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By and for the students of Hobart and William Smith Colleges FRIDAY, November 2, 2007
VOLUME CXXX ISSUE 8
Geneva, NY
President Geran’s Conversation with Geneva Mayoral Candidates
Arts Collective: Upcoming Events on the HWS Campus By Amy Nimon
By HWS Communications Photo Courtesy of Greg Cotterill
On Monday, Oct. 29, local residents and students filed into the Geneva Room and filled its seats for the fifth President’s Forum event of the semester, “A Conversation with Mayoral Candidates.” President Mark D. Gearan, introducing the candidates and welcoming the audience, said that although there had been presidential candidates at President’s Forum events, this was the first hosting local mayoral candidates. He said that when he invited the three candidates to the “conversational, less structured but substantive” event, all readily agreed. Candidates Philip Beckley (RepublicanConservative), Donald Cass (Independence Party), and Robert “Stu” Einstein (Democratic and Good Government) were welcomed by the audience before the question-and-answer session began. Questions were sent by e-mail and submitted by audience members, ranged from the financial concerns of the city and the development of the lakefront, to the most frustrating part of the campaign -- which all three agreed was the distance between voters and their local government officials. A major point of the discussion centered on ways the city could increase revenue and savings. Beckley proposed a more active and collaborative role for the city and the Town of Geneva and a regular dialogue between them, to increase efficiency and improve efforts toward mutual goals. The incumbent, Cass, cited the current successful ways of increasing revenue, such as hotel occupancy tax and sales tax, in addition to asking non-profit organizations for donations in lieu of taxes. Einstein elaborated on this by stating that the city officials need to initiate that conversation with the non-profits to expedite that process. He also suggested more collaboration with Town of Geneva officials. The Forum lasted just over an hour was broadcast live on the Colleges’ radio station, WEOS-FM. For more information about the candidates, visit Candidates. The next President’s Forum will feature Wendy Puriefoy ’71, president of the Public Education Network, starting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 in the Geneva Room.
Women’s National Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Article By Zinnia Gill The National Women’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony occurred a few ago, and four William Smith students were privileged enough to be invited to the prestigious event. It was an absolute honor to attend the Induction Ceremony. To have the opportunity to hear some of the most accomplished women of the United States speak in behalf of their accomplishments, was a treat the four of us were ecstatic about. The ceremony was held at the historic town of Seneca Falls, New York, at the New York Chiropractic College. This was a fitting location considering the American women’s rights movement “-to celebrate innovation, imagination, and inspiration”. Nine women were inducted into the 21st National Women’s Hall of Fame on October 7th. The women inducted were: Eleanor K. Baum, Julia Child, Swanee Hunt, Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, Winona LaDuke, Judith L. Pipher, Catherine Filene Shouse, Henrietta Szold, and Martha Coffin Pelham Wright. The three women still living attended the ceremony and gave incredible speeches. The speeches were warm, inspiring, courageous, and nostalgic. Their words instilled pride in every person sitting in the room on that very sunny Sunday. As for the remaining six women inducted, their family members spoke on their behalf, and gave utter praise to these women. These women had the power to touch people’s
lives, and still hold on to humbleness, which is truly a gift. While all of these strong women gave incredibly poignant speeches, Winona LaDuke inspired me incredulously. She has been fighting for Native American rights ever since she was eighteen years old. She is a Native American land rights activist, an economist, politician, environmentalist, and author who has spent her time advocating much needed support for the funding of environmental groups. LaDuke is also the proud founder of the White Earth Land Recovery Project focused on land recovery, and restoration of traditional practices of cultural heritage. She was also to vice-presidential candidate for the 1996 and 2000 Presidential Campaigns under the Green Party with Ralph Nader. These are just a few accomplishments LaDuke has made in her time, and is continuing to make. This opportunity, to be able to attend the National Women’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony, was absolutely breathtaking. Hearing the hardships these women have undergone, as well as hearing about the many lives they’ve touched, is a perfect example to young, able-minded women like those who attend William Smith College.
Parents and Family Weekend a Success More than 700 visitors arrive on campus for three days of activities By HWS Communications With swarms of people filing through the library and looking over schedules and notes, it could have been finals week. But it wasn’t just students crowding the building. Instead, students were joined by their parents and families who were registering for weekend events like mini college courses, concerts and receptions. More than 700 people came to campus for this year’s Parents and Family Weekend. They traveled from as far away as California and Florida wearing raincoats and Red Sox caps. They arrived as early as Thursday and as recently as Saturday morning. They came to see campus and to explore the Geneva area. And most importantly, they came to spend time with Hobart and William Smith students. An array of activities awaited HWS families. Visitors could attend one of 20 classes taught by faculty members, take tours of campus, watch the annual Fall Nationals
including a lively soapbox derby (in which Dean of Hobart College Eugen Baer came in third place), catch a game or two, or see a ballet, a music concert or an art show. The courses were an especially big hit with more than 300 parents registered. “I’m very pleased,” said David Yozel P’11, citing the Colleges’ 11-1 student to faculty ratio. “The engagement level with professors is great. It’s perfect for our daughter.” Tom Daley P’10 enjoyed Professor Tinkler’s class on gothic art. His plans for the rest of the weekend? “Food and football, and maybe another class.” Like Daley, many parents opted for a less structured schedule. “We took our own walking tour until our daughter woke up,” said Debbie Warren P’11, who came with her husband Peter to see their daughter, Mariah. “This afternoon we’ll eat at the café, go to a soccer game, and see the bookstore.” The family is most excited about the HWS Cabaret, where
they will see Mariah perform with a cappella group ‘Perfect Third.’ “There’s so much for parents to do,” said Dean Debra DeMeis P’06 of William Smith College. “Parents and Family Weekend is a wonderful opportunity for families to experience the campus and to enjoy time and a meal with their students.” It was standing room only in Albright Auditorium at President Mark D. Gearan’s address on the current state of the Colleges. Gearan told the crowd about progress on Campaign for the Colleges which recently hit the $120M mark and commented that the Classes of 2011 have already had an energizing effect on campus. That enthusiasm was readily apparent at a spirited football game in which the Statesmen crushed previously undefeated Alfred. Debbie Warren summed up the weekend when she said, “We love HWS.”
Arts Collective members Annie Lindenhovius and Yeasmine Khalique held their first fashion show meeting Thursday, October 25th in Cloverleaf House. The two came up with the idea for the fashion show and have since put the idea into action. The fashion show is to include many various clothing styles within the themes “Cultures” and “Time Periods.” Among the time periods to be presented are 20’s flappers, 50’s housewives, 80’s hip hop, 80’s punk rock, and futuristic fashion. Students interested in designing clothing may choose among any of these categories and additionally may choose to design “Hobart” fashioned clothing. Designers may also decide to style clothing from specific countries and cultures. Many aspects of the fashion show are still in progress, including location and intermission performers. The fashion show committee hopes to have bands, dancers, and/or other performers entertain during intermission, and possibly prior to and after the show. Performance auditions will be held Thursday, November 9th. There will be an advertisement meeting Tuesday, November 6th, and all outfit ideas must be in by Friday, November 16th. For further information on performing, designing, or modeling, please contact Annie (Annie.Lindenhovius@hws.edu). The fashion show is to be held in late November or early December. The fashion show is among many ideas underway for Arts Collective. Arts Collective was created last year by sophomore Meggie Schmidt as a way to bring together the visual artists, musicians, performing artists, and writers on the HWS campus. Also in progress is the Techno/ GraphArt Party, where students will be displaying their graphic art on a backdrop at a techno dance party hosted by Arts Collective. The dance is scheduled for Saturday, November 17th. For further information on the Techno/ GraphArt party or joining Arts Collective, please contact Meggie Schmidt (meghan.schmidt@ hws.edu) or Andrew Ockenden (andrew.ockenden@hws.edu)
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