "I just wanted to get started EXTERNAL TEAM AND THE PUBLIC RELATIONS TEAM! working on Dance Marathon, but I had to wait for the families." YOU GUYS ROCK MY WORLD! I AM SO PROUD OF And it was worth the wait. Once the families are chosen, Wilton's commit- ALL OF YOU! tee keeps in contact with them every week to ensure MUCH LOVE IN PAPER BAGS AND SWIMMIES, that they know about new Marathon developments. Then the families are paired with organizations ERIKA involved in Dance Marathon and the mirac les begin. listen up class of 2000! there are 1,000 things you didn't even know you had graduation countdown class of 2000 network graduation announcements online gift registry real world guide TO DO before graduation careers and a whole lot more log OR now bgsu.eGrad2000.com Seniors- Sign up at Dance Marathon and we'll donate $1 for each senior that logs on. enter to win a trip for 10 to the riftil start in the teal world europe Proud to be a Dance Marathon Sponsor ®JOBTRAKC«* March 24,2000 SM Page 11 In the spirit of giving for the kids By Erlka Daggelt in 20 degree weather when all the flyers are taken down two get up at 5 a.m. to go to a morning breakfast meeting to start days later anyway? How many people know people that are Dance Marathon. They will proceed to stay awake through- It's not often that I use my editorial column to praise so dedicated that they go on Spring Break to Mexico and still out Dance Marathon and never once will these people get something I am involved in. Ask anyone who works for me work on or talk about the work they do in BG? paid. Never once will these people think twice about what knows this and they can vouch that I am persistent on not The PR committee has done all that and so much they are doing. having personal opinions In the paper. But this Is one of more. And I couldn't even begin to tell you what the other So, you see, It really Is not about the money in those rare times that I deem It necessary to break one of my 12 core committees do, it would be a book. Dance Marathon. It is about the Incredible students that do own rules. You name It, these students are doing it or helping so much for people they don't even know. It's about the You see, I am a part of the most amazing group (in with it. You all have so much to be proud of! entire campus coming together to help kids in need. We may my opinion) on BGSU's campus. I am a part of the Dance On top of all these committee members are all of the not be able to save every child involved In Dance Marathon, Marathon 2000 Steering Committee. involved organizations which have people that dance for 32 but we never give up. It's about making miracles happen All I can say is thank you to everyone involved in this hours at Dance Marathon. They have people that coordinate and changing lives. event. It has changed my life In so many ways over the past fund-raisers and get all the Information out. They have peo- And to the people involved in Dance Marathon, you three years, and this year, I thank God I was able to be more ple that keep people's spirits up and spend their own per- have definitely touched my heart and changed my life. You involved and give back to the event. sonal money on dancers to buy them gifts during "Thon." If are all miracles in yourselves. I won't go into what exactly "DM" is because this you or your organization Is not involved In Dance entire paper speaks about it. But I wanted to praise a spe- Marathon, I highly encourage you to do so next cial group of people that have so generously given unmea- year. It will be the one thing you always remem- The sisters of Alpha Chi surable amounts of time and loyalty to the biggest thing in ber from college. Omega would like to wish my life; the Public Relations Core Committee and the 2000 And then directing all these students is our dancers good luck. We Dream Team. the most amazing group of people I have ever love you and are very proud These people are roommates, friends, students, met in my life; the Steering Committee. Not only employees and siblings. These people managed to balance have these people become my friends and each of you. everything in their lives and still help out with the largest other's friends, they have organized this entire student-run philanthropy In Ohio and the third largest in the event and are always willing to do more. Colleen Kulenkampff nation. How many people do you know that are Jaime Szoszovek Every core committee member has given their time willing to get up at 4 a.m. on a Friday, just to Erin Oyster to weekly meetings, special assignments and to making kids drive to Toledo and hang out in a parking lot? I lives better. Being the public relations chair, I became quite know 19. The Steering Committee, with the end- Nancy McClellard close with the PR committee. These women are what made less support from their committees, drove to Diana Alvardo all the fabulous publicity we had this year possible. They Toledo this morning to have a "little marathon" Holly Ourre went out of their way to make me smile In moments of in the parking lot of NBC 24 TV to publicize Mindy Theiel stress, to "protect" me if someone said something harsh and Dance Marathon. And, yes, they really did get to make the PR team and Dance Marathon look wonderful. up that early. Karey Weaver How many people out there know people that are And they will follow this with setting up willing to trek all of BC's winter campus and hang up flyers the Rec for DM until early morning hoursjust to \r\ \r\ \\ \ \l A AI'A ATA AIA AaA AiA AHA AaA AaA Alpha Gamma Delta The Sisters of Is proud to introduce our own 2000 BGSU Dance Marathon "Dream Team" Alpha Xi Delta appreciate the hard work of our dancers: MinoUPerera Communications Committee Kathleen Mumma Marketing Committee Julie Neidert Catering Committee Lauren Carpeta Michelle Hoying Jackie Kreim Morale Committee Courtney Limbert Morale Captain Kim Drain Leslie Koch Morale Sarah Maxton Erin Jlrousek Kristin Ferrette Lindsay Oswalt Natalie Flickinger Heather Smart Jen Page Sara Stimson Jessica Hoffer Alissa Wechter MinoH Perera Holly Davis DGR's Katie Taylor Dee Dee Panyasari Dance On !! 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