WISCONSIN-STEVENS PO INT De<1:n and professor to discuss state's hunting culture on public radio Brandi Pettit experience in the outdoors, THE POINTER and so her perspective is 8PETI3 l [email protected] unique. Thomas founded Associate Professor the Becoming an Outdoors Christian Diehm and College Woman (BOW) program a of Natural Resources Dean number of years ago, and it Christine Thomas can now was her commitment to this add one more accolade to and several other outdoors their resumes. organizations, along with her The National Public pumerous awards from vari­ Radio (NPR) has asked the ous wildlife and sports hunt­ two to be a part of a nation­ ing organizations, that caught ally-aired radio call-in show, NPR's eye. "Talk of the Nation" to dis­ "When NPR decided cuss Wisconsin's hunting cul­ to do the panel discussion ture and trends. on Wisconsin's hunting cul­ Steve Menzel, develop­ ture, they contacted Chris ment and PR coordinator for (Thomas)," Menzel said. the college of natural resourc­ Thomas has been on the Stu~ents show their poker faces at Tuesday's Texas Hold 'Em tournament. Photos by Lue Vang es, said the show should be Natural Resources Board, an interesting topic of conver­ the governing body for the we're really happy with sation amongst the panel and Wisconsin Department of it," said Menzel of Thomas' their listeners. Natural Resources, for just appointment. Date auction to "Generally speaking, over two years. While the designated there are differing views on Just last week, the Natural topic of Thursday afternoon's. hunting and fishing and how Resources Board announced NPR discussion revolves society should approach those that Thomas had received a around Wisconsin's hunt­ raise money for . activities," Menzel said. gubernatorial appointment ing culture and trends, both Some of the issues Diehm and Menzel say that likely to be tackled on even in Wisconsin, opinions this panel include the run the gamut with regards to local charity recent decline in hunt­ hunting traditions. ing activities. "A lot of people enjoy Matt Inda Coordinator Beth Ford. THE POINTER Opening bids kick off at Diehm was excit­ hunting, nationwide, but a lot [email protected] ed about being asked of people are against it also," one dollar and will continue to speak on the NPR said Menzel. If your plans Saturday to climb until the bidder earns show, but he knows Diehm, a veteran of dis­ night include nothing more his or her prize. Each couple some might be wonder­ cussion panels, is aware that than watching old reruns of Bob at the end of the night will ing why a non-hunting the dialogue can always skew Sa get' s "America's Funniest receive a $20 gift certificate to teacher of philosophy off course. Home Videos," then you may a local Stevens Point restaurant has any business dis­ "It's really about whatev­ want to consider something for monetary assistance. cussing hunting cul­ er the audience wants to talk more. If it's a date you fancy, It was Ford's idea to admin­ ture. about; we (the panel) are the but are unsure how to execute ister such an auction during "I con tribute. facilitators of the discussion," such a stunt, then you are in the weekend with Valentine's moral issues, I'm there said Diehm. luck. Day quickly approaching. All to explain the moral Diehm has authored Centertainment is sponsor­ the proceeds of the auction aspects of the issue," numerous journal articles ing their inaugural date auc­ will be given to the American said Diehm, who also regarding environmental eth­ tion this Saturday, Feb. 4 in the Heart Association. Those Encore room of the University attending will be required to teaches an environmen- Phoro by Mae Wern icke ics and ecology. He says that tal ethics class on cam- Professor Chris Diehm one big concern for today's Center. bring one item of canned or pus. hunters is that of their public The bidding, which is non-perishable food item that Christine Thomas' image. scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., will be donated to Operation role on the panel will differ to become the board's Vice is expected to draw a rather substantial crowd according to slightly. Chair. see NPR pg. 2 see Date pg. 2 Thomas has several years "It's a really big deal, Centertainment Issues & Ideas 2 • February 2, 2006 News • UW-SP The Pointe1 from Date pg. 1 "First dates are awkward enough even when you know THE POINTER the person." Editorial Bootstrap. Sword said she volun­ The cast of "auctionees" teered for the auction because Editor in Chief includes 30 students from all it was something she has never .................................. Liz Bolton over campus. Ford said she experienced before and that it Managing Editor thought it would be tough is for a good cause and a good ................................. Joel Borski to get volunteers that wanted charity. · News Editor · ................................ Adam Wise to auction themselves off, but To help ease the edge Outdoors Editor by word of mouth and some and add fun, some of the advertising in the Student .............................. Adam Eader auctionees are going to dress Pointlife Editor Message of the Day (SMOD), in costume. Rumors of ideas ................................ Aaron Hull Parking Lot P she met her quota of 30 easier mentioned were those of a Sports Editor Jan. 19, 200S 9:S8 p.m. than most anticipated. construction worker, runway ............................ Steve Roeland Type: VANDAUSII "I was surprised on the model, and even a mockery of Science Editor number of people willing to be the modeling career comedy ............................... Joe Pisciotto Protective Services received call from person :who obsetved a auctioned," said Jess Sword, a film "Zoolander." Arts & Review Editor group of individuals walking through lot P and jumping on top Centertainment staff member Ford plans to emcee the ............................ Jacob Eggener of cars. and event assistant. event, which will include a Comics Editor However, not all these mini bio and personalized ............................ Joy Ratchman University Center auctionees are fully comfort­ Head Copy Editor music for each auctionee as ............................... Erica Schulz Jan. 21, 2005 10:59 p.m. able with what they signed up they strut down the runway Copy Editors for, yet. Ford said that some Type: IJNBERAGE CONSIJIIPTION in an attempt to sell for big ............................... Sara Jenson volunteers are somewhat wor­ bucks. .. .................... Megan Hablewitz Stevens Point Police Department cited 5 - 7 individuals for ried that they won't be bid on, The Centertainment staff Reporters underage drinking. but she is assuring that every­ is anticipating the auction and .................................. Matt Inda body will. believes it will be a fun event .. ..................... Melissa Dyszelski Thomson Hall Sword had expressed her that includes a finale bound to .................... Rebecca Buchanan Jan. 24, 2005 9:24 p.m. own concern of being bought catch all attendants off guard. .. ............................ Brandi Pettit Type: DRIJG IJSE by a complete stranger and "This is going to be inter­ ........................ Scott Butterfield going on a date with them. esting," said Sword. Faculty Adviser CA on duty at Thomson Hall called to report residents in a dorm ................................. Liz Fakazis room were smoking marijuana. from NPR pg. 1 "Talk of the Nation" airs from Photography and Design Hansen Hall 1-3 p.m., the segment includ­ ing Thomas and Diehm will Photo and Graphics Editor Jan. 25, 2005 12:24 a.m. "It's a big issue for them. .. ......................... Mae Wernicke Type: DRIJG PARAPBERNAUA Other hunters give the sport a run during the last half of the show. black eye with their (negative) Page Designers Hansen Hall Director called requesting assistance. Marijuana practices," said Diehm. The radio show has a long .......................... Pamela Bernau and paraphernalia seized. When Thursday's broad­ history of paneling authors, .............................. Katie Gumtz cast is aired from Wausau, comediennes and politicians ............................. Erin Shingler from around the world to dis­ May Roach Hall Diehm fully expects non-hunt­ cuss ·important current events Jan. 26, 2005 11 :41 p.m. ers to be a part of the conver­ Business with call-in viewers and live Type: PIJBLIC INTOXICATION sation. "Non-hunters here are a audiences. Topics inhabit the Business Manager veins of politics, religion, ............................... Steve Heller CA on duty at May Roach Hall called about an intoxicated stu­ minority, they feel a bit more healthcare, education and the Advertising Manager dent who was unable to find his way back to his dorm room. marginalized," said Diehm. .. ...................... Jason Mansavage "People often fail to under­ arts. Thursday's broadcast can Asst. Advertising Manager Parking Lot Q stand an opposing position in ............................... Jill Krimmer be heard on WHRM-FM 90.9 Jan. 28, 2005 12:29 p.m. any way; I would simply clari­ Sales Associate or WLBL-AM 930, and begins Type: VANDAUSII fy the positions people take." .......................... laura Farahzad Menzel says that though at 12 p.m. ~tevens Point Police Department reported two wjndshields smashed in Lot Q. Three vehicles were found with broken wind­ shields upon arrival, of which two owners were contacted. AIGA and UW-SP EDITORIAL POLICIES Off CampUi,. Jan. 28, 2005 12:30 a.m. The Pointer is a student-run newspaper published weekly Type: VANDAUSII host 'nowHERE' for the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point. The Pointer staff Received complaint about two males shooting a toy gun with is solely responsible for content plastic bb's from a blue sedan, possibly an Oldsmobile, in an and editorial policy. undisclosed location off campus. 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