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Time Keeper passes away at 70
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By TATIANA BAEZ and JULIE DEVITO
In the second of three presidential debates on Tuesday night, President Barack Obama and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney faced off in a town-hall-style debate at Hofstra University. Speaking to a crowd of undecided voters from Nassau County, the two candidates routinely reiterated many of the ideas they delineated in the first debate and were not bashful to criticize the other. “Both candidates dropped pleasantries and were on attack, sometimes at the [expense] of answering the question,” said LSP sophomore Griffin Simpson. Jeremy Epstein, a 20-year-old college student, asked the candidates how they can reassure him that he would be able to support himself after college. In response, Romney seized the opportunity to attack the president’s record. “It’s not going to be like the last
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John Votta, a legendary member of the NYU community, was the unofficial time keeper.
John Votta, also known as NYU’s Time Keeper, recently passed away in his room on West 12th Street, at age 70. Called a “Shepherd for NYU students” by The New York Times, Votta consistantly stood at the corner of Washington Square East and Washington Place, he wore a watch on each wrist and called out a countdown to students as they passed on their ways to class. Votta, who grew up in East Harlem, lived on an $870 monthly Social Security check and paid $60 a week for a rentregulated furnished room, according to The New York Times. Roland Velez, a doorman near Votta’s building and a friend of his, said Votta passed out a few weeks ago and was taken to Beth Israel hospital. He
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‘True Blood’ star directs hilarious New York-centric film By JEREMY GROSSMAN Although she is best known for playing the sassy, southern Arlene on HBO’s “True Blood,” Carrie Preston lives and breathes New York, and the proof lays in her newest film, “That’s What She Said.” Telling the story of three women navigating the mean, messy streets of Manhattan on one particularly stressful day, “That’s What She Said” details both the best and worst qualities of life in New York City. “I wanted this to be a love letter to New York,” Preston said. “Or a hate letter, if you want to put it that way. You love to be challenged by New York. Why else would you live here?” Preston grew up in Macon, Ga., but has lived in New York for the past 22 years ever since she attended Juilliard in 1990. “That’s What She Said” is the third feature from Preston’s production company, Daisy 3 Pictures, and her second film as director. Yet this particular film exemplifies the company’s evolution from its nascent days using “Home Depot lights” and “Mini-DV cameras,” as Preston described their former equipment. To add to the increased stature of the studio, it features familiar names like Anne Heche and Alia Shawkat of “Arrested Development,” as well as Marcia DeBonis, who starred in the story’s original stage version.
“Those women are just extraordinary to begin with, and they’re brave actors,” Preston said. “They take risks. They’re not afraid of it. And that was definitely what we needed for this film, because it does get so gritty in order for the comedy to work.” Fitting in with the insanity of New York, “That’s What She Said” is high-strung and brutally fast-paced, a pace that all of the actresses take to exquisitely. The women are unkempt and unladylike, getting into fights, pulling fire alarms and causing trouble everywhere they travel. Heche, Shawkat and Debonis carry the entire film, which is a considerable feat given that there is not a single line of dialogue from a male actor. “You’re like, ‘Wow, did I really just watch 90 minutes of three women talking?’ Yeah, I did. I did just watch that,” Preston said. But for an on-edge film, Preston fills the story with heart and empathy. Even though “That’s What She Said” only covers a period of 24 hours, the characters are fully formed, with fascinating relationships that Preston refers to as a “womance.” The actresses even participated in three days of rehearsal, which is rare for a film — actors usually rehearse on the day of shooting. Preston is thrilled that the year 2012 in particular has seen a number of great female-driven stories in film and on TV,
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Carrie Preston reminds the audience of female wit in “That’s What She Said.” like “Bachelorette,” Fox’s “The Mindy Project” and HBO’s “Girls.” “I’m so inspired when I see the younger actors like Mindy [Kaling] and Lena [Dunham], who are not traditional in every way,” Preston said. “They’re interesting in telling alternative stories about women and not perpetuating the Hollywood preternatural gorgeousness, wedding-obsessed, frilly person that I don’t know. I don’t know those women.” Even when “Bridesmaids” came out in 2011, Preston made sure to tell as many people as possible about the film.
“We needed to support and show Hollywood that women are funny,” Preston said. “It’s like they forgot it. It’s like, ‘Did you not remember Lucille Ball?’ We have a period of time in the last 10 or 20 years where it’s like everybody forgot that women are funny and that women are powerful and that women can create good content. So I’m glad that their amnesia is over and they’ve remembered it, because I’m a part of that now.” Jeremy Grossman is film editor. Email him at film@nyunews.com.
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University’s unofficial Time Keeper passes away at age 70
added that the cause of death is still unknown and that Votta’s beneficiary is working to receive more information from the police. “He’s been up and down this block for years,” Velez said. “He always came into the building and ran to the store for us, had coffee breaks with us, ordered coffee for us, chitchatted with us. He was a great man.” NYU spokesman Philip Lentz said the university is saddened to learn the death of Votta, NYU’s unofficial time keepr. “Though not an official member of the NYU community, Mr. Votta was a beloved figure on campus, and his presence and booming voice will be missed,” Lentz said. Edward J. Sullivan, professor of Art History, said that Votta reminded of the “town criers” that began in medieval Europe who would broadcast the important news of the day. “The Washington Square timekeeper was a link back to a very ancient tradition of people who both tell time and look out for the public good,” Sullivan said. “He may not have known that he was a link in this historical chain but he was, and
in the regard his presence will be missed.” CAS sophomore Lesly Santos also said she was sad to hear of the timekeeper’s passing. “I was late for class once, and he stopped and yelled at a cab so that I didn’t get hit by the cab,” Santo said. CAS junior Brittany Lipponer said she was intimidated when she saw Votta yelling for the first time. “Then it kept happening. It was just really endearing having him there,” Lipponer said. Danielle Velez, Roland’s wife, said she and her husband hope to hold a memorial for Votta’s friends and family. “[John’s] family is the people on 12th Street, the locals and the kids at NYU,” Danielle said. “John loved those kids, and they made him so happy everyday. Even when he was in the hospital, he was upset that he was missing his post at NYU. He had a really big heart and never wanted to miss a day at the school.” Tatiana Baez is a deputy university editor. Julie DeVito is a senior editor. Email them at university@nyunews.com.
By BILLY RICHLING
The New York State Department of Health issued a recommendation earlier this month urging HIVpositive males who have had sexual relations with men to receive meningococcal vaccinations immediately. The recommendation comes after a recent meningitis outbreak in the city. There have been four reported cases in New York City within the past four weeks, one resulting in death and one in critical condition at press time. City officials said the outbreak was caused by a contaminated steroid medication that was distributed to 20 states over the summer. Meningitis is a disease caused by the inflammation of the meninges, the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Inflammation usually occurs when the fluid surrounding those areas is infected, which can happen during prolonged close contact with an infected person. “The most recent four cases have all been among HIV-infected men,” the City Department of Health stated in a report. “People living with HIV are at a greater risk than the general population of acquiring invasive meningococcal disease and, if infected, dying from infection.” Judith A. Aberg, a professor at the NYU School of Medicine’s Division of Infectious Diseases and Immunology, said more than 50 percent of those newly diagnosed with HIV in New York City is among men, particularly youth. She also said men need to be aware of potential exposures if they want to remain safe. “HIV infected men should be using condoms, including during oral sex,” Aberg said. “If they suspect they may have had an exposure, or if they
NYU Greeks support fight against breast cancer By NICOLE GARTSIDE Zeta Tau Alpha and Sigma Phi Epsilon paired up this weekend to raise awareness for breast cancer and fundraise for research in the first Think Pink-a-Palooza event. The evening began in the Kimmel Center for University Life Rosenthal Pavilion with the guest speaker Diana Lake, medical oncologist at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, who discussed the realities of breast cancer in America. Lake said one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. After the speech from Lake, Think Pink-a-Palooza changed gears with a male beauty pageant contest called Big Man On Campus. The pageant, open to all fraternities and sports teams on campus, was a competition of wit, charm and physical strength. To participate, each candidate was asked to get two sponsors to fund their entry. “I thought it was really great that they boys at NYU wanted to get involved in our event and help us make it as amazing as it was,” said Julie Wichler, a Steinhardt junior and sponsor. The men graced the stage dressed as their interpretation of a fighter — symbolic in honor of those fighting breast cancer. The audience saw a boxer, a scientist and even Captain America represented in the men’s creative costumes. The contestants were asked an array of trivia and personal questions, as well as administered tests of physical strength, while they were scored by a panel of judges.
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“I hope that while people are having fun, they see that there is always something bigger than ourselves,” said Eleni Arvanitis, a CAS junior and the event’s organizer from Zeta Tau Alpha. “My expectations were that the fundraiser would earn lots of money for the fight against breast cancer and that it would shed more light on the difficulties faced by those afflicted with breast cancer,” said CAS sophomore Max Gorden, a competitor and member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. CAS sophomore Jaime Perez of Phi Gamma Delta took home the “Big Man On Campus” crown. Think Pink-a-Palooza raised almost $2,000 for breast cancer awareness and education. Arvanitis said her organization hopes to raise $2,000 throughout breast cancer awareness month. “It’s an amazing cause,” said Gallatin sophomore Gigi Chen, a Kappa Kappa Gamma member. “I want to help support our other Greeks in the community.” Arvanitis said the involvement and support of other Greek organizations has been crucial to the event. “We are lucky to be in such an amazing and supportive Panhellenic and Greek system,” she said. Zeta Tau Alpha will continue to fundraise for its breast cancer cause for the rest of October. Currently, it is collecting pink Yoplait lids in all NYU dorms. Nicole Gartside is a contributing writer. Email her at ngartside@nyunews.com.
have symptoms such as a fever, headache, stiff neck or rash, they should see their doctor immediately, as we do have antibiotics to prevent disease.” Though Tisch freshman Kyle Hill said the vaccination was a good idea, he said he was not particularly worried. “That being said, I’m not HIV-positive, so I am using the same amount of protection that I always do,” Hill said. “I encourage other people to be safe as well.” NYU requires its students either to receive the meningitis vaccine or to acknowledge information regarding the disease. Patients seeking to obtain the vaccination may contact their usual HIV care provider. If the vaccine is not offered, patients can call 311 to identify a health care site. Vaccinations are offered at New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation’s HIV clinics and the Health Department’s immunization and sexually transmitted disease clinics. Costs are covered by Medicaid and AIDS Drug Assistance Program. Harold Horowitz, director of Infection Control and section chief of Infectious Diseases at Bellevue Hospital, said college students in dorms are traditionally a high-risk group. “Students in general should have had a vaccine within the past five few years, but the current recommendation for HIV+ is to have one vaccine and a second vaccine four to eight weeks later,” Horowitz said. “Students who fall into high-risk categories that have had the vaccine may likely need another dose.” The city has released an extensive Outbreak Fact Sheet in addition to its initial press release. The State Department of Health has also posted information on its website. Billy Richling is a contributing writer. Email him at cstate@nyunews.com.
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four years,” Romney said. “The middle class has been crushed over the last four years, and jobs have been too scarce.” Heavily criticized for his lackluster performance in the first debate, Obama was more assertive this time around in refuting Romney’s statements. Obama scrutinized the veracity of Romney’s critique about his cuts on permits and licenses for domestic oil production. “Not true, Governor Romney,” Obama said. “You had a whole bunch of oil companies who had leases on public lands that they weren’t using ... And so what we did was take away those leases. And we are now reletting them so that we can actually make a profit.” The president also shouldered complete responsibility for the attack on the American embassy in Benghazi although Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton took the blame the previous day. “I’m the president and I’m always responsible, and that’s why nobody’s more interested in finding out exactly what happened than I do,” Obama said. The two candidates also jabbed each other over their tax policies. Obama said
Romney’s policies would add up to $8 trillion to the deficit, which the Americans will have to pay. “You’re going to be paying for it,” he said. “You’re going to lose some deductions, and you can’t buy the sales pitch. Nobody who’s looked at it that’s serious actually believes it adds up.” Romney countered with a touting of his record in balancing budgets. “Well, of course they add up,” Romney said. “I was someone who ran businesses for 25 years and balanced the budget. I ran the Olympics and balanced the budget. I ran the state of Massachusetts as a governor, to the extent any governor does, and balanced the budget all four years.” Though the winner of the debate will itself be debated, GLSP senior Caroline Ballard gave the nod to the incumbent president. “Obama brought it more this time. Romney just stated the problem in different words, but Obama gave his plans,” Ballard said. Tony Chau is city/state editor. Email him at tchau@nyunews.com.
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BEAUTY AND STYLE Favorite fashion films to watch while staying warm
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By OLIVIA WEISS Fall is here, the temperatures are dropping and the rain keeps pouring. Before you know it, snow will be piling up, and you will be cuddled up and watching Netflix. Here are the best films to help you get your fashion fix without venturing out into the cold. VALENTINO: THE LAST EMPEROR (2008) This documentary offers a look into the relationship and friendship between haute couture mastermind Valentino Garavani and his partner Giancarlo Giammetti. Viewers are given a look into the lavish world that Garavani lives in as he travels through Europe. Those interested in design can see the entire process that include sketching, creating delicate, handmade pieces, fitting the models and showing pieces on the runway. An emotional retrospective of Garavani’s work in Rome, the film portrays him as the last person to live the truly glamorous and extravagant lifestyle of a European emperor.
THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE (2009) “The September Issue,” directed by R.J. Cutler, takes viewers inside the private offices of Vogue. Watch as the magazine staff assembles the September 2007 issue, Vogue’s biggest and most important issue. The film offers an inside look into the photo shoots and meetings, as well as the personalities of those involved in this exclusive world. The relationship between editor in chief Anna Wintour and creative director Grace Coddington is one to watch. Though they argue, the pair depends on each other’s creativity and perspective. This film is great for those who want to see how an important issue of the world’s most infamous fashion magazine is assembled.
BILL CUNNINGHAM NEW YORK (2010) Cunningham is one of the world’s most beloved fashion photographers. His uniform — khaki pants, a blue jacket and a camera around his neck — has made him famous in the fashion photography world. He is credited for being the first street photographer and has been a staff member for The New York Times for decades. This film documents Cunningham who, at 80 years old, rides through the city on his bike photographing anything that catches his eye. The film shows the way Cunningham questions the idea of a celebrity. It also illustrates that he is not interested in people because of their money or status, and he values creativity and individuality.
DIANA VREELAND: THE EYE HAS TO TRAVEL (2012) If you prefer to venture outside to get your fashion film fix, catch “Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel” at select New York City theaters. This documentary shows the influence Vreeland, a famous fashion columnist and former Harper’s Bazaar editor, editor in chief at Vogue and employee for the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, has had on the fashion world. “Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel” is currently playing at The Angelika Film Center New York (18 West Houston St.) and Lincoln Plaza Cinemas (1886 Broadway). ALL PHOTOS VIA FACEBOOK.COM
Olivia Weiss is a contributing writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
By KIMBERLY SCHU Steinhardt freshman Yasmin Gunberg, who is studying studio art, has a fun, creative sense of style. Check out what this sophisticated artist has in her closet. LLANA FAIBISH FOR WSN
Freshman Yasmin Gunberg flaunts her everyday style. THE FULL-TIME STUDENT When Gunberg goes to class she never fails to show up in style. Throwing on a pair of ripped jeans with a shabby sweatshirt and sneakers does not cut it for this creative, glamorous girl. “I love to be comfortable, but when I’m too dressed down I just don’t feel like me,” Gunberg said. “I try to incorporate new things into my wardrobe and spice up my life as much as possible.” For various everyday activities, including hanging out with friends, grabbing some frozen yogurt or studying at Bobst Library, Gunberg puts on a nice pair of leggings and dresses it up with a long shirt and a pair of boots.
THE ARTIST Gunberg spends nearly six hours every day in the art studio painting, drawing and working on sculptures and photographs. She wakes up bright and early, ready to grab her sketchbook and put on an outfit that reflects her style. She especially loves to wear her oversized, white wool sweater, which can be thrown over any T-shirt or smock. “This is only one of Yasmin’s adorable, edgy combinations,” said LSP freshman Meghan Simon, a friend of Gunberg’s. “She lives down the hall from me and I never know what to expect when she steps out of her room.”
THE WORKING GIRL Gunberg is applying for a job at American Apparel. For her interview she wore her best formal pants with a comfortable turtleneck blouse and an elegant, cream-colored jacket. To add color to her look, she put her hair up in a bun with a thick, red hair scrunchy, which made the look more sophisticated and made her face visible and clean. Gunberg finished off the look with a fresh coat of Bobbi Brown eyeliner and clear Mac lip gloss.
THE NIGHT OWL After a long week, Gunberg is ready to get together with her friends and have a good time. That is when her collection of dresses and creative DIY sense of style is helpful. She recently took a pair of scissors to a brown dress with frilly sleeves and transformed it into a chic, strapless dress. The dress, along with many other pieces of Gunberg’s wardrobe are original and stylish, and certainly stand out when she struts down the city’s streets.
Kimberly Schu is a staff writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
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1. DOLCE & GABBANA LIGHT BLUE POUR HOMME The hints of wood and spice in Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue Pour Homme cologne are masculine without being overwhelming. Subtle and long lasting, this cologne was designed to capture the sensuality of the Mediterranean while maintaining an aroma of sophistication. “It’s not that strong. I like its subtleness,” said CAS freshman Jeffery Kim, who is loyal to Light Blue Pour Homme. 2. BLEU DE CHANEL Bleu de Chanel blends fresh pine and citrus to create a natural fragrance. This cologne has a crisp and sultry scent that requires generous application to allow for subtle development. “It’s light and crisp,” said CAS junior Joseph Jung. “It’s perfect to wear just around college.” 3. ABERCROMBIE & FITCH FIERCE COLOGNE Abercrombie’s Fierce cologne has a clean, youthful vibe. At first, Fierce creates a heavy aura, but it fades to an attenuate but distinct fragrance.
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“I like it because girls like it, and that’s the only reason I wear [this] cologne,” said LSP sophomore Max Gorden. 4. ACQUA DI GIO POUR HOMME BY GIORGIO ARMANI An Allure Best Beauty Award-winner, Acqua Di Gio has a modern, masculine scent. This cologne has a transparent style that alludes to an earthy aromatic blend of rosemary and amber. Its sophistication is pleasant and recognizable, created by herbs rather than spices. 5. RALPH LAUREN BIG PONY COLLECTION #1 Part of Ralph Lauren’s Big Pony Collection, this cologne is becoming popular among students because of its playful, athletic scent. Subtle yet spirited, this fragrance includes a mixture of grapefruit and lime. The citrus aroma creates clean and light finish, making the perfect postworkout cologne.
Clara Yang is a staff writer. Email her at bstyle@nyunews.com.
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OPINION
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POLITICAL AFFILIATION STAFF EDITORIAL
Candidates deserve true party representation By JESSICA LITTMAN Another candidate for New York City mayor has switched parties. Tom Allon, president and chief executive of Manhattan Media and former Democrat, announced this week that he would become a Republican as a way of increasing his chances of appearing on the ballot in 2013. In August, George T. McDonald, a financier who is considering a mayoral run, also switched his party affiliation from Democrat to Republican. At least five prominent Democrats are expected to run for mayor in New York City next year, meaning that the primary bid will be much easier for Republicans. According to Allon, New Yorkers need more centrists like current Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who switched from Democrat to Republican in 2000 and from Republican to Independent in 2007. I happen to agree that our city’s next mayor should be a centrist and should not pander to party expectations. However, I also want a mayor
who will stick to his positions and who sees more significance in his party affiliation than the size of its candidate pool. That is not to say that politicians should not be allowed to switch parties — if one’s views truly change, then it is necessary to change one’s affiliation to match them. Allon and McDonald, however, have expressed no significant change in their political views to match the change in their party registration. Based on his positions, namely campaign finance and education reform, Allon really does seem like a centrist candidate. So if party affiliation does not matter in terms of his platform, why should Allon run as a candidate of either major party? Running as an independent would be just as strategic in terms of getting himself on the ballot, and it would do less to distort the meaning of political parties. One’s party should represent one’s politics. I am a registered Democrat because I agree with the main tenets
of that party’s platform. But politicians who agree with neither major party — a very respectable opinion — should not hold themselves as representatives of one or the other simply to gain electoral advantage. This practice distorts the meaning of political parties and waters down their message. Allon and McDonald may have a more open playing field in the primary elections if they are the only Republican candidates for mayor. But do Republicans want to vote for a candidate who does not truly represent them? If a true Republican enters the race, he or she will take the base away from these candidates who threw themselves in with that party on the off chance that their campaigns will be easier. But New Yorkers should vote for a mayor who is honest about his positions and chooses his or her party based on the one which best represents his ideology, not the one who has the fewest candidates. Jessica Littman is deputy opinion editor. Email her at jlittman@nyunews.com.
TECHNOLOGY
Digital convenience ruins quality of products By SIDDHI SUNDAR I can never get over the visceral mysticism of watching Ivan run away into the waters at the end of Andrei Tarkovsky’s iconic film “Ivan’s Childhood.” The jet black-and-white grains chase each other in a choreographed dance of light and shadow that is eternally mesmerizing on film. Just a few days after watching the flickers of Ivan for the umpteenth time, we learned during a tech session in class to use the auto setting on our digital cameras as a panic button in difficult circumstances. Basically, it is an easy way to forgo learning the science of shooting and attaining movie magic with a simple click of a button — a part of a streamlined program that has eliminated film stock and transitioned us to digital education. I’m sure Tarkovsky had that option in the field. And then, as if the universe was pulling all the strings to my song of frustration, Clay Shirky, an adjunct professor at NYU who specializes in media’s transformation of the information economy, spoke to an introductory to journalism class about what he believes is the inevitable and necessary death of print.
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We are consistently reaching new technological zeniths to engage consumers through innovation. But the convenience of digital modernism is also an ugly Achilles heel. Rather than beneficial advancement, we face imminent displacement. The Internet runs rampant with Instagrammed iPhone photos filtered to resemble film, their owners shamelessly branding themselves as vintage photographers who produce images on par with those developed by the darkroom workhorses who actually defined our visual histories. Faux-retro digital filters have enabled the demise of Kodak stocks and traditional, effort-based media education. Then there is Internet news, which absolves the pressure cooker strains and responsibilities of a print newsroom, lacking the privilege of rectifying factual errors with a quick mouse click. These changes may wreak minimal anguish upon the mainstream audience eager to embrace progress. But for the generation that grew up on breakfast table newspapers and film grain at the local cinema houses, accepting this displacement is painful, not just nostalgically, but also in terms of day-to-day practice.
Our grandparents probably will not head out to Best Buy for an iPad to read their news or stream their movies. According to Shirky, that’s their loss. In a digital world, it’s survival of the fittest. There are two faithful fighters that can save history from its figurative death — the people who refuse to see nostalgia as a fad and the professionals who refuse to sacrifice the roots of their craft. Despite the advent of state-of-the-art digital projection in theaters that has rendered the need for traditional 35mm prints invalid and websites that make print appear ancestral, production isn’t just about convenience. It is about quality. As long as the strong-willed refuse to compromise their ideals, digitalism may roar onward alongside an equally present current of tradition. For me, even when “Ivan’s Childhood” has been restored in the highest-quality format that will soon replace Blu-Ray, I will still watch an ocean twirl against a backdrop of black-and-white flickers. This is the absolute experience. Siddhi Sundar is a staff columnist. Email her at opinion@nyunews.com.
Shooting shows need for gender equality in Pakistani schools
Taliban insurgents continue to denounce Malala Yousafzai, the 14-year-old Pakistani schoolgirl who was shot last week, claiming that her advocacy for female education runs counter to Shariah law. Yousafzai, who was airlifted to Britain on Oct. 15 for follow-up care after a bullet was removed from her spinal cord, is expected to recover and eventually return to her schooling. A Taliban spokesperson claimed that the shooting was necessary due to Yousafzai’s support for ideas that run “against mujahideen.” The shooting was an indirect byproduct of the nation’s inability to remove a distorted view of religion from its educational system. It is estimated that between 12 percent of girls and 26 percent of women in Pakistan are literate. Only 3 million girls have an education beyond middle school. Meanwhile, the nation’s educational system is still rooted in a backwards madrassa system, which often radicalizes the youth and pushes them towards religious fanaticism — the same fanaticism that allows grown men to shoot an unarmed child behind her back. Threatening letters to the family were not enough to keep Yousafzai from voicing her opinions, however. The shooting speaks to how the Taliban fear this inevitable change. In a country that lacks strong leadership, the prominent rise of a 14-year-old girl can intimidate even religious extremists with broad, universal intentions. Drones fly overhead and are an ever-present threat to the daily lives of Pakistani civilians. This is an important matter in the country and undermines American favorability. But while we focus on military intervention, it is easy to disregard other, more fundamental issues at play in the region. Young activists like Yousafzai are denied basic access to educational opportunities due to a religious patriarchy that suppresses women’s rights. Helping to foster a culture that accepts rather than stigmatizes equality remains a pressing issue, more so than we often believe. When madrassas openly welcome all Pakistani girls inside their rooms, an unjust element of day-to-day life is forced out the door.
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SPORTS
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Tennis champions leave for retirement after stunning careers By NICHOLAS NEMEROFF
As 2012 comes to a close, we say goodbye to four champions who made an indelible mark on the tennis world. Fortunately, these standouts will be remembered not only for their titles and victories but for their impact as unique and distinctive players. RAINER SCHUETTLER A 2003 Australian Open finalist and former top-five player, Scheuttler announced his retirement, citing an extenuating groin injury and fitness problems. Known for his grit and tenacity on the court, Schuettler won four career titles on the Association of Tennis Professional World Tour because of his outstanding determination and fitness. He said, “I am not two meters tall, so I didn’t have a big serve like Roger [Federer] or [John] Isner. I had to work for my points and of course my base was always my fitness. I worked hard to not get tired and remain aggressive from the baseline.” The relentless approach he puts forth on the court makes it easy to see why Schuettler was widely admired and respected by fans around the world. JUAN CARLOS FERRERO Former world number one and 2003 French Open champion, Ferrero — nicknamed the Mosquito for his speed and slender frame — is going to hang up his racket after his final tournament next week. Ferrero was known for his
sensational ball striking abilities and fierce will, grounded in physical fitness and a sound state of mind. The 32-year-old Spaniard will retire with 16 career titles, and he has the potential to add a 17th when he plays his final professional tournament in Valencia, Spain.
FERNANDO GONZÁLEZ González will undoubtedly be remembered for having the single most lethal and powerful forehand in tennis history. González’s most notable Grand Slam achievement occurred during the 2007 Australian Open, where he stunned many by bludgeoning his way through to the final before succumbing to Federer. But González may be remembered mostly for his remarkable performances representing Chile at the Olympics. In 2004, González won the bronze medal in singles and the gold medal in doubles, teaming with partner Nicolas Massu. In 2008, González captured the silver medal in singles, losing the gold to Spain’s Rafael Nadal in the gold medal match. González, who cited a lack of energy as his cause of retirement, played his last professional match in March at the Sony Ericsson Open against Nicholas Mahut. ANDY RODDICK The greatest American tennis player of what I’ll coin as the “post-millennial generation,” Roddick has decided to throw in the towel after 13 years of professional tennis. Famous for his deadly serve and remarkable consistency, Roddick’s career is as decorated as they come. In 2003, Roddick captured his first and only Grand Slam at the U.S. Open, defeating Fer-
Yankees fans should show A-Rod some respect By CHRIS MARCOTRIGIANO Dear Mr. Rodriguez, I think you and I can agree that your performance overall in the postseason does not meet your standards. You have been substituted by pinch-hitters, benched by your manager and mercilessly booed by your own home fans. Let’s not forget the resentment that rains down on you in essentially every at-bat on the road. With all of this hatred, it is nothing short of amazing that you can even find the strength to get to the stadium each day and put on the pinstripes. I cannot speak for other fan bases, but I am willing to apologize on behalf of Yankees fans even though some may strongly disagree. You are 99 hits shy of the iconic mark of 3,000 in your career and 115 homeruns away from being the all-time leader in that category, too. If you accomplish both, you will be wearing a Yankees uniform in front of a fan base that does not appreciate what it is watching. Yankees fans are by nature spoiled and fickle. Trust me, I’m one of them. We have watched some of the greatest players ever in baseball history. Recently, we have seen players like Derek Jeter, Bernie Williams, Jorge Posada, Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera lead us to 17 out of the last 18 postseasons. After winning four
World Series in the late 1990s and in 2000, we expect the team to win every year. You have become the scapegoat for our recent failures. However, most of the time, outside the batter’s box, our pitching and clutch hitting has been inferior across the board. Most fans fail to realize this. As a result, you have unfairly become the focal point of Yankees postseason letdowns over the past nine years. Let’s not forget that the Yankees won their 27th World Series Championship in 2009. Your clutch performances in the American League Division and Championship Series that year catapulted the team into the World Series, during which you also contributed a home run in Philadelphia. I simply ask the fans to think about the man they’re booing. Many of these same people will tell their children and grandchildren, “I saw Alex Rodriguez play.” Whether they are disappointed or not, they are currently watching one of the greatest baseball players ever. For their absurdity, I apologize. All the best, Chris Marcotrigiano Chris Marcotrigiano is a contributing writer. Email him at sports@nyunews.com.
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González retired with one of the strongest forehands ever. rero in the final. He also soared to the top of the bird’s nest, claiming the world’s top ranking on Nov. 3, 2003. As a testament to his dogged consistency, Roddick won at least one title every year from 2001 to 2012, a truly marvelous accomplishment to say the least. Roddick also sealed a spot within the top 10 of the ATP rankings every season from 2002 to 2010. Roddick admitted, “With the way my body feels, with the way that I’m able to feel like I’m able to compete now, I don’t know that it’s good enough.” Nicholas Nemeroff is a contributing writer. Email him at sports@nyunews.com.
Rushing attack will carry Jets to more victories By EVAN KENDALL After watching the New York Jets dominate the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday en route to a 35-9 win, I learned a few things about the injuryridden Jets. They can still play defense despite losing Darrelle Revis; Tim Tebow is the best punt protector in the league; Mark Sanchez is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL at managing the clock. People have been praising San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith but not for the same reasons that they admire Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees. Smith led the 49ers to a 13-3 record last season, winning the NFC West and bringing them within three points of a trip to the Super Bowl. While Brady, Rodgers and Brees all surpassed 4,600 passing yards and 39 touchdowns, Smith was finding success in a different way. Like Sanchez, Smith is a game manager. Smith threw just over 3,100 yards, and his 17 touchdowns were less than half of any of the three aforementioned quarterbacks’ totals. Instead of filling the stat sheets, Smith focused on his efficiency, only throwing five interceptions all season. Rather than calling pass plays all of the time, the 49ers used their offensive line and running backs to move the chains, allowed the defense to give them good field position and saved Smith’s passes for situations when play action and West Coast-style offensive schemes would be more effective. What does this mean for the Jets?
Sanchez took control of New York’s offense on Sunday, controlling the pace with run play after run play and only throwing when the defense was set up for a rush. The Jets ran the ball 43 times on Sunday. Shonn Greene, their first-string running back who had over 1,000 yards rushing last season, had 32 of those carries for a whopping 161 yards and three touchdowns. It was his first 100-yard rushing game since Week 14 of 2011. Sanchez is certainly not great but he’s not awful, and he has proven that he can win games. Still, four years into Sanchez’s career, the Jets are unsure about how to use him. He can manage games better than almost anyone in the league. He can throw short, accurate passes, and he knows how to smoothly run play action. If the Jets control the clock with their rushing attack, allow the defense to give them advantageous field position and put the ball in Sanchez’s hands to make just a few plays per game, they can be a successful team. On the other hand, if they force Sanchez to throw more than 30 times per game in situations that will likely result in three-and-outs or turnovers, they will be a bottom-dweller in the AFC East. The Jets have a real chance to make the playoffs this season, but they will only do that if they follow the game plan that has been beneficial before: running the ball to victory. Evan Kendall is a contributing writer. Email him at sports@nyunews.com.