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Volume 82, Number 1
September 5, 2002
Stvidents Weigk In On Budget Cuts James Hare Opinion Editor Thanks to a large state budget deficit and no new sources of funding becoming available, Virginia's higher education system is pondering what the effects of further budget cuts will be. With higher education having been cut in the past, will further budget cuts jeopardize the quality of education in Virginia's colleges and universities? Some Longwood students do not believe so. As senior Temple Lowry said, "Professors will not leave Longwood because they are too enthusiastic about the students and the town to leave." She seemed less worned about the departure of quality faculty members than about the physical detenoration of the campus and campus facilities. She further mentioned that "a new theatre [building] has been
promised since my first year at Longwood, and nothing has been done." Students also question some of the financial pnorities the administration has set. Thomas Aguero, a freshman, questioned whether rebuilding the streets of campus was as important as renovating dormitory buildings so all build ings have air conditioning and other modern amenities. Aguero also said that "Longwood needs to try to develop better ties with businesses in order to use them as a funding source." Aguero also asked how the administration believed it would be possible to "increase the size of the school without building new dorms to accommodate more students." The priorities of a growing school are very important to sophomore Jenna Foster who said, "while budget cuts will not
direcdy affect the quality of education students receive, it will affect things like the quality of food, dorms, parking and other important parts of the university. If important areas like these are overlooked, they will eventually affect the quality of education." Foster also said that "enthusiastic faculty will stay at Longwood, while faculty members who are more concerned about the financial bottom line may have to leave." Further budget cuts in Virginia's education system will sorely stretch the abilities of colleges and universities to cope with the challenges ahead. During a time when money is necessary for building projects to accommodate more students, money is becoming harder to come by. This type of budget crunch may cause problems in the future.
Longwood Joins Effort to Conserve Water Liz Richards Assistant Editor Four weeks ago, Farmville was placed on a water restriction, due to a water shortage this town has not experienced in almost sixty years. The Appomattox River, where Farmville receives its water, has reached extremely low levels,
causing many Virginia cities to regulate their water usage. Currendy, it is illegal for anyone to water their lawn, and commercial car wash facilities are only open between the hours of noon and 8 p.m. Not adhering to the regulations is considered a class one misdemeanor, and could result in a $250 fine. Past restrictions that prohibited anyone from
The Appomattox River, Farmville's main water source, has reached dangerously low levels, leading to water restriction efforts
washing their car, at any hour, was lifted as of last week. Longwood has done its best to inform its residents to regulate their water usage by making bulletin boards and posting flyers in every residence hall with information on how to conserve water. Some of the suggestions made to on campus students are to limit their showering time to four minutes, and not to leave sink water running when it is not being used. The dining hall has been using plastic utensils, which cuts back on water expenditure used in washing the traditional ceramic dishes. The only drawback of using the plastic utensils is that "they cost Aramark more money to order the large shipments of utensils, than it does to actually wash the dishes," said Michael Clements, Director of Residence Education and Housing. There has been speculation See WATER p.4
Constructing Longwood University Kristina Locrch Staff Wntrr Walking around campus, it becomes evident that major con struction is already in progress or commencing. Occurring simultaneously is the rebuilding of Grainger as well as the Rotunda, but most evident is the work on Brock Commons. The construction of Pine St. into a pedestrian mall, Brock Commons, started three weeks ago and is scheduled to be completed next fall. PresenUy, construction is well underway with modifications relocating utility, water, steam, communication and sewer lines beneath Lankford. How will all this construction affect pedestrian and vehicular traffic as well as campus life? "We are going to leave the major pathways open for as long as we can," said Brent Douglas,
Director of Facilities Management. The sidewalk in front of Her that leads up to the ramp entering the dining hall will be open throughout the construction. The sidewalks on both sides of the Student Union will be closed, but a pedestrian walkway will be created to connect Lankford to the Dining Hall. The Library will only be accessible from the back entrance, facing Race St. Lancer Gym will always be reachable from the Spruce St. entrance while part way through construction the Pine St. entrance will close. In addition, traffic patterns are changing as Pine St. is now per manendy closed between High St. and Chamber St. as well as from Madison St. to Redford St. with no vehicular traffic allowed. See CONSTRUCTION P. 4
Editorial
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Trevor Potts
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Welcome to the first Fall 2002 edition of The Rotunda. This year, we have the best staff ever, the perfect combination of new members plus returning veterans who know what it's like to stay up until 4 a.m. working on the paper. This year, The Rotunda joined forces with the Communications Department to allow interested students to contribute weekly articles for credit. This new plan means that we can bring Ix>ngwood a wider variety of stories, while appealing to a broader base of individuals. In the past, we distributed the first Rotunda during the second full week of school, but this year we decided to publish The Rotunda
a week earlier. The goal for this issue is twofold. For starters, our staff wanted to provide a comprehensive guide to life on campus for the freshmen and new students, the goal being that on Thursdays The Rotunda is the place to look for the latest news and things to do. Our second goal was to remind the returning Ix>ngwood students that as the campus' sole newspaper, we strive to provide accurate and up-to-minute information. 1 am excited to begin my third year working on The Rotunda, as well as my final year at Longwood. I realize that others before me have experienced the same feelings that I am right now, from fear to excitement to wondering what the heck to do with my life. 1 know that I am not the first, or the last, editor to work in these offices and marvel at the process
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Staff Writers: Matt Garnett, Kristina Loerch, Jennifer Meunier, Erin Myers, Leslie Smith, Ellie Woodruff The Rotunda, the student newspaper at Longwood University, is published weekly during the academic year (except holidays and exam periods) 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 nine p.m. the Sunday prior to the next Thursday's pub lication. All letters to the editor must be typed and include name and telephone number. Any person wishing to have his/her name not appear on the published letter must request so in writing. The Rotunda is an equal opportunity employer and is looking for people who are interested in wnting or layout. We currendy have positions available and ask anyone who is interested to come to our meetings, Mondays at 9:15 p.m.
of producing a newspaper, starting with story assignments and ending with printing at The Farmville Herald (thanks for all the help, Paul). Seeing students, faculty, and staff reading The Rotunda on Thursday afternoons makes my job worth every minute that I spend here. I love seeing tangible evidence of the hard work that the staff puts in every week- that's why journalism is such a rewarding field. I personally want to wish all seniors a great year full of rewards for hard work and a lifetime of memories. Don't forget to pick up your caps from the bookstore for Convocation next Thursday- ask a friend to decorate yours!
Dawn Kanehl Editor-in-Chief
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campuses nationwide have in recent years taken to combating university efforts to control free speech. Recent Demonstrations at West Virginia University, the University of Mississippi and Iowa State University have led these schools to revise their policies, each adding additional "zones" and calling them "speakers corners." Explains UM's Reardon, "We wanted to designate areas where free speech occurs. It makes it easier to have areas where people know something is going on, so they can choose to listen or to avoid it" I mention these issues not to stir unrest here at Longwood. In fact, in my years at the school, I have found the administration impressively open to constructive critique from faculty and students alike. In the year ahead, I wish to add my energies to our institution's commitment to this mission of
In 1988 the US. Supreme Court ruled that students do not have the same First Amendment rights as their non-schooling peers. In Hazelwood School District vs. Kuhlmeier, the Court stated, "a school need not tolerate student speech that is inconsistent with its basic educational mission." To this end, the Court also ruled that administrators can "impose reasonable restrictions on student publications, and if need be, can confine open speech to specific "free speech zones" on and around campuses during specific hours. With regard to his position's policy, University of Mississippi Dean of Students Thomas Reardon states the official line direcdy: "Free speech is free speech, but the university has the right to restrict time, place and manner." Largely in response to the 1988 ruling, student activists on See OPINION p.3
Letters to the Editor Frustrated With Fences? I realize that the following words will probably fall on deaf ears. I came to this realization today as I was walking back from class and noted that students were walking around like rats in a maze. It seems that Longwood University and those that are supporters of the Brock Commons project, in their infinite wisdom, decided to block off not only the street, but also the sidewalks so that now it is extremely difficult to get from one end of campus to the other. Now I realize that I had my chance to complain early last year when they first were examining the idea. But I wanted to be patient. I thought it was a dumb idea then to spend $2 million on an overgrown sidewalk given that we have students that are living five and six to a room because the school decided to accept more people than it had room for. I also thought that it was asinine given the fact that schools twice as small as longwood had basic amenities such as air conditioning
and enough laundry facilities for everyone to use. Despite these feelings, I wanted to see how this would turn out. That was my mistake. However, as I have learned over the past two years, it is tradition at Longwood for the school to do what it wants despite the student's (you know, the ones that pay tuition and salaries and things of that nature) objections. So even if I had expressed my discontent then, as I am now, the reaction would probably be the same. But the fact that I'm inconvenienced does not bother me as much as the obvious safety concerns that this blockage presents. I am really interested to see what happens when someone in one of the academic buildings or in Cunningham gets ill or injured, and they have to bring an ambulance on to the campus to pick them up. Perhaps Longwood would rather buy the First Responders a stretcher and they can just push them to the hospi-
tal. Oh wait... the First Response vehicle cannot get to them either with the sidewalks blocked off. So I guess that the injured/ill student just has to "take one" for his or her school and just remain injured or sick. Worse yet, what happens when another fire breaks out on campus? How would fire-fighting equipment be able to arrive on scene with the streets completely blocked off? These are things that Longwood obviously did not think about as they decided to plan the Brock Commons project. It's even more obvious that even though these concerns are now being raised, they are falling on deaf ears. After all, who cares if someone dies or is unable to travel to class, or go from one end of the school to the other...as long as the campus looks good that's all that really matters?
Sincerely, Officer Willard A. Vaughn
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Longwood University has recently been praised by the Virginia Secretary of Technology as one of Virginia's best schools with regards to our utilization of technology. That's high praise from a high seat, and should be considered as the honor it is; however, the fact that Ix>ngwood has been so honored requires us to try a little harder to show what kind of institutional commitment we have to maintaining our information technology infrastructure. In these changing times, many of us are completely baffled by the technology we've come to depend on, and a new "shaman" class has emerged in almost all organizations: the information technology (or IT) department. I-ate last semester, I had the privilege of attending an SGA meeting where the IT department made a presentation regarding the use of "entertainment" software on campus. Specifically, the IT department was referring to the use of software such as KaZaa and Morpheus. Their presentation was very nicely made; they had
lem. The IT department seems to enjoy blaming students for their own mistakes, and this is another case of that. Instead of pointing out that the real bottleneck was not student use, but the antiquated network they are forced to use, the IT representatives made a clear error. IT is responsible for this network, but even with funds from EVERY student at Longwood that should be sufficient to upgrade the campus network to newer technology, we still do not use even last year's technology. Instead, we rely on a network architecture that for all intents and purposes is exactly the same as when it was first built. While IT admits the need to upgrade these systems on their "Network Topology" page they were unwilling to admit that part of the problem of network bandwith came from this important angle. Instead they chose to blame the students and do so in a way that the students would be unable to defend themselves: by technological double talk. The unfortunate part of this is that by talking over the heads of the students, IT has completely sidestepped meaningful debate on these issues. Instead of being clear
Power Point graphics and lots of technobabble to support their point which was "the students have over-utilized our resources, and as a result we must install filters to deny them that ability." On its face, this statement seemed reasonable. Students do tend to use these types of software quite a bit, and the bandwith demands are high. According to the IT presentation, at their highest point, the ports these types of software traditionally run on were clogged with 43 mbps of network traffic. Their presentation was flawless. They demonstrated their enormous knowledge and used many important technical terms to describe the data they presented. After their presentation, it was clear that student use was running away with all the network bandwith available and had to be stopped. They even suggested buying "traffic-shaping" equipment to help alleviate the problem. The SGA was interested and willing to help in any way. There's -only one small prob-
in their requests of students, IT generally issues edicts, which, if backed up by any explanation at all, are so filled with "technobabble" as to be incomprehensible by the average student at Longwood. To fix this problem IT needs to do two things. First, replace the outdated wiring in the dorm buildings and any other building serviced by Longwood. With newer wiring, students can make use of the higher-speed Ethernet cards their laptops are equipped with and overall network traffic will be noticeably improved. In addition, IT can learn to be more forthcoming with students and try relying less on technobabble and more on making honest, easy to understand answers to the technical questions of the campus. By doing so, they can become a valued partner in making Longwood a better place. If they choose not to do so, they will only have solidified their position as an outside interloper meddling in the affairs of students in unwanted and questionable ways. <
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Selling September 11? Amy Whipple Pubic Relations Manager
Nine months ago, my everknowledgeable roommate and I were watching the evening news when a clip aired about a special 9/11 flag. A resident of Richmond created the flag, using different symbols for civilians, firefighters, and police officers, to commemorate all of those who died in both the World Trade Center towers and the Pentagon. Oh, but this isn't just a flag that will be distributed to families, schools, and the like, it's a hot item that will be for sale starting September 11, 2002. And that's not all. Anyone who hasn't been under a rock the past year has seen the growing number of economical helpers (doesn't that sound so P.C.?) that also attempt to boost the country's morale. I'm talking flags, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and everything else imaginable, right down to the label on Perdue chicken. Our desire to be patriotic has become so engrained in the past year that it's passe. But that's what America is all about, is it not? Forget a car in every garage and a chicken in every pot, 1 want to sec a flag in every child's hand and an "I (heart) America"
OPINION cont'd p.2 citizen-leadership. I look forward to working closely with The Rotunda staff, led by its able Editor-in-Chief Dawn Kanehl, in furthering this school's commitment to constructive dialogue and active student engagement this year and in years ahead. I am also pleased to see such a motivated, creative group of young scholars on staff this year, many of whom also share my interest in seeing The Rotunda rise to the challenge of addressing regional and national affairs this year. I wish
bumper sticker on every car. And 1 want to see the profit for every single one of those items. Stuff like this makes me sicker than hell. By September 12 last year, I was done being angry at terrorists, and 1 was angry at the Man. Ixave it to America to make a profit off of a tragedy. 1 brought this up with my friend Jason, and he asked a very valid question: "If we can make a profit off of Jesus, why not 9/11?" That's my point, though, why should we make a profit off of things like Jesus and 9/11? Oh, and not to mention the combined factor of "God Bless America." We can't use God in the Pledge of Allegiance, but we can cash in a few extra
Washington Post online, and on September 1, Howard Kurtz wrote an article about the media relating to 9/11 issues. Just about every major publication has gone back to the same old stories: teenage girls, vegetarianism, and how sexy Tony Randal looks without his shirt. A day that changed our lives forever really only changed it for a few months. We've grown weary of hearing about troops in the Middle East and cultural differences. Because that's all it really is: one big fat cultural difference that has existed longer than our grandparents have been alive. We can back off all we like, but the fact of the matter is still there. America has proliferated cultures all over the world. I'm not saying what we've done is right, but what's done is done.
checks off of "God will kick your ass if you come near us again" buttons. I would like to ask all of you, who actually gave a damn on September 10? 1 would also like to ask, who has faded, crooked, and curling stickers hastily pasted on their back windshields in an attempt to be like everyone else? Who sent their dollars, time, and prayers to those in need? Who really cares now about anything except for the flailing economy and J Lo? Every morning, 1 read The
And 9/11 is done. No amount of patriotism is going to change that. People are dead, families are broken, and the economy is shot. According to various polls, Americans are, for the most part, over their fears of terrorism, over God, and over buying into all of that I (heart) America crap. We are not, however, over selling our nation to other countries. What better of an opportunity than to sport the pride of America and God and economics? As my friend Dan said, "It doesn't really look like God minds." Sometimes I just can't help but wonder if he's right.
naturally to likewise extend my thanks to the now-retired Dr. Bill Woods for his years of commitment to this publication, and to the English Department for its assistance in making this year's transitions possible. I close by issuing a challenge to you - each student, staff, and faculty member who finds this year that he or she has something to say -- to dare to put your fingers to the keys, to contribute your thoughts, to have your own verse added to
this year's story. I welcome your feedback and story ideas directly (tgpotts@longwood.edu). The philosopher John Dewey once said that democracy begins in conversation. I think he meant that when you get down to it, there's something really, really special about a place where ideas can truly flow and engage one another in an open field of debate. Let us rise to that standard this year and help Longwood University realize for years to come the fullest potential of its mission and of its students.
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Studij Says 'Freskman 15' Has Little Basis In Reality Libby George U-Win Before leaving for school, many freshmen feel more pressure to maintain their weight than their grades. "No one wants to be the fat girl when they go home," said journalism sophomore Rebckah Colonder. "The partying and the late night studying make it hard sometimes." But according to Maria Reicks, University of Minnesota associate professor of food science and nutrition, the "freshman 15" might be more of a myth than a reality. A 2001 study conducted by the American College of Health found there was, in fact, no weight gain among freshmen. "It's something that's more based on anecdotal evidence than hard evidence," Reicks said. "Everybody knows somebody that gained weight their freshman CONSTRUCTION cont'd p. 1 With all of these major changes come heavy machinery and noise. During fall training, the Resident Assistants were informed by Brent Douglas that he would do his best to work with Ayers Saint Gross to postpone early morning construction because of the loud noise it produces. However, it is not guaranteed
year, but this isn't an issue that's researched." Many University freshmen do not see collegiate weight gain as a primary concern. "No one is too worried about it," computer science freshman Matt Garcia said. "It's the last thing on their minds now." Several students said the University's square footage would help them stay in shape. "Basically, it's a big campus and I walk everywhere," said Emily Egart, a photography and journalism freshman. "It's under my control, I guess." However, some students say they are concerned college life will expand their waistlines as much as their brain power. "I'm worried about it," biology freshman Anne Christensen said. "Everybody says that your freshman year you are going to gain 15 pounds, but I'm pretty into exercising, so I'm not going to stop
eating or anything." Although their class rank implies they are, freshman are not the only ones concerned about possible weight gain. "Now that I'm on the meal plan I'm a little worried," said Shahrzad Grami, a biomedical engineering sophomore. "It's a little overwhelming with all the food." Regardless of the lack of solid evidence, Reicks said several factors make freshmen susceptible to weight gain. "When you're in the dorm, there's a whole lot more (food) available. There's also a new social setting where food is a method of socializing," she said. "It's pretty good food in the dorms, and you can eat as much as you want, but you are pretty active walking to class," College of Liberal Arts freshman Derek l'arder said.
that on various occasions students will not be awakened by the noise. The future of Longwood will see projects such as the Bed ford/Wygal connector as design starts this winter and is scheduled to begin late in 2003. The addition and connection to both buildings will upgrade and add to the programs. Renovating Jarman is approximately on the same schedule but will start in late 2003 or early 2004. The reconstruction of the
Rotunda will start in late October and is projected to finish in the fall of 2004. The new science building is also scheduled to commence this winter and finish in two years. For a comprehensive look at campus development and up to date information, visit http://www.longwood.edu/construction. If you have any questions or comments e-mail them to brockcom@longwood.edu..
September 5, 2002 WATER cont'd p.l that Longwood will close down if water conditions don't get any better. "That is absolutely not true, the administration has agreed that it [closing Longwood] would be completely out of the question," said Clements. According to Spates, an idea of pushing back the opening day of campus was brought up, "but at that time, some of the kids had already started to move back into town." If conditions don't get better, there are other water sources from various lakes and wells that can be used. "Recendy, water had to be taken, in buckets, from Wilks Lake, just so we could water the grass on campus. We have to keep
our plants and vegetation looking nice," said Clements. Farmville generally uses about 800,000 gallons per day (Longwood uses about 200,000). The town is now down to about 100,000 gallons per day, with no word on Longwood's conservation rates. To better prepare themselves for future water shortages, Farmville has recendy been approved to get their water supply from the Sandyriver Reservoir, allotting the town approximately twelve million gallons per day. Regarding the lengthy nature of this water shortage, Spates said, "the conditions we are experiencing have been predicted to last five years, and we are in the middle of year three. We can expect to be in
See FRESHMAN p.9
Overpriced Book Sold To Students An English 101 text, the "Redbird Reader," was sold at close to $50 this summer to students who bought their books at Barnes and Noble College the bookstore. Bookstore in the Bone Student The correct retail price of the Center at Illinois State University book was only $9.95, nearly $40 unintentionally overcharged an less than the price charged to estimated total of $30,000 to some students. some students who purchased The extra charge at the BSC their books prior to the start of Barnes and Noble was tacked on the semester as a result of a glitch because of a mistake in the bookin the store's computer system. store's pricing system. Many students choose to buy The store has corrected the their books earlier in the summer problem and is giving refunds for in an effort to avoid the rush at students charged the extra the beginning of the fall semester. amount. However, one book was acci'The book was a custom book dentally overpriced to students which we had not used before," who purchased their books early. Jennifer Longanbach, Barnes and Deandra Carbone U-Wre
Noble store manager, said. "We had a guess price in the system and hadn't updated it yet." According to Longanbach, the mistake was caught prior to the start of classes and teachers were informed of the problem. Students who have not yet received a refund for their book can bring in their receipt to get their refund, added Longanbach. This news was a great relief for many students who purchased the Redbird Reader this summer. Freshman general education major Veronica Niechajczyk purchased the "Redbird Reader" prior to the start of the semestet and said she was a bit curious as to whether or not she had been
overcharged for the text. "When I bought it I was thinking there is no way that this little book is worth that much money," she said. "I wasn't surprised to hear I had been overcharged." According to Longanbach, the mistake was not intentional and they made the mistake known to faculty in an effort to have the message relayed to students. "We caught the mistake as soon as we found the real price of the book," he said. "Regardless of where the problem came from, I'm just glad that I got my refund," Niechajczyk said. With the varied and often
expensive prices of most college textbooks, some students had no clue they had been charged nearly $40 extra for this book. Some students remained completely unaware of the mistake even after it was discovered. "I didn't even know about it," Mandy Popek, freshman accounting major, said. "I went into the Barnes and Noble looking for a different book and that's when they told me that this book had been overcharged." Popek also said she was glad the employees of Barnes and Noble were nice enough to point out the mistake and give her a refund for her book.
News Longwood Helps Ease Parking Woes September 5, 2002
Matt Garnctt Staff Writer
Commuters, juniors and seniors have been struggling to find parking on campus this semester. They typically spend twenty minutes or more before each class trying to find that perfect space. Now relief has come in the form of a 235-space parking lot between Main St. and the Wynne Building. It may not be the closest lot to
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Hiner, or the Dining Hall, but it is a place for students to leave their cars. The new parking lot, which opened on Thursday, August 29, has available parking for any commuter or junior/senior. This lot will replace the spaces that were eliminated due to the construction around campus. The parking situation on campus will always be an issue, but with the new lot, parking just got
a little easier.
In the gravel lot next to ARC, the spaces are extremely close and parking requires precision driving. The lot behind Cox is designed for compact cars only. The new lot allows for more room, and with organized parking lines, all 235 spaces will be easy to find. With the new parking lot being shared by commuters, juniors, and seniors the students belonging to one of these three groups will be able to enjoy a higher amount of available spaces on campus. Students living in Stanley Park or the new Ix>ngwood Village have one other option for getting to campus. The Farmville Area Bus is now running a route that goes from Stanley Park to the Curry and Frazer Residence Halls, on to I-ongwood Village, and back to campus. The FAB starts at 7:00 a.m. and runs until 3:30 p.m. In order to avoid the parking panic students are encouraged to
The new parking lot between Wynne and Main Street
try using the FAB. Many students have expressed interest in the planned parking lot at the intersection of Pine St. and Redford St. The construction currently taking place outside the Student Union is the preparation for that garage.
According to the Ixjngwood University Police Department the new lot is scheduled to open as early as next fall. However, as with any major construction project, it could have its delays, so it could be as far away as next spring before students park under Pine St.
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Tuesday, September 3'' it 9 pm—Amelia Room, lankford Student Union Wednesday, September 4'" at 7 pm—Amelia Room, Lankford Student Union Thursday, September 5,h at 3:15 pm—Charlotte Room, Lankford Student Union
Call Loren Hatcher at x2816 for more information Applications are due Monday, September 9th to Lancaster 231!
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Do s and Don ts 01 Standing in Line: Proper Etiquette For Those Who Don t Know Any Better EUie Woodruff Staff Writer It's that time again, classes have started bringing with them the advent of new students to fill the hallways and classrooms of Longwood. With such an influx of new students, naturally the arteries of our fine student body are going to become clogged with lines and confused freshman and transfer students. Here is a complete list of Do's, Don'ts, and helpful line waiting suggestions for you, the reader, to do with what you please. DO: Make conversation with people around you in line. The wait won't feel as long and you may learn something new. Like the fact you've been standing in the wrong line for the last 10 minutes. DON'T: Pratde on about how long the line is and what a dreadfully long wait it is. This only upsets people more and as much fun as rabble rousing can be, riots make lines even longer. DO: Attend to personal hygiene. I, personally, have never come across this problem, but I've had it mentioned more than a few times so I assume there must be a few odiferous folks out there that stand in line. Please don't. DONT: Overcompcnsate for
bad smells by marinating yourself in perfume or cologne. I'm sure whatever scents you have are nice, but people with sensitive allergies or stomachs may not be able to handle the nasal bombardment with good grace. DO: Have some sympathy for people you arc in line with. If you've been standing awhile, it would make sense if someone had to step out of line to use the restroom or make a fast phone call to warn others about the line. Let them go and come back. However, on this same vein... DON'T: Take advantage of other people's courtesy by abusing what litde comfort allowed you while in line. Saving places for people who had to go somewhere and then return is nice enough, but letting your whole sorority or fraternity cut in line tends to stretch the most patient of people's manners. DO: Pay attention. Not only does this allow you to keep up with the line as it moves and there by ease the wrath of people behind you, but can also be very beneficial in figuring out why the line is so long. DON'T: Harp on about the reasons the line may be as long as it is. Most lines I've encountered are in places that arc looking to take my money and they want to get it just as quickly as I want to
Book Review. Speaking oiLust, Stories ofForbidden Desire Leslie Smith Staff Writer This is a collection of short stories bound into one fairly largesized book. If you're put off by its title, you would be interested to know that this is only the first anthology of what will be the Seven Deadly Sins series. The reason I picked an anthology to review is because there are times in a college student's life when a short story is perfect to distract your brain from your studies, but only for a short amount of time before you can return to your homework, projects, or papers.
This particular collection includes writers such as Gil Brewer ("Sauce for the Goose"), Simon Brett ("The Girls in Villa Costas"), Robert Wienberg ("Ro lirg"), and one by the editor himself, Lawrence Block ("Speaking of Lust"). All of these writers are mystery writers, and the short stories all have to do with crimes that involve the element of lust, which makes each one interesting, as there is a riddle to solve, not just a story to read. I recommend this to anyone who wants a little recreational reading in their free time, and isn't squeamish about some sexual undertones/references.
give it. And you can bet whatever worker hired to manage the line doesn't feel that minimum wage is worth the hassle of both solving the problem of the line and listening to unhelpful criticism. DO: Have whatever you're doing at the end of the line ready. Be it paying for some item, checking out a book, handing over an ID card or ticket for a movie, you'll speed up the line by being ready, rather than hold it up more as you fish around in your pockets or purse. DONT: use small change if you can pay in a different way. I understand there are times all you have is nickels, but counting out four dollars and ninety-nine cents when you've got a five-dollar bill in your pocket is just a skosh time consuming and slows down an already stagnant line.And a few helpful hints for those of you getting into lines. Be prepared. Most of the rime, lines can surprise us, which is what makes them most annoying. If you know you're getting ready to stand, come ready with some things to do to help kill rime. Cards work when you're with fnends and carrying a book to read is always a good habit no matter where you're going. And hey, you can always grab a copy of The Rotunda, because we love shameless plugs.
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Movie Review: Signs Maria Bacon News Editor With the human race becoming more interested in the uncxplainable, this movie targets moviegi i ers who arc interested in these events as well as drama and horror. Mel Gibson, in his role as Graham Hess, an Episcopalian minister who loses his faith in God after the death of his wife, keeps the attention of the audience with his gripping speeches that can create some serious soul searching. The movie begins with Ciraham being jolted from sleep and for a reason not known to the audience he begins to search for his children. Bo (Abigail Brcslin) and Morgan (Rory Culkin). After a rush through a cornfield with his brother Merrill (Joaquin Phoenix) the familystands facing a 500-foot wide cir-
cle of bent (not broken) corn stalks. Attributing this to vandals Graham tells the local law enforcement, who offer no real explanation. While watching television the next day the family discovers that these mysterious circles arc occurring all over the world and strange lights arc starting to fill the skies over major cities. With the whole world panicking and mesmerized by these events Graham must discover who or what created the crop circles in his own cornfield and what to do about them. This movie is a combination of reinforcing family ties, learning the role of religion in one's life, and possible alien existence. Unfortunately, this is a combination that does not work and except for a few comedic moments, the movie in its entirety leaves the moviegoer unsatisfied.
Residential and Commuter Life expresses heartfelt gratitude toward the following individuals for their "legendary" service and support for opening our residence halls and welcoming home Longwood's Citizen Leaders. Without their commitment, creativity and their tenacious yet tender approach to their work, the past week would have been much less successful than it was! Here's a BIG BLUE AND WHITE THANK YOU! "Chief Charles Lowe, Campus Police Officers, Dispatchers, Debbie Patterson, Joel Abernathy and Ryan Maslyn 'The ENTIRE Student Union and Activities Staff, ARAMARK housekeepers, supervisors, Donna Simpson, Glenda Vaugh and Alan Mason "Ellen Masters and the tireless Movers & Shakers "The Facilities Management Staff with special recognition for Tommy England, Melvin Moore, Alan Cook, Pinky Baldwin, Charlie Stein, Wayne Pennell and the dedicated folks who worked during the weekend "Mike Lysaght, Pam Coleman, Angie Morris, Lakisha Word, Aaron Johnson, and ARAMARK Dining Services "Our heroine from NTS ...Dot McMillian "Tim Trent, Nick Mills, Lousia Lackey, Mark Kendrick, Marvin Stiles, Mike Johnson and Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity "Longwood University is a place where "TEAM" is at the center of our success. In Residential and Commuter Life, we are extraordinarily fortunate to have the support of the aforementioned Citizen Leaders! Very Sincerely, Michael Clements, Doug Howell, Easier Antisdel. Bnan Todt. Tracey Jarrelt, Bonnie Walker, Rachel Amos, Chris Coiner, Michele Hosey, Dave Levy, Melissa Lucas, Tim Rupert, Aleisha Hundley, Tami Park, Trudy Berry, Carri Light, Resident Assistants, Community Coordinators. Office Managers. Desk Aide, Desk Supervisors and RCL Student Staff
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Wellness at Longwood: Campus Wide Focus A Space of Your Own; Expert Advice on College Decorating Despite lack of budget, community stays strong Jennifer Meunier Staff Writer
In all of the hustle and bustle of beginning a new school year, we often forget the most important aspects of life-our health and wellness. You may or may not have known that the institution for which you work or are a student of provides an amazing resource to give you direction or enhance your current health status. Longwood University has such an office devoted to helping you become and remain healthy. We know it as the Student Health and Wellness Center, where the mission is to "focus on prevention, education, and the learning of wellness behaviors." The center offers a wealth of resources such as health appointments, programs, and people with whom to talk, a health mini-library, pamphlets, and most importantly a supportive group of staff members. This year the center is proud to welcome its newest staff member, Wellness Coordinator, Jason Robertson. FRESHMAN cont'd p.4 But most students say beer is the largest contributor to the notorious "freshman 15." "Probably drinking," Christensen said. "Being away from home and not having somebody tell you what to eat." "I think beer consumption contributes. It's probably a little more than high school," Garcia said. Despite the hype, Reicks said there are many ways students can avoid the bulge, and it is important they are not pressured. "We need to be careful that people don't get too worried and concerned," Reicks said. "Excessive apprehension could prevent students from enjoying food consumption." Reicks, along with students who frequent the dining halls, said healthy options are readily available, but it is up to students to choose them.
Robertson came to Longwood after attaining his Bachelor of Science in PreMedicine from Averett University and his Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina, Greensboro. To help kelp our campus community focused on health issues, he is developing a scries of wellness programs which include alcohol issues and sexual responsibility. Robertson has a goal to collaborate dually with Student Affairs and Academic Affairs to expand wellness among the campus and make it a "central theme." Robertson's programming will dispel some of the myths and misconceptions of health issues at I-ongwood. He reported that, from the most recent statistics specific to our institution, a large percentage of our students have overestimated the number of people on campus that actually drink and smoke on a regular basis. He challenges the members of the Ixingwood community to "think outside of the box" in order to "realize that a lot of
"I basically stay away from the main entrees," Grami said. "I mean, there's a lot of greasy food, but I try to eat lighter." In the end, it all comes down
things we think are happening, really are not." According to the Center, "wellness in itself is a process of self-discovery and choices. It is important that we strive to educate others and ourselves about health and wellness. Robertson is excited and willing to participate in and implement programs for your groups or organizations. Some of his activities include "Happy Hour," "Sex in a CD," and "Understanding Eating Disorders." If you are interested in contacting )ason Robertson or learning more about the Wellness Center for a program, attaining a simple fact, or even to chat, you can visit the website: http://www.longwood.edu/health/wellness.ht m, e-mail jorobcrt@longwood.edu, call x2509, or stop by the office located in Graham! While Robertson discusses the importance of Longwood's mission, he notes that, "it's hard to develop citizen leaders if they are not well."
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Have you seen them? As of last weekend three large banners were hung on the outside of Jarman Auditorium, Hull, and the Library. These banners are samples from the featured artist at the Longwood Center for the Visual Arts (LCVA), Lesley Dill. Her work will be on display through
October 20, 2002. Johnson-Bowles, Director of the LCVA, is familiar with Dill's work and has visited her exhibits in Winston-Salem, NC. Johnson explains, "Each work was based on a story told to the artist by residents of WinstonSalem, during the artist's 16month residency at the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art. Their purpose is to create a dialogue about the nature of personal identity and significant lifechanging experiences revealed through dreams, visions, or spiritual experiences. They are also meant to question how identity is often based on advertisements where the individual is bombarded by messages pointing out shortcomings and what is needed to buy in order to become a better person." According to Bowles, "Her work represents a new breed of contemporary art and artists concerned with bringing the community together and wants us to think about who we are not what we can buy." The banners displayed on campus were originally created as 5 billboards. However, these billboards were not for advertising purposes. Dill feels that in order to further promote her ideas some of her artwork should be displayed outside the gallery. Dill is very flexible about how her message reaches her audiences and attempts to promote discussion by encouraging feedback and allowing people to participate in her work. A further example of the interactive nature of her art includes blank journals located at the LCVA that are available to students to express feelings or thoughts about her artwork and the exhibit in general. Additional information can be found about Lesley Dill, her work, and related stories on the LCVA website. Students are encouraged to submit their own stories about similar dreams, visions and spiritual experiences at www.longwood.edu/lcva/dill.html Visit the LCVA and experience first hand the unique exhibit of Lesley Dill.
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Spotlight on the New Lancer Intern Chatting with Anita Llewellyn baseball club in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The Knights are the AAA affiliate of the Chicago White Sox.
Name: Anita J. Llewellyn Age: 22 Major: Business Administration with marketing concentration
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Date of Graduation: December 2002
Apply for a ten-month trainee program with the Atlanta or Richmond Braves or get a sports marketing job.
What do you do there? 1 plan themes for all home games, plan giveaways and promotions, fundraise for the athletic programs, plan midnight madness. Each game will feature a theme with giveaways and games. Longwood games will be fun! So come out and support your teams!
ment with Longwood's girl's basketball [team]. 1 enjoyed seeing how corporate sponsorships could benefit both the team and the sponsor. So, I decided that sports marketing was a field I wanted to pursue.
Why did you choose your major?
What previous experience have you had in sports marketing?
Starting in 1992 my parents began sponsoring the C&L Lady Lancer tourna-
This summer I interned for the Charlotte Knights
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Attention Students: Love Sports? Need to make money? Like to Travel? The Field Hockey team is looking for two team managers to help assist with their games.
What advice would you give to students who are interested in sports marketing? Make contacts in the industry early. These contacts can help you find the jobs that are unadvertised because most jobs are unadvertised. Most importantly, get at least one internship, if not more, because you can't get into the field without experience.
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