Features: Students discuss the Christian response to homosexuality A&E: Editor critiques "Spider-Man 3"

Opinions: Student believes football team receives too HE CHO much funding TMay 11, 2007 ET a y l o r U n i v e r s i t y Since 1915 - Volume 94, No. 27 Alumna achieves Pannell to speak at Saturday's Ivanhoe's goal commencement Taylor Trustee Emeritus William E. Pannell, the first black American on the board of trustees at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, Calif., will address Taylor’s commencement audience May 19. Excerpts follow from an interview with Pannell, who now serves as professor of preaching and special assistant to the presi- dent at Fuller. Can you tell me a little bit about how your relationship with Taylor started?

I don’t know about a relationship. Let’s talk about an aware- ness ... of Taylor, Upland, which was the only Taylor that there was in my early days, was when I was at Fort Wayne Bible College. I was a student there … My real acquaintanceship came, however, when [President Emeritus Jay] Kesler became president, and I was presiding over the board of trustees at Youth for Christ … When Kesler announced that this is what he wanted to do, to leave YFC and go to Taylor as the president … we laid our hands on the brother and through our tears blessed him … Later on … I got exposed to some leadership from Taylor … I’d never been to Taylor, and so one of the execs [with the Consortium of Christian Colleges and Universities] said, “Well, we’ve got to work on that ...” I think in the next two years or so, I got invited to join the board.

Why did you accept the invitation this year to speak at Tay- lor’s commencement? … Photo by Ellen Koch Taylor alumna Jessica Beck shows off her stamp sheet displaying the numbers of the 100 Ivanhoe's shakes she consumed. Beck began This will not be the first [commencement speech I’ve giv- eating shakes four years ago as a freshman and offically entered the Ivanhoe's 100-Club after she finished her last shake on Wednesday. en], but this might be the best one because I’m coming home, By Megan Baird Club plaque. Beck’s 100 Club journey ments to Ivanhoe’s, and the in a way. Editor-in-Chief “Even though I warned began Welcome Weekend restaurant decided to adopt I began my post-high school academic work there at Ft. It took her four years, but them ahead of time that her freshman year with the the club. Wayne, and … I was part of that generation of board mem- January 2007 Taylor gradu- it was going to be my last Wheels Wheels shake. “I am so proud of Jessica,” bers that decided to acquire that campus as part of Taylor ate Jessica Beck has reached shake, they still weren’t ex- “I think I was just trying senior Elizabeth Kuhns said. University … her sticky-sweet goal. cited at all and still didn’t to make a statement, because “She has worked so hard She is now a member of have my size of T-shirt,” I thought I was a cool fresh- over the past four years to What is the main message that you hope graduates hear in the Ivanhoe’s 100 Club. Beck said. “So I had to insist man,” she said. “It’s just one get all these shakes [eaten] ... your address? Beck ended her ca- that they order a T-shirt that of those things that once you I’m just proud to call her my loric journey Wednesday fit me, since I spent so much get so far, you kind of have to friend.” (Laughing) Oh, I’m working on it. If you have any ideas, night with the Almond money in their restaurant.” finish it.” Beck had some advice for send them to me ... Fudge shake. Beck estimates she spent Her favorite shakes includ- those beginning their 100 If I live until June, I’ll be 78, so I come from a different time “Besides the fact that it was around $300 on her ed the Trojan 2, the Trojan 3 Club journey. and place than you guys do, and I try to listen in as a peer. I pretty runny, it tasted good. mini shakes. and the Grasshopper. She “It’s a pretty big commit- try to listen to your approach to your culture as you reflect it Really it wasn’t that different Ivanhoe’s General Man- disliked shakes with nuts. ment, so make sure you take and as you challenge it … from all the other shakes,” ager Mark Souers said Beck is the 29th person to some time to pray about it she said. “I was kind of ex- he will order a T-shirt in achieve 100 Club status. A beforehand,” she said. “Just Do you anticipate drawing on some of your experience in cited, but it didn’t seem like Beck’s size. 1970s Taylor student created make sure that you don’t racial reconciliation when you speak to us? that big of a deal.” “We’re thrilled to death,” the 100 Club after he and a have any allergies, and do it To celebrate inductions Souers said about Beck’s ac- friend finished 100 shakes. with integrity. Don’t let other I’m not sure about that. I probably will flirt with some of into the club, Ivanhoe’s gives complishment. “We like it They sent a picture of them- people put stamps on your that. I have over the years come to see that reconciliation is new members a T-shirt and every time we have to put a selves holding a plaque card, and don’t share shakes. not an option for the Christian movement. It’s how you de- puts their names on the 100 new name up.” declaring their accomplish- Do it all by yourself.” fine the ministry, and so this is not an option, any more than justice is an option … That’s how I respond to the symbol of that towel at the Education students create mock classrooms end of the line. It translates into servanthood, to be sure, but By Lauren Free matic play,” sophomore Kel- “We had apple tasting, fun will put in a total of 30 to 40 that servanthood is about reconciliation. It’s about justice. It’s Contributor ley Jo Wilson said. songs, acting like you were hours on the presentation. about waging peace in the earth. That’s kind of where I’m On select nights near the Each presentation group an apple tree, apple stamp- Despite the long hours coming from most of the time when you’ll hear me speak … end of this semester, the Stu- chose a theme to carry ing and even a surprise visit and large amounts of ef- What I’m going to try to attempt at commencement, how- art Room has undergone a throughout all areas of from Johnny Appleseed him- fort exerted by the students, ever, is something of a more relaxed, reflective motif – reflec- transformation. Instead of the project. self.” many appear thankful for tions on a journey, I call it … I’m going to talk a little bit about neat rows of red chairs on “[My group] did the apple Wilson’s group presented the experience. my own pilgrimage with potential possible implications for bland carpeting, visitors find orchard. We created a huge a rainforest theme. They “This project stretched me the students … There are a lot of challenges with that which I themselves in an apple or- tree in the middle of the covered the room with to think in an open- ended think are very contemporary. It might be my story, but it’s not chard, a rainforest or a min- room, where we had people plants, trees, animals and a way so ... students came up mine alone, and there’s continuity here … iature version of the land- sit inside during one of the paper river. with their own thoughts and scape of the United States. stations,” junior Natalie According to Tyner, if the responses instead of merely You’ve said that you’re part of that journey toward justice Elementary education Brewer said of her group. project is done well, students copying mine,” Wilson said. and reconciliation. What do you feel most qualifies you to majors in Professor Cyn- speak and write on that issue? thia Tyner’s Introduction to Early Childhood Programs I suppose that’s how I’ve lived most of my life ... whether class have spent hours in the writing or preaching or going into pastoral work or standing Stuart Room attending and with some folks that were out on the street … preparing 90-minute group Growing up during the civil rights era, it’s pretty hard for presentations worth nearly an African-American to be unmoved by that, and that’s what half of their overall grade. I’ve been talking about. The class teaches primarily sophomore elementary edu- What do you think is the biggest issue now … along the cation majors how to teach lines of this justice and reconciliation that should affect the kindergarten through third lives of Taylor’s graduates today? grade students. Tyner said students must The evangelical movement, particularly the part of it that create lessons appropriate for we represent at Taylor, is particularly vulnerable to the pro- each childs age, personality, paganda and the seductions from the right of the particular background and ethnicity. spectrum, and other schools are vulnerable to the same chal- “Your group literally cre- lenge from the left. ates a kindergarten-age-ap- And it seems to me that the greatest challenge facing the propriate environment in evangelical church today is to distance itself from those forms the Stuart Room intended of seduction so it can regain a lost integrity with regards to a to stimulate open-ended re- Photo by Ellen Koch prophetic witness … We need desperately to get some leader- sponses in areas such as art, Junior Daniel Longcor, otherwise known as Johnny Appleseed, welcomes the "kindergarten" students ship that will get us freed up from some of this. music, movement and dra- (fellow classmates) to his Apple Orchard in last Monday's presentation. By Chrissie Thompson, Associate Editor News May 11, 2007 Page 2 NFuneralews held at Taylor to honor fallen soldier Equality debate discussed Two students respond to Professor Amy Rowell's defense of egalitarianism at a lecture held Tuesday. Christians for Bibli- cal Equality sponsored the talk. These students approach the issue of biblical equality from the perspective of a complemen- tarian (Ricca) and an egalitarian (Latino).

By Katie Ricca By Kyle Latino Contributor Contributor

On Tuesday evening, Pro- The presentation more fessor Amy Rowell and a than satisfied me. It went in a panel of Taylor faculty pre- different direction than I ex- sented scriptural support for pected, but it was still valu- egalitarianism. able and informative. Professor Rowell was very I thought Professor Amy articulate and did an excel- Rowell was going to go lent job of fairly presenting through each so-called both sides of the discussion. “problem text“ one-by-one, I agree with her that God but instead she wisely chose gives spiritual gifts irrespec- to show the broader themes tive of gender. However, as a of what we refer to today as complementarian, I disagree “egalitarian“ ideas. In the that men and women have end, that is probably much the same role. A biblical pas- more helpful to do, and if sage that speaks to the issue others didn’t think so, at least Photo by Timmy Huynh of gender and authority is in now they have a framework Members of the Patriot Guard Riders salute Eastbrook High School graduate Pfc. David Austin Kirkpatrick, who 1 Timothy 2:12: “I do not per- for their own investigations was killed in Iraq on April 27. Kirkpatrick's funeral was Tuesday in Rediger Auditorium. "We want to show that mit a woman to teach or to or for information from the people care and love our fallen soldiers," Patriot Guard Riders Assistant State Captain Ron Coleman said. "We'll have authority over a man; next CBE event next year. always be there for them." Coleman, joined by 75 riders, has traveled to about 60 such services in four states. she must be silent.” As usual, the fun came at I do not take this passage the question-and-answer to mean an absolute pro- time. I thought the panelists hibition of all teaching by addressed issues directly and Universities confront music downloading women. This would be con- wisely to be very helpful. By Andrew Neel lem of illegal downloading “It’s frustrating; students “I’m not your parent, but trary to what Paul writes in Some students might have Sports Editor on college campuses and still share it even if they know I am your brother in Christ," other letters. For example, been disappointed with the begs the question: Are Taylor it’s illegal,” Director of Tech- Knight said. "I don’t want to Paul commends both Eunice answers they received, but I State schools across the students still downloading nology Services T.R. Knight police you, but I do care if and Lois for teaching Timo- think that was only the fault country may soon be joining music and movies illegally, said. “You hear all kinds of you’re breaking the law or thy (2 Timothy 1:5; 3:14) and of the student. in a ban Taylor University even with the ban on peer- excuses, but the RIAA has hurting yourself." Priscilla for her part in cor- At nearly every event I has had in place for years. to-peer sites? made it very public with Wengatz Hall Director recting Apollos (Acts 18:26). have attended at Taylor, ques- The new policy that could The answer is a resound- their lawsuits, so students Steve Morley said he has In Titus, Paul instructs the tion-and-answer has been a redefine college life in the ing, “Yes.“ Students across cannot say they didn’t know handled several cases of stu- older women to “teach what more laborious process than United States is a block on Taylor’s campus are watch- [downloading copyrighted dents' illegal downloading. is good. Then they can train it needs to be. Often times, peer-to-peer file sharing, ing movies, listening to mu- music] was illegal.” “My role is to challenge the younger women" (Titus it turns into answer-and-an- one that Taylor has enforced sic and downloading TV While IT does not have students into seeing [the is- 2:3-4). swer time. since 2000. shows – many of which were control over students’ off- sue of downloading] from Paul supports women who Instead of asking questions, Ohio University changed obtained illegally. campus downloading, someone else’s perspective,” prophesy in church (1 Corin- students end up just talking the landscape of illegal “I find that there are a lot Knight said the on-campus Morley said. "It can be hard thians 11:5) and later states for a minute or two and then downloading on its campus of TV shows I’m missing out Internet filter blocks peer-to- to see who we’re really af- men should “learn” from asking, “What do you think on April 27 by blocking all on, and I get them online, peer sites and restricts access fecting. There’s no price tag such prophesying (1 Corin- of that?” My immediate re- peer-to-peer file sharing sites not only for myself but also to sites that utilize BitTorrent associated with it so people thians 14:31). sponse to this is that it seems on its network. for the guys on my wing,” file-sharing. don’t see it as stealing.” Paul also states in his let- disrespectful to the person(s) The decision was made in one student, who remained “You wish in a perfect So why do Taylor students ter to the Colossians that answering questions and the part because of a constant anonymous for freedom in world that students could persist in downloading copy- all members should “teach other students. Instead of be- barrage of lawsuits filed discussion. “Although I will relegate themselves to legal righted content despite the and admonish one another ing able to ask concise and against OU students by the do everything I can to go see content only," Knight said, Taylor administration’s obvi- with all wisdom, as you sing well-phrased questions to Recording Industry Asso- a movie in theaters if it looks "but I know for a fact they ous disapproval? psalms, hymns and spiritual move along the intellectual ciation of America. OU was good, if there is a movie that were unable to in the past.” “I see [downloading] as songs” (Colossians 3:16). dialogue, the student seems ranked No. 1 on the RIAA’s is in limited release that I’m According to Knight, IT something like jaywalking; I do not believe Scripture to feel the need to cut his or list of top music piracy dying to see and won’t be able can tell when a student is it’s illegal, but no one really contradicts itself. As I look her teeth on debating tactics. schools in America and No. to see for several months, I’ll downloading a large amount cares if one person does it,” at the 1 Timothy passage, I Students are not going to 18 on the list of top movie try to download it.” of files because that student’s the anonymous student said. do not think Paul had every convince the presenter to piracy schools in a list com- Although Taylor’s Infor- account shows an anomalous “I’m not saying what I’m do- form of teaching in mind. change his or her view. Ques- piled by the Motion Picture mation Technology Depart- spike in network bandwidth ing is right; I basically jus- As an education major, I tion-and-answer often be- Association of America. ment does everything in usage. If the download ap- tify it because it’s really not know teaching and learning comes a golden opportunity OU’s decision to block its power to restrict illegal pears to be illegal and is a mi- physically hurting anyone.” are broad terms. It is impos- for students to plug them- file-sharing sites such as downloading on campus, nor first-time offense, IT will As more colleges across sible for men not to learn selves into the bottom rung LimeWire, Kazaa and Audio- students can still get copy- send the student a warning the country step up their from women. of the Hierarchy of Wisdom, Galaxy may be imitated by righted content at home via e-mail and possibly place protection against the RIAA, People learn in many ways, where students belong. other schools who also wish and from their friends off- the student’s computer in it is uncertain what impact, if and as Rowell paraphrased All in all, I felt the event to avoid the wrath of the campus. Many students then quarantine. But if the down- any, OU’s decision will have Paul in his admonishment to did go very well. I encourage RIAA and MPAA. bring this content with them loading poses a major or con- on Taylor. But Morley said it Euodia and Syntyche, “The students to continue to show While the ban will not lead to Taylor’s campus and share tinuous problem, Knight said is clear that it will take more gospel is too important. Set up, especially as so many to an immediate change at it with anyone who has ac- IT will turn the issue over to than a filter or blocks to pre- aside your differences for its of them ponder or disagree Taylor, it highlights the prob- cess to their network folder. Student Development. vent all illegal downloading. sake.” with egalitarianism. University begins restructuring

By Mia Wales ing to similar disciplines, lor used to offer a school of News Editor such as the division of Fine education, a medical school, and Applied Arts, which a school of theology and an Members of Taylor's Aca- covers communication arts, academy that offered pre- demic Leadership team and music and visual arts. college courses. Academic Council are inves- A school structure sepa- Administrators began to tigating a plan to restructure rates each discipline into a discuss restructuring aca- the office of academic affairs separate college within the demic affairs last summer. from a divisional structure to university, such as a school They will take this study to a school structure. of communication arts, a the next level this summer According to Provost Steve school of visual art and a with the hope of submitting Bedi, the plan to move to a school of music. an official plan for faculty re- school structure is motivated According to Bedi, school view next year. by a desire to build healthy structure will foster unifying “At Taylor we are in a leadership teams character- relationships among faculty shared governance mode,” ized by open communica- members with similar disci- Bedi said. “We believe that tion, shared governance and plines and backgrounds, and the faculty can offer con- a relentless pursuit of results will also provide greater op- structive advice that we that will help Taylor achieve portunities for decentralized want to use to improve [the Vision 2016. decision-making and pro- plan].” “The college and school gram development. The administration hopes structure will really provide School structure will also to begin implementing the a good organizational frame- allow donors to have their school structure during the work for sustaining excel- names placed on a school in 2008-2009 academic year and lence at Taylor,” Bedi said. return for monetary support to complete the process by “[It] will make education of that school’s operation, al- 2009-2010. programs at Taylor more rel- lowing the university to bet- “The goal here is to pro- evant and also better equip ter fund instructors and aca- mote healthy, cooperative, students to live in a global demic programs. mutually beneficial academic century.” The move to a school struc- structures that will allow the A divisional structure or- ture would return Taylor to programs to be advanced,“ ganizes departments accord- its original organization. Tay- Bedi said. News eatures May 11, 2007 Page 3 ProjectF explores Christian response to homosexuality

By Lauren Hartshorn around quoting [a] few verses Features Editor of Scripture as justification,” and Brittany Rood White said in his book. Contributor According to the Suicide Prevention Service, many ho- Many Christians shun les- mosexuals choose suicide as a bians and gays, according to way out of the battle between senior Matt Read, because Christianity and homosexual- it is “too hard to deal with ity. Suicide is especially prev- a homosexual.” alent during the “coming- To counteract this, Read, out” period, during which with senior Emily Hart and an estimated 1,200 gay youth juniors Rachel Suttor and commit suicide annually. Brittany Rood, spent time White considers the this semester with Robert,* church’s role as very serious a gay man, as part of their in handling homosexuality. Unleashing the Oppressed class project. They also researched homo- “Thoughts that used sexuality and the prejudices to run through my and obstacles faced by many head were, ‘If I am homosexuals in the United nice to him, others States, and found oppression may think I am gay.’“ displayed in extreme ways, such as hate crimes. - Matt Read - For instance, according to ABC News, Matthew Sheph- ard, a gay college student, “It’s a matter of life and was tortured and murdered in death,” he said. “I’m plead- Wyoming in 1998 because of ing for the lives of my les- his homosexuality. bian sisters and gay broth- Photo illustration by Timmy Huynh The Rev. Mel White, co- ers who are rejected by their This quote from junior Rachel Sutton expresses her thoughts on the dilemma faced by Christians and the church when confronted with founder of Soulforce, a non- friends and families, fired by homosexuality. Sutton and others in the group sought to find real answers to questions of faith and values that this issue brings to light. violent resistance movement their employers … dedicated to sexual freedom “Imagine the suffering an analogy to describe the the homosexual community. still a reflection of the image while not agreeing with a lot from religious and politi- that could be avoided if the church’s common approach “Thoughts that used to of God and is loved by God.” of their choices … cal action, says in “What the church could say this to their to homosexuality. run through my head were, While each member of the “One thing I am sure of, Bible Does – and Doesn’t lesbian, gay, bisexual and Johnson compares tell- ‘If I am nice to him, others group holds an individual though, is that Jesus would Say – about Homosexuality” transgendered children: ‘We ing gays it’s fine to be gay if may think I am gay,’ or ‘If I opinion on the subject of ho- not want us to turn our that most people who agree don’t understand your views they do not practice homo- am nice to him then I am ap- mosexuality, they all agreed backs on people who are with the Bible’s condemna- about sexual orientation, but sexuality to the idea of tell- proving of his homosexual Christians are commanded to gay. The model we are given tion of homosexuality would we love you and trust you.’” ing someone it’s fine to be a lifestyle,’” Read said. “What love one another, regardless for evangelizing is one of never condone hate crimes The Rev. Deborah L. John- musician as long as he or she I have found in my contact of sexual orientation. serving in love.” against homosexuals. son, president of Inner Light avoids instruments. with Robert is that God has “For me personally,” Sut- * = a pseudonym “Most Christians have no Ministries, an Omnifaith out- Read said he struggles to not called me to those who tor said, “I still am learning For more information, contact idea that the people killing reach ministry dedicated to find a balanced, loving way are healthy, but to those who what it means to love and be Brittany Rood at brittany_rood@ gay and lesbian persons go spiritual transformation, uses to interact with members of are sick in sin; the person is there for someone who is gay taylor.edu.

REVIVAL TO RENEW OUR HEARTS AND MINDS ~ Come give thanks to the Lord ~

Can God find 50, or will he find 50 times 50? Shall we wait for calamity to strike again? Obedience is better than sacrifice. Let’s not wait for tragedy to take time to come before God. Let the Spirit bear witness, for many have prayed for revival. To whom much is given much is required. It’s time for the Jericho wall to drop. This can be a revival to renew our minds and hearts if we come before God. We all have a purpose. We all are called. When: Sunday, May 13, 9 P.M.

Where: The Reade field

Why: To give praise to the Lord and to thank him for our lives. We also want to pray for the safe departure of fac- ulty, staff and students.

Features May 11, 2007 Page 4 'Spider-ManA&E 3' battles the bad acting within By Josh Porter Sandman proved particu- A&E Editor larly impressive, elevating computer animation from Immediately after seeing a necessity to an art form. “Spider-Man 3,” I went to my Venom also looked great, but dorm and watched “Batman I thought he could have been Begins.” I just wanted to re- much more frightening. member what a great super- The film also incorporates hero movie looked like. some impressive new charac- The expectations for “Spi- ters that are worth mention- der-Man 3” have been enor- ing. Bryce Dallas Howard mous. The first two films (“Lady in the Water”) is fan- started one of the most suc- tastic as Gwen Stacy – almost cessful film franchises in his- too fantastic. Her character tory, grossing a combined $1.6 competes with Mary Jane for billion worldwide. The third the heart of Peter Parker, and installment ventured to push frankly, Stacy would have the series even further with been an upgrade. three super-villains (includ- Topher Grace (“That 70s ing Venom, a fan favorite) Show”) was an uncharacter- and a running time of nearly istically good casting choice two hours and 30 minutes. as Eddie Brock/Venom. His Sadly, the film falls short of character is essentially Peter the quality and emotion of Parker if he had given in to the first two films, especially the symbiote. It’s a complex Photo courtesy of rottentomatoes.com “Spider-Man 2.” "Spider-man 3" was released last Friday in 4,252 American theaters, the highest amount in history. The film received a PG-13 rating for character, and Grace fleshes Need proof that Tobey Ma- sequences of intense action violence. him out better than expect- guire should never have been ed with so little screen time. cast as Spider-Man/Peter alters his personality until as an actress also show much from Spider-Man and bonds Venom storyline. Plus, he delivers some great Parker? “Spider-Man 3” is all he becomes an arrogant and more clearly in this film. At with Eddie Brock, Parker’s Harry Osborn completes one-liners. the proof you’ll need. Magu- vengeful alter-ego. this point, it’s obvious she’s rival photographer. Venom his transformation into the Raimi had the makings of ire clearly shows his inability This metamorphosis could just going through the mo- is one of the most sinister new Goblin in “Spider-Man greatness with “Spider-Man to develop a believable char- have been compelling and tions. Her character, Mary and compelling villains from 3,” and he is by far the most 3.” However, poor cast- acter. He may have been ad- disturbing, but Director Sam Jane Watson, is supposed the comics and also one of interesting and dynamic vil- ing choices in Maguire and equate in the first two films, Raimi chose to go a different to be Parker’s true love and the most popular. He should lain. Granted, his character Dunst came back to bite him but the “innocent nerd with route – goofy and ridiculous. the one who compels him have been the entire focus of has experience in two other in this film, and three villains a heart o’ gold” act is getting Here Maguire also falls short: to abandon the symbiote. “Spider-Man 4,” not a third movies to draw from. Still, he are just too many. old, hence the addition of the No part of Parker’s transfor- Instead, she’s dead weight. of the focus of “3.” is the only believable charac- “Spider-man 3” made $375 Venom storyline. mation is believable. Instead Viewers never fall in love Sandman, a crook named ter, and he perfectly illustrates million last weekend, and “Spider-Man 3” brings one of becoming more and more with her character, thus mak- Flint Marko who develops the film’s theme of vengeance Sony has confirmed three of the comics’ most com- evil, Maguire’s Parker be- ing Parker’s love for her seem the ability to become and con- versus forgiveness. more films. There’s plenty of pelling storylines to the big comes better at jazz dancing unnatural and awkward. trol sand, is also a complex The film’s visual effects potential left in the franchise. screen. The film centers on a while looking like a char- “Spider-Man 3” also has character who doesn’t get his sequences were incredible, Let’s hope they continue malevolent alien “symbiote” acter from “Grease.” It’s a at least one too many vil- due. His stealing-to-help-his- which comes as no surprise without Maguire and Dunst that attaches itself to Spider- dark and powerful storyline lains. The filmmakers made sick-daughter back story has considering its estimated and get lead actors who actu- Man, turning his suit black turned into a Broadway mu- the mistake of introducing some potential, but the film- budget of between $300 ally care. and enhancing his powers. sical number. Venom in the last 45 minutes, makers effectively abandon million and $500 million. But the symbiote also slowly Kirsten Dunst’s limitations when the symbiote detaches his exposition in favor of the Marko’s transformation into (Movie Rating: 6 out of 10) Josh Porter's 'High Five' to summer non-sequels

By Josh Porter Photos courtesy of rottentomatoes.com Photo courtesy of peter-noster.de A&E Editor

When was the last time you saw a kid who was content with just one cookie? American movie audienc- es have been very lucky to get a delicious cookie, like “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Pirates of the Caribbean” and – dare I say it – “Rush Hour,” every 1. Ratatouille 2. Transformers 3. Stardust 4. The Invasion 5. Fanboys now and then. As soon as everyone fig- It’s hard not to compare A trailer for this film came Continuing the tradition I could live without “Star But like a hungry 8-year- ures out how to pronounce this film to the disappoint- out of nowhere a few weeks of “War of the Worlds,” Wars.” I think all six films old boy, America is not it (rat-a-too-ee), this film will ing “TMNT.” However, ago. Until then, no one “The Invasion” is a mod- are poorly written and acted, content with just one. We get a lot of buzz. It’s the lat- “Transformers” has three seemed to know it was being ern remake of the classic and that George Lucas is a want to stuff our faces. And est computer animated film things going for it: First, it’s developed or filmed, despite 1956 science-fiction/hor- bumbling idiot. But it’s hard like an irresponsible parent, from Pixar, and it’s about a live-action and directed by its all-star cast (Robert ror film “Invasion of the to deny the hilarity of the Hollywood has gladly given rat named Remy – voiced well-established action direc- DeNiro, Michelle Pfeiffer, Ian Body Snatchers.” The story “Star Wars” fan base, and us seconds (and after this by comedian Patton Oswalt tor Michael Bay (“Bad Boys,” McKellen, Claire Danes). Still, involves an alien epidemic “Fanboys” ventures to cap- summer, thirds) from each of (“The King of Queens“) – “Armageddon”). Second, it from what little we know, it’s that attacks people and takes ture that magic in a comedy. these franchises. who lives in a hole in the stars Shia LaBeouf, one of got a lot of potential. It’s over their bodies while they The film takes place in 1999 This spoiling of the wall at a bistro in Paris. the most sought-after young about a young man named sleep. “War of the Worlds” and follows four Star Wars American moviegoer is Remy’s only wish is to be actors in the business. But Tristran who journeys into was an epic visual feast, but fans in their quest to watch unavoidable. The least I can a chef, but this goal is hin- most of all, it’s produced a magical realm to retrieve “The Invasion” looks to be “Star Wars: Episode I” before do is point out a few prom- dered by his family’s skepti- by Steven Spielberg, whose a fallen star for his beloved. a bit more accessible to gen- its theatrical release. William ising non-sequels and hope cism and the fact that he’s a vision gave us visually Hopefully “Stardust” will eral audiences. Plus, it stars Shatner, Star Wars actor cam- people take a bite. rodent. After the somewhat arresting films like “Jurassic give audiences a fresh take Nicole Kidman and Daniel eos and a showdown at a Consider it a parting gift disappointing “Cars,” audi- Park” and “Minority Report.” on fantasy, just in case July’s Craig (who will not be play- Trekkie convention all make from your favorite A&E edi- ences can expect a return to I welcome that robot inva- “Harry Potter and the Order ing James Bond in this film, appearances, and best of all, tor. The following are my Pixar’s usual goofy humor sion with open arms. of the Phoenix” disappoints. but we’ll forgive him). it looks really funny. top five summer 2007 non- and wildly inventive spirit. (Not yet rated, opening (Rated PG-13, opening (Not yet rated, opening (Not yet rated, opening sequels. You’re welcome. (Rated G, opening June 29) July 4.) Aug. 10) Aug. 17) Aug. 17) Honorable mention: “Knocked Up,” “Fido,” “September Dawn,” “The Simpsons Movie,” “Balls of Fury.” Don't Waste Your Money: “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer,” “DOA: Dead or Alive,” “Live Free or Die Hard,” “Daddy Day Camp,” “Rush Hour 3.” Arctic Monkeys show they can evolve End-of-the-year recap It's been quite a year for movies. Sure, the year has had By Brian Laing using the Internet. The band pressed the release date for- themes of The Strokes, ex- its ups and downs. We've seen our "Casino Royales," and Staff Writer performed a series of gigs in ward to Jan. 23. Despite this, ploring dysfunctional and we've seen our "Ghost Riders." 2003 and gave away demos. the band sold a record-break- immature relationships But like the shimmering ghost of Obi Wan Kenobi, I've The highly anticipated al- With the limited number of ing 363,735 copies in the U.K. (“Fluorescent Adolescent“), done my best to lead you away from the dark side and into bum by the U.K. band The CDs made available, fans within the first week. and still others critique the a world where film is the highest form of expression. Arctic Monkeys made its inevitably ripped them onto The Arctic Monkeys’ new- frivolous lifestyle so preva- And truthfully, I could never have done it without my way on to shelves April 23, computers and shared over est album rode in on the lent in the rock scene (“This mother's limitless support and encouragement. Love you but after the success of their the Internet. This combined coattails of “Whatever Peo- House Is A Circus“). Mom; happy Mother's Day. debut album “Whatever Peo- with a MySpace page pro- ple Say I Am,” selling over Overall the band fails to ple Say I Am That’s What I’m vided the publicity the band 250,000 its debut week. The jump the bar set with its last Snakes on a Plane ...... 7 Deja Vu ...... 7 Not,” it was no surprise that desired and kept it free from poppy, punchy melodies and album. On the other hand, Little Miss Sunshine ...... 9 The Fountain ...... 10 The Arctic Monkeys’ newest the restrictions a record label rhythms effectively distance comparing the two is really Invincible ...... 7 The Last King of Scotland .. 9.5 album, dubbed “Your Favor- would require. this album from the last. an apples and oranges situa- The Illusionist ...... 8 Pan's Labyrinth ...... 9 ite Worst Nightmare,” has In 2005, the band finally The band’s newest single, tion. The band skillfully pres- Jet Li's Fearless ...... 5 Smokin' Aces ...... 4 unfortunately fallen short of signed with Domino in the “Brianstorm,” addresses their ents two different sounds, The Departed ...... 9 Ghost Rider ...... 4.5 the band’s past innovation. U.K. and Epic in the U.S. former bassist Andy Nichol- both uniquely executed to The Prestige ...... 9 Letters From Iwo Jima ...... 7 The indie post-punk band “Whatever People Say I Am” son with lyrics like “So great the same caliber of quality. Flags of our Fathers ...... 7 Zodiac ...... 8 is unique to the music scene was intended for release on of you to bless us with your At the end of the day, one al- Flushed Away ...... 9 Amazing Grace ...... 8 because it is one of the few Jan. 30, 2006, but the Inter- effortlessness ... See you later bum just got a little more of Stranger Than Fiction ...... 9 Children of Men ...... 10 smashing successes to gener- net leaks ironically led to innovator.“ Other songs re- the U.K.’s “up-and-coming Casino Royale ...... 9 Blades of Glory ...... 7 ate a large following solely widespread sharing, which semble the style and lyrical band hype.” Bobby ...... 6 Disturbia ...... 6.5 Babel ...... 9.5 Night at the Museum ...... 8 A&E May 11, 2007 Page 5 OOnepini final owordnsletters to the editor but they sum up the last and most important mes- sage he gave to his disciples. The 'preeminence' of football The church he was starting would not be made up of By Jordan Zandi So what if our football to digress, as the point is not merous other deserving individual believers concen- team isn’t the best in the con- to attack individual players. academic departments and trating on their own personal Consider the counsel from ference? According to Tay- How else might our uni- programs on campus. For relationships with God, un- Aesop's Fables: “Beware lest lor’s mission statement, that versity distribute three-quar- example, imagine what the Amy Watkins Columnist concerned with the lives of you lose the substance by doesn’t seem to be one of our ters of a million dollars? First, Center for Research and In- others. The world would be grasping at the shadows.” goals, anyway. excelling at sports isn’t the novation could do with an What would you say if you able to distinguish Christian- Who would pay $775,882 Why should the football only way to earn scholarship extra six-digit figure in their knew your next words would ity from every other religion for a single victory? We team garner such funds money. Fortunately, academ- funds. be your last? A number of by the love that its members would. This is the “total ex- when there are over a dozen ic scholarships have been Within the past year, the choices come to mind: “Earn showed for each other. penses incurred” by the foot- other sports teams at Taylor improved since I entered CR&I has hosted a business this.” “Strike me down, and Other sayings in this ex- ball team according to the who are equally eligible and Taylor, but certain aspects of plan competition to fund I will become more powerful tended passage describe 2006 Student Right to Know hard-working? Not to men- the President’s and Dean’s entrepreneurs, sponsored than you can possibly imag- what is involved in this Reports, which can be found tion remotely successful. scholarships are lacking. “Making Literature,” the ine.” “Rosebud.” “Fly, you kind of love: “Now that I, at taylor.edu. Certainly it’s not because For example, a valedic- first undergraduate English fools!” “Blue! No, yellow…” your Lord and Teacher, have Our football team, after the football program has torian who scored a perfect conference at Taylor, and Movie quotes aside, I washed your feet, you also seasons of being notoriously higher-quality students or 1600 on the SAT (36 ACT) also helps to fund university think we all would want to should wash one another’s terrible, is still being given an players of better character. I would receive only a 50 per- research. I suppose football leave those closest to us with feet” (13:14). “Greater love incredibly large sum of mon- myself know plenty of foot- cent scholarship. Someone takes precedence over that? something truly important has no one than this, that ey. Scarily, this information is ball players, and I like sev- who scored even a 1400 (still To quote from Taylor’s – the most important thing, if he lay down his life for his now fairly outdated, and the eral of them, but for each in the 99th percentile) would home page, “Taylor Univer- possible. We would strive to friends” (15:13). “If you obey general buzz suggests that “champion in the classroom” receive only 30 percent tu- sity seeks to become one of utter some insightful phrase my commands, you will re- the program is to receive an or “champion in life” I know ition. There is little reason for the world’s premier Chris- that sums up everything. main in my love” (15:10). increase in funds in the fu- (to quote from the taylor.edu them to choose Taylor when tian universities of evan- Without the possibility of a Jesus had already given ture. Even as it stands, that’s football page), there are three they could study at an elite gelical faith.” Are we really? do-over, there’s a lot of pres- the command to “love your a lot of money, and I can’t whom I wouldn’t describe as Ivy League or Seven Sisters Right now, we seem to have sure on dying people not to neighbor as yourself” long help but question what good being in any way superior to College, not to mention a adopted a “do what it takes” wreck the moment. No one before this “new command” our university thinks that it other student athletes, to say state institution for free. mentality, not for faith and wants their last words to be, at the Last Supper. The key can bring. the least. However, allow me Secondly, there are nu- scholarship, but for football. “We should have bought the difference between the two green curtains.” seems to be in the target au- Jesus Christ was the only dience. Jesus gave this final A holistic perception of beauty person in history to know the message to the 12 disciples time and method of his death and to all of Christ’s follow- By Kaitlyn Dugan physical features if done in a Just recently, a female he is referencing is physically for his entire life. In addition, ers by extension. respectful manner, but I have friend and I conversed about attractive, one feels as though his earthly life was centered Here is the bottom line: This article is a response never met a woman who Sufjan Stevens’ song “The his comment encompasses a around giving the message Christianity cannot be lived to Marc Belcastro’s piece does not want to be consid- Dress Looks Nice on You.” holistic view of her beauty. of God to anyone who would in a vacuum. The church is entitled “Investigating how ered “hot.” Stevens sings, “I can see a lot When done in this manner, listen. You can bet he was a body with many parts, all to appropriately talk when (I personally find this word of life in you, and I think that physical comments are wel- well-prepared for what he of which are interdependent. talking about people,” from and all of it’s connotations to dress looks nice on you.” comed. I’d encourage more would say when the time of Christ doesn’t just suggest a female perspective. be degrading, but space pro- When I hear his words men (and women) to have his death arrived. that we love one another and Let’s face it: Women do not hibits me from delving into alongside the enchanting, a deeper understanding of While eating the Last Sup- look after the needs of our appreciate it when men com- that issue.) almost magical music, his what truly makes a woman per with his disciples, Christ fellow Christians; this is a ment about another woman’s I believe the reason most observation of her beauty is (and a man) beautiful. made a point of addressing direct command from God, body. Ironically, these same women do not approve of endearing and beautiful. Her If words about the physi- many of their questions and meant to define our relations women adore the idea of men talking about their bod- beauty, to him, is not separat- cal appearance of women concerns in a discourse that with each other. men finding them personally ies is due to the fact that it ed from her overall person. are done in such a respect- is recorded in John 13-16. Af- As I go through life, I attractive and do not mind is usually done in a vulgar It seems as though Stevens ful manner, while also taking ter washing the feet of those am often convicted by the when a male speaks directly manner. Rarely are such understands what makes a into consideration his or her present, Jesus gave these amount of love I don’t give about their bodies in a posi- comments respectful of the person truly beautiful is the qualities that transcend the words to the men he had to my brothers and sisters tive way. whole person and usually connection between their physical, I’d venture to say been training for three years: in Christ. All of us are inher- It could be said that fe- make women feel reduced to physical appearance and that any woman (or man) “A new command I give you: ently selfish, and the process males only approve of men the size of their breasts or the their metaphysical qualities. would invite such opinions. Love one another. As I have of sacrificing our time, en- highlighting their attractive shape of their hips. While I can bet that the girl loved you, so you must love ergy and pride for someone one another. By this all men who may be very unlovable The right to privacy will know that you are my doesn’t come naturally. But disciples, if you love one an- as Christians, we are called The Echo other” (John 13:34-35). to go above and beyond com- allotted for everyone Taylor University These may not have been mon courtesy and become Megan Baird Chrissie Thompson the very last words of Christ, agents of Christ’s love. By Joshua Case duct without intervention of Editor-in-Chief Associate Editor the government.” On the use of certain words Citizens are entitled to pri- In this case, our country Mia Wales Lauren Hartshorn vacy whether they are het- determined that every citi- News Editor Features Editor erosexual or homosexual. In zen is guaranteed the right and the avoidance of others Marc Belcastro Josh Porter the article “Do Unto Others” to privacy as founded on the Opinions Editor A&E Editor By Joseph Lee erage of 21 times over a five from the April 27 Echo, the principle of liberty — includ- minute period in conversa- statement was made that ho- ing homosexuals. Andrew Neel Leslie Leak I would like to preface this tion, or once approximately mosexuals “may be arrested Christians argue, among Sports Editor Associate News Editor letter by saying I am, to be every 14 seconds. for having consensual sex other things, that homosexu- Audrey English Timmy Huynh sure, in no way a master of Now, before you, like, get with an adult in their own ality is harmful and disrupts Advertising Manager Photographer taking data samples, nor do I your wing or, like, ultimate home.” This is not the truth, public life. The government’s have much experience of the disc squadron to hunt me and in the following words I view, however, is contrary to Lauren Birtles Ellen Koch field of statistics. down and, like, throw water offer my position. this belief. Copy Editor Photographer Recently, however, I have balloons at me, realize this: This act has been uncon- Homosexuals can be re- Donna Downs Jonathan Schelander made some observations I You (or your parents) are stitutional since 2003. In a stricted from certain occupa- Faculty Adviser Distribution Manager simply cannot ignore. paying close to what many landmark case, Lawrence tions on one specific condi- As many of you may have hardworking people earn in v. Texas, the U.S. Supreme tion, as ruled in Boy Scouts noticed, been annoyed by or one year to attend a univer- Court overturned Bowers v. of America v. Dale: The com- The mission of The Echo is to fairly and without bias represent thought about, the use of the sity. We take courses to de- Hardwick, which had ruled pany from which they seek the views of diverse voices on Taylor University’s campus and word “like” on this campus velop our writing and speak- that consensual sex between employment must explic- to be a vehicle of accurate and pertinent information to the stu- is pervasively prolific. ing skills so we don’t sound two adults in the home was itly state in their bylaws that dent body, faculty and staff. The Echo also aims to be a forum I would venture to guess as though we just came from not protected by the right to their philosophy would be that fosters healthy discussion about relevant issues, acting as that 95 percent the set of "The privacy under the due pro- violated by the lifestyle. a catalyst for change on our campus. of the time this It is the misuse . . . OC" or "Lagu- cess clause in accordance This is often the case with The Echo has been published weekly since 1915, except for word is used, it na Beach." with 14th Amendment. institutions including church- January term, exam week and school holidays and is a member is done so out that makes one It is the After receiving a tip that es, boys and girls clubs and of the Associated Collegiate Press and the Indiana Collegiate of context. look ignorant. misuse of this there was a weapons dis- the military. Press Association. ”Like” is a word, not the turbance, the police entered Besides this exception, con- The Echo is printed by The Palladium-Item in Richmond, comparative word, used to use of profanity or slang, that John Lawrence and Tyron stitutional law is impartial. Ind. Offices are located in the Rupp Communication Arts point out similarities and dif- makes one appear ignorant Garner’s apartment, where In Romer v. Evans, the court Building. ferences between objects or and incompetent. they observed the two men said no law can discriminate ideas that share particular The point is to show that engaging in consensual sex. solely against homosexuals. All letters, questions or comments may be addressed to: characteristics. we may think we are educat- The two were arrested I believe it is only a matter The Echo Take the following state- ed, elite, gifted or some other and convicted of violating a of time before the national 236 W. Reade Ave. ments to illustrate what I word for people who spend law that made the act illegal. government extends this pro- Upland, IN 46989-1001 mean: That cloud looks like a their time trying to better the They challenged the ruling, tection to other rights, such (765) 998-5359 Polar Pop; this music sounds world, but until we evidence stating that the law violated as adoption (already legal in [email protected] like The Fray; the plot of this it in our day-to-day conver- the equal protections and some states). © Taylor University 2007 movie is exactly like that of sation, it is insignificant. due process clauses. The law protects every “Garden State.“ This is not intended as a After deliberation, the Su- citizen of the United States, Phrases such as, “I feel personal attack on any partic- preme Court ruled in favor whether or not the individual like,” “I was, like, so tired ular people, but to spark dis- of Lawrence and Garner, is aligning his or her behavior today” and “I haven’t been cussion and thinking about overruling Bowers. with Christian standards. We Letters to the Editor to class in, like, two weeks” how we use the incredibly Justice Anthony Kennedy have Christian roots, but we are classic examples of the ill potent minds we have been stated: “The petitioners are are not a Christian nation. Letters to the Editor must be sent to [email protected] by 3 p.m. Wednesday and be no longer than 400 words. employment of this word. blessed with. entitled to respect for their (All sourced information ob- Due to volume, not all opinion articles received can be In fact, the data I have ac- I find that the more time I private lives ... Their right to tained from the written case printed. Opinions should be kept as concise as possible. cumulated demonstrates that spend around large groups liberty under the due process law of Lawrence v. Texas, Boy The Echo reserves the right to edit submissions for those of you I did observe of people here, the more I use clause gives them the full Scouts of America v. Dale and length and content. used the word “like” an av- the word. It bothers me. right to engage in their con- Romer v. Evans.) Opinions Sports May 11, 2007 Page 6 York wins again at NCCAA meet Men's team finishes sixth of 14, women place 10th of 13

By Anna Daniels qualifying time in the 400 Senior Amanda Jackson Staff Writer hurdles. He placed fourth in and freshman Andrea Els- 54.90 seconds. man cleared 10-6 in the pole Senior Lolly York captured “I was ecstatic with my vault to place fifth and sev- another first place finish at performance in the 400 in- enth, respectively. Elsman last weekend’s NCCAA Na- termediate hurdles this also placed seventh in the tional Championship hosted weekend. My times dropped triple jump. by Taylor. almost a full second this “My goal for the meet was York won the 10,000 meter weekend from my previous to compete well and to give run for the second weekend season best,” Voss said. “I’ve everything I had to my last in a row with a time of 36 been shooting to run under competition,” Jackson said. minutes, 33.47 seconds the provisional mark all year, “Placing fifth was a surprise, The men’s 4x400 team also and it was such a great feel- but all glory [goes] to God finished first to win NCCAA ing to finally do it.” and all credit for the knowl- All-American honors. The In the field events, junior edge of the necessary skills men’s track team placed sixth Drew Cowan placed third in to Coach [Ted] Bowers.” overall of 14 teams, while the the discus throw. Elsman was hoping to Lady Trojans placed 10th of “Going into Saturday I place slightly higher overall, 13 teams. was seeded second and was but was excited to end the The 4x400 team, comprised really looking to win,” Cow- season with a new personal of freshmen Dave Voss and an said. “I just didn’t get the record in both events. Brad Wetherell, sophomore results I would [have] liked. The 4x800 team of fresh- Ian Brown and junior Ryan The competition was great; men Tabitha Bogue, Alyssa Gregory, finished with a time these are some of the same Hartman and Alyssa John- of 3:19.70. guys that I will be facing ... at son, and junior Vanessa Fe- “The whole team was re- NAIA nationals, so it’s good reshetian placed eighth with ally excited to run our best to have competition against a time of 10:22.14. time of the year at our last quality guys.” “I thought we ran an aver- meet,” Voss said. “Going Sophomore Mark Beck- age race overall, and person- into the 4x4 on Saturday, we ford also finished third in the ally, I was hoping for a little knew there were some other triple jump. faster time,” Hartman said. good teams out there. Bethel “It has [rekindled] a fire “The competition was ex- is a real tough team and un- within me to do better next cellent and there were some fortunately, their anchor leg time,” Beckford said, al- very talented teams at the pulled up with a hamstring though he was not surprised [NCCAA] meet.” injury part-way into the first to finish in the top three. On Wednesday, Brown set curve, but it gave us the op- Other top finishers for the both a personal record and a portunity to win the race.” women's team included ju- Taylor record in the 200-me- Both Voss and Brown said nior Deb Best, who placed ter with a time of 21.65 at the that earning All-American fourth in the hammer throw, "last chance" meet in Cedar- honors was a great way to earning a personal record by ville, Ohio. end the season. over 20 feet with a distance Brown will compete at the “We have had six differ- of 134- 10. May 24-26 NAIA Track & ent men on our squad, and “I don’t think that I could Field Outdoor Champion- everyone has pulled their Photo by Timmy Huynh have asked for a better way ships in Fresno, Calif., with weight and then some,” (Clockwise from top left): Junior Ryan Gregory, freshman Brad Wetherell, sophomore Ian Brown to finish off the season,” York, Cowan, Voss and se- and freshman Dave Voss composed the first-place 4x400 meter relay team at the NCCAA meet. Brown said. “So the plaque Best said. “I just wanted to niors Mitch Jones and Elise may say 4x4, but we will al- Laing, also ran in the 4x100, “Our goal was to compete guys did a great job in put- throw well and consistently. Knapp. Athletes hoping to ways know there was six.” taking third place with a time and stay with the pack,” ting us into that position.” Ultimately, it was one of the qualify Friday include fresh- Brown, Voss and Wether- of 42.62 seconds, the team’s Brown said of the relay team Voss earned another honor most rewarding meets I have men Michael Pabody, Sam ell, along with senior Lamont fastest of the season. he anchored. “Those three as well: an NAIA provisional competed in.” Elmore and Tom Robertson. 'Consistent excellence': 2006-2007 Echo sports awards

earn NAIA All-American status. York will undoubtedly leave Coach of the year large, and fast, shoes to fill for future Lady Trojans. Katie Madden Tena Krause Suggesting the women’s basketball team’s appearance The success of any team must be attributed in large part in the Elite Eight can be attributed solely to any one player to the ability of the coach, and this holds true concerning the would be foolish, but it is also safe to say the tournament run women’s basketball team’s Elite Eight appearance. wouldn't have happened without the play of junior forward Coach Tena Krause united her team throughout the season Katie Madden. Madden led Taylor in scoring with 15.5 points despite playing in the Mid-Central Conference, the toughest per game and provided vital on-the-court leadership on her conference in NAIA Division II. That unity paid off at the na- way to earning a Third-Team All-American selection. tional tournament, where Taylor took teams by surprise with its defensive tenacity and offensive ingenuity. Male rookie of the year Male athletes of the year Daniel Cox

Ian Brown Sophomore transfer Daniel Cox took the term “sharp- shooter” to a whole new level this season with the men’s bas- Despite being a multi-sport athlete, sophomore Ian Brown ketball team. Cox led the Trojans in scoring with 15.7 points had enough energy left after football season to turn in 13 top- per game while shooting 39 percent from the 3-point line and three individual finishes in the 100-meter and 200 races and 89 percent from the free-throw line. contribute to six top-three relay finishes for the men’s track On numerous occasions, Cox drained 3-pointers from sev- team. Brown recently set a Taylor record in the 200 while eral feet behind the 3-point line. Cox also served as the de qualifying for the NAIA National Track & Field Outdoor facto go-to scorer for the Trojans in crunch time. File photo by Timmy Huynh Championships with a time of 21.65 seconds. Taylor junior Katie Madden drives past a Marian defender on Dec. 2 as her Lady Trojans teammates cheer her on from the Mitch Jones Female rookie of the year sideline. Taylor defeated Marian 83-68. The performance of senior pole-vaulter Mitch Jones in the Allison Sweeney 2007 track season can best be described as consistent excel- Team of the year lence. So far this season, Jones has had nine top-three finishes, Freshman Allison Sweeney may only have averaged 5.3 set a new Taylor indoor record (16 feet) and placed seventh at points per game for the Lady Trojans this season, but she Women's Basketball the NAIA Track & Field Indoor Championships. filled a role no freshman forward would envy: Katie Mad- Jones will compete in the pole vault at the outdoor cham- den's backup. Sweeney spelled Madden all season and pro- The Lady Trojans’ history-making run to the Elite Eight of pionships on May 24-26 in Fresno, Calif., and looks to add a vided much-needed scoring off the bench for Taylor. the NAIA Division II National Tournament began with the final accolade to an already impressive career. Sweeney also stepped up her game during the national entire team huddled around a computer in the apartment of tournament, where she averaged 10 points per game. seniors Jenny Dawes, Amanda Bond and Amber Bond. The players and coaches anxiously watched the online Female athletes of the year video as Dakota State won its conference tournament, pro- Performance of the year pelling Taylor into the national tournament. Two weeks later Lolly York the Lady Trojans returned to Upland from Sioux City, Iowa, Cox's 3-point Barrage as the first women’s basketball team in Taylor’s history to ad- To sum up senior Lolly York’s athletic career, I could list off vance to the quarterfinals of the national tournament. the litany of first-place finishes, national awards and record- In the men’s basketball team’s first home game of the year, The Lady Trojans also hold the distinction of being one of breaking times the senior runner has accumulated with both Cox gave the fans plenty to cheer about as he went eight of 14 the only teams that came close to knocking off the undefeated the women’s cross-country and track teams. from 3-point range and lit up the scoreboard for 34 points to NAIA champion Indiana Wesleyan Lady Wildcats, as Taylor The full impact of York's legacy, however, can best be ar- lead Taylor to an 86-70 victory over Andrews. fell to IWU by only five points twice in a span of one week ticulated in two words: making history. In 2005, York became Cox’s eight-trey performance was only one 3-pointer shy with both games taking place at IWU. the first female cross-country runner in Taylor's history to of the Trojans’ all-time record of nine, set in 1996. Sports