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Volume 47, Issue 10 | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com ACE celebrates 20th anniversary Alliance for Catholic Education sponsors cross-country bus tour

By EMILY McCONVILLE Catholic school systems. News Writer “We want to recognize the gifts [of] people who have Notre Dame’s Alliance for given their life’s energy to Catholic Education (ACE) [Catholic education] and will celebrate its 20th anni- galvanize support for their versary with a cross-country efforts,” he said. bus tour, kicking off Sept. 30. With three weeks until the The tour will make 15 tour kicks off, Scully said stops on its first leg, accord- ACE is finishing prepara- ing to Fr. Timothy Scully, tions, training bus drivers director of the Institute for and confirming tour stops Educational Initiatives and and events. The stops, which one of the bus’s annual rid- range from Indianapolis to ers. It will be at Notre Dame Boston and Milwaukee, will for the Navy football game each feature a celebration, a on Nov. 2 and will make its speaker, awards and a Mass. official stop in South Bend The tour also will includes on Nov. 19. meetings and workshops Scully said the purpose of with government and educa- the tour is to “celebrate the tion leaders. In some cities, gift of Catholic education,” both within and outside of see ACE PAGE 4 EMILY DANAHER | The Observer Landscape Services CEO lectures on completes campus projects corporate integrity

By KYLE WITZIGMAN to accommodate students’ Landscape Services News Wrier walking patterns and to and Facilities Design & streamline overall campus Operations review areas of Students taking part in upkeep. campus and prioritize land- the mass exodus to and from Sarah Misener, asso- scape installation renewal classes each day have been ciate vice president for projects on an annual basis,” treated to a newly beautified Campus Services, said the Misener said. campus landscape. project ideas originated Misener said the From South Quad and the from reviews conducted Landscape Services team Grotto to DeBartolo Quad by Landscape Services begins reviewing campus and Notre Dame Avenue, and Facilities Design & projects were completed Operations. see LANDSCAPE PAGE 5 NDSP investigates

GRANT TOBIN | The Observer attempted rape report The Mendoza College of Business kicked off its 2013 John A. Berges Lecture Series in Business Ethics with a talk by Jim Hackett, Steelcase, Inc. CEO. Observer Staff Report victie. that the person perpetrating the NDSP said it has no evidence assault could be part of the cam- By JESSICA ROH Hackett whose global com- Notre Dame Security Police this case is connected with the pus community. News Writer pany specializes in furniture (NDSP) is investigating an at- incident described in the Crime “Being aware of your own safety and interior architecture, tempted rape reported Monday, Alert email it sent to the student and watching out for your friends Jim Hackett, Chief said integrity and career according to an email sent to stu- body Saturday. are important steps you can take Executive Officer of consciousness allowed his dents Monday evening. In the email, police warned stu- to reduce the risk of sexual assault. Steelcase, Inc., delivered a company to be successful The reported sexual assault oc- dents of the risk of sexual assault. Information about sexual as- lecture Monday night about for over 100 years without a curred in a men’s residence hall “Sexual assault can happen sault prevention and resources his company’s success as single scandal. on North Quad late Friday or in to anyone,” the email stated. for survivors of sexual assault ars part of the Mendoza College He said the 2001 audit fail- the early morning hours Saturday, “College students are more likely available online from NDSP and of Business’s 2013 John A. ure of the Enron Corporation police said. The assault was com- to be assaulted by an acquain- the Committee on Sexual Assault Berges Lecture Series in mitted by an acquaintance of the tance than a stranger. This means Prevention. Business Ethics. see CEO PAGE 5

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By RACHEL RAHAL develop new skills, but she News Writer found that her initial hope of being a concert per- On Monday, Saint Mary’s former was not what she Department of Music host- wanted. ed a lecture offering in- Today, Keasey said she sight on “Life after a Music Degree: Two Models of ‘Portfolio Careers.’” “Lessons with Kathleen Keasey and Dr. Jacob [at Sherry Klinedinst, part- Saint Mary’s] time instructors in the de- partment, discussed their were a hoot. discernment paths in the This was such music industry and their a fun process development as artists. with a very Keasey said she knew from an early age that music was encouraging something she was going to man. He was pursue. Her music career very detail- began when she enrolled oriented like my in Millikin University in Decatur, Ill., but she soon mother.” transferred to Oberlin Sherry Klinedinst College to continue her instructor studies. “I was a small fish in a big pond, attending Oberlin runs her own studio at College while obtaining home, where she has two my degree in music per- pianos and teaches over formance,” Keasey said. 20 students. She also plays EMILY DANAHER | The Observer “During the [1960s], wom- each Sunday as an organist By KAITLYN RABACH campus-wide representation With an effort to make SGA en were supposed to work in her church’s choir. Saint Mary’s Editor on Senate.” more transparent, Sullivan as teachers, nurses and “I never advertised for my Currently, the Senate is the said Senate meetings will secretaries.” students, my lessons were Campaigning for Saint only voting body in student continue to be run in a “town Like Keasey, Sherry only found out by word of Mary’s open Student government and is composed hall” style and will be open Klinedinst said she found mouth,” Keasey said. “It re- Government Association of two members per class, to the public. her calling for music at a ally is the joy of my life. I (SGA) Senate positions will Sullivan said. “We want the Saint Mary’s young age. She said she love teaching.” begin on Saturday at 5 p.m., “Right now, the Senate’s campus community to know began playing the piano Klinedinst said she fol- Student Body President Kat main responsibilities are to what is going on in SGA,” at age three, encouraged lowed up on her dream Sullivan said. vote and decide on our six- Sullivan said. by her mother who also to create her own music, The elections, which will figure budget and to revise As of now, Sullivan said the played. At 15, she began producing four albums start at midnight on Sept. 16 the Constitution,” Sullivan proposed changes will have taking lessons at Saint sold nationwide. She also and last 24 hours, will be ad- said. to be discussed and final- Mary’s College and then at- teaches students of her ministered by SGA’s election She said SGA has been talk- ized when the Senate first tended Indiana University, own as well. committee and the Office ing over possibilities for revi- convenes after the election earning a degree in piano “If I didn’t have two of the of Student Involvement sions in the constitution and process. performance. best teachers, I wouldn’t be and Multicultural Services the general structure of the “Nothing is set in stone “Lessons with Dr. Jacob teaching students of my (SIMS). Students will be able Senate. yet,” Sullivan said. “These [at Saint Mary’s] were a own,” Klinedinst said. “I to vote via OrgSync, and “All of what we are discuss- are ideas out on the table, but hoot,” Klinedinst said. am very fortunate for my SIMS office representatives ing are just ideas right now, we would like set an agenda “This was such a fun pro- well-rounded career where will also be in the Student but we would like to add one and make major changes to cess with a very encour- I am never doing the same Center Atrium on election more voting member to the the Constitution that will aging man. He was very thing twice.” day to encourage students Senate and would like oth- last this year and hopefully detail oriented just like my Both instructors said to participate in the election er non-voting members to for years to come.” mother.” they were grateful for their process, Sullivan said. have more of a presence in She said she is excited for Both women said life af- experiences in the field of “Elections have always Senate,” Sullivan said. the changes being discussed ter college had its ups and music an encouraged stu- been handled by just the elec- Sullivan said she would in SGA and is looking for- downs as they bounced dents to pursue their musi- tions committee within stu- like a Belles Connect Leader ward to new members join- between several jobs. cal talents after college. dent government,” Sullivan to be the added voting mem- ing the SGA community. Keasey said she went back “Being a musician is said. “This year, we think it ber. She said she would like “It is so important to find to school to earn her de- something that lasts all is important for the adminis- representatives from each of your niche on campus and gree in education and then your life and has provided tration to take a more active the major boards to be non- make sure your voice is being worked as a music instruc- me with a livelihood that role in the election process, voting members, along with heard,” Sullivan said. tor at high schools in the I am grateful for,” Keasey and that is why the SIMS of- an international representa- Sullivan said those who South Bend area. said . fice is offering its guidance tive and a Sophia Program wish to run for an elected Klinedinst said the dif- to the election committee.” chair. Senate position must submit ferent jobs she held out Contact Rachel Rahal at This change in election “We want the presidents a platform to her by Friday at of college allowed her to [email protected] monitoring is one of many of Student Diversity Board, 5 p.m. changes being made to the Residence Hall Association For more information on structure of the Senate this and Student Activities Board running for a Senate posi- year, Sullivan said. to be able to participate in tion, contact Sullivan at “Senate was only intro- Senate discussions,” Sullivan [email protected] Follow us on Twitter. duced into SGA’s structure said. “They need to be a part or attend an informational last year,” Sullivan said. of the decisions that go into meeting on Wednesday at 7 @ObserverNDSMC “After evaluating its success the budget and constitution p.m. in the SGA office. last year, [Vice President changes. Those decisions Maddy Martin] and I wanted largely affect those main Contact Kaitlyn Rabach at to make sure there was more boards.” [email protected] 4 The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com NEWS Expert discusses impact of 1960s bombing

By MARGARET HYNDS College. was “one of the most segregat- Colored People (NAACP) from a.m. Sunday morning. News Writer In Monday’s lecture, titled ed and racially polarized cities Alabama. As a result, a group “Ten-thirty Sunday morn- “Spirituality, the Birmingham in the U.S.” Between 1945 and of black ministers came for- ing. They knew. They knew To commemorate the 50th Bombing, and the Birmingham 1962, bombings of African- ward to create the Alabama there would be people there — anniversary this month of the Civil Rights Movement,” Fallin American businesses and Christian Movement for they knew people would die,” 16th Street Baptist Church focused on the Birmingham homes were not infrequent, he Human Rights. Fallin said. “It was a crime bombing in Birmingham, Ala., Civil Rights movement, which said. Although the numbers “It was a movement of committed out of sheer re- Notre Dame’s Multicultural began in 1956. have been disputed, Fallin churches,” he said. “The venge and hate.” Student Programs and “The Civil Rights movement said historians generally agree church made it possible. But, Fallin said, Birmingham Services launched its “Martin was one of the most significant there were between 20 and The black church had a had a lasting significance for Luther King, Jr. Series for the movements for social and ra- 80 racially motivated bomb- strong dose of liberation the civil rights movement na- Study of Race,” with a presen- cial justice in the history of the ings in Birmingham during theology — and that united tionwide. The tragedy of los- tation by Dr. Wilson Fallin, Jr. [United States],” he said. “And that time period, earning the them.“Religion, when it is be- ing four young girls to an act of Ph.D. to speak Monday night. no campaign was more impor- city the name “Bombingham.” lieved and practiced, is a pow- hatred drew national attention Fallin, a professor of history tant than that in Birmingham.” Most, if not all, incidents were erful element in one’s life and to the city and to the issue of at the University of Montevallo Fallin said the 1963 bombing never investigated. in one’s society.” institutionalized racism in the in Montevallo, Ala., is the au- was prompted by segregation Fallin said the most inter- The prominence of the United.States. thor of two books and the from the 1950s and on. esting aspect was the role church in the Civil Rights “It took people off the fence, president of Birmingham- “Birmingham, Ala., was of the African-American movement, Fallin said, was and galvanized more sym- Easonian Baptist Bible founded in 1871 during the churches in the Birmingham the reason that on the night of pathy for the cause,” he said. College. He began his work in reconstruction era by former Civil Rights movement be- Sept. 14th, 1963, four members “Birmingham, in my view, the Civil Rights movement at plantation owners determined cause in 1956, the state gov- of the Ku Klux Klan broke into saved the movement.” Moorehouse College while Dr. to uphold racial segregation,” ernment effectively outlawed the 16th Street Baptist Church Martin Luther King, Jr. was he said. the National Association and planted a time bomb, Contact Maragaret Hynds at a part-time professor at the “By the 1950s, Birmingham for the Advancement of scheduled to detonate at 10:30 [email protected]

in Dallas,” Scully said. “It’s According to the pro- than 1,200 teachers. website states. It also pro- ACE a workshop . . . on parental gram’s website, Scully and Since its inception, ACE vides services such as coach Continued from page 1 choice in school, and the val- Fr. Sean McGraw co-found- has expanded its programs training and professional the events will also include ue of education in the inner ed ACE in 1993 with Service and initiatives, which now development workshops; meeting with leaders in gov- cities.” Through Teaching, a cost- include additional training and outreach initiatives that ernment and education. In addition, the free Masters’ in Education programs for Catholic edu- serve minority or at-risk “We have a conference Washington, D.C. stop will program that sends well- cators, such as the Mary Ann populations. at the [George W.] Bush include meetings with mem- qualified teachers into Remick Leadership Program Institute that the President bers of Congress involved in Catholic school systems. The and the English as a New Contact Emily McConville and Mrs. Bush are hosting education policy, he said. program has graduated more Language certification, the at [email protected]

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Landscape for Flow Physics and Control and pictures of continuing Continued from page 1 White Field Facility, Misener projects. said. “I really like seeing what project possibilities in the “[These projects] add to they’re up to now,” he said. winter months and sets com- the students’ experience … “They have entertaining pletion dates for the summer by creating and maintaining tweets.” months. Because shrubs and beautiful spaces on which to Senior Chris Ayala said he is plants on campus require an- study, pray, work and play,” impressed by the work done nual renewal, Misener said, she said. by the landscaping team. Landscape Services must Misener said campus land- “I think the landscaping is narrow down possible new scaping projects are funded nice, but I really miss being projects to a manageable list by donations from benefac- able to sit on the raised ledge that will then be added to the tors, which was the case with outside DeBartolo [Hall],” he summer workload. this summer’s work on the said. “It’s aesthetically pleas- “Summer months rep- ing, but beyond that I don’t resent the best time to see any tangible benefits.” do much of the planting “[These Sophomore Ethan work on campus,” Misener projects] add Muehlstein said he appreci- said. “Consequently, several to the students’ ated the improvements in projects are staged with com- experience ... front of Lyons Hall on South pletion dates that are prior to Quad. or near the start of the aca- by creating and “In the future, I’d like to see demic year.” maintaining more flowers on God Quad GRANT TOBIN | The Observer Major projects this sum- beautiful spaces so you can walk along flow- Jim Hackett, CEO of Steelcase Inc., discusses the importance of integrity in the modern corporate world. mer included the installa- on which to study, er paths, and overall more tion of brick sidewalk trim, lights so you can highlight perennial beds planted on work and pray.” the gardens at night,” he said. CEO whole nature and “physics South Quad, the placement Sarah Misener “Nevertheless, the work the Continued from page 1 of business,” he said. of mulch around trees on associate vice president Landscaping team does is Hackett also said integrity South Library Quad and the campus services phenomenal and I am proud demonstrates how crucial plays a key part in respond- realignment of pedestrian to go here and see it daily.” it is for businesses to ask a ing to external changes. crosswalks near the Grotto, Sophomore Haley Van fundamental question. “When cheating is easier she said. Morris Inn, or managed Steenwyk said she is “still “What are the boundar- than playing by the rule, DeBartolo Quad and the within the annual landscape getting used to the changes,” ies that you won’t com- when [they] don’t believe gazebo on Debartolo Quad, budget. especially by DeBartolo Hall. promise?” he said. “Trust in [themselves], people were refurbished, and visi- Freshman Ian Flyke said he “I like that they’re doing comes with integrity. tend to believe virtues can tor-friendly landscape was was pleased with the updates. something different, but I be given up,” Hackett said. added, Misener said. Notre “I really like the campus think they should have had it “Do you think everyone in Dame Avenue’s aging and changes, especially the rock all completed before we got to Enron was broke? But, there damaged trees were replaced courtyard between DeBartolo campus,” she said. “I like that “There [was] [was] too much pressure on and more were planted along [Hall] and the Snite [Museum they have more plants every- illiteracy for the goal. parts of the avenue’s gaps, of Art],” he said. where, but I feel like we’re the rules. And “There [was] illiteracy she said. Flyke said he began to still waiting to see a finished for the rules. And they’ve Lyons Hall and the Morris follow Notre Dame’s land- product.” they’ve become become a crooked orga- Inn also saw completed ren- scaping team’s Twitter han- a crooked nization. Most people ovations this summer, and dle, @NDgroundscrew, to Contact Kyle Witzigman at organization. cheat because the idea work was done on the Center see updates on their work [email protected] Most people of not succeeding is too excruciating.” Paid Advertisement cheat because Hackett said unlike the idea of not Steelcase, Enron did not succeeding is too choose to pursue the ethi- excruciating” cal way to achieve its goal. He said ethics is the ulti- Jim Hackett mate pillar that keeps busi- CEO of Steelcase, Inc. nesses going and enables people to trusts the busi- nesses they collaborate with and corporations can People won’t work with a remain ethical only when business they can’t trust.” every member keeps his or Hackett said each em- her integrity. ployee must evaluate “how “If you make a mis- [he] sees [himself] in the take, don’t double down.” context of business.” His Hackett said. “There’s no experience as the leader of softer pillar than career Steelcase for 20 years taught conscience.” him that businesses should follow variable changes Contact Jessica Roh at which could affect the [email protected]

Write News. Email Ann Marie at [email protected] 6 The observer | Tuesday, September 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com Inside Column Is Notre Dame worth it? motions — getting a degree be- the education discussion. We see Life’s Alex Stembaugh cause everyone else is, without education as an investment in Viewpoint Columnist having a clear idea of how a de- ourselves. We think that sacrific- gree will personally benefit them. ing time and money now will lead journey Lately I cannot open a newspa- Only 55 percent of graduates say to higher salaries and opportunity per without being bombarded by that college actually prepared in the future. We realize we need articles about college. Those who them for a job. At a time when 1 a degree to get to where we want Emilie Kefalas are well out of college argue the in 3 college grads acquire jobs to be and we realize Notre Dame News Writer system is in need of change. The that don’t require a degree and offers the best package. price is too high. Students aren’t nearly 50 percent of students en- But what sets Notre Dame apart? If there was any doubt, there was none graduating. Graduates end up rolled in a four-year college never We pay a lot. Many say we pay too I could see. I saw how things worked out underemployed and why are the graduate, it’s hard to justify the much. But we receive a great edu- for those across the wayside. I was not an humanities still being studied? investment. cation and more importantly, an ocean anymore. No longer was the end in- As students, we pay thousands in Our country made it a goal to unparalleled educational experi- visibly inevitable. Clearly it was inevitable, tuition at a price that continually send more kids to college and in a ence. We gain access to an exten- yet I still saw it as the date that would never increases and spend hundreds sense it’s a wondrous feat that we sive alumni network, form lasting come. Poets would compare such objec- on books for classes to get a job find ourselves dealing with an is- friendships and learn the value tives to an approaching ship or something that’s not guaranteed even af- sue of over-education. Education of hard work. Our diploma isn’t cliché yet appropriately analogical. ter we put ourselves through the and human capital growth is im- so much a record of our knowl- College is like that, I suppose. The eldest stress and sweat of the career fair. portant. The problem is the 25,000 edge as it is a signaling device to child experiences everything before the The combined depletion of my dollars that the typical college employers and a testament to our rest of the brood. I lived for eighteen years bank account and seemingly end- graduate owes in debt. Many jobs work ethic. We may leave more as the firstborn, a hero by standards of my less stream of news articles saying don’t require a degree and numer- knowledgeable about account- self-established hero’s journey. that I’m wasting my time, plant a ous jobs skills can be adequately ing or history or biology, but what As with everything I do from this point, seed of doubt in my mind about taught in a trade school, so it we really leave with is a sense of future opportunities smile and wave. I seeking a degree. makes more sense to redirect re- accomplishment and a greater wish I could smile and wave at the new There is a tremendous need for sources to these areas and to help awareness in life. Our Notre Dame house pet, Squishy the fish, without re- young adults to have degrees. students better discern what they degree says we made it through membering I would not be around to aim- The first step to being an engi- want in a career. four years of in-depth study. We lessly gaze at his glowing gills. Before him neer, doctor or mathematician As I settle in for the new school learned how to be independent, there was Chuck. is a four-year degree. In April, year, I ask myself why I am here at how to form healthy relationships Recalling Chuck is still difficult to do in former United States Secretary of Notre Dame. I could easily have and how to be a part of something terms of actually “recalling” her. Despite Education William Bennett pub- gone to a cheaper state school, a larger than ourselves. Making col- raising a rabbit to sell to a young family, I lished a book titled, “Is College place where boys and girls live lege worth it means taking advan- still do not know how to care for a rabbit. Worth it?” Bennett examined the in the same dorm and where I tage of all the opportunities this I only know how to take care of Chuck. I return of investment at different could skip class for a week with- school has to offer. The benefits expect all bunnies to act like her, jump on colleges and concluded that most out anyone noticing. Yet we are of this university go far beyond a the couch and chairs in the family room, graduates end up underemployed among few of the students na- higher paycheck, and I couldn’t chew wood when cardboard is scarce and and saddled with tens of thou- tionwide who did make a good imagine a more worthwhile place seldom nibble her store-bought edibles sands in debt, meaning most col- choice. Notre Dame is ranked to spend four years. in contrast for fresh cilantro and large leges are a bad investment. number ten on Bennett’s list of carrots. Tuition is growing, student four-year colleges that are “worth Alex Stembaugh can be reached at The difference between when she was loans are skyrocketing and job it” when comparing the return of [email protected] ours and when she moved to Colorado had prospects don’t look particularly investment. The views expressed in this column are been a slightly amusing realization. First favorable. A lot of students find Because we are at Notre Dame, those of the author and not necessarily I thought, “Chuck is just missing among themselves going through the most of us remove ourselves from those of The Observer. the storage containers.” I still expected to hear her scurry and emerge from the dark Editorial cartoon as a phantom of fluffiness, ears pulled back in alertness and a nose speaking in sniffs. She has a look that puts you on the spot, and makes you respond, “What? What are you looking at?” That is what I anticipated upon my every descent to the basement. My sisters never passed up the opportu- nity to point out Chuck’s adorable demean- or, often outweighing whatever complaints Mom had regarding her “stinky, smelly, disgusting” cage. The rabbit never parked herself there longer than it took her to do her business or take a “muncha muncha” of her bland proccessed food. I suppose she is a metaphor for life. Like Chuck, college jitters and eighteen- year-old illusions, the metaphor is barely legible. The journey is the course of life, but what do I know about it? I am the sheltered, well-groomed white girl who likes to write whatever I think at 11:34 p.m. We could say we are all heroes in our own right. Then people could eat up this free-for-all advice from a display of self-help books sold at the shrinking number of American bookstores. Or we could recreate what we have worn down. However, if we forgive ourselves for guilt, we can be rescued from the hero’s tragedy.

Contact Emilie Kefalas at [email protected] The views expressed in the Inside Column are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Observer. The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com 7 Action and clarity needed on Syria

war-weary nation, well aware it is How will these objectives result Third, reemphasize that the U.S. John Sandberg spending too much money while from an “unbelievably small” strike, military’s involvement in Syria is Sandman’s Musings solving too few of the problems as Secretary of State John Kerry de- limited to the stated objective(s) within its own borders. scribed it yesterday? only. This cannot be a nation- Being the biggest and strongest But if the U.S. does not stand up If all goes according to plan, what building, boots on the ground op- kid on the block can be a tough gig for international norms against the can the U.S. expect to gain that it eration. This is not a direct attempt sometimes. use of chemical weapons, who will? would not gain without a strike? to impose democratic government Like most Americans, it’s hard for Europe and the U.N. have already These are legitimate questions abroad. This is neither Iraq nor me to stomach the idea of the United said they won’t. President Obama needs to do a bet- Afghanistan. States becoming involved in another If a Syrian dictator can use chemi- ter job of addressing as he makes The future of Syria rests largely in conflict in the Middle East. But as cal weapons, what is stopping dicta- his case for the use of force against the hands of the Syrian people. The a realistic observer of the United tors in other countries from doing Syria. U.S. has a role to play, but that role States’ role as a world leader, I’m the same? Specifically, I’m looking for the is limited with regards to the future convinced the U.S. has little choice Costly and drawn-out wars in Iraq president to do three things. of Syria and its government. but to use force against Syria. and Afghanistan left Americans First, clearly express to the The cost of military action is great Let’s make one thing clear from understandably gun-shy regarding American people what the U.S. in- no matter how limited it is intended the start — there are no “good” op- foreign involvement. It’s all too easy terests in Syria are, namely, ensur- to be. U.S. strikes against Syria will tions on the table with regard to to adopt a default isolationist stance ing international norms against the be no different. Syria. Innocent civilians continue because of these wars. But this is not use of chemical weapons are upheld But if America sits idly by and to be killed in untold numbers. always the most responsible course and ensuring leaders who use such tolerates the use of chemical weap- Distinguishing the good guys from of action. weapons will be punished. Remind ons in Syria today, it’s painful to the bad in Syria has proven difficult. In Monday’s New York Times, Bill Americans that chemical warfare imagine the magnitude of the costs And there’s the potential for other Keller summed up this idea well by can never be tolerated. that will be imposed on the world countries to become involved. asking readers to “dial down the Second, make clear our objec- tomorrow. At home, domestic policy priori- fears and defeatist slogans of knee- tives, presumably the removal of ties like immigration reform will jerk isolationism and conduct a seri- Bashar al-Assad from power and the John Sandberg lives in Fisher Hall and inevitably be pushed aside. In some ous discussion of our interests and scope of our plans to achieve those is a senior studying political science. He states the outcomes of the 2014 elec- our alternatives in Syria.” objectives. Tell Americans what the can be reached at [email protected] tions will likely depend on how some What are America’s national in- U.S. is going to achieve and assure The views expressed in this column are members of Congress voted on Syria. terests in Syria? What are America’s them this will not be an open-ended those of the author and not necessarily Most obviously, America is a specific objectives in striking Syria? conflict. those of The Observer.

U-WIRE Editorial Cartoon Money can’t compete with passion

enough for what you do” and other similar Nick Harris sentiments. The Daily Utah Chronicle So why do I do it? It’s an easy answer, really. I love it. When I was a freshman, I had a lot of crazy I work with enthusiastic, dedicated people ideas. I did a lot of crazy things and learned who work their fingers to the bone to put out a lot of crazy stuff, but there’s one crazy idea this magazine, Wasatch Magazine and The that continues to plague me. I decided to spice Daily Utah Chronicle — people who under- things up a bit halfway through the year and stand that living off of a coffee can fund is an couple my English degree with a business inevitability at some point but who love what administration minor. This was mostly to they do so much that it doesn’t matter. Working appease my father, who nearly fainted dead here has taught me something that the illustri- away when he heard the words “Dad, I think ous David Eccles School of Business, with its I’m going to major in English” come out of his trumpeting capitalistic ideals and its Venn only daughter’s mouth three years ago. But had diagrams screaming that the a business major I known exactly how little that ‘business educa- is the only overlap between money, happiness tion’ was going to help me, I would have resus- and success, cannot. citated him then and risked his wrath later. Passion trumps money, plain and simple. I’m in the final throes of that horrific minor, No, I’m not rolling in the dough the way I might and the only thing I’ve learned is how much be had I followed my father’s advice and stud- business people care about one thing: money. ied management or finance or — heaven help Every single session of both my information me — accounting, but I get by. I get to do a job I systems and accounting classes so far have love, a job I’m good at, with people who are the been punctuated by the dollar signs I can prac- exact same way. I don’t have to take time off tically see popping from the professors’ eyes from my number-crunching day job to come when they laud their degrees and sales-pitch to the U and tiredly teach a class of people to the David Eccles School of Business in front of be like me, because look how happy I am with us day in and day out. the money I make, and don’t you want this life Why don’t more students major in informa- because it’s filled with monetary rewards for all tion systems? Look at all the money they make! my hard work? What about accountants? They’re such happy There are better kinds of rewards. It’s about people! And they have so much money! Why the passion, and it’s about the people and it’s does this not entice you to sell your soul to the about loving what you do. It’s not about the David Eccles School of Business and subscribe money. to our ideals that everything worthwhile in life I guess I really should thank my professor on can be bought? Tuesday for reminding me of that. If only they had been that honest. The Daily Utah Chronicle is the student news- Multiple times this past week, I’ve been told, paper serving The University of Utah. “I don’t know how you can do this (‘this’ be- The views expressed in this column ing the managing editor) every night,” I don’t are those of the author and not neces- know how you do this job,” “You don’t get paid sarily those of The Observer. 8 The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com

The gang is back and The hit Fox comedy “New Girl” Kevin Noonan Maddie Daly hasn’t lost a step, even if follows the life of the quirky, awk- Scene Editor Associate Scene Editor a good deal of their mate- ward and youthful Jess played by rial is starting to focus on Zooey Deschanel living with her their growing age. Season nine of “It’s Always Sunny in three male roommates, Nick, Schmidt and Winston. All of season Philadelphia” premiered on Sept. 4 on FX’s spinoff com- two we saw the fluctuating budding romance between Nick and edy network, FXX. The season premiere reportedly had Jess, which was solidified in the season two finale. For the season the lowest number of viewers in the series’ history, but three premiere, we would like to see some answers to the finale’s as more and more people become familiar with the new seriously frustrating questions. For example, is Schmidt going to network, that should return to normal. And if the season choose between the seemingly unattainable model Cece and his continues in the same wickedly hilarious form as the pre- college ex, down-to-earth Elizabeth? How serious is Jess’s relation- miere, “The Gang Broke Dee,” in which the gang breaks ship with Nick going to be? Where did they go at the end of the fina- Dee’s spirit, repairs it and then destroys it again, this sea- le, anyway? Will Winston ever be anything more than an immature son will be a must-watch yet again. jokester? I hope for the sake of comic relief that the last question is a no. Check out the new season of “New Girl” on Sept. 17. Sodahead.com Entertainment Weekly AMC’s “The Disney magic Matthew Hayes Walking Dead” Tori Velasquez takes on a more dra- Scene Writer Scene Writer will be back for matic form on ABC’s its fourth season “Once Upon a Time,” on Oct. 13. As the title suggests, the show follows a group of returning on Sept. 29 at 8:00 p.m. Although this show bor- survivors as they contend with a world where a strange dis- rows its characters from familiar fairytales, its complex ease has turned almost everyone into zombies. While this plot, character development and flashback-style reminis- might sound like a low-budget, sci-fi gore-fest, it’s actually cent of “Lost” keep even devoted Andersen and Grimm fans the most-watched basic cable drama of all time. The show on their toes. The upcoming season promises a new dark spectacularly combines a well-written, always-fresh storyline twist on a beloved fairytale. As the still-youthful show is with riveting action. This season, while still contending with entering a third season, its plot and writing remain fresh, the undead, the characters will struggle to define the line be- so newbies can easily catch up on Netflix. If three seasons tween morality and pragmatism as they decide who to bring of “Once Upon a Time” aren’t enough, Oct. 10 marks the into the fold and who to hold in suspicion. The show airs at debut of the new spin-off series, “Once Upon a Time in 9:00 p.m. on Sundays. Wonderland.” Collider.com FanPop Fox’s animated “Geronimo!” The Matthew McMahon series returns for a Kenneth Harkenrider fans of the world’s Scene Writer fourth season com- Scene Writer longest-running sci- ing off of its biggest ence fiction drama are season yet. The consistently funny, fresh show features the vocal preparing for what could be the most intense series of Doctor Who talents of superstar H. Jon Benjamin and alternative comedians ever. While the eighth season does not actually begin until 2014, ex- Eugene Mirman and Dan Mintz. Throughout its run, the show citement in the Doctor Who community has been building up for a has succeeded on its unique rhythm of dialog between its cast celebratory special airing this fall. The Doctor, played by Matt Smith and the sincerity in the portrayal of its central characters. This for the past three series, is a 953-year-old Time Lord from the planet includes Bob Belcher, played by Benjamin, who runs a Burger Gallifrey who travels through space and time in a blue police box joint, and his wife and three kids, who help but usually get in known as the TARDIS, saving people from distress and destruction. the way. The writers often deftly parody many classic movies, Various companions accompany him along the way, both learning which should continue throughout this season. They also know about the universe and having fun with the unique character. In the how to put together a song, as the show features the best original eighth series, the greatest secret of the Doctor will be revealed: his soundtrack of its time. “Bob’s Burgers” premieres at 8:30 p.m. on true name. The 50th anniversary special will air in 3D worldwide Sept. 29. Nov. 23, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. on BBC America and in select theaters. Listal.com Sciencefiction.com Due to a short- This modern retelling of Sir Sarah Dieckman ened fourth season Caelin Miltko Arthur Conan Doyle’s clas- Scene Writer and the possibility Scene Writer sic returns to CBS on Sept. 26 of a series cancel- at 10:00 p.m. The show fol- lation, the news of a renewal for season five of P“ arenthood” lows the investigations of Sherlock Holmes and his protégé, was greatly celebrated by avid fans of the show. This critically Joan Watson, on the streets of New York City. Last season left acclaimed drama revolves around the Braverman family and the two detectives recovering from the aftermath of defeating how the four siblings and their families interact with one an- Sherlock’s nemesis, Moriarity. The season two premiere is set to other. Think “Modern Family” with more serious undertones feature a trip to London where two more stand-bys of Sherlock and subject matter. Each hour invokes laughter and tears, leav- tradition should appear. Both Mycroft Holmes and Inspector ing its audience emotionally drained every week. Premiering Lestrade are featured in the episode. It should be fun to see Sept. 26, the upcoming season promises a new addition to the what twists the show has for these two characters. The second family, possible wedding bells and Ray Romano returning as season is rumored to feature further exploration of Watson’s Hank. Though back at school, enjoy “family night” with the past as well as the possible return of Irene Adler (Moriarity). Bravermans Thursdays at 10 p.m. on NBC. Watch on Thursdays at 10:00 p.m. on CBS to find out! Theantbite.com TVrage.com The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com 9

By MEGHAN THOMASSEN DomerFest. Better yet, this movie will cost you a percent approval rating, and admission is $4.00 for Managing Editor grand total of $0.00, admission is free for Notre Dame students, $7.00 for regular tickets. students. Looking for the perfect date night? Look no further It’s Tuesday. The horrors of Monday are over, but The American Film Institute (AFI) ranks — “Before Midnight” completes Richard Linklater’s the weekend is nowhere in sight. It’s not even Hump “Intolerance” at No. 49 out of 100 and holds a 96 per- trilogy with gorgeous views of the Greek coast and the Day yet. What’s a stressed-out, careless undergrad to cent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Pretty good, charming Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy duo. do to let off some steam? considering that “Intolerance” was considered a total As the somewhat mysteriously-filmed sequel to Stroll down to the DeBartolo Performing Arts flop when it was first released … maybe there’s still “Before Sunrise” and “Before Sunset” (Delpy denied Center (DPAC) for award-winning and cheap/free hope for “The Lone Ranger?” the production was happening only a few months be- movies playing all week long. On Thursday at 7:00 p.m. enjoy the winner of the fore filming started in Messenia), “Before Midnight” Tonight at 8:00 p.m. feed your hunger for drama 2012 Cannes Jury Prize, “The Angel’s Share,” a hilari- was a hit at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival. with “Intolerance,” a 1916 silent epic. This film cuts ous tale about an ex-convict and brand new father as The film grossed over $20 million worldwide and across centuries and connects disparate stories, he evades trouble in Scotland. currently has a 98 percent approval rating on Rotten from modern crime to Christ’s death to the fall of the Ken Loach is the director, known for his stylistic Tomatoes. Babylonian Empire, like a black-and-white “Cloud realism and crafted scripts. Loach has worked with Show times this weekend are 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 Atlas.” the best of the best, including Dustin Hoffman and p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $4.00 for stu- Production for “Intolerance” cost more than $2.5 Robert Duvall. If you like malt whiskey or Scottish dents and $7.00 for regular tickets. million and involved more than 3,000 people — the sentimentality, this is a must-see. set was more crowded than the Stepan Center during Rotten Tomatoes gives “The Angel’s Share” an 89 Contact Meghan Thomassen at [email protected]

By ALLIE TOLLAKSEN “Sophie and I are the same person with different romantic comedy about a single New Yorker trying to Scene Writer hair,” Frances lightheartedly explains to friends and find her way at age 29. But what sets “Frances Ha” apart acquaintances throughout the film. Though the line from Gerwig’s other film is that “Frances Ha” is not “I’m sorry. I’m not a real person yet,” Frances, played is repeated like a long-running joke between Frances just a quirky take on the growing-up tale. Baumbach by the impeccable Greta Gerwig, says in the beginning and Sophie, as the film continues and the friends drift and Gerwig use “Frances Ha” to pay homage to French of “Frances Ha.” Though she is apologetically telling apart, the joke turns into more of a mantra. Frances new-wave cinema and Baumbach’s favorite films, giv- this to a waiter to explain why her debit card isn’t work- tries to convince herself and others that she and her ing the movie a creative edge and a little something ing, this line serves as probably the most honest and best friend are the same, though it becomes increasing- extra to enjoy. Shot in black and white, set in New York accurate description of the film’s protagonist. Yet this ly evident that they are not. As she and Sophie begin to and Paris and paired with a bold, rock soundtrack, the moment is not a turning point in the film, it is instead live more separate lives, Frances is left to struggle with movie is a cinematic pleasure as much as it is an awk- one of the many subtle (and funny) ways that “Frances her own identity, making “Frances Ha” an unexpected ward tale of emerging adulthood. Ha” tells a seemingly grown woman’s coming-of-age and occasionally uncomfortable bildungsroman. Between the acting, cinematography and sometimes story. Though Frances can often be uncomfortable, selfish painfully familiar dialogue, “Frances Ha” is certainly “Frances Ha,” written by Greta Gerwig and Noah and painfully proud, she is also charming and lovable. worth a watch. Baumbach and Gerwig make an in- Baumbach and directed by Baumbach, is a dialogue- This balance is maintained incredibly well by Greta credible team and not only expertly tell the story of one heavy, plot-light look into the world of 27-year-old Gerwig, who plays Frances so sincerely it is difficult to young woman, but also beautifully deliver the experi- unsuccessful dancer Frances Halladay as she tries to imagine her as anyone else. When the plot occasion- ences of those grappling with friendship, change and navigate through her life in New York. ally stalls and flounders, Gerwig’s acting carries the becoming a “real person.” The film begins with a heartwarming and hysteri- movie. Though her supporting actors, Mickey Sumner cal look at Frances and her best friend and roommate, and “Girls” star Adam Driver, provide interesting dia- Contact Allie Tollaksen at [email protected] Sophie. The two seem virtually inseparable, spending logue, they don’t hold a candle to Gerwig. full days together, sleeping in the same bed and pick- This may be in part because of the fact that Gerwig ing each other up from work. But to Frances, the in- co-wrote “Frances Ha” with director and boyfriend separability (and codependency) is real, as evidenced Baumbach. Though the script is purely fiction, Gerwig “Frances Ha” by her refusal to move in with her boyfriend and give casted her own parents and visited her own hometown IFC Films up living with Sophie. in the film. This makes Gerwig’s acting appear sincere When Sophie suddenly decides to move out and live and lends to the film’s overall realistic feeling. “Frances Director: Noah Baumbach with someone else, Frances is crushed and falls into a Ha” may be an unconventional coming-of-age story, Starring: Greta Gerwig, Mickey downward spiral. She begins a wild series of living ar- but there is nothing doubtable about Frances’ life or Sumner, Adam Driver rangements and whirlwind trips as her friendship with choices, even at age 27. Sophie crumbles. All the while, Frances hilariously This is not Gerwig’s first “late twenties coming-of- fumbles through social situations, displaying a perfect age” film either. In 2012, the same year “Frances Ha” mix of awkward conversation and quick-wit dialogue. was released, Gerwig also starred in “Lola Versus,” a 10 The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com Classifieds

Sports Authority NFL The truth behind Culter and Marshall lead the mascot Bears over Bengals

the Washington Post found that Associated Press following a reception and Matt Forte’s 1-yard TD run Vicky Jacobsen eight of 10 Washington fans made the recovery. late in the third, and took Sports Writer thought the team should remain CHICAGO —­ Jay Cutler Chicago took over at its 19 advantage of a big break af- the “Redskins” (despite the fact wasn’t quite sure what to ex- and got an 8-yard run from ter Cutler got intercepted by If you’re anything like most that the majority said they would pect in a new offense. Matt Forte on fourth-and- Vontaze Burfict near midfield American football fans, you never use the term to refer to a One thing he didn’t antici- inches at the Bengals 27 to early in the fourth. might have caught at least a few Native American in any other pate was perfection from the keep the drive going. Cutler Cincinnati took over at the minutes of the game between context, which is a good indica- start, and the Chicago Bears then found Marshall in the Bears 40, but Sanu’s fumble at Washington and Philadelphia tion that most people do realize came nowhere close to that. front corner of the end zone the 17 led to a big swing. And on Monday Night Football. Like the term is offensive.). They did, however, find their for a 19-yard touchdown with Marshall couldn’t believe he most viewers, you were probably In a lot of ways I’m not sur- rhythm just in time to make 7:58 remaining, and Chicago was 1-on-1 with Reggie Nelson focused on the return of Robert prised – until recently, I was one Marc Trestman a winner in hung on after a personal foul on the go-ahead touchdown. Griffin III or Chip Kelly’s first of those people. Although I’ve his debut. by Rey Maualuga with just “I didn’t understand it. official game as the coach of the never been much of a Redskins Cutler passed to Brandon over a minute left wiped out You know?” Marshall said. Eagles. And you probably heard fan, I lived in what passes for D.C. Marshall for the go-ahead any chance of a comeback for “Fourth quarter, put a safety or saw the name “Redskins” doz- suburbia for six years. In the fall, touchdown in the fourth Cincinnati. on me 1-on-1? You can only ens of times, and thought noth- the hallways of my middle and quarter, helping the Bears ral- Here are five reasons the ask for that and dream about ing of it. high schools were seas of bur- ly for a 24-21 victory over the Bears beat the Bengals. that.” Maybe we should think a little gundy and gold. The same people sloppy Cincinnati Bengals on 1. STRONG FINISH: The 3. LOSING COMPOSURE: bit harder about it. passing around petitions asking Sunday and giving Trestman Bears made big changes in the Clearly, Bengals coach There are people who the rest of the student body to a victory in his first game as offseason, parting with star Marvin Lewis wasn’t thrilled have been pushing for a new swear off language that was sex- an NFL head coach. linebacker Brian Urlacher and with his team’s demeanor. Washington mascot for decades, ist, homophobic or disrespectful It wasn’t quite the display hiring Trestman to replace They’d already commit- but the past few months have to people with developmental the Bears were looking for af- the fired Lovie Smith with the ted their share of mistakes seen a new surge of support for a disabilities thought nothing ter making some big changes idea that he could spark the and silly penalties. Then, name change. Local politicians, of wearing a jersey with the in the offseason. But they offense and lead them to the Maualuga got called for a per- including mayor Vincent Gray, “Redskins” stamped on the front. made the most of a hand- playoffs after missing out five sonal foul away from the play have spoken out against the And I don’t blame them – they ful of big plays by Cutler and of the past six years. when Cincinnati stopped moniker that is, let’s face it, an didn’t mean to offend anyone repeated mistakes by the Clearly, there’s work to do. Michael Bush after a short obvious racial slur. Some media (except Cowboys fans.) They just Bengals. The offense seemed stuck gain on third-and-6 at the organizations have publicized really, really liked Chris Cooley. “I thought no one got frus- most of the afternoon but Bengals 45 with a little over a their decision to discontinue Honestly, until this year I trated early on with us and came through in the end, minute left. the use of “Redskin” in any NFL thought there was too much the way we were playing,” with Cutler completing 21 of The unnecessary rough- coverage, and on Sunday, D.C.- fuss being made by the people Cutler said. “We stuck to the 33 passes. He also had two ness penalty that kept the area radio stations began airing who didn’t like Native American game plan. The fourth quar- touchdowns to go with an drive going and allowed a commercial sponsored by the mascots. Surely they realized the ter — that’s when you’ve interception. Cutler to take a knee twice, Oneida Indian Nation that re- entire Washington-metro area got to win ballgames in this “There were a lot of ques- ending the game. quests the team find a more suit- wasn’t using the word as a racial league.” tion marks,” Cutler said. “We had a lot of guys un- able mascot. epithet, right? We thought the Cutler threw for 242 yards “How were we going to do on fortunately lose composure Even the ESPN ombudsman logo looked cool. And apologists behind a line with four new offense? Are the plays going today,” Lewis said. “We can’t Robert Lipsyte wrote an article could always find a few people starters. Marshall had eight to work? Are we going to be do that.” indicating some members of with Native American heritage grabs for 104 yards, and the able to block them? Am I go- 4. LINED UP AND READY the ESPN stats and information who said they weren’t too both- offense pulled it out after ing to complete balls? So to TO PROTECT: Get this. Cutler department are pushing to avoid ered by the mascot. struggling most of the way. go out there, it wasn’t pretty, did not get sacked. The re- using “the R-word.” But in the past year, a lot of Cincinnati’s Andy Dalton it wasn’t perfect, we didn’t vamped offensive line with Still, Washington owner Daniel people have brought up a strik- threw for 282 yards with two think it was going to be. We four new starters and a pair Snyder has steadfastly refused to ing question: would it be okay touchdowns and two in- made plays when we had to rookies on the right side in consider abandoning the mas- to name a team after an epithet terceptions. A.J. Green had make plays.” guard Kyle Long and tackle cot. NFL Commissioner Roger for any other group of people? 162 yards receiving and two There still are plenty of Jordan Mills held its ground Goodell is standing by Snyder Clearly, the answer is no. touchdowns, including a unanswered questions, against one of the top defen- in this fight – in June, he wrote And, really, why is it so impor- 45-yarder. But it was a disap- none bigger than this: Can sive fronts. a letter to Congress claiming tant to me, or Snyder or Goodell pointing opener for a team Trestman get the most out of 5. A SECONDARY ISSUE: the “Redskins” mascot “from or D.C. fans in general, that the coming off back-to-back play- Cutler? One of the big question marks its origin represented a posi- name stay the same? Because it’s off appearances for the first 2. KEEPING THEIR COOL: facing the Bengals was their tive meaning distinct from any been that way for a long time? time since 1981 and 1982. One positive sign for the secondary. It still is. They disparagement that could be Because we don’t want to buy The Bengals led by 11 in Bears was that they kept their held their own early, but viewed in some other context.” new car decals? Because we don’t the third quarter and were composure on offense, even struggled to stay with the re- Now I’m not entirely sure why want to admit we’ve been accept- up 21-17 early in the fourth after they fell behind 21-10 in ceivers, particularly when Roger Goodell gets to decide ing something kind of racist for when Tim Jennings jarred the third. Cutler was scrambling down what Native Americans do and decades now? the ball from Mohamed Sanu They got within four on the stretch. do not find offensive, and seeing Switching the name would be as the team was first called the inconvenient (and, yes, expen- The Observer accepts classifieds every business day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Notre Dame office, Redskins in 1933, 26 years before sive) for sports fans and Snyder, 024 South Dining Hall. 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SMC cross country Belles welcome alumnae back for annual race

By COLE SCHIETINGER competition. Sports Writer “The team will be using it as a training run and working The Saint Mary’s cross coun- through it in anticipation of next try team hosted their annual weekend at Calvin,” Bauters said. Alumnae 5k on Saturday. For the Especially important is that the sixth year in a row, the team host- Belles have not run a race since ed its signature alumnae event, Aug. 31, when the team finished which allows current and former fourth at the Wabash Hokum Belles to meet and run together. Karem in Crawfordsville, Ind. “It is a really low-key event With a heavy conference schedule with a small group of our alums on the horizon, getting race ac- that come back into town,” Belles tion will help the Belles stay sharp coach Jackie Bauters said. between competitive events. Unlike a conventional 5-ki- After this week’s 5-kilometer, lometer, this event served as a Saint Mary’s will look to stand out casual tune-up for Saint Mary’s, in the crowded field at Calvin. which is gearing up for its first Next Saturday, the Belles competitive 5k race, the Knight will head out to the Gainey Invitational, at Calvin College. Athletic Complex in Grand Last year, current senior Jessica Rapids, Michigan at 10 a.m. for Biek led the way for the Belles, Calvin College’s annual Knight coming in 50th in a field of 313 Invitational. runners. Accordingly, Bauters AMY ACKERMANN | The Observer said that Saturday’s race will be Contact Cole Schietinger at The Belles cross country squad poses for a team picture before their annual Alumnae 5-kilometer. The race used to prepare for the upcoming [email protected] serves as a tune up before Calvin College’s Knight Invitational next Saturday.

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Associated Press The fans interpreted that “I feel better than when to mean the Colts had fixed I said it the first time, and in wild card Colts owner Jim Irsay the problems that caused that’s progress,” Thomas and general manager Ryan Luck to be sacked 41 times, said. “Each week, we’ll get Associated Press 43rd save. Grigson made the offseason hit more than 100 times, better and hopefully, we’ll The Orioles were 2 for 29 with mission perfectly clear. complete 54.1 percent of his be playing our best football Chris Tillman took a three-hit- runners in scoring position in their They were going to run passes and throw 18 inter- in February.” ter into the eighth inning and the last two games, and their percent- the ball more effectively and ceptions a rookie. There might not be any Baltimore Orioles beat the New age improved in the opener of the keep Andrew Luck on his Combined with Luck hav- football in February if they York Yankees 4-2 on Monday night critical four-game series, as they feet more often in 2013. ing a full offseason to work can’t protect Luck. in a game that featured an on-field went 2 for 8 in such situations. Now, after making a big in the system and with Most football insiders un- confrontation between the teams’ The Orioles tied it 1-1 in the financial commitment to teammates, they figured derstand it takes longer for managers. bottom of the first when Nick revamp the offense, they’re the numbers would improve the offensive line to coalesce With the victory, the Orioles Markakis led off with a ground- still waiting for the payoff. dramatically. and play together as a single moved within 1 1-2 games of idle rule double to center, went to third While the Colts man- Some did on opening day. unit, so these early weeks Tampa Bay for the second AL wild on Manny Machado’s sacrifice aged to rush for 127 yards The second-year quarter- could be rough. card. The Yankees fell three games and scored on Adam Jones’ sacri- and average 4.9 yards per back completed 78.3 percent It didn’t help the transi- behind Tampa Bay. fice fly. carry, a positive sign for a of his passes and still had the tion that the Colts lost right Tillman (16-5) allowed two runs Between the first and second team that has ranked among AFC’s third-highest average guard Mike McGlynn for the and four hits in seven-plus in- innings, a red-faced Showalter the league’s worst over the yards per attempt (7.74). last two preseason games nings. He walked none and struck bolted from the first-base dugout, past several seasons, Indy Luck threw two touchdown and left tackle Anthony out nine, matching his career gesturing angrily and shouting at also struggled to sustain passes, no interceptions and Castonzo for all but one high. Girardi before being held at bay by second-half drives or keep scrambled 19 yards for the series of the final two pre- Both dugouts emptied briefly Hickox. Girardi followed from the Luck clean in the pocket in winning score with 5:20 to season games because of in- after the first inning, when Orioles third-base dugout in calmer fash- Sunday’s 21-17 victory over play. Only Peyton Manning juries. Both were back in the manager Buck Showalter angrily ion as players from both teams Oakland. (141.1) and Colin Kaepernick lineup Sunday for the first exchanged words with Joe Girardi spilled onto the field. “There’s always going to (129.4) had better first-week time since getting hurt. after the Yankees manager appar- Once order was restored, televi- be, especially in the open- passer ratings than Luck Not all of the problems are ently said something to Baltimore sion cameras showed Showalter er, some things to clean up. (127.9). the result of poor line play, third base coach Bobby Dickerson. shaking his head and glaring at They’d all tell you they’d be The problem was that Luck either. As Thomas noted, Showalter had to be restrained by Girardi from the Orioles dugout. the first ones to tell you that also was sacked four times, there’s only five linemen home plate umpire Ed Hickox. Baltimore went up 2-1 in the we’ve got to play better and escaped a couple of others and if a defense sends more, Alex Rodriguez and Lyle fifth when J.J. Hardy doubled into we will play better,” coach and got knocked around a they’ll need help in blitz Overbay hit home runs for the the left-field corner and advanced Chuck Pagano said. handful more times by an pickups. Luck also can help Yankees. Rodriguez’s first-inning to third by beating the relay from “It’s some communica- Oakland defense that had getting rid of the ball quick- blast to right-center was the 652nd first base on Michael Morse’s tion things, some technique nine new starters. er or throwing it away. of his career, leaving him eight third-to-first groundout. Matt things. Again, it’s the first So on Monday’s radio Ultimately, though, the short of tying Willie Mays for Wieters’ sacrifice fly scored Hardy. ballgame and we’ll be better shows, fans expressed their linemen understand the fourth place all-time. Alexi Casilla followed with a as far as run-blocking and angst. Meanwhile, on the number of sacks and hits CC Sabathia (13-12), who came single past Rodriguez at third, protection going into the city’s west side, Colts play- will determine whether they into the game with an 18-5 career stole second and came home on second week.” ers and coaches asked for deserve credit or criticism. record against the Orioles, yielded Markakis’ single. Fans expected more. patience. “I think sacks are always four runs — three earned — and In the seventh, the Orioles For months, Colts players A couple of weeks ago, new put on the offensive line, seven hits over 7 1-3 innings. He added an insurance run when and coaches raved about the left guard Donald Thomas but who really knows what walked two and struck out six. Machado’s 49th double, a two-out power-running scheme and called the line a “work in the situation was or where Tommy Hunter relieved poke off the scoreboard. in right, double-tight end formations progress.” On Monday, the protection broke down,” Tillman and struck out the side scored Wieters from third. favored by new offensive co- he noted things were McGlynn said. “We don’t in the eighth. Jim Johnson got the Overbay’s homer leading off the ordinator Pep Hamilton. improving. ever want to give up sacks.” last three outs for his AL-leading eighth chased Tillman. 12 The observer | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | ndsmcobserver.com Sports

ND cross Country Lesiewicz, Meunier start off season right

By ALEX WILCOX category and believes the Meunier said she cred- Sports Writer race will prove to be a useful its her summer training as tool when preparing for up- well, especially since this Patrick Lesiewicz and coming meets. is only her second season Sydni Meunier entered this “I was happy to be able to running cross country. Her past weekend’s Crusader do a race like that, where high school, Gibson City Invitational from very dif- I could start out and see Melvin-Sibley (Ill.), did not ferent places. Lesiewicz, a where I’m at and where I field a cross country team senior on the men’s team, is need to improve these next during Meunier’s time there. a cross country veteran with couple of weeks before we In order to stay competitive many races under his belt, start getting into the bigger with the rest of the runners while Meunier, a sophomore meets,” Meunier said. who have been running all for the women, has run in As for Lesiewicz, Friday throughout high school, she just four career meets. Both was his third time running relies on her teammates. runners, though, ended in in the Crusader Invitational, “I just try to go off my the same position: first. finishing third and fourth teammates experience and After a third-place finish in before this year’s victory in ask them for a lot of advice,” her first-ever cross country the 6K. While acknowledg- Meunier said. “This team is meet at last year’s Crusader ing that there will be more full of so many great run- Invitational, Meunier won important races down the ners so I just go off them and the 5K this year with a time road, he said he was still their knowledge and abili- of 17:57.7. Just the sixth happy with his run. ties. I worked really hard all woman to ever win the race “In terms of condition- summer since this is only my for the Irish, Meunier said ing and staying in shape it second year running cross she was pleased with her wasn’t so important, just country, so I’ve just been performance. because I want to be in my working on trying to get “It was our first [race] of best shape for the end of the mentally tough and get a lot the season and we’ve all season, not the beginning,” stronger.” just been training really Lesiewicz said. “But in terms For both Lesiewicz and hard over the summer and of confidence, winning a Meunier, confidence and the first couple weeks we’ve race like that is a big confi- expectations run high after been here,” Meunier said. dence booster.” the team’s strong showing “Our plan going in was to He said he credits his per- this past weekend. Lesiewicz just stay together, especially formance Friday to all the said he expects himself to JOHN NING | The Observer through the first [kilometer] work he’s put in leading up continue to improve and Irish senior Walter Schafer warms up for the National Catholic Championships on Sept. 14, 2012 at Notre Dame. and then after that just go to the race. help out the team in what he off how you feel and bring it “I’ve just been working re- believes could turn out to be regionals and then nation- and get my team a point or home.” ally hard,” Lesiewicz said. a very successful year. als, and hopefully get into two, that would be great.” Meunier brought home “All summer I’ve been train- “For the team, we’d like the top ten,” Lesiewicz said. the win in the individual ing, and it’s good to see it to win our ACC meet, and “Individually, if I can make Contact Alex Wilcox at race and in the overall team pay off like that.” from there, just do well at it into the top five, top seven, [email protected]

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Associated Press Vick hit Jackson for a 25- yard touchdown and Brent Just try to keep up with Celek for a 28-yard score, Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy then found the end zone and the Philadelphia Eagles himself on a 3-yard run — this season. Robert Griffin and that was just the first III and the Washington half. It would have been a Redskins sure couldn’t. bigger rout if Vick hadn’t Playing at a frenetic pace missed three open receiv- that left the Redskins bum- ers in the first quarter, or bling and stumbling, the if his sideways lateral on Eagles unleashed coach first-and-goal at the 4 hadn’t Chip Kelly’s offense on the been tipped by linebacker NFL and crammed 77 plays Ryan Kerrigan and returned into 60 minutes of football. 75 yards for a Redskins They had their share of mis- touchdown. cues, of course, but they held Perhaps the most remark- on for a 33-27 upset of the able accomplishment by defending NFC East champs. Vick, McCoy, Kelly and the Vick, running the don’t- Eagles: They managed to up- take-a-breath attack that stage Griffin. The game was won 87 percent of the time played eight months to the during Kelly’s four years at day since the Redskins quar- the University of Oregon, terback had major knee sur- completed 15 of 25 passes gery, and his return Monday for 203 yards and two touch- was the culmination of a downs, and he ran nine dedicated, high-profile re- times for 56 yards and a hab that included a pub- score. McCoy had 31 carries lic clash with Washington for 184 yards, including a coach Mike Shanahan that 34-yard TD. DeSean Jackson barely put a dent in the fans’ piled up 104 yards on seven fervent adoration for their catches. franchise player. Sports ndsmcobserver.com | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | The Observer 13

ASHLEY DACY | The Observer Irish junior Peyton Vitter takes a swing on the last day of the Fighting Irish Gridiron Golf Classic on Oct. 9 at the Warren Golf Course. The Irish will return to the course on Sept. 23- 24 for this year’s edition of the event after competing this weekend at the Gopher Inivational in Independence, Minn. Paid Advertisement Golf Continued from page 16

Kubinski said. “He certainly hit the ball well. His putting though was as good as it gets. His confidence is very high, which is most important to me.” In fact, Kubinski wasn’t the only one who noticed Platt’s stellar play with the flat stick. Kubinski added that a rival coach told him Platt was “the best putter in college golf.” The day wasn’t entirely posi- tive for the Irish though, as sophomore Cory Sciupider and freshman Liam Cox struggled to 43rd and 44th place finish- es, respectively, in the 62-man field. Kubinski didn’t seem

“[Niall] certainly hit the ball well. His putting was as good as it gets. His confidence is very high, which is most important to me.” Jim Kubinski Irish coach

the least bit panicked, how- ever, when talking about their performances. “From a team standpoint, we needed a better third and fourth score,” Kubinski said. “I know we’ll get those, though … Cory will produce. He’s an ex- ceptional talent but spent the weekend pressing. I have great confidence in Liam and (fresh- man) Blake [Barens]. They played young but they’ll give us strong play moving forward, I’m sure of that.” The Irish next tee off at the Fighting Irish Gridiron Classic, a two-day -tournament held at the Warren Golf Course Sept. 23 and 24.

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Football Continued from page 16

Kelly’s comments demon- strate a sharp departure from the defensive men- tality of last season, when the Irish (1-1) rattled off an undefeated season and fin- ished the year ranked sec- ond in scoring defense. “Last year we had to rely on our defense to win foot- ball games,” Kelly said. “I don’t want to have to do that week-in and week-out. I think there are going to be some times when our offense has to win some ballgames.” The Irish defense lost three starters to the NFL following last season, in- cluding Heisman candidate Manti Te’o, but Kelly said his desire for the offense to score more points does not reflect negatively on this year’s defensive unit. JOHN NING | The Observer “In games where you have Irish senior receiver TJ Jones fights through traffic during Notre Dame’s 41-30 loss to Michigan on Saturday. Jones led the Irish with nine two really good football catches for 94 yards and a touchdown and leads the Irish in receiving this season. teams, we are going to have to score more points,” he play championship de- called every single play. through the fourth quarter, disciplined on a day-to-day said. “It doesn’t mean our fense. I think it can. It just That hasn’t changed.” two Notre Dame pass inter- basis, and that falls on me. I defense is not as good, it’s wasn›t this night.” Kelly also highlighted one ference calls allowed the don’t want my football team just that we went up against The head coach was also area where he hopes his Wolverines to convert on to be in a position where a really good quarterback adamant, when prompted defense can improve: dis- third down in consecutive games have to be decided in [against Michigan] and he by reporters, that offensive cipline. Six Irish penalties series. that regard.” made a lot of plays ... coordinator Chuck Martin turned into 50 yards for the “We’ve got to be smart- Notre Dame will travel to “I just felt like this was would continue to call plays Wolverines, who also con- er and more disciplined West Lafayette, Ind. to face one of those nights where for the Irish offense. verted three third downs as a defense,” Kelly said. Purdue (1-1) this weekend. our offense had to bail out “Chuck Martin is calling off the visitors’ flags. With “We don’t coach penal- our defense. But in no way plays, he will continue to Michigan clinging to a 34- ties. We want to coach guys Contact Joseph Monardo at of saying our defense can›t call plays,” Kelly said. “He 30 lead and driving midway to be smarter and more [email protected]

Andrews School, Andrews is already to Laddish, who was a Big Continued from page 16 prepared to become one of East second-team selection the more talented players last season. Through their Starting alongside senior on any field the Irish play on first five games, the Irish Mandy Laddish and sopho- this year. midfielders have dominated more Cari Roccaro in the For now, however, she is possession and controlled midfield, Andrews has focused on finding her role the tempo of games expertly quickly made her mark for on the team and adjusting to in addition to filling the net the Irish. play at the collegiate level. liberally. “She’s such a calming ef- Whether that means scoring “When we have them fir- fect in there. She reads the goals, distributing the ball ing on all cylinders togeth- game so well. She’s so skill- or controlling possession er — Laddish and Cari and ful and composed on the in the midfield, Andrews Morgan — we have one of ball,” Irish coach Randy said her goal is to help the the best midfields in the Waldrum said. Irish score in whatever way country,” Waldrum said. “It “She’s not a freshman ex- possible. could be very exciting by the cept by her grade here at “It’s all about the team and end of the year.” Notre Dame,” Waldrum con- what we can do to help score With Notre Dame about to tinued. “By her ability, she’s goals,” Andrews said. “It all enter ACC play against North definitely a veteran player.” depends on what’s on in the Carolina State on Thursday, Such could be expected moment. During the Detroit Andrews said she is going from one of the top prep game, it was the far shots. forward with the knowledge JOHN NING | The Observer prospects in recent memo- I did what had to be done. that her best days are ahead Irish midfielder Morgan Andrews dribbles past a defender during ry in any sport. Widely re- I’m definitely going to keep of her and her teammates Notre Dame’s 4-0 victory over Oakland on Aug. 30 at Alumni Stadium. garded as the top recruit shooting.” are behind her. Paid Advertisement in the country for the 2013 Waldrum said he agreed “With the girls here, it’s class, Andrews is a two-time that after just a handful of not hard to adjust because Gatorade National Player games, Andrews is settling everyone’s so welcoming. It of the Year and was named into her role well. just comes down to know- the 2013 Gatorade National “I think she needed a few ing what your role is. My Athlete of the Year for 2013. games to kind of find her role is to get in, play with The last Irish athlete to way, fitting into a new team, the girls and play as hard take home the latter award? but I think these last few as I possibly can.” Andrews Skylar Diggins in 2009. Such weeks she’s really started to said. “Now I think I’m feel- are the expectations for find her stride,” Waldrum ing more comfortable in the Andrews in her first year. said. “These are the things game and taking advantage As evidenced by those we expected her to do for us. of my opportunities. awards, her numerous inter- She’s key.” “It’s just the community national appearances play- With the addition of feeling. Everyone supports ing for United States national Andrews, Notre Dame has you.” squads and her high school a midfield filled with excit- and conference-record 114 ing players, from 2012 fresh- Contact Conor Kelly at goals at Milford (NH) High man All-American Roccaro [email protected] DAILY ndsmcobserver.com | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2013 | The Observer 15

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By JOSEPH MONARDO interception that set up No. Associate Sports Editor 11 Michigan (2-0) for a short touchdown drive that began In Saturday’s 41-30 loss on No. 21 Notre Dame’s 23- to Michigan, the respected yard line with 1:29 remain- Irish defense gave up more ing in the opening half. points by halftime than any After overthrowing senior game in 2012. The Irish of- receiver TJ Jones in the end fense, meanwhile, put up zone on fourth down from 23 points and produced 410 the Michigan 17-yard line yards. After the big loss in early in the fourth quarter, the Big House, however, Rees threw an intercep- Irish coach Brian Kelly said tion in Notre Dame’s final he placed the largest por- drive of the game. The pass tion of the blame at the feet ricocheted off a Michigan of his offense. defender into the arms of “I felt that we missed Wolverine defensive back some opportunities offen- Blake Countess and effec- sively that could have given tively ended any chance of a us the opportunity to win comeback. this football game,” he said. “Tommy obviously ... “This was one of those would like to have [back] games where our offense the one throw before the needed to carry the day half,” Kelly said. “He did for us. And we just came some really good things. up short on a couple of key It feels like there were just plays for us.” one or two throws there Kelly acknowledged that that — we could have put 44 some portion of those points on the board. Really, missed opportunities re- really close, but not good flects failed execution by enough. He just needed to senior quarterback Tommy make a couple more plays.” Rees, who passed for 314 JOHN NING | The Observer yards and two touchdowns Irish senior quarterback Tommy Rees prepares to take the snap during Notre Dame’s 41-30 loss to Michi- in the game. Rees threw an see FOOTBALL PAGE 14 gan on Saturday. Rees passed for two touchdowns and 314 yards, but also threw two costly interceptions. men’s golf ND women’s soccer Two Irish golfers Andrews thrives at ND

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By A.J. GODEAUX The Detroit defender Sports Writer Freshman Matt Rushton maintained a three-yard had the most success of the cushion, wary of what In its first competitive ac- Irish golfers on the challeng- Irish freshman midfielder tion of the season, Notre ing course. The Cape Town, Morgan Andrews can do Dame finished seventh at the South Africa native shot a four- with the ball at her feet. Gopher Invitational. Hosted by under 67 in his first ever colle- Hoping to avoid being Minnesota at Windsong Farm giate round Sunday morning. beaten off the dribble, the Golf Club in Independence, Despite notching a 73 Sunday defender backed off, think- Minn., the event boasted a 12- afternoon, Rushton was able to ing that Andrews posed lit- team field. rebound with a 70 on Monday tle threat to score 30 yards New Mexico won the tourna- to tie for sixth individually. from the goal. Instead, ment with a combined score of “To see Matthew excel Andrews took one dribble, four under par while defending through the bag is exciting for teed up a shot and blasted a champion Cal finished fourth, us,” Kubinski said. “He was so swerving strike into the top coming in at seven over at the solid, from his attitude and right corner of the Detroit difficult Windsong course. focus to his ball striking and net, an absolute laser from Irish coach Jim Kubinski said putting. He just seemed com- distance that left Alumni the setup at Windsong was fortable out there.” Stadium momentarily si- JOHN NING | The Observer challenging, but also fair. Kubinski also heaped praise lent Sunday night. Irish freshman midfielder Morgan Andrews (3) battles for the ball “It was a great examination,” on senior Niall Platt, who made It was no ordinary goal, during Notre Dame’s 1-0 loss to UCLA at Alumni Stadium on Sept. 1. Kubinski said. “The greens seven birdies en route to a 68 but Andrews is no ordinary were outstanding and you Monday, and finish tied for player, regardless of the fact as the Irish dispatched the a key cog for a No. 8 Notre could make some putts, but the sixth with Rushton. He started that she has only played in Titans 4-0. Dame team about to enter its hole locations were still chal- the day tied for tenth. five collegiate games. The Despite her relative inex- first season in the Atlantic lenging. You had to control your “Niall played phenomenal,” goal was the second of the perience, Andrews has al- Coast Conference (ACC). shots and hit the ball into the day for Andrews and her ready become a fixture in proper spots to have success.” see GOLF PAGE 13 third of the young season the Irish starting lineup and see ANDREWS PAGE 14