The Rotunda Volume 81, Number 5
Waiting to go home since 1920
October 12,2001
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SUIT WALKING Mysterious banner displayed near the tennis courts last week is now taking on meaning. )reveni under-age consumption, !n thi^ war on alcohol the victims inyone wearing a ong wood College « latshin
ficers may carry with them about the fact all students may drink." commented Tim Pierson, Vice President of Student Affairs, "and
essarily the intent, but it may appear to be the outcome of that." One student commented that she was stopped by police on
her way to the bar. This student was skipping down the street and generally enjoying herself. She was pulled aside and questioned. The officer then performed a breathalyzer on her, which proved ihe was completely sober. Her crime was being a college student between the ages of 18 and 25 and having a good time. Shocked by student records of police targeting, Mike Parrish commented "individuals are being stopped by Farmville police without having done anything legitimately wrong." On average, he hears two or three stories of this kind every week and feels that the numbers have been increasing this semester. Beth Hadrys, a communications major and lacrosse player, said that she has heard countless stories of police harassment. "People drive home drunk rather ihan walk because they feel safer and that they won't be harassed and caught." She said that many in
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Jazz Band When The Boys Came to Longwood ( d'RTNEYJETI Staff Writer
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On Friday, October 5,200 Long wood's music department helped open the celebration of Oktobcrfest by having their jazz band play in front ol Lankford. The Jazz band played for about an hour, and drew quite a crowd around the Lankford steps. Many music majors sat and watched in support of their felow music majors, and quite a few visitors stopped to watch the very talented group as well. Mike Preston played the guitar, Eric Jack played the drums, and Gary Jack had a solo saxiphone performance. Several of the pieces performed demonstrated excellent technical proficiency. The music chosen covered a broad range of style and tempo. The jazz performance was a good introduction to all of the Oktoberfest activities. It got an event filled weekend off to a good start.
it i976. the U.S. was editing us bicentennial. Alex Haley nad tust published Roots. the baby boomer generation was coming .)i age. and boys cam Longwood College. On October 4. Longwood College, in conjunction with Oktoberfest. recognized the 25th anniversary of the coeducation of the institution by holding a panei chaired by Dr. Jim Jordan, professor of anthropology. It also included former president Dr. Henry Willett; Dr. Caroiyn Wells. Professor Emeritus of Biology; Byron Bracey, class of '81 and a medical administrator at Walter Reed Army Medical Center; Robert Boyd, Bracey. a suite mate and founder of the Dick Williamson Memorial Golf Tournament; Drew Hudson, class of '90 and presently the president of a staffing firm in DC known as The Choice Inc.; and Mrs. Angie Ncri Hallberg, class
Panelists presents were, from left, Dr. Henry Willett Jr., Angie Hallberg, Drew Hudson. Byron Bra Sr., and Robert Boyd II, Dr. CarolynWells, and Dr. James Jordan, (photo by Kent Booty) of 1969 and mother of a son in this year's freshman class. To briefly summarize the position of I ongwood 25 years ago, after World War II. the institution allowed male day students
ttend classes. When Title IX to the Civil Rights Act was passed in 1972 it Stipulated that public colleges that had been traditionally single-sex could remain so. however. Long-
wood could not honestly be true to that postscript. See BOYS p. 10
EDITORIAL While the blurry memories bf Okloberfest fade away, ongwood is preparing for Fall |3reak. I don't know about you >uys, but I've got more planned or those four days than I know kvhat to do with. My best friend from high bchool is getting married, and not nly am I maid of honor, but I got this bright idea that I would offer o plan the wedding. If anyone reading this hinks this sounds like a good dea, really it's just not. Friday I hm leaving in my Mom's minivan :arting four bales of hay, two
bridesmaid dresses, an arbor, cases of beverages, bouquets, centerpieces and various pieces of photography equipment. I am truly enthused about a very exciting time in Nadine's life ("Beanie" to friends), but this event has been more stress than I ever could have possibly imagined. I think the idea of a Fall Break is a fabulous thing, but in actuality it becomes an excuse to pack everything you don't normally have time to do into an only slightly extended weekend. I may be the only
hypercompulsive person on campus with a To Do list three miles long, but somehow I doubt it. I hope everyone has time tc relax, enjoy the last of the nict weather and peruse our fifth is sue. We will be on hiaius for tlid next two weeks, fall break throw: a ringer in our scheduling and w< take a week off for midterms Look for us again the first Frida>| in November' -Danielle Pezold, Editor-in-Chief
Student Shows Support for Rotunda I just read the article about how your newspaper doesn't get enough credit for your efforts. I am one who enjoys reading the Rotunda paper that is printed each week. I am not as involved with Longwood activities as I should be, and reading the paper keeps me up to date.
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Phone: 804-395-2120 Fax: 804-395-2237 rotunda@longwood.lwc.edu Dani Pezold Dawn Kanehl Kim Garrett Liz Richards Meg Wooldridge April Shaw Jared Underwood Kevin Rock Stephanie Riggsby Amy Whipple Anthony Colucci Bill Woods Brandon Yowell George Lanum
The Rotunda, the student newspaper at Longwood College, is punished weekly during the academic year (except holidays and exam peri)ds) and is printed in the offices of the Farmville Herald, Farmville, VA. All articles, advertisements, letters to the editor, and pictures must be received by five p.m. the Friday prior to the next Friday's publication. \\\ letters to the editor must be typed and include name and telephone lumber. Any person wishing to have his/her name not appear on the mblished letter must request so in writing. All letters are subject to editngThe Rotunda is an equal opportunity employer and is looking for beople who are interested in writing or layout. We currently have posiions available and ask anyone who is interested to come to our mectngs, Mondays at 5:30 p.m.
You shouldn't receive criticism just because of a few gramatical errors. The content of the story is much more important than the gramatics. I don't think anyone has the right to criticize your paper until they turn one out that is better. The people who voice their negative opinion about the Ro-
tunda arc just louder than the voices of those who appreciate it. I think you all are doing a great job and should disregard such negative criticism. There are more students who appreciate the work you do than there are that don't. -Anonymous
T"He RotiJNda StaF W'SHeS to tH3NK 3LL tHQSe WH째 HeLped ppepare For OKtoberFeSt. We Had great FUN 3Nd tHe parted Flower pots Were a Hllge SUCCeSSr
Editors Should Stop Complaining Contrary to what seems to be the popular consensus of the various editors and staff writers for The Rotunda, the newspaper is not used for paper airplanes or litter liner NEARLY as often as it is used for papier machet molds and busts of various deceased historical leaders and authors. This rings true at least in my own realm. Nay, The Rotunda is not even a papier machet mold. It is a reading material. You may think no one is taking advantage of it as such, but
they are. I have no complaint to speak of about what you have written, mistakes you have made, and you should appreciate the peace and solitude you experience, for it should be short-lived. Therefore, write on! Your words are being read, your voices heard. My only request is that they are no longer the whiny voices that have been expressed in the most recent edition of The Rotunda, voices of people who sing
to the choir of readers about those who read not. Thank you for your contributions to the Longwood campus. Keep up the good work, and may you never fear that your words are not being read, for somewhere, there is a literate bird, gerbil, or someone who looks closely at that bust of Shakespeare, and your words will be there, through urine and glue for all to read. Sincerely, Angela Atkins
OPINION
October 12,2001
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SPEAK OUT
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' 'If you're not mad, you're not paying attention!" "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 not mad, you're not paying attention. E-mail Activist ideas to rotunda® longwood.lwc.edu.
Computer Competency Creates Concern DAWNKANEHL Assistant Editor Longwood students should ask serious questions about administration's practice of implementing graduation requirements. The computer competency requirements should especially raise eyebrows, most specifically to current sophomores and transfers. All current sophomores are required to pass five tests to receive their diplomas, in Basic and Intermediate Word, Excel. PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer. The problem lies in the fact that students were not officially notified until after they had already arrived on campus. The school officially adopted this new policy in the Spring of 2000, but students did not receive official notification until September 25, 2000. That "notification" arrived in the form of an e-mail from NormBregman a month after classes were underway. The school does not seem to think that graduate requirements are important enough to warrant a tangible letter in a student's mailbox, because then some poor overworked staff member would be forced to print a label and stick it on the front of an envelope, a task which is far too meneal for an employee of Longwood College. The school has a responsibility to inform students of graduation requirements in a timely and appropriate manner. I do not view one or two emails a year as appropriate or timely, especially when the elasped time from approval to notification spanned from April to September. Pure admitted laziness by the staff is not an excuse, espe-
cially when professors do not accept it from students. In turn, students should not accept this apathy from administration. Longwood also decided not to inform last year's freshmen about their new requirement through Longwood Seminar, a one credit class designed to help students adjust to college life. Of course, L-Sem professors can show them how to use the card catalogue, where the gym is located, or how to compile a works cited page, but administration fears that professors might revolt and quit their jobs if asked to explain crucial graduation information. Many advisors and professors are not even aware of this new requirement. I guess the school forgot to tell them, too. The main reason Longwood adopted this new policy is to fulfill a state requirement that all secondary institutions provide evidence of student computer proficiency. This school decided to pay a lot of money for a web-based tutorial program called Smart Force. Smart Force takes the place of students' sitting in a classroom learning these computer skills from a qualified instructor. Longwood seems to be willing to pay money for new technology, but not to provide instruction through a living, breathing human being who requires a monthly paycheck. Longwood administration has openly admitted that meeting this requirement through a credit class would mean they would have to pay faculty and create new credits, which they do not want to do. Students need to express their concern when their school tires of hiring faculty or giving students credit for their work.
The entire computer competency requirements will take OVER 20 HOURS of students' time. And for this time, students will have a neat little mark on their transcript: "PASS/FAIL- 0 CREDIT." For students who may not know, pass/fail means your GPA is not affected, no credit is awarded either. Administration has admitted they know that students are deleting or ignoring their e-mails, but the bottom line is that they hold the keys to a student's graduation. If the school is so proud of implementing Smart Force, why hasn't anyone heard of it? Why have only 20-30% of all students taken ONE of the tests? Why are so many failing? Is Longwood setting us up to fail? One would assume that the school wants to see its students succeed, and ultimately has our best interests in mind. But in this case, the school's lack of information is detrimental to the success of its students. These graduation requirements were adopted without your consent or knowledge. The backhanded method by which they chose to inform students does not bode well with Longwood's fundamentals of the Honor Code or the concept of Citizen Leadersh ip.Any students or faculty who share these concerns should call Ed Smith at extension x2319 or send him an e-mail at emsmith@longwood.lwc.edu. Students have the right to ask questions about school policy. In fact, it is our duty to watch the administrators of our school and tell them when a situation needs correcting. If enough students respond, perhaps we can produce change at Longwood.
WHAT DID YOU MOST ENJOY ABOUT THIS YEAR'S OKTOBERFEST? tt
THE BOUNCING BOXING." - JOHN SCHAEFER, SENIOR
"DRINKING IN THE STUDENT UNION WITH ALUMNI" ■WES TADLOCK, JUNIOR
"THE INFLATABLE GAMES WERE COOL, AND THERE WAS A GOOD SELECTION OF MUSIC THIS YEAR." AMANDA JACKSON, SOPHOMORE
"THE PARADE BECAUSE I GOT TO SEE MY FRIENDS DRESSED UPAS KLOWNS." STEFANIE HUGHETT, FRESHMAN
RPPS | bROP>S POOPS! + to the final arrival of Fall Break + to all the hardworking people who made Oktoberfest a complete success + to skipping classes on the Friday before Fall Break
b*©ps: - to all the papers that are due the day students return from Fall Break - to Longwood's graduation requirements - to the fact we have to come back after break Send your Props and Drops to rotunda@bngwood.lwc.edu
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NEWS & VIEWS
At the Beirgarten Celebrting the true spirit of Oktoberfest KRISTIN JEWELL Guest Writer The Student Union's cafe was filled with alumni and students ready to get their party started early on the Saturday afternoon of Oktoberfest. After the midway booths, the parade and the rain came the Beirgarten. Just as the Here Today, the winners of Battle of the Bands, started their set, alumni and stu-
dents alike were seen making their way to the cafe. With police officers at the door checking identification, there was a line into the hall to get stamped and get bracelets signifying 21 years old or older. For $2.25 one could quench their thirst with a domestic beer such as Miller Lite, Budweiser, or Bud Light. For an extra quarter they could enjoy an import like Becks or Heinekin.
Students Can't Sleep Insomnia poses problem to many on campus CATHY LAYNE Student Health On average, sleep takes up a third of our day. It is crucial for restoration and repair of our body and mental well-being. It involves a concerted sequence of events and physiological changes that are vital to our daily functioning. When (his sleep is delayed, shortened, or altered in some way, this restoration is disrupted. Simply slated, this inadequate sleep in quantify or quality is insomnia. Insomnia and excessive daytime fatigue are the most common sleep complaints. In the U.S., 30-35% of the population give a history of previous sleep complaints. Typical complaints include difficulty falling asleep, difficulty staying asleep, waking too early, unrefreshing or light sleep, and marked fatigue during the day. Insomnia is not a disease, but a symptom of underlying problems. It is very common among college students for multiple reasons, the most common being stress and sleep hygiene related. Other factors that influence sleep patterns are diet, medicines, caffeine, alcohol, and drug use. Medical evaluation if often recommended when insomnia persists for longer than one month or if it causes excessive daytime sleepiness that interferes with daily activities. Here are some strategies for better sleep hygiene: -Sleep in the same area consistently, an area not utilized for wake time activities. -Develop a regular sleep routine with a set bedtime and
waking time and stick to it. If your class times vary each day pick a lime that will work for all days. -Avoid routine naps greater than 15 minutes. -Avoid stimulants (i.e. coffee, caffeine, chocolates, etc.) within 6-8 hours of bedtime. -Avoid heavy meals within 2 hours of sleep, although a light snack, including warm milk, can aid sleep. -Avoid more than one alcoholic drink after dinner. Although alcohol may help you relax, the sleep following alcohol is not restful. -Use quiet activities to wind down before bed. -Avoid late evening exercise or last minute studying. -Use helpful techniques for stress management. -If you still have trouble clearing your thoughts, consider counseling. -Increase your sleep before large events, including tests. Lack of sleep has been a part of failed tests many times. If you continue to have problems with insomnia, seek medical advice. Although some sleep aids are available over-the-counter, a medical evaluation may be needed prior to their use. The Longwood College Student Health and Wellness Center is available to discuss insomnia further. We have many helpful resources on this subject. The internet also provides a vast array of information. For an appointment or if you have questions, please call 2102.
OCTOBER 12, 2001
Winners Were Here Today, But Gone by Sunday MATT TAYLOR Staff Writer On Friday, October 5, from 4 p.m. till 9 p.m., WLCX and Mortar Board kicked off Oktoberfest 2001 with Battle of the Bands. Featured preformances by Wild Turkey, Elevated Static, Autumn's Riddle, Micky Finn, 8Sideways, Here Today, and Defenders of the Universe. The only qualification to play was that at least one member of the band be a current Longwood student. Each band played for no guaranteed compensation. 1st prize was a $500 dollar contract for Bandfest 2002 in the spring and the chance to open for Fighting Gravity on Saturday October 6, from 1 p.m.to 1:50 p.m. 2nd place was a $300 contract for Bandfest 2002, and the added bonus of opening Bandfest 2002.
A committee of judges evaluated the bands on the following criteria: Group Cohesiveness, Originality, Appropriate Language, Stage Presence, Audience Response, and Overall Appeal. All the bands were interviewed after their sets and asked what made them different from all the other bands playing that night. Wild Turkey lead singer and former Longwood student Matt Nicholls said,"We've got our own style and we write about stuff that we go through. We put all our feelings in the songs." Elevated Static band member and Longwood student Justin Lavimodiere said, "We love what we do." Autumn's Riddle lead singer and Longwood student Bryan Lee said, "I don't think we are any different. I think we are playing from a music standpoint and a performance standpoint. We just have a
good time." Micky Finn lead singer and Longwood student Jason Masi said "We are trying to put variety in our music." 8-Sideways lead singer Jason St. Peter said, " We're a little bit more enthusiastic." Here Today band member and Longwood student Chip Holt said, "We are a little bit more original. I think we stand out as far as our style and being a really tight band. We played for God and the audience." Defenders of the Universe lead singer and Longwood student Jake VonReyn said, "We rock hard." At the end of the show, after all the bands had played, the winners were announced. Micky Finn received 2nd place and the $300 prize and contract and Here Today took home 1 st place and the $500 dollar prize and contract.
Excavation Continues with Findings KEVIN BOPP Staff Writer The day that the Rotunda hurncd clown was sad lor many people at Longwood College; but for others, it became an excellent opportunity to rediscover our campus' past. On Saturday, October 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dr. Jim Jordan, professor of anthro-
Thc charm, by itself, created a sense of interest to all the members at the site, until another student found two more dogwood shaped charm that looked identical to the first. Kim Belcher, one of Jordan's trusted assistants, believes that the three charms used to belong to an old necklace worn by a Longwood student over a hundred years ago.
"I'll be damned," said Dr. Jordan after analyzing the artifact. Jordan believes that a student, long ago, may have purchased a bottle from the I-armville Dispensary, a store that once existed in Farmville. He also believes that the old building used to be where Piedmont Bikes and Parriet's once stood on Main Street.. Despite all the amazing
Students gather around the dig site, (photo by Geoge Lanum) pology at Longwood, and a 127 students concluded an archeological dig in front of the site where the Rotunda had stood. The students managed to locate a number of artifacts at the site, one of which was a silver dogwood shaped charm.
In her opinion, the necklace, at one point, broke off the student's neck and then scattered into a dozen pieces in the grass beside the sidewalk. Later that afternoon, another student discovered an old bottle top.
things discovered by the students, a golden brooch appeared to be the most elegant item found at the site.
See DIG p. 10
OCTOBER 12,2001
NEWS & VIEWS
SGA Holds Weekly Meetin; DAVE THOMAS Staff Writer The Student Government Association met last Tuesday for its weekly meeting. Attending this meeting were all the Senators and different representatives. First to present their proposal were the Wellness Advocates. The representatives asked the SGA for $11,800. After a concerned review of their proposal by a few Senators, their proposal was deferred for further review.
The Kappa Delta sorority then made their proposal for $1,570 for selected members of their sorority to attend a ceremony in Florida being held November 8-10,2001. Kappa Delta was recently awarded the Ace award and will travel to Florida to represent the Longwood chapter of their sorority. They plan to bring back new ideas, hopefully some new presenters, and teaching methods. They were awarded the money for this trip along with the
best wishes of each of the Senators and representatives. Longwood's chapter of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association was allocated $625 for the semester to pay for speakers, refreshments, and materials. Lastly, the Student Health Partners then proposed for $1,156.50 to take three members and their sponsor to Pennsylvania for a conference. They plan to meet Patch
See SGA p. 10
WLCX DJ's Undressed MATT TAYLOR Staff Writer This week, we continue our profiling of Longwood College's own radio station WLCX 91.3. In this issue, we showcase two of WLCX's most noteworthy shows, "The Seduction twins" with Ariana Ortega and Anna Meadows and "The One Night Stand" with Kris McCoy. Name and information: Ariana is a 19-year-old junior and Anna is a 20-year-old junior at WLCX. They have been at WLCX for five semesters. Show name: Their show name is "The Seduction Twins." "We were given the name by the guys from the 'Pimp Session,' " said Anna. "We thought it was funny because we doni't look anything alike." Time: Every Tuesday from 10pm till 12am. Music: They play classic rock and grunge. Ariana and Anna enjoy be-
ing a DJ because "we get to play what we want to hear," said Ariana."The adrenaline rush," said Anna. "I like the fact that I get to share my music with someone else and hopefully get them into what I like."Other responsibilities: Anna has worked with the Bandfest committee in the past, and Ariana has worked at Bandfest. Plans after Longwood: Ariana doesn't plan to work with radio after college. "It's so commercial that it wouldn't be fun," she said. Anna has thought about radio but doesn't like the idea of being a DJ for a professional radio station. "I would like to do promotions, or work with a record label," she said. Most interesting event that happened on the air: I remember our very first show [when] we played a song from a band called Nurf Herder, which is from some "Star Wars" movie," said Ariana.
"As I was announcing the song and was explaining the name of the song, I said 'Watch me get this wrong and some irate fan scream at me.' Sure enough, some irate fan calls up and screams at me," she said. Anna remembers the time they accidentally played a song with questionable lyrics. "We found this CD from one of the actors in "Empire Records" [whose] name is Cyote Shivers," she said. "We found this and decided to play the song that was featured in the movie. However, to our surprise ihe lyr ics were changed around a lot, and it was a very dirty song. It was not a dirty song as in bad language, but it was a very dirty song." Last words: "Listen to our show and call in," said Anna. "We would like feedback!" "Collectively, we have 21 body piercings, said Ariana. "If you want know where they are, you have to call in the show and ask!"
iSHortar <goard would like to congratulate the midway booth winners: 1st place: 5CE5VCL 2nd place: jftrc Jfall Council
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Delta Zeta Celebrates Academic Awareness LORI BEAUCHAMP Guest Writer In honor of Delta Zeta Academic Awareness Month, the Epsilon Tau Chapter of Delta Zeta would like to commend its members who achieved a 3.0 or higher GPA last semester. Those names that are starred made the president's list. Liz Ahlgren Lori Beauchamp Shannon Burks Julie Cash Alison Covington Stacie Crooks Carrie Davis* Jen Eaton Amber Eavers Tracey Embrey Kathy Emond Shelley Fitchett
Melanie Goad Holly Goolsby Jenny Gurczynski Ryan Hurley-Bruno Kristin Jewell Kellie Jones* Amy Kramer Donna Lewis Amy Lyon Christy Matsushige Theresa McKibben TamiPark Kasey Reed Amber Richard Kristy Sanford Alissa Scott Joelle Sines Shannon Stocks Mandy Taylor Jesse Thorton Jess Uss Vanessa Wharton Laura Whitley
LYP SYuCl Wednesday, October 24th @ 9 p.m. I $2 at the doer OR $1 with
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ENTERTAINMENT
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The Musketeer ^ AJA BROOKS Staff Writer
All for One and One for All! This 2001 release of "The Musketeer" is originally based on the book Les Trois Mousquetaires, by Alexander Dumas. Gene Quintano, the director from movies such as "Operation Dumbo Drop" and even the Police Academy movies, created this movie to have a PG-13 rating, so yes, all of you youngsters underage are able to go and finally see a movie or at least rent it. Personally, I felt that the movie was very well done, at least choreographically. "The Musketeer" consisted of a lot of action sequences throughout the movie and not just a little stunt here and there. The actors and actresses engaging in battle type situations used many realistic props from wooden ladders to French swords and pistols. I enjoyed watching the way the whole
time period was brought onto the screen. Of course, there are some very dramatically and very unrealistic portrayed scenes in the movie. It has been brought to my attention that the fight sequences were done too quickly and it was hard to differentiate between characters. It made some people become a little dizzy. There are some unbelievable stunts such as fighting while dancing on a barrel, fighting while repelling on 300 foot tower, and fighting while on a ladder. Even though the wooden ladders appear to look very realistic, the way they are used in a sequence scene can be very sketchy, as my roommate might call it. This play is set in the eighteenth century and in the real historical background, the age of king and queen are supposed to be in their teens but in the movie they're in their mid ages. The plot of The Musketeer was very well portrayed, the costuming was gorgeous and overall, I'd want to go see it again.
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Spectacular Performance by Longwood Dancers BRANDY ROBBINS Staff Writer The Longwood Company of Dancers held their first performance of the semester Saturday, October 6. They performed at 12pm, lpm, and 2pm. I attended the 1 o'clock showing, and even though the performance only lasted an hour, it was nothing short of spectacular. The show started with a candlelit performance while the company's director, Rodney Williams, sang an inspirational song. The company did a total of five dances. In between the dances, Rodney Williams sang a variety of inspirational/gospel songs in order
to promote his latest CD, as well as entertain the audience while the dancers changed costumes. The first few dances were slower, more inspiring pieces. One of the dances however was unlike the others. It was a county/western dance, which seemed to amuse the audience greatly. The show ended with the powerful "Renegade Master" dance choreographed by the Company's president Rebecca Washburn. With an extreme amount of talent, dedication, and beautiful choreography the dancers kept the audience entertained. If you were unable to attend any of the performances, you missed out on a job well done.
OCTOBER 12,2001
A Find Among Farmville Food The new addition of dinner to The Cheese Company adds to delectable dishes CHRISTINE GRIFFIN Guest Writer On Main street sits many little shops, stores, and restaurants, filled with antiques, clothes, toys, and, of course, food. One restaurant that stands out among the rest is the Cheese Company. The Cheese Company has always sold appetizing lunches for an affordable price. As of few weeks ago, the Cheese Company began selling dinner. Reservations are preferred, but not necessary. The restaurant is located in a rather small area. However, when one begins to notice the appearance
of the restaurant, particularly the tables covered with white cloths and topped with small blue vases containing colorful flowers and wooden salt and pepper shakers, one can not help but feel relaxed and welcomed. The music, slow yet upbeat and relaxing, set the atmosphere. There arc not many places to sit, with a majority of the tables located at the top of the staircase. The staff is polite and considerate. The menus, which do not remain the same each evening, were non-existent, but not to worry because the waitress explains in great detail what the restaurant has to offer. For one evening in particular, there were only two choices,
French onion soup and pate, for appetizers. The French onion soup was delicious. In appearance, dinner, being scrumptious and filling, was served on a large plate and dressed up with spices and side greens. A salad accompanied by a wide variety of dressings is served with every meal. Dinner was extremely tasty, but for college students, the price was a little steep. If, however, it happens to be your anni versary or your parents are in town, the Cheese Company is definitely the place to go. For lunch, however, go anytime. The sandwiches, besides being exceptionally delicious, are very affordable.
Band performs unusual concert Defenders of the Universe take stage at Oktoberfest LIZ RICHARDS News Editor
Cloaked in plaid pants, a starter jersey, and a mop of hair that stands 3 inches tall, Jake von Rein, front man of Defenders of the Universe, took the stage last Friday at Battle of the Bands during Oktoberfest. As the closing band for the night, Defenders took the stage around 8pm. Playing to a sparse crowd, compared to the numbers who watched Here Today, the guys tried to keep spirits high, and their bodies always moving throughout their thirty minute set. The guys of Defender definitely get the brownie for most crowd-pleasing band. Though the band had to use a temporary drummer, whom they started practicing with just two days earlier, they guys performed gracefully through the classic Twisted Sister hit "We're not gonna take it," and a rock-n-roll rendition of Whitney Houston's "I will always love you." During a brief "intermission," bassist Scott Dill, kept
the crowd entertained by playing the Simpson's show tune. Missing a few beats, and pausing every now and again, Defenders still managed to crank out two original songs, "Pledge," and another that remains untitled. Maybe because they were the last band to play, or they didn't sound like Dave Mathews, or simply due to the fact that they liked to play around more than play their instruments, Defenders of the Universe didn't take the trophy at last Friday's Battle of the Bands contest. Lead singer/guitar Von Rein was confident in his band's performance, and isn't worried at all about their ability to get through the hard times. "I think we put on a show a little different than the usual college band. We wanted to get the crowd going and I think we did just that. We had a lot of fun, and the Defenders of the Universe will keep rocking for a long time to come,
"I think we put on a show a little different than the usual college band. We wanted to get the crowd going and I think we did just that." Von Rein,
lead singer/guitar unless we get kicked off campus for practicing too loud." When all was said and done. Von Rein had nothing left to say about his band except, "rock and roll."
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As the ever-needed Fall Break is right around the corner, Lancer Productions has looked to the week following the break for a non-stop week of speakers, movies, comedians, and overall a great time! On Wednesday, October 17, 2001, the Longwood College Basketball team will kick off practicing for the 2001-2002 season with the annual Midnight Madness at 11 p.m. in the Lancer Gym. Doors open at 10:15 p.m and the first 150 stu^^^ dents to show m h up will gel free H V Midnight MadH ncss t-shirts. V There will be many prizes W given away, inB eluding two chances at winning
$5,000, one $500 book voucher toward Spring Semester text books as well as CDs, CD players, and t-shirts among others. Midnight Madness is sponsored by Lancer Productions, the Alumni Association, Campus Recreation, Longwood Cheerleaders, Longwood Dance Team, Longwood Dance Company, ARAMARK, the Men's Rugby Team and the Student Government Association. At 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2001 in Jarman Auditorium, motivational speaker, Gary Tuerack, will inspire students to live up to their potential as he has done for thousands of students in the past. The following night, Friday, October 19,2001 Jurassic Park 3 will be shown at 7:30 p.m. in the ABC rooms of the Student Union, followed by comedian Dan Horn at 10 p.m. in the Ballroom. To continue with comic relief, comedian Mark Anlhony will perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday. October 20. 2001 in the Ballroom as
Fighting Gravity Returns to Longwood MEG WOOLDRIDGI Features Editor Set against the backdrop of Longwoodis annual Oktoberfest Weekend, the band of Fighting Gravity was the main attraction on Saturday October 6th. While the students f< on a picnic dinner, they were 11ned by the band, which played on the corner stage outside Lankford. The members of Fighting Gravity played with plenty of gur.to and energy. The band talked to the crowd between songs and announced they were glad to be back at Longwood. Fighting Gravity, who are origi-
nally from Richmond, played many of their usual songs and even announced thai they would be issuing a new CD in February. The music was sharp and the singing was loud, but enthusiastic. The band play about an hour and half to the audience, some of whom were ng in a big cluster in front of the staj The night was clear and despite the weather predi it did not rain on the Saturday ol Longwoodfs Oktoberfest weekend. After a busy morning and afternoon full of games and booths, listening to the band was a perfect way to end the hectic, but fun-filled day.
well. On Sunday night, October 21,2001, the WWF Pay-per-view event No Mercy will be held at 7 p.m. in the ABC rooms. The event is co-sponsored by Phi Kappa Tau fraternity as well as Lancer Productions. Students should make sure not to miss out on the Acapella Showcase with musical groups Ball in the House and Four Shadow at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, 2001 in Jarman Au-
ditorium. The following night, at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 24, 2001 in the ballroom, Peter Jordan will be speaking on ghosts as the month approaches Halloween. Lip sync will also be held that night at 9 p.m. in Lancer Gym, so the new fraternity and sorority pledges will show off the skills they could have picked up from Milli Vanilli. Longwood students should keep in mind that for every Lancer
Productions event they attend, they will be entered into a drawing once they sign the guest book for that event. The drawing will take place the first week of December and students will be eligible to win such prizes as a DVD player, DVDs and more. So make sure to come out to Lancer Productions events to see how we spend your money, and in the meantime. Lancer Produtcions would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Fall Break!
Picnic Benefits St. Jude's MEG WOOLDR1DGE Features Editor A barbeque, benefiting St. Jude's Children's Hospital, was held Thursday, Oct. 11th on Lankford Lawn. The "St. Jude Jam" was sponsored by the American Marketing Association (AMA) and Phi Beta Lambda, the business club. From 5 to 8 p.m., students
feasted on free food and enjoyed some entertainment. Longwood students were encouraged during the previous week to sign up for the barbeque by writing down his/ her social security number so that Longwood Dining Services would count the picnic as one of the student's meals. Students also listened to the sounds of bands MickyFinn and Wilde Turkey, both of whom played at the event. MickyFinn
CD's were being sold and a table, at which students could donate money to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, will also present. Many different groups on campus attended the event. If you missed it however, the "Up Til Dawn" event next semester is not the same thing, but they are considered sister events in helping to raise money for the hospital.
Bread & Puppet Theater to perform at Longwood PRI-SS RELEASE The Bread & Puppet Theater, which is acclaimed foi its nts, will perform Oct. 2( ngwood College during a 10-day residency, my will pei Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26 and p.m. and Sunday, the 28th. at 3 p.m. in Jarman Theatre, as part of the Series of the Performing Arts. Tickets are $3 for students. $6 foi faculty/staff, and $8 for the public. Call the Jarman Box Office (395-2474), The Bread & Puppet Theater's traveling puppet shows, for audiences of all ages, "range from tightly composed
theater pieces presented by members of the company, to extensive outdoor pageants which require the training and articipation of many local people," according to its history, The pageants feature choruses of animal puppets, masked unmasked characters, flagrunners, oratorio-style improved music, and a marching band and sinsH The non-profit, self-supporiing company has staged "massive spectacles in the U.S., Europe and Latin America. Their pageants have a broad theme-oriented appeal ..They address social, political and environmental issues or simply the common urgencies of our lives."
In their residency, focusing on puppetry and performance, company members will work with I .ongw ood students from the Communication Studies and Theatre programs "and anyone el said Dr. Gene Muto. chai Department of Communication Studies and Theatre "They'n on improvization and big on audience participation." Bread & Puppet Theater, now based in ('lover. Vermont, was founded in the early 1960s on New York City's Lower Easi Side by Peter Schumann, a Silcsian-born sculptor and choreographer, who is still director. Originally it performed rod-puppet and hand-puppet shows for children in the neighborhood.
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PAGE 10 POLICE cont'd p. 1 dents feel that they have no other option. Pierson denied police harassment, but remarked, "at 1, 2, 3 a.m., who else is out there. Sometimes it is it is easy picking. I think you have a higher percentage out at that hour." In regards to Longwood's alcohol policy, Pierson concluded. "To what the mission of this college is and to what we are trying to promote here, I think you are not going to see the college taking any steps back." BOYS cont'd p.l So, in 1976, Longwood accepted 67 male residents, who were housed on first floor Tabb and second floor Fraizer, much to the chagrin of the female students. According to Dr. Willett, "If we were going to go coed and were going to do it right, we wanted to project an image that said to the men of Virginia. We want you to come here." Though the main goal of the panel was to get across the situation of the school at the time, warm memories resonated throughout the talk. Bracey recalled his first memories of visiting Longwood.
recounting "that there was something that I hope remains today: that infectious Longwood smile." Boyd, who spoke immediately afterward, laughed at Bracey's statement, "the women didn't smile at me," which prompted a great deal of laughter from those assembled. The two men also recalled memories of loud stereos, beer cans in windows and mixers to meet their female counterparts on campus. Mrs. Hallberg, a Zeta Tau Alpha and member of the Gyre during her years at Longwood. also told an equally funny story about the way girls dressed for class back then, stating that „we wore trench coats over our nightgowns and went to class." Upon hearing of the upcoming coeducation, she stated that "got involved" and noticed big things about the college" and also spoke of Yin and Yang and how the men "gave us a perfect balance." Dr. Wells recalled the girls in trench coats and nightgowns as well, having taught at Longwood for 40 years before her retirement in 2000, stating lhat "goodness knows what the trench coats cover now!
She stated that her job at the time coeducation was introduced to the faculty was "to examine the mix of academic programs for the students." She spoke of "male majors" that enabled the institution to explore Business Administration and Therapeutic Recreation, as well as the introduction of ROTC. She concluded her remarks by saying that coeducation has been "beneficial to the college." In an interesting footnote, the first male graduate of Longwood, one Walter J. Payne of Pamplin, died some 15 days prior to the panel discussion after an illness at the age of 94. Payne had earned his degree by going to summer school for five years. Also in attendance was 1977 graduate Kit A. Kenny, one of the first 12 students to ever receive a Bachelor, s of Science degree in Business Administration, a shaky major at the time. DIG cont'd p. 4 "This particular artifact probably dates back to the early 19th century." says Kim Belcher. Or it might even date back to Ihe early 19th century. Of
course, we don't know that for sure at this moment." Dr. Jordan chose an excellent area for an archeological dig. From Dr. Jordan's knowledge, many individuals in the 19th century would lose their belongings while walking across the street or even when riding in a wagon, since the wagon wheels used to bump up against the old cobbled stones in the sidewalk. According to photographic evidence," said Jordan, "the area that we are digging on used to be an old sidewalk that dates back to 1884." A large variety of students participated in the excavation, not only did the anthropology majors work on the site, but the students in Dr. Jordan's anthropology 101 class also searched for artifacts. "We have at least one [student] from every 16 majors involved. To me I believe the students should be closer to the college," remarked Jordan. Besides bringing them closer to the college, Dr. Jordan also wants the students to experience the thrill of touching sonicthing for the first time in at least a hundred years. Over 600 man-hours have been put into the excavation.
OCTOBER 12, 2001 Most of the students in Dr. Jordan's introductory classes worked 2 to 4 hour shifts, while some senior anthropology majors worked up to 6 hours in a given day, voluntarily. Overall, the students felt pleased with the excavation and the work they have done. SGA cont'd p.5 Adams and hopefully convince him to make an appearance on our campus. The money was allocated to the Student Health Partner and they will attend the conference at the end of this month. After all the groups had made their proposals, the Officers made their reports. Freshman Class President was sworn in by SGA President Katie Hall. Other subjects that were discussed were the recent idea to start The Virginian, the Longwood yearbook. The problems with getting students to vote for elections (publicity, methods of voting, etc.) were also discussed and some interesting ideas were brought up. The meeting closed after a lew more discussions on various topics including Lip Sync, which will be held October 24.
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Members of the Equestrian Team participate in the Oktoberfest Parade. Mr. and Ms. Oktoberfest seek shelter from the rainy weather.
Alumni Return for Baseball
TAYLOR DIXON year's team with those that he was Guest Writer a part of. After the clouds parted and Pfitzner stated, "Coach the rain faded away, it was a beau- Bolding has an eye for the stick. tiful day for baseball on Saturday, Brian Medley and LaRon Wilson October 7. The 2001 Old Timers both have bright futures ahead of Baseball game was considered an them." Oktoberfest success. This weekend also gave It was a chance for Long- another Lancer Old Timer, Tim wood Baseball alumni to come Bufkin, an opportunity to look back and see first hand the pro- back fondly on his playing days gram that they created along with and share the things he rememcoach Buddy Bolding. bers most. The day began with Coach Bufkin said, "I remember Bolding throwing baiting practice on long road trips how Coach to the Old Timers. Former greats would do things like compare aniMnrtnr Rnnrd members pet color-coordinated for the parade. like Scott Hueston, Travis mals contributions in nature to a I SGA Election Applications Available For: Pfitzner, and Terry Taylor swung ball players contributions on the the bat with grace and power like field. j- Senators they had never taken off their "He would say how some Associate member of Honor and Judicial Board Longwood uniforms. animals make huge contributions, Coach Bolding then pro- and some just don't do anything. j- Residence Hall Association President ceeded to give a touching speech, Those kinds of lessons are the I- Historian and handed out several awards to things I remember." players former and present who [ Publicity Chair Many people think that were all deserving of the acco- Coach Bolding's way of relating lade. everyday events to Baseball is unApplications will be available October 18 in the SGA office The ceremony was fol- paralleled. lowed by the first pitch, which Former Longwood ball (Room 218 in Lankford) and in Residence Hall front desks Athletic Director Don Lemish player Dave Bassett not only threw out. looked back on his playing days, Last came the ball game, All applications are due November 1 at 5 p.m. in the SGA office but also looked into the future. which had the throwback charm Bassett said, "When Coach i of the Old Timers and the flair of Bolding retires, Longwood Basethis year's club. ball will never be the same." For nine innings all LongWhether you were a player, wood baseball players, past and JARED UNDERWOOD alumni. a spectator, a guest manager, or a in the rain", she explained. "It Sports Editor Players decided not to keep actually stopped 20 minutes into present, were united by the thing parent, the Old Timers game was that they all love so much... base- a great chance for yesterday's and Even though the weather an official score. Everyone in- the game." today's players to unite and look So all in all, even though ball. wasn't ideal for the game, the volved enjoyed themselves the Old Timer and Longwood back on the many happy and sucopportunity to come together for the weather wasn't that great and Field Hockey Alumni game still some old-fashioned competition. the game wasn't all too close and great Rhett Pfitzner commented cessful years of Longwod Basewent on without a hitch. "It was GREAT seeing the exciting, everyone certainly had on Saturdays game, and how it ball... and also to look ahead at Field hockey, one of the gave him a chance to compare this many great years to come. world's oldest sports originating old alumni again especially since a good time. in Egypt, involves fierce compe- they were seniors when I was a VIAKE A DIFFERENCE NEXT SUMMER Holiday Lake 4-H Center (Central Vlr tition as players use ball dribbling freshman; it brought me back. It skills and passing techniques to was the largest attendance by the Âťinia) Summer Camp Staff Positions: Staff Coordinator, Waterfront Director, Resi alumni in years," said current cap- lent Lifegaurd, Nurse/EMT, Store Keeper/Office Assistant; Instructors: Canoeing, Riflery score. The weather didn't seem to tain Cheryl Andrukonis. \rchery, Outdoor Living Skills, Ropes Course (high & low) Barn Animals, Forestry Andrukonis was one of the dampen any of the spirits of the 'reforming Arts, Training Included. Application deadline: December 14, 2001 Em players and definitely didn't have many who didn't mind the cold )Ioymerit period: May28-August 16 Contact: Bryan Branch, Program Director 434 an effect on the scoring as the and the showers. "It was kind of fun playing 248-5444 Rt 2 Box 630 Appomattoz, VA bbranch@vt.edu current players dominated the
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Kappa Delta Kappa Delta philanthropies is to On October 23,1897, four strive to friends gathered in a dormitory become room and it was on this very af- a more ternoon that the hopes and charidreams of Kappa Delta sorority table came alive. Kappa Delta was person founded at the state female Nor- by conmal School (now Longwood tributing College), by Lenora Ashmore, in programs. Over Mary Sommerville Sparks, Sara the years Kappa Delta has Turner, and, Julia Gardiner Tyler adopted four National philanalmost 104 years ago, and since thropies, including Girl Scouts the start of its membership, it has of the U.S.A., Prevent Child grown to become over 168,000 Abuse America, Children's Hospital of Richmond, Virginia, and women throughout the world. These four extraordinary American Academy of Orthopewomen each had something spe- dic Surgeons Research Awards. Kappa Delta changes the cial to offer their sorority; honor, lives of so many within and outtrue friendship, a sense of duty, side of the sorority, through its and class, all of which Kappa idealistic views, principles, and Delta's pride themselves in. Not charitable services. only do the members seek to There is such a feeling of maintain these qualities and principles of the highest self, but also acceptance and obligation of rethey seek to bring forth these spect amongst all of the qualities in others. Members of sorority's members within the the sorority also put forth a lot chapter. It is such a compliment of time and effort into the pro- and honor to be a part of Kappa motion of social interest and Delta and to take part in its histhrough the involvement of torical traditions that have been past down from one sister to the many philanthropies. The primary goal of the next for so many generations.
Ringsend's Vertigo strikes a jazzy note
CINDY GREEN Guest Writer
GEORGE LANUM Staff Advisor
Ringsend, Richmond Based eccectic group of musicians, rec e n 11 y staged a successful CD release party at Charley's Waterfront Cafe. Ringsend consists of founders Chris Edwards on guitar and vocals and pianist John "Knuckles" Harvey. Chris Tully on bass and Anthony Allen on drums round out the band line up. Musically, Ringsend is a band impossible to nail down. Plan 9 would simply have to create a category under which to file this band for they
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defy any known label. Their influence stem from jazz, folk, and rock with funk beats and electronica overtones. Their tunes are ear catching to the point where one goes "that sound like..., no I mean...I'm not sure." Their newly released disc entitled Vertigo features twe 1e ve tracks, two of which are covers. The songs have that warm fami 1 iar feeling that gets your body moving. Only after a closer examination is the musical mind turned on. Their jazz
and pop melodies are layered with a multitude of guitar and keyboards. Allen offers an infectous groove with his drumming. The keyboard switches between piano and organ adding a variety of textures often missing from many songs. The vocals have a distinctly confident sound. Edwards plays in a jazzy style with mixed elements of fusion. Anthony bangs on a unique combination of acoustic and electric drums, while Tully uses a varied array of effects on his grooving bass lines. Harvey adds tonal layers and vastly shapes the material, switching between an electronic piano, a Hammond Organ, a Clavinet, and a Moog synthesizer. Singer/guitarist Chris Edward, originally hailing from Alabama joined up with John Harvey in Lexington at Washington and Lee. With the addition of Chris Tully from the New York punk/ska scene and Anthony Allen from DC, Ringsend was complete.
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COMICS & SUCH
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by Brandon Yowell
IF VOU WERE BORN THIS WEEK... 1. Your charm and charismatic nature will often be mistaken as a side-effect of continuous drug usage. 2. Cats and other small creatures will shy away from you for fear of being molested or mistaken for fuzzy rocks. 3. You joined the military to better your future career as an unarmed vigilante. 4. If you are male, than women see you as "just one of the girls". If you are a woman, you to are often mistaken for a fuzzy rock. 5. Your singing ability ranks up there with that feeling you get from chewing aluminum foil. 6. You could easily pass for the Antichrist if you would just apply yourself. 7. A family of albino squirrels has taken to worshiping you as their god.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK The psychiatrist knows all and does nothing. The surgeon knows nothing and does all. The dermatologist knows nothing and does nothing. The pathologist knows everything, but a day too late. -Old Adage
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Men's Soccer Ties School Record In Dominating Win GREG PROUTY Sports Information Long wood split two conference matches last week, tying a iil-rccord for single-match goals with a 14-0 shutout past lerson(S.C) Oct. 6 after falling 5-2 at Queens (N.C.) Oct. 3. The Lancers are now 7-5 overall. 4-3 in the CVAC, and scheduled to play at CVAC opponent St. Andrews (N.C ) Oct. LC previously scored 14 goals back in 1986 during a season-opening 14-0 triumph past The Apprentice School of Newport News. Against winless Anderson (0-13). LC scored seven goals during each half while tying the single-match scoring mark. Senior All-Amcrican Andy Plum/ Nokesville-Brcntsville led the Lancers with a "hat-trick" of three goals, also adding two assists. while sophomore Mark Connelly/ Warrenton-Fauquier added his own "hat-trick" of three goals as well. Seniors Jay Yount/
Montclair-C.D. Hylton and Jason Fargo/Ruckersvi lie- William Monroe added three assists and two goals, respectively, and junior Rob Ardaiolo/Monlclair-C.D. Hylton contributed two assists. Other scoring included seniors Josh Powell AVoodbridgeGar-Field (lg) and Mike Walsh/ Manassas-Osboum (lg), sophomore Shawn Spilman/CincinnatiOak Hills (lg), freshmen Stuart Bertsch/Norfolk-Maury (lg), Tim Caruso/Virginia Beach-Princess Anne (lg). and Matt Dishncr/Forest-Jeffcrson Forest (lg). along with senior Stew Gregory III/ Dcerfield, Nil-Manchester West (la) and junior Alan Biggio/ Bedford-Liberty (la). The scores by Caruso and Dishner are collegiate firsts. Freshman keeper Aaron Chandler/Woodbridge-Woodbridgc made two saves to record a shutout during his collegiate debut in front of the net as the hosts outshot the visitors 29-2. At Queens, the Lancers trailed just 2-1 at the half but could not narrow'the final margin. Senior Steven Collett/Chesa-
peake-Western Branch led LC with one goal and one . while Connelly added the other goal. Walsh contributed one assist, while junior keeper John Kennedy/Norfolk-Catholic made two saves Through 12 matches, Longwood is led in scoring by Plum (5g, 6a, 16p, 1.45), Connelly (7g. 2a, 16p, 1.45), and Bertsch(7g,2a,16p, 1.33). These three are followed by Shawn Spilman (3g, 7a, 13p, 1.08), Collett (4g. 2a. lOp, 0.83), Fargo (4g, 8p. 0.73). Yount (2g, 4a, 8p, 0.67), Gregory III (2g, la. 5p, 0.45), Walsh (lg, la, 3p, 0.27), Ardaiolo (2a, 2p. 0.20), Powell (lg, 2p, 0.18). Dishner (lg, 2p, 0.29), Caruso (lg, 2p, 0.40), and Biggio (la, lp, 0.25). Chandler (90:00) is perfect in his only net appearance, while Kennedy (1014:00) has allowed 25 goals for a 2.22 goals against average with 46 saves for a .648 save percentage and one shutout. Following the match at St. Andrews, Longwood travels to conference rival Belmont Abbey (N.C.) Oct. 13.
Women's Soccer On a Roll GREG PROUTY Sports Information Longwood, ranked #15 in the NSCAA Division II National Poll, won two more conference matches last week with a home shutout past Anderson (S.C.) 9-0 Oct. 6 after a 4-0 road win at Queens (N.C.) Oct. 3. The Lancers, also ranked #2 in the NSCAA Southeast Region Poll, are now 10-0-1 overall, 7-0 in the CVAC, and scheduled to play at CVAC opponent St. Andrews (N.C.) Oct. 9. LC, continuing its finest start in the program's eight-year history while improving its schoolrecord unbeaten streak to 11 games, has registered threestraight shutouts in conference action, outscoring its league foes 16-0 during the last three matches. Against Anderson, LC led 4-0 at halftime and never looked back. The Lancers were led by junior Irene Vlasidis/MidlothianJamcs River and freshman Sarah Mathis/Richmond-James River with two goals each — the first two collegiate scores by Mathis.
Junior Brooke Cooper/Virginia Beach-Norfolk Collegiate, sophomore Erin Kennedy/Crozet-Western Albemarle, and freshman April Novynka/Virginia BeachOcean Lakes each tallied a goal and an assist. Other scoring included senior Jennifer Gombo/Burke-Lake Braddock (I g), junior Mia Capps/ Virginia Beach-Kempsville (lg), senior Melodie Massey/Virginia Beach-Floyd E. Kellam (la), and junior Tricia Root/Gambrills, Md.-Bishop Ireton (Va.) (la). Freshman keeper Lindsay Naill/ Alexandria-Bishop Ireton, aided by the extremely talented Lancer defense, only needed one save to preserve the shutout — her fifth this season — as LC outshot the Trojans 27-1. At Queens, the Lancers led 3-0 at the half and never were threatened in the conference road match. LC was led by Massey with two goals and one assist, while sophomore Phoebe Munson/Virginia BeachTallwood added one goal and two assists. Sophomore Brandi
Barfield/Sterling-Potomac Falls contributed one goal as well, while freshmen Laura Kilmartin/ Virginia Beach-Ocean Lakes and Sarah Pine/Norfolk-Maury each added one assist. Naill made two saves to preserve the shutout as LC outshot the Royals 13-2. Through 11 matches, Longwood continues to be very balanced in its attack (17 of 22 field players have scored), and is led in scoring by Munson with eight goals and three assists for 19 points (1.73). Munson is followed by Massey (4g, 2a, lOp, 0.91), Cooper (3g, 3a, 9p, 0.82), Barfield (4g, 8p, 0.73), Capps (lg, 5a, 7p, 0.64), Novynka (2g, 3a, 7p, 0.64), Vlasidis (2g, 2a, 6p, 0.60), Kilmartin (2g, 2a, 6p, 0.60), Kennedy (2g, 2a, 6p, 1.20), Gombo (2g, la, 5p, 0.45), junior Rigel Lockett/Stafford-North Stafford (2g, 4p, 0.36), Mathis (2g, 4p, LOO), freshman Christine Clay/Amelia-Amelia County (1 g, 1 a, 3p, 0.30), Root (3a, 3p, 0.27), sophomore Holly Belcher/Chesapeake-Hickory (lg, 2p, 0.18), freshman Sarah Pine/Norfolk-
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Field Hockey Wins Big Over Randolph Macon Longwood triumphed past NCAA Division III opponent Randolph-Macon 7-0 October 2. The Lancers improved to 5-6 and will travel to Pennsylvania October 13-15 to face Lock Haven, Slippery Rock, and Mansfield, respectively. At R-MC, the Lancers entered the intermission with a 50 lead and recorded a pair of second half goals to secure the convincing road win. • Longwood got its first goal from freshman Lorrie Watts/ Fredericksburg-Stafford with 29:11 remaining in the first half, while junior Sarah Grossi/BurkeRobinson Secondary found the back of the cage next with 26:21 remaining. Senior Cheryl Andrukonis/ Fairfax-W.T Woodson recorded the next two goals for Longwood and Grossi tallied her second goal of the match with 20:02 left before the intermission to allow the Lancers to enter the second-half with a commanding lead. Senior Brianne Baylor/Virginia BeachFrank W. Cox converted on a pen-
alty-stroke midway through the second half to add to the lead, while Grossi posted her first "hat trick" of three goals of the season with 11 43 remaining in the match off a pass from Baylor. Freshman goalkeeper Julie Patterson/EsmontMonticello made five saves and - aided by a grudging LC defense — recorded her first collegiate shutout as the Lancers outshot the YellowJackets 36-5. Through 11 matches, Baylor continues to lead the Lancers in scoring with 19 goals and eight assists for 46 points, followed by Andrukonis (8g, 4a, 20p), Grossi (5g, 4a, 14p), Watts (lg, 3a, 5p), sophomore Erin Sixsmith/Alexandria-West Potomac (2g, 4p), junior Emily Prothero/Virginia Beach-Princess Anne (lg, la, 3p), along with freshman Rashel Teach/Virginia Beach-Ocean Lakes (lg, 2p). Patterson has recorded 99 saves between the pipes for a .805 save percentage and a 2.17 goals against average. Following the Pennsylvania trip, Longwood will return home October 20 to host East Stroudsburg (Pa.) at 12 p.m. at Barlow Field.
Maury (2a, 2p, 0.18), and sophomore Gina Powell/Bowie, Md.Elizabeth Seton (la, lp, 0.09). The Lancer defense continues to be impressive as well, and has allowed just five goals all season (0.44). It has helped Naill (887:00) post some outstanding numbers: allowing just four goals for a 0.41 goals against average with 32 saves for a .889 save percentage and the five shutouts. Freshman Kim Wood/Vienna-
James Madison (133:00) has allowed only one goal for a 0.68 goals against average with three saves for a .750 save percentage and one shutout. Following the match at St. Andrews, Longwood travels to conference rival Belmont Abbey (N.C.) Oct. 13 for an important match as the nationally-ranked Crusaders (10-2,7-1) are just one game back of the Lancers in the CVAC standings.
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SPORTS Longwood to Host Third-Annual "Midnight Madness"
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Longwood College is hosting the third-annual 'Midnight Madness' October 17 in Lancer Hall to celebrate the upcoming 2001-02 season of Lancer basketball. The doors open at 10:15 p.m. and the first 150 people will receive a free 'Midnight Madness' t-shirt. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Over $10,000 In Prizes Could Be Given Away In addition to the public debut of the Longwood basketball teams, the evening will feature various contests and shootouts with possible prizes totaling over $10,000. There will be two $5,000 shots, along with a drawing for a book voucher to be used in the Longwood/Barnes & Noble Bookstore. Scrimmages, 3-Point Shootout, Slam-Dunk Contest The Longwood basketball teams will be introduced during the evening and each team will follow with a six-minute scrimmage. Preceding the two-$5,000 shots, the Lancers will showcase their talent and athleticism in a three-point shootout and a slam-dunk contest. Midnight Madness Schedule, Wednesday, OcL 17 ©Lancer Hall Doors Open At 10:15 p.m. National Anthem Sung By Jessica Jones Longwood College Dance Team Dizzy Bat Contest Musical Hoops Longwood College Dance Company Blindfold Shoot-Out Longwood College Cheerleaders 11:20 p m. — Introductions of the Lancer Basketball teams Three-Point Shoot-Out Slam-Dunk Contest Women's Scrimmage (six-minute scrimmage) Men's Scrimmage (six-minute scrimmageO) Two $5,000 Shots Midnight — Drawing For Book Voucher Winner
Cross Country Gaining Respect MELISSA KRISTOEAK Sports Information
The Longwood cross country teams competed Saturday in the Bridgewatcr Invitational ai the Rockingham County Fairgrounds. The Lancer women finished fourth out of a field of six teams with 85 points - Eastern Mennonite captured the win with 34 points. The Lancer men competed individually and finished 28th, 31 st, and 32nd, respectively. For the women, freshman Lynette Robinson/MineralLouisa County crossed the finish line at 20:33 to take seventh place among the 44 runners, while senior Erin McGowan/MidlothianSt. Gertrude placed 17th with a time of 22:09. Other LC times included sophomore Angela Atkins/SalemGlenvar(l9th, 22:30), sophomore Kristel Moser/RoanokeNorthside (20th, 22:38), senior Cindy Owcn/C!over-Halifax County (22nd. 22:59). freshman
Jessica Walton/WilliamsburgJamestown (24th. 23:09), along with junior Pretzel Kelly/Virginia Beach-Salcm(37th. 26:59) Through two meets. Robinson continues to lead the
Lancer women with two top-ten finishes. She currently holds the fastest J. I mile lime for LC with 20:33, followed by McGowan
(21:21), Walton (21:32), Atkins (22:16), Moscr (22:38), Kelly (22:46), Owen (22:59). freshman Laura Burgess/Lanexa-Ncw Kent (24:02), sophomore Leslie Linebcrry/Glen Allen-Hermitage (26:33), along with freshman Amanda Foskey/WilhamsburgJamestown (28:50). For the Lancer men, senior Kevin Rock/Newport News-Peninsula Catholic captured 28th place among the 36 runners with a time of 34:07, while freshmen Nick Cossa/Vienna-Flint Hill finished in 31st and Sean Quinn/ Chesapeake-Indian River crossed the finish line at 39:42 to take 32nd. Through three meets. Rock currently holds the best 5-mile time for the Lancer men with 34:03, followed by Cossa (37:151. Quinn (37:33). and freshman Mike Burns/Burke-Lakc Braddock (38:12). Longwood will return to action October I 3 at the Virginia Division II-II1 State Champioi ships in Bridgewatcr. Va. at 10 am
Robinson Named Enough of the Whining Player of the Week JARED UNDERWOOD Sports Editor
GREG PROUTY (3.1 miles) course in Salem to Sports Information lead Longwood to a sixth-place Longwood College team finish among 12 competing women's cross country standout institutions. Lynctte Robinson/MineralRobinson has been the top Louisa County finisher for has been sethe Lancers lected as this in each of week's their first Longwood/ t w o Domino's invitationals 'Player of the during the Week'. The inaugural Lancer honorseason of ees are chosen cross counby the try competiCollege's tion for the sports informaCollege. Her tion office. 20:44 this Robinson, past weeka freshman, finend ranks as ished 12th the llth-best among 102 time among runners at the all CVAC Maroon Invitarunners this tional Sept. 29 fall. Lynette hosted by Roanoke College. The first-year is the daughter of Lewis Jr. and student-athlete ran a collegiate- Patricia Robinson of Mineral and best 20:44 over the 5,000-meter is a Spanish major at Longwood.
First of all, let me begin by apologizing for my unnecessary and uncalled for whining that you were subjected to last week. I was wrong. It has been brought to my attention from someone that these pages are read and we here at The Rotunda are appreciated. I would like to thank those who do read these pages and applaud you for not ripping my head off or kicking me in important areas because of my feeble attempt at getting some attention and pity. Now let us begin. I really feel for the cross country team. They are trying to compete, but this is their inaugural season and they shouldn't be expected to run away from the competition. Not to say they aren't competing. They are beginning to gain respectablility, especially with the efforts of freshman Lynette Robinson. The women have had very respetable finishes this year in their first three invitationals. The men haven't been quite as successful as the women but look
at it this way - at least they are finishing the meets now. As much as it pains me to say, the field hockey team has struggled this year as well. The losses of goalies Stephanie Potter and Laura Eynon have had an effect on the team Freshman Julie Patterson has been outstanding, don't get me wrong. But the one thing she can't replace is the experience that came with Potter
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and Eynon. The graduation of Claudia Reyes has not helped matters either. The team is young, but they are still good. Make no mistake though, the field hockey will get better with experience, and with captains Brianne Baylor and Cheryl Andrukonis leading the way, look out for the Lady Lancers. Questions or comments? Email me aljlunderw.
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