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Fighting The Longwood Administration Since 1920
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November 24,1998
President's Forum, the Communication Breakdown and concerns about their campus. The issue that was brought An open forum for students up most frequently was the to voice their concerns to the communication between the college administration was administration and students. held in the Lankf ord Ballroom Many students announced on Wednesday, November 11, that they felt that their voice was not heard by adminat 6:15 p.m. The board of admin- istrators. One student existrators was composed of pressed concern for what he President Cormier, Rick saw as a lack of an "upward Hurley, Vice President of flow of information." He Administration and Finance, stated that students hear of Ken Kockensies, Director of the administration's deStudent Services, Norm cisions, but it was much Bregman, Vice President of harder for students' opinions Academic Affairs and Phyllis to reach the administration. Dr. Bregman explained that Mable, Vice President of Student Affairs. TimPierson, sometimes it was necessary to Dean of Students served as make decisions without the mediator. Student turnout students, and that the was high. Due to the high administration had to make attendence by students, mere decisions for the good of the were not enough seats for school, and explained, "you pay us to look out for you." everyone at the forum. Another student declared The forum began with a welcome address from Dr. that decisions were made and Cormier, and she assured the students were notified audience that the "college is afterwards. She believed that about the students," and the students should be involved purpose of the event was to in the decision making answer any questions that process from its first stages. Dr. Cormier expressed her students had. Many students had con- concern with the issue and cerns to address to the admin- promised to have a team of istration, such as the removal students created to improve of the Forensics team, campus the communication lines, and safety, the proposal to stop stated that "...communication electing Judicial Board mem- is everyone's business." The use of The Rotunda to bers and a desired support of the recycling program. At bring issues to student's one point the line of students attention was suggested, and waiting for a chance to speak Steve Stratton, SGA President, extended to the front door of stated that the SGA has the ballroom. Many issues already begun work on were brought to the attention creating a web page, as well of the administration, as as student notification by estudents voiced their opinions mail. Dr. Cormier also MEGAN BLACK Staff Writer
promised that a copy of Longwood's "Strategic Plan" would be placed in the library so that students would be more informed about the changes planned for our college. In response to the task force organized by the state of Virginia to curb underage and
President Cormier held an open forum on November 11. binge drinking Longwood has begun to work closely with the Town of Farmville police to address the problem. Students voiced concerns with what they saw as excessive rules about alcohol consumption. Those of legal drinking age felt that their rights were being denied and that by removing safe drinking environments on campus, students were being placed in potentially dangerous situations off campus. One student stated mat rules will not stop consumption of
alcohol, but destroy social situations and increase binge drinking. Dr. Cormier agreed that these were valid concerns, stating "we all know what prohibition did," and agreed to look into reinstalling Senior night at the Cafe, as well as the BiergartenatOktoberfest She assured students that their concerns did not go unheard, and promised to "look at this again and give some latitude to those of legal drinking age." Students raised the question of how the administration had the right to dictate where students may and may not go off of campus. Ken Rockensies explained that the college had a "scope of authority," and had a responsibility to protect Longwood's "learning environment." Dr. Cormier stated that "certain off-campus sites have notoriously been a problem," and the college has a responsibility tothe community as well as its students. She explained that athletes were unable to visit certain locations because they have a tremendous amount of rules they must follow as representatives of the college. She summarized her view on this topic and said, "you play, you pay." She offered an option to students who disagreed with the decision and declared, "the choice you have is not to come here." Another concern of students was the suggestion by Ken Rockensies, Director of Student Services, that
elections for Judicial Board be eliminated. His proposal was that the previous Judicial Board would select the one to follow, as he felt that Judicial Board elections were often "popularity contests," and that this proposed screening process would enhance the effectiveness of the board. Students were distressed by this, not only because they were not involved in the decision making; but that they felt they had a right to choose the people who would judge them should they have to come before the board. A reoccurring concern was the loss of tile Forensics team. Dr. Bregman explained that the Forensics director. Bill Fiege, was cut to make room for another position in the Theater Department, which is a program mat offers a degree and is understaffed. Student concerns were based on the problems this would cause for the team, which would be made into a club. Forensics achieved a national ranking, and provided students with valuable opportunities and skills, as well as giving positive publicity to the college. The members of the team were also upset that they were not included in the discussion to end the team, however Dr. Bregman insisted that the "Institution was much better served" by this change, and that this "was not not a matter to be brought to students." Members of the team itself, however, and many other
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EDITORIAL Mixed Opinions About Forum Action in Recycling On November ! 1 th, President Cormier hosted an open forum in Lankford Student Union for student! to express their concerns about issues surrounding Longwood. The forum sponsored by the Student Government Association also included a number of other administrators such as Norman Bregman, Vice-President of Academic Affairs; Phyllis Mable, Vice-President of Student Affairs; Rick Hurley, Vice-President of Administration and Finance; Ken Rockensies, Director of Student Services; and Rob Key, Director of Facilities Management Many students did not know that other administrators would also be answering their questions, and were surprised to see a panel of people instead of just Dr. Cormier. The forum was packed with students who were ready to voice their concerns about the Forensics Team, on-campus parking problems, off-campus parties, and alcohol issues. Students brought up many excellent questions, but became frustrated when some administrators began to avoid answering their questions directly. It took several students to ask about the future of the Forensics team before the answer that Bill Fiege, director of the program, would not be returning to teach next school year was finally stated. This led some students to believe that they were wasting their time attending the forum because their questions were not being fully answered by "the powers that be." Open forums are a good idea to have, but the purpose of them should be to have honest, direct communication between the students and administrative staff. If students take the time to show up and speak at a forum about problems they are concerned about, the administration should take these concerns seriously and give the students straight answers.
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KR1STENA. INGRAM Layout Manager Being a first year student I find myself being at a disadvantage when it comes to being informed about clubs and organizations that are on campus. I am very fortunate that in the process of gathering information for this commentary, I was educated on the recycling groups that are found on campus. In hopes of discovering more information on recycling, I sent e-mails to the people on campus who are responsible for recycling. Some of my leads were dead-ends, while others proved to be very helpful. Ed Bell was able to give me the strategic plan for the recycling of the future. He informed me of where the recycling bins were located, who is responsible for them, and how they are collected. One piece of information that I was unaware of is that Longwood works with the STEPS program of Farm ville. STEPS is a work program for developmentally challenged individuals according to Bell. Longwood pays STEPS to process the materials that we recycle. My most interesting research was done in a personal interview with members of the Conservation Council. In talking with the representatives, I revealed that I was going to write a commentary about bow students need to be more aware of the recycling availability that exists on campus. At this point one of the representatives expressed his disapproval for my topic. I was shocked that he did not like my angle, until he explained that awareness shows no direct action. The more I thought alout this, the more I realized that the representative's insight was very true. I think it is fair to say that we are all aware of conservation and the advantages that it offers to the environment However, conservation awareness does not mean that people practice conservation. I strongly believe that it is our duty as inhabitants of the Earth to not only treat her with respect
but to put as much work into keeping her clean for the inhabitants of the future. Recycling takes as much effort as it takes to toss an aluminum can into a recycle bin. We can all help and it only takes minimal effort to do so. Other ways to conserve and protect the natural environment range from using lemon juke and baking soda as cleaners instead of Clorox bleach and cutting back the amount of beef that you eat ina week. The Conservation Council's mission statement is to promote a comprehensive permanent recycling program. This means making Longwood a campus that we can be proud of, a campus that has made an environmental commitment But to establish this goal, it requires the participation of the student body: the entire student body! We all live on this Earth and that is the one thing that each and every person has in common. It seems hard to comprehend that every single person in the world could have the exact thing in common, but it is very true. It makes conservation all the more important because conservation will allow us to enjoy having this in common. A few minor tips to keep in mind when recycling is to make sure all liquids and food items stay out of the recycling bins. Any thing other than the recyclable product that goes into the bins has to be handpicked out of the bins. Even if you are not an active recycler, please have respect for those who are by not discarding unnecessary items in the specially marked recycling containers. The main goal for the future should be to want conservation to become a part of our everyday li ves. Members of the Conservation Council stress that students participate in recycling, and also remember that anyone that recycles and conserves is a part of this organization. For more information on conservation and recycling you can reach members of the Conservation Council at: t9juno.com.
OPINION
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mu # "The Activist" is your outlet for battling social injustice and things that suck. This is your chance to do something about societal evils, instead of just whining about them. So speak up and act up. Because if you're notmad, you're not paying attention. E-mail activist ideas to ckahn@longwoodlwcedu.
Wal-Mart, the One Stop Monopoly MELANIE BARKER Opinion Editor I used to be a Wal-Mart shopper. . . or Sprawl-Mart shopper as some are beginning to call it. . . until I realized the negative impact that the Big Box has on the community. I will be the first to admit that I loath Farmville, but I do respect the small-town environment, which Wal-Mart threatens every time it constructs another generic, onestop buying store. Many may dismiss the smalltown ideal as a thing of the past, a worthwhile sacrifice to the convenience and low prices of Wally-World. I, however, would like to hold on to the laid-back way of life in which I've grown up. Luckily, I'm not the only one who feels this way. As Wal-Mart continues to grow, citizens of small and large towns alike are growing uneasy about the intimidating presence of Wal-Mart and Super WalMarts. With Wal-Mart setting out to accomplish its goal of one store every 40 miles, articles are appearing in numerous newspapers and magazines discussing the crippling effect the store has on the community. Especially communities like Farmville. In the article, "Eight Ways to Stop the Store: Up Against WalMart," Albert Norman writes, "the Arkansas mega-retailer hat emerged as the main threat to Main Street, U.S.A. Economic impact studies in Iowa, Massachusetts, and elsewhere suggest that Wal-Mart's gains are largely captured from other merchants. Wal-Mathematicians
only know how to add. They never talk about the jobs they destroy, the vacant retail space they create, or their impact on commercial property values. . . Except for one high school scholarship per year, Wal-Mart gives very little back to the community.'' Ironically, Wal-Mart began
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Ad by giovanni Alluisi with small-town ideals in mind. Sam Walton, who was known for being a "regular guy," created Wal-Mart with the idea of maintaining the same small-town values that kept him driving an old truck and meeting with friends in the local coffee shop. After Walton's death in 1991, the company began to change as David Glass took over. In the article, "The Wal-Mart Annual Meeting: From SmallTown America to a Global Corporate Culture" Mary Jo Schneider, a Wal-Mart shareholder for the past 20 years, writes, "Walton's successor, David Glass, lacks Walton's charisma. Glass is dry and
dispassionate, and not afraid of change. Since Walton's death, Glass has raised Wal-Mart's long term debt from $1.7 billion to $8.5 billion. He has closed traditional Wal-Mart stores and ambitiously expanded overseas, even though the company's International Division has yet to prove profitable." Written in Fall of 1998, the article, which can be found in Human Organization, depicts the mutation of Sam Walton's philosophies. The strikes against Wal-Mart extend beyond the destruction of the small town community. Despite the heavy environmental campaign, Wal-Mart remains one of Farm ville's biggest polluters as waste from the parking lot heads into the Chesapeake Bay because of an unfinished buffer wall. Many conscientious citizens were also upset that only 10 to IS of Super Wal-Mart's 300+ employees were full time, leaving the majority of the rest to fish for second jobs in order to support themselves and family. However, because Farmville is, well, Farmville, the idea of damaging Main Street was the main concemfor residents. Those who have been around since Super Wal-Mart's opening day have noticed the changes in storefronts since it came to town. With Wal-Mart reigning as the # 1 store for students and townies these who wish to preserve the rural lifestyle bold their breath hoping the damage to the smalltown community will be minimal
1. To WCLX for keeping the Happy Harry Hard-On legacy in good judgment (except for the AKINYELLE Put it in Your Mouth selection). 2. To Aramark and the Dining Hall student employees for an excellently done Thanksgiving dinner that even included "real" mashed potatoes. 3. To Peer Helpers for the continued tradition of the Christmas Angel Tree that allows students to give something back to the community. 4. To the administration for actually having a Presidential Forum for students to express their concerns. 5. To the Java Hut for opening student eyes to international opportunities through the Peace Corps.
J)R9U 0 1. To Norman Sregman for his rhetorical inexactitudes at President Cormier's Forum. 2. To professors who are scheduling exams and quizes for the day before and after our Thanksgiving holiday. 3. To the Board of Administrators at the Presidential Forum for sending the students in circles with their responses, or lack of responses. 4. To Campus Police for the lack of safety lighting and extenuating the feel of fear around campus. 5. To Facilities Management for the irregular regulation of heating around campus.
Send your Props and Drops to npagano @ longwood. Iwc. edu.
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NEWS Health Center Gives HIV Tests
ALLYSON BLAKE New* Editor During recent years students have wondered why Student Health did not have confidential AIDS testing Now that confidential testing is available, students wonder at the change. Pam Higgins, Director of Student Health, says it was a matter of privacy. Higgins stated, "If we did the testing here ourselves, it would have to go on the Student Health Record and we did not want to put that on there. That is why we asked the Health Department to cone and they came." The Prince Edward County Public Health Department visited
the campus and held two clinics, one Tuesday, November 10th, and one on Monday, November 16th. They were organized by Carolyn Gills, R.N. of Student Health, and Candy Dunn a nurse from the Health Department. Both clinics had high attendance and were very successful. "We had a total of 60 people come to the testing and we are now planning to have 3 or 4 clinics next spring,'' Gills said, "Besides the Prince Edward County Public Health Department, there are also many other testing sites throughout Virginia that offer confidential AIDS testing and some even offer anonymous AIDS testing.''
The difference between the testing is that anonymous AIDS testing is when a person is given an assigned number which is placed on your blood. If the number is lost, the test results will not be given out. Confidential AIDS testing is a little bit different because coded numbers are given and people must give their names and social security numbers to the Health Department For most students, the act of taking an AIDS test is both threatening and frightful. Although it is a shame that Student Health can not administer confidential AIDS testing, students were glad that a safe alternative was given.
Follow Up: Longwood to Have 5,000 Students by 2007 JENNIFER SHEPPARD Staff Writer
wood is allowing an additional 125 students to live off-campus, bringing the total to 240. Longwood's plan to increase Another issue students threw enrollment from 3,340 students at the panel of administrators to 5,000 by the year 2007 has during the open forum was many students worried about the parking. Students, as a whole, effects on already limited agreed that the parking at resources. President Cormier Longwood is inadequate and plans for an additional 30 ridiculous. The students were students to enroll next year; SO concerned that with the the following year and so on for expansion of the college there the subsequent 10 years until would be even less parking Longwood's enrollment peaks at spaces on campus. The panel 5000 students. As she stated in tried, unsuccessfully, to calm the this month's open forum, "...this students by stating that a new should not provide any-dramatic parking lot on the corner of changes for the school.'' Griffin Street and School Street This year, as many students would be added before students have noticed, 50 more freshmen returned from break in January. arrived in August than expected, With an increase in enrollment forcing many students into by 2007, President Cormier temporary housing. As of assured students that there would November, there were still be many positive changes students living in temporary occurring around campus. She housing. plans to have a renovation of "We don't have room for the Jarman auditorium, new surplus freshman this year, how acoustics in Wygal, and a new are we supposed to have room for science building. 30 more next year?" commented One more question asked by Joelle Sines. students was, "Will Longwood One remedy that has been College be renamed Longwood discussed is a change in the off- University with the increase in campus housing policy. During enrollment?" As cheers came the 1999 fall semester. Long- from the audience, the panel
reassured students that Longwood College would remain Longwood College. Although, there is still a large gray area concerning the new plans for Longwood College when the enrollment is increased to 5,000 students should rest assured that President Cormier and the administration have nothing but positive changes for the college when 2007 finally rolls around.
Longwood Center for the Visual Arts Activities Press Release Do you like to look at art? Do you collect art? Did you know that all Longwood students are members of the Center for the Visual Arts? Do you know where the center is locate^? (On the corner of Main and Third Streets, about a five minute walk from campus.) Even if you are not a collector or are not familiar with art, you should still drop by and become acquainted with its exhibitions and programs. There are several interesting exhibitions and activities going on now through December. The Made in Virginia Holiday Craft Show will be on view through January 16th, 1999 in the Bishop Gallery. This show is a great opportunity to purchase one-of-
The Mo ton Project is on display through January 1999. The Moton Project is a collection of artifacts from parents, students, and friends from Moton High School, the school is famous for its part in the landmark decision by the Supreme Court case. Brown v. the Board of Education. Ron Hill, a student intern, is available most mornings to answer questions and to provide an orientation of the exhibitions. LCVA also offers several volunteer programs. One of the two primary volunteer programs is the Art for Children at Risk, which provides elementary school children who display anger or violent behavior with a structured art experience. The program also helps in the
a-kind Christmas gifts. Students get a 10% discount on the items purchased at Made in Virginia. In the Sully Gallery, photographs by O. Winston Link are displayed. O. Winston Link has been called the greatest of railway photographers. His photographs depict rural life in western Virginia and the Norfolk Southern Line in the 1950's. The Highbridge Railroad Club also has a large and interesting train display that includes historic Farmville and Prince Edward County sites.
development of the child's social skills, accurate observance, and goal setting skills. Volunteers are needed to attend the weekly classes to work alongside the children as mentors and role models. The second program, Art Print Volunteer is a program that uses large scale reproductions of work to teach children how to look at art Volunteers adopt a class in a public school and visit it monthly, directing the students. If you have any questions, contact the LCVA at 395-2206.
Time and Preparation Required for Graduate School HEIDI HALES Staff Writer Graduate school is the last thing a freshman thinks about, but according to Androniki Fallis, Director of the Career Center, that is when the process begins. This does not necessarily mean that you are searching for a school, but it is good to keep the thought of graduate school in the back of your mind. This way you have the incentive to keep a wellestablished grade point average and begin to create relationships with faculty and staff members. However, when senior year rolls around, you have a pretty good idea if you want to attend
BREAKDOWN Continued p. 1 students, however, disagreed, and felt that they had a right be involved in the discussion, as they were the ones affected by me change. Several students asked the administration for support in the recycling efforts on campus, and asked for money for recycling containers for different materials.The ad-ministrators expressed con-cern with the interest of incoming freshman in the program, and stated that they had no way of telling if they would feel as strongly about the environment as present students. Students explained that they felt that as an institution of higher learning, Longwood should set an example by expecting students to recycle. Dr. Cormier personally expressed a "Direct commitment to address the recycling program," and later asked students to do their own part by not disposing of cigarette butts in flowerpots. Parking, a common corn-plaint, was also addressed. Students asked how tickets could be issued, and cars towed, whan the college bad oversold parking decaU, selling more stickers then there wen available spots. The adnunistraDon aduutted that "We did oversell,'" however staled that the numbers were deceptive because students often bought more than one decal Students also felt that the parking situations were unsafe due to the location of the lota. They raised concerns about poor Ugbtingcon-dibons, especially in these remote areas where
graduate school or enter corporate America. According to Fallis, if one decides they want to pursue graduate school, there are certain questions that one must ask. A few to begin with are: Why do you want to go? How would graduate school enhance your career profession? Can you afford h? Fallis suggests making a list of all of the qualities you are looking for in a graduate school. Some examples are: cost, requirements, location, size, school reputation, and reputation of the program. The list may vary according to what you are looking for, but it is easier if you prioristudents must park. Rick Hurley responded to the concerns and stated that the lighting "Is not as bad as students might think." A request was also raised for more emergency phones, and that the school provide a blue light to make the phones more visible. Rick Hurley explained that the blue lights were "...inexpensive to put in," and that tbey were working on installing more phones around campus. Another safety issue that was raised was why students were not informed of the three rapes that had happened this semester involving Longwood students. The administration assured the audience that situations which endanger students are reported to the campus community. Students questioned how rape was not considered a dangerous situation, and why the town police were able to get reports of "drunk in publics" to the college, while ignoring rape charges. It was assured that all police reports in town involving students would be faxed directly to the college. Another student expressed concern about the decision to stop December graduation ceremonies after this year. She wondered why students were not consulted, and why the students who attended before the decision was reached would not be able to participate ma ceremony with their class. Dr. Bregmaa replied that "...this was one where we did consult" students, and explained that the sopb-omnre, junior and senior class Presidents were present during the dsscussjoo. He also declared that the issue had beea researched and because
tize the list starting with the factor that is most important to you. After the list, a good thing to
do would be to chose a school. One should make a list of about most students live in Virginia, "..it was not a hardship to come back in May." Dr. Bregman announced that the school cannot "have a graduation for three to five people," and that there is no way to "meet every student's needs." The open forum ended with Dr. Cormier's assurance that the student concerns were heard, and that there would be an effort from the administration to increase communication with stu-dents. Students hoped that this meant
10 schools and then narrow it down to about 4 or 5 schools. Write the schools for information, then choose the top three to apply to. When applying, it is a smart idea to make a copy of all of the information that needs to be filled out This way one can practice writing the application and perfecting the essays. As a freshman, it is important to have started cultivating relationships with faculty. This way when you need references for your applications these professors can write gleaming references because they know you. Test scores are also important Many (not all) universities take that the administration was going to change and allow student input in decisions affecting their everyday life, and that they saw the consequences of not respecting and attending to student concerns. Dr. Cormier suggested another forum in February to discuss the progress made in addressing students' con-cerns and implementing change on our campus.
Campus Crime Not Reported MELISSA GILL"" Asst. Layout Manager The November 7th issue of The Farmville Herald reported that on October 26,1998, someone was robbed and beaten at 2:36 p.m. right in front of the Lancaster building on Pine Street. Jewelry and money were taken from the victim. The victime is still recovering. Two Prince Edward men were charged in connection with the robbery, and one Longwood student was charged with receiving stolen property in connection with the October 26th mtidcat. One of the men charged was also connected with * 1997 charge of nswnei m the second oYgine of a Buckingham store-owner. Another concern over the robbery is that the men charged wÂŤre not residents of the campus. Sophomore Alhson Bevcriey said, "If people who nve off campus are commiting crimes on
campus in broad daylight, that should tell us something about the security here. I think that something needs to be done." This incident along with the rape situations that were brought up at the forum have caused concern over safety on the campus. Jennifer Ballard, also a sophomore, was very concerned about the safety of the campus. "How safe am I supposed to feel knowing that a person has gotten beaten up and robbed and I haven't even been told about k, much less warned These offesders could be lurking anywhere, especially in the dark shadowy places on campus." There was also nubias said shout the besting and robbery on October 26th. la the past, students were informed usually via e-mau of asry disruption or crime on campus But so far, there have been ao meraos on this. This brings up an interesting question Do we have to read The Farmville Herald in order to get information on our own campus ?
the Graduate Record Examination (ORE) into account. This exam tests the student's ability to reason, draw conclusions, comprehend what they read, and how they see relationships. These are all qualities that graduate schools look for in a program candidate. One needs to sit down and evaluate the future. If you plan to attend graduate school, it is beat for you to get on the ball, start searching, and making lists. Researching will always benefit you and once you prioritize what you want to do in your life, your life will be a little easier.
Longwood Crime Statistics ALLYSON BLAKE News Editor
There have been many crimes committed on or around Longwood College since the fall semester began. Chief of Police James Huskey supplied The Rotunda with a detailed report of the crimes committed. Names, of course, were not released. Crimes under investigation: Vandalism on Redford St, two incidents at the golf course, Curry, Ruffner, larceny at Bristow lot, and the Cunninghams, Curry, Madison St., Blackwell Dining Hall, harrassment in Cunningham, hit-and-run in the Frazer and Hull lots, threatening or harrassing phone calls in Cox and the Cunninghams. Charges that have been cleared: Missing person from Curry, disorderly conduct in Wheeler, threatening bodily harm ia Wheeler, fire in French, sexual battery in the Cunninghams, a fight iaStnbbs Crimes that have keen charge* Five drunk in pabbc charges (DD^, two Driving under the influence (DUI). two possession of drugs, two underage possessions, disorderly conduct ia Lancer Gym, and one eluding police on Redford St
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BS9 By MELAN1E BARKER Opinion Editor
Don't be surprised if you see some familiar faces when attending a BS9 show. Five of the six members of Hard Left also play in BS9, which formed in the spring of 1998 as Phi Kappa Tau searched for a band to play their annual Buzzfest. The search ended when fraternity brothers Rob Blankenship and Preston Bousman decided to put something of their own together. Blankenship and Bousman quickly enlisted Jeff Kent, Greg McCarney, Christopher Dillon, Todd Naumann, Todd Tinsley, Thomas Sisson, Andy Brock, and Rick Neller to play the April Buzzfest show. Despite the success of Buzzfest, BS9 played no more shows during the Spring. However, unwilling to drop the
idea of the band, Blankenship, with the help of McCarney, sent out newsletters to the band members over the summer reminding them of what they would be returning to. Among the mailing of the summer newsletters, Ben Tufts was added to play bass. Neller would eventually leave the band, with Rob Romich taking his place. Pans of BS9 would definitely describe the band as "fun," a main goal of the members. With covers of "Jungle Boogie," "Down Under," "Jesse's Girl." and numerous other familiar songs, BS9 remains accessible to fans looking for a good time. Fans, however, aren't the only ones enjoying the show. The expressions of the band members during BS9 performances definitely add to the band's appeal. "If Primus [an influence on
Tufts's music] has taught me not to take myself too seriously, then BS9 has taught me not to take myself seriously at all," said Tufts. Although BS9 performs many covers from the 70s and 80s, they should not be dismissed as a mere cover band. Each cover they perform has some BS9 twist to it. For example, Blankenship threw out the keyboard parts in "Jesse's Girl" and replaced them with horn parts. BS9 is not limited to cover songs either. Currently they're working on, and even performing a few originals like "Remember," and "The Twinkie Experiment" (attend a show for the explanation on this one). With four shows out of the way for this semester alone, BS9 are destined to be around for your enjoyment in the spring.
1997, Hard Left played their first show during Oktoberfest as the opener for Fighting Gravity. After the success of the Oktoberfest show, the band played old school R&B, jazz, funk, reggae, and fusion covers elsewhere throughout the campus; however, more band changes were quickly approaching. Bousman left the band to pursue other interests, leaving Tufts to take Bousman's place at the drums. To replace the sounds of the vibraphone, Christopher Dillon was added in spring 1998 on keyboard. These band changes led to variations in the music. Hard Left began playing more original songs, a concept that sat well with both fans and band members. "I've had the most fun playing this semester. For some reason I've really
into it. The first few semesters I worried a lot about doing the covers justice," said Naumann. Taylor, who had been with the band from the beginning, left Longwood in May of 1998 leaving Hard Left without a bassist. Knowing that he would not be able to find anyone who could interpret and play the bass lines like Taylor, Tufts once again switched instruments. With no one left to play drums, Bryan Sheetz was recruited to fill the void. With Sheetz came Rob Romich on trumpet to add a contrast to Sisson's tenor saxophone. With the members finally in place. Hard Left continued with performances in Fall of 1998. Although no more performances are scheduled, avid Hard Left fans hope that they' 11 be able to hear more shows next semester.
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BS9 performs on Halloween. Photo by Melanie Barker.
Hard Left By MELAN1E BARKER OpinionEduor
Unless you're personal friends with the band members, you probably don't realize the complex history of what is now called Hard Left. The beginnings of Hard Left emerged in spring 1996 with Ben Tufts, Preston Bousman, and Matt Taylor, former members of Kid Vibe, another band delivered from the womb of Longwood. As Kid Vibe dissolved with the absence of vocalist Korey Hubbard (he transferred), Tufts, Bousman, and Taylor still had the urge to play. In fall of 1997, the three began searching for more band members and more material. Unable to imagine anyone else singing vocals, the three decided to take the instrumental route. Tufts recruited Todd Naumann, an old high school friend and future Longwood student, to play guitar for the band, replacing Tufts, who switched to vibraphones and percussion. Taylor remained with the bass with Bousman on drums. Thomas Sisson was added to tenor saxophone. Shortly after the new members came together in August
Ben Tufts. Photo by Julie Mapp
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Todd Naumann. Photo by Julie Mapp
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Tomato Love Apple This is a result of the lack of places to play in Lynchburg and crowds who are often very unI joined Tomato Love Apple in responsive to the music. 1996 when I was a senior in high One place that we enjoy playschool. I had replaced the previ- ing is Norfolk. This is Zack's ous bassist due to conflicts in the favorite place to play. "It is a lot band. This lineup consisted of of fun to play in Norfolk. The Brandon Atkinson, Zack Fielder, crowd there is really cool. They and me. I had never played bass are actually there to listen to the before in my life until the first music. They are way more renight we had practice. We learned sponsive there." a handful of songs in a few weeks. Personally, my favorite show By my third week in the band, we was our most recent show in had our first show in a bar in Boone, North Carolina. We Roanoke. played at Appalachian State After playing a few more local with a band called Agent Ink. shows, we recorded and released The show was excellent and our first demo titled The Subtrac- both bands played great! tion Faction which contained One of the main questions the four of our songs. band is asked is: Where did the In January of this year Brian name come from? It was actuAtkinson entered the band after ally conceived before the band. previous attempts to lure him in. Brandon explains it the best. With the new sound from Brian, "About 3 or 4 years ago , my the band began to play more girlfriend Jennie wrote down shows. three Chinese characters from a After a while, there was a mu- book which translated to tomato tual feeling among the members love apple. I thought it was that the hometown (Lynchburg) cool." shows were not as welcoming as Another question is: What do they should be. you sound like? Brian gives the Brandon says it the best, "I like best analogy on sound, "Put a to play anywhere out of town. Out few influences (Toadies, Sonic of town crowds are cool." Youth, Smashing Pumpkins, By MELISSA GILL Assistant Layout Manager
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Brief History of Longwood Bands MELANIE BARKER Opinion Editor Note: Ben Tufts sent this information to me. Definitely interesting and relevant, I'm passing on the information. He-Goat This is as far back as Ben could remember. Sounding a lot like Jesus Lizard, they broke up before Tufts started school here.The members U names are unknown.
Seven Chinese Brothers This band was founded by Kevin Donovan (Fu), who played guitars, vox, and keyboard. SCB included Joe Peterfesso (bass, calculus); Ben Tufts (drums); and many others. According to Ben there were different people playing in the band every time SCB
performed. Beginning in 1992, the group disbanded in 1995. J'annt This band started around 1992 and ended in 1995. Ben, who played drums in the band, described J'aunt as "a weird experimental prog/metal/jazz/ funk/anomaly." 'odd Naumann played guitar in the band with T.L. Smoot on bass.
Knight & Bhula Ben heard about Knight & Bhula sooa after his arrival to Longwood in 1994. At the time Scott Knight and Nayan Bhula, who both played acoustic guitars and sang, were the first two people to make an effort to put live music in the college community: Ben gives Nayan the credit for starting the music scene at Longwood.
Pixies, and The Cure) into a blender. Listen more to the hum of the blender motor than to the music inside." Brandon added. We play melodious punk rock." Currently, Tomato Love Apple is finishing up their CD Aerodynamical which will be released sometime after Christmas (hopefully early January). If you want information on the band, show dates, pictures, or sound clips, you can find our homepage at www.angelfire.com/bis/ tomatoloveapple.
First Floor By MELANIE BARKER Opinion Editor The beginnings of college bands prove the be a phenomenon equivalent to that of Stone Henge or Spontaneous Combustion. The beginning of First Floor falls into this. The history of the band seems to revolve around chance, making it all the more interesting. Pestered by his mother to attend college, Mike Jarvis recounts how he opened a book, closed his eyes, and randomly selected Longwood as the school he would attend to make bis mom happy. After selecting his choice, he convinced high school friend Scott Hopson to attend as well. Once at Longwood, Jarvis and Hopson met Marc Gregory in a situation many men dream about: singing and playing bis
acoustic guitar while surrounded by numerous women. Realizing their competition, Jarvis and Hopson attempted to combine forces and succeeded. With music being an obvious common interest, the three began looking for a bass player and drummer for the band. They're search, however, was unsuccessful. However, chance once again stepped in when Jarvis, Hopson, and Gregory sang at a friend's birthday on the third floor of Tabb, where they met Mike Preston who would become the bass player for the band. At another performance, this time at the Coffee House, the four met Clay Wray, who inquired about the status of a drummer. After a successful audition on a less than desirable drum kit, Wray was
brought in as drummer for First Floor. At the end of Spring 1998 the five decided to continue with the band. They began writing better songs and collectively purchased equipment necessary for the band. Unlike Hard Left, First Floor define themselves as a vocal band, and pride themselves on the collective work they do when writing their material, or the band. -"We all have so much input and freedom in the music. It is all a group effort."
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Mr TIM at tMgiMt TIM Rmw«r «f tht UMirgnart Disclaimer: This section is purely satirical to accommodate those cynical Longwood students or people with a sense of humor. While the "fact" of the ■tones are not literal, they may reveal a greater "truth.* Get it? Got it? Good. —The Warden
LONGWOOD ADMINISTRATION USURPED BY STUDENT BODY MELANIE BARKER Recovtring Heroin Addict All eyes turned from the crisis in Iraq to Lancaster Monday, November 23 as members of the student body overthrew the Longwood administration. "We've been silent and apathetic long enough!" Exclaimed junior, giovanni Alluisi. "If s time they start listening to us." Alluisi, the mastermind behind the coup (and The Usurper, which is not out yet because of the time he invested in the planning behind the attack on Lancaster), assembled over 3,000 students on the Wheeler and Lancaster lawns to
support the bloodless revolution. The rally to support the coup began with speeches from student representatives, followed by live bands, and 19 kegs for students of legal drinking age. These students proudly watched as Alluisi and his motley crew usurped Longwood's reigning administrative body. "We're supporting him [Alluisi] because we just don't feel like the administration is listening to us. We pay the tuition to go here. We're paying their salary. We're buying their underwear for Christ's sake, and we're being ignored!" yelled irate Alluisi supporter, Super-Johnny.
"Their forums aren't enough. They've held them before and they just end up running us around in circles," added Michael Young. For a community that has resided in complacency for years, the spirit of revolution has been quickly welcomed. Former administrators are surprised to find themselves out of Lancaster. Students, however, felt it coming. "This is what happens when you take away the rights of the people," said political analyst Frijole Jones.
Movie Review: He Got Game EDEN MILLER WebMaster The opening scene of Spike Lee's He Got Game consists of a montage of elegant shots of people playing basketball in various locations, from suburban driveways to inner city parks. It's a great beginning sequence, filled with hope and beauty. However, the movie fails to live up to the promise of the its amazing introduction. The movie begins with an imprisoned Jake Shuttle worth (the always wonderful Denzel Washington) playing basketball. Jake, we find out shortly, is the father of the nation's top high school basketball player, Jesus Shuttle worth (Ray Allea. a reallife basketball player). As a senior. Jesus is being courted by numerous universities, including the Governor's alma maker. Big State In aa obvious plot device, Jake is offered a deal-bell have oae week to get his SOB to chose Big Stale, and the Governor will let
him out of his life sentence early. He Got Game's largest weakness is the fact it tries to be too many things at once-a movie about morality in the world of sports, a serious movie about
basketball, aad what the movie snoukrVe been, about a family. Instead, Spike Lee draws in extraneous issues that detract from the true plot of the movie, la one poiatJees sequence, Jesus is told about me decadence that awaits him ia the world of sports. While well directed, it has no consequence oa any of the character's actions or even the outcome of the film. He Got
Game is scattered with these, and they almost completely derail the movie. There is enough about He Got Game that diverts the viewer's interest from the failings of the plot, however.. Its nonlinear structure, consisting of quick cuts to flashbacks and related scenes, would normally make a film frenzied and confusing, but here, it works. The performances from Oscar-winner Washington and newcomer Allen are believable, and their interaction is intense. Unfortunately, these are not enough to make the movie into more than it is. Ultimately, the only message He Got Game projects is that Americans have lost sight of what sports are about, the joy of the game. But its something that most everyone knows already, and the conveyance of this overshadows what is at the heart at this film-the rebuilding of a relationship between a father and son. over basketball.
Next Issue: The Usurper usurped by Johnny-Plant Sororities Have Epiphany 'Oh My God! These Jumpers Really Are Ugly!" Band BS9 Attacked By Radical-Leftist Feminists
Greek Spotlight: Alpha Sigma Tau JENNIFER BARNES StaffWriter Alpha Sigma Tau was founded at Michigan State Normal School in Ypilanti, Michigan, November 4,1899. The Alpha Sigma Tau chapter here at Longwood College was begun on May 18. 1935. The chapters in the United States come to a total of 100, aad three of them are in Virginia. They include Longwood College, Radford, and James Madison Univetsiry. The national symbol is the anchor, the flower is the yellow rose, and the jewel is the peart. Emerald green aad gold are the colors for Alpha Sigma Tau. Longwood College's Alpha Sigma Tau chapter has 35 initiates aad seven new members this semester. This past June, they sent four of their delegates, Omapaar President Kelly Thompson. Wendy Bales. Kim Bales.
and Renee Ryder to their 32nd annual Convention in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Philanthropy is an essential aspect to sorority life. Alpha Sigma Tau's philanthropy is Pine Mountain Settlement School for underpriveledged children in Kentucky. Another way the sisters reach out to others in need is "The Swing-AThon" for Cystic Fibrosis held in front of ParBil's each March. An es timaaedSoOOiscol-
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As far as volunteering aad donating tima. Alpha Sigma Tau volunteers for the SPCA which is an animal shatter, visiting Weyaaoke, the retirement homr, aad painting drains leamag to the Cbesepeake Bay. According to Kelly Thompson. Chapter President, Alpha Sigma Tau had over 300 volunteer hours of community service for last Spring 1991.
CD Review: Humming By Duncan Sheik EDEN MILLER WebMaster
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After the success of his 1996 self-titled debut album, Duncan Sheik said he wanted to expand his acoustic sound into something more. While it is not at all a departure from his dreamily melancholy music, his second album, Humming, does shift its focus to a more global view, both musically and lyrically, sometimes with mixed results. From the lush, melodic beginning of the opening track In Between, Humming wants to be a great album. Sheik's voice is strong, and the song makes it obvious that Sheik is going to take his listeners down the path he wants them on. "No use wondering what I mean," he sings. "Cause I'm in between." The song places him as a sometime participant, sometime observer of the events of the rest of the album. However, the album begins to veer slightly off this path with the first single. Bite Your Tongue. With lines like "Yes, I'll smile as I bum the self-help section/Of my local bookstore!!{"(complete with the exclamation marks). Sheik is obviously trying a bit too hard.
Fortunately, Sheik's message stays intact ("Maybe it's good for you/To hit the ground" he sings), and saves what would otherwise be a song worthy of skipping. A few of die songs on Humming largely forgettable. Rubbed Out and Everyone, Everywhere, while both pleasant, don't leave any sort of lasting impression. Fortunately for the album, songs such as these don't set the standard for the rest The album's quieter, more elegant songs also prove to be its most interesting. Varying Degrees of Con-Artistry, (which feels like a more personal, less preachy version of Bite Your Tongue) is a tale of the disappointment of realizing the emptiness that fills modern society, punctuated with sensitive orchestration. On House Full of Riches Sheik searches for truth in his belongings, his career, his love life. Hi* trademark acoustic guitar soars along with a string arrangement. Humming also includes a tribute to the musician Jeff Buckley, who drowned last year, with A Body Goes Down. "Even his failures were favorite songs," Sheik laments. Duncan Sheik also approaches the subject of fame in two differ-
ent songs, from two different perspectives. In the first. That Says It All, Sheik invokes his musical idols and then wonders "They've said it all, haven't they?" but then decides "But what I want, what I want to say." Then in his third person account of his rise to fame, Nothing Special, Sheik tries to remind himself of that very fact "You get laid because you're 'arty'" he tells himself, then concludes with "and I am the snake who bites his own tail." But as many good songs that are on this album, the best one isn't even listed in the liner notes. This hidden track, nicknamed Foreshadowing by fans, starts playing about seven minutes into the last track, and is just Sheik with his acoustic guitar. This gracefully simple song brings the album full circle. Once it fades out, it's clear, that for all of Humming's missteps, it still turns out to be a great album.
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Coffeehouse: The Nudes fENBALLARD Business Manager The Nudes performed at Coffebouse Series on November 18. 1998. The group was Walter(guiurisl) and Stephanie (cellist), both from New York. They sounded good together. The musk was upbeat, peppy, and full of energy and they were moving the whole time they played. They played songs from each of the three CDs they have out. Boomerang, Velvet Sofa and a self -titled album. They had a very unique sound. Clay Wray describes it as "...folk music with a love for
the art." The group will be splitting up soon so they can go their separate ways but Stephanie and Walter both will continue on their own and with other groups. Stephanie has been seen with Paula Cole and Dar Williams before and Walter has his own solo shows. If you are interested in any of their CDs or would like to be on the mailing list for groups they will be with you can write GPO Box 8720 New York, NY 10116 or you can e-mail them at nudesmusic9aol.com. Each CD is $15 plus three dollars for shipping. Thank you Lancer Productions for another good Coffeehouse.
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Alternative rockers Third Eye Blind and Eve 6 played in the Radford University gym Wednesday, November 18. Eve 6 opened the show, singing nearly every song from their album Inside Out including Showerhead and Jesus Nitelite. They ended their show in a positive note with Superhero Girl. Liking their CD as much as I do, I was prepared for disappointment. But I was not at all disappointed. They sounded just like the CD. They sang their songs well and interacted with the crowd (though at times a little lewd for my taste). Then came Third Eye Blind. I had the opportunity to see the band in Texas last year when only Graduate was playing on the a;.r. They were good then, one of the best, but now they are even better. The past year has appar-
entlyallowed allowedthem themto mature as ently a group and capitalize on some of the potential that was visible last year. Opening the show with Jumper, lead vocalist Steven Jenkins told the crowd that the song (about tolerance) could only be understood by college students because they (our elders) did not understand anything. His opinions throughout the show, appealed to the majority of the crowd. The stage, set up as a bedroom, fit the mood for the first set of songs. The band went on to play an acoustic set consisting of Burning Man and a few new songs that will probably be recorded on the next album. After the acoustic set, the band had two hanging risers set up on each side of the stage, one with students and the other with cheerleaders. The groups were dancing to Semi-Charmed Life until Jenkins grabbed one of the girls
and kissed her. He informed us before playing the song that he was pleased that we knew the words to the song, but becase we did, we were perverts. The highlight of the show came when Jenkins gave a speech equating their 19 month tour of colleges to college life. 'Touring is a lot like collge because you have to put up with an enourmous amount of 8u! !$#;A." But he also spoke of the good side, the positive energy that flows from the college students to the band. Jenkins also made Radford students happy by telling them RU was his favorite college stop. His reason? The fact that students took 7,000 free condoms from an MTV plug earlier in the day. Third Eye Blind was very impressive. They have a new album coming out next year. It will definately be well worth purchasing.
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NOVEMBER 24,1998
SPORTS Longwood Wrestlers 3-1 After Beau Dickerson, Mary Barron Successful Anderson Match Named Players Of The Week
Longwood placed second among five teams at the Anderson (S.C.) Duals Nov. 22 in South Carolina. Coach Brent Newell's squad defeated Cumberland (Ky.) 29-21, Cumberland (Tenn.) 41 -3, and Anderson's 'B' team 34-12, while dropping a 32-9 decision to Anderson's 'A' team. The Lancers will next compete Dec. I, a dual-match at The Apprentice School in Newport News, Va.. Anderson's 'A' team won the competition with a 4-0 record. At Anderson, LC was led by the 3-1 efforts of junior Beau
Dickerson/Gloucester, Va.Gloucester HS (165), along with freshmen Larry Haynea/ Hopewell, Va.-Hopewell HS (125), Darryl Graham Gloucester, Va-Gloucester HS (14IX Jeff Kepier/Haymarket, Va.-Stonewall Jackson HS (149), Dave Kaplan/ Woodbridge, Va.-Woodbriuge HS (157), David Anthes/ Spotsylvania, Vfc.-Spotsylvania HS (174), and Omar McNeil/ Alexandria, Va.-Mount Vernon HS (184). Junior Kris Lucas/ Walden, N.Y.-valley Central HS (Hwt) and freshman Chris Steinecker/St. Mary's, Ohio-
Bruton HS (Hwt) each were 21 during the day. Sophomore Jon Tanaka/Yorktown, Va.Tabb HS (125), along with freshmen Eddie Garcia/ Woodbridge, Va.-C.D. Hylton HS (157) and Jaymes Shackelfbrd/Vlrginia Beach, Va.-Kempsville HS (174) were each 1-1. Others competing included freshmen Nick Sardelis/Winchester, Va.-John Handley HS (125, 01) and Man Robinson/Mineral, Va.-Louisa County HS (133,1 stt WRESTLING, page 11
Three Longwood Hockey Stars Named AU-American FARMVILLE, Va. — Longwood College field hockey standouts Janelle Kern/Marysville, Pa.Susquenita HS, Kim Iman/ Virginia Beach, Va.-Frank W. Cox HS, and Catherine Howard/Virginia Beach, Va.Floyd E. Kellam HS have been recognized as 1998 AstroTurf/National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Division II AllAmerica selections. Kern and Iman were each named to the first-team, while Howard was a second-team choice after gaining first-team laurels a year agoThis is the first time that Longwood has had three All-America selections, and the seventh consecutive year that the program has had at least one All-American (14 selections since 1992). Kern, a senior forward, started all 17 matches and led Longwood in scoring with 10 goals and three assists for 23 points (1.35 ppg.). Kern ranks fifth in career goals (27) and
assists (16) at the College. Janelle is the daughter of Nevin and Melinda Kern of Marysville, Pennsylvania. "Janelle is justly deserving of this 110™*,** said head coach Nancy Joel. "She has been a tremendous captain and leader of our team this year." Iman, a junior keeper, started every match as wel I and totaled 1103:34 in front of the cage, allowing 19 goals (1.21) with 141 saves (8.29) for an .881 save % and six shutouts. Iman has 390 career saves and 16 career shutouts at the College. Kim is the daughter of Jim and Barbara Iman of Virginia Beach. "Kim is technically an exceptional goalkeeper, both in her agility and in her defense,'' explained Joel. Howard, a senior sweeper, also started every match and made a team-beat 16 defensive saves while adding two goals with five assists for nine points (0.53 ppg.) offensively Howard
Longwood College senior women's basketball standout Mary Barron/Great Falls, Va.Paul VI HS and junior wrestling standout Beau Dickerson/ Gloucester, Va-Gloucester HS have been selected as Longwood/Domino's 'Players of the Week'for the period November 18-24. The Lancer honorees are chosen by the College's office of sports information each week. Barron, a 6-1 center, led Longwood to a third-place .finish during the Shippensburg (Pa.) women's basketball tournament Nov. 20-21 in Pennsylvania. She had doubledouble efforts during two games in the tournament to earn selection to the All-Tournament Team. Barren scored ■ game- and career-high 28 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, adding three steals and one assist as the Lancers defeated the University of the District of Columbia 87-66 Nov. 21 in the tourney's consolation game She opened the event with II points, 12 rebounds, two assists, two blocks, and one steal as Longwood lost a 70-57 decision to 17th-ranked Virginia Union. Through the first five games. Brown is averaging a team-best 10.4 rpg., adding 12.6 ppg. (2nd on team \ six steals, five assists, and four blocks. She is shooting 43.1% (25-58) from the field and 54.2% (13-24) from the free throw line. Longwood is cur-
rently 2-3 and will play again Dec. 1, hosting Carolmas-Virginia Athletic Conference (CVAC) opponent Barton (N.C.). Mary is the daughter of Francis William and Mary Ann Barron of Great Falls, Va. and is majoring in biology and physical education with a minor in athletic training at Longwood. Dickerson, wrestling at 165, led Longwood to a 3-1 record and second-place at the Anderson (SC.) Duals Nov. 22. He was 3-1 for the Lancers, defeating his opponents from Cumberland (Ky.) 12-6, Cumberland (Tenn.) 6-3, and Anderson's' B' team 40, dropping his only match to an opponent from Anderson's 'A' team 3-15. Dickerson is currently a team co-leader with a record of 7-2 this season for a Longwood squad that is currently 3-1 in dual-match competition. Dickerson also placed third at the Messiah (Pa.) Invitational Nov. 7 to open the campaign. He is currently 22-27 during his Lancer career, including a runner-up finish at last year's Virginia Division 11 -111 State Tournament. Longwood will next compete Dec 1 in a dualmatch at The Apprentice School in Newport News, Va.. Beau is the son of Harold and Mary Dickerson of Gloucester, Va. and is majoring in politiol science with a minor in education at Longwood.
finished her career with 30 defensive saves to rank second all-time at the College, and added 10 career goals and 11 career assists. Catherine is the daughter of Brian and Carol Howard of Virginia Beach. "Catherine has sustained her playing ability this season and has been recognized for it," commented Joel. Longwood completed its season with a record of 11-6, the third consecutive year that the program has reached double-figures in wins. The Lancers made their first postseason appearance since 1975, finishing as a semifinalist in the 1998 Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Championships. Additionally, Longwood attained its highest regional ranking in school history when they were ranked mt-n lMtgw—4 CoUege/Domimo't ' Flayers of the Week' first in the South Region during the first coaches poll of the rVov. 11-17 Kali Brown Women's Basketball season — finishing in third. lee Farrier Men s Basketball f/ov. 18-24 Mary Barron Women's Basketball Beau Dickerson Wrestling
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Longwood won one of three games last week, defeating Division I High Point (N.C.) 73-70 Nov. 17 before falling 95-83 to the College of West Virginia Nov. 20, «id 66-39 at Shippensburg (Pa.) Nov. 21. Coach Ron Carr's squad is now 2-3 overall following the two games in Pennsylvania during a tournament hosted by Shippensburg (Pa.). The Lancers will DM play Saturday, Nov. 28. hosting non-conference opponent Lincoln Memorial (lean.) at 2 p.m. in Lancer HalL Agakat Ugh Point, LC trailed 64-56 with 4:13 remaining before rallying to take the lead at 71-70 with only: 10.7-seconds left on the dock as sophomore 6-3 forward Jay Latfen/Willianisburg, Va.Bruton HS put-back an offensive rebound for the winning score. After a missed free throw by' the Panthers, junior 6-3 forward Lee Farrior/Chesterfidd, Va.ManchesterHS scored on a lay-up just ahead of the final buzzer to seal the victory. Farrier led LC and was the game's high scorer with 30 points, hitting 12-19 from the field, and 6-10 at the free throw line. He scored 21 points in the second half when the hosts rallied from as many as 14-points down with 134)0 to play. Freshman 6-5 torward Brian FteOeralaVChapel HilL NC.-East Chapel Hill HS added a career-high Mpdnts.and sophomore 6-6 guard Ben Green/ Vrgirua Beach, Vk-FrankW.Cox
HS contributed acareer-high 13 points, kickiding a big three-point basket with :56.9-seconds left to narrow the deficit to 70-69. Green scored all 13 ofhis points after the intermission and added five rebounds, while Louden grabbed six boards. Freshman 5-11 guard Andy JonesChapel Hill, N.C.-East Chapel HS added a game-high seven assists to the winning effort The Lancers shot a torrid 59.4V* (19-32) from the field during the final 20 minutes, and finished the game shooting 492% (29-59) in front of an excited crowd of457 in Lancer HalL '1 thought Ben and Lee did a great job during the last 10-minutes in lifting us and playing more aggressive," explained Cm. "We played a littfe harder at the end of the game." "The comeback win over a pretty good team will help our young guys, and it's also important to win early at home" Against the College of West Virginia, an NA1A Division 1 program, LC fell behind40-35 at halftime before rallying to take a 5149 lead with 15:11 remaining in the first-round tournament game. The Cougars led just 71-68 with 520 on the dock in (he dosdyplayed contest before the West Virginians were able to secure the win with 66 free throws and a pak of three-point fidd goals over the final 5:03. Farrier led the Lancers with 23 points, adding four re-
bounds, four assists, and three steals. Junior 6-7 center Jon Hughes/Valrico, Fla. BloamingchueHS followed with 13 points and six rebounds, FitzOerald had 12 points, and Green contributed his first collegiate ctouHe-doublewith lOpoints and a game- and career-high 14 rebcuids, adding a career-high six assists as well. The Lancers shot 522% (35-67) from the fidd during the contest Against Shippensburg, LC struggled oflensi vdy with poor shooting from the fidd (27 3% 1244) while chopping the consolation game of the tournament The Lancers trailed 32-19 at
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halfhme, were never dostr than 13 points in the second half (36-23, 16:49X and trailed by as many as 29 points late in the ugh/ affair. Green and senior 6-7 forward Chris Williams/ Elwood, IndElwood Community HS each scored nine points to lead the blue and white in scoring, while freshman 6-4 forward Lands Martin/ Spencer, Va.-Magna Vista HS grabbed a career-high five rebounds for the Lancers. Green was named to the Al 1-Tournament Team for his twogameefforts. The 39rjc*ntsvwtnelowestbyanLC team since the 1984-85 season (4238 loss to Liberty). Through five games, Farrier is averaging 192 ppg. and 32 rag.
followed by FfaGersldat 10.8ppg. while shooting an impressive 69.4% (25-36) from die fidd Green is averaging 8.6 ppg. and 6.6 rag, followed by La-den at 72 ppg. and 4.8 rpg., and Hughes at 7.0 ppg >nd 4.3 rpg- Jones is dishing out 3.4 assists per contest, adding 4.0 rpg.. The Lancers are shooting 44.4% (119-268) from the fidd and67.3%(76-113)at the free throw foe. Fotowingthe Lincoln Memorial (Tenn.) game, Longwood will remain at home to open CarotinasVirginia Athletic Conference (CVAC) action Dec. 1 as Barton (N.C.) visits Lancer Hall
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Longwood 2-3 After Victory Over District of Columbia Longwood won one of three games last week, defeating the University of the District of Columbia 87-66 Nov. 21 after falling 70-57 to 17th-ranked Virginia Union Nov. 20, and 79-65 at Division I H«Ji Point (N.C.) Nov. 17. Coach Shirley Duncan's squad is now 2-3 overall following the two games in Pennsylvania during a tournament hosted by Shirjpensburg (Pa.). The Lancers will next play Dec 1, hosting CVAC opponent Barton (N.C.) at 5:30 pjn. in Lancer HalL Against the District of Columbia, LC led 44-33 athahnme and never looked back en rout; to the lopsided victory. The Lancers got a game-and career-high 28 piiinti from senior 6-1 censer Mary Barron/ Great Falls, \kPaulVIHSwho also grabbed II rebounds for a double-double, adding three steals as well. Jumar5-8gusrcV forward Kali Brown/ Powhatan, Va.-Powhatan HS followed with a double-
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double of her own, totaling 17 points and a game-high 14 rebounds in only 24 minutes of action. Brown also had three assists and three steals. Freshman 5-6 guard Jill Mahoitz/Burke, Va.Lake Braddock HS made her first collegiate start and came up big with a career-high 17 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Longwood was solid with its snooting, making 452% (33-73) from the fidd and 64.3% (18-28) at the free throw line, induding 78.9% (15-19) from the charity stripe si the second half. Against Virginia Union, LC fell behind 39-21 at halftime against the natknalh/ranked Panthers before a sectrid-hatf rally fell abort The Lancers trailed 46-21 with 17:47 remaking beforea3118 run brought them to within 6452 with 3:35 left on the dock. The blue and while had nothing left, though, and could get no closer down the stretch. Brown led LC with 18pc«nts,sixrtoaunds,four aasiets, and four steals. Barren and sophomore 6-1 center Dcmietrc Price/Gladys, Va.-William CarnpbeUFGeachackfedctouoledoubk* of 11 points and 12 rebounds. The Lancers shot just 31.4% (22-71) from the fidd, and 40.0% (11-26) at the free throw line. Barren was named to the AllTournament Team for her twogame efforts. At Kigh Point LC trailed just 35-33 at hahhme but could not sustain the effort against the
homestan ding Panthers. Junior 5lOguarcVforwardJiUYcuKeAWest Friendship, Md-Gtadg HS led the Lancers with a game-high 22 points, including five three-point fidd gods, while adding six rebounds and three steals. Younce. who missed the UDC game with an ankle injury, was followed by Brown with 18 points, six rebounds, and six steals, and Price with 11 points and six rebounds. Barron grabbed a game-high 13 rebounds for the blue and white. LC finished the contest shooting 39.4% (2666) from the field and 46.7% (7-15) at the free throw line.
Wrestling )goes to 3-1 continued firm page 10 3), sophomore Josh Rudolph/ Middletown, Va.-Sherando HS (133, 0-1), junior Tony Fradillada/Virginia Beach, Va.-Olympic Heights (Fla.) HS(165, l-2),and sophomore Blake Shumate/Martinsville, Va.-Martinsville HS (114, 197,1-3). Following the dual-match let The Apprentice School, Longwood will host a quad match Dae. 5 in Lancer Hall beginning at 11 a.m.. Other schools participating include Division I George Mason, Cumberland (Tenn.), and Surry (N.C.) Junior College.
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SGA PRESIDENT - NICHOLAS T. MILLS SGA VICE-PRESIDENT - MATT RINKER SGA TREASURER - ROBERT HAVEY SGA SECRETARY - BRANDON WALTER SENITORS-AT-LARGE RUTH COMPO STEPHANIE GILLIAM DAVID GREGORY KRIS LICHTENFELS AMY MOGETZ JAMAAL ROSE KRISTI THOMAS MICHAEL YOUNG HISTORIAN - JOHN CARBONNEAU RHA PRESIDENT - KATHERINE WALROD THE SGA OF 1998 WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL THOSE WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE FALL ELECTIONS PROCESS.