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Campaign Rosario Dawson, Wilmer Valderrama address young voters showcases student careers By MICHELLE WU
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Wilmer Valderrama and Rosario Dawson discussed the importance of voter registration and encouraged students to be politically active. By TANAY HUDSON Actors Rosario Dawson and Wilmer Valderrama visited NYU to raise awareness for National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday. Together, Dawson and Valderrama have visited Hofstra University, St. John’s University, Columbia University and Newark University. Eighty other organizations were also participating in promoting
National Voter Registration Day, including Autism Speaks, Goodwill Industries, Inc. and National Education Association. Dawson currently serves as the chairwoman of an organization called Voto Latino, which was founded in 2004 to encourage young Latino Americans to vote and to get them involved in the political process. Mariam Newsom, associate director of Alumni Relations and one of the event’s
organizers, first learned about Voto Latino from a CAS alumna who encouraged the organization to visit NYU. “[Voto Latino] started with this idea that the Latino community needed some kind of kick in the ass,” Valderrama said. “We needed to take our involvement in the national community as serious as we take our lives.” At the event, Valderrama said 50 percent of Americans ages 18 to
New app invites users to give, receive advice on men’s fashion By KATHRYN JONES
According to Dapprly CEO and founder Anoop Kansupada, dapper describes someone who owns their style. Kansupada recently launched Dapprly, an application that allows men to seek advice about their wardrobe by posting photographs. Through social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, users upload two mobile images of themselves so friends, followers, the Dapprly team and the public can vote on the two choices. “It’s an app to help men get dressed with what they already have with the advice of their friends,” Kansupada said. “It focuses on men utilizing it and
women embracing it.” Kansupada began with no previous experience in fashion but was inspired to create the global advice system while consulting his best friend on what to wear. Even though the future CEO thought he was dressed in attire appropriate for a city outing and dinner, his best friend disapproved of his outfit. “You don’t dress for the neighborhood,” she explained to him. “You dress for the actual location you’re going to.” “I think most women already know that, but men don’t realize you dress for the restaurant or destination,” Kansupada said.
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25 are registered to vote, while only 39 percent of Latinos of that age group are registered to vote. “You look at 50,000 young Latino people turning 18 years old every month and you ask,‘Imagine if all these percentages of the population worked to engage,’” Valderrama said. “We would really be able to shape the country we need. You have the power.”
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The NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development is seeking to showcase internships, service opportunities and work experiences that NYU students and alumni are pursuing through the “#iamlimitless” campaign. The campaign encourages students to share their career success stories on Facebook and Twitter to win prizes from employer sponsors. By engaging students through social media, the Wasserman Center hopes to connect students and display job opportunities gained through the center. To date, there have been over 100 submissions on Twitter — including a retweet from Tisch alumnus Spike Lee, who has more than 300,000 followers on the social networking site. Heather Tranen, a senior assistant director at the Wasserman
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Women’s soccer offense overpowers opponents By SARA LEVY
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For a second time this week, NYU women’s soccer blew out their opponents, as they took charge in their 10-3 win against the College of Staten Island yesterday on Staten Island, NY. “CSI just wasn’t on our level,” said freshman forward Melissa Menta, who scored two goals. “We beat them by a landslide both in fitness and ability.” Sophomore forward Ame lia Hammerl noted that setbacks early in the game did not hurt the team’s morale or focus. “Melissa’s first goal was really great. We had just gotten scored on, and the goal was something we definitely should have pre-
vented, but we got right back in there and scored immediately after,” Hammerl said. “It was great that we didn’t let it get us down and were able to keep focused on playing our game and turn things back around.” Sophomore forward Cami Crawford and junior forward Erin Ahmed also had two goals to their name in the match. “All three of them played great,” said junior forward Leslie Smith, who could not play because of an injury. “Erin had a great header goal which was pretty awesome.” Hammerl, junior forward Imani Ribadeneyra, junior
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Dawson, Valderrama encourage voter registration Dawson also stressed the importance of young voters in the United States. “There’s a crisis here, and that’s why it’s really important that, because you are already registered, you have the intention to vote,” Dawson said. “You’re taking that leadership.” Tisch junior Johanna Nchekwube said he was inspired by the event. “To see how they expressed their Latino pride showed me that I need to have a step up in my culture,” Nchekwube said. “I feel like this is a start to see how people do things so I can mimic that.” Wen-Jui Han, a professor at the Silver School of Social Work, sees National Voter Registration Day as a way to promote solidarity among a city with students from diverse backgrounds. “NYU is located in such a diverse city and community, with 300 languages and people coming from different parts of the world,” Han said. “To understand voting ... has important implications in terms of how people being united together and have a voice despite coming from different parts of the world and different backgrounds. Voting can give you a unified voice.” Valderrama said about 15,000 New Yorkers were registered to vote by the end of the day. Tanay Hudson is a contributing writer. Email her at university@nyunews.com.
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Wasserman hopes to engage students with social media Center, said the campaign began as a way to showcase the career center’s resources. “It began as a way to kick off Welcome Week to engage the incoming students with the Wasserman Center and introduce them to all our resources,” Tranen said. “We want our students to feel empowered and truly feel they are limitless.” David Purdy, a clinical assistant professor of management Communication at Stern School of Business, said he supports the use of social media to promote internship opportunities. “After hearing some 300 pitches on an average day, we just don’t believe most of what we hear. Social media advocacy helps fill that credibility vacuum,” Purdy said. “Who better to believe than our peers who have experienced a given product or service?” CAS senior Briannon Gillis shared her internship success story on Twitter: “I got a job through @NYUWassEmployer, where I met my favorite politician & our President #iamlimitless.” Gillis said the “iamlimitless” hashtag was ingenius because it reflects the way Wasserman Center helps students empower themselves to build their own careers. “Reading about resources on websites is always useful, but actually participating in the programs, visiting Wasserman, attending various sessions,” Gillis said. “And meeting with counselors not only helps you acquire necessary skills, but it also made me realize that there are useful and accessible steps I can take to get closer to setting and accomplishing my goals.” Michelle Wu is a contributing writer. Email her at university@nyunews.com.
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Students, alumni present innovative projects By ANDERS MELIN From innovative women’s underwear to Third World microsavings, the Stern School of Business’ annual Entrepreneurs Challenge was filled by unique startup business ideas. The competition is organized by the Berkeley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation — a branch of Stern that focuses on assisting former and current NYU students to develop and launch their business ventures. Prospective contestants had the opportunity to present their ideas and seek out additional teammates at the event. “This is a safe place for young entrepreneurs to really test their ideas and get feedback from similar-minded peers,” said Loretta Poole, associate director of the Berkeley Center Programs. Based on their ideas, the contestants enter into one of three competition categories. Technology Ventures incorporates startups with a heavy focus on life sciences, information technology and clean tech; Social Ventures include businesses with emphasis on tackling social problems; and New Ventures include startup ideas that focus on the creation process that takes their ideas from concepts to market. To enter the contest, each group, which must involve at least one NYU-affiliatedmember, must create a three-minute pre-
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The second annual NYU Entrepreneurs Festival will take place in November. sentation outlining the idea, a one-page written summary and a business model canvas identifying the nine essential elements that will make up the business model. The deadline for submission is Oct. 16. The first review process will be conducted in December by volunteers from the Berkeley Center and related business fields who will rate the submissions and provide feedback. Three additional screenings take place throughout the spring semester to single out the three victors who will receive $75,000 if entered in either the Technology Venture or the New Venture category and $50,000 if entered in Social Venture. “It’s a great opportunity to make plans become reality,” said Benjamin Dorner, a CAS graduate who attended the event to seek out potential co-creators for a system that directly links patients with their primary care provider — eliminating the intermediation insurance firms and thereby
significantly lowering costs. Allistar Forde, an NYU-Poly senior and computer science major, came with his partner Joseph Louzal, an NYU-Poly senior and bimolecular science major. The two were looking for fellow entrepreneurs whom are ready join them in their endeavor to create educational software developed specifically for chemistry. “We’re from NYU-Poly, so chemistry is a heavy emphasis for us,” Forde said. Cynthia Franklin, an adjunct professor at Stern, said she was drawn to the program as an alumna because she wanted to share her knowledge as a business owner, and now she has worked with the program for five years. “You always see very interesting ideas that get the opportunity to flourish,” Franklin said. Anders Melin is a contributing writer. Email him at university@nyunews.com.
International students discuss experiences in New York By TANAY HUDSON and BIANCA MUKHI
NYU prides itself in being one of the most popular institutions for international students. WSN talks to some membersof NYU’s international community who share their stories of adjusting to New York City life. 1. SUNG HWAN HONG SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA CAS junior, majoring in Journalism and Sociology Q: Why did you choose NYU? A: I had my first American college tour in high school, and NYU was the first college on my tour. NYU left a really strong impression. I just wanted to be here.
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Q: What stood out about NYU? A: I think New York is probably one of the craziest cities you can live in. I just got back, and I realized the extent of craziness the city has. It’s so diverse, and I’m not saying that in terms of race but in terms of character and in terms of people. Q: How would you describe your experience living in New York so far? A: It’s been nice, lots of ups and downs. Apartments are not that nice, and you have to pay a lot of money. The toughest thing about living in New York is that the living expenses are way higher than other places. Q: Where do you feel a sense of community? A: I don’t think I have a place in New York where I feel a sense of community yet. It hasn’t been that long. Even in Gramercy, [which is] the most familiar place for me, I still don’t feel that sense of community there.
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2. SHANNON HELLMANN OSNABRÜCK, GERMANY LSP sophomore Q: What made you choose NYU? A: I chose NYU because there’s a lot to do, to see. You can walk all over campus and not be on campus at the same time. Q: How has your experience been in New York so far? A: I really like being here. It doesn’t matter if you’re a foreigner or not, depending on how adaptable you are. I like how NYU incorporates the city, so I don’t feel very foreign because it’s very international here. But once I wasn’t allowed to buy some medication because I was foreign. That was weird. Q: Where do you find community? A: I know some people from class, but they’re not really my friends — just people I know. I’d say that my community is where I live, with the people I eat and go to sleep with. Q: Do you think that your experience here as a foreigner has taught you about America or about yourself ? A: I definitely think that New York has changed my beliefs and me as a person. Before coming to the U.S., America seemed pretty similar to Germany from my point of view. My time in New York has shown me that American customs are indeed very different from German ones. How has New York changed me? I became much more of an individual. Just interacting with the city makes you a different person.
Tanay Hudson and Bianca Mukhi are contributing writers. Email them at university@nyunews.com.
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Freshman Zoë Hoetzel: less skin is more
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Zoë Hoetzel is a freshman studying film at Tisch School of the Arts. Hoetzel has a great sense of style from head to toe, and every day she shows it off. Interested in the fashion world, style is a huge part of Hoetzel’s life. Her favorite fashion magazine is “Numéro,” and her favorite online source of inspiration is Fashion Gone Rogue.
Question: What are you wearing? Answer: I am wearing a vintage H&M
jacket, J Brand elastic jeans, a plain black tank, Dolce Vita platforms — which are as comfortable as heels get — a necklace I got at the Fairfax flea market in Los Angeles, California, and my favorite plain Victoria’s Secret hat.
Q: What is your favorite item and why? A: My favorite item is my hat because it
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falo Exchange, Beacon’s Closet — here in New York — and in L.A. It’s fun to shop
He decided men needed a comfortable and more inviting environment to turn to for fashion advice. A vast majority of apps cater to women because they use more apps than men. “It’s creative,” said Kerrin Smith, Gallatin junior and fashion blogger. “It’s a really effective way to avoid awkward conversations and a good conducive for men.” Alberto Rosende, a Tisch sophomore, plans on using the Dapprly app for dates. “People tend to idolize a certain style,” Rosende said. “The app helps them get near the goal of looking a certain way.” The company has received positive feedback so far, according to Steinhardt professor Anna Akbari. Akhari is also the image advisor of Dapprly. However, NYU students reacted with mixed feelings towards the concept and could not decide whether they would be the ones posting or advising. LSP freshman Adan
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Free fashion app offers advice, boosts confidence for stylish men Kohnhorst used to ask his roommate for clothing advice because he did not have a full-length mirror in his dorm. Now with Dapprly, Kohnhorst said he hopes commenters will help him combine New York City style with his own European-based look. “There’s been a thing of girls taking pictures of clothes on Facebook,” Kohnhorst said. “Now guys can get into that and beat the stereotype.” Others, such as Steinhardt freshman and fashion industry hopeful Alan Simpson Quinn, believe the app does not accurately express what fashion’s true purpose is. “Cool outfits don’t ever look as good in pictures,” he said. “Fashion is meant to be worn and seen in person.” Quinn admits that even though he plans on getting inspiration for his own wardrobe from Dapprly users, he does not plan on posting pictures or comments. Although the idea behind the app is women helping
men improve their fashion habits, the real focus is creating confident men who are able to dress for any occasion. Akbari said many men are fashionconscious, and the app will boost their self-esteem because they will know they are dressed stylishly. “I am significantly more confident, and not because people are noticing, but because I’m comfortable with the clothes that I’m wearing,” Kansupada said. “I know it looks good.” Dapprly is currently only available for free from the Apple App Store, but according to Kansupada, the company plans to expand to Android and Windows 7 users. Additionally, Akbari said the app will feature tagging and microtrends in different neighborhoods, so users can get an idea of what the locals are wearing. Kathryn Jones is a contributing writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
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at vintage stores because each item is unique, and usually there is just one of them. You can also get designer names for cheaper, and it’s fun to see what you can find. I also like the store Intermix and clothes by designers Alexander Wang and Rag & Bone.
Q: Where does your style inspiration come from, and who are some of your favorite style icons? A: I am really inspired by Tasya Van Ree, a photographer, and Freja Beha, a model, who dress in very simplistic ways. I usually dress for the day by the mood I am in and how I am feeling, so it changes what colors I might wear. Q: What Street Style advice would you give? A: I would say that less skin is more, as well as wearing neutral colors and having one real statement, which for me is my hat. Q: What music do you listen to when walking around the city? A:
Azealia Banks is great to walk to. I also listen to The Kills and Frank Ocean.
Kaitlin Christy is a contributing writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
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Trends for fashionable fingernails By KEERTHI HARISHANKAR
A simple coat of nail polish doesn’t seem to be enough these days; the latest look is elaborate nail art. Try these trends and add a bit of unexpected excitement to whatever you’re wearing.
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1. POLKA DOTS Polka dots are classic and adorable. They can be added to a simple black polish, or for a more adventurous version try a base color like sea-foam or plum. But this look can be easily spruced up by painting the dots in any color. If nail art seems like a daunting a task, polka dots are a simple pattern to try. This trend was seen on the Kate Spade fall 2012 runway last spring and is bound to be a popular look this season.
2. STAND-OUT Another easy way to incorporate nail art into a look is by creating a pattern on one nail per hand. Any color can be used for the other four nails, and then simply pick a pattern to decorate the remaining nails. This trend is easy to execute but make sure your embellished nail is in a complementary hue to the other shade you picked. Also try to avoid painting the special design on the pinky or thumb, as too much decoration on those fingers can look strange.
3. TRIBAL For those in-touch with their wild side, tribal nails are the way to go. This look is characterized by geometric patterns like triangles, diamonds and circles. The designs can be painted in black over a coat of polish, or added in varying colors for a more intricate appearance. The key is to work with complementary colors and to paint with diligence. If done poorly, the nails will look sloppy, but if done correctly, tribal nails be very attentiongrabbing.
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4. OMBRE The ombre, or shaded, trend isn’t just for your hair. Celebrities like Rihanna and Lauren Conrad have been spotted with ombre nails. There are two ways you can rock the style. One option is to apply the look to each nail individually, moving from a lighter to darker shade with each coat. Try American Apparel’s sheer nail polish to make this process easier. Alternatively, you can paint your pinky the lightest color, and have a darker shade on each nail afterwards. This requires more polish but is easier to create.
5. SEASONAL Just as outerwear changes during the seasons, so can nailpolish. Seasonal nails are cute and fun. They get you into the holiday spirit and are perfect if kitschy sweaters and holiday-themed jewelry aren’t your thing. Halloween is coming up, so try bats or spider webs on your fingers, or coordinate your nails with your costume. Sometimes seasonal nails can come off as silly, so keep your design simple. The whimsical nature of your nails will shine through.
Keerthi Harishankar is a contributing writer. Emal her at bstyle@nyunews.com
Work leatherwear into season, budget By SAMANTHA DONAT
Last spring, designers like Proenza Schouler, Versace, Alexander Wang and Narciso Rodriguez showcased leather ensembles at New York Fashion Week, bringing new twists to this timeless style. Leather has been a closet staple of the fashion-forward for a long time, and it looks as if the trend is here to stay for yet another season. The trend does not have to be worn headto-toe to capture the same cool vibe that was spotted on the runways. For people who might feel intimidated by dominating leather pieces, try simple accessories and details such as leather panels on jackets or a faux-leather sheen on pants. For those willing to test out some of this season’s more daring styles — leather pants, skirts and especially dresses — they can make for great statement pieces. Of course, leather jackets are here to stay for both men and women, but now they are designed in more flattering, structured cuts. Although black is the primary color of leather clothing, other shades like beige and red can capture the look just as well without the same severity. Gallatin sophomore Renel Sun prefers the softness of other colors, but she mentioned the versatility of black leather. “With a black leather bag and black leather jacket, you can totally throw them on with anything,” Sun said. Buying leather products does not always mean a wallet-draining price tag.
High-quality leather pieces can cost thousands of dollars, but leather worked its way into virtually every store and boutique. From Forever 21 to BCBG, prices can suit a more reasonable budget. Fake leather, known as pleather, is also an option for those who are unwilling to invest in pricey pieces. The difference in appearance between real and fake leather can often be difficult to distinguish, making the trend affordable for anyone. Some of the season’s best leather pieces for women include Forever 21’s faux-leather pants ($22.80), a blouse with leather detailing at Urban Outfitters ($59) and BCBG’s faux-leather dress ($198). Leather is a fantastic autumn fabric for layering. Cardigans, sweaters, thick scarves and gloves can easily be slipped underneath, making pieces like leather jackets great for everyday wear. The trend can even be worked into a business setting. Leather panels on blazers are a more subtle take on the trend, while a sleek leather skirt in any number of neutral colors looks sophisticated paired with a simple blouse. Menswear has also seen an increase in leather detailing and pieces in recent seasons. “You can really mix and match [leather] in whatever way you want,” said Gallatin freshman Greg Mitola. “[Wearing it with] flannels and black jeans can be a casual ... or you can wear it with trousers and oxfords to really dress it up.” Samantha Donat is a contributing writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
Fashion Institue exhibit ‘Ivy Style’ puts prep on display By ANDREA CIHLAROVA There are only a handful of trends that have the same longevity and staying power of American prep. How is it that a trend that originated on college campuses — not on the runway — remain so strong for decades? This is the question that the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology strives to answer in its new exhibition, “Ivy Style.” The exhibit first introduces visitors to the style and its history. The second room breaks down “Ivy Style” into various looks and gives a thorough overview of main menswear prep designers. The exhibit begins at the birthplace of “Ivy Style:” the ubiquitous Ivy League campus; specifically Harvard, Yale and Princeton. It is to these three well-known universities that we can trace back Oxford button-downs, tweeds, charcoal gray flannel suits, seersuckers and madras shorts, which gained attention post-World War II. During this era, notable menswear brands such as Brooks Brothers and J. Press began taking classic English designs and modifying them for a larger audience: college students. While the image of the New England prep may not be something all NYU students relate to or prefer, the collection of “Ivy Style” designs is still highly
interesting. FIT presents various menswear outfits in an array of locations: from the dorm room to the ballroom, the classroom to the football field. The exhibit is organized thematically rather than chronologically. By integrating designs through today’s heavyweights, such as Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger, FIT strikes the perfect balance between historical accuracy and contemporary relevance. The “Ivy Style” exhibit is only set up in two large halls, and it can easily be seen in 30 minutes, which makes it an excellent place to visit in between classes. Stern freshman Elecia Allen said she found the exhibit intriguing but could not understand certain looks, like wearing a sweater vest to play rugby or a robe over your tuxedo. Whatever your opinion is on Ivy preppiness, one cannot deny its continuous influence on fashion. Its aura of affluence and privilege is deeply integrated into the American style consciousness. It is simply a classic. “Ivy Style” at the Museum at FIT is on view until Jan. 5, 2013. Admission is free. For hours and more information, visit fitnyc.edu/museum. Andrea Cihlarova is a contributing writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
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OPINION
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London reflects past, present, future By SAMANTHA CHONG LONDON — At first glance, London wasn’t different from most cities at all. When I stepped onto British soil and heard crisp voices saying “This way, love,” I wondered, “Why am I here?” After all, London is metropolitan, but so are Singapore and New York. London is modern, hip and a capital of the fashion world; then again, so are Paris, Sydney and a myriad other major cities. As I wandered the streets, I wondered why I didn’t choose Florence, Paris or Shanghai to study abroad during my freshman year. I initially thought it was because of the allure of English history. London is an old city, steeped in its illustrious past and many myths and legends. What else is similar to the Tower of London where Anne Boleyn spent her last days? Can you find a place akin to the Mayflower Pub, where pieces of
the actual Mayflower ship are now embedded in the building itself ? London has all of these things and more. But then I began to listen to the people who make up this city. With over 300 languages spoken in London every day, it became common to hear French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese when I walked down the road — London’s identity began to surface. Now, as I discover more about this city, I find it goes deeper than language and accents. There are people here who have come a long ways to stay and build their homes. There are even those who come bearing the stories of their oppressed ancestors, well aware of the many sacrifices suffered for their privilege to stay here. They come armed with the knowledge that they must find their own identity among their fellow British, French and Chinese Londoners. They are constantly asking themselves, “Who
am I?” This has never been an easy question to answer, and to have to find an identity in one’s own history while integrating into this new, unfamiliar culture is incredibly difficult. But it is a question all Londoners must answer — a question I too must answer — and our answers will ultimately help determine London’s identity. To me, this is why London is a unique city. It is ever-changing and fluid like the tide of the ocean. It truly is a city unlike any other. It is old and new; traditional and modern. It is a city caught between the times — a city proud of its history and eager for the future. As I continue to explore this city, London’s complex answer to the question “Who am I?” will begin to emerge.
Americans ignorant to Syrian crisis By HENRY HSIAO
LONDON — As a college student, I don’t really know what to do about Syria besides reading and writing about it. The most I could do is fly down to Syria, arm myself and take on the Syrian government. But that would only increase the already enormous death toll. NYU frequently tosses around key phrases, such as the international community and global citizen, to little effect. This vague concept of a global citizen combined with the sometimes overwhelming patriotism of the average American has narrowed the world perspective of young people in this country. We read the word globalization in textbooks or hear it in college deans’ speeches. It has lost its meaning because of its overuse. Enter Syria. Syria is being neglected because of this American patriotism. No one can be blamed for putting their home country’s interests first. And, especially after the viral Kony 2012 movement, no one wants to simply pretend to care or be activists because it’s trendy. But Syria isn’t a trend, and it shouldn’t be. Any country enduring a civil war and horrific human
rights violations shouldn’t simply become a trend. When I say horrific human rights violations, I guarantee most of the readers of this column associate that phrase with charity or activist organizations. They probably remember volunteering for one of these charities or donating money without thinking about what it was funding. But I have read about Syria, and I use the word horrific seriously and have chosen it carefully. There is really no other word that has the same meaning to describe the Syrian conflict. As college students, we have an intellectual and moral obligation to invest ourselves in the Syrian crisis. It could be an academic or activist endeavor, but I don’t mean it in those ways. It used to be easier to learn about Syria since it was on the front pages of newspapers. It isn’t anymore. We have an imminent election, a diminishing economy and a topless British duchess that we are much more interested in. It’s not because the American psyche is strange and broken. On the contrary, it is functioning normally. We like having relatively painless firstworld problems, as opposed to political instability and civil war. Even if everyone knew and cared
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about Syria, there is not really anything we could do to impact the outcome. We all wish we could save lives and end catastrophes like this but we cannot. So what do we do? Learn. As college students, we are not expected to change the world but to learn how to do so. Many of us will not take on roles that will influence foreign policy, but some of us will, and it only takes a few. We must analyze the interests of our home nation and determine whether or not they conflict with global interests. We must equate the value of Syrian lives with those of the citizens of our nation. That is both an intellectual and moral obligation to ourselves and to nations like Syria; intellectual because this will undoubtedly change and broaden our perspectives about the world, and moral because it could prevent the torture and massacre of the 20,000 lives — and counting — of innocent people. We must carefully follow and discuss the current situation in Syria. It’s the least we can do. Henry Hsiao is a foreign correspondent. Email him at opinion@nyunews.com.
President Barack Obama’s speech to the United Nations yesterday took a sharper tone towards Iran’s augmentation of a nuclear program. But in order to keep from encroaching on Iran’s sovereignty, his admonishments on the sensitive subject remained vague. By supporting a diplomatic approach, Obama encouraged the right of every nation to harness “peaceful nuclear power” – a phrase that does little to illustrate the imminent threat Iran poses as a nuclear nation. While Iranian leaders continue to threaten Israel, Iran cannot be considered a peaceful nation or one that should be allowed to enrich uranium for “peaceful nuclear power.” It has become clear to the international community that Iran’s intentions for its nuclear resources are not peaceful at all. We are not urging an attack on Iran either — by the United States or by Israel. But the Obama administration must take a more solid position on the issue. By drastically increasing sanctions on Iran, the United States can potentially pressure the regime into making concessions in their nuclear program. Obama’s efforts to sponsor an idealistic perspective on a nation’s right to achieve nuclear power do little to comfort a growing sense of unease. In the case of Iran, a nation with compromising intentions that is engaged in hostile relationships with surrounding countries, Obama’s case for peace is too romantic for the context of this precarious situation. The president’s words and actions are just, but his unwillingness to take definite action only prolongs Iran’s window of opportunity to create a nuclear weapon.
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Referee replacement disgraces NFL
By SEBASTIEN VAN HEYNINGEN
After one of the most controversial calls in recent sports history, the reactions from eveybody in the stadium told the whole story. The Seattle Seahawks, the home team, were ecstatic upon realizing the officiating crew made a decision that helped their team toe victory on Monday night. The Green Bay Packers stared at the ground and shook their heads. Football is such a passionate sport, and even the closest call can be endlessly debated. This time there were no objections; no arguments; nothing. The Packers and some of their loyal fans were shocked, hurt and ready to go home. The ruling on the field shocked football fans everywhere. But not this fan. I wasn’t watching. I am just the latest in a growing trend of fed-up football fans. When Sundays roll around, we are turning off our televisions and laptops and putting jerseys back in the closet. National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell failed us, and deserves to suffer the consequences for tainting America’s most popular sport. For those who do not know the whole story, the regular referees are currently in a labor dispute with their employers, the NFL, and the game is suffering because of it. Commissioner Goodell brought in a group of replacement referees whose former jobs range from Costco store manager to former referee for the Lingerie Football League. But according to a report from the New York Daily News, the officials who previously worked for the LFL were fired by the league. Because of these replacement referees, countless games had momentum swings in favor of a team that was just lucky. Fighting is at an all-time high and there is almost no accountability for mistakes. These people are not qualified to do this job. A referee was actually removed from a game because he was a fan of one of
the competing teams. This is not an insult to their character, work ethic or morals — they are simply not qualified. Game announcers are constantly correcting their mistakes live on air, players are getting calls that they ask for on the field and the integrity of the game is at stake. All of this has been true since the season started, but nobody could have definitively said a game was won or lost directly because of the actions of replacement referees until Monday night. Here’s the straw that broke the camel’s back: With seven seconds left in a tight and poorly officiated game, the Seahawks were down by five points and were looking to score on a last-second pass in the end zone. Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson tossed up a prayer of a pass meant for wide receiver Golden Tate, who was in a crowd of players from both teams. It appears the ball was caught by Green Bay Packers defensive back M.D. Jennings, even though Tate also had a hand in the play. If so, the game should have ended with an interception by Jennings and a Packers victory. One replacement referee even waved his hands to signal the game was over. However, the other threw his hands up for a touchdown, and the Seahawks were awarded the win. The argument for a touchdown is as follows: on simultaneous catches, when both players have equal possession, the catch is awarded to the offense. However, it was clear to most spectators that Jennings had more control and should have been credited with the game-saving interception. Following that sports travesty, President Barack Obama was asked to give his opinion. “I’ve been saying for months, ‘We’ve got to get our refs back,’” Obama said. We all have, Mr. President. We all have. Sebastien Van Heyningen is a deputy sports editor. Email him at sheyningen@nyunews.com.
Mets fail as team while star players enjoy individual success By MICHAEL MANDELKERN The New York Mets have been a tremendous disappointment this season, to put it lightly. The team has gone a horrendous 23-43 since the All-Star break after a promising 46-40 start. Now the Mets, at 7083, are mathematically unable to finish the season with a winning record. Even though the Mets are irrelevant in the wild card race, knuckleball starter R.A. Dickey has been a standout all season. Dickey is a National League Cy Young Award frontrunner with a 2.66 ERA, number one in the NL and 209 strikeouts — two behind Los Angeles Dodgers starter Clayton Kershaw. He also ranks highest in the NL in total innings pitched with 220. Dickey has 19 wins but should have already passed 20. The lineup, however, flicked away several spoon-fed victories. On Aug. 3, he threw seven innings of two-run ball against the San Diego Padres with nine strikeouts, but the lineup only scrounged nine scattered hits and one run. Then he faced the same outcome, more or less, on Sept. 11. If Dickey had been pitching for at least an adequate offensive team, there is no doubt he would lead the NL in wins. The absence of starter Dillon Gee since mid-July and ace Johan Santana since late August forced manager Terry Collins to experiment with untested minor league arms to fill the rest of the rotation. Starter Jonathon Niese is 12-9 this season with a 3.49 ERA and, along
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Dickey won 19th game of the season earlier this month. with Dickey, is the only other symbol of reliability in the rotation this season. Prized pitching prospect Matt Harvey made his debut in late July with a promising 2.73 ERA over 10 starts, holding his opponents to a .200 batting average. Once he refines his command and varies his pitches, Harvey will cement his reputation as one of the brightest young stars in baseball. One batter in the rotation who cannot be blamed for a lack of support is third baseman David Wright. He entered the All-Star break with a scorching .351 batting average, a .441 on-base percentage and a .563 slugging percentage. As of Sept. 18, however, he cooled off to .304/.390/.487, enviable scores, but not as impressive for the season. Wright still remains the most formidable batter in the lineup. He is no longer an MVP candidate like he was in July, but the Mets’ self-destruction highlights how the team is dependent on his offensive production. Second baseman Daniel Murphy has been streaky — averaging .240 in June and then surging to .360 in July. As of Sept. 25, he is averaging .291 and ranks seventh in the NL with
38 doubles. Murphy lacks power but is the most reliable batter to get a hit aside from Wright. First baseman Ike Davis has 30 home runs and 88 runs batted in but a lowly .227 average and 134 strikeouts. Putting him in the lineup is like buying a lottery ticket: You will most likely lose, but the gains could be plentiful. Shortstop Ruben Tejada has been solid defensively all season, so his power and average are not a primary concern. He is comfortable with turning double plays, hustles to make difficult plays and, at 22-yearsold, will only get better. No one expected the Mets to be good, and they are not. A short-lived consistency of twoout runs early in the season and a brief winning record created an illusion that the team might have a chance at the postseason for the first time since 2006. Once the smoke cleared, a team of inexperienced prospects with an overall lack of power and speed was exposed. But practice makes perfect, and two more weeks won’t hurt. Michael Mandelkern is a contributing writer. Email him at sports@nyunews.com.
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Women’s soccer scores landslide win against Staten Island College midfielder Natalie Beach, and sophomore midfielder and forward Claire Shanahan also made their ways onto the score sheet. Hammerl attributed the win to the hard work in practice. “We’ve been working a lot on our attacking movement which obviously helped us a lot with the 10 goals,” Hammerl said. “You could very visibly see how much our movement has improved since the first game.” “I have to give credit to our offensive movement,” Smith said. “After we picked up the speed of play, our runs off the ball were leaving huge gaps in their defense.” The team has also been honing on their defensive techniques in practice.
“Lately we’ve been working on the defensive shape in combination with our attacking movement,” Hammerl said. “It’s been helping us a lot to work directly against each other like that and get a feel for what real game competition will look like.” The hard work has paid off on the field, as the Violets have won four straight and now have 6-2 overall record this season. The Violets will play a University Athletic Association game at Case Western University on Saturday, Sept. 29, in Cleveland, Ohio, at 5 p.m. Sara Levy is deputy sports editor. Email her at slevy@nyunews.com.
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