Where You Read It First Partly Cloudy 51/31 THE TUFTS DAILY Est. 1980 VOLUME LVIII, NUMBER 23 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2009 TUFTSDAILY.COM Future of Senior Pub Nights lies in doubt Unruly behavior not Awaiting administrative common, students say decision, group fills ‘gap’ BY CHARLOTTE STEINWAY with alternative event Daily Editorial Board BY SAMUYA VAISHAMPAYAN Between filling final major require- Daily Editorial Board ments, researching for honors theses and beginning the dreaded job search, Acutely drunken behavior during this seniors often look to social outlets in year’s first Senior Pub Night has cast doubt hopes of blowing off some steam. on the future of the event, widely seen as a But Senior Pub Night, long a Tufts staple of senior year — and now an inde- tradition, may no longer be an option pendent student group is spearheading an for seniors looking to celebrate their alternative event to fill the void. final year. After the first Senior Pub Night of the Roughly 600 Tufts seniors attend- semester went awry last month, Tufts admin- ed this year’s first Senior Pub Night istrators wanted to cancel the rest of the on Thursday, Sept. 24 at Gypsy Bar pub nights scheduled for this fall, but the in Boston. Although many students Senior Class Council pushed them to scale said they had had fun at the Senior back their demands, according to senior C.J. Class Council-sponsored event, some Mourning, the class council’s vice president behavior there has thrown the future of social programming. The administration of the pub nights into question. currently plans to call off the next originally However, many students who scheduled pub night, set to take place on attended the event claimed they COURTESY GYPSY BAR BOSTON Halloween, Mourning said, but has left deci- weren’t privy to the gravity of the Staff at the Gypsy Bar in Boston shut down this semester’s first Senior Pub Night halfway sions about later events pending. instances cited in an e-mail that two through due to unruly student behavior and reports of students stealing alcohol from the bar. Rowdy behavior during the Senior Pub seniors sent to the entire Class of 2010 Night at Boston’s Gypsy Bar on Sept. 24 over the weekend suggesting Senior “I loved Gypsy Bar — the venue was responsible for the reaction. prompted the venue’s managerial staff to Pub Nights had been suspended. really cool, and I don’t think it got out “For the most part it was a great cancel the event halfway through, according “I thought we all seemed pretty well of hand.” night — everyone seemed to enjoy to Dean of Student Affairs Bruce Reitman. behaved, despite what it said in the Senior C.J. Mourning, a member of themselves. It really was a select few Bouncers refused to admit some students e-mail,” senior Alec Jahncke said. the Senior Class Council, explained that ruined the night for the rest of the who arrived noticeably intoxicated, and asked Senior Sarah Cleary agreed. “I don’t that the event did go smoothly for class,” Mourning said. several unruly students already in the bar to think it was that sloppy at all … and the most part, but on an individual I was completely sober,” Cleary said. level, certain isolated incidents were see PUB FEATURE, page 3 see PUB NIGHT, page 2 TCU Senate to host Area police turn to new technologies to reach residents BY HARRISON JACOBS intercollegiate council Daily Editorial Board The Medford and Somerville BY MATT REPKA The BILC aims to create a net- Police Departments have incor- Daily Editorial Board work between student leaders in porated new technology into their area schools, enabling them to operations in an effort to provide The Tufts Community Union coordinate on similar projects and more up-to-date information to (TCU) Senate will host the sec- disseminate ideas. Intercollegiate their communities about crimes ond-ever Boston Intercollegiate collaboration in the greater occurring in their area. Leadership Council (BILC) sum- Boston area, the resolution said, The Medford Police Department mit on Saturday, bringing together has been “sparse and intermit- has implemented CrimeReports. student government leaders from tent” in the past. com, an online crime data system 10 Boston-area colleges and uni- TCU Senator Edward Chao, a that allows officers to share crime versities in an effort to share ideas junior, authored last week’s Senate reports filed by their department on ways to solve common prob- resolution. He hopes to increase with the public on a real-time basis, EMILY EISENBERG/TUFTS DAILY lems in governance. cooperation between schools, say- identifying the location of the inci- By working with TUPD, the Somerville Police Department hopes to incorporate The TCU Senate passed a ing there is often overlap in the dent on a map of the city. TIPS 411, a text messaging crime alert system, within the Tufts community. resolution on Oct. 4 recognizing problems that different student “The whole site is intended the BILC, making Tufts the first governments confront. to allow police departments to CrimeReports is used by police a useful service for college cam- school to officially agree to the “We face a lot of similar share data with the public,” Greg departments across the country puses, Whisenant said, helping mission statement of the inter- Whisenant, founder and CEO of and by over 20 universities includ- colleges meet the requirements of collegiate organization. see COUNCIL, page 2 CrimeReports.com, told the Daily. ing University of Georgia and Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus “It’s easy, affordable, and it lives University of Utah, according to inside police department software.” Whisenant. The system provides see POLICE, page 2

Students bring nonpartisan think tank to Tufts

BY LAURA BARNES aimed at bringing students to the Sophomore Julie Kalt, co- Contributing Writer center of critical policy issues. president and administrative The new Tufts chapter’s efforts director, believes that the insti- A group of politically-driven are in line with the Institute’s “Think tute creates a forum for students students brought to Tufts this Impact” strategy, according to from diverse backgrounds to semester a chapter of the Roosevelt sophomore Sigourney Norman, share ideas. She said that the Institute, a completely student-led co-president and policy director of institute is comprised of more think tank, with the goal of giving Tufts’ new branch. than just politically driven lib- students a greater voice in national “We want students to own their eral arts students. political issues. ideas and to do more than just “It’s progressive and really capi- The Roosevelt Institute, named in go door-to-door, but to combine talizes on student ideas,” Kalt said. honor of the three progressive lead- that with the brainpower that we “It brings access to kids who aren’t AALOK KANANI/TUFTS DAILY ers Franklin, Theodore and Eleanor have, take ownership and make politically active.” The TCU Senate will host the Boston Intercollegiate Leadership Council, Roosevelt, is made up of a national relationships in the community,” a group promoting dialogue between area student governments. network of university branches Norman said. see ROOSEVELT, page 2 Inside this issue Today’s Sections

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PUB NIGHT meeting last night in Pearson Hall. COUNCIL before effectively disbanding in The organizational structure of continued from page 1 The gathering aimed to provide an continued from page 1 2005, according to Chao. Tufts was the BILC calls for new leadership leave. Some partygoers urinated in open forum for students to air ques- issues,” Chao said. not a BIG member school. positions to be established within the venue’s main room, and some tions and concerns. No university A number of schools, including Chao said the inspiration for the council. While the presidents did not cooperate with security per- administrators were present. Tufts, helped found the BILC last the BILC came directly from the of the various student govern- sonnel. Others stole alcohol. One About 10 students showed up, a spring, and Boston University held TCU Senate’s work on Tufts proj- ments collectively serve on a board student attempted to expose him- turnout that Mourning attributed to the council’s inaugural meeting ects, including expanding wire- of directors that heads the orga- self to a female worker. poor timing during midterm season. that semester. But the initial gath- less Internet access and furthering nization, the framework also calls Upon hearing that Senior Pub Attendees of the meeting discussed ering was limited in scope: Only campus center renovations. While for an executive director who will Nights were in danger, seniors Raoul how to hold students more account- BU, Brandeis University and Tufts researching these topics, the Senate coordinate between the schools. Alwani and Kevin Wong created the able for their actions and “make [pub representatives attended, accord- found itself “looking at other stu- There are several other posi- independent group Senior Club nights] more fun-based, as opposed ing to Chao. dent governments for inspiration,” tions within the BILC. Among Life, and blasted an e-mail to the to alcohol-based,” she said. This time around, there is he said. them, a communications director senior class on Saturday advertising When Alwani and Wong sent out broader interest in an intergov- Rattiner, a senior, is looking for- will manage public relations, and an alternative “Senior Club Night” their e-mail advertising their alter- ernmental organization. “A lot of ward to putting what he learns at a government affairs director will on Oct. 28 at Ned Devine’s, an Irish native Senior Club Night, students other schools were interested in the BILC to practical use. “We’ll see oversee relations between city and pub in Faneuil Hall. responded in droves. Alwani and the idea,” Chao said. if we can make any improvements state governments and the BILC. “We don’t want the majority of Wong made 500 tickets available via The Berklee College of Music, in our own policies and practices Bentley Student Government our class to be penalized for the an e-mailing system, but the sys- Boston College, BU, Brandeis, based on the recommendations” Association President Puja Shah actions of a few,” Alwani said. “We’re tem crashed minutes after tickets Bentley University, Harvard from the BILC, added Rattiner. told the Daily she is looking for- not going to lose our senior year. You became available after approxi- University, MIT, Northeastern Samantha Lipscomb, a senior ward to the summit on Saturday. are a senior once in your life and we mately 300 students logged on vir- University and Wellesley College at BC who serves as the school’s Shah, a junior, listed vandalism, want to have a fun time — a safe, fun tually simultaneously, according to have all “tentatively agreed” to the undergraduate government com- class size and sustainability ini- time.” Wong. The next day, the two stu- mission statement, according to munications director, hopes the tiatives as “hot topics” within the Alwani and Wong’s e-mail, which dents designed a new online ticket- the text of the resolution. BILC will help avoid redundancies Bentley student body. stated that Senior Pub Nights had selling registration database. Tickets “I think that the information among the student governments. Devin Cole, the manager been “suspended,” a claim the uni- sold out in less than three hours. sharing is going to be the best “We can make sure we’re not all of ONEin3 Boston, will speak versity and Senior Class Council Alwani and Wong are in discus- thing that comes out of it — to doing the same work on the same about the importance of stu- contest, garnered a startling sions with the managerial staff of learn how other leaders and other projects,” Lipscomb told the Daily. dent government at the sum- response: Upwards of 750 seniors Ned Devine’s about upping the 500- governments handle issues,” TCU “We all have to deal with admin- mit. ONEin3 Boston is an arm have already signed up to receive person capacity. President Brandon Rattiner said. istrations, with bureaucracies. of the Boston Redevelopment club night tickets, far exceeding the Tickets to the club night cost Student representatives from We can use each other to make Authority, a city-run initiative 500-person limit Wong and Alwani $10 — the same amount the Senior Bentley, Brandeis, BC and BU con- sure these problems or issues get focused on promoting civic have imposed. Class Council typically charges for firmed their attendance for this solved.” engagement among Boston’s Senior Class Council members Senior Pub Night tickets. Alwani and weekend’s summit, to be held in Chao said the summit will young adult population. and administrators are planning Wong said that they do not aim to the campus center. Several more aim to create a solid organiza- Lipscomb expressed her sup- discussions for this week and next make any profit on the event. schools have yet to confirm. tional structure to sustain the port and enthusiasm for the to determine the fate of this semes- Because the event will be inde- The BILC has some historical BILC in future years and help it new initiative. “I’m really excited ter’s Senior Pub Nights and how to pendent of Tufts, Senior Club Life precedent. In 2003, representatives avoid the BIG’s fate. The mem- about the council,” she said. “It’s convey the necessity for a change in plans to use its own methods to from several schools formed the ber schools have tentatively a good way to make sure that the student behavior at pub nights. control the actions of students. Boston Intercollegiate Government agreed to hold one summit per undergraduate governments are Reitman did not confirm that the Alwani and Wong plan to invest (BIG), which existed for two years semester going forward. using resources.” administration has officially called off $1,200 from ticket revenue toward any of the Senior Pub Nights, but he increasing security inside and said adjustments need to be made. outside the event. The duo will “It’s not canceled and it’s not also be responsible for control- Local police disseminate info with new systems even under suspension,” Reitman ling behavior on the buses to and said. “We’ve asked the Senior Class from the venue and removing POLICE Whisenant, a former Somerville “The only way CrimeReports Council to figure out how to address students from the location, if the continued from page 1 resident, believes the increased use helps reduce crime is if it inspires problematic behavior that results in need arises. Security Policy and Campus Crime of CrimeReports marks a shift in people to get more involved and the class getting thrown out of clubs. The duo believes that fewer than Statistics Act. philosophy among police depart- we get back to working with citi- They’re trying to increase individual 10 students engaged in the rowdy The Medford Police ments. zens on a ground level in target accountability.” behavior that caused problems at Department began using the “The existing paradigm is to areas,” Covino said. Gypsy Bar’s managerial staff sent last month’s pub night. The organiz- system six months ago in order not share data, to be protection- Keith was more optimistic. Reitman an e-mail after last month’s ers said that these students, whom to improve communication ist, but I think police are finding “Anytime people have the aware- pub night reporting the disorderly they have identified through “eye- with the public and to help that if they give information to ness of what’s going on around behavior. witness reports,” will not be allowed them be more aware of what the public, the public can better them, it helps in being able to fore- In response, members of Senior to attend the event. occurs in the community, avoid being a victim,” Whisenant see and prevent some incidents Class Council and administrators “We told [those responsible] that according to Medford Police said. “Knowledge is power. Police from happening,” he said. in the Office for Campus Life and we don’t want them to attend the Lieutenant Paul Covino. departments realize that it’s about For now, according to Holloway, the Office of Student Affairs have event and we’re going to prevent “It’s a good public information putting the public on their side in Somerville’s top priority is ensur- planned a meeting for Thursday to them from appearing,” Alwani said. tool,” Covino said. “It gives people fighting crime.” ing that the new TIPS 411 system discuss how to proceed with Senior Alwani and Wong insisted that an idea of what’s going on and Covino, however, was quick is introduced smoothly. Pub Night. Discussions are expected if the administration brings back makes them more aware of the to warn against reading too TIPS 411 allows anyone in the to continue into next week as the Senior Pub Nights, they will see no types of crimes that are prevalent much into the usefulness of the community to submit anonymous parties try to reach a resolution. need to host further Senior Club Life in the city.” site. “CrimeReports gives you tips to the police through either Reitman emphasized that the events. Nearby, the Somerville Police a very simple view of what is text messages or picture messages discussions about Senior Pub Night Mourning offered no opinion on Department is also looking into going on. Let’s say when you of the suspects. Somerville police have no relation to other alcohol- their venture but said that if Tufts new methods of connecting with look at the map, you see several will also send out text-message related episodes this year. Rather, he restores pub nights, there will be no the public and raising awareness ‘As’ for assault. What it doesn’t alerts related directly to crime said a history of disorderly behavior need for the alternative events. about crime in the area. tell you is how those assaults in the person’s neighborhood if at Senior Pub Nights over the years “I don’t see them competing with Somerville Police Chief Anthony occur,” Covino said. “It can community members sign up for sparked the need for action. one another,” she said. Holloway told the Daily that the paint a false picture.” alerts. “It is the track record of this type of In the meantime, Senior Class department is currently exploring Tufts University Police Holloway is trying to implement event,” Reitman said. “This was the Council President Anita Wu said the the possibility of incorporating Department (TUPD) Captain Mark TIPS 411 within the Tufts commu- third time in four years that the senior class council will keep working to CrimeReports and is in the pro- Keith voiced similar concerns. nity as well. “We want to get infor- class was thrown out of a club.” maintain Senior Pub Night. cess of building a crime reporting “I’m not sure how long the mation out to the community, and Mourning said that her group “We are talking and trying to text-messaging service known as reports are kept on there or how Tufts is part of that,” he said. is trying to preserve a senior tradi- reach a decision,” she said. The TIPS 411. often they renew it, but sometimes TUPD has not looked tion. “Senior Class Council is work- future of Senior Pub Night has been “We’re trying to find the quick- it can just become a clutter of into either system particu- ing with the administration to make put on hold.” est way to get the information out information,” Keith said. larly extensively. Keith said sure that Senior Pub Nights con- to the community,” Holloway said. Covino remained skeptical as to TUPD will try to raise aware- tinue,” she said. Charlotte Steinway, Alexandra Bogus “If that’s CrimeReports, we’ll use it. whether the system will lead to a ness about TIPS 411 on cam- The class council invited seniors and Giovanni Russonello contribut- If that’s TIPS 411, that’s what we’re reduction in crime on campus and pus once Somerville finishes to participate in a town hall-style ed reporting to this article. going to use.” in the community. implementing it.

Tufts’ new Roosevelt Institute chapter fosters nonpartisan student thought ROOSEVELT for them,” she said. “If there is an issue on how other than manpower and that young people and think that the government should do continued from page 1 to write a policy or how to get it published, should get a greater say in their government,” more for the greatest number of people,” The institute’s focus is “promoting [stu- we will try to pair their topic of interest with Cook said. Cook said. “If a Republican senator comes dents’] ideas and empowering them to take people that work in the community.” Kalt brought the Roosevelt Institute to Tufts out with something about environmental an active role in the process,” Kurston Cook, Norman said that what she thinks is most after an alumnus, a former president of the protection that we agree with, we value ideol- the Roosevelt Institute’s national field direc- important about the Roosevelt Institute is Tufts Democrats, approached her with the ogy over partisanship.” tor, told the Daily. the opportunity for students to get their poli- idea of heading up a Tufts branch. Norman echoed this idea. “It’s about trying “The Institute is a process more than having cies published; students can publish op-eds, Kalt, a former member of the Tufts to come up with what is an improvement on a an end goal,” Cook said. “It isn’t a single-issue policy papers, blogs and journals on the Democrats, said she felt the group’s policy, not any particular idea,” she said. “Any based campaign. It is ensuring that progres- Roosevelt Institute’s Web site. Kalt said she reach lacking. and all students of any political affiliation or sive change happens consistently and that hopes the Tufts branch will be “a policy outlet “It was a lot of door knocking, canvassing, background are welcome. We want to have youth are consistently at the tail when deci- to help groups further their goals.” campaigning for the Democratic platform diverse political opinions and backgrounds so sions are being made about policy issues.” A group of liberal students at Stanford and agendas,” she said. “I wanted to do some- that we will be able to write the best solution.” The Tufts chapter will focus on guiding and Yale University started the think tank thing where it wasn’t representing another Kalt encouraged students interested in all Tufts students in policy creation, which after the 2004 presidential election, accord- person’s agenda.” fields, from science to political science, to get Norman identified as a unique opportunity ing to Cook. Unlike most other groups on campus, the involved in the Roosevelt Institute. for students. “This group of students … [was] frustrat- Roosevelt Institute is not strictly liberal. “We “If you’re into biology you can do some- “We’re trying to reach out to student groups ed with how the electoral process went and are a nonpartisan nonprofit by definition, thing with biology, if you’re into engineering to let them know that we are a policy resource felt that they had something to contribute but we have a strong progressive value set you can write a policy on that,” Kalt said. 3

FFeatureseaturtuftsdailyes.com Ways to milk Tufts for free goods: part 2 ROMY OLTUSKI | WORD UP As the BY ROMY OLTUSKI Daily Editorial Board French This is the second article in a two-part series on free activities, items, food and events say available to Tufts students. It costs a lot to attend Tufts. The least a udging from my experiences, there are kid can do is take advantage of the few extra two kinds of people in this world: those thingsthe university gives us. The thing is, who want everything to do with the those extra offerings aren’t always easy to JFrench and those who want nothing to find. Here is a little bit of help spotting them. do with them. OK*, perhaps that’s a slight oversimplification, but I’m sure you’ve seen it Mooch off your professors: SPIRIT fund play out. For centuries, the French have been Practice networking skills and simultane- celebrated as sexy, sophisticated, stylish and ously enjoy a delicious cup of joe by treating classy — all of the things that are inherently a professor to drinks at Tower Café, compli- “un-American” and inspire dishes like free- ments of the Tufts Students and Professors dom fries and toast. Integrating Recreation, Intellect and Teaching At the other extreme lie those who find (SPIRIT) fund. The fund aims to do all that by such despicable, un-American traits rather financing formal and informal Tower Café attractive, and, mind you, you can find said meetings between students and their profes- person in any upper-level class on campus, be sors. it the professor or the student in the row right If Tower goes well, students and their favor- in front of him. Said person, whom we’ll call ite professors can bond over a cost-free meal “X,” will always know the mot juste to drop at through SPIRIT’s Take a Faculty Member to every occasion. Whether over hors d’oeuvres Lunch program. SPIRIT will also contribute at a soiree or a confidential tête-à-tête, X will up to $85 so that professors can entertain point out every double entendre alluded to students in their own home, but convincing with rolling R’s, sans a hint of embarrassment. them to host is another matter. It is only logical that most languages bor- row words from one another, given that a Will tweet for food: FreeFoodAtTufts Twitter secondary language oftentimes carries the If free-loading as much food as possible perfect expression — “le mot juste,” as it were from professors, follow the FreeFoodAtTufts — for something you can only begin to hint Twitter.com account, run by one hungry at in your mother tongue. These words are graduate student. The account updates read- not cheating devices but legitimate parts of ers on the many general interest meetings, the language called loanwords (a loanword club gatherings and campus events that offer itself from the German “Lehnwort,” meaning free food. While the account does not provide a word that is translated from one language a completely comprehensive list of all the to another and naturalized into the latter). complimentary food events on campus, it After all, whom else could we rely on for the does do a good job of updating frequently German “schadenfreude” or the Modern and proposing creative ideas. Hebrew “chutzpah?” Sometimes, though, when words are trad- Get crafty: Crafts Center ed back and forth, their meanings get a little The Crafts Center, sponsored and staffed fudged. Everyone knows that the English by the Crafts House, is open to all students word “entrée,” for example, originates from JAMES CHOCA/TUFTS DAILY the French word with the same spelling. see FREE, page 4 The Crafts Center provides students the opportunity to work on art projects at no cost. Even the Microsoft Word 2004 Edition knows to place the French “accent aigu” over the penultimate e. But in France, the “entrée” actually refers to the course that precedes the Problematic pub night debauchery came from a select few, students say main dish — the American “hors d’oeuvre,” PUB FEATURE to take a break, and there were all these sions can be drawn. another loanword — rather than the main continued from page 1 people outside — the bouncer was telling “In terms of what we could do differ- dish itself, “le plat principal.” While admitting that certain individu- them, ‘You guys are clearly intoxicated, ently, we’re working with the administra- What’s even more curious, however, is the als indeed committed offensive acts, some and a display of everyone who’s inside tion to make sure that people don’t [hold] phenomenon of re-borrowing words. And at seniors claimed the management of the right now, so we’re not letting you back the school accountable for accidents, so this point, X would be saddened to find that bar was overly stringent in supervising of in,’” Hyman said. “These people were my that they know that if a student messes some of the words he’s been using to flaunt his the night’s events. friends, and they were clearly sober. It was up, there will be personal repercussions,” French are only loosely derived from French “The bouncers and the owners of pretty arbitrary.” Mourning said. words, having in fact been integrated into and Gypsy Bar ran things almost too strict- But apart from the bouncers’ actions, Seniors Raoul Alwani and Kevin Wong then changed by the English language before ly,” senior Erik Hyman said. “When Hyman said he had enjoyed himself at sent out an e-mail on Saturday say- moseying on over back to France. you’re doing a pub night, you’re going the event. ing that “official Tufts pub nights have For examples, X might like to order “le to expect people to be having a lot of “It was a nice bar, the drinks were very been suspended.” In truth, Mourning biftek” rather than plain old beefsteak fun — perhaps being rowdy, but not well done, even though they were expen- said, while the administration had ini- when he goes out to dinner because it violent or anything.” sive. It was also my 21st birthday, so that tially moved to cancel all Senior Pub sounds French and sophisticated and un- Hyman told of a specific instance in was fun,” he said. Nights this semester in the wake of American. But while the English word beef which he believed the bouncers were Discussing the future of Senior Pub last month’s event, the Senior Class originally comes from the French “boeuf,” being unjust in their treatment of the Nights, Mourning said it will take a series Council is negotiating to salvage some the French “biftek” is nothing but a directly Tufts seniors. of talks with both the students as well as pub nights this fall. translated loanword from the English com- “At one point, I went [out of the bar] the administration before distinct conclu- “Everything’s so up in the air in terms pound word “beefsteak.” of the administration that it’s hard to say Another favorite re-borrowing story of anything in terms of the rest of the year. mine is the one behind “tennis.” A game of We’ll hope to have answers later this week, French origin, tennis was originally played and hopefully they’ll be good answers,” with the palm of one’s hands rather than Mourning said. with racquets and was called “la paulme,” But with the future of Senior Class the palm. However, the sport became more Council-sponsored pub nights in ques- recognized for the verbal punches the players tion, Alwani and Wong spotted an oppor- would throw at one another, often “tenez,” tunity: They created “Senior Club Life,” take that! According to one etymological the- a program sponsoring so-called Senior ory, the shouts were misunderstood as “ten- Club Nights in lieu of the traditional pub nis,” which gained popularity in non-French nights, and announced it in their e-mail languages and was only later adopted by the to seniors. French to replace “la paume” as the formal The venture has proved success- name of the game. ful: Tickets for the first club night, to be Those who prefer Freedom to France prob- held on Oct. 28, have already sold out. ably don’t care very much that not all of X’s Mourning said that the Senior Pub Night French words are quite as French as he might that was also scheduled for Halloween is have thought. But Xs of the world fret not, almost certain to be canceled. these words make for a lovely soirée story in Since the Senior Club Night was and of themselves. And as the French (and announced via e-mail Oct.10, more than B*Witched) wisely put it, “c’est la vie.” half the senior class has pre-registered for the event, and many have welcomed it *For an explanation, find this column in the with open arms. Daily from three Wednesdays ago. Senior Ty Burdette, for one, sees it as potentially superior to Senior Pub Nights. “I think [the Senior Club Night] is a better Romy Oltuski is a junior majoring in DAILY FILE PHOTO solution because it’s treating it like a pri- English. She can be reached at Romy. Senior Pub Nights are a long-standing tradition, but unruly conduct has stood out in recent years. vate party,” Burdette said. [email protected]. 4 THE TUFTS DAILY FEATURES Wednesday, October 14, 2009 From condoms to bike pumps, plenty of resources available to students FREE continued from page 3 looking to work on independent art projects, make a gift for Mother’s Day or just spend an afternoon with an expansive crayon collection. The center provides supplies and machinery for silk-screening, but- ton-making, ceramics, sewing, can- dle-making, wood-shopping, draw- ing, painting and miscellaneous crafts. On Saturdays, members of the volunteer staff hold workshops to teach visitors a specific craft. The Crafts Center is open Monday through Thursday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday through Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. It is accessible through the basement of Lewis Hall or the lawn between Lewis and Tilton Halls. “The only expectation is that you go crazy, have fun and get creative,” said Crafts House member Tom Calahan, a junior.

Get artsy: MFA admission Because Tufts is affiliated with the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA), Tufts students need only their school IDs to gain admission to the respected museum. Home to 450,000 works of art, the MFA changes its exhibitions frequently and often hosts special events. The museum is located at the Museum of Fine Arts T stop, but Tufts provides a shuttle bus ANNIE WERMIEL/TUFTS DAILY that brings students there straight In an effort to encourage safe sexual behavior, Tufts Health Service will provide students with a plethora of contraceptives for free. from the Aidekman Arts Center. For information about hours and tours, lessons in Jackson Dance Lab. For chures, Health Service will provide they make it halfway up the hill the ARC Web site. visit the MFA’s Web site. soloist types, space in the Jackson latex condoms, oral dams, polyure- only need to stop by the Campus Dance Studio can be booked by thane female condoms and lubri- Center Information Booth and the Save your JumboCash: Free print- Point your toes: Dance classes contacting the dance department. cation for free. desk attendant will direct them to ing at the Women’s Center Students who would rather the pump. Sick of spending money on the break a sweat while expressing their Ultimate wingman: Health Service Mayer, that good Samaritan: Bike often-dysfunctional library print- inner passion can attend a variety As part of its campaign to pro- pump Study up: ARC ers? Head to the Women’s Center of free on-campus dance lessons. mote safe sexual behavior on cam- The Mayer Campus Center, Nervous about a big test? The during their Wednesday night JumboDance offers drop-in, stu- pus, Tufts Health Service offers a along with its yummy food options Academic Resource Center offers to Evening Study Hours (7 p.m. to 11 dent-led classes in multiple types number of sex-related products up and study spaces, has a bike pump set each student up with a one-on- p.m.) for free printing galore. The of dance. Student group La Salsa for grabs. Students can save them- to assist with repairing flat tires. one tutor in any subject for up to Center will even provide enter- also offers weekly introductory, selves a CVS trip before a hot date, Students that find themselves one hour per week. Book an hour tainment, tea and snacks, wireless intermediate and advanced Salsa because aside from the cool bro- with a broken bike by the time using the Online Tutor Finder on Internet, computers and cable TV.

Committee on Student Life (CSL) is now accepting nominations for the… 2010 WENDELL PHILLIPS AWARD

The Wendell Phillips Memorial Scholarship is one of two prize scholarships (the other being assigned to Harvard University), which were established in 1896 by the Wendell Phillips Memorial Fund Association in honor of Boston’s great preacher and orator. The award is given annually to the junior or senior who has best demonstrated both marked ability as a speaker and a high sense of public responsibility. The recipient of the award receives a cash prize and traditionally is selected as the only student speaker at the Baccalaureate Ceremony in May. Nominees will be invited to apply and following a throughout review of finalists, the Committee on Student Life will select this year’s recipient in March 2010. . To nominate student(s) go to Office for Campus Life Website at ocl.tufts.edu Click on Wendell Phillips Award Nominations Use “Wendell Phillips” as Account/Username. Nomination Deadline: November 2, 2009, 5:00 pm Nominated students must be a current Senior or Junior. Students may nominate themselves or other students.

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GALLERY REVIEW CARYN HOROWITZ | THE CULTURAL Beantown meets Paris in new exhibit CULINARIAN Dzamba’s photographs showcase French influence on Boston The BY ADAM KULEWICZ Interview with Daily Editorial Board Festival For centuries, artists, writers and photographer intellectuals have traveled to Paris to be Jack Dzamba inspired. It has always been a cultural had been waiting for this past weekend The Daily had a conversation with Paris in Boston since 4:49 p.m. on May 27. At that precise Jack Dzamba, the photographer behind At the French Library Alliance moment, my mother received an e-mail “Paris in Boston,” about his work. Here update from the Food Network’s New York Française of Boston, through Oct. 31st I are some highlights. City Wine & Food Festival telling her that Adam Kulewicz: How did this “Paris In 53 Marlborough St., Boston tickets for the event would go on sale June Boston” exhibition come about? 617-912-0400 15. We immediately circled the date on our Jack Dzamba: Every time I walked by calendars — this was not going to be a repeat the Boston Public Library, I kept saying, center, and for many — including Pablo of last year, when the unthinkable happened: “This could be in Paris.” And, secondly, Picasso, Gertrude Stein, Diego Rivera and Tickets sold out before I even heard that Food you know how Hemingway says that Ernest Hemingway — the city’s beau- Network was finally hosting a festival in NYC. once you’ve been to Paris, it stays with tiful streets, people, culture and “je ne My mother and I spent the 28 days you for the rest of your life? That’s the sais quoi” forever altered their lives and between May 27 and June 15 poring over way I felt the first time I went to Paris. I shaped the rest of their careers. the event schedule online. Every time we didn’t go until I was an adult, in 1980, This migration to Paris continues today, received an e-mail notifying us of a new but when I got there, I [realized] I’ve been and contemporary photographer Jack event, we would change around our game looking for this all my life. Dzamba, whose new exhibition, “Paris in PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF JACK DZAMBA plan. This was like our Food Network I’m not from Boston, I’m from Boston,” recently opened at the French Dzamba effectively captures the dreariness Olympics, and we were not going to miss Connecticut, and I lived here 30 years Library Alliance Française of Boston, pres- of a New England winter in the photograph, one second of it. ago but I never really felt at home here ents a modern manifestation of the city’s “Boston Winter #6.” Then we realized how completely ridicu- … I guess I wanted to be in Paris so much profound effect on its visitors. For many lous we were being. that I said, “I bet it really is here ...” artists, the memory of a Parisian sojourn known Boston landmarks such as the The second annual Food Network fes- I did the book [“Paris in Boston” is a lens through which they come to Boston Public Library at Copley Square, tival took place at various locations across (2008)] totally on instinct. I didn’t do view everything else in their lives. As they the Boston Common and the Charles Manhattan from Oct. 8 to 11. We realized that, any research ... After I finished, then I continue to produce new works, many River in small, black and white photo- no, it would not be possible to go to events on did do some research, and I found the return to their experiences in Paris with graphs. every day of the festival, and, no, it is not an most amazing thing is that the architect its distinctive character, people and archi- These are sites with which many option to leave one event at TheTimesCenter who designed the façade of the Boston tecture. Dzamba, in his new exhibition, Bostonians are already familiar. But on 41st and 7th and make it to The Tishman Public Library studied architecture at the references this trend but does so in a very in this context, they bear a startling Auditorium at The New School on 12th and [École des] Beaux-Arts in Paris — Charles unique way; he examines those aspects of resemblance to Paris. The brilliance of 5th within four minutes — no matter how McKim. Also, he says in his notes that he Boston that are imbued with the likeness Dzamba’s photos is that they manage to quickly we run or how crazily our cabbie can modeled the façade of the Boston Public and spirit of the city of light. capture his love of Paris but also cause drive. It’s also pretty damn expensive to be a Library on the façade of the Bibliothèque In the exhibition, which is comprised of Food Network devotee: The cheapest events Sainte-Geneviève. So I’m like, “Wow, 10 photographs, Dzamba presents well- see PARIS, page 6 were lectures that went for $30 a ticket, and there really is something here.” some of the dinners cost upwards of $300 a But it wasn’t the history first and plate. For the sake of our bank accounts and then the pictures; it was totally the THEATER REVIEW our sanity, we calmed down and purchased pictures as fine art, and then it’s nice tickets to two events on Saturday, Oct. 10. to know that there’s some historical Insanity, stereotyping addressed head The first event we attended was a TimesTalk support, but also you can see that all lecture with Ina Garten and Alex Witchel, a of it is artistic interpretation: the Louis staff writer for The New York Times Magazine. building, the Public Garden, the sunset on in ‘The Caretaker” Witchel asked Ina the kinds of questions that at Copley Station … the pyramids at BY AVANI PATEL Gidron, who masterfully presents the I’ve always wanted to ask her. I hate when the Louvre. It’s South Station but to me Contributing Writer show’s disturbing themes. Utilizing the people interview Food Network personalities [and] to a lot of people it evokes the muggy feel of the script as well as a simple and ask them about their favorite dishes, their pyramids at the Louvre. “The Caretaker” is a disturbing paradox yet telling scene, Gidron leaves audience culinary background, etc. I want to know the AK: What decided what made it into the in both title and essence. Centered around members questioning their own sanity. nuts and bolts behind the operation, like how book and what made it onto the walls [at two brothers and a homeless man, the The set is simplistic yet quirky, contain- they film their shows or what their writing the French Library of Boston]? ing a few items whose significance is never process is like for their cookbooks. JD: I first started out with a 40-page The Caretaker truly explained. Frustrating at times, unex- I can officially say that Ina Garten is a com- book and then I looked at it and I said, plained symbols adorn the stage, and it plete control freak, but it pays off. “There’s so much good stuff here ...” slowly becomes clear to the viewer that the Ina stressed numerous times that she’s a so I went up to an 80-page book and Written by Harold Pinter set has little bearing on the play’s plot. The businessperson, and her business just hap- I didn’t leave a lot of stuff out. As Directed by Daniel Gidron show’s focus is on the inner complexities pens to be food — she approaches everything for the walls, I just picked 10 that I At The Nora Theater Co through Nov. 1 of each character instead of on the physi- methodically. It used to take her three days to thought were indicative of a range of cal world around them. film one episode of “The Barefoot Contessa,” my style, and told the story the way I Tickets $15 to $35 “The Caretaker” seems to convey a but over the years they’ve condensed it down wanted it told. And that is that some play unfolds the seemingly ordinary plot stern warning about stereotypes and to one as she got more comfortable in front is architectural with architectural his- into an eerie vortex of mental twists. insanity. Pinter artfully crafted the play of the camera. It takes her two years to write tory, some is artistic interpretation, The Nora Theater Company presents in order to force his audiences to con- a cookbook — one year to write the recipes and overall, I hope we see it all as fine Harold Pinter’s play with a strong cast and one year to test all of them. There isn’t art photography. of Boston actors, led by director Daniel see CARETAKER, page 6 a single color, font or piece of flatware in the book that she does not approve. CONCERT REVIEW Witchel started the event by proclaim- ing, “Loving Ina is like a religion,” and it was definitely apparent in the question-and- Rock supergroup delivers fantastic live show answer session after the talk. Everybody from young kids to senior citizens gushed BY RYAN ZUCKMAN over Ina, complimenting her on everything Daily Staff Writer from her approachable style to how she de- veins a shrimp. I have to say, however, that I These days, there are few rock bands was a little disappointed with the TimesTalk. that can sell out a gig in mere minutes. Witchel spent too much time talking about Fewer still can inspire ticket-holding fans how she met Ina for the first time and what to line up four blocks from the venue she’s learned from her, rather than actually before doors open, and even fewer can letting Ina speak for herself. Overall, it was inspire such anticipation that audience an interesting behind-the-scenes look at members will heckle the opening act the “Barefoot Contessa” brand, but it was before they even start. But the House of nothing compared with the antics that went Blues in Boston played host to no ordi- on at Guy Fieri’s culinary demonstration nary band on Sunday night, nor even an later in the day. ordinary supergroup. With nary a single Guy is absolutely out of his mind. He has to their name, Them Crooked Vultures so much energy he can barely get out a brought their first-ever tour to Boston sentence before being distracted or moving and stunned the audience with a lean, on to another story. Either he tones it down mean set of never-before-heard songs. while he is filming his shows, or the Food The hype is understandable, of course. Network must have an amazing editing team. With a lineup consisting of Josh Homme, His personality is completely reflected in his (guitarist and singer for Queens of the fans: The only time I have ever seen so many Stone Age), Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters middle-aged people scream so loudly was at PITCHFORK.COM see VULTURES, page 6 “Dave Grohl ANGRY! DAVE GROHL SMASH!!!” see HOROWITZ, page 6 6 THE TUFTS DAILY ARTS & LIVING Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Them Crooked Vultures explore hard rock, progressive Food Network’s rock at House of Blues in Boston festival a culinary VULTURES continued from page 5 smorgasbord guitarist and singer, Nirvana drum- mer) and John Paul Jones (bassist of HOROWITZ Led Zeppelin), the band has already continued from page 5 cemented its place in rock history sim- a Bruce Springsteen concert — my mother ply by existing. But not every super- shouted louder than I did on both occasions. group is a Crosby, Stills & Nash, and For the demonstration, Guy made “Pork indeed, results are frequently mixed. El Fuego,” the same dish he prepared when Fans can breathe easy, though, because he was on “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno the veteran musicians that make up in March. It’s stir-fried pork and vegetables Them Crooked Vultures have crafted that get lit on fire and served on ciabatta with some of the most dynamic and satisfy- cheese; I think he said, “You can’t have a party ing hard rock tunes in ages and play without the havarti” about 10 times in the together with astounding chemistry. 40-minute demo. He talked so fast and spent A deafening roar greeted the band so much time interacting with the audience as it walked on stage, with members that he barely got the sandwich finished — grinning from ear to ear. Immediately he described his energy level as being like they launched into “Elephants,” a blaz- “nitrous oxide put in a lawn mower.” But the ing number with an extremely catchy crowd ate it up, literally: He threw slices of riff that whipped the crowd into a frenzy. cheese and hunks of bread into the audience Building on this momentum, they front- while he was cooking. loaded the set with a string of massive Robert Irvine, the chef from “Dinner: head-banging songs. “Scumbag Blues” Impossible,” showed up completely out of was a standout: While Grohl and Jones the blue right before the demo started. “The sang backup vocals, Jones improvised Irv,” as Guy called him, even made Guy more a classic blues bassline, and Homme INDIESCREET.COM energetic. He tossed him a beer from the crooned in falsetto over some indel- John Paul Jones, at left: “Not really sure what’s going on here, but this young fella on the guitar onstage fridge, and they swapped stories ible guitar licks, together sounding seems pretty good, and there appears to be some kind of hairy beast behind the drum set.” about their travels. It was completely surreal like a modern version of Eric Clapton’s to sit in front of two Food Network stars and seminal super-group Cream. They later musical backbone for the entire group. enthusiasm on stage — as well as the just listen to them chat like old friends. explored pulsating, rhythmic grooves Rounding out the Vultures, Homme’s fresh creative input from their differ- The thing that impressed me the most with disco-stomp beats and heavily tex- smooth voice and loose, improvisational ent backgrounds. Not all of the songs about the entire Festival experience — tured “Kashmir”-style arrangements. guitar playing complemented the band were received well by the crowd, as aside from Guy’s inability to stand still They even ended the set with a sprawl- in an entirely unique way. Homme noted: “If you don’t like some for more than 10 seconds — was the ing progressive-rock odyssey containing Them Crooked Vultures don’t suffer of these songs, just drink a little fast- difference in the types of people at all multiple movements and motifs. Every from a clash of egos and muddled influ- er.” But in the crucible of live perfor- of the events. Ina’s audience was mainly song was a slick surprise, with various ences — it’s clear that the primary song- mance, the hit/miss ratio for the new groups of older women and a few fami- time signatures, tempo and key changes writing force is Homme, and the best band playing entirely original material lies; Guy’s audience looked like it should sprinkled in, executed with a precision frame of reference for this new batch was surprisingly strong, with only two have been tailgating instead of watching far beyond most modern rock bands. of songs is the discography of his band, or three songs that didn’t quite click — a a culinary demonstration; and there were As a rhythm section, Grohl and Jones Queens of the Stone Age (QOTSA). From good sign indeed for the forthcoming mainly 30-something women coming out make a thunderous pair. Grohl may the hard-hitting riffs of QOTSA’s “Songs album, reportedly due out on Interscope of Rachael Ray’s demo, which ended right strap on a guitar when he plays with Foo for the Deaf” (2002) to the pop influenc- Records before the end of the year. before Guy’s began. The people at the Fighters, but it is abundantly clear that es of “Lullabies to Paralyze” (2005) and Them Crooked Vultures seem to have Festival, and how quickly the tickets sell his true home is behind the drum set. As the unconventional bridges and har- achieved the impossible. Not only have out, are really a testament to how far- he hammered away at the skins all night monic left turns of “Era Vulgaris” (2007), they lived up to the overwhelming hype reaching and well loved the Food Network with the intensity of the Muppet drum- there’s plenty of variety, and his stamp is surrounding their project, but they have is. I’m already marking my calendar for mer Animal, he displayed an impressive all over the material. also defied expectations, debuting a when tickets go on sale next year. array of beats and fills, never showing At the same time, it also sounds like killer batch of fresh-sounding, original off but always driving the songs forward. nothing Homme has ever done. Perhaps material while establishing themselves Jones played with an incredible tightness it is the readily apparent joy he derives as a hard-hitting live band. Clearly, the Caryn Horowitz is a senior majoring in and musicality that can only come from from playing with some of rock’s great- reports of rock and roll’s death have history. She can be reached at Caryn. decades of experience and served as the est musicians — who all shared his been greatly exaggerated. [email protected]. French Library of Boston Talented actors shine brighter than content CARETAKER marries aesthetics of two cities continued from page 5 stantly change their opinion of PARIS ing to its Web site, it offers the sec- each character’s insanity, and the continued from page 5 ond largest private collection of very dialogue of the piece openly the viewer to examine Boston French books, periodicals, DVDs criticizes common, offensive ste- itself more closely. and audio and video cassettes reotypes. While the open jabs at One of the photographs, available in the United States. The discrimination have a method “Sunset over the Charles River” FAB also offers French language to their madness, some of the (2007), captures the Charles just instruction courses and numer- lines are actually offensive to a before dusk. The image is not in ous programs for French enthu- modern audience’s ears because full focus, and as a result, the curv- siasts such as French-themed lec- of their incorporation of various ing Charles, surrounded on both tures and dinners. racial slurs. sides by buildings and traversed The FAB is located in a large In addition to the keen insight by a bridge, bears a striking resem- mansion on Marlborough Street, provided by Pinter’s writing, the blance to Paris’ river, the Seine. and the exhibition — which is actors also add a great deal of Another photograph in the exhi- open for free to the general pub- depth to the performance. Aston bition, “Boston Winter #6” (2004), lic — is displayed on the walls (John Kuntz) and Mick (Joe depicts the edge of a Bostonian of one of the first-floor reception Lanza), two brothers living under park as seen between two high- rooms. With its crystal chandelier, the same roof, initially seem like rise buildings. The photo captures elaborate mantle piece and large nothing but harmless, quirky the park’s trees and an ambient windows, the room itself has a men. Slowly, however, it is subtly wintry mix, and once again, the Parisian feel, which adds a great revealed that Aston hides some scene bears a strong likeness to deal to the photographs displayed worrying complexities. Kuntz Paris. Indeed, were it not for the and serves to reinforce the con- artfully plays to the audience’s photograph’s title, it would be easy nection between these two cities. sympathies through his body lan- to assume that this was an image “Paris in Boston” demonstrates guage and masterful delivery of COURTESY ELIZABETH STEWART of the Parc Monceau, which is that the City of Light casts a long- his lone monologue. Michael Balcanoff and John Kuntz in “The Caretaker.” situated in one of the French capi- lasting spell on those who visit its Lanza also presents Mick as tal’s most elegant neighborhoods. famed streets and experience its a sympathetic character through when his façade is revealed. This was a literary giant who made his The exhibition’s photos are captivating culture. For Dzamba, manipulative facial expressions emotional attachment gives more first of many commercial success- also part of a book that the art- like many artists, it has changed and body language. Though Mick credibility to his character, and es with “The Caretaker.” The Nora ist produced entitled “Paris in the way he views his surround- is bipolar, viewers will often catch results in a greater interest in the Theater Company has taken this Boston” (2008). ings. For Bostonians, this exhi- themselves investing their trust play itself as well. dark piece and executed it wonder- The book features many more bition both draws surprisingly in his words, as he is persuasive Though the plot is peculiar, it fully, making it not only enjoyable images that Dzamba has cap- forceful connections between whether ecstatic or erratic. is the actors who truly draw the for the audience, but also unforget- tured that link Boston to Paris. Boston and Paris and forces its Actor Michael Balcanoff question mark in the mind, leav- table. The simplicity of the cast Though some are more compel- residents to examine their own embodies Davies, at once mes- ing the audience both unsatis- size and set contrasts with inter- ling in their connections between city more closely. senger, instigator and manipula- fied and in awe. Not sure what to nal complexities, making viewing the two cities than others, they Thanks to the exhibition, tor. His threefold control mimics make of the characters or the vari- the show a mentally compelling provide an excellent complement French enthusiasts in Boston can the three-way dictatorship of the ous symbols throughout the play, experience. to the works displayed on the now experience the City of Light play itself. Clearly the oldest, his viewers wonder about the myste- “The Caretaker” is showing room’s walls. by walking through the Boston character is the most obnoxious, rious nature of the unknown and from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1 at the Central Another wonderful aspect of Common. But they should be but the audience puts up with him the desire to explain everything. Square Theater, 450 Massachusetts this exhibition is its setting in the forewarned: With Dzamba’s cre- because of his moments of gen- This pivotal question is one that Avenue in Cambridge. Tickets are French Library Alliance Française ative take on the city, they may tility. Balcanoff executes his role drives the main point home and $35, $25 for seniors, $20 for stu- of Boston (FAB). The FAB, located feel a strong urge to hail a cab to skillfully, as he is not only able to will leave one wondering: What is dents with a valid ID and $15 for in Back Bay, is a center for French Logan Airport and catch the next gain audience members’ trust but classified as “insane?” student rush, a same-day sale to culture and learning, and accord- Air France jet to Paris. entertains them and pains them Harold Pinter, recently deceased, students, when available. Wednesday, October 14, 2009 THE TUFTS DAILY ADVERTISEMENT 7 SENIORS: On-Campus Recruiting Latino Heritage Month and the Job Application LGBT Center Present: Deadlines Abriendo Puertas, Organizations and deadlines change daily. Creating A Dialogue for Gay Check weekly for updated deadlines and additional opportunities. Latinos in Boston Full Time Entry Level Jobs

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Tufts Career Services careers.tufts.edu “Negotiating with Iran: Wrestling the Ghosts of History”

with Ambassador John Limbert

TODAY, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 12-1:30pm, Barnum Hall, Room 008 Lecture and Book Signing

A hostage for 14 months in Iran, Ambassador Limbert holds the Department of State’s Meritorious Honor Award, two Superior Honor Awards, and the Award for Valor. Before joining the Foreign Service, he taught in Iran, both as a Peace Corps Volunteer (1964-66) and as an English in- structor at Shiraz University (1969-72). A career Foreign Service Officer since 1973, Ambassador Limbert’s overseas experiencelso a includes tours in Algeria, Djibouti, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. From 1981 to 1984 he taught Political Science at the U.S. Naval Academy, and in 1991-92 he was a Senior Fellow at Harvard University’s Center for International Affairs.

A Senior Foreign Service Officer, Limbert served as president of the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) from 2003-2005. Prior to this appointment, he was Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania (2000-2003). While serving as Ambassador, he was one of the first civilian officials to enter Baghdad in April 2003, with the Organization for Reconstruction and Humanitarian Assistance. There he was responsible for cultural affairs, including restoring the looted Iraqi Museum. In March-May of 2004 he returned to Iraq, leading a team in support of the U.S. mission there. Earlier he had been Deputy Coordinator for Counterterrorism in the U.S. State Department (2000); member of the State Department’s Senior Seminar (1997- 98); Deputy Chief of Mission at the United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea (1994-97); and Director of Orientation at the State Department’s Foreign Service Institute in Washington (1992-94). Ambassador John Limbert is currently a visiting professor at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. He also holds the American Foreign Service Association’s Rivkin Award for creative dissent.

Sponsored by the New Initiative for Middle East Peace (NIMEP) and the Institute for Global Leadership. For more information: x73314 or www.tuftsgloballeadership.org. 8 THE TUFTS DAILY CAPTURED Wednesday, October 14, 2009

JAMES CHOCA/TUFTS DAILY JAMES CHOCA/TUFTS DAILY The pep rally was held in the campus center on Friday evening, featuring a number of Tufts Captured performing groups. Above left: The Smoking Jackets, above right: soloist from sQ! Tufts Homecoming Weekend

The Tufts Beelzebubs performed Friday night in Goddard Chapel along with the Amalgamates and the Jackson Jills. ALEX DENNETT/TUFTS DAILY

ANNIE WERMIEL/TUFTS DAILY Alex and Ella get creative in the kid’s corner at Homecoming with their mother, Tara Mansour (A’01), graduate of the Boston School of Occupational Therapy. Wednesday, October 14, 2009 THE TUFTS DAILY CAPTURED 9

Senior Emma Blumstein rejoices with friends as this year’s Homecoming queen. JAMES CHOCA/TUFTS DAILY

ANDREW MORGENTHALER/TUFTS DAILY The Tufts pep band engages the crowd. ANNIE WERMIEL/TUFTS DAILY

ANDREW MORGENTHALER/TUFTS DAILY Sophomore Adam Auerbach kicks the Jumbos to a 25-22 victory against Bowdoin in overtime on Saturday. 10 THE TUFTS DAILY EDITORIAL | LETTERS Wednesday, October 14, 2009

EDITORIAL THE TUFTS DAILY GIOVANNI J.B. RUSSONELLO Honor true heroes, not just big names Editor-in-Chief Much controversy has arisen over activist, who too often goes unnoticed edge the horrors of the Holocaust, EDITORIAL the bestowal of the 2009 Nobel Peace by the public eye. and for his continued work to pro- Naomi Bryant Managing Editors Prize last week to President Obama, The committee has been rightfully mote tolerance of Jews around the David Heck who had been nominated before even chastised in the past for awarding world. René Cassin, who received the Alexandra Bogus Executive News Editor being elected president. the Peace Prize to politicians with award in 1968, drafted the Universal Alfred Nobel, the founder of the spotty records. In 1973, then-Secre- Declaration of Human Rights, pre- Nina Ford News Editors award, specifically stated that it go “to tary of State Henry Kissinger received sided over the European Court of Tessa Gellerson Ben Gittleson the person who shall have done the the prize for ending the Vietnam Human Rights and headed many Christy McCuaig most or the best work for fraternity War, despite his role in expanding NGOs. The 2006 winner, Muhammad Matt Repka among nations, for the abolition or the war and fostering great insta- Yunus, created the Grameen Bank, Ellen Kan Assistant News Editors Harrison Jacobs reduction of standing armies and for bility in Southeast Asia. Even North which provides microloans to impov- Katherine Sawyer the holding and promotion of peace Vietnamese peace negotiator Le Duc erished people, assisting them in ris- Saumya Vaishampayan congresses.” While Obama is making a Tho, who received the prize along ing out of destitution. On the global Robin Carol Executive Features Editor concerted effort to solve world issues with Kissinger, returned his award scale, these humanitarians were little- through diplomacy, it does seem clear in disgust. Theodore Roosevelt, who known before the committee recog- Marissa Carberry Features Editors that he is not worthy of the award. oversaw a bloody, inhumane war in nized them, but they are among the Meredith Hassett Alison Lisnow It is the belief of the Daily that the Philippines during his tenure as recipients who best embodied Alfred Emily Maretsky the Nobel committee should generally our 26th president, received the prize Nobel’s vision. Kerianne Okie refrain from awarding any politician for negotiating the end of the Russo- The Nobel committee should con- Romy Oltuski Christina Pappas its Peace Prize. A fundamental part of Japanese War. Mikhail Gorbachev centrate on awarding the Nobel Peace Charlotte Steinway being a successful politician is pan- essentially won because he eventually Prize to activists who are committed Julia Zinberg dering to the public and cutting deals realized that the Soviet Union was fall- to a cause and work diligently to Sarah Korones Assistant Features Editors Carter Rogers — a public official’s main focus rarely ing apart and decided it was better to highlight humanitarian issues that lines up directly with Alfred Nobel’s let go than keep fighting the inevita- are not necessarily widely known Jessica Bal Executive Arts Editor vision. Though most politicians do ble. The Nobel committee overlooked to the public. Such endeavors are Emma Bushnell Arts Editors want to foster peace, and Obama cer- the middling nature of these politi- becoming increasingly important as Mitchell Geller tainly does, there are other individu- cians’ achievements, ostensibly for we moved toward a globalized soci- Adam Kulewicz als who devote their lives to social the purpose of presenting the award ety and economy. Recognizing the Catherine Scott Josh Zeidel activism and are not hindered by the to someone famous. efforts of people who are quietly cre- Charissa Ng Assistant Arts Editors complexities of being a politician. It But the Nobel committee has not ating a better world is a much more Benjamin Phelps is these individuals who deserve to be amassed a record of total failure. effective way to cultivate peace and Michelle Hochberg Executive Op-Ed Editor recognized, and the Nobel committee Eliezer Wiesel, a concentration camp global awareness than handing out would do the world a great service by survivor, won the award in 1986 for the award to supposedly altruistic, Vittoria Elliott Editorialists highlighting this type of outstanding forcing a resistant world to acknowl- bigwig politicians. Nina Grossman Opinion Editors Andrew Rohrberger Molly Rubin Erin Marshall Editorial Cartoonists DEVON COLMER Alex Miller

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Grace Lamb-Atkinson Executive Copy Editor Rachel Oldfield Copy Editors Ben Smith Elisha Sum OFF THE HILL | HARVARD UNIVERSITY Ricky Zimmerman Sam Connell Assistant Copy Editors Sara Eisemann Katherine Evering-Rowe Destructive disclosure Ammar Khaku Niki Krieg B Y EDITORIAL BOARD ous pregnancies, means only to advance providing abortions in addition to deter- Luke Morris The Harvard Crimson the promulgation of data for the sake of ring women from seeking them. Doctors Lucy Nunn Regina Smedinghoff academic research and curbing the num- who refuse to comply, after all, are faced The Oklahoma state legislature, which ber of abortions in the state. However, with the specter of the loss of their license Ben Schwalb Executive Online Editor has helped put Oklahoma at the forefront given that the measure comes in the wake and criminal sanctions. Christine Jang Online Editor of anti-choice legal experimentation, is of the legislature’s passage last year of Most insidious of all is the claim that at it again. A new bill, which takes effect what is to date the strictest ultrasound this new measure does not infringe Michael Vastola Executive Technical Manager Nov. 1, forces doctors to publish on a law in the nation, requiring physicians to upon a woman’s privacy. While the leg- Muhammad Qadri Technical Manager public Web site a laundry list of data for verbally depict the ultrasound image to islation does not require the publication every abortion performed in the state. women seeking abortions, we doubt that of the patient’s name, as Feminists For Not only does this measure openly flout the motive of those pushing the new legis- Choice argues, “In reviewing the actual BUSINESS a patient’s right to privacy, but it also lation is merely research and prevention. text of the law, the first 8 questions that Kahran Singh Executive Business Director unnecessarily perpetuates the stigma Staff Attorney at the Center for will be asked and reported could easily surrounding abortion as a means to deter Reproductive Rights Jennifer Mondino be used to identify any member of a Benjamin Hubbell-Engler Advertising Director Brenna Duncan Online Advertising Manager women from undergoing the procedure. agreed, saying, “These bundled abor- smaller community.” Dwijo Goswami Billing Manager It can be argued that this new legisla- tion restrictions have nothing to do with There is a lawsuit pending filed by Ally Gimbel Outreach Director tion, which mandates the publication of protecting the people of Oklahoma and former state Rep. Wanda Jo Stapleton The Tufts Daily is a nonprofit, independent newspaper, pub- the date of the abortion, the county in everything to do with lawmakers who and Oklahoma resident Lora Joyce David lished Monday through Friday during the academic year, and which it was performed, the mother’s age, have political agendas trying to make it to strike down this bill. For the sake of distributed free to the Tufts community. the mother’s marital status, the mother’s harder for women to get abortions and the privacy and safety of the women of P.O. Box 53018, Medford, MA 02155 race, the mother’s level of education, the harder for doctors to provide them.” Oklahoma, we hope that they succeed 617 627 3090 FAX 617 627 3910 [email protected] mother’s state or country of residence, Mondino also pointed out that this leg- in undoing the damage inflicted upon and the mother’s total number of previ- islation further dissuades doctors from Oklahoma by its state legislature.

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WOMEN’S SOCCER goals and putting herself in the had high energy on the ball, and and preventing the Camels from winning record and continue continued from page 12 right place at the right time,” we were being creative and tak- getting any real chances on net. their shutout streak on Saturday “Conn. College came out DeGregorio said. ing chances.” “We’ve been keeping our against a team that defeated really hard and was hoping to The Jumbos, however, would The second half featured no shape really well,” Hirsch said. them 2-1 last year. The Bantams have a chance,” sophomore not be satisfied with sitting on goals, though Conn. College put “If someone goes in to make come into the game with a 3-3-2 defender Cleo Hirsh said. “They a 2-0 lead and kept pressur- up more of an offense than it a tackle and isn’t successful, record (2-3-1 in NESCAC) and haven’t had much success in the ing the Camels. Tufts outshot did in the first half. The Camels there’s always someone back- are two spots below Tufts in the NESCAC this season, and they Conn. College 12-5 in the first outshot the Jumbos 6-5 in the ing them up. There’s just a lot of conference standings. were probably hoping to get out half, and with a little over 27 second 45 minutes, but senior support all over the defensive A win for Trinity would go and get a win. So right away that minutes on the clock, junior goalie Kate Minnehan was up to line, so there are no holes.” a long way toward securing a one goal affected them a lot, defender Sarah Nolet would the task, making four saves in the The victory also marked Tufts’ first-round home game in the because they realized that today add to the lead. Off a corner last half to preserve the score. tenth consecutive win over conference tournament, while wasn’t going to be their day.” kick from sophomore midfield- The shutout was the fourth Conn. College, five of which a win for Tufts would move the Just over 10 minutes later, er Lauren O’Connor, the 6-foot- straight for Tufts in NESCAC have been shutouts. Jumbos closer to the only teams Hardy would strike again. After a tall Nolet, the team’s best aerial play. The team has not allowed Though Tufts knows it played that have scored on them in miscue by Conn. College goalie threat, headed the ball past a goal to a conference opponent well against the Camels, who are conference play: Middlebury Jenna Ross in the Camels’ box, Ross to make the score 3-0. since the 52nd minute of the still winless in NESCAC com- and Amherst. senior co-captain Cara Cadigan “We attacked from all points Sept. 19 match against Amherst petition at 0-6, it will have to “Trinity is always a strong fed Hardy, who scored her fifth on the field: from the defense — a span of over 400 minutes. continue to improve in anticipa- opponent, but we’re looking goal of the season. all the way forward,” said On Wednesday, the defense once tion of Saturday’s match-up with forward to redeeming our- “Whitney’s been doing a Hirsch. “We were connecting again was superb, disrupting Trinity College. The Jumbos will selves for last year’s loss,” really good job of crashing the well with our teammates, we Conn. College’s flow of attack try to build on their conference DeGregorio said. Editors' Challenge | Week 6

Like white and red pegs clumped messily on a Battleship board, the sports editors word for skilled picking, toying with everyone through the first five weeks before find themselves jumbled together; almost everyone is still in the running. Yet, with a exploding at 11-3, spelling trouble for those in his path. Also tied with Landy at three-way tie for first place, a few picking gurus have clearly established themselves 53-23 overall are Jeremy “Guess Who?” Greenhouse, Alex “Barrel of Monkeys” as the ants in the proverbial selection pants. Prewitt and Dave “Mr. Bucket” Heck. Mike “Jenga” Spera appears to be in way over Leading the quest for perfection is Steve “Connect Four” Smith, who remained in his head, sitting eight games out of first place at 48-28. first place despite a mediocre 8-6 Week Five, moving up to 56-20 overall. Tied with Guest picking this week will be Alex “Candyland” Lach, who boasts speed on the Smith is Phil “Yahtzee!” Dear, the reigning champion. Sapna “Mouse Trap” Bansil soccer field faster than beach-goers fleeing a shark attack and a picking wizardry had the second-best score last week, coming in at 10-6 to surge from third place akin to Merlin’s. up to first. It was easy money for Evan “Hungry Hungry Hippos” Cooper to stay in Thus far, the NFL, like in life, has proved to be unpredictable, but the right strat- fourth place, finishing at 8-6 despite a subpar week across the editorial board. ego may just vault an unexpected editor far up the standings, so long as he doesn’t Heads up, here comes the boss. Ethan “Gator Golf” Landy clearly found the pass- spill the beans on his secret upset pick of the week.

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TEDDY MINCH | OFF MIC Why health care reform matters Thanking BY ANDREA LOWE

Health care reform — the buzz phrase that the has been on everyone’s lips and on the front page of all major newspapers since early in the summer. However, despite the headlines academy and the promises of politicians, we are dan- hen word came from Norway gerously close to failing, once again, to pro- of President Obama being duce coherent, lasting health care reform. awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, The debate over reforming the American W Press Secretary Robert Gibbs health care system started long before this was sound asleep. Gibbs phoned Obama past June, the presidential race in 2008 or before the sun rose and thus began the single even the 1990s. Theodore Roosevelt’s cam- most bizarre day in recent American politi- paign platform in 1912 included universal cal history. President Obama later appeared health care coverage and other radical posi- in the Rose Garden to bashfully qualify his tions including women’s suffrage and more acceptance of the award as “a call to action.” adequate workers’ compensation programs. Obama said he was both “surprised and deep- In Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s New Deal, ly humbled,” suggesting he felt odd “to be in implementation of a government-run health the company of many of the transformative plan to complement unemployment insur- leaders who have received this prize.” The ance and social security programs was dis- speech was concise, and Obama was back at cussed but never came to fruition. Harry work inside the White House before most in Truman and John F. Kennedy both pushed MCT Washington had begun their lunch hour. for healthcare reform, but a fear of socialized Unfortunately, these basic tenets that offer health care but cannot, since costs are Only two other sitting presidents — medicine quickly brought the debate to an should be included in any health care reform so high. Fixing soaring health costs would Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt — end. Health care reform advocates won a bill are now in jeopardy, as Republican voices significantly help. were given the Nobel Peace Prize. Many have victory in 1965 with the creation of Medicare have clung to a few sticking points. Besides I don’t have a magic solution to fix ris- asked, as Obama joined that list on Friday, and Medicaid, extending coverage to elderly, the plainly ridiculous accusations, which I ing health care costs that would benefit whether he has, in fact, accomplished any- poor, blind and disabled Americans. will not discuss here, Republicans have com- Americans from all income levels. I do, thing meriting a Nobel. In reality, however, the Since then, very few components of the plained about the lack of tort reform and the however, know that focusing in on fringe more pertinent questions arise concerning the American health system have been changed claim that small businesses will go bankrupt issues takes away from the original inten- meaning and context of the Nobel Peace Prize or updated, aside from the creation of the if a health bill includes language mandating tion of the debate, which was to figure itself — what is its actual meaning for global Children’s Health Insurance Program in 1997 that employers provide coverage for their out a way to provide more comprehen- politics, or even its ability to highlight points of and the controversial passage of Medicare employees. sive and better coverage for Americans. international progress? Part D, whereby Medicare was extended to A focus on frivolous malpractice suits and To my knowledge, there is no way to keep In 1867, Alfred Nobel patented a safer, more cover prescription drugs in 2003. President the large awards handed out by juries for costs down and make insurance available stable form of explosive that he termed dyna- Obama campaigned on promises of reform- punitive and pain and suffering damages as to the average citizen without a govern- mite — a rather counterintuitive claim to ing America’s health care system, and a primary driver of health care costs makes ment-run insurance option. The existence fame for the man with a famous peace award Republicans and Democrats alike in the sense, but oversimplifies the problem. of a so-called public option will increase named after him. The Nobel Foundation, cre- House and the Senate noted that the system Health care costs are high for many reasons, competition by providing an incentive for ated through Nobel’s last will, gives out a was broken, and also promised change. one of which is sky-high malpractice insur- private companies to keep costs down. series of awards and cash prizes annually in So what went wrong? ance costs. However, the state of Michigan’s Pre-existing conditions cannot be a basis the fields of physics, chemistry, economics, We’ve all heard the numbers: 46 million cap on medical malpractice awards has for rejecting individuals who seek health literature and peace. The Awards Committee Americans are uninsured. National health left malpractice insurance costs virtually care. A comprehensive health plan needs is appointed by the Norwegian Parliament, care expenditures for 2009 will total about unchanged. Additionally, despite numerous to include these components. and though it is not legally stipulated, all on $2.5 trillion. The average family currently studies of the cost savings of tort reform Democrats and Republicans are both the committee are Norwegian nationals. pays $12,300 for coverage. Something obvi- proposals, no complementary studies have guilty of pandering and maneuvering with- Given the modicum of respect the United ously needs to be done. However, ever-pres- been undertaken to assess how quality of out addressing the primary flaws in our Nations receives as a multinational body, one ent political pressures have caused the exist- care for patients would change. health care system. The Democratic leader- can’t help but ask the question of why in the ing bills in the House and the Senate to be As for the claim that small businesses ship has let us down in failing to fully back name of all things rational the Nobel Peace marked up and ripped apart. This is how will not be able to handle mandatory cover- comprehensive reform, and, given recent Prize — awarded unilaterally by Norwegians the political process works, but we need to age for their employees without going bank- developments, it seems that America will who are appointed by Norwegians — mat- be careful in making sure that if health care rupt, different plans provide different ways to be disappointed by whatever form of health ters at all. The case for the award’s requisite reform does indeed pass, it is something deal with this very real and important issue. care reform eventually passes. All we can do legitimacy is further muddled when consid- meaningful that will address the flaws in the Obama’s original health plan provided tax is wait and see what happens, and hope that ering recent recipients of the Nobel Peace system. In order to live up to what has been credits to help alleviate the financial burden. we don’t have to wait another hundred years Prize: Jimmy Carter in 2002, Dr. Mohammed promised and sought after for years, this Specifically, one bill in the House gives a before the debate resurfaces. El-Baradei of the International Atomic Energy elusive health care reform should make cov- 50 percent credit for small businesses that Association (IAEA) in 2005, and former Vice erage more affordable and provide options employ fewer than 25 people who on aver- President Al Gore in 2007. At last check, Carter for American citizens who do not have insur- age make less than $40,000 a year to put Andrea Lowe is a senior majoring in inter- has busied himself emboldening Hamas, the ance, including those who were previously toward premiums. More importantly, small national relations and economics. She is IAEA’s non-proliferation strategies in Iran have denied coverage for pre-existing conditions. businesses are strained because they want to president of the Tufts Democrats. failed miserably, and Gore’s global warming PowerPoints have all but disappeared with little meaningful, tangible impact on global policies beyond abstract pledges. The meaning of maturity In short, the Nobel Peace Prize has not been a particularly useful tool in measuring individu- BY PAUL RICHARDS One would like to hope that the more ques- as a call to action. When preparing for the als’ impact on global peace, especially when tionable events of Senior Pub Night could Senior Club Night at Ned Devine’s, maybe considering this year’s thought-to-be-short list. Young adulthood in America has many merely be attributed to the novelty of the seniors should avoid that last Keystone or Morgan Tsvangirai — the opposition leader of defining characteristics and events. Voting? event. Seniors have waited three years to final- shot of Captain Morgan. The nips of vodka Zimbabwe’s Movement for Democratic Change Of course. A growing sense of indepen- ly be able to take part in this hallowed tradi- that seem like a great addition to the eve- Party who was savagely beaten by President dence? That’s included as well. Urinating tion and may have gone a little overboard. The ning are probably better left at home. If a Robert Mugabe’s goons — successfully led an on the walls of a club? Maybe not so much. rather exorbitant prices at the club also may friend goes to urinate in a corner, maybe electoral struggle against Mugabe’s decades of But when one looks back to the events have encouraged people to drink more before take them by the arm and guide them to one tyranny, forcing Mugabe to sign a power-sharing from the first Senior Pub Night on Sept. 24, actually leaving Tufts and to sneak in alternate of the more bathroom-designated areas. So, agreement last year. He was passed over for the the realization that Tufts seniors may not sources of alcohol once they were at the club. Tufts seniors, when preparing for a night out award. Wei Jingsheng, Hu Jia and Gao Zhisheng, have grasped that concept arises. The vari- And, of course, one also has to consider that on the town in a few weeks, put on your rab- Chinese dissidents and human rights activists, ous less-than-socially-acceptable actions those who were engaging in the more outra- bit, cat, Mother Theresa or Spartan warrior have been repeatedly imprisoned and tortured. displayed by those who attended Senior geous behavior weren’t in the majority. This costume and make sure that you look your They were all passed over as well. Pub Night have created doubts as to the was not an instance of a mass riot, or a scene best. And, before you leave your apartment, Instead, the committee awarded Obama, future of the event. Two seniors unaffiliated from a Tufts Gone Wild video. For the most remember to check your pockets or purse crediting him with creating “a new climate in with the Senior Class Council have created part, the seniors who attended were respect- and ensure that your dignity is safely tucked international politics,” certainly unarguable the group Senior Club Life and plan to go ful and seemed to have a good time. away in there as well. given the fact that he isn’t George W. Bush. The ahead with a Halloween club night at Ned Despite all the reasons and excuses, the committee has, of late, been privy to playing Devine’s. This new event, of course, inspires actions displayed at Senior Pub Night must self-righteous politics with peace, and this year’s the question: Will this one be any different act, in words stolen from Barack Obama in Paul Richards is a senior majoring in selection is no exception to the rule. The Nobel or is history doomed to repeat itself? his Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, English and community health. Peace Prize is in no way a legitimate metric with which to objectively measure political progress, currents of international politics or significant achievements in the large-scale reduction of LET THE CAMPUS KNOW global conflict. Obama’s receipt of the award should not imply that his domestic or interna- tional agendas are progressing, or that he has WHAT MATTERS TO YOU. achieved the change for which he so staunchly campaigned in 2008. It simply means that our The Op-Ed section of the Daily, an open forum for campus editorial commentary, is printed president is currently very popular in Norway. Monday through Thursday. Submissions are welcome from all members of the Tufts community. We accept opinion articles on any aspect of campus life, as well as articles on national or interna- Teddy Minch is a senior majoring in politi- tional news. Opinion pieces should be between 600 and 1,200 words. Please send submissions, cal science. 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ETHAN FRIGON | THE BEARD ABIDES Trinity’s Parmenter: ‘Hell yes,’ we’re ‘pumped’ to play Tufts The Press’ FIELD HOCKEY continued from page 1 “I think we’re bringing some really good Provincial momentum into this game,” Tufts coach Tina McDavitt said. “I’m pleased with the Polling goals we’re scoring, not only the amount but also the quality shots that we’re taking. I felt like we were dominating games earlier in Problem the season, but we weren’t finishing. We’ve ollege football polls: They’re the just been able to make some adjustments, scourge of diehard pigskin fans the so I think we’re in really good shape offen- nation over. (Well, except for the sively.” CNortheast, where few seem to care “Looking at the scores from our past three about the beautiful game. Fools.) Fans love games, it really shows that our offense is nothing more than to angrily rag on a poll- clicking,” Roberts added. “A lot of people ster who ranked their team precisely seven criticized us in the beginning, saying that we spots too low, or who had the audacity to had a lot of shots but that we weren’t capital- accidentally slot them below a team their izing, and now we are. It’s not that the shots team beat in Week 3. Normally, you would weren’t there before, but now we’re just mak- have to dismiss these as merely the rant- ing them count.” ings of supremely biased fans with way too The Bantams, meanwhile, enter tomor- much time on their hands to spend arguing row’s contest with a good amount of anonymously in online fan forums and on momentum themselves, courtesy of a 10-0 sports talk radio. record that featured early-season wins over In this case, though, it pains me to admit nationally ranked No. 11 Middlebury and that these fans have got a pretty legitimate No. 20 Keene State, as well as a victory last beef. College football polls are the only week at third-place Williams. instance in sports in which what you actu- But Trinity has its sights set on more than ally did on the field takes a backseat to just continuing an impressive start. After media perceptions — and this never fails to suffering two overtime losses to the Jumbos generate controversy on an annual basis. in 2008, including one in the semifinals of Every professional league obviously has a the NESCAC Tournament, the Bantams are coherent playoff system. College basketball also eyeing their shot at revenge. has polls, too, but they hold much less sway “Are we pumped to come play Tufts?” than those in football, and the 64-team Trinity coach Anne Parmenter said. “Hell playoff gives every halfway decent team a yes, we are.” shot at winning the championship. College “There’s been a history of really close football, on the other hand, has created a competition with them, with the two over- delightful little cartel known as the Bowl time games from last year,” she continued. Championship Series (BCS), mainly to keep “[A win] would be huge.” its lucrative partners happy. And, it seems, Trinity has proven formidable on both the to piss off the viewing public. This system offensive and defensive ends. A pair of junior ALEX DENNETT/TUFTS DAILY creates a two-team playoff every year, slot- forwards, Christy Bradley and All-American Senior co-captain Amanda Russo and Tufts will put its undefeated record on the line tomor- ting a national championship game and Robyn Williams, have powered the Bantams row against fellow unbeaten Trinity in a battle of two of the nations top five teams. nothing else. offensively; each ranks amongst the confer- The BCS standings, derived from a for- ence’s top five scorers this year. Meanwhile, tunities for their skill players. Trinity’s unique Following a midweek game against non- mula that at various points has included in net, Trinity boasts the reigning NESCAC approach is sure to challenge a Tufts defense conference foe Gordon, the Jumbos will trav- such variables as quality wins, strength Player of the Week, sophomore Gina Dinallo, that has yielded only two goals in the month el to third-place Williams and fourth-place of schedule and a Standardized Co-ed whose .891 save percentage is tops amongst of October. Bowdoin on successive weekends, with the Attractiveness System, is now relatively conference goalkeepers. “Trinity has a very distinctive style of play, latter contest against the Polar Bears sure simple: one-third Harris poll, one-third “Certainly, at Trinity, there’s no question and I think it’s interesting when you have to to be an emotional rematch of last year’s coaches’ poll, one-third the average of six that this is the best team I’ve ever coached,” play a team that’s very different from you NESCAC and national title games. After a computer formulas. So basically, you have said Parmenter, who is in her ninth year at in terms of the fundamental style,” Roberts long hiatus from playing its top competitors, got three groups of people not playing foot- the helm of the Bantams. “If we knew the said. “They utilize their one-on-one skill Tufts is eager to finally get a crack at some of ball deciding which two teams play for the magic ingredient, we’d try to replicate it very effectively across the field, so they’re the conference’s upper echelon teams. national championship. every single time. It just seems to be working always looking to isolate their defenders and “I think our team plays really well against Adding to the problem is the fact that the this year, which is great.” beat them. It’s definitely going to be tough hard competition, so we’re really looking most respected and best poll, the Associated On display tomorrow will be two vastly for our defense, but we’re going to step up forward to these games,” McDavitt said. “All Press’, is no longer part of the formula. The different styles of play. While the Jumbos and hopefully come out on top.” three of those games are going to be a chal- AP withdrew after controversy consumed operate offensively by spacing the field Tufts’ matchup with the Bantams will lenge for us, and it’s going to be good for me the end of the 2004 season, when five teams and relying on superior passing ability, the begin a crucial stretch that will carry the as a coach to see how the girls react and how finished undefeated (obviously, only two Bantams look to create one-on-one oppor- squad through the end of the regular season. they step up their games. It’ll be really fun.” can play for the championship). This led the BCS to begin its own replacement poll, the Harris poll, made up mainly of obscure media figures and former college football Jumbos looking to avenge last year’s heartbreaking loss players. The Harris poll is almost blandly FOOTBALL “If we run it a lot, like we did last week, it factor this week against Trinity.” similar to the coaches’ poll on a week-to- continued from page 12 will open stuff up down the field,” he contin- On Oct. 11 last year, the Jumbos fell 28-27 week basis. and being excited for the game,” Tassinari ued. “We did a pretty good job of that. Our in Hartford, Conn. when Bantams senior Especially in comparison with the AP said. “But we’re going to go out the same way first drive last week, we ran it the first 15 plays quarterback Jeremy McGrath (LA ’08) tied poll, both of these polls are notoriously stat- we always do, aside from putting in a few and then scored on a throw because we had the game up with a touchdown pass with 25 ic, with little change on a weekly basis. Both new fronts and coverages. We know they’ll run it so much, so we’ll probably try to do seconds left and then won it with a six-yard polls also generally seem resistant to mov- take their shots deep, but we want to try and that again.” score in overtime. The pain of that loss still ing non-BCS conference teams up, even stay disciplined on our men. Last week we let McManama has been quite efficient resonates with many on the team. after wins or losses by teams above them. up 22 points, and we thought that was too throughout the season, posting a 97.28 “All the upperclassmen, we definitely Most embarrassing of all, however, is the much for our defense.” passing rating. Though his 40.3 completion thought this week about the feeling we felt in basic idea of the coaches’ poll. Who thought Tufts, riding a two-game winning streak, percentage leaves much to be desired, he overtime last year,” Tassinari said. “We know it was a good idea for coaches to vote on rushed for 266 yards last week, more than could have a field day against a Trinity pass how much that stunk, and it’s definitely in the their own teams and the teams they’re play- half of which came from junior Pat Bailey. defense that has ceded six scores and 222.3 back of our heads. It was pretty terrible. You ing against? Could they have come up With the clock winding down, senior quar- yards per contest. But for the Tufts signal work so hard, only to lose on the last play.” with a group that would be more obviously terback Tom McManama scrambled for 10 caller, individual efforts take a backseat to “It was definitely a heartbreaker,” biased than the men whose jobs literally yards on a second-and-nine, while classmate improving to 3-1. McManama added. “It’s real tough to lose depend on what these polls say about them Darren Ferguson bolted into field goal range “The only goal is to win,” McManama that way, especially when you’re up with a and their competitors? with another first down earlier in the drive. said. “That’s it. We can’t wait, it’s a huge game. minute left. But it’s in the back in everyone’s There’s a direct incentive to not only But this weekend Tufts faces a Trinity defense It’s definitely a huge determinant of how our mind to not let that happen again. Everyone over-rank their own teams, but also teams that will roll into the Ellis Oval having ceded season will turn out.” knows how big this game is.” in their own conference, to make them- only 1.7 yards per carry and 57.7 ground The Jumbos come into the contest with Offense and defense aside, the key to vic- selves look better by comparison. Also, is yards per game two intangible bonuses on their side — home tory for the Jumbos will be matching the there another group that more obviously The Jumbos hope a potent ground game field advantage and the revenge factor. intensity of a squad with an aggregate record isn’t watching college football on Saturday? will open up much-needed passing lanes. Saturday’s game takes place on Parents of 32-3 since 2005. That’s kind of their biggest day of the week, “We’ve been preaching all week to be real Weekend, giving Tufts a chance to play in “I’m pumped up, it’s one of our biggest so, yeah: they might have other things on physical up front,” McManama said. “We’re front of a friendly crowd for the second games in our eight-game schedule,” Tassinari their mind than that poll they have to fill just going to go at these guys and be real straight week. The Jumbos are 11-2 in their said. “Personally, I know I’m excited, and as out by Sunday morning. aggressive and try to overpower. There’s defi- last 13 games at the Ellis Oval. a team, the excitement level has just been It’s one of the worst-kept secrets in sports nitely some new passes that we think work “Being home is great, the crowd was unbe- great. Playing at home is a lot nicer than tak- that just about every coach has their sports well against them; we have a pretty balanced lievable last week,” McManama said. “It defi- ing that bus ride the morning of. It’s a great information director or some other low- attack. It will be a good mix. nitely fires you up and should be a positive feeling to play in front of that home crowd.” level flunky in the athletic department fill their poll out for them. So, come on, col- lege football powers-that-be, take some of Texas hopes to avoid upset against rival Oklahoma the power away from the polls. Give us a playoff, and let teams decide the national INSIDE NCAA Still, although he has led his team to There is always something on the line championship on the field instead of in a continued from page 12 seven BCS bowl appearances, he has in the Red River Shootout line, and with sportswriter’s office. At the very least, get rid ably the two best quarterbacks in col- a reputation of faltering in big games. this year’s many storylines, Saturday’s of the idiotic coaches’ poll. lege football, this is also a matchup Brown, on the other hand, seems to duel will be no different. Whoever emerg- of two of the most respected coaches get his team to play its best in the es victorious this weekend could get the in the game. The head-to-head record spotlight, and his Longhorns have inside edge on gaining the top spot in the Ethan Frigon is a junior majoring in eco- favors Sooners coach Bob Stoops won three of the last four meetings Big 12 South and a likely date with a BCS nomics and International Relations. He over Texas’ Mack Brown, six-to-four. between the two teams. game at the end of the season. can be reached at [email protected]. 12 THE TUFTS DAILY COMICS Wednesday, October 14, 2009

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Rivalry games in college football often do not live up to the hype. And in the case of the Red River Rivalry between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns, it looked like that might be proven right this year. But with the return of last year’s Heisman Trophy-winning quarter- back Sam Bradford of Oklahoma, this year’s game does promise to be one to remember. And though this game might be lacking the luster of last year’s contest, which featured two undefeated, top-five squads, there will still be plenty at stake when the two teams meet once again tomorrow in the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas. A win by the third-ranked Longhorns could help put to bed any idea that the Alabama Crimson Tide deserve the No. 2 spot in the polls, whereas No. 20 Oklahoma could vault up the rankings by upsetting its rival. ANNIE WERMIEL/TUFTS DAILY Oklahoma’s big threat at quarterback Junior defender Sarah Nolet scored one of three first-half goals for Tufts in its 3-0 victory Wednesday over the Conn. College Camels. ensures that what was already a mar- quee game will also feature two of col- lege football’s biggest names: Bradford Jumbos ride Camels for fourth NESCAC victory and Texas gunslinger Colt McCoy. Bradford, who suffered an injury to BY ALEX LACH knew that, while losing the games, it “It was really important for us not to his throwing shoulder in the Sooners’ Daily Editorial Board played tough against two of the best get down after the early losses,” junior first game of the season versus the teams in the region — if not the coun- midfielder Geneva DeGregorio said. BYU Cougars, was back to being his Though the Tufts women’s soccer try. The Jumbos remained confident “From the beginning of the season, we’ve old self during his return last week team began its NESCAC slate with loss- that they could bounce back from the tried to take one game at a time and not against the Baylor Bears. Instead of es to both Middlebury and Amherst, it two losses and regain the form that has look back.” taking time to shake off the rust from made them a perennial contender for The Jumbos got off to a quick start not having played since Sept. 5, the WOMEN’S SOCCER the NESCAC crown. against the Camels, with senior co-cap- quarterback threw for 389 yards and a (6-4-0, 4-2-0 NESCAC) After Wednesday night’s 3-0 drub- tain Whitney Hardy finishing a cross from touchdown. With Bradford at the helm, Kraft Field, Wednesday bing of Conn. College, the team’s fourth senior forward Ali Maxwell just four min- the Sooners’ chances should be much straight NESCAC victory, the conference utes into the game. improved against a Texas defense that Conn. College 0 0 --- 0 throne may be closer than ever before for at times has looked susceptible to Tufts 3 0 --- 3 Tufts. see WOMEN’S SOCCER, page 10 tough passing attacks like the Texas Tech Red Raiders’. This is an important game for FOOTBALL Bradford, but the ramifications for McCoy loom even larger. The run- ner-up in the Heisman race last year, Jumbos hope to repeat success against Trinity McCoy has struggled at times this sea- son and is on pace to deliver numbers BY ALEX PREWITT that are well under his marks from Daily Editorial Board last year’s campaign. Thanks to some subpar competition, however, the The Tufts football team scored its big- Longhorns have still managed to rack gest victory of the still-young season with up the points thus far, coming into last week’s 25-22 overtime Homecoming win Saturday averaging an NCAA-leading against Bowdoin. Now, with Saturday’s at- 47.2 points a game. home matchup versus Trinity looming, it’s However, McCoy and Texas will up to Tufts to prove it’s a real contender in a be facing no pushover defense this jumbled NESCAC. weekend; Oklahoma has let up just 8.4 One week after sophomore kicker Adam points a game. Texas’ defense is also Auerbach scored a game-winning field goal on playing at a high level, allowing only Tufts’ first possession in overtime, the Jumbos’ 235 yards a game. Though the quarter- offense will have to replicate its efforts against backs are the headliners, it is the two the Polar Bears in order to have a shot at defenses that might steal the show. dethroning the 3-0 Bantams. Though the Sooners are 3-2, this In a double-edged matchup between will be a dangerous game for the high- Trinity, the NESCAC’s top scoring offense and ly ranked Texas team. Beside the ener- best rush defense, and Tufts, the conference’s gy from one of the best rivalries in second-best defense and top ground offense, college football, Oklahoma will draw something will have to give. on the added motivation of trying to The Jumbos’ defensive unit is hoping it can avenge a 45-35 loss last season that lock down on Trinity senior Oliver Starnes, sec- knocked the Sooners from the num- ond in the NESCAC with 272 yards and a 4.7- ber one ranking. yard per carry average, and force a mediocre But Texas will also be hungry to Bantams pass offense into action. Last week, prove that the BCS rankings commit- Tufts intercepted Bowdoin standout senior ted a major mistake when they vault- Oliver Kell once and held him to just 219 ed the Sooners into the national title yards, and the Jumbos feel confident about game last year despite the Longhorns’ their chances this Saturday should they force JAMES CHOCA/TUFTS DAILY head-to-head victory against them. Senior defensive back Keith Novak and the Tufts defense will be looking to stop a potent Starnes into the air. Texas fans are still smarting from being Trinity offense on Saturday that has average 33 points a game this season. “We know that their running game is their leapfrogged by a Sooners team that strong point, so we want to take away the run went on to lose to the Florida Gators first and get them to pass the ball,” senior tri- ting up Auerbach’s game-tying field goal. The or pick it [up] to put our offense in a good posi- in the championship, and they would captain and safety Tom Tassinari said. “Their defense also was stingy in overtime, holding tion.” love nothing more than to prove their quarterback is in his first year, so we want to the Polar Bears to zero net yards on seven The Jumbos insist that they will approach lofty status by walloping their confer- get to him as much as possible, stack a few plays. Yet Trinity has put up 33 points per this game the same way as they have ence brethren. more guys in the box.” contest and presents an entirely different chal- approached their previous three. In addition to featuring two of the Against Bowdoin, the Jumbos clamped lenge. “We’re really emphasizing coming out there best teams in the NCAA and argu- down when they needed to, forcing a three- “We still need to force more turnovers,” and-out late in the fourth quarter and set- Tassinari said. “Hopefully we can strip the ball see FOOTBALL, page 11 see INSIDE NCAA, page 11 Wednesday, October 14, 2009 THE TUFTS DAILY ADVERTISEMENT 13 Sudan Before and After 2011

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MEN’S XC do as well as we could have,” Lena added. highlights busy continued from page 16 “But the freshmen really kicked it up so we Broncos sit atop resting, freshman Matt Rand stepped up to were able to do pretty well overall ... we were weekend for Tufts fill the void for the Jumbos. Rand finished seventh out of Division III teams, but it was the AFC West in 103rd place with a time of 26:14, while really close with the teams ahead of us, and VOLLEYBALL junior Jeff Ragazzini and senior Ryan Lena if we had run Nick, we would have probably NFL continued from page 16 were right on his heels, finishing in 107th gotten third.” continued from page 15 have long tournaments or long matches, and 110th place, respectively. In a field of 320 runners from all three divi- followed up that performance by it really helps to know that anyone can “The course was a little soft, and guys sions, the race dynamic changes significantly scoring two touchdowns — includ- come in and play. Whenever one of us like Matt and Ryan both really gutted from the smaller meets earlier in the season. ing one that tied the game late and gets tired, there’s always eight other girls it out by working it out in big packs, “[In larger races like this], you can’t really tell sent it into overtime — over the that can come in with fresh legs and a moving it up when they needed to and where you are in the race, which affects your weekend against the Patriots. different perspective.” staying aggressive through the third strategy in the middle miles and your strategy After his game winner against the The offensive trio of senior co-cap- and fourth miles,” assistant coach Mark towards the end in terms of kicking and know- Cowboys, the cameras captured an tain Brogie Helgeson, Updike and Joyce- Carberry said. ing when to go,” Lena said. “The hardest part emotional scene in which Marshall Mendive was its usual dominant self, “Matt Rand [has] been sick at least the is just knowing where you are.” embraced McDaniels in a huge bear combining for 30 of the Jumbos’ 38 kills. past week if not more, but he just had a Leading the way for the Jumbos in the sub- hug. That moment between diva wide Running the show with 33 assists was really gutsy race,” he continued. “Knowing varsity race was sophomore Scott McArthur, receiver and first-year head coach Feiger, whose 688 assists give her the that he’s a little bit under the weather, he who took 15th, crossing the line 26:35, a time solidified the fact that Belichick’s lat- most in the league. still really pulled through.” that would have taken 144th place in the var- est disciple has what it takes to be a Though momentum is clearly on Though he was the third runner for Tufts sity race and would have made him the fifth winning coach in the NFL. Tufts’ side, the worst is yet to come for at this race last year, Lena improved on his finisher for Tufts. To further reinforce that notion, the Jumbos, as they still have to run the time by 17 seconds. “In the JV race, Scott McArthur really had just take a look at what happened to gauntlet of NESCAC opponents hoping “For a kid who’s still working and build- one of the most outstanding performances of another former Patriots coordina- to finally bring a halt to their charge. ing on his base training, [Lena] had a great the day,” Lena said. tor over in Cleveland. Eric Mangini, Up next is a trip to Middlebury, where closing mile and looked really smooth all McArthur’s time was 2:21 faster than at the former head coach of the New they will face the Panthers on Friday throughout the race,” Carberry added. the same race last year, moving him up 177 York Jets and the new head coach before taking on Hamilton and Williams “The strategy going in was pretty much places in the sub-varsity race. of the dreadful Cleveland Browns, on Saturday. Though Middlebury and to get out hard and just try and move up “For Scott to be in the front pack of the could not get on the same page with Hamilton are both near the bottom of the throughout the race,” Lena said. “I myself sub-varsity race, that means you really have his own star wide receiver, Braylon standings, owning 2-2 and 0-5 conference was focusing on the middle miles, not lag- to be aware of when the guys in front of Edwards. Like Marshall, Edwards records, respectively, Tufts insists that no ging in that part of the race, and it played you are going to move, and he was able to wanted to be traded from Cleveland NESCAC contest is ever a sure thing. out pretty well overall. counter all of those moves very effectively,” over the offseason, but unlike “We’re doing a great job of taking it “It was definitely an improvement over Carberry said. Marshall, Edwards got his wish. Last one match at a time,” Thompson said. last year,” continued Lena, who ran an 8K “I wanted to set myself in a position so week Mangini and the Browns finally “Middlebury is a very strong team and personal best over the weekend. that I’d be passing people the entire race,” caved and shipped Edwards — who much better than their record shows.” Rounding out the scorers for Tufts was McArthur said. “I think in the last three miles was far and away the Browns’ most The Ephs (12-5, 4-1 NESCAC), though, freshmen Kyle Marks in 26:53, claiming I moved up about 15 places and didn’t get talented player — to the Jets for a should be the biggest challenge of the 181st place. Though the Jumbos fell one passed by anyone. third round pick, a fifth round pick weekend. Though the Jumbos handled spot from their finish last year, they were “Last year I was running in the middle of and two utility players. Williams rather easily in their first meet- pleased with the results, particularly con- the pack, and this year I felt like I was helping Mangini failed in New York and is ing back in September, the two teams sidering the absence of Welch. to lead to rest of the JV team,” he continued. already on the hot seat in Cleveland, have a history that will bring a little extra “I think this was a great step in “It was an improvement from last year that I and his latest gaffe provides more edge to the match. the right direction for where we see never would have expected.” evidence that he does not have the The Ephs were responsible for putting ourselves by the end of the season,” The Jumbos will travel to Williams on “it” factor that McDaniels seems to an end to the Jumbos’ bid for a NESCAC Carberry said. “Considering our No. 2 Saturday to take part in another 8K at the possess. title last year, handing them a 3-2 defeat guy was on the shelf for the weekend, Plansky Invitational. Although the presently flawless at home in the tournament semifinal. It we are right where we want to be on “We’re looking to go into Plansky and send Broncos are certainly not the best seems that the Jumbos’ memory is short, the conference level, as well as on the our top 12 and have a good tempo effort team in the league, they are defi- though, and they are more excited than regional level. We see ourselves with in the form of keeping everyone together, nitely headed for greener pastures. anxious about the match. Nick [Welch] in the bunch as being at remembering what it’s like to run together,” McDaniels still has a ways to go, but “We always love playing Williams, and or with the top people in the region; Carberry said. if he can keep his passion and dedi- they’re always a fun team to play and a that’s Brandeis, Williams, Amherst. We “We’re only running our top 12, our NESCAC cation pointing in the right direc- challenge,” Feiger said. “But we’re look- think that we can be right with them team,” Lena said. “Williams will be there, so tion, Broncos fans should be happy ing forward to next weekend and feeling when push comes to shove. “ that will be a good test of how we run against with him as their head coach for confident.” “We were resting Nick, so we didn’t other NESCAC teams.” years to come. WHERE DO YOU WORK? Jumbos aim to peak at championship WHO DO YOU LOVE? races in November

WOMEN’S XC seconds from last year. But according to WHAT DO YOU DREAM OF? continued from page 16 Wilfert, this was due to a cramp in Price’s the honor after registering her first colle- thigh suffered during the second mile. giate victory in the first race of the year at “It could’ve gone better; we had some SPEAK IT, HEAR IT, EMBODY IT, SHARE IT! the Trinity Invitational. In finishing 22nd, people who weren’t feeling 100 percent,” Wilfert just missed out on becoming the Price said. “I didn’t have the best race. My Join American Studies Artist-in- fourth Jumbo in as many years to fin- body wasn’t cooperating, and there have Residence Alma Martinez to explore ish in the top 10 of the All-New England been some nagging injuries that we’ve these questions and more in a Championship. been taking care of. I think there’s always collaborative workshop that focuses “The course was muddy, and when it’s room to improve, and while there were on finding your voice, sharing your dry and solid, it can be fast,” Wilfert said. definitely some great performances in “Provided that it was muddy, my time was our showing, it didn’t fully represent what stories, being "in" the moment and better than expected, but my place was we can do. We’re capable of taking it to em-body-ing what stirs the heart, mind not quite where I was hoping for it to be.” another level.” and soul of a Tufts University student. In addition to the muddy conditions, Junior Jen Yih and sophomore Kelsey The workshop is open to ALL - no the race also contained the largest num- Picciuto rounded out Tufts’ point-earn- experience necessary. Participants must attend all workshop sessions. ber of competitors that most Jumbos will ers, coming in 176th and 207th, respec- run with this season. tively. The top freshman on the squad Workshop Schedule: “I think that it’s always a hard race was Julia Hajnoczky, who finished sev- Sat & Sun, Oct. 17 & 18: 12 - 5:00 pm in Aidekman 12 because of the sheer volume of people,” enth for Tufts. Tues - Friday, Oct. 20, 21, & 22, 23: 6 - 9:00 pm in Aidekman 13 sophomore Anya Price said. “It’s crazy from After racing just twice in September, Saturday, Oct. 24, 12 - 3pm followed by a Public Presentation 5 - 6:30 pm, Crane the start, pace-wise … There’s a large field Tufts will compete the next six weekends Room, Paige Hall that suddenly turns into a much smaller as the team prepares for conference and To sign up for workshops or for additional information contact: American Studies path, so naturally there’s a lot of jostling national championships, starting off Program: [email protected] (7-2311) and shuffling around. In general, there’s with the Plansky Invitational at Williams or Prof. Adriana Zavala: Adriana. [email protected] slowing down around a bottleneck. on Saturday. “It’s tough to gauge your pace because Wilfert plans to take two weekends Dr. Martinez will also give a Public Lecture: Bandidos, Spit Fires & Latin you’re never really sure how fast you’re off between now and mid-November as Lovers: The Latino Image in Film From Stereotype to Reality, Monday, going with the pack,” she continued. she hopes to peak around the NCAA “Sometimes you get a little overzealous Championship held on Nov. 21. Other October 19, 5:30-7:00 pm, BRAKER 001 with so many competitors, and some- Tufts runners will focus on training for times you’re slowed down by the crowd.” the NESCAC Championship, held on Nov. “In a race like that, because there are 1 at Trinity. so many people, it’s hard to keep in mind “I think our goal really is to peak in the team aspect,” sophomore Bryn Kass hopes of qualifying for nationals,” Kass added. “Instead of shooting for the team- said. “We definitely want to do well at mate 200 yards in front of you, there’s a NESCACs. We want to find out what mass of 100 girls in a 20-foot radius.” our potential is in the next few weeks. Kass and Price placed in their usual We have a busy schedule, but you learn respective spots at second and third how you run every time you race, so it’s on the team. Kass came in 115th, 1:19 good to get all these races under our behind Wilfert and 28 seconds ahead of belts. Every race is different, and though Price. While Wilfert and Kass improved we don’t expect to be at our maximum on their times at the Championships potential yet, we hope to learn enough Funded by the American Studies Program, the Martha and Nat R. Knaster Charitable Trust, last year, Price was disappointed with and practice enough so we can eventu- the Latino Center and the AS&E Diversity Fund her performance, having slowed by 18 ally get there.” Wednesday, October 14, 2009 THE TUFTS DAILY SPORTS 15

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Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels deserves a lot of apolo- gies from members of the profes- sional sports media. McDaniels was judged from the moment he stepped have absolutely no interest in politics. inside the Broncos’ headquarters in And I go to Tufts. Figure that one out. Englewood, Colo. As soon as he took But I do have an interest in sports, over the reins of the Broncos organi- Iand when these two mix — oh the pos- zation, McDaniels dove headfirst into sibilities. Such is the case with the recent the fire, making a number of puz- hoopla over the possibility of famed politi- zling moves, including one in which he cal pundit Rush Limbaugh buying a stake in traded away Pro Bowl quarterback Jay the NFL’s St. Louis Rams. Cutler. What I know about Mr. Limbaugh boils Now the Broncos’ are 5-0 despite down to three things: He is a right-wing dumping Cutler, whom McDaniels advocate and a Republican; he once com- handed over to the Chicago Bears in mented for ESPN and was quickly run out exchange for quarterback Kyle Orton of Bristol, Conn. for his racially charged and a number of draft picks. Orton, who criticisms of the Philadelphia Eagles’ never had much success in Chicago, Donovan McNabb; and he is the basis for was seen as a low-end NFL quarterback “The Simpsons” character Birch Barlow, and at one point during the preseason, who helped get the despicable and crimi- rumors circulated that journeyman nal Sideshow Bob elected as mayor of Chris Simms would possibly beat him Springfield. out for the starting spot. Oh, and he was also addicted to pills at Orton held on to his job despite Simms’ some point or another. That would be four. best efforts and was able to play with a So I went back and did my research lacerated finger on his throwing hand, on the finer points of Limbaugh’s career. which he injured during Denver’s third Things did not stack up so well for Rush. preseason game. A history of racially charged comments lit- Now the Broncos appear to have a tered his resume, ranging from a remark firm grip on the AFC West following claiming that all criminals look like Jesse their early season success. The Kansas Jackson to his recent spat with President City Chiefs and the Oakland Raiders Barack Obama. are two of the most pitiful teams in the Even conservatives will have to agree league, and the San Diego Chargers that the man who is labeled by many as are off to their usual slow start. The the “voice of the GOP” takes things too far Broncos have won in a number of sometimes. But hey, he has to get people to ways, including a miracle Week One listen to his radio show somehow. victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, MCT Regardless of his political views, but the most impressive aspect of the Brandon Marshall and the Denver Broncos are flying high after a 5-0 start, thanks largely Limbaugh has every right to put in his bid team is its revamped defense. to new head coach Josh McDaniels. to buy the Rams franchise. I don’t think that In years past, the Broncos were part is up for debate, even if the Reverend Al always able to score points but could apparent after his team’s 23-20 over- disgruntled wide receiver Brandon Sharpton disagrees with me. But why would not stop an opposing team’s offense. In time victory over the New England Marshall onto his bandwagon. Limbaugh want to own an NFL team? fact, the situation was quite similar to Patriots on Sunday that McDaniels’ Marshall was a malcontent through- Owners in the NFL, for whatever rea- the one that consistently derailed the heart is in the right place. out the offseason and preseason, and son, are the most visible of all professional New Orleans Saints in recent years. Sometimes coaches are deliberately eventually his bad attitude resulted sports leagues. You could probably rattle off But this season, under new defensive overemotional in an attempt to inspire in a suspension handed out from his as many NFL owners right now as MLB and coordinator Mike Nolan, the Denver their players. Not McDaniels. The first- new head coach. Marshall demanded NBA owners combined, and that might be defense is allowing an unbelievably year head coach’s gigantic fist pumps, a new contract even though he still partly because owning an NFL franchise is low 8.3 points per game. Outside line- which were directed towards the Denver had time left on his current deal, but so lucrative. backer Elvis Dumervil has recorded fans at Invesco Field at Mile High after McDaniels and the rest of the Broncos’ This might be the method behind his eight sacks in five games, and the the victory, were completely genuine. front office would not budge. madness, but does Limbaugh really need to defensive unit as a whole received McDaniels could not have been more When Marshall went the Cutler route be in the limelight any more than he already a much-needed boost in leadership excited to beat his former mentor Bill and asked to be traded, McDaniels is? If anything, haven’t his slip-ups proven when McDaniels signed veteran safety Belichick — whom he highly regards — continued to hold his ground. By what can happen when you put too much Brian Dawkins to a five-year contract at his own game. The raw emotion dis- the time the regular season rolled focus on someone who is so outspoken? during the offseason. played by McDaniels over the past few around and Denver had won their Like it or not, owners are just as represen- However, it’s not the personnel games has proven that while he still has first few games, Marshall snapped out tative in sports as players. In fact, they may moves that have this team off to a 5-0 a lot to learn about being a head coach, of his funk, scoring the game-win- even be more so. start: it’s the coaching staff — namely he has the drive and desire to succeed ning touchdown in a Week Four game When you think of the New York Yankees, McDaniels. While he certainly made in the NFL. against the Dallas Cowboys. He then you think of George Steinbrenner (or you some strange moves that may or may As if the fist pumps were not enough did). Washington Redskins? Daniel Snyder. not work out in the long run, it became evidence, McDaniels has even pulled see NFL, page 14 Dallas Mavericks? Mark Cuban. These peo- ple are all the faces of their franchises. Players can come and go on a whim, but ownership changes are a rarity. DAILY DIGITS How would a Rush Limbaugh-owned team ever recruit key players? Already New York Jets linebacker Bart Scott has called Limbaugh a “jerk” and the New York Giants’ Mathias Kiwanuka has echoed similar senti- 18 5 2 ments, with both players saying they would not play for a team owned by Limbaugh. Number of runs the Yankees and Angels Number of consecutive winless teams Number of passes, out of 17 attempts, that Clearly the Rams need some kind of scored from the seventh inning on during the Washington Redskins have played to Browns quarterback Derek Anderson com- change; they have lost 15 straight games, their respective American League Division open their season. Despite a soft sched- pleted in the team’s win over the Buffalo Bills after all. But this isn’t the direction the team Series sweeps. Both teams put together ule, the 2-3 Redskins are in last place on Sunday. In its fi rst game since trading wide needs to be heading in. Owners are the ones impressive rallies against elite closers, in the NFC East, setting off speculation receiver Braylon Edwards to the Jets, Cleve- who have to decide to open their pocket for with New York overcoming a two-run that head coach Jim Zorn will not be re- land managed just 193 yards of total offense, the best players, but what if no one wants to defi cit against Minnesota’s Joe Nathan tained through the season. Washington with Anderson completing one pass for seven play there? In a league where almost three- Friday night, and Los Angeles following welcomes the 0-5 Kansas City Chiefs to yards in the entire second half. Still, it was fourths of the players are African-American, by touching up Boston’s Jonathan Papel- FedEx Field on Sunday. enough to get head coach Eric Mangini his why would players want to be associated bon for three runs Sunday afternoon. fi rst win as a member of the Browns. with someone like Limbaugh? St. Louis should be trying to sell play- ers on joining the organization, not alien- ating them from the top down. Have you seen the team’s defense? Go ahead and try to name one guy on their starting 11. 43 +11 0 Unless you knew that Leonard Little still had a pulse or you are a Rams fan, you Number of games junior Tamara Brown The women’s soccer team’s goal Number of receiving and rushing probably couldn’t. needed to become the fi eld hockey team’s differential in its five victories, all yards senior fullback Noah Hatfield- And that is why Limbaugh shouldn’t buy all-time points leader. The All-American of which have come by shutout. Biondo had accumulated in his career the Rams. If he wants to help bring a win- forward recorded the 98th point of her The latest of those wins came on prior to the football team’s Home- ning football team back to the “Gateway career during the Jumbos’ Homecoming Saturday, when Tufts ripped confer- coming game against Bowdoin. The to the West,” he should stay as far away win over Colby on Saturday, passing Aryn ence rival Colby 3-0 at Kraft Field. Southampton, N.Y. native enjoyed as possible. Because if Rush is signing the Landau (LA ’90) atop the program’s scoring Still, the Jumbos have managed just quite a coming-out party on Saturday, paychecks, then you can bet a lot of players list. Heading into Tufts’ tilt against Conn. a 5-4 record this season thanks, scoring one touchdown through the won’t be interested in collecting them. College this afternoon, Brown needs one in part, to one-goal losses against air and another on the ground as part goal to tie Landau’s program mark of 44 Middlebury, Amherst and Babson. of the Jumbos’ thrilling overtime career goals. victory over the Polar Bears. Ethan Landy is a senior majoring in English. He can be reached at Ethan.Landy@tufts. edu. 16 INSIDE Inside the NFL 15 Call Me Junior 15 SSportsports Daily Digits 15 tuftsdaily.com

VOLLEYBALL Jumbos continue stampede as NESCAC play resumes

BY EVAN COOPER ferent Jumbos converted on Daily Editorial Board Feiger’s 37 assists — another aspect of the team’s game was In the face of a lengthy especially impressive. Behind a 11-game road stretch, the powerful four-ace performance Jumbos proceeded to steamroll from junior Nancy Shrodes VOLLEYBALL and another three from first- (19-1, 5-0 NESCAC) year Brittany Neff, the Jumbos at Brunswick, Maine, Friday combined for nine service aces and just two errors on the Bates 29 23 21 — 0 match. With 21 aces on the year, Tufts 31 25 25 — 3 Shrodes has proven the Jumbos’ most dangerous player from at Brunswick, Maine, Saturday behind the line. “When people get back there Colby 12 19 13 — 0 and someone like Nancy is just Tufts 25 25 25 — 3 acing people, we’re still working for them, but that’s the best way opponents as they have all sea- to get points,” Joyce-Mendive son, sweeping Colby and Bates said. “Coach has really been in the first two of six consecu- harping on us to work on our tive NESCAC matches and in serving and Nancy has definite- the process gaining sole pos- ly done that.” session of the top seed in the “We want to toughen up our conference with a perfect 5-0 serving and Nancy is on the top mark. of my list [for that],” Thompson Taking on the cellar-dwell- added. “Her serve is just aggres- ing Colby Mules on Saturday, sive; her ball really does float, the Jumbos proved why they kind of like a knuckle ball. We are currently the No. 1 ranked can ride Nancy’s serve all game team in New England. Riding a — she’s what we’d call a steady- combined 27 kills from juniors Eddie.” Dawson Joyce-Mendive and Friday’s contest against Caitlin Updike, the team’s top Bates provided a bit more of a offensive producers this sea- challenge for the Jumbos, but son, the Jumbos dominated the thanks to a gutsy defensive Mules in straight sets — 25-12, effort, they were able to grind 25-19 and 25-13 — to garner out yet another 3-0 win. ANDREW MORGENTHALER/TUFTS DAILY their 19th consecutive victory. The first set was a testament Freshman Brittany Neff was a key contributor over the weekend as Tufts kept its winning streak alive with “We want to win all of these to why the NESCAC is one of victories over Bates and Colby. and win them playing well, the toughest conferences in the because we’re playing a lot country, as the teams needed “It’s hard when we play that. Bates would not go away, the year. As part of an excellent of different levels through- a lot more than the usual 25 teams that are a little below our though, and they forced us play weekend for the freshman, Neff out the NESCAC,” coach Cora points to decide the victor. caliber,” Joyce-Mendive said. our best defense and step up chipped in three blocks. Thompson said. “The challenge Yet, the Bobcats could not “But this team definitely has our game.” Defensively, the Jumbos were is to keep our level of play up claw their way past the Jumbos, a refuse-to-lose attitude … so The Jumbos’ front line proved protected by a three-pronged so we’re ready for bigger and and Tufts finally pulled off the when it got tight [against Bates] a major asset in the win, posting safety net, as sophomore Audrey stronger teams.” win 31-29. Though they never we really stepped up our game a 6.5 total blocks. As she has been Kuan, Feiger and Updike came “It feels good to finally have a needed to go the extra distance notch.” all year, six-foot junior Erica up with 14, 10 and 10 digs, couple of NESCAC games under again, the Jumbos did not cruise “This team refuses to not Lokken — the Jumbos’ only respectively. our belt,” senior co-captain past the Bobcats as they did only lose matches, but to lose player over six feet tall — was “Every girl on our team can Dena Feiger added. against Colby the following day, sets,” Thompson added. “Bates a wall at the net, stuffing the play,” Feiger said. “When we While Tufts’ attack was fir- claiming the second and final is a team that we should beat in Bobcats four times. She leads ing on all cylinders — six dif- sets 25-23 and 25-21. three [sets], and the girls knew the Jumbos with 37 blocks on see VOLLEYBALL, page 14

WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Tufts finishes 22nd out Faller leads of 49 behind Wilfert Jumbos to

BY JEREMY GREENHOUSE ed 680 points, 45 behind 21st- Daily Editorial Board place UMass Amherst. 20th place Though she crossed the line In a field of 49 teams and 10 seconds away from finish- BY LAUREN FLAMENT well over 300 runners on ing either within the top five or Senior Staff Writer Saturday, the Tufts women’s outside the top 20, Wilfert sep- cross country team found itself arated herself from her team- The men’s cross country team right in the thick of things with mates with an 18:18 time — a faced off against Division I, II and 5:53-mile pace. III teams in the All-New England WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY “I think the race wasn’t as Championships at Franklin Park All-New England Regional spread out as it was in past Boston, Mass., Saturday years,” said Wilfert, who fin- MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY ished 21st last year with a time All-New England Regional 22nd out of 49 teams (5K) of 18:27. “I started out pretty Boston, Mass., Saturday far back, so I had to work my 11. Amy Wilfert 18:18 way around large groups of 20th out of 47 teams (8K) 115. Bryn Kass, 19:37 people. Being stuck in a group 171. Anya Price, 20:05 makes it harder since you can 19. Jesse Faller, 25:14 176. Jen Yih, 20:14 sometimes fall into a lull.” 103. Matt Rand, 26:14 207. Kelsey Picciuto, 20:42 Maine sophomore Corey 107. Jeff Ragazzini, 26:16 Conner, who took first place 110. Ryan Lena, 26:17 a 22nd-place finish, led by an overall, made quick work of the 181. Kyle Marks, 26:53 11th-place individual showing competition, outdistancing the from junior Amy Wilfert, best next-closest runner by nearly on Saturday, but the Jumbos among all NESCAC runners. 30 seconds. didn’t let that faze them as they Squads from Div. I, II and Yet, as the top finisher earned a 20th-place finish in a III all raced in the 5K All- among conference runners and field of 47 teams. New England Championship second among Div. III com- Senior Jesse Faller led the way for at a muddy Franklin Park on petitors, Wilfert won her sec- Tufts, finishing the 8K race in 25:14 Saturday. Brown University ond NESCAC Performer of the LAURA SCHULTZ/TUFTS DAILY to claim 19th place. With No. 2 run- won the title with 130 points as Week honor, having garnered Junior Jeff Ragazzini was the third runner to cross the line for the Jumbos ner and senior captain Nick Welch its top five runners all finished Saturday at the All-New England Championships, helping Tufts to a 20th in the top 50. Tufts accumulat- see WOMEN’S XC, page 14 place finish out of 47 teams. see MEN’S XC, page 14