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THETHE VVOICEOICE OOFF VVANDERBILTANDERBILT SSINCEINCE 11888888 FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 • 119 TH YEAR, NO. 37 THE WALL Masala-SACE compiled by KRISTEN CHMIELEWSKI Students hit runway in style TODAY Lecture by the Rt. Rev. V. Gene to hold annual Robinson for annual fashion benefi t The Rt. Rev. V. Gene Robinson, Bishop of Holi celebration the Diocese of New Hampshire in the Lunch, colored-powder fight to mark Episcopal Church, will speak at Benton second-largest Indian holiday. Chapel at noon on his experience as the fi rst by SYDNEY WILMER openly gay bishop in Senior Reporter the Episcopal Church in his lecture titled Vanderbilt’s Southeast Asian Club Masala- “Ministry in the Eye of SACE will hold its annual Holi celebration the Storm.” from 1 to 4 p.m. on Wilson Lawn Saturday. Traditionally celebrated as the festival of TODAY, SATURDAY colors, it is considered the second largest & SUNDAY, APRIL Indian holiday. For Vanderbilt students, 13,14 & 15 however, it will look more like a “paint party,” Second annual said SACE Vice President Atur Sheth. conference on “It is a holiday that is celebrated in India,” politics, criticism said SACE offi cer freshman Neha Jeirath. “I and the arts am not really sure of the historical origins,” An interdisciplinary she said. “Not many people are.” conference on Th e afternoon will begin with a free lunch politics and the arts of pizza and mango juice. Following the will feature notable lunch at 2 pm., the “battle” will begin. speakers from across “Instead of paint, we use colored powder,” the country. The event Sheth said. “People will be running around begins Friday at 5 p.m. chasing each other with water and powder.” in Furman Hall, Room In addition to the paint, there will be a slip 111. It continues ’n slide. Saturday from 9:15 “Th ere is always enough powder to go a.m. to 5:45 p.m. and around,” Sheth said. “I hope people will Sunday from 10 a.m. come out. It doesn’t require any skill, and it to 2:30 p.m. in Buttrick is so inclusive. Anyone can join in. Usually Hall, Room 101. people see all the colors and check it out.” “Th is is a great way for us to share part of TODAY our culture with the rest of campus,” Jeirath Movie on the lawn said. “We can teach people about the Indian “Borat” and “Casino culture in a fun way.” Royale” will be shown “I think it sounds like a lot of fun,” said on Peabody Lawn. freshman Kristen Brozyna. “Th ere will be a The fi lms begin at 9 lot of paint involved. It sounds like a really p.m. and are free and interesting event.” open to all students, “As a freshman involved, I’ve heard really TYLER HAGEN / The Vanderbilt Hustler faculty, staff and good things about the event,” Jeirath said. “I Freshman Robin Vaum, a representative of Alpha Chi Omega sorority, models a sundress and cowboy boots at the Fashion for a Cause show, benefi ting Greater Nashville want to see what all of the hype is about.” ■ families. Affi liate Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The annual show was held Thursday night in the Student Life Center. SATURDAY, APRIL 14 Seminar on Kurdish Genocide in Iraq Amnesty International Habitat for Humanity concludes invites the public to promote awareness of the atrocities the Kurdish people Homelessness Awareness Week endured during the Anfal Campaign of 1988 through by HARISH KRISHNAMOORTHI Wednesday brought a Habitat speeches by Middle Asst News Editor fundraiser at Qdoba, where the East and Kurdish restaurant donated $1.50 to Habitat historian Michael Habitat for Humanity wrapped up for Humanity for every student who Gunter and Tennessee its Homelessness Awareness Week brought in the fl ier featured on the State University Th ursday, following a week full of organization’s Web site. Kurdish professor volunteer-based and educational Dhathri Chunduru, a spring Kirmanj Gundi. The events. break co-chair, said the week also seminar begins at 2 “We’ve defi nitely given the student highlighted other things Habitat for p.m. in Furman Hall, body a greater idea of homelessness Humanity does. Room 114. in Nashville and given them “Few people are aware that we do opportunities to help,” said Lucas more than just build,” Chunduru said. SATURDAY, APRIL 14 Deloach, publicity co-chair of Habitat “Th at’s going to be next year’s goal, to ‘The Appalachian for Humanity. build interest in the student body.” Celebration’ Th ursday brought the conclusion of Beyond that, Chunduru said she Blair’s Signature the week with the documentary “Dark thought the main goal of the week Series presents Days,” which follows 13 homeless — generating awareness — had been “The Appalachian people in everyday life. accomplished. Celebration,” “It just puts a face with the “Even if they haven’t come to the dedicated to the homeless,” Deloach said. events, people have seen the posters memory of the late Th e week began with a Penny War and the statistics,” Chunduru said. “It’s David Schnaufer, between Branscomb and Kissam an actual problem, even in Nashville, master of the dulcimer Quadrangles and a visit to children even more than just people you see and much-beloved of homeless families at Safe Haven on the street.” Blair faculty member, Family Shelter on Monday. Nicole Hames, also a spring break at 8 p.m. in Ingram Participants also learned about co-chair, said she thought involving Hall. homeownership problems in the other organizations was a good part TYLER HAGEN / The Vanderbilt Hustler homeless community on Tuesday. of the week. Paper cutouts shaped like children have hung draped on the trees outside Rand for the duration of Homelessness Awareness “Our housing simulation was probably “I like to bring in students from Week. Each fl ag represents 1,180 homeless children in the United States. Compiled by staff from various the most successful event,” Deloach said. diff erent organizations and teach a statistic, they have it available. It’s people to see how close it is to our sources. Check out http://calendar.vanderbilt.edu “Th ey have to see how diffi cult it is for them to take an interest in the a tool that they can use later and community.” ■ for more events. the homeless to buy a home.” homeless,” Hames said. “If they hear propagate that information. It allows 2 Friday, April 13, 2007 The Vanderbilt Hustler www.insidevandy.com

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Chinese, Japanese leaders claim closer ties despite rift over history, territory MASON HENSLEY / The Vanderbilt Hustler Strengthening a fragile detente, Japanese and Chinese Seniors Elizabeth Hubbard and Robert Cuff sign in at “Total Access,” a Career Center program geared toward jobs in advertising, PR and media. leaders meeting in Tokyo pledged Wednesday to work together on North Korea, energy development and the Few Showers, 61/51 environment, while defusing thorny disputes over history and territory. Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao is on the fi rst visit to Japan by Voting for 2007 young a Chinese leader in nearly seven years, building on a trip SATURDAY by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to Beijing last year to salvage seriously damaged ties. Th e two declared fi rm intentions to move forward on alumni trustee ends today rebuilding relations, signing agreements on energy and the environment and issuing a joint statement that laid out a Seniors Emilie Carroll, Jay Salato and Andrew Wilson series of issues for the countries to cooperate on. “We must build future-oriented and stable Japan-China remain eligible for election. relations,” Abe said at a banquet in Wen’s honor. “We want T-StormsT-Storms, 64/38 to expand our common interests through strengthening by CHRISTINA ENGLAND applicants and narrowed the list down to dialogue in various fi elds.” Senior Reporter three candidates,” she said. Wen said he expected his three-day visit to be a success. Barnes said the young alumni trustee SOURCE: AP SUNDAY Today is the last day to vote for the Class will serve on the Board of Trust to provide of 2007 young alumni trustee. insight on university life as a representative NATION Christina Barnes, student alumni of the recent graduating class. Prosecutors drop charges in Duke case programming coordinator, said voting “Th e young alumni trustee is a beyond- North Carolina’s top prosecutor dropped all charges is open to current juniors and seniors valuable position to the Board of Trust,” Wednesday against the three former Duke lacrosse players and 2006 graduates. Th e online election Barnes said. “Th ey are the voice of accused of sexually assaulting a stripper at a party, saying opened Monday and will close today. Vanderbilt students and young alumni, the athletes were innocent victims of a “tragic rush to Th e candidates up for election are bringing the heartbeat of campus and accuse” by an overreaching district attorney. seniors Emilie Carroll, Jay Salato and student issues to the Board of Trust. Th eirs MostlyMostly Cloudy, 56/37 “In the rush to condemn, a community and a state lost the Andrew Wilson. Th e chosen candidate will is the unique perspective of a recent ability to see clearly,” said North Carolina Attorney General serve a four-year term. graduate — one still closely connected VUPD CRIME LOG Th e fi nalists were either self-nominated to campus life, while embarking upon compiled by KRISTEN CHMIELEWSKI Roy Cooper in a damning assessment of Durham County District Attorney Mike Nifong’s handling of the sensational, or nominated by another student, Barnes the new adventure of life as a Vanderbilt There is no crime to report. racially charged case. said. alumnus.” Check out http://police.vanderbilt.edu/ Cooper, who took over the case in January after Nifong was “Th en the nominating committee, Vote online at www.vanderbilt.edu/ crimelog.htm for complete listings. charged with ethics violations that could get him disbarred, comprised of 20 juniors and representatives alumni/yatvote.htm before midnight ■ said his own investigation “led us to the conclusion that no of the Class of 2006, reviewed the tonight. 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Day of Climate by SYDNEY WILMER Clippard said she hopes the Osher Foundation learn just as much from them as they do from Senior Reporter grant will allow for more participants in the me.” Action program. “We are often told that the best part of the Retired Nashville attorney Don Bishop takes “We don’t know where we are going to put the classes are not the lectures but the questions a full course load at Vanderbilt just like any money or really what we are going to do with it, the students ask,” Clippard said. Event aims to cut college student. but we are so excited,” Clippard said. Judge said students such as Bishop, who has carbon emissions and As a student enrolled in the Retirement Clippard said the only stipulation articulated taken classes at Vanderbilt for two years, are Learning program at Vanderbilt this semester, in the award is that the program be expanded “models of lifetime learners.” increase awareness of Bishop takes literature classes with 35 fellow in some way. “I’m here taking classes because they are climate change. retirees Thursdays at the John Seigenthaler First While the lifelong learning program is interesting, it’s something to do and it’s Amendment Center. not college, Bishop said, it is not like other exercise,” Bishop said. “Mental exercise is just by RACHEL SINAIKO The university’s lifelong learning retirement programs. as important as physical exercise.” Contributing Reporter opportunities for older adults will expand as a “We don’t get grades, we don’t have “I hope undergraduate students know result of a $100,000 grant recently received from homework, and if we skip class it is not big deal,” that when they walk across that stage at Students Promoting The Bernard Osher Foundation. As part of the he said. “It’s not like going back to school.” Commencement and shake Chancellor Gee’s Environmental Awareness agreement with the foundation, Retirement It is, however, inherently “academic,” said hand they know that their education isn’t and Recycling and Trees Learning at Vanderbilt will be renamed the Divinity School Registrar Victor Judge. “This over,” Judge said. “The posture of student is for Tennessee will co- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt is a Vanderbilt class, and that is how it is one of the most import postures a person can sponsor the National University. conducted.” have.” Day of Climate Action The program, housed under Community, “A lot of retirement programs focus on Both Judge and Clippard said the program at Centennial Park Neighborhood and Government Relations in the subjects like personal finance, photography gives involved seniors a chance to socialize. Saturday. Division of Public Affairs, offers six-week terms and ballroom dancing,” Clippard said. “That’s “One senior told me that before she started The event, which aims of non-credit classes during the fall, winter and not what we are doing with this program.” taking classes here, she didn’t leave her to raise awareness of spring, along with a one-week summer term. Judge said while there is little pressure within house at all,” Clippard said. “She told me she global warming and If the program is selected for further the classroom, the resulting discussions are was a hermit. She said that when she started carbon emission, is a funding, “it could result in a multimillion incredibly meaningful. coming here it changed her life. When I part of the national Step dollar endowment,” said Retirement Learning “The students are exceptional,” he said. “They heard that, I knew — I can go home satisfied it Up 2007 campaign. On Coordinator Norma Clippard. are drawing upon a lifetime of experience. I now.” ■ Saturday, “actions” across every state will take place in an effort to encourage Congress to reduce carbon emissions by 80 percent by the year 2050. Students sell baked goods to Activities will start at 2 p.m. and continue through 7 p.m. in the band shell area of the park. The event will include a speech by benefit Blair music fraternity Albert Bates, author of “Climate in Crisis,” and musical performances by The Bluff and The Watermelons. David Childs, the organizer for this action, said he is optimistic about the movement. “The nationwide campaign has been phenomenal; they thought they would be lucky to get 100 rallies,” Childs said. There are now more than 1,300 events scheduled to take place across the nation on Saturday. According to SPEAR President Jenny Magill, global warming and carbon emissions are critical issues at the moment. “This is a national issue which affects all of us,” Magill said. “It is crucially important to get individuals to understand that each of our actions has a definite effect on global warming.” The secondary agenda of the National Day of Climate Action is to educate the public on ways to decrease environmental impact. Both Childs and Magill advocate making slight changes in everyday life to reduce global warming. “Many do not LAUREN FONDRIEST / The Vanderbilt Hustler Seniors Abigail Wilensky and Anna Caravella, along with members of Sigma Alpha Iota, the university’s music fraternity, hold a bake sale at the Blair School of Music Thursday afternoon. understand how we can collectively make a difference through small changes such as turning down the heat on the hot water filter, driving a Music business graduates far hybrid or buying green units from the electric company,” Childs said. Expected turnout for the outnumber Music Row jobs event is over 1,000. Childs said he expects the impact Associated Press Music Group Nashville, which Vanderbilt University graduate, who coordinates the recording from the nationwide takes on about 12 interns each put in his time as an intern at industry program’s internships. rallies to be significant. semester, only two or three the Country Music Association; ‘’Our students come in already “Eventually Congress NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Soon- entry-level positions open and Kathy Mattea took on early savvy to the fact that this is an is going to have to do to-be college graduates are each year, usually for jobs as work at the Country Music Hall insider’s world,’’ Macy said. something,” Childs enjoying a healthier entry-level receptionists or in the mailroom. of Fame and Museum. Mark Ahlberg, 21, who is said. “If there is enough job market, but Nashville’s Capitol Records Nashville has Those stars may be the graduating from Belmont this action taking place, the music business graduates about six interns each semester, exception, however. year, has worked two separate government will take wanting a spot on Music Row but has hired only one of those ‘’You pretty much live with internships at the Christian label notice.” don’t quite see it that way. in the past four years to a full- a moratorium on hiring. And Gotee Records in Franklin and The Step it Up 2007 About 500 music business time job. that’s how it is for everybody one at Showdown Management campaign was created in graduates from Belmont But even the most menial on Music Row,’’ said Connie in Nashville. He hasn’t yet January of this year by a and Middle Tennessee jobs, some of which pay as little Bradley, senior vice president found a full-time job for after small group in Vermont State University will soon as $12,000 a year, can lead to for Nashville’s office of ASCAP, graduation. with the mission of be competing for jobs and bigger and better things in an an organization that handles Ahlberg said two of the most pushing Congress to “step internships. industry that relies heavily on songwriter and publisher popular employers among it up” and cut carbon It’s unclear exactly how many networking and relationships. royalties. his fellow music business emissions. Through entry-level music industry jobs Singer and Belmont alumna When a full-time position grads have nothing to do with an entirely grassroots there might be in any given year, Julie Roberts was an assistant to does come along on Music Row, entertainment: Starbucks and campaign, the Step it Up but the number generally is not Universal Nashville Chairman candidates should have either Costco, which have the unusual team has assisted in the high. Luke Lewis when he first heard an internship or previous work distinction of paying a decent organization of Saturday’s At one of the biggest record her demo tape and then signed experience on their resume, said wage and providing health and National Day of Climate companies in town, Universal her to the label; Dierks Bentley, a Amy Macy, a professor at MTSU retirement benefits. ■ Action events. ■ 4 Friday, April 13, 2007 The Vanderbilt Hustler www.insidevandy.com OPINIONOPINION THE OUR VIEW LETTER VANDERBILT HUSTLER Environmental concerns must play Wilt ignores Editorial Board Republican GLENNA DEROY a larger role in American politics Editor-in-Chief When discussing the environmentally muscular.” As necessary to make our society more ALLISON SMITH environmental movement with quickly as technology develops and sustainable, and this means both discussions News Editor the Council on Foreign Relations, as many benefits as it promises, it taking chances on new technologies Arnold Schwarzenegger described is unlikely a huge energy-draining as well as ending the waste of valuable CEAF LEWIS a truth so fundamental and obvious SUV will ever be the environment’s resources on popular yet ultimately with Syria Opinion Editor it has been missed almost entirely: greatest friend. At some point, unworkable boondoggles such as “You have to make it mainstream. drivers will have to cut back on ethanol production. Meanwhile, the To the Editor: JARRED AMATO You have to make it sexy. You their energy use, and the easiest best thing the individual can do is to The right-wing smear campaign Sports Editor have to make it attractive so that way to do so is to drive smaller conserve like crazy and buy energy against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and everyone wants to participate.” No vehicles. More fuel-efficient cars from green sources. It may be more her recent trip to Syria has already been DARCY NEWELL matter how convinced an activist that produce less pollution are expensive in the short term, but widely discredited, but that apparently Life Editor may be of the essential truth and great; it would be wonderful if more early adopters of technology are did not stop Michael Wilt from piling NICOLE FLOYD moral goodness of his cause, he will drivers would adopt the technology the consumers who spur industrial it on in his Wednesday column. The Focus Editor have a hard time garnering support and spur progress. Yet, barring the development. right’s charge that Pelosi undermined without appealing to at least some discovery of free energy, even the To his credit, Schwarzenegger President Bush’s policy on Syria when mainstream tastes and values. most remarkable technological has worked to ameliorate the she met with Syrian President Bashir STAFF Schwarzenegger continued, developments in the realm of fuel environmental situation. America’s Assad contradicts reports that Pelosi in however, with a less obviously efficiency merely dent the problem leaders can and should go farther. fact reinforced the president’s stance News Editor Allison Smith correct statement: “We don’t have rather than fix it. In short, greener Else, as “The Governator” warns, toward Syria. Additionally, Rep. Nick to take away the cars from the vehicles are a necessary step, but “You will become a political Rahall (D-W.Va.), who accompanied Asst. News Editors Eve Attermann people. . . . Instead, what we have to they are not enough. penguin on a smaller and smaller Pelosi on the trip, said on C-SPAN this Kristen Chmielewski do is make those muscle cars and What, then, should be done? Our ice floe, drifting out to sea. Goodbye, week that State Department officials Harish Krishnamoorthi those SUVs and those Hummers leaders must display the political will my little friend.” attended every meeting during the trip. Opinion Editor Wilt and the rest of the right-wing Ceaf Lewis media also criticize Pelosi on the basis Sports Editor that she talked to “America’s enemies.” Jarred Amato But conservatives, including Wilt, have systematically ignored the fact that a Life Editor Darcy Newell Republican congressional delegation also visited Syria earlier this month, Asst. Life Editor Debra Lewis instead directing their ire exclusively Cappi Williamson at the democratic speaker. Republican Congressman Frank Wolf defended his Focus Editor Nicole Floyd own trip to Syria, saying, “I don’t care what the administration says on this. Asst. Focus Editor Sydney Wilmer You gotta do what you think is in the best interest of your country.” Comments like Technology Editor Wolf’s have gone largely unreported and Jon Ahlbin have helped conservatives in the media Supervising Copy Editors frame the Syria trip as a democratic Sara Gast Elizabeth Middlebrooks blunder. Doubtlessly, Wilt can come up with Copy Editors a thousand tortured explanations for Emily Agostino Medora Brown why it was wrong for Pelosi to talk Cory Cox to a foreign leader while it’s OK for Ashley Evans Republicans to do so, but in any case Garrett Faulkner it is disingenuous to fulminate against Jessica Pack the democratic leader while providing Amy Roebuck Martiez Sanders an inaccurate and selective account of her trip to Syria. Senior Reporters Christina England Will Gibbons Michael Maio Sydney Wilmer Editor, Orbis InsideVandy Director Don Wright—MCT Anne Malinee InsideVandy Multimedia LETTER LETTER Editors Ben Gotow Chris Thompson Pelosi engages in Individuals bear total Marketing Director George Fischer Advertising Manager diplomatic visits rather responsibility for David Fotouhi Advertising Staff Angela Booker than saber rattling Justin Gonzales faith’s requirements Emily Lineberger To the Editor: America won’t talk to them they To the Editor: rabbi competent to pass judgment InsideVandy Marketing I would like to provide Michael will magically stop supporting In the April 11 issue of The Hustler on these matters, for Passover. At Sarah Baker Wilt (“Pelosi follows political road terror. And not only that, but Iran (“Religious topics require more the same time, the standard White Adie Willey James Zhao fraught with error,” April 11) with will also change their terrorist research”), Galen White expressed holds is stricter than that of some a different point of view on the ways because of the “example” set her unhappiness at discovering Jews: In particular, the leadership Art Director subject of Nancy Pelosi’s trip to by America. Think about this idea. she had violated the regulations of of the Reform movement, among Matt Radford Syria. While he is too busy toeing When has this ever worked? Does the Jewish holiday of Passover by others, has permitted consumption Designers the Republican Party line, perhaps this make any sense at all? No. eating the peanut butter offered of peanut butter on Passover. Cassie Edwards Laura Kim he should consider the actual The only outcome to which this on the Passover table in Rand. This diversity of Jewish practice Hunter Kinsella value of this diplomatic visit. lack of communication can lead While I understand her frustration means that, especially in a Elizabeth Middlebrooks Yes, the government of Syria and is more bloodshed. The Syrians and her feeling Vanderbilt has community such as ours, each Jew Katie Quille other countries in the region are and the Iranians are not going to betrayed her, she omits a number must understand the standard that obvious supporters of terrorism. give in simply because America of important points. he or she wishes to meet and must VSC Photo Manager Mason Hensley But refusing to speak directly to won’t speak to them. Unless we The American Jewish community be prepared to ask questions when our enemies will not remedy the plan to start another war (which encompasses a broad range of something appears to challenge Asst Photo Managers situation. The U.S. government doesn’t seem out of the question standards of what constitutes that standard. If one’s standard is to Mark Beneke Lauren Fondriest had many communications with for Bush), the only way even to observing Passover. White is in eat “kosher-for-Passover” foods in the Russians during the Cold begin solving the problem of state- the camp that deems appropriate what is, essentially, a “not kosher- Senior Photographers Tyler Hagen War, and this was invaluable in sponsored terrorism is to engage for Passover any foods that do for-Passover” establishment, they Kelly Hocutt avoiding direct military combat in diplomacy. By doing this, we can not contain specifically forbidden must ask a lot of questions in order or nuclear war. Why should we attack the source of the problem items, primarily grains and not to wind up in the situation in VSC Director Chris Carroll not do the same with Syria and rather than the symptoms. legumes, the category in which which White found herself. Iran? How does it help if the U.S. Since George Bush and the peanuts fall. Thus, she is willing to There is an alternative. White did Asst. VSC Director Jeff Breaux completely ignores these enemy Republicans insist on acting like eat foods prepared in a facility that not mention — and perhaps did governments? Wilt would have stubborn little children, somebody is not kosher, according to Jewish not know about — the vniversity- Asst. VSC Director you believe that it would teach has got to step up. Pelosi has begun traditionalists, since the food sponsored, fully certified Paige Clancy the Syrians a lesson and because Please see GREENE, page 5 prepared there is not certified by a Please see AVERY-PECK, page 5

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(615) 322-8742 (615) 421-7515 www.insidevandy.com The Vanderbilt Hustler Friday, April 13, 2007 5 COLUMN GREENE: Speaker cannot impede ‘Speaking out’ does not excuse scaremongering nonexistent diplomatic work From GREENE, page 4 TIM BOYD of cable news pundits, talk-radio hosts, Columnist Internet bloggers, newspaper columnists repairing ties with the Middle East I fail to see how Pelosi has “impeded and Congressmen). Thus, Burchard asserts, through diplomacy, whereas Bush would the work of the State Department” when An unhealthy interest in the minutiae the “wide gap between public opinion and rather park more troops in the region. She there has been no diplomatic work done of political history can, on occasion, be a published opinion” remains. did end up bungling a message from Ehud in regards to Syria. And she certainly blessing. Should one find oneself competing The second step is to imply a reluctant Olmert’s Israeli government to Syria, but isn’t usurping the “popular authority,” as in Final Jeopardy and the question happens willingness to be a martyr for one’s views. this has caused little political fallout in can be seen by Bush’s miserable opinion to be “He is the only U.S. president to be sworn Powell, after relating the story of his white the region; I see this as a nonissue. The polls. Pelosi seeks to get to the root of the into office by his father,” it would be very constituent telling him he wanted to leave the visit was praised not only by Syria but by problem, and it cannot be reached through satisfying to be able to write with complete country because “in 15 or 20 years’ time the Saudi Arabia, a key player in the Middle lack of communication and eventual war. confidence “Who is Calvin Coolidge?” These black man will have the whip hand over the East power structure, as well. Also, the Bush is a lame-duck president, and if he rare occasions apart, however, such an white man,” said he could not conscionably Iraq Study Group’s report on the Middle is going to sit back and do nothing then obsessive interest is more likely to generate a ignore such views, even if others would tell East situation recommends “strenuous, it is time the Democrats had a chance at certain amount of self-pity, as you realize just him he was stirring up trouble. Equally, diplomatic negotiations with all the diplomacy. how little possessing such information adds Burchard spoke of a general conservative parties mentioned.” This is yet another to your street cred. unwillingness to “rock the boat,” but example of Bush failing to listen to anyone Grainger Greene It was this latter sensation that I experienced suggested if no one did, everything people but himself. Senior, Engineering while reading Chad Burchard’s column on hold dear “will be swept away.” Monday (“Those unwilling to speak betray Having established one’s credentials as a their principles,” April 9). Burchard finished representative of an (imagined) persecuted his piece with a quotation from a man he minority and emphasized that only the dire acknowledged as “far greater” than Burchard nature of the situation has caused one to AVERY-PECK: Vanderbilt works to himself: “to see and not to speak, that would “speak out,” it is a natural transition to the be the great betrayal.” That quote set little third and most troubling stage of a demagogic bells of recognition ringing in my memory, argument, the claim that if one is not listened accommodate religious practice and sure enough, it turned out to be from to, then the demise of civilization as we know the very source I had suspected — Enoch it is at hand. Powell described Britain as “a From AVERY-PECK, page 4 Powell. nation busily engaged in heaping up its own It could not be held against even the funeral pyre”; Burchard, despite describing kosher-for-Passover meal plan offered beliefs with the Vanderbilt culture have most well informed Vanderbilt student if the natural conservative mindset as being for all eight days of Passover at the been more successful than I could they had never heard of either Powell or “cautious,” nonetheless possesses “total Ben Schulman Center for Jewish Life. have imagined. I believe the university the 1968 speech from which the quote is certainty” that if his views on immigration Students must sign up for this program is working to assure the comfort of taken. In Britain, however, that speech is not are not adopted, America will “eventually through Hillel prior to the holiday, and students of all faiths. But, whatever the only infamous in itself, it will also forever become a place in which most of us aren’t on behalf of the student board of Hillel, university does, each individual must be be associated with Powell’s name. Often going to want to live.” I apologize to White and any other held responsible for knowing what his referred to as the “Rivers of Blood” speech, Once again, I should stress that while I students who somehow did not receive or her own practice requires. it was used by Powell to launch an elegantly think Powell is an unsuitable person to wish our mailing about the program, in which phrased but racially charged attack on non- to emulate, I am not equating Burchard’s 200 students participated. Gabrielle Avery-Peck white immigration into the U.K. and a bill column with Powell’s views nor am I In my two semesters at Vanderbilt Freshman, A&S being debated in Parliament that sought intending this to be one of the “scathing my experiences balancing my religious to ban racial discrimination in housing, replies” that apparently appeared every time employment and public services. Powell he offered his views in print. warned that if immigration were allowed to It is important, however, that when people continue and the Race Relations Act passed, speak out, they do so responsibly. Sometimes, the country would be overrun by grinning we are reluctant to face a threat that is indeed “Even if they say ‘Vanderbilt’ on them, windbreaker pants are not black “picanninies,” white people would no looming. The most-cited example would acceptable or fashionable.” longer feel comfortable living in Britain and probably be Germany in the 1930s, but one there would be a race war (hence Powell’s could also point to the misunderstanding of reference to Virgil’s prophet seeing “the river the dangers of al-Qaida prior to Sept. 11. “Whoever thought restricting off-campus housing next year would be a Tiber foaming with much blood”). Too often, however, the exaggerated good idea was obviously either an econ or an HOD major.” As fascinating a historical moment as fears inspired by such people as Powell, Powell’s speech was, simply identifying it as lead to a dangerous over-reaction. Such the source of a quote in a Hustler opinion was most recently the case with the talk of “So does this mean I have to live in Vandy/Barnard again next year?” column would not be reason enough to write weapons of mass destruction in 2002, but it a response. It is, however, interesting that goes back a lot longer than that. Threats of Burchard should choose this quote to finish imminent race war in particular have long What is on your mind? The Rant “Why do meteorologists suck so bad at forecasting even a few hours an article in which he argues that people served this role, from justifying the secession is your place to anonymously ahead? If only we could all be so lucky as to have a job where zero have a responsibility to speak out when they of the Confederate states in 1861 to the sound off on any issue you accountability is the norm.” see something in society they disagree with. establishment of segregation against blacks want. Send in your rants with By itself, this is a perfectly reasonable point, in the South and Asians in the West; from but it is problematic that both the tone of the removal of Native Americans in the U.S. the subject “Rant” to: “Despite the actual topic of his article, Justin Poythress managed to the column and the decision to reference to the maintenance of apartheid in South [email protected] attack a fellow columnist in a bizarre and disappointing manner. I Powell’s racist diatribe as the manifestation of Africa. this kind of “speaking out” are wavering close Burchard is therefore right to argue that thought I was supposed to be reading about food, not an off-topic rant to the line between calling for reasonable just because certain views make people about Michael Wilt. That’s what ‘The Rant’ is for! And can someone tell discussion and justifying scaremongering. “uncomfortable” is not a reason they should me how discussions of on-campus food are ‘far more valuable’ than After all, the claim to be simply “speaking not be discussed. However, we should out” on principle is frequently the defense forever remain cautious when we are told discussions of drug use and abuse on this campus?” of the demagogue rather than a genuine that desperate crisis looms if desperate attempt to engage debate. In Powell’s case it measures are not taken, especially on the “It is such BS that frats like ATO get put on probation for ‘two weeks due certainly was, and while Burchard’s column question of immigration. The arguments for is by no means as malevolent as the “Rivers the devastating impact of immigration that to violations of the university alcohol policy’ while a certain sorority of Blood” speech, there are echoes in it of a Burchard makes are not new in 2007, and is on probation for the entire semester because of the actions of just similar style of argument, especially in terms they were not new when Powell made them a couple members. So unfair!!! Greek Life sure does NOT hold frats of how it addresses immigration. in 1968. They have been used time and again This form of “speaking out” generally but have served little purpose except to turn accountable when compared to sororities, which get punishments for progresses through three stages. The first discussion of a complex issue into arguments much lesser violations.” step is to present yourself as the voice of based on fear and mutual suspicion. If we the people who are not being heard. Powell allow ourselves to adopt this fear-induced opened his 1968 speech with the claim that mindset when addressing the question of “Now that Kurt Vonnegut’s gone, where will pretentious cynical hipsters he was willing to talk about things that others immigration, that, not our silence, would turn for advice?” were ignoring; likewise, Burchard speaks of truly be “the great betrayal.” how his views received the support of people in private, but that otherwise, his fellow —Tim Boyd is a graduate student in the “Apple sucks.” conservatives rarely made their voices heard history department. Compiled by Ceaf Lewis in public (with the obvious minor exceptions

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Baseball Macias scores on wild pitch in bottom of ninth as Vandy wins 7-6. No. 1 Vanderbilt at Kentucky by PETE MADDEN to the plate with another chance to Friday-Sunday Sports Reporter play the hero. The Commodores Luck took the bat right out of (30-5, 7-5 SEC), who The Comeback Commodores were Flaherty’s hands, however, as Testa survived a scare on at it again Wednesday night. delivered a ball in the dirt that Wednesday against Davis Macias scored on a wild slipped past the catcher, allowing Belmont, travel to pitch in the bottom of the ninth Macias to scamper home with the Lexington to face inning to lift No. 1 Vanderbilt past game-winning run. Kentucky (25-7-1, 5- Belmont 7-6 at Hawkins Field in its “You need luck every so often,” 6-1 SEC). The teams 17th come-from-behind victory of Corbin said. “If we had some luck have contrasting the season. the other day, we might have won. styles — Vanderbilt “It’s all about confidence,” said But it wasn’t lucky that we had relies on its pitching, coach Tim Corbin. “They expect to three guys on base.” while Kentucky’s win.” Cody Crowell and Stephen Shao strength is its offense. After shortstop Ryan Flaherty both pitched effectively in relief, David Price takes tied the game at four with an RBI and closer Casey Weathers recorded the mound tonight single in the sixth, Belmont’s Ben the final out in the ninth to pick up against Chris Rusin Petsch launched a two-run home his sixth win of the season. (5:30 p.m.), Mike run off Cameron Betourne, in relief “The team told Weathers that Minor gets the nod of struggling starter Brett Jacobson, there was no way he was going back Saturday (5:30 p.m.) in the seventh to put the Bruins to the mound,” Corbin said. and Nick Christiani ahead 6-4. Macias led the offensive attack throws Sunday Right fielder Dominic de la Osa with three hits on the day, while (noon). Expect coach started the Commodore rally in de la Osa, Giobbi and Meingasner Tim Corbin’s squad the eighth with a single to center. each added two of their own. to come away with Flaherty advanced de la Osa to Embracing an aggressive its first sweep of the second, and catcher Andrew Giobbi approach while maintaining team conference season. delivered an RBI triple off the left- composure, the Commodores have Prediction: Vandy field wall to bring the Commodores invented ways to win even when sweep within one, 6-5. they are not playing their best The very next batter, left fielder baseball. Bowling Matt Meingasner, ripped a single “I thought we were off pitching, NCAA Championships to left, scoring Giobbi and tying the and I thought we were off hitting,” Friday-Saturday game at six. Corbin said. “But even though we The Commodores “We won at the end, but to tie it were off, we still came up with a teamed up to bowl up in the eighth was the key,” said win. We definitely need games like a perfect game on Corbin, whose squad (30-5, 7-5 that.” Thursday en route Southeastern Conference) is still The Commodores hope to carry to earning the unbeaten in non-league games. some of this momentum into the No. 3 seed in the “We were able to put two runs up weekend as they prepare for their double-elimination on the board when it was crucial. upcoming road contest against No. tournament today. Meingasner has been pretty clutch. 19 Kentucky. The top two teams That was a big hit.” The Wildcats (25-7-1, 5-6-1 SEC) will advance to finals After the Bruins failed to score, will be looking to rebound from Saturday, aired on Macias doubled down the right- a disappointing midweek loss ESPNU. Can the field line to lead off the bottom of to intrastate rival Louisville on Commodores capture the ninth. Wednesday. the school’s first A well-placed sacrifice bunt by Kentucky seniors Mike Brown national title? We’re second baseman Alex Feinberg and Sean Coughlin anchor one of MASON HENSLEY / The Vanderbilt Hustler about to find out. moved Macias to third, and the nation’s best lineups. Brown Junior David Macias scored on a wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth as Vanderbilt rallied to defeat Belmont 7-6 Wednesday at Hawkins Field. The Commodores improved to 23-0 in non-league games with the victory. Prediction: Vandy wins Feinberg reached safely as the boasts a team-high .425 batting title second baseman mishandled the average while Coughlin leads the our strength is pitching. We feel Kentucky’s powerful bats in the throw to first. league with 49 RBIs. like their strength is offense. We’ll series opener on Friday night, Women’s Soccer Belmont’s Carlo Testa issued an “We know what Kentucky is, and see how it matches up.” while freshman Mike Minor and Vanderbilt vs. intentional walk to de la Osa to load we’ve got a good feeling about Junior ace David Price will test sophomore Nick Christiani fill out Belmont the bases, and Flaherty stepped up them,” Corbin said. “We feel like his perfect 6-0 record against the weekend rotation.■ Tonight 7 p.m. The Vanderbilt women’s soccer team will host Belmont VANDERBILT HUSTLER: Obviously you were pumped of us, but all we can worry about for now is tonight at the friday to get the victory on Wednesday. In all honesty getting better. Vanderbilt Football though, there must have been a part of you that conversation VH: How did playing in the prestigious Cape Cod Stadium. There will wanted to win the game yourself. League over the summer help your game? be free admission, RYAN FLAHERTY: It was funny. I was joking around RF: You play seven nights a week, you hit with so come out with Macias, saying he should’ve stayed (on RYAN FLAHERTY a wooden bat and guys are in throwing in and support the third), but whatever, we won the the mid-to-low 90s most of the time. It’s a Commodores. Ryan Flaherty was ready to be the hero when he stepped game, so that’s all that matters. challenge, and I think it definitely prepares you to the plate with the bases loaded, nobody out and the It would’ve been cool to hit for a college season. Women’s Golf winning run on third. However, he never got the chance, in that situation — bases Saturday as Belmont threw a wild pitch, allowing David Macias to loaded, nobody out, winning VH: Game on the line, who’s the one pitcher you 12:30 p.m. race in from third. After the game, Vanderbilt’s shortstop run on third. don’t want to see on the mound? Vanderbilt Legends and No. 3 hitter took some time to talk to The RF: Probably David Price or Casey Weathers. Club Vanderbilt Hustler about a number VH: What is it about this team The sixth- of topics, including his nickname that, no matter what the situation, VH: Good answer. Do you get to face them in “Flash” and playing in the you guys think you’re going to pull it practice? Cape Cod League last out? RF: Oh yeah. Neither are fun to hit off of. RF: It seems like it’s been a reoccurrence summer. VH: What is the best stadium you’ve played in? this year. I think this year we have a lot RF: Minute Maid Park in Houston — that was of confidence in ourselves, and when ranked pretty awesome and playing down at Arkansas we get down, we don’t lose any faith women’s golf team last week, too. hosts a triangular in ourselves. VH: Given your at-bat music, it seems as though event with Belmont VH: You must be pleased to you’re a big fan of “The Departed.” and Kentucky at head into Lexington on a RF: Yeah, it’s an Irish song from Boston, and I’m Vanderbilt Legends positive note. from near there. Club in Franklin. RF: Yeah, that would’ve Sophomore Jacqui been a tough one to throw VH: Who’s got the best intro song on the team? Concolino is also away. I don’t think we played RF: I’d have to go with Jonathan White. ranked sixth our best, but we got out of there with a win. nationally and has VH: How did you get the nickname “Flash”? the potential to VH: What is the key going into the series with RF: I got it when I was 11 years old. One of my be a first team All- Kentucky? baseball coaches gave it to me. I was flashy, American this season. RF: The last two weekends we’ve won the first I guess, so he gave me the nickname, and it’s two and had a chance to seal the deal and stuck ever since. get the sweep and haven’t been able to do Men’s Tennis VH: What’s the hardest play that you as a shortstop it, so, as long as we play hard and play our Vanderbilt vs. have to make? game, then we’ll be fine. Kentucky RF: Probably a ball up the middle (that) I have to Saturday VH: After having such an impressive freshman turn around and spin on, but at the same time, 2 p.m. campaign, have you noticed a difference in how it’s the most fun play to make. Currey Tennis Center pitchers are going after you? VH: A lot of infielders practice throwing different The Commodores RF: I might be seeing more curve balls and off- pitches during warm-ups. Have you been working (9-11, 3-7 SEC), who speed stuff, but for the most part, baseball’s still on anything? are coming off a 5-2 baseball. victory over South RF: That’s a secret, but I can throw a little bit of Carolina, play their VH: What has been your most memorable college knuckleball. experience so far? final home match of VH: So, if you had to go in and pitch an inning, RF: Going to the SEC Tournament last the season Saturday that’s what you’d throw to get people out? year was pretty cool. I don’t think against the Wildcats. RF: I’m not sure what I’d throw. All I know is that we’ve experienced what we want to I’d probably get hit pretty hard. ■ experience yet, and I hope that’s ahead www.insidevandy.com The Vanderbilt Hustler Friday, April 13, 2007 7

COLUMN No second guessing for Corbin’s squad

MAX FRANKLIN .300 with timely run producing in their chances to start Sports Reporter this season. Meanwhile, outfielders Matt Meingasner, Ryan Davis Wednesday’s 7-6 victory over Belmont was just and Jonathan White all have higher batting averages another game for the 2007 Vanderbilt baseball team. The when not starting games — meaning the players have Commodores are no strangers to winning in thrilling made the most of their chances to substitute into games, fashion, having won multiple games this season in the especially when pinch hitting. eighth inning or later. The relationship between the players and the coaching Much of their success stems from the decisions made staff helps fuel the Dores’ success in late, game-changing by coach Tim Corbin, who seems to have a knack for situations. putting his players in positions to succeed. “I just tell them that it is not a personal thing if you get “I like our depth because it breeds competitiveness pinch hit for, it’s just what the situation calls for at that within the whole team,” Corbin said. “When you start time to help the team,” Corbin said. “They may be pinch building depth then nobody can really take an off-day hit for one time, but I may be pinch hitting them for in practice, because they know if they do then there’s someone else next time, so it’s not about self, it’s about someone right behind who has a chance to step up in the situation and we’re going to do the best we can, and front of them. I think we’ve got that this year, and at so far it’s come up pretty good for us.” several positions.” Whether sending Davis up as a pinch hitter at South Coming into the season, the Dores’ depth in the Carolina or an injured Dominic de la Osa against Austin outfield and bullpen was looked at as a strength of the Peay, having closer Casey Weathers pitch over four team. But from the plethora of solid players comes a lack innings for a win or just a single pitch, the entire team of space in the lineup, an issue that becomes apparent has rewarded Corbin’s confidence in them with clutch when so many players are performing at a high level. performances. “It’s tough, but you have to be ready every single day,” “More than anything I just tell them that even though said backup catcher Andrew Giobbi. “I have to be ready it might not feel like you’ve got a chance to play, you for an injury where I’d have to step right in, or a ninth have to expect that at some point in the game your card inning, tie game, pinch-hit at bat. It can be a little bit might be called,” Corbin said. “You’ve just got to have the frustrating, but I know I’m going to find my way back into expectation that you’re going to come up and get a big the lineup, and if not, I’ll just be a good teammate. You hit. We keep it fun for the most part, and we keep them can not be starting and still be a big part of the team.” on edge and ready to play, and my expectations are high Giobbi is one of a few players who has been in the mix at — I don’t like to see them defeated. Every minute I want the designated hitter this season, even putting together them to win.” a 10-game hitting streak early in the Southeastern Their coach’s intense personality has further translated Conference season. Despite not having recently garnered to the players as the season has progressed, and each the at bats he earned earlier this year, the freshman has one of them is now just as confident as he is that they stayed positive and, along with the rest of the team, will win every game in which they play. certainly respects the moves that Corbin makes. The attitude that Corbin instills in his team is one “As a bench we feel that Corbin’s choices are absolutely of the primary reasons for their success, and one of the right decisions,” Giobbi said. “We haven’t lost a non- many reasons that top players have begun to flock to conference game yet, and his decisions are based on Vanderbilt. not only percentages but gut feelings. If it happens to be “The main thing that sticks out about (Corbin) is all me, then great, and if not, then I wish good luck to that his knowledge about baseball, but more importantly it’s guy. You just do what he asks you to do and give it 110 him as a person,” Giobbi said. “He’s helped me more as a percent.” person than he has as a player, which says a tremendous There is no doubt that Corbin’s decisions have paid amount about him as a coach.” MASON HENSLEY / The Vanderbilt Hustler dividends for the Dores this year. Young players Kurt Who wouldn’t want to come up big for a coach like Vanderbilt coach Tim Corbin seems to have a knack for putting players like redshirt freshman Lipton, Brian Harris and Giobbi have all hit well above that? ■ Andrew Giobbi in positions to succeed. The Commodores take on Kentucky this weekend. Bowlers show glimpes of perfection Davis receives HUSTLER STAFF REPORT them in order for the last ball to be in its first game this morning. The honor for service important,” she reasoned. “We were tournament uses a double-elimination While the tournament officially gets just trying to stay loose during the system with a Baker game (rotating) HUSTLER STAFF REPORT going today, the Vanderbilt women’s game. In fact, before the game we said format. bowling team couldn’t resist getting we would call each strike by a different Earnest led Vanderbilt during the Freshman cross country runner Thomas Davis into the record books on Thursday. adjective and said we would need 12 team-game qualifying, placing sixth, was recently honored for his academic excellence, The Commodores registered just the adjectives — and we did.” while Grygiel was right behind in leadership abilities and community service at second perfect Baker game in NCAA Coach John Williamson wasn’t seventh position. Vanderbilt’s Magnolia Awards Banquet. Women’s Bowling Tournament history shocked by the game. Since the tournament is in a Baker Davis has logged over 120 volunteer hours since his Thursday en route to earning the No. “We had been gaining momentum format, the individual standings do arrival on campus in the fall of 2006. He volunteers at 3 seed in today’s double-elimination during the afternoon,” he said, noting not factor into tournament other Baptist Hospital and is a Spanish medical interpreter at competition. that prior to this game his squad had than an indication of how players Siloam Family Health Center. Michelle Peloquin, Kaitlin Reynolds, bested its season high Baker series total performed. While thriving in Vanderbilt’s challenging academic Karen Grygiel, Mandy Keily and by 51 pins. “We got some breaks in that In the day’s first team game, Earnest atmosphere and taking advantage of service anchor Josie Earnest combined to 300 game, but when you have a perfect led the way with a 257 that included opportunities, Davis also is one of the top runners on throw the 300 game, 12 strikes in a game you usually do need to catch a six straight strikes. Grygiel was also the cross country squad. During the 2006 season, Davis row, drawing a standing ovation from break. I was pleased all afternoon with strong with a 235, and Peloquin broke was the third runner in Vanderbilt’s leading trio, along the crowd at the Brunswick Wekiva our consistency and nearly flawless 200 with a 214. with standouts Austin Williamson and Austin Weaver. Lanes near Orlando, Fla. execution of our spare conversions.” In the second team game, the Dores Davis earned his first top Commodore finish at the “It was the most nervous and most Gyrgiel, who bowled the third and received a big boost from Grygiel, who Blue Ridge Invitational, posting a 25:32 on the 8K exciting moment I’ve had in bowling,” eighth frames on the 300 effort, also began with eight consecutive strikes course. In only his second race with the Vanderbilt said Keily, who rolled the fourth and noted any pressure came from trying en route to a 262 game. Kane improved track club, Davis qualified for the U.S. Junior National ninth frames. “I had a 300 game five to please her teammates. from an opening 182 to a 225, and Championships, running 3:57 in the 1500m event. years ago, and this was much more “We were trying to have fun, to stay Earnest recovered from two open The Freshman John T. and Lizzie Allen McGill Award nerve-wracking because in the ninth I loose,” Grygiel said. “We were all frames to start the game to hit 202. In Davis received is granted yearly to a student who not knew I had eight teammates and two making good shots and playing off game three, VU stayed consistent with only has stellar academic habits but also possesses coaches behind me, and I wanted it each other. I felt a little pressure by a 1,007. leadership abilities and kindness for others. for them and our school. When I let the eighth frame because I wanted to In the second Baker game, the “Thomas is a guy who’s focused, humble and has the ball go my hand was shaking, but have it for our team.” Commodores rolled an 1,156 total — really got things in order,” said Vanderbilt coach Steven it felt good all the way.” The big game helped jump the 51 pins better than their season high. Keith. “There are certainly many areas that he excels in. Earnest, who closed out the 300 with Commodores from a fifth place spot “We didn’t miss a single makeable I’m sure he’ll have bright future in any or all of them.” three solid strikes, also felt some heat. during the day’s intermission into spare in those five games,” Williamson The cross country team will wrap up spring “I wasn’t so nervous on the first third in the official bracket. Vanderbilt said, “and we only had three open competition on April 20 and 21 at the Vanderbilt two balls because I knew I had to get will face sixth-seeded Sacred Heart frames the entire game.” ■ Invitational. ■ Thrift wins weekly award

MASON HENSLEY / The Vanderbilt Hustler Vanderbilt senior Kendall Thrift was named the American Lacrosse Conference Player of the Week. She scored the game-winner against Johns Hopkins and notched three goals and three assists against New Hampshire. “It’s great to see Kendall playing the best lacrosse of her career in her senior season,” said coach Cathy Swezey. Vanderbilt (8-4) plays Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday. 8 Friday, April 13, 2007 The Vanderbilt Hustler www.insidevandy.com LIFELIFE INDEX The Week Ahead This week, New York City invades Nashville — all the indies, b-boys and rockers are calling Mercy by KATIE DEPAOLA Lounge home. You WITH Advice Columnist need some variety My roommate though, so there’s VINNIE Q: and I are best a dash of Exit/In for friends, and we have this good measure. “what’s mine is yours” FRIDAY 4/13 ROCK policy when it comes Life staff writer Keith Levy talks with Vinnie Rock, of the famed ’90s to our stuff — jewelry, rap group Naughty By Nature. The trio (Rock, Treach and DJ Kay clothes, shoes, every- thing. This usually works Gee) made their debut in 1991 and maintained their success into the out really well, but ev- 2000s. Rock discusses why he’s pumped for Rites of Spring, what he ery now and then there’s It’s Friday the 13th, but don’t worry; tough thinks about hip-hop today and why he’s still down with O.P.P. stuff I just don’t want to Brooklyn band Antibalas share. I don’t want to (whose name means hurt her feelings, but “bulletproof” in Spanish) Vanderbilt Hustler: What made you guys want to play at Rites of Spring? how can I put a limit on will watch out for you Vinnie Rock: Basically we tour for a living, so this off er came up, and we took it. We do a what we borrow? tonight from the stage at lot of colleges and universities, but this sounds like it’s going to be quite, quite nice, Mercy Lounge. Tickets are $15, and the show starts you know. My buddy’s a basketball fan, and I UNDERSTAND YOU GUYS Straight up, you’re at 9:30 p.m. A: lucky you have this MADE IT TO THE SWEET 16 and lost a couple of weeks ago. I was like, type of friend (and room- SATURDAY 4/14 “Wow, had they gone on, we’d really be in full festival!” But we’ll celebrate the eff ort mate!) in the fi rst place. I Another Brooklyn anyway. know it’s hard to say cer- staple, TV on the Radio, tain things to our closest plays their punk- friends, but you really infused electronica at VH: Well I’m sure you guys had some pretty wild parties to celebrate at back in the day. have to be honest with the Cannery Ballroom VR: Oh yeah, well we defi nitely didn’t miss out on the partying, but I’ll tell you what, her about your situation. Plus, if you truly have a tonight. Again, tickets are we’re hired a lot of times by frat houses, and those guys are out of control! I don’t $15, but the show starts share-anything, say-any- at 9 p.m. remember exactly which college, but we went to one college and I mean, IT thing friendship, a little WAS REALLY “ANIMAL HOUSE” THERE. These guys — I was like, one-on-one shouldn’t SUNDAY 4/15 cause too many problems. “Would someone clean up in this place! You guys are out of control with this one!” By Sunday, the Mercy Trust me, even if you guys Lounge is becoming don’t share absolutely ev- home, and Melissa Ferick VH: I wasn’t really aware you guys normally perform for a lot of colleges. Is that the type erything, you can still be may as well be your best friends. of crowd you’re used to, or are you used to a more urban crowd? fi ercely funny and all-too- When you fi nally have bold relative. Tickets are VR: We were defi nitely blessed in our career, just out of the box having two back-to- the “what’s-mine-is- $10 at the door, and the back huge singles — “O.P.P.” and “Hip-Hop Hooray” — on our fi rst two albums. So, yours-except-blank” talk, show starts at 9 p.m. let her know you love we had THAT MTV CROWD, we’ve always had a crossover crowd, and we’ve having your open sharing MONDAY 4/16 always played to a crossover audience. Hip-hop music is a predominantly urban policy, and overall, you music and culture — but it has crossed over. So even in our post-career, we’re not don’t want the situation to change. Remember putting out as many records as frequently, but we defi nitely keep a decent, diverse you can compromise on audience, and I like it like that. clothes without compro- mising your friendship. Also, remind your friend VH: Yeah, and one of the main things critics say about NBN is that you were unique in the situation works both that you had big crossover singles but never lost your street credibility. Does that ways. Make sure she still hold true? knows that if there’s any- Just set up camp at Mercy thing she’d rather keep to Lounge because you VR: We are from the streets, and we are from the hood, but when we created music, herself, she can tell you should head back there we based it on performing, because when we started, we started performing and straight up. Whether it’s tonight to see troubadour competing with other artists. So I guess we did that for four or fi ve years before we brand new, really expen- Andrew Bird. He has an sive or just really cool, arsenal of instruments actually got a record deal, so once we started recording, WE TOOK IT OUT tell her that you’d rather that includes the violin OF THE CLUBS INTO THE STUDIO; we kind of took that with us. We had know now than make the and glockenspiel and to make records based on the stage, and it kind of all translated. They ended up be- mistake of borrowing her a vocal style that has favorite jeans and having been compared to Jeff ing fun records, crowd-participating records, and that’s what worked for us. her worry all night about Buckley and Thom Yorke. you getting down on the The versatile singer- VH: Nobody else in hip-hop today is really making music like you were back then. How dance fl oor and ripping songwriter plays at 9 them. p.m.; tickets are $15. do you feel about the hip-hop scene today, and is there anyone who you really The most important like? part is making sure you’re TUESDAY 4/17 VR: It’s evolved into God-knows-what now, but I respect guys like Common, guys both OK with the situa- The New York City band tion. It sounds like you that won the coveted like Nas and Jay-Z — more my peers. Talib Kweli — a lot of guys that like to keep and your roommate are indie prize — Pitchfork substance to the music, substance to the culture. IT’S NOT ABOUT THE pretty much on the same Media’s “Best New Music” BLING, THE MONEY OR THE GIRLS. A lot of the younger artists today page, which is good, be- commendation — Clap cause not all friends are Your Hands Say Yeah — I don’t believe they really respect the culture or the foundation of the music. I as willing to share. My will play at the Cannery don’t think today you have a lot of records that stick — records that have legs for point is that some people Ballroon tonight. See a decade-plus. These records, they’re just disposable records like Jay-Z calls them. are just weird about their what all the fuss is about personal stuff , and you at 9 p.m., but be sure to They’re hot for the few weeks that they’re out, and you forget about them. It’s 2007 do have to respect that have $20 with you — this right now; if you dug into the records that were hits in 2003, you’d be like, “Damn, I because the alternative one’s a hot ticket. forgot that record came out then!” because there’s not much substance to it. — going around and tak- WEDNESDAY 4/18 ing whatever you want from whomever you want VH: Those records that you guys made back in the ’90s certainly do stick. Does it bother — isn’t going to get you you that most of the crowd only knows you from songs like “O.P.P.” and “Hip-Hop anywhere. Figure out a system that Hooray,” or do you like playing the crowd-pleasers? works for both of you, VR: I defi nitely like the crowd-pleasing songs, and personally I haven’t been recording and don’t be afraid to set Mix masters Tapes as much. Treach (NBN’s other MC) has been recording more. And I like what I like some clear guidelines. If you break it, you pay. ‘n Tapes bring their — the formula we had. We always mixed it up. Throughout the album you would literature-infused remixes If you spill, you wash. If get diff erent cuts and more street records or something that had something to do of classic songs to (guess you rip, you sew. As long where!) the Mercy with some kind of social consciousness. And that’s what I prefer. as you respect each oth- Lounge tonight. The er’s stuff and don’t take Tapes start rolling around Grandma’s vintage pearls, VH: One last question for you, Vinnie: Are you still down with O.P.P., or have you moved 9 p.m. for a small fee of you’re pretty much good $12. on a little bit? to go! Either way, don’t let VR: Well, I’ve kind of moved on a little bit. You know, I’m a little more mature now, and THURSDAY 4/19 someone walk all over Take a breather — no that was something from high school. I KIND OF GOT MY HEART BRO- you — not even your best more Mercy Lounge. KEN, so I was like, “Forget it — I’m down with O.P.P.” But it’s still a fun thing, and I’ll friend. If she’s taking your stuff but won’t let you Relax, rejuvenate and always be down with O.P.P. to an extent. But sometimes you got to grow up as well. go see your classmates touch hers, do yourself a perform in Battle of the favor and just say no. Bands to get ready for Rites of Spring! www.insidevandy.com The Vanderbilt Hustler Friday, April 13, 2007 9 ‘A Weekend in the City’ provides Each week the Hustler staff vacation from the mundane will weigh in on a certain Bloc Party’s sophomore album proves to be one of 2007’s best releases. subject pertaining to arts and by CHRIS GEARING meaningful tracks. Its lyrical and philosophical dialogue Life Staff Writer on the modern 20-something life of urban chaos and entertainment. This week, confusion will not only delight your ears but may staff ers and students choose Whoever coined the term “sophomore slump” has even tug on your heart strings. The lyrical sensitivity not heard “A Weekend in the City” by London-based and intimacy of tracks like “I Still Remember” conjure their favorite Nashville restau- Bloc Party. This new-age, alternative band made its images of a lover’s nostalgia over past affairs, while rant. debut a few years ago with its surprisingly popular “Sunday,” with drumming reminiscent of a heartbeat, “Silent Alarm,” discusses new featuring hits like GLENNA DEROY JARRED AMATO love after a night Editor-in-Chief Sports Editor “Banquet” and of drunken fun “Helicopter.” and intimacy. SatCo Wendy’s However, the This album’s band failed to sophisticated ALLISON SMITH DARCY NEWELL deliver anything prose on the unique and News Editor Life Editor modern 20- Tin Angel Cabana instead followed s o m e t h i n g the path of other “dazed and European rock c o n f u s e d ” CEAF LEWIS SARA GAST artists such lifestyle may be Opinion Editor Supervising Copy Editor as The Killers, what keeps you Demos’ Bluebird Cafe creating a sound listening to “A that hearkened Weekend in the back to the City” for months British punk to come. movement. This album With what the is one of the band describes most ambitious as “endless BLOC PARTY yet accessible touring” until compilations KATHLEEN FLANIGAN ALIX JAMES early 2006, they have finally found their unique voice I’ve heard in years. Its lofty ideas, difficult realizations and have delivered an outstanding and laudable album and intimate discussions are all arranged to some truly Freshman Senior that is one of the best of early 2007. beautiful music with a decided European flair (such Cafe Coco Tin Angel This aptly named album may indeed remind you of as the work of Snow Patrol or the newest Killers album a weekend in the city with everything from the pulsing “Sam’s Town”). The important thing is to give this album JANELLE STOKES MIKE CHAVEZ and frenzied beats of Friday nights to the gentler a chance to work its magic. Bloc Party is definitely a Freshman Senior and softer melodies of Sunday mornings. The album different kind of music with a unique sound that will starts on a high note with the energetic “Song for Clay most likely not make an appearance at this weekend’s Sunset Grill Jim ‘n Nick’s (Disappear Here)” and then keeps your attention with frat party. Yet, its ultimate rewards and lessons are well the frenetic and memorable “Hunting For Witches,” worth the perseverance. The bottom line — I can’t say which recreates the energy, neon and mystery of a enough good things about this album if you give it the Friday night spent clubbing. You may even find yourself chance. Buy it, listen to it, love it. ■ Next week, staff ers will choose the band dancing to its infectious rhythm. However, after this album grabs you, its real message they are most looking forward to see- takes hold with its later emotionally appealing and RATING: ing at Rites of Spring. Readers are also invited to weigh in by e-mailing the Life editor at [email protected] Interested in writing about music? Movies? 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If you are looking for something more than just your run- made up of crisp mixed greens and fresh tomatoes topped expect your meal to be a quick in-and-out process; our of-the-mill, everyday meal, then the Melting Pot’s fondue with walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese and wonderful raspberry Melting Pot dining experience took over two hours. dining experience is sure to satisfy your hunger for this black walnut vinaigrette dressing. So the next time you are looking for a more exciting change of pace. For the entree, we decided on the Fondue Feast. Th is and interactive dining experience than the usual Sunset Th e entrance to the restaurant is unassuming — a small entree comes with ahi tuna, vannamei shrimp, teriyaki or Cabana, or you just really need your chocolate fi x, awning crammed between the various bars and loud music sirloin, tenderloin, panang chicken and pot stickers — all come settle into Th e Melting Pot for a few hours and try of Second Avenue in downtown Nashville. When you walk cooked to your liking in the hot fondue oil or broth at your something new. ■ through the doors, a fl ight of stairs descends down into the table. A plethora of sauces came with the meats, and even cavern-like space of the restaurant. Th e gray stone walls are though the options were a little overwhelming, I managed The Melting Pot reminiscent of being in a wine cellar (the Melting Pot does to try everything at least once. Address: 166 2nd Ave. N have an extensive wine list), and the dim lights provide the After all this food, I thought I could not eat another bite Phone: (615) 742-4970 perfect atmosphere to enjoy from your deep plush seats. — that is, until the waiter returned with a dessert menu If you have never dined at a fondue restaurant, the menu enticing enough to tempt even the most engorged of Dinner Hours Monday - Thursday: 4:30 - 10 p.m. may appear daunting at fi rst, but the very helpful and customers. With eight chocolate fondue concoctions to Friday - Saturday: 3 - 11 p.m. charismatic wait staff can guide you through the process choose from, the possibilities for delight are endless. We Sunday: 3 - 10 p.m. of ordering. If you are dining with two or more people, the went with the simple yet classic Bailey’s Irish Cream Dream: best deal for your money is the “Big Night Out” dinner. milk chocolate swirled with tasty Irish cream. We quickly After Hours It is pretty expensive — $78 per couple — but was more devoured the dipping platter of fresh fruit, marshmallows, Just Cheese & Chocolate Menu than enough food to share between three people. Th is is a brownies, pound cake and cheesecake squares. In the end, Sunday - Thursday: 10 - 10:30 p.m. traditional three-course fondue dinner with salads. we were left uncomfortably full but completely satisfi ed. Friday - Saturday 11 - 11:30 p.m. Th e fi rst course consists of your choice of cheese fondue When split three ways, our “Big Night Out” became much with bread, fruits and vegetables for dipping. I decided on more reasonably priced and a great deal for the money. Reservations recommended. the Wisconsin trio cheese fondue consisting of fontina, Th e Melting Pot also off ers options for individual entrees —See a map of the restaurants reviewed in The Hustler, and write your own reviews on: butterkase and buttermilk bleu cheeses, with white wine, or just cheese or chocolate fondue. Overall, the food was fresh scallions and a hint of sherry (all mixed and melted very good, and the service was excellent — the wait staff right at the burner in the middle of your table.) answered all of my questions while explaining the fondue Next our salads were brought out. I had a California salad process and never let my water glass go empty. Just don’t Timbaland’s latest eff ort, ‘Shock Value,’ proves to be a mixed bag Album’s random assortment provides mild entertainment, but this isn’t one for true rap fans.

by MICHAEL YOUNG often forget who’s running the show. Th e one good Life Staff Writer song based on Timbaland’s vocals, the unfortunately titled “Kill Yourself,” doesn’t even contain one of his Timbaland’s album “Shock Value” is mediocre signature strong beats, and the chorus is just plain but not for the reasons you would think. awful and almost ruins the song. It’s not like Timbaland is some A-list, amazing But with so many tracks (17 in all) and such a musician who just happened to be recording on a range of artists, it’s inevitable that there are a few bad day. No, Timbaland shouldn’t even be thought decent songs. Th e aforementioned “Give It to Me” of as a performer; his reputation has been entirely is clearly the best, with “Bounce” following it for built on his production abilities. As such, his CD the traditional hip-hop crowd. “Th row It On Me,” is packed with guest artists and his trademark featuring Th e Hive, is very similar to “SexyBack,” but addictive beats, but there’s zero substance and no it’s diff erent enough to validate its spot on a rock- reason to listen to any of these songs more than a pop playlist. “Apologize,” featuring One Republic, few times. comes at the end of the album and is a slow song Still, the eff ort Timbaland has put into this album with drawn out, uplifting vocals. It’s completely makes sense. After helping turn so many other unexpected and sounds nothing like what you’d artists into superstars (Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake and expect from Timbaland, but maybe that’s why it’s Nelly Furtado to name a few), it’s understandable so enjoyable. that he’d want his share of the limelight. Th e Even with these fi ve decent tracks, it’s hard to problem is that all those other artists have a hook, recommend “Shock Value” to true hip-hop fans a special charisma that fans latch on to. Timbaland because most of the good content doesn’t sound doesn’t, and that’s probably the reason he has been anything like Timbaland’s usual music. Instead, behind the scenes for so long. the collection of seemingly random collaborations Th e album’s fi rst single, “Give It to Me,” crosses so many genre borders that it’s diffi cult to demonstrates this problem perfectly. When I heard think of a demographic to which this CD could be this song on the radio, I immediately assumed it intelligently marketed. was “Say It Right.” Seriously, listen to one and then Th e best option for casual listeners with only a the other, and you’ll hear almost exactly the same slight interest in Timbaland would be to skim the beat. Th en add the fact that Furtado is featured track selection on iTunes and pick the ones that go in “Give It to Me” (she does nearly all the vocals), along with your own musical tastes. Th e diversity and Timbaland’s name might as well not even be of sound insures you’ll fi nd a couple songs you attached to the project. enjoy, but it also makes a full purchase seem like Most songs on the CD fall into this odd role-reversal overkill. ■ scenario. With such a variety of talent — Furtado, Timberlake, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Fall Out Boy, She Wants Revenge, Missy Elliott and even Elton John — you RATING: TIMBALAND ‘Disturbia’ ruins the neighborhood Voyeuristic tale plays on thriller cliches, ultimately disappoints. by CHRIS GEARING simultaneously occurs while the same guy is watching his suburban neighbors’ depravity. Asst Life Editor He then hatches a scheme to catch them in the act! Sounds easy, right? Instead of the whimsical boardroom pitch above, this sloppy eff ort to remake the classic Th e suburbs tend to be one of two things in modern cinema: an idealized utopia of “Rear Window” is disappointing and, to an extent, laughable. Th ere is no point in the movie success and fortune or the wretched cesspool of some of the most depraved and admittedly that is not easily predictable, and the plot’s clunky development yields a sub-par eff ort from ridiculous crimes. “Disturbia” decided to employ the latter and cast the neighborhood as a director D.J. Caruso. Th e fi lm is catering to a class of well-established movies and hopes to breeding ground for evil. score with a defi nable demographic — teenagers. Th e writing, dialogue and cinematography Shia LaBeouf, Carrie-Anne Moss and David Morse lead this descent into banality, and the favor the wants and expectations of this generation. Featuring such verbiage as “gnarly” and fi lm introduces the promising young Sarah Roemer as the love interest of LaBeouf. However, “Twinkie-tower,” the script panders to a demographic that wants a movie where they can the fi lm does contain some redeeming qualities and dabbles in some worthy discussions of turn off their brains, jump at hair-raising moments and simply be entertained for two hours. modern society and suburban separateness. Th is thinly veiled remake of “Rear Window” Admittedly, “Disturbia” does explore areas of suburban isolation and ideas of paranoia and plays on the idea of not really knowing your neighbors. social distance. However, these themes are merely raised and then dismissed as the more Th is voyeuristic tale follows the house arrest of a traumatized youth named Kale (LaBeouf) cliche and easier explanations are spoon-fed to the audience. as he experiences cabin fever in his home. Kale is on summer vacation, but his house arrest “Disturbia” is a fi lm that is as confl icted and diverse in its uses as it is in choosing its genre. obviously restricts most social contact. He turns to watching his neighbors for entertainment If you are looking for a couple hours of entertainment with a few cute twists and horrifi c and fi nds trivial amusements in their everyday lives. “jump moments,” then this may be a good choice for you. However, if you are looking After experiencing seemingly endless restlessness, the beautiful Ashley (Roemer) moves for a movie to challenge you intellectually and present an original idea, look elsewhere. in next door. Cue the predictable love story. Th e trouble begins when LaBeouf’s character “Disturbia” may tell the tale of a suburban killer next door, but you may get more enjoyment witnesses what appears to be the murder of a young woman in his neighbor’s dimly lit house. watching the neighbor’s grass grow. ■ However, Kale isn’t “the only one watching,” as Morse’s extremely convincing sociopath threatens. Following forthwith is an amalgamation of “Girl Next Door,” “Th e Burbs” and the aforementioned “Rear Window.” A love story of a normal guy and a beautiful girl RATING: www.insidevandy.com The Vanderbilt Hustler Friday, April 13, 2007 11 CSC 141P Sheryl Gainsville Sun

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