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IN THIS ISSUE

Police blotter / Eagle rants (3), Dean Durand (4), Schedule Changes (5), Profile (6), Triples (10)

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Staff editorial (7), AUCC and AU Students for Life Letters (8), More letters to the editor(9)

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‘I Never Saw Another Butterfly’ (12), WVAU reviews (13), Sex wonks (14)

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In “Marcum: A friend, mentor outside the classroom,” it was stated that Professor Sue Marcum died Monday, Oct. 21. e correct date was Monday, Oct. 25. In “’IDEAS’ looks to move student proposals forward,” it was originally stated that the Department of IDEAS connected Lizzie Butler to representatives in the Trevor Project to have her ideas accomplished. It now says that Butler, who previously knew a representative in the Trevor Project, is working with IDEAS to implement her projects on campus.

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Fundraiser: Stone and Holt Weeks Foundation 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. WHERE: Davenport Lounge WHAT: e Stone and Holt Weeks Foundation is a local non-profit that honors the memory of two Bethesda natives killed in a car accident last year. Buy a special drink from the Dav this Monday through Friday to benefit the foundation. CONTACT: Maria Fufidio at mf6953a@american.edu

The Democratic Republic of the Congo: The Impact of War and Turmoil 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Butler Board Room WHAT: Amnesty International will screen “Peace is the New Frontier” and two speakers from the Falling Whistles Organization will speak on the conﬂict in the Congo and how the AU community can help. CONTACT: Maha Hilal at auamnestyinternational@ gmail.com

Global Trivia Night 7 - 9 p.m. WHERE: Butler Board Room WHAT: e Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority presents the ﬁrst Global Trivia Night competition, an international aﬀairs and current events trivia contest. Proceeds will go to both Save the Children and Heifer International. CONTACT: DPEGlobalTrivia@gmail.com

Men’s Basketball vs. St. Francis University 7:30 - 9 p.m. WHERE: Bender Arena WHAT: Come out and cheer for the men’s basketball team, as they take on St. Francis. CONTACT: Kathryn Tortorici at totoric@american. edu

Musical: I Never Saw Another Butterfly 2 - 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Katzen Studio eater WHAT: is musical is the story of children living in the ghetto of Terezin. It draws from documentary materials: poems, diaries, letters, journals, drawings and pictures. CONTACT: auarts@american.edu

Catalyst: 35 Years of Washington Project for the Arts 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Katzen Sculpture Garden WHAT: is exhibition will feature works by over 150 artists in a variety of media illustrating the integral role the Washington Project for the Arts has played in the history of contemporary visual art in D.C. CONTACT: aumuseum@ american.edu

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POLICE BLOTTER Oct. 31 ! Two resident assistants reported smelling a strong odor of marijuana coming from a room in McDowell Hall while conducting their rounds. Two resident directors arrived and contacted three occupants of the room. When a resident director mentioned taking administrative action, student #1 produced a bag containing a green leafy substance and swallowed it. The resident directors noticed a plastic bag had been placed over the smoke detector and a towel had been placed at the bottom of the door. A bottle of Febreze was nearby. Student #1 denied smoking or eating marijuana. Student #2 denied anyone smoked in her room. A resident director searched the room and recovered some drug paraphernalia, including a pipe. Confiscated residue tested positive for marijuana. Occupant #3’s father was notified. ! Public Safety responded to a report of an intoxicated student inside Letts Hall. The student was conscious, slightly coherent, spoke with slurred speech, moved with an apparent wobble and had dry heaves. The student indicated she began drinking shots of vodka in Letts Hall at approximately 10 p.m. The student went to an offcampus party and drank beer and “jungle juice.” DCFD transported her to a local hospital.

top computer, was removed from an unsecured locker inside the sports center. No personal information was stored on the computer. ! A bicycle was taken from a bike rack outside the Ward Circle Building. The bike had been secured with a cable lock. ! While conducting rounds, a resident assistant smelled a strong odor of marijuana inside Letts Hall. A resident director gave Public Safety paraphernalia and said three students were smoking alleged marijuana. The students admitted to smoking marijuana in a dorm room. Green leafy substance in the baggie tested positive for marijuana.

Nov. 1 ! Property, including a lap-

Nov. 2 ! DCFD transported a sick person from Letts Hall to a local hospital. ! An individual reported having been struck by a vehicle as he was walking south on the sidewalk of New Mexico Avenue, NW. The driver stopped and inquired as to the pedestrian’s welfare. The pedestrian indicated he did not need to go to the hospital. Both the pedestrian and driver left the scene. The identity of the driver and vehicle are not known. No serious injury was reported. Reportedly, the vehicle was exiting Nebraska Lot and struck the pedestrian where the exit ramp intersects the sidewalk. ! DCFD transported an injured person from inside the sports center to a local hospital.

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ASEAN Human Rights Commissioners Symposium 4 - 6 p.m. WHERE: Ward 1 WHAT: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations Studies Center and the U.S. Department of State will present the ASEAN Human Rights Commissioners Symposium to examine human rights and U.S. foreign policy in Southeast Asia. CONTACT: Erica Seng at aseanstudiescenter@american.edu

Workshop: T is for Trans 7 - 10 p.m. WHERE: MGC 245 WHAT: Join Queers and Allies and the GLBTA Resource Center to learn about what the T in GLBTA stands for and how to be an effective ally to the transgender community. CONTACT: Tonei Glavinic at info@queersandallies.org

EAGLE RANTS Public Safety responded to a fire alarm in Letts Hall and discovered smoke coming from food burning on a stove. There was no fire. Windows were opened to ventilate the area. Facilities Management responded to the scene. The alarm was reset. ! Public Safety found an individual lying down on a sidewalk and vomiting at Glover Gate. The individual’s speech was broken and he did not appear to be in complete control when standing. The individual indicated he drank in an apartment. DCFD transported him to a local hospital. !

Nov. 3 ! An outer covering of a fire pull station mounted on a column in Centennial Garage was broken, possibly by a vehicle backing into it. A witness heard a noise coming from the direction of the column and then noticed a vehicle quickly pulling away from the column. The vehicle was not identified. ! Public Safety discovered graffiti on a column of Ward Circle Building. Aramark was notified.

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Conduct board now includes greeks By ANNA SCALAMOGNA Eagle Staff Writer

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CLOSE OF BUSINESS — Kogod Dean Richard Durand plans to continue his legacy by giving back to his profession through nonprofit work. He will retire in spring 2011.

Richard Durand, Kogod dean, to retire at end of academic year By LAUREN LANDAU Eagle Staff Writer

After serving as dean of the Kogod School of Business for nearly six years, Richard Durand said he will retire from his position at the end of spring 2011. Durand said he is looking for a little simplicity. “I think in the short term what I’m most excited about is not having to make decisions other than when do I want to tee time or where are we going out to dinner,” he said. Durand plans to work pro bono after his retirement, helping schools that want to become accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. He said that this is a way of giving back to his profession. “It’s better for me to retire while I’m on top of my game rather than when I’m in the proverbial slump,” Durand said. Kogod Professor Heather Elms, who chairs the search committee to hire Durand’s replacement, said working on the committee is a bittersweet experience. “I think we’re all sad to see him go, but we understand that he needs to move on,” Elms said. Undergraduate Business Association Presi-

dent Christian Kingston represents undergraduate students on the search committee for Durand’s replacement. “He loves this school,” Kingston said. “He’s done so much for it and it shows, because every time you see him walking around he has a grin on his face.” Kingston said that he hopes the new dean will continue Durand’s work and push Kogod community members to the next level. “He’s not just our dean but he’s also here because he enjoys it,” Kingston said. “He’s our dean and he’s part of the Kogod family.” Durand said he is particularly proud of the Kogod building expansion, the first entirely donor-funded construction project at AU. The completed building doubled the size of the business school, introduced state-ofthe-art facilities and provided students with ample space to study and network in, he said. “The reason I’m proud of this building is because it has changed the way we do business,” he said. “It’s not just about bricks and mortar. It’s about culture — the culture of Kogod.” llandau@theeagleonline. com

A member of AU greek life will now serve as a representative on the Student Conduct Advisory Board to provide input from the greek community on conduct policy issues. Rosie McSweeney, director of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution Services, approved the new position last Monday because she believes the new membership on the council will provide an additional perspective on

policy issues. “We recognized that greek organizations have significant involvement with policies and regulations,” McSweeney said. Adam Tager, the president of the Inter-Fraternity Council, previously met with McSweeney to try to gain this conduct board representation for greeks. The representative was added because of the interaction greeks have with the community and the overlap between greek policy and University policy, according to Tager.

Tager will temporarily fill the position on the conduct board until he and the presidents from the National Pan-Hellenic Council and the Panhellenic Association choose a representative. They have not set a specific date for choosing the representative, Tager said. The council currently has seven student representatives from various on-campus organizations and groups. In addition to greek life, these include representatives from:

Student Government Student Advocacy Center ! Residence Hall Association ! Graduate Council ! Conduct Council Hearing Board “I think it’s a good idea because the more students that are represented, regardless of their group, the better for everyone,” said Katie Schweitzer, president of the Panhellenic Association. “Having a greek member is just one !

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Classes to start a week later, make room for ‘special programming’ By GEOFFREY BEEBE

Eagle Contributing Writer Next year’s academic calendar will shift a week later, according to Phyllis Peres, vice provost for undergraduate studies and interim dean of academic affairs. AU will implement a “special programs” period from Dec. 23, 2011 to Jan. 13, 2012, according to Peres. She said that the special programs most likely will not involve for-credit classes, but rather events like two-week trips that supplement honors programs or professional pro-

grams on the Tenley Campus. “We don’t envision having face-to-face classes during this term,” she said. Peres said that any specific programming will be up to the individual colleges and schools of AU. Peres said some of the new special programs could help the local community. “There are also programs meant to help the larger community, and Dec. 23 was logistically the earliest we could start it,” Peres said. news@theeagleonline.com

Changes to the academic calendar This year

Next year

Welcome Week 2010: Aug. 14 – 22

Welcome Week 2011: Aug. 21 – 28

Fall 2010 classes began: Aug. 23

Fall 2011 classes begin: Aug. 29

Last day for 2010 fall semester exams: Dec. 13

Last day for 2011 fall semester exams: Dec. 19

No Special Programs

Special Programs: Dec. 23 – Jan. 13

Spring 2011 classes begin: Jan. 10

Spring 2012 classes begin: Jan. 17

Spring break 2011: March 6 – 13

Spring break 2012: March 11 – 18

Last day for 2011 spring semester exams: May 3

Last day for 2012 spring semester exams: May 8

Smith complaint to BOEE may never be settled By STEFANIE DAZIO Eagle Staff Writer

The complaint filed by Tom Smith Oct. 22 challenging Tyler Sadonis’ eligibility for election to an Advisory Neighborhood Commission seat may not come to a Board of Elections and Ethics hearing. Sadonis must earn enough write-in votes to challenge Smith before the Board of

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Elections and Ethics will hold a hearing to see if Sadonis fulfills residency requirements. The complaint may never be settled, according to Alysoun McLaughlin, BOEE spokesperson, because there may not be enough write-in ballots to challenge Smith’s re-election. Smith filed a complaint !

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Provost approves changes to class time Classes will begin at 7:30 a.m., other class times shift 25 minutes later By ALLIE MOONEY

Eagle Staff Writer

Class times will move forward 25 minutes for the 2011-2012 academic year, and a 7:30 a.m. class will be added, according to Phyllis Peres, the vice provost and interim dean for Academic Affairs. A new 7:30 a.m. class will run until 8:45 a.m. and will be available on the Monday/Thursday, Tuesday/Friday schedule. The Office of the Provost announced the proposed changes at a Faculty Senate meeting Sept. 29. They hope these changes will encourage students to take morning classes and will better accommodate graduate students. The new schedule will have classes at the following times for M/TH, T/F classes: ! 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. ! 8:55 - 10:10 a.m. ! 10:20 - 11:35 a.m. ! 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ! 1:10 - 2:25 p.m. ! 2:35 - 3:50 p.m. ! 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

5:30 - 8:00 p.m. 8:10 - 10:40 p.m.

Wednesday classes will run from: ! 8:55 - 11:35 a.m. ! 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. ! 2:35 - 5:15 p.m. ! 5:20 - 6:35 p.m. ! 6:45 - 8:00 p.m. ! 8:10 - 10:40 p.m. “One of the issues has been that the current schedule of classes has a first slot that is considered by many undergraduates to be too early, and therefore it did not ensure full utilization,” Peres said in an e-mail. “By creating opportunities for scheduling at 7:30 a.m. that may fit the needs of some graduate and professional programs as well as those of some undergraduates, the result is a second slot that begins at 8:55 a.m.” Peres said the Office of the Provost does not anticipate the 7:30 a.m. class to be very popular with undergraduates. “We are not expecting it to have heavy usage, but

we are expecting that it will increase the usage and the desirability of the 8:55 [a.m. class],” she said. “So we will have six time slots during the day that will now have more usage around the clock.” Classes after 5 p.m. will remain at their original time, with the exception of some graduate level courses, which can last two or two and a half hours, according to Eric Goldstein, the Student Government director of Academic Affairs. These changes will get rid of the 40-minute gap that currently exists between 3:35 classes ending at 4:50 p.m. and classes starting at 5:30 p.m., allowing for a more efficient use of the school day, Goldstein said. The time adjustments were made as a solution to the lack of classroom space on campus during

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the middle of the day. “This new schedule of undergraduate class options, including a more viable morning time slot for undergraduates (8:55 a.m.) provides a wider array of class offerings across the entire day through more robust classroom availability,” Peres said in the e-mail. By pushing forward class times, the Office of the Provost also hopes more students will be willing to take morning classes. “What this does is it makes that 8:30 [a.m.] block a little more tolerable,” Goldstein said. “The hope is more students will take classes then.” An announcement to the campus community is expected this week, according to Peres. amooney@theeagleonline. com

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Saturday, November 13th 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. American University, Ward 2 If you have questions about access, the event, interested in registering for the conference, or need to request disability accommodations, please contact agoldstein@rooseveltinstitute.org Advertisement Paid for by the American University Club Council

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Student Leader Networking Reception Sponsored by the AU Club Council www.auclubcouncil.org

Come meet other student leaders, talk about upcoming events, and find co-sponsors for your events! FREE FOOD will be provided to those in attendance, as well as DOOR PRIZES for a lucky few attendees!

Co-sponsorships. Collaboration. Better Events.

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PROFESSOR NEXT DOOR — Professor John Richardson is the faculty-in-residence for Anderson Hall. He is available to Anderson residents for advice, dinner, tea and the occasional cup of sugar.

Professor Profile: Richardson, Anderson’s faculty-in-residence Anderson Hall is home to over 700 students and only one professor, John Richardson. A professor teaching international development in the School of International Service, Richardson is the faculty-in-residence for Anderson, where he lives on the first floor. For almost 10 years, Richardson has lived on his own in Anderson. What started in 2002 as an experiment to better connect students with faculty has turned into a permanent residence and lifestyle for Richardson, who accepted the position with the intention to “try things out, and find out what things work to connect students to the faculty at AU.” The close relationship that Richardson had with his professors at his alma mater, Dartmouth College, inspired him to contact the Office of Campus Life when he heard about a vacant apartment in Anderson. Vice President of Campus Life Gail Hanson then worked with Richardson to create the position of faculty-in-residence.

guage. Of all the professor’s career accomplishments, he is most proud of his role as a spokesperson for the students, which he said has been both surprising and very rewarding. Richardson has been a spokesperson for the Office of Student Life by acting as a connection between the students and the organization that plans events and opportunities for AU students. Richardson said he takes a very objective approach to his relationships with students. “Until college, all of your relationships with adults have been authoritative,” he said. “They have power over you, so you won’t be authentic. I have made it a point to not have any role of authority in the dorm.” By planning South side community dinners and weekly teas, walking around the “Beach” with a bowl of candy during late-night fire alarms and providing strawberries on move-in day, Richardson does everything possible to “support students in making their own way.” kfaherty@theeagleonline. com

Richardson served as a naval officer for five years following his graduation from Dartmouth College. ! Richardson’s son is a graduate of AU. ! His wife is a world-class competitive endurance horse rider. She rides horses daily on the Richardson’s family horse farm in western Virginia. ! Richardson worked in the fashion industry, and was a partner in running a highend designer store. ! Richardson has been blogging since 2004. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter or his blog at dormgrandpop. blogspot.com. !

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Butler Board Room 6th Floor, Butler Pavilion American University

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12:30 pm to 2:30 pm (The event will be in a mixer-style format– you can come and go as you please!)

This event is open to the executive board members of any club or organization recognized by Student Activities. It is also open to those interested in starting a new club who want to meet other student leaders and discuss the formation of that club.

If you have questions about access, the event, or would like to request accommodations, please email aucc@american.edu

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more facet of the student body that will have their voice heard.” The hazing policy is one example of a handbook policy that directly affects greeks, McSweeney said. The Student Conduct Code was changed over the summer to allow the University to sanction students for offcampus misconduct. The greek community began its effort to get a student representative on the Student Conduct Advisory Board earlier in the semester in order to have a voice in future changes to the policy. “As fraternity and sorority members we have some unique experiences that could be put to use on this council,” Tager said. “We have members in the neighborhood, we have members on campus. We have events on campus, we have events off campus, in the residence halls.” ascalamogna@ theeagleonline.com

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Richardson’s living room is full of photos, books, pieces of art and bowls of candy. A decorative rug from Sri Lanka hangs on the wall in the living room, right next to a handwritten sign taped to the wall inviting students to enjoy the iced tea in the refrigerator and Klondike bars in the freezer. Richardson said he has spent a great deal of time in Sri Lanka conducting research. Six of the books he wrote are stacked on a coffee table. His most recent work, “Paradise Poisoned: Learning about Conflict, Terrorism and Development from Sri Lanka’s Civil Wars,” is now being translated into two native Sri Lankan languages. Those installments are expected to come out in 2014. Richardson’s goal is to learn the language by that time, in order to give a speech at the celebration of the book publication in Sri Lanka. “It’s hard to learn a language when you’re my age,” Richardson said. But before 2014, Richardson hopes to move to Sri Lanka for six months to live with a family and with Buddhist monks in order to embrace and learn the lan-

Wednesday, November 10th

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By KATE FAHERTY

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Waking up for that 7:30 a.m. class AU needs to keep students in mind when implementing changes to the academic schedule First came WONK. Then came Gen Ed program changes. Now, to complete the trifecta of transition, AU has made major changes to the academic calendar and schedule. For those students returning to campus next fall (sorry, seniors, you’ll be in the real world then), you should prepare for some major transitions that will forever change your world. Or, in reality, change your daily schedule and slightly affect your summer and winter breaks. Many of us believe that we go back to school too early in the year. Our friends at state schools often don’t start until after

Labor Day, and it would be nice to enjoy a few more days of the warm, humid August weather before resigning ourselves to sitting in warm, humid classrooms. This will change next fall as the academic calendar is shifted forward by a full week. Fall term will start Aug. 29, and spring term will start Jan. 17. In addition, a winter term offering special programs would be created, running from Dec. 23rd until Jan. 13. Also, that 7:30 a.m. class time on your potential future schedule won’t be a mix-up due to Daylight Savings Time. Under the changes, all current class time slots will be shifted

Coming to terms with my unseen (but heard) disability SMARTER THAN I LOOK

CONOR SHAPIRO It took many years before I came to grips with my disability. I shunned it, stubbornly tried to compensate for it. But as it worsened, it became increasingly difficult to ignore. Coworkers perceived me as arrogant and aloof. Friends would approach and ask why I ignored them. When? I’d inquire. Just a few minutes ago, you walked

right passed — didn’t you hear me call your name? Actually no, I didn’t. Eventually I was forced to action. For two years I delivered speeches on behalf of my employer in large auditoriums. On most occasions, I’d provide a disclaimer I wouldn’t be entertaining follow-up questions due to time constraints. But the time I forgot is the time I’ll never forget. After finishing my spiel, a few hands rose. Oh no, I sighed. One woman stood up in the back and asked something. I couldn’t discern anything she said. I asked her to repeat the question. Nothing. My face be-

forward (or backward, depending on your sensibilities) 25 minutes — so that dreaded 8:30 a.m. class becomes a slightly more reasonable 8:55 a.m. — and a new 7:30 a.m. time slot will be added. The epically early time slot will have classes for both grads and undergrads but will ostensibly mostly benefit grad students trying to hustle downtown to a job or internship. While we acknowledge that change is good, we hope that AU has a good reason making such dramatic changes to our system. The early start to winter break allows those of us

wanting to pick up some part-time work over the holiday season to get some hours at our former summer employers. Most employers won’t take on students coming back much closer to Christmas, as they will have already filled the extra season staff positions they need. In addition, transportation costs skyrocket closer to the holiday season, so that plane ticket home may run you a few more (hundred) dollars on Dec. 19 instead of Dec. 12. While a later start and a winter term might be nice, is it really worth all the extra costs we may endure as a result? Although we feel that the

changes to the class time schedule may be necessary to accommodate an ever-growing student population, we would like to include a caveat. As students that have struggled many a time to make it to that 8:30 a.m. class on a rainy, cold day in the middle of winter, we implore the university to keep that 7:30 a.m. time slot reserved for graduate classes or elective courses, and not required undergraduate classes. Those of us that have sat through a Gen Ed class at that early hour know that attendance and participation levels in such classes are typically low. Maybe it’s the hour, maybe we

just haven’t had a chance to grab our morning coffee yet — either way, unless it’s a class we really, really, really want to take, we’re less likely to get something out of a course scheduled for that early. The bottom line is that we hope the University considers the full ramifications of these decisions before implementing them across the board. Soliciting student input will be essential in ensuring that our concerns are fully addressed — in other words, that we won’t be out of work over the break and trekking to ECON-100 twice a week at 7:30 a.m.

came flushed as the audience murmured amongst themselves, impatiently waiting my reply. I asked someone in front for clarity, but I couldn’t hear their response either. Ashamed, I abruptly apologized and walked out of the room humiliated. The following week I made an appointment with an audiologist and confirmed what I long knew. I have significant hearing loss. If normal people hear at a 60 decibels level, I hear closer to a baker’s dozen. Fortunately, AU is home to an excellent Disability Support Services, directed by Joanne Benica. Before I enrolled, I was reticent to schedule an appointment, I had numerous inhibitions. I needed accommodations, but I didn’t want to feel patronized. I didn’t want an automatic advantage over my peers. I wanted privacy. I didn’t want classmates to

know and/or treat me differently. Thankfully, Joanne quelled my fears — “The purpose of disability accommodations is to equal the playing field, not to provide special services or unfair advantage. The accommodation is meant to provide equal access,” Joanne told me. I heard that loud and clear. Another concern was pacified when Joanne said my disability information would be kept confidential. An anonymous announcement would be made in class and that would be the extent of public notification. Students meet with professors during office hours to distribute and explain the relevant information — ideally, professors will act accordingly. In a survey conducted in 2008-2009, students with disabilities rated AU departments, faculty and staff, as 61 percent responsive to their concerns. Not too shabby, al-

though not exemplary either. In my own experience, professors are amenable to the requests, but tend to forget unless reminded. For students with documented disabilities, utilize the resources on campus. As an undergraduate, I didn’t have the courage to accept my deficiency. I saw it as a weakness, unwilling to submit to its command. At times, I’m still self-conscious (especially when I’m sporting hearing aids), but I’ve slowly learned to accept it as a part of who I am. I recommend AU students without disabilities make a concerted effort for flexibility and understanding. Be cognizant that many around you (about 450 documented at AU) struggle each day with their unique problem. Many classmates may be annoyed to have their views partially obstructed by the 6’2” giant head (me) constantly occu-

pying the front seat of class. I don’t do it to be a brownnoser, I do it because I need to. We can’t expect anyone to predict who has disabilities (if not apparent), but as a rule, acquiesce (if asked to move or speak up) out of consideration because it may be more of a necessity than a request. Since we don’t know the intricate details about strangers, it’s best just to cut them some slack. If you notice an odd proclivity of a classmate, they may be compensating for something you’re not privy to. They may have a disability. And even if they don’t, you could do worse than obliging out of courtesy. Conor Shapiro is a graduate student in the School of International Service and a liberal columnist.

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Negative Eagle coverage of AU Students for Life defends AUCC misses system’s benets stance on abortion, genocide LETTER TO THE EDITOR Given the degree of coverage of the AU Club Council’s new funding allocation process, there are a few items that we wanted to correct and make public regarding this new system. Contrary to what has been previously been publicized by The Eagle, most clubs are very happy with the system. Of the 144 clubs the AUCC represents, negative feedback has been received from less than five organizations.

This new system we have created ensures that larger sums of capital are available to clubs faster and more frequently than they have been in the past. It also ensures that at the end of this fiscal year in April, the total amount of money allocated to clubs will far surpass any amount of money that’s previously been distributed. In addition to helping out some of the larger clubs, this system also fosters the

This new system we have created ensures that larger sums of capital are available to clubs faster and more frequently than they have been in the past. One of the main reasons for re-evaluating the system is the fact that the old system was not benefitting clubs as efficiently as it could. The majority of organizations were restricted by the fact that they could only attain money twice each academic year, that if they were allocated a small amount of money during the first cycle, they would be able to appeal in the second but were vying for a much smaller sum than the first. In either case, organizations were also burdened with a mandatory fundraising requirement that only allowed them to access half of their allocation until a certain dollar amount was fundraised.

growth and development of new clubs. It ensures that every single club that applies to the AUCC for funding gets at least $100, whereas the old system did not guarantee them anything. This system also does away with the restrictive fundraising rules and creates an incentive-based fundraising program that encourages self sufficiency among clubs. In fact, rather than requiring clubs to fundraise we reward them for it by matching any independent fundraising they do up to $250 per fiscal year. Though this new system creates much more possibility, it does not afford us the ability to allocate

every club all of the money that they are looking for. There are a myriad of reasons for this, however the most central and concerning issue is the distribution of both the undergraduate and graduate Student Activity Fees. The undergraduate fee has sat consistently at $73.50 per semester for more than five years and the graduate fee is $30 per semester. The undergraduate fee is divided amongst Student Government, Media Board and AUCC while the graduate fee goes to both the AUCC and the Graduate Leadership Council. The University collects approximately $990,000 in Student Activity Fees each academic year and only 28% (around $138,000) goes to the AUCC. It may be time for all fee-funded student organizations to re-evaluate the distribution of the fee to better meet the needs of all students and their organizations. Looking back to the issue at hand, under the new system, the AUCC is functioning better than has ever previously been the case. The old system — which was not working for anyone — has been completely reinvented, and clubs are in the process of transitioning their budgets and mentality to work within the new system. Due to the sheer number and vast nature of these clubs, it is impossible that any given system will work for everyone, but the fact that this one works for a vast majority of clubs is something to be proud of. From, AU Club Council and Student Activities

LETTER TO THE EDITOR We write in reply to the AU STAND Coalition and its Nov. 1 letter. American University is a home for students who love the world and want to make it a better place. We are some of the most forward-looking students in the country. We recognize trends before others do. Students for Life honors this progressive spirit when we claim that abortion is a form of genocide. Genocide can be broadly defined as violence resulting from the dehumanization of a class of people in a society. In past and current cases, the class of people has been determined by race, ethnicity or religious conviction. We argue that the systemic acceptance and promotion of abortion as a legitimate,

though violent and deadly choice of action toward unborn humans, results from dehumanization of the unborn child and is a case of genocide. An unborn child is in fact a biological human being that is at an immature stage of its self-directed process of growth — a stage each of us once occupied. The unborn are discriminated against because of their age and level of development. The prochoice view claims that the killing of an unborn child — a form of deliberate homicide — is morally equivalent to the choice to care for that child. This view is discriminatory and dehumanizing. It cannot be held without denying human rights to an entire class of people. Abortion in America is not a rare emergency medical procedure. Over

50,000,000 living human beings have been killed in our country since the 1973 Supreme Court decision, Roe v. Wade. A society that claims to be liberal and enlightened — one that is proud of overcoming slavery and ending the Shoah — should not stand for abortion. Abortion always kills, and our society only allows it to do so because we have dehumanized the unborn. Students for Life sees this as an outrage that fits the intention of the original definition of genocide, while expanding the concept to include a previously unrecognized group of victims. Humbly, AU Students for Life

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Advocating for student input: Honoring the veterans in our Tenure for Professor Berard community this Veterans Day Dear Editor, On behalf of many of the music students, orchestra members and community of the D.C. area, I would like to make it known to the rest of the AU community that our beloved orchestra director, Manuel Berard, did not receive tenure. We are working on appealing this decision, but the process has not been easy. The administration has been difficult, and not welcoming of our opinions. Manny has brought the university orchestra up to such a high level. When he arrived at AU, the orchestra was very small and not anywhere near the level of the orchestra today. This issue is something very near to our hearts, and we would hate to watch him go. We plan to take action right away. We will not take no for an answer. We will do anything and everything in our power to keep

Manny at AU. He deserves it and he has earned it. Not only that, but the University should focus more on what the students want — they have proven the opposite. It is our tuition, our education and our needs. During my time at AU, I have had the opportunity to get to know Manny for almost two years now. Manny has been an inspiration to me and has motivated me to continue playing the flute. Not only that, but his Cuban and Spanish background are something I can relate to myself, being of a similar background. Professor Berard is not only a valuable member of our AU community, but of the D.C. community. He is well established here, being the conductor of the D.C. Youth Orchestra, as well. If we lose him, chances are those kids will lose Manny, too. Not only does this issue touch on injustice towards

the students, but injustice towards Professor Berard himself. The tenure process is a very delicate one and can be complicated, but in any case the students should have a say in what happens. We are the ones who are directly affected by this problem and will suffer the results of this poorly-made decision. We would like to invite the AU community to take part in this effort. We want to save the music program at AU and we need your help. We would like to invite anyone who has in any way been touched by Manny to take action. If you have attended an orchestra concert, if you were a student in one of Professor Berard’s courses ... speak up, be heard. Sincerely, Gabriela Febres, Junior, College of Arts and Sciences

While in class last Thursday, Oct. 28, I got a text from a friend I had served with, asking me to call him. We have several mutual friends who are currently deployed, so I stepped out of class to call him back, worried that something had happened. My friend told me a former coworker and fellow servicemember, SSG Adam Dickmyer, had died in Afghanistan. Adam was the same age as most of my fellow law students, 26 years old. He had joined the Army right out of high school, guarded the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from 2003 to 2009, and then deployed to Afghanistan in June of this year with the 2nd Battalion, 502 Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division. He was killed by an IED while walking a foot patrol in

Kandahar, Afghanistan, and leaves behind a wife, sister, mother, father and many others. Veterans Day is next Thursday, Nov. 11. It is a celebration to honor American’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. We should remember people like Roger, an AU student who deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan; Holly, who was deployed to Bosnia; John, an AU student who got involuntarily recalled off of IRR status and is currently serving his second tour in Iraq, an Jim, a faculty member at the Washington College of Law who was a paratrooper in the Korean War. And, while we are thinking of midterm election, midterm tests and rallies to inspire, we should remem-

Raising awareness of electronic consumption, Congolese paramilitary connections Chilling articles telling of egregious atrocities in eastern Congo have been littering every major newspaper for the past month. A report surfaced a week ago about 30 women who had been kept in a dungeon and were gangraped for almost a month on the Congo-Angola border. Another report by the U.N. alleged that 300 civilians (both men and women) were raped in the span of three days by Congo’s own army, the FARDC. Yet another article, featured on the New York Times’ front page, revealed the incompetence of the UN’s Peacekeeping Mission in Congo (MONUC) because it failed to intervene when a village less than a mile away from the MONUC compound was raided, leading to the gang-rape

of over 200 women. Beginning with the mutilation and mass killings of King Leopold’s notorious regime funded by Congo’s rubber, the history of the Democratic Republic of Congo is littered with political corruption, egregious human rights abuses and a deadly resource curse. While the current conflict in eastern Congo is complex, the main contributing factor is the illicit mineral trade. The profits from minerals including tin, tungsten, tantalum and gold has funded numerous rebel groups, most notably Rwandan Hutu Interahamwe militia factions, the Lords Resistance Army of northern Uganda and the FARDC, which is largely unpaid. As these minerals are essential to the production and func-

tion of many electronic products, including computers, mp3 players and cell phones, companies like Apple, HP, Intel and RIM are indirectly funding these armed groups to perpetrate mass human rights violations against the people of the DRC. In the past twelve years, hundreds of thousands of women have been raped. In the last month alone, MONUC reported that 15,000 women were raped. Since 1998, 5.4 million have died as a result of this conflict and millions more have been displaced from their homes. Through our current procurement policy, AU, like all electronic consumers, is indirectly and unknowingly complicit in the revenue stream that funds the paramilitary groups who

are committing horrific atrocities in eastern Congo. Stanford University, Westminster College and Cornell University have all adopted more ethical procurement policies and as this movement towards conflict-free continues to gain momentum, it’s time for AU to do the same. As students, our tuition should be used toward the betterment of ourselves and our respective communities, not towards the destruction of the Congolese. Carly Oboth, Junior, School of International Service Aaron Alberico, Junior, School of Public Affairs

ber heroes like SSG Adam Dickmyer, who believed so strongly in the rights and freedoms we take for granted on a daily basis that he was willing to give his life to defend them. Charlie Fowler Third year student WCL

Fowler served as an enlisted Infantryman and was on active duty in the Army from October 2001 to July 2006. He is currently serving as a first lieutenant in the Army reserve.

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to boy band o-rama next summer: Backstreet Boys and New Kids on the Block touring together? Our preteen dreams are all coming true.

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to suddenly frigid weather. We’re turning into wonksicles as we speak.

to new Asian food on campus. Mayflower and Spring Garden may be seeing some serious competition during the daytime hours soon. to oddly deep puddles and the disappearance of the ducks on campus during extremely rainy days. Ducks are good, rats are bad.

to a particularly interesting Police Blotter. No, we’re not trying to shamelessly promote — it’s extremely enjoyable today.

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Almost half of students in triples opt to keep rooms By RHYS HEYDEN

Eagle Contributing Writer

FELICIA AFUAN / THE EAGLE

THREE’S A CROWD? — Students often end up staying in their triples because of money saved and friends made, according to Director of Housing and Dining Chris Moody.

Students staying in triples

675 students started in triples

320

in triples as of Nov. 2

33%

‘02 – ‘07

40% ‘08

50% ‘09

Consumer Report: Housing By MEG FOWLER Eagle Staff Writer

As AU students turn in applications by the Nov. 15 deadline for an on-campus housing spot next semester, the college news website Campus Grotto reported that AU is among the top 20 schools with the most expensive housing in the country. AU ranked 16th in Campus Grotto’s Top 20 list of “Most Expensive College Dorms for 2010-2011.” Private colleges’ room and board prices increased by 3.9 percent on average in the 2010-2011 academic year, with an average cost of $9,700, Campus Grotto reported. AU’s average yearly cost for room and board is $13,430, according to the site. Here are this year’s per-

person costs for housing from the AU Housing and Dining website:

Medium to Large onebedroom: !"$5,656 per semester

Single-occupancy rooms: !"$5,656 per semester

Other considerations There are spots for 115 students in Nebraska Hall, and there are 100 apartments in the Berkshire Apartments sponsored by AU Housing and Dining. Each apartment houses two students and comes fully furnished. These apartments’ prices have been lowered so that students can manage their own cable and Internet.

Single-occupancy rooms in Centennial Hall: !"$6,605 per semester Double-occupancy rooms in: Nebraska Apartments, Centennial, Anderson, Hughes, Leonard, Letts and McDowell Halls: !"$4,509 per semester Triple-occupancy rooms: !"$3,295 per semester Double-occupancy rooms in AU Housing at the Berks: Studio: !"$4,509 per semester Small one-bedroom: !"$4,960 per semester

Living off campus The allure of leaving behind a cramped dorm room and shower sandals attracts many college students to offcampus housing. Two places to live off campus and near AU include the Berkshire Apartments and the Avalon at Foxhall.

The Berkshire Apartments offer students the choice to set up an agreement with the leasing office through the complex instead of through AU Housing and Dining. The Berkshire Apartments advertise that all utilities are included in rent costs, and prices range from $1259$2895 per month. The Avalon at Foxhall is another popular place for AU students to live and is often referred to as “up-scale” college living. These apartments come unfurnished, and no utilities are included in the monthly rent. The prices are advertised on the Avalon website range from $1750-$2645 per month. Caitlin Soto contributed to this report. mfowler@theeagleonline. com

Approximately 300 students will remain in tripled dorms next semester, and that number is less than half of the number of students that started the year in triples. This fall, AU opened its residence halls with about 675 students in triples, largely freshmen, according to Chris Moody, executive director of Housing and Dining Programs. As of Nov. 2, there are still approximately 320 freshmen living in triples on main campus. All involuntarily tripled students were given two opportunities: to de-triple into their original residence halls or to de-triple into Clark Hall. Around 35 de-tripled students moved into Clark. Because all of its residents come from different halls on campus, there is concern about the strength of Clark Hall’s new community, according to Assistant Director of Operations for Facilities and Vendor Services Sophia Benedicktus. “I think it’s harder [to build a community in Clark] when you’re just de-tripling students from Letts or McDowell or Leonard and putting them in a new, smaller building,” Benedicktus said. There is no formal lounge in Clark, and Roper Hall has had problems with plumbing and the card readers on its washing machines. The number of students who want to stay in triples has generally increased every year for the past 10 years, according to Moody. From 2000 to 2007, the University expected roughly one-third of students to stay in triples. In 2008 about 40 percent

stayed, and last year it was 50 percent. Moody said all of these triples are intact by choice. Students frequently start out opposed to the idea of a triple, but often discover the rooms are not as bad as they thought, he said. Moody believes triples have positive economic and social benefits. Many students say they are content with triples. “Either it’s a good economical option for students and families … or students are just happy [with the triples],” said Moody. Triple-occupancy rooms cost $3,295 per person each semester this year, compared with $4,509 per person each semester in a double-occupancy room, according to the Housing and Dining website. These rates apply to all residence halls other than Nebraska Hall, which has a higher rate. Tripling is becoming a common phenomenon at many academic institutions where living space has become increasingly limited, according to Benedicktus. Benedicktus also feels that triple rooms can have a positive effect on students’ experiences with their roommates. “I think that there’s something to be said for having a third person in the space because you’re able to change up the [social] dynamic a bit,” she said. Anastasia Crittenton, a freshman in the College of Arts and Sciences, started off the year in a double room, but a third person moved into her room in late September. “Sometimes you can get lucky with three people, but there’s always the danger of having a third wheel,” she said. news@theeagleonline.com

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‘Drink or treat’ leads to holiday transports At least four students spent parts of Halloween weekend in hospital By STEFANIE DAZIO Eagle Staff Writer

Halloween is one of the biggest weekends for AU students to be transported to the hospital for intoxication, according to Dean of Students Rob Hradsky. Four students were transported from AU to Sibley Memorial Hospital this Halloween weekend for intoxication, the same number as last Halloween. Hradsky said Halloween is a big time for parties that often encourage overconsumption of alcohol. “People take on a different persona,” Hradsky said. The first few weeks of school also have a high number of transports. In August 2009, nine students were taken to Sibley. This August, five students were transported. The beginning of the year usually brings more freshmen to the emergency room, according to Dr. Jennifer Abele, Sibley’s director of emergency services. However, over the rest of the year she sees students from a more even spread of classes. “I don’t think that students always realize that people can die from drinking too much alcohol,” Abele said. “We can always tell when there’s a big party on campus.” Hradsky said there were

fewer transports at the beginning of this year than previous years, but the numbers are starting to increase in recent weeks. There have been 26 students transported this semester, as of Nov. 4. There were 21 transports within the same time period last year. However, these numbers only show students transported from AU. Abele said other students come from off campus and are not reflected in Hradsky’s numbers. Students who are transported must meet with Kate DiEmidio, AU’s health educator on alcohol and other drugs, to discuss what led them to drink so much. Abele said that once students wake up in the hospital, removed from the party environment, they realize how much it has impacted them — especially if they don’t remember what happened. The first time students are transported, the incident will not go on their disciplinary record. If they are transported a second time, however, they are in violation of the Student Conduct Code and must meet with a hearing officer. Hradsky said he only remembers two cases last year when a student was transported more than once. Students are encouraged to

tell their parents first, Hradsky said. However, if the student is a minor, Hradsky must call the parents in the middle of the night, which he had to do over Halloween weekend. Abele said that the students coming to the emergency room need the medical attention. “We don’t want people to be afraid of coming to the emergency department,” she said. “When people are calling and they’re coming in, they’re coming in appropriately.” Last year, Hradsky’s office implemented a new online program called AlcoholEdu for College that all new undergraduates must complete. The program features videos, quizzes and questionnaires about students’ alcohol consumption and knowledge. Hradsky said that twothirds of students that had completed the program reported they changed their behavior as a result. AU isn’t preaching a “don’t drink” message to students, Hradsky said. “If you choose to drink, do so responsibly,” he said.

Reports of alcohol transports from AU to Sibley Memorial Hospital

Halloween Weekend

2009: 4 2010: 4

ANA SANTOS / THE EAGLE

HALLOW’S EVE – Transport numbers are highest early in the year and over Halloween weekend, according to Robert Hradsky.

August – Nov. 4 !

2009: 21 2010: 26 Biggest Month

August 2009: 9 August 2010: 5 Total

2008-2009: 44

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2009-2010: 46

from BOEE on page 5

Oct. 22 that said Sadonis, a write-in candidate, has not been a resident of D.C. long enough to be eligible for election to the local ANC. Write-in ballots are only counted if they would affect the outcome of the race, so the BOEE will only hold a hearing if the candidate on the ballot does not win outright, according to McLaughlin. If Smith is certified as the winner, there is no reason for the BOEE to take more action, McLaughlin said. Current ANC 3D 02 Commissioner Smith has 146 votes from Precinct 9, and Sadonis has 11 from electronic ballots only. There were 36 total writein votes, The Eagle previously reported. D.C. Official Code says candidates for the delegate, mayor, chairman, council and board of education races must be

“qualified electors” and “bona fide” D.C. residents for a continuous 90-day period, ending on Election Day, The Eagle previously reported. ANC regulations say candidates must be residents in their Single Member Districts for 60 days before the election and 60 days before filing a petition for their name to appear on the ballot. There are no specific rules, however, for ANC write-in candidates. If Sadonis must be a resident by the Sept. 3 petition-filing deadline, he would have had to be a “bona fide” SMD 3D 02 resident and “qualified elector” by July 4. If the deadline was Election Day, he had to be a resident by Sept. 3. If the 90-day rule applies, then his move-in deadline was Aug. 5. Sadonis moved into McDowell Hall Aug. 14., he said. sdazio@theeagleonline.com

Source: Dean of Students Office

Sincere thanks to all veterans of the AU community for their service and continued contributions to our community. For Veterans Day, AU Vets and ROTC will hold a ag raising and lowering ceremony on the quad at 9:45 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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MADAME BUTTERFLY — Under the direction of CAS Professor Gail Humphries Mardirosian, AU students such as Jenny Haining (left) and Elizabeth Bartolotta adapted ‘I Never Saw Another Butterfly’ for the stage. Mardirosian’s production include puppets, sign language and cast-created art. In addition, the show incorporates many different languages like Czech and Hebrew.

Students bring multilingual ‘Buttery’ to Katzen By HAELY JARDAS

Eagle Contributing Writer

Stories and poems from children in the Terezin Concentration Camp inspire children’s show at Katzen.

DIRECTOR: Gail Humphries Mardirosian MUSIC DIRECTOR: Jonathan Tuzman “I Never Saw Another Buttery” will show in the Katzen Studio Theatre November 11th to the 14th.

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“I Never Saw Another Butterfly” is one of the most heartbreaking pieces of literature to emerge from the Holocaust. It’s comprised of stories and poems written by Jewish children in the Theresienstadt (or Terezin) concentration camp, few of who survived to see their works published. Gail Humphries Mardirosian, a professor in AU’s College of Arts and Sciences, has now re-imagined that work at a multimedia show to be performed at the Katzen Arts Center. “I Never Saw Another Butterfly” incorporates several elements, including music, puppets and other cast-created art, as well as several languages added to the English translation of the show. Audiences will be exposed not only to Czech and Hebrew, but to American Sign

Language as well. Ben Gibson, an AU alumnus and recent Helen Hayes Award Nominee, is the show’s choreographer and visual theater specialist. ”[ASL] really transcends the spoken word and blends text and movement in theatre, which is part of my goal for this show — to represent another voice that was not only heard, but could be seen.” Mardirosian chose to incorporate ASL because of the intensely physical nature of Czech theatre and how important the physical expression of words is. Mardirosian is not new to the surviving artworks found at the Terezin Concentration Camp in the Czech Republic. After returning from her study as a Fulbright Senior Scholar in the Czech Republic from 2008 to 2009, Mardirosian staged “The Voices of Terezin.”

Inspired to reach out to the children of the D.C. community, she decided to extend the Terezin project. However, “Butterfly” is a show entirely separate from “The Voices of Terezin” and was in fact written as a children’s show. The musical, inspired by a collection of poetry and artwork done by children and found at the Terezin camp, tells the stories of those within the Terezin camp and their struggles. Mardirosian used a favored phrase to describe the project, “‘Works of art as both a sword and a balm,’ because it’s a way of expressing and fighting … and also as a possibility to heal.” The cast members all spoke about the different aspects of the show and about performing a show rooted in heavy subject material aimed at a younger audience. “[Children’s theatre] just adds another layer

of selflessness,” said cast member Laura Aristovulos, a senior in CAS, “because you’re doing it for the children. And I find that [in] children’s theatre, more than any other theatre the show becomes more about giving to the audience.” In addition to the production itself, the “Butterfly” project has an educational outreach aspect. Members of the project traveled to various D.C. schools to speak with children about the issues of the Holocaust and Terezin and taught them portions of ASL. Mardirosian’s eyes sparkled when she spoke about the educational outreach workshops. “We were doing the workshops for children [aged] 12 and 13. The children in these stories were mostly 12 to 15.” thescene@theeagleonline. com

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WVAU REVIEWS Every other week The Eagle goes about asking the assistant music directors and DJs at WVAU what they’re currently listening to. Here’s what they’re recommending. Check out WVAU.org to listen.

Sufjan Stevens — The Age of Adz (Asthmatic Kitty) Sufjan Stevens, a ‘prophet’ of modern folk, has suddenly embraced drum machines, synths, and…auto tune? “The Age of Adz” (pronounced “Odds”) is a mix of wild electronica and epic orchestration. It’s whirling, disjointed and rambling, but grotesquely lovely. Stevens has stripped away the pretentious lengthy song titles, stories, settings and grand biographies in favor of first-person non-fiction. Lyrically, “Adz” is closest to his album “Seven Swans” — straightforward, honest, and immediate. Themes of depression, religious-zeal, death, and love run throughout. “Sufjan/the panic inside/the murdering ghost/that you cannot ignore,” he sings to himself on “Vesuvias” with full choir, woodwinds, and spiraling synths. He sings with reckless abandon on “I Want to Be Well” with lyrics like “Did I go at it wrong?/Did I go intentionally to destroy me?” Recommended if you like: Radiohead’s Kid A, Brian Eno, The Dirty Projectors Recommended tracks: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 11

– Emily White

Small Black — New Chain (Jagjaguwar) Nostalgic vintage synths, samples and loops? Distorted, fuzzy vocals about wishing you could stay wherever you are or go back to wherever you were last summer? Piano melodies that could have been on a Lionel Ritchie album? Simple, 4/4 drum machine beats? Super short running time? A check to all of these! Small Black has made great chill-out music for your chillwave party. Whether or not you should choose to ride that wave is your own business, but bringing you back to a simpler time is Small Black’s business. The recommendations for this may as well say “the concept of chillwave.” Recommended if you like: Washed Out, Neon Indian, Toro Y Moi Recommended tracks: 3, 6, 8 – Alex Rudolph

Brian Eno with Jon Hopkins & Leo Abrahams – Small Craft on a Milk Sea

(Warp) Brian Eno’s newest album is split pretty evenly between ambient music (which he invented) and dark, synthesizer and drum machine-driven music (which he perfected). Though he’s spent the last few decades producing middle of the road U2 and James albums, Eno has retained his experimental sensibilities — these songs have movements in the sense that dramatic tone shifts pop up every once in a while and they have structure in the sense that they all have beginnings and ends. There’s an anger to the non-ambient tracks that Eno doesn’t usually express. Everything is faster and more crowded than the work he’s produced in the past, but when the harder-edged songs end, the gorgeous ambient tracks are there to clean the slate. Recommended if you like: Talking Heads, Flying Lotus, Roxy Music, everything on Warp Recommended tracks: 3, 6, 9 - Alex Rudolph

The Extra Lens — Undercard (Merge) “I hate this town, and there’s a whole long list of things that I hate. I had to starve myself all week to make way. Cleveland Ohio, 1985.” Does it get any more John Darnielle than that? The singular force behind The Mountain Goats has been writing songs like “Cruiserweights” for eons, elegizing small town failure and toil the way Belle & Sebastian do with shyness and photography. That’s not to say “Undercard” is a rehash of Goats’ material, as Darnielle takes us into more pop-y territory with a less sparse sound and some quality harmonies with frequent collaborator Franklin Bruno. But the straight-up acoustic sound, diary-esque lyrics, and Darnielle’s iconic “heart on sleeve” delivery puts this album firmly into his stylistic canon. And for the countless, rabid Mountain Goats fans out there, that’s really not a bad thing. Recommended if you like: The Mountain Goats, The Tallest Man on Earth, Neutral Milk Hotel Recommended tracks: 2, 3, 6, 12 – Brad Barbour

Bad Books — Bad Book (Favorite Gentlemen) Bad Book’s self-titled debut album does not disappoint. As a side project of Kevin Devine and Manchester Orchestra’s Andy Hull, this album melds the two groups’ styles perfectly by seamlessly combining the soft folk sound of Kevin Devine with the darker sound of Manchester Orchestra. But never fear, Bad Books isn’t simply a regurgitation of the two artists’ previous work; this album has a distinct sound. It is dark yet delicate, and the vocal combination of Devine’s adolescent-esque voice combined with the strained and rough voice of Hull creates a very interesting medley. Recommended if you like: Manchester Orchestra, Kevin Devine, Azure Ray Recommended tracks: 1, 5, 6, 8 – Nick Florko

Burgers go gourmet at D.C. ‘Good Stuff Eatery’ SCENE SAYS: Top Chef Alum turns American classics into delicious delicacies. By KELLY HOLLIDAY

Eagle Contributing Writer As a restaurant that boasts farm-fresh ingredients and commitment to “freshness, fellowship and friendliness”, D.C.’s Good Stuff Eatery is poised to become one of the city’s best burger joints. Launched in July 2008 by Spike Mendelsohn, fifth runner-up on season four of “Top Chef,” the Good Stuff Eatery offers original handcrafted burgers, wedge salads, handcut french fries and handspun milkshakes. Nestled on a trendy block on Capitol Hill (its neighbors include Hawk ‘n’ Dove and Eastern Market), the Good Stuff Eatery and its fedoraclad owner seamlessly fit in with the hipster community. The crowded sidewalk in front of the restaurant almost always hosts a long line of young food enthusiasts, hoping to catch a glimpse of Mendelsohn flipping a few burgers on the grill and taste some of the best milkshakes in town. The burgers are the obvious stars of the menu, with 14 varieties to choose from. Mendelsohn uses only natural farm-raised beef for his burger patties, which are a yummy blend of short ribs and brisket cuts, and the vegetable toppings are as fresh and crisp. Must try menu items include: ! The classic farmhouse burger is topped with the above ingredients and Good Stuff special sauce, but definitely try one of the Original Burgers. ! Colletti’s Smokehouse, the eatery’s most popular pick, is topped with mouth-watering Applewood-smoked bacon, sharp Vermont cheddar, fried Vidalia onion petals and chipotle BBQ sauce. ! The Prez Obama, is topped with red onion marmalade and horseradish mayo ! Michelle’s Melt is piled high with red tomatoes and fresh herb mayonnaise, an homage to her White House vegetable garden. Other mouthwatering menu items include Spike’s Sunny Side. Highly recommended

for breakfast lovers, the dish has fresh American cheese, crispy bacon and a fried egg sandwiched between two sweet potato buns. It’s pure burger heaven, albeit with a lot of napkins. Not a beef eater? Any one of Good Stuff ’s burgers can be substituted for a farm-raised chicken breast. While french fries are usually considered to be second fiddle to the burger, the fries at Good Stuff are in a different league. They’re small, crispy nuggets of double-fried deliciousness, and are even better when drenched in one of the mayo dipping sauces. The chipotle and Sriracha hot chili sauce mayos are the best, and pair perfectly with a burger too. If you’re in the mood for something on the lighter side, try one of Mendelsohn’s wedges. The classic is topped with fried onion straws and blue cheese, while the ensalada features Manzanilla olives and roasted corn. But it’s really all about the milkshakes. Like an Oreo needs a tall glass of milk, a burger and fries meal doesn’t feel complete without a delicious milkshake. Try the best and most popular one on the menu, the Toasted Marshmallow. It’s thick and sweet and might send you into a diabetic coma, but its enough to bring back memories of toasting ‘mallows around the campfire. The D-Lechable Leche is saved from sweetness-overload by a dollop of Greek yogurt, and the Soursop Hop Strawberry is pucker-inducing. Be prepared to wait in line, which is usually wrapped around the block, and see the occasional Congressmen or celebrity (this writer was lucky enough to catch a glimpse of First Lady Michelle Obama and the First Daughters next door at We the Pizza, Mendelsohn’s latest culinary endeavor). Ultimately, the Good Stuff won’t leave your wallet full, but the slightly overpriced menu is way worth the wait and cost. thescene@theeagleonline. com

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In a relationship, three in bed can be a crowd THE SEX WONKS

RYAN CARTER AND TARA CULP-RESSLER Uncharted territory College can definitely be a time of sexual experimentation and liberation. Whether it’s hooking up with a stranger you met at a party, buying your first vibrator, trying a new sexual position or learning how to tell your partner exactly what you want — college often allows you to explore new sexual territory. But how far are you willing to venture? In this column, we want to address things that our campus community might not be talking about. So we’re asking you: Want to have a threesome? Is three a crowd? Sexual experiences involving three partners are sometimes glamorized in the media and the porn industry. It makes logical sense — if two is good, then three must be better, right? But let’s take a moment to consider the logistics of a real-life threesome. “Making fantasies realities can be satisfying, but it also can illuminate how different things are in the real world, with real people, than they are in our fantasies,” Heather Corinna, a professional sex educator and the founder of the teen sex ed site Scarleteen.com, says in one of her articles about safer sex. We asked some AU students what they really think about threesomes (names will remain anonymous), and the answers varied. A female senior in the School of Communication said she hasn’t had a threesome and doesn’t think she ever would. “I don’t have any issue against the concept, I just think for me it would be too overwhelming,” she explained. “I already think I think too much during sex, and it would be too much

to have to think about three people, including myself.” On the other hand, a female senior in the School of Public Affairs told us she would definitely consider having a threesome. “I really love women, so the idea of being able to love two women at the same time seems pretty awesome,” she said. However, she had limitations on her idea of what that threesome would be like. “In order to have a threesome, I would be the cameo or guest star,” she said. “I think that I am a really jealous person, and would potentially spend too much time in a threesome counting who was getting touched more. But inserting myself into a relationship where I didn’t have a really strong emotional attachment to the other people, but had a definite physical attraction, would be a lot of fun.” A male senior in the College of Arts and Sciences echoed the same sentiments. “I wouldn’t have a threesome while I was in a relationship,” he said. “I would only do it if it was a random thing at a party with strangers, and I was pretty sure I wouldn’t get any diseases.” “I think it’s easy for guys to get sexually jealous,” he went on. “If you’re in a committed relationship and introducing another person, someone else is fulfilling a need for your partner that you can’t. That would definitely hurt my male feelings.” The aftermath of a threesome As Corinna points out, there are serious realities that sometimes accompany the threesome fantasy. “You probably aren’t fantasizing, for instance, about someone getting jealous or insecure in the middle of everything,” she writes. “Or about what seemed really hot in your head feeling really awkward or silly when it’s actually happening … or managing relationship or social fallout from this for a few months.” The AU students we interviewed identified with these

points. “I would love to do a threesome, but I value my relationship much more,” a male senior in the School of Public Affairs said. “Threesomes are more about pleasure and adventure than intimacy … Even if my boyfriend agreed to do it, I probably would not go through with it.” “A threesome has the potential for great embarrassment,” the first male senior said. “If you do something stupid with one girl, it’s one girl. If there are two, somehow it’s quadratic – it’s four times as embarrassing and they’re going to talk about it.” The second male senior agreed. “If you are slightly uncomfortable with your body or performance ability, not only are there more people to witness it, but the other two have the option of leaving you out if it moves to intercourse,” he said. Are threesomes just about sex? The threesome is a powerful sexual fantasy, but there are obviously deeper issues involved. “To say ‘it’s just about sex’ oversimplifies it, because there does have to be a good level of communication with everyone involved about what expectations they want,” the second female senior said. “How far are we going to go, is there going to be a relationship, what do we want out of this — these are all things you have to talk about. It should be a lot of fun, but there has to be an underlying understanding first.” So there you have it, AU. If you feel empowered enough to indulge your poly-amorous fantasies, by all means do so — but be smart and safe about it. Think about the potential repercussions of your actions, and be upfront about your intentions. And as always, send questions, comments, or threesome stories to Tara and Ryan. sexwonks@theeagleonline. com

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ELEMENTARY, MY DEAR WATSON — British academics offer challenges far different from American customs. More independent study translates to more free time but also more stress.

Academic culture clash eased by weekday clubbing, fewer classes CROSS-CULTURAL DISPATCH

LONDON, ENGLAND By OLIVIA STITILIS Eagle Staff Writer

American culture is known worldwide, positive reputation or not, but the British could go head to head with the United States for most distinct cultural norms. Stretching beyond colloquialisms to etiquette, food and politics, the Brits always give me a reason to feel either like an inadequate American or just laugh and roll my eyes. As a study abroad student fully integrated into a London university, or ‘uni’ as the Brits call it, and also living in a hall with British students, one of the most striking differences between British and American life has proved to be in academia. Though I will be studying at the London School of Economics from October through June, I will only be taking four classes this entire time. Even more, for each of these classes I only have one one-hour lecture and one one-hour discussion each week. That means eight of hours of class each week. That’s it. I went to

high school for eight hours a day in the States, just to put that in perspective. In addition to not being big on class time, the British aren’t into regular assessment. For my Applied Environmental Economics class for instance, 100 percent of my grade is the final exam. No pressure right? Instead of weekly essays, pop quizzes or midterms (all of which I consider normal forms of assessment) it is entirely up to you to make sure you are on top of all your (very lengthy) weekly readings. The only way to really assess this throughout the year is by participation in a one-hour discussion group. Lectures are taught by professors who are incredibly knowledgeable in their particular field. For instance, my Human Rights Law Professor next term has acted as a legal adviser, consultant and expert to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. My Economics Professor, Chris Pissarides, just won the Nobel Peace Prize for his work. Ironically though, students are encouraged to have strong academic relations with their teachers, not professors. Teachers lead the weekly discussion classes and are much younger and typically less knowledgeable. Some are still studying to get their master’s degree. In addition to the class-

room, there are also striking differences in the social atmosphere of British ‘unis.’ While in the States’ Halloween is pretty much the biggest holiday of the entire collegiate year, by Halloween weekend, not only had no one asked me about my costume, I hadn’t participated in any unnecessarily long debates on which party would be more fun or spent hours searching for neon leggings that I would never wear again. There are no fraternities or sororities. There are sports, but I couldn’t tell you when or where they compete. There is only one social advocacy initiative that the entire 9,000-person student body is virtually expected to support. Clubbing dominates the social scene. Specifically, clubbing during the school week. Monday and Wednesday nights are extremely popular. Both systems have their strengths and their weaknesses, and even though thinking of my final exams makes me nauseous, I’m glad I get to experience an entirely different system. More independent study is certainly more challenging, and hey, who doesn’t want to go clubbing every Monday night? thescene@theeagleonline. edu

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MOVIE REVIEW

CONCERT REVIEWS

Megamind

Local Natives By MAEVE MCDERMOTT Eagle Contributing Writer

Courtesy of DREAMWORKS ANIMATION

Los Angeles indie band Local Natives have had a fantastic two years filled with rave reviews for their debut record “Gorilla Manor.” They paid a visit to the 9:30 club last Thursday amidst the home stretch of their fall tour. Their twin opening bands were both strong; The Union Line, hailing from Southern California, played a solid, if slightly uncharismatic, set of indie rock with a tropical spin, and New Zealanders, The Ruby Suns charmed the crowd with their ebullient dance-pop. Local Natives came on stage to deafening cheers from the crowd, but they took a few songs to warm up and unfortunately Gorilla Manor standouts “Camera Talk” and “World News” were the casualties. The normally-crisp percussion from the band’s

twin drum sets felt rushed, and the three-part harmonies that served as the keystone of Manor got lost among the din. The Natives seemed to struggle with volume throughout the beginning of the set, but once the band hit their stride and found a balance between the percussion and vocals, they were masterful. The sleepier tracks on Gorilla Manor — “Sticky Thread,” “Cards and Quarters” — worked more effectively live, though the strings that played an important part in Manor’s sublime instrumentation were absent. Guitarist Taylor Rice and keyboardist Kelcey Ayer traded lead vocals throughout the set, and though Rice was a deft vocalist — with, as it should be noted, the most impressive mustache of the heavily facial-haired group — the songs helmed by Ayer shone as the highlights of the night. His

vocals on the slowed-down, soaring version of “Cubism Dream” were chillingly perfect. As the Natives neared the end of the set, the songs reached a sublime level. Ryan Hahn’s mandolin provided a whimsical feel to “Airplanes,” and Ayer let loose with goosebumps-inducing riffing over the song’s ending. They closed their regular set with an electrifying rendition of “Who Knows Who Cares,” further enhanced by the entire crowd roaring the words. The Natives came back on to play raucous crowd favorite “Sun Hands,” and amidst the cacophony of crashing drums and ecstatic audience members launching themselves into dance, there was a feeling that every live show yearns to achieve: undiluted joy. thescene@theeagleonline. com

LESS THAN ‘MIND’-BLOWING — ‘Megamind’ is hampered by DreamWorks’ recycled plotline.

Grade: C+ Runtime: 96 minutes Scene Says: Lack of originality drags down otherwise fun lm. By GEOFFREY BEEBE

Eagle Contributing Writer DreamWorks Animation has released yet another animated feature, and true to all of their other titles, “Megamind” entertains children of all ages with a cast of contemporary film stars lending their vocal talents. In a story similar to the origin of Superman, two alien children blast to Earth, one containing the alien that will become Metro Man (Brad Pitt) and the other containing Megamind (Will Ferrell). Metro Man becomes the shining celebrity, while Megamind is shunned — leading him to become decidedly evil. Megamind’s exploits reach an early climax when he kidnaps reporter Roxanne Ritchi (Tina Fey) as a way of luring his rival to his doom. From there, Megamind learns very quickly that not having a nemesis is much

worse for a super villain than having one — what fun is there in random acts of evil without anybody to resist you? The film has a nearlyidentical plotline to every other DreamWorks film. A social outcast undertakes a harrowing task, wins what he or she thinks is a major victory, only to realize that there is a greater — almost impossible and infinitely more dangerous — task in order to actually win. Along the way, a woman who would never associate herself with the main character pretty much thrusts herself on the character by the end of the film. There is some neat, semi self-deprecating, yet inspiring speech that the character says before being fantastically amazing and saving the day. This has been seen in “Antz,” “Shrek,” “Shrek 2,” “Shrek the Third,” “Over the Hedge,” “Bee Movie,” “Shark Tale” and “How to Train Your Dragon.”

“Megamind” deviates a little from this cookie-cutter plot, as all DreamWorks animated films do, but the overall highlights remain the same. Ultimately, this grievance against the movie can be summarized into one overarching complaint: DreamWorks thinks their audience is stupid. One can argue that the audience is small children, but that is not necessarily true — there are elements of every animated film that appeal to a more mature audience. Part of why animated films do so well is because they are entertaining for the young, but also the young at heart. “Megamind” is an enjoyable film, but it is far beyond time DreamWorks Animation tries a little bit of originality. Otherwise this film continues to make the studio the Nickelback of children’s animated films. thescene@theeagleonline. com

Frightened Rabbit By MADELINE WOLFSON Eagle Contributing Writer

The 9:30 club played host to three international acts last Monday that brought wonderful performances and a huge dose of energy. It may seem like a dreadful thought to stand through two hours of warm-up acts to get to the anticipated act — in this case, Scottish indie rock band Frightened Rabbit. But it was a pleasure to see the performances of the The Phantom Band, also from Scotland, and Plants and Animals, hailing from Quebec. After the former delivered an amazing performance some audience members deemed “trancelike,” the Canadian group brought the same level of enthusiasm to their performance — essentially really solid indie-rock. But Frightened Rabbit was the reason most people were at the 9:30 club on this blustery fall eve, and the show did not disappoint. Fronted by Scott Hutchison, Frightened Rabbit began the show with one of their most beloved songs, “The Modern Leper,” setting the tone for

what would be an hour-and-a-half of upbeat, yet pained songs, each emotionally wailed by Hutchison. The audience was quickly transformed from a bunch of 20-somethings in vintage blazers and flannel, into the kind of lot one would imagine exists in a romanticized version of a Scottish pub, feet stomping and hands clapping, singing tunes of past lovers. Hutchison played all of the favorites from “Midnight Organ Fight” and their newest album, “The Winter of Mixed Drinks,” and the highlights “Backwards Walk,” “Good Arms Versus Bad,” “ Poke” and “Living In Colour.” The greatest treat of the night, however, was the charming banter between Hutchison and his fans. He joked between songs, took requests, swigged beers and shared stories, creating real personal intimacy to couple with his songs of heartbreak. The Eagle spoke with Hutchison about the band’s tour and its future. “The Midnight Organ Fight,” an up-tempo, catchy breakup album full of angst, pain and melodies catalyzed the

band’s fame in 2008, receiving rave reviews and getting them booked at larger venues. “This tour’s been quite nice,” he said. “I think we were just too uptight about shows before.” The band is now promoting “The Winter of Mixed Drinks,” another wonderfully upbeat and dark album that still rings with Hutchison’s delightfully pained accent. It is, however, a more hopeful album than those previously released. Hutchison, who writes the music, attributes this to his being in a much better place, as he is now happily in a relationship rather than wallowing in post-break-up limbo. Although Hutchison has begun working on the next album, the band is mostly looking forward to returning home from tour this Christmas. Some bands live for the live performance, but you can tell that songwriting is what Frightened Rabbit prizes, which makes the moments when the audience gets to join in all the more precious. thescene@theeagleonline. com

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SCENE CALENDAR WEDNESDAY 10

THURSDAY 11

Deadly Prey 8 p.m. WHERE: The Passenger, 1021 7th St. NW METRO: Metro Center (red, blue and orange lines) WHAT: The Washington Psychotronic Film Society — a group of film lovers with an affinity for the strange — continues its November line-up. In “Deadly Prey” a group of mercenaries kidnap suburbanites for target practice. COST: Free ($2 suggested donation) CONTACT: www.wpfs.org

Flip Orley 8 p.m. WHERE: D.C. Improv, 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW METRO: Farragut North (red line) WHAT: Combining comedy and hypnotism, Orley has had a solid career as a comic for 15 years. With appearances on the “Today Show” and “Entertainment Tonight,” Orley proves that every performance is unique, and his visit to the nation’s capital is no exception. COST: $15 CONTACT: www.dcimprov.com

The Joy Formidable 9 p.m. WHERE: Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW METRO: U Street/AfricanAmerican War Memorial/ Cardozo (green and yellow lines) WHAT: This three-member Welsh band is joined by Grouplove and The Dig. Their album “A Balloon Called Moaning” belies their modest size with its powerful sound. COST: $10 CONTACT: www.blackcatdc.com

FRIDAY 12

SATURDAY 13

SUNDAY 14

Suicidal Tendencies 6 p.m. WHERE: 9:30 club, 815 V St. N.W. METRO: U Street/AfricanAmerican War Memorial/ Cardozo (green and yellow lines) WHAT: For fans of hardcore punk and its many variations, Suicidal Tendencies hardly needs an introduction. Formed in the ‘80s in California, the group quickly garnered a huge following along with substantial airplay. They’re joined by Underdog at the 9:30 club. COST: $25 CONTACT: www.930.com

The Metaphysical and Keenan Orr 9:30 p.m. WHERE: Rock and Roll Hotel, 1353 H St. NE METRO: Union Station (red line) WHAT: The Rock and Roll Hotel is celebrating Second Saturdays with DJs Keenan and Metaphysical. Their playlist includes remixed classic pop and electro ‘80s disco to keep you dancing. COST: Free (21 years and older) CONTACT: www.rockandrollhoteldc.com

Flurries – Regi Müller All day WHERE: The Phillips, Collection, 1600 21st St. NW METRO: Dupont Circle (red line) WHAT: As part of The Phillips Collection’s Intersections exhibition, Flurries by Regi Müller discovers the balance between order and chaos through the use of small, random sculptural pieces. COST: Free CONTACT: www.phillipscollection.org

9:30 Halloween features South Africans, men in drag, energetic Anberlin show By RACHEL SLATTERY Eagle Contributing Writer

It’s 10:30 in the morning on Sunday, Oct. 31 and aside from some roadies, there isn’t a soul outside D.C.’s 9:30 club save AU students Sophie Wilmot and her friend Tatianna Wiegand-Stuart waiting impatiently for the Anberlin show starting at 5:30 p.m. with openers Civil Twilight and Crash Kings. Wilmot, a huge Anberlin fan, said she was early to make rail. “They’re my favorite band,” she added. It may come as a surprise that someone who has only been a fan of the band for approximately four months could be so avid about something, but Wilmot unabashedly reveals that she “goes at things very intensely.” The moment she saw Anberlin play at the D.C. Chili Cook-Off this past summer, Sophie was hooked. “[It’s] their energy, mostly… I fell in love because they’re so good live.” Sophie said as she squinted in the glaring sunlight as several roadies donned Halloween costumes in preparation of getting into the Halloween spirit. When the doors opened at 4:30 p.m., that’s when some of the more crazed fan began

to show up to the sold-out show. There was Jasmine from Disney’s “Aladdin,” a butcher rabbit, a werewolf and even a deadmau5. Perhaps because of cultural differences, South African opener Civil Twilight were not in costume. Their energy, while entertaining, was not enough to keep their performance from feeling slow — their sound being somewhat a cross between Carolina Liar and Muse. Following Civil Twilight was Los Angeles-based Crash Kings, who shook things up by performing in drag with a sign onstage that renamed them “Crash Queens.” The Crash Kings had a more pop-y sound than Civil, with slight undertones of jazz and cabaret, turning the energy up and ending their set with a lively cover of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs.” Then, the lights went out and the five main members of Anberlin came on to the stage to an impressive light display. With white cloth bags over their heads with cut-out eye holes and sharpie-drawn mouths in allusion to the horror flick “The Strangers,” they opened their performance with “We Owe This To Ourselves,” a single from their new album “Dark is the Way, Light is a Place.” The crowd immediately

went insane, jumping up and down, fist pumping and screaming the lyrics to the song. The raw energy was palpable — lead singer Stephen Christian was all over the stage and rhythm guitarist Christian McAlhaney was particularly vivacious in his playing. The intensity picked up as Anberlin went into their next song “Paperthin Hymn,” where the crowd surfing and moshing began, something not frequently seen at their shows but revealed some of their roots in the hardcore scene. At one point, Stephen leapt from the stage to stand on top of a barricade, belting the song to the audience. The band ended their set with New Surrender’s “Feel Good Drag” — which holds the record as the longestcharting single in modern rock — before walking off and then promptly returning for an encore. Unexpectedly, during “*fin,” their encore song, singer Stephen Christian left the stage and the band soon followed, after carrying out the rest of the instruments. While the ending was abrupt, Anberlin’s high energy and pure talent made for a spectacular Halloween show. thescene@theeagleonline. com

MONDAY 15 Glasser 9 p.m. WHERE: Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW METRO: U Street/African-American War Memorial/Cardozo (green and yellow lines) WHAT: Glasser is joined by Twin Shadow to play off her latest album, “Ring,” an ambientelectronic collection of lovely tracks. COST: $12 CONTACT: www.blackcatdc.com RACHEL SLATTERY / THE EAGLE

TRICK OR TREAT — Hardcore band Anberlin played an energetic show at the 9:30 club, sporting masks from the movie “The Strangers.” The show drew enthusiastic reactions from the crowd.

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AU eld hockey captures eighth straight league title FIELD HOCKEY AU (17-3, 5-0): 6 Lafayette (9-10, 4-1): 2 WASHINGTON, D.C. By MARK NATALE

Eagle Contributing Writer The AU field hockey team won their eighth-straight Patriot League title with a League tournament record of 14 goals. The Eagles defeated Colgate University in the semifinal round 8-1, and Lafayette College in the final 6-2. AU secured home field advantage on Oct. 30 in a game also against Lafayette, winning 3-1, the Eagles were confident heading into the tournament this weekend. “The playoffs are a totally new second season and we were happy we were hosting,” Head Coach Steve Jennings said. “But we’re going to have to go out and defend our home turf and we were really determined and focused to come out and get the job done.” Colgate The Eagles opened the tournament on Nov. 5, taking on Colgate University and systematically broke its opponent down. After a second-minute goal scored by senior Christine Fingerhuth, the Eagle offense caught and fire and didn’t let up. AU dominated the pace of play, knocking 21 shots to Colgate’s one in the first half and hitting five goals into the box by the end of the first half. The second half was no different, with AU continuing to string passes together, led by Anne van Erp, who scored three more goals. The Eagles outshot Colgate 44 to

3 for the game. “We just got in really good scoring positions,” Jennings said. “We were aggressive and we just really wanted to make a statement and really get everybody on the back foot right away.” Lafayette In the final, the Eagles still laid the attack on early against the Leopards. AU got an early boost when junior Melissa Casale scored off a pass from Fingerhuth in the seventh minute of play. “We really wanted to make a statement in the first few minutes, so it was great that we immediately got a goal,” Casale said. “I think it was definitely a thing we built off of for the rest of the game.” Fingerhuth got her own goal minutes later, scoring on a deflection into the top shelf from a rocket of a shot from senior Kirstin Gebhart. While the offensive production waned for the remainder of the first half, the team knew that it needed to score again to get a safe lead. “We knew that 2-0 is the most dangerous score in field hockey,” Fingerhuth said. “So we knew we had to score another goal.” Freshman Lotte van de Mierop slipped a deflection off a Gina Hofmann shot past the goalkeeper, Kelsey Andersen, just over a minute into the second half. Lafayette’s Haley Keenan swept a shot past goalkeeper Hannah Weitzman to draw within two goals again until AU started to pound goals in.

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CELEBRATION — AU field hockey players celebrate during their 6-2 victory over Lafayette College in the Patriot League Tournament final. This is the Eagles’ eighth straight league title. Natalie Ellenberger started the rally in the 45th minute poking a loose ball in. Jenn Bradley drove down the baseline and snuck a shot past Andersen, and Hofmann slammed a shot in the net to round out AU’s scoring. “The goals were scored by multiple people,” Fingerhuth said. “So that shows that we were passing the ball really well and we gave everyone a chance.” AU outshot Lafayette, 198, and Fingerhuth was given the MVP honors of the tournament. Casale was the leading goal-scorer on the team with three in the tournament. The Eagles will play a NCAA play-in game against Kent State University at 1 p.m. on Tuesday Nov. 9th. sports@theeagleonline.com

AU comes away victorious over Randolph-Macon in exhibition By MICHAEL GARDNER Eagle Contributing Writer

After weeks of practice, the men’s basketball team took the court Thursday night and started their 2010-11 campaign by defeating the Randolph-Macon College Yellow Jackets 61-55 in the team’s lone exhibition game. “I don’t think we approached it in a different way,” Head Coach Jeff Jones said. “We knew it was a quality opponent, as you can see we wanted to win the game.” Junior Stephen Lumpkins helped establish the Eagles’ inside game in the early stages of the first half, scoring half of the Eagles’ points by the 10-minute mark.

Randolph-Macon, who entered the game ranked second in the nation for Division III schools according to D3hoops.com, attempted multiple jump shots to counter AU’s inside game. The Yellow Jackets were able to fight back once AU’s Vlad Moldoveanu was substituted for midway through the first half. Brandon Braxton carried the load for RandolphMacon as he shot 50 percent from the floor, scored eight points and kept the score close at 31-26 at the half. During halftime, Jones emphasized driving the ball and getting it down low against the Yellow Jacket man-toman defense, but despite shooting 34.6 percent in the first half, Randolph-Macon

capitalized on eleven second half turnovers by the Eagles. The Yellow Jackets continued to keep the game close at 38-37, with 9:41 remaining in the game. On the next two trips for the Eagles, back-to-back turnovers led to two dunks and RandolphMacon capped a 7-0 run by taking a one-point lead. “They’re a very good team; they were in the [Division III] Final Four last year,” Moldoveanu said. “It’s not like they’re a bad team. They made a run and I think we responded really well; last year would have been a different story.” Lumpkins, who had been stuck at seven points since !

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STARTING THE OFFENSE — Senior guard Steve Luptak looks to pass over an opponent in Thursday’s exhibition game.

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hitting a free throw to start the second half, helped spark a second half run for the Eagles. Troy Brewer hit a three-pointer, Moldoveanu made a jumper and Lumpkins added four points for a key 9-2 run that extended the Eagles’ lead to 53-45 with over three minutes remaining. “I think in the second half, we played better defense,” Jones said. “We were able to get more stops and we were able to play against more man-to-man defense. A combination of being better defensively and not settling for three’s, allowed us to shoot more free throws in the second half.” After the lead was cut to nine, the Yellow Jackets switched to a full court press and forced multiple turnovers. Randolph-Macon would convert on the offensive end, narrowing AU’s lead to 57-53 with less than two minutes remaining.

With 56 seconds left, the Yellow Jackets were looking to make it either a one or two point game, but Lumpkins came up with a big defensive steal for the Eagles. Steve Luptak made all four free throws down the stretch to secure AU’s 61-55 victory. Lumpkins and Moldoveanu ended the game with 16 points apiece and combined for 17 of the team’s 37 total rebounds. Moldoveanu also chipped in five assists. The Eagles will open regular season play Friday, Nov. 12, in Bender Arena against Saint Francis University.

Volleyball clinches top seed in tournament after back-to-back victories

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Holy Cross Magdalena Tekiel had 15 kills and Angelina Waterman added 14 as the Eagles defeated the Crusaders on Friday by scores of 25-17, 29-27 and 25-20. The victory increased AU’s streak of straight set victories to 11. AU had no trouble taking the first set, as the Eagles raced out to leads of 16-6 and 21-10. Back-to-back kills by

MEN’S BASKETBALL Final AU: 61 Randolph-Macon: 55

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The AU volleyball team defeated both the College of the Holy Cross and Army this weekend to improve to 12-0 in Patriot League play, extending their win streak to 19 games and clinching the top seed in the Patriot League Tournament.

Waterman and Tekiel ended a set in which the Crusaders never led at 25-17. In the second set, Holy Cross scored seven of the first eight points to jump out to a 7-1 lead. After the Eagles clawed back, a kill by Callie Black put Holy Cross ahead 20-17. The Crusaders had a chance to put AU away with a 25-24 lead, but two straight AU kills kept the Eagles alive. With the score knotted at 27 apiece, two consecutive Tekiel kills gave AU the 29-27 victory. The third set was also competitive, with the score tied at 12-12, 16-16 and 18-18. But then the Eagles broke away, scoring seven of the next nine points for the 2520 third set victory. !

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Women’s basketball prepares for season with easy exhibition win By SAMANTHA RAPHELSON

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While Tekiel and Waterman spearheaded the offensive attack, Deborah Frantz, Katerina Cinkova and Bianca Richardson paced the defense. Frantz registered 12 digs, while Cinkova and Richardson both added four block assists. Army Tekiel had a game-high 21 kills while Cassandra Ricketts added 17 as AU defeated secondplace Army on Saturday by scores of 25-23, 18-25, 25-20, 22-25 and 15-13 to clinch the Patriot League regular-season title. After trailing 10-4 in the opening set, AU scored the next six points, with a Tekiel service ace knotting the game at 10 apiece. With the score later tied 23-23, AU would notch the next two points for the 25-23 victory. The second set would have seven ties and three lead changes as the Black Knights tried to prevent a 2-0 deficit. With the game tied at 12, Army went on a key 5-0 run, as an ace from Kristina Keltner put the Black Knights ahead 17-12. Army would subsequently coast to a 25-18 victory. AU responded to its first set loss in 11 games by con-

trolling the third set. After jumping out to a 10-7 lead, the Eagles would not trail for the remainder of the set. After Army had pulled to within one at 14-13, the Black Knights would get no closer than two during the Eagles’ 25-20 win. Facing defeat, Army responded with a fourth set victory. With the Black Knights trailing 17-16, one of Fabiola Castro’s team-high 20 kills spurred Army to the set victory. Margaux Jarka registered two kills down the stretch as the Black Knights forced a fifth set with the 25-22 victory. The Eagles led 10-5 in the decisive fifth frame, but Army would continue to battle. The Black Knights would fight off three match points before eventually falling 15-13 to AU. Krysta Cicala paced the AU offense all weekend, as her 61 assists against Army gave her 90 for the weekend. With Tekiel and Ricketts leading the offense Saturday, Frantz led the defense with 18 digs while Juliana Crum and Ricketts added 15. Along with remaining undefeated in the Patriot League, the two wins improved AU’s overall record to 25-2. The Eagles will conclude their regular season with matches at Lehigh Univer-

sity on Friday, Nov. 12 and at Lafayette College on Saturday, Nov. 13. The Patriot League Tournament starts Saturday, Nov. 20. ttomea@theeagleonline. com

Behind a strong effort from Liz Leer and contributions from the bench, the AU women’s basketball team defeated the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Hawks 73-47 on Sunday in their only exhibition game of the season. Leer, the reigning first team All-Patriot League selection, totaled 14 points and shot 5 for 8 from the field, while Nicole Ryan scored 11 points. Michelle Kirk and Lisa Strack also each scored 10 points, making for a total of four players scoring in double figures. “I think that is going to be huge this year that we can have four players that can average double figures,” Leer said. “We have many upperclassmen that have a lot of experience and we also have some newcomers that are going to be very good for us.” AU opened up with an 8-0 lead early in the game with Tori Halvorsen scoring the first two points within seconds of the tip-off. The Eagles took advantage of free-throw

opportunities on IUP’s 12 personal fouls that allowed them to overcome defensive errors in the first half. By the end of the game, the Hawks had allowed 18 turnovers and had 15 total fouls. “Defense is the pride of the Eagles,” Leer said. “But to be honest our defense wasn’t as good as it should have been today.” IUP’s defense was nonexistent and their offense failed to come alive. At the end of the first half, they trailed AU by 10 points, 32-22. A three-pointer by Leer followed by another three from Ryan spurred a 20-5 Eagles run to start the second half. Ashley Yencho further extended the Eagles’ comfortable lead to 48-25 following a three-pointer with 14 minutes remaining. After Leer’s fourth foul during the second half, Coach Matt Corkery started to utilize his bench players. Sarah Kiely contributed six points, scoring two field goals to go along with two free throws. Coach Corkery said it was important during an exhibition game like this one, to give everyone on the team some playing time.

“Sarah Kiely did a nice job,” Coach Corkery said. “This is the first college action that she has ever seen and she was pretty opportunistic. She really stepped up and kind of kept us rolling right there.” Two players that also stepped up were Stephanie Anya, a sophomore, and Brooke Forsythe, a freshman. Both scored within the final four minutes of the game, followed by a shot from Strack that ended the contest at 7345 in AU’s favor. Both Coach Corkery and Leer said that they think the team has a lot of potential going into the season. As for today’s game, Coach Corkey said, “it was a great learning experience, but East Carolina is going to be a completely different animal.” The Eagles will start the regular season on Nov. 12 against East Carolina University. It will mark the beginning of the 2010-11 season after the Eagles fell in the Patriot League Championship last season. Despite the loss, the Eagles ended the season with a final record of 22-10 and 131 in the conference. sports@theeagleonline.com

Men’s soccer loses pivotal game By ERIC SALTZMAN

Eagle Contributing Writer In its regular season finale, AU men’s soccer lost 1-0 to Patriot League leading Colgate University Raiders. Colgate’s Steven Miller scored the lone goal of the match on a sliding shot with an assist from Jeff Leach. AU junior goalie Matt Makowski allowed the goal, but also contributed six saves. The goal broke the Eagles’ 268 minute scoreless streak. Colgate outshot the Eagles 15-9 and had 7 shots on goal compared to AU’s 2. The Eagles shot leaders included Alassane Kane, Jamie Davin and Mike Worden who each had two. AU played the last minute of the game down one play-

er after freshman midfielder Colin Seigfreid received a red card. Eli Dennis received a yellow card at the 70:46 mark. “A number of guys stepped up and competed tonight,” Head Coach Todd West told AU Athletics. “We are still searching for a total team effort, not only from the 11 on the field, but also the reserves. Colgate is a good side and deserves to host the Patriot League Tournament next weekend.” The Eagles finished with their first losing season since 2007, despite posting a winning record against Patriot League opponents. AU did not finish the year particularly strong, going 0-3-3 in its last six games. Eagles will still be competing in the Patriot League

tournament next weekend at Colgate. AU finished the year third in the conference. Statistically, AU was in the middle of the pack in most of the Patriot League’s offensive categories. They finished the regular season with 18 goals, 1.12 per game, which put them fourth out of eight teams in the conference. The Eagles finished the year averaging 14.33 shots per game, which was third in the conference. Defensively, AU was also mediocre. The team finished tied for fourth a with 1.00 goals against average. AU also finished fourth in the conference with five shutouts. The Eagles did not look like the most disciplined team throughout the year, as they finished

second in the conference with 215 fouls and second in yellow cards received with 23. This was the final regular season game for the team’s five seniors: Jamie Davin, Jon Freimark, Nick Kapus, David Menzie, and Mike Worden. In their time with the team, they have a regular season record of 30-3312 and are 14-8-6 in regular season PL games. The most notable mark on their resumes are the Patriot League regular season cochampions in 2008. Next weekend. the Eagles will travel back to Colgate for the Patriot League Tournament. AU will be the third seed in the tournament and will face second seeded Lehigh. sports@theeagleonline.com

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