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CRIME HITS CAMPUS Equipment stolen from the theatre department, recovered from area business
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THE COST OF
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By James Allen ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR
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HOW FAR DOES YOUR MONEY GO TOWARD EDUCATION? Annual student costs and
assistance rise for the 2009-10 academic year. The Reflector provides a closer look at the effect of our nation’s economic crisis and what it means to students and their families. TUITION BREAKDOWN
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With a tuition increase of 3.2 percent and the promise of augmented financial aid for next year, the University of Indianapolis plans to survive the nation’s economic recession. “We are not in trouble with anything financially,” President Beverley Pitts said. “Our university is very financially stable.” The annual increase brings tuition costs to $20,970 and room and board charges to $7,610 for a 14-meal plan. The rise is consistent with increases of the past, and lower than that of the 2007-08 academic year of 3.99 percent.
Pitts said the university looked at basic expenses such as faculty salaries, food service costs and software fees when deciding on the increase. She said software alone costs the university upwards of $200,000. “We are not freezing hiring for faculty positions or anything like that,” Pitts said. “We were conservative in terms of estimating enrollment numbers for next year, and we raised tuition the minimum amount we could to come out even.” In order to alleviate some strain from the failing economy and the increased tuition, an increase in university-funded student financial aid has been budgeted for next year along with expected additional assistance from federal and state institutions,according
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The University of Indianapolis Theater Department’s sound mixer in Ransburg Auditorium was stolen on Saturday, Feb. 7. The nearly $11,000 piece of equipment was estimated to have been taken between 3 and 3:30 p.m., and was discovered missing by theater department head Jim Ream at 6 p.m. According to sophomore Mason Absher, assistant auditorium manager/sound manager, students were in and out of the building all day to set up equipment for the upcoming production of “Leading Ladies”. “ We h a d REAM everything unlocked for load-in and anyone could have walked in or out since we were moving stuff all day,” Absher said. “Anyone could have walked off with it and no one would have said anything.” The sound mixer was a Yamaha model LS9-32, which is priced currently on Yamaha’s Web site (yamaha. com) at $10,999.The mixer is relatively new to the school and was purchased just last summer. Absher also confirmed that there was a security cable attached to the mixer that was broken off. Detective Kurt Rincker of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said he followed a lead to an area business on Thursday, Feb. 12, where the mixer was identified and recovered. It was returned to the university on Friday, Feb. 13. “I am thrilled that the mixer has been recovered in good condition,” Ream said. “But we still feel violated that someone would do this. I thank God that no one was in there when [the thief ] was taking [the mixer].”
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Students’ anticipation builds for East Hall residency By Adrian Kendrick MANAGING EDITOR
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Students sat in line for over two hours on Feb. 9 in hopes of signing up to live in the not-yet-completed new dormitory, East Hall. The residence hall is slated to be complete at the 2009-10 fall semester.
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The student body’s wishes may be coming true. Scheduled for completion on Aug. 1, East Hall is the new dormitory being built with University of Indianapolis students’ requests in mind. According to Mark Weigand, vice president of student affairs and enrollment management, students were surveyed, worked with architects and made recommendations for the new residence hall. “The biggest feedback we received was the need for privacy and more social space,” Weigand said. Dean of Students Kory Vitangeli said they discovered from the surveys UIndy was losing numerous of upper-class students because students wanted their own privacy. Students reported that if they were able to have personal space, they might stay on campus for the convenience.
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“[East Hall] is geared towards trying to keep the upperclassmen on campus. We tried to attract them by giving them their privacy and some community space. So they can still get out and socialize with each other, but then go back to their private room,” Vitangeli said. East Hall will have four stories, house 153 students, have kitchenettes, laundry rooms, two atriums, movable furniture, will contain all single suites with a sink in each room with a bathroom and toilet to share. Some rooms even have private bathrooms. Because of the individual rooms there is an additional $400 charge per semester. “It’s going to be worth it because everything is new, and I get to have a single room. It’ll be nice,” said junior Erin Cooper, who waited in line for two hours to sign up for the new residency on Monday, Feb. 9. According to Weigand, building East Hall is one of the solutions to the recent overcrowding on campus. “[UIndy] has been over its capacity the
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past several years.We actually had students living in the lounges in the basement of Warren Hall,” he said. “Our hope with this new residence hall is we’ll be able to take back some of those lounges and get them back to what their original intent was for.” Not only will East Hall be developed to appeal to more students, but it’s also environmental friendly. The building is composed of green material; all products being used are recycled. “Going green is an initiative [UIndy] is working on campus-wide, not just with this facility,” Residence Life Coordinator Kristin Bright said. “Since we have several different campus events, why not at the beginning of a new venture like this just be environmentally responsible?” According to Bright, East Hall will be eye-catching and have a modern look. She believes students are excited about the new facility. “I can’t wait to decorate my own room finally,” Copper said. “I’m really excited.”
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February 18, 2009
love... versus
LUST KIM
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To sex or not to sex? By Kim Puckett NEWS EDITOR “To be or not to be” is not just a conundrum plaguing Hamlet or an over-used phrase from early 1600s theatre, but a necessary dilemma that every young woman confronts. The quandaries, to be or not to be sexually involved, to be or not to be promiscuous, to be or not to be abstinent, pound inside the heads of college-age women. The real question is what tools do we have to solve these puzzles of the heart? Some men, and maybe some women, may be thinking, “Puzzles of the heart? I thought we were talking about sex here, not love.” But to most women, excluding those Sex and the City’s Samantha Jones types, emotion factors into every sexrelated decision. Weighing the pros and cons of becoming sexually involved, whether for the first time or in a new relationship, constitutes one of the hardest balancing acts young women face. Although modern women may regard the 1950s as irrelevant to their lives as the Stone Age, an insightful 1957 The Atlantic magazine article by Nora Johnson accurately depicts the internal struggle of women in the 21st century. “Our liberally educated girl is not very likely to be swept away on a tide of passion. With the first feeling of lust, her mind begins working at a furious rate. Should she or shouldn’t she? What are the arguments on both sides? Does she really want to enough? And so on, until her would-be lover throws up his hands in despair and curses American womanhood.” Even though the Lotharios of today’s dating game are no longer staking their claims by asking us to wear their letter-
men sweaters or pinning us with their fraternity crests, the pressure to “put out” remains as strong. Somewhere right now, a man who was once gentlemanly and educated has lost all sense of chivalry (that panting beast) thanks to escalating hormones and the prospect of a chance for action. Although women may be experiencing an equal hormonal surge, it is our responsibility to keep our heads on our shoulders. No matter what the experience level, choosing to have sex is not a simple decision for most young women. Giving in to sexual urges may seem like the best way to relieve the pressure, but after “giving it up,” the situation gets exponentially complicated. A constant feeling of indecision and insecurity takes over, threatening to crash as a destructive tidal wave of regret. The only sure-fire ways to ease the uneasiness are to accept the decisions of sexuality, learn from them and evaluate them with girlfriends. Living a life without regret is ideal, but living a life without a conscience is impossible. An individual woman should be the master of her decisions, after studying her own convictions and constantly pouring over the possibilities with those closest to her. The only decisions women can make are the ones that best reflect what is in our heads and hearts. Emotion can never be checked at the door when entering the nightclub of sexual experience. With the conundrums of a 17th century playwright and with the assistance of a 20th century writer, all women have the means to unscramble the word-search puzzles of lust and logic, finding the letters lined-up to spell pride, respect and love, but finding no signs of shame, insecurity or regret.
Tossing the scorecard By James Allen ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR In the world of American advertisement, sex sells to men. In the world of good guy conversation, a good sex story sells to the guys like cheap beer to a frat house. When a guy goes on a date, a good story to his friends about his date is usually praised, depending on what happened. However, more often than not, college guys are too worried about improving their sexual stats rather than improving themselves. Often with the guys, sex is about success rate. When it’s time to talk about a player’s scorecard for the “game,” men are eager to post their own highlights for their friends to see. It is a ritualistic form of bragging rights and earning respect among the guys. But is it really respect or just a way to make us temporarily feel good? Guys at parties brag about how much action they get. But there is just as much respect for a guy who tells of a great date that ended with cuddling on a couch and watching a movie. For some reason, a simple evening of getting to know someone is overlooked. Now trust me, I’m not putting down how good sex can be, but isn’t the point of sex to be a shared experience? Guys can get so wrapped up with physical gratification that they forget sex can be emotionally and mentally satisfying too. A relationship can be a great foundation that leads to a good amount of great sex over time, if you choose. Sex is a choice, and if you rush into it too fast, it can leave you unfulfilled and wanting. The sad truth is that many guys are just looking to sew the royal oats in as many
LETTER TO THE EDITOR To the Editor: Remember the Three Billy Goats Gruff and how they all had to pass the troll to get over the bridge? I never really understood the moral of that one. Are we supposed to trick trolls? I think over the past few weeks, I’ve gotten something of an answer. Look out for them and, above all, do not feed them. Before the encounter with the trolls came about, my lovely classmate Katie had been plodding along in the Miss America competition, and I was thoroughly enjoying it. Then, the somewhat unthinkable happened. She won. Of course, if you know Katie, it’s not all that surprising in the end. She’s the kind of person you wish you were. I made the mistake of checking the comments section at The Indianapolis Star Web site. I forgot about the trolls, the Internet variety anyway. An Internet troll is much the same as his bridge underling counterpart. He waits for people to come upon him blithely, then springs out and tries to create a problem. The source of much of the hate-filled flack on the Internet can be traced back to these creatures. In this case, a pageant resembled nothing of goodness. It was anti-feminist, outdated and wrong. Never mind the swimsuit was about a healthy body and counted for about 15 percent of the total score. Any girl who competed in such a thing was ridiculous and setting every other woman back. Miss America may laud some things a lot of us wouldn’t be caught dead doing. I’d never walk across stage in a bikini, because I don’t want to and don’t have the body for it. Katie does. Forgetting all the work it takes to get to Miss America and then what it actually means to win, it’s just what Katie wanted. It was her dream, and that’s all that really matters. Dreams are beautiful because they’re personal. The true measure of a person is accomplishing her goals with class. Katie did that in spades. What makes a troll is not the hunched, sallow appearance. Just as what makes a “beauty queen” is not the bikini. The key’s in how you express the inner beauty or lack thereof. In the meantime, I think we’d all do best to remember a few things about trolls. The best policy is to leave them alone and follow your own way.
Kim O’Brien
Senior communication major
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fields as possible. I used to think the same way. However, this is really just a quick fix. The reason why it never truly satisfies to mess around is that it isn’t real. Let’s be honest gents, we all deep down want something to make our lives better in not just the short run, but the long run as well. It’s not girly to consider your own feelings when going into a sexual situation. I have a few good guy friends who simply are not ready to start having sex again. In past relationships, they knew what it meant to share that experience with someone else, and they simply wouldn’t trade that for anything in the world. Sex isn’t something owed to us just because it’s a natural thing. We don’t need to “mingle” with every girl we meet. It’s all in the timing, and when it is right. Sex is a catalyst that can lead to a better bond in a relationship. It can also be a catalyst for emotional pain and regret, for both girls and guys. We are not just talking about being guys here; we are talking about being men. Women feel the same urges as men do. It’s not like the opportunity won’t present itself. We as men must take responsibility for ourselves but also the real feelings of our partners. As guys we talk about the “game” as if it is a sport. Well sports normally lead to the goal of a championship. What is the championship of the “game”? There isn’t one, is there? But in a man’s personal life, there can be. The championship is a happy relationship with love, friendship, trust and understanding. Stop paying attention to the stats. Be more focused on your own feelings and the feelings of your partner. That is where the true championship lies.
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Writers series features author, professor By Jaclyn Luscomb STAFF WRITER
Clarke writes with a dark humor and his chapters are layered with description and imagery. He presented excerpts from his novels with easygoing and flowing speech that matched Brock Clarke, a two-time finalist the rhythm of his writing. for the National Magazine Award in Clarke explained at the reading Fiction and teacher at the University of that the leading male characters in his Cincinnati, became the latest speaker writings are similar because he prefers in the Allen and Helen Kellogg Writers to have narrators who are unreliable Series on Feb. 5. and unstable. Clarke has written two books and “I prefer to have main characters two collections of short stories and that are entertaining, but from a is currently working on a new novel. distance; someone that would be fun The author to hear stories appeared in about but not the Chrisnecessarily tel DeHaan to live with,” Fine Arts Clarke said. Center in K y o k o Ruth Lilly Amano, assoPerforciate profesmance Hall sor of English, to read exorganized the cerpts from event. his works. “It can take Clarke up to a year to opened the contact the auseries with thor, get a conan anectract, organize dote about the event, and his first get the events experience scheduled on with public school calenspeaking, dars,” Amano displaying said. his sense of She said she Photo contributed by Media Relations humor and also knows that a talent for Btock Clake spoke as part of the Allen and Helen Kelthe event is well logg Writers Series on Feb. 5. satire. worth the time His first and effort. reading was from his novel “An Arson“Students will gain an appreciation ist’s Guide to Writers Homes in New for literature by attending events in England” about a teenager who serves the series,” Amano said. time in prison for burning down a hisAmano also found Clarke’s work toric home and killing innocent people. something to which college students The book follows the boy-turned-man could relate. home as he tries to rebuild his life. “His first book is about a college Clarke’s second reading was from football player,” she said. “It’s material his soon-to-be released novel “Exley.” that college students can compare The story is about a boy dealing with to.” his father’s coma after the war in Iraq. The next Kellogg Writers Series The boy searches for his father’s favorite event will be held on April 2, when author in hopes of bringing him to his speaker Leslie Haywood comes to dad and awakening him. campus to discuss her writings.
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Renovations of Hanna Avenue have been scheduled have been scheduled for over three years and are finally about to come to fruition, according to David Wantz.
Hanna Ave. renovations scheduled once again By Micah McVicker STAFF WRITER
north of Hanna Avenue. “We will begin on the east-bound lane of Hanna Avenue, as far east as Carson Street, and run southbound traffic. Then we will renovate the west-bound lane,” Wantz said.“The last phase we complete will be the beautification process of Hanna Avenue.” According to James Pennell, chair of the Social Sciences Department, the goals of the Hanna WANTZ Avenue project result from collaboration between the university and Indianapolis city planners. “We gather input from businesses, residents and UIndy faculty and students to make the area more walkable by expanding sidewalks where necessary and safer for bicycles by adding bicycle lanes,” Pennell said. More stoplights will be added to
Hanna Avenue, according to Wantz. A portion of the beautification process will be the planting of shrubs between the sidewalks and street. These additions will make Hanna Avenue safer for pedestrians and improve the aesthetic qualities of the road. Despite the lack of any visible construction, the ambition of renovating Hanna Avenue did receive some attention thus far, according to Wantz. “IPL [Indianapolis Power & Light] removed electrical wires from the length of Hanna Avenue [that] we plan to renovate. All that remain are cable and telephone wires,” Wantz said. The timetable on the project remains at 18 months. However, the weather may delay the scheduled completion. If the project does remain on schedule, UIndy can expect to see a renovated Hanna Avenue in February 2011, according to Wantz. “The project is funded,” Wantz said. “We are awaiting the wheels of government to turn and make this happen.”
to Mark Weigand, vice president for student affairs and enrollment management, “We know that the bottom line is what is important to people,” Weigand said. “We are seeing the most positive signs for increase from the federal government that we have in the 30 years that I have worked here.” Linda Handy, director of financial aid, said Congress has secured the availability of Stafford Loans for students and upped the maximum on unsubsidized loans to $2,000 by fronting money to private lenders
to cover costs. Handy also said that although federal funding is fairly secure for students, the private loan market is volatile. “Some lenders are not giving out loans anymore, but we still have a list of lenders for students to borrow from,” she said. “The only students who will have problems will be international students who do not have a U.S. citizen to cosign for them or other students without a credit-worthy cosigner.”
Handy said that many students with problems finding a cosigner had these issues before the economic recession. Private loans make up about 15 percent of financial aid available to UIndy students. “We want to encourage students to file the FAFSA by March 10 and contact the financial aid office with any problems,” Handy said. “We have mechanisms for working with people who have been hit hard by the economy, such as loss of employment.”
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Christenberry, chair of the committee said. “We hope to have that finished up within the next two to four weeks so that we can give it to Beverley Pitts and say, ‘Here are recommendations that we think should be considered.’ Of course, any decisions that pertain to that would be up to the president and the cabinet, and ultimately the board of trustees.” Kory Vitangeli, dean of students, said she knows that the university’s financial situation will be a determining factor in deciding what is purchased to increase campus security. “We actually went through all of the last academic year reviewing bids for security cameras and door access from different companies, so we have all the information . . . now it’s just a matter of the university figuring out where fiscally they’re able to afford. Certainly it [security] is a priority for the university,” Vitangeli said. Surveillance cameras, electronic card access at building doors, chemical spills and pandemics are all issues, among many
more, that the committee considered as part of a broad-based approach to updating the university’s pre-existing, but outdated, Emergency Management Plan. The Emergency Planning Committee also is working on fine-tuning a campus violence program that was presented to Residence Directors and Residence Assistants earlier year. Details are CHRISTENBERRY this still forthcoming, but when completed, the program will be presented to students, staff and faculty. “Make sure that when you see that [the program] is coming up, don’t say, ‘Oh, well, I’ll catch it later,’ or something like that. Actually come and see it, because it’s very empowering,” Reddick said. Reddick is working with the Emergency Planning Committee to develop and pres-
For three years, the renovation of Hanna Avenue has been scheduled, though no significant construction has actually taken place. According to David Wantz, associate vice president for community relations, this time will be different. “The project is up for bid in June,” Wantz said. “[We plan to] select a contractor within six weeks and put shovels in the ground in August.” The Reflector published a story on Nov. 21, 2006, that quoted Wantz as saying that the Hanna Avenue renovation would be postponed until Sept. 2007, but finished by March 2009. As of February 2009, however, Hanna Avenue had undergone no significant renovations. Hanna Avenue runs east-west on the south side of the university campus. Good Hall and residence halls Warren and Cravens stand south of Hanna; the remainder of campus buildings stand
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COMMITTEE PLANS CAMPUS SECURITY UPDATES
Feb. 14 marked the one-year anniversary of the Northern Illinois University shooting that cost the lives of six NIU students and injured 18 others. Universities and colleges across the nation have experienced similar tragedies, and now the University of Indianapolis is taking a multi-faceted approach to prevent a similar situation. The Emergency Planning Committee is the president-appointed university group charged with researching and presenting a plan of action for emergency situations that could occur on or near campus. Mick Reddick, chief of police, said the committee is currently working on plans to enhance campus security. The committee is composed of several individuals from different departments within the campus community. “We’ve been drafting a preliminary report that we’ll present to the president,” Tom
ent the campus-wide program. Reddick,Christenberry and Vitangeli also expressed the need for faculty, staff and students to register for Watchdog,the campus emergency notification system. “Traditionally, across the country, most mass notification systems are voluntary and, as such, it’s very seldom that you get a 50 percent participation rate,” Christenberry said.“I know when we first started here, we didn’t have 50 percent, which means there are a lot of students, faculty and staff out there who won’t get the notification.” Vitangeli voiced the same concern.
“We may be a little bit fearful in terms of something major happening and only half of our population being notified,” she said. Christenberry listed three key pieces of information that students need to consider to increase their own safety. “We are all responsible, to a certain degree, for our own personal safety. Secondly, respond and react to the university police department.Thirdly, sign up for Watchdog,” Christenberry said. “I know it’s not mandatory, but it probably ought to be and everybody needs to sign up for this thing. Campus safety is the responsibility of everybody and it’s an ongoing thing.”
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Campus information that you may otherwise miss! Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship applications due March 2 Talented seniors at the University of Indianapolis can apply for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship. The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation is a private, independent foundation dedicated to advancing the education of exceptionally promising students with demonstrated financial need. The deadline for application is March 2. For more information, students can go to the program Web site (www.jkcf.org/scholarships/graduate-scholarships).
College Career Center Constortium Feb. 19 Students will have their chance to meet more than 60 employers on College Talent Recruitment Day. The career fair provides internship and career opportunities for students and alumni at the 12 colleges of the College Career Center Consortium. To attend the event, students can go to the Indiana Convention Center on Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Stafford loan application process changing Starting in Summer 2009, UIndy will change the Stafford loan application process. Students will not need to complete Stafford loan applications anymore. Those who do not want the loan or want different amounts will need to contact the Financial Aid Office. Students who are new borrowers still need to complete entrance counseling and Master Promissory Notes once the loans have been approved.
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ENTERTAINMENT
FEBRUARY 18, 2009
Love displayed in art, music
DINNER THEATER
Artist and performers engage audience with literature of love By Chris Miller STAFF WRITER
Photo contributed by Jim Ream
Katie Gainey and Alex Oberheide embrace as Audrey and Jack in the upcoming performance of “Leading Ladies”. Oberheide will sport not only this suit, but a dress in the upcoming dinner theater.
‘Leading Ladies’ shows comedic promise By James Allen ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR After the success of “Into the Woods”, the University of Indianapolis’ Theater Department is gearing up for their next production, “Leading Ladies,” written by well-known playwright Ken Ludwig. Although the play is relatively unknown, it is apparently not one to overlook. “I was actually crying [because] I was laughing so hard when I first read it,” said Director Dr. Brad Wright. “The play is just flat out fun. Some are dressed in drag and one character is almost always on roller skates.” The play is about two out-of-work actors, Jack and Leo, who find out an aging wealthy woman is planning to leave her fortune to her two nephews. After arriving to claim the fortune, the two actors learn that the dying
woman’s nephews are actually nieces, that force the boys to dress in drag. The story takes place in Pennsylvania in 1952. Jack and Leo are played by UIndy stage veterans junior Alex Oberheide and senior Lucas Souder. Both have been in stage productions this year, such as “Into the Woods” and “Spike Heels.” Because Oberheide and Souder will have to portray women as well as men, there will be many fast-paced costume changes. An outside professional was hired for the costumes, Kathleen Eagen, who has done work with many other companies, including the Indianapolis Repertory Theater and other Indianapolis area college and high school productions. Jen Alexander, a professor of theater at UIndy will be the costume choreographer. Some of the costume changes will go from fully female to fully male in less than 30 seconds. “There are a couple of love stories from a romantic standpoint, but it is a farce at first,” Wright said.
Also in the cast are other stage veterans junior Chelsea Anderson, and sophomores Mason Absher and Stephanie Kucsera. New comers to the stage are sophomore Katie Gainey and freshmen Evan King and Nathanael Pellow. “It’s a great cast,” Souder said. “Everyone is enjoying themselves. I was really glad to see a lot of new people to the stage. It brings a fresh, new outlook on things.” This quick paced comedy has some innuendo, but is relatively family friendly. Wright said that the language is usually kept rather clean for the dinner theater performance. The show opens on Feb. 20, but has a sneak preview on Feb. 19. The meal costs two swipes for those who have a meal plan. For students not wanting the meal, rush for empty seats on the night of the performance at 7:30 p.m.
Last Wednesday Feb. 11, the theme of love was shared through many different performances and art forms. A diverse group of performers f rom pianists, singers and even artists with water paints joined in for the festivities. Plaisir d’Amour ( Joy of Love), combined several mediums of creativity to raise tribute to love just in time for Valentine’s Day. The event was sponsored by the University of Indianapolis Asian Programs and showcased the talent of some of UIndy’s own and some of Indianapolis’ finest with the jewel of the evening considered to be Master Au Ho-nien, a widely recognized contemporar y ar tist in Chinese painting. The evening of the event began with two UIndy faculty members, Jacklyn Chan on piano and Glen Kwok on violin, setting the mood with their renditions of several works leaving the audience with a taste of love, but merely tickling the palate in preparation of what was to come. After their short but meaningful performance, Master of Ceremonies Dr. Billy Catchings, chair of the department of communications, introduced artist Ho-nien while sharing his recital of Margaret Atwood’s, “Variations on the Word Love” and encouraged the listeners to “let go” and fall into the Plaisir d’Amour. “When I am performing literature, it must be literature in which I feel a connection and then I can convey my own personal understanding along with the writer’s,” Catchings said. “I think that any artistic medium invokes reaction responses f rom the people to whom they are expressed. When the art is an attempt to express or convey love, the medium becomes an intricate part of the extension.” Immediately after, four proud figures entered the stage with one taking the piano bench as her seat and the
other three settling center. The first performance of the Indianapolis Opera Ensemble was a powerful invocation of “Deh, tu, bell’anima” in which one could hear the pain of a tragic love, and the power that comes thereof in the voice of Emily Fons. Three more performances followed showing the talents and ranges of these performers. Continuing the essence of love in voice, but now bringing a stronger instrumental support were Chan, Kwok and music department chair Dr. Kathleen Hacker. While Hacker performed three songs, the beauty and grace of her voice was best shown in her performance of Richard Strauss’s “Morgen!” Hacker has a very moving and powerful soprano voice. “[Singing] takes you beyond the spoken word to a plane of expression where feelings you cannot express become sensuality,” Hacker said. “I love this fusion of art: the poetry of Shakespeare, the voices of opera, and the visual art bring an essence that transcends nations.” The vocal performances remained strong throughout the whole night. When Joanne Um of the Indianapolis Opera Ensemble took the stage, the expressions shared with her voice and her physical performance did more than just show the audience how she felt, but also helped the feeling transition f rom one form to another. Her voice carried the performance f rom cheerful and hopeful to melancholy in just moments. The evening finished with a performance f rom the piano and violin duo and the final product of Master Au’s brush. Within an hour, while singers and musicians were rendering love with their voices, Master Au rendered the audience a painting in which love was symbolically portrayed. Overall, the performance was a moving interpretation of love through many various art forms. It was a sight to see and an experience to be had for everyone.
Photo by Carolyn Harless • The Reflector
Master Au Ho-nien with assistant Bonnie Kwan Huo paint a picture of a rooster and a hen signifying love and loyalty.
Romantic comedy not up to par By Stephanie Snay STAFF WRITER
“He’s Just Not That into You.” That is a title that is relatable to girls everywhere. It has happened to everyone. You break and bend to get someone’s attention. Why hasn’t he called back yet? Did you talk too much or maybe not enough? Did he lose your phone number? Should you call him? In the end it’s just time to realize that he really is not into you. “I had this guy leave me a voicemail at work, so I called him at home, and
then he emailed me to my BlackBerry, and so I texted to his cell and now you just have to go around checking all these different portals just to get rejected by seven different technologies. It’s exhausting,” Mary said , who is played by actress Drew Barrymore. Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin) is a quirky girl who comes off a bit too strong and over analyzes everything a man does as a signal. She meets Alex ( Justin Long) who gives her harsh dating advice. Neil (Ben Affleck) has been in a seven year relationship with Beth ( Jennifer Aniston), but doesn’t believe in marriage though she wants nothing more.
Mary can’t seem to find a man outside of a social networking site. Ben (Bradley Cooper) is married to Janine ( Jennifer Connelly), but is seduced by Johansson’s character Anna. Meanwhile Conor (Kevin Connolly) is wondering why Anna is no longer into him. But with so many main characters the movie was a bit hard to follow. Although it may seem like the perfect romantic comedy, coming out right around Valentine’s Day, I would not call it a date movie. This movie may question every guy, or girl’s motive. It shows the harsh reality of lies and manipulation. The humor was a good mix between light-hearted jokes
and comedic cynicism. What makes this movie good is that amidst all the story lines, there is at least one that could pertain to anyone, whether it is the failed relationship attempts, feelings of being trapped, or issues with commitment. No matter what relationship problem it is, someone has been there and will watch the movie while thinking to themselves that “it was just like that one time with that one person.” Though the film is entertaining and relatable for a couple hours, my recommendation would be to wait for the DVD release.
The movie is a bit exhausting and drawn out to have to sit through in a movie theater, but would be fine in the comfort of one’s own home. Also, the film isn’t worth buying an expensive ticket price. All in all, this movie is about a bunch of people trying to cling to the idea of love in a world that has convoluted love into a deceptively masterful skill. It is about learning that love isn’t something you have to go out and find. It could be right in front of you. People will cling to this theme. After all, in today’s world and at this time of year who isn’t looking for love?
ENTERTAINMENT
5 FEBRUARY 18, 2009
THE REFLECTOR
REVIEWS THE 13TH 1 FRIDAY HORROR FILM
>> How frustratingly bad is the Friday The 13th remake? So bad you want to
THE RATINGS
NOT ME, IT’S YOU 2 IT’S LILY ALLEN
>> With lyrical subjects ranging from materialism to sex to religion, Lily Allen’s
take those responsible and stick their noses in it like a dog and say ‘Bad!’ The latest in a string of remakes of 70’s and 80’s horror flicks is nothing but a rushed mess of a movie. Credit part of that to producer Michael Bay, whose movies are the cinematic equivalent of toxic waste. I was never that crazy about the original, but at least that one gave us Kevin Bacon in a speedo. Have a night out with a DVD of “Last House On the Left” instead for horror that packs a visceral punch. The same studio is threatening a remake of “A Nightmare On Elm Street.” Pray they don’t. • Manny Casillas, Editorial Assistant
sophomore album repeats some of the signature cursing and boldness from her first album and adds electronic beats and deeper lyrical content. The first single, “The Fear,” satires fame and society with techno beats and jabs at tabloids. “Not Fair” showcases Allen’s ability to mix humor and sincerity when talking about sex and relationships. One of the best tracks on the album, “22,” combats chauvinism with lyrics about female expectations in society. Overall, Allen is obviously in no sophomore slump. Her album shows growth, while still displaying her unique personal style. • Kim Puckett, News Editor
IF YOU LIKE THIS CHECK OUT Last House on the Left, My Bloody Valentine 3-D
IF YOU LIKE THIS CHECK OUT Katy Perry - “One of the Boys”, Franz Ferdinand - “Tonight: Franz Ferdinand”
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INSANE DRIVER • DAVID WEST
CLASSIC
GREAT
BREWHOUSE 3 SCOTTY’S BAR AND RESTAURANT
MEDIOCRE
CONQUEST 4 LOTR: XBOX 360/PS3
>> “Good food. Good blues. Good brew. Good people.” Scotty’s Brewhouse’s
new downtown Indianapolis location is an excellent environment for a good time. With a flat-screen television in each booth, sports enthusiasts have the opportunity to watch their favorite teams in any sport. Scotty’s boasts a large drink menu at low prices, perfect for college students. With several award-winning burgers, there is always something new and different to try. For example, the Lyla’s Aloha Burger features bar-b-que sauce, pineapple and swiss cheese, giving diners a taste of Hawaii. Be sure to check out Scotty’s this spring, as this new downtown restaurant has enough seating for everyone in its 8,000 square-foot outdoor patio. • Samantha Cotten, Editor-in-Chief
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@ THE ABBEY 5 CHRISTEL UINDY STUDENT BAND
>> Lord of the Rings: Conquest lets the player experience the epic battles of movie trilogy. You can choose from
>> A chilled-out study break at a coffee shop is always nice. When there is soft
IF YOU LIKE THIS CHECK OUT Star Wars:Battlefront, Dynasty Warriors series
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four classes of warriors, each possessing special attributes, as you fight the forces of evil. As a sadistic bonus, the evil campaign culminates in the player’s razing of the Shire as the Dark Lord Sauron himself! Fans of the films will enjoy the game’s use of the movie’s sound effects and classical musical score, but the game is not perfect. The single-player campaign is often repetitive, not allowing players to experience the wide variety the game offers. While there is a diversity of locations the player will traverse, each battle boils down to a basic capturethe-flag scenario. But different classes complement each other, allowing for fun, cooperative play. • Dan Dick, Distribution Manager
background music, it is usually better. Newly formed band Christel is comprised of three UIndy students, grad student Laura Bentley on violin, senior Josh Littlejohn on drums and junior Ryan Brock on guitar. The band performed at The Abbey, a cool coffee house downtown on Feb. 6. The band itself mainly performed cover songs for the majority of the night, such as The Swell Season’s “Falling Slowly” and The Beatles’ “Let It Be.” The band also performed a few originals. A funnier highlight to the show was when Brock performed spoken word to a jazz-style beat. However, the band still has a long way to go. Not a bad start, but there is plenty of room for improvement. They still were a good time. •James Allen, Entertainment Editor
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CONCERTS
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COMEDIANS
STEPHEN LYNCH • MARCH 19
CHRISTOPHER TITUS • APRIL 4
FEAT
6 THE REFLECTOR
SEX
The anatomy of
From contraception to misconception,
sex and the city
By Jacki Dillman
sex is an unavoidable component to movies, language and everyday life. Stereotyping and the belittlement often accompany this “right of passage” in our society. It seems that in the minds of many men and women, both young and old, sex is viewed very differently. For example, when a 20-year-old woman has sex with multiple people, she is labeled easy or slutty. On the other hand, if a 20-year-old man does the same thing, he doesn’t seem to receive the same derogatory label as a female. It is evident that this is gender bias and wrong. However, many facets of our society condone this namecalling and stereotyping. This has been the case for generations, and needs to be stopped. This stereotyping comes from many different media entities, one of the most dominant being television and movies. The point is: sex sells. Everyone knows this, and yet “selling sex” has begun to come at the expense of the self-esteem and self-image of many young adults today. Television shows like ABC Family Channel’s “The Secret Life of the American Teenager” and The
CW’s “Gossip Girls” cast the traditional stereotype on sex and relationships in young people. Derogatory and sexist music lyrics can also have the same effects. A prime example would be rap music lyrics that degrade women and treat sex like a sport rather than a commitment and partnership between two individuals. A 2008 study done by the National Institute of Health discovered about 46 percent of teens ages 16 to19 have had sexual intercourse. Females account for the majority of that number. Females are just as sexually active as males and should not have to feel ashamed to admit so. Sex is a part of human life, but, sex has become a degrading act that is used to label and belittle. If two individuals decide to have sexual relations, it is a choice they should not make lightly. When that decision is made, it should institute an obligation to society as well as ourselves to break sexual stereotypes today and see to it that sex is viewed in the way it was intended: an act of intimacy and commitment shared by equal partners.
TURE
7 FEBRUARY 18, 2009
promise me forever
it’s raining men
life-long commitment
EDITORIAL PERSPECTIVES
By Carolyn Harless & Ryan McMaster
By Manny Casillas
Two years ago, my family doctor decided it was time to retire. No big deal, except that his replacement was a woman. You’d think I’d be more comfortable with this change, but every doctor I have ever seen has been a man (yes, including my gynecologist). My first visit with my new female doctor was quite the experience. I expected the majority of her questions to parallel those of my previous doctor. Not quite. With a smile on her face and perkiness in her voice, she asked, “So, are you sexually active right now?” Since my sex life has never been the topic of conversation, I had to wait until embarrassment subsided to a light pink before I could tell her that I have never had sex. I’m sure 12 years of Catholic schooling and avoiding the wrath of my parents have something to do with my abstinence, but what it all boils down to is that I chose to be abstinent. I chose to save myself for marriage, for the one man with whom I would spend eternity. Luckily, that man feels the same way. I have been with my fiancé Ryan for three years, and I have never once felt pressured to have sex. Like myself, he believes sex should wait until marriage. We intend on saving that intimate bond for when we become husband and wife. What could be more special than giving yourself, for the first time, to the one you have vowed to spend the rest of your life with? Yes, we have encountered people who cannot fathom such a concept and always ask the same questions: “If you don’t have sex then how do you know if you two are compatible?” and “If you know you’re going to spend the rest of your lives together then why don’t you just have sex?” Again, it’s simple. First, our relationship is built on love, faith, trust and respect for each other, not on sexual compatibility. If we end up having terrible sex when we get married, then we end up having terrible sex. We will still have our love for one another, and that is what matters most in a marriage. Second, we know that we will spend forever together and that’s what makes it even more special: we have forever. We’re in love. So why rush?
Unlike with Halloween, the gay community has yet to hijack Valentine’s Day and transform it into Mardi Gras on ecstasy, complete with the gayest parade that’s never been seen. For many gays, Valentine’s Day is just another one of those Hallmark holidays. Gays and lesbians celebrate, or don’t celebrate, Valentine’s Day very much like our hetero counterparts. For example, you are a straight couple taking an expensive trip somewhere big, like Brown County. Great, but the gays are going to Chicago, particularly Boystown, Chicago’s answer to Castro Street. Are you just spending a quiet evening at home, with a special dinner, followed by a viewing of “P.S. I Love You” or (for the gents) maybe one of those Bourne movies? Well, the gays are having a very special dinner, wine included, and are staying in for a marathon session of “Sex and The City”, or, for the ladies, maybe “Xena: Warrior Princess” (not trying to stereotype; it’s just that I’ve met many lesbians who love that show). However, if you’re simply going to have a night on the town, dancing the night away at The Red Room in Broad Ripple, gays have a plan for that, too. We’re going to dance our hearts away at Greg’s or go wild with the drinks in The Metro. We’ve got it covered. Or are you just going to have a night on the town, but do something more low-key? Like going to the restaurant where you had your first date? Oh we’ve got a plan for that too. Here we come English Ivy. The fact is, we gays and straights are a lot alike. We encounter the same ups and downs, deal with the same Hallmark holidays and run into that same moment when we’ve either just fallen for Mr. or Ms. Right, or just been dumped via a text message. If there’s one advantage, I’d give to gays and lesbians on this Valentine’s Day, it’s this: the fact that you are with someone of the same sex most likely makes it easier to buy gifts. After all, who knows what a man wants better than a man?
By Courtny & Samantha Cotten
SAMI: I am 21 years old, and I have been married to my husband, Courtny, for almost nine months now. Our friends sometimes describe us as “old and married,” and we normally agree. Single people just don’t get how much life changes after the honeymoon.
COURTNY: It certainly is different. Samantha and I had dated since our junior year of high school, and it has been interesting to see the way in which our relationship dynamics have changed. In the beginning, it was everything you’d expect - playful flirting, the occasional cute love letter and of course quick make-out sessions every chance we got. As we have grown older, our relationship has blossomed from one centered on lust to one geared toward love and appreciation for one another. SAMI: Everyone warned us that our first year of marriage would be the hardest, but I’m not sure we were fully prepared for what we would face. Before we said, “I do,” we never argued. Now we find ourselves fighting over the most miniscule things. Contrary to popular belief, there isn’t sex and romance every night. It’s a tough life, but it is because of our hardships that our relationship has evolved and matured. Together, we are learning so much about life and about each other. COURTNY: I think it is important for us to understand that a relationship will not always be perfect. Coming into marriage, I tended to believe that I would be a perfect mate. I always saw myself as a generally caring, compassionate and thoughtful person. The problem with this logic is that our marriage was not about me. It’s about the two of us working together. SAMI: I love being Mrs. Cotten. I love coming home to my husband every night. I love knowing that no matter what comes my way, I will always have my best friend at my side. As we approach our one-year anniversary, I can honestly say that we are not the same couple that got married on May 24. We are stronger, happier and more in love than ever before.
All photos by Carolyn Harless
X chivalry isn’t dead
Ladies, if you want a happy relationship, if you want someone who will adore and cherish you, if you seek the companionship of a mate who will respect and encourage you, then you need to find yourself a nice
nerd!
By Dan Dick
As a concerned member of this most esteemed, yet socially awkward assembly, I am compelled to speak with authority on their behalf. I always hear girls complaining about how there are no “good guys” left, that the chivalric qualities their mothers often spoke of and their fathers embodied are the things of some bygone era. However, chivalry is not dead; I simply believe that many young women do not demand it from the young men who fail to offer it. Why should guys act chivalrous when the bad boy image is so attractive? The bad boys and the ladies’ men of the world, who effortlessly find themselves surrounded by willing partners, can afford to have a less rigid attitude towards commitment. They have many prospects, several options. Why ruin that by committing to only one person? Nerds, on the other hand, possess a level of dedication that
would make a suicide bomber feel inadequate! It takes an incredible amount of commitment to stay home on Friday night, when everyone else is telling you that you need to get out more, and watch the new episode of “Battlestar Galactica!” We are the guys who dress up for movie premieres or conventions and are not be fazed by the befuddled looks we receive walking from the parking lot. We are not afraid to express the way we feel about what we love. Who could be more chivalrous than the guys who emulate knights in shining armor! If we care about something, or someone, we proudly display our affection to the world, despite the snickering of the less enthusiastic. So if nerds are so great, why haven’t they asked you out? Well, the average nerd views girls with a mental state somewhere between sheer terror and an almost divine like reverence. I think that Steve Carell’s line in “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” best illustrates our thought process, “I respect women! I love women! I respect them so much that I completely stay
away from them!” Sadly, many nerds will admire from a safe distance rather then initiate contact. Such adoration comes with an inability for nerds to articulate themselves. Like any other set of skills, developing the art of socializing and conversing with girls requires practice, something most nerds rarely have a chance to utilize. Despite my many failed romantic inquiries, I have acquired a higher level of social skills than many of my less fortunate brethren because I have repeatedly employed these skills. I learned that I need to leave my comfort zone, and risk failure, if I am going to make any progress. If you ladies don’t want to wait for a nice guy, you are going to have to be more aggressive. In the spirit of acceptance and inclusion, I challenge you to meet someone new, someone you previously would not associate with. Try to find out what kind of person he is, even if it seems you share no commonalities. If you are indeed unhappy with the recent results of you romantic endeavors, then what else do you have
to lose?
NEWS
8 THE REFLECTOR
FEBRUARY 18, 2009
Campus contraction: STDs By JP Sinclair EDITORIAL ASSISTANT At least one in every four Americans will have a sexually transmitted disease at some point in their lives. More than 20 STDs affect over 55 million Americans each year. If untreated these diseases can cause serious health problems like infertility and cancer. “[STDs] are verily common in the collegiate age group,” said Andrew D. Dick, M.D., a family physician on the Southside. “In a private practice in a suburban setting like mine, we see two maybe a month, but in a clinic, they may see ten cases a day.” STDs are caused by bacteria or viruses that live in bodily fluids, such as blood, semen and vaginal secretions. They are usually transferred during skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, anal or oral sex. “STDs are even more of a major problem because we now know a lot of them can cause cancer,”said Lynn Moran, director of the heath center on campus. “The collegiate age range in general, are usually in their experimentation phase, but that’s not something you talk about with your partner.” New sexual partners also increase the chances of getting an STD. Drug usage and alcohol increase the risk as
well because they can impair judgement, according to Moran. “You have to remember the idea of safe dating and drinking,” Moran said. “If you’re at a party make sure you have a friend that is looking after you.” Staying sexually abstinent is the only sure defense against contracting an STD. Limiting the number of sexual partners and using condoms also reduce the risks. “The things we do at the health center are programs about STDs, and talk to people one-on-one. “ Moran said. She also said that being aware of the signs, symptoms and general knowledge about STDs is the best defense overall. The campus health center does not do any STD screening due to funding and number of workers, according to Moran. “We don’t do any testing here on campus. We don’t have the man-power to do that,” Moran said. “But we make it so students can come and see us about it, and we refer them to where they can go get testing.” All STDs come in three forms: bacteria, viruses and parasites. The most common bacterial STDs are chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis. Most bacteria can be killed with antibiotics. Chlamydia is the most frequently reported bacterial STD in the United States with over one million cases re-
ported in 2007. Indiana is ranked 28th in the nation with almost 20,000 reported cases. Seventy-five percent of people who are infected have no symptoms, but the infection can still be passed on. Gonorrhea is the second most common reported STD with 355,991 cases reported in 2007. Indiana is ranked 15th in the nation for number of reported infections. Syphilis is characterized in three stages, the third being the worst, causing damage to internal organs and eventually leads to paralysis, blindness and sometimes death. Indiana is ranked 31st in the nation with 93 cases in 2006. Viral STDs cannot be killed by antibiotics and include hepatitis, herpes, and Human Papillomavirus. A vaccine for Hepatitis B is available, which has reduced the number of new infections. Most of the viral STDs are incurable, but medicine can lessen the severity of the outbreaks. HPV has quickly become the newest and most common STD in the U.S., with over 20 million new cases each year. Research already has paved the way for a vaccine that protects females against the virus, now they have turned to researching it for males. “Women at the collegiate level are more likely to have the problems associated with HPV,” Dick said. “Guys are more like vectors.”
MCT Campus
STUDENT PERSPECTIVES: Are you worried about STDs on campus?
ROBBINS “I don’t sleep with anyone on campus, so I don’t have anything to worry about.”
- Susie Robbins, junior
KEESLER “I’m not that worried because I think this is an intellectual and private college, and we are all smart enough to protect ourselves against STDs.” - Nick Keesler, junior
DYKTON “I like to think that people are educated enough to be safe and knowledgeable.”
- Marc Dykton, senior
CLARK “You should be worried about it because partying is a big part of college life, and people can have their thinking inhibited through drugs and alcohol.” - Daniella Clark, junior
BARTLETT “Extremely, people are nasty.
-Kaleena Bartlett, freshman
SPORTS
THE REFLECTOR
9 FEBRUARY 18, 2009
MEN’S BASKETBALL
One Year Later: Coach Gouard By Staci Reafsnyder SPORTS EDITOR
Men’s basketball has four games remaining in the season
For over a year now, men’s basketball head coach Stan Gouard has been at the helm of Greyhound athletics. After former basketball coach, Todd Sturgeon had resigned Gouard was named head coach on April 3, 2008. Director of Athletics, Sue Willey said she hired Gouard because of his character and his coaching potential. “He was an outstanding player, and he’s a tremendous role model,” Willey said. Coming in to this season, Gouard said that he was excited to start, and always envisioned himself as a coach ever since he was little. “I can remember when I first took the job, and I was in awe the first few months because I couldn’t believe I was finally a head coach after years of hard work and dreaming of being here,” Gouard said. “I remember the first day of practice, and how excited I was to get on the basketball court.” Gouard was assistant coach under Sturgeon from 2002-05, and was also assistant coach at Indiana State University. “When I took the job [as head coach], people thought I was crazy,” Gouard said. “When they asked how good we were going to be, I said we were going to win every game and I still feel that way. Whether we go up against a No. 1 team in the country or the No. 50, whatever team in the country I feel every time we step on the court, we’re going to win a basketball game.” Since becoming head coach of the UIndy basketball team, Gouard has seen a 9-14 overall record in his first season. According to Willey, a change in coaches means an adjustment for everyone. “Some teams, when they get in a hole, [they] kind of fold,” Willey said. “[Right now] they’re all on the same page, and I like what I’m seeing of late.” Gouard said losing is something hard for him to accept because as a student at the University of Southern Indiana, the team was 82-12 in his four years. “Unfortunately the year hasn’t been what I wanted it to be, but it’s been a learning experience not only for myself, but also for my coaching staff and my players,” Gouard said. “We’ve still got a ways to go, but I think we’re taking steps in the right direction.” As of right now, the Greyhounds are averaging 72.9 points a game, holding their opponents to only 75.1 points a game. The team averages 34.4 rebounds and 12.2 assists in a game. The ‘Hounds have a .333 percentage from the three point line, averaging 5.7 three-pointers a game. “To do it all [be a coach], and to see the big picture is really a dream come true,” Gouard said. For more information on the men’s basketball team, visit athletics.uindy.edu
Last Chance By Cole Willis STAFF WRITER
Photo by Anne Toliver •The Reflector
Head coach Stan Gouard stands on the sidelines at Nicoson Hall clapping and coaching his team. Gouard has been with the University of Indianapolis for almost a year now.
The University of Indianapolis men’s basketball team (9-14, 4-10 GLVC) heads into the last four games of the season, all of which are against Great Lakes Valley Conference East Division opponents. If the Greyhounds can string together some late season wins, they have a chance to make the conference tournament. UIndy headed to Illinois Feb. 12 to take on the Lewis University Flyers.The Flyers defeated the ‘Hounds previously this season on Jan. 24, 86-60. On Feb. 12 though, the ‘Hounds defeated the Flyers in a close contest, 7067. Going into the half, UIndy held a tight four point lead. The ‘Hounds managed to hold on MILLS the lead throughout the rest of the game to win. “We are starting to pull it together,” said senior guard Tyke Cockerham.“We had some big wins and are really trying to carry that over.” The ‘Hounds lost a close contest to nationally ranked Northern Kentucky University 67-80 on Feb. 7. Led by Tristan Rogers’ 24 points and 14 rebounds the ‘Hounds were within one point in the second half, but the No. 7 Norse proved to be too much toward the end of the game. “It seems like every other game we are playing a top 25 team in the nation,” said senior forward Braxton Mills. Both Mills and Cockerham said the two games that the men’s team is really hoping to build on are back to back double digit wins against GLVC East opponents the University of WisconsinParkside and Saint Joseph’s College. The ‘Hounds defended their home court against the Saint Joseph’s College Pumas on Jan. 31. Mills had a team-high 15 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Greyhounds to an 81-68 victory. UIndy picked up its second conference win on Jan. 29 by defeating Wisconsin-Parkside 89-71. Two of the five remaining games for the ‘Hounds will be re-matches against Wisconsin-Parkside and Saint Joseph’s. “With some luck we could still make the conference tournament,” Cockerham said. “We need to take care of our part, and if we do we can still make it.”
Corsaro transfers to Greyhound athletics
According to scout.com, Corsaro was “one of the top quarterbacks in Indiana in 2006”, coming out of Roncalli High School, and he was recruited heavily by most NCAA Division I colleges. The University of Indianapolis men’s Polizzi has known Corsaro for many basketball program came back from years. He scouted him in high school and winter break with a new man to their also saw Corsaro play alongside his own roster, Paul Corsaro. Corsaro is a trans- son, Ben Polizzi, at Roncalli. fer from Youngstown “I’ve been State University, who familiar with also signed to play for Paul for a long the Greyhound football time,” Polizzi team next season. said. “I also Fun Facts: Corsaro came in watched a lot mid-season to UIndy of his games at • Favorite players:“Peyton Manning, athletics and at the start Roncalli.” of the second semester Dewayne Wade and Reggie Miller.” When Coracademically. saro was a juAccording to nior at Roncalli, • Favorite sports movies: “The Rocky head football coach he played in 15 series, Remember the Titans and Joe Polizzi, Corsaro games for the played quarterback at football team. Glory Road.” Youngstown State and Corsaro threw will make the compefor 1,572 yards tition for starter even and 18 touchtougher on a crowded depth chart this downs. As a shooting guard for Roncalli upcoming season. basketball in the same year, he averaged Corsaro said he has been playing orga- 18 points per game. He currently holds nized basketball since he can remember. the Roncalli Rebel program scoring title He also started playing football in sec- for basketball. ond grade as a running back before switch“UIndy was in my top 10 schools I ing to quarterback in seventh grade. considered going to, [after graduating
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PAUL CORSARO
from] Roncalli,” Corsaro said. But upon graduating from high school, Corsaro chose to attend Youngstown State University to play football. “I left [Youngstown] for numerous reasons,”Corsaro said.“I knew I just didn’t want to go there anymore. I really missed basketball a lot and UIndy presented that opportunity and allowed me to come back home.” Once Corsaro determined he wanted to be a two sport athlete, playing basketball and football, he contacted head basketball coach Stan Gouard. “Polizzi gave me the heads up that Paul was on his radar and was thinking of transferring and wanting to play basketball as well,” Gouard said. “Polizzi deserves all the credit for him.” Gouard said he was looking for something that would help his team, and with Corsaro’s ability on the basketball court, knew he would be an asset. “Corsaro is a diamond in the rough,” Gouard said.“He could be a major division one player, but he is here.” Corsaro said he wants to make both the UIndy football and basketball programs better. “All I want to do is come in and help both teams win,” Corsaro said. “I love to compete and do whatever it takes to win.”
Photo by Anne Toliver •The Reflector
Red-shirt freshman guard Paul Corsaro dribbles up-court as sophomore guard Tyler Burke from Quincy University tries to stop him. Corsaro recently joined the Greyhounds’ football and basketball teams.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2009
‘Hounds fall to NKU for fifth straight
ATHLETICS BRIEF
Soccer and football teams sign new players
By Micah McVicker STAFF WRITER The University of Indianapolis women’s basketball team (19-7, 8-6 GLVC) earned a spot in the USA Today/ESPN Division II Top 25 Coaches’Poll earlier this season after compiling a 16-2 record to begin the season. The Greyhounds have struggled of late, losing two consecutive games to Northern Kentucky University’s Bank on Feb. 7 and to Lewis University on Feb. 12. Facing Lewis for the second time this season, the Greyhounds were defeated 71-53 in Romeoville, Ill. Despite the loss, sophomore Samantha Meissel was the top scorer of the night with 18 points, and went two-for-three in three-pointers. The Norse of Northern Kentucky picked up a 64-56 victory against the ‘Hounds, a game in which they never trailed. Northern Kentucky scored 22 points off of 15 first-half Greyhound turnovers. The Norse scored the first nine points of the contest and maintained a double-digit lead the rest of the half en route to a 38-21 halftime lead. The Greyhounds pulled within seven points, on an 18-8 run over the first eight minutes of the second half. The Norse responded, expanding their lead to 14. UIndy has not won against Northern Kentucky in head coach LeAnn Freeland’s two seasons at the helm of the program. “Since I took over, we are 0-4 versus them [NKU],” Freeland said. Now the teams stands at 0-5 against NKU. Despite the loss to NKU, senior guard Isabel Rhenwrick said she is optimistic about the postseason for this year’s team. “[I have never won] against them [NKU] in my four years here,” Rhenwrick said. “But it is regional rankings that determines our seed.” The ‘Hounds currently sit in seventh place in the Midwest region with a 12-6 in-region record. Despite being bumped out of the Coaches’ Polls after two consecutive losses to Quincy University on Jan. 22 and Lewis University on Jan. 24, the ‘Hounds continued to receive three votes from the latest poll released Feb. 10. In addition to the national recognition gained by earning a spot in the rankings, the UIndy women’s basketball program earned another honor. Due to her contributions to two Greyhound wins on Jan. 29 and Jan. 31, Meissel earned the GLVC woman’s basketball Player of the Week. Coach Freeland said Meissel’s value to the team is immense. “Samantha means a lot. She has become a great leader as a sophomore,” Freeland said. “She has become a post player with [the] ability to shoot from the perimeter. The attention she draws on the post provides better looks for the rest of the team.” The ‘Hounds play at home on Feb. 19, hosting University of Kentucky Wesleyan at 5:30 p.m.
By JP Sinclair EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
Photo by David West •The Reflector
Freshman Kaylin Kennedy practices her technique in preparation for the GLIAC Championships that took place Feb. 11-14. The swimming and diving teams will send five athletes to the NCAA Division II Nationals.
GLIAC CHAMPIONSHIPS Swimming and diving to send five individuals to NCAA DII Championships By Crystal Abrell OPINION EDITOR
The University of Indianapolis men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams advanced five athletes after the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Championships hosted by Grand Valley State University Feb. 11-14. According to head coach Gary Kinkead, the team was getting prepared in every aspect for the championships. “We [were] trying to get everyone prepared mentally and physically, while trying to give the team rest from the arduous season by cutting out morning practices,” Kinkead said. According to senior captain Greg Jarvis, UIndy is in the time of season called ‘taper’. “This means that as a team, we have been decreasing training yardage and increasing the intensity of our workouts,” Jarvis said. “After continuing this trend for a few weeks, we spend the last
week or so resting to regain energy and conserve for the four-day-long meet.” On Feb. 11, the first day of competition, sophomore Alican Alacli took second for the men in the 1650-freestyle obtaining an NCAA A-cut time of 15:45.83. Senior Ashley Clifford took eighth place win an NCAA B-cut time of 18:01.57 time in the 1650-freestyle, knocking almost a half-minute off her time. The women’s 200-medley relay team finished fifth, while the men’s 200-medley relay took second place to finish the day. In the second day of the GLIAC Championships on Feb. 12, UIndy had many top performances. Among those top performances was junior Manuel Stiem who placed first in the 200-yard IM with a 52.12 time to qualify him for the NCAA Division II Championships, and senior Isabela Tafur, who was third in the 50yard freestyle with a time of 23.84. The third day of competition, on Feb. 13, resulted in more qualifiers from UIndy. The women’s 800-freestyle relay qualified for the national meet with of a time 7:35.96. Junior captain Erica Smith broke former Greyhound Valery Crosby’s
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record in the 100-meter butterfly, clocking a time of 55.24, registering her for nationals. On Feb. 14, the last day of competition, the Greyhounds ended the GLIAC championships with both the men’s and women’s team placing third. According to the UIndy Athletics Web site, the Greyhounds had four GLIAC records at the 2009 championship. “We had a lot of hard training in the weeks leading up to conference,” Smith said. After the GLIAC championship, the five individual ‘Hounds and who qualified for the NCAA Division II Championships will head to Houston, Tex., March 11-14. According to Jarvis, the team ended the season with exceptional leadership and chemistry. He also said that their aren’t any cliche’s among the players, allowing many to step-up and lead. “The team this year, as in past years, has been pretty tightly-knit,” Jarvis said. “A team of this size needs as many people to step-up and lead by example as possible.”
The University of Indianapolis football, men’s and women’s soccer teams announced the names of the new players that signed their National Letters of Intent to join the Greyhounds in the fall of 2009. The football team signed a total of nine players, all from Indiana and Illinois. Head football coach Joe Polizzi’s two signees that look to be a challenge on the depth charts for starting positions include his own son Ben Polizzi, a running back or wide receiver from Roncalli High School and the transferred quarterback from Youngstown State University, Paul Corsaro. Also from Indiana are Joumeel McLaurine a running back f rom Columbus and Shane Wyant an offensive linePOLIZZI men from Lafayette. Other signees from Illinois include Will Brucker, running back; Jon Burandt, offensive line; George Hill, linebacker and Javon Jordan, defensive tackle. Men’s head soccer coach John Griffin signed three new players to the roster; Bobby Adkins, Ryan MacArthur and Corey Nelson. Adkins is a forward/mid fielder from Utica, Mich. MacArthur is a center mid fielder/forward from Zimmerman, Minn. Nelson is the lone local signee for the soccer team from Pike High School where he played forward, mid fielder and defender. Head Coach Geoff VanDeusen signed six new additions to the women’s soccer team. Chaunell Abrams, Danielle Bennett, Karlie Clemons, Brea Petty, Shelby Spinelli and Briana Syverson all committed to UIndy. Abrams comes from Kenwood High School in Baltimore, Maryland. Bennett is a local product from Ben Davis High School and is a 5’9” goalkeeper. Clemons hails from Fort Wayne, and adds another forward position player to the team. From Louisville, Kentucky is Petty a 5’10” forward and midfielder. Spinelli hails from Roncalli High School, and holds the record at Roncalli for goals and assists in a season. Syverson is another Ben Davis graduate that plays defender and center midfielder.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2009
Minor setback Track and field head coach injured, team thrives despite hardship
of the team and they want him to get better. Even with Fangman gone, the Greyhounds broke a UIndy school record Due to injury, the head coach of the at the Indiana University Hoosier Hills track and field team, Scott Fangman, has meet on Feb. 13. The men's distance temporarily left his position to recover. medley relay team placed third overall Assistant coaches Kathy Casey, Giles Da- with a 10:25.08 time to break the school's vis and former University of Indianapolis record of 10:29.09. The men's distance athlete Danny Asher have been medley relay team consists of taking on Fangman’s responsisophomores Josh Gornall and bilities as head coach and as Ben Bertoli, junior Cody Parks hurdle and jumper coach. and senior Mike Landy. According to senior thrower At 2009 Tiger Indoor Amy Schmitz, Fangman broke Invitational host by Depauw his pelvis in three places and University on Feb. 6, the some of his ribs on Feb. 1 and women’s track and field team had to leave the team for two placed second, and the men’s to three weeks. took fourth overall. Schmitz said that Fangman For the women’s team, will probably be in a wheel chair Schmitz won first place and FANGMAN for a while when he comes back senior thrower Andrea Horban to coach. took the fourth place, both in “It was very unfortunate the weight throw. what happened, but we know Horban also took first he is getting better and will place in the shot-put. Fifth come back as soon as he can,” year senior high jumper���� EmSchmitz said. “I talked to him ily Schaf won the high jump on the phone after his injury, and was second in the triple and it seems like he is in good jump. spirits. He just wants to come For the men’s team, junior back to be with us.” sprinter Freddie Helms won Schmitz also mentioned that the top honor in the 55-meter the assistant coaches have been dash. Senior thrower Willie helping the team to make progLittle took second place, and SCHMITZ ress during Fangman’s leave. senior thrower Sam Elmore “It’s hard without Fangman was fifth in the weight throw. because he is our leader,” Schmitz said. “We are doing really well right now,” “But we have other great assistant coaches Schmitz said. “We are right on track, who are able to distribute his duties.” and we are hoping to bring home the Casey said that Fangman is the heart GLVC title.”
By Fangfang Li EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
Contributed by Mitch Wigness
Senior pitcher Travis Kempton concentrates on pitching. Before Kempton came to UIndy, he played for Redlands Community College where, as a sophomore, he had a .381 hitting percentage, was ninth in doubles and third in RBI’s in the National Junior College Athletic Association.
Baseball opens with 5-3 record By Jaclyn Luscomb STAFF WRITER
The University of Indianapolis baseball team tipped off the spring season early this month. The Greyhounds headed to Russellville, Ark., Feb. 14-15 to take on Northwest Missouri State University and Arkansas Tech University. Playing against Northwest Missouri State, the ‘Hounds lost the first game 3-4, but came back in the second game to win 4-1. On Feb. 14, the Greyhound’s took on Arkansas Tech in a double header. In game one against Arkansas Tech, the ‘Hounds were defeated 11-8, after having held a five-point lead through four and a half innings. But in the second game, the Greyhounds came back to defeat Arkansas Tech 4-3. UIndy played in the first series of
games of the season against West Georgia Feb. 6-8 in Carrollton, Ga. The ‘Hounds started the tourney with a 14-13 loss Feb. 6, but came back on Feb. 7 to win two games against West Georgia, 11-6 and 6-3. UIndy continued the win streak by defeating West Georgia 9-2 on Feb. 8. According to junior Justin Russell, the team is looking forward to making it past the regional tournament and into the NCAA Division II World Series this season. “With the group of freshman and junior college transfers we have brought in, we feel this goal is achievable,” Russell said. “We have a pitching staff that tops [other] staffs we have had since I have played at the University. The team has a winning mentality and will not accept losing. As a senior, I will strive to keep everyone in line and focused on the goals we have set for this season.” Head coach Gary Vaught said the
team is looking very strong in pitching and prepared for the start of their season with regular workouts. Although the team had many players graduate from last season and have lost others to injury this season, Vaught said he is optimistic and looking to the upperclassman such as junior Adam Akin, and seniors Ben Sondgeroth,Travis Kempton and Russell to lead the team. Vaught said he hopes to see the new freshman step up and take their places as strong players on the team. Last season the team finished with an overall 37-21 record. On Jan. 15, the baseball team was ranked fourth in the Great Lakes Valley Conference Preseason Baseball Coaches Poll, behind St. Joseph’s College, Bellarmine University and Northern Kentucky University. Vaught said he is confident in his players and that he will see great things from them this year as he has in the past.
ON DECK
February 19 - March 3
MEN’S BASKETBALL
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
WRESTLING
TRACK & FIELD
vs. KENTUCKY WESLEYAN Thursday, Feb. 19 @ 7:30 p.m. @ BELLARMINE Saturday, Feb. 21 @ 8 p.m. @ SAINT JOSEPH’S Thursday, Feb. 26 @ 8:30 p.m. vs. WISCONSIN-PARKSIDE Saturday, Feb. 28 @ 3 p.m.
@ NCAA MIDWEST REGIONAL Sunday, March 1 @ TBA
BASEBALL
vs. HILLSDALE Saturday, Feb. 21 @ 12 & 3 p.m. vs. ASHLAND Saturday, Feb. 28 @ 12 & 3 p.m. vs. ASHLAND Sunday, March 1 @ 12 p.m.
vs. KENTUCKY WESLEYAN Thursday, Feb. 19 @ 5:30 p.m. @ BELLARMINE Saturday, Feb. 21 @ 5:45 p.m. @ SAINT JOSEPH’S Thursday, Feb. 26 @ 6:30 p.m. vs. WISCONSIN-PARKSIDE Saturday, Feb. 28 @ 1 p.m.
@ HOOSIER HILLS OPEN Friday, Feb. 20 @ TBA @ EASTERN ILLINOIS Friday, Feb. 20 @ TBA @ GLVC INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS Saturday, Feb. 28 @ TBA
SOFTBALL
@ CHARGER CHILLOUT Feb. 20-22, Decatur, Ala. @ GLVC/GLIAC CROSSOVER Feb. 28-March 1, Owensboro, Ky.
THE SCOREBOARD WOMEN’S BASKETBALL
Feb. 7 @ NORTHERN KENTUCKY LOSS • 56-64 Feb. 12 @ LEWIS LOSS • 53-71
MEN’S BASKETBALL
Feb. 7 @ NORTHERN KENTUCKY LOSS • 67-80 Feb. 12 @ LEWIS WIN • 70-67
WRESTLING
Feb. 5 vs. MCKENDREE LOSS • 15-34 Feb. 7 vs. UNIV. OF CUMBERLANDS WIN • 32-10 Feb. 10 @ MT. ST. JOSEPH’S WIN • 20-17 Feb. 10 @ NOTRE DAME COLLEGE LOSS • 19-22 Feb. 14 @CARSON-NEWMAN INVITE TEAM 10th of 13 Feb.14 @ FINDLAY LOSS • 15-31
SWIMING & DIVING
Feb. 11-14 @ GLIAC Championships TEAM 3rd
MEN’S TRACK & FIELD
Feb. 6 @ DEPAUW TIGER INVITE TEAM 4th of 12
WOMEN’S TRACK & FIELD Feb. 6 @ DEPAUW TIGER INVITE TEAM 2nd of 11
BASEBALL
Feb. 6-8 @ WEST GEORGIA SERIES WIN • 3-1 Feb. 14 @ ARKANSAS TECH DOUBLE HEADER • 1-1 Feb. 15 @ NW MISSOURI STATE DOUBLE HEADER • 1-1
MEN’S TENNIS
Feb. 8 vs. WAYNE STATE WIN • 6-3 Feb. 14 vs. FERRIS STATE LOSS • 0-9 Feb. 15 vs. GRAND VALLEY STATE LOSS • 3-6
WOMEN’S TENNIS
Feb. 14 vs. FERRIS STATE LOSS • 3-6 Feb. 15 vs. GRAND VALLEY STATE LOSS • 0-9
12 THE REFLECTOR
February 18, 2009
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