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State University WEDNESDAY March 31, 2004 A-Rod not red hot: New York Yankees lose SHOWERS to the Tampa Devil HIGH46ILOW36 Rays; PAGE 7 www.bgnews.com independent student press VOLUME 95 ISSUE 37 International info day begins International day Information Day. University. 318 in the BTSU. "This will help students with their "International Week is a chance for The week will be capped off with the INTERNATIONAL WEEK represents cultures as long-term, long-range planning," the international students on campus to International Dinner on Sunday where 2004 EVENTS well as offering students Robertson said about today's event in really show off their own cultures," said international students will share dishes Information fair: 4-8 p.m. in the the Lenhart Grand Ballroom in the Allison Greber, president of the World from their native countries with every- Union Ballroom info about studying Bowcn Thompson Student Union. "It Student Association, the student organi- one who attends the sold-out event. abroad. will educate students with things they zation for international students that is On Monday, three University students Student speaker who studied might not have thought about such as sponsoring International Week 2004. from Bulgaria launched International abroad: 7 p.m. in 318 Union Adam Wright getting names and contact information. "They are constantly learning about Week'2004 when they gave a presenta- REPORTER It's a world of opportunity." American culture and this week gives tion of the history and culture of their Listening to international music: 11 Anyone interested in a career or Other opportunities today include them a chance to teach American stu- homeland and served traditional fresh- a.m.-5 p.m. in 208 Union internship overseas will want to partici- two guest speakers: Ronald Dodard, for- dents and other international students baked bread dipped in various pate in International Careers mer U.S. Ambassador to Guyana and about many cool things that make each Bulgarian dried spices to an audience in "Contact Katie Baiter at 419-372- Information Day today. James Callahan, director of recruitment of their cultures unique." Kohl Hall. The three international stu- 2249 for information or questions. The event is part of International for the U.S. State Department, who will Although many of these events were dents took pride in educating the audi- Week 2004 and includes an information both be presenting in 103 Offenhauer earlier in the week, tomorrow's activities ence on their nation, which they say is fair where students can learn about West. include International Music Listening relatively unknown on campus. international jobs and internships from In addition to information on inter- Stations where anyone can stop by "Many people don't even know where cultures, they have the opportunity to corporations, government agencies and national careers and internships, room 208 in the BTSU from 11 a.m. to 5 Bulgaria is," said Georgi Georgiev, one of learn about them. They can jusi speak to nonprofit organizations. The fair is free International Week 2004 also has a p.m. and listen to popular and tradition- the Bulgarian student speakers. a citizen of that country." to the public and is a prime opportuni- series of events that began Monday al music from various countries around Georgiev, a psychology major, said he For more information on ty for networking, according to Celeste where anyone interested can experi- the world. Also, a student speaker who appreciates the opportunities International Week 2004 and its activi- Robertson, the assistant director for ence the cultures from the over 600 studied abroad in Italy will discuss International Week provides. ties, contact Katie Baxter at 419-372- Career Services, which is sponsoring the international students enrolled at the Italian music and art at 7 p.m. in room "If someone was interested in other 2249. BG NEWS Rock concert "BRIEFING Founder of Promise tonight in Union Founding Keepers on campus Bill McCartney, former col- By Brian Pauline tour that started last August and Day lege football coach and R EPOBTE R focused on the Fast Coast. Their founder of Promise Keepers, With only five weeks left in the album "Darkness Shines" will be on campus this semester students that are look- released by Cell Records in 2003 Partyfor Friday. ing for a release and motivation to was produced by lames Paul McCartney will talk about drudge through final projects and Wisner (Dashboard Confessional, Sigma his life, including his success- papers successfully, have found it. Further Seems Forever]. ful coaching career turning The Musicians Guild an on- Weszt covers a wide array of the University of Colorado's campus student run organization themes and mixes heavy ethereal Gamma football team into a national is hosting an alternative rock con- rock with passionate expressive championship winner, and cert tonight room 208 in the lyrics that let the listener feel his time as the leader of Union. 1 Wo national acts The Red every word. Weszt will make their Rho Promise Keepers, a group Light Sting from Vancouver, B.C. first appearance outside the that promotes to men the and Weszt from Orlando, Fla. are states when they play in Norway ideas of spirituality and the stopping through Bowling Green this summer. responsibilities of family life. in the middle of their packed tour The concert is being brought The presentation will begin schedules. to campus by the Musicians at 6 p.m. in the Lenhart The show is being held in con- Guild, a student based organiza- LINEUP: Tiffany Shy, Grand Ballroom in the junction with Toledo based pro- tion. junior, and Alina Taylor, Bowen-Thompson Student moters Renegade (iincerts and is Musician's Guild was formed in freshman, dance at the Union. The event is being sponsored by Pepsi and 2003 by friends Sean Flynn and Sigma Gamma Rho sponsored by HGSU Falcon Madhatter's. Stephen Merrill as a way to help founding day party in the Football and the Northwest Canada's The Red Light Sting out area bands and musicians. Union last night. This Ohio chapter of the whose recent EP "Our love is According to Flynn he wanted week is Rhomania week Fellowship ol Christian Soaking In It" released on Sound to give bands opportunities to and each day the chapter Athletes. Tickets are S25 in Vims Records is headlining the play in Bowling Green. The stu- will enjoy different events. advance, S35 at the door and S10 for University employees. show. Their mix of emo, rap, and dent ran organization has less Mttey Kurt; BG News synth-driven garage rock landed than fifty members and works in For more information, call them on Rolling Stone's top ten conjunction with 372-7081).. bands to watch for list in 2002. www.BGMusicians.com another Humorous song titles and an organization designed to contact eclectic live show are undeniable and communicate with local proof that The Sting promises to musicians. Student voters focus for ACT group bring young angst and high ener- Flynn urges students who do gy excitement to campus. While not play an instniment but are Miranda Bond Regional (Mice is in Toledo and progressive voters and mobilize gressive groups and holds KrattBt group-sponsored events to per- students can expect a top-notch still interested to join because the has die responsibility of door- them to participate in the elec- Students may be getting a to-door canvassing operations toral process," said Steve Steel, form voter registration drives on performance from The Sting a lot organization always needs help college campuses in North West of eyes will be on co-headliners setting up for shows. knock on their door in the near in 19 Northwest Ohio counties, North West Region Field and future from a member of ACT, including bodi Wood and Lucas Communications Director, "We Ohio. Anyone who shares their Weszt. For members of the Musicians basic philosophy and goals are Weszt. a five-piece alternative America Coming Together. Counties. They have a satellite also work to educate voters college rock group is finishing off ACT is a national organization office in Huron and operations about the failures of Bush BANDS, PAGE 3 inBG. administration policies." the sixth and final leg of their U.S. with state offices in 17 states, ACT, PAGE 2 including Ohio. Their Northwest "ACT's goals are to register The organization targets pro- Audience Leaders, volunteers hope to make a difference in BG By Mindy VanHouten Center, Martin Luther King )r. Service at the University. and organize and coordinate events gets advice REPORTER Day and the Adopt-a-Family campaign, In order for BGSUrve to continue serv- among other duties. Committee mem- Volunteer work. Leadership. Hands- a food and gift drive held in November ing the community for a fifth year, many bers research social issues on new pro- on dating on experience. Making a difference in and December for families in need. The leadership positions need to be filled. jects, market events, set-up and clean-up your community.