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AEPi resurrected after disbandment ■ Though the University still

does not sanction Greek life, 29 students restarted the Jewish fraternity this fall. By tate herbert JUSTICE editor

Conversation and controversy about Greek life at Brandeis has been virtually unavoidable since the late 1980s, when a group of students led by Matthew Brooks ’87 started the University’s first fraternity, Alpha Epsilon Pi, according to a Jan. 1986 Justice article. In 1988, the University’s Board of Trustees responded with a resolution to prohibit fraternities and sororities, according to the Justice archives. Since then, the issue has cooled down considerably, but fraternities and sororities still exist in a state of limbo at Brandeis. The Justice reported in a Jan. 30 article that nine percent of the student body is involved in Greek life, which remains unrecognized by the University. This semester,

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DUCK AND COVER: Two students brace themselves against the wind outside the Shapiro Campus Center yesterday afternoon.

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several political clubs on campus debated at an event on Wednesday in Mandel.

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Last Wednesday evening in the Mandel Center for the Humanities, student panelists participated in a multi-partisan political debate that covered topics relevant to the upcoming presidential election. The event was cosponsored by the Brandeis Young Americans for Liberty, the Brandeis College Democrats and the Brandeis Libertarian Conservative Union. The event featured students from each club, as well as a student representative from Students for a Demo-

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“FRANKENSTORM”: The hurricane was immense in scope and destructive power. In Waltham, 3,963 residents were without power at 10 p.m. yesterday, according to the Waltham News Tribune. Parts of campus lost power for

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The founders of the new chapter anticipate that relationships with the student body and University administration will be crucial. “We don’t want Greek life to have to be the way that it is at Brandeis,” said Luky Guigui ’15, one of the founders, adding that they are willing to change any negative perception of Greek life. “Whatever it takes,” he said. Some may wonder about hazing and the other negative stereotypes that are associated with Greek life. “Let’s put it this way: Even if we wanted to haze, we couldn’t haze,” said Guigui, reasoning that the Brandeis chapter of AEPi is under close scrutiny from nationals during its initial founding process and must be on its best behavior as it petitions to be chartered. When asked, Guigui also empha-

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cratic Society, in a panel format. Ryan LaRochelle PhD ’15 served as moderator for the event. Daniel Goulden ’14 represented SDS, a non-hierarchical activist club that focuses on intersectionality, social justice, direct democracy, solidarity and cooperation, according to the group’s profile on myBrandeis. Representing YAL were Nahum Gilliat ’14, vice president of the club, and Aaron Fried ’14, president of the club. According to the group’s myBrandeis profile, YAL “places specific importance on individual civil rights and promotes political candidates whose governance would respect these rights.” Brandeis College Democrats member Russell Leibowitz ’14 and Ula Rutkowska ’15, treasurer, represented the Dems, a group that

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Knowing your rights

Fine farewell

Athlete alum dies

The Student Conduct Board creates conversations about making smart decisions.

 The volleyball team gave its departing seniors a weekend to remember with three consecutive wins.

 Football player Bill McKenna ’55 was Brandeis’ first All-American athlete.

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A new fraternity on campus

Students debate issues as election day nears

classes and events yesterday amid dangerous weather. Normal schedules are expected to resume tomorrow as the storm ebbs.

Middlesex County and 85 mph in other parts of Massachusetts, according to the National Weather Service. Millions more people were expected to be affected across the East Coast throughout yesterday and today.

AEPi has yet again made waves as 29 undergraduates resurrected the fraternity after the chapter here was disbanded by its national parent organization last fall.

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Hurricane Sandy began to rock the East Coast with high winds and storm surges yesterday morning, causing widespread power outages, flooding and wind damage. The University cancelled all Monday classes and events as students took shelter in their dormitories. The storm, which continued into today, has been large and destructive, causing more than 385,000 customers across Massachusetts to lose power by 10:30 p.m. yesterday, with winds gusting as high as 66 mph in

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Senate passes four amendments

Medical Emergency

The Senate had a productive night on Sunday, on the eve of Hurricane Sandy’s arrival, voting on three Senate Money Resolutions and four amendments to the Student Union Constitution. Before talking about official business, Executive Senator Ricky Rosen ’14 told senators that general attendance had been unacceptably low and that he planned to bring forward an amendment addressing the issue, which he did later in the meeting. The first SMR, for $300, was brought forward by Class of 2016 Senator Andrew Chang and involved a Halloween getaway to Salem, Mass. for the student body. The resolution, which was approved unanimously, will pay for a school bus for transportation to and from Salem. The next SMR, which was also passed with no objections, allocated $350 for an election night event which will be cosponsored by Student Events and several political clubs on campus. The resolution was brought forward by Class of 2015 Senator Sneha Walia and dictated that the Union will supply pizza. “This election poses a unique opportunity to Brandeis students because most students who will be able to vote in this election are able voting for the first time,” read the SMR. The final money resolution discussed at the meeting was a proposal that the Senate cosponsor Triskelion’s Transgender Awareness Week. The proposal for $900, also put forward by Walia, would help Triskelion bring a transgender Jewish band called Schmeckel to perform during the awareness week. The Senate decided to table this resolution, to allow Triskelion to look for other options, as senators raised objections to the large amount of money called for in the resolution. The Senate also voted on and passed four amendments to the Student Union Constitution put forward by Rosen. The first two amendments pertained to attendance and voting of senators at senate meetings. The first amendment called for the removal of any senator with more than three unexcused absences in a semester. In such an event, the student with the secondmost votes in the election for that senator’s seat would be given a chance to join the Senate. The second amendment called for allowing senators to vote by proxy, either by video-chat during the meeting or by emailing the Senate president the day of the meeting. Both of these amendments were approved, with little objection from the Senate. The third amendment involved the procedure for voting on recognition and charter of clubs. The amendment stated that club representatives will have to step outside while the Senate votes on their request for recognition or charter. This amendment was quickly approved. The final amendment involved the Campus Operations Work Group Committee, a Senate committee that works with the Campus Operations Work Group to “restore Brandeis facilities to their original beauty,” according to the constitution. The amendment called for all quad senators to be mandatorily included in the committee. This amendment generated the most discussion, but was eventually passed as well.

Oct. 23—University Police received a call from a woman saying she wanted BEMCo because she was depressed. Upon the arrival of BEMCo and University Police, the community development coordinator was requested. The woman was transported via ambulance to the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. The CDC discovered that the woman is a former student. Oct. 23—A party in Shapiro Residence Hall reported he had an allergic reaction to peanuts and that he used an EpiPen on himself. BEMCo arrived and requested an ambulance to transport the party to the NewtonWellesley Hospital for further care.

Disturbance

Oct. 24—University Police received a report of loud music in the Charles River Apartments. Upon the officer’s arrival, there was only a loud TV in the area; the individual watching the TV

was asked to turn it down, and they complied. Oct. 27—The community development coordinator was notified of a large gathering in the upper Foster Mods. Community advisers dispersed the party without incident. Oct. 27—University Police on patrol reported there was a large group in the upper Foster Mods that was blocking the roadway. The community development coordinator was notified and responded. The group dispersed without incident. Oct. 28—University Police requested additional units to respond to the Foster Mods to disperse a large crowd outside a Mod. The community development coordinator was notified that the group had gathered again after being dispersed earlier in the night.

Harassment

Oct. 26—Two female students who live off campus reported their neighbor, a student,

threatened them. University Police compiled a report on the incident.

Vandalism

Oct. 26—A party reported that an unidentified male might have shattered a glass door on the ground floor of Deroy. University Police responded to investigate. The suspect was described as a white male with a thin build wearing a backward baseball cap and a white T-shirt and carrying a black laundry bag. University Police compiled a report and reviewed security camera footage of the exterior area, but it was not helpful in identifying the male.

Larceny

Oct. 26—A party in Cholmondeley’s reported her cell phone and jacket were stolen from her unlocked car when she was inside Chum’s. University Police compiled a report on the theft. Oct. 27—A cab driver at the main entrance to campus re-

n A brief in News misspelled the name of an award given to Harvard professor Stephen J. Elledge. The award is the Lewis S. Rosenstiel Award, not the Lewis S. Rosensteil award. (Oct. 23, pg. 2). n The Senate Log contained an unclear statement involving an amendment suggested by Student Union Finance Board Chair Nathan Israel. His suggestion of possibly including a step between club recognition chartering was not related to his request about increased storage space on campus, as the article implied. (Oct. 23, pg. 2)

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Oct. 26—A professor in the Heller School for Social Policy and Management felt that a student was intoxicated. University Police responded and evaluated the student, and the student was sent home with his roommate. A report will be compiled. Oct. 26—A report stated two males were loitering in a white Ford Mustang parked in front of an address on Old South Street. The University Police officer on-scene discovered the party was waiting for his mother, a Brandeis employee, and the police were cleared with no further action. —compiled by Marielle Temkin

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CORRECTIONS AND CLARIFICATIONS

n An article in Arts incorrectly identified the class years of several performers in “Escape from Happiness.” Jonathan Young, Nicole Dalton and Alex Johnson are all MFA ’13. (Oct. 23, pg. 20)

Miscellaneous

WIRE BRIEF

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n In the Arts Interview column, the “Escape from Happiness” production was was incorrectly credited. The show was put on by the Brandeis Theater Company, not the Brandeis Players. (Oct. 23, pg. 18)

ported a fare evasion. There was no information on the customer, and the driver did not want to file a report. It was unclear if the party was a student, since the evasion happened on South Street.

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Decorating with love Students decorate T-shirts at Love Your Body Day 2012, an event sponsored by the Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance, the Women of Color Alliance and Triskelion. The event also featured booths in the Shapiro Campus Center Atrium with information and activities.

Seventeen national and regional environmental groups are petitioning the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to require oil and gas companies to report chemical use to the federal Toxic Release Inventory for the first time. The drilling industry has long used and released large volumes of toxic chemicals, and that practice has dramatically increased in the past decade with the rapid spread of hydraulic fracturing, the Environmental Integrity Project and 16 other groups said on a national teleconference on Wednesday. The petition, if approved, would require information on drilling chemicals be made available to the public for the first time on the federal TRI database. “The Toxic Release Inventory brings daylight to dark corners by requiring companies to quantify and report their pollution to a public data base for everyone to see,” said Eric Schaeffer, executive director of the Environmental Integrity Project. He added, “Why shouldn’t oil and gas companies be required to report these toxic releases under our right-toknow laws, like so many other industries already do?” The EPA estimates that drillers release 127,000 tons of hazardous air pollutants annually, second only to coalburning power plants and more than other industries already reporting to TRI, Schaeffer said. The TRI was enacted by Congress in 1986 after the Bhopal chemical disaster in India. The federal program requires each industrial facility to report annually on its releases of more than 650 TRIlisted toxic chemicals to the air, land, water, landfills, treatment plants, recycling and other sites. The drilling industry was largely exempted from TRI reporting requirements. Other parties involved in the petition included Earthworks, Clean Water Action, Sierra Club, the Natural Resources Defense Council plus grassroots groups in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Colorado and Wyoming. —Akron Beacon Journal/MCT

ANNOUNCEMENTS Race and Gender in the 2012 Election

While race and gender have been important themes throughout the 2012 presidential election, they are frequently treated as secondary issues that are unrelated. This forum will explore how race and gender have intersected during the election, and how they have shaped and informed the campaign strategies and public positions of the presidential candidates. The panel will be moderated by Prof. Chad Williams (AAAS) and will include Profs. Jill Greenlee (POL), Daniel Kryder (POL) and Ibrahim Sundiata (HIST). Today from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Swig Lounge in the Intercultural Center.

ExCEL Egg Drop

This event will get Brandeis students excited about the experiential learning classes that are being offered next semester. Learning experientially, students will have the opportunity to experiment with different materials to cushion the egg so that once it is dropped off the balcony, it will not crack. This experiential experi-

ence will encourage students to enroll in experiential learning classes next semester. Tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Great Lawn.

Brown Bag Seminar

After a four-year stalemate in Palestinian-Israeli negotiations, and given the regional and international dynamics of the past few years, where are the two sides heading? In this talk, Khalil Shikaki, a senior fellow at the Crown Center for Middle East Studies, will focus on three main processes that currently dominate Palestinian-Israeli relations: The drive for statehood in Gaza, the further weakening of the Palestinian Authority and the making of a one-state reality. Tomorrow from noon to 2 p.m. in the Shapiro Campus Center room 313.

Justice, Money, and Markets

Political philosopher Michael Sandel ’75 of Harvard University has been described as “perhaps the most prominent college

professor in America.” His legendary course “Justice,” the first Harvard course to be made freely available online and on television, has been viewed by millions of people around the world. Sandel’s new book, What Money Can’t Buy: The Moral Limits of Markets, takes on one of the biggest ethical questions of our times: What should be the role of money and markets in our society? Tomorrow from 5 to 7 p.m. in Mandel Center for the Humanities room G03.

Eleanor Roosevelt Lecture

The ninth Annual Eleanor Roosevelt Lecture will feature Professor Isabel Wilkerson of Boston University, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of The New York Times bestseller, The Warmth of Other Suns. The Eleanor Roosevelt Lecture Series was created in 2004 to honor Eleanor Roosevelt’s commitment to social justice and her important place in women’s history. Thursday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Rapaporte Treasure Hall.

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Historian speaks about Holocaust ■ Dagmar Herzog lectured

on the psychiatry of Holocaust-era trauma. By SHANI ABRAMOWITZ JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

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A DIFFERENT TYPE OF FEMINISM: Janet Bennion lectures at Thursday’s event about feminist aspects of Mormonism.

Visiting profs lecture on Mormon feminism ■ Profs. Janet Bennion

and Laurel Thatcher Ulrich spoke about feminism and polygamist relationships. By MARISSA DITKOWSKY JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

At the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute in the Epstein Building, participants gathered last Thursday for a presentation on “The Faces of Eve: Varieties of Mormon Feminism” led by anthropologist and Prof. Janet Bennion of Lyndon State College in Vermont and historian and Prof. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich of Harvard University. During the event, Bennion and Ulrich spoke individually about their research, and a question-andanswer session followed. Bennion and Ulrich focused on revealing the feminist aspects possible in polygamist relationships as a part of fundamental Mormonism. “[T]here are a variety of feminisms that just because you disagree with another woman’s decision to be in a patriarchy doesn’t mean she’s not a feminist; it means she’s defending her rights, and we as feminists have to provide that protection for her … [M]any of the women I study are in rigid patriarchal groups, [but] I would never be in one of those groups,” said

Bennion in an interview with the Justice. “I think alternative sexuality and marriage are a way to adapt to a changing socioeconomic environment that we should be seeing these alternative forms as adaptive mechanisms.” The event was cosponsored by the Women’s and Gender Studies program; the Feminist Sexual Ethics Project; the politics Department and the HBI and Project on Gender, Culture, Religion and the Law. It also pertained to the Brandeis Series on Gender, Culture, Religion and the Law, a series of books that started being published last year although the efforts began in 2008, according to Lisa Fishbayn Joffe, director of the Project on Gender, Culture, Religion and the Law at the HBI. Bennion’s book in the series, titled Polygamy in Prime Time: Media, Gender, and Politics in Mormon Fundamentalism, was published this year as a collaboration between the HBI and the University Press of New England. “[T]he project … seeks to support research that takes innovative approaches to resolving conflicts between women’s rights and religious law, and as a part of that work we’ve published a book series, and [Bennion’s] book is one of the books that we published that creatively, innovatively looks at the world of Mormon women,”

Joffe said in an interview with the Justice. The series consists of “books that were comparative and looked at similar themes around women’s struggle for equality in different religions,” said Joffe. Other books in the series include Citizenship, Faith, and Feminism: Jewish and Muslim Women Reclaim Their Rights; Fertility and Jewish Law: Feminist Perspectives on Orthodox Response Literature and Self-Determination and Women’s Rights in Muslim Societies. According to Joffe, the event was a celebration and attempt to promote Bennion’s book. In addition, Ulrich was asked to attend to “comment on where [Bennion’s] book fit into the broader landscape in scholarship on Mormon women,” Joffe explained. Bennion spoke about her experiences studying polygamist relationships as depicted in her book and the possible fulfillment women get out of these relationships within the household. “As a social scientist … I feel it’s my duty to show by firsthand experience that there are many forms of polygamy, and that it’s not polygamy per se that causes harm, but that it’s a variety of these poorfunctioning attributes … [such as] overcrowding, economic deprivation, father absence [and] male supremacy,” said Bennion in an interview with the Justice.

The Hadassah-Brandeis Institute welcomed renowned historian Dagmar Herzog this past Wednesday evening in Rapaporte Treasure Hall. In her lecture, “Post Holocaust Anti-Semitism and the Psychiatry of Trauma”, Herzog discussed various arguments given by postwar West German psychiatrists to deny reparations to the traumatized survivors of Nazi persecution. Herzog is a distinguished professor of history and the Daniel Rose Faculty Scholar at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. Her specialties include JewishChristian relations, sexuality, gender, trauma and the Holocaust. Herzog’s most recent publication, Sexuality in Europe: A TwentiethCentury History, provides a detailed overview of the tumultuous history of the development of European sexuality. Prof. Shula Reinharz (SOC), the founder of HBI, introduced the event by talking briefly about the work of the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute. Joanna Michlic, the director of the current HBI project on families, children and the Holocaust then introduced Herzog. Herzog began her lecture with an overview of the development of post-traumatic stress disorder, claiming that the disorder originated, or was first attributed, to industrial and railroad accidents in the 19th century, and the shellshock experiences of soldiers returning from service in WWI, pointing out that clinicians plainly ignore the incidence of PTSD in survivors of the WW II. “What’s weird is that most accounts of the evolution of PTSD skip over the most crucial moment—and that has to do with the aftermath of the Holocaust,” said Herzog. “In fact, it was the catalyst for changing the science of trauma, and include the very particular ways we now understand PTSD,

which include delayed reaction onset, numbness in affect, intrusive memories and hyper-arousal,” Herzog continued. “PTSD had its roots in a cluster of symptoms shown by Holocaust survivors.” Herzog spoke on the difficulties survivors experienced in trying to receive reparations from the West German state for their psychological and physical suffering. The difficulty arose when the psychiatrists of the West German state who were evaluating the compensation claims, would regularly reject the claims, “arguing that whatever debilitating nightmare, insomnia, chronic melancholia, fears, or psychosomatic pains survivors were displaying, had its roots either in their pre-camp lives, or in their difficulties adjusting to post-camp life—anything but the camps themselves.” Herzog also examined the various stages of thought among those Americans who sought to legitimate the psychological suffering and trauma of survivors. Herzog argued that these conflicts between psychiatrists in West Germany and the United States over the status of reparations led to the development of the term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Other works of Herzog’s include Sex in Crisis: The New Sexual Revolution and Future of American Politics, Sex After Fascism: Memory and Morality in Twentieth Century Germany and Intimacy and Exclusion: Religious Politics in Pre-revolutionary Baden. Herzog is also the editor and coeditor of six anthologies, including Brutality and Desire: War and Sexuality in Europe’s Twentieth Century and Lessons and Legacies VII: The Holocaust in International Perspective. The German Consul General, Rolf Schutte, and his vice consul were present for the lecture. The floor was opened to questions after Herzog completed her lecture. Topics touched upon in the question-and-answer session included the current status of PTSD and the status attributed to Nazis as sufferers. Approximately 50 people were in attendance.

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DISTINGUISHED HISTORIAN: Dagmar Herzog speaks at Wednesday’s event.

OBITUARY

Legendary Brandeis football player passes away at age 79 ■ Bill McKenna ’55 played

offensive end for the Judges and later played in the NFL. By ADAM RABINOWITZ JUSTICE EDITOR

Bill McKenna ’55, Brandeis’ first-ever All-American Athlete and a legend on the Judges’ gridiron, passed away on Oct. 18 in Calgary, Alberta at age 79. Fellow offensive end Dick Bergel ’57 reflected on the immense contributions that McKenna offered to the short-lived legacy of Brandeis football. “Bill was certainly one of the more

respected and accomplished athletes in the history of Brandeis athletics,” Bergel said in a BrandeisNOW press release. “Not only did he have outstanding physical talents, but he had the uncanny and unequaled McKenna ability to focus in the moment.” McKenna distinguished himself as an end on both the offensive and defensive sides of the field, securing school records in both points scored as well as receiving yards. He placed Brandeis football on the national map with his

selection to the Associated Press AllAmerica squad during his senior year. McKenna’s feats would soon be illuminated on the American stage, and with them came the accomplishments of Brandeis football. “His decision to play at Brandeis and for [head coach] Benny Friedman helped put the school on the map,” Bergel said in the release. His most significant play, though, happened to be during his junior year in a heavyweight bout against Wayne State University, a national powerhouse in Detroit. The Judges clung to a 6-0 lead by the final quarter, but ultimately faced a game-ending drive from Wayne that culminated at the one-yard line. On the game’s final play, McKenna crashed

through the pulling guard and fullback to reach the ball carrier and, in a feat that proves to be difficult in any situation, tackled him short of the goal line to secure the crucial victory. Myron Uhlberg ’55, a fellow senior with McKenna, recalled that it was a play that perfectly encapsulated his tenacious and resilient nature. “That was the one we talked about until the day he died,” Uhlberg said in the press release. “But he didn’t talk about making the play himself, he talked about the team. The truth is, he made the tackle and the rest of us just fell on the pile.” McKenna did not end his football career in Waltham. He was drafted in the seventh round of the 1955 National Football League

draft by the Philadelphia Eagles, and after a transfer to the Canadian Football League, recorded 88 receptions for 1,436 yards and 10 touchdowns for the Calgary Stampeders. After graduating from Brandeis as a physics major, he chose to pursue a career with Texaco Incorporated as a geophysicist. He retired in 1989 as chief geophysicist, and was an active alumnus. He was inducted to the Joseph Linsey Brandeis Athletic Hall of Fame in 1993. Uhlberg noted that McKenna’s accomplishments would serve as indelible memories in Judges lore. “In my mind, combining performance, dedication and commitment to the team, he was the best athlete that Brandeis ever produced,” he said.

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SANDY: Storm closes schools, stock exchange CONTINUED FROM 1 varying periods yesterday, including the Foster Mods, the Charles River Apartments and the Village. Power flickered in other buildings, including the Shapiro Campus Center. Rainfall was expected to total four to eight inches in the Mid-Atlantic region, and only one to three inches in New England. As of 10:15 last night, ABC News was reporting one hurricane-related death in Connecticut, five in New York, and two in New Jersey. The storm killed 69 people when it passed through the Caribbean over the weekend. In a campuswide email on Saturday, Dean of Student Life Rick Sawyer wrote that University staff worked all weekend to reduce the potential damage from the storm, by “bringing inside items that could get wind blown [and] sandbagging exterior doorways that have a history of water build up etc.” Sawyer mentioned that the biggest concern was flooding and the potential temporary loss of power, although he called the latter possibility “pretty remote.” University President Frederick Lawrence announced in an email to the Brandeis community at 7:23 p.m. on Sunday night that “classes and other scheduled events on campus” taking place on Monday would be cancelled. Lawrence cited Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick’s request that the state’s colleges and universities cancel activities in his email. Lawrence offered similar advice in his email sent on Sunday, warning of the potential effects of the hurricane and encouraging all to “prepare for the storm and take precautions to ensure your safety,” including charging phones and portable devices, obtaining a flashlight and stocking up on batteries and checking that windows are securely closed. On Saturday, a day before his recommendation that colleges and universities cancel classes, Patrick declared a state of emergency, according to the Boston Herald and Globe. “While we continue to hope for the best, we’re preparing for the

worst,” he said. According to the Herald, Boston public schools were among the many coastal cities that cancelled classes yesterday in anticipation of the storm. Many local colleges and universities closed yesterday as well, including Bentley College in Waltham. Some schools, such as Framingham State University and the University of New Hampshire, are closed today as well. As of 4 p.m. yesterday, 1,300 National Guard soldiers had been deployed in Massachusetts, with as many as 1,000 more expected to join the recovery efforts by today. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority shut down all service at 2 p.m. yesterday, according to the Boston Globe. The Globe article reported that the MBTA administration was worried about dangerously high wind speeds and hoped to resume service by this morning, but were unsure of a reopening time because there were multiple trees and other objects down across tracks and bus routes. New York, Philadelphia and New Jersey transit systems also all closed yesterday afternoon, according to reports from Reuters. The New York Stock Exchange closed yesterday and remains closed today, though traders are still working electronically. Both candidates for president also halted their campaigning and fundraising for yesterday and today, instead asking donors for contributions to the Red Cross. President Barack Obama said at a press conference that he was more concerned about the impact of the storm than the upcoming election. “I’m worried about the impact on families, and I’m worried about our first responders. … The election will take care of itself next week,” he said, according to The New York Times. As the storm continued to batter campus last night, Lawrence sent out another email announcing that classes would take place today, and he invited students to gather at the Stein for free pizza and soda. —Tate Herbert contributed reporting

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THE SPECTRUM: Marwaha '12, Didia '14, Rutkowska '15, Liebowitz '14 and Fried '14, left to right, had varying political views.

DEBATE: Clubs take on big questions CONTINUED FROM 1 “aspires to bring students to the Democratic party and bring the Democratic party to students by increasing the awareness and advocacy of such ideals as compassion, diversity, and equality of opportunity for all,” according to the myBrandeis profile. Representing the BLCU were Morris Didia ’14, club president; Nipun Marwaha ’13 and Michael Sklaroff ’13. The group “serve[s] as a forum to unite any and all conservative minded individuals on campus,” according to myBrandeis. The debate was divided into three sections: the economy, foreign policy and social issues. A panelist from each group answered each prewritten question, which were supplied to them in advance, and was allotted 60 seconds for their response. Panelists were also allowed rebuttals, the number of which varied by section. After each of the three sections were question-and-answer sessions with the audience. In the economy section, LaRochelle also asked about government policies with respect to the “skyrocketing costs of tuition.” Fried stated that the same government regulations that are intended to make college more affordable are the cause of this tuition spike. The static number of jobs requiring degrees and the artificially stimulated increase in college graduates are creating a “bubble not unlike the housing bubble of

2007 and 8,” said Fried. According to Leibowitz, reducing government grants would primarily “cut off access to those who need college most” due to financial and economic factors. Despite “systemic problems,” these resources should continue with a focus on low interest rates and need-based grants, he said. Sklaroff stated that vocational programs should be expanded. He also proposed “graduated interest rate levels” that would reflect the “intrinsic risk” of majors that lead to lowerincome career paths. According to Goulden, the City University of New York model, which provides students with affordable education, should be applied throughout the country. Students in CUNY schools pay $5,000 per year due to funding from New York City for educations comparable to those at Brandeis, said Goulden. Other topics discussed in the economy section included the role of government, causes of the economic slowdown, solutions for the national deficit and debt, the future of Social Security and Medicare, causes of chronic unemployment and auditing the Federal Reserve. Topics discussed in the foreign policy section included the goal of foreign policy, the future of foreign aid and the role of the United Nations. In the social issues section, LaRochelle asked if “affirmative actiontype policies should have a place

in modern-day America.” Goulden stated that affirmative action is not “giving handouts” but “leveling the playing field” for those who have been historically disadvantaged. According to Fried, it is “important to differentiate between socioeconomic status and race.” He read his response to a similar question published in the Views on the News in an Oct. 16 issue of the Justice, which stated that “[r]ace should play absolutely no role in the judgment of a person’s character, in any situation.” Leibowitz stated that “socioeconomic factors are something that we should take into account” and that should be used as “a distinction and a judgment call” because of their impact on an individual’s school system and access to resources. Didia stated that he agreed with Fried, and that college admission “should be based on merit, not on skin color.” Other topics discussed in the social issues section included the legalization of marijuana, same-sex marriage, abortion and welfare and food stamps. In their concluding statements, two panelists offered their thoughts on who students should vote for in the presidential election on Nov. 6. Rutkowska encouraged audience members to vote for Barack Obama, and Goulden stated that students should vote for “whoever you think will change the system.”

GREEK: “Founding fathers” emphasize AEPi’s Jewish roots CONTINUED FROM 1 sized that this group (or “colony”), which is under consideration to become a chapter, is already very different from the old AEPi. For one, members now plan to work much more closely with the national board, he said. “We don’t really want to be associated with the old AEPi. We’d much rather start anew,” said Guigui. He said it was within reason that they would resurrect the values and traditions of the AEPi that Brandeis saw 10 or 15 years ago, although he didn’t specify what those may be. In any case, he asserted, “We don’t want to be seen in the same light as the AEPi that was here last year, or two years ago.” While the new members seek to distance themselves from the previous generation, the reason why AEPi was stripped of its charter last fall officially remains a mystery. On this topic, current colony president Danny Reisner ’14 only wrote in his email to the Justice that “they didn’t do the things that they were expected to as a chapter of AEPi, and so they were shut down.” Former AEPi president Martin Singer ’12 did not respond to the Justice’s request for comments on

the start of the new chapter and the closure of the old by press time.

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According to Reisner, he, Dean Kaplan ’15, Jake Altholz ’15 and Guigui were the four who were initially interested in restarting the chapter. Kaplan has since been removed from the organization by the international office, due to unspecified conflicts with higher-ups in the AEPi organization, Reisner told the Justice. The four started the discussion about bringing back the Jewish fraternity on campus, but the final selection of the “founding fathers” came from representatives of the national organization after they interviewed prospective members. Several Brandeis undergraduates received messages on Facebook from AEPi officials at the beginning of the fall semester, informing them of a “special opportunity” to learn more about and possibly join the fraternity. “Because multiple men have contacted our office about starting an AEPi at Brandeis University, we are starting a group there this semester,” the message read. It made only vague mention of

how they found these people or on what basis the recommendations to contact them were made. The recruiters from the national group initially came to campus to hold information sessions in early September, according to Reisner. The sessions were open to all, but the recruiters targeted a certain group through networking, said Guigui. They held the meetings in Rosenthal South residence hall, which poses a potential conflict to the Brandeis Board of Trustees’ 1988 resolution. The resolution states that “social fraternities and sororities, in particular, are neither recognized nor permitted to hold activities on campus or use University facilities.” The induction of three first-years, 14 sophomores, 11 juniors and one senior finally took place on Sept. 12 in Guigui’s suite in Rosenthal East, according to Guigui and Reisner.

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As for the membership of the next few years, Guigui, who will serve as recruitment chair during AEPi’s first pledge period in the spring, didn’t try to downplay the importance of their Jewish affiliation.

The main idea, said Guigui in an interview with the Justice, is that the prospective brothers “join the fraternity because they want to be in a Jewish fraternity, not in spite of it.” “I mean, it is a Jewish fraternity,” he continued, “so if you’re joining for only the fraternity aspect and not the Jewish aspect, there’s a problem. You should want both.” He mentioned that he did expect to have non-Jewish members soon, but those potential members are “few and far between,” partly because of the demographics of the Brandeis student body. According to the Alpha Epsilon Pi website, the fraternity was founded in 1913 and aims to “play a vital role in helping reverse the growing trend among our young people to abandon Judaism” during their undergraduate years, and “to help each student to develop character, to learn responsibility, and to develop a proper set of values through living together in brotherhood.” Ultimately, AEPi is “non-discriminatory” and “not specifically religious, but rather social and cultural in nature,” according to the fraternity’s mission statement. Each year, approximately 2,500

undergraduate men join the fraternity nationwide, the international AEPi website states. In the first one or two pledge classes, Guigui admitted that they weren’t planning on accepting large numbers of men, regardless of religious affiliation. After the large founding class of 29 members, he said he expects AEPi to have some growing pains in the coming years, as they work to learn the ropes of managing the fraternity and try to grow their membership— all without a permanent, off-campus home for the group. While all the members have campus housing this year, they will continue to hold events in various brothers’ rooms and suites, not unlike the other Greek organizations operating on campus—even those whose members live together in houses off-campus. Dean of Student Life Rick Sawyer and Vice President for Students and Enrollment Andrew Flagel did not respond to requests for comment regarding University policy on Greek life and its effect on student life by press time. —Allyson Cartter contributed reporting

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SEEING IT ALL: Boltax feeds an anorexic goose who also has neurological problems.

By FELICE OLTUSKI When most students hear the term “Department of Student Rights and Community Standards,” their minds immediately wander to the memory of being warned not to hang Christmas lights on the pipes in their rooms. Another element that should come to mind, however, is the Student Conduct Board, an organization consisting of student and faculty members that holds hearings for alleged misconduct—a resource often underutilized by students. “I feel like there might be a big misconception on campus [in regards to the Student Conduct Board],” said Stephanie Johnson ’13, chair of Educational Outreach for the Conduct Board, in an interview with the Justice. “We’re here to advocate for you, we’re here to understand your situation, and we’re here to help you,” she said. The board prides itself on creating an open dialogue with the student body. “You have the right to be happy in whatever community you are involved in or whatever school you go to, so if you have an issue with something and you don’t like the way something is, the only way for the administration to know ... is for you to step up and speak out, and I can say that everyone on the student conduct board would encourage that,” Johnson said. The board is comprised of four subcommittees: educational outreach, rights and responsibilities, training and team building and selection process. Each subcommittee is headed by a chairperson who acts as a facilitator in the actual hearings and leads his or her individual committee. “Dean [Gendron, director of Student Rights and Community Standards] and I work together on creating

more of a direction for our chairpersons because in years past our board has increased from six members to 23, to 28 this year,” Tiffany Chan, orientation and community standards specialist in the department, said. The mission of each committee varies. Johnson thinks making sure the student body feels engaged is a priority. “We want to spread awareness about the Student Conduct Board ... about the students that are on it, ... about our mission and ... about how open we are,” Johnson said. Johnson, along with her peers, strives to create an environment where students feel both supported and encouraged to combat unjust behavior. “I really love when I can be the person that’s advocating for someone who feels voiceless,” Johnson said. The board’s goal is to build a safe space where students are not judged, but rather engaged in a conversation about choices, and this mentality

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Ari Boltax ’14 pursues dual passions By CELINE HACOBIAN JUSTICE EDITOR

Ari Boltax’s ’14 interest in veterinary medicine stems from her own experience with a childhood pet. After convincing her parents, she became the owner of a Maltese puppy when she was eight-wyears old. “We ended up only having it for about six days because she had a hypoglycemic attack, which is low blood sugar and it’s treatable, but it just scared my parents, so we decided that it was best that we not have a dog,” said Boltax. She admits that, while she was probably sad at the time, she vividly remembers “being more interested in ‘Why did this happen to my dog, and why isn’t it going away? Why can’t I save it? What’s the title of someone who saves animals because nobody else should have this happen to their dog?’” she said. Boltax, double-majoring in Chemistry and Biology, is also pre-vet. Because of the lack of a defined academic route for someone who wants to pursue veterinary studies at Brandeis, Boltax has found other ways to enrich her education on the subject. During the summer, she interned at New England Wildlife Center in South Weymouth, Mass., and she continues to work there this semester whenever she has free time. Her internship consisted of eighthour shifts five days a week, and her work ranged from “anything from admitting patients to feedings, to cleanings to doing x-rays and analyzing radiographs to administering medications and injecting medications and wrapping broken wings on birds,” said Boltax. She also prepared packages for rabies testing, did blood analyses and assisted with euthanizing animals that could not be saved. A main responsibility Boltax had at

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seeps into the atmosphere of the actual hearings as well. “The student conduct process is not about emphasizing to students that they have possibly broken a rule. The conduct process, for me instead, is a very authentic and honest conversation about decision making,” Gendron said. Johnson mentioned the example of alcohol abuse: “Our sanction would be something that would help them, so maybe counseling or maybe going to speak to a specialist about their issue and seeing how we can get them the help and support that they need.” While the Student Conduct Board exists to serve the needs of Brandeis as a university, it is also very much for the students, according to Johnson. “I think at the end of the day … we want a safe community,” Johnson said. Because the hearings are a peer-topeer process, the board feels that they can better identify and empathize with the cases and, as such, decide

the center was making decisions about whether an animal should be released or euthanized. For one of these situations, the veterinarian was unusually quiet during his examination of a cardinal, and at the end of his exam, he simply asked if she thought the animal should be euthanized. After learning that the bird had a neurological problem, incurable by any veterinarian, she made the decision to euthanize it. “If it has three things wrong with it, then we usually euthanize because in the process of fixing one thing, we’ll probably just hurt them more trying to fix the second,” Boltax said. The technician suggested that the interns assist with the euthanasia administration on that particular day and told Boltax to choose an animal; she chose the cardinal she had seen earlier that day. “To see an animal go from start to finish completely in my hands and in my care was something … exciting and it was interesting, and it’s something that I knew that I could handle, dealing with a death and deciding on a death that was really important to me. And I think that kind of defines my internship, how important it was and what a crazy experience I had,” Boltax said. The types of animals admitted by the center depends on the time of year. Toward the end of August and beginning of September, the center sees a lot of squirrels and baby birds after a rainstorm. Other animals Boltax cared for include possums, hawks, geese, turtles, snakes, porcupines, tree frogs and hedgehogs. She admits that Brandeis was not an ideal choice to study veterinary medicine because “there’s actually a really important class that’s required for most veterinary schools that Brandeis doesn’t even offer.” While she has had to supplement her love of animals and veterinary studies with her internship

and volunteering at Northshore Animal League America, an animal shelter in New York, when she goes home, she’s more than satisfied with her decision to be at Brandeis. “I had no idea that I would fit in so well, that the community here was so like-minded to me and that the connections that I would make would be so valuable,” she said. Being at Brandeis has also given Boltax the opportunity to pursue her focus of veterinary medicine with her love of teaching. Boltax is a teaching assistant for “Organic Chemistry” and will be a TA next year for “Organic Chemistry,” “Biology lab,” as well as a practicum she is currently designing. Boltax is currently doing independent research for the Biology and Organic Chemistry Introduction Labs. “I’m basically trying to integrate the two curricula more and make it more cohesive for students who double up during their sophomore year. So, I designed an experiential learning practicum that’s actually coming out next semester,” she said. “I want to incorporate [teaching] into my career somehow, so I’d like to pursue a combined DVM, which is Doctorate Veterinary Medicine Ph.D. program. And I’m probably going to be applying to veterinary school straight out of college, but I really want to be able to use that Ph.D. to teach in the future,” Boltax said. She is excited for this project because “students can enroll in the practicum and they get to have real tangible contributions to sciences. They design and develop and carry out their own unique experiment,” according to Boltax. Eager to combine her love of teaching and animals, Boltax said that although she has always known what she wanted her focus to be, she has finally learned how to combine her passions.

Student Conduct Board encourages conversation on more appropriate sanctions for the various allegations levied against students. “We talk about our conduct process as being one that is characterized by peer judgment, and like so many other sources of learning at Brandeis, students teaching students and interacting with students about their shared experiences both in and outside of the classroom is one of the most effective vehicles for learning and teaching,” Gendron said. The conduct board is made up of 30 students and 28 faculty and staff. Each hearing is heard by one of two panels, an academic panel for allegations regarding testing and classes, or a non-academic panel for social issues. The academic panel consists of one chairperson and four other voters—two faculty and two staff—while the non-academic panel consists of one chairperson, three student voters and either a faculty member or an administrator.

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OPEN FOR DISCUSSION: The Student Conduct Board encourages and engages in discussions about unjust actions on campus.

A hearing takes place when a student denies responsibility for an allegation. “We have between three and four hundred reports that come to us over one academic year, and a very small percentage of those reports actually turn into hearings,” Gendron said. Only about eight to 11 hearings actually took place last year. For any type of hearing, though, fairness is their number one concern. “Because it’s a cozy, small community, we run into issues of conflict of interest. Maybe an accused student was a former roommate of a member of the conduct board, … so [Chan] works with the entire board to ascertain what an appropriate five person panel [would] be,” Gendron said. This concern is seen throughout the board, from Gendron and Chan to the various chairs and board members. “We just want to make sure that we have a fair process where everyone’s voice is heard, different perspectives are given … so that people can really speak up, especially for those who might feel like they don’t have a voice. We want to give a voice to the accused and the accuser,” says Johnson. “It’s a very constructive and educational climate; it’s a very positive and amicable dynamic during the conduct process. It’s not punitive; it’s not shaming; it’s not condescending; it’s meant to bring a bit more focus and structure to the discussion about how it is that the student has come to make choices,” Gendron said. Upholding “Rights and Responsibilities” may go by other titles at different universities, but the Student Conduct Board at Brandeis wants to ensure that students make safe, healthy and just decisions as they strive to be a resource for the University’s students by abiding by a very strict open-door policy for all. But please, don’t hang Christmas lights on your pipes.

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Reelect Obama After his election to the presidency in 2008, President Barack Obama promoted an overarching policy of social change and, reflecting on this past presidential term, we believe he has done just that. Gov. Mitt Romney, though, is tied to a conservative ideology that embraces immense spending cuts, a repeal of integral health care as well as educational services and a platform that is not properly aligned with what our country needs. It is important to reflect on the record of President Obama in his first term in office. President Obama has made it a foremost priority to enforce policies in his term that best reflect the social interests of our country, including furthering the cause for women’s rights. He championed the enforcement of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, a law geared to bridge the pay gap between women and men in the workforce. The President has also pledged to maintain the funding of Planned Parenthood. We would like to distinguish this institution as an organization that does not only provide access to abortions but also lends resources for sexual education, especially to lower- and middle-class communities. Gov. Romney, meanwhile, would cut federal funding for the distribution of these contraceptives, and as a result, limit an essential service to millions of families dependent on this service. President Obama has also made noticeable progress in enfranchising the practices of same-sex couples. His administration made an active effort in repealing Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, an act that limited homosexuals’ involvement in the military. He also has actively lobbied to undermine the Defense of Marriage Act, a policy that has directly inhibited the rights of gay and lesbian couples–even in

Maintain social policy states that sanction same-sex marriages. With the election of Gov. Romney, and the likely prospects of a Supreme Court appointment, landmark social reforms such as Roe v. Wade would be in jeopardy of being overturned. While economic progress has been slow and much of the country has been discontented with this halting measure of change, President Obama has spearedheaded an economic turnaround since his inauguration in 2009. His $840-billion stimulus bill created 2.5 million jobs and reduced unemployment to below eight percent. We commend, however, the platform that Obama has upheld in regard to student aid. He has consistently advocated for extending Pell Grants and other government-sponsored loans to lowerincome students. Gov. Romney, though, has said he would cut these loans and raise interest rates to balance the budget, initiatives that would limit students’ ability to attend institutions such as ours. President Obama, through passing the American Affordable Care Act in 2010, achieved the most sweeping universal health care reform since Medicaid and Medicare were enacted. This reform has provided students with the ability to remain under the coverage of their parents’ health plans until age 26, an instrumental provision in light of the challenges inherent in the job market. Finally, starting in 2014, insurance companies will have to accept all applicants, diverging from the alienating policy of preexisting conditions. For the aforementioned reasons, we endorse President Obama for a second term as president of the United States.

Warren for Senate Brandeis students who have chosen to vote in Massachusetts this November will help decide one of the most hotly contested senatorial races between Republican incumbent Sen. Scott Brown and Democrat Elizabeth Warren. Given the current state of the economy, the affordability and accessibility of a college education is an issue particularly relevant to Massachusetts as a hub of college-life and this University in particular. The choice of Massachusetts’ senator could have an important impact on the availability of federal student loans, as Sen. Brown has voted to cut them in the past. Ms. Warren has been a fierce advocate of affordability in higher education on the campaign trail. To the contrary, Sen. Brown voted in March 2011 to slash $5.7 billion of funding for Pell Grants, a federal loan program, which would have devastating effects on the affordability of a college education. For example, according to Brandeis’ common data set, Brandeis students received more than $4 million in federal loans from 2010 to 2011, and 57 percent of the Class of 2011 received some federal loans while at Brandeis. Sen. Brown has also promised to vote to repeal the Affordable Care Act, a move that would complicate health care coverage for millions of Americans. Par-

Uphold federal student aid ticularly for college students, the health care law allows us to stay on our parents health insurance plans until the age of 26, a much-welcome reprieve. Ms. Warren has promised to defend the law. Ms. Warren and Sen. Brown have similar stances on many social issues, such as gay rights and matters of women’s health like contraceptives and abortions. But, Ms. Warren would more strongly advocate for equality because, unlike Sen. Brown, she would not be hampered by an allegiance to the Republican party. While Sen. Brown has pledged support for a host of social issues like maintaining funding for Planned Parenthood, he also voted along party lines to support the Blunt Amendment. This initiative would have allowed exemptions to the Obama administration’s new birth control coverage provisions, thereby limiting accessibility to birth control. Ms. Warren has proven to be a staunch champion of her beliefs. This board therefore endorses Ms. Warren, as her perseverance and commitment to college affordability and social issues clearly illustrate that she would be a strong voice for Massachusetts in the Senate.

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Monday, Oct. 23 marked the end of the presidential debate season with a spirited discussion on foreign policy. The debates often act as a medium through which candidates appeal to the American public with both their platforms and rhetoric. In this close race, the debates gave the candidates an opportunity to solidify their positions on issues ranging from health care, the economy and foreign policy, among others. Who do you think “won” the debate season and what implications will it have on the rest of the presidential race?

Prof. Maura Farrelly (AMST) I think the big winner was the same winner to come out of all of the televised presidential debates since the formation of the Commission on Presidential Debates in the late 1980s: the two-party system. I suspect many people see these debates as the brainchildren of the news media, but they’re really not. They’re put together by a private commission that represents the interests of the Democratic and Republican parties—and yes, those two parties do have something in common. They both want American voters to see national elections only in terms of “blue” and “red.” When the CPD organizes debates that don’t include Libertarian party candidates (and there is one this year—Gary Johnson) or Green Party candidates or Socialist Party candidates, the winner is the two-party system. Professor Maura Farrelly is the director of the Journalism Program and an assistant professor of American Studies.

Glen Chesir ’15 When analyzing a candidate’s performance in a presidential debate, one must look past the lofty policies and exaggerated rhetoric and instead focus on the candidate’s demeanor when facing adversity and criticism. Neither candidate seemed excessively flustered when criticized or anxious when questioned. In fact, both candidates seemed confident with their responses. Therefore, with the debate season behind us, we are back to where we started pre-debates: without a clear favorite. Glen Chesir is the news director for WBRS and an editorial assitant for the Justice.

Jesse Hart ’14 The popular response seems to be that Romney dominated the first debate, the candidates tied in the second and Obama won the third. In my opinion, although Romney spoke with more fervor and made better faces, Obama won the first debate by pointing out that Romney is good at disagreeing but doesn’t have any plans. The second debate was more like a boxing match where the candidates attacked each other to show their bravado rather than respond to questions with substance. The foreign policy debate was largely composed of shared rhetoric reinforcing our nation’s overseas aggression—there isn’t much of a choice for voters concerned with imperialism. Romney scored points by repeatedly stressing his business acumen and attacking the economic state of our country under Obama. However, Obama gained momentum throughout the debates, and I doubt that Romney made an impact large enough to alter the predictable Obama win. Jesse Hart is an active member of Brandeis Students for Justice in Palestine.

David Clements ’14 This year’s debate season did not directly produce a victor but, rather, a failure. After his rhetorical victory in the first debate, Governor Romney had the opportunity to carry momentum into the subsequent debates and separate himself in the polling. However, his failure to describe how he would execute what he claims to do, coupled by his inability to separate his views from those of the president on international affairs, led many Americans to question his economic strategy and leadership in the international sphere. President Obama’s assertive rhetoric in the final two debates upstaged Governor Romney’s, whose rhetorical stagnation facilitated an easy victory for the president. In a political age that focuses so much on rhetoric and public opinion polls, this outcome will likely have major implications on the election results. David Clements is the undergraduate departmental representative for the Politics Department and is the treasurer for the Student Union.

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Off-campus students disconnected from college By fiona lockyer JUSTICE EditoR

Anyone who lives off-campus can agree: the lifestyle is not perfect. When it snows, we have to shovel ourselves out before we trudge to class. When we study late in the library, it’s a lonely walk home. When we’re sick, the Health Center is far away (ever try walking up that hill with chest congestion?). Cooking and the subsequent dishwashing is hard. Paying utilities bills is never fun (who still uses oil heating and how do you fill the tank?). Obviously, our lifestyle is different than that of those who live on-campus, but different does not need to mean more difficult. I would like to point out a few major detractors from my current student-life experience that are due to my living location, most of which have to do with health and safety. With some adjustment on the part of Brandeis, living in Waltham could be easier, and possibly safer. I decided to move off-campus when I elected to study abroad last fall. By choosing to study abroad in the fall, I was not guaranteed oncampus housing. Without moving off-campus, I could have come home from Africa without a place to stay. Moreover, I knew that even if I did receive housing, there would be a greater chance that I would be living in the Charles River Apartments, which are not truly “oncampus.” I feared that not only would I still be 20 minutes from campus, but that I would be even farther away from amenities such as grocery stores. I felt that my only option was to move off-campus. The University could not guarantee me housing, so I signed a lease. I am a commuter student with a Waltham residence. However, when the Waltham Police came to my home when the music was too loud in September, I was told that they would be informing the Brandeis Campus Police that they had visited. Although I live off campus, I am still subject to all of the rules stated in the Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. According to recent emails from the Office of Student Life, I am also responsible for deterring on-campus students from littering as they walk to and from my home on the weekends. In many ways, I still feel like an oncampus student even though I do not live on Brandeis property. However, when it comes to campus amenities, I am disconnected from the University. For example, I do not have access to Brandeis Emergency Medical Corps. In the police log last week, there was an entry about an offcampus student who was forced to walk his girlfriend, who was experiencing kidney pain, to the parking lot of the 567 South Street Apartments. This was so that she could receive care from

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BEMCo, which does not answer off-campus calls. This is a service that all students fund as paying members of the Student Activity Fund. Yet, access to that service was denied because the callers were not atop the South Street hill. In addition to not receiving care from BEMCo, off-campus students receive very little outreach from the University. On-campus students receive periodic check-ups from their Community Advisers and their Community Development Coordinator. While I am not advocating for an off-campus CDC, having an occasional off-campusfocused email that checks in on our mental health, physical health and safety would be appreciated. Moreover, it would be a responsible action on the part of the Office of Student Life.

In terms of safety, I have already mentioned that the walk to and from campus can be lonely, but it can also feel dangerous. There have been multiple nights that I have called for BranVan services only to hear that the next available off-campus shuttle will be in another hour or two. No student should have to walk home alone late at night from campus. It is simply unsafe. There are no blue emergency lights that guide us home as cars driving along South Street speed down the street and whip around corners. And if there were to be an emergency, who could I call? My lines of communication with the University are blurred because it is unclear which University services I do and do not have access to as a commuter student. At the current levels of enrollment, there is not enough room on campus for every student. However, it’s likely that students will live off-

campus whether there are expanded housing options or not for a variety of reasons: it provides experience with working with landlords and lease signing, and it provides more flexibility in terms of finding competitive pricing for housing. Regardless, the University has a responsibility to provide equal benefits for all students, in the same way that it holds all students to the same expectations in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Nearly all of the shortcomings of off-campus life result from structural problems on the part of the University. A new Student Committee, which Dean Kaplan ’15 is spearheading, can only do so much before the University has to realize that they must make significant structural changes to address these problems. For the sake of the next residents of 5 Sharon Street, Waltham, I hope that they will.

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One of our greatest gifts as human beings is our creative ability. Our capacity to pull an idea out of thin air and turn it into a detailed sculpture, a well-oiled machine or story that moves others to tears is truly incredible. Without getting into the neurological intricacies of the human brain, I believe that creativity is an innate part of our humanness. If you give anyone a piece of paper and a pen, they can create something. The results for some people will be better than others, but everyone is capable of envisioning an idea and putting it down on paper in some way. Yet even with this remarkable potential capacity, there seems to be something about the structure of our society that is holding us back from achieving that full potential. At least in the United States, most of the population is not involved in any kind of significant creative activity. While a very small percentage of the population is creating masterful works of art, writing New York Times Bestsellers and inventing innovative, life-changing devices like the iPhone, the rest of us are wast-

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ing our potential working jobs that require us to bring to life the innovations of others, but leave very little room for our own creative capacities. When we think about this scenario, we usually chock the status quo up to a question of talent. The small percentage of the population that is achieving their creative potential is able to do so because they have the talent required to “make it,” while the rest of us do not. Even though the question of “talent” is a common refrain in our society, I find this explanation to be incredibly unsatisfying because it essentially claims that the vast majority of the population, myself included, never had any creative potential to begin with. Yet, anyone who has ever seen a first-grade classroom during art time knows this can’t be true because children are incredibly creative. Somehow, by the time we become adults we seem to lose their immense creativity, even though we all had it at one point. How can it be that we lose our creativity as we grow older? According to a February 2006 talk at a TED conference, a nonprofit dedicated to sharing “Ideas Worth Spreading”, given by Sir Ken Robinson, an expert on creativity and an international advisor on education in the arts, the answer is simple: Our education system kills creativity. In his lecture, Robinson explains that all children have talents of some kind, but that those talents, more often than

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not, get squandered due to our education system. The system values the importance of being right more than it does the importance of innovation. And while Robinson stresses that he does not intend to conflate being wrong with creativity, as he puts it, “If you’re not prepared to be wrong, you’ll never come up with anything original.” When young children in school are praised for getting the right answer and are marked down and corrected when they get the wrong answer or make a mistake, they not only learn that they should strive for rightness, but they also learn to be afraid of being wrong. Being wrong becomes associated with bad grades, unhappy parents, being embarrassed and perhaps even feeling stupid or inept. As these feelings are continually reinforced throughout our schooling and into college, our fear of wrongness makes us afraid to try anything new or to put forward a different idea that might deviate from the “normal” standards we have been told are right. Although the school system begins this process of socializing children toward being right, this kind of reinforcement continues in the workplace as well. At most companies, even the smallest employee mistake could mean disciplinary action or losing one’s job altogether. With all this insistence on being right, by the time the first-grader with the boundless imagination becomes an adult, her imagination and

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creativity have been confined by the rigid standards of rightness. She can no longer achieve her creative potential, but she doesn’t mind because she has been made to believe that she doesn’t have talent. It’s a sad realization that the education system that is meant to foster young minds and help them grow, is in fact sapping the wealth of our human potential. It’s even sadder when we realize that a university like Brandeis, which talks so much about innovation, creativity and social change, is just as complicit in this process. The classes at Brandeis that foster the most creative ability—drawing, creative writing, theater and the like are capped at very small numbers and are often competitive to get into. And in our last attempt to economize, we suspended new admissions to our Masters of Fine Arts program in theater, slashed the budget of our theater company productions and eliminated the cultural production program, thus making such creativity-fostering programs available to even fewer students. As Robinson says in his lecture, the future is incredibly uncertain. We’re educating children now for a future world that no one has any idea how it will look. But if we want to be successful and make real change in that future world, the biggest mistake we can make is to educate children out of their creativity. More than ever, we need all of humanity to achieve its creative potential.

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Preserve cursive writing Shafaq

hAsan inTo tHe Fire

There’s something indispensable about the romance of a handwritten cursive letter. Experts have made careers out of pouring over the significance of these curves and lines trying to quantify and qualify the arcs into a science. Given the sustained scientific and cultural significance of penmanship, we must still try to preserve the dying art of cursive handwriting. In third grade, I missed the unit on cursive because I had strep throat. I never formally learned how to transition into an “r” or accurately create the loop-the-loop on the “o.” Instead, I adopted my own synthesized version of print and cursive letters when I learned that I could write faster than any of my classmates. And, while my handwriting has changed and been refined over time, the cursive style remained the same. But that was 12 years ago. Now, I’m hard-pressed to find anyone other than my parents, professors and ophthalmologist that still write in cursive. Since then, many New Jersey schools from where I grew up are slowly writing out the handwriting exercise from their curriculums, according to the national Common Core State Standards adopted by New Jersey. These academic standards, followed by 44 states, intend to structure the educational trajectory for students through high school, college and into the work life. In 2004, the CCSS in New Jersey expected students “to write legibly in manuscript or cursive.” However, eight years later, the standards no longer specifically reference cursive as a learning priority for elementary school children. Students are

now required to become proficient in keyboarding and “develop skills related to media use.” This trend doesn’t just start and end in the Garden State. According to Steve Graham, a professor of education at Vanderbilt University, school districts across the country are spending less and less time teaching students the handwriting style. While schools in the past would start the lessons in third grade and continue throughout elementary school, many school districts have stopped the lessons beyond third grade, and it’s not surprising. The dying art can’t stack up to the convenience and demand of technological skills. Consider the similar demise of Newsweek. The magazine announced only a week ago that it will stop circulating print copies of the publication and, instead, will only function as a digital media starting next year. Likewise, newspapers are struggling to remain relevant in a world where most people will receive their news first from either a CNN update on their phone or a trending Twitter hashtag. Although many will still fight for the need of a physical newspaper and the concept of turning the page of a physical book, the encroaching technological world is prevailing over these novelties. And what is the significance of cursive to our technological society where we’ve reduced our feelings down to emoticons? But beyond that, what is the significance of having students learn an outdated, unreadable style when they could be spending that time learning how to type without looking at their keyboards? Learning how to physically write helps students train different parts of their brain. According to Virginia Berninger, a professor of psychology at the University of Washington, while typing, students need only to push a button to formulate an entire letter at once, but handwriting re-

quires the execution of a number of strokes to create one letter. Learning how to use sequential finger movements to generate each segment of a letter activates and engages the storage and management of information sections of the brain. You can only imagine the exercise your brain was getting as you were trying to figure out how in the world you were going to write a “z” in cursive as a child. This cognitive interaction keeps the brain sharp, because with every curvy letter you write, you’re exercising your muscle memory. While print writing is going to be the same every time, cursive inherently requires different lines and transitions depending on the letters and the word. It seems when we exchange the writing utensil for an iPhone, our brains would have to reconsider how to make these previously established connections. Even if you can’t make the perfect “z” every time the way your third grade teacher instructed you, your parents may appreciate a handwritten letter in cursive far more than a hurried text garbled by autocorrect. Penmanship is an integral part of our society’s identity and the culture that has led to the less personal modes of communication like emails, Facebook posts and text messages. While the ability and capacity to communicate with one another has only grown more convenient and useful, these advances in technology can’t replicate the intimate nature of cursive handwriting. The care and precision that needs to be applied to make the handwriting legible is lost when communicating is as easy as pressing send. Although it may seem archaic, formal and unnecessary, cursive empowers young students to learn the most basic skill of writing. It hones the brain in ways technology may not yet be able to reproduce. And if you think that you can’t learn cursive in your twenties, you should consider the nine year olds who already can.

Students should take full advantage of MBTA By NOAH M. HORWITZ JUSTICE staff WRITER

For the past 18-and-a-half years, I have lived in Houston, the self-proclaimed oil capital of the world. Accordingly, with just about everyone driving a car, public transportation is virtually non existent. With no subway or commuter rail, the inner city is roughly connected with a patchwork of old, unreliable buses. Needless to say, moving to the Boston area was quite the adjustment. Immediately, I took full advantage of the public transportation. In the first two weeks of school, I made my way to my brother’s house in Allston, Mass. I visited friends at Harvard University and even journeyed to the airport, through a mix of trains, subways, buses and the subway-bus hybrid known as the “silver line.” While I do know that recent fare hikes and service cuts have caused some to fret about the usefullness of public transportation, I feel as a college student in the Boston area, that the MBTA is one of the greatest resources at my disposal. Every Brandeis student should be encouraged to explore the great city of Boston and take advantage of the ease and accessibility of the MBTA. Oftentimes, when I take the commuter rail or 70 bus into the city, I can count the number of fellow Brandeis students on one hand. As someone who is used to the independence of driving a car during high school, I was somewhat concerned coming to Brandeis about the idea of going stir-crazy in an isolated suburb. However, the commuter rail and the 70 bus on Main Street have allowed me to regain this independence with two routes into Cambridge, day or night, seven days a week.

Further, public transportation has given me a unique opportunity to explore and get my bearings in a new city. This has allowed for independence in a way that getting a ride from another student would not, because the requirement to explore the city yourself is quite endearing, and is an indubitable way to become acquainted with getting around the city. It is often said that a person will only make the same mistake once, and I can think of no truer words for anyone who has accidentally boarded the wrong subway at South Station. Taking public transportation has forced me to come to grips with a better understanding with the tantalizing way this city’s street system has been laid out, and has caused me to develop a rudimentary way of navigating around Boston. . Since Waltham is a suburb of Boston, and not directly within the city limits, students may feel removed from the city in a way that students at Harvard University or Boston University may not. However, even though we are geographically outside of the city, we are not outside of the greater Boston area, and we are certainly not outside of the scope of the MBTA’s coverage area. With so many young people in the Boston area, we should celebrate our cultural unity with the surrounding areas and be more open towards a commute, using the MBTA, into the city every so often. As many Brandeis students do not have cars, the MBTA allows freedom of transportation for all of us. Indeed, being from a place without any mass transit system to speak of, I am not going to waste one day or squander one moment simply because I do not have a car on campus.

Political activism takes new forms with evolving world Naomi

Volk Et cetera

Are we, as a generation, somehow lacking in the area of activism? Have we failed our predecessors with minimal political engagement? A recent article on Forbes’ website posted, that, “many older activists dismiss Millennials as slackavists for their preference towards digital advocacy rather than hitting (or sitting on) the pavement.” Forbes contends that Generation Y focuses more on activism through a social media context, causing older generations to question our generation’s ability to be truly active in the political sphere. But while our generation’s style of protest differs from more conventional forms, it does not imply a lack of passion regarding the issues. Traditional forms of protest seem as though they are from a long-forgotten era, one where people had large amounts of time to dedicate to the political process. In our fast-paced, modern era where we are perpetually plugged into technology, social media can seem like a better medium with a more instant reward. As an active member of the Brandeis Democrats, it can sometimes be frustrating trying to get large numbers of people on campus to actively play a role in the political process doing things such as canvassing and going to protests. But, in reality, these conventional forms of engagement, while effective, are just not tailored to our generation. Instead of spending an entire day holding up a sign, we focus our attention on social media. We post articles

to Facebook, engage in heated political arguments online and tweet as we listen to the presidential debates. Although we don’t feel compelled to spend large amounts of time acting the way older activists do, it does not mean that we tune out of the larger political landscape. The Forbes article quotes Joe Kessler of the Intelligence Group, who says, “Our research indicates they are significantly engaged, but are less active in [individual] actions. [Their social activism] is insinuated in every aspect of their lives.” Instead of making a statement through protest, we integrate our feelings into the ways we live our lives—through being environmentally conscious with what products we buy and use and treating all people as humans, with tolerance for all. We see activism as a part of who we are as people, especially at a social justice-minded school like Brandeis. We volunteer, we discuss and we are conscious in our everyday decisions. But being engaged in our dayto-day lives does not equal policy change. I am proud to be of a generation where people take larger issues to heart, spread awareness about issues and make changes to their daily lives. However, I also recognize that the government cannot, for the most part, see this kind of interaction. And if we truly care about these issues, we need to make sure our government reflects that. Our new forms of activism are great in that they constantly engage us, but they are not enough to actually create change in the world. To do so, we need to borrow from some older forms of protest and tailor them to fit our generation. Making our voices heard by those in power doesn’t require the huge time commitment that older forms of activism, like attending protests and canvassing, require. Traditional forms of protest are incredibly effec-

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tive, and, based on my experience, can also be really enjoyable. But in our modern-day world, they are not the only options. Taking a stand can be as simple and quick as signing an online petition, which just takes a click of the mouse. This is a modern day incarnation of an old form of protest, transformed in such a way that it becomes easy for Millenials to take part. We no longer need to be the people walking around getting others to sign a petition, we can now find ones online and stand with the masses. Another great option would be calling a Congresssional Representative. By leaving a message or talking to a secretary, calling, like the online pe-

tition, lets the government know that you care about this issue. And really, in a representative democracy, isn’t listening to constituents the job of the government? I know that this can be done here at Brandeis. Two years ago, we came together to work to repeal Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. I know the Brandeis Democrats and Triskelion, at least, worked together and had Brandeisians call their Representatives to urge the repeal. And it worked—the policy was repealed, at least partially because the government saw that the American public, including Brandeisians, cared about the issue. That three-

minute phone call made a whole lot of difference. Yes, one of the best ways to be seen, and heard, is through the traditional forms of protest–—there’s a reason why they’ve stuck around for so many years. But maybe it’s not practical to assume that our generation will follow that path. And as long as we continue to give even a little bit of our time to expand on the social media discussions we so willingly have, we can still ensure that our government is responsive to the will of the people. We can use transformed versions of old forms of protest in order to create a political sphere that reflects our changing world.

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SWIMMING AND DIVING

squads return to a UAA meet after a three-year absence. By BEN FREUDMAN JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

The men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams participated in their second competition of the season in the Mini-University Athletic Association meet at the University of Rochester last Friday and Saturday. In addition to Rochester, the Judges faced New York University, Carnegie Mellon University, and Case Western Reserve University over the two-day meet that featured 41 events. The big story for the Judges was the performance of Max Fabian ’15 in the 1,650-yard freestyle. Not only did he win the race, but he also shattered the school record by seven seconds with a time of 16 minutes, 36.09 seconds. “He kept a good tempo throughout, while most of the other swimmers slowed down,” said David Lazarovich ’16. All of Fabian’s 50-yard splits hung around 30 seconds, but Fabian picked up the pace at precisely the right times, completing his first 200 yards in less than two minutes and finishing his final 100 yards in less than one minute. Fabian swam stroke-forstroke against Carnegie freshman Christopher Wysocki, whom he eventually beat by four seconds. Given Fabian’s emergence in the first few meets of the season, there is the potential that he could qualify for the 1,650 at the NCAA Division III Championship meet. “I’m sure if Fabian works on it, he’ll have [the qualifying time] by the end of the season,” Lazarovich said. Fabian would have to cut off about 40 seconds to qualify for the meet. Although that figure may sound intimidating, his teammates believe that he has the potential to improve his time.

Fabian also competed in the 200yard individual medley, coming in 13th, the 200-yard freestyle, placing 16th, the 200-yard butterfly, taking 11th, the 500-yard free-style, snagging 10th and 400-yard individual medley, finishing 12th. The men are a small and young team, composed of only three seniors, one junior, two sophomores, and three freshmen. Lazarovich, along with Brian Luk ’16, have had success in the young season. They both won races last week against Wheaton College, and were not far off from their winning times at Rochester this weekend. The female Judges have plenty of youth in common with the men’s team. Three years removed from its last season, the team is looking to build a young core for the future. And it was the younger Judges who registered the top performances at Rochester this weekend. Lauren Cruz ’16, who won the 200yard backstroke last week against Wheaton College, competed in the 200yard individual medley and finished 13th overall with a time of 2:24.02. She also swam the 200-yard freestyle in 2:08.71, placing 15th. Meanwhile, diver Eliza Koppelman ’15 scored 160.90 points in the one-meter dive, placing seventh. She also placed eighth in the three-meter dive, posting 131.40 points. “It was a tough meet in general because we were competing against top schools,” she said. “There were bigger teams who were tougher than us.” While dual meets feature two teams going head-to-head, exposure to larger and more experienced schools will certainly pay dividends later in the season and in the long run due to the experience of competing against more seasoned squads. “We pulled through together because our competition was so strong,” said Ruth Zeilicovich ’14. The Judges resume competition Saturday at Roger Williams University.

CROSS COUNTRY

Squads measure progress at meet ■ The cross-country team

competed against strong squads at the UAA event. By TARA GORDON JUSTICE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Racing Saturday at the University Athletic Association championships in Rochester, N.Y., the men’s and women’s cross-country squads were able to get a good indicator of where they are two weeks before the NCAA Division III Regional Championship. While both squads didn’t have the days that they would have wanted as they both finished eighth out of their respective eight team fields it is important to remember that the UAA is arguably the toughest Division III conference in the country. The men’s side features No.10 Washington University in St. Louis, No.12 New York University, No.19 Carnegie Mellon University, No.22 University of Rochester, No.23 The University of Chicago and No.32 Case Western Reserve University. The women’s competition featured No.8 UChicago, No.16 NYU, No.18 Case, No.27 WashU and No.31 Rochester. “We didn’t race as well as we would have wanted to,” said Victoria Sanford ’14, who led the women with a time of 23 minutes, 1.2 seconds. “But, there’s nothing we can do about it now except for look towards [NCAA Division III] Regionals.” The men’s team, which scored 186 points, was led by Ed Colvin ’14, who finished the eight kilometer course in 25 minutes, 30 seconds, good for 9th

place and all-UAA honors. Behind Colvin were Alex Kramer ’13, who finished 33rd in 26:10, Michael Rosenbach ’15, who took 46th in 26:30, and Jarret Harrigan ’15, who placed 51st in 26:36. Rounding out the scoring for the men’s squad was Mik Kern ’13, whose 27:24 effort placed him 69th out of the competitive 78 runner field. For the women, who earned 183 points, frontrunner Sanford finished in 21st place. Fellow classmates Amelia Lundkvist ’14 and Ali Kirsch ’14 finished 29th and 43rd in 23:14 and 23:36, respectively. It was Lundkvist’s first race of the season, as she has been battling injury. Maggie Hensel ’16 led the younger Brandeis runners, taking 58th place with a time of 24:22. Finishing off the scoring squad was Erin Bisceglia ’12 MA ’13, who took 56th in 24:55. First years Kelsey Whitaker ’16 and Rachel Keller ’16 took 76th and 77th, timing in at 25:37, and 26:37 respectively. And while they weren’t happy with the way that the meet went overall, they know that the real test of their mettle will come in two weeks’ time on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the NCAA Division III Regional Championships at Westfield State University. Sanford, in particular, said that sticking to a similar plan to the one the team did in training last year could help the team rebound. “Last year, we [the women’s team] placed 10th at Regionals after having an off race at UAA’s,” she said. “We’re sticking to the same plan as last year, having a hard week this week and an easy week before Regionals. Hopefully we can do well again this year."

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HANDS UP

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HANDS UP: Outside hitter Susan Sun ’13 (left) and middle blocker Carly Gutner-Davis ’15 battle Westfield State University.

VBALL: Seniors shine to end year CONTINUED FROM 12 and came and helped each other out,” Berens said. “Everyone contributed in that game, and it was really good to see.” The Judges won 12 of the first 15 points in the first set and led 18-5 midway in the set against Westfield state. Although the Owls battled to cut the Judges’ lead, they committed 10 errors in the set and fell by 13 points. The second and third sets proved to be the same story for the Judges, who dominated play offensively and defensively for the rest of the match. The Owls led for only one point in the second set, and although Westfield opened the third set with a 5-1 lead, the Judges won the next seven points and did not trail for the remainder of the match. The Judges finished the win against Westfield State with 26 kills and 16 errors, whereas the Owls had 13 kills and 28 errors. “It was a great final [home] game

for us seniors,” Fischer said. Earlier in the day, the Judges defeated Keene State, who came into the match 16-14, by scores of 25-20, 25-22, 18-25 and 25-21. Although Kim was pleased with the win against the Keene State squad, who she said was going to be the toughest match for the Judges in the tournament, she noted the team’s sporadic play over the course of the match. “We were a little bit up and down and a little inconsistent, but we were able to pull it out, so that was a good win,” she said. Outside hitter Liz Hood ’15 led the Judges with 18 kills. She also contributed five digs to the win. Berens recorded 10 winners, and setter Yael Einhorn ’14 had 44 of the team’s 50 assists. The Judges had nine service aces, six of which came from outside hitter Si-Si Hensley ’14. Einhorn contributed two aces, while Sun had the remaining service winner. In the first match of the Judges Classic on Friday, the

Judges defeated Lasell College 2521, 25-13 and 25-7. The Judges recorded 48 kills compared to 16 errors in the win against their local rivals, who hit only 16 kills and committed 17 errors. Hood had a team-high 11 kills, while middle blocker Carly Gutner-Davis ’14 recorded a careerhigh 10 kills. Fischer also had nine kills and two blocked shots. The Judges finish the regular season with the University Athletic Association Championships this weekend at Emory University. They face the University of Chicago to open the tournament on Friday, and they will then face rival squads depending on how the other matches fare. “Hopefully, we’ll get some good practices this week and get down to Atlanta and play our best,” Kim said. “I think we need to play like we did in this final match. We need to have fun and play as a team,” said Fischer.

WSOCCER: Judges have ups, downs CONTINUED FROM 12 time, the Judges walked away with a 0-0 draw against the No. 1 team in the nation. The Judges also broke the school record for shutouts in a season with 12. Dallamora noted that the sterling defensive effort this season could not have been achieved without her squad or staff. “Our defense has been great, but we also have two extremely hardworking goalkeepers in Savuto and Kofinas,” she said. “We also have to thank Neil Caine, our goalkeeper coach, who has really helped the duo to a terrific season.” The Judges continued to struggle, though, offensively, ceding an 8-0 shot advantage to the Eagles. However, defender Kelly Peterson ’14 anchored the line and Kofinas fended off a key shot to maintain a scoreless tie after the first half. The Judges’ offense came back

to life in the second half with four shots against Emory. Forward Dara Spital ’15 possessed a key scoring opportunity in the 64th minute with a free kick inside the penalty box. The Eagles’ goalie held firm and swatted the ball away to maintain the draw. Savuto impressed on her end as well, saving four shots. Midfielder Mary Shimko ’14 offered up two scoring efforts for the Judges in the 91st and 99th minute, providing long-range shots that veered just wide of the net. Spital had one last opportunity in the 107th minute, racing with senior goalie Kaele Leonard for a ball that landed precariously close to the net. Leonard dived in front for the ball and prevented the goal, leading to a 0-0 tie. The Judges, though, had no problem in the scoring department with a 3-1 victory over Lasell College last Tuesday. They fired off the first four shots of the game before breaking

through in the 21st minute. Spital fired off a clean shot from five yards out to secure her team-leading 10th goal of the season and a 1-0 lead. The squad reeled off four more shots to start the second half but, in the 63rd minute, Robinson eventually knocked in the game-winner off a cross from forward Sapir Edalati ’15. Lasell countered with a goal in the 74th minute but Edalati provided an insurance effort, striking with a 35yard goal in the 87th minute to hand the Judges a 3-1 victory. Dallamora was optimistic about the team’s chances for post-season success, even after a challenging weekend. “We played well, and if we win out against [New York University], we could possibly land an [NCAA] bid,” she said. The Judges conclude regular-season action with a road match at New York University this Saturday at 11 a.m.

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CLUB SPORTS

jUDGES BY THE NUMBERS Men’s Soccer UAA STANDINGS

TEAM STATS Goals

Not including Monday’s games UAA Conference Overall W L D W L D Pct. Carnegie 4 1 1 12 2 1 .833 WashU 4 2 0 10 4 1 .700 JUDGES 3 2 1 15 2 1 .861 Emory 3 2 1 9 6 2 .588 Rochester 2 1 3 9 3 3 .700 Chicago 2 3 1 8 4 4 .625 NYU 2 3 1 10 6 1 .618 Case 0 6 0 3 13 1 .206

Lee Russo ’13 leads the team this season with 12 goals. Player Goals Lee Russo 12 Sam Ocel 9 Tyler Savonen 6 Kyle Feather 6

Assists Sam Ocel ’13 is the current team leader with eight assists. Player Sam Ocel Lee Russo Tyler Savonen Kyle Feather

UPCOMING GAMES The men will conclude their regular season with a match at New York University on Saturday.

Assists 8 6 6 5

WOMen’s Soccer UAA STANDINGS

TEAM STATS

Not including Monday’s games

Goals

UAA Conference Overall W L D W L D Pct. WashU 5 0 1 15 1 1 .893 Carnegie 4 1 1 10 0 4 .857 Chicago 4 2 0 12 5 0 .706 Emory 3 1 2 11 1 5 .794 NYU 2 3 1 10 6 1 .618 JUDGES 1 3 2 12 4 2 .600 Case 1 4 1 7 6 4 .529 Rochester 0 6 0 3 12 1 .219

Dara Spital ’15 leads the team this season with 10 goals. Player Goals Dara Spital 10 Sapir Edalati 6 Holly Szafran 5 Mary Shimko 3

UPCOMING GAMES: The women will conclude their regular season with a match at New York University on Saturday.

Assists Dara Spital ’15 leads the team this year with four assists. Player Assists Dara Spital 4 Sapir Edalati 4 Alec Spivack 3 Alyssa Fenenbock 3

VOLLEYBALL UAA STANDINGS

TEAM STATS Kills

Not including Monday’s games UAA Conference Overall W L W L Pct. WashU 6 1 0 27 2 0 .931 Emory 6 1 0 29 5 0 .853 Chicago 6 1 0 26 9 0 .743 Case 4 3 0 23 9 0 .719 Rochester 2 5 0 21 10 0 .677 Carnegie 2 5 0 14 16 0 .467 JUDGES 1 6 0 19 11 0 .633 NYU 1 6 0 17 14 0 .548

UPCOMING GAMES: This weekend, the Judges will travel to Emory University to take on the University of Chicago on Friday.

Liz Hood ’15 leads the team in kills this year with 407. Player Kills Liz Hood 407 Si-Si Hensley 218 Lauren Berens 202 Becca Fischer 168

Digs Elsie Bernaiche ’15 leads the team in digs this year with 542. Player Digs Elsie Bernaiche 542 Si-Si Hensley 292 Susan Sun 230 Yael Einhorn 229

cross cOuntry Results from Saturday’s University Athletic Association Meet.

TOP FINISHERS (Men’s)

TOP FINISHERS (Women’s)

RUNNER TIME Ed Colvin 25:30.80 Alex Kramer 26:10.10 Michael Rosenbach 26:30.50 Jarrett Harrigan 26:36.-05

RUNNER TIME Victoria Sanford 23:01.20 Amelia Lundkvist 23:14.60 Ali Kirsch 23:36.00 Maggie Hensel 24:22.30

UPCOMING EVENTS: The men and women will race at the New England Division III Regional Meet on Nov. 10, their concluding meet.

COURTESY OF LAURABEN MOORE

FREE FOR ALL: Carly Lenhoff ’13 (left) tosses the ball to Natasha Gordon ’15 (right) in a win over Mount Holyoke College.

Women’s rugby vies for glory in the postseason ■ The women’s rugby squad

has made great strides in the past decade, advancing to its first playoff season. By HENRY LOUGHLIN JUSTICE EDITORIAL ASSISTANT

Although Saturday’s defeat against Smith College in this year’s New England Wide Collegiate Rugby Conference signified the end of the season for the women’s rugby team, there were many positives to take from this season. Initially a thriving team on the Brandeis club sports scene during the 1990s, the team was a perennial powerhouse. However, the club saw a lull in retention rates in the beginning of the 2000s. Yet, LauraBen Moore’14 states that there are brighter days ahead for a team that has just recently found its way back to prominence. “In the last two to three years, there have been massive changes in retention rates, attendance, and membership,” said Moore. “In 2010, we had eight veterans. However, when looking at this year, we had 17 returners. You

need 15 for a team.” “We always say that the result of increased participation is culture, not coincidence,” added Moore. We’re starting to develop a culture on campus.” Most notably, the team was invited to become one of 11 Division III teams in the NEWCRC. According to Moore, the NEWCRC was founded by teams who were tired of playing in non-competitive conferences. Additionally, joining the conference was a significant accomplishment because membership is by invitation only. “We play very competitive teams,” said Moore. “We play schools like Smith, the [United States] Coast Guard Academy, Wheaton College and Mount Holyoke College.” The club’s upward trajectory was key in its invitation to the conference. And, according to Moore, the emergence of the squad has resulted in praise from many of the Conference’s more established and experienced clubs. In addition to the athletic accomplishments of the club, Moore also noted the diversity of the team.

“We have every major, every body type, every year, every type of person,” she said. “We’re very inclusive.” What makes the accomplishments of the club even more notable is the small size of the team, both in terms of numbers and size. “We have girls on our team who are 110 pounds with bags of sand in their pockets,” she joked. “But we have great fight and great determination.” The most telling fact about this year’s team is that it was able to qualify for the Division III playoffs for the first time in more than a decade. Yet, this season’s accomplishments are not the end of the road. Moore said that while the semifinals were a great success for the squad this year, they will look to win the competition next year. Given its recent resurgence, one might imagine that there are even better days ahead for the women’s rugby team. After a surge to the semifinals of the Division III playoffs for the first time in 10 years, the sky is the limit for this young and emergent squad that has returned to the fold of Brandeis club sports.

NATIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE PREVIEW Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat stand out in a field of formidable rivals for 2012-13 season The NBA season starts tonight. The off-season has brought a change of scenery for many players. Center Dwight Howard and point guard Steve Nash were traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, while shooting guard Ray Allen signed with the champion Miami Heat. On Saturday, the Oklahoma City Thunder traded shooting guard James Harden to the Houston Rockets. Before the trade, the Thunder were primed to make a run to the finals again this year. The trade shifts the power in the Western Conference to the Lakers. Many teams will showcase their up-and-coming talent this season. The Washington Wizards will surprise some, perhaps to make a run at the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. The newly coined Brooklyn Nets are a force to be reckoned with in the Atlan-

tic Division. The Cleveland Cavaliers have a nucleus of young players who are poised to take the next step. The Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves both made moves to make a push for the upper-echelon teams. This leaves this upcoming NBA season with two legitimate title contenders and four teams that could push their way into the finals if everything works in their favor. The Top Two The Miami Heat added key players over the off-season and kept their core intact. James has reportedly improved even more. While he doesn’t have that chip on his shoulder, he still will carry the Heat deep into the playoffs. The Lakers have one of the greatest starting lineups in NBA history. The defense of Gasol and Howard will

wreak havoc in the paint, and shooting guard Kobe Bryant, with Nash running the point and Pau Gasol and Howard inside, will have more open shots than he has ever seen. If this team gels come playoff time, they will be unstoppable. The Next Five The Thunder traded away their chances at competing with the Lakers for the top spot in the Western Conference. Small forward Kevin Durant and point guard Russell Westbrook can carry this team to the No. 2 seed. The Los Angeles Clippers shored up their already formidable bench by trading for power forward Lamar Odom and signing forwards Matt Barnes and Grant Hill. The play of point guard Chris Paul and power forward Blake Griffin will win the Clippers a lot of games this season, but the play of the

bench, led by guards Eric Bledsoe and Jamal Crawford, will determine whether this team takes the next step into the elite. Despite its aging squad, the San Antonio Spurs still have a legitimate shot at the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. They are getting old, but they have a very deep bench. The Spurs could be the number No. 1 for a third straight season. Last season, the Indiana Pacers surprised many experts by finishing third in the Eastern Conference. They won’t surprise anyone this year. They made one lateral move–they traded point guard Darren Collison and signed D.J. Augustin, but otherwise have the same team as last season. Center Roy Hibbert and shooting guard Paul George showed flashes of greatness last season. If they play up to their potential,

the Pacers could find themselves in the second spot in the Eastern Conference. The most intriguing team this season is the Boston Celtics. Center Kevin Garnett and small forward Paul Pierce are getting older. Many experts wrote them off last season as sellers for the upcoming off-season. Instead, they signed guards Jason Terry, Courtney Lee and Leandro Barbosa and have forward Jeff Green coming back from heart surgery. If they stay healthy, the Celtics will give the Heat a run for their money. This NBA season, seven teams all have a chance to call themselves world champions. If the top two stay healthy and gel, the Heat should find themselves in a battle with the Lakers in the NBA finals. — Jacob Moskowitz

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VOLLEYBALL

Seniors succeed in final matches at home

■ The volleyball squad gave its seniors a weekend to remember by downing three different opponents from the New England region. By JOSH ASEN JUSTICE SENIOR WRITER

It could not have been a better Senior Day weekend for the volleyball team last Friday and Saturday. The Judges won all three of their matches and dropped just one set in the Judges Classic hosted at Brandeis. They swept Westfield State College in the final match on Saturday and also defeated Keene State College 3-1 earlier that day. In the squad’s first match of the tournament, they ousted Lassel College 3-0. The Judges are 19-11 on the season and have the most wins since the 2008 squad, which finished 19-13. In the match against Westfield, the Judges won by scores of 25-12, 25-18 and 25-13. “I think we just kind of set the tone right from the start and set the pace of the game,” said coach Michelle Kim. “They didn’t play all that great, and instead of playing down to their level, we raised our level to where it needed to be and kept it that way.” The win against Westfield State was the final home match for middle blockers Lauren Berens ’13 and Becca Fischer ’13, as well as for defensive specialist Susan Sun ’13. Berens led the squad with seven kills, and Fischer added four kills, two blocked shots and two block assists, while Sun recorded two kills. Each senior was honored and given flowers by their families before the match. “I think in that last match, we really came together as a team and everyone just wanted to win

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IT'S MINE: Right back Robbie Lynch '15 manuevers past Emory sophomore midfielder Michael Rheaume during Friday night's UAA contest, which the Judges won.

Matches yield victory and defeat ■ Sunday’s game proved the

first home loss for the men’s soccer team, while Friday’s match was a key win for the Judges’ postseason hopes. By HENRY LOUGHLIN JUSTICE EDITORIAL ASSISTANT

Although the men’s soccer team dropped from the pinnacle of the University Athletic Association standings this weekend by losing 2-1 at home to Carnegie Mellon University Sunday, the team’s bid for an NCAA Division III Tournament bid is still alive. Sitting at 15-2-1 after Sunday’s defeat, the Judges defeated Emory University 3-1 last Friday. The victory over the Eagles followed Tuesday’s 5-0 rout of Mount Ida College. “It was really disappointing,” said coach Mike Coven about the loss to Carnegie. “We made some mistakes, we gave the ball away in our defensive half. The two goals we conceded were both because we gave the ball away.”

Right from the start of the game, Carnegie attacked the Judges, using its pace and movement to fluster the Judges’ defense. However, it was the hosts who took the lead 14 minutes into the game. Right back Robbie Lynch ’15 set classmate Tyler Savonen ’15 free. The forward took a touch before slotting past junior goalkeeper Christopher Madden to give the Judges a 1-0 advantage. Yet, there would be three minutes of madness towards the end of the half that gave Carnegie the upper hand. Tartans’ junior midfielder Chris Wysocki beat goalie Blake Minchoff ’13 with a shot to the far-right corner with six minutes and 16 seconds left in the half. Then, just two minutes, 17 seconds later, junior forward Max Tassano got a massive slice of luck when his 20-yard effort hit two defenders, rooting Minchoff to the spot and finding its way into the net for a 2-1 advantage that, despite several great chances by the Judges, stood for the rest of the game. Friday’s game was very different. Midfielder Sam Ocel ’13 was quick

to run at Emory’s defense, having two efforts saved in the opening minutes. However, despite brilliant play from Emory freshman goalie Abe Hannigan to deny the attacker on those occasions, Ocel broke the deadlock in the 22nd minute. A cross-field ball from midfielder Kyle Feather ’14 found the waiting Ocel at the back post, who made no mistake from close range to put the Judges on top with 21:17 gone. The Eagles didn’t hang their heads, though, and had two great chances to tie it. First, a long throw-in resulted in freshman midfielder Connor Curtin heading against the crossbar, with Minchoff beaten. Minchoff then came to his team’s rescue just before the half, when he tipped over a dipping volley from sophomore midfielder Stephen Gathman that was headed in. Ocel then gave the Judges breathing room in the second half. Just three minutes and 11 seconds after the break, forward Lee Russo ’13 took a throw-in from the right side, which caused mayhem in the Eagles’ penalty box. After the ball bounced around for a moment, Ocel was able to get his head on it and send it home for a 2-0 lead.

Savonen made it 3-0 with nine minutes and 22 seconds left, finishing a through-ball from midfielder Josh Hacunda ’13. Senior midfielder Andrew Nataliano pulled one back for Emory in the 88th minute, curling a free-kick from around the wall and into the righthand corner of the net. However, the goal couldn’t spoil the mood of the crowd, who celebrated the key 3-1 victory with great fervor. Last Tuesday’s game was a good chance for some new faces to get a run out. In that match, Ocel opened the scoring less than five minutes in, finishing a nice ball from Russo. Russo grabbed one of his own just moments later, slotting home a ball from Feather, who scored the next two goals in the 14th and 58th minutes. Forward Chris Bradley ’16 capped the scoring in the 79th minute. Despite the setback against Carnegie, Coven remains hopeful. “We might be able to get [an NCAA Division III Tournament bid], but we have to win at NYU,” he said of the Judges last game on Saturday at 11 a.m. “We’ve got to win.”

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Squad takes positive perspective from games despite loss ■ Despite losing to Carnegie

Mellon University, a tie with top-ranked Emory University was a great team result. By ADAM RABINOWITZ JUSTICE EDITOR

The women’s soccer squad trotted out to Gordon Field on Senior Day with an opportunity to make a bold statement in a match against Carnegie Mellon University, the leaders of the University Athletic Association.

While the Judges lost 4-0 against the Tartans Sunday, the squad forced a 0-0 draw with Emory University, the No. 1 ranked team in the country, just two days earlier. Carnegie Mellon senior forward Brianna Magill halted the Judges’ momentum in just the eighth minute, finishing a through ball from junior forward Alex Venegas to hand the Tartars a 1-0 lead. The Judges faced an early deficit and barely had time to regroup before disaster struck again. Venegas charged goalie Francine Kofinas ’13 after receiving a cross from the middle of the field, and she fired off a

shot in the 25th minute that flew past the outstretched hands of Kofinas into the top-left corner of the crossbar. The Judges stared down a 2-0 deficit, and with it, an uphill battle by the end of the first half. Kofinas recovered for the remainder of her time in goal, recording a seasonhigh 61 minutes in goal while allowing two goals and earning two saves. Defender Emma Eddy ’15 also kept the Tartans’ offense in check throughout much of the game. She managed to clear the ball off the line in both the 42nd and 62nd minutes, defusing two potentially costly offensive opportuni-

ties. Goalie Michelle Savuto ’15 entered the game in the 62nd minute, and soon after, the Tartans rediscovered their offensive prowess. Venegas struck again for Carnegie in the 67th minute, firing off a shot in off of the left post to increase the visitors’ lead to three goals. Sophomore forward Savina Reid rounded out the scoring for the Tartans with a well-placed header in the 71st minute. While the Judges struggled to compose an offensive attack, rookie midfielder Mathilde Robinson ’16 fired off two shots, one of which was on target.

The Judges drop to 12-4-2 overall and 1-3-2 in the UAA with the loss. Coach Denise Dallamora cited that the squad struggled to capitalize on key offensive opportunities and, thus needs to improve on finishing goals. “We win once we connect up top and get ourselves in scoring position,” she said. “This way, we finish well and can improve on our offensive struggles.” The Judges, after a home match against Emory on Friday, looked like an entirely different team. The defense was impenetrable, and after a gritty match that was sent into double-over-

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A performance by Thomas Derrah and John Kuntz of Voltaire and Frederick: a Life of Letters was performed last week. Robert Hill played partitas by Bach on the harpsichord in the Slosberg Music Center.

Acatoberfest featured a cappella group Starving Artists along with several other groups from Boston-area universities.

ADC Unleashed: Dancefest 2012 was a successful concert by Adagio, featuring 22 groups performing a variety of genres.

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The Brandeis Ensemble Theater presented Metamorphoses, incorporating unique uses of lighting and sound.

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OFF CAMPUS ■ ‘Cloud Atlas’ Review

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Cloud Atlas, based on the novel of the same name, is interesting but chaotic in its presentation.

■ MFA Exhibit Review

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The exhibit, featuring the photography of Mario Testino, makes for an exciting chronology of his career.

■ Book Review

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Mariya Timkovsky ’14 reviews Quicksand from her American literature class.

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by Erica Cooperberg

It’s been an uneventful week in the world of celebrity news—everyone was probably so focused on making their Halloween outfits they completely forgot to remain entertaining—but thankfully, we can always rely on reality television to provide a little bit of fun and excitement. Although I guess this hasn’t exactly been the best week for all reality stars… Bachelorette stars, this set of news is for you– and I’m sorry to report it isn’t too good. Emily Maynard, the eighth and most recent Bachelorette of the series, has officially split from her former fiancé and show-winner Jeff Holm. But honestly, was this really a surprise? Despite Holm’s July proposal to the single mother of 7-year-old daughter Ricki, the two weren’t exactly experiencing newly-engaged bliss. In fact, the former couple has been a reality roller coaster throughout the summer. In mid-August, Maynard caused a rift after Holm discovered inappropriate text messages and photos to and from another man on his fiancée’s phone. Perhaps rift is an understatement—the explicit messages were discovered when Maynard and her daughter were vacationing with Holm and his family, turning her actions into quite the scene. And Holm wasn’t innocent either—he started reaching out to former girlfriends, even meeting up with one in early September in a hotel. All in all, it seems pretty incredible that these two made their engagement last a full five months. Romantic TV life isn’t the only kind with some drama. Heard of a little show called American Idol? The once uber-popular singing competition is entering its 12th season and, naturally, trying to freshen things up with some new faces. Who are the 2012-2013 judges chosen to assess singers’ abilities? Randy Jackson, Keith Urban, Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj. While it’s possible that these artists were chosen for their accomplishments in the field, it’s more likely they were hand-selected to revive ratings—and

Rassp brings life to Ovid’s famous work of poems  Jess Rassp ’13, an English major and Theater Arts minor, directed her first show, ‘Metamorphoses.’

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JUDGE: Mariah Carey has joined ‘American Idol.’ they certainly are creating a buzz. Specifically, the two ladies have reportedly been feuding; but what seems to have begun as a rumor stirred up by the show’s producers has escalated to real life. On Oct. 2, as Us Weekly reported, a video hit the Internet revealing Nicki Minaj’s profanityfilled reaction on the set Idol after having a disagreement with Carey about a contestant: “I’m not f—kin’ putting up with Her F—kin’ Highness.” This is not to say that the original diva is totally innocent—reportedly, Carey has made known her belief that Minaj can’t sing and has been making jabs at her fellow judge since filming began. Mariah’s husband, Nick Cannon, has even been getting in on the feud, reportedly refusing to spin any Minaj songs. Ridiculous as this feud may seem, it might be what Idol producers were hoping for—after all, it got me talking about the show again. But honestly, I think it’s just easier to stick to scripted television.

What’s happening in Arts on and off campus this semester

ON-CAMPUS EVENTS

Dor Guez: Artist Talk & Exhhibition Catalogue Launch

Join artist Dor Guez as he speaks about his work, currently exhibited at the Rose. Guez is the 2012 Perlmutter Artist-in-Residence. The beautiful exhibition catalogue for “Dor Guez: 100 Steps to the Mediterranean” is hot off the presses, and will be on sale for $25 at the event. It is also available now at the Rose front desk during open hours. Refreshments and reception will follow the talk. Today at 6 p.m. in the Rose Art Museum.

Exposures: Photography and the Politics of Looking

Join a panel of international artists and human rights activists for a discussion of the Dor Guez exhibition. Speakers include Catherine Cissé van den Muijsenbergh, director of the Institute for Historical Justice and Reconciliation in the Netherlands, and Dor Guez, with others.
 Cosponsored by the Ethics Center. Tomorrow from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Rose Art Museum.

Chum’s Super Duper Spooky Halloween Dance Party Come party at Chum’s Halloween party. There will be music, dancing and delicious food. As well, B-Deis Records will be disc jockeying. Costumes are encouraged. Tomorrow at 9:30 p.m. at Cholmondeley’s.

Opening Reception: JustArts Faculty/Staff Exhibition

Celebrate the artistic vision of Brandeis faculty and staff, who will exhibit paintings, photographs, prints, fiber art, video, metal work and more. A light lunch will be served. On view through Dec. 7. Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. in the Dreitzer Gallery of Spingold Theater Center.

Hold Thy Peace Presents ‘Macbeth’

Brandeis University’s Hold Thy Peace is proud to present one of William Shakespeare’s most famous tragedies Macbeth! Thursday at 8 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Shapiro Campus Center Theater. Tickets are free, but donations are gladly accepted.

BASO Night for Africa Performance 2012 Brandeis African Student Organization’s Night for Africa is a fashion show and performance featuring African dancers, fashion, poetry, music and food. Students from Boston University, Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology will be performing as well. Saturday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Levin Ballroom. Tickets are $3 for the show and $5 for the show and after party.

Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry The Film, Television and Interactive Media program, department of Fine Arts, International Center for Ethics, Justice and Public Life, department of Politics and the Edie and Lew

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BLONDE BEAUTY: Supermodel Christie Brinkley stars as Roxie Hart in the award winning play‘Chicago.’ Wasserman Fund invite you to a screening of Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry, followed by a questionand-answer session with the director, Alison Klayman. Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Wasserman Cinematheque.

Trisk Halloween Dance—Queerpocalypse Triskelion and the Women of Color Alliance present Queerpocalyse! This Halloween-themed dance is open to Brandeis students only. Saturday at 10 p.m. in the International Lounge.

Barbara Cassidy Band CD Release Party Digging into the roots of the folk tradition, Barbara Cassidy, M.A. ’98, is joined by faculty members Eric Chasalow (MUS) and Bob Nieske (MUS) and guests Pesky J. Nixon, Dave Mattacks, Goody Goodrich and Peter Mulvey for an evening of Americana music with some jazz and pop covers to mix things up. The event benefits the hunger relief work of Waltham Fields Community Farm. Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Slosberg Music Center. Tickets are $20 and $40, but are tax-deductible.

Gary Shteyngart Young Russian-Jewish author Gary Shteyngart will be reading from his best-selling novels The Russian Debutante’s Handbook (2002); Absurdistan (2006), and Super Sad True Love Story (2010). Books available for purchase and signing after the reading. An Introduction by Dr. Kathy Lawrence will start the event. Monday Nov. 5 at 4:45 p.m. in Rapaporte Treasure Hall.

OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS Fall Program

Presented by the Boston Ballet, the Fall Pro-

gram kicks off the 2012-2013 season featuring the world premiere of Jorma Elo and the smash hits “Rooster” by Christopher Bruce and “The Second Detail” by William Forsythe. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Boston Opera House, 539 Washington Street Boston. Tickets available at the door.

Boston Christmas Festival

With 350 exhibitors, this award-winning show is the largest crafts festival in New England and features handcrafted gifts, holiday decorations, jewelry, clothing, pottery, folk art, delicious foods to buy and sample and so much more! Don’t miss this blockbuster event which has kicked off Boston’s holiday season for 26 years. Friday at noon at the Seaport Boston Hotel and Seaport Trade Center 200 Seaport Blvd. Boston.

The Long Piano Duo Boston Debut

Hailed as artists who play with cohesiveness of purpose, absolute accuracy and a spiritual transparency, the Long sisters won first in the Ellis Duo-Piano Competition and the Best Performance of American Music Award. Both the Long sisters have distinguished solo careers. Saturday from 8 to 10 p.m. at New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St. Boston, MA 02115. Tickets are $30 and $15 for students.

Chicago

Christie Brinkley will make her Boston debut in the national tour of the Tony Award-winning hit musical Chicago. She will star as murderess Roxie Hart with John O’Hurley as Billy Flynn in a strictly limited six-show engagement. Friday at 8 p.m. at Citi Performing Arts Center, 270 Tremont St. Boston. Tickets begin at $50.

With the opening of her show this past weekend, Jess Rassp ’13 sat down with JustArts to discuss the play, ‘Metamorphoses’ and her theater experience at Brandeis. JustArts: How did you get involved with Brandeis Ensemble Theater? Jess Rassp: My first production with BET was Cinderella Waltz in the Fall 2011 where I was the head painter and scenic charge. I have always admired the work BET has put on at Brandeis since my freshman year, and since I greatly respect the group, I love working with them. JA: As a director, what are the biggest challenges you face while putting together a show? JR: Working with a range of actors is a challenge because there is a great mix of those who have never done theater before and more experienced actors. I welcomed the challenge of helping shy actors break out of their shells and guiding those with less experience to grow and mature as actors throughout the process. I also found ways of allowing those who do have experience in acting to shine and mentor other cast members. Altogether, the cast comes together to support one another and mold the show using their range of talents. JA: How has being involved with theater shaped your experience at Brandeis? JR: Extracurricular theater is the cornerstone of my time at Brandeis, and I have often learned more doing club theater than in my academic classes. There’s something about being thrown into things and immediately adapting to situations that better shapes my learning and connection to others. JA: Are you involved with other art-related activities on campus? JR: I studied painting and sculpture for three years here, so I have been greatly involved with the Fine Arts department. I also work with the Theater Arts department in addition to my work with the Undergraduate Theater Collective. JA: Have you directed any other shows at Brandeis? JA: This is my first time fully directing a production, however I was the assistant director for Rent in the spring of 2011. I was predominantly responsible for character development and working with the actors on their roles with one another. Working on Rent has shaped my directing style and approach from the character’s standpoint and how that character tells the story. JA: How would you describe your experience with BET and the UTC as a whole? JR: The UTC is very welcoming, and I learn so much about theater and different people when we all work so collaboratively. It is a great community that I’m thrilled to share my work with. JA: If you could choose any play to direct, what would it be? JR: I wish I had the opportunity to direct Next to Normal. JA: Do you see yourself remaining involved with theater after graduating from Brandeis? JR: Yes, I worked for Company One last summer and am looking into working for SpeakEasy in the spring. Next year I’m applying for an internship with the Huntington Theatre Company and American Repertory Theater. JA: Do you have one particular memory from your theater experiences at Brandeis that has particularly stuck with you? JR: Working on Rent was a great experience, and since it was my first time directing, I will carry that show with me forever. It’s my foundation and the reason why I had the confidence to direct Metamorphoses. JA: How was the play Metamorphoses chosen and why do you think it is applicable to be portrayed at Brandeis? JR: The club chose the show when I proposed it to BET last spring. This play is a show unlike anything done at Brandeis before. It is a series of vignettes as opposed to a straight-thru plot. Many characters are doubled therefore establishing connections and relationships from the acting and storytelling standpoint. It was a tremendous challenge for the Brandeis community, and I think the actors embraced the opportunity to explore the difficulties of this show. Furthermore, it had challenging design aspects that were ambitious while also taken very simply and eloquently. The flexibility of the show provided many opportunities. JA: How do you think the audience responded to Metamorphoses and the interesting twist on Ovid’s classic works? JR: I think the show has been well received by audiences. It is certainly beautiful, and I think the people who have seen the production will agree that it has an elegance and fluidity that is unique and unlike other shows Brandeis has seen. —Jessie Miller

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ON CAMPUS CONCERT REVIEW

Acatoberfest presents adept a cappella ■ The performance featured

songs by a cappella groups from other colleges in the greater Boston area. By Jane Zitomer JUSTICE Contributing WRITER

Last Sunday, Starving Artists, one of 14 a cappella groups on campus, hosted four a cappella groups at the second-annual Acatoberfest, a fallthemed concert held in the Slosberg Recital Hall. The visiting groups came from several different Bostonarea schools, including the Sirens from Simmons College; the Clark Bars from Clark University; Common Sound, a semi-professional Boston-based group and S-Factor from Tufts University. Each visiting group sang approximately three songs that varied from hip-hop and R&B to gospel, pop and rock. There was a good balance of song genre, with an appropriate emphasis on more recent tunes. Including Starving Artists, there were three mixed-gender groups, while the S-Factor featured solely male singers and the Sirens only female singers. The audience included mostly the visiting groups themselves, although a lot of Brandeis students came out to support their classmates and a surprising number of parents attended the show. The auditorium was full as Starving Artist senior Abby Armstrong ’13 stepped forward to welcome the audience and introduce the program. Starving Artists began by performing Demian 5’s “When I Am King” and Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” before visiting groups took the stage. Armstrong classified the Starving Artists’ rendition of the King’s famous hit as having “a twist.” The students’ bodies swayed as their voices focused on specific notes for a protracted sound, making the song slower and more melodic than the

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ROSY PERFORMANCE: Starving Artists performed in Actoberfest last Sunday in the Slosberg Recital Hall alongside other a cappella groups from Boston-area universities. original verson. The Simmons Sirens were next, warming the crowd up with slower songs before concluding with “Forget You.” The crowd laughed as the lead singer replaced the explicit title of Cee Lo Green’s original song with the censored one in the final verse. The energy in the audience was high but not as noticeable as when the Clark Bars took the stage. The singers’ vocal quality matched the crowd’s reaction of smiles and approving yells. When contacted via email, Starving Artists member Marlee Rosenthal ’14, who helped organize Acatoberfest, said that this year’s event was similar to last year’s with a main exception: “What made this

year’s concert even more special was that ‘Common Sound’, a Semi-pro a cappella group, performed. Common Sound includes three Brandeis alumni—one of them being Andrew Litwin ’12, who was the Starving Artists’ music director ’08-’11!” It was clear when Common Sound took the stage that Rosenthal wasn’t the only one happy to have Brandeis singers back on campus. The Starving Artists playfully introduced the alumni individually and the crowd cheered. Each group sang at least one mainstream song and took visible efforts to get the audience members involved. At one point, a majority of the audience was waving their hands back and forth to the beat of “Big Poppa,” a song originally by The

Notorious B.I.G, performed by S-Factor. A Clark Bars singer urged the audience to “join me” before he hit the chorus of the Mumford & Sons song “The Cave.” In addition, there seemed to be no lack of Adele’s influence in the a cappella song choices. Three different groups, including Starving Artists, performed her popular hits including “Set Fire to the Rain” and “Someone Like You.” The Starving Artists closed the hour-and-a-half long performance the same way they opened it—in song. Although this only marks Acatoberfest’s second year, the tradition seems to be lively and likely to survive. Rosenthal says that planning in advance is essential, and it is all

worth it. “Once reservations are in place, it’s all about advertising—creating a Facebook event, updating Twitter, publicizing around campus with flyers, etc.” Rosenthal worked with Starving Artists’ events coordinator Alex Kwatcher ’14 and business manager Armstrong to make the show run smoothly. Aside from a few minor and brief technical difficulties faced by visiting groups, like microphone detachments, the evening ran rather smoothly. So what will we do now that the lights have dimmed and the curtains closed? “Count down to 3rd Annual Acatoberfest—364 days!” Rosenthal told the Justice.

Robert Hill’s performance brings Bach back to life ■ The KaffeeKonzert II

concert series was brought back for the second year in a row, still featuring the music of J.S. Bach performed by Robert Hill. By eMILY wISHINGRAD JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

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MUSIC OF GERMANY: Robert Hill plays the harpsichord in Slosberg Recital Hall for the Kaffeekonzert II.

What is there to do on a windy Sunday morning? That’s right, attend a harpsichord concert. And that is exactly what I did. On the morning of Sunday, Oct. 28, in a concert sponsored by the Brandeis Music department, Robert Hill performed an exquisite rendition of “Three Partitas for Harpsichord” by J.S. Bach in the Slosberg Music Center. The event was titled Kaffeekonzert II, probably as homage to both Bach and Dr. Hill’s German heritage. This KaffeeKonzert was the second Brandeis has seen; last year on Nov. 20 was the premiere of the KaffeeKonzerts, at which Dr. Hill also preformed Bach. For those who don’t know what a harpsichord is, and I have to admit that I was a little uncertain myself, it looks similar to a grand piano but with two rows of keys. The only way to describe the sound is twangy; it vibrates in a nasally way, almost like a violin or cello. Once played, the keys have a sus-

tained ring of about three or four seconds depending on how hard they are hit. A piano, by contrast, has a much duller sound. Hill, however, made this potentially harsh-sounding instrument have a beautiful and melodic tone. The stage setup was humble and modest but also elegant. On the center of the stage sat the beautifully pale green harpsichord with a small, dim lamp hovering over the keys. Once the performance started, the audience was enveloped in darkness, and the only light came from the lamp on stage, emitting a glow that surrounded the harpsichord and Hill. About 40 people attended, not bad for a Sunday morning with hurricane warnings. I was pleasantly surprised, however, to see a dozen or so undergraduates sitting together near the back of the hall, enjoying the concert as much as anybody. Hill is a master of his art in every way. He maintained a calm demeanor and regal pose as his fingers flew across the keyboard, creating a multilayered sound out of the fast and complex partitas. The partitas, which are groups of musical pieces, evoked many emotions; the music was teeming with juxtaposition of happy and sad; wild and calm; angry and reticent; and tension and release. The audience was clearly entranced by the music looking around. You could see that nobody was shuffling or

talking, they were simply staring at the stage, mesmerized by Hill’s performance. After every movement of each partita, the audience waited expectantly for the next movement in hushed anticipation. Hill played three partitas by Bach: “Partita in B flat Major,” “Partita No. 3 in A Minor,” and “Partita No. 4 in D Major.” Each partita consisted of seven smaller movements, each with their own character, even though all of the movements in each partita were in the same key. Each partita culminated in a gigue, a lively and happy movement. Hill received his Ph.D. at Harvard University and his dissertation focused on “problems of authenticity and sources of the early keyboard music of Johann Sebastian Bach,” according to the program. His current research at the Staatliche Hochschule für Musik Freiburg in Germany explores the “reconstruction of 19th-century performance practices.” Based on his work with authenticity, I think it is fair to say that this performance was probably an authentic performance of Bach’s work, both musically and aesthetically on stage. Indeed, the humble setting resembled a 17th century concert. The beautiful concert was a lovely getaway from strenuous midterm season and if there were to be a KaffeeKonzert III next year, I would go in a heartbeat.

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STUDENT PERFORMANCE

PHILOSOPHICAL THEATER

Adagio ensembles captivate with impressive moves ■ The show featured 22

different groups with genres ranging from ballet and tap to hip hop and belly dancing. By RACHEL HUGHES JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

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CLASSICAL THEATER: Thomas Derrah performs as Voltaire for students in the atrium of the Mandel Center for the Humanities.

‘A Life in Letters’ stages an unlikely friendship ■ Depicting the lifelong

friendship between Voltaire and King Frederick, ‘A Life in Letters’ takes over Mandel. By JESS LINDE JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

Last Monday evening, a handful of Brandeisians gathered in the atrium of the Mandel Center for the Humanities to see the new play: Voltaire and Frederick: a Life in Letters. At the head of the rows of seats were two comfy chairs occupied by Thomas Derrah and John Kuntz, founding members of the American Repertory Theater and the Actors’ Shakespeare Project respectively, and acclaimed mainstays of the Boston theater world. The actors were dressed in professional-looking black suits, and each held a binder containing a series of letters written between the French philosopher Voltaire (Derrah) and Prussian King Frederick the Great (Kuntz). For about an hour and a half, the two read the letters to each other and brought to life a friendship maintained through letters, just before the French revolution. At first glance, Voltaire and Frederick the Great don’t have much in common other than the fact that they lived during the same time period. Voltaire was one of the great philosophers of Europe’s Enlightenment period, and, though he did not live to see it, his ideas were some of the most influential on the leaders of the French Revolution. Frederick the Great of Prussia was one of the country’s most beloved leaders, as well as one of the most brilliant military generals in history. He was

also one of the first kings of Europe to institute religious tolerance for the Jesuits and the Jews in addition to being an early royal promoter of the arts. The two first came into contact in August 1736, when a 42-year-old Voltaire received a letter of admiration from a then 24-year-old student and Prussian Grand Prince Frederick. They began a friendship through letters that lasted until Voltaire’s death in 1778; Frederick wrote his eulogy. In honor of Frederick the Great’s 300th birthday this year, Voltaire and Frederick: a Life in Letters was commissioned by the Goethe-Institut Boston in conjunction with the French General Consulate in Paris. The play is directed and produced by Guy Ben-Aharon, founder of Israeli Stage, a program dedicated to introducing Israeli theater to the United States, and was brought to Brandeis by Prof. Sabine von Mering (GER). Through the voices of Derrah and Kuntz, Voltaire and Frederick’s relationship and all of its ups and downs came through very well. The extremely personal and thoughtful letters reveal everything from Voltaire’s admiration for Frederick’s hatred of traditional aristocracy to Frederick’s struggle with balancing living as an enlightened man and the pressures of being a king. Their friendship was strained when Voltaire became disdainful of the great conqueror’s penchant for violence, and Frederick had Voltaire’s satirical works burned in the streets. Voltaire and Frederick was a play I was really interested in, and I was not dissapointed. I have studied the Enlightenment in high school, and I read Voltaire’s Candide in one of my literature classes this semester.

Walking in, I didn’t know anything about Frederick the Great and little about Voltaire outside what I had learned during my in-class discussions about his life. The play taught me more about how the men thought and how they went about their lives. The letters were never shown to anyone else until they were discovered, so they are a real window into the minds of both Frederick and Voltaire. It was also interesting because although the performances required almost no movement, Derrah and Kuntz managed to bring all of the passion and intellect communicated between these two legendary men. When I first realized what format the performance would be using, I was worried that watching a penpal relationship would be boring, no matter how interesting the characters were. However, Derrah and Kuntz have amazing and powerful voices which complement the style of the play to an amazing degree. Their commitment to the characters is obvious through their intonations, hand movements and how they emphasized specific words and phrases. Ben-Aharon must have known this while working with them and clearly made a specific choice in how to handle to format in such a way that brought out the actors’ skills as orators. Voltaire and Frederick is overall a very smart and worthwhile play that offers a fascinating insight into two very close friends who struggled with their differences in ways that are hard to even imagine. But, Derrah and Kuntz bring that friendship to life so well that you don’t have to imagine. All you have to do is listen to the letters.

Offering a welcome break from the academic tunnel-vision that college students tend to fall prey to during midterm season, Adagio Dance Company proudly presented a phenomenal show last week—ADC Unleashed: Dancefest 2012. The massive performance took place in Levin Ballroom last Wednesday and featured Brandeis dance groups as well as groups from several other colleges in the greater Boston area. The presence of parents and families added a warmth to the densely packed audience of students and faculty, who all sat spellbound for the entire show, voicing personal cheers for the dancers they came to support. A total of 22 groups performed, ranging from belly dancing to ballet, and each with a distinct aesthetic. Groups were set apart by creative spatial use of the stage, clever costumes and coordinated lights and music, with each ensemble quite different from the next. Adagio is Brandeis’ largest studentrun dance group, and performs in five different styles of dance: jazz, tap, hip-hop, lyrical, modern and ballet. This spirit of diversity and variety that Adagio is built upon held a capital presence in the Dancefest show, where each dance was very distinct from the others, but in a way that was more cooperative than competitive. Although every group seemed to be followed by a fury of applause, the audience went the wildest for our very own hip-hop group, Kaos Kids. This group was so high-energy throughout their entire performance that I began to feel tired for them just by watching! Their whole routine was very carefully designed and practiced: from light and music changes to swapping out of dancers on the stage, they were on top of their game. Throbbing, rousing, beloved rap and hip-hop anthems like Nicki Minaj’s “Roman’s Revenge” blasted from the stage, and grainy audio clips with a themepark-style announcement were used to transition from one song to the next. During each of the transition clips, the group would become still, and one dancer would lip-sync along to the announcement while working his or her feistiest attitude. Within a few seconds, the group would slide into the next song and the audience would lean in a little closer, marveling at the dancers’ endurance and how, over the course of their per-

formance, they actually picked up the pace of their movements and seemed to smile a little bigger with each passing moment. In a show that featured so much variety, it is impossible to say that one group performed better than another; each performance had so many facets unique to it alone. For example, some groups, like the ballet performances, highlighted individual skill as each dancer would perform the same steps in unison with the rest of the group, striving to move as one collective body. Brandeis’ Ballet Club and other groups of similar style showcased themselves with commendable grace, and one could only find fault in minor points when dancers fell out of sync with each other. Conversely, more modern and hip hop-oriented groups adhered to a style of choreography that cultivated interaction and a chemistry between dancers—although each individual had a chance to shine, the strength of these groups was in their ability to complement each others’ movements. I tended to prefer watching groups whose members interacted with each other onstage—joining hands, falling, catching and lifting each other and smiling at the dancers near them in silent encouragement. Every act seemed to be a highlight in Dancefest. A group of Adagio alumni returned to Brandeis, shining in a Greek god and goddess-inspired piece in which dancers were painted a pale white and donned delicate togas, looking and moving very much like enchanted sculptures. Hooked on Tap, Brandeis’ own Tap Ensemble, happily performed to a chipper swing song. Each member of the group tapped in perfect time with the rest and sported a darling uniform look: a charming ponytail, a white dress with red polka dots, white bobby socks and black tap shoes. The performance of Brandeis’ Israeli folk dance group, B’yachad, translated a cultural love and pride into one of the most joyful dances of the night. It was choreographed to an upbeat song and featured dancers with infectious smiles. Even a hip hop group from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, called ‘Ridonkulous,’ was an obvious crowd pleaser, with a costume evolution from pajamas to green-andblack track suits to white, plastic Halloween masks. By the end of the show, it was apparent that the assortment of taste and inspiration between each performance featured in Dancefest was not only endlessly enjoyable, but reflected the variety within the Brandeis community. We may not all dance to the same beat, but if we work together, our efforts on-and-off stage are much better than any solo act.

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DANCING IN STYLE: Kaos Kids puts on an excellent show during Dancefest 2012.

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‘Metamorphoses’ charms with Greek myths ■ The show was creative in

its use of set and lighting to present different scenes. By aliza vigderman JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

When I heard that Brandeis Ensemble Theater was doing the play Metamorphoses, the first thing I wondered was how exactly they would transform a man into a giant beetle on stage. Then I looked more closely at the posters. Wait, hold on, you mean this is not a play called Metamorphosis, based on the novella by Franz Kafka? Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses was performed by the Brandeis Ensemble Theater from Oct. 25 to 28 in the Carl J. Shapiro Theater. As opposed to having a throughline plot, the play is a series of vignettes centering around Greek myths from the epic poem The Metamorphoses by Ovid. For those who took Latin in high school and are familiar with myths, they included the stories of Midas, Alcyone and Ceyex, Erysichthon and Ceres, Orpheus and Eurydice, Narcissus, Pomona and Ver-

tumnus, Myrrha, Phaeton, Eros and Psyche and Baucis and Philemon. The vignettes ranged from funny to tragic, and they were connected by the theme of water. Water represents destruction, birth, creation and cleansing, all of which were present in the stories. Each actor in the show played four to five different characters, creating an ensemble cast with no specific leads and fostering an environment in which actors were challenged to explore a range of characters simply with language, emotion and movement. Because the actors were often playing anthropomorphic characters such as Psyche, Hunger and Sleep, physicality was essential to the audience’s understanding of the conceptual characters. Although, admittedly, I am someone who considers going up stairs sufficient daily exercise, I couldn’t help but marvel at how physically taxing many of the movements seemed to be. The best example was the story of Erysichthon and Ceres, in which Ceres commands the spirit Hunger to invade Erysichton’s body, creating an unappeasable appetite that ends with his foot in his mouth (no pun intended). Mira Chaykin ’14

utilized her impressive gymnastic skills to personify Hunger, physically clinging to the back of Erysichthon while he moved around and performed tricks on the stage. Considering the complicated web of characters involved, the acting was superb overall. Of course, some actors stood out above the rest, specifically Rebecca Miller ’13, Grace Fosler ’14 and Ray Trott ’16. These actors in particular were able to play a range of characters expertly and believably, while utilizing voice, physicality and emotion to tell their various stories. The costumes, set and props were purposefully minimal partially due to the mythological content of the scenes. However, this did not stop designers from working creatively within these limits. Because of the way the show was cast, the costumes had to be relatively uncomplicated so actors could play multiple parts. Costume designer Deirdre Connelly ’13 employed subtle yet effective changes in the costumes to differentiate between characters. For example, to dress Midas’ daughter, an energetic, slightly hyper little girl, Connelly simply added a pink tutu under the elegant blue dress that every actress

wore. This change, although understated, helped to create a dynamic, memorable character. The innovative set, designed by Marc Alsina ’13, creatively utilized shadow theater screens that enabled actors to convey mythical actions. The entire play was meant to take place underwater, a challenging task to say the least. To avoid having the show take place in a dunk tank, lighting designer Robbie Steinberg ’13, instead attempted to create the illusion of being underwater by utilizing blue lights. However, I’m not sure this setting would have been decipherable to the average audience member. In general, the lighting contributed to the various atmospheres of each scene, most memorably during Ceyx’s tragic sea voyage. Unfortunately, the sound proved to be overly-experimental and awkward—soundbites would end without fading, sometimes causing the audience to awkwardly laugh often during what was intended to be a sad scene. The sound distracted from the elegant simplicity of the set, costumes, props and lighting, and it often felt out of place, especially when it was meant to be funny, such as with

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CLASSICAL LOVE: Rachel Benjamin ’14 and Steven Kline ’14 act together during one of the myths in ‘Metamorphoses.’

the playing of Vangelis’ “Chariots of Fire.” The influence of director Jessica Rassp ’13, was visible particularly through music and sound, which included original music compositions and dancing. Although I’m a huge fan of musical theater in general, I did not feel that the use of singing was appropriate within this minimalistic play. Just as happy music plays when two characters kiss at the end of a romantic comedy, the singing seemed like a cheap way to elicit an emotional response from the audience. For example after Ceyx dies, three actors began to sing a sad song a cappella. Although it sounded great, I felt that the acting was strong enough on its own to convey the story. It also seemed almost random at points, lacking cohesion with the rest of the performance. Metamorphoses seamlessly related Greek mythology to our modern world. The set, costumes, lighting and props masterfully contributed to the various atmospheres, while the actors impressed with their wide range of characters. Although I would have changed a few things, the play was performed fantastically.

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STAGE GYMNASTICS: Mira Chaykin ’14 plays Hunger and clings to Ben Lewin ’16.

‘Cloud Atlas’ is hampered by its befuddling plot ■ The highly anticipated

movie based off a 2004 novel, ‘Cloud Atlas’ has some redeeming factors, but ultimately remained a confusing slur of characters. By adelina simpson JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

There’s hardly any feeling more elusive than déjà vu. It’s a dreamy sensation that stops you in your tracks, making you question the very nature of time and space. And in the epic adventure film, Cloud Atlas, it transcends these temporal and spatial boundaries, flickering through a half-dozen narratives across time: each successive story feels familiar, because each person’s soul has been shaped by the previous story. The film opens in a whirl, rapidly gluing images of incongruous characters together: there’s a tribesman smeared in soil, a genetically engineered clone who’s a waitress, a young black journalist from the days of The Doobie Brothers, a Billy Budd-

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DRAMATIC ADVENTURE: Tom Hanks and Halle Berry act together in ‘Cloud Atlas.’ like seaman, an elderly bespectacled publisher and a composer from the 1930s. This baffling trailer-withina-movie set the rhythm for the next three hours. In some way or another, the characters’ souls are all related through the centuries. The composer’s (Ben Whishaw) old love letters fall into the lap of the journalist (Halle Berry).

The tribesman (Tom Hanks) watches the waitress’ (Doona Bae) story projected as a holograph. The film’s actors all play up to six roles-maybe the most fun is watching the ending credits when we see how Berry pulls off the role of a Jewish German mistress and how Hugh Grant, with the right makeup, can make for a convincing cannibal. A video plays next to each

character’s name, showing their evolution of roles through the film. In one especially nostalgic scene, the journalist, named Luisa Rey, walks into a record store and hears the “Cloud Atlas Sextet.” She instantly recognizes it and feels melancholy, but she doesn’t know why. In a past life, her live-in composer and lover wrote this song for her, saying, “There are whole movements I wrote imagining us meeting again and again in different lives, in different ages.” David Mitchell, whose 2004 sci-fi novel inspired the film, said the most difficult part of the movie was the structure, which resembled Russian dolls, nestling and interrupting each other. The producers, Lana and Andy Wachowski (The Matrix and V for Vendetta) and Tom Tyker (Run Lola Run) couldn’t model the structure of the movie after the book. What audience would sit for a 30-minute biography only to sit for another, and then another? They wrote elements of each narrative on flash cards, and then spliced the stories for the screen, weaving each narrative into the next one with the intent of a smooth transition. But what results is an unwieldy and sprawling contemplation of hu-

man existence. They take on free will versus determinism. The directors are grappling with answers, but by the end of it, we’re rasping with more. The message, repeated through countless dizzying sequences, is that all of our lives are connected, that they’re not our own. By every action, we have already created our future. Our past and present dictate not only our lives, but the lives of others. While this idea holds some truth, it’s over-simplifying things. There were some touching moments, like when the clone waitress is saved by her lover from the future, played by Jim Sturgess. His character, a Korean freedom fighter, breathes life and romance into the waitress’ sterile existence. The chemistry between Bae and Sturgess is palpable as he rescues her from her mechanical existence in a café, and shows her the spectrum of emotions she hasn’t been allowed to tap. But the movie is just too confusing for the film medium. By the end, it felt like an atlas of characters should’ve been handed out to keep the storylines straight. Cloud Atlas is ultimately a movie as foggy as our understanding of the cosmos.

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EXHIBIT REVIEW

Mario Testino exhibit opens at the MFA ■ The exhibit at the Museum

of Fine Arts displays the photography of Mario Testino throughout his career, providing a window into the lives of his subjects. By HAEMEE KANG JUSTICE STAFF WRITER

Instinct, intuition, intentional composition: These are some of the skills demonstrated by “In Your Face,” one of two recently-opened exhibits recapping the career of Mario Testino, a famed photographer. His work has graced the pages of esteemed fashion publications like Vanity Fair and Vogue and now can be seen at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. “In Your Face” is preceded by a captivating television screen mural depicting various moments in the Peruvian’s career projected onto the large blank white wall at the bottom of the stairs leading to the exhibit. These moments include celebrities celebrating Testino and the man himself working at a shoot. “In Your Face” spans the breadth of four rectangular gallery rooms. Each room is expansive with high ceilings and ample walking room and leads to the next through centrally-located doorframes that lend themselves to the impressive feeling of entering a new realm solely composed of visual masterpieces. Testino’s visual mastermind is evident in his skillful photography and meticulous layout of “In Your Face.” Some photographs are smaller, some more grandiose, with some cradled in white frames and others in black frames. In place of the typical identifying plaques on the walls is a minimal ledge, on which equally minimal print identifies each photograph’s year taken, subject, place of publication and location—choices that heighten the focus on the art. What becomes clear through careful observation and thought is that each of these differences, including the exact positioning of each photo, has a purpose. What guides this purpose, this vision? Instinct and intuition. At each far end of the four galleries are vibrant, largerthan-life prints of some of Testino’s presumed favorites—of Gisele Bündchen stepping out from a limousine or Kate Moss sitting by a wall of mirrors illuminated by

the flash of the bulb. Next to some of these prints are Testino quotes that provide insight into how he approaches his work. One reads, “The way I work is intuitive. [...] I make certain prints very large to fill the viewer’s vision, the way a photograph can fill an entire magazine page.” This instinct is evident in the intentional layout of his exhibit. Indeed, some of Testino’s photos are massive, almost visually overwhelming in their amount of color and detail. Mixed in among these colossal frames are smaller frames of candid shots, portraying A-listers in an intimate light— Oprah laughing, David Beckham embraced by Orlando Bloom, Mariah Carey dining with Beyoncé and Stella McCartney. The reduced size of these photos in comparison to the less candid shots, usually placed in magazines, seems to serve as a window—a glimpse into the private, glamorized, yet clearly human lives of the celebrities who influence our popular culture. The result is an intimate feeling juxtaposed with a feeling of detachment that results from an inability to fully relate to the reality of the posh lives of these celebrated individuals. Mario Testino’s photos range from elegant to controversial to breathtakingly beautiful. Some of his subjects wear top designers; others are nude. Some have company; others are photographed alone. Despite these differences, each of Testino’s photos evokes emotion, instigates reaction. One particularly striking black-andwhite photo guides the eye from the upper left corner in a clockwise direction, observing seven photographed couples kissing deeply until the viewers eyes rest upon a single male in the lower left corner, arms crossed and gazing sulkily directly at you. Despite being surrounded by people, he is alone, clearly wishing to be anywhere but there. A quick glance could easily leave the young man unnoticed. Many of Testino’s photographs hold this extra detail, whether it be in the lighting or the placement of a model dressed for a refined night out in a ballroom under construction scattered with gravel. “In Your Face” is an educational experience in the art of photography and capturing the beauty and essence of both human subjects and high fashion. It is open until Feb. 3, 2013.

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A BAND BROKEN UP: Swedish House Mafia has recently released their new album titled ‘Until Now’ before they part ways.

Swedish House Mafia album features creative new mixes ■ The new album by the

band brings new concepts to electronic dance music and enhances existing songs. By JEFFrey BOXER JUSTICE ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Goosebumps never lie. That saying has been the Swedish House Mafia’s mantra over the past four years and helps explain why the trio is breaking up: the pressure had grown to the point that the goosebumps at their shows were gone, and they no longer enjoyed producing music. But before Axwell, Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso disband, the group has released one last goosebump-inducing album: Until Now: The Soundtrack to One Last Tour. You’d be forgiven if you mistook Until Now for the track listing at an electronic music awards ceremony. The 10-song album (23 songs if you buy the deluxe version) features some of the groups’ greatest work, both individually and as a trio. Until Now features collaborations with some of the biggest names in electronic dance music. The album is a startling reminder of how much the genre has grown over the past four years and how much the community will miss the Swedes. The album leads off with one of its loudest songs, a wordless dance track titled “Greyhound.” The song was originally released in March as part of a promo for a new drink from Absolut Vodka and has been a mainstay on dancefloors across the world ever since. “Greyhound” is aptly titled, as its slow buildup and mas-

sive drop make you literally want to start racing. What sets it apart is the bridge, which uses an emotionallycharged keyboard melody to perfectly transition between the song’s massive drops. My favorite song on the album undoubtedly is “Don’t You Worry Child,” the Swedish House Mafia’s final single, which was released back in September. It is hard to put into words how beautiful the song is. It features vocals from Australian pop artist John Martin, who also sings “Save The World,” another of my favorites on the album. “Don’t You Worry Child” is a startling contrast, with verses that could be the slow song at a high school dance and a chorus fit for any of Europe’s finest clubs. As a final single, the song is everything that a fan could ask for: a hauntingly beautiful piece that truly sums up the group’s career. All I can say is after learning that their inspiration for the track was how beautiful the Swedes found Australia to be, I knew that I had found my next vacation destination. Two vocal tracks that stand out come from Coldplay’s Chris Martin and OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder. Coldplay famously asked the Swedish House Mafia to remix “Every Teardrop is a Waterfall” last year, and the result is truly the best of both worlds. The Swedes have beautifully rearranged the chords from the melodic single into an electronic song, doing so in a way that still perfectly complements Martin’s voice. Tedder performs over “Lose My Mind,” a masterful track from Ingrosso and Alesso, another Swedish DJ. The song is perhaps the most famous on the album, as it reached as high as 19th on the UK charts.

Every song on the album is truly worth a listen. Axwell’s “In My Mind” is stunning in a different way, somehow working as both a beautiful trance song and as (yet another) massive club hit. My one complaint would be that the album rarely strays from the Swedes’ original formula. While “Save the World,” “Don’t You Worry Child,” “Lose My Mind,” and many others on the album bring different qualities to the table, they all follow the same script: Slow-building verses with powerful vocals that transitions to full-blown house music at the chorus. The only true change of pace is “Antidote,” a collaboration with an Australian dubstep duo. “Antidote” is an angry track that brings a ton of energy and features an edgy vocal track. Though it costs five dollars more, it’s worth paying up for the deluxe version of the album. The deluxe version plays like a concert, with seamless transitions worked in between every tune. More importantly, it has more than twice as many songs as the original album. Personal favorites include “Euphoria,” SHM’s surprising take on a single from Usher, as well as “Reload” by Ingrosso and Tommy Trash. Though repetitive and without lyrics, “Reload” is a powerful track with a fantastic buildup. The drop is masterfully layered, combining a catchy synthesizer melody with a complicated drum beat and a massive bass kick. The album will be followed by a final tour from the trio, which includes four dates in New York City in early March. It will be a can’tmiss show, one final chance for goosebumps.

BOOK REVIEW

Historical ‘Quicksand’ explores contemporary themes ■ The book touches on

the impact of gender and sexuality on Helga Crane, a woman of mixed-race in the 1920s seeking acceptance despite challenging norms. By Mariya Timkovsky JUSTICE contributing WRITER

Helga Crane, born to a Danish mother and West Indian father, endures a life of racial, gender and sexual inadequacy and uncertainty during the Harlem Renaissance in Nella Larsen’s Quicksand, pub-

lished in 1928. She travels from place to place with the hope that she will one day be accepted as part of a community and find a home. Her mixed race, socially enforced gender roles and repressed sexual experiences continuously prevent her from accomplishing that and lead to desperation. Larsen takes her personal experience of being mixed-race and brings it to life in this beautiful book. The language, imagery and metaphor almost make it feel as if the reader’s experience is one and the same with Helga’s. She provides very vivid descriptions of the setting and the very particular usage of colors both elucidates their role in the text as well as paints a more precise pic-

ture for the reader. In the opening paragraph, Helga describes all of the colors and all of the areas of light and dark in her room, where she has intentionally isolated herself. This is then contrasted with the dull colors that Helga’s coworkers wear in the school where she works. The transitions between dull and bright colors follow Helga through each new location and manifest themselves in different ways each time. The idea of being unable to fit into a community is one with which many people can identify, making Quicksand a relatable novel, even if we don’t always have the means of escaping undesirable situations

in the same way as Helga does. The themes of race and color, sexuality and gender are ongoing topics of conversation today, which makes this novel relevant to us even though it takes place before our time. It raises questions about the definition of identity and why the socially constructed idea of race has become so inherent in our understanding of people in our respective communities. Furthermore, sexuality and male and female gender roles have very important functions in Quicksand. Helga’s understanding of her womanhood and what is permitted to her as a woman during the 1920s is similar to challenges women face today. Women still grapple with the

idea of how clearly their voices are heard and represented in society, government and religion. This, coupled with challenges of being of mixed -race, set the tone for a dark but illuminating portrayal of Helga’s self-identification crisis. This book is definitely worth reading and discussing for those interested in the themes of race, gender and sexuality.

Editors note: This article is part of an ongoing set of columns by the Justice reviewing literature read in Brandeis classes. This book was read in “ENG 34A: A Haunted America: American Dreamers as Wanderers, Visionaries, and Isolates.”

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Quote of the week “[T]here are a variety of feminisms that just because you disagree with another woman’s decision to be in a patriarchy doesn’t mean she’s not a feminist; it means she’s defending her rights, and we as feminists have to provide that protection for her.” --Prof. Janet Bennion of Lyndon State College

1. Paranormal Activity 4 2. Argo 3. Taken 2 4. Hotel Transylvania 5. Alex Cross 6. Sinister 7. Here Comes the Boom 8. Pitch Perfect 9. Frankenweenie 10. Looper

What are you doing to wait out Hurricane Sandy?

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OLIVIA POBIEL/the Justice

FALL SURROUNDINGS: Justice Photographer Olivia Pobiel ’15 photographed acidic salt deposits on an abandoned boardwalk near the Bank of America Pavilion while exploring the city of Boston.

Gabe Distler ’13 “Hanging out in my suite and doing homework.”

Miriam Goldman ’13 “Macbeth rehershal 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and warning other people of the dangers of falling branches.”

Manoo Sabety-Javid ’14 “I’m staying in the SCC all day to study and not leave.”

ACROSS 1 With 70-Across, what you’d likely have if you said this puzzle’s four longest answers 5 Concerning 9 Frequent settler 13 Online “Seems to me ...” 14 Mother of Judah 15 After-school treat 16 Weeded carelessly? 19 __ glance 20 Dote on 21 Stop from spreading 23 Short 25 Arctic diver 27 Jurist in ’90s news 28 Editor’s rejection of a tribute? 33 Basketball Hall of Famer Robertson 34 Like Olympic pools 35 Maker of Golf Street shoes 38 Instruction on a cap 41 Some NFL linemen 42 Type of vb. 44 1950s war site 46 Provoke Olympic winners? 50 Channel for a spree 51 __ chi 52 Ward and others 55 Disapproving utterances 57 Unpleasant laugh 61 “Either you do it, __ will!” 62 Purchased, then altered? 65 Mystique 66 Word with cast and shadow 67 Fictional sailor 68 MapQuest data: Abbr. 69 Sussex stable area 70 See 1-Across DOWN 1 Drummer’s pair of cymbals 2 Frustrate the director, perhaps 3 Informal bridge opening 4 Pentagon org. 5 Inventing middle name 6 Feel 7 Rain delay sight 8 “We’ll just see about that!” 9 “I’m such an idiot!” 10 “Topaz” novelist 11 Conscious 12 Simultaneously 17 Summer Olympics equipment 18 Hard to debate 22 They might swing 24 Chased away 26 __-El: Superman’s birth name 29 Canadian Thanksgiving mo. 30 Raven relative

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“Camping out at Einstein’s.”

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1. Jason Aldean — Night Train 2. Mumford & Sons — Babel 3. Brandy — Two Eleven 4. Scotty McCreery — Christmas With Scotty McCreery 5. Jamey Johnson — Living For A Song: A Tribute To Hank Cochran 6. P!nk — The Truth About Love 7. Miguel — Kaleidoscope Dream 8. Little Big Town — Tornado 9. Adele — 21 10. Dethklok — Metalocalypse: Dethklok Dethalbum III

31 Slezak with six Daytime Emmys 32 Leave 35 Figure on the ice 36 Placekicker’s target 37 Produce prolifically 39 Answer to a prob. 40 Ad starter? 43 Clock-setting std. 45 Almost half a glass? 47 Per 48 Microscopic alga 49 ESPN effect 53 Staggering 54 Went (with) 56 “Why not” 58 Give 59 Wasn’t guessing 60 Country runners:Abbr. 63 Hot air 64 Corner key

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STAFF PLAYLIST

“Stormy Songs” By SHAFAQ HASSAN

Solution to last week’s crossword

SUDOKU INSTRUCTIONS: Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

Tamar Lyssy ’16

“Well I have a midterm tomorrow and I still think it’s going to happen so I’m trying to study for it.” —Compiled by Fiona Lockyer Photos by Olivia Poibel/ the Justice

Nonfiction 1. Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot — Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard 2. No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama bin Laden — Mark Owen with Kevin Maurer 3. Killing Lincoln: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever ­— Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard 4. America Again: Re-becoming the Greatness We Never Weren’t — Stephen Colbert 5. Who I Am ­— Pete Townshend

1. PSY — “Gangnam Style” 2. Ke$ha — “Die Young” 3. Bruno Mars — “Locked Out of Heaven” 4. Taylor Swift — “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” 5. Maroon 5 — “One More Night”

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Leah Igdalsky ’14

Fiction 1. The Panther — Nelson DeMille 2. The Twelve — Justin Cronin 3. The Casual Vacancy — J.K. Rowling 4. The Bone Bed — Patricia Cornwell 5. NYPD Red — James Patterson and Marshall Karp

Solution to last week’s sudoku

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Justice Editor

No natural disaster is complete without an accompanying playlist. So while I am stuck indoors during Hurricane Sandy, I turn up the tunes and wait for the weather to subside. THE LIST 1. “Set Fire To The Rain”—Adele 2. “It Will Rain”—Bruno Mars 3. “Shark in the Water”—V.V. Brown 4. “To Build a Home”—Cinematic Orchestra 5. “Rock You Like a Hurricane”— Scorpions 6. “Swallowed in the Sea”—Coldplay 7. “Don’t Leave Home”—Dido 8. “Born to Die”—Lana Del Ray 9. “Dawn of the Dead”—Does It Offend You, Yeah? 10. “Never Let Me Go”—Florence + the Machine